European Accent Start Amsterdam
European Accent Start Amsterdam
European Accent Start Amsterdam
15 Days Starting in Amsterdam, Netherlands and ending in Paris, France
Visiting: Amsterdam, Rhineland-Palatinate, Lucerne, Venice, Rome, Florence, French Riviera, Lyon, Paris
Tour operator:
Tour code:
QEACCN26
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Tour operated in:
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Tour Overview
You won't be able to keep your eyes off the epic landscapes of the Rhine, Tuscany and the French Riviera as you journey from Amsterdam to all the main highlights of Europe. Explore Venice and Paris, encounter centuries of papal history in Rome and Avignon, and cruise down Europe's mightiest river. Don't miss a thing on this jaunt across Europe with new friends.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1: Arrive Amsterdam
Location: Amsterdam
Accommodation Name: Ibis Schiphol
Welcome to the colorful city of Amsterdam. Explore this city of bicycles and boats before joining your Travel Director and fellow travelers this evening.
Day 2: Amsterdam Orientation
Location: Amsterdam
Accommodation Name: Ibis Schiphol
Meals Included: Breakfast
It won’t take long to fall in love with the Dutch capital. Your orientation tour will take you through the city’s historic center, then perhaps join a Choice Experience to Volendam where the Dutch traditions of cheese and clog making take center stage or on an optional cruise through the city's canals.
Day 3: Amsterdam – Rhine Cruise – Rhineland
Location: Rhineland-Palatinate
Accommodation Name: NH Hirschberg
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
You won't want to blink as you head east into the lush landscapes of Germany and you'd be forgiven for wanting to jump ship and stay forever as you cruise down the Rhine River. With medieval villages, steep vineyards and storybook castles, the Rhine Valley has enchanted painters and writers for centuries. See it in all its glory as you board a leisurely river cruise on one of the best sightseeing tours in Europe, winding your way through romantic Rhineland landscapes.
Day 4: Rhineland – Lucerne Region
Location: Lucerne
Accommodation Name: SwissEver Zug
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Slice through the heart of Switzerland bound for Lucerne on your very own 'Grand Tour' of Europe. Take a step back in time when you join your Travel Director for an orientation tour, exploring the Old Town, the ancient wooden Chapel Bridge and Lion Monument. The mournful, mortally wounded lion hewn from rock commemorates the sacrifice made by the Swiss Guards who died defending Louis XVI during the French Revolution. This afternoon, you’ll have some time to explore the city your way, perhaps with some retail therapy. You could choose to ascend to the alpine heavens instead, joining an optional scenic cruise across Lake Lucerne to Stans, then traveling by railway and cable car up into the mountains for exhilarating mountain views.
Day 5: Lucerne Region – Venice (Oriago)
Location: Venice
Accommodation Name: Il Burchiello
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
You'll touch the sky when you follow the St. Gotthard highway, winding past epic mountain scenery south to Chiasso, on the border of Italy. Cross the border and continue past Italy's enchanting Lake District and the Veneto Plains to the 'Queen of the Adriatic', Venice. You'll have some time to explore on your own or perhaps admire the beauty of Venice from its maze of canals. Join a Choice Experience to cruise by private water taxi along Venice's Grand Canal and board a gondola, watching life unfold along the city's narrow calle and magical waterways.
Day 6: Venice Orientation And Free Time
Location: Venice
Accommodation Name: Il Burchiello
Meals Included: Breakfast
Cruise by private launch to St. Mark's Square. All the main attractions are within walking distance of the Piazza so you'll have easy access to view the famous Byzantine Basilica of St. Mark. Spend your time wandering the calle of Venice before we visit a glassblowing workshop, a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience. Watch talented master craftsmen at work, engaged in the same craft as their ancestors from centuries ago. Witness them crafting the beautiful glass creations that are characteristic of Venice. This afternoon, consider taking an optional cruise across the lagoon to colorful Burano Island.
