European Sampler 2023
Tour Operator:
Tour Code:
HD3
Start City:
Amsterdam
End City:
Paris
Tour Style:
Tour Quality:
First Class
Tour Length:
9 days
Dates & Prices
| Start Date | End Date | Offers | Brochure Land Price | Quote |
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| Saturday, Jun 03, 2023 | Sunday, Jun 11, 2023 | Get Lower Price | Get Quote | |
| Saturday, Jul 15, 2023 | Sunday, Jul 23, 2023 | Get Lower Price | Get Quote | |
| Saturday, Sep 16, 2023 | Sunday, Sep 24, 2023 | Get Lower Price | Get Quote | |
| Saturday, Oct 07, 2023 | Sunday, Oct 15, 2023 | Get Lower Price | Get Quote |
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Tour Itinerary
Like a Lazy Susan generously plated with cured herring, breaded schnitzel, rich fondue, and beef bourguignon, this aptly named European Sampler invites you to sink your teeth into four delectable countries and cultures. Designed to introduce you to the best of Holland, Germany, Switzerland, and France, this 9-day tour of Europe is an awakening for more than just your taste buds. All of your senses will perk up as you leisurely cruise along Amsterdam’s bridge-covered canals, dreamily float down the romantic Rhine, and journey through Germany’s picturesque Black Forest, Burgundy’s rolling green vineyards, and the white-capped peaks of the Swiss Alps. Along the way, you can expect a heaped helping of cities and villages, castles and palaces, and hand-carved cuckoo clocks to enhance your time in the most remarkable regions of Europe.
England , France , Germany , Netherlands , Switzerland
Amsterdam , Beaune , Black Forest , Burgundy , Heidelberg , Lucerne , Paris , Versailles
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Day 1
ARRIVE IN AMSTERDAM, HOLLANDWelcome to Amsterdam! At 6 pm, meet your Tour Director and travel companions for a welcome dinner at your hotel. (D)
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Day 2
AMSTERDAMHolland Days AMSTERDAM Take a guided canal cruise. and visit a Diamond Centre, followed by free time this afternoon and evening. (B)TOUR HIGHLIGHTEPIC RIDE See the most fascinating views of Amsterdam on a canal cruise along the elegant grachten lined with homes dating back to the city’s “Golden Age.”
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Day 3
AMSTERDAM–HEIDELBERG, GERMANYTradition on Tap in Heidelberg RHINE RIVER Enjoy a scenic cruise.HEIDELBERG Take an orientation walk through the Old Town. [LF] Enjoy dinner with beer at Kulturbrauerei Heidelberg restaurant. (B,D) 342 mi / 550 kmLOCAL FAVORITELOCAL TASTES Lift a glass of German beer in Kulturbrauerei Heidelberg brauhaus. Enjoy the famous tastes of Germany in this elegant and rustic beer house where hospitality is served in the heart of the brewery, along with legendary beers – both traditional and modern.
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Day 4
HEIDELBERG–BLACK FOREST–RHINE FALLS, SWITZERLAND–LUCERNEWith Cherries on Top BLACK FOREST Enjoy a traditional woodcarving demonstration followed by Kaffee und Schwarzwaldkuchen (coffee and Black Forest Cake).RHINE FALLS Take pictures of the waterfalls.LUCERNE Walking tour includes the [LF] Bourbaki Panorama, the Lion Monument, and the Chapel Bridge. (B,D) 242 mi / 390 kmLOCAL FAVORITE CULTURAL GEM A monumental panorama, a piece of European cultural heritage, and a symbol of Switzerland’s humanitarian tradition - the Bourbaki Panorama brings together a multitude of stories. It commemorates the internment of 87000 soldiers of the French Bourbaki army, who fled Switzerland in the harsh winter of 1871. Painted by the artist Edouard Castres who personally witnessed the internment as a Red Cross worker and put his feelings on display in a most impressive way in 1881. A true journey back to the time in which Switzerland and its self-image were formed in the service of humanity, tolerance, and human rights.
