European Rhapsody - Start Amsterdam, Classic Group

European Rhapsody - Start Amsterdam, Classic Group

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European Rhapsody - Start Amsterdam, Classic Group

11 Days Starting in Amsterdam, Netherlands and ending in Venice, Italy

Visiting: Amsterdam, Würzburg, Prague, Budapest, Vienna, Venice

Tour operator:

Insight Vacations

Specialist Group:

Family/Kids

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Physical rating:

Low

Special diets catered:

Vegetarians

Tour operated in:

English
From: $4055 $3975 Barrhead discount: -$80

NB: Prices correct on 23-Dec-2024 but subject to change.

Tour Overview

Experience the finest Europe has to offer as you lose yourself on the Romantic Road in Rothenburg and satisfy your appetite in Hungary with a fine dining dinner cruise in Budapest. Led by local experts, your experience will rival the aristocrats of yesteryear in the famed Carinthian Lake District. After checking in at your exclusive, private boat access hotel, dinner is served at La Fenice before twilight night caps at Café Florian—the premier cocktail bar in Venice. Sample a little pomp and circumstance with the Bavarian grandeur of Germany's Wurzburg Residenz and in Vienna, tread in the footsteps of your local Travel Director with a chance to take a private tour of Maria Theresa's awesome Schonbrunn Palace.

Choice Highlights

  • Choose between two carefully selected activities
  • Prague: Stroll through the Jewish Quarter with your Local Expert to hear how the Jewish community has shaped the history of Prague, and taste Trdelník, a traditional Czech pastry.
  • Prague: Explore Prague with your Local Expert, walk the courtyards of the Castle, and visit the imposing St. Vitus Cathedral. The city is then yours to explore. Maybe take a river cruise through the heart of the city, or walk in the footsteps of kings along the Royal Route?

Top Rated Highlights

  • Amsterdam: Cruise along the waterways, discovering the architectural gems of the old city, including mansions dating from the Golden Age of the 17th Century.
  • Wurzburg: Stand on the statue-lined Alte Mainbrucke and see the Marienburg fortress.
  • Wurzburg: Visit the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Wurzburg Residence.
  • Rothenburg ob der Tauber: Picturesque Rothenburg ob der Tauber is the best-preserved medieval town in Germany and a truly enchanting destination. Step back in time and explore the city walls, towers, and gates around the old town as well as the old town itself.
  • Vienna: Join your Local Expert for a city tour that reveals both the renowned sights and hidden gems of Vienna's historic core. Travel along the Ring Road to see the Hofburg Imperial Residence, Opera House, Parliament Building and Karlskirche.
  • Venice: With your Travel Director cruise to St. Mark's Square and see the Doge's Palace, Bridge of Sighs and St. Mark's Basilica.
  • Budapest: Explore the Old Town of Buda with a Local Expert.

Make Travel Matter

Venice: Witness the ancient skill of glassblowing, now practised by precious few masters. Watch artisans create delicate works of art using rare traditional practices. The workshop's master craftsmen teach visitors about the traditional craft of glassblowing and its history which dates back to the 15th century. Every visit helps to support the workshop and the survival of this traditional craft.  This workshop directly supports United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities.

Authentic Dining

Amsterdam: Toast to the travels ahead during your dinner of modern European cuisine at a local restaurant.

Budapest: Enjoy a scenic dinner cruise and take in the city's night time beauty as you float along the Danube.

Venice: Savor a Venetian Celebration Dinner with wine in a restaurant in the heart of this historic city.

Insight Choice

Prague: Stroll through the Jewish Quarter with your Local Expert to hear how the Jewish community has shaped the history of Prague, and taste Trdelník, a traditional Czech pastry.

Prague: Explore Prague with your Local Expert, walk the courtyards of the Castle, and visit the imposing St. Vitus Cathedral. The city is then yours to explore. Maybe take a river cruise through the heart of the city, or walk in the footsteps of kings along the Royal Route?

Itinerary

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Day 1: Arrive Amsterdam

Location: Amsterdam

Accommodation: Grand Hotel Amrâth Amsterdam.

