Itinerary
- Day 1
Arrival Day
You'll get transferred to your hotel and have the rest of the day to settle in. Stop by the information board at hotel reception in the afternoon to get details about when your tour officially starts.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Novotel Est - Bagnolet), Hotel (Novotel P. D´italie)
- Day 2
Paris - Versailles - Montmartre
The day kicks off with a visit to the Palace of Versailles and its gardens. From there, you'll head back to Paris and spend time wandering through Montmartre, checking out the bohemian streets with their artists and cabarets. Later, a local guide takes you on a panoramic tour showing you Paris's major avenues and iconic landmarks. If you're interested, there's an optional variety show available in the evening.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Novotel Est - Bagnolet), Hotel (Novotel P. D´italie)
Included Activities
- Panoramic city tour of Paris with local guide
- Transfer to Montmartre District
- Transfer to Versailles Palace
Optional Activities
- Admission to Palace of Versailles
- Evening variety show
Landmarks/POIs Palace of Versailles Montmartre 
- Day 3
Paris
Start at the Eiffel Tower where your ticket gets you up to the second floor. After that, you'll take a relaxing boat cruise on the Seine for about an hour and fifteen minutes. The afternoon is yours to explore Paris however you'd like, though keep in mind you'll need to arrange your own way back to the hotel.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Novotel Est - Bagnolet), Hotel (Novotel P. D´italie)
Included Activities
- Eiffel Tower visit with access to second floor
- Boat cruise on the Seine (approximately 1 hour 15 minutes)
Optional Activities
- Afternoon exploration and activities
Landmarks/POIs Eiffel Tower Seine River - Day 4
Paris to Lyon
You'll travel through the Bourgogne region with its vineyards, making a stop in Beaune to see the flower-filled streets and the hospice. Following lunch and a walk around town, the route continues to Lyon on the Rhone River. A cable car ride takes you up to Notre-Dame de Fourviѐre for nice views of the city. Depending on how many people are in your group, some travelers may stay in nearby Chambéry with a morning visit to explore that medieval city.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Campanile Centre Lyon Berges Du Rhone)
Included Activities
- Cable car to Notre-Dame de Fourvière
Optional Activities
- Tour of Beaune historic center and wine museum
- Exploration of Lyon historic center
Landmarks/POIs Beaune Lyon Notre-Dame de Fourvière Chambéry 
- Day 5
Lyon to Zurich
The day takes you into Switzerland and Geneva. You'll see the Palace of Nations and the English Garden with its famous flower clock, plus the Jet d'Eau fountain. After lunch, you'll drive through scenic routes along Lake Geneva and Lake Neuchâtel, passing through vineyards and mountain areas. In Neuchâtel, there's time to walk by the lake or check out the historic town and its 10th-century castle. You'll arrive in Zurich by late afternoon.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Harrys Home Wallisellen), Hotel (Hotel Ibis Zurich Messe Airport)
Optional Activities
- Walk by Neuchâtel lake
- Exploration of Neuchâtel historic town center
- Visit to Neuchâtel 10th-century castle
Landmarks/POIs Palace of Nations English Garden Jet d'Eau Lake Geneva Lake Neuchâtel Neuchâtel Neuchâtel Castle 
- Day 6
Zurich
A local guide takes you through Zurich, showing you Switzerland's largest city and its role as the financial and cultural center. You'll enjoy a scenic cruise on Lake Zurich lasting nearly two hours with stops at charming villages. The boat ride ends at Rapperswil, a village known for its medieval castle, and then you'll return to Zurich by train.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Harrys Home Wallisellen), Hotel (Hotel Ibis Zurich Messe Airport)
Included Activities
- Guided city tour of Zurich
- Lake Zurich cruise (approximately 2 hours)
- Train from Rapperswil to Zurich
Landmarks/POIs Zurich Lake Zurich Rapperswil Rapperswil Castle 
- Day 7
Zurich to Interlaken - Grindelwald - Lucerne - Zurich
You'll see the Alpine landscapes with tall mountains and pristine lakes. The group stops in Grindelwald for coffee before taking a cable car up the mountain. There's a winding path leading to a suspended bridge with glacier views if you're up for it. Lunch is included on the mountain. Later, you'll head to Lucerne to explore one of Switzerland's beautiful cities before returning to Zurich. An optional full-day Mount Titlis excursion is available, featuring a rotating cable car to reach over 3,000 meters with views of the glaciers and Alps.
