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In Paris, Florence, and Rome, enjoy a sightseeing tour with a Local Guide, a knowledgeable expert who intimately knows the cities. See the must-see sights, including the Eiffel Tower, Arc de Triomphe, and Champs Elysées in Paris; the renaissance historic center in Florence; and Rome’s elegant streets and St. Peter’s Square in Vatican City, the most important architectural landmark in the world. In Venice, enjoy a boat ride to St. Mark’s Square. In pretty Lucerne, see the Lion Monument, a stone sculpture erected to honor the Swiss Guards killed during the French Revolution, and the wooden Chapel Bridge, Europe’s oldest covered bridge dating back to 1333.
Marvel at Pisa’s famous Leaning Tower, the Cathedral and the Baptistery on the Piazza dei Miracoli. But that’s not all…on this Europe tour you’ll also witness amazing scenery. Enjoy views of Burgundy, the French most famous wine-growing area, prosperous farms, and half-timbered villages as you travel between Paris and picture-perfect Lucerne, as well as views of the rolling hills in Tuscany, and the lungolago of Lugano, a pleasant lakeside promenade.
If you desire to see some of Europe’s most picturesque scenery and famous cities, this value-minded Europe tour is the perfect vacation!
Small Group Discovery
Cosmos offers Small-Group Discoveries on select Europe dates. A Small-Group Discovery is limited to an average of just 24 guests per departure. There’s always room to roam with extra space between you and other travelers—while still getting up close and personal to the experiences you’ve been dreaming of. Small-Group Discoveries include all the features of a traditional Cosmos escorted tour, complete with expert Tour Director, Driver, and Local Guides who ensure that your health and safety is our top priority. A Small-Group Discovery trip is the perfectly sized tour—without the crowds.
2021 Tour itinerary
Total meals included:
- 11 breakfasts, 2 dinners
ARRIVE IN LONDON, ENGLAND
Day1
Check into your hotel. In the afternoon, you may want to start exploring the lively British capital. Uniformed hosts at the hotel are available to help you make the most of your stay.
LONDON
Day2
A full day to savor our rich program of optional activities: take a panoramic tour of London’s landmarks, visit the Tower of London, or choose an excursion to Windsor Castle. Tonight, we recommend our optional Taste of London excursion with dinner, followed by a guided illumination cruise on the Thames River.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
LONDON–PARIS, FRANCE
Day3
Board the Eurostar train to Paris with your Tour Director. Spend two nights in Paris.
Today’s Distance: 305 mi/ 492 km
Meals included:
- Breakfast
PARIS.
Day4
Paris is a world-class city with more familiar landmarks than almost any other city in the world. This morning, see some of these sites during the included city tour with a Local Guide. Sign up for the optional excursions available to complete your Paris experience.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
PARIS–LUCERNE AREA, SWITZERLAND.
Day5
Fascinating, ever-changing scenery greets you today. Enjoy views of Fontainebleau Forest, the wine-growing area of Burgundy, prosperous farms, and tidy, half-timbered villages as you head through the alpine heart of Switzerland to the picture-book Lucerne area.
Today’s Distance: 423 mi/ 680 km
Meals included:
- Breakfast
LUCERNE AREA
Day6
One of Switzerland’s finest cities, Lucerne is nestled amid its snowcapped Alps, surrounded by its lake, and graced by the clear mountain waters of the Reuss River. The orientation includes the Lion monument, erected in memory of the 800 Swiss Guards who defended Louis XVI and his wife. Also admire the famous wooden Chapel bridge with its splendid frescoes. A selection of optional activities completes the day: a spectacular ride on the “cabrio” cable-car to the summit of Mount Stanserhorn; a cruise on the fjord-like lake; and, of course, time to shop for an authentic Swiss watch.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
LUCERNE AREA–VERONA, ITALY–VENICE AREA.
Day7
More wonderful alpine scenery awaits as you drive into the mountain ranges that surround the massive St. Gotthard Pass. Once through its great tunnel, start your scenic descent into the warmer and sunnier ambiance of Canton Ticino, then cross into Italy and drive through the Lombardy plains to Romeo and Juliet’s Verona, known as “Little Rome” for its splendid arena still standing in its former glory. Overnight in the Venice area.
Today’s Distance: 342 mi/ 550 km
Meals included:
- Breakfast
VENICE AREA
Day8
Venice is more like a marvelous film set than a real-life city, with crisscrossing canals, gondolas and water buses, arched bridges, palaces, and busy little piazzas (plazas). Your orientation starts with a boat ride to St. Mark’s Square and is followed by a chance to watch Venetian glassblowers fashion their delicate objects as they did centuries ago. A range of optional excursions are available.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
- Dinner
VENICE AREA–FLORENCE–MONTECATINI
Day9
Travel south across the Apennines into the gentle and hilly countryside of Tuscany. Enjoy a guided walk through Florence to discover its Renaissance treasures, then continue to Montecatini.
Today’s Distance: 174 mi/ 280 km
Meals included:
- Breakfast
- Dinner
MONTECATINI–PISA–ROME.
Day10
This morning in Pisa, hop on a mini-train and reach the famed Square of Miracles to view the Leaning Tower. Then, journey south to Rome. Tonight, consider an optional excursion to discover the city by night—a floodlit spectacular of shimmering fountains, magnificent churches, and piazzas—followed by dinner.
Today’s Distance: 273 mi/ 440 km
Meals included:
- Breakfast
ROME.
