France, Switzerland & Italy Explorer |
10 days / 9 nights
Paris - Lourdes - Lucerne - Milan - Pisa - Florence - Sienna - Rome
Day 1 Paris
Meet and transfer at the airport. Welcome to Paris, the capital city of France. Enjoy a guided city tour of Paris famous highlights and landmarks. View the famous Notre Dame Cathedral, Champs Elysees, Arc de Triomphe, Opera House. Ascend second level of the Eiffel Tower to have the best panoramic view of the city of Paris. Visit Sacre Cuore. Enjoy a scenic Seine River Cruise to see famous landmarks of Paris. You may join an optional Lido Show or Moulin Rouge Show tonight in your formal wear or black dress.
Day 2 Paris - Loire Valley (240km/3h) - Paris (240km/3h)
Spend the day visiting some of the Loire Valley's most famous Renaissance châteaux. Visit the majestic Château de Chambord, surrounded by one of the largest forest parks in Europe, the charming Château de Chenonceau, built across the River Cher, and why not the private, atmospheric Château de Cheverny. Experience what life was like during the Renaissance period in these stunning properties that once accommodated the courts of the Kings of France.
Day 3 Paris - Versaille (30km/1h) - Paris (30km/1h)
Have a half day tour visiting of the majestic Palace of Versailles, one of the world's grandest historical museums. Discover the Royal Apartments, the Hall of Mirrors, the Queen's Chamber and learn more about France's history. Have an afternoon free for shopping in Paris.
Day 4 Paris - Lucerne (600km/8h)
Scenic 8 hours drive to Lucerne, Switzerland where you stay for 2 nights.
Day 5 Lucerne - Mt Titlis - Lucerne
Enjoy a city tour of Lucerne famous landmarks. Shop for famous fine Swiss watches. Then drive to Mt Titlis (more than 10.000 ft above sea level) and admire its eternal snow. Enjoy a revolving cable car ride. Have fun while playing with the snow. Overnight in Lucerne, Switzerland.
Day 6 Milan - Pisa (280km/4h)
Enjoy a drive to the fashion capital of the world- Milan, Italy. Admire the famous Duomo Cathedral and other famous landmarks. Then proceed to a 3 hours to drive to Pisa, Italy for overnight and photo stop at one of the wonders of the world- the Leaning Tower of Pisa.
Day 7 Pisa - Florence (100km/2h) - Siena (100km/1,30h) - Rome (250km/3h)
Enjoy your drive to the Renaissance City of Florence. Tour gives you a panoramic view of Piazzale Michelangelo. See the Cathedral, Giotto’s Bell Tower, the Baptistery, Signoria Square and Santa Croce. Shop for exquisite workmanship in leather and gold. Enjoy a 1 hour drive to this well-preserved medieval city of Siena, Italy for an orientation tour before you proceed to a 3 hours drive to the eternal city of Rome.
Day 8 Rome
Have a tour dedicated to the Vatican Museums, which house over 9 miles of the most extensive collection of art in the world. See the Sistine chapel, ceiling by Michelangelo and the Raphael Rooms. Later, visit the St.Peter’s church and end in the superb square designed by Bernini. In the afternoon visit the three important churches - Basilica of St. Mary Major, St. John in Lateran, St. Paul Outside the Walls. Dinner at hotel and overnight.
Day 9 Rome
Morning tour dedicated to the highlights of Ancient Rome - visit the Colosseum, see the Roman Forum, the Pantheon. After that, experience the most famous Rome masterpieces such as Di Trevi Fountain, Piazza Navona and Piazza di Spagna. Dinner and overnight.
Day 10 Rome
Transfer to the airport for your final departure.