- Meals
- Lunch (Lunch on the mountain)
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Harrys Home Wallisellen), Hotel (Hotel Ibis Zurich Messe Airport)
Included Activities
- Cable car to Grindelwald First
- Lunch on the mountain
Optional Activities
- Suspended bridge crossing with glacier views
- Full-day Mount Titlis excursion with rotating cable car to summit
Landmarks/POIs Interlaken Grindelwald Grindelwald First Lucerne Mount Titlis 
- Day 8
Zurich to Milan
Early morning departure crosses the Alps into the Italian-speaking region of Switzerland. You'll stop in Bellinzona to see three UNESCO World Heritage medieval castles on the hills overlooking the city, with free time to walk around the charming streets. Continuing into Italy, Como is next for lunch, a well-known spot with beautiful lakeside gardens and a cathedral. Then it's on to Milan where your guide shows you the Piazza del Duomo before you check into your hotel.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Belstay Milano Assago), Hotel (Ih Milano Lorenteggio)
Included Activities
- Visit to Bellinzona medieval castles
- Transfer to Piazza del Duomo in Milan
Optional Activities
- Exploration of Bellinzona historic streets
- Exploration of Como town
- Visit to Como Cathedral
Landmarks/POIs Bellinzona Bellinzona Castles Como Como Cathedral Milan Piazza del Duomo 
- Day 9
Milan to Pisa to Rome
You'll ride a small tourist train to Pisa's Piazza dei Miracoli where you can see one of Italy's notable art complexes, including the famous Leaning Tower. From there, you'll continue on to Rome, arriving later in the day.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Ergife)
Included Activities
- Tourist train to Piazza dei Miracoli
Landmarks/POIs Pisa Piazza dei Miracoli Leaning Tower of Pisa 
- Day 10
Rome
The morning involves a three-hour guided tour combining walking and a panoramic bus ride through Imperial Rome. You'll see the Arch of Constantine, the Colosseum exterior, Imperial Forums, Circus Maximus, Baths of Caracalla, and several other historic sites. By around 11 a.m., you'll reach Vatican City where there's an optional visit to the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel. In the evening, you're transferred to Trastevere for dinner at one of the neighborhood's many restaurants, heading back to the hotel around 8:30 p.m.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Ergife)
Included Activities
- Three-hour guided city tour of Rome (walking and panoramic bus)
- Transfer to Trastevere neighborhood in evening
Optional Activities
- Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel visit
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 Trastevere 
- Day 11
Rome to Florence
Leaving Rome, you'll travel north through beautiful countryside to Florence. Upon arrival, head to Piazzale Michelangelo for views of the city. Walking into the historic center, you'll have time for lunch before a local guide takes you through the city visiting Ponte Vecchio, the Duomo, and Piazza della Signoria. The afternoon and evening are free to explore on your own, and plenty of dinner options are available.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Nilhotel)
Included Activities
- Guided walking tour of Florence historic center
- Visit to Piazzale Michelangelo
- Transfer to Piazzale Michelangelo
Optional Activities
- Afternoon exploration and activities
Landmarks/POIs Piazzale Michelangelo Ponte Vecchio Florence Duomo Piazza della Signoria 
- Day 12
Florence to Venice
After crossing the Apennines, you'll arrive in Venice and take a boat across the Giudecca Canal to the Island of Venice itself. A local guide shows you St. Mark's Square and takes you through the Murano Glass Factory to see traditional glass-making techniques. You'll have free time to explore the city on your own. Note that accommodation is in the Mestre district.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Novotel Mestre Castellana)
Included Activities
- Boat transfer across Giudecca Canal to Island of Venice
- Guided tour of St. Mark's Square
- Murano Glass Factory tour
Optional Activities
- Free time for independent exploration
Landmarks/POIs Venice Giudecca Canal St. Mark's Square Murano Glass Factory 
- Day 13
Venice to Salzburg
You'll depart Venice heading to Austria, arriving in Innsbruck for a stroll through the historic center and lunch in the Tyrolean capital. From there, beautiful mountain roads lead to Kitzbuehel, a village famous for skiing where snow can be found most of the year. The journey continues to Salzburg, arriving by evening.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Ibis Salzburg Nord)
Optional Activities
