Trekking Through the Continent with Classical Italy

Welcome to London! Upon your arrival at the airport, we'll transfer you to your hotel. Check the information boards in the hotel reception area for details about the welcome meeting with your guide and fellow travelers.

Today, we'll dive into the heart of London with a guided tour showcasing the city's rich history and vibrant culture. We'll see iconic landmarks including the Houses of Parliament, the River Thames, the Tower of London, and Buckingham Palace, where we may witness the famous Changing of the Guard. In the evening, we'll explore the bustling neighborhoods of Leicester Square, China Town, and Soho, offering a lively atmosphere and a variety of dining options.

After breakfast, we'll visit the British Museum, one of the world's oldest museums. We'll then head to Camden, known for its eclectic and vibrant street market. In the afternoon, we'll travel to Colchester, England's oldest city, before boarding a ferry in Harwich for an overnight voyage to the Netherlands.

We'll start the day in the Netherlands, stopping first in the picturesque fishing village of Volendam. From there, we'll head to Amsterdam for a panoramic tour of the city's canals, official buildings, and parks. We'll also learn about the art of diamond cutting. In the evening, we'll have dinner in Rembrandtplein, a vibrant area with restaurants offering cuisines from around the world.

Today, we'll journey to Bruges, a charming medieval city known as the 'Venice of the North' due to its picturesque canals. You'll have the opportunity to explore its cobblestone streets, historic buildings, and romantic bridges. From there, we'll continue to Paris, arriving in the evening.

We'll start the day with a visit to the magnificent Palace of Versailles and its beautiful gardens. Afterwards, we'll head to Montmartre, a bohemian neighborhood known for its artists and cabarets. We'll take a cable car up to this area and enjoy a city tour with a local guide. In the evening, you'll have the option to attend a variety show.

We'll start the day in the heart of Paris, visiting the iconic Eiffel Tower. You'll have the opportunity to ascend to the second floor of this remarkable monument. Afterwards, we'll enjoy a boat cruise along the River Seine, offering a different perspective of the city. The rest of the day is yours to explore Paris at your leisure.

Today, we'll travel to the heart of France's Bourgogne region, known for its wines. We'll visit Beaune, a city brimming with flowers, a hospice, and a wine museum. We'll then continue to Lyon, the capital of Roman Gallia, where we'll take a cable car to Notre Dame de Fourvière for a panoramic view of the city. Depending on the group size, we may spend the night in Chambery, a medieval-style city near Lyon.

Today, we'll journey through beautiful landscapes as we make our way to Switzerland. We'll stop in Geneva, where we'll see the Palais des Nations and the beautiful English Garden. After lunch, we'll continue our journey, passing by the beautiful Leman and Neuchatel lakes. We'll stop in Neuchatel for a walk by the lake and a visit to the historic town center. We'll then continue to Zurich, arriving in the late afternoon.

We'll start the day with a guided tour of Zurich, Switzerland's largest city and a global center for banking and finance. We'll then enjoy a scenic cruise on Lake Zurich, disembarking in the picturesque village of Rapperswil, known for its medieval castle. We'll return to Zurich by train, experiencing the efficiency and punctuality of Swiss railways.

Today, we'll journey through stunning mountain landscapes in the region of Interlaken. We'll stop in Grindelwald, where we'll take a cable car up the mountain and enjoy a walk along a winding path leading to a suspended bridge. After lunch, we'll continue to Lucerne, one of the most beautiful cities in Switzerland. We'll return to Zurich in the evening.

We'll leave Zurich early in the morning and cross the Alps to reach Lugano, the cosmopolitan capital of Italian Switzerland. After some time to explore, we'll continue to the enchanting town of Morcote, known for its beautiful stone houses. From there, we'll travel to Milan, Italy's fashion capital. We'll visit the impressive Duomo Square before transferring to the hotel.

Today, we'll journey to Pisa, where we'll take a tourist train to the Piazza Dei Miracoli to admire the city's beautiful art complex, including the famous Leaning Tower of Pisa. From there, we'll continue to Rome, arriving in the evening.

We'll start the day with a scenic tour of Rome, offering an introduction to 'The Eternal City'. We'll visit the tiny state of the Vatican, the epicenter of Christianity, where you'll have the opportunity to visit St. Peter's Basilica. We'll also visit the Imperial Forums, an impressive architectural complex that was the center of political activity in Imperial Rome. In the evening, we'll explore the Trastevere area, known for its narrow cobbled streets, hidden treasures, and a variety of dining options.

Today, we'll leave Rome and head north to Florence. We'll start with a visit to the impressive Piazzale Michelangelo. In the evening, we'll take a tour with a local expert, walking through the historic center, taking in places such as the Ponte Vecchio, the Duomo, and Plaza della Signoria. This city is truly an outdoor museum. You'll have some leisure time to explore and enjoy dinner at a restaurant of your choice.

Today, we'll journey to Venice, the 'City of Canals'. We'll take a boat to the Island of Venice, where we'll visit the marvelous St. Mark's Square with a local guide. We'll also visit the Murano Glass Factory to see how this ancient glass is made. The rest of the day is yours to explore Venice at your leisure. We'll spend the night in the Mestre district.

After breakfast, our unforgettable tour comes to an end. We hope you've enjoyed this journey through Europe's most enchanting cities and landscapes.