Accommodation Name: Apollo, Amsterdam

Meals Included: Dinner

Welcome to Amsterdam, enjoy a day of leisure. Join your Travel Director for a Welcome Reception. Mingle and get to know your fellow travelers as you cruise along some of the many quaint, tree-lined canals, to explore the heart of the Old City, before enjoying a pleasant evening of dinner and wine at a local restaurant.

Day 2: Rhine Valley To Würzburg

Location: Würzburg

Accommodation: Maritim Hotel Würzburg.

Accommodation Name: Maritim, Würzburg

Meals Included: Breakfast

Relax with a scenic drive along the Rhine Valley to Würzburg. See the mighty Marienburg Fortress – the immense baroque palace of the Prince Bishops and one of the most important landmarks in Germany. On arrival, visit the imposing Würzburg Residenz, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, with a Local Expert. Marvel at intricate decorations and lavish staterooms.

Day 3: Rothenburg And Golden Prague

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Location: Prague

Accommodation: Hotel Royal Prague.

Accommodation Name: Royal, Prague

Meals Included: Breakfast

In the morning venture to Rothenburg ob der Tauber, the most well-preserved town on the Romantic Road. Continue east to the Czech border, passing the town of Pilsen renowned for its beer, before reaching the Golden City of Prague. In the evening, perhaps take a river cruise through the heart of the city?

Day 4: Prague, City Of A Hundred Spires

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Panagiotis Myrelis
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Location: Prague

Accommodation: Hotel Royal Prague.

Accommodation Name: Royal, Prague

Meals Included: Breakfast

Explore Prague with Insight Choice. Choose to walk the courtyards of the Castle and visit the imposing St. Vitus Cathedral. Alternatively, join your Local Expert through the Jewish Quarter and hear about the history, traditions and legends of the Jewish people and taste Trdelník, a traditional Czech pastry. Then, the city is all yours to explore. Perhaps rummage through the renowned antique stores or shop for the finest Bohemian crystal?

Day 5: Through Bohemia To Budapest

Location: Budapest

Accommodation: Hilton Garden Inn, Budapest.

Accommodation Name: Hilton Garden Inn, Budapest

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

Start the day with a journey through the beautiful forested countryside of Bohemia. Travel to Hungary, following the River Danube to Budapest. In the evening, join a Local Expert to enjoy a scenic dinner cruise, gliding past UNESCO World Heritage Sites. The city’s spectacular nighttime beauty earns it the nickname 'Pearl of the Danube’.

Day 6: Budapest, Queen Of The Danube

Location: Budapest

Accommodation: Hilton Garden Inn, Budapest.

Accommodation Name: Hilton Garden Inn, Budapest

Meals Included: Breakfast

Drive along the beautiful Andrassy Avenue to Heroes' Square. Stroll through the alleys of the Old Town of Buda and admire sweeping views from the Fisherman’s Bastion with a Local Expert. Stand atop Gellért Hill where the colossal Liberty Statue stands in front of the Citadella watching over the city. Marvel at extensive panoramic views as you look out over the famous river dividing Buda and Pest - the two sides linked by the mighty Chain Bridge and the elegant, newer Elizabeth Bridge.

Day 7: The Flavors Of Budapest

Location: Vienna

Accommodation: Hilton Vienna Park.

Accommodation Name: Hilton Vienna Park, Hilton Vienna Plaza, Vienna

Meals Included: Breakfast

This morning enjoy a tour of the Liszt Music Academy with a student, followed by an enchanting recital. The university was founded by the piano virtuoso and composer Franz Liszt in 1875. Continue your travels, past the Turul Monument, a large eagle statue overlooking the town of Tatabanya, to the Austrian border and through pleasant farming country to the imperial capital of Vienna.

Day 8: Vienna And The Habsburgs

Location: Vienna

Accommodation: Hilton Vienna Park.

Accommodation Name: Hilton Vienna Park, Hilton Vienna Plaza, Vienna

Meals Included: Breakfast

In the morning, there is the option to join a private tour of Maria Theresa's Schönbrunn Palace and formal gardens. Get your camera ready for a drive around the famous Ring Road. This grand boulevard, built along the lines of the old city walls, showcases many of the capital's architectural masterpieces, including the Opera House, magnificent Hofburg Imperial Residence and Parliament building. Later, join your Local Expert for a walk through Innere Stadt, the first district and historic core of Vienna. Sit down for traditional coffee and cake and mingle with locals at a cozy café. .

