Paris - 7 nights
Day 1: Arrive in Paris
Take in the splendor of the landscape as your driver takes you to your hotel. When you arrive in Paris, drop off your bags at your hotel and start exploring. Spend the afternoon discovering the magic of the City of Light.
48-HOUR HOP-ON-HOP-OFF BUS AND ENTRANCE TO OVER 60 ATTACTIONS
Gain admission to more than 60 top Paris attractions with the Paris Pass—a flexible sightseeing pass that lets you access the best the French capital has to offer, such as the Palace of Versailles and Arc de Triomphe. Enjoy entrance to Parisian showstoppers like the Louvre Museum, and Centre Pompidou. The hop-on-hop-off bus makes it easy to get to all the most popular attractions.
Day 2:
Free day to explore on your own. Use the last day of your hop-on-hop-off bus to visit all the sites.
Day 3
EIFFEL TOWER SEINE RIVER CRUISE
Highlights: Enjoy the views of the monuments of Paris and river banks on this one-cruise down the River seine.
Day 4:
NORMANDY D-DAY LANDING BEACHES GUIDED TOUR FROM PARIS
Step back in time to June 1944 with a visit to Normandy's main landing beaches. Set out on a guided tour from Paris to visit these legendary sites including Omaha Beach and Colleville American Cemetery, where the bodies of American soldiers who lost their lives on D-Day and at the Battle of Normandy reside. Afterward, spend some time exploring the medieval town of Bayeux, one of the few places in France's Calvados department to remain mostly intact following WWII.
Day 6:
Don't forget to taste all the yummy food Paris has to offer. Here are some recommendations.
Creperie Genia
This is if you want to spend a little more money and have a fancy meal. The beef bourguignon is outrageous and their desserts are great as well.
Day 7:
Free day to explore on your own and make the most of your last day in Paris.
Day 1: Arrive in Paris
Take in the splendor of the landscape as your driver takes you to your hotel. When you arrive in Paris, drop off your bags at your hotel and start exploring. Spend the afternoon discovering the magic of the City of Light.
48-HOUR HOP-ON-HOP-OFF BUS AND ENTRANCE TO OVER 60 ATTACTIONS
Gain admission to more than 60 top Paris attractions with the Paris Pass—a flexible sightseeing pass that lets you access the best the French capital has to offer, such as the Palace of Versailles and Arc de Triomphe. Enjoy entrance to Parisian showstoppers like the Louvre Museum, and Centre Pompidou. The hop-on-hop-off bus makes it easy to get to all the most popular attractions.
Day 2:
Free day to explore on your own. Use the last day of your hop-on-hop-off bus to visit all the sites.
Day 3
EIFFEL TOWER SEINE RIVER CRUISE
Highlights: Enjoy the views of the monuments of Paris and river banks on this one-cruise down the River seine.
Day 4:
NORMANDY D-DAY LANDING BEACHES GUIDED TOUR FROM PARIS
Step back in time to June 1944 with a visit to Normandy's main landing beaches. Set out on a guided tour from Paris to visit these legendary sites including Omaha Beach and Colleville American Cemetery, where the bodies of American soldiers who lost their lives on D-Day and at the Battle of Normandy reside. Afterward, spend some time exploring the medieval town of Bayeux, one of the few places in France's Calvados department to remain mostly intact following WWII.
Day 6:
Don't forget to taste all the yummy food Paris has to offer. Here are some recommendations.
Creperie Genia
- euf champions fromange (egg cheese and mushrooms)
- Nutella
- Great for lunch
- Steak au poivre or confit de canard (duck confit) and fries
- Gratin de fromboises for dessert
- Rice pudding (Caller rise au lait)
This is if you want to spend a little more money and have a fancy meal. The beef bourguignon is outrageous and their desserts are great as well.
Day 7:
Free day to explore on your own and make the most of your last day in Paris.
Champagne - 2 nights
Day 8: Head to Champagne
Spend two nights relaxing, enjoying the countryside, and sipping champagne in a Chateau.
