The Best of Europe
European Tour Package
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19 Days Tour Plan
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Welcome to Madrid! Upon arrival at the airport, we’ll transfer you to your hotel. You’ll have some free time until the tour begins. Please check the information signs at the reception area for details about the welcome meeting with your guide and fellow travelers.In the evening, we’ll provide a transfer to Plaza Mayor and La Latina, Madrid’s most famous neighborhood for nightlife and tapas restaurants. You can choose to dine at any restaurant you prefer with a variety of options including Spanish, Indian, Chinese, and Middle Eastern cuisines.
The morning will begin with a comprehensive tour of central Madrid, featuring highlights like Paseo del Prado, Cibeles, Neptuno, Puerta de Alcalá, Plaza de Colón, and Plaza Mayor. We’ll then visit Retiro Park, a beautiful oasis in the city center, where we’ll see the lake and the Palacio de Cristal. Admission is included to the Santiago Bernabéu Stadium, the home of Real Madrid—considered by many to be the best football club in the world. Enjoy the rest of the afternoon at your leisure. In the evening, we’ll provide a return transfer to the hotel.
In the morning, we’ll leave for ARAGON, travelling through the lands of Castile. Our first stop will be in ZARAGOZA to admire the stunning Cathedral-Basilica of Our Lady of the Pillar. We’ll then journey to the serene Poblet Abbey, one of the best-preserved medieval monasteries in the world (tickets included). Finally, we’ll head to BARCELONA, where we’ll arrive in the evening.
In the morning, we´ll embark on a tour of the City of Counts. This vibrant city, nestled along the Mediterranean Sea, is famous for Gaudi’s modernist architecture, the bustling Ramblas, and its rich history, highlighted by the Universal Exposition and the Olympics hosted here. BARCELONA is renowned as one of the most beautiful and fascinating European capitals. In the evening, we’ll leave Barcelona and travel north into Catalonia. Before settling into our hotel, we’ll take a walk in GIRONA, exploring its historic center, known for its colorful houses, the old Jewish quarter, and its impressive cathedral.
We’ll head to FRANCE, traveling through the PROVENCE region. Our first stop will be ARLES, a small UNESCO World Heritage city known for its connections to Van Gogh. Here, we can visit the Roman theater and quaint Romanesque churches. There will be time to explore and have lunch. Next, we’ll include a visit to Carrières des Lumières, an incredible underground art experience featuring a captivating display of art, images, and sound in an ancient quarry. We’ll arrive in CHAMBERY, the charming capital of Savoy, for the evening, a medieval style city with beautiful historic center and large castle.Note: If tickets for the Carrières des Lumières show are unavailable due to high demand, we will provide an alternative visit to the Pont du Gard, a famous Roman aqueduct
We’ll journey to SWITZERLAND, arriving in GENEVA. With our guide, we’ll go to Palais des Nations (headquarters of the United Nations in Europe), and we’ll see the beautiful English Garden with its flower clock, and admire the Jet d’Eau, the tallest fountain in Europe. Our next stop will be the charming, walled village of GRUYERES, world-renowned for its cheese. Nearby, there are some of Switzerland´s major chocolate factories, including Nestlé. Our tour includes admission to the Maison Cailler Chocolate Factory, where you’ll enjoy a sweet tasting experience!We’ll continue our journey along scenic roads, passing through bucolic mountain landscapes and picturesque wooden villages, until we reach CHILLON Castle, built on the shores of Lake Geneva (admission included). We’ll arrive in LEYSIN by mid-afternoon, a charming holiday village with spectacular views of the Rhône Valley and Mont Blanc. Leysin is well-known for its winter sports resort and hiking options. Dinner will be includedNote: Depending on availability, accommodation may sometimes be in another charming Swiss town nestled in the Alps, such as Martigny.
