European Adventures Itinerary

Day 1 London: As your international flight touches down in London, our representative will meet & greet you with a private transfer to your upgraded luxury accommodations for the next three days. The balance of day is spent at your leisure, exploring London. Full English Breakfast provided daily.

Day 2 London: Experience the Original London Sightseeing Tour, the Hop On Hop Off open air bus, which allows you to board any of the tour routes in over 80 different spots. Spend the day visiting London's many beautiful sights.

Day 3 London: Spend your day at leisure. Take a stroll along the Thames, explore the numerous historical sites London has to offer like Westminster Abbey, Buckingham Palace, & Big Ben. Shop at Harrods or grab a ride on the London Eye!

Day 4 Paris: This morning, you will be taken by private transfer from your hotel to the Rail Station. Board your London to Paris Rail - First Class Standard Premier. Arrive in Paris this afternoon and be taken by private transfer from the Rail Station to your 5-star hotel, where you will spend the next four nights in a luxury room with breakfast, and enjoy proximity to the Champs-Elysees

Days 5-7 Paris: Spend your days at leisure. Explore museums, visit the Mona Lisa, wander around the local markets. Make sure to sample Chocolate, Crepes, & Fresh Pastries. Stroll along the banks of the Seine and one evening of your choice, you will enjoy a Seine River Cruise, seeing Paris from a very different perspective.

Discover Paris on foot, by bike, via bus, train, taxi, or Segway. Take a boat tour on the Seine or take in the view of the Eiffel Tower, the Louvre and Notre Dame. Stand on the Arc de Triomphe to see the leaf-lined avenues of the city spread out before you. Lose yourself in the narrow streets of Paris, indulge in the many culinary options. The choices of how to spend your days are limitless.

Day 8 Nice: This morning, your private driver will transfer you from your hotel to the Airport, where you will board your Air France flight, arriving in Nice just before noon. Private transfer from the Nice Airport to your hotel for the next 3 Nights in a stunning Sea View room. The rest of the day is at your leisure.

Explore the open air markets or ramble through shops & narrow, winding streets as you begin your discovery of Nice. Enjoy strolling through Veille Ville, taking in the beautiful colors, wine, gifts, & freshly made Ravioli.

Day 9 Nice: Enjoy a morning & afternoon of leisure, maybe taking in a little sun on the beach. In the evening, you will be driven along the stunning, craggy coastline on your way to explore the yachts & casinos of Monte Carlo & the quaint medieval town of Eze, perched high on a hilltop.

Travel by the famous Corniche Road leading to Monaco, then tour the Grand Prix Circuit. Stop in Monte Carlo with free time for dinner & enjoy the chic atmosphere of Casino Square. Try your luck at the tables or slot machines. Departure 7 PM.

Day 10 Nice: Full day at leisure. Explore Vieux Nice, the old town, with its labyrinth of narrow streets, grab coffee & croissants while enjoying the beautiful views, or follow the alleyways down to the food & flower markets. Stroll along the beachside promenade or on the rocky, rugged beach. You could also opt to grab a convenient bus or train into Cannes, Eze, or Monte Carlo.

Day 11 Florence: Private transfer from your hotel to the Rail Station, where you will board your First Class Train to Florence, arriving around dinner time. Private Transfer from the Rail Station to your Hotel, where you will spend the next 4 Nights in an upgraded Tuscan Floor room.

Day 12 Florence: Spend your day at leisure. Visit the Accademia (David), the Duomo, the Ufizzi Gallery (finest paintings), or stroll through the heart of town, exploring markets, shopping, & sampling local cuisine.

Day 13 Florence/Tuscany: Enjoy the “Best of Tuscany” Excursion planned for you today with a great guide to bring the past to life. This intimate group tour includes a winery & cellar visit, 3 fabulous hilltop towns, Siena, San Gimignano & Monteriggioni, spectacular views of Tuscany, a wine tasting, & delicious gourmet Tuscan lunch with wine, all at a relaxed pace with time to browse.

Day 14 Florence: Day at Leisure to explore all that Florence has to offer.

Day 15 Rome: Private transfer from your hotel to the Rail Station and board your First Class train to Rome, arriving mid-morning. You will be met and privately transferred to your deluxe lodging for the next 3 nights, a beautiful hotel set right at the top of the Spanish Steps. Bed & Breakfast included. The rest of the day is yours to explore as you'd like. You may even want to pack a lunch, hop on a bike, & picnic at the Villa Borghese.

Day 16 Rome: Spend your morning at leisure, sipping on a cappuccino. Next, enjoy your “City Sightseeing Rome Tour 2-Day Pass”. On your tour of the “Eternal City” you'll see the highlights & experience them for yourself! Your ticket is valid on both available routes.

This afternoon, visit the Vatican Museums & see one of the most important art collections in the world. Admire the spiral stairway, the Gallery of Tapestries & Geographical Maps before visiting the famous Sistine Chapel for an unforgettable experience.

Day 17 Rome: Continue to explore Rome on foot! Take a few minutes to enjoy a freshly brewed espresso & continue people-watching, or enjoy a gelato while strolling on quaint cobblestone streets. At 10am, you will join your “Become a Roman Chef For a Day: A Small Group Cooking Class.”

Enjoy your 4 hours of hands on training with Chef Andrea, where he will teach you his best secrets. After you're done creating magic in the kitchen, you will sit down and feast on your handiwork. The balance of the day is completely yours. Make the most of your last evening in Rome & don’t forget to throw a coin into the Trevi Fountain so you can return one day!

Day 18: Private transfer from your hotel to the Rome Airport for your departing flight home on British Airways. Ciao Italy!

Estimated Cost for Land & Internal Air: $1000 - $1500 per person per day.

Inclusions:

Global Getaways Planning Services and Support
Flights: Regional & Domestic as needed
First Class Rail Tickets between London/Paris, Nice/Florence, Florence/Rome
Round trip private transfers throughout your vacation
17 nights in 4-5 Star Accommodations: 3 London, 4 Paris, 3 Nice, 4 Florence, 3 Rome
Bed & Breakfast basis in London, Paris, Florence, & Rome. Meals are on your own in NIce.
Lunch in Tuscany & Rome
Original London Sightseeing Tour
Seine River Cruise
Monte Carlo Night Out
Best of Tuscany Experience
Become a Roman Chef for a Day Cooking Class with Chef Andrea
Rome Hop On Hop Off Two Day Tour
Travel Insurance

Please note: This is a sample plan & can be changed to meet your exact requirements. We look forward to working with you. Contact Us today.