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European Whirl 2010 (Oberammergau) end in Paris
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After seeing the distinctive structures and skylines of London, Rome, Florence and Paris, linger over views of the Rhine Valley, the Alps of Italy, the Italian Lakes, and the lush wine region of Burgundy. Once every 10 years, Oberammergau, a tiny, picturesque village in the heart of the Bavarian Alps, reenacts an event which draws people of every religious denomination from the four corners of the world to witness the most poignant and moving story ever told. The sheer spectacle of the performance is beyond any West End or Broadway production, and is not to be missed.

Highlights

  • Dover
  • Amsterdam
  • Rhine
  • Oberammergau
  • Innsbruck
  • London
  • Rome
  • Florence
  • Lugano
  • Lucerne
  • Paris
  • Venice

    Whats Included

    Sightseeing Highlights

  • Amsterdam: Enjoy a canal cruise. See Dam Square and the Mint Tower.
  • Rhine: Enjoy a leisurely river cruise, passing cafestles and vineyards.
  • Oberammergau: See the remarkable and awe inspiring Passion Play.
  • Innsbruck: See the Golden Roof in the old town square.
  • Rome: Visit St. Peter's Basilica in the Vatican, seeing Michelangelo's Pieta.
  • Florence: Guided walking tour. Visit the Santa Croce Basilica.
  • Lugano: Visit the elegant resort.
  • Lucerne: See the Lion Monument and Chapel Bridge.
  • Dover: See the White Cliffs.
  • Paris Sightseeing includes views of the Champs Elysees, Arc de Triomphe and Notre Dame Cathedral plus ascent to the second level of the Eiffel Tower.
  • Venice: Private canal cruise. Visit a Murano-crystal workshop.
  • London: Sightseeing tour.

    Dining Highlights

  • 1 buffet breakfast and 1 continental breakfast in London
  • 11 hot buffet breakfasts
  • Lunch in Oberammergau
  • 4 three-course dinners
  • Local highlight restaurant dinner with wine in Florence
  • Farewell Dinner with wine in Paris 20 meals in total (see day-by-day itinerary)

    First Class Travel Highlights

  • First Class hotel accommodation includes twin-bedded rooms with private facilities, all hotel service charges and tips, baggage handling fees and local taxes.
  • Touring by luxury air-conditioned coach with reclining seats and a washroom onboard.
  • The services of one of Trafalgar's top professional multi-lingual Tour Directors.
  • The services of a Trafalgar Representative at your London hotel.
  • A qualified local city guide in Rome, Florence and Paris.
  • Cross-channel ferry.
  • Airport transfers are provided on Day 15
  • A stylish wallet, tour documents and a Welcome on Tour book.
  • For London airport shuttle, conditions apply.

    Free London Return
    Passengers on the 'Land only' option may return to London by Trafalgar motorcoach at NO EXTRA CHARGE, instead of departing from Paris. Accommodation will be required, as arrival in London is late afternoon/early evening. Ask your Travel Agent to book this for you.

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    Tour OperatorTrafalgar Tours
    OfferOffer valid through 12/31/2009
    Duration
    15 Days
    Escorted
    Escorted - Yes
    Itinerary
    DayDestinationDescription
    Day 1Depart USA Depart USA :
    Overnight flight to London.
    Day 2London Arrive London (2 nights) :
    Welcome to London!

    Hotel: Holiday Inn Regents Park
    Day 3London London sightseeing & at leisure :
    Enjoy the many major sights that are included in our morning sightseeing tour, with free time afterwards to explore on your own. (Buffet breakfast)
    Day 4Amsterdam London - Amsterdam :
    We cross the Channel to Calais, in France, then on to Amsterdam where we see Dam Square, the Mint Tower and enjoy a canal cruise in a glass-topped boat, before enjoying a Welcome Drink. (Continental breakfast)

