Itinerary
- Day 1
Amsterdam
You'll arrive in Amsterdam with the day to yourself. Walk around the city, rent a bike, or hop on a tram and see what catches your eye. Later this evening, you'll meet your Travel Director and the group before boarding a glass-topped canal boat. There's a Welcome Reception with light dinner and a drink as you cruise past those old gabled buildings along the water.
- Meals
- Dinner (Light dinner during Welcome Reception canal cruise)
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Mercure City)
Included Activities
- Welcome Reception canal cruise with light dinner and drink
Optional Activities
- Explore Amsterdam on foot
- Explore Amsterdam by bike
- Explore Amsterdam by tram
Landmarks Amsterdam Canals 
- Day 2
Amsterdam to Cologne - Rhine Valley
Heading east into Germany now, you'll reach Cologne and see the famous twin spires of the Cathedral. After that, you'll take a scenic cruise down the Rhine River, spotting medieval villages and castles perched on the hillsides. Dinner is at your hotel in the Rhine Valley, so you'll have the evening to settle in.
- Meals
- Dinner (Dinner at your hotel)
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Maritim Darmstadt)
Included Activities
- View Cologne Cathedral
- Cruise along the Rhine River
Landmarks Cologne Cathedral Rhine River Lorelei Rock 
- Day 3
Cologne to Colmar to Engelberg
You're driving through Heidelberg this morning and stopping to check out the castle ruins. From there, you'll continue to Colmar, a medieval town where you'll have an orientation walk and time for lunch on your own. The route takes you through Alsatian vineyards before arriving in Engelberg, a mountain retreat. Your evening is free to wander around.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Schweizerhof)
Included Activities
- View Heidelberg Castle ruins
- Orientation stroll in Colmar
Optional Activities
- Lunch in Colmar
Landmarks Heidelberg Castle Colmar Alsace Vineyards 
- Day 4
Engelberg to Lucerne
Today is all about Lucerne. You'll visit the Lion Monument, then walk across the Chapel Bridge with its 17th-century paintings and flower displays. The rest of the day is yours. If you want, there's an optional mountain trip for views of the Alps, and you'll head back to Engelberg after.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Schweizerhof)
Included Activities
- Visit Lion Monument
- View Chapel Bridge
Optional Activities
- Climb one of the nearby peaks for panoramic views
Landmarks Lion Monument Chapel Bridge Lucerne 
- Day 5
Engelberg to Vaduz to Innsbruck
You're traveling through alpine scenery to Liechtenstein, stopping in Vaduz. From there, you'll cross into Austria along the scenic Arlberg route through the Tyrol. Lunch happens at a local farm, then you'll reach Innsbruck. Time to see the Old Town, check out the Golden Roof, and browse the Swarovski Crystal Worlds Store.
- Meals
- Lunch (Traditional Tyrolean lunch at local farm (Be My Guest experience))
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Grauer Bär)
Included Activities
- Stop in Vaduz
- Connect With Locals lunch at Be My Guest experience
- Visit Golden Roof in Innsbruck Old Town
- Browse Swarovski Crystal Worlds Store
Landmarks Vaduz Brenner Pass Golden Roof Swarovski Crystal Worlds - Day 6
Innsbruck to Venice
You'll cross the Europa Bridge high above the Wipp Valley, then head through the Brenner Pass into Italy. Venice is waiting, and you'll have the evening free. Take a gondola ride through the canals, order a Campari spritz in a quiet square, or just watch the sunset over the Grand Canal.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Albergo Quattro Fontane Lido), Hotel (Biasutti, Hampton by Hilton , Indigo - Sant'Elena, Albergo Quattro Fontane Lido)
Included Activities
- Cross Europa Bridge
- Journey through Brenner Pass
Optional Activities
- Gondola ride through city's canals
- Enjoy Campari spritz in a quiet piazza
- Watch sunset over Grand Canal
Landmarks Europa Bridge Brenner Pass Grand Canal - Day 7
Venice
This morning you're seeing traditional Venetian glassmaking from master craftsmen who use techniques passed down for generations. After that, a private launch takes you to St. Mark's Square where you'll learn about the city's history and see the Doge's Palace and Bridge of Sighs. The afternoon is yours to explore however you like, whether that's finding hidden bars, taking a lagoon cruise, or shopping.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Albergo Quattro Fontane Lido), Hotel (Biasutti, Hampton by Hilton , Indigo - Sant'Elena, Albergo Quattro Fontane Lido)
Included Activities
- Visit Venetian glassblowing factory (MAKE TRAVEL MATTER Experience)
- Private launch journey to St. Mark's Square
- View Doge's Palace
- View Bridge of Sighs
Optional Activities
- Explore hidden bacaro bars
- Cruise around the lagoon
- Shop along Le Mercerie
Landmarks Venetian Glassblowing Factory St. Mark's Square Doge's Palace Bridge of Sighs - Day 8
Venice to Rome
You're traveling through rolling hills across Tuscany and Umbria on your way to Rome, where you'll stay for two nights. This evening is for relaxing and soaking in la dolce vita. Grab an espresso in Piazza Navona, sit on the Spanish Steps, or find a gelato spot and watch the city go by.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Midas Palace)
Optional Activities
- Relax with espresso in Piazza Navona
- Sit on Spanish Steps
- Savour gelato
Landmarks Tuscany Umbria Piazza Navona Spanish Steps - Day 9
Rome
