About the tour
A relaxed Europe tour meant for those travelers who wish to experience Europe at leisure. The tour covers all the major sights in Europe, while staying at comfortable 4 star hotels in major cities (within a radius of 6-8 km from the city center). Travelers will have access and free time to enjoy cities on their own and also indulge in shopping. There is a experienced tour manager (speaks Hindi and English) accompanying the group who will guide them for whatever they need on trip. All meals (lunches and dinners) are included and shall be done at Indian restaurants.
Highlights
- Stay in good 4 star hotels in Europe (in City Center)
- Daily Continental Breakfasts
- 10 Indian Jain/Vegetarian/Non-Vegetarian Lunches
- 11 Indian Jain/Vegetarian/Non-Vegetarian Dinners
- All Transfers and Tours by Luxury AC Coach
- Schengen Visa Charges and Travel Insurance Included
- Guaranteed Schengen Visa Appointments
- Services of a English/Hindi Experienced Tour Manager
Meals
12 Continental Breakfast, 11 Indian Lunches and 12 Indian Dinners (Choice of Veg/Non Veg/Jain Food)
Flights
To and Fro Flights Included (into Paris out of Milan)
Accommodation
citizenM Paris Gare de Lyon or Similar
3 night(s) in Paris
Leonardo Royal Hotel Amsterdam or Similar
2 night(s) in Amsterdam
Leonardo Royal Hotel Cologne Bonn Airport or Similar
1 night(s) in Cologne
Crowne Plaza Zürich, an IHG Hotel or Similar
3 night(s) in Zurich
Four Points by Sheraton Padova or Similar
1 night(s) in Padova
B&B Hotel Arezzo or Similar
2 night(s) in Arezzo
Included in the price
Paris
- City tour with a local guide
- Multiple Entry Schengen Visa (with Guaranteed Visa Appointments)
- Standard Travel Insurance
- Visit to the 3rd level of the Eiffel Tower
- Enjoy a fun-filled day at Disneyland Paris
- Daily Indian Lunches and Dinners
Amsterdam
- Photo stop at the Atomium
- The magnificent Grand Place and Manneken Pis Statue
- Enjoy sights of Amsterdam on a Canal Cruise
- Walk through the world’s largest and the most beautiful floral display at Keukenhof (till 15th May)
- Visit Netherlands in Miniature at the Madurodam (post 15th May)
- Visit Zaanse Schans Windmills, Volendam, Edam and Marken
- Experience Amsterdam Night Life
- Daily Indian Lunches and Dinners
Cologne
- Visit the heart of beautiful Black Forest
- Demonstration of cuckoo clock making
- Visit the gothic masterpiece Cologne Cathedral
- Daily Indian Lunches and Dinners
Zurich
- Orientation Tour of Interlaken with optional Jungfrau
- Full Orientation tour of Lucerne
- Ride in the world’s first revolving cable car
- View the magnification Rhine Falls at Schaffhausen
- Witness breath-taking mountain peaks and glaciers at Mt. Titlis
- Zurich Orientation Tour covering Bahnofstrasse, Zurich Lake, Grossmunster and Fraumunster
- Daily Indian Lunches and Dinners
Padova
- Stop by the Picturesque Lake Como on the way to Milan
- Witness the magnificient Duomo at Milan
- Spend some time shopping at the Galleria Vittorio Emanuele at Milan
- St. Mark’s square by Private boat
- Enjoy a classic Venetian Gondola ride
- Daily Indian lunches and dinners
Arezzo
- Visit Square of Miracles
- Photo-stop at the Leaning Tower of Pisa
- Florence Guided City Tour with Visit to Piazzale Michaelangelo
- Visit the magnificent St. Peter’s Basilica
- Guided City tour of Rome with Visit to the Colosseum
- Visit to Trevi Fountain
- Daily Indian lunches and dinners
Paris
- City tour with a local guide
- Multiple Entry Schengen Visa (with Guaranteed Visa Appointments)
- Standard Travel Insurance
- Visit to the 3rd level of the Eiffel Tower
- Enjoy a fun-filled day at Disneyland Paris
- Daily Indian Lunches and Dinners
Amsterdam
- Photo stop at the Atomium
- The magnificent Grand Place and Manneken Pis Statue
- Enjoy sights of Amsterdam on a Canal Cruise
- Walk through the world’s largest and the most beautiful floral display at Keukenhof (till 15th May)
- Visit Netherlands in Miniature at the Madurodam (post 15th May)
- Visit Zaanse Schans Windmills, Volendam, Edam and Marken
- Experience Amsterdam Night Life
- Daily Indian Lunches and Dinners
Cologne
- Visit the heart of beautiful Black Forest
- Demonstration of cuckoo clock making
- Visit the gothic masterpiece Cologne Cathedral
- Daily Indian Lunches and Dinners
Zurich
- Orientation Tour of Interlaken with optional Jungfrau
- Full Orientation tour of Lucerne
- Ride in the world’s first revolving cable car
- View the magnification Rhine Falls at Schaffhausen
- Witness breath-taking mountain peaks and glaciers at Mt. Titlis
