Best of Europe in 21 Days Tour

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Our tour guides were so knowledgeable about every aspect of each place we visited. We felt comfortable asking for what we needed and had the tools to enjoy time on our own too.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Leaving the train in Rome, we looked up and there was the Colosseum! I was unprepared is a delightful way!"

Overall rating: rating 4 of 5

I am 76, not in perfect shape, but I started walking for a mile or two two months before the tour began and did all right. It was a dream of a tour! Every day was packed with new things to see, to experience, to think about.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Standing above the clock tower at Massa Marritima, Italy, looking over the red tile roofs of the old village and the green hills...and the bells started ringing. Probably the most beautiful situation of my long life. "

Overall rating: rating 4 of 5

The tour was very well organized and planned out, the guides were highly knowledgeable and experienced, and everyone involved worked well together to create a memorable and fun experience.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Cinque Terre, hands down was my favorite “wow” moment. The ocean, lush green and mountainous hills, and delicious seafood provided a remarkable experience for me that I’ll always hold dear. "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

A fantastic introduction to multiple European countries and cultures. Though 21 days, it is rapid-paced with many hotel changes and strenuous walking. This "sampler platter" of tours will not allow you to go deep in any one location, but gives you a great idea of where you'd like to return in the future. The hotels were very good and in great locations. The meals were full of variety and of good quality. Our guides (we had 2) were well-informed and energetic. The bus comfortable, well-driven.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"This tour in particular has so many. The architecture of Amsterdam, the fall colors surrounding Castle Neuschwanstein, the canals of Venice, the amazing Forum walk in Rome, cruising the Cinque Terra, the beauty of the Alps, the lights of Paris."

The tour guides were excellent and our bus driver Peter went out of his way to provide beautiful views during our travels.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"The view of coast line of Cinque Terre from our private boat taxi"

Overall rating: rating 4 of 5

The number of sights we packed in this trip were amazing! There was also a good group and alone time ratio. Guides and driver was very good. It was truly a bucket list trip. If I had to add a not so great, it would probably be some of the hotels. While most were nice, a few had issues like mold, broken showers and were not fully clean.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"The wow moment was staring at the Hillside and the Alps from the Lauterbrunen Valley. It was like living in a postcard."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Was a great tour for bonding with other tour mates and expectations were met by tour guide. Was very active but we knew that going in, made sure that we were in decent shape and had only carry ons which worked out great for this trip. Would definitely recommend this trip. For the 3 weeks we were a Rick Steves family and looking out for each other,

Favorite "WOW" moment

"The view in Switzerland of the Alps. We did a walk from Mürren to Grüschalp gondola station with 4 other of the RS family and had a great time getting to know them more and seeing some great views. Every turn created another majestic site and seeing different vegetation that is only see like that here, can't forget the wildlife we were able to see as well. Honorable mentions-David in Florence, ocean views in Cinque Terra, top of Eiffel Tower looking out even though cloudy day."

Overall rating: rating 4 of 5

We had an amazing time. Yorrick, our tour guide, was fantastic. We travelled with a great group of people and got to see so many wonderful places.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"I think my favorite “wow” moment was looking up to see the Colosseum across the street after exiting the metro station. I didn’t expect it to be so close."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

It was GREAT! Great Tour Guide! Jody. It was long, somewhat tiring for this 79 year old man, but now, after being home for three days, I am well-rested and nearly back to normal. This was our sixth Rick Steves tour and we enjoyed every one of them!

Favorite "WOW" moment

"I’m kind of a “foodie”, so my favorite “wow” moment usually revolves around food. We had a fabulous group dinner in Cinque Terre, in Monterosso del Mar at The Belvedere. "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

This was our 6th Rick Steves tour and we really lucked out. Jody our tour guide was fantastic, Gregoire our tour guide in training was great and Richard our bus driver was the cherry on top. Tour mates were courteous, kind and most had a good sense of humor which is needed when spending 3 weeks with people you never met before. We had been to some of the cities on previous tours and looked forward to seeing them again and learning more. It is a very fast paced tour.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"We saw and listened to so much it was overwhelming at times. What was favorite “wow” moment? Maybe the exquisite Sainte-Chapelle, views of the Swiss Alps, Michelangelo’s David in the Uffizi Gallery, tour of the mighty medieval Rheinfels Castle or seeing Leonardo da Vinci’s Mona Lisa in the Louvre Museum. How would one pick a “wow” moment after experiencing so much."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

We saw and experienced everything we hoped for in 21 days. The diversity of geography, culture, language and food was beyond our expectations! Guides Jody and Grégoire were an amazing team who rose to every challenge with empathy, grace and poise.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"I must say that our surprise stop to the hill top town in Orvieto featuring the New Chapel’s 14 C and 15 Century frescoes was amazingly futuristic. Jody’s enthusiasm for the art, the message and the antiquity of this church was contagious. I won’t forget the laser-like Star Wars depiction of the anti-Christ angels zapping the sinners below! I must also mention our spectacular Alps view from our room of windows in Murren, Switzerland! Breathtakingly beautiful morning, noon and night!"

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

We took the see Europe in 21 days tour. We had a great trip and really enjoyed it. We had a great group and loved the bus riding, and all the stops were well thought out to make it enjoyed for us. Jody, Gregoire and Richard were great hosts.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Ancient Rome and The Louvre Musuem were unbelievable. The scenery and hike in the Swiss Alps were awesome too!!!!"

Overall rating: rating 4 of 5

Loved most of the tour. Our tour guide was awesome! Weather was terrible!

Favorite "WOW" moment

"The first hour on the bus when I realized my safety wasn’t going to be an issue. "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

We had the best guide Jody and Greggoire. Our bus driver Richard was impeccable in his driving and how he interacted with all the guests. The local guides in each city were so great. We would never get such a great experience if we planned this trip our selves.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Climbing Brunelleschi dome with my family and friend. The wonderful rooms and views that we had. Seeing a lot of the classic cultural icons I’ve only seen in books and travel shows. "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Tour exceeded my expectations. Surprised at the end to find that I would miss my new friends and our guide! Felt everyone bonded well on our trip.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Visiting the small towns, especially Murren, Rothenburg and Beaune. The vast views from Murren were breathtaking."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Thoroughly enjoyed travel companions, guides, bus travel, destinations, food, hotels, and most of the weather

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Seeing the snowcapped Alps in Bavaria, Austria, and Switzerland"

Overall rating: rating 2 of 5

This was our first tour and we were apprehensive being in a group of people that we didn't know. We were pleasantly surprised and had a great time. We made new friends. Dimitri our tour guide did a great job. The tour was a great introduction to many different European destinations.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Ludwigs Castle, we had a nice hike to the castle and it was our first castle tour."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

We saw so many things! it was a whirlwind 21days!

Favorite "WOW" moment

"There were so many, but I would have to say the scenery in Switzerland. "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Great tour group leader-Dimitri. He was known everywhere we went. His fluency in multiple lanes was a definite asset.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Oktoberfest! No seriously Rome was amazing. Religious or not, St Peters Square, the basilica and the Sistine Chapel were overwhelming. Paris of course is in a category all its own. "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Well organized trip. Everyone in the group got along.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"The views from our stay in Murren. "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

We saw and experienced SO much! It was a great exposure to Europe as a "newbie" traveler. Our guide, Demetri, was AMAZING. We appreciated his "teaching" us how to navigate the big cities, but we appreciated all the more, the guided tours of each city we visited.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Taking an early morning group hike with Demetri, and suddenly arriving at a lake with a beautiful castle! (Then getting to tour the inside of that castle (King Ludwig's castle in Austria). WOW! "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

We had a fabulous time on this tour. We have learned about different cultures and customs, experienced delicious food, and filled our senses with beautiful sights that will stay with us for a very long time. Our tour guide, Matt, was wonderful and provided guidance, valuable tips, and was always available to answer questions. Our driver, Richard, was not just a skilled driver, but also a great addition to lending his points and tips. Accommodations were very well planned out.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Because this is a 21 day tour it makes it very hard to pick one favorite "wow" moment, but for me it was when I opened the hotel drapes in our room during the first morning in Switzerland and there were the Alps welcoming us with their beauty and majesty. I also enjoyed the fact that we were able to explore the very busy cities along with small towns, and were able to get a reprieve from the busy places."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

It was my first time to Europe and I don’t think I could have had a better experience. If there was any negative it was the weather: rainy and chilly for most of the trip. Certainly out of Rick Steve’s control.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"The Vatican for the enlightening experience and Switzerland for its incredible beauty."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Everything about the tour was amazing! Great value for all that was included. The guide and bus driver worked so well together and made everything so much fun.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"My favorite moment was waking up in Switzerland. We got to the hotel late and it was dark so we didn’t know what was waiting for us in the morning. Amazing!!"

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

This tour of a lifetime exceeded all my expectations and more. I would do this tour again in a heartbeat!! Every day it got better and better!!

Favorite "WOW" moment

"So many wow moments!! My favorite was opening the hotel rooom curtains in the morning in Murren, Switzerland to see a spectacular view of the Alps."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Exactly as advertised, what I expected and much more. Each day was better than the previous one.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"The Swiss Alps."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

The description of this tour as written on the website set accurate expectations for the tour. The areas we visited gave us a good flavor for the culture of each country. Our hotels were located right in the heart of restaurants, pubs, and numerous attractions. We were able to walk to most. Our guide was professional, caring, and knowledgeable of each area we visited. Even our bus driver was fun, entertaining, and knowledgeable. It was a trip of a lifetime.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"I had a “wow” moment almost every day. Vatican City and Roman Forum-WOW! When we arrived in Switzerland it was late, chilly, and raining hard. We made our trek from the bus to two gondolas, and then walked 10 min to the hotel. Tired and cold when we went to bed. However, when morning came we opened the curtains to our room and BAM there were the Swiss Alps close enough to almost touch them! WOW!! And in Paris we were able to lay in bed with a view of the twinkling Eiffel Tower at night-WOW!!"

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

The tour was fast paced but highly enjoyable. It was educational, fun, inspiring all in one.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"I loved Monterosso al Mare on the Cinque de Terra. The quaint village tucked into the shoreline of the Mediterranean sea exceeded my expectations. "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

It was very educational and well balanced. It was great to see how Europeans live, compared to us.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"The Alps were stunning and St. Peter's Basilica was incredibly beautiful. "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Overall beyond expectations. Tour was well planned and executed professionally.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Waking up to the beauty of the Swiss Alps from our hotel room balcony."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

We watched numerous videos, reviewed books and online comments about Rick Steves Tours in General, this 21 day tour in particular to make our decision to treat ourselves to this experience. Our preliminary research did not prepare us for all of the wonderful care and consideration, surprises and outstanding knowledge and compassion of our tour guide Andy as well as our phenomenal bus driver, Paul and the local guides in each locale. We were blown away and will always brag about this trip

Favorite "WOW" moment

"My "wow: was how Andy did everything humanly possible to rapidly address any actual or potential health concerns that arose.The seafood feast at Ristorante Belvedere. Pure dinner theater For me, my favorite wow moment was Andy rapid and caring responses to any and all actual or potential health emergencies. We were free to enjoy the outstanding special features like the unforgettable feast at Cinque Terre in Monterosso or the special picnic we had at the Louge or the "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Andy’s knowledge and ability to communicate clearly made the your very enjoyable.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"It’s hard to pick just 1. We had so many memorable experiences. "

Overall rating: rating 4 of 5

As advertised it was the most intense 21 days I have ever spent. Well planned and organized with something new and exciting to look forward to everyday. Guides were generally good and informative while some were outstanding. Andy our main guide was exceptional and took great care of us when we were sick. We didn't realize September was the busiest tourist season and felt it impacted our enjoyment of Venice, Florence and Rome. There was a couple of outstanding meals, but food was mediocre.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Two moments, 1. Monterossa, Italy, swimming in the Ligurian Sea then that evening after dinner finding a music trio playing with the sun setting in the background. 2. Murren, Switzerland on the most perfect day seeing the mountains, hiking along the railroad track and eating lunch with the Eiger, Monch, and Jungfrau in the background"

