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The Best of Europe with London


tour code: 5165
The Best of Europe with London

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Join in London or Amsterdam. Leave in Paris or London.

19 Days from £Call per passenger

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ARRIVE IN LONDON, ENGLAND





  • Check into your hotel. In the afternoon, you may want to start exploring the lively British capital. Uniformed hosts and the CosmosGO app are available to help you make the most of your stay.

















LONDON





  • A full day to savor a variety of optional activities: take a panoramic tour of London’s landmarks, visit the Tower of London, or choose an excursion to Windsor Castle. Tonight, we recommend our optional Taste of London excursion with dinner, followed by a guided illumination cruise on the River Thames.





Breakfast





While we include select excursions on your trip, you may wish to explore other options to enhance your free time. Below is a selection of excursions that may be available for purchase on your tour.






  • A Taste of London



    A traditional dining experience followed by a nighttime cruise along the Thames River, viewing some of the capital's most beautiful illuminated sights.


    5h 30m

    Price Range: ££




  • Tower of London and Crown Jewels



    From the opulent Crown Jewels to the uniformed Beefeaters and infamous ravens, this fascinating excursion introduces you to the Tower of London, one of the country's most famous castle fortresses.


    4h 0m

    Price Range: ££




  • Morning City Sightseeing



    Morning sightseeing with a Local Guide includes all the famous landmarks: the Houses of Parliament and Big Ben beside the River Thames, Westminster Abbey, Whitehall's mounted horseguards and the Prime Minister's Downing Street, Piccadilly Circus, and Buckingham Palace. The highlight is a visit to ST. PAUL'S CATHEDRAL, Sir Christopher Wren's masterpiece built between 1675 and 1708.


    4h 0m

    Price Range: £













LONDON–BRUSSELS–AMSTERDAM, THE NETHERLANDS





  • Transfer to the railway station and board the Eurostar train to Brussels with your Tour Director. Take a seat on your luxury motorcoach for the drive to the Amsterdam area.

    Today’s Distance by coach: 127 mi/ 203 km





Breakfast















AMSTERDAM–WIESBADEN, GERMANY





  • Today, enjoy an included canal cruise to see the city from water level with a Local Guide, then stop at a diamond center to watch the cutting and polishing of precious stones. This afternoon, continue your journey to Wiesbaden.

    Today’s Distance: 258 mi/ 415 km





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WIESBADEN–HEIDELBERG–LUCERNE, SWITZERLAND





  • Drive through the picturesque Rhineland and enjoy splendid scenery as you skirt the Rhine river. Visit Heidelberg, Germany’s oldest university town, located near the confluence of the Neckar and Rhine Rivers, then continue to Switzerland.

    Today’s Distance: 270 mi/ 435 km





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LUCERNE





  • Lucerne is nestled amid snowcapped Alps, surrounded by a lake, and graced by the clear mountain waters of the Reuss River. Your orientation includes the wooden Chapel bridge and the Lion monument, erected in memory of the 800 Swiss Guards who defended Louis XVI and his wife. A grand selection of optional activities completes the day: a ride on the “cabrio” cable-car to the summit of Mount Stanserhorn; a cruise on the fjord-like lake; and, of course, time to shop for an authentic Swiss watch.





Breakfast





While we include select excursions on your trip, you may wish to explore other options to enhance your free time. Below is a selection of excursions that may be available for purchase on your tour.






  • Lake Lucerne Cruise



    Experience the hypnotic beauty of sparkling Lake Lucerne on this enjoyable 1-hour sightseeing cruise.


    1h 30m

    Price Range: £




  • Mount Pilatus



    Grab your camera and prepare for indescribable panoramic views on this thrilling ascent up Mount Pilatus.


    3h 0m

    Price Range: ££













LUCERNE–VERONA, ITALY–VENICE AREA





  • More wonderful alpine scenery as you drive into the mountain ranges that surround the massive St. Gotthard Pass. Continue to the warmer and sunnier ambiance of Canton Ticino, then cross into Italy and drive across the Po Valley to Verona, medieval setting of Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet. Stroll around the picturesque market square (Piazza delle Erbe) and the cobblestone streets.

    Today’s Distance: 317 mi/ 510 km





Breakfast





While we include select excursions on your trip, you may wish to explore other options to enhance your free time. Below is a selection of excursions that may be available for purchase on your tour.