We’ll experience stunning mountain scenery today, so be sure to pack your winter clothes. We’ll ascend to Glacier 3000 by cable car ride, one of the most spectacular spots in SWITZERLAND featuring ice and snow year-round, and where you can walk on the suspended bridge between two mountain peaks, explore the Ice Cathedral, or enjoy the Fun Park. We’ll stop in INTERLAKEN for lunch before traveling to LUCERNE, one of the most beautiful cities in Switzerland. In the evening, we’ll arrive in ZURICH, with some time to explore the center before heading to the hotel. Note: In case of adverse weather conditions or other unforeseen circumstances, the Glacier 3000 cable car may be closed. If this happens, we will offer an equally spectacular alternative to enjoy the alpine landscapes.
We’ll leave ZURICH early in the morning, crossing the Alps to reach the Italian-speaking part of Switzerland. Our first stop will be BELLINZONA, renowned for its three medieval castles, which are UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Perched on the hills overlooking the city, these castles highlight Bellinzona´s historical significance as a key alpine stronghold. Enjoy some free time to wander through the charming streets of the center. Next, we´ll enter Italy and stop in the charming town of COMO for lunch. This town is considered the jewel of LOMBARDY, known for its beautiful gardens beside the lake and its spectacular cathedral. We’ll continue to MILAN, where our guide will take us to the impressive Piazza del Duomo. You’ll have some time to wander around before we transfer you to the hotel.
Today, we’ll continue our journey to Pisa. We´ll ride a small tourist train to the Piazza dei Miracoli (Square of Miracles), where you´ll have time to admire one of the most captivating and beautiful art complexes in Italy, including the famous Leaning Tower of Pisa. Afterwards, we’ll head to Rome, arriving later in the day.
In the morning, we’ll take a three-hour guided tour of the Eternal City, combining a walking tour through Imperial Rome with a panoramic bus ride to admire one of the oldest and most influential cities in Western civilization. During the tour, we’ll see iconic landmarks such as the Arch of Constantine, the exterior of the Colosseum and the Imperial Forums, the Circus Maximus, the Baths of Caracalla, the Basilica of Saint Mary Major, the Pyramid of Cestius, and Castel Sant’Angelo.The tour will end at VATICAN CITY around 11:00 a.m. Afterward, our guide will offer an optional visit to explore the Vatican Museums and the Sistine Chapel.At the end of the day, we’ll include a transfer to the popular Trastevere neighborhood, known for its cozy restaurants and lively atmosphere. Return to the hotel will be around 8:30 p.m.
Today, we’ll leave ROME and head north, taking in the beautiful landscapes along the way. Upon reaching FLORENCE, we’ll go directly to the stunning Piazzale Michelangelo for breathtaking views of the city. We will then walk toward the historic center where, after some time for lunch, we’ll enjoy a guided walking tour with a local expert through the historic center, visiting landmarks such as the Ponte Vecchio, the Duomo, and Piazza della Signoria. This city is like an open-air museum. Afterward, you´ll have some free time to explore at your leisure. In the evening, you’ll have plenty of options for dinner, as this district offers many restaurants with a variety of international cuisines.
Today, we’ll enjoy the stunning mountain landscapes as we cross the Apennines. Upon arriving in Venice, we’ll take a boat across the Giudecca Canal to the Island of Venice. With a local guide, we’ll visit the marvelous St. Mark’s Square. Afterwards, we’ll tour the Murano Glass Factory, where you’ll see the fascinating techniques used to create this ancient glass. You´ll have some free time to explore on your own. Accommodation will be in the Mestre district.
We will depart from Venice, traveling to AUSTRIA! Upon arriving in INNSBRUCK, you’ll have time to stroll through the historic city center and enjoy lunch in the Austrian Tyrolean capital. Afterward, we’ll journey along beautiful scenic roads through the mountains to KITZBÜHEL. Once there, you’ll have time to explore this picturesque village, a famous ski resort where snow can be enjoyed for most of the year. We’ll continue our journey to SALZBURG, arriving by the end of the day.Note: If there are few travelers, we may take a train from Venice to Innsbruck.
Today, we’ll get to know AUSTRIA better. During the morning, we´ll explore SALZBURG, Mozart’s city. Its Renaissance and Baroque center is filled with beauty, all in the shadow of the grand castle. Next, we’ll travel through lakes and mountains to reach ST. WOLFGANG, a renowned pilgrimage site in Austria. We’ll then head to TRAUNKIRCHEN, located beside the beautiful Traunsee Lake, where we’ll take an included cruise to see four of the lake´s castles before disembarking in GMUNDEN. Afterward, we’ll continue to VIENNA, arriving in the evening.
