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18 - 35 Year Young Professionals and College Students
travel to tour Paris, Venice, Florence, Rome, Switzerland, Germany and Greece on Road to Athens
vacations
Overview
Anyone can fly direct to Athens but why fly over Europe
when you can take your time and explore the cities below at leisure? That's
exactly what the Road to Athens tour offers. Paris, Venice, Florence and Rome
with a little bit of Switzerland and Germany thrown in for good measure. Relax on
the Isle of Corfu in Greece before reaching your final destination and the
birthplace of democracy, Athens. Seems like a long way to go to end here, why not
take a cruise through the Greek Isles while you're in the
neighbourhood?
Itinerary Day 1 Depart for Europe Your exciting European trip begins. Day 2 Arrive London Check-in to your hotel after 2pm then enjoy the day exploring London. Tonight, meet your Tour Manager and fellow travellers for a pre-departure meeting. Day 3 London to Paris A warm welcome from your Contiki 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" and a first glimpse of the Eiffel Tower? (D) Day 4 Paris Visit a French perfume house and then take the opportunity to visit some of the most celebrated icons of Europe. The Louvre, Eiffel Tower, Nôtre Dame, Arc de Triomphe and the Champs Elysées all await your arrival! Tonight, why not complete your Parisian experience with a French meal and a famous cabaret? (B) Day 5 Paris to Lucerne Our path takes us toward the towering Alps and the vast serene lakes of Switzerland. Be charmed by medieval Lucerne with its Chapel Bridge and plentiful shopping opportunities. Maybe a cruise on Lake Lucerne to enhance your ultimate Swiss encounter? (B,D) Day 6 Lucerne to Munich We stop for lunch in the tiny Principality of Liechtenstein before crossing into Germany and Bavaria's lively capital Munich, home to the Oktoberfest. View sights such as the animated Glockenspiel, stroll through the shopping streets and maybe take the opportunity to experience the atmosphere of a local beerhall. (B,D) Day 7 Munich to Austrian Tyrol
Roll on through the Tyrol’s massive mountains to a cute Austrian village
in a region famous for adventure sports. Plunge into some white-water rafting in
an adrenalin-pumping optional activity on the river.With a night in an Austrian
Gasthof (guest inn), there’s time to do your own thing – laze about or get out
for a walk in the surrounding hills. Our resident crew will give you pointers on
the best stuff to do in the region and make sure you get everything out of your
time here. Hotel. (B,D)
Day 8 Austrian Tyrol
This morning, fill your lungs with clean mountain air, jump on a bike
and get into the region’s outdoor lifestyle with a fully guided optional tour
through the Tyrol’s picture perfect scenery, complete with waterfalls and
mountain fields. Work up an appetite – a BBQ lunch is
waiting for you at the end!With time to do your own thing, laze about or get out
for a walk in the surrounding hills. Catch up on some emails or postcards at the
inn or take a gondola up the mountainside for more spectacular views of the area.
For something different, pop into the local trout farm.For adrenaline-junkies, an
optional tandem paraglide will give you an awesome angle on the surrounding
alpine scenery.
Hotel. (B,D)
Day
9 Austrian Tyrol to Venice
Wind through the Bavarian Alps and Brenner Pass to Venice.Known as the
“floating city”, Venice is packed with character, crammed with hidden lanes and
linked by a network of canals. Hotel. (B,D)
Day 10 Venice Jump on our private boat and travel 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 Venice’s unique beauty and way of life.Learn about local artistry with a traditional glass blowing demonstration – a craft Venice has been famous for since the 13th century.Take some time to explore the floating city and lose yourself in the backstreets. There’s an optional walking tour where you can discover the labyrinth of interweaving lanes, waterways, palaces, piazzi and markets with our Local Guide. You’ll see historic monuments, hidden treasures and the Rialto Market – a local favourite for food shopping.Maybe grab a table on St Mark’s Square and eat some delicious Italian food al fresco.Cap off the day with an optional gondola ride with your friends. Take a bottle of prosecco (Italian champagne) and toast this awesome experience as you are punted through the waterways. Hotel (B) Day 11 Venice to
Florence Day
12 Florence Day 13 Florence to
Rome Day 14 Rome
Day 15 Rome to Corfu
Pass gritty Naples, see Mt Vesuvius and plunge into Pompeii’s well-preserved past in
an interesting optional excursion and retrace ancient history with our expert Local
Guide.Then there’s time to chill out on the coach, crossing through the rugged landscapes of
Southern Italy, before boarding the overnight ferry to Greece in Brindisi. Check out the
amazing 360 degree views from the deck! Adriatic Ferry. (B)
Day 16 & 17 Corfu
Corfu is all that’s great about Greek island living. 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. It will give you another angle
on idyllic Corfu. Work up an appetite swimming in the secluded spots and then feast on a
lunch of olives, salad, cheeses, fresh bread and dips – prepared with ingredients from
George’s back yard.Corfu also gives you the chance to dive into action with a selection of
water sports, like parasailing, banana-boating and waterskiing. Otherwise hire a car for a
deeper look into Corfu and venture across the island to explore some beautiful, remote
beaches. Day 16 - (B,D) Day 17 - (B)
Day 18 Corfu to
Athens
From Corfu, head to the mainland and travel to the impressive, man-made Corinth
Canal.Athens is next, a city crammed with myth and ancient wonders, and busy with modern,
urban soul. Wrap up the day on the shady slopes beneath the Acropolis, with an optional
dinner in the rustic district of Plaka, full of traditional tavernas spilling out onto the
pavements. Hotel. (B)
Day 19 Depart Athens
Step back in time in Europe’s oldest city to the birthplace of democracy. Get the run down on the
Parthenon and the Acropolis from our Local Guide, as you wander around the marble columns perched
above the city sprawl. Then we check out the first modern Olympic Stadium from the 1896 games.The
tour winds down in the heart of the city at Syntagma Square, home to the Greek parliament. Make the
most of a last look at the Parthenon before you farewell friends.(B)
Dates &
Prices You pick your payment amounts up to 45 days before departure. Secure your spot for just $200
Highlights
All these highlights along with city sightseeing are included in your tour price! Included
Accommodations
Optional Excursions
Paris
Lucerne
Venice
Florence
Rome
Pompeii
Corfu
Athens
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