European cruise travel guide

Europe is a desirable place. The economy and civilization index here are highly developed, with unique humanistic charm and well-protected natural landscapes. Traveling here is your best choice. Here are some tips for you Share your European cruise travel guide.

In fact, traveling is a very hard work, and you have to start researching one month in advance.

Everything from air tickets and hotel schedules to train timetables and subway maps requires consulting a lot of information and racking your brains to make a final decision.

Coupled with the traveling, traveling here and there carrying an increasingly heavy suitcase, I visited three or four cities at most, and I was so tired that I just wanted to go home and sleep.

But this trip to Europe, I visited 10 cities in 4 countries in 11 days, and the total cost was 1-1.5 million yuan, which will be cheaper in the off-season.

Because I chose to go with the ship and follow the Viking cruise ship all the way down the river, the itinerary was planned reasonably and easily, and there was no need to worry or rush around at all.

Looking at the scenery and shopping every day, you can always go back to the deck to have afternoon tea when you are tired. This is really called vacation mode.

First share a Viking cruise itinerary. It doesn’t get dark until 9:30 every day in Europe, so the days become very long. It’s long enough to let yourself relax and solve the troubles that you can’t think clearly on weekdays. .

Originally I was vaguely worried that I would get seasick, but then I discovered that the water in the Rhine River was gentle and the speed of the cruise ship was only 20km/h. If you didn’t look at both sides of the river, you couldn’t feel the ship moving at all.

The river view room with its own small balcony is particularly hypnotic when sleeping. I drink a cocktail in the lounge after dinner every day and start to feel sleepy when I return to the room. The schedule is very regular.

When you don’t want to get off the ship during the day, you can lie down on the sofa in the room or on the sundeck, drink a cup of coffee and read a book, which is the essence of the leisurely life of European people. It is so comfortable.

It is no exaggeration to say that this is the first time I have felt at home while traveling.

All luggage can be laid out generously. There is no need to rush around for travel. There are no mandatory consumption points. If you don’t want to join the group, you can say hello and move around freely at any time. There is also a 24-hour food supply, even with orders. The staff will help you fill out the huge tax refund form, which is very worry-free.

Without further ado, let’s start sharing this eleven-day journey! Switzerland

The first stop this time was Basel, Switzerland, a quiet town at the junction of the three countries. Suitable for a walk after a meal.

Early the next morning, we arrived at the Jungfraujoch, where snow falls in June. You don’t have to be afraid of the cold. There are winding trains all the way. All you have to do is hide by the heater and watch the window turn from green to white.

Back on the boat in the evening, we also had roasted lamb legs and pepper chicken, along with a bowl of pig's trotter soup, a perfect first day.

The second stop in Switzerland is Lucerne, which is surrounded by mountains and rivers. It is the favorite resort town of the Swiss people.

There are dense swans on the lake, mist and mist on the shore, and there are many small villas as beautiful as castles on the island on the other side.

At noon, we had authentic cheese fondue on the cruise ship. In the afternoon, we walked around the old town and found a pocket watch that I fell in love with at first sight.

Who said Switzerland is "so boring" with its beautiful mountains and rivers? It's obviously a great place to visit, and I really want to come here to retire. France

Further north from Lucerne, you will reach France.

The first stop was Strasbourg, a very free and unrestrained city. Even if I wore a big red robe, I would not look dazzling, but would look like a gypsy girl.

Although the area is not large, there is also Paris Spring where you can go shopping. I checked the discounts and found that they were consistent with those in Paris. I beat Maje and Sandro’s clothes and pinko’s high-quality swallow bags. The next day in Paris, I bought them Put it on with enthusiasm.

Sandro's backless dress with a cheongsam design made me stopped by a photographer on the Champs Elysées and asked to take a photo. With this honor, I can finally be considered a qualified fashion blogger.

Since I have been to Paris before, this time I went shopping specifically. I broke away from the large group that visited the Louvre and Notre Dame. Starting from the Arc de Triomphe, we swept along the Champs Elysees towards the Marais area. go.

Although every big city has its own luxury street, the French are too romantic. The waiters don’t care whether you have the financial resources to make purchases. They just want to share the beautiful things in the world with you. You don't have to tremble outside the store to give yourself courage.

If you have good feet, you can also find many hidden boutique vintage stores in this area. The Burberry windbreaker is 1000RMB, and the Dior high heels are 800RMB. I am ecstatic. In my pocket, I will write a special article to pick out those good-quality vintage shops in Paris another day.

