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GRAND EUROPEAN TRAVEL

Welcome to Grand European Travel

Ready for a vacation but don’t want to deal with the hassle of putting it all together?

For over 40 years, our west coast team has provided our guests with a stress-free and affordable way to plan their vacations. We’re their first-choice travel agency for booking award-winning guided tours and river cruises, and our collection of popular itineraries, from budget to all-inclusive luxury, is carefully curated with 300+ worldwide vacations to choose from. We’ve featured some of our favorite trips in this brochure and invite you to explore even more Europe, Americas, South Pacific, Asia, and Africa vacations on our website.

With demand for travel at an all-time high, we know that arranging a trip can be time-consuming and overwhelming. That’s why our Platinum-rated Travel Specialists handle all the details for you. From finding the perfect trip to booking flights, we offer peace of mind and expert guidance throughout the planning process. Plus, with access to exclusive deals and discounts, our team can help you plan a memorable trip that meets your interests and budget.

Looking for a great deal on your next vacation?

If you flexible about where you want to go and when we can help lock in great prices with our GETAWAY Deals featuring special savings up to 15% off worldwide tours. Check out GETours.com/deals to secure a great deal on a fantastic vacation.

We provide unbeatable service every step of the way, putting you at the heart of everything we do. See for yourself why our guests rate us so highly and why we’ve been awarded Feefo’s prestigious Platinum Trusted Service Award time and time again at GETours.com/reviews.

Give our friendly and experienced team a call today. We can’t wait to see where you go next.

Happy Travels,

PRESIDENT, GRAND EUROPEAN TRAVEL

Grand European Travel is a proud member of the Travel Corporation, and is your go-to resource for insider-access to internationally renowned and award-winning brands including Trafalgar, Insight Vacations, Costsaver, Uniworld Boutique River Cruises and Luxury Gold, all owned and operated by The Travel Corporation (TTC), a family-owned company with a 100+ year history.

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Save Time AND Money

Some people like planning trips, and that’s why they work for us. Along with organizing your trip, GET Travel Specialists have access to exclusive discounts and sale prices across award-winning travel brands owned and operated by The Travel Corporation (TTC). That means you get incredible vacations and extra cash in your wallet.

All of the Fun — None of the Worry

With travel logistics more complicated than ever, everything is taken care of when you go guided, so you never have to handle the details alone. Your GET Travel Specialist, on-trip Travel Director, and Driver handle all the logistics for you. And our 365-day Global Guest Services Team backs up your dedicated on-the-road team.

You’re Our #1 Priority

Safety is top-of-mind, no matter where in the world you travel. We vet all hotels, venues, and suppliers to meet our stringent hygiene and safety standards, so you don’t have to. Our hygiene protocols are evaluated regularly and adapted to meet the highest standards, and our Travel Directors and Drivers constantly monitor and follow wellbeing protocols.

Like Minded Explorers = Friends for Life

Traveling with a group adds a unique element to your vacation. You’re all there for the same reason: to have fun, relax, experience another culture, and create unforgettable memories together. It’s such an enjoyable way to explore the world that it’s no wonder so many guests stay in touch.

When in Rome…

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Say you’re traveling independently and looking for an authentic view of your destination. Who would you ask? Someone who lives there, of course. When you go guided with us, we’ll introduce you to our worldwide network of ‘Local Specialists’ so you can experience the world’s greatest cities through their eyes. It’s like visiting a friend who is excited to show off their favorite places in their hometown.

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More Than a Meal

You can try to find the best places to eat on your own, or you can book a trip with us, and we’ll introduce you to local culinary scenes in ways you can only imagine family-hosted meals, farm-to-table gems, famous locales, celebrated chefs, and so much more. No matter your destination, you’ll get an authentic taste of the regional cuisine with locals excited to share it with you.

Sit Back, Relax — We’ve Got You

Imagine this... great hotels, culinary experiences, visiting iconic sites with a local by your side, never worrying about a language barrier or directions PLUS comfortable transpor tation from one place to the next — all arranged for you, not by you. Unwind, explore, and enjoy the scenery. Traveling at its finest.

Don’t Just See it — Live It

Tourists see things. Travelers experience them. With us, you always explore as a traveler and go way beyond the guidebooks. Learn to shuck oysters on a seafood farm on the Croatian coast. Explore the Sistine Chapel after it’s closed to the public and pair that with a private dinner amidst the treasures of the Vatican Museums. We make that, and plenty more, happen.

We Know Because We Go

Your Travel Director is an expert in their field with their finger on the pulse of your destination. You never have to worry if an attraction is closed, about directions, who or how much to tip, or checking into a foreign hotel. That means no unpleasant surprises, language barriers, or stress. Simply worry-free travel.

Skip the Lines

We’ve got exclusive access to all the big attractions, and we’re not afraid to use it. You’ll visit famous museums without crowds, take the fast lane past long lines, and never have to worry about making a reservation ahead of time. All while your travel team works to ensure you get the best access to all the must-see sites you’ve dreamed of seeing. VIP treatment? Yes, please.

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PERFECTLY PLANNED TOURS WITH 24/7 SUPPORT

Travel with Ease

With your Travel Director by your side, every thing is taken care of from the moment you arrive in your destination. Just sit back, relax and enjoy.

Enjoy the Sights

We hold a deep knowledge of the icons and iconic experiences so you discover the best of wherever you choose to go.

Local Access

Our tours are built with real insight of how the locals live. Our extensive global network gets you interactions and one-of-a-kind experiences you won’t find elsewhere.

Feel Good Travel

Each tour isn’t just a great experience, it does ‘good’ too, making a positive impact for the people and places we visit.

RISK FREE AND FLEXIBLE BOOKING OPTIONS

30-Day Deposit Refund Guarantee

Reserve any guided vacation with a low deposit. If you change your mind within 30 days, we’ll refund your deposit — no questions asked.

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Flexible Change Options

Book today knowing you are free to change your travel plans up to 60 days before your trip departs on most itineraries. Switch dates or pick a new destination for total peace of mind.

Financial Reassurance

As a proud member of TTC, our financial strength, integrity and US $300m in assets gives the booking reassurance today’s traveler needs.

With low rates and easy autopayments, your dream vacation has never been more affordable through our partners at Uplift. Simple, safe and convenient, you can book and travel now and pay your trip off over time. Read more at GETours.com/uplift-financing

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WELLBEING AND SAFE TRAVELS

Book and travel with the knowledge that your wellbeing always comes first. TTC brands collaborated with the World Travel and Tourism Council (WTTC) to align and create global protocols which were awarded the WTTC Safe Travels Stamp. This, coupled with our up-to-date knowledge on national and regional government authority regulations and the World Health Organization (WHO) guidelines, ensures our on-trip standards focus on the wellbeing of our guests.

BEST VALUE FOR YOUR VACATION DOLLAR

Now more than ever, guided tours and river cruises deliver you the biggest bang for your vacation buck. Every trip includes the services of a seasoned Travel Director, hotels, most meals, guided sightseeing, visits to top attractions, and unique one-of-a-kind experiences with locals you’d be hardpressed to do on your own.

EXCEPTIONAL SERVICE

We take the time to get to know you and your preferences. From your first call, you’ll work with a personal Travel Specialist who will help you find the perfect trip for your travel style and budget.

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So what’s your travel style?

Independent, like to explore on your own but want the basics covered:

Costsaver is for you

Hassle free travel with everything handled for you — looking to meet great people, eat great food, enjoy great sightseeing, have immersive experiences:

Trafalgar is for you

Your ultimate unpackaged tour that lets you make it your own by adding optional trips or doing your own thing.

WHAT’S INCLUDED

• Itineraries to popular destinations

• Orientation tours in major cities

• Quality 3 and 4 hotels

• Breakfast daily (Europe) and some meals (varies by trip)

• Experienced Travel Director and Driver

• Luxury motorcoach

• Choice of optional excursions available for purchase to customize your trip

• Departure and arrival airport transfers with purchase of air/land package (excludes North America tours — conditions apply)

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WHAT’S INCLUDED

• Fully loaded itineraries — perfectly balanced for included sightseeing, visits — and free time

• Guided sightseeing with local experts in major cities

• Immersive ‘Be My Guest’ experience on every trip

• Visits to top attractions and must-see sights

• MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® experiences on most itineraries

• Multiple meals including breakfast daily and local wine with most dinners

• Trusted chain hotels including Hilton and Marriott as well as unique cultural properties

• Expert Travel Director and Driver

• Luxury motorcoach

• Porterage luggage service in all hotels

• Choice of optional excursions available for purchase to complement your destination

• Departure and arrival airport transfers with purchase of air/land package (excludes North America tours — conditions apply)

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TOURS (& CRUISES) FOR ANYONE & EVERYONE

Travels with a smaller group, typically flies business class with extra legroom, and appreciates premium hotels and one-of-a-kind experiences: Insight Vacations is for you

Guided tours for the premium traveler looking for a more intimate experience, with Business Class seating and choice of group size.

WHAT’S INCLUDED

• Choice of “Classic Group” up to 40 guests or “Small Group” up to 24 guests on most itineraries

• Balanced itineraries featuring Insight Choice — sightseeing options to customize your trip based on your interests

• Guided sightseeing with local experts in major cities

• Visits to top attractions and must-see sights

• MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® experiences on every itinerary

• Farm-to-table or choice of dining options on most trips

• Multiple meals including breakfast daily and local wine with dinner

• Luxury 40 seat motorcoaches with Business Class legroom

• Centrally located hotels in most locations

• Expert Travel Director and Driver

• Porterage luggage service in all hotels

• Choice of optional excursions available for purchase to complement your destination

• Departure and arrival airport transfers with purchase of air/land package (excludes North America tours — conditions apply)

Enjoys luxury all-inclusive travel, or traveling to celebrate a milestone or special occasion: Uniworld River Cruises is for you

The world’s best and most awarded luxury river cruise line. All-inclusive travel with luxury accommodations, world-class gourmet cuisine, and impeccable hospitality.

WHAT’S INCLUDED

• Boutique ships beautifully designed to showcase the destination with every luxury and comfort in mind

• The most personal service compliments of the most tenured crew on the rivers

• Masterfully prepared fine dining using farm-totable ingredients

• Unlimited choice of premium spirits and wines (some exclusions apply)

• Your choice of carefully curated shore excursions

• Onboard entertainment

• A multitude of wellness opportunities

• In-Suite butler service in select categories

• All gratuities onboard

• Ship wide internet and Wi-Fi access

• All scheduled airport transfers

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MAKE TRAVEL MATTER®:

Every choice you make, makes a difference to the world around you. When you travel, you can do your part in making a positive impact through rich, local encounters that will leave their mark long after you return home.

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our sustainability strategy

In 2008, our parent company, the Travel Corporation (TTC) asked a question: how do we make travel matter? In response, our TreadRight™ Foundation was formed to ensure our love of travel was protected for future generations. Our vision was simple, to ensure our impact on the planet we call home, the people we visit, and the rich wildlife we encounter is a positive one.

With more than 60 projects underway worldwide, 2020 saw the next evolution of our commitment, with the launch of our How We Tread Right 5-year sustainability strategy that focus on 11 goals tied to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. Our strategy is our commitment to address the issues that impact travel — and our planet — the most: climate, food, waste, travel experiences, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, and wildlife. Learn more about our efforts, including our net zero journey, at impact.ttc.com

MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experiences

These conscious travel experiences are included on our trips, with each experience being assessed against a set of criteria tied to the UN Global Goals and endorsed by industry experts.

TTC brands are committed to include one MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience on 50% of all tour itineraries by 2025. You’ll find these experiences marked on the itinerary pages within this brochure.

On our trips you’ll make a difference by:

• Supporting local businesses off the tourist trail and year-round

• Preserving rich cultures, generations-old traditions and wildlife

• Traveling paper-free, on plastic-free coaches and supporting initiatives like tree planting, beach clean-ups and maintaining heritage sites

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Great Britain & Ireland

From London’s multicultural melting pot to the bleak beauty of the Orkneys, Great Britain overflows with captivating culture and history. Explore heritage sites including Stonehenge, Edinburgh Castle, Buckingham Palace and Blarney Castle, and unwind in cozy pubs with fish and chips, a pint of Guinness, and traditional tunes. World class museums vie with romantic countryside, wrapped in 7,700 miles of unfolding coastlines.

Some of our favorite MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experiences that connect you with people, the planet and wildlife and promote the values of sustainable tourism in the communities we visit include:

CLIFFS OF MOHER

Help preserve the Cliffs of Moher for generations to come and learn about its extraordinary geology, history and the species that find sanctuary in its nooks and crannies.

Iconic Ireland & Ashford Castle (Online at GETours.com)

GIANTS CAUSEWAY

Learn how the National Trust is enabling farming and biodiversity to work together, supporting both wildlife and quality food production.

Country Roads of Ireland (Online at GETours.com)

BATH

Visit the incredibly well-preserved Roman Baths. Discover 2000 years of history and learn how this hub of culture is pioneering new educational investments to benefit the community.

Real Britain (Online at GETours.com)

BEST OF BRITAIN

11 DAYS FROM $3,395

INCLUDES London, York, Edinburgh, Loch Lomond, Glasgow, Lake Windermere, Cardiff, Glastonbury, Bath, Stonehenge

BRITAIN & IRELAND EXPLORER

15 DAYS FROM $4,850

INCLUDES London, Stratford-upon-Avon, York, Edinburgh, St. Andrews, Inverness, Loch Ness, Glencoe, Loch Lomond, Windermere, Lake District, Chester, Dublin, Killarney, Ring of Kerry, Waterford, Cardiff, Bath, Stonehenge

COUNTRY ROADS OF IRELAND

12 DAYS FROM $3,450

INCLUDES Dublin, Cork, Blarney, Killarney, Dingle, Cliffs of Moher, Aran Islands, Galway Bay, Londonderry, Giants Causeway, Ballygally, Belfast

IRISH HIGHLIGHTS

7 DAYS FROM $1,950

INCLUDES Dublin, Galway, Bunratty, Limerick, Cliffs of Moher, Killarney, Ring of Kerry, Blarney, Waterford, New Ross

IRISH ELEGANCE

8 DAYS FROM $3,025

INCLUDES Dublin, Cashel, Blarney, Killarney, Ring of Kerry, Cliffs of Moher, Galway, Connemara National Park, Cong

COUNTRY ROADS OF SCOTLAND

9 DAYS FROM $3,475

INCLUDES Edinburgh, St. Andrews, Inverness, Culloden, Loch Ness, Wick, Thurso, Orkney, Skye, Eilean Donan Castle, Loch Lomond, Glasgow

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10 Days starting from $2,495/person

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TRIP HIGHLIGHTS

Connect With Locals Meet Farmer John and his wife Christine and enjoy a few hours of Cumbria farm-life with a traditional ‘Be My Guest’ lunch and some Highland cow company thrown in for good measure

Explore Edinburgh with a ‘Local Specialist’

Discover York, Durham, Glasgow, Bristol and Bath

Visit Shakespeare’s Birthplace in Stratford-upon-Avon, Edinburgh Castle, Gretna Green, Ludlow, Wye Valley, the Roman Baths in Bath and the ancient stone circle at Stonehenge

View Anne Hathaway’s thatched cottage, York Minster, Hadrian’s Wall and Jedburgh Abbey

See the 18th green on the Old Course at St. Andrews and the Lake District

Travel to Europe often requires an overnight flight. Please arrange for flights to arrive on or before Day 1.

Day 1 Welcome to London

Explore the vibrant mix of old and new on this free day in London.

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Day 2 Journey to Stratford-upon-Avon & on to York

Join your Travel Director this morning and indulge your love of theater and poetry. We travel to romantic Stratford-upon-Avon, made famous by its favorite son, William Shakespeare. View Anne Hathaway’s thatched cottage and visit Shakespeare’s Birthplace and Visitor Center for insights into his life. Continue to the ancient cathedral city of York where we will enjoy an orientation walk to view its ancient city walls, picturesque

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Shambles and magnificent 800-year-old Minster. Join your Travel Director and fellow travel companions this evening for a memorable Welcome Reception and delicious local pub fare.

Day 3 Cross Hadrian’s Wall & onwards to Edinburgh (2 Nights)

We venture north to the medieval riverside town of Durham, whose exquisite 11thcentury cathedral sits imposingly alongside Durham Castle watching over the charming streets below. We cross what was once the northern frontier of the Roman Empire, Hadrian’s Wall, before enjoying a scenic drive through the breathtaking landscapes of Northumberland National Park. Admire spectacular views of the windswept Cheviot Hills as you cross the Scottish border, stopping to admire the 12th-century ruins of Jedburgh Abbey enroute to alluring Edinburgh.

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 Breakfast Day 4 Discover Enchanting Edinburgh

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Fall in love with the enchanting city of Edinburgh as you join a ‘Local Specialist’ to discover what lies behind its medieval façades. Ramble up the Royal Mile and enjoy astounding views of the Palace of Holyroodhouse and the Scottish Parliament. Visit Edinburgh Castle perched atop Castle Rock overlooking the city. Spend some free time this afternoon strolling through Edinburgh and admiring ancient relics. Tickets to see the spectacular Edinburgh Tattoo are included on departures that coincide with performance dates.

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Day 5 Venture into the Scottish Highlands

Cross the Firth of Forth to the ancient Kingdom of Fife and St. Andrews. This famous golf course is renowned for its 18th hole and 700-year-old Swilcan Bridge. We continue our journey into the dramatic Scottish Highlands. Visit picture-perfect Pitlochry, on the edge of the Ben Vrackie and Cairngorms National Park, before arriving at your hotel in the Scottish Highlands where you’ll dine tonight.

 Highlander  Breakfast, Dinner Day 6 Onwards

to Loch Lomond & Glasgow’s Rich Legacy

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2023 DEPARTURES

MAY 5, 12, 19

JUN 2, 23, 30

JUL 7, 14, 21

AUG 4, 18, 25

SEP 1, 8, 15, 22

OCT 13

2024 DEPARTURES

MAR 29

APR 5, 12, 19, 26

MAY 3, 10, 17, 24, 31

JUN 7, 14, 21, 28

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Day 7 Explore the Lake District & Journey to Liverpool

Novotel  Breakfast

The arresting beauty of the Scottish Highlands provides a stunning backdrop for today’s leisurely drive to Glasgow. View the World War II Commando Memorial at Spean Bridge and admire views of Britain’s highest mountain — Ben Nevis. See Glencoe, the site of a bloody massacre in 1692 following the Jacobite Uprising, and travel to the ‘bonnie’ banks of Scotland’s prettiest loch, Loch Lomond. We arrive in Glasgow this afternoon where our orientation will take us past St. Mungo’s Cathedral and George Square, lined with statues and monuments dedicated to famous British subjects, including Robert Burns and Sir Robert Peel.

Today’s f irst stop is in the runaway wedding capital Gretna Green, where eloping couples would exchange their vows over the Marriage Anvil. Returning to England, we ‘Connect With Locals,’ joining farmer John and his wife Christine for lunch at a ‘Be My Guest’ experience in the company of Highland cows. See beautiful Lake District landscapes and skirt the romantic shores of Lake Windermere, the largest lake in England, arriving in edgy Liverpool of ‘Fab Four’ fame, for an evening at leisure.

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JUL 5, 12, 19, 26

AUG 2, 9, 11, 16, 23, 30

SEP 6, 13, 20, 27

OCT 4, 11

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Gratuities: Ask your Travel Specialist if you’d like to pre-pay the gratuities for your Travel Director & Driver.

Military Tattoo: Tickets for the Royal Edinburgh

Military Tattoo are included on the Aug 4. 11, 18 (2023) & Aug 2, 9, 11, 16 (2024) departures.

 Mercure Atlantic Tower  Breakfast, Lunch

8 Through the Beautiful Welsh Countryside to Discover Bristol

This morning, we traverse the pretty Welsh countryside before we visit the Shropshire market town of Ludlow with some time to explore on your own. Later, arrive in Bristol for an orientation drive. Join us for an ‘Optional Experience’ that will take us out to the SS Great Britain as well as the Clifton Suspension Bridge along with all the other highlights of Bristol. As the curtain comes down on a memorable journey through England and Scotland, we enjoy a Farewell Dinner in a local restaurant with our Travel Director and newfound friends.

The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo

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 Mercure Holland House  Breakfast, Dinner

Day 9 Soak up Bath & Stonehenge then off to London

Journeying back to London, we visit the UNESCO-listed city of Bath to admire its elegant Georgian façades and the Roman baths from which the city takes its name. Emerging from the Salisbury Plain, the imposing monoliths of Stonehenge are our final stop before continuing to London for a final night at leisure.  Hilton Kensington  Breakfast

Day 10 Goodbye London

We bid ‘Old Blighty’ a fond farewell as we prepare to return home after a memorable vacation.  Breakfast

Please note: Hotels in the Scottish Highlands are generally simpler establishments typical of the region.

Military bands from around the world travel to Edinburgh Castle to perform rousing tunes, culminating in the haunting bugle call of the Last Post.

BRITa IN & IREL a N D HIGHLIGHTS

10 Days starting from $2,995/person

TRIP HIGHLIGHTS

Dive Into Culture Visit the Guinness Storehouse to see how the world’s most famous stout is created, then enjoy the distinctive taste of a perfectly chilled pint of Guinness. Admire Ireland’s finest thoroughbreds at the Irish National Stud Farm. Learn how crystal is crafted at the House of Waterford Crystal during a workshop tour Explore Edinburgh, Belfast and Dublin with a ‘Local Specialist’

Discover York, Glasgow, Cardiff and Bath

Visit Shakespeare’s Birthplace in Stratford-upon-Avon, Gretna Green, Edinburgh Castle, Japanese Garden, the Roman Baths in Bath and the ancient stone circle at Stonehenge

View York Minster, Glasgow Cathedral and George Square, City Hall in Belfast, Kilkenny Castle and Gardens

See the Principality Stadium in Cardiff

Visit the oldest and largest vineyard in Wales where you’ll learn how the Norris family is using environmentally friendly and sustainable farming practices

Day 1 Welcome to London

London bids you a warm welcome to its regal traditions and centuries-old heritage. Stroll through its Royal Parks relaxing after your journey or take to its streets to admire elegant façades merged with the modern verve of a global capital that marches to its own multi-cultural tune.  Park Plaza Riverbank

Day 2 Stratford-upon-Avon, York & on to Harrogate

Join your Travel Director and delve into centuries of history today — tales of star-crossed lovers, tragic kings and Roman emperors are brought to life as we arrive in Stratford-upon-Avon and follow in the footsteps of Shakespeare. Visit his Birthplace and the Visitor Center, before embarking on a scenic drive north to the Viking city of York, where we’ll enjoy an orientation walk around its historic streets. View the cobbled Shambles, see the ancient city walls and the magnif icent York Minster. This evening, enjoy a Welcome Reception in our hotel in the Victorian spa town of Harrogate, our home for tonight.

 Crowne Plaza  Breakfast, Dinner

Travel to Europe often requires an overnight flight. Please arrange for flights to arrive on or before Day 1.

Beautiful Bath

Day 3 Through the Scenic Lake District to Glasgow (2 Nights)

We journey through the Yorkshire Dales National Park to the beautiful Lake District, which has inspired poets and writers for centuries. A highlight on our journey is England’s pretty Lake Windermere, which we’ll pass as we continue through countryside made famous by the poet William Wordsworth. We’ll cross the border into Scotland, to the runaway wedding capital of Gretna Green. Here eloping couples would tie the knot over the Marriage Anvil. We drive through the southern Uplands to vibrant Glasgow. Tonight, consider joining an ‘Optional Experience’ to Braveheart Country for a fabulous dinner and Scottish entertainment.

 Novotel  Breakfast Day

4 Explore Enchanting Edinburgh

From the cultural capital of Glasgow to enchanting Edinburgh, with its exquisite medieval façades, our encounter with Scotland will see us join a ‘Local Specialist’ for a memorable sightseeing tour. We’ll visit Edinburgh Castle, perched atop Castle Rock overlooking the city, and see the Royal Mile, the elegant Palace of Holyroodhouse and the new Scottish Parliament. Admire the elegant Georgian architecture in the New Town and amble through the secret lanes of Auld Reekie before returning to Glasgow this evening. Enjoy views of Glasgow Cathedral and George Square before a delicious meal at a local restaurant.

 Breakfast, Dinner Day 5 Cross the Irish Sea to Belfast & Dublin (2 Nights)

Follow the rugged Ayrshire coast, past the island of Ailsa Craig, the stepping stone from Ireland to Scotland. Board the ferry to Northern Ireland, then join a ‘Local Specialist’ to explore the crossroads of British and Irish culture in Belfast. We’ll view City Hall and the dock where the Titanic was built. This evening, we arrive in the vibrant capital of Ireland where we’ll spend the next two nights.

 Mespil/Clayton Ballsbridge  Breakfast

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6 Discover Diverse Dublin

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2023 DEPARTURES

MAY 7, 14

JUN 4, 11, 16, 23, 26, 30

JUL 14, 21, 28

AUG 11, 18, 25

SEP 1, 4, 10, 15, 18, 22, 29

OCT 20

2024 DEPARTURES

MAR 22, 29

APR 5, 12, 19, 21, 26, 28

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MAY 3, 5, 10, 12, 17, 19, 24, 26, 31

JUN 2, 7, 9, 14, 16, 21, 23, 24, 28, 30

JUL 5, 7, 12, 14, 19, 21, 26, 28

AUG 2, 4, 9, 11, 16, 18, 23, 25, 26, 30

SEP 1, 2, 6, 8, 9, 13, 15, 16, 20, 27, 30

OCT 4, 11, 18

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Day 7 Journey to Kilkenny & on to Waterford

Breakfast

‘Dive Into Culture’ and gain insights into the centuries-old tradition of Guinness brewing, and enjoy a Storehouse tour and a tasting and pouring technique demonstration. Drive through the pretty streets of Dublin with a ‘Local Specialist’ to admire the stately Georgian Squares, Trinity College and St. Patrick’s Cathedral, the tallest church in Ireland, before spending the rest of the day exploring the sights alone. Ramble through Temple Bar or Grafton Street, famous for its colorful street performers. This evening, consider joining an ‘Optional Experience’ to a rousing Irish cabaret performance.

‘Dive Into Culture’ this morning and gain insights into rearing world-class thoroughbreds at the Irish National Stud established in 1946. Enjoy a guided walk through the farm and take some time to stroll through its tranquil Japanese Gardens, regarded as the best in Europe. Admire the imposing medieval castle at Kilkenny before some free time for lunch. Our next stop sees us ‘Dive Into Culture’ yet again to witness the delicate craft of Waterford Crystal. We’ll watch master craftsmen at work during a tour of the workshop and see the exquisitely crafted pieces in the showroom.

Day 8 Ferry Across to Cultural Cardiff

An early start to our sightseeing sees us cross the Irish Sea to Wales by ferry and continue our journey to the Welsh capital of Cardiff to view the Wales Millennium Centre, National Assembly and historic Cardiff Castle, in the heart of the city. During your MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience, visit the oldest and largest vineyard in Wales. This evening, we ‘Connect With Locals,’ joining a local family for a Farewell Dinner ‘Be My Guest’ experience.

 Park Inn by Radisson City Centre  Breakfast, Dinner

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Soak up Bath & Stonehenge then off to London

Traversing the Severn Estuary into England, we arrive in the glorious UNESCO-listed Bath, with its elegant Georgian façades and world-famous Roman Baths from which the city derives its name. Journey across the scenic landscapes of Wiltshire, paying a visit to the mysterious monolithic stone circle at Stonehenge, then return to London.

Day 10 Farewell London

Say farewell to your traveling companions at the end of your vacation, as you prepare to fly home with wonderful memories.

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Mystical Stonehenge

“Best trip ever. Excellent local specialists. Highly recommend this tour.”

JEFFREY

WONDERS OF BRITa I N & IREL a N D

15 Days starting from $4,075/person

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TRIP HIGHLIGHTS

Connect With Locals Tales of rural Ireland are shared over a delicious ‘Be My Guest’ dinner of Irish Stew at Molly Gallivan’s 200-year-old cottage with the O’Sullivan family and their Kerry cows

Dive into Culture Learn how crystal is crafted at the House of Waterford Crystal during a workshop tour. Visit the Guinness Storehouse to see how the world’s most famous stout is created, then enjoy the distinctive taste of a perfectly chilled pint of Guinness

Explore Dublin and Edinburgh with a ‘Local Specialist’

Discover Bath, Cardiff, Chester, York and Oxford

Visit the ancient stone circle at Stonehenge, the Roman Baths in Bath, Blarney Castle to kiss the stone, the Rock of Cashel, Gretna Green, Edinburgh Castle, Alnwick, Shakespeare’s Birthplace in Stratfordupon-Avon and one of the famous colleges of Oxford (when open)

View the Principality Stadium in Cardiff, Alnwick Castle, York Minster, Anne Hathaway’s thatched cottage and Sir Winston Churchill’s grave at Bladon

See St. Patrick’s Cathedral, the Georgian Squares in Dublin and the Lake District’s magnificent scenery

Scenic Drive of the Ring of Kerry

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Day 1 Welcome to London (2 Nights)

Welcome to the cosmopolitan capital of London.

 Park Plaza County Hall

Day 2 Discover the Sights of London

Join a ‘Local Specialist’ today to explore the city’s favorite landmarks. See Big Ben, the Houses of Parliament and Buckingham Palace, before spending the rest of the day exploring at your own pace.

 Breakfast

Day 3 Stonehenge & Bath & on to Cardiff

Meet your Travel Director this morning. Stop at the ancient monoliths of Stonehenge, before driving west to Bath. Cross the Severn Estuary to Cardiff, viewing the Wales Millennium Centre and National Assembly in Cardiff Bay. Later, enjoy

Parliament, London

traditional Welsh pub fare and drinks at a rousing Welcome Reception.  Mercure Holland House/Park Inn by Radisson City Centre  Breakfast, Dinner Day 4 Onwards to Waterford

This morning, enjoy an orientation tour of Cardiff before crossing the Irish Sea by ferry and traveling to historic Waterford.  Marina/Fitzwilton  Breakfast, Dinner

Day 5 Admire Blarney Castle & Journey to Killarney (2 Nights)

‘Dive Into Culture’ and watch the master craftsmen of the renowned House of Waterford Crystal. Then, kiss the Blarney Stone to acquire the ‘gift of the gab’ before traveling to the picturesque town of Killarney.

Day 6 A Day on the Ring of Kerry

 Killarney  Breakfast

Experience the enduring beauty of Ireland’s most scenic coastal drive. See Daniel O’Connell’s Cahirsiveen, the fishing village of Waterville, the Black Valley and Moll’s Gap with its panoramic views. This evening, we ‘Connect With Locals’ at Molly Gallivan’s 200-year-old cottage, sharing a memorable ‘Be My Guest’ experience with the O’Sullivan family and their Kerry cows.  Breakfast, Dinner

Day 7 Journey to Cultural Dublin (2 Nights)

Visit the Rock of Cashel in County Tipperary, the seat of Irish kings for centuries. Later, travel to Dublin, joining a ‘Local Specialist’ for a sightseeing tour to see Trinity College, St. Patrick’s Cathedral and the stately Georgian Squares.

Hilton Garden Inn  Breakfast Day 8 Dublin Your Way

‘Dive Into Culture’ and explore the Guinness Brewery for a tour of the Storehouse, a tasting and pouring technique demonstration.

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9 The Sights of Chester & Liverpool

Admire the landscapes of Snowdonia National Park bound for Chester, with its characteristic Tudor Rows. We arrive later in Liverpool, joining our companions for a tasty Regional Dinner.

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Through the Lake District to Edinburgh (2 Nights)

Dinner

Skirt the shores of England’s largest lake, Windermere, as we travel through countryside made famous by poet William Wordsworth. We cross the Scottish border and visit the runaway wedding capital of Gretna Green.

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11 Discover Remarkable Edinburgh

Join a ‘Local Specialist’ for a sightseeing tour and visit to Edinburgh Castle. See Auld Reekie’s Royal Mile and the elegant Palace of Holyroodhouse, then admire the Georgian façades in Edinburgh’s New Town. Tickets to see the spectacular Edinburgh Tattoo are included on select departures.

Breakfast

Day 12 Venture to York

Journey south to the medieval market town of Alnwick, followed by York where you’ll walk through the cobblestone Shambles, and see the medieval walls and the York Minster, one of the greatest cathedrals in the world.

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13 On to Shakespeare’s Stratford-upon-Avon

Visit Shakespeare’s Birthplace and Visitor Center in Stratford-upon-Avon to see where the ‘Avon Bard’ was born and raised. View Anne Hathaway’s thatched cottage, then enjoy some free time to explore. This evening we join our fellow travelers and Travel Director for a Farewell Dinner.  Mercure Shakespeare  Breakfast, Dinner

Day 14 Journey through the Cotswolds to Oxford & London

Journey to the Cotswolds and visit the little churchyard at Bladon where Sir Winston Churchill is buried. Arriving in Oxford, we’ll enjoy an orientation tour of the city to view the Radcliffe Camera and the Bodleian Library and visit one of the university’s famous colleges (when open). Return to London this afternoon.  Park Plaza County Hall

Day 15 Goodbye London

Bid farewell to London.

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TRIP HIGHLIGHTS

Dive Into Culture Explore the tragic history of Ireland’s famine emigration at the Dunbrody Famine Ship Experience, a replica of one of the original ships used in the 1800s. Learn how crystal is crafted at the House of Waterford Crystal during a workshop tour Connect With Locals Enjoy a traditional ‘Be My Guest’ High Tea hosted in the Drawing Room of a stately 18th-century home near the charming town of Westport

Explore Dublin with a ‘Local Specialist’

Discover Waterford, Killarney, Limerick and Galway

Visit St. Patrick’s Cathedral in Dublin, Blarney Castle to kiss the stone and gain the ‘gift of the gab,’ Adare, Bunratty Folk Park, Connemara and Kylemore Abbey

View King John’s Castle in Limerick and the Marian Shrine in Knock

See St. Mary’s Cathedral in Limerick and Galway Cathedral Scenic Drive of the Ring of Kerry

Help preserve the Cliffs of Moher for generations to come and learn about its extraordinary geology, history and the species that find sanctuary in its nooks and crannies

Cliffs of Moher

Knock

Adare

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Day 1 Welcome to Ireland

We begin our journey in the whimsical capital of Dublin, joining a ‘Local Specialist’ to see the sights. Irish history takes center stage this evening as we visit St. Patrick’s Cathedral, one of the few buildings of medieval Dublin still left standing, for a Welcome Reception with your fellow travelers and Travel Director. Learn how the cathedral has played an integral role in Ireland’s history for over eight centuries and how its most prominent office-holder was none other than Jonathan Swift, the famous author.

 Hilton Garden Inn/Clayton Ballsbridge

Traditional Irish dancers

Day 2 Through Scenic County Wicklow to Waterford

Journey through the scenic countryside of County Wicklow, ‘The Garden of Ireland,’ and on to New Ross — the ancestral home town of John F. Kennedy. ‘Dive Into Culture’ and gain insights into the plight of the starving Irish emigrants who boarded the Dunbrody Famine Ship to flee the potato famine. We continue to Waterford, where we’ll stay overnight. This afternoon we celebrate the centuries-old craft of flint glass creations as we ‘Dive Into Culture’ at the House of Waterford Crystal, witnessing talented master craftsmen at work.

 Fitzwilton/Dooley’s/Marina  Breakfast, Dinner Day 3 Journey to Blarney & on to Killarney (2 Nights)

Today, pursue the ‘gift of the gab’ at Blarney Castle, where you’ll have a chance to kiss the famous stone. Arrive in Killarney for a two-night stay.

 Killarney Towers/Hotel Killarney  Breakfast, Dinner Day 4 A Day

on the Ring of Kerry

Ireland’s soul-stirring Ring of Kerry takes center stage today as we embark on a scenic drive past its mountains, lakes and lush green countryside — unquestionably one of the most scenic routes in Ireland. We’ll see Daniel O’Connell’s Cahirciveen, the fishing village of Waterville, Moll’s Gap and Black Valley, whose remoteness saw it become the last area in Ireland to receive electricity.  Breakfast Day 5 Onwards to Lively Limerick

We continue through the windswept countryside, arriving in Adare, one of the prettiest villages in Ireland. Our next stop is Limerick, where we’ll enjoy views of St. Mary’s Cathedral, the Treaty Stone and the 13th-century King John’s Castle during an orientation tour. Delve into an Ireland of old, as you discover the day-to-day life of the Irish during the 18th and 19th centuries on your included visit to Bunratty Castle and Folk Park this afternoon.

 The Inn at Dromoland/Greenhills  Breakfast Day

6 Admire the Cliffs of Moher & Onwards to Galway (2 Nights)

We journey to the magnificent Cliffs of Moher which plunge over 650 feet into the Atlantic waters below. Your MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience at this UNESCO-listed highlight along the Wild Atlantic Way is one you’ll never forget, and you’ll visit the interactive visitor center which will bring this natural treasure to life. Later, we arrive in Galway with some time at leisure to see its beautiful stone Cathedral or stroll through Eyre Square.

 Connacht  Breakfast

Day 7 A Day Exploring Stunning Connemara

Connemara’s ‘savage beauty’ is yours to explore today as we tread in the footsteps of Oscar Wilde who described its “wild and mountainous splendor” as magnificent. Admire the views on the scenic drive to Kylemore Abbey, now a Benedictine monastery, where we will embark on an included visit to the country’s most romantic castle and walk through its exquisite Victorian Walled Garden.

 Breakfast, Dinner

Day 8 A Pilgrimage to Knock & on to Sligo

Our journey takes us to Westport House where we’ll ‘Connect With Locals’ and indulge in a memorable ‘Be My Guest’ experience with tales of the Pirate Queen, and enjoy Banoffee and Baileys flavors in the Drawing Room of this stately 18th-century home. Heading north, we stop in the pilgrimage town of Knock to view the Marian Shrine where villagers witnessed an apparition of Our Lady in 1879. We arrive in Sligo this evening, our home for the night.

 Clayton  Breakfast, Lunch

Day 9 Return to Lively Dublin

Our journey continues south to Dublin. Here we’ll enjoy some free time to take a walk down Grafton Street or stroll along the Liffey. This evening, we close the chapter on an epic journey through Ireland, joining our fellow travelers for a memorable Farewell Dinner.

