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24 Day Fly & Tour Holiday Across 15 Countries from London
Book By 30 April 2024
24 Day Fly & Tour Holiday Across 15 Countries from London
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Your Holiday at a Glance
Travelling from cosmopolitan London, England through 15 fantastic European countries, this trip of a lifetime showcases Europe’s finest destinations. Dine with locals in London, Vienna & Rome. Wander through Lucerne, the Tuscan region and Venice and explore the history-rich streets and plazas of Ljubljana, Bratislava, Bruges and Dresden. Sample champagne in France, beer in Munich and balsamic vinegar in Modena! Enjoy the company of your friendly tour leader and driver in premium coach transport, joining expert local guides across Italy, Czech Republic, Germany and Austria. Take advantage of free time to explore your own way in Paris, Lucerne, Rome, Vienna, Berlin and Amsterdam.
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Welcome to England! Upon arrival, make your own way to your hotel to check in and relax for the rest of the day.
Note: Due to flight times and scheduling, you are likely to depart Australia on Day 0. Final documents will confirm travel timings.
After a relaxed start to the day, join your Tour Leader and group for an orientation tour of Greenwich and cruise along the River Thames. Look out for London’s most famous sights including Tower Bridge and Big Ben. Enjoy the afternoon to explore London on your own or join an optional walking tour featuring the Highlights of Westminster. Meet up with your fellow travellers in the evening for a group dinner at a traditional local pub.
Depart London after breakfast this morning, crossing the English Channel to Paris, ‘The City of Lights and Love’. Enjoy a driving tour of the French capital, passing many of the city’s most treasured landmarks, including the Eiffel Tower, Notre Dame and the Arc de Triomphe. After the city tour, enjoy dinner at a restaurant in the famously electric and historic Latin Quarter. Then travel back to the hotel, experiencing Paris’ world famous metro system.
Enjoy a full day in Paris today, free to explore however you choose. Follow the Seine River from neighbourhood to neighbourhood as it flows through the heart of the city. Or, choose an optional  river cruise to float past the grandeur of the Louvre and Grand Palais, see Notre Dame cathedral and epic Eiffel Tower. Famous architecture and legendary landmarks are scattered through the compact city, along with elegant shops and sophisticated cafes. Your Tour Leader will have plenty of ideas and local knowledge, including recommendations of special places to eat and drink.
This morning, we depart Paris and head east to the champagne region of Reims to taste one of France’s most famous and highly prized exports – champagne! Then continue to Luxembourg, for free time to explore the capital of one of Europe’s smallest countries. Luxembourg City features a charming UNESCO-listed centre with plenty of restaurants and cafés. After a long day of travelling and sightseeing, settle in for the night in the Rhine Valley where you can enjoy an included dinner.
This morning head into Germany’s Schwarzwald, home of delicious Black Forest gâteau, cuckoo clocks and Hansel and Gretel. Visit an authentic German cuckoo clock shop in the heart of the forest. The tour continues to the stunning Rhine Falls- Europe’s largest waterfall. There’s time to explore, with the option to take a boat ride on the falls (at your own expense). Moving into Switzerland, the tour will head to the beautiful city of Lucerne where your tour leader will give you a quick orientation tour before travelling on to your accommodation.
Today have free time to enjoy the Lucerne region. All the ingredients for the quintessentially picturesque Swiss experience are here – crystal-clear lake, snow-capped mountains, and iconic landmarks like the Chapel Bridge and Water Tower. Wander through the cobblestone streets of the old town, adorned with colourful buildings and adorned with frescoed facades, while enjoying the serene ambiance of this enchanting place. Experience the rich cultural scene through music, art, and festivals that thrive in this city. Lucerne invites you to indulge in its culinary delights, from traditional Swiss cuisine to international flavours.
Four countries in one day! Our first is the Alpine principality of Liechtenstein, the sixth smallest nation in the world. Stroll around and enjoy the scenery in the capital, Vaduz. Then visit Neuschwanstein Castle, a 19th Century German hilltop castle and the inspiration for the famous Disneyland castle. Entrance to the castle is included. Our final destination of the day is Innsbruck, Austria. Home to Austria’s third-largest student population, there’s no shortage of vibrant bars and beer gardens to enjoy. Your tour leader will introduce you to the city on a quick orientation tour.
