From Prague to Vienna and on to Paris, this immersive tour of Europe takes in the mansions of Amsterdam, the Roman Empire relics of Rome and the breathtaking scenery of the Alps
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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>Prague: Stroll through the Jewish Quarter with your Local Expert to hear how the Jewish community has shaped the history of Prague, and taste Trdelník, a traditional Czech pastry.</li><li><i class='fa-regular fa-circle-check'></i>Prague: Explore Prague with your Local Expert, walk the courtyards of the Castle, and visit the imposing St. Vitus Cathedral. The city is then yours to explore. Maybe take a river cruise through the heart of the city, or walk in the footsteps of kings along the Royal Route?</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>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>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></ul>
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content:<h3>Top Rated Highlights</h3><ul class='icon-list'><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><li><i class='fa-regular fa-circle-check'></i>Wurzburg: Stand on the statue-lined Alte Mainbrucke and see the Marienberg fortress.</li><li><i class='fa-regular fa-circle-check'></i>Wurzburg: Visit the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Wurzburg Residence.</li><li><i class='fa-regular fa-circle-check'></i>Rothenburg ob der Tauber: Picturesque Rothenburg ob der Tauber is the best-preserved medieval town in Germany and a truly enchanting destination. Step back in time and explore the city walls, towers, and gates around the old town as well as the old town itself.</li><li><i class='fa-regular fa-circle-check'></i>Budapest: Explore the Old Town of Buda with a Local Expert.</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 Ringstrasse. See the Hofburg Imperial Residence, Opera House, Parliament Building and Karlskirche.</li><li><i class='fa-regular fa-circle-check'></i>Venice: Join your Travel Director for an introduction to Venice, exploring its canals, lively squares, and historic landmarks. Discover the city’s unique charm as you navigate its maze of streets and take in iconic sights like St Mark’s Square and the Rialto Bridge.</li><li><i class='fa-regular fa-circle-check'></i>Rome: Discover the history, the construction and the legends of the iconic Colosseum as you stroll around the exterior of this amazing structure.</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.</li><li><i class='fa-regular fa-circle-check'></i>Florence: See the historic neighborhood of the Santa Croce Basilica and witness local craftspersons at work during a gold and leatherwork demonstration.</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>Paris: Experience the magic of Paris with Insight Vacations as you explore its iconic sights, landmarks, and charming streets. Meander along the picturesque banks of the River Seine, delving into the rich history of its beautiful bridges and renowned landmarks, including the majestic Notre-Dame Cathedral, the Eiffel Tower, the Champs-Élysées, and the Arc de Triomphe. Whether from the comfort of your coach or a scenic vantage point, immerse yourself in the timeless stories that bring this enchanting city to life.</li></ul>
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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>
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content:<h3>Authentic Dining</h3><p><b>Amsterdam</b>: Toast to the travels ahead during your dinner of modern European cuisine at a local restaurant.</p><p><b>Budapest</b>: Enjoy a scenic dinner cruise and take in the city's night time beauty as you float along the Danube.</p><p><b>Venice</b>: Savor a Venetian dinner with wine in a restaurant in the heart of this historic city.</p><p><b>Tuscany</b>: Enjoy a tasting of locally made wines and sample delicious Tuscan snacks in the underground cellar of Machiavelli's home. While here you will visit the Italian gardens and be privy to a private opening of the office where he wrote 'The Prince.'</p><p><b>Umbria</b>: Explore the art of Italian cooking with Chef Lorenzo followed by a tasty lunch.</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>Paris</b>: With your newfound friends indulge in refined French cuisine during your dinner at the iconic restaurant L'Alsace.</p>
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content:<h3>Insight Choice</h3><p><b>Prague</b>: Stroll through the Jewish Quarter with your Local Expert to hear how the Jewish community has shaped the history of Prague, and taste Trdelník, a traditional Czech pastry.</p><p><b>Prague</b>: Explore Prague with your Local Expert, walk the courtyards of the Castle, and visit the imposing St. Vitus Cathedral. The city is then yours to explore. Maybe take a river cruise through the heart of the city, or walk in the footsteps of kings along the Royal Route?</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>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>
Stay in a variety of comfortable accommodations including the Apollo in Amsterdam, Maritim in Wurzburg, Royal in Prague, Hilton Garden Inn in Budapest, Hilton Vienna Park in Vienna, Eurostars Residenza Cannaregio in Venice, Room 007 Select in Rome, Villa Neroli in Florence, and Astoria Lucerne in Lucerne, culminating at Le Méridien Etoile in Paris.