 Clayton Dublin Airport  Breakfast, Dinner

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Day 10 Farewell Ireland

After a hearty Irish breakfast, we bid our Travel Director and fellow travelers a fond farewell as our Irish vacation comes to an end.  Breakfast

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Connect With Locals Go foraging with Oonagh and enjoy a delightful ‘Be My Guest’ lunch at the O’Brien’s homely Barrtra

Seafood restaurant overlooking beautiful Liscannor Bay

Explore Dublin, Belfast and Londonderry with a ‘Local Specialist’

Discover Galway and Waterford

Visit St. Patrick’s Cathedral in Dublin, the Titanic Experience in Belfast, Belleek to see how the famous pottery is made, Kylemore Abbey, the Cliffs of Moher, Blarney Castle to kiss the stone and gain the ‘gift of the gab,’ the Crystal Showroom at Waterford and the Dunbrody Famine Ship in New Ross

View the City Walls and Murals of Londonderry

See Galway Cathedral

Scenic Cruise across the Shannon Estuary

Scenic Drive through Connemara and along the Ring of Kerry

In Northern Ireland, you’ll discover the legend of the UNESCO World Heritage site at the Giant’s Causeway as you explore with an expert, who’ll explain how your visit helps conserve this iconic natural landmark

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Day 1 Welcome to Ireland

Embrace your playful side and discover the lively Irish capital before meeting your Travel Director and fellow travelers this afternoon for a sightseeing tour with your ‘Local Specialist.’ See the stately Georgian Squares and Trinity College before enjoying a Welcome Reception this evening at St. Patrick’s Cathedral, which was built in honor of Ireland’s patron saint over eight centuries ago.  Mespil (D)

Day 2 Journey to Colorful Belfast

Leaving the cosmopolitan streets of Dublin behind, we travel to Belfast, where we’ll have some free time for lunch. Later, we meet our ‘Local Specialist’ ‘Cabbie’ for an insider view of the city’s living history

on a journey through its vibrant streets in a real taxi. Spend the rest of the afternoon at leisure, or perhaps join an ‘Optional Experience.’

 AC by Marriott  Breakfast Day 3 Venture to the Giant’s Causeway & on to Londonderry (2 Nights)

‘Dive Into Culture’ during a visit to the award-winning Titanic Belfast Experience. Gain insights into the tragic story of the Titanic and its passengers who lost their lives in the icy Atlantic. We leave the city behind us, traveling to the Giant’s Causeway for a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience as we walk in the footsteps of Finn MacCool. Our visit will help to conserve this iconic natural landmark. Take some time to admire the natural spectacle of 40,000 interlocking basalt columns before continuing to Londonderry, our home for the next two nights.

 City  Breakfast Day 4 Discover Londonderry’s Past

Join your ‘Local Specialist’ for a walk along the 17th-century city walls and see the formerly turbulent Bogside neighborhood, with its street murals depicting the history of the ‘Troubles.’ Spend the afternoon on your own or consider joining an ‘Optional Experience’ to Inishowen Peninsula. This evening, we dine at our hotel.  Breakfast, Dinner Day 5 Onwards to Scenic Galway (2 Nights)

We journey through the lush countryside to Belleek, where we’ll ‘Dive Into Culture’ and witness talented pottery craftsmen create the exquisite collectables that have graced homes since the mid-19th century. Arrive in Galway later, where we will stay for the next two nights.

 Maldron Oranmore/Maldron Sandy Road  Breakfast, Dinner Day 6 Connemara Excursion

The rugged beauty of Connemara was captured in the film The Quiet Man with John Wayne and Maureen O’Hara. Its loughs and mountains are yours to explore today during a scenic drive. We arrive at Kylemore Abbey later to visit the country’s most romantic castle and ramble through the hidden nooks of its Victorian walled garden. Returning to Galway, we enjoy some free time to explore its imposing stone Cathedral or stroll through Eyre Square, which John F. Kennedy visited in 1963.

Day 7 Explore the Cliffs of Moher & Killarney (2 Nights)

See the imposing UNESCO-listed Cliffs of Moher, you’ll visit the ‘Atlantic Edge’ exhibition and see this extraordinary natural phenomenon in a way that only the wildlife of the area get to see. We ‘Connect With Locals’ and join Oonagh to forage before our ‘Be

My Guest’ visit to Barrtra Seafood restaurant where she will reveal the importance of buying local produce. Board a ferry across the tranquil Shannon Estuary river and continue through County Kerry, where we’ll have an evening at leisure or join in the craic at an optional Irish ceilidh  Killarney Towers

Day 8 A Day on the Ring of Kerry

The soul-stirring landscapes of Iveragh Peninsula are featured on our scenic coastal drive around the Ring of Kerry. En route, we will see Killorglin, famous for its annual ‘Puck Fair,’ as well as Daniel O’Connell’s Cahirciveen, the fishing village of Waterville, the Black Valley and Moll’s Gap.

 Breakfast, Dinner

Day 9 Off to Blarney, Waterford & Kilkenny

Today you might acquire the ‘gift of the gab,’ bending over backwards to kiss the Blarney Stone before we travel to Waterford. Admire the delicate creations of fine crystal during a visit to the House of Waterford Crystal where we will ‘Dive Into Culture’ and witness a demonstration by master craftsmen. This evening, we arrive in Kilkenny.

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Day 10 Through County Wicklow’s Countryside to Dublin

After a morning exploration of Kilkenny, we depart for New Ross where we’ll see the monument to John F. Kennedy, who visited his ancestral family hometown in 1963. We ‘Dive Into Culture’ and gain insights into the tragic plight of Irish emigrants during the potato famine of the 1800s on our visit to the nearby three-masted Dunbrody Famine Ship. Journey through the lush Irish countryside of County Wicklow, the ‘Garden of Ireland,’ and back to Dublin later. Here we’ll spend our final evening at a Farewell Dinner with our travel companions sharing stories of a memorable journey through Ireland.

 Sandymount Hotel/Clayton Cardiff Lane  Breakfast, Dinner

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TRIP HIGHLIGHTS

Dive Into Culture Admire Ireland’s finest thoroughbreds at the Irish National Stud Farm. Learn how crystal is crafted at the House of Waterford Crystal during a workshop tour. Discover the full story of the Titanic at the Titanic Belfast visitor attraction and monument in Belfast. Warm your heart with a little Scottish whisky at a traditional distillery in the Scottish Highlands

Explore Dublin, Londonderry, Belfast and Edinburgh with a ‘Local Specialist’

Discover Waterford, Adare, Galway and Glasgow

Visit Blarney Castle, Pitlochry and Edinburgh Castle

View Eilean Donan Castle, the battlefield of Culloden and the 18th green at St. Andrews

See St. Patrick’s Cathedral in Dublin, Galway Cathedral and Loch Lomond

Scenic Drive of the Ring of Kerry

Tickets for the Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo are included on departures that coincide with performance dates

Help preserve the heritage of rural Ireland when you visit Muckross Traditional Farms and learn how the Irish lived and worked the land in the 1930s and 1940s. In Northern Ireland you’ll discover the legend of the Giant’s Causeway as you explore with an expert, who’ll explain how your visit helps conserve this iconic natural landmark

Galway Adare

Balllina Killarney

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Belfast Waterford

Day 1 Welcome to Dublin (2 Nights)

Delve into the whimsy of the Irish capital, then join your fellow travelers and Travel Director for a Welcome Reception.

 Mespil  Dinner

Day 2 Discover Diverse Dublin

Drive through the streets of Dublin, joining your ‘Local Specialist’ for a sightseeing tour past the stately Georgian Squares and St. Patrick’s Cathedral. Spend the rest of the day on your own or consider joining an ‘Optional Experience’ at an Irish cabaret.  Breakfast Day 3 Journey to Waterford

‘Dive Into Culture’ and explore Ireland’s strong tradition of breeding world-class thoroughbreds at the Irish National Stud in Kildare. We travel to the House of Waterford Crystal this afternoon and ‘Dive Into Culture’ yet again, witnessing talented master craftsmen at work in their workshop.  Fitzwilton  Breakfast Day 4 Onwards to Blarney & Killarney (2 Nights)

Maybe bend over backwards and kiss the Blarney Stone to acquire the gift of the gab, before crossing the Kerry Mountains to County Kerry. We visit the working farms of Muckross for a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience, where we’ll ‘Connect With Locals’ over dinner at a ‘Be My Guest’ visit to Quilles Farmhouse.

 Killarney Towers/Hotel Killarney  Breakfast, Dinner

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Day 5 A Day on the Ring of Kerry

Embark on a soul-stirring journey around the Ring of Kerry. See Daniel O’Connell’s Cahirciveen, the fishing village of Waterville, the Black Valley and Moll’s Gap.  Breakfast Day 6 Continue to Galway & Ballina

Drive to Adare, one of Ireland’s prettiest villages, known for its thatched cottages. See the imposing stone cathedral, built on the site of an old prison and Eyre Square on our next stop in Galway, where we’ll enjoy some free time to explore the city before continuing our journey northward. This evening we dine in our hotel.  Ballina  Breakfast, Dinner Day 7 Off to Donegal & on to Londonderry

Head north to Donegal with its ‘Diamond’ center before joining a ‘Local Specialist’ in Londonderry to see the ‘Troubles’ neighborhood of Bogside.  City  Breakfast Day 8 Admire the Giant’s Causeway & on to Belfast

Tread in the footsteps of Finn McCool and along the other-worldly Giant’s Causeway ‘steps’ that descend into the sea during a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience. Your visit will help to conserve this iconic landmark. We arrive in Belfast later and visit the Titanic Belfast Experience, where we’ll ‘Dive Into Culture’ and gain insights into the tragic story of the famous ship.

 AC by Marriott/Stormont  Breakfast

Day 9 Cross the Irish Sea to Glasgow (2 Nights)

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Day 10 Discover Glasgow’s Rich Legacy

 Hilton Garden Inn City Centre  Breakfast

Join your ‘Local Specialist’ in Belfast this morning for an included city tour to Queen’s University and City Hall. We board our ferry in Belfast and cross to Cairnryan in Scotland, driving to Glasgow.

Delve into Scotland’s intriguing cultural capital and stroll through the toon to admire views of George Square and the River Clyde, once the heart of Scotland’s shipbuilding industry. We head to whisky country next, visiting a whisky distillery where we’ll ‘Dive Into Culture’ and learn how to make Scotland’s favorite honey-colored drink with a chance to sample a wee dram We return to Glasgow for some free time to explore the city.  Breakfast

Day 11 Continue Over the Sea to Skye

Journey to the tragic site of the 1692 massacre of the MacDonalds at the ‘Glen of Weeping.’

Continue to Fort William at the foot of Britain’s highest mountain, Ben Nevis. Then, cross to the Isle of Skye, where we’ll spend this evening dining in our hotel.  Dunollie  Breakfast, Dinner

Day 12 Venture to Loch Ness & Culloden in the Scottish Highlands

We leave the rugged beauty of Skye behind and venture past Eilean Donan Castle before continuing along the banks of Loch Ness. See the bloody battlefield of Culloden. This evening we dine at our hotel in the Scottish Highlands.

 Highlander  Breakfast, Dinner

Day 13 Journey to Enchanting Edinburgh (2 Nights)

Traversing the dramatic landscapes of the Scottish Highlands, we pass Pitlochry before arriving in St. Andrews to see its famous golf course. We cross the scenic Firth of Forth to enchanting Edinburgh. Tickets to see the spectacular Edinburgh Tattoo are included on departures that coincide with performance dates.  Novotel Centre/Marriott  Breakfast Day 14 Uncover Edinburgh’s Treasures

Join your ‘Local Specialist’ for a guided sightseeing tour including a visit to Edinburgh Castle. See the Royal Mile, the elegant Palace of Holyrood in the shadow of Arthur’s Seat, and the new Scottish Parliament building. We join our Travel Director and fellow travelers for a Farewell Dinner.  Breakfast, Dinner

Day 15 Farewell Edinburgh

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 Breakfast

For now it’s time to say a fond farewell to Scotland and our newfound friends, at the end of an unforgettable Celtic sojourn.

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TRIP HIGHLIGHTS

Dive Into Culture Visit Glengoyne, known as Scotland’s most beautiful whisky distillery, for a tour and a tasting of their unique Highland single malt whisky. Select departures include the Military Tattoo in Edinburgh

Connect With Locals Join the Wood family at their 15thcentury farm on the shores of Loch Ard for a home-cooked Scottish ‘Be My Guest’ dinner, tales of Rob Roy and a few foottapping ceilidh tunes

Explore Edinburgh with a ‘Local Specialist’

Discover Glasgow and Stirling

Visit Edinburgh Castle, Pitlochry, the Isle of Skye, Glasgow Cathedral, Culloden Battlefield and Stirling Castle

View the 18th green at St. Andrews, the Glenfinnan Monument, Eilean Donan Castle, Loch Ness, Glencoe, Necropolis and George Square in Glasgow

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Day 1 Welcome to Edinburgh (2 Nights)

Get lost in the narrow lanes of Edinburgh — the Scottish capital with a mystical air combining ancient heritage with the verve of a modern city. Spend your day at leisure delving into its rich history and embracing the warm culture of the Scots, before joining your travel companions and Travel Director for a Welcome Reception with a light meal and drinks.

Meet Fergus during a fun ‘Be My Guest’ experience

Eilean Donan Castle Loch Ness Ben Nevis

Culloden Stirling Castle

St. Andrews

Isle of Skye Glencoe Edinburgh Glasgow

Scotland

The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo

Military bands from around the world travel to Edinburgh Castle to perform rousing tunes, culminating in the haunting bugle call of the Last Post.

Day 2 Discover Enchanting Edinburgh

Join your ‘Local Specialist’ this morning for an intriguing sightseeing tour of the city. Ascend Castle Rock and visit Edinburgh Castle, which watches over the surrounding city from its elevated vantage point. Stroll through the Old Town along the Royal Mile and see the stunning Palace of Holyroodhouse, before enjoying time at leisure to soak up the city’s festive atmosphere. Tickets to see the spectacular Edinburgh Tattoo are included on depar tures that coincide with performance dates.

 Breakfast Day 3 Venture into the Scottish Highlands (2 Nights)

Tread in the footsteps of the world’s golfing greats and head to St. Andrews en route to the glorious Scottish Highlands. A scenic drive takes us north and across the Firth of Tay, past the city of Dundee to Pitlochry. After lunch, enjoy some free time to explore its riverside setting or join an ‘Optional Experience’ to Blair Castle, the ancestral home of the Clan Murray. Our day in beautiful surroundings comes to an end with a cozy dinner at our hotel located within the Cairngorms National Park in the Scottish Highlands.

 Laggan/Craiglynne  Breakfast, Dinner

Day 4 Explore Culloden, Loch Ness & the Isle of Skye

Continue your journey to the tragic battlefield of Culloden. Pay tribute to the brave men who lost their lives in the Jacobite Uprising, then travel past Scotland’s infamous Loch Ness. The solitary beauty of Eilean Donan Castle will leave you speechless before you continue your journey to the coast and cross to the Isle of Skye. Heather-clad peaks provide a stunning backdrop for our scenic drive across the Sleat Peninsula. Indulge in some free time for lunch before boarding your ferry in Armadale and crossing to Mallaig, back on the mainland.

Day 5 Journey to Thriving Glasgow (2 Nights)

 Breakfast, Dinner

Our first stop today sees us commemorate World War II history at the Commando Memorial near Fort William, from which we admire spectacular views of Britain’s highest peak — Ben Nevis. We journey through the volcanic ruins and precipitous mountains that lie just beyond Glencoe to see the ‘Glen of Weeping.’ Here we remember the MacDonald clansmen who were massacred in 1692. Continuing towards the River Clyde, we arrive at our final stop for the day — Glasgow.

 Crowne Plaza  Breakfast

Day 6 Walk the Walls of Stirling Castle

Begin your day seeing Glasgow’s iconic sights. Enjoy views of the Necropolis, the regal George Square and River Clyde, for over 200 years the center of shipbuilding. Continue to Stirling, to see its hilltop fortress, which stands as a symbol of national pride. Stirling Castle was once the seat of Scottish kings and queens, including Mary, Queen of Scots. View the Wallace Monument from the castle walls, paying tribute to the Scottish hero who fought for Scotland’s independence. Later, ‘Dive Into Culture’ at Glengoyne whisky distillery and enjoy a wee dram before joining the Wood family at their 15th-century farm on the shores of Loch Ard to ‘Connect With Locals’ over a home-cooked ‘Be My Guest’ Farewell Dinner, amid tales of Rob Roy and a few foot-tapping ceilidh tunes.

Day 7 Farewell Glasgow

 Breakfast, Dinner

The rugged beauty and warmth of Scotland’s people forever in your memory, we enjoy one last hearty breakfast with our travel companions before wishing them and your Travel Director a fond farewell.

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Italy & Sicily

With as many landscapes as gelato flavors, Italy enchants every visitor. From VIP access to Michelangelo’s Vatican masterpieces, to gondola serenades in Venice, to sampling wine in Tuscany, this vibrant region shines like a sunset reflected in the adriatic Sea. Stroll San Gimignano and other walled cities perched on hilltops, marvel at Renaissance masterpieces in Florence, and lounge beachside in luminous Capri.

Some of our favorite MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experiences that connect you with people, the planet and wildlife and promote the values of sustainable tourism in the communities we visit include:

VENETIAN GLASSBLOWING

Witness the ancient skill of glassblowing, now practiced by precious few masters. Watch artisans create delicate pieces using rare traditional practices and support the preservation of their art at a workshop on Giudecca island in the Venetian Lagoon. Included on all tours that visit Venice

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Meet Marta, a recipient of a TreadRight Foundation grant. Learn how she offers employment opportunities for local women and alongside her weavers, preserves the ancient craft of loomweaving in an artisan workshop.

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TRIP HIGHLIGHTS

Connect With Locals Taste sun ripened tomatoes and the freshest herbs with a Tuscan local in a Florence market, before making pasta the Italian way and sampling your own creations with Chef Libero

VIP Admission to the Vatican Museums

Explore Rome, Vinci, Florence and Pisa with a ‘Local Specialist’

Discover Siena and San Gimignano

Visit St. Peter’s Basilica and the Sistine Chapel in Rome, and the Leonardiano Museum in Vinci

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Day 1 Welcome to Rome

Ciao Roma! Italy opens its doors for an unforgettable jaunt through Rome, Tuscany, and two millennia of culture, history and fiery Italian verve. Spend the afternoon exploring the city before meeting your Travel Director and fellow travelers for a Welcome Reception. Embark on an orientation drive past some of Rome’s icons and unexpected

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Montecatini

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highlights, including the Colosseum and Circus Maximus, once the site of exhilarating chariot races which attracted thousands of enthusiastic spectators.

 Barceló Occidental Aurelia

Day 2 Journey to the Tuscan Hills (6 Nights)

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 Columbia  Breakfast

Our journey through Rome begins in the center of Christendom, where we join a ‘Local Specialist’ on an included sightseeing tour to visit St. Peter’s Basilica and Michelangelo’s much admired Pietà. This afternoon, we enjoy a leisurely drive through the scenic Tuscan hills to the thermal spa resort of Montecatini, the largest and most famous spa town in Italy and your home for the next six nights.

Day 3 Explore Renaissance Florence

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 Breakfast, Dinner

Your ‘Local Specialist’ will reveal the history of Renaissance Florence during your walking tour. View the magnificent Duomo and visit Piazza della Signoria. In your free time, perhaps take a walk across the beautiful Ponte Vecchio. In the 16th century, a decree mandated that the only businesses allowed to ply their trade on this bridge were goldsmiths and jewelers, and to this day, some of the most prestigious jewelry shops in the city can be found here.

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 Breakfast

You have a full free day to relax in the spa atmosphere of Montecatini or join an ‘Optional Experience’ to Cinque Terre, whose pastel hued villages cling to the rugged Ligurian cliffs.

Day 5 Discover Pisa & Vinci

Journey to Pisa where we join a ‘Local Specialist’ to view the famous Leaning Tower, the finely sculpted marble Cathedral and the ornate Baptistery, said to be the largest in Italy. We continue through Tuscany, arriving in Vinci where we’ll ‘Dive Into Culture’ with a ‘Local Specialist’ at Museo Leonardiano and gain a deeper understanding of the life of this talented master. Admire Leonardo da Vinci’s machines and models, his sketches and handwritten notes, as well as interactive exhibits during your visit. Tonight, ‘Connect With Locals’ at the Agriturismo Borgo Vigna Vecchia, where you’ll enjoy an exclusive ‘Be My Guest’ dinner surrounded by vineyards and olive groves.  Breakfast, Dinner

Day 6 Off to Siena & San Gimignano

Saunter through the beautifully preserved medieval city of Siena to see the 13thcentury marble cathedral and the shell-shaped Piazza del Campo, home to the biannual Palio horse race. We venture to the walled medieval town of San Gimignano, renowned for its towers. Enjoy some free time strolling through its narrow lanes and shopping for locally produced delicacies and hand-painted Tuscan pottery — the alluring aromas of pecorino cheese and cured meats tempting you at every turn.  Breakfast

Day 7 Tuscan Lifestyle Experience

Feast your eyes on the vibrant colors and busy stalls heaving with fresh produce at a local food market where you will join a ‘Local Specialist’ professional chef for a tasty introduction to Tuscan cuisine.  Breakfast, Lunch Day 8 Onwards to Rome & the Vatican City

Departing Tuscany, we travel south to Rome. This afternoon, we ‘Dive Into Culture’ with a ‘Local Specialist’ for a guided tour of the Vatican Museums, including a visit to Michelangelo’s magnificent frescoed ceiling in the Sistine Chapel. The evening brings a special treat, as we stay at the Vatican Museums for a Farewell Dinner set amidst the stunning Roman and Ancient Greek artworks.  Villa Pamphili  Breakfast, Dinner

Day 9 Journey Home

Today we bid a fond farewell to newfound friends and an epic experience, departing Rome.  Breakfast

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TRIP HIGHLIGHTS

Connect With Locals Join the Cinque family to hear about the history of Villa Toscanini and enjoy a delicious ‘Be My Guest’ dinner

VIP Admission to the Vatican Museums

Explore Rome, Pompeii, Capri, Assisi and Florence with a ‘Local Specialist’

Discover Venice, Milan and San Gimignano

Visit St. Peter’s Basilica, the Sistine Chapel and the Colosseum in Rome, the excavations at Pompeii, the Basilica of St. Francis in Assisi, Lake Como and the Florence American Cemetery and Memorial View Juliet’s Balcony in Verona, St. Mark’s Basilica in Venice, the Cathedral and La Scala Opera House in Milan, the Leaning Tower of Pisa and the Duomo in Florence

See the ancient sites of Rome and the Abbey in Monte Cassino Scenic Cruise to the Isle of Capri and by private launch to St. Mark’s Square in Venice

Learn about the history and ancient skill of Venetian glassblowing, playing your role in ensuring the survival of this traditional craft through your visit

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Day 1 Welcome to Rome (2 Nights)

Savor some free time in Rome before joining your companions and Travel Director later for a Welcome Reception and orientation drive.  Cicerone/Una

Dinner

Beautiful Venice

Day 2 Discover Ancient Rome & the Vatican City

Join a ‘Local Specialist’ for an included sightseeing tour in the Vatican Museums. ‘Dive Into Culture’ and admire the Bramante staircase and Michelangelo’s magnificent frescoed ceiling in the Sistine Chapel, then see the marble masterpiece of the Pietà in St. Peter’s Basilica. We venture to Ancient Rome to visit the Colosseum and see Circus Maximus. Spend the afternoon at leisure.

 Breakfast

Day 3 Explore the Ruins of Pompeii & Sorrento (2 Nights)

We journey south to the well-preserved ruins of Pompeii. Here we join a ‘Local Specialist’ who will share details of the devastation caused by the eruption of Mount Vesuvius as we wander through the ancient paved roads of a city that was frozen in time.

 Johanna Park/Grand Parco del Sole  Breakfast, Dinner Day 4 A Day on the Isle of Capri

Cross the Bay of Naples by ferry to the Isle of Capri and join a ‘Local Specialist’ for a guided walking tour in Capri town, before returning to the mainland.  Breakfast Day 5 Onwards to Assisi

See the Benedictine Abbey of Cassino. Continue north where you will meet a ‘Local Specialist’ for a visit of Basilica of St. Francis in Assisi. Tonight, we’ll stay at a fully renovated old Franciscan monastery.

 Cenacolo  Breakfast, Dinner

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Day 6 Discover Verona & Venice (2 Nights)

We travel to Verona, the home of Shakespeare’s star-crossed lovers, where we’ll view the balcony from which a fictional Juliet once called to her Romeo, and the Roman Arena, still in use today. Later, continue to Venice, where tonight we’ll enjoy dinner.

 Biasutti Lido  Breakfast, Dinner Day 7 St. Mark’s & More in Venice

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Day 8 On to Milan & Scenic Lake Maggiore (2 Nights)

 Breakfast

Today, your MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience with the master craftsmen of Venice is one to remember, and you’ll ‘Dive Into Culture’ watching centuries-old glassblowing traditions. Continue past the Bridge of Sighs and Doge’s Palace to St. Mark’s Square to view the impressive square and Basilica.

Today we cross the plains of Lombardy to sophisticated Milan. An orientation tour takes us past the Gothic Duomo, La Scala Opera House and the famous Galleria. Later arrive on Lake Maggiore where we enjoy dinner served tonight at our hotel.

 Simplon  Breakfast, Dinner Day 9 Stroll Around Lake Como

Indulge in free time to explore Lake Como. This evening, we venture by private boat to a secluded island on Lake Maggiore where we’ll ‘Connect With Locals’ over dinner at a ‘Be My Guest’ experience. Join the Cinque family and hear about Villa Toscanini, situated on an island that was the hideaway of Italian conductor Arturo Toscanini.

 Breakfast, Dinner

Day 10 Admire Pisa & on to Florence (2 Nights)

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 Grand Mediterraneo  Breakfast

Tuscany lures us past the marble quarries of Carrara to Pisa and its Square of Miracles where we will view the Leaning Tower. Our next stop is Florence.

Day 11 Experience Art & Architecture in Florence

Delve into the extravagant legacy of the Medici family in the company of a ‘Local Specialist.’ We visit Piazza della Signoria with its exquisite statues and palazzi and enjoy spectacular panoramic views of the beautiful skyline of Florence, dominated by the Duomo and almost 700-year-old Ponte Vecchio, from Piazzale Michelangelo.

Breakfast

Day 12 Treasures of San Gimignano & Return to Rome

This morning we stop at the Florence American Cemetery and Memorial. Continuing south, we visit the Tuscan hill-town of San Gimignano, featuring extraordinary examples of medieval architecture. This evening in Rome, we enjoy a Farewell Dinner.

Day 13 Farewell Rome

Our discovery of the best of Italy has come to an end.

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Connect With Locals Enjoy a traditional ‘Be My Guest’ dinner with the Landi family at their home near Florence, set within a garden of oak trees against the backdrop of Tuscan vineyards and olive groves VIP Admission to the Vatican Museums and an exclusive visit up the spiral staircase designed by the famous architect Donato Bramante in a part of the Vatican not open to the public

Explore Rome, Assisi, Florence, Pisa, Bologna and Venice with a ‘Local Specialist’

Visit the Sistine Chapel and St. Peter’s Basilica in Rome, the Villa Barberini Gardens in Castel Gandolfo and the Basilica of St. Francis in Assisi

View the Colosseum and Forum in Rome, Santa Croce Basilica and the Duomo in Florence, the Leaning Tower of Pisa and St. Mark’s Basilica in Venice

Scenic Cruise by private launch to St. Mark’s Square in Venice

Learn about the history and ancient skill of Venetian glassblowing, playing your role in ensuring the survival of this traditional craft through your visit

Travel to Europe often requires an overnight flight. Please arrange for flights to arrive on or before Day 1.

Day 1 Welcome to Rome (3 Nights)

Kick off your bellissimo journey through the cities of Italy in Rome. Join your travel companions and Travel Director for a Welcome Reception. Your introduction to la dolce vita begins with an orientation drive past Rome’s most magnificent sights.

Grand Palatino  Dinner

Day 2 Explore Ancient Rome & the Vatican City

Embark on a very special included ‘Dive Into Culture’ sightseeing tour with your ‘Local Specialist’ at the Vatican this morning. Skip the queue and wander through its Museums and

Duomo, Florence

the Sistine Chapel, then visit St. Peter’s Basilica. Continue to the Pontifical Villas of Castel Gandolfo where you’ll enjoy a tour of its gardens and lunch in its beautiful surrounds before returning to Rome.

 Breakfast, Lunch

Day 3 Rome Your Way

Enjoy a full free day to explore Rome your way or consider an ‘Optional Experience’ delving into the tragic history of Pompeii when you explore a Roman city frozen in time by the devastating eruption of Mount Vesuvius.

 Breakfast

Day 4

Admire Assisi & on to Florence (3 Nights)

Head to the birthplace of St. Francis of Assisi where your ‘Local Specialist’ will take you to the Basilica of St. Francis and to see Giotto’s enchanting frescoes. Later, we continue to Florence.

 Grand Mediterraneo  Breakfast

Day 5 Discover Renaissance Florence

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Day 6 Uncover Pisa’s Treasures

 Breakfast

Enjoy a leisurely encounter with the artistic and architectural mar vels of Florence during your walking tour with a ‘Local Specialist.’ Visit the striking Piazza della Signoria, see the multi-colored marble Duomo and Baptistery, then view Ponte Vecchio. You’ll have the rest of the day to discover Florence your way.

Cross the Arno Valley to Pisa and join a ‘Local Specialist’ to visit the Square of Miracles, home to the incredible Leaning Tower and beautifully sculpted marble Cathedral. Later, ‘Connect With Locals’ over dinner at an exclusive ‘Be My Guest’ experience, joining the Landi family at their home near Florence, set within a garden of oak trees against the backdrop of Tuscan vineyards and olive groves where they produce olive oil and wine.

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Day 8 Cruise Venice’s Canals

 Principe  Breakfast

Travel north to Bologna, perhaps best known for the delicious pasta sauce that bears its name. Your sightseeing tour with a ‘Local Specialist’ includes views of the Kissing Towers which lean towards each other, seemingly poised to embrace. Then it’s off to Venice for an evening at leisure.

Today, you’ll ‘Dive Into Culture’ at a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience where you’ll gain insights into the delicate Venetian art of glassblowing. Cruise by private launch to St. Mark’s Square to admire the Bridge of Sighs, Palladian churches, Customs House, St. Mark’s Basilica and the ornate Doge’s Palace. Spend the rest of the afternoon at leisure.

Day 9 Experience Venice’s Food Market

Take a leisurely stroll from our hotel along the canals to the famous Rialto Bridge with a ‘Local Specialist.’ Enjoy a guided Small Group Sightseeing walking tour, which brings all the flavors of Italy to life at a centuries-old food market. Your love affair with Italy’s capitals comes to an end this evening at a Farewell Dinner.

Dinner

Day 10 Farewell Venice

Say a fond arrivederci to Italy and newfound friends.

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Connect With Locals Join the Callistri family at their borgo in the Hamlet of Limonaia for a delicious Italian ‘Be My Guest’ dinner, olive oil tasting and leisurely walk through their olive groves and lemon orchards

VIP Admission to the Vatican Museums

Explore Rome, Pompeii, Capri, Assisi and Florence with a ‘Local Specialist’

Discover Venice and Siena

Visit St. Peter’s Basilica, the Sistine Chapel and the Colosseum in Rome, the excavations at Pompeii, and the Basilica of St. Francis in Assisi

View the ancient sites of Rome, St. Mark’s Basilica in Venice, the Leaning Tower of Pisa, the Santa Croce Basilica, the Duomo and the Ponte Vecchio in Florence

Scenic Cruise to the Isle of Capri and by private launch to St. Mark’s Square in Venice

Meet the Alliance for Artisan Enterprise in Perugia. Discover the history of Italian handweaving during a private demonstration and see how your visit helps preserve this traditional art form

Learn about the history and ancient skill of Venetian glassblowing, playing your role in ensuring the survival of this traditional craft through your visit

Travel to Europe often requires an overnight flight. Please arrange for flights to arrive on or before Day 1.

Day 1 Welcome to Rome (2 Nights)

Spend the day exploring Rome on your own before meeting your Travel Director and fellow travelers for a Welcome Reception and evening orientation.

Day 2 Explore Ancient Rome & the Vatican City

Grand Tiberio  Dinner

Our captivating journey through Rome begins at the Vatican Museums where we join a ‘Local Specialist’ to ‘Dive Into Culture’ and admire Michelangelo’s frescoed ceiling in the Sistine Chapel and his Pietà in St. Peter’s Basilica. We see the enduring symbols of Ancient Rome, including Circus Maximus, and visit the Colosseum, before spending the afternoon at leisure.

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Day 3 Admire Pompeii & on to Capri (2 Nights)

Venture south towards the ancient city of Pompeii. Here we join a ‘Local Specialist’ who will share insights into the city’s tragic history. Cruise to the captivating Isle of Capri next.

 Regina Cristina  Breakfast

Day

4 A Day on the Isle of Capri

Explore the glamour of Capri on a walking tour with a ‘Local Specialist’ that will include views of the marina. Spend free time shopping at elegant boutiques or perhaps join an ‘Optional Experience’ and explore the rugged coastline and hidden grottos by private motor launch.

 Breakfast, Dinner

Day 5 Onwards to Assisi

We sail back across the Mediterranean to Naples and venture north to Perugia. Here we’ll discover Italy’s ancient weaving tradition during an impressing MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience. Continue to the ancient hilltop town of Assisi where we will stay at a fully renovated old Franciscan monastery.  Cenacolo  Breakfast

Day 6 Journey to Venice (2 Nights)

Visit the beautiful Basilica of St. Francis in Assisi with a ‘Local Specialist’ before continuing north to Venice. Enjoy a free evening watching the sunset over the Venetian Lagoon or consider joining an ‘Optional Experience.’ Tonight’s hotel was once frequented by Romantic poet Robert Browning.  Albergo Quattro Fontane Lido  Breakfast, Dinner

Day 7 Cruise the Canals of Venice

The Winged Lion of Venice is your constant companion as you cruise by private launch to your MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience. ‘Dive Into Culture’ and witness the delicate Venetian tradition of glassblowing before continuing to St. Mark’s Square. See the Basilica, the Doge’s Palace and Bridge of Sighs.  Breakfast

Day 8 Discover Pisa & the Tuscan Hills (2 Nights)

This morning we travel to Pisa and to its Field of Miracles to view the famous Leaning Tower, before arriving in the spa-resort of Montecatini Terme in Tuscany.

 Minerva Palace  Breakfast

Day 9 Off to Renaissance Florence

Your ‘Local Specialist’ shares all the sights of Florence today, including views of the magnif icent marble Duomo, Baptistery, Piazza della Signoria and Ponte Vecchio. Later, you’ll have some free time to explore or shop for high-quality leather goods in Florence. This evening, we ‘Connect With Locals’ at a ‘Be My Guest’ experience with the Callistri family at their borgo in the Hamlet of Limonaia for a delicious Italian dinner, olive oil tasting and leisurely walk through their olive groves and lemon orchards.  Breakfast, Dinner

Day 10 Venture to Siena & Rome

We admire the medieval beauty of Siena today, strolling to its shell-shaped Piazza del Campo. See the hilltop town’s extraordinary architecture, shop for beautifully handpainted ceramics or relax with a gelato at a sidewalk café. This evening, we celebrate a magnificent Italian adventure with new found friends at a Farewell Dinner.

 Shangri-La  Breakfast, Dinner

Day 11 Arrivederci Rome

After breakfast, we say a fond farewell to Italy.  Breakfast

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TRIP HIGHLIGHTS

Connect With Locals The Lenzi family invites you to join them for a ‘Be My Guest’ lunch and a Chianti and olive oil tasting on their Tuscan wine farm which is located on the ancient road between Siena and Florence

VIP Admission to the Vatican Museums including an exclusive visit up the spiral staircase designed by architect Donato Bramante in a part of the Vatican not open to the public

Explore Rome, Lucca, Cinque Terre, Florence and Assisi with a ‘Local Specialist’

Discover Pisa, San Gimignano, Verona and Venice

Visit St. Peter’s Basilica and the Colosseum in Rome, the Basilica of St. Francis in Assisi and Villa d’Este Gardens in Tivoli

View the ancient sites of Rome, the Leaning Tower of Pisa, the Santa Croce Basilica and Duomo in Florence, Juliet’s Balcony in Verona, St. Mark’s Basilica in Venice and the Kissing Towers of Bologna

See the marble quarries of Carrara

Scenic Cruise to Cinque Terre and by private launch to St. Mark’s Square in Venice

Learn about the history and ancient skill of Venetian glassblowing, playing your role in ensuring the survival of this traditional craft through your visit

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Day 1 Buongiorno Rome (2 Nights)

Open your heart to a whirlwind of fiery passion, antiquities and hearty flavors crafted by Italian mammas over centuries. Join your travel companions and Travel Director for a Welcome Reception and orientation drive to see the bustling cityscape.

Day 2 Discover Ancient Rome & the Vatican City

‘Dive Into Culture’ on an included sightseeing tour with a ‘Local Specialist’ at the Vatican Museums. Admire the works of great masters — the Bramante Staircase, the magnificent, frescoed ceiling in the Sistine Chapel and the sorrowful Pietà inside

Cinque Terre

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St. Peter’s Basilica. In Ancient Rome, we pay tribute to the brave gladiators who fought for supremacy at the Colosseum during our included visit. We’ll also see the Circus Maximus before a free afternoon.

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Day 3 Journey to Lucca (2 Nights)

We travel north to Lucca for a sightseeing tour with a ‘Local Specialist’ to admire the 14th-century San Martino Cathedral and Piazza dell’Anfiteatro, built on the site of an ancient Roman arena. Relax in Piazza San Michele or ascend one of the city’s ancient towers for panoramic views in your free time.

 Best Western Grand Guinigi  Breakfast

Day 4 Explore Cinque Terre & Pisa

A sea of pastel pinks, yellows and blues cling dramatically to the Ligurian cliffs in the Cinque Terre, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, which we will have an opportunity to explore today on our included excursion. Join a ‘Local Specialist’ and travel by boat and train to delve into daily life in these picturesque fishing villages. Stop in Pisa and visit its UNESCO-listed Square of Miracles to view the architectural feat that is the Leaning Tower.

 Breakfast, Dinner Day 5 Onwards to San Gimignano & Florence (2 Nights)

The gentle Tuscan landscape gives way to our next destination, the hilltop town of San Gimignano, famed for its stunning medieval architecture and historic towers. We ‘Connect With Locals’ at a ‘Be My Guest’ experience in a beautiful family-owned vineyard overlooking the rolling Chianti Hills. You will join the Lenzi family for lunch and wine and olive oil tasting on their farm located on the ancient road between Siena and Florence. Later arrive in Florence for an evening at leisure.  Grand Mediterraneo  Breakfast, Lunch Day 6 Uncover

the Treasures of Florence

We join a ‘Local Specialist’ who will bring the legacy of the influential Medici family to life. Walk along the cobblestone lanes into expansive piazze, viewing the magnificent marble Duomo and a replica of the David statue in Piazza della Signoria. View the Ponte Vecchio, almost 700 years old, and the spectacular panorama from Piazzale Michelangelo. The rest of the day is yours to explore the ‘Cradle of the Renaissance.’

