Europe Rail Tour Package- France, Switzerland & Italy Scenic Journey

Welcome to Paris. Check-in at your hotel and Overnight in Paris. Paris' monument-lined boulevards, museums, classical bistros and boutiques are enhanced by a new wave of multimedia galleries, creative wine bars, design shops and tech start-ups.

Today Discover Paris's most famous tourist sights and monuments on one unique tour This tour features a visit to the 2nd floor of the Eiffel Tower with breathtaking views of the capital, a panoramic city tour by coach, plus an hour-long boat trip along the Seine. This comprehensive tour is the ideal way to discover Paris for the first time. You will go to departure point to board this flagship tour that will let you have a glimpse of Paris. Your tour by air-conditioned panoramic coach offers you the opportunity to see Paris and learn about its history and most famous sights through an audio guide commentary (individual headsets). Children's commentary is also available in French, English, Spanish, Italian and German. Marvel at Paris's best-known sights: Place Vendôme Square, the Opera House, the Pantheon, the Luxembourg Palace and Gardens, the Orsay Museum, Place de la Concorde Square, the Champs-Elysées, the Arc de Triomphe (Arc of Triumph), and the Invalides. This Paris city tour will allow you to discover the habits of Paris people and how they perceive their own city. Thanks to rich commentaries, you will discover the history of the monuments you will see along the tour: the Notre-Dame de Paris Cathedral, the Opéra Garnier, the Louvre Museum, the Orsay Museum, the Eiffel Tower or the Arc de triomphe. While visiting the main neighborhoods of Paris, you will admire the architecture of Paris that evolved along the years, and you will find your bearings there. Children will love to listen to the story of Lulu and Maurice the dogs which will show them around Paris via adapted commentaries. They will tell them about their dog life in Paris where they are well received. They will tell them about the history of the city through anecdotes about the dogs of famous figures. This two hour Paris tour will allow them to see the city in a fun and lively way. At the foot of the Eiffel Tower, step aboard for an hour-long musical cruise along the Seine with an audio guide. Marvel at the amazing architecture of the heart of Paris's most prestigious monuments lining the banks of the Seine: the Louvre Museum, Notre Dame Cathedral, the Orsay Museum, the Conciergerie, etc. Relax on the fully-glassed boat with terrace, and be captivated by this river trip among Parisians who walk and cycle beside the river as you glide by. Thanks to your priority access, you can skip the line and speed up by elevator to the 2nd floor of the Eiffel Tower, Paris's most unmissable monument. Built by Gustave Eiffel for the Universal Exhibition in 1889, it is 1,063 feet high. Take in the magnificent 360°views of the city and explore this iconic monument at your own pace. Your excursion will end at the Eiffel Tower. Overnight in Paris.

Make the most of your Paris stay and discover Disneyland ® Paris. Enjoy an unforgettable day with memories that will stay with you forever. The Disneyland Park is an enjoyable day out for both adults and children 1 entrance ticket 1 day / 1 Park : Customers who buy this entrance ticket will access to only 1 park : the park Disneyland ® OR the park Walt Disney Studios ®. We begin our day by crossing Eastern Paris to the A4 motorway leading to Park Disneyland ® . (approx. travel time : 1 hour). Our driver will leave you at the group parking area close to Disneyland ® Paris The group will rejoin the coach at the same spot at the end of the day at 7.00 PM. Arrival in Paris around 08.00 PM. Overnight in Paris.

Day to ride on fast train TGV from Paris to Lucerne Switzerland. Lucerne, the gateway to central Switzerland, sited on Lake Lucerne, is embedded within an impressive mountainous panorama. Later in afternoon enjoy boat cruise. An excursion to Central Switzerland is just not complete without a boat cruise on Lake Lucerne. Whether a Lunch Cruise on the modern MS Diamant or a romantic cruise at sunset on an antique paddle steamer – it’s a must. Overnight in Lucerne.

