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25-day Fly & Tour Holiday London to Rome via Barcelona, through classical French towns, the Swiss Alps, and onto Italy’s timeless beauty from Lake Como to the Amalfi Coast.
Book By 30 September 2025
25-day Fly & Tour Holiday London to Rome via Barcelona, through classical French towns, the Swiss Alps, and onto Italy’s timeless beauty from Lake Como to the Amalfi Coast.
Return international flights to London and returning from Rome with a full-service airline
Embark on an enthralling tour of Western Europe from London to Rome via Barcelona, exploring the French wonders of Paris, Normandy, Tours, Bordeaux, and Carcassonne. Begin with iconic sights in London, then cross the English Channel to Paris for a driving tour of its famous landmarks. Discover the historic charm of Normandy and the stunning Château de Chambord in Tours. Savour the rich heritage and gastronomy of Bordeaux and wander through the medieval streets of Carcassonne. Finally, cross into Spain to experience the vibrant culture and architectural marvels of Barcelona. Discover the expansive beauty of Provence, the awe-inspiring Swiss Alps, the serene charm of Italy’s Lake Como, and the splendour of the Amalfi Coast. Marvel at the iconic Leaning Tower of Pisa, wander through Tuscany’s rolling vineyards, and catch a glimpse of life in ancient Rome on a tour of Pompeii. These are just a few extraordinary experiences that await you on this guided tour perfectly packaged with flights, hand-selected accommodation, deluxe coach transportation and more.
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Tour Highlights
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Welcome to England. Upon arrival, make your own way to the hotel and check in. Your Tour Leader will be at the hotel to assist at a certain arrival time window.
Note: Depending on flight schedules, you may depart Australia on the day prior.
Today join your Tour Leader and group for an orientation tour of London. Start in the Royal Borough of Greenwich, a UNESCO-listed area known for its maritime history, the Cutty Sark, and the Prime Meridian. Then, continue to Westminster, where you’ll see iconic landmarks like the Houses of Parliament, Big Ben, and Westminster Abbey. Meet up with your fellow travellers in the evening for a group dinner at a traditional local pub.
Meals included: Breakfast & Dinner
Depart London after breakfast this morning and cross the English Channel en route to Paris, ‘The City of Lights and Love’. Enjoy lunch in the historic port city of Calais (at your own expense). Conclude the evening with a driving tour of Paris, passing many of the city’s most treasured landmarks, including the Eiffel Tower, Notre Dame and the Arc de Triomphe.
Meals included: Breakfast
Enjoy a full day in Paris today, free to explore however you choose. Follow the Seine River from neighbourhood to neighbourhood as it flows through the heart of the city at your own leisure. Alternatively, choose an optional river cruise (at your own expense) to float past the grandeur of the Louvre and Grand Palais, and catch a glimpse of the Notre Dame Cathedral and epic Eiffel Tower. Famous architecture and legendary landmarks are scattered throughout the compact city, along with elegant shops and sophisticated cafes. Your Tour Leader will enlighten you with local knowledge on how best to spend your time, including recommendations of special places to eat and drink.
Meals included: Breakfast
After breakfast, travel north to Normandy and the seaside resort of Arromanches-les-Bains, linked inextricably with the liberation of western Europe following D-Day. Despite all its sombre reminders of World War II, Arromanches exudes charm with sandy beaches, cliff walks, and D-Day dedicated museums. Then, visit Longues-sur-Mer battery for a photo stop, a key site of the Normandy D-Day Landing Beaches offering a well-preserved look at Germany’s Atlantic Wall defences. Tonight, dinner is included at a local restaurant.
Meals included: Breakfast & Dinner
Today, we make our way south to Tours. On the way, stop at the charming town of Blois for lunch (at your own expense). Then, immerse yourself in the beauty and history of Château de Chambord (entrance is included). Chambord is the largest and most extravagant castle in the Loire Valley, a true masterpiece of French Renaissance architecture. Designed by Leonardo da Vinci and built by King Francis I in the 16th century, the UNESCO listed castle features a unique double helix staircase and is a symbol of royal grandeur.
Meals included: Breakfast
After a restful night in Tours, wake up refreshed and ready to explore the charming city on your free day or join an optional excursion at your own expense. Tours is the great capital of the Loire Valley, its old quarters, which take visitors on a wonderful journey back in time. Explore the narrow-cobbled streets, half-timbered French houses and the stone façade of the monumental Saint-Gatien Cathedral, which give the city a charming medieval air. A visit to Tours is not complete without sampling its many gourmet bistros; you should taste the nougat of Tours or the “poires tapées” (dried pears) – genuinely unique!
