Whether you’re looking to experience the magic of your first trip to Europe, or a chance to revisit some of your favorite destinations, this trip is the perfect opportunity to become immersed in the vibrant cultures of 3 countries, each with their own histories, traditions, sights, and flavors. The Grand Europe: England, France & Italy vacation offers an amazing array of unique experiences.
TRIP HIGHLIGHTS INCLUDE:
*For Adventures on the Adult-Exclusive Grand Europe vacation, you’ll experience:
Adventure Daily Itinerary
Day One
Arrive in London
After you pick up your luggage and go through customs, an Adventures by Disney representative will meet you at the main terminal and direct you to your transportation. Then, a driver will assist you with your luggage and take you to your hotel in London.
Check-In at Hotel
As your Adventure Guides handle your hotel check-in, explore the grandeur of The Waldorf Hilton, London, which is located in the heart of the theatre district near Covent Garden.
On Your Own Lunch and Afternoon in London
Ask your Adventure Guides for lunch recommendations, and then spend the afternoon exploring London on your own.
Welcome Dinner at Hotel
Get to know your Adventure Guides and fellow Adventurers while you enjoy a delicious dinner at the hotel.
Meals Included: Dinner
Day Two
Breakfast at the Hotel
Enjoy a delightful breakfast before heading out on a day full of adventure in London.
Westminster Abbey Privately Guided Tour
Walk the hallowed halls of this magnificent church that has been the site of coronations, royal weddings and the final resting place of kings, queens, statesmen, poets and more for over a thousand years. This stunning Gothic structure is also home to a vast art collection, research library and an institute dedicated to revitalizing moral and spiritual values in public life.
Buckingham Palace Photo Stop
Snap a pic in front of the historic residence of England’s royal family.
Afternoon Tea
Take part in one of Britain’s favorite pastimes with your local Adventurers. Enjoy a selection of freshly-cut sandwiches along with a variety of savory and sweet treats and choose from a delightful range of specialty teas.
High-Speed Boat Ride on River Thames
Jet along the River Thames on a private RIB (Rigid-hulled Inflatable Boat) in true secret agent style.
Late Afternoon & Dinner On Your Own Time in London
Take in the sights of London as you stroll through the streets of this magnificent city. Then, after you’ve worked up an appetite, enjoy a jolly good meal at one of the city’s many amazing restaurants. Be sure to ask you Adventure Guides to recommend dining options that will please your palate.
Private Beefeater Meet & Greet
Receive a personal welcome to the Tower of London by one of the famous Beefeater guards. Also referred to as “Yeomen Warders,” the Beefeater guards were originally formed in 1485 A.D. by Henry VII.
Private Viewing of the Royal Crown Jewels
Experience this once-in-a-lifetime, private viewing of the Royal Crown Jewels at the Tower of London lead by the Tower of London’s Jewel House Warden. You’ll marvel at this collection of 140 royal ceremonial objects that include the regalia and vestments worn by British kings and queens at their coronations.
Meals Included: Breakfast and Lunch
Day Three
Breakfast at Your Londom Hotel
Enjoy a delicious British breakfast before you board your coach that takes you from the hotel to St. Pancras Station.
Eurostar Train Ride from London to Paris
Country-hop on a speedy modern train that shoots under the English Channel through the Chunnel, then emerge in the magnificent City of Light. Bienvenue!
Lunch On Your Own Aboard Train
Enjoy lunch aboard the train as you make your way to Paris.
Montmartre Funicular Ride
Ascend to the top of Montmartre with your local expert and Adventure Guides to begin your exploration of this charming Parisian district that was once the epicenter of Bohemian life.
Guided Walking Tour of Montmartre
Admire the Sacré-Cœur Basilica, the famous Roman Catholic church with Romano-Byzantine features, located on the highest point in the city. Discover the history and secrets of this remarkable 18th arrondissement with the help of a knowledgeable Guide. Visit the Place du Tertre square, made famous during the Belle Époque era at the beginning of last century when great artists worked here in their studios, including Monet, Toulouse-Lautrec, Picasso, Dali and van Gogh, among others.
Wine-Tasting, Cheese & Charcuterie at La Bonne Franquette
Taste 3 spectacular wines, introduced by an English-speaking oenologist at La Bonne Franquette, a beautiful restaurant frequented last century by famous artists such as Renoir, Monet, Cézanne, Toulouse-Lautrec and Van Gogh. You’ll also enjoy a lovely selection of cheese and charcuterie. Junior Adventurers can enjoy grape juice.
Check-In at Hotel
While your Adventure Guides check you in to the hotel, take a look around this elegantly restored 1889 building and the amenities it offers.
Dinner On Your Own in Paris
In the city where food is an art all its own, you are sure to find a meal to amaze your palate. Feel free to ask your Adventure Guides for restaurant suggestions. Bon appétit!
Meals Included: Breakfast
Day Four
Breakfast at the Hotel
Enjoy a delicious breakfast at the hotel before heading out to explore the sights of Paris.
