A Four Seasons Journey
Description
Summary
Description
Embark on an unforgettable 11-day journey through the heart of Europe, exploring its rich history, diverse cultures, and breathtaking landscapes. This multi-day tour offers a unique blend of guided excursions and free time to explore at your own pace. From the enchanting streets of Prague to the stunning Swiss Alps, the cosmopolitan city of Milan, and the eternal city of Rome, this tour promises a wealth of unforgettable experiences. Discover the architectural marvels, taste the local cuisines, and immerse yourself in the vibrant local cultures. Whether you're a history buff, a foodie, or a nature lover, this tour has something for everyone.
Included
Includes arrival transfer
Evening transfer: Old Town Square in Prague, Trastevere in Rome
Transfer: Piazzale Michelangelo in Florence
Train: Piazza dei Miracoli in Pisa
English speaking tour in: PRAGUE, ROME, FLORENCE, VENICE
Please note also that your tour guide might be changed once or several times during the tour. On some tours, according to the number of passengers, the service may be provided in bilingual (usually in English and Spanish), either accompanied by two tour leaders, one for each language, or a single tour leader for smaller groups explaining in both languages.
FOLKLORIC TIROLES WITH DINNER (2hrs)(60 EUR)
This show is one of the most colorful and attractive in Europe with its
rhythmic and happy music, its dances and the varied musical instruments
of medieval origin (horn and mountain range) that will allow us to get
closer to one of the most conservative and traditional cultures in
Europe. We propose you to discover this rich folklore in Tiroler
Alpenbuhne, a show with dinner included lasting just over 2hours.. -Transfer with our guide
-Entrance, dinner and a drink included
-Round-trip transportation to and from your hotel.. 0 number of people required.
MT. TITLIS. ETERNAL SNOW AND GLACIER (FULL DAY)(165 EUR)
From Zurich, a panoramique trip along the shores of Lake Lucerne to the charming city of the same name. Short photo stop along the way and city tour. Free time for lunch, browsing for traditional souvenirs in the local stores and exploring the winding alleys of the charming old town.
Explore the heart of the glacier in the Glacier Cave tunnels, venture across Europe´s highest suspension bridge on Cliff Walk, ride the Ice Flyer chairlift to Glacier Park and go snow tubing.
**THIS EXCURSION TAKES PLACE ON THE DAY YOUR ITINERARY IS
GOING TO GRINDELWALD, PLEASE NOTE THAT IF YOU DO THIS EXCURSION YOU WILL NOT BE
ABLE TO FOLLOW THE ITINERARY MARKED IN YOUR TRIP FOR THAT DAY** - Transfer to and from the meeting point to start this excursion. This transfer will be individual, if the minimum group size does not reach 15 or more people. - Fully guided tour with professional English speaking guide - Transportation in comfortable air-conditioned coach - Aerial ropeways incl. Rotair. 0 number of people required.
THE BAROQUE ROME. A TOUR AROUND THE MOST BEAUTIFUL SQUARES AND FOUNTAINS (2 HRS 30 MIN)(35 EUR)
This excursion is essential to complete your stay in Rome. You can enjoy
the great Rome of Bernini and Borromini, the great baroque Rome with
its beautiful fountains, squares and obelisks. That Rome that the Popes
created. We will make a complete tour knowing: Lungotevere, Ara Pacis,
Porta Pinciana, Via Veneto, Plaza de España with its wonderful fountain
of the boat and its staircase Trinidad de los Montes, Fontana de Trevi
where you can fulfill the rite of throwing your coin, Piazza Colona ,
Pantheon, possibly the best preserved archaeological temple of ancient
Rome and we will finish in the extraordinary Piazza Navona. An important
part of this excursion is done on foot enjoying the center and heart of
Rome. -Transportation by bus starting from St. Peter’s Square to Piazza di Spagna, the starting point of the walking tour.
-Walking tour conducted by a specialized guide.
-Several photo stops at the most iconic sites
-Audio devices to ensure that all participants can hear the guide throughout the tour. 15 number of people required.
VATICAN MUSEUMS, SISTINE CHAPEL AND ST. PETER’S BASILICA-GM (3 HRS)(70 EUR)
Accompanied by an expert guide, we will visit the most important rooms of the Vatican Museums: gallery of tapestries, sculptures, paintings and other rooms in which we will have the opportunity to appreciate some of the most important works of art of classical and Renaissance antiquity. Our highlight will be the Sistine Chapel, dazzling after its brilliant restoration. Finally, we will visit the Basilica, where we can see Michelangelo´s Pieta, the Baldachin of San Pedro and the dome of Michelangelo.
