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| EUROPE'S HIGHLIGHTS |
| Starting from $ 1690 |
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+91 (022) 66228100 |
| (Cost per person on twin
sharing basis ) |
| 14 Nights / 15 Days |
| Cities
: ENGLAND, HOLLAND, GERMANY, SWITZERLAND, FRANCE |
| Departure
Dates | Inclusions | Price |
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| Itinerary |
| Day 1: ARRIVAL IN LONDON, ENGLAND |
| Check into your hotel. In the afternoon you may want to start exploring the lively British capital. Uniformed Hosts are available to help you make the most of your stay. |
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| Day 2: LONDON |
| A full day to savor our rich program of optional activities: take a panoramic tour of London’s landmarks, visit the Tower of London, or choose an excursion to Windsor Castle. Tonight maybe a leisurely cruise on the River Thames? (B) |
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| Day 3: LONDON-AMSTERDAM AREA, HOLLAND |
| Leave London in the early morning and head through the lush English countryside to the Channel port, where you embark on your ferry for the Continent. Meet your Tour Director and board your luxury coach for the drive to the Amsterdam area. (B) |
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| Day 4: AMSTERDAM AREA-THE RHINELAND, GERMANY |
| A morning to enjoy Holland’s busy metropolis. After your included visit to a famous diamond center, it’s time for morning sightseeing with a Local Guide pointing out the city highlights; finally, a canal cruise to see Amsterdam from water level. In the afternoon travel southward |
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| Day 5: THE RHINELAND-INNSBRUCK, AUSTRIA |
| A choice today of the included scenic drive along the shores of the Rhine or, even more thrilling, the optional Rhine cruise with vistas of the Lorelei Rock, hilltop castles, half timbered wine villages, and terraced vineyards. In the afternoon ride along the Autobahn to Austria. Overnight in Innsbruck. (B,D) |
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| Day 6: INNSBRUCK-VENICE AREA, ITALY |
| Early morning departure via the Tyrolean Alps to the unique floating city of Venice. This afternoon’s sightseeing includes a boat ride followed by a visit to St. Mark’s Basilica and a chance to watch Venetian glassblowers fashion their delicate objects as they did centuries ago. Don’t miss out on the optional gondola trip, gliding along the picturesque canals with a local troubadour to serenade you. (B,D) |
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| Day 7: VENICE AREA-ASSISI-ROME |
| An interesting drive southward, cutting across the Po Delta, then through the gentle Umbrian hills to Assisi, where St. Francis was born in 1182. Visit the world-famous Basilica with its beautiful frescos by Giotto, then head for Rome. (B) |
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| Day 8: ROME |
| The "Eternal City"—a city steeped in history, vibrantly alive and exciting and absolutely unique! Included sightseeing with a Local Guide starts in St. Peter’s Square, followed by a visit to the Roman Forum and the mighty Colosseum. (B) |
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| Day 9: ROME-FLORENCE AREA |
| An easy drive this morning on the Highway of the Sun to Florence. This Renaissance gem and city of the Medicis will keep you enthralled for a whole day. Traffic is banned in part of the historic center so visitors can wander at leisure and admire the city’s timeless beauty in relative peace and quiet. Don’t miss out on the included walking tour with a Local Guide that features most of the city highlights. You will see the Piazza Santa Croce; the beautiful Piazza Signoria; the Palazzo Vecchio and its courtyard; the Loggia dei Lanzi; and, to top it all, the Piazza del Duomo and its cathedral with the Giotto Campanile, and the magnificent East Door of the Baptistry known as the “Gate to Paradise.” (B,D) |
