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Backpack Europe Summer Teen Adventure Program - 21 Days
PARIS
Bienvenue! After viewing the city from atop the Eiffel Tower and listening to the chimes at Notre Dame, you will have no trouble remembering why you came to Europe in the first place. Dine in the artist colony of Montmartre and cruise down the River Seine at night. Admire the impressionist collection at the Musée d’Orsay, smile back at Mona Lisa at the Louvre, check out the moderns at the Centre Pompidou, discover Rodin’s The Thinker, browse along the Champs Élysées, and take in the action from the top of the Arc de Triomphe. Marvel at Versailles’ majestic palace, Hall of Mirrors and elegant gardens of Louis XIV on your guided visit. After breakfasts of croissants, fresh baguettes at lunch, and crêpes on evening visits to the Latin Quarter, you will leave the City of Lights with a new appreciation of la joie de vivre!
You’ll never forget the first time you show your train pass! When you cross over from cosmopolitan Paris, France to rugged Switzerland, don’t forget to ask the conductor to stamp your passport!
INTERLAKEN
A backpacker favorite, this Swiss resort village in the Jungfrau region and at the foot of Switzerland’s largest mountains is home to all things adventurous. Master the T-grip for our roaring whitewater rafting excursion. Dine on schnitzel on the terrace of a restaurant overlooking lakes Brienz and Thun, and bid farewell to Switzerland and its glacial charm.
CINQUE TERRE
Here’s your first Italian lesson: Cinque means five and Terre means land. Enjoy some chill time in the quaint fishing villages of the “Cinque Terre”. Part of the “Italian Riviera”, these five small, classic Italian towns are built into the cliffs and look much like they did when they were first settled in the 17th century. Hike from village to village, stopping on occasion for the amazing scenic views & irresistible pesto (this is where it was born!). Soak up the Italian sun during a relaxing day at the beach. Commemorate this trip highlight with a night of group activities and bonding on the beach overlooking the Mediterranean.
FLORENCE
Boticelli. Da Vinci. Michelangelo. Since Florence is the home of Renaissance, spend some time admiring the David at the Accademia and checking out the masterpieces at the Uffizi. Search the leather markets for the perfect gifts, and then put on your apron as you participate in an authentic Italian cooking class! Finish off your time in Florence with a night out at the international Space Electronic disco.
SORRENTO, POSITANO & THE ISLE OF CAPRI
On route explore the ruins of Pompeii buried in the volcanic ash when Vesuvius erupted 1900 years ago. Soak up street carnival atmosphere in this cliff-side town overlooking Bay of Naples. Cruise to the Isle of Capri stopping to hop off and swim in majestic green waters and grottos. Ride the funicular to the town of Capri and take in the café scene near Piazza Umberto. Spend the day at the chic beach resort town of Positano.
POMPEII
Explore ancient ruins of Pompeii buried in volcanic ash when Vesuvius erupted 1900 years ago - these excavated ruins offer a fascinating and unforgettable view of history.
ROME
Imagine gladiators in the Colosseum and people watch at the Spanish Steps. Dine in the celebrated Piazza Navona, discover the ancient treasures of the Pantheon and Forum, and visit Vatican City and enormous St. Peter's Square. Try to picture Michelangelo painting the famous ceiling of the Sistine Chapel, attend an authentic Roman Toga Party…and don’t forget to toss three coins in the Trevi Fountain – to guarantee your return to the Eternal City!
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