  • Venetian Dinner



    The magic of Venice comes to life as you enjoy an unforgettable evening at one of the city's most celebrated local restaurants.


    5h 30m

    Price Range: ££













VENICE AREA





  • Venice is more like a marvelous film set than a real-life city, with its crisscrossing canals, gondolas and water buses, arched bridges, palaces, and busy little piazzas (squares). Your included orientation starts with a boat ride to St. Mark’s Square and is followed by free time to soak up the city’s unique atmosphere and a chance to visit a glassblowing workshop. Don’t miss out on the optional gondola trip, gliding along the picturesque canals with a local troubadour to serenade you.





BreakfastDinner





While we include select excursions on your trip, you may wish to explore other options to enhance your free time. Below is a selection of excursions that may be available for purchase on your tour.






  • Venetian Lagoon Cruise with Burano Visit



    Experience the floating city from the water as you cruise along the lagoon to charming Burano Island for free time to explore on your own.


    3h 0m

    Price Range: £




  • Gondola



    When in Rome, do as the Romans -- and when in Venice, head right for the gondolas! Hop aboard a traditional gondola for a ride through the magical Venetian canals


    0h 30m

    Price Range: ££













VENICE AREA–ASSISI–ROME





  • An interesting drive southward, crossing the rolling Apennines. Stop in medieval Assisi, where St. Francis was born in 1182, and visit the world-famous St. Francis Basilicas with the beautiful frescoes by Giotto. Then, head for Rome.

    Today’s Distance: 317 mi/ 510 km





Breakfast





While we include select excursions on your trip, you may wish to explore other options to enhance your free time. Below is a selection of excursions that may be available for purchase on your tour.






  • Treasures of Rome and Dinner



    Enjoy a tour of Rome and relax over a 3-course dinner with dessert, local wine, and authentic Roman atmosphere!


    4h 0m

    Price Range: ££













ROME





  • The “Eternal City” is steeped in history, vibrantly alive and exciting, and absolutely unique! Start the included introduction to Rome’s landmarks from St. Peter’s Square with a Local Guide. Enjoy a drive along the iconic landmarks of the city: the Tiber River, the Caius Cestius Pyramid, the Aurelian Walls, and the Caracalla Baths. Complete the experience with a walk back in time from the Circus Maximus to the Arch of Constantine and the fascinating Colosseum, symbol of the Roman Empire.*



    * For operational reasons, schedule changes for the Rome program cannot be excluded.





Breakfast





While we include select excursions on your trip, you may wish to explore other options to enhance your free time. Below is a selection of excursions that may be available for purchase on your tour.






  • Roman Fine Treasures



    A walking tour with a local guide to see some of the many treasures of Rome.


    3h 0m

    Price Range: £













ROME–POMPEII–SORRENTO COAST





  • Travel south all the way, with the Vesuvius volcano in the distance. Visit Pompeii, where time stopped in 79 AD when the Vesuvius eruption buried the city. On your guided visit to the archaeological site, see the remains of luxurious villas, temples, theater, and forum. From here, it’s just a few more miles to reach the lively Sorrento area.

    Today’s Distance: 168 mi/ 270 km





Breakfast





While we include select excursions on your trip, you may wish to explore other options to enhance your free time. Below is a selection of excursions that may be available for purchase on your tour.






  • Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel



    A tour around the Vatican Museums to admire the beautiful tapestry gallery and the Sistine Chapel with masterpieces by Botticelli and Signorelli. See the "Genesis" and Michelangelo's "Last Judgment".


    3h 0m

    Price Range: ££




  • Dinner in Sorrento



    Spend a remarkable evening, enjoying fine food from the Campania region as you bask in the delightful atmosphere at one of Sorrento's most beloved historical restaurants.


    3h 0m

    Price Range: £













SORRENTO COAST. EXCURSION TO CAPRI





  • Cross the blue sea for a full-day excursion to the legendary island of Capri. Surrounded by rose-tinted rocks, Capri has incredibly beautiful coves of translucent blues and greens. The town, with its pretty piazzetta, maze of streets, fashionable boutiques, and cozy restaurants, is a mecca for the jet set. An optional tour takes you around the island with its steep roads and panoramic views.





