{"id":871376,"date":"2022-10-27T17:56:28","date_gmt":"2022-10-27T16:56:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/?p=871376"},"modified":"2025-03-05T15:33:59","modified_gmt":"2025-03-05T14:33:59","slug":"trafalgar-historic-europe-tour","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/trafalgar-historic-europe-tour\/","title":{"rendered":"6 historic spots to savour on Trafalgar&#8217;s Traditional Europe tour"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Open your eyes and let your curiosity run wild on Trafalgar\u2019s 3-week <a href=\"https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/tours\/traditional-europe\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Traditional Europe<\/a> tour. Starting in ultra-cool Amsterdam, you\u2019ll peel back history at every corner on a historical journey across Germany, Switzerland, Liechtenstein, Austria, Italy and, finally, France.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>From crumbling castles and colossal cathedrals to and meandering canals and sleepy seaside towns \u2013 there\u2019s plenty to spark imagination. And since we know you\u2019re dying to know&#8230; here are 6 special historical spots to look forward to.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><em>GET INSPIRED BY: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/tours\/traditional-europe\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Traditional Europe tour<\/a> (spots left for April-May 2023)<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-trafalgar-s-traditional-europe-tour-6-historic-spots\"><strong>Trafalgar\u2019s Traditional Europe tour \u2013 6 historic spots:<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>All roads lead to Rome<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"682\" src=\"https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/2022\/10\/tamal-mukhopadhyay-yqf_IsZv2Lo-unsplash-1024x682.jpg\" alt=\"Rome colosseum\" class=\"wp-image-871387\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/tamal-mukhopadhyay-yqf_IsZv2Lo-unsplash-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/tamal-mukhopadhyay-yqf_IsZv2Lo-unsplash-330x220.jpg 330w, https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/tamal-mukhopadhyay-yqf_IsZv2Lo-unsplash.jpg 1400w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Where else to start but Rome? The land of bloodthirsty battles, gladiators, breath-taking art and colossal ancient ruins. You\u2019ll lose yourself in the history of it all during your two days here. Firstly, it\u2019s time to uncover the treasures of the Vatican with a Local Specialist who will take you on a sightseeing tour through St. Peter&#8217;s Basilica to see Michelangelo&#8217;s sorrowful Piet\u00e0. Before crossing into Ancient Rome to see the biggest arena in the Roman empire \u2013 the mighty Colosseum (built in 80AD), where brave gladiators and wild animals once fought to the applause of 50,000 enraptured spectators.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Compelling Cologne<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"682\" src=\"https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/2022\/10\/europe-g88216f204_1280-1024x682.jpg\" alt=\"Cologne Cathedral\" class=\"wp-image-871389\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/europe-g88216f204_1280-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/europe-g88216f204_1280-330x220.jpg 330w, https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/europe-g88216f204_1280.jpg 1280w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>No, this isn\u2019t a first date review. Germany\u2019s 2000-year-old city on the Rhine river offers limitless exploration. Welcome to Cologne \u2013 where a majestic Gothic Cathedral begs for attention. We\u2019ll stop here to admire the iconic twin spires and five-aisled basilica of this marvellous UNESCO World Heritage Site. It is widely believed to be the final resting place of the Three Wise Men \u2013 helping cement itself as an enduring Christian symbol. Amazingly, the building work was started in 1280 but not completed until 1880 as all builders kept faith to the original plans. You can peel back history here \u2013 before a blissful cruise on the Rhine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><em>RELATED CONTENT: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/unique-unesco-sites\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">6 unique UNESCO sites to visit with Trafalgar<\/a><\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Enchanting Heidelberg Castle<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"682\" src=\"https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/2022\/10\/heidelberg-ge7f706d62_1280-1024x682.jpg\" alt=\"Heidelberg Castle\" class=\"wp-image-871383\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/heidelberg-ge7f706d62_1280-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/heidelberg-ge7f706d62_1280-330x220.jpg 330w, https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/heidelberg-ge7f706d62_1280.jpg 1280w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>There\u2019s nothing like a castle to ignite your historical imagination. Perched 300 feet up in vibrant green hills, this fairy-tale-like castle waves a warm hello to anyone visiting Heidelberg, southwest Germany. First constructed in the early 12<sup>th<\/sup> century, its colossal red sandstone walls and lush gardens were added in the 16<sup>th<\/sup> century \u2013 and today it stands as one of Germany\u2019s most remarkable Renaissance structures (with some Gothic elements). Admire this wonderful sight on our historical <a href=\"https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/tours\/traditional-europe\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Traditional Europe tour<\/a>. And remember your camera.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Lush Lucerne<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"574\" src=\"https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/2022\/10\/lucerne-ga9c88b835_1280-1024x574.jpg\" alt=\"Lucerne\" class=\"wp-image-871386\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/lucerne-ga9c88b835_1280-1024x574.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/lucerne-ga9c88b835_1280-330x185.jpg 330w, https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/lucerne-ga9c88b835_1280.jpg 1280w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>If \u2018pure bliss\u2019 were location \u2013 it would be Lucerne. This small, medieval Swiss city is nestled in a nugget of nature\u2019s paradise \u2013 bookmarked for its glistening lake and surrounded by snow-capped Alps mountains, quaint hillside houses and picture-perfect Swiss countryside.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/2022\/10\/daniela-paola-alchapar-7iUzITtW35k-unsplash-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"Lucerne Lion Monument\" class=\"wp-image-871381\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/daniela-paola-alchapar-7iUzITtW35k-unsplash-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/daniela-paola-alchapar-7iUzITtW35k-unsplash-330x186.jpg 330w, https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/daniela-paola-alchapar-7iUzITtW35k-unsplash.jpg 1400w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>There\u2019s also immense history here. On day 4 of our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/tours\/traditional-europe\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Traditional Europe<\/a> tour, you\u2019ll stand before the remarkable Lion Monument carved into a wall of sandstone rock \u2013 which marks Swiss Guards who lost their lives defending Louise XVI during the French Revolution (1789-1799). Then admire the gorgeous, flower-lined Chapel Bridge that cuts delicately through the medieval old town and showcases amazing 17th-century paintings. Trust us: once you step foot in this paradise, you\u2019ll want to stay forever.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><em>RELATED CONTENT: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/7-awesome-activities-around-switzerlands-lake-lucerne\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">7 awesome activities to do in and around Switzerland\u2019s Lake Lucerne<\/a><\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>The brilliant Basilica of St. Francis<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"682\" src=\"https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/2022\/10\/Basilica-of-St.-Francis-1024x682.jpg\" alt=\"Basilica of St Francis\" class=\"wp-image-871379\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Basilica-of-St.-Francis-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Basilica-of-St.-Francis-330x220.jpg 330w, https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Basilica-of-St.-Francis.jpg 1400w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Stop by the beautiful (<a href=\"https:\/\/whc.unesco.org\/en\/list\/990\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">UNESCO-listed<\/a>) Basilica of St. Francis in the Italian hill town of Assisi to soak in still, historically-charged atmosphere you can\u2019t find anywhere else. You will discover that this two-storied church was built in 1228 to bury one of Italy\u2019s patron saints, St Francis, and his remains. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To help you feel the living history, a local specialist will walk you under the magnificent arches (where friars used to live), pointing out St Francis\u2019 tomb beneath the Basilica, his remains in a stone box; plus the jaw-dropping, exquisitely-designed 13<sup>th<\/sup>-century frescoes by renowned artist Giotto. These include paintings on the Franciscan vows (obedience, chastity and poverty) and 28 scenes from St Francis\u2019 life. This beautiful Basilica ranks high on many bucket lists \u2013 and so hop on our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/tours\/traditional-europe\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Traditional Europe tour<\/a> to embrace it for yourself.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><em>RELATED CONTENT: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/art-masterpieces-trafalgar\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">6 incredible art masterpieces to see with Trafalgar<\/a><\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Florence\u2019s iconic Duomo<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"682\" src=\"https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/2022\/10\/jonathan-korner-pRU-VnBVJMQ-unsplash-1024x682.jpg\" alt=\"Duomo\" class=\"wp-image-871377\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/jonathan-korner-pRU-VnBVJMQ-unsplash-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/jonathan-korner-pRU-VnBVJMQ-unsplash-330x220.jpg 330w, https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/jonathan-korner-pRU-VnBVJMQ-unsplash.jpg 1400w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>A historical European tour must include a foray into Florence. Where the Renaissance city\u2019s iconic symbol catches you immediately. We are, of course, talking about the red-domed Cathedral: \u2018Duomo\u2019.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Bare yet inviting, grandiose but subtle, it was built between 1296 and 1436 \u2013 and you can delve into its history with the help of a local specialist, who shines a light on its Gothic and Renaissance architectural styles and walks you around the 89,000 square foot interior. After, you have the opportunity to visit the Piazza Della Signoria (Florence\u2019s political hub centuries ago) for a local leathercraft demonstration (one of this city&#8217;s historic industries). So what are you waiting for?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Has our Traditional Europe tour sparked your curiosity? Tell us where you\u2019d like to visit (or ask any questions) in the comments below.<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Open your eyes and let your curiosity run wild on Trafalgar\u2019s 3-week Traditional Europe tour. Starting in ultra-cool Amsterdam, you\u2019ll peel back history at every corner on a historical journey across Germany, Switzerland, Liechtenstein, Austria, Italy and, finally, France. 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