Mediterranean Express: Rivieras & Railroads
About Italy - From $1,799.25 CAD
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.
Travel Style
18-to-Thirtysomethings
Service Level
Basic
Physical Grading
2 - Light
What's Included
Your G for Good Moment: Mescladis Cooking Class, Barcelona
Your 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.
What are the main highlights of this trip?
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
How large will the group be?
Max 16, avg 14.
What meals are included in this trip?
No meals included
What are the modes of transportation on my trip?
Train, bus, private vehicle, walking.
Is there an extra cost for travelling solo?
We believe solo travellers should not have to pay more to travel so our group trips are designed for shared accommodation and do not involve a single supplement. Single travellers joining group trips are paired in twin or multi-share accommodation with someone of the same sex for the duration of the trip. Some of our Independent trips are designed differently and solo travellers on these itineraries must pay the single trip price.
Where will we stay during the trip?
Hostels (6 nts, multi-share with 2-6 people).
Itinerary
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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.
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Rome/Pisa
Arrive in Pisa, join your CEO for an orientation walk and spend your free time in this beautiful city. Choose to check out the famous Leaning Tower.
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Pisa
Jump on the train and explore the spectacular coastal path between Riomaggiore and Monterosso. Visit charming, colourful towns along the way with an included national park pass and unlimited train ticket. This allows you to discover the region's allure at your own pace.
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Pisa/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.
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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.
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Nice/Barcelona
Travel by private vehicle from Nice to Marseilles before taking the train to 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, enjoy a Big Night Out on the town.
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Barcelona
Depart at any time. We recommend staying an extra day or two to fully experience all this lively city has to offer.
Is travel insurance required for my trip?
Travel insurance is compulsory in order to participate on any of our trips. When travelling on a group trip, you will not be permitted to join the group until evidence of travel insurance has been sighted by your leader, who will take note of your insurance details. When selecting a travel insurance policy we require that at a minimum you are covered for medical expenses including emergency evacuation and repatriation. A minimum coverage of USD200,000 is required. We strongly recommend that the policy also covers personal liability, cancellation, curtailment and loss of luggage and personal effects. Some tours include adventure activities that require extra coverage (e.g. crampon use); please review your itinerary and make sure that you are covered for all included activities. If you have credit card insurance we require proof of purchase of the trip (a receipt of credit card statement) with a credit card in your name. Contact your bank for details of their participating insurer, the level of coverage and emergency contact telephone number.
