Discover Mainland Europe, 11 Night Itinerary
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Discover Mainland Europe, 11 Night Itinerary

Hotels + Transport
Created: Friday, February 13, 2026 - Departure: Friday, April 17, 2026
Ref ID: 17541313
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£1,303
Based on 2 adults
Created: Friday, February 13, 2026 - Departure: Friday, April 17, 2026
Destinations: Brussels, Belgium , Munich, Germany , Venice, Italy , Florence, Italy , Rome, Italy , Geneva, Switzerland , Paris, France

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17 Apr
Transport from London to Brussels
Departure
Eurostar
Eurostar - 9110
Direct
07:04
London
2h 1m
10:05
Brussels Natl
> 1 PC
17 Apr
1. Brussels
Stay
About the destination: From its breathtaking medieval centre to its 21st-century temple to Surrealism, the new Magritte Museum, Brussels offers the visitor a great deal more than just beer and chocolate and is resoundingly unlike its unfortunate staid image as the home of EU bureaucrats. Indeed, Brussels is a creative, dynamic city. Its compact city centre is clustered with bars, restaurants and museums set along cobbled streets. Inevitably, most tourists head to the Grand-Place. With its ornate Flemish guild houses, impressive Town Hall and buzzing atmosphere, it would be difficult to find a more beautiful square in the whole of Europe. It deservedly is a UNESCO World Heritage site and is the city’s crowning jewel. Wander next to the nearby Royal and Sablon districts teeming with art galleries and antique shops. Throw away your map and meander down a myriad side streets, discovering flea markets, art-deco houses and boutique stores. The Bruxellois take pride in their self-effacing, intellectual sense of humour, underpinned by a strong appreciation of the bizarre. The city has a long-running love affair with the Surrealist art movement, pioneered by René Magritte, and with classic comic strips, epitomised by Hergé's boy hero, Tintin. There's a telling irony in the fact that the city's best-known landmark is the Manneken-Pis, a tiny statuette of a urinating boy. Meanwhile, all of this sits alongside world-class collections of art, fabulous cooking including mussels, frites, waffles and whelks, some of Europe’s best and unique beers (literally, there are thousands of varieties), and master-chocolatiers. The city’s cultural calendar is packed with events for everyone from the massive, raucous Foire du Midi street fair every July teeming with stalls and fairground attractions to the legendary Christmas Market that takes centre stage in the Place Sainte Catherine with 240 stalls, a skating rink, a big wheel, and numerous rides. One of the biggest events is Art Brussels, showcasing the city’s edgier, creative side and a hub for art connoisseurs from around the globe. If you’re a Euro-loving national, check out the European Quarter, centered around Schuman and the Berlaymont. Its liveliest part is the Place du Luxembourg: all its bars fill up around 6pm on week days with some of the 20,000 diplomats, politicians and civil servants who reside in the city after Brussels became the centre of international political following WWII. Open your eyes and you’ll be pleasantly surprised by all that Brussels has to offer.
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17 Apr
Accommodation
1 Night
Zoom Hotel
Brussels - Show on map > 2.1 km from centre
8.4
Very good
2182
Bar
Free Internet
24-hour reception
Double Standard Room
ROOM ONLY
18 Apr
Transport from Brussels to Munich
DB Fernverkehr
Multiple transports
08:25
Brussells-Midi (RE_BEbrussels_midi)
6h 47m
15:12
Munich Hbf (RE_DEmunchen_hbf)
STANDARD
STANDARD Standard (Non Flex)
18 Apr
2. Munich
Stay
About the destination: Munich, located at the river Isar in the south of Bavaria, is famous for its Word-class museums, beautiful parks, the annual Oktoberfest beer celebration and architecture. The beautiful public buildings and monuments are testaments to the imperial aspirations of the Wittelsbach family, rulers of Bavaria from the 12th to the 20th century. Although it was heavily damaged by allied bombing during World War II, many of its historic buildings have been rebuilt and the city center appears mostly as it did in the late 1800s including its largest church, the Frauenkirche, and the famous city hall (Neues Rathaus). An odd mix of proud traditionalism and avant-garde culture will keep you interested and active and the town does stay up until all hours, with its many students and earthly Bavarian joie de vivre.
