Itinerary
- Day 1
London
You'll arrive in London and transfer to your hotel. After settling in, the rest of the day is yours to explore at your own pace. With so much history and iconic landmarks around, you can wander the streets and get a feel for the city on your first evening.
- Start point
- Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 and 3 Railway Station (HXX), Heathrow Airport, Hounslow, England TW6 1EW, United Kingdom (Arrival Transfer )
Optional Activities
- Visit Buckingham Palace
- Visit Tower of London
- Visit Tower Bridge
- Visit Westminster Abbey
- Explore Hyde Park
- Visit UK Parliament
- Explore The Shard
- Visit a traditional pub
Landmarks Buckingham Palace Tower of London Tower Bridge Westminster Abbey UK Parliament The Shard Hyde Park 
- Day 2
London
Following breakfast, you'll hop on a panoramic bus with hop-on hop-off service and audio guides in five languages. You can choose the Red Route to see famous monuments or the Blue Route heading west through Notting Hill and Kensington. Your ticket includes a River Thames cruise, so you'll get both land and water perspectives of the city.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Hop-on Hop-off bus tour of London (24 hours) with choice of Red Route or Blue Route
- Cruise on the River Thames
Optional Activities
- Audio guide for bus tour (5 languages available including English)
Landmarks Belgravia Tower Bridge Notting Hill Paddington Station Kensington Palace Harrods River Thames - Day 3
London to Paris
After breakfast, you're heading to the train station for the Eurostar journey beneath the English Channel to Paris. The trip takes a few hours, and once you arrive, you'll have the afternoon and evening to explore the City of Light on your own. Grab lunch somewhere and start getting oriented to the neighborhood around your hotel.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Visit Eiffel Tower
- Visit Madeleine Market
- Visit Grande Halles
- Explore 7th arrondissement
- Visit Champs-Élysées
- Visit Bourbon Palace
- Visit Musée d'Orsay
Landmarks Eiffel Tower Madeleine Market Grande Halles Champs-Élysées Bourbon Palace Musée d'Orsay 
- Day 4
Paris
You'll join a guided boat tour on the Seine River after breakfast. From the water, you'll see the Eiffel Tower, Les Invalides, Notre-Dame, the Louvre, and more. Audio guides in 14 languages provide context about each landmark and the city's history and architecture as you cruise along.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Cruise on the Seine with audio guide (14 languages available)
Landmarks Eiffel Tower Les Invalides Parliament Building Musée d'Orsay Institut de France Notre-Dame Cathedral City Hall La Conciergerie Louvre Obelisk Grand Palais 
- Day 5
Paris to Strasbourg
In the morning, you'll head to the train station and travel to Strasbourg. Once you arrive and get to your hotel, you can drop your bags and spend the afternoon checking out this city. The Gothic cathedral is particularly worth seeing, and you'll notice the influence of the European institutions based here.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Visit Strasbourg Cathedral
- Explore European institutions (European Parliament, Council of Europe, Court of Human Rights)
- Taste Alsatian cuisine
Landmarks Strasbourg Cathedral European Parliament Council of Europe European Court of Human Rights 
- Day 6
Strasbourg to Dijon
After breakfast, you'll make your way to the train station and travel to Dijon. After arriving at your hotel and checking in, the afternoon is free to explore. This Burgundy city has medieval architecture, botanical gardens, and it's famous for its mustard production, so there's plenty to see.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Visit Jardin de l'Arquebuse (botanical and zoological garden)
- Explore Old Quarter (Old Dijon) with cobbled streets and half-timbered houses
- Visit Mustard Museum
- Learn about mustard manufacturing
Landmarks Jardin de l'Arquebuse Old Dijon - Day 7
Dijon
You'll spend the day exploring Dijon at your own pace. Start by heading up Philippe Le Bon Tower for views across the city. Then walk through the Palace of the Dukes of Burgundy and Notre-Dame church, which has both Medieval and Renaissance elements mixed throughout its design.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Visit Philippe Le Bon Tower
- Visit Palace of the Dukes of Burgundy
- Visit Notre-Dame church
- Explore museums and art galleries
- Attend cultural events
Landmarks Philippe Le Bon Tower Palace of the Dukes of Burgundy Notre-Dame church - Day 8
Dijon to Lyon
Following breakfast, you'll travel by train to Lyon. Check in at your hotel and then start exploring this historic city. It sits along the Rhône River and blends rich heritage with a lively food scene and cultural activity. The location combines old-world charm with modern energy.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Explore traboules (secret passages in the old town)
- Visit historical sites
- Experience food scene
Landmarks Rhône River - Day 9
Lyon
You have the day to explore Lyon at your own pace. The city was capital of the ancient Gauls and holds the largest Renaissance heritage outside Venice and Florence. Check out Old Lyon, the Cathedral of Saint John, the Basilica of Notre-Dame de Fourvière perched on the hill, and the modern opera house.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Panoramic tour of Lyon
