The Leonardo da Vinci grand tour of Europe

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Seat of the Roman Empire, leading light of the Renaissance and fervent advocate of la bella vita, Italy is renowned for its art, architecture, style and passion. Such is the depth of Italy’s cultural treasures, even the most modest church façade can hide work by the likes of Michelangelo. Our Italy specialists draw on their deep-seated connections with the co...
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Overview

Trip type
Private Guided
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Full schedule

Highlights

    • Examine the Mona Lisa with an expert local guide in the Louvre in Paris.
    • Stroll through Leonardo’s chateau and gardens in the Loire valley where he died.
    • Visit the Queen’s Gallery in Buckingham Palace to view the Royal Collection of da Vinci drawings.
    • Explore a room dedicated to Leonardo’s work on a guided tour of Uffizi Gallery.

What's this trip about?

    Seat of the Roman Empire, leading light of the Renaissance and fervent advocate of la bella vita, Italy is renowned for its art, architecture, style and passion. Such is the depth of Italy’s cultural treasures, even the most modest church façade can hide work by the likes of Michelangelo. Our Italy specialists draw on their deep-seated connections with the country to help you unravel Italy’s well-known highlights, from Rome's ancient Colosseum to the untouched medieval towns of Tuscany and the lagoon city of Venice. They also use their first-hand knowledge to show you Italy's lesser-known ways of life. You might find yourself truffle hunting with an expert and his dog in Tuscany’s hillsides, sampling street food in Palermo, Sicily, exploring the characterful villages of Puglia, or hiking through terraces of vines to reach the tiny villages of Liguria’s Cinque Terre. Whether you explore great cities, alpine lakes, or Roman relics, our specialists can help you unlock Italy’s hidden secrets, from exploring Pompeii without the crowds to uncovering the many delicacies of Italy’s gastronomic capital, Bologna.

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Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeIntimate group - 12 max
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportAll internal ground transport included
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End CityOperator does not provide

Travel Themes

  • Cultural
  • Nature & Wildlife

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Itinerary

Day 1 Florence

 Florence

Upon arrival in Florence you'll be met by your driver and driven to your hotel in Florence. The rest of the day is at leisure, we suggest a self-guided walking tour of the city.

Day 2 Florence

 Florence

This morning meet your guide in your hotel and visit Uffizi Gallery, with a focus on the room dedicated to Da Vinci.

Day 3 Milan

 Florence ,  Milan

Your private driver will meet you and transfer you to Florence station where you will take the high-speed train to Milan. Upon arrival you will meet your driver and transfer to your hotel. The rest of the day is yours to explore Milan.

Day 4 Milan

 Milan

This morning meet your guide and together explore the city of Milan. A particular highlight will be a visit to Da Vinci's masterpiece, the Last Supper.

Day 5 London

 Milan ,  London

Meet your driver and transfer to Milan Linate Airport to take the short flight to London. Upon arrival into London Heathrow you'll be met by your private driver and driven to your hotel in the heart of London. The rest of the day is at your lei...

Day 6 London

 London

You have a full day today at leisure to visit da Vinci exhibitions in some of England's best museums. Begin in the Queen's Gallery at Buckingham Palace, where a collection of over 200 drawings is on display until mid-October. Tickets for this are included. Continue at your leisure to visit other da Vinci masterpieces in the National Gallery and the British Museum.

Day 7 Paris

 London ,  Paris

Make your own way to London St Pancras train station this morning, to board the Eurostar train to Paris. Your private driver will take you from the station to your hotel and after check in, you’ll have the afternoon at leisure to explore the city’s extensive Renaissance architecture.

Day 8 Paris

 Paris

Together with your private guide this morning, you will visit the vast Louvre Museum with a focus on the Mona Lisa.

Day 9 Amboise

 Paris ,  Saint-Pierre-des-Corps ,  Amboise

For the final leg of your journey, you’ll take a train to the Loire Valley, and stay in the bustling medieval town of Amboise.

Day 10 Amboise

 Loire Eastern Region ,  Amboise

Set out on foot through the town with your private guide this morning to visit the artist’s final residence, the Château Clos Lucé and its beautiful grounds where many of his inventions still remain.

Day 11 Paris

 Amboise ,  Saint-Pierre-des-Corps ,  Paris

Take a morning train back to Paris for a day at leisure.

Day 12 Return home

 Paris

Your private driver will take you to the airport today for your flight home.

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Price From $6,885
Price per day$574
Last Updated: 3/23/2023

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