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Tour Austria Belgium Brenner Pass United Kingdom Brussels Dijon England Europe France + 11 More Frankfurt Germany Innsbruck Italy Switzerland Rhine Cruise Rhine River Romantic Road Rothenburg Cosmos 10 Day Tour from London to Paris

If you want to see Western Europe’s main highlights but don’t have much time, this European tour is the vacation for you! Visit England, Belgium, Germany, Austria, Italy, Switzerland, and France and see London, Brussels, Innsbruck, Venice, Lucerne, Dijon, and Paris. After spending some time in London, you’ll travel to Brussels on the Eurostar train, the easiest way to connect the two European cities. You will then carry on by tour coach through Germany to medieval Rothenburg, a walled town that has retained its fascinating character. Relax and take in the wonderful views of castle-crested hills, terraced vineyards, and pretty wine towns on the included scenic cruise along the Rhine River. Take a boat ride in Venice along the Giudecca Canal to St. Mark’s Square and admire some of the palazzos and maze of streets. While in Venice, take the opportunity to watch glassblowers create their works as they have done for centuries. Another must-see on this iconic Europe tour is Lucerne, one of Switzerland’s finest cities, situated on the shores of breathtaking Lake Lucerne and nestled within the snow-capped Swiss Alps.

Last, but not least, visit Paris, capital of France and one of the most celebrated cities on the old Continent. Here, your tour guide will show you some of the most famous sights. In a short time, this affordable European tour offers it all—historic sights, big cities, quaint towns, and scenic beauty.

Day 1: ARRIVE IN LONDON, ENGLAND

Check into your hotel. Uniformed hosts are available to help you make the most of your stay.

Day 2: LONDON

London’s calling with a free day to explore on your own or join in the brilliant fun of an optional excursion. Rise and shine this morning for an optional guided excursion to see the sights of Parliament, Big Ben, Westminster Abbey, Buckingham Palace and more.This afternoon, consider an optional visit to Windsor Castle or the Tower of London – home of the Crown Jewels. This evening, a traditional dining experience followed by a guided nighttime cruise along the Thames River, delivers some of the capital's most beautiful, illuminated sights. (B)

Day 3: LONDON–BRUSSELS, BELGIUM

Transfer to the railway station and board the Eurostar train to Brussels. Here, switch to your comfortable motorcoach for an orientation drive of the Belgian capital. Today’s Distance by train: 200 mi/ 320 km (B)

Day 4: BRUSSELS–RHINE CRUISE, GERMANY–FRANKFURT AREA

Journey into Germany to the shores of the mighty Rhine to enjoy an included scenic cruise. Then, on to the Frankfurt area.Today’s Distance: 277 mi/ 445 km (B,D)

Day 5: FRANKFURT AREA–ROTHENBURG–INNSBRUCK AREA, AUSTRIA

Today’s highlight is a stop in the Medieval town of Rothenburg on the Romantic Road, with its towered gates and battlements, squares, half-timbered houses, and richly decorated fountains. Continue to the Innsbruck area.Today’s Distance: 367 mi/ 590 km (B,D)

Day 6: INNSBRUCK AREA–BRENNER PASS–VENICE AREA, ITALY

Take in the breathtaking scenery of the Alps while crossing the Europa Bridge and Brenner Pass. Arrive in Venice, where, on a boat ride along the Giudecca Canal to Piazza San Marco you’ll admire the palazzi (palaces) and maze of streets. Time at leisure to soak up the magical atmosphere of this unique city. “O sole mio!” sing the gondoliers on an optional gondola ride along the legendary canals. Isn’t it romantic! At a glassblowing workshop, experience this traditional Venetian art. Today’s Distance: 245 mi/ 395 km (B,D)

Day 7: VENICE AREA–LUCERNE AREA, SWITZERLAND

Drive through the plains of Northern Italy before crossing the border into Switzerland. Enjoy the idyllic views of Canton Ticino, then on to the breathtaking alpine beauty of Lake Lucerne. Today’s Distance: 311 mi/ 500 km (B)

Day 8: LUCERNE AREA–DIJON, FRANCE

The focus of today’s visit is the Old Town of Lucerne. After that, get carried away on an optional excursion featuring a funicular ride, and then aboard the world’s first double-decker, open-top aerial cable car to the summit of Stanserhorn. Journey into France for an overnight in the charming town of Dijon. Today’s Distance: 236 mi/ 380 km (B)

Day 9: DIJON–PARIS

Leave Dijon and travel on the autoroute to Paris to discover many of the best-known Parisian sites on the included guided sightseeing tour. Bid adieu to Paris with an optional excursion to discover the charming, artistic district of Montmartre, perched on a small hill and overlooked by the Basilica of the Sacre Coeur.* Note: for operational reasons, changes to the Paris program cannot be excluded Today’s Distance: 239 mi/ 385 km (B)

Day 10: PARIS

Au revoir. Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning. (B)

