From Brussels to Rome

<div>&nbsp;Arrival in Brussels and Continue onwards to Paris and begin your European journey.</div><div><br></div>

Explore the magnificent Palace of Versailles, renowned for its grand architecture and beautiful gardens. Admission is not included. Return to Paris and visit Montmartre, the famous bohemian neighbourhood known for its artists, painters and lively cabarets. Later, enjoy a panoramic city tour of Paris with a local guide, showcasing the city’s impressive avenues and iconic monuments before returning to the hotel.

<div>Begin the day with a visit to the iconic Eiffel Tower, including access to the 2nd floor. Afterwards, enjoy a relaxing Seine River cruise of approximately 1 hour and 15 minutes, offering beautiful views of Paris and its famous landmarks. Spend the afternoon at leisure to explore the city at your own pace.</div><div>Note: If waiting times at the Eiffel Tower are long, the visit may be rescheduled to another time or to Sunday.</div><div><br></div>

<div>Travel through the picturesque Burgundy region, famous for its vineyards and world-renowned wines. Stop in Beaune, a charming town known for its historic streets, famous hospice and wine museum. Enjoy free time for lunch and exploration before continuing to Lyon, a UNESCO World Heritage city and former capital of Roman Gaul. Take a cable car to Notre-Dame de Fourvière for spectacular views over Lyon, followed by free time to explore the city.</div><div>Note: In some cases, accommodation may be arranged in Chambéry, where you may have time to explore the medieval historic centre and castle.</div><div><br></div>

<div>Continue to Switzerland and arrive in Geneva. See the Palace of Nations, the European headquarters of the United Nations, and visit the English Garden with its famous flower clock. Admire the Jet d’Eau, one of Geneva’s most iconic landmarks. Continue through scenic landscapes around Lake Geneva and Lake Neuchâtel, surrounded by vineyards and mountains. Stop in Neuchâtel for time to explore the lakeside, historic centre or castle before continuing to Zurich.</div><div>Note: Depending on the number of passengers, the journey from Geneva to Zurich may be completed by train, in which case the Neuchâtel stop may not be included.</div><div><br></div>

<div>Enjoy a guided exploration of Zurich, Switzerland’s financial and cultural centre. Discover its historic streets and important landmarks before taking a scenic cruise on Lake Zurich. Enjoy views of charming lakeside villages before disembarking in Rapperswil, a picturesque town known for its medieval castle. Return to Zurich by train, experiencing Switzerland’s renowned railway system.</div><div>Note: Transfers to and from the city centre may be operated using public transport depending on the number of travellers.</div><div><br></div>

<div>Travel through the spectacular Interlaken region, surrounded by mountains and pristine lakes. Visit Grindelwald, where you’ll have time to enjoy a coffee before taking a cable car into the mountains. Walk towards a suspended bridge offering spectacular views of the surrounding glaciers. Enjoy lunch on the mountain, included in the tour, before descending.</div><div>Continue to Lucerne, one of Switzerland’s most beautiful cities, and enjoy free time to explore its charming streets and lakeside setting before returning to Zurich.</div><div>Optional: A full-day excursion to Mount Titlis may be offered, including a rotating cable car ride to the summit at over 3,000 metres for breathtaking Alpine and glacier views.</div><div><br></div>

<div>Depart Zurich and cross the Swiss Alps towards the Italian-speaking region of Switzerland. Stop in Bellinzona, famous for its three medieval castles, which are UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Enjoy free time to explore the historic centre before continuing into Italy.</div><div>Visit Como, the beautiful Lombardy town on the shores of Lake Como. Enjoy time for lunch and admire the lake, gardens and impressive cathedral. Continue to Milan, where you’ll visit the spectacular Piazza del Duomo and have free time to explore before transferring to the hotel.</div><div><br></div>

Continue towards Pisa, where a small tourist train will take you to the Piazza dei Miracoli (Square of Miracles). Enjoy time to admire the famous Leaning Tower of Pisa and the surrounding historic monuments. Afterwards, continue your journey to Rome, arriving later in the day.

<div>Discover the Eternal City on a three-hour guided tour combining a walking tour and panoramic bus ride. See major landmarks including the Arch of Constantine, Colosseum, Imperial Forums, Circus Maximus, Baths of Caracalla, Basilica of Saint Mary Major, Pyramid of Cestius and Castel Sant’Angelo.</div><div>The tour ends near Vatican City, where an optional visit to the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel can be arranged. In the evening, enjoy a transfer to Trastevere, one of Rome’s most vibrant neighbourhoods, known for its traditional restaurants and lively atmosphere.</div><div><br></div>

After breakfast, your memorable France, Switzerland and Italy tour comes to an end, leaving you with wonderful memories of Europe’s iconic cities, Alpine landscapes, historic landmarks and cultural experiences.