European Dream - End Paris, Classic Group
European Dream - End Paris, Classic Group
European Dream - End Paris, Classic Group
11 Days Starting in Venice, Italy and ending in Paris, France
Visiting: Venice, Tuscany, Rome, Vatican, Umbria, Florence, Lucerne, Stanserhorn, Paris
Tour operator:
Tour code:
N912AZN19
Specialist Group:
Family/Kids
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
20 - 40
Age range:
5-99
Special diets catered:
Vegetarians
Tour operated in:
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Tour Overview
Live the European dream on this 11-day guided tour. Luxuriate in Rome, explore the Vatican with fast track entry VIP access, take an exhilarating open top cable car up Lucerne's Mt. Stanserhorn in Switzerland and dine in opulence at La Coupole in Paris. Venturing out in Italy, you'll get a genuine taste of fresh local cuisine among the canals of Venice, with an exclusive dining experience at La Fenice restaurant. After your local Travel Director guides you through the stunning vineyard covered plains of Umbria, two all encompassing nights begin in Florence—breathing in an ambience of fine wine, cobbled streets and green marble cathedrals. Paris delivers at the finish with iconic sights, including the Arc de Triomphe, the Louvre, Place de la Concorde and the Champs Élysées.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Welcome To Venice
Location: Venice
Accommodation: Eurostars Residenza Cannaregio, Venice.
Accommodation Name: Eurostars Residenza Cannaregio
Meals Included: Dinner with Wine
Welcome to the Queen of the Adriatic, known for its unique waterscapes and rich cultural heritage. Transfers depart from Venice Airport and journey to the hotel by water taxi. What better way to start your dream holiday than in true Venetian style? Join your Travel Director for a Welcome Dinner at the magical Principessa restaurant. Savor a cocktail at twilight whilst being serenaded by an ensemble of talented musicians, and admire the tranquillity of St. Mark's Square long after the day-trippers have gone to their mainland hotels. Return to your canal-side hotel in the quiet, peaceful authentic neighborhood.
Day 2 : The Magic Of 'La Serenissima'
Location: Venice
Accommodation: Eurostars Residenza Cannaregio, Venice.
Accommodation Name: Eurostars Residenza Cannaregio
Meals Included: Breakfast
In the morning, prepare to embrace this most romantic city. Visit St. Mark's Square, dominated by its magnificent basilica and overlooked by the great Clock Tower. Also in the square stands the immense Campanile and Doge's Palace which is connected to the ancient prisons by the Bridge of Sighs. Join a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience as you witness the skill of glassblowers on a visit to a traditional arts center. The rest of the day is free. Perhaps shop in the small arcades or why not cruise the Venetian lagoon to the island of Burano for a meal of local specialties and wine?
Day 3 : Villa Machiavelli And Rome
Location: Venice, Tuscany, Rome
Accommodation: room 007 Select, Rome.
Accommodation Name: Room 007 Select
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch with Wine
Head into the Apennine Mountains and the peaceful landscapes of Tuscany. Meet your Local Host for a guided tour through the house of the Italian Renaissance diplomat and writer, Nicolo Machiavelli, with an included special opening of his private office where he wrote 'The Prince'. Visit the Italian garden with views of Florence and the historic cellar, which has a secret underground tunnel connecting the cellars to the oldest restaurant in Italy. Savor a tasting of wines made from the vineyards surrounding the home, accompanied by delicious samples of local Tuscan fare. Your journey continues as you follow the course of the Tiber to your hotel in the Eternal City of Rome.
Day 4 : Papal And Imperial Rome
Location: Rome, Vatican, Rome
Accommodation: room 007 Select, Rome.
Accommodation Name: Room 007 Select
Meals Included: Breakfast
With your Local Expert, visit the Vatican Museums. Insight provides special priority entry to avoid the crowds and gives you behind-the-scenes access to the Bramante Staircase, normally off-limits to the public. Inside the Sistine Chapel, admire Michelangelo's famous ceiling. Continue inside the cavernous St. Peter's Basilica, mother church of the Catholic faith, to see another Michelangelo masterpiece, the Pietà, as well as the splendid dome. Leave Vatican City to cross the Tiber and stand outside the Colosseum, imagining yourself back in the days of the gladiators. The afternoon is at leisure.
