European Wanderer (Winter)
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- See the Duomo, Basilica Santa Croce, Giotto’s Bell Tower, the Baptistery & Piazza della Signoria on a locally guided walking tour of Florence
- Learn about Florence's leather craft with a demonstration
- Take a traditional Motoscafo across the iconic lagoon to the island of Venice
- See the Bridge of Sighs, the Doge's Palace & St. Mark's Square
- See Venice's iconic canals & gondolas
- See the site of Checkpoint Charlie
- See the colourful East side Gallery and the iconic Berlin Wall
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Wandering around Europe winter style commences right now in London town. A few pleasantries and last minute snack grabs will take place before we hit the road in search of Paris.A few hours in and your jaws are already on the floor. These chalk cliffs that edge the En...
Rug up - complete with French beret - and hit the streets for croissants and coffee. Paris is your oyster (or snail) today - an open book with pages begging to be turned. Walk the endless galleries of the Louvre, admire high-end garb on the Left Bank, stopping for a b...
Enjoying the cozy vibes of a legitimate winter, we take things up a notch this morning and head to the Swiss Alps. The journey there will be a poem of scenic vineyards of the Burgandy region, and French countryside.Just when you think France is the most scenic place o...
When it's cold at home you just want to curl up in bed. But when it's cold in Europe, you just want to bounce out with endless vigor and explore those Swiss mountain chills. Start the day by opting to head up one of the famous mountain's of the region, for some of the...
Though we left France in body, part of our spirit stayed behind. Today we leave Lucerne to go pick it up, venturing to the country's second biggest city for 1-night of play before Spain.After rolling past the charming French countryside we grew very fond of, we'll pul...
It's Spain day today, and we are ready. Out of Lyon & through the Pyrénées mountains in search of Barcelona - that's today's plan of attack.Year-round and Monday to Sunday, Barcelona is a hive of festive activities. The Catalonian capital's energy will capture you...
Cobbled lanes of the Gothic Quarter, strolling the famous La Rambla, dotted with wild Spanish architecture will season our day to perfection on our walking tour this morning as your guide uncovers the in's and out's of the city. There's plenty of free time to roam fre...
As smitten as we are by Barcelona, we have more of Europe to conquer. Much, much more...You're not a real celebrity until you've frolicked on the French Riviera. And who are we to keep you off the A-List? Sapphire waters & endless glamour and colourful buildings o...
Fragonard Perfumery in the French Riviera, now there's a place to check out! And stock up on perfume, obviously. Especially given the greatly discounted prices and authenticity of buying in France. What else? Grab roller blades or a bike and jet down the promenade, or...
Today we say our farewells to the French Riviera and take our first jaunt into Italy. Pizza, pasta, & charming locals are about to warm us from the inside out.As if we were going to head straight to Florence without a sneaky side trip to the Leaning Tower of Pisa....
Today will be split nicely between two of Italy's best cities, with Rome on our afternoon to-do list. Frolicking around Florence will mark our morning, with our local guide taking us behind the scenes & revealing the city's cultural beginnings. All the big sights ...
You could explore one of the world's greatest icons this morning, and walk in the footsteps of gladiators, it's hard to believe these sights still exist, and when in Rome of couse! If an unveiling of the Colosseum isn't your jam, make the day your own and do all the q...
Today we bid a reluctant ‘Arrivederci’ to Rome and travel across the top of Italy’s ‘boot’, headed for Venice, famed city of canals.We’ll stop off along the way for free time and lunch in Padua, a city with history and hipster all rolled into one. Padua university was...
Wakey wakey wanderlusters! The less you sleep, the more time you have perusing the prettiness of Venice, and it's yours for the entirety of this glorious Italian day. We'll be jumping aboard our own private boat and hitting the canals en route to the historical heart ...
Satisfied with all the good vibes Venice has delivered, we will move on to Vienna, leaving Italy in exchange for the Austrian capital.Wooden chalets and green mountains occupy our Sound of Music drive through the Dolomites. On arrival in Vienna we will be greeted by a...
Let's make one thing very clear: if you want to make your whole day about full-bodied Viennese coffee & warm apple strudel with whipped cream, we're not going to judge. Those who can drag themselves away from this heavenly situation can take in the Schönbrunn Pala...
Vielen dank, Vienna! We are officially in love with everything you are. We'd stay for another strudel but we've heard about the beer culture in Munich and we're a little bit intrigued...Before we arrive in mighty Munich, we make a sobering stop at Mauthausen Concentra...
Although we're checking out of Munich today, this is not the last Germany has seen of us. We will reunite with this fine country after a gratifying stint in the city of Prague.The capital of the Czech Republic is fast becoming one of the hottest spots on the European ...
Wake up and throw on your winter woolies asap - you're in the midst of a UNESCO World Heritage city and its begging you to come out and play. Stumble down pretty lanes and into romantic courtyards, or take to the shops for some traditional bohemian treasures. Tonight, go in search of dumplings, goulash and famous Czech beer.
Pack your bags and say your sincere thanks to the Czech Republic for being such a lovely host. As promised, we're heading back to Germany for a bout in Berlin.A drive from Prague to Berlin would not be complete without stopping in Dresden. Destroyed by World War II, t...
Big night or not, you're going to need to drag that backside out of bed - Berlin deserves your attention. Check out the East Side Gallery with its graffiti art as you learn about the divide of the east and west of the city, stopping for some essential photos en route....
It's time to hit the original fast-track of the autobahn and make our way out of Germany. We have one last city to tick off & it's a particularly special one...Weaving through Dutch countryside we find ourselves in the famously eclectic capital of Amsterdam. Waste...
Opportunities in Amsterdam are infinite and the day is yours to explore one of the world’s most unique cities.The final night on our trip together means a chance to join a farewell dinner at the beautiful fishing village of Volendam and an opportunity to cruise the famous canals and revel under the city lights.
Down your breakfast and wipe away your tears - this is always the worst day of the trip. Just remember, we have hundreds of other trips across the globe to keep your wanderlust alive. Hitch a ride with us back to London or we can drop you to Schiphol Airport by about 10am. What a 24-days it's been!Cross off another country off your list as you cruise through Belgium on your way to Amsterdam.
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