London, Paris & Rome 11 days
About This Experience
Perhaps no cities have influenced the world more over the last 2,000 years than London, Paris & Rome. On this sweeping tour, world-famous sights like Big Ben, the Eiffel Tower and the Colosseum are just the beginning of what you’ll experience. Delve deep into fascinating history, enriching culture and exquisite food on this European vacation to the epicenters of empires.
Your Tour Includes
Round-trip airfare & transfers
9 nights in hand-picked hotels
Breakfast daily & 3 three-course dinners with beer or wine
Private deluxe motor coach
A multilingual Tour Director
Travel on the famed Eurostar train
Why You'll Love It
Three epic cultural capitals in 11 days
The work of the masters at the British Museum and the Louvre
Access to some of the most famous buildings in religious history
Gems of historic architecture
A medley of diverse cultures and cuisines
Overnight Flight1 night
London3 nights - hotel info
Day2
Cheers to your arrival
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Wine tasting
Welcome to London! After clearing customs and collecting your bags, look for the Hotel by Bus Transfer desk. They will be providing your transfer to your hotel. The rest of the day is free to relax or begin acquainting yourself with London. At an included dinner this evening, meet your fellow travelers.Included meals: breakfast (in flight), dinner
Day3
From Piccadilly to Parliament, all in one day
Breakfast
This morning, a local guide leads comprehensive sightseeing of London. Highlights of the panoramic tour include views of Piccadilly Circus, Trafalgar Square, Westminster Abbey (setting for royal coronations, weddings and funerals), Hyde Park, the Big Ben clocktower, the Houses of Parliament and a stop outside St. James’s Palace, where you might glimpse the ceremonial Changing of the Guard (seasonal). After your sightseeing tour, join an optional excursion to Windsor Castle, the centuries-old retreat of Britain’s Royal Family.
Optional Excursions
Windsor Castle $85* pp
Led by a Blue Badge Guide, you’ll travel to Windsor for a guided visit to the world’s largest and longest-inhabited castle. Founded by William the Conqueror in 1070, Windsor has been the British Royal Family’s preferred retreat for the past 900 years. Step inside the State Apartments and St. George’s Chapel (closed Sundays), where the Knights of the Garter ceremony takes place. View the exhibit of royal treasures on display within the castle. You’ll then have time to stroll through the town of Windsor and have a look at Eton College, a prestigious prep school attended by Princes William and Harry. Please note: Windsor Castle is occasionally closed when in use by the Royal Family; a visit to Henry VIII’s Hampton Court will be substituted when necessary. Please note: This excursion requires advanced reservation and must be booked by 20 days prior to departure.
Day4
London’s calling—you’re free to explore
Breakfast
Spend the day at your leisure in London. Popular choices include watching the street performers (“buskers”) of Covent Garden marketplace, buying discounted same-day tickets to a West End play or studying the many treasures housed at the British Museum, including the Rosetta Stone and the Elgin Marbles. You might choose to join an optional tour of St. Paul’s Cathedral and Westminster Abbey. Acquaint yourself this evening with one of London’s newest landmarks on an optional London Eye excursion, which also includes a pub dinner.
Optional Excursions
St. Paul's Cathedral & Westminster Abbey $115* pp
Compare and constrast two of Britain's most famous churches, whose rich history provide an unparalleled look into the country's past. First, visit St. Paul’s Cathedral, the second largest church building in the United Kingdom and seat of the Bishop of London. The English-Baroque style cathedral is globally renowned for its magnificent dome and glittering mosaics. Continue on to Westminster Abbey, a Gothic church located near the Houses of Parliament. Since 1066, every royal coronation, with the exception of Edward V and Edward VIII, has taken place at Westminster Abbey. The abbey also serves as the burial ground for Charles Darwin and Sir Isaac Newton. Please note: This excursion requires advanced reservation and must be booked by 20 days prior to departure.
Optional Excursions
London Eye & Pub Dinner $119* pp
Glide through London's skyline on the London Eye. As the world’s third-tallest observation wheel, the London Eye lifts its passengers 450 feet above the River Thames on a 30-minute ride in an enclosed gondola. In clear weather, you can see for 25 miles around the city center. Afterward, take a brief tour of London’s West End before venturing to a local pub for dinner. Please note: This excursion requires advanced reservation and must be booked no fewer than 20 days prior to departure.
