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The sights of England, Germany, France, Italy, Spain, Greece and more are explored on this in-depth tour.
This A to Z of Europe will reveal a feast of flavours, culture and history, from medieval monuments, myths and legends and ancient history to the glittering capitals of Paris, Athens, Rome and Madrid - 14 countries on one bucket-list trip.
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- Day 1 London – Paris (2 Nights)Navigation Chevron Right Icon
- Day 2 Paris Orientation and Free TimeNavigation Chevron Right Icon
- Day 3 Paris – Tours – BordeauxNavigation Chevron Right Icon
- Day 4 Bordeaux – Biarritz – PamplonaNavigation Chevron Right Icon
- Day 5 Pamplona – Madrid Sightseeing (2 Nights)Navigation Chevron Right Icon
- Day 6 Madrid Free TimeNavigation Chevron Right Icon
- Day 7 Madrid – Barcelona Sightseeing (2 Nights)Navigation Chevron Right Icon
- Day 8 Barcelona Free TimeNavigation Chevron Right Icon
- Day 9 Barcelona – Arles – French Riviera (2 Nights)Navigation Chevron Right Icon
- Day 10 French Riviera Free TimeNavigation Chevron Right Icon
- Day 11 French Riviera – Monaco – Pisa – FlorenceNavigation Chevron Right Icon
- Day 12 Florence – Rome (2 Nights)Navigation Chevron Right Icon
- Day 13 Rome Sightseeing and Free TimeNavigation Chevron Right Icon
- Day 14 Rome – Bay Of NaplesNavigation Chevron Right Icon
- Day 15 Bay Of Naples – Ancona – At SeaNavigation Chevron Right Icon
- Day 16 At Sea – Patras – Athens (4 Nights)Navigation Chevron Right Icon
- Day 17 AthensNavigation Chevron Right Icon
- Day 18 AthensNavigation Chevron Right Icon
- Day 19 AthensNavigation Chevron Right Icon
- Day 20 Athens Sightseeing – At SeaNavigation Chevron Right Icon
- Day 21 At Sea – Ancona – BolognaNavigation Chevron Right Icon
- Day 22 Bologna – VeniceNavigation Chevron Right Icon
- Day 23 Venice – InnsbruckNavigation Chevron Right Icon
- Day 24 Innsbruck – Vaduz – Lake Lucerne (2 Nights)Navigation Chevron Right Icon
- Day 25 Lucerne Orientation and Free TimeNavigation Chevron Right Icon
- Day 26 Lake Lucerne – Heidelberg – RhinelandNavigation Chevron Right Icon
- Day 27 Rhineland – Rhine Cruise – AmsterdamNavigation Chevron Right Icon
- Day 28 Amsterdam – LondonNavigation Chevron Right Icon
The Itinerary
Day 1
London – Paris (2 Nights)
Greetings from your Travel Director this morning before you travel through Kent to the port of Dover. See the White Cliffs as you board the ferry to Calais in France. Travel past the poignant battlefields of the Somme and arrive later in Paris.
Trip Summary Accomodation Icon Hotel - Novotel Pont de Sevres
Optional Experience
Seine Cruise And Paris Illuminations
Paris at night is a city transformed. Enjoy this superb 'City of Light' on a leisurely cruise along the River Seine. Afterwards, as we drive through this amazing city, we’ll stop at some vantage points for you to capture the fascinating sights on camera. In summer, this trip may take place before sunset.
Adult Price: €38.00*
* The Optionals and pricing listed here are a guideline only and subject to change.
Day 2
Paris Orientation and Free Time
Admire the sights on your sightseeing including views of the Eiffel Tower, Arc de Triomphe and the Champs Élysées. The rest of your day is free to explore the city or visit one of the museums or attractions. This evening consider a night out at a Parisian Cabaret.
Trip Summary Meals Icon Included Meals - Buffet Breakfast
Optional Experience
Montmartre Village And Artists' Square
Dominated by the soaring Sacre Coeur Basilica, you’ll join your Local Specialist to explore Montmartre’s winding streets, unusual galleries and world famous Artist’s Square - once home to the works of Toulouse Lautrec and Picasso. You’ll have time to browse, barter for original art and taste local cuisine, for a real flavour of Montmartre life.
Adult Price: €37.00*
* The Optionals and pricing listed here are a guideline only and subject to change.
Optional Experience
Moulin Rouge Cabaret And Dinner
Enjoy dinner and cabaret, including wine and champagne, at the world-famous Moulin Rouge – the original Paris cabaret. Immortalized by the award-winning film of the same name, this Parisian institution features 60 dancers and entertainers and over 1000 costumes!
Adult Price: €165.00*
* The Optionals and pricing listed here are a guideline only and subject to change.
Optional Experience
Nouvelle Eve Cabaret And Dinner
One of the oldest and most elegant revue theatres in Paris, Nouvelle Eve is a hidden gem, where you’ll meet the Director and two of the cast members before enjoying a four-course dinner with wine. You will then experience unparalleled Parisian entertainment – including the world-famous Can-Can.
Adult Price: €139.00*
* The Optionals and pricing listed here are a guideline only and subject to change.
Optional Experience
Montparnasse and Latin Quarter
Take the fastest elevator in Europe to the Panoramic Observation Deck for unbeatable views of the Eiffel Tower and all of the city’s iconic monuments. The highest rooftop terrace in Paris offers a breath-taking 360-degree view, with all of Paris at your feet! Then we’ll take a stroll through the delightful Latin Quarter, a medieval maze of winding cobblestone alleyways where you'll have free time to enjoy the sidewalk bistros, boutiques and hidden squares.
