Itinerary
- Day 1
Rome
You'll get transferred to your hotel where your guide meets you and goes over the essentials. Later in the evening, head over to Via Cavour to check out Rome's dining scene. There's a good mix of restaurants around there offering Italian, Indian, Chinese, and international food, so you can pick whatever sounds good to you.
Optional Activities
- Dinner at restaurants on Via Cavour
- Day 2
Rome
This morning starts with a three-hour guided tour that combines walking through Imperial Rome and a panoramic bus ride. You'll see the Arch of Constantine, the Colosseum exterior, Imperial Forums, Circus Maximus, Baths of Caracalla, Basilica of Saint Mary Major, Pyramid of Cestius, and Castel Sant'Angelo. The tour ends at Vatican City around 11:00 a.m. After that, you'll transfer to Trastevere for dinner before heading back to your hotel around 8:30 p.m.
Included Activities
- Three-hour guided tour of Imperial Rome - walking tour and panoramic bus ride
- Transfer to Trastevere neighborhood in evening
Optional Activities
- Visit to Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel
Landmarks/POIs Arch of Constantine Colosseum Imperial Forums Circus Maximus Baths of Caracalla Basilica of Saint Mary Major Pyramid of Cestius Castel Sant'Angelo - Day 3
Rome to Florence
You'll travel north from Rome to Florence and start at Piazzale Michelangelo for views of the city. From there, walk down to the historic center for lunch. Later, a guided walking tour takes you through Ponte Vecchio, the Duomo, and Piazza della Signoria. You'll have free time to wander around this open-air museum at your own pace. Plenty of dinner options are scattered throughout the area.
Included Activities
- Visit to Piazzale Michelangelo
- Guided walking tour of Florence historic center including Ponte Vecchio, Duomo, and Piazza della Signoria
- Transfer to Piazzale Michelangelo in Florence
Optional Activities
- Dinner at restaurants in Florence's historic center
Landmarks/POIs Piazzale Michelangelo Ponte Vecchio Florence Duomo Piazza della Signoria - Day 4
Florence to Venice
Leave Florence and cross the Apennines, enjoying the mountain landscapes along the way. Once you arrive in Venice, you'll take a boat across the Giudecca Canal to the island. A local guide takes you through St. Mark's Square, then you'll visit the Murano Glass Factory to see how they make glass using traditional techniques. After that, you have free time to explore before settling into your accommodation in the Mestre district.
Included Activities
- Boat transfer across Giudecca Canal to Island of Venice
- Visit to St. Mark's Square with local guide
- Tour of Murano Glass Factory
Landmarks/POIs St. Mark's Square Murano Glass Factory - Day 5
Venice to Salzburg
Depart Venice and head for Austria. You'll arrive in Innsbruck and stroll through the historic city center before lunch. From there, the drive continues through scenic mountain roads to Kitzbühel, a ski resort village. After exploring the village, you'll drive to Salzburg, arriving by the end of the day.
Optional Activities
- Lunch in Innsbruck
Landmarks/POIs Innsbruck Historic City Center Kitzbühel - Day 6
Salzburg to Vienna
This morning you'll explore Salzburg, Mozart's city with its Renaissance and Baroque center dominated by a grand castle. Then travel through lakes and mountains to St. Wolfgang, a pilgrimage site. Continue to Traunkirchen on the beautiful Traunsee Lake and take an included cruise that passes four of the lake's castles before disembarking in Gmunden. From there, drive to Vienna, arriving in the evening.
Included Activities
- Guided tour of Salzburg
- Cruise on Traunsee Lake viewing four castles
Landmarks/POIs Salzburg St. Wolfgang Traunsee Lake Gmunden - Day 7
Vienna
You'll get a panoramic tour of Vienna with a local guide who explores the majestic avenues, beautiful palaces, large parks, and the vibrant city center. The afternoon is yours to explore on your own. Later in the evening, transfer to Grinzing district, an old wine-growing village that's now part of the city. It's known for traditional taverns where you can dine freely.
Included Activities
- Panoramic tour of Vienna with local guide
- Transfer to Grinzing district in evening
Optional Activities
- Dinner at traditional taverns in Grinzing
Landmarks/POIs Grinzing - Day 8
Vienna to Budapest
Travel about three hours to Budapest, Hungary. Start at Váci utca where you'll have free time for lunch. Later, take an included boat trip on the Danube River to see historic Buda and cosmopolitan Pest. Then a panoramic tour of the 'Queen of the Danube' begins with free time afterward to explore. In the evening, there's an optional Magyar show with dinner if you're interested.
Included Activities
- Boat trip on Danube River
- Panoramic tour of Budapest
Optional Activities
- Magyar show with dinner in evening
Landmarks/POIs Váci utca Danube River - Day 9
Budapest to Prague
Leave Budapest early and head to Bratislava, Slovakia's charming capital along the Danube with an attractive historic center. You'll have time to explore and grab lunch. After that, continue to the Czech Republic and arrive in Prague in the evening. Transfer to Old Town Square for an introduction to Prague's vibrant atmosphere. Dinner is at one of the many restaurants offering different cuisines before heading back to the hotel.
Optional Activities
- Dinner at restaurants in Old Town Square
Landmarks/POIs Bratislava Historic Center Old Town Square - Day 10
Prague
Spend the day in Prague on an informative panoramic tour with a local guide who highlights the city's outstanding monuments. Prague Castle is included with admission. You'll also take an included boat ride on the Vltava River. The afternoon is free for you to explore the city at your own pace.
