Explore London

If you are talking about any europe travel tours package then missing out on London would be considered nothing less than a sin! Marked as one of the foremost tourist destination of the world, London, the capital of United Kingdom, is your perfect getaway which is highlighted by the fact that it gets more than 15 million international tourists every year. United Kingdom is one of the world greatest military and economic super powers, making it one of the safest destinations for travelers. 


London has several stunning and awe-inducing sights and some of those are listed below:


• British Museum - The museum houses more than 7 million objects which tell the complete story of human culture.


• National Gallery - Located on iconic Trafalgar Square, the gallery houses more than 2,300 paintings dating from the mid-13th century to 1900.


• London Eye - This 135 meter Ferris wheel is the tallest in Europe and is the most visited tourist destinations in London.


• Madame Tussauds - At Madame Tussauds, you'll come face-to-face with over 300 wax figures of the world's most famous faces. It includes wide array of celebrities ranging from people belonging to showbiz, sport, politics and even Royalty.


Other famous tourist spots are; British Library, Victoria and Albert Museum, National Maritime Museum, Tower of London, Natural History Museum, Tate Modern etc. and the list is endless!

In Bruges

Bruges, located in the Flemish region of Belgium and popularly known as ‘the Venice of the North’, is one of the most glorious European canal cities on our package tours to europe. The capital of the Belgian province of West-Flanders, Bruges is a UNESCO World Heritage city since the year 2000, and is one of the gems of Europe with its stunning medieval architecture. No other country has preserved its beautiful past as Bruges has, with buildings like the Church of Our Lady, the world's highest brick tower at 122.3 meters and the sculpture Madonna and Child, Michelangelo's only sculpture to have left Italy. A small visit to the city isn’t enough, as once you are here the city will intoxicate you with so much history that you’ll find it impossible to even think of moving out of the city limits. Some other must see tourists destinations are the béguinage, The Basilica of the Holy Blood, The Groeningemuseum, The city hall, Onze Lieve Vrouwkerk Choco-Story Museum, Diamond Museum etc. 

Mad about Monaco

Measuring less than two square kilometers, Monaco is one of the smallest sovereign city-states located in South Western Europe on the northern central coast of the Mediterranean Sea. With tourism as its primary industry and its proximity to France; Monaco has become an inseparable part of our paris tour packages, which is not just about Paris alone. Monaco is known world over as centre of opulence, prestige and power and has six main areas, out of which Monty Carlo is famous for its casino’s and glamorous night life.  Monaco's other districts are Fontvieille, La Condamine, Larvotto, Monaco Ville and Moneghetti. Places that you must visit in Monaco are; Musee Oceanographie, Monaco Cathedral, The Palais du Prince, Casino De Paris, Cote d'Azur, The Monte Carlo Beach Club, Fontvieille Park etc.


To experience this gem of French Riviera, hop on to our European tour packages and we will make sure you feel like a celeb. 

Picturesque Portugal

The land of explorers, Portugal attracts tourists from all over the world. The never ending sea coast of Atlantic and Mediterranean makes Portugal an exciting & adventurous holiday destination on our europe travel tours package. One of the smaller European countries, Portugal has a big heart and you can feel that in its capital Lisbon, which attracts almost around 7-8 million tourists each year, second only to Barcelona. Also a part of our “budget tours europe” package, Portugal was one of the first few countries that undertook intensive exploration and colonization of countries in Africa, Asia, the Americas and Oceania. This in turn has influenced Portugal’s culture which is reflected in its architecture, cinema, music, art, literature, and even in its cuisine. It has even developed niche draws for the travelers to the country, which separates it from the other European destinations e.g. health, nature and rural tourism. Some of the most sought after tourist spots are in Portugal are; Lisbon, the Algarve, Madeira, Costa Verde, Montanhas, The Azores islands, The Douro Valley, Porto Santo Island, and Alentejo. 

