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A Tour with a Difference!
LONDON, WINDSOR, STONEHENGE, BATH, CANTERBURY, NORMANDAY LANDING BEACHES, BRUSSELS, BRUGES, AMSTERDAM, and more…
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London
Brussels
Paris
Canterbury
Oxford
Windsor
Bruges
Brussels
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Afternoon departure from points of origin.
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Arrival in London and Check-in.
Arrival London. The bus will pick us up at the airport, and our Tour guide will take us to see London’s highlights.
Afterward, we will have an on-your-own lunch in the undercroft of St Martin in the Field Church and then check into our hotel.
We will meet in the evening for a Welcome “Meet and Greet” Dinner.
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Westminster Abbey, and The Tower of London.
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Windsor Castle, Stonehenge & Bath.
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Canterbury – Dover to Calais- Brussels.
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Antwerp – Delft - Amsterdam.
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Bastogne - Battle of the Bulges - Luxembourg.
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Paris (by highspeed train).
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Normandy Landing Beaches.
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Transfer to airport and homeward flight.
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Windsor Castle
Windsor Castle is the oldest and largest occupied castle globally, and it's the official residence of His Majesty the King. Jump-the-line tickets give us access to THE large public areas of the castle and "State Apartments" full of valuable furniture, world-class paintings, artifacts, and armor. The Castle is situated in the heart of the ancient old town of Windsor. Alleyways date back nearly 600 years in a warren of alleyways and are inviting to explore shops, restaurants, and cafes.
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England
Known for the countless number of places, people, food, and history, England is a must-see. Showcasing leading contemporary art in Newcastle, ground-breaking theatre in Leeds and Birmingham, and live music is all the more reason to go.
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Big Ben
Big Ben is the nickname given to the massive bell inside the clock tower at the northern end of the Palace of Westminster. It is one of the best know London highlights and celebrated 2009 its 150th anniversary.
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London City Tour
A tour with a professional guide showcasing London's highlights. We will first begin with landmarks like the Tower of London, St Paul's Cathedral, and Westminster Abbey. We will also be visiting historical buildings joined by modern structures like the Shard and the Millennium Bridge, making it today's contemporary city.
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The Changing of the Guards
At 11:30 in the forecourt of Buckingham Palace, the new Guard marches to the Palace from Wellington Barracks with a Guards band, the Old Guard hands over in a ceremony during which the sentries are changed then returns to barracks. The New Guard then marches to St James's Palace, leaving the detachment at Buckingham Palace.
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Westminster Abbey
The Abbey is a must-see with the remarkable history of Kings, queens, statesmen, soldiers, poets, priests, heroes, and villains. Today, it is a burial ground for some of the most famous politicians, sovereigns, and artists. This includes Charles Darwin, Sir Isaac Newton, and David Livingstone.
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London Theater & Dinner
From long-running classics to contemporary hits, you may wish for London's best shows; we will make it visible and combine it with a dinner before the show. The tour guide will do his ought most to meet your ticket request.
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Trafalgar Square
As the gateway between the central shopping district of the city center and the West side of the city, no visit to London would be complete without spending some time in Trafalgar Square. It is home to Nelson's Column and other statues and historic features, including the National Gallery, St Martin-in-the-Fields, Canada House, and South Africa House.
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Bath
Built in a natural amphitheater of hills, one of Britain's most distinguished cities with its magnificent Georgian architecture. We'll visit the Roman hot and cold baths as well as the Pump Room.
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Stonehenge & Windsor Castle
A full-day trip to two of the United Kingdom's top historic attractions. The mysterious Stonehenge rock formations are celebrated as the best-preserved megalithic monuments of Europe. Windsor Castle is home to the British royal family, for a tour of the State Apartments and St George’s Chapel, crammed full of valuable furniture, world-class paintings, artifacts, and armor. Jump-the-line tickets are included in the excursion
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Stonehenge
Built as a burial site, Stonehenge is the best preserved and most celebrated of the megalithic monuments of Europe. It was built in several stages. The first monument was an early henge monument, built about 5,000 years ago, and the unique stone circle was established in the late Neolithic period, about 2500 BC.