Included Activities
- Panoramic tour of Prague with local guide
- Visit to Prague Castle with admission included
- Boat ride on Vltava River
Landmarks/POIs Prague Castle Vltava River - Day 11
Prague to Frankfurt
Leave Prague early and stop in Pilsen in western Bohemia, known for beer. Take a stroll through the historic center including Old Town Square, cathedral, Plague Column, and Renaissance town hall. Then cross into Germany along the Romantic Road and visit Rothenburg, a fairy-tale village and one of Germany's most beautiful. Continue to Frankfurt, the financial capital. After arriving in the evening, you'll have free time in the historic city center with diverse dining options.
Included Activities
- Stop in Pilsen historic center
- Visit to Rothenburg
Optional Activities
- Dinner at restaurants in Frankfurt's historic city center
Landmarks/POIs Pilsen Old Town Square Pilsen Cathedral Rothenburg - Day 12
Frankfurt to Amsterdam
This morning takes you on a scenic cruise on the Rhine between Rüdesheim and St. Goar, the river's most picturesque section. Later travel to Cologne, known for its immense Gothic cathedral. Head to Holland and arrive in Amsterdam in the evening.
Included Activities
- Scenic cruise on Rhine River between Rüdesheim and St. Goar
Landmarks/POIs Rhine River Rüdesheim St. Goar Cologne Cathedral - Day 13
Amsterdam
Start with picturesque Dutch places at Zaanse Schans featuring charming houses, canals, and windmills. Continue to Volendam, a scenic fishing village. Take a short boat ride to Marken, once an island and now connected to mainland by a fixed dike, with traditionally constructed stilt houses. Return to Amsterdam for an afternoon guided tour highlighting windmill imagery, the Rembrandt statue, the contemporary South District, and historic diamond cutting at Museum Square. Walk into the city heart and have free time exploring famous canals, markets, and cafés.
Included Activities
- Visit to Zaanse Schans
- Visit to Volendam
- Boat ride to Marken
- Guided tour of Amsterdam including windmill imagery, Rembrandt statue, South District, and Diamond Cutting Workshop at Museum Square
Landmarks/POIs Zaanse Schans Volendam Marken Rembrandt Statue Museum Square - Day 14
Amsterdam to Paris
After breakfast, head to Belgium for Brussels, the capital and home to main European institutions. The city blends elegance with multiculturalism nicely. You'll see the impressive Grand Place, a jewel of Flemish Baroque, and stroll past the symbolic Manneken Pis. This city fuses history, chocolate, and modernity together. Continue to France and arrive in Paris at the end of the day.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Breakfast before departure
- Visit to Brussels - Grand Place and Manneken Pis
Landmarks/POIs Grand Place Manneken Pis - Day 15
Paris
Visit the magnificent Palace of Versailles (admission not included) with its gardens. Return to Paris and check out Montmartre, a charming bohemian neighborhood famous for artists, painters, and cabarets. Take a panoramic city tour with a local guide showcasing impressive avenues and iconic monuments before heading back to your hotel. There's an optional variety show available in the evening.
Included Activities
- Panoramic tour of Paris with local guide
Optional Activities
- Visit to Palace of Versailles - entrance not included
- Visit to Montmartre neighborhood
- Evening variety show
Landmarks/POIs Palace of Versailles Montmartre - Day 16
Paris to Rouen
Start in central Paris with a visit to the iconic Eiffel Tower and go up to the second floor (tickets included). Later, take a relaxing boat cruise along the Seine. The afternoon is yours to explore Paris at your own pace. Around 4:00 p.m., depart for Normandy and arrive in Rouen. You'll have free time to explore the historic center of this vibrant Roman city with charming medieval architecture and an impressive Gothic cathedral.
Included Activities
- Visit to Eiffel Tower with tickets included for second floor
- Boat cruise along the Seine
Landmarks/POIs Eiffel Tower Seine River Rouen Historic Center Rouen Cathedral - Day 17
Rouen to London
Stroll through Rouen's center this morning. Travel to northern France and cross the English Channel by ferry to reach Canterbury, England's religious capital, with its charming historic center. Continue to London and have free time in the Tower Bridge area, one of the city's most iconic symbols, before heading to the hotel.
Included Activities
- Ferry crossing from France to England
Optional Activities
- Stroll through Rouen center
- Visit to Canterbury
Landmarks/POIs Canterbury Tower Bridge - Day 18
London
Get to know London on a panoramic tour with a local guide showcasing the city's culture and history. You'll see Parliament, the River Thames, and Buckingham Palace, where you might witness the Changing of the Guard depending on what dates you're traveling. In the evening, meet at Piccadilly for a stroll through Leicester Square, Chinatown, and Soho. These areas have a lively atmosphere with theaters and entertainment. Lots of restaurant choices for dinner before returning to your hotel.
Included Activities
- Panoramic tour of London with local guide
Optional Activities
- Dinner in Leicester Square, Chinatown, or Soho
Landmarks/POIs Parliament River Thames Buckingham Palace Piccadilly Leicester Square Chinatown Soho - Day 19
London
After breakfast, visit the British Museum, one of the world's oldest and most well-known museums featuring artifacts from cultures around the globe. At lunchtime, transfer to Camden, famous for its vibrant and eclectic market with items from various cultures. The afternoon is free for you to explore at your leisure. The tour ends here.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Breakfast before departure
- Visit to British Museum
- Transfer to Camden district
Optional Activities
- Shopping and browsing at Camden Market
Landmarks/POIs British Museum Camden Market
