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Scenic Iceland & the Northern Lights 8 DAYS from $3,025 per person
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INCLUDED HIGHLIGHTS SIGNATURE EXPERIENCES In Reykjavík witness nature’s most spectacular show on earth, the Northern Lights. Enjoy a truly indulgent, once-in-a-lifetime experience at the most visited attraction in Iceland, the Blue Lagoon CITY EXPLORATIONS City tour of Reykjavík YOU’LL VISIT A geothermal heat and electric power station at Hellisheiðarvirkjun, a family-run farm and sample their sweet tasting homegrown tomatoes in Friðheimar, a Geothermal bakery and sample delicious rye bread, dug hot from the ground in Fontana, the Parliamentary Plains at Thingvellir and the fascinating Icelandic Settlement Center in Borganes YOU’LL VIEW The spectacular waterfalls of Seljalandsfoss, Skogafoss and Gullfoss, and the Hekla and Eyjafjallajökull volcanoes
The spectacular Northern Lights
YOUR JOURNEY DAY 1 USA – REYKJAVÍK Board your overnight flight to Reykjavík (not included). DAY 2 ARRIVE REYKJAVÍK – NORTHERN LIGHTS Welcome to Iceland. At Reykjavík’s Keflavik Airport, transfers depart for the tour hotel at 8am, 12.30pm and 4.30pm. Later, join your Travel Director for a Welcome Reception and an opportunity to get to know each other over a pleasant evening of dinner and wine. Afterwards, search for the most spectacular show on earth, the Northern Lights (Aurora Borealis). See the breathtaking night sky exploding into an array of different colors. (WD) ICELANDAIRHOTEL NATURA
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DAY 3 REYKJAVÍK – VÍK Take a journey through the stunning landscape of Iceland’s south coast to visit its newest geothermal heat and electric power station at Hellisheiðar virkjun. Continue on to witness the majesty of Seljalandsfoss and Skogafoss. Stand awestruck by their beauty and powerful force. After seeing the magnifi cent Hekla and Eyjafjallajökull volcanoes arrive in the welcoming community of Vík. Later, perhaps enjoy another chance to go in search of the mystical Northern Lights. (BB,D) ICELANDAIRHOTEL VÍK
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DAY 4 VÍK – THE GOLDEN CIRCLE – FLÚĐIR Embark on a day of discovery around Iceland’s Golden Circle, taking in some of the famous landmarks this magical country has to offer. Experience the exploding hot-springs at Geysir and the mighty Gullfoss Water falls, the Icelandic equivalent of Niagara Falls. Next stop is Fridheimar, to find out about the processes in Icelandic greenhouse horticulture. Visit a family-run vegetable farm that specializes in tomatoes. Tour their greenhouses and sample the sweet, unique flavor of their lovingly grown crop. Continue to your hotel in Flúđir, where after dinner, there is again a chance to look to the night sky to watch nature’s theater unfold. (BB,D) ICELANDAIRHOTEL FLÚĐIR
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DAY 5 FLÚĐIR – THINGVELLIR PARK – BORGARNES – HÚSAFELL Travel southwards, stopping in Fontana to visit a fascinating geothermal bakery. Sample the delicious rye bread, dug hot from the ground and served with butter. Continue on to Thingvellir, where the first meeting of the Icelandic parliament was held in 930AD. This remarkable natural site lies on the Mid-Atlantic Ridge line where the American and European tectonic plates meet. Continue on the trail of Viking warrior and poet Egill Skallagrimsson to Borgarnes. En-route stop at the pretty village of Reykholt, home of poet and medieval scholar Snorri Sturluson. On arrival in Borgarnes, understand Iceland’s history with a visit to the fascina ting Icelandic Settlement Center. Journey on through glorious landscapes taking in views of the Hraunfossar and Barnafoss waterfalls, and Deildartunguhver, Europe’s most powerful hot spring. (BB,D) HOTEL HÚSAFELL DAY 6 HÚSAFELL – REYKJAVÍK SIGHTSEEING (2 NIGHTS) Journey back to Reykjavík, where sightseeing shows you the old town center, the 19th century
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parliament building, Hofdi House (location of the 1986 Reykjavík Summit meeting of presidents Ronald Reagan of the United States and Mikhail Gorbachev of the U.S.S.R.), the colorful harbor and the modern, landmark church, the Hallgrimskirkja. The afternoon is at leisure. (BB) ICELANDAIRHOTEL NATURA
DAY 7 THE BLUE LAGOON Relax and enjoy your final day with a visit to Reykjavík’s Blue Lagoon. Surrounded by lava fields and snow-capped mountains, the Lagoon is a wonder of nature and offers a unique experience for both body and soul. Choose to bathe in the pleasantly warm mineral-rich geothermal waters or perhaps enjoy a water massage or spa treatment. Facilities also include an indoor geothermal pool, a winter garden and restaurants. With your new found friends, toast the culmination of your fascinating journey of discovery with a celebratory cocktail. The rest of the day is free. (BB) DAY 8 REYKJAVÍK – USA Your Icelandic adventure comes to an end today. Transfers arrive at Reykjavík’s Keflavik Airport at 5am and 12.30pm (flight not included). (BB)
Code: W864. Price is per person and is based on two people sharing a twin-bedded room. Additional Charges: Airline baggage charges collected at check-in are not included. One Way Airport Transfer Outside of Scheduled Times: Reykjavík $135 per person.
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Alpine Christmas Markets 10 DAYS from $1,995 per person
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INCLUDED HIGHLIGHTS SIGNATURE EXPERIENCES Meet your coachman and enjoy a delightful journey through Tyrol’s picturesque countryside on your horse-drawn “Fiaker” in Innsbruck. Enjoy a medieval banquet of Austrian specialties with wine in a 700-year-old building in the charming town of Hall in Tirol CITY EXPLORATIONS City tour in Salzburg. Orientation in Munich, Lindau, Freiburg and Zurich CHRISTMAS MARKETS Visit the Christmas Markets in Munich, Salzburg, Innsbruck, Freiburg, Strasbourg and Zurich (subject to local conditions) YOU’LL VISIT A stall in Munich’s Christmas Market and enjoy a taste the delicious Lubkuchen and Glühwein and Europe’s biggest indoor Christmas Market with its magnificent Swarovski crystaldecorated Christmas tree in Zurich YOU’LL VIEW Mozart’s family home in Salzburg
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DAY 1 USA – MUNICH Board your overnight flight to Europe (not included). DAY 2 ARRIVE IN MUNICH
DAY 3 FREE DAY IN MUNICH Munich embraces the holiday season with a particular zeal, so the day is all yours to enjoy the vibrant festive markets that abound in this city. On crisp winter days, organ music and carols ring out from the ancient churches. If snow has fallen, the vast English Garden provides lovely winter vistas. Another option is to experience the romantic royal palaces of the Bavarian Alps. (BB) DAY 4 MUNICH – SALZBURG – INNSBRUCK (2 NIGHTS) Drive beside the tranquil waters of Lake Chiemsee on your way to Salzburg in Austria, where the spires and domes of the old town are often draped in snow in December. A walk with a local expert will show you Mozart’s
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Welcome to Munich. Transfers leave Munich Airport for your hotel at 10am and 1pm. Later, an orientation tour will show you all the city’s major sights, culmina ting in the Marienplatz, with its soaring Town Hall and Glocken spiel. Here the Christkindlmarkt will be in full swing — an entrancing festival of light and music. Your Tour Director will introduce you to one of the market stallholders for a taste of traditional Bavarian Lebkuchen
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the 500-year-old Christmas Market in front of the cathedral. Head through the mountains to your Innsbruck hotel. In the evening, drive to the charming town of Hall in Tirol — boasting one of Austria’s best-preserved historic centers. Soak up the unique atmosphere in a 700year-old building and delight your palate with a medieval banquet and wine. (BB,SE) HILTON DAY 5 INNSBRUCK AT LEISURE & CARRIAGE RIDE Spend the morning at leisure. Immerse yourself in the festive atmosphere of the Old Town and Christmas Markets, set in front of the Golden Roof, graced by beautifully preserved medieval façades. In the afternoon, enjoy delightful scenery and crisp, fresh air on a horse-drawn carriage ride. (BB)
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DAY 6 INNSBRUCK – LINDAU BLACK FOREST (3 NIGHTS) Take Austria’s longest road tunnel back into Germany & pause in the tiny island-town of Lindau. Walk through the maze of ancient streets down to the harbor. Across the lake, often shrouded in mist, look for the rising silhou ette of snow-capped peaks. After time to explore, continue along the shores of the Bodensee to your hotel in the Black Forest for three fabulous nights. (BB,DW) MARITIM TITISEE HOTEL
DAY 7 FREIBURG SIGHTSEEING Visit Freiburg in the morning — a lively university city with a char ming Christmas atmosphere. Walk from the medieval Münster through the heart of the historic old quarter, past colorful stalls offering a range of festive goodies from the Black Forest. (BB) DAY 8 STRASBOURG & ALSACE EXPERIENCE Cross the Rhine to the region of Alsace, wedged between the Black Forest and the Vosges Mountains. This area has changed nationality four times since 1870! Arrive in Strasbourg, the ‘city at the crossroads’, where the Christmas Market is the
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oldest and one of the largest in France. Spend time in a cozy neighborhood of timbered fairytale buildings, with Christmas shops and a gingerbread bakery, warm with fragrant promise. Return to Germany and your Black Forest hotel in time for dinner. (BB,DW) DAY 9 BLACK FOREST – ZURICH Cross the Swiss border and head for Zürich, where sightseeing includes the imposing Gross münster, elegant Fraumünster, and winding alleys of the old town alongside the River Limmat. A highlight is Europe’s biggest indoor Christmas extravaganza held in the main railway station, with over 160 wooden chalets and a three-story Christmas tree, draped with Swarovski crystals. In the evening, toast to the culmination of your Yuletide tour with a festive Celebration Dinner and wine. (BB,CD) MÖVENPICK HOTEL ZÜRICH-AIRPORT
DAY 10 ZÜRICH – USA Enjoy a relaxed breakfast before checking out. Complimentary transfers to the airport, by hotel shuttle, depart every 15 minutes (flight not included). (BB)
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INCLUDED HIGHLIGHTS CULTURAL INSIGHT Enjoy priority access and 360° birds-eye views of Berlin from the famous TV Tower before it opens to the general public CHRISTMAS MARKETS Visit the Christmas Markets of Rothenburg, Nuremberg, Wartburg Castle in Eisenach, Erfurt, Weimar, Dresden, Leipzig and Berlin (subject to local conditions) CITY EXPLORATIONS City tour in Berlin. Orientation tour of Frankfurt, Rothenburg, Nuremberg, Weimar, Dresden and Leipzig YOU’LL VIEW The Opera House and Zwinger Palace in Dresden, the Branden burg Gate and Reichstag Building in Berlin
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Welcome Reception with drinks and a light meal. (WR) SHERATON
DAY 1 USA – FRANKFURT Board your overnight flight to Frankfurt (not included). DAY 2 ARRIVE FRANKFURT Welcome to Germany and the start of your magical trip to experience the festive markets. On arrival to Frankfurt Airport transfers will operate at 9.30am, 12noon and 2.30pm. Guests arriving later should make their own way to the hotel. Each year in November and December the atmosphere builds through Germany with the start of Christmas celebrations. Towns and villages are decorated, Christmas markets open and the wonderful aroma of ‘Stollen’ and ‘Glühwein’ is to be experienced around every corner. After checkin this afternoon, your Travel Director will take you on an orientation tour of the city’s dynamic financial center and medieval Römerplatz. Later, meet with your fellow travelers for a
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DAY 4 NUREMBERG – EISENACH (WARTBURG CASTLE) – ERFURT – WEIMAR A very special Christmas market is held in the courtyard of the
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impressive UNESCO World Heritage Wartburg Castle in Eisenach. Enjoy typical German food, beverages, crafts, music and entertainment. Later travel to see the largest Christmas market in the province of Thuringia. This medieval market takes place on Cathedral Square in Erfurt with the impressive background of St. Mary’s Cathedral and St. Severus Church. These form the perfect backdrop for more than 200 stalls and a big Ferris wheel. See the 259 foot long Merchants’ Bridge (Krämerbrücke) which has 32 houses along its length — the longest inhabited bridge in Europe. This evening in Weimar enjoy the taste and smells throughout the historic market square of this UNESCO World Heritage town. Dine tonight at your hotel. (BB,D) LEONARDO DAY 5 WEIMAR – DRESDEN (2 NIGHTS)
After a leisurely morning in Weimar, travel to Dresden — known as ‘Florence on the Elbe’.
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DAY 6 FULL DAY AT DRESDEN CHRISTMAS MARKET A blaze of lights, the aroma of mulled wine and Christmas songs. This is the magic of Dresden’s Striezelmarkt, which is Germany’s oldest Christmas market. On the second weekend in advent the locals pay homage to the Christmas pastry which originated in their city, the original Dresdner Christstollen. Taste typical Saxon delicacies and buy traditional handicrafts in the market found in the heart of this Baroque city. Immerse yourself in the festive atmosphere. (BB) DAY 7 DRESDEN – LEIPZIG – BERLIN (2 NIGHTS) Just as it was 500 years ago, the Leipzig Christmas market blends into the historic backdrop of Leipzig city center. With more than 250 originally decorated stalls, it lives up to its reputation as one of the biggest and most interesting Christmas markets in Germany. After time to explore
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DAY 8 BERLIN SIGHTSEEING This morning enjoy a cultural insight experience with fantastic 360° views of the city from the Berlin TV Tower. Marvel at the landmarks of the old East and West sections of Berlin during your sightseeing tour with a local specialist. See the Brandenburg Gate, Unter den Linden Boulevard, the Reichstag building, Tiergarten and the shopping and entertain ment district of Kurfürstendamm. Spend the rest of your day explor ing on your own and shopping for souvenirs or perhaps join the Berlin’s Secret Past Optional Experience. This evening join your companions and Travel Director for a delicious festive Farewell Dinner with wine. (BB,FD)
DAY 9 BERLIN – USA Say ‘Auf Wiedersehen’ to your traveling companions as you return home full of the joys of Christmas. Morning transfers will arrive at Berlin Tegel Airport at 8am and 10am (flight not included). (BB)
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INCLUDED HIGHLIGHTS CULTURAL INSIGHT Visit a traditional glassblowing workshop in Venice CITY EXPLORATIONS City tour in London, Rome, Florence and Paris. Orientation of Amsterdam, Heidelberg, Munich, Innsbruck, Venice and Lucerne The Grand Canal, Venice
YOUR JOURNEY DAY 1 USA – LONDON Overnight flight to London (not included). DAY 2 ARRIVE LONDON (2 NIGHTS)
Relax after your journey or spend time exploring this exciting city. THISTLE EUSTON
*Local Host is with you during your stay in London. Your Travel Director will join you on day 4.
DAY 3 LONDON SIGHTSEEING & FREE TIME See a host of sights including Big Ben, the Houses of Parliament and Buckingham Palace during your morning guided sightseeing tour with a local expert. Finishing in central London, you have the rest of the day to discover the city’s delights. (FB)
DAY 4 LONDON – EUROSTAR – BRUSSELS – AMSTERDAM This morning, meet your Travel Director before traveling to London’s St. Pancras International to board the Eurostar for a highspeed train journey to Brussels. Continue by luxury motorcoach to Amsterdam. Enjoy an orienta tion of the historic city center before joining your fellow travel ers and Travel Director for a Wel come Reception dinner cruise. (FB,WR) MERCURE AMSTERDAM CITY
DAY 5 AMSTERDAM – RHINE CRUISE – HEIDELBERG – RHINELAND Travel along the Ruhr and Rhine valleys. Enjoy picturesque scenery all the way to Boppard, where an included river cruise takes you past vine-clad hills and crumbling medieval castles to St. Goar. Later enjoy views of the
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red sandstone castle towering above Heidelberg. (BB,D) SINSHEIM DAY 6 RHINELAND – MUNICH – INNSBRUCK Crossing the Swabian Alps arrive in Munich, the capital of Bavaria, for an orientation drive including the Olympic Stadium and City Hall. View the Glockenspiel on Marienplatz. A short drive through splendid scenery and across the Austrian border brings you to Innsbruck. Admire the architecture including the Hofburg and the Golden Roof. You might consider experiencing traditional Tyrolean entertain ment this evening. (BB) HILTON/ GRAUER BÄR
DAY 7 INNSBRUCK – VENICE Drive along the Brenner Pass into Italy and across the Dolomite Mountains. Arrive in the
YOU’LL VISIT St. Peter’s Basilica in Rome and the Eiffel Tower in Paris YOU’LL CRUISE Along the canals of Amsterdam and the romantic River Rhine YOU’LL VIEW 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 YOU’LL SEE The Houses of Parliament and Buckingham Palace in London, the Lorelei Rock along the mighty Rhine, and the Vineyards of Burgundy
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Perhaps see the Changing of the Guard in London
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DAY 8 VENICE – ROME (2 NIGHTS) South across the Veneto plain, you pass by Bologna and over the dramatic Apennine Mountains, continuing into the Lazio region to Rome, the Eternal City. (BB) COURTYARD BY MARRIOTT CENTRAL PARK/A. ROMA LIFESTYLE
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the most significant Christian church in the world — to view Michelangelo’s Renaissance masterpiece, the Pietà. In ancient Rome, view the Forum and see the Colosseum with your local expert. Spend the rest of the day exploring or perhaps take an optional experience to see the Sistine Chapel inside the Vatican Museum. (BB) DAY 10 ROME – FLORENCE From Rome travel north into Tuscany, through rolling country side and along the valley of the River Arno to Florence, the birthplace of the Renaissance. Discover the city’s rich artistic and medieval history with your local expert. Visit the Piazza della Signoria with its impressive sculptures and stunning palazzi. Marvel at the Baptistery and
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the multimarble Duomo, with its dome designed by Brunelleschi. Dine tonight at a local restaurant. (BB,DW) GRAND HOTEL MEDITERRANEO
DAY 11 FLORENCE – GOTTHARD DRIVE – LUCERNE (2 NIGHTS)
Drive via picturesque Italian Lakes and across the Alps into Switzerland. Spend the next two nights in the beautiful lakeside town of Lucerne. (BB,D) GRAND EUROPE
DAY 12 LUCERNE ORIENTATION & FREE TIME View the Lion Monument during your morning orientation. Walk along the 14th-century covered Chapel Bridge, crossing the River Reuss. Don’t miss the oppor tunity to take an exciting optional mountain excursion with breath taking views. (BB) DAY 13 LUCERNE – PARIS (2 NIGHTS)
Pass Basel and cross the border into France this morning. In every direction, vineyards and pictur esque villages provide a memor able backdrop for your journey. Consider an optional experience this evening to a famous Parisian Cabaret. (BB) EVERGREEN LAUREL
DAY 14 PARIS SIGHTSEEING & FREE TIME See all the famous sights during your morning sightseeing tour with a local expert. View the Champs Élysées, Place de la Concorde and the Arc de Triomphe. Ascend to the second level of the Eiffel Tower for a breathtaking view of the city. Spend the rest of the day explor ing the sights that interest you. This evening, celebrate with your Travel Director and traveling companions at a Farewell Dinner in a local bistro. (BB,FD) DAY 15 PARIS – USA Say ‘au revoir’ to Paris and your traveling companions as your memorable European vacation comes to an end. Transfers arrive at Paris Charles De Gaulle Airport at 8am (flight not included). (BB) Complimentary London Return: Guests are welcome to return to London by Trafalgar motor coach at no extra cost. Additional accom modations will be required as arrival in London will be late afternoon/early evening. Please speak to your Travel Specialist about this at time of booking.
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INCLUDED HIGHLIGHTS CULTURAL INSIGHT Witness the exquisite craft of glassblowing, a delicate tradition that generations of Venetian craftsmen have perfected over the centuries CITY EXPLORATIONS City tour in London, Paris, Florence and Rome. Orientation of Lucerne and Venice YOU’LL VISIT The Eiffel Tower in Paris and St. Peter’s Basilica in Rome YOU’LL VIEW The White Cliffs of Dover, the Champs Élysées and Arc de Triomphe in Paris, Lion Monument and the Chapel Bridge in Lucerne, and St. Mark’s Basilica in Venice YOU’LL SEE The Houses of Parliament, Big Ben and Buckingham Palace in London, the Somme Battlefields and the Vineyards of Burgundy and the ancient sites of Rome
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DAY 1 USA – LONDON Board your overnight flight to London (not included). DAY 2 ARRIVE LONDON
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DAY 3 LONDON SIGHTSEEING & FREE TIME See a host of sights including Big Ben, the Houses of Parliament and Buckingham Palace during your morning guided sightseeing tour with a local specialist. Finish in central London and spend the rest of the day discovering the city’s delights. (FB)
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Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. Your sightseeing tour with a local specialist includes a trip up the Eiffel Tower to the second level for breathtaking views of the city. Spend the afternoon visiting the sights of your choice. (BB) DAY 6 PARIS – LUCERNE See the sprawling vineyards of Auxerrois and Burgundy as you journey south, passing the medieval castle of Châteauneuf. Cross the border into Switzerland where the scenery is a kaleido scope of color. View the famous wooden Chapel Bridge and Lion Monument in Lucerne, built to commemorate the Swiss Guards who died defending Louis XVI. (BB,D) GRAND EUROPE
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cross the border at Chiasso into Italy. Catch a glimpse of the Italian Lake Region, a popular retreat for aristocrats since Roman times. Pass Verona and arrive later in Venice, Queen of the Adriatic. (BB) NOVOTEL VENEZIA MESTRE CASTELLANA
DAY 8 VENICE ORIENTATION – FLORENCE Your private motor launch takes you to St. Mark’s Square to view the Bridge of Sighs and the Doge’s Palace. Witness a cultural insight during a glassblowing demonstration, then spend your free time discovering Venice’s hidden gems. Afterwards, cross the Apennine Mountains to Florence, birthplace of the Renaissance and your home for the night. (BB) GRAND HOTEL MEDITERRANEO
DAY 9 FLORENCE SIGHTSEEING – ROME (2 NIGHTS) Your local specialist reveals a wealth of fascinating insights during your guided walk around Florence, a city with a rich Renaissance history. View the marble Duomo engineered by Brunelleschi and the magnificent doors of the Baptistery. Admire the Ponte Vecchio which spans the River Arno and marvel at the impressive palazzi when you visit
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DAY 10 ROME SIGHTSEEING & FREE TIME Your local specialist takes you on a tour of St. Peter’s Basilica in the Vatican City, one of the largest and most significant churches in the Christian world. Here you will view Michelangelo’s Renaissance masterpiece, the Pietà. Perhaps consider an optional experience to the Sistine Chapel. View the ancient sites of Rome including the Colosseum, site of ancient gladiatorial contests and public events. Spend time this afternoon visiting the sights of your choice. This evening, join your traveling companions and Travel Director for a Farewell Dinner in a local restaurant. (BB,FD) DAY 11 ROME – USA Say ‘arrivederci’ to Rome and your traveling companions, and return home with memories you will cherish for years to come. Airport transfers will arrive at Rome Fiumicino Airport at 7am and 9.30am (flight not included). (BB)
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$2,675
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INCLUDED HIGHLIGHTS CITY EXPLORATIONS City tour in London and Paris. Orientation of Windsor, Oxford, Stratford-upon-Avon and Bath YOU’LL VISIT One of the famous Oxford Colleges, the Roman Baths in Bath, Stonehenge, Shakespeare’s birthplace in Stratford-upon-Avon, the Eiffel Tower and the Palace of Versailles in Paris YOU’LL VIEW Anne Hathaway’s cottage in Stratford-Upon-Avon and the Champs Élysées and Arc de Triomphe in Paris YOU’LL SEE Big Ben, Houses of Parliament and Buckingham Palace in London and the White Cliffs of Dover
In Paris join an optional excursion to one of the famous cabarets
YOUR JOURNEY DAY 1 USA – LONDON Overnight flight to London (not included). DAY 2 ARRIVE LONDON (5 NIGHTS)
After checking in at your hotel, why not start to explore this magical city. Whether you stroll through one of the Royal Parks, shop in the vibrant West End or visit one of the world famous historical attractions, London has plenty to keep you entertained. Later, meet with your Travel Director and fellow travelers for a Welcome Reception. (WR) CUMBERLAND
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DAY 3 LONDON SIGHTSEEING & WINDSOR EXCURSION See Big Ben, the Houses of Parliament, Westminster Abbey and Buckingham Palace on your half day introductory sightseeing tour with a local expert. This afternoon visit the town of Windsor with its vast Royal Castle. Explore the town, visit inside the castle or walk along side the Thames — the choice is yours. (FB) DAY 4 OXFORD & STRATFORDUPON-AVON EXCURSION Today enjoy a full day excursion from London to two iconic destinations — Oxford and Stratford-upon-Avon. Oxford is famed for its University — the oldest in England and the oldest
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in the English speaking world. Enjoy free time to explore after an orientation provided by your Travel Director. You will also visit one of the colleges (subject to opening). Later travel to Stratford and visit Shakespeare’s Birthplace and Visitor Center. Stop to see Anne Hathaway’s gorgeous thatched cottage before returning to London. This evening, consider joining your Travel Director for dinner at a lively restaurant or perhaps take in a West End show. (FB)
DAY 5 LONDON AT LEISURE A completely free day for you to explore the city — the options are endless and your Travel Director will be available to suggest a number of activities or help with
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organizing any optional exper ience. Visit the dinosaurs at the Natural History Museum, have lunch in Covent Garden or explore Camden Markets. Shop in Bond Street and Knightsbridge, enjoy a top stage production or take a further trip outside of the city — the choice is yours! (FB) DAY 6 BATH & STONEHENGE EXCURSION This morning leave London and travel to Bath. Visit the Roman Baths from which the city derives its name and enjoy an orientation of this World Heritage Site with its beautiful Georgian architec ture. After free time for lunch, travel through scenic countryside and stop at Stonehenge to visit the historic stone monoliths. Later return to London. (FB) DAY 7 LONDON – PARIS (3 NIGHTS)
This morning, travel through the Kent countryside before boarding your ferry in Dover. See the impressive White Cliffs of Dover on your channel ferry crossing to France. Pass the battlefields of Northern France before arriving in magical Paris. This evening enjoy a regional meal in the City of Light. (FB,RM) NOVOTEL CENTER TOUR EIFFEL
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DAY 8 PARIS SIGHTSEEING & VERSAILLES EXCURSION Your local specialist takes you on a sightseeing tour of Paris this morning. View the Champs Élysées, Arc de Triomphe and Place de la Concorde. Ascend to the second level of the Eiffel Tower and see the city in all its glory. This afternoon enjoy an included visit to the Palace of Versailles. Tonight you might like to round off your day by attend ing a performance at a spectacu lar Parisian cabaret. (BB) DAY 9 PARIS AT LEISURE Today you are free to do as you please. There is time to sample delicious French breads or cakes in a pâtisserie, to shop in the chic French boutiques or to enjoy a visit to one of the many museums this city has to offer — the choice is yours. This evening, join your companions and Travel Director for a Farewell Dinner in the city.
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DAY 10 PARIS – USA After breakfast, bid your newfound friends ‘au revoir’ as your memorable trip comes to an end. Transfers will arrive at Paris Charles De Gaulle Airport at 8am and 10.30am (flight not included). (BB)
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INCLUDED HIGHLIGHTS CULTURAL INSIGHTS At the Vatican Museums ascend the smooth and step-less spiral staircase designed by famous architect Donato Bramante, in a part of the Vatican not open to the public. Witness the exquisite craft of glassblowing on Giudecca Island, a delicate tradition that generations of Venetian craftsmen have perfected over the centuries See the magnificent Trevi Fountain in Rome
YOUR JOURNEY DAY 1 USA – ROME Board your overnight flight to Rome (not included). DAY 2 ARRIVE ROME (2 NIGHTS) Welcome to Rome, the Eternal City. On arrival to Rome Fiumicino Airport transfers will operate at 9.30am, 12.30pm and 3.30pm. Spend the rest of your day relaxing or take a leisurely stroll around the city. Join your companions and your Travel Director later for a Welcome Reception. Enjoy an orientation drive to see St. Peter’s Basilica and other sights — a great introduction to this beautiful city. (WR) UNA/IL CANTICO
DAY 3 ROME SIGHTSEEING & FREE TIME Your included sightseeing tour with a local specialist begins at the Vatican Museums. Experience a cultural insight in the Vatican
when you ascend the smooth and step-less spiral staircase designed by famous architect Donato Bramante. Admire Michelangelo’s magnificent frescoed ceiling in the Sistine Chapel and then visit St. Peter’s Basilica to see his famous Pietà. Your tour continues in ancient Rome. View the Forum and see the Circus Maximus, where chariot races were held. Visit the impressive Colosseum. There’s time afterwards to explore the city on your own, or simply relax and watch the world go by. (BB) DAY 4 ROME – CASSINO – POMPEII – SORRENTO (2 NIGHTS) Visit the Commonwealth War Cemetery and view the Benedictine Abbey. Your local specialist tells you all about the devastation caused by the eruption of Vesuvius in AD 79 during your walking tour of Pompeii. Arrive later at your hotel
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in Sorrento where you dine tonight. (BB,DW) LA RESIDENZA/ JOHANNA PARK
DAY 5 ISLE OF CAPRI EXCURSION Witness the intricate art of inlaid woodwork, a cultural insight for which Sorrento is famous. Later, embark on an included excursion by ferry to the Isle of Capri. Visit Capri Town and other sights during your tour with a local specialist. Spend time exploring this lovely island on your own. (BB)
DAY 6 SORRENTO – ASSISI Assisi is a mystical town perched on the slopes of Mount Subasio overlooking the peaceful Umbrian landscape. Under the protection of St. Francis this city is still enclosed by medieval ramparts. Your local specialist takes you on a walking tour, which includes a visit to the Basilica of St. Francis, famous for its frescoes depicting
BE MY GUEST Join Signor Telli for an exclusive dinner and ‘bei tempi’ at his family run restaurant on the secluded Isola Madre island on Lake Maggiore CITY EXPLORATIONS City tour in Rome, Pompeii, Capri, Assisi and Florence. Orientation of Venice and Milan YOU’LL VISIT St. Peter’s Basilica, the Sistine Chapel, Vatican Museum and the Colosseum in Rome, the Commonwealth War Cemetery in Cassino, the excavations at Pompeii, St. Francis Basilica in Assisi, picturesque Lake Como and the medieval city of San Gimignano YOU’LL CRUISE Cruise to the beautiful Isle of Capri and by private launch to St. Mark’s Square in Venice YOU’LL VIEW The Byzantine St. Mark’s Basilica in Venice, the Gothic Cathedral and La Scala Opera House in Milan, the Leaning Tower of Pisa and the Duomo in Florence 33
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Enjoy amazing views of the Tuscan countryside from Assisi
BEST OF ITALY the life of this much-loved saint. Spend time afterwards exploring on your own and shopping for souvenirs. Dine at your hotel this evening. (BB,DW) CENACOLO DAY 7 ASSISI – VENICE (2 NIGHTS)
Today, enjoy the glorious countryside and historic architecture of the Emilia Romagna region. The area is also renowned for its cuisine such as Tortellini, Mortadella and Parmesan cheese. Arrive later in Venice, Queen of the Adriatic. (BB,DW) GRANDE ALBERGO AUSONIA & HUNGARIA
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DAY 8 VENICE ORIENTATION& FREE TIME Savor the unique sights and sounds of Venice as you cruise by private launch to visit some of the attractions of this unique city.
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Enjoy a cultural insight into the Venetian tradition of glass making before seeing the sights including the Bridge of Sighs, St. Mark’s Square, St. Mark’s Basilica and the ornate Doge’s Palace. You might like to cruise across the lagoon to the Island of Burano and enjoy a delicious meal. (BB) DAY 9 VENICE – MILAN – LAKE MAGGIORE (2 NIGHTS) Cross the plains of Lombardy to Milan, the global capital of design and fashion. View the Duomo, La Scala Opera house and the famous Galleria during your orientation. Dine tonight at your hotel. (BB,DW) SIMPLON DAY 10 LAKE COMO EXCURSION Travel to the beautiful Lake Como with free time to explore or
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simply soak up the scenery. This evening, take a private boat to an island on Lake Maggiore for a special Be My Guest dinner experience. (BB,BG) DAY 11 LAKE MAGGIORE – PISA – FLORENCE (2 NIGHTS) Cross the Plains of Lombardy,the forested Apennine Mountains, and pass by Genoa to Pisa. View the extraordinary Leaning Tower before arriving in Florence, birth place of the Renaissance. Tonight, you might like to sample some local Tuscan cuisine. (BB) ADLER CAVALIERI/GRAND MEDITERRANEO
DAY 12 FLORENCE SIGHTSEEING & FREE TIME Your local specialist brings the city’s rich history to life during your walking tour. View the Duomo and Ponte Vecchio and visit Piazza della Signoria. Enjoy spectacular panoramic
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views of Florence from Piazzale Michelangelo. Spend free time exploring or shop for high quality leather and gold. (BB) DAY 13 FLORENCE – SAN GIMIGNANO – ROME This morning stop at the Tuscan hill town of San Gimignano which is famed for its medieval architecture and towers. The historic center of the town is a UNESCO World Heritage site. Then return to the capital city. This evening in Rome, join your Travel Director and new friends for a Farewell Dinner. (BB,FD)
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Code: ITBO/WTBO. Prices based on two people sharing a twin room. §Solo Traveler Discount: These departures include a 40-100% discount on our standard single supplement subject to availability. Vatican: Dec 29 departure will visit the Vatican on an alternate day. *These departures operate a winter itinerary and some inclusions may vary. Visit GETours.com for details. †Festive Celebrations: Christmas and New Year Celebrations have been arranged for these departures. ◆Venice: These departures will be staying in Venice during the 2018 Venice Carnival. ▲Italian Lakes: These departures will be staying in Baveno on Lake Maggiore at the Splendid Hotel instead of Lake Como.
