Artistic masterpieces, sumptuous cuisine and unforgettable cities—discover France and Italy’s finest on this tour. You’ll begin in Paris before making your way to the picturesque towns of Provence and the Côte d’Azur. Then, you’ll cross into Italy for visits to Florence, Cinque Terre and the Italian Riviera before arriving in Rome.

Detailed Itinerary

Day 1 - Overnight Flight

Your trip begins with a regularly scheduled overnight flight to Paris aboard an internationally recognized airline.

Day 2 - Paris

Welcome to Paris! After clearing customs and collecting your luggage, a shuttle service will provide your transfer to your hotel (details will be sent to you prior to your departure). After check-in, you’ll have free time to orient yourself in Paris. At an included dinner this evening, meet your fellow travelers.
Included meals: breakfast (in flight), dinner

Day 3 - Paris

Absorb the many delights of Paris today, as your Tour Director leads a walking tour of the colorful Parisian markets, where locals shop for weekly goods from fresh camembert to produce and seasonal specialties.
Included meals: breakfast

Day 4 - Paris

This morning is free for you to explore Paris at your leisure. You might choose to visit the Louvre, shop in Galeries Lafayette or ascend Montmartre to watch the sidewalk artists. You might also wish to join an optional excursion to Giverny (seasonal), where you can visit the former home and gardens of Impressionist Claude Monet. End the day at our optional Evening in Paris with dinner at a local restaurant followed by a cruise on the River Seine.
Included meals: breakfast

$85 USD

Giverny The town of Giverny was home to Claude Monet from 1883 until his death in 1926. On a visit to Monet's home and gardens, you'll discover the subtle palette of colors that inspired his Water Lilies series and gave rise to a new way of seeing. Please note: This excursion is seasonal and runs April through October.

$99 USD

Evening in Paris 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. This excursion requires advanced reservation and must be booked by 45 days prior to departure.

Day 5 - Aix-en-Provence

Journey by TGV train through the French countryside to Aix-en-Provence in the heart of southern France’s Provence region. Upon arrival, you’ll have a guided tour of this Roman-influenced city, hometown of Post-Impressionist painter Paul Cézanne. Stops include Cézanne’s birthplace, the school he attended and the studio where many of his famed paintings came to light.
Included meals: breakfast
Included entrances: Cézanne’s studio

Day 6 - Aix-en-Provence

Spend the morning with free time in Aix, before traveling to nearby Arles. Another quintessential Provençal town, Arles was also the adopted home of Vincent van Gogh, who painted some of his most celebrated works here. An expert local guide leads a sightseeing tour of the town and lectures on the artistic achievements. The afternoon is free for you to explore on your own. This evening, opt for a Provencal Dinner and Wine Tasting.
Included meals: breakfast

$99 USD

Provençal Dinner & Wine Tasting Travel to a rustic Provençal village outside of Aix-en-Provence. Start your evening with a wine tasting at a vineyard followed by dinner at a local restaurant featuring traditional Provençal dishes. You’ll enjoy the healthful herb-accented cuisine for which the region is known.

Day 7 - Nice

As you head south along the French Riviera toward Nice, stop in the hillside town of Cassis, overlooking the Mediterranean. After a brief introduction to the town, embark on a boat cruise amid the rocky inlets in Cassis’ harbor. Reach Nice this evening, where dinner is included.
Included meals: breakfast, dinner

Day 8 - Florence

Cross the border into Italy and reach magnificently beautiful Cinque Terre. Meaning “five earths,” this region of five seaside villages comprises breathtaking scenery with winding roads and rolling hills. Lunch is included in Cinque Terre. Continue on to Florence, birthplace of the Renaissance. Dinner is included tonight in Florence.
Included meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner

Day 9 - Florence

Today's guided sightseeing of Florence introduces you to the city’s architectural splendor. Marvel at Brunelleschi’s masterpiece—Florence’s massive pink, white and green duomo. Discover the church of Santa Croce, where the tombs of Galileo and Michelangelo as well as the Dante Memorial are displayed. Later, join in an unforgettable experience this evening at our optional Monastery Dinner.
Included meals: breakfast
Included entrances: Chiesa di Santa Croce

$99 USD

Monastery Dinner Venture into the Chianti hills for a truly unique and unforgettable dining experience. After a private tour of the ancient Carthusian Monastery, you'll dine on a feast of delicious traditional Tuscan fare, much of which has been grown at the monastery itself. An evening of musical entertainment and sumptuous dining awaits!

Day 10 - Siena

Continue your tour of Florence this morning with a visit to the Renaissance Pitti Palace, a complex built in the 15th century that today houses the Silver Museum, the Gallery of Modern Art and the Palatine Gallery. This afternoon, your Tour Director leads a sightseeing tour of the Chianti wine route, and you’ll sample some regional vintages. Arrive later in Siena, one of Tuscany’s stunning medieval towns. Dinner is included this evening.
Included meals: breakfast, dinner
Included entrances: Pitti Palace, Wine tasting

Day 11 - Siena

This morning, a local guide leads a walking tour of Siena. You’ll see its cathedral and famed Campo, where the annual Palio is held. This evening, partake of a unique event at our optional Tuscan Dinner, highlighting the culinary specialties of medieval Tuscany.
Included meals: breakfast

$79 USD

Tuscan Dinner A fascinating lesson in Tuscan culture and cuisine awaits you at this memorable dinner event. One of the region's most acclaimed restaurants, noted for its excellent food and wine cellar, serves up several courses of flavorful, culinary delights.

Day 12 - Rome

Continue your journey southward to Rome, the Eternal City. Opt to end the day at a Dinner with Tenors, an evening of traditional Italian dishes and live opera music.
Included meals: breakfast

$79 USD

Dinner with Tenors 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!

Day 13 - Rome

If you are not staying for our tour extension in Rome, a Go Ahead representative accompanies you to the airport, where you’ll check in for your return flight home.
Included meals: breakfast (In the case of early morning departures, breakfast may not be provided.)