EuroClub
EuroClub

Grand European 2010

Apr 10 - Oct 10

  • Visit 13 countries - France, Switzerland, Spain, Monaco, Italy, Vatican City, Croatia, Slovenia, Austria, Czech Republic, Germany, Netherlands, Belgium
  • 28 day trip from London to Rome staying in a combination of hostels, hotels & bungalows

From: US$3215pp

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Arc de Triomphe Paris


Essential Info

Trip code
HTGE
Trip duration
28 days
Countries Visited
France, Switzerland, Spain, Monaco, Italy, Vatican City, Croatia, Slovenia, Austria, Czech Republic, Germany, Netherlands, Belgium
Accommodation
Multi-share, single sex. Usually 2 - 4 per room
Group Size
Average 38 people
Transport
Modern air-conditioned coach

EXCLUSIVE TO TOPDECK:

  • Gourmet Paris Picnic beside the Eiffel Tower
  • Stay at our resort in the heart of Tuscany
  • Vaporetto ride on the Grand Canal, Venice
  • 3 nights on the island of Pag, our Croatian hideaway
  • Bicycle tour of Amsterdam
  • Farewell dinner in Amsterdam

WHAT'S INCLUDED:

  • 27 breakfasts (B), 10 lunches (L), 16 dinners (D)
  • 7 nights hotel upgrade, 9 nights in hostels, 9 nights in bungalows at European campsites, 2 nights in an Austrian Gasthof
  • English Channel ferry crossings
  • Sightseeing tours of all major cities
  • Modern air- conditioned coach
  • Local guide in Florence
  • Escorted services of a fully trained Trip Leader, Driver plus the services of a Topdeck "On Site Chef" in Lauterbrunnen & Rome

Additional Information

Itinerary

Map of Grand European 2010

Day 1 - 2 London to Paris, France

Across the English Channel en-route to Paris. Tonight a "city lights" tour. Next day perhaps a bicycle tour then our Gourmet Paris Picnic beside the Eiffel Tower.

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Day 3 - 4 Paris to Swiss Alps, Switzerland

To Lauterbrunnen, a tiny village set amidst the Swiss Alps. An optional adventure to the summit of the Jungfrau gives amazing views.

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Day 5 Swiss Alps to Avignon, France

Through the wine region of the Rhone Valley to the walled city of Avignon.

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Day 6 - 7 Avignon to Barcelona, Spain

To cosmopolitan Barcelona where our central accommodation is in the heart of the city. A city tour then free time to explore the next day.

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Day 8 - 9 Barcelona to French Riviera, France

Onwards, to the home of the rich and famous. Time for some celebrity spotting, or a swim in the Mediterranean and a visit to a Monte Carlo casino.

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Day 10 - 11 French Riviera to Florence, Italy

A short drive to the Leaning Tower of Pisa then to Florence with its Tuscan cuisine. Known as an outdoor museum, we take a guided tour with a local guide to see its treasures.

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Day 12 - 13 Florence to Rome, Italy/Vatican City

First stop is the interesting hilltop city Orvieto. Rome awaits with a walking tour on arrival. The free time to explore all the sights and sounds of Rome the next day!

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Day 14 - 15 Rome to Venice

A visit to the Vatican this morning and the chance to see the amazing Sistine Chapel and then it's on to Venice. A walking tour takes in the major sights and a vaporetto and optional gondola ride are a great way to see Venice from the water.

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Day 16 - 18 Venice to Pag Island

First stop is Slovenia, where we visit the famous Postojna Caves. Then to the island of Pag for 2 great days of relaxation, swimming, food and night life. Take an optional excursion to Zadar.

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Day 19 Pag Island to Ljubljana, Slovenia

An eclectic mix of ancient and new makes Ljubljana one of our most popular stops.

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Day 20 - 21 Ljublijana to Tyrol, Austria

Lake Bled is a spectacular en route to the Tyrol region. Activities abound - try tandem skydiving, paragliding, or mountain bike riding.

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Day 22 - 23 Tyrol to Prague, Czech Republic

Time to reflect on a visit to the Nazi concentration camp at Mauthausen. Then to Prague where we take a walking tour to get acquained with the sights. The next day is free.

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Day 24 - 25 Prague to Berlin, Germany

Our first stop is in Dresden before Berlin, the vibrant capital of Germany. The nightlife in this city is legendary.

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Day 26 - 27 Berlin to Amsterdam, Netherlands

On to Amsterdam, famous for its canals, bicycles and liberal lifestyle. In the morning, a bicycle tour is a great introduction to Amsterdam which is followed by a walking tour. Tonight a farewell dinner followed by an optional canal cruise.

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Day 28 Amsterdam to London

Belgium is great for beer and chocolate which can be sampled in Brugge on the way back to London.

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