2017–2018
www.acis.com
EDUCATIONAL JOURNEYS
IN EDUCATIONAL TRAVEL, EVERY MOMENT MATTERS.
Pushing the experience from “good enough” to exceptional is what we do everyday. Our mission is to empower educators to introduce their students to the world beyond the classroom and inspire the next generation of global citizens.
TRAVEL CHANGES LIVES
(NOT ORDINARY TOURS)
Dear Educators, I have spent my whole life traveling and know the difference between average, good, and exceptional. At ACIS, we pride ourselves on delivering exceptional educational travel. That means more inclusions, more cultural touch points, better meals, central hotels, more customization, and tour managers committed to our philosophy. We wrap all of that with our service guarantee and a worldwide customer service team that wants to make every moment matter. That’s what we do every day, every hour, every minute—it is what we love to do. There are lots of companies out there who provide an ordinary, tired, budget product. Frankly, that’s not good enough. Our promise is to offer exceptional value in a global context. Your tour is an extension of your classroom, and we want it to be the best class you have ever given. We also take the welfare of each and every participant on our tours very seriously. Just as we work tirelessly to provide once-in-a-lifetime experiences to group leaders and students, we are equally committed to ensuring that all of our travelers return home safely. Our safety and support infrastructure has been a cornerstone of our business since our founding in 1978. On another note, the cover is an illustration that depicts a white village in Spain. The white villages became staging posts between the Andalusian cities during the Moorish occupation. They remain today as beautiful as they must have seemed foreboding 700 years ago.
See you out there somewhere!
Peter Jones, ACIS President
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I CHOOSE ACIS BECAUSE OF
HOTELS
“You can’t overstate the importance of centrally located hotels—it gives you more hours in the day! I’ve traveled with another company in the past and I counted, we wasted 15 hours commuting—that’s a whole day! With ACIS we got 15 extra hours of exploring, learning and engaging with the culture.” MARK PFEIFFER LINDBERGH HIGH SCHOOL, MO 2
Prato Roseto
Saracinesco
San Polo dei Cavalieri
Montecelio
Mentana
Montardone
Marano Equo
Pietra Pertusa
Castel dei Ceveri
Olgiata
Vallericca
Osteria dei Quattro Cancelli
Monte Pietra Pertusa
Valle Muricana
Stazione di PalombaraMarcellina
Ponte delle Tavole
Isola Farnese
Santa Balbina
Sambuci
Pichini
GUIDONIA
Tor Lupara
Rocca di Mezzo
La Botte
Prima Porta
Castel Madama
Settebagni
Rocc Cante
Il Pino Labaro
Collenocello
Bufalotta
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Sant' Alessandro
Cesarina La Giustiniana
5 minutes
Poggio Fiorito
Gerano
San Gregorio Da Sassola
70 minutes
Case Rosse
Trieste
San Vittorino
Giardini di Corcolle
Cerquete
Fosso San Giuliano
to the Colosseum Poli
Corcolle
Pinciano Nomentano Salario
Primavalle
Colle Prenestino
Collatino
Casalotti Pantan Monastero
Sallustiano Ludovisi
Prati
Trevi Colonna Borgo Sant' Pigna Ponte Eustachio Campitelli Monti Parione Regola Sant' Angelo
Aurelio
Trastevere
ROMA
Colle Morfortari
PrenestinoCentocelle
PrenestinoLabicano
Celio
Valle di Castiglione
Villaggio Prenestino
Pescina
Colle Vigne
Valle Martella
Lago Regillo
Valle Fiorita
San Vito Romano
Passerano
Osa
Colle del Sole
Prato Fiorito
Vado Canale
Casape
Castelverde
Lunghezza
Stazione di Salone
Della Vittoria
Trionfale
Cerreto Laziale
Bagni di Tivoli
Casalone
Flaminio
Monitola ArciEmpolitana
Villaggio Adriano
Parioli
Valle Santa
Villalba
Setteville
Ponte Mammolo
ACIS HOTEL Hotel President
TIVOLI
VILLA ADRIANA
San Basilio
Tor di Quinto
Ciciliano
Villanova Laghetto
Castell' Arcione
Settecamini
Bivio San Polo
Campolimpido
Albuccione
to the Colosseum
Mazzalupetta
Marco Simone Vecchio Setteville Nord
AEROPORTO DELL'URBE
Le Cerquette Grandi
Colle Fiorito
Santa Lucia
Colle Verde
Colle Caipoli
BUDGET COMPANY HOTEL Hotel La Meridienne
Capranica Prenestina
Gallicano Nel Lazio
Acquatraversa
San Pastore
Alessandrino
Pallavicina
TORRE ANGELA
Ripa San Saba Appio Latino
Testaccio Gianicolense
Tor Bellamonaca
Finocchio
ROME
Torre Nova
Giardinetti
Torre Gaia
Tor Vergata
Ostiense Appio Claudio
Pantano BorgheseLaghetto Palestrina
Villa Verde
Zagarolo Osteria Casale Ricci
Cisternole
Romanina
Fontana Candida
Portuense Ardeatino
Vermicino Fontignani
Loreto
Colle Pizzuto
Pilozzo
Gregna di Sant'Andrea
Europa
Stazione di Palestrina
Monte Porzio Catone
Serra Spino
MORENA
Frascati Monte Compatri La Montagnola
Torricola Giuliano Dalmata
AEROPORTO ROMA CIAMPINO
ana del ole
Grottaferrata
CIAMPINO Mostacciano Valleranello
Casal Bernocchi
Vitinia
Tre Pini
Castel di Leva
Fonte Laurentina
Labico
Expect a similar commute in ROCCA Paris and London and Madrid and… PRIORA See for yourself at www.acis.com/teachers/hotels. Colle di Fuori
Carchitti
MARINO
SPINACETO
Santa Maria delle Mole
Divino Amore
Tor de Cenci
DRAGONA
Cave
Muracciola
San Cesareo
Ponte Linari
Centro Giano
San Bartolomeo
Colonna
Appio Pignatelli
La Pisana
Mezzocammino
Rocca di Cave
BORGHESIANA
Don Bosco
Tuscolano
Frattocchie Belvedere
Domatore
Artena
Macere
Quarto Chilometro
Falcognana
ACILIA
Tre Coni
Trigoria
Santa Serena
Axa
OSTIA ANTICA
Longarina Castel Fusano
O DI TIA
Santa Fumia
Spregamore
Colle dei Pini
CASAL PALOCCO
COLLEFER
Castel Gandolfo
Castel Porziano
Casale Abbruciato
Lariano
ALBANO LAZIALE
Pian Savelli
Nemi
Pian di Gerri
Quarantola Ariccia
Pavona
Selvotta Monte Migliore
INFERNETTO
Genzano di Roma
Santa Palomba
LOCATION MATTERS
LE HAMBURGER IS NOT VELLETRI AUTHENTIC CUISINE
Torretta
We use 3- and 4-star hotels located minutes (sometimes steps) from the sights you came to see. It means less time wasted commuting by bus and more time engaging with the local culture. It means beating the morning crowds to popular attractions and spending evenings experiencing the city center’s pulse. It means safety, comfort, convenience and a more authentic experience.
Cecchina
Villaggio Ardeatino
Castel Ginnetti
Colle di Cicerone
POMEZIA
Santa Procula
Montagnano
Santa Procula Nuova
Rocca Massima
Boschetto
Food is part of the culture. And we’ve learned to never underestimate its importance when it comes to teenagers. But beyond providing authentic and satisfying meals, we provide the experience of eating at local restaurants in the heart of the city. When you stay in the ’burbs and eat at your hotel, it’s just not the same.
Lanuvio
Villaggio Valle Gaia
Pratica di Mare
Giulianello
Colle CavalierePietrara Campoleone
Sassi Rossi
Cori
Le Castella
Casalazara
Torvaianica Alta
Norma
San Valentino
TORVAIANICA
CISTERNA DI LATINA
Gattone
ARDEA
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EVENINGS ARE FOR EXPLORING Torvaianica
Cities don’t shut down at night, so why should you! With centrally located hotels you’re not stuck in the suburbs come dinner time. Walking tours, theater performances, grabbing a gelato—it’s up to you. And trust us; you don’t want to miss seeing the Eiffel Tower sparkle. Centro Regina
APRILIA
La Cogna
Tor San Lorenzo
Colle Romito
Bivio di Dogane
Isola Bella Borgo Flora Pontoni
Pontenuo Olmobello
Plamaroga
Latina Scalo
Borgo Carso Prati del Sole
Campoverde
Campodicarne
Tor San Lorenzo Lido
Marina di Tor San Lorenzo
Sermo Scalo
Cerciabella
Fossignano
Lido dei Coralli
Doganella
Collemarcaccio
Rimessone Camilleri
Pantanelle
Sandaldi Ponente
Chiesuola Selciatella
Lido dei Pini
Cinque Archi
Prato Cesarino
Le Ferriere
Tor Tre Ponti
Borgo Podgora
Borgo Montello Castelverde
Sandalo
Canala
Borgo Piave
ANZIO NETTUNO
Tre Cancelli
Borgo Bainsizza
LATINA
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“I’ve traveled with another company in the past and the tour manager was just a guide. Anna [my ACIS Tour Manager] was a magician! She was knowledgeable, kind, made an effort to get to know all my students, and customized the experience on the go. I trusted her, which meant I could concentrate on the Eureka moments with my students. All I needed to do was daydream, speak up and magically my wishes were fulfilled.” JULIE CRAWFORD ST. ALBAN’S SCHOOL, WASHINGTON, DC TOUR MANAGERS
I CHOOSE ACIS BECAUSE OF THE
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ACIS TOUR MANAGERS—
SIMPLY EXCEPTIONAL
The difference between an OK tour manager and an exceptional one is hard to explain, but crystal clear on tour. Year after year, teachers return home and use words like “amazing,” “beyond what I could have hoped for” and “extraordinary in every way” when gushing about them.
ACIS Tour Managers deliver “exceptional” at every turn. Some of the things they do:
Provide fascinating educational commentary Lead engaging activities Manage logistics like an engineer Customize the experience to suit your interests Know every person’s name and ensure every person is happy Are available 24/7 Fix problems and manage emergencies Have immediate access to corporate offices including ACIS President, Peter Jones A few things that they would never do:
Disappear during free time Provide surface-deep commentary Try to upsell you
Rooming lists
The Vikings Platform
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Tours
Exchange rates Just a few of the things
Hotel Gaudí check-in Walking
WWII
Napoleon
The Renaissance Shopping spots
Dickens
Sure, we can change the itinerary
Best place for a gelato
Tate Monet ACIS TOUR MANAGERS The Modern think about on tour Industrial Revolution Dinner reservations Photo stop Shakespeare
The Tube
Who’s a vegetarian?
Bus permits
Don’t forget
Van Gogh
a sweater
French Revolution
weather
Cold
Dickens
Check the
War
Watch out for the pickpockets
Haggling tips
Neoclassical art
Anyone have allergies?
Say “not my problem”
Oh no! Emma
lost her passport
Ferry schedules Great spot for a picnic
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EDUCATION
“ACIS includes more activities than other companies—I counted! But it’s not just the number; the activities are also incredibly diverse and engaging. In Costa Rica, we went horseback riding, zip lining and had a cooking class, but my favorite was the school visit. My students suddenly understood that we’re all the same and also so very different. It’s the people they met, that they still talk about the most today.” CHRISTINA ANDROS CHANTILLY HIGH SCHOOL, VA
I CHOOSE ACIS BECAUSE
IS NOT A SPECTATOR SPORT ACTIVITIES DESIGNED TO ENGAGE Cultural Connections, included on every ACIS tour, take cultural understanding to a whole new level. Through immersive activities such as learning the steps of the flamenco or a French cooking class, students look at the culture and history of a place from a different vantage point. It is the ultimate in experiential learning.
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INCLUDE MORE, REACH FOR YOUR WALLET LESS We simply include more than other tour companies. In fact, it’s not even close. ACIS offers 244 Cultural Connections, 42 International Perspectives, plus hundreds more traditional educational travel excursions such as reserved entrance times to museums. Each itinerary is thoughtfully designed to maximize your time overseas.
I CHOOSE ACIS BECAUSE EVEN
DON’T STOP THEM ACIS SERVICE GUARANTEE
RED CARDS MEAN PEACE OF MIND
98% of ACIS’ 2015 group leaders rated their tour good or excellent. We’re so sure you will too, we back it up with a guarantee. If for any reason we don’t deserve that rating, we’ll invite you as our guest to our next Global Conference in London. We’ll also give you a $1,000 scholarship for your next ACIS tour. No questions asked, no strings attached.
Every hotel, every meal, every tour manager has to be exceptional. Your complete satisfaction is our goal, so if there is something less than perfect about your tour we want to know about it. This is where our red card system comes in. Each group leader is armed with a red card that activates our 24/7 worldwide network. And, group leaders are encouraged to use it if something falls short of expectations. D CAR g RED hile Travelin ACISdiate Response W me
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WE FIX THINGS FAST
“ACIS turns what could be disasters into highlights. On my first tour, thanks to the Iceland volcanic ash cloud our airline stranded us in Frankfurt. But ACIS came to our rescue. While other travelers were waiting in endless lines, ACIS took us out for a day of sightseeing and activities before driving us to Paris. All at no extra charge.” KEVIN PERRY HANOVER HIGH SCHOOL, MA
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“With ACIS I’ve modified an existing tour and customized one from scratch. My program consultant has been so helpful in creating the trip to match my goals. She understands what’s important to me, is efficient, professional and friendly and just makes the process easy!” AMAL RADWAN, Ph.D URSULINE ACADEMY, MA FLEXIBILITY
I CHOOSE ACIS BECAUSE I’M THEIR
OR AT LEAST IT FEELS THAT WAY
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A PERSONALIZED TRIP: FOR EVERY TEACHER, EVERY VISION We know every teacher’s idea of the perfect trip is different. That’s why we offer so many program options. All ACIS programs are personalized to best suit your unique goals and vision, and are always exceptional!
CLASSIC FAVORITES ACIS was built on these itineraries. Over the years we’ve kept in step with teachers, and their curriculums’ ever-changing needs, and now all tours include experiential and enriching educational activities. The balance of cultural connections, sightseeing and unstructured exploration time varies, but each is designed to maximize your experience.
MOST INCLUSIVE ACIS’ Insider Tours include the most cultural connections and provide a truly immersive experience.
EXPLORER VALUE TRIPS ACIS’ most affordable tours. Perfect for the group that still demands an ACIS-quality experience and a bit more unstructured time to allow for customized teaching and exploration.
CUSTOM TOURS Over 75% of ACIS programs are customized, modified or tweaked. We don’t wince; we welcome the opportunity to make the tour your own. So whether you’d like to design a custom experience from scratch, modify an existing itinerary or enhance a school exchange—that’s where we shine!
SMALL GROUP TOURS Enjoy a private tour with just 13 participants. Ditch the bus and travel like a local for a more authentic and flexible experience, while still enjoying the same high quality experience and level of care you expect from ACIS.
SERVICE LEARNING ACIS Service Learning projects provide students the opportunity to actively contribute to the local community in a meaningful way. Projects range in duration and intensity, but each is developed to benefit the local community, all the while enhancing students’ understanding of the world.
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“My school has a long history of travel with ACIS and Encore Tours, their performing arts division. The quality of the product and also the flexibility of the company to adjust to our needs is the reason we travel year after year. We are looking forward to continuing this partnership and further developing our global education program.” STEPHANE ALLAGNON WOODWARD ACADEMY, GA AND PRESIDENT OF AATF-GA
I CHOOSE ACIS BECAUSE OF THEIR
OF COMPANIES
AIFS: WE BRING THE WORLD TOGETHER
ACIS is the educational travel division of the American Institute For Foreign Study (AIFS). Since 1964, AIFS has been a leading organization of cultural exchange and educational opportunities for more than 1.5 million young people. AIFS programs include: Academic Year in America Host a foreign exchange high school student. www.academicyear.org AIFS College Study Abroad Summer, semester, academic year and January term study abroad programs for college students held at some of the most desirable locations in the world. www.aifsabroad.com Richmond, The American International University in London A 4-year liberal arts and professional studies university with U.S. and U.K. accreditation. www.richmond.ac.uk
Summer Institute for the Gifted The highest quality educational and social summer opportunities for academically gifted and talented 5-17 year olds. www.giftedstudy.com AIFS Customized Faculty-Led Study Abroad Programs Customized, faculty-led study abroad programs for academic institutions to offer to their student body. www.aifspartnerships.com
AIFS’ family of companies offers a variety of programs to accommodate the interests of a wide range of participants.
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TAKING MUSIC PROGRAMS TO NEW PLACES Successful music programs and great music travel go hand in hand. Our customized touring packages help define a sense of purpose for ensembles, build ensemble unity and strengthen friendships. They help boost the ensemble’s reputation in the community and enhance recruitment and fundraising efforts. And, perhaps the most important, they allow diverse cultures to come together and share in the universal language of music.
www.encoretours.com encoretours@acis.com 877-460-3801
Encore organizes performance tours for: Choirs Concert Bands Church Choirs Orchestras Marching Bands Jazz Ensembles “Musicians speak the universal language. Their voices and instruments are keys to the world. And Encore puts that world in your hands.” Ward Dilmore, Encore Development Director for Ensemble Leaders
TRAVEL. COMPETE. DISCOVER. GoPlay Sports Tours takes sports teams of all ages and skill levels to world-class venues around the globe. Whether teams are looking for a cultural adventure with a smattering of sport, or an extreme competitive experience with some sightseeing thrown in, GoPlay can arrange the perfect tour. Each trip is customcreated to suit a team’s unique interests and ability.
www.goplaytours.com contact@goplaytours.com 800-888-2247
GoPlay organizes tours for all sports, including: Soccer Ice Hockey Rugby Lacrosse Football Basketball “When I ask my players what was the best part of their time with our club, they all agree, it was the international soccer trip.” Brian Ainscough, Executive Director FC Boston Bolts
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Paris, Nice and Barcelona
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Paris, Provence and Barcelona
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La France y España
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Insider’s Spain and France
10 DAYS
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Madrid, Paris and the Coast
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Tale of Two Cities
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Rome and Madrid
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European Capitals
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Barcelona and Berlin
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Paris Lumière
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Clair de Lune
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Toujours en France
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Paris, Provence and the Côte d’Azur
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La Fête Française
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Paris, Lyon and the Riviera
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Le Grand Voyage
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London to Amsterdam
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Homestay in Paris
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Paris, Riviera and Rome
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Paris Your Way
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Insider’s England and France
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La Francophonie
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Insider’s France and Italy
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Cultures of Canada
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Munich, Florence and Nice
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Custom Trip Ideas
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World War II In Depth
10 DAYS
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European War History
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Paris, Switzerland and Munich
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The Londoner
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Via Aurelia
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Rule Britannia
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London, Paris and Rome
12 DAYS
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Entente Cordiale
12 DAYS
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Boulevards of Europe
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Paris, Florence and Rome
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Capitals of France and Spain
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Los Pueblos Blancos
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Seville, Córdoba and Madrid
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Madrid to Mallorca
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Barcelona, Madrid and Seville
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Insider’s Spain
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Spanish Capitals
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Aventuras en España
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Iberian Voyage
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Roman Spain
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La Fiesta
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Andalusian Fiesta
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Spanish Vistas
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Homestay in Salamanca
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Las Calles de España
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Literary Roads
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London and the Emerald Isle
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Insider’s Ireland
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Kingdom by the Sea
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London, York and Edinburgh
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Athens and the Aegean
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For full itineraries and prices for these trips and more, visit www.acis.com/trips
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MOST POPULAR London, Loire Valley and Paris – Page 20 Perfect for history buffs, this program highlights two of Europe’s most famous capitals, plus Stonehenge, the historic D-Day beaches and three French palaces. EXPLORER VALUE TRIP
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London, Paris and Madrid – Page 22 Visit three of Europe’s most important, and different, cultural capitals on this economical version of the Grand Tour. STAFF PICK Via Aurelia – Page 32 Experience the beautiful Mediterranean coast and sample both world-acclaimed and locally-famous treasures as you tour Spain, France and Italy. PETER JONES, PRESIDENT
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MAKE EUROPE YOUR OWN More than 75% of our group leaders customize their tours a little or a lot. Here are just a few ideas of ways you can modify or build your perfect tour. FOR MORE WAYS TO PERSONALIZE YOUR TOUR, VISIT WWW.ACIS.COM/MENU
Visit Cambridge and its 31 colleges, many museums and lovely River Cam.
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Reflect in pres, the “city of peace,” and its In Flanders Fields Museum commemorating WWI.
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Learn the French definition of “à la mode” with an insider’s visit to a Parisian fashion retailer.
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Take in a Viennese Mozart concert in the world’s music capital.
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La France y España – Page 44 Discover Spain and France’s three most populous cities with the time and flexibility to explore as you please, all at a great price. STAFF PICK Madrid and Paris – Page 39 Similar but oh-so-different, these two major European capitals will engage and captivate you. JILL FEDERSCHNEIDER, SENIOR INTERNATIONAL PROGRAM MANAGER
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Similar but oh-so-different, these two major European capitals will engage and captivate you. DAY 1: OVERNIGHT FLIGHT DAY 2: PARIS �
Begin to explore Paris with your carnet of Métro tickets
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Guided sightseeing tour viewing the Arc de Triomphe, Les Invalides and Notre Dame
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Pétanque lesson in the Jardin du Luxembourg
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Versailles by bike tour through the estate’s expansive park
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Tour Louis XIV’s palace and formal gardens
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Eiffel Tower top floor
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Explore more of Paris and its arrondissements Optional: Get an inside International Perspective on a Parisian fashion retailer Flight from Paris to Madrid
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Guided sightseeing tour viewing the historic center’s most important landmarks Prado tour with commentary given via personal headsets Traditional paella dinner
Central Hotels
11 hours saved without a daily commute from a suburban budget hotel � 7 evenings for more exploring in town �
Local Restaurants
7 delicious, multi-course dinners at local favorites � Meal times tailored to maximize your experience in the city �
DAY 8: MADRID �
Explore more of Madrid at your own pace
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Flamenco lesson and show
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Evening stroll to see the artists and street performers in Plaza Mayor
DAY 6: MADRID �
Exceptional Differences
Smart Trip Design
Enjoy the convenience and savings of an included carnet of Paris Métro tickets � An all-access Versailles pass gives you the full royal experience �
DAY 9: DEPART FOR HOME EXTENSION:
DAY 7: MADRID �
Full-day guided excursion to Toledo with commentary given via personal headsets
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Toledo’s Gothic Cathedral, Synagogue and Church of Santo Tomé
Extra night in Paris, including the services of your ACIS Tour Manager, at the beginning of your tour
Versailles
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Madrid and Paris - 9 DAYS
Paris (3)
cultural connections: PÉTANQUE LESSON IN PARIS Join a pétanque expert in the Jardin du Luxembourg for a lesson in this classic French pastime.
FLAMENCO LESSON AND SHOW IN MADRID Follow the steps of your expert flamenco teacher, then later see them perform in a professional show.
VERSAILLES BY BIKE Pedal along the Grand Canal and around Versailles’ expansive grounds by bike.
OPTIONAL
PARISIAN FASHION RETAILER Connect with a representative of the fashion industry to learn how trends are forecasted and purchasing decisions are made.
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Madrid (4)
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SPAIN AND FRANCE Fall in love with the sights, sounds and culture of two of Europe’s most lively and exciting cities on our most inclusive itinerary. DAY 1: OVERNIGHT FLIGHT �
Meet your ACIS Tour Manager and begin to explore Paris
DAY 3: PARIS �
Guided sightseeing tour viewing the Arc de Triomphe, Les Invalides and Notre Dame
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Louvre
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Sketch Paris walking tour in Montmartre
DAY 4: PARIS �
Pétanque lesson in the Jardin du Luxembourg
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Eiffel Tower top floor
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Scenic evening boat ride along the Seine
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Optional: Dinner aboard Seine boat cruise
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Visit Louis XIV’s palace and gardens at Versailles
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Versailles by bike tour
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Flight from Paris to Madrid
DAY 6: MADRID �
Central Hotels
11 hours saved without a daily commute from a suburban budget hotel � 7 evenings for more exploring in town �
DAY 8: MADRID
DAY 5: MADRID
DAY 2: PARIS
Exceptional Differences
Guided sightseeing tour viewing the historic center’s most famous landmarks
�
Prado tour with commentary given via personal headsets
�
Flamenco lesson and show
�
Bull ranch visit with bullfighting lesson, demonstration, and hearty lunch
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Madrid tapas evening
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Evening stroll to see the artists and street performers in Plaza Mayor
Local Restaurants
7 delicious, multi-course dinners at local favorites � Meal times tailored to maximize your experience in the city �
DAY 9: DEPART FOR HOME
Smart Trip Design
Montmartre comes alive with an artist-led sketching tour and dinner on the main square � Save at least an hour with a timed entrance to the Prado �
DAY 7: MADRID �
Full-day excursion to Toledo with commentary given via personal headsets
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Toledo’s Gothic Cathedral, Synagogue, Church of Santo Tomé
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Return to Madrid
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Walking tour of the Barrio des las Letras highlighting the writers of Spain’s literary Golden Age
Versailles
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Insider’s Paris and Madrid - 9 DAYS
Paris (3)
cultural connections: SKETCH PARIS NEIGHBORHOOD TOUR PÉTANQUE LESSON IN PARIS VERSAILLES BY BIKE FLAMENCO LESSON AND SHOW IN MADRID
BULL RANCH VISIT, BULLFIGHTING LESSON AND LUNCH MADRID TAPAS EVENING Visit www.acis.com/ipm for full descriptions of these immersive cultural activities.
