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Note – City Centre in Rome means walking distance within 2 kms from Colosseum , fountains & Rome Main Station .
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Note – City Centre of Venice is the San Marco square so hotels within 2 kms of walking distance from Centre are given below .
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Note – City Centre of Salzburg is Centre point from where all Top Attractions & Salzburg Central Station are in walking distance so below are hotels given within 2 kms walking distance from Centre .
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Note – City Centre of Lucerne is Centre point from where all Top Attractions like Chapel Bridge & Lucerne Station are in walking distance so below are hotels given within 2 kms walking distance from Centre
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Note – City Centre of Zurich is like Zurich Main Station are in walking distance so below are hotels given within 2 kms walking distance from Centre
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Note – City Centre of Paris is Eiffel Tower & Arc De Triomphe so below are hotels given within 2 kms walking distance from City Centre .
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Explore the highlights of Europe in this specially curated package of Italy , Austria , France & Switzerland . Experience the renaissance of Vatican , history in Rome , snow clad mountain peaks of Switzerland , ecstatic beauty of Salzburg and Austria , the canals and way of life in Venice and stroll the streets of Paris admiring the iconic landmarks like Eiffel Tower . This curation is perfect for people who want a taste of the culture of these spectacular cities in Europe .
- 12N/13D trip of Rome , Vatican , Venice , Salzburg , Lucerne , Zurich & Paris
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Arrive in Rome
Today you arrive in this beautiful Italian renaissance city of Rome . There are Hop On Hop Off Bus Tours that take you around and you can see the city at your own pace . Rome Pass gives you the opportunity to get an entry in many places along with Hop On Hop Off bus . Or you could explore the top sights of Rome in a guided Night tour .
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Exploring Rome
There are many self-guided tours that you can do it yourself by just taking entrance tickets to places you want to see .
Colosseum is a symbol of Ancient Rome since 80 AD so when in Rome a visit to this place is a must along with Palatine Hill & Roman Forum . Skip the line is the a good way to save time and long lines and also visit it underground and see the Amphitheatre inside to hear stories about Gladiators & Roman Emperors . Then head to Palatine Hill for a view of Circus Maximus and see the ruins of Roman Forum . Along with this tour there are many comprehensive Rome sightseeing tours where you could combine the ancient tour of Rome [Colosseum one] with Piazza Navona , a popular and charming square in Rome filled with restaurants and fountain of four square designed by none other than Bernini .
Next visit the Trevi Fountain one of the most famous fountains in the world . Myth goes if u throw one coin you will return to Rome , If u throw 2 you will fall in love and if you throw 3 coins you will marry the person of your dreams . Next visit Piazza Di Spagna [ Square of Spain] and famous Spanish steps ,the famous sites shown in many movies and then Pantheon , a former Roman Temple and now a church along with many other popular sites . Another interesting way of seeing Rome is by Golf Cart is a latest attraction and saves time . Or take a day trip to discover the Tuscany region of stunning farms , hill tops & wineries .
Explore small hill top village of Pienza which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site . Explore Rome’s historic sights Catacombs of San Callisto in a walking tour and get to know the history with a guide . Another interesting tour is the Bike and Food tour . Visit the top sights of Rome while riding a bike , get to know the history and between photo stops visit the best local eateries , cafes of Rome with a food expert to get a taste of authentic local food at its best . Another tour for food lovers is cooking class tour when you can learn to make authentic Italian pizza , pasta , Ravioli , who can be better than an Italian chef teaching you to make Italian cuisine . Or take a day tour to Tivoli and visit two of UNESCO listed sites Hadrian’s Villa & Villa d’ Este .
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Vatican
When in Rome you must visit the smallest country in the World , Vatican which is very close to Rome . In Vatican enjoy the treasures of Michelangelo , Bernini , Raphael and many other artists . Skip the line is a fantastic way to save time on your visit to Vatican and enjoy the magnificent collections of Vatican Museum , divine Sistine Chapel & exclusive entry tour to St Peters Basilica .
Along with the 3 top attractions of Vatican you can combine to see Raphael Rooms and secret chambers . Or there are tours which combines a scrumptious early morning breakfast with early access to Vatican Museums . You can admire Vatican Museums , Sistine Chapel , Raphael Rooms in the early access reserved for you , stroll around and see the collections and treasures before it opens to the general public . Also there are comprehensive tours of full day where you can in the first half of the day visit to the Vatican highlights and then in the late afternoon or evening visit the Colosseum , Palatine Hill and Roman Forum . This is a complete guided small group tour .
