Germany, Italy and Switzerland
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Day 1: Fly overnight to Germany
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Day 2: Frankfurt • Rothenburg
Meet your Tour Director at the airportTravel to Rothenburg
Take a tour of Rothenburg -
Day 3: Rothenburg • Neuschwanstein • Munich
Visit Neuschwanstein Castle
Take a walking tour of Munich
With your tour director you will see:
- Frauenkirche
- Neues Rathaus
- Hofbräuhaus
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Day 4: Munich
Take a guided tour of Munich
With your expert local guide you will see:
- Olympic Stadium
- Residenz
- Marienplatz
Visit the Dachau Concentration Camp Memorial Site
Add this in-depth excursion:
Munich by bike
Enjoy sightseeing highlights on two wheels during this optional excursion with Mike's Bike Tours. Bike routes are isolated from car traffic and helmets are provided, making this two-hour bike tour a fun, safe, and unique way to discover all that the city has to offer.
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Day 5: Munich • Innsbruck • Venice
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Day 6: Venice
See a glass-blowing demonstrationVisit the Doge's PalaceGuided Sightseeing of Venice
With your expert local guide you will see:
- St. Mark’s Square
- Grand Canal
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Day 7: Venice • Verona • Lucerne
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Day 8: Lucerne
Take a tour of Lucerne
With your Tour Director you will see:
- Löwendenkmal (Lion Monument)
- Kapellbrücke
Add this in-depth excursion:
Swiss Alps Experience
Venture to the roof of the Swiss Alps, atop one of the majestic peaks that tower over charming Lucerne. Take a boat across Lake Lucerne (in season) and ride a cog railway to the top of either Mount Pilatus (best known for its steep railway and its iconic craggy summit) or Mount Rigi (beloved for its original mountain railway and its history as a favorite spot of Mark Twain). Enjoy the splendid views of the quaint villages and fields of Switzerland as you trek along the mountain with your group. (Note: Warm clothes and appropriate shoes recommended).
Add this in-depth excursion:
Swiss Folklore Evening
Join us for a bit of Swiss tradition. You’ll enjoy a delicious meal, including the chance to try fondue—the Swiss national dish! Afterwards, watch a show, complete with yodeling, traditional dancing, and Alpine horns. Note: Groups traveling from October to mid-April will enjoy Swiss music during their meal instead of the show.
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Day 9: Lucerne • Freiburg • Heidelberg
Explore Freiburg on your own
Take a tour of HeidelbergVisit the Heidelberg Castle and wine barrel
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Day 10: Depart for home
Add 3 more days
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Day 10: Heidelberg • Strasbourg • Paris
Take a guided tour of StrasbourgVisit the Strasbourg CathedralTravel by TGV train to Paris -
Day 11: Paris
Take a guided tour of Paris
With your expert local guide you will see:
- Place de la Concorde
- Champs-Élysées
- Arc de Triomphe
- Hôtel des Invalides
- Eiffel Tower
Take a guided tour of Versailles
With your expert local guide you will see:
- State Apartments
- Hall of Mirrors
- Gardens
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Day 12: Paris
Visit Notre-Dame Cathedral
Take a tour of the Latin Quarter
Visit the LouvreVisit the Fragonard Perfume Museum
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Day 13: Depart for home
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Day 1: Fly overnight to Germany
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Day 2: Frankfurt • Rothenburg
Meet your Tour Director at the airportTravel to Rothenburg
Take a tour of Rothenburg -
Day 3: Rothenburg • Neuschwanstein • Munich
Visit Neuschwanstein Castle
Take a walking tour of Munich
With your tour director you will see:
- Frauenkirche
- Neues Rathaus
- Hofbräuhaus
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Day 4: Munich
Take a guided tour of Munich
With your expert local guide you will see:
- Olympic Stadium
- Residenz
- Marienplatz
Visit the Dachau Concentration Camp Memorial Site
Add this in-depth excursion:
Munich by bike
Enjoy sightseeing highlights on two wheels during this optional excursion with Mike's Bike Tours. Bike routes are isolated from car traffic and helmets are provided, making this two-hour bike tour a fun, safe, and unique way to discover all that the city has to offer.
