Barcelona & Provence Itinerary: Avignon & Marseille
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Day Itinerary
Day 1
Arrival in Barcelona & Gothic Quarter Exploration
• Arrive in Barcelona and check in to your hotel. • Explore the Gothic Quarter, a maze of medieval streets. • Walk along La Rambla, stopping at Mercado de La Boqueria for tapas. • Visit the Barcelona Cathedral and take in views from its rooftop. • Sunset at Bunkers del Carmel for panoramic city views. • Overnight in Barcelona.
Day 2
Gaudí’s Masterpieces & Beachside Stroll
• Breakfast at the hotel. • Visit Sagrada Familia (pre-book tickets). • Explore Park Güell, a colorful hilltop park. • Stroll along Passeig de Gràcia to see Casa Batlló & Casa Milà (La Pedrera). • Relax at Barceloneta Beach or visit Montjuïc Hill for scenic views. • Enjoy seafood paella by the waterfront. • Overnight in Barcelona.
Day 3
Montserrat Day Trip & Magic Fountain Show
• Breakfast at the hotel. • Take a morning train to Montserrat (1 hour). • Visit the Santa Maria de Montserrat Monastery, home to the Black Madonna. • Return to Barcelona in the afternoon. • Optional visit to Camp Nou Stadium or shopping in El Born District. • Watch the Magic Fountain Show at Montjuïc in the evening. • Overnight in Barcelona.
Day 4
Train to Avignon & Historic Exploration
• Breakfast at the hotel. • Take the train to Avignon (4 hrs via Montpellier) and check in. • Visit the Palace of the Popes, one of Europe’s largest Gothic buildings. • Walk across the Pont d’Avignon, the famous half-bridge over the Rhône. • Explore Place de l’Horloge, Avignon’s lively central square. • Enjoy a traditional Provençal dinner. • Overnight in Avignon.
Day 5
Wine Tour in Châteauneuf-du-Pape
• Breakfast at the hotel. • Take a half-day wine tour to Châteauneuf-du-Pape, one of France’s most famous wine regions. • Visit historic vineyards, learn about wine-making, and enjoy tastings. • Return to Avignon in the afternoon. • Visit Rue des Teinturiers, a charming street lined with waterwheels and cafés. • Sunset at Rocher des Doms Park overlooking the Rhône River. • Overnight in Avignon.
Day 6
Day Trip to Luberon Villages (Optional) or Free Day in Avignon
• Breakfast at the hotel. • Option 1: Day trip to the Luberon region to visit Gordes, Roussillon, and Fontaine-de-Vaucluse, some of the most picturesque villages in Provence. • Option 2: Leisurely day in Avignon, exploring museums, markets, and the Rhône riverbanks. • Overnight in Avignon.
Day 7
Train to Marseille & Old Port Exploration
• Breakfast at the hotel. • Take a morning train to Marseille (1 hr) and check in. • Explore the Vieux Port (Old Port), bustling with markets and seafood restaurants. • Visit Le Panier, Marseille’s oldest district with colorful buildings. • Take a ferry to Château d’If, the legendary island fortress from The Count of Monte Cristo. • Enjoy a sunset cocktail at a harborside café. • Overnight in Marseille.
Day 8
Calanques National Park & Return to Barcelona
• Breakfast at the hotel. • Take a morning boat trip or hike to the Calanques, stunning limestone cliffs with turquoise waters. • Visit Notre-Dame de la Garde, a basilica offering panoramic views over the city. • Take the train back to Barcelona (5 hrs) for departure.
- 7 Nights’ Accommodation in well-rated 3-star hotels
- Daily Breakfast at all hotels
- High-Speed Train Tickets for all intercity travel
- High-Speed Train Tickets for all intercity travel
- Self-Guided Exploration with Optional Excursions
- Video and Camera permits at sights
- Meals Outside of the stated meal plan
- Use of vehicle other than the specified itinerary
- Expenses of personal nature
- Any other services not specified above
- Early check in & Late check out at the hotels (Check in & Check out time 12.00 to 12.00 Noon)
- Lunches / Dinners
- Early check in to the hotel
- Late check out from the hotel
- Tours and sightseeing which are not mentioned in the program
