18 days tour
Romantic European (Small Groups, Start London, End London, 1
Hygieneprotocol
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Transport
: You may purchase arrival transfers from London Heathrow and Gatwick airports on arrival days, or when additional nights accommodation has been booked through Insight Vacations. If your departure flights are as per the itinerary end dates, departure transfers are available at scheduled times. If your flights are outside these times or you have booked additional nights accommodation with Insight Vacations, you may purchase transfers or make your own way to the airport. Alternatively, please make your own way from/to the airport. : Enjoy the comfort of Insightโs luxurious, air-conditioned, 40-seat coach with double the standard legroom and onboard washroom. Our customized luxury coaches are sanitized before the start of your tour and are maintained to very high standards. Physical distancing measures have been implemented on our customized luxury coaches.
Accommodation
1 night: Grand Hotel Amrรขth Amsterdam 1 night: Maritim Hotel Wรผrzburg 2 nights: Hotel Royal Prague 1 night: Hilton Garden Inn, Budapest 2 nights: Hilton Vienna 2 nights: Eurostars Residenza Cannaregio, Venice 2 nights: Veneto Palace Hotel, Rome 2 nights: Hotel Adler Cavalieri, Florence 2 nights: Hotel Astoria, Lucerne 2 nights: Le Mรฉridien Etoile, Paris
Guide
Venice: With your Travel Director cruise to St. Markโs Square and see the Dogeโs Palace, Bridge of Sighs and St. Markโs Basilica. Lucerne: During your orientation with your Travel Director, see the emotive Lion Monument, Jesuit Church and Chapel Bridge.
Others
Choose between two carefully selected activities Prague: Stroll through the Jewish Quarter with your Local Expert to hear how the Jewish community has shaped the history of Prague, and taste Trdelnรญk, a traditional Czech pastry. Prague: Visit the imposing St. Vitus Cathedral and explore the atmospheric courtyards of the historic Prague Castle with your Local Expert. 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 theatres, in this car-free, pedestrianized, neighbourhood. Landmarks will include passages couverts, perhaps also Patrick Blancโs spectacular jardin vertical โoasis dโAboukirโ, the Napoleonic "Egyptian" district etc. Paris: Join an avid local foodie 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. Vienna: Be pampered by locals with traditional coffee and cake. An experience like no other, this cosy cafรฉ provides companionship, and promotes well-being and support for the community, in addition to crafting delicious treats. Tuscany: Meet your Local Expert for a guided visit through the house of the Italian Renaissance diplomat and writer, Niccolo Machiavelli, with a special opening of his private office where he wrote โThe Prince.โ Vatican: Gain priority access into the Vatican Museums and admire the famous Bramante Staircase. Witness the genius of Michelangelo in the Sistine Chapel and view the splendid dome of St. Peterโs Basilica. Venice: Witness the ancient skill of glassblowing, now practised by precious few masters. Watch artisans create delicate works of art using rare traditional practices. The workshopโs 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. The workshop advances UN Sustainable Development Goal 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities. Stanserhorn: 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. London: Relax on the smooth, high-speed Eurostar train as you journey from London to Europe via the revolutionary Channel Tunnel. Amsterdam: Cruise along the old waterways, discovering the architectural gems of the old city, including mansions dating from the Golden Age of the 17th Century. Wurzburg: Stand on the statue-lined Alte Mainbrucke and see the Marienburg fortress. Wurzburg: Visit the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Wรผrzburg Residence with a Local Expert. 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. Budapest: Stroll through the alleys of the Old Town of Buda with a Local Expert. Vienna: Walk through the first district, Inner Stadt, as your Local Expert reveals why this is the historic core of the city. You will also tour the Ring Road to see the Hofburg Imperial Residence, Opera House, Parliament Building and Karlskirche. Rome: Discover the history, the construction and the legends of the iconic Colosseum as you stroll around the exterior of this amazing structure. Florence: Join a Local Expert to view the multi-coloured marble cathedral, bell tower and baptistery, adorned by Ghibertiโs 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. Florence: See the area around Santa Croce Basilica, famous for the quality of its luxury goods and witness a gold and leatherwork demonstration. 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. Paris: With a Local Expert, explore the iconic sights and streets of Paris. See famous landmarks including Notre Dame Cathedral, the Eiffel Tower and the facades of the Louvre. Stroll the banks of the River Seine and admire romantic bridges, and enjoy a drive along the Champs Elysรฉes to the Arc de Triomphe.
