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2-7 Day Flexible Southern Europe 5-Country Tour: Lucerne, Milan, Venice, Florence, Nice, Vatican City from Lucerne or Milan

Our Price: from
US$120
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€106
C$170
Rs.11541
(Price shown is based on the lowest price per person over the next 60 days) Offer Ends: 07/25/2026 Duration: 7 days Language: English; Mandarin Chinese; Vietnamese Group Size: Max 55 people Visit 5 Countries in Southern Europe: Switzerland, Italy, Vatican City, Monaco, France. Cover cities Rome (Arch of Constantine, Colosseum), Florence (Piazza del Duomo, Uffizi Gallery, Ponte Veccio), Lucerne, Milan (Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II).
Highlights:
  • Daily Comforts: Enjoy a complimentary breakfast each morning for a great start to your day.
  • Visit one of the world's oldest shopping malls - Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II
  • Visit Basilica Cattedrale Patriarcale di San Marco built in the 11th century AD
  • Visit Leaning Tower in Pisa built during the Middle Ages
  • 7 days tour will have 2 nights at the hotel upgrade to 4 starts

Itinerary

Day 1:Lucerne - Lugano (seasonal, will replace by Gotthard Pass sightseeing platform) - Milan - Venice(476 km)

Hotel: Standard: Venice or nearby city.
Meals: Meal: Excluded
Today, we will visit Lugano first (it will replace by Gotthard Pass sightseeing platform in some seasons). Then head south from Lucerne through spectacular Switzerland and into northern Italy, where your first stop will be Milan, fashion capital of the world. Your orientation tour will introduce you to the city's iconic sights, including the vast Gothic cathedral (Duomo). You'll also see the planet's oldest shopping mall, the 19thcentury Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II, where you can wander among the boutique shops and have lunch in one of the refined cafes. After enjoying the many delights of Milan, you'll head to another vintage Italian city: Venice.
  • Lugano, Switzerland
    Lugano, located in southern Switzerland, is an Italian-speaking city located on a lake and surrounded by mountains by the same name. There are 17 heritage sites of national significance in Lugano including villages like Barbengo, Bre, and Gandria, as well as libraries, churches, museums, and more.
    Admission (Optional): Adult $12 / €10; Child $12 / €10. seasonal (around Oct - Apr), it will replace by Gotthard Pass sightseeing platform in some seasons.
  • Milan, Italy
    This city in the northernmost part of Italy is a global center for fashion and design. Its artistic history dates back hundreds and hundreds of years; places like Santa Maria delle Grazie are decorated with Leonardo da Vinci's work.
  • Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II
    The Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II is one of the world's oldest shopping malls, dating back to 1877. This dramatic building features exclusive, upscale stores as well as some of the oldest shops and restaurants in the city.
  • Duomo
    Milan's cathedral is the largest in all of Italy and the fifth largest in the world. The groundbreaking occurred in 1386; however, construction was not completed until 1965. Visitors can access the rooftops, which provide amazing views of the city.

Day 2:Venice - Rome(393 km)

Hotel: Standard: Rome or nearby city.
Meals: Breakfast: Included - Hotel Breakfast; Lunch: Excluded; Dinner: Excluded

After breakfast, we will take a tour of Venice, IT by way of its famous canal system. Begin with a waterbus ride to San Marco Island, we will stop at the Piazza San Marco, home of Saint Mark's Basilica, and then see the Bridge of Sighs. Afterwards you'll have a chance to see some traditional Venetian craftwork at close quarters with a demonstration by Murano glassblowers. Of course, the ultimate Venice activity is to take a gondola ride through the Grand Canal, and for most people this optional excursion is a must. We will spend the night in the Rome, IT area.

