100% HIT (5 countries in one week) 8 days / 7 nights
Every city is unique. But there are places that embody the national character and typical features of the country. Visit five European cities in one week and discover culture and history of five European countries - Austria, Switzerland, Liechtenstein, France and Germany.
Day 1.Arrival at the airport of Stuttgart / Zurich. Transfer to the hotel. Free time in the town of Donaueschingen (transfer included).
Day 2.Tour to Bregenz (Austria).
Bregenz is called the "city of festivals" as a lot of events are held there including the world-famous Opera Festival, which takes place on a stage located ... right on the water of Lake Constance! You will go for a walk through the narrow streets of the Upper Town, take a look at the medieval frescoes in the St. Martin chapel and climb the Pfänder Mountain, which offers breathtaking views of Bregenz and Lake Constance.
Day 3.Trip to Liechtenstein, visit to the Rhine Falls.
The Principality of Liechtenstein is one of the European microstates. We will visit its capital Vaduz, admire its landmark - the princely castle dating back to the IX century, visit The Postage Stamp Museum, which confirms the reputation of Liechtenstein as one of the best stamps manufacturers in the world, and taste wine in the princely wine cellars. At the entrance to the town of Balzers you will be amazed by the medieval Gutenberg Castle, its impregnable walls, gabled roofs and the stunning view of the Rhine Valley and snow-capped peaks of the Alps. After the tour in Balzers you will make for "the European water miracle" - the famous Rhine Falls. The width of the seething stream is 160 m and the flow falls down from the height of 23 meters.
Day 4.Tour to Strasbourg (France).The Old Town, the Cathedral of Our Lady of Strasbourg. (Optional excursion - 90 euro)
Strasbourg is situated on the border of France and Germany and that’s why its architecture and atmosphere retain exceptional Franco-German features. Almost the entire city center is declared as UNESCO World Heritage Site. The true symbol of the city is the Cathedral of Our Lady of Strasbourg. This magnificent temple has the 142 meter high spire and is lovingly called by the Alsatians "the Pink Angel" because of its amazing red-brown sandstone lace.
Day 5.Excursion to Lucerne (Switzerland).The Kapellbrücke Bridge, the Lion Monument. (Optional excursion - 90 euro)
Lucerne is considered as a magical city, and it’s no coincidence. According to the legend its name -"Luminous" – is connected with the angel, who illuminated the path to the place, where the city was founded. Besides, there is one of the oldest European wooden covered bridges in Lucerne – the Kappelbrücke Bridge. And the Lion Monument, the famous rock carving of a dying lion, is the symbol of the city.
Day 6.Sightseeing tour to the Black Forest (Germany).
Dense coniferous forests, crystal clear lakes, nice small houses just like in a fairy tale – this is the Black Forest, one of the most beautiful places in Germany. You will go for a walk along the scenic lakeside of Titisee, take pictures of the Germany’s largest waterfall and visit the 1000 cuckoo clocks store, which were invented in the Black Forest in the 18th century.
Day 7. Tour to Constance, visit to the islands of Mainau and Reichenau (Germany).
The historical town of Constance is located on the shores of Lake Constance. There was the episcopal residence for 1200 years, that is why many temples are built here. The most famous of them is the Constance Minster, which reflects architectural traditions of different ages. Also it is worth to visit the Obermarkt square, to see unique house facade murals, the ruins of an ancient fortress and „The Imperia” statue, which is called "Statue of Liberty on the Lake." Then you can go to one of the islands located near Constance: to the "Island of Flowers" Mainau or to the Reichenau monastic island.
Day 8. Transfer to the airport of Stuttgart / Zurich.