A Touch of Europe (11 destinations)
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Embark on a 12-day journey through the heart of Europe, exploring the rich history, diverse cultures, and breathtaking landscapes of Italy, Austria, Hungary, Slovakia, Czech Republic, and Germany. This multi-day tour offers a unique blend of iconic landmarks, hidden gems, and culinary delights. From the ancient ruins of Rome to the romantic canals of Venice, the majestic mountains of Austria to the vibrant city life of Budapest and Prague, and finally the fairy-tale charm of Rothenburg and the bustling metropolis of Frankfurt, every day brings a new adventure. Enjoy guided tours, scenic cruises, and free time to explore at your own pace. Stay in comfortable accommodations, savor local and international cuisines, and immerse yourself in the spirit of Europe.
Included
Includes arrival transfer
Evening transfer: Trastevere in Rome, Via Cavour in Rome , City Hall Square in Vienna , Vaci Utca in Budapest , Old Town Square in Prague
Transfer: Piazzale Michelangelo in Florence
BAROQUE ROME T20 (2hrs 30min)(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. -Transfers by bus.
-Local guide.
-Individual headphones connected directly with your local guide.. 15 number of people required.
VATICAN MUSEUMS T20 (3hrs)(45 EUR)
THE NUMBER OF PEOPLE WHO CAN VISIT THE VATICAN MUSEUMS IS LIMITED. IF ALL TICKETS ARE NOT AVAILABLE, PRIORITY WILL BE GIVEN TO TRAVELERS WHO HAVE MADE RESERVATIONS IN ADVANCE. FOR THIS REASON, WE RECOMMEND THAT YOU BUY THIS EXCURSION IN ADVANCE THROUGH MY TRIP BEFORE YOUR ARRIVAL IN EUROPE.
You must remember that many Sundays, Vatican Museums remain closed. We have organized a visit for the most interested passengers, accompanied by an expert guide in Fine Arts, 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. Visit with entrances to the Vatican Galleries, Sistine Chapel and St. Peters Basilica.
Local guide max group per guide: 45 people.
Right of entry to the Vatican included.
Headset connected privately with your local guide.. 20 number of people required.
TUSCAN DINNER T20 (3hrs)(60 EUR)
In this opportunity, you will have the chance to make a magnificent dinner in a Tuscan atmosphere. A group of musicians will set this beautiful evening. We can taste the typical products of the region. Do you fancy an extraordinary Fiorentina steak? During dinner we can also enjoy live music, a pianist singer from Fiorentino will perform national and international pieces of music. They sing and dance!!! - Transfers with the roundtrip bus.
- Assistance from guide.
- Dinner included with drinks.. 0 number of people required.
GONDOLA RIDE T20 (30 min de paseo en Gondola)(35 EUR)
We suggest you discover the romanticism of Venice. It may be the best way to get introduced in the city. We include a Gondola ride through the channels, we have also hired our own musicians who play beautiful Venetian ballads through the most beautiful channels to reach the Grand Canal where the most fantastic Venetian palaces are located. -Tour on private gondolas along the canals.
-Musicians 1 tenor and one accordionist for the gondola group.. 10 number of people required.
ARTISTIC VIENNE SCHONBRUNN PALACE SCHONBRUNN AND OPERA T20 (3hrs)(45 EUR)
IN ORDER TO GUARANTEE THE SERVICES OF THIS OPTIONAL ACTIVITY, DUE TO ITS HIGH DEMAND, EUROPAMUNDO RECOMMENDS YOU TO GET IT IN ADVANCE THROUGH MY TRYP.
On this excursion we will visit the interior of the Schoenbrunn Palace, the summer residence of the Habsburg dynasty, and we will visit the apartments remembering Francisco José, Sisi, Napoleón, Maria Teresa and many others who lived in this area. A walk through the palace gardens complements this visit. Later in the center we visited the interior of the Imperial Opera, where we will remember the great musicians who passed through here. -Transportation by coach with our guide.
-Service local guide.
-Entrances and reservations to the palace of Schnbrunn and Opera.
NOTE: Sometimes the Vienna State Opera cannot be visited. In this case the tour will be the Schnbrunn Palace and its price of 30 Euros.. 15 number of people required.
