Fully Escorted Tour
Spend two nights in London, two nights in Paris with guided tours, enjoy another two nights in Lucerne, Switzerland with tours, stop by Verona on your way to Venice, tour through Florence next, stop by the landmark the Leaning Tower of Pisa, and finally spend your last two nights touring through Rome.
Escorted tours offer expert guides who provide deep local insights and worry-free planned itineraries. Enjoy the company of like-minded travelers, visit hidden gems not found on typical tours, and enjoy peace of mind with a travel support system. This is a fully escorted group tour with a maximum of 50 passengers, departures are guaranteed.
What's Included
- Round-trip economy class airfare to London (LHR) and from Rome (FCO)
- Round-trip airport transfers
- Accommodations in hotels listed, or similar
- 2 nights in London at the Copthorne Tara Hotel London
- 2 nights in the Paris area at the Hotel Ibis Styles Paris Porte d’Orleans
- 2 nights in the Lucerne, Switzerland area at the Holiday Inn Express Luzern Kriens
- 2 nights in the Venice area at the Hotel Poppi
- 1 night in Montecatini, Italy at the Settentrionale Esplanade
- 2 nights in Rome at the BV Oly Hotel
- Buffet Breakfast daily
- 2 dinners
- Host service in London
- Services of a Professional Travel Director (starting on Day 3)
- City sightseeing with a local guide in Paris, Florence, and Rome
- Sightseeing visits to Lucerne, Verona, Venice, and Pisa
- Transportation by private first-class air-conditioned motorcoach
- Eurostar train transportation from London to Paris (standard class)
- Canal transfer boat in Venice
- Hotel tips, taxes and service charges
*Note: Porterage is no longer offered on this tour. Travelers will be responsible for transporting their own luggage for the duration of their tour.
Great Ways to Explore
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Take in the stunning scenery in the Swiss Alps and fall in love with the picture-perfect cities.
- Take the hassle out of travel with all transfers built in for you to sit back and go along for the ride.
Tour through famuos cities such as Florence, Lucerne, Paris, Rome, Venice, Verona, and more!
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With each hotel handpicked for comfort and convenience, you get the most out of your vacation.
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With so many tours and cities, make sure you pack comfortable shoes and extra memory for your camera on this trip!
Spend two nights of leisure in London, touring through the city at your pace and finding attractions that call to you. Then cross the English Channel by Eurostar train to Paris where another two nights of guided touring await you. Enjoy the opportunity to see the Champs-Elysees, the Eiffel Tower, and the Ard de Triomphe first, then take the res of the city at your leisure.
Next on the itinerary in Lucerne, a picturesque town in Switzerland before crossing into Italy. Make a stop in fair Verona to stand under Juliet's balcony, then land in Venice. Spend two enchanting nights in the city and take a canal boat to St. Mark's Square and experience the life of the city in your own way. Then you'll move onto Florence, the birthplace of the Renaissance, and enjoy a guided walking tour. Allow the guides to introduce you to Signoria Square, Palazzo Vecchio, Santa Croce, and more.
Stand in awe under the Leaning Tower of Pisa, then spend two nights in the city of Rome. Enjoy guided tours through the Eternal City, visiting the Roman Forum, the Colosseum, and St. Peter's Square.
Please note that some recommendations in the following suggested itinerary may not be included in your package. Check What's Included above for full details on inclusions.
What's Included
- Round-trip economy class airfare to London (LHR) and from Rome (FCO)
- Round-trip airport transfers
- Accommodations in hotels listed, or similar
- 2 nights in London at the Copthorne Tara Hotel London
- 2 nights in the Paris area at the Hotel Ibis Styles Paris Porte d’Orleans
- 2 nights in the Lucerne, Switzerland area at the Holiday Inn Express Luzern Kriens
- 2 nights in the Venice area at the Hotel Poppi
- 1 night in Montecatini, Italy at the Settentrionale Esplanade
- 2 nights in Rome at the BV Oly Hotel
- Buffet Breakfast daily
- 2 dinners
- Host service in London
- Services of a Professional Travel Director (starting on Day 3)
- City sightseeing with a local guide in Paris, Florence, and Rome
- Sightseeing visits to Lucerne, Verona, Venice, and Pisa
- Transportation by private first-class air-conditioned motorcoach
- Eurostar train transportation from London to Paris (standard class)
- Canal transfer boat in Venice
- Hotel tips, taxes and service charges
*Note: Porterage is no longer offered on this tour. Travelers will be responsible for transporting their own luggage for the duration of their tour.
