The Tauck Difference
 Virtually Every Travel Expense is Included
When you travel with Tauck, you’ll save up to 40% on the cost of traveling the same itinerary on your own. What’s more, virtually every major travel expense is included: Along with most meals, your hotel accommodations, cruises, sightseeing, admissions to museums, galleries and theaters – even taxes and port charges – are built into the price of your trip. Guests are often delightfully surprised at how much is included. You can practically leave your wallet at home! A Tauck vacation offers you both superb quality and extraordinary value.
Free Time for Your Own Personal Discovery
We build plenty of time at leisure into every Tauck itinerary, so you’re free to linger at the perfect sidewalk café in Paris, enjoy a hike in the Canadian Rockies – or indulge yourself at the hotel spa.
Insightful Tour Directors
During your travels, you have the pleasurable advantage of being with a Tauck Tour Director who is fully knowledgeable about the destination, its history and its culture. You can relax knowing that you are accompanied by a professional who manages the flow of events... a problem-solver (in the unlikely event a problem should arise)... an insider who saves you precious time... and a friend who will help transform your trip into a truly memorable journey.
Unique and Distinguished Hotels in the Best Locations
When you travel with Tauck, you enjoy some of the best rooms at the world's finest hotels. With Tauck, you may stay in oceanfront rooms at the Royal Hawaiian Hotel, lake-view rooms at Chateau Lake Louise, or along the Grand Canyon rim at Kachina Lodge. Many of our hotels, such as Le Grand Intercontinental Hotel in Paris, the Oberoi Amervilas in Agra, India, and the Sabi Sabi Private Game Reserve in South Africa, are rated among the world's finest.
TOURS OF EUROPE
BRITAIN & IRELAND
Guests enjoy royal treatment on Ireland and Great Britain tours that feature famous castle-hotels, private guides and special performances.
Famous Irish castle-hotels and manor houses, the dramatic Cliffs of Moher, pastoral Cotswold landscapes, mystical Loch Lomond and of course vibrant London are just some of the many highlights of these Ireland and Great Britain tours. Escape to centuries past as you watch a Shakespearean performance at Stratford-upon-Avon or view the mysterious monoliths outside of Dublin; imagine yourself as royalty aboard first-class trains, steam yachts and river cruise ships.
Land Journeys:
The Best of Ireland
Small Group departures of no more than 26 Tauck guests! With stays at Dromoland Castle, Mount Juliet Conrad and Ashford Castle, experience some of the world’s best-loved hotels on this Ireland tour, including travels to the Cliffs of Moher, Killarney, Waterford and the Ring of Kerry.
The Best of Ireland featuring Northern Ireland – 2009
Experience some of the world’s best-loved castle hotels on this Ireland tour including Northern Ireland travel; visit Derry, Giants Causeway, Belfast, Dublin, the Cliffs of Moher, Killarney, Waterford and the Ring of Kerry.
England, Scotland & Wales
Small Group departures of no more than 26 Tauck guests! On a journey featuring the best of Scotland, Wales & England travel from Edinburgh to the English Lake District; explore medieval Wales, Bath, Stonehenge and Stratford-upon-Avon; and end with two nights in the heart of London including a West End performance of Wicked.
A Week In... Ireland
Tauck's Ireland travel week combines multiple nights at some of the Emerald Isle's finest hotels; indulge in Irish lore and culture from dramatic western landscapes to the Georgian streets of Dublin.
A Week In... London and Paris
Small Group departures of no more than 26 Tauck guests! The Mona Lisa beckons you to experience the powerful history and rich culture on Tauck’s weeklong Paris and London tour, highlighted by afternoon tea and a West End theater performance in London, and a visit to the Louvre and a dinner cruise on the Seine in Paris.
A Week In... Scotland
An enriching Scotland travel experience! From Rob Roy country to the Highlands, explore Edinburgh's eclectic blend of historic landmarks and modern ingenuity; the tranquil beauty of Loch Lomond; Blair Castle; and the dramatic scenery of Inverness and the Highlands.
