LONDON TO ROME HIGHLIGHTS
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Description
Overview
Short on time, but big on appetite to see all the highlights from London to Rome? This 8 day journey including Italy’s iconic Venice, Florence and Rome is the perfect fit for you. You’ll see the Eiffel Tower in Paris, admire the tranquility of Lake Lucerne, the snow-capped Swiss Alps, Burgundy vineyards and soul-stirring Tuscany until the ‘Eternal City’ caps your epic encounter with Europe.
Included/Excluded
- An expert Travel Director and professional Driver
- Many meals and daily breakfasts included
- Luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries
- On occasion, hotels of similar standard and location may be utilised.
- The services of a Costsaver Local Host if you stay at Costsaver's recommended London hotel
- City orientation tours
- Ferry from Dover to Calais
- Audio headsets are provided throughout your holiday to enhance your included sightseeing experiences
- Extensive variety of Choice Optional Experiences
Itinerary
Day 1 | London – Paris
- Travel south through the pretty Kent countryside to Dover
- Board ferry to Calais, leaving the White Cliffs behind
- Arrive in Paris
- Explore the ‘City of Lights’ on your own
- Optional Experience on the Seine available in the evening
- Hotel: Mercure Paris La Defense / Hampton By Hilton Paris Clichy
OPTIONAL EXPERIENCES:
Seine Cruise and Paris Illuminations –
- Experience Paris in the evening, known as the ‘City of Lights’
- Enjoy a leisurely cruise along the River Seine
- Take in views of iconic Parisian sights including Grand Palais and the Eiffel Tower
- Relaxing drive through the picturesque city
- Explore the best Paris has to offer
- Admission: Adult – 47.00 EUR
Day 2 | Paris sightseeing and free time (Meals: Breakfast)
- Full day sightseeing tour of Paris with Travel Director
- Highlights include Champs-Élysées, Arc de Triomphe, and the Eiffel Tower
- Afternoon at leisure
- Optional tour with a Local Specialist to explore Montmartre’s cobbled streets
- Optional Experience: Cabaret show featuring colourful Can-Can girls
- Hotel: Mercure Paris La Defense / Hampton By Hilton Paris Clichy
OPTIONAL EXPERIENCES:
La Nouvelle Eve Cabaret and Dinner –
- Nouvelle Eve, located in the heart of Montmartre
- Featured in ‘Emily in Paris’ and hosted events for high-fashion icons
- Icon of Parisian elegance for 125 years
- Chic revue theatre offering an unforgettable night
- A la carte meal and dazzling cabaret featuring the French Cancan
- Performances run from April 20 to October 26
- Admission: Adult – 163.00 EUR
You will be offered one of the following two optional experiences depending on availability:
Montmartre Village and Artists’ Square –
- Guided tour of Montmartre with a Local Specialist
- Explore winding streets, unusual galleries, and Artist’s Square
- Learn about the area’s history and artistic legacy
- Once home to works of Toulouse Lautrec and Picasso
- Time to browse, barter for original art, and taste local cuisine
- Experience the true joy of Montmartre lifestyle
- Admission: Adult – 47.00 EUR
Montparnasse and Latin Quarter –
- Guided tour led by a Local Specialist
- Panoramic Observation Deck visit for a new perspective of the ‘City of Lights’
- Explore the Latin Quarter
- Stroll through medieval maze of cobblestone alleyways
- Discover sidewalks bistros, boutiques, and hidden squares
- Admission: Adult – 44.00 EUR
Day 3 | Paris – Lucerne Region (Meals: Breakfast, Dinner)
- Depart from Paris
- Travel through the Burgundy wine region
- Arrive in Lucerne
- Brief orientation
- View the 14th-century Chapel Bridge spanning the Reuss River
- Visit the Lion Monument, honoring the Swiss Guards
- Shopping for Swiss souvenirs or stroll across Chapel Bridge
- Hotel: Ibis Kriens
Day 4 | Lucerne Region – Venice (Oriago) (Meals: Breakfast)
OPTIONAL EXPERIENCES:
Mount Stanserhorn –
- Travel to the top of Mt Stanserhorn
- Old-timer railway and world’s only Cabrio cable car
- Enjoy glorious views of the central Alpine chain at the peak
- Explore hiking trails or relax at the panoramic terrace
- Descend after enjoying the experience
- Admission: Adult – 84.00 CHF
Gondolas & the Grand Canal –
- Breathtaking cruise by private water taxi along Venice’s Grand Canal
- Catch glimpses of impressive sights including Palazzi Barbaro, Rialto Bridge, and St. Mark’s Square
- Glide gracefully on a gondola along Venice’s narrow waterways
- Discover the irresistible charm of the world-famous canals
- Admission: Adult – 84.00 EUR
Day 5 | Venice orientation – Florence (Meals: Breakfast, Dinner)
- Cruise by private launch to St. Mark’s Square
- View iconic sights including St. Mark’s Basilica, the Doge’s Palace, and Piazza San Marco
- Capture the historic panorama in the square
- Exquisite art of glassblowing at a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience
- Witness master craftsmen engaged in centuries-old craft
- Optional opportunity to visit the colourful fisherman’s island of Burano for a meal with drinks
- Afternoon free to explore Venice on your own
- Depart for Florence
- Hotel: Starhotels Vespucci
OPTIONAL EXPERIENCES:
Lagoon Cruise to Burano with Food and Drinks –
Day 6 | Florence – Rome (Meals: Breakfast)
OPTIONAL EXPERIENCES:
Florence’s Renaissance Treasures –
- Explore Florence’s Renaissance heritage with a Local Specialist
- Wander enchanting streets of the city
- Visit must-see sights including Ponte Vecchio, Mercato del Porcellino, and Piazza della Signoria
- Take in the spectacularly designed cathedral, the Duomo
- Enjoy an Italian treat to end the day – gelato!
- Admission: Adult – 46.00 EUR
Piazzas and Fountains –
Day 7 | Rome sightseeing and free time (Meals: Breakfast)
OPTIONAL EXPERIENCES:
Roman Evening with Dinner –
- Embrace the Italian way of living la dolce vita with a light-hearted evening out in Rome
- Enjoy delectable Italian dishes including Spaghetti Carbonara and Roman-Style Pizza
- Savour the delights of Roman music in one of the city’s favorite restaurants
- Admission: Adult – 71.00 EUR
Day 8 | Depart Rome (Meals: Breakfast)
Price
PRICE FROM RM 7,030 SUBJECT TO DATE AND AVAILABILITY
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Remarks
- Dover See the White Cliffs
- Paris View the Champs-Élysées, Arc de Triomphe and Eiffel Tower on your sightseeing tour
- Lucerne Orientation includes views of the Chapel Bridge and a visit to the Lion Monument
- Venice Cruise by private boat to St. Mark’s Square and visit a traditional glassblowing workshop
- Florence See Piazza Santa Croce
- Rome Visit St. Peter’s Basilica, view the Colosseum and see the ancient sites with your Local Specialist
