Essential Europe

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15 days

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Your service and guide I believe are excellent. Specially one of your guides name Manu, who help us very much with all the changes related to the covid 19 requirements

Antonio P. | Traveled in February

5 - Excellent

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15 daysDuration

Group TourJoin a group of travelers

50 peopleMaximum group size

15 - 99 yearsAge range for participants

EnglishGuide language

Easy

Light physical activity suitable for most people with average fitness levels.

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Madrid, Spain

Amsterdam, Holland

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Itinerary

Travel from the vibrant avenues of Madrid to Amsterdam’s charming canals with the 'Essential Europe' tour—a 15-day city sightseeing journey crafted for seniors. This guided trip connects Spain and Holland, weaving together world-class art, architecture, and culinary delights in a relaxed, easy-paced format.

With hotels, meals, and transport organized, you’re free to enjoy every moment without worry. Each city offers its own blend of tradition and innovation, providing a rich, multi-layered European experience.

The tour package’s key highlight is its balanced itinerary—allowing ample time to absorb the atmosphere and treasures of each destination, making it an ideal choice for those seeking both comfort and cultural immersion.

day 1Madrid

Welcome to Madrid! Upon arrival at the airport, we’ll transfer you to your hotel. You’ll have some free time until the tour begins. Please check the information signs at the reception area for details about the welcome meeting with your guide and fellow travelers. In the evening, we’ll provide a transfer to Plaza Mayor and La Latina, Madrid’s most famous neighborhood for nightlife and tapas restaurants. You can choose to dine at any restaurant you prefer with a variety of options including Spanish, Indian, Chinese, and Middle Eastern cuisines.

day 2Madrid

day 3Madrid, Zaragoza, Poblet, Barcelona

day 4Barcelona, Girona

day 5Girona, Careers Of Lights, Chambéry

day 6Chambéry, Geneva, Gruyeres, Leysin

day 7Leysin, Interlaken, Lucerne, Zurich

day 8Zurich, Strasbourg, Paris

day 9Paris

day 10Paris, Rouen

day 11Rouen, English Channel, Canterbury, London

day 12London

day 13London, Colchester, Colchester - Volendam Ferry

day 14Colchester - Volendam Ferry, Volendam, Amsterdam

day 15Amsterdam

What's Included

Accommodation

Madrid - Praga (4 Star Hotel)Barcelona - Ibis Styles Barcelona Sant Joan Despi (4 Star Hotel)Barcelona - Ac Hotel Som By Marriott (4 Star Hotel)Chambery - Best Western Alexander Park (4 Star Hotel)Leysin - Central Residence (3 Star Hotel)Zurich - Radisson Hotel & Suites Zurich (3 Star Hotel)Paris - Mercure Ivry Quai De Seine (4 Star Hotel)Rouen - Holiday Inn Rouen Centre (3 Star Hotel)Londres - Ibis London Wembley (3 Star Hotel)Ferri Colchester Volendam - Harwick-hoek Van Holland (3 Star Hotel)Amsterdam - Holiday Inn Express Amsterdam Arena Towers (3 Star Hotel)

Meals

1 Dinner Included in: Leysin

Transport

Includes arrival transferBoat: On the Seine river in ParisEvening transfer: Plaza Mayor and la Latina in Madrid, Tower Bridge in London, Leiscester Square, Chinatown and Soho in London, Rembrandtplein area in AmsterdamTransfer: Montmartre neighborhood in Paris, British Museum and Camden district in LondonFerry: Calais (FR) / Dover (UK), Harwich (UK) / Hoek Van Holland (NL)

Others

General Services: Travel by bus with English speaking guide, basic travel insurance, hotel and breakfast buffet.City tour in: Madrid, Barcelona, Paris, London, AmsterdamExcursion: Palace of Versailles in ParisExperiences: Glacier 3000 cable car in the AlpsTicket admission: Santiago Bernabeu Stadium in Madrid, Poblet Monastery, Carrieres de Lumiere Show, Chillon castle; Cailler chocolate factory, 2nd floor of the Eiffel Tower in Paris, Diamond Factory and Museum in Amsterdam

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