27 DAY | European Explorer

27 DAY | European Explorer
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This tour visits: France, Switzerland, Monaco, Italy, Greece, Austria,
Germany, Czech Republic, Netherlands
Starting and ending in London, this exclusive European Explorer trip travels
from the snow-capped Swiss Alps and the sparkling Mediterranean, to the
rolling hills of Tuscany and the waterways of Venice. #TravelEnvy, anyone? This
ever-popular jaunt stays in varied multi-share accommodation and takes in the
best of France, Switzerland, Italy, Austria, Czech Republic, Germany,
Netherlands, and a taste of Greece – just to name a few. Let’s go.
Please note: this is a Gap Year trip and is only valid for travellers aged 17-20
years of age.
The Bucket List
More Inclusions
Paris 'City Lights' Tour
25 breakfasts, 16 lunches, 15 dinners
Paris gourmet picnic beside the Eiffel Tower
2 nights in hotels, 11 nights in hostels, 2 nights in an
French Riviera perfumery experience
Austrian Gasthof, 6 nights in bungalows, 2 nights on an
Local guide in Florence
overnight ferry, 3 nights on yachts in Greece
Dutch cheese & clogs demonstration
1 free night in London before trip
Bicycle tour of Amsterdam
English Channel crossings
3 nights flotilla sailing in Greece
Modern air-conditioned coach with free Wi-Fi
Canal dinner cruise in Amsterdam
Awesome Trip Leader + Driver + Chef
Trip Itinerary
Day 1 - Paris
Leave London for dust as we jump across the English Channel to Calais for a beauty smackdown. Brush up on your bonjours when you meet
the rest of the group and wrap your lips around your first real French meal. Dinner may leave you full but it's just an appetiser; see the City of
Light at its best as you embark on a driving tour and play landmark bingo with the Eiffel Tower, Champs-Élysées and Arc de Triomphe.
Included today:
- English Channel crossing
- Paris city driving tour
Meals:
- Dinner
Day 2 - Paris
A free day in Paris to partake in pastries, paintings and Centre Pompidou! Bike along the Seine on an optional tour or just flâner (stroll)
around and drink it in. Check out L'eclair de Genie in le Marais (don't ask questions), get your obligatory Eiffel Tower #selfie then explore the
world's largest grave at the Catacombs. Tonight, experience the razzle dazzle of a cabaret show or hop on a boat down the river to crank the
romance dial to 11.
Meals:
- Breakfast
- Dinner
Optional activities:
- Paris cabaret
- Seine River cruise
- Paris bike tour
Day 3 - Swiss Alps
Tear yourself away from that baguette – fondue awaits! Driving through the Swiss countryside is like watching Monet paint a masterpiece,
each mountain on the way to Lauterbrunnen another masterful brushstroke. Thanks, nature. Get your comfort eating pants on for an
included dinner. Hint: There will be cheese.
Meals:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
Day 4 - Swiss Alps
Hop on board the optional Jungfrau Experience, which takes you to the highest train station in Europe. Want more adventure? Up the
adrenaline by skydiving out of a helicopter, then head back down for some snow angels and hot chocolate. #HardLife.
Meals:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
Optional activities:
- Jungfrau excursion
- Helicopter skydiving
Day 5 - French Riviera
A scenic drive day transports us to the chic French Riviera, playground of the rich and famous. This beautiful stretch of Mediterranean coast
in the south of France is undoubtedly one of Europe’s most fashionable areas. After checking into our accommodation, we’ll devour an
included French dinner in a local restaurant. Bon appetit!
Meals:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
Day 6 - French Riviera
Laze on the beach, swim in the Mediterranean Sea, or stroll the Promenade des Anglais in Nice during our free day in the French Riviera. This
evening we’ll make tracks to the glamorous principality of Monaco, where we’ll see the Royal Palace and sections of the Monaco Formula One
Grand Prix track. We’ll also have time to visit Monaco’s famous casinos. Shaken or stirred? Warm James Bond’s seat at the Grand Casino itself.
Meals:
- Breakfast
Day 7 - Florence
Prep your shnozz this morning – there are loads of fragrances to be sniffed as we take a tour of a local French Riviera perfumery, before our
adventure continues on to Italy. This afternoon we make a short stop in Pisa for the chance to grab a snap of the Leaning Tower, before we
head through the Tuscan countryside to Florence. This evening we’ll relish an included group dinner, and then work it off with a night out in
Florence’s buzzing nightlife (if you wish).
