Europe Taster - 7 Days

Welcome to London! Today, we embark on a journey across the English Channel to Paris, renowned as the ‘City of Lights’. Upon arrival, we will take a driving tour of this iconic city, where you can capture the grandeur of landmarks such as the Eiffel Tower and the Arc de Triomphe. Following our tour, we will enjoy a traditional Parisian welcome dinner before returning to the hotel for the evening. Make sure to rest well, as tomorrow offers a full day of independent exploration in Paris.

Experience Paris at your own pace today. Choose the Paris+ excursion to enjoy iconic Parisian experiences, including a visit to a famous French perfumery, a macaron tasting at a traditional shop, and a relaxing sightseeing cruise on the River Seine.

Alternatively, explore the city independently; with landmarks like the Louvre and the Eiffel Tower, you'll find no shortage of sights to enjoy. This evening, you may opt for the "Evening in Montmartre" excursion or a lively cabaret show for a memorable night out.

Say farewell to Paris as we head to Burgundy. Explore Beaune, renowned as the wine capital of the region. You have some free time to wander through this charming town, perhaps visiting a local market or sampling some of its famous wines over lunch.

After lunch, relax during a scenic drive to Switzerland. We venture into the Jungfrau Region, celebrated for its breathtaking Alpine landscape and recognised as a UNESCO World Heritage Site for hosting Europe's largest glacier. Conclude the day with a group dinner, included in our itinerary.

Today, you have the opportunity to explore the majestic Alps. Consider joining the optional excursion to Jungfraujoch, home to Europe's highest railway station. The ascent is remarkable, with views of charming villages tucked away in valleys, framed by snow-capped peaks and cascading waterfalls.

At the summit, you'll find yourself surrounded by perpetual snow and breathtaking panoramas of glaciers and rugged mountains. Don't forget to take plenty of photos before we return to lower elevations for the afternoon.

In the evening, you can opt for a quintessential Swiss experience with an optional Alpine Dinner.

Good morning! Today, we say goodbye to Switzerland as we head into Germany, entering the renowned Rhine Valley. Prepare for breathtaking landscapes en route to St. Goar. Once there, we'll board a Rhine riverboat for a cruise to Boppard, offering a unique view of this remarkable valley renowned for its Gothic castles, vineyards, charming medieval towns, and dramatic cliffs.

We will visit a local wine merchant to enjoy a wine tasting. If conditions have been favourable, you may even taste eiswein—a rare dessert wine produced in small batches when grapes are harvested while frozen. This evening, dinner will be served at the hotel.

Today, we bid Germany farewell as we journey to the Netherlands. En route, you'll have some free time to enjoy a lunch break. Upon entering the Netherlands, we visit the historic Riekermolen Windmill—a perfect spot for photos. Next, we’ll explore the traditional crafts of Dutch cheese and clog making.

In Amsterdam, you have time to discover the city at your own pace before we gather for a scenic cruise along its famous canals—cameras ready for this picturesque experience! We’ll conclude the day with a farewell group dinner at a local restaurant. Afterwards, we return to the hotel for the night.

After breakfast, we bid farewell to Amsterdam and set off on our return journey to London, with a stop in Belgium. Known for its beer, waffles, chocolate, and mussels with fries, any Belgian town offers a culinary delight.

Our tour pauses in Ghent, a stunning city with beautifully preserved medieval architecture. Wander its cobbled streets, admire historic churches and grand towers, and perhaps pick up a souvenir during your free time. Afterwards, we rejoin the coach for the final stretch back to London, where our tour concludes.