Description
Summary
Description
Embark on a 14-day journey through the heart of Europe, exploring the rich history, diverse cultures, and stunning landscapes of Spain, France, Switzerland, Italy, and Austria. This multi-day tour is designed to immerse you in the unique charm of each destination, from the modernist architecture of Barcelona to the ancient grandeur of Rome, the snow-capped peaks of Switzerland to the serene lakes of Austria. Discover world-renowned attractions, indulge in local cuisines, and create unforgettable memories. Whether you're a history buff, a foodie, or a nature lover, this tour offers something for everyone.
Included
Includes arrival transfer
Evening transfer: Trastevere in Rome, Grinzing district in Vienna
Transfer: Piazzale Michelangelo in Florence
Train: Piazza dei Miracoli in Pisa
BARCELONA
: CATALONIA BARCELONA 505 or ACTA VORAPORT or HAMPTON BY HILTON BARCELONA FIRA GRAN VIA
Gerona
: BEST WESTERN PREMIER CMC GIRONA or KYRIAD CHAMBERY CENTRE or ALPINE CLASSIC HOTEL LEYSIN
LEYSIN
: CAMPANILE MARTIGNY or CENTRAL RESIDENCE or MOVENPICK AIRPORT
ZURICH
: INTERCITY ZURICH AIRPORT or MERCURE ZURICH CITY or NH MILANO 2
MILAN
: BELSTAY MILANO LINATE or ERGIFE or MIDAS
ROMA
: ELE GREEN PARK HOTEL PAMPHILI or NILHOTEL or NOVOTEL FIRENZE NORD
VENECIA
: LUGANO TORRETTA or DELFINO or NOVOTEL MESTRE CASTELLANA
KITZBUHEL
: KAISERHOTEL NEUWIRT or KAISERHOTEL KITZBUHLER ALPEN or LIFTHOTEL
VIENA
: NOVUM PRINZ EUGENE or RAINERS HOTEL VIENNA
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.
English speaking tour in: BARCELONA, ROME, FLORENCE, VENICE, VIENNA
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.
GUIDED VISIT AT THE BASILICA LA SAGRADA FAMILIA. ANTONIO GAUDI (1H 50MIN)(60 EUR)
La Sagrada Familia OF ANTONI GAUDÍ The Holy Family building proposes one of the most exciting experiences possible today, integrating us in the vision of a genius, Antoni Gaudí, capable of imagining at the beginning of the 20th century a building that incorporated the viewer in the process of Divine Creation, and made for almost 150 years, successive generations were involved in his dream. Something different, impossible to find anywhere else, a living element that evolves as it is concluded, together with the feelings of those who visit it and know it in depth. A monumental complex impossible to compare: a complex architectural project, a world heritage site, on whose exterior stand out its 18 towers with more than 100 meters high; its three thematic facades where Life, Death and Glory are represented by innumerable statues and symbologies based on nature and the Gospels; an interior space that allows the spiritual communion of those who enter, transferred by Gaudí to a Mediterranean forest in which the light filters with different tonalities through its stained glass windows, bathing the inclined columns branched like trees. - Entrance ticket to the Basilica de la Sagrada Familia
- Entrance through the priority lane, to eliminate waiting time
- The visit is conducted by an authorized and specialized guide
- Audio devices to ensure that all participants can hear the guide throughout the tour
- Transportation by bus to the city centre, where you will have time on your own.. 20 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."
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-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.
VALSES IN VIENN (1HR 30 MIN)(55 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.. 10 number of people required.
Destinations
Map
Attractions
Daily Itinerary
Day 1 – Day 1: Arrival in Barcelona
- Barcelona - Arrival day
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Welcome to the vibrant city of Barcelona! Upon your arrival at the airport, we'll transfer you to your hotel. Check the hotel reception area for information about the welcome meeting with your guide and fellow travelers.
Day 2 – Day 2: Barcelona City Tour and Girona Visit
- Barcelona
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- Cathedral of Girona
- Cathedral of Barcelona
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Start your day with a city tour of Barcelona, exploring its modernist architecture and vibrant promenades. In the evening, we'll head north to Girona, where you'll have a chance to explore its colorful houses, old Jewish quarter, and the cathedral before checking into your hotel.
Day 3 – Day 3: From Girona to Chambery via Arles
- Barcelona
- Girona
- Grenoble
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We'll cross Provence into France, making a stop in Arles, a world heritage city known for its Roman theatre and Romanesque churches. After lunch, we'll visit the Carrieres de Lumiere, an underground art, image, and sound show in former quarries. We'll end the day in Chambery, the charming capital of Savoy, where you'll have time to explore the beautiful old town and the grand castle.
