Overview
European Escape
On this Escape, you can experience Europe’s most popular destinations without the crowds—and even better—without the high-season prices. Rome, Florence, Venice, Lucerne, and Paris—these exciting and vibrant cities await you on this thrilling European tour. Guided sightseeing tours will highlight the must-see attractions, including the Vatican Museums with the Sistine Chapel and the Colosseum the ancient arena of the Gladiators in Rome; the Academy of Fine Arts in Florence, where you will see Michelangelo’s famous David statue; the Chapel Bridge in Lucerne, dating back to the 14th century; and a Seine cruise in Paris, where you’ll want your camera ready to capture the magnificent views of Notre Dame Cathedral and the Eiffel Tower.Other highlights of this guided tour of Europe are a welcome dinner at a local restaurant in Rome, a pasta dinner in Venice, and a stop in the town of Lugano with its sparkling lake surrounded by the Alps. But that’s not all…throughout this European Escape, Globus has arranged VIP access for you. So, you won’t be waiting in long lines to enter the Vatican Museums in Rome or the Academy of Fine Arts in Florence. We work behind the scenes to minimize the lines and wait times, so you can maximize the fun. It’s a trip of a lifetime available at a price that screams, “Let’s go!”
Highlights of European Escape
Price Details US
All Escape by Globus tours and departures are excluded from the following Globus discounts: Book Early & Save Discounts, Second Tour Discount and Small Group Discount.
Related Tours
KEF|European EscapeKEG|With London
Related Option Title
European Escape
UNESCO Sites
Historic Centre of Florence|Historic Centre of Rome - various properties Vatican City|Paris Banks of the Seine|Venice and its Lagoon
Small Group
Globus offers Small-Group Discoveries on select dates. A Small-Group Discovery is limited to an average of just 24 guests per departure. There’s always room to roam with extra space between you and other travelers—while still getting up close and personal to the experiences you’ve been dreaming of. Small-Group Discoveries include all the features of a traditional Globus escorted tour, complete with expert Tour Director, Driver, and Local Guides who ensure that your health and safety is our top priority. A Small-Group Discovery trip is the perfectly sized tour—without the crowds.
Product Group
European Escape
Private Touring
6 guests in a party: $2,659*18 guests in a party: $694*
Inclusions
We’ve packed everything you need for the perfect vacation—from hand-selected hotels and dining to the friendly expertise of Globus Tour Directors and Local Guides (with headsets to hear every word), to seamless transportation between destinations and VIP access to the world’s most iconic sites! Touring in spacious comfort by private, first-class, air-conditioned motorcoach. Free Wi-Fi is included on board your coach and in most hotel lobbies and common areas.
Travelers Notes
We’ve packed everything you need for the perfect tour—from hand-selected hotels and dining to the friendly expertise of Globus Tour Directors and Local Guides (with headsets to hear every word), to seamless transportation between destinations and VIP access to the world’s most iconic sites! Touring by private, first-class, air-conditioned motorcoach with free Wi-Fi. Enhance your free time with your GlobusGO mobile app! And that's not all! Your tour includes a private boat ride in Venice and a cruise on the River Seine.
Notes
The Vatican Museums are wheelchair accessible, but the entrance and route differ from those of the included guided visit.For operational reasons, schedule changes for the Rome program cannot be excluded.For operational reasons, changes to the Paris program cannot be excluded.
Itineraries
Day 1
ARRIVE IN ROME, ITALY Welcome to Rome! At 5 pm, meet your Tour Director and traveling companions for a welcome dinner at a local restaurant. (D)ROME-SKYLINE.jpg
Day 2
ROME When in Rome ROME Guided sightseeing includes the Vatican Museums, the Sistine Chapel, St. Peter’s Square and Basilica, and the Colosseum. Free time late afternoon. (B)TOUR HIGHLIGHT LEGENDARY LIVES Stand in awe and wonder amid one of mankind’s greatest artistic achievements in the Sistine Chapel. Hear how in 1508, a young Michelangelo was commissioned by Pope Julius II to decorate the chapel’s ceiling – a request not welcomed by the 33-year-old sculptor. Michelangelo’s 4-year project was indeed one of physical pain and psychological distress, while painting from scaffolds high above the sanctuary floor. Nevertheless, he created what is considered one of the great masterpieces in history. ROME-COLOSSEUM.jpg
