Great European 2012

Dining Highlights
Welcome Reception Dinner with your Travel Director in Paris.1 continental breakfast27 hot buffet breakfasts.3 three-course dinners.7 three-course dinners with local wine.2 local highlight restaurant dinners with wine on the French Riviera and in Sorrento.Farewell Dinner with wine in Amsterdam.

First Class Travel Highlights
First class hotel accommodation featuring twin rooms and private facilitiesAll hotel service charges and tips, baggage handling fees and local taxes includedTravel by luxury air-conditioned coach with reclining seats and onboard restroomThe services of one of our professional Travel Directors throughout your journeyA qualified Local Guide in Paris, Madrid, Barcelona, Florence, Pompeii, Capri, Rome, Vienna and Salzburg.Audio headsets for all guided visits and included sightseeingCross-channel ferry.Pick up and drop off at the Trafalgar London Reception Centre or the Hilton Kensington hotelThe services of one of Trafalgar's Local Hosts at Trafalgar's recommended London hotelUse of Trafalgar's new London Reception Centre with Hospitality Desk, free Internet and a range of services and facilitiesCapture treasured memories of your trip with a complimentary group photo taken at a landmark location.A stylish wallet, travel documents, keepsake booklet and map

Day 1: DEPART USA
Overnight flight to London.

Day 2: ARRIVE LONDON (2 NIGHTS)
Welcome to London! Relax after your journey or stroll through this vibrant city!

Day 3: LONDON SIGHTSEEING AND FREE TIME
See all the major sights on your morning guided sightseeing tour. Spend the afternoon exploring on your own or shopping.(Buffet Breakfast)

Day 4: LONDON - PARIS (2 NIGHTS)
A warm welcome from your Travel Director! By ferry from Dover to Calais and across World War I battlefields, catch a glimpse of the Canadian Memorial at Vimy Ridge before arriving in Paris. This evening, get to know your companions and Travel Director at a Welcome Reception including dinner and Welcome Drinks. Afterwards, enjoy an orientation drive of the city including views of the Eiffel Tower, Arc de Triomphe and Champs Élysées.(Breakfast / Welcome Reception)

Day 5: PARIS SIGHTSEEING FREE TIME
Admire panoramic views of the city from the second level of the Eiffel Tower. Drive along the Champs Élysées to the Arc de Triomphe on your sightseeing tour with an expert Local Guide. See Notre Dame Cathedral. Discover the delights of the city on your own this afternoon or perhaps take an excursion to the Louvre.(Buffet Breakfast)

Day 6: PARIS - CHARTRES - BORDEAUX
Visit Chartres Cathedral, renowned for its stained glass windows. Journey through Orleans and Tours to the wine-region of Bordeaux, where you spend the night.(Buffet Breakfast / Dinner)

Day 7: BORDEAUX - LOURDES
Enjoy the scenery as you pass through the sprawling vineyards of Sauternes and Graves to Lourdes in the Pyrénées. Marvel at the Basilica and visit St. Bernadette's grotto.(Buffet Breakfast / Dinner)

Day 8: LOURDES - BIARRITZ - BURGOS
Visit Biarritz, the elegant surfing resort. Across the border into Spain and through the mountainous Basque Country, the landscape is ever changing and always amazing! Visit Burgos, the home of El Cid.(Buffet Breakfast / Dinner)

Day 9: BURGOS - MADRID (2 NIGHTS)
Cross the Somosierra Pass to Madrid, the highest capital in Europe. Visit the impressive Prado Museum. Spend the afternoon seeing the sights or relaxing!(Buffet Breakfast)

Day 10: MADRID SIGHTSEEING AND FREE TIME
Marvel at the city’s most important landmarks on your morning sightseeing tour with an expert Local Guide including views of the Royal Palace and Plaza de España. Later, consider an optional excursion to the fascinating city of Toledo.(Buffet Breakfast)

Day 11: MADRID - BARCELONA (2 NIGHTS)
Pass Guadalajara, the Gorges of Jalon and Aragon en route to Barcelona.(Buffet Breakfast)

Day 12: BARCELONA SIGHTSEEING AND FREE TIME
Your included sightseeing tour features a visit to the old cathedral and views of Gaudi’s Art Nouveau fantasies. Tonight, why not experience a fiery flamenco show and a delicious Spanish buffet.(Buffet Breakfast)

Day 13: BARCELONA - CANNES (2 NIGHTS)
Pass by mountains and spectacular coastlines to Cannes. This picturesque town is home to the annual Cannes Film Festival.(Buffet Breakfast)

Day 14: CANNES AND PERFUMERY EXCURSION
Free time in Cannes this morning before your visit to the Fragonard Perfumery. (BB)(Buffet Breakfast)

Day 15: CANNES - MONACO - PISA - FLORENCE
See the Royal Palace in Monaco and the cathedral where Princess Grace is buried. Pass Genoa Columbus' birthplace to Pisa where you view the incredible Leaning Tower. Spend the night in the Renaissance city of Florence. (BB D)(Buffet Breakfast / Dinner)

Day 16: FLORENCE - ASSISI
Admire the many wonders of Florence on your guided walking tour, including views of the Duomo, Baptistery, Signoria Square and Ponte Vecchio. Enjoy an included visit to the Academy of Fine Arts to see Michelangelo's statue of David. Later travel to Assisi.(Buffet Breakfast / Dinner)

