DAY 01 SYDNEY – ROME

Arrive at the Sydney airport 3 hours before the departure of the transatlantic flight to Rome.

DAY 02 ROME 

Arrival at Rome international airport. Reception and transfer to the hotel. Accommodation.

DAY 03 ROME

Breakfast. Panoramic visit to the city of Rome, called the Eternal City for its importance in the ancient world and for its splendor accumulated over more than 2,300 years. During the visit we will see such famous monuments as the Imperial Forums, The Colosseum, Castel Sant’Angelo and of course the bridges over the Tiber River.

Optional excursion to the Vatican Museum and the Sistine Chapel

This visit will take us through the grandeur of the Vatican Museums (with preferential entry) until we reach the Sistine Chapel, offering you as a plus access to St. Peter’s Basilica inside the Vatican, saving you the endless lines. With immense feeling, they will admire Michelangelo’s two moments: the Vault (at 33 years old) and the Last Judgment (already at 60 years old). And respecting the rigorous silence, they will simply let themselves go. They will continue towards St. Peter’s Basilica, where only by being inside will they understand its grandeur. Michelangelo, in this case as a sculptor, will greet you with the Pietà. The great master Bernini and his famous Baldachin on the High Altar will not be absent, protected by the masterpiece of Michelangelo, now as an architect, the enormous Dome of the Basilica.

 Optional excursion: Baroque Rome and Roman Colosseum

To enjoy the splendor of the Eternal City with its mosaic of buildings, squares and fountains built over the last 2000 years. Make your wish at the foot of the Trevi fountain, appreciate the unique and unparalleled architecture of the epic Pantheon of Rome and of course we will make a spectacular stop at the monumental Roman Colosseum where you can take some spectacular photos* *

This visit does not include tickets to the Colosseum

DAY 04 ROME 

Breakfast. Day dedicated to optional excursion.

Optional excursion: Naples and Pompeii. (Optional Winter 15.Oct – 15.Apr)

We will go out to the city of Naples where we will have a panoramic visit. During this visit we will see the historic center of the city that is included in the UNESCO Cultural Heritage List. The main sites are La Plaza del Plebicito, The Royal Palace, El Castillo Huevo and others. Then we will visit the ruins of Pompeii, the ancient city buried after the eruption of the Vesuvius volcano with its streets, workshops and houses preserved as they functioned two thousand years ago. This excursion will take up the entire day. At the end we will return to the hotel in Rome.
*This option includes food

Optional excursion: The Island of Capri with boat ride. (Summer Optional 16.Apr – 14.Oct)

We head towards the port of Naples and will continue to the island of Capri by boat. On the island of Capri, the favorite place from the Roman Emperors to the present day for famous people and artists to vacation, we will take a boat ride where we will skirt the beautiful island, and if the tide allows it we will be able to appreciate the majestic grotto, appreciating the tones unique from the incredible Tyrrhenian Sea, we will go to eat with one of the best views of the Island, and after tasting the typical Capri limoncello we will take a walk through Piazza Umberto Ia, which is the most famous square on the island, continuing through the alleys where we will continue to appreciate the spectacular views of the island and we will have free time to enjoy the afternoon or if you wish, immerse yourself in that beautiful Tyrrhenian Sea if time permits. Then return to Naples by boat and transfer to the hotel in Rome.

*This option includes food

DAY 05 ROME – FLORENCE 

Breakfast. After breakfast, departure towards the city of Florence. The famous city of Florence is located in central Italy and is the capital of the Tuscany region. Walking tour of this unique city where art will surprise you at every step. We will walk through San Marcos Square, passing in front of the Accademia Gallery and arriving at the Straw Market. We will contemplate the combination of beautiful marbles on the façade of the Cathedral Santa María del Fiore and its unmistakable Bell Tower. We will also enjoy the Baptistery and its famous Gates of Paradise. We will look out over the well-known Ponte Vecchio and take us to the Piazza Santa Croce to admire the Franciscan Basilica of the same name. Accommodation.

 DAY 06 FLORENCE 

Breakfast. Free day to take an optional tour to the Tuscany region including the very interesting city of Siena, the miraculous city of Piza and the small castle-town of San Gimignano that preserves its pure medieval look with modern constructions.

Optional excursion to the Tuscany region including the cities of Siena, Piza and San Gimignano. 

The city of Siena, which today is the capital of the Italian province of Tuscany, was one of the most important cities in medieval Europe. Siena was known for its commercial and banking activities. One of the banks of that time, the Monte dei Paschi Bank is still operating today, almost 600 years old, being the oldest bank in the world. During our tour we will see the Plaza del Campo, the Torre de Mangia with its statues and the Santa Maria in Provenzano church. The historic center of Siena is part of the UNESCO World Heritage List. The miraculous city of Pisa is always identified by its famous Leaning Tower, accompanied by the beautiful architectural complex made up of the Cathedral and Baptistery. Located on the banks of the Arno River, Pisa is also known for its splendid medieval architecture, the Piazza dei Milagros, the monumental Campo Santo, Piazza del Duomo and the picturesque bridges crossing the river. San Gimignano is a mountain town with its skyline decorated by medieval towers, including the stone Torre Grossa. Its historic center surrounded by 13th century walls has as its center the Plaza de la Cisterna, a triangular square between medieval houses. After our tour transfer to Florence.