Toledo IPM_15
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Madrid (4)
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SPAIN AND FRANCE Exceptional Differences
Highlights of Paris and Barcelona - 9 DAYS
Central Hotels
Beauty, culture and authentic food will leave you with the happy struggle of deciding which city you like best. DAY 1: OVERNIGHT FLIGHT DAY 2: PARIS �
Meet your ACIS Tour Manager and begin to explore Paris
DAY 3: PARIS �
Guided sightseeing tour viewing the Arc de Triomphe, Les Invalides and Notre Dame
�
Eiffel Tower top floor
�
Scenic evening boat ride along the Seine
DAY 4: PARIS �
Pétanque lesson in the Jardin du Luxembourg
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Louvre
10 hours saved without a daily commute from a suburban budget hotel � 7 evenings for more exploring in town �
DAY 7: BARCELONA
DAY 5: PARIS �
Explore more of Paris’ neighborhoods at your own pace
�
Excursion to Versailles
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Visit Marie Antoinette’s Hameau and Petit Trianon
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Parc Güell
�
Sagrada Familia
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Tour Louis XIV’s palace and formal gardens
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Barcelona tapas evening
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Optional: Dinner at Le Bœuf sur Le Toit
DAY 6: BARCELONA �
Flight from Paris to Barcelona
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Barcelona by bike tour including Ciutadella Park and the Olympic Port
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Evening walking tour past the illuminated façades of Gaudí’s famed houses along the Passeig de Gràcia
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Guided sightseeing tour viewing Montjuïc Hill and the city center, with commentary given via personal headsets
Local Restaurants
7 delicious, multi-course dinners at local favorites � Meal times tailored to maximize your experience in the city �
DAY 8: BARCELONA �
Discover more of Barcelona, from its popular city squares to La Boqueria food market, at your own pace
Smart Trip Design
An all-access Versailles pass gives you the full royal experience � Flying from Paris to Barcelona maximizes your time in each city �
� Optional: Full-day excursion to Figueres including the Dalí Museum DAY 9: DEPART FOR HOME
Paris (4) •
Versailles
cultural connections: PÉTANQUE LESSON IN PARIS Join a pétanque expert in the Jardin du Luxembourg for a lesson in this classic French pastime. BARCELONA BY BIKE Get a closer look at the city as you cycle through lovely Ciutadella Park and the waterfront Olympic Port area.
BARCELONA TAPAS EVENING Savor the culture of Spanish cuisine as you dine like a local on tapas specialties such as traditional cheeses, jamón or tortilla española.
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SPAIN AND FRANCE �
Meet your ACIS Tour Manager and begin to explore Paris
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Eiffel Tower top floor
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Visit Monaco, including the Royal Palace’s Changing of the Guard
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Continue to Eze
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Jardin Exotique and Fragonard Perfume Factory
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DAY 3: PARIS �
Guided sightseeing tour viewing the Arc de Triomphe, Les Invalides and Notre Dame
�
Louvre
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Scenic evening boat ride along the Seine
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Optional: Dinner aboard Seine boat cruise
DAY 4: NICE �
Flight from Paris to Nice
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Begin to explore Nice and stroll the Promenade des Anglais
DAY 8: BARCELONA
DAY 5: NICE
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Guided sightseeing tour viewing Montjuïc Hill and Gaudí’s famous houses, with commentary given via personal headsets
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Parc Güell
Scenic drive back to Nice
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Sagrada Familia
Boules lyonnaises lesson
� Barcelona by bike tour including Barceloneta and the Olympic Port
DAY 6: PROVENCE �
Travel to Provence
�
Arles Roman Arena and Theater
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Pont du Gard including a guided visit to the third level
DAY 7: BARCELONA �
Visit the walled city of Carcassonne
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Continue across the Pyrénées to Barcelona
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Evening stroll through the atmospheric streets of the Gothic Quarter
Local Restaurants
7 delicious, multi-course dinners at local favorites � Meal times tailored to maximize your experience in the city �
Smart Trip Design
DAY 9: DEPART FOR HOME
Flying from Paris to Nice gives you a full extra afternoon on the Côte d’Azur � Special access at the Pont du Gard takes your visit to another level �
EXTENSIONS: Extra night in Paris, including the services of your ACIS Tour Manager, at the beginning of your tour Two-night extension via AVE from Barcelona to Madrid including sightseeing and the Prado Museum
Paris (2)
Provence (1)
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Arles
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BOULES LYONNAISES LESSON IN NICE Join a local expert for a lesson in boules lyonnaises, a classic French pastime.
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Carcassonne
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DAY 2: PARIS
7 hours saved without a daily commute from a suburban budget hotel � 7 evenings for more exploring in town �
BARCELONA BY BIKE Get a closer look at the city as you cycle through lovely Ciutadella Park and the waterfront Olympic Port area.
•••
DAY 1: OVERNIGHT FLIGHT
Central Hotels
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This colorful tour of France and Spain will take you from the stunning views at the top of the Eiffel Tower to the vibrancy of life on the streets of Barcelona.
Exceptional Differences
Eze/Monaco ••
Paris, Nice and Barcelona - 9 DAYS
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Nice (2)
Barcelona (2) PNB_15
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Paris, Provence and Barcelona 9 DAYS
Exceptional Differences Central Hotels
We’ll introduce you to a great mix of big cities and small towns on this exceptional and popular tour. DAY 1: OVERNIGHT FLIGHT DAY 2: BARCELONA \ \ Meet your ACIS Tour Manager and begin to explore Barcelona \ \ Gothic Quarter walking tour DAY 3: BARCELONA \ \ Guided sightseeing tour viewing Montjuïc Hill and Gaudí’s famous houses, with commentary given via personal headsets \ \ Parc Güell \ \ Sagrada Familia \ \ Trencadís workshop \ \ Evening walking tour of the famed La Rambla DAY 4: PROVENCE \ \ Journey across the Pyrénées and visit the walled city of Carcassonne
DAY 5: PROVENCE \\ Discover historic Nîmes and tour its magnificent Roman Arena with audio guides \\ Pont du Gard including a guided visit to the third level DAY 6: PARIS \\ Explore Avignon to view the Papal Palace and Pont SaintBénézet \\ High-speed TGV train to Paris \\ Eiffel Tower top floor
\ \ 8 hours saved without
a daily commute from a suburban budget hotel \ \ 7 evenings for more exploring in town
DAY 8: PARIS \ \ French cooking lesson \ \ Louvre
Local Restaurants
\ \ Optional: Dinner at Le Bœuf sur Le Toit
\ \ 7 delicious, multi-course
dinners at local favorites
DAY 9: DEPART FOR HOME
\ \ Meal times tailored to
maximize your experience in the city
EXTENSION: Three-night extension to Madrid at the beginning of your tour including sightseeing, the Prado and an excursion to Toledo
Smart Trip Design
\ \ Never wait hours at the
airport to share a transfer with other later groups \ \ Reach for your wallet less with Eiffel Tower, Sagrada Familia and Parc Güell entrances included
DAY 7: PARIS \\ Guided sightseeing tour viewing the Eiffel Tower, Arc de Triomphe, Les Invalides and Notre Dame \\ Visit Louis XIV’s palace and gardens at Versailles
Carcassonne
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Avignon Provence (2)
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cultural connections: TRENCADÍS WORKSHOP IN BARCELONA Explore Modernism and Art Nouveau with a trencadís master, then create your own colorful mosaic.
Paris (3)
Versailles
\ \ Continue on to Provence
Barcelona (2)
FRENCH COOKING LESSON Taste the fruits of your labor after you learn how to prepare dishes traditional to French cuisine.
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La France y España - 9 DAYS Discover Spain and France’s three most populous cities with the time and flexibility to explore as you please, all at a great price. DAY 1: OVERNIGHT FLIGHT DAY 2: PARIS �
Meet your ACIS Tour Manager and begin to explore Paris
�
Ascend to the top of the Arc de Triomphe
DAY 3: PARIS �
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Guided sightseeing tour viewing the Eiffel Tower, Les Invalides and Notre Dame Optional: French cooking lesson
DAY 4: PARIS �
Louvre
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Sketch Paris walking tour on Île Saint-Louis
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Dine on frog legs and other specialties at an authentic French restaurant in SaintGermain-des-Prés
DAY 5: BARCELONA �
Flight from Paris to Barcelona
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Gothic Quarter walking tour
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Evening walking tour past the illuminated façades of Gaudí’s famed houses along the Passeig de Gràcia Guided sightseeing tour viewing Montjuïc Hill and the city center, with commentary given via personal headsets
� Parc Güell �
Sagrada Familia
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Discover more of Barcelona, from its popular city squares to La Boqueria food market, at your own pace
�
Barcelona tapas evening
Central Hotels
9 hours saved without a daily commute from a suburban budget hotel � 7 evenings for more exploring in town �
DAY 7: MADRID �
High-speed AVE train from Barcelona to Madrid
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Guided sightseeing tour viewing the historic center’s most important landmarks
�
DAY 6: BARCELONA �
Exceptional Differences
Local Restaurants
7 delicious, multi-course dinners at local favorites � Meal times tailored to maximize your experience in the city �
Prado tour with commentary given via personal headsets
DAY 8: MADRID �
Explore more of Madrid’s plazas and parks at your own pace
�
Optional: Full-day excursion to Toledo with lunch included
�
Optional: Flamenco lesson and show
Smart Trip Design
High-speed AVE trains leave more time to explore in Madrid and Barcelona � Save at least an hour with a timed entrance to the Prado �
� Evening stroll to see the artists and street performers in Plaza Mayor DAY 9: DEPART FOR HOME
Paris (3)
cultural connections: SKETCH PARIS NEIGHBORHOOD TOUR Discover a corner of Paris like the artists it inspires, sketching its sights and buildings with expert instruction as you learn their history.
OPTIONAL
BARCELONA TAPAS EVENING Savor the culture of Spanish cuisine as you dine like a local on tapas specialties such as traditional cheeses, jamón or tortilla española.
OPTIONAL
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Madrid (2) EFS17
Barcelona (2)
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SPAIN AND FRANCE
Insider’s Spain and France 10 DAYS
Exceptional Differences Central Hotels
Compare and contrast the cultures of Spain and France through many interactive cultural connection activities.
�
Meet your ACIS Tour Manager and begin to explore Madrid
Morning walking tour of the Gothic Quarter
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High-speed TGV train from Avignon to Paris
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Barcelona by bike tour including Barceloneta and the Olympic Port
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Guided sightseeing tour viewing the Eiffel Tower, Arc de Triomphe, Les Invalides and Notre Dame
DAY 3: MADRID �
� �
Guided sightseeing tour viewing the historic center’s most important landmarks Prado tour with commentary given via personal headsets Evening flamenco lesson and show
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Paella cooking lesson and dinner
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Optional: FC Barcelona Camp Nou stadium tour
DAY 6: PROVENCE �
DAY 4: BARCELONA � �
High-speed AVE train to Barcelona Guided sightseeing tour viewing Montjuïc Hill and Gaudí’s famous houses, with commentary given via personal headsets
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Parc Güell
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Sagrada Familia
DAY 8: PARIS
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Journey across the Pyrénées and visit the walled city of Carcassonne Continue on to Provence
DAY 7: PROVENCE �
Horseback riding in the Camargue
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Visit Aigues-Mortes and explore the ramparts
�
Pont du Gard including a guided visit to the third level
Local Restaurants
8 delicious, multi-course dinners at local favorites � Meal times tailored to maximize your experience in the city �
DAY 9: PARIS �
Louvre
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Eiffel Tower top floor
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Scenic evening boat ride along the Seine
Smart Trip Design
High-speed trains leave more time to explore in both Spain and France � Reach for your wallet less with Eiffel Tower, Sagrada Familia and Parc Güell entrances included �
� Optional: Dinner aboard Seine boat cruise DAY 10: DEPART FOR HOME EXTENSION: Extra night in Paris including the services of your ACIS Tour Manager
Paris (2)
cultural connections:
Provence (2) Avignon Carcassonne Camargue • •••
BARCELONA BY BIKE Get a closer look at the city as you cycle through lovely Ciutadella Park and the waterfront Olympic Port area.
PAELLA COOKING LESSON IN BARCELONA Learn the methods for creating paella from an expert before working in teams to cook and enjoy the dish for dinner. HORSEBACK RIDING IN THE CAMARGUE Like a traditional gardian, or cowboy, explore the picturesque marshy delta region at the mouth of the River Rhône.
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FLAMENCO LESSON AND SHOW IN MADRID Follow the steps of your expert flamenco teacher, then later see them perform in a professional show.
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DAY 2: MADRID
DAY 5: BARCELONA
•••
DAY 1: OVERNIGHT FLIGHT
8 hours saved without a daily commute from a suburban budget hotel � 7 evenings for more exploring in town �
Madrid (2) ISF14
Barcelona (2)
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SPAIN AND FRANCE
Madrid, Paris and the Coast 10 DAYS
Exceptional Differences Central Hotels
A breathtaking tour of Madrid, northern Spain and Paris, revealing the spirit of each of these unique communities.
Meet your ACIS Tour Manager and begin to explore Madrid
DAY 3: MADRID �
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Guided sightseeing tour viewing the historic center’s most famous landmarks Prado tour with commentary given via personal headsets Traditional paella dinner
DAY 4: MADRID �
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Full-day guided excursion to Toledo with commentary given via personal headsets Toledo’s Gothic Cathedral, Synagogue, Church of Santo Tomé Spanish cooking lesson
Travel to Burgos
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Guided sightseeing of Burgos including entrance to the Gothic Cathedral
Guided sightseeing tour viewing the Arc de Triomphe, Les Invalides and Notre Dame
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Louvre
Arrive in Bilbao
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Dine like locals with restaurant vouchers this evening
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Optional: French theater performance with surtitles
�
DAY 6: BIARRITZ �
Walking tour of Bilbao viewing the riverside, Parque Etxebarria and Casco Viejo
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Guggenheim Museum with commentary via audio guide
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Visit delightful San Sebastián for a walking tour of the seaside streets and neighborhoods
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Arrive in seaside Biarritz
DAY 7: PARIS �
High-speed TGV train to Paris
�
Eiffel Tower top floor
�
Scenic evening boat ride along the Seine
Local Restaurants
7 delicious, multi-course dinners at local favorites � Meal times tailored to maximize your experience in the city �
DAY 9: PARIS �
Explore more of Paris’ neighborhoods at your own pace
�
Excursion to Versailles
�
Visit Marie Antoinette’s Hameau and Petit Trianon
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Versailles by bike tour through the estate’s expansive park
Smart Trip Design
Save at least an hour with a timed entrance to the Prado � Meal vouchers let you choose your menu from many Paris restaurants �
� Tour Louis XIV’s palace and formal gardens DAY 10: DEPART FOR HOME
Versailles
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VERSAILLES BY BIKE Pedal along the Grand Canal and around Versailles’ expansive grounds by bike.
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SPANISH COOKING LESSON IN TOLEDO Learn from experts to create some of Spain’s most loved and traditional dishes, enjoying spectacular city views as you dine on the results.
Paris (3)
Bilbao (1) Biarritz (1) Burgos San Sebastián OPTIONAL
FRENCH THEATER PERFORMANCE WITH SURTITLES English surtitles allow you to fully experience the cultural wonder of a classic French play in a small local theater alongside the locals.
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DAY 2: MADRID
DAY 8: PARIS
DAY 5: BILBAO
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DAY 1: OVERNIGHT FLIGHT
10 hours saved without a daily commute from a suburban budget hotel � 8 evenings for more exploring in town �
Madrid (3)
For prices and discounts go to:
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SPAIN AND FRANCE
9 DAYS
Exceptional Differences Central Hotels
Travel like a local from the glitter of Paris to the royal splendor of Madrid, available as a private tour with as few as 13 participants. DAY 1: OVERNIGHT FLIGHT DAY 2: PARIS �
Meet your ACIS Tour Manager and begin to explore Paris with your carnet of Métro tickets
DAY 3: PARIS
DAY 5: PARIS �
DAY 7: MADRID
Sketch Paris walking tour in Montmartre
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Prado tour with audio guides
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Madrid tapas evening
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Eiffel Tower top floor
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Scenic evening boat ride along the Seine
Optional: Bull ranch visit with bullfighting demonstration and hearty lunch
Pétanque lesson in the Jardin du Luxembourg
�
Flight from Paris to Madrid
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Walking tour viewing the Pantheon, Sorbonne and Latin Quarter
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Walking tour of the neighborhoods around Plaza Mayor and Puerta del Sol
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Notre Dame
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Visit Sainte-Chapelle to marvel at its colorful stained glass
Discover Madrid with ease using your included carnet of Métro tickets
�
Traditional paella dinner
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Take the RER train to visit Louis XIV’s palace and gardens at Versailles
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Louvre
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See the Champs-Élysées illuminated during an evening stroll
Local Restaurants
7 delicious, multi-course dinners at local favorites � Meal times tailored to maximize your experience in the city �
DAY 8: MADRID
DAY 6: MADRID
�
DAY 4: PARIS
11 hours saved without a daily commute from a suburban budget hotel � 7 evenings for more exploring in town �
�
Explore more of Madrid at your own pace, perhaps the Royal Palace or Plaza Mayor
Smart Trip Design
� Optional: Excursion to Toledo including the Gothic Cathedral and Church of Santo Tomé
Enjoy the convenience and savings of included Paris and Madrid Métro tickets � Flying from Paris to Madrid maximizes your time in each city �
DAY 9: DEPART FOR HOME
Versailles
•
Capitals of France and Spain -
Paris (4)
cultural connections: PÉTANQUE LESSON IN PARIS Join a pétanque expert in the Jardin du Luxembourg for a lesson in this classic French pastime. SKETCH PARIS NEIGHBORHOOD TOUR Discover a corner of Paris like the artists it inspires, sketching its sights and buildings with expert instruction as you learn their history.
MADRID TAPAS EVENING Savor the culture of Spanish cuisine as you dine like a local on tapas specialties such as traditional cheeses, jamón or tortilla española. OPTIONAL
BULL RANCH VISIT, BULLFIGHTING LESSON AND LUNCH
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MOST POPULAR Spanish Capitals – Page 54 Develop a deep understanding of two of Spain’s most famous cities, with little time lost in transit thanks to the high-speed AVE train. EXPLORER VALUE TRIP E Los Pueblos Blancos – Page 49 After exploring the rich heritage of Madrid, the beautiful white villages of southern Spain beckon, all at a great value. STAFF PICK Las Calles de España – Page 62 Travel like a local between the enchanting cities of Madrid, Córdoba and Seville, available as a private tour with as few as 13 participants. CHRISTINA SPAULDING, INTERNATIONAL PROGRAM CONSULTANT
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Los Pueblos Blancos - 8 DAYS After exploring the rich heritage of Madrid, the beautiful white villages of southern Spain beckon—all at a great value.
Exceptional Differences Central Hotels
6 hours saved without a daily commute from a suburban budget hotel 6 evenings for more exploring in town
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Seville Cathedral and Giralda Tower
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Evening flamenco lesson and show
DAY 3: MADRID \\
Guided sightseeing tour viewing the historic center’s most famous landmarks
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Prado tour with commentary given via personal headsets
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Madrid tapas evening
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Evening stroll to see the artists and street performers in Plaza Mayor
DAY 4: SEVILLE \\
Discover Toledo with a local guide and commentary given via personal headsets
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Visit the Gothic Cathedral, Synagogue and Church of Santo Tomé
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Continue on to Seville
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Evening paseo along the river to see the Torre de Oro and colorful Triana barrio
DAY 7: COSTA DEL SOL
Guided sightseeing tour with commentary given via personal headsets
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Full-day excursion to Granada
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Guided sightseeing tour of the Alhambra and Generalife Gardens with commentary given via personal headsets
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Local Restaurants
6 delicious, multi-course dinners at local favorites Meal times tailored to maximize your experience in the city
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Return to the Costa del Sol \\
DAY 8: DEPART FOR HOME
DAY 6: COSTA DEL SOL \\
Visit Mijas, one of southern Spain’s most picturesque pueblos blancos
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Explore Ronda including the bullring
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Continue on to the Costa del Sol for dinner
Smart Trip Design
Save at least an hour with a timed entrance to the Prado Top guides and personal headsets enhance all sightseeing tours
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Madrid (2) Toledo Seville (2)
cultural connections:
Mijas
Ronda ••
DAY 2: MADRID
DAY 5: SEVILLE
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DAY 1: OVERNIGHT FLIGHT
Granada
Costa del Sol (2) MADRID TAPAS EVENING Savor the culture of Spanish cuisine as you dine like a local on tapas specialties such as traditional cheeses, jamón or tortilla española.
FLAMENCO LESSON AND SHOW IN SEVILLE Follow the steps of your expert flamenco teacher, then later see them perform in a professional show.
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SPAIN
Seville, Córdoba and Madrid 8 DAYS
Exceptional Differences Central Hotels
Four of Spain’s most important cities will be your home for this budget-friendly Spanish sojourn. DAY 1: OVERNIGHT FLIGHT DAY 2: SEVILLE \\ \\
Meet your ACIS Tour Manager and begin to explore Seville Traditional ceramic tile workshop in the colorful Triana barrio
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Guided sightseeing tour with commentary given via personal headsets Seville Cathedral and Giralda Tower Optional: Flamenco lesson and show
DAY 6: MADRID
DAY 4: CÓRDOBA \\
Drive to beautiful Córdoba
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Mezquita with audio guides
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Guided sightseeing tour viewing the historic center’s most famous landmarks Prado tour with commentary given via personal headsets Madrid tapas evening
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Explore more of Madrid’s plazas and parks at your own pace
Journey to Toledo
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Guided sightseeing tour with commentary given via personal headsets
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Visit the Gothic Cathedral, Synagogue and Church of Santo Tomé
Optional: Half-day excursion to Segovia including guided sightseeing and the Alcázar
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Sunset visit to the Egyptian Templo de Debod
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Traditional paella dinner
8 hours saved without a daily commute from a suburban budget hotel 6 evenings for more exploring in town
Local Restaurants
DAY 7: MADRID
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Fly into Seville, reducing travel time in Spain Overnight in Toledo and enjoy the city after the day trippers have left
DAY 8: DEPART FOR HOME EXTENSION:
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FLAMENCO LESSON AND SHOW IN SEVILLE Follow the steps of your expert flamenco teacher, then later see them perform in a professional show.
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MOORISH CUISINE DINNER Explore the Moorish influence on Córdoba’s culinary heritage as you dine on shared plates and learn the characteristics of the cuisine.
MADRID TAPAS EVENING Savor the culture of Spanish cuisine as you dine like a local on tapas specialties such as traditional cheeses, jamón or tortilla española.
Madrid (2)
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TRIANA CERAMIC TILE WORKSHOP Learn about historic Triana’s famed ceramic tiles, or azulejos, and decorate your own piece.
Seville (2)
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Two-night extension from Madrid to Barcelona via AVE, including sightseeing, the Sagrada Familia and Parc Güell
Córdoba (1)
For prices and discounts go to:
www.acis.com/stm
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Madrid to Mallorca - 9 DAYS First explore Madrid and Barcelona, then jet off to “the” island destination for both cities’ local residents.
