France Switzerland and Italy

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Tour Plan

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Day 01 - Paris Arrival

Upon arrival at Paris, complete customs and immigration formalities. Meet and greet by a local representative and transfer to your hotel and check in. In the evening you can go for the optional Lido Show or the Moulin Rouge Show. Overnight at your hotel in Paris.

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Day 02 - Paris City Tour including Seine River Cruise

After breakfast, proceed for a half day city tour of Paris (No hotel pick up and drop- the tour starts from central location and end too at a central location). Greet your guide and group in central Paris at the pre-arranged time, board your air-conditioned coach, and set out to explore the city's sights. Glide past the Arc de Triomphe, head down the Champs-Elysees to Place de la Concorde, and observe the Jardin Tuileries and the Louvre. Learn about the sights as you pass them with audio commentary available in several languages. Next, take to the water as you set sail on the Seine River. Take in key Paris monuments along the way. Then, disembark and head to the Eiffel Tower. Bypass the lengthy ticket lines with your skip-the-line access and take the elevator up to the second floor. Marvel at the views out to the Sacre Coeur basilica, the Pompidou, and Les Invalides. Spend as much time as you like here, where your tour concludes, before enjoying more of what the city has to offer independently. The evening is free for exploring Champs Elysees, the world famous shopping street of Paris. Overnight at your hotel in Paris.

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Day 03 - Paris : Disneyland

After breakfast, proceed for a full day tour to Disneyland Paris. This is a one day pass to Disneyland Resort Paris that gives a full day in one of the two parks. This includes transfer and return on board a luxury coach from the center of Paris to Disneyland Paris and admission ticket for Walt Disney Studios Park or the Disneyland Park. If you decide to step through the Walt Disney Studios Gates, let your imagination soar and immerse yourself in the never-ending, always fascinating world of movies and television. Yet by choosing the Disneyland Park Themes, an enchanting kingdom filled with fun, fantasy and discovery will form before your eyes, a world of make-believe characters, shows and attractions. Whichever park you visit, you will discover the most magical place on earth inspired by the most magical dream of all. Overnight at your hotel in Paris.

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Day 04 - PARIS : Basel : Interlaken, Funky Chocolate Club

After breakfast, checkout and transfer to the Gare De Lyon station to catch your high speed TGV train to Basel. Upon arrival, use Swiss pass to change trains and catch the next train to Interlaken. Arrive Interlaken and transfer to your hotel on your own. Usually you hotel would be within walking distance to either of the two stations in Interlaken. Check in at your hotel. In the evening suggest you to attend the Swiss Chocolate making workshop at the Funky Chocolate Club in Interlaken which is chargeable. The workshop takes 75 minutes depending on your creativity and how many photos you want to take. Your chocolates need to cool down for a minimum of 60 minutes after the workshop. Please plan your trip so you can come and pick up your gift wrapped chocolate bars 60 minutes after the end of the activity or anytime the next day. Overnight at your hotel in Interlaken.

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Day 05 : Interlaken : Mount Jungfraujoch

After breakfast, proceed to Interlaken Ost station and collect your train tickets by submitting your voucher and showing your Swiss Travel Pass. Board the Jungfrau Railways train. The first stop is the Lauterbrunnen station where you change trains after which the train climbs uphill for jaw dropping views of the Lauterbrunnen valley. After arriving at Kleine Scheidegg station you again change trains, but this time it's the famous redcog wheel train for the steep climb ahead. The majority of this section is in a tunnel. The train will make a short stop along the way, at Eismeer. You can get off the train for a few minutes to enjoy the views through the panoramic windows. At the top you visit Sphinx Terrace which is the Europe's highest-altitude vantage point at 3571 meters, The Ice Palace where you can enjoy exquisite ice sculptures, Alpine Sensation Tour - all free of charge. You can also try chargeable rides such as snow tubing, Sledding or Tyrolienne- a 200 meter flight attached to a cable.If you feel hungry on top you can even try out Indian food on top at the Bollywood restaurant.On the return leg or your journey we recommend you to change trains at Kleine Scheidegg for Grindelwald. Once you arrive at Grindelwald, if time permits, you should explore this stunning beautiful village on foot for some time before you can catch a train back to Interlaken using your Swiss Pass. Overnight at your hotel in Interlaken.

