10 days · 11 countries
Best of Western Europe
From AED 8,025per person, twin share
Experience the best of western Europe, including Paris, Lucerne, Innsbruck, Pisa, Tuscany, and Florence as we journey to Rome.
- Duration
- 10 Days / 9 Nights
- Route
- London → Rome
- Countries
- England, Great Britain, United Kingdom, France, Luxembourg, Germany, Liechtenstein, Switzerland, Austria, Italy and Vatican City
- Activity level
- Moderate (3 of 5)
- A brisk 10-day coach tour with daily walking tours, frequent hotel changes and some early starts, balanced by two free days along the way
- Accommodation
- 9 nights in 3- and 4-star hotels along the route
- Meals
- 9 breakfasts, 1 lunch and 3 dinners
- Group
- Small group, up to 18
- Guide
- English-speaking tour leader throughout, plus local guides in major cities
- Transport
- Air-conditioned coach
- Best time to go
- Runs March to September: cool, often showery in March, warm by June to August, and mild again in September
Tour overview
Encounter Western Europe’s highlights and hidden gems. Enjoy free days in Paris and Lucerne. Discover the allure of France’s Champagne region and Germany’s mystical Black Forest. Gaze in awe of Switzerland’s Rhine Falls and Italy’s Leaning Tower of Pisa. This fast-paced, 10-day tour is truly the Best of Western Europe!
Highlights
- Explore London’s top sights with your tour leader
- Enjoy lunch at a traditional British Pub
- See the highlights of Paris on a driving tour
- Enjoy a Champagne Tasting in Reims
- Spend free time in Luxembourg City
- Embark on an orientation tour of Heidelberg
- See the world’s largest cuckoo clock in the Black Forest
- Visit the historic centre of Titisee
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- Experience the Rhine Falls
- Orientation walk of Lucerne city centre
- Stop in Vaduz, capital of Liechtenstein
- Discover the famous Neuschwanstein castle
- Explore Innsbruck at your leisure
- Taste traditional balsamic vinegar in Modena
- Discover Siena, a UNESCO World Heritage Site
- Discover Florence; the ‘Jewel of the Renaissance’
- See the iconic Leaning Tower of Pisa
Route and hotels
Where the tour goes and where you sleep, night by night.
London
1 night · Day 1
Hampton by Hilton London City
Paris
2 nights · Days 2–3
B&B HOTEL Paris Nord 18ème
Champagne region
Day 4 · on the way
Luxembourg
Day 4 · on the way
Heidelberg
1 night · Day 4
NH Hirschberg Heidelberg
Black Forest
Day 5 · on the way
Lake Titisee
Day 5 · on the way
Rhine Falls
Day 5 · on the way
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Lucerne
2 nights · Days 5–6
Holiday Inn Luzern - Kriens
Liechtenstein
Day 7 · on the way
Neuschwanstein Castle
Day 7 · on the way
Innsbruck
1 night · Day 7
Hotel Dollinger
Modena
Day 8 · on the way
Siena
2 nights · Days 8–9
Executive Hotel Siena
Pisa
Day 9 · on the way
Florence
Day 9 · on the way
Rome
Day 10 · end
Day-by-day itinerary
Day 1
Start of tour in London
Meals included: Lunch
Your tour leader meets the group in London before a city tour begins. Lunch is at an authentic British pub, ahead of a visit to Westminster, home to Big Ben and Westminster Abbey, and a look at other top sights including Buckingham Palace. This evening, the optional Thames, Towers and Tastes excursion brings a River Thames cruise and a traditional fish ’n’ chips dinner.
Included
- City tour of London: Westminster, Big Ben and Buckingham Palace
- Lunch at a traditional British pub, with a classic roast and vegetarian options
Optional extras
- Thames, Towers & Tastes · AED 300 per person
- Overnight
- London
- Hotel
- Hampton by Hilton London City
- Meals
- Lunch
Day 2
London – Paris
Meals included: BreakfastDinner
Leaving London, the route crosses the English Channel on the way to the City of Lights and Love. On arrival in Paris, a relaxing driving tour takes in landmarks such as the Eiffel Tower, the Louvre and the Arc de Triomphe. A group dinner follows this evening, at a restaurant in the city.