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

We had heard about Rick Steves' tours, books, TV shows for years & knew that his tours were the way to go. Even tho' (perhaps because) we are in our 70's, we wanted to have as full and varied (and safe) a tour of Europe as possible by joining Rick's Europe in 21 days. It was fabulous from beginning to end.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"There were so many "wow" moments -- the walled cities of Bacharach and Rothenberg, the narrow streets and bridges of Venice and Florence, the amazing ruins of the Coliseum and Forum, the fairy-tale-come-true aspect of Neuschwanstein Castle, the quiet beauty of Monterosso's seascape and hills..... For scenery, though, nothing beat the drive to Lauterbrunnen Valley. I must have said "wow" around every bend and switchback. The Alps were truly breathtaking. "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

The entire tour was outstanding! The itinerary was well thought out and the hotels/dinner experiences were much better than I expected. Our tour guide, Andy, was fantastic and “locked in” the entire 3 weeks. With all the uncontrollable variables and personalities, Andy managed the tour expertly. The tour gave us all a good feel for the differences and similarities seen throughout Europe and think it narrowed many participants focus as to where they would like to tour next. Great time

Favorite "WOW" moment

"I truly can’t come up with one “wow” moment! The entire trip blew me away and made me want to see more of each region. Each area had it’s beauty but being a small town type of guy, I would say that Cinque Terre and Switzerland probably were at the top of the list. "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

I loved getting highlights from the cities we visited. As promised, it gave me a good idea of what places I would like ro explore more.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Schilthorn Mountain in Switzerland. I was astounded at the beauty around me, and I couldn’t believe I was there."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Each place we visited was very nice. Our guide Andy was outstanding explaining the history, culture and customs of each country.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"I had many wow moments, but Switzerland was a wow moment for me alonf with all the castles in Germany. It’s hard to pick one . "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

The tour was a great introduction to many of the best stops in Europe - it really is the Best of Europe tour. The organization was great, we always knew what to expect. There was a wonderful variety of activities. The tour guide was very helpful when we were going to go off on our own during free time. We felt empowered with skills and knowledge as to how to get around on the mass transit systems.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Going to the top of the Schilthorn in Switzerland. Awesome. Even though it was a "free day," the tour guide planned an optional activity for us as a group to take the gondolas to the top. Staying in Murren was also a highlight. It was a great boost as we were getting closer to the end of the tour."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Amazing experience with great people and an amazing your leader Stephanie. We couldn’t have asked for a better planned and executed tour. Understanding there could be bumps in the road along the way we were well repeated by our leader for the trip. Great itinerary.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Many things. Seeing the different cultures and how people act and live in each different location. "

Overall rating: rating 3 of 5

We saw many beautiful things on this tour. It was well organized. We had a great tour director in Stephanie. We grossly underestimated how much walking and hauling of suitcases up flights of stairs. Because if that every day felt like a marathon.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Switzerland was soooooo beautiful and our walk through Lauterbrunnen Valley"

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

My experience on the 21 day Best of Europe tour continually exceeded my expectations! Aspects that were not expected included the total care and attention of our tour leader, Stephanie. She was our history and culture teacher and travel logistics planner with a smile and energy that was impressive.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"It is hard to pick my favorite "wow" moment because I experienced them daily. Having said that, one of my favorites was the view of the Lauterbrunnen Valley in Switzerland from my hotel window in Murren. I loved taking in the beauty of the snow on the mountains, the green landscape, and the clouds floating by."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

We had a phenomenal experience and highly recommend this tour to anyone who is active, healthy, and ready to learn/move. Our tour guide Paul was exceptional and helped everything run like a well-oiled machine. The local guides brought history to life in ways that I hadn't expected. Moving to a new city/region every two days was fast-paced, but we got a great overview of each location. It was the absolute best experience we could have asked for.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"It's impossible to choose just one. Seeing the snow-covered Alps emerge after a foggy, clouded morning was my "wow" moment. Also, our tour with Thomas in Bacharach in which he wove together his personal family's history with the town's history brought me to tears. Our Roman guide created a narrative of ancient history and the present day that helped me to see the Roman Forum as living history. We had so many, many amazing moments."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Really enjoyed all of the stops, especially the small towns on the tour. This tour definitely highlights where one would want to return on the next trip. Guides, especially Paul, our main guide were great.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Both Venice and the Lauterbrunnen Valley were wonderful. Hiking in Alps was a dream of a lifetime fulfilled."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

The tour was very well thought out and planned, our guide was excellent and accommodations were right in the heart of the cities.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"There were many “wow” moments on this tour but, my favorite would have to be in Switzerland when the clouds dissipated and the sun came out and oh the views!"

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

This tour far exceeded expectations. Our guide was fantastic, the local guides were phenomenal, and it was a good balance of group activities and free time. We had considered some cheaper options, but felt the experiences offered on the Rick Steve's tour were worth the extra money. We look forward to traveling with you again in the future.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"My wife had been to Murren Switzerland 20 years ago, and was so excited to return. It was raining when we arrived, and super foggy in the morning when we woke up. As we did a beautiful hike in the morning down the the valley floor, the fog began to lift. As it did, the amazing snow capped peaks that my wife remembered so fondly started to appear. Seeing them myself for the first time, and seeing my wife's face light up, was such a wow moment!"

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

This tour was our first with Rick Steves’ Europe, and easily one of the best things my husband and I have ever done together. It’s such a high value in every way that I’m not sure how you make a profit! It was informative, immersive, purposeful, and refreshing. Thank you all so much!

Favorite "WOW" moment

"I had “wow” moments all throughout our tour, but the most impactful was realizing that I love to travel!"

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

It was truly beyond my reasonably high expectations

Favorite "WOW" moment

"The unplanned and spontaneous moments, which were allowed to take place and encouraged by our phenomenal tour manager"

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

We had a fantastic group that seemed to gel early on. We all had the lust for adventure and tried different things together. The sites and adventures we shared over three weeks went by in a flash. Jody warned us that at 2 weeks we would get tired of each other but that never happened. We were ready for another 3 weeks!

Favorite "WOW" moment

"My favorite wow moment was hiking the Cinque Terra early in the morning. The air was cool, the water was so blue and placid and there were very few people. The views were awesome and the towns in the early light were so colorful."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

We had the most magical time in every place we visited. The weather cooperated and our tour guide, Jody, was incredible. We made friends with everyone which was a bonus.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Hiking from town to town in Cinque Terre, seeing a rainbow at the Swiss Alps and seeing the Eiffel Tower “sparkle”."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

The tour was great, if a little rushed. There is so much history and scenic wonders to explore. I had been to a few of the locations many years ago, but it was really nice to see them again. While there are always ways to improve, overall the tour was fabulous.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"The drive through the Lauterbrunnen Valley took my breath away! The waterfalls, mountains, green meadows, and picturesque homesteads set it apart as one the most beautiful places i've ever seen."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

I loved the balance of structure and free time. Our guide, Jody, was excellent and extremely knowledgeable and friendly. Richard, our driver, fit right in with the group. Loved the local guides. Our group was so cohesive. I wasn’t sure about “group” travel, but we loved our

Favorite "WOW" moment

"No one moment."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Jody was a Great Guide. She gave us the history of each place we went to. She taught us how to use the public transportation which was critical to the success of our trip when we had free time.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"1) The Eiffel Tower 2) The Gondola Ride with the singer in Venice 3) The Colosseum 4) Hiking in the Alps"

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

It was filled with great experiences from one city to the next. The guides that we had in each city were great, new the subject matter very well and very professional and personable. Our tour guide, Paul, was fantastic. Very professional, personable and approachable. He ensured that everyone in the group felt included and accepted. He knew his stuff really well and always did a great briefing on the area that we were about to visit.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"In many ways the entire trip was a wow moment. Going up the gondola in Switzerland was incredible and once at the top the views were amazing. "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Vivaldi concert in Venice"

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

RS Tours has figured out the perfect combination of guided time and free time. There are so many things to do but I never felt rushed or pressured. The pace is quick but since it is all so well organized and thought out, the "flow" of the group from country to country and activity to activity is easy. We loved our trip.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Gosh, I could give a WOW moment in every country I think. My favorite WOW was just watching the glow for both my young adult kids experiencing Europe for the first time. My younger daughter's WOW was the gondola ride in Venice. She felt like a movie star. The older daughter's WOW was the top of the climb in the Swiss Alps. She absolutely LOVED the hike. I got to watch them have the time of their lives. It was great. "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

This was my first visit to Europe and the tour provided a wonderful sampling of tourism highlights. Our guide was knowledgeable and personable and made sure each individual was included and cared for, and kept us on track in such a good-natured way. A memorable experience that has given me reason to hope this is not my last visit to Europe!

Favorite "WOW" moment

"My favourite “wow” moment seems to vary depending on the day I’m asked — so many! Beautiful, centuries-old architecture, ancient ruins around every corner, inspiring art, stunning natural vistas, and example after example of the ingenuity and fortitude of people to build cities and lives in the most unlikely of places. "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

We enjoyed the best trip of our lifetime! Paul and the impeccable planning of the Rick Steves team created an absolutely stellar experience. Thank you!

Favorite "WOW" moment

"It is truly so hard to choose a favorite - Bacharach was exceedingly special. "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

This was hands down the best adventure my family and I have ever had. We loved every aspect of the tour and we would do it again in a heartbeat.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"The amazing views and "awe moments" of the Swiss Alps. It is now my favorite place to visit on the planet."

Overall rating: rating 4 of 5

Fantastic tour! We saw things in all the countries that we awe-inspiring and historical. Joe Wray provided us with a good introduction about our next stop. This tour was unusual based on our prior experience in that there were about 10 young persons (age 14 - 20) on the tour and Joe set the pace for the younger individuals and my wife and I were one of the oldest on the tour. We had a hard time keeping up with the walking pace often.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Murren Switzerland was breathtaking. We literally stayed on the edge of a 4,000 ft cliff with views from our hotel room of the the Alps!!! "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

This was the most incredible vacation of my life, and I'm already planning for the next Rick Steves tour. Our tour guide (Joe) was so good, itinerary, food, experiences, bus driver, and other tour group members were all excellent. Honestly, just such an amazing experience!

Favorite "WOW" moment

"This is a hard one because there were so many. However, if I had to pick one, it was the Lauterbrunnen Valley in Switzerland. This might be because I didn't have any expectations for Switzerland, however, the natural beauty and peacefulness of Lauterbrunnen completely blew me away. I'm so glad this "gem" was included in the tour itinerary. "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Loved the "Best of Europe" tour! Our guide, Joe, was great? Very friendly, funny, knowledgeable, and a fast walker! The landscapes, the architecture, LOVED the art, the people, the side extras- the ahem, non-English speaking mask maker in Venice, the LUGE!!, walk around the lake, ride up the mountain at Murren, the local guides were so great, the touristy sites, David at 17 feet high with large hands and head, and the gelato! Heaven!!

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Oh sheesh. So many...the view out our hotel balcony in Murren- the ALPS right there in all its glory! WOW! For me, seeing so much art in person that I've only seen pics of in books or on-line. I make pesto at home, but the pesto in Venice is another level! Corny, but I loved the gondola ride. I loved the 'tripping stones" around Germany. Dachau was huge and sparse, and like a punch in the stomach, but necessary to see. Loved the funiculars! So many modes of transportation. Thank God no horses! "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

The planning and execution were flawless. There were remarkably few times when we had to adjust on the fly. The mix of activities was excellent and it was a great introduction to travel in Europe. It was a long and strenuous journey. Southern Europe simply does not have adequate cooling inside for July. Many buildings (and hotel rooms) were hot with no fans to even move the air. Being from Houston, we expected some of this but not being able to sleep was not a great combo.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Orvietto was really amazing. Everyone wished we had stayed there."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

It was a first experience with Rick Steves tours and it was amazing! Our tour guide, Paul and bus driver, Richard set the bar high. The group we were with came together and had tons of fun, laughs and wow moments. The countries we went to in the best of Europe was perfect since it was my very first trip to Europe. We couldn’t have asked for a better experienced and trip than this one. The places, the tours, the tour guides, the food….a trip of a lifetime!

