Euroventure
France and Spain Wine Tour
8 daysfrom $2,264
Great Rail Journeys · Escorted tour
Roses, Cadaqués & the Catalan Coast
The beautiful town of Roses is our base for this tour. Our itinerary introduces the highlights of the region including Cadaqués, Barcelona and Figueres.
Day by day
- Day 1railovernight: Roses
From London to the Catalan coast
Meet at London St Pancras International and board the Eurostar to Paris in Plus class with a light meal at seats. In Paris, take First Class seats on a TGV through the heart of France to Figueres, Spain. Transfer by coach to the hotel overlooking Canyelles Petites beach in Roses. Three-course dinner on arrival.
Meals: Eurostar Light Meal, Dinner
- Day 2overnight: Roses
Discovering Roses
Free day to relax by the pool or on Canyelles Petites beach, or visit the centre of Roses – an authentic fishing port with Catalan charm, white-washed buildings, the church of Santa María, Casa Mallol, and blue flag beaches. Optional walks to rocky coves. Dinner at the hotel.
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
- Day 3overnight: Roses
Ancient Besalú, Figueres and the Dalí Museum
Morning visit to the medieval town of Besalú, accessed via a 12th-century bridge, with independent exploration of cobbled streets and historic buildings. Coach to Figueres to visit the Dalí Theatre-Museum – the world's largest surrealist object, containing the largest collection of Dalí's works plus pieces by El Greco and Marcel Duchamp. Free time in Figueres before returning to Roses for dinner.
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
- Day 4overnight: Roses
Cruising around the Cap de Creus to Cadaqués
Board a boat for a cruise along the Cap de Creus National Park. Disembark in Cadaqués – a fishing village of white-washed houses that inspired Dalí's work, with the option to visit his former house and studio. Sail back to Roses; afternoon free. Optional coastal walk to Platja de l'Almadrava. Dinner at the hotel.
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
- Day 5overnight: Roses
Barcelona and its unique architecture
Coach to Barcelona for a guided tour: view the exterior of La Sagrada Família, see Casa Milà and Casa Batlló on Passeig de Gràcia, and walk along Las Ramblas. Free afternoon to explore independently – options include the Gothic quarter, Plaça Reial, Picasso Museum, or Rambla de Mar. Return to Roses for dinner.
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
- Day 6railovernight: Roses
A day to explore Roses at leisure
Free day at own pace. Options include riding the 'Roses Express' road train, visiting Castell de la Trinitat, exploring the Ciutadella de Roses, or taking a local bus to medieval Girona. Dinner at the hotel.
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
- Day 7railovernight: Roses
The Little Red Train into the French Pyrenees
Coach transfer to Rivesaltes near Perpignan, France, to board the Little Red Train (Train du Pays Cathare et des Fenouillèdes / TPCF). Scenic journey past vineyards, forests and rocky outcrops to Axat; open-air carriages available June–September. Free time and lunch in Axat before returning by coach. Dinner at the hotel.
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
- Day 8overnight: Roses
A vineyard brunch and a beachfront dinner
Coach to a vineyard in the Empordà wine region for a brunch of cold meats and local cheese with estate wine, followed by a walk through vineyards and olive trees and a winery visit. Return to Roses; afternoon free. Evening olive-oil tasting at the hotel, then dinner at the beachfront restaurant.
Meals: Breakfast, Brunch, Dinner
- Day 9rail
Homeward bound
Coach across the French border to Perpignan, connecting to Paris by TGV through the Occitan region. Board the Eurostar in Plus class with a light meal at seats back to London St Pancras International.
Meals: Breakfast, Eurostar Light Meal
Included
- Expertise of a UK Tour Manager from start to finish
- 8 nights' 4-star hotel accommodation
- Eurostar Plus class travel (with light meals at seat)
- First Class rail travel on TGV
- All rail, cruise and coach travel throughout the tour
- Breakfast and dinner each day
- 1 brunch (vineyard visit)
- All guided tours and excursions
Not included
- Cancellation & Travel Insurance