  • Venice, Italy
    This city off the coast of northeast Italy is famous the world over for its many canals. It is actually a chain of 118 islands linked together by bridges and waterways. Venice is world-renown for its art and beauty.
  • Bridge of Sighs
    This gorgeous white-limestone bridge in Venice gets its name from an almost ironically bleak place: In the 1800s, the windows looking out from the enclosed bridge's interior were the last views of sublime Venice convicts would see before their imprisonment.
  • Grand Canal
    Venice's Grand Canal is the major canal in the city's expansive system. It takes an S-shaped path through the length of the city, and is used for public transportation as well as tourism; Gondola rides for visitors are popular.
  • Gondola Ride
    The canals of Venice are what make this city iconic. Gondolas are special boats designed to navigate these channels. No visit to Venice is complete without a romantic ride down the canals on a gondola.
    Tour Fee (Optional): Adult $47 / €40; Child $47 / €40
  • Piazza San Marco
    The Piazza San Marco is the largest and primary public area in Venice. The structures surrounding it date back more than one thousand years, although the vast majority are from Renaissance times. It has been called "the drawing room of Europe."
  • Saint Mark's Basilica
    The Basilica Cattedrale Patriarcale di San Marco is the most famous church in Venice and is known for its unique and ornate Italo-Byzantine architecture that includes five hemispherical domes and fine patterns. It was built in the 11th century AD.

Day 3:Rome - Vatican City - Arezzo(183 km)

Hotel: Standard: Arezzo or nearby city.
Meals: Breakfast: Included - Hotel Breakfast; Lunch: Excluded; Dinner: Excluded
Your day in Rome starts with a visit to the famous Colosseum. Then get up close to the nearby Arch of Constantine. We will then visit the magnificent Reunification Memorial Hall, the Victor Emmanuel II National Monument. Afterwards, you are heading to the smallest country in the world, The Vatican City. Here you'll marvel at St Peter's Basilica. In the afternoon we'll depart for Arezzo.
  • Rome, Italy
    The history of this amazing city spans more than two and a half thousand years. It is one of the most historic places on the planet Earth, and it's artistic and cultural contributions have colored global development.
  • Colosseum
    This nearly 2000-year-old structure is one of the most famous buildings in the entire world and all of human history. At its height, it could hold up to 80,000 people, and was usually used for gladiatorial contests, executions, and drama productions.
  • Arch of Constantine
    This triumphal arch in Rome has been standing for nearly 2,000 years. It commemorates the victory of Constantine I at the Battle of Milvian Bridge. It was built with brick and marble, and the detailing is incredibly intricate.
  • Altare della Patria
    This large national monument in Rome was completed in 1925 to commemorate the unification of Italy as one country under the reign of King Emmanuel II. The main statue depicts the goddess of Victory riding in a chariot.
    Duration: Approx. 8 Hours
  • Vatican City, Italy
    This small country, surrounded by the larger city of Rome, is the center of the Catholic Church and home of the Pope. Famous sights are St. Peter's Square and the Basilica, as well as the Vatican Museum.
  • St. Peter's Basilica
    Perhaps the most famous church in the world and the center of Roman Catholicism, this ornate basilica in the small sovereign state of Vatican City has been a place of pilgrimage for nearly two thousand years.

Day 4:Arezzo, Italy - Florence, Italy - Pisa, Italy - Genoa, Italy(268 km)

