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EUROPE: FRANCE – SWITZERLAND – ITALY: THE DAZZLING SKIES OF EUROPE

Tour code: EU801.088 days 7 nightsDeparts from Ho Chi Minh CityVIETNAM AIRLINES

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Europe always knows how to make the hearts of travel lovers flutter. Not only with its iconic buildings and famous cities, but also with its cobblestone streets, calm lakes and majestic mountain ranges stretching to the horizon.

The journey begins in France, where elegance is present in every corner, with wide avenues and a romantic atmosphere that have become symbols of the City of Light. Next comes Switzerland, a land blessed by nature with turquoise lakes, snow-capped peaks all year round and peaceful towns as pretty as fairy tales. The trip ends in Italy, the cradle of European art, architecture and culture, where every square, church and narrow lane preserves the imprint of thousands of years of history. Do not miss this European journey, where nature, history and culture blend together, bringing a new perspective every day on the dazzling beauty of the European sky. Gateway, your trusted companion for every journey of discovery.

Highlights

  • Fly with Vietnam Airlines, the national carrier, at 4-star standard
  • Stay at 3-4 star hotels throughout the route, right in the city centre, conveniently located for exploring the city by night
  • Complimentary Seine River cruise ticket to admire the romantic beauty of Paris
  • Explore the City of Light, Paris, with its iconic landmarks and classical artistic spaces
  • Stroll through the fairytale town of Colmar, with its rows of brightly colored timber houses beside poetic canals
  • Be impressed by the beauty of Switzerland: the peaceful village of Iseltwald on Lake Brienz, and immerse yourself in the magical beauty of Lake Lucerne
  • Engelberg – an old village nestled at the foot of Mount Titlis, where snow covers the ground all year round, creating a magical scene
  • Enjoy a rich menu of refined European cuisine and robust Asian flavors, with an appealing buffet rotating every day
  • Spacious, modern 45-seat coaches bring complete comfort on every leg of the journey

Sights: France - Switzerland - Italy

Itinerary

Paris
Paris
20:25 The company's tour guide meets you at gate D2, international departures at Tan Son Nhat airport, to check in for Paris, France on flight VN011 SGN CDG 23:25 – 06:55 +1.
The group spends the night on the plane and is served in-flight meals.

You arrive at Charles de Gaulle International Airport, where the tour guide and the group complete entry formalities into France. The coach takes the group to explore famous places in Paris. Known as the "City of Light" of France, the glamorous capital Paris has always been a stop for anyone who loves beauty.
• Arc de Triomphe – a historic symbol of Paris, built to honor France's military victories.

Khải Hoàn Môn
Arc de Triomphe
• Champs-Élysées Avenue is known as "the most beautiful avenue in the world", home to luxury shops and stunning scenery.
Đại lộ Champs-Elysées
Champs-Élysées Avenue
• Place de la Concorde is one of the largest and oldest squares in Paris, with a history closely tied to the French Revolution.
Quảng trường Concorde
Place de la Concorde
Noon: The group has lunch at a local restaurant. Afterwards, the journey continues and the group visits:
• Trocadéro Square – the ideal place to view the Eiffel Tower. The area is always bustling with visitors and is one of the most upscale spots in the city.
Quảng trường Trocadéro
Trocadéro Square
• Eiffel Tower – the indispensable symbol of Paris, a must-visit destination when coming to the City of Light.
• Louvre Museum – a leading art center in the world, originally a fortress built by King Philippe Auguste in 1190. Today the museum houses thousands of artistic masterpieces of many eras and is an unmissable destination when visiting France. (Exterior visit)
Bảo tàng Louvre
Louvre Museum
• Experience a Seine River cruise to enjoy the romantic scenery of Paris and admire famous architectural works from a unique angle. (Boat ticket included)
Du thuyền dọc sông Seine
Seine River cruise
Evening: The group has dinner at a local restaurant, then returns to the hotel to check in and rest in Paris.

Morning: The group has breakfast at the hotel. Afterwards the tour guide takes the group to admire the beauty of Paris:
• Notre-Dame Cathedral of Paris is an architectural masterpiece on the banks of the Seine, its timeless beauty regarded as a symbol of glamorous France. After five years of restoration following the 2019 fire, Notre-Dame de Paris officially reopened on 7/12/2024 with the presence of many world leaders.

Nhà thờ Đức Bà Paris
Notre-Dame Cathedral of Paris
• Les Invalides – a historic architectural complex built in the 17th century under King Louis XIV as a home for caring for veterans. The building impresses with its gleaming golden dome, and it is also the final resting place of Napoleon Bonaparte. Today Les Invalides is also the Army Museum, preserving many valuable artifacts of French military history.
Điện Invalides
Les Invalides
Noon: The group has lunch at a local restaurant. After lunch, the group has free time to explore and shop at:
• Galeries Lafayette Haussmann, with its glamorous shopping space and countless leading brands in Paris's famous shopping center. It is also well known for its stunning glass dome and Art Nouveau architecture.
Galeries Lafayette Haussmann
Galeries Lafayette Haussmann
Evening: At the appointed time, the coach takes the group to a local restaurant for dinner, then back to the hotel to check in and rest in Paris.