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Oxford & Stratford-upon-Avon Excursion
A full day of guided tours of Hathaway Place, the birthplace of Shakespeare, and the University of Oxford. This trip offers an excellent opportunity for shopping and sightseeing around England.
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Oxford & Stratford-upon-Avon Excursion
A full day of guided tours of Hathaway Place, the birthplace of Shakespeare, and the University of Oxford. This trip offers an excellent opportunity for shopping and sightseeing around England.
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Hard Rock Café London
The Hard Rock Café London is the first of its kind! It opened the doors on June 14th, 1971, as two Americans thought Europe should have a taste of authentic, down-home American cooking flavored with a heavy dose of rock 'n' roll. The central location near Buckingham Palace and St James Park is the exact location from where the idea spread worldwide.
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London Eye
The London Eye is a feat of design and engineering, the first of its kind and the only cantilevered observation wheel globally. It is 443 feet high, making it the fourth-largest Ferris wheel globally, providing one of the best views of London.
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Natural History Museum
As well as the permanent dinosaur exhibition, the Natural History Museum boasts a collection of the biggest, tallest and rarest animals in the world. Don't miss the life-sized Blue Whale model, the 40-million-year-old spider, the earthquake simulator, and an elephant bird egg.
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Harrods
Omnia Omnibus Ubique" – "All Things, For All People, everywhere" is the motto of Britain's most iconic shop. The massive store occupies a 4.5-acre site in London's boasts a unique range of products from pianos to pets, Dior to Dolce, fashion, and food.
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Harry Potter London Tour
With the help of our local guide, we explore lovely old alleyways on our way across the city. Catch up with your reading to dive back into the magic of The Sorcerer's Stone, The Monument, or Prisoner of Azkaban, or be captivated by your guide's storytelling.
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Dover Castle
Dover Castle, renowned for its underground tunnels and dating back to before the Norman Conquest. With its one-of-a-kind history, it is worth the visit.
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Canterbury Cathedral
Canterbury Cathedral was one of the most important centers of pilgrimage in Medieval England. The cathedral had immense significance at both a spiritual and political level in medieval times; its importance as a center of pilgrimage significantly increased after the murder of Thomas Becket there in 1170.
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Belgian Chocolate
Ensure you buy genuine handmade Belgian chocolates that are not made anywhere else. There are thousands of varieties to choose from and endless choices to be made. While sightseeing and walking between monument stop by at chocolate shops and find your favored.
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Belgium
Belgium's rich history has left impressive architecture and art, dating back to the early Middle Ages. Three distinct linguistic regions developed with three official languages: Flemish-Dutch, French, and German. Count in English as a 4th unofficial language and explore the country.
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Wax museum of Madam Tussaud’s
The first out of 21 wax museums created by the renowned Madame Tussauds is a must-see. With 14 interactive areas, the museum combines glitz, glamour, and incredible history with more than 300 stunning wax figures. This would include historical and royal figures, film stars, sports stars, and famous murderers, all in one place.
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Bruges
During the 14th–16th centuries, Bruges was one of northern Europe's most sophisticated cities. Its incredibly well-preserved medieval architecture makes it one of the most charming places in Europe.
Canals crossing the center and cobbled lanes underline medieval architecture leading to the market square.
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Brussels
As the seat of the EU and headquarter of NATO, Brussels is the so-called "capital of Europe ." The historic Old Town of inner Brussels, the Grand Place, form the modern metropolis center. During a stroll through winding alleys, ensure to pause for waffles and some of the world's best chocolate.
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La Grand Place
La Grand Place is the central, geographic, and historic heart of Brussels and one of the most memorable squares in Europe. The French army in 1695 almost destroyed the trading center. It was resurrected over time and is now a wonderful hotch-potch of Gothic, opulent baroque, neoclassical, neogothic architecture. UNESCO added the place to the list of World Heritage sites.
