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European Contrasts |
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29-day tour
Starting at £1265 (land only)
To book please call us on 08700 66 45 11
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Featuring: France ·
Monaco · Italy · Vatican City · Greece · Austria · Germany ·
Liechtenstein · Switzerland · Holland · Belgium (in transit)
There's plenty of beautiful country and coastlines on this
tour. You'll get a taste of the local culture and cuisine of
each city... including Paris, Fontainebleau, Monaco, Rome,
Vienna, Munich, Amsterdam and more!
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Trip
Itinerary
Day 1: London to Paris: A warm welcome from your
Contiki Crew as we head for the White Cliffs of Dover and
the Channel crossing to France. We drive past World War I
battlefields to the splendour of Paris. What better way to
begin than with an evening tour of the "City Of Lights"?
Contiki Village (D)
Day 2: 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? Contiki Village
(B)
Day 3: Paris to Beaujolais Wine Region: Today's
journey leads us to Contiki’s exclusive Château de Cruix
nestled in the Beaujolais vineyards near Lyon. Contiki
Special Stopover (B,D)
Day 4: Beaujolais Wine Region: This morning explore
the French countryside and enjoy your included picnic lunch.
In the afternoon relax and soak in the idyllic atmosphere of
rural France. Contiki Special Stopover (B, Picnic Lunch, D)
Day 5: Beaujolais Wine Region to French Riviera: Our
route today takes us south to the fabulous Cóte d’Azur via
the Autoroute de Soleil and Avignon, the city of the Popes.
Tonight we visit Monaco! View the Royal Palace and take the
opportunity to try your luck at the casinos of Monte Carlo.
Contiki Village (B,D)
Day 6: French Riviera at Leisure: It’s your choice
today ; perhaps mix with the rich and famous on the beach at
Cannes or take a trip into Nice to shop for souvenirs and
explore this "Queen of the Riviera". Contiki Village (B,D)
Day 7: French Riviera to Florence: We visit a French
Perfumery before continuing to Pisa, home of the famous
Leaning Tower. From here it’s a short journey to the most
spectacular of Renaissance cities, Florence. Contiki Village
(B,D)
Day 8: Florence Sightseeing: Your day includes a
walking tour seeing the Piazza della Signoria, the Duomo and
Santa Croce and a chance to shop for leather, gold and
silver. In your free time maybe visit one of the city’s many
museums or galleries and this evening enjoy the colourful
Florentine nightlife. Contiki Village (B)
Day 9: Florence to Rome: All roads lead to Rome where
our included sightseeing tour is the perfect introduction to
the Eternal City. This afternoon why not discover this city
of Gladiators with a local guide? Then, do as the Romans do
and stroll past the Trevi Fountain, the amazing Pantheon,
and Piazza Navona. Contiki Village (B)
Day 10: Rome Sightseeing: Once at the centre of the
powerful Roman Empire this city, steeped in centuries of
ancient history, awaits your discovery. The Colosseum,
Imperial Forum and the treasures of the Vatican City make
for a day of serious sightseeing. Contiki Village (B,D)
Day 11: Rome to Corfu: A chance to take a guided tour
of the ancient city of Pompeii as we travel across Italy to
board our overnight ferry to Greece. Adriatic Ferry (B)
Days 12-15: Corfu at Leisure: Four sun-filled days on
the beautiful Greek island of Corfu. Windsurf, waterski,
parasail, swim or just soak up the sun. Get off the beaten
track in an open-top 4-wheel drive jeep or cruise along the
coast. At night, enjoy the local cuisine and try your hand
(or feet) at Greek dancing. Contiki Special Stopover (B,D) (B,D)
(B) (B,D)
Day 16: Corfu to Italy - Mini Cruise: A full day and
night cruise across the Adriatic back to Italy. Relax and
enjoy the boat’s facilities. Adriatic Ferry (B)
Day 17: Arrival Venice: Our spectacular morning
arrival into the Port of Venice is one of Europe’s most
impressive sights. After docking, we make our way to Verona,
home of Romeo and Juliet. A warm welcome awaits tonight at
Contiki’s Venice Village. Contiki Village (B,D)
Day 18: Venice Sightseeing: A short boat ride takes
us into the historical centre of Venice to see St. Mark’s
Square, the Doges’ Palace, and the Bridge of Sighs. See
glass and lace making demonstrations and why not treat
yourself to a Gondola ride? Contiki Village (B,D)
Day 19: Venice to Vienna: An enchanting drive as we
waltz into the home of Mozart and Strauss to see the
splendours of the once mighty Austrian Empire. Classical
music to heighten your senses tonight? Hotel (B)
Day 20: Vienna Sightseeing: On our sightseeing tour
see the fabulous Palace of the Hapsburgs, the State Opera
House and fashionable Karntnerstrasse. In your free time try
authentic apple strudel and Viennese coffee. Later why not
sample some local Schnaps and a traditional Viennese meal?
Hotel (B)
Day 21: Vienna to Prague: Today we drive through
Bohemia to Prague, the capital of the Czech Republic. Our
sightseeing tour takes in Hradcany Castle and the Church of
St Vitus. We also stop at the Old Town Square to view the
Astronomical Clock before making our way to our
accommodation. Hotel (B,D)
Day 22: Prague Sightseeing: Free time to further
discover the labyrinth of streets in the old town, the
medieval castle district and Karlov Most, the most
photographed bridge in Prague. Tonight’s dinner is your
choice and afterwards enjoy the local nightlife. Hotel (B)
Day 23: Prague to Munich: On to Bavaria’s lively
capital Munich, home to the Oktoberfest. Maybe join us this
evening at one of this city’s traditional Beer Halls. Youth
Hotel (B)
Day 24: Munich to Swiss Alps: We stop for lunch in
Vaduz, the capital of Liechtenstein. Enjoy time to shop and
sightsee in Lucerne before reaching our idyllic stop in the
Swiss Alps. Contiki Special Stopover (B,D)
Day 25: Swiss Alps at Leisure: A spectacular day
where you can choose to hike the many trails or enjoy a trip
up the snow-covered Jungfrau mountain on a cog railway that
passes through the Eiger mountain! Contiki Special Stopover
(B,D)
Day 26: Swiss Alps to Rhine Valley: Heading north we
re-enter Germany and visit the university town of Heidelberg
on the banks of the Neckar River. Tonight we stay in the
picturesque Rhine Valley after seeing the famous Lorelei and
hearing how German beersteins are crafted in St Goar. Hotel
(B,D)
Day 27: Rhine Valley to Amsterdam: We cross the Dutch
border and make our way to Amsterdam. Visit a cheese farm
and see how clogs are made. Cycle through the countryside
and the fishing village of Edam. A centrally located hotel
is home for our last two nights. Youth Hotel (B,D)
Day 28: Amsterdam sightseeing.: After a diamond
exhibition, why not take a canal bike ride to further
explore Amsterdam? In your free time perhaps visit famous
sights such as Anne Frank's house or the Van Gogh museum.
Tonight we celebrate our last evening together. Youth Hotel
(B)
Day 29: Amsterdam to London: Time to swap addresses
and e-mail contacts as we travel through the Belgian
Countryside and back to Calais for our ferry crossing to
England. (B) |
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Itinerary
France, Monaco, Italy, Vatican City, Greece, Austria, Germany,
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Map
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Dates & Rates
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What's Included
Accommodation, Meals, Transport,
Sightseeing Tours & Excursions...
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