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A 26-day escorted journey from London to Amsterdam, blending iconic cities, expert-led sightseeing, regional dining experiences, and unforgettable cruises and cable-car views across Western and Central Europe.

content:<h3>Top Rated Highlights</h3><ul class='icon-list'><li>London: Relax on the smooth, high-speed Eurostar train as you journey from London to Europe via the revolutionary Channel Tunnel.</li><li>Paris: Experience the magic of Paris with Insight Vacations as you explore its iconic sights, landmarks, and charming streets. Meander along the picturesque banks of the River Seine, delving into the rich history of its beautiful bridges and renowned landmarks, including the majestic Notre-Dame Cathedral, the Eiffel Tower, the Champs-Élysées, and the Arc de Triomphe. Whether from the comfort of your coach or a scenic vantage point, immerse yourself in the timeless stories that bring this enchanting city to life.</li><li>Chateau Chenonceau: Visit the majestic Château de Chenonceau, known as the 'Ladies' Château' it perfectly embodies the elegance of 16th-century design in the Loire Valley. </li><li>Bordeaux: Your Local Expert will show you the quayside facades, Grand Theatre, Triangle d'Or and magnificent Esplanade des Quinconces.</li><li>San Sebastián: Led by your Local Expert, enjoy a guided walking tour of the Old Quarter including Plaza de la Constitucion.</li><li>Madrid: Explore Madrid’s Old Quarter with a Local Expert who outlines how the district developed from a small medieval citadel into the centre of Habsburg Madrid. You’ll see the compact street grid, market squares and civic buildings that shaped the early city, and trace how each layer of expansion created the foundations of the modern capital.</li><li>Barcelona: Explore Barcelona with a Local Expert who sets out the city’s shape from street level — the long run of Passeig de Gràcia, the sharp grid of the Eixample and the way the skyline shifts as the Sagrada Família comes into view. The route ties together the city’s Modernista detail and its ongoing architectural change.</li><li>Monaco City: Enjoy a drive along part of the Grand Prix circuit and wander the old town with your Travel Director to see the Royal Palace and the yacht-filled harbour.</li><li>Florence: Join a Local Expert to view the multi-coloured marble cathedral, bell tower and baptistery, adorned by Ghiberti's Gates of Paradise. Visit the political heart of the city, Signoria Square. </li><li>Rome: During your orientation with your Travel Director see the medieval buildings, including Renaissance palaces and Baroque churches, scattered throughout the city.</li><li>Venice: Travel by boat along the Giudecca Canal as your Travel Director gives an orientation to Venice. Pass 13th to 18th-century palazzi, the Doge’s Palace and St. Mark’s Square, an iconic introduction to the city from the water.</li><li>Ljubljana: Join a walking tour with a Local Expert, following riverbanks and squares towards key landmarks. See Ljubljana Castle on its hilltop, City Hall on Mestni trg, the Baroque cathedral dedicated to St. Nicholas and Plecnik’s Triple Bridge spanning the Ljubljanica, setting out the main civic and religious centres of the city.</li><li>Maribor: Led by your Travel Director, explore this charming city, the second largest in Slovenia. Take a moment to appreciate the blend of old and new architecture.</li><li>Vienna: Join your Local Expert for a city tour that reveals both the renowned sights and hidden gems of Vienna's historic Ringstrasse. See the Hofburg Imperial Residence, Opera House, Parliament Building and Karlskirche.</li><li>Salzburg: Join your Local Expert to visit the formal gardens of Mirabell Palace and Residence Square - both locations used in 'The Sound of Music.' You will also see the imposing fortress, the immense cathedral and Mozart's birthplace on the lively Getreidegasse.</li><li>Innsbruck: Nestled amidst majestic mountains, Innsbruck is a beautiful city offering a unique combination of nature, history, and culture. Stroll the streets of the picturesque Old Town, with your Travel Director, learn about its history and admire the Baroque and Gothic architecture. </li><li>Vaduz: Admire the Royal family's residence, Vaduz Castle, which overlooks the capital and is surrounded by year-round snow-peaked mountains.</li><li>Lucerne: See the emotive Lion Monument, Jesuit Church and Chapel Bridge.</li><li>Stanserhorn: Journey to the top of Mount Stanserhorn on a panoramic, open-top cable car powered by solar energy, and enjoy spectacular views from the summit.</li><li>Rhine Valley: Glide along one of Europe's most storied stretches of river, from Boppard to Sankt Goar, passing the legendary Lorelei Rock with a glass of local wine in hand.</li></ul>
