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One epic journey of discovery, from Amsterdam to the monuments of Germany, Austria and Croatia. Explore legends in Greece, ancient history in Italy and the capitals of Paris, Vienna and Rome.

Overview

Trip type
Group Tour
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Easy

Highlights

    • SMALL GROUP SIGHTSEEING enjoy a guided walking tour through the historic inner city of Dubrovnik with a group size of no more than 25 guests.
    • ORIENTATION of Amsterdam, Heidelberg, Munich, Kalambaka, Innsbruck, Venice and Lucerne
    • VISIT the Temple of Apollo in Delphi, Acropolis in Athens, excavations in Pompeii and the Sistine Chapel, the Colosseum and St. Peter's Basilica in Rome
    • VIEW the White Cliffs of Dover, the battle site of Thermopylae, the Abbey at Monte Cassino and the Eiffel Tower and Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris
    • SEE the Lorelei Rock, the Vineyards of Burgundy and Basilica of St. Francis in Assisi
    • SCENIC CRUISE through Amsterdam's canals and along the Rhine River

What's this trip about?

    One epic journey of discovery, from Amsterdam to the monuments of Germany, Austria and Croatia. Explore legends in Greece, ancient history in Italy and the capitals of Paris, Vienna and Rome.

Details

Itinerary focusOperator does not provide
Group sizeOperator does not provide
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportN/A
Start CityLondon
End CityParis

Travel Themes

  • 50 plus
  • Cultural
  • Education / Learning
  • Local Immersion & Homestays

Destinations

  • Europe
  • United Kingdom
  • Austria
  • Switzerland
  • Germany
  • France
  • Netherlands
  • Albania
  • Greece
  • Croatia
  • Italy
  • Montenegro
  • Slovenia

Attractions

  • Alps
  • Amsterdam
  • Athens
  • Dubrovnik
  • Ljubljana
  • London
  • Paris
  • Rome
  • Sorrento
  • Tirana
  • Venice
  • Vienna

Activities

  • Culture
  • Historic sightseeing

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Itinerary

Day 1: Arrive London (2 Nights)

The bright lights of London launch your adventure through Europe. Broaden your horizons and explore the culture and heritage of the British capital or spend your day relaxing after your journey.

Day 2: London Sightseeing and Free Time

Join a 'Local Specialist' this morning to see the iconic sights of London. From Big Ben and the imposing Houses of Parliament that stand alongside the Thames, to regal Buckingham Palace at the end of the grand Mall. Spend the day exploring London's bustling city stree...

Day 3: London – Amsterdam (2 Nights)

Meet your Travel Director before departing London for mainland Europe. Board your ferry to France, then journey through the Belgian and Dutch countryside bound for Amsterdam, where you'll spend a memorable evening exploring the capital's scenic canals on a Welcome Reception cruise with your fellow travellers.

Day 4: Amsterdam Orientation and Free Time

Explore the maritime history, tree-lined canals and gabled façades of Amsterdam on an orientation of the city's 17th-century canal ring district. Enjoy the rich aromas and flavours of Dutch cheese this afternoon in Volendam, where you'll 'Dive Into Culture' yet again and gain insights into traditional cheese-making and the crafting of Holland's characteristic wooden clogs.

Day 5: Amsterdam – Rhine Cruise – Heidelberg – Rhineland

We cross the German border and board a cruise in Boppard. Journeying along the mighty Rhine past vineyard-clad hills and medieval castles, we disembark in St. Goar, avoiding the allure of the legendary Lorelei. We travel to the university city of Heidelberg to admire its magnificent ruined sandstone castle which stands imposingly overlooking the Neckar River.

Day 6: Rhineland – Munich – Innsbruck

Arriving in the Bavarian capital of Munich today, we see the Hofbrauhaus, City Hall and iconic Marienplatz with its Glockenspiel. Crossing the Austrian border, we arrive in Innsbruck for an orientation that will include views of St. Jakob's Cathedral and Emperor Maxim...

