Europe Sightseeing Tour - From London To Rome

The Grange Tower Bridge Hotel redefines luxury accommodation within the famous Tower Bridge district. The Grange Tower Bridge incorporates renewable solar and photovoltaic panels, and has an on-site borehole to reduce water consumption – making it an eco-friendly resort hotel.

You’re on your way to an unforgettable journey to some of the most magnificent countries in Europe.

Your tour opens in London, home to Big Ben, Parliament, Harry Potter, and the Queen. Come together with your fellow travelers and toast the start of an incredible journey during a welcome dinner in England’s sophisticated capital city.

This morning, check out the quintessential sights of London. Alongside a local guide, see the Tower of London, Westminster Abbey, Buckingham Palace, Big Ben and the Houses of Parliament. Afterward, enjoy some time at leisure to explore this iconic city on your own.

Go behind the gothic façade of St Pancras railway station. Inside this masterpiece of Victorian engineering, board the high-speed Eurostar train. Relax in style as you’re whisked away to Paris, the “City of Light.” Famous for its world-renowned art, food and fashion, Paris’ history will astound you and its style will dazzle you. See its best during a panoramic city tour featuring Notre Dame Cathedral, Arc de Triomphe, Champs-Élysées and more. Finally, see Paris from a different perspective during an incredible romantic dinner cruise along the Seine River. Set against Paris’ glittering skyline, under a glass canopy, embark on a local and authentic dining experience!

Enjoy a full day to explore Paris independently. Perhaps you will have lunch in Le Marais, wander the neighborhood around the Opera Garnier, or head north to Montmartre and watch artists at work. Or, choose to go on a locally-led tour* of the Louvre, home to more than a million precious works of art, including the Venus de Milo and da Vinci’s Mona Lisa.

Embark on a rail journey from Paris to Lucerne on board the TGV, France’s high-speed train. Take in magnificent scenery as you bid au revoir to France and cross into Switzerland. Discover why Lucerne has been rated Switzerland’s most beautiful city during a leisurely walking tour. Among stunning views of the lake and the mountains, journey through city streets, covered bridges, lakeside promenades and bustling plazas. Later, continue to the quaint village of Andermatt, nestled in the Ursern Valley.

This morning, travel south through the pastoral landscapes of Switzerland. Crossing into Italy, traverse through the heart of the Alps, taking in vistas of snow-capped mountains as far as the eye can see. Pass through the bucolic Italian Lake District, a holiday destination since Roman times.

Cruise to the island of Murano** which is renowned for its long tradition of glass making. Embark on a leisurely walking tour of Venice with its collection of 117 tiny islands, surrounded by a latticework of 150 canals and 400 bridges. In this floating city, see the Clock Tower, St. Mark’s Basilica, and marble palaces on gondola-laden canals. Continue to Florence, where you’ll spend tonight amongst the beauty of the Tuscan region’s capital, home to masterpieces of art and iconic symbols of centuries-old history.

Today you tour Florence, home of the Medici, Gucci, and il Duomo. Stroll the city streets for a real-life history lesson, and discover the four pillars of city life: art, architecture, food, and fashion. Visit the Piazza del Duomo and the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore. You’ll also visit the Galleria dell’Accademia, home to the greatest collection of Renaissance art – most especially Michelangelo’s David. This evening, stop at a vineyard in the heart of Chianti for a tour, tasting and traditional fare.

Say addio to Florence and head for Rome. Enjoy an afternoon at leisure upon arrival. Gaze at the Pantheon and see the oval-shaped Piazza Navona that’s lined with restaurants and souvenir shops. Or, you may choose to join an optional tour to the Vatican, one of the most sacred places on Earth, and a UNESCO World Heritage site. Discover masterpieces of art and architecture that surround St. Peter’s Basilica and St. Peter’s Square, where the Pope has addressed thousands of people.

This morning, a locally guided tour of Classical Rome will allow you to discover famous sights such as the Baths of Caracalla, the legendary Aventine and Palatine hills, the ancient Circus Maximus and the Arch of Constantine. During an in-depth visit to the Colosseum, your guide recounts its rich history. Tonight, gather with new friends and toast the end of an epic journey through Europe at a farewell dinner.

Your European adventure comes to a close today.

The Cardinal Hotel St. Peter is a 4-star property located in the center of Rome. Situated in the tranquil district of Villa Pamphili, the hotel is nearby to Vatican City, the Vatican Museums and Pio XI Square.