Continental Introduction with London
Tour all of the major Europeans cities plus London
Over the course of this vacation you'll see the highlights of France, Switzerland, Italy, Germany and Holland with an added 2 night stay in London! Enjoy guided sightseeing in Paris, Pisa, Munich, Amsterdam and London.
What's Included
- Round-trip economy class air to Paris (CDG) & from London (LHR)
- Round-trip airport transfers
- Accommodations in hotels listed, or similar:
- 2 night in Paris at the Mercure Paris Centre Tour Eiffel Hotel
- 1 night in Lucerne, Switzerland at The Astoria Hotel
- 1 night in Lugano, Switzerland at the Novotel Lugano Paradiso Hotel
- 1 night in Florence at the Hilton Garden Inn Florence Novoli
- 2 nights in Rome at the Crowne Plaza St. Peter's Hotel
- 2 nights in Venice at the Ambasciatori at Mestre Hotel
- 1 night in Munich at the Holiday Inn Munich City Centre Hotel
- 1 night in Rhineland, Germany at the NH Bingen Hotel
- 2 nights in Amsterdam at the NH Carlton Amsterdam Hotel
- 2 nights in London at the Hilton London Metropole Hotel
- Guided sightseeing as described in itinerary, including:
- Paris, Lucerne, Pisa, Florence, Rome, Ferrara, Venice, Innsbruck, Munich, Rothenburg, Amsterdam, Brussels, London
- Seine River Cruise, Private Boat Ride in Venice, Rhine River Cruise, Canal Cruise in Amsterdam
- Full Buffet Breakfast daily; 6 three-course dinners with wine, including special dinners in Paris and Florence
- High-speed Eurostar Train from Brussels to London
- Services of a Professional Travel Director; headsets throughout the tour
- Transportation by private first-class air-conditioned motorcoach (with complimentary Wi-Fi)
- Hotel tips, taxes, porterage and service charges
Great Ways to Explore
- Visit France, Switzerland, Italy, Germany, and London and enjoy guided tours in Paris, Munich, Amsterdam and more!
- Don't miss a thing with a local guide taking you to all of the highlights. Escorted tours ensure you see it all.
- While in Lucerne, admire the towering majesty of the Swiss Alps!
- Stay in contemporary hotels with beautiful views.
- Stop by the Buckingham Palace and get cheeky with the Queen's guardsmen. See if you can crack a smile from one of them!
Please note that some recommendations in the following suggested itinerary may not be included in your package. Check What's Included above for full details on inclusions.
- Round-trip economy class air to Paris (CDG) & from London (LHR)
- Round-trip airport transfers
- Accommodations in hotels listed, or similar:
- 2 night in Paris at the Mercure Paris Centre Tour Eiffel Hotel
- 1 night in Lucerne, Switzerland at The Astoria Hotel
- 1 night in Lugano, Switzerland at the Novotel Lugano Paradiso Hotel
- 1 night in Florence at the Hilton Garden Inn Florence Novoli
- 2 nights in Rome at the Crowne Plaza St. Peter's Hotel
- 2 nights in Venice at the Ambasciatori at Mestre Hotel
- 1 night in Munich at the Holiday Inn Munich City Centre Hotel
- 1 night in Rhineland, Germany at the NH Bingen Hotel
- 2 nights in Amsterdam at the NH Carlton Amsterdam Hotel
- 2 nights in London at the Hilton London Metropole Hotel
- Guided sightseeing as described in itinerary, including:
- Paris, Lucerne, Pisa, Florence, Rome, Ferrara, Venice, Innsbruck, Munich, Rothenburg, Amsterdam, Brussels, London
- Seine River Cruise, Private Boat Ride in Venice, Rhine River Cruise, Canal Cruise in Amsterdam
- Full Buffet Breakfast daily; 6 three-course dinners with wine, including special dinners in Paris and Florence
- High-speed Eurostar Train from Brussels to London
- Services of a Professional Travel Director; headsets throughout the tour
- Transportation by private first-class air-conditioned motorcoach (with complimentary Wi-Fi)
- Hotel tips, taxes, porterage and service charges
- Visit France, Switzerland, Italy, Germany, and London and enjoy guided tours in Paris, Munich, Amsterdam and more!
- Don't miss a thing with a local guide taking you to all of the highlights. Escorted tours ensure you see it all.
- While in Lucerne, admire the towering majesty of the Swiss Alps!
- Stay in contemporary hotels with beautiful views.
- Stop by the Buckingham Palace and get cheeky with the Queen's guardsmen. See if you can crack a smile from one of them!
Please note that some recommendations in the following suggested itinerary may not be included in your package. Check What's Included above for full details on inclusions.
Day 1. Welcome to Paris!
At 5:30pm, meet your Tour Director and travelling companions and leave the hotel for a special welcome dinner with wine, followed by a Cruise on the Seine River for a first impression of this splendid city. (Dinner)
Check-in - Hotel Mercure Paris Centre Tour Eiffel
Close to the Eiffel Tower and Trocadéro, the Mercure Paris Centre Tour Eiffel is an elegant 4-star hotel just waiting to be discovered in the heart of Paris. An ideal starting point for your visit, the proximity to public transport and tips for visiting this beautiful city is a fantastic feature, especially for those looking for a cultural or historic trip.
