Grand European tour with as our amazing Tour Director and as our awesome driver was a magical experience. The tour optional experience extras were fabulous and well worth including in the tour. The tour is fast paced, informative and lots of fun. It certainly highlights all the best parts of Europe in a safe and comfortable environment.
I concluded the UK/Ireland/France trip in mid-October and am still
raving about it. Trip well-organized, and very knowledgeable guides. Can’t wait to travel again.
Marseille’s coastal allure and the sophistication of Paris frame the 'Cote d’Azur, Burgundy, Alsace and Black Forest' walking tour. Over seven days, this guided group trip is tailored for seniors seeking gentle exploration, blending leisurely strolls with cultural highlights. Hotel accommodations, transportation, and meals are included to ensure comfort throughout. The easy activity level makes it accessible while still offering a rich tapestry of French landscapes and traditions. What sets this tour apart is its fusion of Mediterranean charm and the fairy-tale beauty of the Black Forest, providing a uniquely diverse experience within a single trip package.
From the royal Palace of Versailles to the enchanting streets of Paris, grab a baguette and rendezvous with the best of France. Explore the former royal court and gardens in Versailles. Stroll past the magnificent, colorful flora in Monet’s Garden in Giverny. Immerse yourself in the history of Normandy’s D-Day Landing Beaches and visit the Normandy American Cemetery. Delight in a 2-night stay in a stunning, renovated château in the UNESCO World Heritage Loire Valley. Enjoy a visit to the famous Chenonceau Castle. Sip wine during a tour of a winery and its impressive underground caves. Glide along the Seine as you take in the highlights of Paris. Savor the views and rich cuisine during dinner at the Eiffel Tower. Bask in the robust history, culture, and romance of these celebrated cities and charming towns.
Clever to schedule Paris tours on the weekend when there is less traffic. The long bus rides were nicely paced to include good rest stops and small villages to walk about. Happy to discover Lyon, Nice and Avignon.
This tour was so much fun. Learnt a lot, met a lot of new friends, and had a ton of fun. Would highly recommend this tour, and to travel through Europe in general.
ABOUT THIS TRIP
This trip will provide you with the opportunity to explore the capital cities of 7 major European countries, England, France, Netherlands, Germany, the Czech Republic, and Austria and Hungary. Your journey begins in Paris where you will have a few days to explore major attractions such as the Eiffel Tower. A ferry ride on the English Channel will take you to London to explore the city and its attractions such as the London Eye, Westminster Abbey and Buckingham Palace. Moving forward, get the opportunity to spend quality time in the capital of Holland. Amsterdam is also known as the Garden of Europe, Keukenhof, one of the most famous tulip and flower gardens in Europe. You can also experience a panoramic city tour to see its narrow canals and beautiful parks. Continue your tour with a guided visit to Germany’s incredible capital, Berlin. Following this, you will enjoy the multicultural and diverse cuisines and delicacies in Prague by paying a visit to its numerous lively restaurants. During your time in Munich, embrace the modern automobile technology at the futuristic BMW WELT, where you will find ultra-modern BMW cars and bikes. You will also have an opportunity to admire the beauty and grandeur of the famous Swarovski Museum located in Wattens, Austria. Here, you can see the beauty and glitter of unique Swarovski crystals at this incredible museum. Experience a pristine feeling while taking a boat ride on Traunsee lake in Traunkirchen, Austria. Enjoy the surroundings of the beautiful gardens at Schönbrunn Palace, in Hietzing in Vienna. The tour ends in the capital city of the Czech Republic, where you will pay a visit to the Prague Castle, an impressive monument that dates to the 9th century.
Get ready to see some of the most fascinating cities and amazing landmarks of Europe with this 18-day tour! Start your journey sightseeing Paris, with a Cruise on the River Seine cruise and great views from the Eiffel Tower. Continue to travel to the center of France and explore the region of Bourgogne and Beaune, an area known for its wines. Admire views of castles and vineyards on the way to the Swiss Alps. Experience the rolling hills and majestic mountains of Switzerland. Tour Lake Geneva and enjoy the sights in the Lucern area. Crossover to Italy, a country rich in natural and artistic treasures. Explore its most famous cities: Rome, Milan, Florence, and Venice. While in Venice, admire some of the palazzos and maze of streets and take the opportunity to watch glassblowers create their works as they have done for centuries. Journey through spectacular mountain scenery and picturesque cities in Austria. Marvel the charming Alpine city of Innsbruck. Continue to Salzburg featured in the "Sound of Music", then to Vienna, once the center of the mighty Habsburg Empire and enjoy time cruising along the legendary Danube River. Finally end your tour in vibrant, cosmopolitan Budapest.
This was a busy itinerary which gave us the opportunity to visit several places that we have been dreaming of seeing. Our tour director was fabulous. He communicated the schedule for the day and we didn’t feel stressed, instead we enjoyed the many beautiful cities
I have just got home from my cycle holiday in the Loire. It exceeded my expectations. The guide Pierre, was very knowledgeable and helpful. The bikes were good. The cycle paths were all excellent, a few quiet roads, I did not feel nervous or over challenged. There was variety and plenty of visits to Chateau’s, vineyards and wine tasting. The picnic lunches were all very French, which is all part of the experience, and Thomas made wonderful choices of where we had them. The level of cycling was accurate. The distances were comfortable. I will certainly be looking for my next trip with Exodus.
