Europe Introduction with Flight From Mexico City

This experience is available throughout the year, however the recommended time to do this experience is during the months of March to October. During June and August the weather can be quite hot, while from November to February the weather can be quite cold.

The climate tends to vary according to the season, during the months of April to June, the temperature ranges between 18 and 27°C. During July and August the temperature can reach 33°C, while the cold months from November to February the temperature decreases and oscillates between 5° and 12°C.

The experience begins at the Benito Juarez International Airport in Mexico City. Upon arrival at Madrid - Barajas International Airport (MAD) you will be met by your guide, who will take you to your hotel.

Europe does not require any type of vaccination to enter the country, however it is advisable to have routine vaccinations, including tetanus, typhoid, chicken pox, hepatitis A and B.

During your experience it is essential to notify your guide as soon as possible of any discomfort or eventuality that occurs, so that they can assist you and give you the necessary support. In very serious cases, medical attention will be arranged with the insurance company.

The currency used during the experience is the Euro (€, EUR), we recommend you to change to the local currency upon arrival in the country, it is possible to change at some exchange offices, airport and ATMs. Not all stores accept international credit and debit cards, so it is recommended to always have some cash on hand. ###MX In the following link you can find an estimate of the current exchange rate in Mexican Pesos: https://www.xe.com/es/currencyconverter/convert/?Amount=1&From=EUR&To=MXN ###CO In the following link you can find an estimate of the current exchange rate in Colombian Pesos: https://www.xe.com/es/currencyconverter/convert/?Amount=1&From=EUR&To=COP Note: The exchange rate may vary depending on the bank or exchange house where it is processed.

The experience does not include international or domestic flights, travel insurance, personal expenses, meals, beverages and transfers not mentioned. As for extra expenses, we recommend bringing a daily allowance of approximately $40 usd.

Groups are usually of approximately 24 people.

Once the day's activities are over, you may have free time to enjoy at your own pace, the guide will inform you.

During your free time you can get to know the city better, visit a restaurant, walk the streets, some recommendations: Madrid: Visit the Retiro Park, the Prado National Museum, the Royal Palace, the Plaza Mayor and more. Paris: Climb the Eiffel Tower, visit the Louvre Museum, the Arc de Triomphe, Notre-Dame and more. Barcelona: Visit the Cathedral, Plaza Real, the Temple of Augustus, stroll along the Rambla and more. Check with your guide for more information about the places you can visit. Activities and visits during free time are not included.

This experience includes 08 buffet breakfasts served at the hotel, which include eggs, cold meats, fruits, yogurt, juices, coffee.

The price of the food varies according to the dish and place, you can find well served meals at $10 usd and dinners at $15 usd, drinks such as bottled water, sodas and juices at approximately $3 usd.

Accommodations during the experience are in comfortable 3 and 4 star hotels, centrally located. Madrid: Hotel Madrid Centro Affiliated by Meliál or similar - Private double room. Bordeaux: B&B Bordeaux Les Begles or similar - Private double room. Paris: Ibis Porte De D'Orleans - Private double room. Barcelona: Ibis Porte De D'Orleans or similar - Private double room. In most hotels, the triple room consists of 2 beds, or a double bed plus a sofa bed or folding bed. Note: During Fairs, Congresses and Vinitech, accommodation may be diverted to towns near Bordeaux and Barcelona. Note: Hotels are subject to change without prior notice upon arrival at your destination, you can request more information or confirmation by chat directly to your guide 1 week prior to your arrival.

Of course you can travel alone, but you must add a mandatory single supplement. If you do not wish to pay the extra you must select some of the following starting dates during 2022: April 17, May 15, June 19, September 18, October 16. In the "extras" section you can see more information.

The experience does not have a minimum age requirement, however minors must be accompanied at all times by two responsible adults (18+ years old) and share a room. See the "Extras" section to learn more about rates for minors. Children under 8 years of age at the time of travel are at the regular rate. The maximum recommended age for this experience is 75 years old with excellent physical condition.

The experience begins and ends at the Benito Juarez International Airport in Mexico City. The first and last hotel night will be spent in Madrid, if you wish or need to take additional nights in this city, you can consult our extras section or with your guide through the traveler chat within your session, to know which are the best options.

Wifi is available in each of the hotels where you stay, as for coverage you can buy a chip to stay connected.

Yes, you will be able to charge your electronic devices in the hotels provided.

The voltage in both Spain and France is 230V with a frequency of 50 Hz. The plugs are type E and the sockets have two round, type F plugs. Colombian and Mexican travelers need an adapter.

On the first day you should arrive at the Benito Juarez International Airport in Mexico City at least 3 hours before the departure time of your flight to Madrid. The guide will be waiting for you upon arrival at Madrid - Barajas International Airport (MAD). It is important to share with the guide the schedule of your flights through your booking chat. Check-in at the hotel is available from 2:00 pm.

The last day is exclusively for the return to your home city. The transfer to Madrid - Barajas International Airport (MAD) is on your own (not included). Check-out at the hotel is available until noon, 12:00. The experience ends with your arrival at Benito Juares International Airport in Mexico City (MEX), the time will depend on your flight itinerary.

During the experience you will have some activities that require a little physical effort, such as hand-holding, as well as long road trips, so it is necessary to be in good physical condition since you will be active and visit different places.

To visit Europe it is necessary to have travel insurance to cover any eventuality such as delayed or cancelled flights, as well as major medical insurance for any type of emergency.

Comfortable clothes, walking shoes, coat, sunglasses, sunscreen, hat or cap, bathing suit, a small backpack to carry your belongings during the day, a bottle of water.

It is recommended to carry a light backpack or suitcase of a maximum of 20 kilos in addition to carrying only what is necessary.

It is necessary to check directly with your country's embassy to confirm if there are any visa requirements to visit Europe. This will depend on nationality. It is also important that the passport has at least six months validity from the return of the trip. Consult the following link for visa requirements according to your country: https://localadventures.mx/visas-and-restrictions ###MX Travelers with a Mexican passport do NOT need a visa to enter the countries of this experience. ###CO Travelers with a Mexican passport do NOT need a visa to enter the countries of this experience. Note: It is the traveler's responsibility to have the corresponding requirements to leave the country and to access the destination; in case of denial, LocalAdventures is not responsible for any charges derived from such situation.

Yes, the experience includes a round international flight from Mexico City to Madrid in economy class. Flights include one checked bag of maximum 20 kilos.

You will know the route, date and time of your flights no later than 7 days before the beginning of your experience. It is important to take into account that you may need a day before or after your experience to be able to take the flight. The flight itinerary does not include stopovers in the USA so it is not necessary to have an American visa.

The flight can be operated by Iberia, Aeromexico, Air France, Air Europa and others.

Airline tickets will be sent by the Local Adventures team to each traveler no later than 1 week before your departure. Please check your email.

In most hotels, the triple room consists of 2 beds, or a double bed plus a sofa bed or folding bed.

Internal transfers are by air-conditioned bus. Sightseeing tours can be by bus or van, depending on the size of the group. Airport transfers are individual transfers in private cars. Train transfers by TVG/AVE train in tourist category from Paris to Barcelona. During the road trips there is a stop every 2 hours and a half to eat, move the body a little and use the toilets.