Enjoy strolling around The Big Ben, admire the Buckingham Palace, meeting celebrities at Madam Tussauds, enjoying cruise ride across the English Channel - just some of the things we've included on this grand tour. With it, visit cities like Amsterdam, Brussels, Paris, Germany, Innsbruck, Switzerland, Milan, and Venice! Cruises rides, adventure parks, palaces, villages, hilltops, towers, and churches, this holiday is sure going to be a memorable experience. It's a 15-day Europen high you are never going to recover from. We thoroughly enjoyed making it possible. Hope you enjoy it too!
INCLUSIONS:
Services of an experienced MakeMyTrip tour manager
Accommodation in double/twin-bedded rooms in hotels stated in itinerary or similar
Meals, coach tours, transfers, entrance fees, sightseeing tours and surface transportation as indicated in the itinerary
Stay at handpicked hotels to suit your comfort and convenience of location
Travel in comfort aboard climate-controlled luxury coaches
Enjoy extended continental breakfasts every morning
Enjoy Indian lunches and dinners in Mainland Europe
Enjoy in-room dining in Italy and Switzerland
Two exciting days in London
Visit to Madam Tussauds Wax Museum
City tours of London, Brussels, Paris, Innsbruck, Zurich, Lucerne, Milan, Venice, Lugano, and Rome
Overnight cruise from Great Britain to Netherlands a across the English Channel
Canal Cruise tour of Amsterdam city
Photo stop at a unique windmill of Netherlands
Visit to a traditional wooden shoe factory of Netherlands, with a special demonstration
Visit to Keukenhof Tulip Gardens in Netherlands (tours before mid May)
Visit to Madurodam, the miniature city of Holland at The Hague (tours after mid-May)
Photo-stop at the Atomium in Brussels
Visit to Disneyland (Paris), Eiffel Tower, and River Seine Cruise
Visit to Black Forest region of Germany
Cuckoo Clocks demo at Hofgut Sternen
Visit to Swarovski Crystal Museum and showroom at Wattens, near Innsbruck
Visit to Vaduz, in Liechtenstein - the 6th smallest country in the world
Accommodation for 4 nights in Switzerland
Excursion to Mt Titlis on the famous Rotair, Ice Flyer Ride and visit to snow park
Shop at the famous Bucherer for Swiss watches, jewellery and souvenirs
Drive past Bellinzona, the capitol of Ticino and its cultural centre
Visit the Swiss miniature on the shore of Lake Lugano
Private boat transfers to (and from) San Marco in Venice
Visit to Murano glass-factory
Visit the Ferrari Gallery at Maranello
Walking tour of Florence with photo-stop at Ponte Vecchio - the most famous bridge of Florence
Visit to Campo Dei Miracoli in Pisa, the Leaning Tower of Pisa, the Cathedral and the Baptistery
Visit the Vatican City - the smallest country in the world
ITINERARY
DAY 1: ARRIVAL IN LONDON
Arrive in London to a warm welcome. A charming city with a royal heritage, incredible wealth of history, culture and exciting attractions, there is no better place than London to begin this Grand Tour. Upon arrival, enjoy some free time to unwind from your flight relaxing at the hotel followed by a comfortable overnight stay.
Meals: Dinner
DAY 2: LONDON CITY TOUR | VISIT TO MADAM TUSSAUDS
After breakfast today, take a guided city tour of London. See sights such as Buckingham Palace, Piccadilly Circus, Regent Street, Oxford Street, Marble Arch, Hyde Park, Regent Park, Trafalgar Square, The Big Ben, The Houses of Parliament, Westminster Abbey, London Eye, Tower of London, Tower Bridge, St. Paul's Cathedral, and 10 Downing Street (the Prime Minister's residence). Thereafter, visit Madam Tussaud's Wax Museum. In the evening, board an overnight cruise headed to the shores of Netherlands, which is a unique cruising experience that you aren't ever going to forget.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
DAY 3: NETHERLANDS
After breakfast, transfer to Amsterdam. On arrival, enjoy a traditional canal cruise. After the cruise, visit a shoe-making factory and witness a free demonstration of the making of authentic Dutch wooden shoes. After the demonstration, take a photo-stop at a windmill, one of the most distinctive sights in the Netherlands.
For tours between late March and mid-May: Proceed to Keukenhof, the world's largest Tulip garden. It attracts over a million visitors - in a mere eight weeks - who come to see the vibrant flowers (tulips, daffodils, and many more) in full bloom.
For tours after mid-May: Visit Madurodam, which is a beautiful miniature model of a typical Dutch town, downsized in the ratio of 1:25. It contains famous miniature landmarks, which are absolute copies of the real ones.
