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Mediterranean Highlights

Expert Travel Director and professional Driver
All porterage, restaurant gratuities and local taxes included
Must-see sightseeing and audio headsets for flexible touring

$6,588 pp twin share

12 nights

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Mediterranean Highlights Guided Tour

Mediterranean Highlights Guided Tour Map 2026

Departs 5 September 2026 Returns 1 October 2027

Duration12 nights

OperatorTrafalgar Tours

StyleTour

HighlightEase into the local love of life and good food on this sun-kissed journey through coastal Spain, France and Italy

Explore vibrant cities like Madrid, Barcelona and Florence. Discover the dramatic Cinque Terre and the French Riviera. Enjoy a traditional Tuscan lunch with local hosts

Ease into the local love of life and good food. Sun-kissed days and sizzling nights guide you along this Mediterranean trip through coastal Spain, France and Italy. Enjoy lunch with sisters Sandra and Antonella on their Tuscan agriturismo near Vinci.

$6,588

pp twin share

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When & how much

Departures & Pricing

Departs

5 September 2026

Returns

1 October 2027

Duration

12 nights

From pp twin share

$6,588 pp

05 Sep 2026 - 17 Sep 2026
from $6,587.50 pp twin share *
19 Sep 2026 - 01 Oct 2026
from $7,118.75 pp twin share *
02 May 2027 - 14 May 2027
from $6,850 pp twin share *
16 May 2027 - 28 May 2027
from $6,850 pp twin share *
30 May 2027 - 11 Jun 2027
from $6,950 pp twin share *
13 Jun 2027 - 25 Jun 2027
from $6,950 pp twin share *
27 Jun 2027 - 09 Jul 2027
from $6,950 pp twin share *
11 Jul 2027 - 23 Jul 2027
from $6,950 pp twin share *
25 Jul 2027 - 06 Aug 2027
from $6,795 pp twin share *
08 Aug 2027 - 20 Aug 2027
from $6,795 pp twin share *
22 Aug 2027 - 03 Sep 2027
from $6,850 pp twin share *
05 Sep 2027 - 17 Sep 2027
from $7,450 pp twin share *
19 Sep 2027 - 01 Oct 2027
from $7,450 pp twin share *

* Prices and category availability are subject to change without notice.

Cabin grades, balcony upgrades and pre-cruise hotel options are quoted on enquiry — call 1300 414 198.

Day by day

Itinerary

1
Welcome to Madrid
Settle into the passionate embrace of fiery Madrid, your launch pad to an epic journey through Spain, France and Italy, filled with unforgettable flavours and soul-stirring encounters. This evening, join your fellow travellers and Travel Director for a dinner and orientation drive past some of Madrid's most iconic sites.
2
Discover Fiery Madrid
Join a Local Specialist this morning for a sightseeing tour of the Spanish capital, during which you’ll see the Royal Palace, the former residence of the Spanish royal family and the Cibeles Fountain. Enjoy an afternoon on your own exploring the world's best collection of Spanish art at the Prado Museum and shopping on Gran Vía, or consider joining an Optional Experience to the imperial city of Toledo.
3
Journey to Gaudí's Barcelona
Leave Europe's highest capital behind, bound for the Costa Dorada and the sun-kissed shores of Barcelona. We venture to the pretty banks of the Ebro River and to mystical Zaragoza, whose centuries of heritage have been shaped by the Romans, Moors and Christians. Continue to Barcelona and enjoy some time to recharge siesta style. Later, dive into the indelible sights, sounds and flavours of this enchanting city on your free evening.
4
Explore Vibrant Barcelona
Join your Local Specialist this morning for a sightseeing tour, soaking up the Mediterranean atmosphere of Catalunia's capital city. See the monument to Christopher Columbus before stopping outside Antonio Gaudí's unfinished masterpiece, La Sagrada Família to admire its unique architecture. Enjoy the rest of your day at leisure indulging in the fantasy world of Gaudí or strolling through the hidden lanes and peaceful squares in the city's Gothic Quarter. You could consider joining an Optional Experience to the mountain-top monastery of Montserrat, home to the mystical Black Madonna, the patron saint of Catalonia.
5
Pass the Pyrenees to Avignon and Marseille
Cross into France via the foothills of the Pyrenees and travel to the historic city of Avignon. See the impressive Gothic Papal Palace and the iconic bridge celebrated in the song 'Sur le Pont d’Avignon’. With free time to explore its atmospheric centre, you can wander the medieval streets and settle into a cosy spot for lunch. Later, continue to the coastal city of Marseille, where you’ll stay overnight.
6
Follow the Côte d'Azur to Monaco and Nice
Travel through the landscapes of Provence, once captured on canvas by Van Gogh and Cézanne, and visit Aix-en-Provence, a town founded by the Romans. Here, enjoy a leisurely exploration and Dive into Culture as you browse for local specialities such as wine, olive oil, herbes de Provence and saffron. Then journey along the Côte d’Azur to the radiant Principality of Monaco, where you’ll visit the cathedral that hosted the wedding of Prince Rainier and Grace Kelly, then stroll the cobbled lanes of Le Rocher. Continue to Nice, your home for the night.
7
A Day to Enjoy the Riviera
Today, kick back and enjoy a well-deserved morning at leisure on the glorious French Riviera. Soak up the holiday atmosphere at the beach, or perhaps join an Optional Experience to hilltop Saint-Paul-de-Vence, one of the oldest towns on the French Riviera.
8
Onwards to Colourful Cinque Terre and Pisa
Cross the border into Italy and join a Local Specialist for a visit of the dramatic UNESCO-listed Cinque Terre, a series of centuries-old seaside villages which cling impossibly to rugged cliffs that plunge into the Ligurian Sea. Admire the expanse of pastel pink, yellow and orange façades that jostle for sea views. Continue to Pisa where you can relax over dinner at your hotel.
9
Off to Renaissance Florence
View Pisa's Square of Miracles, where we'll see the famous Leaning Tower. Next, your introduction to Tuscany is a Be My Guest experience where you’ll Connect With Locals over traditional lunch fare and the warm hospitality for which the region is renowned. Continue to the birthplace of the Renaissance and savour dinner served at your hotel while you reflect on the day's events.
10
Uncover Florence’s Treasures
Join your Local Specialist this morning for a sightseeing tour of magical Florence. View the multi-coloured Duomo and the almost 700-year-old Ponte Vecchio. Then, walk through what was once the political hub of the city, the Piazza della Signoria, a veritable open-air treasure trove featuring wonderful sculptures and palazzi. Spend the rest of the day on your own exploration of Florence’s iconic and unexpected sights.
11
All Roads Lead to Rome
Journey through the rolling hills of Tuscany and Umbria, past the hilltop villages of Orvieto and Orte, before arriving in Rome, the 'Eternal City' – our home for the next two nights.
12
Discover Ancient Rome and the Vatican City
This morning, visit Vatican City and explore St. Peter’s Basilica, where Michelangelo’s Pietà has inspired visitors for generations. Then join a Local Specialist to discover the legacy of Ancient Rome, with views of the Colosseum and stories of its powerful past. In the afternoon, you can enjoy free time to explore the city at your own pace. This evening, gather with your Travel Director and fellow travelers for dinner to toast to your Italian tour. On some departures, access to St. Peter’s Basilica may be restricted due to the Papal Audience. You'll still enjoy the atmosphere of St. Peter's Square during your visit to the Vatican City.
13
Arrivederci Italy
For now it's a fond farewell to Rome and your newfound friends as your holiday through Spain, France and Italy comes to an end.