A White Christmas in Europe
Overview
Highlights
- Paris: Indulge in a special Highlight Dinner up the Eiffel Tower.
- Bruges: Visit the famous Christmas markets in Market Square.
- Cologne: View the largest Christmas tree in Rhineland at the Cologne Christmas markets.
- Rothenburg: Drive along part of Germany’s “Romantic Road’. See the Renaissance town hall and Christmas Markets.
- Interlaken: Enjoy a carriage ride through the snow. Ride the Bernese Oberland Railway and iconic Jungfrau Railway to the highest station in Europe. Christmas Eve Gala Dinner, Christmas Breakfast and Christmas Dinner at the iconic Victoria-Jungfrau Grand Hotel & Spa.
- Lucerne: See the Chapel Bridge and the poignant Lion Monument.
- Innsbruck: See the architectural jewels of the beautiful capital of the Tyrol - the Imperial Palace, Golden Roof and 14th century houses of the Old Town.
- Venice: Visit to Doge’s Palace and St Mark’s Basilica.
- Rome: Visit the Colosseum, Spanish Steps, Trevi Fountain and Pantheon. New Year’s Eve Gala Celebration Dinner.
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- 14 nights in Premium Hotels
- Baggage handling on tour
- Escorted by an expert Insight Tour Director
- Business class legroom onboard your 40 seat luxury coach
- Included airport transfer service on Day 1 and Day 15
- Hotel and restaurant tips included
- Insight Traveler document wallet & information pack
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Board your overnight flight to Europe (not included).
Welcome to Paris! Transfers to your hotel depart Charles De Gaulle Airport at 08.00, 10.00 and 15.00 hours. In the glow of the afternoon light perhaps take your first stroll along the tree lined boulevards festooned with fairy lights. Meet your Tour Director for a Welcome Drink this evening.
Today’s orientation tour shows you all the famous sights of Paris! See Notre Dame Cathedral, the Louvre Museum, Arc de Triomphe and stop for a photo of the Eiffel Tower. Next join your Tour Director to visit some of the city’s best Christmas markets, including the cap...
Travel through the former battlefields of the Western Front into Belgium. On arrival in picturesque Bruges, join a local expert for a stroll along cobbled streets, explore Burg Square with its ornate Gothic town hall and glorious frescoes on the wall of the Holy Blood...
Head east across the German border to Cologne where you visit the Gothic Cathedral, one of the most awe-inspiring buildings in the world. Surrounding the Cathedral, the city’s sprawling Christmas markets attract millions of visitors each year. Beneath the imposing bac...
A scenic drive this morning takes you along the most beautiful part of the Rhine, past sleepy villages, terraced vineyards and ancient hill top castles. As you pass the Loreley Rock, hear the myth where sailors are said to have perished on a Siren’s call. We arrive in...
Head south through the varied landscapes of southern Germany, skirting the famous Black Forest. Cross the border and continue into the heart of Switzerland with mountains rising all around to reach your resort ‘between the lakes’. Your majestic hotel, Interlaken’s fin...
Awake Christmas morning to a magnificent winter setting. After checking if Santa’s been, you can relax with your loved ones, or explore the winter activities on offer. Gather for a special Christmas Day Breakfast, then travel out to the pretty Alpine village of Grinde...
On Boxing Day get ready for what is undoubtedly one of the highlights of your tour. Take the Bernese Oberland Railway via Lauterbrunnen to Kleine Scheidegg, where you board the iconic Jungfrau Railway. This sensational journey tunnels through the Eiger to Europe’s hig...
Drive through glorious mountain scenery to the beautiful lakeside Lucerne. Here your Tour Director will show you the covered wooden Chapel Bridge and you will learn about the poignant history of the Lion Monument. Then cross the border to Innsbruck, the beautiful capital of the Tyrol. See the Imperial Palace, Golden Roof and 14th century houses of the Old Town. (BB / D)
After breakfast travel across the impressive Europa Bridge into Italy and on to glorious Venice, Queen of the Adriatic. Your luxurious hotel is only minutes from St Mark’s Square, gazing out over the Guidecca Canal. This evening, witness the magic of Venice as our pri...
Winter time in Venice is superbly atmospheric, with its misty views and quieter streets. Your sightseeing tour focuses on St Mark’s Square, visiting the Doge’s Palace and St Mark’s Basilica. For those that want to explore Venice by canal, there will be an opportunity ...
Depart Venice and travel into Tuscany, celebrated worldwide for its gastronomy. A two course lunch in a rustic beautiful region is arranged here, with a glass of its local vino! Now follow the course of the River Tiber to the ‘Eternal City’. Winter in Rome is a specia...
A local guide introduces you to the grandeur of the city. We begin with a visit to the mighty Colosseum where gladiators once fought and see the Roman Forum. Afterwards we take a walking tour through some of the oldest streets in Rome where you will discover piazzas, ...
Today is set aside to relax and have time at leisure in Rome. As evening falls, perhaps join your Tour Director and fellow guests to celebrate the finalé of your tour over a Highlight Dinner at an authentic Italian restaurant or have a final evening on your own. (BB)
Bid your Tour Director and driver farewell this morning. Transfers from the hotel depart for the airport at 8.00, 11.00 and 16.00 hours. (BB)
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