After your tour, enjoy a comfortable overnight stay at your hotel.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
DAY 4: CITY TOURS OF BRUSSELS & PARIS, EIFFEL TOWER VISIT, OPT.: LE LIDO SHOW & ILLUMINATION TOUR
After breakfast, take an orientation tour of Brussels, the capital of the European Union. On arrival, begin your orientation tour seeing sights, such as Grand Place, City Museum, Town Hall, House of the Dukes of Brabant, Manneken Pis, Royal Palace, Royal Park, Palace of Justice and the Museum of Fine Arts. Thereafter, enjoy a photo-stop at the Atomium, which was built for the 1958 World Fair. Afterwards, proceed to Paris. On arrival, take a city orientation tour. Visit the Eiffel Tower. On arrival at your hotel, check in and enjoy your day at leisure OR embark on the optional Illumination Tour of Paris, which includes a drive past the famous monuments and buildings of Paris at night. Then, experience a famous night show in Paris called Lido De Paris. Finally, return to your hotel for a comfortable overnight stay.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
DAY 5: PARIS - RIVER SEINE CRUISE & VISIT TO DISNEYLAND
After breakfast today enjoy a cruise ride over River Seine. Later enjoy an adventurous and fun-filled day at Disneyland Paris, where you can enjoy many thrilling rides and fascinating shows. Meet your favourite cartoon characters and enjoy the jovial atmosphere with your whole family. The resort offers a plethora of attractions and theme parades from the wonderful world of Disney; followed by a comfortable overnight stay at the hotel.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
DAY 6: PARIS - GERMANY | BLACK FOREST WITH CUCKOO CLOCKS
After breakfast today, proceed to the scenic Black Forest in the southwest region of Germany. The Black Forest is one of the biggest and best known holiday regions in Germany. Also take a stop at Hofgut Sternen in the heart of the Black Forest to witness how the famous (original) Cuckoo Clocks of Hofgut Sternen are made. Return to Zurich after your tour for a comfortable overnight stay at your hotel.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
DAY 7: ONTO INNSBRUCK - CAPITAL OF TYROL - SWAROVSKI CRYSTAL MUSEUM AND SHOWROOM
After breakfast, proceed to Innsbruck, the capital of Tyrol. Nestled amidst snow-capped mountains, the city of Innsbruck is spread out along the banks of the River Inn. On arrival, take an orientation tour, seeing sights such as Goldenes Dachl - Golden Roof, Hofburg, Hofkirsche, St. Anne's Column, Stadtturm, Triumphpforte, and Helblinghaus. Thereafter, visit the Swarovski Crystal museum & showroom at Wattens to take a look precision-cut lead crystal glass products. You shop here to your heart's delight surrounded by the largest Swarovski Crystal collection. Finally, return to your hotel for a comfortable overnight stay.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
DAY 8: VADUZ - SWITZERLAND | ORIENTATION TOUR OF ZURICH
After breakfast, visit the city of Vaduz in landlocked alpine country of Liechtenstein, the 6th smallest in the world. This capital city has many surviving medieval, Gothic, and Baroque structures. Then, transfer to Switzerland, a landlocked country in the cultural and geographical centre of Europe. Later on, continue our journey to take an orientation tour of Zurich including sights such as Bahnhofstrasse, the Gross Munster, the Frau Munster, the Rathaus and St. Peter's Church. With a diameter of 8.7 metres (28 feet), the clock face of St. Peter's Church is the largest in all of Europe. Enjoy a comfortable overnight stay at the hotel.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
DAY 9: SWITZERLAND (OPTIONAL TOUR OF JUNGFRAUJOCH & INTERLAKEN WITH INDIAN LUNCH)
After breakfast today, enjoy the day at leisure. Else, take an optional tour to Jungfraujoch, often referred to as 'Top of Europe', and the charming town of Interlaken. Tourists are often amazed at the scenic splendor they witness from the 'Cog-Wheel' train, which climbs up to a height of 11333 feet to reach Jungfraujoch. After enjoying superb views of Switzerland from atop Jungfraujoch, drive to Interlaken, a world famous Swiss town located in the Bernese Oberland Mountains between the lakes of Thun and Brienz. Finally, return to the hotel for a comfortable overnight stay.
Meals: Breakfast and dinner
DAY 10: SWITZERLAND - MT. TITLIS & VISIT TO LUCERNE
After breakfast, take a trip to Mt. Titlis. The last leg of the ride to Mt. Titlis is on the famous Rotair, the world's first revolving cable car. From atop Mt. Titlis, enjoy breathtaking views of the Alps and a thrilling ride on the famous 'Ice Flyer' (weather permitting). Afterwards, proceed to Lucerne, a beautiful city on the northern tip of Lake Lucerne. Here, witness the Lion Monument called Lowendenkmal. Thereafter, stroll along the banks of Lake Lucerne to witness attractions like the Kapellbrucke (The Chapel Bridge) and the Spreuerbrucke, two traditional wooden bridges of Lucerne. Then, enjoy shopping at the famous "Bucherer" for Swiss watches, jewelry and souvenirs. Finally, return to the hotel for a comfortable overnight stay.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
DAY 11: SWITZERLAND - BELLINZONA, SWISS MINIATURE & LUGANO
After breakfast, travel to the beautiful canton of Ticino. This is the only Italian speaking region south of the Alps. Ticino offers an extraordinary variety of scenery. The majestic Lake Maggiore forms a natural boundary with Italy. Driving through the longest road tunnel in Switzerland, the 17-km long Saint Gotthard; we drive past Bellinzona, the capital of Ticino and its cultural centre.
