Compare London & Paris Escape by EF College Break (EF Ultimate Break) vs From London to Paris & Rome Tour by Discovery Nomads
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| Duration | 8 days | 8 days |
| Price From | $ 2,869 | $ 1,532 |
| Price Per Day | $ 359 | $ 192 |
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| Trip Style | Group tour | Private guided tour |
| Lodging Level | Standard | Standard |
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| Flights & Transport | Airfare included | Ground transport included |
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| Meals Included | N/A | N/A |
| Description |
From Big Ben to the Eiffel Tower, take a break in the bustling heart of Europe. Fall in love with the Louvre, behold Buckingham Palace and up your urban exploration until every trail is trekked. |
In this saturated journey through the most famous capitals of Europe you will enjoy the unique culture of the 4 countries, try a different gourmet cuisine, see the stunning architecture of the cities and admire the breathtaking scenery of the Swiss Alps. |
Day 1: Overnight flight
Board your overnight flight, bound for Europe.
Day 2: Arrive in London
Welcome to London! It’s huge, it’s cosmopolitan, and it’s brimming with famous sights, fun pubs, great music venues and endless things to do. Arrive at your accommodations to meet up with your Tour Director and fellow travelers.
Introduction to London
Your Tour Director will take you on a quick walk to get to know the area.
Welcome Mixer
Get to know your fellow travelers at an authentic local spot over some drinks and light appetizers.
Day 3: Sightseeing tour of London (local guide)
Hit the highlights of London with a local guide giving you all the inside info. Most of the tour will be on a bus ride around the city—you’ll see the famous sights like Big Ben, the Houses of Parliament, Westminster Abbey and Buckingham Palace. You’ll also get a chance to walk around and explore on foot.
Celebrate New Year's Eve in London on the 12/29 departure.
Day 4: Free day in London
Top 5 free time suggestions:
Covent Garden – Seek out bargains at this bustling covered market; souvenirs, clothes, crafts and much more.
Tower of London – Trace England’s bloody history and see the legendary Crown Jewels.
Abbey Road – Probably the world's most famous crosswalk, this storied spot is a must-see for even the most casual Beatles fan.
Madame Tussaud’s Wax Museum – Be amazed by frighteningly real wax dummies of your favorite celebrities and historical figures.
Tate Modern – Visit one of the world's top modern art museums to see Picassos, Warhols, Dalís and more.
Excursion: Beyond London: Explore Oxford Extra Cost
See the countryside roll by as you escape to Oxford, the picturesque city that doubled as Hogwarts and influenced the likes of C.S. Lewis, J.R.R. Tolkien, Albert Einstein and many more throughout the centuries. After a guided tour, enjoy free time to explore museums, grab lunch at the Covered Market, go punting on the River Thames (summer only) or simply wander through a place as magical as the stories it inspires.
Day 5: Train to Paris
Head to Paris! The French capital is visited by more than 30 million people a year, drawn by the famous monuments, great food, and some of the world’s best art museums. Paris is comprised of 20 districts, or arrondissements, so there’s plenty of diversity and personality to discover.
Bonjour! Welcome to Paris.
Upon arrival, head to your accommodation and drop your bags. Your Tour Director will take you on a quick walk to orient you with the area and point out some incredible landmarks.
Evening Seine Cruise and Eiffel Tower
Float past Notre Dame Cathedral and under some of Paris’s famous bridges, then visit the most iconic tower in the world as its dazzling lights sparkle with the setting sun.
Day 6: Sightseeing tour of Paris (local guide)
Enjoy a combination bus/walking tour of Paris’ top highlights. Your expert local guide will tell you all about the city as you see its most well-known sights.
Your guide will also take you off the beaten path to some of Paris’ more authentic arrondissements, and give you the inside scoop on Parisian culture. Get to know the fashionistas, eccentric royals, epic revolutionaries, bougie bourgeoisie, and enlightened intellectuals that shaped the City of Light.
Free Time Suggestions
Edit Sober: Visit the cafe haunts of literary giants like Ernest Hemingway, James Joyce and many others.
Fall in Louvre: Paris is home to some of the world’s most incredible art collections. Head to The Louvre and Musee d’Orsay. The Louvre displays art from before the 18th century, and houses the Mona Lisa herself. The Orsay is your place for modern art.
Latin Quarter: Around the Sorbonne, the bars and clubs here are open late and frequented by locals and travellers alike.
Excursion: Versailles Extra Cost
Spend the afternoon at the over-the-top palace of Louis XIV. Not far from Paris, this is where French royalty reveled in their extravagant lifestyle in the decades before the Revolution. At one point, a thousand nobles were attended by 4,000 servants inside the palace, while 15,000 soldiers and servants lived in the annexes. Walk through the landscaped gardens, tour the State Apartments of the King and the Queen, and see the Hall of Mirrors.
Day 7: Free Day in Paris
Today is yours to explore! Paris is immense, yet intimate. While it can be overwhelming at first, there’s a bounty of hidden gems around every corner.
Free Time Suggestions
Go Subterranean: The Paris catacombs are dark, underground crypts where the city’s dead have been buried for centuries.
Bon Appétit: French food is some of the finest in the world. Demanding customers, meticulous preparation and the freshest ingredients combine for an unparalleled culinary experience. Parisians eat dinner late between 8 and 10pm, so plan accordingly.
C’est Magnifique!: Head to Montmartre, a neighborhood filled with street art, incredible views overlooking the city and the famous Sacré Cœur Cathedral. This is the perfect place to take a stroll, grab lunch and admire a more authentic side of Paris.
Farewell dinner
Share some last laughs (and maybe shed a few tears) at an included farewell dinner with the group.
Day 8: Fly Home
It's time to say your goodbyes. Head to the airport for your flight back home.
Day 1: London
Accommodation: Ibis Styles Kensington or similar.
We ask our participants to arrive in the morning till 11.00am. On the 1st day you will explore the city, see Westminster Abbey, the Cathedral of St. Paul's, Buckingham Palace and Hyde Park. Later in the afternoon visit the Tower of London and enjoy an amazing London Eye tour in the evening.
Day 2-4: Paris
Accommodation: Novotel Paris or similar.
Today you will go by train to fascinating Paris and check this beautiful city from the Eiffel Tower and in the evening you will have free time to explore the nightlife of the city. On the 4th day you have sightseeing tour around Paris and visit Louvre museum.
Day 5: Zurich
Accommodation: Mercury Stolle or similar.
In the morning you will travel by train to Switzerland. Discover this small city of Zurich in the Swiss Alps and walk around its tiny streets.
Day 6: Milan
In the morning you will travel to Milan and have a guided tour to the beautiful Duomo Cathedral. Enjoy shopping on Via Montenapoleone and in the evening go to the opera of La Scala.
Day 7-8: Rome
Accommodation: Adagio Rome Vatican or similar
Explore the history of Rome on a walking tour, see the Colosseum, the Roman Forum, Piazza Venezia, Trevi Fountain, Pantheon & Piazza Navona. On the next day you'll have an excursion to Vatican and visit the Colosseum. And do not miss the amazing Italian food, wine and nightlife.
