London-Paris-Zurich-Italy
14 Nights / 15 Days
Day London, Paris, Zurich, Milan, Venice, Florence, Rome
TOUR CODE - IHP0041
Day Itinerary Details
Day 01
Airport to hotel transfer. Rest of the day at leisure. Overnight in London.
Day 02
Breakfast at the hotel. Roll up, roll up. Get your combined tickets to two of London's top attractions: a trip on the London Eye and a Thames River sightseeing cruise. You'll save money on the deal and enjoy a day of panoramic sightseeing in London, the world's greatest city.
London Eye: The London Eye is one of the world's tallest observation wheels, with views over London from more than 442 feet (135 meters) in the air. Situated on the banks of the River Thames, it offers unrivalled panoramic vistas over London. Since opening at the turn of the century, the London Eye has become an iconic landmark, up there with Tower Bridge, Big Ben, and the Tower of London. It has been used as a backdrop in countless films and is loved by Britons and visitors alike.
Thames River Sightseeing Cruise :The best way to see the sights and splendor of this great city is from the deck of a boat. Aboard the sightseeing cruise, you'll travel in comfort and style past London's world-famous landmarks. The boats have open upper decks for great sightseeing and comfortable lower saloons. Relax and enjoy the views, onboard commentary, light refreshments and full bar service as London's famous sights glide by. The cruise departed from Waterloo Pier, but it's a 40 minutes round tour only, with a guide giving a full (and amusing) explanation about London attractions and its river. The departure time can be defined when retrieving the tickets in the London Eye ticket desk. Overnight in London.
Day 03
London to Paris Transfer by Eurail. Rest of the day at leisure. Overnight in Paris.
Day 04
Breakfast at the hotel. See Paris' main attractions in a five-hour Paris city tour with a difference. Your sightseeing tour of Paris includes a tour across the city by coach, views of Paris from the water as you cruise along the Seine River, and lofty panoramas from the second floor of the Eiffel Tower. You have a choice of four tour times - 9:00am, Noon, 2:45pm or 6:15pm - so you can plan your day to suit yourself. This comprehensive tour is a great way to get to know Paris if this is your first visit. Your coach tour across Paris takes in Place de la Concorde Square, the Champs- Elysees, the Arc de Triomphe, the western districts of Paris, the Palais de Chaillot and the Palais Bourbon (National Assembly). Overnight in Paris.
Day 05
Paris to Zurich Transfer by Eurail. Rest of the day at leisure. Overnight in Zurich.
Day 06
Breakfast at the hotel. Discover the sights of Zurich aboard the unique Classic Trolley. This trolley, the first of its kind in Switzerland, is styled on those of yesteryear, but with all the comforts for today's discerning traveler. A commentary is provided by state-of-the-art headsets and you can choose from eight languages. In two hours you will be taken through our beautiful city and shown the business and financial center, Bahnhofstrasse, the most important museums, a section of the Old Town, Fraumunster Church with its famous Chagall windows, historical Limmatquai, the University district, residential areas, beautiful hillside villas on the Zurichberg, as well as recreation areas and views of the Alps from Zurich's vantage point on the lake. Overnight in Zurich.
Day 07
Zurich to Milan Transfer by Eurail. Rest of the day at leisure. Overnight in Milan.
Day 08
Breakfast at hotel. Discover Milan using two different tour routes! See all the main sights aboard an open-top double-decker bus and with 12 stops to choose from you can hop-on and hop-off all around the city. Your ticket is valid for 48 hours from the time of first use! Milano is the country's economic engine room, home to Italy's stock market and business centers. This stylish city is also the world's design capital and rivals Paris as a leading fashion center. Overnight in Milan.
Day 09
Milan to Venice Transfer by Eurail. Rest of the day at leisure. Overnight in Venice.
Day 10
Breakfast at hotel. Explore the famous islands of the Venice lagoon - Murano, Burano and Torcello - on a half-day excursion. You'll see a glass-blowing display on Murano, shop for lace on Burano and visit Venice's first church on the tranquil island of Torcello. This morning or afternoon tour is a great introduction to the magical islands of the Venetian lagoon. Boarding a comfortable motor boat, you'll speed along the Venetian lagoon to Murano, famous for its glassware. During the visit you'll explore shops, factories and watch the skilled glass-blowers as they create works of art. You'll also have time to visit a museum showcasing the world-famous Murano glass. Overnight in Venice.
Day 11
Venice to Florence Transfer by Eurail. Rest of the day at leisure. Overnight in Florence.
Day 12
Breakfast at hotel. There is no better way to see Florence than on this hop-on and hop-off double-decker bus. Stops along the tour route include the Cathedral, Santa Croce, San Marco, Piazzale Michelangelo and much, much more! Hop-on and off as many times as you like for a full day of sightseeing! In the romantic region of Tuscany lies the jewel city of the Renaissance, Florence. Surrounded by the Appenine mountain chain it lies in a fertile valley surrounded by the charming Tuscan vineyards and olive groves. The art galleries and museums of Florence are renowned throughout the world and holiday makers flock to admire the superb David of Michaelangelo, the Venus of Botticelli or the stunning Duomo with its marble facade.The city is not only culture however, it is also home to elegant boutique, tiny craft shops and tempting ice cream parlors with gelato served in every flavor under the sun. Overnight in Florence.
Day 13
Florence to Rome Transfer by Eurail. Rest of the day at leisure. Overnight in Rome.
Day 14
Breakfast at hotel. Get much more out of your visit to St Peter's Basilica and the Vatican by taking a guided walking tour. St Peter's and the Vatican Museums can be overwhelming, especially if this is your first visit, so allow your experienced guide to lead the way and share the history, architecture, and politics of the Vatican. As an added bonus, you'll skip the long ticket lines when you visit the Vatican Museums (entrance fees payable direct on the day of travel). On your morning, afternoon or evening guided walking tour of Christian Rome's most inspirational sites, you'll explore the world's smallest country, its largest church and an impressive collection of fine art. A highlight of the tour is the famous Sistine Chapel and its collection of frescoes begun in 1508 by Michelangelo. You'll see the master's best known fresco, the Last Judgement, covering one entire wall of the chapel. However, the Vatican is not all gold, pomp and stateliness - it has a history full of dark tales of deceit and even lust! A world of discovery awaits you as your expert guide brings the Vatican and its stories alive. Overnight in Rome
Day 15
Breakfast at hotel. check out from Hotel to Airports