Tour Highlights

Explore Paris
Discover Amsterdam and Lucerne
Visit the Rhine Falls in Schaffhausen and a cuckoo clock factory in the Black Forest
View the Lion Monument and the Chapel Bridge in Lucerne, the Champs-Élysées, the Eiffel Tower, the Arc de Triomphe in Paris
See the Lorelei Rock and the vineyards of Burgundy in France
Scenic Cruise along the canals of Amsterdam and the Rhine River

Day-by-day itinerary

Day 1 Amsterdam

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.

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Day 2 Amsterdam - Boppard - Sankt Goar - Heidelberg

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

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Day 3 Heidelberg - Lucerne

Delve into a world of legends and fairy tales today as you enter the enchanting Black Forest. Here, you’ll Dive Into Culture and witness the fine craft of cuckoo clock making. Cross the Swiss border, admiring the exquisite alpine setting before visiting the dramatic Rhine Falls in Schaffhausen, the largest waterfall in Europe. Admire the exquisite alpine setting and arrive on the shores of Lake Lucerne. Enjoy a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience at Max Chocolatier’s boutique to learn about why sustainable and fair trade chocolate tastes better. Enjoy a gift of swiss chocolate to nibble on while you explore Lucerne.

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Day 4 Explore Lucerne

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.

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Day 5 Lucerne - Paris

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.

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Day 6 Paris

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. Later this evening, enjoy dinner with our travel companions and Travel Director.

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Day 7 Paris

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

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What's included

Included

An expert Travel Director and professional Driver
Cherry-picked hotels, all tried and trusted
All porterage and restaurant gratuities
All hotel tips, charges and local taxes
Breakfast daily and up to half of your evening meals
Must-see sightseeing and surprise extras
Audio headsets for flexible sightseeing
Luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries or alternative transportation (such as rail journeys)
Optional Experiences and free time
Eurostar high-speed train from Paris to London (offered on relevant tour variations)

Not included

International air ticket
Travel insurance
Others not mentioned above

Your hotels

Mercure Amsterdam City

★★★★

Amsterdam Joan Muyskenweg 10, 1096 CJ Amsterdam, Netherlands

This modern, riverside hotel is an 8-minute walk from the Overamstel metro station, 2.7 km from the Zuidas business district and 4.8 km from lively Dam Square. Classic rooms have free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs, and tea and coffeemaking facilities. Upgraded quarters add minibars, Nespresso machines, entertainment systems and/or rainfall showerheads. Amenities include an international restaurant/lounge, a gym and a sauna, along with a business center and 14 meeting rooms. A breakfast buffet, bike rentals and parking are available for a surcharge.

IntercityHotel Heidelberg

★★★★

Heidelberg Kurfürsten-Anlage 81, 69115 Heidelberg, Germany

Stay in one of the 198 comfortable hotel rooms - modernly furnished with air condition and soundproof windows, a flatscreen TV and a desk. Of course, you can use the WiFi free of charge (High Speed for H Rewards members) during your stay in our hotel in Heidelberg. At our modern Breakfast Restaurant, you can start the day in a balanced and delicious way. You can choose between different types of bread and bread rolls as well as cold cuts and cheese specialties at the versatile buffet. In the BistroLounge with Bar we serve refreshing and hot drinks and various snacks, which you are welcome to enjoy on the terrace in nice weather.

Grand Hotel Europe Lucerne

★★★★

Luzern Haldenstrasse 59, 6006 Luzern, Switzerland

Overlooking Lake Lucerne, this refined hotel dating from 1875 is 1 km from the Swiss Museum of Transport and 2 km from Lucerne train station. Unfussy rooms offer Wi-Fi, flat-screens and safes. Upgraded rooms add air-conditioning, balconies and/or lake views. Suites feature living areas. A breakfast buffet is available. Other amenities include a garden, a genteel bar and a restaurant with a terrace. There's also meeting and event space.

Novotel Paris Belleville

★★★★

Paris 64 74 Bd de Belleville, 75020 Paris, France

On a main street in the 20th arr., this modern hotel is a minute's walk from Couronnes metro station, and 4 km from both the Louvre Museum and Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Paris. Featuring photographic wall murals, the sleek rooms offer Wi-Fi, TVs and minibars, plus tea and coffeemaking facilities. Upgraded rooms add sofabeds, or balconies with rooftop views. Amenities include a trendy restaurant with a terrace, as well as a cafe, a bar and a 24/7 gym. Breakfast and limited parking are available.