Adult Price: €38.00*
* The Optionals and pricing listed here are a guideline only and subject to change.
Day 3
Paris – Tours – Bordeaux
Drive through the vineyards of the Loire Valley and stop in the lovely city of Tours for free time. Later travel to the picturesque city of Bordeaux where you will dine tonight at your hotel.
Trip Summary Accomodation Icon Hotel - Ibis Centre Meriadeck
Trip Summary Meals Icon Included Meals - Buffet Breakfast, Dinner
Day 4
Bordeaux – Biarritz – Pamplona
This morning travel to the glamorous seaside resort of Biarritz. Take in views of the ocean from the promenade before heading for the Spanish border. Pass through the verdant hills of Navarra to Pamplona, famous for its annual bull run.
Trip Summary Accomodation Icon Hotel - Abba Reino de Navarra
Trip Summary Meals Icon Included Meals - Buffet Breakfast, Dinner
Optional Experience
Pamplona Discovery With Tapas And Sangria
Enjoy a walking tour of charming Pamplona with our Local Specialist. See the ancient walls, views over the city, the beautiful old town and the Cathedral before retracing the steps of the famous ‘Running of the Bulls’. Then savour tapas and sangria at Hemingway’s favourite watering hole, the most beautiful and historic café in town!
Adult Price: €34.00*
* The Optionals and pricing listed here are a guideline only and subject to change.
Day 5
Pamplona – Madrid Sightseeing (2 Nights)
Traverse the splendid landscape through Rioja to the capital, Madrid, where this afternoon your Local Specialist shows you all the sights including the Royal Palace and Plaza de España.
Trip Summary Accomodation Icon Hotel - Meliá Avenida América
Trip Summary Meals Icon Included Meals - Buffet Breakfast
Day 6
Madrid Free Time
Today is free to explore on your own or perhaps consider joining an Optional Experience to Toledo. This vibrant city has much to offer - from fine museums to excellent shopping - there is something for everyone.
Trip Summary Meals Icon Included Meals - Buffet Breakfast
Optional Experience
Spectacular Toledo: Spain's Ancient Capital
Visit the ancient capital of Spain, which sits above the Tagus River and is home to the nation's principal cathedral and El Greco's famous views. Learn about Moorish and Jewish cultures, and how the area is famed for the production of Damascene work: intricate inlaid gold jewellery and craftwork.
Adult Price: €46.00*
* The Optionals and pricing listed here are a guideline only and subject to change.
Optional Experience
Dinner and Discovery in Old and New Madrid
This evening you'll have the chance to admire the elegance of Madrid's new city, with its wide, tree-lined avenues and decorative fountains, before you experiencing the traditional flavour of the old city. We'll see where the locals come together and have a chat over their aperitifs, before enjoying a delicious dinner.
Adult Price: €61.00*
* The Optionals and pricing listed here are a guideline only and subject to change.
Day 7
Madrid – Barcelona Sightseeing (2 Nights)
Cross the Spanish Meseta and pass Catalonia's sprawling vineyards en route to Barcelona. On arrival your Local Specialist shows you the sights including the Ramblas and the Sagrada Familia.
Trip Summary Accomodation Icon Hotel - Exe Barcelona Gate
Trip Summary Meals Icon Included Meals - Buffet Breakfast
Day 8
Barcelona Free Time
Enjoy a full free day to explore the city or perhaps join an Optional Experience to nearby Montserrat to see the mystical Black Madonna.
Trip Summary Meals Icon Included Meals - Buffet Breakfast
Optional Experience
Flamenco Spectacular With Dinner
Come and experience the passion and spirit of Spain at a spectacular flamenco evening. This modern interpretation of Spain's most famous entertainment is one of the best shows in town, and we’ve even included dinner and drinks.
Adult Price: €86.00*
* The Optionals and pricing listed here are a guideline only and subject to change.
Optional Experience
Mystical Montserrat
Join an Optional Experience to the enchanting and mystical mountain of Montserrat, with its breathtaking views and spectacular scenery. There we will visit the Benedictine monastery where the Black Madonna can be seen.
Adult Price: €40.00*
* The Optionals and pricing listed here are a guideline only and subject to change.
Day 9
Barcelona – Arles – French Riviera (2 Nights)
Head back into France and through Provence. Stop in Arles, where Vincent Van Gogh, found inspiration for so many paintings. Travel on to the French Riviera where you will enjoy a two-night stay.
Trip Summary Accomodation Icon Hotel - Amarante Cannes
Trip Summary Meals Icon Included Meals - Buffet Breakfast
Day 10
French Riviera Free Time
Enjoy a full day of relaxation on one of the most beautiful coastlines in Europe.
Trip Summary Meals Icon Included Meals - Buffet Breakfast
Optional Experience
St. Paul And Corniche Discovery with Lunch or Dinner
Join us on a drive inland towards the mountains to visit the historic, walled hilltop town of St. Paul - an artists’ paradise. We’ll continue along the Riviera, passing through glamorous Nice and travelling on the Corniche roads as you admire the spectacular views, before arriving at a characteristic restaurant for a delicious meal including drinks.
Adult Price: €82.00*
* The Optionals and pricing listed here are a guideline only and subject to change.
Optional Experience
St Paul de Vence and Nice
A lovely drive into the Esteral Heights bring us to the quaint walled hilltown of St Paul de Vence. Our walk through the village’s winding streets with a Local Specialist reveals elegant fountains,vine-covered ramparts and interesting galleries. Then, because no visit to the Riviera is complete without it, we continue to glorious Nice to enjoy the city, its old town and colourful provençale markets.
