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European Encounter |
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16-day tour
Starting at £869 (land only)
To book please call us on 08700 66 45 11
Time Out
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Enjoy sightseeing in London, Amsterdam, the Rhine Valley,
the Swiss alps, Innsbruck, Venice, Rome, Florence, the
French Riviera, Lyon, and Paris.
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Trip
Itinerary
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 Sightseeing: Today’s agenda includes
a guided bike ride through the quaint village of Edam and a
visit to a cheese farm where you can also see clogs being
made. 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 why not join us for
dinner and a guided cruise through the canals of Amsterdam.
(B)
Day 3: Amsterdam to Rhine Valley: Leaving the "City
of Diamonds" we cross the German border and head for the
stunning Rhine Valley. At St Goar we take a Rhine river
cruise past vineyards, fairy-tale castles and the legendary
Lorelei rock. (B,D)
Day 4: Rhine Valley to Engelberg: 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? Tonight’s accommodation is at the base of
the snow-capped Mt Titlis. (B,D)
Day 5: Engelberg at Leisure: A chance for a different
perspective of the Alps today as a revolving cable car
journey offers breath-taking panoramic views before reaching
the summit of Mt Titlis. Cross a glacier, play in the snow
or simply marvel at the scenery. You have free time in
Engelberg this afternoon and tonight enjoy the nightlife in
this popular resort town. (B,D)
Day 6: Engelberg to Innsbruck: Pause in Vaduz,
capital of Liechtenstein before crossing the border to
Austria. Snow-capped Alps form the backdrop for you to try
white water rafting this afternoon and later we arrive in
Innsbruck where you can view the well-known "Golden Roof". (B,D)
Day 7: Innsbruck to Venice: We wind our way over the
Brenner Pass, cross the border into Italy and through the
regal Dolomite mountain range. It’s a short boat ride into
the historical centre of Venice to see St Mark’s Square, the
Doge’s Palace and the Bridge of Sighs. Enjoy "La Serenissima"
on a gondola ride this evening. (B)
Day 8: Venice to Rome: Past medieval hillside
villages and through the Appennine Mountains, we travel
south to the fabled Seven Hills of Rome. Do as the Romans do
and stroll past the Trevi Fountain, the Pantheon and Piazza
Navona. Later be delighted by your first glimpse of the
Colosseum on our sightseeing tour. (B)
Day 9: Rome Sightseeing: Ancient and modern Rome
awaits your discovery. Why not start your day with a guided
tour of the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel? In your free
time explore the Forum of Imperial Rome, search for
Gladiators at the Colosseum, snap up Italian fashions or
just watch the world go by with a gelato (or two). (B,D)
Day 10: Rome to Florence: Our morning drive leads us
to Florence, the Renaissance city in the beautiful mountain
folds of Tuscany. Learn about the Duomo, Giotto’s
Bell-Tower, Piazza della Signoria and Santa Croce as our
expert local guide walks us through the city. (B)
Day 11: Florence to Nice - French Riviera: Our first
stop this morning is Pisa where we see the world-famous
Leaning Tower. Winding along the beautiful coastline we
reach France and the Riviera playground of the Côte d’Azur.
Tonight we visit Monaco! Why not join us tonight for an
elegant meal, view the Royal Palace and take the opportunity
to try your luck at the casinos of Monte Carlo? (B)
Day 12: French Riviera at Leisure: Rub shoulders with
the rich and famous on the Nice promenade, shop for French
fashion or laze the day away on the sun-drenched beaches,
the choice is yours! (B,D)
Day 13: Nice to Lyon: We visit a French perfumery
before our lunch stop in Avignon where you can view the
Palace of the Popes. Then north along the Rhone Valley to
the gastronomical capital of France, Lyon. (B)
Day 14: Lyon to Paris: Today we stop at the
magnificent Château Fontainbleau where we have time for a
croissant before venturing on 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 15: 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 16: Paris to London: We visit the Canadian War
Memorial at Vimy Ridge on the way to our cross-channel ferry
back to England. Time to swap addresses and say goodbye as
we arrive early evening in London. (B) |
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Itinerary
Belgium (in transit) , Netherlands, Germany, Switzerland,
Liechtenstein, Austria, Italy, Vatican City... |
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Dates & Rates
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What's Included
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Sightseeing Tours & Excursions...
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