European Grandeur - Start Paris, End Amsterdam, Classic Group

25 nights from £8103

25 nights

European Grandeur - Start Paris, End Amsterdam, Classic Group

Experience the grandeur of Europe from Paris to Amsterdam with luxurious accommodations and guided tours of iconic destinations.

£8225 pp
£6881 pp excluding flights £275 per night
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Embark on the "European Grandeur" tour, a captivating journey from Paris to Amsterdam, exploring the heart of Europe. This classic group tour takes you through 12 countries, including France, Spain, Italy, and the Netherlands, offering a rich tapestry of cultural and historical experiences. Delight in the elegance of Parisian patisseries, the architectural marvels of Gaudi in Barcelona, and the serene beauty of the Swiss Alps. Enjoy exclusive experiences like a private viewing of a Rhineland castle and a glassblowing demonstration in Venice. Travel in comfort aboard a luxurious coach, staying in premium accommodations, and savoring authentic dining experiences. This tour promises a blend of sightseeing, cultural immersion, and relaxation, making it an unforgettable European adventure.
  • content:<h3>Choice Highlights</h3><ul class='icon-list'><li><i class='fa-regular fa-circle-check'></i>Choose between two carefully selected activities</li><li><i class='fa-regular fa-circle-check'></i>Paris: Join a local food lover on a walk through the streets of Paris. Visit a variety of patisseries, boulangeries and chocolatiers and sample local treats and delicacies along the way.</li><li><i class='fa-regular fa-circle-check'></i>Paris: We walk up and down the "quartier" and we see the school, the food stores, the housing situation, the heritage landmarks, the sports facilities and the theaters, in this car-free, pedestrianized, neighborhood. Landmarks will include passages couverts, perhaps also Patrick Blanc's spectacular jardin vertical 'oasis d'Aboukir', the Napoleonic "Egyptian" district etc.</li><li><i class='fa-regular fa-circle-check'></i>Choose between two carefully selected activities</li><li><i class='fa-regular fa-circle-check'></i>Vienna: Visit Capuchins' Crypt - the burial place of the Habsburg family in Vienna.</li><li><i class='fa-regular fa-circle-check'></i>Vienna: Visit a traditional coffeehouse to enjoy Viennese specialties of coffee and Sachertorte.</li></ul>
  • content:<h3>Top Rated Highlights</h3><ul class='icon-list'><li><i class='fa-regular fa-circle-check'></i>Chateau Chenonceau: Visit the majestic Château de Chenonceau, known as the 'Ladies' Château' it perfectly embodies the elegance of 16th century design in the Loire Valley.</li><li><i class='fa-regular fa-circle-check'></i>Bordeaux: Your Local Expert will show you the quayside facades, Grand Theater, Triangle d'Or and magnificent Esplanade des Quinconces.</li><li><i class='fa-regular fa-circle-check'></i>San Sebastián: Led by your Local Expert, enjoy a guided walking tour of the Old Quarter including Plaza de la Constitucion.</li><li><i class='fa-regular fa-circle-check'></i>Barcelona: With your Local Expert, drive along the elegant Passeig de Gràcia to witness some of the finest Modernist architecture as you journey through the Eixample district to see Gaudi's extraordinary masterpiece, the mesmerizing Sagrada Família.</li><li><i class='fa-regular fa-circle-check'></i>Avignon: Once the seat of papal power, Avignon is a city steeped in history and charm. View the Pont d'Avignon and walk the medieval narrow streets of the Old Town to the Palais des Papes, one of the largest Gothic palaces in Europe.</li><li><i class='fa-regular fa-circle-check'></i>Nice: Enjoy exploring the beautiful coastal town of Nice on the French Riviera.</li><li><i class='fa-regular fa-circle-check'></i>Monaco City: Enjoy a drive along part of the Grand Prix circuit and wander the old town with your Travel Director to see the Royal Palace and the yacht-filled harbor.</li><li><i class='fa-regular fa-circle-check'></i>Monaco City: Explore inside Monaco Cathedral.</li><li><i class='fa-regular fa-circle-check'></i>Pisa: Your Local Expert will show you the baptistery bristling with marble spines, and the colonnaded bell tower lurching behind the 11th-century cathedral - the famous Leaning Tower in the Square of Miracles.</li><li><i class='fa-regular fa-circle-check'></i>Florence: Join a Local Expert to view the multi-colored marble cathedral, bell tower and baptistery, adorned by Ghiberti's Gates of Paradise. Visit the political heart of the city, Signoria Square. See the area around Santa Croce Basilica, famous for the quality of its luxury goods.</li><li><i class='fa-regular fa-circle-check'></i>Rome: During your orientation with your Travel Director see the medieval buildings, including Renaissance palaces and Baroque churches, scattered throughout the city.</li><li><i class='fa-regular fa-circle-check'></i>Venice: With your Travel Director cruise to St. Mark's Square and see the Doge's Palace, Bridge of Sighs and St. Mark's Basilica.</li><li><i class='fa-regular fa-circle-check'></i>Ljubljana: Explore this elegant capital with your Local Expert, to see the castle City Hall, Cathedral of St Nicholas and Triple Bridge.