Splendid Europe - Eurostar Extension, Classic Group
Splendid Europe - Eurostar Extension, Classic Group
Splendid Europe - Eurostar Extension, Classic Group
14 Days Starting in Rome, Italy and ending in London, England
Visiting: Rome, Vatican City, Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel, St. Peter’s Basilica, Venice, Doge’s Palace, Bridge of Sighs, St. Mark's Square, St. Mark’s Basilica, Ljubljana, Maribor, Vienna, Salzburg, Innsbruck, Liechtenstein, Lucerne, Mt Stanserhorn, Rhine Valley, Königswinter, Amsterdam, London
Tour operator:
Tour code:
N915UZN19
Specialist Group:
Family/Kids
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
20 - 40
Age range:
5-99
Special diets catered:
Vegetarians
Tour operated in:
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Tour Overview
Follow in the footsteps of the gladiators as you see the Colosseum in Rome, take in the regal history of the Habsburgs at Schonbrunn Palace in Vienna and see the Rhine Valley sights on the road to Konigswinter, on this 2-week guided tour. From the iconic attractions of Rome and the cultural gems of the Vatican, your expert led voyage sets out across Europe, stopping for sunset cocktails and dinner in Venice, and sightseeing in the Slovenian capital, Ljubljana. In Vienna, enjoy the exclusive Insight Choice of Viennese Waltz dance lessons—set to the tunes of Mozart’s masterpieces, or sample sachertorte at a traditional Viennese café, washed down with a specially selected coffee. End your adventure with a private Rhine Castle visit paired with regional wines and a Celebration Dinner in Amsterdam.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Welcome To The Eternal City Of Rome
Location: Rome
Accommodation: room 007 Select, Rome.
Accommodation Name: Radisson Blu GHR Rome
Meals Included: Dinner with Wine
Welcome to Rome, a glorious city filled with classic antiquities, medieval buildings, renaissance palaces and baroque churches. Transfers depart from Rome's Fiumicino Leonardo da Vinci Airport for your hotel at 09:30, 12:30, 15:30. Relax and settle in before joining your Travel Director and getting to know your fellow travelers over a delicious Welcome Dinner with wine at a local restaurant.
Day 2 : Exploring Papal Rome
Location: Vatican City, Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel, St. Peter’s Basilica
Accommodation: room 007 Select, Rome.
Accommodation Name: Radisson Blu GHR Rome
Meals Included: Breakfast
A Local Expert introduces the grandeur of the city, starting with the Vatican State, the richest community on the world. Visit the Vatican Museums, full of priceless treasures collected by the Popes. Insight provides special VIP, fast-tracked entry to avoid the crowds, together with behind-the-scenes access to the Bramante Staircase - a marvel of Renaissance architecture normally off-limits to the general public. Once inside the Sistine Chapel, admire Michelangelo's famous ceiling. Next door, visit St. Peter’s Basilica to admire Michelangelo's emotive 'Pieta' and see Bernini's intricately carved Papal Altar. The rest of the day is yours to shop in the trendy boutiques or relax at a sidewalk cafe.
Day 3 : Rome At Leisure
Location: Rome
Accommodation: room 007 Select, Rome.
Accommodation Name: Radisson Blu GHR Rome
Meals Included: Breakfast
The day is yours to enjoy Rome at your own pace. Perhaps take an optional experience to the ill-fated town of Pompeii, frozen in time when it was engulfed by an eruption of Vesuvius in 79 AD. Alternatively, spend some time in the boutiques of the Via del Corso, the Via Nazionale or the elegant designer stores near the Spanish Steps? As night falls, why not sip on prosecco at a sidewalk cafe in Piazza Navona - the Living Room of Rome - and enjoy life's pageantry pass by?
Day 4 : Autostrada Del Sole To Venice
Location: Venice
Accommodation: NH Collection Venezia Murano Villa, Venice.
Accommodation Name: Eurostars Residenza Cannaregio
Meals Included: Breakfast
Journey through peaceful Tuscan landscapes, to descend past Bologna into the fertile Valley of the River Po. Arrive at the glorious city of Venice by water taxi and savor a cocktail at sunset whilst you are serenaded by an ensemble of talented musicians, long after the day-trippers have returned to their mainland hotels, before enjoying dinner at a local restaurant.
Day 5 : Venice And The Magic Of La Serenissima
Location: Venice, Doge’s Palace, Bridge of Sighs, St. Mark's Square, St. Mark’s Basilica
Accommodation: NH Collection Venezia Murano Villa, Venice.
Accommodation Name: Eurostars Residenza Cannaregio
Meals Included: Breakfast
Wake up ready to embrace this romantic city. Admire the Doge’s Palace and its adjoining Bridge of Sighs. Join a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience as you witness the skill of glassblowers on a visit to a traditional arts center. before taking a private cruise to St. Mark's Square where St. Mark’s Basilica exudes the city’s former wealth and power.
