How to choose a tour for a trip to Europe? And how to determine the most appropriate one trip to Europe with limited time and money? One of the more classic European itineraries ranges from France and Germany to the neighboring countries. The itinerary may not be able to meet the needs of all people, may not be able to feel the unique flavor of Europe, but in the limited time and money, walk five countries, see the European light and shadow, has been enough.
The 12 countries that will open up the tourism market to China are France, Italy, Greece, Germany, Spain, Portugal, Austria, the Netherlands, Belgium, Luxembourg, Sweden and Finland. France's long history of culture, the classical city-state of Greece, Austria, the country of music, the country of a thousand lakes, Finland, etc., are people longing for the touristさ亍?
12 European countries began a strong recommendation of tourist attractions of the market activities. Two days before the initialling of the memorandum of understanding, the Spanish Embassy in China, Counselor of the Tourism Department personally led Barcelona, Andalusia and other cities to promote Spanish tourism resources; Finland Tourism is ready to Finnish tourism in the Chinese website of the promotional brochures; Italy's Tourism Bureau in China, the first office of the National Tourism Administration to actively apply for the French Tourism Bureau will be held in Beijing, Shanghai, Chengdu, Guangzhou, Tourism Resources Roadshow.
Travelers believe that the EU has become a tourist destination for our citizens, the outbound travel menu will be extensive. Doing the visa will also be very convenient, a visa can choose a line of 12 countries, much more convenient than a line of three visas in New Malaysia and Thailand. Together with the unified euro, it will also bring convenience to travel. Of course, the price is high, the flight time is long, the local Chinese tour guide is less unfavorable factors of the European tour. According to the current business trip offer "Switzerland, France, Italy 10 days tour" 1.5 million yuan.
Enjoy 20 days in Europe
First stop: France Leave three days to Paris
Paris, the world-famous romantic city, every time you come, you can see its fascinating differences. From the square courtyard of the Louvre to see a touch of sunset on the Pont des Arts; leaning on the counter of a bistro in the 18th arrondissement to drink a glass of white wine; sitting in the afternoon sunshine on the streets of the elegant cafe, savoring the aroma of French coffee; the night from the Latin Quarter of a jazz club from a loud and rhythmic saxophone music. On Sundays, cars are forbidden to pass along the Seine in Paris, which has become a path reserved for pedestrians, skaters and bicycles.
Paris Tips:
Transportation: airplanes and high-speed trains make it possible to travel between France's major cities in just a few hours, and the rest is covered by a network of auxiliary railroads, which make it possible to reach the vast majority of cities in France by train. From Paris to Bordeaux, or from Paris to Marseille, it takes only three hours by high-speed train. Every city has a network of streetcars, metros and public ****cars to get around the city.
Accommodation: There are hotels of great luxury as well as small country inns. The most recommended option is to rent a room in a resident's home, which is a great way to get to know the French way of life and really experience it.
Food: Most restaurants are open from 12:00 to 15:00 and from 19:00 to 23:00, while all the big restaurants and those located in front of the train stations have extended hours. In the big cities, some small food stores stay open until midnight. Drinking water and bread are included in the price of the food, and it is customary to tip the waiter who serves you.
The second stop: Spain in Barcelona two days shopping
to the Cathedral Square, Plaza de Espa?a to go to the wind, sunshine, every Thursday in Barcelona Cathedral Square will have antiques flea market, every year in March on this square there is one of Europe's most important antiques exposition - Salon de Anticuarios (Salon de Anticuarios). Salon de Anticuarios.) Barcelona has many antique stores, most of which are located in the new city center. There are as many as 73 on the Bulevard dels Anticuaris alone. In these stores you can find all kinds of strange and unusual antiques. On C. Aragon and C. Dos de Maig there are several wholesale antique dealers who do business with regular customers.
Barcelona is increasingly recognized as a real party city in Europe.
Tips for Spain:
Transportation: From Paris to Barcelona, Spain, via the tourist town of Brive. Most buses in Barcelona run from 5:30am to 11pm.
Stay: three, four and five star hotels are available.