BreakfastDinner





While we include select excursions on your trip, you may wish to explore other options to enhance your free time. Below is a selection of excursions that may be available for purchase on your tour.






  • Island of Capri



    Discover the Jewel of the Mediterranean on this wonderful excursion to the legendary isle of Capri!


    4h 0m

    Price Range: ££













SORRENTO COAST–FLORENCE





  • An early journey north to Florence. Vistas of rolling hills, austere rows of cypress trees, terraced vineyards, olive groves, and rural villages form the backdrop of your journey through beautiful Tuscany. Arrive in Florence in the afternoon in time to enjoy its magnificent architectural and artistic treasures; the included walking tour with a Local Guide shows the highlights.

    Today’s Distance: 320 mi/ 515 km





Breakfast















FLORENCE–PISA–ÈZE, FRANCE–FRENCH RIVIERA





  • Stop in Pisa, where you hop on a mini train to reach the Square of Miracles to see the famous Leaning Tower. Bypassing the great port of Genoa, drive northwest for glimpses of the Italian and French Rivieras. Visit a typical perfume workshop in Èze and later reach the shores of the charming Côte d’Azur.

    Today’s Distance: 273 mi/ 440 km





Breakfast





While we include select excursions on your trip, you may wish to explore other options to enhance your free time. Below is a selection of excursions that may be available for purchase on your tour.






  • Monte Carlo by Night with Dinner



    Drive along the exquisite French Riviera to dazzling Monte Carlo for a delicious French dinner, drinks with the jet set at a famous café, and free time to gamble or explore as you like!


    6h 0m

    Price Range: ££













FRENCH RIVIERA–ORANGE–GRENOBLE





  • Leave the French Riviera and travel through the Provence, stopping in Orange, a hidden treasure featuring an outstanding Roman heritage, and on the more frivolous side, some first-class wines. Overnight in Grenoble—an alpine sports mecca and site of the 1968 Winter Olympic Games.

    Today’s Distance: 296 mi/ 476 km





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GRENOBLE–BEAUNE–PARIS





  • Enjoy the very heart of the Burgundy wine-growing region, making a stop in lovely Beaune, surrounded by some of the world’s finest vineyards. Continue northward to the exciting city of Paris, capital of France.

    Today’s Distance: 358 mi/ 577 km





Breakfast





While we include select excursions on your trip, you may wish to explore other options to enhance your free time. Below is a selection of excursions that may be available for purchase on your tour.






  • Excursion to Montmartre



    Experience Montmartre, one the of most artistic and picturesque districts in Paris.


    3h 30m

    Price Range: £













PARIS





  • Paris is a world-class romantic city with many familiar landmarks. This morning, see the main sights during the included city tour with a Local Guide. In the afternoon, a chance to feel like a French aristocrat as you join the optional tour through the immense Palace of Versailles. This evening, why not join an optional dinner?*



    * Note: for operational reasons, changes to the Paris program cannot be excluded





Breakfast





While we include select excursions on your trip, you may wish to explore other options to enhance your free time. Below is a selection of excursions that may be available for purchase on your tour.






  • Versailles, Palace of the Sun King



    Spend part of your day like a French aristocrat, strolling through the halls and gardens of Louis XIV's opulent Palace of Versailles.


    3h 30m

    Price Range: ££




  • City of Light Discovery and Dinner



    Enjoy a memorable 3-course dinner with wine and a nighttime orientation drive around the glimmering City of Light-the perfect way to experience Paris!


    4h 30m

    Price Range: ££













PARIS–LONDON, ENGLAND





  • Relax on your Eurostar train journey back to London.

    Today’s Distance by train: 212 mi/ 342 km





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LONDON





  • Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning.





Breakfast






Adventure is knocking with everything you need for perfectly affordable touring. Cosmos includes hand-selected accommodations, guided sightseeing, and seamless transportation between destinations—with value-minded travel lovers in mind. Explore with expert Cosmos Tour Directors and Local Guides, complimentary headsets on the Continent, and private, first-class, air-conditioned motorcoach with free Wi-Fi. Cross the English Channel by Eurostar train. Enhance your free time to explore like a local with your CosmosGO mobile app!*



* Note: for operational reasons, changes to the Paris and Rome programs cannot be excluded


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