Enchanting Europe Tour – Tulip Special
from $2,995
16 Days
15 Nights
Itinerary
Day 01: Arrive London
Today we arrive London and are transferred to the hotel for check in. In the afternoon we are transferred
to visit the Swami Narayan Temple followed with dinner
- Breakfast: No
- Lunch: No
- Dinner: Yes
Day 02: London
This morning after breakfast you will meet your Tour Manager and depart to visit the Madame Tussaud
wax Museum later, we proceed for a panoramic tour of London to see the main sights: Buckingham
Palace, Trafalgar Square, Big Ben, Westminster Abbey, Houses of Parliament, and Tower Bridge. In the
evening we take a flight on the London Eye lasts for approximately 30 minutes – relax in one of the 32
high-tech glass capsules and enjoy the London skyline. Late evening return to your hotel.
- Breakfast: Yes
- Lunch: Yes
- Dinner: Yes
Day 03: UK: London – Dover – France: Calais – Belgium: Brussels – Eindhoven - Amsterdam
This morning, at the check-in point, you will meet your Tour Manager and join the coach for a leisurely
drive from London to Folkestone or Dover, for the short channel crossing to Calais by Eurotunnel Le Shuttle
or Ferry. On arrival, we proceed to Brussels, the capital of Belgium and the seat of several European Union
institutions including the European Commission and Parliament. Here we see the Atomium (photo stop).
Later we drive to Eindhoven, The Netherlands and overnight.
- Breakfast: Yes
- Lunch: Yes
- Dinner: Yes
Day 04: The Netherlands: Eindhoven - Germany: Cologne - Frankfurt / Mannheim area
Early morning, we depart from our hotel and we visit the Keukenhof gardens to see The Tulips (21st March
– 12 May, 2024). Later we proceed to Germany. Joining the autobahn, we arrive at the famous city of
Cologne where you can marvel Europe’s largest Gothic twin spire cathedral. Late evening check into our
hotel for an overnight stop.
- Breakfast: Yes
- Lunch: Yes
- Dinner: Yes
Day 05: Germany – Austria: Wattens - Innsbruck – Innsbruck area
Depart this morning for Austria. Our journey takes us through the spectacular region of the Bavarian Alps,
arriving at Wattens, where we visit the famous Swarovski Crystal Worlds, for a tour through the
kaleidoscope of senses and to see sparkling crystal artworks by famous artists. Visit the Crystal Worlds
Shop displaying a unique selection of Swarovski products. We then proceed to Innsbruck, the capital of the
Tyrol region. Enjoy this charming town of green domes and red roofs – see the Hofburg and the Goldenes
Dachl. Continuing our drive, we check into our hotel for an overnight stay.
- Breakfast: Yes
- Lunch: Yes
- Dinner: Yes
Day 06: Austria – Italy: Venice - Venice / Padova area
This morning we enjoy some spectacular scenery as we drive across Europabrucke, one of Europe’s
highest bridges, winding our way through the Brenner pass to cross the Italian border. We leave behind
the mountains for sunny Italy, to visit Venice, the city of unparalleled beauty and romantic gondolas
(Gondola Ride Included). Our visit begins with a boat ride to Venice. On arrival we walk to St. Mark’s
Square – the most elegant square in the world, to see (outside view) the Bridge of Sighs, the Doges Palace
and the Basilica di San Marco. Later you have some free time for photos and to maybe buy a souvenir for
the family. Late evening, we check-in at our hotel.
- Breakfast: Yes
- Lunch: Yes
- Dinner: Yes
Day 07: Italy: Venice / Padova area – Pisa - Florence – Arezzo area
Today we depart for Pisa. Watch the amazing scenery change as we cross the Apennine mountains and the
gentle hilly countryside of Tuscany to reach Pisa, where we visit the Field of Miracles. Here you can marvel
at the marble Cathedral in the Pisan-Romanesque style, the Baptistery, and one of the wonders of the world,
the legendary Leaning Tower. Leaving Pisa, we continue on the motorways to Florence. On arrival in the
city of the Medicis, we will visit Piazzale Michelangelo to enjoy one of the best views of this renaissance
city across the River Arno. You then have some free time to wander around this city, where traffic is
banned from the historic center, admiring its timeless beauty. Later we continue our journey and check-in
at our hotel for a two-night stay.
- Breakfast: Yes
- Lunch: Yes
- Dinner: Yes
Day 08: Italy: Arezzo area – Rome – Arezzo area
Passing sunlit valleys of the Chianti wine country and ancient fortresses perched high on the hills, we reach
the ‘Eternal City’. On arrival, we proceed on a guided tour of Rome to see (outside view) – Piazza Venezia
and the Monument to Vittorio Emanuele II, the first king of united Italy, the ancient Forums, the Colosseum
and the Arch of Constantine. In the afternoon, we proceed to the Vatican City, where we will visit St.
Peter’s Basilica and Square, a renaissance masterpiece. Late evening, we return to our hotel.
- Breakfast: Yes
- Lunch: Yes
- Dinner: Yes
Day 09: Italy: Arezzo area – Ferrari Museum Maranello - Milan
After breakfast Checkout and we dive to Ferrari Museum in Maranello. The museum showcases
the history of the Ferrari brand and its iconic cars. They are a treat for Ferrari lovers and car
people in general and they are set out in such a way, you can enjoy them at any age. Later in the
afternoon, we proceed to Milan the capital of the Lombardy region in northern Italy and is the
wealthiest city in Italy. Milan is one of Italy’s most fashionable cities, thanks to its role as a
global capital of fashion and culture. Have some free time in the center of the city where you
can see world’s oldest shopping mall, the Galleria Vittorio Emanuele I and Duomo, Cathedral of
Milan. Later we check-in to our hotel for overnight stay.