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Travel to Venice
Today you will travel to Venice via High Speed train from Rome . Approximately it takes 4 hours . If you plan to travel by car or bus it takes about 6 to 7 hours , trains being the most convenient .
Take the Hop On Hop Off water taxi to see Venice at your own pace . You could take an After -hours tour too to see the iconic St Mark Basilica without crowds and priority entry
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Venice
Explore the charming city of Venice on foot and see the popular sights like famous squares of St Marc’s Square , San Marco , Doge’s Palace a Palace built in the Venetian Gothic style , iconic St Mark’s Basilica , the famous Grand Canal of Venice and then take a Gondola ride for the most venetian magical experience and admire the serval bridges you cross along your ride .
Or you could take a guided tour of St Mark’s Basilica & Doge’s Palace to see the museums. Or take a small cruise to the 3 enchanting islands of Venice lagoon , Murano island where you could see glass blowing and making demonstration , lace workshops and fishermen’s colourful homes in Burano and stroll in Venice’s oldest settlement of Torcello island . this can easily be done in half day . Or take a day tour to visit the UNESCO listed Dolomite Mountains along with a visit to the mountain village of Cortina and visit some of the most stunning lakes in Italy .
Or experience a musical evening in Venice with the different musicals including travelling opera that happen in the city . Or you could learn the unique mask making art by locals in Venice an exciting activity for kids & families . Another brilliant experience for couples is the tour in Venice with a personal photographer . Venice is one of the most romantic cities in the world and why not capture your moments with picture perfect backdrops and professional photographer . Or visit the beautiful wine country of Prosecco and explore the UNESCO site of Villa Barbaro . Also Optional walking tour of the 16th century Jewish Ghetto which happens to be the oldest Jewish Ghetto in the World & synagogues of Cannaregio .
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Venice to Salzburg
Today take the fast train from Venice and travel to the beautiful city of Salzburg on this European city highlights . Take between 6 to 7 hours and the train journey is very scenic .
Take a River cruise across the Salzach River Cruise through Old Town , a UNESCO heritage listed site . Have a candlelight dinner and experience a beautiful Mozart’s most beloved work Performance in the city of Mozart .
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Explore Salzburg
Take a Hop On Hop Off bus to see top attractions at your own pace or Relive your moments from the famous classic musical film Sound Of Music in this special tour where they take you to the city ‘s iconic sites along with movie locations combined with the underground of Obersalzbarg salt mines , a must see location when visiting this city . There are many guided historical walking tours too around the city .
Another very interesting tour is the Hallstatt & Saint Wolfgang , the famous lake side Austrian villages which date back to 7000 years of history . These are extremely scenic places and a must visit when you go to Salzburg . Or explore the historic Eagles nest which was Adolf Hitler’s Retreat site during the Second World War , get a bird’s eye view of the place along with a visit to Berchtesgaden town and admire the beauty of Bavarian Alps in this full day tour . Or enjoy the paragliding adventure over the Alps . Or during winter time enjoy horse drawn sledge in the beautiful Austrian country-side amidst of snow and mountains .
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Salzburg to Lucerne
Today take a train from Salzburg to Lucerne . Average time it takes is 7 to 8 hours . Again a very scenic and beautiful train journey .
You could explore the city of Lucerne on bike or foot and see famous sites like Chapel Bridge , St Peter’s Chapel , Town Hall , Wine Market , Lion Monuments and many sites like that . It is a beautiful city to cycle or simply stroll around and take a cruise in Lake Lucerne .
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Mt Titlis day
Mount Titlis is Switzerland’s most iconic site and most visited too . You can take a short One hour train ride from Lucerne to Engelberg , a small yet breath-taking swiss village and a perfect swiss country-side experience . As soon as you reach the Titlis station , a series of gondola rides take you right to the top of the summit . You can enjoy Ice- caves , try tubing on the glaciers or walk Europe’s highest suspension bridge at the edge of Mount Titlis or simply soak in the panoramic views from the top . This is a must see attraction . You can do this on your own or take guided tours for the same .