Favorite "WOW" moment

"The tours, the history, the churches…but my wow moment was in Switzerland…the beauty, the top of Schiltthorn, staying in Murren, riding the gondola to the town. I would good back again. "

First of all, Paul was one of the top four guides I've had. This is my ninth Rick Steve's tour. He ranks up with Steven in Ireland, Patrick in France and our very first. Julie in Italy. Outstanding job. Had to tolerate occasional frustrated travelers but mostly our group was good too. His teaching skills and teaching background clearly show through. I can't say enough about him.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"You always ask this question but there really wasn't one particular but if I had to pick one it would be the laughter and camaraderie we had at the dinner in Florence."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

From start to finish, this tour was everything we had hoped for. It was great to leave the planning and logistics to RS Tours and just relax and enjoy all the planned fun activities. All of the hotel accommodations met or exceeded our expectations, our bus driver Richard provided us with an immaculate bus that made the travel days enjoyable, and both our RS guide (Paul) and all of the local guides brought the history of the places we visited alive in a way that was just awesome.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"The view from our hotel in Murren, Switzerland. Perched in the Alps with a full view of the Lauterbrunnen Valley was both awe-inspiring and breathtaking. Heading to the top of Schilthorn the next day was simply amazing: the gondola rides to get there, the panoramic views of many of the famous summits in the Alps, the thrill walk, the James Bond experience.....everything about that tour stop was full of "wow"."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Well organized. Great bus driver. Great tour leader who really cared for all in their charge. Good hotels and restaurants. Pretty wonderful value and we didn’t have to schedule all those hotels and transportation sequences!

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Switzerland was more refreshing than we could imagine!"

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

We had a great time seeing the world and meeting new people. Our fellow passengers, tour guide and bus driver made the experience even better.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"The Swiss Alps were absolutely amazing. I found my happy place! "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

My tour experience was fabulous! It was my first trip to Europe and absolutely the best way to see some of the top places from Amsterdam to Paris. Our tour group was a wonderful group of people from across the United States who enjoyed each other, supported each other and cared for each other. We enjoyed city tours, wonderful meals, fun bus rides, sharing cappuccino, learning bits of other languages, local history and art, and the beauty of country sides, century old buildings and city lights.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"There were many wow moments from gorgeous churches and basilicas, to walking among the historic canals of Venice and the ancient Roman ruins. My favorite “wow” moment was the minute I walked out on the balcony of my hotel room in Murren, Switzerland to behold the glorious Swiss Alps. It was breathtaking!! I turned to my husband and said, “Pinch me. Are we really here or is this a movie?” "

Overall rating: rating 4 of 5

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Our guide Ragen was an excellent combination of shepherd with a firm but gentle shepherds crook, contagious spirit of enthusiasm, and walking tour book. He seems to have worked with Rick Steves long enough to pick up part of his enduring personality. He was a reassuring presence and fellow traveler. At times, he was able to show his personal side of one who lives life and travel. I feel fortunate that he was our guide for our 49th wedding anniversary tour.

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

We had a fantastic time.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"The Swiss Alps"

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

I had a wonderful experience. I enjoyed the group, our guide and the sites as well as the history lessons.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"The Swiss Alps knocked me off my feet. Arriving in Murren after two gondola rides, I beheld those mountain heights at close range. wow!! The hike the next day was so enjoyable, plus we stopped for locally made delicious cheese along the way. "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Ragen was an amazing tour guide. He was able to navigate with the group, keep us engaged, and handle any issues quickly. Above all, he made the tour a 'once in a lifetime' experience for everyone involved.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"After navigating us through the narrow, busy streets of Venica, Ragen paused and asked if we were ready for an amazing experience. He then took us to St. Mark's Piazza. It was magic!"

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

I thought the tour was fantastic. We had a great guide. Lots of extra surprise add ons that made the trip stand out.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"looking down 3000 ft to the valley floor from our hotel room in Murran Switzerland"

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Amazing and the experience of a life time.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Neuschwanstein Castle at view point and while inside on tour. "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Fantastic trip. Excellent tour guide. Great experience.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Hard to pick just one."

Overall rating: rating 4 of 5

First of all, our tour guide (Joe) and our bus driver (John) could not have been better! They were fun, knowledgeable, on top of all the details, informative, always accessible - in short, they made the trip wonderful!

Favorite "WOW" moment

"I absolutely loved Haarlem! It was the perfect way to start the trip. This was our long-awaited honeymoon (we have been married for 44 years). Walking the cobblestone streets along canals surrounded by cyclists of all ages, browsing the lush Saturday market and peeking into The Bavo with its majestic organ was such a joyful way to begin. The people were so friendly, our hotel room looked out on the plaza and our Haarlem guide was delightful. Well done!"

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Fantastic guide and bus driver! Wonderful experiences, good accommodations and meals, saw and did a lot!!!

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Hard to choose just 1 but I loved our group dinners! We had great meals together."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Our guide Joe (calm, fun and very knowledgeable) was absolutely excellent and we enjoyed our driver John (very jolly) as well. The individual Rick Steves city guides were top notch giving us personal insight into their beloved cities. The 21 day Europe tour allowed us to visit 6 countries, learn different cultures and meet new friends. We added 2 days at the beginning and enjoyed some extra time in Haarlem and Amsterdam. Added 4 days at the end to immerse ourselves in the Paris scene.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Frankly our WOW moment was in Murren, Switzerland with our team surrounding my wife and I on the gondola rides removing our fear of height. Our team was our tour guide along with 25 tour strangers who became acquaintances and now we can call them our friends. Our team meals were also great as we got to break some bread, selected beverages and deserts with our new found friends while developing deeper relationships with fun conversations."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

We had a great time. Our guide Joe was fun and informative. Joe was saddled with a group of complainers on our tour and he went out of his way to accommodate them. Most of their issues arose because those folks were not physically prepared for the hills, stairs, the intensity and pace.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"The breathtaking view from the balconey of our hotel room in Murren, Switzerland. The surrounding mountains, waterfalls and the valley way down below were unforgettable. "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

This tour was my first and far exceeded my expectations. Loved our tour leader Joe and his passion for history, culture and travel. It was also an amazing opportunity to get an overview of Europe which has created a lot of excitement about future trips. I also loved the partnership between Joe our group leader and John our bus driver. They are both wonderful people and quickly became a welcome part of our group community. Also loved the knowledgeable local tour guides. This trip was a home run!

Favorite "WOW" moment

"There are so many to choose just one. If I have too it would be our stop in Murren, Switzerland. When we first walked out on our Edelweiss Hotel room deck and looked 3000ft down at the valley floor it took my breath away (and I’m not afraid of heights). Despite being socked in with fog from time to time Switzerland is wonderful."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

This was my first trip to Europe, and it was spectacular! The amazing sights, delicious food, our wonderfully knowledgeable and entertaining tour guide Joe and bus driver John, and the group of fantastic people we got to share the experience with, all made for a wonderfully memorable, outstanding trip!

Favorite "WOW" moment

"There were so many "wow" moments! Walking out of the metro station in Rome and seeing the Colosseum towering before us... stepping into the upper chapel of Sainte-Chapelle and seeing the magnificent stained glass... stepping onto our hotel balcony in Murren and beholding the beautiful Swiss mountains and valleys... and so much more!"

Overall rating: rating 4 of 5

the guide was great. The sights were great.The bus and driver were great.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Murren Switzerland was spectacular."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

The 21 day York tour was everything I expected and more. Our guide Joe was excellent and would go out of his way to make sure everybody could be included in all tours when somew would have a harder time with some of the walks. I would definitely do the 21 day tour again as a first timer!

Favorite "WOW" moment

"My favorite moment of the tour was our hotel in Switzerland, which sat on a cliff, and the views were out of this world!"

Overall rating: rating 4 of 5

Meet some incredible people and the tours were well arranged.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"The different areas that we were exposed to and given free time to venture on our own"

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

This tour was a great way to get a "taste of Europe." Tour guide Joe went above and beyond to accommodate individual needs as well as keeping our group on track. He was very knowledgeable with all group activities and had a variety of suggestions for free time activities. Bus driver "Big John" was an integral part of the group. He was our co-leader, keeping us safe and assisting with group activities.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"The spectacular view of the Swiss Alps from our hotel room in Murren. Other favorites were all the bicycles in Haarlem and Amsterdam, windmills at Arnhem, medieval Bacharach, Rhine River cruise, Neuschwanstein Castle, Venice gondola ride, The Forum ruins in Rome, the magnificent interior of St Peter's Basilica, Manarola in Cinque Terre, and the Paris River Cruise with a great view of the Eiffel Tower."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

extremely satisfying. it was the second honeymoon trip we have been anticipating a long long time. the pace was brisk but that helped us to experience more of Europe!

Favorite "WOW" moment

"first sights of the colosseum and eiffel tower"

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

The tour was amazing. We had a fantastic tour guide, Lisa, who really went above and beyond at every moment. The 21 days is really tough. But beside the length, this tour was the perfect “get to know” Europe experience.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Definitely the Shilthorn peak. Amazing. 🥲 "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

The guide, Lisa, and the places visited were wonderful! I was glad to hear that Salzburg will be included next year in place of Reutte.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"The Swiss Alps in Mürren were breathtaking "

Overall rating: rating 4 of 5

Wonderful overview of the best of Europe!

Favorite "WOW" moment

"The scenery in the Alps -- really, up close and personal views that can only be appreciated in person,"

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

I had an outstanding European trip with an amazing guide, Tim. Tim led fantastic walking tours and fun side trips in the cities we visited. We were fortunate to have memorable and knowledgeable local guides: Birgit in Bacharach, James in Dachau, Laura in Venice, Martina in Florence for the walk and Academia, Cinzia for the Uffizi museum in Florence, and Francesca in Rome for the Colosseo, Forum, Pantheon, and Vatican. Each guide made the experience unforgettable with their insights and

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Our "wow" moment from our tour was the Lauterbrunnen Valley and Mürren. Lauterbrunnen's waterfalls and cliffs set a stunning backdrop, while Mürren's alpine charm offered peaceful serenity. The valley’s tranquility and the sound of waterfalls was soothing. Exploring the trail in Lauterbrunnen back to Murren and our side trip with Tim to the Trummelbach Falls was unforgettable. This experience combined with Switzerland's overall natural beauty made it a cherished memory of our European tour."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

The tour was much more than we expected. Judging from our experiences with other tour companies, our Rick Steves tour was hands down the best in many ways. The guides, hotels, experiences and overall fun was the best. Tim, our tour guide was so much fun, very kind, and very knowledgeable about every country and culture. He made the tour a once in a life time experience. Thank you for the memories!

