European Odyssey 2012

Itinerary

Day 1 London to Paris, France(option also to join in Paris)

From London to the chic French capital. Upon arrival we enjoy a city lights tour of Paris.

 

Day 2 Paris

Free day to explore the shops, cafés and museums and don’t forget our Paris Gourmet Picnic beside the Eiffel Tower. (B,D)

 

Day 3 Paris to Swiss Alps, Switzerland

Gaze out the window as we pass through the many fairy-tale villages and towns on our way to the Swiss Alps. (B,D)

 

Day 4 Swiss Alps

Hike the trails past quaint wooden chalets and snow capped mountains or sit back, relax and admire the spectacular views. (B,D)

 

Day 5 Swiss Alps to Florence, Italy

Grab a snap at the Leaning Tower of Pisa before we head through the Tuscan countryside to Florence. (B)

 

Day 6 Florence

We start our day with a walking tour with a local guide to discover this beautiful city. We then take time out in Tuscany to visit a Chianti winery and enjoy an al fresco dinner of local delights. (B,D)

 

Day 7 Florence to Rome

Today it’s on to the buzzing city of Rome where the ancient and modern sit side by side. Our walking tour includes the Spanish Steps, Trevi Fountain, Piazza Navona, Pantheon, the ancient Roman Forum, the massive Victor Emmanuel Monument and the Colosseum. (B)

 

Day 8 Rome

A chance to visit the Vatican this morning where we have the opportunity to see some of the finest works of art in the world – the paintings in the Sistine Chapel. The rest of the day is free to explore

Rome. (B)

 

Day 9 Rome to Venice

We stop at Verona, setting of Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet, before arriving in the city of canals and gondolas, Venice. (B,D)

 

Day 10 Venice

A walking tour takes in all the major sites, and our vaporetto ride on the Grand Canal is the perfect way to see Venice. An optional gondola ride is a must do! (B)

 

Day 11 Venice to Tyrol, Austria

Breathtaking scenery and loads of activities for adrenaline junkies in the stunning Tyrol. Relaxing options are also available! (B,D)

 

Day 12 Tyrol to Prague, Czech Republic

We visit Mauthausen, the former concentration camp, then on to the beautiful city of Prague. Our afternoon walking tour takes us to the memorable Charles Bridge, Hradcany Castle, the Old Jewish Quarter, Powder Tower, Tyne Church and Wenceslas Square. (B,D)

 

Day 13 Prague

This city is amazing, from the trams rumbling along the streets and the artists around Charles Bridge, to the old traditional inns and hand-made puppets. Prague has it all! There is plenty of free time today to wander around the historic city centre and have lunch. (B)

 

Day 14 Prague to Berlin, Germany

First up today we stop in 800 year old Dresden before continuing on to Berlin, the vibrant capital city of Germany. (B,D)

 

Day 15 Berlin

The sights and museums help to give us an understanding of the history of the city. Included on our city tour are the famous Victory Monument, Brandenburg Gate, Reichstag, Ku’Dam and Checkpoint Charlie. (B)

 

Day 16 Berlin to Amsterdam, Netherlands.

The city where clogs, bicycles and a red-light district create a unique atmosphere. (B)

 

Day 17 Amsterdam

See the liberal city of Amsterdam on our bike tour and then explore, chill or party – or maybe do all three! (B,D)

 

Day 18 Amsterdam to London

After stopping off at the Belgian city of Brugge to sample some chocolate and beer, our trip finishes this evening back in London. (B)