Itinerary
- Day 1
Madrid
After arriving at Madrid airport, you'll get a transfer to your hotel where you can take time to settle in and freshen up. Later this evening, head over to Plaza Mayor and wander through La Latina, the historic neighborhood with narrow streets and character. You've got options for dinner ranging from Indian and Chinese to Spanish and Middle Eastern restaurants in the area.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Praga)
Optional Activities
- Dinner at a restaurant of your choice in Plaza Mayor and La Latina (Indian, Chinese, Spanish, or Middle Eastern cuisines available)
Landmarks/POIs Plaza Mayor La Latina 
- Day 2
Madrid
This morning includes a guided tour of central Madrid hitting major spots like Paseo del Prado, Cibeles fountain, Neptuno, Puerta de Alcalá, Plaza de Colón, and Plaza Mayor. After that, you'll walk through Retiro Park to see the lake and Crystal Palace. Then comes a visit to Santiago Bernabéu Stadium, where Real Madrid plays. Your afternoon is free, so you can explore on your own before heading back to the hotel.
- 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/POIs 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 - Barcelona
Leaving Madrid early, you'll travel through Castile and into Aragon. The route takes you to the Cathedral-Basilica of Our Lady of the Pillar in Zaragoza for a stop there. From there, continue to Poblet Abbey, a well-preserved medieval monastery set in a quiet location. By evening you'll arrive in Barcelona, so it's mostly a travel day with some sightseeing along the way.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Hampton By Hilton Barcelona Fira Gran Via), Hotel (Front Air Congress)
Included Activities
- Visit to Cathedral-Basilica of Our Lady of the Pillar in Zaragoza
- Visit to Poblet Abbey with admission included
Landmarks/POIs Cathedral-Basilica of Our Lady of the Pillar Poblet Abbey 
- Day 4
Barcelona
A morning tour covers Barcelona's architecture influenced by Gaudí and walks along the lively Ramblas. The guided portion ends at Maremagnum by the waterfront at Columbus Square, which has shops and restaurants. Your afternoon is open for exploring the city however you like before returning to your hotel.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Hampton By Hilton Barcelona Fira Gran Via), Hotel (Front Air Congress)
Included Activities
- Panoramic tour of Barcelona (modernist architecture, Gaudí landmarks, Ramblas)
Landmarks/POIs Ramblas Maremagnum Columbus Square 
- Day 5
Barcelona to Paris
You'll get transferred to Barcelona's train station to board a high-speed train to Paris, which takes just over 6 hours of comfortable travel. Once you arrive in Paris, another transfer takes you to your hotel. Your guide will reach out in the evening, or you can check the information board at the hotel reception for any details about tomorrow.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Novotel P. D´italie)
- Day 6
Paris - Versailles - Paris
Start the day at the Palace of Versailles to walk through its gardens and grounds. Return to Paris and spend time in Montmartre, the bohemian neighborhood with artists, galleries, and cabarets. A panoramic city tour with a guide shows off Paris's main avenues and famous spots before you head back to your hotel. If interested, there's an optional cabaret show available in the evening.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Novotel P. D´italie)
Included Activities
- Panoramic city tour of Paris (avenues and iconic monuments)
Optional Activities
- Visit to Palace of Versailles (admission not included)
- Visit to Montmartre (included in tour)
- Evening variety show
Landmarks/POIs Palace of Versailles Montmartre 
- Day 7
Paris
Head to the Eiffel Tower and go up to the second floor for views across Paris. Later, take a relaxing boat cruise on the Seine that lasts about 1 hour and 15 minutes. The rest of your afternoon is yours to spend exploring Paris however you'd like. Note that your transfer back to the hotel isn't included, so you'll need to arrange your own transportation.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Novotel P. D´italie)
Included Activities
- Visit to Eiffel Tower with admission to second floor included
- Boat cruise along the Seine (approximately one hour and fifteen minutes)
Landmarks/POIs Eiffel Tower Seine - Day 8
Paris - Beaune - Lyon
Travel through the Bourgogne region known for its vineyards and wines. You'll stop in Beaune, a charming town with flower-lined streets, a historic hospice, and wine museum to check out. After time for lunch and a walk around town, continue to Lyon, which sits on the Rhône River and was once the capital of Roman Gaul. Take a cable car up to Notre-Dame de Fourviére and then you'll have free time to explore the city.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Campanile Centre Lyon Berges Du Rhone)
Included Activities
- Visit to Beaune
Optional Activities
- Wine museum visit in Beaune
