European Highlights

Welcome to the colourful city of Amsterdam. Explore this city of bicycles and boats before joining your Travel Director and fellow travellers this evening, on a scenic canal cruise including a light dinner and drinks.

Journey through Germany where you’ll board a river cruise to St. Goar then head to the old university town of Heidelberg, with its impressive Renaissance structures, Baroque Old Town and views of the ruined red sandstone castle. Tonight, enjoy a Be My Guest experience where you’ll Connect With Locals over dinner at the family-owned Weingut Wehweck vineyard. Currently headed up by the third generation of the family, Herr Philipp Wehweck.

Travel through the enchanting Black Forest, where legends and fairy tales come to life. Dive into Culture and witness the fine craft of cuckoo clock making before crossing into Switzerland. Admire the alpine scenery and visit the dramatic Rhine Falls in Schaffhausen, Europe’s largest waterfall, before arriving on the shores of Lake Lucerne. Your Travel Director will introduce you to a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience with a taste of Swiss chocolate from Max Chocolatier’s boutique. Nibble on this treat while you explore Lucerne and even visit Max’s family-run boutique to learn more about why sustainable and fairtrade chocolate tastes better.

Soak up the lakeside atmosphere before your morning orientation begins. Cross the solid wooden Chapel Bridge, visit the solemn Lion Monument, commemorating the bravery of the Swiss Guards who died protecting the French Royals in 1792. Spend your afternoon shopping in the Old Town for Swiss souvenirs and chocolates. Consider an Optional Experience ascending the surrounding mountains for panoramic alpine views, wander along the tranquil lake shore or stroll around the city admiring the decorative signposts and ornate facades lining the city's streets.

See the changing landscape as you travel into France through Alsace and cross the Maginot Line. Admire the scenic Burgundy Wine Region, famous for its delicious Chardonnay and Pinot Noir grape varieties, before arriving in Paris. Indulge in a free evening to explore the grand boulevards of the French capital. Experience the pageantry of Paris first-hand and consider joining an Optional Experience to a Parisian Cabaret.

Join a Local Specialist today and delve into the artistic and historic treasures of Paris, including views of the elegant Champs-Élysées, the Arc de Triomphe and the Eiffel Tower. View Notre Dame Cathedral and enjoy a stroll through the Latin Quarter. This afternoon, amble through the city’s stylish gardens, avenues and lanes, admiring the sophisticated atmosphere. This evening, enjoy dinner with your travel companions and Travel Director.

After breakfast, say a fond au revoir to your fellow travellers and Travel Director.