content:<h3>Choice Highlights</h3><ul class='icon-list'><li>Choose between two carefully selected activities</li><li>Monaco City: Admire the Italian Renaissance frescoes and State Apartments of the Prince's Palace.</li><li>Monaco City: Visit the Oceanographic Museum of Monaco. Admire grand aquariums of the Mediterranean and tropical seas, and gain insight into the challenges of scientific research in Polar environments. </li><li>Vienna: Visit the Capuchin Crypt, the historic burial place of the Habsburg dynasty.</li><li>Vienna: Visit a traditional coffeehouse to enjoy Viennese specialities of coffee and Sachertorte.</li></ul>
content:<h3>Make Travel Matter</h3>Venice: Witness the ancient skill of glassblowing, now practised by precious few masters. Watch artisans create delicate works of art using rare traditional practices. The workshop's artisans teach visitors about the traditional craft of glassblowing and its history which dates back to the 15th century. Every visit helps to support the workshop and the survival of this traditional craft. This workshop directly supports United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities.Stanserhorn: Journey to the top of Mount Stanserhorn on a panoramic, open-top cable car powered by solar energy, and enjoy spectacular views from the summit. Walk along beautiful scenic pathways, keeping an eye out for marmots and other native animals, with the chance to hear a conservation talk by a Swiss ranger, to learn about local wildlife and flora. Your visit directly supports United Nations Sustainable Development Goals 15: Life on Land.
content:<h3>Authentic Dining</h3>Paris: Join your Travel Director and fellow guests at a local restaurant for a delightful dinner.San Sebastián: Enjoy an evening of pintxos, dining with locals in this Basque tradition. Your delicious dinner includes a wide variety of finger food delicacies, each with their own regional flavour, flair and presentation.Nice: Savour a seasonal dinner inspired by the Côte d’Azur, showcasing ingredients sourced from the region and authentic nicoises specialities.Venice: In St Marks Square at sunset, long after the day-trippers have gone to their mainland hotels, sip cocktails canal-side before dinner at a local restaurant.Lucerne: Choose from a selection of restaurants on your Dine-Around evening and hand-pick your preferred ambience, cuisine and drinks for an intimate culinary experience.Amsterdam: Toast the finale of your journey with a special dinner served on board a canal cruise through Amsterdam’s UNESCO-listed waterways.
content:<h3>Insight Choice</h3>Monaco City: Admire the Italian Renaissance frescoes and State Apartments of the Prince's Palace.Monaco City: Visit the Oceanographic Museum of Monaco. Admire grand aquariums of the Mediterranean and tropical seas, and gain insight into the challenges of scientific research in Polar environments. Vienna: Visit the Capuchin Crypt, the historic burial place of the Habsburg dynasty.Vienna: Visit a traditional coffeehouse to enjoy Viennese specialities of coffee and Sachertorte.

Stay at Marriott Rive Gauche (Paris), Novotel Gare St Jean (Bordeaux), Barceló Costa Vasca (San Sebastián), Barceló Torre de Madrid (Madrid), Hilton Diagonal Mar Barcelona (Barcelona), Apollinaire (Nice), Columbus Urban Resort (Florence), Golden Tulip Rome Piram (Rome), Eurostars Residenza Cannaregio (Venice), Exe Lev (Ljubljana), Hilton Vienna Park, and Astoria Lucerne.

Operator:	Insight Vacations
Starts:	London, United Kingdom
Ends:	Amsterdam, Netherlands
Group size:	0 - 40
Difficulty:	Low
Tour operated in:	English

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