I am looking at doing Traditional Europe next December. Will I get to see Xmas markets?

While Christmas markets are not officially included in the Trafalgar Traditional Europe itinerary, you will still have the opportunity to experience them during your free time. Since the tour visits major cities such as Vienna, Munich, Lucerne, and Paris, you'll find festive markets in central squares filled with holiday lights, local crafts, and seasonal treats. These markets typically run throughout December, so you can enjoy the atmosphere, shop for souvenirs, and taste traditional specialties like mulled wine and gingerbread. It's a wonderful way to add a festive touch to your journey alongside the sightseeing highlights.

What is the luggage allowance on the tour?

Each guest is allowed one bag with maximum dimensions of 30"x18"x10" (76x46x25cm) and a weight not exceeding 50lbs (23kg).

Are there currency exchange services available during the tour?

You can exchange currency at banks during the tour. It's advisable to carry some local currency before the tour begins.

What is the process for booking optional excursions?

Optional excursions can be booked through the tour guide. Availability and pricing will vary.

Can I know the currency types needed during the tour?

The primary currencies you will need are Euros and Swiss Francs. Credit cards are also widely accepted.

Is travel insurance recommended?

Travel insurance is highly recommended for all travelers on this tour.

How do we handle transportation during the tour?

Transport details including departure times and pickup locations are provided in the tour documentation.

Are pre-tour accommodations available?

Pre-tour accommodations can be arranged to ensure you are well-rested before the tour starts early in the morning.

How much cash should I bring for daily expenses on the tour?

It is recommended to carry around $100.00 per day for daily expenses. Major currencies used are Euro and Swiss Franc, and credit cards are also accepted for optional experiences.

What are the COVID-19 requirements for the tour?

While COVID-19 vaccinations and boosters are recommended, they are no longer required. However, travelers must comply with specific requirements set by airlines and authorities in the visited destinations.