Day 6 : Venice To Elegant Ljubljana
Location: Venice, Ljubljana
Accommodation: Hotel Lev Ljubljana.
Accommodation Name: Hotel Lev Ljubljana
Meals Included: Breakfast
Depart Venice by water taxi and continue your journey to the Slovenian capital of Ljubljana. A Local Expert shows you Prešeren square with the Triple bridge, baroque Franciscan Church and and the lively banks of Ljubljanica river. Perhaps join an Optional Experience to the tranquil shores of Lake Bled? Ride in a traditional wooden 'pletna' across the turquoise glacial waters towards the tiny island that rises in the middle.
Day 7 : Ljubljana To Vienna
Location: Ljubljana, Maribor, Vienna
Accommodation: Hilton Vienna Park.
Accommodation Name: Hilton Vienna Park or Hilton Vienna Danube Waterfront
Meals Included: Breakfast
Follow the Drava River and cross over the Slovenian border to reach the 700-year-old university town of Maribor. Continue past Graz through Styria’s forested mountains and on to Vienna.
Day 8 : Vienna And The Habsburgs
Location: Vienna
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Hilton Vienna Park or Hilton Vienna Danube Waterfront (dependent on departure date)
Meals Included: Breakfast
In the morning, there is the option to join a private tour of Maria Theresa's Schönbrunn Palace and formal gardens. Later, get your camera ready for a drive around the famous Ring Road. This grand boulevard, built alongside the lines of the old city walls, showcases many of the capitol’s architectural masterpieces, including the Opera House, magnificent Hofburg Imperial Residence and Parliament. Later, join your Local Expert for a walk through Innere Stadt, the first district and historic core of Vienna. Explore Vienna with Insight Choice. Choose to visit to a traditional Viennese café to enjoy local specialties of coffee and Sachertorte. Alternatively, join a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience during an inclusive workshop and take to the floor in a Viennese Waltz dance workshop designed to support the visually impaired community.
Day 9 : Salzburg And On To Innsbruck
Location: Salzburg, Innsbruck
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: AC Hotel Innsbruck
Meals Included: Breakfast
Pass the impressive Benedictine monastery of Melk before reaching the enchanting city of Salzburg, birthplace of Mozart and the iconic musical 'The Sound of Music'. A Local Expert will show you the formal gardens of Mirabell Palace, including the fountains and statues where the 'Do, Re, Mi' scene was filmed. Cross Residence Square with its fountain, where Maria sings 'I Have Confidence' and see the imposing fortress, the immense cathedral and Mozart’s birthplace on the lively Getreidegasse. Perhaps join an excursion to the famous Eagle's Nest? Continue to the mountain ringed Tyrolean capital of Innsbruck to see the Golden Roof and Imperial Palace.
Day 10 : Liechtenstein To Lucerne
Location: Liechtenstein, Lucerne
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Hotel Astoria
Meals Included: Breakfast
Journey past flower-filled meadows and picturesque chalet-style villages to the Principality of Liechtenstein. Spend some time in its tiny capital, Vaduz, then cross into Switzerland and through glorious mountains to lakeside Lucerne. On arrival, visit Lucerne's proud Lion Monument, carved into a limestone cliff and dedicated to the heroic Swiss Guards who died defending King Louis XVI during the French Revolution.
Day 11 : Lucerne And Mt Stanserhorn
Location: Lucerne, Mt Stanserhorn
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Hotel Astoria
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner with Wine
In the morning, explore Mount Stanserhorn on a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience, as an open-top cable car powered by solar panels take you up the summit. Take in the pristine mountain air and, on a clear day, witness views as far as Alsace and the Black Forest in Germany. 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. Upon return to Lucerne, take some time to stroll across the covered Chapel Bridge and see the baroque Jesuit church. The rest of the day is at leisure to shop for fine watches and delectable chocolates. Tonight, enjoy a fine selection of restaurants to choose from for your Dine-Around Evening.
Day 12 : Legends Along The Rhine
Location: Rhine Valley, Königswinter
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Maritim Hotel Königswinter
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner with Wine
Enjoy traveling through Germany and follow the Rhine Valley north to Königswinter.
Day 13 : The Canals Of Amsterdam
Location: Amsterdam
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Grand Hotel Amrâth Amsterdam
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner with Wine
Delight in a private estate viewing of one of the famous Rhineland castles and learn more about these living cultural monuments situated along the Middle Rhine over a glass of wine. Continue your travels to Amsterdam. The best way to see this remarkable city is from the water as you cruise through the canal district, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Admire the elegant merchant houses from the 16th and 17th centuries, their facades are a reflection of when trade flourished during Amsterdam's Golden Age. Relax as you pass stunning gables, beautiful churches and the iconic Magere Brug, better known as the Skinny Bridge. In the evening, toast your adventure and new-found friends during a Celebration Dinner at a local restaurant.