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7 Admire Verona & on to Venice (2 Nights)

Shakespeare’s star-crossed lovers are remembered today during our jaunt to the romantic city of Verona. Here we’ll view Juliet’s Balcony and the 1st-century Roman arena, still used today to host spectacular operatic performances. We venture to Venice next, our home for the next two nights.

 Le Boulevard Lido  Breakfast

Day 8 Discover the Floating City

On this morning’s MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience, we’ll ‘Dive Into Culture’ and witness the centuries-old tradition of Venetian glassblowing before seeing St. Mark’s Basilica, the ornate Doge’s Palace and the Bridge of Sighs. Cruise by private launch to see the city’s most iconic attractions before enjoying free time to explore the city on your terms. Wander through the labyrinthine alleys, over ornate bridges and into quiet campi as you get lost in this enchanting city.

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Day 9 Off to Bologna & Assisi

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Travel through scenic countryside to the mystical town of Assisi, stopping en route in Bologna to view the city’s Kissing Towers that lean towards one another seemingly poised to embrace. We continue to our hotel in Assisi, where we’ll stay at a fully renovated old Franciscan monastery.

Day

 Cenacolo  Breakfast, Dinner

10 All Roads Lead to Tivoli & Rome

Discover the legacy of St. Francis of Assisi in his hometown on the slopes of Mount Subasio. Join our ‘Local Specialist’ for a visit to the Basilica of St. Francis, renowned for its beautiful frescoes depicting the life of this beloved saint. Continue to Tivoli for a guided visit of the Villa d’Este Gardens with a ‘Local Specialist.’ This evening we enjoy a special Farewell Dinner with our fellow travelers and Travel Director.

 Barceló Aran Mantegna  Breakfast, Dinner Day 11 Farewell Rome

It’s time to say a fond arrivederci to Italy and our new found friends after a memorable journey.

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TRIP HIGHLIGHTS

Connect With Locals Visit a family-owned lemon farm and enjoy a ‘Be My Guest’ dinner overlooking Mount Etna

Explore Pompeii, Capri, Taormina, Agrigento and Palermo with a ‘Local Specialist’

Visit the Commonwealth War Cemetery in Cassino, the excavations at Pompeii, the ruins of the ancient Greek theater at Taormina, the Valley of the Temples at Agrigento, Erice, Monreale Cathedral and Mondello

View the Benedictine Abbey at Monte Cassino, the fortress town of Enna and Palermo Cathedral

See St. Peter’s Basilica in Rome

Scenic Cruise to the Isle of Capri

Erice

Cassino Agrigento

Sorrento Isle of Capri

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Tyrrhenian Sea

Mondello Monreale

Palermo

Taormina (Gardini Naxos)

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Day 1 Welcome to Rome

Ciao Roma, ‘the Eternal City,’ which you’ll have an opportunity to explore on your own before meeting your Travel Director and fellow travelers for a Welcome Reception this evening. Enjoy an

orientation drive — a perfect introduction to this beautiful city, the center of which has been proclaimed a UNESCO World Heritage Site with its ruins, imposing monuments, statues and fountains.

 Grand Palatino/Cicerone  Dinner

Day 2 Explore the Ruins of Pompeii & Sorrento (2 Nights)

From Rome, visit the Commonwealth War Cemetery in Cassino to commemorate those who died here in the WWII battle, and view the Benedictine Abbey, originally founded by Saint Benedict in the 6th centur y. Next, stop at the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Pompeii. Your ‘Local Specialist’ will take you on a walking tour of the excavations buried for centuries under a layer of volcanic ash after Mount Vesuvius erupted. See such sites as the Gymnasium, the Temple of Apollo and the impressive Basilica before arriving later at your hotel in Sorrento.

 Johanna Park  Breakfast Day 3 A Day on the Isle of Capri

Take a ferry to the Isle of Capri, the isle of sirens according to Greek mythology. You’ll ascend to Capri town by funicular railway and see the famous Piazzetta during your guided walking tour with a ‘Local Specialist.’ Spend some free time people-watching at one of the local cafés before returning to the mainland where you can enjoy free time in Sorrento.

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Day 4 Cross the Strait to Taormina (3 Nights)

Drive south via Salerno and through Calabria, crossing the straits of Messina to Sicily and the beachside resort town of Giardini Naxos below Taormina. This evening, enjoy dinner at your hotel.

 Sant Alphio Garden Giardini Naxos  Breakfast, Dinner Day 5 Gardens & More in Taormina

Your ‘Local Specialist’ will take you on a walking tour of Taormina on the slopes of Monte Tauro overlooking the sea. Visit the Greek theater and see the terraced botanical gardens. Then, stroll along the elegant Corso Umberto with a gelsi gelato and on to the Piazza for splendid panoramic views across the bay. Later, there’s free time for shopping for souvenirs and handmade ceramics on the Corso.

Day 6 Taormina

Your Way

Breakfast

Enjoy a full day to do as you please in this beautiful resort town. Shop, relax, see the sights of your choice or consider an ‘Optional Experience.’ Whatever you decide, your Travel Director will be on hand to help you get the most out of your day. Tonight, ‘Connect With Locals’ during a ‘Be My Guest’ experience hosted at a beautiful familyowned Sicilian lemon farm overlooking Mount Etna.  Breakfast, Dinner

Day

7 Journey to Ancient Agrigento

Enjoy views of Enna on the way to Agrigento, where your ‘Local Specialist’ will take you to the Valley of the Temples — the finest Greek sanctuary in Sicily. See the Temple of Concord and the Temple of Juno overlooking the sea.

 Dioscuri Bay Palace  Breakfast

Day 8 Explore Sicilian Towns & on to Palermo

(2 Nights)

Travel to Erice and explore this famous hilltop medieval town in western Sicily with its cobbled streets, Norman castles and stunning views of the sea, salt pans and wooded hillsides. Perhaps take a walk to the ruins of Venus Castle with its Balio Gardens. Before arriving in Palermo, the Sicilian capital, visit the chic seaside resort of Mondello, with its beautiful beach, popular with the elite Palermitans.  Garibaldi  Breakfast

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9

Enjoy the Views in Monreale

Meet your ‘Local Specialist’ this morning for a sightseeing tour of Palermo. See Palermo’s famous Opera House and the Cathedral. Travel to Monreale for views of La Conca d’Oro and explore the magnificent 12th-century Norman Cathedral. Later, join your companions and celebrate your journey with a Farewell Dinner at a local restaurant.

 Breakfast, Dinner

Day 10 Journey Home

Say arrivederci to Sicily and your newfound friends at the end of a memorable vacation.  Breakfast

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TRIP HIGHLIGHTS

Connect With Locals Learn how to make homemade macaroni and sit down to a delicious local meal with your charming hosts, the locals of Castiglione di Sicilia, a Jewish Village

Dive Into Culture Explore Sicily’s ‘Culture of Salt’ at the Salina della Laguna. Learn how the local Modica chocolate is made and enjoy a chocolate tasting

Explore Palermo, Monreale, Valley of the Temples, Ragusa, Syracuse and Taormina with a ‘Local Specialist’

Discover Modica and Catania

Visit Monreale Norman Cathedral, Mondello, Erice, Infersa Mill in Marsala, Valley of the Temples, the Syracuse Archaeological Museum, Ortygia and the Greek Theater in Taormina

View Mount Etna

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Day 1 Welcome to Palermo (2 Nights)

You’ll start your Sicilian journey in Palermo, whose rich trading history has left its unforgettable mark on the city’s Italian, Arab and Norman-styled piazzas, street markets and churches. Enjoy some free time to relax before joining your Travel Director and fellow travelers for a Welcome Reception to kick-start your Sicilian adventure.

Garibaldi  Dinner

Day 2 Explore the Capital of Sicily

Palermo’s rich history, culture and gastronomy are revealed on this morning’s sightseeing tour with a ‘Local Specialist,’ who will take you on a journey into the city’s tumultuous past. Head to Monreale on the slopes of Monte Caputo where a ‘Local Specialist’ will guide you through one of the greatest examples of Norman architecture, the 12th-century Cattedrale di

Monreale. This evening, why not join an ‘Optional Experience’ to the beautiful fishing village of Sferracavallo, at the foot of Mount Capo Gallo? Here you’ll feast on Palermitano specialties, perfectly paired with delicious Sicilian wine.

Breakfast

Day 3 Journey to Ancient Marsala

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 Seawater  Breakfast

Leaving Palermo behind, we stop in the fishing village of Mondello, historically a favorite seaside retreat for the who’s who of Palermo. Breathe in the cool sea air and savor the easy-going atmosphere before you head to Erice, the hilltop ‘Town of a Hundred Churches.’ You’ll have some free time for lunch before continuing to Marsala, home to the nutty-flavored wine which shares its name. ‘Dive Into Culture’ along the way, stopping at the salt pans to visit the Infersa Mill to learn about the ancient ‘culture of salt’ and industry which has shaped this region. You’ll be thrilled with an evening at leisure in picture-perfect Marsala with its marble streets and expansive piazze filled with colorful restaurants.

Today’s first stop is Agrigento where you’ll join a ‘Local Specialist’ for a visit to the UNESCO-listed Valley of the Temples. You’ll explore one of the world’s most treasured centers of Greek art and architecture, including the seven sandstone Doric temples overlooking the city. There’s time for lunch before we head to Ragusa, a city with two very different souls — the lower and older Ragusa Ibla and higher Ragusa Superiore are separated dramatically by a deep ravine, the Valle dei Ponti.

 Poggio del Sole  Breakfast, Dinner Day

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Day 6 Off to Historic Syracuse

 Breakfast

Learn about the rebuilding of Ragusa after a 17th-century earthquake which all but leveled its skyline. Your ‘Local Specialist’ will reveal how this devastating seismic event led to the development of an entirely new city on a nearby ridge, while some of its brave residents remained to rebuild what was lost. You’ll hear how it was only in the early 20th century that the two were eventually fused together. Later, take a drive to Modica — your Travel Director is on hand to give you an orientation of this Baroque beauty before you’ll ‘Dive Into Culture’ and learn the secrets of Modican chocolate. You’ll return to Ragusa for an evening at leisure, the aroma of roasted cocoa beans lingering long after your visit to the local chocolatier.

Once a major Mediterranean power and the birthplace of Archimedes, the historic city of Syracuse takes center stage this morning as you join your ‘Local Specialist’ for in-depth insights into its colorful past. You’ll see some of its treasures at the Archaeological Museum, then visit the island of Ortygia, the ancient heart of the city connected to the mainland by a stone bridge. Your afternoon is open to spend as you wish. This evening, you’ll join your fellow travelers for dinner at a local restaurant.  Mercure  Breakfast, Dinner

Day 7 Venture Past Mount Etna to Taormina (2 Nights)

Continue up the coast to Catania, the city that lies in Mount Etna’s shadow. You’ll have some free time to explore on your own and perhaps sample arancini, a favorite Catania snack. Later join a ‘Local Specialist’ to delve into the history and culture of the ancient town of Taormina. A particular highlight of this afternoon will be a visit to the beautifully preserved ruins of the Teatro di Taormina. Imagine masked actors performing against the backdrop of glorious sea views more than 2,500 years ago. You’ll have an evening on your own to spend as you wish or consider joining our ‘Optional Experience’ evening enjoying Sicilian specialties.

 Caesar Palace Giardini Naxos  Breakfast Day 8 Taormina Free Day

Taormina is yours for the taking today. You could choose to visit the 10th-century Palazzo Corvaja with its Islamic-style tower or explore the elegant boutiques along Corso Umberto. Work up an appetite and stop for some of the city’s signature cannoli or cool down with a famous Sicilian granita, a half-frozen dessert served with a piping-hot brioche. Movie buffs will delight in an ‘Optional Experience’ to Mount Etna and Savoca, the hilltop village of ‘The Godfather.’ Later this evening, you’ll learn all about life in the Jewish village of Castiglione di Sicilia, rolling up your sleeves on this charming ‘Be My Guest’ experience to make homemade macaroni as you ‘Connect With Locals.’

 Breakfast, Dinner

Day 9 Farewell Sicily

Your journey through Sicily has come to an end. All that’s left is to say a fond farewell to new friends.

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From the cultural heartbeat of Paris to the tiled minarets of Casablanca, this region intoxicates. Hopscotch from the Loire Valley’s rich tapestry of vineyards to Gaudi’s incredible cathedral, from the Rock of Gibraltar to the famous souks of Marrakesh where brass and textiles gleam. Linger on bustling plazas, savoring wine and soft breezes fragrant with lavender and orange blossoms.

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Discover the sustainable gardens of Château de Villandry. In the scenic Loire Valley, explore France’s finest formal gardens. Now a hub for sustainability preserving the estate’s biological diversity, learn all about the sea of fragrant green herbs, silvery cabbages, and purple basil, all grown organically to re-generate the local ecosystem.

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TRIP HIGHLIGHTS

Connect With Locals Join Patrick for a ‘Be My Guest’ Lunch at his home and enjoy a traditional meal from local produce

Explore Paris and Arles with a ‘Local Specialist’

Discover Beaune, Lyon, Aix-en-Provence, Monaco and Avignon

Visit Saint-Sulpice Church in Paris and Pont du Gard

View the Eiffel Tower and Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris, Place Bellecour and the Basilica of Notre Dame in Lyon, the Royal Palace and Cathedral in Monaco and the Palace of the Popes in Avignon

Scenic Cruise to St. Tropez

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Day 1 Bonjour France (2 Nights)

Explore the grand boulevards and winding lanes of the ‘City of Lights’, before meeting your Travel Director and companions for a Welcome Reception. We take to the streets this evening to

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see some of the city’s most iconic sights, including the Champs-Élysées and Arc de Triomphe, standing in all its glorious splendor for you to admire.

 Renaissance La Défense  Breakfast

Day 2 Discover the Delights of Paris

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 Dinner

Join a Local Specialist to explore the Latin Quarter, a vibrant student hotspot and home to the Sorbonne University. Visit the remarkable church of Saint-Sulpice, then soak up the authentic atmosphere and local day-to-day life of the Parisians as you stroll through historic neighborhoods. Spend your evening embracing the pageantry of Paris and perhaps experience a traditional Parisian Cabaret.

Day

3 Journey through Burgundy to Lyon

Travel through the picture-perfect Burgundy wine region and stop in its walled regional capital, Beaune — most famous for the colorful geometric-tiled Hôtel-Dieu. We continue to the gastronomic capital of Lyon, where we spend the night. Discover the historic treasures of its well-preserved Old Town or perhaps indulge in delicious Beaujolais flavors in a local bouchon — the choice is yours.

 Charlemagne  Breakfast Day 4 Continue to Monaco & the French Riviera (2 Nights)

Follow the Rhône Valley south, enjoying some free time in Aix-en-Provence for a delicious lunch and the sweet flavors of Calissons, then stop in the glamorous Principality of Monaco bound for the sun-kissed shores of the French Riviera. View the Palace, which has been the home of the Grimaldis since the 13th century, and the cathedral where Princess Grace and Prince Rainier were married. This evening, we enjoy a delicious Regional Dinner together in Monaco before arriving at our hotel, where we’ll spend the next two nights.

Breakfast  Montaigne & Spa

Day 5 The French Riviera Your Way

The sun-kissed shores of the French Riviera are yours to explore today. Consider relaxing on the beach with your fellow sun-worshippers or an ‘Optional Experience’ could see you visit the hilltop town of Saint-Paul-de-Vence, a popular haunt for actors seeking a relaxing retreat. In your free time, you have the opportunity to soak up the fresh sea air and perhaps indulge in a delicious Salade Niçoise

Day 6 On to Sunny Saint-Tropez & Avignon (2 Nights)

We arrive by boat in glitzy Saint-Tropez for a leisurely morning sojourn to soak up our fashionable surrounds. Continue on to the ancient city of Avignon, once the seat of the Papacy, where we will spend the next two nights. Our orientation of this extraordinary historic city includes views of the imposing Palace of the Popes and the famous ruined bridge straddling the Rhône, which inspired the French song, Sur le Pont d’Avignon

Day 7 Explore Ancient History in Pont du Gard & Arles Connect with Locals

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This morning we visit the impressive Pont du Gard — an ancient Roman aqueduct bridge, still standing since the 1st century AD, before continuing to Western Europe’s largest river delta region — the Camargue. Here we will ‘Connect With Locals’ as we join innkeeper Patrick for a home cooked ‘Be My Guest’ lunch of original, regional dishes made with produce from local farmers and markets. After lunch we make our way to Arles to admire its Romanesque Cathedral and Roman amphitheatre, once the site of bloody battles and exhilarating chariot races. Tread in the footsteps of Vincent van Gogh with your ‘Local Specialist’, exploring the heritage of a city that was once an important Phoenician trading port. Back in Avignon, the evening is at your leisure.

Day 8 Travel by High-Speed Train to Paris

Breakfast, Lunch

The picture-perfect French countryside is our constant companion as we take the highspeed TGV train through the heart of France, past Auxerre and the sprawling vineyards of Burgundy, back to Paris where you have the rest of the afternoon to explore the city on your own terms. This evening we celebrate an unforgettable sojourn through France at a Farewell Dinner with our Travel Director and newfound friends.  Breakfast, Dinner

Day 9 Au Revoir Paris

This morning after breakfast, it’s time to bid Paris a fond au revoir as our fascinating journey through France comes to an end.

Hôtel-Dieu

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BEST OF FR a N CE

13 Days starting from $3,795/person

TRIP HIGHLIGHTS

Connect With Locals Return to 17th-century France and join the de Montferrier family on their farm near the famous Château de Villandry for a delightful ‘Be My Guest’ lunch

Dive Into Culture Visit Château Villandry in the Loire Valley and admire the exquisite Renaissance gardens that surround the elegant estate

Explore Carcassonne and Paris with a ‘Local Specialist’

Discover Beaune, Lyon, Avignon, Monaco, Nice, Arles, Lourdes and Bordeaux

Visit the Hospices de Beaune, the American Cemetery at Omaha Beach, Claude Monet’s home at Giverny and the SaintSulpice Church in Paris

View the Papal Palace in Avignon, the Royal Palace and Cathedral in Monaco, Promenade des Anglais and Place Massena in Nice, St. Bernadette’s Grotto in Lourdes, Esplanade des Quinconces in Bordeaux, the Abbey of Mont-Saint-Michel, the D-Day Beach of Omaha in Normandy and Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris

See the Roman Amphitheatre and the Cathedral in Arles Scenic Drive through the Dordogne and the Loire Valley

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Day 1 Bonjour Paris

All the flavors of France come to life on this unforgettable journey. Join your fellow travelers for a Welcome Reception and an orientation drive through the city.

Day 2 Journey through Burgundy to Lyon

We travel south to Burgundy, past the Côte d’Or vineyards of GevreyChambertin and Nuits St. Georges. The colorful geometric roof tiles of the 15th-century Hospices are a sight to behold as we arrive in the medieval town of Beaune before continuing to Lyon, the gourmet capital of France.

Be My Guest with the de Montferrier family

Day 3 Onwards to Avignon, Monaco & the French Riviera (2 Nights)

We stop in the heart of Provence and the city of Avignon. See the Papal Palace and bridge made famous in the song — Sur le pont d’Avignon. Journey through the fields of Provence to the sophisticated Principality of Monaco, where we’ll view the cathedral where Prince Rainier and Princess Grace were married. This evening, we enjoy a Regional Dinner in Monaco before arriving at our hotel.  Holiday Inn Nice  Breakfast, Dinner Day

4 The French Riviera Your Way

The sun-kissed shores of the French Riviera are yours to explore today. Consider an ‘Optional Experience’ to the hilltop town of Saint-Paul-de-Vence, a popular haunt for actors seeking a relaxing retreat.  Breakfast

Day 5 Admire Arles & Continue to Carcassonne

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Day 6 Pilgrimage to Lourdes & on to Biarritz

 Mercure La Cité  Breakfast, Dinner

Visit Arles with its honey-colored façades, Roman ruins and Camargue culture. Perhaps join an ‘Optional Experience’ to gain a deeper understanding of Vincent Van Gogh and local history with our resident expert, before winding your way to the fortified city of Carcassonne. Join a ‘Local Specialist’ to explore this ancient town, view the Cité, and see the double ring of ramparts and 52 towers.

We drive toward the Pyrenees this morning and arrive in Lourdes, the global center of the Marian pilgrimage. You will have an opportunity to see the Basilica, perched atop St. Bernadette’s Grotto, where the young girl turned saint is said to have seen visions of the Virgin Mary. We travel west to the Basque Coast, where we spend the night.

 Radisson Blu  Breakfast

Day 7 Venture to Bordeaux (2 Nights)

We arrive in the wine capital of Bordeaux whose stunning river front and Age of Enlightenment history and architecture have made it one of France’s most visited cities. Spend some time seeing the sights during your orientation of the city.

 Mercure Centre Ville  Breakfast

Day 8 Discover Scenic Dordogne

The lush green valleys and hills of the Dordogne take center stage today during a scenic half-day excursion. We drive to Saint-Émilion, whose wine heritage dates back to Roman times and return to Bordeaux this evening for some free time to explore the city.  Breakfast

Day 9 Explore a Château in the Loire Valley

We journey through the ‘Garden of France’ before we ‘Connect With Locals’ for a delicious lunch and ‘Be My Guest’ experience. ‘Dive Into Culture’ and visit the remarkable gardens at Château Villandry before arriving at our hotel for the night.

 Château de Beauvois  Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 10 Off to Mont St. Michel & the Normandy Beaches

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We travel through the patchwork landscapes of Brittany to the extraordinary island settlement of Mont St. Michel on the Normandy coast, where we visit the island town and view its impressive Norman Benedictine Abbey. Follow the Liberty Highway to St. Lô and on to Omaha Beach. Reflect on the bravery of the young men who sacrif iced their lives for freedom and visit the D-Day Landing Zone to learn how the operation was planned and executed.

Day 11 Journey to Paris (2 Nights)

 Mercure Omaha Beach  Breakfast, Dinner

We travel west towards Paris, stopping at Giverny to see the house and gardens that once inspired Claude Monet’s exquisite Impressionist works of art. This evening, consider a trip to one of the city’s renowned cabarets.  Mercure 17 Batignolles  Breakfast

Day 12 Discover the Delights of Paris

Join your ‘Local Specialist’ on a journey through the historic neighborhoods of Paris to see where the locals live and shop. Visit the remarkable church of Saint-Sulpice. This evening, we celebrate an epic adventure with our Travel Director and newfound friends at a Farewell Dinner.

 Breakfast, Dinner

Day 13 Farewell Paris

For now it’s time to bid a fond au revoir to the Best of France and your fellow travelers.  Breakfast

Château Villandry

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TRIP HIGHLIGHTS

Connect With Locals Enjoy a traditional Andalusian ‘Be My Guest’ dinner and the charming company of the Morillo family. Share a welcome drink of sangria in their sun-dappled courtyard before learning how they produce olive oil

Dive Into Culture The invincible swords of Toledo have defended cities for centuries. Visit an inlaid steel factory in Toledo to see local craftsmen forging the highest quality steel

Explore Toledo, Madrid, Córdoba, Seville and Barcelona with a ‘Local Specialist’

Discover Valencia

Visit the Synagogue and Santo Tome in Toledo, Mosque of the Caliphs in Córdoba, the Cathedral in Seville, the Alhambra Palace in Granada and Montjuïc Hill and Plaça de Catalunya in Barcelona

View the Royal Palace and Cibeles Fountain in Madrid, the Cave Homes of Guadix, the Serrano and Quart Towers and the City of Arts and Sciences complex in Valencia and La Sagrada Família in Barcelona

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Day 1 Welcome to Madrid (2 Nights)

Relax in the lush surrounds of Buen Retiro Park, shop up a storm on Gran Vía or people-watch over coffee and churros con chocolate in the Puerta del Sol. This evening, join your fellow travelers and Travel Director for an orientation drive to see some of the city’s most iconic sights, followed by a Welcome Reception.  Ayre Gran Colón

Day 2 Explore Vibrant Toledo

We head to Toledo, the former capital of Spain, where we join a ‘Local Specialist’ for a walking tour of this city that dates back to Roman times. We’ll visit a traditional factory and ‘Dive Into Culture,’ witnessing the age-old inlaid steel craft, before seeing one of El Greco’s most famous paintings in the Church of Santo Tomé — The Burial of the Count of Orgaz. We’ll also visit the synagogue before returning to Madrid where we’ll admire the Royal Palace and Cibeles Fountain with our ‘Local Specialist.’

 Breakfast Day 3 Journey to Córdoba & on to Seville (2 Nights)

Heading south through La Mancha, we arrive in Córdoba, once a signif icant Moorish settlement. Join a ‘Local Specialist’ to visit the Mosque of the Caliphs and learn about centuries of Moorish rule and its influence on the culture and architecture of the region. We travel to flamboyant Seville, our home for the next two nights. Consider an ‘Optional Experience’ to see the color ful twirling skirts of a fiery flamenco show.

 Zenit  Breakfast Day 4 Discover

Seville’s Sights

This morning, we meet our ‘Local Specialist’ for a sightseeing tour of Seville. View the symbolic Giralda Bell Tower, see the Moorish-inspired Maria Luisa Park, with its tiled fountains, pavilions and ponds, and walk through the imposing Plaza de España. Marvel at Christopher Columbus’s ornate tomb in the cathedral, then take a walk through the former Jewish Quarter. This evening, we ‘Connect With Locals,’ joining the Morillo family for a ‘Be My Guest’ experience at their olive oil farm, where you’ll learn how oil is produced from their 6,000 trees and get to sample some of their produce.  Breakfast, Dinner Day 5 Onward

to Granada

Multicultural Granada takes center stage today, as we visit the magnificent Alhambra in the company of a ‘Local Specialist.’ A fine example of Moorish architecture, the Alhambra complex was built towards the end of Islamic rule in Spain. Wander through the exotic water gardens of the Generalife, the royal Summer Palace, once linked to the other palaces by a covered walk way across the ravine.

 Occidental  Breakfast Alhambra: Access to attractions within the Alhambra complex, including the Nasrid Palace, is at the discretion of the staff of the Alhambra. Your Travel Director will advise and, if necessary, adjust your itinerary accordingly. Day 6 Admire Iconic Architecture in Guadix & on to Valencia

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Day 7 Off to Coastal Peñiscola & Barcelona (2 Nights)

 Silken Puerta  Breakfast, Dinner

This morning, we journey via Mora Pass to Guadix in the northern foothills of the Sierra Nevada mountains. We’ll see the whitewashed troglodyte dwellings lodged into the ochre-colored cliffs of the surrounding area, then travel to Valencia, where we’ll see the Bullring and admire its medieval architecture. Embrace the city’s spirit of innovation and stop to view the City of Arts and Sciences.

Head north, along the coast through the Levant region, and stop at Peñíscola, the ‘City in the Sea.’ View the ancient castle of the ‘Spanish Pope,’ built by the Knights Templar and used in the film, El Cid. Then, journey along the Costa Dorada to Barcelona with its whimsical Gaudí architecture. Admire this famous architect’s talents as we view his unfinished La Sagrada Família. See the Plaça de Catalunya and pay tribute to the great Christopher Columbus, with your ‘Local Specialist.’ From the hill of Montjuïc, we’ll enjoy panoramic views of this enchanting city.

 U232  Breakfast

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8 Uncover Gaudí’s Barcelona

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Explore centuries of history, contemporary culture and exquisite art and architecture on your day at leisure. Visit Gaudí’s fantasy Park Güell, or join an ‘Optional Experience’ to the monastery perched atop the mountain of Montserrat to see the mystical Black Madonna. This evening, we celebrate with our new found friends and Travel Director at a Farewell Dinner.

Day 9 Farewell Spain

 Breakfast, Dinner

For now it’s a fond adiós to Spain at the end of a memorable vacation.  Breakfast

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15 Days starting from $3,350/person

TRIP HIGHLIGHTS

Connect With Locals Enjoy a traditional Andalusian ‘Be My Guest’ dinner and the charming company of the Morillo family

Dive Into Culture Visit the Prado Museum in Madrid, where you’ll have time to admire its extraordinary collection. Embark on a walking tour in the ancient hill-top city of Toledo

Explore Barcelona, Seville, Córdoba, Toledo and Madrid with a ‘Local Specialist’

Discover Burgos, Santander, Bilbao, San Sebastián, Pamplona and Valencia

Visit The Tomb of El Cid in Burgos, the Alhambra Palace in Granada, the Rock of Gibraltar, the Cathedral in Seville, the Mosque of the Caliphs in Córdoba, and the Synagogue and Santo Tomé in Toledo

View the Guggenheim Museum in Bilbao, La Concha

Bay in San Sebastián, the Cathedral of Zaragoza, La Sagrada Família in Barcelona, the Castle of Peñíscola, the Serrano and Quart Towers and City of Arts and Sciences complex in Valencia

Explore the secrets of San Sebastián’s old harbor area and uncover the forgotten Basque maritime cultural heritage

Day 1 Hola Madrid

Welcome to the fiery Spanish capital that is Madrid. Take in the vibrant essence of Madrid, before meeting your fellow travelers and Travel Director for a memorable Welcome Reception and orientation drive to see some of the city’s most iconic sights.  Rafael Atocha  Dinner

Day 2 Journey to Burgos & on to Santander

Journey over the Guadarrama Mountains to Burgos, the historic capital of Castile, where we will visit the tomb of El Cid. We cross the Ebro River and the Cantabrian Cordillera Mountains, traveling to the coast and the capital of the Cantabrian region, Santander.  Santemar  Breakfast, Dinner

Day 3 Onwards to Culinary San Sebastián & Pamplona

We depart Santander and travel to Bilbao to view the striking Guggenheim Museum. Continuing to San Sebastián, the gourmet capital of Spain with a rich maritime history. Join a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience to explore the secrets of the old harbour area and uncover the forgotten Basque maritime cultural heritage. Our overnight stay is in the vibrant city of Pamplona.

 NH Iruña Park  Breakfast, Dinner

Day 4 Continue to Gaudi’s Barcelona (2 Nights)

Our journey continues through the Ebro Valley to Zaragoza where we’ll view the Basilica of El Pilar and Cathedral of La Seo. Later, admire panoramic views of a city that dates back to Roman times from atop Montjuïc in Barcelona.

 Apolo affiliated by Meliá  Breakfast

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Day 5 Discover Barcelona

The fantasy world of Gaudí is on display this morning as we embark on a sightseeing tour and see the inspiring, but as yet unf inished, La Sagrada Família in the company of a ‘Local Specialist.’ We’ll see Las Ramblas and Plaça de Catalunya before paying tribute to Christopher Columbus.  Breakfast

Day 6 Off to Coastal Peñíscola & Valencia

The sweet scent of oranges accompanies us on our journey along the Costa Dorada south to fortified Peñíscola, where we’ll see the ancient castle used in the film El Cid. We arrive in sunny Valencia where we will stay the night. Our orientation of this cultural city includes views of the town hall, the bullring, the Towers of Serrano and Quart, and the cathedral. Witness the modern verve of Valencia and view the City of Arts and Sciences.

 Silken Puerta  Breakfast

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7 Venture to Granada

Journey via the dramatic Mora Pass to the city of Granada where we’ll meet our ‘Local Specialist’ for a sightseeing tour of the spectacular UNESCO-listed Alhambra. Admire extraordinary Moorish architecture and the exotic water gardens of the Generalife, the summer palace. Check in to your hotel later, where we will dine tonight.

 Occidental  Breakfast, Dinner Access to attractions within the Alhambra complex, including the Nasrid Palace, is at the discretion of the staff of the Alhambra. Your Travel Director will advise and, if necessary, adjust your itinerary accordingly.

Day 8 On the Road to Sunny Costa del Sol (2 Nights)

Enjoy a leisurely morning on your terms, or consider taking an ‘Optional Experience’ to the medieval Moorish Quarter of Granada, before leaving for the sun-kissed shores of the Costa del Sol, where we’ll spend the next two nights.  Meliá  Breakfast

Day 9 Costa del Sol Your Way

Another day in paradise for you to kick back, worship the Spanish sunshine and indulge in la buena vida Consider an ‘Optional Experience’ to the effervescent Andalusian capital of Málaga to explore centuries of fascinating history.  Breakfast

Day 10 Explore Gibraltar & on to Seville (2 Nights)

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Day 11 See the Sights of Seville

 Las Casas de la Juderia  Breakfast, Dinner

A scenic drive takes us past the millionaires’ playground of Marbella and on to La Linea, before crossing to the Rock of Gibraltar, for free time to explore. This evening, we ‘Connect With Locals’ over dinner at a ‘Be My Guest’ experience with the Morillo family at their olive oil estate.

Join your ‘Local Specialist’ this morning for a tour of Seville’s leafy avenues. See the iconic Giralda Bell Tower, a former minaret, and visit the Seville Cathedral, the final resting place of Christopher Columbus. Stroll through Maria Luisa Park with its tiled fountains, pavilions, palms and orange trees, and walk through the imposing Plaza de España.  Breakfast

Day 12 Journey to Córdoba

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 Hesperia  Breakfast, Dinner

We journey to Córdoba to meet a ‘Local Specialist’ for a visit to the astounding Mosque of the Caliphs, a jewel of Hispano-Islamic art featuring striking arches and Byzantine mosaics. Then visit the remains of the 14th-century Mudéjar-style synagogue in the old Jewish neighborhood.

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13 Admire Ancient Toledo then on to Madrid (2 Nights)

Your ‘Local Specialist’ takes you on a walking tour of Toledo where you’ll ‘Dive Into Culture’ as you explore this ancient hilltop city. Visit the Church of Santo Tomé and the synagogue during your guided walk through the narrow streets. Arrive later in Madrid.

 Rafael Atocha

Day 14 Discover Stylish Madrid

We join our ‘Local Specialist’ to see the Royal Palace, Gran Vía and the Cibeles Fountain before we ‘Dive Into Culture’ and visit the world-famous Prado Museum. This evening, join your Travel Director and fellow travelers for an unforgettable Farewell Dinner to celebrate an epic adventure through Spain.

 Breakfast, Dinner

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15 Farewell Madrid

Our journey together has come to an end. For now it’s a fond adiós to Spain and newfound friends. 

Plaza de Espana

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9 Days starting from $2,195/person

TRIP HIGHLIGHTS

Dive Into Culture Visit the Prado Museum in Madrid, where you’ll have time to admire its extraordinary collection of European art dating from the 12th to early 20th centuries. Visit the Hieronymite Monastery, a former monastery of the Order of Saint Jerome and exquisite example of Manueline architecture

Connect With Locals Visit a horse ranch in the Andalusian countryside near the whitewashed village of Gerida, where you’ll enjoy a ‘Be My Guest’ dinner of traditional Sevillano cuisine

Explore Barcelona, Madrid, Toledo, Seville and Lisbon with a ‘Local Specialist’

Visit Plaça Catalunya in Barcelona, Prado Museum in Madrid, Church of Santo Tome and the Synagogue in Toledo, Plaza de España in Seville and Hieronymite Monastery in Lisbon

View La Sagrada Família in Barcelona and the Giralda Bell Tower in Seville

See the Royal Palace, the Gran Vía, Retiro Park and the Cibeles Fountain in Madrid, Seville Cathedral and the Belém Tower in Lisbon

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Day 1 Welcome to Barcelona (2 Nights)

Ramble up Las Ramblas and get ready for an unforgettable discovery of the Iberian Peninsula. Set your watch to the leisurely Mediterranean way of life, spending the day relaxing or

connecting with a city that once inspired Gaudí’s imagination. Later, meet your fellow compañeros and Travel Director for an orientation drive through some of the city’s iconic sights, followed by a Welcome Reception.

Day 2 Discover Lively Barcelona

 Hyatt Regency Tower  Dinner

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 Breakfast

Spend the morning exploring a city whose great passions include football, fashion and fairy-tale façades by famed architect Antoni Gaudí. We’ll see his masterpiece La Sagrada Familia during our guided sightseeing tour of the city with a ‘Local Specialist,’ then Montjuïc and Plaça de Catalunya, in the heart of Barcelona. The rest of the day is yours to delight in Spanish culture and cuisine. Consider joining an ‘Optional Experience’ to Montserrat to see the shrine of the Black Madonna.

Day 3 Journey to Madrid (2 Nights)

Today, we drive through the valleys and pastures of Aragón towards Spain’s capital. We arrive this evening in Madrid, renowned for its vibrant nightlife which we will have an opportunity to enjoy on our own terms.

 Barceló Imagine  Breakfast, Dinner

Day 4 Explore Fiery Madrid ‘Dive into Culture’

We join a ‘Local Specialist’ for a sightseeing tour of Madrid, where we will see trendy Gran Vía and the Cibeles Fountain, before we ‘Dive Into Culture’ visiting the worldfamous Prado Museum. Admire the masterpieces of Velázquez and other Spanish greats in this extraordinary museum, said to house the largest collection of European art in the world. Spend the rest of your day exploring the city at leisure. Visit the Royal Palace or stroll through Buen Retiro Park at the heart of the city — the choice is yours.

 Breakfast

Day 5 Onwards to Toledo & Seville (2 Nights)

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Day 6 See the Sights of Seville ‘Connect with Locals’

 Occidental Viapol  Breakfast

We journey south to the clifftop city of Toledo, where we’ll join our ‘Local Specialist’ for a walking tour. Visit the Church of Santo Tomé, home to one of El Greco’s most famous paintings, ‘The Burial of the Count of Orgaz’, and visit the former synagogue of Santa Maria la Blanca. We arrive in Seville this evening and immerse ourselves in the effer vescent spirit of Andalusia.

Your ‘Local Specialist’ will take you on a sightseeing tour past the symbolic Giralda Bell Tower, Maria Luisa Park and the imposing Plaza de España. Later, we’ll stroll through the historic Jewish Quarter before visiting the largest Gothic Cathedral in the world, where Christopher Columbus is entombed. Meet the Albaserrada family and their horses on their farm in the Andalusian countryside near the whitewashed village of Gerida. At this ‘Be My Guest’ experience you’ll ‘Connect With Locals’ over dinner featuring fresh regional ingredients and the local sangria of course.

 Breakfast, Dinner Day 7 Continue to Colorful Lisbon ‘Dive into Culture’ (2 Nights)

We travel west to Portugal, meandering through the province of Huelva, renowned for its Jabugo ham. After crossing into Portugal’s picturesque rural landscapes of the Alentejo — the country’s cork capital — we arrive in colorful Lisbon where we’ll meet our ‘Local Specialist’ for a sightseeing tour celebrating the grand triumphs of the Portuguese in centuries past. See the Monument to the Discoveries, the suspension bridge that spans the Tagus, and Belém Tower, once the ceremonial gateway to Lisbon. ‘Dive Into Culture’ on a visit to the UNESCO-listed Hieronymite Monastery, built in the 16th century, then spend the rest of the evening on your own exploration of the Portuguese capital.

 VIP Grand  Breakfast

Day 8 Lisbon Your Way

Enjoy the day sauntering through Lisbon’s grand shopping boulevards and the narrow lanes of Bairro Alto or consider joining an ‘Optional Experience’ to the historic towns of Cascais and Sintra. This evening, we enjoy a Farewell Dinner with newfound friends and our Travel Director, toasting to an epic Iberian vacation.

 Breakfast, Dinner

Day 9 Farewell Lisbon

Our journey through Spain and Portugal has come to an end. All that’s left is to say a fond adeus at the end of an unforgettable holiday.

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HIGHLIGHTS OF SPa I N & PORTUG a L

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TRIP HIGHLIGHTS

Connect With Locals Visit a stud farm and savor a traditional home-cooked ‘Be My Guest’ lunch with Tiago and Vera in Portugal’s beautiful Alentejo

Dive Into Culture Visit an inlaid steel factor y in Toledo to see local craftsmen forging the highest quality steel. Sample the famous sherry tradition in the Spanish city of Jerez, which has been making wine since ancient times. Visit the Hieronymite Monastery, a former monastery of the Order of Saint Jerome and exquisite example of Manueline architecture

Explore Córdoba, Seville, Évora, Lisbon, Toledo and Madrid with a ‘Local Specialist’

Discover Valencia, Cádiz and Salamanca

Visit the Alhambra Palace in Granada, the Cathedral Mosque in Córdoba, Seville Cathedral, the Cathedral of Évora, the Shrine at Fátima, Plaza Mayor in Salamanca and the Church of Santo Tomé and the Synagogue in Toledo

View the Hanging Houses of Cuenca, the Towers of Serrano and Quart and the City of Arts and Sciences complex in Valencia and the Cave Houses of Guadix

Day 1 Welcome to Madrid

Embrace la buena vida and soak up the vibrant atmosphere in Madrid before joining your fellow travelers and Travel Director for a Welcome Reception and orientation of the city’s glorious sights.  NH Collection Eurobuilding  Dinner

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2 Journey to Cuenca & Valencia

Witness the dramatic honey-colored clifftop hanging houses of Cuenca during your first stop today, before continuing your journey to Valencia. An orientation drive will include views of the 14th-century Towers of Serrano and Quart, and the City of Arts and Sciences.

 Silken Puerta  Breakfast

Day 3 Off to Unique Guadix & on to Granada

We travel through the Sierra Nevadas bound for Guadix, where we’ll witness how generations of locals have carved cozy abodes into their rocky surrounds. Next, we’ll drive through the jagged Mora Pass to Granada.

 Catalonia  Breakfast, Dinner

Day 4 Onwards to Córdoba & Seville (3 Nights)

Tread in the footsteps of Spain’s last emirs, joining your ‘Local Specialist’ for a visit to the Alhambra, with its amazing palaces, gardens and fountains. We

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leave Granada behind for Córdoba where we’ll join a ‘Local Specialist’ to visit the mesmerizing Mosque of the Caliphs. Our final stop for the day is enchanting Seville.

 Meliá Lebreros  Breakfast, Dinner

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Day 5 Uncover the Secrets of Seville

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Seville takes center stage today. We’ll see the symbolic Giralda Bell Tower with a ‘Local Specialist,’ then stroll through the imposing Plaza de España in Maria Luisa Park and visit the largest Gothic Cathedral in the world. This evening, consider joining an ‘Optional Experience’ flamenco performance.

Day 6 Admire the Sights of Jerez & Cádiz

We indulge in the aromatic flavors of Jerez today as we ‘Dive Into Culture’ and into the centuries-old tradition of Spanish sherry production. The leafy boulevards and quiet plazas of romantic Cádiz are our next stop. Tread in the footsteps of Columbus, who used this historic port city as his launchpad to the ‘New World.’  Breakfast Day 7 Venture to Évora

Leaving the zesty scents of Seville behind, we head to the golden landscapes of the Alentejo, where the Brito Paes family await our arrival for a special ‘Connect With Locals’ lunch on their traditional stud ranch, which has been rearing Lusitano horses since the 18th century. Enjoy a ‘Be My Guest’ experience in the home of their ancestor before continuing to Évora for a guided sightseeing tour with a ‘Local Specialist’ of its cathedral, Roman temple and Chapel of Bones. Tonight, enjoy dinner at your hotel.

 M’ar de Ar Muralhas  Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Day 8

On to Lively Lisbon (2 Nights)

We arrive in the seafaring Portuguese capital of Lisbon this afternoon, where we’ll join a ‘Local Specialist’ for a sightseeing tour. A particular highlight of this afternoon is an oppor tunity to ‘Dive Into Culture’ at the UNESCO-listed Hieronymite Monastery, an exquisite testament to 16th-century Manueline architecture and art.

 Olissippo Marquês de Sá  Breakfast

Day

9 Lisbon Your Way

Wander through Old Town Lisbon and the grand shopping boulevards that stretch from the shores of the Tagus and Lisbon Baixa to Rossio. Today is yours to embrace the captivating sights and sounds of the Portuguese capital on your own. Consider joining an ‘Optional Experience’ to the historic towns of Cascais and Sintra.

Breakfast

Day

10 Pilgrimage to Fátima & on to Salamanca

Follow the road taken by pilgrims over the last 100 years to the Shrine at Fátima, a site of celebrated religious miracles. We leave Portugal, traveling to the historic Spanish city of Salamanca with its golden-hued façades and ancient university heritage, where we will visit its 18th-century Plaza Mayor during our orientation tour.

 Gran Corona Sol  Breakfast Day 11

Continue to Toledo & Madrid (2 Nights)

See the walled city of Ávila, the city of Saint Teresa of Ávila. We arrive in the clifftop city of Toledo and join a ‘Local Specialist’ for a guided walk through its streets. We’ll visit the Church of Santo Tomé, home to one of El Greco’s most famous paintings — ‘The Burial of the Count of Orgaz’ — and the former Synagogue of Santa María la Blanca. Later, ‘Dive Into Culture’ and witness local craftsmen at work creating inlaid steel the traditional way. We arrive in Madrid this evening, our home for the next two nights.

 Ayre Gran Colon  Breakfast

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This morning, we join a ‘Local Specialist’ for a sightseeing tour of Madrid, where we’ll see the Royal Palace and the Cibeles Fountain. Spend the rest of the afternoon exploring the city on your own terms. This evening marks the end of our memorable journey through the Iberian Peninsula. Join your fellow companions and Travel Director for a Farewell Dinner.

Day 13 Adiós Madrid

 Breakfast, Dinner

For now it’s time to say a fond farewell to Spain and Portugal at the end of a memorable vacation.

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SPa I N, MOROCCO & PORTUG a L

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TRIP HIGHLIGHTS

Connect With Locals Visit a horse ranch in the Andalusian countryside near the whitewashed village of Gerida, where you’ll enjoy a ‘Be My Guest’ dinner of traditional Sevillano cuisine

Dive Into Culture The invincible swords of Toledo have defended cities for centuries. Visit an inlaid steel factory in Toledo to see local craftsmen forging the highest quality steel. Visit a Moroccan pharmacy to learn about local healing creams and cosmetics made from regional ingredients. Visit the Hieronymite Monastery, a former monastery of the Order of Saint Jerome and exquisite example of Manueline architecture

Explore Madrid, Toledo, Marrakesh, Fes, Seville and Lisbon with a ‘Local Specialist’

Discover Casablanca, Rabat, Tangier, Fátima and Salamanca

Visit the Synagogue and Santo Tomé in Toledo, the Alhambra in Granada, Bahia Palace in Marrakesh, the Cathedral in Seville and Plaza Mayor in Salamanca

View the Royal Palace in Rabat, the Hassan II Mosque in Casablanca, the Belém Tower in Lisbon and the Shrine at Fátima

Travel to Europe often requires an overnight flight. Please arrange for flights to arrive on or before Day 1.

Day 1 Hola Madrid (2 Nights)

Kick off your unforgettable journey in the fiery Spanish capital of Madrid. Join your fellow travelers and Travel Director for a Welcome Reception and orientation drive past some of the city’s most iconic sites.

Day 2 Explore Fiery Madrid

 Meliá Castilla  Dinner

Join your ‘Local Specialist’ on this day of discovery, including views of the iconic Cibeles fountain and Paseo de la Castellana. Admire the Royal Palace and Retiro Park before spending the rest of the day on your own indulging in la buena vida.

 Breakfast

Day 3 Onwards to Toledo & Granada

Join your ‘Local Specialist’ for a walking tour of Toledo, during which you’ll visit the Church of Santo Tomé. ‘Dive Into Culture’ at a local steel and Damascene workshop, before your journey continues to Granada.

 Occidental  Breakfast, Dinner

Day 4 Journey to the Sunny Costa del Sol

Admire the impressive palatial city of the Alhambra. Join a ‘Local Specialist’ for a guided visit, then continue to the flamboyant Costa del Sol.

 NH Marbella  Breakfast Alhambra: Access to attractions within the Alhambra complex, including the Nasrid Palace, is at the discretion of the staff of the Alhambra. Your Travel Director will advise and, if necessary, adjust your itinerary accordingly.

Day 5 Cross the Strait of Gibraltar to Fes (2 Nights)

We travel along the sun-kissed shores of the Mediterranean and cross to North Africa by ferry. A memorable drive past the Rif Mountains brings us to Fes, our home for the next two nights.

Day 6 The Medina & More in Fes

 Marriott Jnan Palace  Breakfast, Dinner

Join a ‘Local Specialist’ for a sightseeing tour through the cultural and spiritual center of Morocco. Stroll through the Medina of Fes and admire traditional Moroccan handiwork during a visit to a carpet cooperative. Spend the rest of your afternoon at leisure. Tonight, maybe join an ‘Optional Experience’ Arabian dinner in a traditional riad — a night of heartfelt local entertainment, including belly dancing, awaits.  Breakfast

Day 7 Off to Vibrant Marrakesh (2 Nights)

Departing Fes, we journey west through the golden landscape which turns to rusty red, bound for vibrant Marrakesh. Past and present collide in the world-famous Jemaa elFnaa Square. Embrace the unrivaled energy of this cultural and economic hub.

 Le Méridien N’Fis  Breakfast

Day 8 Discover Marrakesh

Visit the elegant Bahia Palace during your walking tour with a ‘Local Specialist.’ See Jemaa el-Fnaa Square in the Old Quarter with its palm-readers, acrobats and snake charmers. Visit a traditional Moroccan pharmacy and ‘Dive Into Culture,’ gaining insights into the blending of creams and cosmetics using regional ingredients. The rest of the day is yours to explore.

Day 9 Continue to Casablanca & Tangier

 Breakfast, Dinner

We journey north to Casablanca and enjoy views of the Hassan II Mosque before arriving in the country’s capital city. Stop at the opulent Hassan V Mausoleum and admire Rabat’s cityscape. Continue to Tangier, a prominent gateway between Africa and Europe. Our unique Stays With Stories this evening is the sumptuous El Minzah, an icon of the city overlooking the Bay of Tangiers and the sparkling Mediterranean beyond.

 El Minzah  Breakfast, Dinner

Day 10 Sail the Strait to Seville (2 Nights)

Crossing the Straits of Gibraltar by ferry, we arrive back in Spain and journey past Jerez to Seville. Consider joining an ‘Optional Experience’ to witness first-hand the intoxicating flamenco performance.

Day 11 Explore Spectacular Seville

 Meliá Lebreros  Breakfast

Join your ‘Local Specialist’ for a sightseeing tour and visit Christopher Columbus’s ornate tomb in the Cathedral. Meet the Albaserrada family and their horses on their farm in the Andalusian countryside. Here you’ll enjoy a ‘Be My Guest’ experience as you ‘Connect With Locals’ over a dinner featuring fresh regional ingredients and the local sangria.

 Breakfast, Dinner

Day 12 Venture to Lisbon (2 Nights)

We cross into the golden fields of the Alentejo region, bound for Lisbon. See the gleaming Monument to the Discoveries, the suspension bridge spanning the Tagus River and Belém Tower. Then, join your ‘Local Specialist’ for a city tour and ‘Dive Into Culture’ on a sightseeing tour of the UNESCO-listed Hieronymite Monastery, built in the 16th century.

Day

13 Lisbon Your Way

 Olissippo Marquês de Sá/Olissippo Oriente  Breakfast

Explore the centuries-old seafaring heritage of the Portuguese, paying tribute to the great explorers who bravely set off from Portugal’s shores to discover the ‘New World.’ Consider an ‘Optional Experience’ to discover Portugal’s ‘Golden Triangle’ of Sintra, Cascais and the Estoril coast.

 Breakfast

Day 14 Pilgrimage to Fátima & on to Salamanca

We trace the path of pilgrims at the celebrated shrine in Fátima, then depart Portugal bound for Salamanca.

 Gran Corona Sol  Breakfast

Day 15 Return to Madrid

Traversing the Sierra de Guadarrama Mountains, we arrive in Madrid. This evening, we join our travel companions and Travel Director for a memorable Farewell Dinner.

 NH Collection Eurobuilding  Breakfast, Dinner

Day

16 Journey Home

Our epic journey through Spain, Morocco and Portugal comes to an end this morning.

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TRIP HIGHLIGHTS

Dive Into Culture Watch as skilled craftsman capture the distinctive sound of the cuckoo demonstrating the centuries’ old craft of clock making in the Black Forest

Connect With Locals In a medieval castle high above the Rhine River Valley, you’ll enjoy an exclusive Be My Guest lunch and be transported back to a time of kings and knights

Explore Paris with a Local Specialist

Discover Amsterdam and Lucerne

Visit the Rhine Falls in Schaffhausen and a cuckoo clock factory in the Black Forrest

View the Lion Monument and the Chapel Bridge in Lucerne, the Champs-Élysées, the Eiffel Tower, the Arc de Triomphe and Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris

See the Lorelei Rock and the vineyards of Burgundy

Scenic Cruise along the canals of Amsterdam and the Rhine River

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Day 1 Welcome to Amsterdam

Welcome to the colorful city of Amsterdam. Explore this city of bicycles and boats before joining your Travel Director and fellow travelers this evening, on a scenic canal cruise including a light dinner and welcome drinks.

City

Sample the tastes of Europe

Optional Eurostar Extension

Consider extending your vacation with a visit to London. Travel from Paris to London by high-speed Eurostar™ train. This extension includes a standard class Eurostar™ ticket, transfer to the station in Paris and to your hotel in London as well as one night’s hotel accommodation in London.

D ay 7 Catch the Eurostar™ to London

Transfers are provided to Paris Gare du Nord station, where you’ll board the Eurostar™ train to London. The journey time to London St. Pancras International is 2 hours and 20 minutes. On arrival in London you are met and transferred to your hotel.

 Park Plaza Riverbank  Breakfast

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Day 2 Enjoy a Scenic Cruise in the Rhineland

Journey through Germany to the highest castle in the Rhine River Valley for an exclusive ‘Be My Guest’ experience where you’ll ‘Connect With Locals’ over lunch in medieval surrounds and be transported back to a time of kings and knights. We’ll board a river cruise to St. Goar then head to the old university town of Heidelberg, with its impressive Renaissance structures, Baroque Old town, and views of the ruined red sandstone castle. We venture to our Rhineland hotel, where we’ll spend our evening at leisure.

 Holiday Inn Mannheim  Breakfast, Lunch Day 3 Journey through the Black Forest to Lucerne (2 Nights)

In the enchanting Black Forest, we’ll ‘Dive Into Culture’ and witness the fine craft of cuckoo clock making, before crossing the Swiss border. We’ll visit the dramatic Rhine Falls at Schaffhausen, the largest waterfall in Europe and arrive on the shores of Lake Lucerne, where we will stay for the next two nights.  Grand Europe  Breakfast

Day 4 Explore Lucerne

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Day 5 Off through the Burgundy Wine Region to Paris (2 Nights)

See the changing landscape as you travel into France through Alsace and cross the Maginot Line. Admire the scenic Burgundy Wine Region, before arriving in Paris. Indulge in a free evening to explore the grand boulevards of the French capital. Experience the pageantry of Paris firsthand and opt for an Optional Experience to a Parisian Cabaret.

Day 6 Explore Magical Paris

 Breakfast

Soak up the relaxed lakeside atmosphere before your morning orientation begins. Cross the solid wooden Chapel Bridge, visit the solemn Lion Monument, commemorating the massacre of the Swiss Guards in 1792 and spend your afternoon shopping in the Old Town. Consider an ‘Optional Experience’ ascending the surrounding mountains for panoramic alpine views or wander along the tranquil lake shore.

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 Pullman La Défense  Breakfast

Join a Local Specialist today and delve into the artistic and historic treasures of Paris, including views of the elegant Champs-Élysées, the Arc de Triomphe and the Eiffel Tower. View Notre Dame Cathedral and enjoy a stroll through the Latin Quarter. This afternoon, amble through the city’s stylish gardens, avenues, and lanes, admiring the sophisticated atmosphere or consider joining an Optional Experience to the exquisite Palace of Versailles. This evening we enjoy a Farewell Dinner with our travel companions and Travel Director.  Breakfast, Dinner

Day 7 Farewell Paris

After breakfast, say a fond au revoir to your fellow travelers and Travel Director.  Breakfast

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TRIP HIGHLIGHTS

Connect With Locals Enjoy a traditional British ‘Be My Guest’ dinner with locals in London

Dive Into Culture Forage for the freshest food buys at Britain’s most renowned food market, Borough Market, and visit Kensington Palace gaining insights into the lives of the Royal Family

Explore London with a ‘Local Specialist’

Visit Stonehenge, Windsor Castle, Westminster Abbey, Kensington Palace, and a choice of fantastic free museums including the Imperial War Museum and the British Museum

View Big Ben, the Houses of Parliament and Buckingham Palace

Scenic Cruise on the Thames from the London Eye to Greenwich

Tickets London Oyster Card (Public Transport) pass

Travel to Europe often requires an overnight flight. Please arrange for flights to arrive on or before Day 1.

Day 1 Welcome to London (7 Nights)

Embrace the pomp and pageantry of a city that marches to its very own vibrant tune — yours to explore before meeting your Travel Director and fellow travelers later this evening for a Welcome Reception to kick-start your grand exploration of London.  The Tower  Dinner

Day

2 Journey to Prehistoric Stonehenge & Windsor

Regal traditions and ancient monuments take center stage today as we embark on a full-day excursion from London. Our first stop sees us delve into the history of the best-known prehistoric monument in Europe — the

ancient stone circle at Stonehenge. Then enjoy some free time for lunch before visiting Windsor Castle, one of the King’s elegant homes, including the superb Georgian State Apartments and St. George’s Chapel.

 Breakfast

Day 3 London Your Way

Armed with your travel pass, London truly is your oyster. Your Travel Director will give you suggestions on how to make the most of your full day at leisure. Walk through ‘The City’ exploring the oldest part of London — the imposing dome of Christopher Wren’s St. Paul’s Cathedral, Leadenhall Market’s ornate façades and the Tower of London, with its grim history and extraordinary royal heritage. Pay tribute to Admiral Nelson in Trafalgar Square and wander down The Mall to Buckingham Palace, the official London residence of the UK’s sovereigns since 1837. Alternatively, consider a full-day ‘Optional Experience’ to the enchanting Cotswolds, visiting Shakespeare’s Stratford-upon-Avon, with a stop in the university town of Oxford to admire the towering spires of cathedrals, churches and colleges.

Breakfast

Day 4 Discover Multicultural London

Ease into London’s energetic pace before embarking on an included sightseeing tour with your Travel Director, which features Big Ben, the Houses of Parliament, Buckingham Palace and Westminster Abbey. See the stately Changing of the Guard before your sightseeing tour finishes in central London. Spend the rest of the day enjoying a slice of London culture or join an ‘Optional Experience’ to the St. Paul’s Cathedral and Tower of London to see the magnificent Crown Jewels and meet the Yeoman Wardens of Her Majesty’s Royal Palace and Fortress.  Breakfast

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Day 6 Explore Westminster Abbey & Kensington Palace Dive Into Culture

Breakfast, Dinner

Saunter past the buzzing stalls of Borough Market, London’s most renowned food market which has been feeding locals for centuries. ‘Dive Into Culture’ and rub shoulders with the locals who buy the best of British produce here. Spend the rest of the day visiting London’s extraordinary museums, many of which are free to visit. Use your London travel pass to traverse the length and breadth of the city. Perhaps visit the British Museum, whose global treasures are symbolic of the extent of the Empire in centuries past, or the Imperial War Museum, sharing the story of modern warfare from World War I to today. This evening you’ll enjoy dinner and ‘Connect With Locals’ at an exclusive ‘Be My Guest’ experience.

Imagine the kings and queens who have glided gracefully up the 13th-century mosaic floor of Westminster Abbey. We’ll have an opportunity to explore this architectural wonder on a guided visit with a ‘Local Specialist.’ Find out why this church lost its cathedral status and pay your respects at the Tomb of the Unknown Warrior. Later, visit Kensington Palace and ‘Dive Into Culture,’ gaining insights into the lives of the Royal Family. Tour the Royal Palace, which was once home to Diana, Princess of Wales, and now houses the private apartments of her son Prince William and his wife Kate. Indulge in a delicious English cream tea in The Pavillion surrounded by beautiful formal gardens before returning to your hotel.  Breakfast

Day 7 Cruise the Thames to Greenwich

Enjoy one last full day in the lively city streets of London. Consider taking a trip up the Shard — Europe’s tallest building, admire England’s proud history reflected in its monuments to great men and victories, or see the treasures of the British Library. This afternoon, meet with your Travel Director and travel companions for a leisurely cruise down the Thames to Greenwich. Sail under the famous Tower Bridge before enjoying a Farewell Dinner at a historic pub and toast to your unforgettable week.

Breakfast Day 8 Cheerio London!

After breakfast, say a fond farewell to London and your newfound friends as you prepare to return home after a memorable holiday in one of the world’s greatest cities. Airport Transfers to London Airports are available to purchase.  Breakfast

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Windsor Castle

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TRIP HIGHLIGHTS

Connect With Locals Experience a classic old style quintessentially Parisian Bistro, run by Daniel and his family, at your ‘Be My Guest’ dinner. This is where the locals come and is one of our favorite places for rustic and soulful French cuisine

Explore London and Paris with a ‘Local Specialist’

Discover Bath and Windsor

Visit the Roman Baths in Bath, Stonehenge and the Palace of Versailles

View the Eiffel Tower, the Champs-Élysées, the Arc de Triomphe and Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris

See Big Ben, the Houses of Parliament and Buckingham Palace in London and the White Cliffs of Dover

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Day 1 Hello London (4 Nights)

Embrace the pomp and pageantry of a city that combines the fascinating heritage of yesteryear with all the verve of a modern capital. Stroll through its leafy Royal Parks, shop up a storm in the West End or visit some of London’s world-famous historic attractions or museums to gain a sense of a place that is cer tainly larger than life. This evening join your Travel Director and fellow travelers for a Welcome Reception.

Join an optional to a classic Parisian cabaret

Day 2 Soak up Bath & on to Stonehenge

This morning, leave London and travel to Bath, where you’ll visit the Roman Baths from which the city derives its name. Enjoy an orientation of this UNESCO-listed city with its beautiful Georgian architecture, then stop at Stonehenge to visit the historic stone monoliths where pagans once worshipped.

Breakfast

Day 3 Discover London & Journey to Windsor

London’s iconic sights take center stage today during a half-day introductory sightseeing tour with a ‘Local Specialist.’ See Big Ben, the imposing Houses of Parliament, Westminster Abbey and Buckingham Palace, before traveling to the town of Windsor with its vast royal castle, the oldest and largest continuously occupied castle in the world. Spend the afternoon following in the footsteps of royalty. Explore over 900 years of royal history, ambling through this historic market town. Return to London and discover its theatrical treasures this evening when you consider joining your Travel Director at an optional West End show.

Day 4 Explore London Your Way

Enjoy a day at leisure to explore the captivating sights and sounds of London. Your Travel Director will provide you with recommendations on how to spend your day in the city. Perhaps take a leisurely cruise along the Thames River, delve into centuries of history and admire the exquisite crown jewels at the Tower of London, catch a flight on the London Eye, then meander through the stalls of Covent Garden.

Breakfast Day 5 Cross the English Channel to Paris (4 Nights)

Departing London, we travel through the lush green Kent countryside to board our ferry in Dover, watching the impressive White Cliffs disappear into the distance as we cross to France. We pass the bloody World War I battlefields of the Somme en-route to Paris where we will spend four nights.  Mercure Paris Gare Montparnasse TGV  Breakfast

Day 6 Explore the Sights

of Paris

The ‘City of Light’ shines brightly today as our ‘Local Specialist’ takes us on a sightseeing tour of Paris. We’ll view the grand Champs Élysées, Arc de Triomphe, Place de la Concorde and Notre Dame Cathedral before enjoying a walk through the Latin Quarter. Spend a free afternoon soaking up the sophistication of this beautiful city. Maybe wander through Montmartre and admire the imposing white domes of Sacre Coeur or enjoy a light-hearted picnic in the pretty Tuileries gardens. This evening we ‘Connect With Locals’ over dinner and indulge in a first-hand encounter with Parisian culture during a ‘Be My Guest’ experience.

 Breakfast, Dinner

Day 7 The Splendor of Versailles

Enjoy a free morning in Paris or pay a visit to da Vinci’s Mona Lisa at one of the world’s most visited museums, the Louvre. Later, join a ‘Local Specialist’ today to explore the opulent Palace of Versailles — its splendor and beauty created to reflect the self-proclaimed majesty of King Louis XIV, the ‘Sun King.’ See the exquisite sprawling gardens, the Hall of Mirrors with its impressive chandeliers. This evening, enjoy the city by night or perhaps attend a colorful Parisian cabaret performance.

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JUL 6

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Day 8 Wander Magical Paris

Spend the day at leisure delving into the sophistication and glamour of Paris on your own terms. Sample delicious French cakes at a local pâtisserie, amble along the cobblestone lanes of Le Marais or journey into the macabre underground catacombs dating back to the 19th century. On our last evening together in Paris, we join our travel companions and Travel Director for a Farewell Dinner in the city.  Breakfast, Dinner Day 9 Au

Revoir Paris

After breakfast, we bid our new found friends a fond farewell as our memorable vacation comes to a close.

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TRIP HIGHLIGHTS

Connect With Locals Travel to Isola Tiberina for an evening with Fabio and his family. Enjoy drinks and a ‘Be My Guest’ dinner in a unique setting among Roman excavations

Explore London, Paris, Florence and Rome with a ‘Local Specialist’

Discover Lucerne and Venice

Visit St. Peter’s Basilica in Rome

View the White Cliffs of Dover, the Eiffel Tower, the Champs-Élysées, the Arc de Triomphe and Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris, the Lion Monument and the Chapel Bridge in Lucerne, St. Mark’s Basilica in Venice and the ancient sites of Rome

See the Somme Battlefields and the vineyards of Burgundy in France

Scenic Cruise by private launch to St. Mark’s Square in Venice

Learn about the history and ancient skill of Venetian glassblowing, playing your role in ensuring the survival of this traditional craft through your visit

COUNTRIES (including Vatican City)

Travel to Europe often requires an overnight flight. Please arrange for flights to arrive on or before Day 1.

Day 1 Welcome to London (2 Nights)

Spend some time exploring the pomp and pageantry of a city that effortlessly combines old and new.

 Park Plaza County Hall

*Local Host is with you during your stay in London. Your Travel Director will join you on day 3.

Day 2 Discover Historic London

Join a ‘Local Specialist’ this morning for a tour of the iconic and unexpected highlights of London, including Big Ben, the imposing Houses of Parliament and Westminster Abbey. The rest of the day is free.  Breakfast

Rome’s Trevi Fountain

Day 3 Cross the English Channel to Paris (2 Nights)

Meet your Travel Director and depart London for the White Cliffs of Dover, England’s last hurrah before we cross the English Channel. We pass the tragic World War I battlef ields before arriving in Paris where we will enjoy a Welcome Reception with dinner, followed by an orientation drive.

Day 4 Explore the Sights of Paris

 Novotel Centre Bercy  Breakfast, Dinner

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Day 5 Onwards to Explore Lucerne

 Breakfast

Embark on a scenic sojourn with your ‘Local Specialist’ along the Grand Champs Élysées to view the Arc de Triomphe, honoring those who fought for France. View Notre Dame Cathedral and enjoy a stroll through the Latin Quarter. This afternoon, you’ll have some leisure time to explore the treasures of Paris. Maybe wander through Montmartre in search of beautiful art, view da Vinci’s Mona Lisa at the Louvre or relax at a cozy French café and enjoy a glass of wine while watching the world go by.

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 Grand Europe  Breakfast, Dinner

We wind our way through the sprawling vineyards of Burgundy, journeying south past rolling green farmlands into Switzerland bound for Lucerne. Cross the famous wooden Chapel Bridge with its 17th-century paintings and view the mortally wounded lion hewn from rock.

Day

6 Journey to the Floating City of Venice

The contrast of scenery today is nothing short of remarkable. Traversing the Alps, we travel through the St. Gotthard tunnel and the border at Chiasso into Italy. Catch a glimpse of northern Italy’s beautiful lakes, whose scenic retreats have attracted the aristocracy for centuries, before arriving later in Venice.  Novotel Mestre Castellana  Breakfast

Day

7 On to Florence

Board a private motor launch to the gateway of Venice, St. Mark’s Square. View the Bridge of Sighs and ornate Doge’s Palace, then ‘Dive Into Culture’ on your unforgettable MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience where you’ll witness the centuries-old craft of glassblowing at one of the oldest workshops on the islands. We’ll have some time to explore and fit in some shopping before crossing the Apennine Mountains bound for Florence, the ‘Cradle of the Renaissance.’

 Villa Neroli  Breakfast Day 8 Journey to Rome (2 Nights)

The magnificent Renaissance dome of Santa Maria del Fiore Cathedral and the Baptistery are among the sights we will view during our guided walking tour with a ‘Local Specialist.’ Admire the Ponte Vecchio which has spanned the Arno River for almost 700 years. Marvel at the impressive palazzi and art in the Piazza della Signoria, the political hub of the city. Continue to Rome, the last stop on your trip.

 Villa Pamphili/TH Roma Hotel Carpegna Palace  Breakfast

Day 9 Uncover Ancient Rome & the Vatican City

Visit the Vatican for a memorable encounter with the center of Christianity. A ‘Local Specialist’ will take you on a tour of St. Peter’s Basilica, the home of Michelangelo’s Pietà Consider an ‘Optional Experience’ to see the magnificent frescoes of the Sistine Chapel, before traveling to Ancient Rome to view the Colosseum. This evening at our Farewell Dinner, we ‘Connect With Locals’ at a ‘Be My Guest’ experience and celebrate the Italian zest for life, food and good company.

 Breakfast, Dinner Day 10 Farewell Rome

Our adventure together has come to an end. We say a fond farewell to Rome and our travel companions at the end of our journey together.

 Breakfast

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Vatican Swiss Guards

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TRIP HIGHLIGHTS

Connect With Locals Enjoy a traditional ‘Be My Guest’ lunch with the Landi family at their home near Florence, set within a garden of oak trees against the backdrop of Tuscan vineyards and olive groves

Explore London, Rome, Florence and Paris with a ‘Local Specialist’

Discover Amsterdam, Heidelberg, Innsbruck, Venice and Lucerne

Visit St. Peter’s Basilica in Rome

View the canals in Amsterdam, the Golden Roof in Innsbruck, St. Mark’s Square in Venice, the ancient sites in Rome, the Chapel Bridge in Lucerne and the Eiffel Tower and Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris

See the Lorelei Rock and the vineyards of Burgundy Scenic Cruise along the canals of Amsterdam, the Rhine River and by private launch to St. Mark’s Square in Venice

Learn about the history and ancient skill of Venetian glassblowing, playing your role in ensuring the survival of this traditional craft through your visit

Travel to Europe often requires an overnight flight. Please arrange for flights to arrive on or before Day 1.

Day 1 Welcome to London (2 Nights)

Arrive in the vibrant British capital where you will spend the next two nights, enjoying the pomp and pageantry of a city that effortlessly combines old and new.

 The Tower *Local Host is with you during your stay in London. Your Travel Director will join you on day 3.

Day 2 Discover Historic London

Join a ‘Local Specialist’ this morning for a tour of the iconic and unexpected sites of London.  Breakfast Day 3 Eurostar™ to Brussels & on to Amsterdam

Meet your Travel Director before boarding the Eurostar™ for a highspeed train journey to Brussels and a luxury coach journey to Amsterdam. Enjoy an orientation tour before your Welcome Reception dinner cruise.

 Mercure City  Breakfast, Dinner

Day 4 Journey to the Rhineland & a Scenic Cruise

Drive to Boppard where we board a cruise along the Rhine to St. Goar, passing vineyard-clad hills and medieval castles perched above

riverside towns. Arriving in the Baroque city of Heidelberg, we explore its iconic and unexpected highlights before traveling to our Rhineland hotel.  Sinsheim  Breakfast, Dinner Day 5 Off to Innsbruck

Head to Innsbruck, where you’ll admire Emperor Maximilian’s famous Golden Roof and perhaps indulge in an evening of Tyrolean entertainment.

 Tivoli Hotel Innsbruck  Breakfast Day 6 Onwards to the Canals of Venice

Cross the Brenner Pass and continue to Venice. Cruise by private launch to St. Mark’s Square, viewing the ornate Doge’s Palace and the Bridge of Sighs. ‘Dive Into Culture’ and enjoy a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience where you’ll witness the centuries-old craft of glassblowing before a free afternoon.

Day 7

All Roads Lead to Rome (2 Nights)

 Novotel Mestre Castellana  Breakfast

Travel south across the Veneto Plain, passing Bologna and the dramatic Apennine Mountains as well as the green and golden fields of Lazio before reaching Rome, the ‘Eternal City.’ En route, we ‘Connect With Locals’ over lunch at a ‘Be My Guest’ experience and enjoy true Tuscan hospitality with a local family on their private estate in the Chianti countryside.  A.Roma Lifestyle  Breakfast, Lunch

Day 8 Discover Ancient Rome & the Vatican City

Our first stop today sees us discover the divine beauty of the Vatican City. We’ll visit St. Peter’s Basilica with a ‘Local Specialist’ to view Michelangelo’s Renaissance masterpiece, the Pietà We continue to Ancient Rome to view the iconic Colosseum and Circus Maximus, once the site of exhilarating chariot races centuries ago. The afternoon is yours to explore the city on your terms.

Breakfast

Day 9 Continue to Renaissance Florence

Travel north to the ‘Cradle of the Renaissance,’ Florence. Delve into the rich Medici heritage of this beautiful medieval city with your ‘Local Specialist.’ Visit what was once the political hub of the city, Piazza della Signoria, with its impressive sculptures and stunning palazzi. View the imposing Duomo crowned by Brunelleschi’s dome and the Baptistery renowned for its bronze doors.  Hilton Metropole  Breakfast

Day 10 Across the Alps to

Lucerne (2 Nights)

Drive across the Alps into Switzerland, where the next two nights are spent in Lucerne. Tonight, why not consider an optional Swiss Folklore Show?  Grand Europe  Breakfast

Day 11 Explore Lucerne

This morning, view the mournful, mortally wounded lion hewn from rock to commemorate the Swiss Guards who lost their lives defending Louis XVI. Walk along the flowerlined 14th-century covered Chapel Bridge, crossing the river Reuss. Or join an exciting ‘Optional Experience’ to one of the surrounding peaks for breathtaking views.

 Breakfast, Dinner

Day 12 On to Captivating Paris (2 Nights)

CATHERINE

Crossing the border into France this morning, we travel past the picturesque vineyards and country towns of Burgundy en route to the ‘City of Light.’ Spend some time this evening strolling along the Seine and grand boulevards in search of a cozy bistro for fine French cuisine or consider an ‘Optional Experience’ to a colorful Parisian cabaret.

 Evergreen Laurel  Breakfast

Day

13 Discover the Sights of Paris

Join a ‘Local Specialist’ today for a sightseeing tour of this romantic city. View the sophisticated Champs Élysées, Place de la Concorde, the 19th-century Arc de Triomphe and Notre Dame Cathedral, then enjoy a stroll through the Latin Quarter. Our European Whirl almost at its end, we spend the evening with fellow travelers and our Travel Director, enjoying a Farewell Dinner in a local bistro.

 Breakfast, Dinner

Day 14 Farewell Paris

Today bid adieu to your fellow travelers and Travel Director at the end of your memorable experience.  Breakfast

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JUL 7, 14, 17, 24

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*FEB 12, 26

*MAR 4, 11, 18, 22, 25, 29

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OCT 4, 11, 14, 28

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Central, Eastern & Northern Europe including Scandinavia & Iceland

Tour the heart of Europe, where sleek capitals like Berlin and Copenhagen lead to fairytale fantasies of castles, the Black Forest, and the Little Mermaid. From the dazzling Croatian coast to Iceland’s steaming crevices, witness history revealed in wooden shoes, cuckoo clocks, and handmade lace. Enjoy a pilsner or a flaky strudel under window boxes cascading with geraniums, framing centuries­old half­timber buildings.

Some of our favorite MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experiences that connect you with people, the planet and wildlife and promote the values of sustainable tourism in the communities we visit include:

MOUNT STANSERHORN

Embark on a spectacular journey to the summit of Mount Stanserhorn and appreciate unrivalled views of snow-capped peaks. Meet a Swiss ranger and learn about the local wildlife and flora over a conservation talk.

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PLITVICE LAKES NATIONAL PARK

Join a ‘Local Specialist’ to explore Plitvice National Park and learn how the site actively carries out research to monitor the natural habitat of species. Country Roads of Croatia (Page 80)

NUSNAS

Meet the entertaining Olsson family and visit their workshop for an amazing demonstration of a colorful wooden horse being made. Try your hand at whittling with the help of the Olssen family, who have practiced the art for generations. Spectacular Scandinavia & its Fjords (Online at GETours.com)

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SWITZERL a N D & aU STRI a

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TRIP HIGHLIGHTS

Be My Guest Tour the Monastery of Kloster Wernberg, originally a castle, today home to 60 Missionary Sisters of the Precious Blood, where you’ll enjoy a homemade dinner with herbs from their own garden

Explore Salzburg and Vienna with a ‘Local Specialist’

Discover Zürich, Innsbruck and Lucerne

Visit Vaduz, St. Moritz, Stresa, Graz, Lipizzaner Stud farm in Piber and Zermatt

View the Golden Roof and Hofburg Palace in Innsbruck, the Matterhorn and Jungfrau mountains (weather permitting), Chillon Castle, Bern and the Chapel Bridge and Lion Monument in Lucerne

Stop at an inclusive café in Switzerland

Travel to Europe often requires an overnight flight. Please arrange for flights to arrive on or before Day 1.

