Italy | Switzerland | France | England | UK Tour for Young Adults & Young Solo Travellers

Rome to London Vistas Tours for Young Adults

This certainly unforgettable tour for young adults, young solo travelers, singles and friends combines Italy’s coastline with the Swiss Alps, French food heaven in Lyon & 2-nights in dreamy Paris

Starting in a magical city of monuments and pasta to die for, it’s easy to fall in love with Rome at any time of year – but roam even further and the magic just keeps coming. On this trip we’ll take in the charming streets of Florence, the fairytale landscape of Lucerne and the foodie capital of Lyon. Finally, we’ll raise a glass to ‘la belle vie’ in Paris, city of dreams. Could you dream of a better adventure in Europe?

Winter

Rating by former tour participants:

4.4 out of 5 stars (16 Reviews)* (all reviews and the latest rating can be found here)

Mostly more than half solo travelers

“58% of our travellers join our trips solo, so you’ll travel with like-minded young people who want to make friends, experience new things and create lifelong memories. This is the best way to turn solo travel into the most social travel imaginable.” (Cited from the very experienced and internationally popular operator of this tour for young adults. For the latest info and eventual changes see here)

“Most popular youth travel company in the world”

Info by the very experienced and internationally popular operator of this tour for young adults (“Most popular youth travel company in the world”, Wikipedia): “Our trips are exclusively for 18-35s, and whether you join us solo or in a group, our trips are designed so you can share incredible experiences with young travellers just like you.”

Target age group:

18 to 35 (35 to 45 at “Reunion Trips“)

Trip duration and price:

9 days, 4 countries from about 1,805* US$

Many other currencies such as £ or € are available on the details & booking page

Destinations:

Europe > Italy | Switzerland | France | England | UK

Planned Itinerary:

Day 1: Rome

Pompeii

Sorrento

Day 2: Sorrento

Amalfi

Sorrento

Day 3: Sorrento

Florence

Day 4: Florence

Day 5: Florence

Lucerne

Day 6: Lucerne

Lyon

Day 7: Lyon

Paris

Day 8: Paris

Day 9: Paris

Calais

Dover

London

Day 1: Rome to Sorrento via Pompeii

RomeKicking off your adventure in Rome, you’ll meet up with the rest of your crew who are all ready and waiting this morning. We’ll bid ‘ciao’ to Bella Roma and head south for Sorrento, with a special stop on the way.

PompeiiDriving down the coast today, we have the option to check out the ruins of Pompeii, the fascinating Roman town that was destroyed by Vesuvius and then perfectly preserved in volcanic ash. SorrentoSoak up the sweeping views on route to gorgeous Sorrento, where sun-bleached pastel houses perch along cliffs, tumbling down to the Mediterranean sea. Here you’ll have the chance to treat yourself with a visit to La Sorgente, a nearby locally-owned family mozzarella farm, for an authentic Italian meal complete with fresh homemade mozzarella, rich olive oil and sunshine-coloured limoncello.

Hotel Albatross (or similar)Guided Tour of Ancient PompeiiTurn back the clock and learn about Mt. Vesuvius’ eruption & the ancient city of Pompeii. Our Local Guide will tell you about this once thriving city & the sites that were buried under volcanic ash. Explore the town’s well-preserved neighbourhoods as well as the ruins of shops, houses & markets.
Additional costs apply

La Sorgente Dinner (MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience)Visit a third-generation family owned farm. Here you will learn how mozzarella is made & how this recipe has been passed down. Whilst there you will be treated to a homemade meal.
Additional costs apply

Day 2: Sorrento

SorrentoIt simply wouldn’t be a trip to Sorrento without a side note to…

AmalfiAfter wandering the cobbled streets of Sorrento, we’ll take a scenic drive along the Amalfi coast, stopping off in Amalfi town to admire the castles and coastal views. Next up, you’ll have the unique opportunity to visit a Lemon Farm and learn all about how your fav limoncello is made. 
 SorrentoBack in Sorrento, we’ll all tuck into an included dinner. 

Sisters Hostel (or similar)

Included Meals:

Breakfast

Dinner

Coastal Lemon Tour MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® ExperienceA millennia of volcanic eruptions from Mt. Vesuvius has made the Amalfi coast perfect for the production of fruits & vegetables. The best of all the bounty is the humble Lemon, for which this region is famed. Visit a local family farm whose ancestors were the first to introduce this crop all those centuries ago.
Additional costs apply

Day 3: Sorrento to Florence

SorrentoSee you, Sorrento! Thanks for making our Instagram feeds look like shoots for Italian Vogue!FlorenceAfter checking in and dropping off your bags here in Florence, you and the group will have a free night to explore. And with lots of bars and restaurants to discover, you’ll be utterly enthralled.

B&B Hotel Firenze Novoli (or similar)

Included Meals:

Breakfast

Day 4: Florence

FlorenceThat big thing in the sky? It’s the Duomo! You know, the one with the famous red dome that sits above Florence? Today after breakfast, we’ll learn all about it, plus the Basilica, Giotto’s Bell Tower, and more as a local shows us around the city on a guided walking tour. Take your time soaking in the sights. And maybe even grab lunch at a cosy trattoria. Save space for dinner tonight though, because you have the chance to join a traditional Tuscan evening complete with a family-style dinner and live music – with a visit to the Certosa Monastery included too.