Day 17: ASSISI - POMPEII - SORRENTO (2 NIGHTS)
Visit the Basilica of St. Francis and the Church of Santa Maria degli Angeli in Assisi. Admire the Abbey of Monte Cassino. Enjoy a lively guided walking tour of Pompeii’s excavations on the way to Sorrento.(Buffet Breakfast)

Day 18: EXCURSION TO THE ISLE OF CAPRI
Explore the enchanting Isle of Capri on your guided walking tour. See the Piazzetta and the Faraglioni rocks. Cruise back to Sorrento and enjoy dinner at your hotel this evening with your companions.(Buffet Breakfast / Dinner)

Day 19: SORRENTO - ROME (2 NIGHTS)
See the sights of Sorrento before heading north to Rome, the Eternal City.(Buffet Breakfast)

Day 20: ROME SIGHTSEEING AND FREE TIME
Visit the magnificent St. Peter’s Basilica in the Vatican. Enjoy views of the Forum, the mighty Colosseum and Circus Maximus. Spend free time exploring – don’t forget to try the delicious gelato!(Buffet Breakfast)

Day 21: ROME - VENICE (2 NIGHTS)
Drive over the scenic Apennine Mountains, past Bologna and Padua to the magical city of Venice! Stay at your superb hotel tonight on Lido Island.(Buffet Breakfast / Dinner)

Day 22: VENICE SIGHTSEEING AND FREE TIME
Appreciate this Byzantine city during your private canal cruise. See St. Marks Square. View the Bridge of Sighs. Visit a glass-blowing factory, then explore on your own.(Buffet Breakfast)

Day 23: VENICE - VIENNA (2 NIGHTS)
Cross the Carnic Alps into Austria en route to Vienna.(Buffet Breakfast)

Day 24: VIENNA SIGHTSEEING AND FREE TIME
Your expert Local Guide shows you the sights, including views of the famous Opera House, Hofburg Palace, Stadtpark, Parliament and Imperial Boulevards. The rest of the day is yours to explore.(Buffet Breakfast)

Day 25: VIENNA - SALZBURG - MUNICH
Hear marvellous tales of the Von Trapp family during your sightseeing tour of Salzburg. In Munich, see the Olympic Stadium and City Hall at Marienplatz.(Buffet Breakfast / Dinner)

Day 26: MUNICH - LIECHTENSTEIN - LUCERNE (2 NIGHTS)
Visit Vaduz in Liechtenstein. Arrive later in Lucerne, surrounded by mountains and standing at the edge of a lake−a spectacular sight to behold!(Buffet Breakfast / Dinner)

Day 27: LUCERNE ORIENTATION AND FREE TIME
Visit the famous Lion Monument and walk over the Chapel Bridge. The rest of the day is yours to shop, relax or take a mountain excursion!(Buffet Breakfast)

Day 28: LUCERNE - FREIBURG - HEIDELBERG - RHINE CRUISE - BOPPARD
View the cathedral at Freiburg and the impressive Heidelberg Castle. Enjoy the scenery as you cruise down the Rhine to Boppard.(Buffet Breakfast / Dinner)

Day 29: BOPPARD - COLOGNE - AMSTERDAM
Stop to visit Cologne’s magnificent Gothic cathedral. Cruise through Amsterdam’s canals in a glass-topped boat. See Dam Square and the Mint Tower. Tonight, join your companions for a delicious Farewell Dinner.(Buffet Breakfast / Farewell Dinner)

Day 30: AMSTERDAM - LONDON
Drive through Belgium and France to Calais and cross to England by ferry. See the famous White Cliffs of Dover on the way to London.(Buffet Breakfast)

Day 31: LONDON - USA
Say goodbye to your newfound friends at the end of a memorable vacation.(Buffet Breakfast)

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Sightseeing Highlights
London Sightseeing includes Buckingham Palace, the Houses of Parliament, Westminster Abbey and Big BenDover See the White Cliffs.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.Chartres Visit the cathedral.Bordeaux Orientation of the capital of the Aquitaine region.Lourdes Visit St. Bernadette's Grotto at this pilgrimage site.Biarritz Visit this Atlantic surf resort in the Basque territory.Burgos Visit the city of El Cid.Madrid Sightseeing tour and included visit to the famous Prado Museum.Barcelona View the Sagrada Familia Cathedral.Cannes See the Film Festival Centre.Monaco See the cathedral and palace in the Old Town.Pisa View the Leaning Tower in the Field of Miracles.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. Enjoy an included visit to the Academy of Fine Arts to see the original statue of David.Assisi Orientation includes St. Francis’ Basilica.Pompeii Guided tour of the excavations.Sorrento Orientation of this picturesque town.Isle of Capri Visit this pretty isle.Rome Sightseeing tour includes views of the ancient Roman Forum, the Colosseum and Circus Maximus. Visit St. Peter’s Basilica.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.Vienna Sightseeing includes the Hofburg and City Hall.Munich See the Olympic stadium and visit Marienplatz.Salzburg Sightseeing includes many of "The Sound of Music" locations.Liechtenstein Visit the capital, Vaduz.Lucerne Orientation includes the Lion Monument and Chapel Bridge.Freiburg View the cathedral.Heidelberg View the castle perched above the town.Rhine Valley Cruise the romantic Rhine.Cologne See the Gothic cathedral.Amsterdam See Dam Square and Mint Tower.

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