Tours:
Topdeck Tours

European Adventure 2012

Summary: France, Switzerland, Spain, Monaco, Italy, Vatican City, Greece, Albania, Croatia, Hungary, Slovakia, Austria, Czech Republic, Germany, Netherlands

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European Adventure 2012
Highlights

• Visit 15 countries - France, Switzerland, Spain, Monaco, Italy, Vatican City, Greece, Albania, Croatia, Hungary, Slovakia, Austria, Czech Republic, Germany, Netherlands
• 34 day trip in Europe staying in hotels, cabins on yachts, hostels & tents in European campsites 

EXCLUSIVE TO TOPDECK:

• Paris Gourmet Picnic beside the Eiffel Tower
• Vap
  To book, call 1866 940 0214 or  

  

  

  

  Tour Details

  • Details & Itinerary
  • Extras & Options
  • Dates & Rates

  
  
  Day 1 London to Paris, France (option also to join in Paris)
  Crossing the English Channel begins our journey. In the evening we set out on our spectacular city lights tour. (D)
  
  Day 2 Paris
  There is time to explore the sights before our Paris Gourmet Picnic beside the Eiffel Tower. Then a choice between an optional River Seine cruise or Parisian cabaret. (B,D)
  
  Day 3 Paris to Swiss Alps, Switzerland
  Spectacular views as we travel to the Swiss Alps and the village of Lauterbrunnen. (B,L,D)
  
  Day 4 Swiss Alps
  Don’t miss an optional adventure to the top of the Jungfrau Mountain which provides unbelievable views and an authentic alpine atmosphere. (B,L,D)
  
  Day 5 Swiss Alps to Avignon, France
  Step back in time in the medieval walled city of Avignon which is our next stop. (B,L)
  
  Day 6 Avignon to Barcelona, Spain
  The famous Roman aqueduct Pont du Gard is our stop en-route to Spain. Then to Barcelona, a cosmopolitan city with buzzing nightlife. (B,L,D)
  
  Day 7 Barcelona
  Exploring Barcelona is exciting and varied and the city thrives on culture and people. (B)
  
  Day 8 Barcelona to the French Riviera, France
  Follow the Mediterranean coast to the home of the rich and famous – the Cote d’Azur. (B,L,D)
  
  Day 9 French Riviera
  Time today to discover this seaside resort area. Tonight visit the casinos of Monaco. (B,D)
  
  
  
  
  Day 10 French Riviera to Venice, Italy
  Across the French Italian border today before we stop off in Verona to see Juliet’s balcony... then to Venice (B,L,D)
  
  Day 11 Venice
  View the traffic on the Grand Canal of Venice from the decks of a vaporetto after our walking tour. (B,D)
  
  Day 12 Venice to Florence
  Traversing Italy, we have a ‘must do’ stop at the Leaning Tower of Pisa before arriving in stunning Florence. (B,L)
  
  Day 13 Florence to Rome
  Onwards to Rome, home of the gladiator and the Roman Empire. Our walking tour includes many highlights. (B)
  
  Day 14 Rome
  The Vatican City is first up today with time for an optional visit to the Sistine Chapel. The rest of the day is free. (B,D)
  
  Day 15 Rome to Greece (overnight ferry)
  Our journey takes a turn through the Italian countryside to meet our overnight ferry to Greece. (B,L)
  
  Days 16-18 Flotilla Sailing in Greece
  It’s time to set sail in our 6 berth yachts for an idyllic few days on the Ionian Sea. (B,L,D) (B,L) (B,L,D)
  
  
  
  
  Day 19 Plataria to Tirana, Albania
  To Albania, once cut from the western world, it is still relatively untouched by tourism. (B,L,D)
  
  Day 20 Tirana to Dubrovnik, Croatia via Montenegro
  North of Albania is Montenegro and the stunning coastal scenery surrounding Kotor Bay but our ultimate goal is Dubrovnik which hugs the coast in the south of Croatia. (B,L,D)
  
