Itinerary
- Day 1
Amsterdam
Start your time in Amsterdam at a local cheese farm where you'll see traditional cheese and clog-making. From there, head to Volendam, a lakeside town where you have free time and can grab lunch. After exploring the historic windmills and wooden houses at Zaanse Schans, you'll return to Amsterdam for a complimentary canal cruise with a two-course dinner onboard.
- Start point
- Amsterdam, North Holland, Netherlands (Hotel in Amsterdam, 10:00)
- Meals
- Dinner (Two-course dinner on Amsterdam canal cruise)
Included Activities
- Cheese and clogs demonstration
- Visit Zaanse Schans with historic windmills and wooden houses
- Visit Volendam lakeside town
- Dinner cruise on Amsterdam canals with two-course dinner
Landmarks Zaanse Schans Volendam 
- Day 2
Amsterdam to Rhine Valley
Travel to the Rhine Valley in Germany today. When you arrive, visit a local wine merchant for an included tasting where you can sample local wines and potentially eiswein, a sweet dessert wine harvested during below-freezing temperatures if conditions have been favorable. Then take a scenic riverboat journey from Boppard to St. Goar, cruising past the highest concentration of Gothic castles in Europe lining the riverbanks.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
Included Activities
- Wine tasting at local wine merchant in Rhine Valley
- Scenic riverboat cruise from Boppard to St. Goar viewing Gothic castles
Landmarks Rhine River Boppard St. Goar 
- Day 3
Nuremberg to Prague
Travel to Prague with a stop in Nuremberg, a Bavarian city rebuilt after WW2. Once you arrive in Prague, a local guide leads you on a walking tour through the city's architecture, quirky bars, and cobbled lanes. Prague is known for its beer and art scene. Later tonight, you'll have a group dinner with authentic Czech cuisine.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner (Authentic Czech cuisine)
Included Activities
- Visit Nuremberg, historic Bavarian city
- Guided walking tour of Prague with local guide
- Group dinner with authentic Czech cuisine
Landmarks Nuremberg 
- Day 4
Prague
You have free time in Prague to explore at your own pace and see why the city is often described as Central Europe's gem. If you're interested, join the optional Prague+ tour to check out the city's history and sights including the dramatic architecture, churches, concert halls, opera houses, and Prague Castle. In the evening, consider an optional experience with traditional Czech food, music, and dance.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Prague+ optional tour covering city's rich history and magnificent sights including churches, concert halls, opera houses, and Prague Castle
- Optional evening of traditional Czech food, music, and dance
Landmarks Prague Castle 
- Day 5
Prague to Bratislava to Vienna
Head towards Vienna with a stop in Bratislava, Slovakia's capital, surrounded by mountains, vineyards, and ski runs. You'll explore Bratislava's medieval castle and its unique Socialist architecture before continuing to Vienna. After you arrive in Austria's grand capital, a guide leads you on a walking tour of the UNESCO-listed city centre, showing you top sights like the Hofburg Palace and St. Stephen's Cathedral. Tonight includes dinner and you can optionally catch an orchestra performance at Schönbrunn Palace Orangery.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
Included Activities
- Visit Bratislava, capital of Slovakia with medieval castle and Socialist architecture
- Guided walking tour of Vienna city centre with UNESCO-listed sites
- Hofburg Palace viewing
- St. Stephen's Cathedral viewing
Optional Activities
- Orchestra performance at Schönbrunn Palace Orangery
Landmarks Hofburg Palace St. Stephen's Cathedral Schönbrunn Palace 
- Day 6
Vienna to Budapest
Leave Vienna and head to Budapest, Hungary's capital that straddles the Danube River with a mix of Baroque, Neoclassical, and Art Nouveau architecture. A local guide takes you on a driving tour through Budapest's historic heart, exploring the Buda side where you'll see the Houses of Parliament, St. Stephen's Basilica, and other landmarks. You'll spend the afternoon discovering the city on your own, and in the evening, consider an optional dinner cruise along the Danube.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Driving tour of Budapest with local guide covering historic heart and Buda side
- Views of Houses of Parliament
- Views of St. Stephen's Basilica
Optional Activities
- Optional dinner cruise along the Danube River
Landmarks Houses of Parliament St. Stephen's Basilica Danube River 
- Day 7
Budapest to Lake Balaton to Maribor to Ljubljana
Leave Budapest and journey to Lake Balaton, Hungary's popular holiday destination with nearly 200km of shoreline. It's the largest lake in central Europe and a favorite summer spot for locals. Next, you'll visit Maribor in Slovenia with free time for lunch. Your final stop is Ljubljana, Slovenia's capital. A local expert leads you on a walking tour through the fairytale castle, architecture, and natural wonders. After that, you can optionally join an excursion to explore more of Ljubljana and try traditional Slovenian cuisine.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit Lake Balaton
- Visit Maribor in Slovenia
- Locally guided walking tour of Ljubljana
