Itinerary
- Day 1
Madrid
You'll arrive in Madrid and get transferred from the airport to your hotel, giving you time to get settled. Later this evening, head over to Plaza Mayor and La Latina where you can pick a restaurant that appeals to you. Spanish tapas are popular in this neighborhood, but you'll also find Indian, Chinese, and Middle Eastern options if you're in the mood for something different.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Praga)
Optional Activities
- Dinner at a restaurant in Plaza Mayor or La Latina (multiple cuisines available: Indian, Chinese, Spanish, Middle Eastern)
Landmarks Plaza Mayor La Latina 
- Day 2
Madrid
This morning starts with a comprehensive tour of central Madrid covering Paseo del Prado, Cibeles, Neptuno, Puerta de Alcalá, Plaza de Colón, and Plaza Mayor. After that, you'll visit Retiro Park to see the lake and Palacio de Cristal. The afternoon includes entry to Santiago Bernabéu Stadium, home of Real Madrid. You'll have free time after that before heading back to your hotel in the evening.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Praga)
Included Activities
- Comprehensive tour of central Madrid (Paseo del Prado, Cibeles, Neptuno, Puerta de Alcalá, Plaza de Colón, Plaza Mayor)
- Visit to Retiro Park and Palacio de Cristal
- Admission to Santiago Bernabéu Stadium
Landmarks Paseo del Prado Cibeles Neptuno Puerta de Alcalá Plaza de Colón Plaza Mayor Retiro Park Palacio de Cristal Santiago Bernabéu Stadium 
- Day 3
Madrid - Zaragoza - Poblet - Barcelona
You'll leave Madrid early and travel through Castile toward Zaragoza, stopping to see the Cathedral-Basilica of Our Lady of the Pillar. From there, continue to Poblet Abbey, one of the best-preserved medieval monasteries around, with admission included. Later you'll head to Barcelona, arriving by evening.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Ac Hotel Som By Marriott)
Included Activities
- Visit to Cathedral-Basilica of Our Lady of the Pillar in Zaragoza
- Visit to Poblet Abbey (admission included)
Landmarks Cathedral-Basilica of Our Lady of the Pillar Poblet Abbey 
- Day 4
Barcelona - Girona
Start your morning exploring Barcelona with a tour focusing on the City of Counts, where Gaudí's modernist architecture, the Ramblas, and historic sites are highlighted. In the evening, you'll travel north into Catalonia and walk through Girona's historic center, seeing the colorful houses, old Jewish quarter, and cathedral.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Best Western Premier Cmc Girona)
Included Activities
- City tour of Barcelona
- Walking tour of Girona historic center
Landmarks Ramblas Girona Cathedral 
- Day 5
Girona - Arles - Chambéry
Travel through Provence to Arles, a UNESCO World Heritage city with connections to Van Gogh. You'll see the Roman theater and Romanesque churches with time to grab lunch. After that comes Carrières des Lumières, an underground art show set in an ancient quarry with projections and sound. The day ends in Chambéry, a medieval city with a historic center and large castle.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Kyriad Chambery Centre)
Included Activities
- Visit to Arles
- Visit to Roman theater and Romanesque churches in Arles
- Visit to Carrières des Lumières (or alternative visit to Pont du Gard if unavailable)
Landmarks Arles Roman Theater Carrières des Lumières Pont du Gard 
- Day 6
Chambéry - Geneva - Gruyères - Chillon - Leysin
Head to Switzerland and Geneva to see the Palais des Nations, the English Garden with its flower clock, and the Jet d'Eau fountain. Then go to Gruyères, famous for its cheese, and visit the Maison Cailler Chocolate Factory with admission included and a tasting experience. Next comes Chillon Castle on Lake Geneva with entry provided, then continue to Leysin, a charming Alpine village. Dinner is provided.