Privately Guided Visit to Sainte-Chapelle
Explore this Gothic-style chapel built during the second half of the 13th century for King Louis IX. Considered an architectural and aesthetic marvel, Sainte-Chapelle has been recognized as a national historic monument since 1862.
Lunch On Your Own
Discover an amazing meal as you explore the streets of Paris. Ask your Adventure Guides for restaurant suggestions, or find your own new favorite spot.
Louvre Museum Privately Guided Tour
Discover the vast collection of artistic treasures housed in this illustrious museum with a private guide and art expert who will help illuminate the world’s greatest masterpieces, including Leonardo Da Vinci’s enigmatic Mona Lisa.
Junior Adventurer Art Detective Game
While adults tour the museum’s collection, Junior Adventurers can participate in a unique interactive scavenger hunt which will have them uncover clues that lead to some of the Louvre’s secrets and most famous works of art.
Shopping at Carrousel du Louvre
Peruse the shops at this underground shopping mall that gets its name from 2 nearby sites—the Louvre museum and the Place du Carrousel.
Dinner at Ladurée Paris Royale
Dine in true Parisian splendor at this renowned restaurant whose history dates back to 1862. This iconic location began as a single bakery and is home to their world-famous, beautifully colored, double-decker macarons.
Meals Included: Breakfast and Dinner
Day Five
Breakfast at the Hotel
Enjoy a delicious breakfast at the hotel before heading out to explore the sights in and around Paris.
Chȃteau De Versailles Privately Guided Tour
Travel to Versailles to see how King Louis XVI and Queen Marie Antoinette lived in extravagant luxury before the French Revolution. With a private guide, tour the royal apartments and explore the grandeur of this fairy tale palace that dazzles your senses with its gilt ceilings, crystal chandeliers, ornate furniture and famous Hall of Mirrors.
Little Train Ride Through Versailles Gardens
Climb aboard the little train for a fun and informative exploration of the park and its lush, vibrant gardens on the Versailles grounds.
Lunch at La Flottille
Enjoy a leisurely lunch at La Flottille, overlooking the Grand Canal in the parc of Versailles. This casual restaurant lies in the heart of the dramatic Formal Gardens, with its famous fountains of Neptune and Apollo.
Bike Ride or Walk in the Gardens of Versailles
Hop on your bicyclette and explore the winding paths of the palace's immense estate. Discover sweeping vistas, twinkling fountains, elaborate hedges, and trees pruned into immaculate sculptures. Non-cyclists can embark on a guided walk to learn the fascinating history of the beautiful Versailles gardens.
On Your Own Time in Paris
Soak up the ambience of one of the world’s most remarkable cities. Peruse the shops and cafés, many of which date back hundreds of years, that line the streets of Paris.
Dinner at Brasserie Tour Eiffel
Head to the 1st level of the Eiffel Tower for an elegant meal of fine French cuisine featuring the freshest ingredients and enhanced flavors that, along with breathtaking views of Paris, will provide a truly remarkable and memorable dining experience.
Eiffel Tower 1st Floor Visit
Following your dinner, go for a stroll along the first floor of the magnificent Eiffel Tower, one of the world’s most recognizable landmarks. Take in the stunning 360-degree panoramic view of Paris stretched out below.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day Six
Breakfast at Hotel in Paris
Enjoy a final meal in Paris before setting out for Florence, Italy.
Fly to Florence
Board your flight in Paris, France and after a short trip, step off the plane in the Renaissance city of Florence, Italy.
Lunch in a Castle
Relax with your fellow Adventurers as you enjoy a private dining experience within the wall of an actual Italian castle.
Privately Guided Florence Walking Tour
Share the timeless treasures of the Renaissance on a privately guided exploration designed to enchant travelers of all ages. Enjoy reserved entry and access to see Michelangelo's David followed by a walking tour of the city's famed Duomo, Baptistry, Plaza della Signoria, Plaza de la Republica, Ponte Vecchio and other magnificent sights.
Adult Leisure Dinner at Hotel
Adult Adventurers can relax together and enjoy a delightful meal at the hotel.
Junior Adventurer Dinner & Movie Night
Junior Adventures can gather together and enjoy a delicious meal featuring a menu of kid favorite food. Then, they can wind down their adventure-filled day with a Disney movie.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day Seven
Breakfast at Hotel
Start your day with a delicious breakfast and then head by motor coach for half a day on a farm.
Fattoria Poggio Alloro – Pasta-Making Activity
Travel by coach to Fattoria Poggio Alloro—a working family-owned and run farm with its own winery—located in the heart of the Chianti wine-growing region. Be welcomed by the chef, who will lead you in a fun pasta-making activity. And take in the spectacular views of the medieval towers of San Gimignano, a fortified hilltop town, standing on a nearby hilltop.
Adult Wine Tasting in the Fioroni Family's Winery
Tour the family winery, and then enjoy a wine-tasting where you’ll sample several of the winery’s recent vintages.
