Barcelona & French Riviera: Nice & Monaco Tour
Culture
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Heritage
Photography
Day Itinerary
Day 1
Arrival in Barcelona & Gothic Quarter Exploration
Arrive in Barcelona and check in to your hotel. • Visit the Gothic Quarter, a medieval neighborhood with historic streets. • Walk down La Rambla, a lively boulevard with street performers. • Explore Plaça de Catalunya and Passeig de Gràcia for shopping. • Dinner at a local tapas bar. • Overnight in Barcelona.
Day 2
Iconic Barcelona – Gaudí’s Masterpieces & Beaches
Breakfast at the hotel. • Visit Sagrada Familia (pre-book tickets). • Explore Park Güell, a colorful wonderland designed by Gaudí. • Walk along Passeig de Gràcia, home to Casa Batlló & Casa Milà (La Pedrera). • Relax at Barceloneta Beach or take a cable car to Montjuïc Hill for sunset views. • Enjoy a seafood dinner at a beachfront restaurant. • 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, a spiritual retreat in the mountains. • Return to Barcelona in the afternoon. • Visit Camp Nou (for football fans) or enjoy shopping at El Born District. • Watch the Magic Fountain Show at Montjuïc in the evening. • Overnight in Barcelona
Day 4
Train to Nice & Promenade des Anglais Walk
Breakfast at the hotel. • Take the high-speed train to Nice (5 hrs, via Montpellier). • Check in to your hotel and relax. • Walk along the Promenade des Anglais, Nice’s famous seaside boulevard. • Explore Nice Old Town (Vieux Nice), with colorful streets and markets. • Sunset view from Castle Hill (Colline du Château). • Enjoy a classic Niçoise dinner at a local restaurant. • Overnight in Nice
Day 5
Exploring Nice – Markets, Art & Beaches
Breakfast at the hotel. • Visit Cours Saleya Market, a lively flower and food market. • Explore the Marc Chagall Museum or Matisse Museum. • Spend the afternoon at Plage Beau Rivage or another beach in Nice. • Optional: Take a half-day trip to Èze, a picturesque medieval hilltop village. • Dinner at a seaside café. • Overnight in Nice
Day 6
Day Trip to Cannes & Antibes
Breakfast at the hotel. • Take a morning train to Cannes (30 mins), famous for its film festival. • Walk along La Croisette Boulevard, known for luxury hotels and boutiques. • Visit Le Suquet, the historic old town of Cannes. • Take a train to Antibes (15 mins), a charming town with sandy beaches. • Visit the Picasso Museum and explore the Port Vauban marina. • Return to Nice in the evening. • Overnight in Nice
Day 7
Day Trip to Monaco & Menton
Breakfast at the hotel. • Take a morning train to Monaco (30 mins). • Explore Monte Carlo, known for its luxurious casinos and elegant streets. • Visit Casino Square, home to Monte Carlo Casino & Hôtel de Paris. • Tour the Prince’s Palace of Monaco and watch the changing of the guard. • Explore Monaco-Ville (Old Town) and visit St. Nicholas Cathedral. • In the afternoon, take a short train ride to Menton, a beautiful coastal town. • Walk along the Promenade du Soleil and visit Jardin Serre de la Madone. • Return to Nice in the evening. • Overnight in Nice
Day 8
Train Back to Barcelona
Breakfast at the hotel. • Take the high-speed train back to Barcelona (5 hrs) for your departure
- 7 Nights’ Accommodation in 3-star value-for-money hotels
- Daily Breakfast at all hotels
- High-Speed Train Tickets for all intercity travel
- Self-Guided Exploration with Optional Excursions
- Barcelona Sightseeing (Sagrada Familia, Park Güell, Gothic Quarter, Montjuïc Hill, Barceloneta Beach).
- Nice & French Riviera Highlights (Promenade des Anglais, Castle Hill, Cannes, Antibes).
- Monaco & Menton Excursion (Monte Carlo, Prince’s Palace, Casino Square, Menton’s beaches).
- 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
