Paris and Madrid
Paris and Madrid are home to some of the best art in the world.
Works by Velazquez and Goya at the Prado, masterpieces like the Venus de Milo and the Mona Lisa at the Louvre—the collections span many styles and art movements. Meanwhile, fine baroque architecture is evident in Madrid’s Palacio Real, while the history of France is honored in the Arc de Triomphe.
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Day 1: Fly overnight to Spain
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Day 2: Madrid
Meet your Tour Director at the airport
Take a walking tour of Madrid
Visit the Prado
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Day 3: Madrid
Take a guided tour of Madrid
With your expert local guide you will see:
- Puerta del Sol
- Plaza Mayor
- Plaza de Oriente
Visit the Royal Palace
Time to explore on your own or
Add this in-depth excursion:
Madrid by bike
Take in the sights, sounds and savory market aromas as you explore Madrid by bike. Together with your local guide, you’ll learn about the history of famous sites and cultural landmarks. Explore Old Town, where some of Madrid’s most beautiful architecture resides, and visit the impressive Buen Retiro Park before stopping for a delicious tapas meal.Add this in-depth excursion:
Madrid Flamenco Evening
Born of Indian, Moorish, Arabian and gypsy influences, flamenco is a passionate display of dramatic poses and colorful costumes, accompanied by song and guitar. Feel the beat as you experience a fiery taste of the soul of Spain. The duration of the performance is 1 hour and a beverage is included.
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Day 4: Madrid
Take a guided tour of Toledo
Visit the Toledo Cathedral
Visit the Church of Santo Tomé
Visit a synagogue
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Day 5: Paris
Fly to Paris
Take a walking tour of Paris
With your tour director you will see:
- Latin Quarter
- The Louvre
- Notre Dame Cathedral
Visit the Louvre
Catch a glimpse of Notre-Dame Cathedral
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Day 6: Paris
Take a guided tour of Paris
With your expert local guide you will see:
- Place de la Concorde
- Champs-Élysées
- Arc de Triomphe
- Les Invalides
- Eiffel Tower
Time to explore on your own or
Add this in-depth excursion:
Versailles
Enjoy an excursion to the grand palace of Versailles, where Louis XIV held court in the most lavish style imaginable. On a tour, stroll through the elegantly landscaped gardens, the historic Hall of Mirrors, and the ornately decorated State Apartments. Note: Versailles is closed on Mondays.
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Day 7: Paris
Time to explore on your own or
Add this in-depth excursion:
Monet's Giverny Gardens
Opt to visit the quaint village where Claude Monet lived and worked for over 40 years. See the gardens that inspired for the painter’s famous works his gardens, and see what inspired the man himself on a tour of his former home. Note: Only available between April 1-Oct. 31. Monet’s home is closed Mondays.
Play a game of Pétanque
Explore the Marché des Enfants Rouges, a 16th-century orphanage turned expansive food market
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Day 8: Depart for home
Add 2 more days
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Day 8: London
Travel by Eurostar train to London
Take a walking tour of London
With your tour director you will see:- The Strand
- Trafalgar Square
- Leicester Square
- Covent Garden
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Day 9: London
Take a guided tour of London
With your expert local guide you will see:- Big Ben and Houses of Parliament
- Piccadilly Circus
- St. Paul’s Cathedral
- Westminster Abbey
- Changing of the Guard at Buckingham Palace (if scheduled)
Enjoy free time in London
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Day 10: Depart for home
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Day 1: Fly overnight to Spain
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Day 2: Madrid
Meet your Tour Director at the airport
Take a walking tour of Madrid
Visit the Prado
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Day 3: Madrid
Take a guided tour of Madrid
With your expert local guide you will see:
- Puerta del Sol
- Plaza Mayor
- Plaza de Oriente
Visit the Royal Palace
Time to explore on your own or
Add this in-depth excursion:
Madrid by bike
Take in the sights, sounds and savory market aromas as you explore Madrid by bike. Together with your local guide, you’ll learn about the history of famous sites and cultural landmarks. Explore Old Town, where some of Madrid’s most beautiful architecture resides, and visit the impressive Buen Retiro Park before stopping for a delicious tapas meal.Add this in-depth excursion:
Madrid Flamenco Evening
Born of Indian, Moorish, Arabian and gypsy influences, flamenco is a passionate display of dramatic poses and colorful costumes, accompanied by song and guitar. Feel the beat as you experience a fiery taste of the soul of Spain. The duration of the performance is 1 hour and a beverage is included.