Meals
6 Dinner with Wine (DW) 17 Breakfast (B) 2 Lunch with Wine (LW) Amsterdam: Toast to the travels ahead during your Welcome Dinner of modern European cuisine at a local restaurant. Budapest: Enjoy a scenic dinner cruise and take in the cityโs night time beauty as you float along the Danube. Venice: Sip cocktails alongside the canals at Cafe Florian, while being serenaded by an ensemble of talented musicians and soak up the calming atmosphere long after the day-trippers have returned to their mainland hotels. Venice: Enjoy a special Venetian Celebration Dinner with wine at La Principessa. Tuscany: Enjoy a tasting of locally made wines and sample delicious Tuscan snacks in the underground cellar of Machiavelliโs home. While here you will visit the Italian gardens and be privy to a private opening of the office where he wrote โThe Prince.โ Umbria: Explore the art of Italian cooking with Chef Lorenzo followed by a tasty lunch. Lucerne: 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. Paris: Join an avid local foodie 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. Paris: Rendezvous with your friends at a typical French bistro for a rousing Celebration Dinner with wine. Bon Appetit!
Not included:
Optional
PRAGUE BY NIGHT A wonderful introduction to the โGolden Cityโ. Begin with spectacular views over Prague and the Vlatava River from the heights of the historic Strahov Monastery. Then explore the cobbled streets of the lesser town by mini-bus of motorized train. Enjoy a short photo stop in the old Town Square. By night the atmosphere is magical. Finally, enjoy a drink and old Czech music as you cruise along the Vlatava โ the perfect vantage point to admire Pragueโs buildings and Monuments. (Occasionally this excursion may be operated without the river cruise at EURO 33). ADULT PRICE: EUR 51.00 CZECH COUNTRYSIDE EVENING Letโs explore some Czech countryside, starting with a visit to Lidice, a town totally destroyed in World War II as an infamous act of retribution, with all itโs menfolk murdered and the women and children taken away. See the memorials erected in their honour in a town rebuilt with international donations. Then on to a nearby village for a hearty and delicious Czech dinner. This is accompanied by famous Czech pilsners or local wine. Musicans and dancers ensure a lively atmosphere with traditional song and dance from Bohemia, Moravia and Slovakia. Na zdravรญ! ADULT PRICE: EUR 62.00 TRADITIONAL DINNER & FOLKLORE ENTERTAINMENT Hearty and delicious, Czech cuisine borrows heavily from its Central European neighbours, but also boasts a few unique twists of its own. In a local restaurant, enjoy a traditional Czech meal accompanied by the planetโs most perfect pilsner. During dinner, lively musicians in traditional dress set the mood with songs and dances from Bohemia, Moravia and Slovakia. ADULT PRICE: EUR 59.00 GALA VIENNESE CONCERT Enjoy a wonderful concert of Viennese Classical music performed by highly acclaimed soloists and dancers. During this special evening, enjoy a glass of champagne along with some of the most famous works by Johann Strauss and Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart. (On occasion dinner will be included EURO 103) ADULT PRICE: EUR 58.00 VIENNA WOODS & HEURIGEN DINNER Escape central Vienna and drive out to the thickly forested hills which surround the cityโs western flank for a lively evening of food, wine and song. In a typical "Heuriger" village tavern, enjoy a wonderful dinner of authentic fare, complete with live Schrammelmusik and the famous full-bodied wines. ADULT PRICE: EUR 58.00 SCHรNBRUNN PALACE AND GARDENS The Imperial Summer Palace of Schรถnbrunn offers an amazing journey through the centuries of Hapsburg rule. It is perfectly preserved and richly decorated with treasures from around the globe. Each room has a story to tell, so of course, youโll have a Local Specialist to bring it to life and VIP entrance to make the most of your time. ADULT PRICE: EUR 47.00 DINNER IN A COUNTRY MANSION Cross the Danube, passing the famous