Private Enchanting European Treasures Adventure
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Start location – Prague End location – Zurich Total number of days – 13 Key experiences or destinations – Prague Castle and Vltava cruise; Pilsen; Rothenburg on the Romantic Road; Rhine cruise Rüdesheim–St Goar and Cologne Cathedral; Amsterdam’s canals with Zaanse Schans, Volendam and Marken; Brussels Grand Place and Atomium; Paris highlights including Versailles, Montmartre, the Eiffel Tower and a Seine cruise; Burgundy and Lyon; Geneva’s lakeside sights; Lake Zurich cruise to Rapperswil; Interlaken region with Grindelwald and a mountain lunch; Lucerne. Begin in Prague and finish in Zurich on a 13 day journey that blends grand cities with storybook villages. You’ll explore Prague Castle and cruise the Vltava, sample Bohemian charm in Pilsen, and trace Germany’s Romantic Road to Rothenburg before a Rhine cruise from Rüdesheim to St Goar and a look at Cologne’s soaring cathedral. In the Netherlands, expect windmills, fishing villages and Amsterdam’s canals. You’ll visit Brussels and Paris for Versailles, Montmartre, the Eiffel Tower and a Seine cruise. Then roll south through Burgundy and Lyon, continue to Geneva’s lakeside, and enjoy Swiss highlights – a Lake Zurich cruise, alpine views around Interlaken, and time in Lucerne.
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Tour Overview
Duration
13 daysHotel Rating
3-4 star hotelsStarts
PragueEnds
ZurichMinimum Age
No minimum ageMaximum Age
Tours have upper age limits for several reasons, such as but not limited to: tour pace, activity level, and accommodation standards. If you fall outside of this age limit, we do have lots of other tours in Switzerland that are suitable for all ages!
Arrival Transfer
YesDeparture Transfer
NoTour Guide
Yes - English speaking guideCountries
Switzerland, France, Belgium, Netherlands, Germany, Czech RepublicTour Style
Group Size
Up to 7 travellers
Min 4 / Max 7
Trip Type
Private Tours
Travel Style
Worldwide Touring
This tour is operated by our trusted local partner and has been handpicked by us to deliver you an unforgettable trip.
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 our trusted local partner and has been handpicked by us to deliver you an unforgettable trip.
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
$17,245.00
$500.00
Places You'll See
Prague
Pilsen
Rothenburg
Frankfurt
Cruise on the Rhine
Cologne
Amsterdam
Bruges
Paris
Burgundy
Beaune
Lyon
Geneva
Zurich
Lucerne
Included
Not Included
Itinerary
Day 1 - Prague
On arrival in Prague, we’ll meet you at the airport and transfer you to your hotel. Please check the information boards in the hotel reception for the time and details of the welcome meeting with your guide.In the evening, we’ll transfer you to Old Town Square – a lively area with plenty of restaurants serving Czech, Chinese, Indian and Italian cuisine – where you can choose a spot for dinner. A return transfer to the hotel is included.
Day 2 - Prague
Today we explore Prague, often celebrated for its Baroque character. With our local guide, we take a panoramic tour of the capital’s standout sights, then visit Prague Castle – admission included. We also include a relaxing boat cruise on the Vltava River for views of the city from the water. In the afternoon, you’ll have free time to continue exploring at your own pace.
Day 3 - Prague - Pilsen - Rothenburg - Frankfurt
We depart Prague early and stop in Pilsen in western Bohemia, renowned for its beer. You’ll have time to wander the historic centre, including the Old Town Square, the cathedral, the Plague Column and the Renaissance town hall. We then cross into Germany and follow part of the Romantic Road to Rothenburg, considered one of the country’s most beautiful villages. We continue to Frankfurt – Germany’s financial capital – arriving in the evening, where you’ll have free time in the historic centre to choose from restaurants serving Indian, Asian, Italian and international cuisines.
Day 4 - Frankfurt - Cologne - Amsterdam
From Frankfurt, we travel to the Rhine for a scenic cruise between Rüdesheim and St Goar – often regarded as the river’s most picturesque stretch. We then continue to Cologne, renowned for its immense Gothic cathedral, before heading on to the Netherlands and arriving in Amsterdam in the evening.
Day 5 - Amsterdam
We spend the morning discovering picture‑book Holland – first at Zaanse Schans, with its traditional wooden houses, canals and windmills, then in Volendam, a scenic fishing village. From Volendam we take a short boat across to Marken – once an island, now linked to the mainland by a fixed dyke – where houses were traditionally built on stilts to protect against flooding. Back in Amsterdam in the afternoon, we enjoy a guided tour that takes in a classic windmill view and the Rembrandt statue, the contemporary elegance of the South District, and the centuries old tradition of diamond cutting around Museum Square. The tour ends at Central Station, and your guide will share practical tips so you can keep exploring – you can follow the canals, browse street markets or relax in a café.
