Private Grand European Tour, Paris to Prague Adventure
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Begin your adventure in the enchanting city of Paris on this 19-day tour, ending in the Baroque splendour of Prague. In Paris, explore the grandeur of the Palace of Versailles and Montmartre's bohemian charm. Wander through the medieval streets of Rouen before crossing the English Channel to historic Canterbury and lively London. Experience the academic allure of Cambridge, the Gothic majesty of York, and the rugged beauty of the Scottish Highlands. Discover the rich history of Dublin and the cultural vibrancy of Liverpool. Finally, soak up the charm of Amsterdam and delve into Berlin's poignant past before exploring the cultural gem of Prague.
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Tour Overview
Duration
19 daysHotel Rating
3-4 star hotelsStarts
ParisEnds
PragueMinimum Age
No minimum ageMaximum Age
Arrival Transfer
YesDeparture Transfer
NoTour Guide
Yes - English speaking guideCountries
Czech Republic, Germany, Netherlands, Ireland, United Kingdom, FranceTour Style
Group Size
Up to 7 travelers
Min 4 / Max 7
Trip Type
Private Tours
Travel Style
Worldwide Touring
This tour is operated by a trusted local partner rather than directly by On The Go Tours. We've selected it for its itinerary, quality and experience.
Guiding Style
Partially Guided
This tour includes scheduled sightseeing with expert guides in key destinations as per the Inclusions, as well as transportation (either with a driver or public transport), plus of course your accommodation. There is no single tour guide or tour leader throughout the trip. You’ll have support where it counts, and more freedom in between. Our cruise tours also fall into this category where you will be looked after by a crew. For more information, check the Inclusions of this tour.
Tour pace
A balanced pace, with a mix of free time and visits to multiple locations, allowing for both relaxation and exploration. Generally doesn't visit more than one or two destinations per day.
Physical rating
A moderate amount of walking is required during sightseeing, with some free time, offering a balance between activity and relaxation. As a general rule, you should be able to walk 2-kilometres without stopping.
These ratings are a general guide and may vary from tour to tour.
Tour Guide
Yes - English speaking guideGroup Size
Min 4 / Max 7Range
This tour is operated by a trusted local partner rather than directly by On The Go Tours. We've selected it for its itinerary, quality and experience.
Guiding Style
This tour includes scheduled sightseeing with expert guides in key destinations as per the Inclusions, as well as transportation (either with a driver or public transport), plus of course your accommodation. There is no single tour guide or tour leader throughout the trip. You’ll have support where it counts, and more freedom in between. Our cruise tours also fall into this category where you will be looked after by a crew. For more information, check the Inclusions of this tour.
Tour Pace
A balanced pace, with a mix of free time and visits to multiple locations, allowing for both relaxation and exploration. Generally doesn't visit more than one or two destinations per day.
Physical Rating
A moderate amount of walking is required during sightseeing, with some free time, offering a balance between activity and relaxation. As a general rule, you should be able to walk 2-kilometres without stopping.
Trip Type
Private ToursPassengers
$15,870.00
$400.00
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Places You'll See
Paris
Rouen
English Channel
Canterbury
London
Cambridge
York
Durham
Alnwick
Edinburgh
Inverness
Loch Ness
Fort Augustus
Glasgow
Belfast
Dublin
Caernarfon
Liverpool
Stratford
Oxford
Colchester
Colchester - Volendam Ferry
Volendam
Amsterdam
Hamelin
Berlin
Dresden
Prague
Included
Not Included
Itinerary
Day 1 - Paris
Welcome to Paris. We arrange your transfer to the hotel and you have time to settle in. In the afternoon we share details about the start of the tour, either in person or via the information boards at reception.
Please note: This tour may have travellers joining or departing at various points along the route, meaning group composition can change during the tour. Please also be aware that depending on group composition, guiding may be in additional languages as well as English.