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DAY 14 ROME – USA Say ‘arrivederci Roma’ at the end of your memorable vacation in Italy. Airport transfers will arrive at Rome Fiumicino Airport at 7am and 9.30am (flight not included). (BB)
PRICE INCLUDES • Professional Travel Director • Airport Transfers with the purchase of combined air and • First Class Hotels including all hotel tips, charges and local taxes land package • Sightseeing with Local Experts • 19 Meals 12 Hot Buffet in Rome, Pompeii, Capri, Assisi and Breakfasts. 7 Dinners Florence • Luxury Motorcoach • Complimentary WiFi (see page 142) Transportation Included Meals: WR Welcome Reception BB Buffet Breakfast DW Dinner with Wine BG Be My Guest Dining FD Farewell Dinner
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INCLUDED HIGHLIGHTS SIGNATURE EXPERIENCES Be among the select few to gain VIP access into the Vatican Museums, see Michelangelo’s ceiling in the Sistine Chapel CITY EXPLORATIONS City tour in Rome, Pompeii, Capri, Cinque Terre and Florence. Orientation in Verona and Venice YOU’LL VISIT St. Peter’s Basilica, the Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel in Rome, Caesar Augustus Gardens in Capri, the ruins at Pompeii, the Cinque Terre and a traditional Venetian arts center YOU’LL CRUISE By gondola along the the majestic waterways of Venice YOU’LL VIEW The Faraglioni rocks in Capri, Giotto’s bell tower and Gates of Paradise in Florence, Juliet’s Balcony and Colosseum in Verona, and St. Mark’s Square, Doges Palace and the Bridge of Sighs in Venice
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YOUR JOURNEY DAY 1 USA – ROME Board your overnight flight to Rome (not included). DAY 2 ARRIVE ROME (2 NIGHTS) You will be met on arrival at Rome’s Fiumicino Leonardo da Vinci Airport. At 9.30am, 12.30pm and 3.30pm your transfer departs for your hotel. Later, join your Travel Director for a Welcome Reception and the opportunity to mingle and get to know each other over a pleasant evening of dinner and wine. (WD) ROMANICO PALACE, ROME
DAY 3 ROME SIGHTSEEING & FREE TIME In the morning, you will be joined by a local expert to lead you through the priceless art collec tion of the Vatican Museums culminating beneath Michel angelo’s famous ceiling in the Sistine Chapel. Your VIP visit includes fast-track entry and a behind-the-scenes look at the Bramante Staircase, a part of the Vatican closed to the general public. More of Michelangelo’s genius is on display next door in St. Peter’s Basilica. Rome is then yours to discover at your own pace. There’s free time to do as the Romans do, or perhaps join a tour inside the Colosseum. Rome is about art, antiquity, piazzas and pizzazz, and our included walking tour this afternoon has it in abundance. Toss a coin into the spectacular Trevi Fountain, see the Pantheon, the best preserved
monument from the Roman period, and enjoy free time for dinner in Piazza Navona. (BB) DAY 4 ROME – POMPEII – CAPRI (2 NIGHTS) Journey to the ill-fated town of Pompeii, frozen in time when it was engulfed by an eruption of Vesuvius in 79AD. Walk with a local expert through the cobbled streets to learn about Roman life in the first century before enjoying a refreshing lemon granita. Then continue to the Bay of Naples and board your hydrofoil to the Isle of Capri. In brilliant sunshine, enjoy a scenic drive by open-top taxi past orange and lemon groves to your hotel, then appreciate the glorious vistas over the rugged coastline and sparkling sea. (BB) LA RESIDENZA
DAY 5 CAPRI SIGHTSEEING & FREE TIME Wake up refreshed on this delightful island. Visit Capri town, with its whitewashed houses, winding alleyways and small cafes. A local expert escorts you to the luxuriant Caesar Augustus Gardens for views of the Faraglioni rocks. The afternoon is yours to devote to Capri’s fashionable boutiques, craft shops and artisans studios. As the glow of twilight descends and the day-trippers have gone home, the island is yours to saunter along scenic paths, gather with the locals in the piazzetta or relax with a glass of wine at an alfresco restaurant. (BB)
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Descend to the port by open-top taxi and take the hydrofoil across the bay to Naples. Follow the ‘Motorway of the Sun’, north, past Rome, through the Province of Umbria. Continue through idyllic Tuscan landscapes to Florence, center of art and culture, and heart of the Italian Renaissance. (BB,DW) HOTEL LONDRA
DAY 7 FLORENCE SIGHTSEEING & FREE TIME Join a local expert to see Giotto’s bell tower and the ‘Gates of Paradise’ which adorn the baptistery. Visit the Piazza della Signoria — an open-air museum and still the political heart of Florence. Stroll on to Piazza Santa Croce, famous for its basilica and leather goods. The joys of Florence are varied so the after noon will be free for your own personal exploration. (BB) DAY 8 FLORENCE – CINQUE TERRE – PORTOFINO – SANTA MARGHERITA The famous Italian Riviera and the Cinque Terre — a highlight of your journey as a UNESCO World Heritage site and one of Italy’s most beautiful landscapes. With a local expert, appreciate the views as you approach one of the pictur esque fishing villages by boat. Spend some time exploring the old medieval quarter or the popu lar sandy beach before continuing along to the elegant seaside vill age of Portofino, epitome of La Dolce Vita. Admire the colorful
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houses, browse the boutiques or stay a while in the cafe bars on the piazzetta and watch the yachts moored in the harbor. Weather permitting, return along the rugged Ligurian coast by boat to the resort of Santa Margherita. (BB,DW) BEST WESTERN REGINA SANTA MARGHERITA
DAY 9 SANTA MARGHERITA – LAKE MAGGIORE In the morning, head north to the beautiful Italian Lake District, a favorite retreat of the rich and famous where alpine scenery combines with luxuriant sub tropical vegetation. Relax and enjoy an afternoon at leisure at this popular resort and beautiful lake or perhaps take a cruise out to the lovely Borromean Islands? For your dining pleasure, you are invited to choose from a selection of local restaurants. (BB,DA) GRAND HOTEL DINO/SIMPLON HOTEL
DAY 10 LAKE MAGGIORE – VERONA – VENICE Follow the southern fringes of the European Alps to the vineyards, close to the shores of Lake Iseo. Winemaking traditions run deep here and you will get to taste the delicious vintages produced with a master vintner at a familyowned estate. Continue to Verona, the setting for one of history’s most romantic love
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stories. Walk with your Travel Director to Juliet’s balcony in the inner courtyard of the Capulet home and see the well-preserved Roman Arena, still used for openair opera performances. Head on to the unique city of Venice — a complete step back in time to the 16th century. In the evening, celebrate your tour finale with good food, good wine and good company in a magical setting. (BB,CD) BOSCOLO VENEZIA/BAUER PALLADIO
DAY 11 VENICE SIGHTSEEING & FREE TIME Cruise to a traditional arts center on the island of Giudecca to admire the art of glassblowing. Visit St. Mark’s Square where the city’s former wealth and power is evidenced by the riches of St. Mark’s Basilica. Also admire the Doge’s Palace and its adjoining Bridge of Sighs. Take your seat in a traditional gondola for a sere nade through the myriad of beau tiful canals. Relax and enjoy the atmosphere, music and songs as you drift along in romantic awe. (BB)
DAY 12 VENICE – USA Bid farewell to this enchanting city. Your departure transfer arrives at Venice Airport at 8am and 9.30am (flight not included). (BB)
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INCLUDED HIGHLIGHTS CULTURAL INSIGHTS Witness the exquisite crafts of inlaid wood in Sorrento and glassblowing on Giudecca Island, a delicate tradition that generations of Venetian crafts men have perfected over the centuries BE MY GUEST Join the Callistri family at their ‘borgo’ in the Hamlet of Limonaia for a delicious Italian meal, olive oil tasting and leisurely walk through their olive groves and lemon orchards CITY EXPLORATIONS City tour in Rome, Pompeii, Capri, Assisi and Florence. Orientation of Venice and Siena YOU’LL VISIT St. Peter’s Basilica, the Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel and Colosseum in Rome, the Common wealth War Cemetery in Cassino, the excavations at Pompeii, St. Francis Basilica in Assisi YOU’LL CRUISE Cruise to the beautiful Isle of Capri and by private launch to St. Mark’s Square in Venice YOU’LL VIEW Ancient sites of Rome, Benedictine Abbey in Monte Cassino, the Faraglioni Rocks on the Isle of Capri, the Byzantine St. Mark’s Basilica, Santa Croce Basilica, Leaning Tower of Pisa, the Duomo 38
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YOUR JOURNEY DAY 1 USA – ROME Board your overnight flight to Rome (not included). DAY 2 ARRIVE ROME (2 NIGHTS) Welcome to Rome, capital of Italy. On arrival at Rome Fiumicino Airport transfers will operate at 9.30am, 12.30pm and 3.30pm. Guests arriving later should make their own way to the hotel. Relax after check-in, or take a leisurely stroll through the city’s ancient streets. Meet your Travel Director and fellow travelers this evening for a Welcome Recep tion. Enjoy an evening orientation drive to see St. Peter’s Basilica — the perfect introduction to your vacation. (WR) GRAND TIBERIO DAY 3 ROME SIGHTSEEING & FREE TIME Your included sightseeing tour with a local specialist begins at the Vatican Museums. Admire Michelangelo’s magnificent frescoed ceiling in the Sistine Chapel. Later visit St. Peter’s Basilica to see the famous Pietà. Your tour continues in ancient Rome. Visit inside the impressive Colosseum and see the Circus
Maximus, where chariot races were once held. There’s time afterwards to explore the city on your own, or simply relax and watch the world go by. (BB) DAY 4 ROME – CASSINO – POMPEII – ISLE OF CAPRI (2 NIGHTS)
Visit the Commonwealth War Cemetery at Cassino in the valley below the Abbey. Visit the excavations at Pompeii — buried for centuries beneath volcanic ash after Mount Vesuvius erupted in 79 AD — with commentary from your local specialist. In Sorrento enjoy a cultural insight into fine local craftsmanship at an inlaid wood demonstration. Cruise across the Bay of Naples to the beautiful Isle of Capri, your home for the next two nights. Dine tonight at your hotel. (BB,DW) REGINA CRISTINA DAY 5 CAPRI ORIENTATION & FREE TIME Your walking orientation of Capri town includes views of the Marina Piccola with a local specialist. Admire the legendary Piazzetta, the center of local life. Spend free time shopping at elegant boutiques or perhaps explore the
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coast of this pretty island by private motor launch. (BB) DAY 6 ISLE OF CAPRI — NAPLES – PERUGIA – ASSISI Sail back across the Mediterranean to ‘Bella Napoli’. Drive through Naples and north via Latium to Perugia, the capital of the Umbria region. Here experience a cultural insight involving Italian weaving history at TreadRight Initiative project Laboratorio Giuditta Brozzetti. This is one of the few remaining traditional wooden frame handweaving workshops in Italy. Later arrive in Assisi and dine tonight at your hotel. (BB,DW) CENACOLO DAY 7 ASSISI SIGHTSEEING – VENICE (2 NIGHTS) This morning after breakfast your local specialist takes you on a walking tour which includes a visit to the Basilica of St. Francis, famous for its frescoes depicting the life of this much-loved saint. Travel through scenic countryside towards Venice, Queen of the Adriatic. Tonight you might want to join an optional experience to start discovering this unique place. (BB) GRANDE ALBERGO AUSONIA & HUNGARIA
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DAY 8 VENICE ORIENTATION & FREE TIME Savor the unique sights and sounds of Venice as you cruise by private launch to visit some of the attractions of this unique city. Enjoy a cultural insight into the Venetian tradition of glass making before seeing the sights including the Bridge of Sighs, St. Mark’s Square, St. Mark’s Basilica and the ornate Doge’s Palace. This afternoon explore on your own, shop for souvenirs or perhaps take a cruise across the lagoon for a delicious meal. (BB) DAY 8 VENICE – PISA – MONTECATINI (TUSCAN HILLS) (2 NIGHTS) This morning travel to Pisa to view the famous Leaning Tower. Later arrive in the spa-resort of Montecatini in Tuscany, your home for the next two nights. (BB) MINERVA PALACE
DAY 10 FLORENCE EXCURSION Your day excursion to the Renaissance city of Florence is incredible. Your local specialist shows you all the sights including views of the marble Duomo and magnificent Baptistery and visit Piazza della Signoria, with its statues and stunning palazzi. Free time afterwards is an
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opportunity to explore museums and art galleries. Shop for high quality leather goods and 18-carat gold jewelry in Florentine boutiques. Join your companions later for an authentic Tuscan Be My Guest dining experience at a farmhouse set amid beautiful olive groves in the countryside. (BB,BG)
DAY 11 MONTECATINI (TUSCAN HILLS) – SIENA – ROME Discover Siena, a picturesque medieval town in the heart of Tuscany, famous for the biannual Palio horse race. Admire the architecture on Piazza del Campo as you sip a cool drink at a side walk café. Shop for unique local pottery before returning to Rome. Join your companions this evening and celebrate the end of your vacation with a Farewell Dinner. (BB,FD) SHERATON PARCO DE MEDICI
DAY 12 ROME – USA After breakfast say farewell to Italy and your newfound friends as you prepare to return home after a memorable Italian journey of discovery. Airport transfers will arrive at Venice Marco Polo Airport at 7am and 9.30am (flight not included). (BB)
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INCLUDED HIGHLIGHTS CULTURAL INSIGHTS Visit the Vatican Museums and enjoy 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. Witness the exquisite craft of Venetian glassblowing on Giudecca Island BE MY GUEST Eight generations and plenty of stories to tell. Enjoy a traditional dinner with the Landi family at their home near Siena, set within a garden of oak trees against the backdrop of Tuscan vineyards and olive groves CITY EXPLORATONS City tour in Rome, Assisi, Florence, Bologna and Venice. Orientation of Pisa. ‘Secret Venice’ Small Group Sightseeing walking tour of ‘Secret Venice’ to the Rialto food market with a group size of no more than 25 guests YOU’LL VISIT St. Peter’s Basilica, the amazing Vatican Museums, the Sistine Chapel and the Colosseum in Rome, St. Francis’ Basilica in Assisi YOU’LL CRUISE Cruise by private launch to St. Mark’s Square in Venice YOU’LL VIEW Santa Croce Basilica and the Duomo in Florence, the Leaning Tower of Pisa and the Byzantine St. Mark’s Basilica in Venice 40
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YOUR JOURNEY DAY 1 USA – ROME Board your overnight flight to Rome (not included). DAY 2 ARRIVE ROME (3 NIGHTS) Welcome to Rome, the Eternal City. On arrival at Rome Fiumicino Airport transfers will operate at 9.30am, 12.30pm and 3.30pm. Guests arriving later should make their own way to the hotel. Relax after your journey or explore this fascinating city on your own. Later, meet your companions and Travel Director for a Welcome Reception. An orientation drive will take you to view St. Peter’s Basilica — a great start to your Italian vacation! (WR) GRAND PALATINO
DAY 3 ROME SIGHTSEEING & FREE TIME Your included sightseeing tour with a local specialist begins at the Vatican Museums. Experience a cultural insight in the Vatican when you ascend the smooth and
step-less spiral staircase designed by famous architect Donato Bramante. Admire Michelangelo’s magnificent frescoed ceiling in the Sistine Chapel and then visit St. Peter’s Basilica to see his famous Pietà. Later visit the impressive Colosseum, the largest amphitheater in the Roman Empire. See the Circus Maximus where Ben Hur-style chariot racing took place. Spend free time discovering more of the city or relax at a sidewalk café and watch the world go by. (BB) DAY 4 ROME AT LEISURE Spend today as you please. Alternatively, consider joining an optional experience to the renowned excavations at Pompeii, in the Bay of Naples. (BB)
DAY 5 ROME – ASSISI – FLORENCE (3 NIGHTS) Drive north to the mystical town of Assisi on the slopes of Mount Subasio. Your local specialist shows you all the sights. Visit
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St. Francis’ Basilica and see Giotto’s enchanting frescoes. Arrive later in Florence, birthplace of the Renaissance. (BB) AMBASCIATORI
DAY 6 FLORENCE SIGHTSEEING & FREE TIME Learn about Florence’s rich cultural history during your sightseeing tour with a local specialist. Visit Piazza della Signoria with its impressive sculptures and imposing palazzi. View the multi-colored marble Duomo and Baptistery, famous for its bronze doors with relief sculptures. Enjoy scenic views of the Ponte Vecchio, one of the city’s most famous landmarks. Afterwards, explore on your own or shop for souvenirs in Florence, renowned for high quality leather and 18-carat gold jewelry. (BB) DAY 7 PISA EXCURSION Cross the Arno Valley to Pisa, a former maritime city on the Ligurian Sea. In the Square of Miracles, home to some of the
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city’s most famous sights, see the incredible Leaning Tower and the beautifully sculpted marble Cathedral. See the Baptistery and the cemetery, built on soil brought from Calvary in the Holy Land. This evening, travel to a Tuscan wine and olive oil estate for a special Be My Guest dinner. (BB,BG)
DAY 8 FLORENCE – BOLOGNA – VENICE (3 NIGHTS) Travel through the Apennines to Bologna, home to one of the oldest universities in Europe and famous for sausages and salamis. Your sightseeing tour with a local specialist includes views of the Kissing Towers, which lean towards each other, seemingly poised to embrace. Later, cross the Veneto plains to Venice. This sublime island city, constructed in a lagoon, has an incredibly rich cultural and artistic heritage. This evening, you might like to take a gondola ride along enchanting canals — it’s the perfect intro duction to this magical city! Dine tonight at your hotel. (BB,DW) BOSCOLO BELLINI
DAY 9 VENICE – CANAL CRUISE & ORIENTATION Savor the unique sights of Venice as you cruise by private launch to St. Mark’s Square. See the Bridge
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into the Venetian tradition of glass making on Giudecca Island. This afternoon you have free time to visit the Fine Arts Academy, relax at a café on St. Mark’s Square or consider a boat trip to the Island of Burano for a delicious meal. (BB) DAY 10 RIALTO FOOD MARKET & FREE TIME Enjoy a boat trip along the canals to the Rialto Bridge to join your small group sightseeing walking tour with a local specialist who’ll reveal a centuries-old food market and narrow ‘calle’ or streets. See the beautiful architecture, including Marco Polo’s house. For the rest of the day you are free to visit the sights of your choice. Celebrate this evening with your fellow travelers at a Farewell Dinner in a local restaurant. (BB,FD) DAY 11 VENICE – USA Say ‘arrivederci’ to Italy and your newfound friends at the end of your memorable Italian trip! Airport transfers will arrive at Venice Marco Polo Airport at 8am and 9.30am (flight not included). (BB)
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INCLUDED HIGHLIGHTS CULTURAL INSIGHTS Amble through the beautiful gardens of Villa Taranto with its vertical gardens, water lilies and dahlia maze. Visit a working prosciutto factory and parmigiano reggiano cheese ‘caseificio’ near Parma BE MY GUEST Join Signor Telli for an exclusive dinner and ‘bei tempi’ at his family run restaurant on the secluded Isola Madre island on Lake Maggiore CITY EXPLORATIONS City tour in Milan, Genoa, the Cinque Terre and Parma. Orientation of Stresa on Lake Maggiore and Santa Margherita YOU’LL VISIT The botanical gardens at Villa Taranto YOU’LL VIEW The Gothic Cathedral and La Scala Opera House in Milan, the Renaissance Palaces in Genoa and the colorful coastal towns in the Cinque Terre
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YOUR JOURNEY DAY 1 USA – MILAN Board your overnight flight to Milan (not included). DAY 2 ARRIVE MILAN (2 NIGHTS) Welcome to Milan! On arrival at Milan Malpensa Airport transfers will operate at 9.30am, 1pm and 3.30pm. Guests arriving later should make their own way to the hotel. Relax after check-in and meet your fellow travelers and Travel Director for a Welcome Reception and evening orientation drive. (WR) VACATION INN GARIBADLI
DAY 3 MILAN SIGHTSEEING & FREE TIME Your local specialist takes you on a walking tour of the city. View
the sights of the city including the Gothic cathedral, the glass domed Galleria and La Scala Opera House. Enjoy free time this afternoon to visit a museum or perhaps consider an optional experience to Sforza Castle. (BB) DAY 4 MILAN – BAVENO (2 NIGHTS)
Drive north-west to the Italian Lake District. Found on the southern side of the Alps, Lake Maggiore is one of the most famous sights in Northern Italy and is known for its beautiful waters and picturesque views. Enjoy a cultural insight into the flora of the local area when you visit the beautiful botanical gardens of Villa Taranto. Depending on the time of the year you can see azalea, maple,
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rhododendron and camellia avenues, rare lilies and gardens containing over 300 varieties of dahlias in bloom. Later stop to view the sights of Stresa on the shores of the lake before checking in to your hotel for a two night stay. (BB,DW) SIMPLON DAY 5 BAVENO AT LEISURE A full day to relax and enjoy your Italian lakeside experience. Enjoy the beautiful surroundings of your hotel or consider taking an Optional Experience to one of the Borromean Islands — Isola Bella, which includes a visit inside the Borromeo Palace. This evening take a private boat to an island on Lake Maggiore for a special Be My Guest dining experience. (BB,BG)
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DAY 7 PORTO VENERE & CINQUE TERRE EXCURSION Enjoy an included full day excursion to see the Cinque Terre — a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This magnificent coastline can only be reached by boat or train from La Spezia. Visit two of the five picturesque fishing villages with your local specialist.
working prosciutto factory where you’ll sample the best the region has to offer. After a brief photo stop at Torrechiara learn the process of making real parmigiano reggiano cheese at a family-run “caseificio” near Parma, as you gain a cultural insight into local cuisine. This evening consider an optional experience featuring local specialties with wine in a historic setting. (BB) PARMA & CONGRESSI DAY 9 PARMA – MILAN This morning enjoy a guided tour of Parma with your local specialist. This gastronomic city in the Italian region of EmiliaRomagna is famous for its architecture, prosciutto and cheese. Enjoy a scenic drive back to Milan where tonight you enjoy a Farewell Dinner with your companions and Travel Director.
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DAY 10 MILAN – USA This morning say ‘arrivederci’ to Italy as your fascinating vacation comes to an end. Transfers arrive at Milan Malpensa Airport at 7.30am and 10.30am. (BB)
DAY 6 BAVENO – GENOA – SANTA MARGHERITA (2 NIGHTS) Stop in Genoa, birthplace of Columbus, for an included guided walking tour with a local specialist. View some of the majestic Renaissance and Baroque palaces of the noble families of Genoa and visit the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Via Garibaldi. Arrive in Santa Margherita, check in to your hotel and enjoy free time to explore. (BB) LIDO PALACE
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INCLUDED HIGHLIGHTS SIGNATURE EXPERIENCES Enjoy an exclusive after hours private Vatican Dinner CITY EXPLORATIONS City tour in Florence and Rome. Orientation of Venice YOU’LL VISIT Giudecca Island for demonstration of Venetian arts, the Academia Museum and Signoria Square in Florence, the Basilica of St. Francis in Assisi, St. Peter’s Basilica, Vatican Museums and the Sistine Chapel in Rome YOU’LL CRUISE Traverse the canals of Venice by gondola YOU’LL VIEW The Roman Arena and Juliet’s balcony in Verona, St. Mark’s Basilica and Doges’ Palace in Venice, the Leaning Tower in Pisa, the Baptistery and the Duomo in Florence
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market, it’s on to the glorious city of Venice. (BB) BEST WESTERN
DAY 1 USA – MILAN Overnight flight to Milan (not included). DAY 2 ARRIVE MILAN – COMO Welcome to Italy! After being greeted by your Travel Director at Milan’s Malpensa Airport, your transfer departs at 9.30am and 12.30pm. In the evening, you are invited to a warm Welcome Reception with the opportunity to mingle and get to know each other over a pleasant evening of dinner and wine. (WD)
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DAY 3 COMO – VERONA – VENICE (2 NIGHTS) Head east to elegant Verona for a leisurely walk past the wellpreserved Roman Arena still used for opera performances. Stand beneath the balcony in the court yard of Juliet’s house, supposed location of the famous balcony love scene. After some free time for browsing around the local
DAY 4 VENICE SIGHTSEEING & FREE TIME Transfer to Giudecca Island to witness the art of glassblowing. Then appreciate the splendor as you cruise by Palladio’s San Giorgio Maggiore to St. Mark’s Square. Your Travel Director will explain the glorious history of ‘La Serenissima’, once one of the greatest trading centers of the world — its wealth and power is echoed by the riches of St. Mark’s Basilica. See the Doge’s Palace and its adjoining Bridge of Sighs. Spend the afternoon as you wish. Later, on your romantic gondola serenade, glide along the atmos pheric canals while musicians set the mood with traditional songs. (BB)
DAY 5 VENICE – PISA – FLORENCE (2 NIGHTS) Follow the fertile valley of the river Po, into the peaceful
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landscapes of Tuscany. Continue to Pisa to see the world famous Leaning Tower in the ‘Meadow of Miracles’ and also the 11th century Cathedral and Baptistry. Then venture on to beautiful Florence — a treasure house of the Renaissance. On arrival, meet a local expert for a walking tour of the historic center. Visit the Accademia Museum to see Michelangelo’s masterpiece statue, David. Admire the marble clad cathedral and baptistery, where Ghiberti’s ‘Gates of Paradise’ have been recreated in all their glory. Next stop is Signoria Square filled with Renaissance sculptures. Chianti, Brunello di Montalcino, Monte pulciano — the wines of Tuscany are famous worldwide. During your stay, sample some of these robust reds and learn about their origins. (BB,DW) NH ANGLO AMERICAN
DAY 6 FREE DAY IN FLORENCE In the morning, learn all the secrets of traditional Florentine
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leather-work. The rest of the day is free for you to fully immerse yourself in the Tuscan capital. Perhaps shop for leather goods at the markets around Santa Croce or relax and soak up the atmos phere in one of the many street cafes. Be sure not to miss the magnificent museums and galleries that house some of the most famous works of art in the world. In the evening, there is an opportunity to sample the true flavors of the region with a sumptuous Tuscan dinner and local wine. (BB) DAY 7 FLORENCE – ASSISI – ROME (2 NIGHTS) Travel through the vineyards of the Chianti region this morning, past Lake Trasimeno — the Italian Peninsula’s largest lake and site of a great battle in ancient times against Hannibal and his war elephants. Climb into the foothills of the Apennine Mountains to delightful Assisi, a stone built town spilling over the steep hillside. With a local expert, visit the tomb of St. Francis and the beautiful frescoes by Giotto in the great basilica, before continuing along the valley of the river Tiber towards the ‘Eternal City’ of Rome. In the evening, why not throw your coin into the
Trevi Fountain to ensure your return to the city? (BB) KOLBE DAY 8 ROME SIGHTSEEING & PRIVATE VATICAN DINNER In the morning enjoy the very best of the city’s highlights including a tour of the magnificent St. Peter’s Basilica in the Vatican. There’s free time to do as the Romans do, or perhaps join a tour inside the Colosseum. Then, you are fasttracked through our special VIP entrance of the Vatican Museums with a local expert. Admire the Papal art collection and enter the Sistine Chapel and admire Michel angelo’s masterpiece on its ceiling. After the museums close their doors to the public, our tour culminates with a special invita tion from a curator of the Ethnological Museum to share their immense knowledge of the collection. Dine tonight in the Vatican in refined elegance among its priceless treasures at a private VIP Celebration Dinner. (BB,CD)
DAY 9 ROME – USA Bid farewell to the glories of Italy. Departure transfers arrive at Rome’s Fiumicino Leonardo da Vinci Airport at 7am and 9.30am (flight not included). (BB)
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INCLUDED HIGHLIGHTS LOCAL SPECIALIST Rome Florence YOU’LL VISIT Vatican City St. Peter’s Basilica Square of Miracles Piazza della Signoria Venetian glassblowing workshop YOU’LL VIEW Colosseum Leaning Tower of Pisa Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore Giotto’s Bell Tower Roman Arena St. Mark’s Square Bridge of Sighs Doge’s Palace
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YOUR VALUE ITINERARY DAY 1 USA – ROME Board your overnight flight to Rome (not included). DAY 2 ARRIVE ROME (2 NIGHTS) Welcome to Rome. On arrival at Rome Fiumicino Airport transfers will operate at 9.30am, 12.30pm and 3.30pm. Guests arriving later should make their own way to the hotel. After check-in, relax and unwind. Later meet with your Travel Director and fellow travel ers. This evening consider a stroll around this fascinating ancient
city and mingle with the locals in beautiful squares with stunning architecture. ERGIFE PALACE DAY 3 ROME SIGHTSEEING & FREE TIME Your local specialist takes you on a sightseeing tour with a visit to the Vatican City. Visit the awe-inspiring St. Peter’s Basilica and view Michelangelo’s statue, the Pietà. Don’t miss the opportunity to join an optional experience to visit inside the famous Sistine Chapel and Vatican Museums. View the mighty Colosseum and see the ancient sites of Rome.
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Afterwards enjoy free time to take in the sights or join an optional experience to explore the Pantheon and Piazza Navona. (BB)
DAY 4 ROME – PISA – FLORENCE (2 NIGHTS) This morning leave Rome and head north towards Central Italy. Travel through picturesque scenery in Umbria and Tuscany before arriving in the town of Pisa. Visit the Square of Miracles featuring the Leaning Tower, Cathedral and Baptistery. There is time to shop for souvenirs and take pictures. Later arrive at your
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hotel near Florence, birthplace of the Renaissance. (BB) NOVOTEL FIRENZE NORD
DAY 5 FLORENCE SIGHTSEEING & FREE TIME There are few cities in the world with an artistic legacy to equal that of Florence. Your local specialist gives a superb com mentary of the city’s history during your walking tour, which includes views of the Baptistery, Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, the impressive Giotto’s Bell Tower and a visit to Piazza della Signoria. Experience a demonstration of fine leather work with time to explore on your own. Shop for high quality leather and 18-carat gold jewelry for which Florence is renowned and don’t forget to try the gelato. Later enjoy dinner at the hotel. (BB,D)
DAY 6 FLORENCE – VERONA – VENICE (MESTRE) (2 NIGHTS) Your journey continues north across the dramatic Apennine Mountains to Verona, the home of Shakespeare’s star-crossed lovers. View the vast Roman Arena, where concerts are still held regularly each year and walk to see Juliet’s balcony. Hear the story of the play which begins
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with a street brawl between Montague and Capulet servants who, like their masters, are sworn enemies. Head east to the magical, romantic city of Venice. (BB,D) ANTONY
DAY 7 VENICE ORIENTATION & FREE TIME Your day starts with a cruise by private launch to St. Mark’s Square in the heart of Venice. Admire the Bridge of Sighs, the ornate Doge’s Palace and the Byzantine Basilica of St. Mark. Watch the Venetian craftsmen at work creating local specialties at a glassblowing workshop on Giudecca Island. Spend free time afterwards exploring this fascina ting city or perhaps take a cruise across the lagoon to the island of Burano for a relaxing meal. Burano is an island in the Venetian lagoon known for its brightly colored houses. (BB) DAY 8 VENICE – USA This morning say ‘arrivederci’ to Italy, your Travel Director and newfound friends at the end of an unforgettable vacation. Transfers will arrive at Venice Marco Polo Airport at 8am and 9.30am (flight not included). (BB)
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Mar 31
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INCLUDED HIGHLIGHTS BE MY GUEST Return to 17th century France and join the de Montferrier family on their farm near the famous Château de Villandry for a traditional three-course Tourangelle dinner accompanied by local wines
Visit Chateau Chenonceau in the Loire Valley
YOUR JOURNEY DAY 1 USA – PARIS Overnight flight to Paris (not included). DAY 2 ARRIVE PARIS Welcome to Paris, the City of Light. On arrival to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport transfers will operate at 8am, 11am and 2pm. Guests arriving later should make their own way to the hotel. This evening, meet for a Welcome Reception with your fellow travelers and Travel Director and then enjoy an orientation drive through the city to take in some of the breathtaking sights. (WR) NOVOTEL CENTER TOUR EIFFEL
DAY 3 PARIS – BEAUNE – LYON Drive south into Burgundy wine country, once home to the powerful Dukes of Burgundy, past the Côte d’Or vineyards of Gevrey-Chambertin and Nuits
St. Georges. Arrive in the medieval town of Beaune to discover the treasures in the 15th century Hospice de Beaune. (BB) NOVOTEL GERLAND
DAY 4 LYON – AVIGNON – MONACO – FRENCH RIVIERA (2 NIGHTS)
Stop in Avignon to see the Papal Palace and the bridge made
famous in the song, ‘sur le pont d’Avignon’. Traverse Provence, a picturesque area favored by artists such as Van Gogh and Cézanne, to the Principality of Monaco. This small city state is both a constitutional monarchy and home to many rich and famous people. View the cathedral, where Prince Rainier and Princess Grace were married. Later, enjoy a regional meal in Monaco before arriving at your hotel. (BB,RM) BEST WESTERN PLUS MASSENA
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DAY 5 FRENCH RIVIERA FREE TIME Spend today as you wish. You might like to lounge on the beach, shop in elegant boutiques or perhaps visit the hilltop town of St. Paul de Vence. (BB) DAY 6 FRENCH RIVIERA – ARLES – CARCASSONNE Visit the town of Arles, with free time to explore the city. Pass Alaric’s Mountain to Carcassonne, a walled city and UNESCO World Heritage Site which was extensively restored in the 19th century. See the double ring of ramparts featuring 52 towers during your sightseeing tour with a local specialist. (BB,DW) BEST WESTERN LE DONJON
DAY 7 CARCASSONNE – LOURDES – BIARRITZ Wind your way through the Corbières Hills and ‘Cathar’ landscapes toward the Pyrenées.
CITY EXPLORATIONS City tour in Carcassonne. Orientation of Paris, Beaune, Lyon, Avignon, Monaco, Nice, Arles, Lourdes and Bordeaux YOU’LL VISIT The Hospice de Beaune, Château Chenonceau in the Loirre Valley, D-Day Museum in Normandy, Claude Monet’s home at Giverny and the Eiffel Tower in Paris YOU’LL 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 St. Michel and the D-Day Beach of Omaha while in Normandy SCENIC DRIVE Through Dordogne and Loire Valley
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Notre Dame Cathedral, Paris
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Head north through Les Landes to the classical town of Bordeaux. Built on the River Garonne, this is the world’s major wine industry capital. See the sights including the magnificent Esplanade des Quinconces during your orientation. (BB) NOVOTEL CENTRE DAY 9 DORDOGNE EXCURSION Enjoy a scenic half-day excursion through beautiful countryside and picturesque scenery in the Dordogne region, best known for the enchanting medieval ‘Bastide’ villages. Drive to the renowned wine village of St. Emilion, poss ibly one of the most famous towns with ties to wine
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production. Later return to Bordeaux where you will have free time to explore the city. (BB) DAY 10 BORDEAUX – LOIRE VALLEY Continue north through the Poitou Charentes region to the Loire Valley, and stop to visit the beautiful fairytale Château Chenonceau. One of the most remarkable castles ever built, Chenonceau features stunning landscaped gardens and priceless collections of Renaissance furnit ure, tapestries and art. Join your fellow travelers this evening for a special Be My Guest dining exper ience where you enjoy typical French hospitality. (BB,BG) MERCURE TOURS NORD
DAY 11 LOIRE VALLEY – MONT ST. MICHEL – OMAHA BEACH Travel through Brittany to visit the island-town of Mont St. Michel on the Normandy coast,
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featuring the Abbey and picturesque streets. Follow the Liberty Highway to St. Lô and on to Omaha Beach, where your Travel Director provides an excellent account of the momentous events that took place here. Pause and reflect on the courage of those who gave their lives. Visit the D-Day Land ing Zone and learn in detail about how the operation was planned and executed. Arrive later at your hotel where you dine tonight. (BB,DW) MERCURE OMAHA BEACH
DAY 12 OMAHA BEACH – GIVERNY – PARIS (2 NIGHTS) Head south-east towards the valley of the River Seine. Stop at Giverny and visit the house and gardens where Claude Monet lived for most of his life. One of the founders of French Impres sionism, some of his most famous paintings were inspired by this spectacular garden. This evening in the glittering capital, Paris, consider a trip to one of the city’s renowned cabaret venues.
