Italy Austria Swiss Paris London Grand tour package — 16N/17D itinerary, price and inclusions
The grandest European product on offer, a seventeen-day, seven-country epic spanning Italy, Austria, Switzerland, France and the UK. From Rome, Florence and Venice it crosses the Alps to Innsbruck, Salzburg and Vienna, returns through Switzerland for Jungfraujoch and Mt Titlis, then finishes with Paris and a three-night London stay reached by Eurostar. Highlights run from the Vatican and a Venice gondola to Swarovski Wattens, the Top of Europe, the Eiffel Tower and Big Ben, with Stonehenge optional. Return flights, UK and Schengen visa assistance, all breakfasts and fourteen Indian dinners are included, with an escorting tour manager throughout. It is the biggest-ticket itinerary of its kind, built for travellers who want to see it all in one journey. The pace is demanding; mountain excursions are weather permitting. starting at INR 4,20,000 per person. Covers Rome 2N, Florence 1N, Venice 1N, Innsbruck 1N, Salzburg 1N, Vienna 1N, Lucerne 2N, Zurich 1N, Paris 3N, London 3N.
Italy Austria Swiss Paris London Grand package highlights
- Vatican exterior and St Peter's
- Venice gondola and Pisa
- Swarovski Wattens
- Salzburg and Innsbruck
- Jungfraujoch, Mt Titlis
- Eurostar London-Paris
- Stonehenge optional
Italy Austria Swiss Paris London Grand day-by-day itinerary (16N/17D)
Day 1: Arrival in Rome
Arrive in Rome and transfer to your hotel. The evening is free to ease into the Eternal City, perhaps a walk to the Trevi Fountain or Piazza Navona. A relaxed start before the long circuit. Overnight in Rome.
Day 2: Vatican and ancient Rome
Visit the Vatican exterior with St Peter's Basilica and Square, then ancient Rome with the Colosseum exterior and the Roman Forum, plus the Trevi Fountain and Pantheon. Overnight in Rome.
Day 3: Rome to Florence with Pisa
Travel to Florence, often with a Pisa half-day to see the Leaning Tower. A walking tour covers the Duomo, Baptistery, Piazza della Signoria and the Ponte Vecchio. Overnight in Florence.
Day 4: Florence to Venice
Take the train to Venice for a gondola ride through the canals and a Murano glass demonstration, with a walk through St Mark's Square past the Basilica and Doge's Palace. Overnight in the Venice area.
Day 5: Venice to Innsbruck
Travel north across the Alps into Austria to Innsbruck. See the old town and the Golden Roof, set against a backdrop of mountains. Overnight in Innsbruck.
Day 6: Innsbruck to Salzburg via Swarovski
Visit the Swarovski Crystal Worlds at Wattens, then continue to Salzburg for a city tour taking in Mozart's birthplace, the Mirabell Gardens and the old town beneath the fortress. Overnight in Salzburg.
Day 7: Salzburg to Vienna
Travel to Vienna for a city tour of the Ringstrasse, the Hofburg, St Stephen's Cathedral and the Schonbrunn Palace exterior or gardens, with time for a Viennese café. Overnight in Vienna.
Day 8: Vienna to Lucerne
Travel back west into Switzerland to Lucerne for a walk through the old town with its Chapel Bridge and Lion Monument, plus free time on the lakefront. Overnight in Lucerne.
Day 9: Mt Titlis day
Ride the rotating Rotair cable car up Mt Titlis to the glacier, crossing the Cliff Walk and taking the Ice Flyer over crevasses, with snow at the top, weather permitting. Overnight in Lucerne.
Day 10: Jungfraujoch and on to Zurich
A Jungfraujoch excursion by cog-wheel train reaches the Top of Europe for the Sphinx deck and glacier views, weather permitting. Continue to Zurich for a city orientation. Overnight in Zurich.
Day 11: Zurich to Paris
Travel to Paris by high-speed train or flight as routed. On arrival, check in and, time permitting, take an evening walk along the Seine or watch the Eiffel Tower sparkle after dark. Overnight in Paris.
Day 12: Paris city tour and Eiffel
A city tour covers the Champs-Elysees, Arc de Triomphe and Louvre exterior, with an Eiffel Tower visit, a Seine cruise and a Versailles visit. Evening free. Overnight in Paris.
Day 13: Free day in Paris
A free day with an optional Disneyland Paris excursion, or city sights such as the Louvre and Montmartre, and shopping. Evening at leisure. Overnight in Paris.
Day 14: Paris to London by Eurostar
Board the Eurostar through the Channel Tunnel to London. A city tour takes in Buckingham Palace, Big Ben and the Tower Bridge area, with a Thames cruise. Overnight in London.
Day 15: London and optional Stonehenge
A free day in London, or an optional Stonehenge excursion to the prehistoric stone circle. City options include Madame Tussauds, the British Museum and shopping. Overnight in London.
Day 16: London at leisure
A second London day for optional sights: the London Eye, the Tower of London, a West End show, or shopping on Oxford Street. A relaxed final full day. Overnight in London.
Day 17: Departure
After breakfast, transfer to London airport for the return flight. Depending on timing, a final stroll or souvenir stop may be possible before departure.
Hotels in the Italy Austria Swiss Paris London Grand package
- Rome (4-star): NH Collection Roma Vittorio Veneto or similar
- Florence (4-star): NH Collection Firenze Porta Rossa or similar
- Venice (4-star): Hotel Pullman Venice Mestre or similar
- Innsbruck (3-star superior): Hotel Mercure Innsbruck Centre or similar
- Salzburg (3-star superior): Hotel Mercure Salzburg Central or similar
- Vienna (3-star superior): Hotel Mercure Wien City or similar
- Lucerne (4-star): Marriott AC Hotel Luzern or similar
- Zurich (4-star): Hilton Garden Inn Zurich Limmattal or similar
- Paris (4-star): NH Collection Paris Marquis or similar
- London (3-star superior): Premier Inn London County Hall or similar
What's included in the Italy Austria Swiss Paris London Grand package
- Return flights
- UK and Schengen visa assistance
- All breakfasts and fourteen Indian dinners
- Eurostar
- Vatican exterior, Pisa, gondola, Swarovski
- Jungfraujoch, Mt Titlis
- Eiffel, Seine, Versailles
- London city tour
- AC coach with tour manager throughout
What's not included
- Lunch
- Optional excursions
- UK and Schengen visa fees
- Travel insurance
Frequently asked questions
Are both UK and Schengen visas required?
Yes. Both visas are needed; Schengen covers all the continental stops.
Best season?
June to September for the best chance of good weather across all seven countries.
Are vegetarian or Jain meals available?
Yes. Fourteen Indian dinners with vegetarian options; Jain on request.
How much walking is involved?
Heavy. Plan 7 to 12 km on most days over 16 nights; this is a stamina-testing grand tour.
How early should I apply for visas?
At least 90 days for UK and 75 days for Schengen, given high summer demand.
Can the itinerary be customised?
Group dates fixed; bespoke private versions available at a substantial premium.
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