Rome, Tuscany and the Riviera
Italy’s cities are like museums unto themselves.
Rome is full of remnants from the ancient empire, from the Colosseum to the Forum. The Leaning Tower of Pisa saw Galileo test his revolutionary scientific theories. Meanwhile, on the French Riviera, the culture of southern France is in the air—sense it in Nice, in Monaco and at a perfume factory in Eze.
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Day 1: Fly overnight to Italy
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Day 2: Rome
Meet your Tour Director at the airport
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Day 3: Rome
Take a guided tour of Vatican City
Visit the Sistine Chapel
Visit St. Peter’s Basilica
Take a guided tour of Rome
Visit the Roman Forum
Visit the Colosseum
Take a self-guided walking tour of Rome:
- Trevi Fountain
- Pantheon
- Piazza Navona
- Spanish Steps
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Day 4: Rome
Full day to explore on your own or
Add this in-depth excursion:
Pompeii
Gain unparalleled insight into the lives of the ancient Roman elite on this optional excursion. Buried in volcanic ash in 79 A.D., the former resort town of Pompeii is now fully excavated and, uniquely preserved as it was, one of the world’s richest archaeological sites. After a guided tour, enjoy an included lunch and free time before returning to Rome for dinner. Note: Comfortable shoes are recommended.
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Day 5: Florence
Travel via Siena to Florence
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Day 6: Florence
Take a guided tour of Florence
With your expert local guide you will see:- Piazza della Signoria
- Ponte Vecchio
- Chiesa di Santa Croce
- Gates of Paradise
Visit the Duomo
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Day 7: Pisa • French Riviera
Travel via Pisa
Visit the Pisa Baptistery and Cathedral
Continue on to the French Riviera
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Day 8: Monaco • French Riviera
Visit the Principality of Monaco
- Prince's Palace
- Monaco Cathedral
Tour a French perfume factory in Eze
Take a walking tour of Nice
With your tour director you will see:- Vieille Ville
- Promenade des Anglais
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Day 9: Depart for home
Add 3 more days
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Day 9: Nice • Paris
Travel by TGV train to Paris
Arrive in Paris
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Day 10: Paris
Take a guided tour of Paris
With your expert local guide you will see:
- Place de la Concorde
- Champs-Élysées
- Arc de Triomphe
- Les Invalides
- Eiffel Tower
Take a guided tour of Versailles
With your expert local guide you will see:- State Apartments
- Hall of Mirrors
- Gardens
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Day 11: Paris
Visit the Louvre
Take a walking tour of Paris
With your tour director you will see:
- Latin Quarter
- The Louvre
- Notre Dame Cathedral
Catch a glimpse of Notre-Dame Cathedral
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Day 12: Depart for home
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Day 1: Fly overnight to Italy
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Day 2: Rome
Meet your Tour Director at the airport
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Day 3: Rome
Take a guided tour of Vatican City
Visit the Sistine Chapel
Visit St. Peter’s Basilica
Take a guided tour of Rome
Visit the Roman Forum
Visit the Colosseum
Take a self-guided walking tour of Rome:
- Trevi Fountain
- Pantheon
- Piazza Navona
- Spanish Steps
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Day 4: Rome
Full day to explore on your own or
Add this in-depth excursion:
Pompeii
Gain unparalleled insight into the lives of the ancient Roman elite on this optional excursion. Buried in volcanic ash in 79 A.D., the former resort town of Pompeii is now fully excavated and, uniquely preserved as it was, one of the world’s richest archaeological sites. After a guided tour, enjoy an included lunch and free time before returning to Rome for dinner. Note: Comfortable shoes are recommended.
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Day 5: Florence
Travel via Siena to Florence
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Day 6: Florence
Take a guided tour of Florence
With your expert local guide you will see:- Piazza della Signoria
- Ponte Vecchio
- Chiesa di Santa Croce
- Gates of Paradise
Visit the Duomo
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Day 7: Pisa • French Riviera
Travel via Pisa
Visit the Pisa Baptistery and Cathedral
Continue on to the French Riviera
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Day 8: Monaco • French Riviera
Visit the Principality of Monaco
- Prince's Palace
- Monaco Cathedral
Tour a French perfume factory in Eze
Take a walking tour of Nice
With your tour director you will see:- Vieille Ville
- Promenade des Anglais
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Day 9: Depart for home
Add 3 more days
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Day 9: Nice • Paris
Travel by TGV train to Paris
Arrive in Paris
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Day 10: Paris
Take a guided tour of Paris
With your expert local guide you will see:
- Place de la Concorde
- Champs-Élysées
- Arc de Triomphe
- Les Invalides
- Eiffel Tower
Take a guided tour of Versailles
With your expert local guide you will see:- State Apartments
- Hall of Mirrors
- Gardens
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Day 11: Paris
Visit the Louvre
Take a walking tour of Paris
With your tour director you will see:
- Latin Quarter
- The Louvre
- Notre Dame Cathedral
Catch a glimpse of Notre-Dame Cathedral
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Day 12: Depart for home
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Your experience includes
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Airfare & transportation
Round-trip flights on major carriers; Comfortable motorcoach; TGV high-speed train with extension
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Hotels
7 overnight stays in hotels with private bathrooms (10 with extension)
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Regional-style meals
European breakfast and dinner daily
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Guided sightseeing
3 sightseeing tours led by expert, licensed local guides (5 with extension); 1 sightseeing tour led by your Tour Director; 1 walking tour (2 with extension)
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Entrances
Sistine Chapel; St. Peter’s Basilica; Colosseum; Roman Forum; Leather-making demonstration; Pisa Baptistery; Pisa Cathedral; Perfume factory; With extension: Versailles; Louvre; Notre Dame Cathedral
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Full-time Tour Director
Your culturally connected Tour Director is with your group 24/7, providing deep local insight while handling all on-tour logistics.
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Expert Local Guides
Your expert local guides are natural historians, adding cultural insight and global perspective on your sightseeing tours.
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Continuous Support
Your dedicated EF team helps you every step of the way—from recruiting and enrolling travelers to planning and managing your tour.
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Worldwide Presence
EF has over 500 schools and offices in more than 50 countries worldwide so wherever you go, we're there too.
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24-hour Emergency Service
Travelers and their families can count on EF's dedicated emergency service team.
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Peace of Mind Program
Feel secure knowing your group can change their destination or travel dates due to unforeseen circumstances. Learn more about your flexible options at eftours.com/peaceofmind.