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Day 5
LUCERNESweet Sights of Switzerland LUCERNE Enjoy a free day. (B)FREE TIME TIPS EXPLORE MORE What better way to spend this free day than with an excursion to the top of Mt Pilatus? Ascend via the world’s steepest cogwheel railway passing the exquisite alpine meadows and dramatic rock formations. Take in spectacular views of central Switzerland. Feel on top of the world because you are! Send a yodel across the Swiss peaks in the tradition of mountaineers of old.
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Day 6
LUCERNE–BEAUNE, FRANCEBountiful Burgundy LUCERNE Take in the scenery during the drive to the vineyards of Burgundy.BEAUNE Visit the Hotel Dieu and take part in a [LF] wine tasting at Marché aux Vins. (B) 217 mi / 350 kmLOCAL FAVORITE LOCAL TASTES Go deeper into the legendary wines of Burgundy with a tour of the cellars of Marché aux Vins in Beaune. Taste a variety of Burgundy wines, while learning about the vineyard and regional grape varieties in this bountiful region in one of France's main wine-producing areas. A votre santé
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Day 7
BEAUNE–VERSAILLES–PARISChâteau of Kings & Queens VERSAILLES Guided visit of the Palace and Gardens en route to Paris. (B) 236 mi / 380 kmTOUR HIGHLIGHTLEGENDS SLEPT HERE When it comes to the Palace of Versailles, opulent is an understatement! This converted hunting lodge boasts 2300 rooms adorned in 17th century gilded French décor. Kings, Queens, and Emperors have called it home! Now a world- famous museum that promises its visitors a breathtaking experience.
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Day 8
PARISC’est Magnifique in the City of Light PARIS Guided sightseeing includes an orientation drive and a scenic Seine River cruise. (B)TOUR HIGHLIGHTCITY SIGHTS As the song goes, we love Paris in the springtime; we love Paris in the fall - but no matter the season, we fall in love anytime we visit the most romantic city in the world. From the tempting shops of the Champs-Élysées to the irresistible charms of a corner café, your hearts are set on sharing France’s captivating City of Light any time you please.
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Day 9
PARISSafe travels until we meet again! Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning. (B)
Meals: Breakfast
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Full buffet breakfast daily; 3 three-course dinners
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The world is waiting to be rediscovered! And Globus helps you reunite with your favorite destinations through our ongoing commitment to travel with the ease and confidence travelers have come to expect on tour with us. No matter where you travel, our global network of travel experts has you ready to reconnect.
And along the way, we’re step-for step with you to remove the worries and hassles that might make aspiring globetrotters hesitate when taking that first step in discovering dream destinations once again. With exceptional health and safety protocols and on-trip contingency plans for unexpected surprises, Globus travelers see more of the world with more peace of mind.
A SAFE & WARM WELCOMEGlobus will conduct tour check-in procedures and pre-trip health screenings to offer guests a safe start and peace of mind throughout the journey. This includes proof of vaccination for all guests.
BLENDING CULTURAL PROXIMITY WITH SOCIAL DISTANCEThere may be times on tour or on the motorcoach when social distancing is required. We will take care in assuring any local guidelines are followed in a safe and comfortable way for our guests. For any cases where masks are required due to local guidelines, we ask that guests bring their own approved N95 (FFP2) masks for their own comfort and safety. Our wireless listening technology enables safe distances between our guests and other travelers during excursions.
FOCUS ON GUEST AND TEAM MEMBER HEALTHTo ensure a healthy environment for each of our guests and our team, our Tour Directors, Local Hosts, and motorcoach drivers are fully vaccinated, and Globus is also requiring that all travelers are fully vaccinated before joining the trips. Additionally, regular guest checks are conducted, and, when required by local guidelines, masks will be worn by our guests and by our team when accompanying guests. In all other cases, masks are optional for guests.