- Zurich Orientation Tour covering Bahnofstrasse, Zurich Lake, Grossmunster and Fraumunster
- Daily Indian Lunches and Dinners
Padova
- Stop by the Picturesque Lake Como on the way to Milan
- Witness the magnificient Duomo at Milan
- Spend some time shopping at the Galleria Vittorio Emanuele at Milan
- St. Mark’s square by Private boat
- Enjoy a classic Venetian Gondola ride
- Daily Indian lunches and dinners
Arezzo
- Visit Square of Miracles
- Photo-stop at the Leaning Tower of Pisa
- Florence Guided City Tour with Visit to Piazzale Michaelangelo
- Visit the magnificent St. Peter’s Basilica
- Guided City tour of Rome with Visit to the Colosseum
- Visit to Trevi Fountain
- Daily Indian lunches and dinners
Day-wise Itinerary
ExpandDay 1: Arrive Into Paris - The City Of Romance, Lights And Glamour
- Welcome! Today we board our flight to one of the most beautiful & fashionable city - Paris. Get greeted by your Friendly Travel Professional on arrival, who will later escort you to your hotel and assist with your check in. After checking in, relax in the comfort of your hotel.
- Overnight in Paris.
- (Dinner)
Day 2: Guided City Tour Of Paris. Visit To Eiffel Tower 3rd Level. Enjoy A Romantic Cruise On The 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 top of 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. 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.
- (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner)
Day 3: Enjoy Your Fun Filled Day At Disneyland® Paris
- 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, Packed Lunch, Dinner)
Day 4: Onto Brussels. Visit Grand Place And Manneken Pis Statue Photo Stop At Atomium And Transfer To Amsterdam
- Today we proceed to Brussels, Headquarters of the European Union and 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 and stop for a photograph at the Atomium. Later we moved to the Netherlands where we will reach our hotel in Amsterdam (near Schipol) by evening and check-in. You will have free time to go into the city (on your own) and enjoy the Amsterdam night life. Overnight in Amsterdam.
- (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 5: Visit Zaanse Schans Windmills, Volendam, Edam And Marken. Enjoy Amsterdam Nightlife
- This morning after breakfast depart for the small fishing town of Marken, renowned for its preservation of traditional Dutch culture. Take a walking tour through streets full of colorful houses. Next we board the Marken Express for a boat trip across the beautiful IJssel Lake. On arrival in Volendam, enjoy free time to explore the shops or try on a traditional costume for a souvenir photo. Then, enjoy a tasting at a traditional Holland cheese factory and learn how cheese is made before continuing into the heart of North Holland to Edam. Discover the history of the former shipyard and see Grote Kerk, the largest church in the Netherlands, as you stroll the cobbled streets. Next, take in the last stop on your tour, the open-air museum of Zaanse Schans. Admire its magnificent collection of historic windmills. Finally, marvel at the picturesque homes, wooden barns, and scenic meadows of North Holland as you travel back to Amsterdam by coach. We will have the evening free for leisure and enjoying the nightlife of Amsterdam.
- (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 6: Visit Keukenhof Gardens (Till 15th May) Or The Madurodam (From 16th May). Amsterdam Canal Cruise - Transfer To Cologne.
- This morning after breakfast we proceeded to the city of Lisse to tour the legendary Keukenhof Gardens (till 15th May). Be astounded by the vast numbers of tulips, daffodils and hyacinths, that create dazzling ranges of color. From 16th 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, airport and other Holland attractions.
- 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. In the afternoon we will do a short orientation tour of Amsterdam where we will spend time at Dam Square. Along the way, marvel at the monuments of Dam Square, including the Royal Palace and Nieuwe Kirk.
- We then drive towards Cologne, a 2000 years old city spanning the Rhine river and famous for Eau de Cologne.Overnight in Germany.
- (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 7: Visit The Cologne Cathedral. 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 start by visiting the Cologne Cathedral. 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. You can opt for a thrilling experience at Rhine Falls with a boat ride (at additional cost). Later drive to your hotel.Overnight in Central Switzerland.
