Explore Paris with a licensed local guide on a sightseeing tour of the city’s most iconic landmarks. Admire the Arc de Triomphe at the top of the Champs-Élysées, stroll the grand boulevard lined with shops and cafés, and see the ornate 19th-century Opera House. Look up at the Eiffel Tower, built for the 1889 World’s Fair, and Les Invalides, Napoleon’s military refuge, along with other historic sites.

The world’s largest art museum, the Louvre is housed in a medieval fortress-turned-palace so magnificent it’s worth a visit for the architecture alone. Enter through the glass pyramid designed by I.M. Pei and step into grand halls filled with carved ceilings, soaring windows, and centuries of art. See masterpieces like the "Mona Lisa," "Venus de Milo," and "Winged Victory," along with vast collections of Egyptian artefacts and Greek ceramics. Please note: the Louvre is closed on Tuesdays.

Indulge in one of France’s most delicious culinary traditions—the crêpe. These thin pancakes can be wrapped around tasty fillings from fromage (cheese) to chicken. For dessert, have a sweet crêpe with chocolate, Nutella, or just a slathering of butter and a sprinkle of sugar.

See the city from the water on an hour-long cruise along the River Seine. The Seine cuts right through Paris, dividing the city in half. Spot the Eiffel tower rising up on the Left Bank, the walls of the Louvre on the Right Bank. A guide will point out other monuments and architectural marvels as you pass, many of which are illuminated by clear white light at night.

Explore Giverny with a licensed guide and discover the home and gardens that inspired Claude Monet. Captivated by this quiet village, Monet moved there in 1883 and spent 40 years transforming his home and gardens. Explore the flower-filled Clos Normand, cross the Japanese bridge, and see the water lilies that inspired his art. His studio remains much as he left it. Please note: Available for tours travelling April-November only.

Discover Montmartre on a Tour Director-led walk through the hilltop neighbourhood that inspired artists like Picasso and Van Gogh. Stroll the lively Place du Tertre, where painters still work today, see the famous Moulin Rouge cabaret, and climb to the Basilica of Sacré-Coeur for sweeping views over Paris.

France’s aristocrats began building defensive castles in the Loire Valley in the 11th century. Centuries later, their descendants transformed these fortresses into elegant pleasure palaces surrounded by forests and waterways. Today, the banks of the Loire River, the longest in France, are lined with stunning Renaissance châteaux. Students will explore this legacy with visits to Château de Chenonceau and Château d'Amboise, learning about royal life and Renaissance culture. A photo stop at Château de Chambord highlights the grandeur of French architecture and design.

Visit the Musée d’Orsay, housed in a former railway station on the Seine. The museum showcases French art from 1848 to 1915 and is renowned for its Impressionist masterpieces by Monet, Degas, Renoir, and Cézanne.

Uncover the artistic treasures of the Musée d’Orsay through an interactive scavenger hunt. Follow clues and complete challenges as you explore the museum’s history and investigate masterpieces by Degas, Manet, Monet, Van Gogh and Renoir, learning about the artists and their celebrated works.

Discover Florence, the birthplace of the Renaissance, with a licensed guide. Admire the Duomo with Brunelleschi’s dome, Giotto’s Bell Tower, and the Baptistery’s famed Gates of Paradise. Visit Palazzo Vecchio on Piazza della Signoria and step inside Dante’s House to learn about the poet’s legacy. At Santa Croce, see the tombs of Michelangelo, Galileo, and Machiavelli. Cross the Ponte Vecchio and visit a leather workshop to discover one of Florence’s most famous crafts.

Immerse yourself in the rich history of art education at Europe’s first school dedicated to drawing, painting, and sculpting. Students will engage with iconic masterpieces, including Michelangelo's "David," fostering a deeper understanding of artistic techniques and historical context. This experiential journey connects directly to curriculum standards in art history, providing measurable learning outcomes through hands-on exploration and critical analysis.

Enjoy a traditional Italian pizza dinner featuring a thin, freshly baked crust and simple, flavourful ingredients. Try classic varieties such as Margherita, with tomato, mozzarella and basil, or Marinara, traditionally made with tomato, garlic and herbs, while experiencing one of Italy’s most iconic culinary traditions.

Visit one of Italy’s most renowned museums, the Uffizi Gallery, originally built in 1560 as the administrative centre of the Florentine state. Today it houses the world’s finest collection of Italian Renaissance art, including Botticelli’s “Birth of Venus,” da Vinci’s “Baptism of Christ,” and many other masterpieces.

Imagine you’re a Medici. Suppose you’re a Sforza. Use this innovative activity to explore the motives of the patrons of the Renaissance.

Explore Pisa with a licensed guide and see the world-famous Leaning Tower, tilted since builders set it on soft ground centuries ago. Visit the Baptistery, renowned for its acoustics, and admire the nearby duomo. Together, these landmarks form the Campo dei Miracoli, their black-and-white marble façades gleaming against the green lawn.

Step inside the Colosseum with a licensed guide, once the stage for gladiators, naval battles, and wild beast hunts, and explore the underground chambers where animals were kept. Continue to the Forum Romanum, the hub of Roman politics, religion, and commerce. Conclude at Piazza Venezia, framed by its grand palaces and the striking Victor Emmanuel Monument.

Visit St. Peter’s Basilica, renowned for its sweeping colonnades and magnificent Renaissance architecture. Inside, admire Michelangelo’s soaring dome, rising approximately 138 metres above the ground, and his celebrated Pietà sculpture. Continue to the Sistine Chapel, where Michelangelo’s extraordinary frescoes, including the iconic ceiling and "The Last Judgment," stand among the greatest masterpieces of Renaissance art.

Discover Rome’s iconic landmarks. At the Spanish Steps, see the “sinking ship” fountain, designed that way because low water pressure forced the artist to place it below street level. Marvel at the Trevi Fountain’s Baroque grandeur, the Pantheon’s soaring dome, and Piazza Navona, where Bernini’s Fountain of the Four Rivers anchors the bustling square.

Enjoy dinner at a local trattoria and experience the welcoming atmosphere and flavours of Italian dining.