Day 1: Start of tour in Amsterdam - Ghent - Paris Welcome to Amsterdam and the start of this exciting Europe tour! Meet up with your Tour Leader and the rest of the tour group at the hotel in Amsterdam this morning. Then, hop aboard the coach and hit the road! The first stop for the day is the city of Ghent in Belgium. Enjoy an orientation tour as well as free time to explore and grab lunch in this charming Belgian city. Next, travel onwards to Paris and arrive in the afternoon. This evening, the group will enjoy a fun and informative driving tour of this world-famous city before tonight’s included group dinner. Keep an eye out for places to explore more on the free day in Paris tomorrow! Day 2: Paris: Free Day Discover the magic of Paris today. Choose to join the Paris tour - an experience-filled excursion that includes visits to a French perfumery, a famous macaron shop, a cruise along the Seine River and a visit to the Montparnasse Tower. Alternatively, explore the city at your own pace. The diversity of Paris offers visits to historical landmarks, the chance to indulge in the finest French cuisine, the opportunity to shop for the latest fashions, or to simply just relax in a café - all in one day, if you wish! Tonight, why not choose to see an authentic cabaret show? Or, join the optional evening in Montmartre and stroll around this charming neighbourhood before enjoying a three-course dinner! Day 3: Paris - Toulouse Bid farewell to Paris as the tour continues through the picture-perfect French countryside towards Toulouse. Enjoy a French wine tasting along the way in a small, medieval village. Taste some of the beautiful wines that define the region's unique terroir. Arrive in Toulouse later today and enjoy a guided tour this evening. Toulouse is filled with awe-inspiring Renaissance architecture and has been nicknamed “La Ville Rose” (The Pink City) thanks to the terracotta bricks used in many of the city’s buildings. There is also a 17th-century canal to discover! Enjoy an included dinner with the group tonight. Day 4: Toulouse - Andorra - Barcelona Wave au revoir to Toulouse this morning, travel south and get ready to visit a new country! Cross the border into Andorra, one of the smallest countries in Europe and enjoy some free time to explore or grab lunch. Then, travel onwards to Barcelona. Welcome to the bustling capital of Catalonian Spain! Enjoy a driving tour showcasing some of the city's top attractions. This includes the mesmerising Sagrada Família, Parque de Joan Miró and more. Tonight, the tour will spend the night in a small town just outside of the city. After a day filled with adventures and new places, enjoy an included dinner with the group at the hotel this evening. Day 5: Barcelona: Free Day Make the most of a full free day to explore Barcelona today! To fully immerse yourself in this vibrant city, join the Highlights of Barcelona optional excursion. Visit many famous sights such as Antoni Gaudí’s La Sagrada Família and Palau Güell. Explore La Boqueria, Barcelona’s most famous market and taste authentic croquetas before visiting the Gothic Quarter. This is truly the best way to tick off multiple Barcelona highlights in one day! Tonight, find a cosy spot to enjoy a local meal or choose to join the Flamenco Show and Dinner optional excursion for a night filled with Spanish flavours and fun! Day 6: Barcelona - Sète - Pont du Gard - Avignon Leaving Barcelona behind, the tour continues to the port town of Sète in the South of France. Enjoy an orientation tour of this scenic city famous for its canals. Then, travel onwards to the Pont du Gard. This centuries-old aqueduct bridge was built by the Romans in the 1st century AD. Next up is Avignon, located in the beating heart of Provence. It was at the epicentre of Roman Catholic culture at one time. Join the optional to explore its famous landmarks, including the Palais des Papes and Pont d’Avignon before sitting down for a three-course feast of traditional Provençal cuisine. Day 7: Avignon - French Riviera - Nice - Eze - Monaco Get excited for a true highlight of trips to France - the French Riviera! Enjoy a scenic drive along the seaside with a stop at a dazzling coastal town along the way. Arrive in Nice later today and discover this charming city on an orientation tour. Then, head to the French village of Eze for a workshop at the Fragonard perfume factory! Later, travel to Monaco and see some top sights of this world-famous destination with your tour leader. Marvel at the Prince's Palace, the Oceanography Museum, the Cathedral of Monaco, the Casino de Monte-Carlo and more. Finally, head back to Nice and settle in for the evening. Day 8: Nice - Pisa - Florence - Tuscany Heading inland once more, travel to 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 a photo opportunity not to be missed. Florence is the next destination on the list. Enjoy an orientation tour of the city and learn about Florence’s intriguing history. See historical landmarks like the Ponte Vecchio and a replica of Michelangelo’s famous statue of David which stands in the Palazzo della Signoria. Enjoy some free time in Florence before heading to the hills of Tuscany for tonight’s accommodation. Tonight, why not sample authentic Tuscan cuisine with a delicious optional sit-down dinner? Day 9: Tuscany - Rome The tour makes its way to Italy's capital, Rome. Arrive in the afternoon and embark on a walking tour of the city with an expert local guide. Gain insight into the incredible history of this unique city, which reigned supreme as the focal point of the Roman Empire. Top Rome highlights today include the Spanish Steps, the Pantheon, Piazza Navona, the Roman Forum and, of course, the Colosseum. Tonight, look forward to an included group dinner. Day 10: Rome: Free Day Today, look forward to a full free day to experience Rome's ancient history, exquisite culture and delicious food at your own pace! You could even visit the Vatican City - the smallest country in the world! Inside the walls, visit the Sistine Chapel and see the famous frescoes painted by Michelangelo. Admire numerous other famous art masterpieces at the Vatican Museums and visit St. Peter’s Basilica. Alternatively, explore Rome at your own pace and marvel at the city’s many beautiful and ancient sites. Day 11: Rome - End of Tour After 11 days of unforgettable travel moments and adventures, the tour ends in Rome today after breakfast with the group. 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