Day 9:
Discover the pleasures and history of Champagne. In the Champagne wine region, visit the house of Moët & Chandon and meet a local producer. Learn about the growing, harvesting, and bottling process, and sample different types of Champagne. See the resting place of Dom Perignon, the monk who developed the French bubbly wine.
Day 8: Head to Champagne
Spend two nights relaxing, enjoying the countryside, and sipping champagne in a Chateau.
Day 9:
Discover the pleasures and history of Champagne. In the Champagne wine region, visit the house of Moët & Chandon and meet a local producer. Learn about the growing, harvesting, and bottling process, and sample different types of Champagne. See the resting place of Dom Perignon, the monk who developed the French bubbly wine.
- Visit Moët & Chandon and a local wine producer
- Taste several types of Champagne
- Gain insight into the growing, harvesting, and the bottling process
- Stop by the chapel and gravestone of Dom Perignon
Strasbourg - 3 nights
Day 10: Continue on to Strasbourg
Strasbourg, the capital city of Alsace, offers flavors of both France and Germany because of its borderline location. Enjoy a panoramic tour past the stunning Parc de l’Orangerie, the European Parliament and the Place de la République. Then walk through its iconic UNESCO World Heritage “La Petite France” district, which appears to have been lifted straight from the pages of a fairytale. Wander through these charming streets and past the Cathédrale de Nôtre Dame with its famous astronomical clock.
Day 11:
ALSACE COLMAR, MEDIEVAL VILLAGES & CASTLE SMALL GROUP DAY TRIP FROM STRASBOURG
Get to know the best of the Alsace region with this full-day tour from Strasbourg. Travel on scenic roads through green hills and Alsatian vineyards. Wander the cobblestoned streets of the charming towns of Colmar and Eguisheim, and explore the village of Riquewihr inside Medieval walls. Cap off a magical Alsatian day with a visit to the 12th-century castle of High Koenigsbourg. Get personalized attention from your knowledgeable guide throughout with group size limited to eight people. Visit the enchanting villages of Eguisheim and Riquewihr Trace the famous Alsace Wine Route through vine-covered hills Explore Château du Haut-Koenigsbourg, high on a hilltop above the Vosges and Alsace plain Enjoy a more personalized experience on this small-group tour, limited to eight people
Day 12:
Enjoy your last day in Strasbourg
Day 10: Continue on to Strasbourg
Strasbourg, the capital city of Alsace, offers flavors of both France and Germany because of its borderline location. Enjoy a panoramic tour past the stunning Parc de l’Orangerie, the European Parliament and the Place de la République. Then walk through its iconic UNESCO World Heritage “La Petite France” district, which appears to have been lifted straight from the pages of a fairytale. Wander through these charming streets and past the Cathédrale de Nôtre Dame with its famous astronomical clock.
Day 11:
ALSACE COLMAR, MEDIEVAL VILLAGES & CASTLE SMALL GROUP DAY TRIP FROM STRASBOURG
Get to know the best of the Alsace region with this full-day tour from Strasbourg. Travel on scenic roads through green hills and Alsatian vineyards. Wander the cobblestoned streets of the charming towns of Colmar and Eguisheim, and explore the village of Riquewihr inside Medieval walls. Cap off a magical Alsatian day with a visit to the 12th-century castle of High Koenigsbourg. Get personalized attention from your knowledgeable guide throughout with group size limited to eight people. Visit the enchanting villages of Eguisheim and Riquewihr Trace the famous Alsace Wine Route through vine-covered hills Explore Château du Haut-Koenigsbourg, high on a hilltop above the Vosges and Alsace plain Enjoy a more personalized experience on this small-group tour, limited to eight people
Day 12:
Enjoy your last day in Strasbourg
Munich - 7 nights
Day 13: Your final stop is Munich
Pack your bags, grab some breakfast, and meet the driver who will take you to the train station. When you arrive in Munich, a private driver will take you to your hotel. The afternoon is yours to explore on your own. In the evening, head to the Bahnhofplatz for your night tour of the city.