Day 1 Welcome to Zürich

Your epic journey begins in the sophisticated Swiss city of Zürich. Meet your Travel Director and fellow travelers for an orientation in the afternoon. This evening, enjoy a Welcome Reception in this beautiful lakeside setting.  Mövenpick Regensdorf  Dinner Day 2 Journey to Liechtenstein & Salzburg

Embark on a soul-stirring encounter with the valleys and lofty peaks of Liechtenstein, bound for its tiny capital, Vaduz. Continue along the scenic Arlberg route through the Tyrol to your overnight stop in the Baroque city of Salzburg. Here, you will join a ‘Local Specialist’ for a walking tour that will take you past iconic sights, including the house where Mozart once lived and Domplatz with its imposing Salzburger Dom Cathedral, Residenz Castle and St. Peter’s Abbey.

Austria Trend Europa  Breakfast

Lucerne

Day 3 Onwards to Vienna (2 Nights)

Waltz through the scenic Austrian countryside, past Lake Mondsee and the rolling hills and fortresses of the Wachau Valley, then continue to Vienna. Perhaps spend your first evening in the ‘City of Music’ on an ‘Optional Experience’ Viennese dinner with traditional entertainment.  Azimut  Breakfast

Day 4 Discover Artistic Vienna

Admire the grand boulevards and beautiful Baroque façades of the Austrian capital on a guided sightseeing tour with a ‘Local Specialist.’ You’ll see the State Opera, Hofburg, St. Stephen’s Cathedral and Parliament, before spending time exploring this imperial city your way. Enjoy the Kaffee culture of the city and tonight consider an ‘Optional Experience’ dinner and Viennese Concert.  Breakfast

Day 5 Off to the Riverside Villach

We journey south to Graz, with its striking architecture and fascinating Roman history. Continue to Lipizzaner Stud farm at Piber where we’ll ‘Dive Into Culture’ and gain insights into the breeding of these athletic white stallions for the Spanish Riding School. Then head to Villach, our home for tonight. This evening, we ‘Connect With Locals’ and join Sister Monika and the nuns of Kloster Wernberg at a monastery housed in a beautiful old castle. Enjoy their hospitality and a traditional homemade dinner with herbs from their own garden at this ‘Be My Guest’ experience.  Palais26  Breakfast, Dinner Day 6 Ascend to Alpine Innsbruck

Enjoy spectacular Alpine scenery, journeying over the remarkable Felbertauern Road on your way to the capital of the Tyrol, Innsbruck. Here you will have an opportunity to admire Emperor Maximilian I’s Golden Roof, St. James Cathedral and see the Olympic ski jump. You could choose to marvel at the fascinating crystal installations and browse for precious gifts and souvenirs at the Swarovski Crystal Worlds Store.  Grauer Bär  Breakfast Day 7 Venture to St. Moritz

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This morning, we cross the Swiss border and travel through the enchanting landscapes of the Engadine Valley. Arriving in the chic winter sports resort of St. Moritz, we have the afternoon on our own to explore the scenic landscape or perhaps take the Bernina line train.

 Reine Victoria  Breakfast, Dinner

Day 8 Journey to Lake Maggiore & on to Zermatt (2 Nights)

Drive via the Maloja Pass, past Lake Como, to Lake Maggiore. Explore the lakeside town of Stresa, before seeing the Borromean Islands. Then, head towards the Simplon Pass en route to Zermatt, where you will dine at your hotel.  Ambassador  Breakfast, Dinner

Day 9 Zermatt Your Way

Spend a full free day soaking up Zermatt’s crisp mountain air. Relax in beautiful surroundings or consider an ‘Optional Experience’ to the Klein Matterhorn.

 Breakfast

Day 10 On to Lake Geneva & Montreux

We continue our journey through the Rhône Valley, arriving on the tranquil shores of Lake Geneva later today, where we will view Chillon Castle. We follow the lakeshore to Montreux, set against the pristine backdrop of snow-covered peaks and vineyards.

 Eurotel  Breakfast

Day 11 Cross the Brünig Pass to Lucerne (2 Nights)

Travel via Bern to Interlaken, in the shadow of the Jungfrau. Stop for a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience at an inclusive café. Cross the Brünig Pass to Lucerne, to view the ancient wooden Chapel Bridge and visit the poignant Lion Monument.

 Grand Europe  Breakfast

Day 12 Lucerne Your Way

Wander through Lucerne’s medieval streets, spend the day exploring the city on your own or consider an ‘Optional Experience’ ascending a nearby mountain for panoramic views. This evening, toast to your epic journey during your Farewell Dinner.

 Breakfast, Dinner

Day 13 Journey Home

We say a fond farewell to Switzerland and our newfound friends at the end of an unforgettable journey.

 Breakfast

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Hamburg

Düsseldorf

TRIP HIGHLIGHTS

Connect With Locals In a medieval castle high above the Rhine River Valley, you’ll enjoy an exclusive ‘Be My Guest’ lunch and be transported back to a time of kings and knights

Dive Into Culture Watch as skilled craftsman capture the distinctive sound of the cuckoo demonstrating the centuries-old craft of clock making in the Black Forest

Explore Berlin with a ‘Local Specialist’

Discover Frankfurt, Cologne, Hamburg, Dresden, Nuremberg, Rothenburg, Munich and Heidelberg

Visit the Berlin TV Tower, Mödlareuth Open Air Museum and Neuschwanstein Castle

View Cologne Cathedral and Heidelberg Castle

See the Lorelei Rock and the Bavarian Alps

Scenic Cruise along the Rhine River

Cologne

KampBornhofen

St. Goarshausen

Berlin

Rhine Cruise

Heidelberg

Black Forest

Dresden

Mödlareuth

Frankfurt

Nuremberg

Rothenburg

Munich

Neuschwanstein Castle

Travel to Europe often requires an overnight flight. Please arrange for flights to arrive on or before Day 1.

Day 1 Welcome to Frankfurt

On your first day in Germany, see the sights of Frankfurt on your own before meeting your Travel Director for an orientation of Römerplatz and financial district. Later, enjoy a Welcome Reception, including a light meal and welcome drink.  Sheraton Offenbach  Dinner

Day 2 Cruise along the Rhine & Journey to Cologne & Düsseldorf

Board your leisurely Rhine cruise, stopping for lunch at a 13th-century castle where we ‘Connect With Locals’ at our ‘Be My Guest’ experience and lunch with views over the Rhine Valley. Visit Cologne and view the Gothic spires of its cathedral during an orientation, then continue to Düsseldorf.  Mercure Koeln Belfortstrasse  Breakfast, Lunch

Day 3 Onwards to the Port City of Hamburg

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Day 4 Journey to Berlin (2 Nights)

 Crowne Plaza City Alster  Breakfast, Dinner

Journey through the lush landscape of Lower Saxony to the international trade center of Hamburg for an orientation tour. Spend the rest of the day at leisure exploring the city’s seafaring heritage.

Cross the former ‘Iron Curtain’ to Berlin where your ‘Local Specialist’ will reveal the city’s iconic landmarks, including the neo-Renaissance Reichstag, Tiergarten, Brandenburg Gate and Unter den Linden Boulevard. Enjoy some time at leisure this afternoon.

 Sheraton Grand Esplanade  Breakfast

Day 5 Discover the Grit & Glamour of Berlin

Ascend the iconic Berlin TV Tower for 360° views of the city. You’ll learn how this landmark changed from being a symbol of the communist regime of East Germany to a symbol of a reunited Berlin before enjoying some time this afternoon to explore Berlin your way.  Breakfast

Day 6 Off to Dresden

Visit Dresden, the ‘Florence on the Elbe,’ and learn about the restoration of the city’s beautiful Baroque façades following its devastation during World War II. See the Semper Opera, Zwinger Palace and the fully reconstructed Frauenkirche.

 Pullman Newa  Breakfast

Day 7 Venture to Historic Nuremberg

Gain insights into a divided Germany at Mödlareuth’s open-air museum and see a section of the original wall with its security features. This afternoon, arrive in Nuremberg, once the unofficial capital of the Holy Roman Empire.  NH Collection  Breakfast

Day 8 Continue to Medieval Rothenburg & Munich (2 Nights)

Stroll through the medieval center of Rothenburg, seemingly frozen in time and encircled by a fortified town wall that remains intact after centuries. Admire its beautiful market square and the Old Town Hall before following part of the Romantic Road through villages and the countryside to Munich.

 Leonardo City Olympiapark/Holiday Inn Westpark  Breakfast

Day 9 Explore Munich

Immerse yourself in the diversity and splendor of Munich. Enjoy an orientation tour of the city’s landmarks and see the Wittelsbach Royal Family Residenz and Marienplatz, home to the Town Hall Glockenspiel. Later you’ll have some time to explore Munich your way, including perhaps a visit to one of the local beer halls for which the capital of Bavaria is famous.

Day 10 Admire Neuschwanstein Castle & the Black Forest

Snap your fingers and be transported to a land of fables and folklore. Visit King Ludwig II’s fairy-tale Neuschwanstein Castle, then continue to the Black Forest, whose mystical landscape inspired fantasy and fiction from the famous Brothers Grimm.  Best Western Hofgut Sternen  Breakfast, Dinner

Day 11 On to Heidelberg & Frankfurt

Witness the centuries-old craft of cuckoo clock making as you ‘Dive Into Culture.’ Then view the ruins of Heidelberg Castle, as well as the Baroque-style Old Town. Tonight, we enjoy a Farewell Dinner with our newfound friends. Sheraton Offenbach  Breakfast, Dinner

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12 Farewell Germany

After breakfast, we say a fond farewell after a memorable vacation.  Breakfast

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 13 MEALS  COMFORTABLE  FIRST CLASS  5 COUNTRIES

TRIP HIGHLIGHTS

Connect With Locals Join the Schieszl family for a hearty Hungarian ‘Be My Guest’ dinner and the story of their winery

Explore Prague, Budapest, Vienna and Salzburg with a ‘Local Specialist’

Discover Munich, Regensburg, Bratislava, Győr and Innsbruck

Visit the Fisherman’s Bastion in Budapest

View the Marienplatz in Munich, St. Vitus Cathedral and the Old Town Square of Prague and the Imperial Boulevards of Vienna

See Melk Abbey

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Day 1 Welcome to Munich

The sophisticated city streets of Munich kick off your adventure through the capitals of Imperial Europe. Join your fellow travelers and Travel Director this evening for an orientation tour, including views of the Marienplatz and its iconic Glockenspiel, before a Welcome Reception to launch your journey.  Holiday Inn Westpark  Dinner

Day 2 Journey to Medieval Regensburg & Prague (2 Nights)

This morning visit Regensburg, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and an unspoiled medieval gem. Cross the Czech border and head to Prague, your home for the next two nights.  Vienna House Andel’s  Breakfast

Day 3 Discover Colorful Prague

Delve into centuries of history as you join a ‘Local Specialist’ for a guided sightseeing tour of Prague. View the impressive architecture of St. Vitus Cathedral in the grounds of the 1,000-year-old Prague Castle. Cross the river on your walking tour to the Old Town Square to see the Astronomical Clock, with its hourly Walk of the Apostles. The afternoon is yours to explore the city on your own.

 Breakfast Day 4 Onwards to Slovak Bratislava & Budapest (2 Nights)

Cross the lush landscapes of Moravia and stop in Bratislava to admire its eclectic Gothic, Baroque and Art Deco architecture. Continue across the Hungarian border before arriving in Budapest, the ‘Paris of the East.’ Tonight, a free evening could see you choose an ‘Optional Experience’ Danube cruise with dinner featuring Hungarian specialties and awe-inspiring views.

 Novotel Danube  Breakfast Day 5 Explore Riverside Budapest

Admire all the highlights of Budapest on a guided sightseeing tour with a ‘Local Specialist.’ See the famous Chain Bridge which connects two ancient settlements that straddle the Danube, and the UNESCO-listed Castle Hill district. Visit Fisherman’s Bastion and enjoy superb views across the imposing Parliament building and Danube below. Spend the rest of the day at leisure or join an ‘Optional Experience’ visit to Szentendre, a picturesque medieval town located on the banks of the Danube. Later, you’ll join the Schieszl family for a hearty Hungarian dinner at our ‘Be My Guest’ experience. ‘Connect With Locals’ and hear the story of their winery.  Breakfast, Dinner

Day

6 Venture to Vienna (2 Nights)

Cross the hilly landscapes of Transdanubia stopping in Győr to soak up its medieval atmosphere. Arrive in Vienna for an evening at leisure to indulge in the captivating melodies, art and architecture of a city that was once home to famous composers.

 Holiday Inn South  Breakfast

Day 7 See the Sights of Vienna

Join a ‘Local Specialist’ and explore the imperial splendor of Vienna. Admire the Hofburg Palace, the grand State Opera House and Ringstrasse, then see the ornate colorful roof of St. Stephen’s Cathedral.

Day 8 Off to Picturesque Salzburg

See the Benedictine Melk Abbey perched on a rocky outcrop above the Danube. Arrive in Salzburg later and embark on a leisurely walking tour with a ‘Local Specialist.’ Dine in your hotel this evening.

 Mercure City  Breakfast, Dinner

Day 9 Onwards to Innsbruck & Return to Munich

Visit Innsbruck and see the Golden Roof then leave Austria behind, bound for the German city of Munich. This evening, we celebrate an unforgettable journey through some of Europe’s most memorable cities during a Farewell Dinner with your travel companions and Travel Director.

 Leonardo City East  Breakfast, Dinner

Day 10 Farewell Munich

Say a fond auf Wiedersehen to Germany.

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Sea-to-Table dining in Ston

TRIP HIGHLIGHTS

INSIGHT EXPERIENCE

Ston Meet a local oyster farmer and learn about the cultivation of oysters, before enjoying a delicious Seato-Table tasting of fresh shellfish and local wine

AUTHENTIC DINING

Welcome Dinner in Zagreb and Celebration Dinner in Dubrovnik

TOP RATED HIGHLIGHTS

Visit Postojna Caves, Pula Arena, Diocletian’s Palace in Split and Zadar

City Tours of Zagreb, Opatija, Split, Korčula and Dubrovnik all with ‘Local Experts’

Travel by funicular in Zagreb, by ferry from Split to Hvar and back

Cruise through the islands to Hvar and Korčula, across the scenic bay of Mali Ston and in the bay of Dubrovnik

Choose to join a ‘Local Expert’ to explore Plitvice National Park and learn how the site actively carries out research to monitor the natural habitat of species. Alternatively meet the industrious women of the Tara Community Center, who produce handicrafts, enabling employment and engagement in the community

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Day 1 Welcome to Zagreb (2 Nights)

Transfers to your hotel depart from Zagreb airport. Later join your Travel Director for a Welcome Dinner, with the oppor tunity to get to know your fellow travelers over a pleasant evening with wine.  Sheraton Zagreb  Dinner

Day 2 Zagreb’s Twin Towns

Join your ‘Local Expert’ to explore the two-tiered capital of Croatia. Drive through the squares of the Lower Town, Donji Grad, and ride the funicular to the medieval Upper Town, Gornji Grad. The afternoon is at your leisure.

Day

3 Postojna Caves & Opatija (2 Nights)

At the world-famous Postojna Caves, descend into a stunning subterranean world. Marvel at the 16-foot tall Brilliant, the cave’s most beautiful stalagmite. Return to Croatia, where your hotel is located in the Belle Époque seaside-resort town of Opatija.

 Amadria Park Hotel Agava/Hotel Bonavia Plava Laguna  Breakfast, Dinner Day 4 Discover the Jewels of Istria

Explore the Jewels of Istria with your ‘Local Expert.’ Visit the well-preserved first-century arena at Pula. Continue to the charming old town of Rovinj, rising directly from the sea.

Day 5 Pristine Plitvice National Park

Enjoy the scenery of the Adriatic coast in the morning — journey past sparkling deep blue seas, studded with rocky islands, before heading inland to visit one of Europe’s great natural wonders. Explore Plitvice with Insight Choice. Choose between two ‘MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experiences: Join a ‘Local Specialist’ to explore Plitvice National Park and learn how the site actively carries out research to monitor the natural habitat of species. Alternatively meet the industrious women of the Tara Community Centre, who produce handicrafts, enabling employment and engagement in the community.

 Hotel Lyra  Breakfast, Dinner Day

6 The Dalmatian Coast to Split

The green forests of Plitvice Lakes National Park give way to pebble-dashed shores lapped by turquoise waters. Walk through the Roman Ruins and market to see the sea organ of Zadar. Witness the dramatic change in landscape, as you travel through Mediterranean olive groves on your way to Trogir. Admire the cathedral and Renaissance Čipiko Palace before continuing to the historic port of Split.  President Solin  Breakfast Day 7 Island Hopping to Hvar (2 Nights)

In the morning, enjoy a walking tour of Split. 1,700 years ago, the Roman Emperor Diocletian built his palace here and today it forms the nucleus of the Old Town. A ‘Local Expert’ will lead you through the labyrinthine streets and arcaded squares to see St. Duje’s and the Temple of Jupiter, as well as the Golden Gate. Continue your venture underground to explore the cellars. Your island-hopping adventure begins here. Cross the azure waters of the Adriatic to spend two nights on Hvar, famed for being the sunniest island in the country, dotted with lofty mountain peaks and aromatic fields of lavender.

 Amfora, Hvar Grand Beach Resort  Breakfast, Dinner Day 8 Exploring the Island of Hvar

Enjoy a full day at leisure to explore the hidden coves, secluded beaches, old monasteries and villages of Hvar.

Day 9 On the Trail of Marco Polo to Korčula (2 Nights)

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Day 10 Captivating Korčula

 Liburna  Breakfast, Dinner

Cruise back to the mainland and continue your journey to the island of Korčula. This evening, delight in Croatian fare at a local restaurant.

Join a knowledgeable ‘Local Expert’ for a walking tour of the Old Town. Stroll towards the main square of Korčula where the Cathedral of St. Marc dominates the ancient skyline.

Breakfast

Day 11 Dubrovnik, Pearl of the Adriatic (3 Nights)

Journey to the beautiful southern slopes of the Pelješac Peninsula. Weather permitting, cruise the tranquil waters of the bay of Mali Ston and admire the surrounding untouched natural beauty, as you enjoy a glass of traditional Croatian brandy. Stop at a shellfish farm and meet Tomislav, a local oyster farmer, to learn about the cultivation and harvest of oysters. Enjoy a delicious Sea-to-Table tasting of the fresh shellfish, accompanied with a glass of wine. Continue to the walled town of Dubrovnik to meet your ‘Local Expert.’ Explore the Old Town, passing Onofrio’s Fountain, the Old Jewish Quarter, the cathedral and the Franciscan and Dominican monasteries.

 Dubrovnik Palace  Breakfast, Lunch

Day 12 Optional Montenegro Experience

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Spend the day at your leisure or enjoy an optional visit to Montenegro, traveling to Kotor, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and a photographer’s dream.

Day 13 Dubrovnik At Leisure

Breakfast

This evening, should weather permit, embark on a dazzling cruise around the fabled bay. Gaze out at views of the glistening Adriatic and the mighty city walls rising straight from the cliffs. Start your Celebration Dinner with a glass of grappa, before savoring authentic flavors of local specialties washed down with locally produced wine.

Day 14 Depart Dubrovnik

Your travels draw to a close after breakfast.

 Breakfast, Dinner

Breakfast

Beautiful Dubrovnik

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TRIP HIGHLIGHTS

Dive Into Culture Visit the Stockholm City Hall, with its spire featuring the golden Three Crowns and have an opportunity to visit one of the city’s most famous landmarks

Explore Copenhagen, Oslo, Stockholm and Helsinki with a ‘Local Specialist’

Visit Vigeland Sculpture Park in Oslo and the City Hall in Stockholm

View the Little Mermaid in Copenhagen and Finlandia Hall in Helsinki

See Børsen, Christiansborg Palace and Amalienborg Palace in Copenhagen, Akershus, the Royal Palace and the Opera House in Oslo, Storkyrkan, Riddarholmen Church and the Royal Palace in Stockholm, the Sibelius Monument, the Olympic Stadium and the Opera House in Helsinki

Scenic Cruise across the Baltic Sea

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Day 1 Welcome to Copenhagen (2 Nights)

Make a fun stop in Bern at an inclusive café

The Danish capital hasn’t lost any of its fairy-tale flair over the centuries, as you’ll come to discover when you spend your first day exploring this colorful city. On arrival, transfer to your ‘Stays With Stories’ accommodation, the historic Phoenix Hotel in the heart of Copenhagen’s most elegant district. Then spend your free time

soaking up the sunshine with the fun-loving locals before joining your Travel Director and fellow travelers for a Welcome Reception.

 Phoenix  Dinner

Day 2 Explore Historic Copenhagen

Connect with the heartfelt hygge of your Danish hosts when you join a ‘Local Specialist’ this morning for a sightseeing tour that will reveal all the highlights of Copenhagen’s Old Town. See the distinctive dragon-tail spire of the 17th-century Børsen (Stock Exchange), Christiansborg Palace and the Little Mermaid, demurely seated on a rock overlooking Langelinie Promenade. See the home of Denmark’s beloved royal family, Amalienborg Palace, then spend the rest of the day exploring Copenhagen your way.

 Breakfast

Day 3 Journey to Oslo (2 Nights)

Cross the Øresund by ferry and wind your way north, through the Swedish countryside past Gothenburg to Norway. You’ll want to keep your camera at the ready to capture the scenic landscapes that line your route to Oslo, Norway’s modern buzzing capital.

 Scandic Solli  Breakfast

Day 4 Vikings & More in Oslo

Tread in the footsteps of the Vikings this morning as you join your ‘Local Specialist’ for a sightseeing tour that will reveal Oslo’s long-standing seafaring heritage. See the medieval fortress of Akershus, the elegant Royal Palace and Oslo Opera House. Visit a wonderland of Norwegian sculptures left behind by Gustav Vigeland in his sculpture park, then enjoy a free afternoon to explore the city on your terms. You could choose instead to embark on an ‘Optional Experience’ to sail across the Oslofjord to learn about Norwegian explorers.

Breakfast

Day 5 Onwards to Stockholm (2 Nights)

Enjoy a scenic drive south through Norway’s lush forest landscapes to Sweden, bound for its enchanting capital. Journey past Lake Vänern, the largest lake in Sweden, before stopping in the countryside to ‘Connect With Locals’ at a special ‘Be My Guest’ lunch. Husband and wife team Niklas and Anna will welcome you to their renovated 19thcentury church and explain their philosophy of using local produce to delight all your senses. Later, arrive in Stockholm and indulge in a free evening to explore ‘Beauty on Water’. Consider joining an ‘Optional Experience’ to the first Ice Bar in the world.

 Elite Palace  Breakfast, Lunch

Day 6 Discover Beautiful Stockholm

Style and substance are things Stockholm has in abundance, as you’ll discover when you join your ‘Local Specialist’ for a sightseeing tour this morning. See Stockholm’s historic mother church, Storkyrkan, and the Royal Palace, then ‘Dive Into Culture’ and visit the City Hall. You’ll have some free time this afternoon to join the locals for their afternoon fika (coffee break) and embrace the Swedish philosophy of lagom Tonight perhaps consider joining an ‘Optional Experience’ to the cobbled Gamla Stan to admire its medieval history on a walking tour, followed by a traditional Swedish meal in a local restaurant.

Breakfast

Day 7 Embark on an Overnight Cruise

Consider spending your free morning on an ‘Optional Experience’ to Drottningholm Palace. The cool capital of Finland beckons as you board your overnight cruise to Helsinki, passing through Stockholm’s archipelago across the Baltic Sea.

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Day 8 Arrive in Vibrant Helsinki (2 Nights)

Continue your cruise across the Baltic, arriving in Helsinki in time to join your ‘Local Specialist’ for a sightseeing tour. Stop for a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience at an inclusive café. See the modern marble façades of Finlandia Hall, the Senate and the colorful stalls in Market Square.  Holiday Inn City Center  Breakfast, Dinner

Day 9 Helsinki at Leisure

Today is yours to explore Helsinki at leisure before joining your fellow travelers for a Farewell Dinner. Raise a glass of aquavit and toast to your epic adventure across the capitals of Scandinavia. Kippis!

Day 10 Farewell Scandinavia

Say a fond farewell to your new friends and prepare for your return journey home.

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Vigeland Sculpture Park

ICEL a N D INCLUDING THE BLUE L aG OON

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TRIP HIGHLIGHTS

Connect With Locals Join a local storyteller and her famous songwriter husband for insights into their family history and an exclusive ‘Be My Guest’ dinner

Dive Into Culture Bathe in the warm healing waters of the geothermal Blue Lagoon

Discover Reykjavík

Visit Akranes Folk Museum, the ‘Golden Circle’ (Gullfoss Waterfall, Geysir Hot Spring Area and Thingvellir National Park) and the geothermal Blue Lagoon

View Harpa Concert Hall, Austurvöllur Square, Hallgrímskirkja Church, Waterfalls at Hraunfoss and Barnafoss, Deildartunguhver Hot Spring, Snæfellsnes

Peninsula (Stykkishólmur, Arnarstapi, Snæfelljsökull

National Park and Borgarnes), Sellfoss and Reykjanes

Peninsula (Strandarkikja and Grindavík)

See Hvalfjörður (Whale Bay), Grundarfjörður Fishing Village, Lake Kleifarvatn and Krýsuvík

Experience first-hand how green, sustainable energy is produced at Iceland’s newest geothermal heat and electric power station in Hellisheidi

Day 1 Welcome to Reykjavík

Your epic journey through lush lava fields and the windswept landscapes of Iceland begins in the quirky capital of Reykjavík. The northernmost capital of the world seems infused with vivid color, from the bustling byway of Laugavegur to the enthusiasm of the city’s friendly locals. Spend time exploring Iceland’s Viking heritage, pay tribute to the sun and snap a selfie in front of The Sun Voyager or stroll around the lively Old Harbour, before meeting your Travel Director and fellow travelers for a Welcome Reception to kick-start your love affair with Iceland. This evening, check into the Grand Hotel Reykjavík where you’ll get to hone your appreciation for Icelandic art and marvel at the dramatic glass masterpiece by local artist Leifur Breiðfjörð, on proud display as you check in.

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The iconic Blue Lagoon

Day 2 Journey to Reykholt & on to Borganes (2 Nights)

Explore the small capital city of Reykjavík on a sightseeing tour with your Travel Director this morning. You’ll view the glass façades of Harpa Concert Hall, Austurvöllur Square and Hallgrímskirkja Church, whose other-worldly architecture is a nod to Iceland’s volcanic origins. Head to the tiny fishing town of Akranes to visit its Folk Museum and lighthouse. View Deildartunguhver, Europe’s highest-flowing hot spring, followed by a visit to Reykholt, famously the former 13th-century home of one of Iceland’s most loved authors, Snorri Sturluson. Nature takes center stage as you end your day and admire Hraunfoss and nearby Barnafoss (Children’s Falls) to learn about the tragic legend that gave these rapid waters its name.

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Bundle up warmly as you make your way to the wild, sea-swept Snæfellsnes Peninsula. The Peninsula is fondly known as ‘Iceland in miniature’ for boasting all those natural treasures — volcanoes, glaciers and waterfalls — in just 55 miles. Explore on your own or consider joining an ‘Optional Experience,’ cruising Breiðafjörður Bay. Sample Viking ‘sushi’ and marvel at the quaint fishing villages and black sand beaches. Keep your eyes peeled for the star of the show, the Snæfellsjökull glacier, famous for being the location for Jules Verne’s novel Journey to the Center of the Earth Return to your hotel in Borgarnes to enjoy an evening at leisure.

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Day 4 Onwards through Thingvellir National Park to Gullfoss, Geysir & Selfoss

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 Selfoss  Breakfast, Dinner

Visit the ‘Golden Waterfall’ of Gullfoss, then head to the world-famous hot spring area of Geysir with its lively Strokkur which spouts water some 100 feet into the air every few minutes. You’ll also see first-hand how the movements of the North American and Eurasian tectonic plates have carved into the Earth’s crust in the UNESCO-listed Thingvellir National Park. This evening, ‘Connect With Locals’ with a local storyteller and her songwriter husband, and delve into their colorful family history, then join them for dinner at an exclusive ‘Be My Guest’ experience.

Day 5 Admire Reykjanes & Blue Lagoon & Return to Reykjavík

Start the day with a visit to Iceland’s newest geothermal heat and electric power station in Hellisheiði, the second largest of its kind in the world. During this MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience learn why Hellisheiðarvirkjun is a world leader in the utilization of geothermal energy. You can almost feel the Earth simmering under the surface as you journey across Reykjanes Peninsula, a UNESCO Global Geopark at the south-western tip of Iceland. View Strandarkikja, then watch as sulphureous steam emerges from the lunar landscapes surrounding Lake Kleifarvatn, fed by waters that originate underground. Continue to Grindavík and ‘Dive Into Culture’ at its world-famous Blue Lagoon (please remember to pack your swimwear), sinking into its milky-blue waters amidst the surrounding black lava field. Soak up the restorative properties of its mineral-rich waters and healing mud, which is said to do wonders for your skin, before returning to Reykjavík for your final evening with new friends. Tonight, you’ll toast to an enriching journey through Iceland at a rousing Farewell Dinner.

 Grand  Breakfast, Dinner Day 6 Farewell Iceland

For now, it’s time to say a fond farewell to Iceland after an unforgettable trip.  Breakfast

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Icelandic ponies

Eastern Mediterranean & Egypt

Venture to the land of ancient empires, where relics like the acropolis, the Sphinx, and the great pyramids of Giza inspire silent wonder. antiquity is written in the intricate tiles of Istanbul’s mosques, the hieroglyphics of Luxor, and the whitewashed walls of Santorini. The winding streets of Jerusalem, athens, and Cairo lure travelers to biblical sites, baklava and the best falafel.

Some of our favorite MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experiences that connect you with people, the planet and wildlife and promote the values of sustainable tourism in the communities we visit include:

CAIRO

Cruise to Qursaya Island by high-speed boat and meet the members of VeryNile, the first large scale initiative to clean the Nile. The project raises awareness and supports local fishermen to make an income.

Wonders of Egypt

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AMMAN

Visit the Iraq-Al Amir Women’s Cooperative supported by the TreadRight Foundation. Learn some skills behind these traditional handicraft activities from the ladies of the cooperative and admire their work, which helps boost their financial livelihoods.

Jordan Experience (Online at GETours.com)

BEST OF GREECE

8 DAYS FROM $2,325

INCLUDES Athens, Corinth, Archaeological Site of Mycenae, Nafplion, Olympia, Delphi, Thermopylae, Kalambaka

HIGHLIGHTS OF TURKEY

10 DAYS FROM $2,250

INCLUDES Istanbul, Canakkale, Troy, Izmir, Ephesus, Pamukkale, Konya, Cappadocia

BEST OF EGYPT

9 DAYS FROM $3,095

INCLUDES Cairo, Luxor, Edfu, Kom Ombo, Aswan, Abu Simbel Temples, Giza

WONDERS OF ANCIENT EGYPT

12 DAYS FROM $3,650

INCLUDES Cairo, Giza, Luxor, Dendera, Kom Ombo, Aswan, Philae Island, Abu Simbel Temples

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JORDAN EXPERIENCE

6 DAYS FROM $1,975

INCLUDES Amman, Jerash, Petra, Wadi Rum

ISRAEL DISCOVERY

9 DAYS FROM $4,625

INCLUDES Tel Aviv-Yafo, Caesarea, Nazareth, Tiberias, Hula Valley, Capernaum, Dead Sea, Masada National Park, Jerusalem

GREEK ISL a N D HOPPER

10 Days starting from $4,169/person

TRIP HIGHLIGHTS

Explore Athens with a ‘Local Specialist’

Discover Santorini and Mykonos

Visit the Acropolis in Athens

View the Parthenon, Hadrian’s Arch and the 1896 Olympic Stadium in Athens

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Day 1 Welcome to Athens (2 Nights)

Ease into a simpler way of life — the intoxicatingly slow pace of the Cycladic islands is the ultimate departure from reality, but not before you

Santorini

Santorini

Athens

Piraeus

Greece

High Speed Ferry

enjoy a passionate encounter with Athens after being transferred to your hotel. Join your Travel Director and fellow travelers for a Welcome Reception including a welcome drink and light meal to kick off your leisurely discovery of Greece’s capital and the enchanting islands of Mykonos and Santorini.

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Radisson Blu Park  Dinner

Day 2 Explore Ancient Athens

Embark on a journey to antiquity with your ‘Local Specialist’ who will take you to the Acropolis, a sacred site since Mycenaen times. Imagine Athenians ascending the hilltop shrine to worship Athena at the Parthenon, and see the Panathinaiko Olympic stadium, the Temple of Zeus and Hadrian’s Arch. Admire the pom-pom march of the Evzone guards at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, then spend the rest of the day on your own soaking up the verve of this vibrant city.

 Breakfast Day 3 Cruise to

Santorini (3 Nights)

We depart Athens and cruise to Santorini, where we’ll spend the next three days exploring the island’s dramatic beauty. Stroll through the volcanic island’s quaint clifftop towns. Bluedomed, whitewashed façades cling dramatically to the multi-colored cliffs providing a spectacular backdrop for exquisite sunsets. Join your companions this evening for a memorable meal of Greek cuisine.

 El Greco  Breakfast, Dinner Day 4 Santorini Your Way

View the magnificent caldera, see the island’s ancient ruins or ramble through the winding streets of Fira and Oia — today is yours to enjoy a leisurely exploration of this beautiful island on your own. Indulge in a day of sunbathing and relaxation on one of its many beaches or shop up a storm at its boutique stores.  Breakfast Day 5 Enjoy Sunny Santorini

Toast to the spellbinding beauty of Santorini at a local winery and learn about the art of winemaking in the region. Then consider a ride in a caique (sailing boat) to the volcanic island of Nea Kameni to swim in its glorious hot springs — another full day at leisure to relax and soak up the island’s atmosphere.

Breakfast

Day 6 Cruise to Mykonos (3 Nights)

We take a short ferry transfer to Mykonos — its characteristic hillside windmills overlook the beautiful bay and stand as an enduring greeting to all who arrive. Enjoy an orientation before spending the rest of your day getting lost amid the island’s labyrinthine lanes, lined with whitewashed cottages and tumbling cerise bougainvillea. Take to the playground of the rich and famous and perhaps experience the island’s vibrant nightlife.

Day 7 Admire Mykonos

Set your watch to island time and enjoy a glorious day soaking up the laid-back vibe of Mykonos. Spend your day relaxing on its beautiful beaches, sip champagne in the picturesque Little Venice waterside, or visit some of its historical treasures, including the 17th-century Church of the Paraportiani, the Archaeological Museum and the Aegean Maritime Museum.

Day 8 Marvel at Mykonos

Kick back and enjoy another idyllic day in beautiful surrounds. Indulge in local seafood flavors, enjoy a leisurely swim in the calm waters of the Aegean or consider a trip to see the mythical sanctuary of Delos, believed by the ancients to be the birthplace of Artemis and Apollo.

Day 9 Cruise to Athens

We return to Athens via a highspeed ferry. After being transferred to your hotel, you have free time for some last-minute souvenir shopping.

Day 10 Farewell Athens

Say a fond farewell to Greece and your newfound friends as you are transferred to the airport for the flight home.

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AUG 7, 10, 13, 22, 28

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JUL 3, 6, 9, 12, 15, 18, 21, 24, 27, 30

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TRIP HIGHLIGHTS

INSIGHT EXPERIENCE

Luxor Enjoy listening to stories of village life from local residents when you visit a family home for a tasting of authentic Egyptian sun bread

AUTHENTIC DINING

Cairo Egyptian Dinner and Galabeya Party

Aswan High Tea at Old Cataract Hotel

TOP RATED HIGHLIGHTS

Visit the Karnak Temple Complex, Dendera Temple, Valley of the Kings and Temple Hatshepsut on the West Bank, Luxor Temple, Temple of Kom Ombo, High Dam and Granite Quarries of Aswan, Temple of Isis on the Island of Philae, Egyptian Museum, Pyramids of Giza

See the Colossi of Memnon, Cairo Citadel, Great Alabaster Mosque, Giza’s Sound & Light Show, Statue of Rameses II and the Alabaster Sphinx in Memphis, Sakkara’s Step Pyramid of Zoser I

Ride a Nile felucca

Cruise the Nile for 7 nights from Luxor to Aswan

Travel to Europe often requires an overnight flight. Please arrange for flights to arrive on or before Day 1.

Day 1 Arrive in Cairo

Welcome to the timeless land of the pharaohs. On arrival at Cairo International Airport, you will be met and transferred to your hotel.

 Cairo Marriott Hotel & Omar Khayyam Casino

Day 2 Fly to Luxor, Cruise the Nile (7 Nights)

In the morning, fly to Luxor and visit the huge temple complex of Karnak. Walk through the avenue of ram-headed sphinxes to stand among the columns of the Hypostyle Hall. Later, transfer to your cruise ship, your home for the next seven nights. After lunch on board, take a walk through the Luxor Museum and witness ancient artifacts. In the evening, get to know your Travel Director, a professionally trained Egyptologist, as well as fellow guests over a Welcome Drink followed by dinner. The rest of your evening is at leisure.

 MS Medea or MS Miriam (or similar)  Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Giza

Day 3 Exploring Dendera & on to Edfu

In the morning, visit the Temple of Hathor in Dendera. One of the best-preserved temples in Egypt, it contains a rare depiction of Cleopatra and her son Caesarian. At lunchtime return to your ship, and enjoy a scenic journey via the Esna Lock to Edfu.

 Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Day

4 Edfu to Aswan

Start the day with breakfast, as you cruise along the Nile to Kom Ombo and continue on to the city of Aswan. Famous for its archaeological sites, such as the Philae temple complex and the Temple of Isis, Aswan is an agreeable mix of ancient and contemporary Egypt. In the evening, enjoy a fun-filled Egyptian dinner and galabeya party.

 Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 5 Aswan’s High Dam & Temple of Isis

Today’s sightseeing includes a visit to Aswan’s High Dam and Granite Quarries, to see the enormous Unfinished Obelisk. Travel by motorboat to the Temple of Isis, rising from the waters of the Nile on the Island of Philae. The rest of the day is free to relax and enjoy the facilities on your cruise ship. Ask your Travel Director for recommendations on things to do onboard or perhaps ask for more insights into Egypt’s fascinating history.

 Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Day 6 Feluccas & High Tea

Throughout your journey you’ll have seen many feluccas sailing along the Nile. Now it’s your time to explore one for yourself. On this traditional vessel, you’ll meet a local sailor who will teach you about the ancient art of sailing. As the sun starts to fade, enjoy colonial-style high tea at the historic Old Cataract Hotel, just like Winston Churchill and Agatha Christie once did before you. The hotel is rumored to be where Christie wrote her bestselling novel, Death on the Nile

 Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Day 7 Free Time & on to Kom Ombo

With the morning free, perhaps join an ‘Optional Experience’ to Abu Simbel. These temples overlook Lake Nasser and are made up of the Great Temple of Ramesses II and the Temple of Hathor. Later, sail to Kom Ombo to visit the only double temple of Egypt, dedicated to two gods: the crocodile-headed Sobek and the falcon-headed Horus the Elder.

 Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day

8 Cruising the Nile to Luxor

Your cruise continues along the bustling waters of the Nile. Enjoy your facilities on board and have your cameras at the ready for the sights, as you leisurely make your way to Luxor. In the evening, visit Luxor Temple, where you dock for the night.

 Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Day

9 Explore Luxor & Fly to Cairo (3 Nights)

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*MAR 6, 13, 27

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Day

10 Cairo Sightseeing

 Cairo Marriott Hotel & Omar Khayyam Casino  Breakfast

Disembark from your cruise and travel by coach to the west bank of the Nile. See the Colossi of Memnon and visit both the Temple of Hatshepsut and the Valley of the Kings, where many Pharaohs, including Hatshepsut, Amenhotep I and Tutankhamun were buried. Experience the renowned local hospitality of Egyptians, during a visit to the village of Geziret Bahirat. Connect with the community and share bread with the Bahirat family, while they regale guests with their fascinating stories of daily life. Later, transfer to the airport for your return flight to Cairo.

Ascend to the Citadel and visit the Alabaster Mosque, otherwise known as the Great Mosque of Muhammad Ali Pasha, regarded as the founder of modern Egypt. Continue to Tahrir Square. Visit the Egyptian Museum with your Egyptologist. (Please note the visit to the Egyptian Museum will be replaced with a visit to the new Grand Egyptian Museum upon its opening in 2022.) Later, see history come to life on the pyramids as you witness the magical Sound & Light Show.

Day 11 Cairo & the Pyramids of Giza

Breakfast

Head to Memphis, the famous capital of the ancient world. See the colossal statue of Ramses II and the Great Alabaster Sphinx. Continue to Sakkara, to see the Step Pyramid of King Zoser, the oldest pyramid in the world, dating back to 2,700 BC. In the afternoon, it’s on to Giza, to explore the magnificent pyramids, where you’ll come face-to-face with the enigmatic Sphinx. Venture inside one of these ancient wonders to see the chambers where the pharaohs were sent to meet their gods in the afterlife.

Day 12 Depart Cairo

After breakfast, transfer to Cairo airport.

The americas

From sea to shining sea, North america abounds with natural and human wonders. The Grand Canyon’s amber majesty, Niagara Falls’ thundering cascade, Banff’s snow­clad peaks, Costa Rica’s cloud forests, and Hawaii’s red­hot lava draw visitors from around the globe, as do the cherished musical and culinary heritage of New Orleans and Nashville, and exciting urban streetscapes from Las Vegas to Montreal.

Some of our favorite MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experiences that connect you with people, the planet and wildlife and promote the values of sustainable tourism in the communities we visit include:

NATCHEZ

Meet the Tanners on their working cotton plantation, Frogmore Plantation and Gins, and learn how your visit helps them preserve the history of the estate and Mississippi’s heritage.

Tastes & Sounds of the South (Page 108)

OTTAWA

Enjoy an interactive beading workshop using authentic materials, then learn about the Manitobah Mukluks Storyboot Project, which aims to revive the traditional arts by creating partnerships with elders and artisans.

Best of Eastern Canada (Page 116)

SACRED VALLEY

Meet Nilda Callañaupa Alvarez, a master Quechua weaver, and the first person from her village to attend university. She has been an ambassador for Andean traditions since she began learning ancient pre-Columbian weaving techniques as a young girl in the 1960s. Make a difference as your visit helps to preserve and promote traditional pre-Columbian weaving techniques in the 21st century.

Highlights of Peru

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HAWAIIAN FOUR ISLAND ADVENTURE

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INCLUDES Las Vegas, Bryce Canyon, Zion, Salt Lake City, Jackson, Yellowstone, Cody, Billings, Rapid City, Crazy Horse, Denver, Moab, Arches, Monument Valley, Mesa Verde, Grand Canyon

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BEST OF THE C a N yO NL a N DS

7 Days starting from $2,695/person

TRIP HIGHLIGHTS

Visit Vail, Arches and Canyonlands National Parks, Moab, the cliff dwellings of Mesa Verde National Park, Monument Valley, Grand Canyon National Park, Las Vegas

See Delicate Arch

Scenic Drive along Desert View Drive and Route 66

Explore the beauty of Monument Valley during a drive in an open-air vehicle past towering sandstone buttes and mesas that rise up from the barren landscape

Day 1 Discover Denver

Channel your inner pioneer as you embark on an epic encounter with the peaks, canyons and deserts of what was once the treacherous Wild West. We kick-start our expedition in Denver, exploring the Mile High City at your leisure before meeting our Travel Director and fellow expeditioners for a Welcome Reception this evening.

Denver Downtown  Dinner

Day 2 Venture to Vail (2 Nights)

Start off your trip with breakfast as you prepare for the day of exploration ahead. Descend into the foothills of the Rockies and cross the Continental Divide en route to the alluring alpine village of Vail. The launch-pad to powder days enjoyed within a world of startling white, Vail’s enchanting old-world feel will linger in your mind as you journey to Moab, whose rugged beauty was immortalized on the big screen by the legendary John Ford in the 1940s. Admire the blazing rocky red cliffs as the sun sets or explore this gateway to a myriad of adventures — tonight is yours to enjoy on your terms.

 Best Western Plus Canyonlands Inn  Breakfast Day

3 Explore Utah’s Canyonlands

Tread lightly through the captivating landscapes of Utah’s Canyonlands and Arches as you explore Mother Nature’s profound mark on the surrounding geology. Deep canyons, towering spires and mesas give way to thousands of fiery sandstone arches during today’s encounter with two soul-stirring national parks. See iconic Delicate Arch and if you like, take a short hike to the viewpoint for an up close look. Reconnect with nature and admire how the land has adapted to the ravages of wind, water and time. Then, enjoy the rest of the day at leisure.

Breakfast

Day 4 Pioneer Through Monument Valley

This morning, we’ll arrive at the UNESCO-listed Mesa Verde National Park and enjoy a rare opportunity to delve into the history and culture of the once-flourishing community of the Ancestral Pueblo people. Explore their beautifully preserved dwellings hewn from the sandstone cliff centuries ago and look down at the massive Cliff Palace, the largest cliff dwelling in the world. This evening, we join our generous Navajo hosts for a traditional cookout Regional Dinner against the surreal backdrop of Monument Valley.

 Gouldings Lodge  Breakfast, Dinner

Day 5 Roam the Grand Canyon

The arresting beauty of Monument Valley is ours to explore this morning as we join a ‘Local Specialist’ for a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience drive in an open-air vehicle past its towering sandstone buttes and mesas that rise up from the barren landscape. We continue through the ancestral home of the Navajo, arriving at Cameron Trading Post for a quick shopping stop and perhaps a taste of traditional fry bread. Driving along the scenic Desert View Drive, we skirt the South Rim of the Grand Canyon and gaze into its mesmerizing multi-colored depths before meeting another ‘Local Specialist’ to gain insights into its geologic life. Our grand adventure almost at its end, we join our fellow travelers for a Farewell Dinner to reminisce over the epic landscapes encountered along our journey.

 National Park Lodges  Breakfast, Dinner Day

6 A Scenic Journey to Las Vegas

Rise early to catch the first rays of light as they illuminate the canyon. Consider an optional helicopter or fixed-wing aircraft flightseeing trip to view this feat of nature from the sky or enjoy a leisurely morning before we journey to Sin City. Desolation gives way to a desert oasis as we cruise back in time past motels, diners and gas stations towards the dazzling lights of Las Vegas.  Horseshoe Las Vegas  Breakfast Day

7 So Long Vegas

Our exhilarating adventure through the canyon lands has unfortunately come to an end. Grab some breakfast as you prepare to say farewell to your friends, then take your transfer to Las Vegas International Airport or consider extending your stay at Bally’s.

 Breakfast

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2023 DEPARTURES

MAY 18, 20, 26

JUN 3, 9, 10, 16, 17, 24, 30

JUL 1, 8, 15, 22, 29

AUG 19, 26

SEP 1, 9, 15, 16, 22, 29, 30

OCT 5, 7, 14, 21,

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JUN 1, 8, 14, 15, 21, 22, 28, 29

JUL 6, 13, 20, 26, 27

AUG 17, 22, 24, 31

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Grand Canyon

N aTION a L Pa RKS WONDERS

9 Days starting from $3,845/person

TRIP HIGHLIGHTS

Connect With Locals Learn about the early 20th-century history of the old town of Sheridan with an exclusive dinner at PO News and Flagstaff Café

Explore Deadwood with a ‘Local Specialist’

Discover Jackson

Visit the towering peaks of Grand Teton National Park, Yellowstone National Park, the Buffalo Bill Center of the West in Cody, Devils Tower National Monument, the Black Hills of South Dakota

View Crazy Horse Memorial and Mount Rushmore in South Dakota

Scenic Drive through Deadwood

Meet Stephen Yellowhawk and discover the history of his tribe during a festive evening of dance and song

Day 1 Welcome to Jackson (2 Nights)

Home to an array of wildlife and the center of outdoor adventures, explore Jackson on your own before meeting your Travel Director and fellow travelers for a Welcome Reception.

 The Lodge at Jackson Hole  Dinner Day 2 An Adventure in Grand Teton National Park

Spend a full day at leisure connecting with the dazzling natural scenery of Grand Teton National Park. Take an optional float trip down Snake River^. This afternoon, we’ll sail into the sky on the Jackson Hole aerial

See the geysers in Yellowstone

Black Hills Pow Wow Special Departure

OCT 1, 2023, a N D OCT 6, 2024

D ay 7 Attend the Black Hills Pow Wow (2 Nights)

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The Rushmore

Breakfast

Journey on to Rapid City and enjoy an evening at the Black Hills Pow Wow — one of the premier Native American cultural events in the United States. The event attracts hundreds of dancers, singers, artisans and several thousand spectators from across the United States and Canadian provinces. Experience the Grand Entrance Dance Performance and have time to explore the Fine Art Expo at your leisure.

D ay 8 Roam Rapid City

Take an optional trip to Badlands National Park this morning or enjoy free time to explore downtown Rapid City today. This evening, we enjoy a festive Farewell Dinner and MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience by learning how Stephen Yellowhawk works passionately to preserve Native American heritage.

D ay 9 Farewell Rapid City

Bid farewell to your traveling companions and take a transfer to Rapid City Airport or extend your stay in Rapid City at The Rushmore Hotel.

tram ride to the peak of Rendezvous Mountain. Soar from the valley to the summit of Rendezvous Mountain rising 4,139 vertical feet. Or, seasonally dependent, we’ll ride the Bridger Gondola taking us 2,700 feet above the valley floor.

Breakfast

Day 3 Delve into Yellowstone National Park (2 Nights)

We continue to the UNESCO-listed Yellowstone National Park, spending the next two nights at one of the park’s signature lodges.  National Park Lodges  Breakfast, Dinner

Day 4 Journey Through Yellowstone National Park

Journey through Hayden Valley enroute to Yellowstone’s Grand Canyon. Drive along Dunraven Pass and past Montana’s Lamar Valley, then admire Mammoth Hot Springs.

Breakfast

Day 5 Get a Taste of the Wild West

Experience the history of the American West at the Buffalo Bill Center of the West in Cody. This evening, we ‘Connect With Locals’ and enjoy a traditional Western-style ‘Be My Guest’ experience dinner.  Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Sheridan  Breakfast, Dinner

Day 6 Uncover the Secrets of Deadwood (3 Nights)

Admire Devils Tower National Monument, then arrive in Deadwood where you’ll join Kevin Costner’s Original Deadwood Tour and meet a ‘Local Specialist.’ Journey to Rapid City.  The Rushmore  Breakfast Day 7 Hear the History of Black Hills

‘Dive Into Culture’ and see the iconic face of Crazy Horse etched from the granite rock of the Black Hills. We continue to Mount Rushmore featuring the carvings of four famous American presidents.

 Breakfast

Day 8 Roam Rapid City

Take an optional trip to Badlands National Park this morning or enjoy free time to explore downtown Rapid City today. This evening, we enjoy an immersive and festive Farewell Dinner and MAKE TRAVEL

MATTER® Experience by learning how Stephen Yellowhawk works to preserve Native American heritage.  Breakfast, Dinner

Day 9 Farewell Rapid City

Bid farewell to your traveling companions and take a transfer to Rapid City Airport or extend your stay in Rapid City at The Rushmore Hotel.  Breakfast

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AUG 20, 27

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JUN 2, 9, 23

JUL 7, 14, 21

AUG 11, 18, 25

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FIVE EPIC N aTION a L Pa RKS

9 Days starting from $3,450/person

Amphitheater, Bryce Canyon National Park, Utah

TRIP HIGHLIGHTS

Connect With Locals Enjoy Route 66 hospitality at a western-themed dinner

Visit Jackson, Grand Teton National Park, Yellowstone National Park, Zion National Park, Bryce Canyon National Park, Williams, Grand Canyon National Park, Cameron Trading Post

Cruise down the Snake River on a float trip

Scenic Train Ride to the heart of stunning Grand Canyon National Park

Day 1 Howdy Jackson (2 Nights)

Your journey through the Old West and epic national landmarks begins in the intrepid adventurer’s town of Jackson. Check in to your hotel and enjoy an afternoon strolling the art galleries in town before meeting your Travel Director and fellow travelers for a Welcome Reception this evening.

Day 2 Go Wild in Grand Teton National Park

It’s a big day and an early start to take advantage of the dazzling natural wonders of the Grand Teton National Park. Float down the Snake River^ basking in the mountain views and eyes peeled for local wildlife. This evening, return to Jackson to unwind or join an optional tram ride on the iconic aerial tram before indulging in a very special Regional Dinner. You’ll travel by chuckwagon to Cache Creek Canyon where you’ll be treated “cowboy style” to a western skillet meal with live western music from the Bar T 5 Band.

 Breakfast, Dinner

Day 3 Delve

into the Wild Scenery

of the West (2 Nights)

Explore the alpine landscapes of Grand Teton National Park keeping your camera at hand to capture the mountain meadows and towering peaks that provide a picturesque backdrop for today’s drive to West Yellowstone, the gateway to the world’s oldest national park and a boon for outdoors enthusiasts of all ages.

 Grey Wolf Inn & Suites  Breakfast

Day 4 Admire the Geysers of Yellowstone

Journey to Yellowstone, America’s first national park, where you’ll encounter a geothermal wonderland of spouting geysers, bubbling mudpots and turquoise hot springs. Pay a visit to Old Faithful, watching as its waters arc high into the air, and try to spot the park’s resident bison, grizzlies and elk as you navigate passes and valleys during this full day of sightseeing.  Breakfast

Day

5 Delve into Historic Salt Lake City

Travel south to Utah’s capital, the center of the Mormon religion. Delve into history at the Salt Lake City Temple Square and take this time to explore at your leisure. This evening, join your fellow travelers to enjoy a regional dinner.

 Sheraton Salt Lake City  Breakfast, Dinner

Day

6 Unmask Bryce Canyon National Park

The eerie hoodoo landscapes of Bryce Canyon are our first stop today. Admire its fairytale castles, cathedrals and secret hideaways amid an amphitheater of rusty red limestone spires. We’ll continue to Zion National Park with its towering cream, pink and red cliffs and unusual biodiversity.  La Quinta Inn & Suites at Zion Park/Springdale  Breakfast

Day 7 A Scenic Ride Through Zion Canyon (2 Nights)

Prior to starting your day, enjoy breakfast at your hotel. Then, head on a tram ride through Zion Canyon, against the backdrop of soaring canyon walls and along the Virgin River, delving into some of the park’s most treasured spots. We continue to the historic railroad town of Williams, stopping enroute at Cameron Trading Post to browse local Navajo handicrafts and perhaps taste some traditional fry bread.

 Grand Canyon Railway Hotel  Breakfast

Day

8 Ride the Grand Canyon Railway

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JUN 3, 10, 17, 24

JUL 8, 22

AUG 12, 19

SEP 9, 16, 23, 30

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MAY 11, 18, 23, 25, 30

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JUL 6, 13, 20, 27

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Breakfast, Dinner

Embark on the ride of a lifetime and board the Grand Canyon Railway from Williams to the South Rim of the UNESCO-listed Grand Canyon, one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World. In Grand Canyon National Park, you’ll learn how this extraordinary feat of nature developed over the past 40 million years. This evening, ‘Connect With Locals’ while you enjoy a special western-themed ‘Be My Guest’ experience Farewell Dinner with Route 66 hospitality!

Day 9 One Last Scenic Desert Drive

Slice through desert landscapes bound for the desert playground of Las Vegas where you will be transferred to Las Vegas McCarran International Airport or consider extending your stay.

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Grand Tetons

WESTERN FRONTIERS

10 Days starting from $3,950/person

TRIP HIGHLIGHTS

Connect With Locals Experience true Western hospitality in Montana

Explore Salt Lake City with a ‘Local Specialist’

Visit Zion, Bryce Canyon, Yellowstone, Grand Teton National Park, Jackson, the Buffalo Bill Center of the West in Cody, Little Bighorn Battlefield

View Crazy Horse Memorial, iconic Mount Rushmore in South Dakota

Meet Stephen Yellowhawk and discover the history of his tribe during a festive evening of dance and song

Day 1 Start Your Adventure in Las Vegas

Embark on an epic encounter with the American Frontier. This evening, meet your Travel Director and fellow travelers for a Welcome Reception and then soar 550 feet above the center of the Las Vegas Strip on the High Roller, the world’s tallest observation wheel. With sweeping 360-degree views of the Las Vegas Valley and The Strip, you’ll take in all the glitz and glamour.  Horseshoe Las Vegas

Dinner

Day 2 Explore Vibrant Zion National Park

We leave the shimmering Sin City skyline behind as we journey to the canyons and towering cliffs of Zion National Park, following the footsteps of brave pioneers and first nation settlers. Then, it’s onward to the enchanting landscapes of Bryce Canyon. Admire its rusty red limestone spires that rise up surreally from the desert floor to meet Utah’s skies.  BW Plus Bryce Canyon Grand Hotel  Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 3 Journey Onwards to Salt Lake City

Travel north to Utah’s capital to see its Mormon center — Temple Square in Salt Lake City. Learn about the basic beliefs and history of the Mormon pioneers which brought about the building of the temple and the Tabernacle, home of the Tabernacle Choir.

 Sheraton Salt Lake City  Breakfast

Day 4 Imagine Life on the Oregon Trail

Travel from Salt Lake City through Montpeller to arrive in scenic Jackson. Admire the spectacular scenery at the foot of the icy peaks of the Grand Tetons as you spend an evening at leisure.

 Modern Mountain Motel  Breakfast

Day 5 Traverse the Alpine Terrain of Grand Teton National Park (2 Nights)

Journey through the alpine terrain of Grand Teton National Park en route to the UNESCO-listed Yellowstone National Park, where we spend two nights at a park lodge surrounded by nature.

 National Park Lodges  Breakfast, Dinner

Day 6 Adventure in Yellowstone National Park

Explore the rusting walls of the Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone and join your Travel Director for an exploration of the park’s bubbling hot springs and mud paint pots and Old Faithful.  Breakfast

Day 7 Buffalo Bill, Cody & the West

Visit the Buffalo Bill Center of the West museum complex to gain a deeper understanding of the “Spirit of the American West.” Then, it’s on to Big Sky Country where we’ll ‘Connect With Locals’ at a ‘Be My Guest’ dinner at the historic Billings Depot. Built in 1903 and visited by presidents, governors, Hollywood celebrities and even royalty, you’ll reflect on the past while hearing local tales from a historian and enjoying a delicious three-course meal prepared by local chef.  DoubleTree by Hilton Billings  Breakfast, Dinner

Day 8 Discover Historic Little Bighorn (2 Nights)

Our day begins with a visit to Little Bighorn, the infamous battlefield of Custer’s Last Stand. Then, travel east through the Black Hills to Rapid City.  The Rushmore  Breakfast

Day 9 Immerse into the Culture of the Black Hills Stand at the base of Crazy Horse Memorial and view a preservation of Native American Culture. Guests’ entrance fees go to a non-profit that helps to fund programs that protect and promote the Native American Culture of the area, making this a very special MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience. Visit Mount Rushmore to view the faces of former American presidents, then ‘Dive Into Culture’ with Stephen Yellowhawk in Rapid City during a festive Farewell Dinner.  Breakfast, Dinner Day 10 Good Bye Rapid City or Denver

We transfer to the Rapid City Regional Airport to return home, or travel to Denver. Transfer to Denver International Airport or extend your stay at the Hyatt Regency.  Breakfast

For guests continuing on to Denver, airport arrival time will be 5pm. Please be aware when booking your flights.

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Yellowstone National Park

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10 Days starting from $3,859/person

TRIP HIGHLIGHTS

Connect With Locals Meet the owners at Maison La Belle Vie for an exclusive evening, starting with a tour of the winery and tasting the flavors of their lovingly blended estate-grown reds. Then sit down for a 3-course dinner paired with wines adjacent the 4.5-acre vineyard and al fresco under the Colorado Sky

Visit Rocky Mountain National Park, Boulder, Vail, Glenwood Springs, Aspen, Colorado National Monument, Palisade, Silverton, Durango, Ouray, Mesa Verde National Park, Great Sand Dunes National Park Preserve, Garden of the Gods, Colorado Springs, Manitou Springs, the US Olympic and Paralympic Museum

Scenic Drive along Trail Ridge Road, Million Dollar Highway, San Juan Skyway Scenic Byway, Rim Rock Drive, Peak to Peak Highway

Iconic Train The historic Georgetown Loop Railroad, the Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad, Pikes Peak Cog Railway

Tour Growing Gardens, an 11-acre farm in Boulder. Learn about land conservation, water availability, regenerative agricultural practices, environmental education, and animal husbandry

Day 1 Good Day Denver

Welcome to Denver, the Mile High City. Tonight, join your Travel Director and fellow travelers this evening for a Welcome Reception.

 Sheraton Denver Downtown  Dinner

Day 2 Traverse the Rocky Mountains ‘Stays with Stories’

Your journey to Rocky Mountain National Park will see you come face to face with this extraordinary mountain landscape which snakes along western North America. Drive along the Trail Ridge Road, a designated national scenic byway and the highest continuous paved highway in America. Arrive at the charming Hotel Boulderado, Colorado’s top rated historic hotel.

 Breakfast  Boulderado

Day 3 All Aboard the Georgetown Loop Railroad MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® (2

Nights)

Start the day with a guided MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience and visit a local urban community farm that uses organic and sustainable farming practices. Your next stop is Colorado’s oldest tourist attraction, the Georgetown Loop Railroad, completed in the late 19th century. Then walk along the cobblestone streets of the picturesque Vail Mountain Resort and feel the fresh mountain air in your lungs. Continue to Glenwood Springs, a resort city known for its hot springs, sitting in the rugged Rocky Mountains, surrounded

Garden of the Gods

by the vast White River National Forest. This evening, overnight in the historic and iconic Colorado Hotel.

Day 4 Admire Aspen

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 Colorado

 Breakfast, Dinner

Head up Colorado’s Rocky Mountains to Aspen, known for its high-end boutiques, bars and restaurants. Join your Travel Director for a walk-through town. Then an exciting and exclusive experience awaits you as you will be taken by 4WD jeeps from Aspen up Snowmass Mountain. As you climb Snowmass, you will venture off road, through Aspen groves, past small waterfalls and through open meadows overlooking amazing views of the surrounding valleys. Arrive at the historic Burlingmane Cabin, and try your hand at horseshoes, corn hole, or relax while enjoying a delicious lunch hot off the grill with wine and beer, a campfire, live music, and s’mores.

Day

5 Savor the Flavors of Colorado

 Breakfast, Lunch

Head for Palisade, known as the ‘Peach and Wine Capital of Colorado,’ perfectly nestled along the Colorado River. Stop at a local family’s orchards, ‘Connect With Locals’ as you meet with family members and learn about the history of this farming family. Meet the beekeeper and sample some fresh honey from the beehives, fresh in-season produce, salsas, jams and preserves. After, we head on to Colorado National Monument, preserving one of the grandest landscapes of the American West. Experience sheer-walled, red rock canyons along the twists and turns of Rim Rock Drive, where you may spy bighorn sheep and soaring eagles. This evening, stay in the heart of wine country and enjoy a ‘Be My Guest’ experience dinner at the Maison La Belle Vie Winery.  Wine Country Inn  Dinner Day 6 Journey

Through the Rustic Rockies (2 Nights)

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JUL 8

AUG 12

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JUN 1, 22

JUL 6, 20

AUG 10

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Day 7 Unmask Mesa Verde National Park

 Strater Hotel  Breakfast

Head up the Western Slopes along the San Juan Skyway Scenic Byway and stop in the must-see town of Ouray, nestled in some of the most rugged and towering peaks of the Rockies, and often referred to as the “Switzerland of America.” From Ouray, ride along the famous “Million Dollar Highway,” a designated All-American Byway and one of the state’s most scenic drives with some of Colorado’s most spectacular views as it spirals over Coal Bank Summit, Molas Pass, and Red Mountain Pass. Arrive in the mining town of Silverton, once a bawdy mining town, to board the Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad to Durango. Take a trip back in time as this coal-fired, steam-powered train chugs along rails that were originally laid at the end of the 19th century, winding through a wilderness which would be inaccessible by car. This evening, you’ll enjoy a night at The Strater Hotel, one of the West’s first iconic hotels and the centerpiece of Durango, your ‘Stays with Story.’

Admire the ancient cliff dwellings of the Ancestral Puebloan people, carved out of the sandstone of the canyon walls, at the UNESCO-listed Mesa Verde National Park. This evening, the choice is yours with a selection of Durango’s restaurants.  Breakfast, Dinner Day 8 Discover the Great Sand Dunes (2 Nights)

Today’s highlight is the Great Sand Dunes National Park & Preserve, a sandbox of epic proportions — 101 square kilometers with the tallest dune towering 229 meters high, making it the largest sand dune in North America. Head to Colorado Springs, our next destination for a two-night stay at the historic Antlers Hotel dating back to 1883 and a favorite amongst many American presidents.

 Antlers Hotel  Breakfast

Day 9

Traverse to Majestic Pikes Peak

Board the historic Pikes Peak Cog Railway, the world’s highest cog railroad, for an unforgettable trip to the 4,302 meters summit of Pikes Peak. Ride past cascading streams and forests of aspen and pine, enjoy the striking panoramas and learn of Pikes Peak connection with the patriotic song “America the Beautiful.’’ Enjoy the magical town of Manitou Springs. Visit the brand-new US Olympic and Paralympic Museum and Hall of Fame for a unique insight into the daily lives and regimen of Team USA. Enjoy a local Farewell Dinner experience this evening.

 Breakfast, Dinner Day 10 Roam the Garden of the Gods

Our journey ends today as we say a fond farewell to new friends and depart Colorado Springs for Denver, but not before one last stop at the spectacular Garden of the Gods, a registered National Natural Landmark boasting dramatic vistas and towering, jagged red-rock formations for a guided scenic loop drive around the central Garden zone. Then, transfer to Denver International Airport, arrival at approximately 12:30, please be aware when booking flights.

Mesa Verde

C a LIFORNI a’ S GRE aT N aTION a L Pa RKS

8 Days starting from $3,670/person

TRIP HIGHLIGHTS

Visit Yosemite National Park, Sequoia National Park, Kings Canyon National Park, Mammoth Lakes, Death Valley National Park

See General Grant Tree in Kings Canyon National Park, General Sherman Tree, El Capitan, Half Dome, Bridalveil Fall, Badwater Basin in Death Valley

Day 1 Soar Above the Neon Lights of Vegas

Begin your exploration in Las Vegas. This evening, meet your Travel Director and fellow travelers for a Welcome Reception at The LINQ before you head out to the Las Vegas Strip. In the evening, you will find yourself soaring 550 feet above the center of the Las Vegas Strip on the High Roller, the world’s tallest observation wheel.

Harrah’s

Dinner

Sequoia National Park

Day 2 Travel Through Stoic Death Valley National Park

Immerse yourself in the solitude and desolation of Death Valley, UNESCO World Heritage Site and barren, yet unexpectedly lively, land of extremes which we will have an opportunity to explore for part of today. Admire scenic views of the undulating rocky landscape at Zabriskie Point and learn about the valley’s unique geological features, history and intriguing weather patterns. Descend below sea level to the Badwater Basin. After lunch at 1849 Restaurant at The Ranch at Death Valley, we continue through the desert landscape of Death Valley ascending to Mammoth Lakes, our home for the night.

 Mammoth Mountain Inn  Breakfast, Lunch Day 3 Dine in the Clouds at Mammoth Mountain (2 Nights)

Take a scenic Gondola ride to the peak of Mammoth Mountain and enjoy the stunning views while you enjoy a tasty breakfast. Touch the clouds through the Tioga Pass (seasonal) and enter the UNESCO-listed Yosemite National Park. Driving past Tenaya Lake and Tuolumne Meadows, we journey to Yosemite Valley. Our hotel tonight exudes a cozy, lodge atmosphere and is located just a stone’s throw from Yosemite Falls.

 Yosemite Valley Lodge  Breakfast Day

4 Stroll or Hike in Yosemite

Explore Yosemite National Park today, famed for its giant, ancient sequoia trees and grand meadows. There is plenty to explore here. Join a ‘Local Specialist’ Park Ranger to delve into the natural history, flora and fauna, and people who found sanctuary in these tranquil emerald-green surrounds over the centuries. After the tour, you can explore Yosemite Valley’s El Capitan, Cathedral Rocks, and Bridalveil Fall. The rest of the day is free to go for a walk or hike and take in the breathtaking beauty of Yosemite.

 Breakfast, Dinner

Day 5 Enjoy the Night Sky Under Sequoias & Stars (2 Nights)

Departing Yosemite, stretch your legs in Kings Canyon and see General Grant Tree. Continue along the Majestic Mountain Loop before arriving in Sequoia National Park where our hotel is surrounded by forest and soaring Sierra peaks. Spend the evening with a naturalist and ‘Local Specialist’ guiding you through the constellations.

 Wuksachi Lodge  Breakfast, Dinner

Day 6 Meet the World’s Largest Living Tree

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OCT 7, 14

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Tread in the footsteps of giants, walking beneath the soaring sequoia canopy to see first-hand the world’s largest living tree, General Sherman. Learn about the Giant Forest and its history during a stop at the Giant Forest Museum, then enjoy a leisurely walk along the Big Trees Trail, connecting with the invigorating natural surrounds. Immerse yourself in the pioneer history of the Old West, joining a living-history reenactor and ‘Local Specialist’ for a barbecue lunch and stories of early life in the mountains. Spend the rest of the afternoon exploring the park on your terms, using the complimentary shuttle system (seasonal).

 Breakfast, Lunch

Day 7 Get a Taste of Luxurious Beverly Hills

Travel to Los Angeles, where you’ll stroll down Rodeo Drive in Beverly Hills, considered America’s epicenter of highend lifestyle. As our invigorating encounter with California’s epic natural beauty comes to an end, join your Travel Director and newfound friends for a Farewell Dinner.

 Beverly Hills Marriott  Breakfast, Dinner

Day 8 Farewell California

After our tremendous journey through California’s national parks, the time has come for us to say goodbye. Take your transfer to Los Angeles International Airport or consider extending your stay.  Breakfast

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NORTHERN C a LI FORNI a

8 Days starting from $3,315/person

TRIP HIGHLIGHTS

Connect With Locals Visit Happy Girl Kitchen in Monterey, where your hosts share their knowledge and love of food using the freshest ingredients during an outstanding farm-totable experience

Explore San Francisco, Napa and Salinas Valley with a ‘Local Specialist’

Visit Yosemite National Park

See quaint Carmel-by-the-Sea, Napa Valley, and Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park

Scenic Drive along spectacular 17-mile Drive and through Napa Wine Country

Take an agricultural education tour in Salinas Valley to learn about fruit, vegetables, and advanced farming techniques

Day 1 Hello San Francisco (2 Nights)

From the iconic to the unexpected, the city of San Francisco never ceases to surprise. Kick-start your effortlessly delivered Northern California holiday in the cosmopolitan hills of ‘The City.’ Join your Travel Director and fellow travelers for a Welcome Reception at your hotel.

Dinner

Day 2 Dive into Eclectic San Francisco

Admire the eclectic mix of Victorian and Modern architecture, vibrant culture, and cuisines of one of the world’s most livable and iconic cities. Embark on a morning exploration tour that takes you from the lively hotspot of Fisherman’s Wharf to Union Square, a historical landmark linked to the American Civil War. This afternoon offers a deeper look into two of the city’s iconic spots. A guided Golden Gate Bridge walk takes you across the 1.7-mile span of the magnificent “bridge that couldn’t be built.” You’ll arrive in the quaint seaside community of Sausalito with time for shopping or lunch before finishing up with a relaxing ferry cruise back to the city. You will then explore Golden Gate Park with your Travel Director, learning how this urban oasis of over 1,000 acres supports seven distinct ecosystems as you stroll the green lawns, bridle paths, and lakes of this expansive park right in the heart of San Francisco.  Breakfast

Day 3 Journey to Napa Wine Country

Start off your day with breakfast in San Francisco before we head out to Sonoma and Napa Valley. Today, we’ll visit a local winery and enjoy a unique experience and exploration of wine with a tasting. Enjoy an included lunch this afternoon with fellow travelers.

 Embassy Suites Napa Valley  Breakfast, Lunch

Day

4 Entice Your Senses at Lake Tahoe

Travel through the scenic, fertile Sacramento River Valley to find yourself in the alpine splendor of Lake Tahoe. Its clear blue waters surrounded by evergreen pines and rocky outcrops provides you with a picturesque scenery to behold. This evening, enjoy a mustsee highlight cruise on the beautiful Lake Tahoe.  Lake Tahoe Resort Hotel  Breakfast, Dinner

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5 Embrace the Wilderness of Yosemite National Park

Touch the sky and embark on a scenic road trip into the Sierra Nevada Mountain range, winding along the Tioga Pass to California’s UNESCO-listed Yosemite National Park. (Weather conditions may cause the Tioga Pass to be closed to traffic, typically from mid-October to the end of May. In this case, an alternate entry point to Yosemite will be used.) Marvel at the incredible natural beauty that inspired naturalist John Muir to dub Yosemite Valley the “Incomparable Valley,” passing the colossal granite faces of El Capitan and the misty splendor of Bridalveil Fall. Tonight, we overnight in the park.

 Yosemite Valley Lodge  Breakfast Day 6 Taste the California Difference (2 Nights)

Leave Yosemite behind and visit the Salinas Valley where you’ll love this MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience with an agricultural education tour to learn about fruit, vegetables, and advanced farming techniques. Continue to Monterey where we’ll ‘Connect With Locals’ and enjoy a Farm-to-Table ‘Be My Guest’ experience including the freshest local ingredients.

 Casa Munras Garden Hotel & Spa  Breakfast, Dinner Day 7 Witness the Incredible California Coast

The pinch me moments continue as we follow the sunkissed California coast, cruising scenic 17-Mile Drive. We return to Monterey for a visit to Cannery Row, immortalized in the John Steinbeck novel. The rest of the evening is yours to explore Monterey’s vibrant street life or on your own you can visit the world-renowned Monterey Bay Aquarium. Tonight, we join our Travel Director and fellow travelers for a festive Farewell Dinner.  Breakfast, Dinner Day 8 Take a Walk Through the Redwoods

California’s towering redwoods provide an imposing backdrop for this morning as we journey back in time to the era of lumberjacks and sawmills in a re-created 1890s logging camp. We continue to Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park where we’ll have an opportunity to walk amongst these giants that have stood for over a thousand years. We return to the golden city of San Francisco where you might consider extending your stay. Airport drop off is at 1pm. Please be aware when booking fights.

 Breakfast

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JUN 2

JUL 7, 21, 28

AUG 4, 18, 25

SEP 8, 15

OCT 6

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MAY 3, 10, 31

JUN 7

JUL 5, 12, 19, 26

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SEP 20, 27

OCT 4, 18

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Ta S TES & SOUNDS OF THE SOUTH

10 Days starting from $3,575/person

TRIP HIGHLIGHTS

Connect With Locals Join a pianist and a chef for an evening of true southern hospitality and an opportunity to explore the sights and sounds of two beautiful Natchez homes

Dive Into Culture Delve into the life and foottapping tunes of Johnny Cash with a member of his family

Explore Memphis and New Orleans

Discover Nashville

Visit Graceland, Frogmore Plantation, Rock ‘n’ Soul Museum, Studio B, Sun Studio, Country Music Hall of Fame

Day 1 Howdy Nashville (3 Nights)

The beating heart of America’s Music City will chart your pace as you prepare to embark on a leisurely pilgrimage to discover the tastes and sounds of the South. This evening join your Travel Director and fellow travelers for a Welcome Reception.

Day 2 Hear the Rhythm of Nashville

Renaissance Nashville Hotel  Dinner

RCA Studio B reveals the legends of Elvis Presley, Jim Reeves and Roy Orbison. ‘Dive Into Culture’ and gain insights into thelife and music of Johnny Cash during a private per formanceof original Cash tunes with one of Johnny’s family members. We will visit the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum. Then you will have the opportunity to watch the Grand Ole Opry.

Breakfast

Day 3 Discover the History of the Nashville Sound

Continue our discovery of Nashville on a ‘Your Choice’ sightseeing experience, exploring either the Johnny Cash Museum or the Ryman Auditorium. With an afternoon on your own, amble through Broadway’s honky-tonk scene or perhaps enjoy the gut-busting flavors of homemade hot chicken or biscuits. Or join one of the ‘Optional Experiences’ such as a visit to the brand-new National Museum of African American Music.  Breakfast Day 4 Sway to the Blues of Memphis (2 Nights)

Head to Memphis’ famous Beale Street, the birthplace of Blues, Soul, and Rock ‘n’ Roll, for a walking tour where we’ll meet a musician and ‘Local Specialist’ to learn about the musical heritage of Memphis. Continue your Memphis sightseeing with a visit to the Lorraine Motel where civil rights activist Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. was tragically assassinated. Then explore one of the premier heritage and cultural museums, the National Civil Rights Museum. Enjoy a Regional Dinner of Southern cuisine this evening, capping off your tour of Memphis, past and present.  Hu Hotel  Breakfast, Dinner

Day 5 Visit the Home of the King

Worship at the altar of the King, Elvis Presley, and head to Graceland. Then pay a visit to Sun Studio, which recorded the first Rock ‘n’ Roll single in 1951. This evening is free.

