7-Day Taste of Europe Tour from Lucerne: Switzerland, Italy and France

Day 1: Sunday: Lucerne– Milan –Venice (400 km)

1. Duomo Di Milano
   1h · Admission ticket not included
   After boarding in Lucerne, you will head south through spectacular Switzerland into northern Italy, where your first stop will be Milan, fashion capital of the world. Your orientation tour will introduce you to the city’s iconic sights, including the vast Gothic cathedral (Duomo).
2. Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II
   1h · Admission ticket not included
   You’ll also see the planet’s oldest shopping mall, the 19th-century Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II, where you can wander among the boutique shops and take lunch in one of the refined cafes. After enjoying the many delights of Milan, you’ll head to another vintage Italian city: Venice.

Day 2: Monday: Venice – Rome (550 km)

1. Basilica di San Marco
   1h · Admission ticket not included
   Spend the morning in the company of a knowledgeable local guide as you explore Venice, the most magical of cities. Begin with a waterbus ride to San Marco Island, a memorable crossing of the lagoon that gives you a real taste of the city’s charm as you approach the dreamy spires and distinctive waterside buildings. Once on the island you’ll be led around some of Venice’s best-known locations, beginning in the Piazzo with the Basilica di San Marco, a stunning piece of Byzantine architecture.
2. Palazzo Ducale
   1h · Admission ticket not included
   You’ll also see the legendary Bridge of Sighs, which appears on many a postcard or picture of Venice and connects the old prison to the interrogation rooms in the Doge’s Palace.
3. Ponte dei Sospiri
   1h · Admission ticket not included
   You’ll also see the legendary Bridge of Sighs, or Ponte Dei Sospiri, which appears on many a postcard or picture of Venice and connects the old prison to the interrogation rooms in the Doge’s Palace.
4. Murano glass d'este
   1h · Admission ticket not included
   Afterwards you’ll have a chance to see some traditional Venetian craftwork at close quarters with a demonstration by Murano glassblowers; their exquisite creations make excellent souvenirs. Of course, the ultimate Venice activity is to ride through the warren of waterways on a gondola, and for most people this optional excursion is a must. Step aboard, relax and enjoy this once-in-a-lifetime experience. Transfer to Rome in the afternoon.

Day 3: Tuesday: Rome – Vatican –Arezzo (280 km)

1. Citta del Vaticano
   1h · Admission ticket not included
   Your day in Rome starts with a visit to the smallest country in the world, The Vatican City, which lies at the heart of the Italian capital.
2. St. Peter's Basilica
   1h · Admission ticket not included
   Here you’ll marvel at St Peter’s Basilica, home to Pope Francis and arguably the most significant site in Christianity. The exquisitely beautiful Basilica has been present here for almost 1,700 years and contains a bewildering collection of paintings, frescoes and design crafted by some of humanity’s most famous artists, which you can explore.
3. Sistine Chapel
   1h · Admission ticket not included
   Alternatively, you can choose to add on the optional Sistine Chapel tour to view Michelangelo’s famous painted ceiling.
4. Colosseum
   1h · Admission ticket not included
   After lunch, take a step even further back in time as you visit Italy’s unrivaled Roman relics. An optional guided tour of the Collosseum, built in AD 72, is highly recommended.History comes to life as you imagine yourself witnessing gladiatorial combat inside the spectacular Amphitheatre, or alternatively you can walk at your leisure around the outside to admire the facade of this ancient wonder.
5. Arch of Constantine
   1h · Admission ticket not included
   After the Colosseum, get up close to the nearby Arch of Constantine, which dates back to the fourth century AD, then spend some further free time enjoying Rome, sampling the rich and creamy delights of “gelato” Italian ice cream.

Day 4: Wednesday: Arezzo – Florence – Pisa – Genoa nearby city (250 km)

1. Piazzale Michelangelo
   1h · Admission ticket not included
   Your voyage of cultural discovery continues as you get to know Florence, the birthplace of the Italian Renaissance and home to some fabulous architecture and fine art. Begin the day by taking in a wonderful panoramic overview of the city from Piazzale Michelangelo, which boasts glorious vistas over the red roofs, Arno River and ancient city walls out towards the surrounding countryside.
2. Ponte Vecchio
   1h · Admission ticket not included
   Next you can see a demonstration of the traditional craft of leather working at close quarters in a local workshop, and you’ll also have the opportunity to purchase some of the high-quality leather items for which the city is famous. From here you’ll enjoy a guided walk around Florence’s many highlights, including the Ponte Vecchio over the Arno, the Piazza del Duomo and Campanile Tower.
3. Piazza Del Duomo
   1h · Admission ticket not included
   Next you can see a demonstration of the traditional craft of leather working at close quarters in a local workshop, and you’ll also have the opportunity to purchase some of the high-quality leather items for which the city is famous. From here you’ll enjoy a guided walk around Florence’s many highlights, including the Ponte Vecchio over the Arno, the Piazza del Duomo and Campanile Tower.
4. Le Gallerie Degli Uffizi
   1h · Admission ticket not included
   You’ll pass the Uffizi Gallery, which contains one of the most notable art collections in Florence. You’ll have free time to see the city further, to shop or to watch the world go by from a street side cafe, before travelling on to your next destination, Pisa.
5. Leaning Tower of Pisa
   1h · Admission ticket not included
   Here you are free to wander, but be sure to have your camera ready to get a shot of the iconic Leaning Tower, the famous bell tower in the ‘Square of Miracles’, which also contains the centuries-old Cathedral and Baptistery, after that we are transferring towards a city nearby Genoa in the late evening for stay. Please note we will not stay in Genoa and we will not visit the city Genoa.

