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Europe Escape Christmas & New Year

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12 daysDuration
Group TourJoin a group of travelers
51 peopleMaximum group size
10 - 99 yearsAge range for participants
EnglishGuide language
Moderate
Involves sustained activity requiring a reasonable level of fitness and endurance.
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Highlights

Celebrate Christmas in Amsterdam and ring in the New Year in Rome

Enjoy free days in Paris, the Swiss Alps and Rome

Visit Burgundy, Florence, Innsbruck, and Ghent

Cruise along the canals of Amsterdam

Itinerary

Spend the 12 days of Christmas exploring festive wonders on this Europe Escape Christmas & New Year tour! Embark on the best winter holiday and experience an affordable and convenient way to see Europe. Taste the traditional festive foods, marvel at the sparkling lights and meander through many a Christmas market! Travel to Europe's world-renowned destinations, such as Paris, Venice and Munich. Behold Germany's storybook Rhine Valley, spend Christmas Day in Amsterdam, welcome the New Year in Rome and admire the stunning Swiss Alps! What better way to celebrate the festive season?

day 1Start of tour in Rome - Venice

Say " ciao " to this exciting Europe Escape Christmas & New Year tour! After meeting up with your tour leader and travel companions at the hotel, it's time to begin the journey. Sit back and marvel at the stunning scenes of vineyards, orchards and countryside vistas! Later, arrive in Venice, the popular "Floating City" spanning over 100 islands connected by various canals. This evening is free to spend however you like. Get immersed in the Venetian vibe with piazzas, art and food on offer. Or, join the highly recommended An Evening in Venice optional excursion to admire Venice from the water.

Others
Explore Venice, Italy’s floating city

day 2Innsbruck - Munich - Bavaria

day 3Bavaria - Rhine Valley (Christmas Eve)

day 4Rhine Valley - Amsterdam (Christmas Day)

day 5Amsterdam - Ghent - Paris

day 6Paris

day 7Paris - Burgundy - Swiss Alps

day 8Swiss Alps

day 9Swiss Alps - Lake Como - Tuscany

day 10Pisa - Florence - New Year's Eve in Rome

day 11Rome

day 12End of tour in Rome

What's Included

Accommodation
11 nights hotel accommodation in twin rooms with private bathrooms. The majority of our accommodations are of a 3- and 4-star standard, offering excellent value, comfort and convenienceSingle travellers have the option to pay a single supplement to ensure a private room (subject to availability)
Meals
Enjoy a German meal in one of Munich's historic restaurantsEnjoy Christmas dinner in Amsterdam11 Breakfasts, 6 Dinners *Vegetarian options available for all meals on request
Transport
Modern air-conditioned coach with reclining seats and toilet onboardAny public transport used as part of the tour (excludes free days)
Guide
Discover Florence with a local guideFully guided tour with experienced tour leaderTour leader will accompany group throughout and manage all logistical details
Others
Explore Venice, Italy’s floating cityMarvel at the scenery along Brenner PassVisit Innsbruck; a beautiful Austrian cityExplore Munich; capital of BavariaCruise along the Rhine RiverIndulge in a wine tasting in the Rhine ValleyVisit the iconic Riekermolen WindmillEnjoy a local cheese and clogs demonstration in the NetherlandsCruise the canals and see the displays of the Amsterdam Light FestivalVisit Ghent, a beautiful medieval city in BelgiumSee the sights of Paris on a driving tourVisit Burgundy; a French wine regionMarvel at the views on a scenic Swiss mountain driveStop at idyllic Lake ComoSee the iconic Leaning Tower of PisaSpend New Year’s Eve in Rome

Customer Reviews

4.7

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AprilVerified Traveler
4.0 | Very Good

We had the most wonderful time seeing a little of a lot of Europe! The tour is quite full-on, especially if you do all the optional excursions, but it's absolutely worth it if you don't want to miss out on any part of the experience. The two-night stays were definitely appreciated, giving us a chance to catch our breath and soak in each destination a little more. Everything was so well-organised, and we were incredibly fortunate to have the most amazing tour leader and bus driver, Peter & Silvian, who made the journey even more special. Overall, we couldn't have asked for a better experience and would highly recommend it to anyone looking for a well-planned and unforgettable European adventure. See you next time! :)

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ChristieVerified Traveler
5.0 | Excellent

Excellent

I just got back from the 12 Day Christmas and New Year's EE tour (2023/2024) & being the 1st time I've been away from home for the holidays, I found it simply magical, everything I hoped for plus more.. This tour is fast paced with plenty of early morning departures and plenty of walking, but the trade off is that you get to experience as much as possible in each of the cities along the way. As a solo traveler, I never felt unsafe or alone and the camadarie of the group was instant. I also appreciate that this tour allows you the freedom to choose between various pre-set excursions in any given city and/or the option to go off and explore on your own and/or workout a hybrid of such with your tour leader. If you are on the fence about booking an Expat Explorer tour, I say do yourself a favor and just book it.

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ChristieVerified Traveler
4.0 | Very Good

I just got back from the 12 Day Christmas and New Year's Europe Escape tour (2023/2024) & being the 1st time I've been away from home for the holidays, I found it simply magical, everything I hoped for plus more.. This tour is fast paced with plenty of early morning departures and plenty of walking, but the trade off is that you get to experience as much as possible in each of the cities along the way. As a solo traveler, I never felt unsafe or alone and the camadarie of the group was instant. I also appreciate that this tour allows you the freedom to choose between various pre-set excursions in any given city and/or the option to go off and explore on your own and/or workout a hybrid of such with your tour leader. If you are on the fence about booking an Expat Explorer tour, I say do yourself a favor and just book it.

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CbearVerified Traveler
4.0 | Very Good

I loved the tour. It was very fast paced but we saw so much. The meals that were included were for the most part excellent. The add on excursions were well chosen and packed in even more. It was very good value for money.

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CbearVerified Traveler
5.0 | Excellent

Excellent

I loved the tour. It was very fast paced but we saw so much. The meals that were included were for the most part excellent. The add on excursions were well chosen and packed in even more. It was very good value for money.

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