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DAY 13 PARIS SIGHTSEEING & FREE TIME This morning your local specialist reveals not just where, but how real Parisians live and shop, showing you the enchanting hidden squares and secret passages of one of Paris’ oldest historical neighborhoods. This short insider walk finishes at one of Paris’s loveliest squares, little known to outsiders, but a real favorite of the locals. See the unique skyline from the second level of the Eiffel Tower, where you enjoy panoramic views across the city. Spend the rest of the day seeing more sights and shopping for souvenirs. This evening celebrate with your Travel Director and newfound friends at a Farewell Dinner. (BB,FD)
DAY 14 PARIS – USA Say ‘au revoir’ to your fellow travelers. Airport transfers at Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport at 8am and 11.30am (flight not included). (BB)
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INCLUDED HIGHLIGHTS SIGNATURE EXPERIENCES Join an emotive journey tracing the story of the D-Day Landings and visit the American Military Cemetery of St. Laurent with a Local Specialist. Visit the fortified island of Mont-St-Michel for a guided tour through the maze of halls and vaults of the massive abbey YOU’LL VISIT The Bayeux Tapestry Museum, the Rangers Memorial at Pointe du Hoc, Château d’Usse, the gardens of Château de Villandry and Chartres Cathedral YOU’LL VIEW The bay of Arromanches, Notre Dame Cathedral the façades of the Louvre, Place de la Concorde, the Champs Elysées and Arc de Triomphe in Paris YOU’LL SAMPLE Fine wines of the Loire Valley in Saumur YOU’LL STAY At Château de Rochecotte, a sump tuous château in the Loire Valley and the former private estate of Prince Tallyrand and the Duchess of Dino
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Normandy Landing Beaches
YOUR JOURNEY DAY 1 USA – PARIS Board your overnight flight to Europe (not included). DAY 2 ARRIVE PARIS On arrival at Charles de Gaulle Airport, your airport transfers leave for the hotel at 8.30am, 11am and 1.30pm. After checkingin, the capital’s grand boulevards and world-famous landmarks are yours to explore. Later, join your Tour Director for a warm Welcome Reception and the opportunity to mingle and get to know each other over a pleasant evening of dinner and wine. (WD) PULLMAN PARIS BERCY
DAY 3 PARIS – ROUEN – NORMANDY BEACHES (2 NIGHTS)
Follow the River Seine to Rouen, capital of Normandy, to admire its ancient cathedral — a master piece of Gothic style and the
subject of a series of paintings by Claude Monet — then wander through the narrow streets beneath the Great Clock to the old market square. Here, a superb modern church commemorates the burning of Joan of Arc on this very spot in 1431. Your route continues into the rich dairy lands of Normandy and stops in the charming fishing town of Honfleur, which has somehow escaped the ravages of time. Then drive past Juno and Gold beaches, which both played a part in the 1944 Normandy landings, and continue to your hotel perched on the historic coast where the D-Day landings took place. (BB,DW) MERCURE OMAHA BEACH
DAY 4 BAYEUX & D-DAY LANDINGS EXCURSION There are poignant reminders of WWII as you drive along some of the beaches of the D-Day land ings. Visit the D-Day Museum
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and see the remnants of the arti ficial port in the bay of Arromanches. Travel back in time as you visit the Bayeux Tapestry Museum which chronicles the Norman invasion of Britain in 1066. Then with a local expert, spend a few reflective moments at the American Military Cemetery of St. Laurent near Omaha Beach before following the route of the Rangers and visit the bunkers and the Rangers Memorial at Pointe du Hoc. (BB) DAY 5 MONT-ST-MICHEL – ST-MALO Journey through ‘Bocage country’ for a visit with a local expert of the hilltop abbey of Mont-StMichel. The abbey stands on an island and is reached by a cause way across the shining sands. Behind the outer ring of defenses, huddles the small town — its one street containing shops, cafés and hotels. Continue along the Emerald Coast to stunning
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St-Malo, situated on the Rance Estuary and one of the most charming places in France. At your leisure, you can walk around the ramparts of the thick city walls, offering fantastic views over the old town and the bay. By night, the town’s medieval maze of winding streets are abuzz with quaint bars and restaurants. (BB) LE NOUVEAU MONDE
DAY 6 ST. MALO – LOIRE VALLEY (2 NIGHTS) Head south to follow the valley of the Loire, passing the moated castle at Angers. Cross the Loire to Saumur, where a local vintner will guide you through tastings of the region’s delicious wines. Journey to the fairytale Château d’Ussé. After a fascinating tour of the castle that inspired Charles Perrault to write ‘Sleeping Beauty’, continue on to your château hotel, where you can relax like royalty in sumptuous surroundings. (BB) CHÂTEAU DE ROCHECOTTE
DAY 7 VILLANDRY EXPERIENCE Head to Château de Villandry, the ‘Jewel of the Loire’ and visit the glorious gardens. Ensure you don’t miss the water garden, ornamental garden and kitchen garden — a stunning sea of
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fragrant green herbs, silvery cab bages, and purple basil. From here, return to your own superb château, for relaxation and free time. At night, your celebration evening starts with a glass of Champagne and continues with excellent service and delicious dishes in the most wholesome setting, ensuring the memory of your meal will linger long after you’ve returned home. (BB,CD) DAY 8 LA BEAUCE – CHARTRES – PARIS Driving through the vast wheat fields of La Beauce, Chartres Cathedral looms large on the horizon. Once inside you can marvel at the beautiful stainedglass rose window which floods the cathedral with color and light. From here, return to the French capital, where your Tour Director introduces you to all the fabulous sights including Notre Dame Cathedral and the immense façades of the Louvre. Behold the vast Place de la Concorde, then drive down the Champs Elysées to Napoleon’s Arc de Triomphe. (BB) PULLMAN PARIS BERCY CENTER
DAY 9 PARIS – USA Departure transfers arrive at Charles de Gaulle Airport at 8am and 11am (flight not included). (BB)
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INCLUDED HIGHLIGHTS CULTURAL INSIGHTS Discover Paris on Parisian terms as your local specialist reveals some of the city’s hidden gems, including a behind the scenes tour of Montmartre to discover the secrets of the artists quarter. The secrets of ‘la cuisine’ are yours to discover and enjoy as you learn how to cook the Parisian way with a local chef CITY EXPLORATIONAS Enjoy an in-depth Small Group Sightseeing intimate guided tour at the fascinating Louvre Museum in a group size of no more than 25 YOU’LL VISIT The Royal Estate of Versailles including the Royal Palace, Petit Trianon and Marie Antoinette’s Hamlet “Le Petit Hameau”, ascend to second floor of Eiffel Tower, the “village” of Montmartre, the Latin Quarter and the shopping district of Paris YOU’LL VIEW The Champs Élysées, Paris Opera House, Arc de Triomphe, Place de la Concorde and Notre Dame Cathedral SPECIAL EXTRA Your included Parisian Brasserie voucher gives you a choice of centrally located Parisian brasseries to visit for either lunch or dinner 54
Explore the many works of art in the Louvre
YOUR JOURNEY DAY 1 USA – PARIS Overnight flight to Paris (not included). DAY 2 ARRIVE PARIS (7 NIGHTS) Welcome to Paris, capital of France and the City of Light. On arrival to Paris Charles De Gaulle Airport transfers will operate at 8am, 11am and 2pm. Guests arriving later should make their own way to the hotel. After check-in to your hotel, the ideal spot for your exploration of this magnificent city, you can relax or take a stroll in the local neighbor hood. This evening meet your Travel Director and fellow travelers to attend a Welcome Reception in the heart of the city. (WR) CATALOGNE GARE MONTPARNASSE
DAY 3 PARIS SIGHTSEEING & AT LEISURE This morning after a leisurely start, your Travel Director takes you into the heart of this
mesmerizing city for views of the
Champs Élysées, Arc de Triomphe and Place de la Concorde. Your
local specialist reveals not just where, but how real Parisians live and shop, showing you the enchanting hidden squares and secret passages of one of Paris’ oldest historical neighborhoods. This short insider walk finishes at one of the loveliest squares, little known to outsiders, but a real favorite of the locals. Later visit the second level of the Eiffel Tower for breathtaking views across the city. This evening you may decide to take an optional experience to the Latin Quarter for a visit inside Notre Dame and a cruise down the River Seine. (BB) DAY 4 PARIS AT LEISURE OR OPTIONAL D-DAY BEACH EXPERIENCE Today is completely yours to explore Paris further or you may wish to experience a full day optional experience and travel to the historical and poignant D-Day landing beaches. (BB)
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DAY 5 FULL DAY EXCURSION TO THE PALACE & ROYAL ESTATE OF VERSAILLES Visit the best-known and most resplendent palace in France, Versailles. Our local specialist guides you through the majestic palace itself followed by the breathtaking picturesque Royal Gardens. Later visit Petit Trianon Palace where you can relax for lunch before continuing to Marie Antoinette’s hamlet to gain yet more insight into the lives of the French Royalty before the revolution. This evening you may wish to utilize your Parisian Brasserie voucher which gives you a choice of centrally located brasseries to visit for dinner. (BB) DAY 6 FRENCH CUISINE & SHOPPING EXPERIENCE Today’s exploration of French culture takes on another dimen sion as you meet a real Parisian chef for a French culinary experience including a light lunch. During your cultural insight learn some culinary secrets and get to
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See Paris’s most famous landmark — the Eiffel Tower savor your creation. The remain der of the day is then yours to enjoy as you wish. Perhaps take a relaxing stroll along the river Seine or enjoy some shopping at Printemps — one of the biggest department stores in the city. Your Travel Director will be there to give you advice. This evening you may wish to consider an Optional Experience to attend a performance of a true French cabaret at the world famous Moulin Rouge. (BB,L) DAY 7 MONTMARTRE & THE LOUVRE This morning after a relaxing start take a private street trolley car to visit the fascinating and colorful “village” of Montmartre, the highest point in Paris. Your local specialist will show you the hidden squares, artists haunts and romantic hideaways of this most beautiful Parisian neighbor hood. The rest of the day is yours to enjoy. This evening visit the world renowned Louvre museum
with a local specialist when the museum is quieter and the crowds have disappeared. (BB) DAY 8 WALKING TOUR & FREE TIME Today is your last chance for last minute souvenir shopping or alternatively participate on an optional experience to visit Monet’s famous gardens at Giverny. This afternoon enjoy a walking tour to a part of Paris where you will discover how the French Revolution began. Join your Travel Director and compan ions for a Farewell Dinner at an iconic Parisian restaurant dating back to 1686. (BB,FD) DAY 9 PARIS – USA After breakfast, say farewell to Paris and your newfound friends as you prepare to return home after a memorable week in one of the world’s greatest cities. Airport transfers arrive at Paris Charles De Gaulle Airport at 8am and 11.30am. (BB)
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YOUR JOURNEY DAY 1 USA – MADRID Board your overnight flight to Madrid (not included). DAY 2 ARRIVE MADRID (2 NIGHTS)
At Madrid Airport, transfers depart for your hotel at 9am, 11am, 1.30pm and 4pm. Later, join your Travel Director for a Welcome Reception with dinner and wine. (WD) BARCELO EMPERATRIZ/BARCELO TORRE
DAY 3 MADRID SIGHTSEEING & FREE TIME A guided sightseeing tour takes you along the elegant Paseo de la Castellana past Madrid’s most famous fountain in the Plaza de Cibeles. The highlight of your tour is a visit to the magnificent Prado Museum to admire the paintings of Velazquez, Goya and many others. (BB)
DAY 4 MADRID – TOLEDO – SALAMANCA This morning is devoted to Toledo. With your local expert, walk through the maze of narrow, cobbled streets. See El Greco’s paintings in the Church of Santo Tome. Later, pass the ancient walls of Avila, en-route to Salamanca, with its handsome arcaded Plaza Mayor, honeycolored cathedral and 16th century university buildings. (BB) ALAMEDA PALACE
DAY 5 SALAMANCA – PORTO Cross the Portuguese border to reach Porto, situated on the River Douro and celebrated internation ally as the as the capital of Port wine. See the Vila Nova de Gaia wine stores which house the famous wines. Walk along corri dors of casks and get to know your tawnys and vintages during a tasting. Admire the multicolored houses and churches
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covered in glazed tiles, as well as the iconic bridges (or ‘Eiffel Towers on end’ according to one Frenchman). (BB,DW) EUROSTAR HEROISMO
DAY 6 PORTO – FATIMA – OBIDOS – LISBON (2 NIGHTS) Head south for a visit to miracu lous Fatima. See the basilica or visit the Chapel of the Appari tions. Then continue to the fortified town of Obidos to explore the narrow, medieval streets. Your destination is Lisbon. (BB) DOM PEDRO PALACE DAY 7 LISBON SIGHTSEEING & FREE TIME Sightseeing with a local expert takes you along the spacious avenues of the Lower Town and beneath the hilltop Bairro Alto to the Terreiro do Paco, finest square in the city. Visit the Belem Quarter from where sailing ships once set forth to discover
SIGNATURE EXPERIENCES Experience the color and excitement of the Flamenco during an unforgettable dinner and performance. In Valencia learn the authentic recipe of paella in a fun cooking demonstration and savor the flavours of this classic dish for dinner, washed down with a glass of sangria CITY EXPLORATIONS City tour in Madrid, Toledo, Lisbon and Seville. Orientation of Porto, Fatima, Gibraltar, Mijas and Barcelona YOU’LL VISIT The Prado Museum in Madrid, the Church of San Tome in Toledo, the Chapel of Apparitions in Fatima, Jeronimos Monastery in Lisbon, St. Michael’s Cave in Gibraltar, the ornate Alhambra Palace in Granada and Gaudi’s Sagrada Familia in Barcelona YOU’LL VIEW Royal Palace and Puerta del Sol in Madrid, the Monument to the Discoveries and Belem Tower in Lisbon and the Tomb of Columbus in Seville 57
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BEST OF SPAIN & PORTUGAL unknown lands. Visit an old patisserie that has managed to hold on to the secret recipe of Portugal’s finest pastry for over 100 years and enjoy a tasting of the famous ‘Pasteis de Belem’. See the Monument to the Discoveries and the more ancient Belem Tower — a fortress origi nally set in the middle of the river, but now left high and dry on the riverbank. Next, visit Jeronimos Monastery with its beautiful Manueline architecture. (BB) DAY 8 LISBON – SEVILLE
DAY 9 SEVILLE AT LEISURE The day is completely yours to relax, explore, or continue sight seeing in this fascinating city. (BB) DAY 10 SEVILLE – GIBRALTAR – COSTA DEL SOL (2 NIGHTS) Head south to Gibraltar, attached to Spain, yet an independent colony under British control since 1704. Visit the Rock of Gibraltar, St. Michael’s Cave and see the Barbary Apes. Later, take the scenic route along the Costa del Sol to your hotel. (BB,DW ) MELIA
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DAY 11 COSTA DEL SOL AT LEISURE Enjoy the following day at leisure on the sun-drenched Costa del Sol. Relax by the blue Mediter ranean waters, stroll along the promenade or savor the specialties in the local restaurants or consider exploring Malaga, the birth city of Picasso. (BB) DAY 12 COSTA DEL SOL – MIJAS – GRANADA Drive through the green hills above the Costa del Sol to the white-washed village of Mijas.
Leave Lisbon via a modern Tagus Bridge and cross the border to reach Seville. With a local expert, tour the immense Cathedral, burial place of Christopher Columbus, and the slender Giralda Tower. Explore the labyrinthine Santa Cruz Quarter and see the Alcazar. Tonight, settle back for a signature evening with dinner and entertainment featuring a fiery Flamenco show. (BB,SE) AYRE SEVILLA 58
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Stroll through the old streets and gardens and take in the views of the coast. Continue to Granada to visit the amazing Alhambra Palace with a local expert. See the Lion Court as well as the water gardens of the royal summer residence. Later, choose from a
selection of restaurants on your Dine Around evening. (BB,DA) VINCCI ALBAYZIN
DAY 13 GRANADA – VALENCIA Journey to Valencia the ‘City of Arts and Sciences’, then circum navigate the old town, past the City Gates of Serranos and Quart
to reach your hotel. The rest of the day is at leisure, perhaps take a stroll to the Cathedral and El Miguelete? Valencia is home to one of the world’s greatest dishes, paella. Learn the authentic recipe in a fun cooking demonstration and savor the flavors of this classic dish for dinner, washed down with a glass of sangria. (BB,HD) BARCELO VALENCIA
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in the film El Cid. Continue along the Costa Dorada to the Cava Bodegas at Sant Sadurni d’Anoia. Enjoy a taste and learn the sparkling secrets of Spanish ‘bubbly’ before heading on to your hotel in Barcelona. (BB) MELIA BARCELONA SARRIA
DAY 15 BARCELONA SIGHTSEEING & FREE TIME Join a local expert to drive along the Passeig de Gracia. Continue through the Eixample District for a visit inside Gaudi’s extra ordinary masterpiece, the Sagrada Familia Basilica. In the afternoon, maybe experience the great Monastery of Montserrat and see the Black Madonna? In the evening, enjoy a Celebration Dinner with wine. (BB,CD) DAY 16 BARCELONA/ MADRID – USA Departure transfers arrive at Barcelona Airport at 7am, 9am and 11am. The 9am transfer will continue to Madrid, scheduled to arrive early evening at Madrid airport followed by the Hotel Gran Melia Fenix for those extending their stay in Madrid (flight not included). (BB)
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INCLUDED HIGHLIGHTS SIGNATURE EXPERIENCES Learn the authentic recipe of paella during a cooking demonstration then savor the flavors of this classic dish for dinner delightfully paired with a glass of Sangria CITY EXPLORATIONS City tour in Barcelona and Madrid YOU’LL VISIT Gaudi’s masterpiece the Sagrada Familia in Barcelona, the Alhambra in Granada, the Tomb of Columbus in Seville, the amazing art collections of the Prado Museum in Madrid and an unforgettable Flamenco performance in Seville YOU’LL VIEW The Gothic Quarter and Passeig de Gracia in Barcelona, the Plaza de España in Seville’s Maria Louisa Park and the Royal Palace, Gran Via and Cibeles Fountain in Madrid
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YOUR JOURNEY DAY 1 USA – BARCELONA Overnight flight to Barcelona (not included). DAY 2 ARRIVE BARCELONA (2 NIGHTS)
Airport transfers depart from Barcelona Airport for the hotel at 9.30am, 12.30pm and 3pm. Later, join your Travel Director for a Welcome Reception and the chance to mingle over a delightful evening of dinner and wine. (WD) MELIÁ BARCELONA SARRIÀ/ NH SANTS HOTEL
DAY 3 BARCELONA SIGHTSEEING & FREE TIME Join a local expert to explore the narrow lanes and old squares behind the cathedral. See the lively Rambla as we head along the Passeig de Gracia. Continue through the Eixample District for a visit inside Gaudi’s extraordin ary masterpiece, the Sagrada Familia to see the central nave
with its giant, tree-like pillars and spectacular vaulting. Enjoy a free afternoon to explore. (BB) DAY 4 BARCELONA – VALENCIA Follow the sunny Costa Dorada, to stop by Peñíscola and see the sea-lapped castle, used in the film El Cid. Pass through the famous orange groves to Valencia, the “City of Arts and Sciences”. Circumnavigate the old town, past the City Gates of Serranos and Quart to reach your hotel. Valencia is home to one of the world’s greatest dishes, paella. Learn the authentic recipe in a fun cooking demonstration and savor the flavors of this classic dish for dinner washed down with a glass of sangria! (BB,SE) BARCELO VALENCIA
DAY 5 VALENCIA – GRANADA Drive along the Costa Blanca, past the castle at Lorca and troglodyte dwellings hollowed out of the soft rock at Purullena. Enjoy views of the Sierra Nevada from
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the distance as you reach glorious Granada. Overlooking the town, stands one of the most remark able fortresses ever built, the Alhambra. Explore this exquisite palace; a fantasy of stone cut lace, arabesque gardens and fountains, built as a citadel by the Moors in the 13th century. Also stroll through the exotic water gardens of the Generalife, the Royal summer residence. (BB,DW) MELIA GRANADA/SARAY HOTEL
DAY 6 GRANADA – SEVILLE (2 NIGHTS)
In the morning, there is time, if you wish, to explore the labyrin thine Albaicin Quarter — from the Church of St. Nicholas, there is one of the most exquisite views of the Alhambra. Then drive to Seville past gleaming white villages and olive groves that stretch as far as the eye can see. This exquisite capital of Andalucía is simply one of Spain’s most charming jewels. At night, enjoy the flavors of Andalucía
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and share in the passion of Spain’s most fiery region at a Flamenco show and dinner. (BB,SE) AYRE/MELIA SEVILLA
DAY 7 SEVILLE SIGHTSEEING & FREE TIME Seville has a distinctive character and presence best revealed by a local expert. During your stay, visit the Plaza de España in Maria Louisa Park. Then stroll through the fashionable Santa Cruz Quarter with its flower bedecked wrought-iron balconies. Emerge by the Alcazar — a Moorish fantasy in stone, set in richly scented gardens. Visit the massive cathedral, burial place of Christopher Columbus and enriched with the spoils of the New World. The energetic can climb the Giralda Tower, former minaret of the Great Mosque and enjoy views over the city. This afternoon is at leisure. (BB) DAY 8 SEVILLE – CORDOBA – MADRID (2 NIGHTS) Set off early along the Guadal quivir Valley, past villages and towns studded with Moorish towers and fortresses. Stop in the perfectly preserved Moorish city of Cordoba. See the famous 2000-year-old bridge and meet a local historian for a visit to the
magnificent Mezquita, an 8th century mosque with a Christian church built inside it. Afterwards, there is free time to stroll through the narrow streets of the Old Jewish Quarter. Follow in the footsteps of Don Quixote now as you travel through the Mancha and on to the capital of Madrid. (BB) HESPERIA/BARCELO TORRE
DAY 9 MADRID SIGHTSEEING & FREE TIME Join a local expert for sightseeing along the noble avenues. See the statue of Cervantes’ fictional hero, Don Quixote, in the Plaza de España. Continue past the Cibeles Fountain and the Parliament and cross the Puerta del Sol. Visit the Prado Museum, a rose colored palace housing works by Botticelli, Velázquez, Goya, Titian, Rubens and others. Take time out to relax at a café or shop in the trendy boutiques. In the evening, join a farewell Celebration Dinner in the heart of town, complete with wine. (BB,CD) DAY 10 MADRID – USA Board your return flights today, taking home memories and friendships that will last a lifetime. Departure transfers arrive at Madrid Airport at 7am, 9am and 11am (flight not included). (BB)
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INCLUDED HIGHLIGHTS SIGNATURE EXPERIENCES Witness the world’s finest collection of Spanish paintings, plus an impressive foreign collection, as you tour the Prado Museum with an art historian CITY EXPLORATIONS City tour in Madrid, Santiago de Compostela, Oviedo, San Sabastian and Barcelona YOU’LL VISIT Gaudi’s Sagrada Familia Church and La Boqueria in Barcelona YOU’LL VIEW Madrid’s Royal Palace, Gran Via, Cibeles Fountain and Parliament, Guggenheim Museum in Bilbao and the Old Quarter including Plaza de la Constitucion in San Sebastian
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YOUR JOURNEY DAY 1 USA – MADRID Your Journey Begins. Board your overnight flight to Madrid (not included). DAY 2 ARRIVE MADRID (2 NIGHTS)
On arrival at Madrid Airport, your airport transfers leave for your hotel at 9am, 11am, 1.30pm and 4pm. Relax and settle in. Later, join your Travel Director for a warm and friendly Welcome Reception and pleasant evening of dinner and wine. (WD) HESPERIA MADRID/BARCELO TORRE
DAY 3 MADRID SIGHTSEEING & FREE TIME In the morning, a local expert guides you along the noble avenues past the Cibeles Fountain and down the Gran Via to the statue of Don Quixote. Continue to the Prado Museum, housing works by Velazquez, Goya, Titian, Botticelli, Rubens, and others. You will have free time to relax at a cafe or shop in the boutiques. (BB) DAY 4 MADRID – SANTIAGO DE COMPOSTELA (2 NIGHTS) Venture to Old Castille. Some of Spain’s most fashionable white
wines are produced in the Rueda region, so stop for a tasting. Continue past the impressive Castillo de la Motta, to Santiago de Compostela, where the tomb of the Apostle St. James was miraculously discovered in the Middle Ages. (BB,DW)
the church of San Julian covered with 1,000 year old wall paintings and the Cathedral in the stately square of Plaza Alfonso II. Round off the day with an introduction to Northern Spain’s drink of choice in the ‘Boulevard of Cider’.
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DAY 7 OVIEDO – SANTILLANA DEL MAR – SANTANDER See the unique Roman bridge in Cangas de Onis as you head into the foothills of the Picos de Europa. Visit the holy cave of Covadonga, a shrine to Pelayo, who achieved the first Christian victory over the Moors in 722. Continue to Santillana del Mar, arguably, ‘the most beautiful village in Spain.’ Stroll through the rustic cobblestone streets with stone houses decorated with carved heraldic symbols and reach the delightful church square. After time to explore, drive to the sophisticated beach resort of Santander. (BB) EURO
DAY 5 SANTIAGO DE COMPOSTELA SIGHTSEEING & FREE TIME In the morning, become acquaint ed with some of Europe’s finest historical buildings with a local expert. Look up from the steady trickle of present-day pilgrims to the cathedral facade — an ensemble of soaring towers, arches and windows. The faithful can pass behind the ornate high altar to touch the giant 13th century gilded effigy of St. James. Follow the steps of the pilgrims on The Way of St. James, then indulge in some free time. (BB) DAY 6 SANTIAGO DE COMPOSTELA – OVIEDO Get your cameras ready for a scenic drive along the Costa Verde. Your route reveals glorious coastal vistas before turning inland to the modern town of Oviedo. A local expert shows you the 9th century churches. Visit
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Costa Vasca and pause in Zumaia, where you can see El Raton, the
mouse-shaped rock. Continue to San Sebastian, pearl of the Cantabrian coast, set on its shellshaped bay. The city harbor is filled with fishing boats and pleasure crafts, so you can enjoy a number of sporting activities on its large sandy beach. (BB) BARCELO COSTA VASCA/MECURE IGUELDO
DAY 9 SAN SEBASTIÁN SIGHTSEEING & FREE TIME Admire the beauty of San Sebastian on a guided walking tour of the Old Quarter. See the numbered balconies of the Plaza de la Constitucion, a reminder of the days when bullfights were held in the square. Ascend Monte Igueldo for beautiful views of the town and La Concha Bay. The afternoon is at leisure. (BB) DAY 10 SAN SEBASTIÁN – PAMPLONA – BARCELONA (2 NIGHTS)
Stop in Pamplona, famous for the ‘Running of the Bulls’ festival. Perhaps take a stroll to the famous Estafeta Street before moving on past the famous Rioja wine producing region? Continue to Barcelona, the vibrant capital of Catalonia. (BB) HILTON
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DAY 11 BARCELONA SIGHTSEEING & FREE TIME Join a local expert in the heart of the Gothic Quarter and walk through the Roman gate to tour the narrow lanes and old squares. Next, head along the Passeig de Gracia, adorned with flamboyant Modernist buildings. Continue through the Eixample District for a visit inside Gaudi’s extraordin ary masterpiece, the Sagrada Familia Church. See its giant, tree-like pillars and spectacular vaulting. The afternoon is at leisure. In the evening, raise your glasses at your Celebration Dinner with wine at a local restaurant. (BB,CD) DAY 12 BARCELONA/ MADRID – USA After breakfast, departure trans fers arrive at Barcelona Airport at 7am, 9am and 11am. The 9am transfer continues to Madrid, scheduled to arrive early evening at Madrid Airport followed by the tour hotel, Madrid for those extending their stay in Madrid (flight not included). (BB) Note: This tour combines with Highlights of Spain to form the Spanish Heritage and with Amazing Spain & Portugal to form the Grand Tour of Spain & Portugal.
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INCLUDED HIGHLIGHTS CULTURAL INSIGHT Sample the Douro Valley’s delicious Port wine-making tradition at one of the local Port wine lodges BE MY GUEST Saddle up for a superb stud farm visit, the tragic story of unrequited love and a traditional homecooked lunch with Tiago and Vera in Portugal’s beautiful Alentejo CITY EXPLORATIONS City tour in Lisbon, Evora and Porto. Orientation of The Algarve, Lagos, Castelo de Vide, Belmonte, Viseu, Tomar, Nazare and Obidos YOU’LL VISIT The Hieronymite Monastery in Lisbon, the cathedral in Evora, the Palace Gardens at Palacio de Mateus, the Stock Exchange Palace and Arabian Hall in Porto, the University Library of Coimbra, the Convent of Christ in Tomar, the Shrine at Fatima, the Gothic Monastery at Batalha and the medieval village of Obidos YOU’LL VIEW The Roman Tower of Belmonte and the Castle of Guimarães
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YOUR JOURNEY DAY 1 USA – LISBON Board your overnight flight to Lisbon (not included). DAY 2 ARRIVE LISBON (2 NIGHTS) Welcome to Lisbon, capital of Portugal. On arrival to Lisbon Airport transfers will operate at 9.30am, 12.30pm and 3.30pm. Guests arriving later should make their own way to the hotel. Relax after check-in or spend time exploring the city’s colorful landscape. Later, join your Travel Director and fellow travelers for a Welcome Reception followed by an orientation drive through the city. (WR) TURIM AVENIDA LIBERDADE
DAY 3 LISBON SIGHTSEEING & FREE TIME See Lisbon’s landmarks, including the Monument to the Discoveries, the suspension bridge spanning the River Tagus, the Belém Tower and the quaint Alfama District.
Visit the UNESCO World Heritage Site of the Hieronymite Monastery during your sight seeing tour with a local specialist. Later, in your free time, perhaps join an optional experience to the historic towns of Cascais and Sintra. (BB) DAY 4 LISBON – ALGARVE REGION (2 NIGHTS) Cross the River Tagus and drive south towards the Serra de Arrabida Mountains. Enjoy a Be My Guest lunch at a traditional Stud Ranch where the Lusitano horses are reared, before arriving on the Algarve coast and the town of Vilamoura — your home for the next two nights. (BB,BG) INN ALGARVE HOLIDAY
DAY 5 ALGARVE EXCURSION This morning, enjoy a scenic coastal drive to the Sagres Peninsula. Admire spectacular views across Baleeira Beach before continuing your journey along the coast to Cape
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St. Vincent for beautiful sea views from the south-western most point of Portugal. Visit the resort of Lagos, where Henry the Navigator lived. (BB) DAY 6 ALGARVE REGION – EVORA This morning, travel across the Serra de Caldeirao to Evora. Join your local specialist and visit the elaborate Cathedral, Roman temple and the Chapel of Bones. Evora is one of Portugal’s most beautifully preserved medieval towns. Spend time this afternoon seeing the 14th century walls, winding lanes and other enchant ing sights at your own pace or join an optional experience to the village of Monsaraz. Dine tonight at your hotel. (BB,DW) M’AR DE AR MURALHAS
DAY 7 EVORA – CASTELO DE VIDE – BELMONTE – VISEU Continue north to Castelo de Vide and wander through narrow alleys and the town’s Jewish
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quarter. Cross the valley of the River Tagus towards the Serra de Estrela Mountains. See the Roman tower in Belmonte. Arrive later at Viseu, a bustling town with historical buildings, set high on a plateau near the famous Dão vineyards. (BB) GRAO VASCO
DAY 8 VISEU – MATEUS – GUIMARÃES – PORTO (2 NIGHTS)
Travel through the beautiful Douro Valley where port wine is produced. Explore the magnifi cent gardens at the Palacio de Mateus, depicted on the label of the distinctive Mateus wine bottles. Continue via Guimarães for views of the impressive castle. Tonight enjoy a Regional Dinner on the waterside of Porto. (BB,RM) VILLA GALE
DAY 9 PORTO SIGHTSEEING & FREE TIME Your local specialist takes you on a sightseeing tour of Porto. See the remarkable bridges across the Douro River and the Baroque Church of St. Francis. Visit Stock Exchange Palace with its splendid Arabian Hall and then experience a Wine Tasting at a port cellar. Spend the afternoon relaxing or shopping for souvenirs. (BB)
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DAY 10 PORTO – COIMBRA – TOMAR – FÁTIMA In Coimbra, see ancient streets and squares and visit the Old University. In Tomar, visit the UNESCO World Heritage Site of the Convent of Christ, originally built as a Templar stronghold in the 12th century. Arrive later in the city of Fátima. Dine tonight in your hotel. (BB,DW) FATIMA DAY 11 FÁTIMA – BATALHA – NAZARÉ – OBIDOS – LISBON Visit the Shrine where three young shepherds famously saw the apparition of the Virgin at the pilgrimage site of Fátima. Visit the monastery at Batalha — a UNESCO World Heritage site. It is the best example of Late Gothic architecture in Portugal. Stop at the fishing village of Nazaré on the coast and visit the medieval city of Obidos. Tonight in Lisbon, celebrate with your companions and Travel Director at a Farewell Dinner with wine. (BB,FD) TURIM AVENIDA LIBERDADE
DAY 12 LISBON – USA Say a fond farewell to your fellow travelers at the end of a spec tacular Portuguese vacation. Airport transfers arrive at Lisbon Airport at 7am and 9.30am (flight not included). (BB)
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INCLUDED HIGHLIGHTS CULTURAL INSIGHT 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 BE MY GUEST Saddle up for a superb stud farm visit, the tragic story of unrequited love and a traditional homecooked lunch with Tiago and Vera in Portugal’s beautiful Alentejo CITY EXPLORATIONS City tour in Madrid, Toledo, Fez, Marrakesh, Seville and Lisbon. Orientation of Casablanca, Rabat, Tangier, Fátima and Salamanca YOU’LL VISIT The Synagogue and Sao Tomé in Toledo, the Alhambra Palace in Granada, Bahia Palace in Marrakesh, Cathedral in Seville, Monastery of the Hieronymites in Lisbon and Plaza Mayor in Salamanca YOU’LL VIEW Hassan II Mosque in Casablanca, Royal Palace in Rabat, Belem Tower in Lisbon and the Shrine at Fátima 66
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your drive south, through the heart of La Mancha to Granada in Andalucia. (BB,DW) URBANDREAM DAY 5 GRANADA – COSTA DEL SOL This morning your local specialist takes you on a visit to the incred ible Alhambra Palace, built in the 14th century and a magnificent example of Moorish architecture. Admire the ancient stucco work, quiet courtyards and colossal walls. In the afternoon, arrive on the famous Costa del Sol. (BB)
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DAY 3 MADRID SIGHTSEEING & FREE TIME Your local specialist shows you the sights of Madrid including the Cibeles Fountain, the Gran Via, Paseo de la Castellana and Puerta del Sol. At Plaza de España, admire the monument to Cervantes. (BB) DAY 4 MADRID – TOLEDO – GRANADA Your local specialist takes you on a walking tour of Toledo. Visit the Church of Santo Tomé, home to one of El Greco’s most famous paintings — The Burial of Count Orgaz. Visit the Synagogue and an inlaid steel factory for a cultural insight and to see local craftsmen at work. Admire the breathtaking landscape during
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DAY 1 USA – MADRID Board your overnight flight to Madrid (not included). DAY 2 ARRIVE MADRID On arrival to Madrid Airport transfers will operate at 10.30am, 1pm and 3.30pm. Guests arriving later should make their own way to the hotel. Enjoy an evening drive to take in some of the city’s main sights followed by a Welcome Reception. (WR) MELIA
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Travel along the Mediterranean Coast and cross to North Africa by ferry. A memorable drive past the Rif Mountains brings you to the Imperial city of Fez, Morocco’s second-largest city. (BB,D) ROYAL MIRAGE
DAY 7 FEZ SIGHTSEEING & FREE TIME Visit the fascinating Medina of Fez with your local specialist. View the fortifications and Royal Palace, and admire traditional Moroccan handiwork during a visit to a carpet showroom. (BB) DAY 8 FEZ – MARRAKESH (2 NIGHTS)
Traveling through the foothills of the Atlas Mountains to Marrakesh is spectacular. A favorite vacation
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spot of Winston Churchill, the city is one of North Africa’s most popular tourist destinations. (BB) MERIDIEN N’FIS
DAY 9 MARRAKESH SIGHTSEEING & FREE TIME Visit the Bahia Palace during your walking tour with a local special ist. See Djemaa el Fna Square in the old quarter. Visit a traditional Moroccan pharmacy for a cultural insight into the blending of creams and cosmetics from regional ingredients. The rest of the day is yours to explore. (BB,D) DAY 10 MARRAKESH – CASABLANCA – RABAT – TANGIER Today continue on to Casablanca, scene of Humphrey Bogart’s most magical moments. On arrival your orientation includes a panoramic drive of the Corniche, plus views of the Hassan II Mosque with the world’s tallest minaret. Then continue to the capital city, Rabat, where you view the Mausoleum and Royal Palace. Arrive later in Tangier where you dine tonight at your hotel. (BB,D) FARAH DAY 11 TANGIER – SEVILLE (2 NIGHTS)
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through the Jerez vineyards, home of sherry. Next, continue to Andalusia’s most beautiful city, Seville, for a two-night stay. This evening, why not experience the fire and passion of a Spanish flamenco show? (BB) MELIA LEBEROS
DAY 12 SEVILLE SIGHTSEEING & FREE TIME See the Giralda Tower during your guided sightseeing. Admire the tiled fountains and pavilions in the Maria Luisa Park and visit the imposing Plaza de España. See Christopher Columbus’ ornate tomb in the cathedral and enjoy a walk through the former Jewish Quarter. (BB) DAY 13 SEVILLE – LISBON (2 NIGHTS)
Your panoramic journey con tinues through the province of Huelva, famous for Jabugo ham. Cross the border into the Alentejo region of Portugal, renowned for its cork oaks. Experience a memorable Be My Guest Dinner lunch at a stud farm where Lusitano horses are reared. Later arrive in Lisbon. (BB,BG) OLISSIPPO MARQUES DE SA
DAY 14 LISBON SIGHTSEEING & FREE TIME See Lisbon’s landmarks, including the Monument to the Discoveries,
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the suspension bridge spanning the River Tagus, the Belém Tower and the quaint Alfama District. Visit the UNESCO World Heritage Site of the Hieronymite Monastery during your guided sightseeing. Later, in your free time, perhaps join an optional experience to the historic towns of Cascais and Sintra. (BB) DAY 15 LISBON – FÁTIMA – SALAMANCA A scenic drive north through the magnificent Serra d’Aire Mountains brings you to the Shrine at Fátima. Cross the border back into Spain and arrive later in Salamanca where you visit Plaza Mayor during your orientation tour. (BB) GRAN CORONA SOL DAY 16 SALAMANCA – MADRID Your journey continues through the Sierra de Guadarrama Mountains to Madrid. This afternoon, explore the city at your own pace and later join your companions and Travel Director for a Farewell Dinner with wine. (BB,FD) NH EUROBUILDING
DAY 17 MADRID – USA Your memorable vacation comes to an end. Transfers arrive at Madrid Airport at 8.30am and 11am (flight not included). (BB)
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INCLUDED HIGHLIGHTS SIGNATURE EXPERIENCES Select departures enjoy reserved seats at the spectacular Military Tattoo CITY EXPLORATIONS City tour in London, Edinburgh and Dublin. Orientation of York and Grasmere
Perhaps ride a local jaunting car in Killarney
YOUR JOURNEY DAY 1 USA – LONDON Board your overnight flight to London (not included). DAY 2 ARRIVE LONDON (2 NIGHTS)
Welcome to London! Check in to your hotel, and then there is time to relax, explore or browse the nearby department stores. GROSVENOR
*Local Host is with you during your stay in London. Your Travel Director will join you on day 4.
