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European Highlights End Paris
European Highlights End Paris
Amsterdam
Heidelberg, Germany
A Trafalgar Coach
$2250
European Highlights End Paris
7 Days Starting in Amsterdam, Netherlands and ending in Paris, France
Visiting: Amsterdam, Heidelberg, Lucerne, Paris
Tour operator:
Tour code:
EHIGZN20
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
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Tour Overview
Embark on a captivating journey through Europe with the "European Highlights End Paris" tour, exploring the vibrant cultures and stunning landscapes of Holland, Germany, Switzerland, and France. Begin your adventure in Amsterdam with a scenic canal cruise, then traverse the picturesque Rhineland and visit the historic town of Heidelberg. Experience the enchanting Black Forest and the majestic Rhine Falls before indulging in a sustainable chocolate experience in Lucerne. Discover the iconic landmarks of Paris, including the Eiffel Tower and Notre Dame Cathedral, and enjoy the scenic beauty of the Burgundy Wine Region. With luxury transportation, cherry-picked accommodations, and expert guidance, this tour offers a perfect blend of cultural immersion and breathtaking sights, ensuring an unforgettable European experience.
Must-see Highlights
- Explore Paris
- Discover Amsterdam and Lucerne
- Visit the Rhine Falls in Schaffhausen and a cuckoo clock factory in the Black Forest
- View the Lion Monument and the Chapel Bridge in Lucerne, the Champs-Élysées, the Eiffel Tower, the Arc de Triomphe and Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris
- See the Lorelei Rock and the vineyards of Burgundy in France
- Scenic Cruise along the canals of Amsterdam and the Rhine River
Make Travel Matter®
Lucerne: Visit Max Chocolatier's boutique, an ethical chocolate experience, to learn why sustainable and fair trade chocolate tastes better. Leave with the knowledge of why ethical chocolate makes a difference and a gift of Swiss chocolate to nibble on. Your visit supports United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 12: Responsible Production and Consumption.
Be My Guest
Rhineland: On this Be My Guest experience you’ll enjoy a tour of the family-owned Weingut Wehweck vineyard, followed by dinner. The vineyard was founded in 1955 and is currently headed up by the third generation of the family, Herr Philipp Wehweck.
Itinerary
Day 1: Welcome to Amsterdam
Location: Amsterdam
Accommodation: Mercure City
Accommodation Name: Mercure City
Meals Included: Dinner
Welcome to the colorful city of Amsterdam. Explore this city of bicycles and boats before joining your Travel Director and fellow travelers this evening, on a scenic canal cruise including a light dinner and drinks.
Day 2: Enjoy a Scenic Cruise in the Rhineland Connect with Locals
Location: Heidelberg
Accommodation: Grand Europe
Accommodation Name: IntercityHotel Heidelberg
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Journey through Germany where you’ll board a river cruise to St. Goar then head to the old university town of Heidelberg, with its impressive Renaissance structures, Baroque Old Town and views of the ruined red sandstone castle. Tonight, enjoy a Be My Guest experience where you’ll Connect With Locals over dinner at the family-owned Weingut Wehweck vineyard. Currently headed up by the third generation of the family, Herr Philipp Wehweck
Day 3: Journey Through the Black Forest to Lucerne Dive Into Culture
Location: Lucerne
Accommodation: Grand Europe
Accommodation Name: Grand Europe
Meals Included: Breakfast
Delve into a world of legends and fairy tales today as you enter the enchanting Black Forest. Here, you’ll Dive Into Culture and witness the fine craft of cuckoo clock making. Cross the Swiss border, admiring the exquisite alpine setting before visiting the dramatic Rhine Falls in Schaffhausen, the largest waterfall in Europe. Enjoy a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience at Max Chocolatier's boutique to learn about why sustainable and fair trade chocolate tastes better. Enjoy a gift of swiss chocolate to nibble on. Later, arrive on the shores of Lake Lucerne where you will stay for the next two nights.