Today, we’ll embark on a panoramic tour of this impressive city with a local guide. We’ll explore its majestic avenues, beautiful palaces, large parks and vibrant city center. In the afternoon, you’ll have free time to explore on your own. In the evening, we’ll include a transfer to the Grinzing district, an old wine-growing village now part of the city, known for its traditional taverns. You’ll have free time to dine in the area.
After about three hours of travel, we’ll arrive in BUDAPEST, the capital of HUNGARY. Our first stop will be the lively area of Váci utca, where you’ll have free time for lunch. After, we’ll kick off our exploration of Budapest with an included boat trip on the Danube River, with historic Buda on one bank and cosmopolitan Pest on the other. The views are unbeatable. Following this, we’ll begin a panoramic tour of the so-called "Queen of the Danube." You’ll have some free time afterwards. In the evening, we’ll offer an optional outing to a Magyar show, with dinner included.
We will leave BUDAPEST early and head for BRATISLAVA, the capital of SLOVAKIA, a charming city along the Danube with an attractive historic center. You´ll have time to explore and enjoy lunch. After, we’ll continue our journey to the CZECH REPUBLIC, arriving in PRAGUE in the evening. We’ll provide a transfer to the Old Town Square, a central spot that offers a fantastic introduction to Prague with its vibrant atmosphere and numerous tourist activities. You can have dinner at one of the many restaurants offering a variety of international cuisines, including Czech, Chinese, Indian, and Italian. Afterward, we’ll return to the hotel.
Today, we’ll visit the capital, PRAGUE, the Baroque jewel of Europe. Our local tour guide will lead an informative panoramic tour, highlighting the city’s most outstanding monuments. During the tour, there will be a visit to Prague Castle (admission included). After that, enjoy a boat ride on the Vltava River (included). In the afternoon, you’ll have free time to explore the city on your own.
After breakfast, our journey will come to an end, leaving you with wonderful lasting memories.
Planned Hotels or similar
PRAGA
914690600
reservas.praga@hsantos.es
Antonio lopez 65 cp 28019 madrid,28019
Madrid,Spain
AXOR FERIA
913122379
reservas.feria@axorhoteles.es
Campezo, 4,28022
Madrid,Spain
PUERTA DE TOLEDO
914747100
gabriel@hotelpuertadetoledo.es
Glorieta de la puerta de toledo, 4,28005
Madrid,Spain
IBIS STYLES BARCELONA SANT JOAN DESPI
934755800
H3289@accor.com
C/ de la tv3, 2 cp 08970 sant joan despi - barcelona,08970
Barcelona,Spain
CATALONIA BARCELONA 505
932128012
barcelona505@cataloniahotels.com
Muntaner, 505, cp 08/022 barcelona,08022
Barcelona,Spain
ACTA VORAPORT
935955560
recepcion.voraport@actahotels.com
Ramón turró, 169-b 08005 - barcelona españa,08005
Barcelona,Spain
AC HOTEL SOM BY MARRIOTT
934458200
acsom@ac-hotels.com
Arquitectura, 1-3 lhospitalet de llobregat, barcelona 08908,08908
Barcelona,Spain
BEST WESTERN PREMIER CMC GIRONA
972400500
info@hotelcmcgirona.com
Carrer barcelona, 112, 17003 girona,17003
Girona,Spain
KYRIAD CHAMBERY CENTRE
479361364
chambery.centre@kyriad.fr