Hotel: Standard: Genoa nearby city.
Meals: Breakfast: Included - Hotel Breakfast; Lunch: Excluded; Dinner: Excluded
Today, we will tour Florence, IT. Begin the day by taking in a wonderful panoramic overview of the city from Piazzale Michelangelo. Next, we can see a demonstration of the traditional craft of leatherworking at close quarters in a local workshop. From here enjoy a guided walk around Florence's many highlights, including the Ponte Vecchio over the Arno, the Piazza del Duomo and Campanile Tower. Pass the Uffizi Gallery. We will have some free time in Florence before we leave for Pisa, IT to see the Leaning Tower. We will head to Genoa nearby city for the night.
  • Florence, Italy
    Historic Florence, Italy is considered to be one of the most gorgeous cities in the world. Its long tradition of art and culture can be seen on nearly every doorstep. Millions of people travel here each year.
  • Piazzale Michelangelo
    The Piazzale Michelangelo is located at the top of a hill, making it perhaps the best vantage point to take in a full panoramic view of this marvelous city. A restaurant at the top provides visitors with a good meal.
  • Piazza del Duomo
    The "Cathedral Square" in the heart of Florence is one of the most-visited places on the planet. It is home to an impressive list of breathtaking buildings emblematic of Italian art and culture, including the Florence Cathedral and Baptistery.
  • Ponte Veccio
    The Ponte Veccio is a Medieval stone bridge over the Arno River in Florence. The bridge is lined by shops, something that was typical at the time of its construction in 1345; they are mostly artists and souvenir vendors.
  • Uffizi Gallery
    The Uffizi Gallery is an art museum in Florence, Italy that is among the oldest in the world. It is located in a Medieval palace and houses works by da Vinci, Raphael, Caravaggio, Titian, Botticelli, and many more.
  • Pisa, Italy
    This Tuscan town on the Tyrrhenian Sea in northern Italy is most famous for its Leaning Tower. However, there are many more works of art and architecture to see, and time spent in Pisa will not be easily forgotten!
  • Leaning Tower of Pisa
    The world-famous tower built during the Middle Ages is a testament to both human ingenuity and fallibility. The tower tilted because the soil on one side was softer than on the other, and it could not support the tower's weight.

Day 5:Genoa nearby city - Monaco - Grasse - Nice - Cannes - Avignon(588 km)

Hotel: Standard: Avignon nearby city.
Meals: Breakfast: Included - Hotel Breakfast; Lunch: Excluded; Dinner: Excluded
In the morning, we will depart for the French Riviera in the south of France. Around noon, we will arrive inthesmall country of Monaco. Monte Carlo, a picturesque city between the mountains and the sea, is a glamorous destinationand a paradise for the world's wealthy. We will visit the Monaco Royal Palace and enjoy breath taking views of the country from the hilltops. The south of France is known for its perfume production, and along the way, we will stop in a perfume-producing town to visit a perfume factory, where participants can choose their favorite scents. Next, we will head to the leisure resort city of Nice, where we will explore the Promenade des Anglais and the Bay of Angels. Afterward, we will drive to Cannes, famous for its international film festival, where participants can take photos at the festival venue and walk along the star-studded avenue marked with handprints of world-renowned celebrities. Inthe afternoon, we will leave the French Riviera and head to the hotel near Avignon
  • Monaco City, Monaco
    Located on a headland that extends into the Mediterranean Sea, Monaco is nicknamed The Rock. It has a Mediterranean climate, with an average temperature of 10℃ in January, 24℃ in August and 16℃ in the year.
  • Prince's Palace of Monaco
    The official residence of the Prince of Monaco, a position currently held by Albert II, this palace was originally built in 1191 as a fortress for the ruling Genoese nobles.
  • Monte Carlo
    Monte Carlo is a section of Monaco that was built up around the site of the Monte Carlo Casino. This administrative division hosts the Circuit de Monaco automobile race.
  • Grasse, France
    Grasse is a town on the French Riviera in France. It is famous for its perfume industry. In addition, it has a former Roman Catholic cathedral named Grasse Cathedral with many paintings.
  • Fragonard Perfume Factory
    The Parfumerie Fragonard in southeastern France is one of the oldest factories of its kind in the area, dating back to the 18th century. Visitors can join a guided tour that explore the perfume-making process and history of Grasse.
  • Nice, France
    This city in southeastern France is located on the gorgeous Mediterranean Sea. Nice has been a tourist destination for hundreds of years, enticing first the British and then the rest of the world with is amazing scenery and beaches.
  • Promenade Des Anglais
    A celebrated and popular tourist attraction in Nice, France, the Promenade des Anglais is a seafront boardwalk that provides visitors with stunning scenic views of the Mediterranean ocean. The promenade, also called La Prom, is home to annual Carinval and other festivals.
  • Cannes, France
    It is a city located on the French Riviera. It is a commune of France located in the Alpes-Maritimes department, and host city of the annual Cannes Film Festival, Midem, and Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity. The city is known for its association with the rich and famous, its luxury hotels and restaurants, and for several conferences.
  • Palais des Festivals et des Congres
    This building on the southern coast of France plays host to the world-famous Cannes Film Festival each year, one of the most prestigious film festivals on the planet. The building has more than 10,000 feet of space and 18 auditoriums.
  • Boulevard de la Croisette
    This busy street in beautiful Cannes stretches along the Mediterranean coast. It is home to the Palais des Festivals et des Congres, which hosts the annual Cannes Film Festival.