Adult Price: €43.00*
* The Optionals and pricing listed here are a guideline only and subject to change.
Day 11
French Riviera – Monaco – Pisa – Florence
Explore Monaco's Old Town this morning before following the spectacular coastline into Italy. In Pisa view the famous Leaning Tower before arriving later at your hotel near Florence.
Trip Summary Accomodation Icon Hotel - Miro
Trip Summary Meals Icon Included Meals - Buffet Breakfast, Dinner
Day 12
Florence – Rome (2 Nights)
Experience the sights and delights of Renaissance Florence this morning. Learn about the quality and workmanship of one of this city's historic industries at a demonstration of Florentine leathercraft. Enjoy an orientation of this city as well as free time to explore before leaving and travelling to Rome.
Trip Summary Accomodation Icon Hotel - Ergife Palace
Trip Summary Meals Icon Included Meals - Buffet Breakfast
Optional Experience
Piazzas and Fountains of Rome
Starting with a lovely drive and continuing on foot, you'll discover hidden backstreets, piazzas and fountains of the 'Eternal City' with a Local Specialist. Along the way, you'll marvel at the timeless Pantheon, the best-preserved Roman temple in the world. Many additional highlights are revealed on this relaxed tour that also offers free time in a gorgeous Baroque square with street artists, trattorias and gelaterias!
Adult Price: €33.00*
* The Optionals and pricing listed here are a guideline only and subject to change.
Day 13
Rome Sightseeing and Free Time
Admire the landmarks with your Local Specialist including the Colosseum and the ancient sites of Rome. Visit St. Peter's Basilica. Afterwards shop or perhaps explore the Sistine Chapel.
Trip Summary Meals Icon Included Meals - Buffet Breakfast
Optional Experience
Roman Evening with Dinner
Spend a light-hearted evening with us in Rome. Relax and enjoy typical Italian cuisine with drinks and music. Afterwards, we’ll enjoy a drive and provide a glimpse into how Romans enjoy their city.
Adult Price: €62.00*
* The Optionals and pricing listed here are a guideline only and subject to change.
Optional Experience
Inside The Vatican & Colosseum
We skip the lines at the Vatican Museums for this tour that shows not just remarkable works of art collected and commissioned over the history of the Papacy, but also Michelangelo’s amazing ceiling frescoes in the Sistine Chapel. Later we hear fascinating tales of gladitorial combat and more on our visit to the Colosseum, again with time-saving VIP entrance.
Adult Price: €81.00*
* The Optionals and pricing listed here are a guideline only and subject to change.
Day 14
Rome – Bay Of Naples
Drive south from Rome to the scenic Bay of Naples. Don't miss an Optional Experience to the spectacular Amalfi Coast. Dine tonight at your hotel.
Trip Summary Accomodation Icon Hotel - Grand La PanoramicaPompei Resort
Trip Summary Meals Icon Included Meals - Buffet Breakfast, Dinner
Optional Experience
Amalfi Coast and Positano
Come with us for a drive along the famous Amalfi Coast. You’ll have a chance to visit the exclusive artists’ paradise of Positano, which is magnificently positioned on the Mediterranean coast.
Adult Price: €44.00*
* The Optionals and pricing listed here are a guideline only and subject to change.
Day 15
Bay Of Naples – Ancona – At Sea
This morning you may consider joining our expert for an Optional Experience to the excavations of Pompeii, the perfectly preserved Roman town which was engulfed by the eruption of Mount Vesuvius. Later travel across Italy to the port of Ancona to board your overnight ferry to Greece.
Trip Summary Meals Icon Included Meals - Buffet Breakfast, Dinner
Optional Experience
Discover Pompeii
Join our expert on a tour of the excavations of Pompeii, the perfectly preserved Roman town which was engulfed by Mount Vesuvius' eruption in AD 79. You'll witness the devastating destruction it had and have the opportunity to go back in time and get a glimpse of everyday Roman life, frozen for almost 2,000 years.
Adult Price: €46.00*
* The Optionals and pricing listed here are a guideline only and subject to change.
Day 16
At Sea – Patras – Athens (4 Nights)
Arrive in the port of Patras in Greece and continue by road to Athens.
Trip Summary Accomodation Icon Hotel - Novotel/Zafolia
Trip Summary Meals Icon Included Meals - Buffet Breakfast
Optional Experience
Traditional Greek Taverna Meal With Entertainment
This is an evening excursion to a taverna in the centre of Athens. Enjoy excellent traditional Greek food in a lively atmosphere while being entertained by dances and music from all parts of the country. Wine, beer and soft drinks are also included. Although the venue does have an official ending time, guests are more than welcome to stay on in the taverna, to join in with the local residents! (Casual dress)
Adult Price: €55.00*
* The Optionals and pricing listed here are a guideline only and subject to change.
Day 17
Athens
Your Travel Director will be on hand to give you advice on how best to spend your time in Athens. Why not join our 3-day Aegean Cruise? Search trip code EDMM for full trip details.
Trip Summary Meals Icon Included Meals - Buffet Breakfast
Optional Experience
Patmos Countryside Tour with Hora And Grotto Of Apocalypse
We visit Patmos a UNESCO “World Heritage Monument” and enjoy a panoramic guided tour of the island, a magical visit to the Grotto of the Apocalypse, where it is said St John the Apostle wrote the Book of Revelation. We reach the medieval town of Hora to enjoy a leisurely walk, marvel at the views of the Monastery of St John the Evangelist, and culminate our tour at Scala the port of Patmos where we enjoy a welcoming coffee, tea or refreshment.
