The Best Of Europe
18
Days Europe Holiday Safari
Safari Overview
A European tour should include the most popular and exciting cities, the must-see sights, picturesque scenery, and a mix of culture, history, and just plain fun. On this Best of Europe tour, you’ll experience all of this and more. You will start with visiting London, the British capital, where you could join one of our optional excursions or just spend time at leisure discovering the city on your own. From there, you’ll take the Eurostar train to Brussels and then carry on your journey by coach to discover many interesting continental destinations. Guided sightseeing includes the must-see sights, including those that will delight history fans.
See Amsterdam’s canals; Rome’s St Peter Square; Florence’s Renaissance old city centre with a replica of the “David” by Michelangelo; Pompeii, where you’ll see what life was like during the Roman Empire before Mount Vesuvius erupted in 79 AD; Paris’s most famous landmarks, and much more. On this comprehensive European tour, you’ll also enjoy spectacular scenery. You’ll drive through the picturesque Rhineland with its scenic countryside, historic castles, and charming villages, and you’ll enjoy breathtaking views of the Italian and French Rivieras.
Sit back and relax as you drive past the Burgundy vineyards in France and through gorgeous alpine scenery from Switzerland to Italy. Marvel at the beauty of Tuscany with its rural villages, rolling hills, vineyards, rows of cypress trees, and olive groves. You’ll stand in awe as you witness the blue sea and amazing views on the Sorrento coast and on the legendary island of Capri, and you’ll love the green hills and valleys as you travel through Umbria to visit Assisi. All of this and more await you on this dream European holiday designed for value-minded travellers! Countries Explored: England, Belgium, Holland, Germany, Switzerland, Italy and France.
18
Days / 17 Nights
Safari in Europe Holiday
Business Tour
DAY 1
Arrive In London, England
Check into your hotel. In the afternoon, you may want to start exploring the lively British capital. Uniformed hosts and the Kim Tours are available to help you make the most of your stay.
DAY 2
London
DINNER & OVERNIGHT AT
London Novotel London West (First-Class)
A full day to savour a variety of optional activities: take a panoramic tour of London's landmarks, visit the Tower of London, or choose an excursion to Windsor Castle. Tonight, we recommend our optional Taste of London excursion with dinner, followed by a guided illumination cruise on the River Thames. (B)
DAY 3
London - Brussels - Amsterdam, The Netherlands
DINNER & OVERNIGHT AT
Amsterdam Holiday Inn Express Arena Towers (Superior Tourist-Class)
Transfer to the railway station and board the Eurostar train to Brussels with your Tour Director. Take a seat on your luxury motorcoach for the drive to the Amsterdam area. Today's Distance by coach: 127 mi/ 203 km (B)
DAY 4
Amsterdam - Wiesbaden, Germany
DINNER & OVERNIGHT AT
Holiday Inn Express Wiesbaden (Superior Tourist-Class)
Today, enjoy an included canal cruise to see the city from water level with a Local Guide, then stop at a diamond centre to watch the cutting and polishing of precious stones. This afternoon, continue your journey to Wiesbaden. Today's Distance: 258 mi/ 415 km (B)
DAY 5
Wiesbaden - Heidelberg - Lucerne, Switzerland
DINNER & OVERNIGHT AT
Lucerne Drei Koenige (Superior Tourist-Class)
Drive through the picturesque Rhineland and enjoy splendid scenery as you skirt the Rhine river. Visit Heidelberg, Germany's oldest university town, located near the confluence of the Neckar and Rhine Rivers, then continue to Switzerland. Today's Distance: 270 mi/ 435 km (B)
DAY 6
Lucerne
DINNER & OVERNIGHT AT
Lucerne Drei Koenige (Superior Tourist-Class)
Lucerne is nestled amid snowcapped Alps, surrounded by a lake, and graced by the clear mountain waters of the Reuss River. Your orientation includes the wooden Chapel bridge and the Lion monument, erected in memory of the 800 Swiss Guards who defended Louis XVI and his wife. A grand selection of optional activities completes the day: a ride on the "cabrio" cable-car to the summit of Mount Stanserhorn; a cruise on the fjord-like lake (B)
DAY 7
Lucerne - Verona, Italy - Venice Area
DINNER & OVERNIGHT AT
Venice Poppi (Superior Tourist-Class)
More wonderful alpine scenery as you drive into the mountain ranges that surround the massive St. Gotthard Pass. Continue to the warmer and sunnier ambiance of Canton Ticino, then cross into Italy and drive across the Po Valley to Verona, medieval setting of Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet. Stroll around the picturesque market square (Piazza delle Erbe) and the cobblestone streets. Today's Distance: 317 mi/ 510 km (B)
DAY 8
Venice Area
DINNER & OVERNIGHT AT
Venice Delfino (First-Class)
Venice is more like a marvelous film set than a real-life city, with its crisscrossing canals, gondolas and water buses, arched bridges, palaces, and busy little piazzas (squares). Your included orientation starts with a boat ride to St. Mark's Square and is followed by free time to soak up the city's unique atmosphere and a chance to visit a glassblowing workshop. Don't miss out on the optional gondola trip, gliding along the picturesque canals
DAY 9
Venice Area - Assisi - Rome
DINNER & OVERNIGHT AT
Rome BV Oly Hotel (First-Class)
