Mediterranean Cultures

Colosseum visit with Whisper headset, Arch of Constantine, Forum Romanum visit

Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel visit, St. Peter’s Basilica visit

Accademia visit, Baptistery Doors, Chiesa di Santa Croce, Duomo, Ponte Vecchio

A faded and cracked masterpiece needs to be rescued! Professional art restorers show you why painting restoration is an art itself. Discover the secrets of cleaning and retouching, then try your hand at this great tradition!

Baptistery visit, Pisa Cathedral visit

Greet six renaissance giants including Giotto, Galileo, and Isabella d’Este, and debate who made the greatest impact on civilization.

Take time out to explore the small principality of Monaco. See the casino in Monte Carlo, the royal palace and beautiful gardens. Nestled on the Mediterranean coast, you'll view stunning scenery and an abundance of yachts. Monaco is a playground for the wealthy! Stop for a visit in the charming village of Eze, a mountainside locale perched high above the sea.

Make a compelling sales pitch for a masterpiece by Cézanne, Monet, or another artist whose work highlights Provençal landscapes. Emphasize how the region’s unique light and scenery profoundly influenced their artistic vision.

A masterpiece of Roman engineering, the Pont du Gard aqueduct is one of the most stunning ancient monuments in Provence. Explore its arches and learn how this marvel carried water across the Gardon Valley for centuries.

Nîmes Amphitheater visit, Maison Carrée visit

Medieval Carcasonne looks like a fairytale city from the past -- its turreted citadel, crenelated city walls, and Gothic arched city gates bring you back to the 13th century. Extensive restorations in the 1800s brought the formerly crumbling city back to life, and its hilltop perch provides views over the surrounding green plains and hills all the way to the Pyrenees.

Venture to the medieval walled town of Carcassonne, famous for its medieval citadel and imposing watchtowers.

Park Güell visit, Gaudí’s Sagrada Familia guided visit, Barri Gotic, Olympic Stadium

This breathtaking church, considered the masterpiece of architect Antoni Gaudí, has been under construction since 1882 and is expected to be completed in 2026. Despite its unfinished state, its 18 soaring towers soar above Barcelona’s skyline, making it a must-see landmark.

This magnificent building is the epitome of Catalan architect Antoni Gaudí’s fantastical style. See how he uses twisted pillars, curved archways and warped metal balconies to create a totally unique design all his own.

Prado visit with Whisper headsets, Plaza Colon visit, Plaza de España, Royal Palace

Cooking class and dinner

Officially Spain’s National Museum of 20th Century Art, the Reina Sofía houses masterpieces by Pablo Picasso and Salvador Dalí. Its most famous work is Picasso’s Guernica, a powerful anti-war statement. Beyond the galleries, the museum also offers a vast library, archive, bookstore, and restaurant, making it a hub of art and culture.

St. Mary’s Synagogue visit, Toledo Cathedral visit, Monastery of San Juan de los Reyes visit, Sword factory visit

Board your flight home or choose to extend your trip with a three-night stay in Paris. Fly to the City of Lights and enjoy guided sightseeing, including visits to the Louvre and the Palace of Versailles. Participate in our Leap Seize the Château! program, a dynamic costume workshop where you’ll step into the roles of historical figures to explore the events leading to the French Revolution.