Accommodation Character 3 Star Hotels
Tour Code HTDE
Tour Duration 26
Group Size Average 35
Style EuroHotel - Twin Share Character Hotels
Starting Option: Join your trip in London or Paris - just let us know!
Highlights: Loire Valley in France, trendy Barcelona & lovely Ljubljana
Select Another Date Range May 07 - Oct 07
Package 26 Day Discover Europe (Twin)

Day 1- 2 Paris France
Ditch the tweed and tea of the UK - and brace yourself for berets and baguettes as we head for stylish and chic Paris. So many famous sights - see them all on our city driving tour. Dine like a Parisian on frog legs and snails and then get to know the city on our night light tour. The next day is yours, free to explore the streets and cafes. How about cycling around the city before living it up at our champagne picnic under the shadow of the Eiffel Tower - c'est manifique!
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Day 3 Bordeaux France
You'll fall in love with the charming Loire Valley - the enchanting 16th century Chambord Chateau, famous cathedrals and the medieval town of Blois all await. Step back in time strolling the cobble-stoned streets and marvel at the medieval achitecture. In the afternoon we travel on to Bordeaux and its famous vineyards.
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Day 4 Carcassonne France
Build up your thirst today travelling through the famous Bordeaux wine region, stopping to sample the nectar of gods. Then it's on to the historic walled city of Carcassonne. Our walking tour will show you some of the 3km of battlements that make up its medieval walls. Visits to the the 12th century castle and the spectacular 11th century Basilica of Saint-Nazaire are also a must.
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Day 5 - 6 Barcelona Spain
Off-beat artists and funky architecture - Barcelona is a feast for the eyes. Cool people, cool shopping and red-hot nightlife, Barcelona has it all! Browse the local markets and do some serious people watching along Avenue Las Ramblas. Tonight get the pulses racing at a breath-taking flamenco dance show. Ole!
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Day 7 - 8 Riviera France/Monaco
Get ready for serious celebrity spotting along the famous French Riviera. Stroll the streets or swan around with the rich and famous - just beware of the paparazzi! Play your cards right later in the evening at the gaming tables of Monaco and you just might get to stay forever!
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Day 9 Florence Italy
Get the famous snap holding up the Leaning Tower of Pisa before continuing on to Florence. Art lovers will be in heaven seeing the beautiful and historic sights on our walking tour of this magical Renaissance city. The traditional Florentine gold, silver and leather shops are also really worth a visit.
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Day 10 - 11 Rome Italy/Vatican City
Today we travel to one of the most historic cities in the world - Rome. Visit many of the oldest sights on our walking tour, including the Trevi Fountain - spare some coins to toss and your wishes may all come true! Tonight roll home after a night of red wine, pizzas and pastas - belissimo!
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Day 12 - 13 Venice Italy
Today we stage our scene in fair Verona, home of Romeo and Juliet, before heading on to the amazing city of canals, Venice. Why not relax in a romantic gondola and admire the palatial buildings? There's plenty of free time to absorb the unique splendour of this amazing city.
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Day 14 Ljubljana Slovenia
Onwards today to one of the largest and most stunning cave systems in Europe, the Postojna Caves in Slovenia. Travel by train through 27 kilometres of intricate underground galleries and chambers for a story to tell. This afternoon it's on to Ljubljana. Prepare to step back in time amongst ancient sights, but you'll soon be snapped back to reality thanks to the cool, modern vibe of this great city. Stroll the streets and the sidewalk cafes and soak up the atmosphere.
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Day 15 - 16 Budapest Hungary
On to the twin city of Buda and Pest situated on the banks of the mighty River Danube. This city is fascinating so start exploring. Perhaps a visit to Statute Park to get a glimpse of life behind the Iron Curtain, or explore the amazing underground labyrinth which even has a fountain producing wine. You can even watch a game of chess being played in an outdoor bath right behind the National Monument.
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Day 17 Vienna Austria
Today we head to Vienna. You can leave your iPoids behind as Vienna is a musical gold mine - from the Vienna Boys' Choir to Viennese concerts in spectacular palaces - this city proves that classical can be cool!
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Day 18/19 Prague Czech Republic
Today the charming city of Prague awaits. Fabulous shopping, cool cultural shows, mouth watering food and amazing sights are all in store - just go easy on the absinthe! The next day is yours to explore the city at your leisure and soak up the buzzing atmosphere. Tonight it's time to get amongst the Eastern European action mingling with the locals at one of Prague's beer halls. If you're in the mood for some faster paced fun then head to the largest club in Eastern Europe - five floors of pumping music!
