Duration: 14 Nights / 15 Days Package Code: TPH-FIT-Euro-Classic Places Covered: Britain - Belgium - Netherlands - Germany - Austria - Italy - Vatican - Switzerland - France Validity: Active
Snow capped mountains surrounded by lush meadows in Switzerland, ancient architecture of Rome, fashion capital Paris, and many more interesting places invite you to Europe. The Classic tour of Europe tour takes you through the most extensive holiday experience visiting these places. Each day of the tour is packed with fun and excitement as we journey our way through the most diversified continent of Europe.
Highlights
Visit 9 countries in 14 days: Britain, Belgium, Netherlands, Germany, Austria, Italy, Vatican City, Switzerland & Franc.
Professional and experienced tour directors.
Travel in comfort aboard climate-controlled luxury coaches.
Enjoy extended continental breakfasts every morning.
Daily lunches and daily Indian dinners.
Guided panoramic city tour of London including: Buckingham Palace, Piccadilly Circus, Regent Street, Oxford Street, Marble Arch, Hyde Park, Regent Park, Trafalgar Square, the Strand, the Big Ben, the Houses of Parliament, Westminster Abbey, the London Eye, Tower of London, the Tower Bridge. St. Paul’s Cathedral, White Hall and 10 Downing Street - the Prime Minister’s residence.
Experience the Eurostar - a once in a lifetime journey on one of the fastest trains of the world.
Orientation tour of Brussels - the capital of EU, including: Grand Place and its famous guild houses, the City Museum, the Town Hall, the house of the Dukes of Brabant, Manneken Pis – the symbol of Brussels. See the Royal Palace, the Royal Park, the Palace of Justice, and the Museum of Fine Arts.
Photo-stop at the Atomium in Brussels.
Visit Madurodam - the beautiful miniature city of Holland at The Hague, in the Netherlands.
Visit a traditional Dutch wooden shoe factory and experience a special demonstration.
Enjoy a photo stop at one of the unique windmills of the Netherlands.
Canal Cruise in Amsterdam for breathtaking views of the city.
Visit the magnificent Cologne Cathedral - a UNESCO world heritage site.
Experience a cruise on the river Rhine, admiring the medieval castles and lovely vineyards along the river banks.
Orientation tour ofHeidelberg, including: the Rathaus, Carl Theodore Bridge, Market Square, Church of the Holy Spirit, the Heidelberg University and the Heidelberg Castle
Orientation tour of Innsbruck, including: the Golden Roof, St Anne’s Column, Imperial Palace, Imperial Church, Stadtturm, Helblinghaus, and the Triumphal Arch.
Visit to Swarovski Crystal Museum and showroom at Wattens, near Innsbruck.
Orientation tour of Venice, including: Saint Mark’s Square, Bridge of Sighs, Ducale Palace, Campanile, and Saint Mark’s Basilica.
Visit to Murano glass-factory.
Enjoy a private water-taxi ride in Venice.
Visit the Ferrari Gallery at Maranello. This two-storey museum exhibits a bevy of racing cars that were driven by great Ferrari drivers, such as Gilles Villeneuve, Froilan Gonzales, Rubens Barrichello, Michael Schumacher and many others.
Guided city tour of Rome, including: Colosseum, Arc of Constantine, Roman Forum, Caesar’s Forum, Venice Square, Venice Palace, Victor Emmanuel Monument, Church of Santa Maria Maggiore and the Trevi Fountain.
We visit the Vatican City - the smallest country in the world, including: Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel, St. Peter’s Basilica, and St. Peter’s Square.
Guided walking tour of Florence: visiting the Cathedral of Santa Maria Del Fiore, Campanile & Baptistry, & the Duomo Square, as well as viewing Piazza Del Signoria, Palazzio Vecchio, Loggia Dei Lanzi, and the Fountain of Neptune.
Photostop at the famous Ponte Vecchio - the oldest and most famous bridge of Florence.
Drive to Piazzale Michaelangelo, for a bird’s eye view of Florence.
Visit to Campo Dei Miracoli in Pisa, where you can admire the Leaning Tower of Pisa, the Cathedral and the Baptistery.
3 nights’ accommodation in scenic Switzerland.