Day 6:Avignon - Dijon - Paris (Long drive today)(638 km)

Hotel: Standard: Paris or nearby city.
Meals: Breakfast: Included - Hotel Breakfast; Lunch: Excluded; Dinner: Excluded
Depart in the morning for Dijon, arriving around noon. Highlights to visit include: the Palace of the Dukes and Estates of Burgundy (the Fine Arts Museum), Notre Dame, Liberty Street, Guillaume Gate (nicknamed the “Little Arc de Triomphe”), and the François Rude Square. You may also enjoy a glass of Burgundy wine to experience the proud local wine culture. In the afternoon, continue via highway to Paris, with an expected arrival at dusk.
  • Dijon, France
    The earliest archaeological finds within the city limits of Dijon date to the Neolithic period. Dijon later became a Roman settlement named Divio, located on the road from Lyon to Paris. The province was home to the Dukes of Burgundy from the early 11th until the late 15th centuries and Dijon was a place of tremendous wealth and power, one of the great European centres of art, learning and science.
  • Palace of the Dukes of Burgundy
    This magnificent assembly of French palaces was established in the 14th century in the Gothic architectural style. After years and years of additions, the estate reached its current size in 1737.
  • Notre Dame de Dijon
    This Roman Catholic cathedral is a masterpiece of 13th century Gothic architecture. It contains a famous statue of the Black Madonna, as well as two symbols of the city: the owl and the jacquemart.
  • Liberation Square
    This stunning semicircular plaza is the heart of Dijon. In the center is a 17th century statue of King Louis XIV riding a horse. The square is located in front of the Palace of the Dukes of Burgundy.

Day 7:Paris - Lucerne(486 km)

Meals: Breakfast: Included - Hotel Breakfast; Lunch: Excluded; Dinner: Excluded
Today we will board a luxury coach in Paris and enjoy a scenic drive through the French countryside en route to the mountains of Switzerland. Passing through Basel, located at the point where the Swiss, French, and German borders meet, we will eventually reach the lakeside city of Lucerne. Here, we will see the city's famous landmarks, including the Chapel Bridge, the Water Tower, and some examples of wonderfully preserved Baroque and Gothic architecture. Afterwards, we will have some free time to shop and take pictures before the tour comes to a close. Please see "Departure and Return" for more detailed information regarding pickup and drop-off times and locations.
  • Lucerne, Switzerland
    This Swiss city on gorgeous Lake Lucerne is popular with tourists due to its amazing views of the lake, Mount Pilatus, and Mount Rigi of the Swiss Alps. Some of the buildings in Lucerne date back hundreds of years.
  • Chapel Bridge
    This covered bridge that crosses the Reuss River in Lucerne is one of Switzerland's main tourist attractions. The interior of the bridge contains several paintings which were completed in the 17th century.