Adult Price: €67.00*
* The Optionals and pricing listed here are a guideline only and subject to change.
Optional Experience
Spectacular Oia Village Perched On The Caldera Rim
Our drive through the crescent shaped island offers unsurpassable views of the lace-like caldera, the little islands of Thirasia, Palea and Nea Kameni. Our route takes us through Fira, the islands capital, past small traditional settlements of Firostefani and Imerovigli arriving at the beautiful and romantic village of Oia.Iconic Cycladic architecture of white washed houses, blue domed churches and blue shutters, buildings that look like they are trickling down the islands’ cliffs await. Time at leisure in spectacular Oia, to stroll through the marble-paved alleys, to gaze at the gorgeous shops, find and capture perfect pictures moments. After our time at leisure, we return to the ship.
Adult Price: €74.00*
* The Optionals and pricing listed here are a guideline only and subject to change.
Day 18
Athens
Soak in the atmosphere of the city or join an Optional Experience to Delphi.
Trip Summary Meals Icon Included Meals - Buffet Breakfast
Optional Experience
Cape Sounion
Take a relaxing trip down to the southernmost tip of Mainland Greece to see the fifth century B.C Temple of Poseidon at Sounion. See if you can spot where Byron carved his initials on one of the temple’s sixteen columns. Marvel at the sheer rugged beauty of the coastline and the ancient temple perched above a 197-foot drop down to the Aegean Sea below. Stand above the site of the world’s first lighthouse, overlooking an area steeped in classical Greek history, ever since the tragic King Aegeas threw himself from the rocky precipice into the sea below, thereby giving his name to the Aegean Sea.
Adult Price: €40.00*
* The Optionals and pricing listed here are a guideline only and subject to change.
Optional Experience
Delphi
The slopes of Parnassus Mountain are home to Delphi, home to the Oracke and the centre of the universe for the ancient world. Visit the Sanctuary of Apollo, the Stadium & the Temple, as well as the museum of Delphi - home to over 10,000 artefacts, including the famous bronze Charioteer. In addition, you will also pass through the typical mountain Greek village of Arachova - famous for its cheese, matured in nearby caves, and for its flokati rugs.
Adult Price: €100.00*
* The Optionals and pricing listed here are a guideline only and subject to change.
Day 19
Athens
Enjoy another day exploring this fascinating capital and do last-minute souvenir shopping in the Plaka district.
Trip Summary Meals Icon Included Meals - Buffet Breakfast
Optional Experience
Argolis (Mycenae/Epidaurus/Corinth Canal)
Leaving Athens, first cross the Corinth Canal, separating the Peloponnese from Mainland Greece with impressive dimensions - Visit ancient Mycenae, 3500 years old and home to the Lion Gate, Royal Palace & Tomb of Agamemnon, before continuing on to the stunning precision built ancient theatre of Epidaurus, There will also be a stop at the picturesque town of Nafplion, the first capital of modern Greece.
Adult Price: €100.00*
* The Optionals and pricing listed here are a guideline only and subject to change.
Optional Experience
One Day Cruise - Aegina, Poros And Hydra
Spend the day on board and cruise towards the islands of Aegina, Poros and Hydra. A great way to see and take in as much as you can whilst enjoying the Saronic gulf and the islands that are closest to the capital! A light lunch is included on board.
Adult Price: €99.00*
* The Optionals and pricing listed here are a guideline only and subject to change.
Optional Experience
Mykonian Countryside tour with Hora & Little Venice
The shore-experience with the coach and your local expert sets off from Chora. Next stop at the south, the leeward beach of Ornos, a picturesque fishing harbour which is a popular anchorage and then on to the small beach of Agia Anna and Kalafatis beach. During the trip back to Chora, you will visit the traditional village of Ano Mera and the monastery of Panagia Tourliani, founded in 1542. The pretty village square is perfect spot for a short break. Returning to Chora you will stop at Paraportiani. A few metres down you will meet the Mykonos Folklore Museum, which is housed in an old two-storied merchant baron’s house. You continue towards the “Little Venice” of Mykonos, Alefkandra, with its windmills and the almost otherworldly sunsets.
Adult Price: €67.00*
* The Optionals and pricing listed here are a guideline only and subject to change.
Day 20
Athens Sightseeing – At Sea
Admire the sights with your Local Specialist including a visit to the Parthenon, Acropolis as well as seeing the Temple of Zeus. In Patras board your ship for an overnight cruise to the Italian city of Ancona.
Trip Summary Meals Icon Included Meals - Buffet Breakfast, Dinner
Day 21
At Sea – Ancona – Bologna
Arrive in Ancona and travel to Bologna. Enjoy lunch aboard your Adriatic ferry.
Trip Summary Accomodation Icon Hotel - Best Western Plus Tower
Trip Summary Meals Icon Included Meals - Buffet Breakfast, Lunch
Optional Experience
Lagoon Cruise to Burano with Food and Drinks
Join us as we discover the Venetian Lagoon by private boat. You will enjoy a delicious meal with a selection of drinks on the fishermen's island of Burano, famous for its multi-coloured houses - a real photographer's paradise.
Adult Price: €72.00*
* The Optionals and pricing listed here are a guideline only and subject to change.
Optional Experience
Experience Venice By Gondola
Glide gracefully on a gondola along Venice’s dreamy, narrow waterways; full of character and colour. While your gondolier navigates the canals, you can take in the city’s elegant architecture. And they may even serenade you with an Italian classic.
Adult Price: €39.00*
* The Optionals and pricing listed here are a guideline only and subject to change.