Castles & Kings: London to Paris –Tauck Family Travel to Great Britain:
Family FYI: Did you know that the Eiffel Tower has over 2.5 million rivets, 15,000 iron pieces, over 40 tons of paint and 1,652 steps to the top? History books come alive on our family London and Paris tour – see the Eiffel Tower, Tower of London, Windsor Castle, Versailles, Notre Dame, and a performance of Wicked in London’s West End.
ITALY TOURS
Discover glorious cathedrals, tantalizing food, rich archives of art, stunning scenery, and romantic landscapes on these Italy tours.
Timeless treasures of a legendary land await you on Tauck's Italy travel packages. In Italy travel from the sun-kissed hilltowns of Tuscany to the stunning Amalfi Coast, enjoying Tauck's do-it-all-for-you service, fine accommodations and special experiences you can't get on your own, like private, after-hours visits to the Vatican Museums and the Sistine Chapel – hallmarks of the best in Italy travel.
New 2009 Brochure!
Land Journeys:
Classic Italy –
Featuring private after-hours visits to the Vatican Museums! Small Group departures of no more than 26 Tauck guests! Tauck's most comprehensive Italy tour visits Venice, Florence, Rome, Pompeii, Tuscan hill towns, and the Amalfi Coast – total Italian immersion, with world-renowned art, architecture, preserved medieval towns, and dramatic scenery.
Italian Lakes, Venice, Florence and Rome –
Travel Italy with Tauck to see the romantic landscapes that inspired the imagination of poets, artists and writers for centuries, from the irresistible beauty of the Italian lakes to the lush Tuscan countryside and the timeless treasures of Venice, Florence and Rome… with a private after-hours tour of the Vatican Museums – a Tauck Exclusive!
A Week In... Italy –
Private after-hours visits to the Vatican, frescoed cathedrals, priceless art masterpieces, the glory of the Roman Empire, medieval hilltop towns, and the treasures of the Uffizi Gallery are all highlighted on this 8-day Florence, Rome, and Tuscany tour.
Tuscany, Umbria and Florence –
From chocolate-making in Perugia to wine-tastings in bucolic Tuscan vineyards -- plus some of the world's greatest art masterpieces -- Tauck presents the best of the Italian countryside on this comprehensive Tuscany, Umbria, and Florence tour.
A Week In... Rome, Capri & the Amalfi Coast –
Discover Italy's antiquities, architecture, and dramatic scenery from the ruins of Pompeii to cliff-clinging seaside villages, relics of ancient Rome, and a private, after-hours visit to the Vatican on Tauck's one-week journey featuring Rome, Capri and the Amalfi Coast.
A Week In... Capri, the Amalfi Coast and Rome –
Small Group departures of no more than 26 Tauck guests! This weeklong journey features private, after-hours visits to the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel, and includes 2 nights on the enchanted Isle of Capri, 2 nights on the Amalfi Coast and 3 nights at an exclusive hotel set in a 17th-century palazzo in the center of Rome!
Bellissima Northern Italy –
An Italian vacation like no other, Tauck’s 11-day Bellissima Northern Italy discovers the many delights of the country’s lesser-known north. From Milan to the Italian lakes to Verona, Mantua, Bologna and Venice, this is an inspiring exploration of Italy off-the-beaten path.
Cruising Mediterranean Shores – Ocean Cruising Journeys:
The highlights of the Western Mediterranean Sea are explored aboard ms Noordam on a 13-day journey that includes Monte-Carlo, Barcelona, Sicily, Tunisia, Palma de Majorca, Naples, and the ruins of Pompeii, plus two nights on land in glorious Rome.
Mediterranean Voyage: Monte Carlo to Athens – Ocean Cruising Journeys:
Voyage through time aboard a luxurious Regent cruise ship; from Monte Carlo cruise for 7 days to Rome, Sicily, the Cote d’Azur,ancient Ephesus, the Turkish Riviera and the Greek Isles; spend two nights on land in the heart of Monte Carlo and Athens.
