Itinerary
- Intro
Introduction
- Day 1
Amsterdam
Amsterdam- Accommodation
- Hotel (Ibis Schiphol)
Optional Activities
- A Taste of Amsterdam & Holland - Visit a century-old farm to see Gouda cheese being made by hand using traditional methods, taste the farm's distinct cheeses, watch wooden shoes being handcrafted in traditional Dutch fashion, and take a private glass-roofed boat cruise through the historic canal ring (€38.00)
- Day 2
Amsterdam to Rhine Valley
Amsterdam to Rhine Valley- Accommodation
- Hotel (NH Mannheim Viernheim)
Included Activities
- Orientation walk in Cologne to view the Gothic Cathedral
- Scenic Rhine River cruise to St. Goar
Landmarks Cologne Cathedral Rhine River St. Goar - Day 3
Rhine Valley to Lucerne
Rhine Valley to Lucerne- Accommodation
- Hotel (City Brunnen)
Included Activities
- Guided exploration of Colmar with Travel Director
Optional Activities
- Swiss Countryside & Carriages - Meet local farmers and enjoy a countryside tour in horse-drawn carriages around a typical rural community, visiting a working farm for local drinks and snacks (Fr.67.00)
Landmarks Colmar Lake Lucerne - Day 4
Lucerne
Lucerne- Accommodation
- Hotel (City Brunnen)
Included Activities
- Orientation tour of Lucerne's Old Town including Chapel Bridge and Lion Monument
Optional Activities
- Mount Stanserhorn and Lake Cruise - Scenic cruise across Lake Lucerne to Stans, then travel by mountain railway and Cabrio cable car to 1900m (6300ft) for Alpine scenery (Fr.113.00)
- Swiss Dinner by the Lake - Delicious Swiss meal including famous Swiss cheese fondue at a lakeside restaurant with terrace, includes two drinks (Fr.95.00)
Landmarks Chapel Bridge Lion Monument - Day 5
Lucerne to Venice
Lucerne to Venice- Meals
- Dinner (Hotel dinner)
- Accommodation
- Hotel (LH Sirio, Venice Mestre)
Included Activities
- Hotel dinner
Optional Activities
- Traditional Tyrolean Evening - Lively evening of traditional entertainment with singers, dancers and musicians in national costume, includes two drinks (€45.00)
Landmarks Grand Canal - Day 6
Venice
Venice- Accommodation
- Hotel (LH Sirio, Venice Mestre)
Included Activities
- Private launch cruise to St. Mark's Square
- Visit to traditional Venetian glassblowing workshop
Optional Activities
- Gondolas and the Grand Canal - Breathtaking cruise by private water taxi along Venice's Grand Canal with views of magnificent palazzi and Rialto Bridge, followed by gondola ride along narrow waterways (€70.00)
- Lagoon Cruise to Burano with Food and Drinks - Discover the Venetian Lagoon by private boat with a delicious meal and selection of drinks on the fishermen's island of Burano, famous for multi-coloured houses (€72.00)
Landmarks St. Mark's Square Doge's Palace Basilica of St. Mark Bridge of Sighs Burano - Day 7
Venice to Rome
Venice to Rome- Accommodation
- Hotel (Ergife Palace, The Caesar Roma)
Optional Activities
- Roman Evening with Dinner - Light-hearted evening with typical Italian cuisine, drinks and music in Rome, plus a glimpse into how Romans enjoy their city (€62.00)
Landmarks Tuscan Countryside - Day 8
Rome
Rome- Accommodation
- Hotel (Ergife Palace, The Caesar Roma)
Included Activities
- Guided tour of Rome's main attractions with Local Guide, including view of St. Peter's Square
Optional Activities
- Piazzas and Fountains of Rome - Discover charming areas with a Local Specialist, wandering through narrow streets and beautiful squares to highlights like Trevi Fountain and the Pantheon (€33.00)
- Inside The Vatican & Colosseum - Skip-the-line tour with Local Specialist of Vatican Museums including Sistine Chapel frescoes, plus VIP entrance to Colosseum with tales of gladiatorial combat (€87.00)
Landmarks St. Peter's Square Trevi Fountain Pantheon Vatican Museums Sistine Chapel Colosseum - Day 9
Rome to Bay of Naples
Rome to Bay of Naples- Accommodation
- Hotel (Paradiso)
Optional Activities
- Amalfi Coast and Positano - Drive along the famous Amalfi Coast with a chance to visit the exclusive artists' paradise of Positano, magnificently positioned on the Mediterranean coast (€56.00)
Landmarks Abbey of Monte Cassino Amalfi Coast Positano - Day 10
Sorrento
Sorrento- Accommodation
- Hotel (Paradiso)
Landmarks Sorrento - Day 11
Bay of Naples to Florence
Bay of Naples to Florence- Meals
- Dinner (Hotel dinner)
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Starhotels Vespucci (Campi Bisenzio))
Included Activities
- Hotel dinner
Optional Activities
- Discover Pompeii - Tour of Pompeii excavations with Local Specialist, exploring the perfectly preserved Roman town engulfed by Mount Vesuvius in AD 79 for a glimpse of everyday Roman life (€49.00)
Landmarks Pompeii Mount Vesuvius - Day 12
Florence
Florence- Accommodation
- Hotel (Starhotels Vespucci (Campi Bisenzio))
