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European Grandeur (Classic, Start London, End Amsterdam, 27

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European Grandeur (Classic, Start London, End Amsterdam, 27

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From time to time, your Travel Director will delight you with an Insight Flourish, which is a local specialty representing the destination. Monaco City: Enjoy a drive along part of the Grand Prix circuit and wander the old town with your Travel Director to see the Royal Palace and the yacht-filled harbour. Rome: During your orientation with you Travel Director see the medieval buildings, including Renaissance palaces and Baroque churches, scattered throughout the city. 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. Maribor: Led by your Travel Director, explore this charming city, the second largest in Slovenia. Take a moment to appreciate the blend of old and new architecture. Innsbruck: Nestled amidst majestic mountains, Innsbruck is a beautiful city offering a unique combination of nature, history, and culture. Stroll the streets of the picturesque Old Town, with your Travel Director, learn about its history and admire the Baroque and Gothic architecture. Lucerne: During your orientation with your Travel Director, see the emotive Lion Monument, Jesuit Church and Chapel Bridge.

Meals

26 Breakfast (B) 8 Dinner with Wine (DW) Paris: Join your Travel Director and fellow guests at a local restaurant in the heart of Paris for a delightful Welcome Dinner, served with wine. Paris: Join an avid local foodie on a walk through a local food market - Bastille Marchรฉ. Visit a variety of stalls and sample local treats and delicacies along the way. San Sebastiรกn: Enjoy an evening of pintxos, dining with locals in this Basque tradition. Your delicious dinner includes a wide variety of finger food delicacies, each with their own regional flavour, flair and presentation. Avignon: At a local farm learn about olive oil and enjoy a tasting of the freshest produce before indulging in a farm-to-table dinner of traditional French home-style cuisine. Venice: In St Marks Square at sunset, long after the day-trippers have gone to their mainland hotels, sip cocktails canal-side before dinner at a local restaurant. Lucerne: Choose from a selection of restaurants on your Dine-Around Evening and hand-pick your preferred ambience, cuisine and drinks for an intimate culinary experience. Amsterdam: Toast the culmination of your travels during a fabulous Celebration Dinner at a local restaurant.

