Contrasts of Europe 2010
Comfortable high-speed trains escort you from London to Paris, Nice, Milan, Venice, Florence and Rome during this 14-night adventure through Europe.
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Whats Included
Sightseeing Highlights
Dining Highlights
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- Tour Operator
- Trafalgar Tours
- Offer
- Offer valid through 12/31/2009
- Duration
- 16 Days
- Escorted
- Escorted - Yes
| Day | Destination | Description |
| Day 1 | Depart USA | Depart USA : Overnight flight to London. |
| Day 2 | London | Arrive London (2 nights) : Check into your London hotel, with the rest of your day at leisure. Tonight, enjoy a Welcome Drink with your Tour Director and traveling companions. Hotel: Park Plaza County Hall (2 nights) |
| Day 3 | London | London sightseeing & at leisure : We enjoy a half-day sightseeing tour featuring the famous Big Ben, Westminster Abbey, the Houses of Parliament and Buckingham Palace. The rest of your day is free. Perhaps visit Camden Lock Market, walk through Kensington Gardens, visit the Natural History Museum or take a Thames cruise to the Tower of London. Don't forget to take in some of the world famous London theater at a West End show before we leave this fashionable city! (Buffet breakfast) |
| Day 4 | Paris | London to Paris (3 nights) : Greetings from our Tour Director en route to St. Pancras Station. Here we board the ultra-modern high-speed Eurostar train to Paris. Delight in the scenery through Kent and Northern France to glamorous Paris. On arrival we join our coach and transfer to our hotel. (Buffet breakfast) Hotel: Novotel Tour Eiffel (3 nights) |
| Day 5 | Paris | Paris sightseeing & at leisure : After breakfast our morning guided sightseeing tour takes us from the Place de la Concorde along the Champs Elysees to the Arc de Triomphe. Next we will ascend to the second level of the Eiffel Tower for spectacular views over the well designed city. The remainder of your day is at leisure, later maybe enjoy a cabaret show and try some onion soup in a brasserie? (Buffet breakfast) |
| Day 6 | Paris | Paris at leisure : A full day to relax or explore this fascinating city. Your Tour Director will have already shown you one of the Hidden Treasures of Paris and will be happy to assist you to find more in this beautiful and elegant city. (Buffet breakfast) |
| Day 7 | Nice | Paris - Nice (2 nights) : We transfer to Paris' Gare de Lyon where we board the TGV Mediterranee, one of the French fleet's most recent trains. Our journey takes us through the hills of Burgundy, along the Rhone Valley, past the villages of Provence and the Luberon, to the French Riviera where we admire stunning coastal scenery en route to elegant Nice. On our arrival an orientation shows us the Promenade des Anglais, the Place Massena and "le vieux Nice". Then, after a Highlight Dinner of Nicoise specialties in a local restaurant, we head for Monte Carlo where we have the chance to "break the bank" at one of the cafesinos! (Buffet breakfast / Highlight Dinner) Hotel: Boscolo Park (2 nights) |
| Day 8 | Nice | Nice at leisure : There's plenty of time to enjoy this popular French resort. Maybe lie on the beach, swim in the Mediterranean or shop in the many tempting boutiques to be found in the pedestrian shopping area. Or take a stroll along the Promenade des Anglais all the way to the old town and port of Nice? Your Tour Director is on hand to advise you. (Buffet breakfast) |
| Day 9 | Venice | Nice - Train to Milan - Venice (3 nights) : Today we are transferred to the railway station for our train to Italy. Our train takes usfrom France to the northern plain of Italy, and the commercial and fashion capital, Milan. Here we disembark from the train and take the coach onwards to the magical city of Venice for a relaxing three-night stay. (Buffet breakfast / Dinner) Hotel: Plaza (3 nights) |
| Day 10 | Venice | Venice orientation & at leisure : This morning we board our private launch taking us past Palladian palaces to St. Mark's Square where we see the Bridge of Sighs, Doge's Palace and St. Mark's Basilica. Next we enjoy a demonstration of Murano glass-blowing in one of Venice's oldest workshops. Then time to enjoy the delights of this romantic city. (Buffet breakfast / Dinner) |
| Day 11 | Venice | Venice walking tour & at leisure : A full day at leisure in this unique city. For those who wish there's a transfer from the hotel to St. Mark's Square and back. We include a walking tour with a local guide from St. Mark's Square to the colorful fish market close to the Rialto Bridge, enhanced by our excellent audio system. Why not join an optional excursion to see some of the islands in the lagoon and enjoy a seafood lunch? Or perhaps explore the narrow "calle" and shop on the Rialto Bridge. This evening maybe relax over cocktails in the hotel bar. (Buffet breakfast) |
| Day 12 | Florence | Venice - Florence (2 nights) : This morning we cross the street to board our train for the Renaissance city of Florence. Our train makes its way through the forested Apennine Mountains and into the region of Tuscany where the landscape so beloved of artists features terraced olive groves, vineyards and dark green cypress trees. This afternoon our local guide takes us on a walking tour of this magnificent city using our very effective audio system. We visit the Basilica of Santa Croce where we see the tombs of Galileo, Macchiavelli, Dante and Michelangelo. We also see the Piazza Signoria with many statues displayed, the multi-colored marble Duomo and Bell Tower designed by Giotto and enjoy the superb view over the city from Piazzale Michelangelo. Tonight we enjoy a Highlight Dinner of local specialties in a popular local trattoria. (Buffet breakfast / Highlight dinner) Hotel: Boscolo Astoria (2 nights) |
| Day 13 | Florence | Florence at leisure : Today is at leisure and your Tour Director has already told you about one of the Hidden Treasures of this unique city. So now you have time to find more or maybe shop for high quality leather and 18-carat gold. Tonight, maybe try out the local Tuscan cuisine and Chianti wine in one of the many outdoor restaurants in Florence? (Buffet breakfast) |
| Day 14 | Rome | Florence - Rome (2 nights) : This morning we embark on our high-speed train, which takes us past the peaceful scenery of Umbria with its hilltop towns to the region of Latium, the Cradle of the Roman Civilization, and the "Eternal City". On arrival at Rome's Termini station, our local guide meets us and takes us on an in-depth sightseeing tour by coach, using our effective audio system. Highlights include a visit to St. Peter's Basilica where we see Michelangelo's "Pieta", and views of the Forum and Circus Maximus plus a visit to the mighty Colosseum. (Buffet breakfast) Hotel: Albergo Diana (2 nights) |
| Day 15 | Rome | Rome at leisure : A full day at leisure to explore this incredible city. Why not take an optional excursion to the Sistine Chapel or visit the Catacombs? Then maybe windowshop along the Via Condotti or explore the streets of Trastevere. Tonight, join your Tour Director for a Farewell Dinner in a local restaurant. (Buffet breakfast / Farewell Dinner) |
| Day 16 | Return USA | Rome - USA : This morning after breakfast our vacation must come to an end. There are transfers available to Rome Fiumicino Airport, conditions apply. (Buffet breakfast) |
- Dates/Pricing
- 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.
*** Guaranteed Room Share is not available on this tour.
**** 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.- These prices are correct at the time of the website going live, however are subject to confirmation at the time of booking.
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