Enchanting European Capitals Grand Adventure
Start location – Vienna End location – Paris Total number of days – 11 Key experiences or destinations – Vienna’s highlights; Danube cruise in Budapest; Bratislava old town; Prague Castle and Vltava boat; Pilsen; Rothenburg and the Romantic Road; Rhine cruise Rüdesheim–St Goar; Cologne Cathedral; Amsterdam with Zaanse Schans, Volendam and Marken; Brussels Grand Place and Atomium; Paris – Montmartre, Versailles, Eiffel Tower and Seine cruise Start in Vienna and finish in Paris on an 11–day sweep through Central Europe. You’ll explore imperial Vienna, glide along the Danube in Budapest and pause in Bratislava’s old town. Expect to see Prague’s castle and sail the Vltava, sample Pilsen’s brewing heritage and wander storybook Rothenburg along the Romantic Road. A Rhine cruise from Rüdesheim to St Goar leads to Cologne’s mighty cathedral before Dutch windmills, canals and the fishing villages of Zaanse Schans, Volendam and Marken. Brussels delivers the Grand Place and Atomium, while Paris wraps it up with Montmartre, Versailles, the Eiffel Tower and a leisurely Seine cruise – with free time throughout.
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Guiding Style
Multi-Lingual Tour
Tour Overview
Duration
11 daysHotel Rating
3-4 star hotelsStarts
ViennaEnds
ParisMinimum 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 Austria that are suitable for all ages!
Arrival Transfer
YesDeparture Transfer
NoTour Guide
Yes - English speaking guides (guiding may be in additional languages to English)Countries
Austria, Hungary, Slovakia, Czech Republic, Germany, Netherlands, Belgium, FrancePassengers
$2,205.75
Guiding Style
Multi-Lingual Tour
Tour Style
Group Size
Min 2 / Max 65
Trip Type
Large Coach Tours
Range
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.
Tour Guide
Yes - English speaking guides (guiding may be in additional languages to English)Group Size
Min 2 / Max 65Range
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
Large Coach ToursPlaces You'll See
Vienna
Budapest
Bratislava
Prague
Pilsen
Rothenburg
Frankfurt
Cruise on the Rhine
Cologne
Amsterdam
Bruges
Paris
Guiding Style
Multi-Lingual Tour
Included
Not Included
Guiding Style
Multi-Lingual Tour
Itinerary
Day 1 - Vienna
Vienna. On arrival, we’ll transfer you to your hotel. The rest of the day is free – you can relax after your journey or take a short stroll nearby. In the afternoon, please check the information boards at hotel reception for details about the start of your tour.
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 - Vienna
This morning we set out on a panoramic tour of Vienna with a local guide, taking in the city’s grand avenues, elegant palaces, spacious parks and lively centre. The afternoon is free for you to explore at your own pace. In the evening, we include a transfer to Grinzing – once a wine growing village and now part of the city – known for its traditional taverns. You’ll have time here to choose where to dine.
Day 3 - Vienna - Budapest
We depart Vienna and, after around three hours, arrive in Budapest, Hungary’s capital. Our first stop is the lively Váci utca area, where you’ll have free time for lunch. We then begin exploring with an included boat trip on the Danube – Buda on one bank and Pest on the other – followed by an included panoramic tour of the city often known as the Queen of the Danube. You’ll have some free time afterwards. In the evening, you can choose to join an optional Magyar show with dinner.
Day 4 - Budapest - Bratislava - Prague
We leave Budapest early and travel to Bratislava, Slovakia’s capital on the Danube with an attractive historic centre. You’ll have free time to explore and to have lunch. We then continue into the Czech Republic, arriving in Prague in the evening. On arrival, we include a transfer to Old Town Square – a central spot that offers an excellent first introduction to Prague’s atmosphere and sights – where you can choose a restaurant for dinner, with options including Czech, Chinese, Indian and Italian. We return to the hotel afterwards.
Day 5 - Prague
We spend today discovering Prague. With a local guide, we set off on a panoramic tour, taking in the city’s Baroque character and major monuments. We include entry to Prague Castle – admission is covered – then see the skyline from the water on an included boat ride along the Vltava. The afternoon is free, so you can explore at your own pace.
Day 6 - Prague - Pilsen - Rothenburg - Frankfurt
We depart Prague early for Pilsen in western Bohemia, renowned for its beer. You’ll have time to explore the historic centre, including the Old Town Square, the cathedral, the Plague Column and a town hall from the Renaissance. We then cross into Germany and follow part of the Romantic Road to Rothenburg, a remarkably picturesque town considered one of the most beautiful villages in Germany. Later, we continue to Frankfurt, the country’s financial capital, arriving in the evening. You can spend your free time in the historic centre, where there is a wide choice of restaurants offering Indian, Asian, Italian and international cuisines.
Day 7 - Frankfurt - Cologne - Amsterdam
Today we travel from Frankfurt to the Rhine and board a scenic cruise between Rüdesheim and St Goar – the river’s most picturesque stretch. We then continue to Cologne, known for its immense Gothic cathedral, before crossing into the Netherlands and arriving in Amsterdam in the evening.
Day 8 - Amsterdam
We spend the morning in classic 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 ride to Marken, once an island and now linked to the mainland by a fixed dyke – its houses were traditionally built on stilts to protect against flooding. In the afternoon we return to Amsterdam for a guided city tour that takes in a classic windmill and the Rembrandt statue, the contemporary elegance of the South district, and the longstanding tradition of diamond cutting around Museum Square. We finish at Central Station, and your guide will share practical tips so you can explore Amsterdam’s canals, street markets and cafés at your own pace.
Day 9 - Amsterdam - Brussels - Paris
After breakfast we travel south into Belgium – Brussels lies just over 200 km away. Before reaching the centre, we make a brief stop at the Atomium, the city’s most iconic landmark. In the historic heart, we visit the Grand Place and pass the Manneken Pis, taking in the elegant streets of the Belgian capital and seat of major European institutions. In the afternoon we continue into France, arriving in Paris towards the end of the day.
Day 10 - Paris
Today we visit the Palace of Versailles – admission not included – famed for its magnificent gardens. Returning to Paris, we explore Montmartre, the bohemian neighbourhood known for its artists, painters and cabarets. We then take a panoramic tour with a local guide to see the city’s grand avenues and iconic monuments before returning to the hotel. In the evening, you can choose to attend an optional variety show.
Day 11 - Paris
We begin in central Paris with a visit to the Eiffel Tower – tickets to the second floor are included. We then enjoy a relaxing cruise along the Seine lasting about one hour and fifteen minutes. The afternoon is free for you to continue exploring at your own pace – the transfer back to the hotel is not included. If queues at the Eiffel Tower are very long, we may adjust the timing of the visit – possibly to Sunday – to keep the day running smoothly. Our journey concludes here. Please check your flight time in case you need an additional night.
Guiding Style
Multi-Lingual Tour
Tour Reviews
Guiding Style
Multi-Lingual Tour
Extras and add-ons
If you'd like to add extras or add-ons to your booking, you can do this easily during checkout. Just review the available options and select any additional services or upgrades you'd like before completing your purchase.
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 - Paris
Pre-Tour Accommodation - Vienna
Guiding Style
Multi-Lingual Tour
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.
Guiding Style
Multi-Lingual Tour
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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