Day 22
Bologna – Venice
Head north through the Emilia Romagna region to magical Venice. Cruise by private launch to St. Mark's Square. Enjoy a glassblowing demonstration at a traditional workshop. Spend time afterwards exploring.
Trip Summary Accomodation Icon Hotel - Best Western Airvenice
Trip Summary Meals Icon Included Meals - Buffet Breakfast
Optional Experience
Lagoon Cruise to Burano with Food and Drinks
Join us as we discover the Venetian Lagoon by private boat. You will enjoy a delicious meal with a selection of drinks on the fishermen's island of Burano, famous for its multi-coloured houses - a real photographer's paradise.
Adult Price: €72.00*
* The Optionals and pricing listed here are a guideline only and subject to change.
Optional Experience
Experience Venice By Gondola
Glide gracefully on a gondola along Venice’s dreamy, narrow waterways; full of character and colour. While your gondolier navigates the canals, you can take in the city’s elegant architecture. And they may even serenade you with an Italian classic.
Adult Price: €39.00*
* The Optionals and pricing listed here are a guideline only and subject to change.
Day 23
Venice – Innsbruck
Travel through scenic mountainous landscapes including the majestic Brenner Pass into Austria before arriving in Innsbruck. Your orientation includes views of the Golden Roof and Hofburg Palace.
Trip Summary Accomodation Icon Hotel - Bon Alpina
Trip Summary Meals Icon Included Meals - Buffet Breakfast, Dinner
Day 24
Innsbruck – Vaduz – Lake Lucerne (2 Nights)
Visit Vaduz, capital of Liechtenstein, then drive through scenic alpine landscapes to lovely Lake Lucerne.
Trip Summary Accomodation Icon Hotel - SwissEver
Trip Summary Meals Icon Included Meals - Buffet Breakfast, Dinner
Optional Experience
Mount Pilatus And Lake Cruise
We’ll ascend by cog-wheel train to Mount Pilatus’ summit, where you’ll have time to explore, admire the views, and breathe the pure air. Then, we’ll descent by cable-car to enjoy a scenic lake cruise. On certain departures this Optional may be operated in reverse.
Adult Price: Fr.112.00*
* The Optionals and pricing listed here are a guideline only and subject to change.
Day 25
Lucerne Orientation and Free Time
Travel into the heart of Lucerne where your orientation will reveal the Chapel Bridge and Lion Monument. Afterwards consider taking an Optional Experience up Mount Pilatus for spectacular views over the Alps. This evening dine at your hotel.
Trip Summary Meals Icon Included Meals - Buffet Breakfast
Optional Experience
Swiss Folklore Evening And Dinner
Tonight we’ll enjoy a tasty Swiss meal, including the famous Swiss cheese fondue, in a typical restaurant. While enjoying dinner, you can also join in a lively folklore show which includes yodelling, flag-throwing and Alpine horn-blowing. Two drinks are also included. Occasionally, this optional may be offered as a Lunch for CHF68.00.
Adult Price: Fr.99.00*
* The Optionals and pricing listed here are a guideline only and subject to change.
Optional Experience
Swiss Countryside & Carriages
A chance to get to know the Swiss, you’ll meet local farmers and enjoy a delightful countryside tour in horse drawn carriages. Soak up the stunning scenery as we trot around a typical rural community, en route to a working farm where you’ll savour local drinks and snacks.
Adult Price: Fr.67.00*
* The Optionals and pricing listed here are a guideline only and subject to change.
Day 26
Lake Lucerne – Heidelberg – Rhineland
Marvel at the mighty Rhine Falls at Schaffhausen before crossing the border over into Germany. Pass through the Black Forest and make your way to the university town of Heidelberg. View the imposing red sandstone castle towering above the city before making your way to the hotel.
Trip Summary Accomodation Icon Hotel - NH Bingen
Trip Summary Meals Icon Included Meals - Buffet Breakfast, Dinner
Day 27
Rhineland – Rhine Cruise – Amsterdam
This morning relax aboard your cruise through the Rhine Valley. See the famous Lorelei Rock and see medieval castles and vineyards. Then continue to the Dutch border and make your way to lively Amsterdam.
Trip Summary Accomodation Icon Hotel - Ibis Schiphol
Trip Summary Meals Icon Included Meals - Buffet Breakfast
Optional Experience
Dinner In A Historic Dutch House And Canal Cruise
Join us for a delicious meal of Dutch specialities, including drinks, in the elegant surroundings of this historic house. Later you’ll board our private boat and glide gently along the canals, under picturesque bridges and past elegant town-houses built on the water's edge.
Adult Price: €69.00*
* The Optionals and pricing listed here are a guideline only and subject to change.
Day 28
Amsterdam – London
Drive back into France to Calais where you board your ferry back to Dover. Arrive later in London and bid farewell to your Travel Director and newfound friends at the end of this memorable European Discoverer.
Trip Summary Meals Icon Included Meals - Buffet Breakfast
All optional experiences for this trip
Book with your travel director when you travel
Available on day 1
Seine Cruise And Paris Illuminations
Paris at night is a city transformed. Enjoy this superb 'City of Light' on a leisurely cruise along the River Seine. Afterwards, as we drive through this amazing city, we’ll stop at some vantage points for you to capture the fascinating sights on camera. In summer, this trip may take place before sunset.
Adult Price: €38.00*
* The Optionals and pricing listed here are a guideline only and subject to change.
