Majestic Europe End Amsterdam

Visit Europe

Day 1

Welcome to Rome

Explore this imperial city of emperors and senators, gods and goddesses, before joining your companions and Travel Director later for a welcome Dinner and glimpse into what lies in store during our tour.

Day 2

Ancient Rome and the Vatican City

Join a Local Specialist to delve into the centre of Christianity - the Vatican City.

Visit St. Peter's Basilica, then cross the Tiber for views of the Roman Forum and Circus Maximus, once home to exhilarating chariot races. The rest of the day is yours to explore the city's history and culture that span almost two millennia. Admire the Spanish Steps, shop up a storm on the Via del Corso or toss a coin in the Trevi Fountain to secure your speedy return to Rome. Enjoy an afternoon of sightseeing on your terms.

Day 3

Onwards to Venice Connect with Locals

We journey across the Tuscan countryside bound for Venice, the 'Queen of the Adriatic'.

The city’s canals and bridges beckon, but not before we Connect With Locals at lunch amidst the olive groves and vineyards of Tuscany for a Be My Guest experience that will linger long after you’ve left.

Day 4

Cruise the Canals of Venice Make Travel Matter

Witness the centuries-old tradition of Venetian glassmaking during your MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience at one of the city’s last remaining studios.

You’ll watch spellbound as the master craftsmen shape the molten glass the same way their forefathers once did to create the delicate works of art that adorn homes all over the world. Inspired by the talent and skill of these glassblowers, you’ll want to buy a souvenir to remind you of this very special experience. Next, take to the water and cruise by private launch to the gateway of Venice, St. Mark's Square. Join your Travel Director to see the iconic and unexpected highlights of the city - the ornate Doge's Palace and Bridge of Sighs, St. Mark's Basilica and the Campanile with its five bells. The rest of the day is yours to enjoy the sights and sounds of this Byzantine treasure. Cross the Rialto bridge, enjoy a sunset over the Grand Canal or ascend the Campanile for panoramic views.

Day 5

On the Road to Vienna

A scenic drive from Italy to Austria takes us through the Carnic Alps to the imperial capital of Vienna, where we'll spend the next two nights exploring a city famous for its musical heritage and elegance.

Day 6

Explore Vibrant Vienna

Join your Local Specialist this morning to explore the sights, including views of the famous Opera House, Stadtpark, Parliament, Imperial Boulevards and Hofburg Palace, once home to the powerful Habsburg Dynasty.

Spend the rest of the day delving into Vienna's cosy coffee culture, perhaps visit the exquisite Schönbrunn Palace or discover the harmonies of the world's music capital, enjoying one of the city's many musical performances.

Day 7

Journey to Prague

Leave the song of Vienna behind, bound for Prague, the 'Golden City of a Hundred Spires'.

Traversing the lush landscapes of Slovakia, we arrive in the capital, Bratislava, with its eclectic Gothic, Baroque and Art Deco architecture. There’s time for an orientation with your Travel Director and lunch, perhaps an opportunity to sample the local bryndzové halyšky potato dumplings. Arriving in Prague this afternoon, you’ll want to get right into the heart of this fairy-tale city.

Day 8

Discover Prague’s Sights

Join your Local Specialist this morning to explore the jewels of Prague's Castle District and Old Town.

You'll stroll around the Old Town Square and see the 15th-century Astronomical Clock with its mesmerising Walk of the Apostles. Spend your afternoon exploring Prague your way, tracking down the city's quirky side, from its famous wall of peace to one of the world's narrowest streets at just 50cm wide. Don't forget to stop and sample a steaming street food favourite, trdelník.

Day 9

Off to Munich

You may be tempted to stay in this enchanting city, but Munich promises its own adventures.

First stop today however is the UNESCO-listed town of Regensburg with its beautifully preserved medieval centre. Spend some time getting lost in centuries of history, perhaps sampling some of the local Regensburger Wurst. Then it's time to continue to the Bavarian capital of Munich, where we'll see the Glockenspiel and Marienplatz on an orientation with our Travel Director. The afternoon is free to explore before we have dinner at our hotel.

Day 10

Uncover Liechtenstein and Lucerne

We leave Germany for Switzerland, stopping in the Liechtenstein capital of Vaduz.

We continue to Lucerne, our home for the next two nights.

Day 11

Delve into Lucerne’s Treasures

Pay tribute to the brave Swiss Guards who lost their lives defending King Louis XVI in the French Revolution and see the famous mournful Lion Monument.

Walk along the wooden Chapel Bridge and admire its decorative ceiling. Then spend the rest of the day admiring the colourful façades of the Old Town or join an Optional Experience to one of the surrounding peaks.

Day 12

Enjoy a Scenic Cruise in the Rhineland

View the ruins of Heidelberg Castle perched above the Neckar River and board a relaxing cruise down the mighty Rhine from St.

