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See the historic city centre Cruise the romantic Rhine See this picturesque region Visit the Lion Monument and view the Chapel Bridge View the Golden Roof and the Hofburg Palace Cruise by private boat to St. Mark’s Square and visit a glassblowing workshop Visit the ancient Acropolis with a Local Guide Enjoy an evening on this beautiful island Visit the Palace of Knossos See the ancient sites with your Local Guide Visit the Renaissance city Visit the Square of Miracles to see the Leaning Tower Visit the Principality Drive through Provence See La Sagrada Família Cathedral with a Local Guide View the ancient city walls and Plaza del Castillo Visit this seaside resort View the Champs-Élysées, Arc de Triomphe and Eiffel Tower on a sightseeing tour Cherry-picked hotels, all tried and trusted City orientation tours Audio headsets are provided throughout your holiday to enhance your included sightseeing experiences Extensive variety of Choice Experiences Three-night Aegean Cruise Overnight mini cruise - Ancona to Patras and Patras to Ancona On occasion, hotels of similar standard and location may be utilised.

Transport

Luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries

Accommodation

Ibis Schiphol NH Bingen City Brunnen San Giuliano Big House Plitvička Jezera Villas Plat Doro City Amalia Kalambaka. Zafolia, Dorian Inn, President Ergife Palace Miro Holiday Inn Express Nice Grand Arenas Hesperia Sant Just Ibis Styles Noain Ibis Centre Mériadeck Novotel Pont de Sèvres

Guide

An expert Travel Director and professional Driver

Meals

27 Breakfast (B) 8 Dinner (D) Many meals and daily breakfasts included

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Piazzas and Fountains - Adults €44.00 Discover the most charming areas of the city as you explore quintessential Italian piazzas and fountains with a Local Specialist. Wander through the labyrinth of narrow streets and beautiful squares in Rome’s historic centre, stopping to marvel at highlights such as the Trevi Fountain, The Pantheon and hidden corners of the Eternal City. Cape Sounion - Adults €50.00 Take a relaxing trip down to the southernmost tip of Mainland Greece to see the 5th Century B.C Temple of Poseidon at Sounion. See if you can spot where Byron carved his initials on one of the temple’s columns and marvel at the sheer rugged beauty of the surrounding coastline as you uncover classical Greek history. Delphi - Adults €105.00 Travel to the centre of the universe for the ancient world, visiting the slopes of Parnassus Mountain. See the Sanctuary of Apollo, The Stadium, Temple and the Museum of Delphi - home to more than 10,000 artefacts. Later, pass through the traditional mountain village of Arachova, which is famous for its cheese (matured in nearby caves) and for its flokati rugs. Inside the Vatican Museums - Adults €64.00 Join us for an extension to your included sightseeing tour, which gives you a chance to see the artistic masterpieces collected and commissioned by the Popes. With our Local Specialist, we’ll visit the Tapestry Gallery, Gallery of Maps and the Sistine Chapel. Michelangelo spent four years preparing the vault and altar wall, and we’ll give you plenty of time to admire just how much painstaking work went into his creations. Inside The Roman Forum - Adults €58.00 With a Local Specialist at your side, step back in time and into the streets of Ancient Rome. Follow in the footsteps of Julius Caesar to the place where temples, basilicas, squares and markets formed the beating heart of the Roman Empire. Walk the Via Sacra, or ‘Sacred Way’, to see where the Roman Senate once met, and see the spot where Mark Antony delivered his immortal ‘friends, Romans, countrymen…’ speech. An unmissable highlight of any visit to Rome. Roman Dinner in the Eternal City - Adults €71.00 Embrace the Italian way of living la dolce vita with a light-hearted evening out in the mesmerising city of Rome. Relax and savour delectable Italian dishes as you enjoy the delights of Roman music.