Hereafter we take you to the Swiss miniature - an open-air miniature park located in Melide, on the shores of Lake Lugano. In an area of 14,000 sq. metre visitors can admire more than 120 models of important buildings, monuments and means of transportation at scale of 1:25. You will also have time to soak in the relaxed atmosphere of the colorful city of Lugano, famously called the Monte Carlo of Switzerland. Nestled along the banks of lake Lugano, this scenic city is the heart of the Italian speaking region of the country. Besides being the commercial hub of the south, Lugano is also home to some famous historic monuments and museums. Later proceed to the hotel for a comfortable overnight stay.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
DAY 12: MILAN CITY TOUR | VISIT TO VENICE (CITY OF CANALS
After breakfast, begin your orientation tour. See places such as the breathtaking Duomo & its magnificent square; Milan's Cathedral, the third largest church in the world; Scala Museum and Theatre; Galleria Vittorio Emanuele, which is a double-arcade in the center of Milan and connects two of Milan's most famous landmarks: The Duomo and the Teatro Alla Scala. Return to your hotel after the tour for a comfortable overnight stay.
Thereafter, depart for Venice. Venice is built on 180 islands that are connected by over 400 bridges with hundreds of canals crisscrossing the town. Enjoy a city tour witnessing sights such as Bridge of Sighs, the Ducale Palace, St. Mark's Basilica, the Clock tower and the Murano Glass showroom. Finally, return to the hotel for a comfortable overnight stay.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch & dinner
DAY 13: VISIT TO FERRARI GALLERY | TOUR OF FLORENCE
After a hearty breakfast, proceed to Maranello to visit the Ferrari Gallery. This two-storey museum exhibits a bevy of racing cars that were driven by great Ferrari drivers such as Gilles Villeneuve, Froilan Gonzales, Rubens Barrichello and Michael Schumacher among many others. Thereafter, depart for Florence. Upon arrival, embark on a walking tour to see beautiful attractions, such as the Cathedral of Santa Maria Del Fiore, Campanile & Baptistery and the Duomo Square. Enjoy some free time in Piazza Della Signoria to view Palazzio Vecchio, the Loggia Dei Lanzi and the Fountain of Neptune. Other sights on the tour include the courtyard of the Uffizi gallery and Ponte Vecchio, which is the oldest and the most famous bridge of Florence. Thereafter, drive to Piazzale Michelangelo for a breathtaking bird's eye view of Florence. Mark an end to your day with a comfortable overnight stay at the hotel.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch & dinner
DAY 14: VISIT TO LEANING TOWER OF PISA | ROME CITY TOUR | VISIT TO VATICAN CITY
After breakfast, visit the historic city of Pisa. Pisa is famous for its architectural beauty. On arrival, visit the Campo Dei Miracoli and enjoy stunning views of the Leaning Tower of Pisa, the Cathedral and the Baptistery of Pisa. From here, drive to Rome, the ETERNAL CITY and a theatre of European history. Rome offers a glimpse of many different eras of civilization. A site of major historic events, it has also been the cultural centre of Europe for more than one and a half millennia.
take a guided city tour of Rome to witness sights, such as the Colosseum, Arc of Constantine, Roman Forum and Caesar's Forum. Also drive past the Venice Square to experience the stark contrast between the architecture of the traditional Palazzio Venezia and the modern Victor Emmanuel Monument. Then visit the Trevi Fountain, and drive past Palatino hill to witness Santa Maria Maggiore Church. From here, move on to the Vatican City, the smallest country in the world. Take a guided tour to see the Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel, and St. Peter's Basilica. Also stroll among the famous colonnades of the St. Peter's Square to mark a perfect ending to your tour of the Vatican City. Finally, return to the hotel in the evening for a comfortable overnight stay.
Due to coach and traffic regulations and the heritage status of the city of Rome, the city tour of Rome may be subject to change.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch & dinner
DAY 15: ROME - DEPARTURE
After breakfast, bid good bye to Rome and Europe. Time to board your flight back home.
Meals: Breakfast
HOTEL DETAILS
IBIS PADOVA
City: Padova
Nestled in a suburb of Padua, Hotel Ibis Padova is a 20-minute drive from the center of the city and 2.5 miles from the Fiera di Padova exhibition center. The hotel is just 45 minutes drive away from the airport. The hotel is ornately built and the rooms are quite clean and well maintained. The staff at the hotel are friendly and at the same time polite and courteous. The hotel features 135 airconditioned rooms, including two for guests with limited mobility.
