Specializing in extensive personal experience travelling Europe, we can put together
customized tours and daily itinerary to fit your personal taste thru ImagineHolidays.ca.
We have been to most of these destinations so can help you navigate with city maps, public
transportation, rail connections to cities, accommodation, information on sights, museums,
castles, galleries, palaces, shopping, and day trip excursions beyond city.
These are sample packages we could put together based on our experience, although you are
also free to suggest your own itinerary and we will cater to your desires.
customized tours and daily itinerary to fit your personal taste thru ImagineHolidays.ca.
We have been to most of these destinations so can help you navigate with city maps, public
transportation, rail connections to cities, accommodation, information on sights, museums,
castles, galleries, palaces, shopping, and day trip excursions beyond city.
These are sample packages we could put together based on our experience, although you are
also free to suggest your own itinerary and we will cater to your desires.
Benelux
Discover this quiet and picturesque undiscovered corner of Western Europe.
Starting from Amsterdam take a Netherlands day rail pass and explore the neighbouring cities of The
Hague (den haag), Haarlem, Rotterdam, Utrecht, with their uniquely Dutch architecture, clean streets and
friendly people.
Then travel onto Brussels the capital of the EU and Belgium. Discover the Grand Place town square, the
town hall a mini Versailles, wonder the narrow streets lined with cafés and restaurants as you head
towards the famous mannequin pis.
Take a day trip to Antwerp Belgium's diamond capital then onto historic Ghent and a canal boat tour
Brugges the Venice of the north.
Luxembourg City has its own charm as a historic hilltop fortress town. Wonder along the old city walls
and see all the fortifications.
You now have your choice of the Thalys high speed train to Paris or the Eurostar to London
Starting from Amsterdam take a Netherlands day rail pass and explore the neighbouring cities of The
Hague (den haag), Haarlem, Rotterdam, Utrecht, with their uniquely Dutch architecture, clean streets and
friendly people.
Then travel onto Brussels the capital of the EU and Belgium. Discover the Grand Place town square, the
town hall a mini Versailles, wonder the narrow streets lined with cafés and restaurants as you head
towards the famous mannequin pis.
Take a day trip to Antwerp Belgium's diamond capital then onto historic Ghent and a canal boat tour
Brugges the Venice of the north.
Luxembourg City has its own charm as a historic hilltop fortress town. Wonder along the old city walls
and see all the fortifications.
You now have your choice of the Thalys high speed train to Paris or the Eurostar to London
Sweden / Denmark
Begin in Stockholm capital of Sweden. This archipelago of islands connected by bridges forms a unique city.
Discover the historic old town Gamla stan, the royal palace, visit one of the many historic boats docked along
the shores. Discover the boutiques on Drottninggatan the pedestrianized main shopping district.
Take a day trip to Drottningholm the imperial country estate. Then head to the island of Gotland and its capital
Visby the medieval viking city. Travel across the Swedish interior to Gothenburg, Sweden's second largest city
with café lined boulevards, a bustling harbour, and delightful shops.
Journey down to Malmo, the southern most city in Sweden. This charming town is almost a suburb of the
Danish capital Copenhagen as they are linked by a short bridge crossing, the Oresund. Certainly worth
exploring this delightful town before heading to Denmark.
Copenhagen the capital of Denmark will strike you in awe of the mix of gold laced buildings which blindingly
glisten in the sun amid a mix of preserved medieval buildings. Visit the world famous Tivoli gardens, the
Carlsberg beer museum, picturesque Nyhavn harbour, the little mermaid, the Amalienborg imperial palace.
Stroll down Stroget the worlds longest pedestrian street lined with the best shops in Copenhagen. Climb up
the historic round tower for a view of the city centre.
Why not continue on to Berlin or Hamburg.
Discover the historic old town Gamla stan, the royal palace, visit one of the many historic boats docked along
the shores. Discover the boutiques on Drottninggatan the pedestrianized main shopping district.
