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Scenic Europe

9 days
Start and end in Munich
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21 traveler reviews
Scenic Europe - Expat Explore Travel
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Expat Explore Travel
Max group size:
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Age range:
10 to 80
Operated in:
English
Tour id:
73262
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Highlights

  • Visit the Neuschwanstein Castle, the inspiration for the fairytale castle in Disneyland
  • Explore Innsbruck, the Italian Lake District, Lucerne, Verona and more
  • Enjoy a free day in the beautiful Swiss Alps, with the opportunity to visit Jungfraujoch
  • Visit a traditional German beer hall in Munich and enjoy a Tuscan meal in Florence

Itinerary

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  1. Introduction
  1. Day 1 Start of tour in Munich
  2. Day 2 Munich - Neuschwanstein Castle - Innsbruck
  3. Day 3 Innsbruck - Vaduz - Lucerne - Swiss Alps
  4. Day 4 Swiss Alps: Free Day
  5. Day 5 Swiss Alps - Lake Como - Italian Lake District
  6. Day 6 Italian Lake District - Pisa - Florence - Tuscany
  7. Day 7 Tuscany - Verona - Venice
  8. Day 8 Venice - Dolomites - Andechs Monastery - Munich
  9. Day 9 End of tour in Munich
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What's Included

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  • Accommodation
  • Guide
  • Meals
  • Additional Services
  • Transport

What's Not Included

  • Flights
  • Insurance
  • Optional
  • Additional Services

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Number of tours

91

Age Range

10 to 80 years old

Response time

8 hours

Response rate

80%

Expat Explore is one of the industry’s leading coach tour operators. Their core mission is #TravelMadePossible - to make travel fun, convenient and affordable for travellers from all over the world. They offer a selection of more than 60 itineraries that explore destinations across Europe, North...