Enjoy Mount Titlis and en-route visit engelberg. At the summit of the 3000-metre mountain, a breathtaking panorama as well as other highlights await: various restaurants with sun terraces, the Glacier Cave (free admission), the “Titlis Cliff Walk” – Europe’s highest suspension footbridge – and of course eternal snow and ice. On the glacier chairlift “Ice Flyer” visitors literally fly over the Titlis glacier to the Glacier Park, a free attraction. Overnight in Lucerne.

Train transfer to Interlaken. Check-in at your hotel. In afternoon enjoy a fleet of 14 boats, two of which are paddle steamers, navigate Lakes Thun and Brienz. The delightful lakes in the middle of the imposing mountain landscapes of the Bernese Oberland offer a unique way of experiencing unrivalled natural beauty in a completely relaxed way – no matter the weather. Proceed to Schilthorn. At 2970 metres, the Schilthorn attracts visitors with a magnificent 360-degree panoramic view of the “Swiss skyline” including Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau and a delicious meal in the revolving restaurant Piz Gloria. Train from Interlaken Ost to Lauterbrunnen, then by PostBus to the valley station Stechelberg Overnight in Interlaken

Today enjoy Jungfraujoch via grindelwald and Lauterbrunnen. For more than 100 years, the Jungfrau railway has been making its journey to Europe’s highest-altitude railway station at 3454 metres a.s.l. – right at the heart of the UNESCO heritage site “Swiss Alps Jungfrau-Aletsch”. All through the year, the cog railway runs steeply up through a tunnel to the Jungfraujoch from Kleine Scheidegg. The tunnel leading up from the station Eigergletscher is seven kilometres in length and was built between 1896 and 1912. One stop within the tunnel offers spectacular views onto the glacier world outside through windows in the Eiger North Face. On the summit, visitors are greeted by a high-Alpine wonder world made of ice, snow and rocks. All of this can be marvelled at from the viewing platforms “Sphinx” and “Plateau” on the Aletsch glacier or from the “Ice Palace”. Overnight in Interlaken.

Train transfer to Venice via Milan. Imagine the audacity of building a city of marble palaces on a lagoon – and that was only the start. In this journey you will see countryside of Swiss and Italy both. Overnight in Venice.

Today Morning explore the three tiny and colorful islands of Murano, Torcello and Burano in a half ­day sightseeing excursion by motorboat. Watch a skilled glass blower create works of art in Murano, see evidence of Torcello’s glorious past and admire the picturesque fishermen's houses in Burano. The first stop of our tour will be the island of Murano, since far back in time famous for the art of glass blowing. Since the 13th century Murano has been the center of Venice’s notorious glassmaking industry with techniques handed down from one generation to another. Here, we will admire a master glass blower during his job. Our next stop will be Burano, surely the most picturesque island of the Lagoon, thanks to its colorful and cheerful facades. According to a local legend, Burano got its rainbow appearance thanks to the fishermen that lived there, who used to paint their houses in bright and light colors so that they could find their way home while coming back from sea. The island is also known internationally for its rare artisan lace. Last but not least we will reach the quiet and green island of Torcelloand enjoy a peaceful walk. Here, we will visit the 7th century Cathedral of Santa Maria Dell'Assunta to see the spectacular Byzantine mosaics. Not many people know that Torcello is one of the first island of the lagoon to be populated. This magic island is also precious to the American poet Hemingway who visited it many times and here found inspiration to write his book "Across the River and into the Trees". Please note that this is a shared tour (not private boat and tour). Please note that this is not a detailed guided tour, there will be a multilingual assistance and some explanations during the way will be provided in English, German, Spanish, French and Italian languages. In afternoon A walking tour will take us to discover the most hidden gems of Venice as well as some of its most famous areas. We will admire the Fenice Theater (external), famous all over the world for the Opera masterpieces it hosts every year. We will then discover a hidden architectural amsterpiece named "Scala of the Bovolo", an extraordinary example of Venetian architecture: gothic art mixed with renaissance style. A tiny "calle" (Venice's alley) that ignored by many people will take us to it. We will then stroll among the lively area near Rialto Bridge, once pulsing center of commercial life back in time, today dotted with little shops of all sorts. The other side (and part) of this tour will take us away from lively alleys to discover a quieter and peaceful Venice, the one which can only discovered by sliding on its chanels with a gondola. An enchanting and relaxing way to enjoy the colors, lights, sights, charm and beauty of Venice. We will admire elegant bank-side palaces, unique bridges and breath the charming and magic atmosphere that only a town built on water can give you. Board assistance will be provided, no commentary included during the ride. We will take a place on the Gondola and let the local gondolier, with his distinctive blue and white striped shirt, bring us along the hidden channels of Venice. Please note that it is a shared gondola (up to six people for each one) so the gondola might be shared with other people. This tour does not include entrance to main sites and it will completely take place outside (only external comments of the various sites will be provided). Overnight in Venice.

