This incredible 16-day European rail vacation showcases authentic, engaging experiences from London to Paris to Rome. Enjoy scenic drives and train rides through some of the most beautiful countries on the planet.

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• London: Sightseeing featuring views of Buckingham Palace, the Houses of Parliament, Westminster Abbey and Big Ben.
• Paris: Sightseeing includes views of the Arc de Triomphe, Champs Elysées, the Place de la Concorde and the ascent of the Eiffel Tower.
• Nice: Orientation includes the Promenade des Anglais, the Place Massenaand 'le vieux Nice'.
• Monte Carlo: Evening excursion to see the famous Casinos.
• Venice: Canal cruise by private motor launch. See St. Mark's Square, the Basilica, Bridge of Sighs and Doges' Palace. Visit a traditional glass-blowing factory.
• Florence: Sightseeing tour includes views of Signoria Square and the marble Duomo. Visit the Basilica of Santa Croce. View the city from Piazzale Michelangelo.
• Rome: Sightseeing tour includes views of the Forum and Circus Maximus plus visits to St. Peter’s Basilica and the Colosseum.
• Scenic journeys Kent, Northern France, Burgundy hills, Rhone Valley, French Riviera, Apennine Mountains, Tuscany, Umbria, Latium.

• The services of one of a professional, multi-lingual Tour Directors.
• A qualified local city guide in London, Paris, Florence and Rome.
• The services of a qualified Representative at your Trafalgar London hotel.
• Chauffeur driven on Trafalgar's luxury air-conditioned motorcoaches.
• 19 meals as specified in the itinerary
• Eurostar high-speed train journey from London to Paris.
• 'TGV Mediteranee' train journey from Paris to Nice.
• High-speed train journey from Nice to Venice and Venice to Florence.
• High-speed train journey from Florence to Rome.
• All Rail service is reserved in Economy class.
• Rome Fiumicino Airport departure transfer will arrive at the airport at 07.00 and 09.30 on Day 15.
• Complimentary pick-up at your Trafalgar London Hotel on Day 4.
• You'll stay in twin-bedded rooms with private facilities.
• All hotel service charges and tips, baggage handling fees and local taxes included.

Day 1- Depart USA
Overnight flight to London.

Day 2 - Arrive London (2 nights)
Check into your London hotel, with the rest of your day at leisure. Tonight , enjoy a Welcome Drink with your Tour Director.

Hotel: Park Plaza County Hall (2 nights)

Day 3 - London sightseeing & at leisure
Enjoy a half day sightseeing tour featuring the famous Big Ben, Westminster Abbey, the Houses of Parliament and Buckingham Palace. The rest of your day is free. Perhaps visit Camden Lock market, walk through Kensington gardens, visit a museum or take a Thames cruise to the Tower of London. Don't forget to take in some of the world famous London theatre at a West End Show before we leave this fashionable city (Buffet Breakfast)

Day 4 - London to Paris (3 Nights)
Greetings from our Tour Director en route to St Pancras Station. Here you board the ultra-modern, high-speed Eurostar train to Paris. Delight in the scenery through Kent and Northern France to glamorous Paris. On arrival join your coach and transfer to your hotel. (Buffet Breakfast)

Hotel: Novotel Tour Eiffel (3 nights)

Day 5 - Paris sightseeing & at leisure
After breakfast the morning guided sightseeing tour takes you from the Place de la Concorde along the Champs Elysées to the Arc de Triomphe. Next you will ascend to the second level of the Eiffel Tower for spectacular views over the well designed city. The remainder of your day is at leisure, later maybe enjoy a cabaret show and try some onion soup in a brasserie? (Buffet Breakfast)

Day 6 - Paris at leisure
A full day to relax or explore this fascinating city. Your Tour Director will have already shown you one of the Hidden Treasures of Paris and will be happy to assist you to find more in this beautiful city. (Buffet Breakfast)