Departure & Return

LocationAddressDeparture
Lucerne, LU
Bahnhofplatz, Luzern, Lucerne, LU 6003, CH (Lucerne)
8:45am
Milan, MI
Piazza del Duomo, Milan, MI 20121, IT (Milan, Milano)
Remark:Go to Venice directly, if you want to join the Milan city tour, please contact the guide in advance.
3:00pm
  • Please arrive at the station at least 15 minutes before the scheduled departure.
  • DROP OFF POINTS (Please noted that the drop off time is for reference only and may vary slightly due to traffic/ unforeseen circumstances. Please check the drop off information according to your travel duration and end date)
    End Date End City Time and Loction
    Mon Venice 14:00 Venice Troncetto Pier coach parking area
    outside Rome city 21:00 Rome Group Hotel (outside Rome city)
    Tue Rome 16:00 Antico Caffe' San Pietro
    Wed Florence 14:00 Florence Lungarno Italie Della Zecca Vecchia
    Pisa 16:00 Pisa Tower Parking
    Thu Nice 14:00 Meridien Hotel Nice
    Cannes 17:00 Cannes coast parking
    Fri Paris 19:30 Paris Place de I'talie
    Dijon 14:15 Porte Guillaume
    Sat Lucerne 19:30 Lowenplatz Lucerne
    Sun Milan 15:00 Milan Cathedral
    outside Venice 20:00 Venice Group Hotel (outside Venice )

Includes & Excludes

Price Includes

Hotel: Twin share basis. For child aged 2 - 11 years old will be sharing a room with 2 adults.
(Hotel information will be confirmed 24 hours prior departure.)
Transportation: Air Conditioned luxury coach and other transportation listed in itinerary.
Breakfast: Daily Continental breakfast including coffee or tea, juice, bread, jam. All others meals not listed are at your expense.
Guide: Professional English speaking tour guide

Price Excludes

A mandatory service fees for tour guide/bus driver (min. EUR10 /day per person).
City entrance and Overnight City tax charges (Mandatory, this fee will be collected in advance when placing an order)
Monaco City entrance EUR5
Pisa City entrance EUR5
Rome City entrance + Overnight City tax EUR20
Venice City entrance + Boat trip + Venice Local guide EUR25
Florence City entrance EUR15
Lunch and Dinner charges (if applicable)

Italian Spaghetti Menu

 EUR30

Fiorentina Steak Menu (Salad, homemade pasta, 1 Kg Fiorentina steak for 4, dessert and wine)

 EUR35
Travel insurance, visa fees
Any charges for additional itinerary are not listed in itinerary
Excess baggage charges from Airlines
Personal expenses such as room service, telephone, laundry service charges
Losses or additional expenses: The Company will accept no responsibilities for losses or additional expense due to accident.

Activities & Attractions

Destination Adult Child
Rome, Italy
In-depth walking Audio tour to Piazza Navona, Pantheon and Spanish Steps (Optional) $47 / €40
Sistine Chapel with Guide+Vatican Museums+St. Peter's Basilica, min 25 pax (Optional) $81 / €70 $81 / €70
Venice, Italy
Gondola Ride (Optional) $47 / €40 $47 / €40

Prices are subject to change without prior notice.

If you would like to join the optional activities, please pay the fee in cash to the tour guide. You cannot buy / use the tickets on your own or use City Passes. The tour guide will arrange the tickets for the group.

