Having been involved in the travel business for over thirty five years, I have had the opportunity to visit every continent and see many of the world’s greatest sights. As a result, I am often asked about my favorite places to visit. As it relatest to SCENERY, my answer is almost always ALPINE CENTRAL EUROPE. The unrivaled alpine majesty guarding pristine lakes and charming villages makes this a region that you have to see. Add the interesting history and centuries old culture and you have an unforgettable travel experience.
This is a custom itinerary, meaning it is designed by Webb Tours to see the places which we feel are most important. We find that national tour companies don’t included enough, are very expensive and often don’t visit the most important areas. Tours of this length in Europe by national tour companies are over $1,000 more per person and you won’t see what we will show you. This itinerary includes some out of the way places that you probably haven’t heard about. We look forward to showing you perhaps the world’s most beautiful region – and you’ll see why that is not an exaggeration.
The tour will be directed by an experienced director that has been in these areas many times. We know how to show you this area. We hope you can join us.
Sightseeing Highlights:
This is a CUSTOM tour. It is not cheap. It is worth every penny!
You will likely be in this area once. We do not cut corners. You want to see the best places in each region. We will use our time wisely. We will have every detail preplanned. We will do all we can to ensure that you have a fabulous experience.
You are GUARANTEED to have a great time should you choose to join us. Space is limited to 44 participants. MANY people have been waiting to register. We suggest you enroll quickly if you are interested. You can register online, or you can call our office.
July 26, 2026: This morning we’ll catch our flight for Europe. Because of the eight hour time change, we’ll arrive in Frankfurt on the morning of July 27th. Dinner and breakfast are served on the flight. (D)
July 27: Welcome to Frankfurt. We’ll arrive before noon and transfer to the hotel for a brief rest. It is important to stay active today to allow our bodies to adjust to the new time zone. This afternoon, our we’ll show you around this important German city, including a stroll through the historic “Römerplatz”, in the heart of the city. The brightly colored patrician houses are unique to Frankfurt .Tonight, we will enjoy a delicious welcome dinner with our traveling companions. (B, D)
July 28: Today we drive along the Romantic Road to medieval Rothenburg—a picturesque, walled town perched above the Tauber River. Many have said that if you had to pick only one place to visit in the whole of Germany, it should be Rothenburg as it is one of the best preserved medieval towns in all of Europe. The entire walled town is a living museum. The town wall connects five medieval gates complete with guard towers that date from the thirteenth to sixteenth centuries. This afternoon, we’ll enjoy a delightful walking tour within the walled city. We’ll walk along the narrow cobblestone streets and admire the gothic, renaissance, and baroque houses and fountains. During your free time, you can climb to the top of the Rothenburg Town Hall Tower (from 1250 AD) for a wide-angle view of Rothenburg and take pictures of the surrounding pastoral countryside. Walking in Rothenberg is like stepping back into medieval times. You can sense the old roots of the continent. Not to be missed! (B).
July 29: Today we continue to the south passing through Munich as we make our way into Austria – my vote for the most beautiful country in Europe. We’ll be in the Salzburg area by mid day. Just to the east of Salzburg is the famous Austrian Lakes District and we’ll spend some time here this afternoon. Picturesque towns like St. Gilgen, Mondsee (where Maria married Captain Von Trapp in the Sound of Music) and charming St. Wolfgang. Pristine, calm lakes surrounded by green valleys and high mountains. It is truly among the loveliest scenes in Europe. Dinner is included tonight. (B, D)
July 30: This morning we’ll be joined by a local guide that will take us on an interesting walking tour of Old Salzburg’s historic center. We’ll visit Mirabell Gardens, the Great Festival Hall, St. Peter’s Churchyard and the famous Domplatz. We’ll stroll by Mozart’s birthplace in the charming Getreidegasse. You’ll recognize several of the sites from The Sound of Music. You’ll then have time on your own for lunch and browsing in this most charming setting. This afternoon, we have included an excursion to Berchtesgaden and Hitler’s Eagle’s Nest. Built for his 50th birthday, this mountain-top retreat affords some of Austria’s most breathtaking views. A bus takes us up to the parking area and an elevator built into the mountain takes us to his “Tea House” on the top of the mountain. (B)