Hotel Mirage (or similar)

Included Meals:

Breakfast

Included ExperienceFlorence Walking Tour See the Duomo, Basilica Santa Croce, Giotto’s Bell Tower, the Baptistery & Piazza della Signoria on a locally guided walking tour of Florence.
Certosan Monastery & Tuscan EveningVisit one of Europe’s oldest monasteries before sharing a family-style dinner with live local music in the Tuscan Hills.
Additional costs apply

Day 5: Florence to Lucerne

FlorenceGoodbye, Florence! We’ll get some breakfast, and leave the historical streets for the heavenly lake scenes.LucerneOn our way to Lucerne, we’ll stop off for an (optional) trip to the top of Mt Stanserhorn. Get set for oh-so stunning panoramic views. Afterwards, we’ll arrive in the fairytale town of Lucerne, where an optional lake cruise awaits (summer only). Our big recco for how to spend your free evening? Go. Try. Swiss. Chocolate.

Ibis Budget Luzern City (or similar)

Included Meals:

Breakfast

Mt. StanserhornGet up amongst the massive Alps without breaking a sweat via funicular railway and aerial cable car. Enjoy the full-blown alpine views of glacial lakes & snow-capped mountain peaks.
Additional costs apply

Lucerne Lake CruiseFrom the waters of Lake Lucerne, your jaw will drop at the endless panoramas. Take in the typically Swiss scenes – green pastures spotted with chalets & bell-wearing cows – surrounded by beautiful mountains.
Additional costs apply

Day 6: Lucerne to Lyon

LucerneThough we left France in body, part of our spirit stayed behind. Today we leave Lucerne to go pick it up, venturing to the country’s second biggest city for 1-night of play before Paris. LyonAfter rolling past the charming French countryside we grew very fond of, we’ll pull up at Lyon where a charming Old Town is calling our names. Lyon is the gastronomic capital of France, so we’ll head off in search of a quaint ‘bouchon’  to sample the local delicacies. Topped off with some beaujolais wine, but of course.

Ibis Lyon Sud Oullins (or similar)

Included Meals:

Breakfast

Day 7: Lyon to Paris

LyonRolling out of Lyon this morning we’re Paris-bound, swapping countryside for inner-city bliss.ParisLamp-lit bridges, a sparkling Eiffel Tower, & evening coffee haunts, tonight we fall in love with everything Paris, made all the more romantic in winter months. After an included dinner at the hotel, our Trip Manager will fill us in on the city’s secrets with a dreamy night-time tour of the ‘city of lights’, passing the Eiffel Tower, Arc de Triomphe, the Louvre, the Champs-Élysées, and Notre Dame Cathedral. We’ll also take a trip up the Montparnasse Tower for the best views of the Eiffel Tower you’ll find anywhere in Paris.

B&B Hotel Paris Nord 18ème (or similar)

Included Meals:

Breakfast

Dinner

Included ExperienceEnjoy the View from the Montparnasse TowerClimb to the 56th floor of the Montparnasse Tower for an unbeatable vista of the ‘City of Light’. Included ExperienceTake a Tour of ParisTake a dreamy jaunt around the city of romance. Fall in love with landmarks like the Eiffel Tower, Arc de Triomphe, Louvre, Champs-Élysées and Notre-Dame Cathedral.

Day 8: Paris

ParisPastries, paintings, perfume – Paris is ours! First we’ll visit the glamorous Fragonard perfumery for a lesson in the olfactory arts, then the time is yours to roam tree-lined quartiers, see Notre Dame Cathedral, hunt for vintage treasures in Le Marais, or get arty in the galleries of the Louvre. Tonight, you’ll have the chance to round off your European adventure in style, with a trip to a Parisian cabaret show with dinner (optional).

Ibis Paris 17 Clichy-Batignolles (or similar)

Included Meals:

Breakfast

Included ExperienceVisit a French Perfumery Your chance to learn the art of fragrance at a Parisian perfume house. You know it makes scents! (soz).Nouvelle Eve Cabaret Dinner and ShowGet your glad rags on… it’s time for a night out at the Parisian cabaret. The exciting atmosphere of the evening show is the perfect way to toast your travels with the group over a French meal. From your lamp-lit table, you’ll feast your eyes on a succession of feathers, sequins, can-can girls, acrobats, and comedians – all while dining on a three-course meal and sipping on delicious French champagne.
Additional costs apply

Day 9: Paris to London

ParisSoak up your last dose of Paris and feel the astonishment of how much you’ve seen during this awesome trip, not to mention how close you’ve grown to your pals.

Calais

DoverLondonWhat a journey! On arrival in London say a fond farewell to the group – the adventure has come to an end.

Included Meals:

Breakfast

You’ll find more details and eventual changes here

FAQs:

Travelling to (and through) the UK & Northern Ireland?

You’ll need Essential Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA)

From January 8, 2025, UK law means that if you’re entering/transiting through border control in the United Kingdom (UK) and Northern Ireland you’ll need an Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) before you travel. Confused? Don’t be – just read on here.

All FAQs can be found here

Included Meals:

8 Breakfasts, 2 Dinners

Team:

Expert Trip Manager, Driver Team, Local Guides

Group Size:

Maximum 53 people

Means of transport:

Coach

You’ll find more details and eventual changes here

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