From St. Paul's To St. Peter's

2012 Season
Departs From: London

From 1,131EUR

Length: 12 days from London to Rome, or 13 days incl. travel

Overview

Begin your vacation in London with two overnights and leisure time to make your own discoveries in this lively city. Cross the English Channel by Eurostar train to Paris. Your 2-night stay here includes guided sightseeing that highlights the Arc de Triomphe, Champs Elysées, and the Eiffel Tower, then time to explore the French capital at your own pace. Head southeast through Burgundy to picture-perfect Lucerne in Switzerland. Then visit Lugano in the Italian-speaking Swiss canton of Ticino before crossing into Italy. Stop in Verona to see Juliet’s balcony, and in beautiful Venice for two overnights, a canal boat ride to St. Mark’s Square, and free time to maybe try an optional gondola ride. In Florence, “Cradle of the Renaissance,” enjoy a guided walking tour that introduces you to Santa Croce, Signoria Square, Palazzo Vecchio, and more. Admire the famous Leaning Tower of Pisa before spending two nights in the “Eternal City” of Rome, with guided sightseeing that highlights St. Peter’s Square, the Roman Forum, and the mighty Colosseum.

Note:

December 14 Departure - Christmas in Rome

Duration: 12 Days

Schedule:

Start Date	End Date
30 May, 2012	10 June, 2012
06 June, 2012	17 June, 2012
13 June, 2012	24 June, 2012
20 June, 2012	01 July, 2012
20 June, 2012	01 July, 2012
27 June, 2012	08 July, 2012
04 July, 2012	15 July, 2012
18 July, 2012	29 July, 2012
25 July, 2012	05 August, 2012
15 August, 2012	26 August, 2012
22 August, 2012	02 September, 2012
29 August, 2012	09 September, 2012
05 September, 2012	16 September, 2012
12 September, 2012	23 September, 2012
19 September, 2012	30 September, 2012
19 September, 2012	30 September, 2012
26 September, 2012	07 October, 2012
03 October, 2012	14 October, 2012
10 October, 2012	21 October, 2012
17 October, 2012	28 October, 2012
24 October, 2012	04 November, 2012
31 October, 2012	11 November, 2012
15 December, 2012	26 December, 2012

City Highlights

Headsets throughout the tour

Visits to Lucerne, Lugano, Verona, Venice, Pisa

Note:

July 17, July 24, July 31 & August 7 Departures - cross channel by ferry instead of Eurostar train.

Scenic Highlights

French Burgundy, Swiss Alps, Tuscanys Maremma

Day 1   Arrive in London, England. Check into your hotel. In the afternoon you may want to start exploring the lively British capital. Uniformed hosts are available to help you make the most of your stay.

Day 2   London. A full day to savor our rich program of optional activities: take a panoramic tour of London’s landmarks, visit the Tower of London, or choose an excursion to Windsor Castle. Tonight, maybe a leisurely cruise on the River Thames? (B)

Day 3   London–Paris, France. Board the Eurostar train to Paris. Here you’ll be met by your Tour Director and luxury coach. Overnight in Paris. (B)

Day 4   Paris. Paris is a world-class city that probably has more familiar landmarks than almost any other city in the world. This morning, see them during the including city tour. View the famous Arc de Triomphe, Opéra, Eiffel Tower, Champs Elysées, and much more with a Local Guide. In the afternoon, feel like a French aristocrat as you join the optional walking tour through the immense Palace of Versailles. This evening, why not join an optional welcome dinner? (B)

Day 5   Paris–Lake Lucerne, Switzerland. Fascinating, ever-changing scenery today. Views of Fontainebleau Forest, the wine-growing area of Burgundy, then prosperous farms and tidy half-timbered villages as you head through the Alpine heart of Switzerland to picture-book Lake Lucerne. (B,D)

Day 6   Lake Lucerne. One of Switzerland’s finest cities nestled amid its snowcapped Alps, surrounded by its lake, and embellished by the clear mountain waters of the River Reuss. The orientation includes the Lion Monument, erected in memory of the 800 Swiss Guards who defended Louis XVI and his wife at the wooden Chapel Bridge. A grand selection of optional activities completes the day: a cable-car ride to the 10,000-foot summit of Mount Titlis; a cruise on the fjord-like lake; and, of course, time to shop for that very Swiss watch. (B)

Day 7   Lake Lucerne–Lugano–Verona, Italy–Venice Area. More wonderful Alpine scenery as you drive into the mountain ranges that surround the massive St. Gotthard. Once through its great tunnel, you’ll start your scenic descent into the warmer and sunnier ambiance of the Canton Ticino. Stop in beautiful Lugano and take a stroll along the lakeside promenade. Later, cross into Italy and drive through the Lombardy plains to Verona, the city of Romeo and Juliet, also known as "Little Rome" for its splendid amphitheater still standing in its former glory. Overnight in the Venice area. (B)

Day 8   Venice Area. Venice is more like a marvelous film set than a real live city, with criss-crossing canals, gondolas and water buses, arched bridges, palaces, and busy little piazzas. The orientation starts with a boat ride and is followed by a chance to watch Venetian glassblowers fashion their delicate objects as they did centuries ago. Don’t miss out on the optional gondola trip, gliding along the picturesque canals with a local troubadour to serenade you. (B,D)

Day 9   Venice Area–Florence. Start the day by journeying south across the Apennines into the gentle and hilly countryside of Tuscany. Then, to Florence for an included walking tour with a Local Guide. (B,D)

Day 10   Florence–Pisa–Rome. Leave this Renaissance gem and city of the Medicis this morning. Later, stop in Pisa to see the famed Square of Miracles and view the Leaning Tower. Then, journey south to Rome. Tonight an optional evening drive through the city, a floodlit spectacular of shimmering fountains, magnificent churches, and piazzas, followed by dinner. (B)

Day 11   Rome. Todays sightseeing with a Local Guide features St. Peter’s Square, and includes an inside visit of the Colosseum and the Roman Forum. (B)

Day 12   Rome. Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning. (B)

Meals:  Buffet breakfasts (B); 3 dinners (D)

Hotel Information:  LONDON Kensington Close (ST), PARIS Timhotel Berthier (ST), LAKE LUCERNE Hirschen (ST) at Flüelen, VENICE AREA Poppi (F) at Mira, FLORENCE AREA Demidoff (F) at Pratolino, ROME Park Dei Massimi (F)

Guides

Host service in London. Local Guides for city sightseeing in Paris, Florence, Rome. Professional Tour Director while touring

Transportation

If transport to or from airport is required, please let us know. On the Continent, private first-class air-conditioned motorcoach. Eurostar train London-Paris; canal transfer boat in Venice. July 17, July 24, July 31 & August 7 departures cross channel by ferry instead of Eurostar train.


Terms and Conditions

Note: Flights are NOT included with the Tour and unless otherwise stated above transfers are also NOT included.

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