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European Experience

  Avg. Trip Rating 4.6 Based on 27 Reviews. No Booking FeesDedicated Consultant
Fully Guided Coach Group Scenic / Sightseeing
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 Trip Length
12 Days
 Trip Starts
Amsterdam
 Trip Finishes
Paris
12 Day European Experience Itinerary (Costsaver)
Countries Explored: Holland Germany Austria Italy Vatican City Switzerland France
Accommodation
3 - 4 Star
Max. Group Size
51
Trip Style
Panoramic
Trip Code
EEXP

Overview

Read 27 reviews and enjoy exclusive savings on Costsaver's 12 Day European Experience. Get out of that armchair and experience the beauty of Europe with her centuries-old history, vibrant cities and splendid landscapes. You’ll tick many bucket-list boxes on this 12 day trip that takes you from Amsterdam to Innsbruck, through the canals of Venice and St. Mark’s Square, from Rome to the Swiss Alps, and finally to Paris.

Itinerary

Your experience of a lifetime begins in the free-thinking capital of the Netherlands. Immerse yourself in Amsterdam's gezelligheid as you soak up the buzz of the city's canals, gabled houses and festive squares. There's no better way to see the capital than from its waterways, so choose an Optional Experience in a glass-topped boat winding through Amsterdam's historic canal ring. Stay: Ibis Schiphol

Your first stop today is the main cultural centre of the Rhineland and home to the impressive Cologne Cathedral which looms high above the city's skyline. This UNESCO World Heritage Site is the largest Gothic church in Northern Europe and one of the country's most-visited landmarks. Suitably inspired by its spires, you'll board a lazy river cruise down the Rhine past terraced vineyards and fairy-tale castles. (B/D) Stay: Taste Hockenheim

Continue along the Inn Valley to the Austrian Tyrol and its capital, Innsbruck, where you can 'ooh and aah' at the impressive ski jump and view the famed Golden Roof, constructed from 2,657 copper tiles. Admire the fascinating crystal installations and browse for precious gifts and souvenirs at the Swarovski Crystal Worlds Store. This evening, an Optional Experience could see you enjoy a lively evening of entertainment during a traditional Tyrolean evening. (B/D) Stay: Bon Alpina

Journey through alpine landscapes crossing the Brenner Pass into Italy. Venice bewitches in all her Byzantine glory, softening even the hardest of hearts with her opulence. Highlights include a cruise on a private launch to St. Mark's Square and views of the magnificent St. Mark's Basilica and Doge's Palace. The talents of master craftsmen are the star of the show later as you visit their glassblowing workshop, a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience.

There's even time for an optional Gondola and Grand Canal cruise – grand palazzi, churches and ornate bridges line your journey. (B) Stay: Palladio

Cross the Veneto plain into Tuscany, travelling through Umbria to Lazio and eventually the 'Eternal City'. If Rome was a person, she would be confident, alluring and complex. You'll get to know her, and her quirks, over the next two days as you continue to explore Italy. You'll find reminders of an ancient world, a holy empire and the Renaissance around every turn.

You could choose to join a Local Specialist for an optional guided stroll through Rome's piazzas. Linger in your favourite square, or perhaps enjoy a scoop or three of the local gelato and soak up the effervescent energy of a city that knows how to enjoy life. (B) Stay: Raganelli

You could spend a lifetime exploring Rome and just scratch the surface, but with your Local Specialist on hand you'll dive right into the city's heart and soul. Head to Vatican City to watch the pigeons and people tread on holy ground, then visit St. Peter's Basilica and see Michelangelo's priceless 'Pietà'. Skip the long queues and choose an Optional Experience to the Vatican Museums.

Continue your tour across the Tiber to the Colosseum and other ancient sites, following in the footsteps of Julius Caesar. The rest of the day is yours to explore Rome your way. Consider an optional local dinner followed by a scenic tour of the city by night. (B)

Life mimics art in the idyllic Umbrian and Tuscan landscapes you've seen in countless films, photographs and works of art. Experience it yourself as your journey heads north to the Renaissance city of Florence. Soak up every detail as you admire the city skyline from Piazzale Michelangelo. There's time to explore Piazza della Signoria, the Duomo and Giotto's Bell Tower or shop for the bespoke Italian leather goods and fine gold jewellery for which Florence is justifiably famous.

You could choose instead to join an Optional Experience revealing the Renaissance heritage of a city which attracted artists, physicists, astronomers and philosophers like Michelangelo, Machiavelli and Galileo. (B/D) Stay: Miro

There's no better backdrop than the Apennines as you wind your way north past Milan and the Swiss border. Press your nose to the window, drinking in the beauty of the St. Gotthard Pass in the Swiss Alps, then continue to Lake Lucerne. You'll want to put the 'heart' of Switzerland in your pocket and take its history, culture and epic landscapes with you, but for now be contented with an Optional Experience that will see you dive into Swiss folklore and food – fondue anyone? (B) Stay: Krone Sarnen, Ibis Kriens

Turn the page to a land of fairy-tale landscapes and medieval history. You have a full day to see the sights and explore Lucerne, starting with a morning orientation including the Chapel Bridge and the Jesuit Church. No visit to Lucerne is complete without a visit to the Lion Monument, built to commemorate the brave Swiss Guards who died defending Louis XVI during the French Revolution.

