Itinerary
- Day 1
Madrid
You'll arrive in Madrid and get settled at your hotel. After that, you have free time to rest or explore on your own before a welcome meeting. Later in the evening, head to Plaza Mayor and La Latina where you can pick a restaurant that appeals to you for tapas and dinner.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Praga), Hotel (Axor Feria), Hotel (Novotel Campo De Las Naciones)
Optional Activities
- Dinner at a restaurant in Plaza Mayor and La Latina (cuisines available: Indian, Chinese, Spanish, Middle Eastern)
Landmarks Plaza Mayor La Latina 
- Day 2
Madrid
This morning starts with a guided tour through central Madrid covering Paseo del Prado, Cibeles, Neptuno, Puerta de Alcalá, Plaza de Colón, and Plaza Mayor. From there, you'll move to Retiro Park to see the lake and Palacio de Cristal. The tour continues to Santiago Bernabéu Stadium, home of Real Madrid. The rest of the afternoon is yours to do as you like, then you'll transfer back to the hotel in the 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 and Palacio de Cristal
- Admission to Santiago Bernabéu Stadium
Landmarks 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
You'll depart for Aragon, traveling through Castile and stopping in Zaragoza to visit the Cathedral-Basilica of Our Lady of the Pillar. The journey continues to Poblet Abbey, one of Europe's best-preserved medieval monasteries. From there, head toward Barcelona where you'll arrive later in the evening.
- 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
- Admission to Poblet Abbey
Landmarks Cathedral-Basilica of Our Lady of the Pillar Poblet Abbey 
- Day 4
Barcelona to Girona
Start this morning exploring the City of Counts with a focus on Gaudí's modernist architecture, the bustling Ramblas, and Barcelona's history. In the evening, travel north to Catalonia for a walking tour through Girona's historic center, where you'll see colorful houses, the old Jewish quarter, and the impressive cathedral.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Best Western Premier Cmc Girona)
Included Activities
- Guided tour of Barcelona city center
Optional Activities
- Walking tour of Girona's historic center, old Jewish quarter, and cathedral
Landmarks Las Ramblas Sagrada Familia Girona Cathedral 
- Day 5
Girona to Chambéry
Head to France through the Provence region, stopping in Arles, a UNESCO World Heritage city known for its Van Gogh connections. You'll visit the Roman theater and Romanesque churches here. Next, experience Carrières des Lumières, an underground art space in an ancient quarry with art, images, and sound displays. By evening, arrive in Chambéry, the medieval capital of Savoy.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Kyriad Chambery Centre)
Included Activities
- Visit to Arles with time to explore Roman theater and Romanesque churches
- Admission to Carrières des Lumières art show
Landmarks Roman Theater of Arles Carrières des Lumières Chambéry Castle 
- Day 6
Chambéry to Leysin
Journey to Switzerland, arriving in Geneva. Check out Palais des Nations (UN headquarters in Europe), the English Garden with its flower clock, and the Jet d'Eau fountain. Then head to Gruyères, a charming walled village famous for cheese, and visit the Maison Cailler Chocolate Factory. Stop at Chillon Castle on Lake Geneva shores. You'll arrive in Leysin, a holiday village with views of the Rhône Valley and Mont Blanc, where dinner is included.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Breakfast buffet), 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 village
- Admission to Maison Cailler Chocolate Factory
- Admission to Chillon Castle
Optional Activities
- Visit to nearby Nestlé chocolate factories
Landmarks Palais des Nations Jet d'Eau English Garden Gruyères Maison Cailler Chillon Castle 
- Day 7
Leysin to Zurich
Ascend to Glacier 3000 by cable car to see mountain scenery and year-round ice and snow. Walk on the suspended bridge between peaks, explore the Ice Cathedral, or check out the Fun Park. Stop in Interlaken for lunch, then continue to Lucerne. By evening, you'll arrive in Zurich with time to explore the center.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Intercity Zurich Airport), Hotel (Mercure Zurich City), Hotel (Movenpick Airport)