Favorite "WOW" moment

"My favorite wow moment was in Venice while attending a Vivaldi concert featuring The Four Seasons. It was held in the very church in which it was composed. Amazing"

Overall rating: rating 3 of 5

It was ok but just ok

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Over looking the Rhine River from the tower above the town of Bacharach "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Our first ‘Rick Steve’s’ trip was spectacular. A snapshot of many places in Europe that allowed a taste of culture and highlights at each location. Tim Tendick was outstanding, his knowledge (historical, political, cultural), communication, group and people skills, etc, all fed an incredible experience. Local guides were fantastic. Hotels were lovely and very ‘European’. Busses were comfortable with good visibility during travel. We appreciated the prep materials provided to manage planning.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"There were many ‘wow’ moments. The Austrian and Swiss Alps were beyond amazing settings. Cinque Terre was another beautiful location. We also enjoyed the quiet and quaint village of Bacharach – so peaceful and lovely! "

Overall rating: rating 2 of 5

Exhausting. Although I was warned about the intensity of the trip the short stays were not enough to achieve a flavor of each stop

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Waterfalls in Switzerland "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Where to begin? Having watched a number of TV episodes on PBS, I was excited to see places I had seen Rick visit and the tour did not disappoint... six countries, 10 major cities, culture, history, art/architecture, new friends... we saw it all and more and it was wonderful the entire time. I was a little physically unprepared for the demands of the tour and struggled a bit, but I would not quit nor trade the experience for anything. Thank you for making dreams come true! It was magnificent!

Favorite "WOW" moment

"A first view of the Alps and the Eiffel Tower, a clifftop view of the Lauterbrunnen Valley with the Eiger, Monch, and Jungfrau in front of me, to see the Adriatic and Mediterranean, and eating delicious escargot in France... but the most memorable moment was the seafood feast in Monterosso - pesto pasta and then deliciousness poured from an earthen pot, steaming in front of me... I can still smell and taste the lobster, prawns, mussels, octopus, and cuttlefish! I will never forget it!!"

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Great Tour, great people, great tour guide and driver. Loved everything about it.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"I just loved getting to see a little bit of other cultures and AMAZING art."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

This was our first Rick Steves' tour, and it exceeded our expectations! It was absolutely amazing! I can't praise the entire experience enough. Our tour guide, Tim, was fantastic! He was incredibly knowledgeable, positive, and a lot of fun! Tim kept us entertained on the bus and offered great suggestions for things to see and places to eat. The mix of activities was wonderful and well-balanced, with plenty of free time to explore on our own. The Rick Steves' team has thought of everything!

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Switzerland, Switzerland, Switzerland!!!"

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

We enjoyed every minute of the tour, with so many incredible places and sites packed into 3 weeks, along with such a fantastic guide (Tim).

Favorite "WOW" moment

"So many, it's hard to pick, but the beauty of Switzerland was breathtaking and our free day in beautiful Cinque Terra was spectacular."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

21 day best of Europe tour with Andy and Peter Great bus, great driver and outstanding guide

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Swiss alps at MURREN was breathtaking "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Well planned out tour. Great balance of tour activities and time on our own. Enjoyed exploring small villages as well as big cities.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"The Swiss Alps. "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Everyday was better than the next. I love the way the tour was designed by starting in Amsterdam and ending in Paris. With our busride talks, it made the gradual transition from in language and city size so easy.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"This is hard because there were so many. However, if I had to pick on, it would be the views from our hotel in Murren. They were spectacular - we were lucky enough to see a full rainbow across the mountains and, later on, the moon."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

My tour experience was as expected; amazing scenery, new friends, a great bus driver (Peter) who made the driving safe and pleasant and a guide (Andy) who ensured we had the knowledge to confidently make our way around on the trains, trams and Metro's. Andy's patience and guidance was greatly appreciated!

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Switzerland was more intense and appreciated than I had imagined!"

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Great tour to get a taste for many places.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Final tour dinner. I knew I was with an incredible group of people, but at our final meal together their kindness caring and general fun loving attitude came through. We were a close group with a great guide. I’ve taken a few tours but this one was very special. Vincent our guide for Sainte Chapelle was a gem and lots of fun."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

There was so much to do and see, yet the tour was organized and efficient.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"There were so many, it is hard to think of just one. Probably the biggest wow moment was in Bacharach, hearing the history of our local guides family during WW II, his story was very powerful. All of the local guides were amazing, sharing their expertise and passion for their hometowns and subjects. "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

This tour exceeded our expectations in so many ways! Loved the itinerary, all the great locations, traveling with 24 amazing tour companions, but most of all I so appreciated meeting people from so many countries and getting a chance to be part of so many local cultures. We are in the process of planning our 2025 Rick Steves Tour.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"My favorite moments were learning (a small amount) of the local languages and then being to successfully interact with the locals. I so enjoyed connecting with the shopkeepers, locals, etc.... Of course this enabled me to enjoy the true wow, the food!!! The experience was so much better having the freedom to explore once the Language "fear" was behind us. Thanks to our amazing guide for helping us be "locals" for a day."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

the trip was all that I hoped and more

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Seeing the Alps from our room window in Murren"

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

This tour was five stars all the way! It had a wonderful mix of group activities and free time to explore on our own. Andy was an outstanding guide who brought great humor and knowledge everywhere we went. He provided ideas for free time activities and suggestions for restaurants and, of course, the best gelato in each location! Our bus driver Peter was very skillful and we appreciated his expertise. We always dreamed of seeing Europe on a tour like this and it far exceeded our expectations!

Favorite "WOW" moment

"On this tour there were many “wow” moments. The art that we saw, including “ David” in Florence, Rembrandt’s “The Night Watch” in Amsterdam, and the “Mona Lisa” in Paris were wonderful. Seeing Venice for the first time was a “wow” moment. And of course the Swiss Alps around Murren were WOW WOW WOW!! We were also wowed by the hike from Austria into Germany around Lake Alpsee and then seeing the views of Neuschwanstein Castle! "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

This was our second Rick Steve’s Tour and again it was with a wonderful group of people, informative, and fun experience. Our guide Andy was well organized and informative and kept us entertained on bus between our fantastic locations. Andy made the trip so easy by using WhatsApp to drop pins on map locations to meet, and local places to eat so we never missed the best Gelato in the city we were in.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Basically, you could copy and paste the itinerary for WOW moments but walking into St. Mark’s Square in Venice with the Basilica and Bell Tower in the sun was so impressive in person."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

that was a lot of fun.. we met some great people along the way...

Favorite "WOW" moment

"swiss alps....no pictures can do it justice. you have to be there..."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

I still find myself with a BIG smile on my face every time I think of my tour.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Our marvelous BUS and touring car chauffeur Richard Franssen from Heidebloem. It was like being a passenger on the Starship Enterprise! Oh, yes, and the Swiss Alps ha ha!"

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

What a fantastic trip this was, from a couple of Aussies this ticked all the boxes for our long journey to Europe.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"The Swiss Alps"

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

This was our first time to Europe/overseas. Our tour guide Matthias was terrific! He lead us through our packed itinerary with enthusiasm and extreme knowledge about all the different cultures of each of our destinations. The local tour guides were incredible. As we got close to each new destination he provided us with history, cultural info, language tips and a musical interlude. Our bus driver, Big John, was superb! Our expectations for our Europe adventure were exceeded!

Favorite "WOW" moment

"We totally enjoyed Lauterbrunner, Switzerland! We went to the top of Schilthorn which was spectacular! We would have enjoyed more time there. the Luge was super fun! Our other standout places were Keukenhof, St Peter's Basilica, Cinque Terra, the food in Italy, Orvieto (would have enjoyed more time here too) and lots of interesting things to do in Paris. "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Just being able to relax and not be rushed about anything related to the tour was the best part.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Watching a waterfall from the Swiss Alps from within our hotel room. "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

This was our 2nd RS tour. I thought the timing was excellent. I liked getting to a city, having a tour and dinner together. The next day, hitting some of the big sites and then being left on our own to do the specific things we wanted. We got a great taste of Europe and can decided where we want to go back.. Also, our tour guide, Mathias Unger and our bus driver, John, were amazing and great resources.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"The Alps. Everywhere I looked I just couldn't stop saying "wow!" It didn't matter if it was the German Alps or the Swiss Alps. I just couldn't get enough of them."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

I enjoyed visiting so many new countries, including Netherlands, Germany, Austria, Italy, Switzerland, and France. This trip hit was intended to expose the traveler to the touristy highlights of each country , and it succeeded in doing so. The tour bus was first class and added to the overall experience.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"The Swiss Alps were awe-inspiring."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

The tour was well organized and a lot of fun! Great group. Our guide and driver were great and added to the harmony of our tour. We learned a lot. Loved the commentaries about the history and how that affects the current culture. Loved the personal stories. Learned and appreciated so much and even learned more about US history impact to Europe. Very fascinating! The hotels and restaurants were fantastic experiences as well. Good balance of group time and time on your own. Loved it!

Favorite "WOW" moment

"The spectacular scenery into the German Swiss Alps! So beautiful! Awe inspiring! "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

It was a wonderful experience packed with just the right amount of events combined with much-needed breaks. Dimitri and Gregoire were amazing guides. Caring and attentive to detail. Dimitri has an impressive amount of experience and knowledge; when things go awry (things are unexpectedly closed, or traffic conspires to make us late), he has plan B (and sometimes C) ready to go. Even though he has been guiding tours for many years, he remains completely engaged and enthusiastic.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Coming up from the Metro station in Rome and seeing the Colosseum in front of us!"

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

It was really fun. Our guides made this trip wonderful. Their knowledge and how well they got along and moved along the group was very professional but also like they were just part of the group.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"For me it was seeing the David in Florence. But there were so many wow moments it’s hard to choose just one"

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

This was the best organized tour of my life!

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Floating on the canals of Venice being serenaded by musicians. That is was such a surreal moment for me!"

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

There were so many wonderful moments that were fantastic! I loved the balance between the big city events and then the more remote villages. The guides were fabulous and the fellow travelers were wonderful!

Favorite "WOW" moment

"I have several, but I think one of things that I really loved was the hike from Austria into Germany across an old border crossing. Followed by hiking the open trails in Cinque Terre with the fabulous views!"

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

The mix of city vs. country-side destinations was great, and the mix of group time vs. free time was spot on. Our tour guide Dimitri fostered excellent group comradery. We were fortunate to have rather nice weather for nearly all of the 3-week tour, and traveling by bus was a great way to see the natural beauty of the many regions we traversed. I can't say enough good things about how things were managed and organized, nor about the amazing sites we visited and meals we ate!

Favorite "WOW" moment

"My favorite stop on the tour was the Cinque Terre on the Italian Riviera. The views on the hikes in the hills between the little towns on the Mediterranean coast were stunning, and the seafood (and gelato) was among the best food we had on the entire trip!"

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

My tour guide made our trip. We learned so much from him.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Seeing the ocean coming out from the train tunnel in cinque terre"

Overall rating: rating 4 of 5

The tour was wonderful! The people were great and the guide was even better! Dimitri was so knowledgeable about everywhere we were at and had such good recommendations! It was a lot of travel as we were moving every other day which was hard sometimes but still great! I came on the trip as a solo 23 year old and everyone was so welcoming and never made it feel like I was alone!

