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Eastern Quest
A trip packed with capital cities and complete adventure through Europe's hot spots. Your journey will take you from Rome to London in a whirl of wonder comprising of cheese farms, old cathedrals, picturesque canals and enough quintessential European experiences to make your diary burst.
Day 1 | Rome to Venice
Meet up with your Fly To Europe Team this morning. We then travel over the Appenine Mountains, stopping in Romeo & Juliet's home of Verona en route to Venice. (D)
Day 2 - 9 | Venice to Amsterdam
See days 17-24 of European Quest (p.63) itinerary, sightseeing & Free Time Add-Ons.
Day 10 | Amsterdam to London
This morning after breakfast we transfer you to Schiphol Airport (estimated arrival 1000 am) where your trip ends. Or choose to take a complimentary transfer to central London & extend your stay. (B)
NIGHTS: 9 nights in quad-share hotel/hostel accommodation
INCLUDED MEALS: 9 breakfasts, 4 dinners
ESSENTIALS: See p.176 for more info on our essentials.
FREE TIME ADD-ONS:
F Gondola Ride, Venice
F Eagle's Nest, Salzburg (summer only)
F Volendam Dinner, Amsterdam
NO REGRETS INCLUSIONS:
- Private motorboat ride to the historic islands of Venice
- Explore windmills, canals & dijks by bike through cheese making Edam (summer only)
KEY: B Breakfast D Dinner
Eastern Rocker
The ultimate collision of history and modernity happen here in the arms of Eastern Europe. 8 days will jive you from London to Vienna, passing by windmill lands, gothic spires and some of the best partying cities on the European map.
Day 1 | London to Amsterdam
Join the Fly To Europe Team this morning in London, or this afternoon in Amsterdam. Londonites will pass the White Cliffs of Dover & chocolate famed Belgium. By night, the team will unite to explore Amsterdam's canals & gable houses. (D)
Day 2 | Amsterdam
A morning cycle will take us to a cheese farm in Edam & a clog maker's house, passing windmills & Dutch countryside at its finest. Museums, cafe's & boutique clubs will keep us entertained long into the evening. (B)
F Canal Cruise
Day 3 - 4 | Berlin
Whisking down the autobahn we'll arrive in the cool capital of Berlin. Two nights here will give us enough time to go deep into the city's creative culture, hopping from bars to galleries & historic sites galore. (B, D) (B)
F Cold War & Cold Drinks
Day 5 - 6 | Prague
After a stop in Dresden we'll find ourselves in the Czech Republic, within a medieval maze of pretty cobblestone streets. Bohemian Prague will steal our hearts for two nights with castles, cathedrals & a quirky persona. (B, D) (B)
F Prague bike tour
Day 7 | Vienna
A church made from over 40,000 human skeletons will be our last Czech site before entering Austria. In Vienna we'll soak up schnaps, strudel, & palaces. (B)
F A classic night out
Day 8 | Vienna
Our grand finale will take place in the schnaps & strudel mecca of Vienna. A cathedral, palace & opera house will take the pinch off our teary goodbyes. (B)
NIGHTS: 7 nights in quad-share hotel/hostel accommodation
INCLUDED MEALS: 7 breakfasts, 3 dinners
ESSENTIALS: See p.176 for more info on our essentials.
FREE TIME ADD-ONS:
F Volendam Dinner, Amsterdam
F Historical Walking Tour, Berlin
F Bike Tour, Prague (Summer only)
NO REGRETS INCLUSIONS:
- Visit a cheese farm & clog maker's house
- See the site of Checkpoint Charlie
KEY: B Breakfast D Dinner
Eastern Trail
Krakow & Ljubljana sound familiar? Probably not. That's because the Eastern Trail is about blazing a new trail. But just to keep things interesting we sandwich the obscure between hotspots like Venice & Vienna. It doesn't get much better than 9 brimming days to explore 6 European countries.
Day 1 | Vienna
Viennese culture is everywhere! Explore the city your way before meeting up with your Trip Manager & travel buddies tonight. (D)
Day 2 - 8 | Vienna to Rome
See days 9-15 of European Trail (p.58) itinerary, sightseeing & Free Time Add-Ons.