DAY 3 LONDON SIGHTSEEING & FREE TIME An included half day sightseeing tour of London’s West End shows
you all the major sights — Big Ben, the Houses of Parliament,
Then view part of Hadrian’s Wall, Britain’s most impressive Roman monument. Head to the elegant Scottish capital, Edinburgh.
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Westminster Abbey, Trafalgar Square and Buckingham Palace. DAY 4 LONDON – STRATFORD – YORK Drive to Stratford and visit the birthplace of William Shakespeare. Continue on to York where you walk within the old city walls to the crooked houses of the Shambles and see York Minster. In the evening, join your Travel Director for a pleasant evening of dinner and wine. (FB,WD) HILTON DAY 5 YORK – EDINBURGH (2 NIGHTS)
Stop in Durham to see the castle and Romanesque cathedral.
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DAY 6 EDINBURGH SIGHTSEEING & FREE TIME Walk with your local expert inside Edinburgh Castle for spec tacular views of the town. Continue down the Royal Mile to the Queen’s Holyrood Palace before crossing over to the ‘New Town’. The afternoon is free to shop on Princes Street. In the evening, selected departures enjoy the Military Tattoo. (FB)
YOU’LL VISIT Shakespeare’s birthplace in Grasmere, Edinburgh Castle, the Guinness Storehouse in Dublin, the Irish National Stud and Japanese Gardens in Kildare, the spectacular Ring of Kerry, Blarney Castle and its magical Stone of Eloquence, Waterford Crystal factory, the ancient Roman Baths in Bath and mysterious Stonehenge YOU’LL CRUISE Watch out for ‘Nessie’ as you cruise on Loch Ness YOU’LL VIEW The Houses of Parliament and Buckingham Palace in London, York Minster and medieval “Shambles”, and the Rock of Cashel
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BRITAIN & IRELAND EXPLORER DAY 7 EDINBURGH – ST. ANDREWS – INVERNESS Cross the Firth of Forth into Fife and make your way to St. Andrews, where golf was born. After some time to explore, cross the Tay and drive to the charming Victorian resort town of Pitlochry. Later, continue to Inverness and your hotel. (FB,D) THE COLUMBA
DAY 8 INVERNESS – LOCH LOMOND – ENGLISH LAKE DISTRICT In the morning, take a private cruise on Loch Ness, where you will soak up the scenery, historic monuments and tales of the infamous ‘Nessie’. Next, drive along the ‘Bonnie banks of Loch Lomond’, before crossing the English border. Pass the village of Grasmere, where the poet William Wordsworth is buried, before arriving at your lakeside hotel. (FB,D) MACDONALD OLD ENGLAND HOTEL & SPA
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DAY 9 ENGLISH LAKES – CHESTER In the morning, discover the beauty of the Lake District. Perhaps take a cruise on the tranquil waters of Lake Windermere? Step back into Roman times in Chester. See the city’s ancient encircling walls and remarkable 13th century black and white ‘Rows’. (FB,D) BEST WESTERN PREMIER QUEEN
DAY 10 CHESTER – NORTH WALES – DUBLIN (2 NIGHTS) Continue into Wales, past the massive Conwy Castle before crossing over to the Isle of Anglesey. From the port of Holyhead, set sail for Dublin in Ireland. (FB) TRINITY CITY HOTEL DAY 11 DUBLIN SIGHTSEEING & FREE TIME Experience Ireland’s national and world-famous drink with a guided visit to the Guinness Storehouse before it opens to the public. Then become acquainted with
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Dublin’s elegant squares during sightseeing with a local expert. See famous O’Connell Street, Custom House and Dublin Castle. The rest of the afternoon is at leisure. (FB) DAY 12 DUBLIN – KILLARNEY (2 NIGHTS)
Drive to Ireland’s premier thoroughbred horse breeding region for a fascinating visit of the National Stud and acclaimed 100-year-old Japanese Gardens where you can ‘journey through life’. Continue to view St. Patrick’s great Rock of Cashel, before reaching Killarney. At night, your Dine-Around evening offers you a selection of fine local restaurants. (FB,DA) KILLARNEY PLAZA
DAY 13 RING OF KERRY EXPERIENCE Join a delightful trip around the Ring of Kerry, a world of towering cliffs, lush lakelands and remote villages. In the afternoon, perhaps take an optional ride with the locals on one of Killarney’s jaunting cars? (FB) DAY 14 KILLARNEY – WATERFORD Start the day visiting Blarney Castle — home of the famous
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stone of eloquence. Travel on through the scenic port of Dungarvan to the historic walled city of Waterford, for a guided visit of the world famous crystal factory. In the evening, enjoy a Celebration Dinner. (FB,CD) DOOLEYS HOTEL
DAY 15 WATERFORD – CARDIFF From the port of Rosslare, board your ferry to cross the Irish Sea. A pleasant drive takes you to the Welsh capital, Cardiff, famous for its imposing castle and the brilliant Millennium Stadium. (FB) MERCURE HOLLAND HOUSE HOTEL AND SPA
DAY 16 CARDIFF – BATH – STONEHENGE – LONDON Head to Bath with its Georgian streets and crescents, for a visit to the Roman Baths and Pump Room. Then cross Salisbury Plain to visit mysterious Stonehenge. Return to London where your last night is at leisure. (FB) GOSVENOR DAY 17 LONDON – USA Your journey draws to a close after breakfast this morning (flight not included). (FB)
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INCLUDED HIGHLIGHTS CULTURAL INSIGHT Learn how delicate Irish crystal is crafted at the House of Waterford Crystal on a workshop tour CITY EXPLORATIONS City tour in London, Dublin and Edinburgh. Orientation of Bath, Cardiff, Chester, York and Oxford YOU’LL VISIT The ancient stone circle at Stonehenge, the Roman Baths in Bath, Waterford Crystal Showroom, Blarney Castle to kiss the stone, the Rock of Cashel, the town of Gretna Green, Edinburgh Castle, medieval Alnwick, Shakespeare’s Birthplace in Stratford-upon-Avon, one of Oxford University’s colleges (when open) YOU’LL VIEW The home to Harry Potter & Hogwarts’ Alnwick Castle, York Minster, Anne Hathaway’s thatched cottage, Sir Winston Churchill’s grave at Bladon YOU’LL SEE The Lake District’s magnificent scenery SCENIC DRIVE Around the Ring of Kerry
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YOUR JOURNEY DAY 1 USA – LONDON Overnight flight to London (not included). DAY 2 ARRIVE LONDON (2 NIGHTS)
Relax and unwind after your journey or take a stroll and familiarize yourself with the city’s unique and bustling atmosphere. PARK PLAZA COUNTY HALL
DAY 3 LONDON SIGHTSEEING & FREE TIME See the city’s major sights during your included guided sightseeing tour with a local specialist. (FB) DAY 4 LONDON – STONEHENGE – BATH – CARDIFF This morning meet your Travel Director before traveling to rural Wiltshire and visit the mystical ancient monoliths at Stonehenge on Salisbury Plain. Drive west through spectacular countryside to the beautiful city of Bath. Admire the Georgian architecture of the city and visit the Roman Baths before crossing the Severn Estuary to Cardiff, capital of Wales. View the Millennium Center and the National Assembly in Cardiff Bay. See the Millennium Stadium as well as the historic Cardiff Castle during your orientation of the city. This evening get to know your com panions and Travel Director at a Welcome Reception, which includes a typical Welsh pub meal and drinks. (FB,WR) JURYS INN
DAY 5 CARDIFF – WATERFORD Enjoy free time this morning. Cross the Irish Sea by ferry to the Emerald Isle and travel to historic Waterford. (FB,D) MARINA DAY 6 WATERFORD – BLARNEY – KENMARE (2 NIGHTS) Visit the renowned House of Waterford Crystal. Watch the master craftsmen at work during your cultural insight demonstra tion in the workshop and see the exquisite completed pieces in the showroom. At Blarney Castle, kiss the Blarney Stone and acquire the ‘gift of the gab’. Cross the Kerry Mountains to Kenmare, your home for the next two nights. This evening join your compan ions for a Be My Guest dinner on a traditional Irish farm in Kenmare. (FB,BG) KENMARE BAY
DAY 7 RING OF KERRY Today we experience Ireland’s most scenic coastal drive around the Iveragh Peninsula, better known as the Ring of Kerry. We will see Daniel O’Connell’s Cahirciveen, the fishing village of Waterville, the Black Valley and Moll’s Gap. Here mountains, valleys, lakes and sea blend into a landscape breathtaking beyond words. (FB) DAY 8 KENMARE – CASHEL – DUBLIN SIGHTSEEING (2 NIGHTS) This morning visit the Rock of Cashel in County Tipperary. The spectacular group of medieval buildings perched on an outcrop of limestone in the Golden Vale was once the seat of the Kings of
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Munster. Later arrive in the Irish capital, Dublin. See Trinity College, St. Patrick’s Cathedral, Phoenix Park and the stately Georgian Squares with your local specialist. (FB) BALLSBRIDGE DAY 9 DUBLIN SIGHTSEEING & FREE TIME This morning enjoy your choice of sightseeing. You might want to explore the Guinness Brewery with early entry before general admission. Or you can visit the Little Museum of Dublin, a true hidden gem of the city. Spend the rest of the day as you please. (FB) DAY 10 DUBLIN – CHESTER – LIVERPOOL Cross the Irish Sea to Holyhead, Wales. Stop at the station with the longest place name in Europe, lanfairpwllgwyngyllgogery chwyrndrobwllllantysiliogogo goch. See the spectacular
landscape of Snowdonia National Park as you travel to Chester. Your orientation walk includes the medieval walls and the famous Tudor ‘Rows’. Arrive later in historic Liverpool, hometown of the legendary Beatles. This evening join your companions for a Regional Meal at a local restaurant. (FB,RM) JURYS INN DAY 11 LIVERPOOL – LAKE DISTRICT – GRETNA GREEN – EDINBURGH (2 NIGHTS) Travel north through character istically glorious scenery from Lancashire to the Lake District. Traveling along the shores of England’s largest lake,
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Windermere, and through countryside that inspired the Romantic poets, you reach Grasmere. View the grave of William Wordsworth, buried at St. Oswald’s Church. Then cross the Scottish border and visit Gretna Green, where eloping couples would make their vows over the anvil. Later, arrive in the Scottish capital Edinburgh. (FB) APEX CITY
DAY 12 EDINBURGH SIGHTSEEING & FREE TIME This morning, enjoy a sightseeing tour of this wonderful city, including a visit to Edinburgh Castle, perched high above the city. See the Royal Mile, the elegant Palace of Holyroodhouse in the shadow of Arthur’s Seat, and the new Scottish Parliament building. Admire the Georgian architecture in the New Town. During the Festival, tickets to the spectacular Edinburgh Tattoo are included. (FB) DAY 13 EDINBURGH – ALNWICK – YORK Visit the medieval market town of Alnwick. See the impressive castle, home to the Duke of Northumberland, and the Tenantry Column, topped by the Percy Lion. Cross the River Tyne at Newcastle en-route to York
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where your walking orientation includes the medieval walls, the Shambles and the awe-inspiring Minster. (FB) HOTEL 53 DAY 14 YORK – STRATFORDUPON-AVON Visit Shakespeare’s Birthplace and Visitor Center in Stratfordupon-Avon, where the Bard was born and raised. View Anne Hathaway’s picturesque thatched cottage before enjoying some free time in the quaint town. This evening join your fellow travelers for a Farewell Dinner. (FB,FD) MERCURE SHAKESPEARE
DAY 15 STRATFORD-UPONAVON – BLADON – OXFORD – LONDON Visit the charming little church yard at Bladon, in the picturesque Cotswolds, to view Sir Winston Churchill’s grave. Arrive in Oxford, the oldest university city in the British Isles. View the Radcliffe Camera and the Bodleian Library and walk around one of the famous colleges (when open). Return to London this evening. (FB) PARK PLAZA COUNTY HALL
DAY 16 LONDON – USA Say a fond farewell to your travel ing companions at the end of a wonderful vacation (flight not included). (FB)
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INCLUDED HIGHLIGHTS BE MY GUEST Meet Farmer John and his wife Christine and enjoy a few hours of Cumbria farm-life with a traditional cream tea and some Highland cow company thrown in for good measure CITY EXPLORATION City tour in Edinburgh. Orientation of York, Durham, Glasgow, Grasmere, Bristol and Bath YOU’LL VISIT Shakespeare’s Birthplace in Stratford-upon-Avon, Edinburgh Castle, Whisky Distillery, Gretna Green, Wye Valley, the Roman Baths in Bath, the ancient stone circle at Stonehenge YOU’LL VIEW Anne Hathaway’s thatched cottage, York Minster, Hadrians’ Wall, Jedburgh Abbey, Tintern Abbey YOU’LL SEE The 18th green on the Old Course at St. Andrews, Blair Castle, the Lake District
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YOUR JOURNEY DAY 1 USA – LONDON Overnight flight to London (not included). DAY 2 ARRIVE LONDON Welcome to London. After check-in, relax or spend time exploring this wonderful city. HILTON KENSINGTON
DAY 3 LONDON – STRATFORDUPON-AVON – YORK This morning travel to Stratfordupon-Avon to view Anne Hathaway’s thatched cottage and visit Shakespeare’s Birthplace and Visitor Center. In your free time explore the charming cobbled streets of the town or walk along the banks of the River Avon. In York view the ancient city walls, picturesque Shambles and the magnificent Minster during your orientation walk through the Roman town. This evening get to know your companions and Travel Director at a Welcome Pub Reception, which includes a typical British pub meal and drink. (FB,WR) HOTEL 53
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DAY 4 YORK – DURHAM – EDINBURGH (2 NIGHTS) Set around the picturesque River Wear, Durham enjoys a long and varied history. View the 11th century Norman Cathedral and the castle overlooking Palace Green. Photograph Hadrian’s Wall before a scenic drive through Northumberland National Park. Admire spectac ular views of the Cheviot Hills as you cross the Scottish border. Stop to admire the ruins of Jedburgh Abbey before arriving in Edinburgh, Scotland’s bustling capital. (FB) JURYS INN DAY 5 EDINBURGH SIGHTSEEING & FREE TIME Set in rugged landscape and containing a vast array of medieval and Georgian architec ture, Edinburgh is a fascinating city. This morning your local specialist takes you on a sightseeing tour which includes the Royal Mile, views of the Palace of Holyroodhouse, Arthur’s Seat, Princes Street and the Scottish Parliament. Your
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choice of sightseeing includes a visit to Edinburgh Castle or Edinburgh’s Camera Obscura. This afternoon enjoy free time to explore the city at your own pace or join your Travel Director on an Optional Experience to Rosslyn Chapel, famous for its association with the Knights Templar. During the Edinburgh Festival your visit includes tickets to the Edinburgh Tattoo on the castle grounds. (FB) DAY 6 EDINBURGH – ST. ANDREWS – PITLOCHRY – SCOTTISH HIGHLANDS Cross the Forth Bridge to the ancient Kingdom of Fife and onto the famous golf course at St. Andrews. Stop to take photo graphs at the 18th green. Drive over the River Tay into the Scottish Highlands. Enjoy an included cultural insight at a whisky distillery to sample a ‘wee dram’. Arrive at Pitlochry a charming village on the edge of the Cairngorms National Park. A picturesque drive brings you to your hotel. Dine tonight in your hotel. (FB,D) HIGHLANDER
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DAY 7 SCOTTISH HIGHLANDS – SPEAN BRIDGE – GLENCOE – LOCH LOMOND – GLASGOW View the Commando Memorial at Spean Bridge and see views of Britain’s highest mountain — Ben Nevis. Drive to Glencoe, the site of a bloody massacre in 1692. Travel south through picturesque landscapes to Scotland’s prettiest loch, Loch Lomond. Later you arrive in Glasgow where your orientation includes George Square and St. Mungo’s Cathedral. (FB) RADISSON BLU DAY 8 GLASGOW – GRETNA GREEN – LAKE DISTRICT – LIVERPOOL Visit Gretna Green where eloping couples would make their vows over the anvil. Return to England and enjoy a light Be My Guest lunch in the Cumbrian country side. Later visit the Lake District where the great poet William Wordsworth once lived. Visit Grasmere where he wrote his most famous poem ‘Daffodils’ and see his final resting place in the churchyard of St. Oswald’s Church. View Lake Windermere, the largest natural lake in England before arriving in Liverpool. (FB,BG) MERCURE ATLANTIC TOWER
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$2,475
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$2,150
May 31
$2,225
†Aug 9
$2,475
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DAY 9 LIVERPOOL – WYE VALLEY – BRISTOL Travel through Welsh countryside this morning and stop in an area of outstanding natural beauty — the Wye Valley. At the village of Tintern, view the spectacular ruins of a world-famous Cistercian abbey. Later arrive in Bristol and see the Clifton Suspension Bridge and the SS Great Britain during your orientation. This evening join your Travel Director and fellow companions for a Farewell Dinner at a local restaurant. (FB,FD)
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• Personal Audio Headsets • Airport Transfers with the purchase of combined air and land package (see page 142 for London arrivals) • Luxury Motorcoach Transportation • Complimentary WiFi (see page 142)
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DAY 10 BRISTOL – BATH – STONEHENGE – LONDON Visit the UNESCO World Heritage City of Bath. See the splendid Georgian architecture and enjoy an included visit to the Roman Baths. Visit the mysterious prehistoric monoliths at Stonehenge. A scenic drive through Wiltshire and Hampshire brings you back to London. (FB) HILTON KENSINGTON
DAY 11 LONDON – USA Say farewell to your traveling companions as you prepare to return home after a memorable vacation (flight not included). (FB)
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INCLUDED HIGHLIGHTS CULTURAL INSIGHT Forage for the freshest food buys at Britain’s most renowned food market — Borough Market and rub shoulders with royalty enjoying an English cream tea at Kensington Palace CITY EXPLORATIONS City tour in London. Orientation of Borough Market and Greenwich YOU’LL VISIT Stonehenge, Windsor Castle, Westminster Abbey, Kensington Palace. You will also have a choice of fantastic free museums to visit including the Imperial War Museum and the British Museum YOU’LL CRUISE Scenic cruise along the Thames from the London Eye to Greenwich YOU’LL VIEW Big Ben, the Houses of Parliament, Westminster Abbey and Buckingham Palace SPECIAL EXTRA Explore the London Underground with your included 3 day London Oyster card pass
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YOUR JOURNEY DAY 1 USA – LONDON Overnight flight to London (not included) DAY 2 ARRIVE LONDON (7 NIGHTS)
Welcome to London, capital of Great Britain. Relax after check-in at your centrally located hotel or take a stroll down Oxford Street — one of the most famous shopping streets in the world. Meet your Travel Director and fellow travelers this evening for a Welcome Reception. (WR) CUMBERLAND
DAY 3 LONDON SIGHTSEEING & FREE TIME This morning after a leisurely start, your Travel Director takes you on an included half-day morning sightseeing tour featur ing Big Ben, the Houses of Parliament, Westminster Abbey and Buckingham Palace. See the Changing of the Guard before the sightseeing tour finishes in central London. You may decide to go shopping in some of the most
famous department stores or take a leisurely walk through pictur esque Hyde Park. Alternatively join an Optional Experience to the Tower of London to see the magnificent Crown Jewels and meet the Yeoman Warders of Her Majesty’s Royal Palace and Fortress popularly known as Beefeaters. This evening enjoy a delicious meal at Heddon Street Kitchen in the heart of the West End — one of Chef Gordon Ramsay’s newest London eateries. (FB,RM) DAY 4 EXCURSION TO WINDSOR CASTLE & STONEHENGE Today enjoy a full-day excursion from London. Visit Windsor Castle — one of the homes of the Queen and a working royal residence with a proud history. Visit the State Apartments and St. George’s Chapel before free time for lunch in this picturesque town. Later discover the bestknown prehistoric monument in Europe — the ancient stone circle at Stonehenge. Admire the stones and visit the world-class
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exhibition and visitors center before returning to London. (FB) DAY 5 LONDON AT LEISURE OR FULL DAY OPTIONAL EXPERIENCE TO OXFORD & THE COTSWOLDS Utilize your 3 day London Oyster card Pass. Your Travel Director will give you suggestions and recommendations on how to spend your day. Call in at Madame Tussauds or browse through the National Gallery in Trafalgar Square. Department stores line Oxford Street and Regent Street. Famous fashion houses can be found on Bond Street and Sloane Street. Knightsbridge is home to Harrods and many other stylish shops and boutiques. Antiques and curiosi ties can be found on Portobello Road, the Kings Road in Chelsea and at Camden Market. Alternatively you may consider a full day optional experience to the enchanting Cotswolds visiting Shakespeare’s Stratford-uponAvon and a stop in the university town of Oxford for a walk through the cobbled streets. (FB)
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Enjoy a traditional Cream Tea DAY 6 WESTMINSTER ABBEY & KENSINGTON PALACE WITH ENGLISH CREAM TEA This morning visit one of the most important churches in London and in the country on a guided visit with a local specialist. Westminster Abbey has been the traditional place of the coronation of kings and queens and the burial site for the English and later, the British monarchs. Find out why this church lost its cathedral status and pay your respects at the Tomb to the Unknown Soldier. Later visit Kensington Palace for an insight into the lives of the Royal Family. Tour the Royal Palace that was once home to Diana, Princess of Wales, and now housing the private apartments of her son Prince William and his wife Kate. Enjoy a delicious cream tea in the orangery before returning to your hotel. (FB,CT) DAY 7 BOROUGH FOOD MARKET & ICONIC MUSEUMS Borough Market is London’s most renowned food market; a source of exceptional British and inter national produce. Your Travel Director will take you for a cul tural insight into the daily lives of Londoners and market traditions that have been passed down for generations. It is a haven for
anybody who cares about the quality and provenance of the food they eat — chefs, restaura teurs, passionate amateur cooks and people who just happen to love eating and drinking. This afternoon you may wish to visit one of the iconic museums which are free to visit. The Imperial War Museum or the British Museum are two recommendations. Otherwise you may wish to explore the South Bank of the city and use your Oyster card to explore on your own. (FB) DAY 8 LONDON AT LEISURE & FAREWELL DINNER IN GREENWICH Your last full day in London is yours to enjoy. Do last minute shopping or take a trip up the Shard — Europe’s tallest build ing — for spectacular views out over the city. This evening meet with your Travel Director and travel companions for a cruise down the Thames to Greenwich. Sail under the famous Tower Bridge before enjoying a Farewell Dinner at a historic pub with a toast to your unforgettable week.
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*Jan 20, 27
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DAY 9 LONDON – USA After breakfast, say farewell to London and your newfound friends (flight not included). (FB)
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Best of Ireland 11 DAYS from $1,975 per person
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INCLUDED HIGHLIGHTS CULTURAL INSIGHT Visit the Dunbrody Famine Ship to gain an insight into the plight of Irish Emigrants in the 1800’s BE MY GUEST Enjoy a traditional afternoon tea with Banoffee and Baileys flavors in the Old Kitchens of a stately 16th century home near the charming town of Westport CITY EXPLORATIONS City tour in Dublin. Orientation of Waterford, Killarney, Limerick, Galway and Donegal YOU’LL VISIT Glasnevin Trust, Waterford crystal showroom, Blarney Castle, the Ring of Kerry, Dingle Peninsula, Adare, Bunratty Folk Park, Cliffs of Moher, the rugged Burren, mystical Connemara, Kylemore Abbey, the Marian Shrine at Knock and County Donegal YOU’LL VIEW St. Patrick’s Cathedral and Phoenix Park in Dublin, King John’s Castle and St. Mary’s Cathedral in Limerick and the Cathedral of Galway and Donegal Castle SCENIC DRIVE Along the Ring of Kerry and the Dingle Peninsula
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Adare, Limerick
YOUR JOURNEY DAY 1 USA – DUBLIN Board your overnight flight to Dublin (not included). DAY 2 ARRIVE DUBLIN – AFTERNOON SIGHTSEEING On arrival to Dublin Airport transfers will operate at 8.30am, 11am and 1pm. Guests arriving later should make their own way to the hotel. Later meet your fellow travelers and Travel Director for a sightseeing tour of this wonderful city with a local specialist where you will hear stories about some of the brave characters from recent Irish history. Enjoy a Welcome Reception and get to know your fellow travelers. (WR) BALLSBRIDGE
DAY 3 DUBLIN – CO. WICKLOW – NEW ROSS – WATERFORD Head through scenic Co. Wicklow known as The Garden of Ireland and on to New Ross — the ancestral home town of John F. Kennedy. Visit the Dunbrody Famine Ship to gain a cultural insight into the plight of Irish Emigrants. Later arrive in Waterford and see how the famous crystal is crafted during your guided tour of the Visitor Center. (FB,D) DOOLEY’S
DAY 4 WATERFORD – YOUGHAL – BLARNEY – KILLARNEY (2 NIGHTS) Travel via the historic seaport town of Youghal, once home to Sir Walter Raleigh. At Blarney, gain the ‘gift of the gab’ as you have a chance to kiss the famous stone. Arrive later in
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Killarney, your home for the next two nights. (FB,D) DROMHALL DAY 5 RING OF KERRY EXCURSION Today we experience Ireland’s most scenic coastal drive around the Iveragh Peninsula, better known as the ‘Ring of Kerry’. It is undoubtedly one of the most magical and varied places in the whole of Ireland and is truly a photographers delight. We will also see Daniel O’Connell’s Cahirciveen, the fishing village of Waterville, the Black Valley and Moll’s Gap. Here, mountains, valleys, lakes and sea blend into a landscape that is often breath taking beyond words. (FB) DAY 6 KILLARNEY – DINGLE PENINSULA – ADARE – LIMERICK Explore the beauty of the Dingle Peninsula with its small fishing towns and rugged landscape.
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Visit Adare, one of the prettiest villages in Ireland. Your orienta tion of Limerick includes views of St. Mary’s Cathedral, King John’s Castle and the Treaty Stone. (FB) GREENHILLS
DAY 7 LIMERICK – BUNRATTY – CLIFFS OF MOHER – GALWAY (2 NIGHTS) Explore Bunratty Castle and Folk Park dedicated to life in Ireland during the 18th and 19th century. Visit the magnificent Cliffs of Moher and see the history of the cliffs brought to life with a visit to the ‘Atlantic Edge’ exhibition. Later arrive in Galway. (FB,D) CONNACHT DAY 8 CONNEMARA EXCURSION This unspoiled region of Western Ireland is captured in the film ‘The Quiet Man’ featuring John Wayne and Maureen O’Hara. Today see the untouched landscape of the Connemara picturesque mountain ranges and golden beaches that stretch out into the Atlantic. During your scenic drive, stop at Kylemore Abbey for an included visit to the country’s most romantic castle and walk through the Victorian Walled Garden. Travel on to Westport House for a memorable Be My Guest exper ience. Enjoy a welcome drink in the impressive drawing room
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which features James Wyatt’s 19th century sky ceiling and an impressive original parquet floor. After a guided tour of the house you will be hosted for a delicious afternoon tea in the restored Victorian kitchens. (BB,BG) DAY 9 GALWAY – KNOCK – SLIGO Heading north we stop in the town of Knock to view the Marian Shrine. See the grave of Irish poet W.B. Yeats in the churchyard of Drumcliff. Later arrive in Sligo. (FB) CLARION/FITZWILTON
DAY 10 SLIGO – DUBLIN Travel back to Dublin where you will have time to explore this lively city. Walk down Grafton Street and see the street performers and musicians or walk the banks of the River Liffey and cross the Ha’penny Bridge. Tonight join your fellow travelers for a Farewell Dinner. (FB,FD) CLAYTON LEOPARDSTOWN
DAY 11 DUBLIN – USA After a hearty Irish breakfast, say farewell to your Travel Director and fellow travelers as your Irish vacation comes to an end. Transfers arrive at Dublin Airport at 7.30am, 9.30am and 11.30am (flight not included). (FB)
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INCLUDED HIGHLIGHTS CULTURAL INSIGHT Explore the tragic history of Ireland’s famine emigration at the Dunbrody Famine Ship Experience, a replica of one of the original famine ships used in the 1800s, and learn how delicate Irish crystal is crafted at the House of Waterford Crystal during a workshop tour BE MY GUEST Enjoy a traditional Irish meal with an Italian twist, served up at Glenealy Farmhouse near Dublin with the charming Fulvio family on hand to share their story CITY EXPLORATIONS City tour of Dublin. Orientation in Galway, Limerick and Waterford YOU’LL VISIT Bunratty Folk Park, the Cliffs of Moher, Blarney to kiss the stone and gain the ‘gift of the gab’, Youghal, Waterford Crystal Showroom and the famine ship in New Ross YOU’LL VIEW St. Patrick’s Cathedral and Phoenix Park in Dublin, King John’s Castle and St. Mary’s Cathedral in Limerick YOU’LL SEE The Cathedral of Galway SCENIC DRIVE Around the spectacular Ring of Kerry
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YOUR JOURNEY DAY 1 USA – DUBLIN Board your overnight flight to Dublin (not included). DAY 2 ARRIVE DUBLIN – AFTERNOON SIGHTSEEING On arrival at Dublin Airport transfers will operate at 8.30am, 11am and 1pm. Guests arriving later should make their own way to the hotel. Spend the morning relaxing or exploring this vibrant, friendly city. Meet your Travel Director and fellow travelers this afternoon and view Trinity College, St. Patrick’s Cathedral, Phoenix Park and the stately Georgian Squares with your local specialist. This evening enjoy a Welcome Reception where you meet your Travel Director and fellow travelers at a traditional Irish pub — the perfect introduc tion to Dublin. (WR) BALLSBRIDGE/ SANDYMOUNT
DAY 3 DUBLIN – GALWAY – LIMERICK This morning head towards Galway. See the Cathedral and enjoy some free time in the city. In Limerick view King John’s Castle, St. Mary’s Cathedral and the Treaty Stone during your orientation. (FB) GREENHILLS DAY 4 LIMERICK – BUNRATTY – CLIFFS OF MOHER – KILLARNEY (2 NIGHTS) Start your day with a visit to Bunratty Castle and explore the Folk Park, a living museum dedica ted to life in Ireland during the 18th and 19th centuries. Then continue to the Cliffs of Moher. See the history of the cliffs brought to life with a visit to the ‘Atlantic Edge’ exhibition. After a picturesque coastal drive through the villages of Lahinch and Kilrush, take the ferry across the Shannon estuary. Arrive tonight in Killarney, your home for the next two nights. (FB) INTERNATIONAL/KILLARNEY AVENUE
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DAY 5 RING OF KERRY EXCURSION Today we experience Ireland’s most scenic coastal drive around the Iveragh Peninsula, better known as the Ring of Kerry. It is undoubtedly one of the most magical and varied places in the whole of Ireland and is truly a photographer’s delight. We will also see Daniel O’Connell’s Cahirciveen, the fishing village of Waterville, the Black Valley and Moll’s Gap. Here mountains, valleys, lakes and sea blend into a landscape that is often breath taking beyond words. (FB) DAY 6 KILLARNEY – BLARNEY – YOUGHAL – WATERFORD As you are leaving Killarney this morning, cross the Kerry Mountains and travel through the colorful market town of Macroom and see the impressive Castle Arch. Once the gateway to Macroom Castle, it is now almost
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all that remains. Next stop is Blarney Castle to kiss the Blarney Stone and acquire the ‘gift of the gab’. Later visit the historic seaport town of Youghal, once home to Sir Walter Raleigh, before arriving in Waterford. Dine tonight at your hotel. (FB,D) FITZWILTON/WATERFORD/MARINA
DAY 7 WATERFORD – NEW ROSS – CO. WICKLOW – DUBLIN This morning visit the House of Waterford Crystal for a cultural insight demonstration. Watch the master craftsmen at work during your tour of the workshop, and see the exquisite completed pieces in the showroom. Later stop in the town of New Ross and see the monument to John F. Kennedy who visited his ancestral
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family hometown in 1963. Visit the three-masted famine ship Dunbrody, and gain a cultural insight into the tragic plight of Irish emigration during the 1800s. Continue through County Wexford and the lush country side of County Wicklow. Join your companions and Travel Director this evening for a Be My Guest Farewell Dinner, before continuing to your Dublin hotel. (FB,BG) CLAYTON LEOPARDSTOWN/ RED COW MORAN
DAY 8 DUBLIN – USA Say goodbye after your unforgettable journey through the friendly Emerald Isle. Airport transfers will arrive at Dublin Airport at 7am, 9am and 11am (flight not included). (FB)
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INCLUDED HIGHLIGHTS SIGNATURE EXPERIENCES Select departures enjoy reserved seats at the spectacular Military Tattoo at Edinburgh Castle CITY EXPLORATIONS City tour in Londonderry and Edinburgh. Orientation of Dublin and Inverness YOU’LL VISIT Trinity College Library and see the lavish 9C Book of Kells in Dublin, the Irish National Stud and Japanese Gardens in Kildare, the Waterford Crystal factory showroom, Blarney Castle, the Ring of Kerry, the Cliffs of Moher, Giants Causeway, Robert Burns’ birthplace, Colluden Moore Visitor Center, Glen Ord Distillery and Edinburgh Castle YOU’LL CRUISE On Loch Ness YOU’LL VIEW King John’s Castle and St. Mary’s Cathedral in Limerick, Commando Memorial and Ben Nevis, Loch Ness and the Scottish Crown Jewels in Edinburgh
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YOUR JOURNEY DAY 1 USA – DUBLIN Overnight flight to Dublin (not included). DAY 2 ARRIVE DUBLIN (2 NIGHTS)
On arrival at Dublin Airport, your airport transfer service leaves for the hotel at 8.30am, 11am and 1.30pm. Later, join your Travel Director for a pleasant evening of dinner and wine. (WD) CLAYTON CARDIFF LANE
DAY 3 DUBLIN SIGHTSEEING & FREE TIME Orientation takes you past the Custom House and along the River Liffey to see the Guinness Brewery and Dublin Castle. Walk through the cobbled courtyards of Trinity College and experience a student-led insight into its history. Then, enjoy fast-track entry into its famed library and the 9th century Book of Kells exhibition. (FB) DAY 4 DUBLIN – WATERFORD – CORK Kildare offers a look behind the scenes at one of the country’s main racehorse breeding centers
and visit the finest Japanese Gardens in Europe, for a ‘journey
through life’. Head to Waterford for a guided visit of the House of Waterford Crystal and meet a master craftsman. Then travel on to Cork. (FB) ORIEL HOUSE/ MALDRON HOTEL
DAY 5 CORK – KILLARNEY (2 NIGHTS)
In the morning, see the Court House and Cork’s fine Georgian houses, before visiting ruined Blarney Castle, the home of the famous Stone of Eloquence. Continue on to Killarney where you join a local ‘Jarvey’ aboard one of the jaunting cars. The rest of the afternoon is at leisure. (FB,D) KILLARNEY AVENUE HOTEL
DAY 6 RING OF KERRY EXPERIENCE Tour the superb seascapes, towering cliffs and spectacular mountains of the Ring of Kerry. Follow the narrow road as it winds through delightful villages like Sneem, cross the peat bogs of the Black Mountains to Moll’s Gap and admire Queen Victoria’s ‘Ladies View’. Return midafternoon for time at leisure. (FB)
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DAY 7 KILLARNEY – LIMERICK Begin the day with a delightful ferry ride across the Shannon Estuary. Journey to the Visitor Center at the 700-foot Cliffs of Moher. Enjoy magnificent views of the Clare Coast before con tinuing to Limerick. See St. Mary’s Cathedral, King John’s Castle and the Treaty Stone. (FB) CASTLE OAKS HOTEL
DAY 8 LIMERICK – GALWAY – SLIGO BAY Join your Travel Director in Galway to see the infamous Lynch Memorial and the Church of St. Nicholas. Also see the aged Spanish Arch and Eyre Square. Tour the wild Connemara region, a scenic wonderland of rivers, lakes and silent hills. In the evening, your perfect country retreat is set on the scenic shores of Sligo Bay. (FB,D) RADISSON BLU SLIGO
DAY 9 SLIGO BAY – GIANT’S CAUSEWAY – BALLYGALLY The day begins in Drumcliffe, with a visit to the final resting place of Ireland’s famous poet, William Butler Yeats. Cross into Northern Ireland and visit Londonderry, and experience
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DAY 10 BALLYGALLY – GLASGOW – LOCH LOMOND Ride the ferry to Scotland and continue along the Ayrshire Coast. Pass The Open golf links of Turnberry before arriving in Alloway, where you visit Robert Burns’ birthplace and see the Burns’ monument Brig ‘O Doon’. Spend the night by the peaceful Loch Lomond. (FB) WINNOCK HOTEL DAY 11 LOCH LOMOND – GLENCOE – INVERNESS
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the Culloden Moor Visitor Center, where Bonnie Prince Charlie’s Jacobite army was finally defeated. Then have a ‘wee dram’ at a visit to the Glen Ord Distillery and delve into the fascinating world of the single malt. (FB,D) DAY 13 INVERNESS – ST. ANDREWS – EDINBURGH (2 NIGHTS)
A scenic drive takes you to visit St. Andrews, the home of golf. Continue across the majestic Forth Road Bridge to the Scottish capital. In the evening, selected departures attend the spec tacular Edinburgh Military Tattoo. (FB) THE ROXBURGHE/HOLYROOD HOTEL
In the morning, head north for a scenic drive along the banks of Loch Lomond and the dramatic landscape of Glencoe, before reaching Fort William. Experience a journey of discovery on a Loch Ness cruise. Soak up the scenery, and intriguing tales of ‘Nessie’.
