Utrecht Utrecht’s canals & alleyways Utrecht is dotted with green parklands and lively canals, medieval Old Town houses and the impressive Domtoren. Excursion to De Haar Castle De Haar Castle is the largest castle in The Netherlands. Cross the suspension bridge that spans the impressive moat. Wander the rooms and admire the turrets and towers, several offering views of the spectacular rose gardens. Veere Guided city tour With a history stretching back to the 15th century, Veere is as fascinating as it is charming. Discover many of the heritage buildings on a guided tour. Delta Works visit Visit the Delta Works, a complex series of dams purposely created to protect the population on the Delta plain from flooding. Discover this impressive engineering feat along with one of the Storm Surge Barrier that make up the project. Antwerp Walking tour of Antwerp Join your local guide on a walking tour through this beautiful city, seeing sights such as the impressive cathedral and the city’s Old Town. Excursion to Bruges Travel to the charming World Heritage-listed city of Bruges with its pretty canals, often referred to as the ‘Venice of the North’. Passchendaele & Ypres On this full day excursion journey to the location of the infamous World War I Battle of Passchendaele and the now thriving town of Ypres. Beer & Chocolate pairing NEW Today join your local expert guide and take your taste buds on a journey of flavour while learning and appreciating how the complex flavours of local craft beer and chocolate pair. Rastatt Baden Baden Spa visit Baden Baden is a historic spa town, so what better way to enjoy the splendours of the town than relaxing and rejuvenating in the thermal baths. Schloss Favorite Originally built as a hunting lodge and summer palace, Schloss Favorite now houses a large collection of Chinese porcelain, black lacquer work and Schwartz Porcelain. Dordrecht Excursion to Delft With its pretty town centre and canals, the city of Delft has played a significant part in Dutch history for its association with the Dutch royal family. Enjoy a guided tour of the charming city before a visit to the pottery factory and museum. Vienna Belvedere Museum Visit one of Europe’s most stunning baroque landmarks and explore the greatest collection of Austrian art, complemented by the work of international artists such as Claude Monet, Vincent van Gogh and Max Beckmann. Excursion to Bratislava Visit Slovakia’s capital and enjoy a guided tour that includes its enchanting Old Town. Cycle to Danube Island Explore beautiful Vienna on a guided e-bike tour to Danube Island, a stretch of land located in the waters of the Danube River. Schönbrunn Palace Explore the former summer residence of the Habsburg family. Discover the countless rooms of great beauty, before enjoying the gardens. Cycle to Klosterneuburg Monastery NEW This cycling tour will take you to one of the hidden architectural gems sitting a few kilometres away from Vienna. Klosterneuburg Monastery has more than 900 years of history and is surrounded by vineyards and flourishing nature. Bratislava Kormuth Bakerai Enjoy coffee and cake in one of the city’s most historic and famous coffee houses, Kormuth Bakerai. Learn the history of the café while you admire the spectacular frescoed ceilings and of course, delicious homemade cakes. Ancestry of the Kitchen cooking class Dive into Slovakian culture as you learn how to create traditional Slovakian recipes. Some people believe that the best way to get to know a culture is through its cuisine and during this cooking class you will do just that. Walking tour with tasting A city of contrasts, Bratislava features a mixture of medieval, gothic and baroque architecture. Discover the highlights of this beautiful city such as Bratislava Castle, the Hlavné Námestie, the main square and the Old Town Hall. Wines of Slovakia NEW Discover the Old Town of Bratislava by foot before visiting an underground cellar to taste a selection from some of Slovakia's finest vineyards. Budapest Jewish heritage Discover Budapest’s Jewish heritage on a guided tour with an expert local guide. Excursion to Szentendre Journey to Szentendre, a riverside town in Pest County, known for its museums, galleries, and artists. Walking tour of Dordrecht NEW Explore the charming city of Dordrecht, surrounded by beautiful landscapes, including river and wetlands. Dordrecht started out as an important merchant city and the subsequent history, wealth and culture remains. Hoorn Ancestry of the Kitchen Traditions and recipes have long been passed down through generations and often kept as a long-held family secret. Today gives guests the opportunity to meet with a local who will tell guests all about life in this region as well as divulge a family recipe of traditional Dutch Apple Pie. Guided walking tour Enjoy a guided walking tour of Hoorn and its charming inner harbour area. You’ll also have the opportunity to sample some of Hoorn’s delicious specialties such as local cheese. Novi Sad Guided tour of Novi Sad Novi Sad is a vibrant city with a fascinating past that sits proudly on the banks of the Danube River. Join your local guide as you discover all that makes the city a true highlight of this region. Hike to Petrovaradin Fortress Hike to Petrovaradin Fortress and learn about the powerful history of this military fort and how it has protected the city of Novi Sad for centuries. Fruška Gora National Park Visit the spectacular landscapes of Fruška Gora National Park stopping along the way to visit a monastery that dates back centuries and a local winery for a special tasting. Mohacs Excursion to Villány One of Hungary’s top wine regions, Villány is a charming village with rows of fine cellars and a picturesque village centre. Enjoy a wine tasting of the local drop and learn more about the wines grown in this region. Osijek Guided walking tour Discover Osijek on a walking tour as you learn about the history of this charming town. Cycling tour of Osijek NEW Enjoy a guided biking