Essence of Europe – 9 Nights / 10 Days

Welcome to Rome

• Arrive in Rome and transfer to your hotel.
• Meet your tour guide in the hotel for an overview of the tour.
• Additional tour details will be displayed at the hotel reception area.
• Evening transfer to Via Cavour.
• Enjoy dinner at your leisure; choose from Italian, Indian,
• Chinese, and international restaurants in the area.

City Tour of Rome & Vatican City

• Morning panoramic tour of Rome with a local guide (approx. 3 hours).
• The tour combines coach and walking sections for an immersive experience.
• Visit the Arch of Constantine and see the exterior of the Colosseum.
• Walk through the Imperial Forums, the ancient Roman political centre.
• Drive past iconic landmarks including Circus Maximus, Baths of Caracalla, Basilica of Saint Mary Major, Pyramid of Cestius, and Castel Sant’Angelo.
• Tour ends in Vatican City around 11:00 a.m.
• Optional guided visit to the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel (available after the panoramic tour).
• The afternoon is free for personal exploration or rest
• Evening transfer to the lively Trastevere district.
• Enjoy dinner and the vibrant atmosphere before returning to the hotel around 8:30 p.m.

Rome to Florence

• Depart from Rome and travel north through scenic countryside.
• Arrive directly at Piazzale Michelangelo for panoramic views of Florence.
• Guided walking tour through the historic centre with a local expert.
• Explore landmarks including Ponte Vecchio, the Duomo, and Piazza della Signoria.
• Florence feels like a living open-air museum—ideal for art and culture lovers.
• Enjoy free time to explore or shop at your own pace.
• Evening at leisure with various dining options nearby.

Florence to Venice

• Journey through the Apennine Mountains towards Venice.
• Upon arrival, take a boat across the Giudecca Canal to Venice Island.
• Guided tour of St Mark’s Square with a local expert.
• Visit the renowned Murano Glass Factory to watch live glass-blowing demonstrations.
• Free time to explore Venice at your own pace.
• Accommodation is provided in the Mestre district, just outside the main island.

Venice – Innsbruck – Zurich

• Depart Venice and cross the border into Austria.
• Arrive in Innsbruck, the capital of Tyrol, nestled in the Alps.
• Free time to explore Innsbruck’s historical town centre.
• Opportunity to enjoy lunch in a scenic alpine setting.
• Continue through picturesque Tyrolean landscapes into Switzerland.
• Arrive in Zurich by evening.

Zurich – Grindelwald – Lucerne – Zurich

• Begin the day with a scenic drive through Switzerland’s lake and mountain region
• First stop: Grindelwald in the Interlaken region
• Take a cable car up into the mountains.
• Enjoy a guided walk along a scenic mountain path with a suspended bridge offering spectacular glacier views.
• Lunch is included at a mountaintop restaurant.
• After descending, continue to the picturesque city of Lucerne.
• Explore Lucerne’s charming Old Town, wooden bridges, and lakeside views.
• Return to Zurich in the evening.
• *Note: An optional full-day excursion to Mount Titlis may be offered by the guide. Includes a rotating cable car ride to the summit for glacier and alpine views.

Zurich – Strasbourg – Paris

• Depart Zurich and travel to Alsace, France
• Stop in Strasbourg, capital of the region, with a blend of French and German charm.
• Free time to explore Strasbourg’s old town, canals, and cathedral.
• Continue the journey through French countryside to Paris
• Arrive in Paris in the evening

Versailles & City Tour of Paris

• Morning excursion to the Palace of Versailles (entrance not included).
• Stroll through the iconic palace gardens and explore its baroque grandeur.
• Return to Paris and visit the famous Montmartre district.
• Discover its bohemian culture, street artists, cafés, and the Sacré-Cœur Basilica.
• Guided panoramic city tour showcasing Paris’ grand boulevards and monuments.
• Return to the hotel.
• Optional evening: Attend a traditional variety show at a Parisian cabaret.

Eiffel Tower & Seine River Cruise

• Morning visit to the Eiffel Tower (entry to 2nd floor included)
• Admire sweeping views over Paris from the tower.
• Enjoy a one-hour-and-fifteen-minute boat cruise along the River Seine.
• See Paris’ iconic landmarks from the water: Notre-Dame, the Louvre, bridges, and more.
• The afternoon is free at your leisure; explore Paris, shop, or relax at a café.

Departure from Paris

• Enjoy your final breakfast in Paris.
• The tour concludes, leaving you with unforgettable European memories.