European Highlights End Paris

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European Highlights End Paris

7 Days Starting in Amsterdam, Netherlands and ending in Paris, France

Visiting: Amsterdam, Heidelberg, Lucerne, Paris

Tour operator:

Trafalgar

Tour code:

WHILN20

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Physical rating:

Low

Tour operated in:

English

From: $2095 $1817 Operator discount: -$219 Tourhub's Big Adventure Sale: -$59 -13%

NB: Prices correct on 05-Dec-2024 but subject to change.

Tour Overview

Embark on a captivating journey through Europe with the "European Highlights End Paris" tour. Begin your adventure in the vibrant city of Amsterdam, where you'll enjoy a scenic canal cruise. Travel through Germany's picturesque Rhine Valley, explore the enchanting Black Forest, and witness the majestic Rhine Falls. In Switzerland, discover the charming city of Lucerne, with its iconic Chapel Bridge and Lion Monument. Experience the beauty of the Burgundy Wine Region as you make your way to the romantic city of Paris. Here, you'll marvel at the Eiffel Tower, Champs-Élysées, and Notre Dame Cathedral. Enjoy exclusive experiences like a Be My Guest dinner in Germany and an ethical chocolate tasting in Lucerne. With expert guidance, comfortable accommodations, and delightful meals, this tour offers a perfect blend of culture, history, and scenic beauty.

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 Chocolatiers boutique’, an ethical chocolate experience. Meet a member of the team to understand why sustainable and fair trade chocolate taste’s 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

: Enjoy German hospitality when you join an exclusive Be My Guest dinner with your fellow travel companions.

Places You'll See

Palace Of Versailles

The Eiffel Tower

Itinerary

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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: Leonardo

Accommodation Name: Leonardo

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

Journey through Germany's Rhine Valley, boarding a cruise past terraced vineyards, historic towns and medieval castles to St. Goar. The old university town of Heidelberg is our next stop, with its impressive Renaissance structures, Baroque Old Town and view of the ruined red sandstone castle that towers above the city. Then we head to our Be My Guest experience where you’ll Connect With Locals over dinner at the family-owned Weingut Wehweck vineyard. Currently owned by the third generation of the family, Herr Philipp Wehweck.

Day 3: Journey Through The Black Forest To Lucerne Dive Into Culture

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Location: Lucerne

Accommodation: Astoria

Accommodation Name: Astoria

Meals Included: Breakfast

Delve into a world of legends and fairy-tales today as you enter the enchanting Black Forest. Here, we’ll Dive Into Culture and witness the fine craft of cuckoo clock making, before visiting the dramatic Rhine Falls at Schaffhausen, the largest waterfall in Europe. We cross the Swiss border, admiring the exquisite alpine setting and arrive on the shores of Lake Lucerne where we will stay for the next two nights.

Day 4: Explore Lucerne

Location: Lucerne

Accommodation: Astoria

Accommodation Name: Astoria

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: Renaissance La Défense

Accommodation Name: Renaissance La Défense

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: Renaissance La Défense

Accommodation Name: Renaissance La Défense

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 or consider joining an Optional Experience to the exquisite Palace of Versailles. 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

An expert Travel Director and professional Driver

The tour includes the services of an expert Travel Director and a professional driver.
Cherry-picked hotels, all tried and trusted

Accommodation is provided in carefully selected hotels that are tried and trusted.
All porterage and restaurant gratuities

Porterage and gratuities at restaurants are included in the tour package.
All hotel tips, charges and local taxes

Hotel tips, charges, and local taxes are covered in the tour.
Breakfast daily and up to half of your evening meals

Daily breakfast and up to half of the evening meals are included.
Must-see sightseeing and surprise extras

The tour includes must-see sightseeing opportunities and surprise extras.
Audio headsets for flexible sightseeing

Audio headsets are provided for flexible sightseeing experiences.
Luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries or alternative transportation

Travel is provided in a luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries or alternative transportation such as rail journeys.
Optional Experiences and free time

The tour offers optional experiences and free time for personal exploration.

What's Not Included

Personal expenses

Personal expenses such as souvenirs, additional meals, and drinks are not included.
Travel insurance

Travel insurance is not included and should be arranged separately.
Flights

Flights to and from the starting and ending locations of the tour are not included.
Visa fees

Visa fees, if applicable, are not included in the tour package.

Dining Summary

3 Dinner (D)6 Breakfast (B)

Dive Into Culture

Black Forest: Watch as skilled craftsman capture the distinctive sound of the cuckoo demonstrating the centuries' old craft of clock making in the Black Forest.

Mode of Transport

Travel in style with a luxury air-conditioned coach equipped with Wi-Fi in most countries, offering a seamless journey through the Netherlands, Germany, Switzerland, and France, with scenic cruises along Amsterdam's canals and the Rhine River.

Accommodation

Stay in comfort at cherry-picked hotels like Mercure City in Amsterdam, Leonardo in Heidelberg, Astoria in Lucerne, and Renaissance La Défense in Paris, ensuring a trusted and pleasant experience throughout your journey.

Check out our Q&As

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 traditional craft of clock making. Additionally, there is an ethical chocolate experience at 'Max Chocolatiers boutique' in Lucerne, where you learn about sustainable and fair trade chocolate.
What kind of dining experiences can I expect on this tour?

You will enjoy a 'Be My Guest' dinner with German hospitality at a family-owned vineyard in Heidelberg. The tour also includes a scenic canal cruise in Amsterdam with a light dinner and drinks.
Are there any optional experiences available during the tour?

Yes, there are optional experiences such as ascending the mountains surrounding Lucerne for panoramic views and visiting a Parisian Cabaret. You can also opt for a visit to the Palace of Versailles while in Paris.
What are some of the key sights and activities in Paris during the tour?

In Paris, you will explore the Champs-Élysées, the Arc de Triomphe, the Eiffel Tower, and Notre Dame Cathedral. You will also have the opportunity to stroll through the Latin Quarter and enjoy the city's gardens and avenues.
What is the significance of the Lion Monument in Lucerne?

The Lion Monument in Lucerne commemorates the massacre of the Swiss Guards in 1792. It is one of the key sights you will visit during your time in Lucerne.

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.
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.
How long has the tour company been trading?

Since 1947
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.
Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?

Yes

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