Included today:
- Tour of of a local French Riviera perfumery
Meals:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
Day 8 - Florence
Florence has more stories than Bilbo Baggins, more culture than a Shoreditch hipster and over 1,800 restaurants. Get schooled on the Medici
family, stroll the Ponte Vecchio and learn about leather (new handbag, anyone?) on a morning walking tour. Use the afternoon to meet a guy
named David doing his best Blue Steel in the Accademia Gallery, shop the markets and hunt down the best aperitivo spreads.
Included today:
- Walking tour of Florence with local guide
Meals:
- Breakfast
Day 9 - Rome
Romeward bound, we make a stop in Orvieto for the chance to grab a wild boar sandwich so tender you can cut it with words. Then we
hightail it to the Eternal City for a rendezvous with ancient architecture’s biggest players. Make like Caesar (the emperor, not the salad) and
work up a colossus hunger as you pass by the Pantheon, throw your two cents in the Trevi Fountain and sit on the Spanish Steps.
Included today:
- Orvieto visit
- Rome walking tour
Meals:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
Day 10 - Rome
Create the ultimate Roman Holiday in one day with a whirlwind of Vespas, espresso, two-cheek kisses and pizza the way it's supposed to
taste. Pop in on the Pope on an optional tour of the Vatican City to see how Michelangelo messed around and created the High Renaissance,
then play eye spy with two-and-a-half millennia worth of history. Shop ‘til you drop on Via Condotti, head to Capitoline Hill for awesome
views of the Roman Forum and Colosseum or just kick back in Piazza Navona for some dolce far niente (delicious idleness).
Meals:
- Breakfast
Optional activities:
- Vatican City tour
Day 11 - Overnight Ferry
We depart Rome and drive to Italy’s east coast today, taking in some gorgeous Italian scenery on the way. Once there, we board an overnight
ferry bound for Greece. Take advantage of the restaurants, bars and communal areas onboard, plus private en-suite cabin accommodation
to ensure a good night’s sleep.
Meals:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
Day 12 - Sailing in Greece
After disembarking we have a short drive along the rugged Greek coastline to meet up with our flotilla of sailing yachts. After instruction
from our flotilla leader we head off into the wild blue yonder – sailing, sunbathing and swimming in the Ionian Sea awaits! In the evening we
moor and visit an authentic Greek taverna for dinner, where the food is delicious and the atmosphere even better.
Meals:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
Day 13 - Sailing in Greece
A full day of sailing in Greece with our Topdeck buddies – it speaks for itself! Relax and forget your troubles as we sail around the Ionian Sea,
taking plenty of chances to stop and have a dip.
Meals:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
Day 14 - Sailing in Greece
After waking under the Greek sun we enjoy the final day of our Greek sailing adventure. As the afternoon wears on we return to our starting
point and moor, then this evening we head for an included Greek dinner at a local restaurant. Savour every moment – we spend one final
night sleeping on our yachts.
Meals:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
Day 15 - Overnight Ferry
Today we bid a reluctant farewell to the sailing portion of our adventure. Take the time to relax and top up those tans along the Greek
coastline before catching another overnight ferry back to Italy.
Meals:
- Breakfast
Day 16 - Venice
Upon our arrival in the Italian port of Ancona, we head north towards one of Italy’s gems – Venice. Tonight, settle into our resort and savour a
delicious meal cooked by our Topdeck chef.
Meals:
- Dinner
Day 17 - Venice
A free day to explore extraordinary Venice – a maze of canals, bridges, squares and incredible artworks. An included walking tour with your
Trip Leader will unveil some of the city’s amazing architecture, including the striking St Mark’s Basilica in St Mark’s Square, while a vaporetto
ride on the Grand Canal will enable you to view the sites from the water. Want to amp up the wow-factor? An optional gondola ride is the
perfect way to see the city.
Meals:
- Breakfast
- Dinner
Optional activities:
- Gondola ride on the Grand Canal
Day 18 - Austrian Alps
Today we drive from the coast to the mountains on our way to the stunning Alpine region of Tyrol. At our traditional Gasthof, an included
barbeque dinner awaits (which usually tastes better when washed down with a traditional Austrian schnapps. Just sayin’).
