Parades to Piazzas 2011 - 2012

Itinerary

Day 1 London to Paris, France (option to join in Paris)

We cross the English Channel and head for magical Paris, where this evening we take in all the splendour on a City Lights tour. The Arc de Triomphe, Place de la Concorde and of course the Eiffel Tower await us!

Day 2 Paris

A free day to explore! An optional ‘Fat Tire’ bike ride is a fantastic way to see some of Paris’ sights. In the evening we enjoy a delicious included dinner, followed by an optional visit to a cabaret show or a cruise on the River Seine. (B,D)

Day 3 Paris to Swiss Alps, Switzerland

We make for spectacular Switzerland, a country so scenic it makes picture postcards spring to life. Take in the majestic Swiss Alps and the pristine waters of Lake Lucerne as we make our way to our accommodation. (B,D)

Day 4 Swiss Alps

Enjoy a day in Lucerne, a traditional Swiss town full of great architecture, fantastic shopping and tasty cuisine. A walking tour takes in the ancient Chapel Bridge and the poignantly beautiful Lion Monument. (B,D)

Day 5 Swiss Alps to Florence, Italy.

Onwards to Italy! We make our way to the grand city of Florence, birthplace of the Italian Renaissance and known as an ‘outdoor museum’. (B,D)

Day 6 Florence to Rome

This morning we enjoy a tour of Florence with a local guide. Ponte Vecchio, Santa Croce and spectacular the Duomo are all to be seen before we depart for the ‘Eternal City’, Rome! Our walking tour visits the Colosseum, Spanish Steps, Trevi Fountain, Pantheon and more. (B)

Day 7 Rome

This morning we visit Vatican City, home of the Catholic faith. An optional guided tour takes in the Vatican Museums and the incredible Sistine Chapel. The rest of the day is free to enjoy Italy’s grand capital. (B)

Day 8 Rome

Our trip finishes this morning after breakfast, when it’s time to say a fond farewell to our Topdeck travelling companions. (B)

Please note that this trip forms part of the Winter Wonder trip, days 1 - 8.