Day 5 : Umbria And Onto Florence
Location: Rome, Umbria, Florence
Accommodation: Hotel Adler Cavalieri, Florence.
Accommodation Name: Hotel Adler Cavalieri
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch with Wine
Meet chef Lorenzo at his family farm in Umbria. Explore the art of Italian cooking during an entertaining pasta demonstration and delicious Highlight Lunch accompanied by Orvieto Classico wine. Continue on to your hotel in Florence.
Day 6 : Renaissance Florence
Location: Florence
Accommodation: Hotel Adler Cavalieri, Florence.
Accommodation Name: Hotel Adler Cavalieri
Meals Included: Breakfast
With your Local Expert, view the multi-colored marble cathedral, bell tower and baptistery adorned by Ghiberti's Gates of Paradise. You also visit the open-air gallery of Renaissance masterpieces in Piazza della Signoria and see the area around Santa Croce Basilica, famous for the quality of its luxury goods. In the afternoon, enjoy free time to explore the Renaissance capital. Perhaps take the opportunity to visit the Tuscan town of Pisa and see the Leaning Tower.
Day 7 : Across The Alps To Lucerne
Location: Florence, Lucerne
Accommodation: Hotel Astoria, Lucerne.
Accommodation Name: Hotel Astoria
Meals Included: Breakfast
Head north towards the Italian Lake District via Lake Lugano. Continue into the heart of the Swiss Alps, passing through the Saint Gotthard Tunnel, one of the longest road tunnels in the world, before traveling alongside towering mountains and past rushing torrents, down to scenic Lake Lucerne. In Lucerne, see the town's proud Lion Monument, carved into a limestone cliff and dedicated to the heroic Swiss Guards who died defending King Louis XVI during the French Revolution. Then, take some time to stroll across the covered Chapel Bridge and see the baroque Jesuit Church.
Day 8 : Lucerne And Mt. Stanserhorn
Location: Lucerne, Stanserhorn
Accommodation: Hotel Astoria, Lucerne.
Accommodation Name: Hotel Astoria
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner with Wine
In the morning, explore Mount Stanserhorn on a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience, as an open-top cable car powered by solar panels take you up the summit. Breathe in the pristine mountain air and, on a clear day, witness views as far as Alsace and the Black Forest in Germany. Walk along beautiful scenic pathways, keeping an eye out for marmots and other native animals, with the chance to hear a conservation talk by a Swiss ranger, to learn about local wildlife and flora. With the day free, there is plenty of time for shopping for delectable chocolate in the traffic-free Old Town. Perhaps venture into the countryside for a delightful horse-drawn carriage ride and meet the local farmers? At night, you are offered a fine selection of restaurants to choose from for your Dine-Around Evening.
Day 9 : Sights And Delights Of Paris
Location: Lucerne, Paris
Accommodation: Le Méridien Etoile, Paris.
Accommodation Name: Le Méridien Etoile
Meals Included: Breakfast
Journey through the rural French countryside of Burgundy, famous for its vineyards and wines, to arrive in the vibrant City of Light. During your time in Paris, see the impressive Eiffel Tower, the magnificent Notre-Dame Cathedral and the imposing facades of the Louvre. Discover the banks of the Seine with its many romantic bridges, see the obelisk in the center of the Place de la Concorde and drive along the Champs Élysées to the Arc de Triomphe. With the evening free, there are countless opportunities to enjoy the lively atmosphere of this glittering city. Why not visit one of the world-famous cabaret shows?
Day 10 : The Food And Flavors Of Paris
Location: Paris
Accommodation: Le Méridien Etoile, Paris.
