Travel the Road to Rome on this 15-day journey from London to Rome. In London see the highlights of Westminster Abbey, Big Ben, and Buckingham Palace. After taking the scenic ferry to Calais, France, continue on to Paris. While in Paris see the Notre Dame and view the Louvre and Place de la Concorde on your way down the Champs Elysees to the Eiffel Tower. Travel across the romantic French countryside and past the Jura Mountains into Switzerland. In Lovely Lucerne see the Chapel Bridge and Lion Monument and then enjoy a ride on the cog-wheel train and cable car to the summit of Mt Pilatus!
Continue past Liechtenstein into Austria. Enjoy sightseeing in Innsbruck including the Imperial Palace and then spend the day in Salzburg, visiting many of the main sights of Mozart’s birthplace.
From Austria head south to magical Venice where a private ferry carries you past ornate palace to St. Marks Square. See a glass blowing demonstration before a highlight gondola ride. Next, head to Tuscany to visit the Accademia and see the “David”. See the magnificent cathedral and people watch at Signoria Square. Continue along the Road to Rome where your sightseeing included visits to St. Peter’s Basilica, the Colosseum and the Forum. Your final evening in Rome join your tour director and group for a Highlight Dinner to celebrate a fantastic holiday.
Airfare is available from over 60 cities across the US; call for up-to-the-minute airfare pricing from your departure city. Tour price is per person and is based on two people sharing a twin bedded room. Single rooms are available at a supplement or you can choose to participate in our room share program.
Note: This tour is operated by our sister company.
Your Tour Price Includes
VIP Door-to-Door TransferTransfers you from your door step to select airports. Start your vacation in style with our outbound VIP Door-to-Door Town Car airport transfer service available on every tour from over 40 cities throughout the USA. Our service will collect your from you home and transfer you to your departure airport. We will arrange a pick-up time from your home that suits you, and your driver will meet you at your front door and assist with your bags before transporting you to the airport with ample time for check-in. |
Local Expert Guides in London, Paris, Florence and RomeLocal Expert Guides in London, Paris, Florence and Rome. |
TransportationLuxury motorcoach with A/C, panoramic windows, reclining seats & emergency restroom. Airport arrival and departure transfers as noted in itinerary included with the purchase of combined air and land package. |
First Class HotelsHotels are an expensive element of any tour and certainly one of the most important. For our tours we reserve European Standard First Class Hotels (or best available) and all hotel rooms feature a private bathroom. You’ll enjoy our selection of hotels such as Radisson, Hilton and Sheraton. |
Travel DocumentsTravel wallet, travel planner & map. $100 Frequent Traveler Discount upon return for a future tour. |
18 Meals13 Breakfasts, 3 dinners, 1 Highlight Dinner, and 1 Dine-Around Dinner Included |
Professional Tour DirectorYour tour will be conducted by the most experienced Tour Directors in the business and will be with you throughout the tour. |
Loud & ClearThis tour utilizes our personal audio system allowing you to roam and explore sites (within 60 feet) without missing any insight from your Tour Director or local guide. |
Included Tour Highlights
London SightseeingLondon’s sightseeing includes Westminster Abbey, Big Ben, the Houses of Parliament, Trafalgar Square and Buckingham Palace. |
Enjoy a Venetian gondola rideSit back and relax as your gondolier steers you through the narrow Venetian canals. A highlight not to be missed! |
Enjoy views of Paris from the Eiffel TowerThe Eiffel Tower was designed by A. G. Eiffel and erected in the Champ-de-Mars for the Paris exposition of 1889. The tower is 984 ft high and consists of an iron framework supported on four masonry piers, from which rise four columns uniting to form one shaft. Three platforms at different heights (the intermediate platform just above the junction of the columns is 644 ft) are reached by stairs and elevators. On the top of the tower are a meteorological station, a wireless station, and a television transmission antenna. Enjoy an included trip up to the second landing stage and admire the magnificent views of the city. |
Visit the Accademia to view Michelangelo’s DavidEnjoy a visit to Accadamia to view Michelangelo’s Statue of David. This famous sculpture (also known as Il Gigante), carved between 1501 and I504 was destined to be placed immediately in front of the Palazzo Signoria in Florence. Today it is one of the most famous statues in the world. |
View Lucerne’s Lion Monument and Chapel BridgeThe dying Lion of Lucerne. ’The dying Lion of Lucerne’ is one of the world’s most famous monuments. It was carved out of natural rock in memory of the heroic deaths of the Swiss mercenaries at the Tuileries in 1792. Mark Twain described the Lion of Lucerne as ’the saddest and most moving piece of rock in the world’. |
Rome sightseeing includes the Forum and ColosseumRoman Forum The commercial, political and religious centre of ancient Rome, the Roman Forum (Foro Romano) stands in a valley between the Capitoline and Palatine hills. Originally marshland, the area was drained during the early Republican era and became a centre for political rallies, public ceremonies and Senate meetings. The forum was constructed over 900 years, with later emperors erecting buildings next to those from the Republican era. Its importance declined along with the Roman Empire after the 4th century AD, and the temples, monuments and buildings constructed by successive emperors and senators fell into ruin, eventually leading to the site being used as pasture land. In the Middle Ages the area was known as the Campo Vaccino (literally ’cow field’). |
Mirabell Gardens in SalzburgVisit the formal gardens of Mirabell Palace and photograph the city skyline crowned by its castle. |
Optional Excursions
Optional excursions can be purchased upon arrival.
