Best of Europe: Group departure

Day 1: Arrival in Paris:

Arrive into Paris - the City of Romance, Lights and Glamour.

Welcome! Today we board our flight one of the most beautiful and elegant city of Paris- known for its haute couture, renowned museums, breath-taking beautiful monuments and sensational cabarets. Get greeted by your Friendly Travel Professional on arrival, who will later escort you to your hotel and assist with your check in. Overnight in Paris. (Dinner)

Day 2: Paris City Sightseeing:

Guided city tour of Paris. Visit to Eiffel tower 3rd (Top) Level. Take a funicular ride at Montmartre to see the Sacre-Coeur Basillica, the second most visited monument in Paris. Enjoy a romantic cruise on River Seine.

Today we proceed for a guided city tour of Paris. Marvel at the finest Parisian tourist attractions, Place Vendôme, Place de l’Opéra Garnier, Musée d’Orsay, Place de la Concorde, Champs Elysées, one of the most recognised fashionable avenues in the world, Arc de Triomphe, Alexander Bridge, Les Invalides and several others. Next we visit the iconic Eiffel Tower – 3rd Level, and get a stunning view of the city from the top. With its famous tapering cast iron tip, the Eiffel Tower is not just the symbol of Paris but of all of France. Later in the day, visit Montmartre known for its artist’s history. Take a Funicular to the top and see the white domed Basilica of Sacre-Coeur, a popular landmark and the second most visited Monument of Paris. Next we take a romantic cruise down the river Seine, one of the world’s most scenic cruise, flanked by exquisite monuments like Notre Dame, Eiffel Tower, Louvre, Orsay Museum and many more. Gliding under one bridge to one another with a view of the finest monuments in the heart of bustling Paris. Overnight in Paris. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

Day 3: Disneyland® Paris

Enjoy your fun filled day at Disneyland® Paris (choice of Disney® Parks or Walt Disney Studios® Park).
This day experience a day full of excitement at this popular amusement park. The destination to relax and enjoy different kind of thrill rides and studio movies with your loved ones. You may choose between Disney Parks, where fairy tales take flight across five incredible lands filled with classic attractions, shows and street parades with Disney Characters OR you may visit the Walt Disney Studios Park and be astounded by the outstanding stunt shows, watch a film being made and see real-life sets used for creating blockbuster movies.  Overnight in Paris. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

Day 4: Paris to Brussels(Belgium), sightseeing, and overnight in the Netherlands.

Onto Brussels. Visit Grand Place and the Manneken Pis statue. Visit Keukenhof Gardens (till 14th May) Or Visit the miniature park – Madurodam. (from 15th May)

Today we proceed to Brussels, the Headquarters of the European Union and the capital of Belgium. On arrival in Brussels, we visit one of Europe’s most beautiful squares, the Grand Place, home to the medieval Town Hall and the fabled Manneken Pis statue. Drive past St. Michael’s Church. Later Relax in your coach as we proceed to the city of Lisse to tour the legendary Keukenhof Gardens (till 14th May). Be astounded by the vast numbers of tulips, daffodils, and hyacinths, that create dazzling ranges of color. From 15th May we visit Madurodam a miniature park to see a range of perfect 1:25 scale model replicas of famous Dutch landmarks, historical cities, and large developments. Feel like a giant amidst models of palaces, canals, windmills, harbors, airports, and other Holland attractions. Overnight in the Netherlands. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

Day 5: Explore Amsterdam with Canal Cruise. Onto Germany.

Check out and proceed to the Dutch capital Amsterdam. Board a glass- topped boat where you will experience the best of this historical city. Thrive on the city’s vibrant past with its 1,000 bridges and quaint old houses. Later continue your scenic drive towards your hotel in Frankfurt area and check in to your hotel.Overnight in Germany. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

Day 6: Visit Mercedes Benz Museum. Travel to the Heart of the Black Forest. See the largest Waterfall in Switzerland - The Rhine Falls.

