Itinerary
- 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 distinct farm cheeses, see wooden shoes being handcrafted in traditional Dutch fashion, and take a private glass-roofed boat cruise through Amsterdam's historic canal ring (€38.00)
- Day 2
Amsterdam to Rhine Valley
Amsterdam to Rhine Valley- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (NH Mannheim Viernheim)
Included Activities
- Orientation walk in Cologne to view the Gothic Cathedral
- Scenic Rhine River cruise from Cologne to St. Goar
Landmarks Cologne Cathedral 
- Day 3
Rhine Valley to Lucerne Region
Rhine Valley to Lucerne Region- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (City Brunnen)
Included Activities
- Explore the heart of Colmar with your Travel Director, discovering colourful half-timbered houses, canal-lined lanes and flower-filled squares
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 
- Day 4
Lucerne
Lucerne- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (City Brunnen)
Included Activities
- Orientation tour through Lucerne's Old Town with Travel Director to visit Chapel Bridge and Lion Monument
Optional Activities
- Swiss Dinner by the Lake - Enjoy a delicious Swiss meal featuring the famous Swiss cheese fondue in a typical local lakeside restaurant with a well-placed terrace and two drinks included (Fr.95.00)
- Mount Stanserhorn And Lake Cruise - Take a scenic cruise across Lake Lucerne to Stans, then travel by one of Switzerland's oldest mountain railways and Cabrio cable car to 1900m (6300ft) for stunning Alpine scenery (Fr.113.00)
Landmarks Chapel Bridge Lion Monument - Day 5
Lucerne Region to Venice
Lucerne Region to Venice- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
- Accommodation
- Hotel (LH Sirio Venice)
Included Activities
- Cruise by private boat to St. Mark's Square
Optional Activities
- Gondolas and the Grand Canal - Cruise by private water taxi along Venice's Grand Canal admiring magnificent palazzi and the Rialto Bridge, then glide gracefully on a gondola along Venice's narrow waterways (€70.00)
- Traditional Tyrolean Evening - Enjoy a lively evening of traditional entertainment with singers, dancers and musicians in national costume providing a colourful show of folklore and fun, including two drinks (€45.00)
Landmarks St. Mark's Square Grand Canal - Day 6
Venice
Venice- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (LH Sirio Venice)
Included Activities
- Cruise by private launch to St. Mark's Square
- Visit to a traditional glassblowing workshop to see Venetian glassware craftsmanship
Optional Activities
- Lagoon Cruise to Burano with Food and Drinks - Discover the Venetian Lagoon by private boat and enjoy a delicious meal with a selection of drinks on the fishermen's island of Burano, famous for its multi-coloured houses (€72.00)
Landmarks Doge's Palace Basilica of St. Mark Bridge of Sighs - Day 7
Venice to Rome
Venice to Rome- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Ergife Palace, The Caesar Roma)
Optional Activities
- Roman Evening with Dinner - Spend a light-hearted evening in Rome, relax and enjoy typical Italian cuisine with drinks and music, followed by a drive showcasing how Romans enjoy their city (€62.00)
- Day 8
Rome
Rome- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Ergife Palace, The Caesar Roma)
Included Activities
- View St. Peter's Square with a Local Guide
Optional Activities
- Piazzas and Fountains of Rome - Discover charming areas in the city with a Local Specialist, wandering through narrow streets and beautiful squares of Rome's historic centre to highlights such as Trevi Fountain and the Pantheon, plus hidden corners (€33.00)
- Inside The Vatican & Colosseum - Skip-the-line tour with Local Specialist showing remarkable works of art and Michelangelo's Sistine Chapel ceiling frescoes at the Vatican Museums, plus VIP entrance to the Colosseum with fascinating tales of gladiatorial combat (€87.00)
Landmarks St. Peter's Square - Day 9
Rome to Bay of Naples
Rome to Bay of Naples- Meals
- Breakfast
- 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 - Day 10
Sorrento
Sorrento- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Paradiso)
- Day 11
Bay of Naples to Florence
Bay of Naples to Florence- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Starhotels Vespucci)
Optional Activities
- Discover Pompeii - Tour the excavations of Pompeii, the perfectly preserved Roman town engulfed by Mount Vesuvius' eruption in AD 79, with a Local Specialist revealing glimpses of everyday Roman life frozen for nearly 2,000 years (€49.00)
Landmarks Pompeii 
- Day 12
Florence
Florence- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Starhotels Vespucci)
Included Activities
- Walking tour of Florence's historic centre with Local Guide including views of Ponte Vecchio, Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, Giotto's Bell Tower, Baptistery, and Piazza della Signoria
