Itinerary
- Day 1
London to Amsterdam
You'll meet your group in London and head down to the English coast to check out the White Cliffs of Dover. From there it's a ferry crossing to Calais, then you'll travel through Belgium before arriving in Amsterdam. There's an included dinner waiting for you, and after that you'll have time to walk around the city on your own and get your bearings.
- Meals
- Dinner (Amsterdam - Break the ice with your new group over dinner before heading out to explore)
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Holiday Inn Express Amsterdam North Riverside (or similar))
Included Activities
- Visit White Cliffs of Dover
- Ferry crossing to Calais
- Travel through Belgium to Amsterdam
Landmarks White Cliffs of Dover 
- Day 2
Amsterdam
This day is all yours in Amsterdam. You can wander the cobbled streets, pop into local cafes, or visit some of the city's museums. If you want something more organized, there are optional activities like checking out STRAAT museum in the old NDSM shipyard or taking a day trip to the fishing village of Volendam. In the evening, you can sign up for an optional canal cruise with a bar onboard if that sounds good to you.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Ibis Budget Amsterdam City South (or similar)), Hotel (Ibis Schiphol Amsterdam Airport (or similar))
Optional Activities
- Visit STRAAT museum (located in former NDSM shipyard)
- Visit Volendam fishing village with optional dinner
- Iconic Amsterdam canal cruise with onboard bar
- Museum crawl
- Bar hopping
- Explore local cafés for Dutch pancakes, frites, cheese, stroopwafels and coffee
Landmarks STRAAT Museum Volendam 
- Day 3
Amsterdam to Rhine Valley
After lunch you'll leave Amsterdam and head toward Germany's Rhine Valley. The drive takes you past castles perched on hills, vineyards, and rolling valleys. You'll settle into a charming town with that old-world feel, and there's an optional wine-tasting available if you're interested in trying local varieties.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Hotel Montag Sankt Goar (or similar))
Included Activities
- Scenic journey through castles, vineyards and valleys to Rhine Valley
Optional Activities
- Wine-tasting experience in the evening
Landmarks Rhine Valley - Day 4
Rhine Valley to Dinkelsbühl
You'll travel south through Bavaria to Dinkelsbuhl, a medieval town that feels like you've stepped back in time. The streets are lined with half-timbered houses, and there's a vibrant market square to explore. You can walk around at your own pace or check out traditional Bavarian beer halls if you want to experience local culture.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Wyndham Garden Munich Messe (or similar))
Included Activities
- Stop at traditional Bavarian Bier Halle to grab a beer with the group
- Drive along Romantische Straße (Germany's most scenic route)
- Explore medieval cobblestoned streets
- Visit market squares and see half-timbered houses
Optional Activities
- Explore side streets on foot
- Visit beer halls to try stein of beer or pork knuckle
Landmarks Dinkelsbühl 
- Day 5
Dinkelsbühl to Venice
You'll cross the Bavarian Alps and head south into Italy, arriving in Venice. There's an included private boat ride across the lagoon to get you into the city. Spend time walking through hidden lanes and crossing storybook bridges while you take in the unique architecture. Gondola rides and Venetian dinners are available as optional add-ons.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Venice Palace (or similar))
Included Activities
- Cross Bavarian Alps
- Private Motoscafo ride across Venice lagoon
- Explore Venice's hidden lanes and bridges
Optional Activities
- Gondola rides
- Venetian dinners
Landmarks Venice Lagoon 
- Day 6
Venice to Rome
You're leaving Venice and heading to Rome, but there's a stop planned at Casale Polegri vineyard in Baschi first. You'll spend time with the Polegri family touring their vineyards and olive orchards, then sit down to an included lunch with homemade wine while overlooking the Umbrian countryside. Later that evening you'll arrive in Rome and explore the city at night with gelato, pizza, and ancient monuments all around.
- Meals
- Lunch (Authentic Italian lunch at Casale Polegri with bruschetta topped with homemade extra virgin olive oil, focaccia bread with homegrown rosemary and vegetables, risotto or pasta, Polegri's homemade wine, and dessert)
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Pineta Palace Hotel Roma (or similar))
Included Activities
- Visit Casale Polegri vineyard and olive orchard in Baschi
- Included lunch with Polegri family featuring bruschetta with homemade extra virgin olive oil, focaccia with homegrown rosemary, risotto or pasta, homemade wine and dessert
- Explore Rome by night
- View Italian icons and ancient monuments
Landmarks Casale Polegri Baschi 
- Day 7
Rome
Rome is yours to explore today. You might take a guided tour of the Colosseum, throw coins in fountains, sit at a cafe with an espresso and watch Italian life happen around you, or join an optional food tour if you want a local's perspective on the city's food scene.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Pineta Palace Hotel Roma (or similar))
Optional Activities
- Guided tour of the Colosseum
- Optional food tour in Rome
Landmarks Colosseum - Day 8
Rome to Florence
You'll travel to Florence and arrive to see the Duomo Cathedral rising above the skyline. There's a locally guided walking tour included where you'll learn about the city's historic landmarks and get a lesson in leather crafting. An optional dinner in the evening lets you experience the Tuscan food scene if you're interested.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Hotel Auto Park (or similar))
Included Activities
- Locally guided walking tour of Florence
- See Duomo Cathedral, Basilica Santa Croce, Giotto's Bell Tower, the Baptistery and Piazza della Signoria
- Learn the art of leather
Optional Activities
- Optional dinner in the evening
Landmarks Duomo Cathedral Basilica Santa Croce Giotto's Bell Tower Baptistery of Florence Piazza della Signoria - Day 9
Florence to Lucerne
You're crossing from Italy into Switzerland and arriving in Lucerne, surrounded by the Swiss Alps. This is a region known for chocolate, cheese, and watches, so you'll have plenty of time to explore the charming Swiss architecture and take in the mountain views.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Ibis Budget Luzern City (or similar))
Included Activities
- Travel through Swiss Alps to Lucerne
Landmarks Swiss Alps - Day 10
Lucerne to Paris
After leaving Lucerne you'll cross into France and head to Paris, arriving in the evening. You'll walk across lamp-lit bridges with the Eiffel Tower sparkling in the distance. Your Trip Manager will take you on a tour of the city's hidden gems, and there's an included visit to the Montparnasse Tower where you'll get incredible views of the city.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Ibis Paris Porte D'Orleans Hotel (or similar))
Included Activities
- Coach transfer from Lucerne to Paris
- Climb to 56th floor of Montparnasse Tower for views of Paris
- Trip Manager guided tour of city's secrets
Landmarks Eiffel Tower Montparnasse Tower - Day 11
Paris
Paris is open for you to explore on your own. You can stroll through charming streets, see Notre Dame Cathedral, grab coffee and crepes at a local spot, and visit the Louvre if art interests you. For your last night, there's an optional cabaret show with dinner available if you want to end things in style.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Ibis Paris Porte D'Orleans Hotel (or similar))
Included Activities
- Explore Paris landmarks including Eiffel Tower, Arc de Triomphe, Louvre, Champs-Élysées and Notre-Dame Cathedral
- Learn the art of fragrance at a Parisian perfume house
Optional Activities
- Optional iconic cabaret show and dinner in the evening
Landmarks Eiffel Tower Arc de Triomphe Louvre Champs-Élysées Notre-Dame Cathedral - Day 12
Paris to London
Enjoy your final morning with coffee and a croissant, thinking back on everything you've seen and the new friends you've made. You'll get a complimentary coach transfer to CDG airport, or if you prefer, you can ride back to London to wrap up this 12-day tour.
Included Activities
- Complimentary coach transfer to CDG airport or return coach to London
