European Cavalcade

Europe
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Explore the romantic landscapes, pretty medieval villages and stately capitals of Europe on this 18-day voyage from Amsterdam to Rome and Paris with a stay in the Bay of Naples and visits to Beaune and Monaco along the way. You'll cruise down the Rhine, see the mournful lion of Lucerne and the Vatican City as you capture all the exhilarating highlights of Europe.

Availability

From 22/04/2026 to 31/12/2026

What's included

An expert Travel Director and professional Driver.
Cherry-picked hotels, all tried and trusted.
Many meals and daily breakfasts included.
City orientation tours.
Audio headsets are provided throughout your holiday to enhance your included sightseeing experiences.
Luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries.
Extensive variety of Choice Experiences.
On occasion, hotels of similar standard and location may be utilised.
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Itinerary

  • Day 1 Arrive Amsterdam We kick off our adventure in historic, yet trendy Amsterdam. Soak up the buzz of bicycles and boats as you explore the old-world capital your way. That could mean joining an optional cruise along its tree-lined canals in a glass-topped boat.
  • Day 2 Amsterdam - Cologne - Rhine Cruise - Rhineland The natural beauty of the Rhinelands takes centre stage today as you head east through the lush landscapes of Germany bound for Cologne. Stop briefly to view the Gothic spires of Cologne Cathedral before boarding your cruise down the Rhine, passing a multitude of medieval villages, steep vineyards and storybook castles that line your scenic river route. Arrive later at your hotel in the Rhineland.
  • Day 3 Rhineland - Colmar - Lucerne Region History comes to life as you journey through the vineyards of Alsace to Colmar, which looks like it belongs in a Brothers Grimm fairy tale. Its half-timbered houses and cobbled alleyways could tell their own captivating stories. Enjoy time in this living postcard before continuing through the mountains near Lake Lucerne where you'll spend the next two nights.
  • Day 4 Lucerne orientation and free time Your Travel Director will take you on an orientation tour through Lucerne's Old Town. Walk along the ancient wooden Chapel Bridge and visit the Lion Monument, which Mark Twain described as the 'most mournful and moving piece of stone in the world'. Let the 'heart' of Switzerland capture yours as you immerse yourself in its history and epic scenery. With a full afternoon to explore this pretty lakeside setting on your own, you may decide to spend it shopping for watches, Swiss army knives or chocolate. You could choose instead to ascend to the alpine heavens, joining an optional scenic cruise across Lake Lucerne to Stans, then travelling by railway and cable car up into the mountains for exhilarating mountain views.
  • Day 5 Lucerne Region - Venice (Mestre) Continue to Venice, once a maritime powerhouse and republic whose influences can be seen across the Eastern Mediterranean. You'll arrive just in time for an optional Gondola and Grand Canal cruise - grand palazzi, churches and ornate bridges line your journey.
  • Day 6 Venice orientation and free time Take to the waters of the canal and cruise by private launch to St. Mark's Square, the gateway to the city. Admire the ornate Doge's Palace, the Basilica of St. Mark and the Bridge of Sighs, whose bittersweet views once elicited sighs from prisoners who were unlikely to see their beloved city ever again. There's time on your own to explore the city before we visit master craftsmen at a glassblowing workshop, a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER(R) Experience. Consider joining a Choice Experience to the vibrant rainbow-coloured facades of Burano Island.
  • Day 7 Venice - Rome Italy's capital city lies ahead and with it the promise of a journey into an ancient world, a holy empire and remnants of the Renaissance around every turn. Cross the Veneto plains and Apennine hills, admiring the Tuscan countryside as you travel south to Rome. The rest of your day is free to explore this magnificent City or join the group for a Choice Experience to see some of the city's sights, followed by a dinner of Italian specialties.
  • Day 8 Rome Sightseeing and Free Time With so much to see and do, you could explore Rome for an eternity without getting bored. Join a Local Specialist and get to grips with the city's main attractions. See St. Peter's Basilica and the cosmopolitan throng of devoted pilgrims.
  • Day 9 Rome - Bay of Naples The Bay of Naples calls, and you'll journey south, passing the historic Abbey of Monte Cassino, a site etched with the memories of fierce World War II battles, en route to the breath-taking region of Campania. Arriving in time to savour the afternoon, you may choose to take an optional drive along the enchanting Amalfi Coast, stopping in Positano, an artist's haven, where pastel-coloured houses cascade down the cliffs, their beauty mirrored in the sparkling Tyrrhenian Sea below.
  • Day 10 Explore Sorrento's Coastal Charms Today, you're off on a breezy trip along the jaw-dropping Mediterranean coast to Sorrento - a town so charming it's been stealing hearts for centuries. Gone are the sirens of ancient legend, but the citrusy streets and knockout views await you at every turn. Spend the day your way - check out the historic harbour, hunt for hidden gems, or snack your way through local flavours.