Paris3 nights - hotel info
Day5
Ride the famed “Chunnel” train to Paris
Breakfast, Dinner
This morning, transfer to St. Pancras. Here, you’ll board the Eurostar, Europe’s quarter-mile-long high-speed train that whisks passengers below the English Channel and resurfaces in France. Relax aboard comfortable, state-of-the-art transportation, arriving at Gare du Nord in Paris just three hours later. After settling into your hotel, the rest of your day is free before this evening’s included dinner.
Day6
A local helps illuminate the City of Light
Breakfast
An expert local guide introduces you to the historical and cultural landmarks of the City of Light on this morning’s sightseeing tour. Drive down the sycamore-lined Champs-Élysées, one of the world’s most celebrated avenues. You’ll pass the Eiffel Tower, built for the 1889 World’s Fair. See Place de la Concorde, where the guillotine once stood. Absorb the culture of the Opera district. You’ll also view the legendary Notre-Dame Cathedral, which stands on an island in the Seine. This afternoon, you might wish to join an optional excursion to the glittering Palace of Versailles, where Louis XIV created the most lavish court Europe has ever known.
Optional Excursions
Versailles $99* pp
The reign of Louis XIV, known as the “Sun King,” set new standards for decadence among the crowned heads of Europe. It took 50 years and 35,000 workers to turn Versailles, once a small hunting lodge, into the most magnificent château in all of France and the envy of royalty worldwide. On this excursion, you will see the palace in all its glory. Tour the State Apartments and the glittering Hall of Mirrors. Then stroll through the lavish gardens with their fine statuary, splendid fountains and colorful flowerbeds. Please note: This excursion requires advanced reservation and must be booked by 45 days prior to departure.
Day7
You’re on Parisian time—take a stroll, sip leisurely, it’s up to you
Breakfast
Today is free for you to take in all the splendor of Paris at your leisure. You might choose to visit a museum or shop at the Galeries Lafayette. You may also wish to join our optional excursion to the Louvre and Tuileries Garden. Explore this famous museum with a guide. Tonight, attend our optional Evening in Paris with dinner at a local restaurant followed by a cruise on the Seine.
Optional Excursions
The Louvre & Tuileries Garden $85* pp
The extravagant Tuileries Garden is located between the Louvre and the Place de la Concorde. Each section of the Garden has something to offer, including majestic statues, glimmering fountains and intricate pathways. Next, make your way over to the Louvre, considered one of the world’s largest art museums. With more than 8 million visitors each year, it is also the world’s most visited museum. Once you arrive, join a museum guide for a detailed tour. You’ll find some famous, familiar pieces such as the Mona Lisa and Liberty Leading the People. After the tour, feel free to explore on your own—your all-day ticket allows you to reenter the museum at any time during the day. Please note: This excursion requires advanced reservation and must be booked by 20 days prior to departure.
Optional Excursions
Evening in Paris $99* pp
Take in the nighttime allure of the City of Light on a special evening excursion. The event begins with dinner at a local restaurant. After you dine, board a boat cruise along the Seine. As you coast along the river and under Paris' bridges, you'll behold the gloriously illuminated monuments of Paris glittering alongside the riverbanks. Please note: the dress code may vary depending your restaurant, and your Tour Director will advise you on what to wear, but shorts and sneakers are likely to be considered inappropriate attire. Please note: This excursion requires advanced reservation and must be booked by 20 days prior to departure.
Rome3 nights - hotel info
Day8
Day9
With a free day, soak in the grand treasures of Rome
Breakfast
Spend a free day in Rome however you choose. Take in all the art and architecture that greet the eye at every turn. Stroll across the Spanish Steps, meeting place for all of Rome. See Bernini’s captivating Fountain of the Four Rivers. Stop at the legendary Trevi Fountain, into which centuries of visitors have tossed coins to ensure their eventual return to Rome. You might also wish to join an optional excursion to Vatican City, featuring visits to the Vatican Museums, St. Peter’s Basilica and the Sistine Chapel. Opt to end the day at a Dinner with Tenors, an evening of food and live opera music.
