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European Highlights With Eurostar Extension
Short on time, but want a jam-packed adventure filled with European Highlights? Cruise down the Rhine River, savor a banquet in a castle and catch your breath as you see the lights of Paris. You'll return home with more than Swiss chocolate in your luggage.
Included With Your Trip
- 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
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Welcome to Amsterdam
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.
Hotel: Mercure City
Enjoy a Scenic Cruise in the Rhineland Connect with Locals
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.
Hotel: Leonardo
Journey through the Black Forest to Lucerne Dive Into Culture
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.
Hotel: Astoria
Explore Lucerne
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 facades lining the city's streets.
Hotel: Astoria
Off Through the Burgundy Wine Region to Paris
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.
Hotel: Renaissance La Defense
Explore Magical Paris
Join a Local Specialist today and delve into the artistic and historic treasures of Paris, including views of the elegant Champs-Elysees, 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.
Hotel: Renaissance La Defense
Catch the Eurostar to London
Transfers are provided to Paris Gare du Nord station, where you'll board the Eurostar train to London. The journey time to London St. Pancras International is 2 hours and 20 minutes.
Hotel: Park Plaza Riverbank
Journey Home
Enjoy an English breakfast at the end of your holiday.
Departure Dates
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Start: March 3, 2025 End: March 10, 2025 Price: $2,525 pp | Land Only Price My Trip |
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Start: March 17, 2025 End: March 24, 2025 Price: $2,595 pp | Land Only Price My Trip |
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