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European Highlights (Winter, End Paris)

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Itinerary

  1. Intro

    Introduction

  2. Day 1

    Amsterdam

    Amsterdam
    Meals
    Dinner (Light dinner and drinks on scenic canal cruise)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Mercure City)

    Included Activities

    • Scenic canal cruise with light dinner and drinks

    Optional Activities

    • Explore Amsterdam at your own pace before the evening cruise
    Landmarks
    Amsterdam Canals
  3. Day 2

    Rhineland - Heidelberg

    Rhineland - Heidelberg
    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner (Be My Guest experience: Dinner at family-owned Weingut Wehweck vineyard)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Leonardo)

    Included Activities

    • Scenic river cruise in the Rhineland
    • Visit Heidelberg and red sandstone castle ruins
    • Be My Guest experience: tour of Weingut Wehweck vineyard and dinner with local family
    Landmarks
    Heidelberg Castle
    Lorelei Rock
    St. Goar
  4. Day 3

    Heidelberg to Lucerne

    Heidelberg to Lucerne
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Astoria)

    Included Activities

    • Visit cuckoo clock factory in Black Forest
    • Scenic drive through Alpine landscape
    • Visit Rhine Falls in Schaffhausen
    • MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience: Swiss chocolate tasting from Max Chocolatier's boutique
    • Exploration of Max Chocolatier's family-run boutique
    Landmarks
    Black Forest
    Rhine Falls
    Lake Lucerne
  5. Day 4

    Lucerne

    Lucerne
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Astoria)

    Included Activities

    • Morning orientation with Travel Director
    • Cross Chapel Bridge
    • Visit Lion Monument

    Optional Activities

    • Ascend surrounding mountains for panoramic alpine views
    • Wander along the tranquil lake shore
    • Stroll around the city admiring decorative signposts and ornate facades
    • Shop in the Old Town for Swiss souvenirs and chocolates
    Landmarks
    Chapel Bridge
    Lion Monument
    Lucerne Old Town
  6. Day 5

    Lucerne to Paris

    Lucerne to Paris
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Renaissance La Défense)

    Included Activities

    • Scenic drive through Burgundy Wine Region

    Optional Activities

    • Join an Optional Experience to a Parisian Cabaret
    Landmarks
    Alsace Region
    Maginot Line
    Burgundy Wine Region
  7. Day 6

    Paris

    Paris
    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner (Dinner with travel companions and Travel Director)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Renaissance La Défense)

    Included Activities

    • Guided tour with Local Specialist exploring Paris
    • View Champs-Élysées
    • View Arc de Triomphe
    • View Eiffel Tower
    • View Notre Dame Cathedral
    • Stroll through Latin Quarter
    • Explore city gardens, avenues and lanes
    Landmarks
    Champs-Élysées
    Arc de Triomphe
    Eiffel Tower
    Notre Dame Cathedral
    Latin Quarter
  8. Day 7