- Visit Old Lyon (medieval and Renaissance quarter)
- Visit Cathedral of Saint John with astronomical clock
- Visit Basilica of Notre-Dame de Fourvière
- Explore Place de la Comédie
- Visit Rue de la République
- Explore Place des Terreaux
- Visit modern Lyon Opera
- Visit cinema institute paying tribute to Lumière brothers
Landmarks Old Lyon Cathedral of Saint John Basilica of Notre-Dame de Fourvière Place de la Comédie Rue de la République Place des Terreaux Lyon Opera - Day 10
Lyon to Nice
After breakfast, you're traveling by train to Nice on the Côte d'Azur. It's the largest city along the coast, known for beaches, spas, museums, and nightlife with great sea views. The Greeks founded it in the 4th century BC, and the name comes from Nikaia, meaning victory in Greek.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Relax on beaches
- Visit museums
- Explore nightlife
- Enjoy sea views and walks
Landmarks Côte d'Azur 
- Day 11
Nice
You have a free day to explore this coastal city. Wander through Vieux Nice with its narrow streets and colorful buildings. Visit the Cathedral of St. Nicholas and check out the Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art. The local food shows Italian influences from Nice's proximity to the border, so try some local specialties.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Explore Vieux Nice (Old Town) with narrow streets and lively markets
- Visit Cathedral of St. Nicholas
- Visit Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art
- Enjoy beaches
- Explore local Italian-influenced cuisine
Landmarks Vieux Nice Cathedral of St. Nicholas Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art - Day 12
Nice to Toulouse
After breakfast at the hotel, you'll travel by train to Toulouse. This city is called La Ville Rose (The Pink City) because of its distinctive terracotta brick buildings. You'll notice the Canal du Midi, a UNESCO World Heritage Site that connects the Garonne River to the Mediterranean Sea.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Explore Canal du Midi
- Visit local attractions
- Try cassoulet (regional meat and bean stew)
Landmarks Canal du Midi Garonne River - Day 13
Toulouse
You'll spend the day exploring Toulouse at your own pace. Head to Place du Capitole, the heart of the city and a lively square with the town hall. The Japanese Garden is nearby if you want something peaceful. You can also learn about Toulouse's aerospace industry, which centers around Airbus.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Visit Place du Capitole
- Explore Capitole (town hall)
- Visit Japanese Garden (Jardin Japonais)
- Learn about aerospace industry and Airbus complex
- Explore markets and festivals
Landmarks Place du Capitole Capitole Jardin Japonais - Day 14
Toulouse to Bordeaux
After breakfast, you'll travel by train to Bordeaux. Transfer to your hotel, drop off your luggage, and spend the afternoon exploring. This elegant city in southwest France is known for its historical importance, impressive architecture, and world-renowned wines.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Explore historic center (UNESCO World Heritage Site)
- Visit museums and galleries
- Tour vineyards and wine estates
- Try regional dishes including entrécôte à la bordelaise and canelé
Landmarks Historic Centre of Bordeaux - Day 15
Bordeaux
You'll explore Bordeaux throughout the day after breakfast. Visit the Water Mirror on Place de la Bourse, the world's largest reflecting pool that mirrors the historic buildings around it. Check out Place de la Bourse with its neoclassical architecture and walk the historic Pont de Pierre stone bridge, built by order of Napoleon.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Visit Miroir d'eau (Water Mirror) on Place de la Bourse
- Explore Place de la Bourse
- Cross Pont de Pierre (Stone Bridge)
- Optional day tour to Lourdes
Landmarks Miroir d'eau Place de la Bourse Stock Exchange Pont de Pierre Garonne River Lourdes - Day 16
Bordeaux to Tours
Following breakfast, you'll head to the train station and travel to Tours in the Loire Valley. It's the largest city in the Centre-Loire Valley region and was an important religious and cultural center during the Middle Ages. St. Gatien's Cathedral with its Gothic architecture is worth seeing when you arrive.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Visit St. Gatien's Cathedral
- See the tomb of General José de San Martín
- Explore Loire Valley wines
- Visit local wineries and vineyards
Landmarks St. Gatien's Cathedral Loire River - Day 17
Tours
You'll explore Tours at your own pace after breakfast. Wander the charming historic center and look for the distinctive half-timbered houses with exposed wooden facades, some dating back to the Middle Ages. Plumereau Square is famous for its medieval architecture, and you can visit the Museum of Fine Arts and the Compagnonnage Museum.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Explore half-timbered houses in historic center
- Visit Plumereau Square
- Visit Museum of Fine Arts
- Visit Compagnonnage Museum (traditional craft skills)
- Explore cobblestone streets
Landmarks Plumereau Square Museum of Fine Arts Compagnonnage Museum - Day 18
Tours to London
After breakfast, you'll make your way to the train station and travel back to Paris. Your tour comes to an end when you arrive in the City of Light, giving you the option to extend your stay or head home.
- Meals
- Breakfast
