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!
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.
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.
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.
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.
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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.