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Itinerary

Day 1
Amsterdam
Amsterdam
Meals
Dinner (Light dinner on Welcome Reception canal cruise)
Accommodation
Hotel (Mercure City)
Included Activities
- Welcome Reception canal cruise with light dinner and drink
Optional Activities
- Explore Amsterdam on foot
- Explore Amsterdam by bike
- Explore Amsterdam by tram
Landmarks
Amsterdam Canals
Day 2
Amsterdam to Cologne - Rhine Valley
Amsterdam to Cologne - Rhine Valley
Meals
Breakfast, Dinner (Dinner at hotel)
Accommodation
Hotel (Maritim Darmstadt)
Included Activities
- Cruise along the Rhine River
- View Cologne Cathedral
Landmarks
Cologne Cathedral
Rhine River
Lorelei Rock
Day 3
Cologne - Heidelberg - Colmar - Engelberg
Cologne - Heidelberg - Colmar - Engelberg
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel (Schweizerhof)
Included Activities
- Orientation stroll in Colmar
Optional Activities
- Lunch in Colmar
Landmarks
Heidelberg Castle
Colmar Old Town
Day 4
Lucerne
Lucerne
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel (Schweizerhof)
Included Activities
- Visit Lion Monument
- View Chapel Bridge
Optional Activities
- Join optional experience to climb nearby peak for panoramic views
Landmarks
Lion Monument
Chapel Bridge
Day 5
Lucerne - Vaduz - Innsbruck
Lucerne - Vaduz - Innsbruck
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch (Traditional Tyrolean lunch at local family farm)
Accommodation
Hotel (Grauer Bär)
Included Activities
- Stop in Vaduz
- Be My Guest lunch experience in Tyrolean countryside with local family
- Visit Golden Roof in Innsbruck Old Town
- Browse Swarovski Crystal Worlds Store
Landmarks
Vaduz
Golden Roof
Swarovski Crystal Worlds
Day 6
Innsbruck to Venice
Innsbruck to Venice
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel (Albergo Quattro Fontane Lido)
Optional Activities
- Gondola ride through Venice canals
- Enjoy Campari spritz in a quiet piazza
Landmarks
Europa Bridge
Brenner Pass
Day 7
Venice
Venice
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel (Albergo Quattro Fontane Lido)
Included Activities
- Venetian glassblowing workshop demonstration
- Private launch journey through Venice canals to St. Mark's Square
- View Doge's Palace
- View Bridge of Sighs
Optional Activities
- Explore local bacaro bars
- Cruise around the lagoon
- Shop Le Mercerie shopping street
Landmarks
St. Mark's Square
Doge's Palace
Bridge of Sighs
Day 8
Venice to Rome
Venice to Rome
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel (Midas Palace), Hotel (Barceló Roma)
Optional Activities
- Relax in Piazza Navona
- Sit on Spanish Steps
- Enjoy gelato
Landmarks
Piazza Navona
Spanish Steps
Day 9
Rome
Rome
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel (Midas Palace), Hotel (Barceló Roma)
Included Activities
- Sightseeing tour of Ancient Rome with Local Specialist
- View Colosseum
- View Circus Maximus
Landmarks
Colosseum
Circus Maximus
Day 10
Rome to Sorrento
Rome to Sorrento
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel (Johanna Park)
Included Activities
- Ferry crossing to Isle of Capri
- Funicular ride to Capri Town
- Walking tour of Capri Town with Local Specialist
- Cruise to Sorrento
Landmarks
Isle of Capri
Capri Town
Day 11
Sorrento to Florence
Sorrento to Florence
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel (FH55 Grand Hotel Mediterraneo)
Included Activities
- Guided tour of Pompeii with Local Specialist
- View Abbey of Monte Cassino
Landmarks
Pompeii
Abbey of Monte Cassino
Day 12
Florence
Florence
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel (Grand Mediterraneo), Hotel (FH55 Grand Hotel Mediterraneo)
Included Activities
- Walking tour with Local Specialist
- View Duomo
- View Ponte Vecchio
- Visit Piazza della Signoria
- Florentine leathercraft demonstration
Landmarks
Duomo
Ponte Vecchio
Piazza della Signoria
Day 13
Florence to Monaco - French Riviera
Florence to Monaco - French Riviera
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel (Novotel Aéroport Cap 3000)
Included Activities
- Visit Pisa's Square of Miracles
- View Leaning Tower
- View Baptistery in Pisa
- View Monaco Royal Palace
Landmarks
Leaning Tower of Pisa
Pisa Baptistery
Monaco Royal Palace
Day 14
Saint-Paul-de-Vence
Saint-Paul-de-Vence
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel (Novotel Aéroport Cap 3000)
Optional Activities
- Optional experience to see spectacular coastal views
- Visit Fragonard perfumery
- Tasting regional specialities at local restaurant
Landmarks
Saint-Paul-de-Vence
Fragonard Perfumery
Day 15
Avignon to Lyon
Avignon to Lyon
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel (Mercure Centre Saxe Lafayette)
Included Activities
- Visit Palais des Papes
- View Cathedral in Avignon
- View Pont d'Avignon
Optional Activities
- Explore Lyon's illuminated streets at night
Landmarks
Palais des Papes
Pont d'Avignon
Day 16
Lyon to Paris
Lyon to Paris
Meals
Breakfast, Dinner (Dinner with fellow travelers)
Accommodation
Hotel (Evergreen Laurel), Hotel (Occidental Levallois)
Included Activities
- Guided exploration with Local Specialist
- View Eiffel Tower
- View Champs-Élysées
- Stroll through Latin Quarter
- Dinner with fellow travelers
Optional Activities
- Optional Experience Seine river cruise
Landmarks
Eiffel Tower
Champs-Élysées
Seine River
Latin Quarter
Day 17
Paris
Paris
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel (Evergreen Laurel), Hotel (Occidental Levallois)
Optional Activities
- Stroll along Champs-Élysées
- People-watch from local cafe
- Optional Experience to explore Palace of Versailles
Landmarks
Palace of Versailles
Day 18
Paris to London
Paris to London
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel (The Tower)
Included Activities
- Eurostar high-speed train from Paris to London
Day 19
London
London
Meals
Breakfast (English breakfast)

