Tripology

Bus

A warm welcome from your Crew as we head for the White Cliffs of Dover and the Channel crossing to France. We drive past World War I battlefields to the splendor of Paris. ( Dinner )

Sightseeing

Two full days to see some of the most celebrated icons in Europe.

Sightseeing

The best way to experience the "City of Lights" is on our included Illuminations Tour.

Sightseeing

We also visit the majestic Château Versailles (entry not included), home to Louis XIV.

Sightseeing

In your free time take the opportunity to visit the Louvre, Eiffel Tower, Notre Dame, Arc de Triomphe or the Champs Elysées.

Food and Dining

Why not complete your Parisian experience with a French meal and a famous Parisian cabaret? (Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner)

Bus

Today's journey takes us to the softly undulating hills of the Beaujolais region.

Wine

This evening we visit the Château de Cruix nestled in the vineyards of this wine region to sample this world famous wine. ( Breakfast, Dinner )

Bus

Our journey south today takes us to the impressive Roman aqueduct at Pont du Gard.

Sightseeing

As we skim past the Pyrénées we catch our first glimpse of the world-famous Mediterranean and arrive in vibrant Barcelona. (Breakfast, Dinner)

Sightseeing

Our included sightseeing tour is a great introduction to this celebrated city.

Sightseeing

See Gaudi's Sagrada Familia Cathedral, the 1992 Olympic Complex and the Gothic district.

Shopping

A chance to experience Barcelona's famed shopping street La Rambla and discover some of Spain's specialties.

Performing Arts

Tonight why not experience the passion of Flamenco dancing? ( Breakfast )

Bus

We return to France today and travel through the beautiful Provence region to Arles.

Sightseeing

Wander through the streets as the Romans once did in this historic town, before continuing to the glamorous French Riviera. (Breakfast, Dinner)

Sightseeing

Today we visit a French perfumery before heading to Nice.

Shopping

Stroll down the fashionable Promenade des Anglais for a spot of shopping or simply relax on the beach.

Sightseeing

Tonight we visit Monaco! View the Royal Palace and take the opportunity to try your luck at the casinos of Monte Carlo. ( Breakfast, Dinner )

Bus

Today we leave France and enter Italy!

Sightseeing

We skim past the seaside city of Genoa and stop in Verona, home of Romeo and Juliet, before arriving in mainland Venice. ( Breakfast, Dinner )

Sightseeing

A short boat ride takes us into the historical centre of Venice to see St. Mark's Square, the Doges' Palace, and the Bridge of Sighs. See glass and lace making demonstrations and why not treat yourself to a gondola ride? ( Breakfast, Dinner )

Sightseeing

We travel to Pisa, home of the famous Leaning Tower. From here it's a short journey to the most spectacular of Renaissance cities, Florence. ( Breakfast, Dinner )

Sightseeing

Your day includes a walking tour seeing the Piazza della Signoria, the Duomo and Santa Croce.

Shopping

A chance to shop for leather, gold and silver.

Museums

In your free time maybe visit one of the city's many museums.

Nightlife

This evening enjoy the colourful Florentine nightlife. (Breakfast)

Sightseeing

All roads lead to Rome where our included sightseeing tour is the perfect introduction to the Eternal City. Do as the Romans do and stroll past the Trevi Fountain, the amazing Pantheon and Piazza Navona. (Breakfast)

Sightseeing

Once at the centre of the powerful Roman Empire this city, steeped in centuries of ancient history, awaits your discovery.

Sightseeing

The Colosseum, Imperial Forum and the treasures of the Vatican City make for a day of serious sightseeing. (Breakfast, Dinner)

Sailing

After leaving Rome we head south to Naples to board our complimentary motor boat to the island of Capri.

Sightseeing

After exploring the island we rejoin our boat and set sail to Sorrento, situated on Italy's stunning Amalfi coast. (Breakfast)

Sightseeing

Today is your chance to explore the ancient ruins of Pompeii with a local guide.

Later we take in the beautiful scenery of southern Italy as we travel east to board our overnight ferry to Greece. ( Breakfast )

Adventure

Three sun-filled days on the beautiful Greek island of Corfu. Windsurf, waterski, parasail, swim or just soak up the sun.

Beach

Get off the beaten track in an open-top 4-wheel drive jeep or cruise along the coast.

Food and Dining

At night an opportunity to enjoy the local cuisine and try your hand (or feet) at Greek dancing. ( Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Dinner )

Sightseeing

Today we travel through the Peloponnese and across the Corinth Canal to Athens. (Breakfast, Dinner)

Sightseeing

A whole day in Athens where our city tour includes the first modern Olympic stadium, the Acropolis and the Parthenon. (Breakfast)

Sightseeing

We drive past Spartan Thermopylae and Thessaloniki, once the capital of the Byzantine Empire, and then on to our seaside overnight stop at Kavala. (Breakfast, Dinner)

Sightseeing

After crossing the border into Turkey we cross the Dardanelles to see Troy's Wooden Horse. (Breakfast, Dinner)

Sightseeing

We take time to pay tribute at Gallipoli and Anzac Cove.