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Day 06 - Interlaken Lucerne : Mt. Titlis

After breakfast, depart early morning to Lucerne by train. Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel (which we recommend to keep it close to Lucerne Station) and leave your baggage and catch a train to Engelberg. There is a train every 1 hour from Lucerne to Engelberg and vice versa. Upon arrival, walk to the exchange counter to exchange your voucher with actual tickets. The trip to the summit takes approx. 40 minutes. First you take the gondola 'TITLIS Xpress' from the Valley Station to Stand. It passes the mid-station Trubsee, but you can stay seated there. In Stand, you switch to a cable car to the top of the Titlis. This cable car is called 'Rotair' and has a revolving cabin for 360° views. At the top of Mt. Titlis (10'000 ft. above sea level), a high alpine panorama awaits you. Take a walk over the Cliff Walk, the highest suspension bridge in Europe or visit the stunning Glacier Cave. Get closer to those deep crevasses on your Mount Titlis tour with a ride on the Ice Flyer or visit the Glacier Park where you can try snow tubing, even during the summer. Stop for lunch at one of the restaurants or relax with a drink as you soak up the sun from the terrace. On the way back you can get off at Trubsee and try out some exciting optional activities there like Ziplining or rowing a boat on Lake Trubsee. Later return to Lucerne the same way and if time permits, you can do some local shopping at Lucerne Station before you step back into your hotel. Overnight at your hotel in Lucerne.

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Day 07 - Lucerne : FIFA Museum : Rhine Falls : Zurich

After breakfast, checkout from your hotel in Lucerne and catch a train to Zurich Central. Suggest you to stay near the Zurich HB or Central station. Leave your luggage at the hotel and proceed to the FIFA World Football museum by tram. The museum is usually free with Swiss Pass every year but do cross check before planning. Zurich HB to Zurich Enge, Bahnof - Tram journey of 8 min every 10 minutes. The FIFA World Football Museum shows how international football has continued to evolve and sparked enthusiasm worldwide. The centrepiece is undoubtedly the gallery of the FIFA World Cup - a must for all fans. With numerous attractions, audio-visual content and varied exhibition areas - which should also stimulate thought - the FIFA World Football Museum shows the global impact of football. Next, visit Rhine Falls. Take the same tram route back to Zurich HB station. Now, to reach Rhine Falls, Schloss Laufen am Rheinfall is the closest train station but from there you can only see the Rhine fall from above. Most people visit the falls from the other side of the Rhine, below the falls. If you like to take the boat to the small rock in the middle of the falls, you have to start from here. In this case you start from Zurich HB station and catch a train to Schaffhausen and from there the bus no. 1 towards Rhine fall. You will find two bus No. 1's on the two sides of the road, but on one side, the sign in front of the bus no. 1 (you know the destination electric sign) will show the words "Rheinfall". You get off when the bus stop announcement system on the bus says a stop, accompanied with the English announcement "Rhine Falls" which is the Neuhausen Zentrum Bus stop. Next, follow the signs towards Rhine Falls for buses and cars. There is a pedestrian walking don't worry. You will pass through a tunnel, cross the road about 2 or 3 times, and then down either stairs or a slope (your choice) until you eventually wind at the spot where you view the Rhine Falls from afar. The spot is directly next to the boat rides starting point. Later by evening return to your hotel in Zurich for check in. Overnight at your hotel in Zurich.

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Day 08 - Zurich : Venice

After breakfast, checkout from your hotel and transfer to the airport (by using a 1 way sector train ticket from Zurich HB station to Airport station) for your direct flight to Venice which is a little over an hours duration. Upon arrival at Venice airport, meet and greet by our local representative and transfer by a water taxi to your hotel in Venice Island and check in. Explore Venice in the afternoon on your own.Overnight at your hotel in Venice.

