Desired Europe
Desired Europe
$2420
Desired Europe
16 Days Starting in Prague, Czech Republic and ending in Rome, Italy
Visiting: Prague, Frankfurt, Amsterdam, Bruges, Paris, Lyon, Zurich, Milan, Rome
Tour operator:
Tour code:
2501935
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
36 - 72
Age range:
3-85
Tour operated in:
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Tour Overview
Embark on the "Desired Europe" tour, a captivating journey through the heart of Europe, visiting seven enchanting countries. Begin in Prague, exploring its historic Old Town and majestic castle, before cruising the Vltava River. Discover the charm of Pilsen and Rothenburg, then cruise the scenic Rhine to Cologne. In the Netherlands, visit the picturesque villages of Zaanse Schans, Volendam, and Marken, and enjoy a panoramic tour of Amsterdam. Experience the medieval allure of Bruges, the romance of Paris with visits to Montmartre and the Eiffel Tower, and the serene beauty of Lake Zurich. Continue through Switzerland's stunning landscapes, including Lucerne and Grindelwald, before crossing into Italy. Explore the cultural treasures of Milan, Pisa, and Rome, with highlights like the Leaning Tower and Vatican City. This tour offers a perfect blend of sightseeing, cultural experiences, and breathtaking scenery, ensuring an unforgettable European adventure.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Prague
Location: Prague
Accommodation Name: hotel
Welcome to Prague! Upon arriving at the airport, we’ll transfer you to your hotel. Check the information boards in the hotel reception area for details about the welcome meeting with your guide. In the evening, we’ll transfer you to the Old Town Square, a lively area bustling with tourist activity. You can enjoy dinner at one of the many restaurants offering a variety of international cuisines, including Czech, Chinese, Indian, and Italian. Afterward, there will be a return transfer to the hotel.
Day 2 : Prague
Location: Prague
Accommodation Name: hotel
Today, we’ll visit the capital, Prague, the Baroque jewel of Europe. Our local tour guide will lead an informative panoramic tour, highlighting the city’s most outstanding monuments. During the tour, there will be a visit to Prague Castle (admission included). After that, enjoy a boat ride on the Vltava River (included). In the afternoon, you’ll have free time to explore the city on your own.
Day 3 : Prague, Pilsen, Rothenburg, Frankfurt
Location: Frankfurt
Accommodation Name: hotel
We’ll depart early from Prague and stop in Pilsen, in western Bohemia, a city renowned for its beer. You’ll have time to stroll through its historic center, where you’ll find the Old Town Square, the cathedral, the Plague Column, and a Renaissance-era town hall. We’ll then cross into Germany and follow part of the Romantic Road. We’ll visit Rothenburg, a town that seems to come straight out of a fairy tale and is considered one of the most beautiful villages in the country. Afterward, we’ll head to Frankfurt, the financial capital of Germany. After our arrival in the evening, enjoy free time in the historic city center, where you’ll find a wide variety of restaurants offering Indian, Asian, Italian, and international cuisines.
Day 4 : Frankfurt, Cruise On The Rhine, Cologne, Amsterdam
Location: Amsterdam
Accommodation Name: hotel
Today, we’ll take a scenic cruise on the Rhine between the villages of Rüdesheim and St. Goar, the river’s most picturesque section. After that, we’ll travel to Cologne, known for its immense Gothic cathedral. Then, we’ll head to Holand, arriving in Amsterdam in the evening.
Day 5 : Amsterdam
Location: Amsterdam
Accommodation Name: hotel
Today, we’ll be visiting some very picturesque spots - the Holland of our dreams. We’ll start by visiting Zaanse Schans, known for its windmills, canals, and houses. Next, we’ll explore Volendam, a picturesque fishing village. A short boat trip from Volendam will take us to Marken, an island connected to the mainland by a dike, where the houses are built on stilts. Afterward, we’ll head to Amsterdam for a panoramic tour of the city, including its narrow canals, official buildings, and parks. We’ll also see a diamond-cutting demonstration. At the end of the day, we´ll provide a transfer to the lively city center, an area with many restaurants to choose from.
Day 6 : Amsterdam, Bruges, Paris
Location: Bruges
Accommodation Name: hotel
We will head to Bruges, a charming medieval city often called the "Venice of the North" because of its scenic canals. The city offers a magical atmosphere with its cobblestone streets, historic buildings, and romantic bridges. If you’d like, you can climb the Belfry Tower for stunning views. How about trying some Belgian chocolate? Or perhaps you´d prefer a local craft beer? We will then continue our journey to Paris, arriving by the end of the day.