Meals:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
Optional activities:
- Rafting
Day 19 - Austrian Alps
A free day in the stunning Austrian Alps! We have the opportunity to partake in some adrenaline-fuelled optional activities today amid
amazing Alpine terrain – options (weather and conditions permitting) include canyon jumping, paragliding, or even skydiving. Tonight: we’ll
drive to a traditional mountainside Austrian restaurant for a hearty optional dinner (the perfect way a great way to round off our stay in the
Austrian Alps).
Meals:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
Optional activities:
- Skydiving
- Canyoning
- Tandem paragliding
- Dinner at a mountainside restaurant
Day 20 - Munich
We leave Austria today for Germany and the southern region of Bavaria. We are heading for Munich, where a walking tour with your trusty
Trip Leader will get you acquainted with the main sights including Marienplatz (Mary's Square), the Neues Rathaus (New Town Hall) and the
huge Frauenkirche (Cathedral of Our Lady). We'll also have time to uncover the pretzels, pork knuckles and the famous beer halls that make
this place so great.
Meals:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
Day 21 - Prague
A sombre start to the day as we visit Dachau, a former concentration camp. We have time to reflect and pay our respects to the victims of the
Holocaust, before moving on to Czech Republic and its beautiful capital Prague. A walking tour will allow you to take in the memorable
Charles Bridge, Hradcany Castle, the Tyn Church and Wenceslas Square, and tonight: an included dinner and the chance to sample Prague’s
famous nightlife.
Meals:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
Day 22 - Prague
Channel your inner bohemian and seek out the John Lennon memorial wall to start your free day. Soak up some more Czech history at the
National or Communist Museum or get a taste of the quirky local culture at a marionette puppet opera (you gotta see it to believe it). Snap a
selfie at Prague’s own Eiffel Tower, visit a miniatures museum and eat roast pork from one of the street vendors lining Old Town Square.
Meals:
- Breakfast
Day 23 - Berlin
Get acquainted with 800 year-old Dresden - a city virtually destroyed in WWII and then rebuilt - and ogle the Frauenkirche before making
your beard all the more ironic in Berlin. Prep yourself for currywurst and more hipsters per capita than anywhere else. We'll drive you
around to see (what's left of) the Berlin Wall, Checkpoint Charlie, the Brandenburg Gate and the Reichstag building before making your food
baby sing with a hearty German meal. Save some room to get your DJ groupie on.
Included today:
- Dresden walking tour
- Berlin driving tour
Meals:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
Day 24 - Berlin
Join the optional Third Reich walking tour for an insight into what the city was like under Nazi rule during WWII, go on a museum crawl
(covering everything from the Ramones to DDR) or head to the zoo. More culture awaits on Museum Island, with creative types and
memorable meals available in the Prenzlauer Berg and Kreuzberg neighbourhoods. Tonight, no curfew at clubs = all bets are off!
Meals:
- Breakfast
Optional activities:
- Third Reich walking tour
- Berlin Alternative Tour and Nightlife Tour
Day 25 - Amsterdam
Amster-DAM it's going to be a good day! Start dreaming of cheese, clogs and cheeky cafe stops as we roll through tulip and windmill dotted
fields to Amsterdam. Get your bearings on a walking tour of the vibrant capital and see the Dam Square, Royal Palace and National
Monument. End the night with a cone of hot chips with mayo. Mmm.
Included today:
- Amsterdam walking tour
- Dutch cheese & clogs demonstration
Meals:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
Day 26 - Amsterdam
Get on your bike and ride! Do as the locals do and join the 881,000 bicycles on a city bike tour to soak up the wintery canal vistas before
retreating with hot chocolate, poffertjes and stroopwafels. Take on the city's 51 museums (must-dos: Van Gogh Museum and the Anne Frank
House). Still thirsty for more? Check out the Heineken Experience for an interactive visit and tasting at the brewery. Top it off with a dinner
cruise on the canal.
Included today:
- Bicycle tour of Amsterdam
- Farewell dinner canal cruise
Meals:
- Breakfast
- Dinner
Day 27 - London
After all the Amster-damage has been done and dusted, it's time to hit the road and make tracks to ol' Blighty. Soak up all the happy group
vibes you can possibly handle - this is your last coach ride with the gang. #sadface.
Meals:
- Breakfast
Accommodation
Club trips host our most eclectic types of accommodation. While hostels make up the majority of your overnighters you could also stay in
hotels (free upgrade – yeah!) or bungalows.
