Best Single Travel - 18 - 35 Year old College students, singles and young professionals Europe Easy Rider Vacation

Easy Rider - Europe Camping 34 Days Vacation for 18 - 35 Year Old College Students and Young Professionals

Overview

The 32 day Europe Camping tour covers everywhere you absolutely HAVE to go in Western Europe and more! The only tour to stay in Pamplona where the famous Running of the Bulls occurs, stop in Sorrento on the picturesque Amalfi Coast AND spend four nights on the Greek island of Corfu. Pitching your tent and helping out with meals in such scenic locations will make your weekend camping trips seem almost second rate in comparison.

Itinerary

Day 1 Depart for Europe
Your exciting European trip begins.

Day 2 Arrive London
Check-in to your hotel after 2pm and the remainder of the day is free to relax before meeting your fellow travellers at 6pm. After dinner take a short walk to explore nearby Covent Garden.

Day 3 London to Paris
Meet up with your fellow travellers as you start your 32 day adventure. Your Tour Manager knows all the ins and outs of where you’re going and your tour’s own Cook will make sure you get big portions of tasty meals, made from fresh, local produce.
Then we hit the road and take a ferry past the White Cliffs of Dover. We travel via World War 1 battle fields in the Valley of the Somme to Paris.
If you’re adventurous, get right into French culture when you arrive at the campsite. Your Contiki Cook will prepare authentic escargots (snails) for the group. It’s a perfect opportunity to try out this national delicacy.
You’ll also get to toast the start of your tour together in style with our special “Taste of France” welcome. Your Crew will serve champagne and local cheeses before we kick star Paris with the “Tour of Illuminations”, where the French capital transforms into the ‘City of Lights’. Lamp-lit bridges and cool little cafes give us a real taste of Paris’ romance. Your Tour Manager will fill you in on the world’s most recognised monuments, like the Arc de Triomphe and Eiffel Tower.
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Day 4 and 5 Paris
This town is loaded with possibilities. Discover its many bistros, museums, tree-lined avenues and diverse quartiers (neighbourhoods).
Get a feel for French flair by window shopping on the Left Bank, step into the Notre Dame cathedral or explore the endless galleries of the Louvre and get up close to the famous Mona Lisa. Try indulging in some delicious pastries and relax in one of Paris’ many green spaces.
Time in Paris includes a trip out to France’s most well-known chateau: Versailles, once home to the Sun King, Louis 14th and hot spot of the French Revolution. Check out the impressive exterior of this extravagant palace. Then there’s an opportunity to explore the former royal family’s luxurious living quarters.
Treat yourself to a real Parisian night out, starting with an optional dinner in an atmospheric restaruant, where you can get to know your group. Then sign up for an authentic cabaret experience, complete with can-can girls and champagne
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Day 6 Paris to St. Emilion
Cut through the stunning Loire Valley, where you’ll get a look into France’s luxurious past from the coach window, as we travel past rolling vineyards and chateaus.
Then, discover the world-famous Bordeaux region and the UNESCO World Heritage listed St Emilion, with its fortified medieval city. There’s a wine tasting at a working winery, where a local expert will teach you about Bordeaux wines as you swirl and sip on wines made in the area for centuries.(B,D)

Day 7 St. Emilion to Pamplona
Southbound, we make a stop at the stylish beach resort of Biarritz, known for some of the best beaches and surf in Europe. You’ll soon understand why it draws a mix of jetsetters and backpackers.
Jump in the Atlantic Ocean to cool off or flex your shopping skills in town. Biarritz serves up the big labels, surfer chic, locally made linens and regional produce, like hams and salamis.
Pull into Pamplona, home to the extreme festival of the Running of the Bulls. Discover the well-preserved old town and its incredible gothic cathedral. Explore Basque culture by tasting regional specialities like barbequed lamb, fresh trout and red peppers
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Day 8 Pamplona to Barcelona
First stop: Mt Juic. The hilltop has a full-blown vista of the city and it’s where we’ll stop to check out the 1992 Olympic Games complex. Then get a look into the wild imagination of the famous Spanish architect Gaudi with the art nouveau masterpiece and UNESCO World Heritage work of the Sagrada Familia cathedral.
In Spain fiesta time starts late, so settle yourself in at one of Barcelona’s many outdoor squares to enjoy a sangria and nibble on tapas (plate sized nibbles) before a fun night out exploring the city’s nightlife with your new friends
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Day 9 Barcelona
This morning your Tour Manager walks you through the cobbled lanes of Barcelona’s oldest district, the Gothic Quarter.
Then there’s time to discover more of Barcelona’s creative core. Pick up some quirky buys in the side streets or hit the big label shops on Plaça de Catalunya. Take in all of Barcelona’s buzzing street life on the tree-lined La Rambla – a boulevard packed with street performers, artists, shops and stalls.
Wrap up your time in this hot city with an optional Flamenco dance show for a closer look into Spanish culture. (B)