Optional Excursions
Vatican City $85* pp
This guided tour takes you inside the world’s smallest state, Vatican City. Upon arrival, you'll first visit the Vatican Museums, which recently celebrated a 500-year anniversary and hold many of the world's most important Classical and Renaissance-era sculptures. Next, you'll visit the Sistine Chapel, where you'll gaze on what is perhaps Michelangelo's greatest masterpiece. Finally, you'll visit the enormous St. Peter’s Basilica, the epicenter of the Roman Catholic faith. The artists whose efforts have contributed to its glory are some of the best Italy has ever known, including Bramante, Peruzzi, Raphael and Michelangelo. Masterpieces await at every turn, from Bernini’s magnificent bronze canopy to Michelangelo’s Pietà. Please note: This excursion is not available on Sunday. Advanced reservation and booking is required prior to your final payment deadline.
Optional Excursions
Dinner with Tenors $79* pp
End your day with an elegant four-course dinner at one of our favorite Roman restaurants. While you dine, you’ll be treated to some of opera's best-loved arias…and you might even join the singers on stage. Don’t miss this lighthearted evening of food and fun!
Day10
Fall eternally in love with the Eternal City
Colosseum
Follow in the footsteps of Caesar during your guided sightseeing tour of Rome. Highlights include a visit to the Colosseum, where 50,000 spectators cheered their favorite gladiators to victory, and a stop at the ruins of the Forum Romanum, from which the Caesars ruled their vast empire. This afternoon, join an optional excursion into the ancient catacombs, where persecuted Christians once buried their popes and saints, and the Basilica of St. Paul. Enjoy a Farewell dinner with your fellow travelers.
Optional Excursions
Catacombs & St. Paul's $65* pp
Descend into Rome’s ancient catacombs, where early Christians buried saints and popes alongside commoners. A local guide will lead you through burial chambers before your visit to the Basilica of St. Paul, one of the four most important basilicas of Rome, originally founded by Constantine the Great. The Basilica also houses the tomb of St. Paul. Please note: Shorts and sleeveless shirts are not permitted within the basilica. Also, this excursion involves extensive walking and may be inadvisable for claustrophobic travelers.
Extend Your Stay
Add Rome $299*
Only in Rome can you sip cappuccino at a cafe in front of the Pantheon, buy grapes at a centuries-old market, and have an audience with the pope—all in one morning. For a mix of spectacular art, grand history and exuberant street life, no other city comes close.
Rome2 nights - hotel info
Day1
Art, history, leisure—just choose your passion
Breakfast
Spend the day furthering your explorations of Rome at your leisure. Or join an optional excursion to Pompeii, a village that was preserved by layers upon layers of volcanic ash when Mount Vesuvius erupted in A.D. 79.
Optional Excursions
Pompeii with Lunch $165* pp
Travel to Pompeii for a guided tour of the famous ruins. Discover how Roman citizens lived 2,000 years ago, before Mount Vesuvius erupted in and smothered the town of Pompeii in a flood of volcanic ash. Visit the excavated ruins of theaters, villas, temples and baths. Lunch is included. Please note: Travel time to Pompeii is approximately 2.5 hours each way.
Day2
The gladiators once stood here, and you could, too
Breakfast
You’ll have a free day in Rome to spend however you choose. Take in all the art and architecture that greet the eye at every turn—from relics of Caesar’s reign to treasures of the Renaissance. Or you might join an optional excursion to the famed Borghese Museum.
Optional Excursions
Borghese Gallery & Museum $69* pp
Today, take a guided tour of the Borghese Gallery, home to one of Italy's finest art collections. Situated in the former Villa Borghese Pinciana, the gallery consists of 20 rooms spanning two floors and features major works by Bernini, Raphael, Canova, Titian and Caravaggio. Please note: This excursion requires advanced booking at least 30 days before your departure.
About This Experience
Perhaps no cities have influenced the world more over the last 2,000 years than London, Paris & Rome. On this sweeping tour, world-famous sights like Big Ben, the Eiffel Tower and the Colosseum are just the beginning of what you’ll experience. Delve deep into fascinating history, enriching culture and exquisite food on this European vacation to the epicenters of empires.
