Highlights of Europe (Small Groups, Start London, End Paris, 14 Days) (15 destinations)
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Summary
Description
Embark on an unforgettable 14-day journey through Europe's most captivating cities and landscapes. This multi-day tour takes you from the bustling streets of London to the romantic canals of Venice, the historic wonders of Rome, and the artistic treasures of Florence. Experience the natural beauty of the Italian Lake District and the Swiss Alps, before concluding your adventure in the vibrant city of Paris. Along the way, enjoy expertly guided tours, luxurious accommodations, and authentic culinary experiences. Whether you're exploring iconic landmarks or discovering hidden gems, this tour promises a perfect blend of culture, history, and relaxation.
Included
6 Dinner with Wine (DW)
13 Breakfast (B)
Amsterdam: Join your Travel Director and fellow guests at a local restaurant in the heart of Amsterdam for a delightful Welcome Dinner, served with wine.
Veneto: Visit a local winery and delight in a tasting of their magnificent prosecco. Meet the vignerons and learn how this local drink has come to rival its well-known counterpart in France.
Rome: Food and family go hand-in-hand in Italy and are pillars of the Italian way of life. Experience it for yourself with an invitation from your local host to join them for a truly Italian, home-cooked meal.
Florence: Enjoy a traditional Bistecca alla Fiorentina dinner in the city known for its delicious cuts of steak.
Baveno: Choose your dining experience from a selection of hand-picked local restaurants, each offering their own unique cuisine and ambience on your Dine-Around Evening.
Paris: Rendezvous with your newfound friends at La Coupole for a rousing dinner with wine.
Stay connected with friends and family with our complimentary coach and hotel Wi-Fi (where available).
If your arrival and/or departure flights are as per the itinerary start and end dates, then transfers are available at scheduled times. If your flights are outside these times, or you have booked additional nights accommodation with Insight Vacations, you may purchase transfers or make your own way from/to the airport.
Enjoy the comfort of Insight's luxurious, air-conditioned, 40-seat coach with double the standard legroom and onboard washroom. Our customized luxury coaches are sanitized before the start of your tour and are maintained to very high standards. Physical distancing measures have been implemented on our customized luxury coaches.
Handpicked 4 & 5 star hotels in great locations
From time to time, your Travel Director will delight you with an Insight Flourish, which is a local specialty representing the destination.
Heidelberg: Explore one of Germany's most enchanting cities during your orientation with your Travel Director.
Innsbruck: Nestled amidst majestic mountains, Innsbruck is a beautiful city offering a unique combination of nature, history, and culture. Stroll the streets of the picturesque Old Town, with your Travel Director, learn about its history and admire the Baroque and Gothic architecture.
Venice: With your Travel Director cruise to St. Mark's Square and see the Doge's Palace, Bridge of Sighs and St. Mark's Basilica.
Rome: During your orientation with your Travel Director see the medieval buildings, including Renaissance palaces and Baroque churches, scattered throughout the city.
Choose between two carefully selected activities
Paris: We walk up and down the "quartier" and we see the school, the food stores, the housing situation, the heritage landmarks, the sports facilities and the theatres, in this car-free, pedestrianized, neighbourhood. Landmarks will include passages couverts, perhaps also Patrick Blanc's spectacular jardin vertical 'oasis d'Aboukir', the Napoleonic "Egyptian" district etc.
Paris: Join a local food lover on a walk through the streets of Paris. Visit a variety of patisseries, boulangeries and chocolatiers and sample local treats and delicacies along the way.
Personal radio headsets give you the freedom to wander during visits to famous highlights, without missing any of your Local Expert's fascinating commentary.
Hotel and restaurant tips are included - you'll never have to worry about how much to give, nor search for foreign currency. We also include all taxes and porterage charges at hotels.
We carry your bags for you and promptly deliver them to your hotel door.
Rome: Enjoy exclusive access to the Basilica of Saint Praxedes during an after-hours visit. This 9th-century basilica’s simple facade guards the world's best-preserved Byzantine mosaics. The history of the church springs to life as you admire the interior’s treasured collection, including Bernini's first sculpture and the renowned mosaics, illuminated for your visit. This once-in-a-lifetime experience is a rare and unforgettable insight into Rome and its religious history.