Optional Activities
- Optional excursion to explore Ljubljana further and savor traditional Slovenian cuisine
Landmarks Lake Balaton Maribor Ljubljana Castle 
- Day 8
Ljubljana to Postojna to Venice
Make one final stop in Slovenia at Postojna for an optional guided tour through the Postojna Cave. Then head to Venice, a city immortalized for centuries in literature, film, and art. With its timeless canals and artistic treasures, Venice offers plenty to explore. During your free time, you can visit iconic landmarks like Piazza San Marco, Basilica di San Marco, and Palazzo Ducale. Don't miss the optional Evening in Venice excursion featuring a water taxi cruise, gondola ride, and Italian dinner.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Explore Venice's floating city with free time to visit landmarks
Optional Activities
- Optional guided tour through Postojna Cave
- Optional Evening in Venice excursion including water taxi cruise, gondola ride, and Italian dinner
Landmarks Postojna Cave Piazza San Marco Basilica di San Marco Palazzo Ducale 
- Day 9
Venice to Florence to Tuscany
Leave Venice and head to Florence today, admiring the Tuscan countryside along the way. You'll arrive at Piazzale Michelangelo for a panoramic view of the city, then a local guide leads you on a walking tour covering Florence's Renaissance history and ancient Roman landmarks. You'll watch a traditional leather-making demonstration before having free time this afternoon. This evening, have a traditional Italian meal at a local restaurant in Florence, then travel to the Tuscan countryside for your overnight stay.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner (Traditional Italian meal at local restaurant in Florence)
Included Activities
- Piazzale Michelangelo panoramic viewing of Florence
- Locally guided walking tour of Florence
- Traditional Italian leather-making demonstration
- Traditional Italian dinner at local restaurant in Florence
Landmarks Piazzale Michelangelo 
- Day 10
Tuscany to Pisa to Swiss Alps
Leave Tuscany and journey to the iconic Leaning Tower of Pisa where you can capture photos and learn its story. From there, continue to the Swiss Alps. The tour winds through scenic landscapes with snow-capped peaks and lush greenery. You'll arrive at your Swiss Alps accommodation in a village setting. Tonight includes a group dinner with all meals covered.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
Included Activities
- See the Leaning Tower of Pisa
- Scenic mountain drive through the Swiss Alps
Landmarks Leaning Tower of Pisa 
- Day 11
Swiss Alps
You have a free day in the Swiss Alps to enjoy at your own pace. Take a leisurely walk through charming villages or along pristine lakes. If you want something more active, consider the optional Jungfraujoch excursion to visit Europe's highest train station. There you can enjoy snow activities, explore the Sphinx Observatory and Ice Palace, and see glacier views. This evening, you can opt for a classic Swiss fondue dinner for the perfect end to your alpine day.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Jungfraujoch: Journey to the Top of Europe optional excursion including visit to Europe's highest train station, snow activities, Sphinx Observatory, Ice Palace, and glacier vistas
- Optional classic Swiss fondue dinner
Landmarks Jungfraujoch Sphinx Observatory Ice Palace 
- Day 12
Swiss Alps to Paris
It's an early start as the tour heads to Paris. Once you arrive, get ready to explore the City of Lights on a driving tour. You'll see iconic landmarks like the Eiffel Tower and Arc de Triomphe, getting a chance to note places you want to explore tomorrow. This evening, have an included group dinner at a local restaurant before heading to your hotel.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
Included Activities
- Driving tour of Paris with views of Eiffel Tower and Arc de Triomphe
Landmarks Eiffel Tower Arc de Triomphe 
- Day 13
Paris
You have a free day in Paris to enjoy Parisian charm on your own terms. If you prefer guided exploration, join the optional Paris+ excursion to visit highlights of the city. That option includes a visit to a macaron shop, a perfume museum tour, a sightseeing cruise on the Seine River, and climbing Montparnasse Tower for panoramic views. Afterward, you can wander the romantic streets of Montmartre and have a Parisian dinner. You can also optionally catch a cabaret show to cap off your day.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Paris+ optional excursion including macaron shop visit, perfume museum tour, Seine River sightseeing cruise, Montparnasse Tower ascent, Montmartre exploration, Parisian dinner, and optional cabaret show
Landmarks Montparnasse Tower Montmartre Seine River 
- Day 14
Paris to Ghent to Amsterdam
It's the final day of the tour. Sit back and relax as the tour travels to Ghent, Belgium's medieval port city. You have free time to explore the medieval city centre and grab a bite to eat. Afterward, journey back to Amsterdam where the tour comes to an end. Don't forget to swap contact details with the friends you've made before heading home.
- End point
- Amsterdam, North Holland, Netherlands (Hotel in Amsterdam, 19:30)
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit Ghent, Belgium's medieval port city
Landmarks Ghent 