Day 14 : Return To London
Location: Amsterdam, London
Accommodation Name: on
Meals Included: Breakfast
In the morning, travel to Brussels for your high-speed Eurostar train journey. On arrival, you are transferred to your London hotel where your trip ends.
What's Included
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Personal radio headsets
Personal radio headsets give you the freedom to wander during visits to famous highlights, without missing any of your Local Expert's fascinating commentary.
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Hotel and restaurant tips
Hotel and restaurant tips are included - you'll never have to worry about how much to give, nor search for foreign currency. We also include all taxes and porterage charges at hotels.
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Baggage handling
We carry your bags for you and promptly deliver them to your hotel door.
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Insight Flourish
From time to time, your Travel Director will delight you with an Insight Flourish, which is a local specialty representing the destination.
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Complimentary Wi-Fi
Stay connected with friends and family with our complimentary coach and hotel Wi-Fi (where available).
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Transfers
If your arrival and/or departure flights are as per the itinerary start and end dates, then 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 from/to the airport.
What's Not Included
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Flights
International airfare to and from the start and end points of the tour is not included.
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Travel Insurance
Travel insurance is not included and is recommended for all travelers.
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Optional Activities
Any optional experiences not included in the itinerary may incur an additional cost.
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Personal Expenses
Items of a personal nature, including souvenirs, laundry, and additional food and beverages, are not included.
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Transfers
Transfers outside the itinerary start and end dates, or additional nights accommodation not booked through Insight Vacations, are not included.
Mode of Transport
Travel to Brussels for your high-speed Eurostar train journey. On arrival, you are transferred to your London hotel where your trip ends.
Accommodation
Stay at a range of hand-picked hotels such as Radisson Blu GHR Rome, Eurostars Residenza Cannaregio, Hotel Lev Ljubljana, Hilton Vienna Park, Hilton Vienna Danube Waterfront, AC Hotel Innsbruck, Hotel Astoria, Maritim Hotel Konigswinter, and Grand Hotel Amrâth Amsterdam.
Check out our Q&As
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Is there a welcome dinner included?
Yes, there is a Welcome Dinner with fellow travellers at a uniquely Roman local restaurant included in the tour.
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What meals are included in the tour?
The tour includes 5 Dinners with Wine and 12 Breakfasts.
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What type of accommodations can be expected?
Accommodations include a range of hand-picked hotels such as Radisson Blu GHR Rome, Eurostars Residenza Cannaregio, Hotel Lev Ljubljana, Hilton Vienna Park, Hilton Vienna Danube Waterfront, AC Hotel Innsbruck, Hotel Astoria, Maritim Hotel Konigswinter, and Grand Hotel Amrâth Amsterdam.
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What are some of the highlights of the tour?
Highlights of the tour include dinners with wine in various cities, priority access into the Vatican Museums, a private estate viewing of a Rhineland castle, a cruise to St. Mark's Square in Venice, and a journey to the summit of Mount Stanserhorn with a Swiss ranger.
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What is the mode of transport described for the tour?
The tour includes travel to Brussels for a high-speed Eurostar train journey, and also mentions the use of a luxurious, air-conditioned, 40-seat coach with double the standard legroom and onboard washroom for other parts of the tour.
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Is there an age restriction for participants?
The tour does not specify any age minimum or maximum restrictions.
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Are there any boat or cruise excursions included?
Yes, the tour includes a boat/cruise excursion such as a cruise to St. Mark's Square in Venice and a cruise along the old waterways of Amsterdam.
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What is the last day's itinerary?
On the last day, participants travel to Brussels for their high-speed Eurostar train journey. On arrival, they are transferred to the Park Plaza Victoria where the trip ends.
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What countries will the tour visit?
The tour will visit Italy, Slovenia, Austria, Liechtenstein, Switzerland, Germany, and the United Kingdom.
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Are there any activities that support sustainable development goals?
Yes, the tour includes activities that support UN Sustainable Development Goals such as a workshop designed to support the visually impaired community in Vienna, a visit to a traditional glassblowing workshop in Venice that supports the survival of traditional crafts, and a conservation talk by a Swiss ranger on Mount Stanserhorn to learn about local wildlife and flora.
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Can I join the tour once it has departed?
We regret that no refunds can be made for absences from a tour, including experiences such as missed meals or sightseeing.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
Since 1978.
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What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
Insight Vacations is a founding member of the TreadRight Foundation, a joint initiative created by the brands within The Travel Corporation (TTC) almost 15 years ago to ensure our impact through tourism is positive. Our ethos to #MakeTravelMatter guides our decision-making at every level of our business.
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
Yes
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Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?
You have two options as a solo traveller. Either choose to be matched with a same sex partner for a room share - at no extra cost. Or choose a room of your own with a reduced or even free private room upgrade on select tours.
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What policies are in place for Covid-19?
Please contact us for latest COVID-19 policies
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