    Paris

    Paris
    Meals
    Breakfast

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4.6
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  • Coralee5.0•May 2025
    This is the only way to travel when in an unfamiliar place.
    Traveled in April 2025
    Reply from: Trafalgar
    Thank you for your feedback, we are delighted that you have enjoyed the tour and found it to be the best way to travel with in a different country. Thank you for being our guest.
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  • Hwei
    Hwei5.0•December 2024
    MJ, Tour Director, was really good. Sigrid, the Driver, was really good. Thank you for the smooth and safe journey!
    Traveled in November 2024
    Reply from: Trafalgar
    Thank you for sharing your feedback with us. We are very pleased to learn that you considered the services provided by our On The Road Team to be exceptional. Their commitment is a great asset to our company, and we strive to create the best experience possible for all our guests. We sincerely hope to welcome you back in the future.
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  • Craig5.0•September 2023
    Wonderful experience! Great hotels and included and optional experiences. Our tour director, Sarah was...
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    Traveled in September 2023
    Reply from: Trafalgar
    We appreciate your positive review and thank you for taking the time to share your experience with us. We are delighted to read that our Travel Director shared their passion for travel with you, as it is an essential part of making it a memorable trip. We look forward to welcoming you back soon for your next trip.
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  • Martin4.0•September 2023
    The tour was great you seen a lot of places in a short time. It turns out to be a faced finding mission. There's no...
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    Traveled in September 2023
    Reply from: Trafalgar
    Thank you for your feedback during your time in Europe. We understand that you may have felt that the itinerary felt rushed; however, exploring so many captivating destinations in a limited time can be quite an adventure. We always strive to include the perfect amount of time at each location for in-depth discovery, and there are certain towns where we wish to stay longer. Nonetheless, we value your feedback and have shared your concerns with our Product Development team as we constantly strive to improve our product based on our guests' input. That said, we hope you made some beautiful memories during your time with us in Europe.
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  • Rosanne4.0•January 2020
    It was good but I missed a good portion of the trip due to the death of my father and I am wondering why I can’t get...
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    Traveled in December 2019
    Reply from: Trafalgar
    Please allow us to express our sincere regret that you were not able to complete this trip due to the tragic death of your father, we are very sorry to hear of your loss. However, it is stated in our terms and conditions that there is no refund for absence or early departure from a guided holiday. It is for this reason that Trafalgar strongly suggests that our guests purchase comprehensive travel insurance prior to their departure in the unlikely event that such instances occur. As such, we would advise that you contact your travel insurance to inquire to see if they are able to assist concerning this. Nonetheless, we hope that we will have the opportunity to welcome you on one of our guided holidays in the future.
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  • Albert4.0•July 2019
    All meals should have been included in the package with possibly 1 evening on our own. Also all excursions should...
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    Traveled in July 2019
    Reply from: Trafalgar
    Thank you for having taken the time to share your feedback. We always like to know where we are going right and where we could be making improvements. We recognise that you would have liked for some of the Optional Experiences to have been included in the itinerary; however, we offer these to allow our guests to explore further or to give those that would prefer to undertake independent sightseeing or leisure time, the opportunity to do so. That said, if there are any doubts about our Optional Experiences, their full details and prices can be found either on the Trafalgar website, in our brochure or in the information pack that is sent to each of our guests before the start of every trip. We do encourage our guests to familiarise themselves with these so as to avoid any potential disappointment once the trip is already underway. Despite this, we are pleased to know that our Coach Driver has provided a more accurate representation of the quality of our standards; and we still hope that you have taken lots of lasting highlights from your time away with us.
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  • NailaAhmad4.0•July 2019
    Fantastic I appreciated the humor and little extras and personal touches added
    Traveled in June 2019
    Reply from: Trafalgar
    It’s always great to hear when our guests are returning home from our guided holidays with fond memories and we are delighted that you appreciated our unique way of travelling. Thanks for sharing your feedback on the European Highlights trip with us here at Trafalgar, and we hope that you will join us again for another shared adventure soon.
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  • Theresa5.0•May 2019
    Had a great and memorable trip.
    Traveled in May 2019
    Reply from: Trafalgar
    Here at Trafalgar, we strive to provide a safe, enjoyable and memorable travel experience for all of our guests. As such, it’s wonderful to have this reflected back to us in the form of your feedback. Thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts with us, and we hope that we will have the pleasure of welcoming you back again in the near future.
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  • RuthAlback4.5•April 2019
    Led by Kassie
    I thoroughly enjoyed the 12 day European Experience tour. Kassie Jones is an excellent organiser and has so much...
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    Traveled in March 2019
    Reply from: Trafalgar
    We love creating experiences that our guests will treasure, and paying careful attention to special requirements allows us to ensure that all of our guests can share in the same comfort when travelling with us. Therefore, we are delighted that your vacation was made easier by the personable nature and thoughtfulness of your Travel Director, Kassie. Thank you for taking the time to review your guided holiday with Trafalgar, and we hope that you will join us again soon to create many more lasting memories.
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  • Maria
    Maria5.0•January 2019
    I absolutely loved my tour. All the hotels were fantastic with the exception of the hotel we used in Germany, the...
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    Traveled in December 2018
    Reply from: Trafalgar
    Thank you for sharing your review of the European Highlights guided vacation with Trafalgar. While we are pleased to read that you enjoyed your trip overall, it's disappointing to read about your experience with the hotel staff in Germany. We expect the service from the hotel staff to be customer service oriented, and for the presentation and atmosphere of the establishment to reflect the high standards that Trafalgar is recognised for. As such, we have already shared your concerns with our Contracting Team for their review. Despite this, we hope your experiences in Europe were exceptionally uplifting and inspired the creation of many endearing memories.
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    Erica

