Itinerary
- Day 1
London to Paris
You'll start in London and make your way down to the White Cliffs of Dover. After the ferry crossing to France, you'll pass through the Somme Valley before arriving in Paris. There's an included dinner and evening at the Eiffel Tower, so you'll get to see the city lights from up there on your first night.
- Meals
- Dinner
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Ibis Budget Paris Porte de Bercy (or similar))
Included Activities
- Ferry across English Channel
- View White Cliffs of Dover
- Drive through Valley of the Somme (World War I battlefields)
- Included dinner in Paris
- Evening at Eiffel Tower
Landmarks/POIs White Cliffs of Dover Eiffel Tower 
- Day 2
Paris
A guided tour takes you through Paris, then you head up Montparnasse Tower for views of the whole city. From there you can spend time wandering through designer shops, checking out Notre-Dame Cathedral, grabbing coffee and crepes, or going through the Louvre. If you want something different in the evening, there's an optional cabaret show.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Ibis Budget Paris Porte de Bercy (or similar))
Included Activities
- Guided city tour of Paris
- Montparnasse Tower visit with views
Optional Activities
- Shopping at designer boutiques and vintage stores
- Visit Notre-Dame Cathedral
- Explore the Louvre
- Parisian cabaret show (evening)
Landmarks/POIs Montparnasse Tower Notre-Dame Cathedral Louvre Arc de Triomphe Champs-Élysées - Day 3
Paris to Beaujolais
After breakfast you travel to the Chateau region and stop for lunch in a wine town along the way. You'll see the Hospices de Beaune with its distinctive tiled roof, then arrive at the 16th century chateau in Beaujolais for dinner and wine tasting included with your tour.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner (Dinner and wine tasting at the château)
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Château de Cruix (or similar))
Included Activities
- Breakfast
- Visit Hospices de Beaune
- Included dinner and wine tasting at château
Optional Activities
- Lunch stop in wine heritage town
Landmarks/POIs Hospices de Beaune - Day 4
Beaujolais
Staying at the chateau, you can do optional sunrise yoga on the grounds or relax by the pool. The main event is a picnic in the chateau gardens where you'll have panoramic views and red wine to enjoy while taking in the countryside.
- Meals
- Picnic Lunch (Picnic in the château gardens)
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Château de Cruix (or similar))
Included Activities
- Picnic in château gardens with red wine
Optional Activities
- Sunrise yoga on château lawn
- Pool time
- Day 5
Beaujolais to Barcelona
You head south toward Barcelona, crossing the Pyrenees into Spain. The beachside city has a laid-back vibe and you'll visit Sagrada Familia after arriving. Dinner's included, giving you a chance to settle into this new part of the trip.
- Meals
- Dinner (Family dinner)
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Sercotel Porta Barcelona Hotel (or similar)), Hotel (Alexandre Fira Congress Hotel (or similar))
Included Activities
- Visit Sagrada Familia
- Included family dinner
Landmarks/POIs Sagrada Familia 
- Day 6
Barcelona
Barcelona's Gothic Quarter is first, then you go up to Montjuic hilltop for the views. There's free time to walk around and see the wild architecture, maybe swim in the Mediterranean if you want. An optional evening of flamenco dancing is available if that interests you.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Sercotel Porta Barcelona Hotel (or similar)), Hotel (Alexandre Fira Congress Hotel (or similar))
Optional Activities
- Explore Gothic Quarter
- Visit Montjuic hilltop
- Swim in Mediterranean Sea
- Flamenco show (evening)
Landmarks/POIs Gothic Quarter Montjuic - Day 7
Barcelona to French Riviera
Leaving Barcelona, you drive through fields of lavender, sunflowers, and wild herbs crossing back into France. Lunch stops in Arles where you'll see the ancient Roman Arena and get a feel for a traditional French town. Then it's on to the French Riviera with its crystal blue waters.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Hôtel Amarante Cannes (or similar)), Hotel (Appart City Classic Nice Acropolis (or similar))
Included Activities
- Visit Arles and Roman Arena
Optional Activities
- Lunch in Arles
Landmarks/POIs Roman Arena of Arles - Day 8
French Riviera to Monaco
On the French Riviera you'll experience local food like lavender honey and aioli, plus rose wine. Later you travel to Monaco for the evening to see the Monte Carlo Casino and Royal Palace. An optional dinner happens before you head back to the coast for the night.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Hôtel Amarante Cannes (or similar)), Hotel (Appart City Classic Nice Acropolis (or similar))
Included Activities
- Visit Monte Carlo Casino
- Visit Royal Palace
Optional Activities
- Optional dinner in Monaco
Landmarks/POIs Monte Carlo Casino Royal Palace of Monaco - Day 9
French Riviera to Venice
