Experience Europe's football fever

The slogan for the Euro 2008 championship was ‘Expect Emotion’ and no doubt fans were sad when the tickets for the tournament sold out. But the electric atmosphere of this important festival of football can’t be confined to the stadiums.

The fever will also be felt on the streets and in local bars and restaurants all across Austria and Switzerland, so fans can still be part of the exhilaration of Europe’s most important football competition, travelling with adventure tour specialist Tucan Travel.

• Soak up the atmosphere in local restaurants and bars, hang out with the locals and witness the joy, excitement and disappointment of the match right up to the final whistle.

• Enjoy the amazing atmosphere with no hassles! We organise everything so you don’t have to. You don’t have to worry about how you will get to Austria or Switzerland or where you’ll stay. And even though local transport links will be busy, you’ll travel with ease in a comfy, modern, air conditioned coach.

• We’ve already sorted out your accommodation in advance – and it’s great value. Accommodation will be in high demand near the host cities so going it alone would be more difficult.

• You’ll be travelling with a Tour Leader, Driver and Cook, with lots of tasty meals included in your tour price.

• You’ll enjoy the natural and cultural highlights of many countries in Europe.

• Although these tours are already great value for money, we’ve reduced the Local Fund even further than the brochured price, so you can save money to sample some of the beverages produced by Austria’s 148 breweries, or indulge in some luxurious Swiss chocolate.

Five great value Budget Expeditions style tours visit Austria and Switzerland during Euro 2008, which kicks off 07 June.

Classic Europe – 21 days – Visit 10 countries – departs London, 25 May 2008 – £660 plus Local Fund €430

Discover cosmopolitan Paris and relax on the stunning French Riviera. Indulge in the many flavours Florence’s world-class gelati, discover Rome’s ancient ruins and admire Venice’s singing gondoliers. Fuel your adrenaline rush with outdoor sports in the Swiss Alps and Austria’s Tyrol region, and hear the sound of music in Vienna! Lose yourself wandering the streets of magical Prague and live it up in Amsterdam.

Essential Europe – 14 days - Visit 8 countries – departs London, 15 June 2008 – £424 plus Local Fund €300

From the classic architecture and stylish shopping in Paris to the cultural hotspots, cafes and world-class galleries of Amsterdam, this tour captures the essential names and places that Europe is all about. Travel through the Swiss Alps and get into some extreme sports, visit five of Italy’s most popular cities, go rafting in Austria’s Tyrol region and get a taste of medieval Germany.

Europe Experience – 14 days – Visit 9 countries – departs Rome, 01 June 2008 - £460 plus Local Fund €300

Explore the history of the ancient Roman Empire, go wild in the Swiss Alps with adventure sports and let loose the cultural connoisseur within you as we discover the architectural beauty of Prague and the art of Amsterdam.

Totally Europe – 28 days – Visit 13 countries – departs London, 24 June 2008 - £870 plus Local Fund €570

Covering the highlights of France and Italy to the hidden gems of Eastern Europe, this four week tour is the perfect introduction. Get right into the heart of naturally beautiful Croatia, discover the stunning architecture of Dubrovnik and Budapest, the breathtaking scenery of Slovenia and the truly magical city of Prague.

Paris & Pasta – 14 days – Visit 5 countries - departs London, 24 June 2008 - £490 plus Local Fund €280

Go shopping in the French capital of chic, breathe in the fresh air of the Swiss Aps, relax in the beautiful surrounds of Southern France and indulge in delicious Italian cuisine and gelati. Discover timeless art galleries, ancient ruins and traditional architecture spanning the centuries on this classic European adventure.

For more information visit Tucantravel.com.