July 31: Today we enter the Tyrolean Alps and stop in the capital of crystal, Innsbruck. Enjoy a pleasant walk through its quaint medieval lanes to Emperor Maximilian’s Golden Roof. We then drive to the romantic Passion Play town of Oberammergau where you’ll have time to do some shopping and get some lunch. This afternoon’s highlight is a visit to King Ludwig’s magnificent Neuschwanstein Castle, one of the most famous European castles and copied by Walt Disney at his theme parks. We’ll follow our local guide through this fairytale castle on its craggy outcrop high above a sparkling lake and flanked by the spectacular Bavarian Alps. It doesn’t get any better than this. We stay in Oberammergau tonight. (B)
August 1: Today we continue our travels through western Austria into Switzerland making a lunch stop in the principality of Lichtenstein along the way. The scenery is all around us and traveling on our comfortable coach affords lovely views in all directions. In the late afternoon we arrive in the heart of central Switzerland: Lucerne. The famous flower-clad covered bridge, the picturesque lake and towering mountains make this the Switzerland we all imagine. Optional folkloric dinner and show available tonight for those that are interested. (B)
August 2: This morning we enjoy a walking tour where we’ll see Thorwaldsen’s impressive Lion Monument, dedicated to the fallen Swiss Guards who protected the Royal House of France during the French Revolution. We’ll see the ornate patrician houses of the walled Old Town. Then, cross the famous covered Chapel Bridge to the Jesuit church. You‘ll then have time for lunch and browsing. The narrow alleys, uniquely painted houses and lakefront setting make this a fun town to explore. In the afternoon, we’ve included a cruise on Lake Lucerne which is a relaxing way to enjoy this incredible scenery. (B)
August 3: Today is another day packed with a variety of scenery and interesting places to visit. We cross the Brünig Pass to Interlaken, beautifully situated beneath the towering Jungfrau Massif and nestled between two lakes. We’ll go into the famous Lauterbrunnen Valley and visit Trummelbach Falls, a series of 10 glacier waterfalls INSIDE the mountain. I’ve never seen anything like it. We continue along the shores of Lake Thun Berne. Dinner is included this evening in Bern. (B, D)
August 4: Bern is one of Europe’s most scenic capitols. We’ll drive up to the Rose Garden for a panoramic view of the city and a look at the Medieval Old Town. A local guide will then join us for a walking tour in the old city. We’ll see the hourly parade of painted figures at the Clock Tower and take our pictures of ornate, flower-adorned fountains. We’ll also make a stop at the Bear Park, symbol for the name of the town. This afternoon, we drive to nearby town of Spiez where we catch a train that will take us THROUGH the mountain and into the town of Zermatt where we spend two nights. (B)
August 5: I know I’ve used many adjectives to now, but we have saved the best for last. There is simply no place on earth like Zermatt and no mountain like the Matterhorn. This is a pedestrian town and the only place you can see the Matterhorn in Switzerland. Our morning excursion takes us on the Gornergrat, Europe’s highest rack railway, which takes us closer to the base of the Matterhorn. The views can’t be overstated. You have free time this afternoon to enjoy Zermatt as you wish – there is lots to do. Dinner is included tonight. (B, D)
August 6: Today we work our way south over the famous Simplon Pass into the area knows as the Swiss Valais, an area renowned for its great mountain resorts. By late morning, we will arrive in the town of Stesa on the shores of beautiful Lake Maggiore. This is the famous Italian Lakes District with mountain scenes, lakeside towns and hillsides dotted with private villas. After lunch, we have included a boat ride to Isola Bella, one of the Borromean Islands in the middle of lake Maggiore. The island is quite small and split between a fabulous palace, manicured Italian gardens and a quaint fishing village. You’ll have time to explore it as you wish. We then continue on to Milan and enjoy a farewell dinner with our group this evening. (B, D)
August 7: Today we transfer to the airport in Milan and catch our flight back to the states. You will never forget your journey to spectacular Alpine Central Europe!
A $400 deposit is required to reserve your space. To make a reservation, simply register online by completing the booking form above. Your deposit will be charged to your credit card. If you prefer, you can call us and we will take your reservation information and credit card details over the phone. When we receive your reservation, we will email you a receipt confirming that you are registered for the tour. A letter with instructions, hotel itinerary, flight information (if applicable) and luggage tags will be sent roughly 105 days prior to departure. The balance will be due roughly 90 days prior to departure. You do not need to pay the balance until after you receive that package. We prefer final payments in the form of a check. Webb Tours also accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and Discover. A 2.5% fee applies to final payments made by credit card to cover a portion of the credit card company fees (which are now around 4%)
Cancellation Policy:
We understand that you may need to cancel your trip for unforeseen reasons. If cancellation occurs 180 days or more before departure, your deposit is refundable. If airline tickets are purchased prior to that time (with your permission), they are the responsibility of the traveler. In most cases, airlines will allow the value of airline tickets to be used for future travel. If it is within 180 days, your deposit and other committed funds are non refundable.
Travel Protection:
In today’s changing travel environment, it is important to protect your travel investment so you can relax and enjoy your trip. Unforeseen events such as flight delays, baggage loss or even sudden sickness or injury could impact your travel plans. For your convenience, we offer Travelex Insurance Services 360° Group Premier Protection Plan to help protect you and your travel investment against the unexpected.
Premium for this insurance depends on your age and trip cost and is priced as follows:
Trip Cost (per person) Ages 0-59 Ages 60-74 Ages 75+
| $1,000-$1,500 |
$109 |
$143 |
$211 |
| $1,501-$2,000 |
$149 |
$191 |
$215 |
| $2,001-$2,500 |
$191 |
$245 |
$277 |
| $2,501-$3,000 |
$234 |
$300 |
$338 |
| $3,001-$3,500 |
$276 |
$354 |
$400 |
| $3,501-$4,000 |
$319 |
$409 |
$461 |
| $4,001-$4,500 |
$361 |
$463 |
$523 |
| $4,501-$5,000 |
$404 |
$518 |
$584 |
| $5,001-$5,500 |
$446 |
$572 |
$646 |
| $5,501-$6,000 |
$489 |
$627 |
$707 |
For coverage details and explanation of benefits, you can view or download the policy by going to https://policy.travelexinsurance.com/GPZ-1023.
If you are interested in the travel insurance, please contact Webb Tours any time up until final payment for the tour. You must be medically fit at the time you buy the insurance. The insurance goes into effect once purchased.
This is intended as a general description of certain types of insurance and services available to qualified customers through the companies of Zurich in North America, provided solely for informational purposes. Nothing herein should be construed as a solicitation, offer, advice, recommendation, or any other service with regard to any type of insurance product underwritten by individual member companies of Zurich in North America, including Zurich American Insurance Company, 1299 Zurich Way, Schaumburg, IL 60196. Your policy is the contract that specifically and fully describes your coverage, terms and conditions. Travelex Insurance Services Inc. CA Agency license #0D10209. Insurance coverages underwritten by individual member companies of Zurich in North America, including Zurich American Insurance Company (NAIC # 16535).
Insurance includes the following items:
For benefit and rate information, please review the Group Premier product flyer at https://partner.travelexinsurance.com/docs/premier
Unexpected flight cancellations or weather delays: Webb Tours works diligently to cover all of the details associated with your travel. We make sure that all ground transportation, lodging, local tours, restaurants, specialists, etc, are in place and awaiting our arrival. We ensure that our directors are well prepared to provide you with an experience that exceeds your expectations. One thing we do NOT control are the airlines. Significant problems can arise on a group tour due to canceled flights, weather delays or missed connections. In the case of a flight cancellation, Webb Tours will do all we can to work with the airline to move people to the next available flights. Any portion of the tour that is missed due to flight delays or cancellations is NOT the financial responsibility of Webb Tours. Refunds will not be given for hotels, ground transportation, activities or meals that are missed due to flight interruptions. This is another good reason to purchase the travel insruance which has a provision for missed connections (see Group Premier product flyer referenced above for details). Your participation in the tour signifies that you understand and accept this policy.
Register for your tour on line or mail deposit and reservation details to:
WEBB TOURS
2378 Evergreen Avenue
Salt Lake City, UT 84109
Tel. (801) 278-3101
or Toll Free 1-800-658-8519
Or call us and register over the phone. We hope you can join us.