MUNICH BY NIGHT TOUR
On this tour, you'll discover the magic of Munich when its monuments, fountains, and buildings are illuminated in the dark. Enjoy a Bavarian-style evening in the famous Hofbrauhaus, complete with music, a show, and dinner. You'll pass through the former artists' quarter of Schwabing, once home to such literary luminaries as Rainier Maria Rilke and Heinrich Mann. At Olympiapark, you'll ascend the Olympic Tower to enjoy expansive views of the city's glowing nightscape. End the enchanting night with a drink.
Day 14:
MUNICH CITY HOP-ON HOP-OFF TOUR
Get acquainted with Munich the easy way on a fun, flexible hop-on hop-off city bus tour. Choose a 24-hour Express Tour to check out Munich’s main highlights or a 24-hour or 48-hour Grand Tour ticket to widen your sightseeing net. Either way, settle aboard an open-top double-decker bus, listen to the enlightening onboard commentary, and enjoy panoramic views of sites such as the Marienplatz, Hofbrauhaus, Viktualienmarkt and more. Hop off at the stops that interest you, explore on foot and then re-board the bus at any stop you wish.
Day 15:
Sleep in today and explore at your leisure.
Day 16:
Today will be a treat, as after breakfast you'll embark on a full-day tour of the Nueschwanstein and Linderhof Castles. When you return, grab some dinner - try a traditional pork chop with red-cabbage dumplings! - and return to your hotel for a sound night's sleep.
ROYAL CASTLES NEUSCHWANSTEIN AND LINDERHOF
This excursion takes you inside two extraordinary castles, both testaments to the visions of Bavaria's "fairytale king," Ludwig II. After a short shopping trip at Oberammergau, home of the Passion Play, you'll continue to Neuschwanstein Castle. The striking white structure towers above the Bavarian countryside and was the inspiration behind Disneyland's Sleeping Beauty's Castle. Next up is Linderhof, the smallest of the three palaces built by King Ludwig and the only one whose completion he was alive to witness. The palace's elaborate interior features an ostrich-down carpet, ivory candelabras, and an ornate Hall of Mirrors.
Day 17:
BAVARIAN BEER AND FOOD EVENING TOUR IN MUNICH
Get a dose of Bavaria's iconic beer culture with this food and beer tour in Munich. Home of Oktoberfest and a collection of famous beer halls and beer gardens, Bavaria's beautiful capital invites visitors from around the globe with its promise of fun and camaraderie. Partner with a savvy guide for an insider look at this tradition of imbibing. You’ll hit local haunts and enjoy Bavarian nibbles in the company of fellow beer aficionados.
Day 18:
Your morning will begin on a somber note, with a tour of the Dachau Concentration Camp Memorial. The afternoon and evening will be yours to plan as you please. Explore the art museums of the Kunstareal or spend some time reflecting on your stay in Germany at the English Garden - one of Europe's largest city parks. If you're visiting from mid-September to the first Sunday in October, you won't want to miss the city's annual Oktoberfest festivities.
DACHAU CONCENTRATION CAMP MEMORIAL TOUR
During WWII, the pretty medieval town of Dachau was transformed into an "Academy of Terror" - the training ground for many of the atrocities committed by the armies of the Third Reich. This tour will take you through the memorial site that now stands on the grounds of the former concentration camp. A trained guide will give you a history of the camp and lead you past the surviving original buildings, the museum exhibition center, and a cinema that screens an English language documentary about Dachau.
Day 19:
Enjoy your last day in Munich exploring on your own.
Day 20: It's time to head home
Day 13: Your final stop is Munich
Pack your bags, grab some breakfast, and meet the driver who will take you to the train station. When you arrive in Munich, a private driver will take you to your hotel. The afternoon is yours to explore on your own. In the evening, head to the Bahnhofplatz for your night tour of the city.