Day 3
ROME–FLORENCE Fine Art in Firenze Scenic drive en route to Florence.FLORENCE Guided walking tour includes the Academy of Fine Arts and Signoria Square. Free time. (B) 193 mi / 310 kmTOUR HIGHLIGHT ART & ARCHITECTURE Those lucky enough to visit the Tuscan capital are witness to some of the world’s most magnificent art. Home to a wealth of Rennaissance masterpieces, Florence is famous for Michelangelo’s Marble Masterpiece, David, standing ready for battle in the Academy of Fine Arts. Outside, Piazza del Duomo and Signoria Square offer spectacular sights of Florentine Gothic and Renaissance art, architecture, and monuments.FLORENCE-DUOMO-THROUGH-WINDOW.jpg
Day 4
FLORENCE–VENICE Benvenuti a Venezia VENICE ISLAND Take a private Boat Ride on the canals. Orientation includes St. Mark’s Square and the Bridge of Sighs followed by a glassblower demonstration. This evening [LF] dinner at a local restaurant. (B,D) 174 mi/ 280 kmTOUR HIGHLIGHT HISTORIC SPOT Locals simply call Piazza San Marco “la piazza.” As paired with the smaller Piazzetta, it forms the social, religious, and political hub of Venice, which Napoleon called “the drawing room of Europe.” St. Mark’s Basilica dominates the square, offering visitors a spectacular view of the great arches, marble embellishments, and the Romanesque carvings of its façade. Also gracing the square is Doge’s Palace – a masterpiece of Venetian Gothic architecture. The enclosed Bridge of Sighs, connecting the palace with the prison, is named for the prisoners breathing in their last view of the Rio di Palazzo on their walk to the prison’s interrogation rooms.VENICE-GONDOLA.jpg
Day 5
VENICE–LUGANO, SWITZERLAND–LUCERNE Life on the Lake LUGANO Free time before a scenic drive through the Swiss Alps and St. Gotthard tunnel en route to Lucerne. (B) 342 mi / 550 kmFREE TIME TIPSEXPLORE MORE in Lugano to see its mix of Italian and Swiss style and culture reflected in its architecture and cuisine. Standing on the Lake’s northern shore, the city is surrounded by mountain peaks. Lugano’s Piazza della Riforma and pastel palazzos share the ambience of this lovely Swiss city with impressive architecture and bold and innovative street art.LUGANO-ESCAPES.jpg
Day 6
LUCERNE Sweet Sights of Switzerland LUCERNE Walking tour includes the Lion Monument, the Old Town, and Chapel Bridge. Free time this afternoon. (B,D)TOUR HIGHLIGHTPICTURE PERFECT Serenity is found in a gaze across the stunning panoramas of the Swiss Alps above the lovely city of Lucerne. Spend time at leisure with a stroll through its magnificent medieval architecture and peaceful alpine lake.LUCERNE-ESCAPES.jpg
Day 7
LUCERNE–PARIS, FRANCE Drive through the vineyards of Burgundy with views of beautiful castles and pass the Fontainebleau Forest en route to Paris. PARIS Free time this evening. (B) 423 mi / 680 kmTOUR HIGHLIGHT PICTURE PERFECT Glide across the Swiss and French countryside. Pass by Princess- style castles on your way to Paris and get in the mood for the song awaiting in the City of Light.PARIS-SKYLINE-ESCAPES.jpg
Day 8
PARIS C’est Magnifique in the City of Light PARIS Guided sightseeing includes an orientation drive and a Seine River cruise. (B)TOUR HIGHLIGHT CITY SIGHTS As the song goes, we love Paris in the springtime; we love Paris in the fall - but no matter the season, we fall in love whenever we visit the most romantic city in the world. From the tranquility of the Seine River to the tempting treats in a corner café, you’ll love Paris anytime. PARIS-EIFFEL-TOWER-ESCAPES.jpg
Day 9
PARIS Safe Travels Until We Meet Again! Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning. (B)PARIS-MONTMARTRE.jpg
Departures
| # | Air Start Date | Land Start Date | Land End Date | Land Only Price | Discount | Final | Departure Code | Status |
| 1 | 2024-11-02 | 2024-11-03 | 2024-11-11 | $2499 | $0 | $2499 | KEFX41103A | Please Call |
| 2 | 2024-11-02 | 2024-11-03 | 2024-11-11 | $2499 | $0 | $2499 | KEFX41103 | Please Call |
| 3 | 2024-11-09 | 2024-11-10 | 2024-11-18 | $2499 | $0 | $2499 | KEFX41110 | Please Call |
| 4 | 2024-11-14 | 2024-11-15 | 2024-11-23 | $2929 | $0 | $2929 | KEFX41115K | Please Call |
| 5 | 2024-11-16 | 2024-11-17 | 2024-11-25 | $2499 | $0 | $2499 | KEFX41117A | Not Available |
| 6 | 2024-11-16 | 2024-11-17 | 2024-11-25 | $2499 | $0 | $2499 | KEFX41117 | Please Call |
| 7 | 2024-11-23 | 2024-11-24 | 2024-12-02 | $2499 | $0 | $2499 | KEFX41124A | Please Call |
| 8 | 2024-11-23 | 2024-11-24 | 2024-12-02 | $2499 | $0 | $2499 | KEFX41124 | Please Call |
