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European Rhapsody – Start Amsterdam

11-Day European Rhapsody - Start Amsterdam Trip

  • Insight Vacations

From: $6,160

Save $0 – Twin Share (Per Person)

  • Trip Length: 11 Days
  • Trip Starts: Amsterdam
  • Trip Finishes: Venice

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Overview

Experience the finest Europe has to offer as you lose yourself on the Romantic Road in Rothenburg and satisfy your appetite in Hungary with a delightful dinner cruise in Budapest. Led by local experts, your experience will rival the aristocrats of yesteryear in the famed Carinthian Lake District. After checking in at your exclusive, private boat access hotel, dinner is served at La Fenice before twilight night caps at Cafe Florian—the premier cocktail bar in Venice. Sample a little pomp and circumstance with the Bavarian grandeur of Germany's Würzburg Residenz and in Vienna, tread in the footsteps of your local Travel Director with a chance to take a private tour of Maria Theresa's awesome Schönbrunn Palace.

Itinerary

Welcome to Amsterdam. Spend the day at leisure before meeting your Travel Director this evening. Cruise the city’s charming, tree-lined canals to explore the heart of the Old City, then gather with your fellow travellers for a delightful dinner with wine at a local restaurant.

Meals: Dinner
Accommodation: Apollo, Amsterdam

Relax with a scenic drive along the Rhine Valley to Würzburg. See the mighty Marienberg Fortress – the immense baroque palace of the Prince-Bishops and one of Germany’s most important landmarks. On arrival, visit the imposing Würzburg Residenz, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, with a Local Expert. Marvel at its intricate decorations and lavish staterooms.

Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Accommodation: Maritim, Würzburg

In the morning venture to Rothenburg ob der Tauber, the most well-preserved town on the Romantic Road. Continue east to the Czech border, passing the town of Pilsen renowned for its beer, before reaching the Golden City of Prague. In the evening, perhaps take a river cruise through the heart of the city?

Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Royal, Prague

Explore Prague with Insight Choice. Choose to walk the courtyards of the Castle and visit the imposing St. Vitus Cathedral. Alternatively, join your Local Expert through the Jewish Quarter and hear about the history, traditions and legends of the Jewish people and taste Trdelník, a traditional Czech pastry. Then, the city is all yours to explore. Perhaps rummage through the renowned antique stores or shop for the finest Bohemian crystal?

Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Royal, Prague

Start the day with a journey through the beautiful forested countryside of Bohemia. Travel to Hungary, following the River Danube to Budapest. In the evening, join a Local Expert to enjoy a scenic dinner cruise, gliding past UNESCO World Heritage Sites. The city’s spectacular night-time beauty earns it the nickname ‘Pearl of the Danube’.

Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Accommodation: Hilton Garden Inn, Budapest

Drive along the beautiful Andrassy Avenue to Heroes’ Square. Stroll through the alleys of the Old Town of Buda and admire sweeping views from the Fisherman’s Bastion with a Local Expert. Marvel at extensive panoramic views as you look out over the famous river dividing Buda and Pest – the two sides linked by the mighty Chain Bridge and the elegant, newer Elizabeth Bridge.

Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Nemzeti Budapest – MGallery Collection

This morning enjoy a tour of the Liszt Music Academy with a student, followed by an enchanting recital. The university was founded by the piano virtuoso and composer Franz Liszt in 1875. Continue your travels, past the Turul Monument, a large eagle statue overlooking the town of Tatabanya, to the Austrian border and through pleasant farming country to the imperial capital of Vienna.

Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Hilton Vienna Park, Hilton Vienna Plaza, Vienna

In the morning, there is the option to join a private tour of Maria Theresa’s Schönbrunn Palace and formal gardens. Get your camera ready for a drive around the famous Ring Road. This grand boulevard, built along the lines of the old city walls, showcases many of the capital’s architectural masterpieces, including the Opera House, magnificent Hofburg Imperial Residence and Parliament building. Later, join your Local Expert for a walk through Innere Stadt, the first district and historic core of Vienna. Sit down for traditional coffee and cake and mingle with locals at a cosy cafe.

Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Hilton Vienna Park

This day’s route takes you past quiet villages, through Styria’s forested mountains and into the Carinthian Lake District. Continue past Europe’s warmest lake, the Wörthersee, to cross into Italy near Tarvisio. Then follow mountain valleys and cascading streams down to the Veneto Plain en route to the unique city of Venice. Arrive by private boat to your hotel. In the late afternoon and early evening, sip a cocktail on the corner of Piazza San Marco, whilst you are serenaded by an ensemble of talented musicians. Afterwards, stroll past the Doges Palace and the famous ‘Bridge of Sighs’ to a local restaurant in the heart of the San Marco ‘sestieri’ for a magical dinner.

Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Accommodation: Eurostars Residenza Cannaregio, Venice

In the morning, prepare to embrace this most romantic city. Visit St. Mark’s Square, dominated by its magnificent basilica and overlooked by the great Clock Tower. Also in the square stands the immense Campanile and Doge’s Palace which is connected to the ancient prisons by the Bridge of Sighs. Join a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience as you witness the art of traditional glassblowing. The rest of the day is free. Perhaps shop in the small arcades or why not cruise the Venetian lagoon to the island of Burano for a meal of local specialities and wine?

Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Eurostars Residenza Cannaregio, Venice

Alas, you must bid farewell to this enchanting city. Your departure transfer arrives at Venice Marco Polo Airport.

Meals: Breakfast

Trip Inclusions

4 Dinner (D)
10 Breakfast (B)

Choose between two carefully selected activities
Prague: Stroll through the Jewish Quarter with your Local Expert to hear how the Jewish community has shaped the history of Prague, and taste Trdelník, a traditional Czech pastry.
Prague: Explore Prague with your Local Expert, walk the courtyards of the Castle, and visit the imposing St. Vitus Cathedral. The city is then yours to explore. Maybe take a river cruise through the heart of the city, or walk in the footsteps of kings along the Royal Route?

Personal radio headsets give you the freedom to wander during visits to famous highlights, without missing any of your Local Expert’s fascinating commentary.
Hotel and restaurant tips are included – you’ll never have to worry about how much to give, nor search for foreign currency. We also include all taxes and porterage charges at hotels.
We carry your bags for you and promptly deliver them to your hotel door.
From time to time, your Travel Director will delight you with an Insight Flourish, which is a local specialty representing the destination.
Stay connected with friends and family with our complimentary coach and hotel Wi-Fi (where available).
If your arrival and/or departure flights are as per the itinerary start and end dates, then transfers are available at scheduled times. If your flights are outside these times, or you have booked additional nights accommodation with Insight Vacations, you may purchase transfers or make your own way from/to the airport.

Amsterdam: Toast to the travels ahead during your dinner of modern European cuisine at a local restaurant.
Budapest: Enjoy a scenic dinner cruise and take in the city’s night time beauty as you float along the Danube.
Venice: Savour a Venetian dinner with wine in a restaurant in the heart of this historic city.

Prague: Stroll through the Jewish Quarter with your Local Expert to hear how the Jewish community has shaped the history of Prague, and taste Trdelník, a traditional Czech pastry.
Prague: Explore Prague with your Local Expert, walk the courtyards of the Castle, and visit the imposing St. Vitus Cathedral. The city is then yours to explore. Maybe take a river cruise through the heart of the city, or walk in the footsteps of kings along the Royal Route?

Budapest: Enjoy a tour of the Liszt Music Academy with a student, followed by an enchanting recital. Producing incredible musical talent, the university was founded by piano virtuoso and composer Franz Liszt in 1875.
Vienna: Be pampered with traditional coffee and cake. An experience like no other, this cosy cafe provides companionship, and promotes well-being and support for the community, in addition to crafting delicious treats.