Your Tour Includes
Round-trip airfare & transfers
9 nights in hand-picked hotels
Breakfast daily & 3 three-course dinners with beer or wine
Private deluxe motor coach
A multilingual Tour Director
Travel on the famed Eurostar train
Why You'll Love It
Three epic cultural capitals in 11 days
The work of the masters at the British Museum and the Louvre
Access to some of the most famous buildings in religious history
Gems of historic architecture
A medley of diverse cultures and cuisines
Overnight Flight1 night
London3 nights - hotel info
Day2
Cheers to your arrival
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Wine tasting
Welcome to London! After clearing customs and collecting your bags, look for the Hotel by Bus Transfer desk. They will be providing your transfer to your hotel. The rest of the day is free to relax or begin acquainting yourself with London. At an included dinner this evening, meet your fellow travelers.Included meals: breakfast (in flight), dinner
Day3
From Piccadilly to Parliament, all in one day
Breakfast
This morning, a local guide leads comprehensive sightseeing of London. Highlights of the panoramic tour include views of Piccadilly Circus, Trafalgar Square, Westminster Abbey (setting for royal coronations, weddings and funerals), Hyde Park, the Big Ben clocktower, the Houses of Parliament and a stop outside St. James’s Palace, where you might glimpse the ceremonial Changing of the Guard (seasonal). After your sightseeing tour, join an optional excursion to Windsor Castle, the centuries-old retreat of Britain’s Royal Family.
Optional Excursions
Windsor Castle $85* pp
Led by a Blue Badge Guide, you’ll travel to Windsor for a guided visit to the world’s largest and longest-inhabited castle. Founded by William the Conqueror in 1070, Windsor has been the British Royal Family’s preferred retreat for the past 900 years. Step inside the State Apartments and St. George’s Chapel (closed Sundays), where the Knights of the Garter ceremony takes place. View the exhibit of royal treasures on display within the castle. You’ll then have time to stroll through the town of Windsor and have a look at Eton College, a prestigious prep school attended by Princes William and Harry. Please note: Windsor Castle is occasionally closed when in use by the Royal Family; a visit to Henry VIII’s Hampton Court will be substituted when necessary. Please note: This excursion requires advanced reservation and must be booked by 20 days prior to departure.
Day4
London’s calling—you’re free to explore
Breakfast
Spend the day at your leisure in London. Popular choices include watching the street performers (“buskers”) of Covent Garden marketplace, buying discounted same-day tickets to a West End play or studying the many treasures housed at the British Museum, including the Rosetta Stone and the Elgin Marbles. You might choose to join an optional tour of St. Paul’s Cathedral and Westminster Abbey. Acquaint yourself this evening with one of London’s newest landmarks on an optional London Eye excursion, which also includes a pub dinner.
Optional Excursions
St. Paul's Cathedral & Westminster Abbey $115* pp
Compare and constrast two of Britain's most famous churches, whose rich history provide an unparalleled look into the country's past. First, visit St. Paul’s Cathedral, the second largest church building in the United Kingdom and seat of the Bishop of London. The English-Baroque style cathedral is globally renowned for its magnificent dome and glittering mosaics. Continue on to Westminster Abbey, a Gothic church located near the Houses of Parliament. Since 1066, every royal coronation, with the exception of Edward V and Edward VIII, has taken place at Westminster Abbey. The abbey also serves as the burial ground for Charles Darwin and Sir Isaac Newton. Please note: This excursion requires advanced reservation and must be booked by 20 days prior to departure.
Optional Excursions
London Eye & Pub Dinner $119* pp
Glide through London's skyline on the London Eye. As the world’s third-tallest observation wheel, the London Eye lifts its passengers 450 feet above the River Thames on a 30-minute ride in an enclosed gondola. In clear weather, you can see for 25 miles around the city center. Afterward, take a brief tour of London’s West End before venturing to a local pub for dinner. Please note: This excursion requires advanced reservation and must be booked no fewer than 20 days prior to departure.
