European Supreme Preview 2018

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It's the A to Z of Europe. Thirteen countries - centuries of culture and history, mesmerising natural landscapes and a feast of flavours on one journey of discovery. From the architecture of Amsterdam to the medieval monuments of Germany, Austria and Bulgaria. Explore myths and legends in Greece, ancient history in Italy and the glittering capitals of Paris, ...

Overview

Trip type
Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Easy

Highlights

    • City tour in Vienna, Budapest, Belgrade, Sofia, Delphi, Athens, Assisi, Pompeii, Rome, Florence and Paris
    • Orientation of Amsterdam, Heidelberg, Munich,Kalambaka, Innsbruck, Venice and Lucerne
    • Visit the Fisherman's Bastion in Budapest, Temple of Apollo in Delphi, Acropolis in Athens, Excavations in Pompeii, the Sistine Chapel, Colosseum and St. Peter's Basilica in Rome and Eiffel Tower in Paris
    • Cruise along the River Rhine
    • View the White Cliffs of Dover, the battle site of Thermopylae and the Abbey at Monte Cassino
    • See the Lorelei Rock, the Vineyards of Burgundy and Basilica of St. Francis in Assisi
    • City tour in London, Vienna, Budapest, Belgrade, Sofia, Delphi, Athens, Assisi, Pompeii, Rome, Florence and Paris

What's this trip about?

    It's the A to Z of Europe. Thirteen countries - centuries of culture and history, mesmerising natural landscapes and a feast of flavours on one journey of discovery. From the architecture of Amsterdam to the medieval monuments of Germany, Austria and Bulgaria. Explore myths and legends in Greece, ancient history in Italy and the glittering capitals of Paris, Vienna and Budapest. Please note: All Preview 2018 itineraries are subject to change. Booked guests will be contacted about any changes to their trip upon the release of the 2018 Europe & Britain brochure.

Details

Itinerary focusOperator does not provide
Group sizeStandard Group - 25 + people
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportAll internal ground transport included
Start CityLondon
End CityParis

Travel Themes

  • 50 plus
  • Cultural
  • Family Friendly

Destinations

  • Europe
  • Austria
  • Switzerland
  • Germany
  • France
  • Netherlands
  • Bulgaria
  • Hungary
  • Greece
  • Italy
  • Serbia

Attractions

  • Assisi
  • Belgrade
  • Budapest
  • Innsbruck
  • Lucerne
  • Munich
  • Rome
  • Venice
  • Vienna

Activities

  • Culture
  • Historic sightseeing

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Itinerary

Day 1: Arrive London (2 Nights)

Welcome to London. After check-in, take a leisurely stroll through the city or relax and look forward to your wonderful adventure.

Day 2: London Sightseeing

See a host of major attractions during your morning sightseeing tour with your Local Specialist. Spend the afternoon exploring on your own or shopping.Full Breakfast

Day 3: London – Amsterdam (2 Nights)

This morning meet your Travel Director before leaving London. See the White Cliffs of Dover as you board your ferry to cross the English Channel to France and then continue on to Amsterdam. This evening join your fellow travellers and Travel Director for a Welcome Reception cruise along the city's scenic canals.Full Breakfast, Welcome Reception

Day 4: Amsterdam Orientation

Amsterdam boasts art, architecture, canals, museums, bicycles and charming side streets. Enjoy an orientation of the historic city centre. Visit a diamond polishing factory for a Cultural Insight to see the diamond cutters at work. Travel to Volendam for a Cultural Insight into the making of wooden clogs and Dutch cheese.Buffet Breakfast

Day 5: Amsterdam – Rhine Cruise – Heidelberg – Mannheim

Arrive at Boppard for a cruise along the Rhine. Stop in Heidelberg and admire the magnificent sandstone castle overlooking the scenic River Neckar. Dine tonight at your hotel.Buffet Breakfast, Dinner

Day 6: Mannheim – Munich – Innsbruck

Crossing the Swabian Alps arrive in Munich, the capital of Bavaria. See the Hofbrauhaus, the splendid Marienplatz and the City Hall. A short drive through spectacular scenery and across the Austrian border brings you to Innsbruck. Your introductory orientation tour in...