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  • CC
    · September 18th, 2024
    Hi 👋 I’m one of Rachel Brown passenger in 2023 Croatian delights tour by expat explore…. I find Rachel very professional in her craft… she dedicated almost all her times to all her passengers on that tour ,a guide who’s very easy to get along… as a person my personal opinion she’s very nice 😊 and she’s an asset of any touring or travel 🧳 company… really good… my husband & I had an amazing time with the group… because of her guidance towards everyone in her flock… very dependable & amazing guide plus friendly to everyone 🤙hats off 💕🤙🧳✈️
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    Expat Explore Travel commented on this review
    Thank you for your feedback! We’re glad to hear that Rachel provided such a positive experience on your tour. We appreciate your kind words and hope to see you both on another tour soon!
    Trip date: June 2023
  • AM
    · September 18th, 2024
    Rachelle was so very knowledgeable about all the sights we saw over the 11 days. Great personality working with all the different personalities and calm when unexpected situations came up! Wonderful experience
    Expat Explore Travel commented on this review
    Thank you for your wonderful feedback! We’re so glad to hear that Rachelle made your experience enjoyable. We appreciate your support and hope to see you on another tour soon!
    Trip date: June 2023
  • ZS
    · September 18th, 2024
    Best guide ever!! Rachelle was very informative, friendly, patient and we could not have asked for a better guide! Hope to one day be on one of your tours again!! THE BEST !!
    Expat Explore Travel commented on this review
    Thank you for your wonderful review! We're so glad to hear that Rachelle made such a positive impact on your experience. We appreciate your kind words and hope to welcome you on another tour in the future!
    Trip date: June 2023
  • Scenic Europe reviewer 4
    · July 26th, 2023
    Excellent tour leader and fantastic coach driver!!!❤️
    Expat Explore Travel commented on this review
    We greatly appreciate you for sharing such a positive rating with us. Your support means a lot, and we eagerly anticipate the opportunity to welcome you back on tour soon!
    Trip date: July 2023
  • Scenic Europe reviewer 5
    · July 24th, 2023
    Do not use tour radar and expat. False advertising. What they don’t tell you is 1) Hotels are old and no AC in most of them. 2) it’s only a orientation tour, no time to actually go inside most places you visit. Here is 4th largest church in the world but no you can’t go inside because there is not time. Same thing happened over and over. 3) Stupid rule about moving 4 rows every day in bus. You follow the rule and then get chastised when other people don’t follow the rule and start moving your stuff to a different seat because they think that is their seat. I could care less where I sit but don’t want to get in trouble just because others can’t count. I’m the bad guy right. Wrong. Even their stupid seating charts are wrong each day and no one follows it. 4) They make you think the optional dinners are great but don’t be fooled. You pay like $50 a person in cash non refundable and get to the restaurant and realize it’s crappy food and crappy atmosphere. Certainly not worth $50 a person. Plan your own vacation. You will be better off trust me. Little more work to research but worth it in the end. Expat and tour radar unwilling to refund any money even though we didn’t end up using their hotels for part of the nights because it was 90 degrees or more in the room and the hotel would not even provide a fan. Avoid expat and avoid tourradar.
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    Trip date: July 2023
  • Scenic Europe reviewer 6
    · June 29th, 2023
    We are from India food problem
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    Trip date: June 2023
  • Scenic Europe reviewer 7
    · July 27th, 2022
    While the views and "points of interest" were wonderful, the tour was so fast paced, it was hard to fully enjoy it.
    Trip date: July 2022
  • KC
    · September 3rd, 2019
    We did this tour at the end of June this year. Overall, the tour was an amazing experience! As expected, the tour was very busy and a little rushed. There were some stops that I would have loved to have more time at, but we knew this wouldn't be a "relax" kind of vacation. My family and I are from America and this was our first time out of the country so we wanted to see as much as possible and this tour made that possible. We chose to do all of the extra meals and most of the extra excursions and we have no complaints. All of our accommodations were very good as well. This was definitely a once in a lifetime experience for us. We made life-long friends from all over the globe and are able to keep up with them through social media. Our tour guide, Dorota, and the Expat Tours Organization were amazing and we would definitely tour with them again!
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    Trip date: June 2019
  • SM
    · July 28th, 2019
    This is a tour I would recommend without hesitation. The itinerary was thrilling! The only note I'd like to make is that the night in the Tuscan Hills (as it was described online) is not in the hills but rather a city, and the traditional Tuscan meal was instead chicken with French fries. Every other aspects of this tour was as described and beyond - it's hard to put in words how spectacular this trip is!
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    Trip date: July 2019
  • A
    · September 10th, 2018
    It wasn't bad... it was a great experience. My only negative was the 2 nights we spent in the hotel in Switzerland.
    Trip date: August 2018

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Scenic Europe
From Munich to Munich

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What our customers ask about this tour

    The content in our FAQ section is subject to change.
    • Are international flights included in the tour price?

      Whilst internal flights are covered for certain itineraries, you will have to make your way to the meeting point for the start of your tour. When booking flights be mindful of departure times and possible delays.
      Tip: We suggest that you start comparing prices the moment your deposit is paid to avoid costly flights.

    • Are young children allowed?

      We have a set minimum age of 10 for our tours, but we're happy to consider younger children on a case-by-case basis. Just let us know your request, and we'll do our best to accommodate it. Expat Explore reserves the right to accept or decline the request at our discretion. We want to ensure everyone has a great time exploring with us!

    • Can you cater for my dietary requirements?

      We make every effort to include local cuisine on our tours to ensure an authentic experience for you. You'll receive an email before the tour begins, where we'll ask for your dietary preferences. We always have a vegetarian option, and we'll work hard to accommodate any other dietary needs or preferences you may have.

    • Do I need to exchange cash before I leave?

      Contactless payment is widely accepted across Europe – it’s best to bring a payment card with no overseas withdrawal fees.
      * Keep in mind that certain optionals are payable in cash to your tour leader whilst on tour. We suggest that you talk to your Tour Leader about when & where to draw cash to pay for the optional excursions.

    • If I wish to stay longer in the start or end destination, will Expat Explore assist with pre/post-tour accommodation?

      While Expat Explore cannot assist with booking pre or post-tour accommodation, we recommend Booking.com for affordable accommodation options prior to and after the tour. If hotel information is available, we can provide you with the details in advance so that you can book accommodation at or nearby the start hotel. Please request this by sending a message through on the conversation page.

