Itinerary
- Day 1
London to Paris
You'll start your European journey in London before heading to the White Cliffs of Dover to see those iconic chalk formations along the English coast. After that, you'll take the ferry across the English Channel to Calais. From there, you'll explore World War I sites in the Valley of the Somme, and by evening you'll arrive in Paris for a nighttime city tour to get your bearings.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Jo&Joe Gentilly (or similar))
Included Activities
- Viewing of White Cliffs of Dover
- Valley of the Somme World War I battlefields tour
- Paris night-time city tour
Landmarks White Cliffs of Dover Valley of the Somme 
- Day 2
Paris
This day focuses on Paris itself. You'll shop for haute couture in the morning, then stop by Notre Dame Cathedral for photos and enjoy coffee and crepes at a local spot. Later you'll spend time at the Louvre looking at artwork from famous painters. By evening, you'll have dinner and catch a cabaret show to experience the city's nightlife.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Jo&Joe Gentilly (or similar))
Included Activities
- Louvre museum visit
Optional Activities
- Haute couture shopping
- Notre Dame Cathedral visit
- Dinner and cabaret show
Landmarks Notre Dame Cathedral Louvre - Day 3
Paris to Bordeaux
You'll leave Paris and travel to Bordeaux, a city known for its wine production along the riverside. Once there, you can walk through the Miroir d'eau and take in the scenic area. There's an optional wine tasting available if you want to sample local varieties while strolling around.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Ibis Budget Bordeaux Centre Meriadeck (or similar))
Optional Activities
- Wine tasting tour with scenic stroll
Landmarks Miroir d'eau 
- Day 4
Bordeaux to San Sebastian
From Bordeaux, you'll travel toward the Spanish border and arrive in San Sebastian, a coastal town straddling France and Spain. You'll have time to check out the town, and there's an optional pintxos food tour available where you can try small plates and experience local food culture.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Koisi Hostel (or similar))
Optional Activities
- Pintxos tour
Landmarks San Sebastian - Day 5
San Sebastian
This day is dedicated to exploring San Sebastian's different neighborhoods like Parte Vieja, Playa de la Concha, and Centro Romántico. You'll walk through cobblestone streets and take in the coastal views. An included dinner is part of tonight's plans.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Koisi Hostel (or similar))
Included Activities
- Exploration of Parte Vieja
- Exploration of Playa de la Concha
- Exploration of Centro Romántico
- Dinner
Landmarks Parte Vieja Playa de la Concha Centro Romántico - Day 6
San Sebastian to Barcelona
You'll head to Barcelona on the Mediterranean coast. After arriving, you'll visit the Sagrada Familia, then explore the Gothic Quarter to see its unique architecture and feel the energy of the streets. If you're interested, there's an optional flamenco show in the evening to enjoy.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Generator Barcelona (or similar))
Included Activities
- Sagrada Familia visit
Optional Activities
- Gothic Quarter exploration
- Flamenco show
Landmarks Sagrada Familia - Day 7
Barcelona
You'll spend the full day in Barcelona checking out Parc Güell, relaxing at the beach, and wandering through backstreets to try tapas and paella. There's an optional cooking experience where you can prepare a meal and eat what you've made, or you can just explore on your own.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Generator Barcelona (or similar))
Included Activities
- Parc Güell visit
- Beach time
- Tapas and paella exploration
Optional Activities
- MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® cooking experience with dinner
Landmarks Parc Güell - Day 8
Barcelona to French Riviera
You'll travel along the French Riviera today, seeing the blue water and glamorous coastal towns. An included dinner happens this evening, and you'll have the rest of the night free to explore the area at your own pace.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Beach Hostel (or similar))
Included Activities
- French Riviera scenic drive
- Dinner
- Day 9
French Riviera to Monaco
There's an optional morning bike ride along the coast if you want to get active, or you can sleep in. Later you'll explore the Riviera's food scene, trying lavender honey, aioli, and rosé wine. You'll visit Monaco, see the Monte Carlo Casino and Royal Palace, then return to where you're staying.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Beach Hostel (or similar))
Optional Activities
- Coastal bike ride
- Regional cuisine exploration (lavender honey, aioli, rosé wine)
- Monte Carlo Casino visit
- Royal Palace visit
Landmarks Monte Carlo Casino Royal Palace - Day 10
Monaco to Cinque Terre to Pisa
You'll travel to Cinque Terre, a UNESCO World Heritage area with five fishing villages on dramatic cliffs. You'll get a rail pass to move between villages and can choose to hike, do a food crawl, or sample local wine. By evening you'll head to Pisa for the night.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (B&B Hotel (or similar))
Included Activities
- Cinque Terre exploration with rail pass
Optional Activities
- Hiking
- Food crawl
- Wine tasting
Landmarks Cinque Terre National Park 
- Day 11
Pisa to Florence
Starting in Pisa, you'll get the classic photo at the Leaning Tower and browse the city's markets with gelato in hand. Then you'll travel to Florence where you'll see artwork by Michelangelo and other masters, plus watch a leather demonstration. An optional Tuscan dinner with wine and antipasti is available in the evening.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (A&O Florence (or similar))
Included Activities
- Leaning Tower of Pisa visit
- Pisa markets exploration
- Leather art demonstration
Optional Activities
- Free Time Add-On Tuscan dinner with antipasti and wine
Landmarks Leaning Tower of Pisa 
- Day 12
Florence to Sorrento
You'll leave Florence and head south through Italy's boot to Sorrento, a coastal town perfect for relaxing by the sea. You can watch the sunset, and there's optional access to a local family mozzarella farm where you'll try fresh mozzarella, olive oil, and limoncello.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Sisters Hostel (or similar))
Optional Activities
- La Sorgente mozzarella farm visit with authentic Italian meal
Landmarks La Sorgente - Day 13
Sorrento to Capri
You'll take a day trip to the island of Capri, known for its rocky coastline and upscale cafes. There's an optional coastal cruise with swimming stops if you want to get on the water. Back in Sorrento, you can walk along the cliffs and explore the historic center while trying local gnocchi.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Sisters Hostel (or similar))
Optional Activities
- Capri cruise with swim stops and coastal views
- Plunging cliffs stroll
- Historical center exploration
- Local gnocchi tasting
Landmarks Capri - Day 14
Sorrento to Rome
This morning you'll see the Amalfi Coast's scenic views before stopping at ancient Pompeii for a guided walk through the Roman ruins. You'll pass the volcanic landscape around Mt. Vesuvius on your way to Rome, where you'll arrive and start exploring the cobblestoned streets and famous landmarks.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Generator Rome (or similar))
Included Activities
- Amalfi Coast scenic viewing
- Pompeii guided walking tour
- Mt. Vesuvius viewing
- Rome famous sights exploration
Landmarks Amalfi Coast Pompeii Mt. Vesuvius 
- Day 15
Rome
You'll wake early to get the most out of Rome. The day focuses on Roman architecture and seeing the Colosseum in person. Your afternoon is free to rest or keep exploring. There's an optional pasta cooking class with dinner and gelato in the evening if you want to learn some cooking skills.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Generator Rome (or similar))
Included Activities
- Colosseum visit
Optional Activities
- Pasta cooking class with dinner
- Gelato tasting
Landmarks Colosseum - Day 16
Rome Departure
Your European adventure wraps up today. After breakfast, you'll say goodbye to your group and make plans to connect outside of Rome, taking with you memories and connections from your trip.
- Meals
- Breakfast
