Day 1: Venice
To get to Venice from London we recommend www.ryanair.com, www.easyjet.com or www.ba.com. Make your own way to Venice for the start of the tour at 10:00 hrs. (Meeting point details will be sent to you after booking). The tour starts with a morning guided tour of the city, famous for water, romance and beauty.
(Overnight resort bungalow)
(Breakfast, Dinner)

Day 2: Venice - Ljubljana - Vienna
Today we drive through Slovenia and stop for lunch in its beautiful capital city. Ljubljana is benevolently protected by the Ljubljana Dragon and once you are here, you will understand why. This city is one of those charming little surprises that don't come along very often. Our local guide will let you in on all of Ljubljana's secrets, including the one about the love padlocks on the Butcher Bridge. In the afternoon we continue on to Vienna where you check into your hotel and proceed to explore the city on another walking tour.
(Overnight 3* hotel)
(Breakfast, Dinner)

Day 3: Vienna - Budapest
Today we head east towards one of the most beautiful cities in Europe - Budapest in Hungary. With numerous UNESCO World Heritage Sites to behold, we start our experience with a driving tour, and leave you with a free afternoon to explore Budapest as you wish. A walk down the famous Danube River is the perfect finish to a perfect day.
(Overnight 3* hotel)
(Breakfast)

Day 4: Budapest - Bratislava - Prague
Continuing on our journey of Eastern Europe, we head north towards Slovakia with our destination being Bratislava. Once again the Danube River is a major feature of this city. Boasting amazing architecture, history and natural landscapes, the warmth of the people will capture your heart immediately. Historically known for building VW cars, the manufacture of furniture, and musical instruments; if you listen closely, Bratislava has many interesting tales to tell. After our stop we continue to Prague where we have a walking tour to learn about this amazing city.
(Overnight hotel)
(Breakfast, Dinner)

Day 5: Prague free day
Free day to explore this beautiful city in the Czech Republic. Prague has been described as the 'Jewel in the Crown' of central Europe and now that you have some free time, why not find out why. It is situated on the Vltava River with one of its most spectacular sights being the Charles Bridge. This spectacular bridge joins the 'old town' and the 'new town'. Prague's dramatic history is reflected in the beauty of the architecture of churches, opera houses and concert halls and a mention has to be made of Prague's Castle. If you need another reason to visit the Czech Republic then maybe it is worth remembering that it is the home of the "green fairy"… That's right, the Czech Republic is were Absinthe has its origins.
(Overnight hotel)
(Breakfast)

Day 7: Rhine Valley
This morning we continue into Germany, where your Rhine Valley experience awaits: Enjoy a drink as the Rhine River boat takes you to your hotel in the heart of Rhine Valley. Sights along the way include the most concentrated stretch of castles in Europe, vineyards, cliffs and medieval German towns. After dinner, why not go on a pub-crawl, taste the local German beers and enjoy the real hospitality of the locals and the pub owners, or why not take a relaxing stroll along the river and take time out to recharge.
(Overnight 2 or 3* hotel)
(Breakfast, Dinner)

Day 8: Volendam, Amsterdam
We continue on to the Netherlands and visit the famous village of Volendam and then continue to the windmill village of Zaanse Schans, famous for the making of wooden shoes, or "klompe". We finish our countryside tour with a cheese farm visit. Of course, the artwork is edible and the Dutch won't let you leave before you realise there is more to cheese than cheddar. From the countryside, we make our way back to the city for an afternoon walking tour of the world famous Amsterdam "Red Light District", which leaves the afternoon free to explore the canals, or Anne Frank's House, Dam Square, van Gogh Museum or maybe a bicycle tour… and the night open to paint the town red!
(Overnight 3* hotel)
(Breakfast, Dinner)

Day 9: : Amsterdam free day
Free time to explore Amsterdam. See canals, Anne Frank's House, Dam Square, van Gogh Museum. Do a bicycle tour.
(Overnight 3* hotel)
(Breakfast)

Day 10: Amsterdam - Bruges - London
After breakfast it's back to London, stopping en route for a short visit to the ancient city of Bruges, famous for many things including beer and chocolates!
(Breakfast)

Please note that this tour is connected with the 22 day Best of Europe tour that starts in London 14 days before the start of this tour. If you would prefer to join the full tour, click here: Best of Europe