- Panoramic views of the city from Piazzale Michelangelo
- Demonstrations of Florentine leathercraft and 18-carat gold
Optional Activities
- Tuscan Tasting Tour - Explore the glories of 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 significance explanations. Minimum 5 guests, maximum 20. (€60.00)
- Dinner, Wine And Music In The Tuscan Hills - Scenic drive to a family restaurant in the Tuscan countryside with welcome drink in historic courtyard, regional dishes made with traditional ingredients, wines from the Saraceni family vineyards, live music and song (€65.00)
- Michelangelo's 'David' & Accademia - Insight into Michelangelo and his masterpiece David at the Academy of Fine Arts with expert Local Specialist commentary on his life and works. Subject to availability with advance reservations and entrance prepayments; 50% cancellation fee if cancelled (€47.00)
Landmarks Ponte Vecchio Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore Giotto's Bell Tower Baptistery Piazza della Signoria Piazzale Michelangelo - Day 13
Florence to French Riviera
Florence to French Riviera- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Ibis Cannes Mandelieu)
Landmarks Leaning Tower of Pisa Square of Miracles Pisa Cathedral Baptistery of Pisa Camposanto 
- Day 14
French Riviera
French Riviera- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Ibis Cannes Mandelieu)
Optional Activities
- St Paul de Vence and Corniche Coastline Drive - Travel to the medieval hilltop town of St Paul de Vence to visit this renowned artists' paradise, then continue along the Riviera on the Basse, Moyenne and Grande corniche roads for mesmerizing views (€29.00)
- St Paul, Corniche Drive, Perfumery and Meal - Travel to the medieval hilltop town of St. Paul to visit this artists' paradise, continue along the Riviera on corniche roads with spectacular views, and visit a local restaurant for a delicious meal including drinks (€83.00)
- Day 15
French Riviera to Beaune
French Riviera to Beaune- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Greet Hotel Beaune)
Landmarks Palace of the Popes Pont d'Avignon - Day 16
Beaune to Paris
Beaune to Paris- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Ibis Alésia Montparnasse 14éme), Hotel (Ibis Alésia Montparnasse 14ème)
Optional Activities
- Seine Cruise And Paris Illuminations - Enjoy Paris transformed at night on a leisurely cruise along the River Seine, then drive through the city with Local Specialist to see fascinating sights. In summer, may take place before sunset. (€38.00)
- Versailles Palace And Gardens - Local Specialist-led tour through the State apartments and famous Hall of Mirrors at the Palace of Versailles, built for the Sun King Louis XIV, with free time to stroll the symmetrical tree-lined gardens. Subject to availability with advance reservations and entrance pre-payments; 50% cancellation fee if cancelled within 24 hours (€73.00)
- Moulin Rouge Cabaret And Dinner - Enjoy dinner and cabaret including wine and champagne at the world-famous Moulin Rouge, the original Paris cabaret immortalized by award-winning film, featuring 60 dancers, entertainers and over 1000 costumes (€165.00)
Landmarks Palace of Versailles 
- Day 17
Paris
Paris- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Ibis Alésia Montparnasse 14éme), Hotel (Ibis Alésia Montparnasse 14ème)
Included Activities
- City sightseeing tour with Travel Director to see the Arc de Triomphe and Champs-Élysées
Optional Activities
- French Culinary Discovery - Explore the Montorgueil neighborhood on a foodie walking tour with knowledgeable guide, sampling the city's finest bread, charcuterie, cheese and pastries while meeting local vendors and artisans. Minimum 10 guests, maximum 20. (€73.00)
- Paris Fashion Tour - Picturesque walking tour of the city's hippest haunts introduced by a chic Parisian Fashion Expert, strolling through the Palais Royal, glass tunnels with typical Parisian shops and textile workshops, and Galerie Vivienne, a 19th-century covered passage full of shops. Minimum 10 guests, maximum 20. (€68.00)
- Montmartre Village And Artists' Square - Explore Montmartre's winding streets, unusual galleries and world famous Artist's Square with Local Specialist, once home to works of Toulouse Lautrec and Picasso. Time to browse, barter for original art and taste local cuisine for a real flavour of Montmartre life (€37.00)
- Montparnasse and Latin Quarter - Take the fastest elevator in Europe to the Panoramic Observation Deck for unbeatable views of the Eiffel Tower and iconic monuments, then stroll through the delightful Latin Quarter, a medieval maze of winding cobblestone alleyways with free time for sidewalk bistros, boutiques and hidden squares (€38.00)
Landmarks Arc de Triomphe Champs-Élysées - Day 18
Paris
Paris
