Essential Greece, Italy and Switzerland
- Best price guaranteed
- No booking fees
- duration 11 days
- tour type Group
- age requirement 8-95 yrs
- max group size 35
- guiding method Fully guided
- Tour Code BM-38939
- Footprint Carbonneutral CO2 emissions resulting from all trips on Bookmundi will be offset via investments in carbon reduction projects.
- Operated in English
- Travel to Athens, the ancient capital of Greece, named after the Goddess of Wisdom and War
- Explore Mycenae, the City of King Agamemnon, and pay a visit to the Temple of Hera in Olympia
- Bask in the beauty of the Colosseum with a trip to Rome and visit St. Peter’s Basilica in Vatican City
- Visit Florence, the Birthplace of the Renaissance, where you will find famous works of Italian art
- Get a taste of the luxury lifestyle with a trip to Zurich and enjoy the scenic views of the city
- Drive through the Swiss Mountains to explore Lucerne, known for its breathtaking mountains
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This 12-day tour of Greece, Italy, and Switzerland will take you on the European adventure of a lifetime! Your journey will begin in Athens, the ancient capital of Greece, home to famous sites such as the Panathenaic Stadium and the Acropolis. From there you will drive over the Corinth Canal, which separates the Peloponnese Peninsula from the rest of Greece, and travel to Corinth, an ancient city which several empires have fought over throughout history. Your next stop will be in Mycenae, the city of King Agamemnon, where you will see the Cyclopean Walls and the Lion Gate before you explore Olympia, the birthplace of the Olympics. Visit the Archaeological Museum of Olympia, known for its priceless collection of exhibits, and travel through the Peloponnese Mountains to Patras, known for its medieval castle that was built on the highest spot in town. Make your way over to Ancona to board your ferry to Italy. Sailing through the Adriatic, you will pass by the islands of Ithaca and Kefalonia before you arrive in Loreto, a beautiful hill town and a popular pilgrimage site. Your journey will take you to Rome, the capital of Italy, where you will see the Colosseum, a world-famous landmark, and cross the border into Vatican City. Travel to Florence, the Birthplace of the Renaissance, to see the views of the city from Piazzale Michelangelo and admire the Duoma. Explore Venice, the City of Canals, with a scenic boat trip to St. Mark’s Square. As you travel across the Alps you will visit Verona, the City of Romeo and Juliet, before you cross the border into Switzerland to explore Zurich, known for its extravagant shopping centers, colorful architecture, and breathtaking scenery. Drive through the Swiss Mountains with a stop in Grindelwald, with a chance to walk over the bridge, and explore Lucerne, one of the most beautiful cities in Switzerland, home to the 14th-century Chapel Bridge. Your tour of Greece, Italy, and Switzerland will come to an end in this fascinating city!
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Day 1: Athens Arrival
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Day 2: Athens
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Day 3: Athens – Corinth – Mycenae – Tripoli – Olympia
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Day 4: Olympia – Patras – Ancona
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Day 5: Ancona – Loreto - Rome
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Day 6: Rome
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Day 7: Rome – Florence
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Day 8: Florence – Venice
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Day 9: Venice - Innsbruck - Zurich
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Day 10: Zurich – Lucerne – Zurich
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Day 11: Zurich –
- 10 Night’s accommodation on a twin sharing basis at listed hotels or similar
- 09 breakfasts
- 01 Dinner in Olympia
- 01 Lunch in Lucerne
- Overnight ferry from Patras to Ancona (no breakfast included) in a Double Cabin
- Arrival transfer in Athens
- Transportation in a modern A/C Motor Coach
- Services of an English-speaking Tour Manager
- Sightseeing as per the itinerary
- Boat ride in Venice
- Imperial Forums in Rome, Saint Mark ́s Basilica & the Murano Glass Factory
- Cable Car ride in Grindelwald
- All currently applicable taxes
- Entrance Fees: Accra Corinth Fortress, Mycenae Citadel, Olympia Archaeological Site;
- Items of a personal nature, tips and gratuities
- Departure transfer
- Travel insurance
- Visa fees, if applicable
- Items not mentioned as included
- Earn US$ 66+ in travel credits.
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No additional cancellation fees apply for this Essential Greece, Italy and Switzerland tour. You can cancel the tour up to 78 days prior departure and avoid paying the full amount, but your deposit paid is non-refundable. No refund applies for cancellations within 77 days of departure.
PaymentFor any tour departures within 13 June 2024, full payment is required. For tours that depart later than 13 June 2024, a deposit of 30% is required to confirm this tour, and the remaining balance will be charged 77 days before trip departure.
Travel InsuranceEssential Greece, Italy and Switzerland tour requires that you have adequate and valid travel insurance covering medical and personal accidents, including repatriation costs and emergency evacuation. World Nomads offers travel insurance for independent travelers and intrepid families.
VisaFor this Essential Greece, Italy and Switzerland tour getting the required visa(s) is the responsibility for each individual traveller, as visa requirements vary depending on your nationality. We recommend to check with your local embassies representing the countries that you are traveling to, as part of this itinerary.
IS THIS A CHILD FRIENDLY TOUR? ARE THERE ANY RESTRICTIONS?All children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult. Minimum age for children on escorted tours is 8. Minimum age on Safaris is 12. Minimum age for game drives in Kruger National Park (South Africa) is 12. Minimum age for Uganda programs is 15.Please note that many countries have adopted practices to prevent international abductions of children. If a person under the age of 18 years will be travelling with an adult other than his/her parents, or with only one parent, a notarized letter, granting authorization to travel, including the dates of travel should be carried.