Favorite "WOW" moment

"My favorite moment on the trip was cinque terre which was so beautiful and we had great weather for it which made it even more amazing "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Demitri, Gregoir and Richard are wonderful, helpful, funny, entertaining leaders.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Snowing the entire time we were in the Alps."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Love it. Great guide Yorick. Great bus driver Richard. They were a good team and we were a good group, with lots of cohesion and tons of laughter.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"So many, hard to narrow down. Neuschwanstein Castle; Duomo of Florence, Swiss Alps and cable to Murren, Roman Forum and of course the walking tour of Paris."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Seeing all the countries and the changes from one country to another.The comfortable bus transportation, made it all possible.Great hotels,foods, guides, bus driver, towns. Loved it all.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Many “Wow” moments. The Colosseum, Vatican, Castles, sculptures, paintings, museums."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

We saw a lot of the highlights one expects to see in Europe during our tour, covered a lot of territory, and really enjoyed the tour. The trip was what we expected in terms of seeing a big cross-section of Europe and thinking about what we would want to see again. We had a good group of people and our guide and driver were great. Group meals were very nice, the food quality good, rooms comfortable with mostly friendly staff, and overall very good value for the money.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"This is difficult to say as there were many great moments and discoveries. Seeing well-known pieces of art (Night Watchman, Mona Lisa, Sunflowers) in person was great, but also many less well known pieces. The scenery during the trip was also wonderful. The Alps in Austria and Switzerland was impressive, as was the Mediterranean in Cinque Terre. The view from our hotel room in Lauterbraun was terrific."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

My husband & I had a wonderful time on our tour of Europe! Not only did we see amazing sights & learn so much history but we met so many new friends & got to share wonderful experiences together!! Our tour guide Yorick was a wealth of knowledge,enthusiastic the entire three weeks we travelled! We also were so fortunate to have Richard our experienced bus driver!! We always felt safe & he had a great sense of humour!! Let just say we had a “trip of a lifetime “ Thank you Rick Steves & Staff 😊

Favorite "WOW" moment

"There were so many “Wow” moments!! Cinque Terre was amazing & of course our gondola ride in the Swiss Alps was breathtaking!! "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

I had an amazing time on the trip; the places we went were wonderful; I was excited for every location. Our tour guide Yorick was great. He took the time to explain where we were going, provided us with some orientation of the area (language, logistics etc.) He made himself available for additional questions. The Transportation was great it was a comfortable bus which given the hours we were on was greatly appreciated.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"I think my biggest wow moment was St. Peters Basilica in Rome. The reason was it was not part of the tour but Yorick let us know that we could get there in there early in the morning (as we had things to do starting at like 10). and be able to enjoy it. He was right I found it as I had hoped peaceful and beautiful. I went at 630am; was in side at 7am and stated for 2 1/2 hours. "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

This tour was perfect in every way! I enjoyed the amazing destinations, group sight seeing activities, dinners, and expert guides and bus driver. The tour was very active, as promised, but also the right amount of free time to catch up and make your own choices on activities. Our tour group had a really great group dynamic which enhanced the experience even more. It was fun to get to know different people all sharing this same wonderful experience.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"A day in Cinque terre visiting all five villages by train and the Roman ruins. There were many "wow" moments but these two stood out for me. "

Overall rating: rating 4 of 5

The Best of Europe in 21 days tour was a great peek into many different places and countries. It gave us a really good idea of where we want to visit in the future. Our group was great and we all got to know one another and looked out for each other, definitely formed friendships during our tour!

Favorite "WOW" moment

"We had so many different "wow" moments, but some of the highlights were the views in Switzerland, street food pasta in Venice, night music on the streets of Florence, and the peacefulness of the Cinque Terre."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

The tour exeded my espectations by far. Really well organized and there were no umpleacent surprises. The intinerary falled the schedule that was planed. The service that our guide Jody Engelsdrop, provided to us was outstanding. Always on time, always ready to help us. She did everything she ciuld to make our trip unforgetable. Peter our driver was exceptional. The best driver ever. Not to mention our brand new bus, it was so confortable and beautiful. It was definetly, the trip of my dreams.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"I had a couple of wow moments. When I saw the Michelangelo's David, the Domo of the Catedral in Santa María del Fiore in Florence, the Rembrandt's, at the Rijksmuseum museum in Amsterdm.The River Cruise was so beautiful and relaxing, I enjoyed it so much. The beautiful Medieval Rothenmburg a place to forever remermber. The breathtakin beauty of the Swiss Alps. The ride on the góndola lift was magnificicent. The views, out of this world. The Coliseum in Rome, The Mona Lisa in París . "

Overall rating: rating 4 of 5

Overall tour experience was wonderful. Our guide was awesome, food was very good and accommodations were certainly adequate. Well, worth doing. The places we visited were very interesting and we were well informed about each place we visited. The tour group were very friendly and enjoyable to be with for 21 days.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Switzerland was probably the biggest “wow” moment for me although, there were many fascinating moments throughout."

Overall rating: rating 4 of 5

It was very fast paced and busy from the start, anyone considering this trip should heed the warning of long walks and strenuous physical activity. Aside from that, the tour was fantastic, providing many museum, church, castle and history of the times. The reason for a very good instead of outstanding is because of the Covid 19 Policy. 6 of our 26 tour members left the tour early for testing positive. Colds or flu are ok but not Covid. To much cost to risk having to leave the tour.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Many wow moments, the Lautenbrunner Valley in Switzerland stands out for beauty and serene vistas. While walking the valley we encountered many hang gliders, cows, goats, and 4 base jumpers that had us concerned until their chutes opened. "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

As the brochure said, it was strenuous. But it was worth the effort. Very good tour as a general survey of Europe.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"The Forum and Colosseum in Rome. Great local tour guide."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

The tour fulfilled all of my expectations! Excellent guides, excellent driver, excellent opportunities.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"The view at the top of Stilhorn Mountain"

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

This tour was so well put together. I enjoyed all of our destinations. Each was just a taste of what it was like with so much more to know.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"So many wow moments. Learning more about the Roman Empire throughout the trip. Some of my biggest were from the Coliseum in Rome. Learning about the retractable roof, the lift for animals and the Circus Maximus which could hold 250,000 people. Wow! "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

It was absolutely perfect, went way over my expectations

Favorite "WOW" moment

"I really enjoyed going up to Restaurant Piz Gloria for breakfast"

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

It was really beyond my expectations even though I knew it would be great before the trip. The whole trip was flawless: the tour guide Ragen is fantastic; the cities chosen are very well balanced between cultural and fun; hotels are very convenient and cozy; food are amazing; the group time and free time are very well arranged... The whole experience is really a life-time memories.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"I WOWed so many times, when I saw the fairy-tale town Bacharach; when the Austrian singers sang and interacted with us; when standing in front of Florence Cathedral at sunset; when I was in the Mediterranean Sea in Cinque Terre; when hiking amongst the Alps in Switzerland, when I was standing in front of Mona Lisa in the Louvre in Paris... But the most WOW, was taking gondola to the top of Shilthorn (2,970m) to have breakfast in Piz Gloria and seeing the breath-taking sceneries in Switzerland."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

It was breathtakingly beautiful and wonderful in every possible way. It exceeded my expectations in every area, and they were pretty high!

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Swiss alps and being in Paris "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

This was my 1st time in Europe and this tour exceeded my expectations. Every detail about this tour was amazing.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Walking into St. Mark's square in Venice and seeing the the Basilica with the sun hitting it. "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

It was just as wonderful as advertised. Realistic and exactly as the books etc say. Locations and hotels were charming and we covered a great deal of countries and ground.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Breakfast in Switzerland at 10,000 elevation at the place that rotates. Riding the tram to get there and all. And the ride on the Seine in the evening "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

This was my first experience with Rick Steves tour and it was everything I could have hoped for: accommodations, travel arrangements, tickets, etc. Plus we had the best tour guide; thanks Ragen!!

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Each day! No kidding...each day Ragen would ask if we were ready to have our best day, so far, and each day it was always great."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Great sites, hotels and guides. Great tour guide and bus driver.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Bicycles in Haarlem"

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

The tour was well planned and all of the excursions were informative as well as fun.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"The Netherlands in general was just "wow""

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

This was an exceptional tour with just enough time in each place to see the main sights and get a feel of the ambiance.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Taking the tram car to our hotel in Murren Switzerland."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

I had a great time with the RS 21 day Europe Tour. It is a great tour for those who are going to Europe for the first time, and want to see the general Western Europe. The group I had was great and we bonded very closely. Tim is also a great knowledgable guide, also pretty funny, and accommodates to each traveler's needs and schedule. Richard is also a great driver, and manages to get us through tight spaces. He is also fun to hang with as well.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"My "wow" moment is the majestic Swill Alps, and the relaxing beaches and harbors of Cinque Terre. Very different from cities, malls, and skyscrapers. I would have a hard time finding them on my own."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

This was my first time overseas, I really had no idea what to expect. I loved ever moment. The countryside, food, history told by tour guide, Tim. Comfort of the bus.... everything was beyond my expectations.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Every country was another Wow moment. If I had to choose one wow I guess I would say Switzerland! Seeing that country for the first time was incredible."

Overall rating: rating 4 of 5

The trip was well planed and guided. Our bus driver was excellent getting in and out of tight places.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Seeing the variety of art and architecture. Realizing what the Romans had to work with, the coliseum was quite an engineering feat."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

The trip far exceeded my expectations. The organization, the tour guides, the bus driver, the hotels and the food were all fantastic.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"The view from the hotel room in Mürren, Switzerland."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Excellent tour. Our guide Tim was outstanding in so many ways…..a kind, caring, engaging,courteous, knowledgeable, humorous professional guide. He did a great job keeping us on time and on schedule. Our bus driver, Richard, is a talented safe professional driver. He is truly a charismatic, humorous, handsome well dressed man with a heart of gold. The tour locations, activities, hotels and food were excellent!! I would highly recommend this tour to all travelers.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"A lot of WOW moments during our tour. Most memorable in Amsterdam (Riks museum and tour guide Robert) Venice ( Gondola ride) Cinque Terra (scenery, Miky Ristorante). Paris (Eiffel tower, Lourve museum). My favorite was Mürren, Switzerland (incredibly beautiful Alps, Edelweiss hotel, Schilthorn summit). I definitely hope to return to Switzerland in the future. The attractions at all locations on this tour were outstanding and my thanks to Rick Steves for a well planned tour of Europe. Bravo!!!"

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

We had a fabulous time! Tim took us on a wonderful adventure of places, cultures, history, art, today's society and environment , etc with an enthusiasm that was infectious. I could barely wait to hear more information on a broad range of topics that enhanced wherever we were visiting. The combination of immersion into the local environment along with his enhancing information and narrative made this trip extra enjoyable. Of addl note, Richard, our bus chauffeur, was amazing

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Sunny day in Switzerland. On our last Rick Steves' trip in 2014 we had rain on our trip to Lauterbrunnen Valley and could not experience the awe inspiring beauty of the mountains. We are big outdoor enthusiast so this was a special treat. Up to the top of Schilthorn and some afternoon exploration were wonderful. I wish we had more time to explore the Jungfrau and additional exploring."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

We could not have asked for a better experience on our best of Europe in 21 days tour. Not only did we see and do amazing things but our tour guide was a huge enhancement to our overall experience.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"The Swiss Alps! Our hotel room had a balcony that looked straight out at the mountains and valley below."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

This trip went so much better than anticipated. Our guide Lisa was outstanding. Knowledgeable, good sense of humor, and willing to assist in any way possible. She encouraged us to explore on our own during our free time and provided us with the information needed to help us be successful.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Germany's Bavaria area and the Swiss Alps Absolutely beautiful!"

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

The trip was incredible. We enjoyed the destinations, the activities, the free time, the hotels, the meals, not having to worry about transportation and lodging arrangements, learning about different cultures, everything!

Favorite "WOW" moment

"There were so many amazing moments, but the biggest wow for us was when we got off the bus in Stechelberg and gazed up at the majestic mountains and the waterfalls. The pristine scenery and brisk air made for a breathtaking experience. "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Awesome experience! Everything was taken care of for us -transportation, hotels, tickets to various museums, etc. No worries or hassles! Worth every penny.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Impossible to limit that to one thing; The beauty of the Alps, Chique Terre, and David! People and places made this a trip beyond expectations."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Wonderful experience! Everything was taken care of for us- transportation, tickets for various museums, food-including breakfast every morning and occasional dinners and lunches. We were educated, entertained, and encouraged to explore the many cities and stops along the way!

Favorite "WOW" moment

"The amazing people we met along the way! Our guide, our group, and the many friendly people who helped us with meal ideas at restaurants, gave directions, offers suggestions and were in apart of our experiences in each location. "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Our tour guide made the whole experience the best we ever had. She beat all of our expectattion.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Two days in the Swiss Alps."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Exceeded all expectations- from the minute meeting our guide Lisa- to the end of the tour. All the things I was not excited for- group dinners- tour bus- ended up so memorable! Trip of a lifetime!

