European Wonderland (Bus Tour)

Highlights

Dining Summary

• 5 Dinner (D)
• 10 Breakfast (B)

Be My Guest

• Florence: The Pazzi and de Medici feud is brought to light on this visit to the 12th-century Castle of Trebbio. Meet Anna and Alberto, enjoy a traditional Tuscan buffet, explore the cellars, and indulge in olive oil and wine tasting.

Family Fun

• Rome: A cooking experience with all the trimmings! Learn how to make tasty Italian pizza from an expert and then share your masterpiece with the family.
• Venice: Discover the great Venetian tradition of Carnival masks and paint and decorate your own.

Iconic Experience

• Rome: Experience Rome through the eyes of a local, as a passionate Roman guides you past the city's most iconic sites.
• Follow in the footsteps of gladiators for a deeper insight into life in ancient Rome when you enter the Colosseum.
• Siena: See the Fountain of Joy, striped cathedral and vast Piazza del Campo.
• Florence: Join a Local Specialist to view the Multi-coloured marble cathedral, bell tower and baptistery, adorned by Ghiberti's Gates of Paradise. Visit the political heart of the city, Signoria Square.
• Florence: See the area around Santa Croce Basilica, famous for the quality of its luxury goods, and witness a gold and leatherwork demonstration.
• Bologna: Join a Local Specialist on an exploration of Bologna. See the medieval squares and red-bricked façades of this historic city.
• Venice: As you journey along some of the water highways of the city, famous sights such as the Doge's Palace and the Bridge of Sighs come into view and introduce you to Venice before docking near St. Mark's Square.
• Como: Take in exquisite views of the lake and its alpine backdrop as you enjoy an orientation of this magnificent town.
• Switzerland: Marvel at the Alpine landscape as you drive past breathtakingly beautiful mountains and valleys.
• Lucerne: During an orientation with your Travel Director, see the Lion Monument, Old Town Hall and Chapel Bridge, the oldest wooden covered bridge in Europe.
• Paris: Join a Local Specialist to discover the hidden squares and secret lanes of Paris.
• Paris: Admire the famous landmarks of Paris during your leisurely Seine River cruise.

MAKE TRAVEL MATTER®

• Venice: Discover the ancient skill of Venetian glassblowing and play a part in preserving this traditional craft. Your visit directly supports United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities.

Must-see Highlights

• Explore Rome, Florence, Bologna and Paris
• Discover Siena, Venice and Lucerne
• Visit a glassblowing factory and a mask-making studio in Venice
• View the ancient sites of Rome, St. Mark's Basilica in Venice, scenic Lake Como, the spectacular alpine scenery of Switzerland, the Chapel Bridge in Lucerne and the Eiffel Tower and Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris
• See the vineyards of Burgundy in France
• Scenic Cruise by private launch to St. Mark's Square in Venice and along the Seine River in Paris

Included in Price

Whats Included

• An expert Travel Director and professional Driver
• Cherry-picked hotels, all tried and trusted
• All porterage and restaurant gratuities
• All hotel tips, charges and local taxes
• Breakfast daily and up to half of your evening meals
• Must-see sightseeing and surprise extras
• Audio headsets for flexible sightseeing
• Luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries or alternative transportation (such as rail journeys)
• Optional Experiences and free time
• Eurostar high-speed train from Paris to London
• On occasion, hotels of similar standard and location may be utilised.

Travel Package

This is an Organised Group Tour: the itinerary has been predefined by the tour operator. The tour destinations, duration, accommodations, departure dates and the price are fix. You can join, enjoy and meet other people.

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