European Experience
European Experience
European Experience
14 Days Starting in London and ending in Amsterdam
Visiting: London, Paris, Lucerne, Florence, Rome, Venice, Innsbruck, Munich, Amsterdam
Tour operator:
Tour code:
EEXPBZN19
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
15 - 45
Age range:
5-99
Trip Styles:
Activities:
Tour Overview
Get out of that armchair and experience the beauty of Europe with her centuries-old history, vibrant cities and splendid landscapes. You’ll tick many bucket-list boxes on this 14 day trip that takes you from London to Paris, from the Swiss Alps to Italy, through the canals of Venice and St. Mark’s Square and on to Austria and finally through the Rhineland to Paris.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Arrive London
Location: London
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Novotel London Brentford/Ibis Excel London
For now, London bids you safe travels as you continue south through the Kent countryside to Dover and then on by ferry to Calais. Next stop is Paris, another capital that doesn’t hold back and doesn’t expect you to either. Take a walk through its grand past, dynamic present and exciting future, from the maze of streets that once nurtured great artists in Montmartre to the Eiffel Tower.
Day 2 : London Free Day
Location: London
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Novotel London Brentford/Ibis Excel London
Meals Included: Breakfast
What a treat! A full free day in London to do as you please. The British capital wears its diversity with pride - an epicenter attracting people from all over the world who are helping to shape its vibrant cosmopolitan spirit. Dive right in and visit all the iconic sights and some hidden surprises, from the British Museum to the London Dungeon. When night falls, head to the bright lights of Soho or pop in to Brick Lane for a curry. You won't be left empty handed when it comes to grabbing a plate of what London is serving up.
Day 3 : London – Paris
Location: Paris
Accommodation: Ibis Kriens Krone Sarnen
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Journey through the idyllic French countryside before arriving in Lake Lucerne. You’ll want to put the 'heart' of Switzerland in your pocket and take its history, culture and epic landscapes with you.
Day 4 : Paris Sightseeing And Free Time
Location: Paris
Accommodation: Ibis Kriens SwissEver Zug
Accommodation Name: Hampton by Hilton Paris Clichy/Ibis Paris Alésia Montparnasse 14éme
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Audrey Hepburn described it best when she said: 'Paris is always a good idea.' We’re sure you’ll agree. Hit its grand boulevards on a city sightseeing tour with your Travel Director. See the Arc de Triomphe and Champs Élysées then spend the rest of the day discovering the city on your terms. Don’t resist the urge to tread in the footsteps of Picasso and Dalí and visit Montmartre this afternoon, exploring its maze of streets and Artist’s Square. There’s time to shop for artwork and savor some local specialties before considering a real highlight this evening – an optional dinner and cabaret performance.
Day 5 : Paris - Lucerne Region
Location: Lucerne
Accommodation Name: SwissEver Zug Swiss Quality Hotel Lucerne/Ibis Luzern Kriens Lucerne
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Journey through the idyllic French countryside before arriving in Lake Lucerne. You’ll want to put the 'heart' of Switzerland in your pocket and take its history, culture and epic landscapes with you.
Day 6 : Lucerne Orientation And Free Time
Location: Lucerne
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: SwissEver Zug Swiss Quality Hotel Lucerne/Ibis Luzern Kriens Lucerne
Meals Included: Breakfast
Turn the page to a land of fairy-tale landscapes and medieval history. You have a full day to see the sights and explore Lucerne, starting with a morning orientation including the Chapel Bridge and the Jesuit Church. No visit to Lucerne is complete without a visit to the Lion Monument, built to commemorate the brave Swiss Guards who died defending Louis XVI during the French Revolution. You may be tempted to do some souvenir shopping, but an Optional Experience into the mountains will be hard to resist. Ascend Mount Pilatus by a cog-wheel railway then embark on a scenic lake cruise.
Day 7 : Lucerne - Florence
Location: Florence
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Mirò Hotel Florence
Meals Included: Breakfast
Your journey heads south to the city of Florence - home to various masterpieces of Renaissance architecture and outstanding fine arts. Enjoy dinner with your fellow travelers tonight as you prepare to soak up the beauty of the city, surrounded by Tuscan hills, that has remained unchanged throughout the centuries.
Day 8 : Florence – Rome
Location: Rome
Accommodation Name: Raganelli Hotel Rome/Ergife Palace Hotel Rome
Meals Included: Breakfast
Enjoy your day in Florence before heading to Rome. Admire the city skyline from Piazzale Michelangelo. There’s time to explore Piazza della Signoria, the Duomo and Giotto's Bell Tower or shop for the bespoke Italian leather goods and fine gold jewelery for which Florence is justifiably famous. You could choose instead to join an Optional Experience revealing the Renaissance heritage of a city which attracted artists, physicists, astronomers and philosophers like Michelangelo, Machiavelli and Galileo.
Next, travel to Rome. If Rome was a person, she would be confident, alluring and complex. You’ll get to know her, and her quirks, over the next two days. You’ll find reminders of an ancient world, a holy empire and the Renaissance around every turn. You could choose to join a Local Specialist for an optional guided stroll through Rome’s piazzas. Linger in your favorite square, or perhaps enjoy a scoop or three of the local gelato and soak up the effervescent energy of a city that knows how to enjoy life.