Day 4 – Day 4: Chambery to Leysin via Geneva and Gruyeres
- Grenoble
- Geneva
- Gruyères
- Gstaad
- More
We'll travel to Switzerland, starting with a visit to Geneva, where we'll explore the Palace of Nations, the English Garden, and the Jet d'Eau. We'll then visit the picturesque village of Gruyeres, famous for its cheese, and the Cailler Chocolate Factory. After a visit to the Chillon Castle, we'll continue to Leysin, a beautiful holiday village known for its spectacular views and winter sports resort.
Day 5 – Day 5: Leysin to Zurich via Glacier 3000, Interlaken, and Lucerne
- Gstaad
- Grindelwald
- Lucerne
- Zurich
- More
- Zürichhorn
- Lucerne Needle Dam
- Schloss Interlaken
- More
Today's journey takes us through high mountain scenery to Glacier 3000, where you can walk on the suspended bridge between two mountain peaks or enter the Ice Cathedral. After a stop in Interlaken for lunch, we'll continue to Lucerne, one of the most beautiful cities in Switzerland, before ending the day in Zurich.
Day 6 – Day 6: Zurich to Milan via Lugano and Como
- Zurich
- Lugano
- Vico Morcote
- Milan
- More
- Monte Brè
- More
We'll leave Zurich early in the morning and cross the Alps to reach Lugano, the cosmopolitan capital of Italian Switzerland. After a stroll and lunch, we'll enter Italy and visit the enchanting town of Como before arriving in Milan, where you'll have time to explore the impressive Duomo Square.
Day 7 – Day 7: Milan to Rome via Pisa
- Milan
- Pisa
- Rome
- More
- Roman Forum
- Piglionico
- More
Today we'll journey towards Pisa, where we'll visit the Piazza Dei Miracoli and the famous Leaning Tower of Pisa. After exploring these iconic sites, we'll continue our journey to Rome, arriving at the end of the day.
Day 8 – Day 8: Exploring Rome and Vatican
- Rome
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- St. Clement Basilica
- Roman Forum
- La Bicocca
- Trajan Forum
- More
We'll start the day with a scenic tour of Rome and the tiny state of the Vatican, the epicenter of Christianity. You'll have the chance to visit St. Peter's Basilica and the Imperial Forums. In the evening, we'll transfer you to the Trastevere area, known for its narrow cobbled streets, hidden treasures, and a variety of restaurants serving local and international cuisine.
Day 9 – Day 9: Rome to Florence
- Rome
- Florence
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We'll leave Rome and head north to Florence. Upon arrival, we'll visit 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 this outdoor museum city.
Day 10 – Day 10: Florence to Venice via Mestre
- Florence
- Venice
- More
- Venetian Arsenal
- St. Mark's Square
- Murano Lighthouse
- More
We'll depart from Florence and travel to Venice. Upon arrival, we'll take a boat to the Island of Venice and visit the marvelous St. Mark's Square. We'll also visit the Murano Glass Factory, where you can see how this ancient glass is made. Enjoy some free time to explore before we head to our accommodation in the Mestre district.
Day 11 – Day 11: Mestre to Kitzbühel via Innsbruck
- Venice
- Innsbruck
- Stadt Kitzbühel
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We'll depart from Venice and travel to Austria. Upon arrival in Innsbruck, you'll have time to stroll in the historic city center and have lunch. We'll then travel to Kitzbühel, a picturesque ski resort village where you can enjoy the snow for most of the year. Dinner is included.
Day 12 – Day 12: Kitzbühel to Vienna via Salzburg, St. Wolfgang, and Traunkirchen
- Stadt Kitzbühel
- Salzburg
- Vienna
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- Rathaus Gmunden
- Kufstein Altstadt
- Erzabtei / Stift St Peter Salzburg
- Traunfall
- Salzburg Cathedral
- Vienna Music Society
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We'll start the day with a cable car ride up to the high mountains of Steinplatte, offering fantastic scenery. We'll then explore Salzburg's beautiful streets before making our way to St. Wolfgang, a famous place of pilgrimage in Austria. After a cruise on Traunsee Lake, we'll continue to Vienna, arriving in the evening.
Day 13 – Day 13: Exploring Vienna
- Vienna
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- Burgruine Mödling
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We'll take a scenic tour around Vienna with a local expert, exploring its majestic avenues, palaces, and the vibrant city center. You'll have free time in the afternoon to explore at your own pace. In the evening, we'll transfer you to the neighborhood of Grinzing, known for its traditional taverns, where you can enjoy dinner in one of its typical restaurants.
Day 14 – Day 14: Departure
- Vienna - Departure day
- More
After breakfast, our unforgettable 14-day tour comes to an end. We hope you've enjoyed your journey through Europe and look forward to welcoming you back on your next adventure!
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