2026/27
Explore the timeless beauty of Europe with tour programmes covering more than 15 countries.
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25 tours
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Grand European Discovery
Overview
Twelve days across four countries, from the ruins of Rome to the lights of London.
Fast trains link every stop, and a tour manager travels with the group from start to finish.
Highlights
- Colosseum and Roman Forum with a local guide
- Uffizi Gallery in Florence
- Gondola ride in Venice
- Lake Lucerne and Mount Pilatus
- Seine river cruise in Paris
Itinerary
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Day 1 Arrive in Rome
Transfer to your hotel and welcome dinner near Piazza Navona.
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Day 2 Ancient Rome
Guided visit of the Colosseum, the Roman Forum and the Palatine Hill.
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Day 3 Vatican City
Vatican Museums, the Sistine Chapel and St Peter's Basilica.
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Day 4 Florence
High-speed train to Florence and an afternoon walk to the Duomo.
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Day 5 Uffizi and Tuscany
Morning at the Uffizi, afternoon wine tasting in the Chianti hills.
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Day 6 Venice
Train to Venice, gondola ride and a free evening.
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Day 7 Lucerne
Cross the Alps to Lucerne on the lake.
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Day 8 Mount Pilatus
Cogwheel railway to the summit and a cruise back on the lake.
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Day 9 Paris
Train to Paris and an evening cruise on the Seine.
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Day 10 Louvre and Montmartre
Guided Louvre visit, then the artists' quarter of Montmartre.
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Day 11 Versailles
Day trip to the palace and gardens of Versailles.
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Day 12 London
Eurostar to London and farewell dinner.
Route map
Accommodation
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Hotel Aurelia Rome★★★★
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Palazzo Fiorentino Florence★★★★
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Ca' Laguna Venice★★★★
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Seehotel Lucerne Lucerne★★★★
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Hôtel Rive Gauche Paris★★★★
Included
- 11 nights in 4-star hotels
- Daily breakfast and 4 dinners
- First-class trains between cities
- Tour manager throughout
- Entrance fees for guided visits
Not included
- International flights
- Travel insurance
- Lunches and drinks
- City taxes paid at hotels
Important information
A valid passport is required. UK citizens do not need a visa for this tour.
Some walking tours cover up to 8 km a day on uneven ground.
Frequently asked questions
How much walking is involved?
A moderate amount: most days include one to three hours of guided walking in city centres, with rest stops.
Are the train tickets included?
Yes. All train journeys between cities are included in second class, with seat reservations.
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What our travellers say
★★★★
Twelve days, five countries and two teenagers, and everyone came home happy. The hotels were central and the transfers ran like clockwork.
The Walker Family
Grand European Discovery
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