Day 2 - Paris
We travel to the Palace of Versailles (entry not included) to appreciate its celebrated gardens and royal grandeur. Returning to Paris, we wander Montmartre’s bohemian lanes before a panoramic tour with a local guide to admire grand avenues and landmark monuments, then we return to the hotel.
Day 3 - Paris - Rouen
We begin in central Paris with a visit to the Eiffel Tower – we go up to the second floor (tickets included) – then enjoy a cruise on the Seine. The afternoon is free for you to explore. Around 4:00 p.m. we depart for Normandy and arrive in Rouen, where you can wander the historic centre with its medieval streets and Gothic cathedral. Note: if queues at the Eiffel Tower are too long, the visit may be rescheduled – possibly on Sunday – for your convenience.
Day 4 - Rouen - English Channel - Canterbury - London
We take a final stroll in Rouen’s centre before travelling north to the coast. Crossing the English Channel by ferry, we reach Canterbury, famed for its cathedral and charming historic core, then continue to London. You have free time around Tower Bridge, one of the city’s great symbols, before we go on to the hotel.
Day 5 - London
We discover London on a panoramic tour with a local guide, seeing the Houses of Parliament, the River Thames and Buckingham Palace – with the Changing of the Guard when schedules permit. In the evening we meet in Piccadilly and stroll through Leicester Square, Chinatown and Soho. You choose a restaurant for dinner before we return to the hotel.
Day 6 - London - Cambridge - York - Durham
We leave London for Cambridge to admire its beautiful colleges, then after lunch continue to York, where the mighty cathedral, Roman walls and lively lanes impress. You have free time to explore before we continue north to Durham, a medieval city with a magnificent cathedral beside the castle.
Day 7 - Durham - Alnwick - Edinburgh
We travel into Scotland, pausing in Alnwick, a pretty town with renowned gardens and a grand medieval castle featured in the Harry Potter films. We then continue to Edinburgh, arriving around midday, and explore the capital on a panoramic tour with a local guide – its historic centre is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the castle crowns the skyline.
Day 8 - Edinburgh - Inverness - Loch Ness - Fort Augustus - Glasgow
We set off through the Highlands, stopping for coffee and a stroll in Pitlochry, then pass through Inverness near the mysterious Loch Ness. We visit Urquhart Castle (admission included) and take a boat ride on the loch’s dark waters. We continue via Fort Augustus and Fort William at the foot of Ben Nevis, then head south across high plateaus and along the shores of Loch Lomond, reaching Glasgow at day’s end. Important note: for groups arriving in Edinburgh from 15 November to the end of February, the route adapts to shorter days and possible snow – 08:00 a.m. depart Edinburgh for Pitlochry (09:45 a.m. – 11:15 a.m.) with a visit to a traditional whisky distillery (admission included); continue to Stirling (12:30 p.m. – 03:30 p.m.) to visit Stirling Castle (tickets included); after lunch stop to photograph The Kelpies; arrive in Glasgow around 05:00 p.m. with time to stroll in the city centre.
Day 9 - Glasgow - Belfast - Dublin
We leave Glasgow for southern Scotland to board the ferry at Cairnryan, sailing to Northern Ireland. We arrive in Belfast, the capital, then continue into Eire, reaching Dublin by day’s end.
Day 10 - Dublin
We begin with a panoramic tour of Dublin, a relaxed capital. We stroll by the River Liffey, see its green spaces, its historic university and lively city centre streets, and view the exterior of Trinity College. The afternoon is free for you to explore. Note: depending on our arrival time and daylight, the tour may run on the previous afternoon.
Day 11 - Dublin - Caernarfon - Liverpool
Early this morning we board the ferry and, after around three to three and a half hours, arrive in Wales. Our first stop is Caernarfon, a seaside World Heritage Site dominated by its imposing castle – time for lunch and a wander. We continue to Liverpool for a short bus tour of the city, a World Heritage city with the second largest port in the United Kingdom. If you wish, you may visit The Beatles Museum.