Day 7: Innsbruck – Venice (2 Nights)

Cross the snow-capped Alps to Italy today, travelling via the Brenner Pass to Venice, where you will join your travel companions for a delicious Regional Dinner at a local restaurant.

Day 8: Venice Orientation and Free Time

'Dive Into Culture' and gain insights into the centuries-old tradition of Venetian glassblowing. Glide through the waters of the Adriatic by private launch arriving in the gateway of Venice, St. Mark's Square. Delve into the history of this beautiful Byzantine city, s...

Day 9: Venice – Vienna (2 Nights)

Journey through the Veneto plains, across the Styrian Alps and to Austria's imperial capital of Vienna. Celebrate the city's iconic reputation as the world's music capital and perhaps consider an evening Optional Experience including dinner and entertainment.

Day 10: Vienna Sightseeing and Free Time

Join a 'Local Specialist' on an exploration of this elegant capital, including views of the State Opera House, St. Stephen's Cathedral and the Hofburg, once the home of the powerful Habsburg Dynasty. Spend the rest of your day at leisure, soaking up the cosy coffee cu...

Day 11: Vienna – Ljubljana

Leave the City of Music behind, crossing the Slovenian border to Ljubljana. Join a 'Local Specialist' for a sightseeing tour and delve into the 'Beloved' city's iconic and unexpected highlights. Wander along the Baroque façades of its Old City and admire the medieval ...

Day 12: Ljubljana – Plitvice Lakes

Journey across the Croatian border and via Zagreb to Plitvice Lakes National Park, where you'll join a 'Local Specialist' for a guided walking tour. Connect with the exquisite beauty of this UNESCO-listed natural wonder, admiring the cascade of spectacular waterfalls ...

Day 13: Plitvice Lakes – Dubrovnik (2 Nights)

Journey south along the picture-perfect Dalmatian coast, past seaside villages to the ancient city of Dubrovnik - its terracotta rooftops appear to tumble into the waters of the cerulean Adriatic.

Day 14: Dubrovnik Sightseeing and Free Time

Stroll through the marble streets of the Pearl of the Adriatic on a Small Group Sightseeing tour with a 'Local Specialist'. Admire the Rector's Palace, Onofrio's Fountain and the Franciscan and Dominican monasteries. Consider taking a sunset cruise along the spectacular Dalmatian coast to enjoy a delicious local dinner.

Day 15: Dubrovnik – Tirana

Journey to Kotor, an enchanting medieval city, perched on the deepest natural fjord-like bay in the Mediterranean. Travel through Montenegro into Albania and overnight in its colourful capital of Tirana. Explore the previously communist-dominated capital with a 'Local...

Day 16: Tirana – Kalambaka

We travel to Greece, enjoying views of the scenic Plains of Thessaly en route to Kalambaka with its gravity-defying Meteora monasteries that cling impressively to immense, rounded rock towers.

Day 17: Kalambaka – Delphi – Athens (4 Nights)

We cross the fertile Thessaly region and see the battle site at Thermopylae, where the heroic Leonidas and brave Spartans battled against the invading Persians. We arrive at the centre of the world and Mount Parnossos, joining a 'Local Specialist' to explore the ancie...

Day 18: Athens Free Day

Spend the day discovering the birthplace of democracy - a centre for the arts, learning and philosophy. Stroll through the tiny, colourful alleyways of Plaka, join Athenians for a noisy coffee stop at an open-air café or consider embarking on our three-day Aegean Cruise.

Day 19: Athens Free Day

Today is yours to embrace the spirited atmosphere of the Greek capital. Perhaps, venture by funicular to Mount Lycabettus for the most magnificent views of the sprawling city below, watch the pageantry of the changing of the Evzoni or join an Optional Experience.

Day 20: Athens Free Day

Soak up the sights, sounds and smells of the bustling Central Market this morning. Maybe admire the remarkable antiquities and remnants of Ancient Greece at the fascinating Acropolis Museum or wander through the colourful stalls of Monastiraki Square.