Great Ways to Explore
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Take in the stunning scenery in the Swiss Alps and fall in love with the picture-perfect cities.
- Take the hassle out of travel with all transfers built in for you to sit back and go along for the ride.
Tour through famuos cities such as Florence, Lucerne, Paris, Rome, Venice, Verona, and more!
-
With each hotel handpicked for comfort and convenience, you get the most out of your vacation.
-
With so many tours and cities, make sure you pack comfortable shoes and extra memory for your camera on this trip!
Package Overview
Spend two nights of leisure in London, touring through the city at your pace and finding attractions that call to you. Then cross the English Channel by Eurostar train to Paris where another two nights of guided touring await you. Enjoy the opportunity to see the Champs-Elysees, the Eiffel Tower, and the Ard de Triomphe first, then take the res of the city at your leisure.
Next on the itinerary in Lucerne, a picturesque town in Switzerland before crossing into Italy. Make a stop in fair Verona to stand under Juliet's balcony, then land in Venice. Spend two enchanting nights in the city and take a canal boat to St. Mark's Square and experience the life of the city in your own way. Then you'll move onto Florence, the birthplace of the Renaissance, and enjoy a guided walking tour. Allow the guides to introduce you to Signoria Square, Palazzo Vecchio, Santa Croce, and more.
Stand in awe under the Leaning Tower of Pisa, then spend two nights in the city of Rome. Enjoy guided tours through the Eternal City, visiting the Roman Forum, the Colosseum, and St. Peter's Square.
Please note that some recommendations in the following suggested itinerary may not be included in your package. Check What's Included above for full details on inclusions.
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Day 1. Welcome to London!
Welcome to London! You will be met at the airport and transferred to your hotel. You will be on your own to explore London for the next two days, but uniformed hosts will be available at the hotel to help you make the most of your stay.
Transfer to hotel
London,
England
1 of 2 hotels
Copthorne Tara Hotel London Kensington features a restaurant and a bar/lounge. Room service is available 24 hours a day. The hotel serves Hot and cold buffet breakfasts (surcharges apply). Recreational amenities include a fitness facility. This 4-star property has a business center and offers a meeting/conference room, secretarial services, and audio-visual equipment. Wireless Internet access (surcharge) is available in public areas. This London property has event space consisting of banquet facilities and conference/meeting rooms.
London,
England
2 of 2 hotels
Hotel Novotel London West, located in the Hammersmith neighborhood of London, is a sanctuary in the middle of the bustling capital. With three of London's main tube lines within a three minute walk of the hotel, easily access any of the city's main attractions including Big Ben, the London Eye, and Hyde Park. Spend an evening at the Hammersmith Apollo Theatre, renowned for live music and comedy, just steps from the hotel!
All of the 630 contemporary en-suite bedrooms are designed to keep noise at a minimum, perfect for relaxing after a long day of sightseeing. On site, Hotel Novotel London West offers a restaurant and a bar/lounge where guests can unwind with a drink. The 4-star property also offers access to a business center and a meeting/conference room.
Day 2. London
After breakfast, you will have a full day to savor this majestic and vibrant city. Start the day off with a visit to Buckingham Palace, where you can see the iconic Changing of the Guard! You'll also want to see Big Ben, the Tower of London, and perhaps even treat yourself to a ride on the London Eye.
Houses of Parliament and Big Ben • London, England
Day 3. London - Paris, France
Board the Eurostar train to Paris. Here you'll be met by your Tour Director and luxury motorcoach. Overnight for the first of two nights in Paris.
Train to Paris!
Check-in - Hotel Ibis Styles Paris Porte D'orleans
Montrouge,
France
The ibis Styles Paris Porte d'Orléans hotel is located in Montrouge, on the doorstep of the 14th arrondissement, and only 15 minutes from Montparnasse train station and central Paris. This 3-star hotel features 115 comfortable, colorful, spacious and soundproofed rooms. With a stylish, colorful ambiance, the hotel's spacious guestrooms are equipped with soft duvets and relaxation pillows, bringing you optimum comfort for a truly restful night. Les Quatre Saisons bar is perfect for getting together with friends for a drink in a friendly, relaxed atmosphere. There is also a 24-hour snack service offering sweet and savory treats.
