From Italy to France
Duration
8 Days
Physical rate
Moderate
Starting city
Rome
Available
April 2025 / March 2026
Cities to visit:
Rome; Pisa; Sestri Levante; Costa Azul; Sainte Maxime; Saint-Tropez; Marseille, Provenza Alpes Costa Azul; Arles; Avignon; Lyon; Tournus; Savigny Castles; Beaune, Burgundy; Dijon; Abbey Of Fontenay; Semur-En-Auxois; Vezelay; Paris
Detailed day by day description
Introduction
Dear Traveler: thank you for choosing us to perform this Tour! We hope you enjoy your trip.
Here we give you a guidance on their tour with the information that we believe may be of your interest. The information is indicative, may exist variations on designated hours.
TRANSFER from the airport, if you have it included or purchasing. Our transfer will be waiting for you with a poster on behalf of Europamundo or its name to the output of the custom (after collecting your luggage)..
Remember to inform us by phone if you lost your connection flight or expected delay of their arrival, in your VOUCHER figure the phone of the transfer.
IMPORTANT: If you had additional nights upon arrival the hotel will have your reservation, but his travel guide normally will not be until the night before the start of the tour.
Day
IMPORTANT:
-Please note that hotel check-in time is usually at 02:00 p.m. If you require earlier room availability, consider booking an additional night at the beginning of your trip.
-If you requested additional nights, your room will be ready upon arrival at the hotel, but your trip guide will only contact you when the included activities begin. At the reception, you will find an information sign with our staff’s telephone number and hours of assistance. Until then, you have free time to enjoy at your leisure. The hotel staff can assist you with any information you need.
Note: The schedules provided in this itinerary are indicative. The guide may adjust them as needed to enhance the trip experience.
WELCOME TO ROME!
Upon arrival, we’ll provide a transfer from the airport to your hotel. Information about the start of your tour will be provided in the afternoon or can be found on the informational signs at the hotel reception.
6:30 p.m. - Transfer to Via Cavour, a wonderful introduction to Rome. Here, you can enjoy a variety of restaurants offering Italian, Indian, Chinese, and international cuisine. Afterward, we’ll provide a return transfer to the hotel.
-Please note that hotel check-in time is usually at 02:00 p.m. If you require earlier room availability, consider booking an additional night at the beginning of your trip.
-If you requested additional nights, your room will be ready upon arrival at the hotel, but your trip guide will only contact you when the included activities begin. At the reception, you will find an information sign with our staff’s telephone number and hours of assistance. Until then, you have free time to enjoy at your leisure. The hotel staff can assist you with any information you need.
Note: The schedules provided in this itinerary are indicative. The guide may adjust them as needed to enhance the trip experience.
WELCOME TO ROME!
Upon arrival, we’ll provide a transfer from the airport to your hotel. Information about the start of your tour will be provided in the afternoon or can be found on the informational signs at the hotel reception.
6:30 p.m. - Transfer to Via Cavour, a wonderful introduction to Rome. Here, you can enjoy a variety of restaurants offering Italian, Indian, Chinese, and international cuisine. Afterward, we’ll provide a return transfer to the hotel.
In the morning, we’ll go on a panoramic tour with a local guide lasting approximately three hours through the Eternal City, one of the oldest and most influential cities in Western civilization. The tour will combine a bus ride with a walking section through part of Imperial Rome, where we’ll see, among other highlights, the Arch of Constantine, the exterior of the Colosseum, and the Imperial Forums—an architectural complex that was the political heart of the ancient world.
During the bus route, we’ll pass by iconic landmarks such as the Circus Maximus, the Basilica of Saint Mary in Cosmedin with the Bocca della Verità (Mouth of Truth), the Republican Temples, the Baths of Caracalla, the Aurelian Walls, the Basilica of Saint Mary Major, the Archbasilica of Saint John Lateran, the Basilica of Saint Mary in Domnica (Navicella), the Pyramid of Cestius, Porta San Paolo, Tiber Island, Lungotevere Avenue with the Babylonian-style Jewish Synagogue, and the exterior of Castel Sant’Angelo.
This tour will end around 11:00 a.m. in Vatican City , an independent state within the city of Rome and the center of the Catholic Church. For those most interested, after the panoramic tour, our guide will offer an optional visit to explore in greater detail the most notable rooms of the Vatican Museums and the Sistine Chapel.
Free afternoon.
06:00 p.m. – At the end of the day, we’ll include a transfer to the popular Trastevere neighborhood . There will be dining options at traditional trattorias or international restaurants. Return to the hotel will be at approximately 08:30 p.m.
During the bus route, we’ll pass by iconic landmarks such as the Circus Maximus, the Basilica of Saint Mary in Cosmedin with the Bocca della Verità (Mouth of Truth), the Republican Temples, the Baths of Caracalla, the Aurelian Walls, the Basilica of Saint Mary Major, the Archbasilica of Saint John Lateran, the Basilica of Saint Mary in Domnica (Navicella), the Pyramid of Cestius, Porta San Paolo, Tiber Island, Lungotevere Avenue with the Babylonian-style Jewish Synagogue, and the exterior of Castel Sant’Angelo.
This tour will end around 11:00 a.m. in Vatican City , an independent state within the city of Rome and the center of the Catholic Church. For those most interested, after the panoramic tour, our guide will offer an optional visit to explore in greater detail the most notable rooms of the Vatican Museums and the Sistine Chapel.
Free afternoon.
06:00 p.m. – At the end of the day, we’ll include a transfer to the popular Trastevere neighborhood . There will be dining options at traditional trattorias or international restaurants. Return to the hotel will be at approximately 08:30 p.m.
Total distance covered: 718 km.
07:30 a.m. – Departure from Rome. We’ll travel north through Italy, enjoying beautiful scenery along the way. We´ll make a stop at a freeway service area.
12:00 p.m. - Pisa. A small train will take us from the tourist parking area to the Piazza dei Miracoli, where you´ll see the famous Leaning Tower. Lunch will be included.
01:30 p.m. – Departure from Pisa. The next part of our journey features breathtaking scenic beauty.
03:00 p.m. - Sestri Levante - A brief stop to enjoy this charming seaside tourist town.
04:00 p.m. – Departure from Sestri Levante. We’ll continue our journey to the French Riviera.
09:00 p.m. - Nice. Accommodation will be provided, though sometimes it may be in a nearby town on the French Riviera.
Note: Occasionally, if the number of travelers is limited, part of the tour may be conducted by train.
07:30 a.m. – Departure from Rome. We’ll travel north through Italy, enjoying beautiful scenery along the way. We´ll make a stop at a freeway service area.
12:00 p.m. - Pisa. A small train will take us from the tourist parking area to the Piazza dei Miracoli, where you´ll see the famous Leaning Tower. Lunch will be included.
01:30 p.m. – Departure from Pisa. The next part of our journey features breathtaking scenic beauty.
03:00 p.m. - Sestri Levante - A brief stop to enjoy this charming seaside tourist town.
04:00 p.m. – Departure from Sestri Levante. We’ll continue our journey to the French Riviera.
09:00 p.m. - Nice. Accommodation will be provided, though sometimes it may be in a nearby town on the French Riviera.
Note: Occasionally, if the number of travelers is limited, part of the tour may be conducted by train.
Total distance covered: 230 km
Scenery: Today, we’ll explore the stunning Côte d´Azur and the Mediterranean coastline.
08:30 a.m. – Transfer to Nice’s city center for a panoramic tour by bus or free time to stroll along the famous Promenade des Anglais, Masséna Square, and other points of interest.
10:00 a.m. – Departure from Nice. We’ll travel through the breathtaking landscapes of Provence, a region known for its fragrant olive groves, cork oaks, and pine trees.
11:30 a.m. – Arrival in Sainte-Maxime, a charming coastal town. Enjoy some time to wander through its narrow streets and admire its beautiful architecture, which blends Art Deco, Provençal, and modern styles. Don’t miss the Tour Carrée, a 16th-century watchtower in the heart of the city.
12:30 p.m. (approx.) – From the port of Sainte-Maxime, we’ll board a sightseeing boat to admire the magnificent views of the gulf as we make our way to the glamorous town of Saint-Tropez. Boarding times may vary slightly depending on the season.
01:00 p.m. – Arrival in Saint-Tropez, one of the most famous destinations on the Côte d´Azur. Despite its popularity among celebrities, the town still retains its traditional charm. At its historic fishing port, you’ll see some of the world’s most luxurious yachts. Free time to explore and have lunch.
03:00 p.m. – Departure from Saint-Tropez.
05:15 p.m. – Arrival in Marseille, France’s second-largest city after Paris. This bustling port city in Provence is full of contrasts. You’ll have time to explore its historic upper town, stroll along its grand 19th-century boulevards, or relax on its beaches. We recommend visiting the lively Vieux-Port (Old Port), the vibrant heart of the city.
Scenery: Today, we’ll explore the stunning Côte d´Azur and the Mediterranean coastline.
08:30 a.m. – Transfer to Nice’s city center for a panoramic tour by bus or free time to stroll along the famous Promenade des Anglais, Masséna Square, and other points of interest.
10:00 a.m. – Departure from Nice. We’ll travel through the breathtaking landscapes of Provence, a region known for its fragrant olive groves, cork oaks, and pine trees.
11:30 a.m. – Arrival in Sainte-Maxime, a charming coastal town. Enjoy some time to wander through its narrow streets and admire its beautiful architecture, which blends Art Deco, Provençal, and modern styles. Don’t miss the Tour Carrée, a 16th-century watchtower in the heart of the city.
12:30 p.m. (approx.) – From the port of Sainte-Maxime, we’ll board a sightseeing boat to admire the magnificent views of the gulf as we make our way to the glamorous town of Saint-Tropez. Boarding times may vary slightly depending on the season.
01:00 p.m. – Arrival in Saint-Tropez, one of the most famous destinations on the Côte d´Azur. Despite its popularity among celebrities, the town still retains its traditional charm. At its historic fishing port, you’ll see some of the world’s most luxurious yachts. Free time to explore and have lunch.
03:00 p.m. – Departure from Saint-Tropez.
05:15 p.m. – Arrival in Marseille, France’s second-largest city after Paris. This bustling port city in Provence is full of contrasts. You’ll have time to explore its historic upper town, stroll along its grand 19th-century boulevards, or relax on its beaches. We recommend visiting the lively Vieux-Port (Old Port), the vibrant heart of the city.
Total distance covered: 380 km.
Scenery: Villages, landscapes, and history—today we’ll see some of the most beautiful places in Provence.
08:00 a.m. – Departure from Marseille.
09:15 a.m. - Arles. We´ll stop to visit this World Heritage city, showcasing its Roman and medieval legacy. Its light captivated great painters, such as Van Gogh, who immortalized it in some of his canvases.
10:30 a.m. – Departure from Arles.
11:00 a.m. - Les Baux. We’ll explore this small medieval village and include admission to Carrières de Lumières, an impressive underground show that combines art, image, and sound in its old quarries.
12:15 p.m. – Departure from Carrières de Lumières.
01:00 p.m. - Avignon. Time for lunch and a walk in this small walled city in Provence on the banks of the Rhône. It was the seat of the Catholic Popes, becoming the second Rome until 1791 when it was integrated into France. Its immense Palais des Papes reveals its past.
03:30 p.m. - Avignon. We’ll head towards the interior of France.
06:15 p.m. - Lyon. Arrival in the third-largest city in France, proud of its remarkable historical past. We’ll walk through the Lyon Old Town, declared a World Heritage Site, and include a funicular ride to Notre-Dame de Fourvière, an immense basilica offering a great view over the city.
Note: If tickets for the Carrières de Lumières show are unavailable due to closure or high demand, we will instead transfer to the Roman aqueduct of Pont du Gard.
Scenery: Villages, landscapes, and history—today we’ll see some of the most beautiful places in Provence.
08:00 a.m. – Departure from Marseille.
09:15 a.m. - Arles. We´ll stop to visit this World Heritage city, showcasing its Roman and medieval legacy. Its light captivated great painters, such as Van Gogh, who immortalized it in some of his canvases.
10:30 a.m. – Departure from Arles.
11:00 a.m. - Les Baux. We’ll explore this small medieval village and include admission to Carrières de Lumières, an impressive underground show that combines art, image, and sound in its old quarries.
12:15 p.m. – Departure from Carrières de Lumières.
01:00 p.m. - Avignon. Time for lunch and a walk in this small walled city in Provence on the banks of the Rhône. It was the seat of the Catholic Popes, becoming the second Rome until 1791 when it was integrated into France. Its immense Palais des Papes reveals its past.
03:30 p.m. - Avignon. We’ll head towards the interior of France.
06:15 p.m. - Lyon. Arrival in the third-largest city in France, proud of its remarkable historical past. We’ll walk through the Lyon Old Town, declared a World Heritage Site, and include a funicular ride to Notre-Dame de Fourvière, an immense basilica offering a great view over the city.
Note: If tickets for the Carrières de Lumières show are unavailable due to closure or high demand, we will instead transfer to the Roman aqueduct of Pont du Gard.
Total distance covered: 220 km.
Scenery: Burgundy’s wine region with exceptional vineyards.
08:30 a.m. - After breakfast, we will leave Lyon and head towards Burgundy.