Day 21: Athens Sightseeing – At Sea

Travel to the heart of ancient Athens, back to a time of philosophers and great thinkers. Join a 'Local Specialist' to marvel at the ancient Acropolis, see the Parthenon, dedicated to the goddess Athena, and view the stadium where the first modern Olympic Games took p...

Day 22: Ancona – Assisi

Spend today worshipping the sunshine, as we sail up the dramatic Adriatic coast towards Ancona. This evening we arrive in the mystical medieval town of Assisi, the home and final resting place of beloved St. Francis.

Day 23: Assisi Sightseeing – Sorrento

Join your 'Local Specialist' today and enjoy a sightseeing tour to see the Basilica of St. Francis. We pass the Benedictine Abbey in Monte Cassino before arriving in the sophisticated seaside retreat of Sorrento.

Day 24: Sorrento – Pompeii – Rome (2 Nights)

We join a 'Local Specialist' in Pompeii to hear the story of this remarkable ancient Roman settlement buried under ash following the eruption of Mount Vesuvius. Continuing through the green and golden countryside of Lazio, we arrive in Rome, the 'Eternal City' this evening.

Day 25: Rome Sightseeing and Free Time

Visit the centre of Christianity, the Vatican City. 'Dive Into Culture' with your 'Local Specialist' and ascend the spiral staircase designed by famous architect Donato Bramante. Then, admire Michelangelo's exquisite frescoed ceiling of the Sistine Chapel and St. Pete...

Day 26: Rome – Florence Sightseeing

Journeying north through the beautiful landscapes of Umbria and Tuscany, we arrive in the Renaissance city of Florence. Join a Local Specialist for a sightseeing tour of some of the city's iconic sites. View Giotto's Bell Tower and the Baptistery with its renowned bro...

Day 27: Florence – Engelberg (2 Nights)

Travel north across the snow-capped Alps into Switzerland, past beautiful Lake Lugano, continuing along the scenic St. Gotthard route into central Switzerland. We spend the next two nights in the popular winter sports resort town of Engelberg.

Day 28: Lucerne Orientation and Free Time

The lakeside setting of Lucerne is ours to explore today. Pay tribute to the brave Swiss Guard at the Lion Monument and admire the wooden Chapel Bridge with its exquisite ceiling. Spend the rest of the day ambling through the medieval streets with their characteristic painted façades, or perhaps embark on an Operational Experience up one of the surrounding peaks.

Day 29: Engelberg – Paris (2 Nights)

We cross into France and traverse the rolling Burgundy vineyards en route to the glittering capital of Paris. The City of Light shines brightly tonight as you explore the grand boulevards on your terms. Enjoy dinner at a cosy bistro or consider attending a colourful Parisian Cabaret performance.

Day 30: Paris Sightseeing and Free Time

Join a 'Local Specialist' today for an informative sightseeing tour of the French capital. Drive along the Champs Élysées and see the Place de la Concorde. View Notre Dame and enjoy a stroll through the Latin Quarter. This evening, we celebrate an epic European voyage with newfound friends and our Travel Director at a Farewell Dinner.

Day 31: Depart Paris

After breakfast, we say a fond au revoir to your fellow travellers and Travel Director. An airport transfer is available. Conditions apply. Complimentary London Return - guests are welcome to return to London by Trafalgar motor coach at no extra cost. Additional acco...

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Price per day$252
Last Updated: 8/27/2020

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Meals Included
  • 30 breakfasts
  • 12 dinners
Age Requirements
No age restrictions
Additional Information
Audio Headsets for flexible sightseeing Daily breakfast and up to half your evening meals Luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries or alternative transportation (such as rail journeys) The services of a Trafalgar Local Host at your London hotel Ferry across the Channel from Dover to Calais Cherry-picked hotels, all tried and trusted Optional Experiences and free time All porterage and restaurant gratuities Must-see sightseeing and surprise extras An expert Travel Director and professional Driver All hotel tips, charges and local taxes London airport transfer service is available to purchase. Conditions apply. See airport transfer page for details. Pick-up if you stay at the Trafalgar recommended London hotel, booked through Trafalgar, or from the London Reception Centre Handcrafted Highlights VIP entry to many sights
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