Rome at sunset
17-day signature journey

Grand Europe Explorer

Travel from Rome to Amsterdam through six remarkable countries—combining sacred landmarks, Alpine landscapes, legendary cities, island escapes and canal-side culture.

16 nights · 17 days6 countriesRome → AmsterdamFamily friendly
Stop 1Italy
Stop 2Switzerland
Stop 3Germany
Stop 4France
Stop 5Belgium
Stop 6Netherlands
Tour overview

One journey, many sides of Europe

Begin among Rome’s ancient and sacred landmarks, continue through Italy’s Renaissance cities and waterways, cross the Swiss Alps, experience the Black Forest and Paris, then finish among Belgium’s grand squares and Amsterdam’s canals.

Culture & heritage

Rome, Vatican City, Florence, Paris and Brussels.

Alpine scenery

Jungfraujoch, Interlaken, Lucerne and Mount Pilatus.

Water experiences

Capri, Venice, the Seine and Amsterdam canals.

Regional flavours

Chocolate, Belgian waffles and memorable local tastes.

Rome PantheonLucerne Chapel BridgeBrussels Grand Place
Journey highlights

Europe in six unforgettable chapters

A curated visual preview of the cities, landscapes and landmarks that shape this grand route.

Complete itinerary

Seventeen days, naturally connected

No separate day-navigation bar—just a clear, immersive journey that flows from the first arrival in Rome to the final airport transfer in Amsterdam.

Rome
ItalyRome
Day 01Evening stay in Rome, Italy

Arrival and religious Rome

Receive the group from the airport and begin the tour with important Christian landmarks in Rome.

  • Airport reception
  • St Paul’s Basilica
  • Tre Fontane
  • San Giovanni Holy Steps
  • St John Lateran Basilica
  • Basilica of the Holy Cross in Jerusalem
Capri & Amalfi
ItalyCapri & Amalfi
Day 02Evening stay in Rome, Italy

Capri Island and Amalfi Coast

Enjoy a full island experience and discover the spectacular coastal beauty of southern Italy.

  • Capri Island visit
  • Island sightseeing tour
  • Amalfi Coast experience
Rome
ItalyRome
Day 03Evening stay in Rome, Italy

Ancient Rome and Vatican landmarks

Explore the monuments of ancient Rome together with important basilicas, squares and fountains.

  • Colosseum, Roman Forum and Palatine Hill
  • St Peter’s Basilica
  • Pantheon
  • Santa Maria Maggiore Basilica
  • Piazza Venezia and Trevi Fountain
Florence
ItalyFlorence
Day 04Evening stay in Florence, Italy

Florence city tour

Travel from Rome to Florence and discover its Renaissance architecture and panoramic viewpoints.

  • Travel to Florence
  • Piazzale Michelangelo
  • Duomo Basilica
  • Ponte Vecchio, the Old Bridge
Pisa & Padova
ItalyPisa & Padova
Day 05Evening stay in Venice, Italy

Pisa and Padova

Visit the Leaning Tower of Pisa before continuing to Padova and Venice.

  • Leaning Tower of Pisa
  • St Anthony’s Basilica in Padova
  • Travel to Venice
Venice
ItalyVenice
Day 06Evening stay in Venice, Italy

Venice city experience

Discover Venice’s canals, historic square and glass-making tradition.

  • Venice boating
  • St Mark’s Square
  • Gondola ride
  • Murano glass factory
Lucerne Route
SwitzerlandLucerne Route
Day 07Evening stay in Lucerne, Switzerland

Scenic journey to Lucerne

Travel from Italy to Switzerland using one of two spectacular Alpine route options.

    Option 1 Visit Verzasca Dam, famous as a James Bond filming location, followed by a scenic Alps route drive.
    Interlaken
    SwitzerlandInterlaken
    Day 08Evening stay in Interlaken, Switzerland

    Switzerland’s Alpine villages

    Witness the natural beauty of Switzerland through its famous mountain villages and valleys.

    • Interlaken
    • Grindelwald
    • Lauterbrunnen
    Jungfraujoch
    SwitzerlandJungfraujoch
    Day 09Evening stay in Lucerne, Switzerland

    Jungfraujoch — Top of Europe

    Visit one of Switzerland’s most famous mountain destinations and enjoy snow, glaciers and dramatic Alpine views.

    • Jungfraujoch mountain peak
    • Top of Europe experience
    Lucerne
    SwitzerlandLucerne
    Day 10Evening stay in Lucerne, Switzerland

    Mount Pilatus and Lucerne

    Explore Mount Pilatus and the historic lakeside attractions of Lucerne.

    • Mount Pilatus, approximately 7,000 feet above sea level
    • Chapel Bridge
    • Lion Monument
    • Lucerne city exploration
    Zurich
    SwitzerlandZurich
    Day 11Evening stay in Zurich, Switzerland

    Zurich and Lindt Chocolate

    Discover Zurich’s historic centre and enjoy a Swiss chocolate experience.

    • Lindt Chocolate Factory
    • Lindenhof Hill
    • Grossmünster Church
    Titisee
    GermanyTitisee
    Day 12Evening stay in Titisee, Germany

    Black Forest and Titisee

    Travel to Germany and experience the beautiful Black Forest region.

    • Travel to Titisee
    • Black Forest visit
    • Traditional cuckoo clock factory
    Paris
    FranceParis
    Day 13Evening stay in Paris, France

    Travel to Paris and Seine cruise

    Continue to Paris and enjoy a relaxing evening cruise along the Seine River.

    • Travel to Paris
    • Seine River cruise
    Paris
    FranceParis
    Day 14Evening stay in Paris, France

    Paris city tour

    Explore Paris’s most iconic landmarks, churches, art attractions and historic districts.

    • Eiffel Tower
    • Notre-Dame Cathedral area
    • Russian Orthodox Church
    • Louvre area
    • Seine River cruise
    • Montmartre and Sacré-Cœur
    Brussels
    BelgiumBrussels
    Day 15Evening stay in Belgium

    Brussels highlights and flavours

    Travel to Belgium and discover famous landmarks together with traditional Belgian foods and chocolate.

    • Grand Place
    • Atomium
    • Royal Palace
    • Belgian waffles and fries
    • Chocolate tasting
    Amsterdam
    Belgium to NetherlandsAmsterdam
    Day 16Evening stay in Amsterdam, Netherlands

    Belgium exploration and Amsterdam

    Continue exploring Belgium before travelling to the Netherlands.

    • Belfry Tower
    • Belgian canals
    • Markt Square
    • Travel to Amsterdam
    Amsterdam
    NetherlandsAmsterdam
    Day 17Evening transfer to Amsterdam Airport

    Amsterdam exploration and departure

    Complete the tour with Amsterdam’s canals, museums, parks and neighbourhoods before the airport transfer.

    • Amsterdam canal cruise
    • Red Light District area
    • Amsterdam windmill tour
    • Van Gogh Museum
    • Vondelpark
    • Jordaan district
    Plan your departure

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