11-Day Italy, Switzerland and France Tour from Paris with Airport Transfers
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Product Code: 24552
OVERVIEW

Highlights

  • • The best Europe tours from Paris
  • • Explore the amazing Versailles
  • • See Lucerne's famous landmarks
  • • See the very best of Milan
  • • Travel through Venice's famous channels
  • • Dive into the art and culture in Rome
  • • Visit the historic museums in Vatican City
  • • Visit Florence, the birthplace of the Italian Renaissance.
  • • Tour the French Riviera
  • • Avignon
  • • Leaning Tower of Pisa
  • • Spend a lovely day in the Palace of Versailles
  • • See the Milan Cathedral
Tour Code
24552
Duration
11 day
Departure City
Paris
End City
Paris
Language
Chinese, English
IS THIS TOUR FOR ME?

Tour Themes: Nature, UNESCO

Get in touch with Mother Earth; Visit locations designated as World Heritage Sites by the United Nations

Tour Type: Guided

Multiple local tour guides/drivers available throughout your tour/activity

Group Size: Standard Group

Tour with fellow travelers from all over the world

Activity Level: Moderate

Designed for travelers in good health who are comfortable with light walking or hiking

Quality: Budget

The most affordable tour service and/or accommodation with fast-paced itineraries. Eg.Budget hotels, certificated guide, about 10 year safe driving experience driver. Price is about $80.00-$150.00 per day per person.

Accessibility: Not accessible

Tour does not have wheelchair accessible vehicles/attractions or allow service dogs

Itinerary
Day 01
Paris

Paris

Hotel: Tulip Inn Massy Palaseau Residence or similar

You must provide flight details at least 15 days before tour departure date to guarantee airport pick-up and drop-off. We will not be able to arrange airport transfers to those providing flight arrival details any closer to 15 days before tour departure date, and no refund will be given for this service.

Pick-up can be arranged between 7:00am and 10:00pm from the Charles de Gaulle and Paris Orly International Airports. Please meet your driver at the arrival hall.

This is a shared transfer and your pick-up / drop-off may be combined with fellow travelers.

Visiting Attractions

  • Paris Paris
Day 02
Versailles

Paris - Versailles - Paris

Hotel: Tulip Inn Massy Palaseau Residence or similar

We'll begin our Paris adventure with a drive along the famous Champs Elysees to the Place de la Concorde, which played a key role in one of darkest chapters of the French Revolution. You'll also get to see the iconic Arc de Triomphe. Next we'll head to L'Hotel National des Invalides, which houses Napoleon's tomb and a number of other monuments relating the military history of France.

Next we'll travel by coach through the Parisian suburbs to the splendid Palace of Versailles, residence of the royal family until the start of the revolution in 1789. We'll return to Paris in the evening. After dinner you may want to avail yourself of the optional cruise along the river Seine.

Visiting Attractions

  • Versailles Versailles
  • Paris Paris
  • River Seine River Seine
  • Place de la Concorde Place de la Concorde
  • Champs-Elysees Champs-Elysees
  • Arc de Triomphe Arc de Triomphe

Admission Fees

Activity Price Additional Information
Paris Night Tour EUR40.00/Person(not covered by the Paris Olympics itinerary)
French Dinner EUR 70.00/Person(not covered by the Paris Olympics itinerary)
Seine River Cruise EUR 15.00/Person
  • All mandatory fees must be paid in cash to the tour guide and tickets cannot be pre-purchased separatedly.
  • Any optional activities you wish to join must be paid to your tour guide in cash.
Day 03
Paris

Paris

Hotel: Tulip Inn Massy Palaseau Residence or similar

In the morning, depart for the pier and take a sightseeing boat cruise on the Seine River at your own expense your, a great sightseeing option that offers splendid views of iconic Parisian landmarks, including Notre-Dame Cathedral and Pont Alexandre III.
After a lunch, we visit to the Louvre, one of the world’s greatest art museums. Here you’ll set your eyes upon some of history’s most famous masterpieces, including the Venus de Milo, Winged Victory of Samothrace (also called Nike of Samothrace), and Leonardo da Vinci’s Mona Lisa. Opt for a guided gallery tour, which will enhance your experience and allow you to browse through hundreds of works in just a few hours.
Afterwards, you have an option of having a French 4 course dinner and show experience or spend time shopping at the legendary department stores Galeries Lafayette.
Overnight stay in Paris or city nearby.