Treasures of the Mediterranean – Ocean Cruising Journeys:
Tauck’s 11-day journey features a week-long Mediterranean cruise aboard Le Ponant to Corsica, Sicily, and Malta, plus the islands of Lipari, Ponza, Elba and Stromboli – and takes in Monte-Carlo and the Amalfi Coast.
Sicily, the Amalfi Coast & Rome – Ocean Cruising Journeys:
A highlight of this Italy cruise aboard Tauck's private yacht is your land stay in Rome – and Tauck's exclusive private after-hours visit to the Vatican Museums! See the historic sights of Sicily, the Amalfi Coast, Naples, Malta, Rome and the remote Aeolian Isles on this 11-day journey.
Venice & the Dalmatian Coast – Ocean Cruising Journeys:
View the pristine Dalmatian coastline from the sea aboard Le Levant, taking in castles, palaces, and cultural treasures on a Croatia travel adventure that begins in amazing Venice and explores UNESCO World Heritage Sites such as Dubrovnik, Kotor and Diocletian's Palace.
Sicily –City Extension
New for 2009! Tauck's Sicily tours are a delightful way to make the enjoyment of a vacation in Europe last a few days longer. Choose our new Sicily Extension and spend 4 nights at a charmingly restored Dominican monastery dating back 7 centuries in the heart of stunning Taormina. Travel back to the days of the ancient Greeks as you explore Sicily. Your local host can help you make arrangements for everything from dinner reservations to special sightseeing excursions. CALL FOR MORE DETAILS
Italia Bella: Rome to Venice (Family Travel) – Tauck Family Travel to Italy
Family FYI: Did you know that there are seven bells in the Leaning Tower of Pisa, one for each note of the musical scale? A private after-hours tour of the Vatican Museums, a visit to Pisa to see the famous tower and learn how to make pizza, and multiple-night stays in Rome, Florence and Venice highlight this most family-friendly of Italy tours.
The Sweet Life: Rome & Sorrento (Family Travel) - Tauck Family Travel to Italy
Family FYI: Did you know that Rome's Colosseum could hold up to 55,000 people – and was sometimes used for mock naval battles! It's the sweet life with Tauck on an Italy vacation – on an exclusive, private after-hours visit to the Vatican Museums, in a convertible car sightseeing on Capri, on a lesson in making Neapolitan pizza, and much, much more.
MEDITERRANEAN
These waters are long favored by yachtsmen and culture seekers; discover for yourself what makes Tauck's Mediterranean tours so popular.
What do you envision as a perfect Mediterranean travel getaway? Little can compare to a small ship's approach in Bonifacio, Corsica... antiquities discovered in the gentle Sicilian countryside... the whitewashed villages of a Greek isle... the dramatic Amalfi coastline... or the centuries-old city walls of Dubrovnik. Mediterranean travel with Tauck includes land journeys and cruises along the Adriatic and Aegean Seas, combining the relaxation of sailing with in-depth discovery via private excursions to the historical ruins of Ephesus, Carthage, Pompeii and Segesta and cultural meccas along the Spanish, French, Italian and Turkish Rivieras.
Land Journeys
Wonders of Greece – 2009
Experience the best of Greek history and culture on this memorable 10-day Greece tour. Find inspiration at every turn... from ancient seaside Thessaloníki and the astounding rock-perched monasteries of Metéora to mystical Delphi, Vergina's Royal Tombs and Olympia, birthplace of the Olympics, to the heart of Greek culture in Athens.
Sicily, the Amalfi Coast & Rome – Ocean Cruising Journeys:
A highlight of this Italy cruise aboard Tauck's private yacht is your land stay in Rome – and Tauck's exclusive private after-hours visit to the Vatican Museums! See the historic sights of Sicily, the Amalfi Coast, Naples, Malta, Rome and the remote Aeolian Isles on this 11-day journey.
Venice & the Dalmatian Coast – Ocean Cruising Journeys:
View the pristine Dalmatian coastline from the sea aboard Le Levant, taking in castles, palaces, and cultural treasures on a Croatia travel adventure that begins in amazing Venice and explores UNESCO World Heritage Sites such as Dubrovnik, Kotor and Diocletian's Palace.