 Breakfast

Day 6 Taste Southern Charm in Natchez

Kick off the day’s sightseeing with a musical morning at the Memphis Rock ‘n’ Soul Museum before leaving for Natchez, Mississippi. The best way to experience Natchez is with a taste of Southern hospitality, and you will experience all this and more at tonight’s memorable ‘Be My Guest’ experience at one of the region’s beautiful historic, private homes for a meal. ‘Connect With Locals’ as hosts who have lived in the area for generations open their doors and share their stories as you enjoy backyard cocktails like Planter’s Punch paired with elevated Southern fare.  Magnolia Bluffs  Breakfast, Dinner

Day 7 Sample the Flavors of New Orleans (3 Nights)

Today your travels take you deeper into an important part of Southern history. On this morning’s visit to a working cotton plantation, Frogmore Plantation and Gins, learn about Natchez planters and slavery in the South. Your tour brings you back into the present with a stop at its currently operating 900 bales-per-day cotton gin. Next up: The Big Easy, where we will be stopping for the evening.  Sheraton New Orleans  Breakfast, Dinner

Day 8 Venture into New Orleans

Let the good times roll in New Orleans today with a ‘Local Specialist,’ stopping at City Park and one of the ornate above-ground cemeteries. The afternoon is yours to explore on your own.

Breakfast

Day 9 Entice Your Senses in New Orleans

Today is yours to explore the French, Spanish and Creole sights and sounds of New Orleans. This evening, join your Travel Director and new friends for a Farewell Dinner.

Breakfast, Dinner

Day 10 Until Next Time, New Orleans

Take a transfer to New Orleans International Airport or extend your stay in New Orleans at the Sheraton New Orleans.

Breakfast

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MAY 5, 12, 26

JUN 2, 9

SEP 15, 22, 29

OCT 6, 13, 27

NOV 10

DEC 8

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JAN 19

FEB 2

MAR 15

APR 12, 26

MAY 3, 10, 17, 31

JUN 7, 21

SEP 13, 20, 27

OCT 4, 18

NOV 8

DEC 6

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New Orleans Jazz Fest: Apr 21, 2023, & Apr 26, 2024, departures will visit New Orleans during Jazz Fest.

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aU TUMN COLORS

9 Days starting from $3,665/person

Fall, New England

TRIP HIGHLIGHTS

Dive Into Culture Delve into the rich history of the American Revolution on a walk along the Freedom Trail; stop at Lexington and Concord, the site where “the shot heard round the world” was fired. Watch craftsmen create the delicate glassware that has made Simon Pearce glassblowing workshop famous. Visit Acadia National Park, the first National Park established east of the Mississippi. Stop at the iconic Portland Head Lighthouse, the oldest lighthouse in Maine

Explore Boston with a ‘Local Specialist’

Visit Woodstock, Lexington Green and the Concord Minute Man

National Historical Park North Bridge

View Mount Washington

Scenic Drive along the Mohawk Trail and Kancamagus Highway

Day 1 Stroll Through the Red Streets of Boston

Welcome to Boston, the Cradle of Liberty and once home to famous sons such as Samuel Adams, Paul Revere and Benjamin Franklin. Amble up and down the City on the Hill on your terms and immerse yourself in its revolutionary history or enjoy a stroll along the waterfront. This evening, we’ll meet our Travel Director and fellow travelers for a Welcome Reception to kick-start our color-filled journey through New England landscapes.  Boston Park Plaza

Dinner

Day 2 Take a Historical Drive Through New England

Weaving along the Freedom Trail, we delve into the rich history of the American revolution. ‘Dive Into Culture’ during your stop at Lexington and Concord, the site where “the shot heard ‘round the world” was fired. Next, we will continue to ‘Dive Into Culture’ at Old Sturbridge Village, a living museum which recreates life in rural New England during the 1790s through 1830s. In the afternoon, we will drive along the Mohawk Trail, an early Native American and colonial trade route, and the first designated scenic drive in New England.

 Hampton Inn & Suites Manchester  Breakfast Day

3 Uncover the Craftmanship of Vermont

Today we will experience the best Yankee ingenuity has to offer with a visit to the Vermont Country Store opened in 1946 by Vrest and Ellen Orton in the quaint village of Weston, Vermont. Next we’ll drive past picture-perfect farmlands and old-world towns en route to the historic Quechee. ‘Dive Into Culture’ and watch craftsmen create the delicate glassware that has made Simon Pearce glassblowing workshop famous, delving into the art and science of glassblowing. Then, savor a Regional Meal lunch featuring local ingredients arranged on Simon Pearce’s beautiful stem and flatware.

 Doubletree Burlington  Breakfast, Lunch

Day 4 Discover Charming Stowe & Northern Vermont (2 Nights)

Today you are in for a treat as we make our first stop at Lake Champlain Chocolates for local artisan ice-cream and chocolate. We then head to Stowe, Vermont, a popular winter ski destination, this charming New England town comes to life with the quintessential red and orange hues during the Fall months. Explore the town and enjoy lunch before heading to North Conway for an experience with The Raven Wildlife Program, where a ‘Local Specialist’ will give fascinating insight into the local ecology, wildlife, and even the science behind the famous colors of the fall foliage found here.

 Red Jacket Mountain View Resort  Breakfast, Dinner

Day 5 Embrace Autumn Hues in North Conway

Journey along “The Kanc”, an American Scenic Byway that cuts through the White Mountain National Forest, admiring the glowing fall colors. Then this afternoon guests have the option to enjoy free time exploring shops and restaurants of North Conway or join a led hike to Diana’s Baths — a series of small waterfalls located in the southeastern corner of the town of Bartlett, New Hampshire, near the village of North Conway in the White Mountains of New Hampshire, United States.  Breakfast

Day 6 Savor the Flavors of Bar Harbor (2 Nights)

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OCT 1, 2, 3, 4, 7, 9, 10, 11, 14, 15

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OCT 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 13, 14, 16, 17

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We continue through the lush pine forests, highlands and river valleys that define the rugged Maine landscape. Descend “Downeast” to Bar Harbor on Mount Desert Island. Join a ‘Local Specialist’ for insights into lobster fishing and tonight, we’ll savor a traditional lobster dinner.

Day 7

 Bar Harbor Regency  Breakfast, Dinner

Trek Through Colorful Acadia National Park

‘Dive Into Culture’ during your visit to Acadia National Park, the first National Park established east of the Mississippi. Admire panoramic views of pink granite cliffs, windswept beaches and colorful maple forests from the highest point along the Atlantic Seaboard, Cadillac Mountain. Consider an optional nature cruise on Frenchman Bay this afternoon.

Day 8 Take a Panoramic Drive Along

the Marine Coast

Breakfast

Make a stop and ‘Dive Into Culture’ at the iconic Portland Head (Nubble) Lighthouse, the oldest lighthouse in Maine. Journey past fisheries and seaside dwellings along the rugged Maine Coast, arriving in the historic seaport city of Portsmouth, where this evening we’ll join our fellow travelers for a Farewell Dinner.

 Sheraton Portsmouth Harborside  Breakfast, Dinner

Day 9 Back to Boston & Beyond

We’ll return to Boston and transfer to Boston Logan International Airport or to the hotel in Boston if you’d like to extend your stay.

Airport arrival will be at 11am. Please be aware when booking your flights.

Breakfast

“We were very fortunate to have perfect weather so great autumn color. Our tour director was great.”

NORMAN

M a J ESTIC a L a S K a

10 Days starting from $4,240/person

TRIP HIGHLIGHTS

Dive Into Culture Board the Riverboat Discovery to hear tales of the Gold Rush boom and visit a recreated Athabascan village

Connect With Locals To conclude your day, enjoy a special visit to the home of Dave Monson, a local Dog Mushing celebrity, to learn about the sport of Dog Mushing in Alaska. Join him and his dogs for a ‘Be My Guest’ dinner experience

Explore Valdez, Seward, Denali National Park and Kenai Fjords National Park

Visit Anchorage, Fairbanks, Alaska Native Heritage Center, Wrangell St. Elias Visitor Center, Valdez Museum, Musk Ox Farm, Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center

View historic Rika’s Roadhouse, Big Delta State Historical Park, Alaska Range, Wrangell St. Elias National Park, Mt. Denali

Scenic Drive along the Scenic Seward Byway

Scenic Cruise through Prince William Sound, Kenai Fjords National Park and aboard a riverboat in Fairbanks

Iconic Train journey through Alaska’s wilderness aboard the Alaska Railroad

Take a guided tour of a Musk Ox Farm and learn how this non-profit organization promotes sustainable agriculture, and a ‘Local Specialist’ reveals the role of this wildlife rehabilitation center

Day 1 Start Your Adventure in Anchorage

Welcome to a city surrounded by uninhabited landscapes and the perfect springboard to an epic adventure through Alaska. Tonight, join your Travel Director and fellow travelers for a Welcome Reception.

 Hilton Anchorage  Dinner Day 2 Step into the Wilderness of Denali National Park (2 Nights) Kickstart your day with a brief Anchorage City Tour before visiting the Alaska Native Heritage Center and then onto the untamed wilderness of Denali National Park where a ‘Local Specialist’ reveals insights into the rare subarctic flora and fauna of the park. The evening is then yours to spend as you like.

 Denali Park Village  Breakfast Day 3 Uncover the Natural

History of Denali

Embark on an extensive Denali Natural History Tour during which you’ll learn about the Alaskan natives who once lived in the park and the first ascent of Denali, North America’s highest peak. You’ll have the whole afternoon free to participate in an array of optional activities. See Denali’s incredible landscapes on an optional helicopter flight, battle the wild waters of the Nenana River or join one of the free Denali National Park Service Programs.

 Breakfast

17­ day Land & Cruise

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Day 4 Explore Denali & Venture to Fairbanks (2 Nights)

Tune into your beautiful surrounds as you’ll have the whole morning to connect with Denali on your terms. Later, we’ll board a deluxe dome railcar on the Alaska Railroad, and make our way to the Golden Heart City of Fairbanks. A Regional Dinner is served aboard the train before our arrival in Alaska’s Northern Lights capital.

 River’s Edge  Breakfast, Dinner

Day 5 Dig Deep into Alaskan Culture

After breakfast, you will enjoy a city tour of Fairbanks. Then you’ll partake in a ‘Dive Into Culture’ with Fairbanks’ own Gold Daughters who will guide you through the process of panning for gold in real Alaskan paydirt. Then, you are boarding the Riverboat Discovery to visit a recreated Athabascan Indian Village. To conclude your day, ‘Connect With Locals’ and enjoy a special visit to the home of David Monson, a local Dog Mushing celebrity, to learn about the sport of Dog Mushing in Alaska. Join him and his dogs for a ‘Be My Guest’ experience meal.

 Breakfast, Dinner

Day 6 Take a Scenic Journey to Valdez (2 Nights)

We journey south to the port community of Valdez located along Prince William Sound. Carve your way through this rugged state along the Richardson Highway, the first major road built in Alaska, running parallel to the Trans Alaska Pipeline. Stretch your legs during a brief stop at the historic Rika’s Roadhouse, an important crossroads for travelers, and the Wrangell St. Elias Visitors’ Center, before arriving in Valdez.

 Best Western Valdez Harbor Inn  Breakfast

Day 7 Spot the Wildlife of Valdez

Delve into heritage and culture at the Valdez Museum. Then keep an eye out for seals, otters, sea lions and porpoises as you cruise Prince William Sound, admiring the ice cliffs of Columbia Glacier. Enjoy lunch against the backdrop of your wild surrounds.

 Breakfast, Lunch

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MAY 12, 19, 26

JUN 2, 9, 16, 23

JUL 7, 14, 21, 28

AUG 4, 11, 18, 25

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Day 8 Travel Back to Anchorage

(2 Nights)

Journey back to Anchorage this morning. For your MAKE TRAVEL MATTER®

Experience this afternoon, stop at a Musk Ox Farm and take a guided tour to learn how this non-profit organization promotes sustainable agriculture practice. This evening, toast to new friends over a Farewell Dinner.  Hilton Anchorage  Breakfast, Dinner Day 9 Glance at Glaciers

Journey along the Scenic Seward Byway this morning to the port community of Seward. Our first stop is a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience at the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center, where a ‘Local Specialist’ reveals the role of this wildlife rehabilitation center. Next up is a sightseeing cruise, including lunch, into the icy heart of Kenai Fjords National Park for views of spectacular glaciers.

 Breakfast, Lunch

Day 10 Depart Anchorage

Our adventure through the rugged Alaskan wilderness has come to an end. Take an airport transfer or connect with a southbound Alaska cruise.  Breakfast

Call

Denali National Park

SPECTaC UL a R C a N a DI a N ROCKIES

9 Days starting from $3,550/person

TRIP HIGHLIGHTS

Connect With Locals Enjoy a delicious lunch at a familyowned farm on Vancouver Island

Explore Vancouver, Victoria, Banff

Visit Maligne Canyon during a guided walk and enjoy a Maligne Lake cruise to Spirit Island

View Lake Louise, Stanley Park, Athabasca Glacier, Mount Robson, Jasper National Park, Banff National Park

Scenic Drive along the Icefields Parkway and continue along scenic Maligne Lake Drive, past disappearing Medicine Lake

Day 1 Welcome to Vancouver

The soaring peaks of Canada’s soul-stirring Rockies take center stage on this epic alpine adventure that begins in Vancouver, one of the world’s most livable cities. Spend the day discovering the city’s scenic surrounds on your own, then join your Travel Director and fellow travel companions for a Welcome Reception this evening.

Banff National Park

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Top off this incredible Canadian journey by extending your stay by a few extra days to get into country-western culture at the Calgary Stampede, ‘The Greatest Outdoor Show on Earth.’

alaska Cruise Option

Travel via cruise ship through the calm, protected waters of the Inside Passage, through glacier-carved fjords, snowcapped mountains and lush forests of Sitka spruce and the western hemlock.

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Day 2 Discover the Sights of Victoria (2 Nights)

Embark on a morning sightseeing tour of Vancouver’s historic neighborhoods. Savor the smells of freshly steamed Siopao in Chinatown and admire the Victorian façades of Gastown as you make your way to the leafy sanctuary of Stanley Park to view First Nations totem poles. We continue by ferry to Vancouver Island and ‘Connect With Locals’ during a ‘Be My Guest’ lunch visit to a family-owned working farm, where we’ll enjoy fresh farm-to-table flavors. Later, we enjoy some sightseeing in Victoria.

 Château Victoria  Breakfast, Lunch

Day 3 Admire the Colors of Victoria

Embrace the Garden City status of Victoria as you greet the day with breakfast at Butchart Gardens, a 55-acre showcase of gorgeous floral gardens that have colorfully transformed a once unused quarry. Spend the rest of the day at leisure exploring the walkable capital of British Columbia.  Breakfast

Day 4 Relax & Enjoy the Outdoors in Kamloops

Depart Victoria by ferry and make your way to Kamloops for a relaxing afternoon and evening to rest and recharge. In Kamloops, enjoy a unique experience at the South Thompson Inn. Cap of f another big day in Canada with a delicious dinner and an evening around the fire pit sharing stories with your travel mates.

 South Thompson Inn  Breakfast, Dinner

Day 5 Gaze Upon Mount Robson (2 Nights)

This afternoon you’ll stop at the Mount Robson Visitor Center where you can admire UNESCO-listed Mount Robson, the highest peak in the Canadian Rockies in all its 12,972 feet of glory. Then travel through the raw wilderness of magnificent Jasper National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

 Château Jasper  Breakfast

Day 6 Admire Jasper National Park

Join an interpretive walk at Maligne Canyon this morning. Later, take to the aqua waters and cruise Maligne Lake to Spirit Island (seasonal), admiring views of its three glaciers and Spirit Island. After the cruise, enjoy a delicious lunch with wine at the lakeside Maligne Lake Chalet.  Breakfast, Lunch

Day 7 Voyage to Athabasca Glacier (2 Nights)

We journey along the Icefields Parkway to Athabasca Glacier, which we cross on a specially designed Ice Explorer. Continue on to Lake Louise, where there is time to soak in the majestic beauty of the lake and its turquoise, glacier-fed waters, fringed by high peaks, deep green forests and overlooked by Victoria Glacier. Continue on to the township of Banff, in the heart of UNESCO-listed Banff National Park.

 Banff Park Lodge  Breakfast

Day 8 Meet a Mountie & Explore Banff

Join a ‘Local Specialist’ and learn about his experiences as a retired Mountie and the histor y of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police. The rest of the day is free for you to pursue your own interests. Your Travel Director will be available to help plan the perfect day for you. Tonight, we join our newfound friends for a Farewell Dinner.  Breakfast, Dinner

Day 9 Farewell Banff & Calgary

Descend from the glorious Canadian Rockies and transfer to Calgary International Airport or to the Westin Calgary if you are extending your stay.  Breakfast Airport arrival will be at 11.30am. Please be aware when booking your flights.

TRIP PLANNER

Pricing starts at $3,550/person

Double occupancy; Land only before savings

2023 DEPARTURES

JUN 17, 24

JUL 15, 22

AUG 5, 16, 19, 23

SEP 6, 13, 20, 23, 30

2024 DEPARTURES

MAY 4, 11, 18

JUN 8, 15, 22

JUL 13, 20, 27

AUG 10, 17, 24, 31

SEP 7, 14, 21, 28

OCT 5

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“Our vacation was great! The scenery was beautiful.”

REBECCA

BEST OF E a S TERN C a N a Da

9 Days starting from $2,970/person

TRIP HIGHLIGHTS

Connect With Locals Visit a black currant farm in the Eastern Townships and meet the owner for a tour and tasting and afterward you’ll create your own tea mix. Join the owner for a locally-sourced hearty meal with wine

Dive Into Culture Embrace Canada’s national sport, learning the secrets and superstitions of hockey players as a professional coach walks you through a day in the life of a player

Explore Quebec City and Montreal with a ‘Local Specialist’

Discover Toronto, Kingston, Ottawa

Visit Niagara Falls, Eastern Townships

Cruise the 1000 Islands dinner cruise and Niagara Falls

Learn about and support the Manitobah Mukluks Storyboot School, a TreadRight supported project

Day 1 Welcome to Toronto (2 Nights)

Canada’s multicultural metropolis of Toronto launches your journey across Eastern Canada. Relax after your journey, then meet your Travel Director and fellow travelers for a Welcome Reception this evening.

 Sheraton Center Toronto  Dinner

Day 2 Hockey & Niagara Falls

On the way to Niagara Falls, we stop and you get the chance to learn the art of playing the puck like a pro when you meet a real Canadian hockey player. ‘Dive Into Culture’ and embrace Canada’s national sport, learning the secrets and superstitions of hockey players as a professional coach walks you through a day in the life of a player. Go inside the players’ dressing room and put on the full hockey gear with help of a real coach. Grab your stick and it’s off onto the ice where

Niagara Falls

you’ll soon find out whether you are a lefty or righty, and learn how to score the big goal. Witness Mother Nature’s power first-hand when you journey to Niagara Falls and embark on an exhilarating boat ride to the base of Horseshoe Falls. You’ll have some time on your own to explore Ontario’s most enchanting village, Niagara-on-the-Lake.  Breakfast

Day 3 Travel Back in Time in Kingston

Our day begins with an orientation tour past Toronto’s sprawling Queens Park, stately University Avenue and the Provincial Parliament Buildings. We continue to Kingston, a 17th-century former French trading post and gateway to a Thousand Islands. This evening, we set sail on our dinner cruise against the backdrop of pretty riverside cottages and uninhabited islands.

 Delta Waterfront  Breakfast, Dinner Day

4 Onwards to Ottawa

Arriving in Ottawa, we embark on an introductory tour of Canada’s capital. You’ll have a full afternoon to explore the city on your terms.

 Sheraton Ottawa  Breakfast Day

5 Uncover the Traditions of Quebec City (2 Nights)

A quick hop over the Ottawa River brings us to Quebec for a private, exclusive experience on the grounds of the Canadian Museum History. We will start with a Continental Breakfast followed by a lively and colorful interactive performance of traditional Pow Wow dancing. You will also enjoy an interactive beading workshop using authentic materials. We will then learn about a special MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience with the Manitobah Mukluks Storyboot Project, which aims to revive the traditional arts by creating partnerships with elders and artisans. After we will enjoy lunch at a typical sugar shack at a local “Cabane a Sucre.” Then continue to Quebec City to our hotel in Old Quebec.  Hotel Clarendon  Breakfast, Lunch

Day 6 Stroll Through Quebec City

Embark on a captivating walk through the narrow streets of Old Quebec City, joining your ‘Local Specialist’ for an in-depth discovery of this UNESCO-listed city. Spend the rest of the afternoon at leisure.

Breakfast

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MAY 5, 19

JUN 2, 9, 16, 23, 30

JUL 7, 14, 21

AUG 4, 11, 18, 25

SEP 1, 8, 15, 22, 29

OCT 6

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MAY 10, 17, 24

JUN 7, 14, 21, 28

JUL 12, 26

AUG 2, 9, 16, 23

SEP 6, 13, 20, 27

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Day 7 Enjoy the Charming Eastern Townships (2 Nights)

Leave the city behind, bound for Quebec’s picturesque Eastern Townships. Your journey will take you past pretty villages and rolling farmlands before arriving at Domaine Ives Hill for an exclusive ‘Be My Guest’ lunch. ‘Connect With Locals’ and learn how black currants are farmed, picked and processed into a variety of beverages. You’ll have an opportunity to make your own black current tea and enjoy a fruity sangria, followed by a hearty lunch of locally sourced ingredients. Later, we’ll make our way to Montreal and admire panoramic city views from its namesake, Mount Royal.  Le Centre Sheraton  Breakfast, Lunch

Day 8 Discover Vibrant Montreal

Join your ‘Local Specialist’ for a sightseeing tour revealing the historic sites in the color ful Old Port area, the splendor of one of Montreal’s crown jewels — Notre Dame Basilica and modern Downtown Montreal.

After a free afternoon to explore, meet your fellow travelers for a Farewell Dinner in Old Montreal.  Breakfast, Dinner

Day

Canada & New England Cruise Option

Visit charming seaside towns with tidy whitewashed buildings where patriots once envisioned a nation of liberty for all.

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D ay 9 Embark on Your Cruise

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See the famous sights of Montreal before boarding the Holland America ms Zaandam to set sail.  Breakfast, Dinner

D ay 10 Explore Quebec City

Spend a free day in Quebec City.

 Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

D ay 11 Traverse the Gulf of Saint Lawrence

Travel along the Gulf of Saint Lawrence which fringes the shores of half of the Canadian provinces.

 Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

D ay 12 Carry on to Charlottetown

Carry on to Charlottetown, the capital of Canada’s Prince Edward Island.

 Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

9 Goodbye Montreal or Toronto

Bid a fond au revoir to newfound friends as you are transferred to either Montreal or Toronto International Airport.  Breakfast

For guests departing from Toronto, airport arrival will be at 4pm. Please be aware when booking your flights.

D ay 13 Admire the Lighthouses of Sydney, Nova Scotia

Cruise to the port of Sydney where lighthouses stand sentinel on cliffside ledges.

 Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

D ay 14 Hello Halifax, Nova Scotia

In Halifax, the ramparts of the Citadel await.  Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

D ay 15 Southbound to Bar Harbor, Maine

Continuing south, Bar Harbor is the quintessential New England coastal town.

 Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

D ay 16 Disembark Boston

Disembark the ship in Boston today.

 Breakfast

Airport arrival will be at approximately 10.30am. Please be aware when booking your flights.

Flexible

Single and Triple Cruise Staterooms are on request basis only. Inside Staterooms and Vista Suites are also available. (REF: DBECI/Z/V)

COSTa RIC a ECO a DVENTURE

TRIP HIGHLIGHTS

Connect With Locals Enjoy some time with the owners of your hotel, providing a unique experience, as they prepare a special BBQ meal just for you. Visit a local Tico family’s palm plantation to learn about and taste the delicate heart of palm. Visit the Quintana family’s Hacienda Pozo Azul and discover how they reduce their carbon footprint and support the local community. Meet Monteverde’s Quaker pioneers Marvin and Flory. They moved in the early 1950s to Monteverde from Alabama. They will share their life stories and all the changes they have seen take place in the region Dive Into Culture Meet master chocolatiers, Julio Fernandez and George Soriano, to learn about the history of chocolate and how it is produced at this small workshop

Visit Tortuguero National Park, Sarapiquí, Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve

View Arenal Volcano

The Sea Turtle Conservancy Tortuguero Visitor Center is an educational center located in the heart of Tortuguero National Park, one of the most important sea turtle nesting sites in the world for green turtles

Day 1 Welcome to San José

Learn the secrets of pura vida on this effortlessly delivered encounter with Costa Rica. This evening, join your Travel Director and fellow expeditioners for a Welcome Reception.  Sheraton San José  Dinner Day 2 Discover the Natural Beauty of Tortuguero National Park (2 Nights)

Journey to San Isidro de Heredia, where we’ll ‘Dive Into Culture’ with master chocolatiers, Julio Fernandez and George Soriano, to learn about the history of chocolate and how it is produced at this small workshop. Then, it’s on to Siquirres where we’ll embark on a river journey with a ‘Local Specialist’ through protected wetlands to secluded Tortuguero. Enjoy a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience in the heart of Tortuguero with a visit to the Sea Turtle Conservancy Tortuguero Visitor Center. Later, we enjoy dinner at our hotel this evening accompanied by the enchanting sounds of resident cicadas and tree frogs.

 Laguna Lodge Tortuguero  Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 3 Visit the Wildlife of Tortuguero National Park

Cruise the canals and streams of the park today with a ‘Local Specialist’ as howler monkeys watch from the treetops, toucans and egrets fly through the air and crocodiles ply the cool waters. Visit the Village of Tortuguero. If you are here between July and September, take an optional tour to see the sea turtles laying eggs on the beach.

 Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Day 4 Sample Heart of Palm in Sarapiquí

Bid adiós to Tortuguero and head back to the mainland where we’ll enjoy lunch before meeting the Tico family for a ‘Connect With Locals’ experience at their palm plantation. There you’ll learn about and sample the delicate heart of palm. Tonight you’ll enjoy a ‘Be My Guest’ experience with the owners of your hotel. ‘Connect With Locals’ as they prepare a special BBQ meal just for you.  La Quinta Sarapiquí Lodge  Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Day 5 Mingle

with Locals in Sarapiquí

Before breakfast this morning, get up close and personal to Costa Rica’s exquisite nature during a leisurely hike. Keep a look out for the endangered great green macaw and connect with your beautiful natural surroundings. Embark on an optional rafting trip^ later this morning. We ‘Connect With Locals,’ joining the Quintana Family for a ‘Be My Guest’ lunch at their eco-friendly hacienda. Learn how your MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience contributes to the local community. We continue to Arenal Volcano, where we spend the afternoon relaxing.  Arenal Paraiso Resort and Spa  Breakfast, Lunch Day 6 Immerse in the Stories of Monteverde Cloud Forest (2 Nights)

Visit Monteverde Cloud Forest, then ‘Connect With Locals’ as you meet a native Quaker, and ‘Local Specialist,’ who will share stories of Old Town Monteverde. This evening, relish some of the best views as you enjoy dinner.  El Establo Mountain  Breakfast, Dinner Day 7 Wander the Monteverde Cloud Forest

Join your guide for an excursion through Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve and later walk above the jungle floor on its Sky Walk^. We toast to our eco-adventure at a Farewell Dinner.  Breakfast, Dinner

Day 8 Depart Liberia or San José

Transfer to either Liberia or San José International Airports or travel on to Guanacaste Beach for those extending their stay.  Breakfast Airport arrival will be at 11.30am for both San José and Liberia airport. Please be aware when booking your flights.

Note: For activities marked with a caret (^) in the day­by­day itinerary, participation is at your own risk and a signed liability waiver will be required.

Note: For the more remote areas of Costa Rica (such as Tortuguero and Sarapiquí), we use the best available hotel facilities with comfortable but simple guestrooms and eco­friendly amenities perfectly suited to the natural surroundings. This journey requires walking on uneven surfaces and steps and sometimes through heavy showers (rain ponchos provided). This journey is best enjoyed by the experienced traveler in good health who can take such conditions in stride.

Luggage: For the two night excursion to Tortuguero National Park, guests are permitted to bring a maximum of 25 lbs of luggage. Your primary suitcase will be transferred and securely stored at your Sarapiquí hotel.

Guanacaste Beach Stay Option

Extend your vacation with a stay at Guanacaste Beach, famous for its fishing, swimming, diving, surfing and sun.

D ay 8 On the shores of Guanacaste (2 Nights)

Check in to your seaside resort in the Guanacaste surfing town of Tamarindo Beach.

Tamarindo Diria Beach Resort

Breakfast

D ay 9 Surf and Play in Guanacaste

Settle in for a day at leisure. Relax on the beach, learn how to surf or go shopping in the nearby Tamarindo village.

Breakfast

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JUL 8, 22

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DEC 9, 16

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APR 13, 20

MAY 18

JUN 8, 22

JUL 6, 20

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OCT 19

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Gratuities: Ask your Travel Specialist if you’d like to pre-pay the gratuities for your Travel Director & Driver. Room Share is not available on this trip.

D ay 10 Depart Liberia

Transfer to Liberia International Airport for your flight or consider extending your stay to soak up the sun-kissed shores of Costa Rica.

Breakfast

Trip Code: LCRG

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ITALIAN SCENE

10 DAYS FROM $1,795

INCLUDES Rome, Vatican City, Sorrento, Bay of Naples, Assisi, Venice, Verona, Lake Como, Erba, Pisa, Florence

HIGHLIGHTS OF FRANCE

13 DAYS FROM $2,228

INCLUDES Paris, Lyon, Avignon, Monaco, French Riviera, Nimes, Lourdes, Tours, Omaha Beach, Deauville

HIGHLIGHTS OF SCANDINAVIA

12 DAYS FROM $2,295

INCLUDES Copenhagen, Oslo, Vradal, Bergen, Sognefjord, Lillehammer, Karlstad, Stockholm

LONDON TO ROME HIGHLIGHTS

10 Days starting from $2,095/person

ESSENTIAL HIGHLIGHTS

Dover See the White Cliffs

Paris Sightseeing includes views of the Champs Élysées, Arc de Triomphe and the Eiffel Tower

Lucerne Orientation includes views of the Chapel Bridge and a visit to the Lion Monument

Venice Cruise by private boat to St. Mark’s Square and visit a traditional glassblowing workshop

Florence See Piazza Santa Croce

Rome Sightseeing with your ‘Local Specialist’ includes views of the Colosseum, see the ancient sites and visit St. Peter’s Basilica

OPTIONAL CHOICES

Seine Cruise & Paris Illuminations Enjoy the ‘City of Light’ on a leisurely cruise along the River Seine, followed by a drive through Paris to enjoy some of her best sights

Gondolas & the Grand Canal Cruise the Grand Canal by private water taxi before arriving at St. Mark’s Square and embarking on a gondola journey while musicians and singers entertain

Inside the Vatican & Colosseum Skip the queues at the Vatican Museums to view Michelangelo’s ceiling frescoes in the Sistine Chapel. Later, hear fascinating tales of gladiatorial combat in the Colosseum

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Day 1 Arrive London (2 Nights)

Savor your first taste of Europe’s highlights as you arrive in London with a free day to experience much of what this cosmopolitan capital has to offer. Whether you choose to explore the city on foot or hop on a London red bus crisscrossing the capital, you’re in for an exhilarating adventure with the best of Britain.

Hilton Olympia

Colosseum, Rome

Day 2 London Free Time

Take your time to dig deep and make the most of every minute in the British capital. You’ll have a full free day to explore the city your way. There’s plenty to do and see in London and you won’t need permission to fill your day to the brim with special experiences.

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Day 3 London – Paris (2 Nights)

This morning, meet your Travel Director and fellow traveling companions to board your coach and set off from London. Your journey to the continent begins today. Travel south through the pretty Kent countryside to Dover. Board your ferry to Calais and leave the chalky White Cliffs behind. Arriving in Paris, you’ll have time to explore the ‘City of Light’ on your own. The French capital glows bright both day and night but consider an ‘Optional Experience’ on the Seine this evening to make your introduction even more special.  Novotel Porte d’Orléans

Day 4 Paris Sightseeing & Free Time

Your sightseeing tour conducted by your Travel Director will take you past the Champs Élysées, the Arc de Triomphe and the ‘Iron Lady’ herself, the Eiffel Tower. Relish the afternoon to do as you please. That could mean channeling your inner Parisian and sitting in a leafy park with a baguette and some cheese and wine, or consider a visit to the Louvre where you can view the wry smile of the Mona Lisa. Tonight, colorful CanCan girls will entice you with their remarkable outfits should you choose to join an ‘Optional Experience’ cabaret show.

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5 Paris – Lucerne Region

Head through vineyards and valleys as you journey to Lucerne where a brief orientation will see you view the 14th-century Chapel Bridge spanning the Reuss River. Visit the poignant Lion Monument, hewn from rock to honor the brave Swiss Guards who died defending King Louis XVI during the French Revolution. There’s plenty of time later to shop for all your Swiss souvenirs.

 Ibis Kriens  Breakfast, Dinner Day 6 Lucerne Region – Venice

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Day 7 Venice Orientation – Florence

 Il Burchiello  Breakfast

With your head in the clouds, you’ll journey via the scenic St. Gotthard Pass into Italy. On your journey south, the soul-stirring landscapes of the Italian lakes stretch ahead as you venture to Venice, the ‘Queen of the Adriatic.’ The Winged Lion of St. Mark stands guard over the city. There’s no better way to see the sights than gliding gracefully through its canals on a gondola — an ‘Optional Experience’ that captures the essence of Venice like none other.

Cruise by private launch to St. Mark’s Square and view the city’s iconic sights, including St. Mark’s Basilica, the Doge’s Palace and Piazza San Marco. Stand in the center of the square and capture the historic panorama which Napoleon once called ‘the drawing room of Europe.’ You’ll see master craftsmen engaged in the centuries-old glassblowing craft. Consider an opportunity to visit the colorful fisherman’s island of Burano for an optional meal with drinks before heading to Florence.

 Starhotels Vespucci  Breakfast, Dinner Day 8 Florence – Rome (2 Nights)

No expense was spared to exalt the glory of Florence through art and architecture, and you’ll see first-hand how this city paved its way to a modern age. Explore the treasures left behind by the Medici dynasty and famous artists like da Vinci and Michelangelo during an orientation tour which includes a visit to Santa Croce Square, where some of the most famous sons of the Renaissance are buried. Enjoy time to shop for souvenirs or the city’s famous gold and leathercraft before departing for Rome, the ‘Eternal City.’  Ergife Palace  Breakfast Day

9 Rome Sightseeing & Free Time

Make the most of your time in Rome as your ‘Local Specialist’ takes you on a guided visit of St. Peter’s Basilica and the ancient sites of Rome. Consider joining an ‘Optional Experience’ inside the Vatican Museums and Colosseum.

Day 10 Depart Rome

Get your final fix of Rome before you prepare for your return journey. Say arrivederci to your newfound friends as the curtain closes on an epic journey from London to Rome.

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ESSENTIAL HIGHLIGHTS

Windsor View the Royal Castle

Bath Visit the Georgian spa town

Chester View the timbered buildings known as the ‘Rows’ Lake District Visit this picturesque region

Glasgow View Glasgow Cathedral and George Square on your orientation tour Loch Lomond See the freshwater lake with the largest surface area in Britain

St. Andrews View the 18th green on St. Andrews Old Course

Edinburgh Sightseeing with your ‘Local Specialist’ includes the famous Princes Street, the Royal Mile and views of the new Parliament Building as well as the Castle

Hadrian’s Wall View the remains of the Roman wall

York View York Minster and stroll along the Shambles

Stratford-upon-Avon Visit the town of Shakespeare’s birth and see Anne Hathaway’s Cottage

OPTIONAL CHOICES

Edinburgh Castle Visit Edinburgh Castle, perched imposingly atop Castle Rock since the 12th century. You’ll see the Scottish crown jewels and the National War Museum of Scotland during your visit

Highland Sheep Farm Visit Truly immerse yourself in the Highland way of life and visit a Highland sheep farm. You’ll meet Neil and his border collies and try your hand at sheep-shearing and feeding the lambs

Scottish Highlands

Glencoe St. Andrews

Glasgow

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Gretna Green

Lake District

Hadrian’s Wall

North Sea

Chester

Liverpool Cardiff

England Wales

Bath Windsor

York Bradford

Stratford-upon-Avon

London

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Day 1 Arrive London (2 Nights)

Begin and end your journey back in time on the busy streets of London. After check-in, you have the rest of the day to explore this multicultural city your way.  Hilton Olympia

Day 2 London Free Day

What a treat! A full free day to explore all the surprises London has to offer in preparation for your epic adventure across England and Scotland.  Breakfast

Day 3 London – Windsor – Bath – Cardiff

This morning, meet your Travel Director and travel companions. The British capital won’t keep you from your exploration of the

island’s colorful history. Start the day with a visit to Windsor to see its famous castle, then continue to UNESCO-listed Bath where you’ll view the city’s beautiful Georgian façades before continuing to Cardiff.  Copthorne Cardiff-Caerdydd  Breakfast, Dinner

Day 4 Cardiff – Chester – Liverpool

The Romans left their magic touch on the pretty town of Chester. You’ll view the city walls and the black and white half-timbered buildings, famously known as ‘The Rows’. Take some time to explore Chester your way or join an ‘Optional Experience’ to Llangollen in North Wales. Our home for the night is the haunt of the ‘Fab Four’, with an evening at leisure to explore Liverpool’s legendary nightlife.  Ibis Albert Dock  Breakfast

Day 5 Liverpool – Lake District – Gretna Green – Glasgow

There’s no better way to embrace Lake District heritage this morning than to join an ‘Optional Experience’ and chug between Haverthwaite and Lakeside in an old-world steam train followed by a cruise on Lake Windermere. Stop at Gretna Green, where eloping couples would exchange their vows over the Blacksmith’s anvil. Then continue to Glasgow, where you could join an ‘Optional Experience’ for a night on the toon

 Ibis City Center  Breakfast

Day 6 Glasgow – Scottish Highlands

Kick-start your day with an introduction to Glasgow’s industrial past and modern revival before channeling your inner Highlander. You could choose an ‘Optional Experience’ cruise on Loch Lomond before continuing to Glencoe, ‘Glen of Weeping’. Local shepherd Neil and his enthusiastic border collies are ready to welcome guests on their Highland sheep farm for an ‘Optional Experience’ this afternoon. You can perfect your sheepshearing skills before settling into your Highland hotel.  Laggan  Breakfast, Dinner

Day 7 Scottish Highlands – St. Andrews – Edinburgh (Airth) (2 Nights)

Your scenic drive through the mystical landscapes of the Highlands takes you to Pitlochry. There’s time to explore this salmon fishing center on your own or join an ‘Optional Experience’ to Blair Castle. The fairways and greens of St. Andrews, the birthplace of golf, are up next.  Airth Castle  Breakfast

Day 8 Edinburgh Sightseeing & Free Time

Tuck into a hearty Scottish breakfast with tattie scones and all the trimmings. Today you’ll need some extra sustenance as there’s much to see and do in Scotland’s hilly capital. The Georgian New Town, Palace of Holyroodhouse, the Royal Mile and Edinburgh Castle all wait to be viewed in the company of your Local Specialist, so grab your camera and prepare for a memorable sightseeing tour revealing all the highlights of Auld Reekie. You’ll have plenty of time to explore on your own or consider joining an ‘Optional Experience’ to Rosslyn Chapel or an in-depth tour of Edinburgh Castle.