Meals included: Breakfast
Enjoy breakfast, then we will make our way towards Bordeaux, in the south-west of France. Along the way we visit the enchanting city of Cognac, home to one of the world’s most renowned distilled Brandys. Stunningly well-preserved, the streets of Cognac are dripping with history among the charming medieval architecture and centuries-old royal buildings. Then, soak up the jaw-dropping sights of Bordeaux on a Tour Leader led city tour. The wine capital of the world, Bordeaux is a bundle of joy, tickling the fancy of history buffs, art lovers, and wine connoisseurs alike.
Meals included: Breakfast
Enjoy a free day in Bordeaux or join an optional excursion at your own expense. There’s a lot more to Bordeaux beyond the vineyards. It is a vibrant, bustling city with 347 UNESCO listed buildings that span history over 2000 years. Situated along the Garonne River, Bordeaux feels almost like a mini version of Paris, offering an intoxicating mix of rich historical heritage and modernity, famed for its vineyards, gastronomy, and unique art de vivre.
Meals included: Breakfast
Depart Bordeaux and travel south-east across France to Carcassonne. Arriving in Carcassonne, your Tour Leader will give you an orientation tour of the city. A UNESCO listed medieval fortress city, Carcassonne is one of the most exquisitely preserved walled towns in Europe. Its medieval charm, winding streets and impressive fortifications will transport you back in time.
Meals included: Breakfast
Today, we farewell France and travel across the border into Spain. Our first stop will be Figueres, situated on the Costa Brava, this town has deep Catalan roots and is known as the home of Salvador Dali. After our stop in Figueres, our journey continues to Barcelona, the cradle of Catalan culture and mecca of Gaudi modernism. A driving tour of the city passing by Sagrada Familia, Port Vell and Columbus Monument is a preview of the attractions waiting to be discovered on your free day tomorrow. Conclude the evening with a dinner in a local restaurant.
Meals included: Breakfast & Dinner
Go out and explore on your free day in Barcelona. Consider a visit to the Gothic Quarter and lose yourself among the Roman and medieval alleyways. Stroll down La Rambla and see the terraces, street artists, florists and kiosks spread out along the road and follow it all the way to the Colombus Monument. No visit to Barcelona would be complete without taking in the work of Gaudi. You have so many choices from the iconic Basilica of La Sagrada Familia to Park Güell or take the cable car to Montjuïc mountain for spectacular views of the city.
Meals included: Breakfast
After enjoying breakfast in Barcelona, we head north and return to France. Our first stop will be Montpellier, a vibrant city in southern France renowned for its medieval alleys, beautiful squares, elegant art and lively cultural scene at every turn. Tonight, enjoy dinner at a local restaurant and recall all the amazing experiences of the day.
Meals included: Breakfast & Dinner
Your time in the exquisite Provence region begins in Avignon where the grand Papal Palace, Palais des Papes, served as the centre of the Catholic universe in the 14th century. Avignon is brimming with charm and important landmarks as the city occupies the left bank of the enchanting Rhone River. Head to Lyon, famed for its culinary delights, for an overnight stay in the renowned gastronomic capital of France.
Meals included: Breakfast
Prepare for a change of scenery as you embark on a stunning scenic drive to Switzerland with a photo stop at Lake Geneva, one of the most picturesque expanses of water in Europe. Be dazzled by the shimmering waters amid a dramatic backdrop of glorious mountains. Take in the breathtaking scenery, alpine forests and beautiful lakes abound this gorgeous region where you will stay in the Alps over the next two nights.
Meals included: Breakfast
Enjoy a full day of free time in Switzerland’s stunning Alps, soaking up the serenity of this incredible mountain region surrounded by snowcapped summits and lush valleys. Choose to spend your free day wandering and breathing in the crisp air of the alpine towns on your own accord. Alternatively, join our specially selected optional excursions (at your own expense).
Meals included: Breakfast
After breakfast, you will head to one of the most treasured places in Italy, Lake Como. This massive expanse of water is flanked by the Italian Alps. The lake has long been the chosen location for travellers wanting a luxurious retreat amid stunning geography where quaint towns and villages are dotted throughout this idyllic ‘Y’-shaped body of water. You will have free time for lunch at this beautiful location, before you embark on a driving tour of Milan, the capital of uber-chic fashion.