Included Activities
- Cable car ride to Glacier 3000
- Access to Glacier 3000 attractions (suspended bridge, Ice Cathedral, Fun Park)
Landmarks Glacier 3000 Interlaken Lucerne 
- Day 8
Zurich to Milan
Head out early from Zurich, crossing the Alps to reach the Italian-speaking part of Switzerland. Stop in Bellinzona to see three UNESCO World Heritage medieval castles on the hills with free time to wander the charming center. Later, travel to Como, Italy for lunch at this Lombardy gem with beautiful lakeside gardens and a cathedral. From there, go to Milan and visit Piazza del Duomo with your guide before heading to the hotel.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Ih Milano Lorenteggio), Hotel (Nh Milano Fiera), Hotel (Nh Milano 2), Hotel (Nh Milano 2 Residence)
Included Activities
- Visit to Bellinzona's three UNESCO World Heritage medieval castles
Landmarks Bellinzona Castles Como Cathedral Piazza del Duomo 
- Day 9
Milan to Rome
Travel to Pisa and take a small tourist train to Piazza dei Miracoli. Spend time with the famous Leaning Tower of Pisa and explore this art complex. Then head toward Rome, arriving later in the day.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Ergife), Hotel (Ibis Styles Roma Aurelia)
Included Activities
- Small tourist train ride to Piazza dei Miracoli
Landmarks Leaning Tower of Pisa Piazza dei Miracoli 
- Day 10
Rome
Start with a three-hour guided tour combining a walk through Imperial Rome with a panoramic bus ride. You'll see the Arch of Constantine, Colosseum exterior, Imperial Forums, Circus Maximus, Baths of Caracalla, Basilica of Saint Mary Major, Pyramid of Cestius, and Castel Sant'Angelo. The tour ends at Vatican City around 11:00 a.m. After that, transfer to Trastevere for the evening with its cozy restaurants and lively atmosphere, then return to the hotel around 8:30 p.m.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Ergife), Hotel (Ibis Styles Roma Aurelia)
Included Activities
- Three-hour guided tour of Imperial Rome (walking and panoramic bus)
Optional Activities
- Optional visit to Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel (70 EUR)
- Baroque Rome tour of squares and fountains (2 hrs 30 min) (40 EUR)
Landmarks Arch of Constantine Colosseum Imperial Forums Circus Maximus Baths of Caracalla Basilica of Saint Mary Major Pyramid of Cestius Castel Sant'Angelo Vatican City Trastevere 
- Day 11
Rome to Florence
Leave Rome heading north through beautiful landscapes. Upon reaching Florence, visit Piazzale Michelangelo for views of the city. Walk toward the historic center and grab lunch. A local guide then leads you through Ponte Vecchio, the Duomo, and Piazza della Signoria. You'll have the afternoon free to explore at your own pace, and the evening offers many restaurant options with various cuisines.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Nilhotel), Hotel (Raffaello), Hotel (Novotel Firenze Nord)
Included Activities
- Transfer to Piazzale Michelangelo
- Guided walking tour of Florence's historic center (Ponte Vecchio, Duomo, Piazza della Signoria)
Landmarks Piazzale Michelangelo Ponte Vecchio Florence Cathedral (Duomo) Piazza della Signoria 
- Day 12
Florence to Venice
Enjoy mountain landscapes while crossing the Apennines on your way to Venice. Take a boat across the Giudecca Canal to the Island of Venice. With a local guide, visit St. Mark's Square and tour the Murano Glass Factory to see ancient glass-making techniques. You'll have free time to explore afterward, and you'll stay in the Mestre district.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Novotel Mestre Castellana), Hotel (Delfino), Hotel (Sirio), Hotel (Smart Holiday)
Included Activities
- Boat across Giudecca Canal to Island of Venice
- Visit to St. Mark's Square with local guide
- Tour of Murano Glass Factory
Optional Activities
- Gondola ride in Venice (20 min) (40 EUR)
Landmarks St. Mark's Square Murano Glass Factory 