Day 7: Innsbruck – Venice (2 Nights)

Cross the Alps to Italy via the Brenner Pass en route to Venice − Queen of the Adriatic. This evening join your companions for a Regional Meal at a local restaurant.Buffet Breakfast, Regional Meal

Day 8: Venice Orientation

Cruise by private launch to St. Mark's Square and hear the unique history of this beautiful Byzantine city. See the famous Bridge of Sighs and the ornate Doge's Palace. Gain a Cultural Insight into Venetian glassblowing at a traditional workshop. Spend the afternoon discovering more of this unique city.Buffet Breakfast

Day 9: Venice – Vienna (2 Nights)

Journey through Veneto, over the Austrian border, cross the Styrian Alps and past the Austrian Lake District before arriving to the imperial city of Vienna. Perhaps consider a traditional Austrian evening Optional Experience complete with a dinner as well as entertainment.Buffet Breakfast

Day 10: Vienna Sightseeing

From the Parliament building to the Hofburg, the State Opera House to St. Stephen's Cathedral, admire the city's imperial elegance on your included sightseeing tour with a Local Specialist. Spend free time sightseeing or experience a typical Viennese coffee house. Tonight you might want to enjoy a concert of classical music.Buffet Breakfast

Day 11: Vienna – Budapest (2 Nights)

Explore the medieval city of Győr in Hungary. Stroll through this quaint city which stands at the confluence of three rivers and features charming Baroque architecture. Traverse the Transdanubia to the capital, Budapest. Tonight you might want to join a scenic River Danube cruise with a selection of Hungarian foods.Buffet Breakfast

Day 12: Budapest Sightseeing

Meet your Local Specialist this morning and enjoy a sightseeing tour of Budapest. See the Great Synagogue, the Chain Bridge and visit Fishermen's Bastion in the UNESCO listed Castle Hill district. From here experience spectacular views of Pest including the magnificent Parliament and the Danube. Tonight enjoy a traditional Hungarian Regional Meal with music.Buffet Breakfast, Regional Meal

Day 13: Budapest – Belgrade (2 Nights)

Cross the Southern Great Plain and visit the city of Szeged famous for its open-air plays and the Votive church. Then cross the border to Serbia and later arrive in the capital, Belgrade. Dine tonight at your hotel.Buffet Breakfast, Dinner

Day 14: Belgrade Sightseeing

See the Belgrade Fortress and the Skadarlija district during your included sightseeing with a Local Specialist. This afternoon you can explore further on your own or why not join an Optional Experience into the Serbian countryside?Buffet Breakfast

Day 15: Belgrade – Sofia Sightseeing

Travel further south this morning and see the Turkish Fortress in Nis before crossing into Bulgaria. Arrive later in Sofia, where your guided tour with a Local Specialist includes views of the Alexander Nevsky Cathedral.Buffet Breakfast, Dinner

Day 16: Sofia – Kalambaka

This morning travel to Greece. Enjoy fine views of the Plains of Thessaly en route to magnificent Kalambaka with its cliff-top monasteries. The striking, unique geology of the region led to UNESCO declaring it a World Heritage Site. Dine tonight at your hotel.Buffet Breakfast, Dinner

Day 17: Kalambaka – Delphi – Athens

Cross the fertile Thessaly region, the 'bread basket of Greece'. See the battle site at Thermopylae, where the heroic Leonidas and his brave Spartans fought against the invading Persians. A picturesque drive will bring you to Delphi where you'll visit the Temple of Ap...

Day 18: Athens

Explore the fascinating ancient city of Athens, your Travel Director will be on hand to give you advice on how best to spend your time. Why not join our three-day Aegean Cruise?Buffet Breakfast

Day 19: Athens

Soak in the atmosphere of the city or join an Optional Experience.Buffet Breakfast

Day 20: Athens

Enjoy your final day exploring this fascinating capital and do last minute souvenir shopping in the Plaka district.Buffet Breakfast

Day 21: Athens Sightseeing – At Sea

Visit the ancient Acropolis with a Local Specialist. See the Parthenon, dedicated to the goddess Athena and one of the world's greatest cultural monuments. View the stadium where the first modern Olympic Games took place in 1896. Cross the Corinth Canal which connects...