This morning, we head into Italy, one of the most visited destinations in the world. We begin our Italian adventure in Florence, a city steeped in Renaissance art, culture, and history. This city is bursting with bustling piazzas, streets lined with quaint cafes, artisan shops, and historic buildings. Enjoy free time to immerse yourself in the city’s vibrant atmosphere, see iconic sights including the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore and the Ponte Vecchio and perhaps visit one of the many galleries that are home to Renaissance masters like Titian, Botticelli, Michelangelo, and Leonardo da Vinci. Finish the day with a delicious, included Tuscan dinner.
Today the road will lead to us to Rome, but first Pisa beckons with its iconic Leaning Tower. Now over 800 years old, this architectural marvel that defies gravity is a must-see and presents the perfect opportunity to take a classic tourist photo. Later in Rome, your local Roman tour guide will introduce you to the city and many historic sites, including the Spanish Steps, Pantheon and Piazza Navona, and optionally, the Colosseum. Our first day in Rome comes to a close with an included dinner later this evening.
Rome boasts ancient ruins, historical landmarks, religious buildings and a buzz like no other, and today is a full free day to explore the city! Why not pay a visit to the Colosseum or the Roman Forum and drift backwards in time to when gladiators, chariots and lions dominated the arena? One of the best areas for sampling authentic Roman food is in Trastevere where restaurants, favoured by the locals, serve original and classic dishes you may not find elsewhere. Or use this free day to travel to the Vatican
City – the smallest country in the world! Explore St Peter’s Basilica, see the incredible displays in the museums and admire Michelangelo’s artwork in the Sistine Chapel.
An extra free day in Rome gifts us the chance to explore hidden gems, indulge in more gelato, and soak up the city’s timeless beauty just a little longer. Another option is to take a day trip from Rome to Pompeii (at your own expense). Walking the ancient streets of this remarkably preserved city provides a glimpse into the daily life of an ancient civilization frozen in time by the catastrophic eruption of Mount Vesuvius. The opportunity to witness history firsthand, explore ruins, and immerse oneself in the rich tapestry of Pompeii’s past makes it an unmissable experience for any traveller seeking to uncover the wonders of the ancient world.
Leave the churches and basilicas behind today and head to the canals of Venice. On arrival, take an orientation walking tour with your tour leader to see sights including the Rialto Bridge and St Marks Square. You’ll have the option to explore Venice the traditional way – from the canals on a gondola ride (not included), which gives you a completely different perspective and appreciation for the amazing structure of this unique destination.
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Head for Zagreb; Croatia’s capital today, after driving through the Slovenian capital Ljubljana, who’s castles, stunning architecture and natural beauty pack a punch more powerful than its small size would suggest. Once in Zagreb, your tour leader will take you on an orientation walk of this fascinating city. Explore the interesting mix of Hapsburg and Communist architecture, learn historical and cultural facts, and get a glimpse of everyday life in this charming city. Check into the hotel with time to freshen up before the included dinner this evening.
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Cross into Hungary and head for the capital, Budapest today. Cited as one of the most beautiful cities in Europe, it straddles the historic Danube River and boasts numerous UNESCO World Heritage Sites – its natural geo-thermal springs are a highlight. Enjoy a driving tour of the city, and then use your free time this evening to explore, or join an optional excursion to the Széchenyi Medicinal Bath, one of the most famous icons of the city and Europe’s largest medicinal bath.
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Travel through Bratislava this morning. Surrounded by mountains, vineyards, ski runs and wilderness, Bratislava is a charming city. Your tour leader will take you on an orientation tour to see some of the main sights. Later in Vienna, a local guide will take a walking and driving tour of the Austrian capital, renown as a centre for art and culture in Europe for centuries and host to some of the world’s leading musical minds including Haydn, Mozart and Beethoven. Vienna is also a modern city, with a vibrant café and restaurant culture to explore in the evening.
Enjoy a free day to explore Vienna. History fans should check out the incredible palaces of the era – Schönbrunn Palace and the Belvedere. Classical music lovers can enjoy a concert by one of the greatest composers of the Viennese classical period, Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart.
Today we’re off to the Czech Republic! Prague is a beautiful city, boasting elaborate baroque, gothic, art nouveau and cubist architecture, with quirky bars, cobbled lanes and secluded courtyards. Known for its brilliant beer and abundance of history, any exploration of Prague will be a memorable one. A local guide will introduce you to the must-see sights of the city, before a free afternoon to explore more at your own pace. You have the option to experience a traditional Czech folk music and dancing evening including a traditional four-course meal tonight.