Day 9 | Rome
Tap into 'La Dolce Vita' of the "Eternal City"ť & explore this living museum of history before your trip ends & it's time for you to say goodbye to your travel mates. (B)
NIGHTS: 8 nights in quad-share hotel/hostel accommodation
INCLUDED MEALS: 8 breakfasts, 3 dinners
FREE TIME ADD-ONS:
F Pierogi Dinner, Krakow
F River Cruise with Dinner, Budapest
F Gondola Ride, Venice
NO REGRETS INCLUSIONS:
- Visit Auschwitz & Birkenau Concentration Camps
- Private boat through the canals of Venice
KEY: B Breakfast D Dinner
European Discovery
Wet your European appetite on the European Discovery. From a traditional German beer hall to a breathtaking Austrian mountain range, and a gelateria in Rome, you will get a taste for all the best bits, ticking off 9 countries in one trip. By the time you get back to London you'll be completely smitten by all things Europe.
ITINERARY
Day 1 | London to Amsterdam
Join the Fly To Europe Team this morning in London, or this afternoon in Amsterdam. Londonites will pass the White Cliffs of Dover & chocolate famed Belgium. By night, the team will unite to explore Amsterdam's canals & gable houses. (D)
F Evening canal boat cruise
Day 2 | Rhine Valley
After a morning roaming the eccentric streets of Amsterdam, we cruise to the wine villages & old world charm of the Rhine Valley. Ogling at river scenery & a lesson in crafting beer steins will fill up our first day in Germany. (B, D)
Day 3 | Munich
Saying goodbye to the Rhine we'll head on to the German city of Munich. Here in the home of Oktoberfest, we will be wowed by 800 years of history & a traditional Bavarian beer hall. (B)
Day 4 | Austrian Tyrol
Today we'll head out of Munich & on to Austria, with a stop in scenic Innsbruck before arriving in our Tyrolean mountain digs for the night. Tonight is all about mega chills in this scenic mountain village. (B, D)
Day 5 | Venice
Taking the stunning Brenner Pass past orchards & castles, we'll roll into Italy with our map set to Venice. Here we will fall head over heels for the "floating city,"ť with its artistic palazzi, markets & canal charm. (B)
F Gondola Ride
Day 6 - 7 | Rome
With our newfound appetite for all things Italian, we'll leave Venice & dart through the Apennine Mountains in search of Rome. Here we will spend two nights visiting historic monuments & ticking off the world's smallest country, the Vatican City. (B, D) (B)
F Emperors & Gladiators inc. Colosseum
Day 8 | Florence
Today we'll move out of Rome in search of Florence, watching grapevines roll over hills through rural Umbria en route. Once in Florence, a Local Guide will lead us through the secret streets & sacred art surrounding the majestic Duomo cathedral. (B)
F Tuscan Evening
Day 9 | Lucerne
After taking in our final piece of Italian eye candy, Lake Como, we'll steer into the heart of the Swiss Alps, enjoying scenic alpine vistas en route. Lucerne will greet us warmly with charm, chocolate & quaint cobbled lanes. (B)
Day 10 - 11 | Paris
Today a drive past the vineyards of Burgundy will take us to two nights in Paris - Oui merci! Here in the city of lights & love, we'll marvel at monuments (hello Eiffel Tower!) between boutique shopping & countless baguettes. (B, D) (B)
Day 12 | Paris
Whether you take your complimentary transfer to Paris CDG Airport (est. arr. 10:00am) or to central London, it will be sad goodbyes when our trip comes to an end (B)
NIGHTS: 11 nights twin or triple-share hotel accommodation.
INCLUDED MEALS: 11 breakfasts, 5 dinners
ESSENTIALS: An experienced Trip Manager & Driver team, air conditioned coach with charging points and WiFi.
FREE TIME ADD-ONS:
F Rafting, Tyrol (summer only)
F Tuscan Evening, Florence
F Cabaret Show & Dinner, Paris
NO REGRETS INCLUSIONS:
- Discover hidden Venice with our local specialist
- Gelato in Rome - on us
- Special access Rome sightseeing tour
KEY: B Breakfast D Dinner
European Encounter
Small budget, small window of time, big list of Must Dos? The European Encounter should do the trick. Make your way through 10 countries, catching some rays on the Italian Riviera, downing pizza in Rome & exploring castles in Prague. If you know a better way to spend just under two and a half weeks, we need to hear about it!
