Europe Jewel
This classic 2 week Europe trip has been designed with passionate travellers in mind! See the best of incredible countries in Western and Eastern Europe on this guided Europe Jewel tour. Experience the Dutch lifestyle in Amsterdam and cruise through Germany’s beautiful Rhine Valley. Venture through the centuries-old cities of Nuremberg, Prague and the Slov...
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Overview
Highlights
- Local guided walking tours of Prague, Florence, Vienna and Ljubljana
- Cruise Amsterdam’s canals and sail along the Rhine River in Germany
- Discover Venice and Budapest
- See the iconic Leaning Tower of Pisa
- Free days in Prague, the Swiss Alps and Paris
What's this trip about?
This classic 2 week Europe trip has been designed with passionate travellers in mind! See the best of incredible countries in Western and Eastern Europe on this guided Europe Jewel tour. Experience the Dutch lifestyle in Amsterdam and cruise through Germany’s beautiful Rhine Valley. Venture through the centuries-old cities of Nuremberg, Prague and the Slovakian capital of Bratislava. Enjoy a taste of traditional Italy, marvel at the natural beauty of the Swiss Alps and explore the delights of Paris. This group vacation is an unforgettable way to spend 2 weeks in Europe!
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Trip includes
- 13 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)
- 13 Breakfasts, 7 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)
- Enjoy a cheese and clogs demonstration
- Marvel at the stunning scenery in Zaanse Schans
- Visit the lakeside town of Volendam
- Cruise the canals of Amsterdam
- Enjoy a wine tasting in Germany’s Rhine Valley
- Cruise down the Rhine River
- Visit the historic Bavarian city, Nuremberg
- See the best of Prague on a guided walking tour
- Taste authentic Czech cuisine
- Visit Bratislava; capital of Slovakia
- Enjoy a walking tour of Vienna; Austria's capital
- Drive along and see the best-loved sights in Budapest
- Visit Lake Balaton
- Visit Maribor in Slovenia
- Enjoy a locally guided walking tour of Ljubljana
- Explore Venice, Italy’s floating city
- Locally guided walking tour of Florence
- Watch an Italian leather-making demonstration
- Dinner in Florence
- See the Leaning Tower of Pisa
- Enjoy a scenic mountain drive to Switzerland
- Enjoy a driving tour of Paris
- Visit the port city of Ghent
- Fully guided tour with experienced tour leader
- Tour leader will accompany group throughout and manage all logistical details
Itinerary
Welcome to Amsterdam and the start of the Europe Jewel tour! Meet up with your tour leader this morning and start the adventure with a visit to a cheese farm for a demonstration on the traditional ways of making cheese and clogs. Next, enjoy some free time for lunch i...
Continuing on to the picturesque Rhine Valley in Germany. Arrive and visit a local wine merchant for an included wine tasting. If the weather has been good during the harvest season, you may even get to try eiswein (ice wine)! It is a very sweet dessert...
Today the tour travels to Prague! First, enjoy a visit to the Bavarian city of Nuremberg. Heavily bombed during WW2, Nuremberg was rebuilt, and today has been returned to some of its former glory. Later, arrive in Prague and get to know the city on a walking tou...
Explore more of this beautiful European city on today’s free day in Prague. Often described as the jewel in the crown of Central Europe, you’ll find this city is just as engaging as Barcelona, London or Amsterdam and is just as beautiful as Paris! Join the Prague+ opt...
It’s time to head to the grandeur of Vienna, visiting Bratislava, Capital of Slovakia, along the way. Surrounded by mountains, vineyards, ski runs and unbridled wilderness. Bratislava is a charming city. Spot the medieval castle overlooking the old town and marvel at ...
Wave farewell to Vienna as the tour makes its way to the striking Hungarian capital of Budapest. Sitting astride the Danube River, this scenic city is known for its singular mix of Baroque, Neoclassical and Art Nouveau architecture. On arrival in Budapest, get an over...
Leave Budapest and visit an iconic holiday destination in Hungary - the beautiful Lake Balaton. With nearly 200km of shoreline, it is the largest lake in central Europe and popular summer holiday spot for locals! Next, visit Maribor in Slovenia. While here, enjoy free...
Before departing Slovenia, stop in the town of Postojna. Here, join the unmissable optional excursion to the famous Postojna Cave for a guided tour! Venice is the next stop; a city immortalised in literature, film and art for centuries. Its timeless waterways and arti...
Leaving Venice is never easy, but luckily the hills of Tuscany are calling! Marvel at the countryside as the coach travels towards Florence. On arrival, enjoy a panoramic view of the city from Piazzale Michelangelo - gorgeous! Then, take a fascinating walking to...
Departing Tuscany, head for one of Europe's most famous buildings. Make sure your camera is charged as we head to Pisa! Learn the story behind the famous Leaning Tower of Pisa and be sure to take some photos! Then it's time for a change of scenery as the tour cr...
The Swiss Alps are yours to expore today! Make the most of time in nature by taking a leisurely stroll through the local villages or along crystal-clear lakes. The Jungfraujoch: Journey to the Top of Europe optional excursion is highly recommended! Enjoy a visit...
It’s an early start today as the tour journeys out of the mountains. It's time for the city of lights and love: Paris! Arriving in the afternoon, embark on a riveting driving tour of the French capital. Get your cameras ready – this tour includes views of some ...
Embrace the magic of Paris on this free day! Choose to delve deeper into what makes Paris a long-term favourite with travellers on the Paris+ optional excursion which includes a visit to a world-famous macaron shop, a perfume museum tour, a sightseeing cruise on the R...
It’s the last day already! Depart Paris, sit back and relax as the tour travels to today’s first stop - the Belgian city of Ghent. Enjoy some free time to explore the medieval city centre and grab a bite to eat. Afterwards, it’s time to drive back to Amsterdam w...
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The total tour cost includes the tour price (regular or promotional) and the compulsory local payment. The promotional price is subject to change. Check directly with the operator for the latest price offer. The tour operator requires you to pay only the tour price to purchase your travel. The compulsory local payment will be paid when you join the trip. All prices are based on double, twin or triple share occupancy. Solo passengers will be accommodated in a double, twin or triple room according to availability with a passenger(s) of the same gender. Single supplement only needs to be paid if the passenger does not want to share and requests their own room. Discounts can only be applied at the time of booking and cannot be added at a later date, regardless of any changes made to the original booking.
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