Take a day trip to Drottningholm the imperial country estate. Then head to the island of Gotland and its capital
Visby the medieval viking city. Travel across the Swedish interior to Gothenburg, Sweden's second largest city
with café lined boulevards, a bustling harbour, and delightful shops.
Journey down to Malmo, the southern most city in Sweden. This charming town is almost a suburb of the
Danish capital Copenhagen as they are linked by a short bridge crossing, the Oresund. Certainly worth
exploring this delightful town before heading to Denmark.
Copenhagen the capital of Denmark will strike you in awe of the mix of gold laced buildings which blindingly
glisten in the sun amid a mix of preserved medieval buildings. Visit the world famous Tivoli gardens, the
Carlsberg beer museum, picturesque Nyhavn harbour, the little mermaid, the Amalienborg imperial palace.
Stroll down Stroget the worlds longest pedestrian street lined with the best shops in Copenhagen. Climb up
the historic round tower for a view of the city centre.
Why not continue on to Berlin or Hamburg.
Norway
Explore this western frontier of Scandinavia with its ragged terrain.
Discover Oslo the capital city with the fortified Akershus Slott overlooking the
fjord. Walk along Aker Brygge the trendy harbourfront and see the Radhus town
hall. Stroll down the Karl Johans shopping district, pass the Stortinget
parliament and the Nationaltheatret to the open ground of the Kongelige Slottet
royal palace.
Take a boat ride to the charming suburb Bygdoy with its collection of museums.
The Vikingsskipshuset dedicated to Viking explorers houses a preserved
longship. The Norsk Folkemuseum is a preserved village depicting the
traditional way of rural life.
Continue to the west coast and the coastal city of Stavanger with the cobbled
stone streets of the old town. Then visit Bergen with its medieval quarter and
surviving Hanseatic buildings. Journey up mount Ulriken for a panoramic view
of the city and surrounding fjords.
Discover Oslo the capital city with the fortified Akershus Slott overlooking the
fjord. Walk along Aker Brygge the trendy harbourfront and see the Radhus town
hall. Stroll down the Karl Johans shopping district, pass the Stortinget
parliament and the Nationaltheatret to the open ground of the Kongelige Slottet
royal palace.
Take a boat ride to the charming suburb Bygdoy with its collection of museums.
The Vikingsskipshuset dedicated to Viking explorers houses a preserved
longship. The Norsk Folkemuseum is a preserved village depicting the
traditional way of rural life.
Continue to the west coast and the coastal city of Stavanger with the cobbled
stone streets of the old town. Then visit Bergen with its medieval quarter and
surviving Hanseatic buildings. Journey up mount Ulriken for a panoramic view
of the city and surrounding fjords.
The Baltic's & Russia
Discover Tallinn the historic capital of Estonia in this undiscovered tourist corner.
Sail onto St Petersburg the imperial capital of Tsarist Russia with its regal
splendour. Take the train to Helsinki the capital of Finland. Sail onto the Swedish
capital of Stockholm (trip can be done in reverse).
Sail onto St Petersburg the imperial capital of Tsarist Russia with its regal
splendour. Take the train to Helsinki the capital of Finland. Sail onto the Swedish
capital of Stockholm (trip can be done in reverse).
Austria
Vienna, the imperial seat of the Hapsburg Empire and capital of present day Austria houses the majestic
Hofburg tribute to the Hapsburg's.
See the state apartments, the schatzkammer treasury, and the elegantly choreographed horse performance
of the winter riding school. Visit the Staatsoper the Vienna State Opera House or explore the museum quarter
with its collection of galleries. Visit the UN council chambers in this contemporary suburb of modern
architecture and observation tower with a view of the Danube and the surrounding country.
Visit the majestic Belvedere Palace housing a magnificent art collection the discover Schonbrunn Palace the
true jewel of the Hapsburg's with its impressively manicured grounds.