Hotel Facilities
Restaurant | Bar | 24-Hour Front Desk | Newspapers | Non-Smoking Rooms | Rooms/Facilities for Disabled Guests | Elevator | Safe | Soundproofed Rooms | Heating | Baggage Storage | Air Conditioning | Restaurant With Dining Menu | Snack Bar | Meeting/Banquet Facilities | Business Center | Laundry | Currency Exchange | Shoe Shine | Fax/Photocopying
Room Amenities
The three star hotel offers its patrons 143 well furnished and spacious rooms. All the rooms are air-conditioned and tastefully decorated keeping in mind the guests’ comforts.
Air conditioning | Cable/satellite television channels | Climate control | Complimentary newspaper | Direct-dial phone | Fax machine | Hair dryer (on request) | In-room safe | Soundproofed rooms | Wireless high-speed Internet access (surcharge)
Internet: Wi-Fi Internet Access (chargeable) | Parking:Available Free of Charge
STENA LINE CRUISE
City: Cruise
As a leading ferry service, Stena Line is well-known for its speedy, low fare cruises in the Netherlands, Britain, and Ireland. It has an extensive network and offers its customers, immense flexibility and choices. Excellent service, and great value for money, Stena Line is the best way to discover Europe from the ocean waters.
Cruise Facilities
Stena Line Cruises feature state of the art dining and entertainment facilities that include a spa, lounges, and restaurants that serve fresh and tasty meals.
BON ALPINA
City: Innsbruck
Hotel Bon Alpina offers free parking in the village centre of Igls. The cable car to the Patscherkofel Olympic Ski Area is only a few minutes' walk away. This family-run hotel consists of 3 connected buildings, which surround an indoor pool and a heated outdoor pool with a sunbathing lawn. There are 2 saunas, a solarium, and a fitness room. Hotel Bon Alpina also features a restaurant, a traditional Tyrolean lounge, and a children's playroom. The public areas offer free Wi-Fi access.
A bus stop is in front of the Bon Alpina Hotel. In about 15 minutes the bus takes you to Innsbruck, which is 4 km away.
Hotel Facilities
24-Hour Front Desk | Newspapers | Non-Smoking Rooms | Elevator | Express Check-In/Check-Out | Safety Deposit Box | Heating | Luggage Storage | Ski Storage | All Public and Private spaces non-smoking | Room Service | Breakfast in the Room | Shoe Shine | Packed Lunches | Fax/Photocopying | Shuttle Service (surcharge) | Special Diet Menus (on request)
Recreational Facilities
Sauna | Fitness Centre | Golf Course (within 3 km) | Skiing | Games Room | Solarium | Spa & Wellness Centre | Massage | Children's Playground | Billiards | Table Tennis | Library | Hiking | Cycling | Turkish/Steam Bath | Indoor Swimming Pool | Outdoor Swimming Pool | Outdoor Swimming Pool (all year) | Indoor Swimming Pool (all year)
Room Amenities
Rooms: Double | Single
Bar and Lounge: Comfortable bar and spacious lounge for coffee and cakes
Internet: Free Wi-Fi Internet | Parking: Free Parking
HOTEL TERRACE
City: Engelberg
Set in a majestic mountain landscape in Engelberg, this Art Nouveau hotel was built in 1903. It offers numerous eating venues, 24-hour reception, free public Wi-Fi and free parking. All en-suite rooms at Hotel Terrace are equipped with TVs and telephones. The restaurant offers an impressive view of the famous Mount Titlis. Guests can also enjoy the view from the winter garden on colder days. The Belle Epoque Restaurant serves a 4-course-meal in summer and various themed dinner buffets on winter evenings. There is a bar offering cocktail drinks as well as a bar with fine whiskeys and cigars.
The free, historic cable car runs from the village up to the Hotel Terrace in 3 minutes. The ski shuttle bus will take guests free of charge from the train station to the Titlis Valley Station, which is a 20-minute walk from the Terrace Hotel.
Room Amenities
Rooms: Economy Twin | Superior Plus | Standard
Shower | Hairdryer | Toilet | Bathroom | TV | Telephone | Radio | Wake Up Service/Alarm Clock
Dining
1 Restaurant | 2 bars
Belle Epoque Restaurant: 4-course meals and themed-dinners
Bars: Cocktail Drinks Fine Whiskeys, and Cigars
Internet: Free Wi-Fi Internet | Parking: Free parking
I GRAPPOLI
City: Lugano
The hotel has 33 rooms with balcony, toilet and shower. The hotel is located in a very quiet and sunny area next to a huge park. It has an outdoor swimming pool for kids, swimming pool 25 x 15 m. Restaurant with Mediterranean cuisine. Perfect spots for families and for persons who want to relax.
The hotel is wheelchair accessible.
