Itinerary
- Day 1
Madrid
You'll arrive in Madrid and check into your hotel, then have the rest of the day at your own pace. Later, a transfer takes you to Plaza Mayor and La Latina, where nightlife kicks off and you can grab tapas. There's a good mix of restaurants around, from Indian and Chinese to Spanish and Middle Eastern options, so you'll find something you like for dinner.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Praga), Hotel (Axor Feria), Hotel (Novotel Campo De Las Naciones)
Optional Activities
- Dinner at restaurant in Plaza Mayor or La Latina (Indian, Chinese, Spanish, or Middle Eastern cuisine)
Landmarks/POIs Plaza Mayor La Latina 
- Day 2
Madrid
This morning starts with a comprehensive tour through central Madrid, hitting Paseo del Prado, Cibeles, Neptuno, Puerta de Alcalá, Plaza de Colón, and Plaza Mayor. After that, head to Retiro Park to walk around the lake and see Palacio de Cristal. Santiago Bernabéu Stadium, home of Real Madrid, is next on the itinerary. You'll have the afternoon free to do your own thing, then a transfer gets you back to your hotel by evening.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Praga), Hotel (Axor Feria), Hotel (Novotel Campo De Las Naciones)
Included Activities
- Comprehensive tour of central Madrid (Paseo del Prado, Cibeles, Neptuno, Puerta de Alcalá, Plaza de Colón, Plaza Mayor)
- Visit to Retiro Park including lake and Palacio de Cristal
- Admission to Santiago Bernabéu Stadium
Landmarks/POIs Paseo del Prado Cibeles Puerta de Alcalá Plaza de Colón Plaza Mayor Retiro Park Palacio de Cristal Santiago Bernabéu Stadium 
- Day 3
Madrid to Barcelona
The route takes you through Castile toward Aragon, with a stop in Zaragoza to see the Cathedral-Basilica of Our Lady of the Pillar. From there, continue to Poblet Abbey, one of the best-preserved medieval monasteries in Europe. Later in the day you'll head toward Barcelona, arriving in the evening after the journey through the countryside.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Ac Hotel Som By Marriott), Hotel (Porta Fira), Hotel (Catalonia Barcelona 505), Hotel (Acta Voraport)
Included Activities
- Visit to Cathedral-Basilica of Our Lady of the Pillar in Zaragoza
- Visit to Poblet Abbey with admission included
Landmarks/POIs Cathedral-Basilica of Our Lady of the Pillar Poblet Abbey 
- Day 4
Barcelona to Girona
Barcelona's the focus today with its modernist architecture, the busy Ramblas, and historical sites throughout the city. In the evening, you'll head north into Catalonia and walk through Girona's historic center, checking out the colorful houses and old Jewish quarter. The impressive cathedral is there too before you settle into your hotel for the night.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Best Western Premier Cmc Girona)
Included Activities
- Panoramic tour of Barcelona featuring Gaudí's architecture and Ramblas
- Walking tour of Girona's historic center
Landmarks/POIs Ramblas Girona Cathedral Girona Jewish Quarter 
- Day 5
Girona to Chambéry
Early on you'll cross into France through Provence, stopping in Arles, a UNESCO World Heritage city with strong Van Gogh connections. You'll see the Roman theater and Romanesque churches with time to look around and eat lunch. Carrières des Lumières, an underground art experience in an ancient quarry with projected images and sound, comes next. By evening you'll arrive in Chambéry, a medieval city and former capital of Savoy with a historic center and large castle to explore.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Kyriad Chambery Centre)
Included Activities
- Visit to Arles including Roman theater and Romanesque churches
- Visit to Carrières des Lumières underground art experience
Optional Activities
- Visit to Pont du Gard (Roman aqueduct) - available if Carrières des Lumières show is unavailable due to high demand
Landmarks/POIs Arles Roman Theater Carrières des Lumières Pont du Gard - Day 6
Chambéry to Leysin
You're heading to Switzerland and arrive in Geneva. Start with Palais des Nations, the European headquarters of the United Nations, then walk through the English Garden to see the famous flower clock. The Jet d'Eau, Europe's tallest fountain, is nearby. Later you'll reach Gruyères, known for its cheese, and stop at Maison Cailler Chocolate Factory to taste some chocolate. From there, travel through Alpine scenery to Chillon Castle on Lake Geneva before arriving in Leysin, a holiday village with views of the Rhône Valley and Mont Blanc.