Visiting Attractions

  • Paris Paris
  • Galeries Lafayette Department Store Galeries Lafayette Department Store
  • Louvre Museum Louvre Museum
  • The Lido The Lido
  • Moulin Rouge Moulin Rouge
  • Montparnasse Tower Montparnasse Tower
  • Boulevard Haussmann Boulevard Haussmann

Admission Fees

Activity Price Additional Information
Louvre Museum EUR 22.00/Person(not covered by the Paris Olympics itinerary) Due to the strict registration of ticket names and the control of the flow of people at the Louvre Museum, it is not possible to purchase tickets at the site. It is recommended that guests please log in to the official website to log in and purchase in advance. https://www.ticketlouvre.fr/louvre/b2c/index.cfm/calendar/eventCode/MusWeb Https://www.22europe.com/activities/973698 Ticket time to buy: 13:00 - 14:00pm.
Lido Show with Transfer EUR150.00/Person
Moulin Rouge Show with Transfer EUR 170.00/Person(not covered by the Paris Olympics itinerary) Age restriction: 18 and up
Nouvelle Eve Show with 4 Course Dinner & Transfer EUR 150.00/Person
Nouvelle Eve Show with Wine & Transfers EUR 110.00/Person
  • All mandatory fees must be paid in cash to the tour guide and tickets cannot be pre-purchased separatedly.
  • Any optional activities you wish to join must be paid to your tour guide in cash.
Day 04
Lucerne

Paris - Basel - Lucerne

Hotel: Hotel Arcade or similar

We will depart for Switzerland in the morning, first passing through Basel - situated at the intersection of France, Germany, and Switzerland - before arriving in Lucerne, where we will stay the night.

Visiting Attractions

  • Lucerne Lucerne
  • Basel Basel
Day 05
Lucerne

Lucerne - Milan - Venice

Hotel: Campanile Venice-Mestre or similar

After breakfast, we'll head south to the design and couture-conscious city of Milan. On our tour of the city you will see Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II, the oldest shopping arcade in the world; the legendary opera house La Scala; the storied Sforza Castle; and the ostentatious Gothic of Milan Cathedral.

Accommodations for the evening will be in Venice or a neighboring city.

Visiting Attractions

  • Lucerne Lucerne
  • Milan Milan
  • Venice Venice
  • Milan Cathedral Milan Cathedral
  • La Scala La Scala
  • Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II
Day 06
Rome

Venice - Rome

Hotel: LH Hotel Excel Roma Montemario / IH Hotel Roma Z3 or similar

After breakfast, we'll take you through this fascinating city of ornate palaces, lyrical waterways, captivating churches and impressive architecture. In San Marco Square you'll see the Basilica di San Marco, one of the best examples of Byzantine architecture, and the Bridge of Sighs connecting the old prison to the interrogation rooms in Doge's Palace.

Afterwards, you'll get a chance to see some traditional Venetian craft work at a demonstration by Murano glassblowers.

An optional shared gondola ride on the Grand Canal will put the finishing touch on a glorious day in Venice.

Accommodations in the evening will either be in Rome or a neighboring city.

Visiting Attractions

  • Rome Rome
  • Venice Venice
  • Grand Canal Grand Canal
  • Bridge of Sighs Bridge of Sighs
  • St. Mark's Square St. Mark's Square

Admission Fees

Activity Price Additional Information
Venice Gondola Ride EUR 40.00/Person Explore the hidden Venice and its web of canals. 5 persons per gondola.
Grand Canal EUR 30.00/Person Based on 12 persons per boat
  • All mandatory fees must be paid in cash to the tour guide and tickets cannot be pre-purchased separatedly.
  • Any optional activities you wish to join must be paid to your tour guide in cash.
Day 07
Vatican City

Rome - Vatican City - Arezzo

Hotel: A Point Arezzo Park Hotel / Antica Tabaccaia Resort or similar

After breakfast we'll head directly to St. Peter's Basilica in the Vatican, originally built by Constantine the Great in 324 AD, then reconstructed between 1506 and 1615 under the direction of several famous architects including Bramante, Raphael and Michelangelo. You may also join the optional Sistine Chapel tour to view Michelangelo's famous frescoes. After lunch, take a step even further back in time as you visit Italy’s unrivaled Roman relics. An optional guided tour of the Colosseum, built in AD 72, comes highly recommended. History comes to life as you imagine yourself witnessing gladiatorial combat inside the spectacular amphitheatre. You may also choose to walk at your leisure around the outside to admire the facade of this ancient wonder.After the Colosseum, get up close to the nearby Arch of Constantine, which dates back to the fourth century AD, then spend some further free time enjoying Rome, sampling the rich and creamy delights of gelato. After some free time you can either visit Basilica of St. Mary of the Angels and the Martyrs near Piazza della Repubblica, or head directly to the nearby Mitsukoshi Department store for some serious shopping.

Visiting Attractions

  • Vatican City Vatican City
  • Rome Rome
  • Arezzo Arezzo
  • Spanish Steps Spanish Steps
  • Colosseum Colosseum
  • Arch of Constantine Arch of Constantine

Admission Fees

Activity Price Additional Information
Colosseum Guided Tour EUR 35.00/Person Skip-the-Line
Vatican Museum + Sistine Chapel + St Peter’s Basilica EUR 60.00/Person Skip-the-line entry ticket and guided tour, min 25 pax.
  • All mandatory fees must be paid in cash to the tour guide and tickets cannot be pre-purchased separatedly.
  • Any optional activities you wish to join must be paid to your tour guide in cash.
Day 08
Pisa

Arezzo - Florence - Pisa - Genoa nearby city

Hotel: Idea Plus Hotel Savona / Aregai Marina Hotel & Residence or similar

Your voyage of cultural discovery continues as you get to know Florence, the birthplace of the Italian Renaissance and home to some fabulous architecture and fine art. Begin the day by taking in a wonderful panoramic overview of the city from Piazzale Michelangelo, which boasts glorious vistas over the red roofs, Arno River and ancient city walls out towards the surrounding countryside.

Next you can see a demonstration of the traditional craft of leather working at close quarters in a local workshop, and you’ll also have the opportunity to purchase some of the high-quality leather items for which the city is famous. From here you’ll enjoy a guided walk around Florence’s many highlights, including the Ponte Vecchio over the Arno, the Piazza del Duomo and Campanile Tower. You’ll pass the Uffizi Gallery, which contains one of the most notable art collections in Florence. You’ll have free time to see the city further, to shop or to watch the world go by from a street side cafe, before travelling on to your next destination, Pisa.

Here you are free to wander, but be sure to have your camera ready to get a shot of the iconic Leaning Tower, the famous bell tower in the ‘Square of Miracles’, which also contains the centuries-old Cathedral and Baptistery, after that we are transferring towards a city nearby Genoa in the late evening for stay.

Please note we will not stay in Genoa and we will not visit the city Genoa.

Visiting Attractions

  • Pisa Pisa
  • Florence Florence
  • Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore
  • Pisa Baptistery Pisa Baptistery
  • Pisa Cathedral Pisa Cathedral
  • Leaning Tower of Pisa Leaning Tower of Pisa

Admission Fees

Activity Price Additional Information
Firentino Steak Menu EUR 35.00/Person Includes homemade pasta, 250g Fiorentina steak, dessert and wine.
  • All mandatory fees must be paid in cash to the tour guide and tickets cannot be pre-purchased separatedly.
  • Any optional activities you wish to join must be paid to your tour guide in cash.
Day 09
Monaco

Savona / Sanremo - Monaco - Nice - Cannes - Avignon nearby city

Hotel: Campanile Avignon Sud-Montfavet la Cristole / Brit Hotel Avignon or similar

A breath-taking drive along one of Europe’s most famous stretches of Mediterranean coastline awaits as you say arrivederci to Italy and head for Monaco.

This small principality, enclaved in François chicane’s beautiful, home to the famous Formula 1 Grand Prix. A walking sightseeing tour here takes you to the grand Prince’s Palace, where you’ll have some free time to soak up the refined atmosphere, before continuing on to view the 1920s Courthouse, the Cliffside Oceanographic Museum, and the Cathedral, where Grace Kelly is buried.

