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Basilicas, boutiques, and bistros. Cathedrals, canals, and cafés. Peaks, pasta, and pastries. This tour of Essential Europe goes beyond the “must-sees” to include the “must-dos,” the “must-discovers,” and the “must-devours.” As you travel and taste your way through Italy, Switzerland, and France, you’ll delightfully take a big bite out of your bucket list. The rolling Tuscan hills, the soaring Swiss Alps, plus mind-boggling mounds of Italian gelato, Swiss chocolate, and French éclairs are all awaiting from Rome to Paris on this delectable tour of Europe’s most popular destinations.
The Globus Difference
Go Beyond the Guidebooks. For more than 95 years, we’ve been sharing the world’s most fascinating places with travellers, getting you up close to our local favourites – and our favourite locals. For extraordinary journeys across the globe, go beyond the guidebooks, beyond expectation, and beyond the ordinary tour with Globus.
Globus Cares
The Globus family of brands is committed to sustainable travel practices, and we make it our responsibility to protect the people and places we visit around the world. We are proud to support initiatives that provide for a more sustainable planet and a brighter tomorrow.
*Advertised price based on per person twin share on 5 April 2026 departure. Correct as of 28 August 2025.
Inclusions
Superior hotels
Breakfast daily, 1 lunch & 3 dinners
Expert Tour Director & Local Guides (with headsets)
Immersive excursions
VIP access to the iconic sites
First-class, air-conditioned motorcoach with free Wi-Fi
Itinerary
Day 1 | Arrive in Rome, Italy
Welcome to Rome!
Already in Rome and can’t wait to start your tour? Make the most of Day 1 with an unforgettable optional excursion departing from your hotel this morning! At 5 pm, meet your Tour Director and travel companions for a welcome dinner at a local restaurant.
Meals: Dinner
Day 2 | Rome
When in Rome
ROME Guided sightseeing includes the Vatican Museums, the Sistine Chapel, St. Peter’s Square and Basilica, and the Colosseum. Free afternoon.*
* For operational reasons, schedule changes for the Rome program may occur.
Meals: Breakfast
Day 3 | Rome–Florence
Fine Art in Firenze
Florence - Guided sightseeing includes Michelangelo’s masterpiece, David, at the Academy of Fine Arts. See Giotto’s Bell Tower, the Baptistry’s heavy bronze Gates of Paradise, and Signoria Square. Free time to browse.
Meals: Breakfast
Day 4 | Florence–Venice
Benvenuti a Venezia
VENICE Take a private boat ride, followed by an orientation walk, including, St. Mark’s Square, the Bridge of Sighs, and a glassblowing demonstration. Free time to browse before Globus Local Favorite dinner at a local restaurant followed by a private water-taxi ride through the Grand Canal.
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 5 | Venice–Bellinzona, Switzerland–Lucerne
Spectacular Switzerland
BELLINZONA Globus Local Favorite Take the elevator to the Courtyard of Castelgrande and enjoy a light lunch with local specialties and Merlot wine for which the Ticino area is famous. Scenic drive through the Swiss Alps and St. Gotthard enroute to Lucerne.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Day 6 | Lucerne
Sweet Sights of Switzerland
LUCERNE Walking tour includes the Lion Monument and the Chapel Bridge. Free time this afternoon and evening.
Meals: Breakfast
Day 7 | Lucerne–Basel–Paris, France
French Connection
Basel - Board the high-speed TGV train to Paris. Free time this afternoon and evening.
Meals: Breakfast
Day 8 | Paris
C’est Magnifique in the City of Light
PARIS Free time this morning. Your sightseeing this afternoon is composed of a guided walk to discover one of Paris’s iconic quarters. Later, enjoy a farewell dinner cruise on the River Seine, with incredible sights of celebrated landmarks.
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 9 | Paris
Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning.
Meals: Breakfast
Booking terms and conditions apply.
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Term and conditions apply: All pricing subject to change and availability. Advertised prices are per person twin share unless stated otherwise. Offers may be withdrawn at any time. Itineraries are subject to change. Booking Conditions and Phil Hoffmann Travel Schedule of Professionalism* applies. Please speak to your Phil Hoffmann Travel Consultant for more information.