DAY 07 FLORENCE – VENICE  

Breakfast. We head to the romantic Italian city of Venice. Located on 118 islands connected by its more than 400 bridges and canals, Venice is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site as it is the only one in the world. During our tour we will pass through the Bridge of Sighs and St. Mark’s Square and see the unforgettable Basilica of St. Mark. Accommodation.

Optional excursion: Gondola ride with serenade. 

 Live this experience of entering the canals of Venice in the mythical gondolas while you let yourself be delighted by the typical Italian serenade.

DAY 08 VENICE – VIENNA 

After breakfast we head to the city of Vienna, the capital and largest city of the Austrian Republic. Located on the banks of the Danube River, the city is known as The City of Music because over the centuries it has provided a stage for the presentation of the works of the most famous composers in the world. They also call it the City of Dreams for the romantic beauty of its architecture and its large parks. Upon arrival we will have a tour of the central part of Vienna included in the UNESCO World Heritage List and we will see the buildings of St. Stephen’s Cathedral, the Opera, the Parliament, the Musikverein Concert Hall. Accommodation.

Optional excursion: Mozart music concert

We will enjoy a magnificent concert of classics by the famous Austrian composers Mozart and Strauss in the hall of the Mozart Orchestra of Vienna, an orchestra composed of virtuoso musicians who celebrate their concerts in costumes from the author’s period of the music.

DAY 09 VIENNA

Breakfast. Free day for an optional excursion to the cities of Hallstat and Salzburg.

Optional excursion to the cities of Hallstat and Salzburg

The small city of Hallstatt has existed on the shore of Lake Hallstatt since time immemorial due to the rich salt deposits in the nearby rocks. Archaeological studies show that the salt mines were excavated 7,000 years ago and as they continue to be exploited, they are considered some of the oldest in the world. The silhouette of the mountain city formed in the last thousand years is so exquisite that it was included as a landscape on the UNESCO World Heritage List and will undoubtedly become a beautiful background for the best photos of our trip.
Salzburg is another city in this “salt world”. Its name itself means The Salt Castle. The city is famous for its historic center with its beautiful baroque architecture included in the UNESCO World Heritage List and for the fascinating views of the scenery of the majestic Alps Mountain Range. During our tour we will see the buildings of the ancient Hohensalzburg Fortress, the Nonnberg Abbey, the Salzburg Cathedral.

DAY 10 VIENNA – BRATISLAVA – BUDAPEST

After breakfast we leave for the city of Bratislava, the capital and largest city of the Slovak Republic. Bratislava is located at the foot of the Lesser Carpathian Mountain, on the banks of two large rivers, the Danube and Morava. For several centuries the city has been the coronation site of Hungarian kings. Our panoramic tour includes the famous St. Martin’s Cathedral where these ceremonies took place and passes by Bratislava Castle. We will then continue our journey to the city of Budapest, the capital and largest city of the Republic of Hungary. The contemporary city encompasses two medieval cities Buda and Pesta separated by the Danube River and linked by numerous bridges. Budapest is considered one of the most splendid cities in Europe with its historic center, castle, and buildings of exquisite baroque style architecture. During our tour we will see the famous bridges, Gellert Hill, Fisherman’s Tower, St. Matthias Cathedral. Accommodation.

 Optional Danube Cruise Excursion

We will admire the historical sites of Budapest obtaining fantastic views from the Danube River.

DAY 11 BUDAPEST

Breakfast. Free day for optional excursions to the cities of Esztergom, Visegrad and Szentendre and dinner with Hungarian gypsy folklore show. Accommodation.

 Optional excursion to the cities Esztergom, Visegrad, Szentendre 

The city of Esztergom, the old capital of Hungary is still the seat of the Hungarian Catholic Church. It is one of the most visited cities in Hungary for its rich historical and artistic heritage. During our tour we will see the magnificent buildings of the Basilica of Asunción and the Castle. Then we continue to the city of Visegrad. Occupying a hill within a bend of the Danube River the city grew up around the small guard castle. The name Visegrad itself means City on High. There we will see the medieval castle and the Renaissance royal palace. We continue to the town of Szentendre (the Hungarian pronunciation of the name Saint Andrew) with its picturesque little streets full of numerous artisan workshops and shops.

 Optional excursion: Dinner with Hungarian Gypsy folkloric Show

We will enjoy a feast of local food in a traditional restaurant. We will taste delicious Hungarian wines and marvel at the lively dances to the sound of a virtuoso soundtrack.

DAY 12 BUDAPEST – PRAGUE  

After breakfast we head to the city of Prague, the capital of the Czech Republic. Built in the 9th century as a small border town on the banks of the Vltava River, in the 18th-19th century it reached such splendor that all of Europe called it Golden Prague. On our panoramic tour of the city we will see the Old Town Square, the Karl Bridge, the Tower of the very curious Astronomical Clock, the Tyn Church. Accommodation.