Day 10 Barcelona to French Riviera
Unwind on the coach and take in the rustic beauty of Provence, known for its pretty landscapes of lavender, sunflowers and wild herbs. A stop for lunch in Arles means a look at the ancient Roman Arena and at a typical provincial French town.
It’s back on the road to the rugged coast line of the stunning Cote d’Azur.
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Day 11 French Riviera
Next stop on the Riviera and home to the French perfume industry is Fragonard Perfumery.In your free time live a bit of the lifestyle with a visit to the local markets.Tonight get a taste of the high life in Monaco, the glamorous principality packed into just 1.92km2 and home to the Formula 1. Get the inside story on the royal family and their place of residence from your Tour Manager. Try your luck at a casino later on. (B,D)

Day 12 French Riviera to Florence
Heading to Renaissance Florence, we stop by Pisa and get up close to the famous Leaning Tower. The scene-stealing Duomo cathedral rises above Florence, which serves up frescoes, markets and priceless art. After dinner, walk along the River Arno with your Tour Manager, take in the atmosphere and head into the heart of Florence, where you can sit back and relax Tuscan style with a glass of Chianti wine.
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Day 13 Florence
Today we drive through the Tuscan countryside to see the Leaning Tower of Pisa. Then, we make our way to Rome where our included sightseeing tour is the perfect introduction to the Eternal City. Do as the Romans do and stroll past the Trevi Fountain, the Pantheon and Piazza Navona. Take time to discover Roman cuisine in a trattoria for a delicious meal with some local wine. (B)

Day 14 Florence to Rome
Travel through Tuscany’s rustic hills, past the recognisable cypress tree landscapes of this olive-oil producing region, to vibrant Rome. Stylish Rome oozes energy and overflows with relics from another age. Our special access coach tour gets you right into the thriving atmosphere of this living timeline as your Tour Manager shows you the Colosseum and Piazza Venzia. Continue on foot to check out the Pantheon and Piazza Navona. (B)

Day 15 and16 Rome
Check-out the smallest country in the world and home to the Pope, the Vatican City. Take off into the city and absorb the atmosphere, as vespas flash past timeworn monuments that are surrounded by fountains, pizzerias, cafes and bars. Before you hit the shops, let your Tour Manager point you in the right direction with some tips on the best buys. (B,D)(B,D)

Day 17 Rome to Sorrento
Soak up the views and head off with some friends into the cute, white-washed villages where you could try out the region’s sweet lemon liqueur, limoncello. Set on sheer slopes, Sorrento doles up sweeping views over the Bay of Naples. There’s free time tonight to explore Sorrento’s web of narrow streets Find a little local restaurant where you can eat Italian style, right in the heart of this knock-out location. (B)

Day 18 Sorrento to Corfu
Plunge into Pompeii’s well-preserved past in an interesting optional excursion and retrace ancient history. (B)

Day 19 - 22 Corfu
You’ll immediately find yourself on “local time”, browsing the markets of the UNESCO World Heritage listed old town and bargaining with the laid-back locals. Jump on board George’s boat optional with a bunch friends for a fun day out on the water. Otherwise hire a car for a deeper look into Corfu and venture across the island to explore some beautiful, remote beaches. (B,D)(B,D)(B,D)(B)

Day 23 Corfu to Italy
Today we cruise across the Adriatic Sea to Venice. With a full day and night on board, you’ve got plenty of time to catch up on some sleep, kick back with a book or hang out with the group. (B)

Day 24 Arrive to Venice
Onwards to Verona, another UNESCO World Heritage site. Get romantic and stand under one of the world’s most famous shrines to love, Juliet’s balcony from Romeo and Juliet. (B,D)

Day 25 Venice
The group travels on our private boat through the waters of the lagoon to visit the city’s historical heart. The limestone Bridge of Sighs, the gothic arches of Doges’ Palace and the expanse of St Mark’s Square (pigeons and all!) show off Venice’s unique beauty and way of life. (B,D)

