It’s the perfect excursion for a
winter dream holiday! Winter in Europe is packed with activities to try and
places to explore. This tour visits 11 countries, each with its own unique
flavor and attractions. Some of the highlights of the tour include driving
along the French Riviera, exploring the beautiful City of Rome (it’s never
too cold for Gelato!), trying an oversized stein of Bavarian beer in Munich,
and sampling traditional Spanish tapas in Barcelona. There’s a ton to do
in Europe, even in the winter time.
Trip Itinerary
Day 1: London to Paris. Meet ouri crew on our way to the
White Cliffs of Dover and the cross-Channel ferry to France. Tonight, an
evening tour of the illuminations of Paris. (D)
Day 2: Paris Sightseeing. Today, a full day for you to
explore Paris. There’s time to shop on the Champs Elysées, take in a
museum or stroll by the Seine. Tonight join us for dinner and a famous
Parisien cabaret. (B)
Day 3: Paris to Lyon. South from Paris, we pass through
beautiful countryside and the famous vineyards of the Burgundy region to
Lyon, at the confluence of the Rhône and Saône Rivers. (B)
Days 4-5: Lyon to Barcelona. Southwards to Barcelona. Time
to view Gaudi’s amazing and unique cathedral. See the 1992 Olympic Games
complex. Then try ‘tapas’, go shopping or perhaps take in a flamenco
show. (B,D) (B)
Days 6-7: Barcelona to Nice - French Riviera. Today we
return to France and the Riviera playground before arriving at our hotel in
Nice. A whole day to explore and shop at your leisure is followed by an
evening in Monaco and the chance to try your luck in the casinos of Monte
Carlo. (B,D) (B)
Day 8: Nice to Florence. First visit a French
perfumery and see some spectacular coastal scenery before arriving in
Pisa. From there, it’s on to the Renaissance city of Florence. Tonight why
not delight in a wonderful Tuscan dinner? (B)
Days 9-10: Florence to Rome. This morning we meet our local
expert for a walking tour of Florence’s Duomo, Basilica of Santa Croce,
Giotto’s Belltower, the Baptistry and Piazza della Signoria. Enjoy a
demonstration of traditional Florentine leathercraft and shop for silver and
gold. We travel on to Rome for our orientation tour and a chance for you to
visit the Vatican City. (B) (B,D)
Days 11-12: Rome to Venice. Great scenery on our drive to
Venice where a complimentary motorboat takes us to see Piazza San Marco, the
Doges' Palace and the Bridge of Sighs. Maybe enjoy a gondola ride. (B,D) (B)
Days 13-14: Venice to Vienna. Now to Austria and our
special Resort Hotel chosen for its superb amenities. On our city tour, see
the museums, the Hofburg Palace and St Stephen’s Cathedral. Resort Hotel
(B) (B,D)
Day 15: Vienna to Munich. To the city of Munich with its
famous glockenspiel. Experience a typical beer hall in this fun-loving
Bavarian capital. (B)
Days 16-17: Munich to Mt Pilatus - Lucerne. Today we stop
for lunch in Vaduz, the capital of Liechtenstein, before reaching Lucerne.
Catch a cable-car up to our hotel (weather permitting), perched 2100m above
sea-level on Mount Pilatus. Enjoy the delights of Lucerne with its wooden
bridge and lakeside views. Shop for Swiss watches and local chocolates.
(N.B. When Mt Pilatus is inaccessible due to weather conditions, we stay at
a hotel at the foot of the mountain). Resort Hotel (B,D) (B,D)
Day 18: Lucerne to the Rhine Valley. Through Germany and
along the River Rhine to St Goar. Shop for beersteins, taste the local wines
and take in the scenery surrounding this picturesque town. (B,D)
Days 19-20: Rhine Valley to Berlin. Visit this city’s
famous sights including the Reichstag, the Brandenburg Gate and the point
where Checkpoint Charlie once stood. (B,D) (B)
Day 21: Berlin to Hamburg. Leaving Berlin we travel to
Hamburg. Explore this Hanseatic city, with its modern shops and historic
port. (B,D)
Days 22-23: Hamburg to Amsterdam. Visit a diamond centre
and perhaps explore the Rijks and Van Gogh Museums. Our visit to the Dutch
countryside includes a cheese & clog-making demonstration. On our last
night, a chance to get together for a farewell dinner. (B,D) (B)
Day 24: Amsterdam to London. We travel south through the
Dutch and Belgian countryside to Calais, France for our ferry back to Dover,
reaching London early evening. (B)
Optional Excursions
Your Choice in Paris
Moulin Rouge, Euro
130.00
Join us for a spectacular evening at the world famous Moulin Rouge, home
of the ‘Can Can’ and other cabaret specials inluding magicians. A
sumptious three course meal is included as well as a half-bottle of wine
and a glass of French champagne all to get you in the mood for a truly
unforgettable evening.