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Manniken Pis
The famous Manneken-Pis remains the emblem of the rebellious spirit of the City of Brussels. His wardrobe counts more than 800 suits. The Museum of the City of Brussels presents one hundred of these suits. A multimedia database allows the visitors to consult the whole wardrobe of the famous 'ketje'
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Bastogne & Memorial
The siege of Bastogne, a small Belgium town in the Ardennes, was part of the Battle of the Bulge in December 1944. Visitors of the small town now can trace history, walking through the World War II battlefields, touring the Bastogne War Museum, and honoring the memory of American soldiers at Mardasson Memorial.
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Paris Orientation Tour
Enjoy Paris orientation tour to discover Paris´ most important highlights: Notre Dame Cathedral, Le Louvre, The Eiffel Tower, Opéra, place de la Concorde, Champs-Élysées, Arc de Triomphe and more. A fine way to begin your visit of Paris.
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The Eiffel Tower
Even if you do not want to visit this world famous structure, you will see its top from all over Paris. The tower rises 300 meters tall (984 ft); when it was completed at the end of the 19th century it was twice as high as the Washington Monument, at the time the tallest structure in the world.
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Normandy and the Landing Beaches
Normandy offers a patchwork landscape of lush rolling countryside, pretty fishing villages, ancient stone chateaux, thatched cottages, half timbered farmhouses and orchards. It is one of the most historic and interesting areas of France. On June 6th, 194
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Omaha Beach
The unfortunate soldiers of the 1st division, one of the Army's toughest and most experienced, were in effect expected to carry out a frontal assault on a fortified position with no cover and only light weapons. Only two of their twenty-nine tanks made i
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Boat Tour of the Seine River
Relaxing on a Seine River cruise is a fantastic way to see Paris. Get a truly unique perspective on some of the city’s magnificent sights, from the Eiffel Tower to Notre Dame Cathedral, gliding by the Louvre museum and the Statue of Liberty, yes, the very bronze model created by
Frederic Auguste Bartholdi himself.
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D-Day
Operation Overload of June 6, 1944, brought together the land, air, and sea forces of the allied armies in what became known as the largest invasion force in human history. Less than a year after the significant turning point, the Allies formally accepted Nazi Germany's surrender. See the artifacts that tell the story of D-Day.
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American Cemetery at Colleville Sur Mer
Situated above Omaha Beach, a place where the American military suffered staggering casualties on D-Day, the American cemetery at Colleville-Sur-Mer contains the remains of nearly 10,000 service members who died during the Normandy campaign. With marble crosses and Stars of David stretching as far as the eye can see, the cemetery is a solemn, breathtaking experience that all Americans should share..
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Saint-Mère-L'Église
First town liberated by the Allied forces during the D-day invasion.
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Full Day Excursion Normandy
Out of Paris we leave this morning to explore of France's most embattled region and one that had profoundly altered not only its own fate but ultimately our world as we know today. Joined by our local guide upon arrival to Caen, we travel along its northern coast dotted with historical scares that tell us the ultimate story of what we can only understand once we walk its beaches and visit The American Cemetery and Memorial and key sites from Pointe Du Hoc to Sainte-Mère-Eglise and the American Cemetery at Colleville-Sur-Mere. ....
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World War II Utah Beach American Memorial
The is located at the termination of Highway N-13D, approximately a mile and a half northeast of Sainte-Marie-du-Mont (Manche), France. This monument commemorates the achievements of the American Forces of the VII Corps who landed and fought in the liber
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Moulin Rouge Show
At the spectacular Moulin Rouge, the home of the French Cancan for more than a century, you'll sit back with your complimentary glass of champagne and wait in anticipation for the spectacular "Feerie" show to burst onto the stage. The show features a troupe of 100 artists, including 60 legendary Doriss dancers dressed in exotic costumes of feathers, rhinestones and sequins. The show's sumptuous sets include moving staircases, a gigantic aquarium, swings and a garden setting, providing a vibrant, exciting backdrop for the brilliantly choreographed cabaret.