Combining pleasure and work on a business trip, relaxing on vacation, or staying active on a leisure trip, the hotel offers everything from meeting rooms to a terrace restaurant to a fitness room with a view of the Eiffel Tower, making it an ideal hotel for any kind of traveler.
Situated in the heart of the City of Light and only 5 minutes on foot from the Seine River, this hotel is the ideal base for seeing the sights. The central location makes it easy to discover the attractions and shopping opportunities in Paris, thanks to the hotel's close proximity to public transport running day and night. Nearby, the Eiffel Cafe Restaurant features international cuisine and wines for lunch and dinner, daily hot and cold breakfast, and children's menus.
Day 2. Paris
Morning guided sightseeing features Paris' main highlights including the Arc de Triomphe, Opera, Champs-Elysees, and more. For a panoramic view, take the elevator to the second floor of the Eiffel Tower. Choose from our optional excursions: the lavish Palace and Gardens of Versailles, and tonight, dinner and a show at the famous Moulin Rouge cabaret as a proper _Au revoir, Paris._ (Breakfast)
Day 3. Paris - Lucerne, Switzerland
Drive past Fontainebleau Forest and enter Burgundy. Enjoy views of impressive castles and vineyards on your way to the Swiss Alps. In picture-book Lucerne, admire Thorwaldsen's emotional Lion Monument, dedicated to the fallen Swiss Guards who protected the Royal House of France at the time of the French Revolution, then walk through the Old Town and cross the famous covered Chapel Bridge to the Jesuit Church. (Breakfast, Dinner)
Check-in - Hotel Astoria Lucerne
The Hotel Astoria offers genuine hospitality and professional service - everything expected of a modern hotel. Featuring light, bright and tastefully designed rooms, this architectural masterpiece in the heart of Lucerne is one of Switzerland's most attractive urban hotels. Each of the 252 rooms feature the same sleek design as the hotel, with soundproofed windows for a peaceful sleep, minibar and natural stone bathroom. Choose from three award-winning restaurants and a rooftop garden lounge and bar with 360-degree panoramic views across the mountain landscape and over the rooftops of Lucerne.
From the hotel, easily reach the lake, the Lucerne Culture and Convention Centre, the train station, the historic old town with the famous Chapel Bridge and watch and jewelry outlets.
Day 4. Lucerne - Lugano
You'll have the morning at leisure. Why not climb Mount Pilatus? Later, admire the towering majesty of the Swiss Alps and St. Gotthard on the way to subtropical Lugano in the Italian-speaking part of Switzerland. To truly appreciate splendid Lake Lugano, an exciting optional boat cruise is available, followed by dinner at a traditional _grotto_ restaurant. (Breakfast)
Check-in - Novotel Lugano Paradiso Hotel
Day 5. Lugano - Pisa, Italy - Florence
Pass the commercial capital of Milan and turn towards the Mediterranean Sea. Arrive in Pisa and marvel at its famous Leaning Tower. In nearby Florence, enjoy time to explore the many gold and leather shops on Piazza Santa Croce before enjoying a special dinner with Tuscan specialties and wine at restaurant Finisterrae. (Breakfast, Dinner)
Check-in - The St. Regis Florence
Reflecting Florence's rich artistic heritage, the St. Regis Florence offers 81 spacious guest rooms and 19 distinctive suites, each magnificiently designed to offer guests discreet opulence and refined elegance. All guests staying at the St. Regis Florence enjoy impeccable St. Regis Butler Service any time, day or night.
Day 6. Florence - Rome
Your guided walking tour features a visit to Michelangelo's celebrated David in the Academy of Fine Arts. Also admire the magnificent cathedral, Giotto's Bell Tower, the Baptistry's heavy bronze _Gate of Paradise,_ and visit sculpture-studded Signoria Square. Continue to the _Eternal City._ (Breakfast)
Check-in - Grand Hotel Tiberio
Opened in May 2000 this modern 4 star superior hotel conceals an elegant and refined interior with furnishings that are stylish and comfortable throughout, evident particularly in the restaurant, bar and lounge areas. A fitness centre comprising a gym and sauna complete the line-up of public areas. The 90 air-conditioned bedrooms are en-suite of course, and also feature mini-bar, telephone, satellite/pay movies TV, room safe, hairdryer and modem connection. There is a choice of both uncovered and covered hotel parking.
