Europe Explorer

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18 Days, 8 Countries. Explore Europe - London, Paris, Barcelona, the French Riviera, Rome, Venice and much more in 18 Days!
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Overview

Trip type
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Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Easy

What's this trip about?

    18 Days, 8 Countries. Explore Europe - London, Paris, Barcelona, the French Riviera, Rome, Venice and much more in 18 Days!

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Details

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeOperator does not provide
Age range18 years and up
Flights and transportN/A
Start City London (or Paris)
End City London

Travel Themes

  • Cultural

Destinations

  • Europe
  • Switzerland
  • France
  • Monaco
  • Netherlands
  • Spain
  • Italy

Attractions

  • Alps
  • Amsterdam
  • Arc de Triomphe
  • Arles
  • Avignon
  • Barcelona
  • Bellinzona
  • Bruges
  • Burgundy
  • Colosseum
  • Eiffel Tower
  • Florence
  • London
  • Paris
  • Pisa
  • Rome
  • Siena
  • Tuscany
  • Venice

Activities

  • Culture
  • History

Trip includes

    • 17 nights' accommodation in twin rooms with private en-suite facilities
    • Single travellers have the option to pay a single supplement to ensure a private room
    • Services of your Expat tour leader, who will be on hand with advice and tips to ensure that you get the most from your trip
    • You can also book any of the optional excursions available during your tour with your tour leader – please see the 'Essential Information' tab for more details
    • 17 breakfasts, 7 dinnersAll taxes and feesAny public transport used as part of the tour (excludes free days) Modern air conditioned coach with reclining seats, TV for showing DVDs, and toilet
    • 18 Experiences (including guided walking tours, orientation walks, driving tours of cities plus other exciting experiences) Free Expat Explore tour souvenir – a memorable gift of your once in a lifetime trip

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Itinerary

Day 1: London - Paris
Welcome to the start of your tour! Leaving London behind us, we make our way to Paris, crossing the English Channel and arriving in the ‘City of Lights’ in the afternoon. We'll take you on a driving tour of the French capital; get your cameras ready - you’ll be seeing so...
Day 2: Paris - Free day
Paris is yours to explore! Use your free day wisely – there’s so much to see! Optional excursions include a River Seine cruise, which offers the perfect way to see some of the city’s main sights. You can also opt for a trip up Montparnasse for incredible views of the cit...
Day 3: Burgundy - Beaujolais - Avignon
On our way to Avignon we'll sample a taste of small town France with a lunch stop in Burgundy. In the town of Beaune you can visit the beautiful Hospices de Beaune and try some delicious French cuisine for lunch. Our next stop is Beaujolais. This wine-producing region is...
Day 4: Pont du Gard - Barcelona
Leaving Avignon, we continue on through the idyllic French countryside to Pont du Gard to see a famous relic of the Roman Empire – the famous 2000 year-old Roman aqueduct. Afterwards, we make our way to Spain and the vibrant city of Barcelona, taking a driving tour of th...
Day 5: Barcelona - Free day
Today is yours to spend as you like! Stroll Las Ramblas and take a peek at Gaudi’s unfinished masterpiece: the glorious La Sagrada Familia. You could also go shopping, eat tapas (which the city is famous for), relax on the beach or head into one of the city’s many parks....
Day 6: Arles - French Riviera
Off we go to the French Riviera! On the way, we’ll stop off in Arles, a region you may recognise from the canvasses of Van Gogh. A favourite of the Romans, there’s no shortage of historical artefacts to see, including an impressive theatre and amphitheatre – which still ...
Day 7: Monaco - French Riviera
Today you will have the morning free to explore the French Riviera. This is the playground for the rich and famous - keep your eyes open for celebrities and stars whilst you are enjoying the sights! This afternoon we'll experience the glitz and glamour of the world-famou...
Day 8: Pisa - Florence - Tuscany
Heading inland once more, we make for nearby Italy and one of the world’s most famous landmarks, the leaning tower of Pisa! Be sure to have your cameras at the ready, this is one photo opportunity you wouldn’t want to miss. After Pisa, Florence is our destination, where ...
Day 9: Tuscany - Rome
We make our way to the country’s capital, Rome. You’ll be taken on a walking tour of the city, which will introduce you to the incredible history of this unique city, which reigned supreme as the focal point of the Roman Empire. Highlights today include the Spanish Steps...
Day 10: Rome - Free day
Rome boasts ancient ruins, historical landmarks, religious buildings and a buzzing atmosphere like no other. The Colosseum is spectacular, offering fabulous views of the city, and an unbelievable feeling of drifting backwards in time, to when gladiators, chariots and lio...
Day 11: Siena - Venice
Our first stop is the Tuscan town of Siena, which is famous for its cuisine, wine, art, museums, medieval cityscape and the Palio, a horse race held twice a year. You will have time to explore before we continue on our journey. Later, we arrive into Venice in the early e...
Day 12: Venice
You’ll start your stay in Venice with an orientation tour led by your tour leader so you can get your bearings, after which you have free time to explore this unforgettable city at your leisure. Every visit to Venice should include a gondola ride, which your tour leader ...
Day 13: Bellinzona - Swiss Alps
Crossing the border into Switzerland, we stop off in Bellinzona, a beautiful city in the foot of the Swiss Alps famous for it's three UNESCO World Heritage Site castles. You'll have some free time for lunch and to visit one of the castles if you wish. We then continue on...
Day 14: Swiss Alps - Free day
The splendour of the Alps is yours today – don’t miss the chance to join our optional excursion up to Jungfraujoch, also known as the top of Europe! The trip to Europe’s highest train station is a real highlight; you might find yourself pressed up against the windows as ...
Day 15: Black Forest - Rhine Valley
Departing from the Swiss Alps the road leads us to Germany’s Black Forest. Have your camera at the ready as you drive past beautiful rivers and forested hills and valleys. Our lunch stop is in Baden-Baden, famous for its thermal baths and casino, with some free time to e...
Day 16: Rhine Valley - Amsterdam
The Netherlands is our next stop, and we arrive first at the windmill for a quick photo stop. Afterwards enjoy a traditional cheese-making demonstration, and learn about how that most quirky and quaint of footwear choices – the clog – is made, before travelling onward to...
Day 17: Amsterdam - Free day
The day is yours to further explore Amsterdam. Marvel at the sheer volume of artwork available here – and don’t miss a visit to the Van Gogh museum! There’s also the Rijksmuseum, Rembrandthuis, the Stedelijk, and of course the Hermitage Amsterdam. Don’t forget the Anne F...
Day 18: Bruges - London
After breakfast, we bid farewell to Amsterdam and make our way back to London via the Belgian city of Bruges. Famous for its beer, waffles, chocolate and moules et frites, this is definitely a good place to be if you’ve brought your appetite. An extremely popular medieva...