Excursion to Mt Titlis (10,000 feet) on the famous Rotair - the world’s first revolving cable car - as well as a ride on the sensational ‘Ice Flyer’.
Orientation tour of Lucerne, including: Lion Monument, Kapell Brucke, Spreuerbrucke, and the Schwanenplatz.
Orientation tour of Geneva city, including: Jardin Des Anglais, Jet D’ Eau, Palais De Nations, the European Headquarters of the UNO, the Red Cross Museum, and theBotanical Gardens.
2 nights’ accommodation in glamorous Paris.
City tour of Paris, including: Arc De Triomphe, Champs Elysees, Grand Palais, Petit Palais, the National Assembly, Alexander Bridge, Concorde Square, Magdalene Church, Opera Garnier, Louvre Palace, Conciergerie, Notre Dame Cathedral, Cite Island, French Academy, Sorbonne University, Orsay Museum, Church of the Invalides, Military Academy, Trocadero Square, and Palais De Chaillot. Spend some free time at Galeries Lafayette – the department store capital of Fashion.
Enjoy breathtaking vistas of Paris from the 3rd and the topmost level of the Eiffel Tower.
River Seine Cruise for unique views of Paris.
Visit the Louvre museum - one of the world's largest museums famous for the Mona Lisa
You also have the opportunity to avail of two of our highly recommended optional attractions, available at value-for-money prices
A memorable trip to awesome Jungfraujoch – The Top of Europe, which is one of Switzerland’s most popular tourist destinations. Inclusive of Indian lunch and an excursion to the charming town of Interlaken and the Trummelbach falls.
A magical Illumination City Tour of Paris, followed by the famous and scintillating show, Lido De Paris
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Day 1: London - Royal City
Welcome to London - a city with a royal heritage, that along with a wealth of history, culture and exciting attractions, always has plenty to offer the visitor.
Begin your guided panoramic city tour of London, including such sights as: Buckingham Palace, Piccadilly Circus, Regent Street, Oxford Street, Marble Arch, Hyde Park, Regent Park, Trafalgar Square, the Strand, the Big Ben, the Houses of Parliament, Westminster Abbey, London Eye, Tower of London, Tower Bridge, St. Paul?s Cathedral, White Hall and 10 Downing Street - the Prime Minister?s residence.
Meals: Dinner
Day 2: Eurostar - Brussels Brussels - Orientation Tour
After breakfast, you will board the Eurostar from the St. Pancras station, travelling under the English Channel aboard the world?s fastest channel train. Upon your arrival in Brussels, you will begin your orientation tour, including: Grand Place and its famous guild houses, City Museum, Town Hall, House of the Dukes of Brabant, Manneken Pis, Royal Palace, Royal Park, Palace of Justice, and the Museum of Fine Arts. Later, you will enjoy a photo-stop at the Atomium. Spend the night in the comfort of your hotel.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch & dinner
Day 3: The Netherlands
After breakfast today, you will be transferred to Amsterdam, the financial, cultural, and political capital of the Netherlands. The best way to experience Amsterdam is on a traditional canal cruise. These glass-topped boats unveil to visitors the original face of Amsterdam. Later, you will you will visit one of the famous wooden shoe factories of Holland. You will have the opportunity to experience a free demonstration during which you will be explained about the history, traditions and the making of the authentic Dutch wooden shoes.
After seeing the demonstration, you will take a photo stop at a windmill, one of the most distinctive sights of the Netherlands.
Later, you will you visit Madurodam, the beautiful miniature model of a typical Dutch town, in 1:25 scale. It also contains many famous miniature landmarks, as are found at various locations in the country. Spend the night in the comfort of your hotel room.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch & dinner
Day 4: Cologne, Rhine Cruise & Heidelberg
After breakfast today, you will be driven to Cologne, where you will visit the UNESCO World Heritage site of the city, the Cologne Cathedral. It is also one of Europe's most spectacular cathedrals, with the biggest church facade in the world. Its twin spires (standing 157 metres tall) and the beautiful stained glass windows are the highlights of this cathedral. The Cologne Cathedral also has a reputation of being the most visited tourist monument in Germany.
