Western Adventure

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17 Days, 9 Countries. Explore the highlights of western Europe, including Rome, Florence, Barcelona, the Swiss Alps, Munich and Paris!
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Overview

Trip type
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Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Easy

What's this trip about?

    17 Days, 9 Countries. Explore the highlights of western Europe, including Rome, Florence, Barcelona, the Swiss Alps, Munich and Paris!

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Details

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

Travel Themes

  • Cultural

Destinations

  • Europe
  • Switzerland
  • Germany
  • France
  • Monaco
  • Spain
  • Italy

Attractions

  • Alps
  • Arc de Triomphe
  • Arles
  • Avignon
  • Barcelona
  • Bavaria
  • Colosseum
  • Eiffel Tower
  • Florence
  • Forum
  • Geneva
  • Leaning Tower of Pisa
  • London
  • Luxembourg
  • Munich
  • Paris
  • Pisa
  • Rome

Activities

  • Culture
  • History

Trip includes

    • 16 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
    • 16 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: Join in Rome
Arrive in Rome, and make your way to our starting hotel where you will meet up with the rest of the tour group (click here for more information). Later, a local Roman guide will introduce you to the locations which make this city so beloved and famous, on an evening walk...
Day 2: Rome - Free day
Today is a free day for you to experience Rome's ancient history, exquisite culture and delicious food - we offer an optional food tour and an optional excursion to the pope's summer residence. Later this afternoon you'll also have the opportunity to visit the Vatican Ci...
Day 3: Rome - Free day
Another free day in the capital to explore as you wish. You can accompany your tour leader on an optional excursion to Pompeii, or visit the spectacular Colosseum, which offers an unbelievable feeling of drifting backwards in time, to when gladiators, chariots and lions ...
Day 4: Florence - Tuscany
Today, we head straight to the heart of the picturesque Tuscan region, made famous for wine, great food, art, architecture and the birthplace of the Renaissance. Your first stop is the romantic city of Florence, where your local Italian guide can’t wait to show you aroun...
Day 5: Pisa - French Riviera
Before saying 'bonjour' to France you will spend some time visiting one of the most iconic landmarks of Italy - the Leaning Tower of Pisa! A UNESCO World Heritage Site, along with the neighbouring cathedral, cemetery and baptistry, this 56m, 840 year old Bell tower draws...
Day 6: 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 7: Arles - Barcelona
Time to brush up on your Spanish greetings - you will need them this afternoon! As you depart Nice and get back on the road headed for Barcelona, you will make a stop in the UNESCO Heritage Site of Arles, famous for its historical buildings and links to such artists as V...
Day 8: Barcelona - Free day
Today is all yours to do with as you please! The best views of the city can be had from Park Guell, and you can take in the panoramic splendour and skyline of Barcelona. The park itself offers a very interesting design which is a product of Antoni Gaudi’s challenging arc...
Day 9: Barcelona - Free day
Hola! You have another free day in the Spanish city of Barcelona! Today you can make this your own, by continuing to explore the historical and cultural centres, indulge in some high end shopping and retail therapy, and much more. Football fans can use the extra day to v...
Day 10: Pont du Gard - Avignon
Adios, Barcelona! You have been wonderful! Heading back into France, continue through the French countryside, and get up close and personal with a 2000 year old Roman Built aqua duct, at Pont du Gard. Walking along it, you will notice that there are no nails, cement or m...
Day 11: Geneva - Swiss Alps
Today, you will head to Geneva - home of the United Nations and Red Cross headquarters, and then onto the spectacular Swiss Alpine region to fill your lungs with the freshest mountain air. After departing Avignon, we leave France behind in search of mountains and snow. O...
Day 12: Swiss Alps - Free day
Are you excited? Today is all about Swiss bliss! We have an optional excursion to blow your mind, which offers a guaranteed snow day! For 365 days of the year, Jungfraujoch is blessed with snow, and today you can visit the ‘Top of Europe’. The journey up the mountain is ...
Day 13: Vaduz - Munich - Bavaria
So long, Switzerland; you will depart the Jungfrau region, and savour the last of the Alpine views as you head once more for Germany. A lunch stop is scheduled for Vaduz, the capital of Liechtenstein, and you will have time to eat, shop and see Vaduz Castle (the official...
Day 14: Bavaria - Rhine Valley
This morning we board the coach once more as we make for Germany’s famous Rhine Valley! Relax on board a Rhine riverboat as we head to our hotel in the heart of the Rhine Valley. This is the most concentrated stretch of castles in all of Europe, and it also features vine...
Day 15: Luxembourg - Paris
It’s time to leave the Rhine... but there is no sign of slowing down - there is still so much to see! Heading back towards the French border on the way to Paris, you will make a short stop in one of Europe’s smallest countries - Luxembourg. Known as a global financial an...
Day 16: Paris - Free day
Bonjour! Whether it's culture, cuisine or cruising the city you crave, Paris will not disappoint. A Seine River cruise to the Eiffel Tower and Notre Dame, perhaps? Maybe a visit to the Louvre to see famous artworks and paintings? Tickle the taste buds with some tradition...
Day 17: Paris - London
The last day of you European tour already? Don’t worry. It’s not over yet. After breakfast, savour the French countryside, one last time and prepare for your final crossing of the English Channel. Once you are back on UK soil you only have a short way to go to complete y...

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Dates & Availability

Price From $1,880
Price per day$111
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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