"Due to
to high demand and limited availability,
we advise you to purchase this activity in advance."
Secure
your participation!
-Entrance ticket to the Vatican Museum and St. Peter’s Basilica
-Entrance through the priority lane, to eliminate waiting time
-Visit conducted by an authorized and specialized guide
-Audio devices to ensure that all participants can hear the guide throughout the tour. 20 number of people required.
GONDOLA RIDE IN VENICE (20MIN)(40 EUR)
A
gondola ride along the Canals of Venice
is on the wish list of every traveller who visits “the city of the water streets”. For any mythomaniacs, a gondola ride in
Venice is nothing but
a romantic dream coming true
. There is only one
Venice, and the gondola ride is the unique opportunity to get to know the city
from the right perspective, the water line.
So, get ready for an unforgettable ride in
the narrow canals of a city that has
existed for more than 1,200 years
.
This boat, the gondola, is undoubtedly one of the most emblematic images of Venice and one of the most recognisable icons in the world. In the past it was the symbol of elegance and extravagance, why almost every king in Europe wanted gondolas in the lakes and canals of their palaces.
For our gondola excursion, we have chosen
a special route that runs along part of the Canal Grande
, the most elegant avenue in the city. But we will
also
enter the small c
anals
, of which many are only accessible by boat. In these narrow straits, we will get the best opportunity to see the gondolier, in his traditional uniform, demonstrate his skills to navigate the vessel around sharp corners and under beautiful bridges.
To make the excursion perfect, our procession of
gondolas will be accompanied by musicians
who with their traditional songs will create the soundtrack for your visit to Venice. -Excursion accompanied by an Europamundo guide until the starting point of the cruise.
-Gondolas reserved in advance to avoid waiting time
-20 minutes canal cruise in shared gondola up to 5 persons in each gondola
-Gondola ride accompanied by two musicians in separate vessel. 15 number of people required.
SAILING AROUND THE VENICE LAGOON (2HRS)(40 EUR)
We sail towards the north of the lagoon passing by the island of San Michele where there is a monumental cemetery and then by the island of MURANO.
We continue sailing until we reach the islands of BURANO and TORCELLO, the northernmost islands of the lagoon.
Sailing along the eastern side of the lagoon we pass the island of SAN FRANCESCO DEL DESERTO and the long peninsula of Punta Sabbioni, the Venetians´ beach.
We will be able to admire the Mose plan, the last masterpiece of high engineering technology, which helps Venice during the phenomenon of high tides and separates the Adriatic Sea and the inner lagoon of Venice.
We continue to the canal where the Lido of Venice is located, famous for its prestigious Hotel Excelsior and above all where the Palazzo del Cinema is located, where every year the Venice Film Festival takes place.
We enter the canal in the south of Venice admiring the 2 famous islands:
ISOLA DEGLI ARMENI and SAN SERVOLO also called the island of the madmen.
We will pass through the Finance canal where you can admire the famous HOTEL CIPRIANI and we will end the navigation entering again in the Bacino of San Marco.
-Private panoramic boat
-Explanation with local guide.
-A refreshing drink and a snack.
NOTE: Occasionally due to low winter visibility, this excursion on the Venice lagoon will not be operational.. 25 number of people required.
PRAGA
: DUO or PANORAMA HOTEL PRAGUE or WELLNESS HOTEL STEP
INNSBRUCK
: ALPHOTELINNSBRUCK or DOLLINGER or TIVOLI INNSBRUCK
ZURICH
: MOVENPICK AIRPORT or HARRYS HOME SCHWEIZ or DORMERO ZURICH
MILAN
: NH MILANO 2 or BELSTAY MILANO LINATE or ERGIFE
ROMA
: MIDAS or ELE GREEN PARK HOTEL PAMPHILI or NILHOTEL
FLORENCIA
: NOVOTEL FIRENZE NORD or LUGANO TORRETTA or DELFINO
VENECIA
: NOVOTEL MESTRE CASTELLANA
We know how important hotels are on your trip. The hotels have been selected taking into consideration quality, price and location. They are located in the cities we visit, most of them not in the city center but all of them with easy access to public transportation nearby. Our accommodation is not based on luxury hotels. Please keep in mind that standards, bed sizes and room dimensions can vary between hotels of the same class in different locations. All rooms are equipped with private bathroom and TV. Some of them also offer a mini-bar, safe box, and hair dryer. Many hotels, mainly in North Europe, do not have air conditioning or local legislation establishes limited dates of use.
