17 days tour

Trekking Through The Continent With Classical Italy

Trekking Through The Continent With Classical Italy

This tour includes:

Guide

English speaking tour in: LONDON, AMSTERDAM, PARIS, ROME, FLORENCE, VENICEPlease note also that your tour guide might be changed once or several times during the tour. On some tours, according to the number of passengers, the service may be provided in bilingual (usually in English and Spanish), either accompanied by two tour leaders, one for each language, or a single tour leader for smaller groups explaining in both languages.

Meals

Breakfasts1 Lunch Included in: LUCERNE

Others

City tour in: LONDON, AMSTERDAM, PARIS, ROME, FLORENCE, VENICETicket admission: Diamond Cutting Workshop in Amsterdam, 2nd Floor Eiffel Tower in Paris , Coliseum of Rome , Saint Markยดs Basilica and Murano Glass Factory in VeniceFunicular: Lyon, Cable Car to Grindelwald First

Insurance

Basic travel insurance included

Transport

Includes arrival transfer Evening transfer: Leicester/ Soho area in London, Rembrandtplein in Amsterdam , Quartier Latin in Paris , Via Cavour in Rome Transfer: Camden district in London, Piazzale Michelangelo in Florence Train: Rapperswil / Zurich, Piazza dei Miracoli in Pisa

Accommodation

LONDRES: IBIS LONDON WEMBLEY or HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS LONDON WIMBLEDON SOUTHAMSTERDAM: PARK PLAZA AMSTERDAM AIRPORT or IBIS AMSTERDAM CITY WESTPARIS: NOVOTEL P. DยดITALIE or IBIS PARIS 17 CLICHY BATIGNOLLES or NOVOTEL EST - BAGNOLETPARIS: NOVOTEL SAINT DENISLYON: CAMPANILE CENTRE LYON BERGES DU RHONE or APPARTCITY LYON CITE INTERNATIONALE or CAMPANILE LYON SUD CONFLUENCE OULLINSZURICH: HARRYS HOME SCHWEIZMILAN: BARCELO MILAN or IH MILANO LORENTEGGIOROMA: CRISTOFORO COLOMBO or SHANGRI LAFLORENCIA: BB HOTEL FIRENZE NUOVO PALAZZO DI GIUSTIZIA or BB FIRENZE NOVOLI or NILHOTELFLORENCIA: IBIS FIRENZE NORD AEROPORTOVENECIA: HOLIDAY INN MARGHERA or LUGANO TORRETTA or 7 DAYS PREMIUM VENICE MESTREWe know how important hotels are on your trip. The hotels have been selected taking into consideration quality, price and location. They are located in the cities we visit, most of them not in the city center but all of them with easy access to public transportation nearby. Our accommodation is not based on luxury hotels. Please keep in mind that standards, bed sizes and room dimensions can vary between hotels of the same class in different locations. All rooms are equipped with private bathroom and TV. Some of them also offer a mini-bar, safe box, and hair dryer. Many hotels, mainly in North Europe, do not have air conditioning or local legislation establishes limited dates of use.

Not included:

Others

Other activities and services are not included

Flights

International flights are not included

Optional

WINDSOR CASTLE T20 (5hrs)(25 EUR)One of the most impressive and best preserved castles in the United Kingdom, the Queenโ€™s favourite residence. Following the Thames Valley, we will leave London behind crossing the countryside until arriving in the historic town of Windsor whose architecture is immersed in the atmosphere of the Tudor, Georgian and Victorian styles. We will visit the famous Eton College, founded in 1440 for poor children and, today, one of the most exclusive and traditional in the country where the princes of England study. We will visit the castle from the outside. It has always been the residence of the English Crown and it is intimately connected with the history of this country. On the days when Her Majesty holds official receptions, some areas are closed to the public. -Transportation to Windsor via the River Thames. - Assistance of our guide. Note: This tour is not offered on Sundays.. 15 number of people required.THE CANALS OF AMSTERDAM T20 (2hrs)(40 EUR)In this program you will have the opportunity to take a boat trip through the beautiful canals of Amsterdam, the capital of Netherlands, considered the "Venice of the North", with its 160 canals and 1,000 bridges, its beautiful houses of the sixteenth and seventeenth centuries, unique churches with carillon and stores, and the famous "Red Light District" .NOTE: PASSENGERS WHO ARRIVE FROM PARIS TO AMSTERDAM CANNOT MAKE THIS EXCURSION. -Transfer by coach round trip with our guide. -Cruise of 1 hour and a half through the channels, where we will have explanations during the tour, accompanied by some drinks and snacks.. 20 number of people required.MOULIN ROUGE SHOW T20 (2hrs)(130 EUR)THE NUMBER OF PEOPLE WHO CAN VISIT THE MOULIN ROUGE SHOW IS LIMITED. IF ALL TICKETS ARE NOT AVAILABLE, PRIORITY WILL BE GIVEN TO TRAVELERS WHO HAVE MADE RESERVATIONS IN ADVANCE. FOR THIS REASON, WE RECOMMEND THAT YOU BUY THIS EXCURSION IN ADVANCE THROUGH MY TRIP BEFORE YOUR ARRIVAL IN EUROPE.And how could you miss the Parisian night by attending the oldest and most famous cabaret in the world? We talk about the "Moulin Rouge", with more than one hundred years of history. It evokes the moments of the Belle Epoque, in the Parisian district of Pigalle where the concept of the French "varietรฉ" began through great choreographers like the famous French painter Toulouse-Lautrec.More than 100 artists on stage, including 60 dancers from around the world, gigantic aquarium, international attractions and the famous French Cancan. All with one of the fastest scene changes in the world. A show that will not be forgotten.ENTRY OF CHILDREN UNDER 6 YEARS IS NOT ALLOWED Round-trip transport service from and to the hotel. - Table reservation. Tips included. - Show with consumption 1/2 bottle of French champaign per person. NOTE: No childrenยดs discount.. 10 number of people required.LOUVRE MUSEUM GM T20 (1h 30min)(50 EUR)This museum, besides being the best-known gallery in the world, brings together admirable archaeological and sculptural works. Due to the large size of this museum and its huge number of works of art we suggest you take a guided tour that will allow you to see some of the most important works of its interior. Our selective tour will take you from the medieval Louvre, Egyptian Sphinx, Greco-Roman sculptures, including the famous Venus del Milo, summer apartments of Anne of Austria and Cardinal Mazarin, until you reach the Victory of Samothrace. We will also visit the part of western painting, the primitive Italians: Cimabue and Ghiotto, following by the Grande Galerรญa where at this moment we can see "The Virgin of the Rocks" by Leonardo da Vinci. Next, we will admire "The Wedding of Cana" by Verones and the most famous painting of the "La Gioconda" museum. Another part of the museum that