Food: Spanish cuisine brings together the cooking methods of Western-style northern and southern dishes, which have a wide variety of dishes and unique flavors.
Third stop: Dijon, France Transit day
Leave Barcelona, Spain and arrive in Dijon, France.
Dijon's main specialties are escargot and mustard. Dijon is also known as France's wine country, with world-famous wines, and even more fascinating is the gastronomic attraction of the rustic cuisine, so those who love wine and food tours can not afford to miss this red wine region. Dijon is an affluent region known as the wine country of Burgundy, and has preserved many of the luxurious palaces and ruins of the old aristocracy, known throughout the country for its ancient castles. The people are both friendly and lively, and the atmosphere there will mesmerize you.
Stop 4: Switzerland Take three days to go to Geneva and Bern
Leaving France and entering the Swiss border, you can first go to Geneva and Bern.
Geneva is the most cosmopolitan city in Switzerland, situated on the shores of the beautiful Lake Geneva, the largest lake in Western Europe, with the mountains of the Farai and the Alps close at hand. First of all, you can visit the homes of famous people: the French Enlightenment thinker Rousseau was born in an old residence in the old town. The English poet Byron lived in 1816 in a villa called Dio Dardi in the Colony.
Not far from this villa was the former residence of the English romantic poet Shelley.
And then there's the central Swiss plateau city of Luzern, a beautiful city of lakes and mountains, and one of the largest summer resorts in Switzerland. The main shopping areas in Luzern are the Schweizerhofquai, Schwanenplatz, Weggigasse and Kapellplatz, where you can find everything from high-end fashion, watches and jewelry to general handicrafts such as wood carvings, ceramics and cuckoo clocks.
Stop 5: Italy Six days from Florence to Venice is not enough
Leaving Switzerland, our next stop is Italy. The monuments of Rome, the industry of Milan, the carvings and paintings of Florence, the gondolas of Venice's watery city, the Fiat cars of Turin, the harbor of Genoa, the leaning tower of Pisa, and the folklore of Sicily and Sardinia are all fascinating.
When it comes to shopping in Italy, nine and a half out of ten people will be excited, because every big city in Italy is a shopper's paradise, from Milan in the north to Catania in the south, you can be crazy to the card card brush explosion; but these cities and Florence for the paradise of paradise. Because Florence has a wide variety of goods, a complete range of brands, no matter the top brands or affordable shopping can get what you need; coupled with the concentration of shopping areas, do not need to spend too much time, feet, guaranteed to be able to return to the full load.
Shopping in Florence is a great pleasure, because the shopping area is mostly in the area of the Cathedral of the Flowers in the Market of San Lorenzo, you can visit the tourist attractions on the one hand and shop on the other hand, to enjoy the intellectual journey at the same time, you can also add a new dress, or purchase some special souvenirs, so that when you go home, the memories of the richer! Florence also has two very special cuisines: tripe and Florentine steak, while the aroma of coffee adds a charming air to the beauty of Florence's culture. The streets of the city are full of artisan stores with open doors, the traditional markets remain to this day, selling gold, silver and jewelry, and modern store windows display high quality furs, fashions, silk ties and wood-framed prints of old buildings.
Not to be missed is the famous Italian water city of Venice. Swinging slowly on this city in a small boat, life seems to have no worries. The food in Venice has more fresh flavors and varieties than other cities, even the strawberry wine is varied, and the most characteristic is the black squid pasta, try it.
Sixth stop: Austria for two days for Princess Sissi
Leaving Italy, you enter the home of the Sound of Music - Vienna. The famous Vienna Woods surround the city from the west, north and south, and the vast Eastern European plains are opposite to it from the east, making it lush and vibrant. Ascending the foothills of the Alps, you can see the undulating waves of the Vienna Woods as far as the eye can see. From the Danube Basin can be viewed from afar Carpathian shining green peaks, the vast plain is like a large green carpet, the sparkling blue Danube River flowing through the middle. Vienna's beautiful environment, attractive scenery, known as the "Goddess of the Danube".