Details

Tour Operator: Cosmos
Start City: LON
End City: PAR
Duration (Days): 10

Pricing ▼

Option	Price	Departure	Return
Land Only (Double)	USD 2,849.00	2026-05-02	2026-05-11
Single Supplement	USD 3,569.00	2026-05-02	2026-05-11
Land Only (Double)	USD 2,769.00	2026-05-16	2026-05-25
Single Supplement	USD 3,449.00	2026-05-16	2026-05-25
Land Only (Double)	USD 2,769.00	2026-05-23	2026-06-01
Single Supplement	USD 3,449.00	2026-05-23	2026-06-01
Land Only (Double)	USD 2,769.00	2026-06-27	2026-07-06
Single Supplement	USD 3,449.00	2026-06-27	2026-07-06
Land Only (Double)	USD 2,769.00	2026-07-04	2026-07-13
Single Supplement	USD 3,449.00	2026-07-04	2026-07-13
Land Only (Double)	USD 2,769.00	2026-07-11	2026-07-20
Single Supplement	USD 3,449.00	2026-07-11	2026-07-20
Land Only (Double)	USD 2,729.00	2026-08-01	2026-08-10
Single Supplement	USD 3,359.00	2026-08-01	2026-08-10
Land Only (Double)	USD 2,729.00	2026-08-22	2026-08-31
Single Supplement	USD 3,359.00	2026-08-22	2026-08-31
Land Only (Double)	USD 2,769.00	2026-09-05	2026-09-14
Single Supplement	USD 3,439.00	2026-09-05	2026-09-14
Land Only (Double)	USD 2,719.00	2026-09-12	2026-09-21
Single Supplement	USD 3,319.00	2026-09-12	2026-09-21
Land Only (Double)	USD 2,719.00	2026-09-19	2026-09-28
Single Supplement	USD 3,319.00	2026-09-19	2026-09-28
Land Only (Double)	USD 2,689.00	2026-10-10	2026-10-19
Single Supplement	USD 3,269.00	2026-10-10	2026-10-19
Land Only (Double)	USD 2,689.00	2026-10-24	2026-11-02
Single Supplement	USD 3,269.00	2026-10-24	2026-11-02
Land Only (Double)	USD 2,429.00	2026-11-07	2026-11-16
Single Supplement	USD 3,009.00	2026-11-07	2026-11-16

Itinerary ▼

Day 1: ARRIVE IN LONDON, ENGLAND
Check into your hotel. Uniformed hosts are available to help you make the most of your stay.
Day 2: LONDON
London’s calling with a free day to explore on your own or join in the brilliant fun of an optional excursion. Rise and shine this morning for an optional guided excursion to see the sights of Parliament, Big Ben, Westminster Abbey, Buckingham Palace and more.This afternoon, consider an optional visit to Windsor Castle or the Tower of London – home of the Crown Jewels. This evening, a traditional dining experience followed by a guided nighttime cruise along the Thames River, delivers some of the capital's most beautiful, illuminated sights. (B)
Day 3: LONDON–BRUSSELS, BELGIUM
Transfer to the railway station and board the Eurostar train to Brussels. Here, switch to your comfortable motorcoach for an orientation drive of the Belgian capital. Today’s Distance by train: 200 mi/ 320 km (B)
Day 4: BRUSSELS–RHINE CRUISE, GERMANY–FRANKFURT AREA
Journey into Germany to the shores of the mighty Rhine to enjoy an included scenic cruise. Then, on to the Frankfurt area.Today’s Distance: 277 mi/ 445 km (B,D)
Day 5: FRANKFURT AREA–ROTHENBURG–INNSBRUCK AREA, AUSTRIA
Today’s highlight is a stop in the Medieval town of Rothenburg on the Romantic Road, with its towered gates and battlements, squares, half-timbered houses, and richly decorated fountains. Continue to the Innsbruck area.Today’s Distance: 367 mi/ 590 km (B,D)
Day 6: INNSBRUCK AREA–BRENNER PASS–VENICE AREA, ITALY
Take in the breathtaking scenery of the Alps while crossing the Europa Bridge and Brenner Pass. Arrive in Venice, where, on a boat ride along the Giudecca Canal to Piazza San Marco you’ll admire the palazzi (palaces) and maze of streets. Time at leisure to soak up the magical atmosphere of this unique city. “O sole mio!” sing the gondoliers on an optional gondola ride along the legendary canals. Isn’t it romantic! At a glassblowing workshop, experience this traditional Venetian art. Today’s Distance: 245 mi/ 395 km (B,D)
Day 7: VENICE AREA–LUCERNE AREA, SWITZERLAND
Drive through the plains of Northern Italy before crossing the border into Switzerland. Enjoy the idyllic views of Canton Ticino, then on to the breathtaking alpine beauty of Lake Lucerne. Today’s Distance: 311 mi/ 500 km (B)
Day 8: LUCERNE AREA–DIJON, FRANCE
The focus of today’s visit is the Old Town of Lucerne. After that, get carried away on an optional excursion featuring a funicular ride, and then aboard the world’s first double-decker, open-top aerial cable car to the summit of Stanserhorn. Journey into France for an overnight in the charming town of Dijon. Today’s Distance: 236 mi/ 380 km (B)
Day 9: DIJON–PARIS
Leave Dijon and travel on the autoroute to Paris to discover many of the best-known Parisian sites on the included guided sightseeing tour. Bid adieu to Paris with an optional excursion to discover the charming, artistic district of Montmartre, perched on a small hill and overlooked by the Basilica of the Sacre Coeur.* Note: for operational reasons, changes to the Paris program cannot be excluded Today’s Distance: 239 mi/ 385 km (B)
Day 10: PARIS
Au revoir. Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning. (B)

Seven Countries, Venice & Paris