Artists of Italy and France
The Renaissance gave us a new dimension of beauty and a different way to look at the world—and it was the ancient Roman Empire that laid the framework for this to happen.
Explore how these cultural periods in history influenced the artistic masterpieces found in the Sistine Chapel, the Louvre, and beyond.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
Take a guided tour of Vatican City
With your expert local guide you will visit:
- Sistine Chapel
- St. Peter’s Basilica
Explore Rome on your own
Explore on your own orAdd this in-depth excursion:
Colosseum & Roman Forum
Step inside two centers of public life in Ancient Rome: the Colosseum and the Roman Forum. The Colosseum is one of history's most famed arenas. As you learn about the gladiatorial contests, executions, animal hunts, and plays that were held here, close your eyes and imagine the roar of the crowd (it's believed that it could hold up to 80,000 spectators during the height of the Roman Empire!). Then, stand in the Roman Forum, the former heart of the Roman Empire, where Julius Caesar gave many of his powerful political speeches.
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Day 4: Rome
Visit the Borghese Gallery
Take a bike ride in the Villa Borghese gardens
Participate in a painting class -
Day 5: Rome • 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
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Day 6: Florence • Milan
Arrive in Florence
Visit the Accademia Gallery
Participate in a fresco art workshop
Take a train to Milan
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Day 7: Milan • Paris
Fly to Paris
Catch a glimpse of Notre-Dame Cathedral
Take a tour of the Latin Quarter
Visit the Louvre
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Day 8: 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
Participate in an art activity
Enjoy a Seine River cruise
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Day 9: Paris
Visit Musée d’Orsay
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.
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Day 10: Depart for home
Add 2 more days
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Day 10: Paris • Bruges • Brussels
Travel via Bruges to Brussels
Take a walking tour of Bruges
Enjoy a cruise of the Bruges canals
Visit the Groeningemuseum
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Day 11: Brussels
Visit the Royal Museums of Fine Arts of Belgium
Explore Brussels on your own
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Day 12: 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
Take a guided tour of Vatican City
With your expert local guide you will visit:
- Sistine Chapel
- St. Peter’s Basilica
Explore Rome on your own
Explore on your own orAdd this in-depth excursion:
Colosseum & Roman Forum
Step inside two centers of public life in Ancient Rome: the Colosseum and the Roman Forum. The Colosseum is one of history's most famed arenas. As you learn about the gladiatorial contests, executions, animal hunts, and plays that were held here, close your eyes and imagine the roar of the crowd (it's believed that it could hold up to 80,000 spectators during the height of the Roman Empire!). Then, stand in the Roman Forum, the former heart of the Roman Empire, where Julius Caesar gave many of his powerful political speeches.
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Day 4: Rome
Visit the Borghese Gallery
Take a bike ride in the Villa Borghese gardens
Participate in a painting class -
Day 5: Rome • 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
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Day 6: Florence • Milan
Arrive in Florence
Visit the Accademia Gallery
Participate in a fresco art workshop
Take a train to Milan
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Day 7: Milan • Paris
Fly to Paris
Catch a glimpse of Notre-Dame Cathedral
Take a tour of the Latin Quarter
Visit the Louvre
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Day 8: 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
Participate in an art activity
Enjoy a Seine River cruise
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Day 9: Paris
Visit Musée d’Orsay
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.
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Day 10: Depart for home
Add 2 more days
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Day 10: Paris • Bruges • Brussels
Travel via Bruges to Brussels
Take a walking tour of Bruges
Enjoy a cruise of the Bruges canals
Visit the Groeningemuseum
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Day 11: Brussels
Visit the Royal Museums of Fine Arts of Belgium
Explore Brussels on your own
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Day 12: Depart for home
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Your experience includes
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Airfare & transportation
Round-trip flights on major carriers; Comfortable motorcoach; Internal flight
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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 (lunch instead of dinner on Day 4)
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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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Guided Sightseeing
4 sightseeing tours led by expert, licensed local guides
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Entrances
Sistine Chapel; St. Peter’s Basilica; painting lesson; Galleria Borghese; bike ride; Accademia Gallery; create-a-fresco; Louvre; art activity; Musée d’Orsay; with extension: canal cruise; Groeninge Museum; Royal Museums of Fine Arts of Belgium; chocolate tasting
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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.
Lowest price
Price is valid for students under the age of 20 at the time of travel that room in triples and quads. Minimum participation is required. Change and cancellation fees of up to the total price will apply. Applicable airline baggage fees are not included and can be found at www.eftours.com/baggage. Program price is valid today only.
Price displayed includes an Early Enrollment Discount; restrictions apply. To determine if you qualify, please contact your Tour Consultant. Tours departing between 10/1/2023 and 9/30/2024 may be eligible for a $100 discount. Tours departing 10/1/2024 and beyond may be eligible for a $200 discount; restrictions apply.