we will have the opportunity to see with our guide is the Gallery of French Painting, where we can see "The raft of the jellyfish" by Gericault, "Liberty guiding the people" by Delacroix, "The coronation of Napoleon " from David. Next, we will go to the Apollo Gallery where we will find goldsmith objects and some of "the Crown Jewels", the Gallery of the Guards, where we will find Etruscan and Roman jewels. And finally, another of the parties we visited are the apartments of Napoleon III with its splendid furniture.. -Admission to the Louvre museum. -Group reservation fee set time, no queues. -Louvre authorised local guide in English or Spanish. -Private audio guide service.. 15 number of people required.BAROQUE ROME T20 (2hrs 30min)(35 EUR)This excursion is essential to complete your stay in Rome. You can enjoy the great Rome of Bernini and Borromini, the great baroque Rome with its beautiful fountains, squares and obelisks. That Rome that the Popes created. We will make a complete tour knowing: Lungotevere, Ara Pacis, Porta Pinciana, Via Veneto, Plaza de Espaรฑa with its wonderful fountain of the boat and its staircase Trinidad de los Montes, Fontana de Trevi where you can fulfill the rite of throwing your coin, Piazza Colona , Pantheon, possibly the best preserved archaeological temple of ancient Rome and we will finish in the extraordinary Piazza Navona. An important part of this excursion is done on foot enjoying the center and heart of Rome. -Transfers by bus. -Local guide. -Individual headphones connected directly with your local guide.. 15 number of people required.VATICAN MUSEUMS T20 (3hrs)(45 EUR)THE NUMBER OF PEOPLE WHO CAN VISIT THE VATICAN MUSEUMS IS LIMITED. IF ALL TICKETS ARE NOT AVAILABLE, PRIORITY WILL BE GIVEN TO TRAVELERS WHO HAVE MADE RESERVATIONS IN ADVANCE. FOR THIS REASON, WE RECOMMEND THAT YOU BUY THIS EXCURSION IN ADVANCE THROUGH MY TRIP BEFORE YOUR ARRIVAL IN EUROPE.You must remember that many Sundays, Vatican Museums remain closed. We have organized a visit for the most interested passengers, accompanied by an expert guide in Fine Arts, we will visit the most important rooms of the Vatican Museums: gallery of tapestries, sculptures, paintings and other rooms in which we will have the opportunity to appreciate some of the most important works of art of classical and Renaissance antiquity. Our highlight will be the Sistine Chapel, dazzling after its brilliant restoration. Finally, we will visit the Basilica, where we can see Michelangeloยดs Pieta, the Baldachin of San Pedro and the dome of Michelangelo. Visit with entrances to the Vatican Galleries, Sistine Chapel and St. Peters Basilica. Local guide max group per guide: 45 people. Right of entry to the Vatican included. Headset connected privately with your local guide.. 20 number of people required.TUSCAN DINNER T20 (3hrs)(60 EUR)In this opportunity, you will have the chance to make a magnificent dinner in a Tuscan atmosphere. A group of musicians will set this beautiful evening. We can taste the typical products of the region. Do you fancy an extraordinary Fiorentina steak? During dinner we can also enjoy live music, a pianist singer from Fiorentino will perform national and international pieces of music. They sing and dance!!! - Transfers with the roundtrip bus. - Assistance from guide. - Dinner included with drinks.. 0 number of people required.GONDOLA RIDE T20 (30 min de paseo en Gondola)(35 EUR)We suggest you discover the romanticism of Venice. It may be the best way to get introduced in the city. We include a Gondola ride through the channels, we have also hired our own musicians who play beautiful Venetian ballads through the most beautiful channels to reach the Grand Canal where the most fantastic Venetian palaces are located. -Tour on private gondolas along the canals. -Musicians 1 tenor and one accordionist for the gondola group.. 10 number of people required.

