9 Days,
London to Rome
Uncover the essence of Western Europe on tour
Visiting 5 countries: France, Switzerland, Monaco, Italy, Vatican City
They say that all roads lead to Rome; if that's the case then it's also true that some routes are far more interesting than others! Make your way from London to the 'Eternal City' and discover the true essence of Europe along the way. From the fashionable streets of Paris and stunning scenery of Switzerland to the opulent extravagance of Monte Carlo, this short tour lays Western Europe bare in all her glory!
Itinerary
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Day 1:
London, England to Paris, France (or join in Paris)
All good things start with Paris. Meet the crew, grab some supplies and hit the road early in the morning as we jump across the English Channel. Pinch yourself and Instagram your first selfie before we kick off the trip with a driving tour and picnic next to the Eiffel Tower. Home to Coco Chanel, the Pompidou Centre and the Mona Lisa, Paris more than deserves its reputation as the European capital for all things culture, fashion and food. Now’s your chance to find out why.
Included today:
-Driving tour of Paris and gourmet picnic by the Eiffel Tower
Meals:
-Dinner
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Day 2:
Paris
This morning: free time en Français. From the Louvre and the Musée d'Orsay to the Arc de Triomphe and the Champs Elysées, you'll be sure to make a solid dent in your bucket list. Later on, you can stretch those legs on an optional bike tour of Paris, or simply roam the streets on your own. End your day with an optional Seine River cruise or a #throwback bohemian cabaret show.
Meals:
-Breakfast
Optional activities:
-Traditional cabaret show
-Seine river cruise
-Bike tour of Paris
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Day 3:
Paris to Swiss Alps, Switzerland
Trade in Parisian streets for snowy peaks. Home to the highest point in Europe, 72 waterfalls and one of the largest nature conservations in Switzerland, Lauterbrunnen is where we'll be spending the night. Upon arrival, chow down on fondue and hit the bar for a nightcap.
Meals:
-Breakfast
-Lunch
-Dinner
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Day 4:
Swiss Alps
Scenic hikes and jaw-dropping views are high on today's agenda. Go low key with a mountain walk or hop on board the Jungfraubahn railway for an optional visit to the Jungfrau Mountain summit.
Expect fairytale villages en route and skydiving out of a helicopter upon arrival (if heights don't scare you). Another feast awaits your return, regardless of how you make your way back down.
Meals:
-Breakfast
-Lunch
-Dinner
Optional activities:
-Scenic excursion to Jungfrau ('The Top of Europe')
-Skydiving
-Scenic helicopter ride
-Tickets for the Schilthorn cable car
-Visit a Swiss watch shop
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Day 5:
Swiss Alps to French Riviera, France
Trade in your gruezi for bonjour as we follow in Napoleon's footsteps down to the glamorous French Riviera. Try your hand at celeb spotting as you explore the world's most lavish waterfront property.
Meals:
-Breakfast
-Lunch
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Day 6:
French Riviera including Monaco visit
Hit the beach with the paparazzi posse, or go wild in the designer boutiques in Nice's Old Town. Later: roll with the jet set on a guided tour and see how the 1% live (hint: it involves Ferraris and bathing in caviar). Feeling lucky? Hit the tables at the Monte Carlo Casino and make it rain (or not). Also today: visit a traditional French perfumery.
Included today:
-Walking tour of Monaco
-Visit a traditional French perfumery
Meals:
-Breakfast
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Day 7:
French Riviera to Florence, Italy
Today it’s up and onwards to the renaissance romance of Florence – but first, we’ve got a pit stop. Take THAT shot at the Leaning Tower of Pisa before trucking on to the Tuscan hills outside Florence. Ready to eat, sleep, repeat in the foodie capital of the world?
Included today:
-Visit Pisa and the famous Leaning Tower
Meals:
-Breakfast
-Dinner
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Day 8:
Florence to Rome
Time to give that bucket list a workout – after a walking tour of Florence, we’re off to Rome! Make like Caesar (the emperor, not the salad) and work up a ‘colossus’ hunger as you pass by the Pantheon, throw your two cents in the Trevi Fountain, sit on the Spanish Steps and visit ancient history's version of the Hunger Games set at the Colosseum. Tonight, you're in Disneyland for foodies. Have fun.
Included today:
-Walking tour of Florence with a local guide
-Walking tour of Rome
Meals:
-Breakfast
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Day 9:
Rome
After breakfast, we’re outta here. But before you go, don’t miss a chance to steal a look at the pope’s hang out spot – the Vatican City. After that, you’re on your own. Enjoy!
Meals:
-Breakfast
Optional activities:
-Vatican City tour