- (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 8: A Magical Alpine Excursion To The Top Of Europe - The Amazing Jungfraujoch And Scenic Interlaken. (Optional Tour At Extra Cost)
- Get set for a memorable magical alpine excursion to Jungfraujoch – The Top of Europe, a high–point of your tour. This tour is not included and can be added at extra cost. 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 artists 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 9: Zurich City Sightseeing - Visit Mt. Titlis- Enjoy The World’s First Rotating Cable Car, Rotair – To The Top Of Mt. Titlis At 3,020 Meters
- Today our day starts by exploring Zurich. See the highlights of Zürich, such as the castle-like National Museum, the shopping avenue of Bahnhofstrasse, and the famous financial district. Stop at the picturesque harbor of Enge and enjoy the beautiful vistas of the crystal-clear Lake Zürich. See the patriarchal guild houses, Zürich Town Hall, and Europe's largest clock face on the Romanesque church of St. Peter. See the imposing cathedral of Grossmünster, and look at the Fraumünster church, whose stained-glass windows are by Marc Chagall.
- We drive to the small and beautiful town of Engelberg. Enjoy amazing scenery, a once in a lifetime experience with an exhilarating trip to the top of Mt Titlis at 3020 meters 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 (Chapel Bridge) with some free time to shop for famous Swiss watches, knives and chocolates.
- Overnight in Central Switzerland.
- (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 10: Visit The Picturesque Lake Como - Milan Duomo And Galleria Vittorio - Transfer To Padova
- Relax in your coach as you take a scenic drive to Italy. We will first stop at the world famous and picturesque Lake Como. Spend time clicking pics around the lake. Later we continue our journey to the fashion capital of the world, Milan. We will visit the Milan Duomo and the Galleria Vittorio in the heart of the city. Our onward journey will continue to the town of Padova where we shall spend the night.
- (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 11: Welcome To Venice - The Floating City Of Italy. Enjoy Gondola Ride - Florence Guided City Tour - Shopping And Piazzale Michelangelo
- 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 ride 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 interrogation rooms at the Doge’s Palace. 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.
- Later we proceed to Florence – the cradle of the Renaissance. 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. We also have some free time for shopping in Florence before driving to the Tuscany region where we spend our night. Overnight in the Tuscany region.
- (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 12: Visit Rome, The Eternal City. Visit The World’s Smallest Country – The Vatican City & 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). Visit the divinely beautiful basilica of St. Peter’s. Get mesmerized by the works of Michelangelo and Bernini. We continue and then drive to view the magnificent Colosseum, a vast amphitheater 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. Later we drive back to Arezzo for an overnight stay. Overnight in Arezzo.
- (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 13: View The Remarkable And Famous Leaning Tower Of Pisa. Fly Back Home
- Today is our last day in Europe. We check out and after breakfast head towards Pisa. On arrival see the Square of Miracles with the stupendous Leaning Tower of Pisa. Our journey continues towards the airport.
- 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.
- Please note: we will be reaching Milan Airport towards evening so in case you are not booking flights along with the tour, then make sure the flight departure is after 7 pm.
Exclusions
Expand- Tipping is expected from anyone providing your service e.g. Coach Driver, Local Guides, etc. It is mandatory to tip a nominal amount of EUR 3 per person/per day. For the entire duration of this tour which is 13 Days, the total Tips amount is Euro 39 per person to be paid to the Tour Manager on Day 01 of the tour.
- The tour cost does not include POE charges
- No porterage included
- Private airport transfers, Cost of Suggested/Optional Excursions
- Any expenses of personal nature such as porterage, laundry expenses, wines, mineral water, food and drink not in the regular menu provided by us, minibar, telephone calls, etc.
- Meals other than that what is mentioned in your itinerary.
Terms and Conditions
Expand- Booking amount is minimum Rs.30,000 per person if booking is done 45 days before travel.
- Within 21-45 days of travel minimum 25% booking deposit is required to confirm the booking.
- Within 21 days of travel 100% of the amount is required to confirm the booking.
- Passport should be valid for 6 months from the date of departure
- The tour includes Flights, Visa and Insurance.
- The Tour can be cancelled 30 days before travel by paying 10% of the tour value as cancellation charges.
- Within 15 days - 30 days of travel the tour can be cancelled by paying 50% of the cancellation charge.
- Within 15 days the tour is completely non-refundable.
- Please note the tour cost is a combination of EUR component and INR price. The EUR component for the tour is 1200 EUR (currently taken at a ROE of 87 per INR). If there are any changes in EUR and ROE (Rate of Exchange) of EUR to INR increases beyond 90 at the time of travel, the difference will be payable extra and collected at the time of balance payment.
- In case of any visa rejection, the initial Rs. 30,000 booking amount will be charged and the balance will be refunded.