The ‘More Inclusions’ section details what type of accommodation will be used for overnight stops on your trip.
The number of people to a room on Club trips will vary. For hostels (remember, the most common) you will have multi-share rooms and
share with between 3 and 5 others while in hotels there will be twin or triple-shares (and the odd quad-room). Bungalows can be up to 4
people to a room.
Please note: When staying on a Club trip, multi-share accommodation is single-sex and therefore couples should not expect to share a room.
While sailing in Greece
There are sailing and swim stops during the day and each evening you dock in a different village, where you can go ashore for dinner in a
local taverna. Two of the three dinners are included. You are also provided with a 'sailing pack' per boat, which includes food for breakfasts
and lunches that you make yourselves on the boats. You will sleep on-board the boats, so please remember to bring a sleeping sheet or
sleeping bag as no linen is provided.
Optional Activities
On all trips we have arranged extra activities that we think will enhance your travel experience, but you have a choice as to whether or not
you will participate. These are not included in the cost of your trip. They are usually organised on a group participation basis and should be
taken into consideration when budgeting your spending money.
None of the Optional Activities on your trip are operated by Topdeck, nor do they form part of your contract with Topdeck for your trip.
Topdeck arranges the activity as an agent of the local supplier. Should you participate in any Optional Activities your contract will be with the
local supplier and their conditions will apply.
Please note: while we make every effort to keep these prices as accurate and up-to-date as possible, they are subject to change and in rare
circumstances the actual price may vary slightly to what is published here.
On all trips we have arranged extra activities that we think will enhance your travel experience, but you have a choice as to whether or not
you will participate. These are not included in the cost of your trip. They are usually organised on a group participation basis and should be
taken into consideration when budgeting your spending money.
None of the Optional Activities on your trip are operated by Topdeck, nor do they form part of your contract with Topdeck for your trip.
Topdeck arranges the activity as an agent of the local supplier. Should you participate in any Optional Activities your contract will be with the
local supplier and their conditions will apply.
Please note: while we make every effort to keep these prices as accurate and up-to-date as possible, they are subject to change and in rare
circumstances the actual price may vary slightly to what is published here.
France - Paris
Paris cabaret - €55.50
Seine River cruise - €8
Paris bike tour - €26
Switzerland - Swiss Alps - Lauterbrunnen
Jungfrau Excursion - CHF €157- €183.60
Skydiving - CHF 390 plus €30 deposit
Helicopter ride - CHF 100 plus €20 deposit
Italy - Rome
Vatican tour - €40
Italy - Venice
Personalised group shirts and hoodies between €19 and €30
Gondola ride - €20
Austria - Kirchdorf - Tyrol
Canyoning half-day - €65 - €15 deposit
Tandem Paragliding - €129 - €24 deposit
Skydiving - €249 - €40 deposit
Group photo - €10
Mountain biking half-day - €12
Mountain biking full-day - €16
Germany - Berlin
Third Reich walking tour - €10
Berlin Alternative Tour and Nightlife Tour - €18
Meals
Food Fund
On this trip there is a compulsory Food Fund, which is shown separately on each trip page. This is paid at the time of booking. Unlike other
companies, in addition to the listed breakfasts and dinners, Topdeck also includes many lunches on travelling days during your trip.
Included meals
Accompanying you on this trip will be a Topdeck On-Road Chef who is responsible for organising the included meals. Breakfast is included
every day (except on the first morning). You will be provided freshly cooked evening meals and lunches as per your Trip Itinerary. All cutlery
and eating utensils are supplied. Occasionally, some of the included meals may be in local restaurants or accommodation places.
If you have any dietary requirements we will make every effort to cater to your specific needs as long as you advise your travel agent or
Topdeck Trip Consultant when you book. But please be aware that although we will do everything in our power to arrange it, we cannot
guarantee that every restaurant we use will be able to cater to all dietary needs, particularly in Eastern Europe. We also cannot cater for
tastes or dislikes, as most of our included evening meals feature a set menu.
No Tip Necessary
Your Topdeck crew never expect tips themselves and will not ask for any; that’s not what friends do! We also know how much tipping can
cost you. So go ahead, spoil yourself with the money you will save by travelling with Topdeck (just don’t forget Mum’s souvenir).