Day 7 : Paris
Location: Paris
Accommodation Name: hotel
We’ll immerse ourselves in the rich history of France at the magnificent Palace of Versailles (admission not included), renowned for its stunning gardens. On our return to Paris, we’ll visit Montmartre, where a cable car (included) will take us up to this charming bohemian neighborhood, famous for its artists, painters, and cabarets. To fully appreciate the grandeur of Paris, we’ll embark on a panoramic city tour with a local guide, showcasing the city’s impressive avenues and iconic monuments. Afterward, we’ll return to the hotel. For those interested, there is an optional variety show in the evening.​
Day 8 : Paris
Location: Paris
Accommodation Name: hotel
We’ll start our day in central Paris, beginning with a visit to the iconic Eiffel Tower. You´ll have the chance to go up to the second floor of this famous iron landmark (tickets included). Afterwards, we’ll enjoy a relaxing boat cruise along the Seine, which will last approximately one hour and fifteen minutes. You’ll have a free afternoon to explore the city at your own pace.Note: If wait times at the Eiffel Tower are too long, we might reschedule the visit to a different time (or on Sunday) for your convenience.
Day 9 : Paris, Burgundy, Beaune, Lyon
Location: Lyon
Accommodation Name: hotel
Today, we’ll journey to the heart of France, passing through the Bourgogne region, renowned for its picturesque vineyards and world-class wines. Our first stop will be Beaune, a charming town in the center of Burgundy known for its flower-filled streets, hospice, and wine museum. After some free time for lunch and a walk, we’ll continue to Lyon, the former capital of Roman Gaul, located on the banks of the Rhône River. Lyon´s historic center is a UNESCO World Heritage site. We’ll take a cable car up to Notre-Dame de Fourvière, where we can enjoy a stunning view of the city. You’ll have some free time to explore at your leisure.Note: In some cases, part of the group will stay in Chambéry, a city near Lyon. In these instances, we’ll travel to Chambéry in the evening for an overnight stay. In the morning, you’ll have time to visit this medieval-style city, the capital de la Saboya, known for its beautiful historic center and impressive castle.
Day 10 : Lyon, Geneva, Zurich
Location: Zurich
Accommodation Name: hotel
Today, we’ll travel to Switzerland. Upon arrival in Geneva, we’ll pass by the Palace of Nations (the European headquarters of the United Nations) and explore the pretty English Garden with its flower clock and admire the Jet d’Eau, the tallest fountain in Europe.After lunch, we’ll continue our journey through Switzerland, traveling along the scenic routes by Lake Geneva and Lake Neuchâtel. We’ll drive along the Three Lakes region, enjoying views of magnificent vineyards set against the mountain backdrop. We’ll stop in Neuchâtel, where you can enjoy a walk by the lake, explore the historic town center, or visit the beautiful 10th-century castle. Our journey will conclude in Zurich, where we’ll arrive in the late afternoon.Note: Depending on the number of passengers traveling from Geneva to Zurich, this part of the trip may be done by train, in which case there will be no stop in Neuchâtel.
Day 11 : Zurich
Location: Zurich
Accommodation Name: hotel
With our guide, we’ll explore Zurich, the most populous city in Switzerland, and its financial and cultural heart. Known for its banks, Zurich has been twice recognized as the city with the best quality of life in the world. Afterwards, we’ll embark on a scenic cruise of nearly two hours on Lake Zurich, with brief stops to enjoy the charming villages along the route. We’ll disembark in Rapperswil, a picturesque village renowned for its medieval castle. We’ll return to Zurich by train, providing an opportunity to experience the efficiency and punctuality of the Swiss railway system.Note: Depending on the number of travelers, transfers to and from the city center may be via public transport.
Day 12 : Zurich, Lucerne, Zurich
Location: Zurich
Accommodation Name: hotel
Meals Included: Lunch
Today´s journey features stunning landscapes with tall mountains and pristine lakes. We’ll enjoy breathtaking scenery in the Interlaken region. Our first stop will be Grindelwald, where we’ll have time for a coffee before taking the cable car up the mountain. Once there, we’ll walk along a winding path leading to a suspended bridge. For those who are adventurous, crossing the bridge offers spectacular views of the surrounding glaciers. We’ll have lunch on the mountain (included) before heading back down. Our next destination is Lucerne, one of Switzerland´s most beautiful cities, where you’ll have time to explore and enjoy the charming cityscape. We’ll then return to Zurich.Note: The guide will offer an optional full-day excursion, starting in the morning. After some free time in Lucerne, we’ll take a rotating cable car to the summit of Mount Titlis. At over 3,000 meters above sea level, the alpine summit offers breathtaking views of the glacier and the Alps.