Venice: Witness the ancient skill of glassblowing, now practised by precious few masters. Watch artisans create delicate works of art using rare traditional practices. The workshop's master craftsmen teach visitors about the traditional craft of glassblowing and its history which dates back to the 15th century. Every visit helps to support the workshop and the survival of this traditional craft. This workshop directly supports United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities.
Stanserhorn: Journey to the top of Mount Stanserhorn on a panoramic, open-top cable car powered by solar energy, and enjoy spectacular views from the summit. Walk along beautiful scenic pathways, keeping an eye out for marmots and other native animals, with the chance to hear a conservation talk by a Swiss ranger, to learn about local wildlife and flora. Your visit directly supports United Nations Sustainable Development Goals 7 & 15: Affordable and Clean Energy & Life on Land.
London: Relax on the smooth, high-speed Eurostar train as you journey from London to Europe via the revolutionary Channel Tunnel.
Amsterdam: Cruise along the waterways, discovering the architectural gems of the old city, including mansions dating from the Golden Age of the 17th Century.
Heidelberg: Venture inside the magnificent castle built in red sandstone, overlooking the Student Prince’s town. See the massive Heideleberg Tun built into the cellar in 1591, visit the Apothecary Museum and enjoy panoramic views of Heidelberg and the Neckar Valley.
Rome: Discover the history, the construction and the legends of the iconic Colosseum as you stroll around the exterior of this amazing structure.
Florence: Join a Local Expert to view the Multi-coloured marble cathedral, bell tower and baptistery, adorned by Ghiberti's Gates of Paradise. Visit the political heart of the city, Signoria Square. See the area around Santa Croce Basilica, famous for the quality of its luxury goods.
Lucerne: See the emotive Lion Monument, Jesuit Church and Chapel Bridge.
Hand sanitizer is freely available on board for you to use throughout the day.
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Attractions
Daily Itinerary
Day 1 – Day 1: London to Amsterdam
- London
- Amsterdam
- Brussels - Arrival day
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Begin your adventure by meeting your Travel Director in London and boarding the high-speed Eurostar. Travel through the historic Channel Tunnel to Brussels, then drive to the vibrant city of Amsterdam. In the evening, enjoy a Welcome Reception and a delightful canal cruise, exploring the heart of the Old City. Conclude your day with a sumptuous dinner with wine at a local restaurant.
Day 2 – Day 2: Amsterdam to Heidelberg
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- Loreley-linie port
- Heidelberg Palace
- Welterbe Kulturlandschaft Oberes Mittelrheintal
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Embark on a scenic drive through the enchanting Rhine Valley, passing by charming villages and hilltop castles. Hear the legendary tale of the Lorelei Rock as you journey to Heidelberg. Here, a Local Expert will guide you through the historic Heidelberg Castle, offering a glimpse into its storied past.
Day 3 – Day 3: Heidelberg to Innsbruck
- Innsbruck
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- Altstadt Innsbruck
- Golden Roof
- Church to Johannes
- Tumpenbacher Wasserfall
- Natur Eis Palast
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Travel through the picturesque Black Forest and admire the majestic Bavarian Alps. Stop beneath the iconic castles of Hohenschwangau and Neuschwanstein, before crossing into Austria. Arrive in Innsbruck, the Tyrolean capital, and explore its architectural gems, including the Imperial Palace, Golden Roof, and the charming Old Town.
Day 4 – Day 4: Innsbruck to Venice
- Venice
- Innsbruck
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- Dolomiti Webcam
- Ponte Dante
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Cross the Italian border and journey through the stunning Dolomites. Stop in the hills of Conegliano Veneto to visit a local winery and learn about prosecco production, complete with a tasting session. Continue to the enchanting city of Venice, where you'll enjoy a delightful dinner with wine.
Day 5 – Day 5: Explore Venice
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- Punta Sabbioni's Lighthouse
- Doge's Palace
- Piazza San Marco
- St Mark's Basilica
- Bridge of Sighs
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Immerse yourself in the romance of Venice. Visit a traditional glassblowing workshop and witness the artisans at work. Take a private cruise to St. Mark's Square, where you'll marvel at the opulence of St. Mark's Basilica, the Doge's Palace, and the Bridge of Sighs. Spend the rest of the day at leisure, perhaps visiting the island of Burano for a meal of local specialties.
