Europe Highlights

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See and experience world-famous sights on one of our most well-loved tours of Europe! Start your tour in Rome and spend 10 days exploring the highlights of this exciting continent. Explore iconic destinations in France, Switzerland, Italy, Austria, Germany, the Netherlands and Belgium. From the Rhine River and the Swiss Alps to the Eiffel Tower and the Venice...
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Overview

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

Highlights

    • Explore Venice, Amsterdam, Pisa, Florence, Munich and more
    • Experience a river cruise along the Rhine Valley and on Amsterdam’s canals
    • Enjoy free days to explore Paris and the Swiss Alps
    • Visit Burgundy, Ghent and Innsbruck

What's this trip about?

    See and experience world-famous sights on one of our most well-loved tours of Europe! Start your tour in Rome and spend 10 days exploring the highlights of this exciting continent. Explore iconic destinations in France, Switzerland, Italy, Austria, Germany, the Netherlands and Belgium. From the Rhine River and the Swiss Alps to the Eiffel Tower and the Venice canals, this popular tour ticks off multiple bucket-list attractions! Taste local cuisine, marvel at incredible natural beauty and soak up local culture. This is your ticket to an unforgettable, action-packed exploration of Europe!

Details

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeSmall Group - 24 max
Age range18 years and up
Flights and transportAll internal transport included (including local flights)
Start CityRome
End CityRome

Travel Themes

  • History
  • Cultural

Destinations

Activities

  • Culture
  • History

Trip includes

    • 9 nights hotel accommodation in twin rooms with private bathrooms. The majority of our accommodations are of a 3- and 4-star standard, offering excellent value, comfort and convenience
    • Single travellers have the option to pay a single supplement to ensure a private room (subject to availability)
    • 9 Breakfasts, 5 Dinners*Vegetarian options available for all meals on request
    • Modern air-conditioned coach with reclining seats and toilet onboard
    • Any public transport used as part of the tour (excludes free days)
    • Explore Venice, Italy’s floating city
    • Enjoy a scenic mountain drive through Brenner Pass
    • Visit the beautiful Austrian city of Innsbruck
    • See the restored Munich city centre on an orientation tour
    • Enjoy a German meal in one of Munich's historic restaurants
    • Admire the scenery on Rhine River cruise
    • Taste local wines in the Rhine Valley
    • See the iconic Riekermolen windmill
    • Enjoy a traditional cheese and clogs demonstration
    • Cruise along the Amsterdam canals
    • Visit Ghent; a medieval Belgian city
    • See iconic landmarks on a driving tour of Paris
    • Visit Burgundy; a stunning French winemaking region
    • Enjoy a scenic mountain drive through the Swiss Alps
    • Visit the picturesque Lake Como
    • Get a photo by the Leaning Tower of Pisa
    • Explore Florence; the birthplace of the Renaissance
    • Fully guided tour with experienced tour leader
    • Tour leader will accompany group throughout and manage all logistical details

Itinerary

Travel Map
DAY 1: Start of tour in Rome - Venice

Welcome to the Europe Highlights tour! Leave Rome this morning and head to the city of canals and gondolas. Vineyards and orchards flash in front of a majestic mountain backdrop as the coach drives. The diversity of the Italian landscapes will continue to impress. And...

DAY 2: Innsbruck - Munich - Bavaria Region

Arrivederci, for now Italy! Heading north toward Germany this morning, encounter some of the most beautiful countrysides in central Europe. Admire the breathtaking Brenner Pass as the tour makes its way to Austria. Stop in Innsbruck, famous for its dramatic m...

DAY 3: Munich - Rhine Valley

The German adventure continues, as the tour heads to one of the most picturesque sections of the Rhine River. Arrive in the Rhine Valley and relax onboard a Rhine riverboat as it travels into the heart of this region. This is the most concentrated stretch of cas...

DAY 4: Rhine Valley - Amsterdam

This morning, say auf wiedersehen to Germany, and continue into the Netherlands. En route to Amsterdam, travel through the beautiful Dutch countryside and enjoy a photo stop at the iconic Riekermolen windmill. Then, indulge in a cheese and clog-making d...

DAY 5: Amsterdam - Ghent - Paris

Today, say vaarwel to the Netherlands and head to the Belgian city of Ghent. This picturesque port city is a cultural hub, and is known for its medieval architecture, which is remarkably well-preserved. See some top sights on an orientation tour and the...

DAY 6: Paris: Free Day

The wonderful thing about Paris is that there is so much to experience, regardless of the time of day, or season. Enjoy a full free day to explore all this magical city has to offer. Wander its fascinating streets, sample local cuisine (escargot, anyone?) or simply re...

DAY 7: Paris - Burgundy - Swiss Alps

Au revoir Paris! Today, get a taste of small-town France with a lunch stop in Burgundy. In the town of Beaune, visit the beautiful Hospices de Beaune or try the region’s famous wine! After free time for lunch, take a scenic drive across the border into ...

DAY 8: Swiss Alps: Free Day

The Swiss Alps have some of the highest peaks in the world! Surrounded by these peaks and glaciers, take the opportunity to feel on top of the world at Jungfraujoch on this free day! Join this popular optional excursion and take a train or gondola to “the top of...

DAY 9: Swiss Alps - Lake Como - Tuscany

Today, leave the Swiss Alps and head back towards Italy, stopping for lunch at the famous Lake Como. An enormous expanse of water fringed by picturesque scattered villages, it's perhaps not surprising that one of the villages, Laglio, is where George Clooney has a lux...

DAY 10: Tuscany - Pisa - Florence - Rome

This morning, capture iconic shots at the famous Leaning Tower of Pisa! The UNESCO-listed Leaning Tower is one of the most popular European landmarks. Then, head to the enchanting city of Florence. Arrive and embark on a walking tour with a local guide. History oozes ...

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Meals Included
  • 9 Breakfasts, 5 Dinners 
    *Vegetarian options available for all meals on request
Age Requirements
18 years and up
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