London to Rome Highlights

London to Rome Highlights

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London to Rome Highlights

10 Days Starting in London, England and ending in Rome, Italy

Visiting: London, Paris, Lucerne, Venice, Florence, Rome

Tour operator:

Costsaver

Tour code:

ETRVZN20

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Physical rating:

Medium

Tour operated in:

English

Interests:

Cultural, History

From: $2250

NB: Prices correct on 27-Sep-2024 but subject to change.

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Tour Overview

Embark on an unforgettable journey from London to Rome, exploring the highlights of England, France, Switzerland, and Italy. This tour offers a perfect blend of iconic sights and cultural experiences, including a ferry ride from Dover to Calais, a private boat cruise to St. Mark's Square in Venice, and visits to landmarks like the Eiffel Tower, Chapel Bridge, and St. Peter's Basilica. Enjoy city orientation tours, daily breakfasts, and select dinners while staying in cherry-picked hotels. Travel in comfort aboard a luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi, guided by an expert Travel Director and professional driver. Enhance your adventure with optional experiences and immerse yourself in the rich history and vibrant cultures of these stunning destinations.

Highlights

  • See the White Cliffs of Dover

  • View the Champs-Élysées, Arc de Triomphe, and Eiffel Tower on your sightseeing tour in Paris

  • Orientation includes views of the Chapel Bridge and a visit to the Lion Monument in Lucerne

  • Cruise by private boat to St. Mark's Square and visit a traditional glassblowing workshop in Venice

  • Visit St. Peter's Basilica, view the Colosseum, and see the ancient sites with your Local Specialist in Rome

  • Explore the treasures of Florence, including a visit to Santa Croce Square

  • Journey through the scenic St. Gotthard Pass into Italy

  • Optional gondola ride through the canals of Venice

Itinerary

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Day 1: Arrive London

Location: London

Accommodation: Hilton Olympia

Accommodation Name: Hilton Olympia

Savor your first taste of Europe's highlights as you arrive in London with a free day to experience much of what this cosmopolitan capital has to offer. Whether you choose to explore the city on foot or hop on a London red bus crisscrossing the capital, you're in for an exhilarating adventure. See royal palaces, visit museums and stroll along the high street, letting your nose lead your decision on where to dine - Chicken Tikka, Chow Mein or the firm favorite fish and chips could be on the menu after a day of pounding the pavements.

Day 2: London Free Time

Location: London

Accommodation: Hilton Olympia

Accommodation Name: Hilton Olympia

Meals Included: Breakfast

Take your time to dig deep and make the most of every minute in the British capital. You'll have a full free day to explore the city your way. History buff? Visit one of the many sensational museums. A culture vulture? Take in a West End show. Keen to sightsee? Hop on the Tube and leap between the city's iconic sights. There's plenty to do and see in London and you won't need permission to fill your day to the brim with special experiences.

Day 3: London – Paris

Location: Paris

Accommodation: Mercure La Défense

Accommodation Name: Mercure La Défense

Meals Included: Breakfast

This morning meet your Travel Director and fellow traveling companions to board your coach and set off from London. Your journey to the continent begins today. traveling south through the pretty Kent countryside to Dover. Board your ferry to Calais and leave the chalky White Cliffs behind. Arriving in Paris, you'll have time to explore the 'City of Lights' on your own. The French capital glows bright both day and night, but consider an Optional Experience on the Seine at this evening to make your introduction even more special.

Day 4: Paris Sightseeing And Free Time

Location: Paris

Accommodation: Novotel Porte d'Orléans

Accommodation Name: Novotel Porte d'Orléans

Meals Included: Breakfast

Put the joy in joie de vivre when you embark on a full day to delve into the highlights of Paris. Your sightseeing tour conducted by your Travel Director will take you past the Champs-Élysées, the Arc de Triomphe and the 'Iron Lady' herself, the Eiffel Tower. Relish the afternoon to do as you please. That could mean channelling your inner Parisian and sitting in a leafy park with a baguette and some cheese and wine. Consider an optional tour with a Local Specialist to explore the cobbled streets of Montmartre. Tonight, colorful Can-Can girls will entice you with their remarkable outfits should you choose to join an Optional Experience cabaret show.

Day 5: Paris – Lucerne Region

Location: Lucerne

Accommodation: Ibis Kriens

Accommodation Name: Ibis Kriens

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

Au revoir Paris. The Burgundy wine region and beyond beckons. Head through vineyards and valleys as you journey to Lucerne where a brief orientation will see you view the 14th-century Chapel Bridge spanning the Reuss River. Visit the poignant Lion Monument, hewn from rock to honor the brave Swiss Guards who died defending King Louis XVI during the French Revolution. Maybe spend some time shopping for Swiss souvenirs, or take a stroll across the photogenic Chapel Bridge before heading to your hotel.

