Artistic Mosaic (English european)

Madrid, Zaragoza, Poblet, Barcelona, Girona, Careers Of Lights, Chambery, Geneva, Gruyeres, Leysin, Interlaken, Lucerne, Zurich, Bellinzona, Como, Milan, Pisa, Rome, Florence, Venice, Innsbruck, Salzburg, Lake Traunsee, Vienna, Budapest, Bratislava, Prague, Pilsen, Rothenburg, Frankfurt, Cruise On The Rhine, Cologne, Amsterdam
22 Days

MADRID

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.

MADRID

The morning will begin with a comprehensive tour of central Madrid, featuring highlights like Paseo del Prado, Cibeles, Neptuno, Puerta de Alcalá, Plaza de Colón, and Plaza Mayor. We’ll then visit Retiro Park, a beautiful oasis in the city center, where we’ll see the lake and the Palacio de Cristal. Admission is included to the Santiago Bernabéu Stadium, the home of Real Madrid—considered by many to be the best football club in the world. Enjoy the rest of the afternoon at your leisure. In the evening, we’ll provide a return transfer to the hotel.

MADRID / ZARAGOZA / POBLET / BARCELONA

In the morning, we’ll leave for ARAGON, travelling through the lands of Castile. Our first stop will be in ZARAGOZA to admire the stunning Cathedral-Basilica of Our Lady of the Pillar. We’ll then journey to the serene Poblet Abbey, one of the best-preserved medieval monasteries in the world (tickets included). Finally, we’ll head to BARCELONA, where we’ll arrive in the evening.

BARCELONA / GIRONA

In the morning, we´ll embark on a tour of the City of Counts. This vibrant city, nestled along the Mediterranean Sea, is famous for Gaudi’s modernist architecture, the bustling Ramblas, and its rich history, highlighted by the Universal Exposition and the Olympics hosted here. BARCELONA is renowned as one of the most beautiful and fascinating European capitals. In the evening, we’ll leave Barcelona and travel north into Catalonia. Before settling into our hotel, we’ll take a walk in GIRONA, exploring its historic center, known for its colorful houses, the old Jewish quarter, and its impressive cathedral.

GIRONA / CAREERS OF LIGHTS / CHAMBéRY

We’ll head to FRANCE, traveling through the PROVENCE region. Our first stop will be ARLES, a small UNESCO World Heritage city known for its connections to Van Gogh. Here, we can visit the Roman theater and quaint Romanesque churches. There will be time to explore and have lunch. Next, we’ll include a visit to Carrières des Lumières, an incredible underground art experience featuring a captivating display of art, images, and sound in an ancient quarry. We’ll arrive in CHAMBERY, the charming capital of Savoy, for the evening, a medieval style city with beautiful historic center and large castle.Note: If tickets for the Carrières des Lumières show are unavailable due to closure or high demand, we will visit the Roman aqueduct of Pont du Gard instead.

CHAMBéRY / GENEVA / GRUYERES / LEYSIN

We’ll journey to SWITZERLAND, arriving in GENEVA. With our guide, we’ll go to Palais des Nations (headquarters of the United Nations in Europe), and we’ll see the beautiful English Garden with its flower clock, and admire the Jet d’Eau, the tallest fountain in Europe. Our next stop will be the charming, walled village of GRUYERES, world-renowned for its cheese. Nearby, there are some of Switzerland´s major chocolate factories, including Nestlé. Our tour includes admission to the Maison Cailler Chocolate Factory, where you’ll enjoy a sweet tasting experience!We’ll continue our journey along scenic roads, passing through bucolic mountain landscapes and picturesque wooden villages, until we reach CHILLON Castle, built on the shores of Lake Geneva (admission included). We’ll arrive in LEYSIN by mid-afternoon, a charming holiday village with spectacular views of the Rhône Valley and Mont Blanc. Leysin is well-known for its winter sports resort and hiking options. Dinner will be includedNote: Depending on availability, accommodation may sometimes be in another charming Swiss town nestled in the Alps, such as Martigny.