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Half Day Tour Versailles Palace and Louvre Museum
Experience the grandeur of Versailles Palace. Your guide will provide commentary and expert advice to help you plan your time at Versailles. An audio guide is available in eight languages. Your tour of the Palace of Versailles includes free time to explore Louis XIV's fabulous suite of rooms, the grand Hall of Mirrors and the apartments of the Dauphin and Dauphine. Your tour will than continue with a visit of the Louvre Museum where you will directed by the guide to the most famous masterpieces and than have free time to visit other parts of the world's biggest museum.
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Arc de Triomphe and the Champs-Elysées
Emperor Napoléon I commissioned the 164-foot tall Arc de Triomphe. It was built in an age when leaders erected monuments in their own honor, evoking sheer military power and triumph. The arch's magnificent sculptures and reliefs at the same time commemorate Napoléon's generals and soldiers.
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Dome des Invalides
The Hôtel des Invalides is an enormous complex built by Louis XIV as a home for his army's wounded and disabled soldiers. Today it contains Napoleon's Tomb, museums, and monuments, all relating to France's military history, and a hospital and a retirement home for war veterans, the buildings' original purpose.
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Fragonard Perfume Museum
The perfume museum, in central Paris, occupies a charming Napoleon III townhouse built-in 1860 by Lesoufaché, a student of Garnier. The interior is enriched by the design of that period. A collection of perfumery objects tells the story of fragrances from their origins to the present day. Do not miss the shop set above the museum area, offering the complete range of Maison Fragonard perfume products, including fragrances, Eaux de Toilette, soaps, candles, and cosmetic gift boxes.
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Painters Square at Montmartre
Montmartre is well known as the last village in Paris. The place de Tertre, a few streets away from the Sacré-Coeur Catholic basilica, is in the heart of Montmartre. The Painters Square is a reminder of the time when Montmartre was the Mecca of modern art.
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The Palace of Versailles
The Palace of Versailles began as a modest hunting lodge. Well, as modest a lodge as one could expect from a French King. Then Louis XIV enlarged and enrobed the old lodge, turning it into the great Chateau we know today. Visit the place where of world war I was ended by signing of the Treaty of Versailles
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Montmartre
Montmartre is well known as the last village in Paris. Cobbled streets of one of the most historic and interesting neighborhoods in Paris, streets lead to Basilica of Sacre-Coeur on the top of the hill. Place du Tertre - the Painters Square a few street a way is a reminder of the time when Montmartre was the Mecca of modern art. At the beginning of the 20th century, many penniless painters including Picasso and Utrillo were living there.
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The Louvre Palace Museum
To learn the Louvre in and out, you might need a lifetime. Still, one has to start somewhere. The site of the world's largest and most diverse collection of pre-20th century painting, sculpture, and decorative objects, The Louvre is definitely one of Paris' best attractions. Not forgetting the Mona Lisa and the Venus de Milo, bask in the works of Vermeer, Caravaggio, Rembrandt, and countless other masters. The palace itself is testament to a rich history spanning from the medieval period to the present.
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The Sorbonne and the Latin Quarter
The Sorbonne University is the historic soul of the Latin Quarter, where higher learning has flourished for centuries. Founded in 1257 for a small group of theology students, the Sorbonne is one of Europe's oldest universities. It has hosted countless great thinkers, including philosophers René Descartes, Jean-Paul Sartre, and Simone de Beauvoir. Enjoy a drink on the café terrace in front of the college before exploring the winding little streets of the Latin Quarter behind it.
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Note: Listed priced activities are offered as optional excursion package, listed highlights may be require entrance fees to access that can be paid for locally and may be subject to availability and holiday closures.
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Magical Times, Magical Settings!
Another Tour with a Difference designed by Dr. Noel Keller
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We will depart by bus from Mercy Center, Dallas in time for our flight, which will depart from Newark. If you want to download your boarding pass, you can the night before we leave. You may also leave your car at a designated spot at Misericordia. If you plan on doing this, we need the make and model of your car and its license plate.
