Rome to Madrid on a Shoestring

Company : G Adventures
Location: Multiple Destinations
Duration: 2 weeks to 3 weeks
Approx Costs: 1000 to 1500 £ Pound (UK)

Thought Mediterranean Europe was out of your reach? Think again.

Take two weeks to voyage through France, Italy, Monaco, Spain and Portugal, hitting up tons of major highlights (the French Riviera, Rome, Lisbon, and Madrid among them) for way less than you’d think – meaning more cash to spend on delicious tapas and dancing at nightclubs. And if you’re all worn out from the party scene, recharge your batteries on exotic beaches and get a taste of Europe’s high culture and slow-paced life.

Itinerary

Day 1 Rome
Arrive at any time.

Day 2 Pisa/Italian Riviera
Stop at Pisa en route to the beautiful Italian Riviera. Check out the Leaning Tower before a stroll along the coast.

Day 3 Nice/Monaco
Continue to the French Riviera and enjoy an included excursion to Monaco.

Days 4-6 Barcelona
Free morning in Nice, then travel by rail to Barcelona, arriving at night. Enjoy an orientation walk along Las Ramblas and stop at the famous Boqueria market. Free time to visit the Gaudí buildings, explore the Gothic Quarter, or chill out at the Barceloneta beach.

Days 7-8 Valencia
Take an orientation walk upon arrival. There is free time to explore this city. Opt to check out the central market, rent a bike to explore the city, and be sure to try the city's famous dish – paella. Overnight bus to Granada.

Day 9 Granada
Enjoy an orientation walk upon arrival. Opt to visit the Alhambra or relax in one of the many hammam baths around town. Enjoy a tapas bar crawl with the group in the evening. First drink's on us.

Day 10 Seville
Visit this thriving university town. Opt to visit the Real Alcázar, a Moorish palace, or take in an evening flamenco show.

Days 11-12 Algarve
Cross into Portugal. Opt to get active with a mountain biking or sea kayaking tour, or relax on the beach.

Days 13-14 Lisbon
Take a train up the coast to Portugal's vibrant capital, and enjoy an orientation walk. Free time to visit Cristo Rei for sweeping views of the area, check out the monuments of the Belem neighbourhood, or relax in a café, watching life go by. Indulge in the town's great nightlife. Overnight bus to Madrid.

Day 15 Madrid
Enjoy Spain's beautiful capital on an orientation walk. Free time to visit its many sites, from art museums to sprawling squares. Opt to spend the final night with the group out on the town. Madrid's nightlife is world renowned!

Day 16 Madrid
Depart at any time.