Beautiful and Historic City of Namur

At the confluence of rivers Sambre and Meuse lies the ancient & picturesque city of Namur, also a municipality in Wallonia in Belgium. The destination is a part of europe travel tours and is an attractive feature for travelers to the European continent. The ease of access to the city has now opened it to the world & showcases the centuries of art and culture. Namur has always held an important strategic location and being situated at the center of the European continent it bears some of the deepest scars of the invasion and its aftermath, from Roman times through the Second World War. Some of the most sought after tourist locations in our european tour packages to Namur are; St. Alban's Cathedral (Built between 1751 and 1767 it shows it Italian influence and is a World Heritage Site), The Meat Hall (Located on the banks of river Sambre, it’s one of the most important archeological museums of Wallonia), The convent of the Sisters of Notre Dame, and last but not the least is the Citadel of Namur. Tourist locations near Namur include Maredsous Abbey, Floreffe Abbey, Annevoie Castle etc. 

Sizzling Paris

Paris also referred to as “La Ville des Lumières” or “The City of Lights” is one of the most popular tourist destinations of the world, which, in turn makes it an indelible part of our paris tour packages. This cosmopolitan capital of France is located in the north, around the river Seine and is famous for lovers of all kinds i.e. food lovers and romantic couples of all ages. The sparkling city is packed with several tourist destinations and also has numerous UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Paris is also the world’s “Luxury Capital” and is home to some of the world’s finest luxurious products.  Divided into twenty districts, Paris has mild temperatures with small diurnal and seasonal temperature variations. Paris sightseeing tours will take you to places like; Arc de Triomphe, Arènes de Lutece, Chateau de Versailles, The Eiffel Tower, Le Musee des Arts Decoratifs, The Louvre, Champs-Elysees and many more. Disneyland Paris tours also take you to the second Disney resort that opened outside the United States.

Interlaken

Located in Bernese Oberland, at 570 m (1,870 ft) above sea level, is a municipality named Interlaken, a top tourist destination on switzerland tours package. The town gets its name from the fact that it is surrounded by two lakes, namely; Lake Brienz to the east and Lake Thun to the west. The river Aare flows through the town and connects both these lakes. Interlaken is overlooked by three mighty mountains Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau; each a worthy sight of Swiss Alps which is sought by mountain climbers, hikers, bikers, sky divers and adventure seekers during summers. But the best time to be in Interlaken is during the winters. It’s the time when the town is bustling with tourists ready to bask in the white winter wonderland with activities ranging from skiing, snowboarding, sledging, ice skating etc.  Interlaken is also famous for events like mountain marathons at Jungfrau, Unspunnenfest at Interlaken which takes place once every ten years, Greenfield Music Festival and Red Bull Air Race World Series. 

Beautiful Berne

Berne, the capital city of Switzerland is one of the most sought after destinations in our switzerland tour package. A diverse and multi-cultural city, Berne was founded in the 11th century by Berthold V, Duke of Zähringen and is packed with rich history and cultural sites that have earned this city a distinction of being UNSECO’s World Heritage City and has 4 miles of arcaded passageways along streets adorned with fountains and clock-towers. This fifth most populous city of Switzerland is also the most beautiful and livable cities in the world. It is famous for its cuisine which is a combination of German, French and Italian cuisines, and mouth watering cheese fondue, Honigläbchueche and chocolates. Berne is sought mostly for its history and museums. Some of the must visit sites in our Swiss tour include; Berne Historical Museum, Bundeshaus (Federal Palace of Switzerland), Einsteinhaus, Kunstmuseum (Museum of fine Arts), Swiss Alpine Museum, Tierpark Dählhölzli (Zoo), Zentrum Paul Klee museum, Zytglogge toer etc. 

Norgen

Land of midnight sun, Norway is a must visit destination on europe travel tours. For most people though it’s all about the Fjords. Yes, the stunning inlets formed in a valley sculpted by the glacial activity are most sought after by tourists in Norway. Other attractions for the tourists in Norway include ski resorts, lakes, mountains, waterfalls and woods. The main tourist cities in Norway are Oslo, Bergen, Stavanger, Trondheim and Tromsø. Much of the nature of Norway continues to be untouched, and therefore pulls in number of hikers and skiers. The northern region of the country is known to be mountainous and possesses wide and beamy plateaus and majestic peaks. Unusually large forested areas can be found in the eastern region of the country and long stretches of beach areas are found along the northern and southern coastlines.   Nature aside, culturally Norway is also very different from rest of the Europe and is home to heritage sites like Bryggen , Urnes stave church, Røros Mining Town, Rock carvings at Alta , Struve Geodetic Arc etc.  

