European Traveller
Experience Overview
Stroll through streets filled with romance, history and adventure as you travel Europe. Feed your imagination as you explore ancient Rome, watch master craftsmen create treasures in Venice and admire the magic of the snow-capped Swiss Alps.
Highlights
Dining Summary
- 9 Breakfast (B)
- 3 Dinner (D)
Be My Guest
- Rome: Travel to Isola Tiberina and enjoy an evening with Fabio and his family in a unique setting amid roman excavations. Start with a drinks reception before the family hosts you for dinner.
Iconic Experience
- Paris: Join a Local Specialist to discover the hidden squares and secret lanes of Paris.
- Switzerland: Marvel at the Alpine landscape as you drive past breathtakingly beautiful mountains and valleys.
- Florence: Join a Local Specialist to view the multi-colored marble cathedral, bell tower and baptistery, adorned by Ghiberti's Gates of Paradise. Visit the political heart of the city, Signoria Square.
- Florence: See the area around Santa Croce Basilica, famous for the quality of its luxury goods, and witness a gold and leatherwork demonstration.
- Rome: See St. Peter's Basilica located within the Vatican City.
MAKE TRAVEL MATTER®
- Venice: Discover the ancient skill of Venetian glassblowing and play a part in preserving this traditional craft. Your visit directly supports United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities.
Must-see Highlights
- Explore Paris, Florence and Rome
- Discover Lucerne and Venice
- Visit a glassblowing factory in Venice
- View the Eiffel Tower, the Champs-Élysées, the Arc de Triomphe in Paris, the Lion Monument and the Chapel Bridge in Lucerne, St. Mark's Basilica in Venice and the ancient sites of Rome
- See the Somme Battlefields and the vineyards of Burgundy in France
- Scenic Cruise by private launch to St. Mark's Square in Venice
Trip Details
Product Code: 19180
Tour Type: Group Tour
Accommodation: Deluxe
Transport: Private
Guide Language: English
Travel Styles:
Family, 55+
Tour Operator:
Trafalgar (CA)
Supplier Code: 80.330A
Starts: London, United Kingdom
Finishes: Rome, Italy
Duration: 10 days
Departures: Guaranteed
Physical Rating:
Easy
Includes
Whats Included
- An expert Travel Director and professional Driver
- Ferry across the Channel from Dover to Calais
- Cherry-picked hotels, all tried and trusted
- All porterage and restaurant gratuities
- All hotel tips, charges and local taxes
- Breakfast daily and up to half of your evening meals
- Must-see sightseeing and surprise extras
- Audio headsets for flexible sightseeing
- Luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries or alternative transportation (such as rail journeys)
- Optional Experiences and free time
- London: The services of a Trafalgar Local Host when you stay at Trafalgar's recommended London hotel
- On occasion, hotels of similar standard and location may be utilized
Price
Price per person: (Double Occupancy) CAD $4,131 ($413 /day)
Itinerary
Spend the day exploring the pomp and pageantry of a city that effortlessly combines old and new.
Accommodation: Park Plaza Riverbank
Join a Local Specialist this morning for a tour of the iconic and unexpected highlights of London, including Big Ben, the imposing Houses of Parliament and Westminster Abbey. Spend a leisurely afternoon shopping on Carnaby Street, consider visiting one of London's museums or wander along the Thames watching ambitious Londoners pound the pavements.
Accommodation: Park Plaza Riverbank
Meals: Breakfast
Meet your Travel Director before saying cheerio to London and hello sparkling White Cliffs of Dover, England's last hurrah before you cross the English Channel by ferry bound for Calais. You'll pass the tragic World War I battlefields of the Somme before arriving in Paris where you will enjoy dinner. This evening the City of Light provides an enchanting backdrop for an orientation drive that will showcase several of the sights which await you tomorrow.
Accommodation: Novotel Center Bercy
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Embark on a scenic sojourn, with your Local Specialist, along the grand Champs-Élysées to view the Arc de Triomphe, honoring those who fought for France. View Notre Dame Cathedral and enjoy a stroll through the Latin Quarter. This afternoon, you’ll have some leisure time to explore the treasures of Paris. Perhaps enjoy breathtaking views from the highest rooftop terrace in Paris or relax at a cozy French café and enjoy a glass of wine while watching the world go by.
Accommodation: Novotel Center Bercy
Meals: Breakfast
Wind your way through the sprawling vineyards of Auxerrois and Burgundy, journeying south past the 15th-century fortress of Châteauneuf and rolling green farmlands into Switzerland bound for Lucerne. Cross the famous wooden Chapel Bridge with its 17th-century paintings and view the mortally wounded lion hewn from rock, paying tribute to the hundreds of brave Swiss Guards who died defending Louis XVI.
Accommodation: Grand Europe
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
The contrast of scenery today is nothing short of remarkable. Traversing the Alps, you'll travel through the St. Gotthard tunnel and the border at Chiasso into Italy. Catch a glimpse of northern Italy's beautiful lakes, whose scenic retreats have attracted the aristocracy for centuries, before arriving this afternoon in Venice.
Accommodation: Novotel Mestre Castellana
Meals: Breakfast
Take to the water and board a private motor launch to the gateway of Venice, St. Mark's Square. View the Bridge of Sighs and ornate Doge's Palace, then embark on your unforgettable MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience where you’ll witness the centuries-old craft of glassblowing at one of the oldest workshops in Venice. Watch how talented artisans shape the molten glass into the delicate works of art you’ve come to admire from afar and perhaps be inspired to buy your own souvenir to remind you of this special experience. Later, there’s time to explore the hidden calle and campi of Venice to fit in some shopping or soak up the sights and sounds of the Queen of the Adriatic before crossing the Apennine Mountains bound for Florence, the 'Cradle of the Renaissance'.
Accommodation: Villa Neroli
Meals: Breakfast
2025 marks a Jubilee Year, a momentous Roman Catholic event celebrated every 25 years, turning Rome into a center of celebration between December 24, 2024, and December 31, 2025. As festivities unfold, itineraries may be adjusted to ensure you make the most of your time as you visit the Eternal City. The magnificent Renaissance dome of Santa Maria del Fiore Cathedral and the Baptistery stand imposingly in the center of Florence and are among the sights you will view during our guided walking tour with a Local Specialist. Delve into the city’s rich cultural, artistic and architectural heritage, then learn about the quality and workmanship of one of this city's historic industries at a demonstration of Florentine leathercraft. Marvel at the impressive palazzi and art in the Piazza della Signoria, the political hub of the city. Rome is your final stop today.
Accommodation: Midas Palace
Meals: Breakfast
Enjoy a sightseeing tour that takes you past ancient sites to view the Colosseum and see the Roman Forum. This evening, connect with locals during a Be My Guest experience at the unique Isola Tiberina, and celebrate the Italian zest for life, food and good company.
Accommodation: Midas Palace
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Our adventure together has come to an end. Say a fond farewell to Rome and your travel companions at the end of your journey.
Meals: Breakfast
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Reviews
Romeo Sanidad - Traveled, June 2024
This is a very ambitious itinerary. Going in, I thought we would only get a small taste of these six beautiful cities. But as the tour unfolded, I realized that our highly competent tour director, *Personal information removed by Feefo*, had been systematically preparing us all to experience each iconic city to the fullest. Reading tour books to prepare for the trip is one thing, but to get an expert’s first-hand account of the city we were about to enter—the history, the funny stories, the recommendations, the warnings—brought the actual experience to a another level.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 07/26/2024
Erika Scordamaglia - Traveled, June 2024
This trip was a dream! Better than my expectations! So nice to have all the transportation and hotels arranged, as well as all the tickets to the sites and places we went. It was busy days, but I felt like we were truly able to experience and see so much in every single city we were in. We were also given some free time--so it was a nice balance. I can't say enough about our tour guide *Personal information removed by Feefo*--he is so knowledgeable, and kind and I cannot imagine the trip without him. He constantly went above and beyond. Our driver *Personal information removed by Feefo* had a smile to light up the whole bus. So nice. And he was able to maneuver that huge bus on some small side streets when we had to take a detour. We were all impressed. I could never have planned all the amazing things we did and saw on my own. It was so much less stress to have everything already planned for us. We did stay an additional 2 nights in Rome on our own---and it was nice to have a couple free days that were more relaxing at the end. Overall it was a trip of a lifetime--one that me and my family will never forget!
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 07/20/2024
Lynn Searles - Traveled, June 2024
Busy ,but assures that you are able to see as much as possible,for your best experience . Our tour leader *Personal information removed by Feefo*. Was so knowledgeable and interesting. We traveled with a wonderful group of people as well.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 07/22/2024
Bradley Sitz - Traveled, July 2024
This was a wonderful trip and we're so glad we did it. We loved seeing the cities as well as the countryside through England, France, Switzerland and Italy. This trip really made us want to come back and see more and tour more.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 07/23/2024
Trusted Customer - Traveled, June 2024
*Personal information removed by Feefo*, our travel director was informative, entertaining, and kind. He added a personal touch to enhance our group experience. *Personal information removed by Feefo*, our driver, kept us on time (if not early) and safe. His driving skills were impeccable on the narrow roads throughout Europe. The destinations, hotels, restaurants, and local guides were amazing. Our trip was a fantastic journey through five countries. I can't wait to go back!
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 07/18/2024
John Michael Breaud - Traveled, July 2024
We thought it was great. *Personal information removed by Feefo*, the travel director was the best. The schedule was set at times before the rush of other groups. His knowledge of the areas visited was excellent. He really did everything to make the trip a memorial experience. I would recommend Trafalgar to anyone planning a trip.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 07/30/2024
Melissa Russell - Traveled, June 2024
Fast paced and very full. *Personal information removed by Feefo* and *Personal information removed by Feefo* looked after us so well for what was a bucket list event for us.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 07/23/2024
Lillyana Kachigyan - Traveled, June 2024
It is a very strict and rushed schedule
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 07/16/2024
Trusted Customer - Traveled, May 2024
It was a lot of driving around outside and not a lot of visits inside of places included. We had to spend more money to enjoy the trip. This was not known coming into the trip but revealed after we purchased the tour. Additionally, our tour guide was a hard salesman insisting that everyone buy the excursions whether they could afford them or not. We had always dreamed of taking one of these tours. We would not go on one again.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 06/15/2024
Diane Layton - Traveled, September 2024
Too much time spent on the coach rushing to the next destination. I never felt like I got a good nights sleep since we had to be up at the crack of dawn.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 09/30/2024
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