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10 or 12 days

Lucerne, Venice, Florence, Rome, extension to Rome

In Lucerne, the folkloric Swiss culture fits perfectly against the backdrop of spectacular Alpine scenery.

Down through the Italian lakes region, nature’s beauty continues to amaze, all the way to the picturesque canals of Venice. Further south, humankind’s imprint becomes more pronounced, from Florence’s Renaissance piazzas to the remains of ancient Rome.

Due to national and/or religious holidays, some sites may be closed and your itinerary may be modified on the following dates in 2026: March 19, April 3-8, May 1, June 29, and August 14-15. These dates fluctuate each year—please contact us for more information.

Day 1: Fly overnight to Switzerland
Day 2: Zurich • Lucerne region

Meet your Tour Director at the airport

Travel to Lucerne region

Day 3: Lucerne region

Take a walking tour of Lucerne

With your Tour Director you will see:

Lion Monument
Kapellbrücke
Lake Lucerne

Ride to the top of a Swiss mountain

Take a cruise on Lake Lucerne

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Swiss fondue evening

Savor a taste of Swiss culture as you enjoy a fondue meal, the country’s national dish that consists of delicious melted cheese and a lot of bread. Then, experience a bit of Swiss tradition in the form of: yodeling and Alpine horns, or folk games. (Just remember to pack your appetite.)

Day 4: Lucerne region • Italian lakes district • Venice

Travel via Lake Como to Venice
Day 5: Venice
Take a ferry to Venice
Take a guided tour of Venice

With your expert local guide you will see:
- St. Mark’s Square
- Grand Canal
Travel by water taxi to the island of Burano

See a glass-blowing demonstration

Explore Burano on your own

Enjoy a gondola ride
Day 6: Venice • Florence
Travel to Florence
Take a guided tour of Florence

With your expert local guide you will see:
- Piazza della Signoria
- Ponte Vecchio
- Basilica of Santa Croce
- Gates of Paradise

Day 7: Florence

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Pisa

Journey to Pisa on this half-day excursion. Enjoy a guided tour of the city’s Field of Miracles, where you can snap a picture of the 12th-century Leaning Tower, aslant ever since the third floor was built. This is where Galileo was said to have developed his laws of gravity. Also visit the adjacent cathedral and baptistery, which contain exquisite marble pulpits carved in the Gothic style.

Day 8: Florence • Assisi • Rome

Travel via Assisi to Rome

Tour Assisi with an expert local guide

Visit the Basilica of St. Francis
Day 9: Rome
Take a guided tour of Rome

With your expert local guide you will see:
- Colosseum
- Roman Forum
- Capitoline Hill
- St. Peter's Square and Basilica
Explore Rome during a food-themed walking tour
Day 10: Depart for home

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Day 10: Rome • Naples

Take a train to Naples and Pompeii

Tour the ruins of Pompeii with an expert local guide

Embark on a food-themed walking tour of Naples and enjoy dinner along the way

Day 11: Rome

Visit the Vatican

Take a guided tour of Vatican City

With your expert local guide you will visit:

Sistine Chapel
St. Peter's Basilica

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In the Kitchen: A sweet taste of Italy

Discover why food plays such an integral role in Italian culture as you dive into this hands-on cooking class led by expert chefs. Learn how to make delicious treats (like gelato or tiramisu!) and uncover the history of biscuits in Italy and why they’re used to celebrate special days there. At the end of the class, enjoy your delicious creations.

Day 12: Depart for home

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Day 1: Fly overnight to Switzerland
Day 2: Zurich • Lucerne region

Meet your Tour Director at the airport

Travel to Lucerne region