Day11
The “Eternal City” is steeped in history, vibrantly alive and exciting, and absolutely unique! Start the included introduction to Rome’s landmarks from St. Peter’s Square with a Local Guide. Enjoy a drive along the iconic landmarks of the city: the Tiber River, the Caius Cestius Pyramid, the Aurelian Walls and the Caracalla Baths. Complete the experience with a walk back in time from the Circus Maximus to the Arch of Constantine and to the fascinating Colosseum, symbol of the Roman Empire. Don’t miss out on the opportunity to visit the treasures of the Vatican museum and the Sistine Chapel on our optional excursion.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
ROME.
Day12
Arrivederci, Roma. Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
Hotels
It may occasionally be necessary to use alternative hotels of a similar standard to those shown.
Novotel London West
First-Class
Concrete and brick commercial hotel in modern nine-story complex located at Hammersmith, 1/4 mile from train station.
Location
1 Shortlands, London, United Kingdom
Hotel Facilities
- Fitness Room
- Free WiFi
- Gift Shop
- Currency Exchange
- Parking/Valet
- Concierge desk
- Business Center
- Laundry Available
- Restaurant On-Site
- Bar/Lounge
Room Facilities
- Non-smoking Rooms
- Mini-bar
- Pay Movies
- Phone
- Room Service
- In-Room Safe
- Air Conditioning
- Internet Access
- Iron/Ironing Board
- Coffee Maker
- Hair Dryer
- Cable/Satellite
- Desk
- Television
- Voicemail
- Disabled Access / Rooms
Hotel Ibis Styles Paris Porte D'Orleans
Superior Tourist-Class
The hotel is located in Montrouge, in the south of Paris, close to the business districts, Montparnasse train station and Arcueil. The hotel has 115 colorful, soundproofed and air-conditioned rooms with free WIFI access, a children's play area, an interior garden and a snack bar.
Location
41 Avenue Aristide Briand, Paris, France
Hotel Facilities
- Bar/Lounge
- Luggage Storage
- Free WiFi
- Elevator
- Parking/Valet
Room Facilities
- Non-smoking Rooms
- Climate Control
- Desk
- Window Opens
- Wake-Up Calls
- Television
- Air Conditioning
- Air Conditioning (Seasonal)
- Coffee Maker
- Hair Dryer
- Cable/Satellite
- Complimentary Newspaper
- Iron/Ironing Board
- Disabled Access / Rooms
- Internet Access
- Phone
Ibis Styles Luzerne City
Superior Tourist-Class
The hotel is located in the historic center of the city of Lucerne, The Rigi, Pliatus and Titlis mountains are perfect for day trips. The hotel boasts a restaurant as well as seminar rooms.
Location
Friedenstrasse 8, Lucerne, Switzerland
Hotel Facilities
- Elevator
- Currency Exchange
- Restaurant On-Site
- Hot Tub
- Concierge desk
- Luggage Storage
- Ice Machine
- Bar/Lounge
- Free WiFi
- Business Center
- Laundry Available
Room Facilities
- Disabled Access / Rooms
- In-Room Safe
- Climate Control
- Hair Dryer
- Television
- Desk
- Alarm Clock
- Non-smoking Rooms
- Internet Access
- Iron/Ironing Board
- Wake-Up Calls
- Window Opens
- Complimentary Newspaper
- Air Conditioning
- Cable/Satellite
- Phone
- Voicemail
Poppi
Superior Tourist-Class
Situated on the Riviera del Brenta and founded in 1965,the hotel is still family run. hotel Poppi offers 100 rooms and a renowned restaurant.
Location
Via Romea ,80, Venezia-Gambarare Mira, Italy
Hotel Facilities
- Bar/Lounge
- Concierge desk
- Restaurant On-Site
- Elevator
- Parking/Valet
- Free WiFi
- Ice Machine
- Laundry Available
- Business Center
- Luggage Storage
Room Facilities
- Disabled Access / Rooms
- In-Room Safe
- Air Conditioning
- Climate Control
- Room Service
- Wake-Up Calls
- Hair Dryer
- Complimentary Toiletries
- Phone
- Alarm Clock
- Cable/Satellite
- Internet Access
- Non-smoking Rooms
- Mini-bar
- Television
- Window Opens
- Iron/Ironing Board
- Desk
Settentrionale Esplanade
First-Class
In the heart of Montecatini Terme offering hospitality and courtesy. The centrally located hotel has always been managed by the owners and is one of the cornerstones of the traditional hotels of Montecatini Terme.Restaurant, outdoors pool.
Location
Viale Grocco 2/4, Montecatini Terme-Pt, Italy
Hotel Facilities
- Luggage Storage
- Bar/Lounge
- Laundry Available
- Business Center
- Elevator
- Restaurant On-Site
- Pool
- Currency Exchange
Room Facilities
- Mini-bar
- Hair Dryer
- Desk
- Window Opens
- In-Room Safe
- Air Conditioning
- Phone
- Non-smoking Rooms
- Room Service
- Television
- Cable/Satellite
Park Hotel Dei Massimi
First-Class
Hotel offers a warm ambience and modern comforts; overlooking the city, situated a short distance from the Vatican.
Location
Largo V. Ambrosio, 9, Roma, Italy
Hotel Facilities
- Luggage Storage
- Bar/Lounge
- Concierge desk
- Currency Exchange
- Free WiFi
- Elevator
- Restaurant On-Site
- Parking/Valet
Room Facilities
- Disabled Access / Rooms
- Mini-bar
- Air Conditioning
- Hair Dryer
- Cable/Satellite
- Phone
- Alarm Clock
- Desk
- Television
- Room Service
- Complimentary Newspaper
- Non-smoking Rooms
- Wake-Up Calls
- Complimentary Toiletries
- Internet Access
- In-Room Safe
- Window Opens
