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Tour Code: 5160
Tour Length: 19 days
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THE BEST OF EUROPE
Overview Click map for larger sizeThis classic tour of Western Europe includes the must-see cities and sights and is a Cosmos favorite. Begin in London with time to see the major landmarks, then ferry across the Channel and board a motorcoach for Amsterdam. Travel along the banks of the legendary Rhine River to Germany and stop in Heidelberg before crossing into Switzerland. In Lucerne, marvel at the medieval wooden bridge and famous Lion Monument. Drive through the St. Gotthard Tunnel to the shores of Lake Lugano, then continue to Verona and see Juliet's balcony. In Venice, enjoy a canal boat ride to St. Mark's Square and see landmarks like the Bridge of Sighs, Doges" Palace, and the Basilica. Deeper into Italy, visit Assisi and St. Francis" Basilica, then head for Rome. Among the highlights of the "Eternal City" are a visit to the Colosseum and the Roman Forum. South to the archaeological site of Pompeii, destroyed in 79 A.D. by the volcanic eruption of Mount Vesuvius. Enjoy two overnights in Sorrento, a boat trip to the glamorous island of Capri, time in Tuscany and Florence, and a stop in Pisa to see the Leaning Tower. Finally, cross into France for a taste of the Provence, continue to the alpine town of Grenoble for an overnight, and stop in Burgundy's Beaune on the way to Paris, the "City of Light." City Highlights
Visits to Heidelberg, Lucerne, Lugano, Verona, Assisi, Sorrento, Capri, Pisa, Grenoble, Beaune |
