Romantic Europe
Description
Summary
Description
Embark on a captivating 19-day tour that will take you through the heart of Europe, immersing you in the rich history, diverse cultures, and stunning landscapes of France, Switzerland, Italy, Austria, Hungary, Slovakia, and the Czech Republic. This multi-day tour is meticulously designed to offer a blend of iconic landmarks, local experiences, and breathtaking natural beauty. From the grandeur of the Palace of Versailles to the charm of Montmartre, the awe-inspiring Eiffel Tower, the picturesque landscapes of Bourgogne, the historic city of Lyon, and the vibrant city of Zurich, every day is a new adventure. The tour also includes visits to the enchanting cities of Venice, Florence, Rome, Vienna, Budapest, Bratislava, and Prague. With comfortable accommodations, delicious meals, and an expert guide to accompany you, this tour promises an unforgettable European journey.
Included
Includes arrival transfer
Evening transfer: Trastevere in Rome, Grinzing district in Vienna , Old Town Square in Prague
Transfer: Montmartre district and Palace of Versailles in Paris (admission not included), Piazzale Michelangelo in Florence
Train: Rapperswil - Zurich, Piazza dei Miracoli in Pisa
Basic travel insurance is included
Breakfast buffet
1 Lunch Included in: LUCERNE
1 Dinner Included in: KITZBUHEL
City tour in: PARIS, ROME, FLORENCE, VENICE, VIENNA, BUDAPEST, PRAGUE
Ticket admission: Funicular in Montmartre in Paris, 2nd Floor Eiffel Tower in Paris , Coliseum of Rome , Saint Mark´s Basilica and Murano Glass Factory in Venice , Prague Castle
Funicular: Lyon, Cable Car to Grindelwald First , Kitzbuhel
English speaking tour in: PARIS, ROME, FLORENCE, VENICE, VIENNA, BUDAPEST, PRAGUE
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.
PARIS
: NOVOTEL P. D´ITALIE or MERCURE PARIS PTE VERSALLES EXPO or MERCURE PORTE D´ORLEANS
LYON
: CAMPANILE CENTRE LYON BERGES DU RHONE or APPARTCITY LYON CITE INTERNATIONALE or TRIBE LYON CROIX ROUSSE
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 or KAISERHOTEL NEUWIRT or KAISERHOTEL KITZBUHLER ALPEN
KITZBUHEL
: LIFTHOTEL or NOVUM PRINZ EUGENE or RAINERS HOTEL VIENNA
BUDAPEST
: MERCURE BUDAPEST CASTLE HILL or DUO or PANORAMA HOTEL PRAGUE
PRAGA
: WELLNESS HOTEL STEP
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.
Destinations
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Attractions
Daily Itinerary
Day 1 – Day 1: Arrival
- Paris - Arrival day
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Welcome to the start of your exciting European journey! Upon your arrival at the airport, we will arrange a transfer to your hotel. Once you've settled in, check the information boards in the hotel reception area for details about the welcome meeting with your guide and fellow travelers.
Day 2 – Day 2: Paris - Palace of Versailles and Montmartre
- Paris
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- Palace of Versailles
- Musée de Montmartre
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Today, we delve into the history of France with a visit to the magnificent Palace of Versailles and its beautiful gardens. Afterward, we head back to Paris and make our way to Montmartre, a bohemian neighborhood known for its artists, painters, and cabarets. We'll take a cable car ride up to this charming district. A city tour with a local guide will give you a chance to admire the beauty of Paris's impressive avenues and monuments. You'll have the option to attend a variety show in the evening.
Day 3 – Day 3: Paris - Eiffel Tower and River Seine
- Paris
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- Eiffel Tower
- Île de la Cité
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We start the day in the heart of Paris, beginning with the iconic Eiffel Tower. You'll have the opportunity to ascend to the second floor of this remarkable metal monument. Next, we enjoy a boat cruise along the River Seine, which beautifully bisects the city. The rest of the afternoon is yours to explore Paris at your leisure.