Day 6 – Day 6: Venice to Rome
- Rome
- Venice
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- Archbasilica of St. John Lateran
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Travel through the serene landscapes of Tuscany and Umbria, following the Tiber River to Rome. Enjoy a private visit to the Basilica of Saint Praxedes, where you'll be welcomed by the Rector. Marvel at the exquisite Byzantine mosaics and Bernini's first sculpture. Experience Italian hospitality with a dinner in the home of a Roman local.
Day 7 – Day 7: Discover Rome
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- St. Clement Basilica
- Capitoline Museums
- Palatine Hill
- Colosseum
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Join a Local Expert for a tour of the Vatican Museums, home to priceless art and the stunning frescoes of the Sistine Chapel. Explore St. Peter's Basilica, one of the world's largest churches. Cross the Tiber River to visit the Colosseum, the largest amphitheater of the Roman Empire. Spend the afternoon at your leisure, exploring Rome's rich history and culture.
Day 8 – Day 8: Rome to Florence
- Florence
- Rome
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- Piazza del Duomo, San Gimignano
- piazza della Signoria
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Travel to the Chianti Hills and arrive in Florence, the cradle of the Renaissance. A Local Expert will guide you to the Duomo, where the Gates of Paradise adorn the baptistery. Continue to Piazza della Signoria, a vibrant open-air gallery of Renaissance masterpieces. Spend the afternoon shopping for Florence's renowned gold and leather goods, or visit the Accademia Gallery to see Michelangelo's 'David.' Enjoy an authentic meal at a local trattoria in the evening.
Day 9 – Day 9: Florence to Italian Lake District
- Florence
- Milan
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- Life Electric
- Isola dei Pescatori
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Journey past Milan and into the beautiful Italian Lake District, a favorite retreat of the rich and famous. Enjoy an afternoon at leisure, perhaps taking a cruise to Isola Bella for a guided tour of its incredible palace and stunning Botanical Gardens. In the evening, choose from a selection of local restaurants for your Dine-Around Evening, each offering unique cuisine and ambiance.
Day 10 – Day 10: Italian Lake District to Lucerne
- Lucerne
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- Stanserhorn
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Enjoy your final moments in the Italian Lake District before crossing the Swiss border. Explore Mount Stanserhorn on a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience, ascending the summit via an open-top cable car powered by solar panels. Take in the pristine mountain air and breathtaking views. Continue to lakeside Lucerne, where the afternoon is yours to enjoy at leisure, perhaps with a cruise on Lake Lucerne.
Day 11 – Day 11: Explore Lucerne
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- Chapel Bridge
- Lion Monument Lucerne
- Fraumünster Church
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Visit the emotive Lion Monument, a tribute to the Swiss Guards who died defending King Louis XVI. Stroll across the Chapel Bridge to see the ornate Jesuit Church. With the day free, indulge in shopping for Swiss chocolates and watches in the traffic-free Old Town, or venture into the countryside for a horse-drawn carriage ride.
Day 12 – Day 12: Lucerne to Paris
- Paris
- Lucerne
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- place de la Concorde
- Champ de Mars
- Arc de Triomphe
- Eiffel Tower
- Les Invalides
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Travel through the picturesque French countryside of Alsace and Burgundy, renowned for their vineyards, to reach the vibrant City of Light. In Paris, marvel at the iconic Eiffel Tower, explore the romantic banks of the Seine, and see the obelisk at Place de la Concorde. Drive along the Champs Élysées to the Arc de Triomphe. With the evening free, explore the lively atmosphere of this glittering city, perhaps attending a world-famous cabaret show.
Day 13 – Day 13: Discover Paris
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- Musée de Montmartre
- Le Cachot
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Choose your own adventure in Paris. Explore the community life in the picturesque Montorgueil district or join a food lover to discover local delicacies in the areas where Parisians go about their daily lives. In the evening, dine at the historic restaurant La Coupole, savoring exquisite French cuisine and wine.
Day 14 – Day 14: Departure from Paris
- Paris - Departure day
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As your journey comes to an end, bid farewell to your fellow travelers. Transfers will be arranged to Charles de Gaulle Airport for your departure.
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