We then travel a little further to visit the famous Fragonard Perfume Factory. Here you’ll be taken on a fascinating guided tour around this working factory. Next it’s Nice, where you’ll stop for lunch to sample some excellent local cuisine and warm-hearted hospitality. Your journey continues to Cannes, where many a movie star has enjoyed the sweet smell of success. Be sure to take the opportunity to snap some photos of the Palais des Festival, home to the city’s annual international film festival, before transferring to overnight in a city nearby Avignon.

Please note we will not stay in Avignon and we will not visit the city Avignon.

Visiting Attractions

  • Monaco Monaco
  • Nice Nice
  • Cannes Cannes
  • Palais des Festivals Palais des Festivals
  • Fragonard Perfume Factory, Grasse Fragonard Perfume Factory, Grasse
  • Prince's Palace of Monaco Prince's Palace of Monaco
Day 10
Paris

Avignon nearby city - Paris

Hotel: Campanile Rungis Orly / Campanile Villejuif or similar

Take a well-earned rest today as you sit back and enjoy great views of the changing rural charms of the French countryside on the journey north to Paris, where the tour finish.

Visiting Attractions

  • Paris Paris
Day 11
Paris

Paris

Airport drop-off service is available from 7:00am to 10:00pm. We recommend that you book a flight departing after 11:00am.

Visiting Attractions

  • Paris Paris
Pick-up Details / Transfers
You must provide flight details at least 15 days before tour departure date to guarantee airport pick-up and drop-off. We will not be able to arrange airport transfers to those providing flight arrival details any closer to 15 days before tour departure date, and no refund will be given for this service.

Pick-up can be arranged between 7:00am and 10:00pm from the Charles de Gaulle and Paris Orly International Airports. Out of this time, we will have an extra charge of EUR 18.00/per person per way, based on minimum 2 Pax. If your flight departure time is earlier than 11:00am, extra charges will apply since the driver need to pick you up before 7:00am.
WHAT'S INCLUDED

Package Includes

  • Complimentary airport pick-up and drop-off
  • 10-night hotel accommodations
  • Breakfast (coffee or tea, juice and bread)
  • Ground transportation in air-conditioned motorcoach
  • Professional tour guide