Day 7. Rome
Enjoy a unique guided sightseeing tour, including inside visits to all highlights of religious and ancient Rome: the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel with Michelangelo's ceiling paintings and The Last Judgment, monumental St. Peter's Square and Basilica to admire Michelangelo's Pieta, the amazing Colosseum, and the Roman Forum, where Roman legions marched in triumph. To make the most of your stay, join our optional walking tour to see the Spanish Steps, and the sites and squares of medieval Rome made famous in the movie Angels & Demons. (Breakfast)
Day 8. Rome - Ferrara - Venice
In Ferrara, walk through impressive Este Castle to the marble cathedral and browse the attractive little shops. Tonight, in Venice, why not try out local specialties at one of the city's fine restaurants? (Breakfast)
Check-in - Hotel Danieli, Venice
Three palazzos, dating back to the 14th century, house the 221 guest rooms and suites, many with balconies overlooking the lagoon, make up the Hotel Danieli, Venice, A Luxury Collection Hotel. The opulent decor of antiques, artful Murano glass, and exquisite tapestries evokes the city's rich cultural heritage and make this 5-star property a truly unique experience. Guests are welcomed to elegant surroundings beautifully decorated in materials indigenous to Venice's rich cultural heritage. Modern conveniences including plush Luxury Collection beds, High-Speed Internet Access (fee), and flat screen LCD televisions blend into the grand, traditional decor. Well-stocked refreshment centers offer snacks, non-alcoholic beverages, wines, and spirits for a charge. A customized line of bath amenities exclusively designed by Laura Tonatto for Hotel Danieli is featured in the bathrooms of each of the suites, and in the guestrooms in Palazzo Danieli Excelsior.
Day 9. Venice
Enter Venice in style by Private Boat. Highlights of your walking tour with a Local Guide are St. Mark's and its basilica; lavish Doges' Palace and the Bridges of Sighs. Enjoy a Glassblower demonstration. Afternoon at leisure; you may wish to join an optional gondola serenade. (Breakfast, Dinner)
Day 10. Venice - Innsbruck, Austria - Munich, Germany
Across spectacular Brenner Pass, through the Tyrolean Alps to Innsbruck, where a pleasant stroll through quaint medieval lanes takes you to Emperor Maximilian's Golden Roof. Continue to Munich, Germany's _Secret Capital._ Visit Marienplatz with its Old and New Town Halls. Highlight is a visit to Globus Local Favorite the famous Hofbrauhaus, dating back to 1589. You'll have a bit of free time for dinner before going to your hotel. (Breakfast)
Check-in - Holiday Inn Munich City Centre Hotel
Day 11. Munich - Rothenburg - Rhineland
Marvel at the Olympic Stadium and its 1,000-foot-high Television Tower. Continue through the Swabian Jura and part of the Romantic Road to picturesque Rothenburg for a walk through this walled town, famous for Christmas ornaments. (Breakfast, Dinner)
Check-in - Ambasciatori at Mestre Hotel
Day 12. Rhineland - Amsterdam, Holland
Admire castle-crested hills and terraced vineyards during a romantic Rhine Cruise while enjoying Kaffee und Kuchen (coffee and cake). Then, a comfortable drive brings you to Amsterdam, capital of Holland. (Breakfast, Dinner)
Check-in - NH Carlton Hotel Amsterdam
Whether guests are looking to be inspired by history with a trip to Anne Frank's home, revel in the artistry of the Van Gogh Museum, kick back at the Heineken Brewery, or relax on an essential tour of the city's celebrated canals, NH Carlton Amsterdam's central location will fulfill a variety of vacation needs. This elegant hotel boasts a prime location in the center of the city, overlooking the Flower Market and within easy reach of all of Amsterdam's most popular recreational and sightseeing activities. Its 218 stylish and air-conditioned guestrooms also provide complimentary Wi-Fi.
Day 13. Amsterdam
See the main sights of the 700-year-old capital with a Local Guide, like the Royal Palace, Mint Tower, the original Heineken Brewery, the Rijksmuseum, and more. Highlight is a leisurely Canal Cruise along the patrician mansions and gabled faáades. Also visit a major Diamond Center. Later, you may wish to join an optional excursion to visit a cheese farm, a clog maker, and a working windmill, followed by dinner in the pretty fishing village of Volendam_the best way to say _Tot Ziens_ to Holland. (Breakfast)
Day 14. Amsterdam - Brussels, Belgium - London, England
You will be transferred to Brussels next where a visit to Grand'Place is included before boarding the Eurostar Train to London, arriving in the late afternoon. (Breakfast)
Check-in - Brussels Marriott Hotel
The Brussels Marriott, a beautiful hotel in Brussels city center, is steeped in rich culture that has been evolving for more than 1,000 years. With French and Flemish influences, famed institutions, museums and architectural marvels, Brussels offers vast international appeal. Our Brussels city center hotel is within walking distance of renowned landmarks, including the Grand Place and Mont des Arts. Set where an island once stood in a flowing river, this grand hotel offers modern accommodations in a historic building.
Day 15. London
Sightseeing with a local guide today includes the most famous landmarks, a visit to St. Paul's Cathedral, and the Changing of the Guard, if held.
Day 16. Depart England
Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning.
Where available, the Flexible Change Plan allows you to change your travel date for ANY reason (between 30 days and 14 days before planned departure). You will receive a Future Travel Credit for the entire amount you paid. Please note that prepaid instant purchase airfares and group airfare are not eligible for the Flexible Change Plan and are subject to airline-imposed change or cancellation fees based on airline rules at the time that the change is requested. You must rebook using the original air carrier at least 14 days prior to your originally scheduled departure and complete travel at least 1 year from original booking date. Additional fees may apply. Future travel credit is non-transferable, non-refundable, and may not be redeemed for cash.