Accommodation Name: Le Méridien Etoile
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner with Wine
Start your day with an Insight Choice. Choose to explore community life in the picturesque Montorgueil district. Alternatively, join an avid foodie to explore small shops and sample local treats and delicacies. In the evening, indulge in refined French cuisine during your Celebration Dinner at the iconic restaurant La Coupole, frequently visited by the French entertainer Josephine Baker.
Day 11 : Au Revoir Paris
Location: Paris
Accommodation Name: on
Meals Included: Breakfast
Bid farewell to your traveling companions as your journey comes to an end. Transfers arrive at Charles de Gaulle Airport.
What's Included
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Authentic Dining
Venice: Enjoy a special Venetian Welcome Dinner with wine at Principessa, situated in the heart of this historic city. Tuscany: Enjoy a tasting of locally made wines and sample delicious Tuscan snacks in the underground cellar of Machiavelli's home. Paris: Indulge in refined French cuisine during your Celebration Dinner at the iconic restaurant La Coupole.
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Insight Experiences
Vatican: With your Local Expert, visit the Vatican Museums and admire Michelangelo's famous ceiling inside the Sistine Chapel. Florence: Join a Local Expert to view the multi-colored marble cathedral, bell tower and baptistery, adorned by Ghiberti's Gates of Paradise.
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Top Rated Highlights
Rome: Discover the history, the construction and the legends of the iconic Colosseum. Florence: See the area around Santa Croce Basilica, famous for the quality of its luxury goods and witness a gold and leatherwork demonstration.
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MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experiences
Venice: Witness the ancient skill of glassblowing at a traditional arts center. Mount Stanserhorn: Walk along beautiful scenic pathways, keeping an eye out for marmots and other native animals, with the chance to hear a conservation talk by a Swiss ranger, to learn about local wildlife and flora.
What's Not Included
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International Airfare
Flights to and from the start and end points of the tour are not included.
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Travel Insurance
Travel insurance is recommended but not included.
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Optional Experiences
Some experiences and excursions outside the planned itinerary may incur additional costs.
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Personal Expenses
Expenses such as laundry, telephone calls, additional drinks and meals not specified, and souvenirs are not covered.
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Tips and Gratuities
Tips for guides, drivers, and hotel staff are not included and are at your discretion.
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Visa Fees
Any required visas or entry fees for travel are not included and must be arranged by the traveler.
Check out our Q&As
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What is the starting location of the tour?
The tour starts in Venice.
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What are some of the highlights of the tour?
Some highlights of the tour include a special Venetian Welcome Dinner in Venice, a tasting of locally made wines in Tuscany, a visit to the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel in Vatican City, and exploring the iconic sights of Paris including the Eiffel Tower and Notre Dame Cathedral.
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What are some of the highlights of the tour?
Some highlights of the tour include a special Venetian Welcome Dinner in Venice, a tasting of locally made wines in Tuscany, a visit to the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel in Vatican City, and exploring the iconic sights of Paris including the Eiffel Tower and Notre Dame Cathedral.
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What countries will we visit on the European Dream - End Paris, Classic Group tour?
On the European Dream - End Paris, Classic Group tour, you will visit Italy, Switzerland, and France.
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What is the starting location of the tour?
The tour starts in Venice.
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What countries will we visit on the European Dream - End Paris, Classic Group tour?
On the European Dream - End Paris, Classic Group tour, you will visit Italy, Switzerland, and France.
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Can I join the tour once it has departed?
We regret that no refunds can be made for absences from a tour, including experiences such as missed meals or sightseeing.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
Since 1978.
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What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
Insight Vacations is a founding member of the TreadRight Foundation, a joint initiative created by the brands within The Travel Corporation (TTC) almost 15 years ago to ensure our impact through tourism is positive. Our ethos to #MakeTravelMatter guides our decision-making at every level of our business.
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
Yes
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Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?
You have two options as a solo traveller. Either choose to be matched with a same sex partner for a room share - at no extra cost. Or choose a room of your own with a reduced or even free private room upgrade on select tours.
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What policies are in place for Covid-19?
Please contact us for latest COVID-19 policies
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