Day 26 Venice to Vienna
Chill out on the coach as we make our way through the mighty Dolomites and cruise pass typical Austrian villages, complete with wooden chalets and green mountain fields. Next stop is the cultural hub of Vienna. Tonight, we’ll head to the city’s famous amusement park,Prater Park, for a fun night of ferris wheels, ghost trains and over 200 attractions. (B)

Day 27 Vienna
Cruise down Kärtner Strasse, Vienna’s main shopping spot and buy some traditional ceramics and materials for gifts back home. There’s free time to check out the magnificent squares and majestic palaces or the city’s art galleries.(B,D)

Day 28 Vienna to Munich
Remember one of history’s darkest moments with a sobering stop at Mauthausen concentration camp. Learn more at the museum and walk through the remaining living quarters. Afterwards, it’s southbound to the home of the world-famous Oktoberfest, Munich – a city that blends traditional Bavarian culture and a modern lifestyle. Choose to get a taste of tradition at a typical beer hall in an optional excursion and park yourself at a long wooden table. (B)

Day 29 Munich to Swiss Alps
Today, travel past the stony cliffs of Liechtenstein, into the capital, Vaduz. Next stop: the jaw-droppingly beautiful alpine town of Lucerne. Tonight, we head to the alpine heights of Lauterbrunnen and stay in a typically Swiss region, complete with chalets. (B,D)

Day 30 Swiss Alps
It’s a change of pace among Switzerland’s massive alps. Take in the amazing views from the campsite. (B,D)

Day 31 Swiss Alps to Heidelberg
Over the border and into Germany, we head to the university town of Heidelberg. Tonight, get out and about and experience a bit of the local student lifestyle. (B)

Day 32 Heidelberg to Amsterdam
Next stop – the pretty, old-world village of St Goar, complete with fairy-tale castle and even a free-standing cuckoo clock! (B,D)

Day 33 Amsterdam
Kick start the morning with an optional bike ride and cruise into the countryside. There’s free time this afternoon to experience Amsterdam’s coffee shops, museums and quirky, cool boutiques. For your last night on tour, treat yourself to a feast at a rice table dinner with the group in a popular restaurant. (B)

Day 34 Amsterdam to London
After breakfast, there will be a transfer for you to Schipol Airport OR choose to take a complimentary transfer to central London with your Tour Manager and Driver and extend your stay. (B)

Highlights

All these highlights along with city sightseeing are included in your tour price!

Included

Paris
See the Eiffel Tower, Arc de Triomphe, the Louvre, the Champs Élysées, and Notre Dame Cathedral. See Château
Versailles (entrance not included) Paris illuminations night tour with French champagne, cheese & escargot
Bordeaux
Wine tasting in Bordeaux
Biarritz
See the lighthouse and bay
Pamplona
See the famous bull ring
Barcelona
See Gaudi's Art Nouveau Cathedral & the 1992 Olympic Games complexWalk through the Gothic Quarter
Provence
Visit the historic city of Arles
French Riviera
Visit a French PerfumeryScenic drive along the Cote d'AzurVisit Monaco & see the Royal PalaceVisit a Monte Carlo
casino
Pisa
See the Leaning Tower
Florence
Walking tour with a local guideSee the Duomo, Basilica Santa Croce, Giotto's Bell Tower, the Baptistry & Piazza della
Signoria. Florentine leather craft demonstration
Rome
See Piazza Venezia, Trevi Fountain, Pantheon, Piazza Navona, Colosseum & Roman Forum Special access Rome
sightseeing coach tour
Vatican City
See St. Peter's Basilica
Capri
Visit the Isle of Capri Day trip by boat to the Isle of Capri
Corfu
Visit the old town
Venice
Private motorboat to the historic islandsSee the Bridge of Sighs, the Doges' Palace & St. Mark's SquareMurano glass-
blowing & Burano lace-making demonstrations Private boat to the islands of Venice
Vienna
See Schönbrunn Palace, St. Stephen's Cathedral & the State Opera HouseScenic drive along the historic Ring Road
Mauthausen
Visit the concentration camp
Munich
See the Glockenspiel & Marienplatz
Liechtenstein
Visit the capital Vaduz
Lucerne
See the Wooden Chapel BridgeScenic drive through the Alps
Heidelberg
See the medieval castle
Rhine Valley
Scenic drive along the Rhine RiverVisit the riverside town St. Goar
Amsterdam
See the canals, gable houses and city by nightVisit a cheese farm & clog maker's house
Europe
3 experienced crew & onsite Reps

Important Trip Details

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