Winter Wonder

Itinerary

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

We cross the English Channel and head for magical Paris, where this evening we find a local restaurant for dinner before taking in all the splendour on a City Lights tour. The Arc de Triomphe, Place de la Concorde and of course the Eiffel Tower await us!

 

Day 2 - Paris

A free day to explore France’s grand capital! Wander through the Louvre, stroll the Champs Élysées or visit the Notre Dame. An optional ‘Fat Tire’ bike ride is a fantastic way to see some of the sights. In the evening we enjoy a delicious included dinner, followed by an optional visit to a cabaret show or a cruise on the River Seine. (B,D)

 

Day 3 - Paris to Swiss Alps

We make for spectacular Switzerland, a country so scenic it makes picture postcards spring to life. Take in the majestic Swiss Alps and the pristine waters of Lake Lucerne as we make our way to our accommodation, before enjoying an included group dinner. (B,D)

 

Day 4 - Swiss Alps

Enjoy a day in Lucerne, a traditional Swiss town full of great architecture, fantastic shopping and tasty cuisine. A walking tour takes in the ancient Chapel Bridge and the poignantly beautiful Lion Monument. (B,D)

 

Day 5 Swiss Alps to Florence, Italy

Onwards to Italy! We make our way to the grand city of Florence, birthplace of the Italian Renaissance and a city so full of artistic treasures that it is known as an ‘outdoor museum’. (B,D)

 

Day 6 - Florence to Rome

This morning we enjoy a tour of Florence with a local guide. Ponte Vecchio, Santa Croce and spectacular Duomo are all to be seen before we depart for the ‘Eternal City’, Rome! Our walking tour visits the Colosseum, Spanish Steps, Trevi Fountain, Pantheon and more – a fantastic way to get acquainted with this historic city. (B)

 

Day 7 - Rome

This morning we visit Vatican City, home of the Catholic faith. An optional guided tour takes in the Vatican Museums and the incredible Sistine Chapel. The rest of the day is free to visit some of Rome’s monuments, shop ‘til we drop, or simply relax in a local restaurant with a wood-fired pizza and a glass of red wine! (B)

 

Day 8 - Rome to Venice

Today we travel north again stopping in fair Verona, home to the tragic lovers Romeo and Juliet. After checking out Juliet’s balcony, it’s off to enchanting Venice in time for dinner. (B,D)

 

Day 9 - Venice

This morning we head in to Venice to explore the alleyways and canals of this unique city. We make our way to St Mark’s Square with its grand Basilica before enjoying a demonstration at a local Venetian lace school. An optional gondola ride gives us a chance to enjoy the traditional, and most romantic, Venetian mode of transport! (B)

 

Day 10 - Venice to Salzburg, Austria

We head north to Austria and charming Salzburg. Famous for being the home of Mozart and setting for the Sound of Music, our walking tour will take in some great architecture and give us a feel for this classy city. (B,D)

 

Day 11 - Salzburg to Heidelberg

Willkommen in Deutschland! Welcome to Germany! We head to Heidelberg, a picturesque university city where the castle proudly sits over the Old Town. With so many students in town, finding somewhere for a delicious German beer is never too difficult! (B,D)

 

Day 12 Heidelberg to Amsterdam,

To cosmopolitan Amsterdam, famous for its bikes, canals and liberal lifestyle! Tonight we can check out the heart of the city, Dam Square, and take a walk around the Red Light District! (B)

 

Day 13 - Amsterdam

Our included, Topdeck exclusive bicycle tour is a great way to see Amsterdam as the locals do. Tonight we have our farewell dinner followed by an optional cruise around the canals for another view of this vibrant city. (B,D)

 

Day 14 - Amsterdam to London

We stop in the beautiful Belgian town of Brugge, a great opportunity to sample some chocolates, before heading back to London where our trip finishes this evening. (B)