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18 Apr
Accommodation
1 Night
Mercure Muenchen City Center
Upper Bavaria - Show on map > 0.7 km from centre
8.4
Very good
7205
Restaurant
Parking
Breakfast
Standard Room With Double Bed Non Refundable
ROOM ONLY
19 Apr
Transport from Munich to Venice
Railjet
Italo NTV
Multiple transports
09:33
Munich Hbf (RE_DEmunchen_hbf)
7h 30m
17:03
Venezia Santa Lucia (0RV)
STANDARD
STANDARD Standard (Non Flex)
19 Apr
3. Venice
Stay
About the destination: Venice is a city like no other: a labyrinth of canals, marble palaces, and hidden courtyards floating on the Adriatic. Built on more than 100 small islands, it has no roads—only waterways and narrow alleys that suddenly open onto breathtaking piazzas. At its heart lies St. Mark’s Square, framed by the dazzling Basilica di San Marco, the Doge’s Palace, and the iconic Campanile. From here, you can wander under arcades lined with cafés and listen to live orchestras as the sun sets over the lagoon. The Grand Canal is Venice’s main thoroughfare, curving through the city like a glittering highway of water. Riding a vaporetto (water bus) offers a front-row view of Gothic and Renaissance palaces, their facades reflected in the rippling surface. For a more intimate experience, slip into one of the smaller canals on a gondola and glide beneath low stone bridges, passing quiet neighborhoods where laundry hangs over the water and church bells echo between the walls. Beyond the famous sights, Venice rewards slow exploration. Lose yourself in the districts of Cannaregio and Dorsoduro, where local bacari (wine bars) serve cicchetti—small Venetian tapas—alongside spritz and local wines. Cross the Rialto Bridge to visit its bustling market, where fishmongers and fruit vendors supply the city’s kitchens, and artisans sell Murano glass and traditional masks. Each sestiere (district) has its own character, from elegant San Marco to the more bohemian, artsy feel of Dorsoduro. Venice also makes an ideal base for exploring the lagoon islands. Take a short boat ride to Murano, famous for its centuries-old glassmaking tradition, where you can watch master glassblowers at work. Continue to Burano, a photographer’s dream with its brightly painted houses and lace workshops, and then on to Torcello, a peaceful island with ancient churches and a rare sense of quiet. Whether you come for art, history, or romance, Venice offers a dreamlike atmosphere that lingers long after you leave.
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19 Apr
Accommodation
2 Nights
Rigoletto Charm
Venice - Show on map > 0.9 km from centre
8.6
Very good
1371
Breakfast in the room
Air conditioned
Heating
deluxe room
WITH BREAKFAST
21 Apr
Transport from Venice to Florence
Italo NTV
Italo NTV - 8913
Direct
13:05
Venezia S.Lucia
2h 15m
15:20
Firenze S.M.Novella
Smart
Smart
21 Apr
4. Florence
Stay
About the destination: Florence is as vital and beautiful today as when its wool and silk merchants and bankers revolutionized the economy of 13th century Tuscany, and the art of Dante and Michelangelo stunned the world. Florence was the centre of the Italian Renaissance. The fruits of the city’s rebirth are still evident in its seemingly endless array of museums, churches and palazzi. With its historic centre classified as a UNESCO World Heritage site, the Duomo, the elegant and beautiful cathedral, dominates the city and is an unmistakable reference point in your wanderings. The River Arno, which cuts through the oldest part of the city, is crowned with the Ponte Vecchio bridge lined with shops and held up by stilts. Dating back to the 14th century, it is the only bridge that survived attacks during WWII. Standing by the river at night, when the city is illuminated with a myriad twinkling lights, is unforgettable. But more remains of Florence’s incomparable heritage than stones and paint, the city’s indomitable spirit has also survived the centuries, ensuring Florentine life today its liveliness and sophistication.
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21 Apr
Accommodation
2 Nights
Croce Di Malta Hotel
Florence - Show on map > 0.5 km from centre
8.4
Very good
5251
Outdoor pool
Valet parking
Bar
double or twin room
CONTINENTAL BREAKFAST
Hand Picked Offer
23 Apr
Transport from Florence to Rome
Italo NTV
Italo NTV - 8905
Direct
10:28
Firenze S.M.Novella
1h 42m
12:10
Roma Termini
Smart
Smart
23 Apr
5. Rome
Stay
About the destination: Modern and old, past and present go side by side, all the time. Whether you are in Rome for 3 days, 3 weeks or 3 months, be prepared to step into the world’s biggest open air museum. Rome will seduce you and it will hardly leave you indifferent. It will surprise you, since has so much to offer to any visitor, and it’s beauty is just been merely blurred by time passing by. Rome is one of world's most photogenic cities - not surprising when you remember what's here - The Vatican, the Trevi Fountain, St Peter's Square, Spanish Steps, Colosseum... Whether you spend your time sightseeing, or lazing in cafés watching the world go by, it will be your turn to feature in your very own Roman Holiday. If you can plan to stay as long as a week, you won't run out of things to do and you'll still feel like you're leaving too soon.