Later, you will proceed on a cruise on the river Rhine, admiring the medieval castles and lovely vineyards along the river banks. After the cruise you will proceed to the university town of Heidelberg. Upon your arrival, you will embark on a walking tour of the city, seeing such sights as: the Rathaus, the Carl Theodore Bridge, the Market Square, the Church of the Holy Spirit, and the Heidelberg University. Afterwards, you will stop at the Kornplatz to admire staggering views of the imposing Heidelberg Castle. Spend the night in the comfort of your hotel room.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch & dinner
Day 5: Innsbruck - Capital of Tyrol, Swarovski Crystal museum & showroom.
After breakfast, you will proceed to Innsbruck - the capital of Tyrol. The alpine scenery here is a visual treat, with charming meadows set against snowy peaks. Nestled amongst snow capped mountains, the city of Innsbruck lies on the banks of the River Inn. You will proceed on an orientation tour of Innsbruck, seeing Goldenes Dachl - Golden Roof, Hofburg, Hofkirsche, St. Anne?s Column, Stadtturn, Triumphpforte, and Helblinghaus.
Later we proceed to experience the world-famous Swarovski Crystal Museum & Showroom at Wattens where you will view the amazing collection of precision-cut lead crystal glass and related products. You can admire and shop to your heart?s delight at Wattens, amongst the largest exhibits of the Swarovski Crystal Collection
Spend the night in the comfort of your hotel.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch & dinner
Day 6: Venice - City of Canals
Today, after breakfast, you will depart for Venice, which is known as the Queen of the Adriatic. Also fondly called La Serenissima, Venice is built on 180 islands that are connected by over 400 bridges, with hundred of canals criss-crossing the town. For more than a thousand years, the city was one of the most enduring mercantile sea powers on Earth.
You will sail in a special water taxi to the St. Marks Square - which is considered to be one of the world?s most beautiful squares. The atmospheric square with its boutiques, traditional cafes, and historic buildings, is the meeting place of the romantic city of Venice. On your tour of the city, you will also see the Bridge of Sighs, the Ducale Palace, St. Mark?s Basilica, the Clock tower and the Murano Glass showroom. Spend the night in the comfort of your hotel room.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch & dinner
Day 7: Ferrari Gallery & onto Rome
After breakfast today, you will proceed to Maranello, to visit the Ferrari Gallery. This two-storey museum exhibits a bevy of racing cars that were driven by great Ferrari drivers, such as Gilles Villeneuve, Froilan Gonzales, Rubens Barrichello, Michael Schumacher and many others. It houses cars, images and trophies that have characterized the history of the brand and have been hugely successful on commercial markets and worldwide circuits. This is one of the reasons why the Galleria Ferrari is not just a museum, that is a static collection of cars and objects, but a dynamic exhibition that is constantly renewed from time to time. The Galleria is divided into theme areas, and each one is capable to meet the expectations of race fans and expert connoisseurs of vintage cars, Formula One, Sports and Sports-Prototype cars.
Later we drive to eternal city of Rome - the site of major historic events and the cultural centre Europe for more than one and a half millennia. You will have time free to soak in the atmosphere and absorb the cultural richness of the seat of the Roman Empire. Spend the night in the comfort of your hotel.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch & dinner
Day 8: Rome city tour & Vatican City
After breakfast today, you will begin your guided city tour of Rome, seeing such sights as the Colosseum, Arc of Constantine, Roman Forum, and Caesar?s Forum. You will also be driven past the Venice Square, where you can view the amazing contrast between the architecture of the traditional Palazzio Venezia and the modern Victor Emmanuel Monument. You will also visit, Trevi Fountain, which is considered to be the most beautiful fountain of Rome. Here, legend says if you make a wish and throw a coin in, your wish will come true and you will return to Rome. Later, you will drive past Palatino hill, where you will see the church of Santa Maria Maggiore.
Afterwards, you will visit Vatican City, which is the smallest country in the world. Here, you will begin your guided tour of the Vatican, starting with the Vatican Museums, which probably house the world?s greatest collection of art. Your tour culminates with a visit to the exquisite Sistine Chapel, which is best known for its outstanding frescoes on the ceiling and altar walls. Later, you will visit the magnificent St. Peter?s Basilica, the most famous Church of the Christian world. St. Peter?s Basilica has an astonishingly harmonious appearance and radiates tremendous grandeur through its architecture and magnificent interior decorations. You will also stroll amongst the famous colonnades of the St. Peter?s Square.
