Hadrian's Path

Itinerary

Day 1 Rome

Meet our fellow travellers and Topdeck Crew in the afternoon before heading in to explore the ‘Eternal City’! Our walking tour visits the Colosseum, Spanish Steps, Trevi Fountain, Pantheon and more.

 

Day 2 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 explore historic Rome. (B)

 

Day 3 Rome to Venice

Today we travel north and stop in fair Verona, home to the tragic lovers Romeo and Juliet. Then we're off to enchanting Venice in time for dinner. (B,D)

 

Day 4 Venice

Today we explore the alleyways and canals unique to Venice. 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 is the perfect way to see the city! (B)

 

Day 5 Venice to Salzburg, Austria

We head north to Austria and charming Salzburg. Our walking tour will acquaint us with a city famous for being the home of Mozart and setting for the Sound of Music. (B,D)

 

Day 6 Salzburg to Heidelberg

Today we head to Germany and the university city of Heidelberg, where the castle proudly sits over the picturesque Old Town. (B,D)

 

Day 7 Heidelberg to Amsterdam, the Netherlands

On 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 8 Amsterdam

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

 

Day 9 Amsterdam to London

We stop in the beautiful Belgian town of Brugge, where we’ll be able to sample some chocolates, before heading back to London where our trip finishes. (B)

 

Please note that this trip forms part of the Winter Wonder trip, days 6 - 14.