- Meals
- Dinner
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Alpine Classic Hotel Leysin), Hotel (Campanile Martigny), Hotel (Central Residence)
Included Activities
- Visit to Palais des Nations in Geneva
- Visit to English Garden and Jet d'Eau in Geneva
- Visit to Gruyères
- Admission to Maison Cailler Chocolate Factory
- Admission to Chillon Castle
- Dinner included
Landmarks/POIs Palais des Nations English Garden Jet d'Eau Gruyères Maison Cailler Chocolate Factory Chillon Castle Lake Geneva 
- Day 7
Leysin to Zurich
Alpine scenery is on full display today. A cable car takes you up to Glacier 3000, one of Switzerland's top spots with ice and snow year-round. You can walk on the suspended bridge between peaks, check out the Ice Cathedral, or spend time in the Fun Park. By afternoon you'll be in Interlaken for lunch, then it's on to Lucerne. You'll reach Zurich in the evening with time to explore the center before heading to your hotel.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Hotel Ibis Zurich Messe Airport), Hotel (Intercity Zurich Airport), Hotel (Mercure Zurich City), Hotel (Movenpick Airport)
Included Activities
- Cable car ride to Glacier 3000
- Access to suspended bridge between mountain peaks
- Access to Ice Cathedral
- Access to Fun Park at Glacier 3000
Landmarks/POIs Glacier 3000 Interlaken Lucerne 
- Day 8
Zurich to Paris
Leaving Zurich, you head into the Alsace region of France and stop in Strasbourg, the capital, which blends French and German influences nicely. There's time to walk around and see the city on your own. The journey continues toward Paris, where you'll arrive in the evening.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Courtyard Marriot Paris St Denis), Hotel (Mercure Paris Porte De Versailles Expo), Hotel (Mercure Ivry Quai De Seine), Hotel (Mercure Paris La Defense 5)
Included Activities
- Visit to Strasbourg
Landmarks/POIs Strasbourg 
- Day 9
Paris
Today focuses on French culture and history. The Palace of Versailles is first, with access to its gardens so you can spend time there. Back in Paris, Montmartre gets your attention, a bohemian neighborhood known for artists, painters, and cabarets. A local guide takes you on a panoramic tour showing major avenues and landmarks throughout the city before you return to your hotel for the evening.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Courtyard Marriot Paris St Denis), Hotel (Mercure Paris Porte De Versailles Expo), Hotel (Mercure Ivry Quai De Seine), Hotel (Mercure Paris La Defense 5)
Included Activities
- Panoramic city tour of Paris with local guide
Optional Activities
- Visit to Palace of Versailles (admission not included)
- Evening variety show
Landmarks/POIs Palace of Versailles Montmartre 
- Day 10
Paris to Rouen
Start in central Paris climbing the Eiffel Tower to the second floor, then take a relaxing boat cruise along the Seine. After that you'll have a free afternoon to explore Paris at your own pace. Around 4:00 p.m., head out toward Normandy and arrive in Rouen. You'll have free time in this historic city with Roman roots and medieval architecture, including a notable Gothic cathedral.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Kyriad Rouen Centre), Hotel (Ibis Rouen Center Champs De Mars), Hotel (Bb Rouen Centre Rive Gauche), Hotel (Holiday Inn Express Rouen), Hotel (Holiday Inn Rouen Centre)
Included Activities
- Visit to Eiffel Tower with admission to second floor included
- Boat cruise along the Seine
Landmarks/POIs Eiffel Tower Seine River Rouen Cathedral 
- Day 11
Rouen to London
After a stroll through Rouen's center, you'll travel to northern France and cross the English Channel by ferry to reach Canterbury, England's religious capital with a charming historic center. Continuing on to London, you'll have free time in the Tower Bridge area, one of the city's most iconic spots, before heading to your hotel.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Holiday Inn Express London Wimbledon South), Hotel (Ibis London Excel Docklands), Hotel (Novotel London Wembley), Hotel (Novotel London Brentford), Hotel (Ibis London Wembley)
Included Activities
- Walking tour of Rouen center
- Visit to Canterbury
Landmarks/POIs Canterbury Tower Bridge 
- Day 12
London