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Day 1 Day 1: Arrive Amsterdam
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 1: Arrive Amsterdam

Home to bikes, clogs, cheese, canals and windmills, it can only be the Netherlands! Enjoy a day at leisure before meeting your Travel Director and other travellers this afternoon. See the famous gabled 17th-century façades on your orientation. There’s time to enjoy a Choice Experience this evening to further immerse yourself into Dutch culture.
Day 2 Day 2: Amsterdam Orientation And Free Time
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 2: Amsterdam Orientation And Free Time

It won’t take long to fall in love with the Dutch capital! Explore its history, culture and art. Your orientation tour will take you past gabled houses, countless canals and greenspaces. Explore more blockbuster sites on your own later or opt to join a Choice Experience to Volendam where the Dutch traditions of cheese and clog making take centre stage. Later, consider an optional Dutch dinner in a historic gable home.
Day 3 Day 3: Amsterdam – Rhine Cruise – Rhineland
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 3: Amsterdam – Rhine Cruise – Rhineland

You won’t want to blink as you head east into the lush landscapes of Germany. Lined with medieval villages, steep vineyards and storybook castles, the Rhine Valley has enchanted painters and writers for centuries. See it in all its glory on your leisurely river cruise winding your way through Rhineland landscapes before dinner.
Day 4 Day 4: Rhineland – Lucerne Region
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 4: Rhineland – Lucerne Region

Slice through the heart of Switzerland bound for Lucerne on your very own ’Grand Tour’ of Europe. Take a step back in time and join your Travel Director for a stroll of the Old Town including the medieval Chapel Bridge which has spanned the Reuss river since the 14th century. There won’t be a dry eye in the house when you visit the wounded Lion Monument, hewn from rock to commemorate the brave Swiss Guards who lost their lives defending King Louis XVI during the French Revolution. This afternoon, you have time to explore the city your way, or top the day off kicking up your heels with a fondue dinner and folklore show.
Day 5 Day 5: Lucerne Orientation And Free Time
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 5: Lucerne Orientation And Free Time

Mountain heights, lakes and green landscapes, Lucerne is a mix of quintessential Switzerland. Explore it your way today with our Choice Experiences. Head to the countryside for a horse-drawn carriage ride to a local working farm. Or, embrace the great outdoors and epic views from the top of Mount Pilatus, ascending to the summit by the world’s steepest cog-wheel train. Then, descend by cable car before taking a scenic lake cruise. It doesn’t get much better than this!
Day 6 Day 6: Lucerne – Venice (Mestre)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 6: Lucerne – Venice (Mestre)

Touch the sky when you follow the St. Gotthard highway, winding past mountain scenery and into Italy, arriving into the Veneto region head towards the island of Venice the ’Queen of the Adriatic’. Take a Choice Experience by private water taxi and cruise along the Grand Canal, ticking off the palazzi, the Rialto bridge and St Mark’s Square. Continue on your optional adventure with a gondola ride taking you through the iconic narrow waterways, just like you’ve seen in the movies.
Day 7 Day 7: Venice Orientation And Free Time
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 7: Venice Orientation And Free Time

Cobbled lanes, artisan shops, little trattorias, 400 canals - Venice is the ultimate explorers’ playground. Cruise the local way, arriving by private launch to St Mark’s Square. All the main attractions are within walking distance of the Piazza so you’ll have easy access to view the famous Byzantine Basilica of St. Mark. Wander the lanes before visiting a glassblowing workshop on a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience. Watch talented master craftsmen at work, as they make the beautiful glass creations that are characteristic of Venice. This afternoon, see the city your way taking an optional cruise across the lagoon to colourful Burano Island.
Day 8 Day 8: Venice – Opatija - Plitvice
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 8: Venice – Opatija - Plitvice

Farewell Italy, hello next leg of our adventure - Croatia! Get your first taste in Opatija, this coastal town dotted with Habsburg-era villas that will make an impact as you stroll the historic promenade, perhaps stopping for an ice cream along the coastline or for people watching. Later, arrive in Plitvice, home to the epic waterfalls you’ll explore tomorrow.
Day 9 Day 9: Plitvice Lakes – Dubrovnik
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 9: Plitvice Lakes – Dubrovnik