Prater Park en route to one of Austriaโs most famous restaurants. Former patrons include Napoleon, the Emperor Franz Joseph, Liz Taylor and Arnold Schwarzenegger. Once through the door of this historic country mansion youโre transported to a different world! Old memorabilia, autographed photos and other paraphernalia cover the ceilings, walls and even the rest rooms. Choose from traditional Austrian fare, enjoy unlimited drinks and be serenaded by musicians at your table. A fun-filled experience never to be forgotten! ADULT PRICE: EUR 63.00 BURANO EXCURSION & MEAL Leave the hustle of St Markโs Square behind on a delightful private cruise around the islands of the Venetian lagoon. Alight at the island of Burano, a photographerโs paradise, famous for its candy coloured houses, artisan lace makers and leaning bell tower that would give Pisa a good run for its money. Enjoy a superb meal sampling the local specialities with wine included. An excursion not to be missed! ADULT PRICE: EUR 72.00 EXPERIENCE VENICE BY GONDOLA SERENADE Glide gracefully on a gondola along Veniceโs dreamy, narrow waterways; full of character and colour. While your gondolier navigates the canals, you can take in the cityโs elegant architecture. And they may even serenade you with an Italian classic. ADULT PRICE: EUR 44.00 PIAZZAS & FOUNTAINS With our local expert, letโs take a "passeggiata" (stroll) to enjoy the backstreets and secrets of Pedestrian Rome. Be amazed at sights such as the fascinating Pantheon and the beauty of 17th-Century fountains and beautiful Piazzas. Come and enjoy the Rome of the Romans. ADULT PRICE: EUR 33.00 DINNER IN ROME AND ILLUMINATIONS Begin with a delicious dinner with drinks included at a local โristoranteโ. Savour a selection of dishes freshly prepared in the Roman way accompanied by live music. Round off the evening with a sparkling illuminations tour of Romeโs floodlit ancient monuments, classical buildings, palaces and churches. Your journey takes you past the famous Colosseum, Castel St Angelo, the Circus Maximus and more. A night not to be missed. ADULT PRICE: EUR 60.00 HIDDEN VENICE To only experience Veniceโs big set pieces -- St Markโs Square; the Rialto; the Grand Canal -- is to miss out on a hidden world full of surprises! Join a Local Expert for a fascinating walk through some of the lesser known quarters of Venice. The back lanes and โcampiโ, small squares, where tourists seldom tread are full of history and great places to sample local life. ADULT PRICE: EUR 34.00 GUIDED VISIT TO THE COLOSSEUM With our local expert, step back in time to explore the glorious history of the Roman Empire. Admire the Arch of Constantine and tread in the footsteps of Gladiators and Roman Soldiers. Enjoy priority reserved entrance ahead of the crowds and once inside the mighty Colosseum hear tales of deadly gladiatorial combat and the mighty Roman Empire. Please note: This optional is subject to availability and involves reservations and entrance prepayments. If you decide to cancel this optional, a 50% cancellation fee will be incurred. ADULT PRICE: EUR 53.00 ROMAN DINNER PARTY AND TREVI FOUNTAIN Enjoy an evening of delicious Roman cuisine with drinks and great Italian ambiance. Then visit the beautifully-restored Trevi Fountain to toss a coin over your shoulder and assure your return to the eternal city. The fountain is a true wonder, a breathtaking jewel of water and stone that is nestled between the palaces of this historic city. Immortalized in Felliniโs โLa Dolce Vitaโ. ADULT PRICE: EUR 61.00 DINNER IN THE TUSCAN HILLS A fabulous dinner of Tuscan specialities awaits you. We drive into the hills surrounding Florence for a delicious typical Florentine meal complete with Chianti wine, music and lots of fun! An evening to remember. Viva Italia! ADULT PRICE: EUR 65.00 PISA AND THE ARNO VALLEY Visit the historical city of Pisa where our Local Specialist will give you an insight into its leaning tower, medieval squares and markets. Youโll also have plenty of free time to shop and explore on your