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European Panorama |
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28-day tour
Starting at £1829 (land only)
To book please call us on 08700 66 45 11
Time Out
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Featuring: . France
. Spain . Monaco . Italy . Vatican City . Greece . Austria .
Germany . Liechtenstein . Switzerland . Holland . Belgium
(In transit)
See and do as much as you can on this fabulous tour! See all
the highlights of Western Europe, including the White Cliffs
of Dover, Paris, Loire Valley, Barcelona, the French
Riviera, Monaco, Pisa, Florence, Rome, the Adriatic coast,
Vatican City, Venice, Vienna, Munich, Liechtenstein,
Lucerne, 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 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" and
a first glimpse of the Eiffel Tower? (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? (B)
Day 3: Paris to Bordeaux: Our journey south today
takes us through the Loire Valley, home to over 3000
Château's. See magnificent Château Chambord and the
vineyards which produce many of France’s finest wines. (B,D)
Day 4: Bordeaux to Barcelona: This morning we visit
Carcassone, a medieval walled city. We continue south, skim
past the Pyrenées and catch our first glimpse of the
world-famous Mediterranean before arriving in vibrant
Barcelona. (B,D)
Day 5: 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? (B)
Day 6: Barcelona to French Riviera: Today we follow
the Mediterranean coast back into France to arrive on the
elegant French Riviera. We stay in Nice, the "Queen of the
Riviera". (B,D)
Day 7: 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)
Day 8: Nice to Florence: Today we visit a French
perfumery before arriving in Italy to see the Leaning Tower
of Pisa. We travel past the vineyards and olive groves of
Tuscany to the most spectacular of Renaissance cities,
Florence. (B,D)
Day 9: 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. (B)
Day 10: Florence to Rome: All roads lead to Rome
where our included sightseeing tour is the perfect
introduction to the Eternal City. Do as the Romans do and
stroll past the Trevi Fountain, the amazing Pantheon and
Piazza Navona. Take the time to discover Roman cuisine in a
trattoria for a delicious meal with some local wine. (B)
Day 11: 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 12: 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. (B)
Days 13 - 15: Corfu at Leisure: Spend your days on
this fabulous Greek Island relaxing beside the hotel pool,
working on your tan or cruising along the coast on a
traditional Greek boat. At night, visit a local taverna, try
some Greek specialties and maybe dance to the sound of Zorba!
(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. (B)
Day 17: Arrival Italy: 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. Time to wander through this
beautiful town before we make our way to our hotel near the
fabled city of Venice. (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 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 19: Venice to Vienna: We drive through gently
rolling countryside, past picture-postcard villages and
majestic mountains into the home of Mozart and Strauss. A
chance to relax in a special resort before an evening
experiencing the classical tastes and sounds of this opulent
city. (B,D)
Day 20: Vienna Sightseeing: Our sightseeing tour
takes in the grandeur of the Palace of the Hapsburgs, the
fame of the State Opera House and fashionable Kartnerstrasse.
Take time to wander at leisure and why not try some local
schnaps, strudel and another schnitzel? (B)
Day 21: Vienna to Munich: On to Bavaria’s lively
capital Munich, home to the Oktoberfest. View sights such as
the animated Glockenspiel, stroll through the shopping
streets and maybe take the opportunity to experience the
atmosphere of a local beerhall. (B)
Day 22: Munich to Austrian Tyrol: A scenic drive
through the Bavarian Alps takes us into the heart of the
Austrian Tyrol. Take the opportunity to go white water
rafting in the Austrian Alps before relaxing in this idyllic
region. (B,D)
Day 23: Austrian Tyrol to Lucerne: We stop for lunch
in the tiny Principality of Liechtenstein before crossing
into Switzerland, the home of chocolate! A very special
treat as we take the cable car or cog railway for
breathtaking views from our resort on top of Mt Pilatus, the
highest hotel in Europe. (B,D)
Day 24: Lucerne Sightseeing: Spend the day exploring
this beautiful lakeside town. See the Lion Monument, walk
across the Chapel Bridge and wander the cobbled streets
shopping for watches, chocolate and Swiss Army knives. The
best way to appreciate the spectacular scenery is on a lake
cruise, why not join us on one this afternoon? (B,D)
Day 25: Lucerne to Rhine Valley: We follow the mighty
Rhine River north into Germany. Take in the picturesque
Rhine Valley on our included river cruise before learning
how beersteins are crafted in the village of St Goar. (B,D)
Day 26: Rhine Valley to Amsterdam: We continue north
along the Rhine River and cross the border into The
Netherlands. Enjoy a visit to a cheese farm and see clogs
being made before we check in to our hotel. Tonight your
first taste of Amsterdam’s famous nightlife. (B,D)
Day 27: Amsterdam Sightseeing: Visit the cheese
village of Edam on a bicycle tour of the Dutch countryside.
Uncover another facet of Dutch culture with a visit to a
diamond exhibition and spend your free time wandering along
the canals, shopping or visiting famous museums such as the
Van Gogh Musuem and Anne Frank’s House. (B)
Day 28: Amsterdam to London: Travelling south through
the Dutch and Belgian countryside to France, we catch the
ferry from Calais to Dover and reach London early evening.
(B)
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Itinerary
France, Spain, Monaco, Italy, Vatican City, Greece, Austria,
Germany, Liechtenstein, Switzerland... |
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Dates & Rates
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What's Included
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Sightseeing Tours & Excursions...
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