Discover Geneva

Geneva, the peace capital of the world, an important financial hub, one of the most expensive cities and a city with the highest quality of life, is situated in the southern shores of Lake Geneva and has a very cosmopolitan nature, unlike any other destination on our swiss tour package. The laid back and elegant atmosphere makes it a perfect holiday destination for tourists from all over the world. With a long history of liberality, Geneva has turned itself into one of the most important cultural center and is second to none in giving its travelers a world class experience which also includes top rated eating joints and restaurants and unlimited possibilities for relaxation and rejuvenation. It is also one of the most sought after location for adventure activities on our european tour packages, which includes boating, hiking, biking, wine tasting and skiing. Some of the other important tourist spots include Jet d'Eau, St Pierre Cathedral, Palais des Nations, Quartier des Grottes, Monument Brunswick, Ile Rousseau, Place de Neuve, Eaux-Vives and the list is endless.

Destination Ukraine

Bordered by Russian federation, Ukraine is the 8th most popular tourist destination on any package tours to europe. Jam packed with tourist attractions, Ukraine of today has come a long way from the days when it was just a neglected part of Soviet Russia. But today the scenes are different. You can see the country pullulating with millions of tourists every year. Ukraine is famous for its palaces, churches, museums, archaeological sites and age-old buildings. The Mountains in Ukraine provide an excellent opportunity to the tourists for skiing, hiking and hunting. The coastline on the Black Sea is also a popular summer destination for travelers. It is also well known for its wine producing vineyards, ancient castles, historical parks etc. The capital of Ukraine, Kiev is well known for its awe-inspiring structures like Saint Sophia Cathedral and broad boulevards.  Other popular tourist cities in Ukraine are; Lviv, Odessa, Yalta, Simferopol, Sevastopol, the medieval city of Chernihiv, Kharkiv, Ivano-Frankivsk, Izmail, Chernivtsi and Carpathian mountains of Uzhhorod. 

Heil Deutschland!

Germany has seen it all and has been through lots of peaks and troughs over the last 100 years. But, the Germans have moved on and have guided Germany to rise from the ashes of its dour. Bordered by Denmark in the north, Poland and Czech to the east, Austria and Switzerland to the south and France, Luxembourg, Belgium, and the Netherlands to its west; Germany is located in the tepid latitudes of the globe. 


Germany tells a long story of its past, which is manifested in the cities like Dresden, Munich, Weimar and Berlin on our European tour packages. Other than these, the states of Bavaria and Mecklenburg-Vorpommern are most frequented by the tourists. There is something for everyone in this “land of poets and thinkers” which has no less than 27 UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Germany is known world over for its literary works (Johann Wolfgang von Goethe), philosophy (Kant, Schopenhauer and Nietzsche), science (Albert Einstein and Max Planck), Music (Bach, Mozart and Beethoven), Architecture (Carolingian, Ottonian, Gothic, Renaissance and Baroque), cuisine, sports etc.


Europe travel tours are incomplete without a trip to Germany. The reasons are unending. There is so much more to say or write that words will not be enough. Go and feel it yourselves!

Stranger in Moscow

Located by the Moskva River in the European part of Russia is the most populous city of Europe, and witness to some of the biggest political turmoil’s that has shaped its history, Moscow. It’s one of the most travelled destinations on our Europe travel tours. The city is known world over as a major scientific, educational and economic center in Europe. It also possesses one of the most complex transport systems that include number of international airports, railroad terminals, and also one of the busiest subway systems in the world, making it easier for the tourists to travel around the city.