MUNICH BY NIGHT TOUR
On this tour, you'll discover the magic of Munich when its monuments, fountains, and buildings are illuminated in the dark. Enjoy a Bavarian-style evening in the famous Hofbrauhaus, complete with music, a show, and dinner. You'll pass through the former artists' quarter of Schwabing, once home to such literary luminaries as Rainier Maria Rilke and Heinrich Mann. At Olympiapark, you'll ascend the Olympic Tower to enjoy expansive views of the city's glowing nightscape. End the enchanting night with a drink.
Day 14:
MUNICH CITY HOP-ON HOP-OFF TOUR
Get acquainted with Munich the easy way on a fun, flexible hop-on hop-off city bus tour. Choose a 24-hour Express Tour to check out Munich’s main highlights or a 24-hour or 48-hour Grand Tour ticket to widen your sightseeing net. Either way, settle aboard an open-top double-decker bus, listen to the enlightening onboard commentary, and enjoy panoramic views of sites such as the Marienplatz, Hofbrauhaus, Viktualienmarkt and more. Hop off at the stops that interest you, explore on foot and then re-board the bus at any stop you wish.
- Hop-on hop-off sightseeing tour of Munich by open-top double-decker bus
- Create a personalized sightseeing itinerary and explore Munich at leisure
- Choose a 24-hour Express ticket or a 24-hour or 48-hour Grand Tour to see more of the city
- Learn about the sights from the informative onboard commentary
Day 15:
Sleep in today and explore at your leisure.
Day 16:
Today will be a treat, as after breakfast you'll embark on a full-day tour of the Nueschwanstein and Linderhof Castles. When you return, grab some dinner - try a traditional pork chop with red-cabbage dumplings! - and return to your hotel for a sound night's sleep.
ROYAL CASTLES NEUSCHWANSTEIN AND LINDERHOF
This excursion takes you inside two extraordinary castles, both testaments to the visions of Bavaria's "fairytale king," Ludwig II. After a short shopping trip at Oberammergau, home of the Passion Play, you'll continue to Neuschwanstein Castle. The striking white structure towers above the Bavarian countryside and was the inspiration behind Disneyland's Sleeping Beauty's Castle. Next up is Linderhof, the smallest of the three palaces built by King Ludwig and the only one whose completion he was alive to witness. The palace's elaborate interior features an ostrich-down carpet, ivory candelabras, and an ornate Hall of Mirrors.
Day 17:
BAVARIAN BEER AND FOOD EVENING TOUR IN MUNICH
Get a dose of Bavaria's iconic beer culture with this food and beer tour in Munich. Home of Oktoberfest and a collection of famous beer halls and beer gardens, Bavaria's beautiful capital invites visitors from around the globe with its promise of fun and camaraderie. Partner with a savvy guide for an insider look at this tradition of imbibing. You’ll hit local haunts and enjoy Bavarian nibbles in the company of fellow beer aficionados.
- Discover Bavarian beer halls, beer culture and bar snacks
- Visit a traditional beer garden and world-famous Hofbräuhaus
- Beer and Oktoberfest Museum
- Experience Munich's nightlife with a local guide
Day 18:
Your morning will begin on a somber note, with a tour of the Dachau Concentration Camp Memorial. The afternoon and evening will be yours to plan as you please. Explore the art museums of the Kunstareal or spend some time reflecting on your stay in Germany at the English Garden - one of Europe's largest city parks. If you're visiting from mid-September to the first Sunday in October, you won't want to miss the city's annual Oktoberfest festivities.
DACHAU CONCENTRATION CAMP MEMORIAL TOUR
During WWII, the pretty medieval town of Dachau was transformed into an "Academy of Terror" - the training ground for many of the atrocities committed by the armies of the Third Reich. This tour will take you through the memorial site that now stands on the grounds of the former concentration camp. A trained guide will give you a history of the camp and lead you past the surviving original buildings, the museum exhibition center, and a cinema that screens an English language documentary about Dachau.
Day 19:
Enjoy your last day in Munich exploring on your own.
Day 20: It's time to head home
