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This tour is perfect if you want to see Europe but don’t have a lot of time on the clock. From pumping rapids in the Tyrol to wine tasting in the Rhine Valley & admiring super yachts in the Riviera, on this trip you’ll experience it all.
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Head up to the Sacre Coeur in Paris for an unbeatable view of the city, then wind your way down through the quaint artistic scene in Montmartre.
European Encounter 18 Days What’s Included:
Itinerary & sightseeing Days 1-2: Depart Canada/ Arrive London Check-in to the Imperial Hotel, then free time to explore London. Day 3: London to Amsterdam Meet up with your Contiki team. Ferry across the English Channel & head to the free-wheeling, vibrant city of Amsterdam via Belgium. (D) See the White Cliffs of Dover See Amsterdam’s canals & gable houses by night
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Day 4: Amsterdam Hop on a bike & peddle past windmills in the scenic village of Edam, world-famous for its namesake cheese. Afterwards, check out Amsterdam’s myriad of museums, trendy cafés & notoriously fun nightclubs. (B) Visit a cheese farm & clog maker’s house
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Day 5: Amsterdam to Rhine Valley Follow the river to the Rhine Valley with its charming wine villages & old-time German atmosphere. (B,D) Scenic Rhine River cruise (summer departures only) See the Lorelei Rock
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Day 6: Rhine Valley to Lucerne Following the Rhine River, weave through castle-dotted valleys & rolling vineyards on the way to Lucerne, nestled in the breathtaking Swiss Alps. (B,D) Scenic Alpine drive See the Wooden Chapel Bridge in Lucerne
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Day 7: Lucerne Breathe in the Alpine beauty of this lakeside town as you spend the day exploring. Wander the cobbled streets of this gorgeous mountain setting & shop for goods that Switzerland is known for - watches, chocolate & Swiss Army knives (B)
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See the Bridge of Sighs, the Doge’s Palace & St. Mark’s Square
Day 10: Venice to Rome As we farewell Venice, get ready to shop up a storm & flash the cash at a designer outlet mall stop in Barberino, before reaching ancient Rome. (B,D) See the Colosseum, the Roman Forum, Piazza Venezia, Trevi Fountain, Pantheon & Piazza Navona See St. Peter’s Basilica in Vatican City
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Day 11: Rome Tap into ‘La Dolce Vita’ of the “Eternal City” & explore this living museum. Later, there’s a chance to delve into history with a tour of the Vatican Museums including the Sistine Chapel. (B) Day 12: Rome to Florence Pass through rural Umbria’s rolling hills & terraced vineyards to 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, the Baptistry & Piazza della Signoria Florentine leather craft demo
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Day 13: Florence to French Riviera Stop & check out Pisa’s famous architectural wonder en route to the glamorous French Riviera. Later, rub shoulders with the rich & famous in Monaco & Monte Carlo! (B) See the Leaning Tower of Pisa
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Day 8: Lucerne to Innsbruck Twist & turn through scenic Alpine vistas to Innsbruck. Soak up the sights & discover Tyrolean specialty shops in its medieval old town. (B,D) Visit the capital of Liechtenstein, Vaduz See the Golden Roof, Royal Palace & Olympic Ski Jump in Innsbruck
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See the Royal Palace in Monaco Visit a Monte Carlo casino
Day 14: French Riviera Do as the locals do - stroll through outdoor markets, shop the upscale boutiques & sun worship on the beach. (B,D) Day 15: French Riviera to Château de Fontager Travel north & take a lunch break in Provence’s graceful city, Avignon. Arrive at Château de Fontager & enjoy its large pool, lovely grounds & charming locale on the Rhone River. Contiki Feature Hotel (B,D) Visit a French perfumery Visit Avignon & see the Papal Palace
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Day 16: Château de Fontager to Paris Leave the authentic medieval castle behind & pass through wine country on the road to the glittering “City of Lights.” (B,D) See Chablis & Burgundy vineyards See the Eiffel Tower, Arc de Triomphe, the Louvre, the Champs-Élysées & Notre Dame Cathedral