LEYSIN / INTERLAKEN / LUCERNE / ZURICH

We’ll experience stunning mountain scenery today, so be sure to pack your winter clothes. We’ll ascend to Glacier 3000 by cable car ride, one of the most spectacular spots in SWITZERLAND featuring ice and snow year-round, and where you can walk on the suspended bridge between two mountain peaks, explore the Ice Cathedral, or enjoy the Fun Park. We’ll stop in INTERLAKEN for lunch before traveling to LUCERNE, one of the most beautiful cities in Switzerland. In the evening, we’ll arrive in ZURICH, with some time to explore the center before heading to the hotel. Note: In case of adverse weather conditions or other unforeseen circumstances, the Glacier 3000 cable car may be closed. If this happens, we will offer an equally spectacular alternative to enjoy the alpine landscapes.

ZURICH / BELLINZONA / COMO / MILAN

We’ll leave ZURICH early in the morning, crossing the Alps to reach the Italian-speaking part of Switzerland. Our first stop will be BELLINZONA, renowned for its three medieval castles, which are UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Perched on the hills overlooking the city, these castles highlight Bellinzona´s historical significance as a key alpine stronghold. Enjoy some free time to wander through the charming streets of the center. Next, we´ll enter Italy and stop in the charming town of COMO for lunch. This town is considered the jewel of LOMBARDY, known for its beautiful gardens beside the lake and its spectacular cathedral. We’ll continue to MILAN, where our guide will take us to the impressive Piazza del Duomo. You’ll have some time to wander around before we transfer you to the hotel.

MILAN / PISA / ROME

Today, we’ll continue our journey to Pisa. We´ll ride a small tourist train to the Piazza dei Miracoli (Square of Miracles), where you´ll have time to admire one of the most captivating and beautiful art complexes in Italy, including the famous Leaning Tower of Pisa. Afterwards, we’ll head to Rome, arriving later in the day.

ROME

In the morning, we’ll take a three-hour guided tour of the Eternal City, combining a walking tour through Imperial Rome with a panoramic bus ride to admire one of the oldest and most influential cities in Western civilization. During the tour, we’ll see iconic landmarks such as the Arch of Constantine, the exterior of the Colosseum and the Imperial Forums, the Circus Maximus, the Baths of Caracalla, the Basilica of Saint Mary Major, the Pyramid of Cestius, and Castel Sant’Angelo.The tour will end at VATICAN CITY around 11:00 a.m. Afterward, our guide will offer an optional visit to explore the Vatican Museums and the Sistine Chapel.At the end of the day, we’ll include a transfer to the popular Trastevere neighborhood, known for its cozy restaurants and lively atmosphere. Return to the hotel will be around 8:30 p.m.

ROME / FLORENCE

Today, we’ll leave ROME and head north, taking in the beautiful landscapes along the way. Upon reaching FLORENCE, we´ll go directly to the stunning Piazzale Michelangelo viewpoint to enjoy breathtaking views of the city. We will then walk toward the historic center where, after some time for lunch, we´ll enjoy a guided walking tour with a local expert, visiting landmarks such as the Ponte Vecchio, the Duomo, and Piazza della Signoria. This city is an authentic open-air museum. Afterward, you´ll have free time to explore on your own. In the evening, you´ll find plenty of options for dinner, with a variety of local and international cuisines.

FLORENCE / VENICE

Today, we’ll enjoy the stunning mountain landscapes as we cross the Apennines. Upon arriving in Venice, we’ll take a boat across the Giudecca Canal to the Island of Venice. With a local guide, we’ll visit the marvelous St. Mark’s Square. Afterwards, we’ll tour the Murano Glass Factory, where you’ll see the fascinating techniques used to create this ancient glass. You´ll have some free time to explore on your own. Accommodation will be in the Mestre district.

VENICE / INNSBRUCK / SALZBURG

We will depart from Venice, traveling to AUSTRIA! Upon arriving in INNSBRUCK, you’ll have time to stroll through the historic city center and enjoy lunch in the Austrian Tyrolean capital. Afterward, we’ll journey along beautiful scenic roads through the mountains to KITZBÜHEL. Once there, you’ll have time to explore this picturesque village, a famous ski resort where snow can be enjoyed for most of the year. We’ll continue our journey to SALZBURG, arriving by the end of the day.Note: If there are few travelers, we may take a train from Venice to Innsbruck.

