Treasures of Europe from Rome to London

What's Included

• Vatican Museums Tour

  Tour Rome’s awe-inspiring Vatican Museums.

• Michelangelo’s David

  See Michelangelo’s David at the Academy Museum in Florence.

• Swiss Alps Crossing

  Cross from Italy into the majestic Swiss Alps.

• Free Time in Rome and London

  Enjoy free time in Rome and London to explore at leisure.

• Venice Stroll

  Stroll through the floating city of Venice.

• High-Speed Train Travel

  Travel across 3 countries on high-speed trains.

• Seine River Cruise

  Enjoy a relaxing cruise along the Seine River and drift past famous landmarks as you dine on French cuisine.

• Chianti Vineyard Experience

  Sample delectable wines and traditional cuisine at a vineyard in the Chianti region.

What's Not Included

• Optional Food Tour in Rome

  The optional food tour in Rome's Trastevere district is not included.
  
  

• Optional Gondola Ride in Venice

  The optional gondola ride through Venice's narrow waterways is not included.
  
  

• Optional Mount Pilatus Excursion

  The optional excursion to Mount Pilatus is not included.
  
  

• Optional Paris Cabaret Dinner

  The optional dinner at the Paradis Latin cabaret in Paris is not included.
  
  

Experiences

Enjoy free time in Rome and London to explore at leisure.Stroll through the floating city of Venice.Travel across 3 countries on high-speed trains.

Options

Paris: Showtime in Paris! Join us for a spectacular evening in one of Paris’s most beloved institutions, the famous Paradis Latin. Situated in a building associated with Napoleon and rebuilt by Gustav Eiffel himself, the Paradis has been running here since 1889. Enjoy a sumptuous dinner with wine, then bring on the champagne and let the show commence! Duration approximately 5 hour(s). Transportation is included. A minimum of 10 passenger(s) is required to operate this option.


Please note that as a typical Parisian cabaret, the show does contain some tasteful nudity and may be considered unsuitable for children. If less than 10 travelers pick this optional, the same can operate using taxi as a transport.

Paris: Showtime in Paris! Join us for a spectacular evening in one of Paris’s most beloved institutions, the famous Paradis Latin. Situated in a building associated with Napoleon and rebuilt by Gustav Eiffel himself, the Paradis has been running here since 1889. Enjoy a sumptuous dinner with wine, then bring on the champagne and let the show commence! Duration approximately 5 hour(s). Transportation is included. A minimum of 10 passenger(s) is required to operate this option.


Please note that as a typical Parisian cabaret, the show does contain some tasteful nudity and may be considered unsuitable for children. If less than 10 travelers pick this optional, the same can operate using taxi as a transport.

Lucerne: Mount Pilatus Enjoy the splendor of pure nature while gliding over a clear landscape in panoramic gondolas and spectacular cable cars. Ascend Pilatus via a unique excursion on the steepest railway of the world with a gradient of 48%. Upon arrival at the top, soak in the magnificent Alpine view from 7,000 feet above sea level. During leisure time at the summit, stroll the walkway for views from a different vantage point, or enjoy Swiss culinary delights on your own in one of the various restaurants (lunch is not included). Return back down the mountain by panoramic gondola for yet another bird’s eye view. Duration approximately 3 hour(s). Transportation is included. A minimum of 15 passenger(s) is required to operate this option.

In the off-season (November to mid-May) the cogwheel train is unavailable and both the ascent and descent will be by panorama gondolas and aerial cableway. The option may be cancelled due to maintenance work or inclement weather.
Highest elevation: 7,000 feet.

Venice: Venetian Serenaded Gondola Cruise Experience the romance that can only be found in Venice – La Serenìssima – while traveling on its famous waterways. Partake in one of Venice’s most famous pastimes – a gondola cruise. Take a pleasant stroll toward the Grand Canal to board your gondola. As you relax in your elegant watercraft, your gondolier navigates the Grand Canal as well as smaller side canals. Admire the scenery as you listen to the melodic voice serenading you in true Italian style – just like in those romantic Italian movies! Duration approximately 1 hour(s). Transportation is not included A minimum of 15 passenger(s) is required to operate this option.