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We will arrive in Frankfurt. The bus driver will meet us inside the terminal.
Sit back and relax as we head toward Rothenberg, one of Europe's most beautiful medieval towns, and while it may look like a movie set — it is real! Rothenberg's enchantment has prevailed over the past 1,000 years and it continues to cast its spell.
After checking into the hotel, you will have the rest of the afternoon to explore this grand place. A welcome dinner [with 3 courses] will be served in the hotel at 6:30pm.
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Spend the entire day in this quaint city or participate in an optional tour of Nuremberg, Germany’s most famous Christkindlesmarkt [for an extra fee]. We will leave at 9 and arrive by 10:30 AM.
You will have time to explore the markets and grab a bite to eat. We will head back to Rothenberg at 3PM.
After supper on your own, there will be an optional one hour “Night Watchman Tour” at 8 PM for 8 E. Accompany the After supper on your own, and I want to suggest we go to Zur Holl, followed by an optional one hour “Rothenburg Night Watchman Tour” at 8 PM. We will follow the Watchman through dark alleyways and across dimly lit squares and enjoy the special mood of the town at night. Listen to his stories and find out how the people lived in the Middle Ages – a wonderful finale to your time in this magical place. I suggest you carry a small flashlight in your pocket.Rothenberg Night Watchman on his entertaining and informative rounds through the darkness. Follow him through dark alleyways and across dimly lit squares and enjoy the special mood of the town at night. Listen to his stories and find out how the people lived in the Middle Ages – a wonderful finale to your time in Rothenberg.
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We will leave Rothenberg at 8 AM. The ride to Regensburg is 2 hours. There we will visit the “Smiling Angel” in St. Peter’s Cathedral and the Devil and his Grandmother in the back of the church! You will also have time to explore some of its markets.
You will also have time for an ‘on your own lunch’ at the over 500-year-old historical Wurstkuchl by the Old Stone Bridge. We will leave at 1 PM and head to Oberndorf, which is 3 hours away. If possible, we will watch a movie on the way. On arrival, we will visit the place where Silent Night was composed, learn about the people for whom Gruber wrote, and even give you time to karaoke with Elvis, if you so wish.
We will eat dinner together in the village at 6 PM and then head out to Salzburg where we will stay for the next two nights.
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We will go into Salzburg at 10 AM, and begin the day with a guide on a walking tour of the city; after which you will have plenty of time to explore the markets and attend Mass if you wish at the Cathedral.
Be sure and listen to the many small concerts that will be held on the steps of the Cathedral during the day.
Dinner is on your own.
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We will leave Salzburg at 8:30 AM to go to Ludwig’s famous Neuschwanstein Castle [Visit there or his father’s castle], and spend some time in the village.
After which, we will go to Oberammergau and check in to our hotel where we will be for the next two nights.
Dinner is on your own; May I suggest a very nice brewery/restaurant called Ammergauer Maxbrau, that makes its own beer.
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Treat yourself to the quaintness of this Bavarian village with its many wood-carving shops and decorated houses. And prepare your heart for the arrival of Krampus, the dark companion of St Nicholas who ferrets out naughty children the night before Nicholas arrives.
Every adolescent and their father in Oberammergau dress as Krampus, and they begin running around the town mid-afternoon while the children taunt them.
Toward the end of the evening, all Krampus’ band together and lead the procession that brings Nicholas in. It is a hoot. Dinner is at the Post Hotel at 6:30 PM
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We will leave Oberammergau at 9 AM and travel to Innsbruck, a small city surrounded by mountains and the capital of the Austrian state of Tirol, which is a little over an hour away.
On arrival, we will go to the top of the city for a panoramic view, and then check into the Hotel Innsbruck. Afterwards I will take you on a walking tour of the Kiebachgasse where Fairy-tale characters, such as Rapunzel peer down from the windows. Later you can grab Kiachln, Advent doughnuts, served hot, with cranberry sauce and visit the markets, the most romantic of which are in the Altstadt.