Your choice in Barcelona
El Patio Andaluz, Euro
48.00 Enjoy a typical Andalucian meal followed by a spectacular
display of flamenco. An evening of sumptious food and great
entertainment is definately not to be missed.
Your choice on the French Riviera
Monaco Restaurant, Euro 32.00
Our restaurant in the principality of Monaco is about two minutes’
walk from the sumptuous Palace. The menu is predominantly French and
includes a ‘Kir’ aperitif, a four course meal and half a carafe of
wine.
Your choice in
Florence
Tuscan Dinner,
Euro 38.00
‘La Certosa’ is a charming 16th Century building set in the scenic
Tuscan hills. Begin the evening with a glass of Campari, then carry on
with a typical Tuscan meal including an excellent anti-pasta collection
of cold meats and salads, then tuck into a variety of delicious pasta,
followed by a wonderfully aromatic main course - all washed down with
the local Chianti. But there’s more to it than just a charming setting
and the culinary delights of Italy. Entertainment is also on tonight’s
menu, a pianist to set a romantic mood and opera singers to serenade
you.
Group Photograph, Euro
11.00
A famous Florentine view or the replica of Michelangelo’s ‘Statue of
David’ is the background for our group photo - a great souvenir to
take back home.
Space Electronic Disco,
Euro 10.00
A chance to dance the night away at Florence’s largest night-spot.
Enjoy the music and lasers upstairs or try the karaoke situated
downstairs. The first drink of your choice is included in the price.
Your choice in
Rome
Guided
Imperial Tour: Euro 11.00 (19 people and under)
Euro 10.00 (20 people and over) A unique insight to Imperial Rome. Let our local guide take you
back in time!
Your choice in Venice
Gondola Ride, Euro 20.00
No trip to Venice is complete without a ride on the canals by a
gondolier in traditional dress!
It’s everything you’d expect and you’ll love it. Take in the
sights, savour every minute and treasure this truly memorable Venetian
experience. Time to browse around the famous St. Mark’s Square
surrounded by covered galleries housing lively cafes and exquisite
boutiques.
La Valigia Restaurant,
Euro 28.00
Our chosen venue near Piazza San Marco guarantees a warm and friendly
welcome in true Venetian fashion. Add to this a superb selection of
local specialities and you’ve the recipe for an unforgettable evening
in one of the most romantic cities in the world.
Your choice in Vienna
Vienna Imperial Concert,
Euro 28.00
Your chance to experience a true Viennese
concert. With seating for only 150 people you don’t want to miss this
opportunity to see the classic ensemble of musicians, opera singers and
ballet dancers performing beautiful melodies from Mozart and Johann
Strauss. This unforgettable performance takes place in one of the
city’s sumptious Palatial Residences.
Old Vienna Schnapps
Museum, Euro 5.00 Founded in 1875, by the Fischer family, this distillery still
uses traditional methods when producing schnapps, brandies and liquors.
The descendants of the original owners will guide you through the art of
schnapps making, describing how they create the taste by using many
different herbs and flowers (without giving away their secrets).
Afterwards, there is a chance to sample the wonderfully coloured and
tasty creations.
Your choice in St Goar
Wine-Tasting, Euro 8.00
A chance to sample and learn about some of the most famous wines of the
Rhine region of Germany. There is also the opportunity to purchase some
of your favourites! Don’t leave your tasting glass behind - it’s
yours to keep.
Your choice in Berlin
Third Reich Walking
Tour, Euro 9.00
An opportunity to recreate Hitler’s Third Reich in the heartland of
the Nazi Regime. Our walking tour includes infamous Third Reich sites
such as Hitler’s bunker and former propaganda Ministry of Goebbels.
Your choice in Amsterdam
Vollendam Restaurant,
Euro 30.00
On the seafront of this quaint fishing village, Van den Hogens provides
the perfect setting for our last night meal. Featuring traditional
“Old Dutch” style food - surely making it a night to remember.
Candlelit Cruise, Euro 26.50
There’s no better introduction to this beautiful 17th Century city
than a candlelit cruise. Our glass-covered boat allows great views of
Amsterdam’s many sites including the Dutch Gable houses, the churches,
the River Amstel, the Red-Light District and the Leidseplein with crowds
of shoppers. Beer and wine is also included with some local cheese and
assorted snacks.
Contiki Souvenirs
Group T-Shirts
Let your imagination run wild and create your very own Group T-Shirt
design. A terrific souvenir of your tour.
T-Shirt: £13.50
Collared Shirt: £16.50
Sweatshirt: £17.50
Highlights
All these highlights along with city sightseeing are included in your tour
price!