Delve into Swiss country side and enjoy mountain scenery while travelling through a steep cog-wheel train all the way to Mount Pilatus , another beautiful Swiss delight . You could also go to Mount Jungfrau , also known as the Top of Europe and enjoy the various activities there . Another beautiful Mountain range you could do is the Mount Rigi from Lucerne . Another trip that kids and chocoholics would love in your family is the Chocolate Museum Adventure in the Swiss Museum of Transport where you take a multimedia and sensory ride to learn all about chocolates . Visit a Chocolate Factory where you could also become a chocolatier and make chocolates .
41. Mount Rigi
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Lucerne to Zurich
Today travel to Zurich so that the other attractions can be easily reached from this charming swiss city . Explore Rhine Falls , Europe largest waterfalls not very far from Zurich and also see the colourful town of Stein Am Rhein . Rhine Falls has a lovely boat ride and if chosen you can also climb the falls above the Laufen Castle and can see beautiful rainbows too sometimes .
Along with Rhine Falls you can combine Black forest trip and Lake Titisee in Germany which is close to the border of Switzerland & Germany . At Lake Titisee relax around the lake or take a boat ride , see the World’s Largest Cuckoo clock , have delicious black forest cake while walking around in Black Forest . Zurich city Tour with guide can also be done along with a Cable car ride . See the top attractions of the city including Zurich Lake , Zurich Main Station , National Museum among others .
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Travel from Zurich to Paris
Travel to the city of lights Paris via high-speed train or you could take a flight .
In the evening enjoy the Crazy horse show or Lido show duration 2hours or optional Moulin rouge which is very popular in Paris. You can enjoy the spectacular and jaw dropping dance with a glass of Champagne. Perfect way to begin your Paris trip. Also make sure you visit Eiffel tower before 11 pm to see the illuminating lights daily for 5 mins sharp 11.00 pm to 11.05pm where the entire tower sparkles with lights. Also there is an option of 3 course dinner cruise as you sail across the Eiffel Tower and the beautiful sights of Paris admiring the city’s skyline .
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Eiffel tower day.
On this day you do the skip-the line Eiffel Tower tour first and then see the city like a local via the Hop on Hop off bus tour .The red line tour stops will be close to the hotel given to you and you take the complete city tour. Eiffel Tower is the most photographed monument in the world and you get an opportunity to see the monument inside out by skipping the long elevator line and straight going to the 1st level .
Optionally you could do the Eiffel tower skip the line tour with gourmet 3 course Parisian lunch and Champagne and enjoy beautiful views of the city and gardens. Also optionally you can take the Seine river cruise and soak up the incredible views of the city and important landmarks . We would suggest you to do Cycle or Segway tours or simply hire a cycle and see the city like a local. Optionally you could take the Louvre museum tour which houses the famous Mona Lisa Painting. Some additional wine tasting tours can be taken . We also suggest some shopping in and around Paris. Also you could do Palace of Versailles tour or simply take a trip to Disneyland to get the child out in you. Disneyland tours are with ticket entry and shuttle roundtrip transfers from hotel.
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Return
Return with beautiful memories of all lovely cities .
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Best Connectivity of flights to Rome – Emirates , Etihad Airways , Kuwait Airways , Qatar Airways , Air India , Lufthansa , Swiss Air . It can be reached internally through any city in Italy by Train or internal flights like Alitalia , Air Italy , Iberia .
Best Flight Connectivity to Venice – Emirates , Qatar Airways , Air India , Lufthansa , Swiss Air , Air France , British Airways , KLM Dutch . Can be reached through any main City by Train or Internal flight of Alitalia .
Best Flight Connectivity to Salzburg – Lufthansa , Air India , Etihad , Swiss Air . Train connectivity from other neighbouring countries in Europe as well .
Best Flight Connectivity to Lucerne – Emirates , KLM Dutch , Etihad , Air France , Swiss Air , Air India , Qatar Airways . Train connectivity from other neighbouring countries in Europe as well .
Best Flight Connectivity to Zurich – Emirates , Air India , Qatar , Lufthansa , British Airways , Etihad Airways , Swiss Airways , Air France , KLM Royal Dutch . Train connectivity from other neighbouring countries in Europe as well .
Best Flight Connectivity to Paris – Air India , Emirates , Etihad Airways , Gulf Air , Air France , Swiss Air , Lufthansa , KLM Dutch . Train connectivity from other neighbouring countries in Europe as well .