Package Excludes

    • Mandatory Service Fee: EUR 10.00 per day, per guest, payable to the guide (Cash Only)
    • City entrance tax and overnight city tax of EUR15 per guest, per day will need to be paid for Paris. This amount will need to be paid in cash to the tour leader prior to entering the city.
    • Mandatory City Tax (payable upon entry):
      - Venice City Entrance + Boat Trip + Overnight City Tax + Venice Local Guide: EUR 25.00/Person
      - Florence City Tax + Overnight City Tax: EUR 15.00/Person
      - Rome: EUR 10.00/Person
      - Pisa: EUR 5.00/Person
      - Monte Carlo: EUR 5.00/Person
    • Airfare
    • All personal expenses and additional hotel services
    • Lunch and dinner
    • Optional tours (prices and availability subject to change):
Special Notes
    • Cancellation Policy (Without complimentary VISA support materials):
      - 18 Days or more prior to departure date:  10% of the tour fee as penalty;
      - 17 - 10 Days prior to departure date: 50% of the tour fee as penalty;
      - 9 Days or less prior to departure date: 100% of the tour fee as penalty.
    • Cancellation Policy (With complimentary VISA support materials):
      If you need to apply for a visa to come to Europe, we can provide the necessary ducomentation. We cannot ensure that visa approval is guaranteed from any consulate.
      * If the visa refusal letter from the consulate can be provided:
      - 18 Days or more prior departure date, 5% of the tour fee as penalty;
      - 17 Days or less prior departure date, Cancellation Policy (Without complimentary VISA support materials) applies.
      * If cancellation is made due to personal reason:
      - 48 Days or more prior departure date, EUR85/order as penalty;
      - 47 - 18 Days prior to departure date, 30% of the tour fee as penalty;
      - 17 Days or less prior departure date, Cancellation Policy (Without complimentary VISA support materials) applies.
      The hotel list provided in the visa documentation is subiect to change.
    • Please prepare enough Euros. You are recommended to exchange the Euros 1-2 weeks before the departure date at your local bank. It is not that convenient and cost-efficient for the exchange at destincation's ATMs, airports or railway stations due to the exchange rate.
    • There might be some adjustment on tour per the actual situation, due to the COVID-19, please understand.
    • You must provide flight details at least 15 days before tour departure date to guarantee airport pick-up and drop-off. We will not be able to arrange airport transfers to those providing flight arrival details any closer to 15 days before tour departure date, and no refund will be given for this service.
    • Airport transfers can be arranged between 7:00am and 10:00pm at the Charles de Gaulle and Paris Orly International Airports. Out of this time, we will have an extra charge of EUR 18.00/per person per way, based on minimum 2 Pax. If your flight departure time is earlier than 11:00am, extra charges will apply since the driver need to pick you up before 7:00am. This service is only purpose for the convenience, you can also make it or by your own arrangement.
    • Earliest hotel check-in is 3:00pm.
    • The driver will wait up to, but no longer than, 90 minutes from the scheduled arrival of your flight. If you are held up in customs or your flight is delayed longer than 90 minutes after anticipated arrival time, you must make your own way to the hotel on Day 1. Tours4Fun/Local Operator does not reimburse taxi fare or offer partial refunds for those unable to meet the driver in the arrivals hall within the specified time frame.
  • Depending on your arrival time, your hotel room may not be available until the afternoon. Most hotels allow check-in between 1:00pm-3:00pm, however some charge a fee for early check-in. Please check at the hotel desk to see if you may store your luggage at the hotel if you wish to explore the city on your own before check-in.
  • Please Note:
    1. Guests are not allowed to use a CITY PASS, NATIONAL PARK PASS and admission ticket purchased by themselves to join the sightseeing attractions included in this tour.
    2. Guests who do use a CITY PASS, NATIONAL PARK PASS or admission ticket purchased by themselves, will not be offered the transportation service for that day, and will possible need to pay a penalty fee. Please consult your tour guide for details.
  • The time we mentioned in the itinerary is for reference only. Please refer to your guide on tour for the actual arrangement. The visiting order and duration might be changed according to actual and practical situation for better service.
  • This tour/activity is overseen by a select local operator in the region. Upon booking your tour or activity and after receiving confirmation, you will be issued an e-ticket detailing the local operator's name and contact information. If you require assistance finding a specific tour, please contact us for more information.

Pricing Info

Your reservation is always subject to confirmation by email, normally within one to two business days.

* Price for Single Occupancy applies when one person stays in one standard hotel room.
* Price for Double Occupancy applies when two people stay in one standard hotel room.
* Price for Child applies when child of 2-11 years stays as the 3rd person in one standard hotel room.
* Children younger than 2 years of age travel for free, provided they do not occupy a seat on the bus, or a bed in the room.
* Tour prices are based on Euros (EUR) and converted into US dollars (USD). Constant fluctuations in the exchange rate cause prices to change on a regular basis. You will be charged the price based on the applicable exchange rate at the time of payment. All transactions are final. We do not offer discounts or compensation to those citing lower prices at a later date. Bookings will be subject to penalties when modified or cancelled.
  • * The final tour rates already include possible booking fee, handling fee, and exchange rate loss.
  • Reservation Info

      1.Immediately after submitting your reservation you will receive a Receipt of Reservation via email.
      2. Within one to two business days of submitting your reservation you will receive a status update email from us. If you need to book an airline ticket, we recommend that you do so after you receive a confirmation of your tour reservation from us.
      3. An E-Ticket will be sent to you via email as soon as details of your reservation are confirmed or your supporting information is received by us. We will provide you with all detailed information about your tour on the E-Ticket. Contact information for local tour provider will be included on E-Ticket for your convenience or re-confirmation purpose if re-confirmation is required.
      4. Simply print your E-Ticket and present it with your valid photo ID on the day of your activity to your tour guide. Please remember E-Ticket is your proof of purchase.

    Terms and Conditions

      - Your purchase does not guarantee confirmation. Your purchase will initiate a reservation process. We will confirm with you via email within one to two business days.
      - Prices may vary due to availability. We reserve the right to make price adjustment without prior notice.
      - Please refer to our Standard Amendment, Cancellation and Refund Policy before you make reservation.
      - Please refer to Customer Agreement before you make reservation.
      - Local tour provider reserves the right to make modifications to tour arrangements including order of tour activities, hotel and its location if deemed necessary.
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