Here, it is necessary to experience the romantic and tragic love story and real-life experiences of Princess Sissi. Leaving Vienna, we traveled to Salzburg, home of the musical prodigy Mozart. The old town is only 80 hectares in size and the scenery is dazzlingly charming. It is best known for its music festival, which is held every year from July to September, inviting some of today's hottest musicians to perform in Salzburg. Because of its long history and reputation, being invited to the Salzburg Festival is the highest honor for musicians, and the performances are of an international standard, always attracting millions of people each year. And, when in Salzburg, don't forget to buy the famous Mozart chocolates.
Stop 7: Germany Three days of partying because of Oktoberfest
The main event in Germany is in Munich. It is the cultural center and capital of Bavaria, the southern part of Germany, and is full of people and traditional joy, but the most famous thing here is beer. When you come to Munich, you should try Munich roasted pig's feet, smoked fish with sauerkraut, and a large glass of beer! Oktoberfest, or Beer Festival, is the largest folk festival in the world. With more than 6 million visitors from home and abroad, Oktoberfest has long been a major event in Bavaria. At the Oktoberfest, beer girls in traditional costumes serve fresh beer from large, one-eared mugs to eager drinkers. Many Bavarians dressed in buckskin shorts, undershirts and other national costumes walk through the streets with beer mugs in their hands, shouting "cheers" to everyone, and the atmosphere is very lively.
You can also take a side trip to Heidelberg and spend the evening at a local tavern to get a taste of the romantic university town.
Stop 8: Amsterdam for a day
Amsterdam is a water city, and to enjoy the flavor of a water city, you must take a sightseeing cruise in Amsterdam. Canal cruising is a great way to spend an hour during the day. From the front of Amsterdam Central Station, each route of the tour boat every 15-30 minutes. From the boat, you can often discover sights that you wouldn't have noticed if you were walking along the streets. When visiting museums, it is convenient to use the museum boat. The line travels around the city's major museums and you can get on and off the boat at any time. You can also enjoy classical music at the National Concert Hall, where you can enjoy a free lunchtime concert at noon on Wednesdays, so take it easy.
Stop 9: Luxembourg A day at the Chateau
Take a look at the Chateau, which is a reminder of what Europe was like in previous centuries.
Another taste of cultural tourism routes
European tourism market is open, touring Europe has become a hotspot of national concern. But at present most of the itinerary is still just stay in the walk. For example, ten days to tour ten countries, the time is spent on catching up.
In fact, the real essence of Europe lies in its culture, which needs to be savored, each place has its own unique features, if only a quick glance, it is difficult to appreciate the real European style it. Here, Tao Tao to recommend a few places to go with strong cultural colors, feel the humanistic care.
The first stop Cultural Capital---Hamburg
The musical "The Phantom of the Opera", which is now being shown in Shanghai, shocked the audience in Shanghai, and another Weber's "Cats", which was also performed in Shanghai, premiered in Hamburg, Germany. At the recently concluded WTF (Shanghai Travel Fair), it was presented to the public as the "2005 WTF Cultural Capital".
To say that it is a city of culture is not an exaggeration, take the musical mentioned above, there is no other city like Hamburg, will be staged at the same time three large-scale musicals, it has nearly 40 theaters, and every year 6 million people come to Hamburg to enjoy such as "The Lion King", "MamaMia" and other famous operas. Hamburg is also home to nine universities, including the University of Hamburg. The city's architecture is also a reflection of its multiculturalism, encompassing both classical and modern architectural masterpieces, from the 19th-century domed Romanesque Alster Arcade to the late 19th-century Neo-Renaissance City Hall, from Germany's most famous Baroque church St. Michael's Cathedral to the world's largest and oldest warehouse complex --- Warehouse City. --From Germany's most famous Baroque church, St. Michael's Cathedral, to the world's largest and oldest warehouse complex, the Warehouse City, you can enjoy a "museum of architecture".
Hamburg also has a vibrant side, with St. Pauli being one of the world's most famous entertainment districts, and with countless restaurants, bars, nightclubs, cinemas and museums, there is sure to be something to entertain you. As a world-class port, Hamburg is known as the gateway to Europe, with several direct routes to other European countries and cities, so it's a good idea to make this your first stop.