Included
- Driving tour of Paris, past the Eiffel Tower, the Louvre and the Arc de Triomphe
- Group dinner at a restaurant in Paris
- Travel
- London → Paris by coach, crossing the Channel by ferry
- Overnight
- Paris
- Hotel
- B&B HOTEL Paris Nord 18ème
- Meals
- Breakfast and dinner
Day 3
Paris: Free Day
Meals included: Breakfast
This free day is for exploring the French capital fully, with the optional Paris+ excursion offering a tasting of macarons, a tour of a perfumery, a sightseeing cruise on the River Seine, and a trip to the Latin Quarter. This evening, choices include the Evening in Montmartre and a Parisian cabaret excursion.
Optional extras
- Paris+ · AED 230 per person
- An Evening in Montmartre · AED 235 per person
- Parisian Cabaret with drinks · AED 400 per person
- Overnight
- Paris
- Hotel
- B&B HOTEL Paris Nord 18ème
- Meals
- Breakfast
Day 4
Champagne region – Luxembourg – Heidelberg
Meals included: BreakfastDinner
The Champagne region is the first stop this morning, for a sample of one of France’s best-known exports. From there, the route reaches Luxembourg’s capital, one of Europe’s smallest countries. The day continues to Heidelberg, the oldest university town in Germany, known for the ruins of its Renaissance castle and a riverside setting. An orientation tour of the city centre and free time precede dinner tonight.
Included
- Champagne tasting in Reims
- Free time in Luxembourg City’s UNESCO-listed centre
- Orientation tour of Heidelberg’s old town
- Travel
- Paris → Reims → Luxembourg City → Heidelberg by coach
- Overnight
- Heidelberg
- Hotel
- NH Hirschberg Heidelberg
- Meals
- Breakfast and dinner
Day 5
Black Forest – Lake Titisee – Rhine Falls – Lucerne region
Meals included: BreakfastDinner
This morning’s journey heads into Germany’s Black Forest, stopping in Triberg, where the world’s largest cuckoo clock is found, and in Titisee, with time for lunch. The tour then crosses into Switzerland and stops at the Rhine Falls, with the option of a boat ride. Later, an orientation tour in Lucerne comes before the drive to tonight’s accommodation.
Included
- Stop in Triberg to see the world’s largest cuckoo clock
- Free time in Titisee, a spa town on the lake of the same name
- Visit to the Rhine Falls, with the option of a boat ride into the falls
- Orientation walk of Lucerne: Chapel Bridge, the Lion Monument and St Leodegar
Optional extras
- Rhine Falls Cruise · AED 130 per person
- Travel
- Heidelberg → Black Forest → Titisee → Rhine Falls → Lucerne by coach
- Overnight
- Lucerne
- Hotel
- Holiday Inn Luzern - Kriens
- Meals
- Breakfast and dinner
Day 6
Lucerne: Free Day
Meals included: Breakfast
This free day is spent in the Lucerne region, one of Switzerland’s most admired cities. Lucerne’s lake and waterfront promenades are best seen on the optional Lake Lucerne cruise, with views across the water. Alternatively, today’s Mount Pilatus Experience is a highlight of the Swiss Alps.
Optional extras
- Mount Pilatus Excursion · AED 340 per person
- Lake Lucerne Panoramic Cruise · AED 130 per person
- Overnight
- Lucerne
- Hotel
- Holiday Inn Luzern - Kriens
- Meals
- Breakfast
Day 7
Liechtenstein – Neuschwanstein Castle – Innsbruck
Meals included: BreakfastFour countries fit into today, starting in Liechtenstein, with a stroll around the capital, Vaduz. Next is one of the tour’s highlights, a visit to Bavaria’s Neuschwanstein Castle, before the day ends in Innsbruck, Austria. This evening, the optional Tyrol Folk Evening and Dinner excursion offers a taste of Austrian culture.
Included
- Stop in Vaduz, capital of Liechtenstein, with views of Vaduz Castle
- Tour of Neuschwanstein Castle, the inspiration for Disneyland’s castle
- Orientation tour of Innsbruck, including the town square and the Golden Roof
Optional extras
- Tyrol Folk Evening & Dinner · AED 300 per person
- Travel
- Lucerne → Liechtenstein → Neuschwanstein → Innsbruck by coach
- Overnight
- Innsbruck
- Hotel
- Hotel Dollinger
- Meals
- Breakfast
Day 8
Modena – Siena
Meals included: BreakfastItaly is today’s focus, with a stop in Modena on the way to Siena for a balsamic vinegar tasting, included because the region is known for it. The afternoon brings arrival in Siena, with time to explore the historic centre, before free time to enjoy this Italian destination through its sights, sounds and flavours.
