Itinerary
- Day 1
Arrival
You'll get transferred to your hotel and have the afternoon to get settled. Stop by the hotel reception desk to check for any information about when your tour officially starts.
- Day 2
Barcelona to Girona
Start the morning exploring Barcelona, walking through Gaudí's modernist buildings, the Ramblas, and checking out the city's Olympic history. Later in the evening, head north to Girona for a walking tour of the historic center with its colorful buildings, the old Jewish quarter, and the cathedral.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- City tour of Barcelona
- Walking tour of Girona historic center
Landmarks/POIs Sagrada Familia Las Ramblas Girona Cathedral Girona Jewish Quarter - Day 3
Girona to Chambéry
Travel into France through Provence, stopping in Arles to see the Roman theater and Romanesque churches where you'll have time for lunch. After that, visit Carrières des Lumières to walk through an incredible underground art installation set in an ancient quarry. Then continue to Chambéry, a medieval city with a nice historic center and castle.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit to Carrières des Lumières (art show in underground quarry)
- Exploration of Arles
Optional Activities
- Alternative visit to Pont du Gard (if Carrières des Lumières unavailable due to high demand)
Landmarks/POIs Arles Roman Theater Carrières des Lumières Pont du Gard Chambéry Castle - Day 4
Chambéry to Leysin
Cross into Switzerland and arrive in Geneva to visit the Palais des Nations, wander the English Garden with its flower clock, and see the Jet d'Eau fountain. From there, head to Gruyères, a walled village where you can visit the Maison Cailler Chocolate Factory. Stop at Chillon Castle on Lake Geneva's shores before reaching Leysin, a mountain village overlooking the Rhône Valley and Mont Blanc. Dinner is included.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
Included Activities
- Visit to Palais des Nations (UN headquarters)
- English Garden exploration with flower clock
- Maison Cailler Chocolate Factory admission and tasting
- Chillon Castle admission
Optional Activities
- Nearby Switzerland chocolate factories
Landmarks/POIs Palais des Nations Jet d'Eau English Garden Gruyères Maison Cailler Chillon Castle - Day 5
Leysin to Zurich
Take a cable car up to Glacier 3000, one of Switzerland's top mountain spots. Walk across the suspended bridge connecting two peaks, see the Ice Cathedral, or check out the Fun Park if you're interested. Grab lunch in Interlaken, then head to Lucerne and arrive in Zurich by evening with time to walk around before getting to your hotel.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Glacier 3000 cable car ride
- Walking on suspended bridge between mountain peaks
- Ice Cathedral exploration
- Fun Park access
Optional Activities
- Glacier 3000 alternative alpine experience (if cable car closed due to weather)
Landmarks/POIs Glacier 3000 Ice Cathedral - Day 6
Zurich to Paris
Leave Zurich and travel to the Alsace region in France, first stopping in Strasbourg to explore this charming city that blends French and German influences. You'll have time to wander before driving to Paris, where you'll arrive in the evening.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Exploration of Strasbourg
Landmarks/POIs Strasbourg Cathedral - Day 7
Paris
Spend the morning at the Palace of Versailles to experience French history (admission costs extra). Return to Paris and visit Montmartre, the bohemian neighborhood known for its artists and cabarets. A local guide then takes you on a panoramic tour of Paris, showing you the grand avenues and iconic landmarks before heading back to your hotel.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Panoramic city tour of Paris with local guide
- Visit to Montmartre
Optional Activities
- Excursion to Palace of Versailles
- Optional variety show in the evening
Landmarks/POIs Palace of Versailles Montmartre - Day 8
Paris to Rouen
Start in central Paris with a visit to the Eiffel Tower and go up to the second floor. After that, take a relaxing boat cruise along the Seine. The afternoon is free to walk around Paris on your own. Around 4:00 p.m., depart for Normandy and reach Rouen with free time to see its historic center, medieval architecture, and Gothic cathedral.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Eiffel Tower visit with second floor access
- Boat cruise along the Seine
Landmarks/POIs Eiffel Tower River Seine Rouen Cathedral - Day 9
Rouen to London
Take a walk through Rouen's center, then travel to northern France. Cross the English Channel by ferry to reach Canterbury, England's religious capital with a charming historic center. Continue on to London and explore the Tower Bridge area before heading to your hotel.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Stroll through Rouen center
- Visit to Canterbury
Landmarks/POIs Canterbury Cathedral Tower Bridge - Day 10
London
A local guide gives you a panoramic tour of London, covering the city's culture and history including Parliament, the River Thames, and Buckingham Palace where you might see the Changing of the Guard depending on the date. In the evening, meet at Piccadilly to explore Leicester Square, Chinatown, and Soho, areas packed with theaters and restaurants. Pick a place for dinner and return to your hotel.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Panoramic city tour of London with local guide
- Evening stroll through Leicester Square, Chinatown, and Soho
Landmarks/POIs Big Ben Buckingham Palace River Thames Piccadilly Circus Leicester Square Chinatown Soho - Day 11
London
After breakfast, visit the British Museum, one of the world's oldest museums with artifacts from various cultures worldwide. Around lunchtime, a transfer takes you to Camden to check out its vibrant market full of items from different cultures. The afternoon is yours to explore however you'd like. Your trip wraps up here with some great memories.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- British Museum visit
Optional Activities
- Camden market exploration
Landmarks/POIs British Museum Camden Market