Exceptional Differences Central Hotels \\
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Meet your ACIS Tour Manager and begin to explore Madrid
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High-speed AVE train to Barcelona
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Barcelona by bike tour including Ciutadella Park and the Olympic Port
DAY 3: MADRID \\
Guided sightseeing tour viewing the historic center’s most famous landmarks
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Prado tour with commentary given via personal headsets
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Explore more of Madrid’s plazas and parks at your own pace
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Evening stroll to see the artists and street performers in Plaza Mayor
DAY 4: MADRID \\
Full-day guided excursion to Toledo with commentary given via personal headsets
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Visit the Gothic Cathedral, Synagogue and Church of Santo Tomé
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Spanish cooking lesson
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Return to Madrid
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Evening walking tour of the famed La Rambla
DAY 6: BARCELONA \\
DAY 8: PALMA \\
Full-day excursion to the picturesque town of Sóller by train
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Return to Palma by bus
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Explore more of Palma’s architecture, museums and lively cafes at your own pace
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DAY 9: DEPART FOR HOME
Guided sightseeing tour viewing Montjuïc Hill and Gaudí’s famous houses, with commentary given via personal headsets
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Parc Güell
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Sagrada Familia
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Gothic Quarter walking tour
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Traditional paella dinner
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DAY 7: PALMA \\
Flight from Barcelona to Palma
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Guided sightseeing tour of the historic center
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Gothic Cathedral
Madrid (3) Toledo
SPANISH COOKING LESSON IN TOLEDO Learn from experts to create some of Spain’s most loved and traditional dishes, enjoying spectacular city views as you dine on the results.
Barcelona (2)
Palma (2)
cultural connections: BARCELONA BY BIKE Get a closer look at the city as you cycle through lovely Ciutadella Park and the waterfront Olympic Port area.
PERSONALIZE YOUR TOUR. VISIT WWW.ACIS.COM/MENU
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7 delicious, multi-course dinners at local favorites Meal times tailored to maximize your experience in the city
Smart Trip Design
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DAY 5: BARCELONA
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DAY 1: OVERNIGHT FLIGHT
8 hours saved without a daily commute from a suburban budget hotel 7 evenings for more exploring in town
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Barcelona, Madrid and Seville 9 DAYS
Exceptional Differences Central Hotels
This trip provides the perfect combination of buzzing cities and beautiful coastline. This is Spain at its best. DAY 1: OVERNIGHT FLIGHT DAY 2: BARCELONA \\
Meet your ACIS Tour Manager and begin to explore Barcelona
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Guided sightseeing tour viewing la Sagrada Familia, Montjuïc Hill and Gaudí’s famous houses with commentary given via personal headsets Barcelona by bike tour including Ciutadella Park and the Olympic Port
DAY 7: SEVILLE
DAY 5: MADRID \\
Guided sightseeing tour viewing the historic center’s most famous landmarks
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Guided sightseeing tour with commentary given via personal headsets
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Prado tour with commentary given via personal headsets
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Seville Cathedral
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Explore more of the wonders of Seville at your own pace, such as the Santa Cruz neighborhood
DAY 3: BARCELONA \\
Explore more of Madrid’s plazas and parks at your own pace
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Churros y chocolate at a local café
DAY 6: SEVILLE Drive to picturesque Mérida
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Travel to the Costa del Sol
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Mérida Roman ruins
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Explore Costa del Sol’s sights and beaches at your own pace
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Continue on to Seville
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Cathedral of Santa Eulàlia
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Evening paseo along the river to see the Torre de Oro and colorful Triana barrio
Visit Zaragoza and see the immense Basílica del Pilar
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Continue on to Madrid
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Walking tour around Puerta del Sol
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7 hours saved without a daily commute from a suburban budget hotel 7 evenings for more exploring in town
Local Restaurants \\ \\
Evening flamenco lesson and show
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Gothic Quarter walking tour
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7 delicious, multi-course dinners at local favorites Meal times tailored to maximize your experience in the city
Smart Trip Design \\
DAY 8: COSTA DEL SOL
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A bike tour of Barcelona opens up a great section of the city most visitors miss Save at least an hour with a timed entrance to the Prado
Extra night in Costa del Sol, including the services of your ACIS Tour Manager
Zaragoza Madrid (2)
Traditional paella dinner
Barcelona (2)
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Mérida
cultural connections: BARCELONA BY BIKE Get a closer look at the city as you cycle through lovely Ciutadella Park and the waterfront Olympic Port area.
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FLAMENCO LESSON AND SHOW IN SEVILLE Follow the steps of your expert flamenco teacher, then later see them perform in a professional show.
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For prices and discounts go to:
www.acis.com/ex8
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Insider’s Spain - 9 DAYS On this fast-paced, muy inclusivo tour, you will discover three important areas of Spain: Catalonia, Andalucía and Castile. DAY 1: OVERNIGHT FLIGHT DAY 2: BARCELONA \\
Begin to explore Barcelona
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Barcelona by bike tour including Ciutadella Park and the Olympic Port
DAY 3: BARCELONA \\
Guided sightseeing tour viewing Montjuïc Hill and Gaudí’s famous houses, with commentary given via personal headsets
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Parc Güell
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Sagrada Familia
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Gothic Quarter walking tour
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Traditional paella dinner
DAY 4: CÓRDOBA
Guided sightseeing tour of the Alhambra and Generalife Gardens with commentary given via personal headsets
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Flamenco lesson, dinner and show
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Explore the caves of the Sacromonte neighborhood in the evening
DAY 6: MADRID \\
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Central Hotels
Drive to beautiful Madrid via the spectacular mountain pass of Despeñaperros Madrid tapas evening
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Full-day guided excursion to Toledo with commentary given via personal headsets
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Visit the Gothic Cathedral, Synagogue and Church of Santo Tomé
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Spanish cooking lesson
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Evening stroll to see the artists and street performers in Plaza Mayor
8 hours saved without a daily commute from a suburban budget hotel 7 evenings for more exploring in town
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DAY 8: MADRID
DAY 5: GRANADA \\
Exceptional Differences
Local Restaurants
7 delicious, multi-course dinners at local favorites Meal times tailored to maximize your experience in the city
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DAY 9: DEPART FOR HOME
Smart Trip Design
EXTENSION:
High-speed trains leave more time to explore in Córdoba and Barcelona Food becomes part of the experience with a cooking lesson and regional cuisine
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Extra night in Madrid including the services of your ACIS Tour Manager
DAY 7: MADRID
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Guided sightseeing tour viewing the historic center’s most famous landmarks
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High-speed AVE train to Córdoba
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Guided sightseeing tour of Córdoba
Prado tour with commentary given via personal headsets
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Mezquita with audio guides
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Moorish cuisine dinner
Bull ranch visit with bullfighting lesson, demonstration and hearty lunch
BARCELONA BY BIKE
BULL RANCH VISIT & BULLFIGHTING LESSON
MOORISH CUISINE DINNER
SPANISH COOKING LESSON
FLAMENCO LESSON, DINNER AND SHOW IN GRANADA
Visit www.acis.com/tis for full descriptions of these immersive cultural activities.
MADRID TAPAS EVENING
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Madrid (3)
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Granada (1)
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Spanish Capitals - 9 DAYS Develop a deep understanding of two of Spain’s most famous cities, with little time lost in transit thanks to the high-speed AVE train.
Exceptional Differences Central Hotels \\
DAY 1: OVERNIGHT FLIGHT DAY 2: MADRID \\
Meet your ACIS Tour Manager and begin to explore Madrid
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Full-day guided excursion to Toledo with commentary given via personal headsets
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Visit the Gothic Cathedral, Synagogue and Church of Santo Tomé
DAY 3: MADRID \\
Guided sightseeing tour viewing the historic center’s most famous landmarks
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Prado tour with commentary given via personal headsets
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Bull ranch visit with bullfighting lesson, demonstration and hearty lunch
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Walking tour of the Barrio de las Letras highlighting the writers of Spain’s literary Golden Age
DAY 6: BARCELONA \\
High-speed AVE train to Barcelona
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Barcelona by bike tour including Ciutadella Park and the Olympic Port
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Guided visit to the palace monastery of El Escorial
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Segovia guided sightseeing tour viewing the Roman aqueduct
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Discover more of Barcelona, from its popular city squares to La Boqueria food market, at your own pace
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Optional: Full-day excursion to Figueres and the Dalí museum
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Local Restaurants \\
DAY 9: DEPART FOR HOME
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Evening walking tour of the famed La Rambla
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Parc Güell
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Sagrada Familia Gothic Quarter walking tour Optional: FC Barcelona Camp Nou stadium tour
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Segovia Alcázar
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Traditional paella dinner
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Segovia Madrid (4) El Escorial Toledo
Barcelona (3)
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Save at least an hour with a timed entrance to the Prado A bike tour of Barcelona opens up a great section of the city most visitors miss
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7 delicious, multi-course dinners at local favorites Meal times tailored to maximize your experience in the city
Smart Trip Design
DAY 7: BARCELONA
DAY 4: MADRID \\
DAY 8: BARCELONA
DAY 5: MADRID
9 hours saved without a daily commute from a suburban budget hotel 7 evenings for more exploring in town
cultural connections: BULL RANCH VISIT, BULLFIGHTING LESSON AND LUNCH Visit a working bull ranch for a tour, a lesson in bullfighting and a demonstration of this important Spanish art form (with no harm to the bull).
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BARCELONA BY BIKE Get a closer look at the city as you cycle through lovely Ciutadella Park and the waterfront Olympic Port area.
SPC14
For prices and discounts go to:
www.acis.com/spc
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Aventuras en España - 9 DAYS Compare and contrast the cultural differences of the Castile, Basque and Catalonia regions of Spain.
Exceptional Differences Central Hotels \\
DAY 1: OVERNIGHT FLIGHT DAY 2: MADRID \\
Meet your ACIS Tour Manager and begin to explore Madrid
DAY 6: PAMPLONA Travel to Pamplona
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Walking tour of Pamplona highlights the impressive city walls and history of the famous Running of the Bulls
Guided sightseeing tour viewing Montjuïc Hill and the city center, with commentary given via personal headsets
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Parc Güell
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Sagrada Familia
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Evening stroll through the atmospheric streets of the Gothic Quarter
DAY 3: MADRID \\
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Guided sightseeing tour viewing the historic center’s most famous landmarks Prado tour with commentary given via personal headsets
DAY 7: BARCELONA \\
Visit Zaragoza and see the immense Basílica del Pilar
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Continue on to Barcelona Traditional paella dinner Evening walking tour past the illuminated façades of Gaudí’s famed houses along the Passeig de Gràcia
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Madrid tapas evening
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Sunset visit to the Egyptian Templo de Debod
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DAY 4: BILBAO \\
Drive to scenic Bilbao
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Guggenheim Museum with audio guides
DAY 8: BARCELONA
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7 hours saved without a daily commute from a suburban budget hotel 7 evenings for more exploring in town
Local Restaurants \\ \\
DAY 9: DEPART FOR HOME
7 delicious, multi-course dinners at local favorites Meal times tailored to maximize your experience in the city
Smart Trip Design \\
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Save at least an hour with a timed entrance to the Prado Reach for your wallet less with Sagrada Familia and Parc Güell entrances included
DAY 5: BILBAO \\
Visit delightful San Sebastián including a walking tour of the seaside streets and neighborhoods
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Basque pelota lesson and professional demonstration
Bilbao (2)
Madrid (2)
San Sebastián Pamplona (1) Zaragoza Barcelona (2)
cultural connections: MADRID TAPAS EVENING Savor the culture of Spanish cuisine as you dine like a local on tapas specialties such as traditional cheeses, jamón or tortilla española.
BASQUE PELOTA LESSON AND PROFESSIONAL DEMONSTRATION Watch one of the world’s fastest games played by professional pelotaris before trying it yourself.
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Iberian Voyage - 9 DAYS See the best of Madrid and Seville before crossing the border and discovering beautiful Lisbon.
Exceptional Differences Central Hotels \\
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Seville Cathedral and Giralda Tower
DAY 3: MADRID Guided sightseeing tour viewing the historic center’s most famous landmarks
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Prado tour with commentary given via personal headsets
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Madrid tapas evening
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Evening stroll to see the artists and street performers in Plaza Mayor
DAY 4: SEVILLE \\
High-speed AVE train to Córdoba
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Guided sightseeing tour of Córdoba
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Mezquita with audio guides
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Continue on to beautiful Seville
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Traditional paella dinner
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Evening paseo along the river to see the Torre de Oro and colorful Triana barrio
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Evening flamenco lesson and show
DAY 6: MÉRIDA
Guided sightseeing tour viewing the Monument of the Discoveries, Rossio Square and St. George’s Castle
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Jerónimos Monastery
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Visit the town of Sintra
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Sintra National Palace
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Local Restaurants \\ \\
DAY 9: DEPART FOR HOME
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Drive to picturesque Mérida
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Guided sightseeing tour of this ancient capital of Lusitania
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Mérida Roman ruins
Smart Trip Design \\
DAY 7: LISBON \\
Cross into Portugal and arrive in Lisbon
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Begin to explore this exciting capital city
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Never wait hours at the airport to share a transfer with other later groups High-speed AVE trains leave more time to explore in Madrid and Córdoba
Lisbon (2) Mérida (1) Sintra ••••
cultural connections: MADRID TAPAS EVENING Savor the culture of Spanish cuisine as you dine like a local on tapas specialties such as traditional cheeses, jamón or tortilla española.
7 delicious, multi-course dinners at local favorites Meal times tailored to maximize your experience in the city
Madrid (2)
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Córdoba Seville (2) FLAMENCO LESSON AND SHOW IN SEVILLE Follow the steps of your expert flamenco teacher, then later see them perform in a professional show.
IBE14
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Meet your ACIS Tour Manager and begin to explore Madrid
Guided sightseeing tour, with commentary given via personal headsets
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DAY 5: SEVILLE
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DAY 1: OVERNIGHT FLIGHT
7 hours saved without a daily commute from a suburban budget hotel 7 evenings for more exploring in town
For prices and discounts go to:
www.acis.com/ibe
PERSONALIZE YOUR TOUR. VISIT WWW.ACIS.COM/MENU
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Roman Spain - 9 DAYS Discover evidence of the ancient Romans’ influence on architecture and engineering from Segovia to Mérida to the southern coast.
Exceptional Differences Central Hotels
7 hours saved without a daily commute from a suburban budget hotel 7 evenings for more exploring in town
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DAY 1: OVERNIGHT FLIGHT DAY 2: MADRID \\
Meet your ACIS Tour Manager and begin to explore Madrid
DAY 3: MADRID \\
Guided sightseeing tour viewing the historic center’s most famous landmarks
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Prado tour with commentary given via personal headsets
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Travel to ancient Segovia to see the Roman aqueduct and visit the Alcázar
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Return to Madrid
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Sunset visit to the Egyptian Templo de Debod
DAY 4: MÉRIDA \\
Drive to picturesque Mérida
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Mérida Roman ruins
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Evening stroll to see the Roman Theater illuminated
DAY 5: SEVILLE
DAY 8: COSTA DEL SOL
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Travel to beautiful Seville
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Travel to the Costa del Sol
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Guided sightseeing tour, with commentary given via personal headsets
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Explore Costa del Sol’s sights and beaches at your own pace
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Seville Cathedral and Giralda Tower
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Evening paseo along the river to see the Torre de Oro and colorful Triana barrio
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Local Restaurants
DAY 9: DEPART FOR HOME Extra night in Costa del Sol with fullday excursion to Tangier, Morocco
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DAY 6: SEVILLE \\
Travel to the historic town of Itálica
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Tour the Roman ruins and amphitheater
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Return to Seville for an evening flamenco show and dinner
7 delicious, multi-course dinners at local favorites Meal times tailored to maximize your experience in the city
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EXTENSION:
Smart Trip Design
ACIS’ local staff and Duty Officer system allow us to fix things fast should any issues arise mid-trip Save at least an hour with a timed entrance to the Prado
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Journey to Cádiz, the oldest city in Europe
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Casa del Obispo
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Visit the Roman ruins of Baelo Claudia
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Cádiz Baelo Claudia
This specially-themed tour focusing on the ancient Roman Empire’s reach into Spain includes site visits, educational content and engaging experiences that relate stories and historic events encompassing the rise and fall of the Roman and Spanish empires, connecting the past with the present.
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La Fiesta - 10 DAYS A Spanish teacher’s dream. Experience the authentic and local flavors of Madrid and Andalucía on this classic and affordable trip.
Exceptional Differences Central Hotels \\
DAY 1: OVERNIGHT FLIGHT DAY 2: MADRID \\
Meet your ACIS Tour Manager and begin to explore Madrid
DAY 3: MADRID \\
Guided sightseeing tour viewing the historic center’s most famous landmarks
DAY 8: COSTA DEL SOL
DAY 5: SEVILLE \\
Travel through La Mancha for a guided sightseeing tour of Córdoba
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Visit one of the pueblos blancos, Mijas, to see weaving, pottery and basket making
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Mezquita with audio guides
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Continue on to beautiful Seville
Continue on to the Costa del Sol
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Evening stroll from your hotel along the beachfront promenade
DAY 6: SEVILLE \\
Guided sightseeing tour, with commentary given via personal headsets
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Prado tour with commentary given via personal headsets
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Optional: Excursion to the palace monastery of El Escorial
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Seville Cathedral and Giralda Tower
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Explore Costa del Sol’s sights and beaches at your own pace
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Evening stroll to see the artists and street performers in Plaza Mayor
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Traditional paella dinner
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Optional: Tangier, Morocco with included Moroccan lunch
DAY 7: GRANADA \\
DAY 4: MADRID \\
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Full-day guided excursion to Toledo with commentary given via personal headsets Visit the Gothic Cathedral, Synagogue and Church of Santo Tomé Madrid tapas evening
Guided sightseeing tour of the Alhambra and Generalife Gardens with commentary given via personal headsets
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Flamenco lesson, dinner and show
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Explore the caves of the Sacromonte neighborhood in the evening
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8 hours saved without a daily commute from a suburban budget hotel 8 evenings for more exploring in town
Local Restaurants \\ \\
DAY 9: COSTA DEL SOL
7 delicious, multi-course dinners at local favorites Meal times tailored to maximize your experience in the city
Smart Trip Design \\
DAY 10: DEPART FOR HOME
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EXTENSION: Extra night in Madrid, including the services of your ACIS Tour Manager, at the beginning of your tour
Never wait hours at the airport to share a transfer with other later groups Top guides and personal headsets enhance all sightseeing tours
Madrid (3) Toledo Córdoba Seville (2) ••• •••
MADRID TAPAS EVENING Savor the culture of Spanish cuisine as you dine like a local on tapas specialties such as traditional cheeses, jamón or tortilla española.
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FLAMENCO LESSON, DINNER AND SHOW IN GRANADA In the caves of Sacromonte, learn the steps from a flamenco expert, then enjoy dinner and watch your teacher perform in a professional show.
LAF14
Granada (1) Costa del Sol (2) ••••
cultural connections:
For prices and discounts go to:
www.acis.com/laf
PERSONALIZE YOUR TOUR. VISIT WWW.ACIS.COM/MENU
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Central Hotels \\
DAY 1: OVERNIGHT FLIGHT DAY 2: TOLEDO \\
Arrive in Madrid, meet your ACIS Tour Manager and drive to nearby Toledo
DAY 5: RONDA \\
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Guided sightseeing tour with commentary given via personal headsets Visit the Gothic Cathedral, Synagogue and Church of Santo Tomé
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Travel past the windmills of Consuegra to Granada
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Flamenco lesson, dinner and show
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Explore the caves of the Sacromonte neighborhood in the evening
Visit one of the pueblos blancos, Mijas, to see weaving, pottery and basket making Continue on to Ronda
DAY 6: SEVILLE \\
Optional: Excursion to Aranjuéz
DAY 4: GRANADA
DAY 8: MADRID
Guided sightseeing tour of the Alhambra and Generalife Gardens with commentary given via personal headsets
Guided sightseeing tour of Ronda viewing the Puente Nuevo bridge spanning the dramatic gorge
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Guided sightseeing tour of Córdoba
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Mezquita with audio guides
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Continue on to beautiful Madrid
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Traditional paella dinner
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Guided sightseeing tour viewing the historic center’s most famous landmarks
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Prado tour with commentary given via personal headsets
Ronda bullring
DAY 10: DEPART FOR HOME
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Travel to Seville
EXTENSION:
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Guided sightseeing tour, with commentary given via personal headsets
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Seville Cathedral and Giralda Tower
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Spanish Fan Painting Workshop
Local Restaurants \\ \\
DAY 9: MADRID
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DAY 7: SEVILLE
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8 hours saved without a daily commute from a suburban budget hotel 8 evenings for more exploring in town
8 delicious, multi-course dinners at local favorites Meal times tailored to maximize your experience in the city
Smart Trip Design \\
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Extra night in Madrid including the services of your ACIS Tour Manager
Overnight in Toledo and enjoy the city after the day trippers have left Save at least an hour with a timed entrance to the Prado
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cultural connections: FLAMENCO LESSON, DINNER AND SHOW IN GRANADA In the caves of Sacromonte, learn the steps from a flamenco expert, then enjoy dinner and watch your teacher perform in a professional show.
Ronda (1)
SPANISH FAN PAINTING WORKSHOP Paint your own Spanish fan with a master artist as you learn about the history, ornamentation and many uses of this elegant accessory.
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Córdoba Seville (2)
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Start in small-town Toledo and end in fast-paced Madrid on this 10-day, well-priced adventure that mixes cities big and small.
Exceptional Differences
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Andalusian Fiesta - 10 DAYS
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Madrid (2)
Granada (1)
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Spanish Vistas - 10 DAYS Spain 101. A fast-paced introduction to the many highlights of Spain.
Exceptional Differences Central Hotels \\
DAY 2: MADRID \\
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Meet your ACIS Tour Manager and begin to explore Madrid
DAY 3: MADRID \\
DAY 5: GRANADA
Guided sightseeing tour viewing the historic center’s most famous landmarks
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Prado tour with commentary given via personal headsets
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Evening stroll to see the artists and street performers in Plaza Mayor
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Flamenco lesson, dinner and show
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Explore the caves of the Sacromonte neighborhood in the evening
Depart Madrid for a guided sightseeing tour of Toledo with commentary via personal headsets
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Visit the Gothic Cathedral, Synagogue and Church of Santo Tomé
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Spanish cooking lesson in Toledo
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Travel to Granada
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High-speed AVE train to Barcelona
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Gothic Quarter walking tour
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Traditional paella dinner
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Morning drive to Seville
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Guided sightseeing tour, with commentary given via personal headsets
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Seville Cathedral and Giralda Tower
DAY 7: SEVILLE \\
Explore more of the wonders of Seville at your own pace, such as the Santa Cruz neighborhood
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DAY 9: BARCELONA \\
Guided sightseeing tour viewing Montjuïc Hill and Gaudí’s famous houses, with commentary given via personal headsets
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Sagrada Familia
DAY 6: SEVILLE
DAY 4: GRANADA \\
DAY 8: BARCELONA
Guided sightseeing tour of the Alhambra and Generalife Gardens with commentary given via personal headsets
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8 delicious, multi-course dinners at local favorites Meal times tailored to maximize your experience in the city
Smart Trip Design \\
DAY 10: DEPART FOR HOME \\
EXTENSION: Extra night in Madrid, including the services of your ACIS Tour Manager, at the beginning of your tour
High-speed AVE trains leave more time to explore in Seville and Barcelona Top guides and personal headsets enhance all sightseeing tours
Barcelona (2)
Seville (2)
SPANISH COOKING LESSON IN TOLEDO Learn from experts to create some of Spain’s most loved and traditional dishes, enjoying spectacular city views as you dine on the results.
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9 hours saved without a daily commute from a suburban budget hotel 8 evenings for more exploring in town
Granada (2)
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Homestay in Salamanca - 10 DAYS Make lifelong friends and strengthen your language skills with our welcoming homestay program in Spain’s oldest university town.
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DAY 2: MADRID \\
Meet your ACIS Tour Manager and begin to explore Madrid
DAY 6: SALAMANCA Morning language study
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Say farewell to your host family
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Travel to Avila
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Guided sightseeing tour of Avila including entrance to the city walls and Shrine of Santa Teresa
Guided visit to the palace monastery of El Escorial
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Guided sightseeing tour viewing the historic center’s most important landmarks Prado tour with commentary given via personal headsets Madrid tapas evening
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Guided sightseeing tour viewing the cathedral and Plaza Mayor
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Salamanca University
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Meet your host family
DAY 5: SALAMANCA \\
Morning language study at the University of Salamanca’s International School or Colegio de España, depending on the age of the students
Return to Salamanca
DAY 7: SALAMANCA \\
Morning language study
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Explore more of Salamanca’s ornate architecture and lively student centers
DAY 4: SALAMANCA \\
DAY 9: MADRID
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DAY 10: DEPART FOR HOME Please note: Groups with students under the age of 18 years will attend the Colegio de España instead of the International School (Cursos Internacionales) at the University of Salamanca, as they only accept students who are 18 years and older.
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Morning language study
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Journey to Segovia
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Guided sightseeing tour viewing the Roman aqueduct
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Segovia Alcázar
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Return to Salamanca
8 delicious, multi-course dinners at local favorites Meal times tailored to maximize your experience in the city
Smart Trip Design
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Save at least an hour with a timed entrance to the Prado Native Spanish-speaking tour managers are always available upon request
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3 hours saved without a daily commute from a suburban budget hotel 3 evenings for more exploring in town
Avila
Madrid (2,1)
cultural connections: MADRID TAPAS EVENING Savor the culture of Spanish cuisine as you dine like a local on tapas specialties such as traditional cheeses, jamón or tortilla española.
SPANISH LANGUAGE STUDY IN SALAMANCA Improve your Spanish as you practice with your host family and attend classes in one of Spain’s leading educational centers.
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Las Calles de España - 9 DAYS Travel like a local between the enchanting cities of Madrid, Córdoba and Seville, available as a private tour with as few as 13 participants.
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DAY 1: OVERNIGHT FLIGHT DAY 2: MADRID \\
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Meet your ACIS Tour Manager and begin to explore Madrid with your carnet of Metro tickets Paella dinner
DAY 5: CÓRDOBA High-speed AVE train to Córdoba
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Guided walking tour of hidden Córdoba
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DAY 3: MADRID \\
Prado Museum with audio guides
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Madrid tapas evening
DAY 4: MADRID \\
Explore more of Madrid’s plazas and parks at your own pace
DAY 8: SEVILLE
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Moorish cuisine dinner
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Evening stroll across the Roman bridge for views of the illuminated Mezquita
Optional: Spanish fan painting workshop
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Evening paseo along the river to see the Torre de Oro and colorful Trania barrio
DAY 6: SEVILLE \\
Mezquita with audio guides
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Train to Seville
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DAY 9: DEPART FOR HOME
Seville by bike tour
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Seville Cathedral
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Optional: Excursion to Toledo including the Gothic Cathedral and Church of Santo Tomé
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Discover Seville with ease using your included three-day public transport travel card
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Sunset visit to the Egyptian Templo de Debod
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Optional: Evening flamenco lesson and show
7 delicious, multi-course dinners at local favorites Meal times tailored to maximize your experience in the city
Smart Trip Design \\
DAY 7: SEVILLE \\
7 hours saved without a daily commute from a suburban budget hotel 7 evenings for more exploring in town
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Pre-paid public transport saves you money and time Food becomes part of the experience with regional cuisine served at all meals
Madrid (3)
cultural connections: Córdoba (1) MADRID TAPAS EVENING Savor the culture of Spanish cuisine as you dine like a local on tapas specialties such as traditional cheeses, jamón or tortilla española
SEVILLE BY BIKE Discover Seville on a guided bicycle tour showcasing the city’s highlights, from María Luisa Park to the historic center to the riverside.
MOORISH CUISINE DINNER Explore the Moorish influence on Córdoba’s culinary heritage as you dine on shared plates and learn the characteristics of the cuisine.
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Seville (3)
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MAKE SPAIN AND PORTUGAL YOUR OWN More than 75% of our group leaders customize their tours a little or a lot. Here are just a few ideas of ways you can modify or build your perfect tour. FOR MORE WAYS TO PERSONALIZE YOUR TOUR, VISIT WWW.ACIS.COM/MENU
FRANCE
Discover what so stirred Hemingway in a visit to Pamplona.
Kick around soccer’s cultural and business importance with a tour and Q&A session at Atletico Madrid.
Connect with local students on a school visit in Valencia or throughout Spain.
PORTUGAL
SPAIN
Visit the starting line for Henry the Navigator, Vasco de Gama and Magellan in Lisbon.
See for yourself why Roman, Moorish, Jewish and French cultures all sought to settle in Girona.
Dance the Flamenco’s soulstirring rhythms in the caves of Granada.
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Paris Lumière - 8 DAYS See the City of Light in all its glory, from the soaring stained glass of SainteChapelle to the Louvre’s incomparable masterpieces, all at a great value.
Exceptional Differences Central Hotels \\
DAY 1: OVERNIGHT FLIGHT DAY 2: PARIS \\
Meet your ACIS Tour Manager and begin exploring Paris with your carnet of Métro tickets
DAY 3: PARIS \\
Guided sightseeing tour viewing the Eiffel Tower, Arc de Triomphe, Les Invalides and Notre Dame
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Visit Sainte-Chapelle to marvel at its colorful stained glass
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Discover more of Paris’ famed museums and neighborhoods at your own pace
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Visit the artistic neighborhood of Montmartre and enjoy a French dinner on the Place du Tertre
DAY 4: PARIS
DAY 6: PARIS
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Pétanque lesson in the Jardin du Luxembourg
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Sweet Paris culinary walking tour and macaron tasting in Saint-Germain
Take the RER train to visit Louis XIV’s palace and gardens at Versailles
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Versailles by bike tour through the estate’s expansive park
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Fragonard Perfume Museum
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French crêpe dinner
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Louvre visit during the quieter evening hours
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See the Champs-Élysées illuminated during an evening stroll
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Optional: French theater performance with surtitles
DAY 5: PARIS \\
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Visit with local students at a Paris area school, including lunch at the canteen and a joint afternoon sporting or social activity Dine like locals with restaurant vouchers this evening
DAY 7: PARIS \\
Enjoy more time to explore Paris as you please
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Eiffel Tower top floor
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Scenic evening boat ride along the Seine
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12 hours saved without a daily commute from a suburban budget hotel 6 evenings for more exploring in town
Local Restaurants \\ \\
6 delicious, multi-course dinners at local favorites Meal times tailored to maximize your experience in the city
Smart Trip Design \\
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Enjoy the convenience and savings of an included carnet of Paris Métro tickets Meal vouchers let you choose your menu from many Paris restaurants
DAY 8: DEPART FOR HOME
cultural connections: VERSAILLES BY BIKE Pedal along the Grand Canal and around Versailles’ expansive grounds by bike.
VISIT WITH LOCAL STUDENTS IN PARIS Compare typical French and American school days with students at a Paris school. (Availability limited to dates French schools are in session. Contact us for more info.)
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FRENCH THEATER PERFORMANCE WITH SURTITLES English surtitles allow you to fully experience the cultural wonder of a classic French play in a small local theater alongside the locals.
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Clair de Lune - 8 DAYS Explore legacies of both war and peace at a great price on this tour of sites in Paris and Normandy.
Exceptional Differences Central Hotels \\
DAY 1: OVERNIGHT FLIGHT DAY 2: PARIS \\
Meet your ACIS Tour Manager and begin to explore Paris
DAY 5: NORMANDY \\
Reflect on Normandy’s important WWII history at Arromanches
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Arromanches 360 Degree Theater American Cemetery at Colleville-sur-Mer and Omaha Beach
DAY 3: PARIS \\
Guided sightseeing tour viewing the Eiffel Tower, Arc de Triomphe, Les Invalides and Notre Dame
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See the cliffs and battlescarred landscape of the Pointe du Hoc
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La Cambe German War Cemetery
DAY 4: NORMANDY \\
Drive to Rouen to explore the city’s history and the story of Joan of Arc
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Journey to Caen
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Guided tour of the Caen Peace Museum
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Continue on to your hotel
DAY 6: PARIS \\
Travel to lovely Giverny
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Monet’s house and gardens
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Arrive in Paris
DAY 7: PARIS \\
Pétanque lesson in the Jardin du Luxembourg
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Visit Sainte-Chapelle to marvel at its colorful stained glass
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Explore more of Paris’ neighborhoods at your own pace
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See the Champs-Élysées illuminated during an evening stroll
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8 hours saved without a daily commute from a suburban budget hotel 6 evenings for more exploring in town
Local Restaurants \\ \\
6 delicious, multi-course dinners at local favorites Meal times tailored to maximize your experience in the city
Smart Trip Design
DAY 8: DEPART FOR HOME
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Two-night extension to London including sightseeing and the Eurostar to Paris, at the beginning of your tour
Never wait hours at the airport to share a transfer with other later groups Save at least an hour with a timed entrance to Sainte-Chapelle
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Toujours en France - 9 DAYS This classic tour introduces you to four beautiful regions of France and all of their charm and history.
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Chartres Cathedral
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Continue on to the Loire Valley
Arromanches 360 Degree Theater
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American Cemetery at Colleville-sur-Mer and Omaha Beach
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Continue on to Paris
DAY 6: LOIRE VALLEY \\
Visit the town of Amboise, where Leonardo da Vinci is buried
Sketch Paris walking tour on Île Saint-Louis
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Château de Chenonceau
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Louvre
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Château de Chambord
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See the Champs-Élysées illuminated during an evening stroll
DAY 4: PARIS \\
French cooking lesson
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Discover more of Paris’ famed museums and neighborhoods at your own pace
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Optional: Excursion to Giverny including Monet’s house and gardens
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Eiffel Tower top floor
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Scenic evening boat ride along the Seine
DAY 7: ST. MALO \\
Visit the lovely island monastery of Mont St. Michel
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Arrive in St. Malo
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Evening walking tour around the quaint streets of the walled city
6 delicious, multi-course dinners at local favorites Meal times tailored to maximize your experience in the city
Smart Trip Design
EXTENSION: Extra night in Paris including the services of your ACIS Tour Manager
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Experience the true St. Malo with a hotel located within the old city walls Local ACIS staff in Paris gives you peace of mind should any issues arise mid-trip
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Paris, Provence and the Côte d’Azur - 9 DAYS
Exceptional Differences Central Hotels
A long-time favorite. Discover fast-paced Paris, charming Provence and the beautiful Riviera. DAY 1: OVERNIGHT FLIGHT DAY 2: PARIS \\
Meet your ACIS Tour Manager and begin to explore Paris
DAY 5: PROVENCE \\
High-speed TGV train to Avignon
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Explore Avignon to view the imposing Papal Palace and Pont Saint-Bénézet
DAY 3: PARIS \\
Guided sightseeing tour viewing the Arc de Triomphe, Les Invalides and Notre Dame
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Louvre
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French cooking lesson
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Evening stroll around the artistic and bohemian Montmartre neighborhood
DAY 4: PARIS \\
Full-day excursion to Versailles
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Visit Marie Antoinette’s Hameau and Petit Trianon
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Versailles by bike tour through the estate’s expansive park
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Pont du Gard including a guided visit to the third level
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Discover historic Nîmes and tour its Roman Arena with audio guides
DAY 6: NICE
DAY 7: NICE Walking tour of Vieux Nice, including the Promenade des Anglais
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Visit the hilltop village of SaintPaul-de-Vence
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Boules lyonnaises lesson
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Visit Monaco, including the Royal Palace’s Changing of the Guard
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Visit the medieval town of Aigues-Mortes
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Jardin Exotique and Fragonard Perfume Factory
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Walk the town’s famed ramparts
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Scenic drive back to Nice
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Tour of the Aigues-Mortes salt marsh in the heart of the Camargue Travel to Nice
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7 delicious, multi-course dinners at local favorites Meal times tailored to maximize your experience in the city
Smart Trip Design \\
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An all-access Versailles pass gives you the full royal experience Special access at the Pont du Gard takes your visit to another level
EXTENSION: Extra night in Nice including the services of your ACIS Tour Manager
Tour Louis XIV’s palace and formal gardens
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La Fête Française - 9
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This value-priced trip to Paris and the South of France will have you strolling both Les Grands Boulevards and beachside boardwalks.
Exceptional Differences Central Hotels \\
DAY 1: OVERNIGHT FLIGHT DAY 2: PARIS \\
Meet your ACIS Tour Manager and begin to explore Paris
DAY 5: PROVENCE \\
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High-speed TGV train to Avignon
DAY 3: PARIS \\
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Guided sightseeing tour viewing the Eiffel Tower, Les Invalides and Notre Dame Enjoy time to explore more along the banks of the Seine at your leisure
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See the Champs-Élysées illuminated during an evening stroll
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Top of Arc de Triomphe
Discover more of Paris’ famed museums and neighborhoods at your own pace
DAY 6: PROVENCE \\
Pont du Gard including a guided visit to the third level
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Discover historic Nîmes and tour its Roman Arena with audio guides
DAY 7: NICE \\
Travel to Nice
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Walking tour of Vieux Nice
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Boules lyonnaises lesson
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Evening stroll along the Promenade des Anglais
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DAY 8: NICE \\
Visit Monaco, including the Royal Palace’s Changing of the Guard
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Jardin Exotique and Fragonard Perfume Factory
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Scenic drive back to Nice
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Louvre
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Sketch Paris walking tour in Montmartre
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French dinner on the Place du Tertre
7 delicious, multi-course dinners at local favorites Meal times tailored to maximize your experience in the city
Smart Trip Design \\
DAY 9: DEPART FOR HOME
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8 hours saved without a daily commute from a suburban budget hotel 7 evenings for more exploring in town
Montmartre comes alive with an artist-led sketching tour and dinner on the main square Save at least an hour with a timed entrance to the Arc de Triomphe
Paris (3)
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FRENCH COOKING LESSON Taste the fruits of your labor after you learn how to prepare dishes traditional to French cuisine.
BOULES LYONNAISES LESSON IN NICE Join a local expert for a lesson in boules lyonnaises, a classic French pastime.
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cultural connections:
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Paris, Lyon and the Riviera 9 DAYS
Exceptional Differences Central Hotels
Taste your way through the heart of France on this very affordable tour that features a walking tour of Dijon and special bouchon dinner. \\
Walking tour of Vieux Nice, including the Promenade des Anglais
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Enjoy gorgeous city views from Fourvière via a round-trip funicular ride
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Boules lyonnaises lesson
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Scenic evening boat ride along the Seine
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Optional: Dinner aboard Seine boat cruise
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Traditional Bouchon Lyonnais dinner
Travel to Dijon for a walking tour of this beautiful city
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Scenic drive to Lyon
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Evening walking tour of La Presqu’île, the heart of Lyon
Smart Trip Design \\
DAY 6: PROVENCE \\
Travel south to Provence
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Explore Avignon to view the Papal Palace and Pont SaintBénézet
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Pont du Gard including a guided visit to the third level
DAY 4: LYON \\
DAY 9: DEPART FOR HOME
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Never wait hours at the airport to share a transfer with other later groups Special access at the Pont du Gard takes your visit to another level
DAY 7: NICE \\
Visit picturesque Aix-enProvence
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Explore Place Massena in the evening
Paris (2)
Lyon (2)
Provence (1) Avignon Aix-en-Provence
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DAY 5: LYON
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Watch a medieval engineering feat come to life as today’s historians build a castle using only 13th century techniques.
DAY 3: PARIS \\
Guided sightseeing tour viewing the Arc de Triomphe, Les Invalides and Notre Dame
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See the Champs-Élysées illuminated during an evening stroll
DAY 4: BOURGES \\
Journey south into Burgundy
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Experience the Guédelon Castle project and learn about the process of building a castle using only authentic medieval techniques
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Medieval stone carving workshop
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Continue to Bourges
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Evening walking tour of the Medieval Quarter
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Visit Sarlat-la-Canéda’s morning markets
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Visit Bourges Cathedral
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Tour the Palace of Jacques Cœur
Journey to Oradour-sur-Glane, a memorial and museum at the site of a Nazi massacre
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Drive to the picturesque Dordogne Valley and arrive in Sarlat-la-Canéda
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Travel to Rocamadour and explore this historic pilgrimage town
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Visit Lascaux 4, a major cultural experience associated with the world-famous prehistoric cave art
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Return to Sarlat-la-Canéda
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Discover more of the highlights of this well-preserved medieval town
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Scenic drive through the Loire Valley
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Bourges (1)
Rocamadour Sarlat-la-Canéda (2)
MEDIEVAL STONE CARVING WORKSHOP Step into the shoes of a medieval master-builder as you learn traditional techniques for sculpting a piece of soft limestone to take home.
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Hot buffet breakfasts get you off to a delicious and hearty start Modern buses and knowledgeable drivers make transit a breeze
Chartres Loire Valley Tours (1)
cultural connections: GUÉDELON CASTLE PROJECT Step back into medieval times as you learn about the master-builders’ work to raise a castle using only traditional techniques.
7 delicious, multi-course dinners at local favorites Meal times tailored to maximize your experience in the city
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Insider’s France - 10 DAYS French history abounds on our most inclusive tour of modern Paris, vieux châteaux, the island monastery of Mont St. Michel and the battlefields of Normandy.
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Visit the town of Amboise where Leonardo da Vinci is buried
Eiffel Tower top floor
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Evening walking tour around the quaint streets of the walled city
Pétanque lesson in the Jardin du Luxembourg
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Discover more of Paris’ famed museums and neighborhoods at your own pace
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Sketch Paris walking tour in Montmartre
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French dinner on the Place du Tertre
Optional: French theater performance with surtitles
DAY 4: LOIRE VALLEY
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Visit the lovely island monastery of Mont St. Michel
DAY 7: ROUEN
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Visit Louis XIV’s palace and gardens at Versailles
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Learn about Operation Overlord at Arromanches
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Versailles by bike tour through the estate’s expansive park
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Arromanches 360 Degree Theater
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Journey on to the Loire Valley
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American Cemetery at Colleville-sur-Mer and Omaha Beach
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Meal vouchers let you choose your menu from many Paris restaurants Experience the true St. Malo with a hotel located within the old city walls
DAY 10: DEPART FOR HOME
cultural connections: VERSAILLES BY BIKE
7 delicious, multi-course dinners at local favorites Meal times tailored to maximize your experience in the city
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D-Day Beaches Rouen (1) Mont St. Michel • • OPTIONAL
St. Malo (1)
FRENCH THEATER PERFORMANCE WITH SURTITLES
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Guinguette Dine and Dance with lunch
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Guided sightseeing tour viewing the Arc de Triomphe, Les Invalides and Notre Dame
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Walking tour highlighting charming Rouen’s history and the story of Joan of Arc
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Le Grand Voyage - 10 DAYS An action-packed 10-day tour introducing you to the best of France’s cuisine, culture and history.
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Arrive in Paris, meet your ACIS Tour Manager and drive to picturesque Trouville French fromagerie visit and cheese tasting
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Chartres Cathedral
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DAY 6: PARIS \\
Guided sightseeing tour viewing the Arc de Triomphe, Les Invalides and Notre Dame
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Eiffel Tower top floor
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Caen Peace Museum American Cemetery at Colleville-sur-Mer and Omaha Beach
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See the cliffs and battlescarred landscape of the Pointe du Hoc
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French crêpe dinner
DAY 4: LOIRE VALLEY \\
Visit the town of Amboise where Leonardo da Vinci is buried
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Château de Chenonceau
DAY 9: CÔTE D’AZUR
DAY 5: PARIS
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Visit Monaco, including the Royal Palace’s Changing of the Guard
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Jardin Exotique and Fragonard Perfume Factory
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Scenic drive back to Nice
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High-speed TGV train to Avignon
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Pont du Gard including a guided visit to the third level
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Explore Avignon to view the Papal Palace and Pont SaintBénézet
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Special access at the Pont du Gard takes your visit to another level Local ACIS staff in Paris gives you peace of mind should any issues arise mid-trip
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Visit stunning Aix-en-Provence
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Be Cézanne painting lesson
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Walking tour of Vieux Nice, including the Promenade des Anglais
Trouville (2)
FRENCH FROMAGERIE VISIT AND CHEESE TASTING Visit an authentic fromagerie to experience life in the French countryside, learn about cheese making and sample some of the famous local fromage.
Paris (2)
Loire Valley (1) Chartres Versailles
cultural connections:
Provence (1) BE CÉZANNE PAINTING LESSON Cross the bridge between 19th century Impressionism and 20th century Cubism by re-creating a Cézanne masterpiece.
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8 delicious, multi-course dinners at local favorites Meal times tailored to maximize your experience in the city
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DAY 7: PROVENCE \\
8 hours saved without a daily commute from a suburban budget hotel 8 evenings for more exploring in town
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Homestay in Paris - 10 DAYS
Paris Your Way - 8 DAYS
Make lifelong friends and strengthen your language skills with our welcoming homestay program.
Explore Paris as you like with ACIS’ concierge services backing you up every step of the way.
DAY 1: OVERNIGHT FLIGHT DAY 2: PARIS HOMESTAY \\
Arrive in Paris and travel to the nearby suburb of Brétigny-surOrge
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Morning French language class at a local school
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DAY 1: OVERNIGHT FLIGHT DAY 2: PARIS \\
Arrive in Paris and enjoy ACIS’ Concierge Service during your stay
Guided city sightseeing tour
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Explore the City of Light’s neighborhoods, art, museums, architecture, shops and monuments in your own way with ultimate flexibility; contact your ACIS International Program Consultant for suggestions
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Meet your host family
Louis XIV’s palace at Versailles
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Airport transfers included
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All meals are included during the homestay
Louvre
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Welcome Pack and tour manager arrival briefing
Scenic boat ride along the Seine
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Receive a Paris Métro carnet
French cinema visit
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Receive a voucher for a scenic evening boat ride along the Seine
DAY 8: DEPART FOR HOME
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Receive a Paris dinner voucher
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Eiffel Tower top floor
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Get to know your host family and perhaps visit some of their favorite neighborhood gems
DAY 9: PARIS HOMESTAY \\
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Delve deeper into French history and culture as you explore more of Paris and the surrounding environments at your own pace
Enhance your tour experience with the services of an ACIS Tour Manager Extra night in Paris
Optional: Excursion to the Loire Valley, including visits to the châteaux of Chambord and Chenonceau and time to explore the town of Amboise
DAY 10: DEPART FOR HOME Note: This trip must depart on a Friday for arrival on Saturday.
Paris (6)
Connect with the culture of Paris and interact with the locals in your own way. By the end of your trip the streets, cafés, neighborhoods and parks of this grand city will feel like home!
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La Francophonie - 9 DAYS Lovers of the French language will delight in this journey through France and Switzerland, available as a private tour with as few as 13 participants.
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Meet your ACIS Tour Manager and begin exploring Paris with your carnet of Métro tickets
DAY 3: PARIS
DAY 6: LAUSANNE \\
Scenic train around Lake Geneva to Montreux
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Château de Chillon
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Walking tour of Montreux
DAY 7: LYON
Walking tour of Le Marais, the Renaissance heart of Paris
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Scenic evening boat ride along the Seine
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Sketch Paris walking tour in Montmartre
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Optional: Excursion to Monet’s house and gardens at Giverny by train and bicycle
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High-speed TGV Lyria train to Lyon Walking tour viewing the traboules and Gothic Cathedral of Vieux Lyon Traditional Bouchon Lyonnais dinner
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Enjoy gorgeous city views from Fourvière via a round-trip funicular ride
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Amphitheatre of the Three Gauls
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Basilica of Notre Dame de Fourvière
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Optional: La Cuisine Lyonnaise cooking lesson
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Evening walking tour of La Presqu’île, the heart of Lyon
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9 hours saved without a daily commute from a suburban budget hotel 7 evenings for more exploring in town
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7 delicious, multi-course dinners at local favorites Meal times tailored to maximize your experience in the city
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High-speed TGV Lyria train to Lausanne
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Olympic Museum
Paris (3)
Lyon (2)
Lausanne (2)
cultural connections: SKETCH PARIS NEIGHBORHOOD TOUR Discover a corner of Paris like the artists it inspires, sketching its sights and buildings with expert instruction as you learn their history.
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LA CUISINE LYONNAISE COOKING LESSON Taste the fruits of your labor after you learn how to prepare dishes traditional to Lyonnaise cuisine.
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Cultures of Canada - 6 DAYS Delve into Québec’s distinct French, English and Native Canadian cultures on this highly inclusive tour.
