Don't drink your vino out of a cask? You're gonna love our next stop. Watch rows of centuries-old grapevines rush past as we make our way through the Loire Valley to Château de Chambord. If you're up for it, you'll have time to explore this magnificent Renaissance castle – supposedly designed by Leonardo da Vinci himself. Sixty opulently decorated rooms. Gardens as big as inner-city Paris. And a mind-boggling double helix staircase. This place will have you feeling like French royalty (minus the lead-based face paint obvs).
Later, we'll make tracks to Bordeaux – where half the city is UNESCO World Heritage–listed and vineyards reign supreme. Get the run around this 1200-year-old city with our expert Trip Leader. Then, the rest is up to you. (B)
Florence has more stories than Shakespeare, more culture than a London hipster AND it gave the world David (putting dad bods to shame since 1504). We'll get the lay of the land on an in-depth walking tour with a local guide.
Then: bella Roma awaits! Dump your stuff at the hotel, strap on your Nikes and pack your anti-chafing cream – this walking tour is one for the books. We're talking a solid few hours of non-stop sights, off-the-tourist-trail hidden gems and a run-down of almost 3000 years of history. Pass by the Pantheon, throw your two cents in the Trevi Fountain, (don't) sit on the Spanish Steps and wind things up under the shadow of the mighty Colosseum. Epic doesn't even cut it. For dinner tonight, ask your Trip Leader where to find the best cacio e pepe – trust us, you won't be disappointed. (B)
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