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| Day 10: FLORENCE AREA-PISA-LAKE LUCERNE, SWITZERLAND. |
| Start the morning by driving to Pisa to visit the Square of Miracles and admire the Leaning Tower. Next, journey northwards through Tuscan hills across the River Po into the Lombardy Plains, crossing into Switzerland for a stop in lovely Lakeside Lugano. In the afternoon travel through some of Europe’s most splendid Alpine scenery through the St. Gotthard Tunnel to descend to Lake Lucerne for an overnight. (B,D) |
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| Day 11: LAKE LUCERNE-INTERLAKEN-LAUSANNE |
| Lucerne is one of Switzerland’s finest cities, nestled amid its snow-capped Alps, surrounded by its lake, and embellished by the clear mountain waters of the River Reuss. Your visit takes in the impressive city walls, a covered wooden bridge, ornate patrician houses lining cobblestone streets, and the Lion Monument. Next, to nearby Stans for an optional excursion by funicular and cable car to the 6,227-foot summit of the Stanserhorn. Later, Interlaken for a stop. Follow the shoreline of Lake Thun to the delightful hilltop village of Gruyère. A few more miles to Lausanne overlooking Lake Geneva. (B,D) |
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| Day 12: LAUSANNE-PARIS, FRANCE |
| Vistas of famous vineyards on the way to Beaune. Visit the medieval Burgundian town, known the world over for its wine production. Later, via the comfortable autoroute to Paris. Tonight maybe an optional cabaret show? (B) |
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| Day 13: PARIS. |
| Two days in which to explore the city that’s known throughout the world for its fashions, art and museums, delicious food, and joie de vivre. Included sightseeing with a local expert of many of the best-known Parisian sights: La Sorbonne, Arc de Triomphe, Opéra, Madeleine, the Eiffel Tower, the Pyramid near the Louvre, the Invalides, and Champs Elysées. Optional excursions are also available to the Palace and Gardens of Versailles and to the Louvre Museum. (B daily) |
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| Day 14: PARIS |
| Two days in which to explore the city that’s known throughout the world for its fashions, art and museums, delicious food, and joie de vivre. Included sightseeing with a local expert of many of the best-known Parisian sights: La Sorbonne, Arc de Triomphe, Opéra, Madeleine, the Eiffel Tower, the Pyramid near the Louvre, the Invalides, and Champs Elysées. Optional excursions are also available to the Palace and Gardens of Versailles and to the Louvre Museum. (B daily) |
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| Day 15: THE TRIP ENDS TODAY. |
| THE TRIP ENDS TODAY. (B) |
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| Inclusions |
SIGHTSEEING
Visits to Innsbruck, Assisi, Pisa, Lugano, Lucerne, Interlaken, Gruyère, Lausanne, Beaune
SCENIC HIGHLIGHTS
Rhineland, Tyrolean Alps, Lake Thun, Oberland, Burgundy wine country
GUIDES
Host service in London. Local Guides for city sightseeing in Amsterdam, Venice, Rome, Florence, Paris. Professional Tour Director while touring
QUALITY HOTELS
Listed below or equivalent. Rooms with private bath or shower, hotel taxes, porterage, tips, and service charges
LONDON Thistle Euston (ST), AMSTERDAM AREA Tulip Inn City West (ST) or NH (F) at Schiphol, RHINELAND Zum Anker (ST) at Andernach, INNSBRUCK Rumerhof (ST) at Rum or Dollinger (ST), VENICE AREA Albatros (ST) at Mestre or Poppi (ST) at Mira, ROME Walldorf (ST) or Dei Massimi (ST), FLORENCE AREA Ariston (ST) at Montecatini or Minerva Palace (F) at Montecatini, LAKE LUCERNE Seehof (T) at Flüelen, LAUSANNE City (ST) or Continental (ST), PARIS Forest Hill (ST) at La Villette or Quality Porte Orléans (ST)
MEALS
14 buffet breakfasts (B); 6 dinners (D)
AIRPORT TRANSFERS
Airport transfers can be provided on additional request.
OPTIONALS
Choice of optional excursions at reasonable prices to customize your own experience. Please find a detailed list in your travel documents.
