22-Day European Discovery Teen Tour

Course Description: 22-Day European Discovery Teen Tour

European Discovery Teen Tour

England, France, Switzerland & Italy 🇬🇧🇫🇷🇨🇭🇮🇹

This unforgettable 22-day teen adventure explores Europe’s most iconic cities, postcard-perfect landscapes, and rich cultural traditions. From London to Paris, through the French Alps and Swiss mountains, and all the way to the coastlines and ancient wonders of Italy, students experience a perfect blend of sightseeing, adventure, food, bonding, and travel independence.

Led by caring program leaders who create a positive, inclusive environment, this small-group journey delivers lifelong friendships and countless “wow” moments across four unforgettable countries.

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Program Highlights 🌍✨

• Climb the Eiffel Tower & see the Arc de Triomphe

• Float through Venice in a classic gondola

• Ski or snowboard in the Swiss Alps (weather permitting) ⛷️

• Whitewater raft the Isère River

• Hike the colorful villages of Cinque Terre

• Swim in Lake Annecy’s crystal-clear waters

• Explore the Colosseum, Pantheon & Roman Forum

• Visit Vatican City & the Sistine Chapel

• Ride the London Eye & explore Kensington and Shoreditch

• Toss three coins into the Trevi Fountain

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Itinerary

Day 1 – Flight to London, England

Overnight flight and welcome orientation upon arrival.

Days 2–4 – London, England 🇬�*

• Stay in Kensington

• Ride the London Eye 🎡

• Guided city tour: Buckingham Palace, Big Ben, Tower of London

• Explore Leicester Square, Covent Garden & Piccadilly Circus

• Visit trendy Shoreditch

• Enjoy a West End theatre show

• Browse Harrods & Carnaby Street

Days 5–7 – Paris & Versailles, France 🇫�*

• Eiffel Tower, Notre-Dame area, Champs-Élysées

• Croissants, baguettes, crêpes & cafés

• See the Mona Lisa at the Louvre

• Explore Montmartre & the Latin Quarter

• Visit the Palace of Versailles & its iconic Hall of Mirrors

Days 8–10 – Annecy, France

• “Little Venice of the Alps”

• Lakeside biking with stunning views

• Swim in Lake Annecy 💙

• Whitewater rafting through the Tarentaise Valley

Days 11–12 – Zermatt, Switzerland 🇨�*

• Stay in a classic Alpine village beneath the Matterhorn

• Gondola ride with mountain views 🚠

• Optional skiing/snowboarding (weather permitting)

• Try traditional fondue

Days 13–14 – Cinque Terre, Italy 🇮�*

• Explore the five cliffside villages

• Hike between towns

• Relax on Mediterranean beaches

• Enjoy local Ligurian pesto

Days 15–16 – Venice, Italy

• Wander canals, bridges & markets

• Gondola ride 🚤

• Visit St. Mark’s Square & Doge’s Palace

• Watch Murano glassblowing

Days 17–18 – Adriatic Riviera (Rimini), Italy

• Unwind at Italy’s iconic Adriatic beaches

• Stroll busy promenades & enjoy seaside evenings

Days 19–21 – Rome, Italy

• Colosseum, Roman Forum, Pantheon

• Vatican City: St. Peter’s Basilica & Sistine Chapel

• Spanish Steps & Piazza Navona

• Supervised toga-themed evening

• Toss coins into the Trevi Fountain ✨

Day 22 – Return Flight Home

Group farewell and airport assistance for check-in.

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Accommodations 🏨

Comfortable, carefully selected hotels in central or scenic locations:

• London – Holiday Inn Kensington or similar

• Paris – Novotel Tour Eiffel or similar

• Annecy – Le Pelican, Moxy Annecy or ibis Annecy

• Zermatt – Hotel Plateau Rosa

• Cinque Terre (La Spezia) – CDH Hotel

• Venice – Hotel Carlton on the Grand Canal or similar

• Adriatic Riviera – Hotel Polo

• Rome – Hotel Eliseo or BW Hotel President

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Meals 🍝🥐🍕

• Breakfast and dinner included daily

• Breakfasts: hotel buffets

• Dinners: authentic local restaurants, bistros & group favorites

• Lunches: students choose cafés and bakeries

• All dietary preferences & allergies accommodated (vegetarian, gluten-free, lactose-free, kosher-style, etc.)

Culinary favorites include:

• Pizza, pasta, gelato in Italy

• Croissants, crepes & baguettes in France

• Fondue in Switzerland

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Transportation 🚍✈️

• Deluxe private motor coach

• Occasional public transport when appropriate

• Chaperoned group flight available from the New York area

• Flight coordination assistance for all families

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Group Life 👥

• Groups range from 28–48 students

• Co-ed, age-compatible groupings

• Supportive, inclusive, family-style culture

• Guided days with structured independence in safe areas

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Laundry 🧺

• Bring one week of clothing

• Weekly wash-and-fold or laundromat visits

• Detergent provided

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What’s Included ✔️

• All lodging

• Breakfast & dinner daily

• All listed activities & entrance fees

• Airport transfers at designated times

• All ground transportation

• Taxes & standard gratuities

Not included:

• International flights

• Lunches & snacks

• Laundry

• Souvenirs & personal spending money

• Travel insurance (optional but recommended)