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Day 20 Munich Germany
Beer halls and roasted pork knuckles - yes it's Munich! Explore this picture book town on our walking tour and take in the magical sights before cutting loose tonight in the beer halls - those stein double up as a pretty good biceps work out!
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Day 21/22 Lucerne Switzerland
Relax and take in the breathtaking scenery as we travel through the spectacular Austrian and Swiss Alps to stunning Lucerne, stopping at Vaduz in Liechtenstein on the way. You're in for a treat as we head to our mountaintop hideaway on Mt Rigi via the oldest cog railway in Europe. Kick back watching the sun set over the Swiss Alps and get stuck into traditional Swiss Fondue. In the morning head into Lucerne by cable car and boat. Window shop in the exclusive Swiss boutiques or just wander the quaint streets of this delightful city taking in the sights on our highlight tour, before returning to Mt Rigi by boat at your own leisure.
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Day 23 Rhine Valley Germany
It's not all beer steins and sausages in Germany! Today discover the beauty of this country travelling through the amazing Rhine Valley where we stay near the romantic town of St Goar.
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Day 24 - 25 Amsterdam Netherlands
Your head will spin with delight in old Amsterdam! Enjoy the relaxed vibe of the city and discover historic and cultural treasures all around. And if you think it's all about windmills, tulips and clogs check out the infamous Red Light District! Anyone fancy a tour through the famous Heineken Brewery? Sure to put a smile on the faces of the lads!
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SIGHTSEEING CHECKLIST:
PARIS: City tour seeing the Place de la Concorde, Champs Elysees, Eiffel Tower, Arc de Triomphe, Notre Dame Cathedral, Louvre, Montmartre and Sacre Coeur. LOIRE VALLEY: Drive through the scenic region of Frnmace and see Chambord Chateau. CARCASSONE: Walking tour through this medieval walled city. BARCELONA: City tour seeing the Columbus Monument, Sagrada Familia - Gaudi's spectacular cathedral, Montjuic (site of the 1992 Olympics), Pueblo Espanol, and Las Ramblas markets. FRENCH RIVIERA: Visit a perfumery, stroll along the Promenade des Anglais in Nice. MONACO: See the Royal Palace and visit a casino. PISA: See the Leaning Tower, Baptistery and the Cathedral. FLORENCE: Walking tour with local Italian guide seeing the Uffizi Gallery, Duomo Cathedral, Ponte Vecchio, Santa Croce Basilica plus a traditional lace making demonstration. ROME: Walking tour seeing the Spanish Steps, Trevi Fountain, Piazza Navona, the Ancient Forum, Victor Emmanuel Monument and the Colosseum VATICAN CITY: See the Vatican and St Peters Basilica. VERONA: See the ancient Roman Forum and Juliet's balcony. VENICE: Motorboat trip via the Grand Canal and a walking tour seeing St Mark's Square, Basilica, the Bridge of Sighs, Doges Palace, the Campanile, the Rialto Bridge plus a traditional lace making demonstration. LJUBLJANA: Walking tour seeing the National Gallery, the Square of the Three Bridges, the Baroque City Hall and the Roman Ruins. BUDAPEST: Orientation tour of the twin city of Buda and Pest seeing the Liberation Monument, Roosevelt Square, Chain Bridge, Castle District and Fisherman's Bastion. VIENNA: City tour seeing the Opera House, St Stephens Cathedral and Hofburg Palace. PRAGUE: Walking tour seeing Hradcany Castle, Charles Bridge, Old Town Square, and Wencelas Square. MUNICH: Walking tour seeing the Old Town Hall, Church of Our Lady and the famous Glockenspiel in the Marienplatz. LUCERNE: Walking tour seeing the famous Lion Monument, Chapel Bridge, Glacier Gardens and Hopfkirche. RHINE VALLEY: Visit the village of St Goar and see how beer steins are made. AMSTERDAM: Bicycle tour of the Dutch countryside plus a walking tour seeing Dam Square and the Royal Palace. See a Dutch cheese making demonstration and discover the ancient art of clog making.

Day 26 London England
It's never too early in the day for luxury Belgian chocolates and Belgian beers - this morning we hit the quaint city of Brugge! Take in the Belgian and French countryside as we head onwards arriving back in London early evening - so many new found friends and life long memories - but all good things must come to an end!
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