Hotel Facilities
Restaurant | Bar | Garden | Terrace | Non-Smoking Rooms | Rooms/Facilities for Disabled Guests |
Children's Playground | Billiards | Table Tennis | Room Service | Laundry | Ironing Service | Bicycle Rental | Packed Lunches | Fax/Photocopying
Room Amenities
Safety Deposit Box | Shower | Hairdryer | Toilet | TV | Telephone | Radio | Satellite TV | Refrigerator | Wake Up Service/Alarm Clock | Balcony
Internet: Wi-Fi Internet at a charge | Parking: Free Parking Available
QUALITY LONDON WEMBLEY
City: London
Quality Hotel Wembley is a 15-minute tube-ride from central London, and just a 5-minute walk from Wembley Park Underground Station. It has free on-site parking, and is a 5-minute walk from Wembley Stadium, Wembley Arena and X Factor Studios. There is a bar with a 50-inch LCD TV showing Sky Sports and ESPN channels, and Empire restaurant serves a selection of international cuisine. Free Wi-Fi access for 15 minutes is available per room, per day. The air-conditioned bedrooms at Quality Hotel Wembley have both a bath and shower and rooms with disabled facilities can be requested. With easy access into central London by tube, makes it an ideal location for business clients and for leisure visitors looking to explore London's attractions, theatres, shopping and nightlife. A free tour of London departs twice daily from the hotel, and a free map of London and a sightseeing discount card are also included. Outside of the congestion charge zone, the hotel is a 20-minute drive from Heathrow Airport. Wembley Park Underground Station provides easy access to both Kings Cross and the Eurostar at St. Pancras International Station. Park Royal Business Park and Wembley Business Park are 5 minutes' drive away.
Hotel Facilities
Restaurant| Bar| 24-Hour Front Desk| Non-Smoking Rooms| Rooms/Facilities for Disabled Guests| Elevator| Express Check-In/Check-Out| Safety Deposit Box| Heating| Luggage Storage| All Public and Private spaces non-smoking| Air-Conditioning| Restaurant (Ã la carte)| Snack Bar| Room Service| Meeting/Banquet Facilities| Business Centre| Laundry| Dry Cleaning| Breakfast in the Room| Ironing Service| Currency Exchange| Car Hire| Fax/Photocopying| Trouser Press| Vending Machine (drinks)
Internet: Internet via modem is available in the hotel rooms and costs GBP 6 per hour| Parking Facility: Free Private Parking Available
Check-in Time: From 2:00 PM | Check-out Time: Until 11:00 AM
Conferences & Banquets
Meeting/Banquet Facilities| Business Centre
BEST WESTERN HOTEL HOFGUT STERNEN
City: Black Forest
This hotel is situated in a typical building of this region of the Black Forest, not far from Hinterzarten. Explore the breath-taking scenery with the valleys and ravines romantic gullies. Experience the Black Forest close up along one of the many hiking trails of the region.
Hotel Facilities
Restaurant | Bar | Terrace | Non-Smoking Rooms | Rooms/Facilities for Disabled Guests | Family Rooms | Elevator | Safety Deposit Box | Chapel/Shrine | Heating | Shops in Hotel | Skiing | Children's Playground | Hiking | Room Service | Meeting/Banquet Facilities | Laundry Service | Breakfast in the Room | Currency Exchange | Souvenirs/Gift Shop | Bicycle Rental | Shoe Shine | Packed Lunches | Fax/Photocopying
Room Amenities
Rooms: Double | Single | Family | Deluxe Single | Comfort Double | Deluxe Double
Shower | Bathtub | Hairdryer | TV | Radio | Internet Access | Telephone
Dining
2 Restaurants | 1 Bar | 1 Sun Terrace
The Hotel has two restaurants. While one specialises in international cuisines, the other serves from a superb Mediterranean menu.
Internet: Free Wi-Fi Internet | Parking: Free Parking
BEST WESTERN HOTEL GIARDINO D'EUROPA
City: Rome
Located by the exit 21/22 of Rome's GRA orbital road, Hotel Giardino d'Europa offers a free scheduled shuttle to/from Anagnina Metro Station and Ciampino Airport. It features an outdoor pool, a restaurant and free parking. Free Wi-Fi, air conditioning and a flat-screen TV are standard in all rooms at the Giardino d'Europa. Each has a private bathroom equipped with a hairdryer and toiletry set. Breakfast is buffet style, with a choice of cold meats, sweet pastries and cereals. The restaurant serves both international dishes and Italian favourites.
Ciampino Airport is just 4 km away, and it is a 25-minute metro ride from Anagnina to Termini Train Station in the centre of Rome.
Hotel Facilities
24-Hour Front Desk | Newspapers | Garden | Terrace | Non-Smoking Rooms | Elevator | Express Check-In/Check-Out | Safety Deposit Box | Heating | Luggage Storage | Air Conditioning | Outdoor Swimming Pool | Room Service | Meeting/Banquet Facilities | Airport Shuttle | Laundry | Ironing Service | Tour Desk | Fax/Photocopying | Shuttle Service (free)
Room Amenities
Rooms: Single | Double | Triple | Quadruple
Air Conditioning | Work Desk | Heating | Shower | Hairdryer | Bathroom Amenities | Toilet | Bathroom | Telephone | Radio | Satellite TV | Mini bar | Balcony
Dining
The hotel has a bar and ac restaurant.
Internet: Free Wi-Fi Internet Access | Parking: Free Parking Available
DIAMOND
City: Antwerp
This hotel lies in a calm neighbourhood in the centre of Antwerp, close to the city park. It offers comfortable accommodation with flat-screen TV and free Wi-Fi throughout the hotel. The Antwerp Diamond Hotel offers spacious guest rooms with modern bathrooms. They are decorated with bright colours and come with a fridge and a tea/coffee maker. Every morning, an extensive breakfast is served in the restaurant which features a terrace. The nearby area offers a wide range of restaurants for dinner.
Charlottalei tram stop is 50 metres away, offering easy access to the Meir Shopping area and the rest of Antwerp. Central Train Station and Antwerp Zoo are just 850 metres away.
Hotel Facilities
Bar | 24-Hour Front Desk | Terrace | Non-Smoking Rooms | Elevator | Heating | Luggage Storage |
Meeting/Banquet Facilities | Breakfast in the Room | Currency Exchange | Shoe Shine | Fax/Photocopying
Room Amenities
Rooms: Twin | Triple
Work Desk | Seating Area | Shower | Toilet | Bathroom | Telephone | Radio | Cable TV | LCD /Plasma /Flat-screen TV | Tea/Coffee Maker | Wake up Service
Dining
1 Restaurant
The hotel has one restaurant with a terrace that serves buffet breakfasts.
Internet: Free Wi-Fi Internet | Parking: Available at EUR 15 per day
MERCURE PARIS ORLY
City: Paris
The Mercure Paris Orly hotel is magnificence redefined. The hotel is strategically located at a distance of 13 kms from Paris (neither too close nor too far), the fashion capital of the world. The 4-star hotel is just 800 meters away from the Orly airport terminals. The guestrooms at the hotel are exquisitely tasteful in decorations and are quite spacious. The hotle provides its patrons with a second free shuttle that takes guests to and from the nearby Belle Epine shopping centre.
Hotel Facilities
Restaurant | Bar | 24-Hour Front Desk | Newspapers | Garden | Non-Smoking Room | Rooms/Facilities for Disabled Guest | Elevator | Safety Deposit Box | Luggage Storage | Room Service | Meeting/Banquet Facilities | Airport Shuttle | Babysitting/Child Services | Laundry | Dry Cleaning | Breakfast in the Room | Ironing Service | Currency Exchange | Fax/Photocopying | Shuttle Service (free)
Room Amenities
Mercure Paris Orly offers its patron a choice from 190 well resourced rooms. The rooms at Mercure Paris Orly are ornately decorated and duly fitted. The rooms are spacious and are provided with comfortable beds and modern furniture.
Alarm clock | Bathrobes | Bidet | Blackout drapes/curtains | Desk | Hair dryer | In-room safe | Iron/ironing board (on request) | Makeup/shaving mirror | Wake-up calls | Climate control | Coffee/tea maker | Complimentary newspaper | Fax machine | Pay movies | Satellite television service | Television | Internet access (complimentary) | Voice mail
InternetFree Wi-fi Internet | Parking Available at EUR 14 per day
Lugano is a beautiful Swiss town situated where River Cassarate enters Lugano Lake, between the scenic mountains of Bre and San Salvatore. It is an international city, and a melting pot of European culture. Lugano is a town of villas and sacred buildings, parks and flowers, picturesque boulevards and stunning views of the lake and the Alps, along with plenty of opportunity for outdoor and indoor activities. So, when in Lugano, visit the Swiss Miniature Village, the Ciani Park, the beautiful Old Town, the Hermann Hesse Museum, the Cantonal Art Museum, and the San Salvatore and Bre funicular.
Part of a temperate micro-climate, Lugano offers palm trees, pictorial boulevards, dramatic views of the lake and the Alps, and plenty of prospects for outdoor and indoor activities. Lugano also makes a good base for visiting other cities and sites in the area. The city is a pleasant place to relax in the summertime and is only half an hour away from Lake Como.
Lugano City by the Lake Lugano Lake and Monte Bre Lugano Lake Lugano Lugano View from Above
CRUISE
PARIS
Paris is the ultimate cosmopolitan capital, and is a city like no other. Popularly known as The City of Lights, it is much more than that! Home to historical and cultural wonders like the Louvre, Eiffel Tower, and Notre Dame Cathedral and the hub of fashion haute coutre, it has something for everyone, throughout the year.