Day 4 – Day 4: Beaune and Lyon
- Paris
- Beaune
- Lyon
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- Châteauneuf Castle
- La Basilique Notre Dame de Fourvière
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Today, we journey to the center of France, to the Bourgogne region, renowned for its wines. We'll visit Beaune, a city adorned with flower-filled streets, a hospice, and a wine museum. Later, we'll arrive in Lyon, the capital of Roman Gallia, situated on the banks of the Rhône. We'll take a cable car ride to Notre Dame de Fourvière for a panoramic view of the city. In some cases, part of the group might be accommodated in Chambery, a city near Lyon, where we'll have some time to explore its beautiful historic center and large castle.
Day 5 – Day 5: Geneva and Zurich
- Lyon
- Geneva
- Zurich
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Today, we set off for Switzerland, arriving in Geneva. We'll pass by the Palais des Nations, the European headquarters of the United Nations, and visit the beautiful English Garden with its flower clock and the Jet d'Eau, the highest fountain in Europe. After lunch, we'll continue our journey through Switzerland, passing by the beautiful Leman and Neuchatel lakes. We'll stop in Neuchatel for a walk by the lake and a visit to its 10th-century castle before heading to Zurich, arriving in the late afternoon.
Day 6 – Day 6: Zurich - Lake Zurich and Rapperswil
- Zurich
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- Lake Zurich
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We'll begin the day with a guided tour of Zurich, the most populated city of Switzerland and the country's financial and cultural capital. Afterward, we'll embark on a nearly two-hour cruise on Lake Zurich, making brief stops to see the villages along the way. We'll disembark in Rapperswil, a picturesque village overlooked by its medieval castle. We'll return to Zurich by train, experiencing the efficiency and punctuality of Swiss railways.
Day 7 – Day 7: Grindelwald and Lucerne
- Zurich
- Lucerne
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- Grimselpass
- Lucerne Needle Dam
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Today's journey takes us through breathtaking landscapes of high mountains and lakes in the region of Interlaken. We'll stop in Grindelwald, where we'll have time for a coffee before taking a cable car up to the mountain. We'll walk along a winding path leading to a suspended bridge, offering fantastic scenery and views of glaciers. After lunch in the mountain, we'll head to Lucerne, one of the most beautiful cities in Switzerland. You'll have time to stroll around and enjoy the city before returning to Zurich.
Day 8 – Day 8: Lugano, Morcote, and Milan
- Zurich
- Lugano
- Vico Morcote
- Milan
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- Monte Brè
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We'll leave Zurich early in the morning and cross the Alps to reach Lugano, the cosmopolitan capital of Italian Switzerland, built next to a beautiful lake. After some time to stroll and have lunch, we'll visit the enchanting town of Morcote, famous for its flowery stone houses. We'll then travel to Italy, arriving in Milan in the evening. The guide will take us to the impressive Duomo Square, where you'll find a variety of local and international restaurants for dinner.
Day 9 – Day 9: Pisa and Rome
- Milan
- Pisa
- Rome
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- Knights' Square
- Leaning Tower of Pisa
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Today, we continue our journey towards Pisa. On a little tourist train, we'll travel to the Piazza Dei Miracoli, where there will be time to admire one of the most alluring and beautiful art complexes in Italy, including the well-known Leaning Tower of Pisa. Then, we continue to Rome, arriving at the end of the day.
Day 10 – Day 10: Rome - Vatican and Trastevere
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- St. Clement Basilica
- Roman Forum
- La Bicocca
- Trajan Forum
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In the morning, we'll have a scenic tour of Rome, also known as 'The Eternal City'. We'll visit the tiny state of the Vatican, the epicenter of Christianity in the world, where you'll be able to visit St. Peter's Basilica. We also include the entrance to the Imperial Forums, an impressive architectural complex formed by monumental buildings and squares, which was the center of political activity in Imperial Rome. At the end of the evening, we'll arrange a transfer to the Trastevere area, a charming district known for its narrow cobbled streets, hidden treasures, and a variety of restaurants serving local and international cuisine.
Day 11 – Day 11: Florence
- Rome
- Florence
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- Piazza del Duomo, San Gimignano
- piazza della Signoria
- piazzale Michelangelo
- Ponte Vecchio
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Today, we'll leave Rome and head north to Florence. Upon arrival, we'll head straight to the impressive Piazzale Michelangelo. In the evening, we'll take a tour with a local expert, walking through the historic center, taking in places such as the Ponte Vecchio, the Duomo, and Plaza della Signoria. This city is truly an outdoor museum. You'll have some leisure time to explore and find a restaurant for dinner.