VALSES IN VIENNE T20 (1h 30min)(45 EUR)
Transfer to a beautiful baroque palace where you can enjoy a chamber concert performed by the Residenz orchestra of Vienna. The concert has two parts: the first dedicated to the great musician Mozart and the second to the Strauss. At the concert you can listen to a tenor and a soprano representing some famous areas. During the concert we will hear Polkas and Sardas reminiscent of the Austro-Hungarian Empire, as well as we will see some pieces of classical ballet. -Transfer by coach with our guide.
-Entry and reservation to the concert.
-A glass of champagne or orange juice.. 10 number of people required.
DINNER AT MAGIAR BUDAPEST T20 (2hrs)(60 EUR)
We go by coach with our guide to one of the leafy forests of Budapest. Crossing through beautiful and dense trees we will arrive at one of its famous and typical restaurants where we will be able to enjoy a tasting of the typical local gastronomy, result of a long historical development of the Magyar culture of more than 1000 years. At the same time, we will enjoy a colorful demonstration of folk dances from different regions of the country. Travel by coach with our guide.
Dinner-tasting with show.. 10 number of people required.
City tour in: ROME, FLORENCE, VENICE, VIENNA, BUDAPEST, PRAGUE
Boat: Vaporetto in Venice in VENICE, Traunsee lake in Traunkirchen in SALZBURG, Danube River in Budapest in BUDAPEST, Vltava River in Prague in PRAGUE
Evening transfer: Trastevere in Rome in ROME, Via Cavour in Rome in ROME, City Hall Square in Vienna in VIENNA, Vaci Utca in Budapest in BUDAPEST, Old Town Square in Prague in PRAGUE
Transfer: Piazzale Michelangelo in Florence in FLORENCE
Ticket admission: Coliseum of Rome in ROME, Saint Mark´s Basilica and Murano Glass Factory in Venice in VENICE, Prague Castle in PRAGUE
English speaking tour in: 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.
ROMA
: SHANGRI LA or CRISTOFORO COLOMBO or NILHOTEL
FLORENCIA
: BB HOTEL FIRENZE NUOVO PALAZZO DI GIUSTIZIA or IBIS FIRENZE NORD AEROPORTO or LUGANO TORRETTA
VENECIA
: HOLIDAY INN MARGHERA or 7 DAYS PREMIUM VENICE MESTRE or KAISERHOTEL NEUWIRT
KITZBUHEL
: KAISERHOTEL KITZBUHLER ALPEN or LIFTHOTEL or RAINERS HOTEL VIENNA
VIENA
: SENATOR VIENNA or HOTEL PARK INN BY RADISSON BUDAPEST or ENSANA THERMAL MARGITSZIGET ISLAND
BUDAPEST
: DANUBIUS ARENA or WELLNESS HOTEL STEP or COMFORT PRAGUE CITY EAST
PRAGA
: PANORAMA HOTEL PRAGUE or TRYP BY WYNDHAM FRANKFURT or LEONARDO FRANKFURT CITY SOUTH
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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Daily Itinerary
Day 1 – Day 1: Arrival in Rome
- Rome - Arrival day
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Welcome to the Eternal City, Rome! Upon your arrival, we will escort you to your hotel. Later, our guide will provide you with all the necessary information for your stay. In the evening, we will take you to the vibrant Via Cavour area, where you can enjoy a variety of dining options, including Italian, Indian, Chinese, and international cuisines.
Day 2 – Day 2: Exploring Rome and the Vatican
- Rome
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- Basilica of San Clemente
- Roman Forum
- La Bicocca
- Trajan's Market
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Start your day with a scenic tour of Rome, including a visit to the Vatican, the heart of Christianity. Marvel at the grandeur of St. Peter's Basilica and explore the Imperial Forums, the political hub of ancient Rome. As the day ends, we'll head to the charming Trastevere area. Wander through its narrow, cobbled streets, discover hidden treasures, and enjoy a delightful dinner at a local trattoria or an international restaurant.
Day 3 – Day 3: Journey to 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 leave Rome and head north to the enchanting city of Florence. Upon arrival, we'll visit the panoramic Piazzale Michelangelo. In the evening, join a local expert on a walking tour through the historic center, visiting iconic landmarks like the Ponte Vecchio, the Duomo, and Plaza della Signoria. Enjoy some free time to explore this outdoor museum and indulge in a delightful dinner at a restaurant of your choice.