Located in the Northern part of the country on the River Seine, Paris has the reputation of being the most beautiful and romantic of all cities, brimming with historic associations and remaining vastly influential in the realms of culture, art, fashion, food and design. The heart of Europe, it throbs its way into people's inner sanctums, romancing them, making them love it. Paris (Pah-Ree to the locals) makes you indulge, fulfilling your desires and stimulating your senses. Paris is a city that never sleeps, and is a stunning contrast of decadence and vitality, of old-world charm and avant-garde restlessness. From vibrant gay and lesbian outbursts to avant garde theatre, Paris has it all - a dream destination which has to be visited at least once in a lifetime!
Paris Arc de Triomphe Paris Eiffel Tower Paris Louvre Museum Paris Notre Dame Cathedral Paris River Senne
PISA
World famous for its not-so-straight bell tower, Pisa is a quaint little town in Tuscany, central Italy, lying at the junction of the Arno and Serchio Rivers in the Ligurian Sea. However, there is much more to this city than the Leaning Tower, or Torro Pendente. Pisa is filled with many other architectural and cultural wonders, such as the Camp del Miracoli, Duomo di Pisa, Battistero, Campo Santo Monumentale, Museo del Opera del Duomo, Museo delle Sinopie, Piazza dei Cavalieri, Palazzo della Carovana, Palazzo dell'Orologio, Chiesa di Santo Stefano, Church of San Rocco, Palazzo Carovana, Palazzo dei Dodici, Piazza Garibaldi, Ponte di Mezzo, the Ussero Cafe, Giardino Scotto, and La Cittadella.
Pisa Arno River Pisa Piazza dei Miracoli Pisa Cathedral and Baptistry Pisa Leaning Tower of Pisa Pisa Santa Maria della Spina
LONDON
Noisy, vibrant and truly multicultural, London is a megalopolis of people, ideas and over pouring energy. London is a melting pot of cultures, royalty, history and grandeur with a cosmopolitan edge. A timeless beauty with spectacular sights like Big Ben, the Buckingham Palace, the Tower of London, St. Paul's Cathedral, the Westminster Abbey and the London Eye, London city is exhilarating and intimidating. London possesses a global essence as well as an age old charm. Its unique beauty lies in its cobbled streets and old buildings and the medley of people, cuisines and lifestyle, which also makes it one of the most modern cities in the world.
A city of many faces, at London, you will never get bored. A city with such schizophrenic traits can be nothing short of the extraordinary to explore.
Buckingham Palace London Hyde Park London Tower Bridge London Eye Piccadilly Circus
PADOVA
Padova, Padua in English, is a city located in north-eastern Italy and serves as the capital of the Padova province. It is a picturesque old city and a major economic and communication hub of the area. Situated on the Bacchiglione River, Padova is criss-crossed by a dense network of arcaded streets and several bridges. The Euganean Hills sprawl on south-western part of the city, adding more to its beauty. Purportedly the oldest city in northern Italy, Padova is famous for its university, called the Riformatori dello Studio di Padova and its main building Palazoo de Bo. Established in 1222, the university houses the oldest botanical garden in the world, Orto Botanico di Padova (1545), which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
A must visit is the Saint Anthony's Cathedral, the principle landmark of Padova, which is home to some notable relics and statues. Prato della Valle is also a must visit, a glorious 90,000 metre square, that is the biggest city square in the world, and is filled with many statues and monuments. Other must visits include: Oratorio de San Giorgio Scrovegni's Chapel, Saint Giustina Basilica, the Roman ruins, Duomo, Astronomic Observatory (La Specola), Palazzo della Ragione, Belzoni Museo – Laboratio di Antichi Strumenti Scientifici and Ermitani Civic Museum. For shopping and eating you can visit the two major markets of the city, namely Piazza delle Erbe or Piazza dei Frutti and Prato della Valle. These markets have numbers of eating joints and shops selling clothes, household goods, fruits and vegetables, plants and antiques.
Padova Prato della Valle Padova Saint Anthonys Basilica Padova View at Night
ANTWERP
Known for its diamond industry, cult fashion sense, architecture, and friendly people, Antwerp is a must-see destination when visiting Europe. It is situated in the Flanders region of Belgium and is also the second-largest city of the country after Brussels. Antwerp's port is second only to Rotterdam in Europe and is an important part of city's economics. The architecture of Antwerp cannot be missed, be it the medieval fortress, churches, cathedral, museums, art galleries, statues and the charming boulevards. The old city centre is the hub of Antwerp's rich historical architecture.
ROME
As all roads lead to Rome, this city does not need an introduction. Here is one anyway. The Eternal City will always overwhelm with its sheer imperial scale - packed full of temples, residences, basilicas, churches, squares, parks, museums and fountains - Rome is breathtaking. Whether it is the unbelievable opulence of the Vatican, or the simplicity of a trattoria serving humble fare, you will always feel the city's timelessness and millennia of rich history on the very ground you walk upon. The city has many layers that correspond to periods in its history: such as Ancient Rome, Medieval Rome, Christian Rome and Renaissance Rome to name a few. The capital of Italy, the Rome's modern layer is also quite evident, and it is dynamic and efficient, always blending the old with the new.