Best Time of the year to visit Rome – January , February , March , April , May , June , September , October , November , December .
Best Time to Visit Venice – April , May , June , September , October , November [February – Carnival]
Best Time to Visit Salzburg – March , April , May , July , August , September , October .
Best Time to Visit Lucerne – June , July , August , September , October .
Best Time to visit Zurich – May , June , July , August , September .
Best Time to Visit Paris – April , May , June , July , September , October , November .
Local Travel in Rome – Buses , Trams , Metros , Trains and Taxis are a good way to get around Rome . Hop On Hop Off Buses are also a good way to get around Rome . Roma Termini Station is the most important station in Rome
Local Travel in Venice – Ferries , Gondola , Mono Rail , Water Taxi are the best ways to get around Venice . Travel Cards are available for 1,2 or 3 days which start from 20 Euros which include unlimited Travel .
Best Local Travel in Lucerne – Public Transport is very well connected . Locally if u buy tickets for a zone instead of a trip example zone 10 – all buses and trains are valid on that ticket . Visitor Card Lucerne includes hotel stay as well as travel . Swiss Express buses are domestic inter-city Buses that travels connecting various cities . Swiss Travel Pass is another convenient way of travelling in Switzerland as it includes free use of public transport , buses , trains , ferries and many attractions depending on the number of days duration .
Best Local Travel in Zurich – Zurich Main Station is the station that connect most of the Inter-City Trains and most neighbouring Countries also connected by trains through this station . Locally in Zurich trains and buses can be used in the city .
Best Local travel in Salzburg – Locally in Salzburg the best way to travel is buses and Trains . Salzburg Card is also a good way to save money on public transport and attractions. Line 10 bus takes straight from Airport to City Centre . Vienna to Salzburg 2 to 3 hours fastest way to travel by trains and Salzburg to Hallstatt is 2.5 hours . Trains are the fastest and most convenient way to travel within Austria or around other cities too .
Best Local Travel in Paris – Public Transport in Paris is very well connected for travellers through Metro [ underground trains ] , Express Trains , Trams , Night Buses . City Buses are good too but most reliable and best connectivity is the Metro . Paris Travel Pass Visite Pass [depending on duration you buy] is also a good way to save money on transport as it includes unlimited use of all Public Transport .
Local Travel in Rome – Buses , Trams , Metros , Trains and Taxis are a good way to get around Rome . Hop On Hop Off Buses are also a good way to get around Rome . Roma Termini Station is the most important station in Rome
Local Travel in Venice – Ferries , Gondola , Mono Rail , Water Taxi are the best ways to get around Venice . Travel Cards are available for 1,2 or 3 days which start from 20 Euros which include unlimited Travel .
Best Local Travel in Lucerne – Public Transport is very well connected . Locally if u buy tickets for a zone instead of a trip example zone 10 – all buses and trains are valid on that ticket . Visitor Card Lucerne includes hotel stay as well as travel . Swiss Express buses are domestic inter-city Buses that travels connecting various cities . Swiss Travel Pass is another convenient way of travelling in Switzerland as it includes free use of public transport , buses , trains , ferries and many attractions depending on the number of days duration .
Best Local Travel in Zurich – Zurich Main Station is the station that connect most of the Inter-City Trains and most neighbouring Countries also connected by trains through this station . Locally in Zurich trains and buses can be used in the city .
Best Local travel in Salzburg – Locally in Salzburg the best way to travel is buses and Trains . Salzburg Card is also a good way to save money on public transport and attractions. Line 10 bus takes straight from Airport to City Centre . Vienna to Salzburg 2 to 3 hours fastest way to travel by trains and Salzburg to Hallstatt is 2.5 hours . Trains are the fastest and most convenient way to travel within Austria or around other cities too .
Best Local Travel in Paris – Public Transport in Paris is very well connected for travellers through Metro [ underground trains ] , Express Trains , Trams , Night Buses . City Buses are good too but most reliable and best connectivity is the Metro . Paris Travel Pass Visite Pass [depending on duration you buy] is also a good way to save money on transport as it includes unlimited use of all Public Transport .
- All Accommodations in 3N Rome , 2N Venice , 2N Salzburg , 2N Lucerne , 1N Zurich , 2N Paris
- Accommodations in 3 star in twin sharing basis [ Hotel located in main City Centre ] 4 star hotel or higher can be arranged .
