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European Focus 2009
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 A whirlwind tour of 8 European countries: experience Amsterdam, a cruise along the Rhine, the sights and flavors of Italy's best-loved cities, gorgeous alpine Lucerne, and perenially elegant Paris. Highlights AmsterdamRhine Valley
Heidelberg
Munich
InnsbruckVeniceRomeSiena
FlorencePisa
LucerneParisDover
London Whats Included Sightseeing Highlights
Amsterdam: Orientation highlights the Tower of Tears, Dam Square plus visit a diamond-cutting factory. Also included is a canal cruise.Rhine Valley: Cruise past the Lorelei Rock.Heidelberg: See the red sandstone Castle high above the city.Munich: Orientation includes the Hofbrauhaus and Olympic Stadium.Innsbruck: Orientation shows us the Golden Roof and Hofburg Palace.Venice: Canal cruise by private launch seeing St. Mark's Square, Doges' Palace and Church of San Giorgio. Also witness a demonstration of Murano glass-blowing.Rome: Sightseeing includes views of the Colosseum, Forum and St. Peter's Basilica in the Vatican.Siena: Visit the medieval Tuscan city, famous for its Palio horse race.Florence: Sightseeing features the Duomo, Piazza Signoria and Santa Croce Basilica.Pisa: See the amazing Leaning Tower and Cathedral.Lucerne: Orientation highlights the Lion Monument and Chapel Bridge.Paris: Sightseeing in this elegant city includes views of Notre Dame, Eiffel Tower, Arc de Triomphe and more. Plus an illuminations tour of the city.Dover: See the White Cliffs.Dining & Entertainment
Welcome drink with your Tour Planner in Amsterdam.1 continental breakfast in London14 buffet breakfasts6 local restaurant dinners in Amsterdam, Rhineland, Venice, Rome, Florence and LucerneTravel Highlights
Accommodation in twin-bedded rooms with private facilities.All hotel service charges and tips, baggage handling fees and local taxes are included.Superb travel in a luxury air-conditioned motorcoach and Cross-channel ferry.Professionally Escorted multi-lingual Tour Planner throughout and local guides in Rome, Florence and Paris.A stylish wallet, tour documents and map book journal.airport transfers, Conditions apply |
| Call (781) 837-1111 for more information or to book today! Mention code 8597383 | | Trafalgar Tours | | Offer valid through 11/30/2009 | | | | Day | Destination | Description | | Day 1 | Depart USA | Depart USA :
Overnight flight to London. | | Day 2 | London | Arrive London :
Time to relax after checking into your Trafalgar hotel.
Hotel: Ibis Earls Court | | Day 3 | Amsterdam | London - Amsterdam (2 nights) :
Today we begin our European holiday! So we head down to Dover and across the Channel to France. On into Belgium, and towards scores of turning windmills against vast expanses of sky we arrive in Holland and friendly Amsterdam. Here we enjoy a Welcome Drink with fellow passengers before a wonderful introduction to the city this evening on an included canal cruise in a glass-topped boat and then we enjoy dinner together in a local restaurant.(Continential breakfast / Highlight dinner)
Hotel: Ibis Schiphol Amsterdam | | Day 4 | Amsterdam | Amsterdam orientation and at leisure :
Orientation of the city includes Dam Square, the Tower of Tears and a diamond-cutting factory, set against a backdrop of canals, barges and bikes! Then you are free to explore - the museums, the 'brown' bars and the antique shops. Later maybe experience more of Amsterdam's exciting nightlife, we'll provide late-night transportation to take you back to your hotel.(Buffet breakfast) | | Day 5 | Hochenheim | Amsterdam - Rhine Cruise Rhineland (Hochenheim) :
We travel into Germany to the River Rhine and to Boppard. Here we embark on a scenic Rhine cruise. Perhaps sip on a Riesling, as we sail past ancient cafestles perched on vine-terraced hillsides. Admire the statue of Lorelei, the nymph who, according to legend, would lure young men to their death! Tonight, enjoy dinner in a local tavern and perhaps try some of that great German beer!(Buffet breakfast / Highlight dinner)
Hotel: Ramada Hochenheim | | Day 6 | Munich | Rhineland (Hochenheim)Heidelburg- Munich :
First to the 'Student Prince' city of Heidelberg, where we admire the Castle and have time in the pedestrian quarter. Then on via Stuttgart and through the Swabian Hills to Bavaria's lively capital, Munich. Here we see the Marienplatz, Olympic Stadium and the Hofbrauhaus.(Buffet breakfast)
Hotel: Eurohotel & Suites | | Day 7 | Venice | Munich - Innsbruck - Venice (Favaro) (2 nights) :
Our stop this morning is Innsbruck in the Austrian Tyrol where we see the Golden Roof and Hofburg Palace. Then through the Brenner Pass into the mountains of the Italian Dolomites, interspersed with imposing cafestles and fortresses, we drive to magical Venice. This evening, we enjoy dinner in a canal-side restaurant.(Buffet breakfast / Highlight dinner)
