France, Germany and the Alps
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Group Leader: Derek Larson
Requested Return Date: 6/10/2024
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Experience European history from three different angles.
In Paris, feel the echoes of the Revolution in the Place de la Concorde. Munich’s charming Glockenspiel and cobblestone streets transport you back to the Middle Ages. In between, the spectacular mountain scenery of Lucerne belongs to no particular era; the grandeur and beauty of the Alps are truly timeless.
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Day 1: Fly overnight to France
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Day 2: Paris
Meet your Tour Director at the airportTake a walking tour of Paris
Catch a glimpse of Notre-Dame Cathedral
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Day 3: Paris
Take a guided tour of Paris
With your expert local guide you will see:
- Place de la Concorde
- Champs-Élysées
- Arc de Triomphe
- Les Invalides
- Eiffel Tower
Explore on your own orAdd this in-depth excursion
Versailles
Enjoy an excursion to the grand palace of Versailles, where Louis XIV held court in the most lavish style imaginable. On a tour, stroll through the elegantly landscaped gardens, the historic Hall of Mirrors, and the ornately decorated State Apartments. Note: Versailles is closed on Mondays.
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Day 4: Paris
Visit the Louvre
Enjoy a Seine River cruise
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Day 5: Paris • Lucerne
Travel by TGV train to Zurich
Travel to Lucerne
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Day 6: Lucerne
Take a walking tour of Lucerne
With your Tour Director you will see:
- Lion Monument
- Kapellbrücke
- Lake Lucerne
Take a cruise on Lake Lucerne
Ride to the top of a Swiss mountain
Explore on your own orAdd this in-depth excursion
Swiss Fondue Evening
Savor a taste of Swiss culture as you enjoy a fondue meal—the country’s national dish that consists of (delicious) melted cheese and a lot of bread. Then, experience a bit of Swiss tradition in the form of yodeling, folk dances, and Alpine horns. (Just remember to pack your appetite.)
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Day 7: Lucerne • Liechtenstein • Dachau • Munich
Travel via Liechtenstein and Dachau to Munich
Visit the Dachau Concentration Camp Memorial Site
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Day 8: Munich
Take a guided tour of Munich
With your expert local guide you will see:
- Olympic Stadium
- Residenz
- Marienplatz
Visit the Residenz
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Day 9: Depart for home
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Day 1: Fly overnight to France
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Day 2: Paris
Meet your Tour Director at the airportTake a walking tour of Paris
Catch a glimpse of Notre-Dame Cathedral
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Day 3: Paris
Take a guided tour of Paris
With your expert local guide you will see:
- Place de la Concorde
- Champs-Élysées
- Arc de Triomphe
- Les Invalides
- Eiffel Tower
Explore on your own orAdd this in-depth excursion
Versailles
Enjoy an excursion to the grand palace of Versailles, where Louis XIV held court in the most lavish style imaginable. On a tour, stroll through the elegantly landscaped gardens, the historic Hall of Mirrors, and the ornately decorated State Apartments. Note: Versailles is closed on Mondays.
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Day 4: Paris
Visit the Louvre
Enjoy a Seine River cruise
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Day 5: Paris • Lucerne
Travel by TGV train to Zurich
Travel to Lucerne
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Day 6: Lucerne
Take a walking tour of Lucerne
With your Tour Director you will see:
- Lion Monument
- Kapellbrücke
- Lake Lucerne
Take a cruise on Lake Lucerne
Ride to the top of a Swiss mountain
Explore on your own orAdd this in-depth excursion
Swiss Fondue Evening
Savor a taste of Swiss culture as you enjoy a fondue meal—the country’s national dish that consists of (delicious) melted cheese and a lot of bread. Then, experience a bit of Swiss tradition in the form of yodeling, folk dances, and Alpine horns. (Just remember to pack your appetite.)
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Day 7: Lucerne • Liechtenstein • Dachau • Munich
Travel via Liechtenstein and Dachau to Munich
Visit the Dachau Concentration Camp Memorial Site
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Day 8: Munich
Take a guided tour of Munich
With your expert local guide you will see:
- Olympic Stadium
- Residenz
- Marienplatz
Visit the Residenz
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Day 9: Depart for home
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Are you the “print it, scribble notes on it, stick it to the fridge” type? You can download a printable version of our Parent Guide, too.
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Your experience includes
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Airfare & transportation
Round-trip flights on major carriers; comfortable motorcoach
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Hotels
7 overnight stays in hotels with private bathrooms (9 with extension)
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Regional-style meals
European breakfast and dinner daily
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Guided sightseeing
2 sightseeing tours led by expert, licensed local guides (3 with extension); 1 sightseeing tour led by your Tour Director; 1 walking tour (2 with extension)
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Entrances
Louvre; Seine River cruise; Swiss Alps experience; Dachau; Residenz (with extension: Schönbrunn Palace; Strudel demonstration and tasting)
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Full-time Tour Director
Your culturally connected Tour Director is with your group 24/7, providing deep local insight while handling all on-tour logistics.
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Expert Local Guides
Your expert local guides are natural historians, adding cultural insight and global perspective on your sightseeing tours.
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Continuous Support
Your dedicated EF team helps you every step of the way—from recruiting and enrolling travelers to planning and managing your tour.
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Worldwide Presence
EF has over 500 schools and offices in more than 50 countries worldwide so wherever you go, we're there too.
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24-hour Emergency Service
Travelers and their families can count on EF's dedicated emergency service team.
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Peace of Mind Program
Feel secure knowing your group can change their destination or travel dates due to unforeseen circumstances. Learn more about your flexible options at eftours.com/peaceofmind.
Have questions about this tour? Give us a call at 800-665-5364
