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First Class 2012: Scenic Europe Begins Brussels 2012
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 Tour Type: European DiscoveriesBrochure Type: First Class 2012Be captivated by Europe's fascinating culture! From the romantic Rhine Valley to luscious Lucerne, the waterways of Venice and the wonders of Florence, ancient Rome and glittering Paris - your journey is simply magical. Sightseeing Highlights- Brussels Orientation includes views of the Grand Place, Royal Palaces, Atomium and Manneken Pis.
- Rhine Valley Cruise the scenic River Rhine
- Heidelberg View the impressive castle.
- Lucerne Orientation including the Old Town and visit the Lion Monument.
- Venice Enjoy a canal cruise by private motor launch. Visit St. Mark's Square and view the Doge's Palace, the Bridge of Sighs and St Mark's Basilica.
- Rome Sightseeing tour includes views of the ancient Roman Forum, the Colosseum and Circus Maximus. Visit St. Peter's Basilica and view Michelangelo's Pieta.
- Florence Admire the panoramic views from Piazzale Michelangelo. Your walking tour takes you to Signoria Square and includes views of the Duomo, Baptistery, Ponte Vecchio and Santa Croce Basilica.
- Pisa View the Leaning Tower in the Square of Miracles.
- Monaco View the Monte Carlo Casino and Grand Prix circuit.
- Nice See the Bay of Angels.
- Paris Sightseeing tour includes a visit to the second level of the Eiffel Tower for spectacular city panoramas. See the Champs Elysees, Arc de Triomphe, Paris Opera, Louvre and Notre Dame Cathedral.
Dining Highlights- Welcome Reception including light snacks and Welcome Drinks with your Travel Director in Brussels.
- 11 hot buffet breakfasts.
- 2 three-course dinners.
- 2 three-course dinners with local wine.
- Local highlight restaurant dinner with wine on the French Riviera.
- Farewell Dinner with wine in Paris.
First Class Travel Highlights- First class hotel accommodation featuring twin rooms and private facilities
- All hotel service charges and tips, baggage handling fees and local taxes included
- Travel by luxury air-conditioned coach with reclining seats and onboard restroom
- The services of one of our professional Travel Directors throughout your journey
- A qualified Local Guide in Rome, Florence and Paris.
- Audio headsets for all guided visits and included sightseeing
- High-speed TGV train from Avignon to Paris.
- Capture treasured memories of your trip with a complimentary group photo taken at a landmark location.
- A stylish wallet, travel documents, keepsake booklet and map
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| Call (732) 704-1899 for more information or to book today! Mention code 10564986 | | Trafalgar Tours | | Offer valid through 3/31/2012 | | | | Day | Destination | Description | | Day 1 | Depart USA | DEPART USA: Overnight flight to Brussels. | | Day 2 | Brussels | ARRIVE BRUSSELS: Welcome to Brussels. On arrival, your orientation includes views of the Atomium, the Royal Palaces and a walk through the Grand Place to view the Manneken Pis. This evening, get to know your travel companions and your Travel Director at a Welcome Reception. (Welcome Reception)
The Hotel (Deluxe) | | Day 3 | Rhineland | BRUSSELS - RHINE CRUISE - HEIDELBERG - RHINELAND: Travel via Beethoven's birthplace, Bonn to Boppard. A scenic cruise takes you past castle ruins and steep vineyards to St. Goar, site of the Lorelei Rock. Later, view Heidelberg Castle, one of the most important Renaissance structures north of the Alps on the way to your Rhineland hotel. (Buffet Breakfast / Dinner)
Renaissance (Superior First Class) | | Day 4 | Lucerne | RHINELAND - LUCERNE: Experience a scenic drive south into Switzerland to the lakeside resort of Lucerne. Visit the Lion Monument, the old town ramparts and famous wooden Chapel Bridge during your orientation of Lucerne. Dine tonight at your hotel. Afterwards, you might like to enjoy an optional Swiss folklore evening complete with yodelling! (Buffet Breakfast / Dinner)
Grand Europe (First Class) | | Day 5 | Venice | LUCERNE - VENICE: This morning cross the splendid Alps as you head south to Italy and the Byzantine city of Venice. Take in the sights of the city during your included canal cruise by private launch to St. Mark's Square. View the Bridge of Sighs and the ornate Doge's Palace. Watch a demonstration of the ancient art of glass-blowing at one of the oldest workshops on the island. (Buffet Breakfast / Dinner)