DAY 14 EDINBURGH SIGHTSEEING & FREE TIME In the morning, join your local expert for a visit to Edinburgh Castle, housing the Scottish Crown Jewels. At the bottom of the Royal Mile, stands the Queen’s Holyroodhouse Palace. In the evening, join your friends at a stylish restaurant for a grand finale Celebration Dinner.
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DAY 12 HIGHLANDS EXPERIENCE Enjoy an orientation tour of Inverness before driving out to
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sightseeing with one of Northern Ireland’s best storytellers, Ronan, as he takes you inside the city walls. Continue around the coast to the amazing Giants Causeway. Drive along the Antrim coast road to your hotel. (FB,D)
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INCLUDED HIGHLIGHTS CULTURAL INSIGHTS Enjoy a tour and a tasting at Glengoyne, known as Scotland’s most beautiful whisky distillery for a tour and a tasting of their unique Highland single malt whisky. Select departures enjoy reserved seats at the spectacular Military Tattoo BE MY GUEST Join the Wood family at their 15th century historical farm on the shores of Loch Ard for a home-cooked Scottish dinner, tales of Rob Roy and a few foot-tapping Ceilidh tunes CITY EXPLORATIONS City tour in Edinburgh. Orientation of Glasgow and Stirling YOU’LL VISIT Edinburgh Castle, Pitlochry, the Isle of Skye, Culloden battlefield and Stirling Castle YOU’LL VIEW The 18th green at St. Andrews, the Glenfinnan Monument, Eilean Donan Castle, Loch Ness, Glencoe, People’s Palace and Winter Gardens and George Square in Glasgow
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YOUR JOURNEY DAY 1 USA – EDINBURGH Overnight flight to Edinburgh (not included). DAY 2 ARRIVE EDINBURGH (2 NIGHTS)
On arrival at Edinburgh Airport transfers will operate at 9am, 11.30am and 2pm to the hotel. This evening, meet your com panions and Travel Director at a Welcome Reception, which includes a light meal and drinks. (WR) NOVOTEL CITY CENTRE
DAY 3 EDINBURGH SIGHTSEEING & FREE TIME This morning, your local expert takes you on a sightseeing tour of this wonderful city, including a visit to Edinburgh Castle, perched high above the city. See the Royal Mile, the elegant Holyrood Palace in the shadow of Arthur’s Seat, and the new Scottish Parliament building. Admire the elegant Georgian architecture in the New Town. During the Edinburgh Festival, your visit will
include tickets to the dazzling Edinburgh Tattoo. (FB) DAY 4 EDINBURGH – ST. ANDREWS – PITLOCHRY – SCOTTISH HIGHLANDS (2 NIGHTS)
Travel across the Firth of Forth to St. Andrews to view the cele brated ancient university and the home of golf. Continue north across the Tay at Dundee, to visit Pitlochry, a charming village on the banks of the River Tummel. Explore the village or join an optional experience to visit Blair Castle, ancestral home to the Dukes of Atholl. Dine tonight at your hotel. (FB,D) LAGGAN GASKMORE
DAY 5 ISLE OF SKYE & SCENIC HIGHLANDS EXCURSION This morning travel to the coast and take a ferry over the sea to Skye from Mallaig to Armadale. Drive up the Sleat Peninsula and admire the spectacular scenery before stopping for time to have lunch. Cross over a road bridge to view scenic Eilean Donan Castle
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back on the mainland. Continue your journey past the lochs and glens of the Scottish Highlands and visit Culloden battlefield. This site was where the final confron tation of the Jacobite rising of 1745 took place and also played a part in the religious civil war in Britain. Later return to your hotel in Newtonmore. (FB,D) DAY 6 SCOTTISH HIGHLANDS – GLENCOE – GLASGOW (2 NIGHTS) Stop at the Commando Memorial near Fort William for breathtaking views of Britain’s highest mountain, Ben Nevis. Continue south through Glencoe, ‘Glen of the Weeping’, site of the infamous massacre of the Macdonald clan by the Campbell’s in 1692. Journey along the bonnie banks of Loch Lomond, immortalized in the well-known Scottish song, to the lively city of Glasgow. (FB) RADISSON BLU/HILTON STRATHCLYDE
DAY 7 STIRLING CASTLE EXCURSION Start your day with an orientation of Glasgow including views of the
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magnificent People’s Palace and Winter Gardens which opened in 1898, the impressive George Square as well as the River Clyde, former heart of the shipbuilding industry. Enjoy some free time to explore this vibrant city. Later visit Stirling Castle, a symbol of national pride and once a place of great power. See the ‘Stirling Heads’ and visit the halls, chapels and bedrooms of this imposing castle. From the castle walls view the Wallace Monument — dedicated to Sir William Wallace and overlooking the battlefield of Stirling Bridge. Later travel into the Trossachs National Park. Here enjoy a cultural insight into whisky making with a visit to Glengoyne Whisky Distillery to sample a ‘wee dram’. Tonight, experience a Be My Guest Farewell Dinner at a working hill farm on the banks of Loch Ard. (FB,BG) DAY 8 GLASGOW – USA After a hearty Scottish breakfast, bid farewell to your Travel Director and companions as your vacation in Scotland comes to an end. Transfers will arrive at Glasgow Airport at 7am and 9am (flight not included). (FB)
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INCLUDED HIGHLIGHTS SIGNATURE EXPERIENCES Journey through the heart of the Swiss Alps aboard the worldfamous Glacier Express. A spectacular journey by cable car and cogwheel railway takes you to the summit of Stanserhorn for expansive mountain views over Lake Lucerne for your special Celebration Dinner Visit Neuschwanstein Castle
YOUR JOURNEY DAY 1 USA – MUNICH Overnight flight to Munich (not included). DAY 2 ARRIVE MUNICH (2 NIGHTS)
Welcome to Fun-Loving Munich. Airport transfers leave Munich Airport for your hotel at 10am and 1pm. Later, join your Travel Director for a Welcome Reception, a pleasant evening of dinner and wine. (WD) LEONARDO ROYAL HOTEL/THE WESTIN GRAND
DAY 3 NEUSCHWANSTEIN EXCURSION Embark on an exciting visit to Neuschwanstein Castle. See the exuberantly-decorated
apartments including the Throne Room and Lohengrin Grotto. The
rest of the day is free for you to explore Bavaria’s capital city. (BB) DAY 4 MUNICH – OBERAMMERGAU Continue on to Oberammergau, home of the Passion Play since 1634. With your Travel Director, see the immense theater and colorful chalets before checking into your hotel for the night. (BB,DW) ALTE POST
DAY 5 MUNICH – SALZBURG A short drive over the Austrian border leads to Salzburg. Sightseeing with a local expert will reveal the formal gardens of Mirabell Palace, the imposing fortress, the Cathedral in the Old Town and Mozart’s birthplace. In
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the afternoon, perhaps take an optional experience to Hilter’s notorious ‘Eagles Nest’. (BB) ARCOTEL CASTELLANI
DAY 6 SALZBURG – WACHAU VALLEY – DÜRNSTEIN – VIENNA (2 NIGHTS) First stop will be Mondsee to view the ‘Sound of Music’ church, before continuing on through Melk to the beautiful town of Dürnstein, set in the Wachau Valley. Immerse yourself in the vineyards and cellars of a local winery to learn about and sample the unique Wachau style of wine. Finally, head for the Austrian capital of Vienna for dinner to choose from a selection of prized restaurants. (BB,DA) HILTON
CITY EXPLORATIONS City tour in Salzburg and Vienna. Orientation of Munich and Innsbruck YOU’LL VISIT Neuschwanstein Castle in the Bavarian Alps, Schönbrunn Palace in Vienna and a local winery in Dürnstein YOU’LL VIEW The Passion Play theater in Oberammergau, Mirabell Palace and Mozart’s birthplace in Salzburg, the ‘Sound of Music’ church in Mondsee, the Imperial Palace and Golden Roof in Innsbruck, and the Lion Monument in Lucerne
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COUNTRY ROADS OF BAVARIA, SWITZERLAND & AUSTRIA DAY 7 EXPLORE VIENNA In the morning, a local expert will reveal the highlights of Schönbrunn Palace. Spend some time in the formal gardens before going on to view St. Charles’ Church, the Hofburg Palace, Parliament and State Opera House. The afternoon is free. (BB)
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DAY 8 VIENNA – ST. VEIT AN DER GLAN Take a delightful drive through undiscovered Austria. Climb the dramatic Semmering Pass and stop in Kindberg with its colorful maypole. Continue to St. Veit an der Glan, former seat of the
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Dukes of Carinthia and enjoy exploring the fabulous medieval city walls, the old town square and the ancient Plague column. (BB,DW) BLUMENHOTEL
DAY 9 ST. VEIT AN DER GLAN – THE DOLOMITES – INNSBRUCK Enter Italy by way of Lago di Misurina and the Tre Croci Pass to pause in the fashionable ski resort of Cortina d’Ampezzo. Cross back into Austria and continue to Innsbruck. An orientation of Innsbruck shows you the 14th century houses of the old town, the impressive Imperial Palace and the delightful Golden Roof. (BB) HILTON
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DAY 10 OBERAMMERGAU – THE ENGADINE VALLEY – ST. MORITZ In the morning, enter Switzerland, driving along the beautiful Engadine Valley to the chic Alpine resort of St. Moritz. Enjoy the marvelous scenery and fresh air or browse in the elegant boutiques. Another option is a ride aboard the Bernina Express. (BB,D) SCHWEIZERHOF HOTEL/CRYSTAL HOTEL
DAY 11 ST. MORITZ – GLACIER EXPRESS – LUCERNE (2 NIGHTS) Enjoy an unforgettable journey on-board the Glacier Express train. Ascend through the spiral tunnels of the Albula Pass and cross the Landwasser Viaduct before heading down through the Oberalp Valley to rejoin the coach at Andermatt. Continue north to lovely Lucerne, one of Europe’s most popular cities. Join your Travel Director to see the sorrowful sculpture of the dying lion, hewn out of a limestone cliff to commemorate those Swiss Guards who died at the Battle of the Tuileries. (BB)
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DAY 12 MOUNT STANSERHORN EXCURSION The morning is at leisure in this beautiful city. Stroll across the Chapel Bridge to the Jesuit Church, or use your free time to shop. Later, head to the town of Stans, to embark on a scenic journey by funicular railway and cable car to the summit of the stunning Stanserhorn. Here,
amid true Alpine majesty, your amazing journey literally peaks with a fabulous farewell Celebration Dinner in a panoramic restaurant. This will be a fantastic bird’s-eye wining and dining experience you’ll never forget! (BB,CD) DAY 13 LUCERNE – ZÜRICH – USA Your departure transfer arrives at Zurich Airport at 8am (flight not included). (BB) Please do not schedule any flights before 10am.
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INCLUDED HIGHLIGHTS BE MY GUEST Enjoy a banquet and stories of knights and feuding lords in a fairytale 13th century castle perched high above the Rhine Valley CITY EXPLORATIONS City tour in Berlin. Orientation of Frankfurt, Cologne, Hamburg, Dresden, Nuremberg, Rothenburg, Munich and Heidelberg YOU’LL VISIT Hamelin, the Berlin TV Tower, Mödlareuth Open Air Museum and Neuschwanstein Castle YOU’LL SEE The Lorelei Rock, Cologne Cathedral and the Bavarian Alps YOU’LL CRUISE Along the River Rhine
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YOUR JOURNEY DAY 1 USA – FRANKFURT Overnight flight to Frankfurt (not included). DAY 2 ARRIVE FRANKFURT Welcome to Frankfurt. On arrival at Frankfurt Airport transfers will operate at 9.30am, 12noon and 2.30pm. Guests arriving later should make their own way to the hotel. After check-in this aftern oon your Travel Director takes you on an orientation of the city’s dynamic financial center and medieval Römerplatz. Tonight join your Travel Director and fellow travelers for a Welcome Reception including a light meal and welcome drink. (WR) SHERATON OFFENBACH
DAY 3 FRANKFURT – RHINE CRUISE – COLOGNE – DÜSSELDORF This morning see the site of the famous Lorelei Rock and cruise along the mighty River Rhine past medieval castles and terraced vineyards. Stop to experience a unique Be My Guest lunch at an atmospheric castle above the river. Pass the famous vineyards along the Rhine Valley before arriving in Cologne, Germany’s fourth largest city. View the impressive Gothic cathedral during your orientation of the city.
Dine tonight at your hotel. (BB,BG,D) LEONARDO CITY CENTRE/ LEONARDO MÖNCHENGLADBACH
DAY 4 DÜSSELDORF – HAMELIN – HAMBURG Drive through Lower Saxony and stop in Hamelin en-route to Hamburg. Hamelin is a pictur esque town of fairytale fame and is immortalized in poems by Goethe and Robert Browning. Later in Hamburg see the main sights during your orientation tour with your Travel Director. Consider a guided cruise along the city’s water ways and discover why Hamburg is called Germany’s ‘Gateway to the World’. Dine tonight at your hotel. (BB,D) CROWNE PLAZA HAMBURG CITY ALSTER
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Follow the valley of the River Elbe from Hamburg, across the former ‘Iron Curtain’ to the historic city of Berlin, your home for the next two nights. This afternoon marvel at the landmarks of the old East and West sections of Berlin during your sightseeing tour with a local specialist. See the Brandenburg Gate, Unter den Linden and the Reichstag Building which were all major points of focus 27 years ago in 1990 during
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the reunification of East and West Germany. Also see the Tiergarten and Kurfürstendamm famous for its shopping and entertainment. (BB) HILTON DAY 6 BERLIN SIGHTSEEING & FREE TIME This morning enjoy a cultural insight experience with fantastic 360° views of the city from the Berlin TV Tower. Spend the rest of your day exploring on your own and shopping for souvenirs. (BB)
DAY 7 BERLIN – DRESDEN A short drive south brings you to Dresden — known as ‘Florence on the Elbe’. See the highlights of this astonishing Baroque city including the Opera House and Zwinger Palace. Consider taking an in-depth look at the treasures of Dresden on an Optional Experience. (BB) PULLMAN NEWA DAY 8 DRESDEN – MÖDLAREUTH – NUREMBERG Visit the Mödlareuth Open Air Museum for an insight into ‘divided Germany’. See the differ ences between East and West Germany as well as parts of the original Berlin Wall. Later arrive in Nuremberg, where you see mighty ramparts and St. Sebald’s Cathedral on your orientation tour of the city. (BB) MARITIM
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DAY 9 NUREMBERG – ROTHENBURG – MUNICH (2 NIGHTS)
Your Travel Director takes you on an orientation walk of Rothenburg, perhaps the most well-preserved medieval town in Germany. Sights include half-timbered houses and the Old Town Hall. Shop for wood en Christmas ornaments before following parts of the Romantic Road through picturesque villages and pristine countryside to Munich, the lively capital of Bavaria. See the Olympic Stadium before arriving at your hotel. (BB) LEONARDO SOUTH
DAY 10 MUNICH ORIENTATION & FREE TIME See the city’s landmarks on your orientation tour including Odeonsplatz and Marienplatz, famous for its Glockenspiel. You could visit Munich’s fine museums or enjoy a walk in some of the beautiful city gardens. This evening consider an Optional Experience to one of Munich’s world famous beer halls. (BB) DAY 11 MUNICH – NEUSCHWANSTEIN – BLACK FOREST Stop at Neuschwanstein to visit King Ludwig’s fairytale 19th
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DAY 12 BLACK FOREST – HEIDELBERG – FRANKFURT This morning enjoy a cultural insight when you learn how the famous cuckoo clocks are made during a demonstration of the craft. A scenic drive brings you to the famous university town of Heidelberg built alongside the picturesque River Neckar. View Heidelberg Castle, one of the most important Renaissance structures north of the Alps, as well as the Baroque style Old Town. Enjoy some free time for souvenir shopping before con tinuing on to Frankfurt. Tonight enjoy a Farewell Dinner with your travel companions as you celebrate the highlights of your trip. (BB,FD) SHERATON OFFENBACH DAY 13 FRANKFURT – USA This morning, say ‘Auf Wiedersehen’ to your Travel Director and traveling compan ions as your memorable vacation comes to an end. Transfers arrive at Frankfurt Airport at 8am and 10am (flight not included). (BB)
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Best of Switzerland 10 DAYS from $2,350 per person
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INCLUDED HIGHLIGHTS CULTURAL INSIGHT See specialty wood carvers at work in Brienz BE MY GUEST Take a scenic drive along the Tresa Valley and up to the vineyards of the Hostettler family who will share the history of their family winery and enjoy traditional Ticino cuisine with a touch of Italy CITY EXPLORATIONS Orientation of Zurich and Lucerne YOU’LL VISIT The Federal capital Berne, Montreux, the Castle of Chillon, Zermatt, Lugano, St. Moritz, Interlaken and Brienz YOU’LL VIEW The Matterhorn and the Jungfrau mountains (weather permitting), Lake Lugano, Lake Como, Chapel Bridge and Lion Monument in Lucerne
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YOUR JOURNEY DAY 1 USA – ZURICH Overnight flight to Zurich (not included). DAY 2 ARRIVE ZURICH Welcome to Zurich, Switzerland’s financial center. For your convenience the hotel is located at the airport so make your own way from the airport terminal. After check-in, meet your travel companions at 2.30pm and see the charm and beauty of this beautiful lakeside city during an
orientation. Later, meet your Travel Director and enjoy a Welcome Reception. (WR) RADISSON BLU AIRPORT
DAY 3 ZURICH – BERNE – LAKE GENEVA – MONTREUX Stop in Berne the capital city of Switzerland en route to Lake Geneva. Arrive this afternoon in the lakeside town of Montreux, famous for its annual Jazz festival. In your free time stroll along the flower lined lakefront promenade, or watch the world go by at a sidewalk café. (BB) EUROTEL RIVIERA
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DAY 4 MONTREUX – LAKE GENEVA – CHILLON – ZERMATT (2 NIGHTS) This morning, visit the pictur esque Chillon Castle immortalized by Lord Byron’s ‘Prisoner of Chillon’. Continue your journey to Zermatt, inaccessible by coach, and ascend to your hotel by electric mini-buses and taxis. (BB) BEST WESTERN PLUS ALPEN
DAY 5 ZERMATT AT LEISURE Enjoy the natural beauty of the Swiss Alps with your free day here in picturesque Zermatt. Why
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not join an optional experience to the Klein Matterhorn where the views across the mountain peaks are spectacular. (BB) DAY 6 ZERMATT – BAVENO Today leave Zermatt and views of the Matterhorn behind you as you travel to lakeside Locarno. On your way enjoy a delicious Be My Guest luncheon with a Swiss family in a small mountain village. (BB,BG) SIMPLON
DAY 7 ST. MORITZ This morning, travel along the shores of Lake Lugano to the lakeside Italian town of Menaggio for beautiful views of Lake Como. Continue your journey back across the Swiss border and enter the Upper Engadine valley. Stop in the town of Tirano where you will board your train and start your spectacular journey. Soak in the breathtaking scenery enroute to the resort town of St. Moritz. Dine tonight at your hotel. (BB,D) LAUNDINELLA
DAY 8 ST. MORITZ – LUCERNE SIGHTSEEING & FREE TIME (2 NIGHTS)
See Lake Zurich this morning as you make your way to Lucerne.
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View the Lion Monument and cross the iconic wooden Chapel Bridge to explore this picturesque town. In your free time explore the old city and shop for Swiss watches and chocolate, or perhaps take a cruise on the lake and ride the world’s first Cabrio cable car to the top of Mount Stanserhorn. (BB) GRAND EUROPE DAY 9 BRIENZ & INTERLAKEN EXCURSION Travel to Interlaken which lies in the shadows of the Jungfrau Mountain. On your way stop in the village of Brienz end enjoy a cultural insight demonstration of wood carving. Once in Interlaken you’ll have time for lunch and to explore before arriving back in Lucerne. Tonight enjoy a Farewell Dinner with your fellow travelers and Travel Director. (BB,FD) DAY 10 LUCERNE – ZURICH – USA Say farewell to Switzerland and your new found friends at the end of your alpine holiday. Transfers arrive at Zurich Airport at 8am from Lucerne (flight not included). (BB)
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PACE Leisurely STYLE First Class
INCLUDED HIGHLIGHTS CULTURAL INSIGHT Explore Holland’s long diamond heri tage at a historic diamond polishing factory in Amsterdam, visit the Delft Pottery factory to see how this delicate, porcelain is created and see first-hand the famous tradition of Belgian lace at a workshop in Bruges BE MY GUEST Join Marc and Judig Nyssen at their 18th century Bruges farmstead to learn about Flanders farm life and enjoy hearty Belgian fare CITY EXPLORATIONS In Amsterdam, enjoy a guided Small Group Sightseeing visit to the Rijksmuseum with a group size of no more than 25 guests. City tour in Luxembourg and Bruges. Orienta tion of Amsterdam, Rotterdam, Maastricht, Ghent and Brussels YOU’LL VISIT The Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam, the Euromast Tower in Rotterdam, Royal Delft Pottery, General George Patton’s Grave, Orval Abbey and Dinant FIRST CLASS HIGHLIGHT Tickets for Keukenhof Bulb fields are included during the flowering season (April until mid-May) YOU’LL CRUISE The canals of Amsterdam and Bruges YOU’LL VIEW The American Memorial at Bastogne 94
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YOUR JOURNEY DAY 1 USA – AMSTERDAM Overnight flight to Amsterdam (not included). DAY 2 ARRIVE AMSTERDAM (3 NIGHTS)
On arrival to Amsterdam Airport transfers will depart for the hotel at 9am, 11.30am and 2.30pm. Tonight, join your Travel Director and fellow travelers for a sight
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a light meal and welcome drink as you travel through Amsterdam’s famous waterways. (WR) WYNDHAM APOLLO
DAY 3 AMSTERDAM SIGHTSEEING & FREE TIME In Amsterdam, enjoy an orienta tion of the historic city center. Admire Rembrandt’s master piece, ‘The Night Watch’, during your guided small group sight seeing tour with a local expert of the Rijksmuseum. Visit a historic
diamond polishing factory to see the diamond cutters at work for an insight into the cutting and preparing of diamonds for export. During the flowering season (March until mid-May), an included visit to the tulip fields of Keukenhof is sure to dazzle, with several million flowering bulbs planted across a 70-acre site. (BB) DAY 4 THE HAGUE – DELFT & ROTTERDAM EXCURSION After a leisurely morning, travel through The Hague to the historic town of Delft. Visit the Royal Delft Pottery workshop for a closer look at the manufacture of this local hand painted porcelain. Continue to Rotterdam, the most important river port in Europe. After a short city orientation, visit the Euromast Tower for spectacu lar panoramic views of the city and the famous harbor. The rest of the afternoon is yours to spend as you please before returning to Amsterdam this evening. (BB)
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DAY 5 AMSTERDAM – MAASTRICHT – BASTOGNE – LUXEMBOURG (2 NIGHTS) This morning stop in the historic fortified city of Maastricht. Enjoy free time to explore the city before continuing to Bastogne. View the American Memorial, erected to commemorate the 76,890 American soldiers wounded or killed during the Battle of the Bulge. Arrive later at your hotel in the Duchy of Luxembourg. Dine tonight at your hotel. (BB,D) NOVOTEL LUXEMBOURG DAY 6 LUXEMBOURG SIGHTSEEING & FREE TIME This morning, visit General George S. Patton’s grave. Your walking tour of Luxembourg with a local expert shows you the sights including the breathtaking gorge of the Rivers Alzette and Petrusse, the Cathedral and the Grand Ducal Palace. The rest of the afternoon is yours to spend at leisure. (BB)
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Visit Orval Abbey, a Cistercian monastery famous for producing Trappiste beer. Continue your journey and stop in the pretty town of Dinant, birthplace of Adolphe Sax — best known for inventing the saxophone. Later, arrive in picturesque Bruges and join your fellow travelers this evening for a special Be My Guest dinner at an 18th century farm stead near Bruges. (BB,BG) GOLDEN TULIP DE MEDICI
DAY 8 BRUGES SIGHTSEEING & FREE TIME Admire the sights of Bruges in cluding the town square during your walking tour with a local specialist. Cruise along pictur esque canals during your sight seeing cruise and visit the Lace Center for an insight in the production of this local specialty. Spend the rest of the day exploring the charming medieval streets at your own pace. (BB) DAY 9 BRUGES – GHENT – BRUSSELS (2 NIGHTS) Visit the beautiful city of Ghent and see the three famous Ghent towers — Saint Nicholas’ Church,
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the Belfry and Saint Bavo’s Cathedral. This afternoon in Brussels your Travel Director shows you the city’s highlights, including the Atomium, Royal Palace, Japanese Pagodas, the Grand Place and the famous Mannekin Pis. (BB) SHERATON DAY 10 BRUSSELS AT LEISURE Today is free for you to do as you wish! Explore the Grand Place, join a beer or bike tour, or simply relax in a café and watch the world go by. Your Travel Director will be able to assist you to get the most from this leisurely day. This evening, celebrate a wonder ful trip with your travel compan ions at a Farewell Dinner. (BB,FD) DAY 11 BRUSSELS – USA This morning bid farewell to your fellow travelers and take home many special memories. Airport transfers will arrive at Brussels Airport at 8am and 12noon (flight not included). (BB) Please Note: Your coach returns to Amsterdam from Brussels on Day 11. You are welcome to use this compli mentary transfer. Drop-off in Amsterdam will be at the Trafalgar Amsterdam hotel and not at the airport. Arrival will be at approximately 3pm, depending on traffic conditions.