SALZBURG / LAKE TRAUNSEE / VIENNA

Today, we’ll get to know AUSTRIA better. During the morning, we´ll explore SALZBURG, Mozart’s city. Its Renaissance and Baroque center is filled with beauty, all in the shadow of the grand castle. Next, we’ll travel through lakes and mountains to reach ST. WOLFGANG, a renowned pilgrimage site in Austria. We’ll then head to TRAUNKIRCHEN, located beside the beautiful Traunsee Lake, where we’ll take an included cruise to see four of the lake´s castles before disembarking in GMUNDEN. Afterward, we’ll continue to VIENNA, arriving in the evening.

VIENNA

Today, we’ll embark on a panoramic tour of this impressive city with a local guide. We’ll explore its majestic avenues, beautiful palaces, large parks and vibrant city center. In the afternoon, you’ll have free time to explore on your own. In the evening, we’ll include a transfer to the Grinzing district, an old wine-growing village now part of the city, known for its traditional taverns. You’ll have free time to dine in the area.

VIENNA / BUDAPEST

After about three hours of travel, we’ll arrive in BUDAPEST, the capital of HUNGARY. Our first stop will be the lively area of Váci utca, where you’ll have free time for lunch. After, we’ll kick off our exploration of Budapest with an included boat trip on the Danube River, with historic Buda on one bank and cosmopolitan Pest on the other. The views are unbeatable. Following this, we’ll begin a panoramic tour of the so-called "Queen of the Danube." You’ll have some free time afterwards. In the evening, we’ll offer an optional outing to a Magyar show, with dinner included.

BUDAPEST / BRATISLAVA / PRAGUE

We will leave BUDAPEST early and head for BRATISLAVA, the capital of SLOVAKIA, a charming city along the Danube with an attractive historic center. You´ll have time to explore and enjoy lunch. After, we’ll continue our journey to the CZECH REPUBLIC, arriving in PRAGUE in the evening. We’ll provide a transfer to the Old Town Square, a central spot that offers a fantastic introduction to Prague with its vibrant atmosphere and numerous tourist activities. You can have dinner at one of the many restaurants offering a variety of international cuisines, including Czech, Chinese, Indian, and Italian. Afterward, we’ll return to the hotel.

PRAGUE

Today, we’ll visit the capital, PRAGUE, the Baroque jewel of Europe. Our local tour guide will lead an informative panoramic tour, highlighting the city’s most outstanding monuments. During the tour, there will be a visit to Prague Castle (admission included). After that, enjoy a boat ride on the Vltava River (included). In the afternoon, you’ll have free time to explore the city on your own.

PRAGUE / PILSEN / ROTHENBURG / FRANKFURT

We’ll depart early from PRAGUE and stop in PILSEN, in western Bohemia, a city renowned for its beer. You’ll have time to stroll through its historic center, where you’ll find the Old Town Square, the cathedral, the Plague Column, and a Renaissance-era town hall. We’ll then cross into GERMANY and follow part of the Romantic Road. We’ll visit ROTHENBURG, a town that seems to come straight out of a fairy tale and is considered one of the most beautiful villages in the country. Afterward, we’ll head to FRANKFURT, the financial capital of Germany. After our arrival in the evening, enjoy free time in the historic city center, where you’ll find a wide variety of restaurants offering Indian, Asian, Italian, and international cuisines.

FRANKFURT / CRUISE ON THE RHINE / COLOGNE / AMSTERDAM

Today, we’ll take a scenic cruise on the Rhine between the villages of RÜDESHEIM and ST. GOAR, the river’s most picturesque section. After that, we’ll travel to COLOGNE, known for its immense Gothic cathedral. Then, we’ll head to HOLAND, arriving in AMSTERDAM in the evening.

AMSTERDAM

Today we’ll visit some truly picturesque places; the Holland of our dreams. First, we head to Zaanse Schans, with its charming houses, canals, and windmills. Then on to VOLENDAM, a very scenic fishing village.From Volendam, we’ll take a short boat ride to Marken, once an island now connected to the mainland by a fixed dike. Its houses were traditionally built on stilts to protect from flooding.In the afternoon, we’ll enjoy a guided tour of AMSTERDAM, combining several highlights: the iconic image of the windmill and the Rembrandt statue, the contemporary elegance of the South District, and the centuries-old magic of diamond cutting at Museum Square. Finally, we make our way to the Central Station, where the tour will end. The guide will provide you with information to explore Amsterdam’s famous canals, street markets, and cafés.