DAY 13 PRAGUE 

Breakfast. Free day for two optional excursions, one to the famous spring town of Karlovi Vari and the second – a dinner in a medieval atmosphere in Prague. Accommodation.

 Optional excursion to Karlovi Vari spring 

Karlovi Vari is one of the most famous European spa resorts. Located at the confluence of the Eger and Tepla rivers, the city has been formed around its 13 main thermal springs and about a hundred smaller ones that are used to treat different diseases. We will have a walk to enjoy its picturesque architecture and nature.

 Optional Medieval Dinner Tour 

We will capture the uplifting spirit of Czech folklore during a 2-hour traditional folk show that includes dinner. This is a truly different and entertaining way to spend a night in Prague, taking you back in time and satisfying your taste buds.

DAY 14 PRAGUE – DRESDEN – BERLIN

After breakfast we head to the German city of Dresden, often called the “Jewel Box” for the exceptional beauty of its architecture and decoration. Dresden appeared as a city 900 years ago when two small towns that existed on both banks of the Elbe River met. The new city almost immediately became the capital of the kings of Saxony and later of Poland, who began to beautify it with their palaces, churches, and squares. During our tour we will see some of the last ones built: The Cathedral of Santa Trinidad, the enormous Royal Palace, the Academy of Fine Arts, the Market Square. We will then continue to the city of Berlin, the capital of the Federal Republic of Germany. Located on the banks of two rivers, Spree and Havel that converge within the city, Berlin offers unforgettable views. During our tour we will see the Gendarmenmarkt Square, the Brandenburg Gate, Potsdamer Plaz, Frauenkirche, the Zwinger Palace, the Bruhl Terrace, the King’s Way, the Statue of Martin Luther and enjoy the majestic beauty of the ancient city. Accommodation.

DAY 15 BERLIN

Breakfast. Day dedicated to optional excursions. Accommodation.

Optional excursion to Sachsenhausen Concentration Camp

The Sachsenhausen Memorial and Museum are dedicated to the history of both fascist and Soviet and communist concentration camps.

Optional city excursion Potsdam 

Located 14 km from Berlin, Potsdam has a royal appearance with the palaces of the Prussian kings and its parks but also the marks of the most recent past: the Peace Conference was held in Potsdam after the Second World War. World War. Potsdam is also known as the site of the world’s oldest film studio. Potsdam is included in the UNESCO Cultural Heritage List. During our tour we will see the City Palace, St. Nicholas Church, the Brandenburg Gate, the exquisite Sansouci Palace and the fabulous Cecilienhof Palace.

DAY 16 BERLIN – HANNOVER – AMSTERDAM 

After breakfast we head to the city of Hannover in the Federal Republic of Germany. Located on the banks of the Leine River, the city bears the name “The High Bank” with this same meaning. Hanover was founded in medieval times by boatmen, fishermen and merchants who carried boats full of goods along the river. During our tour we will see the beautiful buildings of the Opera Palace, the ruins of the Aegidienkirche church, the Market Church, the Town Hall, New and Old buildings. Then we will continue towards the city of Amsterdam. Accommodation

DAY 17 AMSTERDAM 

Breakfast. Then a panoramic tour of the capital of the Kingdom of the Netherlands, one of the largest and most important port cities in the world. It all started about 1000 years ago when local fishermen settled on the dam built to control the spills of the Amstel River. Over time, other dams were built that turned the river into a beautiful labyrinth of canals and the small town became a beautiful city with splendid architecture. Due to its beauty, the historic center of Amsterdam is included on the UNESCO World Heritage List. After the city tour, accommodation at the hotel. Accommodation.

Optional excursion: The Grand Tour of the Netherlands (Rotterdam, The Hague, Volendam and Marken)

During the 9 centuries of its history, the city of Rotterdam has become one of the gateways to Europe. Almost completely destroyed in the Second World War, today Rotterdam is famous for its modern architecture and stunning views of the mouths of the three rivers the Rhine, Meuse and Scheldt. The Hague, which means The Forest, is the city where the royal palaces of Niderland are located, some preserved intact since the 13th century. The visit to Volendam and Marken immerses us in the daily life of the fishermen of the Netherlands, with their typical Colorful wooden houses and views of the North Sea. At the beginning of the 20th century, the small fishing villages became a place of inspiration for many famous painters, including Renoir and Pablo Picasso.

DAY 18 AMSTERDAM 

Breakfast. Free day to take an optional tour to the city of Giethoorne. At the appropriate time transfer to Amsterdam airport.

Optional excursion to the village Gierthoorn. 

The small town of Giethoorn is a pedestrian area where one cannot walk because there are no streets. The town was formed along the trenches of centuries-old peat excavations that, filling with water, became canals. Leaving their moss-covered houses, the local people board their small boats and carry out their daily tasks. The walk through the Giethoorn canals provides unique views for romantic photos along with memories of the green tranquility of the entire environment that often serves as the setting for different films.