There is nothing quite like Christmas among the Alps with the festive Munich Christmas Market, Salzburg’s snow-capped spires and an indulgent cup of Glühwein. Your Local Expert brings Mozart’s history to life before a visit to Salzburg's Christmas market. After tasting the festive treats, the culinary delights continue with a traditional dining experience at Swarovski Crystal Worlds. If that is not enough to summon your holiday spirit, a stroll through the medieval cobbled streets of Freiburg will certainly do the trick, not to mention the fairytale surroundings of Strasbourg, where the sweet scent of cinnamon is carried on the breeze at the oldest Christmas market in France.

Our popular journey along the River Rhine explores five countries and features a seven-night cruise from the Netherlands to Switzerland, plus three nights in the historic Italian fashion capital of Milan and a visit to glamorous Lake Como. Tauck Exclusive experiences include a special evening at a historic palace.

Live the European dream on this 11-day guided tour. Luxuriate in Rome, enjoy fast-track entry to the Vatican, ride an exhilarating open-top cable car up Lucerne’s Mt. Stanserhorn in Switzerland and dine in style in Paris. Journeying through Italy, savor fresh local cuisine among the canals of Venice. After your Travel Director leads you through the vineyard-covered plains of Umbria, spend two enchanting nights in Florence, surrounded by fine wine, cobbled streets and green-marble cathedrals. Your adventure concludes in Paris, where iconic sights await, including the Arc de Triomphe, the Louvre, Place de la Concorde and the Champs-Élysées.

Sail the Baltic and North seas on an inspiring voyage through Scandinavia. Delve deeper with overnight stays in the refined capital of Stockholm, culturally rich Oslo and picturesque Bergen. Discover historic Tallinn and the Gothic brick cathedrals of Gdansk. Immerse yourself in Norwegian culture in Stavanger and Eidfjord, and view breathtaking scenery from your ship as she glides through majestic fjords in the legendary homelands of the Vikings.

Spectacular adventures along the coastlines and islands of Greece, Turkey, Croatia, Italy, France and Spain are yours to experience as you discover the Mediterranean from the comfort of your stylish yacht.

15 Days, featuring: Zaandam

Pass through Europe’s most enchanting countries, stopping to explore cultural capitals and fairy-tale villages. Savor Austro-Hungarian cuisine, admire the Wachau Valley’s beauty and explore Central European cities. Take part in European holiday traditions and experience the region’s renowned Christmas markets. Breathe in the scents of traditional fare and admire the handiwork of local artisans-perfect for bringing home to your family and friends.

Explore coastal gems and take in magnificent sights on this epic voyage that combines Iconic Western Mediterranean; Italian Sojourn; Venice, the Adriatic & Greece; and Ancient Mediterranean Treasures. Visit bustling ports and humble hamlets, and sail around Italy’s boot as you trace majestic shores and experience a wealth of timeless treasures. Overnights in Barcelona, Florence/Pisa, Venice, Athens and Istanbul allow for a rich cultural immersion.

Enjoy three nights in each city taking in the sights and sounds of the former Austro-Hungarian Empire. Prague gives you a glimpse into Europe's history as you stroll along the Vltava River. Vienna offers a beautiful range of palaces, churches and royal residences. Budapest is home to the Parliament, the largest Gothic structure in Europe.

18 Days, featuring: Paris

Admire Rhine Valley vistas from a 900-year-old castle. Sample the culinary delights of Austria’s Wachau Valley. Learn the Viennese waltz, visit Melk’s Benedictine Abbey and ponder Nuremberg’s World War II history. Indulge your senses on this 15-day journey spanning the best of Europe, tracing the Rhine, Main and Danube Rivers between the windmill-dotted waterways of Holland and the stunning landscapes of Hungary, with engaging encounters at every bend.