Day 9: Lake Wörthersee To Venice

Location: Venice

Accommodation: Eurostars Residenza Cannaregio, Venice.

Accommodation Name: Eurostars Residenza Cannaregio, Venice

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

This day's route takes you past quiet villages, through Styria's forested mountains and into the Carinthian Lake District. Continue past Europe's warmest lake, the Wörthersee, to cross into Italy near Tarvisio. Then follow mountain valleys and cascading streams down to the Veneto Plain en route to the unique city of Venice. Arrive by private boat to your hotel. In the late afternoon and early evening, sip a cocktail on the corner of Piazza San Marco, whilst you are serenaded by an ensemble of talented musicians. Afterwards, stroll past the Doges Palace and the famous 'Bridge of Sighs' to a local restaurant in the heart of the San Marco 'sestieri' for a magical dinner.

Day 10: The Magic Of 'La Serenissima' Relaxed Start

Location: Venice

Accommodation: Eurostars Residenza Cannaregio, Venice.

Accommodation Name: Eurostars Residenza Cannaregio, Venice

Meals Included: Breakfast

In the morning, prepare to embrace this most romantic city. Visit St. Mark's Square, dominated by its magnificent basilica and overlooked by the great Clock Tower. Also in the square stands the immense Campanile and Doge's Palace which is connected to the ancient prisons by the Bridge of Sighs. Join a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience as you witness the skill of glassblowers on a visit to a traditional arts center. The rest of the day is free. Perhaps shop in the small arcades or why not cruise the Venetian lagoon to the island of Burano for a meal of local specialties and wine?

Day 11: Arrivederci Venice

Location: Venice

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Meals Included: Breakfast

Alas, you must bid farewell to this enchanting city. Your departure transfer arrives at Venice Marco Polo Airport. On occasion, hotels of similar standard and location may be utilized.

What's Included

  • Personal radio headsets

    Personal radio headsets give you the freedom to wander during visits to famous highlights, without missing any of your Local Expert's fascinating commentary.

  • Hotel and restaurant tips

    Hotel and restaurant tips are included - you'll never have to worry about how much to give, nor search for foreign currency. We also include all taxes and porterage charges at hotels.

  • Baggage handling

    We carry your bags for you and promptly deliver them to your hotel door.

  • Insight Flourish

    From time to time, your Travel Director will delight you with an Insight Flourish, which is a local specialty representing the destination.

  • Complimentary Wi-Fi

    Stay connected with friends and family with our complimentary coach and hotel Wi-Fi (where available).

  • Transfer services

    If your arrival and/or departure flights are as per the itinerary start and end dates, then transfers are available at scheduled times. If your flights are outside these times, or you have booked additional nights accommodation with Insight Vacations, you may purchase transfers or make your own way from/to the airport.

What's Not Included

  • International Airfare

    Flights to and from the tour start and end points are not included.

  • Travel Insurance

    Travel insurance is not included and is recommended for all travelers.

  • Optional Activities

    Activities not included in the itinerary or those listed as optional are not covered.

  • Personal Expenses

    Items of a personal nature, such as souvenirs, laundry, and drinks not specified, are not included.

  • Meals Not Specified

    Any meals not listed as included in the itinerary are at your own expense.

  • Visa Fees

    Any required visas or related fees are not included.

Dining Summary

  • 4 Dinner with Wine (DW)
  • 10 Breakfast (B)

Additional Included Highlights

  • Personal radio headsets give you the freedom to wander during visits to famous highlights, without missing any of your Local Expert's fascinating commentary.
  • Hotel and restaurant tips are included - you'll never have to worry about how much to give, nor search for foreign currency. We also include all taxes and porterage charges at hotels.
  • We carry your bags for you and promptly deliver them to your hotel door.
  • From time to time, your Travel Director will delight you with an Insight Flourish, which is a local specialty representing the destination.
  • Stay connected with friends and family with our complimentary coach and hotel Wi-Fi (where available).
  • If your arrival and/or departure flights are as per the itinerary start and end dates, then transfers are available at scheduled times. If your flights are outside these times, or you have booked additional nights accommodation with Insight Vacations, you may purchase transfers or make your own way from/to the airport.