    • Can Expat Explore issue me with a visa?

      While Expat Explore endeavours to stay current on all major entry requirements, we are not a registered visa agent. We are, however, able to make things a little easier by providing you with the required supporting documents for a visa application once your tour is paid in full. It is a requirement of the embassies that tours are paid for in full before visa support documentation is requested and applications are made. When you have made the final payment for your booking, simply reach out to our Customer Support Team to request your visa support documents and confirm which embassy you will be applying to.

    • How much spending money do I need for my holiday?

      This is up to you and will vary depending on how much you wish to spend on snacks, drinks, souvenirs etc. We do not include entrance fees to attractions and museums. We do, however, provide you with free time to see everything you want, and our tour leaders will have all the information on pricing and locations so you can manage your own budget. Please refer to your tour-specific pre-departure information and optional excursions guide for further details.

    • Is travel insurance compulsory?

      It's your responsibility to arrange sufficient travel insurance for your trip. When you travel with Expat Explore, both you and your personal belongings do so at your own risk. A comprehensive insurance policy should cover medical expenses for illness or accidents before or during the holiday, as well as reimbursement for lost holiday funds due to cancellation, curtailment, or other insurable events. Make sure there are no exclusions that would limit coverage for the activities included in your tour.

      We generally recommend WorldNomads because they cover a wide variety of nationalities, but you are welcome to use any supplier that offers you the most comprehensive plan.

      You are able to obtain travel insurance through one of TourRadars partners, XCover. Please reach out to receive a quote.

    • How fit do I need to be to join and what is the average age range?

      We embrace travelers of all ages and backgrounds, prioritizing attitude and mindset over age restrictions. However, our tours are fast-paced and jam-packed with experiences. Regrettably, individuals with mobility limitations or those using wheelchairs may find this tour challenging. Comfortable walking shoes are essential for exploring quaint towns and navigating cobblestone streets. We want every traveler to fully enjoy their journey, so we encourage reviewing the itinerary carefully before making your booking decision.

    • If I book a tour for two or more people, will we share the same room?

      When you book for more than one person, we will by default group you together in the same room(s), unless you request single supplements or specifically request us not to.

      If there are unequal numbers (3, 5, 7 etc.) then the remaining traveller will be roomed with another passenger of the same gender, unless you opt to add a single supplement (subject to availability) to your booking. Please note that minors under the age of 18 cannot share with another traveller outside of your group's booking.

      If you are making separate bookings and would like to share the same room(s), please send us an email with the booking references for each of the travellers and the details of your preferred rooming allocation.

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    • Plugs & Adapters

      As a traveller from USA, Canada, England, Australia, New Zealand, South Africa you will need an adaptor for types C, E, F, L, J.

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    • Vaccines
      • These are only indications, so please visit your doctor before you travel to be 100% sure.
      • Tick-borne encephalitis - Recommended for Austria, Germany and Switzerland. Ideally 6 months before travel.
    • Visa
      • Unfortunately we cannot offer you a visa application service. Whether you need a visa or not depends on your nationality and where you wish to travel. Assuming your home country does not have a visa agreement with the country you're planning to visit, you will need to apply for a visa in advance of your scheduled departure.
      • Here is an indication for which countries you might need a visa. Please contact the local embassy for help applying for visas to these places.
    • Payment information
      • For any tour departing before January 20th, 2025 a full payment is necessary. For tours departing after January 20th, 2025, a minimum payment of 10% is required to confirm your booking with Expat Explore Travel. The final payment will be automatically charged to your credit card on the designated due date. The final payment of the remaining balance is required at least 60 days prior to the departure date of your tour. TourRadar never charges you a booking fee and will charge you in the stated currency.
      • Some departure dates and prices may vary and Expat Explore Travel will contact you with any discrepancies before your booking is confirmed.
      • The following cards are accepted for "Expat Explore Travel" tours: Visa, Maestro, Mastercard, American Express or PayPal. TourRadar does NOT charge you an extra fee for using any of these payment methods.
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      Some tours are not suitable for mobility-restricted traveller, however, some operators may be able to accommodate special requests. For any enquiries, you can contact our customer support team, who are ready and waiting to help you.

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