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Day 09 - Venice : Half Day Murano Burano and Torcello Tour

Today, after breakfast take a half day Tour of Murano Burano and Torcello. Sail to Murrano to see how the beautiful coloured glass is made, then on to the pretty islands of Burrano and Torcello After sailing past the island of San Giorgio Maggiore, the Public Gardens, the tip of Saint 'Elena and the famous Lido beach resort, the boat arrives in Murano, known throughout the world for its glass manufacturing industry. Here you will stop for around 40 minutes to visit to one of the factories. The second stop is at the picturesque island of Burano, famous not only for its lace but also for the fishermen's houses painted in bright colours. The stop will last about 30 minutes. Then after a short cruise, we reach Torcello, the earliest centre of civilization in the estuary. Only the Cathedral with its magnificent mosaics and the church of Santa Fosca remain as testimony of its former glory. The stop will be for about 30 minutes then we return to St. Mark's Square. Later proceed for Gondola Ride A romantic 'promenade' by gondola that will take you along the canals of Venice. A fantastic opportunity to travel along Venice's waterways looking up at the fabulous mediaeval palaces that line these historic thoroughfares and down to see their shimmering reflections dancing on the surface of the water. This cruise through the city's most secluded waterways passing under small bridges will help you appreciate the special quality of this floating city. Overnight at your hotel in Venice.

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Day 10 - Venice : Guided walking Tour : Florence

After breakfast, checkout and proceed for a half day guided walking tour of Venice. Don't forget to watch Venetian glassblowers fashion their delicate objects as they did centuries ago. Later return back to hotel and pick up luggage and transfer to station to catch your train to Florence. Upon arrival at Florence, check in at you hotel. We recommend staying adjacent to the station. The evening is free for you to enjoy and explore the city and admire its architectural sculptures on your own. Overnight at your hotel in Florence.

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Day 11 - Florence : Pisa Tour and the Train to Rome

After breakfast, checkout and proceed to a half day trip to Pisa. Visit the Square of Miracles where you can see the Leaning Tower of Pisa. Explore the Cathedral on a guided visit and admire its artistic treasures. After returning back to Florence, catch a train to Rome. Upon Arrival at Rome, make your own way to your hotel. We suggest you to stay close to the Rome Termini Station. Overnight at your hotel in Rome.

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Day 12 - Rome : Vatican City and Sistine Chapel Tour

After breakfast, the first half is free to explore the local market area on your own. Later, in the afternoon proceed for the Vatican City and Sistine Chapel tour. Spend the afternoon being taken around the Vatican City, exploring the sites and artwork which the brilliant city has to offer! Take a trip to the Vatican Museums followed by the world famous Sistine Chapel, where you'll be able to see some of the world's most renowned Renaissance art by some of history's most well-known artists. After the visit to the Museums you will be taken to the renowned Sistine Chapel, the official residence of the Pope in Vatican City. Get a taste of the architecture and art which has gone into making the Sistine Chapel what it is today, with work from some of Italy's most famous Renaissance artists, including Michelangelo and Pinturicchio. See the gorgeous Sistine Chapel Ceiling, covered in art including The Creation of Adam and many more pieces by Michelangelo. Overnight at your hotel in Rome.

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Day 13 - Rome Full Day City Tour

After breakfast, proceed for a full day city tour of Rome. Crossing the Quirinal Square, with the Presidential Palace, we arrive at Piazza Venezia at the heart of the city with its Monument to Victor Emanuel II, also called the 'Vittoriano'. We walk up to Capitol Square, designed by Michelangelo, and enjoy from here a magnificent view over the Roman Forum. Afterwards we proceed with a visit to the Colosseum, the most famous monument ever built, symbol itself of Rome's majesty and eternity. Passing the Pyramid Cestia, we arrive at St. Paul's Outside the Walls which we visit to see the tomb of the Apostle of the people.Overnight at your hotel in Rome.

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Day 14 - Rome : Full Day Tour to Naples and Island of Capri

After breakfast, proceed for a full day trip (12 to 13 hours) to Naples and the Island of Capri. You start the tour by heading from Rome to the Mediterranean coast. You'll cross the fertile Roman countryside and the area known as Castelli Romani, which is dotted with picturesque medieval villages. After arriving in Naples, board a jet boat for the 45-minute crossing to Marina Grande, the port of Capri. Once you've reached the island you can take another motorboat to see the famous Blue Grotto (April through October and if weather and sea conditions permit it) and experience the impressive views from Anacapri.After returning to port you'll head to Anacapri, a scenic spot on Capri that features lovely views of the Bay of Naples. This is followed by a visit to a typical local restaurant for lunch. You'll have free time to explore Capri at your leisure in the afternoon. On returning to Naples, you will have splendid views from the port of the 12th-century Castel Nuovo and the Royal Palace. Later reach Rome in the evening. Overnight at your hotel in Rome.

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Day 15 - Rome : Departure

After breakfast checkout, and transfer to the airport for your flight back to your home country.