European Contrasts Trips for Young Professionals and Students

Arrive London Day 2
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.

London to Paris Day 3  18-35 Village (D)
A warm welcome from your Crew as we head for the White Cliffs of Dover and the Channel crossing to France. We drive past World War I battlefields to the splendour of Paris. What better way to begin than with an evening tour of the "City Of Lights"?

Paris Day 4  18-35 Village (B)
Today's sightseeing includes some of the most celebrated icons of Europe. Perhaps take the opportunity to visit the Louvre, Eiffel Tower, Notre Dame, Arc de Triomphe or the Champs Elysées. Tonight, why not complete your Parisian experience with a French meal and a famous Parisian cabaret?

Paris to Beaujolais Wine Region Day 5  Special Stopover (B,D)
Today's journey leads us to the 18-35 exclusive Château de Cruix nestled in the Beaujolais vineyards near Lyon.

Beaujolais Wine Region Day 6  Special Stopover (B,PL,D)
This morning explore the French countryside and enjoy your included picnic lunch. In the afternoon relax and soak up the idyllic atmosphere of rural France.

Beaujolais Wine Region to French Riviera Day 7  18-35 Village (B,D)
We continue south to the fabulous Cóte d'Azur via the Autoroute de Soleil. Tonight we visit Monaco! View the Royal Palace and take the opportunity to try your luck at the casinos of Monte Carlo.

French Riviera Day 8  18-35 Village (B,D)
It's your choice today - perhaps mix with the rich and famous on the beach at Cannes or take a trip into Nice to shop for souvenirs and explore this "Queen of the Riviera".

French Riviera to Florence Day 9  18-35 Village (B,D)
We visit a French perfumery before continuing to Pisa, home of the Leaning Tower. From here it's a short journey to the most spectacular of Renaissance cities, Florence.

Florence Day 10  18-35 Village (B)
Your day includes a walking tour seeing the Piazza della Signoria, the Duomo and Santa Croce, and a chance to shop for leather, gold and silver. In your free time maybe visit one of the city's many museums and this evening enjoy the colourful Florentine nightlife.

Florence to Rome Day 11  18-35 Village (B)
All roads lead to Rome where our included sightseeing tour is the perfect introduction to the Eternal City. This afternoon why not discover this city of Gladiators with a local guide? Then, do as the Romans do and stroll past the Trevi Fountain, the amazing Pantheon, and Piazza Navona.

Rome Day 12  18-35 Village (B,D)
Once at the centre of the powerful Roman Empire this city, steeped in centuries of ancient history, awaits your discovery. The Colosseum, Imperial Forum and the treasures of the Vatican City make for a day of serious sightseeing.

Rome to Corfu Day 13  Adriatic Ferry (B)
A chance to take a guided tour of the ancient city of Pompeii as we travel across Italy to board our overnight ferry to Greece.

Corfu Day 14 -16  Hotel (B,D)(B)(B,D)
Three sun-filled days on the beautiful Greek island of Corfu. Windsurf, waterski, parasail, swim or just soak up the sun. Get off the beaten track in an open-top 4-wheel drive jeep or cruise along the coast. At night an opportunity to enjoy the local cuisine and try your hand (or feet) at Greek dancing.

Corfu to Italy Day 17  Adriatic Ferry (B)
A full day and night cruise across the Adriatic back to Italy. Relax and enjoy the boat's facilities.

Arrive Venice Day 18  18-35 Village (B,D)
Our spectacular morning arrival into the Port of Venice is one of Europe's most impressive sights. After docking, we make our way to Verona, home of Romeo and Juliet. A warm welcome awaits us tonight at 18-35 Venice Village.

Venice Day 19  18-35 Village (B,D)
A short boat ride takes us into the historical centre of Venice to see St. Mark's Square, the Doges' Palace, and the Bridge of Sighs. See glass and lace making demonstrations and why not treat yourself to a gondola ride?

Venice to Vienna Day 20  Hostel (B)
An enchanting drive as we waltz into the home of Mozart and Strauss to see the splendours of the once mighty Austrian Empire. Classical music to heighten your senses tonight?