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INCLUDED HIGHLIGHTS BE MY GUEST Join the Schieszl family for hearty Hungarian fare and the story of their winery, which doubled as a hiding place during WWII for a Jewish friend who was fleeing Nazi persecution CITY EXPLORATION City Tours in Berlin, Warsaw, Budapest, Vienna and Prague. Orientation of Frankfurt and Leipzig YOU’LL VISIT Berlin TV Tower with fantastic 360° views of the city, the monastery of Jasna Gora, the concentration camp at Auschwitz, the Fisherman’s Bastion in Budapest, the Baroque town center of Györ, Tabor, St. Vitus Cathedral and the Old Town Square of Prague YOU’LL VIEW The famous Reichstag and Tiergarten in Berlin, Krakow Castle, the UNESCO listed Castle District in Budapest
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DAY 5 BERLIN – WARSAW
DAY 1 USA – FRANKFURT Overnight flight to Frankfurt (not included). DAY 2 ARRIVE FRANKFURT On arrival at Frankfurt Airport transfers will operate at 9.30am, 12noon and 2.30pm. Guests arriving later should make their own way to the hotel. Check-in this afternoon and enjoy an orientation drive through this fascinating city. Meet your Travel Director and companions later for a Welcome Reception. (WR)
Head east across the central plains to the Polish capital Warsaw. After dinner this evening you might like to explore the city’s nightlife. (BB,D) THE WESTIN DAY 6 WARSAW SIGHTSEEING & FREE TIME Admire Warsaw’s historic center including the Old Town during your sightseeing tour with a local specialist. Visit the site of the Warsaw Ghetto, shockingly evoked in Polanski’s award winning film ‘The Pianist’. Explore the city on your own during your free time. Consider a visit to the Wilanow Palace, a priceless testimony to the splendor of Poland’s past. You might want to treat yourself to a Chopin recital after joining your companions this evening for a Regional Meal at a local restaurant. (BB,RM) DAY 7 WARSAW – CZESTOCHOWA – AUSCHWITZ – KRAKÓW
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DAY 3 FRANKFURT – LEIPZIG – BERLIN (2 NIGHTS) Travel through Saxony to the bustling town of Leipzig which was once one of the major cities of the former East Germany. Until his death this city was also home to composer Johann Sebastian Bach. Continue through to Berlin, a contrasting city with a rich and varied history. (BB) HILTON DAY 4 BERLIN SIGHTSEEING & FREE TIME This morning enjoy a cultural insight experience with fantastic 360° views of the city from the Berlin TV Tower. See the Reich stag, Tiergarten, Brandenburg Gate and Unter den Linden Boulevard with a local specialist during your included sightseeing tour. Spend free time afterwards shopping for souvenirs and exploring this captivating city. (BB)
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Visit the 14th century Jasna Gora Monastery at Czestochowa. This is Poland’s greatest place of pilgrimage and home to the Black Madonna of Czestochowa, Jasna Gora’s most precious treasure. Later your visit to the Auschwitz Memorial Site is a sobering reminder of the atrocities of World War II. Tonight dine at your hotel in the medieval city of Kraków. (BB,D) GOLDEN TULIP KAZIMIERZ
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DAY 8 KRAKÓW SIGHTSEEING & FREE TIME This morning consider joining an optional experience to the Wieliczka Salt mine, one of the world’s oldest salt mines, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and home to an entire chapel carved from the rock salt as well as dozens of sculptures. Enjoy a walking tour with a local specialist of the medieval Old Town and visit the Cloth Hall and Mariacki Church. See Wawel Castle and enjoy panoramic views of the city from Wawel Hill. Relax this afternoon or explore the Market Square and city on your own. This evening perhaps enjoy an evening of Folklore. (BB) DAY 9 KRAKÓW – SLOVAKIA – BUDAPEST (2 NIGHTS) Drive south into the foothills of the Tatra Mountains and across the border into Slovakia. Admire the changing landscapes as you continue into Hungary. Arrive later at the majestic capital Budapest. This evening why not consider a scenic river cruise along the Danube? (BB) COURTYARD BY MARRIOTT BUDAPEST CITY CENTER
DAY 10 BUDAPEST SIGHTSEEING & FREE TIME Built on the banks of the romantic River Danube, Budapest is one of Europe’s most beautiful cities. Your sightseeing tour with a local specialist features views of the famous Chain Bridge, the UNESCO listed Castle Hill District and a visit to the Fisherman’s
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Parliament and Danube. After wards, explore on your own or perhaps take a trip to Szentendre, a charming town popular with artists. This evening, join your fellow travelers for a special Be My Guest dinner at a family-run restaurant and winery. (BB,BG) DAY 11 BUDAPEST – GYÖR – VIENNA (2 NIGHTS) Before leaving beautiful Budapest why not take a guided tour of the amazing Parliament building? Then cross the Transdanubia region dotted with orchards and vineyards to Györ. Visit this Roman town, which has retained much of its medieval and baroque charm. Arrive later in Vienna, your home for the next two nights. (BB) HILTON DANUBE DAY 12 VIENNA SIGHTSEEING & FREE TIME From the Parliament building to the Hofburg, the State Opera House to St. Stephen’s Cathedral, admire the city’s imperial ele gance on your included sight seeing tour with a local specialist. Spend free time sightseeing on your own or shop on the fashion able Kärntnerstrasse. This even ing why not join an Optional Experience to a famous local hostelry for a meal and musical entertainment? (BB)
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DAY 13 VIENNA – TABOR – PRAGUE (2 NIGHTS) Travel north into the Czech Republic and visit Tabor, once a Hussite stronghold. Arrive later in the capital Prague, a lively hub of art and culture. (BB,D) ANDELS BY VIENNA HOUSE PRAGUE
DAY 14 PRAGUE SIGHTSEEING & FREE TIME Your local specialist explains the history of Prague during your guided sightseeing tour. Visit the impressive St. Vitus Cathedral, which is set inside the 1,000-yearold Prague Castle. Cross the Vltava River to the cobblestoned Old Town square and view the Astronomical Clock. Spend time afterwards seeing more sights or perhaps enjoy a cruise on the Vltava river. (BB) DAY 15 PRAGUE – FRANKFURT This morning travel west across the German border before arriv ing in cosmopolitan Frankfurt for your final night. Tonight celebrate with your traveling companions at a Farewell Dinner. (BB, FD) SHERATON OFFENBACH
DAY 16 FRANKFURT – USA Say farewell to your new found friends at the end of your mem orable vacation. Transfers arrive at Frankfurt Airport at 8am and 10am (flight not included). (BB)
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Imperial Europe 11 DAYS from $1,850 per person
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INCLUDED HIGHLIGHTS BE MY GUEST Join the Schieszl family for hearty Hungarian fare and the story of their winery, which doubled as a hiding place during WWII for a Jewish friend who was fleeing Nazi persecution CITY EXPLORATIONS City tour in Prague, Budapest, Vienna and Salzburg. Orientation of Munich and Regensburg YOU’LL VISIT Bratislava the capital of Slovakia, the Fisherman’s Bastion in Budapest and the Baroque town center of Győr YOU’LL VIEW The Marienplatz in Munich, St. Vitus’ Cathedral, the Old Town Square of Prague, the Imperial Boulevards of Vienna and Melk Abbey
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Beautiful Salzburg
YOUR JOURNEY DAY 1 USA – MUNICH Board your overnight flight to Munich (not included). DAY 2 ARRIVE MUNICH Welcome to Munich, capital of Bavaria. On arrival to Munich Airport transfers will operate at 10am and 1pm. Guests arriving later should make their own way to the hotel. View the Marienplatz, with its fascinating Glockenspiel clock. Meet this evening for a Welcome Reception with your fellow travelers and Travel Director. (WR) SHERATON WESTPARK DAY 3 MUNICH – REGENSBURG – PRAGUE (2 NIGHTS)
This morning visit Regensburg, an unspoiled medieval gem on your
way to the Czech Republic. Cross the border to exciting Prague, your home for the next two nights. This evening, join your fellow companions for a regional meal at a local restaurant. (BB,RM) ANDELS BY VIENNA HOUSE PRAGUE
DAY 4 PRAGUE SIGHTSEEING & FREE TIME Prague has prospered since the fall of Communism, and its newfound status and affluence is evident during your guided sightseeing tour of the city with your local specialist. View the impressive 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. Spend the afternoon as you wish. (BB)
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DAY 5 PRAGUE – BRATISLAVA – BUDAPEST (2 NIGHTS) Visit the Slovak capital Bratislava with its eclectic Gothic, Baroque and Art Deco architecture. Entering Hungary you arrive in Budapest. This evening perhaps enjoy an optional scenic river cruise along the Danube. (BB) NOVOTEL DANUBE
DAY 6 BUDAPEST SIGHTSEEING & FREE TIME Your local specialist shows you the sights of Budapest featuring views of the famous Chain Bridge, the UNESCO-listed Castle Hill District and a visit to the Fisherman’s Bastion. From there enjoy superb views across the Parliament and Danube below. Later, why not enjoy a visit and lunch in a quaint village outside
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Budapest before a special Be My Guest dinner of Hungarian specialties. (BB,BG) DAY 7 BUDAPEST – GYŐR – VIENNA (2 NIGHTS) Before departing Budapest, consider an optional guided tour of the magnificent Parliament building. Then cross the Transdanubia region to Győr. Stroll through this quaint city, which stands at the confluence of three rivers and features charming Baroque architecture. Later arrive in imperial Vienna where you stay for the next two nights. (BB) HILTON DANUBE DAY 8 VIENNA SIGHTSEEING & FREE TIME Admire the Hofburg Palace, the former winter residence of the Habsburg Dynasty during your enthralling sightseeing tour of Vienna with your local specialist. See the grand State Opera House, and the Ringstrasse, a beautiful sweeping boulevard built in the 19th century to replace the city walls. View St. Stephen’s Cathedral, its ornate roof bearing the imperial emblem of the Habsburgs. The afternoon is yours to explore the
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city’s many attractions. Later, you might like to attend a classical concert. (BB) DAY 9 VIENNA – WACHAU VALLEY – SALZBURG SIGHTSEEING See the UNESCO-designated Wachau Valley, one of the most beautiful river valleys in Europe. See the magnificent Melk Abbey, a masterpiece of Baroque architecture, before reaching Salzburg. Meet your local specialist for a walking tour of this musical city. Dine tonight at your hotel. (BB,D) HUBERTUSHOF DAY 10 SALZBURG – MUNICH After exploring the surrounds of Salzburg, cross back into Germany and return to beautiful Munich. This evening join your companions and Travel Director for a Farewell Dinner to celebrate the end of your vacation. (BB,FD) SHERATON WESTPARK
DAY 11 MUNICH – USA Say ‘Auf Wiedersehen’ to Germany, your fellow travelers and Travel Director at the end of your exhilarating European experience. Transfers arrive at Munich Airport at 9.30am (flight not included). (BB)
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Easy Pace Budapest, Vienna & Prague 11 DAYS from $2,250 per person
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INCLUDED HIGHLIGHTS SIGNATURE EXPERIENCE Visit a Strudel House for a taste and to learn the art of this Hungarian delicacy in Budapest CITY EXPLORATIONS City tour in Budapest, Vienna and Prague YOU’LL VISIT Heroes’ Square, Matthias Church and the Fisherman’s Bastion in Budapest, the picturesque village of Szentendre and pretty town of Gyor, Maria Theresa’s Schönbrunn Palace and formal gardens in Vienna, the ancient town of Česky Krumlov, the 1,000-year-old Prague Castle and the Old Town Square in Prague YOU’LL VIEW Budapest’s beautiful Parliament, the Opera House, Hofburg Imperial Residence and Parliament Building in Vienna and the Astronomical Clock in Prague
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Beautiful Prague, City of 100 Spires
YOUR JOURNEY DAY 1 USA – BUDAPEST Board your overnight flight to Budapest (not included). DAY 2 ARRIVE BUDAPEST (3 NIGHTS)
Welcome to Budapest. On arrival at Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport, there are complimentary transfers to your hotel at 10am, 1pm and 3.30pm. Later, join your Travel Director for a pleasant evening of dinner and wine. (WD) ART’OTEL BUDAPEST DAY 3 BUDAPEST SIGHTSEEING & FREE TIME You will be chauffeured along elegant boulevards to Heroes’ Square. Walk with your local expert along the medieval cobblestone streets of the Castle District to visit Matthias Church and enjoy sweeping views from the Fisherman’s Bastion over the
exquisite Parliament building. The rest of the day is free. (BB) DAY 4 BUDAPEST AT LEISURE In the morning head for a Strudel House to see pastry chefs at work stretching the dough and filling the delicious treats that are yours to taste with a rich aromatic coffee. The remainder of the day is at leisure to immerse yourself into the city’s history, culture and gastronomy. (BB,MT) DAY 5 BUDAPEST – SZENTENDRE – VIENNA (3 NIGHTS)
Set out past the remains of the Roman settlement of Aquincum and along the Danube to the picturesque riverside village of Szentendre. This community has long been the haunt of artists, enchanted by its brightly colored houses and quaint churches. Then, journey eastward for a stop in the pretty town of Gyor, located on the confluence of the
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Danube, Rába and Rábca rivers. Cross the border and move on to stately Vienna. In the evening choose from a selection of restaurants for your dining pleasure. (BB,DA) HOTEL AM KONZERTHAUS
DAY 6 VIENNA SIGHTSEEING & FREE TIME Much of Vienna’s present day charm is due to the long reign of the Habsburgs, so in the morning, join a local expert for a private visit of Maria Theresa’s Schönbrunn Palace and formal gardens. Then get your camera ready for a drive around the famous Ring Road. This grand boulevard, built along the lines of the old city walls, showcases many of the capital’s architectural masterpieces, including the Opera House, magnificent Hofburg Imperial Residence and Parliament Building. The afternoon is at leisure. (BB)
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$2,250
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May 10
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$2,250
Sep 20
$2,350
May 17
$2,325
Jul 26
$2,250
Sep 27
$2,275
May 24
$2,325
Aug 2
$2,250
Oct 4
$2,250
May 31
$2,325
Aug 9
$2,250
Oct 11
$2,250
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DAY 7 VIENNA AT LEISURE Take the day to discover the regal grandeur of Vienna at your own pace. Perhaps start with St. Stephan’s Cathedral, one of Europe’s great Gothic structures. Or browse the shops of the bustl ing Karntnerstrasse. Long warm summer nights offer something for everyone too and your Travel Director will be able to assist with information and ideas. (BB) DAY 8 VIENNA – CESKY KRUMLOV – PRAGUE (3 NIGHTS) Once over the Czech border, continue to picturesque Česky Krumlov. Get your bearings with an included orientation before having free time to explore this fairytale vision from the Middle Ages. Wander through the cobblestone, traffic-free streets, past colorful houses that lead up to the finest castle in the land. In the afternoon, continue through the green Bohemian countryside to Prague. (BB,DW) LINDNER HOTEL
you can admire the stained glass of St. Vitus Cathedral and enjoy amazing views over the Old Town. Finish in the Old Town Square where the mechanical antics of the Astronomical Clock’s glockenspiel delight onlookers each hour. The city is then all yours to explore. Czechs are passionate about their beer so be sure to try the local lagers, along with the Czech cuisine.
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DAY 9 PRAGUE SIGHTSEEING & FREE TIME Join a local expert for a guided visit to one of the most beautiful and intact historical centers in Europe. Start with the 1,000year-old Prague Castle, where
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DAY 10 PRAGUE AT LEISURE No doubt you’ve anticipated spending quality time among the winding, cobbled lanes so your penultimate day is completely free. With your hotel located in the castle district, enjoy time to experience the real Prague, away from the hustle and bustle of the city. In the evening tantalize your taste buds with a rousing Celebration Dinner of local specialties at a prized Prague restaurant. Dobrou chuť! DAY 11 PRAGUE – USA Your tour comes to an end after breakfast this morning. Departure transfers arrive at Prague Airport at 8am and 10am (flight not included). (BB)
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Country Roads of Croatia 15 DAYS from $3,075 per person
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INCLUDED HIGHLIGHTS SIGNATURE EXPERIENCES Take a mini-train into the world famous caves at Postojna before walking through an illuminated fairyland of stalactites and stalagmites CITY EXPLORATIONS City tour of Zagreb, Pula, Plitvice, Split, Korčula and Dubrovnik YOU’LL VISIT The arena at Pula, the charming Old Town of Rovinj, Plitvice National Park, a wine cellar in Peljesac and the 16th century bastions of the Dubrovnik’s Old Town YOU’LL VIEW Church of St. Mark and Lotrščak Tower in Zagreb, St. Duje’s, the Temple of Jupiter and the Golden Gate in Split, Onofrio’s Fountain, Rector’s Palace, the Franciscan and Dominican monasteries in Dubrovnik YOU’LL CRUISE Along the Dalmatian Coast
Korčula Island
YOUR JOURNEY DAY 1 USA – ZAGREB Board your overnight flight to Zagreb (not included). DAY 2 ARRIVE ZAGREB (2 NIGHTS)
Transfers to your hotel depart from Zagreb Airport at 11.30am and 2pm. Later, join your Tour Director for a Welcome Reception and an opportunity to get to know each other over a pleasant evening of dinner and wine. (WD) SHERATON HOTEL DAY 3 ZAGREB SIGHTSEEING & FREE TIME Join a local expert for sightseeing of the two-tiered capital of Croatia. Drive through the squares of the Lower Town to the cathedral. Then walk through the medieval Upper Town to see the colorful Church of St. Mark and Lotrščak Tower. The afternoon is at leisure. (BB)
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DAY 4 ZAGREB – POSTOJNA – OPATIJA (2 NIGHTS) Detour into Slovenia to visit the world-famous Caves of Postojna. On-board the cave train, descend into a subterranean world of stunning stalactites, stalagmites, columns and curtains. Back in Croatia, your hotel is in the Belle Epoque Seaside resort of Opatija. (BB,DW) HOTEL BRISTOL
DAY 5 PULA & ROVINJ EXCURSION Cross the heart-shaped peninsula to explore the jewels of Istria with a local expert. Start with a visit to the well-preserved first-century arena at Pula. The day’s final highlight is a visit to the charming old town of Rovinj, rising directly from the sea. (BB) DAY 6 PLITVICE NATIONAL PARK Visit one of Europe’s great natural wonders. Zigzagging timber foot bridges will lead you through the crystal blue-green beauty of Plitvice National Park. With a
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local expert, visit Korana Canyon to see the 70-meter-high falls and Tomicevo Pogledalo for spec tacular panoramic views. (BB,DW) HOTEL JEZERO
DAY 7 DALMATIAN COAST – SPLIT Journey to Trogir and admire the cathedral and renaissance Cipiko Palace before continuing to the historic port of Split. 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, (origin ally Diocletian’s Mausoleum), the Temple of Jupiter and the Golden Gate before venturing Under ground. (BB) HOTEL PRESIDENT DAY 8 SPLIT – HVAR (2 NIGHTS) Cross the azure waters of the Adriatic to spend two nights on Hvar — the island famed for being the sunniest in the country. (BB,DW) AMFORA
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$3,075
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$3,625
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$3,150
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$3,575
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$3,625
Apr 29
$3,195
Jun 24
$3,625
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$3,750
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$3,425
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$3,750
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$3,350
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$3,350
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$3,850
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$3,325
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$3,395
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$3,795
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$3,095
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$3,725
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DAY 9 HVAR SIGHTSEEING & FREE TIME While here, you will have plenty of time to enjoy the secluded beaches, old monasteries and lofty peaks from where there are magnificent views. (BB) DAY 10 HVAR – KORČULA Journey to Korčula, an island of exceptional grace, history and culture. Perhaps, explore Korčula Town with its ramparts and well-known legends. (BB,DW) LIBURNA HOTEL
DAY 11 KORČULA SIGHTSEEING & FREE TIME Your walking tour with a local expert takes you to the cathedral, the town museum and the Bishop’s Palace. The locals also claim Marco Polo was born here and you will see his ruined house next. The rest of the day is at leisure to enjoy this charming medieval town. (BB) DAY 12 KORČULA – DUBROVNIK (3 NIGHTS) Journey to the beautiful southern slopes of the Pelješac Peninsula. Stop amid the age-old vines to see how wine is produced and have a taste. Continue to the walled town of Dubrovnik. During your exceptional three-night stay, join a local expert to explore inside the 16th century bastions
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of the old town. See Onofrio’s Fountain and the Rector’s Palace, as well as the Franciscan and Dominican monasteries. (BB) HOTEL DUBROVNIK PALACE
DAY 13 FREE DAY OR OPTIONAL MONTENEGRO EXPERIENCE There is an optional experience to Montenegro. Start with Kotor, situated on the only fjord on the Adriatic coast. Then head to the picturesque town of Budva where lunch finds you. Return to Dubrovnik for an evening at leisure. (BB) DAY 14 DUBROVNIK AT LEISURE Make the most of a day at leisure in this “Pearl of The Adriatic”. Perhaps take an optional exper ience to the enchanting seaside resort of Cavtat? As the sun descends, enjoy a relaxing cruise around the fabled bay of Dubrovnik, whilst toasting the culmination of your tour with a typical Dalmatian coast dinner, accompanied with wine and grappa. (BB,CD) DAY 15 DUBROVNIK – USA Your tour draws to a close after breakfast. Departure transfers arrive at Dubrovnik Airport at 9am and 11.30am (flight not included). (BB)
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INCLUDED HIGHLIGHTS CULTURAL INSIGHT Take a ride on the Flåm railway, one of the most exciting train journeys in the world, past mountains and waterfalls through the scenic Norwegian countryside to Flåm BE MY GUEST Enjoy dinner with the Øvre-Eide family on their livestock farm in Norway that has been a working farm since the Viking Ages Beautiful Geiranger
YOUR JOURNEY DAY 1 USA – COPENHAGEN Overnight flight to Copenhagen (not included). DAY 2 ARRIVE COPENHAGEN (2 NIGHTS)
On arrival to Copenhagen Airport transfers will leave for the hotel at 9am, 12noon and 3.30pm. Unwind after check-in or spend time exploring Scandinavia’s liveliest city. Enjoy an evening drive — the perfect introduction to Copenhagen, followed by a Welcome Reception to get to know your Travel Director and traveling companions. (WR) MARRIOTT
DAY 3 COPENHAGEN SIGHTSEEING & FREE TIME Your local expert takes you on a fascinating sightseeing and walking tour in the vicinity of the Amalienborg Palace — an elegant quarter featuring 18th century buildings. In Copenhagen’s historic center, view the 17th century Stock Exchange, the Christiansborg Palace and the Neo-Classical Cathedral. View the Little Mermaid — the statue inspired by Hans Christian Andersen’s sad fairytale — sitting on a rock in the harbor. Later, perhaps enjoy a canal cruise with stunning city views. (SB)
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DAY 4 COPENHAGEN – ODENSE – RANDERS Cross the bridge to the Island of Funen and the town of Odense, Hans Christian Andersen’s birthplace. Continue across the Jutland Peninsula en route to Randers for an overnight stay. (SB) RANDERS
DAY 5 RANDERS – STAVANGER Sail from Hirsthals across the Skagerrak to the port of Kristiansand in Norway. Enjoy a scenic drive by fjords and lakes to Stavanger, Norway’s third largest city and one of the oldest. (SB,D) SCANDIC FORUM
CITY EXPLORATIONS City tour in Copenhagen, Oslo and Stockholm. Orientation of Bergen YOU’LL VISIT Odense where Hans Christian Anderson was born, Stavanger, the Sognefjord, Geiranger, the Stave Church at Lom, the Olympic town of Lillehammer, Hamar, Vigeland Sculpture Park in Oslo and Stockholm’s City Hall YOU’LL VIEW The Little Mermaid in Copenhagen, Haakon’s Hall in Bergen, the Geirangerfjord and Oslo’s Royal Palace
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Your journey is spectacular as you island-hop from Stavanger, sailing across fjords and passing islands along this impressive coastline. Arrive later in Bergen, and experience the history of this picturesque city on your orienta tion tour. See the 13th century Haakon’s Hall and the bustling fish market. This evening enjoy a delicious Be My Guest dinner of Norwegian specialties. (SB,BG) SCANDIC NEPTUN
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DAY 7 BERGEN AT LEISURE Explore Norway’s most naturally beautiful city during your free day and consider a morning optional experience to the tiny village of Telavag and learn about its powerful Second World War history. (SB)
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DAY 8 BERGEN – FLÅM RAILWAY – SOGNEFJORD (LEIKANGER) From the ski resort of Voss take a train journey that ascends to nearly 3,000 feet above sea level. Admire the scenery and ride on the famous Flåm railway for a unique insight into one of the most exciting train journeys in the world! Appreciate breathtaking views of mountains and water falls, then cross the magnificent waters of Sognefjord to your hotel in Leikanger. (SB,D) SOGNEFJORD DAY 9 SOGNEFJORD (LEIKANGER) – GEIRANGER (2 NIGHTS)
Follow the spectacular Sognefjord through incredible glacier country. Enjoy wonderful views of Geirangerfjord as you descend to Geiranger village. (SB,D) GEIRANGER
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DAY 10 GEIRANGER AT LEISURE Spend the day surrounded by amazing scenery, relaxing and breathing clear mountain air. Perhaps take an optional exper ience along the Trolls’ Road and see Norway’s most famous mountain road, past tumbling cascades and fertile valleys. (SB,D)
DAY 11 GEIRANGER – LOM – LILLEHAMMER A scenic drive from Geiranger brings you to Ottadalen to visit the traditional Stave Church at Lom. Continue through the Gudbrandsdal Valley, the inspiration for Ibsen’s ‘Peer Gynt’. Arrive in Lillehammer, host to the 1994 Winter Olympics. Before dinner at the hotel, consider a walk along Storgata or visit the open-air museum at Maihaugan. (SB,D) LILLEHAMMER
DAY 12 LILLEHAMMER – HAMAR – OSLO View the unusual Olympic ice rink beside the lake at Hamar. In Oslo, your local expert takes you on a sightseeing tour of the medieval fortress of Akershus and the Royal Palace, finishing with a visit to the Vigeland Sculpture Park. Spend the rest of
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the day relaxing, shopping for unique souvenirs or perhaps visit the Fram Polar Ship Museum and Viking Ship Museum. (SB) SCANDIC VULKAN
DAY 13 OSLO – STOCKHOLM (2 NIGHTS)
Cross the border into Sweden and continue via Karlstad on Lake Vänern, past Orebro to the island-ringed capital of Stockholm for your two-night stay. (SB) CLARION
DAY 14 STOCKHOLM SIGHTSEEING & FREE TIME Admire this charming city during your sightseeing tour with a local expert. View the medieval Storkyrkan, Riddarholm Church and the Royal Palace. Explore the waterside City Hall where Nobel Prize banquets are held. Spend time later shopping in fashionable stores or consider an optional experience. Tonight, celebrate with your fellow travelers at a Farewell Dinner. (SB,FD) DAY 15 STOCKHOLM – USA Say goodbye to Scandinavia as your memorable vacation draws to a close. Airport transfers will arrive at Stockholm Airport at 7.30am and 11am (flight not included). (SB)
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Wonders of St. Petersburg & Moscow 9 DAYS from $2,025 per person
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INCLUDED HIGHLIGHTS BE MY GUEST This is a unique opportunity to meet and chat with the locals over drinks and canapés at the Theater of Youth in the center of St. Petersburg. Enjoy a local tour and stage performances by the students in one of the beautiful theater halls CITY EXPLORATIONS City tour in St. Petersburg and Moscow. Small Group sight seeing tour of the Hermitage Museum with a group size of no more than 25 guests YOU’LL VISIT The Hermitage Museum and St. Peter and Paul Fortress YOU’LL VIEW The Tsar’s Winter Palace, Nevsky Prospekt, St. Isaac’s Cathedral and the statue of Peter the Great in St. Petersburg, Red Square, St. Basil’s Cathedral, the Walls of the Kremlin in Moscow
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Red Square and St. Basil’s Cathedral, Moscow
YOUR JOURNEY DAY 1 USA – ST. PETERSBURG Board your overnight flight to St. Petersburg (not included). DAY 2 ARRIVE ST. PETERSBURG (4 NIGHTS) Welcome to the magnificent city of St. Petersburg. On arrival at St. Petersburg Airport transfers will operate at 2.30pm and 5pm. Guests arriving later should make their own way to the hotel. Relax and unwind after your journey. Meet your Travel Director and
fellow travelers this evening for a Welcome Reception with a light dinner at your hotel. Then a short evening orientation drive will be the perfect introduction to this magnificent city. (WR) SOKOS VASILIEVSKY
DAY 3 ST. PETERSBURG SIGHTSEEING & FREE TIME Admire the landmarks of St. Petersburg during your sight seeing tour with a local specialist. View the Tsar’s Winter Palace, Nevsky Prospekt, St. Isaac’s Cathedral and the statue of Peter the Great. Explore the Peter and
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St. Petersburg. Featuring over 3 million artifacts, the collection represents the development of world culture and art from the Stone Age to the 20th century. The rest of the day is yours to explore the city. This evening, perhaps visit a theater to see a Russian Folklore show. (BB) DAY 5 ST. PETERSBURG AT LEISURE Consider joining an optional experience to visit the fabulous gardens and spectacular foun tains of Peter the Great’s summer residence at Petrodvorets. (BB) DAY 6 ST. PETERSBURG – HIGH SPEED TRAIN – MOSCOW (3 NIGHTS)
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After a hearty Russian breakfast enjoy some free time before taking a train trip towards the Russian capital. Arrive later in Moscow, your home for the next three nights. An ancient city full of remarkable architecture and monuments to fallen heroes and victorious battles, Moscow is a cauldron of creativity and culture. Located on the Moskva River, the city is the country’s political, economic, religious and financial hub, and home to the largest number of billionaires in the world. (BB) HILTON LENINGRADSKAYA
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DAY 7 MOSCOW SIGHTSEEING & FREE TIME Marvel at Red Square, St. Basil’s Cathedral and the Kremlin Walls during your guided sightseeing with a local specialist. Afterwards there is plenty of time to shop for souvenirs and explore the city on your own. (BB) DAY 8 MOSCOW AT LEISURE Today is a full day at leisure to explore the city further. Consider visiting one of the city’s museums or take an optional experience to Sergiyev Posad, the largest religious and cultural center in Russia. Tonight celebrate with your Travel Director and companions at a Farewell Dinner in a local restaurant. (BB,FD) DAY 9 MOSCOW – USA Say goodbye to this unique country at the end of a remarkable trip of discovery. Airport transfers will arrive at Moscow Sheremetyevo Airport at 5am and 11am and at Moscow Domodedovo Airport at 5am and 1pm (flight not included). (BB)
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Circled by the deep blue Aegean sea, life is sweet on the Cyclades islands of Mykonos and Santorini where you will have days to encounter their secret coves, tiny cobbled streets and weather-beaten characters in cafés over a glass or two of ouzo.
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Delve into glorious history as you explore Athens then kick back and soak up the sun on a care-free voyage of discovery around Turkey and the Greek Islands with 8 Days’ Premium Cruising.
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Explore a ‘mezze’ of East and West in mystical Turkey, from the Byzantine and Ottoman past of its capital, Istanbul, to the legendary city of Troy, ancient ruins of Ephesus, and the famous limestone cotton castles of Pamukkale.
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INCLUDED HIGHLIGHTS BE MY GUEST Experience the food and lifestyle of a real cowboy on a cookout in Billings CULTURAL INSIGHT Meet Stephen Yellowhawk and discover the history of his tribe during a festive evening of dance and song
Bryce Canyon National Park
YOUR JOURNEY DAY 1 ARRIVE LAS VEGAS Welcome to Las Vegas! At 6pm, gather at the hotel with your Travel Director and fellow travelers for a Welcome Recep tion. (WR) TROPICANA LAS VEGAS DAY 2 LAS VEGAS – ZION & BRYCE CANYON Depart Las Vegas for the tower ing cliffs of Zion National Park. Then it’s onward to Bryce Canyon, home to the world’s largest con centration of hoodoos — tall limestone spires that rise majes tically from the desert floor. (FB,D) BW PLUS BRYCE CANYON GRAND
DAY 3 BRYCE CANYON – SALT LAKE CITY Travel north to Utah’s capital to see the famed Temple Square,
headquarters to the Mormon Church and home to the renowned Mormon Tabernacle Choir. Meet local specialists, sister missionaries, who intro duce the basic beliefs and history of the Mormon pioneers which brought about the building of the temple and the Tabernacle. (FB) HILTON SALT LAKE CITY CENTER
DAY 4 SALT LAKE CITY – JACKSON Get a glimpse of the route of the pioneers as you cross the Oregon Trail and enter Wyoming. Stop in Montpelier at the Oregon Trail Center. Enjoy lunch before departing to scenic Jackson, standing in the shadows of the icy peaks of the Grand Tetons. (FB,L) THE LODGE AT JACKSON HOLE
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DAY 5 JACKSON – GRAND TETON & YELLOWSTONE (2 NIGHTS)
Traverse through Grand Teton National Park on the way to Yellowstone, established in 1872 as the world’s first National Park. Enjoy a two night stay inside Yellowstone National Park, where each lodge has its own unique setting and atmosphere. Lodges featured are the Old Faithful Inn, Lake Yellowstone Hotel, Old Faithful Snow Lodge, Grant Village, and the Mammoth Hot Springs Hotel. Specific lodges will be confirmed in your documents. (FB,D) NATIONAL PARK LODGES
Note: When the south entrance is closed due to weather conditions, the itinerary will travel west from Jackson via Idaho and enter Yellowstone National Park through the west entrance.
YOU’LL VISIT Zion, Bryce Canyon, Yellowstone, Grand Teton National Park, Canyonlands National Park, Arches, Mesa Verde and Grand Canyon National Parks, Jackson, the Buffalo Bill Center of the West in Cody, Little Bighorn Battlefield, the Mile High City of Denver, Monument Valley and Las Vegas YOU’LL VIEW Crazy Horse Memorial and iconic Mount Rushmore in South Dakota YOU’LL SEE Little Bighorn Battlefield SCENIC DRIVE Along Desert View Drive
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DAY 6 YELLOWSTONE SIGHTSEEING & FREE TIME Explore the impressive Grand Canyon of Yellowstone with its stunning waterfalls and a chance to see bison and elk. Join your Travel Director to explore the spouting geysers, bubbling hot springs and mud paint pots. Watch in wonder as Old Faithful’s waters arc over 100 feet into the air. (FB) DAY 7 YELLOWSTONE – CODY – BILLINGS Head east to the town of Cody, and get a glimpse into its lively history with a local specialist at the Buffalo Bill Center of the West. Then it’s on to Big Sky Country for a Be My Guest dinner featuring local cuisine and a host who welcomes you with true Western hospitality. (FB,BG) DOUBLETREE BY HILTON HOTEL BILLINGS
DAY 8 BILLINGS – LITTLE BIGHORN – RAPID CITY (2 NIGHTS)
Visit Little Bighorn, the infamous battlefield where Custer led his men against a battalion of Sioux and Cheyenne warriors. Then, travel east through the Black Hills to Rapid City. Enjoy the evening to relax. (FB) THE RUSHMORE DAY 9 BLACK HILLS EXCURSION Discover the wonders of the Black Hills on your way to visit the base of Crazy Horse Memorial before a visit to Mount Rushmore. This afternoon, gather with your Travel Director and fellow travelers for a festive dinner featuring Stephen Yellowhawk who shares his tribe’s history through dance and song. (FB,D) DAY 10 RAPID CITY – DENVER Travel through the expansive grasslands of Wyoming on your way to Denver, the Mile High City. (FB) SHERATON DENVER DOWNTOWN
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Ascend into the foothills of the Rockies and cross the Continental Divide on your way to Vail. Founded in 1966 at the base of the largest ski mountain in the United States, this pretty alpine village has an old-world feel. Then it’s on to Moab where tonight is yours. (FB) BW PLUS CANYONLANDS INN
DAY 12 CANYONLANDS & ARCHES NAT’L PARKS Discover stunning Canyonlands National Park and visit magnifi cent Arches National Park where the wind and rain have eroded the sandstone into more than 2,000 natural arches. (FB) DAY 13 MOAB – MESA VERDE – MONUMENT VALLEY Between AD 600 and 1300, the Ancestral Puebloan people carved houses and entire com munities out of the sandstone of the canyon walls at Mesa Verde National Park, now a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Tonight, enjoy a unique Navajo cookout and regional meal on the floor of Monument Valley. (FB,RM)
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DAY 14 MONUMENT VALLEY – GRAND CANYON Marvel at Monument Valley’s landscape in special open-air vehicles accompanied by a local specialist. Visit the land of the Navajo people, stopping at historic Cameron Trading Post. Breathtaking views hint at the most spectacular of all vistas — the vast panorama of the Grand Canyon. Meet with a local specialist who will enlighten you about the more than 1.7 billion years of geology revealed in the canyon. Tonight, toast your grand adventure at a Farewell Dinner inside the park. (FB,FD) NATIONAL
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DAY 15 GRAND CANYON – DEPART LAS VEGAS Hit the road again, stopping in Seligman and Kingman. End your journey back in Las Vegas where a transfer is provided to Las Vegas International Airport or to the SLS Las Vegas for guests extending their stay.
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Arches National Park
INCLUDED HIGHLIGHTS BE MY GUEST Learn about the rich early 20th century history of the of town of Sheridan with an exclusive dinner at PO News and Flagstaff Cafe CULTURAL INSIGHT Meet Stephen Yellowhawk and discover the history of his tribe during a festive evening of dance and song LOCAL SPECIALIST The Buffalo Bill Center of the West and in Deadwood YOU’LL VISIT The Oregon Trail Center in Montpelier, Yellowstone National Park, the towering peaks of Grand Teton National Park, the Buffalo Bill Center of the West in Cody, Devil’s Tower National Monument, Mount Rushmore and the Black Hills of South Dakota YOU’LL VIEW Crazy Horse Memorial SCENIC DRIVE Through Deadwood
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DAY 1 ARRIVE SALT LAKE CITY Welcome to Salt Lake City! Check into your hotel and relax. At 6pm, gather at the hotel with your Travel Director and fellow travelers for a Welcome Reception. (WR) SHERATON SALT
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DAY 2 SALT LAKE CITY – MONTPELIER – JACKSON (2 NIGHTS)
Traveling north into Idaho, trace the footsteps of the pioneers at the Oregon Trail Center in Mont pelier. Through interactive exhibits, travel vicariously with a covered wagon train in America’s great western migration. Enjoy lunch in a covered wagon themed restaurant before you’re on your way to scenic Jackson. Get spectacular 360-degree views of the Snake River Valley and Grand Teton National Park on an exciting aerial tram ride (seasonal) to the summit of Rendezvous Mountain. (FB,L) THE LODGE AT JACKSON HOLE
DAY 3 GRAND TETON NAT’L PARK SIGHTSEEING If you like, hit the water this morning on an optional guided float trip down the Snake River (seasonal). This evening, join your Travel Director and travel companions for a Chuckwagon regional meal. (FB,RM)
Spend the morning discovering the natural glories of Grand Teton National Park. You’ll find exhil arating vistas everywhere you look. Then it’s onward to Yellow stone, established in 1872 as the world’s first national park and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Watch in awe as Old Faithful’s waters arc high into the air — as it has done approximately every 90 minutes since the Washburn Expedition discovered it in 1870. Tonight, dine and stay inside the park. Each lodge has its own unique setting and atmosphere. Lodges featured are the Old Faithful Inn, Lake Yellowstone Hotel, Old Faithful Snow Lodge, Grant Village, and the Mammoth Hot Springs Hotel. Specific lodges will be confirmed in your documents. (FB,D) NATIONAL
the park. At Mammoth Hot Springs, take a stroll and admire
the mineral terraces that resem ble frozen waterfalls cascading down into the valley. (FB) DAY 6 YELLOWSTONE NAT’L PARK – CODY – SHERIDAN Head east to the town of Cody, named for its most famous native son, Buffalo Bill. Get a glimpse into the fascinating history of the American West at the Buffalo Bill Center of the West where you’ll meet a local specialist and delve into the culture of the cowboy, the role of the firearm in the early days, and the culture and art of the Plains Indians. Join your fellow travelers for a Be My Guest dinner in true Western style at a historic cafe complete with an old-time tobacco shop. (FB,BG) HOLIDAY INN SHERIDAN
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DAY 5 YELLOWSTONE NAT’L PARK SIGHTSEEING Begin today by looking for wildlife in Hayden Valley en route to the impressive Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone with its stunning waterfalls. Early explorers mar veled at the yellow rock of the canyon, and from this rock, Yellowstone got its name. Continue on the upper loop to Dunraven Pass and the Lamar Valley, some of the less traveled, but ruggedly beautiful regions of
Proclaimed by Theodore Roosevelt as America’s first national monument, the majestic Devil’s Tower rises nearly 1,300 feet above the Belle Fourche River. Head into the Black Hills of South Dakota and the boomtown of Deadwood, which arose after the discovery of gold in the 1870s. Join Kevin Costner’s Original Deadwood Tour where you’ll meet a local specialist to hear about the days of Wild Bill Hickok and Calamity Jane.