Day 12 - Liverpool - Stratford - Oxford - London
We explore central England, starting in Stratford upon Avon, Shakespeare’s birthplace, where you have free time for lunch and a look around. We then travel to Oxford, celebrated for centuries of learning and culture, before continuing to London, arriving in the evening.
Day 13 - London - Colchester - Colchester - Volendam Ferry
In the morning we visit the British Museum, one of the world’s oldest, to see treasures from across the globe. Around lunchtime, after free time, we head to Camden, famous for its vibrant street market – you can browse eclectic stalls and choose a bite to eat. Around 4:00 p.m. we depart for Colchester, England’s oldest recorded town, for a leisurely stroll, then continue to Harwich to board the overnight ferry to the Netherlands, staying in en suite cabins. Important note: due to limited cabin availability, the route may change – we may travel from London to Amsterdam by daytime ferry with an overnight in Antwerp, or go by train or flight to Amsterdam.
Day 14 - Colchester - Volendam Ferry - Volendam - Amsterdam
Around eight in the morning we arrive in the Netherlands at Hoek van Holland and visit Volendam, a charming fishing village. We then travel to Amsterdam and take a guided tour that weaves together key sights – the classic windmill view and Rembrandt statue, the contemporary elegance of the South District, and the centuries old craft of diamond cutting around Museum Square. The tour ends at Central Station, where the guide shares tips so you can continue exploring the canals and street markets.
Day 15 - Amsterdam - Hamelin - Berlin
We leave Amsterdam for Germany, making our first stop in Hamelin, a picturesque town whose streets recall the Pied Piper tale. We continue towards Berlin, passing Marienborn, the former frontier between East and West Germany, and arrive in the evening.
Day 16 - Berlin
We delve into Berlin with a local guide. From the coach we see Museum Island, the Television Tower, major shopping avenues in the city centre, the old cathedral ruined during the Second World War, the Brandenburg Gate, the Reichstag and broad green parks. We stop to visit the Holocaust Memorial and the Berlin Wall Memorial Museum. The afternoon is free for you to explore, and in the early evening we provide a transfer to lively Kantstrasse.
Day 17 - Berlin - Dresden - Prague
We drive through forested landscapes to Dresden, famed for outstanding architecture and art. You have time to see elegant palaces and find lunch in its cafés and restaurants. Later we continue to the Czech Republic, arriving in Prague, then head to the Old Town Square – a vibrant first taste of the city. You can dine at one of the many restaurants serving international cuisine, including Czech, Chinese, Indian and Italian, before we return to the hotel.
Day 18 - Prague
We visit Prague, the Baroque jewel of Europe, with a local guide on a panoramic tour of its highlights. We tour Prague Castle (admission included), then enjoy a boat ride on the River Vltava (included). The afternoon is free for you to explore.
Day 19 - Prague
After breakfast our journey concludes, leaving you with wonderful memories.
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Extras and add-ons
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Pre and Post Tour Accommodation
Extend your tour with us by booking pre and post-accommodation, available at a per-person, per-night rate.
Post-Tour Accommodation - Prague
Pre-Tour Accommodation - Paris
Additional Extras
Enhance your tour with these optional extras, helping you to get the most from your adventure.
Single Room Supplement
Hotels
The hotels listed below are examples which we frequently use on this tour. Alternative hotels of a similar standard may be used instead.
Confirmation of the hotels used may not be available until 48 hours before the tour departs.
If you are interested in booking pre or post-tour accommodation, here are some of the hotels we typically use.
Prices & Dates
Departure dates are guaranteed with 2 travellers. 'Double/Twin' prices are per person when there are 2 people on the same booking sharing a room. 'Single' prices are applicable to anyone wanting the privacy of their own room. 'Triple' prices are per person when there are 3 people on the same booking sharing a room. 'Shared' prices are for solo travellers who are happy to share with another solo traveller of the same sex in a twin room - a single room will be provided at no additional cost if there are no suitable travellers to share with.
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