11 days tour

European Rhapsody (Classic, Start Amsterdam, 11 Days)

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European Rhapsody (Classic, Start Amsterdam, 11 Days)

This tour includes:

Meals

4 Dinner with Wine (DW) 10 Breakfast (B) Amsterdam: Toast to the travels ahead during your Welcome Dinner of modern European cuisine at a local restaurant. Budapest: Enjoy a scenic dinner cruise and take in the city's night time beauty as you float along the Danube. Venice: Sip cocktails alongside the canals at Cafe Florian, while being serenaded by an ensemble of talented musicians and soak up the calming atmosphere long after the day-trippers have returned to their mainland hotels. Venice: Enjoy a special Venetian Celebration Dinner with wine at La Principessa.

Others

Choose between two carefully selected activities Prague: Stroll through the Jewish Quarter with your Local Expert to hear how the Jewish community has shaped the history of Prague, and taste Trdelnรญk, a traditional Czech pastry. Prague: Visit the imposing St. Vitus Cathedral and explore the atmospheric courtyards of the historic Prague Castle with your Local Expert. Wurzburg: Visit the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Wรผrzburg Residence with a Local Expert. Vienna: Be pampered by locals with traditional coffee and cake. An experience like no other, this cozy cafรฉ provides companionship, and promotes well-being and support for the community, in addition to crafting delicious treats. Venice: Witness the ancient skill of glassblowing, now practised by precious few masters. Watch artisans create delicate works of art using rare traditional practices. The workshop's master craftsmen teach visitors about the traditional craft of glassblowing and its history which dates back to the 15th century. Every visit helps to support the workshop and the survival of this traditional craft. The workshop advances UN Sustainable Development Goal 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities. See Amsterdam โ€ข Alte Mainbruckem and Marienburg Fortress in Wรผrzburg โ€ข Rothenburg-ob-der-Tauber โ€ข Old Town Square, St Vitus Cathedral and Prague Castle โ€ข Vรกci Utca and Gellรฉrt Hill in Budapest โ€ข Hofburg Imperial Residence, Opera House, Parliament Building and Karlskirche in Vienna โ€ข St. Mark's Square and Doge's Palace in Venice. Amsterdam: Cruise along the old waterways, discovering the architectural gems of the old city, including mansions dating from the Golden Age of the 17th Century. Wurzburg: Stand on the statue-lined Alte Mainbrucke and see the Marienburg fortress. Rothenburg ob der Tauber: Picturesque Rothenburg ob der Tauber is the best-preserved medieval town in Germany and a truly enchanting destination. Step back in time and explore the city walls, towers, and gates around the old town as well as the old town itself. Prague: Led by your Local Expert, explore the delightful Old Town Square and see the detailed Astronomical Clock that delights onlookers each hour. Budapest: Stroll through the alleys of the Old Town of Buda with a Local Expert. Vienna: Walk through the first district, Inner Stadt, as your Local Expert reveals why this is the historic core of the city. You will also tour the Ring Road to see the Hofburg Imperial Residence, Opera House, Parliament Building and Karlskirche.

Transport

Luxury coach throughout tour.

Accommodation

10 nights in hand-picked hotels.

Hygieneprotocol

All guests travelling with Insight Vacations through December 31, 2022 are required to be fully vaccinated against Covid-19, which may include a booster shot to keep the vaccination status current and valid, depending on the travel destination. Children not eligible for vaccination and/or booster at the time of travel must provide a verifiable and negative Covid-19 test result, taken within 72 hours prior to the start of the tour (taking time zones into consideration) for all tours departing until December 31, 2022. While highly recommended, COVID-19 vaccinations and boosters are no longer required for guests traveling with us from January 1, 2023 onward. It is your clientโ€™s responsibly to comply with specific vaccine and/or booster requirements imposed by airlines and/or authorities in the destinations visited, as well as requirements for accessing restaurants and venues, which may be more restrictive than the above. No refunds will be given if they are unable to undertake some or all of their vacation due to failure to comply with these requirements.

Not included:

Guide

Venice: With your Travel Director cruise to St. Mark's Square and see the Doge's Palace, Bridge of Sighs and St. Mark's Basilica.

Flights

International flights not included.

Optional

Optional experiences are available on this tour for an additional cost.

Insurance

Insurance not included.

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Itinerary of your trip European Rhapsody (Classic, Start Amsterdam, 11 Days)

  • Day 1 Day 1: Arrive Amsterdam
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 1: Arrive Amsterdam

      Welcome to Amsterdam, enjoy a day of leisure. Join your Travel Director at 17:00 for a Welcome Reception. Mingle and get to know your fellow travelers as you cruise along some of the many quaint, tree-lined canals, to explore the heart of the Old City, before enjoying a pleasant evening of dinner and wine at a local restaurant.

  • Day 2 Day 2: Rhine Valley To Wรผrzburg
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 2: Rhine Valley To Wรผrzburg

      Relax with a scenic drive along the Rhine Valley to Wรผrzburg. See the mighty Marienburg Fortress โ€“ the immense baroque palace of the Prince Bishops and one of the most important landmarks in Germany. On arrival, visit the imposing Wรผrzburg Residenz, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, with a Local Expert. Marvel at intricate decorations and lavish staterooms boasting with French, Austrian and Venetian influences.

