Classical Italy and Switzerland (11 destinations)

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Description

Summary

Starts
Rome
Duration
7 days
Languages
English
Difficulty
Easy
Minimum age
3 years

Description

Embark on an unforgettable multi-day tour through some of Europe's most iconic destinations. From the historic streets of Rome to the artistic heart of Florence, the romantic canals of Venice, and the breathtaking landscapes of Switzerland, this tour offers a perfect blend of culture, history, and natural beauty. Enjoy guided tours, scenic drives, and free time to explore at your own pace. Comfortable accommodations and diverse dining options ensure a delightful experience throughout your journey. Join us for an adventure filled with unforgettable moments and lasting memories.

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Included

Includes arrival transfer

Evening transfer: Via Cavour in Rome, Trastevere in Rome

Transfer: Piazzale Michelangelo in Florence

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Basic insurance is included on this tour. The policy comes into effect on arriving at the destination, at the start of the services with Europamundo and it expires when the circuit arranged by our company has ended.

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City tour in: ROME, FLORENCE, VENICE

Ticket admission: Coliseum of Rome in ROME, Saint Mark´s Basilica and Murano Glass Factory in Venice in VENICE

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English speaking tour in: ROME, FLORENCE, VENICE

Please note also that your tour guide might be changed once or several times during the tour. On some tours, according to the number of passengers, the service may be provided in bilingual (usually in English and Spanish), either accompanied by two tour leaders, one for each language, or a single tour leader for smaller groups explaining in both languages.

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Lunch Included in: Lucerne

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ROMA

: ERGIFE or ERGIFE or MIDAS

ROMA

: ELE GREEN PARK HOTEL PAMPHILI or NILHOTEL or NOVOTEL FIRENZE NORD

FLORENCIA

: NILHOTEL or NOVOTEL MESTRE CASTELLANA or LUGANO TORRETTA

VENECIA

: DELFINO or NOVOTEL MESTRE CASTELLANA or MOVENPICK AIRPORT

ZURICH

: HARRYS HOME SCHWEIZ or DORMERO ZURICH or HARRYS HOME SCHWEIZ

ZURICH

: HARRYS HOME SCHWEIZ

We know how important hotels are on your trip. The hotels have been selected taking into consideration quality, price and location. They are located in the cities we visit, most of them not in the city center but all of them with easy access to public transportation nearby. Our accommodation is not based on luxury hotels. Please keep in mind that standards, bed sizes and room dimensions can vary between hotels of the same class in different locations. All rooms are equipped with private bathroom and TV. Some of them also offer a mini-bar, safe box, and hair dryer. Many hotels, mainly in North Europe, do not have air conditioning or local legislation establishes limited dates of use.

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THE BAROQUE ROME. A TOUR AROUND THE MOST BEAUTIFUL SQUARES AND FOUNTAINS (2 HRS 30 MIN)(35 EUR)

This excursion is essential to complete your stay in Rome. You can enjoy

the great Rome of Bernini and Borromini, the great baroque Rome with

its beautiful fountains, squares and obelisks. That Rome that the Popes

created. We will make a complete tour knowing: Lungotevere, Ara Pacis,

Porta Pinciana, Via Veneto, Plaza de España with its wonderful fountain

of the boat and its staircase Trinidad de los Montes, Fontana de Trevi

where you can fulfill the rite of throwing your coin, Piazza Colona ,

Pantheon, possibly the best preserved archaeological temple of ancient

Rome and we will finish in the extraordinary Piazza Navona. An important

part of this excursion is done on foot enjoying the center and heart of

Rome. -Transportation by bus starting from St. Peter’s Square to Piazza di Spagna, the starting point of the walking tour.

-Walking tour conducted by a specialized guide.

-Several photo stops at the most iconic sites

-Audio devices to ensure that all participants can hear the guide throughout the tour. 15 number of people required.

VATICAN MUSEUMS, SISTINE CHAPEL AND ST. PETER’S BASILICA-GM (3 HRS)(70 EUR)

Accompanied by an expert guide, we will visit the most important rooms of the Vatican Museums: gallery of tapestries, sculptures, paintings and other rooms in which we will have the opportunity to appreciate some of the most important works of art of classical and Renaissance antiquity. Our highlight will be the Sistine Chapel, dazzling after its brilliant restoration. Finally, we will visit the Basilica, where we can see Michelangelo´s Pieta, the Baldachin of San Pedro and the dome of Michelangelo.