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Meet your ACIS Tour Manager and begin to explore Montreal Ascend to the top of Mont Royal to enjoy views from the Belvédère Kondiaronk
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Funicular ride to the upper town
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Evening stroll along the Dufferin Terrace and around the Château Frontenac
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Scenic drive along the Beaupré Coast
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Visit the Albert Gilles Copper Museum and Christorama Museum
Guided sightseeing of Greater Québec viewing the magnificent Plains of Abraham, la Citadelle de Québec, the Martello Towers, Parliament Hill, Place d’Armes and the Latin Quarter
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Basilique Sainte-Anne de Beaupré
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Arrive at the spectacular Montmorency Falls
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Lunch and English tea at the historic Manoir Montmorency atop the falls
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Continue to Wendake to visit the Huron-Wendat Traditional Village, an authentic replica of an Iroquoian village
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Travel north to a Cabane à Sucre (Sugar Shack)
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Guided tour led by a bilingual Iroquois descendent
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Authentic Iroquois dinner with live entertainment and reenactment of ceremonial chants and dances
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Guided sightseeing tour of Greater Montreal viewing the Golden Square Mile, Le Quartier des Spectacles and Old Montreal
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La Basilique Notre-Dame
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Discover more of the city’s markets, parks and museums at your own pace
DAY 3: QUÉBEC CITY
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Québec City historical Culture Quest
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Visit the Maple Museum and Canadian Trappers Museum
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French bistro dinner with live French music
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Illuminated evening ferry ride across the St. Lawrence River
Authentic Québécois feast and musical entertainment at the Cabane à Sucre including fresh maple taffy pulled on snow
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5 delicious, multi-course dinners at local favorites Meal times tailored to maximize your experience in the city
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Full American breakfasts get you off to a delicious and hearty start Local staff in Québec gives you peace of mind should any issues arise mid-trip
DAY 6: DEPART FOR HOME
Sainte-Anne de Beaupré
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QUÉBEC CITY CULTURE QUEST Unlock the secrets of Québec City’s cobblestone streets and historic sites: Talk with locals, uncover clues and compete for prizes!
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Convenient hotel locations provide easy access into and out of the city
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MAKE FRANCE YOUR OWN More than 75% of our group leaders customize their tours a little or a lot. Here are just a few ideas of ways you can modify or build your perfect tour. FOR MORE WAYS TO PERSONALIZE YOUR TOUR, VISIT WWW.ACIS.COM/MENU
Connect with local students on a school visit in Paris.
Go castle and cathedral hopping through the northwestern towns of Nantes and Angers.
Bike between châteaux on a route following the Loire.
FRANCE
Explore Lascaux 4, a new and complete replica of the amazing Paleolithic cave paintings.
Sample the greatness of French cuisine at the indoor market of Les Halles de Lyon Paul Bocuse.
Brush up on European civilizations at Marseilles’ cutting edge MuCEM museum.
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MOST POPULAR Showtime – Page 81 A classic tour for theater-lovers and soon-to-be theater-lovers alike. Enjoy three shows, a workshop and a backstage tour, plus the rest of London’s famous sites. EXPLORER VALUE TRIP
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The Londoner - 8 DAYS Experience many different facets of the city on the Thames during this in-depth visit to London, all at a great value.
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Meet your ACIS Tour Manager and begin to explore London
DAY 4: LONDON
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Changing of the Guard at Buckingham Palace
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Discover more of London’s history and museums at your own pace
Learn to play cricket during a visit to the historic Lord’s Cricket Ground
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Optional: Full-day excursion to Oxford and the Harry Potter Studio Tour
Discover more of London’s markets and parks at your leisure this afternoon
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Guided sightseeing tour viewing Trafalgar Square and the Houses of Parliament
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St. Paul’s Cathedral including the Crypt and the Dome’s famed Whispering Gallery
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See the bright lights of Theatreland on a walking tour of the West End
Evening stroll along the Thames for a close-up look at Big Ben
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Tower of London visit including the Beefeater-guided Opening Ceremony
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Guided tour of the Globe Theatre
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Fish and chips lunch at the Tate Modern
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Evening Jack the Ripper walking tour
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Evening theater performance
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Climb to the top of the dome in St Paul’s as part of your included entrance Enjoy the convenience and savings of a prepaid 2-day London Oyster card
DAY 8: DEPART FOR HOME
London (6) LEARN CRICKET AT LORD’S Visit the historic home of cricket to learn about the game’s rules, and laws of English etiquette, before trying your hand.
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5 delicious, multi-course dinners at local favorites Meal times tailored to maximize your experience in the city
Smart Trip Design
cultural connections: TOWER OF LONDON OPENING CEREMONY Be first through the gate to see Beefeaters carry out the Tower’s traditional opening ceremony, then explore this historic site before the crowds arrive.
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BRITISH ISLES Sample the best of what the United Kingdom has to offer at a great value on this tour of London and points north.
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Guided sightseeing tour viewing Trafalgar Square, the Houses of Parliament and Whitehall Guided tour of the British Museum’s treasures See the bright lights of Theatreland on a walking tour of the West End
DAY 4: CHESTER
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Shakespeare’s Birthplace
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Shakespeare’s burial site at Holy Trinity Church
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Evening walking tour of Chester viewing the Roman amphitheatre and medieval Rows
Drive to York for sightseeing including entrance to York Minster
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Guided sightseeing tour viewing Princes Street and Charlotte Square
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Evening guided ghost tour
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Edinburgh Castle
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Discover more of the medieval old town and Georgian new town at your own pace
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Traditional haggis dinner
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Visit Durham with a walking tour including entrance to Durham Cathedral
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Travel to Hadrian’s Wall
DAY 8: DEPART FOR HOME
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6 delicious, multi-course dinners at local favorites Meal times tailored to maximize your experience in the city
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Extra night in London, including the services of your ACIS Tour Manager, at the beginning of your tour
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Two-night extension including one night in the Scottish Highlands and one night in Glasgow
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Save at least an hour with a timed entrance to the British Museum Full English and Scottish breakfasts get you off to a delicious and hearty start
Edinburgh (2) Hadrian’s Wall
York (1)
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cultural connections: TRADITIONAL HAGGIS DINNER Enjoy a meal of traditional cuisine as you taste and learn the poetic history of Scotland’s rustic national dish.
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BRITISH ISLES
Showtime - 9 DAYS A classic tour for theater-lovers and soon-to-be theater-lovers alike. Enjoy three shows, a workshop and a backstage tour, plus the rest of London’s famous sites.
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Meet your ACIS Tour Manager and begin to explore London
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Explore Oxford including a tour of Christchurch College’s Harry Potter settings
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Sightseeing tour of Bath viewing the Royal Crescent, the Circus and Pulteney Bridge
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Visit Shakespeare’s Birthplace and burial site at Holy Trinity Church in Stratford-upon-Avon
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Roman Baths and Pump Rooms
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Visit Stonehenge
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Explore historic Salisbury
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Guided sightseeing tour viewing Trafalgar Square, the Houses of Parliament and the Changing of the Guard at Buckingham Palace
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St. Paul’s Cathedral
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Evening theater performance in London’s West End
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Tower of London visit including the Beefeater-guided Opening Ceremony
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Shakespeare workshop at the Globe Theatre
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Timed reservation for a London Eye flight
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Dine like locals with restaurant vouchers this evening
Royal Shakespeare Company theater performance
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Excursion to Windsor Castle, the world’s oldest and largest occupied castle Monarchy by bike tour around Hyde Park and St. James’s Park
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Evening stroll around vibrant Piccadilly Circus
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Discover more of London at your leisure this morning
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Guided backstage tour of the National Theatre
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Evening theater performance
13 hours saved without a daily commute from a suburban budget hotel 6 evenings for more exploring in town
7 delicious, multi-course dinners at local favorites Meal times tailored to maximize your experience in the city
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DAY 9: DEPART FOR HOME
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No restricted view or balcony seats for all theater performances Enjoy the convenience and savings of a prepaid 3-day London Oyster card
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LONDON’S MONUMENTS TO MONARCHY BY BIKE NATIONAL THEATRE BACKSTAGE TOUR Visit www.acis.com/sho for full descriptions of these immersive cultural activities.
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This specially-themed theater tour, perfect for students of literature and the performance arts, will help to provide a greater understanding of the social and political context of some of the greatest works ever written.
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Literary Roads - 9 DAYS From the streets of London to the Emerald Isle, follow in the footsteps of some of England and Ireland’s most celebrated writers.
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Meet your ACIS Tour Manager and begin to explore London
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Guided sightseeing tour viewing Trafalgar Square, the Houses of Parliament and Buckingham Palace
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Westminster Abbey including Poets’ Corner
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Guided walking tour of Charles Dickens’ London
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Fish and chips dinner
Tower of London visit including the Beefeater-guided Opening Ceremony
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Guided tour of the British Library
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Visit Platform 9 3/4 at King’s Cross Station
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See the bright lights of Theatreland on a walking tour of the West End
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Conwy Castle visit
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Ferry from Holyhead to Dublin
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Trinity College Library and the Book of Kells
Harry Potter studio tour
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St. Patrick’s Cathedral
Explore Oxford including a tour of Christchurch College
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Explore more of Dublin at your own pace, perhaps visiting the Writers Museum
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Evening play at one of Dublin’s well-known theaters
Shakespeare’s Birthplace
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Shakespeare’s burial site at Holy Trinity Church
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Royal Shakespeare Company workshop and performance
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Guided sightseeing tour viewing O’Connell Street, Ha’penny Bridge and the favorite haunts of Joyce, Yeats, Wilde and other notable Dublin writers
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10 hours saved without a daily commute from a suburban budget hotel 7 evenings for more exploring in town
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7 delicious, multi-course dinners at local favorites Meal times tailored to maximize your experience in the city
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Enjoy the convenience and savings of a prepaid 2-day London Oyster card Get so much more from seeing a play at the famed RSC after a workshop with an actor
DAY 9: DEPART FOR HOME
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TOWER OF LONDON OPENING CEREMONY Be first through the gate to see Beefeaters carry out the Tower’s traditional opening ceremony, then explore this historic site before the crowds arrive. ROYAL SHAKESPEARE COMPANY WORKSHOP Learn the ways of Shakespeare during a workshop with the renowned RSC before attending the performance.
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This specially-themed literature tour kindles a deeper understanding of many well-known works through site visits, educational content and activities that connect you with the written words, personal stories and places of inspiration for some of England and Ireland’s most famous authors.
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London (3)
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BRITISH ISLES
London and the Emerald Isle 9 DAYS
Exceptional Differences Central Hotels
Experience lively London’s highlights before flying to Ireland where you’re rewarded with bustling Dublin and stunning countryside vistas. DAY 1: OVERNIGHT FLIGHT DAY 2: LONDON \\
Meet your ACIS Tour Manager and begin to explore London Guided sightseeing tour viewing Trafalgar Square, the Houses of Parliament and Whitehall
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St. Paul’s Cathedral
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Explore more of London’s museums at your own pace
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Fish and chips dinner
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See the bright lights of Theatreland on a walking tour of the West End
DAY 6: DUBLIN
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Guided sightseeing tour viewing O’Connell Street and Ha’penny Bridge
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Discover more of London’s parks and markets at your leisure
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Trinity College Library and the Book of Kells
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St. Patrick’s Cathedral
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Local Restaurants
DAY 7: KILLARNEY
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Flight from London to Dublin
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Travel to the Rock of Cashel
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Irish dancing lesson
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Evening walking tour of the River Liffey and Temple Bar area
Continue to Blarney Castle and kiss the famous Blarney Stone
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Arrive in picturesque Killarney
7 delicious, multi-course dinners at local favorites Meal times tailored to maximize your experience in the city
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9 hours saved without a daily commute from a suburban budget hotel 7 evenings for more exploring in town
Discover beautiful Irish scenery on a full-day tour around the Ring of Kerry including an exciting sheepdog demonstration
Flying from London to Dublin maximizes your time in each city Climb to the top of the dome in St Paul’s as part of your included entrance
DAY 9: DEPART FOR HOME EXTENSION:
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Blarney Ring of Kerry
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BRITISH ISLES Sample England, Wales and Ireland with this perfect mix of modern cities and charming villages—all at a great value!
Exceptional Differences Central Hotels \\
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Meet your ACIS Tour Manager and begin to explore London
DAY 3: LONDON \\
Guided sightseeing tour viewing Trafalgar Square, the Houses of Parliament and Whitehall
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Guided tour of the British Museum’s treasures
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Fish and chips dinner
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Evening stroll around the vibrant Piccadilly Circus and Leicester Square
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Journey to Stonehenge
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Walking tour of Bath viewing the Royal Crescent, the Circus, and Pulteney Bridge
Guided sightseeing tour of Caernarfon Castle
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Ferry from Holyhead to Dublin
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Roman Baths and Pump Rooms
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Local Restaurants
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DAY 6: CAERNARFON
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Guided sightseeing tour viewing O’Connell Street and Ha’penny Bridge
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Travel to Stratford-upon-Avon
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Shakespeare’s Birthplace
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St. Patrick’s Cathedral
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Welsh language lesson
Optional: Gaelic Games experience
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Authentic dinner and cultural experience in the homes of local Welsh families
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Shop for Irish souvenirs along the banks of the River Liffey
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DAY 9: DEPART FOR HOME \\
DAY 4: LONDON \\
Discover more of London’s culture and museums at your own pace
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Guided backstage tour of the National Theatre
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Evening theater performance
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cultural connections: WELSH FAMILY DINNER AND HOME VISIT Receive a warm Welsh croeso (welcome) as you dine in small groups in the homes of local families.
7 delicious, multi-course dinners at local favorites Meal times tailored to maximize your experience in the city
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DAY 7: DUBLIN
DAY 5: BATH
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GAELIC GAMES EXPERIENCE Learn about and try traditional sports including Gaelic Football, Handball and Hurling from a coach at a local club.
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Insider’s Ireland - 9 DAYS Become immersed into Gaelic culture on our most inclusive Irish tour and see for yourself why Ireland is known as “the land of 100,000 welcomes.”
Exceptional Differences Central Hotels \\
DAY 1: OVERNIGHT FLIGHT DAY 2: DUBLIN \\
Arrive in Dublin and begin to explore your surroundings with your ACIS Tour Manager
DAY 3: DUBLIN \\
Guided sightseeing tour viewing O’Connell Street and Ha’Penny Bridge
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Trinity College Library and the Book of Kells
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St. Patrick’s Cathedral
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Irish dancing lesson
DAY 4: CORK \\
Visit the Rock of Cashel
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Continue to Blarney Castle and stop to kiss the Blarney Stone
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Arrive in Cork
DAY 5: KILLARNEY \\
Visit the Queenstown Story exhibition at Cobh Heritage Centre
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Stop to explore the quaint village of Kinsale
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Travel on to Killarney
DAY 6: KILLARNEY \\
Discover beautiful Irish scenery on a full-day tour around the Ring of Kerry including an exciting sheepdog demonstration
DAY 7: GALWAY \\
Journey to Bunratty
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Explore Bunratty Folk Park and Castle
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Drive through the Burren to see the exhilarating Cliffs of Moher
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Continue on to Galway
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Evening walking tour of medieval Galway
DAY 8: DUBLIN \\
Visit the countryside to be Irish for a Day—delve into traditional activities like a bog visit, baking brown bread and bodhran drum lessons
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Continue on to Dublin
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7 hours saved without a daily commute from a suburban budget hotel 7 evenings for more exploring in town
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DAY 9: DEPART FOR HOME
7 delicious, multi-course dinners at local favorites Meal times tailored to maximize your experience in the city
Smart Trip Design
EXTENSION:
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Carefully developed hands-on activities immerse you in the real Irish culture Full Irish breakfasts get you off to a delicious and hearty start
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IRISH FOR A DAY Join in customs and activities common to the rural Irish countryside: Rope making, drum lessons, a bog visit, baking brown bread and lunch.
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Central Hotels \\
Arrive in Dublin, meet your ACIS Tour Manager and begin to explore your surroundings
DAY 3: DUBLIN \\
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Guided sightseeing tour viewing O’Connell Street and Ha’penny Bridge St. Patrick’s Cathedral
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Irish dancing lesson
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Evening stroll around Trinity College’s lively campus neighborhood
DAY 4: LAKE DISTRICT \\
Ferry to Holyhead
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Scenic drive through North Wales to the Lake District
Visit the poetic village of Grasmere
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Wordsworth’s Dove Cottage
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DAY 8: LONDON \\
Excursion to Windsor Castle, the world’s oldest and largest occupied castle
Travel to Hadrian’s Wall
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Continue on to London
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Stop for a photo of the England-Scotland border stone at Carter Bar
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See the bright lights of Theatreland on a walking tour of the West End
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Continue on to Edinburgh
DAY 6: EDINBURGH \\
Edinburgh Castle
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Guided evening Old Town walking tour
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DAY 9: LONDON \\
Guided sightseeing tour viewing Princes Street and Charlotte Square
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Guided sightseeing tour viewing Trafalgar Square, the Houses of Parliament and the Changing of the Guard at Buckingham Palace
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St. Paul’s Cathedral
DAY 10: DEPART FOR HOME
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DAY 7: YORK Scenic drive through the rugged Northumberland countryside
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Arrive in York where sightseeing includes entrance to York Minster
Extra night in London including the services of your ACIS Tour Manager
Taking the fast ferry across the Irish Sea leaves more time in beautiful North Wales ACIS staff in London gives you peace of mind should any issues arise mid-trip
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IRISH DANCING LESSON Jump into traditional Irish dance: From jigs and reels to sets, half-sets and step dances.
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8 delicious, multi-course dinners at local favorites Meal times tailored to maximize your experience in the city
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9 hours saved without a daily commute from a suburban budget hotel 7 evenings for more exploring in town
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Explore Ireland, Wales, Scotland and England in ten days with a captivating mix of countrysides and capitals.
Exceptional Differences
Windsor OLD TOWN WALKING TOUR Uncover the storied secrets of life in Edinburgh’s Old Town streets through the centuries, with a guide.
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London Your Way - 8 DAYS Explore London as you like with ACIS’ concierge services backing you up every step of the way.
DAY 1: OVERNIGHT FLIGHT
DAY 3-7: LONDON \\
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Arrive in London
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Airport transfers included
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Welcome Pack and tour manager arrival briefing
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Receive a London transport oneweek travel card
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Receive a London dinner voucher
Explore London’s neighborhoods, art, museums, architecture, shops and monuments in your own way, with ultimate flexibility
London and Edinburgh Your Way - 8 DAYS Discover London and Edinburgh at your own pace with ACIS’ concierge services always available. DAY 1: OVERNIGHT FLIGHT DAY 2: LONDON \\
Arrive in London
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Airport transfers included
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Welcome Pack and tour manager arrival briefing
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Receive a London transport three-day travel card
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Receive a London dinner voucher
DAY 8: DEPART FOR HOME
Extra night in London
DAY 5-7: EDINBURGH
DAY 3-4: LONDON \\
Connect with the culture of London and interact with the locals in your own way. By the end of your trip the streets, cafés, and parks of this grand city will feel like home!
Explore London as you wish, with ultimate flexibility
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Explore Scotland’s capital in your own way, with ultimate flexibility
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Visit Edinburgh Castle, tickets will be provided
DAY 8: DEPART FOR HOME OPTIONAL & EXTENSION: Enhance your tour experience with the services of an ACIS Tour Manager services of an ACIS Tour Manager Extra night in Edinburgh
Connect with the culture of two great capitals and interact with the locals in your own way. By the end of your trip the streets, cafés, neighborhoods and parks of these grand cities will feel like home!
London (3)
London (6)
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London, York and Edinburgh 9 DAYS
Exceptional Differences Central Hotels
Travel like a local on this British journey, available as a private tour with as few as 13 participants. DAY 1: OVERNIGHT FLIGHT DAY 2: LONDON \\
Meet your ACIS Tour Manager and begin to explore London
DAY 5: YORK \\
Visit Platform 9 3 /4 at King’s Cross Station
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Discover more of London’s parks and markets at your own pace
DAY 3: LONDON \\
Walking tour of London’s vibrant South Bank, viewing the Globe Theatre and Tate Modern
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St. Paul’s Cathedral
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Guided walking tour of Charles Dickens’ London
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Traditional fish and chips dinner
DAY 4: LONDON \\
Tower of London visit including the Beefeater-guided Opening Ceremony
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The View from the Shard panoramic viewing platform
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Dine like locals with restaurant vouchers this evening
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Train from London to York
DAY 6: YORK \\
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Guided sightseeing tour including entrance to York Minster Explore more of York’s city walls and ancient Roman heritage Evening guided ghost tour
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Guided walking tour of Edinburgh’s old and new towns, viewing Princes Street and Charlotte Square
Local Restaurants \\
Discover more of Edinburgh’s sites linked to famous literary figures such as Robert Louis Stevenson and Sir Walter Scott at your leisure
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Train from York to Edinburgh
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Edinburgh Castle
7 delicious, multi-course dinners at local favorites Meal times tailored to maximize your experience in the city
Smart Trip Design
DAY 9: DEPART FOR HOME
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EXTENSION: Extra night in London, including the services of your ACIS Tour Manager, at the beginning of your tour
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DAY 7: EDINBURGH \\
10 hours saved without a daily commute from a suburban budget hotel 7 evenings for more exploring in town
Direct train links allow more time to explore all three cities Climb to the top of the dome in St Paul’s as part of your included entrance
Edinburgh (2) York (2)
London (3)
cultural connections: TOWER OF LONDON OPENING CEREMONY Be first through the gate to see Beefeaters carry out the Tower’s traditional opening ceremony, then explore this historic site before the crowds arrive.
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CUSTOM TRIP IDEAS
More than 75% of our group leaders customize their tours a little or a lot. Here are just a few ideas of ways you can modify or build your perfect tour.
BRITISH ISLES
MAKE THE BRITISH ISLES YOUR OWN
Compare and contrast Edinburgh with Glasgow on a Scottish-focused tour.
SCOTLAND
Visit Churchill’s childhood home, the magnificent Blenheim Palace.
Hop across the sea to visit the Titanic Museum in Belfast.
NORTHERN IRELAND
IRELAND
Tie the Beatles into Music and Modern History courses with a stop in their hometown of Liverpool.
ENGLAND
WALES Learn about this unique corner of the UK by dining in the home of a local family in Wales.
See where the world gets its news with a visit to the BBC.
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Buongiorno Italia – Page 95 You’ll feel like an Italian expert after enjoying this carefully-crafted, very affordable tour of Italy from top to bottom. STAFF PICK Cradle of Civilization – Page 100 Discover more than just the capitals on this fast-paced tour showcasing the rich histories of Italy and Greece. JULIE FRATARCANGELI, DIRECTOR – INTERNATIONAL PROGRAM DEVELOPMENT
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Venice, Florence and Rome 8 DAYS
Exceptional Differences Central Hotels
Explore Italy’s “big three,” at a great value, and discover why people have been falling in love with these cities for centuries. DAY 1: OVERNIGHT FLIGHT DAY 2: VENICE \\
Arrive in Venice, meet your ACIS Tour Manager and enjoy a fast and fun private boat transfer directly from the airport to the Lido, including views of the outer islands
DAY 4: FLORENCE
DAY 7: ROME
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Journey to the heart of Renaissance Italy, Florence
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Begin to explore all that Florence has to offer at your own pace
DAY 5: FLORENCE
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Guided sightseeing tour
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Timed reservation to the Vatican Museums, including the Sistine Chapel, with commentary given via personal headsets
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St. Peter’s Basilica
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Visit the Pantheon and Piazza della Rotonda
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Guided sightseeing tour with commentary given via personal headsets
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Florence Duomo
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Authentic pizza dinner
Guided Hidden Venice tour uncovering the secrets of its back streets and canals before winding back to end in majestic St. Mark’s Square
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Timed reservation to see Michelangelo’s David in the Accademia
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Evening walking tour around Piazza Navona
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Optional: Fresco making workshop
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Cross the Grand Canal like a local via gondola traghetto
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Dine like locals with restaurant vouchers this evening
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Cicchetti tasting
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Glassblowing demonstration
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Explore more of Venice’s highlights with unlimited access to the entire canal network and smaller islands using your vaporetto pass
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A 48-hour vaporetto pass is yours to use while in Venice
DAY 3: VENICE \\
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13 hours saved without a daily commute from a suburban budget hotel 6 evenings for more exploring in town
Local Restaurants \\ \\
6 delicious, multi-course dinners at local favorites Meal times tailored to maximize your experience in the city
Smart Trip Design \\
DAY 8: DEPART FOR HOME
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EXTENSION: Two-night extension to Sorrento including Pompeii, mozzarella making and an excursion to Capri
Fly in to Venice not Milan and zip over to your Lido hotel by private launch Save hours with timed entrances to see the David, Colosseum and Sistine Chapel
DAY 6: ROME
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Evening passeggiata romana to the Spanish Steps and Trevi Fountain
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cultural connections: CICCHETTI TASTING IN VENICE Dine like a local, sampling traditional Venetian-style tapas dishes such as crostini, fried mozzarella or artichoke hearts.
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MASTER THE FRESCO Consider Italy’s most famous frescoes and test your skills against Michelangelo’s after learning techniques from an expert.
