European Delight End Paris
European Delight End Paris
European Delight End Paris
11 Days Starting in Rome and ending in Paris
Visiting: Rome, Siena, Florence, Bologna, Venice, Como, Lucerne, Paris
Tour operator:
Tour code:
ESPMN17
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
15 - 54
Age range:
5-99
Tour operated in:
EnglishTrip Styles:
Active, Adventure Tours, Cruise, Walking Hiking and Trekking
Activities:
Tour Overview
The unbeatable sights of Italy's great cities including Rome, Florence and Venice; the beautiful lakeside landscapes of Lucerne; the incomparable Paris skyline with its iconic monuments and museums. Put them all together and you have the recipe for an exhilarating 11-day European trip filled with culture, history and soul-stirring scenery, from Tuscany to the vineyards of Burgundy.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Arrive Rome (2 Nights)
Location: Rome
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Ergife Palace
Meals Included: No Meals
The 'Eternal City' has captivated travellers for centuries and you’ll not be disappointed as it prepares you for an exhilarating journey across Europe. On arrival, check in to your hotel, then get ready for your very own introduction to Rome or relax at your hotel following your journey. Later this evening, you’ll meet your Travel Director and fellow travellers for a glimpse into what lies ahead along your journey. Maybe soak up the city’s effervescent atmosphere during an Optional Experience dinner of light dinner of Italian specialties.
Day 2 : Rome Sightseeing And Free Time
Location: Rome
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
With so much to see and do, you could explore Rome for an eternity without getting bored. Join an Optional Experience to Michelangelo’s famous Sistine Chapel and the Vatican Museums or start your day the Italian way – slow and relaxed. Get to grips with the city’s main attractions, joining a Local Specialist at Vatican City, the world’s smallest country. Stand in St. Peter’s Square, sharing your space with d
Day 3 : Rome – Siena – Florence (2 Nights)
Location: Rome, Siena, Florence
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Starhotels Vespucci
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Tuscany may claim to be the heart of Italy, but it is the stunning medieval city of Siena which will capture yours. Its fortified walls, towers and palaces emerge from the rolling countryside on your journey through the Chianti region. This former economic and military power today hosts the biannual Palio horse race, injecting a shot of colour amidst the burnt sienna façades of the city’s Il Campo. Your orientation tour will reveal the city’s rich heritage, architecture and cuisine, and explain why Siena is renowned for its signature panforte fruit cake, which you should try to sample during a visit at a pasticceria. Continue through stunning Tuscan landscapes to out hotel in Florence, the birthplace of the Renaissance.
Day 4 : Florence Orientation And Free Time
Location: Florence
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
No expense was spared to exalt the glory of Florence through art and architecture and you’ll see first-hand how this city paved its way to a modern age. Head to Piazzale Michelangelo to capture the city’s signature skyline with its imposing Duomo looming over the labyrinthine streets. During your free time you could choose to visit Piazza della Signoria, the city’s main square where many of the political and artistic treasures of the city can be seen. Don’t miss the Ponte Vecchio, the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, Giotto’s Bell Tower and the Baptistery. You’ll have time to shop for gold and leathercraft and perhaps you can choose an Optional Experience to Pisa where you’ll see the Leaning Tower and enjoy a local meal at a Tuscan farmhouse.
Day 5 : Florence – Bologna – Venice (Marghera) (2 Nights)
Location: Florence, Bologna, Venice
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Palladio
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Cross the Apennine Mountains to the city of Bologna where you will join a Local Specialist to view the city's Kissing Towers and Il Gigante, commonly known as Neptune's Fountains. Arrive in the island city of Venice later. You’ll arrive just in time for an optional Gondola and Grand Canal cruise – grand palazzi, churches and ornate bridges line your journey. This evening, enjoy dinner at your hotel.