- Day 13
Venice to Salzburg
Depart Venice toward Austria, arriving in Innsbruck with time to stroll through the historic city center and have lunch in this Austrian Tyrolean capital. Travel through scenic mountain roads to Kitzbuehel, a famous ski resort, and explore this charming village before continuing to Salzburg, where you'll arrive by end of day.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Ibis Salzburg Nord), Hotel (Harrys Xl Salzburg)
Landmarks Innsbruck Kitzbuehel 
- Day 14
Salzburg to Vienna
Explore Salzburg this morning, Mozart's city with Renaissance and Baroque architecture. Travel through lakes and mountains to St. Wolfgang, a well-known pilgrimage site. Continue to Traunkirchen on beautiful Traunsee Lake and take an included boat cruise to see four castles on the lake before disembarking in Gmunden. Later, travel to Vienna, arriving in the evening.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Breakfast buffet), Dinner
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Rainers Hotel Vienna), Hotel (Moxy Vienna City East), Hotel (Novum Prinz Eugene)
Included Activities
- Guided tour of Salzburg
- Cruise on Traunsee Lake to see four castles
Landmarks Salzburg Castle St. Wolfgang Traunsee Lake 
- Day 15
Vienna
Take a panoramic tour of Vienna with a local guide exploring majestic avenues, beautiful palaces, large parks, and the vibrant city center. The afternoon is free for your own exploration. In the evening, transfer to Grinzing district, an old wine-growing village known for traditional taverns, where you can dine at your choosing.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Rainers Hotel Vienna), Hotel (Moxy Vienna City East), Hotel (Novum Prinz Eugene)
Included Activities
- Panoramic tour of Vienna with local guide
Optional Activities
- Valses in Vienna concert in baroque palace (1 hr 30 min) (55 EUR)
Landmarks Grinzing 
- Day 16
Vienna to Budapest
After about three hours of travel, arrive in Budapest, the capital of Hungary. First stop is the lively Vaci utca street with free time for lunch. Follow with an included boat trip on the Danube River to see historic Buda and cosmopolitan Pest with excellent views. Begin a panoramic tour of the Queen of the Danube with free time afterward. An optional Magyar folklore and dinner show is available in the evening (70 EUR with dinner included).
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Danubius Arena), Hotel (Mercure Budapest Castle Hill), Hotel (Radisson Budapest Budapart), Hotel (Tribe Budapest Stadium)
Included Activities
- Boat trip on the Danube River
Optional Activities
- Magyar folklore and dinner show with traditional Hungarian dinner (2 hrs) (70 EUR)
Landmarks Váci utca Danube River Buda Pest 
- Day 17
Budapest to Prague
Leave Budapest early and head to Bratislava, the capital of Slovakia, a charming city along the Danube with an attractive historic center. You'll have time to explore and enjoy lunch here. Continue to the Czech Republic, arriving in Prague in the evening. Transfer to Old Town Square for a fantastic introduction to the city, with dinner options available for Czech, Chinese, Indian, and Italian cuisines before returning to your hotel.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Panorama Hotel Prague), Hotel (Olympik Congress), Hotel (Duo), Hotel (Comfort Prague City East)
Landmarks Bratislava Old Town Square 
- Day 18
Prague
Visit Prague, the Baroque jewel of Europe. A local guide leads an informative panoramic tour highlighting the city's outstanding monuments. Visit Prague Castle with admission included. Take a boat ride on the Vltava River. The afternoon is free to explore the city on your own.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Panorama Hotel Prague), Hotel (Olympik Congress), Hotel (Duo), Hotel (Comfort Prague City East)
Included Activities
- Panoramic tour of Prague with local guide
- Admission to Prague Castle
- Boat ride on the Vltava River
Landmarks Prague Castle Vltava River 
- Day 19
Prague to Frankfurt
