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Upon arrival at Rome Fiumicino Airport, you will be transferred to your hotel by a private car for your overnight stay. Enjoy the rest of the day free at your disposal for a first exploratory tour of the Eternal City. You can explore the city on your own to discover the most famous symbols of Rome such as Piazza Navona, the Trevi Fountain, the Pantheon and Spain Square. In case of an early arrival in Rome, we recommend a guided tour of the Vatican Museums, to admire Michelangelo's famous Sistine Chapel and other masterpieces of the Italian Renaissance more closely. It is also possible to participate in a series of other optional activities such as a cooking lesson to learn how to make pizza or pasta and ice cream. For dinner we suggest trying a typical Roman restaurant. Overnight stay at the hotel.
Breakfast at the hotel, before spending another day dedicated to discovering the city. Today, join an Imperial Tour of Rome (included in the rates) to closely admire the monuments of the Roman Forum, enter the Colosseum and listen to our guide's presentation of the evocative history of Ancient Rome and the Gladiators' fights that took place there. In the afternoon, enjoy free time to continue exploring the Eternal City. You can join an excursion to visit Rome Catacombs. For sporty people, there is also the option of an electric bike tour to discover the historic centre with its symbols or even a more secret and unusual Rome. This evening, it is recommended to take a nice walk in the Trastevere District, which is full of typical restaurants. Overnight stay in Rome. Meals: Breakfast
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After breakfast at the hotel, depart to Rome Termini Station to board the highspeed train to Florence. This journey takes about 1 hr 30 mins. After arriving, check-in to your hotel and enjoy free time to independently visit the city, the 'cradle of the Renaissance'. on your own. We would suggest a guided tour of one of the main Museums, the Uffizi Galleries with masterpieces from the masters of the Italian Renaissance (Leonardo, Caravaggio, Raffaello, Tiziano, Botticelli and many others), or the Accademia Gallery, which houses the original of Michelangelo's famous statue of David. Alternatively, there is a half day visit to Pisa and its famous Leaning Tower. Overnight stay in Florence. Meals: Breakfast
Breakfast at the hotel. Today, you will discover two thousand years of history of the cradle of the Renaissance through the eyes of an expert local guide, who will take you in an unforgettable journey to discover the most beautiful squares and monuments of Florence. With this half day tour, you will admire with your own eyes the sites and monuments that have made Florence one of the most visited destinations in the world. The rest of the day is at your disposal to visit the monuments and/or the Museums of Florence or organise an excursion to the surrounding areas. Meals: Breakfast
After breakfast, board the highspeed train to Venice S. Lucia. The journey takes about 2 hrs 15 mins. After arriving, check-in to the hotel. This afternoon, enjoy a 30 minute 'Gondola ride' with commentary via an app on your mobile phone. Before dinner in Venice, it is traditional to have an aperitif based on 'cichéti' (small snacks) in one of the many 'bacari' (taverns) scattered along the 'calli' (that is what the Venetian streets are called). Overnight stay in Venice. Meals: Breakfast
Enjoy breakfast at the hotel before departing on a full day dedicated to the discovery of Venice or its Lagoon. You can take a guided walking tour through the most famous places in the city, Piazza San Marco with the Basilica and the Clock Tower, the Rialto Bridge and Campo Santa Maria Formosa as well as other lesser known places. Alternatively, enjoy a skip the line guided tour of the Doge's Palace with the Doge's luxurious apartments and the famous Bridge of Sighs. Alternatively, you can take a boat trip to the Islands of the Venice lagoon such as Murano, which is known all over the world for its famous glass craftmanship, Burano, which is famous not only for its lace but also for the picturesque fishermen's houses all painted in bright colours and Torcello, which was the first settlement centre in the lagoon. Meals: Breakfast
After breakfast board the highspeed train to Milan. The journey takes about 2 hrs 30 mins. Upon arrival, check-in to the hotel and enjoy free time to visit the city on your own. A one day ticket for the hop-on hop-off tourist bus (with multilingual audio guide) is included, which can also be used to get around the city. It is ideal for those who want to go sightseeing on their own to discover the most famous symbols of Milan such as the Duomo, the Castello Sforzesco, the Basilica of Sant'Ambrogio and the Navigli, the famous canals, which is the very hub of the Milanese nightlife. You can continue your visit to the city with an internal visit of the Teatro alla Scala and its Museum. It is a unique experience to visit one of the most famous Theatre houses in the world. For the sports enthusiasts, a bike tour is also available. Alternatively, you can choose a day of shopping at the Serravalle outlet. Overnight stay in Milan. Meals: Breakfast
Breakfast at the hotel before taking the regional train to reach Como. The journey takes about 40 minutes. Discover the City of Como and its famous lake on your own. A day ticket is included for the hop-on hop-off public boat to discover the lake departing from Como. You can choose the best stops to get off and walk according to the departures of the boats and the time of the train back to Milan. Enjoy some free time in Como to get to know the town and shop in the many local boutiques. Return to Milan in the evening and overnight stay at the hotel. Meals: Breakfast.
Breakfast at the hotel. Today, embark on a train journey from Milan to the romantic City of Paris. You will leave behind the beauty of Italy and cross into France, arriving in the heart of Paris. Once in Paris, the day is yours to explore at your leisure. Whether you choose to visit iconic landmarks like the Louvre Museum, stroll through the charming streets of Montmartre or relax in one of the city’s many cafés, Paris offers endless opportunities for exploration and enjoyment. Conclude your day with an overnight stay in Paris, where you can unwind and savour the magic of the City of Light. Meals: Breakfast
Today, discover Paris of the Parisian starting from a panoramic roof bus. Visit the most famous neighbourhoods and monuments, from the Eiffel Tower to Notre Dame and admire the architecture of 'The City of Lights'. There is specific commentaries for children so they will be able to discover Paris through the commentaries of Lulu and Maurice, two dogs who visit the city. Afterwards, you will discover Paris from the Seine onboard a glass enclosed boat. Afterwards, you will take advantage of an incomparable panoramic view of the Capital while visiting the 2nd floor of the Eiffel Tower. Overnight stay in Paris. Meals: Breakfast
Breakfast at the hotel. Today, you will discover the charming Palace of Versailles with his astonishing treasures. Begin the tour in the centre of Paris where you will meet your guide and small group of travellers. You will board a train together for a short ride into the countryside. Once at Versailles, you will skip the line and head right into the Palace. Alongside an expert guide, you will visit the incredible gilded Palace Chapel, the King and Queen’s private apartments and of course, the phenomenal function rooms including the iconic Hall of Mirrors. As you walk, your guide will bring the Palace to life with stories of courtly intrigue and Royal plots, while also giving you insight into the everyday lives of the people who lived here. With your guide leading the way, they will give you an introduction to the extravagant Palace Gardens and allow you to wander them on your own. In the afternoon, you will have free time to explore the rest of the Royal domain such as the Gallery of Coaches (open weekends and public holidays) or the Trianon Estate where Marie Antoinette enjoyed her private moments at Palaces like Petit Trianon and the Queen's Hamlet. With a roundtrip train ticket to Paris included, enjoy the flexibility of returning to the City of Lights when you wish. Overnight stay in Paris. Meals: Breakfast
Enjoy breakfast at the hotel before your services end. Transfer on your own to the Airport on your onward journey. Meals: Breakfast
Tour Prices are per person twin share in Australian Dollars. Conditions apply and group tours are subject to change and availability. Prices are subject to currency fluctuations. (di)
