• Day 1 - London – Paris ( 2 nights )
  Greetings from our Tour Director as we head to Dover for our sea crossing to Calais in France. We have views of Vimy Ridge, location of the Canadian war memorial commemorating the many lives lost during the First World War, with further reminders as we cross the Somme battlefields, before continuing southwards to the glittering city of Paris, Europe's most romantic city. Later, we enjoy a Welcome Drink together - the ideal way to get to know our Tour Director and fellow travellers.
  Hotel: Holiday Inn La Villette
   
• Day 2 - Paris Sightseeing and At Leisure
  Guided sightseeing today shows us the Champs Elysées, Arc de Triomphe, the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, the Opera House and Notre Dame Cathedral. We also take the lift to the second level of the Eiffel Tower for spectacular views over the city! Later you may wish to visit the Louvre Museum and check out the inverted glass pyramid made famous by the Da Vinci Code. Tonight, don’t miss the opportunity to take in a Parisian cabaret, birthplace of them can-can!
  ( Buffet Breakfast )
   
• Day 3 - Paris - Basel - Lucerne
  An early start today as we drive through the Auxerrois and Burgundy vineyards, passing the Castle of Châteauneuf. Past the remains of the Maginot Line at Belfort we reach the Swiss border at Basel and continue to lakeside Lucerne, where an orientation tour shows us the wooden covered Chapel Bridge and the poignant Lion Monument. This evening after dinner at our hotel, perhaps enjoy a drink in one of the cosy bars along the banks of the River Reuss.
  ( Buffet Breakfast / Dinner ) Hotel: Schiller
   
• Day 4 - Lucerne - St. Gotthard - Venice
  This morning we take the scenic St. Gotthard highway southwards, with views of glistening Alpine peaks, and continue to the border with Italy at Chiasso. Then we may catch a glimpse of the steep slopes which surround stunning Lake Como before we continue to the northern plain of Italy. Here we skirt around the vast commercial capital of Milan, before heading eastwards to the magical and truly unique city of Venice. ( Buffet Breakfast / Dinner )
  Hotel: Antony Hotel
   
• Day 5 - Venice Orientation - Florence
  This morning we take our private motor launch to St. Marks Square where we see the Bridge of Sighs and the Doge's Palace. We witness a glassblowing demonstration and have time to explore before driving across the Apennines to the Renaissance city of Florence, where we dine in our hotel tonight.
  ( Buffet Breakfast / Dinner ) Hotel: Grand Hotel Mediterraneo
   
• Day 6 - Florence Sightseeing – Rome ( 2 nights )
  Today’s guided sightseeing tour on foot shows us the multi-coloured marble Cathedral, the Baptistery, Signoria Square and includes a visit to the Basilica of Santa Croce where we see the tomb of Michelangelo. Then we have free time to shop for beautiful high quality leather goods and 18 carat gold jewellery for which the city is renowned before we rejoin the coach to travel on to Rome, the 'Eternal City' and our final destination. ( Buffet Breakfast ) Hotel: Villa Pamphili
   
• Day 7 - Rome Sightseeing and At Leisure
  Our morning sightseeing with a local expert includes a visit to one of the world's most splendid churches, St. Peter's Basilica in the Vatican - allegedly built at the site where the beloved saint met his death. We also see Piazza Venezia and take time to photograph the Victor Emmanuel monument and the 15th century Palazzo Venezia before continuing along the 'Sacred Way' to see the Roman Forum and of course the breathtaking Colosseum where gladiatorial combat took place. Later, we celebrate the end of our tour together with our Tour Director at a Farewell Dinner with wine in a local restaurant!
  ( Buffet Breakfast / Farewell Dinner )
   
• Day 8 - Depart Rome
  This morning it is time to say ’Buon viaggio’ to our touring friends as our tour of Europe comes to an end. Airport transfers are available, conditions apply.
  ( Buffet Breakfast )

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