Day 6 : Venice Orientation And Free Time
Location: Venice
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Take to the waters of the canal and cruise by private launch to St. Mark's Square, the gateway to the city. The Winged Lion of Venice remains an enduring symbol of the city and one you'll see repeatedly as you explore the city. Admire the ornate Doge's Palace, the Basilica of St. Mark and the Bridge of Sighs. Watch talented master craftsmen at work at a glassblowing workshop, a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience, then consider taking a cruise across the lagoon to Burano Island.
Day 7 : Venice – Como – Lucerne Region (2 Nights)
Location: Venice, Como, Lucerne
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: City Brunnen
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Your first stop today is on the idyllic shores of Lake Como. Soak up the jet-setting lifestyle of the rich and famous who love to holiday here surrounded by the unbelievable beauty of the area. Watch the spectacular scenery unfold as you cross the Swiss border bound for the heart of Switzerland on your very own 'Grand Tour' of Europe. The evening is yours to enjoy the picturesque setting of lakeside Lucerne.
Day 8 : Lucerne Orientation And Free Time
Location: Lucerne
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Take a step back in time when you join your Travel Director for an orientation tour, exploring the Old Town, the ancient wooden Chapel Bridge and Lion Monument. The mournful, mortally wounded lion hewn from rock commemorates the sacrifice made by the Swiss Guards who died defending Louis XVI during the French Revolution. You’ll have time to explore the city your way, perhaps with some retail therapy. You could choose to ascend to the alpine heavens or join an Optional Experience up Mount Pilatus for a lively folklore show including a traditional lunch, including cheese fondue.
Day 9 : Lucerne Region – Paris (2 Nights)
Location: Lucerne, Paris
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Novotel Porte d'Orléans
Meals Included: Breakfast
Cross the border into France this morning and journey through the vineyards of Burgundy. Take a walk through Paris’s grand past, its dynamic present and exciting future. You’ll discover that this is one capital that doesn’t hold back and doesn’t expect you to either. After a day of scenic driving, you’ll arrive in the City of Light with enough time to join an Optional Experience featuring a cruise on the Seine and the illuminations of Paris.
Day 10 : Paris Sightseeing And Free Time
Location: Paris
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
All the main icons feature on your morning sightseeing tour of Paris with your Travel Director. From the Eiffel Tower and grand Champs-Élysées to the iconic Arc de Triomphe which honours those who fought and died for France over the centuries, you won’t miss a thing. There’s plenty of time this afternoon to discover Paris for yourself. There’s even time to people-watch at a sidewalk bistro before a real highlight this evening – an optional dinner and cabaret performance.
Day 11 : Depart Paris
Location: Paris
Meals Included: Breakfast
As your European Delight draws to a close, bid au revoir to your travel companions and Travel Director and prepare for your onward journey home. Find out more about your free airport transfer at costsavertour.com/freetransfers. Your coach returns from Paris to London, you are welcome to use this complimentary transfer.
What's Included
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10 Breakfast
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4 Dinner
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All hotel service charges and tips, baggage handling fees and local taxes
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An expert Travel Director and professional Driver
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Audio Headsets provided throughout your holiday to enhance your included sightseeing experiences
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City orientation tours
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Cherry-picked hotels, all tried and trusted
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Drop-off if you stay at the Costsaver recommended London hotel, booked through Costsaver
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Luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries
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Many meals and daily breakfasts included
What's Not Included
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Tipping and Gratuities
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International Travel
Check out our Q&As
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Are children permitted to take part in the tour?
Yes
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Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?
Yes
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Are airport transfers included in this tour?
No
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Are flights included in this tour?
No
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Are all the relevant entry visa’s included in the price of the tour?
No
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Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?
The beauty and joy of taking a guided vacation with Costsaver is that you get to meet, travel and make friends with people from all over the world.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
Costsaver is part of The Travel Corporation, which has been in business for over 100 years.
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What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
Costsaver is proud to be a founding partner of the TreadRight Foundation, a not-for-profit organisation started in 2008. To date the charity has donated over US$2 million to assist underprivileged communities and support sustainable tourism initiatives around the globe.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of costsaver charges.
Up to 91 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 90 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.
At 29 days before tour starts: Forfeit 80% of booking price.
At 1 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.
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