Itinerary
- Day 1
Rome
You'll arrive in Rome and get transferred to your hotel where your guide gives you the rundown on what's ahead. Once you're settled, head out to Via Cavour in the evening to check out the dining scene there, with plenty of Italian and international restaurants to choose from.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Ergife), Hotel (Ibis Styles Roma Aurelia)
Optional Activities
- The Baroque Rome tour - 2.5 hour walking and bus tour of baroque squares and fountains including Plaza de España, Fontana di Trevi, Pantheon, and Piazza Navona (40 EUR)
- Day 2
Rome
This morning starts with a three-hour guided tour that combines walking through Imperial Rome with a bus ride for views. You'll see the Arch of Constantine, Colosseum from outside, Imperial Forums, and other key landmarks before wrapping up at Vatican City around 11:00 a.m. If you're interested, the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel are available to visit on your own. Later in the evening, you'll transfer to Trastevere for dinner and head back to the hotel around 8:30 p.m.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Ergife), Hotel (Ibis Styles Roma Aurelia)
Included Activities
- Three-hour guided tour of Rome including walking tour through Imperial Rome and panoramic bus ride
- Visit to Arch of Constantine, Colosseum exterior, Imperial Forums, Circus Maximus, Baths of Caracalla, Basilica of Saint Mary Major, Pyramid of Cestius, and Castel Sant'Angelo
Optional Activities
- Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel guided tour - 3 hours with expert guide, priority lane entrance, audio devices (70 EUR) - advance purchase recommended due to high demand
Landmarks Arch of Constantine Colosseum Imperial Forums Circus Maximus Baths of Caracalla Basilica of Saint Mary Major Pyramid of Cestius Castel Sant'Angelo Vatican City 
- Day 3
Rome to Florence
You'll head north out of Rome through nice scenery and arrive in Florence. First stop is Piazzale Michelangelo where you can take in the panoramic views of the city. Then walk with a local guide toward the historic center, hitting Ponte Vecchio, the Duomo, and Piazza della Signoria. After that, you'll have free time to walk around on your own before finding a local restaurant for dinner.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Nilhotel), Hotel (Raffaello), Hotel (Novotel Firenze Nord)
Included Activities
- Visit to Piazzale Michelangelo
- Guided walking tour of Florence historic center visiting Ponte Vecchio, the Duomo, and Piazza della Signoria
Landmarks Piazzale Michelangelo Ponte Vecchio Florence Cathedral (Duomo) Piazza della Signoria 
- Day 4
Florence to Venice
You'll cross the Apennines and enjoy the mountain landscapes along the way. Once you reach Venice, take a boat across the Giudecca Canal to get to the Island of Venice itself. With a local guide, visit St. Mark's Square and tour the Murano Glass Factory to see how they make glass using traditional methods. Before heading to your accommodation in Mestre, you'll have free time to explore the city on your own.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Novotel Mestre Castellana), Hotel (Delfino), Hotel (Sirio), Hotel (Smart Holiday)
Included Activities
- Boat transfer across Giudecca Canal to Island of Venice
- Guided visit to St. Mark's Square with local guide
- Tour of Murano Glass Factory with glass-making demonstration
Optional Activities
- Gondola ride along the Canals of Venice - 20 minutes in shared gondola (up to 5 persons) with gondolier and musicians (40 EUR)
Landmarks St. Mark's Square Murano Glass Factory Giudecca Canal 
- Day 5
Venice to Innsbruck to Zurich
After leaving Venice, you'll head toward Austria. When you get to Innsbruck, explore the historic town center and grab lunch. From there, you'll travel through the beautiful Tyrolean landscapes as you cross into Switzerland, arriving in Zurich by evening.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Harrys Home Schweiz), Hotel (Intercity Zurich Airport), Hotel (Movenpick Airport), Hotel (Harrys Home Wallisellen)
Included Activities
- Time to explore historic Innsbruck town center
Landmarks Innsbruck 
- Day 6
Zurich - Grindelwald - Lucerne - Zurich
You're heading to the Interlaken region to see the Alpine scenery. Stop in Grindelwald for coffee, then take a cable car up the mountain and walk along a winding path to reach a suspended bridge where you can see the glacier. Lunch on the mountain is included. Later, you'll travel to Lucerne where you'll have free time to check out the city before returning to Zurich.
