European Emphasis Tour

Day 1: Arrival in Paris

Seine River Cruise & Parisian Welcome

• Arrive at Charles de Gaulle Airport and transfer to your hotel.
• Enjoy a Seine River Cruise, viewing Eiffel Tower, Louvre Museum, and Notre Dame Cathedral.
• Dinner at a classic Parisian café.
• Overnight stay in Paris

Day 2: Paris

City Tour & Montmartre

• Visit the Eiffel Tower with summit access, walk through Champs-Élysées and Arc de Triomphe.
• Explore Louvre Museum and its art collections.
• Stroll through the artistic Montmartre district, visiting the Sacré-Cœur Basilica.
• Overnight stay in Paris

Day 3: Paris to Brussels, Belgium

• Depart for Brussels by train.
• Visit Grand Place, Manneken Pis, and Atomium.
• Explore the historic streets and enjoy Belgian waffles and beer.
• Overnight stay in Brussels

Day 4: Brussels to Amsterdam, Netherlands

• Travel to Amsterdam by train.
• Take a canal cruise along the picturesque waterways and visit Rijksmuseum.
• Explore Dam Square and dine at a Dutch café.
• Overnight stay in Amsterdam

Day 5: Amsterdam to Cologne, Germany

• Depart for Cologne.
• Visit Cologne Cathedral and explore Old Town.
• Relax at a local beer garden and enjoy the regional specialty Kölsch.
• Overnight stay in Cologne

Day 6: Cologne to Lucerne, Switzerland

• Depart for Lucerne by train.
• Visit Chapel Bridge and Lion Monument, walk along Lake Lucerne.
• Dinner featuring traditional Swiss dishes like fondue or raclette.
• Overnight stay in Lucerne

Day 7: Lucerne

Mount Pilatus Excursion

• Take cogwheel railway to Mount Pilatus, enjoy hiking or cable car ride.
• Return to Lucerne for dinner by the lake.
• Overnight stay in Lucerne

Day 8: Lucerne to Venice, Italy

• Depart for Venice.
• Visit St. Mark’s Basilica and take a Gondola ride through the canals.
• Explore Piazza San Marco and enjoy Venetian specialties such as risotto or seafood pasta.
• Overnight stay in Venice

Day 9: Venice

Explore the Islands

• Take a boat tour to Murano (glassblowing) and Burano (famous for colorful houses).
• Return to Venice for a relaxed visit to Rialto Market and more sightseeing.
• Enjoy a Venetian opera performance or leisurely walk along the canals.
• Overnight stay in Venice

Day 10: Venice to Florence, Italy

• Travel to Florence by train.
• Visit Uffizi Gallery, Ponte Vecchio, and Piazza della Signoria.
• Dinner of Bistecca alla Fiorentina and local wine.
• Overnight stay in Florence

Day 11: Florence

Pisa Excursion

• Day trip to Pisa to see Leaning Tower and Piazza dei Miracoli.
• Explore Piazzale Michelangelo for panoramic views.
• Evening walk along Arno River.
• Overnight stay in Florence

Day 12: Florence to Rome, Italy

• Depart for Rome by train.
• Visit Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Pantheon.
• Explore Piazza Navona and Trevi Fountain, dinner in Rome.
• Overnight stay in Rome

Day 13: Rome

Vatican City Tour

• Visit Vatican City: St. Peter's Basilica, Sistine Chapel, and Vatican Museums.
• Explore Spanish Steps, Piazza di Spagna, and Piazza del Popolo.
• Transfer to Fiumicino Airport for departure.