Take a day trip west into the Alps to Salzburg, the birthplace of Mozart and the setting of The Sound of Music.
Discover the hilltop medieval fortress the Hohensalzburg overlooking the town and the Baroque cathedral
which dominates the skyline. See the state rooms of the Residenz and enjoy the palace gardens of the
Schloss Mirabel. Travel to Werfen and the majestic ice caves deep high in the Alps. Continue onto Innsbruck
capital of the Tyrol region and its picturesque architecture.
Hofburg tribute to the Hapsburg's.
See the state apartments, the schatzkammer treasury, and the elegantly choreographed horse performance
of the winter riding school. Visit the Staatsoper the Vienna State Opera House or explore the museum quarter
with its collection of galleries. Visit the UN council chambers in this contemporary suburb of modern
architecture and observation tower with a view of the Danube and the surrounding country.
Visit the majestic Belvedere Palace housing a magnificent art collection the discover Schonbrunn Palace the
true jewel of the Hapsburg's with its impressively manicured grounds.
Take a day trip west into the Alps to Salzburg, the birthplace of Mozart and the setting of The Sound of Music.
Discover the hilltop medieval fortress the Hohensalzburg overlooking the town and the Baroque cathedral
which dominates the skyline. See the state rooms of the Residenz and enjoy the palace gardens of the
Schloss Mirabel. Travel to Werfen and the majestic ice caves deep high in the Alps. Continue onto Innsbruck
capital of the Tyrol region and its picturesque architecture.
Imperial Hapsburg's journey into Eastern Europe
Take a day trip from Vienna to Bratislava, the capital of Vienna only an hours train ride away. Contrast the old
world preserved charm of this city to the bustle of its cosmopolitan neighbour Vienna. Continue down into
Budapest the Hungarian Capital with the twin historic mountains on the Buda side housing the Citadel and the
Royal Palace. Or travel north to Prague with its unique historic medieval town square and the imposing Royal
Palace.
See City Tours for more details.
world preserved charm of this city to the bustle of its cosmopolitan neighbour Vienna. Continue down into
Budapest the Hungarian Capital with the twin historic mountains on the Buda side housing the Citadel and the
Royal Palace. Or travel north to Prague with its unique historic medieval town square and the imposing Royal
Palace.
See City Tours for more details.
Switzerland
Discover this alpine heartland fabled for chocolates, watches, and picture perfect views.
Begin in Geneva with its old town and home of the United Nations. Admire the beauty of
Lake Geneva before continuing to Lausanne with its gothic cathedral and Olympic
museum. Explore the medieval town centre of Berne the Swiss capital a UNESCO world
heritage site. Enjoy Lucerne heartland of the Swiss confederation with its ancient city
walls and watchtowers. Be sure to climb Mount Pilatus for a breathtaking view of the
region. Visit Zurich the financial hub of modern Switzerland before continuing to the tiny
principality of Liechtenstein from where you may continue into Austria.
Begin in Geneva with its old town and home of the United Nations. Admire the beauty of
Lake Geneva before continuing to Lausanne with its gothic cathedral and Olympic
museum. Explore the medieval town centre of Berne the Swiss capital a UNESCO world
heritage site. Enjoy Lucerne heartland of the Swiss confederation with its ancient city
walls and watchtowers. Be sure to climb Mount Pilatus for a breathtaking view of the
region. Visit Zurich the financial hub of modern Switzerland before continuing to the tiny
principality of Liechtenstein from where you may continue into Austria.
Milan to Barcelona via French Riviera
Start your journey in the fashion centre of Milan before heading down to historic Genoa. Admire the Italian
Riviera as you head to the fabled city of Monaco with its glitzy casinos, grand prix, and Royal Family. Discover
the beaches of neighbouring French cities of Cannes, Nice, and the port city of Marseilles. Continue to hip
Barcelona with its imposing Cathedral unique Gaudi architecture.
