Old Stones, New Memories
European Dream (Paris, Swiss Alps & Venice)
Day 1 — Arrival in Paris & Seine River Cruise
Welcome to the City of Light! Cruise down the Seine at sunset.
Paris CDG Airport Transfer
Meet our guide and transfer to your boutique central Paris hotel.
Seine River Cruise
Glide past illuminated monuments like Notre Dame, Louvre, and Eiffel Tower.
💡 Local Tip:Paris Metro is the fastest way to get around; buy a pack of 10 tickets (Carnet).
Day 2 — Eiffel Tower & Louvre Museum
Ascend the Eiffel Tower and see the iconic Mona Lisa.
Eiffel Tower 2nd Level Access
Ascend the elevator to the 2nd floor platform for spectacular city panoramas.
Louvre Museum Guided Entry
Skip the lines to see Venus de Milo, Winged Victory, and the Mona Lisa.
💡 Local Tip:Book your Louvre slots months in advance to secure morning entries.
Day 3 — High-Speed Train to Switzerland
Board the TGV Lyria train past French countryside to scenic Lucerne.
TGV Lyria Express Train
Board the comfortable 4-hour high-speed train to Zurich/Lucerne.
Lucerne Hotel Check-In
Settle into your hotel located walking distance from the Lake shore.
💡 Local Tip:Validate your Swiss Travel Pass before boarding local Swiss connections.
Day 4 — Mt. Titlis Cable Car Excursion
Ride the rotating cable car and walk the high suspension bridge.
Titlis Rotair Cable Car
Ride the world's first rotating cable car up to the snow summit at 10,000 ft.
Titlis Cliff Walk
Walk along Europe's highest suspension bridge overlooking steep rock drops.
💡 Local Tip:Wear layered woolens and sturdy shoes as the glacier park is icy and cold.
Day 5 — Scenic GoldenPass Train to Interlaken
Travel to the resort valley between two lakes and cruise.
Train to Interlaken
Scenic train ride down the Brunig Pass to Interlaken.
Lake Thun Boat Cruise
Sail past historic castles and mountains on a classic passenger cruise boat.
💡 Local Tip:Try the traditional cheese fondue at Interlaken's local cafes.
Day 6 — Jungfraujoch Top of Europe Rail Climb
Climb past mountain tunnels to Europe's highest railway station.
Eiger Express & Jungfrau Cog Railway
Ride the modern cable car and cog train up to the station at 11,332 ft.
💡 Local Tip:Altitude sickness can happen; climb slowly and drink plenty of water.
Day 7 — Travel to Venice, Italy
Scenic rail cruise across the Alps down to the canal city of Venice.
EuroCity Train to Venice
Scenic train journey connecting Switzerland to Venezia Santa Lucia station.
Venice Hotel Check-In
Settle into your hotel. Explore the bridges around St. Mark's.
💡 Local Tip:Use water taxis (Vaporetto) for fast and easy transit along the Grand Canal.
Day 8 — Venice Gondola Cruise & St. Mark's
Glide past narrow brick palaces on a traditional gondola.
Grand Canal Gondola Ride
Glide down quiet water alleys on a traditional hand-steered black gondola.
St. Mark's Basilica
Visit the spectacular golden-domed cathedral and historic piazza.
💡 Local Tip:Gondola rates are regulated; check official boards at the docks before boarding.
Day 9 — Venice to Rome Rail & Colosseum
Board the Frecciarossa high-speed rail to the Eternal City and see the gladiator arena.
Frecciarossa Train to Rome
High-speed rail connection to Roma Termini station (3.5 hours).
Colosseum & Roman Forum
Guided walking tour inside the ancient gladiator amphitheater.
💡 Local Tip:Rome streets are paved in stone; wear comfortable walking shoes.
Day 10 — Farewell Rome & Flight Home
Drop at Fiumicino airport, return flight back.
Rome Airport Transfer
Private drop-off at Rome FCO Airport for your return flight home.
💡 Local Tip:Arrive at FCO airport 3.5 hours early to clear security checkpoints.
Inclusions & Exclusions
✓What's Included
- • 9 Nights handpicked hotel stays
- • All transfers & sightseeing as per itinerary
- • Daily breakfast + dinner in all properties
- • All state permit taxes, driver allowances
- • 24/7 client coordination support desk
- • Pre-booked entry tickets as per itinerary
✗What's Excluded
- • Flights (unless specified in package)
- • Lunch & beverages not specified in meals
- • Travel insurance (available as add-on)
- • Optional extreme adventure activities
- • Tips, personal laundry, telephone bills
Handpicked Stays
Hotel Lutetia Paris
📍 Saint-Germain-des-Prés