Others

Choose between two carefully selected activities Paris: Join an avid local foodie on a walk through a local food market - Bastille Marchรฉ. Visit a variety of stalls and sample local treats and delicacies along the way. Paris: We walk up and down the "quartier" and we see the school, the food stores, the housing situation, the heritage landmarks, the sports facilities and the theatres, in this car-free, pedestrianized, neighbourhood. Landmarks will include passages couverts, perhaps also Patrick Blanc's spectacular jardin vertical 'oasis d'Aboukir', the Napoleonic "Egyptian" district etc. Personal radio headsets give you the freedom to wander during visits to famous highlights, without missing any of your Local Expert's fascinating commentary. Hotel and restaurant tips are included - you'll never have to worry about how much to give, nor search for foreign currency. We also include all taxes and porterage charges at hotels. We carry your bags for you and promptly deliver them to your hotel door. Vatican: Gain Fast Track access into the Vatican Museums and admire the famous Bramante Staircase. Witness the genius of Michelangelo in the Sistine Chapel and view the splendid dome of St. Peter's Basilica. Rhineland: The beautiful scenery of the Rhine River is punctuated by the many castles dotted along its banks. Delight in a private estate viewing of one of these Rhineland castles and learn more about these living cultural monuments located along the Middle Rhine. 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. Stanserhorn: Walk along beautiful scenic pathways, keeping an eye out for marmots and other native animals, with the chance to hear a conservation talk by a Swiss ranger, to learn about local wildlife and flora. London: Relax on the smooth, high-speed Eurostar train as you journey from London to Europe via the revolutionary Channel Tunnel. Paris: With a Local Expert, explore the iconic sights and streets of Paris. See famous landmarks including Notre Dame Cathedral, the Eiffel Tower and the facades of the Louvre. Stroll the banks of the River Seine and admire romantic bridges, and enjoy a drive along the Champs Elysรฉes to the Arc de Triomphe. Chateau Chenonceau: Visit the majestic Chรขteau de Chenonceau, known as the 'Ladies' Chรขteau' it perfectly embodies the elegance of 16th century design in the Loire Valley. Bordeaux: Your Local Expert will show you the quayside facades, Grand Theatre, Triangle d'Or and magnificent Esplanade des Quinconces. San Sebastiรกn: Led by your Local Expert, enjoy a guided walking tour of the Old Quarter including Plaza de la Constitucion. Madrid: See the highlights of the city with your Local Expert. Visit the Old Town, travelling along the elegant Paseo de la Castellana, past the fountain in the Plaza de Cibeles, the Cervantes Monument and Royal Palace, before crossing the Puerta del Sol. Barcelona: With your Local Expert, drive down Las Ramblas and the elegant Passeig de Grร cia to witness some of the finest Modernist architecture. Journey through the Eixample district to see Gaudi's extraordinary masterpiece, the mesmerising Sagrada Famรญlia. Avignon: View the Pont d'Avignon and walk the medieval narrow streets of the Old Town to the Palais des Papes. Nice: Enjoy exploring the beautiful coastal town of Nice on the French Riviera. Monaco City: Explore inside Monaco Cathedral. Pisa: Your Local Expert will show you the baptistery bristling with marble spines, the colonnaded bell tower lurching behind the 11th century cathedral and of course, the famous Leaning Tower in the Square of Miracles. Florence: Join a Local Expert to view the multi-coloured marble cathedral, bell tower and baptistery, adorned by Ghiberti's Gates of Paradise. Visit the political heart of the city, Signoria Square. See the area around Santa Croce Basilica, famous for the quality of its luxury goods. Ljubljana: Explore this elegant capital with your Local Expert, to see the castle City Hall, Cathedral of St Nicholas and Triple Bridge. 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. Salzburg: Join your Local Expert to visit the formal gardens of Mirabell Palace and Residence Square - both locations used in 'The Sound of Music.' You will also see the imposing fortress, the immense cathedral and Mozart's birthplace on the lively Getreidegasse. Vaduz: Admire the Royal family's residence, Vaduz Castle, which overlooks the capital and is surrounded by year-round snow peaked mountains. Stanserhorn: Journey to the top of Mount Stanserhorn on a panoramic, open-top cable car powered by solar energy, and enjoy spectacular views from the summit. 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. Hand sanitizer is freely available on board for you to use throughout the day.

Transport

Stay connected with friends and family with our complimentary coach and hotel Wi-Fi (where available). If your arrival and/or departure flights are as per the itinerary start and end dates, then transfers are available at scheduled times. If your flights are outside these times, or you have booked additional nights accommodation with Insight Vacations, you may purchase transfers or make your own way from/to the airport. Enjoy the comfort of Insight's luxurious, air-conditioned, 40-seat coach with double the standard legroom and onboard washroom. Our customized luxury coaches are sanitized before the start of your tour and are maintained to very high standards. Physical distancing measures have been implemented on our customized luxury coaches.

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.

