Touching the Fairytale Lands of Europe
FRANCE - SWITZERLAND - AUSTRIA - GERMANY — 10 Days
Where towns doze between the mountains, and time seems to have forgotten a few centuries.
There is a Europe you won’t find on the usual postcards — a Europe of quiet cobblestone squares, storybook lakeside villages, and cathedral bells that have rung, unbroken, for a thousand years. It is where:
A town square in Nancy still keeps its royal-era grace, its golden gates and Baroque façades unchanged since the time of kings.
Evening light falls over a small lakeside town, so beautiful you’d think you’d stepped into a page from a fairy tale.
Church bells still ring steadily over Zurich, as if no century has ever passed.
Hallstatt sits quietly by its lake, framed by the Alps, as if waiting for someone to pass by and hear its story. Salzburg stands proud as the birthplace of the first symphonies, its baroque streets still echoing with the music of Mozart.
This 10-day France, Switzerland, Austria & Germany tour takes you through Paris, Reims, Nancy, Lucerne, Zurich, Innsbruck, Hallstatt, Salzburg, and Munich — the fairytale lands of Western Europe. From the grandeur of Paris and the royal heritage of France to the alpine tranquility of Switzerland, the storybook charm of Austria, and the timeless character of Bavaria, this journey uncovers destinations that aren’t loudly celebrated, but leave a lasting mark on anyone who has once set foot there.
Every journey begins with a departure.
Meet the group at the airport, complete check-out procedures, and depart for Europe.
Overnight on the plane.
A gentle start to a complete journey.
Arrive in Paris, France, and go through immigration. A private vehicle transfers the group to the hotel to rest after the long flight. Visit Notre-Dame Cathedral at Point Zero, the historic heart of Paris, then admire the Eiffel Tower at sunset — the city’s unmistakable icon and one of the most photographed landmarks in the world.
Overnight in Paris. Lunch and dinner included.
A gentle start to a complete journey.
Head up to Montmartre, Paris’s famous artists’ quarter with its charming cobblestone streets, and visit the Sacré-Cœur Basilica for a sweeping panoramic view over the city. In the afternoon, admire the Arc de Triomphe and stroll along the Champs-Élysées, Paris’s most elegant and iconic avenue, lined with boutiques and cafés.
Overnight in Paris.
A journey into France’s royal heritage
Travel to Reims, the historic city where more than 30 French kings were crowned. Stop at the Porte de Mars, an almost 2,000-year-old Roman gate, and admire Reims Cathedral, the magnificent Gothic masterpiece tied to centuries of royal coronation ceremonies.
Continue to Nancy, France, to admire Place Stanislas — a royal square over 250 years old, celebrated for its intricate architecture and signature gilded iron gates, and recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Overnight in Nancy.
Experience the tranquil beauty of Switzerland
Depart for Lucerne, a picturesque Swiss city on Lake Lucerne at the foot of the Alps. Stop at the Chapel Bridge (Kapellbrücke), Europe’s oldest covered wooden bridge dating from the 14th century, admire the famous Lion Monument, and enjoy free time strolling through the charming old town along the Reuss River.
Continue on to Zurich, Switzerland’s largest city and financial center.
Overnight in Zurich.
Crossing the Alps into fairytale Austria
In Zurich, visit the Grossmünster and Fraumünster churches, renowned for their striking stained-glass windows designed by artist Marc Chagall, with free time to stroll along the peaceful shores of Lake Zurich.
Then cross the Swiss Alps into Austria, arriving in Innsbruck, where visitors admire the Golden Roof (Goldenes Dachl), the signature landmark of the historic old town, and the grand Maria-Theresien-Strasse avenue.
Overnight in Innsbruck.
A journey to Austria’s most beautiful fairytale village
Depart for Hallstatt, a picture-perfect village on Lake Hallstätter See widely considered one of the most beautiful destinations in Europe. Visit the Maria am Berg Church on the hillside for a panoramic view over the lake, with free time to explore the charming lakeside Marktplatz square.
Continue to Salzburg, Austria, the birthplace of Mozart. Visit Salzburg Cathedral and St. Peter’s Abbey, one of the oldest monasteries in the German-speaking world, founded by St. Rupert.
Overnight in Salzburg.
The streets where Mozart first drew breath.
Stroll along the historic Getreidegasse street, tied to Mozart’s childhood, then visit the Mozart Residence at Mozartplatz.
In the afternoon, admire the Mirabell Gardens, famously featured in the film The Sound of Music, with free time to explore Residenzplatz and Kapitelplatz squares, bustling beneath the Hohensalzburg Fortress and its striking golden Sphaera globe sculpture.
Overnight in Salzburg.
The colors of Bavaria in the heart of Germany.
Depart for Munich, Germany, stopping at Marienplatz with its famous astronomical clock tower, the Glockenspiel, and admiring Frauenkirche Church, the city’s iconic twin-towered landmark.
Enjoy free time at the Viktualienmarkt food market and the Kaufingerstraße shopping street, soaking in Munich’s lively city rhythm.
Visit St. Peter’s Church and the ornate Asamkirche, then admire Odeonsplatz square and the Theatinerkirche.
Overnight in Munich.
Carrying home unforgettable memories.
Check out and transfer to Munich Airport for the return flight to the United States, concluding this unforgettable France, Switzerland, Austria & Germany tour. Carnival US Travel looks forward to welcoming you on future journeys.
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Upon registration, a deposit per person is required to issue airline tickets, reserve hotels, and arrange transportation.
The remaining balance is due 60 days before departure.
First payment: $1,500 upon registration
Second payment: $2,500 before January 2, 2027
Third payment: remaining balance before March 3, 2027
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Guests over 75 years of age or more than 4 months pregnant, please contact our office before registering.
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Guests absent at departure are considered to have cancelled with no refund.
The tour price does not apply to personal visit purposes or commercial travel purposes.
The tour price is based on a minimum group size of 35 adult guests or more. Therefore, if the number of guests is lower, a surcharge will apply.
The company shall not be responsible for missed sightseeing or visiting points in cases where sightseeing or visiting sites are closed without prior notice, traffic delays occur, or guests remain at a location beyond the scheduled visiting time.
The company shall not be responsible in the event of missed flights due to guests not being present at the airport according to the airline’s required time, or due to the guests’ personal reasons.
Depending on actual circumstances, the order of sightseeing points in the program may be changed, but all original sightseeing points will still be ensured.
In objective circumstances such as terrorism, natural disasters, visa processing timelines from the Consulate, or schedule changes by public transportation providers such as airlines or trains, the travel company reserves the right to change the itinerary for the convenience and safety of guests, and shall be exempt from liability for compensation for any resulting damages or losses.
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