Set your sights on the European journey of a lifetime and discover all the must-sees of England, France, Switzerland and Italy. See the incredible sites of London, from Buckingham Palace to Big Ben. Take the Eurostar train to Paris – the "City of Lights" – and enjoy a panoramic city tour before taking in breathtaking views from your dinner table aboard a Parisian river boat. Board a high-speed train bound for Lucerne, the enchanting Swiss city on a cobalt lake and one of Switzerland's most beautiful places. In Venice, discover a floating city where iconic landmarks of centuries-old history line canals dotted with gondolas. Tour Florence, the "Cradle of the Renaissance," and make a special visit to David – Michelangelo's masterpiece.
On some dates additional accommodations may be used.
Services of a tour manager
All on-tour transportation and related fees
Hotel-to-hotel baggage handling
Round trip home to sedan airport service provided when you purchase airfare through Member Choice Vacations. One transfer per person, per reservation. (Restrictions apply)
12 breakfasts, 1 lunches, 5 dinners
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You're on your way to an unforgettable journey to some of the most magnificent countries in Europe.
Clayton Hotel City of London
Dinner
Included
Your tour opens in London, England’s sophisticated capital. Discover a bustling city where centuries of history meet an evolving modern culture. Join your fellow travelers and toast to the start of an incredible journey during a welcome dinner at a popular local restaurant. Today dinner will be included.
Clayton Hotel City of London
Breakfast
Included
Start your morning on a tour of the quintessential sights of London. Alongside a local guide, see the Tower of London, Westminster Abbey, Buckingham Palace, Big Ben and the Houses of Parliament. The remainder of the day is yours. Take advantage of free time to explore this iconic city on your own. Today breakfast will be included.
Enjoy views of the Eiffel Tower as you gently float down the Seine River, tasting savory French cuisine on a dinner cruise.
Hyatt Regency Paris Etoile, Paris
Breakfast,
Dinner
Included
Venture inside St. Pancras’ railway station – a masterpiece of Victorian engineering – and board the high-speed Eurostar train.* Relax in style as you’re whisked away to Paris, the “City of Light.” Famous for its world-renowned art, food, and fashion, Paris’ captivating energy can be found around every corner. This evening, enjoy views of the Eiffel Tower as you gently float down the Seine River, tasting savory French cuisine on a dinner cruise. Today breakfast and dinner will be included.
Hyatt Regency Paris Etoile, Paris
Breakfast
Included
This morning, it’s your choice! See Paris at its best during a panoramic city tour featuring views of the endangered Notre Dame Cathedral, Arc de Triomphe, Champs-Élysées and more -OR- step into the shoes of a local and navigate Le Métro on your way to the hilltop neighborhood of Montmartre and its iconic Sacré-Cœur basilica. Enjoy an afternoon on your own to explore Paris independently. Then, experience Paris’ nightlife during an optional dinner at the dynamic Paradis Latin** for a champagne-flowing, can-can kicking, music-driven night at the cabaret. Today breakfast will be included.
Radisson Blu Hotel, Andermatt
Breakfast,
Dinner
Included
On board the TGV* – France’s high-speed train – depart Paris and make your way to Basel. Take in the scenery on your journey into Switzerland, passing gentle hills and verdant fields. Then, enjoy views of Alpine lakes and snowcapped mountains as you transfer to the quaint village of Andermatt,*** nestled in the Ursern Valley. Today breakfast and dinner will be included.
**On some dates, you may be accommodated in Lucerne instead of Andermatt.
Cross the majestic Swiss Alps into Italy.
Radisson Blu Hotel
Breakfast
Included
Explore Lucerne, the “Swiss Paradise on the Lake”. Upon arrival, set out on a walk through its romantic Altstadt (Old Town), passing through Lucerne’s iconic covered Chapel Bridge. During free time, seek out the renowned Lion Monument commemorating the heroic Swiss Guard or visit the Alpineum museum dedicated to alpine landscape painting. Perhaps, you’ll embark on an optional excursion to Mount Pilatus,**** ascending the world’s steepest railway on a panoramic gondola to the summit. Return to Andermatt in the late afternoon for an evening at leisure. Today breakfast will be included.
Leonardo Royal Venice, Mestre
Breakfast,
Dinner
Included
Travel south through the pastoral landscapes of Switzerland. Crossing into Italy, traverse through the heart of the Alps, taking in vistas of rugged mountains as far as the eye can see. Pass through the picturesque Italian Lake District – a holiday destination since Roman times, and pause in the lakeside city of Como, famous for its silk production. In the early evening, settle in for a 2-night stay in Mestre, situated on the Venetian mainland. Today breakfast and dinner will be included.
Leonardo Royal Venice, Mestre
Breakfast
Included
Cruise to the island of Murano,***** renowned for its age-old glass-blowing tradition. After leaving Murano, embark on a walking tour of Venice, a collection of 117 tiny islands surrounded by a latticework of 150 canals and 400 bridges. In this floating city, see the Clock Tower, St. Mark’s Basilica, and marble palaces along boat-filled canals. The afternoon is yours to explore the hidden secrets of this charming city. Perhaps you will take an optional gondola ride through the narrow waterways. Today breakfast will be included.
Starhotel Tuscany, Florence
Breakfast,
Lunch
Included
Traverse the Po River Valley en route to Tuscany. Stop at a vineyard in the heart of the Chianti region and enjoy a tour, tasting, and traditional bites. Continue to Florence, where you’ll spend 2 nights in the “Cradle of the Renaissance,” home to masterpieces of art and iconic symbols of centuries-old history. Today breakfast and lunch will be included.
Tour Rome's awe-inspiring Colosseum.
Starhotels Tuscany
Breakfast
Included
On a full day walking tour, explore Florence, the legendary city of the Medici and the iconic Duomo. Enjoy a real-life history lesson as you discover the 4 pillars of city life: art, architecture, food, and fashion. You’ll also visit the Galleria dell’Accademia, home to Michelangelo’s David. Today breakfast will be included.
Donna Laura Palace Hotel, Rome
Breakfast
Included
Say arriverderci to Florence and journey to Rome, Italy’s capital city. Upon arrival, a panoramic tour allows you to discover famous sights such as the Baths of Caracalla, the legendary Aventine and Palatine hills, the ancient Circus Maximus, and views of the majestic Colosseum. The evening is yours. Perhaps you will join an optional food tour and taste your way around Rome’s bohemian Trastevere district. Today breakfast will be included.
Donna Laura Palace Hotel, Rome
Breakfast,
Dinner
Included
Start your morning with a tour of the Vatican Museums and St. Peter’s Basilica. Explore Papal palaces, halls and galleries housing priceless statuary from classical Greece and Rome. Admire the Gallery of Maps and works by great Renaissance masters such as Perugino, Botticelli, Ghirlandaio. In the Sistine Chapel, marvel at Michelangelo’s frescoed ceiling and brilliant Last Judgement. Enjoy an afternoon at leisure in the Eternal City. Tonight, toast the end of an epic journey through Europe at a farewell dinner paired with local musical entertainment. Today breakfast and dinner will be included.
Itinerary featured is for June 2024 - May 2025 tour departures. Departures prior will vary. On some dates alternate hotels may be used.
Pricing is per person,
double occupancy,
land only, based on December 5, 2024 travel date.
Single supplement from $1,300.
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