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GRAND EUROPEAN ADVENTURE – ROME TO PARIS
Duration: 10 Days
Route: Rome, Florence, Venice, Swiss Alps, Strasbourg and Paris
Overview:
Experience some of Europe's most iconic destinations on this unforgettable journey from Rome to Paris. Travel through Italy's cultural heart, admire the spectacular landscapes of Switzerland and discover the elegance of Paris. Along the way, enjoy guided sightseeing, scenic cruises, alpine adventures and visits to world-famous landmarks.
Your tour includes:
- Hotel accommodation throughout
- Daily buffet breakfast
- 1 included lunch in Lucerne
- Arrival transfer
- Travel by coach with English-speaking guides
- Guided city tours in Rome, Florence, Venice and Paris
- Boat transfers and scenic cruises as specified
- Selected sightseeing and admissions
Italy Highlights:
Rome
- Discover the highlights of Imperial Rome
- Evening visits to Via Cavour and Trastevere
- Guided city sightseeing
Florence
- Guided city tour
- Visit Piazzale Michelangelo for panoramic views
- Explore the birthplace of the Renaissance
Venice
- Guided city tour
- Visit St Mark's Square
- Boat transfer to Venice Island
- Murano Glass Factory visit
Switzerland Highlights:
- Enjoy spectacular Swiss alpine scenery
- Cable Car journey to Grindelwald First
- Lunch included in Lucerne
- Experience the beauty of the Swiss mountains and lakes
France Highlights:
Strasbourg
- Explore this charming city blending French and German influences
Paris
- Guided city tour
- Visit the artistic district of Montmartre
- Excursion to Versailles
- River Seine boat cruise
- Entry to the 2nd Floor of the Eiffel Tower
- Free time to explore the French capital
Included Experiences:
- Guided touring in Rome, Florence, Venice and Paris
- Boat journey to Venice Island
- River Seine cruise
- Cable Car to Grindelwald First
- Murano Glass Factory visit
- Eiffel Tower 2nd Floor admission
- Versailles excursion (palace entry not included)
Why You'll Love This Journey:
- Experience three incredible countries in one holiday
- See iconic landmarks including the Eiffel Tower and St Mark's Square
- Enjoy spectacular Swiss mountain scenery
- Blend of guided sightseeing and free time
- Convenient coach travel throughout
- Perfect introduction to Europe's most famous destinations
Not Included:
- International flights
- Visas
- Airport transfers other than the included arrival transfer
- Meals not specified
- Tipping
- Additional entrance fees unless specified
*Tour inclusions, accommodation and sightseeing may be subject to change. International flights, visas and personal expenses are not included unless specifically stated.
Day 1 - Rome
Arrive in Rome and enjoy an included transfer to your hotel. This evening, meet your tour guide and fellow travellers before heading to Via Cavour, a lively area filled with restaurants and cafés, perfect for your first taste of Italy.
Overnight: Rome
Day 2 - Rome
Explore the highlights of Rome on a panoramic city tour. See landmarks including the Colosseum, Arch of Constantine, Imperial Forums, Circus Maximus, Baths of Caracalla, and Castel Sant'Angelo. Later, visit Vatican City before enjoying free time. In the evening, experience the vibrant atmosphere of Trastevere.
Overnight: Rome
Day 3 - Rome - Florence
Travel north to Florence, the birthplace of the Renaissance. Stop at Piazzale Michelangelo for panoramic city views, then enjoy a guided walking tour featuring the Duomo, Ponte Vecchio, and Piazza della Signoria.
Overnight: Florence
Day 4 - Florence - Venice
Journey through the Apennine Mountains to Venice. Take a boat across the Giudecca Canal, explore St Mark's Square with a local guide, and visit a traditional Murano Glass Factory.
Overnight: Venice (Mestre)
Day 5 - Venice - Innsbruck - Zurich
Travel through northern Italy into Austria, stopping in Innsbruck to explore the historic centre. Continue through the spectacular Alpine scenery of the Tyrol region before arriving in Zurich.
Overnight: Zurich
Day 6 - Zurich - Grindelwald - Lucerne - Zurich
Explore the stunning Swiss Alps. Visit Grindelwald, ride a cable car into the mountains, and enjoy incredible glacier views from a suspended bridge. Continue to the beautiful lakeside city of Lucerne before returning to Zurich.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Overnight: Zurich
Day 7 - Zurich - Strasbourg - Paris
Travel into France and visit Strasbourg, the charming capital of the Alsace region. Enjoy time to explore its historic centre before continuing to the French capital, Paris.
Overnight: Paris
Day 8 - Paris
Visit the magnificent Palace of Versailles and its famous gardens. Back in Paris, explore the artistic district of Montmartre and enjoy a panoramic sightseeing tour of the city's most iconic landmarks.
Overnight: Paris
Day 9 - Paris
Experience the best of Paris with entry to the Eiffel Tower (second floor included) and a scenic Seine River Cruise. The afternoon is free to explore the city at your own pace.
Overnight: Paris
Day 10 - Paris
Enjoy breakfast before your tour concludes today.
Meals: Breakfast
Your tour includes:
- Hotel accommodation throughout
- Daily buffet breakfast
- 1 included lunch in Lucerne
- Arrival transfer
- Travel by coach with English-speaking guides
- Guided city tours in Rome, Florence, Venice and Paris
- Boat transfers and scenic cruises as specified
- Selected sightseeing and admissions
Italy Highlights:
Rome
- Discover the highlights of Imperial Rome
- Evening visits to Via Cavour and Trastevere
- Guided city sightseeing
Florence
- Guided city tour
- Visit Piazzale Michelangelo for panoramic views
- Explore the birthplace of the Renaissance
Venice
- Guided city tour
- Visit St Mark's Square
- Boat transfer to Venice Island
- Murano Glass Factory visit
Switzerland Highlights:
- Enjoy spectacular Swiss alpine scenery
- Cable Car journey to Grindelwald First
- Lunch included in Lucerne
- Experience the beauty of the Swiss mountains and lakes
France Highlights:
Strasbourg
- Explore this charming city blending French and German influences
Paris
- Guided city tour
- Visit the artistic district of Montmartre
- Excursion to Versailles
- River Seine boat cruise
- Entry to the 2nd Floor of the Eiffel Tower
- Free time to explore the French capital
Included Experiences:
- Guided touring in Rome, Florence, Venice and Paris
- Boat journey to Venice Island
- River Seine cruise
- Cable Car to Grindelwald First
- Murano Glass Factory visit
- Eiffel Tower 2nd Floor admission
- Versailles excursion (palace entry not included)
Why You'll Love This Journey:
- Experience three incredible countries in one holiday
- See iconic landmarks including the Eiffel Tower and St Mark's Square
- Enjoy spectacular Swiss mountain scenery
- Blend of guided sightseeing and free time
- Convenient coach travel throughout
- Perfect introduction to Europe's most famous destinations
Not Included:
- International flights
- Visas
- Airport transfers other than the included arrival transfer
- Meals not specified
- Tipping
- Additional entrance fees unless specified
- Travel Insurance – your North Travel consultant can provide you with a quote. Get a quote now.
- Tourism visa or transit visa if required
- Upgrades to Premium Economy, Business Class and First Class available and to be quote at the time of booking.
- Itinerary deviations (e.g. extensions or specific airline requests). This will be quoted by a North Travel consultant at the time of booking.
- Professional service fee's (if any)
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