</li><li><i class='fa-regular fa-circle-check'></i>Maribor: Led by your Travel Director, explore this charming city, the second largest in Slovenia. Take a moment to appreciate the blend of old and new architecture.</li><li><i class='fa-regular fa-circle-check'></i>Vienna: Join your Local Expert for a city tour that reveals both the renowned sights and hidden gems of Vienna's historic core. Travel along the Ring Road to see the Hofburg Imperial Residence, Opera House, Parliament Building and Karlskirche.</li><li><i class='fa-regular fa-circle-check'></i>Salzburg: Join your Local Expert to visit the formal gardens of Mirabell Palace and Residence Square - both locations used in 'The Sound of Music.' You will also see the imposing fortress, the immense cathedral and Mozart's birthplace on the lively Getreidegasse.</li><li><i class='fa-regular fa-circle-check'></i>Innsbruck: Nestled amidst majestic mountains, Innsbruck is a beautiful city offering a unique combination of nature, history, and culture. Stroll the streets of the picturesque Old Town, with your Travel Director, learn about its history and admire the Baroque and Gothic architecture.</li><li><i class='fa-regular fa-circle-check'></i>Vaduz: Admire the Royal family's residence, Vaduz Castle, which overlooks the capital and is surrounded by year-round snow peaked mountains.</li><li><i class='fa-regular fa-circle-check'></i>Lucerne: See the emotive Lion Monument, Jesuit Church and Chapel Bridge.</li><li><i class='fa-regular fa-circle-check'></i>Stanserhorn: Journey to the top of Mount Stanserhorn on a panoramic, open-top cable car powered by solar energy, and enjoy spectacular views from the summit.</li><li><i class='fa-regular fa-circle-check'></i>Amsterdam: Cruise along the waterways, discovering the architectural gems of the old city, including mansions dating from the Golden Age of the 17th Century.</li></ul>
  • content:<h3>Make Travel Matter</h3><p><b>Venice</b>: Witness the ancient skill of glassblowing, now practised by precious few masters. Watch artisans create delicate works of art using rare traditional practices. The workshop's master craftsmen teach visitors about the traditional craft of glassblowing and its history which dates back to the 15th century. Every visit helps to support the workshop and the survival of this traditional craft.  This workshop directly supports United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities.</p><p><b>Stanserhorn</b>: Journey to the top of Mount Stanserhorn on a panoramic, open-top cable car powered by solar energy, and enjoy spectacular views from the summit. Walk along beautiful scenic pathways, keeping an eye out for marmots and other native animals, with the chance to hear a conservation talk by a Swiss ranger, to learn about local wildlife and flora. Your visit directly supports United Nations Sustainable Development Goals 7 & 15: Affordable and Clean Energy & Life on Land.</p>
  • content:<h3>Authentic Dining</h3><p><b>Paris</b>: Join your Travel Director and fellow guests at a local restaurant in the heart of the city for a delightful dinner served with wine.</p><p><b>San Sebastián</b>: Enjoy an evening of pintxos, dining with locals in this Basque tradition. Your delicious dinner includes a wide variety of finger food delicacies, each with their own regional flavor, flair and presentation.</p><p><b>Avignon</b>: At a local farm learn about olive oil and enjoy a tasting of the freshest produce before indulging in a farm-to-table dinner of traditional French home-style cuisine.</p><p><b>Venice</b>: In St Marks Square at sunset, long after the day-trippers have gone to their mainland hotels, sip cocktails canal-side before dinner at a local restaurant.</p><p><b>Lucerne</b>: Choose from a selection of restaurants on your Dine-Around Evening and hand-pick your preferred ambience, cuisine and drinks for an intimate culinary experience.</p><p><b>Amsterdam</b>: Toast the culmination of your travels during a fabulous Celebration Dinner at a local restaurant.</p>
  • content:<h3>Insight Choice</h3><p><b>Paris</b>: Join a local food lover on a walk through the streets of Paris. Visit a variety of patisseries, boulangeries and chocolatiers and sample local treats and delicacies along the way.</p><p><b>Paris</b>: We walk up and down the "quartier" and we see the school, the food stores, the housing situation, the heritage landmarks, the sports facilities and the theaters, in this car-free, pedestrianized, neighborhood. Landmarks will include passages couverts, perhaps also Patrick Blanc's spectacular jardin vertical 'oasis d'Aboukir', the Napoleonic "Egyptian" district etc.</p><p><b>Vienna</b>: Visit Capuchins' Crypt - the burial place of the Habsburg family in Vienna.</p><p><b>Vienna</b>: Visit a traditional coffeehouse to enjoy Viennese specialties of coffee and Sachertorte.</p>
Stay in comfort at the Marriott Rive Gauche in Paris, Novotel Gare St Jean in Bordeaux, Barceló Costa Vasca in San Sebastián, and other premium hotels across Europe, ensuring a restful retreat after each day's adventures.
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