Immerse yourself in the romantic atmosphere of Europe on this exclusive pre-set package honeymoon that sweeps you away to some of the most romantic cities in Italy and France.
With exclusive pre-arranged tours with expert guides, accommodation and private transfers, this is the perfect Europe honeymoon on which to absorb the romantic sights in three of the most magical cities in Europe.
Rome
Day 1: Immerse yourself in the magic of Rome
This exclusive Europe honeymoon begins in the Eternal City of Rome - a city like no other in the world. Here, you can walk through years of history and discover love stories of the past, including the fated story of Cleopatra and Mark Antony. You will experience luxury and magic as soon as you arrive in Rome with a private transfer from Rome Fiumicino Airport to your hotel in the heart of Rome.
Day 2: Leisure day
This will be a full day for you to explore Rome at leisure.
Day 3: VIP tour of Rome's classic attractions
After spending a day relaxing and perusing Rome at your leisure, today you’ll be treated to a private guided tour of the city's classic architecture, including Piazza del Quirinale, Piazza Colonna, the Column of Marcus Aurelius, the intricate fountains in Piazza Navona, the immense Pantheon and the extravagant Trevi Fountain. During this exclusive experience with a knowledgeable private guide, you will have plenty of time to learn the secrets of this special city, including little-known facts and anecdotes.
Day 4: Exclusive tour of the Vatican (with the Sistine Chapel)
On your first full day in Rome, you will join our expert tour guide on a wonderful journey to the world’s smallest sovereign state and one of the most important stretches of land in the Catholic religion as you cross the border into Vatican City. Start your adventure at the door of St Peter’s Basilica, one of the largest religious buildings in the world and a crowning example of Renaissance architecture, where, once inside, you can discover spectacular art from Michelangelo and Bernini. After enjoying the delights of St Peter’s, you’ll enter the Vatican Museums, which are filled with rare artefacts and priceless masterpieces, including ancient Greek statues and Renaissance frescoes that are simply waiting for you to discover them. At this point, you may feel that the Vatican couldn’t get any more glorious, but we have saved a grand finale! On the last part of this Vatican City tour, as you cast your gaze to the heavens, you will witness the unmatched genius of Michelangelo in the sensational Sistine Chapel. This is a building unlike anything else on Earth, so be sure to take some time to savor it as your detailed tour of the Vatican comes to an unforgettable end.
Day 5: Special-access tour of the Colosseum
After a morning of leisure, our private guide will greet you at your hotel (or designated meeting point) and take you on a journey back in time on a tour of Rome’s ancient sights, including the Fori Imperiali, Roman Forum, Augustus Domus and, finally, the epic and glorious Colosseum. Inside this magnificent and iconic landmark, you will enjoy an exclusive two-hour tour with special access to the upper tier and fascinating underground level. During the experience, our guide will entertain you with stories from the past and will bring to life the famous characters that were pivotal to the Colosseum's past.
Day 6: Private underground tour of Rome's catacombs
Delve into the world beneath the city streets with a private guided tour of Rome's cryptic graveyard. The Roman catacombs are one of the most important pilgrimage sites in Italy and a place where you can uncover legends and burial rituals as you wander among these ancient and mysterious tombs. As a part of this special experience, which will give you a deep insight into Christian Rome, you will visit the impressive S. Agnese and S. Domitilla catacombs, as well as San Callisto and San Sebastiano, which are ancient Christian burial grounds. This is an exclusive tour designed especially for you by Bellarome’s expert Tour Director and features catacombs from different eras and in different styles so that you can appreciate the full glory of Rome’s Christian past.
Florence
Day 7: Welcome to Tuscany!
After 6 nights walking through Rome's enchanting past, the next stop on this Europe honeymoon is the Renaissance city of Florence, where you can immerse yourself in the city's artistic atmosphere. We include first-class train tickets as standard in your package, as well as transfers, meaning you can relax and look forward to your vacation in Tuscany. Upon arrival in Florence, the afternoon and evening will be yours to enjoy the jewels of this beautiful city.
Day 8: VIP tour of the Accademia, with Michelangelo's David
Today, you can immerse yourself in the Renaissance with a four-hour private tour of the Accademia Gallery (also known as the Gallerie dell’Accademia), where you’ll find the glorious and imposing sculpture of “David” by Michelangelo. This statue is a symbol of the power and invincibility of the Florentine Republic and is an unmissable attraction on your Europe honeymoon.
Days 9 & 10: Leisure days
These will be full days for you to explore Florence at leisure.
Paris
Day 11: Take in the romantic charms of Paris
After plenty of time to relax in Tuscany, perhaps enjoying some famous Chianti wine, we will whisk you to the romantic capital of France. Upon arrival in Paris, widely regarded as the City of Love, our professional driver will be waiting to greet you and will take you to your centrally located hotel so that you can spend the evening immersing yourself in the enchanting magic of this unforgettable city.
Day 12: VIP tour of Paris
During this VIP Paris tour, you will admire the outstanding monuments of the city, including the Opera Garnier, the 17th-century Place Vendôme, the Palais Royal and the Louvre, before following the Seine River to the Ile de La Cite, where you will make your first stop so that you can see the splendid Notre Dame Cathedral. The tour then continues with the Orsay Museum, the Concorde Square (the largest square in Europe where the French Revolution took the life of the King and Queen), the Champs Elysées (the most famous avenue in the world), the Arc de Triomphe, the Grand Palais, the Invalides and the Eiffel Tower (exterior only), where you will stop to take photos. With this unique and complete itinerary, this is the perfect way to see Paris' main sights in a day.
Day 13: VIP tour of Paris' catacombs
Today, you will discover a different side to Paris on an underground excursion to visit the haunting remains of more than six million French citizens in the catacombs of Paris. During this private experience, you will have the unique and exclusive opportunity to visit parts of the catacombs that are usually closed to the general public, allowing you to discover the darker side of Paris' past. During the tour, your private guide will explain the significance of the catacombs and tell your stories about the characters buried here, bringing the past to life.
Day 14: Leisure day
This will be a full day for you to explore Paris at leisure.
Day 15: And so your dream Europe honeymoon reaches its end
The morning sees you leaving France on your flight from Paris Charles De Gaulle Airport back home. The sights, sounds, tastes and experiences of the past weeks will no doubt flood over you as you enjoy the luxury of a private transfer to the airport, leading you to smile in remembrance of times past and to plan for your inevitable return visit!