Day 12 – Day 12: Venice
- Florence
- Venice
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- Piazza San Marco
- Murano lighthouse
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Today, we enjoy stunning mountain landscapes while crossing the Apennine Mountains. We will arrive in Venice and take the boat to cross the Giudecca to the Island of Venice. With a local guide, we'll visit the marvelous St. Mark's Square. Afterwards, we'll visit the Murano Glass Factory, where you can see how this ancient glass is made. Enjoy some time at leisure to explore. We'll stay overnight in the Mestre district.
Day 13 – Day 13: Innsbruck and Kitzbühel
- Venice
- Salzburg
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We'll depart from Venice, traveling to Austria! Upon arrival in Innsbruck, you'll have time to stroll in the historic city center and have lunch. After this, we travel along a very beautiful scenic road between the mountains to Kitzbühel, a picturesque little village and a famous ski resort where we can enjoy the snow for most of the year! You'll have some free time before we enjoy a dinner together.
Day 14 – Day 14: Steinplatte, Salzburg, St. Wolfgang, Traunkirchen, Gmunden, and Vienna
- Salzburg
- Vienna
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- Rathaus Gmunden
- Kufstein Altstadt
- Stift Nonnberg
- Traunfall
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Departing in the morning, we include a cable car ride in Steinplatte up to the high mountains in the alpine region, with snow 9 months a year and fantastic scenery. We will continue to explore Austria, traveling between the mountains, and arriving in Salzburg. Our guide will accompany us through the beautiful streets of this city's historic center, declared a World Heritage site. We make our way between lakes and mountains in the next stage. Our next stop is in St. Wolfgang, a famous place of pilgrimage in Austria. We continue to Traunkirchen with its beautiful Traunsee Lake, where we take a cruise to see four castles, disembarking in Gmunden. After this, we continue to Vienna, arriving in the evening.
Day 15 – Day 15: Vienna and Grinzing
- Budapest
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Today we take a scenic visit around this impressive city with a local expert. Here we experience its majestic avenues, its palaces and the vibrant city center. Free time in the afternoon. In the evening we include a transfer to the neighborhood of Grinzing, an old wine-growing village annexed to the city and known for its traditional taverns. Free time to dine in one of its typical restaurants.
Day 16 – Day 16: Budapest
- Vienna
- Budapest
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In about 3 hours of travel, we arrive in Budapest, the capital of Hungary. We head first to the lively area of Vaci Utca. Free time for lunch. Afterwards, we have an included boat trip to discover the city from the Danube River, the historic 'Buda' on one bank of the river and the cosmopolitan 'Pest' on the other. The views are unbeatable. Afterwards, we'll begin the panoramic tour of the 'Queen of the Danube'. Free time. In the evening, we will offer you an optional Magyar show with dinner included.
Day 17 – Day 17: Bratislava and Prague
- Budapest
- Bratislava
- Prague
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We will leave Budapest for Bratislava, the capital of Slovakia and a city alongside the Danube. With an attractive historic center, take time to see the city and enjoy lunch. After lunch, we will continue our journey to the Czech Republic, arriving in Prague in the evening. We will include a transfer to the Old Town Square, a central location full of energy and touristic activities. You can take your dinner at one of the restaurants offering international cuisines, including Czech, Chinese, Indian and Italian.
Day 18 – Day 18: Prague
- Prague
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- Baba ruins
- Prague Castle
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Today we will visit the capital, Prague, the Baroque jewel of Europe. Our local expert will provide an informative city tour, which will include outstanding monuments. During the visit, we walk through Prague Castle. Subsequently, we shall take a boat tour on the Vltava River. In the afternoon, enjoy some free time to explore the city.
Day 19 – Day 19: Departure
- Prague - Departure day
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After breakfast, our unforgettable 19-day tour across Europe comes to an end. We hope you've made some wonderful memories and look forward to seeing you on your next adventure!
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