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Overview
Highlights
- Enjoy free days in Barcelona, Rome, Venice, Paris, the Swiss Alps and Amsterdam
- Visit Ghent in Belgium, Siena in Tuscany, Sète in the south of France, Andorra and more
- Sail the Rhine River in Germany and cruise the canals of Amsterdam
- Explore dazzling towns on a scenic drive along the French Riviera
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Trip includes
- 17 nights hotel accommodation in twin rooms with private bathrooms. The majority of our accommodations are of a 3- and 4-star standard, offering excellent value, comfort and convenience
- Single travellers have the option to pay a single supplement to ensure a private room (subject to availability)
- 17 Breakfasts, 7 Dinners*Vegetarian options available for all meals on request
- Modern air-conditioned coach with reclining seats and toilet onboard
- Any public transport used as part of the tour (excludes free days)
- Visit Ghent, one of Belgium’s oldest cities
- See the sights on a driving tour of Paris
- Taste local French wine in Toulouse
- Explore Toulouse with a local guide
- Visit Andorra, one of Europe’s smallest countries
- Embark on a driving tour of Barcelona city
- Visit Sète in the South of France
- Visit the Pont du Gard, an ancient Roman aqueduct
- Enjoy an orientation tour of Avignon
- Scenic French Riviera drive
- Experience the glitz and glamour of Monaco
- Enjoy a perfume workshop in Eze
- Visit Nice; a gorgeous French coastal city
- See the iconic Leaning Tower of Pisa
- Discover Florence, birthplace of the Renaissance
- Explore Rome with a local guide
- Visit Siena in the Tuscan countryside
- Experience the magic of Venice
- Visit Lucerne, a picturesque Swiss city
- Admire the views on a scenic Swiss mountain drive
- Enjoy a picturesque drive through the Black Forest region
- Enjoy a photo stop at Lake Titisee
- Visit Triberg, a pretty Black Forest town
- See the world’s largest cuckoo clock
- Sail along the Rhine River
- Enjoy a Rhine Valley wine tasting
- Cruise the canals of Amsterdam
- Fully guided tour with experienced tour leader
- Tour leader will accompany group throughout and manage all logistical details
Itinerary
Welcome to the beginning of an epic tour through Europe! Meet your tour leader and group at the Amsterdam hotel in the morning. Once everyone arrives, it’s time to set off! Today’s first stop is Ghent in Belgium. Enjoy free time to explore this charming city and...
Paris is yours to explore on your free day! Today’s top optional excursion is the Paris+ Tour. This includes plenty of sightseeing as well as a macaron tasting at Ladurée, a guided tour of renowned parfumerie Fragonard Musée du Parfum and a River Seine cruise. ...
Today, travel from Paris to Toulouse with a wine tasting in a small medieval town along the way! Drive past rolling crop fields, forests, pastoral landscapes and pretty towns. The wine tasting will showcase some of the region's robust red wines. Then, it's...
Au revoir Toulouse! Today, head south and cross the border into Andorra from the north. Grab lunch and then travel onward to Barcelona. Next stop is the cosmopolitan capital of Spain’s Catalonia region. Barcelona is renowned for its art and architecture...
Today is free to spend as you like! To see Barcelona’s top highlights, join the Highlights of Barcelona featuring the Sagrada Família optional excursion. Take a peek at Gaudi’s unfinished masterpiece: the glorious La Sagrada Familia and discover the picturesque ...
Adiós Barcelona! Today, travel to Avignon. En route, stopover in Sète, a port town in the South of France known for its canals. Take an orientation walk with your tour leader and enjoy free time for lunch here. Next stop is the centuries-old Pont du Gard. The...
A real highlight of the tour and trips to France is on the itinerary today – the French Riviera! Departing Avignon, head towards one of the most glamorous destinations in the world! Explore Monaco with your tour leader upon arrival just before midday. Discover top att...
Travelling back inland, head for nearby Italy. Have your cameras ready for a visit to the world-famous Leaning Tower of Pisa! Next up is Florence. Here, learn about the city’s history and see landmarks dating back to the Renaissance and even the Roman times on a guide...
It’s time for the group to make its way to the country’s capital, Rome. Arrive and embark on a guided walking tour for an introduction to the incredible history of this unique city, which once reigned supreme as the focal point of the Roman Empire. Highlights to...
Rome boasts ancient ruins, historical landmarks, religious buildings and a buzzing atmosphere! Today is free to spend as you wish. Explore Rome at your own pace or join one of the optional excursions. Embark on a tour of the Colosseum and the Roman Forum ruins, offeri...
Today’s first stop is the Tuscan town of Siena - famous for its cuisine, wine, art, museums and medieval cityscape. It’s also the home of the Palio horse race held here twice a year. Explore the town before the journey continues through Italy. In the early...
Today offers a free day to explore this unforgettable city at your leisure. Want a classic Venetian experience? Add the optional gondola ride to your to-do list today! Explore more of the city on an optional trip further out into the lagoon to visit Murano and Burano....
Crossing the border into Switzerland, travel onward to the Swiss Alps. On the way to tonight’s accommodation, enjoy a stop in Lucerne, a picturesque Swiss city. Embark on an orientation tour with your tour leader and enjoy free time to explore. Then, admire the alpine...
Explore the splendour of the Swiss Alps today! There is so much to see and do. Choose to join the ever-popular “Jungfraujoch: Journey to the Top of Europe” excursion which takes travellers to the highest train station in Europe and offers countless adventures at...
Bid farewell to the magnificent Alps as more scenic adventures await! Depart the Interlaken region, travel to Germany and enjoy a journey through the spellbinding Black Forest. This scenic drive complete with quaint towns and beautiful natural scenery is unlike ...
Leaving the Black Forest behind, travel into the heart of the world-renowned Rhine Valley. Stop in Saint Goar and enjoy a ride aboard a cruise vessel to Boppard. The scenery along the river is truly amazing. Keep an eye out for the vineyards, impressive ca...
Start today with a cruise along the iconic canals of Amsterdam. This is a great way to get to know the city! The rest of the day is free to further explore Amsterdam. Marvel at the artworks in the city’s famous museums, hire a bicycle, visit the cafes or simply stroll...
After 18 incredible days in Europe, the tour comes to an end this morning. Enjoy one last breakfast with the Europe Explorer group in Amsterdam before everyone continues with their journeys. Now is the time to swap details with your travel friends before everyone heads home. We hope to welcome you to Europe again soon!
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The total tour cost includes the tour price (regular or promotional) and the compulsory local payment. The promotional price is subject to change. Check directly with the operator for the latest price offer. The tour operator requires you to pay only the tour price to purchase your travel. The compulsory local payment will be paid when you join the trip. All prices are based on double, twin or triple share occupancy. Solo passengers will be accommodated in a double, twin or triple room according to availability with a passenger(s) of the same gender. Single supplement only needs to be paid if the passenger does not want to share and requests their own room. Discounts can only be applied at the time of booking and cannot be added at a later date, regardless of any changes made to the original booking.
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- 17 Breakfasts, 7 Dinners
*Vegetarian options available for all meals on request
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