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European Escapade |
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25-day tour
Starting at £1045 (land only)
To book please call us on 08700 66 45 11
Concept
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Featuring: · France
· Spain · Monaco · Italy · Vatican City · Austria · Germany
· Liechtenstein · Switzerland · Holland · Belgium (in
transit)
Discover the culture and essence of Europe, as you travel
through 11 countries on this exciting tour! Get ready as you
visit magnificent cities such as Paris, Fontainebleu,
Beaujolais, Pont du Gard, Barcelona, French Riviera, Monaco,
Pisa, Florence, Rome, Vatican City, Venice, Vienna, Munich,
Liechtenstein, Lucerne, Heidelberg, Rhine Valley, and
Amsterdam.
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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 Barcelona: Our
journey south today takes us to the impressive Roman
aqueduct at Pont du Gard. As we skim past the Pyrenées we
catch our first glimpse of the world-famous Mediterranean
and arrive in vibrant Barcelona. Contiki Village (B,D)
Day 6: Barcelona Sightseeing: Our included
sightseeing tour is a great introduction to this celebrated
city. See Gaudi’s Sagrada Familia Cathedral, the 1992
Olympic Complex and the Gothic district. A chance to
experience Barcelona’s famed shopping street La Ramblas and
discover some of Spain's specialties such as Lladró
porcelain and Majorca pearls. Tonight why not experience the
passion of Flamenco dancing? Contiki Village (B)
Day 7: Barcelona to French Riviera: We return to
France today and travel through the beautiful Camargue
region to the walled city of Aigues Mortes. A chance to
wander through the streets of this historic wonder before
continuing to the glamorous French Riviera. Contiki Village
(B,D)
Day 8: 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 for a spot of shopping.
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 9: 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 10: 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 11: 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 12: 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 13: Rome to Venice: Soak in the changing scenery
of Italy as we drive past golden plains, vineyards and
quaint hilltop towns to Venice, our home for the next two
nights. Contiki Village (B,D)
Day 14: 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 15: 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 16: 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 17: Vienna 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 18: Munich to Austrian Tyrol: Our orientation
tour of Munich includes the Glockenspiel and Marienplatz.
Take the opportunity to go white-water rafting in the heart
of the Austrian Alps before a special welcome awaits at
Contiki’s own Gasthof. Contiki Special Stopover (B,D)
Day 19: Austrian Tyrol at Leisure: The
picture-postcard village of Hopfgarten is an excellent base
to make the most of the beautiful countryside. Experience a
vast range of outdoor activities: hiking, mountain biking,
paragliding or perhaps trout fishing. Contiki Special
Stopover (B,D)
Day 20: Austrian Tyrol 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 21: 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 22: 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 23: 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 24: 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 25: 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, Spain, Monaco, Italy, Vatican City, Austria, Germany,
Liechtenstein, Switzerland, Netherlands, Belgium... |
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Dates & Rates
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What's Included
Accommodation, Meals, Transport,
Sightseeing Tours & Excursions...
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