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European Whirl

12 Days

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The delightful chime of bicycles heralds the beginning of your European Whirl adventure. Start by immersing yourself in the vibrant culture of Amsterdam, gliding along its iconic canals and exploring its charming streets. Then, venture to Venice, where you can experience the magic of floating along its romantic waterways.

Priced From:

$5313 pp *

Sales Ends: 27/02/2026

Travel Date: Mar 26 - Oct 27

TOUR ADVISORS

Tiffany McCrea-Lennon

Managing Director

Russell Mein

Travel Specialist

Caitlin Lennon

Travel Coordinator

Michelle Baldwin

Travel Specialist

Gaylyn Murdoch

Administration Manager

Holly Skene

Travel Co-ordinator

Kim Thomas

Broker

BIG TRAVEL SALE

Save up to 15% on select 2026 departures*

Book by 27 Feb 26

The delightful chime of bicycles heralds the beginning of your European Whirl adventure. Start by immersing yourself in the vibrant culture of Amsterdam, gliding along its iconic canals and exploring its charming streets. Then, venture to Venice, where you can experience the magic of floating along its romantic waterways.

Next, find tranquility amidst the stunning lakeside scenery of Lucerne, Switzerland, where you can admire the reflection of the majestic mountains in the serene waters. Continue your exploration in the heart of Tuscany near Florence, where rolling hills dotted with vineyards await. Here, indulge in the flavors of Italian Chianti wine, sipping and savoring each moment as you soak in the beauty of the Tuscan countryside.

Throughout your journey, you'll encounter medieval castles, picturesque villages, and breathtaking landscapes, each offering a glimpse into the rich history and diverse cultures of Europe. Whether it's the bustling streets of Amsterdam or the peaceful shores of Lake Lucerne, every destination on your European Whirl promises unforgettable experiences and cherished memories.

Highlights

  • Explore Rome, Florence and Paris with a Local Specialist

  • Discover Amsterdam, Heidelberg, Munich, Innsbruck, Venice and Lucerne

  • Visit a glassblowing factory in Venice and St. Peter's Basilica in Rome

  • View the canals in Amsterdam, the Golden Roof in Innsbruck, St. Mark's Square in Venice, the ancient sites in Rome, the Chapel Bridge in Lucerne and the Eiffel Tower and Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris

  • See the Lorelei Rock and the vineyards of Burgundy

  • Scenic Cruise along the canals of Amsterdam, the Rhine River and by private launch to St. Mark's Square in Venice

Pricing

12 Days

from

$5,313*

per person twin share

Based on 4 Mar 26 departure


 

What's Included

An expert Travel Director and professional Driver

Cherry-picked hotels, all tried and trusted

All porterage and restaurant gratuities

All hotel tips, charges and local taxes

Breakfast daily and up to half of your evening meals

Must-see sightseeing and surprise extras

Audio headsets for flexible sightseeing

Luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries or alternative transportation (such as rail journeys)

Eurostar high-speed train from London to Brussels

Optional Experiences and free time

The services of a Trafalgar Local Host when you stay at Trafalgar's recommended London hotel

Eurostar high-speed train from Paris to London

 

Terms and Conditions

Big Travel Sale – Tours: Save up to 15% on select 2026 departures featured on Trafalgar.com as “Big Travel Sale”. Savings are valid on the land-only portion.  

Big Travel Sale – All Offers: Valid on new bookings made between 15 December 2025 and 27 February 2026. Deposit is due at time of booking; full payment due 120 days prior to departure or at time of booking if within 120 days. Savings are not valid on airfares or extra night accommodations, are subject to availability and may be withdrawn at any time without notice. Minimum number of guests are required to operate departures. If guests change to another tour or date not on sale, they are responsible to pay the difference and adhere to different payment conditions; discounts are not transferrable. Deals may be combined with standard 5% Global Tour Rewards past guest savings only; not combinable with other promotional offers including Double GTR discounts, group discounts, custom group bookings or Future Travel Credit carry forward discount. Please note that websites do not reflect live capacity and in some instances sold out departures may still display for a brief period of time. Other conditions may apply.

Double GTR: Global Tour Rewards members (past guests of Luxury Gold, Insight Vacations, Trafalgar, Costsaver and Contiki) receive an extra 5% discount on new tour and river cruise bookings made 15 December 2025 through 31 January 2026 with code BTSEAGTR5 on trips with any of the aforementioned brands not on sale. The discount is not valid on airfares or extra night accommodations, is subject to availability and may be withdrawn at any time without notice. The extra discount is combinable with the standard 5% GTR past guest discount, but is not combinable with other offers including Big Travel Sale and multiple trip discount. Other conditions may apply.

Global Tour Rewards Discount: **Past guests of Luxury Gold, Insight Vacations, Trafalgar, AAT Kings, Inspiring Journeys, Costsaver and Contiki receive a 5% Global Tour Reward (GTR) discount on any new tour booking with any of the aforementioned brands. The GTR 5% discount is valid on the land portion of the tour and can be used for multiple trips taken within any given year. Discount is not combinable with multiple tour discount, must be applied at the time of booking and is not valid on all trips and/or departures, airfares, surcharges, taxes, extensions, optional experiences, extra night accommodations, is subject to availability and may be withdrawn at any time without notice. Prices are per person, land only, based on double occupancy and are subject to change. The 5% GTR discount replaces all previous Past Guest/Frequent Traveller Discounts and is not in addition to. Other conditions may apply.

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