Included
- Balsamic vinegar tasting in Modena
- Exploration of Siena’s historic centre
- Travel
- Innsbruck → Modena → Siena by coach
- Overnight
- Siena
- Hotel
- Executive Hotel Siena
- Meals
- Breakfast
Day 9
Pisa – Florence – Siena
Meals included: Breakfast
The route travels to Florence, the Tuscan capital, for a guided tour that takes in the Piazza della Signoria and the Ponte Vecchio amid Renaissance surroundings. Afterwards, there is free time to explore, or a family-style meal awaits on the optional Taste of Tuscany excursion. The Leaning Tower of Pisa follows, before the return to Siena.
Included
- Guided tour of Florence: Ponte Vecchio, Piazza della Signoria and the Duomo
- Photo stop at the Leaning Tower of Pisa
Optional extras
- Taste of Tuscany · AED 235 per person
- Travel
- Siena → Pisa → Florence → Siena by coach
- Overnight
- Siena
- Hotel
- Executive Hotel Siena
- Meals
- Breakfast
Day 10
End of tour in Rome
Meals included: BreakfastThe tour, after 10 days, reaches its end today in Rome. This is the time to swap contact details with fellow travellers before parting ways. To explore Italy’s ancient capital further, there are two optional Rome add-ons, each giving a post-tour stay of 2 nights in Rome, for those who would like to stay on.
Optional extras
- Rome Add-on Post-Tour · AED 1,405 per person
- Eternal Rome Add-on Post-Tour · AED 2,085 per person
- Travel
- Siena → Rome by coach
- Meals
- Breakfast
Dates & prices
Prices per person, sharing a double or twin room. A single room costs the supplement shown.
11 dates
FromFri 26 Mar 2027ToSun 4 Apr 2027
AvailableBest price
AED 8,025
Single room supplement +AED 3,985 single
FromFri 16 Apr 2027ToSun 25 Apr 2027
Available
AED 8,025
Single room supplement +AED 3,985 single
FromFri 7 May 2027ToSun 16 May 2027
Available
AED 8,025
Single room supplement +AED 3,985 single
FromFri 28 May 2027ToSun 6 Jun 2027
Available
AED 8,025
Single room supplement +AED 3,985 single
FromFri 18 Jun 2027ToSun 27 Jun 2027
Available
AED 9,016
Single room supplement +AED 3,985 single
FromFri 9 Jul 2027ToSun 18 Jul 2027
Available
AED 8,025
Single room supplement +AED 3,985 single
FromFri 30 Jul 2027ToSun 8 Aug 2027
Sold out
AED 8,025
Single room supplement +AED 3,985 single
Full
FromFri 20 Aug 2027ToSun 29 Aug 2027
Available
AED 8,025
Single room supplement +AED 3,985 single
FromFri 27 Aug 2027ToSun 5 Sept 2027
Available
AED 8,539
Single room supplement +AED 3,985 single
FromFri 10 Sept 2027ToSun 19 Sept 2027
Available
AED 9,420
Single room supplement +AED 3,985 single
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FromFri 24 Sept 2027ToSun 3 Oct 2027
Available
AED 9,016
Single room supplement +AED 3,985 single
What’s included
Included
- 9 nights hotel accommodation in twin rooms with private bathrooms. The majority of our accommodations are of a 3- and 4-star standard, offering excellent value, comfort and convenience
- Single travellers have the option to pay a single supplement to ensure a private room (subject to availability)
- 9 Breakfasts, 1 Lunch, 3 Dinners
- Modern air-conditioned coach with reclining seats and toilet onboard
- Any public transport used as part of the tour (excludes free days)
- Fully-guided tour
Not included
- Flights: Arrange your own flights for the start and end of the tour
- Travel insurance: Purchase a suitable policy that meets your needs
Optional extras
Excursions and upgrades you can add to the tour. Prices are per person.
Thames, Towers & Tastes
A Thames cruise past the Shard, the London Eye, St Paul’s Cathedral and Big Ben, followed by a walk to Tower Bridge and the Tower of London, finishing with fish and chips at a traditional pub. £60. Book it before the tour: add it to your booking notes.
AED 300 per person
Paris+
A day out in Paris with your tour leader: macarons at a famous pâtisserie, a perfume workshop and a cruise on the Seine. €53, booked with your tour leader on the day.
AED 230 per person
An Evening in Montmartre
An evening in Montmartre past the Moulin Rouge, up the funicular to the hilltop, with a three-course French dinner and vegetarian options available. €55, booked with your tour leader on the day.
