TRIP OVERVIEW
Basilicas, boutiques, and bistros. Cathedrals, canals, and cafés. Peaks, pasta, and pastries. This tour of Essential Europe goes beyond the “must-sees” to include the “must-dos,” the “must-discovers,” and the “must-devours.” As you travel and taste your way through Italy, Switzerland, and France, you’ll delightfully take a big bite out of your bucket list. The rolling Tuscan hills, the soaring Swiss Alps, plus mind-boggling mounds of Italian gelato, Swiss chocolate, and French éclairs are all awaiting from Rome to Paris on this delectable tour of Europe’s most popular destinations.
Cruising through Europe’s breathtaking scenery, captivating architecture, and greatest chapters of history has never been easier as you motor by private water taxi through the Grand Canal of Venice, ride an elevator to the courtyard of a medieval Swiss castle, and board a high-speed train for a scenic journey through the French countryside from Basel to Paris.
The following UNESCO World Heritage Sites can be seen or visited on this vacation:
Defensive Wall and Ramparts of the Market-Town of Bellinzona
Historic Centre of Rome
Venice and its Lagoon
Historic Centre of Florence
Paris Banks of the Seine
Vatican City
Special Features included in this Tour.
• Globus Choice excursion in Rome - included in your tour with your choice of a guided walking tour of the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel, home to Michelangelo’s celebrated frescoes, or a guided walking tour of the Colosseum and Roman Forum, where the story of Ancient Rome comes to life
• Guided walking tour in Florence includes a visit to the Academy of Fine Arts to see Michelangelo’s David statue, one of the world's greatest masterpieces of Renaissance sculpture
• Private Venice Canal boat ride, orientation walk, and glass blowing demonstration, experiencing the city's iconic waterways and centuries-old artisan traditions
• Globus Local Favorite Dinner at a local Venice restaurant followed by a private water-taxi ride along the Grand Canal, admiring the city's illuminated palaces from the water
• Visit the Globus Local Favorite Courtyard of Castelgrande for a light lunch paired with wine, enjoying regional specialties at the UNESCO World Heritage Site overlooking Bellinzona
• Walking tour of Lucerne, see the Lion Monument and Chapel Bridge, two of Switzerland's best-loved historic landmarks
• Ride a high speed TGV train from Basel to Paris, enjoying one of Europe's premier rail journeys
• Guided walking tour in Paris to discover one of Paris’s iconic quarters, exploring its distinctive character and historic charm
• Scenic dinner cruise on the Seine River, taking in Paris's celebrated landmarks from the water
What’s Included:
Breakfast – 8
Lunch – 1
Dinner – 3
Pricing per person based on double occupancy:
Prices starting at $4399 based on April 4th 2027 tour
Available Dates for 2027: April 4th, and 18th, May 2nd, 5th, 16th, and 19th, June 13th, 16th, 27th, and 30th, July 25th and 28th, August 8th and 22nd, September 5th, 8th, and 19th, October 17th.
Available Dates for 2028: April 2nd, 16th, and 30th, May 3rd, 14th, 17th, and 28th, June 11th, 14th, 25th, and 28th, July 9th, 23rd, and 26th, August 6th and 20th, September 3rd, 6th, and 17th, October 1st and 15th.
Tour prices are land only and per person based on double occupancy. Airfare and insurance are at an additional cost. Travel insurance is highly recommended, ask your travel agent for details.
Passports may be required and must be valid for six months after return date. Check CIBT.com for Visa Requirements
MEMBERSHIP CREDITS CANNOT BE USED FOR THIS VACATION
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