London and Rome
Centuries' worth of history come into focus in these two amazing cities—centers of culture, politics and significant world events.
Rome and London each once ruled the world, and monuments of those empires remain today, from the impressive Pantheon to the majestic Houses of Parliament. Experience two of Europe’s most historically significant capital cities on this cultural journey into the past.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.
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Day 1: Fly overnight to England
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Day 2: London
Meet your Tour Director at the airportTake a walking tour of London
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Day 3: London
Take a guided tour of London
With your expert local guide you will see:
- Big Ben and Houses of Parliament
- Piccadilly Circus
- St. Paul’s Cathedral
- Westminster Abbey
- Changing of the Guard at Buckingham Palace (if scheduled)
Explore on your own orAdd this in-depth excursion:
Windsor
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Day 4: London
Visit the Tower of London
Explore Borough Market
Enjoy a theater performance
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Day 5: London • Rome
Fly to Rome
Take a tour of Rome by night
With your expert local guide you will see:
- Trevi Fountain
- Pantheon
- Piazza Navona
- Spanish Steps
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Day 6: Rome
Take a guided tour of Vatican City
With your expert local guide you will visit:
- Sistine Chapel
- St. Peter’s Basilica
Explore on your own orAdd this in-depth excursion:
Gladiator school experience
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Day 7: Rome
Visit the ColosseumTour Rome with an expert local guide
Visit the Roman ForumTake a walking tour of the Campo dei Fiori Market and the Borghese Gardens
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Day 8: Depart for home
Add 3 more days
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Day 8: Rome • Bologna
Travel by high-speed train to Bologna
Take a food-themed guided tour of Bologna
Enjoy time to explore Mercato di Mezzo, which dates back to medieval times
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Day 9: Bologna • Ravenna
Take a day trip to Ravenna
Tour Ravenna with an expert local guide
Visit the Basilica of San Vitale and National Museum of Ravenna
Time to explore in Ravenna
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Day 10: Bologna • Milan
Travel to Milan via Parma and Modena
Stop in Parma to sample delicious Parmesan cheese
Visit an acetaia, where you will:
- Learn about production of traditional balsamic vinegar
- Taste the local product
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Day 11: Depart for home
