Itinerary
- Day 1
London
You'll arrive in London with the whole day ahead of you. Wander the streets at your own pace, catch a red bus to different neighborhoods, or head to some of the royal palaces and museums. Lunch is flexible—grab fish and chips from a traditional spot, try chicken tikka, or pick whatever sounds good. It's your day to settle in and get a feel for the city.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Lincoln Plaza Curio Collection By Hilton)
Optional Activities
- Explore London on foot
- Hop on London red bus tour
- Visit royal palaces
- Visit museums
- Stroll along high street shopping areas
- Dine at various restaurants
- Day 2
London
Another full day in London is yours to plan however you'd like. You could spend time in museums, catch a West End show if that interests you, or hop on the Tube to see various sights around the city. Walking through different neighborhoods works too—you'll stumble across things that catch your eye and make the day your own.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Lincoln Plaza Curio Collection By Hilton)
Optional Activities
- Visit museums
- Watch West End show
- Use London Underground (Tube) to explore city
- Sightseeing at London's iconic landmarks
- Day 3
London to Paris
This morning you'll meet your Travel Director and the rest of the group. From there, you'll head south through the Kent countryside toward Dover. After boarding the ferry to Calais, you'll continue on to Paris. Once you arrive, you have free time to walk around and get oriented. There's an optional Seine cruise available in the evening if you want it.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Mercure Paris Porte d'Orleans)
Included Activities
- Coach journey through Kent countryside
- Ferry crossing from Dover to Calais
- View the White Cliffs of Dover
- Arrive in Paris with free time to explore
Optional Activities
- Seine river cruise
- Explore Paris on own
Landmarks White Cliffs of Dover 
- Day 4
Paris
Your Travel Director leads a full day exploring Paris. You'll take a panoramic drive past the Champs-Élysées, the Arc de Triomphe, and see the Eiffel Tower. By afternoon, you'll have time on your own to do what appeals to you—relax in a park with some cheese and wine, walk through Montmartre's cobbled streets, or just explore different areas. An optional cabaret show happens in the evening.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Mercure Paris Porte d'Orleans)
Included Activities
- Panoramic drive past Champs-Élysées
- View Arc de Triomphe
- View Eiffel Tower
- Afternoon free in Paris
Optional Activities
- Guided tour of Montmartre with Local Specialist
- Cabaret show
Landmarks Champs-Élysées Arc de Triomphe Eiffel Tower Montmartre - Day 5
Paris to Lucerne
Leaving Paris, you'll travel through Burgundy's wine region, passing through vineyards and valleys on your way to Lucerne. After arriving, there's an orientation walk where you'll see the 14th-century Chapel Bridge and the Lion Monument. You'll have time to shop for Swiss souvenirs or cross that photogenic bridge before heading to check in at your hotel.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Ibis Kriens)
Included Activities
- Coach journey through Burgundy region
- Orientation of Lucerne
- View Chapel Bridge
- Visit Lion Monument
Optional Activities
- Shop for Swiss souvenirs
- Stroll across Chapel Bridge
Landmarks Chapel Bridge Lion Monument 
- Day 6
Lucerne to Venice
You'll travel through the Gotthard Tunnel into Italy, heading toward Venice. The Italian lakes pass by with scenic views the whole way. When you arrive in Venice, you'll take a gondola ride through the canals—one of those experiences that really shows you what makes the city special. The Winged Lion of St. Mark presides over the square as you settle in.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (LH Sirio Venice)
Included Activities
- Coach journey through Gotthard Tunnel
- Journey through Italian lakes region
- Arrive in Venice
Optional Activities
- Gondola ride through Venice canals
Landmarks St. Mark's Square Winged Lion of St. Mark 
- Day 7
Venice
Start early with a private launch cruise to St. Mark's Square. You'll see St. Mark's Basilica, the Doge's Palace, and Piazza San Marco, which Napoleon himself called 'the drawing room of Europe.' After that, you'll visit a traditional glassblowing workshop to watch artisans at work. In the afternoon, you can take an optional trip to Burano with its colorful buildings, or wander Venice on your own.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Starhotels Vespucci)
Included Activities
- Private launch cruise to St. Mark's Square
- View St. Mark's Basilica
- View Doge's Palace
- View Piazza San Marco
- Visit traditional glassblowing workshop
Optional Activities
- Visit Burano with optional meal and drinks
- Explore Venice on own
Landmarks St. Mark's Square St. Mark's Basilica Doge's Palace Piazza San Marco Burano 
- Day 8
Venice to Florence
You'll travel to Florence to see how the city's art and architecture shaped the modern world. An orientation walk takes you through works left by the Medici family and famous artists like Da Vinci and Michelangelo. After that, free time lets you shop for souvenirs, check out the city's gold and leathercraft, or just explore before heading to Rome later.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Ergife Palace)
Included Activities
- Coach journey to Florence
- Orientation walk of Florence
- View Medici dynasty treasures
- View works by Da Vinci and Michelangelo
- Coach journey to Rome
Optional Activities
- Shop for souvenirs
- Browse gold and leathercraft shops
Landmarks Piazza della Signoria - Day 9
Rome
A Local Guide leads you through Rome, starting in Vatican City and then moving into Ancient Rome. You'll see the major sights of the 'Eternal City' and have time to wander on your own afterward. If you're interested, there's an optional dinner experience in the evening where you can try authentic Italian food and flavors.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Ergife Palace)
Included Activities
- Sightseeing tour of Vatican City
- Sightseeing tour of Ancient Rome
- View ancient sites
Optional Activities
- Light-hearted evening dining experience with authentic Italian cuisine
Landmarks Vatican City Ancient Rome - Day 10
Rome
Your journey from London to Rome concludes as you say goodbye to the friends you've made along the way. You'll depart with memories from this European adventure—the cities, the experiences, and the people you met during the trip.
- Meals
- Breakfast