Find yourself in paradise on a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience in UNESCO-listed Plitvice Lakes National Park. Team up with a Local Guide to learn about the Park’s conservation of its native species on easy trails and boardwalks through the blue-green beauty of interconnecting lakes. Duck your head into cool caves and gaze up at waterfalls before you continue your Europe Value tour to Dubrovnik.
Day 10 Day 10: Dubrovnik Sightseeing And Free Time
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 10: Dubrovnik Sightseeing And Free Time

Rector’s Palace, check! Onofrio’s Fountain and the city walls, check! It’s one iconic highlight after another in Dubrovnik on this morning’s Locally Guided sightseeing tour, with courtyards and limestone streets throwing you back to the city’s Golden Age. There’s no better way to enjoy this coastline than on tonight’s optional sunset dinner cruise to a secluded bay with the city illuminated in the background. Cheers!
Day 11 Day 11: Dubrovnik – Kotor - Tirana
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 11: Dubrovnik – Kotor - Tirana

Make a quick stop in Montenegro’s medieval Kotor before pulling into colourful Tirana, Albania. The best way to dig into its history? Explore the previously communist-dominated capital including highlights like Skanderbeg Square and the Palace of Culture. Wander up the main boulevard and see the Prime Ministry building, the Presidential office and the Pyramid Building.
Day 12 Day 12: Tirana Orientation
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 12: Tirana Orientation

It’s one blockbuster sight after the next as you explore through the city’s colourful architecture, a blend of Ottoman, Fascist and Soviet styles. Take in the Skanderbeg Statue – a national hero, and snap photos of the Et’hem Bey Mosque. Stroll through Blloku neighbourhood where members of the communist party once lived.
Day 13 Day 13: Tirana - Kalambaka
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 13: Tirana - Kalambaka

Cross into Greece through the scenic Plains of Thessaly to Kalambaka. This afternoon, choose to join an optional tour of the gravity defying Meteora monasteries that cling impressively to immense rounded rock towers. Rebuilt after it was burned by the Nazis in WWII, Meteora holds a magnificent old Byzantine church as well as several museums – one devoted to old schoolbooks and another to mushrooms. So, why not tick off a few more unique sights off your bucket list?
Day 14 Day 14: Kalambaka - Athens
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 14: Kalambaka - Athens

Welcome to Athens! The Greek capital was once the centre of the world and for several days it will be yours. The best way to start your time in Greece? Tailor your night with a Choice Experience at a taverna evening and kick up your heels with dancing and drinks. Opa!
Day 15 Day 15: Athens
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 15: Athens

Oh, glorious Athens. Whether you’re a history buff or a lover of Greek food, ask your Travel Director for advice on how to make the most of the day. Evidence of the city’s former status as the ’Cradle of Western Civilisation’ can be seen around every turn where the literature, art and laws have shaped western civilization as we know it. Join a Choice Experience first crossing the Corinth Canal to ancient Mycenae, 3500 years old and home to the Lion Gate, then see Royal Palace & Tomb of Agamemnon, topped off with the ancient theatre of Epidaurus and the picturesque town of Nafplio, the first capital of modern Greece.
Day 16 Day 16: Athens
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 16: Athens

Do it your way and join a Choice Experience 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 columns and marvel at the rugged beauty of the coastline as you uncover classical Greek history.
Day 17 Day 17: Athens
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 17: Athens

Get your final fix of Athens with a free day to get some last-minute souvenir shopping done. Keen for a last fix of Greek history? You could choose to visit ancient Mycenae with its Royal Palace and Tomb of Agamemnon or take a one-day cruise to the islands of Aegina, Poros and Hydra.
Day 18 Day 18: Athens – Rome
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 18: Athens – Rome

