London, Paris and the Alps
In London and Paris, the monuments and landmarks at every turn recall the long history of two continental powers.
Head from the big cities into the scenic countryside of Burgundy and the beautiful landscapes of Lucerne and the Swiss Alps. In Germany, Bavarian castles dot the landscape giving the countryside a storybook setting and adding to a fairy-tale quality to the experience.
-
Day 1: Fly overnight to England
-
Day 2: London
Meet your Tour Director at the airportTake a walking tour of London
-
Day 3: London
Take a guided tour of London
With your expert local guide you will see:
- Big Ben and Houses of Parliament
- Piccadilly Circus
- St. Paul’s Cathedral
- Westminster Abbey
- Changing of the Guard at Buckingham Palace (if scheduled)
Explore on your own orAdd this in-depth excursion:
Shakespeare Walking Tour
Take an expert-led walking tour through London and follow in the footsteps of the world’s most celebrated writer and bard.
Add this in-depth excursion:
Windsor
This is your invitation to the Royal Family’s retreat, Windsor Castle! Join a local guide on your half-day excursion to Windsor, built by William the Conqueror in 1070. Priceless objects are found in the State Apartments, from paintings by Rubens to Henry VIII’s sword and suit of armor. You will also see Queen Mary’s Dolls’ House and St. George’s Chapel, the final resting place of many monarchs.
-
Day 4: London • Paris
Travel by Eurostar train to Paris
Take a walking tour of Paris
Catch a glimpse of Notre-Dame Cathedral
Visit the Louvre
Enjoy a Seine River cruise
-
Day 5: 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.
-
Day 6: Paris • Burgundy • Lucerne
Travel via Burgundy to the Lucerne region
-
Day 7: 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 (available June-October only)
Ride to the top of a Swiss mountain
-
Day 8: Lucerne • Liechtenstein • Munich
Travel via Liechtenstein & Neuschwanstein to Munich
Visit Neuschwanstein Castle
-
Day 9: Munich
Take a guided tour of Munich
With your expert local guide you will see:
- Olympic Stadium
- Residenz
- Marienplatz
Take a walking tour of Munich
With your Tour Director you will see:
- Munich Cathedral
- New Town Hall
- Hofbräuhaus
Visit the Dachau Concentration Camp Memorial Site
-
Day 10: Depart for home
Add 2 more days
-
Day 10: Munich • Prague
Travel to Prague
Take a walking tour of Prague
-
Day 11: Prague
Take a guided tour of Prague
With your expert local guide you will see:
- St. Vitus Cathedral
- Market Square
- Charles Bridge
-
Day 12: Depart for home
-
Day 1: Fly overnight to England
-
Day 2: London
Meet your Tour Director at the airportTake a walking tour of London
-
Day 3: London
Take a guided tour of London
With your expert local guide you will see:
- Big Ben and Houses of Parliament
- Piccadilly Circus
- St. Paul’s Cathedral
- Westminster Abbey
- Changing of the Guard at Buckingham Palace (if scheduled)
Explore on your own orAdd this in-depth excursion:
Shakespeare Walking Tour
Take an expert-led walking tour through London and follow in the footsteps of the world’s most celebrated writer and bard.
Add this in-depth excursion:
Windsor
This is your invitation to the Royal Family’s retreat, Windsor Castle! Join a local guide on your half-day excursion to Windsor, built by William the Conqueror in 1070. Priceless objects are found in the State Apartments, from paintings by Rubens to Henry VIII’s sword and suit of armor. You will also see Queen Mary’s Dolls’ House and St. George’s Chapel, the final resting place of many monarchs.
-
Day 4: London • Paris
Travel by Eurostar train to Paris
Take a walking tour of Paris
Catch a glimpse of Notre-Dame Cathedral
Visit the Louvre
Enjoy a Seine River cruise
-
Day 5: 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.
-
Day 6: Paris • Burgundy • Lucerne
Travel via Burgundy to the Lucerne region
-
Day 7: 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 (available June-October only)
Ride to the top of a Swiss mountain
-
Day 8: Lucerne • Liechtenstein • Munich
Travel via Liechtenstein & Neuschwanstein to Munich
Visit Neuschwanstein Castle
-
Day 9: Munich
Take a guided tour of Munich
With your expert local guide you will see:
- Olympic Stadium
- Residenz
- Marienplatz
Take a walking tour of Munich
With your Tour Director you will see:
- Munich Cathedral
- New Town Hall
- Hofbräuhaus
Visit the Dachau Concentration Camp Memorial Site
-
Day 10: Depart for home
Add 2 more days
-
Day 10: Munich • Prague
Travel to Prague
Take a walking tour of Prague
-
Day 11: Prague
Take a guided tour of Prague
With your expert local guide you will see:
- St. Vitus Cathedral
- Market Square
- Charles Bridge
-
Day 12: Depart for home
Reviews
Refer a friend or colleague to EF and we’ll thank you with $1,000. Learn more
Your experience includes
-
Airfare & transportation
Round-trip flights on major carriers; comfortable motorcoach; Eurostar high-speed train
-
Hotels
8 overnight stays in hotels with private bathrooms (10 with extension)
-
Regional-style meals
European breakfast and dinner daily
-
Guided sightseeing
3 sightseeing tours led by expert, licensed local guides (4 with extension); 1 sightseeing tour led by your Tour Director; 3 walking tours
-
Entrances
Louvre; Seine River cruise; Swiss Alps experience; Bavarian castle experience; Dachau
-
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.
-
Expert Local Guides
Your expert local guides are natural historians, adding cultural insight and global perspective on your sightseeing tours.
-
Continuous Support
Your dedicated EF team helps you every step of the way—from recruiting and enrolling travelers to planning and managing your tour.
-
Worldwide Presence
EF has over 500 schools and offices in more than 50 countries worldwide so wherever you go, we're there too.
-
24-hour Emergency Service
Travelers and their families can count on EF's dedicated emergency service team.
-
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.
Lowest price
Price is valid for students under the age of 20 at the time of travel that room in triples and quads. Minimum participation is required. Change and cancellation fees of up to the total price will apply. Applicable airline baggage fees are not included and can be found at www.eftours.com/baggage. Program price is valid today only.
Price displayed includes an Early Enrollment Discount; restrictions apply. To determine if you qualify, please contact your Tour Consultant. Tours departing between 10/1/2023 and 9/30/2024 may be eligible for a $100 discount. Tours departing 10/1/2024 and beyond may be eligible for a $200 discount; restrictions apply.