Morning: After breakfast at the hotel and checking out, the tour guide and the group set off for the city of Metz – a place that embraces all the refinement of one of the most romantic countries in the world. On arrival, the group visits:
• Metz Cathedral is one of the largest and most beautiful churches in France, with stunning stained-glass windows that give visitors a sense of serenity and reverence.

Nhà thờ Chính tòa Metz
Metz Cathedral
Noon: The group has lunch at a local restaurant. After lunch, the journey continues to Colmar – a fairytale old town of Europe with picturesque canals, historic houses and peaceful streets. On arrival, the group explores the exterior and takes photos outside:
• Colmar Old Town – the heart of the town, preserving the full beauty of the Middle Ages with cobblestone streets, half-timbered houses painted in bright colors and balconies overflowing with flowers.
Phố cổ Colmar
Colmar Old Town
• La Petite Venise old quarter is often likened to a miniature Venice in Italy, with charming colorful houses, a poetic river, narrow lanes and romantic restaurants.
Phố cổ La Petite Venise
La Petite Venise old quarter
Evening: The group has dinner at a local restaurant and checks into the hotel to rest in Colmar.

Morning: The group enjoys breakfast at the hotel. Then they board the coach for a trip to the village of Iseltwald on Lake Brienz. On arrival, the group explores these unmissable spots:
• Stroll around Iseltwald village – a small, peaceful village on the shore of Lake Brienz, known for its traditional wooden houses, graceful boat landings and turquoise lake surface. The village also served as the setting of the 2019 hit drama "Crash Landing on You".

Làng Iseltwald
Iseltwald village
Noon: The group has lunch at a local restaurant. After lunch, the group travels to Engelberg to explore:
• Engelberg Old Village nestles at the foot of snow-capped Mount Titlis in the majestic Alps, a picture steeped in old-world charm. Built in the 12th century, Engelberg has become a dream destination in Central Europe for tens of thousands of visitors.
Làng Engelberg
Engelberg village
• If time and transport allow, you may spend extra time conquering Mount Titlis by the 360-degree rotating Rotair cable car. Mount Titlis is part of the Alps and can be considered the great dragon of Europe. Its peak is covered in snow all year round, creating a very poetic and romantic natural scene. (Self-paid, reference price 3,500,000 VND per person, with no tour guide accompanying. If the group has more than 10 guests, a tour guide will accompany to provide support)
Trải nghiệm cáp treo Titlis Cable Car
Titlis Cable Car experience
The tour guide and group continue to the city of Lucerne – nicknamed the "Heart of Switzerland", one of the oldest cities in Switzerland. Lucerne sits at the foot of Mount Pilatus and Mount Rigi, with views toward the majestic peaks of the Alps. On arrival, the group visits:
• Lion Monument – a symbol of the courage and sacrifice of Swiss soldiers, carved in stone in the form of a lion holding a weapon.
Tượng đài Sư tử
Lion Monument
• Lake Lucerne is as beautiful and poetic as a painting; it is the fourth-largest lake in Switzerland, surrounded by layered mountain ranges. Lake Lucerne offers a peaceful, relaxing atmosphere and is an ideal place for a leisurely stroll.
Hồ Lucerne
Lake Lucerne
• Chapel Bridge is the oldest wooden bridge in Europe , built in the 14th century, notable for its roof and old paintings depicting the history of Lucerne.
Cầu Chapel
Chapel Bridge
• Visit and shop at the famous Bucherer store, known for its high-end watches, jewelry and unique Swiss souvenirs.
Evening: The group has dinner at a local restaurant and checks into the hotel to rest.
Overnight in Lucerne.

Morning: After breakfast at the hotel and checking out, the tour guide and the group set off for the city of Milan – one of the most dynamic cities in Italy, notable for its blend of modern and classic character as the capital of the famous fashion world.
Noon: Arriving in Milan, the group has lunch at a local restaurant. Afterwards, the group begins exploring Milan:
• Teatro alla Scala Opera House was inaugurated in 1778 in the neoclassical style. Today La Scala is not only a prestigious opera and ballet venue but also a museum housing many valuable artifacts of Italian music history. (Exterior visit)

Nhà hát Opera Teatro alla Scala
Teatro alla Scala Opera House
• Milan Cathedral – a symbol of majestic Gothic architecture, with exquisite carved details, towering tall columns, and light through stained glass creating a solemn and dignified atmosphere.
Nhà thờ Chính tòa Milan
Milan Cathedral
• Shop at the most prestigious glass-roofed arcade in Italy Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II, where you can enjoy an air of luxury with designer fashion boutiques and a distinctive Italian coffee house.
Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II
Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II
Evening: The group has dinner at a local restaurant, then checks into the hotel to rest in Milan.

