Explore top European destinations with this Classic Europe tour! Cruise Amsterdam's canals, summit the Swiss Alps and see icons like the Eiffel Tower and Leaning Tower of Pisa. Taste Tuscan, German and British cuisine. Enjoy free time in Paris, Rome and Amsterdam. A fast paced, expertly planned European adventure awaits!
Day 1: Arrive London
Welcome to London! Meet your tour leader and group before discovering this beloved city's iconic highlights. Enjoy a traditional British roast for lunch, see Big Ben and admire Buckingham Palace! Then, choose the optional Thames, Towers and Tastes excursion to cruise the Thames, explore its surrounding landmarks and enjoy a fish 'n' chips dinner.
Meals: Lunch
Day 2: London - Paris
This morning, travel from London to Paris. Arrive and enjoy a driving tour of 'The City of Lights', showcasing the city's best landmarks including the Eiffel Tower and Arc de Triomphe! This evening, sit down for a delightful French dinner at a local restaurant. This is the perfect time to plan tomorrow's free day.
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 3: Paris
Experience the magic of Paris your way, explore solo or join the Paris+ Excursion! See iconic sights, enjoy a macaron tasting, visit a perfume museum, cruise the Seine and admire views from Montparnasse Tower. In the evening, opt for a dreamy Montmartre tour and a colourful, late night Cabaret Show!
Meals: Breakfast
Day 4: Paris - Burgundy - Swiss Alps
'Au revoir' Paris, today it's time to sample a taste of small town France with a lunch stop in Burgundy. Explore the town of Beaune and visit the beautiful Hospices de Beaune or try wine that the region is famous for. After lunch, we depart Burgundy and take a long scenic drive across the border into Switzerland travelling towards the Swiss Alps. Admire the alpine forests, beautiful lakes and dramatic mountains as we drive to the Swiss Alps our home for the next two days.
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 5: Swiss Alps
It's a guaranteed snow day if you join the Full Day Optional Excursion to the 'Top of Europe'! See the spectacular glacier and enjoy panoramic mountain views. Alternatively, spend your free day wandering and breathing in that crisp Alpine air in the local town. Join the optional Swiss dinner tonight to tuck into traditional Swiss food!
Meals: Breakfast
Day 6: Swiss Alps - Pisa - Tuscany
Today, it's time to swap snow for Gelato as this European tour continues. Travel towards stunning Italian vistas. Capture your iconic shots at the Leaning Tower of Pisa, one of the world's most visited World Heritage UNESCO Sites. Next, continue to the exquisite Tuscany region, famous for wine, food, art and architecture. Enjoy a night in the spa town of Montecatini Terme.
Meals: Breakfast
Day 7: Tuscany - Florence - Rome
Start the day in Florence with a locally guided tour of this captivating Renaissance city. Afterwards, enjoy free time to explore at your own pace or join the Taste of Tuscany Optional for a Family style Tuscan lunch. Next, travel to Rome and soak up the Eternal City's iconic sights before meeting the group for an included dinner.
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 8: Rome
Today is a free day for you to experience Rome's ancient history. Don't miss the Colosseum and Roman Forum (be sure to book this popular excursion before the tour starts) or join the optional Conquer the Capital excursion to see top sights like the Spanish Steps and Trevi Fountain and enjoy a delicious local lunch, gelato included. A perfect Roman holiday!
Meals: Breakfast
Day 9: Rome - Venice
Travel to the enchanting city of Venice, famous for its canals, gondolas, art and landmarks like St. Mark's Square and the Rialto Bridge. Spend the evening exploring at your leisure or join the optional Evening in Venice excursion for scenic gondola and water taxi rides through this majestic floating city.
Meals: Breakfast
Day 10: Venice - Innsbruck - Munich
Guten Tag! Today's final destination is Munich, the vibrant Capital of Germany's Bavaria Region. First, enjoy an orientation tour in Innsbruck, Austria! Visit the Golden Roof Museum and marvel at the Gothic architecture. Later, arrive in Munich and enjoy an orientation tour in the captivating city centre before tucking into dinner in a historic restaurant!
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 11: Munich - Rhine Valley
Journey to the beautiful Rhine Valley and enjoy a scenic Rhine River cruise past Castles, cliffs and vineyards. The cruise ends in Boppard, a UNESCO World Heritage town known for its incredible wine. Sample some wine and learn about the Rhine Valley varietals with an included tasting. Enjoy an included dinner at the hotel tonight.
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 12: Rhine Valley - Amsterdam
Bid Auf Wiedersehen to Germany and head to the Netherlands! In the Dutch countryside, enjoy cheese tasting, a clog-making demo and a photo stop at the Riekermolen Windmill. Arrive in Amsterdam and explore the city on a relaxing canal cruise, taking in the sights from the water. End the day with dinner at a local restaurant.
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 13: Amsterdam - Ghent - London
Start the day in the beautiful Belgian City of Ghent! Wander cobbled streets, admire Medieval buildings, and treat yourself to Belgian Chocolate or Waffles. Afterwards, cross the English Channel and return to London. End the adventure with an Optional Farewell dinner at a local Curry House on Brick Lane for a final festive evening together.
Meals: Breakfast
Day 14: Depart London
After two incredible weeks, the tour comes to an end this morning. Enjoy breakfast with the group at the hotel where you can say goodbye to your newly made travel friends. We hope to welcome you back on the road again soon.
Meals: Breakfast