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.

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

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.

Construction of this Gothic cathedral began in 1263 to commemorate the "miracolo del sangue," a miracle witnessed by a priest in nearby Bolsena. While celebrating Mass, the priest reportedly saw blood appear on the Host he was consecrating. Today, the cathedral is among Italy’s most celebrated, with an elaborate marble facade adorned with colourful mosaics and sculpted reliefs. Many of the carvings depict dramatic biblical scenes, including a vivid portrayal of the Last Judgment, with sinners shown in striking detail.

Meet six renaissance giants including Giotto, Galileo, and Isabella d’Este, and debate who made the greatest impact on civilisation.

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.

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.

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.

Explore the timeless beauty of Verona on this sightseeing tour. Stroll through lively Piazza delle Erbe, admire the medieval Castelvecchio Bridge spanning the Adige River, and visit Juliet’s House, forever linked to Shakespeare’s famous tale. Continue to the remarkably preserved Verona Arena, a 1st-century AD Roman amphitheatre that still hosts performances today.

Built on more than 100 islands in a lagoon off the Adriatic, Venice is a city like no other. With your licensed guide, explore its canals, bridges, and winding streets. Step into St. Mark’s Square and visit the grand Basilica, resting place of the apostle St. Mark. Tour the Doge’s Palace, cross the Bridge of Sighs to the old prison cells, and see Tintoretto’s Paradise, the world’s largest oil painting.

Line up to climb to the top floor of this iconic landmark for a spectacular bird’s-eye view of the glittering City of Light.

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.

Take in Paris on foot, strolling wide boulevards, manicured parks, and lively streets filled with cafés and flower stalls. Cross to the Île de la Cité to view the storied Notre-Dame Cathedral, centrepiece of French history, then wander the charming Île St. Louis and the vibrant Latin Quarter, rich with student life and culture.

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.

Once the seat of French royal power, the Palace of Versailles was transformed by Louis XIV into a symbol of monarchy and grandeur. Accompanied by a licensed guide, admire the magnificent Hall of Mirrors, lavish State Apartments and beautifully landscaped gardens filled with fountains and sculptures. Visit Marie Antoinette’s rustic hamlet, where she sought refuge from court life in a picturesque village setting. Please note: Versailles is closed on Mondays.

Stand where Australian troops helped recapture Villers-Bretonneux during one of the defining battles of 1918. Today, the Australian flag still flies over the town in recognition of their sacrifice. Visit Adelaide Cemetery, the Australian National Memorial, the Sir John Monash Centre and the Franco-Australian Museum to learn how more than 10,700 Australians with no known grave are commemorated and to hear the stories of those who fought on the Western Front in their own words.

Trace the history of the Somme on Tour Director-led sightseeing. Descend 20 metres beneath Arras to explore the Wellington Quarry and learn how thousands of soldiers prepared for the Battle of Arras. Continue to Péronne Communal Cemetery and the Mont St. Quentin Australian 2nd Division Memorial to reflect on the service and sacrifice of Australian troops.

Reflect on the legacy of the Battle of Fromelles, where nearly 8,500 casualties were suffered in less than 24 hours. Visit Pheasant Wood Military Cemetery and VC Corner Australian Cemetery and Memorial, where many of the 250 British and Australian soldiers unearthed in 2009 are now buried following one of the largest First World War archaeological discoveries.

Follow the story of the First World War across the battlefields of Flanders. Visit Messines Ridge, Hill 60, the Caterpillar Crater, Gheluvelt, Polygon Wood and Hill 62 (Sanctuary Wood) while learning about the underground tunnelling operations, fierce battles and sacrifices that shaped this historic landscape. Discover the lasting impact of the ANZAC, British and Canadian forces who fought here.

Gain insight into the First World War at the In Flanders Fields Museum, from the invasion of Belgium through four years of trench warfare and the region's lasting journey to peace. Visit the museum and honour the more than 600,000 people who lost their lives.

Attend the moving Last Post Ceremony at the Menin Gate, where buglers have honoured the soldiers of the former British Empire and its allies who died in the Ypres Salient since 1928. This nightly tradition serves as a powerful tribute to those who lost their lives during the First World War.

Work together to complete the Mission Polygon Wood experience, an interactive challenge that combines navigation, teamwork and historical discovery. Using clues, hands-on activities and the identities of British, Australian and New Zealand soldiers, your group will trace their way through Polygon Wood before visiting the Memorial Museum Passchendaele 1917 and its immersive exhibition on one of the First World War's most significant battles. Please note: This activity requires a minimum of 20 participating students.