Goar to Boppard – fantasy castles and hillside vineyards line your scenic journey.

Day 13

Onwards to Cologne and Amsterdam

Admire the tall twin Gothic spires of the Cologne Cathedral this morning, before crossing into the Netherlands and on to Amsterdam where we spend the next two nights.

Sit under the leafy canopy at Leidseplein indulging in Dutch beer and kroketten, hire a bike and hit the city's tree-lined streets or bask in the warm glow and gezelligheid of one of the city's renowned bruin cafés.

Day 14

Explore Amsterdam

Enjoy an orientation of Amsterdam and spend the rest of the day exploring the city on foot, by bike or tram.

Consider delving into the tragic story of Anne Frank, admire the works of Van Gogh or people-watch in Vondelpark. This evening enjoy a Farewell Dinner with your travel companions on board a glass-top boat. Cruise through the city's canals looking up at the centuries-old gabled façades for which Amsterdam is so famous.

Day 15

Farewell Amsterdam

After breakfast, it’s time to say a fond farewell to your fellow travellers and Travel Director as you return home with wonderful memories.

Dining Summary

4 Dinner (D)

14 Breakfast (B)

1 Lunch (L)

Be My Guest

Florence: Eight generations of history with plenty of stories to tell. Enjoy a traditional Be My Guest lunch with the Landi family at their home near Florence, set within a garden of oak trees against the backdrop of Tuscan vineyards and olive groves.

Iconic Experience

Vatican: Visit Vatican City and tour St. Peter's Basilica with a Local Specialist. Witness the early genius of Michelangelo as you take in the Pietà.

Rome: Experience Rome through the eyes of a local, as a passionate Roman guides you past the city's most iconic sites.

Tuscany: View the stunning landscape of Tuscany on your drive today. 

Venice: An introductory orientation of Venice reveals the famed canals and labrinthine streets of this eminent city.

Carnic Alps: Remarkable geography sets the stage today as your travels continue through the Carnic Alps. 

Vienna: Walk through the first district, Inner Stadt, as your Local Specialist reveals the historic core of the city. Tour the Ring Road to see the Hofburg Imperial Residence, Opera House, Parliament Building and Karlskirche.

Bratislava: Explore Bratislava's city centre. Take a walk through the charming squares and see the iconic Michael Tower.

Prague: Led by your Local Specialist, explore the delightful Old Town Square and see the detailed Astronomical Clock that attracts onlookers each hour.

Regensburg: Visit Regensburg and explore this enchanting UNESCO-listed town at your leisure. 

Munich: During your orientation of the city with your Travel Director, see Feldherrnhalle in the Odeonsplatz, the Palace of the Dukes of Wittelsbach, the English Garden, the Hofbräuhaus, St. Peter's Church and the famous Marienplatz.

Vaduz: Explore Vaduz and admire the Royal family's residence, Vaduz Castle, which overlooks the capital.

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.

Heidelberg: See the magnificent castle built in red sandstone, overlooking the Student Prince’s town. 

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.

Cologne Cathedral: The towering Cathedral of Cologne is an impressive introduction to this riverside city. 

Amsterdam: Cruise along the old waterways with your Travel Director and fellow travellers. Discover the architectural gems of the old city, including mansions dating from the Golden Age of the 17th Century.

Amsterdam: Led by your Travel Director, wander the city to see the floating flower market, Dam Square and the Royal Palace.

MAKE TRAVEL MATTER®

Venice: Learn about the history and ancient skill of Venetian glassblowing, playing your role in ensuring the survival of this traditional craft through your visit.

Must-see Highlights

: Explore Rome, Vienna and Prague with a Local Specialist

: Discover Venice, Bratislava, Regensburg, Munich, Vaduz - the capital of Liechtenstein, Lucerne, Heidelberg, Cologne and Amsterdam

: Visit St. Peter's Basilica in Rome and a glassblowing factory in Venice

: View the ancient sites of Rome, the Opera House and Hofburg Palace in Vienna, the Lion Monument and Chapel Bridge in Lucerne and the ruins of Heidelberg Castle

: See the Lorelei Rock in the Rhine Valley and Cologne Cathedral

: Scenic Cruise by private launch to St. Mark's Square in Venice, along the Rhine River and through Amsterdam's canals

Whats Included

: An expert Travel Director and professional Driver

: Cherry-picked hotels, all tried and trusted

: All porterage and restaurant gratuities

: All hotel tips, charges and local taxes

: Breakfast daily and up to half of your evening meals

: Must-see sightseeing and surprise extras

: Audio headsets for flexible sightseeing

: Luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries or alternative transportation (such as rail journeys)

: Optional Experiences and free time

: On occasion, hotels of similar standard and location may be utilised.

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