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Day 17: Paris Indulge in sophisticated Paris where you’ll find magic, romance & history amongst the city’s legendary icons. (B) Day 18: Depart Paris Morning transfer to Paris CDG Airport (est. arr. 10:00am) or choose to take a complimentary transfer to central London & extend your stay. (B)
Code: BBHX summer 2012 Depart Canada
Start London
Finish Paris or London
C$ pp
Apr Apr May May May May Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jul Jul Jul
Apr May May May Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul
2925 2925 2995 2995 3069 3069 3069 3069 3069 3069 3069 3069 3069 3069 3145 3145 3145
2012 Apr Apr May May May May May Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jul Jul Jul
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Depart Canada
Start London
Finish Paris or London
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Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Aug Aug Aug Aug Aug Sep Sep Sep Sep Oct Oct
Jul Aug Aug Aug Aug Aug Aug Sep Sep Sep Sep Sep Oct Oct Oct Oct
3145 3145 3145 3145 3145 3069 2995 2995 2995 3069 3069 3069 3069 3069 3069 2925
2012 13 27 4 11 18 25 1 6 8 15 20 22 27 29 4 6 11
28 12 19 26 2 9 16 21 23 30 5 7 12 14 19 21 26
Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Aug Aug Aug Aug Aug Sep Sep Sep Sep Oct Oct
11 16 18 23 25 1 8 15 22 29 5 12 19 26 3 10
13 18 20 25 27 3 10 17 24 31 7 14 21 28 5 12
28 2 4 9 11 18 25 1 8 15 22 29 6 13 20 27
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2012 Oct Oct Nov Nov Nov Dec Dec Dec Dec Dec Dec Dec Dec
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Nov Nov Nov Nov Dec Dec Dec Dec Dec Dec Jan Jan Jan
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2355 2355 2299 2299 2299 2299 2299 2299 2299 2375 2375 2375 2375
23 meals: 15 continental breakfasts (B) 8 three-course dinners (D) An experienced & professional Tour Manager & Driver team Modern, air-conditioned coach with electrical outlets for charging Sightseeing tours of all major cities plus orientations in all other destinations Hotel tips, local taxes & service charges Ferry crossings
Code: WWHZ winter 2012/13 2012
16 nights twin or tripleshare accommodation: 1 night in Contiki’s Feature Hotel, 15 nights in hotels (more on p.28-29)
Dec 26
Dec 28
Jan 12 2375
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2013 Dec Jan Jan Jan Jan Feb Feb Feb Mar Mar
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16 18 26 2 17 3 10 17 31 7
2375 2375 2375 2375 2245 2245 2245 2245 2285 2285
Prices above are land only & do not include airfares. We have great air deals linking major Canadian gateways with all the start/end cities in this brochure. Ask your Contiki sales agent or your travel agent for a fly ‘n’ tour quote. Prices above are based on twin-share. If you’re travelling solo, we can share you with a same sex room-mate at no extra cost (either twin or triple-share). BBHX - Summer 2012 Single room supplement of C$779. WWHZ - Winter 2012/13 Single room supplement of C$599. Triple-share reduction of 5% is available based on twin-share tour price. Tour starts 7:30am in London & ends approx. 10:00am at Paris CDG airport or 6:30pm in London. For more ways to save see p.19. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see p.150. For travel insurance see p.149. For details of winter tours between Oct 2011 - Mar 2012, speak to Contiki or your travel agent.
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SAV E Pay 12 months in advance you save C$229. Or pay 6 months in advance & save up to C$149. See p.19 for details.
10 World Heritage sites visited
The Colosseum, Rome
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Day 9: Innsbruck to Venice Wind through the Alps via the Brenner Pass to Italy. Meander through the ‘floating city’ & find grand squares, art-filled palazzos & interesting little shops. (B) Scenic drive past vineyards, orchards & castles Private motorboat to the historic islands
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Château de Fontager
Barberino designer outlet shopping
Rhine Valley
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