- Stroll through Innsbruck historic city center
- Exploration of Kitzbühel village
Landmarks/POIs Innsbruck Kitzbühel Salzburg 
- Day 14
Salzburg - St. Wolfgang - Traunkirchen - Vienna
Morning in Salzburg includes exploring Mozart's city with its Renaissance and Baroque center set against a grand castle. You'll travel through lakes and mountains to St. Wolfgang, a well-known pilgrimage site. Next is Traunkirchen beside Traunsee Lake where an included boat cruise lets you see four castles along the lake before arriving in Gmunden. The final leg takes you to Vienna, arriving in the evening.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Rainers Hotel Vienna)
Included Activities
- Exploration of Salzburg
- Cruise on Traunsee Lake viewing four castles
Optional Activities
- Visit to St. Wolfgang
Landmarks/POIs Salzburg Salzburg Castle St. Wolfgang Traunkirchen Traunsee Lake Gmunden Vienna 
- Day 15
Vienna
A local guide leads a panoramic tour of Vienna, showing you the grand avenues, beautiful palaces, large parks, and vibrant city center. The afternoon is free to explore at your own pace. In the evening, you'll head to Grinzing, an old wine-growing village now part of the city known for its traditional taverns, with free time to have dinner in the area.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Rainers Hotel Vienna)
Included Activities
- Panoramic city tour of Vienna with local guide
- Transfer to Grinzing district in evening
Optional Activities
- Afternoon independent exploration
- Dining at Grinzing traditional taverns
Landmarks/POIs Vienna Grinzing 
- Day 16
Vienna to Budapest
After about three hours of travel, you'll arrive in Budapest. First stop is the lively Vaci utca area where you have free time for lunch. Then you'll take an included boat trip on the Danube River to see historic Buda on one bank and cosmopolitan Pest on the other. A panoramic tour of the 'Queen of the Danube' follows, with free time afterward. An optional Magyar show with dinner is available in the evening.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Danubius Arena)
Included Activities
- Boat trip on the Danube River
- Panoramic tour of Budapest
Optional Activities
- Optional evening Magyar show with dinner included
Landmarks/POIs Budapest Váci utca Danube River Buda Pest 
- Day 17
Budapest to Prague
Leaving early, you'll head to Bratislava, Slovakia's capital, a charming city along the Danube with an attractive historic center where you can explore and eat lunch. Then it's into the Czech Republic, arriving in Prague by evening. You'll be transferred to Old Town Square, a central location that offers a great introduction to the city with its vibrant atmosphere and many activities. Dinner at one of the restaurants in the area before returning to the hotel.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Panorama Hotel Prague), Hotel (Olympik Congress)
Included Activities
- Transfer to Old Town Square, Prague
Optional Activities
- Exploration of Bratislava historic center
- Dining at Prague restaurants
Landmarks/POIs Bratislava Prague Old Town Square 
- Day 18
Prague
Your local tour guide leads an informative panoramic tour of Prague, the Baroque jewel of Europe, highlighting the city's most significant monuments. During the tour, you'll visit Prague Castle. Afterward, there's an included boat ride on the Vltava River. The afternoon is free to explore the city on your own.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Panorama Hotel Prague), Hotel (Olympik Congress)
Included Activities
- Panoramic city tour of Prague
- Visit to Prague Castle
- Boat ride on the Vltava River
Optional Activities
- Afternoon independent exploration
Landmarks/POIs Prague Prague Castle Vltava River 
- Day 19
Prague to Frankfurt
Departing early from Prague, you'll stop in Pilsen, a western Bohemian city known for its beer. Stroll through the historic center with its Old Town Square, cathedral, Plague Column, and Renaissance town hall. Then you'll cross into Germany and follow part of the Romantic Road to Rothenburg, a fairytale village and one of Germany's most beautiful towns. Finally, you'll head to Frankfurt, Germany's financial capital, arriving in the evening with free time in the historic city center where restaurants offer a range of cuisines.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Ibis Frankfurt City Messe)
Optional Activities
- Stroll through Pilsen historic center
- Visit to Rothenburg
- Dining at Frankfurt restaurants
Landmarks/POIs Pilsen Pilsen Old Town Square Pilsen Cathedral Rothenburg Frankfurt 
- Day 20
Departure
After breakfast, your tour comes to an end, and you're left with wonderful memories of your journey.
- Meals
- Breakfast