Paris3 nights - hotel info
Day5
Ride the famed “Chunnel” train to Paris
Breakfast, Dinner
This morning, transfer to St. Pancras. Here, you’ll board the Eurostar, Europe’s quarter-mile-long high-speed train that whisks passengers below the English Channel and resurfaces in France. Relax aboard comfortable, state-of-the-art transportation, arriving at Gare du Nord in Paris just three hours later. After settling into your hotel, the rest of your day is free before this evening’s included dinner.
Day6
A local helps illuminate the City of Light
Breakfast
An expert local guide introduces you to the historical and cultural landmarks of the City of Light on this morning’s sightseeing tour. Drive down the sycamore-lined Champs-Élysées, one of the world’s most celebrated avenues. You’ll pass the Eiffel Tower, built for the 1889 World’s Fair. See Place de la Concorde, where the guillotine once stood. Absorb the culture of the Opera district. You’ll also view the legendary Notre-Dame Cathedral, which stands on an island in the Seine. This afternoon, you might wish to join an optional excursion to the glittering Palace of Versailles, where Louis XIV created the most lavish court Europe has ever known.
Optional Excursions
Versailles $99* pp
The reign of Louis XIV, known as the “Sun King,” set new standards for decadence among the crowned heads of Europe. It took 50 years and 35,000 workers to turn Versailles, once a small hunting lodge, into the most magnificent château in all of France and the envy of royalty worldwide. On this excursion, you will see the palace in all its glory. Tour the State Apartments and the glittering Hall of Mirrors. Then stroll through the lavish gardens with their fine statuary, splendid fountains and colorful flowerbeds. Please note: This excursion requires advanced reservation and must be booked by 45 days prior to departure.
Day7
You’re on Parisian time—take a stroll, sip leisurely, it’s up to you
Breakfast
Today is free for you to take in all the splendor of Paris at your leisure. You might choose to visit a museum or shop at the Galeries Lafayette. You may also wish to join our optional excursion to the Louvre and Tuileries Garden. Explore this famous museum with a guide. Tonight, attend our optional Evening in Paris with dinner at a local restaurant followed by a cruise on the Seine.
Optional Excursions
The Louvre & Tuileries Garden $85* pp
The extravagant Tuileries Garden is located between the Louvre and the Place de la Concorde. Each section of the Garden has something to offer, including majestic statues, glimmering fountains and intricate pathways. Next, make your way over to the Louvre, considered one of the world’s largest art museums. With more than 8 million visitors each year, it is also the world’s most visited museum. Once you arrive, join a museum guide for a detailed tour. You’ll find some famous, familiar pieces such as the Mona Lisa and Liberty Leading the People. After the tour, feel free to explore on your own—your all-day ticket allows you to reenter the museum at any time during the day. Please note: This excursion requires advanced reservation and must be booked by 20 days prior to departure.
Optional Excursions
Evening in Paris $99* pp
Take in the nighttime allure of the City of Light on a special evening excursion. The event begins with dinner at a local restaurant. After you dine, board a boat cruise along the Seine. As you coast along the river and under Paris' bridges, you'll behold the gloriously illuminated monuments of Paris glittering alongside the riverbanks. Please note: the dress code may vary depending your restaurant, and your Tour Director will advise you on what to wear, but shorts and sneakers are likely to be considered inappropriate attire. Please note: This excursion requires advanced reservation and must be booked by 20 days prior to departure.
Rome3 nights - hotel info
Day8
Day9
With a free day, soak in the grand treasures of Rome
Breakfast
Spend a free day in Rome however you choose. Take in all the art and architecture that greet the eye at every turn. Stroll across the Spanish Steps, meeting place for all of Rome. See Bernini’s captivating Fountain of the Four Rivers. Stop at the legendary Trevi Fountain, into which centuries of visitors have tossed coins to ensure their eventual return to Rome. You might also wish to join an optional excursion to Vatican City, featuring visits to the Vatican Museums, St. Peter’s Basilica and the Sistine Chapel. Opt to end the day at a Dinner with Tenors, an evening of food and live opera music.