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Attractions
Daily Itinerary
Day 1 – Day 1: Arrival in Prague
- Průhonice - Arrival day
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- Old Town Square
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Welcome to the beautiful city of Prague! Upon your arrival at the airport, we will escort you to your hotel. In the evening, we will take you to the vibrant Old Town Square, the heart of the city's historic core, where you can enjoy a delightful dinner at a restaurant of your choice.
Day 2 – Day 2: Exploring Prague
- Průhonice
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- Prague Castle
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Today, we delve into the heart of Prague, the Baroque jewel of Europe. A local expert will guide us through the city's outstanding monuments, including a visit to the majestic Prague Castle. We'll also enjoy a serene boat tour on the Vltava River. The afternoon is yours to explore the city further.
Day 3 – Day 3: Munich and Innsbruck
- Průhonice
- Munich
- Innsbruck
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We depart early from Prague and head to Bavaria, where we'll visit Munich. Enjoy some free time to explore the city's monumental center and have lunch at a traditional beerhouse. In the afternoon, we continue our journey to Innsbruck, Austria, where you'll have the evening to dine in the charming Old Town.
Day 4 – Day 4: Swarovski Museum and Zurich
- Innsbruck
- Zurich
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- Swarovski Crystal Worlds
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Start your day with a visit to the Swarovski Museum, home to dazzling crystal creations. After exploring the museum and its impressive gardens, we'll journey through the stunning Tyrolean landscapes towards Zurich, Switzerland. Spend your evening in Zurich's historic center, where you can enjoy a meal at a restaurant of your choice.
Day 5 – Day 5: Interlaken, Grindelwald, and Lucerne
- Zurich
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- Lucerne Needle Dam
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Today's journey takes us through the breathtaking landscapes of Interlaken. We'll stop at Grindelwald, where you can enjoy a coffee before taking a cable car up the mountain. After a walk along the winding path and a lunch with a view, we head to Lucerne, one of Switzerland's most beautiful cities. The evening is yours to explore Zurich.
Day 6 – Day 6: Lugano, Morcote, and Milan
- Zurich
- Lugano
- Milan
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We depart from Zurich and journey through the Alps to reach Lugano, the cosmopolitan capital of Italian Switzerland. After exploring Lugano and the charming town of Morcote, we head to Milan, Italy. Here, you'll have the evening to explore the impressive Duomo Square and enjoy dinner at a restaurant of your choice.
Day 7 – Day 7: Pisa and Rome
- Milan
- Pisa
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- Leaning Tower of Pisa
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Today, we journey to Pisa, where we'll take a tourist train to the Piazza Dei Miracoli to admire the iconic Leaning Tower of Pisa. From Pisa, we continue our journey to Rome, arriving in the evening.
Day 8 – Day 8: Vatican and Rome
Day 8: Vatican and Rome
- St. Clement Basilica
- Roman Forum
- La Bicocca
- Trajan Forum
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We start the day with a scenic tour of Rome, including a visit to the Vatican, the heart of Christianity, and St. Peter's Basilica. We'll also explore the Imperial Forums, the center of political activity in Imperial Rome. In the evening, we'll stroll through the charming district of Trastevere, where you can enjoy dinner at a local trattoria or international restaurant.
Day 9 – Day 9: Florence
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- Piazza del Duomo, San Gimignano
- piazza della Signoria
- piazzale Michelangelo
- Ponte Vecchio
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Today, we leave Rome and head north to Florence. We'll start with a visit to the impressive Piazzale Michelangelo. In the evening, a local expert will guide us through the historic center, where we'll see the Ponte Vecchio, the Duomo, and Plaza della Signoria. Enjoy some leisure time to explore the city, an outdoor museum in its own right.
Day 10 – Day 10: Venice
- Florence
- Venice
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- Piazza San Marco
- Murano lighthouse
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Today, we journey to the romantic city of Venice. We'll take a boat across the Giudecca to the Island of Venice, where a local guide will show us the marvelous St. Mark's Square. We'll also visit the Murano Glass Factory, where you can see how this ancient glass is made. The rest of the day is yours to explore Venice at your leisure.
Day 11 – Day 11: Departure
- Venice - Departure day
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After breakfast, our unforgettable tour comes to an end. We hope you've enjoyed this journey through the heart of Europe as much as we've enjoyed showing you around. Safe travels!
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