AED 235 per person
Parisian Cabaret with drinks
A cabaret show with can-can dancing, colourful costumes and a glass of French champagne or a soft drink. €94, booked with your tour leader on the day.
AED 400 per person
Rhine Falls Cruise
A boat ride into the heart of the Rhine Falls, Europe’s largest waterfall, with the option to climb around 100 steps to a viewing platform for 360-degree views. €30, booked with your tour leader on the day.
AED 130 per person
Mount Pilatus Excursion
A trip up Mount Pilatus on the world’s steepest cogwheel railway, or by panorama gondola and cable car, through alpine meadows and past mountain streams, with a compulsory public transport card included. €80, booked with your tour leader on the day.
AED 340 per person
Lake Lucerne Panoramic Cruise
An hour-long scenic cruise on Lake Lucerne, with views of the surrounding mountains and the town from the water. €30, booked with your tour leader on the day.
AED 130 per person
Tyrol Folk Evening & Dinner
An evening of traditional Tyrolean folk music, dancing and yodelling, with a three-course Austrian dinner, one drink and return transport from the hotel included. €70, booked with your tour leader on the day.
AED 300 per person
Taste of Tuscany
A sit-down, family-style Tuscan meal in Florence, including bistecca alla fiorentina, bruschetta, a glass of Chianti and a traditional dessert. €55, booked with your tour leader on the day.
AED 235 per person
Rome Add-on Post-Tour
Two extra nights in Rome after the tour ends, with hotel accommodation, breakfasts, a guided walking tour taking in the Spanish Steps, the Trevi Fountain, the Pantheon and Piazza Navona, one dinner, a free day and the services of your tour leader. €330. Book it before the tour: add it to your booking notes.
AED 1,405 per person
Eternal Rome Add-on Post-Tour
Two extra nights in Rome after the tour ends, with hotel accommodation, breakfasts, a guided walking tour taking in the Spanish Steps, the Trevi Fountain, the Pantheon and Piazza Navona, one dinner, plus a guided visit to the Colosseum, the Roman Forum and the Vatican Museums with the Sistine Chapel. €490. Book it before the tour: add it to your booking notes.
AED 2,085 per person
To add an extra, mention it in your booking notes, and we confirm it with your seats before you pay. Some are booked with your tour leader on the day instead: their description says so.
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Good to know
Practical details to read before you travel.
Passport & visas
This tour starts in London, outside the Schengen area, and ends in Rome, Italy, spending the rest of its time in Schengen countries, or ones with open borders to it (Liechtenstein, Vatican City).
For the UK: UAE passport holders apply online for an Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) before they travel. Most other passports held in the UAE need a UK Standard Visitor visa, applied for in Dubai, so allow 15 to 20 working days after your appointment. EU, US, Canadian and Australian passports need an ETA instead.
For the continental leg: UAE passport holders don’t need a Schengen visa for stays of up to 90 days in any 180, plus the EU’s ETIAS travel authorisation once it comes into force. Most other nationalities living in the UAE need a Schengen visa, applied for up to six months ahead. Your passport must be valid at least three months after you leave Schengen, and issued within the last ten years. Our visa team handles both the UK and Schengen applications: ask us when you book.
Flights and timings
Flights into London and out of Rome aren’t included, so you will need to arrange your own, and this tour does not return you to your starting city.
Day 1 starts at 10:00 at your hotel in London, where your tour leader meets the group: the joining information tells you how to get there from the airport. The tour runs by coach throughout, including the Channel crossing, with no internal flights.
The tour ends in Rome on the morning of day 10, after breakfast, with no onward activities included that day, so keep your departure flexible. Our team can book your flights from Dubai to match the tour dates, and can also add on extra nights in Rome.
Meals and dietary needs
Breakfast is included every day (9 in total), along with a welcome lunch in London on day 1 and 3 dinners along the route, in Paris, Heidelberg and Lucerne.
Other meals, including most lunches and dinners on free days, are left for you to arrange, which gives you room to try local restaurants at your own pace.
Tell us about any dietary needs, halal included, when you book, and we pass them on before the tour.
Money
You will need pound sterling in the UK, then euro through France, Luxembourg, Germany, Austria and Italy. Switzerland and Liechtenstein use the Swiss franc instead.
Cards are widely accepted everywhere on this route, and a card with no foreign transaction fees is the easiest way to pay. It is still worth carrying some local cash for markets, small cafes and tips.
