Catalog Tour · Europe

On Mediterranean Shores

This ten-day arc across Spain, France, and Italy follows the Mediterranean coastline through five cities that shaped Western civilization, from Barcelona's Gothic Quarter and Gaudí-designed streetscapes to the sun-bleached squares of Avignon, the Riviera light of Nice, and the Renaissance streets of Florence before finishing in Rome. The through-line is contrast: Romanesque beside Modernisme, Provençal France between Iberian and Italian worlds, ancient ruins visible from a café table. It is a tour built for adults who want genuine immersion in art, history, and culture rather than a checklist of landmarks.

Duration10 days · 9 nights
CountriesSpain · France · Italy
Cities5 stops
Group size6 – 80+ travelers
Best fitAdult-recommended
What makes us different
  • City-center hotels
  • Authentic local meals
  • Career Tour Directors
  • 5.0★ on Trustpilot
  • Family-owned since 1992
Aerial View on Port of Nice and Luxury Yachts
Florence
Barcelona
Nice
Pont Du Gard Aqueduct
Destination guide: Barcelona

Arrival in Barcelona

  • Arrival transfer

Dinner

Overnight

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Overall

Truly, we did SO much during this trip — it was great and exhausting! You guys did a great job!

Passports post-tour evaluation · Group leader · April 2026
Overall

All major aspects of the experience met or exceeded expectations with Passports. The flight schedule, itinerary, hotel locations and quality, bus transportation, and meals were all excellent, with strong cultural relevance throughout.

Passports post-tour evaluation · Group leader · April 2026
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