AMSTERDAM Enjoy sightseeing in Amsterdam with a Local Guide pointing out the city
highlights, as you discover the city from water level on an included canal cruise. Then,
watch the cutting and polishing of precious stones at a diamond center. Time in the afternoon to explore on your own or join an optional excursion.

AMSTERDAM–RHINELAND, GERMANY Traveling through Germany, choose an included
scenic drive along the shores of the Rhine or, even more thrilling, the optional Rhine cruise
with vistas of hilltop castles, half-timbered wine villages, and terraced vineyards.
Today’s Distance: 336 mi/ 540 km

RHINELAND–INNSBRUCK AREA, AUSTRIA Drive through Baden-Württemberg to the foot
of the Alps to see King Ludwig’s magnificent Neuschwanstein castle, Germany’s fairytale
castle. Carry on into the verdant Austrian Tyrol for an overnight stay.
Today’s Distance: 249 mi/ 400 km

INNSBRUCK AREA–VENICE AREA, ITALY Cross the border into Italy to the unique floating
city of Venice. This afternoon’s orientation includes a boat ride to St. Mark’s Square,
followed by a visit to a traditional glassblowing workshop. “O sole mio!” sing the gondoliers
on an optional gondola ride along the legendary canals. Isn’t it romantic!
Today’s Distance: 242 mi/ 390 km

VENICE AREA–ASSISI–ROME An interesting drive southward, cutting across the Po Delta,
then through the gentle Umbrian hills to medieval Assisi, where St. Francis was born in
1182. Visit the world-famous St. Francis Basilica with its beautiful frescoes by Giotto, then
head for Rome.
Today’s Distance: 345 mi/ 555 km

ROME The “Eternal City” is steeped in history, vibrantly alive and exciting, and absolutely
unique! Start the included introduction to Rome’s landmarks from St. Peter’s Square with a
Local Guide. Enjoy a drive along the iconic landmarks of the city: the Tiber River, the Caius
Cestius Pyramid, the Aurelian Walls, and the Caracalla Baths. Complete the experience
with a walk back in time from the Circus Maximus to the Arch of Constantine and to the
fascinating Colosseum, symbol of the Roman Empire.*

ROME–PISA–MONTECATINI Say goodbye to Rome and drive on the Highway of the Sun
to Pisa. Hop on a mini train to the Square of Miracles and admire the curious Leaning
Tower, a world-renowned photographic subject. Overnight in the spa town of Montecatini,
recently added to the list of UNESCO World Heritage Sites.
Today’s Distance: 249 mi/ 400 km

MONTECATINI–FLORENCE–LAKE COMO Arrive in Florence. This Renaissance gem and
city of the Medicis will keep you enthralled for a whole day. Don’t miss out on the included
walking tour with a Local Guide that features most of the city highlights. You will see Piazza
Santa Croce; beautiful Piazza Signoria; Palazzo Vecchio and Loggia dei Lanzi. To top it all,
see Piazza del Duomo and its cathedral with the Giotto Campanile (belltower), and the
magnificently carved East Door of the Baptistry, known as the “Gate of Paradise.” Journey
northward through the Tuscan hills and across the Apennines to the shores of romantic
Lake Como.
Today’s Distance: 252 mi/ 405 km

LAKE COMO–LUGANO, SWITZERLAND–LUCERNE AREA Leave beautiful Lake Como
and cross the border into Switzerland for a stop in the Italian-speaking town of Lugano.
Continue north and, once through Gotthard Tunnel, see more magnificent alpine scenery as
you reach the shores of Lake Lucerne.
Today’s Distance: 137 mi/ 220 km

LUCERNE AREA–INTERLAKEN–LAUSANNE Spend some time in beautiful Lucerne. Stroll
through the old town and see the distinctive covered wooden bridge (Kapellbrücke) crossing
the river Reuss or get carried away on an optional excursion first by funicular, then aboard
the world’s first double-decker, open-top aerial cable car to the summit of Stanserhorn.
Later, stop in idyllic Interlaken in the Bernese Oberland and then follow the shoreline of
deep blue Lake Thun, continuing for a few more miles to Lausanne, overlooking Lake
Geneva.
Today’s Distance: 168 mi/ 270 km

LAUSANNE–BEAUNE, FRANCE–PARIS Enjoy vistas of the celebrated Burgundy vineyards
on the way to Beaune. Visit the medieval town, known all over the world for its wine
production. Take the autoroute to Paris.Today’s Distance: 385 mi/ 620 km

PARIS Get to know the city of romance with a local expert and see many of the Parisian
sites.

PARIS Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning.