24/11/2024
GREEN LINE - TOUR PROGRAMME (GO SOUTH)
PACKAGE RATE : 137,777/PAX
SWITZERLAND • ITALY • MONACO • SOUTH OF FRANCE • VATICAN CITY
DAY 1 – FRIDAY
MNL-CDG
ARRIVED AT CDG, PICK-UP AND PROCEED TO HOTEL
DAY 2 – SATURDAY
Paris - Lucerne (650 km)
After boarding the luxury coach in Paris, sit back and enjoy a scenic journey across classic French
countryside en route to mountainous Switzerland.
You’ll pass through Basel, which is located at the point where the Swiss, French and German borders
meet, before arriving at the picturesque lakeside city of Lucerne, nestled at the foot of the snowcapped Swiss Alps. If time allows, you will have a chance to shop or take pictures.
Overnight stay in Lucerne or city nearby
DAY 3 – SUNDAY
Lucerne - Milan - Venice (400 km)
Head south from Lucerne through spectacular Switzerland and into northern Italy, where your first stop
will be Milan, fashion capital of the world. Your orientation tour will introduce you to the city’s iconic
sights, including the vast Gothic cathedral (Duomo). You’ll also see the planet’s oldest shopping mall,
the 19th-century Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II, where you can wander among the boutique shops and
have lunch in one of the refined cafes.
After enjoying the many delights of Milan, you’ll head to another vintage Italian city: Venice.
Overnight stay in Venice Island or city nearby
DAY 4 – MONDAY
Venice - Rome (550 km)
Spend the morning in the company of a knowledgeable local guide as you explore Venice, the most
magical of cities. Begin with a waterbus ride to San Marco Island, a memorable crossing of the lagoon
that gives you a real taste of the city’s charm as you approach the dreamy spires and distinctive
waterside buildings. Once on the island you’ll be led around some of Venice’s best-known locations,
beginning in the Piazzo with the Basilica di San Marco, a stunning piece of Byzantine architecture.
You’ll also see the legendary Bridge of Sighs, which appears on many a postcard or picture of Venice
and connects the old prison to the interrogation rooms in the Doge’s Palace.
Afterwards you’ll have a chance to see some traditional Venetian craftwork at close quarters with a
demonstration by Murano glassblowers; their exquisite creations make excellent souvenirs. Of course,
the ultimate Venice activity is to ride through the warren of waterways on a gondola, and for most
people this optional excursion is a must. Step aboard, relax and enjoy this once-in-a-lifetime
experience. Transfer to Rome in the afternoon.
Overnight stay in Rome or city nearby
DAY 5 – TUESDAY
Rome - Vatican - Arezzo (280 km)
Your day in Rome starts with a visit to the smallest country in the world, The Vatican City, which lies at
the heart of the Italian capital. Here you’ll marvel at St Peter’s Basilica, home to Pope Francis and
arguably the most significant site in Christianity. The exquisitely beautiful Basilica has been present
here for almost 1,700 years and contains a bewildering collection of paintings, frescoes and design
crafted by some of humanity’s most famous artists, which you can explore. Alternatively, you can
choose to add on the optional Sistine Chapel tour to view Michelangelo’s famous painted ceiling.
Next you will visit famous sights of Rome; the Colosseum, built in AD 72. History comes to life as you
imagine yourself witnessing gladiatorial combat inside the spectacular Amphitheatre. After the
Colosseum, get up close to the nearby Arch of Constantine, which dates back to the fourth century AD.
To complete our visit to Rome we will visit the magnificent Reunification Memorial Hall, the Victor
Emmanuel II National Monument, which was built to honour King Victor Emmanuel II who unified Italy.
In the afternoon we’ll depart for Florence, known as the cradle of culture.
Overnight stay in Arezzo or city nearby
DAY 6 – WEDNESDAY
Arezzo - Florence - Pisa - Genoa (250 km)
Your voyage of cultural discovery continues as you get to know Florence, the birthplace of the Italian
Renaissance and home to some fabulous architecture and fine art. Begin the day by taking in a
wonderful panoramic overview of the city from Piazzale Michelangelo, which boasts glorious vistas over
the red roofs, Arno River and ancient city walls out towards the surrounding countryside.
Next you can see a demonstration of the traditional craft of leather working at close quarters in a local
workshop, and you’ll also have the opportunity to purchase some of the high-quality leather items for
which the city is famous. From here you’ll enjoy a guided walk around Florence’s many highlights,
including the Ponte Vecchio over the Arno, the Piazza del Duomo and Campanile Tower.
You’ll pass the Uffizi Gallery, which contains one of the most notable art collections in Florence. You’ll
have free time to see the city further, to shop or to watch the world go by from a street side cafe,
before travelling on to your next destination, Pisa.
Here you are free to wander, but be sure to have your camera ready to get a shot of the iconic Leaning
Tower, the famous bell tower in the ‘Square of Miracles’, which also contains the centuries-old
Cathedral and Baptistery, after that we are transferring towards a city nearby Genoa in the late evening
for stay.
Please note we will not visit the city Genoa.
Overnight stay in Genoa or city nearby
DAY 7 – THURSDAY
Genoa - Monaco - Nice - Cannes - Avignon (450 km)
A breath-taking drive along one of Europe’s most famous stretches of Mediterranean coastline awaits
as you say
arrivederci to Italy and arrive in Monaco in the afternoon. This small principality, home to the famous
Formula 1 Grand
Prix. A walking sightseeing tour here takes you to the grand Prince’s Palace, where you’ll have some
free time to soak
up the refined atmosphere, before continuing on to view the 1920s Courthouse, the Cliffside
Oceanographic Museum,
and the Cathedral, where Grace Kelly is buried. The southern region of France is renowned for its
perfume production.
Along the way, pass through a town known for its perfume production and make a stop at a perfume
factory for a tour.
Tour members can take this opportunity to select their favourite fragrances. Next, it’s Nice, where
you’ll stop for lunch to
sample some excellent local cuisine and warm-hearted hospitality. Your journey continues to Cannes,
where many a
movie star has enjoyed the sweet smell of success. Be sure to take the opportunity to snap some
photos of the Palais
des Festival, home to the city’s annual international film festival, before transferring to overnight in a
city nearby Avignon.
Please note we will not visit the city Avignon.
Please note we will not visit the city Avignon.
Overnight stay in Avignon or city nearby
DAY 8 – FRIDAY
Avignon - Paris (700 km)
Take a well-earned rest today as you sit back and enjoy great views of the changing rural charms of the
French countryside on the journey north to Paris,
FLIGHT BACK TO MANILA
