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13 Nights/14 Days
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The Glimpse of Europe tour offers a curated introduction to some of the continent’s most iconic cultural and architectural landmarks. In Italy, explore the Vatican Museums and experience the historic heart of Florence, including Cathedral Square, the sculpture-studded Piazza della Signoria, and Santa Croce Square. In France, discover Paris’s celebrated highlights such as Notre Dame Cathedral, the Opéra, the Arc de Triomphe, the elegant Champs-Élysées, and the iconic Eiffel Tower. The journey concludes in the United Kingdom with a panoramic experience of London, featuring Buckingham Palace, Tower Bridge, the Houses of Parliament with Big Ben, Piccadilly Circus, Hyde Park, and Trafalgar Square.
Arrival in Rome. Benvenuto! After arrival, transfer to your hotel. The rest of the day is free to relax or begin exploring the historic “Eternal City” on your own. Overnight stay in Rome.
After breakfast, proceed for a morning guided sightseeing and orientation tour. Visit the Vatican Museums to view their remarkable collections, followed by the Sistine Chapel featuring Michelangelo’s famous ceiling frescoes and The Last Judgement. Continue to St. Peter’s Square and St. Peter’s Basilica, originally built in 313 AD over the tomb of St. Peter the Apostle and later reconstructed by master artists and sculptors. Overnight stay in Rome.
This morning, board a high-speed train to Florence. Arrive in the early afternoon and check in to your hotel. The remainder of the day is at leisure to explore the city independently. Overnight stay in Florence.
After breakfast, enjoy a sightseeing and orientation tour of Florence. Visit the Academy of Fine Arts to see Michelangelo’s original statue of David. Walk through Cathedral Square, the sculpture-studded Piazza della Signoria, and Santa Croce Square. Admire the medieval Ponte Vecchio bridge. Overnight stay in Florence.
After breakfast, travel by train to Pisa. Visit the world-famous Leaning Tower of Pisa and the surrounding Piazza dei Miracoli. Later, return to Florence. Overnight stay in Florence.
After breakfast, depart by train to Venice. Upon arrival, check in to your hotel and enjoy the rest of the day at leisure to explore the canals and surroundings on your own. Overnight stay in Venice.
After breakfast, proceed for a guided tour of Venice. Visit St. Mark’s Square and St. Mark’s Basilica, Doge’s Palace, and the Bridge of Sighs. Watch a traditional glass-blowing demonstration. Entrances to the Marciana Library, Correr Museum, and Archaeological Museum are included (details to be confirmed with your local host). Overnight stay in Venice.
Enjoy a full day at leisure to further explore Venice’s charming canals and bridges. In the evening, board the overnight train to Paris.
Arrive in Paris in the morning by Thello train. The day is free to explore the “City of Light” at your own pace. Options include strolling through the Latin Quarter, shopping along famous boulevards, visiting Versailles (optional), or enjoying an evening show at Moulin Rouge. Overnight stay in Paris.
After breakfast, enjoy a guided city tour of Paris. Visit Notre Dame Cathedral, the Opéra, Place de la Concorde, the Arc de Triomphe, and drive along the elegant Champs-Élysées. Stop for photos at the iconic Eiffel Tower from a panoramic viewpoint and enjoy a scenic Seine River Cruise. Overnight stay in Paris.
Early morning transfer to the railway station to board the high-speed Thalys train to Amsterdam. Arrive by mid-afternoon. Explore the city using a combined bus and boat tour, covering major sights such as the Red Light District, old port, flea market, River Amstel, Magere Brug, and museum area. Audio commentary is available via GPS system. Overnight stay in Amsterdam.
After breakfast, take the train from Amsterdam to London via Brussels. On arrival, transfer to your hotel. The remainder of the day is at leisure. Overnight stay in London.
After breakfast, enjoy a panoramic city tour of London, covering Buckingham Palace, Tower Bridge, the Houses of Parliament with Big Ben, Piccadilly Circus, Hyde Park, and Trafalgar Square. Overnight stay in London.
After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your return flight home.