Scenic Europe

Countries: 5 Days: 9 Per Day: US$ 158
Start Point:Munich
End Point:Munich
Transport:Private coach
Accommodation:Hotel
Ages:10 - 75+
WasUS$ 2,165
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Summary

Want to savour it all on your European tour? This tour offers a slower pace, scenic drives and unforgettable moments. Seek out the most beautiful landscapes and destinations Europe has to offer! Visit the incredible Neuschwanstein Castle and encounter Alpine mountains, glassy lakes and verdant parks. Cruise the Venice canals and dine in an authentic German beer hall! Explore the Swiss Alps and spend a night in the Italian Lake District. This guided Europe coach tour is one of our most popular tours from Munich and is a treat for all the senses!

Highlights

  • Visit the Neuschwanstein Castle, the inspiration for the fairytale castle in Disneyland
  • Explore Innsbruck, the Italian Lake District, Lucerne, Verona and more
  • Enjoy a free day in the beautiful Swiss Alps, with the opportunity to visit Jungfraujoch
  • Visit a traditional German beer hall in Munich and enjoy a Tuscan meal in Florence

Start Point

Hotel in Munich | 10:00 AM

End Point

Hotel in Munich | 10:00 AM
DAY 1: Start of tour in Munich

Welcome to the first day of this Scenic Europe tour! Arrive in Munich and meet with your tour leader at the hotel this morning. Once the group is checked in, the travel adventures begin! Join your tour leader for an orientation tour of Munich - a city that combines a sense of age-old tradition, folklore and a certain cosiness with sleek, modern aesthetics and high-powered industry. Then, delve into the curiosities and cuisine of Munich! Learn about its history on a local guided tour of the top sights and taste traditional treats and local beer. Tonight, get to know your new travel companions over dinner at a traditional Bavarian beer hall!

Meals: Dinner

DAY 1: Start of tour in Munich

Welcome to the first day of this Scenic Europe tour! Arrive in Munich and meet with your tour leader at the hotel this morning. Once the group is checked in, the travel adventures begin! Join your tour leader for an orientation tour of Munich - a city that combines a sense of age-old tradition, folklore and a certain cosiness with sleek, modern aesthetics and high-powered industry. Then, delve into the curiosities and cuisine of Munich! Learn about its history on a local guided tour of the top sights and taste traditional treats and local beer. Tonight, get to know your new travel companions over dinner at a traditional Bavarian beer hall!

Experiences

Orientation tour of Munich: Join your tour leader for an orientation tour of Munich and visit top sights including Marienplatz, Frauenkirche, Residenz, Viktualienmarkt and Kaufingerstraße.

Visit a German Beer Hall: To celebrate the first night of tour, visit a traditional German Beer Hall for the quintessential German experience. Sample German beer, along with traditional German cuisine including bratwurst and sauerkraut. Prost!

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DAY 2: Munich - Neuschwanstein Castle - Innsbruck

Let's hit the road! Today’s first stop is Neuschwanstein Castle, a stunning 19th-century hilltop castle built by Ludwig II of Bavaria, and the inspiration for the famous Disneyland castle. Look forward to a guided tour of the castle and some free time to get plenty of beautiful pictures. Then, cross the border into Innsbruck, Austria. Home to Austria's third-largest student population, Innsbruck offers a large selection of vibrant bars and beer gardens to enjoy tonight. Alternatively, choose to join the Tyrolean Folk Evening for some authentic Austrian cuisine and traditional Tyrolean music and dance.

Experiences

Tour of Neuschwanstein Castle: Enter the incredible Neuschwanstein Castle and enjoy a tour of this magical structure! This spectacular castle looks like it's straight out of a fairy tale - which incidentally isn't far from the truth. Neuschwanstein Castle served as the inspiration for the famous Disneyland castle!

Visit Innsbruck: Arrive in this charming Austrian city, and embark on an orientation tour. Innsbruck is known for its imperial and modern architecture with the town square and its famous Goldenes Dachi (Golden Roof) among its highlights. This is where the modern urban environment meets the natural outdoors.

