Seniors' Special Europe

Today we enjoy the city of Paris, get mesmerized by the amazing view of Paris city from the Top level of the Eiffel Tower. Later during the city orientation tour we see Champs Elysees - the most famous avenue in the world. Champs-Elysées means ‘Elysian Fields’ which indicates that someone thought this street was heaven on earth, Place de la Concorde - one of the major public squares in Paris. It was the site of many notable public executions during the French Revolution, L’Arc De Triomphe - one of the most famous monuments in Paris. It was commissioned by Napoleon in 1806 to celebrate his victory at Austerlitz. In the evening, we admire the iconic sights of Paris on a relaxing Seine river cruise.

Today we proceed to Amsterdam – the capital city of Netherlands with more number of canals than roads, also known for its artistic heritage, elaborate canal system and narrow houses. Upon arrival, we visit miniature park of Holland – Madurodam and enjoy interactive miniature models and replicas of famous Dutch buildings, landmarks, historical sites, canal houses, Rotterdam port, Schiphol airport, Tulip fields, windmills, etc. Or during spring we visit Keukenhof tulip gardens – beautiful Tulip gardens where we enjoy photography at various flower shows, statues, pavilions, beautiful ponds and fields (According to the Keukenhof declarations, the gardens are open from (21st March 2024 – 12th May 2024). Later we pass by Holland’s famous Windmills. Further we experience a Canal cruise tour through Amsterdam waterways, which provides stunning views of century’s old architecture, charming houses and beautiful monuments.

Today we proceed to Brussels – capital city of Belgium. Upon arrival, we enjoy Brussels city, in the orientation tour we see Grand Place – the central square, Town Hall, Guild Houses – Gothic building from the middle ages, Monument of Everard Serclaes – the hero who liberated the city during 14th century war and Belgium’s favourite Manneken Pis Statue – a small bronze statue of a little peeing boy. In the afternoon we proceed to Luxembourg – a small European country famed for its fortified medieval old town situated on cliffs. Upon arrival, we explore the city of Luxembourg by a tram. Sit back and relax as the tram takes you to some of the most notable and impressive areas of the city.

Today we drive through the Black forest region- a mountainous region in Germany, known for its dense evergreen forests and picturesque villages. Here we visit Cuckoo clock shop at Titisee. After a scenic journey through black forest region we visit yet another natural beauty at Rhine Falls, Schaffhausen (Neuhausen) – the most powerful waterfall in Europe. Here we enjoy Boat ride for a spectacular view of the falls. Later we proceed to Zurich, Switzerland – a global centre for banking and finance.

Today we proceed to Engelberg- the largest winter and summer holiday destination. From here we do half day excursion to Mt Titlis – Central Switzerland’s highest peak. We take ‘Titlis Rotair’- World’s first cable car with revolving gondolas to the summit Station, enjoying panoramic views of the Swiss Alps along the way. Upon arrival at the summit, we visit Ice Grotto, enjoy thrilling Ice Flyer ride and Snow sliding. In the afternoon we proceed to Lucerne. Upon arrival we explore Lucerne city, we see Lion Monument - a giant dying lion carved out of a wall of sandstone rock, which commemorates the Swiss Guards who were massacred in 1792 during the French Revolution, Kappelbrucke Wooden Bridge - world's oldest covered wooden bridge spanning the River Reuss. In the evening we enjoy Lake Lucerne Cruise.

Today we proceed to Vaduz – the capital of the principality of Liechtenstein which is one of the smallest countries in Europe. Upon arrival at Vaduz we enjoy a City Tram ride which takes us through historical part of old city. In the afternoon we visit Swarovski crystal world and Museum at Wattens in Austria. Further we proceed to Innsbruck – Europe's most picture-perfect Old Towns, surrounded by the snow-capped peaks. Upon arrival we explore Innsbruck city, we walk through the bridge over Inns River, Golden roof- Innsbruck's most famous landmark shines in the heart of the historic old town. The splendid alcove balcony with 2,657 fire-gilded copper tiles that adorn the roof, Maria Theresien Strasse- named after Empress Maria Theresia, which dates back to the first city expansion in the 13th century. Today it is one of the busiest streets in the city.

Today we proceed to Venice, Italy - built on more than 100 small islands in a lagoon in the Adriatic Sea. It has no roads but just canals. Upon arrival we enjoy Vaporetto water bus ride to Venice Island and the Gondola ride in the famous canals of Venice. Further we walk through Venice Island, we see the Bridge of Sighs – an enclosed limestone bridge in baroque style which passes over the Rio di Palazzo, and connects the New Prison to the interrogation rooms in the Doge's Palace, Doge’s Palace - a palace built in Venetian Gothic style, and was the residence of the Doge of Venice, Bell Tower – also known as St Mark's Campanile, is the bell tower of St Mark's Basilica which is 98.6 metres (323 ft) tall, St. Mark's Square - principal public square of Venice and St Mark's Basilica – also known as The Patriarchal Cathedral Basilica of Saint Mark and one of the best known examples of Italian-Byzantine architecture. In the evening we proceed to Ferrara.

Today we proceed to San Marino – one of the smallest countries in Europe, it dates from the fourth century AD. Upon arrival we walk through Piazza della Libertà square- The main plaza of San Marino, followed by a photo stop at Basilica of St. Marino – an architectural masterpiece. In the afternoon we proceed to Pisa - a city in Italy's Tuscany region best known for its iconic Leaning Tower.