Summary Lose yourself in the history and romance of Traditional Europe. You’ll see all the iconic sights and some beautiful surprises along this 3-week European trip taking in the exquisite beauty of the Rhine Valley, the snow-capped Alps and the decadently warm waters of the French Riviera.  Short Itinerary / Route
- Day 1
- Welcome To Amsterdam
- Day 2
- Admire Cologne And Cruise In The Rhineland
- Day 3
- Enjoy Heidelberg Then Drive Into The Alps
- Day 4
- Uncover Lucerne’S Treasures
- Day 5
- Journey To Liechtenstein And Innsbruck
- Day 6
- Onwards To Venice
- Day 7
- Discover The Floating City Of Venice Make Travel M...
- Day 8
- All Roads Lead To Rome
- Day 9
- Explore Ancient Rome And The Vatican City
- Day 10
- Sail To Capri Then Sunny Sorrento
- Day 11
- The Ruins Of Pompeii Then Onwards To Florence
- Day 12
- Florence
- Day 13
- Uncover Pisa, Monaco And The French Riviera
- Day 14
- Discover Artistic Saint-Paul-De-Vence
- Day 15
- Journey Through Papal Avignon To Lyon Make Travel ...
- Day 16
- Travel Through Burgundy To Paris
- Day 17
- Explore Magical Paris
- Day 18
- Journey Home
Countries (9): Austria, France, Germany, Italy, Liechtenstein, Monaco, Netherlands, Switzerland, Vatican City Travel Cities (19): Amsterdam, Avignon, Colmar, Cologne, Florence, Heidelberg, Innsbruck, Lucerne, Lyon, Monaco-Ville, Naples, Paris, Pisa, Pompeii, Rome, Vaduz, Vatican City, Venice, Versailles |
Highlights Dining Summary - 7 Dinner (D)
- 17 Breakfast (B)
- 1 Lunch (L)
Be My Guest - Be welcomed to the Albert's home where their family have farmed the land for generations. Enjoy a traditional Tyrolean lunch surrounded by spectacular scenery.
Iconic Experience - Cologne Cathedral: The towering Cathedral of Cologne is an impressive introduction to this riverside city.
- Rhineland: Cruise beneath the semi-ruined castles and terraced vineyards. Sleepy villages slip by as you saunter upstream to the Lorelei Rock where the enchantress lured sailors to their doom.
- Heidelberg: See the magnificent castle built in red sandstone, overlooking the Student Prince’s town.
- Colmar: Stroll through the medieval streets of Colmar on a sightseeing orientation with your Travel Director.
- Lucerne: During an orientation with your Travel Director, see the Lion Monument, Old Town Hall and Chapel Bridge, the oldest wooden covered bridge in Europe.
- Vaduz: Explore Vaduz and admire the Royal family's residence, Vaduz Castle, which overlooks the capital.
- Brenner Pass: Marvel at the stunning beauty of the Brenner Pass on your scenic drive through the Alpine landscape.
- Tuscany: View the stunning landscape of Tuscany on your drive today.
- Rome: Experience Rome through the eyes of a local, as a passionate Roman guides you past the city's most iconic sites.
- Capri: Join a Local Specialist on a walk through elegant Capri to gain insight into the island's local culture and historic landmarks.
- Pompeii: Walk with a Local Specialist through the cobbled streets of this ill-fated town, frozen in time since the 1st century.
- Monte Cassino: See the abbey on Monte Cassino, founded by Saint Benedict in 529.
- Florence: Join a Local Specialist to view the Multi-coloured marble cathedral, bell tower and baptistery, adorned by Ghiberti's Gates of Paradise. Visit the political heart of the city, Signoria Square.
- Florence: See the area around Santa Croce Basilica, famous for the quality of its luxury goods, and witness a gold and leatherwork demonstration.
- Pisa: During an orientation, your Travel Director will show you the baptistery, cathedral and the famous Leaning Tower of Pisa.
- Monaco City: See the cathedral where Prince Rainier and Princess Grace were married.
- Saint-Paul-de-Vence: Discover the beauty of this hilltop town and gain insight into why it became a refuge for artists.
- Avignon: View the Pont d'Avignon and walk the medieval narrow streets of the Old Town to the Palais des Papes.
- Lyon: Take in panoramic views of Lyon from Fourvière Hill and explore the city's cobblestone streets on a sightseeing orientation.
- Paris: Join a Local Specialist to discover the hidden squares and secret lanes of Paris.
MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® - Venice: Discover the ancient skill of Venetian glassblowing and play a part in preserving this traditional craft. Your visit directly supports United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities.
Must-see Highlights - Explore Rome, Pompeii, Capri, Assisi, Florence and Paris
- Discover Amsterdam, Heidelberg, Colmar, Lucerne, Vaduz - the capital of Liechtenstein, Innsbruck, Venice, Sorrento, Pisa, Monaco, Nice, Saint-Paul-de-Vence, Avignon and Lyon
- Visit a glassblowing factory in Venice
- See the Lorelei Rock in Rhine Valley, the Benedictine Abbey of Monte Cassino and the vineyards of Burgundy
- Scenic Cruise through Amsterdam's canals, along the Rhine River, by private launch to St. Mark's Square in Venice and to the Isle of Capri
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