Accommodation

Paris Marriott Rive Gauche Hotel - Paris Located on the Left Bank of the River Seine, the Paris Marriott Rive Gauche Hotel is a modern property offers luxurious accommodation within close proximity to the Latin Quarter and Saint-Germain-des-Pres. Pullman Bordeaux Lac - Bordeaux The modern Pullman Bordeaux Lac is located on the lakefront and surrounded by vineyards. Barcelรณ Costa Vasca Hotel - San Sebastian The Barcelรณ Costa Vasca hotel is located close to La Concha bay and offers modern, comfortable rooms with excellent facilities. Hotel Riu Plaza De Espana - Madrid Exciting, new hotel located on Madridโ€™s Gran Vรญa, Hotel Riu Plaza De Espana is the perfect modern base to explore the Spanish capital. Hilton Barcelona The Hilton Barcelona is ideally located on one of Barcelona's main streets, Avenida Diagonal, meaning key sights of the city are easily accessible during your two night stay. Rooms feature stylish interiors, drawing inspiration from local Catalan architect, Gaudรญ, and are designed with comfort and convenience in mind. Cloรฎtre Saint-Louis - Avignon The Cloรฎtre Saint-Louis has been recently-renovated and was originally a 16th century Jesuit building and a military hospital. Radisson Blu Hotel - Nice The Radisson Blu Hotel, Nice is set on a stunning seafront location along the famous Promenade des Anglais. Grand Hotel Vittoria - Montecatini With a facade dating back to the 1900s, the Grand Hotel Vittoria offers simple, traditional-style rooms and features an outdoor pool and beautiful gardens, both ideal to spend time relaxing after a day sightseeing. Veneto Palace Hotel - Rome The Veneto Palace Hotel is located in the monumental and unique scenery of ancient Rome, not far from Piazza di Spagna, the Trevi Fountain and Villa Borghese, which is the largest park in central Rome. The guest rooms offer a classic style that blends in perfect harmony with the style of the building. Eurostars Residenza Cannaregio - Venice Eurostars Residenza Cannaregio Venice is a hotel with traditional and modern elements complete with a door opening onto a canal Hotel Lev Ljubljana Hotel Lev Ljubljana is in a fantastic location at the absolute heart of the city. After seeing the sights, perhaps unwind with a walk through the gardens of nearby Tivoli Park, or reflect on the day with a drink in the trendy Lobby Bar. Hilton Vienna Set in the heart of Vienna and featuring contemporary decor, the award-winning Hilton Vienna hotel is one of Austria's premier hotels. AC Hotel Innsbruck The AC Hotel Innsbruck is centrally located and just a few minutes walk from the Old Town. It was originally built in 1972 for the Winter Olympic games and has since been completely refurbished and upgraded to offer comfortable, sleek-designed rooms, each with views of the surrounding Alps. Hotel Astoria - Lucerne The Hotel Astoria is sat in the middle of all Lucerne has to offer, with magnificent mountains and astonishing culture. Maritim Hotel - Kรถnigswinter The Maritim Hotel Kรถnigswinter is perfectly positioned on the banks of the Rhine. Having been recently renovated, the comfortable rooms have been tastefully decorated and offer modern amenities. Complimentary WiFi means you can stay connected with friends and family back home during your travels. Grand Hotel Amrรขth - Amsterdam The Grand Hotel Amrรขth Amsterdam is a five-star, Art Nouveau-style hotel, conveniently located minutes from the city centre and offering breathtaking views over the canal.

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Itinerary of your trip European Grandeur (Classic, Start London, End Amsterdam, 27

  • Day 1 Day 1: Welcome To London
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 1: Welcome To London

      Welcome to London. After checking into your hotel, the afternoon is free to enjoy a city that is famous for its pomp and pageantry. Perhaps relax with a walk along the Serpentine in Hyde Park or window shop in the elegant boutiques of Knightsbridge? Alternatively, you may want to stroll along the Thames to the iconic Tower Bridge and Tower of London.

  • Day 2 Day 2: London To Paris By Eurostar
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 2: London To Paris By Eurostar

      Meet your Travel Director at 07:30 and transfer to Londonโ€™s St. Pancras Station to board the high-speed Eurostar. Your comfortable rail journey takes you via the Channel Tunnel to Paris where you can spend the afternoon as you please.During your time in Paris, see the impressive Eiffel Tower, the magnificent Notre-Dame Cathedral and the imposing facades of the Louvre. Discover the banks of the River Seine with its many romantic bridges. See the obelisk in the centre of the Place de la Concorde and drive along the Champs Elysรฉes to the Arc de Triomphe. At 17:00 join your Travel Director for a fabulous Welcome Dinner at a local brasserie.

  • Day 3 Day 3: Paris, The City Of Light
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 3: Paris, The City Of Light

      Your exploration of Paris today begins with an Insight Choice. Choose to explore community life in the picturesque Montorgueil district. Alternatively, join a Local Expert, an avid foodie, as you head into areas where Parisians go about their daily lives to explore small shops and sample local treats and delicacies. With the afternoon free, there are countless opportunities to enjoy the lively atmosphere of this glittering city.