  • Day 3 Day 3: Rothenburg And Golden Prague
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 3: Rothenburg And Golden Prague

      In the morning venture to Rothenburg ob der Tauber, the most well-preserved town on the Romantic Road. Continue east to the Czech border, passing the town of Pilsen renowned for its beer, before reaching the Golden City of Prague. In the evening, perhaps take a river cruise through the heart of the city?

  • Day 4 Day 4: Prague, City Of A Hundred Spires
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 4: Prague, City Of A Hundred Spires

      Join a Local Expert in the morning for guided sightseeing of one of the most beautiful and intact historic centers in Europe. Explore Prague with Insight Choice. Choose to explore the Castle District . Alternatively, walk through the Jewish Quarter and taste delicious Trdelnรญk. Then, the city is all yours to explore with the rest of the day at leisure. Perhaps you may choose to rummage through the renowned antique shops?

  • Day 5 Day 5: Through Bohemia To Budapest
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 5: Through Bohemia To Budapest

      Start the day with a journey through the beautiful forested countryside of Bohemia. Travel to Hungary, following the River Danube to Budapest. In the evening, join a Local Expert to enjoy a scenic dinner cruise, gliding past UNESCO World Heritage Sites. The cityโ€™s spectacular nighttime beauty earns it the nickname 'Pearl of the Danubeโ€™.

  • Day 6 Day 6: Budapest At Leisure
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 6: Budapest At Leisure

      Drive along the beautiful Andrassy Avenue to Heroes' Square. Stroll through the alleys of the Old Town of Buda and admire sweeping views from the Fishermanโ€™s Bastion with a Local Expert. Stand atop Gellรฉrt Hill where the colossal Liberty Statue stands in front of the Citadella watching over the city. Marvel at extensive panoramic views as you look out over the famous river dividing Buda and Pest - the two sides linked by the mighty Chain Bridge and the elegant, newer Elizabeth Bridge.

  • Day 7 Day 7: The Flavors Of Budapest
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 7: The Flavors Of Budapest

      This morning, visit Lizt Academy. Continue your travels to the Austrian border and through pleasant farming country to Vienna.

  • Day 8 Day 8: Vienna And The Habsburgs
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 8: Vienna And The Habsburgs

      In the morning, there is the option to join a private tour of Maria Theresa's Schรถnbrunn Palace and formal gardens. Later, join your Local Expert for a walk through Innere Stadt, the first district and historic core of Vienna. Get your camera ready for a drive around the famous Ring Road. This grand boulevard, built along the lines of the old city walls, showcases many of the capital's architectural masterpieces, including the Opera House, magnificent Hofburg Imperial Residence and Parliament building. Sit down for traditional coffee and delicious treats and mingle with locals at a cozy cafรฉ.

  • Day 9 Day 9: Along The Shores Of Lake Wรถrthersee To Venice
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 9: Along The Shores Of Lake Wรถrthersee To Venice

      This day's route takes you past quiet villages, through Styria's forested mountains and into the Carinthian Lake District. Continue past Europe's warmest lake, the Wรถrthersee, to cross into Italy near Tarvisio. Then follow mountain valleys and cascading streams down to the Veneto Plain en route to the unique city of Venice. Arrive by private boat to your hotel. Sip a cocktail at Cafe Florian, whilst you are serenaded by an ensemble of talented musicians. Afterwards, stroll past the Doges Palace and the famous 'Bridge of Sighs' to Principessa restaurant for a magical dinner. Indulge in traditional Venetian dishes that are enriched with inspiration from seasonal produce. Admire the tranquility of St. Mark's Square long after the day-trippers have gone to their mainland hotels before returning to your hotel.

  • Day 10 Day 10: The Magic Of 'La Serenissima' Relaxed Start
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 10: The Magic Of 'La Serenissima' Relaxed Start

      In the morning, prepare to embrace this most romantic city. Visit St. Mark's Square, dominated by its magnificent basilica and overlooked by the great Clock Tower. Also in the square stands the immense Campanile and Doge's Palace which is connected to the ancient prisons by the Bridge of Sighs. Join a MAKE TRAVEL MATTERยฎ Experience as you witness the skill of glassblowers on a visit to a traditional arts center. The rest of the day is free. Perhaps shop in the small arcades or why not cruise the Venetian lagoon to the island of Burano for a meal of local specialties and wine?

  • Day 11 Day 11: Arrivederci Venice
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 11: Arrivederci Venice

      Alas, you must bid farewell to this enchanting city. Your departure transfer arrives at Venice Marco Polo Airport at 08:00 and 09:30.

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Experience Style

Experience Style

Mixed

There will be challenging activities such as hiking, biking, canyoning and trekking, but youโ€™re also going to have other means of transportation and relaxed moments to just chill.

Accomodation level

Accomodation level

Medium

This accommodation includes essential services like a hot shower, electricity, and a nice and comfy bed.

Experience Type

Experience Type

Small Group

Youโ€™ll be accompanied by a small group of travelers just like you.

Physical Rating

Physical Rating

Average

There are several physical activities that last from 2 to 6 hours in easy terrains, low altitude flats, or water experiences. Please ask if youโ€™re not sure this applies to you.

Age range

Age range

Min: 5 / Max: 99

Age range allowed for this experience.

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