7 Countries Visited
MUR 39 000 /Adult
Destination: Europe
Duration – 7 Days
Price : As From Mur 39 000
Start point: Amsterdam
End point: Amsterdam
Description:
Summary:
Join us for our 8 day European Vistas tour, where we will introduce you to some of the best holiday destinations across Europe.
Couples, families and singles are all invited to join the fun on this exciting coach adventure. Amsterdam, the Rhine Valley, Venice, Verona, Lucerne, Burgundy, Paris and other summer and winter holidays hotspots are all included in this unforgettable tour.
With clean and comfortable hotels, modern air-conditioned coach transportation and experienced tour leaders, Expat Explore tours are the ideal way to explore this incredible continent. With all the organisation taken care of, you can really enjoy your vacation as you explore all the must see destinations on offer.
DAY 1: Amsterdam
Welcome to the start of your tour! Arriving in Amsterdam, you'll meet your tour at the hotel. Once you've settled in, we'll head in to the centre of Amsterdam to experience the wonders of this fascinating city with an Amsterdam canal dinner cruise. Get on board and have those cameras at the ready – this is the best way to be introduced to Amsterdam, a city of beautiful 17th Century architecture, and a charm all its own. Keep an eye out for spots to revisit later on during your free time. Watch the city drift past as you sail by, and listen out for tips and interesting insights into the city from your tour leader. Later on, join your tour leader for a walking tour of the infamous Red Light District! The evening is yours – explore the canals some more, or head to Dam Square, one of the most important parts of the city.
Meal Included: Dinner
Experiences
Amsterdam red light walking tour. Your tour leader will show you Central Station, the infamous Red light district, Dam Square, Damrak, Royal Palace, National Monument, Old and New Church and of course the canals that weave through the city.
Amsterdam Canal Cruise. Sail along Amsterdam's stunning canals at twilight and enjoy a delicious pizza as you cruise. A perfect introduction to Amsterdam you will cruise along Amsterdam's atmospheric canals. Choose from different types of pizza, enjoy Ben and Jerry's ice cream, and you can also upgrade to include unlimited soft drinks, beer and wine.
Accommodation
Hampton by Hilton Schipol Airport
Holiday Inn Express Schipol Airport
Park Inn Plaza Amsterdam Airport
Crowne Plaza Amsterdam Schiphol
Lake land Hotel
Other Foods to try
Dutch Kroket, cheese, bitterballen and pastries!
DAY 2: Amsterdam - Rhine Valley
This morning, we’ll take a look at a cheese-making demonstration, revealing how cheese has been made in the traditional way in these parts for many years. Following that, we’ll learn about that most quirky of Dutch footwear choices – the clog – and see how these traditional shoes are carved. Stopping off at a windmill for a photo stop, you’ll be able to appreciate the iconic scenery of the Netherlands. If the season is right, look out for flowers in the fields! Continuing on to the Rhine Valley, we’ll board a Rhine Valley river boat and cruise the Rhine River. With the highest concentration of medieval castles in all of Europe, this is a memorable trip, especially with all the vineyards, cliff faces and medieval German towns! Once the cruise is over we'll visit a local wine merchants for an included wine tasting - if the harvest has been good, you may even get to try eiswein (ice wine), a very sweet dessert wine that is produced in very small quantities as it can only be harvested when the temperature drops below freezing.
Meals Included: Breakfast & Dinner
Experiences
River Cruise. Cruise down the Rhine and see the beautiful scenery and the largest concentration of Gothic castles (Sterrenberg, Liebestein, Katz and Fortess Rheinfels).
Rhine Valley Wine Tasting: visit a local wine merchants in one of Germany's most famous wine growing regions, and sample several types of delicious German wine. Popular varieties from the surrounding area and neighbouring regions include Riesling, Spätburgunder and Pinot Noir. The region is also well-known for eiswein (ice wine), a very sweet dessert wine made from grapes harvested in the freezing winter months.
Accommodation
Rheinlust
Ibis Bonn
Hotel Weiland
InterCity Bonn
Other Foods to try
The Rheingau, one of Germany's distinguished wine regions, stretches along the Rhine between Lorch and Hockenheim. Try Riesling and Eiswein.
