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92 Day 1. Arrive Rome. Arrive in Rome before midday and transfer to your hotel. This afternoon, join a local guide for a tour, taking in some of Rome's famous sights such as the Colosseum and the Piazza Navona. Tonight, enjoy a Welcome Dinner at a local restaurant. Two Night Stay: Rome, Hotel Bernini Bristol. D Day 2. Rome. Explore the Vatican on a tour that takes you through the Sistine Chapel. Later, see some of the city's early Roman sights, including the Spanish Steps and the Trevi Fountain. B Day 3. Rome, San Gimignano, Florence. Travel to the medieval town of San Gimignano. Over a light Tuscan lunch, you'll taste locally made olive oils, delicious antipasti and regional wines. Continue your journey to Florence and pay a visit to the Galleria dell'Accadamia, where exhibits include Michelangelo's statue of David. Two Night Stay: Florence, Grand Hotel Villa Medici. BL Day 4. Florence. Today, explore the city's sights on a guided tour. BD Day 5. Florence, Valpolicella, Venice. Journey through the Valpolicella wine region. Enjoy a light lunch at a historic mansion and vineyard owned by Count Serego Alighieri, a descendant of the poet Dante. Travel to Venice, where tonight you'll savour an Italian meal on the terrace of the Restaurant La Cusina. Two Night Stay: Venice, Westin Europa & Regina. BLD Day 6. Venice. On a guided tour, see the Bridge of Sighs, St Mark's Square and St Mark's Basilica, then visit a Venetian glass factory for a glass-blowing demonstration. After, embark on a magical gondola ride through the city. B Day 7. Venice, Verona, Innsbruck. Journey to Verona, tucked between Lake Garda and the river Adige. On a guided tour you'll be captivated by the winding lanes, ancient Roman ruins and majestic churches. Your adventure continues as you travel to Innsbruck. Stay: Innsbruck, Grand Hotel Europa. BD Day 8. Innsbruck, Lucerne. Discover the alpine city of Innsbruck with a local guide, taking you to the famous Golden Roof and the imperial palace. Later, travel to Lucerne where you'll enjoy a dinner at a folk restaurant tonight. Two Night Stay: Lucerne, Hotel Schweizerhof Luzern or similar. BD Day 9. Lucerne. Cruise over Lake Lucerne and admire the Swiss countryside. Then ride the world's steepest cog-wheel train to Mt Pilatus. B Day 10. Lucerne, Dijon. Sloping hills and stunning vineyards characterise the wine-growing landscapes surrounding the French city of Dijon, while mustard is perhaps the most famous export of this provincial city. Today, you'll join a local guide for a tour through the pleasant streets lined with elegant medieval and Renaissance buildings. Stay: Dijon, Grand Hotel La Cloche. BD Known as the gateway to central Switzerland, the beautiful lakeside city of Lucerne offers endless delights 28 Day Grand European with Magnificent Europe 13 Night Land Journey | 14 Night River Cruise from Amsterdam to Budapest Italy | Austria | Switzerland | France | Belgium | Netherlands | Germany | Slovakia | Hungary THE ULTIMATE TOUR OF EUROPE The Royal Collection RESTAURANT LA CUSINA It's hard to imagine something more perfect than gliding along Venice's canals aboard a romantic gondola ride. An experience to rival this however, is dining on the terrace of Restaurant La Cusina. Framed in black and white marble and overlooking the Grand Canal as well as the stunning Santa Maria della Salute church, each meal is prepared to perfection using the finest regional flavours. Freedom of Choice TM Inclusions Signature Invitation A Royal Invitation www.aptouring.com.au