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• Day 1: Paris (SAT)
  

  Day 1: Paris (SAT)

  Welcome to Paris! Upon arrival, a transfer will be provided. Your driver will be waiting for you at arrival hall to take you to your hotel and give an overview of the tour. (Normal Check in Time is 3:00pm)
  
  In the evening, we provide transfer to the Montmartre district. This neighbourhood is known for its painters, artists, and its cabarets show. You will have the chance to try out some typical French dinner (own expense) before ascend by funicular to the hill for the spectacular view of Paris.
  
  Overnight: Paris

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• Day 2: Paris (SUN)
  

  Day 2: Paris (SUN)

  After breakfast, you will be taking a guided orientation tour to discover the history and monuments of Paris.
  
  Ascend to the second level of the Eiffel Tower (Ticket included) for a breathtaking view of the city and follow by a boat cruise (Boat ticket included) along the River Seine.
  
  Spend the rest of the day exploring the sights that interest you. In the evening, a transfer will be provided to “Quartier Latin”, the great dining atmosphere where a wider variety of international cuisines.
  
  Overnight: Paris

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• Day 3: Paris (MON)
  

  Day 3: Paris (MON)

  After breakfast, you will be transferred to the heart of Paris near the area of the Louvre Museum. Free time as you wish. If you wish we can accompany you to Benlux, one of the most famous Duty Free Shop with luxury items, fashion accessories, perfumes, cosmetics and skincare in Paris. Alternative, you can enjoy free time to explore on your own to the second largest Museum in the world - The Louvre or other attractions.
  
  Overnight: Paris

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• Day 4: Paris - Noyers - Beaune - Lyon (TUE), 490km
  

  Day 4: Paris - Noyers - Beaune - Lyon (TUE), 490km

  We travel to the centre of France to the Bourgogne region, famous for its wines. A stop in NOYERS, a small medieval town classified amongst the prettiest places in France. After this we will visit BEAUNE in the centre of the Bourgogne region where its streets full of flowers, its hospice and its wine museum can be reminders of your trip. You will have time for lunch before we continue our journey to Lyon . We arrive LYON mid-afternoon. LYON , the capital of Roman Gallia on the banks of the Rhône, its historic centre has been classified as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. You will have some free time to explore the city prior we head back to hotel for check in.
  
  Overnight: Lyon

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• Day 5: Lyon - Geneva - Vevey - Lake Leman - Castle Chillon - Gstaad (WED), 400km
  

  Day 5: Lyon - Geneva - Vevey - Lake Leman - Castle Chillon - Gstaad (WED), 400km

  We have a beautiful stage. We travel to Switzerland. GENEVA, arrival. City located by the Lake Leman which hosts the European headquarters of the United Nations. You can stroll through the old city or know any of its museums. At noon we travel outlining Lake Leman. Among magnificent landscapes of vineyards (declared World Heritage area) we arrive at VEVEY, small and elegant city by the lake. Time to walk around and lunch. We include a small cruise on the Lake Leman (boat line) that allows us to enjoy the lake (crossing Montreux). Arrival at Chillon Castle, fantastic medieval castle built in the lake (entry cost included). Then by small roads between bucolic landscapes of mountains and picturesque villages made of wood arrive to GSTAAD, nice little town between landscapes.
  
  Overnight: Gtaad - Saanenland area.

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• Day 6: Gstaad - Grindelwald - Meiringen - Chiasso (THU), 360km
  

  Day 6: Gstaad - Grindelwald - Meiringen - Chiasso (THU), 360km

  Today´s journey has fascinating mountain scenery. We passed Interlaken and we outline its beautiful lake. Arrival to GRINDELWALD where we will have time for a coffee before taking the cable car (ticket included) up to Grindelwald First. We will walk along the path (30 minutes) in which we shall be able to take the ¨footbridge over the empty¨ among the fantastic scenery enjoying glaciers around us. Lunch included (vegetarian option available). After that we continue to MERINGEN and the spectacular AARESCHLUCHT Gorge (entrance included). Then we enter the region of Switzerland where the official language is Italian.
  
