Essential Europe with London 2025
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Tour Itinerary
Basilicas, boutiques, and bistros. Cathedrals, canals, and cafés. Peaks, pasta, and pastries. This tour of Essential Europe goes beyond the “must-sees” to include the “must-dos,” the “must-discovers,” and the “must-devours.” As you travel and taste your way through Italy, Switzerland, and France, you’ll delightfully take a big bite out of your bucket list. The rolling Tuscan hills, the soaring Swiss Alps, plus mind-boggling mounds of Italian gelato, Swiss chocolate, and French éclairs are all awaiting from Rome to Paris on this delectable tour of Europe’s most popular destinations. Cruising through Europe’s breathtaking scenery, captivating architecture, and greatest chapters of history has never been easier as you motor by private water taxi through the Grand Canal of Venice, ride an elevator to the courtyard of a medieval Swiss castle, and board a high-speed train for a scenic journey through the French countryside from Basel to Paris.Hungry for more of Europe’s essentials? Board the high-speed Eurostar Train to London for fish ’n chips, bangers and mash, and a heaping serving of art, architecture, and fascinating history. When you add a 2-day London extension to your tour of Europe, we’ll also serve up guided sightseeing and plenty of optional excursions to make the most of your visit.
England , France , Italy , Switzerland
Basel , Bellinzona , Florence , London , Lucerne , Paris , Rome , Tuscany , Venice , Versailles
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Day 1
ARRIVE IN ROME, ITALYWelcome to Rome! At 5 pm, meet your Tour Director and travel companions for a welcome dinner at a local restaurant. (D)ROME-SKYLINE.jpg
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Day 2
ROMEWhen in Rome ROME Guided sightseeing includes the Vatican Museums, the Sistine Chapel, St. Peter’s Square and Basilica, and the Colosseum. Free afternoon.* (B)* For operational reasons, schedule changes for the Rome program cannot be excluded. TOUR HIGHLIGHTLEGENDARY LIVES Stand in awe and wonder amid one of mankind’s greatest artistic achievements in the Sistine Chapel. Hear how in 1508, a young Michelangelo was commissioned by Pope Julius II to decorate the chapel’s ceiling – a request not welcomed by the 33-year-old sculptor. Michelangelo’s 4-year project was indeed one of physical pain and psychological distress, while painting from scaffolds high above the sanctuary floor. Nevertheless, he created what is considered the most famous ceiling in the world, depicting the Creation of Adam in striking fresco style.ROME-COLOSSEUM.jpg
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Day 3
ROME–FLORENCEFine Art in Firenze FLORENCE Guided sightseeing includes Michelangelo’s masterpiece, David, at the Academy of Fine Arts. See Giotto’s Bell Tower, the Baptistry’s heavy bronze Gates of Paradise, and Signoria Square. Free time to browse. (B) 174 mi / 280 kmTOUR HIGHLIGHTART & ARCHITECTURE Those lucky enough to visit the Tuscan capital are witness to some of the world’s most magnificent art Home to a wealth of Rennaissance masterpieces, Florence is famous for Michelangelo’s Marble Masterpiece, David, standing ready for battle in the Academy of Fine Arts. Outside, the Piazza del Duomo and Signoria Square offer spectacular sights of Florentine Gothic and Renaissance art, architecture, and monuments.FLORENCE-DUOMO-THROUGH-WINDOW.jpg
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Day 4
FLORENCE–VENICEBenvenuti a Venezia VENICE Take a private boat ride, followed by an orientation walk, including, St. Mark’s Square, the Bridge of Sighs, and a glassblowing demonstration. Free time to browse before [LF] dinner at a local restaurant followed by a private water-taxi ride through the Grand Canal. (B,D) 174 mi / 280 kmLOCAL FAVORITELOCAL TASTES Indulge in the tastes and traditions of true Italian cuisine in the home of seafood, pasta, and wine in Venice. A cruise on the Grand Canal is the perfect grand finale! Buon appetito!VENICE-GONDOLA.jpg
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Day 5
VENICE–BELLINZONA, SWITZERLAND–LUCERNESpectacular Switzerland BELLINZONA [LF] Take the elevator to the Courtyard of Castelgrande and enjoy a light lunch with local specialties and Merlot wine for which the Ticino area is famous. Scenic drive through the Swiss Alps and St. Gotthard en route to Lucerne. (B,L) 342 mi / 550 kmLOCAL FAVORITE HISTORIC SPOTS Ride the elevator to the Courtyard of Castelgrande, high on the hills above Bellinzona. Part of the fortification dates back to the Middle Ages and it is today a UNESCO World Heritage site. Enjoy spectacular panoramic views and try out local specialties and the delicious Merlot wine for which the area is famous.BELLINZONA.jpg
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Day 6
LUCERNESweet Sights of Switzerland LUCERNE Walking tour includes the Lion Monument and the Chapel Bridge. Free time this afternoon and evening. (B)TOUR HIGHLIGHTPICTURE PERFECT Serenity is found in a gaze across the stunning panoramas of the Swiss Alps above the lovely city of Lucerne. Spend time at leisure with a stroll through its magnificent medieval architecture and peaceful alpine lake.LUCERNE-BRIDGE.jpg
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Day 7
LUCERNE–BASEL–PARIS, FRANCEFrench Connection BASEL Board the high-speed TGV train to Paris. Free time this afternoon and evening. (B) 404 mi / 650 kmTOUR HIGHLIGHT PICTURE PERFECT Gliding across the French countryside at warp speed is an experience to write home about. Pass by the rows of vineyards on your way from Basel to Paris and get in the mood for the wine and song awaiting in the City of Light. PARIS-TGV-TRAIN.jpg