TOUCHING HEARTS, NOT HANDSTraveling with Globus removes many of the “touch points” of travel, including luggage handling, check in/out, expedited entry into attractions and more. Globus are further reducing risk with hands-free service, meaning all self-services replaced by staff, including buffet meals replaced with table service. Globus will also ensure hand sanitizing is available throughout each trip, on coach and in hotels.
COMMITMENT TO CLEANAs a part of Globus' commitment to clean, Globus is requiring enhanced cleaning procedures with hotel partners, on motorcoaches, vehicles and throughout every trip, including additional daily disinfecting procedures that go above-and-beyond already strict health and safety procedures.
PARTNERS IN DISCOVERY AND IN HEALTHGlobus has strict health and safety protocols, which have been in place for years, focused on ensuring all aspects of operation- from vehicles and equipment used on trip to excursions and hotel procedures. This process will continue with new, elevated health and safety checks, to maintain their promise that each touch-point on tours and cruises are considered in their commitment to guest and team member well-being.
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Spaarndammerdijk, 302
Amsterdam , Netherlands
Bergheimer Strasse 91
Heidelberg , Germany
Pilatusstrasse 29
Lucerne , Switzerland
12/14 Faubourg-St-Nicolas
Beaune , France
1, Rue De Libourne
Paris 12 , France
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The tour itself was ice, but it was way too rushed. Too much time getting there, but no time to enjoy sights or shop in each country. We got to Amsterdam @ 4:30 pm, took a one hour canal ride, checked into the hotel and had to leave by 7:00 am the next morning. Most of the shops in town closed between 6-7 pm, In London, we were taken to St. Paul's church and told we could visit the chapel only to be informed, there was a private baptism going on! Shouldn't our local guide have informed himself of this? We were to meet the group outside St. Paul's at 11:00 am. We were there with a third person in our group at 3 minutes past 11:00 and the bus had left without us!! We had to find our own way back to the hotel. The local guide never noticed he was missing three people on his tour! There were other stops in London listed like 10 Downing street that we never saw. It also said, Westminster Abby so, I purposely didn't visit there the day before. The local guide said, "We're just driving past there". This should have been made clearer. I did more and saw more on the side trips I planned on my own in each city/Country. I'll save my money and plan my own trip next time. Although, the room and travel accommodations were amazing, the trip itself was very disappointing for the money we put out.
This was our second guided tour with Globus. The experience is highly depending on the "tour director." Our first Globus trip had an exceptional tour director, whereas this second one was merely good - acceptable, but didn't create as good as experience as our first trip.
We both enjoyed the trip very much. It was packed full of things to see and do.
I really enjoyed the trip. There are a few areas of improvement such as the seat rotation and the tour guide. Both were not satisfactory. I also think the optional excursions should have been included in the price we paid.
The Globus European sampler exceeded my expectations. I was looking for a tour which would expose me to England, France and the Alpine regions of Europe, so I could decide if I wanted explore a more lengthy tour at a later date. The guide and itinerary hit all the highlights, as well as providing background on regions which would be of future interest. I am already considering a more lengthy visit to Germany and/or Switzerland.
Most hotels exceeded my expectations the food was wonderful and the optional tours were the best.
My daughter and I were so pleased with the hotel accomodations,especially in London and Amsterdam. Wow! And our tour director was outstanding. She was so organized and went out of her way to make our trip great. Of course the friends we made on this tour were not her doing, but really made our trip special. She couldn't have been more helpful, and I will contact her for our next trip.
Just got back from our 15 day adventure. Everything went smooth as silk. Not a single hitch with any detail.
Our tour guide with Globus was great. He was highly knowledgable and personable. He really made the trip an awesome experience.
Cannot say enough about Affordable Tours & Globus. Everything was much more than I had even expected & would use both of them again with no hesitation!!!!!
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I was not 100% impressed with the hotel in Paris, but it was a minor issue that was addressed on the feedback card I filled out for the tour director