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Journey on to Rapid City, where you have the option of visiting Mount Rushmore this evening to see the magical illumination ceremony. (FB) THE RUSHMORE DAY 8 BLACK HILLS EXCURSION & FREE TIME This morning discover more of the natural wonders of the Black Hills as you travel to the base of the Crazy Horse Memorial, a massive mountain carving of the famed war chief of the Lakota people. Visit Mount Rushmore, designed by sculptor Gutzon Borglum to celebrate the “founding, expan sion, preservation and unification
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of the United States” through enormous carvings of George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, Theodore Roosevelt and Abraham Lincoln. Return to Rapid City before gathering with your Travel Director and fellow travel ers for a festive Farewell Dinner featuring Stephen Yellowhawk who shares his tribe’s history through dance and song. (FB,FD) DAY 9 DEPART 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. (FB)
September 30: Black Hills Pow Wow Special Departure (Ref: DNPP)
DAY 1 TO DAY 6, DAYS 8 & 9 Days 1-6, 8 and 9 will operate as shown on the National Parks itinerary. DAY 7 SHERIDAN – DEADWOOD – RAPID CITY BLACK HILLS POW WOW (2 NIGHTS) Proclaimed by Theodore Roosevelt as America’s first national monument, majestic Devils Tower rises above the Belle Fourche River. Head into the Black hills of South Dakota and the Gold Rush boomtown of Deadwood. Join Kevin Costner’s Original Deadwood Tour. Join a local specialist to hear about the days of Wild Bill Hickock and Calamity Jane, who made the town famous. Journey to Raid City, where you will be welcomed by your guide, Stephen Yellowhawk (or another tribe member) at the Black Hills Pow Wow. Watch the Grand Entrance Dane Performance before exploring the fine art expo at your leisure. (FB) THE RUSHMORE
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INCLUDED HIGHLIGHTS AUTHENTIC ACCOMMODATION Stay at the rustic Yosemite Valley Lodge within walking distance of Yosemite Falls and the Wuksachi Lodge in the heart of Sequoia National Park LOCAL SPECIALIST See the Yosemite highlights with a Park Ranger and learn about the natural history, indigenous people, flora and fauna. Stargaze with a naturalist, enjoy a living history with a reenactor telling stories of early life in the mountains and hear stories of stars as you travel through Tinseltown, Hollywood YOU’LL VISIT Yosemite National Park, Sequoia National Park, Kings Canyon National Park, Giant Forest Museum in Kings Canyon National Park, Mammoth Lakes, the summit of Mammoth Mountain on a scenic gondola ride and Death Valley National Park YOU’LL VIEW General Grant Tree in King’s Canyon National Park, General Sherman, Sequoia National Park, El Capitan, Half Dome, Bridal Veil Falls, Devils Postpile National Historic Monument and Badwater Basin in Death Valley 118
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YOUR JOURNEY DAY 1 ARRIVE LAS VEGAS Welcome to glittering Las Vegas. Get acclimated and relax at your hotel situated on the famous Las Vegas Strip. At 6pm meet your Travel Director and traveling companions for a Welcome Reception at your hotel. (WR) TROPICANA LAS VEGAS, A DOUBLETREE RESORT
DAY 2 LAS VEGAS – DEATH VALLEY NAT’L PARK – MAMMOTH LAKES (2 NIGHTS) Today, discover North America’s lowest, hottest and driest point as you enter Death Valley National Park, the largest National Park in the contiguous United States. Enjoy scenic views at Zabriskie Point over the inferno that is Death Valley, learn about the valley’s unique geological features, enjoying sweeping views of desert gorges and miles of sand dunes as your Travel Director shares fascinating facts about the area’s unique history and intriguing weather patterns. Dip 282 feet below sea level at the Badwater Basin, the lowest point in the Western Hemisphere. No putter required at Devil’s Golf Course, a massive saltpan of jagged spires where “only the devil could play golf on such
rough link”. After lunch at Furnace Creek, continue through the desert landscape of Death Valley and start the ascent on the eastern slope of the Sierra Nevada Mountains. Arrive in Mammoth Lakes for a relaxing two-night stay and enjoy dinner. (FB,L,D) THE WESTIN MONACHE RESORT
DAY 3 MAMMOTH LAKES & DEVILS POSTPILE SIGHTSEEING Enjoy a full day in Mammoth Lakes, California’s premier moun tain resort. The Sierra Nevada Mountain Range offers some of the most spectacular scenery in the world and Mammoth Lakes is right in the heart of it all. See for yourself with a ride up the Scenic Gondola to the top of Mammoth Mountain (when operating), where you’ll enjoy 360-degree views of the Sierras. Next is Devils Postpile National Historic Monument, resembling a tidy 60
foot tall lumber pile created by giants. Continue on a short trail down to Rainbow Falls and in dulge in the beauty that this area has to offer. The rest of the day is free to do as you please. (FB) DAY 4 MAMMOTH LAKES – YOSEMITE NAT’L PARK Head north, traveling across the Tioga Pass and enter Yosemite National Park, one of the crown
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jewels in the National Park system and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. (Weather conditions may cause the Tioga pass to be closed to traffic, typically mid-Oct to the end of May. An alternate route and a hotel in Lake Tahoe will be used.) Drive past Tenaya Lake and Tuolumne Meadows as you make your way down to Yosemite Valley. Discover the natural won ders of Yosemite National Park aboard a special valley floor tour, with opportunities to explore. Led by a Park Ranger and local specialist, you’ll get to see all of the valley highlights, as you learn about the natural history, indigenous peoples, the first nonindigenous settlers, flora and the fauna throughout the park. Then head to your accommodation, located inside the National Park, giving you more time to enjoy the park when the day visitors have left. (FB) YOSEMITE VALLEY LODGE DAY 5 YOSEMITE NAT’L PARK – SEQUOIA & KINGS CANYON NAT’L PARKS (2 NIGHTS)
As you leave Yosemite National Park, stop at one of the most photographed vistas in the world, providing a panoramic view of Yosemite Valley, including El Capitan, Half Dome, Cathedral Rocks, and Bridal Veil Falls. Stop
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at the Kings Canyon Visitor Center and stretch your legs on a
short hike to the General Grant Tree, the second largest tree in the world. Today, these two National Parks protect nearly half of the remaining sequoias in the world. Stop at Kings Canyon Lookout for a bird’s eye view of the canyon and continue along the Majestic Mountain Loop, winding through groves of majes tic sequoias before arriving at Sequoia National Park, a stunning area near the southern end of California’s famous mountain range. This evening, after dinner, immerse yourself in a stargazing program as a naturalist and local specialist guides you through the star spangled sky, far away from the city lights. (FB,D) WUKSACHI LODGE
DAY 6 SEQUOIA NAT’L PARK EXCURSION & FREE TIME Explore this “Land of Giants” further with a walk along the General Sherman Tree Loop trail which culminates at the base of the General Sherman Tree, estimated to be over 2,200 years old. Stop at the Giant Forest Museum, where you learn about the history and enjoy a short movie presentation about the ecology and fire inside the replica
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of a burned-out giant sequoia. Walk the Big Trees Trail while enjoying the fresh air of the giant redwood forest. Old West grilling doesn’t get any more authentic as you enjoy a barbecue lunch with a living-history reenactor, and local specialist, who tells stories of early life in the moun tains. After lunch, use the park’s complimentary shuttle system to explore further on your own.
PRICE INCLUDES • First Class Hotels including all hotel tips, charges and local taxes • 12 Meals 7 Full Breakfasts. 2 Lunches. 3 Dinners • Local Specialist in Yosemite and Hollywood
• Personal Audio Headsets • Airport Transfers as noted in the itinerary • Luxury Motorcoach Transportation • Complimentary WiFi (see page 142)
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DAY 7 SEQUOIA NAT’L PARK – LOS ANGELES Descend through the spectacular Sierra Nevada and the Los Padres National Forest before arriving in Los Angeles, the City of Angels. Cruise down Sunset Boulevard as you make your way to Tinseltown, Hollywood. Here you’ll be joined by a local specialist for a guided walking tour taking in Hollywood’s most famous icons: the Hollywood Sign, Grauman’s Chinese Theater and the Hollywood Walk of Fame. Tonight, join your Travel Director and newfound friends for a Farewell Dinner. (FB,FD) BEVERLY HILLS MARRIOTT
DAY 8 DEPART LOS ANGELES Today, a transfer is provided to Los Angeles International Airport or perhaps extend your stay. (FB)
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INCLUDED HIGHLIGHTS LOCAL SPECIALIST Learn how the expert-trained smokejumpers parachute into national forests to help fight the spread of wildfires. Meet a member of the Blackfoot tribe who describes the way of life at HeadSmashed-In Buffalo Jump YOU’LL VISIT The National Museum of Wildlife Art, Mormon Row Historic District, Yellowstone National Park, Grant-Kohrs Ranch National Historic Site, Glacier National Park, Banff National Park and Lake Louise YOU’LL VIEW The epic mountains of Grand Teton National Park SCENIC DRIVE Along the Going-the-Sun Road, South Road, Bow Valley Parkway
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YOUR JOURNEY DAY 1 ARRIVE JACKSON (2 NIGHTS)
Welcome to historic Jackson, Wyoming, gateway to the vast grasslands and towering mountain ranges of the Tetons and Jackson Hole area. Check in to your hotel and start exploring on your own. At 6pm gather at the hotel with your Travel Director and fellow travelers for a Welcome Reception. (WR) THE LODGE AT JACKSON HOLE
DAY 2 JACKSON SIGHTSEEING & FREE TIME Start the day with a relaxing 10 mile float trip* down the Snake River in Grand Teton National Park to view some of the west’s most spectacular mountain scenery. Keep your eyes peeled for the abundant wildlife that lives in the area. If you look closely, you may spot a moose or a grizzly bear. Continue with a visit to the National Museum of Wildlife Art, perched on a knoll overlooking the National Elk Refuge. Enjoy some time at leisure this afternoon to explore “Town Square,” notable for its elk-antler arches. This evening, enjoy a taste of cowboy life with a Regional Meal on a local ranch with tall tales and music around the campfire. (FB,RM)
DAY 3 JACKSON – GRAND TETON NAT’L PARK – YELLOWSTONE NAT’L PARK (2 NIGHTS)
Today, stop at Mormon Row Historic District, a line of
homestead complexes on the National Register of Historic Places and the setting for one of the most iconic pictures of Grand Teton National Park. Travel along the scenic Teton Park Road and stop at the Colter Bay Visitor’s Center to view a collection of American Indian artefacts. Enter Yellowstone National Park, established in 1872 as the world’s first National Park. Watch in awe as Old Faithful’s waters arc nearly 100 feet into the air. Take a walk among the spouting geysers, bubbling mudpots and turquoise hot springs and learn about the geothermal dynamics of this amazing wonderland. (FB,D) HOLIDAY INN WEST YELLOWSTONE
DAY 4 YELLOWSTONE NAT’L PARK SIGHTSEEING Begin the day by looking for wild life in Hayden Valley on the way to the impressive Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone with its stunning waterfall. Continue on the upper loop to Dunraven Pass and the Lamar Valley, some of the most ruggedly beautiful regions of the park. At Mammoth Hot Springs, take a stroll and admire the
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mineral terraces that resemble frozen waterfalls cascading down into the valley. (FB) DAY 5 YELLOWSTONE NAT’L PARK – MISSOULA Travel through Montana and stop at the Grant-Kohrs Ranch Nation al Historic Site commemorating the Western cattle industry that now functions as a working ranch by the National Park Service. Arrive in the township of Missoula where you visit the Smokejumper Visitor Center and training base. Meet with a local specialist to learn how these highly trained smokejumpers parachute into remote areas of national forests to help fight the spread of wildfires. (FB,D) HILTON GARDEN INN
DAY 6 MISSOULA – GLACIER NAT’L PARK (2 NIGHTS) Enter Glacier National Park which was joined in 1932 with Waterton Lakes National Park to form the Waterton-Glacier International Peace Park—a world first and a UNESCO World Heritage Site and Biosphere Reserve. Cross the park along the scenic Southern Road, and keep an eye out for grizzly and black bears. Stop at Goat Lick Overlook for a chance to see mountain goats across the river. Arrive at your lodge, situ ated on the shores of Swiftcurrent Lake inside Glacier National Park. (FB) MANY GLACIER
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DAY 7 GLACIER NAT’L PARK SIGHTSEEING This morning enjoy some of the most spectacular mountain scenery the Rocky Mountains have to offer. Twenty-five glaciers remain in spectacular Glacier National Park from the last Ice Age. The most exciting way to see these natural wonders is on board one of the park’s original renovated red “jammers” (buses). Make your way along the Goingto-the-Sun Road, a National Historic Landmark considered to be one of the world’s most scenic drives. (FB) DAY 8 GLACIER NAT’L PARK – LAKE LOUISE (2 NIGHTS) This morning, cross the International Border and head north to Head-Smashed-In Buffalo Jump, a UNESCO-listed prehistoric site that serves as a telling remnant from the time of the First Nations people. Meet with a Blackfoot Native, a local specialist, who describes the way of life at the very place where hunters drove buffalo over the cliff. Continue north to the town ship of Lake Louise, nestled in the heart of Banff National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
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DAY 9 BANFF NAT’L PARK SIGHTSEEING & FREE TIME Soaring mountains and stunning lakes await you this morning as you explore the most treasured spots of Banff National Park. Enjoy the “Jewel of the Rockies” – stunning Lake Louise where there is time to wander along Lakeshore Trail. Stop at Moraine Lake, one of the most photo graphed spots in all of Canada. Discover why as you are taken on a guided stroll along the shoreline and enjoy the best views. Visit Banff where there is time to explore the quaint shops, art galleries and cafés. This evening, join your fellow travelers for a Farewell Dinner. (FB,FD) DAY 10 LAKE LOUISE – DEPART CALGARY After breakfast, bid farewell to your newfound friends and transfer to Calgary International Airport or to the Westin Calgary for guests extending their stay (flight not included). (FB) Airport arrival will be at 1pm, please be aware when booking your flight. Note: For activities marked with an asterisk (*) in the day-by-day itinerary, participation is at your own risk and a signed liability waiver will be required.
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INCLUDED HIGHLIGHTS CULTURAL INSIGHT Enjoy an interesting cultural presentation from Sylvia Tabb-Lee LOCAL SPECIALIST For included sightseeing in Gettysburg YOU’LL VISIT Mount Vernon, Jamestown, Colonial Williamsburg, Gettysburg National Military Park and Monticello YOU’LL VIEW The Washington Monument, U.S. Capitol Building, the White House and Liberty Bell
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YOUR JOURNEY DAY 1 ARRIVE WASHINGTON, D.C. (2 NIGHTS) Welcome to Washington, D.C. Check into your hotel and spend your afternoon relaxing or set out on your own to take in some highlights of the nation’s capital city. At 6pm, gather at the hotel with your Travel Director and fellow travelers for a Welcome Reception. (WR) RENAISSANCE WASHINGTON, D.C. DOWNTOWN
DAY 2 WASHINGTON, D.C. MONUMENTS, MEMORIALS & FREE TIME Immerse yourself in the proud heritage of a nation, and view the White House, the striking Washington Monument and the National Mall, stretching from the Lincoln Memorial to the Capitol Building. Reflect on the country’s most turbulent days at the Lincoln Memorial and the somber World War II Memorial. This afternoon, enjoy some free time to chart your own course through America’s capital city. (FB)
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From the nation’s capital, travel to the home of its first president, George Washington, on the banks of the Potomac River in Mount Vernon. Visit the Yorktown Victory Center and watch Revolutionary War history come to life. Delve even further into America’s past upon arriving in Williamsburg — settled in 1638 as Middle Plantation. This evening, head to a local tavern for a delicious Regional Meal. (FB,RM) HILTON GARDEN INN WILLIAMSBURG
DAY 4 JAMESTOWN – COLONIAL WILLIAMSBURG Before the Pilgrims landed at Plymouth Rock, Captain John Smith and his hardy band of 104 settlers established the first permanent English settlement in the New World — Jamestown. With the insight of your guide, you’ll find out how difficult life was for the early colonists when they came to America in 1607. Walk through the life-size recreations of the colonists’ crude fort, explore the mock-up Native American Powhatan village and climb aboard
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a replica of one of the three ships that sailed from England to Virginia. Then, fast forward to the 18th century to spend the rest of the day in Colonial Williamsburg, Britain’s largest colony in the New World from 1699 to 1780. Chat with blacksmiths, take in a fife and drum parade, even engage in some politicking with a costumed Federalist in the town square. This afternoon enjoy a riveting cultural presentation by Sylvia Tabb-Lee. (FB)
DAY 5 WILLIAMSBURG – RICHMOND – CHARLOTTESVILLE – MONTICELLO Visit the very spot where George Washington and Thomas Jefferson were inspired by Patrick Henry’s fiery “Give me liberty or give me death” speech when you visit St. John’s Church in Richmond, Virginia. Continue to Charlottesville where you’ll enjoy lunch at a local restaurant. For a more genteel window into Jefferson’s life, explore Monticello (translating to “little mountain”), his neoclassical Italian estate perched atop a hill. The rest of your day is free. (FB,L) OMNI CHARLOTTESVILLE
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DAY 6 CHARLOTTESVILLE – SHENANDOAH NAT’L PARK – GETTYSBURG Bid farewell to Charlottesville and travel through Shenandoah National Park on the way to Gettysburg. Here you’ll immerse yourself in the narrative of the U.S. Civil War. Visit the incredible
Gettysburg National Military Park Museum and Visitor Center,
home to the breathtaking Battle of Gettysburg Cyclorama paint ing. Get settled in to your hotel before meeting your newfound friends for a festive Regional Meal at the “most haunted”, 19th century Dobbins House with a special guest. (FB,RM) WYNDHAM GETTYSBURG
DAY 7 GETTYSBURG – PHILADELPHIA Cannons blazing, trumpets sounding, the blue and the gray — join your local specialist at the site of one of the Civil War’s most pivotal battles. The events at Gettysburg — where General George Meade’s Army of the Potomac defeated Robert E. Lee’s Army of Northern Virginia — turned the tide in the Civil War. Just four months after the historic struggle, the battlefield was also the backdrop for Abraham Lincoln’s call for “a new birth of
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freedom” in his famed Gettysburg Address. Travel to Philadelphia, site of the signing of the Declara tion of Independence. Stay in the heart of the city’s historic district, within walking distance to dozens of landmark buildings. This evening, join your Travel Director and fellow American history enthusiasts for a Farewell Dinner. (FB,FD) SHERATON SOCIETY HILL
DAY 8 PHILADELPHIA – DEPART WASHINGTON, D.C. Walk in the footsteps of Benjamin Franklin in one of the foremost cities of American history. Begin with a visit to the National Constitution Center — an inter active museum tracing the history of the U.S. Constitution and the effects it has had around the world. Then explore Independence National Historic Park, home of the Liberty Bell.
Return to Washington, D.C., to Dulles International Airport, Ronald Reagan National Airport or to the Renaissance in Washington, D.C. Downtown for guests extending their stay. (FB)
Dulles International Airport arrival will be at 4pm. Ronald Reagan National Airport arrival will be at 5pm. Please be aware when booking your flights.
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Hawaii Four Island Adventure 13 DAYS from $4,075 per person
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INCLUDED HIGHLIGHTS BE MY GUEST Meet Ancil for an educational farmto-fork experience where you will help gather fresh produce for your lunch served al fresco YOU’LL VISIT Pearl Harbor, Pali Lookout, Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, Jaggar Museum, Maui Ocean Center, Thurston Lava Tube, a local farm on Maui and Kauai, Waimea Canyon and Grove Farm Sugar Plantation YOU’LL VIEW Kilauea Volcano YOU’LL SEE See pineapple plantations and North Shore
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YOUR JOURNEY DAY 1 ARRIVE OAHU, HONOLULU – WAIKIKI (4 NIGHTS) Welcome to Hawaii. In the tradi tional Aloha spirit, you’ll be greeted at the airport with a flower lei. Explore your hotel in the heart of Waikiki Beach and spend the rest of the afternoon as you like. At 6pm, gather for a Hawaiian-style Welcome Reception with your Travel Director and fellow travelers. (WR) OUTRIGGER WAIKIKI BEACH (Moderate CV, First Class POV, Premier DOV)
DAY 2 OAHU SIGHTSEEING & FREE TIME Begin your exploration of Oahu today. Traverse the island, pass ing through colorful villages, rain forests and pineapple plantations. See panoramic views of the deep blue waters from rugged cliffs. Marvel at idyllic golden beaches and look out on the world famous surf along the North Shore. (FB) DAY 3 HONOLULU FREE TIME Enjoy a full day today to explore on your own or take part in one of
the many optional activities offered. Tonight, join your travel companions for dinner featuring local fare, mai tai and the sunset. (FB,D)
DAY 4 PEARL HARBOR & HONOLULU SIGHTSEEING Begin your day with a visit to Pearl Harbor and the USS Arizona Memorial. After a drive through the National Memorial Cemetery of the Pacific, located in Punch bowl Crater, return to downtown Honolulu to see the splendid Iolani Palace, the iconic King Kamehameha I statue, and the state capitol building. The after noon is free. (FB) A DAY 5 OAHU – KONA – KEAUHOU BAY, HAWAII (2 NIGHTS)
Your morning begins with a scenic flight to the Big Island of Hawaii. Before an orientation tour of the lively seaside village of Kailua-Kona. Visit a local coffee plantation with a local specialist. Later check in to your Oceanside resort and meet your local specialist at the hotel’s Manta Ray Learning Center. In the
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DAY 6 KONA FREE DAY Wake up to the sound of the sea and explore one of the most beautiful areas in the world on your own today. (FB) DAY 7 KEAUHOU BAY – HAWAII VOLCANOES NAT’L PARK – HILO – KAANAPALI BEACH, MAUI (3 NIGHTS) Bid farewell to Kona as you make your way to Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Stop at the southernmost bakery in the United States. Once inside the park, learn about the fiery geol ogy of the islands and walk through a real lava tube. After ward, enjoy lunch at The Rim restaurant. Later, travel to Hilo for your flight to Maui, where you check in to your beachfront resort on Kaanapali Beach. (FB,L) HYATT REGENCY MAUI RESORT AND SPA (Moderate RV, First Class POV, Premier OV)
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DAY 8 MAUI SIGHTSEEING This morning, travel along the coast to the Maui Ocean Center and meet the center’s passionate conservation naturalists. Next, head into the countryside to visit a local farm and learn about the sustainable agriculture. Indulge in a Be My Guest lunch serving up Hawaiian specialties made with the freshest local ingredients. (FB,BG)
DAY 9 MAUI FREE DAY Enjoy a full free day in paradise as you chart your own course through Maui’s wonderlands before a lively Hawaiian Luau, and Regional Meal, featuring a buffet and tropical cocktails with the songs and dances of old Hawaii and the South Pacific. (FB,RM)
DAY 10 MAUI – LIHUE, KAUAI (3 NIGHTS)
Enjoy a morning at leisure before a short flight to Kauai.
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DAY 11 KAUAI SIGHTSEEING Start your day on Kauai with a visit to Grove Farm Sugar Planta tion, including a private tour of the home on this historic sugar cane plantation. Then set off for Waimea Canyon to view one of the most majestic geological wonders in Hawaii described as “The Grand Canyon of the Pacific”. (FB) DAY 12 KAUAI FREE DAY Spend a free day on Kauai, soak ing in its many natural wonders. You may choose to travel by helicopter over the Na Pali Coast and Manawaiopuna Falls. On your final night on Kauai, join your Travel Director and traveling companions for a festive Farewell Dinner. (FB,FD) DAY 13 DEPART KAUAI A hui hou…until we meet again. Take your transfer to the airport or extend your stay on Kauai. (FB)
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PRICE INCLUDES • Professional Travel Director • First Class Hotels including all hotel tips, charges and local taxes • 18 Meals 12 Full Breakfasts. 2 Lunches. 4 Dinners • Personal Audio Headsets • 3 Inter-tour Flights
• Local Specialist during Kona coffee on a plantation tour and the island manta ray at a special presentation • Airport Transfers with the purchase of combined air and land package • Luxury Motorcoach Transportation • Complimentary WiFi (see page 142)
Hotel Room Categories: CV: City View RV: Resort View POV: Partial Ocean View PV: Pool View OV: Ocean View DOV:Deluxe Ocean View LV: Lagoon View MV: Mountain View
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Gratuities: Option to pre-pay gratuities for Travel Director and Driver $118 per person.
Code: DHL/M/F/P. Prices based on two people sharing a twin room. Intra-Air: Prices include economy inter-island airfares and all related charges as applicable as of 20 May, 2017 for Honolulu-Kona and Hilo-Kahului and Kahului-Lihue flights and are subject to change without notice. Call for the most up to date price. Hawaiian Airlines charges a baggage handling fee of USD$25 per first checked suitcase on each inter-island flight that is not covered in the prices and is the responsibility of the guest. Guaranteed Room Share is not available on this trip.
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Canada’s Rockies 7 DAYS from $1,995 per person
PACE Comfortable STYLE First Class
Don’t miss your chance to see the Calgary Stampede
INCLUDED HIGHLIGHTS BE MY GUEST The Guinn Family are your welcoming hosts on this authentic Canadian ranch experience during which you’ll enjoy a wagon tour and traditional ranch-style dinner CULTURAL INSIGHT Lace up those skates, hit the ice and learn how to be a real hockey player LOCAL SPECIALIST “Meet a Mountie” in Banff YOU’LL VISIT Jasper and Banff National Parks and ride aboard an Ice Explorer on the Athabasca Glacier SCENIC DRIVE Along the Icefields Parkway
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eye out for wildlife including grizzly and black bears, moose, elk and mountain goats. Stay tonight in the quaint town of Jasper. (FB) CRIMSON HOTEL DAY 3 JASPER FREE TIME & SIGHTSEEING Start the day with a a free morning, enjoying the superb vistas, strolling Jasper’s quaint streets, or if you like, take an optional float trip down the Athabasca River. This afternoon enjoy a guided walk at Maligne Canyon, one of the most beautiful gorges in the Rockies. Learn about the underground river system while following the canyon’s trail past waterfalls and jagged rock formations. Later this afternoon, cruise Maligne Lake (may not be available for May departures due to weather), followed by a Regional Meal along the water. (FB,RM)
DAY 1 ARRIVE CALGARY Welcome to beautiful Canada. Get settled in at your hotel, located in the heart of downtown Calgary, and spend the afternoon relaxing or exploring. At 6pm, gather at the hotel with your Travel Director and fellow travel ers for a Welcome Reception. (WR) WESTINN CALGARY
DAY 2 CALGARY – LAKE LOUISE – JASPER NAT’L PARK (2 NIGHTS)
Head into the Canadian Rockies and stop at Lake Louise, one of the most beautiful lakes in North America with its backdrop of the glistening Victoria Glacier. Continue along the stunning Icefields Parkway, driving along side snowcapped peaks and thundering waterfalls. Keep an
DAY 4 JASPER – ATHABASCA GLACIER – BANFF (3 NIGHTS) This morning stop at the
Columbia Icefield Visitor Center and step aboard an Ice Explorer,
a massive vehicle specially designed for traveling on the surface of glaciers. Travel across the Athabasca Glacier. Learn a wealth of fascinating information about glaciers, icefields and their impact on our environment. Later, arrive in the quintessential alpine village of Banff. This evening, before dinner you have the unique opportunity to have an informal chat with a retired local specialist, and Canadian Mountie, dressed in the tradi tional red serge uniform to hear exciting and colorful stories and even pose for a few memorable photos. (FB,D) BANFF PARK LODGE
Canada’s Rockies with Calgary Stampede JUNE 30, JULY 1, 6 & 7 DEPARTURES (Ref: DC5A)
The Calgary Stampede takes place at the beginning of July every year and is included on four departures. DAY 1 TO DAY 6 These days will operate as shown on the Canada’s Rockies itinerary Days 1-6. DAY 7 BANFF – CALGARY (2 NIGHTS)
Bid farewell to your newfound friends and transfer to your hotel in Calgary. Brace yourself for the
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wonder of the GMC Rangeland Derby, and the TransAlta Grandstand Show. Chuckwagon racing is followed by an epic stage show. (FB) CALGARY MARRIOTT DOWNTOWN OR WESTIN CALGARY
DAY 8 CALGARY STAMPEDE Continue your day at The World’s Richest Tournament Style Rodeo and
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enjoy the main events today including ladies barrel racing, bareback, tie-down roping, steer wrestling, saddle bronc and bull riding. (FB) DAY 9 DEPART CALGARY Take a transfer to the Calgary International Airport this morning. (FB)
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DAY 5 BANFF SIGHTSEEING & FREE TIME Stop in Canmore for a unique experience — a chance to exper ience the thrill and excitement of being a real Canadian hockey player. Whether you have skated before or not, played hockey on or off the ice, this is your chance to spend time getting to know Canada’s game. Learn the secrets and superstitions of hockey play ers as a professional coach walks you through a day in the life of a player. Go inside the players’ dressing room where you have the opportunity to put on full hockey gear. Grab your stick and it is off onto the ice. Find out whether you are a lefty or righty and how to score the big goal. Leaving the ice rink behind, immerse yourself in the nature’s glory on a sightseeing excursion around Banff, including the classic viewpoint of Surprise Corner, spectacular Bow Falls and the hoodoo rock formations. The rest of the day is yours. (FB)
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DAY 6 BANFF This morning the optionals are plentiful — perhaps join an optional excursion to other jewels of the Rockies — Yoho National Park and Moraine Lake in the Valley of the Ten Peaks. Enjoy an optinal helicopter flightseeing tour for a birds-eye view of the Canadian Rockies before traveling to the Guinn family ranch for a special Be My Guest Farewell Dinner. Enjoy pristine views, flowered alpine meadows and abundant wildlife during a horse drawn wagon ride. After dinner, enjoy a private country linedancing lesson. (FB,BG) DAY 7 BANFF – CALGARY – USA Descend from the glorious Canadian Rockies and transfer to Calgary International Airport or to the Westin Calgary if you are extending your stay or joining the Calgary Stampede Option. (FB) Airport arrival will be at 1pm, please be aware when booking your flights.
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On Day 7, you have the option of taking the Rocky Mountaineer Train from Banff to Vancouver with an included overnight in Kamloops. Upon arrival in Vancouver you will be transferred to Vancouver International Airport or hotel in Vancouver if you extend your stay. SilverLeaf: From $1,536 per person, twin room, $75 single supplement GoldLeaf: From $2,086 per person twin room, $75 single supplement Price includes all taxes and gratuities to on-board personnel. Day 8 – Airport arrival will be between 6.30pm and 8pm, please be aware when booking your flights.
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PRICE INCLUDES • Professional Travel Director • First Class Hotels including all hotel tips, charges and local taxes • 9 Meals 6 Full Breakfasts. 3 Dinners • Sightseeing with a Local Specialist in Banff
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Best of Eastern Canada 9 DAYS from $2,095 per person
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INCLUDED HIGHLIGHTS BE MY GUEST Immerse yourself in the local flavors of Niagara with a taste of ice wine, a local specialty, and some of the area’s regional cuisine at a familyowned winery CITY EXPLORATIONS City tour of Quebec City and Montreal. Orientation of Toronto, Kingston and Ottawa YOU’LL VISIT The CN Tower in Toronto, Niagara Falls, Parc Omega Safari Park and Montreal
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YOUR JOURNEY DAY 1 ARRIVE TORONTO (2 NIGHTS)
Welcome to Toronto. At 6pm, gather at the hotel with your Travel Director and fellow travelers for a Welcome Reception. (WR) SHERATON CENTRE TORONTO
DAY 2 TORONTO SIGHTSEEING & FREE TIME Start the day with an orientation tour of cosmopolitan Toronto, viewing sprawling Queens Park, stately University Avenue and the Provincial Parliament Buildings. Embark on a trip to the top of the iconic CN Tower and enjoy the rest of the day on your own. (FB) ICONS
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boat ride to the base of Horse shoe Falls. This evening, enjoy a Be My Guest experience at a family-owned winery. Enjoy an exclusive tasting of their awardwinning wines, including ice wine, a specialty of the region. Sample some of Niagara’s regional cuisine created with local seasonal ingredients. (FB,BG) HILTON HOTEL AND SUITES NIAGARA FALLS/FALLSVIEW
DAY 4 NIAGARA FALLS – KINGSTON – OTTAWA Travel along the shores of Lake Ontario for an orientation tour of Canada’s first capital, Kingston, with its beautiful historic build ings. Once in Ottawa, embark on an introductory tour, viewing the elegant buildings of Parliament Hill, Rideau Hall, the residence of the Governor General of Canada, and the beautiful downtown parks. Enjoy dinner at a local restaurant. (FB,D) SHERATON OTTAWA
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DAY 5 OTTAWA – PARC OMEGA – QUEBEC CITY (2 NIGHTS)
This morning, travel to Parc Omega, a safari park that is home to many different kinds of wildlife. Later, find yourself in Quebec City. (FB) HILTON QUEBEC DAY 6 QUEBEC CITY SIGHTSEEING & FREE TIME Join your local specialist on an exploration of Old Quebec City, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Walk the narrow streets of the atmospheric Old Town and the Plains of Abraham, the site of a major colonial battle between the British and the French. Enjoy the afternoon on your own. (FB) DAY 7 QUEBEC CITY – MONTREAL (2 NIGHTS) After departing Quebec City, stop at a local cabane a sucre (sugar shack) to learn about all things maple syrup and enjoy a traditional local lunch. Enter Montreal, the largest
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French-speaking city outside of France, and stop at Mount Royal (the hill that gave its name to the city) for panoramic views over one of the loveliest cities in North America. (FB,L) LE CENTRE SHERATON
DAY 8 MONTREAL SIGHTSEEING & FREE TIME Meet your local specialist who introduces you to the historic sites of the city, including spec tacular Notre Dame Basilica, the colorful Old Port area and the modern downtown. The after noon is yours to explore the city.
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Tonight, toast your Eastern Canada adventure at a Farewell Dinner. (FB,FD) DAY 9 DEPART MONTREAL OR TORONTO Bid au revoir to your newfound friends as you are transferred to either Montreal or Toronto International Airport (flight not included). (FB) For guests departing from Toronto, airport arrival will be at 2pm, please be aware when booking your flights.
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15 Day Itinerary including Holland America Cruise from Montreal to Boston FROM $3,600 PER PERSON
Add a Luxury 7 night cruise aboard Holland America Line’s MS Veendam. All meals included onboard with Personal Choice Dining and Activities, entertainment, spa and fitness center. Day 1-9 will operate as shown on the Best of Eastern Canada itinerary. Cruise includes: Quebec City, Gulf of St. Lawrence, Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island, Sydney, Nova Scotia, Halifax, Bar Harbor, Maine.
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Single Supplement: $950.
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Code: DBEC. Prices based on two people sharing a twin room. Room Share: Guaranteed Room Share is not available on this trip.