Optional Excursions
Vatican City $85* pp
This guided tour takes you inside the world’s smallest state, Vatican City. Upon arrival, you'll first visit the Vatican Museums, which recently celebrated a 500-year anniversary and hold many of the world's most important Classical and Renaissance-era sculptures. Next, you'll visit the Sistine Chapel, where you'll gaze on what is perhaps Michelangelo's greatest masterpiece. Finally, you'll visit the enormous St. Peter’s Basilica, the epicenter of the Roman Catholic faith. The artists whose efforts have contributed to its glory are some of the best Italy has ever known, including Bramante, Peruzzi, Raphael and Michelangelo. Masterpieces await at every turn, from Bernini’s magnificent bronze canopy to Michelangelo’s Pietà. Please note: This excursion is not available on Sunday. Advanced reservation and booking is required prior to your final payment deadline.
Optional Excursions
Dinner with Tenors $79* pp
End your day with an elegant four-course dinner at one of our favorite Roman restaurants. While you dine, you’ll be treated to some of opera's best-loved arias…and you might even join the singers on stage. Don’t miss this lighthearted evening of food and fun!
Day10
Fall eternally in love with the Eternal City
Colosseum
Follow in the footsteps of Caesar during your guided sightseeing tour of Rome. Highlights include a visit to the Colosseum, where 50,000 spectators cheered their favorite gladiators to victory, and a stop at the ruins of the Forum Romanum, from which the Caesars ruled their vast empire. This afternoon, join an optional excursion into the ancient catacombs, where persecuted Christians once buried their popes and saints, and the Basilica of St. Paul. Enjoy a Farewell dinner with your fellow travelers.
Optional Excursions
Catacombs & St. Paul's $65* pp
Descend into Rome’s ancient catacombs, where early Christians buried saints and popes alongside commoners. A local guide will lead you through burial chambers before your visit to the Basilica of St. Paul, one of the four most important basilicas of Rome, originally founded by Constantine the Great. The Basilica also houses the tomb of St. Paul. Please note: Shorts and sleeveless shirts are not permitted within the basilica. Also, this excursion involves extensive walking and may be inadvisable for claustrophobic travelers.
Extend Your Stay
Add Rome $299*
Only in Rome can you sip cappuccino at a cafe in front of the Pantheon, buy grapes at a centuries-old market, and have an audience with the pope—all in one morning. For a mix of spectacular art, grand history and exuberant street life, no other city comes close.
Rome2 nights - hotel info
Day1
Art, history, leisure—just choose your passion
Breakfast
Spend the day furthering your explorations of Rome at your leisure. Or join an optional excursion to Pompeii, a village that was preserved by layers upon layers of volcanic ash when Mount Vesuvius erupted in A.D. 79.
Optional Excursions
Pompeii with Lunch $165* pp
Travel to Pompeii for a guided tour of the famous ruins. Discover how Roman citizens lived 2,000 years ago, before Mount Vesuvius erupted in and smothered the town of Pompeii in a flood of volcanic ash. Visit the excavated ruins of theaters, villas, temples and baths. Lunch is included. Please note: Travel time to Pompeii is approximately 2.5 hours each way.
Day2
The gladiators once stood here, and you could, too
Breakfast
You’ll have a free day in Rome to spend however you choose. Take in all the art and architecture that greet the eye at every turn—from relics of Caesar’s reign to treasures of the Renaissance. Or you might join an optional excursion to the famed Borghese Museum.
Optional Excursions
Borghese Gallery & Museum $69* pp
Today, take a guided tour of the Borghese Gallery, home to one of Italy's finest art collections. Situated in the former Villa Borghese Pinciana, the gallery consists of 20 rooms spanning two floors and features major works by Bernini, Raphael, Canova, Titian and Caravaggio. Please note: This excursion requires advanced booking at least 30 days before your departure.
Passport & Visa
This tour includes the following countries: England, France and Italy. In order to enter these countries, U.S. and Canadian citizens need a valid passport. The expiration date must extend at least six months beyond the date of your return home. No visa is required for U.S. or Canadian citizens. If you’re not a U.S. or Canadian citizen, you must contact each country’s consulate for your specific entry requirements.
Health
There are no major health risks associated with traveling on this tour. Be sure to check with your doctor or health care provider for the latest updates and travel requirements.