Day 6: Lucerne Region – Venice (Oriago)

Location: Venice

Accommodation: LH Sirio Venice

Accommodation Name: LH Sirio Venice

Meals Included: Breakfast

With your head in the clouds, you’ll journey via the scenic St. Gotthard Pass into Italy. On your journey south, the soul-stirring landscapes of the Italian lakes stretch ahead as you venture to Venice, the 'Queen of the Adriatic'. The Winged Lion of St. Mark stands guard over the city. There’s no better way to see the sights than gliding gracefully through its canals on a gondola – an Optional Experience that captures the essence of Venice like none other.

Day 7: Venice Orientation – Florence

Location: Venice

Accommodation: Starhotels Vespucci

Accommodation Name: Starhotels Vespucci

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

Your love affair with Venice continues this morning as you cruise by private launch to St. Mark’s Square and view the city’s iconic sights, including St. Mark’s Basilica, the Doge's Palace and Piazza San Marco. Stand in the center of the square and capture the historic panorama which Napoleon once called 'the drawing room of Europe'. The exquisite art of glassblowing for which Venice is justifiably famous follows next. You’ll see master craftsmen engaged in the centuries-old craft at a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience. Consider an opportunity to visit the colorful fisherman’s island of Burano for an optional meal with drinks or spend the afternoon exploring Venice on your own before heading to Florence.

Day 8: Florence – Rome

Location: Florence

Accommodation: Ergife Palace

Accommodation Name: Ergife Palace

Meals Included: Breakfast

No expense was spared to exalt the glory of Florence through art and architecture and you’ll see first-hand how this city paved its way to a modern age. Explore the treasures left behind by the Medici dynasty and famous artists like Da Vinci and Michelangelo during an orientation tour which includes a visit to Santa Croce Square, where some of the most famous sons of the Renaissance are buried. Enjoy time to shop for souvenirs or the city’s famous gold and leathercraft before departing for Rome, the 'Eternal City'.

Day 9: Rome Sightseeing And Free Time

Location: Rome

Accommodation: Ergife Palace

Accommodation Name: Ergife Palace

Meals Included: Breakfast

There’s no better way to see Rome than to dive right in, which is what you’ll do when you meet your Local Specialist for a sightseeing tour that begins in Vatican City. The dome of St. Peter’s Basilica looms over the expansive St. Peter’s Square – the impressive backdrop for time spent learning about the world’s smallest country. See Michelangelo’s mournful Pietà up close and consider an Optional Experience that will reveal the artistry and heritage of the famous Sistine Chapel and Vatican Museums. Continue to Ancient Rome, followed by time to explore on your own or perhaps join a light-hearted evening revealing all the flavors that would make any Italian mamma proud.

Day 10: Depart Rome

Location: Rome

Meals Included: Breakfast

Say arrivederci to your newfound friends as the curtain closes on an epic journey from London to Rome.

What's Included

  • Expert Travel Director and Professional Driver

    An expert Travel Director and professional Driver are included.

  • Costsaver Local Host

    The services of a Costsaver Local Host if you stay at Costsaver's recommended London hotel are included.

  • Cherry-Picked Hotels

    Cherry-picked hotels, all tried and trusted, are included.

  • Meals

    Many meals and daily breakfasts are included.

  • City Orientation Tours

    City orientation tours are included.

  • Audio Headsets

    Audio headsets are provided throughout your holiday to enhance your included sightseeing experiences.

  • Luxury Air-Conditioned Coach

    Luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries is included.

  • Choice Optional Experiences

    An extensive variety of Choice Optional Experiences is included.

  • Ferry from Dover to Calais

    Ferry from Dover to Calais is included.

  • Alternative Hotels

    On occasion, hotels of similar standard and location may be utilized.

What's Not Included

  • Optional Experiences

    Optional experiences such as a Seine river cruise, Montmartre tour, gondola ride in Venice, and a visit to the Sistine Chapel and Vatican Museums are not included.

  • Personal Expenses

    Personal expenses such as souvenirs, additional meals, and drinks are not included.

  • Travel Insurance

    Travel insurance is not included.

  • Flights

    Flights to and from the starting and ending locations are not included.

  • Visas

    Visa fees and arrangements are not included.

Mode of Transport

Travel in luxury with a fully air-conditioned coach equipped with Wi-Fi in most countries, and enjoy a scenic ferry ride from Dover to Calais. Private boat cruises in Venice and extensive optional experiences are also available.