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23 Apr
Accommodation
2 Nights
BELSTAY ROMA AURELIA
Rome - Show on map > 6.5 km from centre
8.1
Very good
1119
Outdoor pool
Restaurant
Parking
SUPERIOR DOUBLE
ROOM ONLY
Hand Picked Offer
25 Apr
Transport from Rome to Geneva
ITA Airways
ITA Airways - AZ 578
Direct
16:45
Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
1h 30m
18:15
Geneve Cointrin (GVA)
LIGHT > 0 PC
25 Apr
6. Geneva
Stay
About the destination: The city of Geneva has a population of 200,000 inhabitants and is one of largest in Switzerland, is the capital of the canton and is situated on the Lac Leman, also named Lake of Geneva, it is divided by Rhône River, which emerges from the lake. It is a nice and charming city with numerous bridges. The Gothic Cathédrale de St-Pierre towers over the vieille ville, Geneva’s old section of narrow, winding streets and flower-bedecked homes. Climb the north tower for a spectacular view of the old town. Most of the city’s museums are in the vieille ville. The Musée d’Art et d’Histoire prides itself on its eclecticisms. Exhibits range from ancient Greek vases to Dadaism art. The Petit Palais houses a wonderful collection of modern art in an intimate 19th century palace. Geneva’s lakefront is beautiful. The audacious Jet d’Eau is one of the world’s tallest fountain. Don’t miss the manicured Jardin Anglais with its famous Horloge Fleurie, a large clock adorned with flowers, erected in homage to Geneva’s clock industry. Geneva remains the international city it has been for centuries, epitomizing the Swiss neutrality which has welcomed such diverse visitors as Lenin and Borges. Today, diplomats and the executives of innumerable corporations fill Geneva’s offices, though seldom its spotless streets. Sedate and picturesque, Geneva is the most pleasant city in Switzerland.
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25 Apr
Accommodation
1 Night
Hotel Royal
Geneva - Show on map > 1.5 km from centre
8.2
Very good
6005
Restaurant
Valet parking
Bikes Available
Double/twin (2 People) ~ Non Refundable
ROOM ONLY
26 Apr
Transport from Geneva to Paris
TER Transport express régional
TGV INOUI
Multiple transports
15:29
Geneve (5EJ)
4h 5m
19:34
Paris - Gare De Lyon (FR-PARI-PAR1)
Billet Tarif Normal Régional
26 Apr
7. Paris
Stay
About the destination: Paris, situated on the river Seine, is the capital and largest city in France. It is one of the most iconic cities in the world and it is considered one of the most beautiful and romantic cities, so much so that is has been dubbed the City of Love. Paris offers historical sights, monuments, a pleasant atmosphere, lovely cafés, parks and museums to satisfy any traveler. A large part of this City of Light, including the River Seine, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The city is home to some of the greatest old building in the world such as Le Tour Eiffel, Notre Dâme, Sacre Coeur, L´Arc de Triomphe, Palace of Versailles, the Moulin Rouge or the Hotel des Invalides. There is no ending of the list of things you have to see in this city, but Le Louvre, one of the finest museums in the world of art and culture, should not be missed. Paris remains vastly influential in the realms of art and design and is home to some of the most impressive modern buildings such as La Défense, the Centre Pompidou, the Institut du Monde Arabe or the Stade de France. Paris is a city of immense vitality and beauty and it is an amazing and fascinating destination. With its history and architectural patrimony, Paris is the city everyone wants to see.
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26 Apr
Accommodation
2 Nights
voco Paris – Porte de Clichy by IHG
Paris - Show on map > 5.5 km from centre
8.3
Very good
1539
Restaurant
Parking
Late Check-out
standard room
ROOM ONLY
Hand Picked Offer
28 Apr
Transport from Paris to London
Return
Vueling Airlines
Vueling Airlines - VY 8960
Direct
13:45
Orly (ORY)
1h 30m
14:15
Heathrow London (LHR)
Fly Light > 0 PC
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