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DAY 3: Innsbruck - Vaduz - Lucerne - Swiss Alps

Today’s first stop is the Alpine principality of Liechtenstein, the sixth-smallest country in the world. Stopping in the capital Vaduz, take some time to stroll around, grab lunch and enjoy the scenery. Next up, head into Switzerland and the city of Lucerne. Embark on an orientation tour with your tour leader and admire this beautiful city adorned with covered bridges (including the famous Chapel Bridge), brightly-coloured houses and delightful waterfront promenades. Tonight’s accommodation is in Interlaken. Settle in for the evening and prepare for a full day of adventure tomorrow!

Experiences

Visit Vaduz: Visit Liechtenstein, the smallest yet richest German-speaking country and the only one to lie entirely within the Alps. Admire the fabulous mountain views and enjoy a lunch stop in the capital Vaduz. There will be time to eat, shop and see the Vaduz Castle which overlooks the capital. The castle is a palace and official residence of the Prince of Liechtenstein.

Orientation walk of Lucerne city centre: Your tour leader will walk with the group through the centre of Lucerne and point out some of the highlights, such as the Lion Monument, Church of St Leodegar and the famous Kapellbrücke (Chapel Bridge).

Scenic mountain drive: Look forward to spectacular views as the tour drives through mountain passes and alongside lakes, breathtaking mountain vistas and scenic views of quaint Swiss towns.

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DAY 4: Swiss Alps: Free Day

Enjoy a free day in the Swiss Alps! Today offers the option of joining an excursion up to Jungfraujoch, the highest train station in Europe! The train journey itself is unforgettable, as it winds through some of the most picturesque mountain scenery in Switzerland. The final stretch of the train ride literally travels through the mountain and the view from the top is nothing short of spectacular! At this height, there's year-round snow, so having snowball fights and building snowmen is possible even in the height of summer. This is a truly unforgettable adventure! Back on the ground, why not warm up with an optional Swiss fondue dinner tonight?

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DAY 5: Swiss Alps - Lake Como - Italian Lake District

Today, leave the Swiss Alps and travel onward to Italy's Lake District, stopping at famous Lake Como. An enormous expanse of water fringed by picturesque scattered villages, it's perhaps not surprising that one of the villages, Laglio, is where George Clooney has a luxurious villa! The afternoon is free to explore the Italian Lake District. Sample local food, go for a stroll or just find a comfortable spot to marvel at the incredible views. This is the epicentre of La Dolce Vita! Enjoy an included dinner at the hotel tonight.

Experiences

Explore Lake Como: This is one of the most beautiful and glamorous destinations visited on the tour! This afternoon, enjoy free time to explore this area famous for its dramatic scenery and luxury resorts.

Spend a night in the Italian Lake District: Enjoy an overnight stay in the Italian Lake District – one of Europe’s most beautiful settings. Make sure the camera batteries are fully charged!

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DAY 6: Italian Lake District - Pisa - Florence - Tuscany

Indulge in some serious sightseeing today! First, travel to Florence, the birthplace of the Renaissance! See top attractions on an orientation tour with your tour leader, including the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore and the replica statue of David! Then, look forward to an included lunch at a local restaurant before attending a leather and gold workshop. Afterwards, enjoy some free time to explore. Up next, head to the famous Leaning Tower of Pisa, a true icon of Italy. Be sure to snap some fun pictures of the tower! Finally, travel to tonight’s accommodation in Montecatini, a stunning Tuscan spa town. Settle in for the night or choose to see more of Montecatini with tonight’s optional excursion.

Experiences

See the Leaning Tower of Pisa: This is your chance to see the world-famous Leaning Tower of Pisa, or even take some iconic pictures of you ‘holding up’ the tower!

Orientation tour of Florence: Learn more about Florence on an orientation tour with your tour leader. See the main sights, including the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, Ponte Vecchio, Piazza Della Signoria and the replica statue of David.

Tuscan lunch in Florence: Sample authentic Tuscan cuisine with lunch at a local restaurant in Florence.