- Cable car to Notre-Dame de Fourvière
Landmarks/POIs Beaune Notre-Dame de Fourvière Bourgogne region 
- Day 9
Lyon to Zurich
Cross into Switzerland and arrive in Geneva where you'll see the Palace of Nations and walk through the English Garden with its famous flower clock. The Jet d'Eau fountain is visible from there as well. After lunch, the route continues through scenic areas around Lake Geneva and Lake Neuchâtel in the Three Lakes region. You'll stop in Neuchâtel for time to walk by the lake, check out the historic center, or visit the 10th-century castle before reaching Zurich later in the afternoon.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Harrys Home Wallisellen), Hotel (Hotel Ibis Zurich Messe Airport)
Optional Activities
- Visit to Palace of Nations in Geneva
- English Garden exploration in Geneva
- Walk by the lake in Neuchâtel
- Visit to historic town center in Neuchâtel
- Visit to 10th-century castle in Neuchâtel
Landmarks/POIs Palace of Nations English Garden Jet d'Eau Lake Geneva Lake Neuchâtel Neuchâtel Neuchâtel Castle 
- Day 10
Zurich - Lake Zurich - Rapperswil
Explore Zurich, Switzerland's largest city and financial center. Take a scenic cruise on Lake Zurich lasting nearly 2 hours with brief stops at charming villages along the way. You'll disembark at Rapperswil, a village with a medieval castle and character. From there, head back to Zurich by train so you can experience the famous Swiss railway system, known for being efficient and on time.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Harrys Home Wallisellen), Hotel (Hotel Ibis Zurich Messe Airport)
Included Activities
- Guided exploration of Zurich
- Scenic cruise on Lake Zurich (nearly two hours)
Landmarks/POIs Lake Zurich Rapperswil Rapperswil Castle 
- Day 11
Zurich - Grindelwald - Lucerne - Zurich
This day focuses on mountain and lake scenery in the Interlaken region. Start in Grindelwald with time for coffee, then take a cable car up the mountain. Walk along a path to a suspended bridge with views of glaciers for those who want the adventure. Lunch is included and served on the mountain. Later, head to Lucerne, one of Switzerland's most beautiful cities, where you'll have time to walk around and see the old town. An optional full-day excursion to Mount Titlis with Alpine views is available if you want something extra. You'll return to Zurich by evening.
- Meals
- Lunch (Lunch on the mountain)
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Harrys Home Wallisellen), Hotel (Hotel Ibis Zurich Messe Airport)
Included Activities
- Cable car to mountain in Grindelwald
- Walk to suspended bridge in Grindelwald
- Lunch on the mountain (included)
Optional Activities
- Crossing the suspended bridge
- Full-day excursion to Mount Titlis with rotating cable car to 3,000+ meter alpine summit
Landmarks/POIs Grindelwald Interlaken region Lucerne Mount Titlis 
- Day 12
Zurich - Bellinzona - Como - Milan
Leave Zurich early and cross the Alps into the Italian-speaking region of Switzerland. Stop in Bellinzona to see three medieval castles that are UNESCO World Heritage Sites and wander the charming streets. Then enter Italy and stop in Como for lunch, a town with lakeside gardens and an impressive cathedral. From there, continue to Milan where your guide shows you the Piazza del Duomo before getting you settled at your hotel.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Belstay Milano Assago), Hotel (Ih Milano Lorenteggio)
Included Activities
- Visit to Bellinzona (including three medieval castles - UNESCO World Heritage Sites)
Landmarks/POIs Bellinzona Como Como Cathedral Piazza del Duomo 
- Day 13
Milan to Pisa to Rome
Take a small tourist train to Piazza dei Miracoli, also called the Square of Miracles, where you'll have time to see one of Italy's most important art complexes including the famous Leaning Tower of Pisa. After exploring the area, head toward Rome, arriving later in the afternoon or evening.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Ergife)
Included Activities
- Ride on small tourist train to Piazza dei Miracoli
Optional Activities
- Visit to Leaning Tower of Pisa and Piazza dei Miracoli
Landmarks/POIs Piazza dei Miracoli Leaning Tower of Pisa 
- Day 14
Rome
A 3-hour guided experience combines walking through Imperial Rome with a panoramic bus ride showing off one of the world's oldest cities. You'll see the Arch of Constantine, the Colosseum, 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 a.m., and a Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel visit is optional. That evening, you'll transfer to Trastevere neighborhood for dinner, returning to your hotel around 8:30 p.m.
- 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
Landmarks/POIs 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 15
Rome
After breakfast, your 15-day European tour comes to an end, leaving you with memories of Madrid, Barcelona, Paris, Switzerland, Milan, and Rome.
- Meals
- Breakfast
