Itinerary
- Day 1
Rome to Florence
Your European journey starts in Rome, and from there you'll head to Florence, the heart of Tuscany. Once you arrive, you'll walk through the city and stroll along the River Arno to get a feel for the place. The Duomo Cathedral is right there to see, and if you're interested, you can try some Chianti wine while you're in the area. There's an optional Tuscan dinner available tonight if you want to cap off the day with local food.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Tuscan dinner
Landmarks/POIs Florence Duomo Cathedral River Arno - Day 2
Florence to Swiss Alps
You're heading to Pisa first to grab that famous photo with the Leaning Tower, and then you'll continue on to the Swiss Alps. By the time you reach your mountain accommodation, you'll be surrounded by snowcapped peaks. The views from where you're staying are really something. An optional fondue dinner is available tonight to celebrate this leg of the trip.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Fondue dinner
Landmarks/POIs Leaning Tower of Pisa - Day 3
Swiss Alps
This morning you'll wake up to incredible mountain views right from your room. The day is yours to spend however you like in this classic Alpine town. If you're feeling adventurous, there's a mountain excursion available with the group, or you can try paragliding if that appeals to you. Otherwise, just relax and wander around at your own pace.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Guided yoga session on the château lawns
Optional Activities
- Mountain trip with travel crew
- Paragliding
- Day 4
Swiss Alps to Beaujolais
You'll catch one more breath of fresh mountain air before heading to France. The route takes you through Geneva, where you'll stop for lunch and check out the famous water fountain while you eat. After that, grab some Swiss chocolate before heading to the Beaujolais wine region. You'll stay at a 16th century chateau, and dinner plus wine tasting are included tonight at the property.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (Dinner and wine tasting at the château)
Included Activities
- Visit Geneva water fountain
- Dinner and wine tasting at the château
Landmarks/POIs Jet d'Eau (Geneva Water Fountain) - Day 5
Beaujolais
You're spending another day at the chateau in the French countryside. Early morning has optional sunrise yoga on the lawn if that interests you, or you can just relax by the pool instead. The real highlight is a French-style picnic in the chateau gardens with panoramic views and red wine.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch (Picnic in the château gardens with red wine)
Included Activities
- Guided yoga session on the château lawns
- French-style picnic in the château gardens
- Day 6
Beaujolais to Paris
After leaving the chateau behind, you'll travel through Burgundy's wine-producing region and head to Paris, the City of Lights. Once you arrive, there's a night-time tour of the city where you'll see lamp-lit bridges, the sparkling Eiffel Tower, and evening coffee spots that capture the feel of Paris. It's a good way to get oriented after the drive.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Night-time tour of Paris including Eiffel Tower, Arc de Triomphe, Louvre, Champs-Élysées, and Notre-Dame Cathedral
Landmarks/POIs Eiffel Tower Arc de Triomphe Louvre Champs-Élysées Notre-Dame Cathedral - Day 7
Paris
Today you'll take in the major highlights of Paris. You can visit the Fragonard Perfumery to learn about fragrance creation, check out haute couture shops, and head to Notre-Dame Cathedral where you'll grab coffee and crepes. The Louvre is also on the agenda if you want to spend time exploring art. Your last night here includes dinner and a cabaret show.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
Included Activities
- Fragonard Perfumery tour
- Visit to Notre-Dame Cathedral
- Louvre Museum exploration
Optional Activities
- Dinner and cabaret show
Landmarks/POIs Fragonard Perfumery Notre-Dame Cathedral Louvre - Day 8
Paris to London (or Calais)
This is your final day in Paris to soak up the atmosphere and reflect on the trip. If you're continuing to London, you'll head south to Calais and cross from France to England by the end of the day. Those ending their journey will say goodbye to the group once you arrive in London.
- Meals
- Breakfast
