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European Wonder
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Visit 8 countries - France, Switzerland, Italy, Vatican City, Austria, Germany, Netherlands & Belgium
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14 day trip around Europe staying in a combination of hostels, hotels, bungalows, an Austrian Gasthof and a German castle
From: US$1920pp
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Essential Info
Totally Topdeck
- Paris ‘City Lights’ tour
- Paris Gourmet Picnic beside the Eiffel Tower
- Leather demonstration in Florence
- Local guide in Florence
- Vaporetto ride on the Grand Canal, Venice
- Stay in our 12th century German castle or fortress
- Dutch cheese & clogs demonstration
- Bicycle tour of Amsterdam
- Farewell dinner in Amsterdam
Also Included
- 13 breakfasts (B), 6 lunches (L), 11 dinners (D)
- 2 nights hotel upgrade, 6 nights bungalow accommodation at European campsites, 3 nights hostel accommodation, 1 night in an Austrian Gasthof, 1 night in a 12th century German castle or fortress
- English Channel ferry crossings
- Modern air-conditioned coach
- Sightseeing tours of all major cities
- Escorted services of a fully trained Topdeck Trip Leader and Driver plus the services of Topdeck ‘On Site Chefs’ in the Swiss Alps, Rome and Venice
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Eeewll 14day European Wonder 2013 Itinerary
DAY 1 London to Paris, France (option also to join in Paris).
We cross the English Channel to France by ferry and then pass by the battlefields of World War I on our way to Paris. Tonight a ‘City Lights’ tour. (D)
DAY 2 Paris.
Time to explore Paris! The Louvre, Eiffel Tower, Champs Élysées and Notre Dame Cathedral are ours to visit. Maybe a ‘Fat Tire’ bicycle tour around the highlights? Our Paris Gourmet Picnic beside the Eiffel Tower is delicious before an optional Seine River cruise or perhaps a visit to a cabaret show. (B,D)
DAY 3 Paris to Swiss Alps, Switzerland.
Superb scenery as we head to the Swiss Alps and stay in our picturesque alpine valley at the foot of the Jungfrau Mountain. (B,L,D)
DAY 4 Swiss Alps.
An optional excursion to the summit of Jungfrau Mountain; home of Europe’s highest rail station anyone? (B,L,D)
DAY 5 Swiss Alps to Florence, Italy.
To Pisa, with its famous Leaning Tower and then on to Florence. Tonight enjoy the delicious Tuscan cuisine. (B,L,D)
DAY 6 Florence to Rome.
A guided tour of Florence with a local guide is a great introduction to the priceless treasures of this city. This evening we head to Rome. (B,D)
DAY 7 Rome.
Today we explore amazing Rome on a walking tour, then the rest of the day is free to enjoy. (B)
DAY 8 Rome to Venice.
First a visit to Vatican City where we have the option to see the Sistine Chapel and its beautiful frescoes, before we head for enchanting Venice. (B,L,D)
DAY 9 Venice.
Take a fascinating walking tour including St Mark’s Square, the Bridge of Sighs and the Rialto Bridge. Then hop on a vaporetto on the Grand Canal, the perfect way to get around Venice. An optional
gondola ride is a must! (B,D)
DAY 10 Venice to Austrian Alps, Austria.
Our next stop is the gorgeous Austrian Alps where adventure activities abound. (B,L,D)
DAY 11 Austrian Alps to the Rhine Valley, Germany.
The former Nazi concentration camp of Dachau provides a reflective start to our day. Tonight we get to stay in one of the many castles or a fortress located on the banks of the Rhine. Some date all the way back to the 12th century! (B,L,D)
DAY 12 Rhine Valley to Amsterdam, Netherlands.
On to Amsterdam, famous for its bikes, canals and liberal lifestyle. (B)
DAY 13 Amsterdam.
Our bicycle tour is a great introduction to Amsterdam, then time to visit the museums, shops and monuments. Tonight there’s a farewell dinner followed by an optional canal cruise. (B,D)
DAY 14 Amsterdam to London.
Roll on Belgium and the city of Brugge, home to over 300 different beers and the finest Belgian chocolates! Then it’s back to London where it all started. (B)
From: US$1920pp