Day 4. Paris
Paris is a world-class city that probably has more familiar landmarks than almost any other city in the world. This morning, see them during your included city tour.
Paris is a world-class city with more familiar landmarks than almost any other city in the world. This morning, enjoy some of these sights during the included city tour with a Local Guide. Bid bon soir to Paris with an optional dinner and evening drive through the City of Light.
Day 5. Paris - Lucerne, Switzerland
Your day will be filled with fascinating, ever-changing scenery today. Take in the views of Fontainebleau Forest, the wine-growing area of Burgundy, then prosperous farms and tidy half-timbered villages as you head through the Alpine heart of Switzerland to picture-book Lucerne, for the first of two overnights.
A Tip For Your Trip: Dinner is included today.
Check-in - Holiday Inn Express Luzern Kriens
Lucerne,
Switzerland
The Holiday Inn Express Luzern Kriens provides guests with a wide array of lifestyle comforts, in a convenient location just 5 minutes from Lucerne city center by train. The famous Mount Pilatus is nearby as well, and special walking areas and jogging trails can be found just around the corner from the hotel. It features comfortably designed and ecological, water-based air-cooled guestrooms, each equipped with free high-speed Wi-Fi, flat screen televisions, coffee & tea facilities, and more.
Day 6. Lucerne
Lucerne is one of Switzerland's finest cities, nestled amid its snowcapped Alps, surrounded by its lake, and embellished by the clear mountain waters of the River Reuss. Embark on a tour getting acquainted with the city today. The rest of the day is yours to explore (and/or shop!) at your leisure.
One of Switzerland’s finest cities, Lucerne is nestled amid its snow-capped Alps, surrounded by its lake, and graced by the clear mountain waters of the Reuss River. The orientation includes the Lion monument, erected in memory of the 800 Swiss Guards who defended Louis XVI and his wife. Also admire the famous wooden Chapel bridge with its splendid frescoes. Don’t miss the chance to join an optional excursion for a panoramic ride to ascend one of Switzerland’s famous mountains.
Day 7. Lucerne - Verona, Italy - Venice Area
See more wonderful Alpine scenery as you drive into the mountain ranges that surround the massive St. Gotthard Pass. Once through its great tunnel, you'll start your scenic descent into the warmer and sunnier ambiance of the Canton Ticino. Continue by crossing into Italy and drive through the Lombardy plains to Verona, where you'll have some time for sightseeing. Overnight for the first of two nights in the Venice area.
Check-in - Hotel Poppi
Venice,
Italy
Experience true Italian hospitality at this elegant hotel located right in between Venice and Padua. Family managed since 1965, Hotel Poppi combines modern facilities with classic charm. Relax in your soundproof room that comes decorated in a classic style - the perfect setting after a long day of exploring.
Treat yourself to a delicious meal at their on-site restaurant, which boasts a mouthwatering menu of regional Venetian fare! After dinner, unwind with a glass of local wine or sip on an espresso at the classy hotel bar.
Enjoy sightseeing in Verona, the city of Romeo and Juliet, also known as "Little Rome" for its splendid arena still standing in its former glory and hosting many concerts and the opera festival during the summer season.
Day 8. Venice
Venice is more like a marvelous film set than a real live city, with criss-crossing canals, gondolas and water buses, arched bridges, palaces, and busy little piazzas. Embark on a tour, then enjoy the rest of your day at leisure.
A Tip For Your Trip: Dinner is included today.
Enjoy a tour passing through some of Venice's most breathtaking highlights! Your adventure starts with a scenic boat ride, where you'll see why Venice is known as "The Sinking City."
You'll then be treated to a glassblowing workshop! Venetian glass is world-famous, with Murano glass being the most well-known and unique. You'll learn all about the process and discover firsthand what makes Venetian glass so special.
Day 9. Venice Area - Florence - Montecatini
Start the day by journeying south across the Apennines into the gentle and hilly countryside of Tuscany. Then, it's on to Florence for an included walking tour with a local guide. Overnight in Montecatini.
A Tip For Your Trip: Dinner is included today.
Montecatini Terme,
Italy
1 of 2 hotels
Enjoy the splendor that comes with four stars while staying at the Settentrionale Esplanade. Enjoy an on-site restaurant, free Wi-Fi, a bar and lounge, conference rooms equipped with audio-video equipment, an outdoor pool, a garden, concierge and tour and ticket services, currency exchanges, and private parking is available.