Included Activities
- Walking tour of Florence's historic centre with Local Guide including Ponte Vecchio, Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, Giotto's Bell Tower, and Baptistery
- Visit to Piazza della Signoria
- Panoramic views from Piazzale Michelangelo
- Demonstrations of Florentine leathercraft and 18-carat gold
Optional Activities
- Tuscan Tasting Tour - Explore Florence's cuisine through market tastings and visits to select shops and cafés, sampling traditional fare like lampredotto, Schiacciata, olive oils, cheeses, pane toscano, pastries, hams and salamis with cultural and historical commentary (€60.00, minimum 5 guests, maximum 20)
- Dinner, Wine And Music In The Tuscan Hills - Scenic drive to a family restaurant in the Tuscan countryside with welcome drink, regional dishes made with traditional ingredients, wines from Saraceni family vineyards, and live music (€65.00)
- Michelangelo's 'David' & Accademia - Visit Academy of Fine Arts to see Michelangelo's David and learn about his works with expert commentary (€47.00, subject to availability, 50% cancellation fee if cancelled)
Landmarks Ponte Vecchio Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore Giotto's Bell Tower Baptistery Piazza della Signoria Piazzale Michelangelo Academy of Fine Arts - Day 13
Florence to French Riviera
Florence to French Riviera- Accommodation
- Hotel (Ibis Cannes Mandelieu)
Included Activities
- View of Leaning Tower of Pisa
- View of Piazza dei Miracoli (Square of Miracles)
Landmarks Leaning Tower of Pisa Piazza dei Miracoli Monaco - Day 14
French Riviera
French Riviera- Accommodation
- Hotel (Ibis Cannes Mandelieu)
Optional Activities
- St Paul de Vence and Corniche Coastline Drive - Travel to medieval hilltop town of St Paul de Vence to visit this artists' paradise, then continue along the Riviera on Basse, Moyenne and Grande corniche roads for mesmerizing views (€29.00)
- St Paul, Corniche Drive, Perfumery and Meal - Travel to medieval hilltop town of St. Paul for artists' paradise visit, continue along Riviera corniche roads with spectacular views, then enjoy a delicious meal with drinks at a local restaurant (€83.00)
Landmarks Saint-Paul-de-Vence Côte d'Azur - Day 15
French Riviera to Beaune
French Riviera to Beaune- Accommodation
- Hotel (Greet Hotel Beaune)
Included Activities
- View of Palace of the Popes
- View of St. Bénézet Bridge (Pont d'Avignon)
Landmarks Palace of the Popes St. Bénézet Bridge Beaune - Day 16
Beaune to Paris
Beaune to Paris- Accommodation
- Hotel (Ibis Alésia Montparnasse 14ème)
Optional Activities
- Versailles Palace And Gardens - Visit Palace of Versailles with Local Specialist through State apartments and famous Hall of Mirrors, with free time to stroll symmetrical tree-lined gardens (€73.00, subject to availability, 50% cancellation fee within 24 hours)
- Seine Cruise And Paris Illuminations - Leisurely cruise along the River Seine to see Paris at night, followed by a drive through the city with Local Specialist to see fascinating sights (€38.00, may take place before sunset in summer)
Landmarks Palace of Versailles Hall of Mirrors River Seine - Day 17
Paris
Paris- Accommodation
- Hotel (Ibis Alésia Montparnasse 14ème)
Included Activities
- City sightseeing tour with Travel Director including Arc de Triomphe and Champs-Élysées
Optional Activities
- Montmartre Village And Artists' Square - Join Local Specialist to explore Montmartre's winding streets and unusual galleries, dominated by Sacré Cœur Basilica, with time to browse art and taste local cuisine (€37.00)
- Paris Fashion Tour - Picturesque walking tour with Parisian Fashion Expert through city's hippest haunts, including Palais Royal, glass tunnels, Parisian shops and textile workshops, and Galerie Vivienne with 19th-century covered shops (€68.00, minimum 10 guests, maximum 20)
- French Culinary Discovery - Foodie walking tour with knowledgeable guide through Montorgueil neighbourhood, sampling finest bread, charcuterie, cheese and pastries while meeting local vendors and artisans (€73.00, minimum 10 guests, maximum 20)
- Montparnasse and Latin Quarter - Take fastest elevator in Europe to Montparnasse Panoramic Observation Deck for 360-degree views of Eiffel Tower and iconic monuments, then stroll through medieval Latin Quarter with sidewalk bistros and boutiques (€38.00)
- Moulin Rouge Cabaret And Dinner - Dinner and cabaret including wine and champagne at world-famous Moulin Rouge with 60 dancers, entertainers and over 1000 costumes (€165.00)
Landmarks Arc de Triomphe Champs-Élysées Montmartre Sacré Cœur Basilica Artist's Square Palais Royal Galerie Vivienne Montparnasse Panoramic Observation Deck Latin Quarter Moulin Rouge Eiffel Tower - Day 18
Depart Paris
Depart Paris