An interesting drive southward, crossing the rolling Apennines. Stop in medieval Assisi, where St. Francis was born in 1182, and visit the world-famous St. Francis Basilicas with the beautiful frescoes by Giotto. Then, head for Rome. Today's Distance: 317 mi/ 510 km (B)
DAY 10
Rome
DINNER & OVERNIGHT AT
Rome BV Oly Hotel (First-Class)
The "Eternal City" is steeped in history, vibrantly alive and exciting, and absolutely unique! Start the included introduction to Rome's landmarks from St. Peter's Square with a Local Guide. Enjoy a drive along the iconic landmarks of the city: the Tiber River the Caius Cestius Pyramid, the Aurelian Walls, and the Caracalla Baths. Complete the experience with a walk back in time from the Circus Maximus to the Arch of Constantine & Roman Empire(B)
DAY 11
Rome - Pompeii - Sorrento Coast
DINNER & OVERNIGHT AT
Sorrento Central Park (Superior Tourist-Class)
This morning you have an opportunity to visit the treasures of the Vatican Museum and the Sistine Chapel on our optional excursion. Later, travel south all the way, with the Vesuvius volcano in the distance. Visit Pompeii, where time stopped in 79 AD when the Vesuvius eruption buried the city. On your guided visit to the archaeological site, see the remains of luxurious villas, temples, theatre, and forum. Today's Distance: 168 mi/ 270 km (B)
DAY 12
Sorrento Coast. Excursion To Capri
DINNER & OVERNIGHT AT
Sorrento Central Park (Superior Tourist-Class)
Cross the blue sea for a full-day excursion to the legendary island of Capri. Surrounded by rose-tinted rocks, Capri has incredibly beautiful coves of translucent blues and greens. The town, with its pretty piazzetta, maze of streets, fashionable boutiques, and cozy restaurants, is a mecca for the jet set. An optional tour takes you around the island with its steep roads and panoramic views. (B/D)
DAY 13
Sorrento Coast - Florence
DINNER & OVERNIGHT AT
Florence Diana Park (Superior Tourist-Class)
An early journey north to Florence. Vistas of rolling hills, austere rows of cypress trees, terraced vineyards, olive groves, and rural villages form the backdrop of your journey through beautiful Tuscany. Arrive in Florence in the afternoon in time to enjoy its magnificent architectural and artistic treasures; the included walking tour with a Local Guide shows the highlights. Today's Distance: 320 mi/ 515 km (B)
DAY 14
Florence - Pisa - Eze, France - French Riviera
DINNER & OVERNIGHT AT
Florence B&B Firenze City Center (Superior Tourist-Class)
Stop in Pisa, where you hop on a mini train to reach the Square of Miracles to see the famous Leaning Tower. Bypassing the great port of Genoa, drive northwest for glimpses of the Italian and French Rivieras. Visit a typical perfume workshop in Eze and later reach the shores of the charming Cote d'Azur. Today's Distance: 273 mi/ 440 km (B)
DAY 15
French Riviera - Orange - Grenoble
DINNER & OVERNIGHT AT
Ibis Styles Nice Vieux Port (Superior Tourist-Class)
Leave the French Riviera and travel through the Provence, stopping in Orange, a hidden treasure featuring an outstanding Roman heritage, and on the more frivolous side, some first-class wines. Overnight in Grenoble - an alpine sports mecca and site of the 1968 Winter Olympic Games. Today's Distance: 296 mi/ 476 km (B/D)
DAY 16
Grenoble - Beaune - Paris
DINNER & OVERNIGHT AT
Grenoble Mercure Alpotel (First-Class)
Enjoy the very heart of the Burgundy wine- growing region, making a stop in lovely Beaune, surrounded by some of the world's finest vineyards. Continue northward to the exciting city of Paris, capital of France. Today's Distance: 358 mi/ 577 km (B).
DAY 17
Paris
DINNER & OVERNIGHT AT
Paris Novotel Paris Charenton Le Pont
Paris is a world-class romantic city with many familiar landmarks. This morning, see the main sights during the included city tour with a Local Guide. In the afternoon, a chance to feel like a French aristocrat as you join the optional walking tour through the immense Palace of Versailles. This evening, why not join an optional dinner? (B).
DAY 18
Paris
DINNER & OVERNIGHT AT
No Accommodation
Your holiday ends with breakfast this morning. (B)
The Tour Price Includes
- Transfers: Between hotel and scenic spots while sightseeing by the air-conditioned car with and English guide.
- Arrangements: The tour cost includes the planning, handling, operational and communication charges.
- Go & Return Flights to London | Paris {Air France or KLM or Kenya Airways or Ethiopia Airline or Emirate or Qatar etc.}, {Air ticket - free of charge for East Africa Resident(s)}.
- Accommodation: local 3-4 stars hotel mentioned or similar one. Meal as listed B =breakfast.
- Entrance fee: To scenic spots as listed above in the itinerary.
- Europe Tourist Visa - free of charge for East Africa Resident(s).
- Travel Agency Service Charge & Government Taxes & Tourism Levy.
The Tour Price Excludes
- Inoculations and personal insurance (e.g. Travel, Medical (Yellow fever and Covid-19 Test Certificate) and Baggage insurance, Passport, A doctor for the group, Laundry, Souvenirs, Telephone, Beverages (available to purchase) and all other services that are not mentioned as included.
- Gratuities: suggested tips to guides or drivers based on their service and your willingness.
- Meal which is not specified as B =breakfast.
- Optional activity mentioned in the itinerary.
- Air ticket - Extra Payment for Non-East Africa Resident(s).
- Europe Tourist Visa (Extra Payment for Non-East Africa Resident(s).
