Total meals included: 14 breakfasts, 4 dinners
ARRIVE IN LONDON, ENGLAND
DAY
1
Check into your hotel. In the afternoon, you may want to start exploring the lively British capital. Uniformed hosts and the CosmosGO app are available to help you make the most of your stay.
LONDON
DAY
2
The whole day is free to take advantage of a variety of optional activities. How about a fascinating tour of London’s landmarks, a visit to the Tower of London with the lavish Crown Jewels, or an excursion to Windsor Castle? Tonight, we recommend our optional Taste of London excursion with dinner, followed by a guided illumination cruise on the Thames River.
Meals included: Breakfast
LONDON–BRUSSELS, BELGIUM
DAY
3
Transfer to the railway station and board the EUROSTAR TRAIN to Brussels.
Today’s Distance: 232 mi/ 373 km
Meals included: Breakfast
BRUSSELS–TRIER, GERMANY–STRASBOURG AREA, FRANCE
DAY
4
Cross the German border, and stop for an included guided walking tour of ancient Trier, founded by the Celts in the late 4th-century BC. Later, travel through the fabled Black Forest, known for its cuckoo clocks, wood carving, delectable Black Forest Cake, and traditional farmhouses with sweeping, half-hipped roofs. Cross into France to arrive in Strasbourg.
Today’s Distance: 298 mi/ 480 km
Meals included: Breakfast Dinner
STRASBOURG AREA–LUCERNE AREA, SWITZERLAND
DAY
5
On your included guided walking tour in Strasbourg, seat of the European Parliament, see the monumental gothic cathedral with its ancient murals, stained-glass windows, and fascinating astronomical clock; experience the unique Franco-German culture mix; and explore the city’s historic heart, the magical La Petite France district. Later, enter Switzerland and head towards the majestic Alps to Lucerne. Visit the LION MONUMENT, a masterful stone sculpture honoring Louis XVI’s heroic Swiss Guard; and CHAPEL BRIDGE, Europe’s oldest covered bridge, dating back to 1333.
Today’s Distance: 214 mi/ 345 km
Meals included: Breakfast
LUCERNE AREA–MILAN, ITALY.
DAY
6
More wonderful alpine scenery awaits as you drive to the mountains surrounding massive St. Gotthard pass. Through its great tunnel, begin your scenic descent into the warmth and sunshine of Canton Ticino. Then, continue to vibrant Milan, Italy’s fashion capital.
Today’s Distance: 180 mi/ 290 km
Meals included: Breakfast Dinner
MILAN–VENICE AREA
DAY
7
Leave Milan and cross the Po River plain to the Venice area. Here, you’ll board your private MOTORBOAT to St. Mark’s Square. Take time to enjoy the Bridge of Sighs, Doge’s Palace, and monumental ST. MARK’S SQUARE. Visit a GLASSBLOWING WORKSHOP to watch a skilled craftsman at work. Don’t miss out on an optional gondola serenade that glides through centuries-old canals.
Today’s Distance: 186 mi/ 300 km
Meals included: Breakfast Dinner
VENICE AREA–ASSISI–ROME.
DAY
8
An interesting drive southward, through the gentle Umbrian hills to medieval Assisi, where St. Francis was born in 1182. Visit the world-famous BASILICA with its beautiful frescoes by Giotto, then head for Rome.
Today’s Distance: 345 mi/ 555 km
Meals included: Breakfast
ROME.
DAY
9
The “Eternal City” is steeped in history, vibrantly alive and exciting, and absolutely unique! Included sightseeing with a Local Guide starts with St. Peter’s Square and Basilica. Other highlights are the iconic Colosseum, the largest amphitheater ever built, and Circus Maximus. An optional visit is available to the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel, world famous for Michelangelo’s impressive fresco of The Last Judgment.
Meals included: Breakfast
ROME–FLORENCE–MONTECATINI.
DAY
10
Say “Arrivederci, Roma” as you drive northward to reach Florence. On the included walking tour with a Local Guide, discover the landmarks of this Renaissance city, like Piazza Signoria with the Loggia dei Lanzi, Palazzo Vecchio, and the breathtaking cathedral on Piazza del Duomo. Overnight in the spa town of Montecatini.
Today’s Distance: 190 mi/ 305 km
Meals included: Breakfast
MONTECATINI–PISA–ÈZE, FRANCE–FRENCH RIVIERA.
DAY
11
Stop in Pisa where a mini train ride takes you to see the Leaning Tower and the SQUARE OF MIRACLES. Bypassing the great port of Genoa, head northwest for glimpses of the Italian and French Rivieras. Visit one of the famous PERFUME FACTORIES in lovely Èze before reaching your destination on the glamorous French Riviera.
Today's Distance: 304 mi/ 490 km.
Meals included: Breakfast
FRENCH RIVIERA–AIX-EN-PROVENCE–LYON AREA
DAY
12
Leave the French Riviera this morning and head inland, crossing sun-drenched Provence. Take in the Mediterranean atmosphere of Aix-en-Provence, then travel through the famous wine-producing area of the Rhône Valley. Overnight in the Lyon area.
Today’s Distance: 311 mi/ 500 km
Meals included: Breakfast Dinner
LYON AREA–BEAUNE–PARIS
DAY
13
Enjoy vistas of famous Burgundy vineyards on the way to Beaune, famous for wines such as Chambertin and Nuits-Saint-Georges. Its Hôtel-Dieu with its colorful roof was one of the oldest hospitals in Europe. Head for the exciting city of Paris.
Today’s Distance: 304 mi/ 490 km
Meals included: Breakfast
PARIS
DAY
14
One full day to explore the city that’s known throughout the world for its fashion, art and museums, delicious food, and joie de vivre. Included sightseeing with a local expert shows off many of the best-known Parisian sites. Tonight, consider joining the optional farewell dinner in a typical French restaurant.
Meals included: Breakfast
PARIS.
DAY
15
Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning.
Meals included: Breakfast