10:00 a.m. - Tournus. Time to stroll through this pleasant small town with picturesque alleys, an immense stone gate, and a large abbey, one of the largest Romanesque monuments in France.
11:00 a.m. – Departure from Tournus.
11:45 a.m. - Beaune. We’ll stop to visit and have lunch in the wine capital of Burgundy. You can visit the wine museum or the historic hospice.
02:30 p.m. – Departure from Beaune.
03:00 p.m. - Savigny Castle. In the heart of this wine region, we will visit Savigny Castle, built in the fifteenth century and home to extraordinary museums featuring motorcycles, race cars, airplanes, and helicopters.
04:30 p.m. – Departure from Savigny Castle.
05:30 p.m. - Dijon. Arrival in the capital of Burgundy, with lively streets and a vibrant atmosphere. Once the capital of a powerful duchy in the late Middle Ages, Dijon preserves a rich architectural heritage of medieval and Renaissance buildings, with the Palace of the Dukes standing out as a highlight.
Scenery: Burgundy’s wine region with exceptional vineyards.
08:30 a.m. - After breakfast, we will leave Lyon and head towards Burgundy.
10:00 a.m. - Tournus. Time to stroll through this pleasant small town with picturesque alleys, an immense stone gate, and a large abbey, one of the largest Romanesque monuments in France.
11:00 a.m. – Departure from Tournus.
11:45 a.m. - Beaune. We’ll stop to visit and have lunch in the wine capital of Burgundy. You can visit the wine museum or the historic hospice.
02:30 p.m. – Departure from Beaune.
03:00 p.m. - Savigny Castle. In the heart of this wine region, we will visit Savigny Castle, built in the fifteenth century and home to extraordinary museums featuring motorcycles, race cars, airplanes, and helicopters.
04:30 p.m. – Departure from Savigny Castle.
05:30 p.m. - Dijon. Arrival in the capital of Burgundy, with lively streets and a vibrant atmosphere. Once the capital of a powerful duchy in the late Middle Ages, Dijon preserves a rich architectural heritage of medieval and Renaissance buildings, with the Palace of the Dukes standing out as a highlight.
Total distance covered: 387 km.
Scenery: Small villages in the Dordogne with relaxing hill and vineyard landscapes.
08:30 a.m. – Departure from Dijon. We’ll continue touring Burgundy.
10:00 a.m. - Fontenay Abbey. Admission is included to visit this abbey, a masterpiece of the Cistercian order and a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
11:00 a.m. – Departure from Fontenay Abbey.
11:30 a.m. - Semur-en-Auxois. We’ll stop to explore this charming medieval town with narrow streets, palaces, and half-timbered houses surrounded by impressive ancient walls that will transport you back in time.
12:30 p.m. – Departure from Semur-en-Auxois. We’ll continue along the interior of Burgundy.
01:30 p.m. - Vézelay. Time for lunch and a stroll in one of the most beautiful villages in France. Its immense basilica was one of the starting points of the Way of St. James.
04:00 p.m. – Departure from Vézelay.
07:00 p.m. - Paris.
Scenery: Small villages in the Dordogne with relaxing hill and vineyard landscapes.
08:30 a.m. – Departure from Dijon. We’ll continue touring Burgundy.
10:00 a.m. - Fontenay Abbey. Admission is included to visit this abbey, a masterpiece of the Cistercian order and a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
11:00 a.m. – Departure from Fontenay Abbey.
11:30 a.m. - Semur-en-Auxois. We’ll stop to explore this charming medieval town with narrow streets, palaces, and half-timbered houses surrounded by impressive ancient walls that will transport you back in time.
12:30 p.m. – Departure from Semur-en-Auxois. We’ll continue along the interior of Burgundy.
01:30 p.m. - Vézelay. Time for lunch and a stroll in one of the most beautiful villages in France. Its immense basilica was one of the starting points of the Way of St. James.
04:00 p.m. – Departure from Vézelay.
07:00 p.m. - Paris.
After breakfast, our journey will come to an end, leaving you with wonderful lasting memories.
Note: Please be aware that the hotel check-out time is usually 10:00 a.m. You can leave your luggage in reception upon check-out, allowing you to explore the city without carrying your bags. You can retrieve your luggage at your convenience later in the day. If you require additional time to use your room, we recommend booking an extra night at the end of your tour.
Note: Please be aware that the hotel check-out time is usually 10:00 a.m. You can leave your luggage in reception upon check-out, allowing you to explore the city without carrying your bags. You can retrieve your luggage at your convenience later in the day. If you require additional time to use your room, we recommend booking an extra night at the end of your tour.
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