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Day 8
PARISC’est Magnifique in the City of Light PARIS Free time this morning. Guided sightseeing this afternoon includes orientation drive and Seine River cruise. Dinner at a local restaurant. (B,D)TOUR HIGHLIGHTCITY SIGHTS As the song goes, we love Paris in the springtime; we love Paris in the fall - but no matter the season, we fall in love anytime we visit the most romantic city in the world. From the tranquility of the Seine River to the tempting treats in a corner café, your hearts are set on sharing France’s captivating City of Light any time you please. PARIS-EIFFEL-TOWER.jpg
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Day 9
PARIS–LONDON, ENGLANDJust in Time for Tea PARIS Travel by high-speed Eurostar Train to London, arriving in the afternoon. 305 mi / 492 km (B)TOUR HIGHLIGHTEPIC RIDE Take the fast train to London on the Eurostar - the only high-speed rail directly linking the UK to France. Since 1994, passengers have been whisked through the longest section of underwater tunnel in the world in comfort with speeds up to 200 mph.LONDON-BIG-BEN.jpg
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Day 10
LONDONLondon’s Calling LONDON Guided sightseeing includes St. Paul’s Cathedral. (B)TOUR HIGHLIGHTHISTORIC SPOTS England’s national treasure of St. Paul’s Cathedral is home to a spectacular array of art – from delicate carvings to gilded dome murals and modern works of art. As the seat of the Bishop of London, the cathedral serves as the mother church of the Diocese of London, where notable remembrances have been served here, including Queen Victoria’s jubilee, birthdays of Queen Elizabeth II, and funerals of luminaries like Winston Churchill and Margaret Thatcher.LONDON-PHONE-BOOTH.jpg
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Day 11
LONDONSafe travels until we meet again! Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning. (B)LONDON-TEAPOT.jpg
Meals: Breakfast
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For operational reasons, schedule changes for the Rome program cannot be excluded.
For operational reasons, changes to the Paris program cannot be excluded.
Services of the Tour Director end on Day 9 . London portion includes services of a local host.
Full buffet breakfast daily; 1 light lunch; 3 three-course dinners
Globus offers Small-Group Discoveries on select Europe dates. A Small-Group Discovery is limited to an average of just 24 guests per departure. There’s always room to roam with extra space between you and other travelers—while still getting up close and personal to the experiences you’ve been dreaming of. Small-Group Discoveries include all the features of a traditional Globus Europe escorted tour, complete with expert Tour Director, Driver, and Local Guides who ensure that your health and safety is our top priority. A Small-Group Discovery trip is the perfectly sized European tour—without the crowds.
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Via Domenico Chelini, 41
Rome , Italy
Via Pisana 59
Florence , Italy
Via Ca Marcello 6
Mestre - Venezia , Italy
Pilatusstrasse 29
Lucerne , Switzerland
74, Rue Amelot
Paris , France
6 Hercules Road
London , United Kingdom
200 Westminster Bridge
London , United Kingdom
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We booked Essential Europe with London. Overall the tour was nice. Although, there were a few times the experiences fell short of what you’d expect from Globus and for the price you’ve paid. For a couple of our optional dinners (Tuscan Dinner and Swiss Folklore) we had to leave early before the entertainment/show was complete. In Tuscany we were told it was due to the coach restrictions in the city. Although after being dropped-off at the hotel and taking a walk by the river, I returned to the hotel seeing other coaches dropping off people at the hotel well after we were dropped off. For the Swiss Folklore Dinner, we walked to and from the venue, so I’m not sure why we had to leave early. It’s disappointing and I feel a bit rude to leave a show early, especially when we paid extra to attend. With the London part of the trip, there was nothing in the Globus itinerary or trip description that explained that we would not have a tour director nor explained that the tour director would not be traveling with us to London. Additionally, there was NOTHING, in the documentation that mentioned that we, travelers, would be responsible for transporting our own baggage from the hotel on to the train to London. When booking this trip, we signed-up for portage and baggage transport. None of us traveling to London knew that we wouldn’t have a tour director with us and had to manage our own baggage through the train station and on the train. Our tour director for the prior portion of the trip provided guidance, but it was not the VIP experience you’d expect from Globus and at this price range. We were left on our own and it was nerve-wracking to rush to ensure you got a luggage space on the train with all of the other travelers along with their baggage. When we got to London, we didn’t get an assigned tour director either. We just received times to join our excursions and were merged with other groups. No audio guides/Whispers were used, which made it difficult to follow the group lead in all of the crowds. You meet the group lead for 2 seconds while you get on the coach and are in a group of 40-40 people, who you don’t recognize but need to stay together when at a tourist site with so many other groups.
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Some of the hotel accommodations were outdated and not centrally located. We also had problems with air conditioning in 2 hotels.