A Local Specialist takes you through Ancient Rome today. You'll see the Colosseum and get views of Circus Maximus, then cross the Tiber River to discover other iconic sites. The rest of the day is yours to explore the sights and sounds of Rome at your own pace.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Midas Palace)
Included Activities
- Sightseeing tour with Local Specialist
- View Colosseum
- View Circus Maximus
Landmarks Colosseum Circus Maximus Tiber River - Day 10
Rome to Capri to Sorrento
You're driving through Frascati's vineyards into the Campania region, then crossing the Bay of Naples to reach Capri. A funicular takes you up to Capri Town where your Local Specialist leads a walking tour. Later, you'll take a cruise to Sorrento for the night.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Johanna Park)
Included Activities
- Drive through Frascati vineyards
- Cross Bay of Naples to Capri
- Funicular ascent to Capri Town
- Walking tour of Capri with Local Specialist
- Cruise to Sorrento
Landmarks Frascati Vineyards Bay of Naples Capri Sorrento 
- Day 11
Sorrento to Pompeii to Florence
Continuing through Campania, a Local Specialist will tell you about Pompeii, the city that was frozen in time when Mount Vesuvius erupted. You'll also see the historic hilltop Abbey of Monte Cassino. Then it's north through Tuscan and Umbrian landscapes before you reach Florence.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (FH55 Grand Hotel Mediterraneo)
Included Activities
- Walking tour of Pompeii with Local Specialist
- View Abbey of Monte Cassino
Landmarks Pompeii Mount Vesuvius Abbey of Monte Cassino Tuscany Umbria 
- Day 12
Florence
You're in Florence, the Cradle of the Renaissance. Your Local Specialist will walk you through and show you the marble Duomo, bell tower, and baptistery with its famous Gates of Paradise. You'll see Piazza della Signoria, the city's political center, and watch a leathercraft demonstration near Santa Croce.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (FH55 Grand Hotel Mediterraneo)
Included Activities
- Walking tour with Local Specialist
- View Duomo
- View Chapel Bell Tower
- View Baptistery
- Visit Piazza della Signoria
- View Ghiberti's Gates of Paradise
- Florentine leathercraft demonstration
Landmarks Duomo Campanile (Bell Tower) Baptistery Piazza della Signoria Santa Croce Basilica - Day 13
Florence to Pisa to Monaco to French Riviera
You're heading to Pisa first to see Piazza dei Miracoli with the Baptistery, Cathedral, and the famous Leaning Tower. Then you'll leave Italy and head to Monaco to view the Royal Palace. By evening, you'll be on the French Riviera.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Novotel Aéroport Cap 3000)
Included Activities
- Visit Piazza dei Miracoli in Pisa
- View Baptistery
- View Cathedral
- View Leaning Tower of Pisa
- View Monaco Royal Palace
Landmarks Piazza dei Miracoli Leaning Tower of Pisa Pisa Cathedral Pisa Baptistery Monaco Royal Palace - Day 14
Saint-Paul-de-Vence
Today takes you to Saint-Paul-de-Vence, a medieval hilltop town where famous French actors and artists have lived for centuries. The afternoon is free, or you can choose an optional experience to see coastal views and visit the historic Fragonard perfumery to learn how French fragrances are made.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Novotel Aéroport Cap 3000)
Optional Activities
- Visit Fragonard perfumery
- Taste regional specialities at a local restaurant
- View spectacular coastline views
Landmarks Saint-Paul-de-Vence Fragonard Perfumery - Day 15
Saint-Paul-de-Vence to Avignon to Lyon
You're visiting Avignon, the papal city from medieval times. See the Palais des Papes, the Cathedral, and Pont d'Avignon, which is a UNESCO site. Then you'll travel to Lyon, a historically important city that lights up beautifully at night. Take time to walk the streets and see the illuminated beauty.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Mercure Centre Saxe Lafayette)
Included Activities
- Visit Palais des Papes
- View Cathedral
- View Pont d'Avignon
- Explore Avignon's medieval narrow streets
- Tour panoramic views of Lyon from Fourvière Hill
- Explore Lyon's cobblestone streets
Landmarks Palais des Papes Pont d'Avignon Avignon Cathedral Lyon Fourvière Hill 
- Day 16
Lyon to Paris
Driving north past Burgundy's sun-filled vineyards, you'll reach Paris. Your Local Specialist will guide you through the iconic sights: the Eiffel Tower, Champs-Élysées, and the bridges over the Seine. You'll stroll through the bohemian Latin Quarter, then have dinner with your group. There's also an optional river cruise if you want to see the City of Light from the water.
- Meals
- Dinner (Dinner with fellow travellers)
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Evergreen Laurel), Hotel (Occidental Levallois)
Included Activities
- Guided tour with Local Specialist
- View Eiffel Tower
- View Champs-Élysées
- View elegant bridges across Seine
- Stroll through Latin Quarter
- Dinner with fellow travellers
Optional Activities
- River Seine cruise
Landmarks Burgundy Vineyards Eiffel Tower Champs-Élysées Seine River Latin Quarter - Day 17
Paris
Your morning is free, so you can take it easy. Stroll the Champs-Élysées and people-watch from a café, or consider an optional trip to the Palace of Versailles to see all its opulence and grandeur.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Evergreen Laurel), Hotel (Occidental Levallois)
Optional Activities
- Stroll along Champs-Élysées
- People-watch from local café
- Visit Palace of Versailles
Landmarks Champs-Élysées Palace of Versailles - Day 18
Paris
You're saying goodbye to your fellow travelers and Travel Director today, wrapping up your 18-day journey through Europe.