Cuisine
For traditional British fare at a reasonable price, try a pub meal. Stilton cheese, steak and kidney pie, and Cumberland sausages are specialties. Sip afternoon tea with finger sandwiches and scones at Harrods for the ultimate in English tradition. Modern-day London also boasts an array of ethnic restaurants, including Indian, Thai, Indonesian, Greek, and West African cuisine. Throughout Paris, you’ll find endless opportunities to sample wonderful food at every price range. For a casual snack or picnic, stop at a small grocery store for cheeses, patés, cured meats, fresh-baked bread and fruit. Sidewalk vendors are known for their steaming crepes, filled with cheese, ham, fruit or chocolate. Flaky pastries and hot café au lait beckon from the cafes. At restaurants, opt for the prix fixe option, which offers a set three- or four-course menu for a good price. Most of the staples of the Italian diet have already become favorites in America, but on your tour, be sure to try those less familiar pasta sauces and the vast range of cured hams, cheeses, rustic breads and desserts. Rome has especially good gelato—authentic Italian ice cream.
Transportation / Walking on tour
Round-trip flights arrive in London and depart from Rome. Your transfer upon arrival in London is provided by Hotel by Bus transfer service, and you can find them at a desk when you make your way through customs and baggage. There is also an included flight from Paris to Rome, and an included ride on the high-speed Eurostar train from London to Paris. All other transportation is by private motor coach. In your free time, you may wish to explore the three cities by public transportation. London’s tube system, consisting of 12 lines, needs no introduction. Tickets and passes can be purchased in singles or in bulk. London also has an extensive (and perhaps more fun to ride) bus system. Paris’ massive Métro is world-class, easy to navigate and efficient. Make sure to take time and look for the best deal on travel passes. Ask your tour director which one might work best. Often the daily passes are not actually the best deal. Rome has a very efficient transportation system, serving all the major attractions from the Roman ruins to Vatican City. Tickets can be purchased separately or in bulk and also cover bus and tram travel.
Baggage Allowance
Airlines have varying weight restrictions on luggage. Some airlines may impose additional charges if you choose to check any baggage. Please contact your airline or refer to its website for detailed information regarding your airline’s checked baggage policies. Bear in mind that your luggage will probably weigh more on your return trip due to souvenir shopping. We allow only one suitcase per person. One carry-on bag is also permitted, provided that it does not exceed 45 inches (length + width + height). There may be times when you will have to handle your own bags, and you’ll find that lightweight luggage provides a distinct advantage. Make sure you label your baggage and carry valuables, medication and documents in your carry-on luggage.
Baggage Handling
Please note that porter service cannot be guaranteed on the Eurostar train. Please be prepared to handle your own baggage.
Clothing & Packing Tips
To ensure you’re comfortable while out exploring, we recommend packing lightweight, loose-fitting clothing that can be easily layered. For sightseeing, we suggest bringing a sturdy pair of walking shoes or sneakers, as well as a lightweight sports jacket or rainwear. If you’re planning a visit to a high-end restaurant or performance, you may also want to bring dressier attire. Also, please remember that it’s preferable to avoid showing bare legs or shoulders during visits to churches or other religious sites (entrance may be denied on this basis).
Currency
The British pound and euro (in France and Italy) are the currencies you will use on tour. Better rates of exchange are usually available in your destination countries, although it’s worth ordering some currency from your local bank to use when you first arrive. We advise that you take a combination of bank/ATM cards and credit cards, as needed. We suggest that you inform your bank and credit card company of your travel plans, so that they won’t confuse your international purchases for fraudulent charges.
Tipping
At the conclusion of your tour, it’s customary to offer your Tour Director and driver a gratuity. We recommend tipping in your tour country’s currency, the equivalent of $3USD/CAD per person per day for your driver and $6USD/CAD to $9USD/CAD per person per day for your Tour Director. If applicable, we also recommend the equivalent of $2USD/CAD per local guide. Tips can only be paid in cash. Please keep current local currency exchange rates in mind when tipping.
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So much fun that I didn't want it to end!