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Venice, Tuscany and Rome 8 DAYS
Exceptional Differences Central Hotels
A budget-minded journey from the famed waterways of Venice to the ancient ruins of Rome, with the charming hill towns of Tuscany in between.
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Arrive in Venice, meet your ACIS Tour Manager and enjoy a fast and fun private boat transfer directly from the airport to the Lido, including views of the outer islands A 24-hour vaporetto pass is yours to use while in Venice
DAY 3: TUSCAN HILL TOWN \\
Guided Hidden Venice tour uncovering the secrets of its back streets and canals before winding back to end in majestic St. Mark’s Square
Glassblowing demonstration
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Explore more of Venice’s highlights with unlimited access to the entire canal network and smaller islands using your vaporetto pass
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Timed reservation to see Michelangelo’s David in the Accademia
DAY 5: TUSCAN HILL TOWN
Guided sightseeing tour
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Timed reservation to the Vatican Museums, including the Sistine Chapel, with commentary given via personal headsets
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St. Peter’s Basilica
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Evening walking tour around Piazza Navona and the Pantheon
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Drive through Tuscany to Siena
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Walking tour of Siena, with entrance to the Duomo
DAY 8: DEPART FOR HOME
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Traditional Tuscan farmhouse lunch
EXTENSION:
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Visit the medieval town of San Gimignano
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Local Restaurants \\ \\
Smart Trip Design \\
Extra night in Rome including the services of your ACIS Tour Manager
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Journey to the Eternal City, Rome
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Timed reservation for a guided tour of the Colosseum
5 delicious, multi-course dinners at local favorites Meal times tailored to maximize your experience in the city
Save hours with timed entrances to see the David, Colosseum and Sistine Chapel Food becomes part of the experience with regional cuisine served at all meals
Venice (1)
Tuscan Hill Town (3) Florence San Gimignano Siena
Journey to the beautiful Tuscan countryside
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Guided sightseeing tour of Florence with commentary given via personal headsets
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cultural connections: TRADITIONAL TUSCAN FARMHOUSE LUNCH Indulge in an unforgettable glimpse of Italy’s rural way of life and cuisine with a traditional Tuscan farmhouse lunch.
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CLASSICAL ADVENTURES
Insider’s Roman Italy - 8 DAYS From the serene seaside to the history and culture of Italy’s wondrous capital, this highly inclusive tour is always a favorite.
Exceptional Differences Central Hotels \\
DAY 1: OVERNIGHT FLIGHT DAY 2: SORRENTO \\
Arrive in Rome, meet your ACIS Tour Manager and drive south to the seaside town of Sorrento
DAY 5: ROME Travel to Naples
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Guided sightseeing tour
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Visit the National Archaeological Museum with commentary via audio guides
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Guided tour through the passages of Naples Underground
Timed reservation to the Vatican Museums, including the Sistine Chapel, with commentary given via personal headsets
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St. Peter’s Basilica
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Continue on to Rome
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Optional: Afternoon excursion to the Roman ruins at Ostia Antica
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Pizza making lesson and dinner
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Evening passeggiata romana to the Spanish Steps and Trevi Fountain
DAY 3: SORRENTO \\
High-speed hydrofoil across the Bay of Naples to Capri
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Funicular ride from the marina to explore the island’s chic main town
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Villa Jovis
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Evening Tarantella dance lesson
DAY 7: ROME
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Timed entrance for a guided tour of the Colosseum and Roman Forum with commentary given via personal headsets
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Visit the Pantheon and Piazza della Rotonda
DAY 4: SORRENTO \\
Mozzarella farm demonstration and tasting
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Dine like locals with restaurant vouchers this evening
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Continue on to ancient Pompeii
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Guided tour of Pompeii with commentary given via personal headsets
Evening walking tour around Piazza Navona
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Evening stroll around the charming Piazza Tasso
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MASTERING MOZZARELLA Explore a working mozzarella farm and learn first-hand about the creamy cheese, from ingredients to production to taste.
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Using the high-speed hydrofoil allows for more time to explore Capri Hotel locations and included transport let you experience Baroque Rome at night
Two-night extension from Rome to Florence by high-speed train, including sightseeing and the Accademia
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PIZZA MAKING LESSON AND DINNER Scenes from an authentic Italian restaurant: Play chef as you prepare pizza dough and toppings, Roman style.
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6 delicious, multi-course dinners at local favorites Meal times tailored to maximize your experience in the city
Smart Trip Design
cultural connections: TARANTELLA DANCE LESSON Master the steps of the Tarantella, a southern Italian folk dance, during an expert-led lesson.
10 hours saved without a daily commute from a suburban budget hotel 6 evenings for more exploring in town
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Bell’Italia - 9 DAYS Discover what’s exceptional about Italy on this classic tour of the country’s three main cities plus historic Assisi.
Exceptional Differences Central Hotels \\
DAY 2: ROME \\
Meet your ACIS Tour Manager and begin to explore Rome
DAY 3: ROME \\
Guided sightseeing tour
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Timed reservation to the Vatican Museums, including the Sistine Chapel, with commentary given via personal headsets
DAY 5: FLORENCE \\
Visit Assisi
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Basilica of St. Francis
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Arrive in Florence
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Evening stroll to see Ponte Vecchio illuminated
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Guided sightseeing tour with commentary given via personal headsets
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Florence Duomo
St. Peter’s Basilica
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Santa Croce
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Timed reservation for a guided tour of the Colosseum
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Pizza making lesson and dinner
Timed reservation to see Michelangelo’s David in the Accademia
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Dine like locals with restaurant vouchers this evening
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Visit the Pantheon and Piazza della Rotonda
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Visit Padua, famous for its university
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Dine like locals with restaurant vouchers this evening
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Basilica of St. Anthony
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Continue on to picturesque Venice
Evening walking tour around Piazza Navona
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Cross the Grand Canal like a local via gondola traghetto
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Glassblowing demonstration
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Visit the Doge’s Palace and Bridge of Sighs
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Explore more of Venice’s highlights with unlimited access to the entire canal network and smaller islands using your vaporetto pass
DAY 7: VENICE
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A 48-hour vaporetto pass is yours to use while in Venice
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Local Restaurants \\ \\
Smart Trip Design \\
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DAY 9: DEPART FOR HOME \\
7 delicious, multi-course dinners at local favorites Meal times tailored to maximize your experience in the city
Bid farewell to Venice via a fast and fun private boat transfer directly from the Lido to the airport, including views of the outer islands
A Lido-based hotel and included vaporetto pass means hours more to explore Venice Meal vouchers let you choose your menu from many local restaurants
Venice (2) Padua
EXTENSION: Extra night in Rome, including the services of your ACIS Tour Manager, at the beginning of your tour
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Guided Hidden Venice tour uncovering the secrets of its back streets and canals before winding back to end in majestic St. Mark’s Square
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15 hours saved without a daily commute from a suburban budget hotel 7 evenings for more exploring in town
Assisi Rome (3)
cultural connections: PIZZA MAKING LESSON AND DINNER Scenes from an authentic Italian restaurant: Play chef as you prepare pizza dough and toppings, Roman style.
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Buongiorno Italia - 9 DAYS You’ll feel like an Italian expert after enjoying this carefully-crafted, very affordable tour of Italy from top to bottom.
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Arrive in Venice, meet your ACIS Tour Manager and enjoy a fast and fun private boat transfer directly from the airport to the Lido, including views of the outer islands A 24-hour vaporetto pass is yours to use while in Venice
DAY 3: FLORENCE \\
Guided Hidden Venice tour uncovering the secrets of its back streets and canals before winding back to end in majestic St. Mark’s Square
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Cross the Grand Canal like a local via gondola traghetto
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Glassblowing demonstration
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Explore more of Venice’s highlights with unlimited access to the entire canal network and smaller islands using your vaporetto pass
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Guided sightseeing tour with commentary given via personal headsets
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Florence Duomo
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Optional: Tuscan cooking lesson
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Mozzarella farm demonstration and tasting
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Journey north to Rome
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Evening passeggiata romana to the Spanish Steps and Trevi Fountain
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Journey south to quaint Assisi
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Guided sightseeing tour
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Basilica of St. Francis
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Gelato factory tour and tasting
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Visit Perugia for a walking tour and dinner
Timed reservation to the Vatican Museums, including the Sistine Chapel, with commentary given via personal headsets
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Guided tour of Pompeii with commentary given via personal headsets
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St. Peter’s Basilica
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Timed reservation for a guided tour of the Colosseum
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Authentic pizza dinner
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Evening walking tour around Piazza Navona and the Pantheon
Smart Trip Design \\
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Fly into Venice not Milan and skip four hours on the bus Hotel locations and included transport let you experience Baroque Rome at night
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Travel to Florence
7 delicious, multi-course dinners at local favorites Meal times tailored to maximize your experience in the city
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14 hours saved without a daily commute from a suburban budget hotel 7 evenings for more exploring in town
Sorrento (1) GELATO FACTORY TOUR AND TASTING Exercise your sweet tooth: tour an Assisi factory to learn about the production of gelato and discover your favorite flavor during a tasting. MASTERING MOZZARELLA Explore a working mozzarella farm and learn first-hand about the creamy cheese, from ingredients to production to taste.
OPTIONAL
TUSCAN COOKING LESSON Help Tuscany’s finest chefs prepare traditional meals; sample your efforts after learning the best techniques.
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Guided Hidden Venice tour uncovering the secrets of its back streets and canals before winding back to end in majestic St. Mark’s Square
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Timed reservation for a guided tour of the Colosseum
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Pizza making lesson and dinner
Swiss food challenge
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Explore more of Lucerne’s sights at your own pace
DAY 4: PADUA
Glassblowing demonstration
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Return to Padua
Timed reservation to the Vatican Museums, including the Sistine Chapel, with commentary given via personal headsets
DAY 6: FLORENCE \\
Journey to Florence
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St. Peter’s Basilica
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Evening stroll to see Ponte Vecchio illuminated
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Evening walking tour around Piazza Navona
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Cross the Italian border and travel to Verona
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Walking tour of Verona including entrance inside the Roman Arena
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Guided sightseeing tour with commentary given via personal headsets Florence Duomo
EXTENSION: Extra night in Rome including the services of your ACIS Tour Manager
Lucerne (2)
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Timed reservation to see Michelangelo’s David in the Accademia
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Dine like locals with restaurant vouchers this evening
Experience the wonder of Mount Pilatus—it’s included, not an optional Florence meal vouchers let you choose your menu from 14 local restaurants
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8 delicious, multi-course dinners at local favorites Meal times tailored to maximize your experience in the city
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Cross the Grand Canal like a local via gondola traghetto
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DAY 5: PADUA
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11 hours saved without a daily commute from a suburban budget hotel 8 evenings for more exploring in town
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Rome (2)
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PIZZA MAKING LESSON AND DINNER Scenes from an authentic Italian restaurant: Play chef as you prepare pizza dough and toppings, Roman style.
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Panorama Italiano - 10 DAYS This fast-paced tour allows you to compare and contrast Italy’s many regions, from the north to the south.
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Travel to Florence
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Fresco making workshop
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Guided sightseeing tour with commentary given via personal headsets
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Florence Duomo
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Timed reservation to see Michelangelo’s David in the Accademia
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Dine like locals with restaurant vouchers this evening
DAY 3: VENICE \\
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Guided Hidden Venice tour uncovering the secrets of its back streets and canals before winding back to end in majestic St. Mark’s Square Cross the Grand Canal like a local via gondola traghetto
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Visit its famed Gothic Duomo
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Scenic drive to the seaside town of Sorrento
DAY 7: SORRENTO
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Funicular ride from the marina to explore the island’s chic main town
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Guided sightseeing tour
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Timed reservation to the Vatican Museums, including the Sistine Chapel, with commentary given via personal headsets
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St. Peter’s Basilica
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Timed reservation for a guided tour of the Colosseum
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Authentic pizza dinner
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Evening walking tour around Piazza Navona
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Venice (2)
Extra night in Rome including the services of your ACIS Tour Manager
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TARANTELLA DANCE LESSON Master the steps of the Tarantella, a southern Italian folk dance, during an expert-led lesson.
Orvieto
Rome (2)
Capri
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Fly in to Venice not Milan and zip over to your Lido hotel by private launch Save hours with timed entrances to see the David, Colosseum and Sistine Chapel
DAY 10: DEPART FOR HOME
Evening Tarantella dance lesson
MASTER THE FRESCO Consider Italy’s most famous frescoes and test your skills against Michelangelo’s after learning techniques from an expert.
8 delicious, multi-course dinners at local favorites Meal times tailored to maximize your experience in the city
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High-speed hydrofoil across the Bay of Naples to Capri
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Drive to medieval Orvieto
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17 hours saved without a daily commute from a suburban budget hotel 8 evenings for more exploring in town
Pompeii Sorrento (2)
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Athens and the Aegean - 9 DAYS Cruise the Greek islands on this jaw-droppingly beautiful tour.
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Explore Mykonos with a portto-town round-trip transfer
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Dock at the Turkish port of Kusadasi
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Discover Ancient Ephesus including the Library of Celsus and the great Temple of Serapis
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Continue to tiny Patmos
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Visit Patmos Monastery of St. John and Cave of the Apocalypse
Guided tour of the Ancient Delphi site and Archaeological Museum includes the Temple of Apollo
DAY 6: CRUISE \\
Dock at Heraklion, the capital of Crete
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Tour the Palace of Knossos
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Continue to Santorini and ride the funicular to explore this white-washed village
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Arrive back at the dock in Piraeus
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Guided sightseeing tour
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Acropolis and Parthenon
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Acropolis Museum
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Greek cultural evening including traditional cuisine and tzatziki demonstration in an authentic taverna setting
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Greek dancing lesson and professional show
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Reach for your wallet less with cruise shore excursions and tours included, not optional Outside cabins on the cruise (not inside lower deck cabins) let you enjoy the view
Delphi Athens (1,2)
GREEK CULTURAL EVENING AND DANCE LESSON Greek heritage comes to life with an authentic evening of cultural lessons, dance performances and instruction, traditional cuisine and plate breaking!
3 delicious, multi-course dinners at local favorites Meal times tailored to maximize your experience in the city
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Heroes of Greece - 9 DAYS This trip, brimming with the glories of both ancient and modern Greece, is sheer Hellenic heaven.
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Acropolis and Parthenon
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Optional: Greek cooking lesson and lunch
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Stroll along the Plaka as it comes alive in the evening hours
DAY 4: OLYMPIA \\
Journey to Corinth to see the canal
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Theater of Epidaurus
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Visit Mycenae to see the Lion Gate, Royal Tombs and Acropolis
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Ancient Greek ceramics workshop in Mycenae
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Continue to Olympia for dinner
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Optional: Cruise the Saronic Gulf and its isles of Aegina, Poros and Hydra with lunch
DAY 6: KALAMBAKA \\
Guided tour of the Ancient Delphi site and Archaeological Museum including the Temple of Apollo
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Continue to the Kalambaka/ Meteora area
DAY 7: ATHENS \\
Explore the Meteora monasteries of Varlaam and Great Meteoron
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Travel to Thermopylae to view the Leonidas Monument
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Greek cultural evening including traditional cuisine and tzatziki demonstration in an authentic taverna setting
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Greek dancing lesson and professional show
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GREEK COOKING LESSON Explore the history of Greek cuisine at a traditional taverna where you will learn to make classic dishes and then enjoy the fruits of your labor for lunch.
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GREEK CULTURAL EVENING AND DANCE LESSON Greek heritage comes to life with an authentic evening of cultural lessons, dance performances and instruction, traditional cuisine and plate breaking!
Using one expert local guide throughout Greece maintains educational continuity
Three-night Greek Island cruise highlighting Mykonos, Patmos, Ephesus and more, plus an additional night in Athens
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ANCIENT GREEK CERAMICS WORKSHOP Work with an instructor to learn about the origins of the ceramic arts and create your own pottery in the style of the ancient Mycenaeans.
7 delicious, multi-course dinners at local favorites Meal times tailored to maximize your experience in the city
Smart Trip Design
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Athens hotels located steps from the Acropolis and Plaka 7 evenings for more exploring in town
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Central Hotels \\
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Guided sightseeing tour
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Acropolis and Parthenon
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Acropolis Museum
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Greek cultural evening including traditional cuisine and tzatziki demonstration in an authentic taverna setting
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Greek dancing lesson and professional show
DAY 4: ATHENS \\
Explore more of Athens’ ancient relics at your own pace
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Optional: Cruise the Saronic Gulf and its isles of Aegina, Poros and Hydra with lunch
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Stroll the Plaka as it comes alive in the evening hours
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Guided sightseeing tour
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Timed reservation to the Vatican Museums, including the Sistine Chapel, with commentary given via personal headsets
Travel on an overnight ferry from Patras to Bari
DAY 6: SORRENTO
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St. Peter’s Basilica Timed reservation for a guided tour of the Colosseum
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Mozzarella farm demonstration and tasting
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Authentic pizza dinner
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Evening walking tour around Piazza Navona
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Arrive in seaside Sorrento and begin to explore
DAY 7: ROME
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Guided tour of Pompeii with commentary given via personal headsets
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Three-night Greek Island cruise highlighting Mykonos, Patmos, Ephesus and more, plus an additional night in Athens
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Evening passeggiata romana to the Spanish Steps and Trevi Fountain
Extra night in Rome with a full-day excursion to Florence by train including sightseeing
6 delicious, multi-course dinners at local favorites Meal times tailored to maximize your experience in the city
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A superior quality overnight ferry to Bari, not Brindisi, cuts down your bus time Experience Rome at night with central hotels and included transport
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GREEK CULTURAL EVENING AND DANCE LESSON Greek heritage comes to life with an authentic evening of cultural lessons, dance performances and instruction, traditional cuisine and plate breaking! MASTERING MOZZARELLA Explore a working mozzarella farm and learn first-hand about the creamy cheese, from ingredients to production to taste.
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This specially-themed tour focusing on Ancient Greece and Rome contains site visits, educational content and activities that connect you with the stories, figures and historic events that shaped the rise of Western Civilization.
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Guided tour of the Ancient Delphi site and Archaeological Museum including the Temple of Apollo
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6 commuting hours saved plus Athens hotels near the Acropolis 6 evenings for more exploring in town
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Discover more than just the capitals on this fast-paced tour showcasing the rich histories of Italy and Greece.
Exceptional Differences
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Athens, Florence and Rome 10 DAYS
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Timed reservation for a guided tour of the Colosseum
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Evening passeggiata romana to the Spanish Steps and Trevi Fountain
Explore more of this ancient city at your own pace
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Greek cultural evening including traditional cuisine and tzatziki demonstration in an authentic taverna setting Greek dancing lesson and professional show
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Visit Assisi including entrance to the Basilica of St. Francis
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Travel to visit the picturesque mountain town of Arachova
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Guided tour of the Ancient Delphi site and Archaeological Museum including the Temple of Apollo
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Greek taverna dinner with panoramic view
Guided sightseeing tour with commentary given via personal headsets
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Florence Duomo
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Timed reservation to see Michelangelo’s David in the Accademia
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Fresco making workshop
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Dine like locals with restaurant vouchers this evening
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Guided sightseeing tour
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Timed reservation to the Vatican Museums, including the Sistine Chapel, with commentary given via personal headsets
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Authentic pizza dinner
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Evening walking tour around Piazza Navona
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DAY 10: DEPART FOR HOME EXTENSIONS: Extra night in Rome, including the services of your ACIS Tour Manager Three-night Greek Island cruise plus an additional night in Athens, at the beginning of your tour
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MASTER THE FRESCO Consider Italy’s most famous frescoes and test your skills against Michelangelo’s after learning techniques from an expert.
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Assisi Ancona
Igoumenitsa Delphi (1) Athens (2)
cultural connections: GREEK CULTURAL EVENING AND DANCE LESSON Greek heritage comes to life with an authentic evening of cultural lessons, dance performances and instruction, traditional cuisine and plate breaking!
One expert local guide throughout Greece means educational continuity Save hours with timed entrances to see the David, Colosseum and Sistine Chapel
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7 commuting hours saved plus Athens hotels near the Acropolis 7 evenings for more exploring in town
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Avventura Italiana - 8 DAYS Travel like a local from Florence to Rome, available as a private tour with as few as 13 participants.
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Meet your ACIS Tour Manager and begin to explore Florence
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Guided sightseeing tour with commentary given via personal headsets
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Full-day excursion by train
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Lucca by bike tour
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Continue to Pisa and see its famous Leaning Tower
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DAY 6: ROME
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Fresco making workshop
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Timed reservation to see Michelangelo’s David in the Accademia
Gelato making workshop and tasting
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Guided sightseeing tour
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Timed reservation to the Vatican Museums, including the Sistine Chapel, with commentary given via personal headsets
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Dine like locals with restaurant vouchers this evening
DAY 5: ROME \\
Train from Florence to Rome
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Timed reservation for a guided tour of the Colosseum
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Evening passeggiata romana to the Spanish Steps and Trevi Fountain
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St. Peter’s Basilica
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Dine like locals with restaurant vouchers this evening
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Further discover the wonders of Rome at your own pace
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Optional: Excursion to the Roman ruins at Ostia Antica
6 delicious, multi-course dinners at local favorites Meal times tailored to maximize your experience in the city
Smart Trip Design \\
DAY 7: ROME \\
12 hours saved without a daily commute from a suburban budget hotel 6 evenings for more exploring in town
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Lucca Pisa
High-speed train travel leaves more time to explore in Florence and Rome Meal vouchers let you choose your menu from many local restaurants
Florence (3)
cultural connections: LUCCA BY BIKE Enjoy a unique perspective on the city of Lucca with a bike tour circling atop its famed—and wide—medieval walls.
GELATO MAKING WORKSHOP AND TASTING Exercise your sweet tooth: Tour a gelato factory to learn how the flavors are made before delighting your taste buds with samples.
MASTER THE FRESCO Consider Italy’s most famous frescoes and test your skills against Michelangelo’s after learning techniques from an expert.
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Test drive your knowledge of Italian cars near Modena, home to Ferrari, Maserati and Lamborghini.
Milan Modena
Venice
Florence Rome
Naples
ITALY
CLASSICAL ADVENTURES
MAKE ITALY AND GREECE YOUR OWN
Get a jolt from one of Italy’s true flavors with a headquarters tour of Palombini Espresso.
Thessaloniki
Decide which is more stunning: Milan’s Duomo or Leonardo’s Last Supper.
GREECE Palermo
Athens
Sicily Peloponnese Walk through history in the Peloponnese, land of Sparta, Kalamata and the Diros Caves.
Discover Sicily, with history dating from the Phoenicians to World War II to The Godfather.
Crete
Explore Crete’s Palace of Knossos and picturesque towns.
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MOST POPULAR Archdukes and Emperors – Page 111 The Austro-Hungarian Empire is on full display on this incomparable 10-day tour. EXPLORER VALUE TRIP
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Prussia, Bohemia and Bavaria – Page 107 Straddle centuries of history and culture on this journey from Berlin to Munich, all at a great value. STAFF PICK Edelweiss – Page 112 From stylish Vienna and Munich to charming Alpine towns, you’ll need your camera on this trip. HEIDI PETTIT, REGIONAL DIRECTOR
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GERMANY & CENTRAL EUROPE
Insider’s Austria and Germany 9 DAYS
Exceptional Differences Central Hotels
Explore quintessential Germany and Austria on our most inclusive tour of the region.
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Dinner at Stiftskeller St. Peter’s, Central Europe’s oldest restaurant
Mozartkugel chocolate making workshop
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Continue on to Vienna and begin exploring this historic city
DAY 6: SALZBURG \\
Visit Dachau Concentration Camp Memorial
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Pretzel tasting
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Evening visit to the Olympic Park
Guided sightseeing tour viewing the Mirabell Gardens, Sound of Music Churchyard and beautiful Dom Cathedral
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Mozart’s Birthplace Museum
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Descend into the exciting Hallein Salt Mine
DAY 4: MUNICH Guided sightseeing tour viewing Marienplatz and its famed Glockenspiel
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Discover BMW World
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Munich by bike tour
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German sausage dinner
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Evening walk through the amusements of Prater Park
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Guided sightseeing tour viewing the Hofburg Palace, Opera House and St. Stephen’s Cathedral
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Schönbrunn Palace
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Viennese Waltz lesson
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Traditional Austrian dinner
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MOZARTKUGEL MAKING Craft chocolate marzipan balls for a sweet afternoon of fun complete with diploma, kugel and hot chocolate. DANCE THE VIENNESE WALTZ Master the steps of the beautiful 18th century Viennese Waltz with an expert.