Day 7: Venice – Rome
Location: Rome
Accommodation Name: Ergife Palace
Meals Included: Breakfast
This Europe value tour just keeps getting better and today the 'Eternal City' beckons as you cross the Apennines through Tuscany to Rome. There's time to hit the streets on your own or go for a leisurely stroll to one of the city's thronging piazzas for a spot of people watching. Or consider joining an optional guided sightseeing tour of Rome. Whatever you choose, it’s all about embracing life lived the Italian way – to the fullest.
Day 8: Rome Sightseeing And Free Time
Location: Rome
Accommodation Name: Raganelli
Meals Included: Breakfast
Meet your Local Guide for a guided sightseeing tour that begins in the Vatican City. The dome of St. Peter's Basilica looms over the expansive St. Peter's Square - the impressive backdrop for time spent learning about the world's smallest country. The rest of the day is yours to explore. Perhaps join an optional light-hearted meal in the evening, revealing all the flavors that would make any Italian mamma proud.
Day 9: Rome – Florence
Location: Florence
Accommodation Name: The Gate
Meals Included: Breakfast
Set your sights firmly on Florence, the birthplace of the Renaissance and a city that has inspired poets, authors and artists for centuries. There are few cities in the world with an artistic legacy equal to that of Florence and now's your chance to experience it in all its glory. Experience the heart of the city and see the Fountain of Neptune in Piazza della Signoria. Delve into Florence’s Renaissance heritage by seeing Piazza Santa Croce and its famous church. Later, you can spend a lovely evening in the Tuscan hills by joining a Choice Experience dinner.
Day 10: Florence – Pisa – Monaco – French Riviera
Location: French Riviera
Accommodation Name: Ibis Cannes Mandelieu
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
If you’ve always dreamed of visiting that famous leaning tower, we’ll take you to snap a few strategic photos featuring you and the extraordinary Leaning Tower of Pisa. Admire Pisa's 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). Next, head west to the stylish shores of Monaco. Keep your eyes peeled as you drive along its glitzy boulevards and take in all the sophistication that seems to ooze from every corner. Next stop, the glamorous French Riviera.
Day 11: French Riviera Free Time
Location: French Riviera
Accommodation Name: Ibis Cannes Mandelieu
Meals Included: Breakfast
What a treat! You have a full free day to do as you wish on the French Riviera. There's no shame in spending the day sprawled out on a sun lounger with a cocktail, but if you can tear yourself away from the beach, you may choose to join your fellow travelers 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. You never know who you might spot seated in those sleek Ferraris and private yachts dotted around the French Riviera.
Day 12: French Riviera – Avignon – Lyon
Location: Lyon
Accommodation Name: Ibis Styles Hotel Lyon Confluence
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today you'll travel to the heart of Provence and the city of Avignon. A brief brush with the Papacy in the 14th century has gifted Avignon with one of the world's most incredible religious architectural legacies. While it may no longer hold the importance that the Vatican does today, views of its Palace of the Popes and St. Bénezet Bridge are just as inspiring. Later today, you’ll arrive in Lyon.
Day 13: Lyon – Versailles – Paris
Location: Paris
Accommodation Name: Novotel Pont de Sèvres
Meals Included: Breakfast
We've then got another treat in store for you today - our Choice Experience Palace of Versailles tour, where you’ll join a Local Specialist to explore the grand Palace of Versailles. Its splendor and beauty was created to reflect the self-proclaimed majesty of King Louis XIV, the 'Sun King'. See the exquisite sprawling gardens and the Hall of Mirrors with its impressive chandeliers and glinting mirrors. Carry on to Paris later to enjoy the city by night.
Day 14: Paris Sightseeing And Free Time
Location: Paris
Accommodation Name: Novotel Pont de Sèvres
Meals Included: Breakfast
The Parisians know a thing or two about beauty, elegance and a life well lived - and you’ll see it all up close with your full day in Paris. Take to the streets on a sightseeing tour with your Travel Director, to see the Arc de Triomphe, the Champs-Élysées and Eiffel Tower. 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 Dalí 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 savor some local specialties before a real highlight this evening – an optional dinner and cabaret performance.
Day 15: Depart Paris
Location: Paris
Meals Included: Breakfast
This morning, after breakfast, say farewell to your fellow travelers.