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INNSBRUCK
You will run into serious trouble adjusting to normal life back home after a holiday in the capital city of Tyrol. Utterly laidback, it's biggest selling point, the Alps of which the city renders unbridled views, bought us over several times over as we climbed up various spots to get photo-shots, visited all restaurants that promised beautiful panoramas overlooking them, and bought many a postcard and posters (even crystal ware depicting them!) to take back home. But you'll forget Alps soon enough as you enter city life and sit down at a terrace restaurant with your shoulders shrugged up in cold, your wind-cheaters all zipped up and watch the waiter serve you a splendid portion of cake and a delicious cuppa.
Beautiful museums, churches, palaces, and castles - it's easy to get lost discovering the city's heritage. We recommend keeping track of time and also visiting places like the Old Town, Sparkassenplatz, and Maria-Theresien-Strabe for great shopping experiences and local food. And yes, don't let the cold fool you into thinking the sun isn't hard enough. Its strength will become apparent on your face after a day of roaming around Innsbruck without wearing sunblock. So take care and enjoy!
FAST FACTS
What to pack: In winters, temperatures can plummet to as low as -10 C, so carry layers of warm clothing. Temperatures can radically change from day to day so you'll need to adapt well. A sunblock lotion 50+ SPF is a must. It's amazing to see how sunburnt you can get at such low temperatures. You'll walk a lot here so carry a bottle of water to keep you from dehydrating and wear light shoes all the time.
Main Languages: German (Main) | Austro-Bavarian | Turkish (Minority Language) | Serbian (Minority Language)
When to go: Innsbruck is cold. While in summers, only nights are freezing, in winters, temperatures stay frigid throughout the day. But we haven't seen that fact stop anyone, especially skiing enthusiasts, from taking a schuss down its slopes clad in white for some adrenaline-gushing fun. There are more reasons to be here in winters, like Bergsilvester (New Year's Eve) and Christkindlmarkt (Christmas fair), two great ways to catalogue the lifestyles and culture of locals here.
Summer, being temperate, is a little more touristy.
Local transport: The Innsbrucker Verkehrsbetriebe (IVB) provides local transport, which includes trams and buses. The tram ride to Fulpmes is a scenic experience. It's beautiful.
People staying closer to the city centre can reach most attractions on foot or at the most, by a short tram ride.
Currency: Euro | 1 Euro = INR 64 (approx)
Voltage: 230V / 50Hz
Time Zone: GMT + 2:00 Hours | IST + 3:30 Hours
Shopping: The old town, dotted with small souvenir shops, is a great place to buy things for people back home. Austrian crystal ware makes for a great buy. Other than these, there are a many shopping malls selling the usual and the unusual. You can also buy packed food like cheese, salami and lamb meat.
Sightseeing: Buy an Innsbruck-card worth 25 Euros (valid for 1 day), travel all over the city, and visit all attractions, absolutely free of cost. However, daily public transport cards (in case you aren't covering all destinations) are a better bet. They come way cheaper.
Places to visit include churches like the Hofkirche, which houses the tomb monument of King Macmillan I and the majestic St. Jacob's Cathedral. Innsbruck is dotted with palaces, castles, and museums, so prepare an itinerary beforehand to make sure you cover the places you think are worthy of a visit.
Maria-Theresien-Strabe is a beautiful place to take a walk around at and renders amazing views of the Nordkette mountain ranges. Also visit the Sparkassenplatz, a bustling urban centre to mingle with the locals and enjoy dining at a range of cafes and eateries. In summer, you'll see it come alive with open air film screenings and concerts for everyone.
Food: Visit Cafe Im Murm, built inside the ski-jump of Bergisel, for great coffee, delicious cakes and of course, amazing views of the city and its skyline.
Located where the Herzog Friedrichstrasse culminates, the Ottoburg serves delicious food in separate rooms, each designed and furnished to a different theme. The restaurant has specialty chefs, a different one dedicated to different cuisines, deserts, speciality non-vegetarian food etc.
Great food, great bier, and mesmerising city panorama, besides Cafe Im Murm, are also standard with Seegrube-Hafelekar. Stay out in the sun on the terrace and enjoy.
A superb menu of teas, coffee, and pastries and a good laidback atmosphere has made Cafe Central a favourite with many a local and tourists. Try it!
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ENGELBERG
A summer snow paradise, Mount Titlis overlooks Engelberg in Central Switzerland, and at over 10,000ft (3020m), it is the highest viewpoint in the region. Offering snow and ice all year round, it is also an alpine-sports centre, where you can ski, snowboard, and skate. The Titlis Glacier is stunningly beautiful, and attracts tourists from all over Europe. It is in fact one of the most accessible snow paradises in Switzerland, only about 1.5 hours from Lucerne, Zurich, Basil, or Berne. There is a lot to do here even for those with no inclination towards alpine sports.
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