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Day 5: Munich • Innsbruck • Venice
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Day 6: Venice
See a glass-blowing demonstrationVisit the Doge's PalaceGuided Sightseeing of Venice
With your expert local guide you will see:
- St. Mark’s Square
- Grand Canal
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Day 7: Venice • Verona • Lucerne
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Day 8: Lucerne
Take a tour of Lucerne
With your Tour Director you will see:
- Löwendenkmal (Lion Monument)
- Kapellbrücke
Add this in-depth excursion:
Swiss Alps Experience
Venture to the roof of the Swiss Alps, atop one of the majestic peaks that tower over charming Lucerne. Take a boat across Lake Lucerne (in season) and ride a cog railway to the top of either Mount Pilatus (best known for its steep railway and its iconic craggy summit) or Mount Rigi (beloved for its original mountain railway and its history as a favorite spot of Mark Twain). Enjoy the splendid views of the quaint villages and fields of Switzerland as you trek along the mountain with your group. (Note: Warm clothes and appropriate shoes recommended).
Add this in-depth excursion:
Swiss Folklore Evening
Join us for a bit of Swiss tradition. You’ll enjoy a delicious meal, including the chance to try fondue—the Swiss national dish! Afterwards, watch a show, complete with yodeling, traditional dancing, and Alpine horns. Note: Groups traveling from October to mid-April will enjoy Swiss music during their meal instead of the show.
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Day 9: Lucerne • Freiburg • Heidelberg
Explore Freiburg on your own
Take a tour of HeidelbergVisit the Heidelberg Castle and wine barrel
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Day 10: Depart for home
Add 3 more days
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Day 10: Heidelberg • Strasbourg • Paris
Take a guided tour of StrasbourgVisit the Strasbourg CathedralTravel by TGV train to Paris -
Day 11: Paris
Take a guided tour of Paris
With your expert local guide you will see:
- Place de la Concorde
- Champs-Élysées
- Arc de Triomphe
- Hôtel des Invalides
- Eiffel Tower
Take a guided tour of Versailles
With your expert local guide you will see:
- State Apartments
- Hall of Mirrors
- Gardens
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Day 12: Paris
Visit Notre-Dame Cathedral
Take a tour of the Latin Quarter
Visit the LouvreVisit the Fragonard Perfume Museum
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Day 13: Depart for home
See what an EF tour is really like
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Everything you get
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Airfare & transportation
Your flights—covered. Buses, trains, cruise ships, ferries and subways—covered. We take care of getting you around so you can enjoy the ride.
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Hotels
Safe, comfortable hotels with private bathrooms will be waiting for you at your destination.
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Meals
Traditional breakfasts and dinners bring local flavours to life as part of your tour experience. Lunches are left for you to discover new favourite dishes of your own.
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Entrances
Neuschwanstein Castle; Dachau; Doges’ Palace; Glass-blowing demonstration; Heidelberg Castle wine barrel; With extension: Strasbourg Cathedral; Versailles; Louvre; Notre-Dame
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Full-time Tour Director
Your dedicated Tour Director is with your group 24/7, providing deep local insight while handling all on-tour logistics.
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Expert Local Guides
Your expert local guides add cultural insight and global perspective on your sightseeing tours.
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Continuous Support
Your dedicated EF team helps you every step of the way—from recruiting and enrolling travellers to planning and managing your tour.
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24-hour Emergency Service
Travellers and their families can count on EF’s dedicated emergency service team.
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Worldwide Presence
EF has over 500 schools and offices in more than 50 countries worldwide so wherever you go, we’re there too.
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Peace of Mind Program
Feel secure knowing your group can change their destination or travel dates due to unforeseen circumstances.
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