Moscow isn’t exactly your dream destination but the stupefying architecture of this busy metropolitan city, accompanied by its rich cultural treasures makes this city a must visit on our European tour packages. Some of the most significant tourist spots are Kremlin, Red Square, St. Basil's Cathedral, The Cathedral of Christ the Savoir, Novodevichy Convent, St. Andronik Monastery, Poklonnaja Mountain, Bolshoy Theater, State Tretyakov Gallery, Panorama "Borodino Battle", Kuskovo Estate, Eduard Streltsov Stadium and several more. 

Unforgettable Transylvanian Tours

Most people aren’t even aware of Romania as a tourist destination. Situated in the southeastern part of Central Europe, Romania shares borders with Hungary, Serbia, Bulgaria, the Black Sea, Ukraine and the Republic of Moldova. 


The country has seen it all, from being behind the iron curtain to rising up from the dark clutches of communism in the early nineties. Today Romania is a thriving tourist hot spot on Europe travel tours. It has natural landscapes and rich cultural heritage. It possesses several unique travel experiences that you won’t encounter any where else in the world.  The Romanian Carpathian Mountains are famous destination for camping, hiking and skiing. Other important attractions include: Black sea Romanian resorts, castles & fortresses of Transylvania; Danube delta. Other than that there are several painted monasteries; Cultural cities of Sibiu, Braşov, Iaşi, Târgu Mureş, Timişoara, Cluj-Napoca, Bucharest and Alba Iulia; Traditional villages, medieval towns, churches, castles and several World Heritage Sites.

Sick Man of Europe- No More!

Turkey, often termed as the bridge between the western and eastern traditions, is the cultural hub of the Europe. Part of our europe travel tours, Turkey boasts of beautiful landscapes & stunning wonders of nature. Being the birthplace of several civilizations, Turkey is home to some of the most ancient monuments, each belonging to different age and time in human history, ranging from Neolithic times to Greek, Roman, Byzantine, Ottoman and many more. This cradle of civilization houses some of the most beautiful cities of Europe along with famous resorts, museums etc. Ankara is the modern day capital and seat of the Turkish government, while the biggest Turkish city, Istanbul, is more cosmopolitan. Other than the traces of Turkey’s ancient architecture, the country is also known for its music, literature and its cuisine. 


Some of the popular tourist destinations in Turkey, other than the ones mentioned above are; The ancient city of Troy, The Princes Islands, Cappadocia, The city of Bursa and thousands more. One life time isn’t enough for discovering this European gem. 

Benefits of Traveling

Are you one of those people who stare at the ceiling, pondering over your next travel destination on any popular package tours to europe? If your answer is yes then you aren’t alone. Welcome to the club! Yes globe-trotting, especially to the European destinations, is an important part of my life and unlike several other earthlings, traveling is both my hobby and profession. It isn’t cheap though, and the days of going “around the world in eight dollars” are over. But the benefit of traveling to different cultures and learning from them is worth every penny spent. Traveling inspires people in their quest for self-fulfillment and widens their perspective. It also helps you to understand the purpose of life, experience life & to learn, change and grow. 


Do not wait because it’s either now or never. Log on to www.myswissholidays.com right away and fly! You won’t regret your decision. And when you are back, do write back and share your experience with all of us. 

Ibiza – The Beat Goes On & On!

Ibiza

Travel to one of the most beautiful islands in the world with our Europe travel tours and savor its white sandy beaches and beautiful landscapes. Part of the Balearic Islands, Ibiza is the party capital of the world and together with Formentera; it is one of the two pine islands in Spain. The climate is mild which makes Ibiza a year round tourist destination, especially for party animals. With some of the biggest and most famous clubs like Space, Pacha, Privilege, Amnesia, DC10, Eden, Eclipse, El Divino, Es Paradis, and Café del Mar playing electronic dance music all day and night & the party never stops for the pleasure seekers. But it’s not all about parties and clubs, Ibiza has several historical areas in Ibiza town, like the Dalt Villa which is categorized as UNESCO World Heritage Site with attractions like "God's Finger" in the Benirràs Bay and some Ibicenco cultural sites. Other notable tourist destination in Ibiza are; The egg of Columbus in Sant Antoni, Puig de Missa in Santa Eulària, Staircase in Eivissa, The beach at Es Canar, Playa d'en Bossa beach, Marina of Santa Eulària des Riu et cetera. 