Day 5: Thursday: Genoa nearby city – Monaco – Nice – Cannes –Avignon nearby city (450 km)

1. Monaco Grand Prix
   1h · Admission ticket not included
   A breath-taking drive along one of Europe’s most famous stretches of Mediterranean coastline awaits as you say arrivederci to Italy and head for Monaco. This small principality, enclaved in François chicane’s beautiful, home to the famous Formula 1 Grand Prix.
2. Prince's Palace of Monaco
   1h · Admission ticket not included
   A walking sightseeing tour here takes you to the grand Prince’s Palace, where you’ll have some free time to soak up the refined atmosphere, before continuing on to view the 1920s Courthouse, the Cliffside Oceanographic Museum, and the Cathedral, where Grace Kelly is buried.
3. Oceanographic Museum of Monaco
   1h · Admission ticket not included
   A walking sightseeing tour here takes you to the grand Prince’s Palace, where you’ll have some free time to soak up the refined atmosphere, before continuing on to view the 1920s Courthouse, the Cliffside Oceanographic Museum, and the Cathedral, where Grace Kelly is buried.
4. Palais des Festivals et des Congres of Cannes
   1h · Admission ticket not included
   We then travel a little further to visit the famous Fragonard Perfume Factory. Here you’ll be taken on a fascinating guided tour around this working factory. Next it’s Nice, where you’ll stop for lunch to sample some excellent local cuisine and warm-hearted hospitality. Your journey continues to Cannes, where many a movie star has enjoyed the sweet smell of success. Be sure to take the opportunity to snap some photos of the Palais des Festival, home to the city’s annual international film festival, before transferring to overnight in a city nearby Avignon. Please note we will not stay in Avignon and we will not visit the city Avignon.

Day 6: Friday: Avignon nearby city – Paris (700 km)

1. Place d'Italie
   1h · Admission ticket not included
   Take a well-earned rest today as you sit back and enjoy great views of the changing rural charms of the French countryside on the journey north to Paris.

Day 7: Saturday: Paris – Lucerne (650 km)

1. Chapel Bridge
   1h · Admission ticket not included
   After boarding the coach in Paris, sit back and enjoy a scenic journey across classic French countryside en route to mountainous Switzerland. You’ll pass through Basel, which is located at the point where the Swiss, French and German borders meet, before arriving back at the picturesque lakeside city of Lucerne, nestled at the foot of the snow-capped Swiss Alps. Before leaving the tour, here you’ll get to see Lucerne’s famous landmarks, including Chapel Bridge, the Water Tower, and some wonderfully preserved Baroque and Gothic architecture, followed by some free time to shop or take pictures. In Lucerne you will conclude your tour and be part of a truly memorable journey.

• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Passport name and number, GENDER(!), date of birth and nationality are required for all passengers; please advise at the time of booking
• It is the responsibility of each passenger to ensure that they comply with all the necessary passport (must be valid for at least 6 months), visa, health, insurance and other travel regulations required for all the countries they will be visiting prior to the start of the tour
• Children under the age of 18 years must be accompanied by an adult
• Infants aged 0-2 are free of charge, will not occupy a seat on the coach and no separate bed
• Every client is only allowed to bring one luggage on board (maximum weight of 30kg) and 1 small hand carry on (Purse, backpack, camera bag)
• A standard twin room will be booked during the tour but a double bed can be requested as well. 1 twin room will accommodate 2 adults and 1 child (2-11 who will not receive a separate bed). If this rule does not apply and you are traveling with children, then an adult fee will be charged
• No triple rooms will be arranged for groups of 3 due to the limited amount of triple rooms in European hotels
• Hotel details are provided 24-48 hours before the check-in date
• goEUgo has the right to combine the customers of English and Chinese speaking tour in the same bus if any group has fewer travelers. There will be 1 tour leader on tour who will be able to speak both English and Chinese. They will service the customers in the preferred language (Chinese/English).
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