2024 EUROPE LAND JOURNEYS SCENIC FREECHOICE
Whether your interests lie in seeing great works of art and architecture, tasting regional specialties, visiting historic sites or learning about local culture and traditions, you’ll always find a Scenic Freechoice activity to enjoy. And of course, they’re all included.
CROATIA
DUBROVNIK
TOUR OF DUBROVNIK’S OLD TOWN WALLS
Each guest is different, so we appreciate that you may want to move at your own pace. Perhaps you’ll want to follow a busy day with one at a more relaxed tempo or simply relax throughout. We’ve divided our extensive list of Scenic Freechoice activities into active, moderate and relaxed pace so you can choose those which best suit your requirements and interests.
Active
For those keen to explore further afield or take part in more energetic excursions.
Moderate
A comfortable walking pace at which you can easily discover a beautiful city or marketplace.
CZECH REPUBLIC PRAGUE
Relaxed
A slower pace allowing you to enjoy a show or perhaps take part in a class.
2.5 hours
See the amazing sights from the walled city of Dubrovnik; here you can view the city famous for its red brick roofs, from the medieval wall built over hundreds of years at the end of the middle ages. The wall measures just less than 2 km in length and stands between 5 and 24m high.
EXCURSION TO THE KONAVALE VILLAGES AND CAVTAT
3.5 hours
Drive outside of the city to the quaint villages of the Konavle region. Enjoy these typical Croatian villages with your local guide and discover village life. Then continue your trip with a visit to Cavtat, a sea front town dating back to the 6th century.
BEER WALKING TOUR OF PRAGUE
INCLUDING BEER TASTING
2 hours
During this tour, join your local guide on a walk through some of the more historic parts of the city, such as Wencelas Square, en route to one of the city’s most popular beer halls. Learn about communist times as your local guide shares some of their personal experiences from growing up during the socialist regime. Taste some of the local brew produced in this region as well as some tasty snacks.
GUIDED TOUR OF PARIS
4 hours
Join your local guide as you coach through the city seeing many of its most famous sights. Marvel at Paris’ most iconic landmark, the Eiffel tower, drive the famous Champs-Élysées as well as see the Arc de Triomphe, Notre Dame Cathedral and Concorde Square.
GERMANY BERLIN
THE BERLIN WALL MEMORIAL AND HACKESCHE HÖFE
2.5 hours
This guided tour is a combination of walking and using the train/subway. The tour will use 3 different historic train lines, including the North/South line that was built in the 1930’s. You will visit the new memorial on Bernauer Strasse and the long stretch of the Berlin wall - the only part where the second wall still exists. Discover the history and relive some of the stories from this time of Germany’s history. Continue by subway to Hackesche Hoefe where you will have free time to explore this famous area of Berlin.
POTSDAM
2 hours
Journey to Potsdam where a local historian will share their insights on the town and its history, and visit Cecilienhof Palace where the Potsdam treaty was signed in 1945.
IRELAND DUBLIN
HISTORICAL IRELAND
1.5 hours
During your tour discover Dublin’s fascinating past. Learn about the Irish Revolution, the decade long conflict and visit the EPIC Irish Emigration Museum to gain a deep understanding of what it means to be Irish.
GUINNESS STOREHOUSE
2 hours
With your local guide, visit the Guinness Storehouse and factory to discover how this famous brew is made. After your guided tour, learn how to pull the perfect pint and enjoy a tasting from the 7th floor vantage point overlooking the city of Dublin.
POLAND WARSAW
PIEROGI COOKING CLASS
2 hours
Enjoy a cooking class and learn to make Poland’s national dish, Pierogi. These traditional dumplings have been a favourite meal since the 13th century. After a fun-filled morning of making these delicious morsels you will have the opportunity to taste your handiwork.
MUSEUM OF HISTORY OF POLISH JEWS
2 hours
Learn about the plight of the Jewish community during a visit to the Museum of History of Polish Jews. This museum is a modern cultural institution showcasing the 1000 years of Polish Jews’ history.
PORTUGAL LISBON
EXCURSION TO SINTRA
4 hours
Board your coach for the climb to the hilltop town of Sintra and visit the impressive Sintra National Palace.
MARITIME MUSEUM
3.5 hours
With your local guide, explore the Maritime history of the Portuguese and learn about some of the discoveries that changed the world.
ROMANIA TRANSYLVANIA
WALKING TOUR OF SIGHISOARA 2.5 hours
Enjoy a walking tour in the colourful Sighisoara with your local guide today and learn about its medieval architecture and history.
GUIDED HIKING IN SIGHISOARA 3 hours
During 3 hours today we will visit the fortified medieval citadel as well as hike up to the Church on the Hill where you will have the most beautiful vistas of Sighisoara.
SPAIN MADRID
FLAMENCO DANCE WORKSHOP
1.5-2 hours
Learn the history of Photography in the town where it was first invented. The museum aims to explain photography since its invention through to the digital image. Its collection includes almost three million photographs and objects, which guests will observe during their guided tour.
GUIDED TOUR OF PRADO MUSEUM 3 hours
Visit the delightful Prado Museum where your guide will escort you through the collections. The museum opened in 1819 and has since successfully fulfilled its mission of preserving, exhibiting and enriching its collections of art, which are linked closely to the history of Spain.
SPAIN SEVILLE
HORSE DRAWN CARRIAGE
2 hours
See the city’s highlights from a different angle during a horsedrawn carriage tour. Your guide will provide an insight of the main attractions in a fun and authentic way.
FLAMENCO SHOW
2 hours
Experience the heart and soul of Spain at an expressive Flamenco show. You will be mesmerised by the spirit of the performance and the passion displayed by the dancers.
SWITZERLAND LUGANO
ROYAL PALACE OF MADRID
2.5 hours
Visit the marvellous 18th century Royal Palace of Madrid and see the former residence of the Spanish Kings. Admire the many reception rooms, the Throne Room as well as the Museum area whilst your guide imparts their impressive knowledge of Spanish history and society.
CABLE CAR TO MONTE BRÈ
3 hours
Journey by funicular to the top of Monte Brè. The spectacular observation point from the top allows for breathtaking views across Lake Lugano and the Alps.
FLAVOURS OF LUGANO WALKING TOUR
2 hours
With your local guide, explore the highlights of Lugano as you sample some of the region’s culinary highlights. Although located in Switzerland, Lugano has a distinct Italian flair and you will learn how the influence of Swiss and Italian roots impacts the region’s cuisine.
SWITZERLAND LAUSANNE
CHAPLIN’S WORLD
2 hours
Learn about one of the 20th century’s most celebrated artists during a visit to the Chaplin’s World Museum.
VAUD WINE REGION
3 hours
Lausanne is surrounded by rolling vineyards, and this morning, visit one of the region’s best-known wineries. At the cellar door, enjoy a tasting of fine wines in idyllic surrounds.
Please refer to specific itinerary pages for included Scenic Freechoice activities. Certain Scenic Freechoice options may require pre selection prior to travel.
Certain Scenic Freechoice activities may have minimum and maximum numbers. Applicable to 2024 Europe Land Journeys itineraries and subject to change.