Day 7 - Paris – Nice (2 Nights)
Transfer to Paris' Gare de Lyon where you board the “TGV Mediterranee”, one of the French fleet’s most recent trains. The journey takes you through the hills of Burgundy, along the Rhône Valley, past the villages of Provence and the Luberon, to the French Riviera, where we admire stunning coastal scenery to elegant Nice. On your arrival an orientation shows you the Promenade des Anglais, the Place Massena and 'le vieux Nice'. Then, after a dinner of Niçois specialities in a local restaurant, you head for Monte Carlo, where you will have the chance to 'break the bank' at one of the Casinos! (Buffet Breakfast/ Highlight Dinner)

Hotel: Beau Rivage (2 nights)

Day 8 - Nice at leisure
There's plenty of time to enjoy this popular French resort. Maybe lie on the beach, swim in the Mediterranean or shop in the boutiques. Or why not take excursions to Cannes, Eze or St. Paul de Vence? Your Tour Director is on hand to advise you. (Buffet Breakfast)

Day 9 - Nice – train to Milan – Venice (Mestre) (3 nights)
Today we are transferred to the railway station for your train to Italy. The train takes you from France to the northern plain of Italy and the commercial and fashion capital, Milan. Here you disembark from the train and take the coach onwards to magical Venice for a relaxing three night stay. (Buffet Breakfast)

Hotel: Plaza (3 nights)

Day 10 - Venice orientation & at leisure
This morning you board your private launch taking you past Palladian palaces to St. Mark's Square where you see the Bridge of Sighs, Doges' Palace and St. Mark's Basilica. Next enjoy a demonstration of Murano glass-blowing in one of Venice’s oldest workshops. Then time to enjoy the delights of this romantic city. (Buffet Breakfast/ Dinner)

Day 11 - Venice walking tour & at leisure
A full day at leisure in this unique city. For those who wish, there's a transfer from the hotel to St. Mark's Square and back. A walking tour with a local guide from St Mark’s square to the colourful fish market close to the Rialto Bridge is also included. Why not join an optional excursion to see some of the islands in the Lagoon and enjoy a seafood lunch? Or perhaps explore the narrow 'Calle' and shop on the Rialto Bridge. This evening after dinner, maybe relax over cocktails in the hotel bar. (Buffet Breakfast)

Day 12 - Venice (Main.) – Florence (2 Nights) – Sightseeing
AA morning transfer to the train for Florence. The train travels through the Apennine Mountains and into Tuscany, brimming with vineyards, sunflowers and olive groves. This afternoon our local guide takes us on a walking tour of this Renaissance jewel. Visit the Basilica of Santa Croce where you see the tombs of Galileo, Macchiavelli, Dante and Michelangelo. You also see the Piazza Signoria, the multi-coloured marble Duomo and a superb view over the city from Piazzale Michelangelo. Tonight, why not enjoy some delicious Tuscan cuisine with wine in the Chianti Hills? (Buffet Breakfast)

Hotel: Ambasciatori (2 nights)

Day 13 - Florence at leisure
Today is at leisure and your Tour Director has already told you about one of the Hidden Treasures of this unique city. So now you have time to find more or maybe shop for quality leather and gold. Tonight, you’ll enjoy a dinner of local specialities in a popular local trattoria. (Buffet Breakfast/ Highlight Dinner)

Day 14 - Florence – Rome (2 Nights)
This morning you embark on our high-speed train, which takes you past the peaceful scenery of the Umbria with its hilltop towns to the Latium, the Cradle of the Roman Civilisation, and the 'Eternal City'. On arrival at Rome's 'Termini' station your local guide meets you and takes you on an in-depth sightseeing tour by coach. Highlights include a visit to St. Peter's Basilica where you see Michelangelo's Pieta, and views of the Forum and Circus Maximus plus a visit to the mighty Colosseum. (Buffet Breakfast)

Hotel: Diana (2 Nights)

Day 15 - Rome at leisure
A full day at leisure to explore this incredible city. Why not take an optional excursion to the Sistine Chapel or visit the Catacombs? Then maybe window-shop along the Via Condotti, or explore the streets of Trastevere. Tonight, join your Tour Director and fellow travellers for a Farewell Dinner in a local restaurant (Buffet Breakfast/Farewell Dinner)

Day 16 - Rome - USA
It's 'arrivederci' to you Tour Director with transfers arriving at Rome Fiumicino Airport at 07.00 and 09.00. (Buffet Breakfast)

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