18 Day Unforgettable Europe Tour with Abu Dhabi or Dubai Stopover & Flights

Rome

Welcome to Rome! Upon arrival, be met by a representative and transferred to the hotel.

Please note: normal check-in time is 3:00 p.m

In the evening, a transfer will be provided to the Trastevere area. Let this hidden corner of Rome take you away from the crowds and blend into this pretty neighbourhood, stroll in the narrow cobblestone streets, the colourful buildings dripping with ivy, and balconies enlivened with geraniums. Enjoy some typical Italian cuisine and bar hopping (at own expense) before returning to the hotel.

Accommodation: Cristoforo Colombo or similar

Meals included: None

Rome City Tour 

Welcome to Rome aka “The Eternal City”. Join a fun city tour that includes a visit to Caracalla Baths, Venice Square, Circo Massimo to a name a few. St. Peter’s Basilica, one of the holiest temple, dominates over the rooftops of the Eternal City (admission to the Coliseum included). Here, we have an opportunity to learn about ancient society in the Roman Empire. In the evening, being transferred to Via Cavour where tonight we’ll dine in alternative local restaurants (own expense). Return to the hotel around 9 pm.

Accommodation: Cristoforo Colombo or similar

Meals included: breakfast

Rome  Florence 

A beautiful scenic drive in the morning to Florence. Tips: comfy clothing and shoes as walking involved. Upon arrival, we’ll visit Piazzale Michelangelo, where we’ll need a camera to pin this amazing view of Florence. Then meet with our local lovely guide for a walking tour. During this time, we’ll get to see Duomo, Piazza Della Signoria, Ponte Vecchio, Straw Market, Piazza Republica, Palacio Vecchio etc. This afternoon is yours to discover the beauty and elegance of Florence, a city filled with exquisite galleries, lush gardens and opulent palaces and to continue enjoying a delicious meal (own expense). Return to hotel.

Accommodation: Conference Florencia or similar

Meals included: breakfast

Florence  Venice 

Pass through mountain scenery, cross the Apennine and the Po Valley, we finally arrive at Tronchetto Gate, Venice. Be ready to be fascinated this afternoon with an orientation tour on a boat, accompanied by our travel specialist, who’ll be guiding you around St. Mark’s Square and into the interior of St. Mark’s Basilica (admission included). Calling all art lovers out there, you’ll have a chance to visit the Murano Glass Factory to see how glass is made in ancient times. Relax this afternoon to explore the city on your own and dine at Mestre district in the evening (own expense).

Accommodation: Lugano or similar

Meals included: breakfast

Venice  Verona Lugano Zurich

Verona- famous for its appearance in Shakespeare and being the home of Romeo and Juliet. Enjoy a self-guided visit to this delightful town where our tour guide will give you information on the places where you will be able to walk in Romeo and Juliet’s city- the city of lovers! Afterwards, we will reach a picturesque village by the Lake Lugarno, this enchanting little town of Morcote was awarded as the nicest village of Switzerland in 2016.

We continue the journey to Switzerland. Very beautiful lakes and mountains with snow-capped peaks line our route. Arrive in Zurich. Free time in the historic centre next to the lake, where you will be able to dine in your chosen restaurant serving Italian, Indian, Chinese, international or Swiss food.

Accommodation: Holiday Inn Zurich Messe or similar

Meals included: breakfast

Zurich  Interlaken  Grindelwald  Lucerne  Zurich 

Start the day to a hot breakfast whereby today’s stage has beautiful landscapes with high mountains and lakes.  On a clear day, you may be able to see Jungfrau from the city centre.  Take a stroll along Interlaken and follow to Grindelwald, also known as “Glacier Village”. Enjoy a quick coffee break before taking an unforgettable cable car ride (ticket included) to the Grindelwald First and walk half an hour along the “footbridge over the empty” whilst absorbing the fantastic scenery of glaciers around us.  We will have lunch (included) before continuing to Lucerne, one of the most beautiful cities in Switzerland. After that, we return to Zurich and you will have time to explore your dining option at the city centre (own expense). 

Accommodation: Holiday Inn Zurich Messe or similar

Meals included: breakfast and lunch

Zurich  Bern  Paris 

Reminder: Bring your passport with you as you will enter France today.

Depart from Zurich early in the morning and arrive in Bern. Wander around this picture-postcard Swiss capital at your own pace. Later pay a visit to the Federal Council Square, the Cathedral and the Clock Tower alongside Bern’s statues and fountains. Leave laid-back air behind and stop for lunch in a service area and continue your journey to Paris. Arrive in Paris at around 9 pm.

Accommodation: Novotel P.D’ Italie or similar

Meals included: breakfast

Paris City Tour

Bonjour! Join a local guide and companions for a lovely city. Broadening your mind by visiting Champs Elysees, Arch of Triumph, Eiffel Tower, Concorde Square…your name it! How exciting it is going to be if you will take the lift to level 2 of the Eiffel Tower! (admission to the second floor included). Afterwards, go on a cruise on the river Seine. Later, indulge in free time to stroll around the “City of Love.'' At the sunset time, a transfer to “Quartier Latin” where you can enjoy a great atmosphere for dinner. Alert! cuisines here will make your mouth water.

Note: In some occasions, the time of accessing to the Eiffel Tower admission schedule varies in order to ease the long waiting time and optimize your visit.