Favorite "WOW" moment

"The view in Switzerland of the mountains and Lauterbrunnen Valley from our room"

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

The tour exceeded all my expectations. The weather didn't cooperate in a couple of places, but that's understandable. I'm still basking in the glow from the tour!

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Seeing Michelangelo's "David" in Florence. I had read two biographies of Michelangelo in preparation for the tour and seeing David affirmed my admiration for this great artist."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

I found the tour showed us local customs and cuisine. It was well designed and executed. The guide was able to fit a lot into a day while staying in schedule. A good balance of local life and history. The bus was clean and comfortable. John the driver was excellent. He knew the roads very well and got the bus through some tight spots. The biggest relief on the tourwas knowing there was a toilet on the bus. Others echoed that sentiment.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Fiorentina steak dinner in Florence. I had planned on trying to eat local and had the steak on my bucket list. Other meals that captured the local food scene were great as well. Pork knuckle, sausage meal in Germany, Roman tapas, riztafel in Amsterdam all showed us what these areas highlighted. Having them included in the tour was an important part of the experience "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

So many “wow moments “ and “wow guides “throughout the trip. We experienced a lot more than we were expecting. Our driver, John, made the trip very special. From his excellent driving, wonderful sense of humor and sharing his personal stories he became one of our group.The tour was so well planned, that we realized that we never could have experienced as much on our own.Everyday had new adventures and thrills.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"It’s impossible to name” just one”. Having incredible , local guides made each location come alive! The quaint hotels were lovely , but still had all of the modern conveniences that we could have dreamed of. The breakfasts were all great and better than expected.Switzerland was fabulous , but so was Cinque Terre. Learning about ancient cultures made each location special. We loved the small towns, and their histories, as much as the more famous cities."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

It was so great to have all of the organization done for us. I was overwhelmed enough just packing. Having tours booked, guides scheduled, hotels booked, many of the meals taken care of and all the transportation...it's just overwhelming to think about all that was done for us. Thank you!

Favorite "WOW" moment

"I think for me it was the Eiffel Tower. Just so emotional to see something I have only seen in photos and there is was...big as life!"

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

The tour was a good blend of comfort and adventure. It wasn’t so adventurous that I felt frightened or endangered but I did do a lot more things and explore far more than I would at home or travelling on my own. After the pandemic lockdown, I was quite uncomfortable around people. The tour forced me out of my shell and made interaction with people easier. I also made connections between locations and history that I really hadn’t considered before. I am glad I took the trip.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Lying in our bed in our attic room of our hotel in Baccarach and watching the stars through the skylights."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

The tour was the "Easy Button" I had hoped it would be. I got to see all the bucket list things I'd always wanted to see without having to concern myself with the logistics of such a trip. The friendships we created were a wonderful extra too.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Hiking in the Alps between Austria and Germany, and swimming in a crystal clear mountain lake along the way to Neuschwanstein. A true Wow moment!"

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

It was a trip of.a lifetime. Loved it!

Favorite "WOW" moment

"It might have been having Andy Steves as our tour guide which may have given us extras/special treatment. I particularly enjoyed the hike we took from Austria back to Germany, stopping at the lake. Also, we stopped at the hilltop town of Orvieto, a unexpected surprise. Loved that experience."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

It was a different kind of experience than our European travels on our own, but it was wonderous in its own way—everything travel should be! Countless moments of delight, discovery, and enchantment alternated with thought-provoking interludes and some sobering realities. I was entertained, educated, and inspired creatively. The art and history of humanity awed me while the modern crowds challenged me. It was a feast for the senses, the intellect, the body, and the spirit! And it was convivial!

Favorite "WOW" moment

"If I must pick one, it would be the hike with Andy from Austria into Germany to Neuschwanstein. I felt like I was in The Lord of the Rings, journeying with Aragorn and a merry band through the enchanted forest. The views were spectacular, and we had the trail all to ourselves. When we reached the lake below the castle, we even took a dip, like water nymphs! Soon the castle loomed above us, its gleaming walls shining through the morning mist. We had arrived in the land of the elves! "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Andy was outstanding. He had a complete knowledge of the areas we visited. We really didn't need to have the local guide. I prefer learning about a place on the bus in advance then just walking around to see the local discussed. The meals, hotels and entertainment were amazing. It was hard to keep up sometimes with the activities so we didn't do everything that was arranged. It gave us a chance to relax.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"The top of the mountain in Switzerland. So glad we opted in. Andy did a great job of guiding us and using positive reinforcement to encourage to keep in line."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

It surpassed my expectations! Everything was fabulous…our outstanding, patient, kind, humorous, polished tour guide was the absolute best! Having taught 1st grade, it at time reminded of me of a 1st grade field trip, making me appreciate all Andy was responsible for. The people on tour were wonderful, and fun. The hotels felt safe and comfortable. The food was better than I expected (other than not liking Brauts and potatoes and sausage (but that is just me), the other tour guides were tops

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Hard to choose! There were so many wow moments! I was blown away with the architecture and art work! Cinque Terre was an awesome contrast to Rome (I am not a city girl), but I enjoyed Rome and its many attractions. Walking to see the Eiffel Tower at night, turning the corner, and it being right their, with the sparkling lights, and our tour family sitting in the lawn, enjoying the sights, sharing wine and celebrating, was a special time, as was our last nights dinner in Paris, going to rooftop"

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

This tour was amazing. We had never been to Europe before and now feel we have had a real taste of it. Our guide abpnd driver were both outstanding

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Switzerland was breathtaking "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Super impressed with how much we got done and how professional everybody was. We were unsure as to what we were going into, but it ended up being an outstanding experience. It felt by the end of it we were travelling with family. Our tour guide. Jody was amazing and made our group gel together really well. We’ve made some friends that we hope to see in the future. Richard, the bus driver also made our tour super comfortable and I really enjoyed how both he and Jody joined in on our trip.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Too hard to have one. Wow moment. Switzerland was amazing, but I must say it was the laughs that we had with the group that really made the tour above travelling on our own. Swimming in the Mediterranean after a day of walking in the cinque Terre was another wow moment."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Our tour group was great. Jody our tour guide was wonderful, over the top great, a wonderful and caring person. She was very knowledable about all the areas we visited. Richard was also a great person and a great bus driver. This was our first tour and it was fantastic!

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Every time we walked into a church or castle it was a wow moment. The architecture was unforgetable.Walking through these old cities was astounding. "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Jody was an amazing tour guide, so friendly, passionate, fun and knowledgeable! All the other tour group members were lovely. Richard was such an amazing bus driver with a clean and comfortable coach and a great guy! The 21 day itinerary and the weather were both perfect! An unforgettable experience for all of the right reasons!

Favorite "WOW" moment

"There were so many! Switzerland scenery and swimming in the Mediterranean Sea at Monterosso (Cinque Terre) were standouts! "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Jody was best tour guide ever experienced. The local guides were great too. Well planned with terrific stops & sites.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Swimming & hiking in along Cinque Terre"

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Quite enjoyable travel companions, highly efficient and personable tour guide and driver, 11 hotels in 21 days and each location comfortable and well situated to the sights seen, provided meals were excellent, well chosen activities and local guides. Does require energy and endurance as described, but not overwhelming. Preferred hotels with elevators. Early mornings initially a challenge but became routine. Wife developed sore throat, cough, persistent ear drum issue. Obtained antibiotic.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Trummelbach Falls in Lauterbrunnen and views from Mt.Schilthorn were quite spectacular. Loved Tintoretto et al at Doge's Palace and masque making lesson in Venice. Found Dante's birthplace and museum in Florence quite interesting. Visited Palais Garnier Opera in Paris and Chagall's take on Renaissance ceilings. Coliseum tour in Rome was great. Learning to navigate and utilize local transit in all locations was invaluable. Enjoyed Amsterdam and Venice canaling. Nightwatchman's Tour was eerie."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Very well organized and exactly what was promised.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Switzerland "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Had a wonderful time touring Europe with curious, like minded travelers. Enjoyed every location and the provided excursions and food!

Favorite "WOW" moment

"It is hard to nail down just one, but St. Mark's in Venice and "all of" Switzerland were amazing!"

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

This was my second Rick Steves Europe trip. I really enjoyed it. Everything was taken care of. I just had to show up and have an open mind to experience new things.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Murren, Switzerland. The views of the mountains there are just incredible. "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

The tour was fantastic. Our guide Paul was very knowledgeable and helpful and had a great sense of humor. He did a great job of managing the tour and making sure everyone was accounted for and on time.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Lauterbrunnen, Switzerland, which is without a doubt one of the most beautiful places in the world. My wife and I also enjoyed the group dinner in Florence, which we though was the best group dinner of the tour. We apreciated that they gave us seconds on streak!"

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

If I go to Europe again, it will definitely be with Rick Steves! The whole tour is so well orchestrated. My wife and I participated in most of the group tours but felt no pressure if we wanted a morning or afternoon off. The group dinners were great to get the flavor of the local cuisine. We were impressed with the quality of the hotels on the tour. Most of the breakfasts were good. We saw so many great places that we wouldn’t have seen if we had tried to arrange this ourselves.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"It’s hard to pick one wow moment as each country has its own culture and vibe. I think our biggest wow moment was Murren!"

Overall rating: rating 3 of 5

It was a great experience, but a bit busy.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Mürren Switzerland. Breathtaking."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Awesome guide, many unexpected experiences

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Live Austrian band entertained us at hotel "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Stephanie went above and beyond as our guide. She truly helped ensure we had the trip of a lifetime!

Favorite "WOW" moment

"We went to the Borghese Gallery in Rome during our free time. It blew us away. I was so impressed with the whole experience, but the Bernini sculptures were inspiring!"

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Our guide kept us moving through all of our experiences, including preparing us for the language, for the transportation, for the food, for the difficulty level, for safety precautions. The lodging choices were varied; the food was cultural; and the extra activities were delightful; her Plan B’s became common and appreciated for last minute adventures.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Moving up the mountain on a gondola to our Swiss hotel was beyond anything I have ever done. Wow!"

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

It was an amazing trip!! I loved each and every day

Favorite "WOW" moment

"So many….. but the beauty of the Swiss Alps was breathtaking"

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

As you are aware, Colleen is an excellent guide and made our trip easy and meaningful.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"The view from our hotel in Murren was was the single biggest “wow” moment."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

This tour was great! We went to so many interesting places, and our guide was fabulous. I learned so much; it was a very enriching experience!

Favorite "WOW" moment

"There were many "wow" moments, but I think the Swiss Alps was my biggest "wow"! The impressive peaks, numerous lakes and the flora and fauna were all amazing!"

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

I thought our tour was going to be amazing, and very rarely in life is something so much greater than what I expected. This tour was exceptional. Our guide, Dimitri, made us feel like family from the very first day. Every place we went was so carefully chosen, and the dinners together were so memorable! Also, every guest guide from each city was so wonderful (Timm and Francesca especially YOU both). My heart is happy forever. Thank you!!!!!!

