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Rome to Barcelona By Train

Rome to Barcelona By Train

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This trip makes tracks through Europe’s coolest cities, taking the train from Rome to Barcelona and stopping off at La Spezia, Marseille and Nice along the way. Your days will be spent discovering Barcelona’s beach-side beauty, hiking the dreamy pastel villages of Cinque Terre, uncovering historical monuments in Rome and taking bike tours through the glitzy French Riviera. Your mode of transport is the most classic way to experience Europe, as you enjoy scenic train rides from destination to destination


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Rome to Barcelona By Train – Italy | France | Spain Tour for Young Adults & Young Solo Travellers

Rome to Barcelona By Train 18-35 year olds

The one that makes tracks for Barcelona, taking the train and stopping off at La Spezia, Nice & Marseille​

This trip makes tracks through Europe’s coolest cities, taking the train from Rome to Barcelona and stopping off at La Spezia, Marseille and Nice along the way. Your days will be spent discovering Barcelona’s beach-side beauty, hiking the dreamy pastel villages of Cinque Terre, uncovering historical monuments in Rome and taking bike tours through the glitzy French Riviera. Your mode of transport is the most classic way to experience Europe, as you enjoy scenic train rides from destination to destination

“Most popular youth travel company in the world”

Info by the very experienced and internationally popular operator of this tour for young adults (“Most popular youth travel company in the world”, Wikipedia): “Our trips are exclusively for 18-35s, and whether you join us solo or in a group, our trips are designed so you can share incredible experiences with young travellers just like you.”

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Trip duration and price:

9 days, 4 countries from about $1,628* (you’ll find other currencies and final prices on the booking page)

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Included Meals:

8 Breakfasts, 2 Dinners

Included Accommodations:

7 nights in Hotels

Group Size:

Maximum 24 people

Planned Itinerary:

Day 1: Rome

Day 2: Rome

Cinque Terre

Day 3: Cinque Terre

Day 4: Cinque Terre

Nice

Day 5: Nice

Monaco City

Day 6: Nice

Marseille

Day 7: Marseille

Barcelona

Day 8: Barcelona

Day 9: Barcelona

Day 1: Start Rome

Rome

Welcome to Rome, where historical ruins, renaissance masterpieces, vibrant street life and a romantic perception of life all collide. After meeting our new friends at our hotel, we’ll head out for a sightseeing tour, checking our iconic sites such as the Trevi Fountain (flick a coin and get a pic), the Spanish Steps, Piazza Navora and more. Then, stomachs rumbling after smelling all the fresh Italian food wafting out of restaurants and cafes, we’ll bond over a 3-course Roman dinner. Delizioso!

Hotel St. Martin (or similar)

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DinnerTour Rome on Foot Stroll around the Italian capital, ticking all the sights off your bucket list! Feast on a modern Roman banquet Get together with the Contiki crew and enjoy a traditional three-course meal with local specialties. Pasta la vista baby!

Day 2: Rome to La Spezia

RomeAfter breakfast this morning we’ll have a chance to explore more of Rome’s ornate piazzas and gorgeous fountains (it’s easy to see why this was once the capital of the world). Then, it’s time to board a train to La Spezia.Cinque TerreWelcome to the Italian Riviera! It’s only been 2 days and you’ve already fallen head over heels for Italy. Tonight, you’ll have a free night to explore La Spezia with your travel buds. Hungry? The Cinque Terre is the home of pesto (and it’s the besto) so be sure to get a dollop of that on your freshly made pasta.

Hotel Firenze e Continentale (or similar)

Included Meals:

Breakfast

Day 3: La Spezia

Cinque Terre
Today we’re headed to the Cinque Terre, the glittering star of postcards and insta feeds all over the world. Is there a coastline on earth more enchanting than this? Pastel-hued villages, dramatic terraced cliffs, lush gardens, medieval monuments & pristine waters make for an unmissable experience. We make exploring the ‘5 lands’ even easier, with an unlimited train-and-hike travel card included in the price of your trip, so whether you choose to hike, train, boat or eat your way through Cinque Terre, you’ll fall in love with this sun-drenched coast, and so will your Instagram feed.

Included Meals:

Breakfast

Explore Cinque Terre by trainWe’ll take care of your rail pass, so you can just zip around the iconic clifftop villages and focus on the Insta stories. 

Day 4: La Spezia to Nice

Cinque TerreArrivederci Italy and a big Bonjour to France! We’re headed from the Italian Riviera to the French Riviera, and the ridiculously scenic coastal train ride alone makes the journey worth it.NiceWe’ll enjoy two nights in this playground of the rich and famous. Year round sunshine, beautiful beaches, boulevards and a buzzing street life makes Nice a stand-out in the French Riviera. The only thing that could make this better…enjoying an included meal together this evening. And with an included dinner, you’re sure to start your stay in style. 

