The locations that appealed to me most were the Switzerland and Italy locations. I am someone who needs to do things with other people in order to be happy, so it was really nice to be able to find a person with whom i could explore the location of the day with during our assigned free time. I do wish occasionally to stay in some cities a little longer, either by free time or staying more days, but i understand the need for the current schedule. The schedule was a lot less hectic than i had initially imagined for my first tour bus type travel excursion and was pleasantly surprised at the overall trip, so i would definitely do it, though at this time i dont know where. I would be interested in touring again with some of the same guides, but i realize that is not a likely possibility.
I had a 20 day trip, so i had multiple guides throughout my tour. I had started with Lionel, then went to Linus, Angela, Incarne?, Abdel, and finally Mariano, on my last day. Although, not always enjoyable every moment, i did appreciate the greatly varrying styles of each guide. However, while they were all good in their own way, Incarne and Angela were my favorites due to their styles and interaction with the travelers, in terms of getting to know the travelers and their interests.
One thing i should improve upon for myself is to look at the provided information more carefully to determine what exactly is or is not provided. At the time i booked the trip i had not had a free moment to review all the information provided in the traveler information, so i would definitely take the time to research everything
City sightseeingWalking tours
Tour Type
Group Tour
Accommodation
Hotel, Resort
Age Range
15-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Paris, Frankfurt, Rome, Florence
Paris, Frankfurt, Rome, Florence, Venice, Salzburg, Vienna, Budapest, Prague, Lyon, Zurich, Milan
Madrid and Venice headline the 'South of Europe' tour, a 13-day city sightseeing adventure designed for mature explorers. Glide from Spain’s lively capital to Italy’s romantic waterways, all while enjoying included accommodation, transport, and meals. The itinerary’s relaxed pace and thoughtful planning make it especially appealing for seniors, ensuring plenty of time to absorb the sights without feeling rushed. This trip’s special draw is its direct, scenic route connecting southern Europe’s most beloved cities, with every detail handled for your comfort and peace of mind.
Only negative was not enough time spent in eiffel tower and imperial forum. Sylvia eva and raiid are wonderful tour guide. By the way our son had multiple insect bites in legs..arm and body after we stayed in Pissana Rome hotel. They have old carpet. And The hotel is very far from the center.
Travel by the comfortable bus was very good experience to have the feel of the countries visited especially the countryside and the scenic beauty of the countryside. The itinerary was very good given the time constraints.
The fact that the circuit also allowed me to see smaller places like Volendam, Beaune, Noyers, Brugges made it a fulfilling experience. It gave an insight into the side of Europe thats not frequented by tourists. That was fabulous
Lisbon to Venice: let 'The South European Line' introduce you to the best of Portugal and Italy over 15 leisurely days. Designed with senior travelers in mind, this guided city sightseeing tour ensures a stress-free experience, with comfortable hotel stays, organized transport, and thoughtfully prepared meals. Enjoy exploring Lisbon’s historic charm and Venice’s romantic canals, all at a relaxed pace suited for those who appreciate both comfort and culture. The core highlight of this package is its seamless journey across southern Europe, allowing you to enjoy iconic sights and hidden gems without the hassle of planning. Revel in the ease and elegance of discovering two remarkable countries with all logistics handled for you.
The guides were very knowlegeable and very patient in sharing the history of each city visited on the tour with us. I thank Linus, Emmanuel, and Gabriela and also thank the Bus operators Firmine and Dominic in taking us to these exceptional places. Thank you all.
City sightseeingWalking tours
Tour Type
Group Tour
Accommodation
Hotel, Resort
Age Range
15-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Rome, Madrid, Barcelona, Girona
Rome, Madrid, Barcelona, Girona, Chambery, Leysin , Zurich, Milan
The Roma Hotel in Lisbon hotel staff Fernando Leite was extremely unprofessional and rude. I was the only person waiting for service on 11 Nov, and he did not serve me, and not even greeted me for about 10 min. When my wife Ann went to ask the other staff in the room, he loudly scolded my wife. Then Fernando claimed the room was not readyand later I find out that it has, and eventually the other staff in the room checked us in.
Excellent companion guides. Thanks especially to Linus and Albert who were very friendly and we learned a lot from them. We sincerely appreciate their tireless effort.