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HALLEIN SALT MINE Slide into the world’s oldest salt mine and boat across the lake 1,300 feet underground.
A bike tour of Munich opens up a great section of the city most visitors miss Food becomes part of the experience with regional cuisine served at all meals
DAY 9: DEPART FOR HOME
cultural connections: MUNICH BY BIKE From history-filled old streets to the paths of the Englischer Garten, explore Munich’s hidden gems by bicycle.
7 delicious, multi-course dinners at local favorites Meal times tailored to maximize your experience in the city
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Arrive in Frankfurt, meet your ACIS Tour Manager and drive to Rothenburg
Visit the opulent Herrenchiemsee Palace
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DAY 5: SALZBURG
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9 DAYS
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A social studies teacher’s dream at a great price. Explore the history of three Germanic countries from the Middle Ages to WWII.
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Arrive in Frankfurt, meet your ACIS Tour Manager and drive to Rothenburg
DAY 3: MUNICH \\
Walking tour viewing Town Hall Square
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Rothenburg Culture Quest
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DAY 7: LUCERNE
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Visit the fairytale castle of Neuschwanstein
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Walking tour viewing the Lion Monument and Chapel Bridge
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Continue to the Wieskirche
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Swiss food challenge
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Arrive in Innsbruck, the capital of Tyrol
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Optional: Mount Pilatus by cable car and railway
DAY 6: LUCERNE Walking tour of the Alpine city of Innsbruck
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Travel to Schaffhausen to see the majestic Rhine Falls
St. Jakob’s Church
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Travel to Munich
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Visit Vaduz, Liechtenstein
Scenic drive through the Black Forest
Evening visit to BMW World
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Drive to the charming city of Lucerne
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Arrive in Heidelberg and tour Heidelberg Castle
DAY 4: MUNICH Guided sightseeing tour viewing Marienplatz and its famed Glockenspiel
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Dachau Concentration Camp Memorial
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Traditional German sausage dinner
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7 delicious, multi-course dinners at local favorites Meal times tailored to maximize your experience in the city
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Enjoy all five cities at night thanks to your central hotels and expert tour manager Relax knowing that our Duty Officer and red card systems are available 24/7
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cultural connections: ROTHENBURG CULTURE QUEST Unlock the secrets of medieval Rothenburg, from legends of the Romantic Road to stories told through ornate shop signs and architecture.
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SWISS FOOD CHALLENGE The local gastronomy stimulates your senses—delve into favorite Swiss foods through sight, smell, touch and taste.
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DAY 5: INNSBRUCK
5 hours saved without a daily commute from a suburban budget hotel 7 evenings for more exploring in town
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Prussia, Bohemia and Bavaria 9 DAYS
Exceptional Differences Central Hotels
Straddle centuries of history and culture on this journey from Berlin to Munich, all at a great value. DAY 1: OVERNIGHT FLIGHT DAY 2: BERLIN \\
Arrive in Germany’s storied capital of Berlin and meet your ACIS Tour Manager
DAY 5: PRAGUE \\
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Guided sightseeing tour viewing a portion of the Berlin Wall, the Holocaust Memorial, Potsdamer Platz and Checkpoint Charlie
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Explore more of Berlin’s distinctive neighborhoods and museums at your own pace
DAY 7: MUNICH \\
Travel to Nuremberg
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Walking tour viewing the Zeppelintribüne at the Nazi Party Rally Grounds and the Nuremberg Palace of Justice
Visit Terezín (Theresienstadt) Concentration Camp and Memorial
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Nuremberg Documentation Center with audio guides
Continue to Prague
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Journey on to Munich
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Guided sightseeing tour of Munich viewing Marienplatz and its famed Glockenspiel
DAY 6: PRAGUE \\
Guided sightseeing tour viewing the Malá Strana and 14th century Charles Bridge
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Hradcany ˇ Castle
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Evening visit to enjoy the street performers in Old Town Square
Visit the fairytale castle of Neuschwanstein
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Traditional German dinner at the Ratskeller
Berlin street art workshop
DAY 4: DRESDEN \\
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Guided sightseeing tour of Dresden viewing the Frauenkirche and Zwinger Palace
Journey to the Baroque gem of Dresden
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6 hours saved without a daily commute from a suburban budget hotel 7 evenings for more exploring in town
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7 delicious, multi-course dinners at local favorites Meal times tailored to maximize your experience in the city
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DAY 8: MUNICH \\
Never wait hours at the airport to share a transfer with other later groups Food becomes part of the experience with regional cuisine served at all meals
DAY 9: DEPART FOR HOME
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Prague (2)
Munich (2)
Neuschwanstein
cultural connections: BERLIN STREET ART WORKSHOP Draw inspiration from Berlin’s creative graffiti and street art scene as you learn from expert local artists and craft your own modern art piece.
Dresden (1) Terezín
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Extra night in Munich including the services of your ACIS Tour Manager
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Holocaust Remembrance - 9 DAYS A powerful and insightful tour exploring vital questions about one of history’s darkest chapters.
Exceptional Differences Central Hotels \\
DAY 2: MUNICH \\
Meet your ACIS Tour Manager and begin to explore Munich
DAY 5: PRAGUE \\
Guided sightseeing tour viewing the Malá Strana and 14th century Charles Bridge
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Excursion to Terezín (Theresienstadt) Concentration Camp and Memorial
DAY 3: MUNICH \\
Guided sightseeing tour viewing Marienplatz and its famed Glockenspiel
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Dachau Concentration Camp Memorial
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Evening visit to the Olympic Park
DAY 4: PRAGUE \\
Travel to Nuremberg
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Walking tour viewing the Zeppelintribüne at the Nazi Party Rally Grounds and the Nuremberg Palace of Justice
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Nuremberg Documentation Center with audio guides
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Return to Prague
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Evening visit to enjoy the street performers in Old Town Square
DAY 6: KRAKOW \\
Journey to Olomouc and view the Holy Trinity Column
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Evening walking tour of the historic Kazimierz Jewish Quarter
DAY 8: KRAKOW \\
Full-day excursion to Auschwitz-Birkenau Concentration Camp
DAY 9: DEPART FOR HOME
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7 delicious, multi-course dinners at local favorites Meal times tailored to maximize your experience in the city
Smart Trip Design \\
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Additional local guides for large groups preserve the learning experience Never wait hours at the airport to share a transfer with other later groups
DAY 7: KRAKOW \\
Guided sightseeing tour viewing Wawel Castle and Cathedral
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Oskar Schindler’s factory visit
Prague (2) Nuremberg Dachau
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6 hours saved without a daily commute from a suburban budget hotel 7 evenings for more exploring in town
Auschwitz
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Munich (2)
cultural connections: This specially-themed Holocaust remembrance tour contains site visits, educational content and opportunities for reflection that connect you with the historical figures, stories and landscapes of WWII and the horrors of the Nazi regime in ways that are powerful and thought-provoking.
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10 DAYS
Exceptional Differences Central Hotels
German, Polish, Czech. You’ll hear and see it all on this 10-day tour of some of Europe’s most intriguing cities. DAY 1: OVERNIGHT FLIGHT DAY 2: MUNICH \\
Meet your ACIS Tour Manager and begin to explore Munich
DAY 3: MUNICH \\
Guided sightseeing tour viewing Marienplatz and its famed Glockenspiel
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Dachau Concentration Camp Memorial
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Evening visit to the Olympic Park
DAY 5: PRAGUE \\
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Discover more of Prague’s history, architectural wonders and bohemian art at your own pace
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Walking tour viewing the Zeppelintribüne at the Nazi Party Rally Grounds and the Nuremberg Palace of Justice
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Nuremberg Documentation Center with audio guides
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Continue on to Prague
Evening visit to enjoy the street performers in Old Town Square
DAY 6: KRAKOW \\
Visit Auschwitz-Birkenau Concentration Camp
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DAY 4: PRAGUE \\
Guided sightseeing tour viewing the Malá Strana and 14th century Charles Bridge
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Visit the city of Brno
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Continue into Austria and arrive in Vienna
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Guided sightseeing viewing the Hofburg Palace, Opera House and St. Stephen’s Cathedral
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Schönbrunn Palace
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Viennese Waltz lesson
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Explore more of Krakow’s medieval center, former Jewish quarter or Planty Park at your leisure
Enjoy all four cities at night thanks to your central hotels and expert tour manager Reach for your wallet less with the entrances you want already included
Prague (2) Nuremberg Dachau
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Guided sightseeing tour viewing Wawel Castle and Cathedral
8 delicious, multi-course dinners at local favorites Meal times tailored to maximize your experience in the city
Smart Trip Design
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8 hours saved without a daily commute from a suburban budget hotel 8 evenings for more exploring in town
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Vienna (2)
Munich (2)
cultural connections: DANCE THE VIENNESE WALTZ Master the steps of the beautiful 18th century Viennese Waltz with an expert.
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Amadeus - 10 DAYS Focus on architecture, music and art in four of Europe’s most picturesque cities during a cultural adventure that’s not to be missed.
Exceptional Differences Central Hotels \\
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Arrive in Venice and enjoy a fast and fun private boat transfer directly from the airport to the Lido, including views of the outer islands A 48-hour vaporetto pass is yours to use while in Venice
DAY 3: VENICE \\
Guided Hidden Venice tour uncovering the secrets of its back streets and canals before winding back to end in majestic St. Mark’s Square
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Cross the Grand Canal like a local via gondola traghetto
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Glassblowing demonstration
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Explore more of Venice’s highlights with unlimited access to the entire canal network and smaller islands using your vaporetto pass
Scenic drive across the Alps
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Visit picturesque Villach including St. Jakob’s Church
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Continue on to Salzburg
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Climb Kapuzinerberg Hill for panoramic views of the Old Town
DAY 5: SALZBURG \\
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Guided sightseeing tour viewing the Mirabell Gardens, Sound of Music Churchyard and beautiful Dom Cathedral Mozart’s Birthplace Museum
DAY 6: VIENNA \\
Journey to St. Gilgen
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Mozartkugel chocolate making workshop
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DAY 7: VIENNA \\
Guided sightseeing tour viewing the Hofburg Palace, Opera House and St. Stephen’s Cathedral
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Schönbrunn Palace
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Evening walk through the amusements of Prater Park
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Travel to the wondrous city of Prague
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Glass decorating workshop and gallery visit
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DAY 9: PRAGUE \\
Guided sightseeing tour viewing the Malá Strana and 14th century Charles Bridge
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Hradcany ˇ Castle
8 delicious, multi-course dinners at local favorites Meal times tailored to maximize your experience in the city
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Fly into Venice not Milan and skip four hours on the bus Save time and money in Venice with your included 48-hour vaporetto pass
DAY 10: DEPART FOR HOME
Prague (2)
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cultural connections: MOZARTKUGEL MAKING Craft chocolate marzipan balls for a sweet afternoon complete with diploma, kugel and hot chocolate.
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9 hours saved without a daily commute from a suburban budget hotel 8 evenings for more exploring in town
Venice (2) GLASS DECORATING AND GALLERY VISIT IN PRAGUE Learn about Prague’s proud tradition of glassworks and decorate your own piece to take home.
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Central Hotels \\
DAY 3: MUNICH \\
Guided sightseeing tour viewing Marienplatz and its famed Glockenspiel
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Dachau Concentration Camp Memorial
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Munich by bike tour
DAY 4: PRAGUE \\
Journey to Nuremberg
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Walking tour viewing the Zeppelintribüne at the Nazi Party Rally Grounds and the Nuremberg Palace of Justice
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Nuremberg Documentation Center with audio guides
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Guided sightseeing viewing the Hofburg Palace, Opera House and St. Stephen’s Cathedral
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Hradcany ˇ Castle
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Schönbrunn Palace
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Evening visit to enjoy the street performers in Old Town Square
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Travel to the musical city of Salzburg
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Climb Kapuzinerberg Hill for panoramic views of the Old Town
DAY 6: BUDAPEST \\
Visit the city of Brno
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Continue into Hungary and arrive in Budapest
DAY 7: VIENNA \\
Guided sightseeing tour of Budapest viewing Castle Hill, Matthias Church and Heroes’ Square
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Strudel demonstration and tasting
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Cross the Austrian border to Vienna
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Guided sightseeing tour viewing the Mirabell Gardens, Sound of Music Churchyard and Dom Cathedral
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Mozart’s Birthplace Museum
8 delicious, multi-course dinners at local favorites Meal times tailored to maximize your experience in the city
Smart Trip Design \\
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Never wait hours at the airport to share a transfer with other later groups A bike tour of Munich opens up a great section of the city most visitors miss
Prague (2)
Nuremberg
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Guided sightseeing tour viewing the Malá Strana and 14th century Charles Bridge
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5 hours saved without a daily commute from a suburban budget hotel 8 evenings for more exploring in town
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cultural connections: MUNICH BY BIKE From history-filled old streets to the paths of the Englischer Garten, explore Munich’s hidden gems by bicycle.
STRUDEL DEMONSTRATION AND TASTING IN BUDAPEST Learn how the sweet layers of a traditional strudel are prepared and enjoy expertly crafted samples.
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Edelweiss - 10 DAYS From stylish Vienna and Munich to charming Alpine towns, you’ll need your camera on this trip.
Exceptional Differences Central Hotels
7 hours saved without a daily commute from a suburban budget hotel 8 evenings for more exploring in town
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Meet your ACIS Tour Manager and begin to explore the Austrian capital of Vienna
DAY 5: SALZBURG \\
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Guided sightseeing viewing the Hofburg Palace, Opera House and St. Stephen’s Cathedral
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Schönbrunn Palace
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Viennese Waltz lesson
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Evening walk through the amusements of Prater Park
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Visit the Baroque abbeypalace of Melk
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Climb Kapuzinerberg Hill for panoramic views of the Old Town
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Guided sightseeing tour viewing the Mirabell Gardens, Sound of Music Churchyard and Dom Cathedral Ascend via the Festungsbahn funicular to tour the Hohensalzburg Fortress Descend into the exciting Hallein Salt Mine
DAY 6: MUNICH \\
Visit the extravagant Herrenchiemsee Palace
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Evening visit to the Olympic Park
DAY 7: MUNICH \\
Guided sightseeing tour viewing Marienplatz and its famed Glockenspiel
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Pretzel tasting
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Dachau Concentration Camp Memorial
DAY 8: ENGELBERG \\
Visit the fairytale castle of Neuschwanstein
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Continue on through the Swiss Alps to Engelberg
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Local Restaurants
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Travel to beautiful Lucerne
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Walking tour of Lucerne includes the Lion Monument and Chapel Bridge
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Return to Engelberg
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Optional: Mount Titlis by rotating cable car
8 delicious, multi-course dinners at local favorites Meal times tailored to maximize your experience in the city
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Full buffet breakfasts get you off to a delicious and hearty start Additional local guides for large groups preserve the learning experience
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EXTENSION: Extra night in Vienna, including the services of your ACIS Tour Manager, at the beginning of your tour
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Homestay in Germany - 10 DAYS Make lifelong friends and strengthen your language skills on our homestay program bookended with visits to Munich and Berlin.
Exceptional Differences Central Hotels \\
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Meet your ACIS Tour Manager and begin to explore Berlin
DAY 5: ERFURT HOMESTAY \\
Cultural exchange visit with local students
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Guided walking tour viewing the Krämerbrücke bridge and the synagogue
DAY 3: BERLIN \\
Guided sightseeing tour viewing a portion of the Berlin Wall, the Holocaust Memorial, Potsdamer Platz and Checkpoint Charlie
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Berlin street art workshop
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Evening stroll around the hip Hackescher Markt
DAY 6: ERFURT HOMESTAY
Traditional German sausage dinner
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Walking tour of the historic center
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Visit the fairytale castle of Neuschwanstein
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Return to Erfurt
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Continue to the town of Oberammergau
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Return to Munich
DAY 7: MUNICH
Travel to Dresden
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Guided sightseeing tour viewing the Frauenkirche and Zwinger Palace
Visit the Dachau Concentration Camp Memorial
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Arrive in historic Munich
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DAY 9: MUNICH Full-day excursion into the Bavarian Alps
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8 delicious, multi-course dinners at local favorites Meal times tailored to maximize your experience in the city
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DAY 10: DEPART FOR HOME
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Our partner office in Erfurt carefully evaluates every homestay family Food becomes part of the experience with regional cuisine served at all meals
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Continue to Erfurt
Guided sightseeing tour viewing Marienplatz and its famed Glockenspiel
Travel to the cultural heritage center of Weimar
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4 hours saved without a daily commute from a suburban budget hotel 8 evenings for more exploring in town
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Munich, Salzburg and Vienna 9 DAYS
Exceptional Differences Central Hotels
Travel and dine like a local on this eye-opening adventure, available as a private tour with as few as 13 participants. DAY 1: OVERNIGHT FLIGHT DAY 2: MUNICH \\
Meet your ACIS Tour Manager and begin to explore Munich, the capital of Bavaria, with your three-day U-Bahn Pass
DAY 3: MUNICH \\
Munich by bike tour
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Evening visit to the Olympic Park
DAY 5: SALZBURG Train from Munich to Salzburg
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Train from Salzburg to Vienna
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Guided sightseeing tour viewing the Mirabell Gardens, Sound of Music Churchyard and Dom Cathedral
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Schönbrunn Palace
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Evening walk through the amusements of Prater Park
Mozart’s Birthplace Museum
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limb Kapuzinerberg Hill for C panoramic views of the Old Town
DAY 6: SALZBURG \\
Ascend via the Festungsbahn funicular to tour the Hohensalzburg Fortress
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Discover more of musical Salzburg’s parks, palaces and Baroque architecture at your own pace
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Optional: Mozartkugel chocolate making workshop
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Dinner at Siftskeller St. Peter’s, central Europe’s oldest restaurant
DAY 4: MUNICH \\
Take the U-Bahn to visit the Dachau Concentration Camp Memorial
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Discover BMW World
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Traditional German sausage dinner
DAY 7: VIENNA
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DAY 8: VIENNA \\
Guided sightseeing viewing the Hofburg Palace, Opera House and St. Stephen’s Cathedral
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Viennese Waltz lesson
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Traditional Austrian dinner
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Direct train links allow more time to explore all three cities A bike tour of Munich opens up a great section of the city most visitors miss
Dachau
Vienna (2)
Salzburg (2) Munich (3)
OPTIONAL
MOZARTKUGEL MAKING Craft chocolate marzipan balls for a sweet afternoon of fun complete with diploma, kugel and hot chocolate.
DANCE THE VIENNESE WALTZ Master the steps of the beautiful 18th century Viennese Waltz with an expert.
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7 delicious, multi-course dinners at local favorites Meal times tailored to maximize your experience in the city
Smart Trip Design
cultural connections: MUNICH BY BIKE From history-filled old streets to the paths of the Englischer Garten, explore Munich’s hidden gems by bicycle.
6 hours saved without a daily commute from a suburban budget hotel 7 evenings for more exploring in town
PG317
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Learn where so many American dreams started at Bremerhaven’s Emigration Museum.
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Check out Berlin’s street art scene before crafting your own modern art piece.
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Explore Roman ruins and the birthplace of Karl Marx in Germany’s oldest city, Trier.
Unlock the stories of Mödlareuth, a village cut in two by the Berlin Wall.
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CZECH REPUBLIC Cesky Krumlov
Step into a fairy tale in Cesky Krumlov, complete with a castle with bears in the moat.
Gain a European perspective of the United Nations with an office visit in Geneva.
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Costa Rican Adventure - 8 DAYS Get right to the action on this exciting tour of the mountains, beaches and people of Costa Rica, all at a great price.
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DAY 1: SAN JOSÉ \\
Meet your ACIS Tour Manager and begin to explore the vibrant capital of San José
DAY 4: SAN CARLOS \\
Full-day excursion to visit a Maleku Indigenous Reserve
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Tour of the reserve, ecosystem hike and fire dance ceremony
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Return to San Carlos
DAY 2: SAN CARLOS \\
Journey to beautiful San Carlos
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Jauri Tropical Farm visit and lunch
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Visit and swim in the local hot springs
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Evening viewing of the Arenal Volcano
DAY 5: GUANACASTE COAST
Full-day excursion to the Río Frío
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Discover the local flora and fauna during a boat trip
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Return to San Carlos
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DAY 7: GUANACASTE COAST \\
Enjoy time to discover more of the Guanacaste coast’s unique flora and fauna
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Scenic drive past Arenal Lake
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Visit Santa Rosa National Park
DAY 8: DEPART FOR HOME
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Arrive at the beautiful white beaches of Costa Rica’s northern Pacific coast
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Full hot breakfast and authentic Costa Rican dinners are plentiful and delicious Stay cool and hydrated with unlimited drinking water on your bus daily
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Learn about organic farming and sample the crops at the Jauri Tropical Farm Hike and explore an Indigenous Reserve with a local Maleku guide See monkeys and caimans up close during a boat trip on the Río Frío
Río Frío Arenal Volcano
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cultural connections: JAURI TROPICAL FARM VISIT Learn about the planting and harvesting of native produce, process sugar cane and make lunch with fresh traditional ingredients at an ecological farm.
Guanacaste Coast (3) MALEKU INDIGENOUS RESERVE TOUR Trek with a Maleku guide and learn ways the tribe interacts with the ecosystem.
HOT SPRINGS VISIT Respect the earth’s power and warmth as you dip in the therapeutic waters of the hot springs at the base of Arenal Volcano.
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Insider’s Costa Rica - 9 DAYS Our most inclusive and most popular Costa Rica itinerary—for good reason. It’s exciting, engaging and fun!
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DAY 1: SAN JOSÉ \\
Begin to explore the capital of San José
DAY 5: MONTEVERDE \\
DAY 2: SAN CARLOS \\
Travel to the artistic hub of Sarchí
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Sarchí craft workshop
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Visit with local students in San Carlos
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Drive to beach-side Puntarenas
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Evening viewing of the majestic Arenal Volcano
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Explore the local culture at your own pace
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Visit the stunning scenery of Manuel Antonio National Park
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Journey back to San José
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Costa Rican dance lesson
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Full-day excursion to the Río Frío
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Discover the local flora and fauna during a boat trip
DAY 4: MONTEVERDE \\
Full hot breakfast and authentic Costa Rican dinners are plentiful and delicious Stay cool and hydrated with unlimited drinking water on your bus daily
Compare typical Costa Rican and American school days with students at a local school Food becomes part of the experience with a cooking lesson Gain a bird’s-eye perspective on the cloud forest as you explore via thrilling zip lines, bridges and platforms
Scenic horseback riding excursion from the Arenal area to the lush cloud forest of Monteverde ••
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COSTA RICAN COOKING LESSON
VISIT WITH LOCAL STUDENTS IN SAN CARLOS
COSTA RICAN DANCE LESSON
HORSEBACK RIDE TO MONTEVERDE
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MONTEVERDE CLOUD FOREST CANOPY TOUR
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Tico Trek - 9
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An adventurer’s dream filled with hot springs, horseback riding, ziplining and more.
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DAY 1: SAN JOSÉ \\
Begin to explore the capital city of San José
DAY 5: MONTEVERDE \\
DAY 2: SAN CARLOS \\
Journey to beautiful San Carlos
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Visit and swim in the local hot springs
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Evening viewing of the Arenal Volcano
DAY 3: SAN CARLOS \\
Full-day excursion to the Río Frío
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Discover the local flora and fauna during a boat trip
Discover the breathtaking Monteverde Cloud Forest including a thrilling canopy tour
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Journey to picturesque Manuel Antonio Begin to explore your new surroundings
DAY 8: SAN JOSÉ \\
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Experience the Pacific coast Tico culture and enjoy more of Manuel Antonio at your own pace
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Return to San José
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DAY 7: MANUEL ANTONIO \\
Visit the stunning scenery of Manuel Antonio National Park including a guided hike along the trails
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DAY 4: MONTEVERDE \\
Full hot breakfast and authentic Costa Rican dinners are plentiful and delicious Stay cool and hydrated with unlimited drinking water on your bus daily
See monkeys and caimans up close during a boat trip on the Río Frío Travel by horseback from Arenal towards Monteverde Cloud Forest Hike and explore Manuel Antonio National Park with an area guide
Scenic horseback riding excursion from the Arenal area to the lush cloud forest of Monteverde
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MONTEVERDE CLOUD FOREST CANOPY TOUR Gain a bird’s-eye perspective on the cloud forest as you explore via thrilling zip-lines, bridges and platforms.
HORSEBACK RIDE TO MONTEVERDE Travel as the native populations would, by horseback, from the Arenal region to the cloud forest of Monteverde.
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Coast to Coast - 9 DAYS Leave the beaten path behind. Discover remote Tortuguero and its fascinating wildlife under the guidance of local experts.