At dusk, trumpeters play carols on the 500-year-old porch of The Golden Roof. Dinner is on your own.
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Tyrolean Folk Museum or Hafelkar
Today is a free day. Visit the city’s Tyrolean Folk Museum, Maximillian’s tomb, or ride the Funicular up the Nordkette to the top of the Hafelkar for views of twinkling city lights and snow-tipped peaks.
Or you may elect to travel through the Alps to the Italian town of Bolzano [previously Austrian Bozen] at an additional expense to experience an Italian market.
We will meet for dinner at 6:45, which will be at the Ottoburg Restaurant, at 7 PM. It is in one of the oldest buildings in town.
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The ride to Munich is about 2 hours. Holiday Music will accompany us on the way.
On arrival, we will check into our hotel, followed by a guided city tour., which will include being blessed By the Christ Child for 5 cents euro! Afterwards, you can enjoy the markets. For those who feel they need a break from the markets, there is much to see within walking distance of the city itself. You may also choose to have lunch at the Ratskeller, which is a Bavarian treat.
Afterward, we will check in at the hotel and choose a time when those who wish can walk back into town for Mass at the Cathedral at 6 PM and/or go to the Hofbrauhaus for an on-your-own dinner and an experience you will never forget!
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The morning is free
Our bus departs in time for our flight at Munich Airport.
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Reiterlesmarkt in Rothenburg
The Christmas Market in , called Reiterlesmarkt, is held beneath the twin towers and the illuminated choir windows of the St.James Church and surrounded by all the beautiful ancient houses. There is a very special atmosphere, full of tranquil and friendly
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Käthe Wohlfahrt's Christmas Village
Käthe Wohlfahrt's Christmas Village is located in the center of the romantic medieval town of Rothenburg, just off the Market Square. An area of over 16,000 sq. ft.is used to display items of almost every type of traditional German Christmas. The "Christm
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Christkindlesmarkt in Nuernberg
The Nuremberg Christkindlesmarkt, one of Germany's oldest Christmas markets dates back to 1628. Vendors in a small village of wooden stalls on the central square are offering unique handcrafts and gifts. Meet the locals while enjoying grilled sausages, sweet roasted almonds, and mulled wine. You might even see the "Christkindle".
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Salzburg
Salzburg is world-famous for many things. Mozart's birthplace, setting for the musical The Sound of Music, and hosting each year the prominent Salzburg Music and Drama Festival. The splendor and well-preserved Barrock architecture of the once-powerful Bishopric city is a perfect backdrop to experience this centerstage of culture and added it to the list of UNESCO World Heritage sites.
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Mozart's House
The celebrated composer, Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, was born on the third floor of the "Hagenauer House" Getreidegasse 9, on January 27, 1756. A museum is now welcoming you into the original rooms containing historical instruments, including Mozart's violin and clavichord. Documents, memorabilia, and portraits painted during his lifetime are reflecting his life in Salzburg.
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Oberammergau
If Oberammergau would not have the reputation it has it could have been one of the most quiet places among numerous others in the Alps. But its tradition made it that well-known.This tradition does apply to handicraft, to history up to the legends and s
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Innsbruck
The capital of Tyrol has a most picturesque backdrop: nestled in the beautiful deep valley of the River Inn, between the scenic mountains.
This strategic position determined the city's history and became an important arena of the Habsburg dynasty, leaving treasures to be visited today behind.
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Linderhof
At about the same time as first castle Neuschwanstein was being planned. King of Bavaria, King Ludwig II was taken by the idea of turning his father's tiny hunting lodge of Linderhof into something grander. The first plan was of a huge palace in the Byzan
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Hofbräu Festhalle
The counterpart to the Hofbraeuhaus located in the city of Munich is also a huge tourist attraction at the Wiesn.
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Note: Listed priced activities are offered as optional excursion package, listed highlights may be require entrance fees to access that can be paid for locally and may be subject to availability and holiday closures.
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