DAY 3: Rhine Valley - Innsbruck
Today, we're off to Innsbruck, Austria, taking a comfort stop in Ulm on the way. This historic German city is famous not only as the birthplace of Albert Einstein, but also for having the tallest church steeple in the world! Innsbruck is one of the few places in the world that really can lay claim to having something for everyone. It's not everywhere that offers extreme sports (thanks to the close proximity of the soaring Nordkette Alps), fascinating historical heritage (courtesy of the legacy of the Habsburgs), and vibrant modern attractions too. This is where the modern urban environment meets the outdoors, with a space-age funicular taking up into the mountains in literally a matter of minutes. Once we arrive in the afternoon, we'll have dinner, after which your time is yours to explore this fascinating Austrian city. You can take the cable car to the peak of Nordkette for stunning Alpine views, visit the town square and its famous Goldenes Dachl (Golden Roof) or, for something a little different, visit the Swarovski Crystal Museum!
Meals Included: Breakfast & Dinner
Experiences
Visit Ulm. Enjoy a comfort stop in this German city, famous as the birthplace of Einstein and for having the tallest church steeple in the world!
Free time in Innsbruck. Enjoy some free time in this historic city; visit the old town square or take the cable car to the peak of Nordkette.
Optional Excursions
Accommodation
AlpinPark Hotel Innsbruck
Other Foods to try
Wiener Schnitzel, beef soup and Apfelstrudel.
DAY 4: Innsbruck - Venice
Leaving Innsbruck behind us, we journey onward to the enchanting city of Venice. Travelling through stunning Alpine scenery, we will take a photo stop so that you can record your memories of the incredible mountain vistas spreading out before you. The timeless waterways and artistic masterpieces (more per square kilometre than anywhere else on earth) of Venice make it truly unique – this is a city that will capture your heart and imagination. Being Italian, there’s no shortage of incredible food and culture either! You’ll start your stay in Venice with an orientation tour to get your bearings; see St Mark's Square, the famous Rialto Bridge and the beautiful narrow alleyways lined with shops offering unique souvenirs. The afternoon is yours to explore this unforgettable city. If you wish to take part in the true Venice experience, your tour leader will organise a gondola ride through the enchanting waterways, under the quaint bridges and between the beautiful houses that Venezia offers in abundance.
Meal Included: Breakfast
Experiences
Walking Tour of Venice. Take in the incredible architecture of this legendary city, and get to know see of those famous landmarks in person! From the Rialto Bridge to St Mark's square, it's all here - in the city with more artistic masterpieces per square kilometer than anywhere else on earth!
Accommodation
Elite Residence Hotel
NH Laguna Palace
Hotel Complex Ambasciatori & Delfino
Hotel Venezia
Other Foods to try
Pizza. Thin, crispy, fresh basil and delicious toppings!
DAY 5: Verona - Lucerne region
We're on our way back into Alpine territory once again today, but first we stop off in Verona for a comfort stop. The setting for the most famous love story of all time, Romeo & Juliet, one can seek out the balcony where Romeo reportedly wooed his lover. After a short stop, we continue on to Lucerne. Renowned as one of Switzerland's most beautiful cities, this is one place you'll definitely want to have your camera at the ready! All the ingredients for the quintessentially picturesque Swiss experience are here - a cobalt lake and well-preserved old-town complete with waterfront promenades, covered bridges and perfect plazas is surrounded by the natural skyscrapers of the Swiss Alps. It's really no wonder that Goethe, Queen Victoria and Wagner savoured the stunning views that Lucerne has to offer. There's charm and grace around every corner, but it's not all about history - there's certainly enough of a pulse here to keep things current, with carnivals, concerts and exhibitions aplenty.
Meal Included: Breakfast
Experiences
Comfort stop in Verona. Make the most of your time by strolling around this famous town, where the epic love tragedy Romeo and Juliet was set, and where you can still see the balcony where Romeo supposedly wooed his darling Juliet.
Free time in Lucerne. You will have some free time to enjoy this picturesque Alpine city. From the beautiful Chapel Bridge lined with flowers, to the cobalt blue lake and well-preserved old town, Lucerne is a feast for the eyes.
Accommodation
Hotel Stanserhof
Other Foods to try
Luzerner Chügelipastete is the most famous example of local cuisine: a puff-pastry shell filled with diced veal and mushrooms in a creamy sauce.
