Paris, Tuscany & Rome Tour

Refer to the “Arrival Instructions” for directions on where and when to meet your Tour Manager. A deluxe motor coach will take you to your hotel.
This afternoon, begin your visual and culinary exploration in the “City of Light” with a visit to the romantic Monmartre district of Paris. Enter the impressive Sacré-Coeur Basilica, walk along the café-lined cobblestone streets, and visit with the artists who display their works in the lovely square of the Place du Tertre.
An independent dinner allows you the choice of a light crepe or a leisurely Parisian meal.

The entire day focuses on Paris. Your Tour Manager will point out the main sights, such as the Champs-Élysées, Arc de Triomphe, Louvre Museum (open daily except Tuesdays), Opera (Palais Garnier) and Galeries Lafayette department store.
A great way to begin your sightseeing is by joining the optional Seine River Cruise excursion for views of Notre Dame Cathedral, Eiffel Tower, and other incredible landmarks along the river.
Tonight, join your fellow tour members for a “Welcome to Europe” dinner at a festive Paris bistro.

Start your day with a journey through the Burgundy wine region on the way to the historic walled city of Beaune.
After checking in at your hotel, spend some time exploring the landmarks of this intriguing town, one of France’s major wine centers with roots in pre-Roman times.
An independent dinner presents the opportunity to visit a wine cellar and to sample the regional cuisine.

After a mid-morning stop in the charming town of Besançon, enter Switzerland at the Rhine River port of Basel.
Spend the next two nights in a scenic village surrounded by the unsurpassed splendor of the Swiss Alps.

Feast your eyes on the impressive views of Lake Lucerne, framed by the mountain peaks of Rigi and Pilatus.
Stop in the village of Stans for the optional Swiss Mountain excursion by funicular and cable car.
This afternoon, explore Lucerne with its Old Town Wall and Lion Monument. Before returning to your hotel for dinner, consider joining the optional Swiss Lake Boat Ride excursion.

Travel through the Swiss mountains via the 11-mile-long Gotthard Tunnel on the way to subtropical Lake Lugano, often referred to as the "Rio de Janeiro of the Old Continent."
After an independent lunch, cross the border into Italy. By late afternoon, arrive at your Tuscan villa hotel just outside of the medieval city of Pistoia.

Begin your day with the rich architecture and art of Florence. A local guide will introduce you to this magnificent city with an informative walking tour.
After your guided tour, shop for leather goods in the Piazzas or jewelry on the Ponte Vecchio Bridge.
This afternoon, continue to Pisa for a visit to the Leaning Tower and the “Field of Miracles.” Experience local foods during dinner at a Tuscan farm before returning to your hotel.

Take in your final impressions of Tuscany as you travel past rolling hills and olive groves to the beautiful town of Siena. Explore on your own, or take the optional Siena Duomo excursion.
After an independent lunch, head for the “Eternal City” of Rome.
Dinner will be provided upon arrival at your Rome area hotel.

A guided morning tour features popular Roman sights, such as the Arch of Constantine, the Pantheon, the Trevi Fountain and the Piazza Navona.
For the rest of the day, explore your personal interests or join the optional Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel excursion.
Tonight, enjoy a “Farewell Dinner” with fellow tour members at your hotel.

Transfer to the historic area of Rome near the Colosseum for another full day of discovery.
This afternoon, your Tour Manager will offer the optional Colosseum excursion for a guided interior tour of this colossal structure as well as the neighboring Roman Forum.
Savor your final meal of the tour during an independent dinner or join the optional Rome Dinner excursion.

Transfer to Rome Fiumicino Airport for your return flight home.