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  European Magic

9-day tour
Starting at £609 (land only)
To book please call us on 08700 66 45 11
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Featuring: Belgium (In transit) · Netherlands · Germany · Austria (In transit) · Italy · Switzerland · France

Enjoy the canals of Amsterdam, the scenic Rhine Valley, beer in Munich, glass-blowing in Venice, beautiful Lucerne, dazzling Paris and more.

 

Trip Itinerary

Arrive London: After checking into the Imperial Hotel the day is yours to experience London at your leisure.

Day 1: London to Amsterdam: A warm welcome from your Contiki Crew as we head for the White Cliffs of Dover and the Channel crossing to France. We travel through Belgium and into The Netherlands. After dinner a chance to explore this unique city and its amazing nightlife. (D)

Day 2: Amsterdam To Rhine Valley: Discover why diamonds are a girl’s best friend at an exhibition before time to explore one of Europe’s most intriguing cities. Use your free time to visit Anne Frank’s House or the Van Gogh Musem and later we cross the German border and head for the stunning Rhine Valley. (B,D)

Day 3: Rhine Valley to Munich: A pretty drive along the Rhine River this morning is followed by our arrival in Munich. Our orientation tour takes in the Glockenspiel and Marienplatz and then we have time to visit perhaps the most popular beerhall in Munich, the Hofbrauhaus, Prost! (B)

Day 4: Munich to Venice: Today we travel south through Austria and the astonishing beauty of the Brenner Pass to cross the border into Italy. Tonight we stay on the mainland of Venice. (B,D)

Day 5: Venice Sightseeing: A short boat ride takes us into the historical centre of Venice to see St Mark’s Square, the Bridge of Sighs and the Doges’ Palace. Ample time to wander the bustling streets, see the skill required to create local crafts such as Venetian glass and fine lace and visit one of the many amazing musuems. Why not treat yourself to a gondola ride and evening meal with your fellow travellers as a perfect end to your Venetian experience? (B)

Day 6: Venice to Lucerne: Our path takes us toward the towering Alps and the vast serene lakes of Switzerland. Be charmed by medieval Lucerne with its Chapel Bridge, Lion monument and plentiful shopping opportunities. Maybe a cruise on Lake Lucerne to enhance your ultimate Swiss encounter? (B,D)

Day 7: Lucerne to Paris: Our focus today is the journey to Paris, the "City of Lights". What better introduction than with our sightseeing tour and your first glimpse of the Eiffel Tower? (B,D)

Day 8: Paris Sightseeing: Today's sightseeing includes some of the most celebrated icons of Europe. Perhaps take the opportunity to visit the Louvre, Eiffel Tower, Notre Dame, Arc de Triomphe or the Champs Elysées. Tonight, why not complete your Parisian experience with a French meal and a famous Parisian cabaret? (B)

Day 9: Paris to London: From Paris we drive north past World War One battlefields including Vimy Ridge. At Calais, we board our cross-Channel ferry to Dover and we arrive in London early evening. (B)

 
 
 
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