own. ADULT PRICE: EUR 43.00 CARRIAGES & COUNTRYSIDE In a typical rural community, meet local farmers for a delightful horse-drawn ride. Clip-clop your way through bright green pasture, where the angular spire of a traditional white church shoots skyward and rickety old wooden storehouses still dot the landscape. Call in at a local farm where a wonderful spread of homemade drinks and snacks is served. ADULT PRICE: CHF 67.00 SWISS EVENING Thereโs nothing better than convening with friends around a pot of bubbling fondue with a glass of chilled white wine and having a good yodel! Join us for a tasty Swiss meal in a typical restaurant. While you dine, enjoy a lively folklore show of flag throwing, yodelling, Alpenhorn blowing and other great Swiss entertainment. ADULT PRICE: CHF 99.00 LAKE LUCERNE CRUISE AND DRINKS Widely considered to be the loveliest of the mountain lakes, much of the shoreline of Lake Lucerne can only be fully appreciated from the water. Admire the spectacular homes of the fortunate few, privileged to live on its scenic shores, as we cruise gently by. Two drinks will be served during the trip. ADULT PRICE: CHF 49.00 MOULIN ROUGE CABARET AND DINNER Enjoy dinner and cabaret, including wine and champagne, at the world-famous Moulin Rouge โ the original Paris Cabaret. Immortalized by the award-winning film of the same name, this Parisian institution features 60 dancers and entertainers and over 1000 costumes! ADULT PRICE: EUR 165.00 NOUVELLE EVE DINNER AND CABARET One of the oldest and most elegant revue theatres in Paris, Nouvelle Eve is a hidden gem where youโll meet the Director and two of the cast members before enjoying a four-course dinner with wine. You will then experience unparalleled Parisian entertainment โ including the world-famous Can-Can. ADULT PRICE: EUR 139.00 SEINE CRUISE AND ILLUMINATIONS The City of Light really lives up to its name when the cityโs monuments, buildings and bridges are lit up in all of their glory. First, a specially-designed sightseeing boat takes us for an unforgettable cruise along the Seine and beneath famous bridges to appreciate the Left and Right Banks and the รle de la Citรฉ and St Louis. Then, weโll enjoy an illuminations tour, when the rubies and diamonds of the Champs รlysรฉes and the Eiffel Tower are at their magnificent best. ADULT PRICE: EUR 38.00 MONTMARTRE VILLAGE & ARTISTS SQUARE Discover the bohemian quarter of Montmartre with your local expert. Walk through the historic lower area before ascending by funicular to the Place du Tertre, a favourite haunt of Toulouse Lautrec, Picasso, and Utrillo. Browse for original art or ask a local street artist to capture your likeness in minutes - a great souvenir to take home. Close by you can appreciate the view from the steps of Sacrรฉ-Coeur Basilica. ADULT PRICE: EUR 37.00
Others
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Insurance
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Flights
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Itinerary of your trip Romantic European (Small Groups, Start London, End London, 1
- Day 1 Day 1: London To Amsterdam
Day 1: London To Amsterdam
- Day 2 Day 2: Rhine Valley To Wรผrzburg
Day 2: Rhine Valley To Wรผrzburg
- Day 3 Day 3: Rothenburg And Golden Prague
Day 3: Rothenburg And Golden Prague
Experience Style
Mixed
There will be challenging activities such as hiking, biking, canyoning and trekking, but youโre also going to have other means of transportation and relaxed moments to just chill.
Accomodation level
Medium
This accommodation includes essential services like a hot shower, electricity, and a nice and comfy bed.
Experience Type
Small Group
Youโll be accompanied by a small group of travelers just like you.
Physical Rating
Basic
Almost everyone is fit for these activities. Every hike or physical exercise last less than 30 minutes, such as paragliding and horseback riding. Please ask about specific conditions.
Age range
Min: 5 / Max: 99
Age range allowed for this experience.
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