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Day 1/2 Paris France
Bags are packed, you're on the bus, new friends surround - and
your great adventure begins! First stop, the seductively elegant
Paris! Lose yourself in this beautiful city on our highlights tour
before indulging on French delicacies dining in the Latin Quarter -
frogs legs anyone? Experience the beauty of Paris by moonlight this
evening as we set off on our illuminations tour - breathtaking!
After that it's your call; the next day you are free to enjoy Paris
as you wish. Maybe bicycle around the city like a true European,
watch the world go by in the outdoor cafes or give the credit card
a workout at the fabulous French boutiques. Tonight you'll be the
envy of all the passers by as you enjoy our champagne picnic under
the Eiffel Tower. C'est magnifique!
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Day 3/4 Lucerne Switzerland
Get set for breathtaking scenery as we travel through the Swiss
Alps to stunning Lucerne. And it only gets better as we head to our
mountaintop hideaway on Mt Rigi via the oldest cog-railway in
Europe. Kick back watching the sun set over the Swiss Alps and get
stuck into traditional Swiss fondue - what a life hey!! In the
morning head into Lucerne by cable car or boat - very James Bond!
But beware - you really could be in financial danger once you spot
the exclusive Swiss boutiques - tempting! Wander the quaint streets
of this delightful city and see all the sights on our highlight
tour, before returning to Mt Rigi by boat at your own leisure.
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Day 5/6 Florence Italy
Grab the mandatory famous snap shot holding up the Leaning Tower
of Pisa, before continuing on to Florence. Art lovers unite! This
home of renaissance art will inspire and impress - even if you
don't know your Leonardo Da Vinci from your Leonard Di-Caprio. See
all the magical sights on our walking tour before you're let loose
in traditional Florentine leather, gold and silver shops - could
spell more danger girls!
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Day 7/8 Rome Italy/Vatican City
Today we turn our chariot towards Rome, home to some of the
world's most ancient and famous architectural sights stopping at
the hilltop city of Orvieto on the way. Take in these amazing
places on our walking tour and absorb the buzz of this vibrant city
- it's catchy! Could you wish for anything more? Well, maybe you
should toss a coin in to the Trevi Fountain and see.
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Day 9/10 Venice Italy
This morning we stage our scene in fair Verona, home of Romeo
and Juliet, before heading on to the charming city of Venice. With
gondola serenades through the canals and quaint narrow streets
you'll fall in love with this romantic beauty. Explore this amazing
city before learning a trick or two from the local craftspeople at
traditional glass blowing and lace making demonstrations - you may
just find your new forte!
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Days 11/12 Tyrol Austria
Adrenaline junkies will be in heaven today as we head to the
picturesque Tyrol region oif Austria. Plenty of time for
paragliding, mountain biking or getting fast and furious white
water rafting. If that doesn't float your boat maybe opt for
something a bit more tranquil and take a relaxing stroll on one of
the local walking trails. (On winter departures this tour stays in
Salzburg).
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Day 13/14 Prague Czech Republic
The hills will be alive today with the sound of excited
travellers as we stop off at stunning Salzburg, home of the Sound
of Music, en route to Prague. Ecplore the delights of Prague, a
fairytale like city with enchanting buildings and beautiful sights.
Head to the streets for amazing shopping, cuisine and cultural
shows without hitting too hard on your wallet - just don't hit it
too hard on the Absinthe!
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Day 15 Rhine Valley Germany
Today we travel through the magical Rhine Valley to St Goar.
Beautiful vineyards, enchanting medieval castles and the mighty
Rhine River. You'll be stepping straight onto the pages of a fairy
tale picture book. Perhaps take a cruise along the River and lose
yourself amongst the breathtaking beauty of this region.
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Day 16/17 Amsterdam Netherlands
Get ready to be spun out by Amsterdam and her delights. So much
to see and do in the vibrant cool city - from the Van Gogh museum
to Anne Frank's house, there's something for everyone. For
something a bit different, tonight enjoy Amsterdam's infamous Red
Light District - an experience you won't forget in a hurry! And
something that's sure to put a smile on all the boy's faces - a
tour of the famous Heineken Brewery - nice one!
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Day 18 London England
One last adventure before we return to Britain's shores, and
that's to the beautiful town of Brugge in Belgium. Check out the
delicious Belgian chocolates or taste the amazing beer brewed
traditionally by the Trappist Monks - that's if it's not too early
in the day for you! Travelling on through the Belgian and French
countryside we arrive back in London early evening - your trip may
be over but your Topdeck memories will stay with you for life!
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SIGHTSEEING CHECKLIST:
PARIS: Place de la Concorde, Champs Elysee, Eiffel Tower, Arc de
Triomphe, Notre Dame Cathedral, Louvre, Montmartre, Sacre Coeur.
LUCERNE: Lion Monument, Chapel Bridge, Glacier Gardens, Hopfkirche
PISA: Leaning Tower, Baptistery, Cathedral FLORENCE: Uffizi
Gallery, Duomo Cathedral, Ponte Vecchio, Santa Croce Basilica,
Florentine leather craft demonstration. ORVIETO: hilltop city ROME:
Spanish Steps, Trevi Fountain, Piazza Navona, Church of the
Cappuchin Monks, Ancient Forum, Victor Emmanuel Monument, Colosseum
VATICAN CITY: Vatican & St Peter's Cathedral VERONA: Roman
Forum, Juliet's balcony VENICE: Motorboat trip to St Mark's Square
& Basilica, Grand Canal, Bridge of Sighs, Doges Palace, the
Campanile, Rialto Bridge, glass blowing & lace making
demonstrations. SALZBURG: home of Mozart & Sound of Music
(Winter departures only) PRAGUE: Hradcany Castle, Charles Bridge,
Old Town Square, Wencelas Square. RHINE VALLEY: village of St Goar,
see how beer steins are made AMSTERDAM: City tour on bicycles, Dam
Square, Royal Palace, Anne Frank's house, Dutch cheese & clog
making demonstrations.
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