Available on day 2
Montmartre Village And Artists' Square
Dominated by the soaring Sacre Coeur Basilica, you’ll join your Local Specialist to explore Montmartre’s winding streets, unusual galleries and world famous Artist’s Square - once home to the works of Toulouse Lautrec and Picasso. You’ll have time to browse, barter for original art and taste local cuisine, for a real flavour of Montmartre life.
Adult Price: €37.00*
* The Optionals and pricing listed here are a guideline only and subject to change.
Available on day 2
Moulin Rouge Cabaret And Dinner
Enjoy dinner and cabaret, including wine and champagne, at the world-famous Moulin Rouge – the original Paris cabaret. Immortalized by the award-winning film of the same name, this Parisian institution features 60 dancers and entertainers and over 1000 costumes!
Adult Price: €165.00*
* The Optionals and pricing listed here are a guideline only and subject to change.
Available on day 2
Nouvelle Eve Cabaret And Dinner
One of the oldest and most elegant revue theatres in Paris, Nouvelle Eve is a hidden gem, where you’ll meet the Director and two of the cast members before enjoying a four-course dinner with wine. You will then experience unparalleled Parisian entertainment – including the world-famous Can-Can.
Adult Price: €139.00*
* The Optionals and pricing listed here are a guideline only and subject to change.
Available on day 2
Montparnasse and Latin Quarter
Take the fastest elevator in Europe to the Panoramic Observation Deck for unbeatable views of the Eiffel Tower and all of the city’s iconic monuments. The highest rooftop terrace in Paris offers a breath-taking 360-degree view, with all of Paris at your feet! Then we’ll take a stroll through the delightful Latin Quarter, a medieval maze of winding cobblestone alleyways where you'll have free time to enjoy the sidewalk bistros, boutiques and hidden squares.
Adult Price: €38.00*
* The Optionals and pricing listed here are a guideline only and subject to change.
Available on day 4
Pamplona Discovery With Tapas And Sangria
Enjoy a walking tour of charming Pamplona with our Local Specialist. See the ancient walls, views over the city, the beautiful old town and the Cathedral before retracing the steps of the famous ‘Running of the Bulls’. Then savour tapas and sangria at Hemingway’s favourite watering hole, the most beautiful and historic café in town!
Adult Price: €34.00*
* The Optionals and pricing listed here are a guideline only and subject to change.
Available on day 6
Spectacular Toledo: Spain's Ancient Capital
Visit the ancient capital of Spain, which sits above the Tagus River and is home to the nation's principal cathedral and El Greco's famous views. Learn about Moorish and Jewish cultures, and how the area is famed for the production of Damascene work: intricate inlaid gold jewellery and craftwork.
Adult Price: €46.00*
* The Optionals and pricing listed here are a guideline only and subject to change.
Available on day 6
Dinner and Discovery in Old and New Madrid
This evening you'll have the chance to admire the elegance of Madrid's new city, with its wide, tree-lined avenues and decorative fountains, before you experiencing the traditional flavour of the old city. We'll see where the locals come together and have a chat over their aperitifs, before enjoying a delicious dinner.
Adult Price: €61.00*
* The Optionals and pricing listed here are a guideline only and subject to change.
Available on day 8
Flamenco Spectacular With Dinner
Come and experience the passion and spirit of Spain at a spectacular flamenco evening. This modern interpretation of Spain's most famous entertainment is one of the best shows in town, and we’ve even included dinner and drinks.
Adult Price: €86.00*
* The Optionals and pricing listed here are a guideline only and subject to change.
Available on day 8
Mystical Montserrat
Join an Optional Experience to the enchanting and mystical mountain of Montserrat, with its breathtaking views and spectacular scenery. There we will visit the Benedictine monastery where the Black Madonna can be seen.
Adult Price: €40.00*
* The Optionals and pricing listed here are a guideline only and subject to change.
Available on day 10
St. Paul And Corniche Discovery with Lunch or Dinner
Join us on a drive inland towards the mountains to visit the historic, walled hilltop town of St. Paul - an artists’ paradise. We’ll continue along the Riviera, passing through glamorous Nice and travelling on the Corniche roads as you admire the spectacular views, before arriving at a characteristic restaurant for a delicious meal including drinks.
Adult Price: €82.00*
* The Optionals and pricing listed here are a guideline only and subject to change.
Available on day 10
St Paul de Vence and Nice
A lovely drive into the Esteral Heights bring us to the quaint walled hilltown of St Paul de Vence. Our walk through the village’s winding streets with a Local Specialist reveals elegant fountains,vine-covered ramparts and interesting galleries. Then, because no visit to the Riviera is complete without it, we continue to glorious Nice to enjoy the city, its old town and colourful provençale markets.
Adult Price: €43.00*
* The Optionals and pricing listed here are a guideline only and subject to change.
Available on day 12
Piazzas and Fountains of Rome
Starting with a lovely drive and continuing on foot, you'll discover hidden backstreets, piazzas and fountains of the 'Eternal City' with a Local Specialist. Along the way, you'll marvel at the timeless Pantheon, the best-preserved Roman temple in the world. Many additional highlights are revealed on this relaxed tour that also offers free time in a gorgeous Baroque square with street artists, trattorias and gelaterias!
Adult Price: €33.00*
* The Optionals and pricing listed here are a guideline only and subject to change.
Available on day 13
Roman Evening with Dinner
Spend a light-hearted evening with us in Rome. Relax and enjoy typical Italian cuisine with drinks and music. Afterwards, we’ll enjoy a drive and provide a glimpse into how Romans enjoy their city.
Adult Price: €62.00*
* The Optionals and pricing listed here are a guideline only and subject to change.