Topdeck Travel App
Our travel app has landed! With a range of awesome features including a Currency Converter, Budget Tracker, Check-In tool and Social
Timeline you can plan your trip like a pro. Think of it like your very own Topdeck Trip Leader, always on call with the latest info, weather,
maps and city guides to give you the trip of a lifetime, all in the palm of your hand.
Please note: The Topdeck Travel App should only be downloaded once you have booked onto your trip. You will not be able to log in unless
you have a Topdeck Booking Reference Number.
Get it for iPhone
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Other Information
Finances
Changing Money
ATMs/cashpoints are available all over Europe and are the safest and easiest way to access money. Major credit cards are also accepted and
we recommend you bring yours along in case you see something special that you hadn't budgeted for.
Some nationals may have access to pre-paid cards that you can use at any ATM just like a debit card that you may want to consider as a
viable alternative or addition to your bank card.
We recommend that you change approximately €100 in cash before departure and approximately 30 Swiss francs (if your trip goes through
Switzerland). This will cover you for spending money until you have the chance to change more or find an ATM on the ground.
Please note credit cards cannot be used to pay for Optional Activities.
Spending Money
Based on experience, we recommend at least €50 – €60 per day. This is to cover daily expenses including sightseeing, small souvenir
shopping and non-included meals.
Remember, this is a rough figure only and spending habits vary greatly between individuals according to their budget and habits!
Tipping
Although you may not be accustomed to tipping at home, in many European countries it is customary. In some countries a service charge
may be added to your bill, in other countries it is usual to round the bill up to the nearest Euro or to leave an additional amount of between
5% and 10%. Your Trip Leader will be able to advise you further on the tipping customs in the countries you visit.
Topdeck Top Tip: it is a really good idea to hide away somewhere a small amount of cash and/or extra card; this will really come in handy in
the unlikely event that you lose your wallet or any other kind of emergency.
European Currencies
While the predominant currency throughout Europe is the euro (€), there are still many European countries that sit outside the Eurozone for
which you will need to use local currency (or rely on your credit/debit cards). It is generally always possible to exchange money into local
currency after arriving in the country, but the easiest way is to make a withdrawal from a local ATM/cashpoint.
Below is a list of all the other currencies you will use on your trip:
Switzerland - Swiss Franc (CHF)
Croatia - Kuna (HRK)
Czech Republic - Koruna (Crown) (CZK)
Albania - Lek (ALL)
Insurance
It is compulsory for all passengers to take out comprehensive travel insurance before the trip departs covering cancellation, medical
expenses including repatriation, loss or damage to baggage and personal belongings, money and personal liability.
For more information go to www.topdeck.travel/travel-insurance.
You must bring a copy of your travel insurance policy with you on the trip. Details of your policy must be uploaded into the Topdeck app
before your trips departs, otherwise they will be requested by your Trip Leader on Day One
Passports and Visas
Please make sure your passport is valid for at least six months after the last day of your trip. Some countries will refuse entry if there is not at
least six months validity remaining on your passport after your departure date from their country. Depending on your nationality, you may
require a visa to enter certain countries.
It is your responsibility to obtain these prior to the departure of this trip. You can consult the government websites of the countries in which
you will be travelling or your own government’s website to determine which visas you will require. We also have a visa chart on our website
listing the visas required by some nationalities travelling on our trips. To check go to www.topdeck.travel/visas.
Remember that some visas can take up to six weeks to acquire, so don’t leave it until the last minute. Also bear in mind that the validity of
the visa often runs from the date of issue rather than date of entry into the country. Please check with the appropriate embassies prior to
departure as requirements do change periodically.
Transport
Coach Time
We try to spend as little time on the coach as possible so that you have more time to enjoy the places you visit. But do please remember that
Europe is a large continent and it takes time to get around!
On driving days between cities you will be on the coach during the day, stopping off to visit places of interest where possible. Strict driving
rules apply in Europe that limit the maximum number of hours your Driver can drive each day. They also limit the maximum number of days
that can be driven before a day off must be taken. We have worked hard to make sure this does not affect your trip, but in some cities it
means we will use public transport while your Driver has a well-earned rest day. The cost for this is included in your trip price and your Trip
Leader will show you how to get around town as the locals do!
Please note: this doesn't cover your own local transport while in a city, only when the coach is not in operation
Wi-Fi
Free Wi-Fi is available for all passengers in Europe, this includes both coach and sailing trips. For more information about our Wi-Fi allowance
and availability per country, please head to our website www.topdeck.travel/wi-fi.