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| Price |
| Tour Start Date |
Return Date |
Land Price |
| 23-Feb-2008 |
08-Mar-2008 |
$1690 |
| 01-Mar-2008 |
15-Mar-2008 |
$1730 |
| 08-Mar-2008 |
22-Mar-2008 |
$1730 |
| 15-Mar-2008 |
29-Mar-2008 |
$1760 |
| 22-Mar-2008 |
05-Apr-2008 |
$1760 |
| 29-Mar-2008 |
12-Apr-2008 |
$1780 |
| 05-Apr-2008 |
19-Apr-2008 |
$1780 |
| 12-Apr-2008 |
26-Apr-2008 |
$1780 |
| 19-Apr-2008 |
03-May-2008 |
$1780 |
| 26-Apr-2008 |
10-May-2008 |
$1810 |
| 28-Apr-2008 |
12-May-2008 |
$1810 |
| 03-May-2008 |
17-May-2008 |
$1928 |
| 05-May-2008 |
19-May-2008 |
$1928 |
| 10-May-2008 |
24-May-2008 |
$1965 |
| 12-May-2008 |
26-May-2008 |
$1965 |
| 17-May-2008 |
31-May-2008 |
$1965 |
| 19-May-2008 |
02-Jun-2008 |
$1965 |
| 24-May-2008 |
07-Jun-2008 |
$1965 |
| 26-May-2008 |
09-Jun-2008 |
$1990 |
| 31-May-2008 |
14-Jun-2008 |
$1990 |
| 02-Jun-2008 |
16-Jun-2008 |
$1990 |
| 07-Jun-2008 |
21-Jun-2008 |
$1990 |
| 09-Jun-2008 |
23-Jun-2008 |
$1990 |
| 14-Jun-2008 |
28-Jun-2008 |
$1990 |
| 16-Jun-2008 |
30-Jun-2008 |
$1990 |
| 21-Jun-2008 |
05-Jul-2008 |
$1990 |
| 23-Jun-2008 |
07-Jul-2008 |
$1990 |
| 28-Jun-2008 |
12-Jul-2008 |
$1990 |
| 30-Jun-2008 |
14-Jul-2008 |
$1990 |
| 05-Jul-2008 |
19-Jul-2008 |
$1990 |
| 07-Jul-2008 |
21-Jul-2008 |
$1990 |
| 12-Jul-2008 |
26-Jul-2008 |
$1990 |
| 14-Jul-2008 |
28-Jul-2008 |
$1990 |
| 19-Jul-2008 |
02-Aug-2008 |
$1990 |
| 21-Jul-2008 |
04-Aug-2008 |
$1990 |
| 26-Jul-2008 |
09-Aug-2008 |
$1990 |
| 28-Jul-2008 |
11-Aug-2008 |
$1990 |
| 02-Aug-2008 |
16-Aug-2008 |
$1990 |
| 04-Aug-2008 |
18-Aug-2008 |
$1990 |
| 09-Aug-2008 |
23-Aug-2008 |
$1990 |
| 11-Aug-2008 |
25-Aug-2008 |
$1990 |
| 16-Aug-2008 |
30-Aug-2008 |
$1990 |
| 18-Aug-2008 |
01-Sep-2008 |
$1990 |
| 23-Aug-2008 |
06-Sep-2008 |
$1990 |
| 25-Aug-2008 |
08-Sep-2008 |
$1990 |
| 30-Aug-2008 |
13-Sep-2008 |
$1990 |
| 01-Sep-2008 |
15-Sep-2008 |
$1990 |
| 06-Sep-2008 |
20-Sep-2008 |
$1990 |
| 08-Sep-2008 |
22-Sep-2008 |
$1990 |
| 13-Sep-2008 |
27-Sep-2008 |
$1990 |
| 20-Sep-2008 |
04-Oct-2008 |
$1990 |
| 27-Sep-2008 |
11-Oct-2008 |
$1965 |
| 04-Oct-2008 |
18-Oct-2008 |
$1965 |
| 11-Oct-2008 |
25-Oct-2008 |
$1890 |
| 13-Dec-2008 |
27-Dec-2008 |
$1730 |
| 28-Feb-2009 |
14-Mar-2009 |
$1782 |
| 07-Mar-2009 |
21-Mar-2009 |
$1782 |
| 14-Mar-2009 |
28-Mar-2009 |
$1813 |
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