Additional Notes

Physical Demands: This tour itinerary is very compact and requires a significant amount of walking. It is crucial for the group to arrive at each destination on time to ensure we can proceed to the next location as scheduled. Punctuality is essential to maintain the tour's flow and allow everyone to experience all planned attractions.
Wheelchair Accessibility: Due to different bus models, we may not be able to accommodate participants using wheelchairs. Therefore, we regret that we cannot accept wheelchair users to join our tour. (Note: For "private group tours", please inform us before receiving a quote.)
Luggage Restrictions: Due to limited luggage space on the coach, each passenger may bring one large and one small piece of luggage (large luggage not exceeding 30kg and 28 inches in size; small luggage not exceeding 20 inches). If passengers carry more than one large and one small piece of luggage (subject to available space), an additional fee of €5 (or £5 for the UK tours) per piece per day will be charged as a handling fee for the driver. Thank you for your understanding.
Share Room: We will not charge clients a single supplement if they are willing to share a room with other tour members. However, no complaints or amendments can be made based on this arrangement. This preference must be indicated at the time of booking, and with a minimum of 7 days prior to joining the tour. Once the booking is confirmed, it will not be possible to amend the room choice while on tour. If you insist on changing to a single room, you must pay an additional fee.
Photo Usage Rights: Our company reserves the right to publicly display participant's portraits taken during the tour. We will capture activities and moments during the trip for promotional purposes.
Tour Participation Conditions: European tours are different from other countries in the world. Most tourist attractions cannot be reached directly by tour buses and require walking tours. If a passenger has limited mobility, they may have to wait on the bus at some attractions and cannot visit with the group. Loss of attractions cannot be used as a reason to request compensation or refunds. Please pay attention and think carefully before joining the tour. Once you have registered and confirmed your participation, it also means that you accept our company's terms and conditions.
Boarding and Punctuality: Please present this tour ticket for boarding at the designated assembly point on time. We will not wait for latecomers, and the tour fee will not be refunded. Our company is not responsible for any consequences. In case of emergencies, please call the emergency phone number provided.
Travel Documents: Participants are responsible for bringing and carrying valid travel documents (passport), electronic health codes, and visas with a validity period of at least six months from the departure date. In any case or for any reason, if the participant is refused entry by the immigration authorities (customs), our company is not responsible, and any losses incurred are the responsibility of the participant. The tour fee will not be refunded.
Valuables and Personal Belongings: Please avoid bringing valuable items and precious jewelry as much as possible. Valuables and documents should be carried with you at all times and kept under your own supervision. Our company, driver, and tour leader are not responsible for any loss.
Legal Compliance: Tour members must abide by the laws and regulations of each country, and it is strictly prohibited to carry private goods for profit and illegal items. Smoking is prohibited in all public places and indoor buildings (including hotel rooms) in Europe, with fines of up to thousands of euros, so please abide by the law. In recent years, some famous buildings (attractions) in Europe have banned visitors from sitting on the ground to rest or eat, which is not only considered rude but may also face immediate prosecution.
Early Departure or Leaving the Tour: In any case or for personal reasons, if a tour member requests to leave on their own, return individually or leave the tour midway, our company will assist in making arrangements. However, our company will not be responsible for any indirect or direct cost losses incurred due to delays in transportation or other circumstances that result in missing the pre-arranged itinerary or accommodation.
Disruptive Behavior: Any tour participant who intentionally obstructs the tour leader's work, endangers the safety of others, or affects the normal activities and interests of the group, the tour leader has the right to cancel their tour qualification, order the participant to leave the group depending on the specific situation or with the consent of the majority of the tour participants. The remaining balance of the unfinished part of the journey will not be refunded, and any actions taken by the participant after leaving the group will not be related to the company.
Delays and Itinerary Changes: If the flight or bus is delayed due to a malfunction or traffic congestion, resulting in itinerary changes or canceled programs, tour participants may not use this as an excuse to oppose or withdraw from the tour. In case of bad weather, strikes, or unexpected accidents that cause delays in the itinerary, tour participants may not demand compensation or refund of tour fees.
Itinerary Adjustment Notice: We continuously strive to improve our tour itineraries. We reserve the right to make changes to end cities, hotels, or tour order if improvements can be made or if unforeseen circumstances arise. During peak periods, duplicate departures may operate, possibly in reverse order, which may result in different hotels than those listed in the itinerary.
Transportation and Accommodation Liability: The tourist transportation and hotels used by our company, such as airplanes, ships, trains, or buses, have various regulations for the safety of participants and issues such as lost luggage, accidents, and property damage. These situations will be handled based on the regulations established by each institution and will not be related to our company. We recommend that participants purchase travel insurance and luggage insurance on their own. For details on how to purchase insurance, please contact the travel agency you registered with or our company directly.
European Climate and Hotel Facilities: The temperature difference between day and night in Europe is substantial, the annual average temperature exceeds 30 degrees for less than two months, and European countries have strong environmental protection awareness. Therefore, hotels in Europe may not have standard air conditioning.
Tour Group Composition: If the number of participants is small, we reserve the right to combine guests speaking different languages on the same tour bus. This arrangement helps ensure tour viability and may enhance the cultural exchange experience for all participants.