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Price From $2,230
Price per day$124
Last Updated: 9/12/2018

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The total tour cost includes the tour price (regular or promotional) and the compulsory local payment. The promotional price is subject to change. Check directly with the operator for the latest price offer. The tour operator requires you to pay only the tour price to purchase your travel. The compulsory local payment will be paid when you join the trip. All prices are based on double, twin or triple share occupancy. Solo passengers will be accommodated in a double, twin or triple room according to availability with a passenger(s) of the same gender. Single supplement only needs to be paid if the passenger does not want to share and requests their own room. Discounts can only be applied at the time of booking and cannot be added at a later date, regardless of any changes made to the original booking.

Prices may vary due to local taxes and trip seasonality. Click "Request Info" to inquire directly with the tour operator for the final trip price.

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History

Once upon a time, a young South African travelled to Paris on a very small budget. Walking and using public transport, he explored the city. On his last day in Paris his diminished funds left him with a choice – go to Disneyland or eat lunch. True to the travellers' spirit, he went to Disneyland!

Wanting to share his experiences, he started to take friends around Paris and joined forces with Jakes Maritz, another Expat. Together they founded a company which offers great value tours to people wanting that once in a lifetime experience. That person is Carel Cronje and the company is Expat Explore Travel.

Since 2005, Expat Explore Travel has been conducting expert-led coach tours to Europe and the UK. A company started by two South African travellers, Expat Explore grew out of their desire to share their knowledge and expertise with others. Expat has always had a focus on providing once-in-a-lifetime travel experiences at an accessible price, delivered at the highest quality possible.

Expat Explore has grown to offer not just tours of Europe but also Egypt, Turkey, Greece, and Croatia all with the same emphasis on top-notch travel at a competitive price.

Our Tours and Travellers:

Our passengers are part of a global community, gathering together to enjoy some of the world’s most fascinating attractions and landmarks. We have a passion for sharing our knowledge of the places we know so well with our travellers.

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Our tours to Europe are led by lively, professional tour leaders who are all experienced travellers. Our tours in Egypt, Turkey, Greece and Croatia are led by local English-speaking professional guides; experts who show our travellers the true pulse of a destination as only a local can. Over the years, many thousands of passengers of all ages and backgrounds have explored the world’s most enticing destinations with us, and we’re proud to think back on all the memorable experiences we’ve shared with them

Guaranteed departures: Our Comfort tours are guaranteed to operate, so you never have to worry about your tour being cancelled at the last minute.

Early bird savings: Expat Explore offers the most competitive prices out there. But as seats are sold, prices go up – book early to get a great deal.

Wi-fi in our hotels: All our Europe hotels now feature free wi-fi, so you can stay connected while you’re on the road.

10% deposit on all our tours: Secure your seat with just a 10% deposit at the time of booking.

No credit card fees: Unlike many other operators, we don’t charge fees for credit card payments

Great value tours: See Europe for less with Expat Explore Tours!

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