  • Day 4 Day 4: Onto Bordeaux
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 4: Onto Bordeaux

      Head southwards towards Chรขteaux Country. Take a scenic drive along the Loire Valley, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The region is known as the Jardins de France for the beautifully maintained gardens that were created on vast estates as outdoor living areas. Visit the majestic Chenonceau Castle, an elegant French chรขteau spanning the River Cher. Continue on to the bustling seaport of Bordeaux with its unique 18th century character.

  • Day 5 Day 5: Bordeaux And San Sebastiรกn
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 5: Bordeaux And San Sebastiรกn

      Join a Local Expert for a guided tour of France's best 18th century architecture. The facades of the quaysides, the Grand Thรฉรขtre, Triangle d'Or and magnificent Esplanade des Quinconces all contribured to Bordeaux earn inclusion on UNESCO's World Heritage list. Next, continue to picturesque San Sebastiรกn where you will have the chance to dine with the locals in the evening. In small groups, wander through the Old Town for a progressive dinner, as you enjoy the gastronomic Basque tradition of pintxos. Similar to tapas, enjoy a variety of snack-sized treats to make your meal and be sure to try some of the local Txakoli wine.

  • Day 6 Day 6: On To Madrid Relaxed Start
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 6: On To Madrid Relaxed Start

      Continue along the Guadarrama Mountains to the plateau of New Castile and Spain's elegant capital of Madrid. In the evening, why not see the city lit up it all its glory, with a drive along the grand avenues and past the spectacular fountains?

  • Day 7 Day 7: Madrid Relaxed Start
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 7: Madrid Relaxed Start

      Enjoy sightseeing with your Local Expert, as they guide you through the most historic neighborhoods in the Spanish capital. Your drive continues through the Old Quarter to discover the origins of the city. Visit the Reina Sofia Museum with an art historian to see Picasso's Guernica.

  • Day 8 Day 8: Madrid And Beautiful Barcelona
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 8: Madrid And Beautiful Barcelona

      Cross the Castilian plain, past Zaragoza, and continue to the vibrant port of Barcelona. In the evening, why not try delicious local Catalan cuisine and as night descends, view the city from the heights of Montjuic, with lights sparkling below from the mountains to sea.

  • Day 9 Day 9: Barcelona, City Of Gaudi Relaxed Start
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 9: Barcelona, City Of Gaudi Relaxed Start

      Join your Local Expert for a view of the Gothic Quarter and the cathedral. Travel by the Ramblas and along the Passeig de Grร cia, adorned with some of the most flamboyant Modernist buildings. Continue through the Eixample district to see Gaudiโ€™s extraordinary masterpiece, the mesmerising Sagrada Famรญlia.

  • Day 10 Day 10: Avignon, The City Of Popes
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 10: Avignon, The City Of Popes

      Journey to Avignon to see the famous Pont d'Avignon, once spanning the Rhรดne and immortalised in songs. Walk within the medieval narrow streets of the Old Town to stand in the shadow of the old Palais des Papes, resembling a fortress. Learn about olive oil and enjoy a tasting of the freshest produce. After, indulge in a Farm-to-Table dinner, a delicious insight into traditional French home-style cuisine.

  • Day 11 Day 11: On The Shores Of Nice
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 11: On The Shores Of Nice

      Journey along the French Riviera to the elegant town of Nice, where the rest of the day is at your leisure to stroll along the fabled Promenade des Anglais or relax on the beach.

  • Day 12 Day 12: Monaco And Pisa
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 12: Monaco And Pisa

      Travel to Monaco where you are driven along part of the Grand Prix circuit, before walking with your Travel Director through the old town. See the Royal Palace where the Grimaldi family live, the yacht-filled harbour and visit the cathedral, housing the tombs of the late Prince Rainier and Princess Grace. Cross into Italy and follow the arc of the Italian Riviera before arriving in Pisa. In the Square of Miracles, stop to see the incredible Leaning Tower of Pisa with a Local Expert, from which Galileo is said to have conducted experiments on velocity and gravity. Also see the splendid 11th century cathedral and baptistery, decorated with mosaics and designs in solid marble.