Available on day 13
Inside The Vatican & Colosseum
We skip the lines at the Vatican Museums for this tour that shows not just remarkable works of art collected and commissioned over the history of the Papacy, but also Michelangelo’s amazing ceiling frescoes in the Sistine Chapel. Later we hear fascinating tales of gladitorial combat and more on our visit to the Colosseum, again with time-saving VIP entrance.
Adult Price: €81.00*
* The Optionals and pricing listed here are a guideline only and subject to change.
Available on day 14
Amalfi Coast and Positano
Come with us for a drive along the famous Amalfi Coast. You’ll have a chance to visit the exclusive artists’ paradise of Positano, which is magnificently positioned on the Mediterranean coast.
Adult Price: €44.00*
* The Optionals and pricing listed here are a guideline only and subject to change.
Available on day 15
Discover Pompeii
Join our expert on a tour of the excavations of Pompeii, the perfectly preserved Roman town which was engulfed by Mount Vesuvius' eruption in AD 79. You'll witness the devastating destruction it had and have the opportunity to go back in time and get a glimpse of everyday Roman life, frozen for almost 2,000 years.
Adult Price: €46.00*
* The Optionals and pricing listed here are a guideline only and subject to change.
Available on day 16
Traditional Greek Taverna Meal With Entertainment
This is an evening excursion to a taverna in the centre of Athens. Enjoy excellent traditional Greek food in a lively atmosphere while being entertained by dances and music from all parts of the country. Wine, beer and soft drinks are also included. Although the venue does have an official ending time, guests are more than welcome to stay on in the taverna, to join in with the local residents! (Casual dress)
Adult Price: €55.00*
* The Optionals and pricing listed here are a guideline only and subject to change.
Available on day 17
Patmos Countryside Tour with Hora And Grotto Of Apocalypse
We visit Patmos a UNESCO “World Heritage Monument” and enjoy a panoramic guided tour of the island, a magical visit to the Grotto of the Apocalypse, where it is said St John the Apostle wrote the Book of Revelation. We reach the medieval town of Hora to enjoy a leisurely walk, marvel at the views of the Monastery of St John the Evangelist, and culminate our tour at Scala the port of Patmos where we enjoy a welcoming coffee, tea or refreshment.
Adult Price: €67.00*
* The Optionals and pricing listed here are a guideline only and subject to change.
Available on day 17
Spectacular Oia Village Perched On The Caldera Rim
Our drive through the crescent shaped island offers unsurpassable views of the lace-like caldera, the little islands of Thirasia, Palea and Nea Kameni. Our route takes us through Fira, the islands capital, past small traditional settlements of Firostefani and Imerovigli arriving at the beautiful and romantic village of Oia.Iconic Cycladic architecture of white washed houses, blue domed churches and blue shutters, buildings that look like they are trickling down the islands’ cliffs await. Time at leisure in spectacular Oia, to stroll through the marble-paved alleys, to gaze at the gorgeous shops, find and capture perfect pictures moments. After our time at leisure, we return to the ship.
Adult Price: €74.00*
* The Optionals and pricing listed here are a guideline only and subject to change.
Available on day 18
Cape Sounion
Take a relaxing trip down to the southernmost tip of Mainland Greece to see the fifth century B.C Temple of Poseidon at Sounion. See if you can spot where Byron carved his initials on one of the temple’s sixteen columns. Marvel at the sheer rugged beauty of the coastline and the ancient temple perched above a 197-foot drop down to the Aegean Sea below. Stand above the site of the world’s first lighthouse, overlooking an area steeped in classical Greek history, ever since the tragic King Aegeas threw himself from the rocky precipice into the sea below, thereby giving his name to the Aegean Sea.
Adult Price: €40.00*
* The Optionals and pricing listed here are a guideline only and subject to change.
Available on day 18
Delphi
The slopes of Parnassus Mountain are home to Delphi, home to the Oracke and the centre of the universe for the ancient world. Visit the Sanctuary of Apollo, the Stadium & the Temple, as well as the museum of Delphi - home to over 10,000 artefacts, including the famous bronze Charioteer. In addition, you will also pass through the typical mountain Greek village of Arachova - famous for its cheese, matured in nearby caves, and for its flokati rugs.
Adult Price: €100.00*
* The Optionals and pricing listed here are a guideline only and subject to change.
Available on day 19
Argolis (Mycenae/Epidaurus/Corinth Canal)
Leaving Athens, first cross the Corinth Canal, separating the Peloponnese from Mainland Greece with impressive dimensions - Visit ancient Mycenae, 3500 years old and home to the Lion Gate, Royal Palace & Tomb of Agamemnon, before continuing on to the stunning precision built ancient theatre of Epidaurus, There will also be a stop at the picturesque town of Nafplion, the first capital of modern Greece.
Adult Price: €100.00*
* The Optionals and pricing listed here are a guideline only and subject to change.
Available on day 19
One Day Cruise - Aegina, Poros And Hydra
Spend the day on board and cruise towards the islands of Aegina, Poros and Hydra. A great way to see and take in as much as you can whilst enjoying the Saronic gulf and the islands that are closest to the capital! A light lunch is included on board.
Adult Price: €99.00*
* The Optionals and pricing listed here are a guideline only and subject to change.
Available on day 19
Mykonian Countryside tour with Hora & Little Venice
The shore-experience with the coach and your local expert sets off from Chora. Next stop at the south, the leeward beach of Ornos, a picturesque fishing harbour which is a popular anchorage and then on to the small beach of Agia Anna and Kalafatis beach. During the trip back to Chora, you will visit the traditional village of Ano Mera and the monastery of Panagia Tourliani, founded in 1542. The pretty village square is perfect spot for a short break. Returning to Chora you will stop at Paraportiani. A few metres down you will meet the Mykonos Folklore Museum, which is housed in an old two-storied merchant baron’s house. You continue towards the “Little Venice” of Mykonos, Alefkandra, with its windmills and the almost otherworldly sunsets.