Due to coach and traffic regulations and the heritage status of the city of Rome, the city tour of Rome may be subject to change
Later, you will have time free to soak in the atmosphere and absorb the cultural richness of the seat of the Roman Empire. Spend the night in the comfort of your hotel room.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Day 9: Florence - the Jewel of Renaissance & Leaning Tower of Pisa
After breakfast today, you will proceed to Florence. Upon your arrival, you will begin your walking tour of the city, seeing such sights as: Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiores, Campanile and Baptistery. You will also have time free in Piazza Della Signoria to view the Palazzio Vecchio, the Loggia Dei Lanzi, and the Fountain of Neptune. Other sights on the tour include the various sculptures that make Florence a virtual open air museum, the courtyard of the Uffizi gallery, and Ponte Vecchio - the oldest and most famous bridge of Florence. Later you will be driven Piazzale Michelangelo, for a breathtaking bird's eye view of Florence.
Later, you will be driven Pisa. At Pisa you will visit Campo De Miracelli - Field of Miracles, and enjoy stunning views of the Leaning Tower of Pisa, the Cathedral and the Baptistry. Spend the night in the comfort of your hotel.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch & dinner
Day 10: Pisa - Switzerland
After breakfast you will continue your journey to Switzerland, a landlocked country in the cultural and geographical heart of Europe. Renowned for its snow bound Alps, lush green meadows and its fresh water lakes, the prosperous country of Switzerland has a distinct character and dynamism. Spend the night in the comfort of your hotel.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch & dinner
Day 11: Switzerland - Land of natural beauty.
Optional ? Excursion to Jungfraujoch, Orientation tour of Interlaken, Trummelbach Falls and Indian Lunch
After breakfast today, you have the day free to relax in the serene and soothing environs of Switzerland. Or, you can take the opportunity to visit Jungfraujoch (The Top of Europe), Interlaken & the famous Trumellbach Falls.
Jungfraujoch - the Top of Europe will give you a memorable encounter with snow and ice, and will quite literally be the ?high point? of your tour!
Here, you will be amazed at the scenic splendour that you will be able to see from ?Cog-Wheel? train, which takes you to a height of 11333 feet to reach Jungfraujoch, which is the highest railway station in the world! The Cog-Wheel train is considered amongst the top 10 train journeys in the world. From atop the mountain, you will gain amazingly panoramic views of Switzerland.
Later, you will be driven to Interlaken, which is a world famous Swiss town, located in the Bernese Oberland Mountains, between the lakes of Thun and Brienz. After spending some time here, you will visit Trummelbach Falls, which is the only glacier waterfall in Europe. It is a fascinating sight, and one not to be missed. Spend the night in the comfort of your hotel room.
Meals: Breakfast & dinner
Optional ? Excursion to Jungfraujoch, Orientation tour of Interlaken, Trummelbach Falls and Indian Lunch
After breakfast today, you have the day free to relax in the serene and soothing environs of Switzerland. Or, you can take the opportunity to visit Jungfraujoch (The Top of Europe), Interlaken & the famous Trumellbach Falls.
Jungfraujoch - the Top of Europe will give you a memorable encounter with snow and ice, and will quite literally be the ?high point? of your tour!
Here, you will be amazed at the scenic splendour that you will be able to see from ?Cog-Wheel? train, which takes you to a height of 11333 feet to reach Jungfraujoch, which is the highest railway station in the world! The Cog-Wheel train is considered amongst the top 10 train journeys in the world. From atop the mountain, you will gain amazingly panoramic views of Switzerland.
Later, you will be driven to Interlaken, which is a world famous Swiss town, located in the Bernese Oberland Mountains, between the lakes of Thun and Brienz. After spending some time here, you will visit Trummelbach Falls, which is the only glacier waterfall in Europe. It is a fascinating sight, and one not to be missed. Spend the night in the comfort of your hotel room.