  • Day 13 Day 13: Renaissance Florence Relaxed Start
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 13: Renaissance Florence Relaxed Start

      Walk with your Local Expert to the marble-clad cathedral and baptistery, where Ghibertiโ€™s Gates of Paradise have been recreated in all their glory. The next stop is Piazza della Signoria, still the political heart of Florence and an open-air gallery of Renaissance masterpieces. Spend time gazing at statues such as Neptune and David along the front of the Palazzo Vecchio. The area around Santa Croce Basilica is famous for the quality of its luxury goods of gold and leather and there's free time to shop or continue exploring.

  • Day 14 Day 14: The Eternal City Of Rome
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 14: The Eternal City Of Rome

      Relax and enjoy the grand landscapes of the Chianti hills and Umbria, before passing the Apennine Mountains to arrive at the Eternal City, filled with classic antiquities, medieval buildings, Renaissance palaces and Baroque churches. In the evening, enjoy a traditional meal at a local restaurant.

  • Day 15 Day 15: Exploring Papal Rome
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 15: Exploring Papal Rome

      A Local Expert introduces the grandeur of the city, starting with the Vatican State, the richest community in the world. Visit the Vatican Museums, full of priceless treasures collected by the Popes. Insight provides special, fast-tracked entry to avoid the crowds, together with behind-the-scenes access to the Bramante Staircase - a marvel of Renaissance architecture normally off-limits to the general public. Once inside the Sistine Chapel, admire Michelangelo's famous ceiling. Next door, visit St. Peterโ€™s Basilica to admire Michelangelo's emotive 'Pieta' and see Bernini's intricately carved Papal Altar. The rest of the day is yours to shop in the trendy boutiques or relax at a sidewalk cafe.

  • Day 16 Day 16: Rome At Leisure Relaxed Start
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 16: Rome At Leisure Relaxed Start

      The day is yours to enjoy Rome at your own pace. Perhaps take an optional experience to the ill-fated town of Pompeii, frozen in time when it was engulfed by an eruption of Vesuvius in 79 AD. Alternatively, spend some time in the boutiques of the Via del Corso, the Via Nazionale or the elegant designer stores near the Spanish Steps? As night falls, why not sip on prosecco at a sidewalk cafe in Piazza Navona - the Living Room of Rome - and enjoy life's pageantry pass by?

  • Day 17 Day 17: Autostrada Del Sole To Venice
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 17: Autostrada Del Sole To Venice

      Journey through peaceful Tuscan landscapes, to descend past Bologna into the fertile Valley of the River Po. Arrive at the glorious city of Venice by boat and savour a cocktail at sunset whilst you are serenaded by an ensemble of talented musicians, before enjoying dinner at a local restaurant.

  • Day 18 Day 18: The Magic Of La Serenissima
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 18: The Magic Of La Serenissima

      Wake up ready to embrace this romantic city. Admire the Dogeโ€™s Palace and its adjoining Bridge of Sighs. Join a MAKE TRAVEL MATTERยฎ Experience as you witness the skill of glassblowers on a visit to a traditional arts centre, before taking a private cruise to St. Mark's Square where St. Markโ€™s Basilica exudes the cityโ€™s former wealth and power. The rest of the day is at leisure. Perhaps shop in the small arcades or why not cruise the Venetian lagoon to the island of Burano for a meal of local specialities and wine?

  • Day 19 Day 19: Venice To Elegant Ljubljana Relaxed Start
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 19: Venice To Elegant Ljubljana Relaxed Start

      Depart Venice by water taxi and continue your journey to the Slovenian capital of Ljubljana. A Local Expert shows you Preลกeren square with the Triple bridge, baroque Franciscan Church and and the lively banks of Ljubljanica river. Perhaps join an Optional Experience to the tranquil shores of Lake Bled? Ride in a traditional wooden 'pletna' across the turquoise glacial waters towards the tiny island that rises in the middle.

