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European Wonder 2010
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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 & a German castle
From: US$1790pp
Essential Info
EXCLUSIVE TO TOPDECK:
- Paris Gourmet Picnic beside the Eiffel Tower
- Vaporetto ride on the Grand Canal, Venice
- Stay in a 12th century castle overlooking the Rhine River
- A bicycle tour of Amsterdam
- Farewell dinner in Amsterdam
WHAT'S INCLUDED:
- 13 breakfasts (B), 6 lunches (L), 11 dinners (D)
- 2 nights free 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
- English Channel Ferry crossings
- Modern air-conditioned coach
- Sightseeing tours of all major cities
- Local guide in Florence
- Escorted services of a fully trained Trip Leader, Driver plus the services of Topdeck "On Site Chefs" in Lauterbrunnen, Rome & Venice
CHECKLIST:
- PARIS: City tour: Place de la Concorde, Champs Elysees, Eiffel Tower, Arc de Triomphe, Notre Dame, Louvre, Monmartre, Sacre Coeur
- SWISS ALPS: Lauterbrunnen, Jungfrau Mountain
- PISA: Leaning Tower, Baptistry & Cathedral
- FLORENCE: Walking tour with local Italian Guide: Uffizi Gallery, Duomo Cathedral, Ponte Vechio, Santa Croce Basilica
- ROME: Walking tour: Spanish Steps, Trevi Fountain, Piazza Navona, Church of Capuchin Monks & Colosseum
- VATICAN CITY: & St Peter's Basilica
- VERONA: See the ancient Roman Arena & Juliet's Balcony
- VENICE: Vaporetto ride on the Grand Canal. Walking tour : St Mark's Square & Basilica, Bridge of Sighs, Doges Palace, the Campanile, Rialto Bridge, lace making display
- TYROL: Spectacular scenery & adrenaline activities
- RHINE VALLEY: Stay in a 12th century castle
- AMSTERDAM: Bicycle & walking tour seeing Dam Square & the Royal Palace.
Additional Information
Euroclub Pre-Departure Info 2010Itinerary
Day 1 London to Paris, France
Today our Topdeck experience begins! We cross the English Channel to France by ferry and then pass by the battlefields of World War 1 on our way to Paris. Tonight a city lights tour.
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Day 2 Paris
Time to explore Paris. The Louvre, Eiffel Tower, Champs Elysees and Notre Dame Cathedral are ours to visit. Maybe a 'Fat Bike' bicycle ride around the highlights? Our Paris Gourmet Picnic beside the Eiffel Tower is special before an optional Seine River cruise or perhaps a visit to a cabaret show.
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Day 3 Paris to Lauterbrunnen, Switzerland
Superb scenery as we head to the Swiss Alps and stay in our picturesque alpine valley at the foot of the Jungfrau Mountain.
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Day 4 Lauterbrunnen, Swiss Alps
An optional excursion to the summit of Europe's highest rail station anyone?
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Day 5 Lauterbrunnen to Florence, Italy
To Pisa, with its famous Leaning Tower and then to Florence. Tonight enjoy delicious Tuscan cuisine!
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Day 6 Florence to Rome, Italy
A guided tour of Florence by a local guide is a great introduction to the priceless treasures of this city. Enjoy the shopping before we head to Rome and embark on our walking tour.
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Day 7 Rome
First a visit to the Vatican City and perhaps see the Sistine Chapel and its beautiful treasures. The rest of the day is free to enjoy Rome.
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Day 8 Rome to Venice
To fair Verona, home of Romeo and Juliet before we reach enchanting Venice.
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Day 9 Venice
A vaporetto ride on the Grand Canal followed by a walking tour which is full of interest and includes St Mark's Square, Bridge of Sighs, and the Rialto Bridge. An optional gondola ride is a must!
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Day 10 Venice to the Tyrol, Austria
Our next stop is the gorgeous alpine Tyrol region where adventure activities abound.
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Day 11 Tyrol to the Rhine Valley, Germany
Tonight we get to stay in one of the many castles located on the banks of the Rhine River. Ours dates all the way back to the 12th Century!
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Day 12 Rhine Valley to Amsterdam, Netherlands
On to Amsterdam, famous for its bikes, canals and liberal lifestyle.
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Day 13 Amsterdam
Our bicycle tour is a great introduction to Amsterdam as is our walking tour which takes in all the sights. Tonight there's a farewell dinner followed by an optional canal cruise.
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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.
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From: US$1790pp