Landmarks
Amsterdam Canals

Landmarks
Cologne Cathedral
Rhine River
Lorelei Rock

Landmarks
Heidelberg Castle
Colmar Old Town

Landmarks
Lion Monument
Chapel Bridge

Landmarks
Vaduz
Golden Roof
Swarovski Crystal Worlds

Landmarks
Europa Bridge
Brenner Pass

Landmarks
St. Mark's Square
Doge's Palace
Bridge of Sighs

Landmarks
Piazza Navona
Spanish Steps

Landmarks
Colosseum
Circus Maximus

Landmarks
Isle of Capri
Capri Town

Landmarks
Pompeii
Abbey of Monte Cassino

Landmarks
Duomo
Ponte Vecchio
Piazza della Signoria

Landmarks
Leaning Tower of Pisa
Pisa Baptistery
Monaco Royal Palace

Landmarks
Saint-Paul-de-Vence
Fragonard Perfumery

Landmarks
Palais des Papes
Pont d'Avignon

Landmarks
Eiffel Tower
Champs-Élysées
Seine River
Latin Quarter

Landmarks
Palace of Versailles

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Mercure City
Hotel
day 1
Maritim Darmstadt
Hotel
day 2
Schweizerhof
Hotel
Days 3, 4
Grauer Bär
Hotel
day 5
Albergo Quattro Fontane Lido
Hotel
Days 6, 7
Midas Palace
Hotel
Days 8, 9
Barceló Roma
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Days 8, 9
Johanna Park
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day 10
FH55 Grand Hotel Mediterraneo
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Days 11, 12
Grand Mediterraneo
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day 12
Novotel Aéroport Cap 3000
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Days 13, 14
Mercure Centre Saxe Lafayette
Hotel
day 15
Evergreen Laurel
Hotel
Days 16, 17
Occidental Levallois
Hotel
Days 16, 17
The Tower
Hotel
day 18

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Jina5.0•May 2024
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Richard5.0•January 2023
It was a fantastic tour. Taking in a number of European countries. We got a taste of these countries and a greater...
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Thank you for your positive feedback regarding the trip that you experienced. We take pride in our trips and want to give our travellers a lifetime experience that they will never forget. We are pleased to learn that your Travel Director was able to showcase the beauty that Europe has to offer. That said, we hope to have the pleasure of hosting you again; until then, we remain committed to our guests.
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Lesley5.0•June 2019
It exceeded our expectations. Steve encouraged us to take the extra excursions & they were well worth the added cost....
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At Trafalgar, we love creating fantastic experiences for our guests, and no one does this as well as our team of dedicated Travel Directors and Coach Drivers. Therefore, we are delighted that Steve and Tonino ensured that your time with us on the Traditional Europe guided holiday exceeded your expectations. Thank you for taking the time to share your review, , and we hope that we will have the pleasure of sharing our passion for travel with you again soon.
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Lori
Asked on December 30th, 2025
I am looking at doing Traditional Europe next December. Will I get to see Xmas markets?
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- TrafalgarOperator•Written December 2025
  While Christmas markets are not officially included in the Trafalgar Traditional Europe itinerary, you will still have the opportunity to experience them during your free time. Since the tour visits major cities such as Vienna, Munich, Lucerne, and Paris, you'll find festive markets in central squares filled with holiday lights, local crafts, and seasonal treats. These markets typically run throughout December, so you can enjoy the atmosphere, shop for souvenirs, and taste traditional specialties like mulled wine and gingerbread. It's a wonderful way to add a festive touch to your journey alongside the sightseeing highlights.
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Nadine
Asked on January 19th, 2025
What is the luggage allowance on the tour?
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- TrafalgarOperator•Written January 2025
  Each guest is allowed one bag with maximum dimensions of 30"x18"x10" (76x46x25cm) and a weight not exceeding 50lbs (23kg).
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Theresa
Asked on December 20th, 2024
Are there currency exchange services available during the tour?
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- TrafalgarOperator•Written December 2024
  You can exchange currency at banks during the tour. It's advisable to carry some local currency before the tour begins.
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Jhonatan
Asked on October 16th, 2024
What is the process for booking optional excursions?
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- TrafalgarOperator•Written October 2024
  Optional excursions can be booked through the tour guide. Availability and pricing will vary.
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Vincent
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Can I know the currency types needed during the tour?
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- TrafalgarOperator•Written August 2024
  The primary currencies you will need are Euros and Swiss Francs. Credit cards are also widely accepted.
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Willemieke
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Is travel insurance recommended?
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- TrafalgarOperator•Written July 2024
  Travel insurance is highly recommended for all travelers on this tour.
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How do we handle transportation during the tour?
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- TrafalgarOperator•Written April 2024
  Transport details including departure times and pickup locations are provided in the tour documentation.
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Melanie
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Are pre-tour accommodations available?
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- TrafalgarOperator•Written February 2024
  Pre-tour accommodations can be arranged to ensure you are well-rested before the tour starts early in the morning.
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How much cash should I bring for daily expenses on the tour?
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- TrafalgarOperator•Written February 2024
  It is recommended to carry around $100.00 per day for daily expenses. Major currencies used are Euro and Swiss Franc, and credit cards are also accepted for optional experiences.
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What are the COVID-19 requirements for the tour?
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  While COVID-19 vaccinations and boosters are recommended, they are no longer required. However, travelers must comply with specific requirements set by airlines and authorities in the visited destinations.

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