PRICE INCLUDES • First Class Hotels including all hotel tips, charges and local taxes • 12 Meals 8 Full Breakfasts. 1 Lunch. 3 Dinners • Local Specialist in Quebec City and Montreal
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Mexico’s Copper Canyon & Colonial Cities 10 DAYS from $2,675 per person
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INCLUDED HIGHLIGHTS AUTHENTIC ACCOMMODATIONS Stay in the foothills at the Hacienda De Los Santos in Alamos and at the Spanish-colonial style Hotel Posada del Hidalgo in El Fuerte BE MY GUEST The Casavantes family are your hosts at their Cava restaurant in Guerrero celebrating family recipes and homestyle Mexican cooking LOCAL SPECIALIST On a visit to a local pearl farm, for sightseeing in Alamos, with Urique basket weavers and Mata Ortiz ceramicist YOU’LL VISIT Historic El Fuerte, Cerocahui, Posada Barancas, Copper Canyon and Paquime SCENIC DRIVE Through the Chihuahua Desert ICONIC TRAIN JOURNEY Through Copper Canyon aboard the Train in the Sky
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YOUR JOURNEY DAY 1 ARRIVE PHOENIX Welcome to Phoenix. Later meet your Travel Director and fellow travelers for a Welcome Reception at 6pm. (WR) HILTON PHOENIX AIRPORT
DAY 2 PHOENIX – MAGDALENA DE KINO – HERMOSILLO Begin your Mexican adventure with a stop at the historic Mission San Xavier del Bac. South of the border, stop in the picturesque town of Magdalena de Kino and see the Church of St. Mary Magdalena, City Hall with its colorful murals. Enjoy your first taste of Sonoran cuisine with lunch before traveling on to Hermosillo and savoring a Regional Meal at a local restau rant in the evening. (FB,L,RM) HAMPTON INN BY HILTON, HERMOSILLO
DAY 3 HERMOSILLO – GUAYMAS – ALAMOS Visit Hermosillo’s lovely colonial cathedral and the Government Palace. Journey to Guaymas, on the Sea of Cortez for a visit to a local pearl farm where you meet a local specialist and learn about
pearl culture. In the late after noon, arrive in Alamos, an en chanting colonial silver mining town. It is also designated as a “Magical Town” (Pueblo Magico) and is located in the foothills of the Sierra Madre Mountains, where the Sonoran desert meets the tropics. Arrive at your resort, set in 3 long-standing colonial mansions and a sugar mill. This evening, enjoy a folkloric dance performance and cocktails before dinner is served at the hotel. (FB,D) HACIENDA DE LOS SANTOS
DAY 4 ALAMOS – EL FUERTE Meet a local specialist for a guided walking tour to see some of the grand mansions of Alamos. In the afternoon, travel to El Fuerte. Your hotel is set in a beautiful colonial mansion, built in 1890 by a wealthy family. (FB) POSADA DEL HIDALGO
DAY 5 EL FUERTE – CEROCAHUI Board the world-famous Chihua hua al Pacifico “El Chepe” train and head into the Sierra Madre Mountains. After taking almost 100 years to build in this rugged terrain, this rail line is considered to be an engineering marvel. Travel from sea level to 5,900 feet in less than 150 miles. This
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rail excursion, voted “Most Exciting Train Journey in the World,” takes you into the heart of the Copper Canyon, over four
times as large as Arizona’s Grand Canyon. Disembark in Bahuichivo and transfer to your quaint hotel in the picturesque village of Cerocahui. After lunch at the hotel, visit the boarding school Tewecado, founded in 1941 by the Servants of the Sacred Heart of Jesus and the Poor to extend their mission to the remote culture of the Tarahumara Indians. (FB,L,D) MISION CEROCAHUI
DAY 6 CEROCAHUI – MIRADOR CERRO DEL GALLEGO – POSADA BARRANCAS (2 NIGHTS) Cerro del Gallego Urique Lookout provides the most sweeping view of the Copper Canyon. Gaze into Urique Canyon, the deepest canyon. Stop at a home and meet a local specialist for a demonstra tion of local basket weaving techniques. Then transfer to the train station where you re-board the train for the journey to Posada Barrancas. Poised like an eagle’s nest at the canyon’s edge is your hotel, situated near the highest point of the canyon. Your room offers a private balcony with
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awe-inspiring scenery of the Copper Canyon. After some time to relax, join a spectacular walk along the rim of the canyon. (FB,L,D) EL MIRADOR
DAY 7 POSADA BARRANCAS SIGHTSEEING & FREE TIME Today experience the crossing of the canyon in a spectacular cable car ride, one of the highest in the world, to a breathtaking view point of the three of the main canyons, including the Copper Canyon. For lunch, enjoy a picnic with the local specialty, Discada (mixed meat dish), set in a scenic location overlooking the impres sive canyons. Enjoy an original Tarahumara dance performance
and, when available, meet the actual Tarahumara Running Champion. The rest of the day is yours to relax and enjoy the canyon before dinner. (FB,L,D) DAY 8 POSADA BARRANCAS – CASAS GRANDES Travel to the small town of Guerrero, where Alma Casavantes and her husband Paco Cabrera welcome you for a unique Be My Guest experience. Enjoy an exquisite meal of tradi tional foods and share stories of the history of their family and of growing up in this part of the Chihuahua Desert. This evening, head to the Casa del Nopal, a grandiose estate formerly
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Single Supplement: from $825.
Gratuities: Option to pre-pay gratuities for Travel Director and Driver $104 per person.
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belonging to Don Luis Terrazas. Here you are greeted by a local specialist in Mata Ortiz pottery. See how they have adopted ancient traditions into this modern style of pottery the region has become famous for. Enjoy a festive Farewell Dinner in this historic locale. (FB,BG,HD)
PRICE INCLUDES • Professional Travel Director • First Class Hotels including all hotel tips, charges and local taxes • 22 Meals 9 Full Breakfasts. 6 Lunches. 7 Dinners • Personal Audio Headsets
• Sightseeing with a Local Specialist in Guaymas and Alamos • Airport Transfers as noted in the itinerary • Luxury Motorcoach Transportation • Complimentary WiFi (see page 142)
HACIENDA CASAS GRANDES
DAY 9 CASAS GRANDES – PAQUIME – TUCSON Visit the prehistoric adobe com plex of Paquime, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and a great trading center in the 14th and 15th centuries before the Spanish con quest of Mexico. The journey continues to the Sotol Factory Don Cuco. See how sotol is fermented and distilled, taste samples and enjoy a simple lunch with your hosts. Continue across the Chi huahua Desert into the U.S. and arrive in Tucson in time for your Farewell Dinner. (FB,L,FD) THE WESTIN LA PALOMA RESORT & SPA
DAY 10 TUSCON – PHOENIX After breakfast, depart Tucson for the Phoenix Sky Harbor Inter national Airport or extend your stay at the Hilton Phoenix Airport Hotel. (FB) Airport arrival will be at 2pm on Day 10, please be aware when booking your flights.
Please Note: This journey requires walking on uneven surfaces and steps. Occasion ally, the itinerary may be subject to delays or variations due to circumstances beyond our control; it is best enjoyed by the experienced traveler in good health who can take such variations in stride.
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Mexico’s Great Copper Canyon 8 DAYS from $1,495 per person
INCLUDED HIGHLIGHTS YOU’LL VISIT Hermosillo San Carlos Sea of Cortez Alamos El Fuerte Copper Canyon Train in the Sky, “The El Chepe” Tarahumara Indians Casas Grandes Traditional clay pottery studio Paquime
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YOUR VALUE ITINERARY DAY 1 PHOENIX – SANTA ANA – HERMOSILLO – SAN CARLOS (2 NIGHTS)
This morning, meet with your Travel Director and traveling companions between 7-8am in the lobby of the Hilton Garden Inn, Phoenix Airport North. Due to your early morning (8am) departure, pre-trip overnights are available at the hotel. Begin
your adventure by crossing the U.S. Mexico border and see the great Sonoran desert open up before you. After stopping for lunch in the small town of Santa Ana, travel on to Hermosillo to see the lovely colonial cathedral and the Government Palace, its walls bedecked with murals depicting the history of the Sonoran region. Arrive in San Carlos where the desert meets the glittering Sea of Cortez. (L) MARINATERRA HOTEL AND SPA
ALAMOS BONITO
DAY 2 SAN CARLOS SIGHTSEEING Board your private boat for a
DAY 4 ALAMOS – EL FUERTE Stroll the streets of Alamos as your local specialist brings the town’s history to life. Visit some of the restored mansions built
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seals, and exotic sea birds, such as the blue-footed booby and the great blue heron. Afterward, take a scenic drive through stunning desert gardens, home to massive cacti and stop at Mirador Escénico, rated by National Geographic as one of the “Top 10 Ocean Views.” This afternoon is free. (CB) DAY 3 SAN CARLOS – ALAMOS This morning, visit the first cultured pearl farm in the Americas and learn all about pearl oyster farming, grading and quality selection. Next, travel south through rich farmlands to the foothills of the Sierra Madre and the quaint town of Alamos. A living museum, the city’s cobble stone streets are lined with beau tiful Spanish colonial buildings. This evening, enjoy the local flavors of Mexico while dining with your traveling companions in a traditional setting. (CB,L,D)
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when Alamos’ silver mines were among the richest in the world. After lunch, journey farther into the Sierra Madre to the town of El Fuerte. Tonight, experience ancient dances from the Yaquis. See the popular deer dance and other traditional Mexican folk dances. (CB,L) TORRES DEL FUERTE DAY 5 EL FUERTE – COPPER CANYON (2 NIGHTS) Mexico’s Copper Canyon — four times as large as the Grand Canyon of Arizona — looms large in the culture and imagination of this proud country. Board your rail car and start your journey aboard the Train in the Sky, “El Chepe,” traveling from sea level to 7,500 feet, passing through tunnels and over soaring bridges. Engineers and laborers spent nearly 100 years laying tracks into this rugged terrain, and now the spectacular views make it one of the world’s most exciting train journeys. Pass alongside the jagged Barranca Septentrion and Urique Canyon as you travel into the heart of Copper Canyon. Disembark at your hotel, situated right on the rim of the canyon. (CB) DIVISADERO BARRANCAS
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DAY 6 COPPER CANYON SIGHTSEEING Spend the entire day exploring this dramatic area, one of the greatest natural treasures of North America. Learn about the geological forces that created the seven individual canyons, collect ively known as the Copper Canyon or “Barrancas del Cobre”. Meet the local Tarahumara Indians, a semi-nomadic tribe whose ancestors have lived in the canyon’s caves for thousands of years and view the tribe’s arts and crafts. An optional gondola ride down the canyon is available this afternoon. (CB) DAY 7 COPPER CANYON – GUERRERO – CASAS GRANDES Travel to the village of Guerrero, an area rich in culinary resources and apple orchards. Then travel on to the bustling city of Casas Grandes. This evening, see local artisans who have adapted ancient traditions into a modern
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Sea of Cortez Cruise
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Gratuities: Option to pre-pay gratuities for Travel Director and Driver $89 per person.
Code: VCCA. Prices based on two people sharing a twin room. Room Share: Room Share is not available on this trip. Passport details are required at time of final payment.
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style called Mata Ortiz with a local specialist. Watch master craftsmen design fire pots and the techniques learned over several generations. Continue the evening with an optional dinner or return to your hotel. (CB,L) HACIENDA CASAS GRANDES
DAY 8 CASAS GRANDES – PAQUIME – PHOENIX Today, visit the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Paquime, a great trading center in the 14th and 15th centuries before the Spanish conquest of Mexico. See cere monial mounds, the House of the Cross (believed to be a temple and observatory) and the House of the Serpent, where animals were raised. Continue across the Chihuahua Desert into the U.S.
Return to the Hilton Garden Inn Phoenix Airport North is at approximately 7.30pm depending on border crossing and traffic conditions. (CB,L)
10-Day Trip Including Phoenix Accommodation FROM $1615 TWINSHARE (SINGLE SUPPLEMENT FROM $520) Due to the early departure from Phoenix and late return to Phoenix, overnight accommodation is available at the Hilton Garden Inn Phoenix Airport North before and after the trip for a 10 Day itinerary. Complimentary hotel airport shuttle transfers will be provided to guests who purchase the 10-day trip option. Included Meals: CB Continental Breakfast L Lunch D Dinner
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• Professional Travel Director • Hand-Picked Accommodations • Hotel Service Charges and Tips, Baggage Handling Fees and Local Taxes
• Luxury Air-Conditioned Coach • 13 Meals 7 Breakfasts. 5 Lunches. 1 Dinner • Complimentary WiFi (see page 142)
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Please Note: This spectacular region of Mexico is off-the-beaten-path. Meal choices maybe not be as extensive as on other Trafalgar vacations and hotel facilities in some towns may be limited. This journey requires walking on uneven surfaces and steps. Occasionally, the itinerary may be subject to delays or variations due to circumstances beyond our control; it is best enjoyed by the experienced traveler in good health who can take such variations in stride.
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PACE Comfortable STYLE First Class
INCLUDED HIGHLIGHTS CULTURAL INSIGHT Indulge in gourmet chocolate made from the world’s best cacao beans. Visit a tico family’s palm plantation to learn about and sample the delicate heart of palm
See the Costa Rican wildlife
YOUR JOURNEY DAY 1 ARRIVE SAN JOSE Welcome to San Jose! Your journey begins with a warm greeting at the airport from a local host and a transfer to your hotel. At 6pm, gather at the hotel with your Travel Director and traveling companions for a Welcome Reception. (WR) SHERATON SAN JOSE DAY 2 BRAULIO CARRILLO NAT’L PARK – SAN JOSE – TORTUGUERO NAT’L PARK (2 NIGHTS)
After breakfast, head toward the small town of San Isidro de
Heredia, where you are wel
comed by master chocolatiers, Julio Fernandez and George Soriano, for a taste of gourmet chocolate. Learn about the history of chocolate and how it is produced at this small workshop. Continue to Braulio Carrillo National park and embark on a river journey through the protec ted wetlands. Later, stroll the streets of Tortuguero Village and explore the fascinating Green Turtle Research Station. Enjoy dinner at the hotel this evening. (FB,L,D) LAGUNA LODGE TORTUGUERO
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Note: 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 Sarapiqui hotel.
DAY 3 TORTUGUERO NAT’L PARK SIGHTSEEING & FREE TIME Glide through the canals and waterways of the park today as howler monkeys watch from the treetops, toucans and egrets fly through the air and crocodiles ply the cool waters. If you’re here in July, take an optional trip to see the sea turtles laying eggs on the beach. (FB,L,D)
BE MY GUEST Join Don Alberto and Dona Ana Quintana for a traditional Costa Rican lunch at their Hacienda Pozo Azul, a 2,000 acre working ranch LOCAL SPECIALIST Listen to a Quaker share stories of the beginning of Monteverde’s colorful history YOU’LL VISIT Tortugeuro National Park, Braulio Carrillo National Park, Sarapiqui and Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve with its canopy skywalk YOU’LL VIEW Arenal Volcano
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DAY 4 TORTUGUERO – SARAPIQUI Board your boat, bid adiós to the park and enjoy lunch along the way. Then visit a Tico family’s palm plantation to learn about and sample the delicate heart of palm. After a mid-afternoon arrival at your hotel, join your Travel Director on an easy hike looking for the exotic birds of this region. With a little luck, you may spot the endangered great green macaw. (FB,L) SUEÑO AZUL RESORT DAY 5 SARAPIQUI – ARENAL For the early risers, there is time for an optional rafting trip. Or relax and immerse yourself in the natural beauty of the area sur rounding your lodge. Later, enjoy a special Be My Guest lunch at an eco-friendly hacienda built by the Quintana family as a retirement project. Today, it is home to an organic farm, restaurant and related eco adventures. The family welcomes you with a delicious lunch and shares stories of how their retirement dreams
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have benefited the local com munity. Depart for the town of La Fortuna de San Carlos, home of the colossal Arenal Volcano. Late this afternoon spend time in the thermal pools of your resort as well as the gardens with beautiful birds. Tonight relish some of the best views of the volcano as you enjoy a leisurely dinner. (FB,BG,D) ARENAL PARAISO RESORT & SPA
DAY 6 ARENAL – MONTEVERDE CLOUD FOREST (2 NIGHTS) Enjoy a free morning before heading to the Monteverde Cloud Forest, straddling the Continental Divide, home to luxuriant vegeta tion, abundant wildlife, coffee plantations and spectacular views. Tonight, you’ll meet a native Quaker who will share stories of Old Town Monteverde. (FB,D) EL ESTABLO MOUNTAIN HOTEL
DAY 7 MONTEVERDE CLOUD FOREST SIGHTSEEING & FREE TIME Join your local guide for an excur sion through the Monteverde
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Costa Rica Pacific Ocean
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Feb 17
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Jun 23
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Feb 24
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Jul 21
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Mar 3
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Sep 29
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Mar 10
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Oct 6
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Mar 17
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Nov 10
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Mar 24
$1,795
Dec 8
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Single Supplement: from $475.
Gratuities: Option to pre-pay gratuities for Travel Director and Driver $85 per person.
Code: LCRE. Prices based on two people sharing a twin room. Guaranteed Room Share is not available on this trip.
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Cloud Forest Reserve. Covering
26,000 acres of tropical rain forest, the Reserve consists of 6 ecological zones and offers extre mely high biodiversity, consisting of over 2,500 plant species (including the most orchid varieties in a single place), 100 species of mammals, 400 bird species, and 120 reptilian and amphibian species. Later ascend to the treetops for a bird’s-eye view of the forest on the unforgettable Sky Walk, a chain of six suspension bridges at
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canopy level. Tonight, trade stories of your experiences at a festive Farewell Dinner. (FB,FD) DAY 8 MONTEVERDE – USA Transfer to either Liberia or San Jose International Airports or travel on to Guanacaste Beach for those extending their stay. Airport arrival will be at 10.30am for both San José and Liberia. (FB) Airport arrival will be at 10.30am for both San Jose and Liberia on Day 8, please be aware when booking your flights.
PRICE INCLUDES • First Class Hotels including all hotel tips, charges and local taxes • 16 Meals 7 Full Breakfasts. 4 Lunches. 5 Dinners • Local Specialist in Monteverde • Personal Audio Headsets
• Airport Transfers as noted in the itinerary • Luxury Motorcoach Transportation • Complimentary WiFi (see page 142)
Please Note: For the more remote areas of Costa Rica (such as Tortuguero and Sarapiqui), we use the best available hotel facilities with comfortable but simple guestrooms and eco-friendly amenities perfectly suited to the natural surroundings. This journey requires walking on uneven surfaces and steps and sometimes through heavy showers (umbrellas and rain ponchos provided). This journey is best enjoyed by the experienced traveler in good health and who can take such conditions in stride.
2-Night Post-Trip Guanacaste Beach Stay FROM $375 PER PERSON (SINGLE SUPPLEMENT FROM $350) (Ref: LCRG) Included in your 3-day stay:
• 2 nights at the Tamarindo Diria Beach & Golf Resort • Full Breakfasts • Arrival and Departure airport transfers
DAY 8 MONTEVERDE – LIBERIA – GUANACASTE (2 NIGHTS) Check in to your seaside resort. With just a short stroll along the shore, you can spot a variety of wildlife. (FB) TAMARINDO DIRIA BEACH AND GOLF RESORT
DAY 9 GUANACASTE FREE TIME The day is yours to relax at the beach, head into nearby Tamarindo
village or choose from numerous options as you please. (FB) DAY 10 GUANACASTE – LIBERIA – USA A transfer is provided to Liberia International Airport for your onward flight. (FB) Please Note: There is no Travel Director on the Post-Trip Guanacaste Beach Stay extension.
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A chance to explore Australia’s must-sees: from the Great Barrier Reef to Aboriginal culture, the sights and sounds of Sydney, pleasures of arty Melbourne and Western Desert art.
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Geyser or glacier, Aboriginal philosophy or Maori culture, Melbourne’s eclectic laneways or the natural beauty of Queenstown: the contrasts of two diverse nations are revealed, on this in-depth journey.
Traditional Maori carving
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Waitomo Caves Mt. Ruapehu
Hokitika FRANZ JOSEF GLACIER Milford Sound
Haast
Mt. Cook QUEENSTOWN
Arthur’s Pass
ROTORUA Taupo
Picton
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Waitomo Caves
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New Zealand
From Auckland to Christchurch, we see nature in its many forms: the Glow Worm Grotto, Franz Josef Glacier, the majestic Southern Alps and cruising Lake Wakatipu by vintage steamship.
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Milford Sound
Tasman Sea
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VICTORIA
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19 DAYS North and South Island with must-sees all the way, from the cityscapes of Auckland to the barren landscapes of Desert Road, serene Milford Sound to the jagged pancake rocks of Punakaiki.
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Haast
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Taupo
Picton
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Eclectic cities, traditional villages, snow-capped mountains and coastal beauty combine. Discover the splendors of Japan on a journey of discovery, from iconic Tokyo to Kanazawa and Kyoto.
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The temples and tuk tuks of Bangkok give way to the lush forests of Kanchanaburi and ancient traditions of Chiang Mai, on this in-depth exploration of Thailand.
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Damnoen Saduak
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In addition, no refunds are made for unused portions of a tour or cruise including, but not limited to, missed meals or sightseeing, motorcoach travel and the non-use of hotel room and absent extenuating circumstances that GET reserves the right to determine. AIR RESERVATIONS: For the most competitive and up to date pricing from your departure city call our toll free number at 1-877-622-9084. Air transportation is in economy class by scheduled airlines. Business class is available upon request. Some tours are not available from all of the airports. Requests for specific airlines, non-stop or direct flights and/or seat assignments are accepted as preferences only and cannot be guaranteed. Some airlines do not accept advance seat assignments. Frequent flyer programs are under the control of the respective airlines. Your airline tickets will be electronically issued in lieu of paper tickets. Please note that your airline tickets and other tour documentation must bear your FULL name as it appears on your passport; and airline reservations can only be made for dates less than 331 days out. AIRLINE TICKETS ISSUED BY GRAND EUROPEAN TRAVEL: The following charges apply for cancellations or changes to airline arrangements made by GET: Prior To Airline Ticketing: Service fee of $50 per person. After Airline Ticketing: Service fee of $75 per person plus any airline imposed penalties which may be up to 100% of the airline ticket value. DOT ADVISORY: The Department of Transportation requires us to inform you of the following condi tions. The package price is subject to change as a result of increases in fuel surcharges and/or govern ment taxes until it has been paid in full. You must consent to the possibility that, until you pay for your package in full, your price could go up. Once you have paid in full we would only pass along increases in government taxes if applicable at that time. You have 7 days from receipt of the first invoice to revoke your consent and request a refund, at which time we would cancel your booking. PASSPORTS AND VISAS: A valid U.S passport is required for traveling outside of the U.S., including to Canada & Mexico. Passport application forms may be ob tained from your local post office. All passports must contain at least 3 blank visa pages and must be valid for 6 months after the completion of your tour. Entry visa application forms will be sent prior to your departure for U.S. passport holders visiting the following countries: Russia ($233*), China ($198*), Brazil ($248*) and Vietnam & Cambodia ($301*). An entry fee is required upon arrival at the airport in Egypt ($25*), and Zimbabwe ($30*). These countries prefer payment in U.S. dollars rather than local currency. Australia requires an electronic visa ($0*) which is obtained at the time of airline ticket purchase. Turkey requires that you obtain an electronic entry visa ($20) prior to arrival. Cambodia Airport Departure Tax ($25*) is included in the cost of the airfare. *All visa costs and entry/exit require ments can change at any time. Please visit travel. state.gov for current information. Individuals who do not hold a U.S. passport should contact VisaCentral at 1-866-788-1100 to see if visas are required. TRAVEL DOCUMENTS: Approximately 15 days prior to the departure date you will receive a travel information package that will include your airline itinerary, travel tips, hotel list, baggage tag, travel wallet, etc. Visas, when required, will be distributed as soon as they are issued by the countries involved. Please note that your airline tickets and other tour documen tation must bear your FULL name as it appears on your passport. Please immediately review your travel documents. You are responsible for all terms, conditions and limitations stated therein. PARTICIPATION: Guided Vacations require a blend of adventuresome spirit, physical fitness, walking ability, mental alertness, and a capacity for accept ing situations as they exist and not, necessarily, as we would find them in America. If you have health concerns, we suggest that you contact your
physician to help determine the suitability of one of these tours for you. We regret that we are unable to accept requests for special diets or itinerary varia tions. Disabled travelers requiring special attention or treatment on any tour must be reported when reservations are made. A companion who is able to provide the required assistance must accompany any person who is unable to travel independently or who needs any type of assistance. 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 Advis ories” 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. BAGGAGE: Due to limited motorcoach storage capacity, each guest is permitted one large suitcase not to exceed 50 pounds in weight nor 30”x22”x10” in dimension on European programs. Handling of this bag by hotel porters is included in the price. In addi tion, each person is allowed one small piece of carryon size luggage that does not exceed the dimensions of 12”x11”x6” and is the complete responsibility of the guest and must be taken on the motorcoach with you. Carry-ons with telescopic handles and wheels will not fit in the overhead compartments and there fore cannot be accepted as carry-on luggage for safety reasons. Other destinations have smaller baggage dimensions which are noted in your pretour documentation. GET does not assume any responsibility for loss or damage to baggage or passengers’ belongings. Please note: It is your responsibility to verify the baggage weight restric tions for the individual airlines that you will be travel ing on as in some instances baggage is restricted. Airline baggage charges collected at check-in are not included and are at passengers own expense. EARLY DEPARTURE OR EXTENDED STAY: If you wish to depart early or extend your stay in Europe, flight and hotel arrangements can be made by contacting our office. Airport transfers are not included but may be pur chased through GET. On most programs you can reserve up to 3 additional nights at the hotel where your itinerary starts and ends, however space may be limited and is subject to availability. Please call for our low cost rates and availability. Luggage handling and breakfast is not included on North American program extensions. LAND ONLY: If you wish to make independent flight arrangements, you may still reserve the land portion. Hotel-airport transfers are subject to availability and flight details must be provided in writing at least 45 days prior to departure. See tour page for specific transfer times. If you make your own air arrangements, GET is not liable for any losses should you not arrive on time and no refunds will be given. AIRPORT TRANSFERS: Complimentary airport arrival and departure transfers are included in the itinerary price when you purchase our land/air package and operate at fixed times on the first and last day of your itinerary. See the individual itinerary pages for details. For those making their own flight arrange ments extending at GET hotels, transfers can be purchased; please call for details. London Heathrow Airport Arrivals: For tours commencing in London, we have included a free group shuttle to/from LHR for clients that have booked our combined land/air packages. For clients that have made their own flight arrange ments GET has negotiated rates for shuttle transfers from LHR to your London hotel (which must be booked through GET) at a price of $60 per person per single trip to/from LHR. London Gatwick Airport Arrivals: Clients arriving at LGW who have booked our combined land/air packages are provided with a Gatwick Express train voucher to Victoria Station, and will need to make their own way from Victoria Station to the tour hotel. For clients that have made their own flight arrangements, we suggest you visit
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www.gatwickexpress.com for transfer information. To purchase airport transfers please call 1-877-622-9084. SMOKING: Please note that we do not permit smoking on our motorcoaches, however, frequent stops are made while traveling. SURFACE TRAVEL & SIGHTSEEING: Ground arrangements are provided by Trafalgar Tours Ltd., Insight Vacations Ltd., and Uniworld River Cruises Inc., separate companies, and include inter-city travel by private motorcoach with air conditioning and an emergency restroom*, ferry, train, and ship as per the itinerary. ‘CostSaver’ is a trading name of Trafalgar. Activities on days indicated in the itin erary as being “at leisure or optional” are left to your discretion. *Some exceptions apply. HOLIDAYS: During local or national holidays some museums, restaurants or sightseeing may be limited or not available. Alternatives will be offered wherever possible. At times, some itineraries may be operated in reverse; you will be advised at the time of booking. HOTELS: The hotels reserved for our programs are rated as European Standard First Class, or Luxury for Insight Gold programs. All hotel rooms provide a private bath (and/or shower) and toilet. Note hotel room sizes, standards, facilities and services may vary from country to country and region to region and are in local style. Accommodations outside of the United States do not necessarily offer the same level of amenities and may not be in compliance with the American Disabilities Act. All hotels are clean, comfortable and located so as to best facili tate guided sightseeing of the area. Hotels reserved for each program are indicated in the Day-By-Day Itinerary. If, for any reason, it becomes necessary to use other hotels, they will be of a similar standard, where possible. We only contract non-smoking rooms. All accommodations, meals and services have been designated as first class in Russia, Eastern Europe and provincial areas though some tourism facilities are less developed than what might normally be expected in this category. Tours in North and South America use Standard First Class hotels. SINGLE ROOMS: A limited number of single rooms are available at a supplement. While single rooms provide privacy, they are often smaller than twinbedded rooms. We do offer the option to join our nonsmoking Room Share Program (subject to availability and eligibility requirements). The Room Share Program is not available on programs to Greece, Israel, Mexico, Canada, Hawaii, Costa Rica, Peru, South America, China, European River Cruises, Hidden Journeys, Paris Explorer, London Explorer and Rome Explorer and all pre or post extensions. GET is not responsible for any claims, damages or losses relating to, or arising out of, the Room Share Program. TRIPLE ROOMS: Triple room accommodations are available on a limited basis at a reduced price. Triple rooms usually consist of a twin-bedded room with an additional folding bed or cot for the third person. They may not be comfortable for three adults. Triple rooms are not available on cruises. WI-FI: Complimentary Wi-Fi service is available in many hotel guestrooms. When such a service is not available complimentary Wi-Fi will be available in the public areas of most hotels. In most countries complimentary Wi-Fi is also provided on-board the coaches. The Wi-Fi on the coaches uses the mobile phone network and as a result the connection will be slower than standard broadband and at times may not be available. In some countries this service will not be available. Please note that it is not available on local transfer/relief coaches when the main tour coach is not being used. For further information please refer to www.GETours.com. MEALS: Please note in cases of early morning departures, FB (full breakfast) may not be available. We are unable to accept requests for special menus
to meet dietary or religious requirements. Included meals are shown on each itinerary page. PRICE DOES NOT INCLUDE: Beverages and meals not de tailed in the itinerary. Personal expenses including passport and visa fees, alcoholic beverages, option al sightseeing tours, laundry, phone calls, traditional end of the trip gratuity to your Travel Director and Motorcoach Driver, tips to local city guides, crew tips and all other items of a personal nature, airport tax, service & security charges and port taxes. (Subject to change.) Travel Insurance is also not included but is highly recommended. OPTIONAL PREPAID GRATUITIES: If you have prepaid your gratuities for your Travel Director and Driver, this will be detailed within your vacation vouchers and vacation documentation. Please note that prepaid gratuities cover only the land portion of your itiner ary. We offer this option on the majority of our vacations. Please check the pricing panel for applicable vacations. CONSUMER DISCLOSURE NOTICE: Please read the Terms and Conditions carefully, as your deposit and payment for a trip constitutes consent to all conditions and general information contained in this brochure. RESPONSIBILITY: These trips are arranged by Trafalgar Tours Ltd., Insight Vacations Ltd., and Uniworld River Cruises Inc., (“Operator”) in conjunction with Grand European Tours (2003) Inc. They have made the travel arrangements as agents for the transpor tation carriers and other suppliers of services con nected with the tour (“suppliers”) all of which are independent contractors. Neither GET or the Operator in no way owns or operates the vehicles or facilities to be used during the trip, and does not guarantee or assume responsibility for the acts and/or omissions of suppliers, their employees, agents, etc. Transportation companies, airlines etc. are not to be held responsible for any act, omission or event during the time passengers are not on board planes, transportation or conveyances. We rely on international convention which may apply to the services provided by us, our suppliers or agents with respect to any claim of any nature brought by you against us as a result of the provision of those services. International conventions which apply may include: Warsaw Convention 1929, (as amended by Hague Protocol and Montreal Protocol) in relation to air travel, or Montreal Convention; the Berne Convention for rail travel; Athens Convention 1974 for carriage by sea; the Geneva Convention for carriage by road and the Paris Convention 1962 for Hotels. We are to be regarded as having all benefit of these conventions on limiting our liability in relation to any claim for death, injury, loss, damage and delay to passengers and luggage. Enrollment in and payment for a program shall constitute agreement and acceptance by the passenger of the terms and conditions set forth in this brochure which cannot be varied except in writing by an officer of the Company. All bookings are accepted subject to the conditions imposed by GET, the Operator and any suppliers including airline, cruise line, rail, coach, hotel, restaurants, insurance and other companies, firms or persons concerned with the trip, and the Operator will make no refund in the event of their delay, cancellation, overbooking, strike, force majeure or for elements of the package not used by customer. If there is a difference between the Operator’s Conditions and those published by a supplier, the conditions of supplier shall apply. GET and the Operator reserves the right to cancel a trip or change the itinerary whenever in its sole judgment conditions warrant, or if the Operator deems it necessary for your com fort, convenience or safety. Trips outside the USA require a valid passport. You are responsible for and release GET and the Operator from, passport, visa, vaccination requirements, and safety conditions in travel destinations. The Operator strongly recom mends you purchase appropriate cancellation/
medical/baggage insurance for the trip. For medical information, call the Center for Disease Control at 1-800-232-4636 or visit www.cdc.gov/travel, and for U.S. State Department travel advisories, call 1-202-647-5225. The Operator reserves the right to decline to accept any person as a member of the tour, or to require any participant to withdraw from the trip at any time who presents a significant risk to the health or safety of himself or others which cannot be eliminated or reduced to an acceptable level by the Operator’s reasonable accommodation. GET and the Operator reserves the right to correct an error in the advertised price prior to your depart ure. Prices in this brochure are accurate at the time of printing and are subject to change without notice due to changes in market factors including but not limited to foreign currency and supplier cost fluctu ations. Prices set forth in future brochures shall supersede the prices in this brochure. Airfare quotes are subject to airline capacity limitations and higher airfares may apply depending on seat avail ability at the time of reservation. A contract is made when your reservation and payment are accepted by the Operator at its office, and any dispute shall be governed by Oregon law and subject to the juris diction of Portland, Oregon. In calculating the cost of your trip, Operator has relied on your consent to these terms and in the absence of this release, the trip cost would have been higher. Operator reserves the right to substitute hotels of similar quality at any time or to make changes in itinerary of similar quality. Operator will not be responsible to any person for expense, loss of time, money or other circumstance resulting from a change in itinerary or change of tour arrangements. Operator also re serves the right to cancel a departure, and in such cases all payments made to date will be refunded and shall constitute full settlement. If you purchase an airline ticket separately, ensure that your travel agent explains the conditions under which the ticket is issued, as the Operator assumes no responsibility for such airline ticket cancellation fees. Please un derstand that not all museums and attractions are open every day of the year. Operator reserves the right to vary the sequence of sightseeing and/or to re-route the order of cities if that will enable you to visit all listed excursions. In either case, the itinerary content will be maintained to the extent possible and there are no refunds for any unused or unavailable excursions. Promotional offers subject to change. This brochure supersedes any other current brochure in the market. PRIVACY POLICY: Occasionally we make portions of our mailing lists available to carefully selected com panies. If you would prefer not to have your name and mailing address made available, please call us at 1-877-622-9084. To review our full privacy policy, visit our website at www.GETours.com/ privacy-policy. AARP MEMBER BENEFITS DISCLOSURE: AARP member benefits are provided by third parties, not by AARP or its affiliates. Providers pay a royalty fee to AARP for the use of its intellectual property. These fees are used for the general purpose of AARP. Some provider offers are subject to change and may have restrictions. Please contact the provider directly for details. Credit and Courtesy for the photos goes to: SolStock - Cover and page 2-3, Volanthevisit page 4-5, Oversnap - page 26.
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