Hamburg is also in the process of bidding for the Olympic Games, so you won't be disappointed.
Second stop: Málaga, the city of art
Málaga, which has been named "the city of paradise" by Nobel Prize-winning author Alejandre, is the proudest tourist destination in the Kingdom of Spain. It is the proudest tourist destination in the Kingdom of Spain.
The most famous figure there is no more than the world's art master Picasso, Málaga for this ad hoc museum, a total of 204 pieces of Picasso's works, including paintings, sculptures, drawings, prints, etc., the total estimated value of 176 million euros or so, and is located in the center of the old city of the museum itself has been classified as a national heritage conservation unit of the Palace of the Count of Poena Vista, it is a museum with the appearance of Andalucia, and it is the most beautiful, the most beautiful, the most beautiful, the most beautiful, the most beautiful, the most beautiful, the most beautiful and the most beautiful. It is a historical building of the sixteenth century in the Andalusian civil architectural style, with a blend of Renaissance and Mudejar components. The necessary attempts at archaeological excavation of this palace have also led to the unexpected discovery of ancient Phoenician, Roman and Nazarene remains, and visitors are able to view Picasso's works alongside these excavated artifacts.
Málaga also offers a wide variety of entertainment programs, in addition to water parks, zoos, aquariums, racetracks, crocodile parks, another attraction is the "Cervo Adventure Park", is Europe's only "adventure, animals and nature theme park! It is Europe's only "theme park for adventure, animals and nature", with more than 2,000 species of animals kept in a semi-free environment. When it comes to food and drink, seafood is naturally its trump card, and the freshly grilled sardine skewers are undoubtedly the most distinctive: they are carefully threaded through a skewer and inserted into the sand around the charcoal fire, so that the heat, rather than the embers, roasts the skewers!
Third stop: Madrid, the heritage city
How can you go to Spain and not visit its capital? Five hours on the highway from Málaga and you're in Madrid!
The Spanish capital has one of the most important cultural heritages in Europe, with 79 museums, 57 theaters, 50 concert halls, and the city's greatest asset is the "Corridor of the Arts", which houses three of the world's most famous fine arts museums: the Museo del Plateau, which houses the best Spanish paintings of the 16th and 17th centuries, and the Museo de Bellas Artes, which is the most important museum in the world. The Prato Museum houses some of the best Spanish paintings of the sixteenth and seventeenth centuries in the world, with works by Velázquez, Greco and Goya alone worth a visit; the Sassen-Bornemisza Museum has 800 works of Western art from the pre-Renaissance period in Italy to the avant-garde of the twentieth century; and the Queen Sofia Center for the Arts has a collection of representative works from some of the most influential 20th-century genres, including works by such greats as Dali, Picasso, and Miró.
Opera is one of Madrid's main attractions, and those with a passion for American singing can take the Madrid Opera Tour, an all-inclusive package that includes musicals, classical concerts, and rap shows. And for those who like to shop, there are more than 50,000 stores in the city*** where you can buy the world's most popular brands of clothing and the latest shoes, as well as bargain-hunting at the Madrid Vanguard Market, one of the most prestigious open-air markets in Spain, but remember it's only on weekends!
Despite all this hustle and bustle, Madrid is unashamedly a green city, with distinctive parks such as Parque del Ledillo, the Botanical Gardens and Parque del Tropical, all of which are its own unique green treasures.
Fourth stop: Ireland, the land of history
Ireland gives off a certain air of remoteness, with its rich heritage of ancient monuments spanning more than 8,000 years.
Newgrtange, Ireland's most famous prehistoric monument, also dominates the landscape as the finest corridor cairn in Western Europe, dating from around 3200 BC. Adjacent to it is the seat of Ireland's most honored king and the birthplace of many legends. Like prehistoric monuments, early churches and medieval monastic ruins are scattered throughout Ireland, and wherever you travel, you'll come across stylized villages and small market towns, often with castles and market crosses.
Shopping here is also a cultural experience, with distinctive Kittredge-style jewelry, the crystal of Dungannon, and the handmade goods you'll find everywhere, which make great souvenirs and gifts when you return from a trip!