20 days European Cavalcade
Explore the romantic landscapes, charming medieval villages and stately capitals of Europe in this epic voyage past Amsterdam, Paris and Rome, with a stay in the Bay of Naples and visits to Lyon, Monaco and Nice along the way.
| Day | Location | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Arrive London ( 2 Nights ) | Relax after check-in or take a leisurely stroll through this fascinating city. |
| 2 | London Free Time | The whole day is free to explore London's famous sights. See the sights, visit a museum or go shopping – the list is endless and the choice is yours. Full Breakfast. |
| 3 | London - Amsterdam. | This morning meet your Travel Director and traveling companions to board your Trafalgar coach and set off from London. See the White Cliffs of Dover as you board the ferry and cross to Calais, France. Continue by road through the Belgian and Dutch countryside to Amsterdam, one of Europe's friendliest cities. |
| 4 | Amsterdam - Rhine Cruise - Heidelberg - Rhineland. | Drive eastwards into Germany and follow the Rhine Valley southwards. Take a leisurely cruise along the River Rhine, past picturesque villages and vineyards. Later in the town of Heidelberg view the castle, a magnificent example of Renaissance architecture. Continue by road to your hotel where you dine tonight. Buffet Breakfast. Dinner. |
| 5 | Rhineland - Lucerne ( 2 Nights ) | Journey via Freiburg through the beautiful Black Forest region. Stop at Schaffhausen to view the mighty Rhine Falls and arrive later in Lucerne, your home for the next two nights. Buffet Breakfast. Dinner. |
| 6 | Lucerne Orientation And Free Time | Visit the poignant Lion Monument and the Old Town during your orientation tour of Lucerne. Afterwards in your free time consider a scenic cruise on the lake, shop for Swiss watches and chocolates or take a cog railway up one of the nearby mountains to enjoy the amazing views. Buffet Breakfast. |
| 7 | Lucerne - Leichtenstein - Innsbruck. | Cross the Swiss border to Liechtenstein for a brief stop in the capital, Vaduz. Continue into Austria via the Arlberg region to Innsbruck, capital of the Tyrol. Marvel at Innsbruck's sights including the Golden Roof and the Hofburg Palace. Buffet Breakfast. Dinner. |
| 8 | Innsbruck - Verona - Venice ( 2 Nights ) | Travel through the Brenner Pass into Italy and view Juliet's Balcony in Verona, the setting for Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet. Your day ends in the magical Byzantine city of Venice, Queen of the Adriatic. Buffet Breakfast. Dinner. |
| 9 | Venice Orientation And Free Time. | Evidence of Venice's former maritime power and wealth is everywhere you look as you cruise by private launch to St. Mark's Square. Watch the Venetian craftsmen at work creating local specialities at a glassblowing workshop on Giudecca Island. Then spend free time exploring this fascinating city on your own. Buffet Breakfast. |
| 10 | Venice - Rome ( 2 Nights ) | Traverse the flat plains of Veneto and cross the dramatic Apennine hills. Admire splendid scenery as you drive through the rolling Tuscan countryside, arriving later in the capital, Rome. Buffet Breakfast. |
| 11 | Rome Sightseeing And Free Time | Your Local Specialist takes you on a sightseeing tour which starts with a visit to St. Peter's Basilica. Continue to ancient Rome to view Colosseum and see the ancient sites. Later enjoy your free time seeing the sights or shopping for souvenirs. Buffet Breakfast. |
| 12 | Rome - Bay Of Naples. | Travel South to the Bay of Naples. Enjoy free time in the coastal town of Sorrento or consider an Optional Experience to the picturesque countryside including a farmhouse lunch. Dine tonight at your hotel. Buffet Breakfast. Dinner. |
| 13 | Bay Of Naples - Florence ( 2 Nights ) | This morning, why not join an Optional Experience to the excavations at Pompeii? See the Abbey of Monte Cassino en route to Florence, birthplace of the Renaissance. Buffet Breakfast. Dinner. |
| 14 | Florence Sightseeing And Free Time | Enjoy a morning walking tour with your Local Specialist to see the magical buildings and statues of Florence. Admire panoramic views of the city from Piazzale Michelangelo and enjoy time at leisure to immerse yourself in the sights; Giotto's Bell Tower, the Baptistery and Piazza della Signoria. Buffet Breakfast. |
| 15 | Florence - Pisa _ Monaco - French Riviera ( 2 Nights ) | View the Leaning Tower of Pisa. Continue past Genoa and in Monaco enjoy views of the harbour and the palace. Travel past picturesque coastal towns to your hotel on the French Riviera. Buffet Breakfast. |
| 16 | French Riviera Free Time | Enjoy a full day of relaxation on one of the most beautiful coastlines in Europe. Buffet Breakfast. |
| 17 | French Riviera - Avingon - Lyon | Admire the beautiful countryside around Aix-en-Provence where Van Gogh liked to paint. In Avignon view the Palace of the Popes and the famous bridge. Continue through the Rhône Valley to Lyon. Buffet Breakfast. Dinner. |
| 18 | Lyon - Paris ( 2 Nights ) | The wine-producing region of Burgundy and the Forest of Fontainebleau provide picturesque backdrops for your drive to the elegant, romantic city of Paris. On arrival perhaps take an excursion to visit the magnificent Palace of Versailles. Buffet Breakfast. |
| 19 | Paris Orientation And Free Time. | This morning see the Champs Élysées, Arc de Triomphe, Eiffel Tower and more on your orientation. During your free time why not visit a world-famous museum. This evening maybe take the chance to see one of the famous Parisian cabaret shows? Buffet Breakfast. |
| 20 | Depart Paris. | Say goodbye to your Travel Director and travelling companions this morning as your magical trip comes to an end. Buffet Breakfast. |