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Day 4: Madrid
Take a guided tour of Toledo
Visit the Toledo Cathedral
Visit the Church of Santo Tomé
Visit a synagogue
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Day 5: Paris
Fly to Paris
Take a walking tour of Paris
With your tour director you will see:
- Latin Quarter
- The Louvre
- Notre Dame Cathedral
Visit the Louvre
Catch a glimpse of Notre-Dame Cathedral
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Day 6: Paris
Take a guided tour of Paris
With your expert local guide you will see:
- Place de la Concorde
- Champs-Élysées
- Arc de Triomphe
- Les Invalides
- Eiffel Tower
Time to explore on your own or
Add this in-depth excursion:
Versailles
Enjoy an excursion to the grand palace of Versailles, where Louis XIV held court in the most lavish style imaginable. On a tour, stroll through the elegantly landscaped gardens, the historic Hall of Mirrors, and the ornately decorated State Apartments. Note: Versailles is closed on Mondays.
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Day 7: Paris
Time to explore on your own or
Add this in-depth excursion:
Monet's Giverny Gardens
Opt to visit the quaint village where Claude Monet lived and worked for over 40 years. See the gardens that inspired for the painter’s famous works his gardens, and see what inspired the man himself on a tour of his former home. Note: Only available between April 1-Oct. 31. Monet’s home is closed Mondays.
Play a game of Pétanque
Explore the Marché des Enfants Rouges, a 16th-century orphanage turned expansive food market
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Day 8: Depart for home
Add 2 more days
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Day 8: London
Travel by Eurostar train to London
Take a walking tour of London
With your tour director you will see:- The Strand
- Trafalgar Square
- Leicester Square
- Covent Garden
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Day 9: London
Take a guided tour of London
With your expert local guide you will see:- Big Ben and Houses of Parliament
- Piccadilly Circus
- St. Paul’s Cathedral
- Westminster Abbey
- Changing of the Guard at Buckingham Palace (if scheduled)
Enjoy free time in London
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Day 10: Depart for home
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Your experience includes
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Airfare & transportation
Round-trip flights on major carriers; internal flight; comfortable motorcoach (Eurostar high-speed train with extension)
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Hotels
6 overnight stays in hotels with private bathrooms (8 with extension)
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Regional-style meals
European breakfast and dinner daily
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Guided sightseeing
4 sightseeing tours led by expert, licensed local guides (5 with extension); 2 walking tours (3 with extension)
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Entrances
Prado; Palacio Real; Toledo Cathedral; Church of Santo Tomé; Synagogue; Louvre; Petanque; Seine River cruise
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Full-time Tour Director
Your culturally connected Tour Director is with your group 24/7, providing deep local insight while handling all on-tour logistics.
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Expert Local Guides
Your expert local guides are natural historians, adding cultural insight and global perspective on your sightseeing tours.
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Continuous Support
Your dedicated EF team helps you every step of the way—from recruiting and enrolling travelers to planning and managing your tour.
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Worldwide Presence
EF has over 500 schools and offices in more than 50 countries worldwide so wherever you go, we're there too.
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24-hour Emergency Service
Travelers and their families can count on EF's dedicated emergency service team.
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Peace of Mind Program
Feel secure knowing your group can change their destination or travel dates due to unforeseen circumstances. Learn more about your flexible options at eftours.com/peaceofmind.
Lowest price
Price is valid for students under the age of 20 at the time of travel that room in triples and quads. Minimum participation is required. Change and cancellation fees of up to the total price will apply. Applicable airline baggage fees are not included and can be found at www.eftours.com/baggage. Program price is valid today only.
