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18-day tour
Starting at £789 (land only)
To book please call us on 08700 66 45 11
Concept
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Featuring: . Belgium (in
transit) . Netherlands. Germany. Austria. Czech Republic, Italy. Vatican
City. Switzerland. France.
Have more free time? Hop on this exciting tour of 8
countries...here's your chance to explore Europe, including
Amsterdam, the Rhine Valley, Munich, Vienna, Venice, San
Gimignano, Rome, Vatican City, Florence, the Swiss Alps, 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 it's amazing nightlife. Youth Hotel (D)
Day 2: Amsterdam. A full free day to explore this
fascinating city. Perhaps visit famous sights such as Anne
Frank's House or the Van Gogh Museum. Tonight a chance to
try some local cuisine. Youth Hotel (B)
Day 3: Amsterdam to Berlin. Today we pass Hannover
and cross the River Elbe as we make our way to Germany's
capital Berlin. Youth Hotel (B,D)
Day 4: Berlin. Time to explore this lively city where
East and West once met. A chance for an Historical Walking
tour, a visit to the "Checkpoint Charlie" museum or to check
out the great shops, cafés and nightlife. Youth Hotel (B)
Day 5: Berlin to Prague. This morning we make a stop
in Dresden before crossing the border in to the Czech
Republic. Tonight we discover the golden city of Prague.
Hotel (B)
Day 6: Prague. 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 7: Prague to Munich. On to Bavaria's lively
capital Munich, home to the Oktoberfest. This afternoon an
orientation tour including the Glockenspiel and Marienplatz.
Maybe join us this evening at one of this city's traditional
Beer Halls. Youth Hotel (B)
Day 8: Munich to Austrian Tyrol. A lovely drive this
morning as we head into the heart of the Austrian Alps for a
chance to enjoy the beautiful scenery on a bike ride or at
the trout farm. Contiki Special Stopover (B,D)
Day 9: Austrian Tyrol to Venice. This morning the
Austrian Alps form the backdrop for you to try white water
rafting before we travel into Italy. We stop at Verona, home
to Romeo and Juliet before continuing to mainland Venice in
the Veneto region. Contiki Village (B,D)
Day 10: Venice. 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 11: Venice to Rome. All roads lead to Rome where
our included sightseeing tour is the perfect introduction to
the Eternal City. Tonight, a walking tour of this ancient
city will include the Trevi Fountain, the Pantheon and
Piazza Navona. Contiki Village (B)
Day 12: Rome. 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 Florence. A morning drive to Florence
where our included walking tour takes us to the Duomo,
Giotto's Bell Tower, Piazza della Signoria and the Basilica
of Sante Croce. Shop for leather, gold and silver and
tonight a chance to be treated to "La Dolce Vita" at a local
Italian restaurant and sample the local nightlife. Contiki
Village (B)
Day 14: Florence to Swiss Alps. We continue north
past Lake Como and through beautiful mountain scenery into
Switzerland. Our idyllic stop in the Swiss Alps is nestled
at the base of the Jungfrau mountain. Contiki Special
Stopover (B,D)
Day 15: Swiss Alps. A spectacular day where you can
choose to hike the many trails or maybe 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 16: Swiss Alps to Paris. Travel past vineyards
and through the French countryside to the romantic city of
Paris and your first glimpse of the Eiffel Tower. Contiki
Village (B,D)
Day 17: Paris. 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 18: Paris to London. Departing Paris we visit the
Canadian War Memorial at Vimy Ridge. On to Calais for our
ferry crossing to England. (B)
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Itinerary
Belgium (in transit), Netherlands, Germany, Austria, Italy,
Vatican City, Switzerland, France.... |
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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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