PGS HY Grand South France and Barcelona Tour
With Pegasus Airlines
Grand South France and Barcelona Tour
“A Grand Mediterranean Discovery from the Riviera to Barcelona.”
No Extra Tours - All Tours Included!!!
Nice – Monaco – Cote D’azur – Antibes – St Tropez – Marseille – Aix-en-Provence – Montpellier – Narbonne – Carcassonne – Girona – Figueras – Barcelona – La Roca Outlet Village – Gothic & El Born
Tour Departure Dates
April 19 / May 24 / June 28 / July 12 / July 19 / July 26 / August 9 / August 23 / September 13 / September 27 / October 11 / October 25 / November 8
Special Days:
April 23 National Sovereignty and Children's Day: April 19
Eid-al-Adha: May 24
July 15 Democracy and National Unity Day: July 12
Republic Day: October 25
November Semester: November 8
Day 1 Istanbul – Nice - Monaco
Meeting point in front of the Pegasus Counter in the International Departures Terminal of Sabiha Gökçen Airport in Istanbul. After ticket, baggage, and passport procedures, we depart for Nice at 11:15 with Pegasus Airlines flight PC1149. Arrival in Nice at 13:20. After passport, baggage, and customs procedures, we start our tour in the French Riviera. First, we reach Monaco Principality while visiting the most beautiful coves and capes of Cote d’Azur region and the beautiful hills. After touring the palace and its surroundings, we proceed towards Nice with the beautiful views of Italy's coast. Our Nice City Tour,
continues with the famous beachfront of Nice, Promenade des Anglais. The Old Town of Nice, Massena Square, Flower Market, and the Courthouse are among the places we will visit. After our tour, we provide free time. Overnight stay at our hotel in Nice or surrounding area.
Lunch: Will be taken at a location determined by the guide during free time at an additional cost.
Dinner: Will be taken at a location determined by the guide during free time at an additional cost.
Accommodation: Le Floréal Hotel Vence etc.
Route: Nice, Monaco
Hotel Check-in Time; Approximately 20:00 depending on road conditions
Day 2 Nice - Cote D’azur – Antibes - St. Tropez - Marseille
After having our breakfast at the hotel, we set off. We will continue towards Antibes, one of the magnificent cities of Cote D’azur. After visiting the Old Port, Notre Dame Cathedral, and Flower-Decorated Houses in this important tourist center, we proceed to Cannes and take a short city tour in Cannes, one of the Mediterranean's most popular holiday spots. After seeing the area where the red carpet walks take place during the famous festival, we head towards St. Tropez, one of the most glamorous holiday resorts in Europe. Once a simple fishing village 150 years ago, this town quickly gained fame through artists and later famous filmmakers, where you can see many world-renowned brands' stores and the most popular restaurants. After this visit and free time, we move to our hotel in Marseille. Overnight at our hotel in Marseille.
Breakfast: Will be provided at the hotel and included in the tour fee.
Lunch: Will be taken at a location determined by the guide during free time at an additional cost.
Dinner: Will be taken at a location determined by the guide during free time at an additional cost.
Accommodation:
Route: Antibes – Cannes 11 km, Cannes – St. Tropez 78 km, St. Tropez – Marseille 134 km
Hotel Check-in Time; Approximately 20:00 depending on road conditions
Day 3 Marseille - Aix-En-Provence - Montpellier
After having our breakfast at the hotel, we will have a city tour in Marseille, the second largest city in France after Paris and the largest city in South France. We will visit the very beautiful and lively old port of Marseille, Vieux-Port, the city's most vibrant street La Canebière, historical buildings, and grand town hall in the old town La Panier, then enjoy some free time in the most lively and touristic part, Vieux-Port. Afterwards, we will head towards our next destination Aix-En-Provence which has a history dating back to 123 BC, founded by Romans, became part of France in 1487, and has been the capital of Provence. In this French city, which enjoys a Mediterranean climate, you can see the sun for 300 days a year. The city that inspired Cezanne and Picasso is filled with historical and lavender-scented streets, where we will see the Four Dolphins Fountain, the Priests Fountain, the Albertas and Cardeurs Squares, the Saint Sauveur Cathedral, and Cours Mirabeau during our city tour. Leaving the lavender-scented streets of Aix-En-Provence, we will proceed to our next stop Montpellier, founded in 1181, which has the distinction of being the first medical university in the western world. Known for its staff craft since the 19th century, we'll enjoy the Three Graces Fountain in Place de la Comedie Square, the stunning Opera House built in 1755, and the pleasant walking route Promenade du Peyrou and visit "Arc de Triomphe" finished in 1691, inspired by the Triumphal Arch in Paris. We will complete our day by exploring the historical and cultural richness of Montpellier or a nearby hotel for our overnight stay.
Breakfast: Will be provided at the hotel and included in the tour fee.
Lunch: Will be taken at a location determined by the guide during free time at an additional cost.
Dinner: Will be taken at a location determined by the guide during free time at an additional cost.