Accommodation: Novotel P.D’ Italie or similar

Meals included: breakfast

Paris  Rouen

Morning, you'll visit the Louvre Museum and later explore the city at your own pace. No plan at all? You can alternatively visit Benlux, one of the most complete and best-known perfumeries in Paris with the tour companions. This evening leave Paris and travel to Normandy’s most engaging and historically rich destination, Rouen discovering half-timbered walls and narrow streets. Check-in accommodation in the city.

Accommodation: Ibis Rouen Centre Rive Droite or similar

Meals included: breakfast

Rouen  Canterbury  London

Reminder: Bring your passport with you as you cross the British border and wear comfy clothing during the crossing. Ideally set your watch back one hour and have some pounds (UK currency) in hands when entering the UK.

After breakfast, take a stroll around the city of Rouen and discover its magnificent cathedral and photograph its ancient streets. Leave Rouen and travel to the north of France. This afternoon take the ferry from the port of Calais to the UK. Sit back and relax, the ferry offers everything you need. Arrive in Canterbury and spend your own time to find attractive in this historic centre. Continue your journey to London and create some memories around Tower Bridge. Dine with a stunning view in London and checking in the hotel.

Accommodation: Premier Inn Wimbledon or similar

Meals included: breakfast

London

Morning! Join a local guide for a walking tour to embrace the pomp and pageantry of London. The tour includes a visit to Hyde Park, Oxford St, the City, St Paul’s Cathedral, Tower of London, the Thames, Piccadilly Square, the Houses of Parliament, Westminster Abbey and Buckingham Palace and ends in the central part of the city (the length of tour depends on time). Later enjoy a bird’s-eye view of central London’s world-famous landmarks with a ride on the London Eye if time is possible. Before taking a stroll around Leicester Square, China Town and Soho, soak up all lively British vibes and enjoy a traditional British afternoon tea with companions. Return to hotel.

Accommodation: Premier Inn Wimbledon or similar

Meals included: breakfast and traditional afternoon tea

London  Colchester  Ferry Volendam 

After breakfast, we will go to the British Museum, one of the main and oldest museums in the world where we can see relics from cultures all around the globe. You will have some free time afterwards. At around 4 pm you will leave for Colchester known as Britain's oldest recorded town. Free time so why not head to Colchester's Roman Wall which is the oldest and longest surviving town wall in Britain. We will then board a modern ferry in Harwich and take a night voyage in cabins with bathroom.

Important note: The ferry used has a limited number of cabins. Sometimes we may need to change instead of leaving London at 3 pm and taking the railway tunnel under the English Channel and spending the night in Antwerp (Netherlands).

Accommodation: Harwich – Hoek Van Holland Ferry

Meals included: breakfast

Volendam  Amsterdam

At around 8 am in the morning we reach Holland and we visit Volendam a town northeast of Amsterdam. Volendam is known for its colourful wooden houses and the old fishing boats in its harbour. 

After this, you will travel to Amsterdam where we include a panoramic visit to the city to see its narrow canals, the Dam Platz, its official buildings and parks. Here you will also see the technique of cutting diamond (admission included). In the evening, you will be taken to Rembrandtplein, one of the busiest squares in the city with a variety of restaurants.

Accommodation: Park Plaza Amsterdam Airport or similar

Meals included: none

Amsterdam  Abu Dhabi or Dubai

After breakfast, make your own way to the airport for your flight to Abu Dhabi/Dubai.

Accommodation: 

Abu Dhabi - Ramada by Wyndham Abu Dhabi Downtown or similar

Dubai - Hilton Garden Inn Dubai Mall of The Emirates or similar

Meals included: breakfast

Abu Dhabi or Dubai

Enjoy the rest of your day at leisure exploring these beautiful Arab cities.

Accommodation: 

Abu Dhabi - Ramada by Wyndham Abu Dhabi Downtown or similar

Dubai - Hilton Garden Inn Dubai Mall of The Emirates or similar

Meals included: breakfast

Abu Dhabi or Dubai Australia 

For Abu Dhabi stopover:

After breakfast, begin this thrilling half-day city tour to the notable destinations of Abu Dhabi. Let’s head to see the alluring white marble structure that serves as an epitome of splendour and elegance, the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque. The mosque is known as the ‘White Pearl of the Gulf’ and is the largest in the country and the third-largest mosque in the world. After that, you will also pass by The Corniche, Emirates Palace (Photo Stop), Etihad Towers (Photo Stop)& Qasr Al Watan (Admission included).

Free at leisure in the afternoon and then make your own way to the airport for your homebound flights.

Meals included: breakfast

For Dubai stopover:

After breakfast, begin this thrilling half-day city tour to the notable destinations of Abu Dhabi. Let’s head to see the alluring white marble structure that serves as an epitome of splendour and elegance, the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque. The mosque is known as the ‘White Pearl of the Gulf’ and is the largest in the country and the third-largest mosque in the world. After that, you will also pass by Ferrari World (Outside), The Corniche (Photo Stop), Emirates Palace (Photo Stop) & Date Market (Stopover).

Free at leisure in the afternoon and then make your own way to the airport for your homebound flights.

Meals included: breakfast

Australia

Arrive home today!

*Please note: some flights may arrive in Australia 1 day later