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DAY 7: Tuscany - Verona - Venice

Today’s first stop is Verona, the city where Shakespeare set his immortal tragedy, Romeo and Juliet! Embark on an orientation tour with your tour leader before enjoying free time to further explore. Then, it’s on to Venice! This unique city straddles 118 islands and is known for its canals, gondolas, Venetian masks, piazzas, art, and traditional glass and lace making. Tonight, don't miss the opportunity to explore Venice the traditional way - from the canals on an optional gondola ride and water taxi! Both can be enjoyed on the An Evening in Venice optional excursion which also includes dinner at a local restaurant.

Experiences

Visit Verona: Embark on an orientation tour and take a walk around the city which provided the setting for Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet. Absorb the ambience of the city, and even seek out Juliet’s balcony where Romeo reportedly wooed his lover!

Explore Venice: Discover the magic of Venice, Italy’s unique floating city. Venice is full of iconic sights including St Mark’s Square, St Mark’s Basilica, St Mark’s Museum, Campanile, Doge’s Palace, Rialto Market and Scuola Grande di San Rocco. For the ultimate Venice experience, join today’s optional excursions!

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DAY 8: Venice - Dolomites - Andechs Monastery - Munich

Depart Venice this morning as the tour winds its way back to Munich, taking in some epic sights on a drive through the Dolomite National Park. Enjoy a comfort stop at Lago di Landro, a shimmering lake which boasts dazzling scenery. The next stop is the monastery town of Andechs, something of an undiscovered Alpine gem, and a totally unique feature of our Scenic Europe tour! Take the chance to eat a hearty lunch in Andechs, enjoying the countryside views before returning to Munich for the final night of the tour. This evening, why not say farewell to the group with an optional three-course dinner at a local beer hall in the heart of Munich?

Experiences

Scenic drive through the Dolomite National Park: During this magnificent drive through one of Europe's most beautiful Alpine landscapes, stop at Lago di Landro for a chance to really appreciate the surrounding countryside - and take a few photos!

Visit the Monastery Town of Andechs: Andechs monastery is the ideal place to stop for lunch. Here, take the opportunity to sample some hearty German fare such as eisbein (pork knuckle)!

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DAY 9: End of tour in Munich

The tour concludes this morning after breakfast. Expat Explore hopes you've had an unforgettable time exploring some of Europe's most beautiful sights, we've certainly enjoyed sharing these amazing sights with you! Don't forget to exchange details with your fellow travellers before you make your onward journey.

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What's Included

Accommodation

  • 8 nights in 2, 3 & 4* hotel accommodation in twin rooms with private bathrooms
  • Single travellers have the option to pay a single supplement to ensure a private room (subject to availability)

Meals

  • 8 Breakfasts, 1 Lunch, 3 Dinners 
    *Vegetarian options available for all meals on request

Transport

  • Modern air-conditioned coach with reclining seats and toilet onboard 
  • Any public transport used as part of the tour (excludes free days) 

Tour Leader

  • Fully guided tour with experienced tour leader
  • Tour leader will accompany group throughout and manage all logistical details

16 Experiences!

  • Explore Munich; the capital of Bavaria
  • Enjoy dinner in a traditional German Beer Hall
  • Discover the famous Neuschwanstein Castle
  • Explore Innsbruck at your leisure
  • Visit Vaduz, capital of Liechtenstein
  • See the city of Lucerne on an orientation tour
  • Enjoy a scenic mountain drive to Switzerland
  • Explore the glamorous Lake Como
  • Spend a night in the Italian Lake District
  • See the iconic Leaning Tower of Pisa
  • Discover Florence, birthplace of the Renaissance
  • Enjoy a Tuscan dinner in Florence
  • Visit Verona, home of Romeo and Juliet
  • Explore Venice, Italy’s floating city
  • Enjoy a scenic drive through the Dolomite National Park
  • Visit the Monastery Town of Andechs

Accommodation

We partner with a range of hand-picked hotels in each destination. The hotels listed below are those we stay at most frequently. However, you may stay at different hotels of a similar standard. 

A confirmed list of hotels is emailed to all travellers prior to their tour departure. To extend your stay in Munich, click here to book pre and post-tour accommodation through our partner Booking.com.

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Optional Excursions

Unless marked as “Pre-Book”, all optional excursions can be booked on tour and paid for in cash (in the stated currency) to your tour leader. Prices and availability are subject to change.