Check out, relax in your coach as today’s day will be a charming experience for any car enthusiast. We will be visiting the Mercedes Benz Museum which covers history of the Mercedes-Benz brand and the brands associated with it till date. (On Monday’s when the museum is closed, you will be taken on a boat ride at the Rhine Falls) Later continue your drive to the heart of the Black Forest, known for its dense, evergreen forests and picturesque villages. You will be enthralled at the scenic beauty of the quaint villages in the heart of Black Forest region. Witness a demonstration of how cuckoo clocks are made. Sit back and enjoy the scenic drive towards Switzerland. Visit Schaffhausen, where you see the magnificent Rhine Falls – Europe’s biggest and most spectacular falls. Incase of museum being closed, we will be opting for a thrilling experience at Rhine Falls with a boat ride. Witness the magnificent falls as we sail upclose to the falls. Later drive to your hotel. Overnight in Central Switzerland. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

Day 7: The highlight of the tour, A magical alpine excursion to the top of Europe - the amazing Jungfraujoch and scenic Interlaken.

Get set for a memorable magical alpine excursion to Jungfraujoch – The Top of Europe, a high–point of your tour. First we proceed to Grindelwald Terminal. The new 3S-Bahn Eiger Express takes you from the Grindelwald Terminal to the Eigergletscher station in just 15 minutes. There you board a cogwheel train to reach the highest railway station in Europe at 11,333 feet – a world of eternal ice and snow. Visit the Ice Palace where artistes create their work of art in ice. Visit the Sphinx observatory deck to experience a breath-taking panoramic view of the longest glacier in the Alps - Aletsch Glacier.

Overnight in Central Switzerland. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

Day 8: Visit Mt. Titlis- enjoy Cable car rides including the world’s firstrotating cable car, the Rotair – to the top of Mt. Titlis at 3,020 metres. Cruise on Lake of Lucerne.

Today enjoy amazing scenery, a once in a lifetime experience with an exhilarating tip to the top of Mt Titlis at 3020 metres on various cable cars including Rotair, the world’s first revolving cable car. Get a breath taking unrestricted 360 degrees stunning view of the dazzling snow caped peak, deep  crevasses and pristine white snow fields, dotted with massive ice boulders from every angle. Do not forget to visit the “Cliff Walk” the highest suspension bridge in Europe along the cliff of Mt.Titlis. Later proceed on an orientation tour of Lucerne one of most beautiful cities in Switzerland. Visit the Lion Monument, Kapell Brucke with some free time to shop for famous Swiss watches, knives and chocolates. Enjoy a scenic cruise on the lake of Lucerne.

Overnight in Central Switzerland. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

Day 9:  Drive to Vaduz, the capital at the Principality of Liechtenstein. Visit Swarovski Crystal Museum – the dazzling world of crystals. Visit Innsbruck – The Tyrolean capital of picturesque Austria.
Relax in your coach as you take a scenic drive to Innsbruck. En route arrive in Vaduz, the capital of Liechtenstein, a tiny principality nestled between Switzerland and Austria. It lies entirely within the Alps and covering an area of just sixty-two square miles. Liechtenstein is the sixth smallest independent nation in the world. It follows a policy of neutrality and is one of the few countries in the world that maintains no military. Next proceed to Wattens, to visit the Swarovski World of Crystals and marvel at the crystalline works of art. Later enjoy an orientation tour of the beautiful city, Innsbruck. See the Golden Roof with its fire gilded copper tiles, a characteristic landmark of Innsbruck, walk down cobblestone pathways of Maria Theresien Strasse. You can sit at one of the many outdoor cafes, admire the magnificent baroque architecture and relive medieval European culture. The splendid Alps in the background provide a perfect picture-postcard setting.

Overnight in Innsbruck / Seefeld. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

Day 10: Welcome to Venice - the floating city of Italy. Enjoy Gondola ride.

Check out of your hotel and proceed towards Venice – Italy. City of Beautiful Monuments, Serpentine Canals, city that inspired poetry and passion through the ages. Arrive at the pier in Venice, where we board a private boat. Enjoy your Indian lunch on board while you sail over the Giudecca Canal, to arrive at St. Mark’s Square – the main square of Venice. View St Mark’s Basilica - one of the best examples of Byzantine architecture,

Witness the famed Bell Tower and Clock Tower with the dominant sign of the Zodiac and current phase of the moon. See the Bridge of Sighs, made of white lime stone, that passes over the Rio di Palazzo, connecting the old prisons with interrogations rooms at the Doge’s Palace. Witness a Murano Glass demonstration and marvel at the intricate and colourful glass artefacts, hand-crafted by master craftsmen. Treasure a romantic Gondola ride in a flat bottomed Venetian rowing boat, amidst the stunning backdrop of baroque buildings. This truly is the best way to enjoy this enchanting city. We return to the pier and later check in to your hotel.