ITINERARY
Day 1 | Start London or Amsterdam
Ferry across the English Channel to the
vibrant city of Amsterdam via Belgium. (D)
- See the White Cliffs of Dover
- See Amsterdam's canals
Day 2 | Amsterdam to Berlin
Motor down the autobahn & enjoy Berlin's cutting edge arts, bar & club scene. (B, D)
- See the Tiergarten, Russian War Memorial, Brandenburg Gate & Reichstag building.
Day 3 | Berlin
Savour the mix of old & new in this ever changing city, full to the brim with historical treats. (B)
- See the site of Checkpoint Charlie
M Locally guided historical walking tour of Berlin
Day 4 | Berlin to Prague
Make your way to Prague, an ever modernising hub of Eastern European revival. (B, D)
- Take in the remains of the Berlin Wall - Visit the city of Dresden destroyed in World War II & known as the 'Florence of the North'
- See the rebuilt Baroque architecture of the Royal Residence, Zwinger Palace, Opera House & Frauenkirche in Dresden
Day 5 | Prague
Discover Gothic architecture, bargain price beer & Bohemian crystal beads. (B)
- See HradcŤany Castle, the Cathedral of St. Vitus & Wenceslas Square - Visit the Old Town Square & see the Astronomical Clock
M Czech folklore show & dinner
Day 6 | Prague to Salzburg
Head south to picture perfect Salzburg, home to Mozart & The Sound of Music. (B)
Day 7 | Salzburg to Venice
Wind through both the Austrian & Italian Alps into Venice's grand squares & art-filled palazzos. (B)
Day 8 | Venice to Rome
Say farewell to
the gondolas of Venice, before reaching the
jaw-dropping sights of ancient Rome. (B, D)
- See the Colosseum, Trevi Fountain & Pantheon
Day 9 | Rome
Tap into 'La Dolce Vita' of the 'Eternal City' & explore this living museum of history. (B)
- See St. Peter's Basilica in Vatican City
M Guided tour of Vatican
Day 10 | Rome to Florence
Pass through rural Umbria's vineyards into Renaissance Florence. A Local Guide gives you the inside track on the city's striking buildings & sacred art. (B)
- See the Duomo, Basilica Santa Croce, Giotto's Bell Tower & Piazza della Signoria
- Florentine leather craft demonstration
M Tuscan evening
Day 11 | Florence to Cinque Terre
Visit to the iconic Leaning Tower of Pisa & on to the Italian Riviera to explore the stunning five lands of the Cinque Terre. (B)
- Full day train pass to explore the Cinque Terre
- See the Leaning Tower of Pisa
Day 12 | Cinque Terre to Lucerne
Catch a glimpse of Lake Como before arriving in Lucerne, nestled in the Swiss Alps. (B, D)
- Scenic alpine drive
- See the wooden Chapel Bridge in Lucerne
Day 13 | Lucerne
Wander the cobbled streets of this beautiful lakeside town & shop for traditional Swiss treats. (B)
M Swiss mountain
Day 14 | Lucerne to Paris
Pass through the vineyards of Burgundy to the 'City of Lights'. Hotel (B, D)
Day 15 | Paris
Indulge in sophisticated Paris where you'll find magic, romance & history amongst the city's legendary icons. (B)
M Cabaret show & dinner
Day 16 | Depart Paris
Morning transfer to Paris CDG Airport or choose to take a complimentary transfer to central London & extend your stay. (B)
NIGHTS: 15 nights twin or triple-share hotel accommodation.
INCLUDED MEALS: 15 breakfasts, 6 dinners
ME TIME OPTIONALS:
M Guided City Walking Tour, Venice
M Cabaret Show & Dinner, Paris
NO REGRETS EXPERIENCES:
- See the East Side Gallery in Berlin
- Private boat through the canals of Venice
- Special access Rome sightseeing tour
- Explore Florence on foot with our Local Guide
- Exclusive 'Paris by Night' tour
FREE WIFI: Available on all Fly To Europe coaches
KEY: B Breakfast D Dinner
European Inspiration
A few weeks up your sleeve to really discover the west of Europe - no running around maniac style? Coasting around the best spots on The European Inspiration holiday is your answer. With 2-nights in each major location - think Paris, Prague, Florence, Berlin - you'll settle into the groove of Europe & know which places deserve a round two.
