Our exclusive Scenic FreeChoice inclusions offer you the freedom to personalize your touring experiences to suit your individual taste. We understand that guests interests differ from one person to the next, so we give you the opportunity to tailor your vacation. Simply select the Scenic FreeChoice activity that you would like, and we take care of the rest - it's all part of our fully inclusive touring, with no extra cost to you. You don't even have to decide everything all at once.
Your arrival destination activity must be chosen prior to travel, with all other destination choices decided on tour. You may choose one Scenic FreeChoice activity per city.
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Scenic FreeChoice activities are offered in Amsterdam, Wurzburg, Passau, Vienna and Budapest. Whether you want a full day of sightseeing or a quintessential European experience, there is a Scenic FreeChoice just perfect for you. Here are some examples:
Extensive Day Tours
- Venture into the heart of Bohemia in the Czech Republic for a visit to the fairytale town of Cesky Krumlov.
- Travel through the Bavarian countryside to the Austrian setting of the Sound of Music, historic Salzburg, birthplace of Mozart..
Historic Sites
- Visit the Schonbrunn Palace in Vienna, home to the Imperial Hapsburg dynasty for over 400 years.
- Tour the Bishop's Residenz in Wurzburg, famous for its Baroque architecture.
Unique Experiences
- Make like a local and soak in the healing thermal waters of Budapest's renowned Szechenyi Bath.
- Experience the tradition enjoyed by 19th Century European literary geniuses and poets, with coffee and cake in a Vienesse Kaffeehaus (coffee house).
 
For a full list of the Scenic FreeChoice inclusions you may choose from, please click on the cities below:
Coach and Canal Boat Tour
- See Amsterdam's famous sites from two perspectives – by motor coach and glass top boat. You will marvel at the elegant merchant’s residences, magnificent churches and historic warehouses, as your boatman navigates the maze of quaint canals. On your motor coach you will visit such famous sites as Dam Square and the floating flower market.
Amsterdam Bicycle Tour
- Explore Amsterdam like a local, on a guided bicycle tour. You’ll go to places inaccessible to motorized transport, such as the Jordan, the working class neighborhood from the 17th Century, now a trendy spot to live, and the Vondelpark, the green lungs of Amsterdam
Zaanse Schans – Windmills and Dutch Cheese
- Take an excursion to Zaanse Schans, a delightful village on the banks of the river Zaan, with wooden houses typical of the area, charming gardens, tradesmen's workshops, historic windmills and engaging little shops. Visit a traditional cheese farm to see how Dutch cheese is produced, a wooden shoe maker and an active windmill.
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Wurzburg Tour and Bishop’s Residenz
- Enjoy a guided tour of the Franconian town of Wurzburg, which features a large shopping area as well as many coffee houses, pubs and restaurants. The highlight of your tour is a visit to the magnificent Prince Bishop's Residenz Palace designed by leading Baroque architects. If you have the stamina, you can also climb up to Wurzburg’s grand fortress castle.
Romantic Road Excursion to Rothenburg
- Take a Romantic Road excursion to Rothenburg, considered to be the best preserved medieval city in Europe. You will see the Gothic and Renaissance City Hall as well as the famous city councillor’s tavern and the legendary "Master Draught". You might also like to visit the Christmas Museum, which pulls you into a fairy-tale of cinnamon, Christmas Trees and glass ornaments.
Wine Cellar Visit at the State Court Cellar
- Visit the most famous wine cellar in Germany. The wine cellar, located below the Bishop’s Residenz was built in 1719. Venture in to this enormous area to learn more about the history of the cellar and even get a chance to taste 3 locally produced wines.
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Cesky Krumlov Day Trip
- Step back into the middle ages in Ceský Krumlov, and wonder if you really have gone back in time or if you are in a fairytale movie set. Located in the Czech Republic, it is called Bohemia´s heart and is a World Heritage site. After a guided tour and included lunch you’ll have time to explore the Shiele Museum, wax museum, gothic church, monastery, town hall and other sites in this 13th Century wonder.
Salzburg Day Trip
- Travel to the magical city of Salzburg, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, birthplace of Mozart and the setting for "The Sound of Music". This is a full day tour, which takes you through the scenic farming area of Bavaria and into Austria. You’ll stop at Oberndorf to see the Chapel where Silent Night was composed and at the castle Hellbrunn to see the Gazebo from “The Sound of Music”. Also included is a walking tour of Salzburg, renowned as a city of music and culture.
Passau Walking Tour
- Walk the streets with your local guide to appreciate Passau´s beautiful Baroque and Gothic architecture. Located at the confluence of three rivers - the Danube, the Inn and the Ilz – you’ll see the pilgrimage church Maria Hilf with its famous stair case, and the castle Vest Oberhaus, which overlooks the town, and visit St. Stephen´s cathedral and City Hall, if possible.
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Schonbrunn Palace
- Go on a guided tour of the gorgeous Schönbrunn Palace, the summer residence of the Imperial Habsburg dynasty for over 400 years. You will see the rooms where Maria Theresia and Kaiser Franz Joseph lived and worked and pass Belvedere Palace, the summer residence of Prinz Eugen.
Coffee and Cake
- Savour the strong, fresh flavor of Viennese coffee paired with your choice of authentic German style cakes as you experience the centuries old tradition of visiting a true Vienna coffee house at the world renowned, Café Landmann. Try the famous Viennese cake Sachertorte – a rich chocolate cake with a divine chocolate coating and a thin apricot jelly strip. On your way to the Café, you’ll see some of the historic buildings of Vienna, including the Opera House.
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City Tour of Budapest
- See the highlights of this magical city, including a visit to Castle Hill, where you’ll marvel at the views overlooking Budapest, and see the Mathias Church, the Fishermen's Bastion, and the Buda Castle. Drive throughout the city, passing Parliament, St. Steven Basilica, City Park, the Opera House, and the Great Synagogue and stopping at historic Heroes Square.
Budapest Baths
- Take your swimming suit and go for a soak at the Szechenyi Bath, one of Budapest’s famous thermal baths. Opened in 1879, Szechenyi Bath has the deepest and the hottest thermal spring in Budapest. You can relax in one of the 3 open-air pools or in one of the 12 inside pools.
House of Terror Memorial Park
- Learn more about the fascist and communist dictatorial regimes in 20th century Hungary at the House of Terror. It contains striking exhibits and a memorial to the victims of these regimes, including those detained, interrogated, tortured or killed in the building. Please note that this tour is suggested for dedicated history buffs only, as the content is quite graphic.
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