    Asked on January 25th, 2026

    What company operates the river tour portion?

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      Erica

      Traveler•Written January 2026

      Will we be stopping at other stops or only the ones listed?

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      Erica

      Traveler•Written January 2026

      Are there any meals included with the river tour?

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      Erica

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      What are the accommodations if only 3 of us go? Does it need to be double occupancy?

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      Erica

      Traveler•Written January 2026

      Are there any unexpected charges we need to be aware of that are not included?

    • TrafalgarOperator•Written January 2026

      The river cruise included in this tour is typically a panoramic sightseeing cruise on the Rhine River. Trafalgar partners with local river cruise operators (such as KD Köln-Düsseldorfer or similar regional companies) depending on the departure date and availability. It's not a multi-day river cruise, but a short scenic segment.

    • TrafalgarOperator•Written January 2026

      The tour follows the published itinerary stops (major cities and highlights). While there may be comfort breaks, photo stops, or short detours en route, the main sightseeing destinations are those listed in the official itinerary. Any additional stops are usually logistical (meals, rest breaks) rather than new sightseeing inclusions.

    • TrafalgarOperator•Written January 2026

      The Rhine river cruise is a sightseeing excursion only. Meals are not included during this portion. Meals provided are those listed in the Trafalgar itinerary (daily breakfasts and some included dinners).

    • TrafalgarOperator•Written January 2026

      Trafalgar's tours are priced on a twin room basis (double occupancy). If three guests travel together, you can request a triple room (subject to availability). If a single traveler prefers own room, a single supplement applies.

    • TrafalgarOperator•Written January 2026

      TourRadar is an online booking platform that sells Trafalgar tours while the actual operator of the tour is Trafalgar itself. Even if you book through TourRadar, your on-the-ground experience, guides, and logistics are all managed by Trafalgar.

    • TrafalgarOperator•Written January 2026

      Trafalgar is upfront about inclusions, but you should budget for: Optional experiences/excursions (not included in base price). Meals not listed in the itinerary (e.g., most lunches, some dinners). Tips/gratuities for your Travel Director, driver, and local guides (optional but customary) if you will not opt to prepay. Personal expenses (souvenirs, drinks, hotel incidentals). City taxes in certain European destinations (small nightly charges collected directly by hotels). No hidden charges beyond these standard extras.

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    Looking for a Europe holiday for our family. Children are 17, 15 & 12.

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    • TrafalgarOperator•Written August 2025

      European Highlights is a 7-Day Europe Tour with available departure dates for November and December 2025: November 10, November 24, December 08, December 15, December 20, December 26.

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    Asked on August 5th, 2024

    When traveling on Christmas day - is special consideration made due to places being closed? Special meals etc?

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    • TrafalgarOperator•Written August 2024

      When traveling over holidays such as Christmas and New Year's, we do our best to plan so that you won't miss anything. Many main sites remain open during holidays or have hours that allow us to adjust the itinerary accordingly. We will move things around on the days to make it work so our guests miss nothing. If an inclusion is not possible due to closures, we will replace it for the guest with another experience of equal or better value. Christmas Day and New Years Eve – Festive meals are included on these special days at no extra cost.

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