ITINERARY
Day 1 | Start London or Amsterdam
Meet up with your Fly To Europe Team this morning in London (or later in Amsterdam). (D)
- See the White Cliffs of Dover
- See Amsterdam's canals & gable houses by night
Day 2 | Amsterdam
Check out Amsterdam's museum, cafes & nightclubs. (B)
- Visit a cheese farm & clog maker's house
M Boat cruise along the canals
Day 3 | Amsterdam to Berlin
Motor down the autobahn & get ready for a dose of Berlin. (B, D)
- See the Tiergarten, Alexanderplatz, Russian War Memorial, Brandenburg Gate & historic Reichstag building
Day 4 | Berlin
Savour the mix of historical landmarks & cosmopolitan vibes in this uber cool city. (B)
- See the site of Checkpoint Charlie
M Locally guided walking tour
Day 5 | Berlin to Prague
Bite into some bratwurst in Dresden on your way to Prague. (B, D)
- Take in the artwork & Berlin Wall
Day 6 | Prague
Snake through the cobblestone streets to discover Gothic architecture & bargain price beer. (B)
- See HradcŤany Castle, the Cathedral of St. Vitus, Charles Bridge & Wenceslas Square
- Visit the Old Town Square & see the Astronomical Clock
Day 7 | Prague to Munich
Stop at the humbling Dachau Memorial before reaching Munich. (B)
- Visit Dachau Concentration Camp Memorial
- Visit a traditional beer hall
Day 8 | Munich
Don some lederhosen & have some fun in this cultural haven. (B, D)
- See the Glockenspiel & Marienplatz
Day 9 | Munich to Venice
Wind through the Austrian Alps via the Brenner Pass to Venice. (B, D)
- Scenic drive past vineyards, orchards & castles
Day 10 | Venice
Meander through the city's alleyways & canals. (B)
- Private motorboat to the historic islands
M Gondola ride along the canals
Day 11 | Venice to Rome
Say farewell to the "floating city"ť before reaching Rome. (B, D)
- See the Colosseum, the Roman Forum & Piazza Venezia
Day 12 | Rome
Explore this living museum & later, there's a chance to tour the Vatican museums. (B)
- See St. Peter's Basilica in Vatican City
Day 13 | Rome to Florence
Stop in the Tuscan hills for a cheese & wine tasting experience. (B, D)
Day 14 | Florence
A Local Guide shows you around one of Italy's most atmospheric cities. (B)
- See the Duomo, Basilica Santa Croce, Giotto's Bell Tower, the Baptistery & Piazza della Signoria
- Florentine leather craft demonstration
M Tuscan evening
Day 15 | Florence to Lucerne
Stop & check out the Leaning Tower of Pisa. (B, D)
- See the Leaning Tower of Pisa
- See Lucerne's wooden Chapel Bridge
Day 16 | Lucerne
Enjoy the alpine beauty of this lakeside town. (B)
Day 17 | Lucerne to Paris
Pass through the lush vineyards of Burgundy. (B, D)
- See the icons of Paris
Day 18 | Paris
Indulge in the magic, romance & history of Paris. (B)
- Visit a French perfumery
M Cabaret show & dinner
Day 19 | Depart Paris
Morning airport transfer or head back to London. (B)
NIGHTS: 18 nights twin or triple-share hotel accommodation.
INCLUDED MEALS: 18 breakfasts, 9 dinners
ME TIME OPTIONALS:
M Guided Walking Tour, Venice
M Mt Pilatus, Swiss Alps
M Cabaret Show & Dinner, Paris
NO REGRETS EXPERIENCES:
- Private boat through the canals of Venice
- Special access Rome sightseeing tour
- Wine tasting in Tuscany
- Explore Florence on foot with our Local Guide
FREE WIFI: Available on all Fly To Europe coaches
KEY: B Breakfast D Dinner
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