| 9 | 2024-11-30 | 2024-12-01 | 2024-12-09 | $2399 | $0 | $2399 | KEFX41201 | Available |
| 10 | 2025-01-25 | 2025-01-26 | 2025-02-03 | $2299 | $0 | $2299 | KEFX50126 | Available |
| 11 | 2025-02-01 | 2025-02-02 | 2025-02-10 | $2399 | $0 | $2399 | KEFX50202 | Available |
| 12 | 2025-02-08 | 2025-02-09 | 2025-02-17 | $2399 | $0 | $2399 | KEFX50209 | Available |
| 13 | 2025-02-15 | 2025-02-16 | 2025-02-24 | $2499 | $0 | $2499 | KEFX50216 | Available |
| 14 | 2025-02-20 | 2025-02-21 | 2025-03-01 | $2929 | $0 | $2929 | KEFX50221K | Not Available |
| 15 | 2025-02-22 | 2025-02-23 | 2025-03-03 | $2499 | $0 | $2499 | KEFX50223 | Not Available |
| 16 | 2025-03-01 | 2025-03-02 | 2025-03-10 | $2549 | $0 | $2549 | KEFX50302 | Not Available |
| 17 | 2025-03-06 | 2025-03-07 | 2025-03-15 | $2999 | $0 | $2999 | KEFX50307K | Available |
| 18 | 2025-03-08 | 2025-03-09 | 2025-03-17 | $2549 | $0 | $2549 | KEFX50309 | Available |
Hotels
| # | Name | Description | City | Address | Rating |
| 1 | Starhotels Michelangelo | Modern hotel catering to business and leisure travelers located a short walk to St. Peter's Square; staff is multilingual. | Roma | Via Stazione S.Pietro,14 | Superior First-Class |
| 2 | Starhotels Metropole | This elegant 236 room modern boutique style hotel is perfectly placed. Free Wi-Fi access is available throughout the property and there is also a fitness room. Tempting international dishes and Roman specialties can be savored in the intimate restaurant and for a refreshing break there is a stylish bar offering all day drinks, cakes, and light bites. | Roma | Via Principe Amedeo 3 | Superior First-Class |
| 3 | Hotel Royal Firenze | Set in an elegant 18th-century building, Villa Royal features a beautiful garden with a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, situated in a green neighbourhood, less than 1 km from the Gothic cathedral of Florence. This splendid Florentine villa was built in 1700 and was a noble family residence up until 1956 when it was converted into a hotel. Each of the 40 air-conditioned guest rooms feature high ceilings, minibar, safety deposit box and are all tastefully decorated with period furnishings. | Florence | Via Delle Ruote, 50-54 | First-Class |
| 4 | Grand Hotel Mediterraneo | Modern hotel situated on the banks of the river Arno, steps away from the city center. The Duomo and Palazzo Pitti are nearby. | Florence | Lungarno Del Tempio, 44 | First-Class |
| 5 | Carlton on the Grand Canal | A plush traditional Venetian style hotel set in a majestic four story building with refined interiors such as Murano glass wall lamps and gilt-edged furniture. Perfectly placed on the Grand Canal, with a vaporetto stop right outside and close to the main train station, this property offers great transportation access with the Rialto Bridge close by. Free Wi-Fi access is available throughout the property which has an elegant fine-dining restaurant, a lobby bar, and a lovely rooftop terrace where drinks are served with views of the spired city skyline as a backdrop. 145 air-conditioned classically styled guestrooms offer coffee/tea-making facilities. | Venezia | Santa Croce, 578 | First-Class |
| 6 | Astoria | Ideally located in the heart of Lucerne, surrounded by mountains, close to its lake boasting crystal clear waters, the historic old town, and famous Chapel Bridge. All 252 contemporary rooms have a minibar and Wi-Fi. There's a plush cocktail lounge, a stylish café, and a rooftop bar affording city views. Other facilities include a full equipped modern gym. | Lucerne | Pilatusstrasse 29 | First-Class |
| 7 | Mercure Paris Centre Tour Eiffel | This elegant 405-room hotel is located close the River Seine and Eiffel Tower. Free Wi-Fi access is available in all guestrooms and public areas of the hotel. A light and airy restaurant serves up a range of international cuisine which during the summer months can be enjoyed in the tranquil terrace and gardens. There is also a lounge bar for snacks and drinks as well as a fitness room. | Paris Cedex | 20, Rue Jean Rey | First-Class |
| 8 | AC Hotel Paris Porte Maillot | This modern property places guests in the epicenter of the style and energy of the 17th arrondissement, just steps away from the Porte Maillot metro offering easy access to the city's famous attractions. Spacious air-conditioned guestrooms feature pillow top beds with premium duvets, LED TVs, and bathrooms with walk-in showers or baths. The main restaurant serves bistro-style dishes and the vibrant bar offers a happy hour and snacks. There is a fitness center and free Wi-Fi is available throughout. | Paris | 6 rue Gustave Charpentier | First-Class |