Our first destination today is a lunch stop in the German city of Dresden. Virtually rebuilt from the ground up after bombing attacks in WW2 destroyed the city centre, Dresden is immaculate and stylish. Try some local German food – such as Bratwurst, and wander around the beautifully paved streets. Then carry on to the capital of Germany, Berlin. Your tour leader will introduce you to the city on a driving orientation tour – stopping to see such poignant locations as the Brandenburg Gate, the Reichstag, Memorial to the Murdered Jews of Europe and Checkpoint Charlie.
Enjoy a free day to further explore the history and modern culture of the German capital. Berlin offers numerous free museums and galleries to visit, which all contribute to the understanding of this city’s modern history.
Journey on to The Netherlands this morning; notice the landscape change to windmills and waterways as you approach Amsterdam. This evening enjoy a canal cruise accompanied by interesting commentary about the city’s development and history. After seeing the bridges and city from the waterside, sample local cuisine at an included dinner before free time to hit the cafés, bars and coffee shops.
You have a full free day to experience the delights of Amsterdam, with numerous museums and art galleries to choose from. Why not visit Anne Frank’s house, the Van Gogh museum, take a bicycle tour or wander the streets and canals? Alternatively, you can join your tour leader on a Dutch countryside optional excursion, or indulge in modern and contemporary art at the MOCO Museum followed by a history lesson on Dutch Gin with a rewarding cocktail to conclude.
Say farewell to Amsterdam and head to the medieval city of Bruges, in Belgium this morning. Enjoy free time to stroll along cobblestone streets, admire historic buildings, stock up on Belgian chocolate or sample a Belgian waffle. After Bruges, it’s time to complete the last leg of the journey back to London.
At the appropriate time, make your own way to the airport for your flight home.
Note: Due to flight times and scheduling, you will arrive in Australia on Day 25 or 26. Final documents will confirm travel timings.
Price based on tour starting:
06 November 2024
08 November 2024
17 November 2024
09 February 2025
Extra charges apply for:
10 July 2024* (+$500pp)
04 August 2024* (+$200pp)
18 August 2024* (+$200pp)
25 August 2024* (+$200pp)
15 September 2024* (+$200pp)
25 September 2024* (+$200pp)
29 September 2024* (+$500pp)
06 October 2024* (+$200pp)
09 October 2024* (+$200pp)
16 October 2024* (+$200pp)
22 March 2025* (+$500pp)
12 April 2025* (+$600pp)
03 May 2025* (+$200pp)
24 May 2025* (+$200pp)
14 June 2025* (+$700pp)
05 July 2025* (+$700pp)
26 July 2025* (+$500pp)
16 August 2025* (+$500pp)
06 September 2025* (+$500pp)
Dates marked with an asterisk are subject to a high-season surcharge
Price based on departing from Melbourne, Perth, Sydney
Extra charges apply for:
Itinerary
Our multi-country Europe tours are carefully designed to give a real insight into the highlights, culture and beauty of each country. Each day will be different, with a combination of travel days, sightseeing and free time to explore or take a breather as you wish.
Accommodation
While you will not spend much time in the hotels, each has been carefully selected to suit the size and needs of the group. They may not be centrally located, but are typically near public transport options, and your friendly driver will provide a helpful orientation tour on arrival into many of the cities you visit. Our accommodation is a range of styles; including hotels, resorts and lodges, generally of a quality 3 star or higher local rating.
Coaches
Our elegant coaches come equipped with safety belts, reclining seats, air-conditioning, onboard toilets, huge windows and plenty of legroom to ensure that your coach tour is a pleasure from the moment you set foot on the bus and throughout your journey.
Tour Leader
Your tour leader will be experienced, friendly and passionate to share each destination with you. They will be on hand to offer suggestions for extra activities, local dining options and more while you are on tour.
Pace
The pace of this tour is fast and lively. The on-the-go nature of multi-country Europe travel rewards you with maximum sightseeing opportunities but involves early starts and several long travel days, with one to two nights in each destination on average. Scheduled free days allow some downtime, or alternatively, you have the flexibility to explore further and book optional programs directly with the guide.
Fitness
A medium level of fitness is required. You are required to move about unassisted, including boarding and alighting vehicles and other forms of transportation, walking up and down flights of stairs, and navigating occasional uneven or steep terrain. You will be required to carry your own bags to and from hotels, stations and terminals. This trip is not suitable for travellers requiring wheelchairs, mobility scooters, larger walking aids or facilities for disabled guests. Other walking aids may be permitted if you are able move about unassisted at the required pace. For advice on whether this trip is suitable for you, you must disclose physical ailments at the time of booking.