"Due to

to high demand and limited availability,

we advise you to purchase this activity in advance."

Secure

your participation!

-Entrance ticket to the Vatican Museum and St. Peter’s Basilica

-Entrance through the priority lane, to eliminate waiting time

-Visit conducted by an authorized and specialized guide

-Audio devices to ensure that all participants can hear the guide throughout the tour. 20 number of people required.

GONDOLA RIDE IN VENICE (20MIN)(40 EUR)

A

gondola ride along the Canals of Venice

is on the wish list of every traveller who visits “the city of the water streets”. For any mythomaniacs, a gondola ride in

Venice is nothing but

a romantic dream coming true

. There is only one

Venice, and the gondola ride is the unique opportunity to get to know the city

from the right perspective, the water line.

So, get ready for an unforgettable ride in

the narrow canals of a city that has

existed for more than 1,200 years

.

This boat, the gondola, is undoubtedly one of the most emblematic images of Venice and one of the most recognisable icons in the world. In the past it was the symbol of elegance and extravagance, why almost every king in Europe wanted gondolas in the lakes and canals of their palaces.

For our gondola excursion, we have chosen

a special route that runs along part of the Canal Grande

, the most elegant avenue in the city. But we will

also

enter the small c

anals

, of which many are only accessible by boat. In these narrow straits, we will get the best opportunity to see the gondolier, in his traditional uniform, demonstrate his skills to navigate the vessel around sharp corners and under beautiful bridges.

To make the excursion perfect, our procession of

gondolas will be accompanied by musicians

who with their traditional songs will create the soundtrack for your visit to Venice. -Excursion accompanied by an Europamundo guide until the starting point of the cruise.

-Gondolas reserved in advance to avoid waiting time

-20 minutes canal cruise in shared gondola up to 5 persons in each gondola

-Gondola ride accompanied by two musicians in separate vessel. 15 number of people required.

SAILING AROUND THE VENICE LAGOON (2HRS)(40 EUR)

We sail towards the north of the lagoon passing by the island of San Michele where there is a monumental cemetery and then by the island of MURANO.

We continue sailing until we reach the islands of BURANO and TORCELLO, the northernmost islands of the lagoon.

Sailing along the eastern side of the lagoon we pass the island of SAN FRANCESCO DEL DESERTO and the long peninsula of Punta Sabbioni, the Venetians´ beach.

We will be able to admire the Mose plan, the last masterpiece of high engineering technology, which helps Venice during the phenomenon of high tides and separates the Adriatic Sea and the inner lagoon of Venice.

We continue to the canal where the Lido of Venice is located, famous for its prestigious Hotel Excelsior and above all where the Palazzo del Cinema is located, where every year the Venice Film Festival takes place.

We enter the canal in the south of Venice admiring the 2 famous islands:

ISOLA DEGLI ARMENI and SAN SERVOLO also called the island of the madmen.

We will pass through the Finance canal where you can admire the famous HOTEL CIPRIANI and we will end the navigation entering again in the Bacino of San Marco.

-Private panoramic boat

-Explanation with local guide.

-A refreshing drink and a snack.

NOTE: Occasionally due to low winter visibility, this excursion on the Venice lagoon will not be operational.. 25 number of people required.

MT. TITLIS. ETERNAL SNOW AND GLACIER (FULL DAY)(165 EUR)

From Zurich, a panoramique trip along the shores of Lake Lucerne to the charming city of the same name. Short photo stop along the way and city tour. Free time for lunch, browsing for traditional souvenirs in the local stores and exploring the winding alleys of the charming old town.

Explore the heart of the glacier in the Glacier Cave tunnels, venture across Europe´s highest suspension bridge on Cliff Walk, ride the Ice Flyer chairlift to Glacier Park and go snow tubing.

**THIS EXCURSION TAKES PLACE ON THE DAY YOUR ITINERARY IS

GOING TO GRINDELWALD, PLEASE NOTE THAT IF YOU DO THIS EXCURSION YOU WILL NOT BE

ABLE TO FOLLOW THE ITINERARY MARKED IN YOUR TRIP FOR THAT DAY** - Transfer to and from the meeting point to start this excursion. This transfer will be individual, if the minimum group size does not reach 15 or more people. - Fully guided tour with professional English speaking guide - Transportation in comfortable air-conditioned coach - Aerial ropeways incl. Rotair. 0 number of people required.