Day 9 : Rome Sightseeing And Free Time
Location: Rome
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Raganelli Hotel Rome/Ergife Palace Hotel Rome
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
You could spend a lifetime exploring Rome and just scratch the surface, but with your Local Specialist on hand you’ll dive right into the city’s heart and soul. Head to Vatican City to watch the pigeons and people tread on holy ground, then visit St. Peter’s Basilica and see Michelangelo’s priceless 'Pietà'. The rest of your day is free to explore the City, this evening why not consider an optional dinner at one of the local restaurants.
Day 10 : Rome – Venice
Location: Venice
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Hotel San Giuliano
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Journey on to Venice, which bewitches in all her Byzantine glory, softening even the hardest of hearts with her opulence. Highlights include a cruise on a private launch to St. Mark’s Square and views of the magnificent St. Mark’s Basilica and Doge's Palace. The talents of master craftsmen are the star of the show later as you visit their glassblowing workshop, a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience. There’s even time for an optional Gondola and Grand Canal cruise – grand palazzi, churches and ornate bridges line your journey.
Day 11 : Venice – Innsbruck
Location: Innsbruck
Accommodation: Ibis Schiphol
Accommodation Name: Bon Alpina Innsbruck
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today you continue along the Inn Valley to the Austrian Tyrol and its capital, Innsbruck, where you can 'ooh and aah' at the impressive ski jump and view the famed Golden Roof, constructed from 2,657 copper tiles. Admire the fascinating crystal installations and browse for precious gifts and souvenirs at the Swarovski Crystal Worlds Store. This evening, an Optional Experience could see you enjoy a lively evening of entertainment during a traditional Tyrolean evening.
Day 12 : Innsbruck - Munich - Rhineland
Location: Munich
Accommodation Name: Achat Hotel Bad Durkheim
Say farewell to your Travel Director and travelling companions at the end of an amazing holiday. Find out more about your available transfers at costsavertour.com/transfers.
Day 13 : Rhineland - Cologne - Amsterdam
Location: Amsterdam
Accommodation Name: Ibis Schiphol Amsterdam Airport
Suitably inspired by its spires, you’ll board a lazy river cruise down the Rhine past terraced vineyards and fairy-tale castles. Your experience of a lifetime ends in the free-thinking capital of the Netherlands. Immerse yourself in Amsterdam's gezelligheid as you soak up the buzz of the city's canals, gabled houses and festive squares. There's no better way to see the capital than from its waterways, so choose an Optional Experience in a glass-topped boat winding through Amsterdam's historic canal ring.
Day 14 : Depart Amsterdam
Location: Amsterdam
Say farewell to your Travel Director and traveling companions at the end of an amazing holiday.
What's Included
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Travel Director
An expert Travel Director and professional Driver
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Meals
Many meals and daily breakfasts included
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City orientation tours
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Audio Headsets
Audio headsets are provided throughout your holiday to enhance your included sightseeing experiences
What's Not Included
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Flights
International airfare to and from your destination is not included.
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Travel Insurance
Travel insurance is not included and is recommended.
Mode of Transport
Luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries. Ferry from Calais to Dover.
Accommodation
Cherry-picked hotels, all tried and trusted. Your hotel will be dependent on your departure date.
Check out our Q&As
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What countries will the tour visit?
The tour will visit England, France, Switzerland, Italy, Austria, Germany, and the Netherlands.
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What are some highlights of the tour?
Some highlights of the tour include seeing the historic city center of Amsterdam, viewing the Gothic cathedral in Cologne, cruising the romantic Rhine, seeing the Glockenspiel in the Marienplatz and the Hofbräuhaus in Munich, cruising by private boat to St. Mark's Square and visiting a glassblowing workshop in Venice, visiting St. Peter's Basilica and seeing the ancient sites with a Local Specialist in Rome, seeing Piazza Santa Croce in Florence, enjoying the picture-book scenery in the Swiss Alps, visiting the Lion Monument and viewing the Chapel Bridge in Lucerne, and viewing the Champs-Élysées, Arc de Triomphe, and Eiffel Tower on a sightseeing tour in Paris.
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What type of transport will be used?
The tour will use a luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries. There will also be a ferry from Calais to Dover.
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What type of accommodation is included?
The tour includes cherry-picked hotels, all tried and trusted. Your hotel will be dependent on your departure date.
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Are meals included in the tour?
Yes, many meals and daily breakfasts are included in the tour.
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Are flights included?
No, international airfare to and from your destination is not included.
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Is travel insurance included?
No, travel insurance is not included and is recommended.
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What is the starting location of the tour?
The tour starts in London.
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What is the ending location of the tour?
The tour ends in Amsterdam.
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Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?
The beauty and joy of taking a guided vacation with Costsaver is that you get to meet, travel and make friends with people from all over the world.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
Costsaver is part of The Travel Corporation, which has been in business for over 100 years.
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What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
Costsaver is proud to be a founding partner of the TreadRight Foundation, a not-for-profit organisation started in 2008. To date the charity has donated over US$2 million to assist underprivileged communities and support sustainable tourism initiatives around the globe.
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Costsaver requires a minimum deposit of 350 USD per person or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 90 days before departure.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of costsaver charges.
Up to 91 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 90 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.
At 29 days before tour starts: Forfeit 80% of booking price.
At 1 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.
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