  • Day 11 Bay Of Naples - Florence Don't miss the opportunity to join a Choice Experience to see the excavations of Pompeii in the shadow of Mount Vesuvius. Buried under ash when Vesuvius blew her top, Pompeii remains frozen in time and your Local Specialist will reveal what life was like as one of its former residents. Continue to Florence and Check in to your hotel for an evening at leisure.
  • Day 12 Florence Sightseeing and Free Time No expense was spared to exalt the glory of Florence through art and architecture and you'll see first-hand how this city paved its way to a modern age. Join a Local Guide this morning for an enthralling account of the city's history during a walking tour of its historic centre, including views of Ponte Vecchio, the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, Giotto's Bell Tower and the Baptistery. Visit Piazza della Signoria, the city's main square where many of the political and artistic treasures of the city can be seen. Admire panoramic views of the city from Piazzale Michelangelo then learn about the quality and workmanship of two of this city's historic industries at demonstrations of Florentine leathercraft and 18-carat gold. For a taste of Tuscany, consider joining a Choice Experience in the Tuscan hills with regional favourites, live music and a glass or two of crisp Chianti.
  • Day 13 Florence - Pisa - Monaco - French Riviera Don't resist peer pressure and snap a few strategic photos featuring you and the extraordinary Leaning Tower of Pisa. Admire the Pisan Romanesque Square of Miracles in all its striped marble glory. Its structures are said to symbolise the three main stages of human life - the Baptistery (birth), the Cathedral (life) and the Camposanto (death). Your journey west stretches out to the shimmering Mediterranean coast, where the Principality of Monaco awaits. Keep your cameras at the ready in this home of the rich and famous and attempt to capture the sophistication that seems to ooze from every corner. Next stop, the glamorous French Riviera.
  • Day 14 French Riviera free time There's no shame in spending the day sprawled out on a sun lounger with a cocktail, but if you can pull yourself away, you'll want to join your fellow travellers for an optional exploration of Saint-Paul-de-Vence. Life is rather idyllic in this enchanting walled hill-town and, like some of its famous residents, you'll want to linger here a little longer, but the sun-kissed promenades of Nice beckon. You never know who you might spot seated in those sleek Ferraris and private yachts that dot the French Riviera.
  • Day 15 French Riviera - Avignon - Beaune A brief brush with the Papacy in the 14th century has gifted Avignon with some of the world's most incredible religious architectural legacies. The heart of Provence may no longer hold the importance that the Vatican does today, but views of its Palace of the Popes and St. B?nezet Bridge are no less inspiring. Continue to the historic walled town of Beaune, in the heart of the Burgundy wine region and surrounded by the sprawling vineyards of C?te d'Or. You'll have an evening to get lost in its cobbled streets and sample the region's famous reds your way.
  • Day 16 Beaune - Versailles - Paris From Beaune, we'll head north to the opulence of Versailles - its splendour and beauty created to reflect the self-proclaimed majesty of King Louis XIV, the 'Sun King'. A Choice Experience could see you visit the exquisite sprawling gardens, the Hall of Mirrors with its impressive chandeliers and glinting mirrors. Carry on to Paris where you could join a Choice Experience, including a scenic drive stopping at all the best photo spots.
  • Day 17 Paris sightseeing and free time The Parisians know a thing or two about beauty, elegance and a life well lived which your full day in Paris will deliver in abundance. Hit its grand boulevards on a city sightseeing tour with your Travel Director. See the Arc de Triomphe and Champs-?lys?es then spend the rest of the day discovering the city on your terms. Don't resist the urge to tread in the footsteps of Picasso and Dal? during an optional visit to Montmartre this afternoon, exploring its maze of streets and Artist's Square. There's time to shop for artwork and savour some local specialties before a real highlight this evening - an optional dinner and cabaret performance.
  • Day 18 Depart Paris Say a fond farewell to newfound friends at the end of your holiday. Dining Summary
  • 17 - Breakfast
  • 4 - Dinner Essentials See the historic city centre View the Gothic Cathedral Cruise the romantic Rhine Visit the magnificent medieval town Visit the Lion Monument and view the Chapel Bridge Visit the capital, Vaduz View the Roman Arena and Juliet's Balcony Cruise by private boat to St. Mark's Square See the ancients sites with a Local Guide See Piazza Santa Croce View the Leaning Tower Visit the Principality View the Palace of the Popes and the Pont d'Avignon Explore the heart of the Burgundy winemaking region View the Champs-?lys?es, Arc de Triomphe and Eiffel Tower
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