Rooms are airy and comfortable, and features a flat-screen satellite TV, air conditioning, a minibar, a safe, and private bathrooms complete with a hairdryer and complimentary toiletries. Florence is just 25 miles away, while Peretola Airport and Pisa is 22 miles away. Lucca is closest, and a mere 14 miles away.
Montecatini Terme,
Italy
2 of 2 hotels
Nestled in Montecatini Terme, this beautiful hotel boasts elegant decor, comfortable rooms, and warm hospitality. Open the door to your spacious room and find satellite flat-screen TV, free Wi-Fi, crisp air conditioning, and luxurious bath amenities.
Once you're all settled in, unpack your swimsuit and make a splash in the sparkling outdoor pool! Enjoy breathtaking views and the warm Tuscan sun. When you work up an appetite, treat yourself to a delicious meal featuring local cuisine at the onsite restaurant.
Florence, the birthplace of the Renaissance, is a city overflowing with history, art, and architecture waiting to be discovered! Explore the must-see sights of the city with a local guide.
You will see Piazza Santa Croce; beautiful Piazza Signoria; Palazzo Vecchio; Loggia dei Lanzi; and, to top it all, Piazza del Duomo and its cathedral with the Giotto Campanile, and the magnificent East Door of the Baptistry, known as the “Gate of Paradise.”Day 10. Montecatini - Pisa - Rome
This morning, stop in Pisa, then journey south to Rome. Spend the first of two nights in Rome.
Rome,
Italy
1 of 2 hotels
BV Oly Hotel is located in a quiet part of Rome's business district. Amenities for this modern hotel include on-site parking, a daily breakfast buffet, and an on-site restaurant that serves authentic Italian cuisine and other culinary specialties. Additionally, the front desk is available 24/7 to accommodate guests around the clock.
Guest rooms include a private bathroom with a shower, a minibar, safe, TV, and air-conditioning. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi and room service.
The hotel is a 10 minute walk to San Paolo Metro Station giving guests easy travel access. The Colosseum is just 4 metro stops away, and Piazza Silvio d'Amico is a 4 minute walk from the hotel.
Rome,
Italy
2 of 2 hotels
Located in the vicinity of Ponte Milvio and surrounded by ancient Roman residences, Grand Hotel Fleming it is the perfect place to enjoy the city's wealth in a relaxing environment. Located a 10-minute drive from the Foro Italico, Olympic Stadium and Auditorium, the hotel offers easy access to public transportation or taxis to the city center.
An elegant corner of Rome and a beloved celebrity hideaway, the Grand Hotel Fleming is an ideal location for a romantic weekend in Rome. Each of the 302 rooms are tastefully decorated and feature an en suite bathroom, in-room safe, air-conditioning, minibar and more. Wake up to a delicious buffet breakfast each morning, then relax with an Italian meal at the restaurant in the evening. The hotel's staff is happy to assist with booking tours, taxis and airport transfers.
Stop in Pisa to visit two of its most famous highlights: the Square of Miracles and the Leaning Tower - be sure to take that perfect Leaning Tower of Pisa selfie!
Day 11. Rome
Embark on a sightseeing tour of Rome today!
The “Eternal City” is steeped in history, vibrantly alive and exciting, and absolutely unique! Start the included introduction to Rome’s landmarks from St. Peter’s Square with a Local Guide. Enjoy a drive along the iconic landmarks of the city: the Tiber River, the Caius Cestius Pyramid, the Aurelian Walls, and the Caracalla Baths. Complete the experience with a walk back in time from the Circus Maximus to the Arch of Constantine and to the fascinating Colosseum, symbol of the Roman Empire. *
Day 12. Depart Rome
Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning. You will be transferred to the airport in time to begin your journey home.
Transfer to airport
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Package Overview
From St. Paul's to St. Peter's: 12 days from London to Rome
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London, England
Copthorne Tara Hotel London Kensington
Hand-selected accommodation for quality and service
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Montrouge, France
Hotel Ibis Styles Paris Porte D'orleans
Quiet comfort near Paris
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Montecatini Terme, Italy
Settentrionale Esplanade
Rest in luxury with easy access to Florence and Pisa
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