Group Size
You will meet like-minded travellers on tour and may even make lifelong friends. The maximum group size is approximately 48 per vehicle.
Meals
Breakfast at hotels is typically continental buffet style cold dishes and basic hot dishes. Lunch and dinners are typically authentic meals purposefully chosen to complement the local experience.
Refer to Important Info for details.
ACCOMMODATION
While you will not spend much time in the hotels, each has been carefully selected to suit the size and needs of the group. They may not be centrally located, but are typically near public transport options, and your friendly driver will provide a helpful orientation tour on arrival into many of the cities you visit. Our accommodation is a range of styles, including hotels, resorts, and lodges, generally of a quality 3 star or higher local rating.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Exclusions
Meals not stated, drinks on meals, airport transfers, travel insurance (strongly recommended), optional programs, visas (if required), tipping, personal expenses and anything not explicitly specified are at your own expense.
Payment
A first deposit from $499 per person is required to secure your booking. A second deposit (partial payment) is due 10 months before departure – the amount to be advised at the time of booking. The final balance is due 5 months before departure. Full payment is due at the time of booking for departures within 5 months.
Solo Occupancy
A single supplement from $2200 per person for travel in 2024, and from $2500 per person for travel in 2025, is payable in addition to the twin share price for solo occupancy.
Triple Share
Triple share is not available.
Extra Accommodation
Extend your stay in London with pre- or post-tour accommodation for one or two nights at the same hotel as the main tour, inclusive of breakfast, starting from $360 per room per night, subject to availability. Please note that transfers are not included.
Child
This tour is best enjoyed by adult travellers and is generally not suitable for children under 10 years of age. Children 10 years and above are subject to the adult price and must be accompanied by an adult.
Price
Surcharges may apply for select travel periods and departure cities. Prices are correct at time of publication and are subject to availability, change, cancellation or withdrawal without notice. All prices are in Australian dollars per person twin share unless stated otherwise.
Amendment
Each amendment is subject to a fee from $75 per person. Additional fees and fare differences from third-party suppliers including air, tour, cruise and accommodation providers may apply.
Cancellation
Cancellation is subject to a fee from $550 per person. Additional fees and fare differences from third-party suppliers including air, tour, cruise and accommodation providers may apply.
Deviation
Any request to deviate from the original dates or routing, including early arrival and stay behind, is subject to a flight deviation fee from $150 per person plus applicable airfare and tax difference. Packaged tour extensions are not subject to the deviation fee (applicable airfare and tax difference may still apply) if booked according to the original advertised dates and routing.
Passport
Each customer must provide a copy of the passport photo page at the time of booking. It is the responsibility of the customer to ensure all names are full names exactly matched to the passport with six months validity beyond trip completion. The customer is liable for all fees due to incorrect names, invalid passport information and expired passports.
Visa
A visa is generally not required for Australian passport holders visiting Europe for the purpose of short-term tourism, however, this policy is subject to change without notice. Visa requirements for each origin and destination country are the responsibility of the customer to check and obtain (if required) with the local consulate or embassy. The customer is liable for all visa application costs and fees due to the failure to obtain the required travel documents.
Fitness
A medium level of fitness is required. You are required to move about unassisted, including boarding and alighting vehicles and other forms of transportation, walking up and down flights of stairs, and navigating occasional uneven or steep terrain. You will be required to carry your own bags to and from hotels, stations and terminals. This trip is not suitable for travellers requiring wheelchairs, mobility scooters, larger walking aids or facilities for disabled guests. Other walking aids may be permitted if you are able move about unassisted at the required pace. For advice on whether this trip is suitable for you, you must disclose physical ailments at the time of booking.
Pace
The pace of this tour is fast and lively. The on-the-go nature of multi-country Europe travel rewards you with maximum sightseeing opportunities but involves early starts and several long travel days – see the itinerary for distances travelled. One to two nights at each destination is standard. Scheduled free days allow some downtime, or alternatively, you have the flexibility to explore further and book optional programs directly with the guide (at your own expense).
Health
It is the responsibility of the customer to check and comply with the health, vaccination, COVID-19 and immigration requirements of each origin and destination country, and health requirements imposed by air, tour, cruise and accommodation providers. Vaccinations, testing and quarantine costs are the expense of the customer. Comprehensive travel insurance with COVID-19 coverage is strongly recommended.