Vienna Day 21  Hostel (B)
On our sightseeing tour see the fabulous Palace of the Hapsburgs, the State Opera House and fashionable Kärntnerstrasse. In your free time try authentic apple strudel and Viennese coffee. Later why not sample some local schnaps and a traditional Viennese meal?

Vienna to Prague Day 22  Hostel (B,D)
Stop at the World Heritage town Ceský Krumlov before arriving in the Czech capital Prague.

Prague Day 23 Hostel (B)(B)
Two free days to discover the labyrinth of streets in the old town, the medieval castle district and the Charles Bridge, the most photographed bridge in Prague.

Prague to Munich Day 24  Hostel (B)
On to Bavaria's lively capital Munich, home to the Oktoberfest. This afternoon an orientation tour including the Glockenspiel and Marienplatz. Maybe join us this evening at one of the city's traditional Beer Halls. 

Day 25 Munich Hostel (B) Use your free time to discover more of Munich. Give an optional bike tour a go and get off the beaten track and onto Munich’s side streets with our Local Guide.Otherwise head back to the old town and hunt around the little shops on the pedestrian-only lanes or for a change of scene, head to the university area. With shaded streets, buzzing pavement cafes and cute bookstores, it’s a great way to spend a chilled-out afternoon.

Munich to Swiss Alps Day 26  18-35 Special Stopover (B,D)
We stop for lunch in Vaduz, the capital of Liechtenstein. Enjoy time to shop and see the sights in Lucerne before reaching our idyllic stop in the Swiss Alps.

Swiss Alps Day 27  18-35 Special Stopover (B,D)
A spectacular day where you can choose to hike the many trails or maybe enjoy a trip up the snow-covered Jungfrau mountain on a cog railway that passes through the Eiger mountain!

Swiss Alps to Rhine Valley Day 28  Hotel (B,D)
Heading north we re-enter Germany and visit the university town of Heidelberg on the banks of the Neckar River. Tonight we stay in the picturesque Rhine Valley after seeing the famous Lorelei and hearing how German beersteins are crafted in St. Goar.

Rhine Valley to Amsterdam Day 29  Hotel (B,D)
We cross the Dutch border and make our way towards Amsterdam. Visit a cheese farm and see how clogs are made. Cycle through the countryside and the village of Edam and enjoy the famous Amsterdam nightlife.

Amsterdam Day 30  Hotel (B)
This morning why not take a canal bike ride to further explore Amsterdam? In your free time perhaps visit famous sights such as Anne Frank's House or the Van Gogh Museum. Tonight we celebrate our last evening together.

Amsterdam to London Day 31 (B)
After breakfast, there will be a transfer for you to Schipol Airport (estimated arrival at 10:00 am) OR choose to take a complimentary transfer to central London with your Tour Manager and Driver and extend your stay

Dates & Prices

Highlights  

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

Paris - Evening Tour of Illuminations; See the Eiffel Tower, Arc de Triomphe, the Louvre, the Champs Élysées, and Notre Dame Cathedral; See Château Fontainebleau

Beaujolais - Wine Tasting; French picnic lunch

French Riviera - Scenic Drive along the Riviera coast; Visit Monaco & see the Royal Palace; Visit a Monte Carlo casino; Visit a French Perfumery

Pisa - See the Leaning Tower

Florence - Walking tour with a local guide; See 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

Vatican City - See St Peter's Basilica

Venice - Private motorboat to the historic islands; See Piazza San Marco, Bridge of Sighs and the Doges' Palace; Murano glass-blowing & Burano lace-making demonstrations

Vienna - See Schönbrunn Palace, St. Stephen's Cathedral & the State Opera House; Scenic drive along the historic Ring Road

Cesky Krumlov - Visit the medieval town

Prague - See Hradcany Castle, the Cathedral of St. Vitus, Charles Bridge and Wenceslas Square

Munich - See the Glockenspiel & Manienplatz

Liechtenstein - Visit the capital Vaduz

Lucerne - See the Wooden Chapel Bridge; Scenic Alpine drive

Heidelberg - See the medieval castle

Rhine Valley - Scenic drive along the Rhine River; Visit the riverside town St Goar

Amsterdam - See the canals, gable houses and city by night; Bicycle tour of the Dutch countryside; Visit a cheese farm & clog maker's house; Visit a fishing and cheese village

Transportion & Acommodations

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