Meals included: Breakfast
Saying farewell to stylish Milan, you will trek south to Florence, where Michelangelo’s David lures the masses to the Accademia Gallery. The capital of the vast Tuscany region, Florence is a rich tapestry of cathedrals, striking gothic architecture and galleries. You will have the opportunity to join specially selected optional excursions (at your own expense) before heading to Pisa, where you will see the Leaning Tower of Pisa from a distance.
Meals included: Breakfast
After enjoying breakfast in Tuscany, you will have the opportunity to taste Italian wines from this region. Your journey continues to the heart of Umbria, Assisi, famous as the birthplace of Saint Francis of Assisi. This is where you can see the Basilica di San Francesco that is now a UNESCO World Heritage site and holds vast significance in the Christian world. After an included dinner, your overnight stop in Assisi will recharge you for a journey to one of the most stunning stretches of coast in Italy, the Amalfi Coast.
Meals included: Breakfast & Dinner
Today, your tour heads to central Italy where you will marvel at the Abbey of Monte Cassino, one of Italy’s most historically significant sites. Monte Cassino, perched atop a hill in the Lazio region overlooking the stunning Liri Valley, was the scene of one of the fiercest battles of World War II. Visit the World War II ANZAC cemeteries in the afternoon before travelling to the beautiful Amalfi Coast/Salerno region for a two-night stay.
Meals included: Breakfast
After breakfast, you have a free day to explore the Amalfi Coast/Salerno region that blends stunning topography with cool Greek/Roman culture. Alternatively, there are some delightful optional excursions available to join at your own expense.
Meals included: Breakfast
Travel to Pompeii to explore this extraordinary Roman city buried by the eruption of Mount Vesuvius. Here you can discover some of the remarkable architecture and learn how the people of Pompeii lived. Pompeii covers a large area and offers an incredible window of what life was like during a time of the Roman Empire. You will then travel to fascinating Rome for dinner.
Meals included: Breakfast & Dinner
This morning, join a walking tour exploring the major sites of Rome. The Eternal City is a treasure trove of history, culture, and architectural marvels. As you wander through its ancient streets, you’ll encounter a blend of iconic landmarks and hidden gems. Optional excursions are available to enhance your experience at your own expense.
Meals included: Breakfast
Farewell your group and make your own way to the airport for your departure from Rome.
Note: Depending on flight schedules, you are likely to arrive in Australia on the next day.
Meals included: Breakfast
13 Day / 12 Night Eastern Europe Explorer Rome to London Extension
Add on an extension to your holiday that unveils the beauty and history of Eastern Europe’s most captivating cities. Begin by exploring the romantic canals of Venice before journeying east to uncover the breathtaking landscapes of Slovenia, Slovakia and the Czech Republic.
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Highlights
2026 Departures from $2490pp*
Single Supplement from $1300pp applies for solo occupancy.*
Packaged tour extensions must be booked before departure or before flights are issued. The program is subject to availability and requires minimum numbers.*
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Price based on departing from Melbourne, Perth, Sydney
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What to Expect On Tour
Pace
The pace of this tour is medium-fast. The on-the-go nature of multi-country travel rewards you with maximum sightseeing opportunities and involves early starts and long travel days. Scheduled free days allow some downtime, or alternatively, you have the flexibility to explore further and book optional programs directly with the Tour Leader.
Fitness
A medium level of fitness and mobility is required. This tour involves a good amount of walking on some days and is not suitable for passengers that require mobility assistance, wheelchairs, scooters or walking aids.
Coach
Our elegant coaches are equipped with safety belts, reclining seats, air conditioning, onboard toilets, huge windows and plenty of legroom to ensure that your tour is a pleasure from the moment you set foot on the coach.
Tour Leader
Your Tour Leader will be experienced, friendly and passionate to share each destination with you. They will be on hand to offer suggestions for extra activities, local dining options, and more.
Accommodation
While you will not spend much time in the hotels, each has been carefully selected to suit the size and needs of the group. They may not be centrally located, but are typically near public transport options, and your friendly driver will provide a helpful orientation tour on arrival into many of the cities you visit. Our accommodation is a range of styles, including hotels, resorts, and lodges, generally of a quality 3-star or higher local rating. Hotels are subject to change and a confirmed list will be provided on your final documentation.
A single supplement from $3000*pp is payable in addition to the twin share price for solo occupancy.
