Grand European Cruise & Tour

If you purchased airline tickets from YMT Vacations, a YMT representative will greet you at the Airport and transport you to the hotel. This evening, relax on your own. Then get to know your fellow travelers over a welcome dinner. (D)

Enjoy a half-day boat tour through Amsterdam’s scenic canals, where you will see the New Church, the National Monument, and the Skinny Bridge across the River Amstel. Your cruise concludes in central Amsterdam, at which point you will continue for a short time on foot before stopping for free time and lunch on your own. The evening is yours to enjoy at your leisure. (B)

Depart Amsterdam this morning and continue on to Bremen, where we will have ample time for lunch and leisure. One of Germany’s oldest coastal cities and known for its lively culture and attractions, Bremen’s City Hall is housed in a UNESCO-listed 15th century Gothic civic building. (B)

Start your day with a city tour of Hamburg. Standouts include the glass and brick Elbphilharmonie Concert Hall and the Medieval City’s half-timbered structures. After enjoying some free time in Hamburg, transfer to Kiel for embarkation. Get settled into your cabin this afternoon on the Costa Diadema. (B, D)

The Danish capital was first established in the tenth century, and during your time in this city you’ll have the chance to learn about its history. (B, L, D)

Spend the day enjoying Kristiansand, Norway’s southernmost city and one of its most popular tourism destinations. Nicknamed Norway’s Hollywood, you’ll find no shortage of things to do in Norway’s fifth largest city. Sites include the Kristiansand Zoo, Ravnedalen Valley Nature Park, and Bystranda Beach. (B, L, D)

When you arrive in Le Havre, France, opportunities to tour the attractions of the Normandy countryside await as soon as you leave your ship, while the sights of Paris are only 2.5 hours by high-speed train. Omaha Beach, the site of D-Day, is another option for a day trip. (B, L, D)

La Coruña centers on a narrow peninsula that juts from Spain’s northern coast, and is known for it’s plentiful seafood at the world’s oldest working lighthouse. (B, L, D)

Welcome to Portugal’s hilly coastal capital, watched over by seven picturesque hills. Take in Lisbon’s historic streets and stately ruins, and sample some of its delectable cuisine. (B, L, D)

Cádiz boasts well-preserved ancient streets, seaside fortresses, and Moorish architecture infused with the easy going energy of contemporary Southern Spain. (B, L, D)

Barcelona boasts eight UNESCO World Heritage Sites, as well as a long, sandy coastline, fabulous food, cultural and artistic exhibitions, and shopping. Use your time in this port to see Las Ramblas, Gaudí’s Sagrada Familia, Olympic Park, and views from Montjuic. (B, L, D)

Marseille is France’s oldest city. Among the terracotta-roofed buildings lie many intriguing sights, including the majestic Palais Longchamp and the Cathedral of Notre-Dame-de-la-Garde. (B, L, D)

Disembark this morning in Savona. Next, take a scenic drive to see the Leaning Tower of Pisa. Your night ends in Florence. (B)

Wake up early for a walking tour of Florence, the birthplace of the Renaissance. See the 13th century Duomo with the Brunelleschi dome and Giotto’s Campanile and marvel at Ghiberti’s golden “Gates of Paradise” doors at the Baptistery of St. John. Don’t miss the Piazza della Signoria and the Ponte Vecchio. Enjoy lunch on your own before heading to Rome for an evening of leisure. (B)

This morning you’ll start your day in Rome with a panoramic city tour. Here you’ll see outside views of the Roman Forum, the exterior of the Colosseum, and the statues, fountains, and cobblestone expanse of the Piazza Navona. There’s also the lavish Trevi Fountain, and the Spanish Steps. There is history wherever you look in Rome, not to mention world-class shopping, outstanding food, and a vibrant culture. Spend the afternoon enjoying the Eternal City on your own or enjoy a YMT optional tour. The evening ends with a memorable included farewell feast. (B, D)