AMSTERDAM

After breakfast, our journey will come to an end, leaving you with wonderful lasting memories.

ROMA
ERGIFE
Address: Largo Lorenzo Mossa, 8, 00165 Roma RM
Postal Code: 00165
Country: ITA

PRAGA
DUO
Address: Teplická 492/19
Postal Code: 19000
Country: RC

FRANKFURT
NOVOTEL FRANKFURT CITY
Address: LISE-MEITNER STRASSE 2
Postal Code: 60486
Country: ALE

MADRID
AXOR FERIA
Address: CAMPEZO, 4
Postal Code: 28022
Country: ESP

MADRID
PRAGA
Address: Antonio Lopez 65 CP 28019 MADRID
Postal Code: 28019
Country: ESP

FLORENCIA
NILHOTEL
Address: Eugenio Barsanti 27 a / b - CP 50127 Florencia
Postal Code: 50127
Country: ITA

VIENA
MOXY VIENNA CITY EAST
Address: Im Erdberger Mais 1, 1030 Wien, Austria
Postal Code: 1030
Country: AUS

FRANKFURT
CROWNE PLAZA FRANKFURT CONGRESS
Address: Lyoner Str. 44 -48
Postal Code: 60528
Country: ALE

PRAGA
OLYMPIK CONGRESS
Address: U Sluncové 14
Postal Code: 18676
Country: RC

FRANKFURT
IBIS FRANKFURT CITY MESSE
Address: Leonardo-da-Vinci-Allee 40
Postal Code: 60486
Country: ALE

BARCELONA
AC HOTEL SOM BY MARRIOTT
Address: Arquitectura, 1-3 LHospitalet de Llobregat, Barcelona 08908
Postal Code: 08908
Country: ESP

FRANKFURT
LEONARDO ESCHBORN FRANKFURT
Address: Klner Strasse 6 - Eschborn, Alemania
Postal Code: 65760
Country: ALE

MADRID
PUERTA DE TOLEDO
Address: GLORIETA DE LA PUERTA DE TOLEDO, 4
Postal Code: 28005
Country: ESP

VENECIA
ELITE
Address: Via Forte Marghera 119
Postal Code: 30173
Country: ITA

GERONA
BEST WESTERN PREMIER CMC GIRONA
Address: Carrer Barcelona, 112, 17003 Girona
Postal Code: 17003
Country: ESP

FLORENCIA
NOVOTEL FIRENZE NORD
Address: Via Tevere 23 CP 50019 Osmannoro SESTO FIORENTINO
Postal Code: 50019
Country: ITA

CHAMBERY
KYRIAD CHAMBERY CENTRE
Address: Rue de la Republique, 371 CP 73000 - Chambery
Postal Code: 73000
Country: FRA

SALZBURGO
HARRYS XL SALZBURG
Address: Fanny-von-Lehnert-Straße 6-8, Elisabeth-Vorstadt
Postal Code: 5020
Country: AUS

BARCELONA
CATALONIA BARCELONA 505
Address: Muntaner, 505, CP 08/022 BARCELONA
Postal Code: 08022
Country: ESP

LEYSIN
ALPINE CLASSIC HOTEL LEYSIN
Address: Route de la Cité 4
Postal Code: 1854
Country: SUI

VENECIA
LUGANO TORRETTA
Address: Via Giorgio Rizzardi, 11
Postal Code: 30175
Country: ITA

ZURICH
RADISSON HOTEL & SUITES ZURICH
Address: Thurgauerstrasse 116, Opfikon
Postal Code: 8152
Country: SUI

VIENA
RAINERS HOTEL VIENNA
Address: GUDRUNSTRASSE 184
Postal Code: 1100
Country: AUS

ROMA
GRAND FLEMING
Address: Piazza Monteleone di Spoleto, 20
Postal Code: 00191
Country: ITA

MILAN
IH MILANO LORENTEGGIO
Address: VIA LORENTEGGIO, 278
Postal Code: 20152
Country: ITA

BARCELONA
IBIS STYLES BARCELONA SANT JOAN DESPI
Address: C/ de la TV3, 2 CP 08970 Sant Joan Despi - Barcelona
Postal Code: 08970
Country: ESP

BUDAPEST
RADISSON BUDAPEST BUDAPART
Address: Budapest, Dombóvári út 25A, 1117 Hungría
Postal Code: 1117
Country: HUN

