Make tracks to embark on a 23-day adventure encompassing France, Switzerland and Italy. Using trains as your primary means of moving about, you’ll get started in the City of Lights before moving into Lausanne and Lucerne, with their UNESCO World Heritage-listed vineyard terraces and views of the Alps. Then it’s into Italy, where you’ll have plenty of free time to explore Rome before heading north to the Tuscan countryside, Cinque Terre, the Portofino Peninsula and more. Best of all, you’ll do with the comforts of rail transport and an expert local leader showing you the way.
COACH TOUR: Travel from Rome to Venice on this 4-day express tour. Explore the medieval town of Assisi and UNESCO-listed Siena. Take in the highlights of Florence, 'Cradle of the Renaissance' and enjoy free time to further explore at your own pace. In Bologna, see the historic sites and embark on a street food experience before arriving in the Canal City of Venice.
PRIVATE TOUR: Uncover the main highlights of central Italy on this private tour, travelling between Rome, Florence, Venice and Milan by train. Enjoy guided sightseeing in all four cities, taking in highlights such as the Vatican City, Colosseum, Galleria dell'Accademia, St Mark's Basilica, Duomo Cathedral, Sforza Castle, Colonne di San Lorenzo, and La Scala Opera House. Enjoy an included gondola ride in Venice, taste regional wine in the Chianti region and enjoy lots of free time too, in which to explore at leisure.
Fast-paced fun with tons of socialising, bucket-list sights and good times all round.
Take 12 countries in 24 days. Add iconic cities, jaw-dropping alpine scenes and an incred bunch of travel buds. Wrap it in a woolly scarf, dip it in hot chocolate and throw a bunch of twinkly lights on top – what do you get? One glorious, fun-filled Euro trip to last a lifetime. Dodge the crazy summer crowds. Meet your people. And soak up ALL the seasonal vibes. This is winter done right.
The perfect mix of group activities and all-important YOU time.
Great expectations? You should have. This immense wintery adventure around Europe’s most enchanting cites and spellbinding landscapes is the REAL fairytale. Discover the legendary capitals of Paris, Rome, Berlin and Amsterdam. Mix in the myths of Eastern Europe. And sprinkle the snow-capped peaks of the Swiss AND Austrian Alps on top. This trip is pure magic. Trust us.
The perfect mix of group activities and all-important YOU time.
You did it. You just found a firecracker of a winter trip that fits Central Europe’s best bits into one tidy 15-day package. Starring big-gun cities and enchanting hidden gems. Bucket-list highlights and bags of free time. And all the snow-capped, spine-tingling, soul-stirring scenery that only Europe can deliver. This trip puts the #win in winter. You coming?
The perfect mix of group activities and all-important YOU time.
Scrolling for a winter journey through iconic European cities steeped in history, dripping in romance and jam-packed with jaw-dropping sites? You can stop now. This Play & Pause adventure soaks up the splendour of Paris, the ancient majesty of Rome and the ultra-hip atmosphere of Berlin – adding the wonders of Ljubljana, Budapest and Prague for good measure. Not to mention bags of free time to do your thing PLUS an awesome AF Trip Leader with tips for days . This? This is how you discover the REAL Europe – winter-style.
Fast-paced fun with tons of socialising, bucket-list sights and good times all round.
Q: how do I fit Europe’s winter highlights into under three weeks? A: this, right here. Discover the foodie capitals of Berlin and Florence. Ooohh and ahhhh your way around the showstoppers: Paris, Rome, Venice and Amsterdam. Throw in the mind-blowing Alps. And top it off with all the steaming mulled wine, roaring fires, piping-hot pastries and frost-filled activities that makes a Euro winter so spesh. Got *chills*? You will do.
PRIVATE TOUR: Uncover the cultural and historic sites of Rome and delve into the city's legendary cuisine on this history and food tour. Enjoy included sightseeing at the Colosseum, Roman Forum, Vatican City and the UNESCO-listed villas of Tivoli. Learn how to make traditional Italian pizza at an included cooking class and embark on a walking food tour to taste some of Italy's finest dishes.
Looking for a winter escape? Expat Explore’s unforgettable Italy tour packages await! Uncover Northern Italy's ancient history, rich culture and mouthwatering cuisine during low season. Explore the epic sights of Rome, Florence and Venice - the art cities of Italy. Tuck into famous local foods in Parma, Bologna and Tuscany. Discover hidden gems like Ferrara, the UNESCO-listed city and the awe-inspiring Trento, located in the Dolomite Mountains. Marvel at the majestic Italian Lake District, pose with the Leaning Tower of Pisa and style it up in Milan on this affordable tour!
Take a ten-day rail-only adventure from Paris to Rome. You’ll start in the City of Lights, then you’ll zoom to Switzerland for a mountain getaway. In Lausanne, see the iconic Cathedral and maybe visit the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Vineyard Terraces of Lavaux for a wine tasting, then head to Lucerne for incredible views of the lake and surrounding Alps on Mount Pilatus. Take the Gotthard Panorama Express to the city of Bellinzona, where you’ll hop on another cable car for more mountain views. Make your way to Rome, where you’ll have plenty of free time to see one of the Seven Wonders of the World and sit down to a fresh lunch with an Intrepid Foundation partner, Cooperativa Coraggio.
Tick off Europe’s top destinations on this Europe Christmas & New Year tour. See London's sights and cruise the Rhine River in Germany and Amsterdam's canals. Capture famous landmarks such as the Leaning Tower of Pisa and the Eiffel Tower. Spend Christmas Day in the snowy Swiss Alps and visit the medieval town of Bruges. Taste and toast your way through Europe this festive season, savouring local delights in each country. Enjoy lunch at a British pub, indulge in Bavarian delights, sample Tuscan cuisine and try traditional Belgium waffles!
SMALL GROUP TOUR: Explore the stunning scenery of Northern Italy and Switzerland on this 13-day group tour, beginning in Rome and ending in Milan. Discover the canals and art of Venice, marvel at the picturesque Lake Garda and its surroundings, and enjoy a boat trip on beautiful Lake Como. Then continue into Switzerland to Lugano and the Sacro Monte of Ghiffa, a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its stunning views and sacred architecture, before travelling to the towering Matterhorn Peak, the town of Lauterbrunnen, and the historic castles of Bellinzona.
SMALL GROUP TOUR: This 13-day small group tour journeys through the stunning landscapes of Switzerland and Italy. Explore picturesque Swiss towns, see the towering Matterhorn and embrace the natural beauty of the Swiss Alps. In Italy, discover the picturesque towns of Cinque Terre, cruise on Lake Como and enjoy free time to explore the cities of Milan and Florence. This tour offers an unforgettable blend of breathtaking views, charming cities, and authentic experiences in two of Europe's most captivating countries.