London, Paris, Florence, and Rome (R)
How does the Duomo in Florence compare to the Colosseum in Rome?
Which unmistakable building makes a stronger impact on you—the Arc de Triomphe in Paris or the Houses of Parliament in London? Explore these four iconic cities in one fell swoop and connect their histories and cultures, gaining worldly perspectives to draw on for the rest of your life.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 Italy
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Day 2: Rome
Meet your Tour Director at the airport -
Day 3: Rome
Travel to Rome
Visit the ColosseumTake a guided tour of Rome
With your expert local guide you will visit:
- Colosseum
- Roman Forum
Visit the Roman ForumSee Capitoline Hill and the Piazza del Campidoglio
Participate in a student activity
Explore on your own orAdd this in-depth excursion: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.
Exploration time in Rome
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Day 4: Rome • Florence
Visit the Vatican
Take a guided tour of Vatican City
With your expert local guide you will visit:
- Sistine Chapel
- St. Peter's Basilica
Travel to Florence
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Day 5: Florence • Milan
Arrive in Florence
Visit San Miniato al Monte
Enjoy a gelato tasting
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
Explore Florence on your own
Travel to Milan
Take a food walking tour with an expert local guide
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Day 6: Milan • Paris
Fly to Paris
Catch a glimpse of Notre-Dame Cathedral
Visit the Louvre
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Day 7: 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
Explore on your own orAdd this in-depth excursion:Versailles
Enjoy an excursion to the grand palace of Versailles, where Louis XIV held court in the most lavish style imaginable. On a tour, stroll through the elegantly landscaped gardens, the historic Hall of Mirrors, and the ornately decorated State Apartments. Note: Versailles is closed on Mondays.
Exploration time in Paris
Enjoy a Seine River cruise
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Day 8: Paris • London
Take the Eurostar to London
Visit the Tower of London
Take a walking tour of London
With your Tour Director you will see:
- Trafalgar Square
- Leicester Square
- Covent Garden
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Day 9: London
Take a guided tour of London
With your expert local guide you will see:
- Green Park
- Buckingham Palace
- Parliament Square
Explore on your own orAdd this in-depth excursion:London Eye
Soar into the sky aboard the London Eye, a 40-story, 32-capsule observation wheel that offers spectacular views of the city. Also enjoy the 4D Experience, a 3D film complete with in-theater special effects like wind, snow, and mist.
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Day 10: 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 -
Day 3: Rome
Travel to Rome
Visit the ColosseumTake a guided tour of Rome
With your expert local guide you will visit:
- Colosseum
- Roman Forum
Visit the Roman ForumSee Capitoline Hill and the Piazza del Campidoglio
Participate in a student activity
Explore on your own orAdd this in-depth excursion: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.
Exploration time in Rome
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Day 4: Rome • Florence
Visit the Vatican
Take a guided tour of Vatican City
With your expert local guide you will visit:
- Sistine Chapel
- St. Peter's Basilica
Travel to Florence
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Day 5: Florence • Milan
Arrive in Florence
Visit San Miniato al Monte
Enjoy a gelato tasting
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
Explore Florence on your own
Travel to Milan
Take a food walking tour with an expert local guide
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Day 6: Milan • Paris
Fly to Paris
Catch a glimpse of Notre-Dame Cathedral
Visit the Louvre
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Day 7: 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
Explore on your own orAdd this in-depth excursion:Versailles
Enjoy an excursion to the grand palace of Versailles, where Louis XIV held court in the most lavish style imaginable. On a tour, stroll through the elegantly landscaped gardens, the historic Hall of Mirrors, and the ornately decorated State Apartments. Note: Versailles is closed on Mondays.
Exploration time in Paris
Enjoy a Seine River cruise
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Day 8: Paris • London
Take the Eurostar to London
Visit the Tower of London
Take a walking tour of London
With your Tour Director you will see:
- Trafalgar Square
- Leicester Square
- Covent Garden
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Day 9: London
Take a guided tour of London
With your expert local guide you will see:
- Green Park
- Buckingham Palace
- Parliament Square
Explore on your own orAdd this in-depth excursion:London Eye
Soar into the sky aboard the London Eye, a 40-story, 32-capsule observation wheel that offers spectacular views of the city. Also enjoy the 4D Experience, a 3D film complete with in-theater special effects like wind, snow, and mist.
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Day 10: Depart for home
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Your experience includes
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Airfare & transportation
Round-trip flights on major carriers; internal flight; comfortable motorcoach; Eurostar high-speed train
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Hotels
8 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
5 sightseeing tours led by expert, licensed local guides (7 with extension); 1 walking tour led by your Tour Director
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Entrances
Tower of London; Louvre; Seine River cruise; food-themed walking tour; Colosseum; Roman Forum; (with extension: Pompeii Roman ruins; Capri boat cruise)
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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.