  • Day 20 Day 20: Ljubljana To Vienna
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 20: Ljubljana To Vienna

      Visit the 700-year-old university town of Maribor. Continue past Graz through Styria's forested mountains and on to Vienna.

  • Day 21 Day 21: Vienna And The Habsburgs Relaxed Start
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 21: Vienna And The Habsburgs Relaxed Start

      In the morning, there is the option to join a private tour of Maria Theresa's Schรถnbrunn Palace and formal gardens. Later, get your camera ready for a drive around the famous Ring Road. This grand boulevard, built alongside the lines of the old city walls, showcases many of the capitolโ€™s architectural masterpieces, including the Opera House, magnificent Hofburg Imperial Residence and Parliament. Later, join your Local Expert for a walk through Innere Stadt, the first district and historic core of Vienna. Visit a traditional Viennese cafรฉ to enjoy local specialities of coffee and Sachertorte.

  • Day 22 Day 22: Salzburg And Onto Innsbruck
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 22: Salzburg And Onto Innsbruck

      Pass the impressive Benedictine monastery of Melk before reaching the enchanting city of Salzburg, birthplace of Mozart and the iconic musical 'The Sound of Music'. A Local Expert will show you the formal gardens of Mirabell Palace, including the fountains and statues where the 'Do, Re, Mi' scene was filmed. Cross Residence Square with its fountain, where Maria sings 'I Have Confidence' and see the imposing fortress, the immense cathedral and Mozartโ€™s birthplace on the lively Getreidegasse. Perhaps join an excursion to the famous Eagle's Nest? Continue to the mountain ringed Tyrolean capital of Innsbruck to see the Golden Roof and Imperial Palace.

  • Day 23 Day 23: Liechtenstein To Lucerne Relaxed Start
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 23: Liechtenstein To Lucerne Relaxed Start

      Journey past flower-filled meadows and picturesque chalet-style villages to the Principality of Liechtenstein. Spend some time in its tiny capital, Vaduz, then cross into Switzerland and through glorious mountains to lakeside Lucerne. On arrival, visit Lucerne's proud Lion Monument, carved into a limestone cliff and dedicated to the heroic Swiss Guards who died defending King Louis XVI during the French Revolution.

  • Day 24 Day 24: Lucerne And Mt Stanserhorn
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 24: Lucerne And Mt Stanserhorn

      Explore Mount Stanserhorn on a MAKE TRAVEL MATTERยฎ Experience, as an open-top cable car powered by solar panels take you up the summit. Breathe in the pristine mountain air and, on a clear day, witness views as far as Alsace and the Black Forest in Germany. Walk along beautiful scenic pathways, keeping an eye out for marmots and other native animals, with the chance to hear a conservation talk by a Swiss ranger, to learn about local wildlife and flora. With the day free, there is plenty of time for shopping for delectable chocolate and glamorous Swiss watches in the traffic-free Old Town. Perhaps venture into the countryside for a delightful horse-drawn carriage ride and meet the local farmers? At night, you are offered a fine selection of restaurants to choose from for your Dine-Around Evening.

  • Day 25 Day 25: Legends Along The Rhine
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 25: Legends Along The Rhine

      Enjoy travelling through Germany and follow the Rhine Valley north to Kรถnigswinter.

  • Day 26 Day 26: The Canals Of Amsterdam
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 26: The Canals Of Amsterdam

      Delight in a private estate viewing of one of the famous Rhineland castles and learn more about these living cultural monuments situated along the Middle Rhine. Continue your travels to Amsterdam. The best way to see this remarkable city is from the water as you cruise through the canal district, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Admire the elegant merchant houses from the 16th and 17th centuries, their facades are a reflection of when trade flourished during Amsterdam's Golden Age. Relax as you pass stunning gables, beautiful churches and the iconic Magere Brug, better known as the Skinny Bridge. In the evening, toast your adventure and new-found friends during a Celebration Dinner at a local restaurant.

  • Day 27 Day 27: Depart Amsterdam
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 27: Depart Amsterdam

      After breakfast, transfers arrive at Amsterdam's Schiphol Airport at 08:00 and 10:00.

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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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