Optional experiences booked on tour are paid to your tour leader in cash or by card, in the currency shown.
Weather and packing
This tour runs March to September, so conditions vary along the way: cool and often showery in London and Paris in March, building to warm summer days from June to August, and mild again by September. The Alps and Innsbruck stay cooler even in summer.
Pack layers, comfortable shoes for the walking tours and a waterproof jacket, since rain is possible anywhere on the route, especially in the UK in spring. Modest clothing, with shoulders and knees covered, is worth having for visits to churches and cathedrals along the way.
Plan your trip
Our Dubai team arranges what goes around the tour, so it is booked in one place.
Visas
One Schengen visa covers the Schengen countries on this route. Our visa team in Dubai applies for UAE residents once the tour is booked.
Flights
Flights are not included. We can book them with the tour: Dubai to London, and home from Rome. Tick “Flights” when you book and we quote them with your confirmation.
Pay in instalments
Split the cost with Tabby or Tamara, or over 3 to 12 months on a UAE bank credit card for bookings from AED 1,000.
Book this tour
Book online in a few minutes. Your seats are held as soon as you book, and you pay once we have confirmed them.
- Choose your date, travellers and roomsPrices are per person, and the total updates as you choose.
- Name each traveller as in their passportYour seats are held and your booking reference is emailed straight away.
- Pay by secure link once confirmedOur Dubai team confirms the seats with the tour operator, then emails your payment link. Nothing is charged when you book.
Questions before you book? Our support team is on WhatsApp +971 58 582 4488.
Questions about this tour
What will my days actually look like?
Full days, zero filler. Most mornings start with breakfast before heading out to the main sights with your Tour Leader or a local guide. Afternoons often include free time to wander, find a coffee or join an Optional Experience. Expect a good amount of walking too. On some days, you could spend two to three hours on your feet. Comfortable shoes are your best friend.
Who will I be travelling with?
People from all over the world. Different ages, different backgrounds, same instinct to see more. Groups have on average between 35-45 travellers. By day three, you’ll already know everyone's name.
What are the hotels like?
Clean, comfortable and well located. Mostly 3 to 4 star, with private en-suite bathrooms. They're chosen so you can sleep well and feel ready for the next day. They're not the centrepiece. The destinations are. But they're never an afterthought.
How active is this tour?
All travellers carry their own bags, including up hotel stairs where needed. Walking tours can last up to three hours, and some sites involve a fair number of steps. Read through the itinerary to decide if the pace is right for you.
How do Optional Experiences work?
Optional Experiences happen during your tour's free-time slots, and your Tour Leader will tell you about what's on offer during the tour. Most can be booked on the day, but some are pre-sold and must be purchased before your tour begins, so it's worth checking the tour page beforehand to see what's available and get in touch with our team to book anything in advance.
Will I have time to explore on my own?
Yes. Free time is built into the itinerary, giving you space to wander and explore at your own pace. Your Tour Leader can point you towards the places worth your time, so you're never left completely to figure it out yourself.
What support do I have while I'm on tour?
Your Tour Leader is there to look after you during your tour. They know the places most people walk straight past, they'll have a restaurant recommendation ready before you've asked, and they'll sort anything that comes up along the way. All transport and accommodation are arranged for you.
You'll also have a 24-hour emergency contact number and the Holidayys team in Dubai.
How do I book Best of Western Europe?
Press Book now, choose a date and your rooms, and enter each traveller as their passport shows. We hold your seats and email your booking reference straight away. Our Dubai team confirms the seats with the tour operator, then emails you a secure payment link. Nothing is charged when you book.
When do I pay?
Once the tour operator confirms your seats. We email you a secure payment link for the total in AED, and your booking is complete when it is paid. To pay in instalments, say so in your booking notes.
Is the price per person?
Yes. Prices are per person sharing a double or twin room. Travelling alone? A single room costs the supplement shown next to each date.
Are flights included?
Only when the tour lists them under what is included. We can book flights from the UAE to the start city and home from the end city with your tour.
Do I need a visa?
That depends on your passport and the countries on the route. Our visa team arranges Schengen and other visas for UAE residents, and can apply for yours once the tour is booked.
Payment plans
Pay over time, at 0% interest
Every booking qualifies, from holidays and tours to visas. Pay later with a credit card instalment plan or a buy-now-pay-later account; some banks charge a one-time processing fee.
- Credit card plans from AED 1,000
- Tabby and Tamara, no minimum
- Terms from 3 to 12 months
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Credit cards, from AED 1,000
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