Riviera as you head to the fabled city of Monaco with its glitzy casinos, grand prix, and Royal Family. Discover
the beaches of neighbouring French cities of Cannes, Nice, and the port city of Marseilles. Continue to hip
Barcelona with its imposing Cathedral unique Gaudi architecture.
Adriatic Venice to Croatia
Begin in the romantic Gondola city of Venice with its world famous canals, St Marks Basilica, Doge's Palace,
and masquerade balls. Continue to Ljubljana the capital of Slovenia gateway to the former Yugoslavia.
Explore the Croatian capital of Zagreb before heading down the Dalmatian coast and the picturesque port
towns of Dubrovnik and Split.
and masquerade balls. Continue to Ljubljana the capital of Slovenia gateway to the former Yugoslavia.
Explore the Croatian capital of Zagreb before heading down the Dalmatian coast and the picturesque port
towns of Dubrovnik and Split.
Moorish Spain with Gibraltar and Tangier's
Discover the legacy of the Moors who ruled this region of Andalusia for over 700 years.
Explore the Real Alcazar the Royal Palace located in Seville. Cordoba's grand mosque the Mezquita is
testament to the impact the Moors left on the culture and architecture of this region. The mighty Alhambra of
Granada is the spectacular palace complex with celebrates the achievements of the Moors. Malaga and the
Costa Del Sol is the popular coastal resort oasis housing Marbella and Torremolinos. Continue your journey
into the British enclave of Gibraltar and its fabled rock and mountaintop fortress. Take a day trip across to the
Moroccan port town of Tangier's for a taste of what Morocco has to offer.
Explore the Real Alcazar the Royal Palace located in Seville. Cordoba's grand mosque the Mezquita is
testament to the impact the Moors left on the culture and architecture of this region. The mighty Alhambra of
Granada is the spectacular palace complex with celebrates the achievements of the Moors. Malaga and the
Costa Del Sol is the popular coastal resort oasis housing Marbella and Torremolinos. Continue your journey
into the British enclave of Gibraltar and its fabled rock and mountaintop fortress. Take a day trip across to the
Moroccan port town of Tangier's for a taste of what Morocco has to offer.
Royal Morocco
Discover Casablanca this coastal metropolis boasting a French legacy mixed with the tradition of old Medina
market area. Admire the opulence of the of the Mosque of Hassan II. Explore the legendary kasbah of Rabat,
the city souks in the Medina, and the impressive city ramparts. The royal city of Menkes boasts an array of
spectacular Moorish architecture with a mix of mystic snake charmers and mystics. Fes is a cultural paradise
with its outdoor tanneries, Fes el-jedid royal palace, and traditional souks. Explore the breathtaking scenery of
the middle atlas of mountains and desert as you head to Marrakesh. Historic Marrakesh with its ramparts and
city gates is an oasis of history, culture, and architecture. Enjoy the palace and the tranquility of the imperial
gardens.
market area. Admire the opulence of the of the Mosque of Hassan II. Explore the legendary kasbah of Rabat,
the city souks in the Medina, and the impressive city ramparts. The royal city of Menkes boasts an array of
spectacular Moorish architecture with a mix of mystic snake charmers and mystics. Fes is a cultural paradise
with its outdoor tanneries, Fes el-jedid royal palace, and traditional souks. Explore the breathtaking scenery of
the middle atlas of mountains and desert as you head to Marrakesh. Historic Marrakesh with its ramparts and
city gates is an oasis of history, culture, and architecture. Enjoy the palace and the tranquility of the imperial
gardens.
Ancient Aegean Turkey
Explore this enchanting region which boasts a mix of Greek, Roman, Byzantine, Crusader, and Ottoman
treasures.
Using Kusadasi as your base you can enjoy the sunny shoreline of this popular resort town with its grand
beaches and marina, while taking day trips to the local treasures of this region. Only 30 minutes away is
Ephesus a ruined Greek city from 1000BC. Explore the Library of Celsus, the House of Mary, the Gate of
Hercules, the Temple of Hadrian and the impressive theatre. Also a stones throw from Kusadasi is 6th
century Byzantine citadel in Selcuk.