Mediterranean Discovery – Small Ship
From France's glamorous Côte d'Azur to Spain's Costa Brava and lovely Majorca, a magical cruise aboard Tauck's private yacht Le Ponant sails to some of the most popular spots in Europe.
Treasures of the Mediterranean – Ocean Cruising Journeys:
Tauck’s 11-day journey features a week-long Mediterranean cruise aboard Le Ponant to Corsica, Sicily, and Malta, plus the islands of Lipari, Ponza, Elba and Stromboli – and takes in Monte-Carlo and the Amalfi Coast.
Mediterranean Voyage: Monte Carlo to Athens – Ocean Cruising Journeys:
Voyage through time aboard a luxurious Regent cruise ship; from Monte Carlo cruise for 7 days to Rome, Sicily, the Cote d’Azur,ancient Ephesus, the Turkish Riviera and the Greek Isles; spend two nights on land in the heart of Monte Carlo and Athens.
Cruising Mediterranean Shores – Ocean Cruising Journeys:
The highlights of the Western Mediterranean Sea are explored aboard ms Noordam on a 13-day journey that includes Monte-Carlo, Barcelona, Sicily, Tunisia, Palma de Majorca, Naples, and the ruins of Pompeii, plus two nights on land in glorious Rome.
Treasures of the Aegean – 2009
From the Parthenon to the Blue Mosque, see classical antiquities and UNESCO World Heritage Sites on an Aegean Sea and Greek Island cruise that features memorable hotel stays in Athens and Istanbul.
FRANCE
In France tour poignant beaches in Normandy, gentle abbeys in Provence and the glamour and cultural indulgence of Paris on these ever-popular discoveries. From the moving memorials at Omaha Beach to the glitz and glamour of the Côte d’Azur, these France tours combine insights to historical landmarks with a taste of the cultural panache that defines all things French. Visit Loire chateaux, quiet Provencal abbeys and cobblestoned villages, the Bordeaux and Côte du Rhone wine regions, or the famed boulevards and culinary tables of Paris.
Land Journeys:
Normandy, Brittany, Paris & the Loire Valley –
Small Group departures of no more than 26 Tauck guests! Visit the poignant beaches of D-Day, discover the rugged Brittany Coast, dine at an elegant estate in chateaux country, and spend three memorable nights in Paris on one of the most comprehensive Northern France and Normandy tours from Tauck.
A Week In... Paris & Provence –
Small Group departures of no more than 26 Tauck guests! Experience what makes a France tour with Tauck unforgettable: an adventure walk on the Pont du Gard, an olive-oil tasting at Mas des Barres, exploring magical Monte-Carlo and Provence, a romantic dinner cruise on Paris’ River Seine and more.
A Week In... London and Paris
Small Group departures of no more than 26 Tauck guests! The Mona Lisa beckons you to experience the powerful history and rich culture on Tauck’s weeklong Paris and London tour, highlighted by afternoon tea and a West End theater performance in London, and a visit to the Louvre and a dinner cruise on the Seine in Paris.
Cruising Mediterranean Shores – Ocean Cruising Journeys:
The highlights of the Western Mediterranean Sea are explored aboard ms Noordam on a 13-day journey that includes Monte-Carlo, Barcelona, Sicily, Tunisia, Palma de Majorca, Naples, and the ruins of Pompeii, plus two nights on land in glorious Rome.
Treasures of the Mediterranean – Ocean Cruising Journeys:
Tauck’s 11-day journey features a week-long Mediterranean cruise aboard Le Ponant to Corsica, Sicily, and Malta, plus the islands of Lipari, Ponza, Elba and Stromboli – and takes in Monte-Carlo and the Amalfi Coast.
Mediterranean Discovery –
From France's glamorous Côte d'Azur to Spain's Costa Brava and lovely Majorca, a magical cruise aboard Tauck's private yacht Le Ponant sails to some of the most popular spots in Europe.