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Destinations

Aerial panoramic cityscape of Rome, Italy, Europe. Roma is the capital of Italy. Cityscape of Rome in summer. Rome roofs view with ancient architecture in Italy. Rome
Florence Aerial View of Ponte Vecchio Bridge during Beautiful Sunny Day, ItalyFlorence
Panoramic view of historic Zurich city center with famous Fraumunster, Grossmunster and St. Peter and river Limmat at Lake Zurich on a sunny day with clouds in summer, Canton of Zurich, SwitzerlandZurich
Famous buildings, gondolas and monuments by the Rialto Bridge of Venice on the Grand Canal, Italy.Venice
Innsbruck cityscape, Austria.Innsbruck

Map

Attractions

photo of Side View with the Bell Tower of the Basilica of San Clemente in the Center of Rome on a Background of Partly Cloudy Sky,Rome Italy.St. Clement Basilica
photo of panoramic view of ancient ruins of a roman forum or foro romano at sunrise in rome, Italy. view from capitoline hill.Roman Forum
GrimselpassGrimselpass
photo of view of White lighthouse locatad at Murano Island, Italy,Murano italy.Murano lighthouse
photo of View of statue of david on Piazzale Michelangelo at morning  in Florence, Italy.piazzale Michelangelo
Photo of sunrise in San Marco square with Campanile and San Marco's Basilica, the main square of the old town, Venice, Veneto Italy.St Mark's Basilica

Daily Itinerary

Day 1

Day 1 – Day 1: Rome

  • Rome - Arrival day
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  • Piazza Navona
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Welcome to Rome! Upon your arrival, we will transfer you to your hotel. Later, our guide will meet you to provide essential information. In the evening, we will take you to Via Cavour, an excellent introduction to Rome with a variety of restaurants offering Italian, Indian, Chinese, and international cuisine.

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Day 2

Day 2 – Day 2: Rome

  • Rome
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  • St. Clement Basilica
  • Roman Forum
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Start your day with a panoramic tour of Rome, including a visit to the Vatican and Saint Peter's Basilica. Explore the Imperial Forums, a monumental architectural complex. In the evening, enjoy a transfer to Trastevere, a district rich in charm and local life, perfect for a leisurely stroll and dinner.

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Day 3

Day 3 – Day 3: Rome to Florence

  • Rome
  • Florence
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  • Piazza del Duomo, San Gimignano
  • piazza della Signoria
  • piazzale Michelangelo
  • Ponte Vecchio
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Depart from Rome and head north to Florence. Visit Piazzale Michelangelo for breathtaking views of the city. Enjoy a guided walking tour through the historic center, including landmarks like Ponte Vecchio, the Duomo, and Piazza della Signoria. In the evening, explore Florence at your leisure and enjoy dinner at one of the many international restaurants.

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Day 4

Day 4 – Day 4: Florence to Venice

  • Florence
  • Venice
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  • Piazza San Marco
  • Murano lighthouse
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Travel through the stunning Apennine landscapes to Venice. Take a boat across the Giudecca Canal to the Island of Venice. With a local guide, visit St. Mark's Square and tour the Murano Glass Factory. Enjoy free time to explore Venice before staying overnight in the Mestre district.

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Day 5

Day 5 – Day 5: Venice to Zurich via Innsbruck

  • Venice
  • Innsbruck
  • Zurich
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  • Kehre 10 / tornante
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Depart Venice and travel to Austria. Explore the historic town center of Innsbruck and enjoy lunch. Continue through the beautiful Tyrolean landscapes, crossing into Switzerland and arriving in Zurich.

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Day 6

Day 6 – Day 6: Zurich and Surroundings

  • Zurich
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  • Grimselpass
  • Inseli Lungern
  • Lucerne Needle Dam
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Experience stunning landscapes with tall mountains and pristine lakes. Visit the Interlaken region, stopping in Grindelwald for a coffee and a cable car ride up the mountain. Enjoy a walk to a suspended bridge and lunch on the mountain. Explore Lucerne, one of Switzerland's most beautiful cities, before returning to Zurich.

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Day 7

Day 7 – Day 7: Zurich

  • Zurich - Departure day
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After breakfast, our journey will come to an end, leaving you with wonderful lasting memories.

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