Take a day trip to the great acropolis of Pergamum dating back to the 8th century BC. See the Temple of
Trajan and library ruins, altar of Zeus, and impressive amphitheatre. Make a stop in the cosmopolitan city
of Izmir on your return and see the clock tower and velvet castle. Next take another excursion east to the
spectacular white geological terrace formations of Pamukkale close to the Hellenistic ruins of Hierapolis
and the Temple of Aphrodisias, Goddess of Love.
Continue south to the port town of Bodrum which you can also use as a base to explore the nearby Greek
Islands. Bodrum is home to the Castle of St Peter dating back to the Crusades. The ruined Gate of
Myndos was the entrance to the ancient walled city where you can see the remains of the ruined
Mausoleum, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. Take a short boat ride across to the Greek
Island of Kos which has Hellenistic and Roman ruins, and Byzantine and Venetian castles in Kos town,
as well as sandy beaches and choices of water sports.
Take a day trip to the Greek Island of Rhodes, home to the Palace of the Grand Masters in Rhodes Old
Town. See the medieval Street of the Knights and the Mosque of Soleiman the Magnificent. Sample the
lively market in Rhodes New Town, the Mandraki harbour, and the mosque of Murad Reis.
treasures.
Using Kusadasi as your base you can enjoy the sunny shoreline of this popular resort town with its grand
beaches and marina, while taking day trips to the local treasures of this region. Only 30 minutes away is
Ephesus a ruined Greek city from 1000BC. Explore the Library of Celsus, the House of Mary, the Gate of
Hercules, the Temple of Hadrian and the impressive theatre. Also a stones throw from Kusadasi is 6th
century Byzantine citadel in Selcuk.
Take a day trip to the great acropolis of Pergamum dating back to the 8th century BC. See the Temple of
Trajan and library ruins, altar of Zeus, and impressive amphitheatre. Make a stop in the cosmopolitan city
of Izmir on your return and see the clock tower and velvet castle. Next take another excursion east to the
spectacular white geological terrace formations of Pamukkale close to the Hellenistic ruins of Hierapolis
and the Temple of Aphrodisias, Goddess of Love.
Continue south to the port town of Bodrum which you can also use as a base to explore the nearby Greek
Islands. Bodrum is home to the Castle of St Peter dating back to the Crusades. The ruined Gate of
Myndos was the entrance to the ancient walled city where you can see the remains of the ruined
Mausoleum, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. Take a short boat ride across to the Greek
Island of Kos which has Hellenistic and Roman ruins, and Byzantine and Venetian castles in Kos town,
as well as sandy beaches and choices of water sports.
Take a day trip to the Greek Island of Rhodes, home to the Palace of the Grand Masters in Rhodes Old
Town. See the medieval Street of the Knights and the Mosque of Soleiman the Magnificent. Sample the
lively market in Rhodes New Town, the Mandraki harbour, and the mosque of Murad Reis.
Egypt
Discover the world famous pyramids and the Sphinx on the Giza plateau, as well as Cairo's bustling
bazaars, world famous museum of Egyptology, and spectacular mosques of Islamic Egypt. See the
impressive medieval Citadel and mystical Dervishes. Explore the Coptic roots of Old Cairo
Take a Nile cruise to Luxor and the Valley of the Kings, Thebes, Karnak Temple of Amun. Relax on the
Red Sea resort of Sharm El-Sheik
bazaars, world famous museum of Egyptology, and spectacular mosques of Islamic Egypt. See the
impressive medieval Citadel and mystical Dervishes. Explore the Coptic roots of Old Cairo
Take a Nile cruise to Luxor and the Valley of the Kings, Thebes, Karnak Temple of Amun. Relax on the
Red Sea resort of Sharm El-Sheik
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