Junior Adventurer Olive Oil Flavoring
While adults taste wine, Junior Adventurers pick herbs from the garden and learn how to infuse them into bottles of olive oil—another product of the farm.
Private Lunch at Fattoria Poggio Alloro
Enjoy a delicious pasta lunch—of your creation—at this picturesque farm. Weather permitting, lunch will be served on the terrazza, overlooking the beautiful scenery and medieval towers of San Gimignano.
Private VIP Tour of Palazzo Vecchio
Explore the spectacular town hall of Florence with a special VIP tour of Palazzo Vecchio, a magnificent structure that remains one of the most impressive in Tuscany. Walk through the hallowed halls, decorated with works by the masters, including Michelangelo, Botticelli and Vasari. Climb the high tower, dress in medieval period costumes for photo opportunities—and explore secret passages once used by the Medici family, famed patrons of the arts.
Afternoon and Dinner On Your Own in Florence
Step into the pages of history and discover the beauty of this magical metropolis. Shop for treasures at a bustling marketplace or marvel at great works of art in magnificent museums. Then, indulge your senses with a dinner on your own in Florence! Ask your Adventure Guides for recommendations.
Meals Included: Breakfast and Lunch
Day Eight
Breakfast at the Hotel
Enjoy a delicious breakfast at the hotel before heading out to Orvieto.
Coach to Orvieto
Enjoy a private coach transfer through the gorgeous Italian scenery between Florence to Orvieto.
Lunch at Ristorante da Maurizio
Dine amid fresh, new design steeped in very ancient tradition in the middle of Orvieto’s historic center. With every bite, you’ll savor true regional flavors of rich Umbrian cuisine at the oldest restaurant in the Duomo.
On Your Own Time in Orvieto
Explore the ancient landscapes of this stunning city perched high atop a rock cliff in charming Umbria. Visit the Duomo di Orvieto, a striking cathedral that dates back to 1290 and is decorated with a beautiful mosaic façade.
Coach to Rome
Board your coach and once again travel through the scenic splendor of the Italian landscape on your journey from Orvieto to Rome.
Check-In at Hotel & Welcome Reception
Once your Adventure Guides have checked you in, join your fellow Adventurers for a lovely gathering welcoming you to the magnificent city of Rome, Italy.
Dinner On Your Own
Explore the city's authentic and molto delizioso restaurants. Be sure to ask your Adventure Guides to make recommendations for a memorable meal that fits your family’s needs.
Private After-Hours Tour of the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel
Experience an exclusive after-hours, privately guided tour of the Vatican Museums—home to masterpieces by the greatest artists in history in a collection spanning 4000 years. Also, be guided by a local expert through the Sistine Chapel where you can get an intimate look at Michelangelo's magnificent achievement.
Meals Included: Breakfast and Lunch
Day Nine
Breakfast at the Hotel
Enjoy a delicious breakfast at the hotel before heading out to explore Rome.
VIP Tour of the Colosseum
Enjoy a privately guided VIP tour of the Colosseum that makes you feel part of history! Built by Emperor Vespasian around A.D. 70-72, the Colosseum was a gift to the people of Rome and soon housed spectacles and games as well as wild animal and gladiator combats. All Guests can participate in an engaging tour of the Colosseum that gives them an understanding of ancient Rome.
Panoramic Motor Coach Tour of Rome
Board a motor coach and enjoy a ride around the city, viewing some of Rome’s most iconic sights.
Privately Guided Walking Tour of Rome
Take to the streets and ancient byways of Rome as you walk amongst the spectacular destinations you've always dreamed of seeing. Explore the city center, home to the famed Spanish Steps, the Piazza Navona, the Pantheon and the Trevi Fountain, where you can toss a coin into the fountain and, as lore has it, ensure your return to Rome.
Lunch Near Piazza Navona
Dine amid the picturesque setting near Piazza Navona, a public plaza built on the site of the Stadium Domitian, that dates back to the 1st century A.D.
Guided Tour of St. Peter's Basilica with Jump-the-Line Pass
Marvel at the Basilica via St. Peter's Square—one of the largest churches in the world and a renowned example of Renaissance architecture. Initially constructed by Constantine in the early 4th century, it was rebuilt in the 16th century by Bernini, Bramante and Michelangelo. It stands on the site where the apostle Peter was crucified. Considered the first pope, he is buried under the main altar along with other popes who followed. Michelangelo's iconic dome dominates the skyline of Rome. Adventurers will avoid long lines with a Jump-the-Line pass provided by Adventures by Disney.
On Your Own Time in Rome
Explore this ancient city and the amazing sights it has to offer.
Farewell Dinner at Hotel
Gather with your fellow Adventurers for a private farewell meal at the hotel.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day Ten
Breakfast at Hotel
Bid your fellow Adventurers farewell as you enjoy one last meal in Rome.
Transfer to the Rome-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Board pre-arranged transportation to the Rome-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to begin your trip home.
Meals Included: Breakfast
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