- Meals
- Lunch (Lunch on the mountain in Grindelwald area)
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Harrys Home Schweiz), Hotel (Intercity Zurich Airport), Hotel (Movenpick Airport), Hotel (Harrys Home Wallisellen)
Included Activities
- Cable car ride to Grindelwald First
- Walk on winding mountain path to suspended bridge
- Lunch on the mountain
- Time to explore Lucerne
Optional Activities
- Full-day Mount Titlis excursion - scenic coach journey to Lucerne, Titlis Xpress aerial cable car, Rotair revolving cable car, Glacier Cave, Europe's highest suspension bridge (Cliff Walk), Ice Flyer chair lift, and snow tubing (180 EUR) - must be purchased in advance, cannot be purchased from guide at destination, minimum 15 people required
Landmarks Grindelwald Lucerne Mount Titlis 
- Day 7
Zurich to Strasbourg to Paris
Leave Zurich and travel to the Alsace region in France. You'll stop in Strasbourg, a charming city that blends French and German influences, with time to explore around. Then continue on to Paris, arriving in the evening.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Courtyard Marriot Paris St Denis), Hotel (Mercure Paris Porte De Versailles Expo), Hotel (Mercure Ivry Quai De Seine), Hotel (Mercure Paris La Defense 5)
Included Activities
- Time to explore Strasbourg
Landmarks Strasbourg 
- Day 8
Paris
Spend the day exploring French history and culture. Visit the Palace of Versailles (note that admission isn't included), then head to Montmartre, the neighborhood known for artists and cabarets. A local guide will take you on a panoramic tour showing you the major avenues and notable landmarks around the city. You'll return to your hotel for the evening.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Courtyard Marriot Paris St Denis), Hotel (Mercure Paris Porte De Versailles Expo), Hotel (Mercure Ivry Quai De Seine), Hotel (Mercure Paris La Defense 5)
Included Activities
- Panoramic city tour of Paris with local guide showcasing avenues and monuments
- Visit to Montmartre neighborhood
Optional Activities
- Palace of Versailles visit - admission not included
- Paris by night panoramic tour - 3 hours with expert guide including Arc de Triomphe, Alexander III Bridge, Opera House, Eiffel Tower, Champs-Élysées, Notre-Dame Cathedral, and Louvre (40 EUR) - depends on arrival time and sunset schedule, must be purchased from tour leader
- Moulin Rouge show at 9:00 p.m. - 2 hours with champagne and cabaret performance (160 EUR) - advance purchase recommended, not available for children under 6, minimum 15 people required
- Moulin Rouge show at 9:00 p.m. - 2 hours with champagne and cabaret performance (170 EUR) - advance purchase recommended, not available for children under 6, minimum 20 people required
Landmarks Palace of Versailles Montmartre Arc de Triomphe Alexander III Bridge Opera House Eiffel Tower Champs-Élysées Notre-Dame Cathedral Louvre Moulin Rouge 
- Day 9
Paris to Rouen
Start in central Paris with a visit to the Eiffel Tower. Your tickets get you up to the second floor (included in the tour). After that, take a relaxing boat cruise along the Seine. The afternoon is yours to explore Paris however you like. Around 4:00 p.m., depart for Normandy and arrive in Rouen. Spend the evening looking around this historic city and checking out the medieval architecture and impressive Gothic cathedral.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Kyriad Rouen Centre), Hotel (Ibis Rouen Center Champs De Mars), Hotel (Bb Rouen Centre Rive Gauche), Hotel (Holiday Inn Express Rouen), Hotel (Holiday Inn Rouen Centre)
Included Activities
- Visit to Eiffel Tower with access to second floor
- Boat cruise along the Seine
- Time to explore Paris at own pace
- Time to explore Rouen historic center
Landmarks Eiffel Tower Seine River Rouen Cathedral 
- Day 10
Rouen to Canterbury to London
After some time strolling through Rouen's center, you'll travel to northern France and cross the English Channel by ferry to reach Canterbury, England's religious capital with its charming historic center. Continue on to London with free time near Tower Bridge before heading to the hotel.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Holiday Inn Express London Wimbledon South), Hotel (Ibis London Excel Docklands), Hotel (Novotel London Wembley), Hotel (Novotel London Brentford), Hotel (Ibis London Wembley)
Included Activities
- Time to explore Rouen center
- Ferry crossing of English Channel
- Time to explore Canterbury historic center
- Time to explore Tower Bridge area in London
Landmarks Canterbury Tower Bridge 
- Day 11
London
Take a panoramic tour of London with a local guide who'll show you the city's culture and history. You'll see Parliament, the River Thames, and Buckingham Palace where you might catch the Changing of the Guard (depending on when your tour is). Meet in Piccadilly in the evening to walk through Leicester Square, Chinatown, and Soho, areas filled with theaters and entertainment options. Pick one of the many restaurants for dinner before heading back to the hotel.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Holiday Inn Express London Wimbledon South), Hotel (Ibis London Excel Docklands), Hotel (Novotel London Wembley), Hotel (Novotel London Brentford), Hotel (Ibis London Wembley)
Included Activities
- Panoramic city tour of London with local guide
- View Parliament
- View River Thames
- View Buckingham Palace
- Evening stroll through Leicester Square, Chinatown, and Soho neighborhoods
Optional Activities
- Changing of the Guard ceremony at Buckingham Palace (dependent on dates)
Landmarks Parliament River Thames Buckingham Palace Leicester Square Chinatown Soho 
- Day 12
London
After breakfast, visit the British Museum, one of the world's oldest museums with artifacts from cultures across the globe. Around lunchtime, head to Camden Market, famous for its vibrant and eclectic shops with items from various cultures. Spend the afternoon exploring at your own pace. This is your final day of the tour, so check your flight time in case you need to book an additional night.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Breakfast buffet)
Included Activities
- Visit to British Museum
- Transfer to Camden Market
- Time to explore Camden Market
Optional Activities
- Thames Valley and Windsor Town excursion - 6 hours including coach transport through Thames Valley, visit to historic Windsor town with Tudor, Georgian and Victorian architecture, exterior view of Windsor Castle (favorite residence of Elizabeth II), and Eton School (35 EUR) - minimum 15 people required
Landmarks British Museum Camden Market Windsor Castle Eton School 