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Itinerary of your trip Trekking Through The Continent With Classical Italy

  • Day 1 Day 1: London
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 1: London

      Welcome to Europamundo! Upon arriving at the airport, we will be waiting to transfer you to your hotel. Check the information boards in the hotel reception area for details of the welcome meeting with your guide and fellow travelers.

  • Day 2 Day 2: London
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 2: London

      TODAYโ€™S HIGHLIGHTS: Visit London. Changing of the Guard. Evening transfer to Soho. Get to know LONDON on a locally guided tour featuring style, culยญture and history. See the Houses of Parliament, the River Thames, the Tower of Lonยญdon and Buckingham Palace, where we will be able to watch the famous โ€œChanging of the Guardโ€ (depending on the season). Afternoon at leisure. In the evening, we will take a walk through Leicester Square, China Town and Soho, with a lively atmosphere, theatres and entertainment. There are several restaurants to chose where you can dine. Return to the hotel.

  • Day 3 Day 3: London, Colchester, Ferry Colchester Volendam
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 3: London, Colchester, Ferry Colchester Volendam

      TODAYโ€™S HIGHLIGHT: British Museum. Pleasant hill scenery. Ferry crossing. After breakfast we will go to the British Museum, one of the oldest museums in the world. At lunch time we transfer to Camden, a district famous for having one of the most varied and extravagant street markets in London where we can see relics from cultures all around the world. Enjoy some leisure time. At around 16.00 we will leave for COLCHESTER, known as the most ancient city in England. Time for a stroll. We will then board the ferry in Harwich, taking a night voyage to the Netherlands. Note: Because the ferry used has a limited number of cabins, sometimes the stage may undergo modifications and it might go from London to Amsterdam either by a day ferry, sleeping in Antwerp, or by train or plane to Amsterdam.

  • Day 4 Day 4: Ferry Colchester Volendam, Volendam, Amsterdam
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 4: Ferry Colchester Volendam, Volendam, Amsterdam

      TODAYโ€™S HIGHLIGHTS: Picturesque typical village of Volendam. Visit to Amsterdam. At around 08:00 in the morning we will reach the Netherlands (Hoek Van Holland), making a stop in VOLENDAM, a very picturesque fishing village. After this, we travel to AMSTERDAM where we will enjoy a panoramic visit of the city to see its narrow canals, its official buildings and parks. We will also see the technique of diamond cutting. Time for dinner in Rembrandtplein, an area with many restaurants from all corners of the world and near the red-light district with its liberal values.

  • Day 5 Day 5: Amsterdam, Brussels, Bruges, Paris
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 5: Amsterdam, Brussels, Bruges, Paris

      TODAYโ€™S HIGHLIGHTS: Belgium.Today we will leave for Belgiumยดs Capital, BRUSSELS, taking time in the Grand Place and making a stop to photograph the Atomium. Continuing to BRUGES, the marvelous Flemish city known as the Venice of the North. Our journey will take us to France. Arriving in PARIS at the end of the day.

  • Day 6 Day 6: Paris
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 6: Paris

      TODAYโ€™S HIGHLIGHTS: Transfer to Versailles Palace. Funicular ride included to Montmartre district. City tour in Paris. Early in the morning, we will leave for Versailles, the immense palace of the kings of France. After that, we will return to Paris at lunch time where we provide a transfer to the Montmartre disยญtrict. We will ascend by funicular to the hill and admire the spectacular view of Paris from the top. Thisneighborhood is known for its painters, artists, and its cabยญaretsโ€ฆ Sit down for lunch and enjoy a magical atmosphere. Then, a scenic guided tour to discover the history, main boulevards and thebreathtaking monuments of Paris will take place. Return to hotel. Optionally you can attend a variety show.

  • Day 7 Day 7: Paris
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 7: Paris

      TODAYโ€™S HIGHLIGHTS: Eiffel Tower and boat cruise in the City of Lights. We go to the center of Paris, starting by the Eiffel Tower area. You will have the opportunity to go up to the second floor of this remarkable metal monument (ticket included). Then, we enjoy a boat cruise along the River Seine, which divides the north of Paris from the south. Enjoy a free afternoon to explore as you choose.

  • Day 8 Day 8: Paris, Semur En Auxois, Beaune, Lyon
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 8: Paris, Semur En Auxois, Beaune, Lyon

      TODAYโ€™S HIGHLIGHTS: Vineyards in Beaune and Bourgogne region. Funicular ride in Lyon. Today we travel to the center of France, to the Bourgogne region, famous for its wines. Making a stop in SEMUR EN AUXOIS, a small medieval town listed surrounded by impressive walls. After this we will visit BEAUNE, located in the center of the Bourgogne region, with its streets full of flowers, hospice and wine museum all points of interest. Continuing on, we will arrive to LYON in the mid-afternoon, the capital of Roman Gallia on the banks of the Rhรดne (its historic center has been declared a World Heritage site). We include a funicular climb to Notre Dame de Fourviรจre where we have a great view of the city. Enjoy some leisure time to walk around. Part of the groups will be accommodated in Chambery, a city near Lyon. In these cases, we will leave at the end of the afternoon for CHAMBERY and accommodation. We will then have some time early in the morning to visit the capital of Savoy, a medieval-style city with beautiful historic center and a large castle.