Go Barça!

Spain is a country made up of potpourri of cultures & is known for its modern outlook, but it still possesses a strong traditional perspective and the city of Barcelona, more that any other city showcases this blend without any qualifications. Barcelona is one of the most beautiful cities in European tour packages. Famous for its beaches, architecture, tradition and not the least for its football team, Barcelona is an unrivalled tourist destination.  The capital city of Catalonia, an autonomous community, Barcelona is the 2nd largest city in Spain and the region exhibits a fairly distinguishable culture from rest of the Spain. The favorable Mediterranean climate makes Barcelona the most sought after destination in Europe tour packages. Some of the places that you must visit are the Gothic Quarter which is the center of the city of Barcelona, and has several world heritage sites & Sagrada Família, a roman catholic church. Some of the other more frequented places are Guell Park, Barcelona Stadium, and Olympic Park. Lastly, the beaches of Nova Icaria, Mar Bella, Bogatell, Sant Sebastià & Barceloneta are not to be missed.


Barcelona is an unparalleled & lively destination and once you are here, you would never want to go back home!

City of a Hundred Spires - Prague

Think of the most beautiful places to visit on any Europe travel tours and the usual suspects would include Switzerland, United Kingdom, France, may be Germany and few others! 


Ever thought about Central Europe, specifically the capital city of Czech Republic, Prague? I’m sure most of you won’t even be aware of the fact that Prague was once the seat of the Roman Empire and is referred to as the “Golden City”! Prague is a major historical center of Europe and offers an eye-popping view of its well preserved ‘culture& history’. It’s impossible to find so much ancientness anywhere else in the world and Prague does not disappoint & treats you with the heritage structures from Romanesque, Gothic, Renaissance, Cubist, and Baroque leading to the Neo-Classical & Modern era. This Alpha - world city is situated on the Vltava River in central Bohemia and gets approximately 4.1 million tourists every year, making it an intrinsic part of European tour packages. Some of the more famous sites are; Old town, Charles bridge, Prague castle (largest Castle in the world), the old Jewish quarter also known as Josefov, National Theatre, Wenceslas Square etc. All in all, Prague is a must visit for people interested in European history and architecture.

Romantic Vacation in Paris

Think of Paris and you immediately think of romantic evenings with that special someone in an excellent restaurant with delectable white wine. Paris is not just the capital of France but is also the world’s romantic capital. There are several romantic places to visit on our Paris tour packages. So make sure you don’t miss any of the following spots:


Louvre - It’s one of the most remarkable museums in the world and is also one of the largest. While it might not be the most romantic destination but it is something that no body should miss.


Eiffel Tower - Even if you are from Mars, you would have heard about the Eiffel tower. The tower is the symbol of Paris and looks absolutely stunning at night. You can also visit Cathedral of Notre Dame, Versailles, Champs-Élysées or the Arc de Triomphe in Paris. 


Disneyland - Yes, you have one in Paris too. Disneyland Paris tours will make sure that you, your partner and kids (if any) would enjoy every second spent at Disneyland and three parks that are attached to it.  

Dream Destination: Switzerland

What is left to say that hasn’t been said about Switzerland? Paradise on earth, the most sought after tourist destination in the world, alpine country are just the few titles that suit the country’s profile. It’s the land of majestic Alps, beautiful lakes and stunning and historically rich cities, Switzerland is beyond words. Switzerland packages take you on an unprecedented ride to this heaven on planet earth. 


Part of the budget tours Europe, Swiss holidays offer several exciting tours and packages to the country. Situated in Central Europe and bordered by France, Germany, Austria & Italy, this landlocked and hilly region is famous for chocolates, watches, financial institutions etc. Just take a hike & check out the cities of Interlaken, Luzern, Grindelwald, Lausanne, Zurich and go on a pleasure trip to mountains of Jungfraujoch, Schilthorn, Pilatus, Titlis Rotair, and several more. So get ready and prepare yourself to be enamored by the raw beauty of the land and once you are here, you would want to return again and again and again....!