What's Included
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Meals
The tour includes 14 breakfasts and 4 dinners.
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Sightseeing
Enjoy guided sightseeing tours in various cities including Amsterdam, Lucerne, Venice, Rome, Florence, and Paris.
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Cruises
Experience a Rhine River cruise and a private boat cruise to St. Mark's Square in Venice.
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Accommodation
Accommodation is provided in various hotels throughout the tour.
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Transportation
Transportation between cities is included as part of the tour package.
What's Not Included
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Optional Experiences
Optional experiences such as a cruise through Amsterdam's canals, a gondola ride in Venice, and a visit to Montmartre in Paris are not included.
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Personal Expenses
Personal expenses such as souvenirs, additional meals, and drinks are not included.
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Travel Insurance
Travel insurance is not included and is recommended to be purchased separately.
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Flights
International and domestic flights to and from the tour start and end locations are not included.
Mode of Transport
Travel through Europe with ease, enjoying scenic drives and private boat cruises, including a Rhine River cruise and a private launch to St. Mark's Square in Venice, ensuring a seamless and picturesque journey.
Accommodation
Stay in comfort at a variety of hotels including Ibis Schiphol in Amsterdam, NH Hirschberg in Rhineland, SwissEver Zug in Lucerne, Il Burchiello in Venice, Ergife Palace in Rome, The Gate in Florence, Ibis Cannes Mandelieu on the French Riviera, and Novotel Pont de Sèvres in Paris.
Dining Summary
- 14 Breakfast (B)
- 4 Dinner (D)
Essentials
- See the historic city center
- Cruise the romantic Rhine
- Visit the Lion Monument and view the Chapel Bridge
- Scenic St. Gotthard highway
- Cruise by private boat to St. Mark's Square and visit a traditional glassblowing workshop
- View the Colosseum and see the ancient sites
- See Piazza Santa Croce and enjoy panoramic city views from Piazzale Michelangelo
- View the Palace of the Popes and the Pont d'Avignon
- View the Champs-Élysées, Arc de Triomphe and Eiffel Tower
Check out our Q&As
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What unique experiences are included in the Venice portion of the tour?
In Venice, you will cruise by private launch to St. Mark's Square, visit a traditional glassblowing workshop, and have the option to take a gondola ride or cruise across the lagoon to Burano Island.
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What can I expect during the Rhine Cruise?
During the Rhine Cruise, you will enjoy a leisurely river cruise through the romantic Rhineland landscapes, passing medieval villages, steep vineyards, and storybook castles.
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What activities are available in Lucerne?
In Lucerne, you can explore the Old Town, see the ancient wooden Chapel Bridge and Lion Monument, and have the option to take a scenic cruise across Lake Lucerne and ascend into the mountains by railway and cable car.
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What is included in the Rome sightseeing tour?
The Rome sightseeing tour includes a guided visit to the Vatican City, where you will see St. Peter's Basilica and St. Peter's Square.
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What highlights are included in the Paris sightseeing tour?
The Paris sightseeing tour includes visits to the Arc de Triomphe, the Champs-Élysées, and the Eiffel Tower, with optional activities such as visiting Montmartre and attending a dinner and cabaret performance.
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What can I do during the free day on the French Riviera?
During the free day on the French Riviera, you can relax on the beach, explore the area, or join an optional excursion to the enchanting walled hill-town of Saint-Paul-de-Vence.
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Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?
The beauty and joy of taking a guided vacation with Costsaver is that you get to meet, travel and make friends with people from all over the world.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
Costsaver is part of The Travel Corporation, which has been in business for over 100 years.
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What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
Costsaver is proud to be a founding partner of the TreadRight Foundation, a not-for-profit organisation started in 2008. To date the charity has donated over US$2 million to assist underprivileged communities and support sustainable tourism initiatives around the globe.
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Costsaver requires a minimum deposit of 350 USD per person or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 90 days before departure.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of costsaver charges.
Up to 91 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 90 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.
At 29 days before tour starts: Forfeit 80% of booking price.
At 1 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.
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