Insight Experiences

  • Budapest: Enjoy a tour of the Liszt Music Academy with a student, followed by an enchanting recital. Producing incredible musical talent, the university was founded by piano virtuoso and composer Franz Liszt in 1875.
  • Vienna: Be pampered with traditional coffee and cake. An experience like no other, this cozy café provides companionship, and promotes well-being and support for the community, in addition to crafting delicious treats.

Summary

  • See Amsterdam • Alte Mainbruckem and Marienburg Fortress in Wurzburg • Rothenburg-ob-der-Tauber • Old Town Square, St Vitus Cathedral and Prague Castle • Váci Utca and Gellért Hill in Budapest • Hofburg Imperial Residence, Opera House, Parliament Building and Karlskirche in Vienna • St. Mark's Square and Doge's Palace in Venice.

Well-being

  • Enjoy the comfort of Insight's luxurious, air-conditioned, 40-seat coach with double the standard legroom and onboard washroom. Our customized luxury coaches are sanitized before the start of your tour and are maintained to very high standards. Physical distancing measures have been implemented on our customized luxury coaches.
  • Hand sanitizer is freely available on board for you to use throughout the day.

Mode of Transport

Travel in style and comfort with Insight's luxurious, air-conditioned, 40-seat coach featuring double the standard legroom and onboard washroom. Enjoy complimentary Wi-Fi and personal radio headsets for guided tours, ensuring a seamless and connected journey across Europe.

Accommodation

Experience comfort and luxury at the Grand Hotel Amrâth in Amsterdam, Maritim Hotel in Wurzburg, Royal Hotel in Prague, Hilton Garden Inn in Budapest, Hilton Vienna Park, and Eurostars Residenza Cannaregio in Venice, each offering a unique blend of local charm and modern amenities.

Check out our Q&As

  • What unique experiences are included in the tour?

    The tour includes a variety of unique experiences such as a scenic dinner cruise along the Danube in Budapest, a visit to a traditional glassblowing workshop in Venice, and a tour of the Liszt Music Academy in Budapest with a student followed by a recital.

  • Are there any special dining experiences during the tour?

    Yes, the tour offers several special dining experiences including a Welcome Dinner in Amsterdam, a scenic dinner cruise in Budapest, and a Venetian Celebration Dinner with wine in Venice.

  • What are some of the highlights of the Prague visit?

    In Prague, you can choose to explore the courtyards of the Castle and visit St. Vitus Cathedral, or stroll through the Jewish Quarter with a Local Expert to learn about the history and taste Trdelník, a traditional Czech pastry. The city is also yours to explore further, with options like a river cruise or sampling local pilsners.

  • What is the 'Make Travel Matter' experience in Venice?

    In Venice, the 'Make Travel Matter' experience involves witnessing the ancient skill of glassblowing at a traditional arts center. This visit supports the survival of this traditional craft and aligns with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities.

  • What kind of transportation is provided during the tour?

    The tour provides transportation in a luxurious, air-conditioned coach with double the standard legroom and an onboard washroom. The coaches are sanitized before the start of the tour and physical distancing measures are implemented.

  • What is included in the tour regarding baggage handling?

    Baggage handling is included in the tour, meaning your bags will be carried for you and promptly delivered to your hotel door.

  • Can I join the tour once it has departed?

    We regret that no refunds can be made for absences from a tour, including experiences such as missed meals or sightseeing.

  • How long has the tour company been trading?

    Since 1978.

  • What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?

    Insight Vacations is a founding member of the TreadRight Foundation, a joint initiative created by the brands within The Travel Corporation (TTC) almost 15 years ago to ensure our impact through tourism is positive. Our ethos to #MakeTravelMatter guides our decision-making at every level of our business.

  • Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?

    Yes

  • Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?

    You have two options as a solo traveller. Either choose to be matched with a same sex partner for a room share - at no extra cost. Or choose a room of your own with a reduced or even free private room upgrade on select tours.

  • What policies are in place for Covid-19?

    Please contact us for latest COVID-19 policies

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