You may be tempted to do some souvenir shopping, but an Optional Experience into the mountains will be hard to resist. Ascend Mount Pilatus by a cog-wheel railway then embark on a scenic lake cruise. (B/D) Stay: Ibis Kriens, SwissEver Zug

It doesn't get more idyllic than the French countryside and you'll soak it all up as you continue through the vineyards of celebrated wine regions before arriving in Paris. The 'City of Lights' shines brightly this evening and it will sparkle even more should you choose to join an Optional Experience to cruise down the Seine, seeing the glittering skyline from the water. (B) Stay: Hampton by Hilton Clichy

Audrey Hepburn described it best when she said: 'Paris is always a good idea.' We're sure you'll agree. Hit its grand boulevards on a city sightseeing tour with your Travel Director. See the Arc de Triomphe and Champs Élysées then spend the rest of the day discovering the city on your terms. Don't resist the urge to tread in the footsteps of Picasso and Dalí and visit Montmartre this afternoon, exploring its maze of streets and Artist's Square.

There's time to shop for artwork and savour some local specialties before considering a real highlight this evening – an optional dinner and cabaret performance. (B)

Say farewell to your Travel Director and travelling companions at the end of an amazing holiday. Find out more about your available transfers at costsavertour.com/transfers. (B)

Trip Inclusions

  • Cruise the romantic Rhine
  • See the Glockenspiel in the Marienplatz and the Hofbräuhaus
  • Cruise by private boat to St. Mark's Square and visit a traditional glassblowing workshop
  • Visit St. Peter's Basilica, view the Colosseum and see the ancient sites with your Local Specialist
  • See Piazza Santa Croce and enjoy panoramic city views from Piazzale Michelangelo
  • Visit the Lion Monument and view the Chapel Bridge
  • View the Champs-Élysées, Arc de Triomphe and Eiffel Tower on your sightseeing tour

  • An expert Travel Director and professional Driver
  • Cherry-picked hotels, all tried and trusted
  • All hotel service charges and tips, baggage handling fees and local taxes
  • Many meals and daily breakfasts included
  • City orientation tours
  • Audio headsets are provided throughout your holiday to enhance your included sightseeing experiences
  • Luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries
  • Ferry from Dover to Calais
  • Return ferry from Dover to Calais
  • Variety of Optional Experiences (Additional Cost)

  • 11 Breakfasts
  • 4 Dinners

  • Itinerary and inclusions are subject to change
  • Price is for land, cruise and internal flights as specified. Flights not specified are not included

Trip Reviews (27) View All Most Recent 'European Experience' Reviews

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AVG. RATING 4.6 / 5
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Well Organized Trip, Exactly as Described. 0 , VA, United States, May 2023
Our tour was very smooth and predictable. The tour director and driver were both very professional, easy to get along with, patient, and organized. The tour director was very knowledgeable of history and culture and her comments added a lot to the tour. I loved that the group of 44 people was very diverse with many various ages, ethnicities, and ...read more nationalities represented. The coach was a very comfortable brand new Mercedes coach that made travel great.
Great European Experience 6 , United States, Jul 2019
Our experience was great, Kassie Jones was great, the way she softly woke us up was something not expected, the patience she had was admirable, we had a great time, thank you.
European Experience 2 , Australia, Jul 2019
The tour was well organised and they bring you to interesting places early to avoid long queues so you get to truly enjoy and appreciate those places. Highly recommended.
Great value, hard to beat! 9 , Australia, May 2019
Our tour was great value and our tour guide MJ and driver Ludwig were the best. It was our first coach tour but would be hard to beat. Optional Experiences were perfect and good value.

Was early starts around 6.30 am for breakfast and 7.30 am on the coach but there was a reason for this. Reason being we arrived first or close to first at the coach ...read more stops and various places we stopped at to tour. Some long days but it's a European Experience. Otherwise you would need to do a month long one to see more.
European Experience 5 , WA, Australia, Oct 2018
We did and saw SO much on our Costsaver 12 day tour. We loved the variety of optional extras available, the coach was comfortable and had charging points (yay!), our guide Esther was awesome and the destinations were just gorgeous! It was very fast paced so if you are looking for more of a relaxing holiday, I don't think this one will suit you.
Wonderful tour through Europe 3 , WA, Australia, Sep 2018
Very happy with both the tour and the booking experience with Global Journeys. Highly recommended and definitely will use them again.
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