Adult Price: €67.00*
* The Optionals and pricing listed here are a guideline only and subject to change.
Available on day 21
Lagoon Cruise to Burano with Food and Drinks
Join us as we discover the Venetian Lagoon by private boat. You will enjoy a delicious meal with a selection of drinks on the fishermen's island of Burano, famous for its multi-coloured houses - a real photographer's paradise.
Adult Price: €72.00*
* The Optionals and pricing listed here are a guideline only and subject to change.
Available on day 21
Experience Venice By Gondola
Glide gracefully on a gondola along Venice’s dreamy, narrow waterways; full of character and colour. While your gondolier navigates the canals, you can take in the city’s elegant architecture. And they may even serenade you with an Italian classic.
Adult Price: €39.00*
* The Optionals and pricing listed here are a guideline only and subject to change.
Available on day 22
Lagoon Cruise to Burano with Food and Drinks
Join us as we discover the Venetian Lagoon by private boat. You will enjoy a delicious meal with a selection of drinks on the fishermen's island of Burano, famous for its multi-coloured houses - a real photographer's paradise.
Adult Price: €72.00*
* The Optionals and pricing listed here are a guideline only and subject to change.
Available on day 22
Experience Venice By Gondola
Glide gracefully on a gondola along Venice’s dreamy, narrow waterways; full of character and colour. While your gondolier navigates the canals, you can take in the city’s elegant architecture. And they may even serenade you with an Italian classic.
Adult Price: €39.00*
* The Optionals and pricing listed here are a guideline only and subject to change.
Available on day 24
Mount Pilatus And Lake Cruise
We’ll ascend by cog-wheel train to Mount Pilatus’ summit, where you’ll have time to explore, admire the views, and breathe the pure air. Then, we’ll descent by cable-car to enjoy a scenic lake cruise. On certain departures this Optional may be operated in reverse.
Adult Price: Fr.112.00*
* The Optionals and pricing listed here are a guideline only and subject to change.
Available on day 25
Swiss Folklore Evening And Dinner
Tonight we’ll enjoy a tasty Swiss meal, including the famous Swiss cheese fondue, in a typical restaurant. While enjoying dinner, you can also join in a lively folklore show which includes yodelling, flag-throwing and Alpine horn-blowing. Two drinks are also included. Occasionally, this optional may be offered as a Lunch for CHF68.00.
Adult Price: Fr.99.00*
* The Optionals and pricing listed here are a guideline only and subject to change.
Available on day 25
Swiss Countryside & Carriages
A chance to get to know the Swiss, you’ll meet local farmers and enjoy a delightful countryside tour in horse drawn carriages. Soak up the stunning scenery as we trot around a typical rural community, en route to a working farm where you’ll savour local drinks and snacks.
Adult Price: Fr.67.00*
* The Optionals and pricing listed here are a guideline only and subject to change.
Available on day 27
Dinner In A Historic Dutch House And Canal Cruise
Join us for a delicious meal of Dutch specialities, including drinks, in the elegant surroundings of this historic house. Later you’ll board our private boat and glide gently along the canals, under picturesque bridges and past elegant town-houses built on the water's edge.
Adult Price: €69.00*
* The Optionals and pricing listed here are a guideline only and subject to change.
All Optional Experiences
The Optionals and pricing listed here are a guideline only and subject to change.
About this trip
About this trip
What's included
27 nights
Accommodation
37 Meals
27 Buffet breakfasts, 1 Three-course lunch, 9 Three-course dinners
On-trip Transport
All transport shown
Sightseeing highlights
Dover
See the White Cliffs
Paris
City tour with views of the Arc de Triomphe, Eiffel Tower and Champs Élysées
Tours
View the cathedral
Biarritz
Visit the seaside resort
Pamplona
Orientation of this famous city
Madrid
City tour with a Local Specialist. See Plaza de España
Barcelona
City tour with a Local Specialist. See Sagrada Familia Cathedral
South of France
Drive through Provence
Monaco
View the Old Town
Pisa
View the Leaning Tower
Florence
Visit the Renaissance city
Rome
City tour with a Local Specialist. View St. Peter's Basilica, the Colosseum and the ancient sites
Athens
City tour with a Local Specialist. Visit the ancient Acropolis, Parthenon and see the Temple of Zeus
Venice
Cruise by private boat to St. Mark's Square. Visit a glassblowing workshop
Innsbruck
See the Golden Roof and Hofburg Palace
Liechtenstein
Visit the capital, Vaduz
Lucerne
Visit the Lion Monument
Schaffhausen
Stop to view the Rhine Falls
Black Forest
See this beautiful forested region
Heidelberg
View the castle
Rhine Valley
Cruise the romantic Rhine
Amsterdam
See the historic city centre
On every trip
Audio Headsets Provided throughout your holiday to enhance your included sightseeing experiences
Luxury air-conditioned coach
Overnight mini cruise - Ancona to Patras and Patras to Ancona
The services of a Local Host if you stay at Costsaver's recommended London hotel
Return ferry from Dover to Calais
Cherry-picked hotels, all tried and trusted
Variety of Optional Experiences
City orientation tours
An expert Travel Director and a professional driver
All hotel service charges and tips, baggage handling fees and local taxes
London airport transfers are available to purchase, conditions apply. See link below for airport transfer page
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