- Meals
- Dinner
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Alpine Classic Hotel Leysin)
Included Activities
- Visit to Palais des Nations in Geneva
- Visit to English Garden and Jet d'Eau in Geneva
- Visit to Gruyères
- Admission to Maison Cailler Chocolate Factory
- Admission to Chillon Castle
Landmarks Palais des Nations English Garden Jet d'Eau Gruyères Maison Cailler Chocolate Factory Chillon Castle 
- Day 7
Leysin - Glacier 3000 - Interlaken - Lucerne - Zurich
You'll experience mountain scenery as you take a cable car up to Glacier 3000, one of Switzerland's top spots with year-round ice and snow. There you can walk on the suspended bridge between peaks, check out the Ice Cathedral, or try the Fun Park. Stop in Interlaken for lunch, then travel to Lucerne before arriving in Zurich by evening with time to walk around the center.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Harrys Home Wallisellen)
Included Activities
- Cable car ride to Glacier 3000
- Suspended bridge walk between mountain peaks
- Access to Ice Cathedral
- Access to Fun Park at Glacier 3000
Landmarks Glacier 3000 Ice Cathedral 
- Day 8
Zurich - Bellinzona - Como - Milan
Leave Zurich early and cross the Alps into the Italian-speaking region of Switzerland. Stop in Bellinzona to explore its three medieval UNESCO castles that sit on hills overlooking the city, with free time to wander through the charming center. Head to Como for lunch, known for its lakeside gardens and cathedral. Continue to Milan where your guide shows you Piazza del Duomo before you head to the hotel.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Belstay Milano Assago), Hotel (Ih Milano Lorenteggio)
Included Activities
- Visit to Bellinzona and its three medieval castles (UNESCO World Heritage Sites)
- Visit to Como
- Visit to Piazza del Duomo in Milan
Landmarks Bellinzona Castles Como Cathedral Piazza del Duomo 
- Day 9
Milan - Pisa - Rome
Travel to Pisa and take a small tourist train to Piazza dei Miracoli, where you'll see one of Italy's most notable art complexes including the famous Leaning Tower of Pisa. Then head to Rome, arriving later in the day.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Ergife)
Included Activities
- Tourist train ride to Piazza dei Miracoli in Pisa
- Visit to Piazza dei Miracoli and Leaning Tower of Pisa
Landmarks Leaning Tower of Pisa Piazza dei Miracoli 
- Day 10
Rome
Join a three-hour guided tour combining a walking section through Imperial Rome with a panoramic bus ride. You'll see the Arch of Constantine, Colosseum exterior, Imperial Forums, Circus Maximus, Baths of Caracalla, Basilica of Saint Mary Major, Pyramid of Cestius, and Castel Sant'Angelo. The tour finishes at Vatican City around 11 a.m. In the evening, transfer to Trastevere for dinner at cozy restaurants in that lively neighborhood.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Ergife)
Included Activities
- Three-hour guided tour of Imperial Rome (walking and panoramic bus)
Optional Activities
- Visit to Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel (optional)
Landmarks Arch of Constantine Colosseum Imperial Forums Circus Maximus Baths of Caracalla Basilica of Saint Mary Major Pyramid of Cestius Castel Sant'Angelo Vatican City Vatican Museums Sistine Chapel Trastevere 
- Day 11
Rome - Florence
Leave Rome and head north to Florence, starting at Piazzale Michelangelo for city views. Walk toward the historic center for lunch, then join a guided walking tour with a local expert visiting Ponte Vecchio, the Duomo, and Piazza della Signoria. This city functions like an open-air museum. You'll have the afternoon to explore at your own pace, then choose from many restaurant options with international cuisines for dinner.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Nilhotel)
Included Activities
- Visit to Piazzale Michelangelo
- Guided walking tour of Florence historic center (Ponte Vecchio, Duomo, Piazza della Signoria)
Landmarks Piazzale Michelangelo Ponte Vecchio Duomo of Florence Piazza della Signoria 
- Day 12
Florence - Venice
Cross the Apennines enjoying mountain landscapes on the way to Venice. Once there, take a boat across the Giudecca Canal to the Island of Venice. With a local guide, you'll visit St. Mark's Square, then tour the Murano Glass Factory to see the techniques used in this ancient glass. You'll have free time to explore on your own. You'll stay in the Mestre district.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Novotel Mestre Castellana)
Included Activities
- Boat across Giudecca Canal to Island of Venice
- Visit to St. Mark's Square
- Tour of Murano Glass Factory
Landmarks St. Mark's Square Murano Glass Factory 
- Day 13
Venice
After breakfast, your journey comes to an end, leaving you with wonderful lasting memories.
- Meals
- Breakfast