Accommodation

Stay in cherry-picked hotels such as Hilton Olympia in London, Mercure La Défense in Paris, Ibis Kriens in Lucerne, LH Sirio Venice in Venice, Starhotels Vespucci in Florence, and Ergife Palace in Rome, all tried and trusted for comfort and convenience.

Check out our Q&As

  • What kind of meals are included in the tour?

    The tour includes many meals and daily breakfasts. Specifically, there are 9 breakfasts and 2 dinners included.

  • What kind of transportation is provided during the tour?

    The tour provides a luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries. Additionally, there is a ferry ride from Dover to Calais.

  • What kind of accommodation can I expect on this tour?

    The tour includes stays at cherry-picked hotels that are all tried and trusted. On occasion, hotels of similar standard and location may be utilized.

  • Are there any guided tours included in the itinerary?

    Yes, the tour includes city orientation tours and sightseeing tours conducted by your Travel Director. Additionally, audio headsets are provided throughout the holiday to enhance your included sightseeing experiences.

  • What optional experiences are available during the tour?

    The tour offers an extensive variety of Choice Optional Experiences, such as a Seine river cruise in Paris, a gondola ride in Venice, and a visit to the colorful fisherman’s island of Burano.

  • Will there be any local specialists or guides during the tour?

    Yes, the tour includes the services of a Costsaver Local Host if you stay at Costsaver’s recommended London hotel, and a Local Specialist for sightseeing tours in places like Rome.

  • What are some of the key highlights of the tour?

    Key highlights include seeing the White Cliffs, viewing the Champs-Élysées, Arc de Triomphe, and Eiffel Tower in Paris, visiting the Lion Monument in Lucerne, cruising by private boat to St. Mark’s Square in Venice, and visiting St. Peter’s Basilica and viewing the Colosseum in Rome.

  • What kind of activities can I expect in Venice?

    In Venice, you will cruise by private launch to St. Mark’s Square, view iconic sights like St. Mark’s Basilica and the Doge’s Palace, and visit a traditional glassblowing workshop. There is also an optional gondola ride available.

  • What will I see during the sightseeing tour in Paris?

    During the sightseeing tour in Paris, you will see the Champs-Élysées, the Arc de Triomphe, and the Eiffel Tower. You will also have free time to explore the city on your own.

  • What can I expect on the final day of the tour in Rome?

    On the final day in Rome, you will have a sightseeing tour that includes a visit to Vatican City and St. Peter’s Basilica. You will also have free time to explore Ancient Rome or join an optional experience.

  • Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?

    The beauty and joy of taking a guided vacation with Costsaver is that you get to meet, travel and make friends with people from all over the world.

  • How long has the tour company been trading?

    Costsaver is part of The Travel Corporation, which has been in business for over 100 years.

  • What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?

    Costsaver is proud to be a founding partner of the TreadRight Foundation, a not-for-profit organisation started in 2008. To date the charity has donated over US$2 million to assist underprivileged communities and support sustainable tourism initiatives around the globe.

Reviews of this operator

Trusted Customer  

ONE OF MY BEST TRAVEL EXPERIENCES IN MY LIFE!

12-Jan-2023

Travel Director Alberto and Driver Victor were providing excellent services and amazing travel experiences. Since I came back I strongly recommended to all my contacts how impressed I am with your Professional Team.

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Definitely recommend

14-Dec-2022

Trip was planned well and the experience was great. Would definitely recommend and do another

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Best trip ever!

20-Jan-2023

Our trip was absolutely outstanding, organized and just plain fun. Agnes is a wonderful tour-guide, knowledgeable and we never had to worry about anything. And Frank, our bus driver, always had a smile and gave us the smoothest bus ride ever! And I've been on buses around the world... If we ever go again (hopefully), Costsaver would be my first and only choice and hopefully we will get "team" Agnes and Frank again.

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Best Travel Experience

05-Jan-2023

We have traveled to Europe many times but this time Spain was different. It was fantastic trip, our tour director was professional and informative.

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Trusted Customer  

No hesitation recommending Costsaver

17-Jan-2023

I had the time of my life. It was an incredible experience.

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Trusted Customer  

Why I chose Costsaver

15-Jan-2023

1. The visited places were interesting. 2. A real value for money. 3. Super knowledgeable and friendly tour director 4. Secure and safe. 5. Comfortable bus. 6. Efficient hotel check-in experience. 7. Highly experienced driver. 8. Excellent coordination with hotels.

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  • Cancellation Policy

    We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of costsaver charges.

    Up to 91 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.

    At 90 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.

    At 29 days before tour starts: Forfeit 80% of booking price.

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