Favorite "WOW" moment

"SO MANY WOW moments. If I must choose, it was with Francesca at the Coliseum and the Forum in Rome. And also everything else in Rome!!!! Saint Peter’s Basilica was mind-blowing!!! I will never forget being there in the morning, with so few people I felt like I had the place to myself. Getting up early in Rome was worth it!!! Thank you, Dimitri for everything. You are an incredible guide. I would do this tour again in a heartbeat, worth every cent."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

This was truly the Best of Europe in 21 days. Our guide Dimitri was a positive leader who did a great job of quickly harmonizing our group. The local guides added a great deal of local knowledge and experience to each new location we visited. The tour accommodated a wide age range from tweens, young adults and seniors. As grandparents we were joined by our two grandsons 17 & 18 who had a fabulous time enjoying their first taste of Europe. This was our 6th RS trip and truly one of the Best.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"It is difficult to pick only one, the beauty of Venice, the amazing art & history of Vatican City, and the Alps of Switzerland. The hike the group took from above Wengen to Klein Scheidegg was truly my “Wow” moment. We were able to view the three peaks Eiger, Monch and Jungfrau. A breathtaking experience."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Overall I had an amazing experience. It was so much fun. I got to see so many incredible things. I really enjoyed how physical the tour was with all of the walking. I also had a great time meeting new people and experiencing Europe as a band of travelers.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"There's no way I could name just one wow moment. Looking out my window in Bacharach and seeing the vineyard and the German houses with the steep roofs. Walking along the canals of Venice and watching the gondolas navigate during high tide. Hiking through the Swiss Alps. Sitting on the grass in front of the Eiffel Tower watching all the other tourists take pictures in front of it. Walking up the stairs of the Eiffel Tower to the halfway point to take in the amazing city views."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Great tour guide with good leadership qualities, who set a positive tone at the onset. Knowledgeable local guides, balanced itinerary, and good group.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"So many Wows! But, hiking from Wengen to Klein Scheiddig in the Alps is a lifetime memory."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

This was the trip of a lifetime! I was a bit nervous about traveling for thee weeks living solely out of a carry-on bag, but I am so glad I did. This was unlike any trip I have taken before. I feel like I learned more about the countries we visited than I would have traveling on my own or taking a cruise. The hotels were full of character and the excursions were terrific. You have to be prepared to walk, but we were adequately warned. I would go on another Rick Steves Tour in a heartbeat.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"The moment of the trip that literally took my breath away was when I saw the view from our hotel in Murren, Switzerland. We arrived at dusk, and the way the setting sun played with the mountain peaks was something out of the movies and was unlike anything I have ever experienced in my life. The beauty was beyond words. I never have felt as connected with the earth and at the time so insignificant in the scheme of life as I did staring at those mountains."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

This tour surpassed my expectations. The tour guides were excellent - -so patient and knowledgeable. We loved the variety of experiences that were scheduled, with opportunities to rest, recharge and explore independently throughout. I had no idea I would have this much fun. I would've started doing these eyars ago!

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Walking out onto our hotel balcony in Murren, Switzerland, and seeing nothing but snow-capped Alps and wispy waterfalls cascading down. Talk about WOW!"

Overall rating: rating 3 of 5

This was my 2nd Rick Steves Tour. Not near as nice as the 1st. Maybe this one (21 Days best of Europe) should be recommended to those who have never been to Europe as it is more of an intro program. Two nights in places like Vince, Rome, Florence and Paris is not enough.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Switzerland views"

Overall rating: rating 4 of 5

I saw many interesting things, and learned lessons about traveling. Next time if I travel in summer, I’ll only stay at hotels that have air-conditioning. Best of Europe is a great sampler, but when I go back, I’d spend at least 3 nights in each place (as I did in my 2 previous trips to Europe). I woun’t employ tour guides inside museums; they repeated much of what I already knew from Rick Steves’ books & videos; large groups around paintings make it harder for other people to see the art.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Wow moments: walking into the Pantheon and seeing the oculus; seeing the French Impressionist paintings in the Orsay, my hotel room window view in the Swiss Alps. My favorite: meeting Australian emergency room nurse Renee and hiking with her 5 miles in the Cinque Terre. Shortly after I left Monterosso, I saw her on the trail, a solo female, doing 2 months in Europe … we hiked together, had breakfast in Vernazza and snacks in Corniglia. I loved her accent & felt pretty safe hiking with a nurse!"

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

My husband & I had a wonderful experience overall. We enjoyed having all lodging already reserved, and enjoyed having bus transportation thus avoiding driving ourselves.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Riding the cable trams in Murren and visiting the Schilthorn (Piz Gloria). Monterosso al Mare & Vernazza at Cinque Terre were a close second for wow factor."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

The tour was well thought out and well organized we both felt that the selection of things to do was excellent.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Switzerland and Murrin on particular were were magnificent. I also enjoyed the luge. It would have been better if people who wanted to go fast were separated from slower riders. As it was I had to brake most of the way to avoid slow riders."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

We had the most amazing 21 day tour through Europe and were left with memories that we will cherish for a lifetime. This tour is perfect for those of us multi-faceted individuals who love a variety of experiences. It perfectly blends the art, history, culture, food, and beautiful landscapes Europe has to offer and leaves you wanting more.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"The drive through the Susten Pass in the Swiss Alps was absolutely mesmerizing!"

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Our tour guide, Tim, was fantastic. He was funny, knowledgeable, helpful, friendly; we could go on and on. The tour was well organized, hotels (and their locations) were great. The included tours and excursions were incredible. We really enjoyed the balance of both group activities and time to explore on our own. We made some great new friends.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Every city seemed to have a "wow" moment, it's hard to pick a favorite. If we had to choose, it would be Switzerland and the Lauterbrunnen Valley."

Overall rating: rating 4 of 5

My husband and I learned so much about the places we visited. If I had just one negative thing to say it would be, "I wish it wasn't so hot"...lol. I would do it all again, just at a different time of year!

Favorite "WOW" moment

"I would have to say Paris was my favorite moment. Even tho we couldn't go up the Eiffel Tower because of the strike, all of the sights we did see were outstanding! The metro system made it very easy to get around."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

From the very beginning of our trip, it was one amazing experience after another! Everyday we thought it couldn't get better, but every day it did! Everything was wonderfully planned; including all the city and side tours, dinners, and accommodations. Our tour guide was very knowledgeable and gave us the history everyday on the way to the next stop. He made everything "come alive" with his stories and humor! And the bus driver was amazing!!

Favorite "WOW" moment

"This is difficult to answer because everyday we said "wow"! I think for us it was probably Switzerland. We saw the landscape changing, and it began to become real when our bus driver drove us up the Susten Pass, which was so very beautiful! Good thing we had a professional at the wheel! The Swiss mountain village of Murren was perfect, and our guest house was beautiful! The mountain hikes, waterfalls, gondolas up the Alps were amazing! That place was hard to leave; but we knew there was more!!"

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

First time in Europe. It was amazing. I loved the tour guide Tim, the bus driver John, and everyone we met along the way.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"I cannot really on point a certain point. There was so much on this tour to take in. Honestly I’m just so excited I got to take my kids along to have a summer in Europe, & we had the ability to do all of the things. "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Simply a trip of a lifetime!

Favorite "WOW" moment

"The Colosseum for my husband. Bacharach for me."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

It was extremely fun, all of the people were nice, the views were amazing, the tour guides were extremely knowledgeable.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Waking up on the bus to see the Switzerland Mountains."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

This is a fast paced tour that hits the highlights of the best of Europe.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"The Swiss Alps. I never would've guessed I'd be saying that but it was just unbelievable!"

Overall rating: rating 4 of 5

Very full trip with many activities A good brief overview of many cities and cultures.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"The drive across the Sussenpass"

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

I would honestly give it a better rating than outstanding. There wasn’t one experience that did not exceed my expectations. From our knowledgeable, enthusiastic and energetic guide, the hotels located in amazing locations the provided transportation with an incredibly professional driver, the group meals it all made for an awesome experience. Can’t think of anything that could have made this a better life experience. PS, this was on my wife’s bucket list, thank goodness she brought me along……

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Too many to pick one. Maybe the gondola ride up the Swiss Alps to a quaint village overlooking the mountains, a beverage relaxing in St Marks Square listening to live music and of course being serenaded on the gondolas in Venice canals. Just a few."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

We liked the selection of hotels, restaurants and tours. We also thought it was a good mix of planned and "on your own activities". The overall price was a really good value based on all that was included. And of course a fantastic tour guide and bus driver.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"The gondola ride in Venice was a "wow" for us. It included a a man with an accordion and a mystery man who suddenly stood up and sang during most of our ride!"

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

The organization, itinerary, the close attention to the details, and the expertise/professionalism of both Ragen and Richard exceeded my expectations. Well done!

Favorite "WOW" moment

"I had many wow moments but my two most memorable days were in Chinque Terre and in Switzerland. I was struck by the beauty and had so much fun!"

Overall rating: rating 4 of 5

I appreciated that so many details of the trip were taken care of for me, there was minimal time spent waiting in line and I was still free to set out on my own

Favorite "WOW" moment

"The size and power of the Rhine River surprised me and I was wowed by basilicas St, Mark in Venice and St. Peter in Rome"

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Thoroughly enjoyed every aspect of this trip. Awesome chemistry between our group,Regan AND Richard our bus driver.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Arrival and view from our room in Murren."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

This tour was all I had hoped for and much more. I don't believe I could have had a better experience, learned more or seen more of Europe in 21 days than I did on this tour. Traveling on the bus was an extremely pleasant experience even though I had worried that it would not be such. Having fewer people on a bigger bus was key to being comfortable. The bus driver and our guide, Ragen, were outstanding at making sure we were all comfortable. The rooms we stayed in were just perfect.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"The hotel room in Murren Switzerland was, hands down, the most breath taking and pleasant surprise on the trip. "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

I really liked Ragen and Richard (bus driver). I especially liked the small villages we visited. I would never have gone there on my own. The bus was very comfortable (even on long hauls) and all of the hotels were great, even those with creative bathrooms. The food group meals were good to very good. The background information and the instructions on how to navigate our different situations were excellent.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Switzerland! We stopped for lunch in Bellanzona, the place my great grand father was from. Even though it was not possible to get a sense of what it was like there 150 years ago, it was special. And then Murren! The most beautiful place I have even been. I loved being there. For me, the best part of a trip is just "being" in a different place and seeing, hearing, smelling different things."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

The tour exceeded all expectations. As someone who loves to plan, is was an unexpected pleasure to sit back and enjoy a great itinerary without having to deal with any of the problems that inevitably come in during travel. Great guides, hotels, and an intentional but not rushed pace made it a first class experience

Favorite "WOW" moment

"I knew I would be experiencing many beautiful places, but nothing preprared me for the stunning beauty of the Lauterbrunn valley"

Overall rating: rating 4 of 5

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Learn about new cultures."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

The tour was outstanding from the moment I purchased it. I was provided with excellent communication on prepping for the tour and what to expect. This continued through the tour with emails, whatsap messages and paper notices posted at the hotel and distributed during the day. Andy and Joe are fabulous guides. the tour was jammed full, but not too full of great activities. I got a really good taste of Europe!

Favorite "WOW" moment

"1. Murren, Switzerland. Huge, gorgeous mountains and the view from my hotel room! 2. Cinque Terre 3. Paris"

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

The itinerary was fabulous. Our guide, Andy Steve's, skill and guidance were impressive. He shepherded us well, attending to a variety of needs like bathroom breaks to free-time advice. We loved his educational talks on the bus. He's a pro. Our apprentice guide, Joe Wray, was fun and knowledgeable about Europe; I think he'll be great. I liked having others on the tour to get to know and share the joys and challenges with. The tour was a good value and I'd like to do another in the future.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"The views from our Murren hotel room... Wow! Our local guide in Bacharach, Thomas, provided vivid insights about what happened when HItlercame to power and also life in the contemporary Rhine valley."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

The organisation of the tour and professionalism of all invoved could not be bettered. The tour leaders and the local guides were really good and of a particularly high standard everywhere. We were very lucky to have Andy Steves as tour leader. His knowldege and his demeanour under pressure was exceptional. The stopovers were often in small interesting places that we most likely would have passed by if doing this tour self organised.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"There were lots of wow moments ... in particular the Swiss Alps were amazing. The gondolas in venice with the musicians onboard one of our gondolas were very special. The attitudes encouraged and fostered by the tour leaders meant everybody got along very well. There was nobody in our group that we wouldn't like to spend more time with."