BARCELONA
CATALONIA SABADELL
Address: Pl. Catalunya, 10-12 . 08206 Sabadell Barcelona
Postal Code: 08206
Country: ESP

MILAN
AS DEI GIOVI
Address: Via A. Manzoni, 99
Postal Code: 20811
Country: ITA

PRAGA
PANORAMA HOTEL PRAGUE
Address: MILEVSKA 1695/7
Postal Code: 14063
Country: RC

BUDAPEST
MERCURE BUDAPEST CASTLE HILL
Address: KRISZTINA KORUT 41 -43
Postal Code: 1013
Country: HUN

AMSTERDAM
PARK PLAZA AMSTERDAM AIRPORT
Address: MELBOURNESTRAAT 1
Postal Code: 1175 RM
Country: HLD

PRAGA
COMFORT PRAGUE CITY EAST
Address: Becvarova, 14 10000 Prague - Czechia
Postal Code: 10000
Country: RC

CHAMBERY
BEST WESTERN ALEXANDER PARK
Address: 51 Rue Alexander Fleming, 73000 Chambéry,
Postal Code: 73000
Country: FRA

AMSTERDAM
HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS AMSTERDAM ARENA TOWERS
Address: Hoogoorddreef 66 b
Postal Code: 1101BE
Country: HLD

MILAN
AS LIMBIATE FIERA
Address: Corso Como, 52
Postal Code: 20812
Country: ITA

LEYSIN
CAMPANILE MARTIGNY
Address: Rue du Léman 15 - MARTIGNY
Postal Code: 1920
Country: SUI

LEYSIN
CENTRAL RESIDENCE
Address: Route du Belvédre 20
Postal Code: 1854
Country: SUI

ROMA
ARAN PARK
Address: RICARDDO FORSTER 24
Postal Code: 00143
Country: ITA

ZURICH
INTERCITY ZURICH AIRPORT
Address: Flughofstrasse 63 , Rmlang
Postal Code: 8153
Country: SUI

ZURICH
MERCURE ZURICH CITY
Address: Vulkanstrabe 108b,CP 8048 ZUrich,,
Postal Code: 8048
Country: SUI

FLORENCIA
RAFFAELLO
Address: VIALE MORGAGNI, 19
Postal Code: 50134
Country: ITA

VENECIA
DELFINO
Address: Corso del Popolo 211
Postal Code: 30172
Country: ITA

BUDAPEST
TRIBE BUDAPEST STADIUM
Address: Budapest, Könyves Kálmán krt. 34, 1097 Hungría
Postal Code: 1097
Country: HUN

AMSTERDAM
IBIS AMSTERDAM CITY WEST
Address: Transformatorweg 36
Postal Code: 1014 AK
Country: HLD

SALZBURGO
ECO SUITE
Address: Adolf-Kolping-Str. 12 CP A-5020 Salzburg
Postal Code: A-5020
Country: AUS

VIENA
CITADINES APARTHOTEL SOUTH VIENNA
Address: Triester Str. 27, 1100 Wien, Austria
Postal Code: 1100
Country: AUS

  • Europamundo General Services: Travel by bus with English speaking guide, basic travel insurance, hotel and breakfast buffet.
  • Includes arrival transfer
  • City tour in: Madrid, Barcelona, Rome, Florence, Venice, Vienna, Budapest, Prague, Amsterdam
  • Boat: To the historic St. Mark´s Square area in Venice, Traunsee lake in Traunkirchen , Along Danube River in Budapest , Along Vltava river in Prague , Cruise on the Rhine River , Volendam/Marken
  • Evening transfer: Plaza Mayor and la Latina in Madrid, Trastevere neighborhood in Rome , Grinzing district in Vienna , Old Town Square in Prague , Rembrandtplein area in Amsterdam
  • Experiences: Glacier 3000 cable car in the Alps
  • Transfer: Piazzale Michelangelo in Florence
  • Ticket admission: Santiago Bernabeu Stadium in Madrid, Poblet Monastery , Carrieres de Lumiere Show , Chillon castle; Cailler chocolate factory , Murano Glass Factory in Venice , Prague Castle , Diamond Factory and Museum in Amsterdam
  • Train: Piazza dei Miracoli in Pisa
  • 1 Dinner Included in: Leysin

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