Mediterranean Voyage: Monte Carlo to Athens – Ocean Cruising Journeys:
Voyage through time aboard a luxurious Regent cruise ship; from Monte Carlo cruise for 7 days to Rome, Sicily, the Cote d’Azur,ancient Ephesus, the Turkish Riviera and the Greek Isles; spend two nights on land in the heart of Monte Carlo and Athens.
Paris – 2009 City Extension
New for 2009! Frequent visitors and first-timers alike enjoy the many pleasures of Paris tours. Treat yourself to our new 5-day, 4-night Paris Extension with a knowledgeable local host to help you maximize your enjoyment while you’re there. From your boutique hotel on the fashionable Left Bank, discover the beautiful “city of light” through the eyes of Parisians themselves with the services of your local host, our comprehensive sightseeing and innovative experiences available only to Tauck guests. CALL FOR DETAILS
Castles & Kings: London to Paris –Tauck Family Travel to Great Britain:
Family FYI: Did you know that the Eiffel Tower has over 2.5 million rivets, 15,000 iron pieces, over 40 tons of paint and 1,652 steps to the top? History books come alive on our family London and Paris tour – see the Eiffel Tower, Tower of London, Windsor Castle, Versailles, Notre Dame, and a performance of Wicked in London’s West End.
SPAIN & PORTUGAL
A diversity of cultural influences, found in the cuisine, architecture, and treasures of art, is just one of the many reasons to travel on Tauck’s Portugal and Spain tours.
Step inside the grand Moorish palace of the Alhambra, gaze at treasures – inside and out – at the world renowned Guggenheim Museum Bilbao, follow pilgrim’s footsteps on the path of St. James to Santiago de Compostela or stroll the UNESCO World Heritage sites of Sintra and Evora, and you will understand the historical, cultural and religious passion throughout these lands and carefully woven into a Portugal or Spain tour.
Land Journeys:
Paradors of Northern Spain –
Small Group departures of no more than 26 Tauck guests! Travel from Barcelona into the dramatic Pyrenees and along Spain's northern coast, with stays at historic paradors in destinations including San Sebastián, Bilbao, León, and the incomparable Santiago de Compostela. As Tauck's unique Spain tour ends, continue with a journey down the Portuguese coast to Porto and Lisbon.
Spain and Portugal –
Highlights of Tauck’s enriching Spain and Portugal tour include Lisbon and Sintra in Portugal, and Seville, Gibraltar, Ronda, Granada, Toledo and Madrid in Spain; dine at a sherry bodega and a traditional Andalucían inn, and visit a renowned school of equestrian art.
A Week In... Spain –
Witness Spain's diverse cultural heritage on Tauck’s Spain vacation that visits Barcelona, Granada, Ronda, Seville, Córdoba, and Madrid. Enjoy a private flamenco performance, a horse-drawn carriage ride in Seville, and a guided tour of Madrid’s Museo del Prado.
Cruising Mediterranean Shores – Ocean Cruising Journeys:
The highlights of the Western Mediterranean Sea are explored aboard ms Noordam on a 13-day journey that includes Monte-Carlo, Barcelona, Sicily, Tunisia, Palma de Majorca, Naples, and the ruins of Pompeii, plus two nights on land in glorious Rome.
Mediterranean Discovery –
From France's glamorous Côte d'Azur to Spain's Costa Brava and lovely Majorca, a magical cruise aboard Tauck's private yacht Le Ponant sails to some of the most popular spots in Europe.
Spanish Adventure: Explorers and Conquistadors - Tauck Family Travel to Spain:
Family FYI: Did you know that flamenco is a lot more than a dance? It is an art form that features singing, the guitar and rhythmic hand clapping. You and your family will learn to dance the flamenco, taste tapas, go to a world-famous soccer stadium and more on one of the best family Spain tours!
CENTRAL & EASTERN EUROPE
Enjoy Central Europe tours that follow the scenic Alps, major waterways and backroads leading to Europe's great cities and charming country villages.