The list below is a sampling of excursions that may be offered by your tour director.
Paris - Dinner, Seine Cruise & Illuminations TourAn excellent dinner in a traditional Parisian Bistro is followed by a cruise along the River Seine to view famous sights from the Eiffel Tower to Notre Dame cathedral. The evening ends with a tour of the spectacular illuminations of Paris. |
Venice - Burano Excursion & LunchExplore the Venetian lagoon on our cruise around the islands including the colorful island of Burano - a photographers paradise and famous for its lace. Then enjoy a superb lunch sampling the local specialties. An excursion not to be missed! |
Paris – Illuminations & Seine River CruiseThe City of Light radiates in all of her glory on a memorable drive along floodlit boulevards and down the Champs-Elysees while viewing such famous landmarks as the Arc de Triomphe and Opera. Later, we enjoy a Seine River cruise. |
Florence - San Gimignano & Pisa ExcursionA delightful excursion to Tuscany\'s most famous hilltop town. San Gimignano is considered the medieval Manhattan of Italy due to its towers which dominate the skyline. There is time to enjoy the atmosphere of this unchanged ancient jewel which has remained intact since the 14th century, and today is a UNESCO World Heritage town. Continue on to Pisa, where we view the Square of Miracles and see the world famous Leaning Tower, with our local guide. |
Paris - Moulin RougeDinner and cabaret at the world famous Moulin Rouge – the original Parisian cabaret – immortalized by the recent award winning film! |
Florence - Dinner in the Tuscan HillsA fabulous dinner of Tuscan specialties awaits you. We drive into the hills surrounding Florence for a fabulous meal and Chianti wine! A great evening of food, wine and fun! (On certain occasions a visit to the Monastery will be included before the dinner €62) |
Paris - Nouvelle Eve DinnerDinner with wine included at one of the most prestigious cabarets in town. An evening of exciting acts, stunning tableaux and wonderful entertainment. |
Florence - Dinner at La CertosaWe enjoy a Tuscan dinner with wine in a private room overlooking the imposing Certosa monastery. The menu features local specialties and music is provided by local artists. At the end of the meal we can taste the famous liqueurs produced by the monks. (This tour is sometimes offered with an interior visit to the monastery). |
Lucerne - Lake Lucerne Happy Hour CruiseWidely considered to be the loveliest of the mountain lakes, much of the shoreline of Lake Lucerne can only be fully appreciated from the water. Admire the spectacular homes of the fortunate few, privileged to live on its scenic shores, as we cruise gently by. Two drinks will be served during the trip. |
Rome - Roman Dinner PartyEnjoy an evening of delicious Roman cuisine with drinks, music and a great Italian ambiance. |
Lucerne - Carriages & CountrysideA chance to meet the Swiss, as local farmers take us on a delightful countryside tour in horse-drawn carriages. Enjoy stunning scenery as we trot around a typical rural community, en route to a local farm where local drinks and snacks will be served. |
Rome - Piazza & FountainsThis walking tour takes you to the Trevi Fountain and Piazza Navona with its pavement cafes, 17th century fountains and architecture. Perhaps have your portrait painted by one of the street artists! This tour is conducted by a local guide and you will utilize personal headsets. |
Lucerne - Swiss Alpine Show with LunchEnjoy a typical Swiss lunch including cheese fondue and two drinks whilst being entertained by a lively show featuring song, dance, Alpenhorn blowing and traditional Swiss flag throwing. |
Rome - Classical RomeOur classical tour spans Rome’s fascinating history from ancient Rome to the early Christians and the glory of the Papal Residence. First a guided tour of the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel, immortalized by Michelangelo’s painted ceiling. Then we visit the Catacombs where the Ancient Christians were buried in underground cemeteries. (On some tours the Basilica of St Paul Outside the Walls will be visited as an alternative to the Catacombs) |
Venice - Magical VeniceThis evening we board our private boats for a cruise down the famous “Grand Canal”, past illuminated palazzi and twinkling chandeliers, to the romantic St. Mark’s Square. We have reservations in a famous café where we sit under the stars listening to the orchestras play some of Italy’s best loved music (One drink is included). |
Salzburg - Eagle's Nest & the Bavarian AlpsDrive deep into the National Park past farmhouses and picturesque villages to the ruins of Obersalzburg. From here, transfer to special motor coaches adapted to the scenic mountain climb to Hilter's notorious "Eagles Nest". There are splendid views through the arches up to the 'Hohen Goll' and across the snow capped peaks. |
Venice - Hidden VeniceAn historical walk, with a local guide, through some of the lesser known quarters of Venice. Discover some of the secrets of other quarters of the Venetian labyrinth. Your experience will be enhanced by the use of individual headsets. |
Salzburg - Berchtesgarden & Hohenringstrasse ExcursionShould optional SZG06 not be available, SZG07 below will be offered as an alternative. A scenic drive in the Bavarian Alps to Berchtesgaden within sight of Hitler's Bavarian redoubt. Then via the Hohenringstrasse, we ascend 1500 m (5000 ft) along one of Europe's most spectacular and scenic roads. |
