Important Information
Exclusions
Airport transfers, meals not stated, drinks on meals, optional programs, visas, UK Electronic Travel Authorisation (approx. GBP10 per person), travel insurance (strongly recommended), tipping, porterage, personal expenses and anything not explicitly specified are at your own expense.
Payment
A first deposit from $499 per person is required to secure your booking. A second deposit (partial payment) is due 10 months before departure – the amount to be advised at the time of booking. The final balance will be due 5 months before departure. Full payment is due at the time of booking for departures within 5 months.
Triple Share
Triple share is not available.
Extra Accommodation
Extend your stay with pre-accommodation in London or post-accommodation in Rome for one or two nights at the same hotel as the main tour, inclusive of breakfast, starting from $400 per room per night, subject to availability. Transfers are not included. The maximum stay is 2 nights and must be requested at least 60 days prior to departure. Standard tour amendment and cancellation fees apply to pre- and post-tour accommodation bookings.
Child
This tour is best enjoyed by adult travellers and is generally not suitable for children under 10 years of age. Children 10 years and above are subject to the adult price and must be accompanied by an adult.
Price
Surcharges may apply for select travel periods and departure cities. Prices are correct at time of publication and are subject to availability, change, cancellation or withdrawal without notice. All prices are in Australian dollars per person twin share unless stated otherwise.
Change & Cancellation Fees
Changes for any reason will incur a fee of $110 per person per change in addition to any travel service provider fees. Cancellation for any reason will incur a fee of $550 per person in addition to any travel service provider fees. Travel service provider fees for the tour and air components of the package are dependent on the date of the change or cancellation as follows:
Airfares are generally non-refundable but any refundable ticket taxes will be returned. Full details of the change and cancellation fees is outlined in the Terms & Conditions available on our website.
Deviation
Any request to deviate from the original dates or routing, including early arrival and stay behind, is subject to a flight deviation fee from $150 per person plus applicable airfare and tax difference.
Passport
For international travel, each customer must provide a copy of the passport photo page at the time of booking. It is the responsibility of the customer to ensure all names are full names exactly matched to the passport with six months validity beyond trip completion. The customer is liable for all fees due to incorrect names, invalid passport information and expired passports.
Visa
Australian passport holders typically do not require a visa to Europe for tourism less than 90 days. Eligible Australian passport holders must obtain a UK Electronic Travel Authorisation (approx.GBP10 per person at your own expense) if travelling to or transiting through the UK. Other passport holders may require a visa. It is your responsibility to check and satisfy all entry and exit requirements. You are liable for application fees and any costs associated with the failure to meet the entry and exit conditions. This advice is correct at the time of publication and is subject to change. This advice is correct at the time of publication and is subject to change. For the latest updates, visit Smartraveller.
Pace
The pace of this tour is medium-fast. The on-the-go nature of multi-country travel rewards you with maximum sightseeing opportunities but involves early starts and long travel days. One to two nights at each destination is standard. Scheduled free days allow some downtime, or alternatively, you have the flexibility to explore further and book optional programs directly with the Tour Leader (at your own expense).
Fitness
A medium level of fitness and mobility is required. This tour requires a good amount of walking – occasionally up to 3 hours – to fully enjoy some attractions. Walking to and from hotels and restaurants is unavoidable. This tour is not suitable for passengers who require mobility assistance, wheelchairs, scooters or walking aids. Handicap facilities are not available onboard the coach or at accommodation properties. You are required to move about unassisted, including boarding and alighting vehicles and other forms of transportation, walking up and down flights of stairs, and navigating occasional uneven or steep terrain. You are required to carry your own bags to and from hotels, stations and terminals. You are required to keep pace with the group. For advice on whether this trip is suitable for you, you must disclose physical ailments and may be required to provide medical documentation at the time of booking.
Itinerary
The itinerary is carefully designed to give a real insight into the highlights, culture and beauty of each location on the tour. Each day will be different, with a combination of travel days, sightseeing and free time to explore or take a breather as you wish. The operating schedule and itinerary may be impacted without notice by adverse weather, seasonal factors, closures, local conditions, COVID-19 or other factors beyond our control including force majeure. If attractions are not available due to reasons beyond our control such as closures or adverse weather, alternatives will be provided where possible. The itinerary and its order, sightseeing and transportation may be adjusted as deemed appropriate by the operator for optimum safety, enjoyment and operation. Any reference to ‘optional’, ‘not included’ or ‘exclusions/excluded’ means at your own expense. Strict driving hours are implemented according to European Regulations of which have been worked into our planned itineraries.