Meals: Breakfast & dinner
Day 12: Mt. Titlis - World?s first revolving Cable car Lucerne - Orientation Tour
After breakfast today, you will taste the adventure that is Mt. Titlis. On a hair-raising and unforgettable ride to the top, 45 minutes long, you will switch three different cable cars, and be amazed as the scenery changes from green meadows and scenic lakes to snow clad mountains. The last leg of the ride is on the famous Rotair, which is the world?s first revolving cable car, on which you will get an incredibly panoramic view of the surrounding glaciers, mountains, and scenery. Once atop Mt.Titlis, you have the opportunity to take in breathtaking views of the Alps from the sun terrace, or see the wind-protected Toporama ? on the famous "south face window" of the mountain. You will also enjoy a thrilling ride on the famous Ice Flyer (weather permitting).
Later, you will proceed to Lucerne, the beautiful city located at the northern tip of Lake Lucerne, where you will see the Lion Monument - Lowendenkmal ? which was built in memory of the loyal Swiss guards. Afterwards, you will stroll along the banks of Lake Lucerne and see the Kapellbrucke - the Chapel Bridge, and the Spreuerbrucke, the two traditional wooden bridges of Lucerne. In the evening, you shall proceed to Geneva - the most orderly and serene of all major European cities, where you shall spend the night in the comfort of your hotel room.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Day 13: Geneva Orientation Tour & onto Paris - River Seine cruise Optional - Lido and Illumination Tour
After breakfast today, you will proceed on an orientation tour of Geneva, stopping at the English Gardens ?Jardin Des Anglais?, and strolling around. You will have time free to stroll past the lakefront, and see the famous ?Jet D? Eau?, a 130 metre-high jet of water on the lake. Next, you will be driven past the Brunswick Monument, and see the Palais De Nations, the European Headquarters of the UNO, the Red Cross Museum, and the Botanical Gardens.
Later, you will be driven past the famous mustard fields of Dijon, and the vineyards of the Burgundy region, towards Paris. On arrival, you will take a cruise on River Seine, which is an excellent and unique way to view Paris and sail past its many historical monuments.
After check in you have time to relax or you can take advantage of our exceptional optional tour, which is the best way to experience the glamour and lights of Paris. Our optional tour includes the brilliant Illumination Tour of Paris, where you will be driven past the famous monuments and building of Paris at night, seeing their dazzling illumination. Afterwards, you will continue your optional tour, with a visit to one of the most famous night shows in the world, Lido De Paris, where you feel like a true Parisian as you sip a glass of champagne and enjoy the scintillating performances. Spend the night in the comfort of your hotel room.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Day 14: Paris - City of Lights. Eiffel Tower & Visit to Louvre Museum
After breakfast today, you will proceed on your Paris city tour, seeing such sights as: Arc De Triomphe, Champs Elysees, Grand Palais, Petit Palais, National Assembly, Alexander Bridge, Concorde Square, Magdalene Church, Opera Garnier, Louvre Palace, Cite Island, French Academy, Sorbonne University, Orsay Museum, Church of the Invalides, Military Academy, Trocadero Square, Palais De Chaillot, and the Notre Dame Cathedral.
Later you will visit the most famous landmark of Paris, the Eiffel Tower, and see a panoramic view of the city from its 3rd level. After your descent, you will proceed on the cruise on River Seine. It is an excellent and unique way to view Paris and sail past its many historical monuments.
Afterwards visit the Louvre Museum. Heir to the century of the Enlightenment and the French Revolution, the Louvre is one of the largest palaces in the world and, as a former residence of the kings of France, one of the most illustrious. It exemplifies traditional French architecture since the Renaissance, and it houses a magnificent collection of ancient and Western art that celebrates humanity's long journey with the remarkable scope of a collection that spans thousands of years, and is highlighted by such iconic, universally admired works as the Mona Lisa, the Venus de Milo and the Victory of Samothrace.
In the evening spend some free time at Galeries Lafayette ? the department store capital of Fashion. Spend the night in the comfort of your hotel room.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch & dinner
Day 15: Paris - Departure
After breakfast, you will be driven to the airport in time to board your flight back home with a bagful of memoirs, an enriching experience and friends all of us would like to keep for posterity.
Meals: Breakfast
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