This trip had it all: 1) knowledgeable & compassionate tour director, Marcellus, was a talented performer who sang, told jokes, and connected with each of us; 2) city tours that included all the highlights of each city; 3) great accomodations in nicer hotels (free champagne in the London lobby & a view of the Eiffel Tower from my window in Paris); 4) fast connections between cities so that we had maximum time to tour; 5) group reservations to help us skip the long lines at Vatican & Louvre; 6) nice mix of ages, singles & marrieds, and all interesting, friendly travelers.
My First Tour
This tour was amazing, we got the best weather anyone could dream of, had the best time, became a tight knit group of friends always looking out for one another, and all thanks to our amazing tour director Pascal. He made all the difference and I don't believe we would of had a better time without him by our sides. This tour was AMAZING !!
Incredible Experience
This was my first trip to Europe and my first experience with a tour group- and it was the best experience of my life! Our tour group really got along we'll and our amazing tour director (Pascal) made sure everyone was comfortable and enjoying the ride. It was also very well organized where we learned so much about the history of each city (London, Paris, and Rome) but we also had enough space to do what we wanted during the free time. In a nutshell- it was incredible and well worth the price for an everlasting international experience. I will definitely travel with Go Ahead! Tours to a different continent on my next adventure.
London Paris and Rome
This tour was amazing - but very busy. You will need a vacation when you return home. Because we were in each city such a short time we felt the need to go go go to see as much as we could while we were there. We chose the tour because we wanted to see as much as we could in a short time. It’s certainly a tradeoff, we were exhausted when we returned home! All the hotels were very nice, modern and clean, and the busses we rode on were exceptionally comfortable (ample leg room and very comfortable seats) There was a snow storm in London the night before our train to Paris which canceled our train. The Go Ahead staff handled this situation exceptionally well. It was nice to be able to sit back and not worry about the details. They can't control the weather but they made lemonade out of the situation. We booked many of the optional tours thru Go Ahead and I found the guides they hire are Top Notch! I'd recommend booking tours with them. You can find comparable tours for less outside of the tour, but the guides aren't as interesting and you have to worry about how to get to your tour. I'd for sure recommend traveling with Go Ahead but in the future I'll do a city stay.
Great Trip
Great trip and tour! We will use Goahead Tours again.
A nice Christmas in Europe
We traveled at Christmas time. It was a nice break through the holidays.
London, Paris , Rome
The best part of these experiences is getting the personal guides that know the history and sights to see.
London, Paris, Rome
We selected this fabulous trip that visits 3 European Capitals. I would never try this alone. Coordinating travel from the states to London to Paris to Rome and back home was huge. Having Go Ahead Tours do all of this as well as pair us with a fantastic and accommodating Tour Director was no small feat. The hotel accommodations from city to city were better than expected as was the travel logistics and local guides. When adding up hotels for 9 nights along with one way travel from city to city, I am honestly amazed that Go Ahead can do this tour at this price, though their side trips which I suppose drive revenues did seem a bit high. We were referred to Go Ahead by family members and would not hesitate to recommend or use them again. I found it interesting that many in our group were repeat business for Go Ahead or had been referred to Go Ahead or had done the on line research and selected this company. Good job Go Ahead. We'll be back!
London, Paris, & Rome
What a great trip. This was actually the best of each of these cities. I would recommend this trip to anyone.
Making lemonade
Go Ahead should advertise that they make good lemonade. Did you ever hear the expression - when given lemons make lemonade. We had a fabulous 11 day tour. Everything about the tour exceeded our expectations. At the conclusion of the tour our return was delayed 6 days due to hurricane Sandy. Go Ahead did more to accommodate their cus,tomers than reasonable expected. They went as far as even assigning a local tour director to facilite our our extend stay and arrange hotels and local transportation. The hotels, busses, local guides and both tour directors were very attentive to the needs of the customer. The locaL guides and tour directors provided very informative commentary at all viosited locations. Suggest - At each hotel location give customers a single sheet that has hotel name and address, small local maps that has restraunts within about a half of mile, map and name of closest subway and bus location (include name of subway or bus going to areas to visit and name of subway or bus to return) , cost of one way and round trip fare and approximnate current currency exchange rate, and map of 2 close ATM's. This would eliminate a lot of questions. Complaint - None