- Breakfast: Yes
- Lunch: Yes
- Dinner: Yes
Day 10: Italy - Switzerland
Early morning, we depart for Switzerland. We continue on the motorway before crossing the Swiss border,
passing spectacular scenery around the lake regions of Como and Lugano. We make a brief photo-stop
near Lake Lugano, before driving north through the Gotthard tunnel. Continuing our journey, we check-in
at our hotel for a three-night stay.
- Breakfast: Yes
- Lunch: Yes
- Dinner: Yes
Day 11: Switzerland: Lucerne - Mount Titlis
This morning we visit the town of Lucerne to see the Chapel Bridge. Enjoy some free time. We then drive
through the Swiss alpine region and the winding mountain roads to the valley of Engelberg, where we begin
our ascent to board the world’s first revolving cable car, reaching the peak of 10,000 feet and the highest
viewpoint in central Switzerland – Mount Titlis (weather permitting). Visit the Glacier Grotto or enjoy a
breath-taking panorama from the sun terrace. You can also take a ‘cliff-walk’ along Europe’s highest
suspension bridge. Later, we begin our descent and proceed to Lucerne to see the Lion Monument. After
dinner, we return to our hotel.
- Breakfast: Yes
- Lunch: Yes
- Dinner: Yes
Day 12: Switzerland: Jungfraujoch - Interlaken
Today, we first drive to Lauterbrunnen (or Grindelwald Grund), where we board the train for the scenic
journey to Jungfraujoch – Top of Europe, the highest railway station in Europe at 3,454 metres (weather
permitting). Visit the Ice Palace with ice sculptures or enjoy the panoramic views from the Sphinx Terrace.
In the afternoon, we begin our descent to the picturesque town of Interlaken, the scene of many
“Bollywood” films, where you have some time to browse through the shops. We return to our hotel after
dinner
- Breakfast: Yes
- Lunch: Yes
- Dinner: Yes
Day 13: Switzerland – France: Paris
Early morning, we leave the Swiss Alps behind us. Once into France, we join the super-fast highways,
driving past vineyards and mustard fields. Continue onto Paris, one of the most exciting and popular cities
of Europe, renowned for its fashion, perfumes, and of course the most talked about French champagne and
wines. On arrival in Paris, enjoy an amazing cruise (*) on the River Seine – admire the spectacular facades
from your covered boat
- Breakfast: Yes
- Lunch: Yes
- Dinner: Yes
Day 14: France: Paris
Today we proceed to Versailles, to visit the magnificent Gardens at the Palace of Versailles, the former
residence of the famous “Sun King”. This afternoon on our orientation tour of Paris, we will be introduced
to the main sights (outside view) of this beautiful city: Hôtel des Invalides, Place de la Concorde, Opéra
National de Paris, the Louvre Museum, Arc de Triomphe and Avenue des Champs-Élysées, the beautiful
boulevard known for its cinemas, cafés, and luxury shops, where you can enjoy some free time (duration
is time permitting). We also visit a French perfumery for shopping.
- Breakfast: Yes
- Lunch: Yes
- Dinner: Yes
Day 15: France: Paris – Calais - Ferry – U.K.: Dover – London
Today we visit the third floor of the Eiffel Tower to witness a spectacular panoramic view of the city. Early
afternoon we depart and journey north for Calais to board the ferry for the return channel crossing. On
arrival at Dover port, we proceed to London, check-in at our hotel for an overnight stop.
- Breakfast: Yes
- Lunch: Yes
- Dinner: No
Day 16: U.K.: London – Check-out from Hotel
This morning check-out of the Hotel. Tour Ends.
- Breakfast: Yes
- Lunch: No
- Dinner: No
Tour Highlights
- LONDON: Panoramic Tour, Madame Tusade & London Eye, Change of Guards & Swami Narayan Temple.
- BRUSSELS: See the Atomium (photo stop) & Mannekin Pis; visit the Grand Place
- AMSTERDAM: Keukenhof Gardens.
- COLOGNE: Visit the Gothic Cathedral – “Dom”
- AUSTRIA: Visit to Swarovski Crystal Worlds; visit Innsbruck – see the Hofburg and Goldenes Dachl
- VENICE: Boat ride to Venice; visit St. Mark’s Square – see the Bridge of Sighs, Doges Palace and the Basilica di San Marco& Gondola Ride Included
- PISA: Visit Field of Miracles – see the Cathedral, and Leaning Tower
- ROME: Guided City Tour to see Piazza Venezia, Colosseum and Arch of Constantine
- VATICAN CITY: Visit to St. Peter’s Basilica and Square
- MILIN: Panoramic Tour & Ferrari Museum & Shopping time.
- SWITZERLAND: Visit Lucerne and Interlaken; visit Mount Titlis; visit Jungfraujoch – Top of Europe
- PARIS: River Seine Cruise, visit to the Gardens at the Palace of Versailles; Orientation Tour of Paris; visit a French Perfumery; visit to third floor of the Eiffel Tower
Tour Prices 2024 (USD)
| Price | |
|---|---|
| Adult | $2,995 |
| Single Person | $3,865 |
Adult cost based on Twin/ Double / Triple occupancy rate.
Tour Departure Dates: 2024
| Month | Dates | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| April | 28 | |||
| May | 05 | |||
Inclusions - Tour Includes
- 14 nights at First Class Hotels with private facilities
- Meal Plan is indicated at the bottom of your daily itinerary
- Return channel crossings by Ferry or Eurotunnel Le Shuttle
- Return transportation by deluxe air-conditioned Coach
- All sightseeing, entrances and excursions as mentioned in the Itinerary
- All tips and service charges
Exclusions - Tour does not include
- International flights.
- Tips ($ 5.00 per person per day)
- Any Kind of personal expense.