Day 6 - Amsterdam - Brussels - Paris
After breakfast, we set out for Belgium, covering just over 200 kilometres to reach Brussels – the Belgian capital and seat of major European institutions. Before entering the city centre, we’ll make a brief stop at the Atomium, Brussels’ most iconic landmark. In the historic heart we’ll admire the Grand Place – a masterpiece of Flemish Baroque – and stroll past the emblematic Manneken Pis. Brussels blends history, chocolate and modernity. In the afternoon, we continue into France, arriving in Paris towards the end of the day.
Day 7 - Paris
We visit the Palace of Versailles – admission not included – renowned for its magnificent gardens. Back in Paris, we explore Montmartre, the bohemian neighbourhood famous for its artists and cabarets, before a panoramic city tour with a local guide showcasing major avenues and iconic monuments. We then return to the hotel. In the evening, you can choose to attend a variety show.
Day 8 - Paris
We begin in central Paris with a visit to the Eiffel Tower – tickets are included for the second-floor viewing level. Afterwards, we enjoy a leisurely cruise on the Seine lasting about 1 hour 15 minutes. The afternoon is yours to explore at your own pace – the return transfer to the hotel is not included. Note: if waiting times at the Eiffel Tower are too long, we may reschedule the visit to a different time – or to Sunday – for your convenience.
Day 9 - Paris - Burgundy - Beaune - Lyon
We travel south from Paris into Burgundy, renowned for its vineyards and wines. Our first stop is Beaune, a charming town at the region’s heart known for its flower‑lined streets, historic hospice and wine museum. You’ll have free time for lunch and a stroll. We then continue to Lyon, the former capital of Roman Gaul on the banks of the Rhône. Its historic centre is a UNESCO World Heritage site. We take the cable car up to Notre‑Dame de Fourvière for panoramic views of the city, after which you’ll have time to explore at your own pace.In some cases, part of the group stays in Chambéry, near Lyon – in this instance we travel there in the evening for the overnight. The following morning, you’ll have time to visit this medieval style city, historically the capital of Savoy, with a beautiful historic centre and an impressive castle.
Day 10 - Lyon - Geneva - Zurich
Today we travel into Switzerland, arriving in Geneva – we pass the Palace of Nations, walk through the English Garden to see the flower clock, and admire the Jet d’Eau, the tallest fountain in Europe. After lunch, we continue along scenic lakeside roads by Lake Geneva and Lake Neuchâtel, crossing the Three Lakes region with views of vineyards and mountains. We stop in Neuchâtel, where you can walk by the lake, explore the historic town centre, or visit the 10th–century castle. We arrive in Zurich in the late afternoon. Note: Depending on group size, the Geneva–Zurich sector may be by train, in which case there is no stop in Neuchâtel.
Day 11 - Zurich
With our guide, we explore Zurich, Switzerland’s largest city and a leading financial and cultural centre, which has twice been recognised as the city with the best quality of life in the world. We then take a scenic cruise of nearly two hours on Lake Zurich, with brief stops to enjoy the villages along the shore, before disembarking in Rapperswil, a picturesque village renowned for its medieval castle. We return to Zurich by train – a straightforward way to experience the efficiency and punctuality of Swiss rail travel. Note: Depending on the number of travellers, transfers to and from the city centre may be by public transport.
Day 12 - Zurich - Lucerne
From Zurich we travel into the Interlaken region for grand alpine scenery. Our first stop is Grindelwald, with time for a coffee before we ride the cable car up the mountain. At the top we follow a mountain path to a suspended bridge – those who wish can cross for wide views of the surrounding glaciers. We include lunch on the mountain – then descend and continue to Lucerne, regarded as one of Switzerland’s most attractive cities, where you’ll have free time to explore before we return to Zurich. An optional full day excursion is available – starting in the morning, and after some free time in Lucerne you can take the rotating cable car to the summit of Mount Titlis, over 3,000 metres above sea level, for panoramic views of the glacier and the Alps.
Day 13 - Zurich
After breakfast, the tour ends in Zurich – check out of the hotel and make your own arrangements for onward travel. We hope you leave with lasting memories of your journey.
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Pre-Tour Accommodation - Prague
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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
The prices you see below are a guide, with final prices per person being determined by the number of travellers in your booking party and the rooming arrangements required. Pricing is based on double / twin or triple rooms - please contact us for single room pricing. Please note that a minimum of 4 passengers are required to operate these departures. For groups of more than 7 passengers, please contact us.
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