This morning, lace up your walking shoes and go in search of the artistry, architecture and archaeological treasures that have made Athens a popular stop for history lovers. Then we fly from Athens to Rome - you’ll instantly see why there’s so much to love in the land of dolce vita. Whether you’re a foodie or just like to take in the local vibe, choose to tick off the city’s quintessential Italian piazzas and fountains with a Local Guide. Throw a coin in the Trevi Fountain, see the Pantheon and get local exploring hidden corners of the Eternal City.
Day 19 Day 19: Rome Sightseeing And Free Time
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 19: Rome Sightseeing And Free Time

With so much to see and do, you could explore Rome for an eternity without getting bored. Stand in St. Peter’s Square before you visit St. Peter’s Basilica and view Michelangelo’s greatest work, the Pietà. Cross the Tiber next, to view the mighty Colosseum and the countless blockbusters from the Roman Empire. You can opt to join a Choice Experience to visit the seat of power, markets and daily life in the Roman Forum. Later, explore on your own or embrace the Italian way of la dolce vita with an evening of Italian dishes and Roman music.
Day 20 Day 20: Rome - Florence
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 20: Rome - Florence

Set your sights firmly on Florence, the birthplace of the Renaissance and a city that has inspired poets, authors and artists for centuries. There are few cities in the world with an artistic legacy equal to that of Florence and now’s your chance to experience it in all its glory. Start your time here learning about centuries old leathercraft at Peruzzi leatherwork demonstration. Then spend your time exploring the city, from the Baptistery and Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore to Giotto’s Bell Tower and Ponte Vecchio. Delve into Florence’s Renaissance heritage by seeing Piazza Santa Croce and its famous church.
Day 21 Day 21: Florence – Pisa - Monte Carlo - Nice
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 21: Florence – Pisa - Monte Carlo - Nice

If you’ve always dreamed of visiting that famous leaning tower, we’ll take you to snap a few strategic photos featuring you and the extraordinary Leaning Tower of Pisa. Admire Pisa’s Romanesque Square of Miracles in all its striped marble glory. Next, head west to the shores of Monaco. Keep your eyes peeled as you drive along its glitzy boulevards before arriving in the glamorous French Riviera.
Day 22 Day 22: French Riviera Free Time
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 22: French Riviera Free Time

Oh là là! A full free day on the French Riviera. There’s no shame in spending the day sprawled out on a sun lounger with a cocktail. If you can pull yourself away from the sun, you’ll want to join a Choice Experience travelling along the mountains of the Middle Corniche to Saint-Paul-de-Vence home of the famed perfumery – Fragonard. Life is rather idyllic in this walled hill-town and, like some of its famous residents, you’ll want to linger here a little longer, but the sun-kissed promenades of Nice beckon. You never know who you might spot seated in those sleek Ferraris and private yachts!
Day 23 Day 23: French Riviera - Barcelona
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 23: French Riviera - Barcelona

The Mediterranean coastline stretches ahead. Keep your cameras at the ready as you drive along elegant boulevards and attempt to capture the sophistication that seems to ooze from every corner. Take a scenic right into Spain, pulling into in the eclectic city of Barcelona.
Day 24 Day 24: Barcelona Free Time
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 24: Barcelona Free Time

Get right to it with a locally guided tour along the Passeig de Gràcia to admire the stunning façades of Spanish Art Nouveau masterpieces created by renowned architects like Antoni Gaudí. Barcelona is a city brimming with photogenic landmarks, from the iconic La Sagrada Familia to the waterfront and the Columbus statue pointing towards the harbour - all will be revealed by your Local Guide. Later, tailor your Barcelona experience with a visit to Montserrat monastery, home to the revered Black Madonna. You could wander the lanes of the Gothic Quarter during your free time. Tonight, end your day on a high note, choose to see the whirling skirts and fiery passion of a flamenco show with dinner – this foot-tapping extravaganza is not to be missed!
Day 25 Day 25: Barcelona - Pamplona Sightseeing
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 25: Barcelona - Pamplona Sightseeing

