Welcome to London and the start of this Europe Christmas Taster tour! After meeting up with your tour guide and fellow travellers, leave London behind and cross the English Channel en route to Paris. Upon arrival, set off on a driving tour of the French capital, also known as the ‘City of Lights’. See some of the city’s most treasured landmarks, such as the Eiffel Tower and the Arc de Triomphe. Enjoy the sights and admire the city in all its festive glory before enjoying dinner at a local restaurant this evening. Afterwards, travel to the hotel to rest up for tomorrow’s free day in Paris!

Experiences

• Driving tour of Paris

• Enjoy dinner in Paris

Meals Dinner

Today, Paris is yours to explore as you wish! The optional Paris+ excursion is a fantastic way to experience the highlights of this iconic city. Featuring a macaron tasting, a guided tour of a famous perfume museum, a lunchtime cruise down the River Seine and much more, it is a treat for the senses! Alternatively, stroll along the Champs-Élysées and shop at bustling Christmas markets. Discover renowned artworks in the Louvre, visit the Eiffel Tower or savour local dishes at a Parisian café. Tonight, join the Evening in Montmartre optional excursion to see the festive decorations in this vibrant neighbourhood and end the night with a truly Parisian experience by joining the optional cabaret show!

Experiences
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It’s Christmas Eve and time to continue the journey! Get a taste of small-town France as the tour travels to Burgundy for a lunch stop in Beaune. Enjoy free time to see the stunning Hospices de Beaune and try some famous French wine in the wine capital of Burgundy. Afterwards, sit back and admire the views on a long scenic drive to Switzerland. Arrive in the heart of the Jungfrau Region at a picture-perfect Swiss mountain village and get settled into your home base for the next two nights. Tonight, get into the festive spirit with an included group dinner!

Experiences

• Explore Burgundy, a UNESCO World Heritage site

• Scenic mountain drive in Switzerland

Meals Breakfast, Dinner

It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas! Embrace the most wonderful day of the year on this free day in the Swiss Alps by embarking on an optional excursion of a lifetime! The Journey to the “Top of Europe” is one of the most recommended activities by travellers and will have you visiting Jungfraujoch, Europe’s highest train station with breathtaking views of snow-laden landscapes. Trips to the unforgettable Ice Palace and Sphinx Observatory are also included. Back at lower altitudes, you’ll have the option to visit local shops and markets to get your fill of shopping or explore nearby towns for the prettiest sights to see. Tonight, join the optional Swiss fondue dinner for an interactive taste of Switzerland.

Experiences
Meals Breakfast,

After a serene stay in the Swiss Alps, it’s time to head to Germany’s famous Rhine Valley! Arrive in St. Goar and board a Rhine riverboat for a relaxing cruise through the heart of the Rhine Valley. Take in the views as you cruise past lofty cliffs, charming medieval towns, and the most concentrated stretch of castles in all of Europe! Arrive in Boppard and enjoy an included wine tasting at a local wine merchant. If the harvest has been good, you may even get to sample Germany’s exclusiveeiswein(ice wine)!

Experiences

• Cruise along the Rhine River

• Taste German wine in the Rhine Valley

Meals Breakfast, Dinner

The tour makes its way to the Netherlands today! The first stop is at a historic windmill to capture the quintessential Dutch view. Next, witness a traditional cheese-making demonstration and learn how traditional clogs are made. Afterwards, the tour heads to Amsterdam where a canal cruise awaits! Upon arrival in Amsterdam, check into the hotel and get ready to view the city from the water. On board the cruise, watch as the city’s 17th-century architecture, intriguing museums, and cafés pass you by and listen out for some interesting insights into the city. Tonight, enjoy an included farewell dinner with your fellow travellers and toast to the incredible time on tour together!

Experiences

• Visit Riekermolen Windmill

• Learn how Dutch cheese and clogs are made

• Cruise Amsterdam’s Canals

• Enjoy dinner in Amsterdam

Meals Breakfast, Dinner

Today is the final day of this Europe Christmas Taster tour but the adventure isn’t over just yet! After breakfast, say goodbye to Amsterdam and journey back to London via the Belgian city of Bruges. Famous for its chocolate, beer,moules et fritesand waffles, make sure you come hungry so you can get a taste of all these local delights! Bruges is more than just a foodie haven, it is also a popular medieval city that boasts quaint cobblestone streets, historic churches, and striking towers. Enjoy free time in the city before heading back to the coach for the journey back to London.

Experiences

• Visit Bruges; a medieval city in Belgium

Meals Breakfast,