The gardens of impressionist painter Claude Monet are a must see for art lovers and gardeners alike. Monet fans will recognize many of its features and settings: the water garden with its lilies, the wisteria-covered Japanese bridge, and the tulip garden. Indeed, art enthusiasts may have an odd feeling of déjà vu here even on their…
Anyone who has taken a Rhine River cruise has drifted through the picturesque base of our German Rhine UnTour. Our home villages are set among the castle-studded Middle Rhine, one of the most memorable parts of the route. You will pass one of our favorite UnTours hometowns, a fairy tale-looking village on the river that…
A month into the new year, we at UnTours are tracking trends in travel. Here are some exciting things happening in global travel, evolving trends that are shaping our programs and opening a new world of possibilities to savvy travelers. None of these are new, but they are growing and shifting in ways that we…
Meiringen is a charming Alpine town. Ringed in snow-capped peaks and filled with charming shops, picturesque chalets, and inviting restaurants, it is one of our most popular hometowns on the Swiss Heartland UnTour. Meiringen and the Hasli Valley have a remarkably history. This was one of the most important trade routes through the Alps for…
London has more world class museums than almost any city in Europe. That’s why we recommend staying 2 weeks on your London UnTour. And the remarkable thing is that some of its best ones are free, including the British Museum. One of the world’s finest collections of historic artifacts and objects from civilizations around the…
Barcelona is an incredible city with plenty to do. But day tripping out of the city will broaden your experience. The beauty of spending a week or two on a Barcelona UnTour is that you have time to venture out. Montserrat is one of the most popular day trips from Barcelona. A visit to Montserrat…
There is so much to see and do in London, even a 2-week London UnTour won’t allow you to cover half of it. Fortunately, many of us will be lucky enough to return to London for multiple visits. And each time we do, it is fun to make a new discovery. Here are a few…
Centered scenically on the southwest shore of Lake Thun, Spiez is a regal, inviting town. With its historic charm, mountain views, and excellent rail connections, it is one of our more popular hometowns on the Swiss Oberland UnTour. Whether you stay here or use the train or boat to visit, you will likely fall in…
Anyone who knows us knows that here at UnTours, we LOVE Amsterdam. Of course we chose to base our popular Dutch UnTour in nearby Leiden, a charming and central university town that is less busy and less touristy. Leiden has its own charms, but among its many merits is its short, direct train connection to…
Yes, they speak English in Scotland. But they have some colorful expressions you may not know! Here are some favorites provided by Val, our local staff person on the Central Scotland UnTour. There are some fun insults and drinking expressions in the mix. Clear yer throat and give ’em a wee try! Aye Right –…