This is the heart of Europe: Alpine vistas in Switzerland, Germany and Austria; preserved medieval towns and castles along the legendary Rhine and Danube waterways; imperial splendors in Vienna and Budapest; cafés, bistros, and bierstubes in villages off-the-beaten-path; and architectural triumphs in grand cities of Amsterdam, Berlin, Warsaw, Prague, Dubrovnik, and more. When you embark on Central and Eastern Europe travel days with Tauck you go far beyond traditional sights to discover the region’s varied cultural personas.
Land Journeys:
Croatia and Slovenia – 2009
Small Group departures of no more than 26 Tauck guests! Discover a world of ancient walled cities, medieval villages and Roman ruins on an 11-day Croatia tour that explores Dubrovnik, Hvar, Split, Salona and Zagreb, and includes Ljubljana in Slovenia
Alpine Interlude – 2009
A resort stay in Interlaken, a cogwheel train journey to the Jungfraujoch, a Tyrolean dinner at an authentic mountain Hütte and a classical music concert in Salzburg are some of the highlights of this 12-day journey through the Austrian, German, Italian and Swiss Alps.
Switzerland – 2009
No Switzerland travel adventure is complete without picturesque mountains, sparkling lakes and fashionable cities including Montreux, St. Moritz, and Lucerne; journey by cogwheel train, and enjoy a rail excursion in a private domed observation car aboard the Glacier Express.
Warsaw, Budapest, Vienna & Prague – 2009
Small Group departures of no more than 26 Tauck guests! Our two-week Eastern Europe and Poland tour includes a visit to medieval Cracow, the memorial at Auschwitz, a private Chopin recital in Warsaw, a dinner cruise on the Danube in Budapest, a private concert in Vienna, and a special evening at a castle in Prague.
Romantic Germany – 2009
Discover the lush Rhine River valley, Bavaria's magnificent alpine scenery, the Romantic Road and the heart of the Black Forest on Tauck's value-packed two-week Germany tour; visit such famed cities as Heidelberg, Weimar, Baden-Baden, Munich, Dresden and Berlin.
A Week In... Imperial Europe – 2009
Tauck's one-week Eastern Europe tour includes multiple nights in the imperial cities of Budapest, Vienna and Prague plus picturesque travels through the Hungarian, Austrian, and the Czech Republic countryside.
Oberammergau 2010
Be among the first in 2008 to receive details about Tauck’s journeys in 2010 to Obergammergau, Germany – and see one of the world’s greatest events, the Passion Play!
A Week In... Bavaria, The Dolomites & Venice – 2010
New for 2010 – Including the Passion Play! - Watch the Passion Play from our premier seating, explore the Dolomites and Lake Garda, and discover the cultural kinship between Innsbruck, Munich, Verona and Venice – on a new Tauck Oberammergau travel experience that takes you from the mountains to the sea!
Romantic Germany – 2010
Including the Passion Play! - Experience the power of the 2010 Passion Play from Tauck's premier seating during a 2-night stay at a 5-star boutique hotel in Oberammergau on a 2-week Germany tour including Heidelberg, Baden-Baden, Munich, Dresden and Berlin.
Alpine Interlude – 2010
Including the Passion Play! - Our ultimate alpine experience features Tauck's premier seating at the 2010 Oberammergau Passion Play, a cogwheel train journey to the Jungfraujoch and more on a 12-day adventure through the Austrian, German, Italian and Swiss Alps.
Holland & Belgium in Spring - River Boat Cruising Journeys:
Colorful flowers, picturesque windmills, art museums, canal-laced medieval towns, and a look at the art of making chocolate highlight this most memorable of springtime Belgium and Holland cruises along scenic inland waterways aboard Swiss Sapphire or Swiss Emerald.
The Blue Danube –River Boat Cruising Journeys:
Wind your way past medieval landscapes on a Danube River cruise aboard Swiss Emerald, Swiss Sapphire, or the new Swiss Jewel to discover castles, cathedrals, frescoes and Habsburg palaces in five European countries. Includes land stays featuring two nights each in Prague and Budapest at centrally located 5-star hotels.