There is also a vintage store, Lessuites, which is more expensive than CHANEL's global flagship store. It collects high-end couture gifts and accessories from celebrities over the centuries. They are so gorgeous that your legs will go weak.

Don’t be nervous about your shy bag. The waiter doesn’t expect you to buy it, but he will proudly show you his beautiful collection. It’s just a pleasant trip to the costume museum. Germany

After entering Germany, we went to the quiet and profound Heidelberg.

The moss here is green, and time seems to stand still. The people living here are like knights coming out of the castle, gentleman and elegant.

(My favorite city during this trip)

The second stop is Koblenz. Although the city is not big, the sculpture of William the Great can be seen from a distance.

Local young people took a walk under the sculpture to enjoy the breeze. When night fell, they gathered in the amusement park to play the spin car. I tried it once, and it was a roller coaster-level thrill.

On the third day we arrived at the famous Cologne. When I was visiting the cathedral, a young girl who was traveling with me asked me, "Why does the cathedral have to be so grand?"

I liked the man's answer very much. He said, "Because I want people from far away to know it." "Where should I pray?" I find it very poetic and want to be romantic with you.

Unfortunately, the day we arrived in Cologne happened to be a Sunday, and everyone was closed for the day, leaving almost no streets to go shopping.

But as a blessing in disguise, a more local flea market appeared. For several kilometers along the river, it felt like half of the people of Cologne came out to show off their antiques. I also found several brooches and earrings that I liked.

However, Germans who are good at logical thinking and strict in doing things really don’t understand fashion, so there is no need to buy shirts or bags.

The real treasure of Germany lies in low-key and easy-to-use drugstores!!

Let me take a group photo of the purchases I made this time, and wait until I use one Yue will come back to tell you in detail. Netherlands

When we arrived in the Netherlands, everyone had already had a lot of fruitful shopping and was too lazy to get up early.

Viking Cruise obviously guessed it. The itinerary was extremely relaxed and allowed me to rest until two o'clock in the afternoon before disembarking.

After getting off the boat, you cross the road and reach the Children's Embankment, where you can watch the windmill whirring in the afternoon wind.

The next day we arrived at the highlight of our trip, Amsterdam, where we had a whole day to spend.

In the morning we visited the National Gallery of Art and the Van Gogh Museum, and in the afternoon we walked around the old town. Although I had almost bought everything on my wish list, there were a lot of boutiques and vintage shops here, so it was inevitable to pick up some items. Two bags back to the ship.

After dark, the red light district becomes lively, with the aroma of marijuana filling the streets, bikini girls soliciting customers in the windows, and real sex performances. No matter how tired you are from shopping during the day, you can still enjoy it. Must come!

(Photos are not allowed in the red light district, only online photos can be posted)

When I woke up on the last day and finally embarked on the road back to China, there was one thing that particularly touched me Small details.

At the airport, one of our companions had a problem with his tax refund form. The staff at Viking Cruises were extremely patient in helping us negotiate and even ran around for us for more than an hour until we finally got it. We went to the security checkpoint before leaving.

I was thinking that I must bring my mother here next time. With such meticulous and patient service, I can safely let her travel with the group. I will get off the boat and go alone, and have a buffet together in the evening. Everyone can enjoy themselves, and I am relieved.

The most important thing is that the food on the Viking cruise ship is really amazing. Not only does it have a 24-hour dining bar and bar where you can drink unlimited drinks, but there are also chefs specially poached from China who serve two meals a day. Buffet:

The boiled meat slices, pickled fish, Hainanese chicken rice, and hot and sour noodles are extremely authentic. Even the most tricky Chinese stomach can gain three pounds.

Not to mention Western food. Every time we go to a city, the chef will serve local specialties, and even Paris has an unlimited supply of macarons.

There are two nights left for the seafood feast, including endless salmon and octopus sashimi, and even Jingui’s oysters are unlimited.

I didn’t expect that the first time in my life that I would fulfill my dream of eating a dozen oysters would be on a cruise ship. This trip was worth it just for the food.

In addition to my Rhine River trip, Viking Cruises also has a Danube River trip focusing on Central Europe. I plan to invite my family to take an annual vacation in the fall and give them a relaxing and beautiful family trip.

How can an elderly person not like this kind of gift?

The first half of the year has passed, so plan your travel plan for the second half of the year!

PS: Itinerary For reservations, you can go to its official website Viking.com.cn