Germany, Italy, Switzerland & France
Each one of the cities, towns, and villages on this itinerary inspires the imagination in its own unique way. The one-of-a- kind canals of Venice create a magical mood. The Black Forest in Germany evokes a world of Brothers Grimm fairy tales. Bavarian Munich proudly displays its folkloric traditions, while the dramatic mountain scenery of Adelboden sets an awe-inspiring tone. Then, visit the splendid Swiss Alps with a special stop at Our Chalet, the oldest of the five WAGGGS Centres.
The physical rating of this program is: Average: 2 (out of 3)
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Day 1: Fly overnight to Germany
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Day 2: Frankfurt • Rothenberg
Meet your Tour Director at the airport
Travel to Rothenburg
Take a tour of Rothenburg
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Day 3: Munich
Visit Neuschwanstein Castle
Travel to Munich
Take a walking tour of Munich
With your tour director you will see:- Frauenkirche
- Neues Rathaus
- Hofbräuhaus
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Day 4: Munich
Take a guided tour of Munich
With your expert local guide you will see:- Olympic Stadium
- Residenz
- Marienplatz
Visit Dachau
Add this in-depth excursion:
Munich by bike
Enjoy sightseeing highlights on two wheels during this optional excursion with Mikes Bike Tours. Bike routes are isolated from car traffic, and helmets are provided, making this two-hour bike tour a fun, safe and unique way to discover all that the city has to offer.
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Day 5: Venice
Travel via Innsbruck to Venice
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Day 6: Venice
Take a guided tour of Venice
- St. Mark’s Square
- Grand Canal
Visit the Doge's Palace
See a glass-blowing demonstration
Add this in-depth excursion:
Gondola Ride
Enjoy the ultimate Venetian experience—a gondola ride through the city's famed canals, passing by enchanting waterfront homes and under historic pedestrian bridges. -
Day 7: Adelboden
Travel via Verona to Adelboden
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Day 8: Adelboden
Take an excursion to Mount Pilatus
Enjoy free time in Lucerne
Travel by TGV train to Paris
Visit Our Chalet World Centre
- Take part in a pinning ceremony
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Day 9: Heidelberg
Travel via Rhine Falls and the Black Forest to Heidelberg
Take a tour of Heidelberg
Visit the Heidelberg Castle wine barrel
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Day 10: Depart for home
Add 3 more days
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Day 10: Strasbourg • Paris
Travel to Strasbourg
Take a guided tour of Strasbourg
Travel by TGV train to Paris
Enjoy a Swiss Folklore Evening
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Day 11: Paris • Versailles
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
Take a guided tour of Versailles
With your expert local guide you will see:- State Apartments
- Hall of Mirrors
- Gardens
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Day 12: Paris
Take a walking tour of Paris
With your tour director you will see:- Latin Quarter
Visit the Louvre
Visit Notre Dame Cathedral
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Day 13: Depart for home
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Day 1: Fly overnight to Germany
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Day 2: Frankfurt • Rothenberg
Meet your Tour Director at the airport
Travel to Rothenburg
Take a tour of Rothenburg
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Day 3: Munich
Visit Neuschwanstein Castle
Travel to Munich
Take a walking tour of Munich
With your tour director you will see:- Frauenkirche
- Neues Rathaus
- Hofbräuhaus
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Day 4: Munich
Take a guided tour of Munich
With your expert local guide you will see:- Olympic Stadium
- Residenz
- Marienplatz
Visit Dachau
Add this in-depth excursion:
Munich by bike
Enjoy sightseeing highlights on two wheels during this optional excursion with Mikes Bike Tours. Bike routes are isolated from car traffic, and helmets are provided, making this two-hour bike tour a fun, safe and unique way to discover all that the city has to offer.
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Day 5: Venice
Travel via Innsbruck to Venice
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Day 6: Venice
Take a guided tour of Venice
- St. Mark’s Square
- Grand Canal
Visit the Doge's Palace
See a glass-blowing demonstration
Add this in-depth excursion:
Gondola Ride
Enjoy the ultimate Venetian experience—a gondola ride through the city's famed canals, passing by enchanting waterfront homes and under historic pedestrian bridges. -
Day 7: Adelboden
Travel via Verona to Adelboden
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Day 8: Adelboden
Take an excursion to Mount Pilatus
Enjoy free time in Lucerne
Travel by TGV train to Paris
Visit Our Chalet World Centre
- Take part in a pinning ceremony
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Day 9: Heidelberg
Travel via Rhine Falls and the Black Forest to Heidelberg
Take a tour of Heidelberg
Visit the Heidelberg Castle wine barrel
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Day 10: Depart for home
Add 3 more days
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Day 10: Strasbourg • Paris
Travel to Strasbourg
Take a guided tour of Strasbourg
Travel by TGV train to Paris
Enjoy a Swiss Folklore Evening
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Day 11: Paris • Versailles
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
Take a guided tour of Versailles
With your expert local guide you will see:- State Apartments
- Hall of Mirrors
- Gardens
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Day 12: Paris
Take a walking tour of Paris
With your tour director you will see:- Latin Quarter
Visit the Louvre
Visit Notre Dame Cathedral
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Day 13: Depart for home
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Your experience includes
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Airfare & transportation
Round-trip airfare on major carriers; Comfortable motorcoach
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Hotels
11 overnight stays in hotels with private bathrooms
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Regional-style meals
European breakfast and dinner daily
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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.
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Guided Sightseeing
5 sightseeing tours led by expert, licensed local guides; 3 sightseeing tours led by your Tour Director; 2 walking tours
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Entrances
Bavarian castle experience; Dachau Concentration Camp Memorial Site; glass-blowing demonstration; gondola ride; Heidelberg Castle wine barrel; Strasbourg Cathedral; Versailles; Louvre
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Expert Local Guides
Your expert local guides are natural historians, adding cultural insight and global perspective on your sightseeing tours.
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Continuous Support
Your dedicated EF team helps you every step of the way—from recruiting and enrolling travelers to planning and managing your tour.
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Worldwide Presence
EF has over 500 schools and offices in more than 50 countries worldwide so wherever you go, we're there too.
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24-hour Emergency Service
Travelers and their families can count on EF's dedicated emergency service team.
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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.
