Itinerary

Day 1 – ROME
Welcome to Rome! Upon arrival, we will be waiting to transfer you to your hotel. Later, our guide will greet you and provide all the necessary informa­tion, which you can also check in the informative panels in the hotel reception area.

In the evening we will arrange a transfer to the Via Cavour area, a great introduction to Rome, where you will find restaurants serving Italian, Indian, Chinese and interna­tional food.

Day 2 – ROME
In the morning, we have a scenic tour, which will be a great introduction to “The Eternal city”. We will visit the tiny state of the Vatican, the epicenter of Christianity in the world. You will be able to visit St. Peter’s Basilica. We include the entrance to the Imperial Forums, an impressive architectural complex formed by monumental buildings and squares, center of the political activity of Imperial Rome.

At the end of the evening we arrange a transfer to Trastevere area for a stroll in the narrow-cobbled streets of the district with hidden treasures, such as some modest medieval churches, small shops with the most peculiar of objects or scenes of daily life. Many trattorias (informal Italian eating establishments) and osterias (inns) imbued with the Italian spirit will be ready to serve you local dishes. Other restaurants serving Indian, Chinese and international food can be found in this area. Return to hotel.

Day 3 – ROME – FLORENCE
Today we will leave Rome, heading north. This route has beautiful landscapes. Arriving in FLORENCE, we head straight to the impressive Piazzale Michelangelo. In the evening, we take a tour with a local expert, walking through the historic center, taking in places such as the Ponte Vecchio, the Duomo, and Plaza della Signoria. This city is truly an outdoor museum. Enjoy some leisure time to explore. In the evening you will have time for dinner, as, in this district you can find many restaurants serving international cuisine.

Day 4 – FLORENCE – VENICE
Today we enjoy stunning mountain landscapes while crossing the Apennine Mountains. We will arrive in VENICE and take the boat and cross the Giudecca to the Island of Venice. With a local guide, we will visit the marvelous St. Mark´s Square. Afterwards we will visit the Murano Glass Factory. It is fascinating to see the technique of how this ancient glass is made. Enjoy some time at leisure to explore. Accommodation in the Mestre district.

Day 5 – VENICE – INNSBRUCK – ZURICH
We will depart Venice and head to Austria. Arrival in INNSBRUCK, time to take a stroll in its historic town center and to have lunch. Next, we will continue our journey through the wonderful Tyrolean sceneries as we cross into Switzerland. Arrival in ZURICH.

Day 6 – ZURICH – LUCERNE – ZURICH
Today´s journey has beautiful landscapes with high mountains and lakes. Breathtaking scenery in the region of Interlaken. We will stop in GRINDELWALD where we will have time for a coffee before taking the cable car up to mountain. We will walk along the winding path which will lead us to the suspended bridge. Dare to walk across the bridge amongst the fantastic scenery enjoying glaciers all around us. We will have lunch up in the mountain (included) before heading back down. We continue to LUCERNE, one of the most beautiful cities in Switzerland. In the evening, we have time to stroll around enjoying the city. Return to ZURICH and free time in the city before going to the hotel.

Note: The guide will offer you the possibility of a full day optional visit, leaving in the morning and, after some free time to discover Lucerne, we take a rotating cable car to reach the top of Mount Titlis. At the alpine summit, at over 3000m above sea level, you will enjoy breathtaking views of the glacier and the Alps.

Day 7 – ZURICH – STRASBOURG – PARIS
We leave Zurich towards the French region of Alsace to visit its capital STRASBOURG, a charming city that combines French and German influences. Time to get to know the city. After that we continue our route towards PARIS, arriving at the end of the day.

Day 8 – PARIS
We come into contact with the history of France in the immense Palace of Versailles (admission not included) with its beautiful gardens. After that, on our way back to Paris, we head to Montmartre, and take a cable car (included) to go up to this bohemian neighborhood known for its painters, artists and cabarets. To contemplate the beauty of the impressive avenues and monuments of Paris, you will have the city tour with a local guide. Return to the hotel. Optionally you can attend the variety show.
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Day 9 – PARIS
We go to the center of Paris, starting by the Eiffel Tower area. You will have the opportunity to go up to the second floor of this remarkable metal monument (ticket included). Then we enjoy a boat cruise along the River Seine, which divides the north of Paris from the south. Enjoy a free afternoon to explore as you choose.

Note: in some cases, the waits to go up the Eiffel Tower are long. Thus, the climb may take place at a different time (or on Sunday), if it is considered convenient for organizational reasons.

Day 10 – PARIS
After breakfast, end of our services.

 TOUR FEATURES

• General Services: Travel by bus with English speaking guide, basic travel insurance, hotel and breakfast buffet.
• On some tours, according to the number of passengers, the service may be provided in bilingual (usually in English and Spanish).
• Includes arrival transfer
• City tour in: ROME, FLORENCE, VENICE, PARIS
• Excursion: Versailles in Paris (entrance not included)
• Boat: to the island of Venice, River Seine in Paris
• Evening transfer: Via Cavour in Rome, Trastevere in Rome
• Transfer: Piazzale Michelangelo in Florence, Montmartre District in Paris, Versailles Palace in Paris (entrance not included)
• Ticket admission: Imperial Forums of Rome, Murano Glass Factory in Venice, 2nd Floor Eiffel Tower in Paris
• Funicular: Cable Car to Grindelwald First, To Montmartre district in Paris
• 1 Lunch Included in: LUCERNE