Hotel: Smart Hotel Holiday | | Day 8 | Venice | Venice sightseeing and at leisure :
We glide past Palladian Palazzos and chugging vaporettos to St. Mark's Square, seeing the Church of San Giorgio, Doge's Palace and St. Mark's Basilica. We witness a demonstration of glass-blowing at an ancient workshop before free time. Maybe take an excursion to one of the many islands of the Lagoon.(Buffet breakfast) | | Day 9 | Rome | Venice (Favaro) - Rome (2 nights) :
We travel via Bologna across the rugged Apennines and through Tuscan vineyards and olive groves. Then past Umbrian hilltop towns and ochre landscapes we arrive in Rome. Tonight, we dine in a downtown 'trattoria' and later you may wish to indulge in some nightlife!(Buffet breakfast / Highlight dinner)
Hotel: Pinewood Hotel | | Day 10 | Rome | Rome sightseeing and at leisure :
Our morning sightseeing tour with a local guide shows us the Colosseum, the Forum and St. Peter's Basilica, in the Vatican. The balance of the day is free to either wander the streets of the medieval city or to wonder at Michelangelo's paintings on the ceiling of the Sistine Chapel! Tonight, fettucini spaghetti tagliatelli - whatever you choose wash it down with some of the local Frascati - and do as the Romans do!(Buffet breakfast) | | Day 11 | Florence | Rome - Siena - Florence (2 nights) :
After breakfast, its off the highway as we drive through hilly fields of sunflowers to medieval Siena - where banking was invented! More famous today for its excellent cuisine and Palio horse race. Time to shop for ceramics and admire the perfect architecture in the Piazza del Campo. Then it's only a short drive to Florence with its abundance of Renaissance art, up-to-the-minute fashions and delicious cuisine! Florence is full of fun nightlife, so tonight 'you may like to dance the night away' in one of the 'state-of-the-art' nightclubs.(Buffet breakfast)
Hotel: Best Western Select | | Day 12 | Florence | Florence sightseeing and at leisure :
The only way to really visit this city is with a local guide on foot! Highlights are the marble Duomo, Piazza Signoria with its many sculptures and of course the Basilica of Santa Croce, where so many of Italy's heroes are buried. Today the area around the Basilica is a centre for high quality leather goods and gold jewelry, so it's a great place for shopping! This evening, we'll enjoy some of that fine food at a pizza dinner with wine.(Buffet breakfast / Highlight dinner) | | Day 13 | Lucerne | Florence - Pisa - Lucerne (2 nights) :
A short drive to Pisa for a visit to the Piazza dei Miracoli to see the Leaning Tower and marble Cathedral. Then along the Italian Riviera and past the marble quarries of Carrara we by-pass Milan and drive through the Italian Lake District. Crossing Lake Lugano in Switzerland we ascend into the Alps via the St. Gotthard. The lake of Lucerne is resplendent before us with majestic snow-capped peaks reflected in its cool, deep turquoise waters. This evening, why not join in the fun of a Swiss Folklore show(Buffet breakfast)
Hotel: Weinhof | | Day 14 | Lucerne | Lucerne orientation and at leisure :
Today see the Lion Monument and Chapel Bridge on our orientation tour. Then plenty of time for shopping for chocolates, clocks, watches, woodcarvings and more! Later, you may wish to take a trip up Mount Pilatus and enjoy the best view possible over the surrounding Alps. Tonight, enjoy a dinner of Swiss cuisine in a local restaurant.(Buffet breakfast / Highlight dinner) | | Day 15 | Paris | Lucerne - Paris (2 nights) :
Through the Jura Mountains, we drive into wine-producing Burgundy with its picturesque villages to the world's most elegant city - Paris. Tonight stroll along the banks of the Seine or enjoy a romantic dinner in a bistro in the Latin Quarter. (Buffet breakfast)
Hotel: Mercure la Defense 5 | | Day 16 | Paris | Paris sightseeing & at leisure :
This morning's sightseeing tour features the Notre Dame Cathedral, the Eiffel Tower and the Arc de Triomphe. Later, maybe visit the luxurious Palace of Versailles or admire the art in the Louvre. This evening, we enjoy an included illuminations tour of the city. For those who wish to party late at one of the popular clubs such as 'Les Bains Douches', or to enjoy the late dinner show at one of the traditional Parisian Cabarets. We will provide late-night transportation to take you back to your hotel.(Buffet breakfast) | | Day 17 | Return USA | Paris - USA :
Time for farewells or perhaps extend your stay with your new-found friends.(Buffet breakfast) |
| | * This list indicates brochure rates and dates.
** For single travellers purchasing the twin-share option, please note that there is a no smoking policy in all shared rooms.
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.
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