Train transfer to Florence. Check-in at your hotel. A splendid excursion through the fertile and picturesque Tuscan countryside to the historic university city of Pisa, famous for its architectural beauty. Upon arrival in Pisa, your informative guide will take you on a thorough guided walking tour of Piazza dei Miracoliand its monuments, where you will admire the wonderful architecture of the unique buildings surrounding you, called in the past “Miracles” because of their incredible beauty and uniqueness. You will be dazzled by this marvelous square which is dominated by the wonderful Cathedral (*) where you will visit the indoor part, a model of the distinctive Pisan Romanesque architecture, the celebrated Leaning Tower, the round- shaped Baptistery surrounded by its suggestive columned arcades and its “Camposanto”, originally a cemetery, an extraordinary quadrangular cloister delimiting with its marble façade the Square to the North. The commentary of our guide will be particularly focused on the Leaning Tower one of the wonders of the world. You will be enthralled by the history and the leaning structure of the Tower which stirs the imagination of all visitors. After the guided visit you will have some free timefor memorable pictures or to discover on your own the historical quarter where you can admire the Church of San Sisto, one of the oldest churches in Pisaand Piazza dei Cavalieri, which was the political centre in the middle age and where the Scuola Normale is located, one of the most famous universities in the world. Overnight in Florence.

Train transfer to Rome. Check-in at your hotel. Organize your own tour of Rome by boarding one of our pink double-decker buses at any of the clearly marked stops throughout the city. With 9 central stops that cover all of the must-see attractions, you can visit the Spanish Steps, Roman Forum, and the Pantheon to learn about the history and culture of Rome with the provided audio commentary. Also known as The Eternal City, the incredible architecture, historical museums, lovely culture, and beautiful art of Rome will show you why it is one of the most visited cities in the world. Our buses are on the move all day long, so spend as much time as you want at any of the attractions or stops. Exploring Rome is sure to be an unforgettable experience, and we can't wait for you to experience it with us. Overnight in Rome.

Complete your journey with discover the masterpieces of Rome on this tour of the Vatican Museums,Sistine Chapel and St. Peter's Basilica. You won't have to worry about waiting in long lines on this tour! We are here to ensure that you skip the lines and our expert guides will be there to give you an insider's point of view. The afternoon tour is the best option to visit the Museums and St.Peter's Church without the morning crowd. The Vatican Museums No trip to Rome is complete without a visit to the Vatican Museums. Home to 54 different galleries including four statue museums: Museo Pio-Clementino, Museo Chiaramonti, Museo Gregoriano Etrusco and the Museo Gregoriano Egiziano. These museums are home to some of the most famous works of art in the world, with artists including: Leonardo Da Vinci, Michelangelo, Carvaggio, Raphael and Giotto, to name a few. An experience that is sure to inspire the art lover in anyone. The Sistine Chapel The 54th gallery of the Vatican Museums is the famed Sistine Chapel. Completed around 1483, the Sistine Chapel is arguably the most famous chapel in the world due to the artwork located within. View many of the most famous frescoes in the world, including the famous ceiling and "The Last Judgement" painted by Michelangelo. Not only does the Sistine Chapel hold some of the world's most precious works of art, it is still used for religious purposes such as the Papal conclave - the process through which a new Pope is chosen. St. Peter's Basilica A popular pilgrimage site, St. Peter's Basilica is also one of the largest in the world and a shining example of Renaissance architecture. Overnight in Rome.

Proceed to the airport for your onward journey.