Morning: After breakfast at the hotel, the group has free time to explore until the check-out time.
The coach takes the group to Malpensa airport to check in for the flight back to Vietnam, flight VN072 MXP HAN 11:45 – 04:20 +1.
Travelers may eat and rest on the plane.

After transiting at Noi Bai airport, the group connects to Ho Chi Minh City on flight VN207 HAN – SGN 07:00 – 09:10.
Arriving at Tan Son Nhat airport, the group completes entry formalities. The journey ends here, and the tour guide says goodbye and looks forward to seeing you again on your next journey!

Note: Depending on actual conditions at the destinations, the order of sightseeing may be adjusted to suit the route and weather, but all sightseeing stops in the program will still be ensured. If unforeseen objective factors require a change of sightseeing stop, the tour guide will proactively arrange another stop suitable for the route and the group's schedule.

Departures and prices

DepartsReturnsAdultChild 5–11Single room
19 Dec 202626 Dec 202659,900,000 VND59,900,000 VND+15,000,000 VND

Price includes

Airfare according to the itinerary including 10 kg carry-on and 23 kg checked baggage. (In case of purchasing tour with separate ticket: according to airline conditions)
Note: Airfare does not include seat selection or seating arrangements together; if you have a need, please register in advance (with fee). Seat selection depends on availability and the fee set by the airline at the time of purchase.
Overnight at 3-4* hotels on a standard of 2 guests per room.
Note: Guests travelling alone (single man or single woman) – if no roommate is available, a single-room supplement will be charged. If a roommate has been found but the guest cancels the tour or does not obtain a visa, the guest still pays the single-room supplement. Single-room supplement: VND 2,500,000 per guest per night
Meals as per the program.
Transportation for transfers and sightseeing according to the program
International travel insurance worth 50,000 USD/case. Guests aged 85 and above pay a separate travel insurance package supplement (fee depends on the itinerary and the guest's age).
Drinking water on the bus: 1 bottle/guest/sightseeing day.
Tour guide from Vietnam throughout the program.
Gifts from Gateway travel company.
Value-added tax (VAT) invoice according to state regulations.

Price excludes

Passport (must be valid for more than 6 months - counted from the date of re-entry to Vietnam).
Airport transfer
Single room supplement.
Excess baggage, transport outside the program.
Visa fee for re-entry to Vietnam if you hold a foreign passport with a single-entry visa to Vietnam.
Other expenses not mentioned in the inclusions.
Visa fee 5,500,000 VND (Not including premium fee)
Tips for the tour guide and driver.

CHILDREN'S PRICES

Under 2 years old: flight ticket with parents, travel insurance, sharing a bed with parents.
From 2 to under 9 years old: sharing a bed with parents, other services as for adults.
From 9 years old and above: charged 100% of the adult tour price.
A child's age is calculated based on the departure date, according to the day/month/year of birth on valid documents. Note: Children under 2 do not have a seat on the aircraft and are not covered by the airline's baggage allowance or some other services.

OTHER NOTES

The program is organized and operated by LIÊN MINH Travel. The tour is an all-inclusive package combining sightseeing and shopping; customers may not separate from the group on their own in any form, and unused services will not be refunded. If you need to separate from the group, you must notify the company at the time of booking so it can be considered, and you will bear the applicable fee (this fee is non-refundable). After a visa has been granted, if for any reason you do not take the group tour with the Company, the Company has the right to report the cancellation of your granted visa to the authorities, and no costs will be refunded. If a customer is refused a visa, the non-refundable cost is 5,500,000 VND.
If a customer who booked a separate air ticket is refused a visa, the non-refundable visa fee is 5,500,000 VND per person, and airline tickets are subject to the airline's conditions. The embassies and consulates-general of Schengen Agreement countries require applicants for group tourist visas to resubmit their original passports, or require applicants to appear in person after the trip ends. Please hand over your original passport to the group leader at the airport on the return day, or hand it to the tour staff at the Gateway Travel office within 2 days after returning (if no group leader accompanies the group).The tour programs operated on international flight legs with the following airlines will not include in-flight meals: Vietjet Air (VJ), Vanilla Air (JW), AirAsia (AK), Jetstar Asia Airways (3K), Pacific Airlines (BL), Thai AirAsia (FD), Tiger Air (TR), T'way Airlines (TW).
Domestic flight legs of airlines within the host country do not include in-flight meals.

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