Day 13 : Zurich, Bellinzona, Como, Milan
Location: Milan
Accommodation Name: hotel
We’ll leave Zurich early in the morning, crossing the Alps to reach the Italian-speaking part of Switzerland. Our first stop will be Bellinzona, renowned for its three medieval castles, which are UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Perched on the hills overlooking the city, these castles highlight Bellinzona´s historical significance as a key alpine stronghold. Enjoy some free time to wander through the charming streets of the center. Next, we´ll enter Italy and stop in the charming town of Como for lunch. This town is considered the jewel of Lombardy, known for its beautiful gardens beside the lake and its spectacular cathedral. We’ll continue to Milan, where our guide will take us to the impressive Piazza del Duomo. You’ll have some time to wander around before we transfer you to the hotel.
Day 14 : Milan, Pisa, Rome
Location: Rome
Accommodation Name: hotel
Today, we’ll continue our journey to Pisa. We´ll ride a small tourist train to the Piazza dei Miracoli (Square of Miracles), where you´ll have time to admire one of the most captivating and beautiful art complexes in Italy, including the famous Leaning Tower of Pisa. Afterwards, we’ll head to Rome, arriving later in the day.
Day 15 : Rome
Location: Rome
Accommodation Name: hotel
In the morning, we’ll enjoy a panoramic tour of Italy’s capital, the Eternal City, one of the oldest and most influential cities in Western civilization. We’ll combine a walking tour with a panoramic bus ride. During the walking tour, we´ll admire the Arch of Constantine, the Colosseum (from the outside), and the impressive Imperial Forums. After that, we’ll continue by bus, exploring this open-air-museum city with majestic basilicas and churches, passing by Tiber Island, Lungotevere Avenue, and Castel Sant´Angelo. The tour will finish at Vatican City, an independent state within Rome and the center of the Catholic Church. The afternoon will be free. We recommend visiting St. Peter’s Basilica and the Vatican Museums.In the evening, we’ll provide a transfer to Trastevere, perfect for a leisurely stroll through its charming, narrow cobblestone streets. This district is rich in hidden gems, from quaint medieval churches and quirky shops selling unique items to everyday scenes of local life. You’ll find many trattorias (casual eating establishments, typically less formal than a ristorante) and osterias (similar to taverns), each exuding Italian charm and ready to serve you authentic local dishes. Additionally, the area offers a variety of restaurants serving Indian, Chinese, and international cuisine. We’ll return to the hotel at the end of the evening.
Day 16 : Rome
Location: Rome
Meals Included: Breakfast
After breakfast, our journey will come to an end, leaving you with wonderful lasting memories.
What's Included
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Airport Transfer
Upon arriving at the airport in Prague, you will be transferred to your hotel.
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Old Town Square Transfer
Evening transfer to the Old Town Square in Prague.
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Prague Castle Admission
Admission to Prague Castle is included during the city tour.
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Vltava River Boat Ride
Enjoy a boat ride on the Vltava River in Prague.
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Scenic Cruise on the Rhine
Take a scenic cruise on the Rhine between Rudesheim and St. Goar.
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Zaanse Schans Visit
Visit Zaanse Schans, known for its windmills, canals, and houses.
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Volendam and Marken Visit
Explore Volendam and take a short boat trip to Marken.
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Amsterdam Panoramic Tour
Panoramic tour of Amsterdam, including a diamond-cutting demonstration.
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Montmartre Cable Car
Cable car ride to Montmartre in Paris.
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Eiffel Tower Tickets
Tickets to the second floor of the Eiffel Tower in Paris.
What's Not Included
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Palace of Versailles Admission
Admission to the Palace of Versailles is not included.
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Optional Variety Show
Optional variety show in Paris is not included.
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Optional Full-Day Excursion
Optional full-day excursion to Mount Titlis is not included.
Mode of Transport
Transportation includes transfers from the airport to the hotel, scenic cruises, and travel by bus and train between various cities and countries.
Accommodation
Stay in comfortable hotels throughout your journey, providing a relaxing retreat after each day's exploration across Europe.
Check out our Q&As
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What type of transportation is included in the tour?
The tour includes transfers from the airport to the hotel, scenic cruises, and travel by bus and train between various cities and countries.
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Are there any meals included during the tour?
Lunch is included on the mountain in Grindelwald during the tour.
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Is admission to the Palace of Versailles included in the tour?
No, admission to the Palace of Versailles is not included in the tour.
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What activities are included in Prague?
In Prague, the tour includes a visit to Prague Castle with admission, a boat ride on the Vltava River, and an evening transfer to the Old Town Square.
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What can I expect during the visit to Amsterdam?
In Amsterdam, you will visit Zaanse Schans, explore Volendam and Marken, and enjoy a panoramic tour of the city including a diamond-cutting demonstration.
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Is there an option to see a variety show in Paris?
Yes, there is an optional variety show available in Paris, but it is not included in the tour.
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What is the itinerary for the day in Zurich?
In Zurich, you will explore the city with a local guide, take a scenic cruise on Lake Zurich with stops at charming villages, and return to Zurich by train.
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What is the final destination of the tour?
The final destination of the tour is Rome, Italy.
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