  • Day 9 Day 9: Lyon, Geneva, Zurich
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 9: Lyon, Geneva, Zurich

      TODAYยดS HIGHLIGHTS: Scenic tour around the lakes and vineyards of Switzerland. A beautiful stage awaits us as we set off for Switzerland. Arrival in GENEVA. The guide will take us to the Palais des Nations (the European headquarters of the United Nations), the beautiful โ€œJardin Anglaisโ€ (with its quaint flower clock), and the โ€œJet dยดEauโ€, the tallest fountain in Europe.After lunch, we will continue travelling through Switzerland by the beautiful Leman and Neuchatel lakes. We will drive the scenic road alongside the three large lakes, with their magnificent vineyards overlooking the mountains. We will stop in NEUCHATEL, where you can enjoy a walk by the lake, the historic town center or visit its beautiful, 10th century castle. We will then head to ZURICH. Arrival in the late afternoon.Note: depending on the number of passengers travelling from Geneva to Zรผrich, this part of the trip might be done by train - in which case, there will be no stop in Neuchatel.

  • Day 10 Day 10: Zurich
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 10: Zurich

      TODAYโ€™S HIGHTLIGHT: Zurich. Cruise on the Lake Zurich. Train. With our guide, we will have a tour of ZURICH, the most populated city of Switzerland, and the countryโ€™s financial and cultural capital. The city of the banks has twice been declared the city with the best quality of life in the world. Afterwards, we will include a cruise of almost two hours on Lake Zรผrich. The boat makes brief stops to allow us to see the villages on the way. We get off in RAPPERSWILL, a picturesque little village overlooked by its mediaeval castle. We go back to Zurich by train and appreciate the efficiency and punctuality of the Swiss railways. Note: Depending on the number of travelers, the transfers to the center and from the station may be made on public transport.

  • Day 11 Day 11: Zurich, Lucerne, Zurich
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 11: Zurich, Lucerne, Zurich

      TODAYยดS HIGHLIGHTS: Admire the fantastic landscapes. Cable car included to Grindelwald. Lunch included.Todayยดs journey has beautiful landscapes with high mountains and lakes. Breathtaking scenery in the region of Interlaken. We will stop in GRINDELWALD where we will have time for a coffee before taking the cable car up to mountain. We will walk along the winding path which will lead us to the suspended bridge. Dare to walk across the bridge amongst the fantastic scenery enjoying glaciers all around us. We will have lunch up in the mountain (included) before heading back down. We continue to LUCERNE, one of the most beautiful cities in Switzerland. In the evening we have time to stroll around enjoying the city. Return to ZURICH and free time in the city before going to the hotel. Note: The guide will offer you the possibility of a full day optional visit, leaving in the morning and, after some free time to discover Lucerne, we take a rotating cable car to reach the top of Mount Titlis. At the alpine summit, at over 3000m above sea level, you will enjoy breathtaking views of the glacier and the Alps.

  • Day 12 Day 12: Zurich, Lugano, Morcote, Milan
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 12: Zurich, Lugano, Morcote, Milan

      TODAYยดS HIGHLIGHTS: Spectacular alpine landscapes, quaint villages and lakes. We will leave Zurich early in the morning and cut across the Alps in order to reach the Italian-speaking part of Switzerland. Alongside the route we will get to see beautiful lakes and snow-capped mountains. LUGANO. Arrival in the cosmopolitan capital of the Italian Switzerland built next to its beautiful lake. Time to have a stroll and grab lunch. Next, we will reach the enchanting little town of MORCOTE famous for its flowery stone houses. We will then travel to Italy. Arrival in MILAN where the guide will take us to the impressive Duomo Square. Here you will find a variety of local and international restaurants to have dinner at. Transfer to the hotel.

