Essential Four

Welcome to Berlin, the vibrant capital of Germany! Upon your arrival at the airport, our representative will greet you and arrange your transfer to the hotel. Once you've settled in, check the hotel's information boards for details about the welcome meeting with your guide and fellow travelers.

Kickstart your day with a guided tour of Berlin's historic center, Museum Island, the Reichstag, and the Brandenburg Gates. Gain insights into the city's tumultuous history at the Holocaust Memorial and the Berlin Wall Museum. Spend the rest of the day exploring at your own pace. As evening falls, head to the lively Kantstrasse district, known for its diverse dining options.

Today, we journey through scenic forests to Dresden, a city renowned for its architectural and artistic heritage. After exploring its impressive palaces, we continue to Prague, the capital of the Czech Republic. Upon arrival, we head to the bustling Old Town Square, a perfect introduction to the city's vibrant energy. Enjoy a delightful dinner at a restaurant of your choice before returning to the hotel.

Today, we delve deeper into the charm of Prague, the Baroque jewel of Europe. Our local expert will guide us through the city's outstanding monuments, including a visit to the magnificent Prague Castle. Later, we embark on a serene boat tour along the Vltava River. Spend the afternoon exploring the city at your own pace.

We depart early for Bavaria, arriving in Munich where you'll have free time to explore the city's monumental center and enjoy lunch at a traditional beerhouse. In the afternoon, we continue our journey to Austria, reaching Innsbruck by evening. Enjoy a delightful dinner in the Old Town's Golden Roof area.

Begin your day with a visit to the Swarovski Museum, renowned for its crystal creations. After exploring the museum and its impressive gardens, we set off for Zurich, Switzerland, journeying through stunning Tyrolean landscapes. In Zurich, spend a relaxing evening in the historic center by the lake, choosing from a variety of dining options.

Today's journey takes us through breathtaking landscapes of high mountains and lakes. We stop in Grindelwald, where we take a cable car up the mountain and walk to a suspended bridge, surrounded by stunning glacier views. After lunch on the mountain, we continue to Lucerne, one of Switzerland's most beautiful cities. Enjoy some free time before returning to Zurich.

We depart Zurich early in the morning, crossing the Alps to reach Lugano, the cosmopolitan capital of Italian Switzerland. After a stroll and lunch by its beautiful lake, we visit the charming town of Morcote, known for its picturesque stone houses. Later, we travel to Milan, Italy, where we explore the impressive Duomo Square before heading to the hotel.

Today, we journey to Pisa, where a tourist train takes us to the Piazza Dei Miracoli, home to the iconic Leaning Tower of Pisa. After admiring this architectural marvel, we continue our journey to Rome, arriving by the end of the day.

We start the day with a scenic tour of Rome, the 'Eternal City', and visit the Vatican, the heart of Christianity. Here, you can explore St. Peter's Basilica. We also include an entrance to the Imperial Forums, the political hub of Imperial Rome. In the evening, we head to the Trastevere district, known for its cobbled streets, medieval churches, and a variety of dining options.

Leaving Rome, we head north to Florence, where we start with a visit to the impressive Piazzale Michelangelo. In the evening, a local expert guides us through the historic center, taking in the Ponte Vecchio, the Duomo, and Plaza della Signoria. This city is a veritable outdoor museum. Enjoy some leisure time to explore and dine at a restaurant of your choice.

Today, we traverse stunning mountain landscapes as we cross the Apennine Mountains to reach Venice. We take a boat across the Giudecca to the Island of Venice, where a local guide takes us to the marvelous St. Mark's Square. We also visit the Murano Glass Factory to witness the creation of this ancient glass. Enjoy some leisure time to explore before we retire to our accommodation in the Mestre district.

After breakfast, our memorable 13-day tour across Europe concludes. We hope you've enjoyed this journey as much as we've enjoyed guiding you through it. Safe travels!