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Day 9 Edinburgh (Airth) – York – Bradford

It’s time to venture south on your return journey through England to London, but not before you come face-to-face with Hadrian’s first-century attempt to keep the ‘barbarians’ out of his Roman Empire. Continue to the walled city of York, where an orientation tour will guide you through its narrow medieval streets to its 13th-century Gothic cathedral.

 Jurys Inn  Breakfast Day 10 Bradford – Stratford-upon-Avon –

London

This morning, we visit Stratford-upon-Avon, the birthplace of the famous bard, William Shakespeare, who became England’s most beloved playwright. It’s time for one last group picture as you say a fond farewell to your Travel Director and new friends as you return to London.

Day 11 Depart London

Say cheerio to new friends as you prepare for your return journey home.

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ESSENTIAL HIGHLIGHTS

Madrid See the Royal Palace, Cibeles Fountain and Retiro Park on a sightseeing tour with a ‘Local Specialist’

Toledo Sightseeing with your ‘Local Specialist’ includes views of the Synagogue and Cathedral; enjoy a visit to a steel workshop

Puerto Lápice Visit the inn where Don Quixote is said to have been dubbed a knight

Seville Sightseeing with your ‘Local Specialist’ includes views of the Cathedral, Plaza de España and Giralda Tower

Gaudix View the cave homes in ‘Barrio Troglodyte’

Valencia See the Art Nouveau, Train Station Estación del Norte, Mercado de Colón, Towers of Serrano and Quart and the City of Arts and Sciences

Barcelona Sightseeing with your ‘Local Specialist’ includes views of Gaudí’s La Sagrada Família, La Rambla and views from Montjuïc

OPTIONAL CHOICES

Visit UNESCO-Listed Segovia Segovia’s fairy-tale Alcázar, soaring ancient Roman aqueduct and ornate esgrafiado façades make this one ‘Optional Experience’ you won’t want to miss

The Best Flamenco Show in Town Embrace the passion and rhythm of a mesmerizing Andalusian flamenco in Seville this evening. We’ve got tickets to the best show in town

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Day 1 Arrive Madrid (2 Nights)

It won’t take long for you to fall in love with Madrid. Once you’ve checked into your hotel, you’ll have some time to relax before meeting your Travel Director and fellow travelers who’ll be joining you on this adventure. When the sun sets, head out onto the streets to watch this football-mad metropolis come to life. You could join your group for an ‘Optional Experience’ walking tour of the city with a chance to indulge in the tapas at a local restaurant.  Occidental Castellana Norte

Day 2 Madrid Sightseeing & Free Time

Gear up for a busy morning of sightseeing with your ‘Local Specialist’ who will show you the Cibeles Fountain, the Gran Vía, Paseo de la Castellana and the Royal Palace. Then, enjoy a free afternoon or visit the UNESCO-listed Segovia, with its famous Roman aqueduct and fairy-tale Alcázar, during an ‘Optional Experience.’

 Breakfast Day 3 Madrid – Toledo – Puerto Lápice – Seville (2 Nights)

Toledo’s hilltop vantage point, ancient city walls and legacy of traditional sword-making will leave you in no doubt that it was a city worth fighting for. Join your ‘Local Specialist’ for a leisurely walking tour through its streets and visit a steel workshop to learn about the tradition of sword-making which dates back to Roman times. Head south to Puerto Lápice where the fictional Don Quixote was dubbed a knight by a local innkeeper, then continue to Seville.

 MA Congresos  Breakfast, Dinner Day 4 Seville Sightseeing & Free Time

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Day 5 Seville – Granada

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A place of grand monuments, beautiful weather and the home of the flamenco, it’s no wonder Seville has been the royal family’s favorite retreat for centuries. Your ‘Local Specialist’ will reveal some of the city’s most iconic sites, including Maria Luisa Park, constructed for the Ibero-American exposition in 1929. A free evening in Seville would not be complete without a fiery flamenco performance and our ‘Optional Experience’ will take you to the best show in town.

Travel back to a time when the Moors ruled the foothills of the Sierra Nevada, their last stronghold before being banished to North Africa. Their Arab influences remain to this day in the Moorish architecture and tetería tea houses of Granada. Spend the rest of the day exploring the city’s narrow, cobbled streets on your own or consider an ‘Optional Experience’ visit to the Albaicín Quarter, the city’s oldest neighborhood.

 Macia Condor  Breakfast, Dinner Day 6 Granada – Guadix – Valencia

Capture the curious cave dwellings of Guadix on camera before continuing to the modern metropolis of Valencia. Embark on an orientation tour to view the Art Nouveau, Train Station Estación del Norte, Towers of Serrano and Quart and Mercado de Colon, then stop to view the other-worldly City of Arts and Sciences, a futuristic urban recreation center for culture and science.

 NH Las Ciencias  Breakfast Day 7 Valencia – Peñíscola – Barcelona sightseeing (2 Nights)

Our journey continues north to Peñíscola, where we’ll view the towering Templar castle used as a palace by the Spanish Pope, immortalized in the Hollywood classic, El Cid We continue to Barcelona, where your ‘Local Specialist’ will reveal the city’s key highlights including Gaudí’s La Sagrada Família and the Plaça de Catalunya. See the lively La Rambla and soak up the most inspiring panoramas of the city from the top of Montjuïc.

 Hesperia Sant Just  Breakfast Day 8 Barcelona Free Day

This is your chance to get fully acquainted with Barcelona. You’ll have the free day on your own or consider an opportunity to visit the monastery in the mountains of Montserrat to see the Black Madonna. After a day of sightseeing, maybe become a cava connoisseur at one of the bars overlooking the Mediterranean with new friends, before one final dinner together to reminisce about your epic experiencia Española  Breakfast, Dinner Day 9 Depart Barcelona

So long Spain! Our grand adventure through imperial cities and golden and green landscapes may have come to an end, but we’ll keep its fiery passion burning long after our departure. It’s time to bid our compañeros a fond farewell.  Breakfast

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ESSENTIAL HIGHLIGHTS

Lisbon View Belém Tower and the Monument to the Discoveries on your sightseeing tour with your ‘Local Specialist’

Fátima Visit the celebrated Shrine

Tomar View the legacy left in Tomar by the Knights Templar with a ‘Local Specialist’

Coimbra View one of Europe’s oldest universities, the Old Cathedral and Monastery of Santa Clara-a-Velha

Porto Explore the treasures in Porto’s medieval Ribeira Quarter with a ‘Local Specialist’

OPTIONAL CHOICES

Fado Evening With Dinner A poignant evening filled with the melancholic sounds of fado awaits on this optional dinner in Lisbon’s hilly Bairro Alto district

Nazaré & Óbidos Sightseeing Visit the fishing village of Nazaré and Óbidos, famous for its Ginja cherry liqueur dispensed in chocolate cups

Visit Aveiro Head to the Atlantic coast and seaside town of Aveiro where you’ll want to taste the local Ovos Moles sweets for which the town is famous

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Day 1 Arrive Lisbon (3 Nights)

Pastel and azulejo-clad façades line Lisbon’s narrow streets which ramble across and over its seven hills from St. George Castle to the Tagus River. Gaze over the Portuguese capital’s terracotta rooftops, soaking up its small-town atmosphere before meeting your Travel Director and companheiros for a glimpse of what lies ahead. Tonight you’ll join your Travel Director and fellow travellers for dinner and sample some of the local favorites that you’ll encounter throughout your journey across Portugal.

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Explore the Age of the Discoveries and Portugal’s role as a global maritime power many centuries ago when you join a ‘Local Specialist’ for a sightseeing tour. See the Hieronymite Monastery and the medieval quarter before taking in views of the alabaster-white Belém Tower and the Monument to the Discoveries before taking the rest of the day to explore on your own. Consider joining an ‘Optional Experience’ to Portugal’s Golden Triangle of Cascais, Estoril and Sintra to see some of the country’s most extravagant palaces during your free afternoon. This evening, perhaps join an optional traditional Portuguese dinner amidst the heart-wrenching, melancholic sounds of the fado

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Day 4 Lisbon – Tomar – Fátima

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Que bom! A full free day in Lisboa to explore the enchanting Portuguese capital your way. The secret to living a long life lies in eating a big breakfast, but as you’ll come to discover in Lisbon that may extend to a big lunch and dinner too. Spend the day indulging in a culinary adventure on your own or choose an optional visit to the fishing village of Nazaré, set on a wide bay overlooking the Atlantic. This ‘Optional Experience’ also includes a visit to Óbidos where you’ll have time to explore the medieval walled city with its whitewashed houses and cobblestone lanes. Aside from its obvious charm and history that pre-dates the founding of Portugal, Óbidos is also home to the delightfully decadent Ginja cherry liqueur served up in tiny chocolate cups. Don’t go home without a taste or two!

Leave Lisbon behind, bound for Fátima, a site of a celebrated religious miracle where three young shepherds are said to have seen an apparition of the Virgin Mary in 1917. It is here that you’ll see visiting pilgrims who have come to pray and seek divine guidance. Explore the Basilica and Sanctuary on your own, before heading to the Templar city of Tomar for a sightseeing tour, a beautiful reminder of Portuguese Renaissance. This evening, enjoy dinner in your hotel with your travel companions.

 Fátima  Breakfast, Dinner Day 5 Fátima – Coimbra – Porto (2 Nights)

Enroute to explore Coimbra your way, or head to the seaside resort of Aveiro on an ‘Optional Experience.’ Don’t leave town without sampling the delicious Ovos Moles sweets for which Aveiro is famous, then head north to Porto. You’ll arrive in time for a sightseeing tour with a ‘Local Specialist’ who’ll reveal the treasures in the city’s UNESCO-listed medieval Ribeira Quarter, the port and the remarkable bridges that span the Douro River. With an evening to do as you wish, you may be tempted to head to the water’s edge and one of the city’s Port wine cellars for a tasting and insights into the centuries-old tradition of local Port production.

 Gaia Residence  Breakfast Day 6 Porto Free Day

Savor a full day to go back in time and explore Porto’s historic center with its beautiful Baroque façades. You could choose instead to join an ‘Optional Experience’ to Braga, Portugal’s religious capital. A ‘Local Specialist’ will reveal insights into Braga’s historic center and you’ll have an opportunity to see Europe’s largest and most magnificent sculpted Baroque staircase. This evening, an optional cruise along the Douro, followed by a dinner of local specialties, is a fitting way to end your journey through Portugal. Watch the city light up as you enjoy a nightcap and the fresh river breeze.

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Say a fond farewell to our Tripeiros hosts as you prepare for your return journey home. You’ve explored Portugal’s illustrious past, savoured Mediterranean flavors that will linger long after you leave and made lasting new friendships. All that’s left is to take your airport transfer and wish your travel companions a boa viagem and até a proxima

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Grand Canyon Experience this amazing UNESCO World Heritage Site Flagstaff Iconic Breakfast at Charly’s Pub and Grill which welcomed many famous people and presidents to the Wild West Monument Valley Explore the treasures of this area sacred to the Navajo people

Jackson Walk among the giant elk antler arches

Grand Teton National Park Explore this popular destination for hiking, camping and fishing

Yellowstone National Park Visit the first National Park in the country

Crazy Horse Memorial Witness the towering memorial for all Native American tribes

Mount Rushmore Gaze at the faces of four U.S. presidents

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Grand Kingdom Ecostar Helicopter Flight^ Take a helicopter or fixed-wing aircraft flightseeing tour over the Grand Canyon

Snake River Scenic Float Trip^ Cruise along the beautiful Snake River in a dry, comfortable ride. The views of the Teton and Snake River mountains along the way are magnificent Badlands National Park Sightseeing A hidden gem in the national park system, the unique beauty of the Badlands landscape in South Dakota is like no other

Day 1 Arrive Las Vegas

Surrounded by dry desert, Sin City is a place unlike any other. The enter tainment capital of the world, Vegas is famed for its glittering casinos and endless dining options, making it the perfect launch point for exploring the Western USA. After settling into your hotel and meeting up with your Travel Director this afternoon, the bright lights and eclectic atmosphere of Vegas will undoubtedly lure you in.  Golden Nugget Hotel & Casino

Day 2

Las Vegas – Grand Canyon National Park – Flagstaff

This morning, get your kicks on Route 66 and catch a glimpse of the Grand Canyon. Choose a once-in-a-lifetime ‘Optional Experience’^ flying in a helicopter or aircraft over the North and South rims, before f inishing this evening in the Arizonan escape town of Flagstaff.

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Day 3 Flagstaff – Monument Valley – Page

Start your day with breakfast at the iconic Weatherford Hotel before heading off to Monument Valley. Learn about the geology and history of the area from your private Navajo guide. Afterwards, you’ll spend the evening in Page, gateway to Lake Powell.

 Super 8 by Wyndham  Breakfast

Day 4 Page – Zion National Park – Bryce Canyon

Your first stop today will be Zion National Park, where the soaring red and white cliffs and vast canyons stand in stark contrast to the soft wildflower meadows and hanging gardens, a result of the park’s lower elevation.

 Bryce View Lodge  Breakfast, Lunch

Day 5 Bryce Canyon National Park – Salt Lake City

This morning, visit Bryce Canyon National Park, where you’ll stand in front of the multicolored ‘hoodoos’ and Bryce Amphitheater. Afterwards, we’ll make our way to Utah’s capital of Salt Lake City. On arrival, an orientation tour will give you a glimpse of this friendly city and the historical Temple Square.

 Tru by Hilton Salt Lake City Midvale  Breakfast

Day 6 Salt Lake City – Alpine (2 Nights)

Traveling through Wyoming this morning, enjoy the dramatic scenery before arriving at the town of Alpine. Here, three rivers (Greys, Salt, and Snake River) converge against the backdrop of the majestic Tetons. The evening is all yours to enjoy as you please.

 The Flying Saddle Resort  Breakfast Day 7 Grand Teton National Park & Jackson Free Time

Today, enjoy an optional visit to Jackson Hole and Grand Teton National Park. Stroll around Town Square and admire the famous elk antlers that serve as the gateway to the park. Perhaps indulge in a scenic float trip on the Snake River this afternoon.  Breakfast Day 8 Alpine – Yellowstone National Park – West Yellowstone

This morning, head towards Yellowstone National Park. Take your time exploring as you visit key sites such as Old Faithful.

 Yellowstone West Gate Hotel  Breakfast

Day 9 West Yellowstone – Yellowstone National Park – Cody

This morning will take you to Mammoth Hot Springs. Stopping by the multicolored Grand Canyon of Yellowstone, you’ll then head on to the lively frontier town of Cody.

 Buffalo Bill Cabin Village  Breakfast

Day 10 Cody – Little Bighorn Battlefield – Sheridan

Enjoying the view you’ll arrive at the Little Bighorn Battlefield National Monument, the place of the 1876 battle between the US Army’s 7th Calvary and the Lakota and Cheyenne warriors. Our final stop is Sheridan, nestled within the mighty Big Horn mountains.

 Best Western Sheridan Center Day 11 Sheridan – Crazy Horse – Keystone (2 Nights)

The Black Hills region is first up today. Relax on the drive to Crazy Horse monument. Standing 564 feet tall, the monument recognizes the great Sioux leader astride his horse.

 Ramada by Wyndham Keystone  Breakfast Day 12 Mount Rushmore & Keystone Free Time

Our first stop is Mount Rushmore, the largest statue-monument in the world depicting four of America’s most revered presidents. You’ll also have the chance to take part in our Badlands National Park Sightseeing ‘Optional Experience.’ Day 13 Keystone – Depart Rapid City or Denver

As your trip ends today, you’ll no doubt be reflecting on the phenomenal sights and experiences you’ve witnessed over the past 12 days. Choose to depart independently at Rapid City Airport, or alternatively take advantage of our complimentary transfer to Denver International Airport, where you’ll arrive at approximately 4.30pm.

Note: For activities marked with a caret (^) in the day­by­day itinerary, participation is at your own risk and a signed liability waiver will be required.

TRIP PLANNER

2023 DEPARTURES

MAY 9, 23

JUN 6, 20

JUL 18

AUG 8

SEP 5, 12, 26

OCT 3

2024 DEPARTURES

APR 23

MAY 7, 21

JUN 4, 18

JUL 2, 16

AUG 6

SEP 3, 10, 17, 24

OCT 1

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Code: SCNP. Prices based on two people sharing a twin room.

Solo Room Supplement: Call for pricing.

Gratuities: Ask your Travel Specialist if you’d like to pre-pay the gratuities for your Travel Director & Driver.

Jackson Hole

Fa L L COLORS OF NEW ENGL a N D

10 Days starting from $2,235/person

ESSENTIAL HIGHLIGHTS

Boston Learn Boston’s rich history while touring the city and a part of the Red-Brick Freedom Trail, highlighting the city’s historical and cultural landmarks

Hyannis Iconic Breakfast at Persy’s Place for a taste of classic American dishes in a homey setting

Provincetown Visit the pristine sandy beaches of the Cape Cod National Seashore

Montpelier See the capitol building, the Vermont Sate House; visit the Morse Farm Maple Sugarworks and enjoy their 100% pure maple syrup

Portsmouth Visit the 18th-century buildings and historical center and enjoy a true New England experience

In Plymouth, visit the Plimoth Patuxet Museum where a 17th-century colony comes to life

OPTIONAL CHOICES

Newport Mansions Visit the grandest of Newport’s summer cottages and a symbol of the Vanderbilt family’s social and financial preeminence in turn-of-the-century America

Day 1 Arrive Boston

Welcome to the affectionately named ‘Beantown,’ America’s oldest city. A key player in America’s battle for independence and the abolition movement, Boston’s historical significance can only be matched with its enthusiasm for sport. After settling into your hotel, you could head on down to the Seaport District to discover just how seriously Boston takes its reputation as a seafood capital. To name a few specialties — ‘sacred cod,’ fresh lobster and creamy chowder, each cooked fresh, steaming and delicious.  Doubletree by Hilton Boston Bayside

Day 2 Boston – Plymouth – Hyannis (2 Nights)

This morning’s city tour will follow a part of the Freedom Trail, visiting historic sites including Old State House and Quincy Market. You’ll then travel to ‘America’s Home Town’ of Plymouth, where you’ll MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® and visit the fascinating Plimoth Patuxet Museum, a meticulously recreated version of the original 17th-century Plymouth Colony. Next up, the pretty fishing villages and wealthy towns of Cape Cod, where you’ll arrive in Hyannis.

 Riviera Beach Resort

Day 3 Cape Cod & Provincetown Excursion

Start your day with an Iconic Breakfast at Persy’s Place. Winding your way along the scenic Old King’s Highway, you’ll arrive at Cape Cod National Seashore. At the very tip of the Cape sits artsy Provincetown, which boasts a plethora of galleries, craft shops and charming cafes. Nature enthusiasts, join our ‘Optional Experience’ for the chance to take a 4WD tour of the Peaked Hill Bars Historic District Sand Dunes.

 Breakfast Day 4 Hyannis – Providence

Crossing the Cape Cod Canal, travel “off Cape” as we head to Rhode Island. Visit Newport, where you can spend time on the historic waterfront or in the Antiques District. Perhaps visit Newport Casino, the birthplace of tennis in the US. Highlight your visit with our ‘Optional Experience’ of The Breakers, a summer “cottage” of the Vanderbilt’s. Continue this afternoon to Providence, home of Brown University.

 Graduate Providence  Breakfast Day 5 Providence – Killington (2 Nights)

TRIP PLANNER

2023 DEPARTURES

SEP 23, 25, 27, 29

OCT 2, 4, 6, 8, 11, 13, 15, 17

2024 DEPARTURES

SEP 21, 23, 25, 27, 30

OCT 2, 4, 6, 9, 11, 13, 15

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Code: SFAL. Prices based on two people sharing a twin room.

Solo Room Supplement: Call for pricing.

Gratuities: Ask your Travel Specialist if you’d like to pre-pay the gratuities for your Travel Director & Driver.

Day 6 Vermont’s Green Mountains

 Killington Mountain Lodge

Start with a drive along the Historic Mohawk Trail on the way to Bridge of Flowers. The Bridge of Flowers is a nonprofit managed pedestrian bridge that keeps many flowers, plants, trees, shrubs, and vines growing beautifully throughout the season. Next on your journey, you will visit Saxton’s Distillery. Be surprised as you learn of the secret local Vermont ingredient used in the distilling process.

This morning we visit the famous resort town of Stowe before you travel past the appropriately named Green Mountains to Vermont’s capital city of Montpelier. See the state’s impressive state capitol building, the Vermont Sate House, before visiting Morse Farm Maple Sugarworks for a tasting of the unique “sugar on snow.” You’ll end today’s journey back in Killington.  Breakfast

Day 7 Killington – North Conway (2 Nights)

This morning, cross from the Green Mountains to the White Mountains as we leave Vermont for New Hampshire. Travel along the dramatic Franconia Notch mountain pass before entering the scenic byway known locally as “The Kanc,” a historic National Scenic Byway. Emerging from the Kancamagus Highway, North Conway will be your home for the next two evenings.

Day 8 North Conway Sightseeing & Free Time

 Fox Ridge Resort  Breakfast

Blazing red, orange and yellow fall foliage will stretch out in every direction as you head into the White Mountains. You’ll pass by Mount Washington as you journey through Crawford Notch State Park, stopping at Silver Cascade Falls which cascades 4000 feet down the side of Mount Jackson. Back in North Conway, take a stroll around the restored buildings and treasure trove antique shops of the historic downtown.  Breakfast

Day

9 North Conway – Boston

Cross the state border into Maine today, taking in the vast forests, pretty seaside villages and cliff-lined shores of this affluent adventure playground. Stopping in chic, preppy Kennebunkport, enjoy a glimpse of a coastal town as you explore the upscale boutiques and flashy art galleries. Next, stop in Portsmouth and take in the beautiful 18th-century buildings and historical center. End your day back in Boston.

 Doubletree by Hilton Boston Bayside  Breakfast

Day

10 Depart Boston

Today, your trip will come to an end at Boston Logan International Airport at your leisure. If Boston still has more you’d like to discover, you’ve also got the option of extending your stay a few more days.  Breakfast

Cape Cod

Why a river cruise

IS THE BEST W ay TO CRUISE

Sailing by river means enjoying all the conveniences of a traditional cruise, along with all the benefits of inland travel. Stopping in multiple destinations on every trip, you’ll visit bustling cities and hidden gem villages, only unpacking once. Even while onboard, you’ll be immersed in the local sights, with ever changing views right outside your window. River cruising is absolutely the best way to cruise, and the best and most luxurious river cruise is with Uniworld.

For more than four decades, Uniworld has specialized in intimate and in-depth journeys for travelers looking to travel in sophisticated style, offering all-inclusive cruises in spectacular destinations throughout Europe, Russia, Egypt, and Asia. Their European fleet features boutique, one-of-a-kind ships with an average capacity of 130 guests, the highest staff-to-guest ratio in the industry, enticing shore excursions, worldclass gourmet cuisine, impeccable service, and numerous other benefits.

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CASTLES ALONG THE RHINE

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RHINE, MOSELLE & BLISSFUL BADEN-BADEN

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HIGHLIGHTS OF EASTERN EUROPE

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INCLUDES Budapest, Osijek, Belgrade, Golubac, Vidin, Rousse, Bucharest, Vukovar

AUTHENTIC DANUBE

8 DAYS FROM $3,399

INCLUDES Vienna, Weissenkirchen, Vilshofen, Straubing, Regensburg, Nuremberg, Passau

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INCLUDES Budapest, Vienna, Dürnstein, Linz, Passau, Bratislava

Uniworld River Cruises

DELIGHTFUL DANUBE & PRAGUE

10 DAYS FROM $4,499

INCLUDES Budapest, Vienna, Engelhartszell, Regensburg, Nuremberg, Prague, Passau

BURGUNDY & PROVENCE

8 DAYS FROM $3,399

INCLUDES Avignon, Tarascon, Viviers, Tournon-sur-Rhône, Lyon, Mâcon

PARIS & NORMANDY

8 DAYS FROM $3,899

INCLUDES Paris, Vernon, Rouen, Caudebec-en-Caux, Versailles

BRILLIANT BORDEAUX

8 DAYS FROM $3,199

INCLUDES Bordeaux, Blaye, Pauillac, Cadillac, Libourne

GRAND FRANCE

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PORTUGAL, SPAIN & THE DOURO RIVER VALLEY

11 DAYS FROM $4,999

INCLUDES Porto, Régua, Pocinho, Salamanca, Barca d’Alva, Lisbon

VENICE & THE JEWELS OF VENETO

8 DAYS FROM $3,199

INCLUDES Venice, Chioggia, Polesella, Burano

SPLENDORS OF EGYPT & THE NILE

12 DAYS FROM $6,199

INCLUDES Cairo, Luxor, Dendera, Kom Ombo, Aswan, Esna

PERUVIAN RIVERS & RAINFOREST DISCOVERY

11 DAYS FROM $13,999

INCLUDES Lima, Iquitos, Amazon Rivers, Nauta

INDIA’S GOLDEN TRIANGLE & THE SACRED GANGES

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INCLUDES New Delhi, Agra, Jaipur, Kolkata, Kalna, Matiari, Murshidabad

CLASSIC CHRISTMAS MARKETS

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INCLUDES Nuremberg, Bamberg, Würzburg, Wertheim, Frankfurt, Kitzingen

EUROPEAN HOLIDAY MARKETS

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INCLUDES Nuremberg, Regensburg, Deggendorf, Linz, Vienna, Dürnstein, Passau

Trip registration, passports & visas

MyGET: Manage your reservation

MyGET is an easy-to-use, interactive travel portal that connects you to your vacation before and during your trip. Check your balance or make a payment, complete your required pre-trip registration, access your travel documents approximately 7-14 days prior to travel and have a ready reference of your day by day trip inclusions and optional experiences.

Register for Your Trip: Get Ready to Go

To ensure you have a total stress-free vacation and that we can contact you in the unlikely event of an emergency, we require all guests to register before they travel. You can easily complete this online in a few short minutes by simply providing the following details.

1 Your contact details, including an email address and mobile number that you will be traveling with.

2 The name of someone at home whom we can contact in case of an emergency.

3 Your passport and insurance details.

Please Note: Every guest will need to complete their registration at MyGET to access their travel documents.

Passports and Visas

Each guest is responsible for ensuring their passport is valid for at least 6 months beyond the conclusion of their trip and that all necessary visas and permits have been acquired. Multiple-entry visas may be required if you are entering a country more than once on your vacation. Each guest must comply with entry, health and other requirements of the countries visited during your trip. Contact your Travel Specialist, airline or relevant government authorities to obtain the necessary travel information.

The Operators and/or their employees and their agents are not responsible for passport, visa, entry, health and other requirements of the countries visited, or for any loss sustained by you for failing to comply with laws, regulations, orders and/or requirements of countries visited.

Terminology, packing, extension & transfer information

Optional Experiences

Optional Experiences are offered on all guided vacations and are designed to complement your chosen itinerary and showcase the destination. These can be purchased at your discretion from your Travel Director while you are traveling.

Extend your Stay

Make your vacation last longer and add up to 3 additional hotel nights at the start or end of your vacation. Ask your Travel Specialist about our great rates and availability.

Airport Transfers

Free Airport Shuttle Transfers with purchase of air/land package

All our guests in Europe and the Eastern Mediterranean that purchase a land/air package benefit from complimentary transfers by shuttle coach on the arrival and departure day of your trip at designated times. Visit GETours.com/airport-transfers for full details.

London Airport Transfers

For arrival into London, we offer complimentary transfers from London Heathrow airport to your London tour hotel when you purchase your air/land package with us.

If purchasing a land only vacation, you can purchase a London transfer for $57 single trip per person to/from Heathrow Airport. Your Travel Specialist will happily answer your questions regarding our purchase options.

Private Airport Transfers

If your flight times do not coincide with the shuttle coach transfer timings, or if you’re arriving or departing after your tour start or end date, we can organize a private transfer on your behalf. Transfers must be booked and confirmed 21 days before departure.

Packing for your Trip

Guests may bring one full-sized suitcase and one carryon bag per person. Due to limited luggage space, we ask that your full sized bag does not exceed dimensions of 30” x 18” x 10” and 50lbs. Space for carry-on bags on motorcoaches is much smaller than on aircraft, and bags with wheels, rigid frames, and telescoping handles cannot be accepted as carry-on luggage. Medium sized backpacks, tote bags, small duffels and messenger bags are all good options for your carry on.

For packing tips and other useful information, check out our Expert Advice section at GETours.com

Understanding our Terminology

EXPLORING:

These are specific terms used within our brochure itinerary pages.

PACING:

Look for the Pace icon ( ) on itinerary pages inside.

Please Note: Extensive walking, often on uneven cobblestone streets, and stair climbing are required on all our vacations.*

VISIT In-depth sightseeing with a ‘Local Specialist’ or Travel Director, which includes fast-track entry (where applicable).

VIEW A brief stop to enjoy the sights and take some photos. SEE Observe sights while passing by on your coach, cruise or train.

LEISURELY 3 or more nights in each destination. Plenty of free time. Requires walking to participate in top sites.

COMFORTABLE Mainly 2- and 3-night stays in each destination. Comfortable travel days. Requires walking to participate in top sites.

ACTIVE Faster paced with mix of 1- and 2-night stays in each destination. Requires walking to participate in top sites.

*If in doubt, consult your physician.

Summary Booking Conditions

Very Important: The information below is a summary of the booking conditions as of the date of the produc tion of this brochure and are for guidance only. The ‘Full Booking Conditions’ can be found on our website GETours.com/terms-conditions and form the legal agreement between us and you as our guest. If there is any conflict between the information below and the Full Booking Conditions shall prevail. Booking Conditions are regularly updated and may have changed since this brochure was printed.

Payment & Cancellation Fees Summary Information Table

Level 1: Cancellation fees are the minimum cancellation fee charged and is used unless the trip is described as Level 2 or 3. Level 2: These trips are generally trips which include cruise/ferry, train or intra-trip flight elements. 30-Day Refund Guarantee If a cancellation is made within 30 days after making your reservation (and before the Final Payment Due Dates as detailed in the table above) your deposit will be FULLY REFUNDED.

*See Air Reservations section for specific air deposit and change fee information for air reservations.

Your Guided Vacation Booking

For the purposes of this document, references to “you” or “your” includes all guests in the party. Grand European Tours (2003) Inc. DBA Grand European Travel (GET) is the ‘Sales Company’. The ‘Operator’ for the trips are Trafalgar Tours Ltd. Insight Vacations Ltd., AAT Kings Tours (Pty) Ltd and Destination America Inc. Collectively these companies are referred to as “Provider”. Your agreement is with GET and a contract is formed when you make a reservation with us that we accept. Enrollment in and payment for a guided trip shall constitute acceptance by the guest of the terms and conditions in this document. These cannot be varied except in writing by an officer of the Company.

Security Security is a major concern to all of us and the situation globally is constantly changing. Events around the world, coupled with the “Travel Advisories” put out by various governments, may at times necessitate changes to the accommodations and itinerary or even trip cancellation. You must accept these risks involved in travel to any country that may experience security difficulties and accept responsibility for your own travel decisions.

Travel Insurance Travel insurance is highly recommended for all guests covering all applicable dates of travel with the Provider. This insurance should cover; trip interruption, personal injury, medical expenses, evacuation, and repatriation cover including during pandemic events. The choice of insurer is yours. The availabilit y of travel insurance and extent of cover is constantly changing, please refer to GETours.com/travel-insurance for most up to date information or talk with your Travel Specialist. The Provider cannot be held responsible for your failure to obtain insurance which is appropriate, and we recommend you purchase your insurance at or

soon after booking your trip. The Provider will not be held liable for any costs incurred by the guest resulting from their failure to obtain adequate travel insurance.

COVID-19 An inherent risk of exposure to COVID-19 exists in any public place where people are present. COVID-19 is an extremely contagious disease that can lead to severe illness and death. The situation changes rapidly and COVID-19 requirements vary by country and region. For current requirements visit GETours.com/ travel-requirements-restrictions. Please familiarize yourself with the advice from the CDC for overseas travel. Airlines, hotels, excursions and other transport providers may have separate requirements. It is your responsibility to ensure that you comply at all times with these requirements. To travel with GET and any of our brands, you voluntarily assume all risks related to exposure to COVID-19. Full details of our protocols can be found on our website. Force Majeure Force Majeure Event means any event or circumstance beyond the control of the Provider, which has the effect of preventing, restricting, or changing the nature of the products and ser vices sold to you, including but not limited to: (a) an act of god (such as earthquake, flood, fire, explosion, landslide, lightning, action of the elements, force of nature, washout, typhoon, hurricane, cyclone, tsunami, storm or storm warning or natural disaster); (b) industrial disputes, work ban or other labour dispute or difficulty; (c) acts of terrorism, political unrest, war or threat of war, riots or civil strife; (d) failure or delays to scheduled transportation and the closure of airports or ports; (e) pandemic, epidemic or health risk including COVID-19; (f) governmental and administrative actions (including closure of borders and travel warnings and restrictions).

Reservations and Payment Your tour will be conf irmed after receipt of a deposit as detailed in the Summary Booking and Cancellation Terms table. Final payment for your trip reser vation will be due prior to depar ture no later than as detailed in the table.

Booking Changes

Name Changes The Provider does not charge for name changes or name corrections, however where third party costs are incurred these will be passed on to the guest.

Other Booking Changes The Provider does not charge for minor booking changes however where third party costs are incurred these will be passed on to the guest. A change of trip date or itinerary after final payment is due (see table) of departure date will be treated as a cancellation.

Cancellations & Refunds

Cancellation by Traveler Travel arrangements for any member of the party may be canceled at any time by written notice by the person who made the booking. If notice of cancellation is received by the Provider before final payment is due (see table), the deposit will be retained along with the Travel Protection payment. If cancellation is made after final payment is due cancellation fees will apply (see table). Please also refer to Air Cancellation Section where applicable. All cancellations fees as per the table are additional to any cancellation fees or other charges that may be levied by third party’s. Travel Protection Plan premiums are non-refundable.

Cancellation by The Provider The Provider reserves the right, to modify or cancel any trip (definite or not), accommodation, indestination activity or arrangement at any time.

Cancellation Due to Failure to Pay If full payment is not received by the due date (see table), the Provider has the right to cancel your reservation and no refund will be made. The Provider will not be responsible for lost reservations.

Cancellation Due to Force Majeure Events If the Provider cancels a trip as a result of a Force Majeure Event, a future travel credit (FTC) to the value of funds paid to date less any third-party costs incurred will be provided. All FTCs will be valid for 24 months from date of issue. Where a trip is terminated mid-trip due to a Force Majeure event, if we provide you with any alternative services or assistance (such as hotels or travel) then you agree to pay for these costs.

Cancellation Due to Events Other Than Force Majeure Events If the cancellation by the Provider is not as a result of a Force Majeure Event, the Provider will provide an alternative comparable trip (if available) if an alternative is not available then a refund will be made. The Provider is not liable for any cancellation or change cost or penalties incurred on other travel arrangements, including air travel, that may be affected thereby. The Provider is not responsible for other travel arrangements that you or your party have made outside the Provider and which are affected by our cancellations.

Flight Reservations, Deposits & Cancellations

Reservations/Ticketing Air-inclusive bookings and some intratrip flights require an additional non-refundable deposit or full payment may be required for your airfare at the time of booking. On receipt of full air payment your airfare, taxes and fuel surcharges are final. The Provider does not hold an allocation of air seats and all flight reser vations are made on request and are subject to the terms and conditions of the airline. Changes to flight itineraries and name changes and/or corrections may either not be allowed or may result in penalties charged by the airline. These are the guest’s responsibility along with the fees charged as described above.

Air Changes or Cancellation After deposit has been received any changes, including cancellations incur a service fee, plus any airline penalties. Airline imposed penalties may be up to 100% of the air ticket price. Published Fares, Priced Match Fares, Promo Fares and some other airfares booked are non-refundable. Not showing up for your outbound flight as booked and ticketed will be considered a no-show, and all the connecting flights associated with this one, even a return flight will be canceled and no refund will apply.

Financial Protection: United States Tour Operator Association $1 Million Travelers Assistance Program Grand European Tours (2003) Inc. shares the coverage available under the USTOA $1 Million Travelers Assistance Program with af f iliates of The Travel Corporation who, as an Active Member of the USTOA is required to post $1 Million with USTOA to be used to reimburse, according to the terms and conditions of the USTOA Travelers Assistance Program, the advance payments received by Grand European Tours (2003) Inc. customers in the unlikely event of The Travel Corporation bankruptcy, insolvency or cessation of business.

Further, you should understand that the $1 Million posted by The Travel Corporation may be sufficient to provide only a partial recovery of the advance payments received by Grand European Tours (2003) Inc.

Complete details of the USTOA Travelers Assistance Program and a list of affiliates may be obtained by writing to USTOA at 275 Madison Avenue, Suite 2014, New York, New York 10016, or by email to information@ustoa.com or by visiting their website at ustoa.com.

Price Changes Unfortunately it is inevitable that some of the prices or details contained within this brochure or on our website may have changed since the brochure was printed, and we reserve the right to alter the prices of any of our vacations before you book.

Sales Company

Grand European Travel, 7632 SW Durham Road, Suite 350, Tigard, OR 97224 USA

Tour Operators

These trips are arranged by Trafalgar Tours Ltd., Insight Vacations Ltd. and Uniworld River Cruises Inc.

Grand European Tours (2003) Inc. Limited Role Grand European Tours (2003), serves only as sales representative, and is not responsible for any activity beyond its limited role in arranging reser vations and ticketing. Grand European Tours (2003) Inc. shall not be responsible or liable for any act, omission or default, whether negligent or other wise, of any other entity whether or not affiliated with the Operator.

For further information visit our website at: GETours.com

This brochure supersedes any other prior brochure on the market. See back cover for brochure version and print date.

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