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European Dream (Winter 2009/2010)
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 A dynamic combination of must-see Rome, romantic Venice, gorgeous Lake Maggiore, elegant Paris, and regal London. Highlights RomeVeniceLucerneSavigny-Les-Beaune
ParisDover
London Whats Included Sightseeing Highlights
Rome: Sightseeing tour with special audio system includes views of the Forum and Colosseum plus a visit to St. Peter's Basilica.Venice: Canal cruise by private motor launch seeing St. Mark's Square and the Bridge of Sighs. Visit a traditional glass-blowing factory.Lucerne: Orientation includes the Lion Monument and the wooden Chapel Bridge.Savigny-L's-Beaune: View the vineyards.Paris: Ascent to the second level of the Eiffel Tower. Sightseeing includes views of the Louvre, Arc de Triomphe, Champs Elysees and Notre Dame Cathedral.London: Half day sightseeing shows us Buckingham Palace, the Houses of Parliament, Westminster Abbey and Big Ben.Dover: See the White Cliffs. Dining Highlights
Welcome drink with your Tour Director in Rome2 buffet breakfasts in London7 hot buffet breakfasts on tour3 three-course dinnersFarewell Dinner with wine in Paris 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.Drop-off at your Trafalgar London hotel.Cross-Channel ferry.Rome Airport transfer is provided on Day 2, see departure panel. London Airport shuttle service available (Conditions apply)Escorted by one of Trafalgar's top professional, multi-lingual Tour Directors.A qualified local guide in Rome and Paris.The services of a Trafalgar Representative at your London hotel.Experience Trafalgar's commitment to conservation in Venice.A stylish wallet, tour documents and map book journal. |
| Details | | Trafalgar Tours | | | | Day | Destination | Description | | Day 1 | Depart USA | Depart USA :
Overnight flight to Rome. | | Day 2 | Rome | Arrive Rome (2 nights) :
Welcome to Rome! After hotel check-in, time to relax and unwind. The rest of the day is free to explore on your own. This evening enjoy a Welcome Drink with your Tour Director and fellow travelers. Later, maybe enjoy a guided tour of the Eternal City by night?
Hotel: Melia Roma Aurelia Antica (2 nights) | | Day 3 | Rome | Rome sightseeing & at leisure :
Our guided morning sightseeing tour features a visit of the impressive St. Peter's Basilica in the Vatican City, highlighting Michelangelo's moving "Pieta". We also visit Piazza Venezia to admire the "Wedding Cake", otherwise known as the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. Then we see the Sacred Way and overlook the Roman Forum and of course see the infamous Colosseum of the Emperor Nero. Later, perhaps visit the Sistine Chapel or wander round the medieval quarter and stop to throw some coins into the Trevi Fountain! (Buffet Breakfast) | | Day 4 | Venice | Rome - Venice :
Today we pass by the hilltop towns of Umbria and the Chianti vineyards in the scenic Tuscan countryside before we reach the flat Veneto plains and our Venice hotel. (Buffet Breakfast / Dinner)
Hotel: Boscolo B4 Venezia | | Day 5 | Italian Lakes | Venice sightseeing - Italian Lakes :
Our private motor launch takes us on a canal cruise to St. Mark's Square to admire the Bridge of Sighs and the Doge's Palace. Then we visit a traditional glass-blowing factory, with free time to shop afterwards. From here we drive to the beautiful Italian lake district and Lake Varese. (Buffet Breakfast / Dinner)
Hotel: Boscolo Porro Pirelli | | Day 6 | Lucerne | Italian Lakes - Lucerne :
Today we cross through scenic Alpine landscapes and the Gotthard range as we drive to Lucerne. Here we visit the poignant Lion Monument and have time to walk across the covered wooden Chapel Bridge before our Tour Director reveals a Hidden Treasure to us all! Then free time to shop or take a trip up a nearby mountain for incredible views! (Buffet Breakfast / Dinner)
Hotel: Schiller | | Day 7 | Paris | Lucerne - Paris (2 nights) :
This morning we drive northwards via Basel in Switzerland and into France, we pass Belfort and remnants of the Maginot Line - the planned defence against an invading Germany in the Second World War. We stop to view the vineyards at Savigny-les-Beaune, before passing the imposing Castle of Chateauneuf on our way to Paris. Tonight, why not enjoy a delicious dinner in a cozy Parisian bistro? (Buffet Breakfast)
Hotel: Holiday Inn la Villette (2 nights) | | Day 8 | Paris | Paris sightseeing and at leisure :
Our guided sightseeing this morning includes views of Notre Dame, on the City Island, the ascent of the Eiffel Tower by elevator to the second level for magnificent views over the whole city, the Champs Elysees and the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier at the Arc de Triomphe. Later perhaps visit the Chateau of Versailles, the extravagant creation of Louis XIV, or explore the treasures of the Louvre Museum as explained in the Da Vinci Code. Tonight, with our Tour Director and fellow travelers, we celebrate the end of our European tour together at a Farewell Dinner with wine in a local restaurant! (Buffet Breakfast / Farewell Dinner) | | Day 9 | London | Paris - London (2 nights) :
Today we drive across the Somme battlefields and pass Vimy Ridge enroute to Calais. Here we sail across the Channel to the White Cliffs of Dover and make our way by coach through Kent, the "Garden of England", to London (Buffet Breakfast)
Hotel: Holiday Inn Regents Park (2 nights) | | Day 10 | London | London Sightseeing :
Many major sights are included on our morning guided sightseeing tour, including Big Ben, the Houses of Parliament and Buckingham Palace. Our tour will finish in central London, so the rest of the day is at leisure. (Buffet Breakfast) | | Day 11 | Return USA | London - USA :
Time to bid farewell to London and your fellow travelers as our memorable European tour comes to an end. (Buffet Breakfast) |
| | * Taxes, security fees and fuel surcharges are not included.
** 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.
- 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. |
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