Baggage
Each person is entitled to a strict maximum of one bag not exceeding 20kg on tour, superseding any other baggage allowance. You are strongly encouraged to pack lightly. A light day bag or backpack is permitted on the coach. Porterage is not included and you are required to carry your own bags. Luggage and personal effects are your own risk and we hold no liability for lost or damaged belongings.
Meals
Accommodation providers typically offer continental buffet style breakfasts with cold dishes and basic hot dishes, and special dietary requirements cannot be requested for breakfast. Included dinners are typically authentic meals purposefully chosen to complement the local experience. For meals not included, you will be taken to places with options where possible. Please notify us at the time of booking of any special dietary requirements and allergies. We endeavour to pass on your dietary requirements but cannot guarantee that they can be met as certain choices, aside from vegetarian, may be limited or not catered for. You are encouraged to reconfirm requirements with your tour leader whilst on tour.
Accommodation
A range of accommodation styles including hotels, resorts and lodges are carefully selected to suit the prevailing size of the group. The accommodation may not be located in the city or town centre, but are typically chosen to be near public transport options. Accommodation names referenced are to be used as an indicative guide for the standard of accommodation to expect. Actual accommodation names may differ and will be confirmed on your final documentation. All hotel ratings are local or self-ratings provided by the supplier. All rooms are lead-in category or run of house unless otherwise specified. The standard check-in time is after 3pm and check-out is before 10am – actual times may vary.
Tipping
Tipping for guides and drivers is discretionary and strongly recommended as a gesture of appreciation for the service provided. It is customary to tip the tour leader and driver at the end of the tour an amount from €5 Euro per person per day.
Flights
The outbound flight may depart one day prior to day 1 shown on the itinerary. The inbound flight may arrive one day after the final day shown on the itinerary. Flights are booked approximately 8 to 10 months prior to departure. The flights included in your package are based on a specific predetermined airfare allowance. Should there be a significant increase in airfares, fuel surcharges, taxes or government fees at the time of booking flights, then an airfare supplement may be imposed. The flights team will discuss options with you prior to ticketing, should this situation arise. Flights may not operate daily or directly to your destination. No show of any flight sectors will result in the automatic cancellation of all onward flights by the airline.
Fuel
In the unlikely event of a significant increase in fuel costs levied by third-party air, land and cruise transportation operators before travel, a fuel supplement may be passed on to the customer.
Group Size
You will meet like-minded travellers on tour and may even make lifelong friends. This holiday will proceed with a minimum group size of approximately 30 passengers and a maximum group size of approximately 48 passengers. If the tour does not operate, you will be offered a credit.
Coaches
Our elegant coaches come equipped with safety belts, reclining seats, air-conditioning, onboard toilets, huge windows and plenty of legroom to ensure that your coach tour is a pleasure from the moment you set foot on the bus and throughout your journey. Onboard wifi is not available due to the nature of cross country travel.
Tour Extensions
Packaged tour extensions must be booked at least 10 months before departure or before flights are issued.
Optional Programs
A list of optional programs will be provided on your final documentation or during the tour. Optional programs must be booked directly with the guide and paid in the local currency.
Itinerary
The operating schedule and itinerary may be impacted without notice by adverse weather, seasonal factors, closures, local conditions, COVID-19 or other factors beyond our control including force majeure. If attractions are not available due to reasons beyond our control such as closures or adverse weather, alternatives will be provided where possible. The itinerary and its order, sightseeing and transportation may be adjusted as deemed appropriate by the operator for optimum safety, enjoyment and operation. Any reference to ‘optional’, ‘not included’ or ‘exclusions/excluded’ means at your own expense.
Breakaway
Customers must remain with the tour group at all times and must not leave the tour unless written approval is provided before departure.
Documentation
Final documentation will be emailed within two weeks of departure. For packages consisting of multiple tours or countries, documentation will be emailed individually within two weeks of departure of each respective tour.
Travel Insurance
Travel insurance is not included and is strongly recommended. Ask our holiday experts for great coverage options.
Force Majeure
Force majeure means any natural disaster, accident, fire, act of God, act of war, terrorism, legally binding judgment, injunction, action of a court or other relevant authority, emergency, unplanned repairs, maintenance, strike, industrial dispute, work ban, blockade or picketing, travel ban, pandemic, epidemic or outbreak of infectious disease, or other event beyond our reasonable direct or indirect control. In case of force majeure or other extraordinary event that prevents safe travel, the supplier reserves the right to adjust, postpone or cancel the trip.
Product Code: MT-1598
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