Exceptional Differences Quality Services \\
DAY 1: SAN JOSÉ \\
Begin to explore the vibrant capital of San José
DAY 2: TORTUGUERO \\
Explore the cloud forest of Braulio Carrillo National Park
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Continue on a riverboat journey to Tortuguero
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All meals are included while in Tortuguero
DAY 3: TORTUGUERO \\
Full day to explore the wonders of the Tortuguero National Park
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Sightseeing of the park’s vegetation and wildlife includes boat tours and hiking
DAY 5: SAN CARLOS \\
Discover the beautiful La Fortuna Waterfall
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Visit and swim in the local hot springs
DAY 6: GUANACASTE COAST \\
Scenic drive past Arenal Lake to the beautiful white beaches of Costa Rica’s northern Pacific coast
DAY 8: SAN JOSÉ \\
Visit the artistic hub of Sarchí
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Continue on to San José
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Costa Rican folklore show and dinner
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DAY 9: DEPART FOR HOME
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DAY 7: GUANACASTE COAST \\
Full hot breakfast and authentic Costa Rican dinners are plentiful and delicious Stay cool and hydrated with unlimited drinking water on your bus daily
The day is yours to experience the local culture and explore the beach ecosystem
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All meals (even lunches!) are included while in Tortuguero National Park Discover the breathtaking La Fortuna Waterfall Learn about local crafts and see where they’re made in quaint Sarchí
DAY 4: SAN CARLOS \\
Travel to La Fortuna in the San Carlos region
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Evening viewing of the majestic Arenal Volcano
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¡Pura Vida! - 12 DAYS Experience it all, from nature to culture to adventure, on our most comprehensive Costa Rica tour.
Exceptional Differences Quality Services \\
DAY 1: SAN JOSÉ \\
Begin to explore the capital city of San José
DAY 2: TORTUGUERO \\
Explore the cloud forest of Braulio Carrillo National Park
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Continue on a riverboat journey to Tortuguero
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All meals are included while in Tortuguero
DAY 3: TORTUGUERO \\
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Full day to explore the wonders of the Tortuguero National Park Sightseeing of the park’s vegetation and wildlife includes boat tours and hiking
DAY 4: SAN CARLOS \\
Travel to the quaint town of La Fortuna
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Evening viewing of the majestic Arenal Volcano
DAY 5: SAN CARLOS \\
Discover the beautiful La Fortuna Waterfall
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Visit and swim in the local hot springs
DAY 6: MONTEVERDE \\
Travel to stunning Monteverde and begin to discover its diverse collection of flora and fauna
DAY 7: MONTEVERDE \\
Explore the breathtaking Monteverde Cloud Forest including a thrilling canopy tour
DAY 8: MANUEL ANTONIO \\
Visit the Carara Biological Reserve
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Continue along the Pacific coast to Manuel Antonio
DAY 9: MANUEL ANTONIO \\
Visit the stunning scenery of Manuel Antonio National Park including a guided hike along the trails
DAY 10: MANUEL ANTONIO \\
HOT SPRINGS VISIT Respect the earth’s power and warmth as you dip in the therapeutic waters of the hot springs at the base of Arenal Volcano.
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Journey back to the capital of San José
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Costa Rican folklore show and dinner
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All meals (even lunches!) are included while in Tortuguero National Park Discover the breathtaking La Fortuna Waterfall Hike and explore Manuel Antonio National Park with an area guide
DAY 12: DEPART FOR HOME EXTENSION: Extra night in San José including the services of your ACIS Tour Manager
MONTEVERDE CLOUD FOREST CANOPY TOUR Gain a bird’s-eye perspective on the cloud forest as you explore via thrilling zip-lines, bridges and platforms. COSTA RICAN FOLKLORE SHOW IN SAN JOSÉ Experience the traditional songs, stories, dances and customs of the native Tico people.
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Experience the Pacific coast Tico culture and enjoy more of Manuel Antonio at your own pace
cultural connections: TORTUGUERO NATIONAL PARK BOAT TRIP AND HIKE Spot native flora and fauna as you cruise through the National Park.
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Full hot breakfast and authentic Costa Rican dinners are plentiful and delicious Stay cool and hydrated with unlimited drinking water on your bus daily
Monteverde Cloud Forest San Carlos (2) Tortuguero (2) (2) San José Carara (1,1) Biological Reserve Manuel Antonio (3)
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Insider’s Dominican Republic 8 DAYS
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A perfect combination of adventure, cultural exploration and history with loads of hands-on fun, all just a short flight away. DAY 1: SANTO DOMINGO
DAY 4: SOSUA
DAY 7: SANTO DOMINGO
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Begin to explore Santo Domingo
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Discover the Río Grande de Abajo Community in Altamira
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All meals are included on this tour
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Chocolate cultivation and processing workshop
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Traditional lunch in the homes of local Dominican families
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Cascade down the 27 Waterfalls of Damajagua
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Arrive in Sosua
DAY 2: SANTO DOMINGO \\
Chu-Chu Colonial historical train tour of the Colonial Zone includes the Cathedral of Santa Maria la Menor, the Ozama Fortress and the Franciscan Monastery ruins
DAY 3: SANTIAGO \\
Drive to lovely San Cristobal
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Explore Pomier Caves Anthropological Reserve
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Continue on to scenic Santiago
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Leon Jimenez Cultural Center and Cigar Factory
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Evening exploration of the illuminated Monumento a los Héroes de la Restauración
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Dinner at an authentic local restaurant
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Evening Santo Domingo Culture Quest
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Community service project
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Snorkeling in Sosua Bay \\
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Excursion to Yasica includes a thrilling canopy tour
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Return to Sosua
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Dominican dance lesson
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Boat ride down the Yasica River
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Bonfire dinner on the beach
Stay cool and hydrated with free water bottles on your bus daily Enjoy three healthy and hearty meals included each day
A home cooked meal with a local family is not only delicious, but a chance for cultural exchange Learn about chocolate cultivation and processing during a workshop before sampling the delicous flavors Enjoy some of the best snorkeling in the world in Sosua Bay
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cultural connections: CHOCOLATE CULTIVATION AND PROCESSING WORKSHOP HOME HOSTED LUNCH WITH DOMINICAN FAMILY COMMUNITY SERVICE PROJECT IN SOSUA
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San Cristobal
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CANOPY TOUR IN YASICA DOMINICAN DANCE LESSON SANTO DOMINGO CULTURE QUEST Visit www.acis.com/dom for full descriptions of these immersive cultural activities.
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Insider’s Cuban Heritage - 9 DAYS Unlock the secrets of our close-yet-controversial neighbor on this highly immersive tour of Cuba.
Exceptional Differences Quality Services \\
DAY 1: MIAMI Arrive in Miami for an orientation meeting and review of documents
DAY 2: HAVANA \\
Flight from Miami to Havana
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Visit a local printing and engraving workshop
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DAY 5: VIÑALES Travel to the Viñales Valley
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Meet with a local farmer community
Scenic coastal drive to Matanzas
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Soroa orchid farms and waterfall
Interact with artists and visit the sculpture garden at Coincidencia Farm
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Visit a local artist in his studio
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Arrive in Varadero
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Learn about the Communitarian Project in Las Terrazas from its environmental scientists
Canon ceremony at La Cabaña fortress
DAY 3: HAVANA Meet with students of the colorful Muraleando Project
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Canoe the subterranean river of the Cueva del Indio
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Choral performance by Coro Luna at the historic Hotel Nacional
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View the Mural de la Prehistoria
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Visit a local tobacco farm and discuss the traditional agricultural economy
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Meet with locals artists and craftspeople in the Viñales Valley
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Attend a live student rehearsal at the Habana Compas Dance School, including a Q&A session with students and choreographers
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Learn from and then compete against local players in the fun game of dominos Hop in a canoe for a different perspective on the dramatic scenery After a choral concert, meet and enjoy a cultural exchange with the student performers
Miami (1)
Visit the Domino Federation and learn to play
Las Terrazas
Varadero (2)
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In addition to an expert tour manager, an ACIS staff member will also be on hand 24/7 to facilitate logistics Stay cool and hydrated with free water bottles on your bus daily
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Havana (3)
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The Inca Trail - 10 DAYS From the capital city of Lima to stunning ancient sites, explore the richness of Incan and Peruvian culture.
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DAY 1: LIMA \\
Begin to explore Lima, Peru’s capital city
DAY 2: LIMA \\
Guided sightseeing includes the Plaza de Armas, Gold Museum and Archaeological Museum
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San Francisco Church
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Santo Domingo Convent
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Flight from Lima to Cuzco
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Guided sightseeing tour shows you this historic city
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Sacsayhuamán fortress
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Tambo Machay
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Kenko shrine
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Puca Pucara
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Evening dinner and show in Cuzco
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Train from Cuzco to Machu Picchu
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Guided sightseeing tour of Machu Picchu, followed by free time to discover more on your own
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Arrive in nearby Aguas Calientes
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Visit Machu Picchu again for further exploration of this incomparable Incan wonder Return to Cuzco by train in the afternoon
DAY 6: CUZCO
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Travel to Juliaca, stopping en route in the towns of Racchi and Andahuaylillas
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Arrive in Puno, Peru’s folklore capital
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Cross Lake Titicaca by boat
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Taquile Island
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Uros Islands visit and Uros Indians cultural exchange
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Explore the ancient Chullpa Tombs of Sillustani
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Flight from Juliaca to Lima
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Overnight flight to the USA
Full-day excursion to the Sacred Valley
DAY 10: ARRIVE IN THE USA
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Visit the small village of Pisac
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Pisac Indian Market
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Ollantaytambo ruins
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Extra night in Lima including the services of your ACIS Tour Manager
Overnighting in Aguas Calientes close to Machu Picchu, allows you to arrive for sunrise and beat the crowds Stay cool and hydrated with free water bottles on your bus daily
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Machu Picchu is too spectacular to see just once—visit it twice over two days Explore the wondrous Inca ruins at Ollantaytambo Cross Lake Titicaca by boat for a cultural exchange with the Uros people
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cultural connections: PISAC INDIAN MARKET Navigate market stalls stocked with local handicrafts, interacting with members of the native communities who come to buy and sell goods.
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VISIT LAKE TITICACA AND MEET THE UROS INDIANS Learn about the unique nature of the Uros Islands and the native communities that construct them and reside there.
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Mystical Mexico - 8 DAYS Visit Mexico and discover Mayan history as well as the country’s natural beauty.
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Chichén Itzá Sound and Light Show
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Explore the incredible ruins of the Chichén Itzá Archaeological Site
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Ecuador and the Galápagos Islands - 9 DAYS Follow in the footsteps of Darwin on this once-in-alifetime experience. OVERNIGHTS: QUITO 3, GALÁPAGOS 4, QUITO 1 \\
Guided sightseeing of Quito viewing Independence Square and the Church and Convent of Santo Domingo
Cenote swim
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Visit the equatorial Mitad del Mundo and Intiñan Museum
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Guided sightseeing tour of Mérida includes the Palacio de Gobierno’s vibrant murals
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Full-day excursion to the Northern Highlands
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Otavalo Crafts Market
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Full-day excursion to discover the ruins at Uxmal
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Flights between Quito and the Galápagos
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Evening folklore show in Mérida
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Cerro Mesa Ecological Reserve
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Visit the colonial town of Izamal Convento de San Antonio
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Reforestation or turtle monitoring service project
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Valladolid
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Charles Darwin Research Station
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Visit the eco-archaeological theme park of Xcaret, including tubing and Mayan ball game re-creation
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Isabela Island and Flamingo Lagoon
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Sierra Negra Volcano and Volcan Chico
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Explore the cliff-side ruins of Tulum
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Giant Tortoise Breeding Center at Puerto Villamil
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Visit Playa del Carmen
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Snorkeling at Las Tintoreras
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Tortuga Bay
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Sámara Beach Spanish Language Study - 8 DAYS
Antigua Spanish Language Study - 8 DAYS
Practice Spanish in the classroom, with your new family and on the beach in this picturesque corner of Costa Rica.
Perfect your Spanish in between cultural excursions and getting to know your host family.
OVERNIGHTS: SÁMARA BEACH 7
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7 nights, breakfasts and dinners shared with your homestay family in Sámara Beach, Costa Rica and lunches arranged by the school
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7 nights and all meals shared with your homestay family in Antigua, Guatemala
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Four hours of daily language study in small groups of six students at the Sámara Beach language school campus, located near town on the beautiful Pacific shore in the Guanacaste area
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Six hours of daily one-on-one private language study at the oldest of the Spanish language schools in Antigua, and the only school which teaches Spanish and also various Mayan languages
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Cultural activities and excursions such as cooking and surfing lessons, a kayaking excursion, pickup soccer with local students, a nature walk and a canopy tour with zip-line rides through the rainforest
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Cultural activities and excursions such as sightseeing and the Museo del Café in Antigua, an excursion to a macadamia nut farm, the archaeological excavations at Ciudad Vieja, and excursions to Chichicastenango’s famed market and Panajachel, on the shores of scenic Lake Atitlán
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MAKE THE AMERICAS YOUR OWN More than 75% of our group leaders customize their tours a little or a lot. Here are just a few ideas of ways you can modify or build your perfect tour. FOR MORE WAYS TO PERSONALIZE YOUR TOUR, VISIT WWW.ACIS.COM/MENU
MEXICO
THE BAHAMAS
CUBA
GUATEMALA EL SALVADOR
BELIZE HONDURAS
PUERTO RICO (US) DOMINICAN REPUBLIC
NICARAGUA Learn more about one of the world’s greatest civil engineering feats FRENCH GUIANA as you explore the Panama Canal.
COSTA RICA
GUYANA SURINAME
VENEZUELA
PANAMA
COLOMBIA
Spend time with children in need at an orphanage in Mexico.
Visit a local school to gain first hand knowledge of daily life in the Dominican Republic.
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Tour a banana plantation to understand the significance of these crops to the Costa Rican economy.
BRAZIL
PERU BOLIVIA
Rio de Janeiro
PARAGUAY CHILE Soak up the power and beauty of the Iguazú Falls separating Argentina and Brazil.
URUGUAY ARGENTINA Ride the cable car up Sugarloaf Mountain for a spectacular view over Rio de Janeiro.
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MOST POPULAR Dynastic China – Page 129 Visit three of the most important Chinese cities on this tour to see how China’s transformation is fueled by its urban landscapes. STAFF PICK Yokoso Japan! – Page 130 Both ancient and modern, Japanese culture is fascinating and awaits your discovery. LYNNE FREEMAN, REGIONAL DIRECTOR, WEST COAST
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Dynastic China - 9 DAYS Visit three of the most important Chinese cities on this tour to see how China’s transformation is fueled by its urban landscapes.
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Shadow Show at Wild Goose Pagoda
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Forbidden City
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Evening Shanghai Acrobatic Show
TAIJI EXERCISES Join locals for Taiji exercises and meditation on the grounds of the Temple of Heaven. VISIT WITH LOCAL STUDENTS IN SHANGHAI Compare typical Chinese and American school days with students at a Shanghai school.
Enjoy three healthy, hearty and authentic meals included each day Explore the famous Badaling section of China’s Great Wall Discover the eighth wonder of the world, the life-size Terra Cotta Warriors, with a local guide
Beijing (3)
Xi'an (2)
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Shanghai (2) SHANGHAI ACROBATIC SHOW Marvel at the Chinese acrobats’ performance: Juggling, Chinese yo-yo, contortionism, plate spinning, pole climbs and more.
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Two-night extension in Hong Kong, including the opportunity to see Kowloon, Hong Kong Island and Victoria Peak
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Yokoso Japan! - 9 DAYS Both ancient and modern, Japanese culture is fascinating and awaits your discovery. OVERNIGHTS: TOKYO 3, ATAMI 1, KYOTO 3
Tokyo (3)
Kyoto (3)
Guided sightseeing of Tokyo viewing the Tsukiji Fish Market, Meiji Shrine and Imperial Palace Plaza
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Mount Fuji’s Kawaguchiko 5th Station
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Lake Ashi cruise and Hakone sightseeing
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Owakudani Valley
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Japan Rail bullet train to Kyoto
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Guided sightseeing of Kyoto viewing Kinkakuji (the Golden Pavilion), Nijo Castle and Heian Shrine
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Sydney and the Great Barrier Reef - 11 DAYS
Iceland’s Natural Wonders -
Explore the best of “the land down under” on this tour of Sydney to the Great Barrier Reef.
Take in sublimely beautiful natural landscapes on day trips out of Reykjavik and Hvolsvöllur.
Harbour cruise viewing the famed Harbour Bridge
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Great Barrier Reef via by catamaran cruise with snorkeling and lunch
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Tjapukai Aboriginal Cultural Park
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Full day tour including Gullfoss, the Golden Waterfall, Great Geysir, and site of the world’s oldest democratic parliament
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Skogar Folk Museum
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Westman Islands
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MAKE ASIA-PACIFIC YOUR OWN
More than 75% of our group leaders customize their tours a little or a lot. RUSSIA
Here are just a few ideas of ways you can modify or build your perfect tour. FOR MORE WAYS TO PERSONALIZE YOUR TOUR, VISIT WWW.ACIS.COM/MENU
MONGOLIA Beijing
Receive a special briefing on US China relations at the Beijing American Center.
NEPAL
Tokyo
CHINA
BHUTAN BANGLADESH
INDIA
JAPAN
S. KOREA
N PAKISTAN
N. KOREA
TAIWAN
MYANMAR (BURMA)
Learn the cultural significance of the kimono, and try one on, in Tokyo.
LAOS THAILAND CAMBODIA
Tra Que
PHILIPPINES
VIETNAM
GUAM (USA)
SRI LANKA
Enjoy lunch with a local family in the Vietnamese village of Tra Que.
MALAYSIA
INDONESIA
PAPUA NEW GUINEA
SOLO Contemplate what true love means on a visit to the tomb of a Mughal emperor’s wife, the Taj Mahal.
Conquer “The Coathanger,” or Sydney Harbour Bridge, on this exhilarating climb.
AUSTRALIA Sydney
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MOST POPULAR Conservación Costa Rica – Page 134 Spend three days of this nine-day tour, protecting the natural nesting sites of sea turtles, and promoting their safety. STAFF PICK China’s Natural Wonders – Page 135 Not only will you explore many of China’s most famous sites, but you will also assist staff at a Panda Research Base with the conservation and protection of that endangered species. LIZ TYRRELL, REGIONAL DIRECTOR, CHICAGO OFFICE
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Service Learning All ACIS tours connect participants with the societies they visit. ACIS Service Learning tours push this ideology one step further, and provide participants the opportunity to actively contribute to the local community in a significant wa . The goal of each project is to educate and engage participants, while at the same time help a community in need. Depending on their school’s specific policies, students may use ACIS service wor to satisfy community service requirements.
Build Your Tour ACIS offers 12 service projects in Costa Rica, Dominican Republic, China, Ecuador and Peru. We’ve found that teachers who are interested in leading service learning tours generally want to customize their program to best suit their group. We make that easy; simply:
PP Choose your destination PP Select a service project PP Check out sample itineraries that include that project. These itineraries were developed by travel experts, and can be used as is, with slight modificatons or simpl as inspiration PP Review the menu of activities online at www.acis.com/menu for additional activities that may enhance your tour PP Talk to your program consultant! He or she is an expert and will work with you to build the tour that best suits your group and exceeds even your highest expectations!
“Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful committed citizens can change the world; indeed, it’s the only thing that ever has.”
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Costa Rica Community and Reforestation Service Project Sarapiquí Conservation Learning Center’s focus on both community development and ecological projects means your student volunteers will get the most out of their experience—including the chance to form friendships with other students. Begin with community-minded projects such as painting or grounds upkeep at local schools, followed by contributions to the local ecosystem and agriculture during reforestation work on area farms.
Sample Trips Grassroots Costa Rica: www.acis.com/eca Sarapiquí Conservation Learning Center: www.acis.com/slc
Sea Turtle Conservation Project Community Improvement Service Project in El Roble Connect with the local community during a homestay in El Roble, a rural town with a population of about 500, as you help improve its public resources during a service project. Projects will vary based on need, but may include working on a farm and cooking for a local family, painting school fences, and cleaning and painting the community center.
Sample Trip Captivating Costa Rica: www.acis.com/cri
Participate in an important coastal-marine conservation effort as you work collaboratively with your group to promote the nesting and hatching of leatherback sea turtles. Whether building hatcheries, removing debris from the nesting sites or collecting valuable data, you’ll be treated to a unique and insider look at the turtles’ ecosystem and life-cycle. Please note that we are regrettably unable to guarantee sea turtle sightings during the tour.
Sample Trip Conservación Costa Rica: www.acis.com/ctp
Animal Sanctuary Service Project Students have the opportunity to participate first-hand in the important conservatio efforts undertaken by La Marina Wildlife Rescue Center Foundation in Aguas Zarcas. Through projects such as feeding the animals, collecting data or building new enclosures, you’ll learn about Costa Rica’s diverse and threatened animal population and help to rehabilitate the sick and injured creatures that are relying on the sanctuary for survival.
Sample Trip Costa Rican Animal Sanctuary: www.acis.com/ani
Dominican Republic Coral Reef Data Collection Service Project Help save the Dominican Republic’s coral reefs and ocean ecosystem. Students will be based in Las Galeras and work with Reef Check Foundation. Founded in 1996 by marine biologist Dr. Gregor Hodgson, Reef Check Foundation is a nonprofit organization dedicate to the conservation of tropical coral reefs. After three days of Healthy Reef Protocol coursework that involves both classroom study and field wor accomplished through snorkeling, students will be ready to serve. During the subsequent three days they will collect data from the reefs that will be studied to ensure the reef’s continued health.
Rio Grande Abajo Community Project
Sample Trip Dominican Republic Reef Check: www.acis.com/drc
Live with a local family in rural Rio Grande Abajo, a small community that relies on an agriculturally-based economy. Students will work on projects that are run in cooperation with the Peace Corps to fulfill community needs. One large projec is building stoves. Other projects include work to enhance local, sustainable development such as composting and recycling. For groups that have the skills, larger construction projects are also available. Groups are encouraged to donate Spanish books and technical equipment to the community’s new library and computer lab.
Sample Trip Rio Grande Abajo Homestay and Study: www.acis.com/drg
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China Children’s School Service Project in Beijing Volunteer at a Beijing school for disadvantaged youth. During your visit you will share laughs and stories. You’ll break up the students’ routine and provide an experience they look forward to and enjoy. You will also develop an understanding of their daily lives, studies and challenges, and have the opportunity to contrast what you learn and experience with your own lifestyle and school system back home.
Sample Trips China’s Natural Wonders: www.acis.com/pnd Children of China: www.acis.com/chd
Giant Panda Research Base Service Project
Children’s School Service Project in Shanghai
Assist the staff at the Bifengxia Valley Giant Panda Research Base with the conservation and protection of this endangered species. During a volunteer orientation, learn about the pandas, how to care for them and what your work at the Research Base will entail. Activities vary based on what is needed, but may include cleaning the habitats, assisting with the garden, preparing food, feeding the pandas or assisting the Research Base scientists with data collection.
Volunteer at a school for less fortunate urban students. Meet the children and learn about the hardships they have endured. Compare and share details of your daily customs and activities. Many groups bring along school supplies or gifts to distribute to the children.
Sample Trip China’s Natural Wonders: www.acis.com/pnd
Sample Trip Children of China: www.acis.com/chd
Tree Planting in Xi’an Work with community members and plant native trees to help with Xi’an’s reforestation efforts. Project staff will not only teach students how to perform the service, they will also explain the importance of reforestation to maintaining a sustainable ecosystem.
Sample Trips China’s Natural Wonders: www.acis.com/pnd Children of China: www.acis.com/chd
Ecuador
Peru
Amazon Animal Service Project
Janaq Chuquibamba Andean Community Project
During this service project your group will work at one of two potential animal rescue facilities, based on their current needs. The Monkey Sanctuary is dedicated to the conservation and rehabilitation of rescued primates. Students will care for animals, maintain the center or construct new enclosures. The Amazon Animal Rescue Centre works in the fight against the trafficking and abuse of wild animals. Here, studen will care for animals, pick and prepare their food or build enclosures.
Because at such high altitudes very few crops grow, students will work with the community to build a greenhouse that cultivates fruits and vegetables. Greenhouses contribute to the ambitious initiative of combating malnutrition and advancing food sovereignty in the Andean region of Peru.
Sample Trip Ecuador Animal Rescue: www.acis.com/aan
Sample Trip Andes Adventures and Service: www.acis.com/pja
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