Heading into Italy, you stop in Eze to visit a traditional French perfumery where you can make your own signature scent. From there you pass through Verona to see the Roman Arena and Romeo and Juliet locations, then arrive in Venice with its gondolas and canals.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Hotel Riviera dei Dogi (or similar)), Hotel (Hotel San Giuliano (or similar))
Included Activities
- Visit traditional French perfumery in Eze with scent-crafting opportunity
- Visit Verona Roman Arena
- Explore Romeo and Juliet locations in Verona
Landmarks/POIs Verona Roman Arena Eze 
- Day 10
Venice
A full day in Venice starts with a private boat that takes you through the canals to the historical heart. You can do an optional guided food tour, visit the colorful island of Burano and take a gondola ride, or just wander the streets on your own discovering the city.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Hotel Riviera dei Dogi (or similar)), Hotel (Hotel San Giuliano (or similar))
Included Activities
- Private boat ride through Venice canals
Optional Activities
- Guided food tour
- Visit Burano island
- Gondola ride
Landmarks/POIs Burano - Day 11
Venice to Florence
You travel from Venice to Florence with a stop at the Leaning Tower of Pisa for photos. Once in Florence you'll check out the River Arno, taste Tuscan wine and Chianti, and see the Duomo among other sights in this beautiful city.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (B&B Hotel Firenze Novoli (or similar)), Hotel (Hotel Mirage (or similar))
Included Activities
- Visit Leaning Tower of Pisa
Landmarks/POIs Leaning Tower of Pisa Florence Duomo River Arno 
- Day 12
Florence
A full day in Florence mixes guided tours with free time. You'll learn about traditional leatherwork and walk through historic streets on a guided tour covering top sights. The afternoon's yours to browse local markets and try gelato. There's an optional evening at a 14th century monastery with dinner at a countryside restaurant.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (B&B Hotel Firenze Novoli (or similar)), Hotel (Hotel Mirage (or similar))
Included Activities
- Guided walking tour of Florence top sights
- Explore traditional leatherwork
- Walk heritage streets
Optional Activities
- Local market exploration
- Gelato tasting
- Visit 14th century Certossan monastery (evening)
- Dinner at Tuscan countryside restaurant (evening)
Landmarks/POIs Basilica Santa Croce Giotto's Bell Tower Baptistery of Florence Piazza della Signoria - Day 13
Florence to Rome
Leaving Florence for Rome, there's a stop at Casale Polegri, an organic Umbrian farm where you'll have local pasta, olives, wine, and fresh produce. After arriving in Rome you get a brief orientation before checking out Trevi Fountain, the Pantheon, and Piazza Navona with your group.
- Meals
- Lunch (Farm meal including bruschetta with homemade olive oil, focaccia with rosemary and vegetables, risotto or pasta, wine, and dessert at Casale Polegri)
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Pineta Palace Hotel Roma (or similar)), Hotel (iH Hotels Roma Z3 (or similar))
Included Activities
- Visit Casale Polegri organic farm with meal and wine
- Brief orientation tour of Rome
Optional Activities
- Visit Trevi Fountain
- Visit Pantheon
- Visit Piazza Navona
Landmarks/POIs Trevi Fountain Pantheon Piazza Navona - Day 14
Rome
You can learn about the Colosseum and then explore Rome at your own pace. Spend time watching people go by over espresso, try pasta and gelato at different spots, and enjoy caprese salad. Plenty of places to eat in the evening keep you occupied throughout the day.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Pineta Palace Hotel Roma (or similar)), Hotel (iH Hotels Roma Z3 (or similar))
Optional Activities
- Visit Colosseum
- Explore Rome independently
Landmarks/POIs Colosseum - Day 15
Rome to Pompeii to Ferry
From Rome you travel to Pompeii to see the archaeological site buried by Mount Vesuvius in 79 AD. An optional guided tour lets you experience stepping back in time. That evening you board an overnight Adriatic Ferry and fall asleep knowing you're heading to a new country.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Overnight Ferry)
Optional Activities
- Guided tour of Pompeii
Landmarks/POIs Pompeii 
- Day 16
Ferry to Athens
You sail the Adriatic in the morning and get off at Igoumenitsa. The drive includes viewing the Corinth Canal, an impressive carved passageway connecting two seas. Arriving in Athens, you'll see the blend of ancient history and modern city life. An optional traditional Greek dinner with new friends is available.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Athens Center Square Hotel (or similar))
Included Activities
- View Corinth Canal
Optional Activities
- Optional dinner with traditional Greek food in Athens
Landmarks/POIs Corinth Canal - Day 17
Athens
Your final day includes a local guide showing you ancient Athens, visiting the Parthenon and Acropolis temples. You'll also see the first modern Olympic Stadium from 1896. After that comes time to reminisce and say goodbye to your group, ending a two-week journey through Europe.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Guided tour of Parthenon
- Guided tour of Acropolis
- Visit first modern Olympic Stadium (1896)
Landmarks/POIs Parthenon Acropolis Panathenaic Stadium