Overnight in Padova/Bologna. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

Day 11: Guided walking city tour of Florence. View the remarkable and famous Leaning Tower of Pisa.
This morning check out and drive to Florence – the cradle of the Renaissance. Along with your English-speaking local guide, walk and absorb into the culture of the historic city. View the Duomo – the city’s most iconic landmark, the Campanile and the Baptistery with its Gates to Paradise. Also see the Piazza Della Signoria – an open-air museum crammed with Renaissance sculptures, edged by historic cafes and presided over by the magnificent Palazzo Vecchio and the famed Ponte Vecchio (bridge) across the River Arno. Next, drive to Piazzale Michelangelo to get a spectacular panoramic view of the city. Later proceed towards Pisa. On arrival see the Square of Miracles with the stupendous Leaning Tower of Pisa.

Overnight in Tuscany region. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

Day 12: All roads lead to Rome – the eternal city. Visit the world’s smallest country – the Vatican City. (which includes Vatican Museum, Sisitne Chapel & St. Peter’s Basilica)

Today check-out and proceed towards the eternal city of Rome. Enjoy a guided city tour of Rome with an expert English-speaking local guide. Next visit the Vatican City – the smallest country in the world (Please note shorts or sleeveless vests are not allowed). Enter the Vatican Museum, where you see the renowned classical sculptures and masterpieces of the Renaissance Art. We continue and then drive to view the magnificent Colosseum, a vast amphitheatre that is still well preserved. Next, Visit the beautiful Trevi Fountains. The Legend says that tossing a coin over your shoulder gets you back to Rome.

Overnight in Rome. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

Day 13: Departure :

Your memorable holiday ends, today it’s time to fly back home. Say goodbye to the wonderful new friends you have made on the tour. Check out and depart for the Airport with pleasant memories of your European trip which you will cherish for a lifetime.

(Breakfast)

INCLUSIONS: Sightseeing and excursions

FRANCE

Paris

• City tour with a local guide
• Visit to the 3rd level of the Eiffel Tower
• Full day excitement and thrill at Disneyland® Paris
• Funicular ride to see the Sacre Coeur Basilica- Montmartre.
• Enjoy romantic cruise on River Seine

BELGIUM

Brussels

• The magnificent Grand Place and Manneken Pis Statue

NETHERLANDS

Amsterdam:

• Enjoy sights of Amsterdam on a Canal Cruise

Lisse:

• Walk through the world’s largest and the most beautiful floral
• display at Keukenhof (till 14th May)

The Hague:

• Visit Madurodam - Holland in miniature (from 15th May)

GERMANY

Stuttgart:

• Entrance to Mercedes Benz Museum

Black Forest:

• Visit the heart of beautiful Black Forest
• Demonstration of cuckoo clock making

SWITZERLAND

Mt. Titlis:

• Witness breath-taking mountain peaks and glaciers at Mt. Titlis

• Ride in the world’s first revolving cable car
• Walk on the Highest suspension bridge in Europe - Titlis Cliff Walk

Lucerne:

• Orientation tour of Lucerne
• Cruise on Lake Lucerne

Interlaken:

• Cog wheel train ride to Jungfraujoch - Top of Europe

• Visit scenic Interlaken
• Schaffhausen:
• The magnificent Rhine Falls at Schaffhausen

LIECHTENSTEIN

Vaduz:

• Orientation of Vaduz, the Capital of the principality of

Liechtenstein

AUSTRIA

Innsbruck:

• See the Maria Theresien Strasse and the Golden Roof

Wattens:

• Visit the Swarovski Crystal Museum and shop

ITALY

Venice:

• St. Mark’s square by Private boat
• Enjoy a classic Venetian Gondola ride
• Visit the famous Murano Glass showroom

Florence:

• Guided walking city tour with a local English-speaking guide

Pisa

• Visit Square of Miracles
• Photo-stop at the Leaning Tower

Rome:

• Guided City tour with a local English speaking guide
• Visit to Trevi Fountain

VATICAN CITY

Vatican City

• Visit the Vatican Museum – see sculptures and masterpieces of Renaissance art

• Visit the magnificent St. Peter’s Basilica

Meals

• Daily Continental Buffet Breakfast.
• 11 Indian Jain/Vegetarian/Non-Vegetarian Lunches.
• 12 Indian Jain/Vegetarian/Non-Vegetarian Dinners.

