Arrive at Zurich Airport and transfer to your hotel. After check-in, explore Switzerland at a relaxed pace: Zurich’s Old Town (Altstadt), the Bahnhofstrasse shopping street, the Lake Zurich promenade and the Lindenhof viewpoint. Enjoy the evening at leisure.
Europe in 11 Days
Swiss Alpine scenery, Paris landmarks, Barcelona’s Gaudí architecture and the canals of Amsterdam.
Your 11-day itinerary
After breakfast, head to Lucerne and explore its lakeside setting: Chapel Bridge (Kapellbrücke), the Lion Monument, the Old Town with its colourful squares and the Lake Lucerne waterfront. An optional Mount Titlis or Mount Pilatus excursion is available, subject to weather and transport schedules. Return to your hotel.
After breakfast, travel to Interlaken, surrounded by spectacular Alpine scenery. Visit the town centre and Höhematte Park for views of the Swiss Alps. Optional excursions include the Lauterbrunnen Valley and Jungfraujoch, the Top of Europe, subject to availability and additional cost. Return to the hotel in the evening.
After breakfast, check out and travel to Paris by train, subject to your Swiss departure city and train schedules. On arrival, transfer to your hotel and begin exploring the French capital: an Eiffel Tower photo stop, the Trocadéro viewpoint, the Seine waterfront and an evening stroll through central Paris. An optional Seine River cruise can be arranged.
After breakfast, see the most famous landmarks of Paris: the Louvre Museum and its glass pyramid, the exterior of Notre-Dame Cathedral and its surroundings, the Champs-Élysées, the Arc de Triomphe and Place de la Concorde. Optional Eiffel Tower entry is available, subject to ticket availability. Spend the evening in Parisian cafés or shopping districts.
After breakfast, enjoy a relaxed day in Paris’s artistic neighbourhoods: Montmartre, Sacré-Cœur Basilica, the artists’ square at Place du Tertre and the Galeries Lafayette shopping area. An optional Versailles Palace excursion is available, subject to time and pre-booking. Return to the hotel for your final night in Paris.
After breakfast, check out and travel to Barcelona by direct high-speed train or by flight, depending on your preferred arrangement. The direct train takes around seven hours, so an early departure is recommended. If time permits on arrival, see Plaça de Catalunya, La Rambla, the Gothic Quarter and the Barcelona waterfront. Check in and relax.
After breakfast, discover Barcelona’s architecture, historic streets and Mediterranean atmosphere: the Sagrada Família Basilica, Park Güell, Casa Batlló (exterior), Passeig de Gràcia, Montjuïc viewpoints (time permitting) and Barceloneta Beach. Enjoy shopping and Spanish cuisine in the evening. Entry tickets to major attractions should be booked in advance.
After breakfast, check out and transfer to Barcelona Airport for your flight to Amsterdam. On arrival, transfer to your hotel and begin exploring the Dutch capital: Dam Square, the exterior of the Royal Palace, the Canal Belt, and canal-side cafés and shopping streets. Enjoy a relaxing evening in the city.
After breakfast, explore Amsterdam’s culture and canals: the Rijksmuseum, Museumplein, the Jordaan neighbourhood, a canal cruise, traditional Dutch streets and local markets. Anne Frank House is subject to advance reservation. Enjoy your final evening in Europe with a canal-side dinner or some shopping.
After breakfast, subject to flight timing, check out and transfer to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport for your return journey, with memories of Switzerland, France, Spain and the Netherlands.
What you will enjoy
Lucerne and Chapel Bridge
Lakeside Old Town, the Lion Monument and optional Titlis or Pilatus trips.
Interlaken and the Swiss Alps
Alpine views, with optional Lauterbrunnen and Jungfraujoch.
Paris landmarks
The Eiffel Tower, the Louvre, Notre-Dame and the Champs-Élysées.
Montmartre and Sacré-Cœur
Artists’ square, hilltop basilica and Galeries Lafayette.
Barcelona’s Gaudí highlights
The Sagrada Família, Park Güell and Barceloneta Beach.
Amsterdam’s canals
The Canal Belt, the Rijksmuseum and the Jordaan, with an optional canal cruise.
What is and is not included
Included
- 10 nights’ accommodation in selected hotels: 3 in Switzerland, 3 in Paris, 2 in Barcelona and 2 in Amsterdam
- Daily breakfast at the hotels, from Day 2
- Airport arrival transfer in Switzerland
- Transfers between hotels, airports and stations, as per the final itinerary
- Intercity train from Switzerland to Paris, subject to the selected route
- Paris to Barcelona train or flight, according to your quotation
- Barcelona to Amsterdam flight
- Airport departure transfer in Amsterdam
- Sightseeing tours on a private or shared basis, as specified in your quotation
- Applicable hotel taxes, where included in your quotation
Not included
- International airfare to and from Europe
- Schengen visa fees, appointment charges and related expenses
- Travel insurance
- Intercity train tickets, flight baggage charges or seat reservations not included in your quotation
- Lunch, dinner, snacks and beverages, unless specified
- Entry tickets to museums, monuments, palaces and other attractions
- Optional excursions such as Jungfraujoch, Mount Titlis, Versailles and Eiffel Tower summit access
- Personal expenses, shopping, tips and laundry
- City taxes or tourist taxes payable locally, unless specified as included
- Early check-in and late check-out charges
- Any additional sightseeing or transfers not mentioned in the final itinerary
- Expenses arising from delays, cancellations or other unforeseen circumstances
- Anything not specifically mentioned under the inclusions
Your route at a glance
| Destination | Europe Tour Packages |
|---|---|
| Duration | 10 Nights / 11 Days |
| Nights | Switzerland 3 · Paris 3 · Barcelona 2 · Amsterdam 2 |
| Pick-up and drop | Zurich Airport to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport |
| Suitable for | Couples, families, honeymooners and first-time Europe travellers |
Important travel note
This itinerary covers four countries in 11 days and includes several travel days. The Switzerland hotel location should be chosen carefully, and the long Paris to Barcelona journey is best booked early or replaced with a flight. The final route, transport connections, entry tickets and hotel locations are confirmed before quoting. Schengen entry requirements should be checked for each traveller before departure.
How payment works
To start your booking
A non-refundable booking amount, if your travel date is more than 30 days away.
After confirmation
Paid once your booking is confirmed, or before we issue your service voucher.
Before departure
Paid at least 10 days before your departure date.
Cancellation and other terms will be available on our Terms page.
Good to know before you book
It starts at Zurich Airport and ends at Amsterdam Schiphol Airport.
Yes, daily from Day 2. Hotels do not serve breakfast on the day of arrival, and on Day 11 it depends on your departure time.
By train from Switzerland to Paris, by high-speed train or flight from Paris to Barcelona, and by flight from Barcelona to Amsterdam, as specified in your quotation.
The direct train takes around seven hours, so an early start is recommended. A flight can be arranged instead.
No, unless included in your quotation. Major attractions such as the Sagrada Família and Anne Frank House should be booked in advance.
No. Mount Titlis, Mount Pilatus, Lauterbrunnen, Jungfraujoch, Versailles and Eiffel Tower entry are optional and paid separately.
No. Schengen visa fees, appointment charges and related expenses are not included.
Send an enquiry and we will reply with a quotation for your dates.
Terms for this journey
Booking, payment and cancellation
Cancellation and other terms will be available on our Terms page.