Rue de la republique, 371 cp 73000 - chambery,73000
Chambéry ,France
BEST WESTERN ALEXANDER PARK
479686000
corporate@alexanderpark.fr
51 rue alexander fleming, 73000 chambéry,,73000
Chambéry ,France
ALPINE CLASSIC HOTEL LEYSIN
244930606
info@classic-hotel.ch
Route de la cité 4,1854
Leysin,Switzerland
CAMPANILE MARTIGNY
277222701
martigny@campanile.com
Rue du léman 15 - martigny,1920
Leysin,Switzerland
CENTRAL RESIDENCE
244930707
info@hotelcr.ch
Route du belvédre 20,1854
Leysin,Switzerland
INTERCITY ZURICH AIRPORT
445727000
reservations.zuerich.airport@intercityhotel.com;eladio@venumtravel.com
Flughofstrasse 63 , rmlang,8153
Zurich,Switzerland
MERCURE ZURICH CITY
435231200
melanie.casura@cotp.group
Vulkanstrabe 108b,cp 8048 zurich,,,8048
Zurich,Switzerland
RADISSON HOTEL & SUITES ZURICH
445616050
reservations.zrhda@radisson.com
Thurgauerstrasse 116, opfikon,8152
Zurich,Switzerland
IH MILANO LORENTEGGIO
02413111
reservation.milano@ih-hotels.com
Via lorenteggio, 278,20152
Milan,Italy
AS DEI GIOVI
36264401
giovi@ashotels.it
Via a. manzoni, 99,20811
Milan,Italy
AS LIMBIATE FIERA
029967641
limbiate@ashotels.it
Corso como, 52,20812
Milan,Italy
ERGIFE
666441
info@ergifepalacehotel.com
Largo lorenzo mossa, 8, 00165 roma rm,00165
Rome,Italy
ARAN PARK
651072135
aran.res@barcelo.com
Ricarddo forster 24,00143
Rome,Italy
GRAND FLEMING
63337264
info@grandhotelfleming.it
Piazza monteleone di spoleto, 20,00191
Rome,Italy
NILHOTEL
55795540
info@nilhotel.it;groups@nilhotel.it
Eugenio barsanti 27 a / b - cp 50127 florencia,50127
Florence,Italy
RAFFAELLO
554369725
info@raffaellohotel.it
Viale morgagni, 19,50134
Florence,Italy
NOVOTEL FIRENZE NORD
5553821
H1798-RE@ACCOR.COM
Via tevere 23 cp 50019 osmannoro sesto fiorentino,50019
Florence,Italy
LUGANO TORRETTA
41936777
info@hotellugano.it
Via giorgio rizzardi, 11,30175
Venice,Italy
DELFINO
4154321029
info@hoteldelfino-mestre.com
Corso del popolo 211,30172
Venice,Italy
ELITE
410986031
info@elitehotel.it
Via forte marghera 119,30173
Venice,Italy
HARRYS XL SALZBURG
50121410
reservierung@harrys-home.com
Fanny-von-lehnert-straße 6-8, elisabeth-vorstadt,5020
Salzburg,Austria
RAINERS HOTEL VIENNA
1605800
reservation03@rainers-hotel.eu
Gudrunstrasse 184,1100
Vienna,Austria
CITADINES APART’HOTEL SOUTH VIENNA
6766437908
marina@condituz.com
Triester str. 27, 1100 wien, austria,1100
Vienna,Austria
MOXY VIENNA CITY EAST
18905777
Im erdberger mais 1, 1030 wien, austria,1030
Vienna,Austria
MERCURE BUDAPEST CASTLE HILL
14888163
csaba.pokol@accor.com;H1688-re1@accor.com
Krisztina korut 41 -43,1013
Budapest,Hungary
RADISSON BUDAPEST BUDAPART
9105999
veronika.pecze@radisson.com
Budapest, dombóvári út 25a, 1117 hungría,1117
Budapest,Hungary
TRIBE BUDAPEST STADIUM
12389360
Budapest, könyves kálmán krt. 34, 1097 hungría,1097
Budapest,Hungary
DUO
266131111
info@hotelduo.cz
Teplická 492/19,19000
Prague,Czech republic
PANORAMA HOTEL PRAGUE
261161111
sofie.deinega@corinthia.com
Milevska 1695/7,14063
Prague,Czech republic
COMFORT PRAGUE CITY EAST
234712454
reception.corp@c.hotels.cz
Becvarova, 14 10000 prague - czechia,10000
Prague,Czech republic
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