Monsigny Nice (or simialr)

Included Meals:

Breakfast

Dinner

Day 5: Nice

NiceWake up, you’re in the French Riviera. Nice! This morning you’ll have free time to soak up some rays on one of those iconic blue chairs along the glorious waterfront.  Glamorous and culturally fascinating, as you walk along the harbour and soak up the designer bars and couture shops you’ll have the swagger of an A-list celeb. Or grab a chance to join a bike ride across Nice’s wine region & learn about the winemaking process from a passionate local while enjoying a picnic. 
To keep the glamour vibes going, why not opt to head to Monte Carlo casino in Monaco tonight, where you can roll the dice and live the life of the rich and famous?Monaco CityTo keep the glamour vibes going, why not opt to head to Monte Carlo casino in Monaco tonight, where you can roll the dice and live the life of the rich and famous?

Monsigny Nice (or simialr)

Included Meals:

Breakfast

Get to know glitzy Monaco Walk in the footsteps of Grace Kelly at the Royal Palace and see the Monte Carlo Casino (where the car park looks like a Fast & Furious set).
Monaco DinnerGet a taste of the high life just a few doors down from the Royal Palace, home of Monaco’s glamorous royal family & the former residence of movie star Grace Kelly. Eat in style & indulge in a French four-course spread that includes regional specialties, like the famous salade niçoise, pastries & French wine.
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A ‘Nice’ Bike RideRide bikes through the old town of Nice and soak up the history
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Day 6: Nice to Marseille

NiceJust a short train ride this morning, as we head to the edgy Riviera town of Marseille along the gorgeous Mediterranean coast.MarseilleEdgy, stylish and beautiful, Marseille is French culture all over. With white sandy beaches, woozy little backstreets and grand promenades, this multicultural place is predominantly made up of students, giving it an energy not usually found in coastal cities. Breathe in the sites of this charming place before heading out for some dinner, before watching the world go by with a glass of wine.

B&B Hotel Marseille Centre La Joliette (or similar)

Included Meals:

Breakfast

Day 7: Marseille to Barcelona

MarseilleSee ya France, we’re headed to another magical country this morning but not before breakfast.BarcelonaAfter falling in love with yet more scenery, we’ll reach one of the world’s most uniquely beautiful cities: Barcelona. On arrival, we’ll take in the baroque sites such as Gaudi’s Sagrada Familia – the unfinished masterpiece still under construction – Las Ramblas and more. This evening, it’s time to MAKE TRAVEL MATTER ® in the tastiest way possible – through food of course. You’ll try your hand at cooking, and have dinner at Espai Mescladis, a non-profit whose restaurant is working to foster social cohesion within the city. 
 

Campanile Barcelona Cornellà-Sud (or similar)

Included Meals:

Breakfast

Mescladis Cooking Class & Dinner (MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience)Espai Mescladis is the face of a not-for-profit organisation using food and drink as a way to foster social cohesian in the city – a play on the Catalan word, mesclar, meaning ‘to mix’. Mescladis’ aim in particular to combat the fear of ‘otherness’ that can arise in increasingly multicultural societies.
Additional costs apply

Day 8: Barcelona

Barcelona
They say this city sizzles and we couldn’t agree more. Today is all yours to explore! For a taste of what you can do, here’s just a start of the never-ending list: channel Gaudi at Sagrada Familia, his greatest masterpiece, started in 1882. This labour of love is still not compete, but is still a worthy memory and insta upload. Parc Guell could be next on the list – or maybe take to the backstreets for some endless tapas and paella, washed down with sangria. Fancy cooling down? Head to the golden sands of Barcelona’s beach, the cherry on top this incredible city. As a last hoorah, head to our optional flamenco show, where you’ll experience this passionate dance up close, before feasting on some local tapas.

Campanile Barcelona Cornellà-Sud (or similar)

Included Meals:

Breakfast

Explore Barcelona on Two WheelsExplore Barcelona like a local & join us on a guided bike tour. You’ll cycle past famous sites & also get off the beaten track to places where most tourists don’t go. Along the way your guide will explain the history of the city to make it all come to life.
Additional costs apply

Flamenco Show with DinnerSet in Poble Español, Tablao de Carmen serves up tapas & dinner with the heart-stopping intensity of flamenco dancing. This live performance introduces the heart of Spanish culture, so kick back with Spain’s signature drink, sangria, & take in the rhythms.
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Day 9: End Barcelona

Barcelona

This morning our adventure sadly finishes after breakfast, but if you’re hungry for more Spanish sun, why not join us for our epic Ibiza & Beyond? See you on the beach?

Included Meals:

Breakfast

Destination:

Europe > Italy | France | Spain > This trip makes tracks through Europe’s coolest cities, taking the train from Rome to Barcelona and stopping off at La Spezia, Marseille and Nice along the way. Your days will be spent discovering Barcelona’s beach-side beauty, hiking the dreamy pastel villages of Cinque Terre, uncovering historical monuments in Rome and taking bike tours through the glitzy French Riviera. Your mode of transport is the most classic way to experience Europe, as you enjoy scenic train rides from destination to destination

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