This program combines the two most important cities of France and Italy and allows you to embrace each country’s culture independently and at your leisure. It’s the perfect combination for the first time traveler to Europe. Experience France and Italy in this Independent tour offered by European Travel Advisors.
Itinerary
Day 1 — PARIS
Upon arrival to Paris airport you will be met and transferred by private car to your hotel located in the city center. The remainder of the day and evening are at your leisure to explore the city on your own.
Day 2 — PARIS
Breakfast will be served at the hotel. This morning you will join a city sightseeing tour including such highlights as Notre Dame, Eiffel Tower, Montmartre, Champs-Elysees, the Opera House and more. The afternoon you are free to visit one of the many famous art museums at your leisure.
Days 3- and 4 — PARIS
You have two full days at your disposal to explore Paris on your own or choose from a variety of optional tours and excursions such as a cruise on the Seine River, Versailles, Giverny, Fontainbleau, Chartres, Champagne country or Chateaux country.
Day 5 — PARIS to ROME
You will be picked up at your hotel and transferred by private car to the Paris airport in time to board your flight to Rome (airfare not included in package). Upon arrival to Rome you will be met and transferred by private car to your hotel in the heart of the historical center of Rome. The remainder of the afternoon and evening are at your leisure to begin and explore on your own.
Day 6 — ROME
This morning join a walking tour of the famous Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel and Saint Peter’s Basilica. You’ll skip the lines outside and maximize your time inside to marvel at these sites as these treasures unfold for you. The afternoon is at your leisure to have lunch, shop, visit ancient Roman monuments or relax at a café enjoying a cappuccino.
Day 7 — ROME
This morning is at your leisure to explore on your own. This afternoon join a walking tour of the Coliseum, the Palatine and the Roman Forum. You’ll skip the lines with your pre-reserved tickets. This evening you may optionally choose a Rome by Night Illuminated motor coach tour and see the famous monuments majestically lite (supplement applies
Day 8 — ROME
You will be transferred by private car to the Rome airport in time to catch your flight home.
Pricing
November 15, 2024 – March 15, 2025
Prices starting at $2,499.00* per person based on double or triple occupancy
March 16 – November 14, 2025
Prices starting at $3,599.00* per person based on double or triple occupancy
Includes
- Private airport transfers from Paris airport to city and from Rome city to Rome airport
- 7 nights’ accommodations in 4* first class hotels (4 in Paris; 3 in Rome)
- Half day sightseeing tour of Paris by scheduled services
- Two half day sightseeing tours of Rome by scheduled services
- Breakfast daily at the hotels
*Holidays and special events may affect rates