Please note: Wi-Fi charges are subject to change. If you feel necessary, please enquire with us to ensure your particular coach has Wi-Fi
availability.
Health and Safety
We want to make sure you’re having the time of your life while travelling with us. Therefore, if you suffer from any kind of medical condition
or allergies, we will need to know at the time of booking, or at least six weeks prior to the departure of your trip.
If you require regular medication, you must have a sufficient supply before your trip departs, as it may be difficult to obtain while travelling.
You must be able to administer your own medication, as Topdeck Road Crew will not be able to administer it, and there are no guarantees
that there will be anyone with first aid training on board.
Vaccinations
There are currently no compulsory vaccinations required for any of the countries this trip visits. Please reconfirm this with your GP or health
professional before you leave as conditions can change.
General Information
Public toilets
In most European countries you can expect to pay a small amount to use public toilets at service stations and in city centres. It is a common
practice in Europe and should be regarded as a form of ‘tipping’, as the money goes to the people who clean and/or maintain the facilities. It
is very rare that public toilets do not supply toilet paper, but it may be useful to carry a pack of tissues with you.
Power
All European countries (with the sole exception of the United Kingdom) use a CEE7/16 standard round, two-prong plug and a single adaptor
will work in all countries.
Voltage
Throughout Europe the voltage is a uniform 220v. If the voltage is the same or similar in your home country your appliance will comply. If
you have a 110v appliance you will need to use a transformer to avoid damaging your appliance.
In Cases of Emergency
While we hope you never have to use it, if for any reason you need to contact someone from Topdeck, whether it be that you have missed a
trip departure meeting, have become separated from your trip on the road or any other unforeseeable problem, the following options are
available to you.
Emergency Contact
Our Customer Service team is on hand 24/7 to help*
Please call 1300886332 from within Australia, 0800525366 from within New Zealand, 18006071399 from within North America, 0800982308
from within South Africa, 0362731786 from within Japan, 08452575212 from inside the UK or +44289873305 for the rest of the world. A
Topdeck representative will be on hand to help.
* Please note our Customer Service team may be closed over bank holidays. Please check out www.topdeck.travel/abouttopdeck/contact-us over these times.
What to Bring
We recommend soft bags, suitcases or frameless backpacks, plus a small day pack or carry bag. No external framed bags please, as they
damage other bags on the coach. Please limit your luggage to a maximum of 20kg. Luggage must not exceed dimensions of 70cm in height,
45cm in width and 25cm in depth. Only one piece of luggage is allowed.
Please note that due to space and weight restrictions on our coaches, passengers with too much luggage on departure morning may be told
that they cannot take their entire luggage with them. Luggage storage facilities are usually available at the departure point, if they are not
available you will have to make your own arrangements to have it stored or shipped home. Any luggage left behind will be at your own risk
and you will be required to pay any costs incurred.
Sleeping Bags
A sleeping bag will not be required for your trip.
Suggested Packing List
The golden rule is to travel as light as you can. Only bring what you really need and leave plenty of space for things you might want to buy.
Don't forget you will have to carry your bag around yourself before and after the trip, as well as in and out of where you’re staying while on
your trip!
The following is a suggested clothing list only, based on our experience:
1 pair of comfortable walking shoes
1 pair of smart casual shoes
1 pair thongs/jandals/flip-flops
2 pairs jeans/trousers
2 pairs shorts/skirts
4 shirts/t-shirts
2 sweaters/jumpers
Smart casual evening wear
1 rainproof jacket
1 warm jacket
Underwear and socks!
Other things to pack:
Swimwear
Towel
Toiletries
Hat and Sunscreen
Basic medical kit (including plasters, aspirin etc.)
Washing powder
Insect repellent
Conversion plug
Optionals to consider:
Sewing kit
Pillow case
Torch
Travel pillow
Please note: entry into some religious sites, such as cathedrals and mosques, requires clothing to cover the knees, chest and shoulders.
Final Checklist
Passport (with visas if required!)
Airline tickets (where applicable)
Insurance Policy (you must bring these details with you)
Camera; batteries; chargers; conversion plug
That’s it – you’re now ready for your trip of a lifetime! If you have any further questions feel free to give our team a shout at any time. Happy
travels!