Paris: Evening Tour of
Illuminations, Seethe Eiffel Tower, Arc de Triomphe, the Louvre, the
Champs-Elysées & Nôtre Dame Cathedral
Lyon: Visit the Old Town district
Barcelona: Walk through the Gothic Quarter
and Las Ramblas; See Gaudi’s Art Nouveau Cathedral & the 1992
Olympic Games Complex
French Riviera: Visit a French
Perfumery; Scenic drive along the Riviera coast; Visit Monaco &
see the Royal Palace; Visit a Monte Carlo Casino; Visit Nice
Pisa: See the Leaning Tower
Florence: Walking tour with a local guide,
see the Duomo, Basilica Santa Croce, Giotto’s Bell Tower, the Baptistry
&Piazza della Signoria; Florentine leather craft demonstration
Rome: See Piazza Venezia, Trevi Fountain,
Pantheon, Piazza Navona, Colosseum & Roman Forum
Vatican City: See St Peter’s Basilica
Venice: Private motorboat to the historic
centre, see Piazza San Marco, Bridge of Sighs, the Doges’ Palace& St
Mark’s Square; Murano glass-blowing & Burano lace-making
demonstrations
Vienna: See Schönbrunn Palace, St
Stephen’s Cathedral & the State Opera House, scenic drive along the
historic Ring Road
Munich: See the Glockenspiel &
Marienplatz; Visit a Beerhall
Liechtenstein: Visit Vaduz, the capital
Lucerne: See the Chapel Bridge; Cable car
or cog railway ride up Mount Pilatus (subject to weather conditions)
Rhine Valley: Visit a beer stein centre
Berlin: See the Reichstag, the Brandenburg
Gate and the remains of the Berlin Wall
Hamburg: See the historic port area
Amsterdam: See the canals, gable houses
and city by night; Visit a cheese farm & clog maker’s house, visit a
diamond centre
Accommodation & Meals
4 nights in special Resort Hotels plus 19 nights
in superior tourist class hotels
Accommodation based on your choice of twin or
triple-share with private facilities
Continental breakfasts (B) and three course
dinners (D) as per itinerary
Hotel tips, local taxes and service charges
Experienced, professional Tour Manager and Driver
Modern air-conditioned coach with reclining seats
Ferry crossings as itinerary
Dates 2007
TOUR CODE:
WWHLA 2005/06
Single room supplement: £320 per
person on twin share price.
Triple Share Reduction: 5% off tour
price
† Spend New Years Eve in
Amsterdam.
†† Spend New Years Eve in Rhine Valley.
†††Spend New Years Eve in Munich.
* Spend New Years Eve in Venice.
** Spend New Years Eve in Florence.
*** Spend New Years Eve in Barcelona.
*†Spend New Years Eve in Paris.
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Only price
2006
Dec. 13 ††
Jan.
05
£1,499
Dec. 16 †††
Jan.
08
£1,499
Dec. 23 **
Jan.
15
£1,499
Dec. 27 ***
Jan.
19
£1,499
2007
Jan. 13
Feb.
05
£1,399
Jan. 20
Feb.
12
£1,399
Jan. 27
Feb.
19
£1,399
Feb. 03
Feb.
26
£1,399
Feb. 10
Mar.
05
£1,399
Oct.
10
Nov.
02
£1,419
Oct.
13
Nov.
05
£1,419
Oct.
20
Nov.
12
£1,419
Oct.
27
Nov.
19
£1,419
Nov.
03
Nov.
26
£1,419
Nov.
10
Dec.
03
£1,419
Nov.
17
Dec.
10
£1,419
Nov.
24
Dec.
17
£1,519
Nov.
28
Dec.
21
£1,519
Dec.
01
Dec.
24
£1,519
Dec.
08
Dec.
31
£1,519
Dec.
12
Jan.
04
£1,519
Dec.
15
Jan.
07
£1,519
Dec.
19
Jan.
11
£1,519
Dec.
21
Jan.
13
£1,519
Dec.
23
Jan.
15
£1,519
Dec.
25
Jan.
17
£1,519
Dec.
27
Jan.
19
£1,519
Dec.
29
Jan.
21
£1,519
2008
Jan.
02
Jan.
25
£1,419
Jan.
04
Jan.
27
£1,419
Jan.
06
Jan.
29
£1,419
Jan.
08
Jan.
31
£1,419
Jan.
12
Feb.
04
£1,419
Jan.
19
Feb.
11
£1,419
Jan.
26
Feb.
18
£1,419
Feb.
02
Feb.
25
£1,419
Feb.
09
Mar.
03
£1,419
Feb.
16
Mar.
10
£1,419
Feb.
23
Mar.
17
£1,419
Mar.
01
Mar.
24
£1,419
Mar.
08
Mar.
31
£1,419
Mar.
15
Apr.
07
£1,419
*These
prices are correct at the time of the website going live, however are
subject to confirmation at the time of booking.
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