Amsterdam to Budapest by Riverboat –River Boat Cruising Journeys:
Tauck's Danube, Main, and Rhine cruise aboard Swiss Sapphire, Swiss Emerald or the new Swiss Jewel glides past ancient castles and soaring cathedrals, taking in revered UNESCO World Heritage Sites like Schönbrunn Palace and Kölner Dam (Cologne Cathedral).
The Rhine and Moselle –River Boat Cruising Journeys:
The newest of Tauck's Rhine River cruises explores two of Europe's most scenic rivers between Amsterdam and the northernmost corner of Switzerland on a 12-night cruise aboard Swiss Sapphire or Swiss Emerald – including four days discovering the castles, wineries and medieval market towns of the Moselle Valley.
Budapest to the Black Sea – The Lower Danube –River Boat Cruising Journeys:
Explore Europe's heart on one of Tauck’s popular Danube cruises aboard Swiss Sapphire, Swiss Emerald or the new Swiss Jewel between Budapest and the Black Sea, along what was once a highway for ancient civilizations. See dramatic castles, quaint towns, and centuries-old monasteries, and enjoy the cultural treasures of Budapest and Bucharest.
Prague to the Black Sea –River Boat Cruising Journeys:
Tauck's 19-day journey through Europe’s ancient heart – combining The Blue Danube and Budapest to the Black Sea and including an unforgettable 14-night luxury riverboat cruise along the Danube aboard either Swiss Emerald, Swiss Sapphire or the new Swiss Jewel – offers the very best in Eastern Europe travel!
Grand European Cruise –River Boat Cruising Journeys:
Explore European landscapes on Tauck's ultimate North Sea to Black Sea tour by riverboat! Set off aboard Swiss Emerald, Swiss Sapphire or the new Swiss Jewel on a grand 3-week cruise through nine European countries along the Rhine, Main and Danube, plus two nights at a historic 5-star hotel in Bucharest.
Mediterranean Voyage: Monte Carlo to Athens – Ocean Cruising Journeys:
Voyage through time aboard a luxurious Regent cruise ship; from Monte Carlo cruise for 7 days to Rome, Sicily, the Cote d’Azur,ancient Ephesus, the Turkish Riviera and the Greek Isles; spend two nights on land in the heart of Monte Carlo and Athens.
Treasures of the Mediterranean – Ocean Cruising Journeys:
Tauck’s 11-day journey features a week-long Mediterranean cruise aboard Le Ponant to Corsica, Sicily, and Malta, plus the islands of Lipari, Ponza, Elba and Stromboli – and takes in Monte-Carlo and the Amalfi Coast.
Istanbul & the Black Sea – 2009
Explore a treasure trove of historic sites in Ukraine, Romania, Bulgaria and Turkey on a 7-night Black Sea cruise aboard the small ship Le Levant, plus four nights at a luxury hotel in Istanbul.
Treasures of the Aegean – 2009
From the Parthenon to the Blue Mosque, see classical antiquities and UNESCO World Heritage Sites on an Aegean Sea and Greek Island cruise that features memorable hotel stays in Athens and Istanbul.
Venice & the Dalmatian Coast – 2009
View the pristine Dalmatian coastline from the sea aboard Le Levant, taking in castles, palaces, and cultural treasures on a Croatia travel adventure that begins in amazing Venice and explores UNESCO World Heritage Sites such as Dubrovnik, Kotor and Diocletian's Palace.
Mediterranean Discovery –
From France's glamorous Côte d'Azur to Spain's Costa Brava and lovely Majorca, a magical cruise aboard Tauck's private yacht Le Ponant sails to some of the most popular spots in Europe.