Depart early from Prague, stopping in Pilsen in western Bohemia, a city known for its beer. Stroll through the historic center and see the Old Town Square, cathedral, Plague Column, and Renaissance-era town hall. Cross into Germany and follow part of the Romantic Road. Visit Rothenburg, a fairytale-like town considered one of Germany's most beautiful villages. Head to Frankfurt, the financial capital of Germany, arriving in the evening with free time in the historic city center offering various cuisine options.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Ibis Frankfurt City Messe), Hotel (Best Western Macrander Frankfurt), Hotel (Crowne Plaza Frankfurt Congress), Hotel (Frankfurt Messe Affiliated By Melia)
Landmarks Pilsen Old Town Square (Pilsen) Rothenburg 
- Day 20
Frankfurt to Amsterdam
Take a scenic cruise on the Rhine between Rüdesheim and St. Goar, the river's most picturesque section. Travel to Cologne, known for its immense Gothic cathedral. Head to Holland and arrive in Amsterdam in the evening.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Park Plaza Amsterdam Airport), Hotel (Ibis Amsterdam City West), Hotel (Holiday Inn Express Amsterdam Arena Towers)
Included Activities
- Scenic cruise on the Rhine between Rüdesheim and St. Goar
Landmarks Rhine River Rüdesheim St. Goar Cologne Cathedral 
- Day 21
Amsterdam area
Visit picturesque places representing Holland at its best. Start at Zaanse Schans with charming houses, canals, and windmills. Continue to Volendam, a scenic fishing village. Take a short boat ride from Volendam to Marken, once an island now connected by dike, with traditionally stilted houses built to protect from flooding. The afternoon includes a guided tour of Amsterdam covering windmills, the Rembrandt statue, the South District's contemporary elegance, and centuries-old diamond cutting at Museum Square. The tour ends in the city heart where you'll have free time to explore Amsterdam's famous canals, markets, and cafés.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Park Plaza Amsterdam Airport), Hotel (Ibis Amsterdam City West), Hotel (Holiday Inn Express Amsterdam Arena Towers)
Included Activities
- Visit to Zaanse Schans
- Visit to Volendam
- Boat ride to Marken
- Guided tour of Amsterdam (windmills, Rembrandt statue, South District, Museum Square diamond cutting workshop)
Landmarks Zaanse Schans Volendam Marken Rembrandt Statue Museum Square 
- Day 22
Amsterdam to Paris
Head to Bruges, a charming medieval city called the Venice of the North because of its scenic canals. Experience the magical atmosphere with cobblestone streets, historic buildings, and romantic bridges. You can optionally climb Belfry Tower for views of the city, try Belgian chocolate or local craft beer. Continue to Paris, arriving by end of day.
- 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)
Optional Activities
- Climb Belfry Tower in Bruges for views
- Belgian chocolate tasting
- Local craft beer tasting
Landmarks Bruges Belfry Tower 
- Day 23
Paris
Spend time exploring the magnificent Palace of Versailles and its gorgeous gardens. Return to Paris and visit Montmartre, a charming bohemian neighborhood famous for artists, painters, and cabarets. Enjoy a panoramic city tour with a local guide showcasing impressive avenues and iconic monuments before returning to your hotel. An optional evening variety show is available.
- 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 (entrance not included)
- Optional evening variety show
Landmarks Palace of Versailles Montmartre 
- Day 24
Paris
Start in central Paris with a visit to the iconic Eiffel Tower and ascend to the second floor (tickets included). Enjoy a relaxing boat cruise along the Seine lasting approximately one hour and fifteen minutes. The afternoon is free to explore the city at your own pace, and the tour ends with wonderful and lasting memories.
Included Activities
- Visit to Eiffel Tower with admission to second floor
- Relaxing boat cruise along the Seine (approximately 1 hour 15 minutes)
Optional Activities
- Paris by Night tour (3 hrs) (40 EUR)
- Moulin Rouge show 21:00 hrs (2 hrs) (170 EUR)
- Moulin Rouge show 23:00 hrs (2 hrs) (160 EUR)
Landmarks Eiffel Tower Seine River