Overall rating: rating 4 of 5

We had a lot of ground to cover so it was fast paced, but I did not feel rushed. We had a group of 29 people and we ALL became fast friends. Our tour guide Tim was fantastic; very knowledgeable and enthusiastic. Our bus driver Math was super as well. Except for one hotel where we had very little hot water and another where I had a pretty substantial leak of water in my ceiling, all others were good. The reason I did not give Outstanding was because I felt the tour in Paris was weak.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"I had two "wow" moments. The first was the gondola ride in Venice and the second was walking into my top- floor hotel room in Murren and looking directly onto the Alps. "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

We really enjoy Rick Steves tours. This was my 2nd / my wife's 3rd. The tour did a great job at lodging us at the heart of the towns / cities along the way. Using privately / family owned made for a nice local experience of the area. It has a nice balance between group activities and free time. The bus was comfortable, and it felt like a home away from home. Tim Tendick was an amazing guide and did an outstanding job. Finally, getting to know the other people travelling was just so much fun

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Switzerland / Lauterbrunnen Valley was just amazing. It almost was too beautiful to be real. We loved it!"

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

My first tour and it exceeded my expectations. Our guide was wonderful, knowledgeable and very engaging!

Favorite "WOW" moment

"There were many, but seeing Michelangelo's David was incredible. Reading about it in advance via the Rick Steve's app and our wonderful tour guide added to the emotional experience. It's not one I'll ever forget."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

It was a remarkable tour, with a great tour leader, Tim Tendick, a great driver, Matt, great guides, and 29 great fellow travelers. It is an intense tour, with a lot to see and do every day, but with enough free time to take it easy for awhile or see something we found of interest. Some of the meals were memorable for the great food, and for the great camaraderie at the table. By the time we hit Paris we really understood what it is to relax and enjoy meals with friends.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"I am going to hedge on picking one "wow" moment. It would be easy to pick the Alps, the hike at Cinque Terre, or Michelangelo's David, but there were so many other "wow" moments. Every place had something original to enjoy, and the tour guides helped a lot. Without them it would be difficult to appreciate so the art."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

The tour was FABULOUS and very well-organized by the Rick Steves company! Our guide Tim Tendick was extremely knowledgeable about each area we visited, including historical context of each location, and about logistical details that enabled our group to navigate transportation systems seamlessly, including trains, subways, buses, and water taxis. He enthusiastically introduced us to local customs and foods. In Rome, Tim called out a pickpocket who was trying to steal my husband's wallet!

Favorite "WOW" moment

"There were too many "wow" moments to single out just one: the bikes and canals of Amsterdam; the pancake house at the lovely Arnhem Open-air Museum; beautiful, peaceful Bacharach; Rheinfels Castle; sobering Dachau Memorial; Neuschwanstein Castle; beautiful Austrian Alps; "David" at Florence's Accademia; exquisite St. Peter's Basilica, with Michelangelo's Pieta; the Colosseum; picturesque Cinque Terre; breathtaking Swiss Alps; Mona Lisa and Venus de Milo at the Louvre; Eiffel Tower at night!"

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

This tour was fabulous with the right amount of days in each town/country. Each day's itinerary was very well crafted. Our tour guide Tim made the trip smooth and his calm demeanor helped especially when being in each new country. Our group of tour mates were all wonderful people which made everything even more enjoyable. The rest stops were well placed as well.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Most definitely my wow moment was see the Alps in Switzerland and getting to stay in Murren which is 2 gondola rides up! Then going to the top of the Schilthorn the clouds parted and the sun was out so the view was magnificent. My other wow moment was getting to see and stay in Cinque Terre Monterosso for a much needed beach day!"

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

A once in a lifetime vacation that made me appreciate what we saw and how much more there is to see.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"The Pieta in St. Peter's. David in Florence!"

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

In addition to the amazing sites, our guide Tim, was like a history teacher, explaining what we were saying at the time

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Hard to say. So many. Maybe going through ancient Rome, and looking at the ruins."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

This was my first trip overseas. I was hoping to get an over all sample of the many places we went. I got that and so much more. Our fabulous guides shared so much information and enthusiasm for each of our stops they made me want to stay longer in every location. The people in our group were so friendly and upbeat. Everyone was there to have a wonderful time and we did!

Favorite "WOW" moment

"As a novice traveler I was looking forward to the typical highlights of France and Italy. They were indeed fabulous, but the nature girl in me came out. The Swiss Alps were breathtakingly stunning!! I couldn’t believe it was real and I was there. All of Germany was so green and picturesque it was magical. "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

This tour exceeded all my expectations. Our guide Tim was fantastic. The city guides were also excellent. The hotels were well situated and had everything we needed. Group meals were all very well done.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"The Alps! "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Having previously taken the Heart of France tour--and having loved it--my wife and I had high expectations of the Best of Europe 21 day tour. We were not disappointed, as the tour exceeded our highest hopes and demands in every way. From the transportation, hotels, museums, and meals, everything was so carefully crafted and organized so as to allow us to simply be in the moment and enjoy our Grand Tour experience. Best of all was our tour guide, Tim, who was truly remarkable. A real gem!

Favorite "WOW" moment

"There were so many wow moments for me in each of the six countries, but the Swiss Alps especially exceeded anything I had ever imagined."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Everything works so well. It’s so easy and enjoyable to travel so care free. Well done

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Walking into our room in Switzerland and seeing the mountain right outside. Breathtaking natural beauty"

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

We were a little hesitant about doing a 'tour' to see Europe, but after 21 days and lifelong memories, we are glad that we decided to do Rick Steve's Tour. Everything was carefully planned, which removed a lot of the stress from our family and allowed us to take it all in. Our guide, Tim, was great and he provided a lot of history and facts, which complimented the various stops. Our tour had the perfect blend of people which really added to the experience.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Every day was a "wow" moment. From driving through the countryside to the various tours and stops and some surprises along the way. Driving into Switzerland was like no other. "

Overall rating: rating 4 of 5

It was a wonderful introduction to Europe and we are already looking at other Rick Steve options for future travel. Really enjoyed everyone in our group and our guide, Tim, was informative, skilled at managing the logistics, and always encouraging and upbeat. I'm in my upper sixties and walk every day at home. We were able to keep up the active pace without any problem. So glad we kept to the recommended carry-on & backpack to haul over cobblestones and up multiple flights of stairs.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"My favorite overnight stop was Venice as it is just so unique and lovely, especially in the early evening. "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

I had very high expectations for our tour. The experience met or exceeded all of my hopes for a truly remarkable travel experience. The variety of attractions kept the trip stimulating. The pace of activity was demanding but it ensured we would have the maximum experience in our limited time. Our tour guide had a wealth of background and experience. Dimitri made things flow smoothly and shared an amazing amount of information. Our bus and it's driver, Richard, were fantastic.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Despite unusually wet weather in the early parts of the trip, we lucked out with clear skies when it really mattered. I find it difficult to pick a favorite moment. There were too many wow moments that peaked very different interests, making this question hard to answer. If I am forced to pick one highlight, ascending the Alps to the peak at Schilthorn was probably my singular favorite wow moment. We lucked out with an awe inspiring clear morning to immerse ourselves in the mountains."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Overall A GREAT TRIP !!! People - Guide _ Driver Did everything we wanted to do and more......

Favorite "WOW" moment

"It was all great - but - Top of the Alps in Switzerland (Shliterhorn - 007 Villa)"

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

We had a wonderful time on the trip. Excellent guide (Dmitri) and coach driver (Richard)!!

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Murren, Switzerland and the gondola trip to the top of the mountain"

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Dimitri was an excellent guide, and did a remarkable job coordinating the tour activities. Richard (bus driver) also was a group favorite and I could not be happier with the job he did. The only negative I could state would be the threat of kicking tour members from the tour if they contract covid, which lingered in my mind the whole trip. No one in Europe wears masks or seems to be concerned about it. Covid has become nothing more than a cold, and should be treated as such.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"So many to count, but the Swiss Alps stands out."

Overall rating: rating 4 of 5

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

This tour was awesome! We did so much in 3 weeks time, but Dimitri kept us going so that we could get the most out of our time in each city and country. What a whirlwind tour!

Favorite "WOW" moment

"It's a tough call, because climbing the cathedral domes in Florence and Rome were amazing, Cinque Terre was so beautiful, but I suppose being right up there is the Swiss Alps, hotel balcony hanging over a mountain in the shadow of the Iger, riding the gondolas to the mountain tops and seeing the amazing waterfalls were real WOW moments."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

like past experiences never disappoint Rick Steve's tour. Thou this tour was more memorable having a Dimitri as our guide. My hats off to Dimitri get all of us safe first and a lot of funs, educations, adventures and etc...... 21days was bit longer and tired but glad we did before we get too old to do it.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Swiss Alps: Schilthorn at 10,000 feet, Trummelback Falls and Hiking "

Overall rating: rating 4 of 5

Long time Rick Steves fan, first time actually taking a tour. Rick’s got this thing locked in, everything was exactly as advertised. The website says this is a “strenuous” tour, I say that’s putting it lightly, grueling would be a better word but you end up at the most amazing places - 100% worth it. Both our tour manager & bus driver are some of the most impressive people I’ve ever met. A lot of what we did on this tour will be forgotten, I will remember those 2 forever.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"The view from our hotel room in Murren. Our bus drivers meticulously maintained bus & fabulous shoe collection. Richard’s pride in his work was on full display everywhere. Never expected the bus driver to be my “wow” moment, but here I am. Very impressed by him, he greeted everyone individually, everyday. I cried (and I wasn’t the only one), when he dropped us off in Paris, it was like losing a family member. Richard knows how to win friends & influence people, he’s a keeper!"

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Loved how the places we toured were mostly off-the-beaten-path. Our tour guide, Dimitri, was so professional and absolutely Outstanding in his approach to guiding all 28 of his wards. He was very personable, informative, and quite intuitive in decisions he to ensure a wonderful time was had by all! Richard, the bus driver, was professional, timely, and personable. The both of them were terrific!

Favorite "WOW" moment

"So many “wow” moments! What made these “wow’ moments so awesome was that Dimitri would prep us with great background aspects of each bring the experience full circle!"

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

As our guide Matthias said, every day on this tour was a new adventure, and we loved every minute! We enjoyed the scheduled group activities, esp the guided tours. We liked the charming little hotels and appreciated their proximity to the center of town or public transportation. We enjoyed most of the group meals, esp the restaurants in Florence, Cinque Terre and Haarlem. The schedule allowed us time to explore on our own.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Seeing great art up close, Michelangelo’s David in Florence, the Vermeer exhibit at the Rijksmuseum, walking through the great hall at the Louvre, the Raphael rooms at the Vatican, the Berninis at the Borghese, Tintoretto’s Miracle of the Slave at the Accademia in Venice. So many “wow” moments."

Overall rating: rating 4 of 5

Overall a very good tour experience. Our tour Guide, Mattias, did a great job educating us on the history and customs of the areas we visited.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"There were many WOW moments but probably my favorite was on day 3 when we first walked into the Keukenhof Gardens. "

Overall rating: rating 4 of 5

The tour was very well organized and met all of my expectations. Our guide, Matthias Unger, and our driver, Peter, were professional and friendly. It was magical and it was fun.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"There were many - first glimpse of Orvieto, first sight of Cinque Terre. It’s always a huge WOW seeing the Grand Canal in Venice and the Duomo in Florence. "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

This was my first Rick Steves' Tour and I didn't really know what to expect. The tour exceeded my expectations in terms of great organization by our guide and useful information in each city/town we visited. I was a little worried about a group of 29 people being able to stay organized and be on time but it wasn't an issue. While we were very busy doing things it was also relaxing not to be in charge of our days. I enjoyed turning most of that over to our great guide Matthias.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Cinque Terra- all the towns were so beautiful and colorful. Of all the places in Italy we visited this is the one that stands out and is a must return for me. Being able to swim in the sea was also a true highlight of the trip! "