  Day 21 Dubrovnik
  Today is a free day to explore and enjoy beautiful Dubrovnik. (B)
  
  Day 22 Dubrovnik to Plitvice Lakes
  The stunning Dalmatian Coast leads us north to the old walled city of Zadar and then to the World Heritage Plitvice Lakes. (B,L,D)
  
  Day 23 Plitvice Lakes
  Spend the day enjoying the Plitvice Lakes National Park – take a walk or hike on one of the numerous trails to appreciate its outstanding natural beauty. (B,L,D)
  
  Day 24 Plitvice Lakes to Budapest, Hungary
  We travel north again to Hungary’s capital Budapest, made up of Buda and Pest, located on each side of the mighty Danube. (B,L,D)
  
  Day 25 Budapest
  Budapest is full of surprises and our orientation tour gives an insight into its history and charm. (B)
  
  Day 26 Budapest to Vienna, Austria via Bratislava, Slovakia
  We follow the Danube to Bratislava and then further west is charming Vienna. (B,L,D)
  
  Day 27 Vienna
  It’s time to explore Vienna. Then try the Viennese coffee! (B)
  
  Day 28 Vienna to Prague, Czech Republic
  A sobering visit to the former concentration camp Mauthausen, then on to Prague, the capital of the Czech Republic. Our walking tour is a great introduction to this popular city. (B,L,D)
  
  Day 29 Prague
  Free time to explore all Prague’s nooks and crannies. Then tonight there is a choice of great restaurants and fine Czech beers. (B)
  
  Day 30 Prague to Berlin, Germany
  Historic Dresden breaks our journey then to funky and modern Berlin. Brilliant food, people, history, nightlife, it has everything to do and never enough time to do it all in! (B,L,D)
  
  Day 31 Berlin
  This morning our city tour takes in the Berlin Wall, Checkpoint Charlie and the Reichstag building before a free afternoon at leisure. This evening it’s time to discover the Berlin nightlife – the most progressive in Europe! (B)
  
  Day 32 Berlin to Amsterdam, Netherlands
  To Amsterdam where bicycles, clogs, tulips and the infamous red light district live side by side in harmony! (B,L)
  
  Day 33 Amsterdam
  Our bicycle tour is a great way to see Amsterdam…shoulder to shoulder with the locals! Tonight a farewell dinner and optional canal cruise. (B,D)
  
  Day 34 Amsterdam to London
  Our trip ends this evening back in London. (B)

  Duration - 34 days
  
  

  Prices are updated frequently and are subject to change. Please call 1866 940 0214 for most up to date pricing.

  Tour Departure Dates	Pricing
  Sun May 20 2012 to Fri Jun 22 2012	$3301** per Adult
  Sun Jun 03 2012 to Fri Jul 06 2012	$3491** per Adult
  Sun Jun 10 2012 to Fri Jul 13 2012	$3491** per Adult
  Sun Jun 17 2012 to Fri Jul 20 2012	$3491** per Adult
  Sun Jun 24 2012 to Fri Jul 27 2012	$3491** per Adult
  Sun Jul 01 2012 to Fri Aug 03 2012	$3557** per Adult
  Sun Jul 08 2012 to Fri Aug 10 2012	$3557** per Adult
  Sun Jul 15 2012 to Fri Aug 17 2012	$3557** per Adult
  Sun Jul 22 2012 to Fri Aug 24 2012	$3557** per Adult
  Sun Jul 29 2012 to Fri Aug 31 2012	$3557** per Adult
  Sun Aug 05 2012 to Fri Sep 07 2012	$3557** per Adult
  Sun Aug 12 2012 to Fri Sep 14 2012	$3557** per Adult
  Sun Aug 26 2012 to Fri Sep 28 2012	$3491** per Adult
  Sun Sep 09 2012 to Fri Oct 12 2012	$3491** per Adult

  ** Taxes and fees included. Airfare not included.
  
  

  To book, call 1866 940 0214 or