Nightlife

Travel onwards to Istanbul where you'll have a chance to revel in a night of belly dancing, eastern food, and music. (Breakfast)

Sightseeing

Today our guide leads us through the spice markets and into the heart of the city where you can bargain at the Grand Bazaar or treat yourself to a relaxing Turkish bath. ( Breakfast, Dinner )

Bus

We pass the Turkish border town of Edirne before crossing into Bulgaria and driving to the capital, Sofia.

Sightseeing

Enjoy an orientation tour followed by free time to shop at the stalls near the Alexander Nevsky Cathedral. ( Breakfast, Dinner )

Bus

Leaving Bulgaria we journey over the hills and into Macedonia.

Sightseeing

After a lunch stop in Skopje, we travel south to Lake Ohrid to spend an evening near the beautiful shores of Europe's deepest lake. ( Breakfast, Dinner )

Sightseeing

This morning we cross the border into Albania. We see stunning mountainous scenery interwoven by the numerous remains of the defensive bunkers built years ago.

Sightseeing

We pass the ancient city Elbasan on our way to Durres - an important port and seaside resort town (Note: During peak periods the night in Durres may be substituted with a night in Tirana). (Breakfast, Dinner)

Bus

Heading north we pass Shkoder before crossing into Montenegro.

Sightseeing

This afternoon we join the coast, once a favourite retreat of Europe's royalty and make our way on to Croatia and our accommodation in Dubrovnik. (Breakfast, Dinner)

Sightseeing

Today's sightseeing shows us one of Europe's most breathtaking locations and the jewel of the Croatian coastline, the picturesque walled city of Dubrovnik.

Beach

In your free time enjoy this UNESCO World Heritage Site by taking a walk along the old town walls or relaxing on the beach. (Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner)

Sightseeing

On our way to Zadar we follow the Dalmatian Coast, enjoying the scenic archipelago that mixes stunning blue waters with the many islands.

Sightseeing

A short stop in Split gives you time to wander through the Roman remains of Diocletian's Palace. (Breakfast, Dinner)

National Parks

Heading north we drive through the scenic Paklenica National Park.

Bus

After crossing the Hungarian border, we make a stop on the beautiful shores of Lake Balaton, before making our way to the capital Budapest. (Breakfast, Dinner)

Sightseeing

A day to fall under the spell of this jewel of the east. Magnificent views from the castle district, plenty of shopping opportunities and time to appreciate the museums of this former-Communist capital.

Food and Dining

A chance to try the local specialties for dinner tonight. ( Breakfast )

Food and Dining

Saying goodbye to Hungary, we cross the border into Slovakia for lunch in the city of Bratislava.

Bus

Our journey today finishes in Vienna, the capital of the once mighty Austrian Empire. ( Breakfast )

Sightseeing

On our sightseeing tour see the Palace of the Hapsburgs, State Opera House and fashionable Kärntnerstrasse.

Food and Dining

In your free time try authentic apple strudel, Viennese coffee and perhaps sample some local Schnaps.

Performing Arts

This evening why not join us for a concert to experience the timeless music of Mozart and Strauss? ( Breakfast, Dinner )

Sightseeing

Today we drive through Bohemia and stop in the medieval town of Cesky Krumlov as we make our way to Prague. (Breakfast, Dinner)

Sightseeing

Two free days to discover the labyrinth of streets in the old town, the medieval castle district and the Charles Bridge, the most photographed bridge in Prague.

Food and Dining

Quench your thirst with a Pilsener and some local fare! (Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner)

Bus

On to Bavaria's lively capital Munich, home to the Oktoberfest.

Food and Dining

Maybe join us this evening at one of the city's traditional Beer Halls. ( Breakfast )

Food and Dining

We stop for lunch in Vaduz, the capital of Liechtenstein.

Sightseeing

Enjoy time to shop and see the sights in Lucerne before reaching our idyllic stop in the Swiss Alps. ( Breakfast, Dinner )

Sightseeing

A spectacular day where you can choose to hike the many trails or maybe enjoy a trip up the snow-covered Jungfrau mountain on a cog railway that passes through the Eiger mountain! (Breakfast, Dinner)

Sightseeing

Heading north we re-enter Germany and visit the university town of Heidelberg on the banks of the Neckar River. Heidelberg's captivating old town and picturesque river are best viewed from its imposing castle. (Breakfast, Dinner)

Sightseeing

We pass the legendary Lorelei before a short pause in St. Goar in the Rhine Valley famous for its storybook castles.

Bus

Then we cross the Dutch border and on to Amsterdam. (Breakfast, Dinner)

Bicycling

A chance to visit Edam and take a bicycle tour of the Dutch countryside.

Sightseeing

Afterwards, time to explore Amsterdam.

Museums

In your free time perhaps visit famous sights such as Anne Frank's House or the Van Gogh Museum.

Food and Dining

Tonight we celebrate our last evening together. (Breakfast)

Time to swap addresses and e-mail contacts as we travel through the Belgian countryside and back to Calais for our ferry crossing to England. ( Breakfast )