Day 4: Explore Lucerne
Location: Lucerne
Accommodation: Pullman La Défense
Accommodation Name: Grand Europe
Meals Included: Breakfast
Soak up the lakeside atmosphere before your morning orientation begins. Cross the solid wooden Chapel Bridge, visit the solemn Lion Monument, commemorating the massacre of the Swiss Guards in 1792 and spend your afternoon shopping in the Old Town for Swiss souvenirs and chocolates. Consider an Optional Experience ascending the surrounding mountains for panoramic alpine views, wander along the tranquil lake shore or stroll around the city admiring the decorative signposts and ornate façades lining the city's streets.
Day 5: Off Through the Burgundy Wine Region to Paris
Location: Paris
Accommodation: Pullman La Défense
Accommodation Name: Novotel Paris Belleville
Meals Included: Breakfast
See the changing landscape as you travel into France through Alsace and cross the Maginot Line. Admire the scenic Burgundy Wine Region, famous for its delicious Chardonnay and Pinot Noir grape varieties, before arriving in Paris. Indulge in a free evening to explore the grand boulevards of the French capital. Experience the pageantry of Paris first-hand and opt for an Optional Experience to a Parisian Cabaret.
Day 6: Explore Magical Paris
Location: Paris
Accommodation Name: Novotel Paris Belleville
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Join a Local Specialist today and delve into the artistic and historic treasures of Paris, including views of the elegant Champs-Élysées, the Arc de Triomphe and the Eiffel Tower. View Notre Dame Cathedral and enjoy a stroll through the Latin Quarter. This afternoon, amble through the city’s stylish gardens, avenues and lanes, admiring the sophisticated atmosphere. Later this evening, enjoy dinner with our travel companions and Travel Director.
Day 7: Farewell Paris
Location: Paris
Meals Included: Breakfast
After breakfast, say a fond au revoir to your fellow travelers and Travel Director.
What's Included
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An expert Travel Director and professional Driver
The tour includes the services of an expert Travel Director and a professional Driver.
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Cherry-picked hotels, all tried and trusted
Accommodation is provided in cherry-picked hotels that are tried and trusted.
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All porterage and restaurant gratuities
All porterage and restaurant gratuities are included in the tour.
What's Not Included
Insurance
Travel insurance is not included in the tour package.
Dining Summary
Dive Into Culture
Dive into Culture
Iconic Experience
Check out our Q&As
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What unique cultural experiences are included in the tour?
The tour includes a visit to a cuckoo clock factory in the Black Forest where you can witness the craft of clock making. Additionally, there is a 'Be My Guest' experience at the family-owned Weingut Wehweck vineyard in the Rhineland, where you will enjoy a tour and dinner.
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What is the 'Make Travel Matter' experience in Lucerne?
In Lucerne, the 'Make Travel Matter' experience involves visiting Max Chocolatiers boutique, where you will learn about sustainable and fair trade chocolate. You will meet a team member to understand why ethical chocolate tastes better and leave with a gift of Swiss chocolate.
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What kind of transportation is provided during the tour?
The tour provides transportation in a luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi available in most countries. Alternative transportation such as rail journeys may also be used.
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What meals are included in the tour package?
The tour package includes breakfast daily and up to half of your evening meals. Specifically, there are 6 breakfasts and 3 dinners included.
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What are some of the key sights and activities in Paris during the tour?
In Paris, you will explore artistic and historic treasures with a Local Specialist, including views of the Champs-Élysées, the Arc de Triomphe, and the Eiffel Tower. You will also view Notre Dame Cathedral and have the opportunity to stroll through the Latin Quarter.
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What is the starting and ending point of the tour?
The tour starts in Amsterdam and ends in Paris.
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Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?
The beauty of taking a guided holiday with us is that you’ll have the opportunity to meet and travel with people from all over the globe.
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What policies are in place for Covid-19?
Vaccination against Covid-19 is not mandatory to travel with Trafalgar. However, we strongly recommend that guests are vaccinated before travelling. Please note that airlines and/or other authorities may have different requirements. It is the guest's responsibility to comply with these requirements at all times.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
Since 1947
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What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
Trafalgar is a founding partner of the TreadRight Foundation, a not-for-profit organisation established in 2008. So far, the charity has donated more than US$2 million to help underprivileged communities and support sustainable tourism around the world.
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
Yes
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