tour through the nature trails of the famous marshland area of Kopa Vcki Rit. Budapest in depth with piano recital Discover the highlights of Buda and Pest on a guided tour before a visit to the National Institute for the Blind where you will enjoy a short piano recital. Hospital in the Rock See the Fisherman’s Bastion and Matthias Church before visiting the Hospital in the Rock – a former top secret nuclear bunker and emergency hospital. Thermal baths Budapest is known for its thermal waters, today you have the opportunity to relax in the natural hot springs at Gellert Baths. Kehl/Strasbourg Alsace wine region Enjoy a guided tour through the French vineyards and medieval villages of the Alsace region. Walking tour of Strasbourg Stroll through this World Heritage-listed city and discover La Petite France and wander through the Old Town, with its half-timbered houses. Mannheim Orientation tour of Heidelberg Tour Heidelberg, home to Germany’s oldest university, including a visit to the Baroque style Old Town. You will then have plenty of free time to explore further at your leisure. Historical tour of Heidelberg Visit Heidelberg’s Renaissance Castle. The castle ruins are among the most important Renaissance structures north of the Alps. Excursion to Bad Dürkheim Visit the renowned property of Fritz Ritter, a 9th generation family-owned vineyard that offers exceptional quality wine. Enjoy a wine tasting during your guided tour. Koblenz Marksburg Castle visit Take a guided tour of Marksburg Castle, perched high above the Rhine River. Marksburg is the only castle on this stretch of the river that has escaped destruction. Koblenz walking tour Take a guided tour of this historic city, lapped by two of Europe’s most beautiful rivers, the Rhine and the Moselle. Medieval Limburg Travel by coach to the medieval town of Limburg an der Lahn. Walk the cobblestone streets lined with preserved half-timbered houses. Make your way up to the cathedral that overlooks the city and see the Alte Lahnbrucke, the Old Bridge that straddles the Lahn River. Belgrade Guided city tour Explore one of the oldest capital cities in Europe on a panoramic tour. You’ll see all the major sights and get the chance to visit Tito’s Memorial. Guided cycling tour of Belgrade Follow the Danube and experience the natural beauty of the area. Your local guide will inform you along the way of the diversity of the local area as well as the history of the city and its people. Educating the Roma community Help a community-based organisation improve the lives of the Roma community by providing the education needed to enhance their living conditions and future. Bucharest Ceausescu’s Spring Palace Join your local guide on a visit to former dictator Ceausescu’s spring villa. The residence is made up of 80 spacious and elegant rooms decorated with silk wallpaper, mosaics, marble, chandeliers and mirrors made of Murano glass. Village Open Air Museum With your expert local guide, discover the ethnography exhibits depicting Romanian heritage and culture and learn about life in Romania throughout the years. Svishtov Excursion to Veliko Tarnovo Enjoy a full day excursion to Veliko Tarnovo, a town with a rich historical past. Then travel to the nearby village of Arbanasi. Guided tour of Rousse Enjoy a guided walking tour of Rousse. See some of the main attractions such as the monument of liberty, the many architectural landmarks and the beautiful town square. Silistra Guided hike to Silistra Fort Join your guide for an active walk to Silistra Fort, located on the borders of the modern town. Visit a local village Journey to a nearby village, visit a local school and learn about everyday life in Bulgaria. Excursion to Varna Located on the Bulgarian Black Sea coast the city of Varna is an interesting city known for its Roman baths and maritime history. Explore this city with your expert local guide. Bernkastel Excursion to Trier Journey to Trier, one of Germany’s oldest cities, and stroll through history at sites dating back to Roman times. Walking tour of Bernkastel Join your local guide and discover Bernkastel, set on the Moselle River and famous for its medieval market square and its fine wine. Wine tasting along the Moselle The fertile banks of the Moselle River are a wine maker’s paradise. Learn about the varieties that are grown here and sample local wines. Breisach Excursion to Colmar Likened to Venice due to its quaint canals, the city centre features an abundance of half-timbered houses, some dating back a thousand years. Excursion to Freiburg Located on the edge of the magical Black Forest, Freiburg is a picturesque city with a lively medieval town centre. Explore the highlights with your local guide including the Freiburg Muster, the cathedral that dates to the 13th century. Düsseldorf Düsseldorf’s Altbier Learn about Düsseldorf’s long beer-producing traditions while visiting local microbreweries and sampling some delicious Altbier. Düsseldorf – city of art NEW See where medieval architecture and modern skyscrapers co-exist during a guided tour that includes the Old Town and modern Media Hafen, followed by a visit to the contemporary K21 Museum. Arnhem Paleis Het Loo This museum showcases the history of the Dutch royal family. Admire the elaborately decorated rooms, an impressive collection of coach stables and the magnificent gardens. The Netherlands Open Air Museum Discover historic houses, farms and windmills, and learn about daily life for the average Dutchman over the past few centuries. Arnhem Airborne Museum Discover the history of the Battle of Arnhem through the eyes of the British paratroopers who landed in Arnhem in 1944. Rhine, Main & Danube river cruising Schönbrunn Palace Szentendre Heidelberg Castle Marksburg Castle Bernkastel Moselle River Open Air Museum Guests’ Pick Guided walking tour of Hoorn Villány Belgrade Veliko Tarnovo Guests’ Pick Guests’ Pick Guests’ Pick 122 Scenic° Scenic° 123 BACK TO CONTENTS
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