Warsaw / Cracow –City Extensions
New for 2009 – Tauck’s new 5-day, 4-night extension Poland tours are the perfect way to make your Tauck European vacation last a little longer. Three nights in Warsaw put this wonderful city, with so much to explore, at your fingertips. Spend a night in a magnificent 15th-century merchant’s house as you discover the many delights of Cracow. Your local host provides concierge-style services to enhance your enjoyment of your time in Poland. CALL FOR RATES AND INFORMATION
Berlin / Dresden –City Extensions
New for 2009 – Extend your vacation with a 5-day, 4-night Germany travel adventure including two-night stays in both Berlin and Dresden. Visit the Meissen Porcelain Factory and discover Potsdam’s World War II significance. Explore the recently completed reconstruction of Dresden and its landmark, the elaborate Frauenkirche (Church of Our Lady), and soak up the history and modern ambiance of Berlin while enjoying the services of a knowledgeable local host. CALL FOR RATES AND INFORMATION
Once Upon a Time: Budapest to Vienna –Family Travel to Central & Eastern Europe:
New for 2009 - Family FYI: Did you know that there are over 1,440 rooms in Schönbrunn Palace? An insider's tour of the Lipizzaner horse farm, a private Danube River cruise, a medieval feast, and a cogwheel train ride through the Vienna woods are just a few highlights of this magical journey from Budapest to Vienna, one of Tauck Bridges' newest Europe family tours.
Cruising the Blue Danube –Family Travel to Central & Eastern Europe:
New for 2009 - Family FYI: Did you know that King Richard the Lionhearted was once held for ransom in a castle in what is now Austria? See the Old World through new eyes on one of our newest Europe tours – a family-friendly 7-night Danube riverboat cruise filled with fun, adventure and discoveries in some of Europe's greatest cities!
SCANDINAVIA
Discover the world’s most beautiful fjords, the charm of quaint seaside villages and the intriguing maritime heritage on these Scandinavian travel journeys.
Nordic legends and Viking tales come to life in Norway, Denmark, and Sweden. Viking ships and a folk museum depict early eras; medieval castles and well-preserved port towns illuminate the Middle Ages; and ornate palaces and crown jewels illustrate royal epochs. Cosmopolitan capitals, pristine fjords, impressive glaciers, and private cruises all highlight Scandinavia travel
Land Journeys:
Scandinavia –
Discover a Nordic wonderland on Tauck's 2-week Scandinavia tour through Sweden, Denmark and Norway – cruising spectacular fjords, gazing at glaciers, viewing Viking ships, riding one of the world's steepest railway lines through the mountains, exploring a medieval port, and visiting a stave church and a Danish castle.
St. Petersburg & the Baltic Sea –Ocean Cruising Journeys:
Witness the legendary accomplishments of the Vikings to the historic legacies of the czars as you cruise Russia and Scandinavia through the Baltic Sea; explore treasured sites in Copenhagen, Stockholm, Helsinki, St. Petersburg, Tallinn and medieval Visby.
RUSSIA
Medieval cities, world-renowned museums and historical treasures on these Baltic and Russia tours make these some of travel’s hottest destinations.
On Tauck’s Russia tour, fortresses, palaces, and treasures of the Czars contrast with the Kremlin, Red Square, and an infamous bunker. Priceless masterpieces hang in The State Hermitage Museum; ballerinas twirl at the ballet; and onion-topped buildings command the skyline. In Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania, there are medieval districts so well preserved that they are UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Historic districts also highlight Copenhagen, Stockholm, and Helsinki.
Land Journeys:
Russian Glories, Baltic Treasures – 2009
Small Group departures of no more than 26 Tauck guests! Experience the sweep of history as you travel Russia and the Baltics with Tauck, from the Kremlin and Red Square to Old World cities in Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania – enjoying Tauck Exclusives such as an early morning visit to The State Hermitage Museum, and a tour and lunch in Stalin's once-secret underground World War II bunker.
A Week In... St. Petersburg & Moscow – 2009
Tauck’s week-long Russia tour takes you inside Moscow and St. Petersburg, including the Kremlin, Red Square, the Russian ballet and more – with exclusive experiences like a visit to Stalin's hidden bunker and an early morning tour of The State Hermitage Museum!
St. Petersburg & the Baltic Sea – Ocean Cruising Journeys:
Witness the legendary accomplishments of the Vikings to the historic legacies of the czars as you cruise Russia and Scandinavia through the Baltic Sea; explore treasured sites in Copenhagen, Stockholm, Helsinki, St. Petersburg, Tallinn and medieval Visby.
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