Venice: Witness the ancient skill of glassblowing, now practised by precious few masters. Watch artisans create delicate works of art using rare traditional practices. The workshop’s artisans teach visitors about the traditional craft of glassblowing and its history which dates back to the 15th century. Every visit helps to support the workshop and the survival of this traditional craft. This workshop directly supports United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities.

See Amsterdam • Alte Mainbruckem and Marienburg Fortress in Würzburg • Rothenburg-ob-der-Tauber • Old Town Square, St Vitus Cathedral and Prague Castle • Váci Utca and Gellért Hill in Budapest • Hofburg Imperial Residence, Opera House, Parliament Building and Karlskirche in Vienna • St. Mark’s Square and Doge’s Palace in Venice.

Amsterdam: Cruise along the waterways, discovering the architectural gems of the old city, including mansions dating from the Golden Age of the 17th century.
Wurzburg: Stand on the statue-lined Alte Mainbrucke and see the Marienberg fortress.
Wurzburg: Visit the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Würzburg Residence.
Rothenburg ob der Tauber: Picturesque Rothenburg ob der Tauber is the best-preserved medieval town in Germany and a truly enchanting destination. Step back in time and explore the city walls, towers, and gates around the old town as well as the old town itself.
Budapest: Explore the Old Town of Buda with a Local Expert.
Vienna: Join your Local Expert for a city tour that reveals both the renowned sights and hidden gems of Vienna’s historic Ringstrasse. See the Hofburg Imperial Residence, Opera House, Parliament Building and Karlskirche.
Venice: Travel by boat along the Giudecca Canal as your Travel Director gives an orientation to Venice. Pass 13th to 18th-century palazzi, the Doge’s Palace and St. Mark’s Square, an iconic introduction to the city from the water.

Enjoy the comfort of Insight’s luxurious, air-conditioned, 40-seat coach with double the standard legroom and onboard washroom. Our customized luxury coaches are sanitized before the start of your tour and are maintained to very high standards. Physical distancing measures have been implemented on our customized luxury coaches.
Hand sanitizer is freely available on board for you to use throughout the day.

Dates & Pricing

Trip Dates:

19 Apr 2026 17 May 2026 14 Jun 2026 28 Jun 2026 12 Jul 2026 09 Aug 2026 23 Aug 2026 06 Sep 2026

Room Type:

Twin Share
Solo (Own Room)

  • Sunday

    19 Apr 2026

    Amsterdam

    Wednesday

    29 Apr 2026

    Venice

    Our Price

    AUD $6,285

    Twin Share (Per Person)

  • Sunday

    17 May 2026

    Amsterdam

    Wednesday

    27 May 2026

    Venice

    Our Price

    AUD $6,885

    Twin Share (Per Person)

  • Sunday

    14 Jun 2026

    Amsterdam

    Wednesday

    24 Jun 2026

    Venice

    Our Price

    AUD $6,360

    Twin Share (Per Person)

  • Sunday

    28 Jun 2026

    Amsterdam

    Wednesday

    08 Jul 2026

    Venice

    Our Price

    AUD $6,160

    Twin Share (Per Person)

  • Sunday

    12 Jul 2026

    Amsterdam

    Wednesday

    22 Jul 2026

    Venice

    Our Price

    AUD $6,130

    Twin Share (Per Person)

  • Sunday

    09 Aug 2026

    Amsterdam

    Wednesday

    19 Aug 2026

    Venice

    Our Price

    AUD $6,130

    Twin Share (Per Person)

  • Sunday

    23 Aug 2026

    Amsterdam

    Wednesday

    02 Sep 2026

    Venice

    Our Price

    AUD $6,160

    Twin Share (Per Person)

  • Sunday

    06 Sep 2026

    Amsterdam

    Wednesday

    16 Sep 2026

    Venice

    Our Price

    AUD $6,885

    Twin Share (Per Person)

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