This option operates weather-permitting.
Duration of the gondola cruise is approximately 30 minutes. Gondolas hold 5 to 6 guests. Transportation is not included and in most cases not required as the start of this excursion is usually within walking distance.

Rome: Trastevere Food Tour Follow your expert guide on an engaging tour of Rome’s more epicurean side. Your culinary journey takes place in the bohemian Trastevere district, where medieval architecture meets ivy-clung houses and the lively chatter from the many eateries sprinkled through the neighborhood echoes off the cobblestoned streets. Partake in the local tradition of aperitivo (pre-dinner drink) before tasting your way through Rome’s most representative street food, such as supplì (fried rice ball) and pastas. Top off your culinary exploration with a taste of artisanal gelato and learn how to tell a good one from a factory-made, ensuring you never eat a bad one again! Duration approximately 5 hour(s). Transportation is included. A minimum of 6 passenger(s) is required to operate this option.

Culinaries

Enjoy a relaxing cruise along the Seine River and drift past famous landmarks as you dine on French cuisine.Sample delectable wines and traditional cuisine at a vineyard in the Chianti region.

Must See

Tour Rome’s awe-inspiring Vatican Museums.See Michelangelo’s David at the Academy Museum in Florence.Cross from Italy into the majestic Swiss Alps.

Choice Highlights

Rome Rome is the capital of modern Italy and the historical home of one of the great civilizations in history, the Roman Empire. The historical city was founded in 753 BC and has grown to a size of over 3 million inhabitants today. The city is home to major monuments like the Colosseum, Trevi Fountain and many more. The city was built on the seven ancient hills along the Tiber River. Today it is a collection of neighborhoods with vibrant shops, restaurants and museums just waiting to be explored.

The Vatican Museums & St. Peter's Basilica Founded in the early 16th century, the Vatican Museums house some of the most important masterpieces of the Renaissance. Interconnected palaces lead visitors through collections of ancient sculptures, frescoed maps, and tapestries. The finale is the highlight of any visit, the Sistine Chapel, which contains Michelangelo’s masterpieces: the painted ceiling and “The Last Judgement.”



St. Peter's Basilica is an example of late Renaissance architecture. Completed over the course of 120 years, it is one of the largest churches in the world and an important holy site for Catholics. The church is built over the burial site of Saint Peter and contains the tombs of numerous popes. The church is known for its mosaic decorations and grand dome.



Florence Florence is the regional capital of Tuscany and home to countless Renaissance masterpieces. The city developed great wealth during the late Middle Ages and was the birthplace of the Italian Renaissance that produced great artists like Michelangelo, Raphael, Brunelleschi and many others. Today it is a UNESCO World Heritage site filled with numerous museums, stunning architecture and charming piazzas. The city offers something for everyone from culture, to great food and excellent shopping (like their famous gold or leather).

Michelangelo’s David The Statue of David by Michelangelo is one the most famous Renaissance sculptures in the world. The statue is housed in Florence’s Accademia Gallery along with other works by Michelangelo. The statue depicts the biblical hero David as a young man. It was commissioned at the turn of the 16th Century as part of a project for the Florence Cathedral, but it was instead placed in the public square. In the late 1800’s it was moved to its current home.

Italian Vineyard Experience Sample delectable wines and traditional Italian cuisine at a vineyard in the heart of the Chianti region, where you’ll tour the grounds and get a glimpse at the legendary winemaking process.

Venice Venice is the regional capital of the Veneto region in the northeast section of Italy. Venice has a unique design like no other city, built on over a hundred different islands in the center of the Venetian Lagoon. Early Venetians built their city on the islands to escape barbarian invaders. The islands of the city are separated by numerous small canals and connected by hundreds of small bridges. The city is famous for its romantic gondola-filled canals and ornate palaces that line the Grand Canal. The famous glass factories of Venice are located on Murano Island. Today the Murano Islands are home to a dwindling number of glass factories, whose artists are producing handmade Murano Glass.