Day 22: Ancona – Assisi

Time to relax today as we sail up the Adriatic sea towards Ancona before arriving to Assisi. Dine tonight in your hotel.Buffet Breakfast, Dinner with wine

Day 23: Assisi Sightseeing – Sorrento

In Assisi start your day with a sightseeing tour with a Local Specialist and see the Basilica dedicated to St. Francis. Pass the Benedictine Abbey in Monte Cassino before arriving in Sorrento.Buffet Breakfast

Day 24: Sorrento – Pompeii – Rome (2 Nights)

The ancient city of Pompeii was buried beneath volcanic ash when Mount Vesuvius erupted 79 AD. Enjoy a walking tour of the excavations of this site with your Local Specialist. This afternoon arrive in Rome.Buffet Breakfast

Day 25: Rome Sightseeing

This morning experience a Cultural Insight in the Vatican when you ascend the smooth and step-less spiral staircase designed by famous architect Donato Bramante. Visit Michelangelo's Sistine Chapel, St. Peter's Basilica and the Colosseum with a Local Specialist. Spend the afternoon as you wish. Tonight enjoy a Regional Meal in the Eternal City.Buffet Breakfast, Regional Meal

Day 26: Rome – Florence Sightseeing

Travel through the Umbria and Tuscany regions to the Renaissance city of Florence. View Giotto's Bell Tower and the Baptistery and visit Piazza della Signoria with your Local Specialist. Shop for high-quality gold and leather. This evening, why not enjoy a traditional Tuscan meal for that ‘once in a life time’ experience.Buffet Breakfast

Day 27: Florence – Engelberg (2 Nights)

Travel north into Switzerland with its dramatic mountain landscape. Pass the beautiful Lake Lugano while travelling the scenic St Gotthard route into central Switzerland. Arrive this evening to the winter sports resort town of Engelberg.Buffet Breakfast

Day 28: Lucerne Orientation

Your orientation tour of historic Lucerne includes the Lion Monument and Chapel Bridge. There is time to shop for Swiss souvenirs including watches and chocolates. During your free time why not consider a mountain experience to complete your Swiss adventure.Buffet Breakfast, Dinner

Day 29: Engelberg – Paris (2 Nights)

Cross into France and see the vineyards in the wine-producing Burgundy region. Admire the Auxerrois vineyards and the changing terrain on your journey north to the glittering capital, Paris. Tonight, you might like to experience a world-famous Parisian Cabaret.Buffet Breakfast

Day 30: Paris Sightseeing

Your Local Specialist takes you on an informative sightseeing tour. Enjoy views of the Paris skyline from the second level of the Eiffel Tower. Drive along the Champs Élysées and see the Place de la Concorde. Tonight, celebrate with your Travel Director and newfound friends at a Farewell Dinner.Buffet Breakfast, Farewell Dinner

Day 31: Depart Paris

Today bid farewell to your fellow travellers and Travel Director at the end of your holiday. An airport transfer is available. Conditions apply.Buffet Breakfast

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Last Updated: 7/15/2018

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It is this dedication to taking our guests beyond the obvious sights that has helped us grow over the past 65 years into one of the most trusted and successful international guided vacation/holiday companies in the world. From Europe to the United States, South America to South Africa, and with the recent addition of Asia, we pride ourselves on uncovering the hidden gems, cultural highlights and not-to-be-missed attractions of the places you visit. We’ll help you delve deep into the heart of each city and capture the true essence of each new destination.

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  • 30 hot buffet breakfasts
  • 13 dinners.
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A full month dedicated to the big hits of Europe, as well as incorporating smaller towns and local sites, this is the perfect trip for either first time or seasoned Europe travelers. It has a little bit of everything. With 31 days and 13 countries, you don't have a long time in each place; 3 days max. However if you're ready for a lot of movement and days chock full of amazing sites and stories, this is a great option. You'll touch on some wonderful cities and towns as well as get a great feel for the spectacular nature to be found in the Alps. As a Europe overview, you could hardly do better. - Stride Editor
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Luxury air-conditioned coach with WiFi in most countries or alternative transportation (such as rail journeys) Hand-picked 4 and 5 star accommodation Hand-picked Insider Experiences Optional Experiences and free time All porterage and restaurant gratuities Must-see sightseeing and surprise extras An expert Travel Director and separate Driver All hotel tips, charges and local taxes VIP entry to many sights Audio Headsets for flexible sightseeing Ferry across the Channel from Dover to Calais London airport shuttle service is available to purchase. Conditions apply. The services of a Trafalgar Local Host if you stay at Trafalgar's recommended London hotel. The services of a Trafalgar Local Host at your London hotel
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