Inside Lonely Planet's Europe's Best Trips:

Lavish colour and gorgeous photography throughout

Itineraries and planning advice to pick the right tailored trips for your needs and interests

Get around easily - easy-to-read, full-colour route maps, detailed directions

Insider tips to get around like a local, avoid trouble spots and be safe on the road - local driving rules, parking, toll roads

Essential infoat your fingertips - hours of operation, phone numbers, websites, prices

Honest reviews for all budgets - eating, sleeping, sightseeing, hidden gems that most guidebooks miss

Useful features - including Stretch Your Legs,Detours, Link Your Trip

Covers Italy, France, Great Britain, Ireland, Spain, Portugal, Germany, Switzerland, Austria and more

The Perfect Choice: Lonely Planet's Europe's Best Trips is perfect for exploring Europe via the road and discovering sights that are more accessible by car.

Planning a Europe trip sans a car? Lonely Planet's Europe guide, our most comprehensive guides to Europe, are perfect for exploring both top sights and lesser-known gems.

Looking for a guide focused on a specific ciuntry? Check out Lonely Planet'sGreat Britain, France, Ireland, Spain, Portugal, Germany, Switzerland, Austria or Italy guides for a comprehensive look at all that these countries have to offer.

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