7 nights. France, Spain

Day 1

southampton, england

Departure: 17:00

Southampton is the largest city in the county of Hampshire on the south coast of England. It’s a major port and the closest city to the New Forest. The city sits at the northern end of Southampton Water where the River Test and the River Itchen meet, with the River Hamble joining just south of the built‑up area. Southampton City Council is the local authority and operates as a unitary council. The city forms the heart of the Greater Southampton area and has an estimated population of about 253,651. MAIN TOURIST ATTRACTIONS • The Bargate – a medieval gatehouse standing right in the middle of the shopping district. The top floor now houses a Heritage Visitor Centre. • Central Parks – laid out in the 19th century and listed as Grade II on English Heritage’s Register of Historic Parks. • The annual Southampton Boat Show. • SeaCity Museum. • Tudor House.

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Day 2

paris (le havre), france

Arrival: 07:00 - Departure: 19:00

Le Havre is a port city at the mouth of the Seine, on the English Channel in the region of Upper Normandy in France. Le Havre is French for "the harbour". Historically, Le Havre has always been the harbour for Paris, with goods transferring there between ocean-going vessels and barges which go to Paris via the Seine.Le Havre was heavily bombed during the Battle of Normandy. The reconstruction of the town was undertaken by August Perret using reinforced concrete. This project has led to the city being added to the UNESCO World Heritage List.The most important places to visit in Le Havre are: St Joseph's Church, the Cathedrale Notre Dame, the Maison de l'Armateur and the Town Hall, located on one of the largest squares in France. It is possible to climb the tower for view of the lay out of the city.

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Day 4

bilbao, spain

Arrival: 08:00 - Departure: 17:00

Bilbao is the capital of Biscay in the Basque Country, in northern Spain. The city is situated on the banks of the Nervión, a tidal river. Bilbao was until the 90s a large, grey industrial town, the economic heart of the Basque Country. But since the opening of a new Guggenheim Museum by the river, the city has become an arty and stylish city and is now a major tourist destination. The main attraction that put Bilbao on the map was the construction of the Guggenheim Museum by Frank Gehry, it is now one of Spain’s most visited attractions. The building is impressive and there are some very interesting sculptures outside the museum and in the atrium. Centred on the Plaza Nueva, a busy and colourful square, and the Santiago Cathedral the old quarter of Bilbao is pretty compact and a walk around its streets doesn't take long. The impressive church of San Nicolas, built in 1743 in honour of the sailors from Bilbao, stands at the entrance to the Casco Viejo. Located in the very heart of Bilbao's old centre, the cathedral of Bilbao is the oldest church in the city and the main Gothic construction in Biscay. Vital and exciting Bilbao is famous for its great food, its culture and its active nightlife.

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Day 5

la coruna, spain

Arrival: 09:00 - Departure: 19:00

It forms part of the Spanish autonomous community of Galicia, a region of sweeping green landscapes with a strong Celtic and Roman heritage that still lends it a mystical, magical character. Today A Coruña is a modern city, blending its traditional agricultural and fishing sectors with thriving newer industries such as fashion and textiles. Set on the Atlantic Ocean, A Coruña is a historic city whose past is closely tied to its old fishing and commercial port. The peninsula where the Old Town stands is also home to the Tower of Hercules, one of the city’s emblems, and features an evocative Romanesque maze of streets, squares and medieval churches.

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Day 6

vigo, spain

Arrival: 07:00 - Departure: 16:00

Vigo is a city and municipality in the province of Pontevedra, in the Spanish autonomous community of Galicia, on the Atlantic coast. Porta do Sol is the historic quarter’s main hub and a shopping area, home to a range of cultural centres, modern museums and arts foundations. Samil Beach is Vigo’s largest beach and sits at the mouth of the Lagares River. The Cíes Islands are a small group of islands just off the coast of Pontevedra in Galicia. Declared a nature reserve in 1980, they were incorporated into the Atlantic Islands of Galicia National Park in 2002. Known as the Gateway to the Atlantic, Vigo blends ancient history, stunning beaches and a contemporary, cosmopolitan feel. It’s a remarkable city that offers a warm welcome and beautiful surroundings; together with its coastal setting, striking landscapes and relaxed, friendly atmosphere, it gives even seasoned travellers a truly memorable experience to bring home.

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Day 8

southampton, england

Arrival: 05:30

Southampton is the largest city in the county of Hampshire on the south coast of England. It’s a major port and the closest city to the New Forest. The city sits at the northern end of Southampton Water where the River Test and the River Itchen meet, with the River Hamble joining just south of the built‑up area. Southampton City Council is the local authority and operates as a unitary council. The city forms the heart of the Greater Southampton area and has an estimated population of about 253,651. MAIN TOURIST ATTRACTIONS • The Bargate – a medieval gatehouse standing right in the middle of the shopping district. The top floor now houses a Heritage Visitor Centre. • Central Parks – laid out in the 19th century and listed as Grade II on English Heritage’s Register of Historic Parks. • The annual Southampton Boat Show. • SeaCity Museum. • Tudor House.

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