Lucerne This city of 80,000 people is in north-central Switzerland in the canton of Lucerne and sits on the shores of Lake Lucerne. The town began with a Benedictine monastery in the 8th century and gained importance from its location on trade routes. The most famous sights in Lucerne are the wooden Kapellbrucke (Chapel Bridge) across the Reuss River, the Hofkirche (Church of St. Leodegar) and the Swiss Museum of Transport. The city celebrates Carnival every year beginning the Thursday before Ash Wednesday. Mt Pilatus, with the world’s steepest cog railway, is visible from Lucerne.

TGV High-Speed Train The "Train à Grande Vitesse," or TGV, is France's high-speed rail service, operated by SNCF Voyage, the long-distance branch of the country's national rail operator. These trains operate at some of the highest speeds in conventional train service in the world, regularly reaching 200 miles per hour on some lines. There are two classes of service, both offering comfortable seating, foodservice, and exceptional pre and post travel services.

Paris This French capital is one of the world's greatest cities and certainly one of its most beautiful. The Eiffel Tower, Arch of Triumph, Louvre and Orsay Museums, the Champs Elysees, Montmartre and the Sacre Coeur, and many others are all iconic symbols of the "City of Light", renowned for fabulous dining, high fashion and the French savoir faire. One can keep returning to Paris over a lifetime and still not see everything it has to offer.

Seine Dinner Cruise Enjoy a quintessential French dinner aboard one of the renowned river cruises that float on the River Seine. Toast with Champagne and sip fine French wines as you sail alongside iconic Parisian monuments such as the Eiffel Tower, the Louvre, and Notre Dame.

Choice on Tour: Paris by Bus or Sacre Coeur & Montmartre In Paris, you have the choice between 2 activities. Your first choice is to gain an overview of the French capital during a panoramic bus tour. With your local guide, take in the most iconic sights of Paris such as the Arc de Triomphe, Champs-Elysees, Notre Dame Cathedral and the Place de la Concorde. Your second choice is to join a local expert on a walking tour. Travel like a Parisian as you hop on Le Métro bound for the hilltop neighborhood of Montmartre and its iconic Sacré-Cœur basilica. Explore the winding streets, home to classical painters and cultural provocateurs and learn the history of this artistic village in the heart of Paris.



Paris Panoramic Tour by Bus - NEO Day 4 (STD) or NEO Day 10 (REV)

Activity Level: 1

This is a panoramic tour of Paris, covering the main sights. The drive is approximately 3 hours, plus a stop for restrooms mid-way.



Sacre Coeur & Montmartre - NEO Day 4 (STD) or NEO Day 10 (REV)

Activity Level: 4

The guests will visit Montmartre by metro, so they should be able to walk up and down a minimum of 4 flights of stairs. Also, Montmartre is a hilly district where travelers will have to navigate cobbled streets both uphill and downhill.

Eurostar Train Since 1994, the Eurostar Train has been connecting Paris and London in a matter of 2.25 hours. Starting at Gare Du Nord in Paris, the high-speed train comfortably takes you under the English Channel for 20 minutes and though the countryside of England before ending it’s journey at St. Pancras Station in London.

London A world in a city is a common way to describe the capital of England and its 9 million inhabitants. A cultural melting pot of over 230 nationalities, London is the financial, political and cultural capital of the UK and has a history dating before the Romans in A.D. 43.

Mode of Transport

Travel across Europe with ease using high-speed trains, including the TGV and Eurostar, and enjoy scenic drives through picturesque landscapes. Experience the convenience of seamless transportation as you journey from Rome to London, with stops in Florence, Venice, and Paris.

Accommodation

Stay in comfort at the Donna Laura Palace Hotel in Rome, Starhotels Tuscany in Rome, Leonardo Royal Venice in Mestre, Radisson Blu Hotel in Venice, Hyatt Regency Paris Etoile in Paris, and Clayton Hotel City of London in London, ensuring a relaxing and enjoyable experience throughout your journey.