European Odyssey Tour

A 16 day tour designed to introduce you to the splendours of Austria, Germany, Italy, Switzerland, France and England. See the major highlights of Europe in less than three weeks!

Day 1 – Arrive Vienna

After a warm welcome from your specialist tour guide, transfer to the city centre. En route to your hotel, enjoy a motorcoach overview of the major sites. The seat of the federal government and once the capital of the Habsburg Empire, Vienna is steeped in history and boasts several impressive buildings, many of which line the famous Ring Boulevard. Overnight Vienna

Day 2 – Munich

After breakfast depart for Munich, the capital city of Bavaria and the third largest city in Germany. On arrival, get acquainted with the city on a panoramic sightseeing tour of the famous landmarks including the Olympic Stadium, the Frauenkirche and the New Town Hall in the historic centre. Overnight Munich

Day 3 – Dachau

This morning, tour the thought-provoking Dachau Concentration Camp Memorial Site. Originally called re-education centres, the Schutzstaffel (SS) soon began describing these sites as concentration camps. The afternoon is set aside to explore Munich on your own. Overnight Munich

Day 4 – Lido di Jesolo

Today leave Germany and drive through Austria and Italy to the Venetian Riviera. On arrival spend the time at leisure in the fashionable Lido di Jesolo. You may want to relax at the beach or have a scoop of gelato. Overnight Venice

Day 5 – Venice

In the morning, follow your local guide for a guided tour of Venice. See notable landmarks like St Mark Basilica, the Doges Palace and the Bridge of Sighs. This afternoon enjoy free time to explore all the treasures Venice can offer. Afterwards return to Mainland by Vaporetto. Overnight Venice

Day 6 – Rome

Today, depart for Rome, the capital of the Roman Empire, the most powerful, largest and longest lasting empire of classical Western civilization. It is hard to say what you’ll find most breathtaking about the Eternal City – the opulence of the Vatican, the timelessness of the Forum or the gory resonance of the Coliseum! Overnight Rome

Day 7 – Rome

After breakfast enjoy a walking tour of timeless Vatican including admissions to the Vatican Museum and the Sistine Chapel. Following lunch, tour classical Rome and see the major sights of the ancient city. Overnight Rome

Day 8 – Assisi and Florence

Leave Rome and head for Florence, in Tuscany. En route make a stop in Assisi to admire the Basilica of San Francisco d’Assisi, listed as a World Heritage Site. Afterwards continue to Florence, one of the most enticing cities in Italy.

Overnight Florence

Day 9 – Florence

Begin with your day with a walking sightseeing tour of Florence with admission to the world-famous Galleria dell’Accademia which houses Michelangelo’s David. This afternoon, visit the Uffizi, one of the oldest and most renowned art museums in the world. Overnight Florence

Day 10 – Chamonix

Today leave Florence and head for the town of Chamonix in the French Alps. Chamonix offers a wonderful taste of Alpine life, boasting glaciers, snowfields and rocky crags. On arrival, enjoy some time at leisure to explore the town.

Overnight Chamonix

Day 11 – Chamonix

In the morning, enjoy a ride in a cable car to well over 3000 to the needle like Aiguille du Midi with stunning views particularily of Mt Blanc In the afternoon you may want to sample any of the multitude sport activities Chamonix has to offer. After a traditional dinner, depart for you overnight coach journey to Paris.

Day 12 – Paris

On arrival into Paris and after a traditional French breakfast, follow your local guide for a morning sightseeing tour of the French capital. See the major sites like the Eiffel Tower, the Arc de Triomphe, the Champs Elysees and Notre Dame. This afternoon, explore the Louvre with a unique Treasure Hunt! The rest of the day is at leisure for last-minute shopping in Paris. Overnight Paris

Day 13 – Disneyland Paris

Today, enjoy a full day excursion to Disneyland Paris, the second Disney resort to open outside the United States following Tokyo Disney Resort. Afterwards, return to Paris for overnight. Overnight Paris

Day 14 – Paris to London

Depart for London today, travelling on the Eurostar, one of the world’s fastest and most advanced trains. On arrival take time out to familiarise yourself with your surroundings. Overnight London

Day 15 – London

After breakfast, depart for a panoramic sightseeing tour of the major sites. See Big Ben, Buckingham Palace, Trafalgar Square and then drive along the river to the Tower of London. This afternoon, discover the world’s greatest collection of antiquities at the British Museum. End the trip with a traditional Fish and Chip supper! Overnight London