Itinerary
- Day 1
London to Paris
Meet your group in London and head out through the English countryside toward the White Cliffs of Dover. You'll see those famous chalk cliffs before taking the ferry across the Channel to Calais. From there, the route goes through the Somme Valley and its World War I battlefields before you arrive in Paris. By evening, the city comes alive and you'll get your first feel for the energy here.
Included Activities
- View White Cliffs of Dover
- Ferry crossing to Calais
- Travel through Valley of the Somme World War I battlefields
- Evening exploration of Paris streets
Landmarks/POIs White Cliffs of Dover Valley of the Somme Calais - Day 2
Paris
This is your day to explore Paris however you like. Walk through the streets, check out Notre Dame Cathedral, browse the boutiques and vintage shops, grab coffee and crepes at a café. The Louvre's museums are there if you want to spend time inside. For dinner, you can choose between heading to Montmartre for a meal surrounded by cobbled streets and street artists near the Sacré-Cœur, or catching a cabaret show instead.
Included Activities
- Free time to explore Paris streets
- View Notre-Dame Cathedral
- Louvre museums access
Optional Activities
- Designer shopping on Champs-Élysées
- French vintage store shopping
- Parisian feast dinner in Montmartre
- Parisian cabaret show
Landmarks/POIs Notre-Dame Cathedral Louvre Champs-Élysées Sacré-Cœur Basilica Montmartre Arc de Triomphe Eiffel Tower - Day 3
Paris to Beaujolais
Leave Paris and head into the French countryside to see Château Fontainebleau with its grand ponds and gardens. Then you'll continue to the Beaujolais wine region and stay at a 16th century château (or Lyon as an alternative). The evening includes wine tasting at the château's working winery, and dinner at a local restaurant with local wine included.
- Meals
- Dinner (Local restaurant meal accompanied by local wine)
Included Activities
- Visit Château Fontainebleau and gardens
- Wine tasting at château winery
- Included dinner at local restaurant with local wine
Landmarks/POIs Château de Fontainebleau Beaujolais Wine Region - Day 4
Beaujolais to French Riviera
Travel through the region known for lavender honey, aioli, and rosé wine. You'll experience the local food and flavors as you make your way toward the French Riviera, sampling what this area does best.
Optional Activities
- Taste lavender honey, aioli and rosé wine
Landmarks/POIs French Riviera - Day 5
French Riviera to Monaco
Start at the Riviera with its crystal blue waters and explore the cobblestone streets and local markets. Then drive along the Côte d'Azur to Monaco. You'll spend the night in Monaco, soaking in its famous glamorous atmosphere before heading out tomorrow.
Included Activities
- Explore Riviera's crystal blue waters
- Visit cobblestone streets and charming markets
- Scenic drive along Côte d'Azur
Optional Activities
- Blackjack table at Monaco casino
Landmarks/POIs Côte d'Azur Monaco City Monte Carlo Casino Royal Palace - Day 6
Monaco to Florence
Cross into Italy and head to the famous Leaning Tower of Pisa. You'll get that iconic photo holding the tower up, then travel to Florence. The Duomo Cathedral's dome marks your arrival in the city. Optionally, you can have a Tuscan dinner featuring olives, pastas, focaccia, meats and wine.
Included Activities
- Visit Leaning Tower of Pisa
- Travel to Florence
- View Duomo Cathedral
Optional Activities
- Tuscan love affair dinner with olives, pastas, focaccia, meats and wine
Landmarks/POIs Leaning Tower of Pisa Duomo Cathedral - Day 7
Florence to Rome
Start with a guided tour of traditional leather craftsmanship and the heritage-filled streets in Florence, then you'll have free time to explore on your own. Later, travel to Rome for the evening and discover Italian icons and the capital's glory at night. You'll have time for gelato, pizza and to see ancient monuments.
Included Activities
- Guided tour of traditional leather art in Florence
- Explore heritage streets of Florence
- Evening exploration of Roman icons and Rome by night
Optional Activities
- Free time to roam Florence
Landmarks/POIs Rome - Day 8
Rome
Spend a full day exploring Rome's Roman architecture and the major sights on your bucket list. Walk through the capital and see its key features and ancient monuments. There's also an option to join a tour that covers Rome of the Emperors and Gladiators if that appeals to you.
Included Activities
- Explore Rome's key Roman architecture and bucket list sights
Optional Activities
- Rome of the Emperors and Gladiators guided tour
Landmarks/POIs Colosseum Roman Forum Vatican City - Day 9
Rome to Venice
Travel to Venice for the afternoon. Board a private boat and navigate through the canals to reach the historical heart of the city. You can take a gondola ride or explore the maze of streets on your own and find hidden corners.
Included Activities
- Private boat ride through Venice canals
- Access to historical heart of Venice
Optional Activities
- Gondola ride
- Self-guided exploration of Venice streets
Landmarks/POIs Venice St. Mark's Square - Day 10
Venice to Munich
Leave Italy behind and head to Germany, traveling through the Austrian Alps to reach Munich. Here you'll see Bavarian culture, the famous Glockenspiel, and charming streets. There are peaceful gardens and beer halls to explore, or you can join a bike tour to see side streets you wouldn't usually discover.
Included Activities
- Travel through Austrian Alps
- Explore Munich's streets and Bavarian culture
- View famous Glockenspiel
Optional Activities
- Explore peaceful gardens
- Visit legendary beer halls
- Munich bike tour
Landmarks/POIs Munich Glockenspiel Austrian Alps - Day 11
Munich to Rhine Valley
Depart Munich with an important stop at the Dachau concentration camp memorial for a sobering reflection on World War II history. Then continue on a scenic route through fairytale castles, vineyards and valleys to the Rhine Valley wine country. The evening includes wine tasting in this charming historic town.
Included Activities
- Visit Dachau concentration camp memorial
- Scenic journey through fairytale castles and vineyards
- Travel through Rhine Valley
Optional Activities
- Wine tasting in Rhine Valley
Landmarks/POIs Dachau Concentration Camp Memorial Rhine Valley Sankt Goar - Day 12
Rhine Valley to Amsterdam
Say goodbye to Germany and head to Amsterdam. Cycle into the countryside admiring windmills in Edam, known for its cheese. Explore Amsterdam's canals lined with crooked houses and lively cafes. Optionally, you can take the A'DAM lookout swing for panoramic views of the twisting canals.
Included Activities
- Cycle through Edam countryside viewing windmills
- Explore Amsterdam's canals and quaint houses
Optional Activities
- A'DAM lookout swing observation deck
Landmarks/POIs Edam Amsterdam Canals A'DAM Lookout - Day 13
Amsterdam
Your last full day on the trip. Explore Amsterdam's quirky museums and sample the city's many cuisines. This evening you can optionally take a canal cruise and have fluffy Dutch pancakes for dinner as the perfect way to say farewell to the city.
Included Activities
- Explore Amsterdam
Optional Activities
- Visit quirky museums
- Sample Amsterdam cuisines
- Amsterdam canal cruise
- Dinner of fluffy Dutch pancakes
Landmarks/POIs Amsterdam - Day 14
Amsterdam to London
Your final day. Those departing from Amsterdam will head to Schiphol Airport by around 10am. For those continuing, you'll travel south through Belgium, cross into France at Calais, and return to London. The 14-day European adventure ends when you arrive in London.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Transfer to Schiphol Airport (for departing travelers)
- Travel through Belgium to Calais
- Ferry crossing back to UK
Landmarks/POIs Schiphol Airport Belgium