Optional Programs
Optional programs must be booked directly with the guide and paid in the local currency. A list of optional programs will be provided on your final documentation or during the tour. Optional programs may require minimum numbers to operate and are subject to change without notice by adverse weather, seasonal factors, closures, local conditions, COVID-19 or other factors beyond our control.
Baggage
Each person is entitled to a strict maximum of one bag not exceeding 20kg on the coach tour, superseding any other baggage allowance. Excess baggage is not permitted. You are strongly encouraged to pack lightly. A light day bag or backpack is permitted on the coach. Porterage is not included and you are required to carry your own bags. Luggage and personal effects are your own risk and we hold no liability for lost or damaged belongings.
Meals
Please notify us at the time of booking of any medical dietary requirements and allergies. We will pass on your requirements but cannot guarantee that they can be met as certain choices may be limited or not catered for. You are encouraged to reconfirm requirements with your Tour Leader whilst on tour. Breakfast at hotels is typically continental buffet style cold dishes and basic hot dishes. Other included meals are typically chosen to complement the local experience.
Accommodation
A range of accommodation styles including hotels, resorts and lodges are carefully selected to suit the prevailing size of the group. The accommodation may not be located in the city or town centre but are typically chosen to be near public transport options. The suggested accommodation list is an indicative guide for the standard of accommodation and not necessarily representative of the location or property type. The actual accommodation list will differ, and the confirmed accommodation will be provided on your final documentation. The accommodation is typically local or self rated. All rooms are lead-in category or run of house unless otherwise specified. The standard check-in time is after 3pm and check-out is before 10am – actual times may vary.
Tipping
Tipping for guides and drivers is discretionary and strongly recommended as a gesture of appreciation for the service provided. It is customary to tip at least €5 (Euro) per person per day each for the Tour Leader and driver at the end of the tour.
Flights
The outbound flight may depart one day prior to day 1 shown on the itinerary. The inbound flight may arrive one day after the final day shown on the itinerary. Flights are booked approximately 8 to 10 months prior to departure. The flights included in your package are based on a specific predetermined airfare allowance. Should there be a significant increase in airfares, fuel levies, taxes or government fees at the time of booking flights, then an airfare supplement may be imposed. The flights team will discuss options with you prior to ticketing, should this situation arise. Flights may not operate daily or directly to your destination. No show of any flight sectors will result in the automatic cancellation of all onward flights by the airline.
Fuel
In the unlikely event of a significant increase in fuel costs levied by third-party air, land and cruise transportation operators before travel, a fuel supplement may be passed on to the customer.
Coach
Our elegant coaches are equipped with safety belts, reclining seats, air-conditioning, onboard toilets, huge windows and plenty of legroom to ensure that your tour is a pleasure from the moment you set foot on the coach and throughout your journey.
Group Size
You will meet like-minded travellers on tour and may even make lifelong friends. This holiday will proceed with a minimum group size of approximately 30 passengers and a maximum group size of approximately 48 passengers. If the trip does not operate, you will be offered a credit. Optional programs may require minimum numbers to operate.
Tour Leader
Your Tour Leader will be experienced, friendly and passionate to share each destination with you. They will be on hand to offer suggestions for extra activities, local dining options and more while you are on tour.
Transfers
Airport transfers are not included.
Breakaway
Customers must remain with the tour group at all times and must not leave the tour unless written approval is provided before departure.
Documentation
Final documentation will be emailed within two weeks of the tour commencement date, not factoring any pre-accommodation requests. For packages consisting of multiple tours, documentation will be emailed individually within two weeks of the tour commencement date of each respective tour.
Travel Insurance
Comprehensive travel insurance is not included and is strongly recommended. Ask our holiday experts for great coverage options.
Force Majeure
Force majeure means any natural disaster, accident, fire, act of God, act of war, terrorism, legally binding judgment, injunction, action of a court or other relevant authority, emergency, unplanned repairs, maintenance, strike, industrial dispute, work ban, blockade or picketing, travel ban, pandemic, epidemic or outbreak of infectious disease, or other event beyond our reasonable direct or indirect control. In case of force majeure or other extraordinary event that prevents safe travel, the supplier reserves the right to adjust, postpone or cancel the trip.
Product Code: MT-2181
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