A carefully paced, fully-escorted itinerary crossing from the historic ruins of Rome to the majestic peaks of central Switzerland.
Arrive at Rome airport, clear customs, and receive a private transfer to your hotel. Spend your afternoon relaxing or walking down cobblestone alleys. In the evening, gather for a brief orientation and enjoy a stroll to the famous Trevi Fountain, followed by a warm Italian welcome dinner.
Dive into Rome's unparalleled history. In the morning, bypass the crowds with skip-the-line tickets to the Colosseum and the Roman Forum. In the afternoon, cross the Tiber River to tour the Vatican Museums, stand inside the Sistine Chapel, and marvel at the colossal St. Peter's Basilica.
Depart Rome and drive north through the rolling hills of Tuscany. Stop at Pisa to photograph the famous Leaning Tower in the Field of Miracles. Continue to Florence, the cradle of the Renaissance, where you will explore the Duomo, walk across Ponte Vecchio, and view the iconic Florence skyline.
Depart for the lagoon city of Venice. Board a private boat to St. Mark's Square. Explore the Basilica and Doge's Palace, followed by a glass-making demonstration by master artisans. Conclude your day with a classic gondola ride through Venice's peaceful side canals.
Drive west to Milan, Italy's fashion capital. Walk the magnificent Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II and stand in awe of the Duomo di Milano. Visit the historic Sforza Castle and enjoy free time to shop in the fashionable Brera district.
Cross the border into Switzerland and enjoy a scenic drive through the Swiss countryside. Arrive in Zurich for a brief city tour of the historic quarter and beautiful lakefront, followed by a visit to the roaring Rhine Falls, Europe's largest waterfall.
Spend your day in Lucerne, one of Switzerland's most beautiful towns. See the historic Chapel Bridge and the Lion Monument. Take a thrilling cable car ride to the peak of Mount Pilatus for panorama views, and wind down with a relaxing cruise across Lake Lucerne.
After breakfast, check out of your hotel. Enjoy a final morning of shopping in Lucerne before a private group transfer to Zurich Airport for your international return flight home.
Important Note
The prices mentioned are starting prices and are for reference purposes only. They are based on current market rates for 3★/4★ hotels on a double-sharing basis and may vary due to hotel availability, peak-season surcharges, transportation costs, exchange rate fluctuations, government taxes, or supplier price revisions. The final package price will be confirmed only after booking confirmation and receipt of the advance payment.
A preview of the historic sights and Alpine vistas awaiting you.
