Venice, The Alps & Paris

9 or 11 days

Italy, Switzerland, France, extension to England

With meandering gondola rides along the canals of Venice, the sun-soaked towering peaks of the Alps, and the grand elegance of Paris, it’s no surprise that this region of Europe is where Hollywood goes to vacation. Strike a glamorous pose in front of the Eiffel Tower, or just lean back and take in the stunning countryside on a boat tour of Lake Como.

Due to national and/or religious holidays, some sites may be closed and your itinerary may be modified on the following dates in 2027: March 15, March 19, March 25, March 26-29, April 25, May 1 & 2, June 2, June 29. These dates fluctuate each year—please contact us for more information.

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Day 1: Fly overnight to Italy

Day 2: Milan • Venice

Meet your Tour Director at the destination airport

Travel to Venice

Day 3: Venice

Take a ferry to Venice

Take a guided tour of Venice

With your expert local guide you will see:

St. Mark’s Square
Grand Canal

See a glass-blowing demonstration

Travel by water taxi to the island of Burano

Explore Burano on your own

Enjoy a gondola ride

Day 4: Venice • Lake Como • Lucerne region

Travel via Lake Como to Lucerne region

Participate in a local food tasting

Enjoy more time to explore Como city

Day 5: Lucerne region

Take a walking tour of Lucerne

With your Tour Director you will see:

Lion Monument
Kapellbrücke
Lake Lucerne

Take a cruise on Lake Lucerne

Ride to the top of a Swiss mountain

Add this in-depth excursion:

Swiss folklore evening

Enjoy an evening full of Alpine charm. You'll experience a bit of Swiss tradition through yodeling, horn blowing, or fun folk games. And be sure to pack your appetite for a classic meal, including fondue, the iconic melted cheese dish.

Day 6: Lucerne region • Paris

Travel to Bern and board a train to Paris

Day 7: Paris

Take a guided tour of Paris

With your expert local guide you will see:

Place de la Concorde
Champs-Élysées
Arc de Triomphe
Les Invalides
Eiffel Tower

Add this in-depth excursion:

Versailles

Enjoy an excursion to the grand palace of Versailles, where Louis XIV held court in the most lavish style imaginable. On a tour, stroll through the elegantly landscaped gardens, the historic Hall of Mirrors, and the ornately decorated State Apartments. Note: Versailles is closed on Mondays.

Day 8: Paris

Visit the Louvre

Take a walking tour of Paris

With your Tour Director you will see: