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Your next chapter starts in Europe
Escorted European tours.More to discover.
Less to arrange.
Medieval towns. Alpine scenery. Time in Paris. Explore Europe with an organized itinerary and personal guidance from Escape World Travel.
- Request your free Europe tour brochure
- Discover Image Tours’ HEART OF EUROPE® vacation
- Talk through dates, airfare and tour options with an advisor
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See Europe with a plan
Enjoy the places.
Let the itinerary do the work.
An escorted tour brings together hotel stays, transportation and a Tour Manager, so you can spend more time enjoying the journey. It is a practical way to experience several destinations without arranging every connection yourself.
Escape World Travel helps you compare the route, pace, dates and travel arrangements. Start with a free brochure, then talk with an advisor about the trip that fits you.
Featured vacation · Image Tours
HEART OF EUROPE®
One journey through seven countries, from the Rhine and the Austrian Alps to northern Italy, Switzerland, France, Belgium and the Netherlands.
15 daysIncluding flight days
7 countriesFrankfurt to Amsterdam
19 meals13 breakfasts · 6 dinners
Germany · Austria · Italy · Switzerland · France · Belgium · Netherlands
Request your free Europe brochureA route full of variety
- Travel the Rhine past vineyards and castles on an included boat ride.
- Explore Rothenburg, Munich and Innsbruck before continuing into Italy.
- Spend time by Lake Garda and in Verona, then discover the Swiss Alps and Lucerne.
- Continue through France to Paris, Antwerp and the Netherlands.
What’s included—and what’s your choice
- Arranged hotel accommodations along the route.
- An Image Tours Tour Manager throughout Europe.
- European motorcoach transportation.
- 13 breakfasts and 6 dinners.
Optional excursions and independent meals cost extra. Air arrangements depend on the option you select. Ask for a complete quote for your preferred departure.
See how the journey fits together.
Review the full route, daily activities and overnight stops. Independent time and optional excursions give you choices along the way.
View the detailed HEART OF EUROPE® itineraryShown: Image Tours’ 2027 route map. Open circles indicate optional excursions. Confirm the itinerary for your selected departure.
A simple place to begin
From a little inspiration
to a well-planned vacation.
Explore your options
Read through the tour details, compare the destinations and think about the pace that suits you.
Talk with an advisor
Call us to discuss available dates, air arrangements and any current offers before you book.
A traveler’s perspective
Memories that stay with you.
“Wonderful tour, very well organized. I have been on many tours, this was the best value and most enjoyable I have encountered.”
C. Anderson · HEART OF EUROPE® Circle Tour
Before you go
Your Europe tour questions, answered.
Understand the experience, what is included and what happens after you request a brochure.
What is an escorted European tour?
An escorted European tour follows an organized itinerary with a Tour Manager and arranged hotel stays and transportation. On HEART OF EUROPE®, an Image Tours Tour Manager accompanies the group throughout the European portion. The trip combines organized activities, independent time and optional excursions.
Which countries does HEART OF EUROPE® visit?
The 15-day HEART OF EUROPE® tour visits Germany, Austria, Italy, Switzerland, France, Belgium and the Netherlands. The route begins in Frankfurt and ends in Amsterdam, with stops including Rothenburg, Munich, Innsbruck, Lake Garda, Verona, Lucerne, Paris and Antwerp.
Is airfare included in the tour price?
Airfare depends on the travel arrangement you choose. Ask Escape World Travel to explain the current tour-only and air-inclusive options for your departure date and airport. Compare the complete quote, including air taxes and any applicable supplements.
Are these all-inclusive vacations?
Not everything is included. HEART OF EUROPE® includes arranged hotels, European motorcoach transportation, a Tour Manager in Europe, 13 breakfasts and 6 dinners. Optional excursions, independent meals and personal purchases are additional. Confirm the full inclusions for your chosen departure.
Is HEART OF EUROPE® suitable for a first trip to Europe?
It can suit first-time visitors who want a varied introduction to Europe with the main arrangements handled. The tour is classified as Active; travelers should be comfortable with regular walking, uneven surfaces and steps. Ask an advisor to review the daily pace and hotel changes with you.
What happens after I request the free brochure?
Escape World Travel will email you to confirm your mailing address. Once your address is confirmed, the brochure is sent the next business day. You can call 1-800-968-9089 with questions about the itinerary, departure dates, airfare or current offers.
When should I book an escorted Europe tour?
Planning six to twelve months ahead gives you time to compare dates, flights and tour options. Availability and promotions vary by departure. Request current details before booking; submitting a brochure request does not reserve a place or lock in a discount.