- Self -Guided Tours in Rome
- Vatican Museum , Sistine chapel , St Peters basilica .
- Venice walking city tour with Gondola Ride
- Day tour to Mt Titlis
- Rhine Falls Stein Am Rhein half day tour
- Skip the line Eiffel Tower.
- Hop on Hop off bus
- Inter-city transfer train tickets [coach]
- All tours that are “Included” with local guides and seat in coach basis , day tours and sightseeing .
- Round trip airfares economy .
- There are many optional combinations Day tours/Activities/Experiences on each day that can be customised as per your need if you don’t wish to take the ‘Included’ Activity/Tour .
Meals unless mentioned in Itinerary or included in day tours taken by you.
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- items like mini-bar in the room unless complimentary.
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Top Highlights [ To know more pls click Itinerary Tab ]
- Self -Guided Tours in Rome
- Vatican Museum , Sistine chapel , St Peters basilica .
- Venice walking city tour with Gondola Ride
- Day tour to Mt Titlis
- Rhine Falls Stein Am Rhein half day tour
- Skip the line Eiffel Tower.
- Hop on Hop off bus Paris
Optional Activities /Experiences . [ To know more please click Itinerary Tab ]
- Hop on Hop Off bus sightseeing.
- Rome pass including Hop On Hop Off bus tour .
- Rome night tour
- Ancient Rome Colosseum & underground walking tour .
- Colosseum with Piazza Navona , Spanish steps & Pantheon Trevi fountain.
- Rome sightseeing by golf cart .
- Tuscany in One Day visit Pienza , Siena .
- Skip the line Catacombs .
- Bike & Local Food tour .
- Cooking class pasta with local chef .
- Tivoli day tour .
- Skip the line all 3 with Raphael rooms .
- Early breakfast n early access tour
- Vatican , Skip the line Sistine chapel , Peters Basilica
- Early Access Vatican Museums
- Vatican & Colosseum combo tour skip the line.
- Venice city sightseeing Hop On Hop Off tour
- St Mark’s Basilica after Hours
- St Mark’s Basilica & Doge’s Palace .
- Murano , Torcello & Burano islands day tour
- Dolomite Mountain & Cortina day tour
- Travelling opera in Venice
- Carnival mask making experience
- Venice with Photographer [ Instagram tour ]
- Prosecco day tour
- Jewish Ghetto & Cannaregio .
- Dinner & Mozart fortress & River cruise
- Hop ON Hop Off bus tour
- Sound of Music Tour & Salt Mines
- Historical & Walking tour
- Day tour to Hallstatt & Saint Wolfgang
- Eagles nest Berchtesgaden & Bavarian mountains
- Paragliding Salzburg .
- Horse drawn sledge ride
- Lucerne City Bike & walking tour with Boat ride .
- Mount Pilatus Day tour
- Jungfrao day trip
- Mount Rigi
- Chocolate factory tour or chocolate Adventure museum tour .
- Black Forest & Rhine falls 7 hours trip .
- Zurich half day tour with cable car
- Lido show with Champagne .
- Crazy horse show or moulin rouge with Champagne
- 3 course dinner cruise.
- Skip the line Eiffel tower with gourmet 3 course lunch , Champagne
- Seine river cruise
- Louvre museum [skip the line]
- Food and wine tours.
- Palace of Versailles
- Disneyland with ticket and transfer.
- Segway and cycle tours.
- All private day tour pick up point and drop point will be within walking distance of the hotel for convenience of the traveller .[these hotels are all in main City Centre , 3 star ratings twin sharing basis ]
- All meals specified in the tour only are included in the tour prices rest all meals taken by the traveller on own expense.
- Hotel choices will be given and 3 star ratings in the package price specified below twin sharing basis ,if more premium hotels are desired package price will change and can be given close to the tours pick up and drop points.
- Shuttle transfers airport to hotel and vice-versa can be added on special request.
Tripopola’s Pick – Colosseum , Vatican Museum , Peter’s Basilica , Sistine Chapel Rome & Vatican , Day Tour to Hallstatt from Salzburg , Mount Titlis & Jungfrau in Switzerland , Palace of Versailles & Louvre Museum in Paris , Eiffel Tower skip the line .
[ Tripopla’s pick is the best tours/experience that we think is ideal for you.