    Hotel: Novotel Amsterdam City
    Day 5Rhineland Amsterdam - Rhine Cruise - Rhineland :
    We drive via Arnhem, scene of the film "A Bridge too far", into Germany and continue to Cologne to see the gothic cathedral before continuing to Boppard to take a scenic Rhine cruise. Then we continue to our hotel. (Buffet breakfast / Dinner)

    Hotel: Mercure Am Rathaus
    Day 6Oberammergau Rhineland - Oberammergau :
    This morning we drive south along the Rhine Valley and then head for the picturesque region of Bavaria. First we enjoy an included lunch before continuing to the charming village of Oberammergau to attend the Passion Play performance at 2.30pm. In the interval dinner is included at a restaurant and the play then concludes at 10.30pm. All passengers will be transferred to their overnight accommodation. (Buffet breakfast / Lunch / Dinner)
    Day 7Venice Oberammergau - Venice :
    After breakfast we rejoin our touring coach and fellow travelers before resuming the regular itinerary as we continue to Venice via Innsbruck. (Buffet breakfast / Dinner)
    Day 8Rome Venice - Rome (2 nights) :
    Today we head south across the Veneto plain, then cross the forested Apennine hills and cross through Tuscany and Umbria to reach the Eternal City of Rome. (Buffet breakfast)

    Hotel: Grand Hotel Palazzo Carpegna
    Day 9Rome Rome sightseeing & at leisure :
    This morning our guided tour includes a visit to St Peter's Basilica in the Vatican City, views of the Forum and the mighty Colosseum, before there is time at leisure. (Buffet breakfast)
    Day 10Florence Rome - Florence :
    Today we head north to Florence where our guided tour includes the cathedral, baptistery, Signoria Square, Santa Croce Basilica and a Hidden Treasure! Then free time to sightsee further or to shop for fine leather and gold before we enjoy a Highlight Dinner together. (Buffet breakfast / Highlight dinner)

    Hotel: Grand Hotel Mediterraneo
    Day 11Lucerne Florence - Lugano - Lucerne (2 nights) :
    Today we travel north across the Apennines, pass by the northern commercial center of Milan and continue to Swiss lakeside Lugano. Then we take the scenic alpine Gotthard route to Lucerne in central Switzerland. (Buffet breakfast)

    Hotel: Grand Hotel Europe
    Day 12Lucerne Lucerne orientation and at leisure :
    Our orientation includes the poignant Lion Monument and the wooden Chapel Bridge. Then time to take a mountain excursion or shop for Swiss souvenirs. (Buffet breakfast / Dinner)
    Day 13Paris Lucerne - Paris (2 nights) :
    This morning we cross the border into France and drive through wine-producing Burgundy. We continue northwards and later arrive in lively glittering Paris for the next two nights. (Buffet breakfast)

    Hotel: Holiday Inn La Villette
    Day 14Paris Paris sightseeing & at leisure :
    Our guided tour features the Place de la Concorde, Arc de Triomphe and Eiffel Tower, which we ascend to the second level. Then we have time at leisure to relax or explore further. Later, we enjoy a celebratory Farewell Dinner with our Tour Director and fellow travelers in a local restaurant. (Buffet breakfast / Farewell dinner)
    Day 15Return USA Paris - USA :
    Time to bid farewell to our Tour Director and new-found friends. (Buffet breakfast)
    Disclaimer
    ** Trafalgar guarantees to quote you the lowest possible airfare available on the day that you book. Please note that airfares are not included in the prices.
    ** This list indicates brochure rates and dates.
    *** Single and triple rooms are not available for the Oberammergau portion of the tour.
    **** Savings and discounts do not apply to the Oberammergau supplements.
    For details on discounts that apply to this tour please refer to a brochure or see your Travel Agent.
    The displayed prices are based on twin-share accommodation. A single supplement price is available on request.

    - These prices are correct at the time of the website going live, however are subject to confirmation at the time of booking.
    - All tour information is correct at time of tours going live, however is subject to change, please confirm all details at time of booking.
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