Accommodation:
Route: Marseille – Aix En Provence 30 km, Aix En Provence – Montpellier 154 km
Hotel Check-in Time; Approximately 20:00 depending on road conditions
Day 4 Montpellier – Narbonne - Carcassonne
After having our breakfast at the hotel, we set off for the Narbonne & Carcassonne Tour. Our first stop will be Narbonne. Situated between Montpellier to the north and Perpignan to the south, we will see this city before continuing our journey to Carcassonne. In Carcassonne, which is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage site, we explore the historical medieval city surrounded by a double wall with 52 towers, the largest castle in Europe. This is a journey back in time among ancient streets where you can’t get enough of walking. After completing our tour, we transfer to our hotel in Carcassonne or nearby.
Breakfast: Will be provided at the hotel and included in the tour fee.
Lunch: Will be taken at a location determined by the guide during free time at an additional cost.
Dinner: Will be taken at a location determined by the guide during free time at an additional cost.
Accommodation:
Route: Montpellier – Narbonne 99 km, Narbonne – Carcassonne 60 km
Hotel Check-in Time; Approximately 20:00 depending on road conditions
Day 5 Carcassonne – Girona – Figueras - Barcelona
After having our breakfast at the hotel, we set off for Barcelona. We will realize the Girona & Figueras Tour. Our first stop is Girona, a gem of Northern Catalonia, established at the confluence of Onyar, Galligants, and Güell rivers. This area is historically important with artifacts from numerous occupations and dominions dating back to the Iberians. All structures are made of stone and have preserved their ancient charm impressively. With its museums, churches, cobbled narrow streets, and remains from the Middle Ages, it is a favorite spot for tourists. The Lion statue, Cathedral Square, and Jewish Quarter are among the sights to see. After our tour, we will head to the City of Figueras, notable as the birthplace of the surrealist artist Salvador Dali in 1904. Dali established a museum here to leave a mark and showcase his works. Today, this museum has the largest collection of Dali’s works and is referred to as Dali's greatest artwork as he designed every aspect of the museum. It houses over 4000 works by Dali using various techniques. After our tour, we transfer to our hotel in Barcelona. Overnight stay at our hotel in Barcelona.
Breakfast: Will be provided at the hotel and included in the tour fee.
Lunch: Will be taken at a location determined by the guide during free time at an additional cost.
Dinner: Will be taken at a location determined by the guide during free time at an additional cost.
Accommodation:
Route: Carcassonne – Girona 209 km, Girona – Figueras 48 km, Figueras – Barcelona 146 km
Hotel Check-in Time; Approximately 20:00 depending on road conditions
Day 6 Barcelona – La Roca Outlet Village
After having our breakfast at the hotel, we conduct our city tour of Barcelona. As the second-largest city in Spain after Madrid and the capital of Catalonia, the sights to see in Barcelona include the La Sagrada Familia Church, Cristof Columbus Statue, Montjuic Hill, La Ramblas Street, Spain and Catalunya Squares, Paseo de Gracia, Gran Via Street, Endülüs Arena, and Olympic Port. After our tour, we will have free time until the hour determined by our guide. Later, we will realize our visit to La Roca Outlet Village, where world-renowned brand stores are located. After that, we transfer back to our hotel. Overnight stay at our hotel in Barcelona.
Breakfast: Will be provided at the hotel and included in the tour fee.
Lunch: Will be taken at a location determined by the guide during free time at an additional cost.
Dinner: Will be taken at a location determined by the guide during free time at an additional cost.
Accommodation:
Route: Barcelona
Hotel Check-in Time; Approximately 20:00 depending on road conditions
Day 7 Barcelona – Gothic Elborn Neighborhoods - Istanbul
After having our breakfast at the hotel, we set off for the Barcelona Gothic and El Born Neighborhoods Tour. In this tour, accompanied by our guide in the Gothic Quarter, we will embark on a journey through the historical beauties of Barcelona, which dates back 2000 years. While walking through La Rambla street, we will see the 19th-century La Boqueria (Covered Market), then dive into the side streets to witness the magnificent remnants of Roman era Barcelona, including the Augustus Temple, the Jewish Quarter, the Palace of the Barons of Barcelona, the Aragon Royal Archives Building, Barcelona Gothic Cathedral, the Bisbe Bridge, and Sant Jaume Square. Then we will move to the El Born Neighborhood, where we will see the Catalan Culture Center, which has significant historical importance in Catalonia, and the “Cathedral of the People,” Katedral Maria del Mar, which has been featured in films. In the free time we will give at the end of our tour in Passeig del Born, a center of bohemian life with famous cafes and bars, you will have the opportunity to relax and taste the delicacies of Catalan cuisine. At the end of our tour, we transfer to the airport.
After ticket, baggage, and passport procedures, we depart for Istanbul at 16:20 with Pegasus Airlines flight PC1094. Arrival in Istanbul at 19:55. We hope to see you on your next trip…
Breakfast: Will be provided at the hotel and included in the tour fee.
Lunch: Will be taken at a location determined by the guide during free time at an additional cost.
Route: Barcelona
Museum Entries (Dali Museum), Monaco, Hotel Accommodation Taxes, Headsets, Tourist City Taxes, and Local Guide Fees per person: 150 EUR
Our guests accept in advance that they will participate in the tours mentioned in the tour program and will not disrupt the program, and, consequently, they will pay the local guide, museum & archaeological site entries, city taxes, if any, and audio system headsets based on the amount previously communicated in the tour program. The guest has been fully and adequately informed in this regard.