  Overnight: Chiasso

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• Day 7: Chiasso - Lugano - Burglen - Altdorf - Lucerne - Zurich (FRI), 270km
  

  Day 7: Chiasso - Lugano - Burglen - Altdorf - Lucerne - Zurich (FRI), 270km

  We will know LUGANO the cosmopolitan capital of the Italian Switzerland with its beautiful lake. Time to stroll. We continue and on the highway, we cross St. Gotthard Pass. We stop in BURGLEN, the tiny village where William Tell was born, we shall see the chapel of the XVI century with paintings illustrating his life. If you want, you can also visit the museum of William Tell. In the neighboring city of ALTDORF we can also find traces of his history. Continue to LUCERNE, free time to explore this beautiful city by the lake that bears its name. Departure to the heart of Zurich to enjoy an evening at the city´s most popular restaurants (Indian, Oriental, Middle Eastern, Swiss, etc.).
  
  Overnight: Zurich

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• Day 8: Zurich - Bern - Meiringen - Furkapass - Milan (SAT), 465km
  

  Day 8: Zurich - Bern - Meiringen - Furkapass - Milan (SAT), 465km

  Amongst hills we travel to BERN, the capital of the confederation and time for a stroll. After this, we will cross the Alps on a stage of great scenic interest. We will follow beautiful lakes to MERINGEN, where the novelist wished Sherlock Holmes to die. In Meringen we will stop and have lunch. We then cross one of the most spectacular mountain passes in Switzerland, the Furkapass, with eternal snows and glaciers. We will stop at the ICE CAVE and at the viewpoint over the Rhone Glacier (until early June and after the beginning of October, the mountain pass may be closed due to snow. In this case the alternative visit will be to the AARESCHLUCHT gorges in Meiringen). Arrival in MILAN at the end of the afternoon. There will be time to dine at the Porta Venecia (Port of Venice) where an outstanding variety of restaurants can be found to delight your palate. From restaurants serving Swiss and Italian food, to French, Chinese and international food. Transfer to hotel.
  
  Overnight: Milan

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• Day 9: Milan - Pisa - Rome (SUN), 640km
  

  Day 9: Milan - Pisa - Rome (SUN), 640km

  After breakfast, we will visit to see the magnificent Duomo di Milano an exceptionally large and elaborate Gothic cathedral and one of the world's oldest shopping malls the Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II on the main square of Milan.
  
  Then we continue towards to PISA. On a little tourist train we will travel to the Piazza Dei Miracoli (Square of Miracles), where there will be time to admire one of the most alluring and beautiful art complexes in Italy, including the well known Leaning Tower of Pisa.
  
  After that, we continue to Rome and arrive in the evening.
  
  Overnight: Rome

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• Day 10: Rome City Tour (MON)
  

  Day 10: Rome City Tour (MON)

  Experience some of the richest history in the world today with a scenic tour of the city, which will be a great introduction to the “The Eternal City”. We will visit the tiny state of the Vatican. The Vatican City is a principal centre of Christianity in the world. You will be able to visit the famous St Peter's Basilica, Sistine Chapel and Vatican Museums (own expense). And we have also included admission to the incredible ruins of the Roman Coliseum (admission included) the principal symbol of Rome. This impressive construction dates back 2000 years and will transport us in time so that we can learn about ancient society in the Roman Empire.
  
  In the evening, a transfer service will be provided to Via Cavour area, here you will find restaurants serving different cuisines (own expense). Return to hotel around 9pm.
  
  Overnight: Rome

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• Day 11: Rome – Florence (TUE), 320km
  

  Day 11: Rome – Florence (TUE), 320km

  A beautiful scenic drive in the morning to Florence. Upon arrival, you will visit the most famous lookouts for a stunning view of Florence - the Piazzale Michelangelo. Then followed by a city tour in Florence before Lunch. In the evening, enjoy an orientation tour with a local expert and walk through the historic centre and attractions including the Duomo, Piazza della Signoria and Ponte Vecchio. You will have some free time to explore on you own and have dinner (own expense) at your favourite restaurant.
  
  Overnight: Florence

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• Day 12: Florence – Venice (WED), 310km
  

  Day 12: Florence – Venice (WED), 310km

  After breakfast, we enjoy stunning mountain landscapes whilst crossing the Apennine Mountains to Venice. Arriving in Venice prepare to be awestruck this afternoon with an incredible adventure through the beautiful city canals on a local water bus (Vaporetto). A comprehensive tour with a local guide to see the architectural marvels of Plaza de San Marcos and enter the marvellous Basilica (admission included) and enjoy a demonstration of Murano crystal blowing at the Murano glass factory.
  
  Relax this afternoon to explore the city on your own. You will have the chance to choose the type of restaurant that you prefer in the Mestre area (own expense).
  
  Overnight: Venice

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• Day 13: Venice (THU)
  

  Day 13: Venice (THU)

  Your tour ends with breakfast in the morning.

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