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Additional Information

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Reviews

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Roma guide Verified Buyer 2024-09-09
Scenic Europe with Roma
Roma was an excellent guide..she made sure we were all accounted for before driving off..she was knowledgeable..fun ..interesting and patient...she really took care of the group and made good suggestions for alternative experiences
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Nicola Verified Buyer 2024-06-07
SUPERB and MEMORABLE
Absolutely breathtaking views on this trip!! Excellent driver and tour guide. Rachelle is friendly, approachable, knowledgeable and well organized. We wished we have stayed longer on some of the places we visited but it was an awesome trip and we enjoyed it.
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A&R Verified Buyer 2024-06-03
Definitely offers the best highlights and scenery of europe
This is definitely a highlights tour! You pack so much into such a short period of time, you almost forget where you were and what you had for breakfast at the end of each day. The scenery is truly incredible, we won't be forgetting this trip any time soon. My only feedback to future customers is make sure you understand the optional activities and if you have questions, ask your tour leader. We had one activity change slightly and we wish we had asked a few more questions (overall only a minor thing and did not impact the wider experience).
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Team Canada Verified Buyer 2023-08-14
Better than I expected
The tour was amazing overall. We did not find the itinerary rushed at all and felt like we had enough time at each attraction. Kriszte the tour leader was amazing and we enjoyed talking with her and her positive spirit and energy was a great plus. Our bus driver Josef was extremely skilled and we felt very safe. The itinerary was very well thought out and the drives through the alps are something you have to experience for yourself words will not describe the beauty of the journey. The itinerary changed for the Swiss Alps portion of the trip, due to hotel scheduling circumstances I believe, however the optional excursions that were put in place were more than sufficient. Mount Pilatus and a trip to Heididorf were substituted for Jungfraujoch as the itinerary was re-worked and they were both very enjoyable experiences. The Tyrolean folk evening was a lot of fun and the meal was very good. Overall, we found the itineraries, excursions, tour leader, bus driver, and experience with Expat
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Anne and Brandon Verified Buyer 2023-08-11
Lifetime experience!
The tour was absolutely incredible! So many sights to see and a great amount of exercise- which we most definitely needed. Incredible views, food, and our tour leader Kriszti was so well organized, knowledgeable and confident. She handled every situation perfectly and was so pleasant to talk with. We felt safe in her hands! It's also an important trip as we got engaged on the trip! So a special place in our life is now Switzerland. I can't get over the views - and the driver! Excellence all around!

Why this tour?

This regional tour of Europe visits fantastic sites in Germany, Austria, Liechtenstein, Switzerland and Italy in 9 days. Our scenic Europe tours and their itineraries have been designed to avoid the feeling of  “whirlwind” guided tours and slows everything down.

A slower pace and shorter drives give you more time to explore. This makes this Scenic Europe tour perfect for people who want to explore this part of the world at a more leisurely pace.

We’ve got famous cities like Venice, Florence and Munich, and iconic sites such as the Leaning Tower of Pisa. Experience the beauty of scenic lakes as well as historic architecture in monastery towns.There's also a free day to spend as you wish in the Swiss Alps. There is something for everyone to get excited about on these Europe scenic tours!

This is one of the best Europe bus tours packages, which takes in the mountains and castles of Bavaria before travelling on to Innsbruck, Austria followed by a stop in Liechtenstein which is the sixth-smallest country in the world! Next, Switzerland holds the promise of adventure! A Swiss holiday to the Alps gives you a chance to explore at your own pace. Enjoy the cultural and culinary delights of Italy in the Lake District, Florence, Verona and Venice. Our final stop is the monastery town of Andechs before arriving back in Munich.

Highlights include orientation tours of Lucerne, Florence and Venice as well as dinner in a traditional Bavarian beer hall - all of these are sure to put a smile on your face! Grab the chance to visit Jungfraujoch - “the Top of Europe” during these Swiss tour packages. It has consistently been voted the number one optional activity by travellers on our Switzerland coach tours! Definitely not one to be missed!

With Expat Explore, scenic bus tours are a great way to see Europe as you travel; in a fun, convenient and affordable way!