Mediterranean Express: Rivieras & Railroads
Experience Overview
Jump on this quick (and affordable) seven-day tour of some of Europe's greatest cities. See what's so nice about Nice, snap the expected "holding up the Leaning Tower of Pisa" shot, and then explore Gaudí's famous architecture. And hey, think of the food to be tried on a tour from Rome to Barcelona! (Good thing you'll be walking so much.) Travel on trains and leave the coach bus behind on this life-changing experience.
Highlights
- Walk the coastal Cinque Terre trails
- Brush shoulders with the rich and famous in Monaco
- Soak up some rays on the French Riviera
- Pose with the famous Leaning Tower of Pisa
Trip Details
Product Code: 2265
Tour Type: Small Group
Accommodation: Basic
Transport: Train, bus, plane, walking.
Guide Language: English
Travel Styles:
18 - 35 Year Olds Only
Tour Operator:
G Adventures
Supplier Code: EIME
Starts: Rome, Italy
Finishes: Barcelona, Spain
Duration: 7 days
Departures: Guaranteed
Physical Rating:
Light
Includes
Activities
- Your G for Good Moment: Mescladis Cooking Class, Barcelona Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group Your First Night Out Moment: Connect With New Friends Your Big Night Out Moment: Barcelona
- Visit the Leaning Tower of Pisa
- Cinque Terre park fee, unlimited train ticket and CEO-led hike
- Visit to Monaco
- All transport between destinations and to/from included activities
Accommodation
- Hostels (6 nts, multi-share with 2-6 people).
- No meals included
Transport
- Train, bus, plane, walking.
Group Leader
- CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout.
Price
Price per person: (Double Occupancy) CAD $1,775 ($254 /day)
Itinerary
Day 1: Rome
Arrive at any time.
“On an evening in Roma…” Venture out to a bar or pub with your CEO and fellow travellers for drinks and conversation. As you explore the winding cobblestone streets and sidewalks of The Eternal City, prepare for the endless excitement about to unfold on the rest of your journey.
We highly recommend arriving a day or two earlier to experience all that this amazing city has to offer.
Day 2: Rome/Rapallo
Stop at Pisa to check out the Leaning Tower en route to the beautiful Italian Riviera.
Day 3: Rapallo
Walk the coastal path between Riomaggiore and Monterosso or opt to take the train. Visit charming, colourful towns along the way with an included national park pass and unlimited train ticket.
Day 4: Rapallo/Nice
Continue to the French Riviera and enjoy a free afternoon in Nice. Opt to go for a hike along the coast, or take a day trip to nearby beaches and villages.
Day 5: Monaco Day Trip
Take a day trip by train to nearby Monaco. Get your bearings with your CEO and set off on foot to explore the world's second-smallest country (only the Vatican is smaller). What it may lack in size it more than makes up for in style.
Day 6: Nice/Barcelona
Hop on a flight toward Barcelona. Join your CEO on an orientation walk of your surroundings before participating in a G Adventures supported tapas cooking class served and prepared by migrant students. Afterward, break off on your own to explore this amazing city. Enjoy a Big Night Out on the town.
Visit the old Gothic Quarter with its maze of dark streets, historic cathedral, medieval buildings, bars, and cafés. Stroll Las Ramblas, a large tree-lined pedestrian boulevard perfect for people watching and window shopping.
Day 7: Barcelona
Depart at any time.
We recommend staying an extra day or two to fully experience all this lively city has to offer.
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Tour Operator
G Adventures
G Adventures is an operator of small-group escorted tours. It is based in Toronto, Ontario, Canada with 28 offices worldwide. It offers more than 700 itineraries in more than 100 countries, and carries 200,000 travelers from 160 countries each year.
In Business Since 1990
Reviews
Adrian S - Traveled, September 2023
Great trip overall. Was worried about some of the accommodations (especially doing some research and reading some bad reviews about bedbugs and theft from staff). Also, I knew we would be travelling using trains, but I didn't realize there would be so many transfers in a day. lastly, I would',ve liked to know about the itinerary at the beginning of the trip so I could better plan. my days and things I would like to do instead of having to wait the day before to find out departure and arrival times. The trip was great overall. Lots of free time to myself and well thought out group events. met some great people.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 10/20/2023
Jackelin H - Traveled, September 2023
I loved the tour guide, experiences and the group
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 10/20/2023
Rozan H - Traveled, September 2023
I would highly recommend G Adventures to all my friends as it's a really safe and nice way to travel! You meet so many great people and get to see so many great places! All round best experience!!
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 10/13/2023
Sophia F - Traveled, September 2023
Our tour leader was fantastic. Barbara spoke the local languages and had great local knowledge. She worked really hard to make our experience feel unique and authentic, rather than just hitting tourist traps.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 10/13/2023
Lauren P - Traveled, September 2023
Love the fact that everything is planned. However it was very fast paced trip. If someone is a leisure traveller I would not recommend, but if they are comfortable with high paced activity level I would.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 10/13/2023
Aimee F - Traveled, September 2023
I had a fantastic time, everything was really well organised. Our tour leader was fantastic- she?s such a warm person and her recommendations were great every time.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 10/13/2023
Madeline N - Traveled, August 2023
It is pretty exhausting.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 09/13/2023
Peter F - Traveled, October 2023
Carlos. He was an awesome guide and super nice friend. Always outgoing and willing to lend a hand when lost. Give this guy a raise!
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 10/29/2023
James R - Traveled, August 2023
This was my first experience with G Adventures, so I have little point of reference but it really was an amazing experience. The only reason I couldn't score it a 10 was that when I travel with G Adventures again, I hope to improve upon it! I think if I can slow the pace ever so slightly and be more prepared for personal expenses next time, it',d be a 10!
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 09/15/2023
Shahrad S - Traveled, July 2023
This was my very first group tour experience. I was worried that I may have been better off doing everything on my own and going solo. I ended up having a wonderful time and gaining a lot of experience with a great group of people and CEO. Well done!
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 09/08/2023
Jack C - Traveled, August 2023
Great experience
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 08/25/2023
Stacie F - Traveled, August 2023
Great tour with lovely people! I enjoyed how much free time we had. I did think some things could have been a little bit more pre organised but this was my first ever tour so that's probably how it all works
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 08/25/2023
Aaron R. - Traveled, July 2023
It was a great way to meet new friends and see parts of the world that I wouldn't normally see myself
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 08/18/2023
Yun L - Traveled, July 2023
It was a great experience for me.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 08/18/2023
Tasnim R - Traveled, June 2023
It really is dependable on the travel style someone is after, ther would be some people I would not recommend this to as they are not after a fast pace tour.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 08/11/2023
Megan H - Traveled, June 2023
Our tour guide, she was absolutely amazing and it wouldn't have been the same without her
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 10/11/2023
Emily S - Traveled, June 2023
I had a trip of a lifetime. I felt that I truly got to see so much in so little time. I am so glad I took this trip!
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 07/21/2023
Gillian C - Traveled, June 2023
I love how everything is organized and that you can turn off your brain when travelling because the CEO does all the thinking! However, the long travel days were brutal and some of the accommodation made it hard to relax after those long travel days
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 07/21/2023
Jacqueline T - Traveled, May 2023
Good, affordable options
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 07/21/2023
Henry G - Traveled, May 2023
It's a good way to meet new people and see a many places in a short space of time.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 07/14/2023
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