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European Odyssey
European Odyssey
A sample 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 by train, coach, cable car and boat !
SAMPLE DAILY ITINERARY BELOW
SOME OF THE TOUR’S SIGHTS.
Day 1 — Arrival Vienna
On arrival meet with your professional tour guide for the short transfer to the city centre. Experience an introductory 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 stay in 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 stay in 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 stay in 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 stay in Lido di Jesolo.
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 the mainland by Vaporetto. Overnight stay in Lido di Jesolo.
Day 6 — Rome
Today, by High Speed Train takes you in under 4 hours south to 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 stay in 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 stay in 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 stay in 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 stay in 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 stay in 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. In the late afternoon catch a High Speed Train to Paris. Overnight stay in Paris.
Day 12 — Paris
After a traditional French breakfast, enjoy 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 and take a cruise on The River Seine. This afternoon, a visit is included to The Louvre, the world's largest Art Museum with a museum guide with the rest of the day at leisure for last-minute shopping in Paris. Overnight stay in Paris
Day 13 — Disneyland Paris
Full free day in Paris or you could consider a easy day trip by train to Disneyland Paris or either of the Chateaux at Fontainebleau or Versailles. Overnight stay in Paris.
Day 14 — Paris to London
Depart for London today, travelling on the Eurostar, one of the world’s fastest and most advanced trains. Journey through Northern France and under the channel and through the Kent countryside to central London in around 3 hours. Overnight stay in 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 an appropriate end of your European Odyssey. Overnight stay in London.
Day 16 — Departure
An executive motor coach is provided for the transfer to London's Heathrow Airport.