• Day 1 - London - Amsterdam
  Greetings from our Tour Director as we drive to the coast. Admire the White Cliffs of Dover before our Channel crossing to Calais in France. Then into Belgium and across Flanders fields to Holland and meadows of turning windmills. Soon we arrive in friendly Amsterdam where we see Dam Square and the Mint Tower. Then we have the opportunity to take a canal cruise in a glass topped boat before continuing later to the hotel where we enjoy a Welcome Drink together. Hotel: Novotel City
   
• Day 2 - Amsterdam - Rhine Cruise - Mannheim
  This morning we drive via Arnhem – scene of the Bridge, which was too far – into Germany where we follow the Ruhr and Rhine valleys to Cologne – dominated by its fine gothic Cathedral. Then via Bonn we drive to the pretty resort of Boppard on the shores of the Rhine where we embark on our scenic Rhine cruise. We glide past vine-clad hills topped with crumbling castles before reaching St. Goar, where we see the Lorelei rock and re-join our coach for the onward journey to our hotel. ( Buffet Breakfast / Dinner ) Hotel: Holiday Inn City Centre
   
• Day 3 - Mannheim - Heidelberg - Munich - Innsbruck
  This morning we are off to Heidelberg to view the red sandstone castle towering above the city of ‘Student Prince’ fame. We continue via the Swabian hills to fun-loving Munich, where an orientation tour shows us the Olympic Stadium, the City Hall and the Marienplatz. A scenic drive brings us into Austria and the valley of the River Inn, where we stop in the Tyrolean capital, Innsbruck. Maybe enjoy dinner and traditional entertainment at a Tyrolean Folklore show tonight? ( Buffet Breakfast )
  Hotel: Grauer Bar
   
• Day 4 - Innsbruck - Brenner Pass - Venice
  Orientation of this picturesque mountain ringed resort this morning shows us the Golden Roof and the Hofburg. Time to shop for souvenirs before an exhilarating drive across the alpine Brenner Pass into Italy. Spectacular scenery continues as we travel through the Dolomite Mountains to the Adige Valley and the landscapes of Shakespeare’s theatre as we pass by Lake Garda, Verona and Vicenza. On arrival in Venice we’ll savour the city’s unique sights and sounds on an included canal cruise by private motor launch to St. Mark’s Square, viewing the Bridge of Sighs, Doge’s Palace. After a visit to a traditional glass-blowing factory, time is your own to do as you please. We will enjoy dinner at our hotel this evening. (Buffet Breakfast / Dinner)
  Hotel: Antony
   
• Day 5 - Venice - Rome ( 2 nights )
  Today we head south along the Autostrada del Sole, across the Veneto plain, by- passing the University city of Bologna to cross over the Apennine hills and into the cradle of the Roman Civilisation, the Lazio region. Then past golden stone landscapes to the Eternal City of Rome. (Buffet Breakfast)
  Hotel: Boscolo Borromini
   
• Day 6 - Rome Sightseeing and At Leisure
  Our morning sightseeing with a local guide, audio system included, features a visit to St. Peter’s Basilica in the Vatican City where we see Michelangelo’s moving masterpiece, the Pieta. Then we cross the River Tiber to ancient Rome where we overlook the Forum, see the mighty Colosseum, scene of gladiatorial combat, and finally have a view across the vast Circus Maximus where the Ben Hur style chariot races once took place. The rest of your day is free to maybe window-shop in the exclusive streets near the Spanish Steps, visit the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel or maybe just relax in a café and watch the world go by in this Roman setting. (Buffet Breakfast)
   
• Day 7 - Rome - Florence
  Today we start the northward journey of our European circuit and drive into the beautiful rolling hills of Tuscany. We are soon descending into the valley of the River Arno and reaching Florence, where a walking tour with a local guide shows us the main monuments and squares of this impressive Renaissance city including the Cathedral, Baptistery, Signoria Square and a visit to the Santa Croce Basilica, where the tombs of Italy’s great men throughout history are to be found. Then free time to sightsee further or to shop for fine leather goods or beautiful 18-carat gold jewellery. Tonight we will enjoy a Highlight Dinner of local specialities in a Florentine trattoria. (Buffet Breakfast / Highlight Dinner) Hotel: Boscolo Astoria
   
• Day 8 - Florence - Gotthard drive - Lucerne ( 2 nights )
  This morning we drive northwards passing by the sprawling commercial capital, Milan. Then we drive into the area of the Italian Lakes and soon cross the border into Switzerland. First we cross through the Italian-speaking canton of Ticino and have splendid views of the lakeside resort of Lugano, renowned for its mild year round climate. Soon we are climbing towards the scenic Gotthard alpine highway, which leads us into the heart of German speaking Switzerland and the beautiful lakeside town of Lucerne. (Buffet Breakfast / Dinner) Hotel: Schiller
   
• Day 9 - Lucerne Orientation and At Leisure
  This morning our orientation tour shows us the poignant Lion Monument, which commemorates the heroism of the Swiss Guards during the period of the French Revolution, and we have time to walk along the wooden Chapel Bridge across the rushing River Reuss.Then maybe take an exhilarating mountain excursion and still have time to shop for Swiss watches and delicious chocolate!
  ( Buffet Breakfast )
   
• Day 10 - Lucerne - Basel - Paris ( 2 nights )
  Travelling through picturesque scenery we head towards Basel and the French border. Entering France we pass vestiges of the Maginot line at Belfort as we travel into Burgundy resplendent with vineyards, castles and picturesque villages. Finally we arrive in the capital city, Paris, where tonight you may well wish to enjoy a tour of the illuminations, which really provides a wonderful introduction to this beautiful city. (Buffet Breakfast)
  Hotel: Holiday Inn La Villette
   
• Day 11 - Paris Sightseeing and At Leisure
  This morning our sightseeing tour with a local guide features a drive along the Champs Elysées from the Place de la Concorde to the Arc de Triomphe. Then we will see spectacular monuments such as Notre Dame Cathedral and also ascend the Eiffel Tower to the second level by lift for stunning views over the city. Then free time to perhaps take an excursion to the Palace of Versailles, shop in the chic boutiques or maybe just relax in a café and watch Paris go by! Later tonight we will get together with our Tour Director and our travelling companions for a Farewell Dinner in a local bistro – a wonderful way to complete our tour of Europe! ( Buffet Breakfast / Farewell Dinner )
   
• Day 12 - Paris - London
  After breakfast we travel across the battlefields of the Somme. We see the Canadian War Memorial at Vimy Ridge before we drive along the Opal Coast viewing German World War II bunkers. On our arrival in Calais, we board our ferry to Dover where we drive back to London. Here we bid farewell to our Tour Director and newfound friends as our tour comes to an end. ( Buffet Breakfast )

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