European Highlights End Paris

European Highlights End Paris

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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. ...more ...less

Highlights

  • Explore the vibrant city of Amsterdam with a scenic canal cruise.

  • Discover the enchanting Black Forest and visit a cuckoo clock factory.

  • Marvel at the Rhine Falls in Schaffhausen, the largest waterfall in Europe.

  • Visit the Lion Monument and Chapel Bridge in the picturesque city of Lucerne.

  • Experience the scenic beauty of the Burgundy Wine Region in France.

  • Enjoy iconic sights in Paris, including the Eiffel Tower and Notre Dame Cathedral.

  • Indulge in an ethical chocolate experience at Max Chocolatiers boutique in Lucerne.

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: 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

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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 at Schaffhausen, the largest waterfall in Europe. Enjoy a  MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience at Max Chocolatiers boutique, join a member of the team 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

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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 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 cherry-picked hotels that are tried and trusted.

  • All porterage and restaurant gratuities

    All porterage and restaurant gratuities are included in the tour.

  • All hotel tips, charges and local taxes

    The tour covers all hotel tips, charges, and local taxes.

  • Breakfast daily and up to half of your evening meals

    Daily breakfast and up to half of your evening meals are included.

  • Must-see sightseeing and surprise extras

    The tour includes must-see sightseeing and surprise extras.

  • Audio headsets for flexible sightseeing

    Audio headsets are provided for flexible sightseeing.

  • Luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries or alternative transportation

    Transportation is provided by 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

InsuranceTravel insurance is 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.

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 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.

  • 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. ...more ...less

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • What is the starting and ending point of the tour?

    The tour starts in Amsterdam and ends in Paris.

  • 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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Very well planned trip with timely breaks during the coach ride..

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Mar 03, 2025 - Mar 09, 2025
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Prices last published on 15-Jan-2025

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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:

EHIGZN20

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Physical rating:

Low

Tour operated in:

English
From: $2095 $2085 (USD) Operator discount: -$10

NB: Prices correct on 15-Jan-2025 but subject to change.