European Experience (Start Paris)

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Get out of that armchair and experience the beauty of Europe with her centuries-old history, vibrant cities and splendid landscapes. You’ll tick many bucket-list boxes on this 12 day trip that takes you from Paris to Amsterdam, from the Swiss Alps to Italy, through the canals of Venice and St. Mark’s Square and on to Austria and finally through the Rhineland ...
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Overview

Trip type
Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

What's this trip about?

    Get out of that armchair and experience the beauty of Europe with her centuries-old history, vibrant cities and splendid landscapes. You’ll tick many bucket-list boxes on this 12 day trip that takes you from Paris to Amsterdam, from the Swiss Alps to Italy, through the canals of Venice and St. Mark’s Square and on to Austria and finally through the Rhineland Amsterdam.

Details

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeGroup - max of 40 people
Age range6 years and up
Flights and transportN/A
Start CityParis
End CityAmsterdam

Travel Themes

  • 50 plus
  • Cultural

Destinations

Activities

  • Culture

Max Group Size

  • Max Group Size: 40

Trip includes

    • An expert Travel Director and professional Driver
    • Cherry-picked hotels, all tried and trusted
    • Many meals and daily breakfasts included
    • City orientation tours
    • Audio headsets are provided throughout your holiday to enhance your included sightseeing experiences
    • Luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries
    • Extensive variety of Choice Experiences
    • Ferry from Calais to Dover
    • On occasion, hotels of similar standard and location may be utilized.

Itinerary

Travel Map

Day 1: Arrive Paris

Arrive in Paris, a capital that doesn’t hold back and doesn’t expect you to either. Take a walk through its grand past, dynamic present and exciting future, from the maze of streets that once nurtured great artists in Montmartre to the Eiffel Tower before joining your Travel Director and fellow travelers this evening.

Ibis Alésia Montparnasse 14éme

Day 2: Paris Sightseeing and Free Time

Audrey Hepburn described it best when she said: 'Paris is always a good idea.' We’re sure you’ll agree. Hit its grand boulevards on a city sightseeing tour with your Travel Director. See the Arc de Triomphe and Champs Élysées then spend the rest of the day discovering...

Day 3: Paris - Lucerne Region

Journey through the idyllic French countryside before arriving in Lake Lucerne. You’ll want to put the 'heart' of Switzerland in your pocket and take its history, culture and epic landscapes with you.

SwissEver Zug

Breakfast, Dinner

Day 4: Lucerne orientation and free time

Turn the page to a land of fairy-tale landscapes and medieval history. You have a full day to see the sights and explore Lucerne, starting with a morning orientation including the Chapel Bridge and the Jesuit Church. No visit to Lucerne is complete without a visit to ...

Day 5: Lucerne - Florence

Your journey heads south to the city of Florence - home to various masterpieces of Renaissance architecture and outstanding fine arts. Enjoy dinner with your fellow travelers tonight as you prepare to soak up the beauty of the city, surrounded by Tuscan hills, that has remained unchanged throughout the centuries.

The Gate

Breakfast, Dinner

Day 6: Florence – Rome

Enjoy your day in Florence before heading to Rome. Admire the city skyline from Piazzale Michelangelo. There’s time to explore Piazza della Signoria, the Duomo and Giotto's Bell Tower or shop for the bespoke Italian leather goods and fine gold jewelery for which Flore...

Day 7: Rome Sightseeing and Free Time

You could spend a lifetime exploring Rome and just scratch the surface, but with your Local Guide on hand you’ll dive right into the city’s heart and soul. Head to Vatican City to watch the pigeons and people tread on holy ground. The rest of your day is free to explo...

Day 8: Rome – Venice

Journey on to Venice, which bewitches in all her Byzantine glory, softening even the hardest of hearts with her opulence. Highlights include a cruise on a private launch to St. Mark’s Square and views of the magnificent St. Mark’s Basilica and Doge's Palace. The talen...

Day 9: Venice – Innsbruck

Today you continue along the Inn Valley to the Austrian Tyrol and its capital, Innsbruck, where you can 'ooh and aah' at the impressive ski jump and view the famed Golden Roof, constructed from 2,657 copper tiles. Admire the fascinating crystal installations and brows...

Day 10: Innsbruck - Munich - Reilingen

Your first stop today is Munich where you can admire the Glockenspiel in the Marienplatz and the Hofbräuhaus. Continue onto the main cultural center of the Rhineland.

Achat Hotel Bad Durkheim

Breakfast, Dinner

Day 11: Reilingen - Cologne - Amsterdam

Suitably inspired by its spires, you’ll board a lazy river cruise down the Rhine past terraced vineyards and fairy-tale castles. Your experience of a lifetime ends in the free-thinking capital of the Netherlands. Immerse yourself in Amsterdam's gezelligheid as you soa...

Day 12: Depart Amsterdam

Say farewell to your Travel Director and traveling companions at the end of an amazing holiday.

Breakfast

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Dates & Availability

Price From $2,825
Price per day$235
Last Updated: 11/22/2024
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Finish Date
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Availability
14 Feb 2025
20 Feb 2025
$1,685
15 Feb 2025
22 Feb 2025
$3,350
28 Feb 2025
06 Mar 2025
$1,685
14 Mar 2025
20 Mar 2025
$1,685
15 Mar 2025
22 Mar 2025
$3,350
28 Mar 2025
03 Apr 2025
$1,685
29 Mar 2025
05 Apr 2025
$1,975
05 Apr 2025
12 Apr 2025
$1,975
05 Apr 2025
14 Apr 2025
$2,095
05 Apr 2025
20 Apr 2025
$2,975

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Prices may vary due to local taxes and trip seasonality. Click "Request Info" to inquire directly with the tour operator for the final trip price.

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Accommodation

  • Ibis Alésia Montparnasse 14éme
  • SwissEver Zug
  • The Gate
  • Raganelli, Ergife Palace
  • Campanile Venice Mestre
  • Bon Alpina, Alphotel
  • Achat Hotel Bad Durkheim
  • Ibis Schiphol
Travel Insurance
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Meals Included
  • 11 Breakfast (B)
  • 4 Dinner (D)
Age Requirements
6 years and up
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