DAY 6: Lucerne - Burgundy
Before we travel onward to Burgundy, you'll have the morning to enjoy more of the Lucerne region - why not join our Mount Pilatus optional excursion? Whether you take the world's steepest cogwheel railway from Alpnachstad or the panoramic gondolas and aerial cableway from Kriens, you will travel up through lush meadows carpeted with Alpine flowers, past sparkling mountain streams and fascinating rock faces - the Mount Pilatus optional truly offers that unique Alpine experience! We then leave Switzerland behind and head west into France. If Paris is the place for romance, then Burgundy is the place for two other things the French - and France - are well-known for: great food and wine. You will be staying in the capital of Burgundy, Dijon. A place of tremendous wealth and power and one of the great European centres of art, learning and science, there is plenty to do in Dijon. Beyond the food and wine, this is also the place to soak up history, with excellent museums and fabulous Renaissance architecture helping to make this one of the most memorable parts of the entire tour!
Meals Included: Breakfast & Dinner
Experiences
Burgundy. Enjoy one of the most famous wine regions of France.
Accommodation
Ibis Dijon Clemenceau
Campanile Dijon Centre Gare
Other Foods to try
Typical foods include cheese, Dijon mustard, Charolais beef and blackcurrants. Beef Burgundy, or Boeuf Bourguignon as it is known locally is the regional dish - a stew prepared with beef braised in red wine.
DAY 7: Burgundy - Paris
The city of lights is our next stop, as we take in the home of some of the world's most famous cultural landmarks, museums, galleries, boutiques and more. On arrival we'll take you on a driving tour of the French capital; get your cameras ready - you’ll be seeing some of the city’s most treasured landmarks, including the Notre Dame and the Arc de Triomphe! After the driving tour we'll take an included cruise along the River Seine, sailing passed sights including the Eiffel Tower and Louvre, and enjoying a traditional French baguette lunch onboard. The afternoon is then yours to explore the French capital further, with optional excursions available including the Montparnasse Tower for incredible views of Paris, and a traditional cabaret show.
Meals Included: Breakfast & Lunch
Experiences
Driving Tour. Paris is probably the most sought-after destination in all of Europe, and it's easy to see why. Our driving tour will give you a brief introduction to the history of the city, and some of the famous landmarks. From ancient times to modern, Paris has a wealth of stories to tell. Take notes! There may be many places you'd like to see in more detail later.
Seine River Cruise: enjoy an included lunch onboard as we sail down the Seine, with an included commentary introducing you to the sights you will see on the banks, including the Louvre, Eiffel Tower and Notre Dame.
Accommodation
Ibis la Defense
B&B Porte Des Lilas
B&B Paris Malakof
Ibis Paris La Villette Cité des Sciences
B&B Paris Italie Porte de Choisy
B&B Hôtel Orly Chevilly
Other Foods to try
It's not all fine dining - visit a boulangerie (bakery) and try simple but delicious baguette, croisants and Jambon-beurre sandwiches.
DAY 8: Brussels - Amsterdam
It's the last leg of our journey already! On our way back to the Dutch capital we stop in Brussels for a comfort stop and the chance to explore the Belgian capital. Sample typical Belgian fare (moules et frites, countless varieties of beer, and of course, that famous chocolate), or wander around. Perhaps grab some last-minute souvenirs for the folks back home? We will also take a photo stop at the incredible Atomium. Originally built for the 1958 World's Fair, this unique structure makes for a truly incredible selfie opportunity! After our comfort stop, we continue on to Amsterdam, where our tour officially ends. We hope you've enjoyed this whirlwind tour of Europe!
Meal Included: Breakfast
Experiences
Comfort stop in Brussels: On our way back to Amsterdam, enjoy the European capital on a comfort stop, you will have the opportunity to see the famous town square and sample the local cuisine, and take a photo of the Atomium.
What’s Included:
•7 nights' accommodation in twin rooms with private en-suite facilities. Single travellers have the option to pay a single supplement to ensure a private room.
•7 breakfasts, 1 Lunch, 4 dinners
•All taxes and fees
•Any public transport used as part of the tour (excludes free days)
•Modern air conditioned coach with reclining seats, TV for showing DVDs, and toilet.
•13 Experiences (including guided walking tours, orientation walks, driving tours of cities plus other exciting experiences)
•Free Expat Explore tour souvenir – a memorable gift of your once in a lifetime trip.
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Subject to availability - Surcharge may apply for peak periods . Minimum 2 persons per arrival [Single supplement applicable for single rooms]. Depending on the arrival & departure dates, the rate slightly varies. Tours mentioned in itinerary are included in the price displayed. However prices displayed DO NOT include the extra cost of the optional tours. Attractive rates available for groups. Please contact us for further information, special queries, special quotes and questions.