• Daily Mineral Water Bottle (500ml)

(Packed lunch will be served on the day we travel to visit Disneyland Paris)

Experience:

Stay at Top Branded Hotels like Novotel, Holiday Inn, Radisson, Four Points Sheraton and many more. Waffles in Belgium, Black Forest cake in Germany, Pizza & Pasta in Italy, Gelato (Ice-cream) & Tea in select cities.

Driver Tips:

Tips to coach drivers for the duration of the tour is included.

Visa Assistance included

Travel Insurance included

Accommodation:

• 03 nights accommodation in Novotel / Millennium / Hilton or similar hotel in Paris
• 01 night accommodation in Novotel / NH / Intercity or similar hotel in Netherland
• 01 night accommodation in Rilano / NH / Holiday Inn or similar hotel Germany
• 03 nights accommodation in Radisson / Movenpick / Swiss Bel-Hotel or similar hotel in Central Switzerland
• 01 night accommodation in Alpenkoning / Alpenhof / Alphotel or similar hotel Innsbruck / Seefeld
• 01 night accommodation in Four Points by Sheraton / Unaway / Russott or similar hotel in Padova
• 01 night accommodation in Euro Hotel / Park / A Point or similar hotel in Tuscany
• 01 night accommodation in SHG / Hampton by Hilton / Marriott or similar hotel in Rome

IMP Notes For Transfers

•             There may be waiting up to 02 Hours (Post reaching in arrival hall) for arrival transfers.

Notes:

• A person below 12 years of age on the entire tour will be considered a child
• As a 3rd person in a triple room, most hotels use rollaway beds and room size may be the same as the double room
• Tours will operate subject to all Government regulations
• All Local taxes, entrances and services are calculated as on 1st October 2021, any increase in local taxes, entry tickets and other services has to be borne and paid by the traveler/agent.
• All transfers and extensive sightseeing with entrance fees (as specified in the itinerary) will be done in an air-conditioned coach
• On reaching Eiffel Tower, if there is a very long queue, we will be taking you to the Montparnasse tower
• It is suggested to carry One check in bag and one hand bag per person only, due to limited boot space in the coach
• Services of our Tour Manager or local representatives, while on tour
• On some occasions, you may have to join another group in case your group does not have adequate members
• A local representative or your coach driver may only be there to assist you during your initial part of the tour
• Land surcharges applicable on certain departure dates which will be notified
• If certain sightseeing/excursions are closed, then alternate sight- seeing will be arranged.
• Kindly note that on certain departure dates the tour routing could change. In some tours, there is also a possibility that the tour could operate in reverse itinerary. However, you will not miss any sightseeing or excursions that are mentioned in the itinerary unless its closed due to a holiday. Your Tour Manager will notify you the same
• In case of inordinate delays and strict driving laws, packed dinner may be provided on that day
• Please check with your Sales representative for final details
• In case of any increase in any taxes in Europe, there would be a change in price which will be justified
• We reserves the right to claim from the passengers, any additional expenses incurred due to delay or changes in the schedule of trains, flights, coach, cruise or other services
• We reserves the right to change any itinerary for operational reasons and reasons beyond the control of us due to Force Majeure related to weather conditions, strike, etc.rce Majeure related to weather conditions, strike, etc.
• We shall not accept any liability or responsibility for any damages, loss, injury, accident, death, delay, breakdown or irregularity, which may occur during the tour, due to weather conditions, strikes, war, quarantine and or any other cause whatsoever and all such loss or expenses must be borne by the passenger
• Tours are operated subject to Reserve Bank of India / Government of India regulations
• Tour cost is payable in EURO out of your BTQ entitlement of the passengers

DEPARTURE DATES:

APRIL 2024: 18, 19, 27

MAY: 03, 04, 05, 07, 11, 15, 18, 25, 29, 31

JUNE: 02, 03, 06,12, 18, 22

JULY: 02, 13