A local guide leads a panoramic tour of London covering Parliament, River Thames, and Buckingham Palace, where the Changing of the Guard might be happening depending on the dates. In the evening, you'll meet at Piccadilly and walk through Leicester Square, Chinatown, and Soho, lively areas with theaters and entertainment options. Pick a restaurant for dinner in the area before returning to your hotel.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Holiday Inn Express London Wimbledon South), Hotel (Ibis London Excel Docklands), Hotel (Novotel London Wembley), Hotel (Novotel London Brentford), Hotel (Ibis London Wembley)
Included Activities
- Panoramic city tour of London with local guide
- Visit to Parliament area
- View of River Thames
- Visit to Buckingham Palace area
Optional Activities
- Witness Changing of the Guard at Buckingham Palace (depending on dates)
- Dinner at restaurant in Leicester Square, Chinatown, or Soho area
Landmarks/POIs Parliament Buckingham Palace River Thames Piccadilly Leicester Square Chinatown Soho 
- Day 13
London to Harwich
The British Museum comes first with free time to see cultures from around the globe. From there, head to Camden, known for its vibrant street market where you can find unique items and have lunch. Around 4:00 p.m., head to Colchester, England's oldest recorded town, for a leisurely walk through its historic streets. Later you'll travel to Harwich to board the ferry for an overnight voyage to the Netherlands, staying in en suite cabins.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Harwick-hoek Van Holland)
Included Activities
- Visit to British Museum
- Visit to Camden district and market
- Visit to Colchester
- Overnight ferry voyage to Netherlands with en suite cabin
Landmarks/POIs British Museum Camden Colchester 
- Day 14
Netherlands - Amsterdam
You'll arrive in the Netherlands at Hoek van Holland around 8:00 a.m. First, visit Volendam, a charming fishing village, then travel to Amsterdam. A guided tour shows the iconic windmill and Rembrandt statue, the South District with its contemporary feel, and the century-old diamond cutting trade at Museum Square. The tour ends in the heart of the city, then you'll have free time to explore on your own.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Park Plaza Amsterdam Airport), Hotel (Amedia Amsterdam Airport), Hotel (Holiday Inn Sloterdijk Station)
Included Activities
- Visit to Volendam
- Guided tour of Amsterdam featuring windmill, Rembrandt statue, South District, and diamond cutting workshop at Museum Square
Landmarks/POIs Volendam Museum Square 
- Day 15
Amsterdam to Berlin
Leaving Amsterdam toward Germany, the first stop is Hamelin, a picturesque town with shops and streets connected to the Pied Piper fairy tale. You'll pass through Marienborn, the former border between East and West Germany until 1990, before reaching Berlin in the evening.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Mercure Berlin Tempelhof), Hotel (Holiday Inn Berlin City West), Hotel (Vienna House Andel´s Berlin)
Included Activities
- Visit to Hamelin
Landmarks/POIs Hamelin Marienborn 
- Day 16
Berlin
A local guide leads you through Berlin's culture and history on a comprehensive tour. From your coach, you'll see Museum Island, the Television Tower, main shopping streets, the old cathedral damaged in World War II, Brandenburg Gate, Reichstag, and expansive parks throughout the city. The Holocaust Memorial and Berlin Wall Memorial Museum are two important stops reflecting Germany's 20th-century history. You'll have the afternoon free to explore, then later a transfer takes you to the lively Kantstrasse area for the evening.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Mercure Berlin Tempelhof), Hotel (Holiday Inn Berlin City West), Hotel (Vienna House Andel´s Berlin)
Included Activities
- Panoramic city tour of Berlin with local guide
- Visit to Museum Island
- Visit to Television Tower area
- View of Brandenburg Gate
- View of Reichstag
- Visit to Holocaust Memorial
- Visit to Berlin Wall Memorial Museum
Landmarks/POIs Museum Island Television Tower Brandenburg Gate Reichstag Holocaust Memorial Berlin Wall Memorial Museum Kantstrasse 
- Day 17
Departure
After breakfast, your tour concludes, and you'll head home with lasting memories from the journey through Spain, Switzerland, France, England, the Netherlands, and Germany.
- Meals
- Breakfast