Bid adios to Barcelona as you head west with the Pyrenees mountains protecting the northern plains of Spain. Tick off more landscapes winding your way through Catalonia’s vineyards, passing the city of Zaragoza as you cross the Ebro and the landscapes of Aragon to the delights of Pamplona. Sip a glass of something in one of the bars Hemingway drank in or choose to join an optional of Tapas and Sangria.
Day 26 Day 26: Pamplona - Biarritz - Bordeaux
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 26: Pamplona - Biarritz - Bordeaux

The beach is back on the agenda today, so get your hat and sunglasses ready for a trip to the glamorous seaside town of Biarritz on the Atlantic coast. Take your cue from the European royals who have been visiting this resort town since the 1800s and find your new favourite spot on a wicker chair in the sun. After a good dose of sun and sea, it’s back into the rolling countryside of Les Landes en route to Bordeaux.
Day 27 Day 27: Bordeaux - Tours - Paris
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 27: Bordeaux - Tours - Paris

Wind your way through the French countryside to Tours, the gateway to the Loire Valley. In its car-free centre you’ll discover a medieval heart, reflected in its timber-framed houses and Renaissance mansions. Your next stop is Paris, the French capital that doesn’t hold back and doesn’t expect you to either. Take a walk through its grand past, dynamic present and exciting future, from the maze of streets that once nurtured great artists in Montmartre to the Eiffel Tower. You could choose to join a cruise on the Seine, admiring the illuminated skyline at night.
Day 28 Day 28: Paris Sightseeing And Free Time
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 28: Paris Sightseeing And Free Time

The Parisians know a thing or two about food, fashion and fun, and the City of Light will always deliver. Dive right in, capturing your picture by the Eiffel Tower and the Arc de Triomphe and shopping on the Champs Élysées. Maybe join a Local Guide to feel like you’ve stepped in the movie Amelie exploring Montmartre’s winding streets of galleries and world-famous Artist’s Square. Or, see the city from Montparnasse’s Panoramic Observation Deck and stroll past the Latin Quarter’s bistros, boutiques and hidden squares. Tonight, the colourful Can-Can dancers entice you with their bold outfits in a Choice Experience cabaret show.
Day 29 Day 29: Depart Paris
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 29: Depart Paris

All good things must come to an end. This morning, after breakfast, say farewell to your fellow travellers.

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Itinerary of your trip European Discoverer (End Paris, 29 Days)

Day 1: Arrive Amsterdam

Day 2: Amsterdam Orientation And Free Time

Day 3: Amsterdam – Rhine Cruise – Rhineland

Day 4: Rhineland – Lucerne Region

Day 5: Lucerne Orientation And Free Time

Day 6: Lucerne – Venice (Mestre)

Day 7: Venice Orientation And Free Time

Day 8: Venice – Opatija - Plitvice

Day 9: Plitvice Lakes – Dubrovnik

Day 10: Dubrovnik Sightseeing And Free Time

Day 11: Dubrovnik – Kotor - Tirana

Day 12: Tirana Orientation

Day 13: Tirana - Kalambaka

Day 14: Kalambaka - Athens

Day 15: Athens

Day 16: Athens

Day 17: Athens

Day 18: Athens – Rome

Day 19: Rome Sightseeing And Free Time

Day 20: Rome - Florence

Day 21: Florence – Pisa - Monte Carlo - Nice

Day 22: French Riviera Free Time

Day 23: French Riviera - Barcelona

Day 24: Barcelona Free Time

Day 25: Barcelona - Pamplona Sightseeing

Day 26: Pamplona - Biarritz - Bordeaux

Day 27: Bordeaux - Tours - Paris

Day 28: Paris Sightseeing And Free Time

Day 29: Depart Paris

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