  • Day 13 Day 13: Milan, Pisa, Rome
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 13: Milan, Pisa, Rome

      TODAYโ€™S HIGHLIGHTS: Coast of Liguria, Leaning Tower of Pisa.Today we continue our journey towards PISA. On a little tourist train, we will travel to the Piazza Dei Miracoli (Square of Miracles), where there will be time to admire one of the most alluring and beautiful art complexes in Italy, including the well-known Leaning Tower of Pisa. Then, we continue to ROME, arriving at the end of the day.

  • Day 14 Day 14: Rome
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 14: Rome

      TODAYโ€™S HIGHLIGHTS: City tour of Rome. Imperial Forums (admission price included). Evening transfer to the Trastevere area. In the morning, we have a scenic tour, which will be a great introduction to โ€œThe Eternal cityโ€. We will visit the tiny state of the Vatican, the epicenter of Christianity in the world. You will be able to visit St. Peterโ€™s Basilica. We include the entrance to the Imperial Forums, an impressive architectural complex formed by monumental buildings and squares, center of the political activity of Imperial Rome.At the end of the evening we arrange a transfer to Trastevere area for a stroll in the narrow cobbled streets of the district with hidden treasures, such as some modest medieval churches, small shops with the most peculiar of objects or scenes of daily life. Many trattorias (informal Italian eating establishments) and osterias (inns) imbued with the Italian spirit will be ready to serve you local dishes. Other restaurants serving Indian, Chinese and international food can be found in this area. Return to hotel.Note: on many occasions during the low season, as well as in some specific dates of the rest of the year, instead of the entrance to the Imperial Forums, we will enter the Roman Colosseum, symbol of Rome.

  • Day 15 Day 15: Rome, Florence
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 15: Rome, Florence

      TODAYโ€™S HIGLIGHTS: Tour with a local expert from Florence. View from Piazzale Michelangelo. Today we will leave Rome, heading north. This route has beautiful landscapes. Arriving in FLORENCE, we head straight to the impressive Piazzale Michelangelo. In the evening we take a tour with a local expert, walking through the historic center, taking in places such as the Ponte Vecchio, the Duomo, and Plaza della Signoria. This city is truly an outdoor museum. Enjoy some leisure time to explore. In the evening you will have time for dinner, as, in this district you can find many restaurants serving international cuisine.

  • Day 16 Day 16: Florence, Venice
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 16: Florence, Venice

      TODAYโ€™S HIGHLIGHTS: Boat on Veniceโ€™s Canal. Visit and admission to the St. Markยดs Basilica. Admire the technique of crafting Murano Glass.Today we enjoy stunning mountain landscapes while crossing the Apennine Mountains. We will arrive in VENICE and take the boat and cross the Giudecca to the Island of Venice. With a local guide, we will visit the marvelous St. Markยดs Square and enter the Basilica (entrance included). Afterwards, we will visit the Murano Glass Factory. It is fascinating to see the technique of how this ancient glass is made. Enjoy some time at leisure to explore. Accommodation in the Mestre district.

  • Day 17 Day 17: Venice
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 17: Venice

      After breakfast, end of our services.

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Experience Style

Experience Style

Mixed

There will be challenging activities such as hiking, biking, canyoning and trekking, but youโ€™re also going to have other means of transportation and relaxed moments to just chill.

Accomodation level

Accomodation level

Medium

This accommodation includes essential services like a hot shower, electricity, and a nice and comfy bed.

Experience Type

Experience Type

Small Group

Youโ€™ll be accompanied by a small group of travelers just like you.

Physical Rating

Physical Rating

Basic

Almost everyone is fit for these activities. Every hike or physical exercise last less than 30 minutes, such as paragliding and horseback riding. Please ask about specific conditions.

Age range

Age range

Min: 1 / Max: 99

Experience allowed to all ages.

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