Novotel Venezia Mestre Castellana (First Class) | | Day 6 | Rome | VENICE - ROME (2 NIGHTS): Cross the fertile Po Valley and pass by Bologna, and then enjoy views of the dramatic Apennine Mountains. Pass the scenic hill top towns of Orvieto and Orte and later arrive in the eternal city of Rome. (Buffet Breakfast)
Aran Mantegna (First Class) | | Day 7 | Rome | ROME SIGHTSEEING AND FREE TIME: Visit St. Peter's Basilica in the Vatican city with your expert Local Guide. Admire Michelangelo's Pieta, a Renaissance masterpiece, and St. Peter's Square. View the Forum, centre of daily life in ancient Rome, and the mighty Colosseum. See the Circus Maximus, set in a valley between the Aventine and Palatine Hills, where chariot races were held. Spend time afterwards seeing the sights of your choice and perhaps consider a visit inside the Sistine Chapel to see the magnificent ceiling. (Buffet Breakfast) | | Day 8 | Florence | ROME - FLORENCE: Travel north through picturesque Umbria into the scenic Tuscany region, arrive in Florence, the birthplace of the Renaissance. Your expert Local Guide takes you on a walking tour to view the Duomo, Baptistery and Signoria Square, full of statues and palaces. View the Ponte Vecchio bridge, a spectacular feat of engineering dating from the Middle Ages. There is time to shop for luxury Italian leather goods before dining this evening at your hotel. (Buffet Breakfast / Dinner)
Nil Hotel (First Class) | | Day 9 | Nice | FLORENCE - PISA - MONACO - NICE (2 NIGHTS): The Leaning Tower of Pisa in the Square of Miracles is the first magical stop today! Pass the Carrara quarries-renowned for high quality marble-on the way to the French border. Visit the Principality of Monaco where you view the Monte Carlo casinos and travel on part of the Formula 1 motor racing track. This evening in Nice, capital of the spectacular French Riviera, join your companions for a wonderful Highlight Dinner in a local restaurant. (Buffet Breakfast / Highlight Dinner)
NH Nice (First Class) | | Day 10 | Nice | NICE - FREE TIME: Your day is free to enjoy the unique ambience of the Cote d'Azur. Go for a swim in the Mediterranean. Stroll along the elegant Promenade des Anglais. Shop in fashionable boutiques. Consider a visit to the medieval town of St. Paul de Vence, one of the oldest medieval towns on the French Riviera and home to the rich and famous! (Buffet Breakfast) | | Day 11 | Paris | NICE - AVIGNON - TGV TRAIN - PARIS (2 NIGHTS): A scenic drive brings you to Avignon, where you board the rapid and supremely comfortable TGV train. See Burgundy's fertile vineyards as you head north to the fascinating city of Paris, your home for the next two nights. Tonight, celebrate the end of your holiday at a Farewell Dinner with your Travel Director and fellow travellers. (Buffet Breakfast / Farewell Dinner)
Pullman Bercy (Superior First Class) | | Day 12 | Paris | PARIS SIGHTSEEING AND FREE TIME: See all the famous landmarks during your sightseeing tour of Paris. Your expert Local Guide brings the city to life, showing you views of the Place de la Concorde, the Champs Elysees and the Arc de Triomphe. Admire the panorama from the second level of the Eiffel Tower and see Notre Dame Cathedral and the Pont Alexandre III. Spend free time exploring the sights you've always dreamed of seeing! Shop in smart boutiques, visit museums and galleries or relax and watch the world go by. This evening you might like to round off your trip at a famous Parisian cabaret! (Buffet Breakfast) | | Day 13 | Depart Paris | DEPART PARIS: Say 'au revoir' to Paris, your fellow travelers and your Travel Director at
the end of a wonderful European experience! (Buffet Breakfast) |
| | The departures above marked with * may be accommodated in Juan Les Pins instead of Nice due to large congresses and events being held in the local area. Sightseeing inclusions will remain unchanged.
- 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.
- For full terms and conditions, please refer to our Conditions page.
- Hotel Class Key: D: Deluxe SF: Superior First Class F: First Class |
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