Day 4 – Day 4: Venice and the Murano Glass Factory
- Florence
- Venice
- Treviso
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- Piazza San Marco
- Murano lighthouse
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Today, we traverse the stunning Apennine Mountains to reach 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 wonders of St. Mark's Square. We'll also visit the renowned Murano Glass Factory, where you can witness the artistry of glassmaking. The day ends with some leisure time for you to explore before we retire to our accommodation in the Mestre district.
Day 5 – Day 5: From Venice to Innsbruck and Kitzbühel
- Venice
- Innsbruck
- Stadt Kitzbühel
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We depart from Venice and head to Austria, arriving in Innsbruck where you'll have time to explore the historic city center and enjoy lunch. From there, we travel along a scenic road between the mountains to Kitzbühel, a picturesque village and famous ski resort where you can enjoy the snow for most of the year. The day concludes with a delicious dinner (vegetarian option available).
Day 6 – Day 6: Austrian Adventure
- Salzburg
- Vienna
- Stadt Kitzbühel
- Sankt Gilgen
- Gmunden
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- Rathaus Gmunden
- Kufstein Altstadt
- Stift Nonnberg
- Traunfall
- Salzburg Residence
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We start the day with a cable car ride up to the high mountains of Steinplatte, offering breathtaking views and a unique dinosaur exhibition. We then continue our journey through Austria, stopping in Salzburg, where our guide will take you through the city's historic center, a UNESCO World Heritage site. We'll also visit the pilgrimage site of St. Wolfgang and the beautiful village of Traunkirchen. Enjoy a scenic cruise on Traunsee Lake, disembarking in Gmunden. We end the day in Vienna, arriving in the evening.
Day 7 – Day 7: Vienna and Grinzing
- Vienna
- Mödling
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- Burgruine Mödling
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Today, we explore the impressive city of Vienna with a local expert, taking in its majestic avenues, palaces, and vibrant city center. You'll have free time in the afternoon to explore further. In the evening, we'll head to the charming neighborhood of Grinzing, known for its traditional taverns. Enjoy free time to dine in one of its typical restaurants.
Day 8 – Day 8: Budapest - The Queen of the Danube
- Vienna
- Budapest
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We leave Vienna and head to Budapest, the capital of Hungary. Our first stop is the lively Vaci Utca, where you'll have free time for lunch. We then embark on a boat trip on the Danube River, offering unbeatable views of the historic Buda and the cosmopolitan Pest. After the panoramic tour of the 'Queen of the Danube', you'll have free time to explore. In the evening, you may choose to attend an optional Magyar show with dinner.
Day 9 – Day 9: From Budapest to Bratislava and Prague
- Budapest
- Bratislava
- Prague
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We depart from Budapest and head to Bratislava, the capital of Slovakia. Enjoy some time to explore the city and have lunch. After lunch, we continue our journey to the Czech Republic, arriving in Prague in the evening. We'll take you to the bustling Old Town Square, a great introduction to Prague's vibrant energy. Choose from a variety of restaurants for dinner, offering cuisines from Czech to Chinese, Indian, and Italian.
Day 10 – Day 10: Discovering Prague
- Prague
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- Vlčí rokle
- Prague Castle
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Today, we explore the Baroque jewel of Europe, Prague. A local expert will guide us on a city tour, showcasing its outstanding monuments. We'll visit Prague Castle and take a boat tour on the Vltava River. The afternoon is yours to explore this captivating city at your own pace.
Day 11 – Day 11: Pilsen, Rothenburg, and Frankfurt
- Prague
- Nebílovy
- Frankfurt
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- Osek
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We leave Prague early and stop in Pilsen, a city renowned for its beer. Enjoy a stroll through its historic center before we continue our journey to Germany. We'll visit the fairy-tale town of Rothenburg, one of the most beautiful villages in the country. We then head to Frankfurt, the financial capital of Germany, arriving in the evening. Enjoy free time in the historic city center, with a wide variety of restaurants to choose from.
Day 12 – Day 12: Farewell
- Frankfurt - Departure day
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After breakfast, our unforgettable 12-day tour through the heart of Europe comes to an end. We hope you've enjoyed this journey as much as we have enjoyed guiding you through these beautiful countries. Safe travels!
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