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Dear Valued Guest, As we begin to adapt to our new normal, for many of us the desire to travel in 2021 — to see distant cities and villages, experience new works of art, architecture, and food is still high. Plus there’s the anticipation and joy of having something to look forward to.

The decision to travel is individual. My “insider” perspective is that when you feel the time is right, you’ll find we live in an amazingly welcoming and endlessly fascinating world. You’ll feel greater appreciation and kindness from locals. You’ll find historic sites, museums, artwork, cities and villages are as beautiful and compelling as ever. And you’ll find our Travel Directors and local experts ready and waiting to ensure you have the best vacation.

Grand European, our parent company The Travel Corporation (TTC), and its family of brands want you to travel confidently and with peace of mind. To that end, we’ve been leading the tour industry by establishing enhanced hygiene measures and physical distancing standards, collaborating closely with the World Tourism and Travel Council (WTTC) to develop its “Safe Travels and Seamless Traveler Journey” global protocols.

We have adapted everything in our business, making your wellbeing our #1 priority.

Read more about our new industry leading policies on page 6, which include the announcement of our new Wellbeing Directors — a role you’ll only find when traveling on our brands.

When you’re ready to travel, give us a call.

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Creating travel memories for over 40 years

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Trust the experts in Guided Vacations & River Cruises Our collection of guided vacations, tours and river cruises are a perfect choice for your dream vacation. When you call Grand European Travel you’ll discover the reason our reputation for First-Class Service is so well earned. Whether you are a first-time traveler, or an experienced explorer, you can trust us to manage every detail for you, every step of the way. From helping you select from more than 300 of the best tours throughout Europe, North America and beyond, to arranging your air travel and ground transportation, to managing countless details (big and small), we know what you need to make your travel adventure seamless and hassle free. Now, more than ever before, the benefits in working with an experienced travel expert are priceless.

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Platinum Trusted Service As you plan your vacation, we invite you to read our guest reviews at GETours.com/reviews. Our reviews are 100% genuine — unedited, uncurated and interdependently managed by Feefo, a global ratings a review provider. See for yourself why we’ve been awarded Feefo’s prestigious Platinum Trusted Service Award.

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every step of the way

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We’ve taken additional measures to stay healthy while traveling In this new, fast-changing Covid-19 era, we are doing all we can to adapt to new requirements and expectations. Here are some important new steps and procedures that we’ve implemented to enhance hygiene protocols, to comply with physical distancing requirements by relevant government authorities and to give you the peace of mind when you travel in these new times.

Expertly-Trained Travel Directors Our Travel Directors have been newly trained in enhanced hygiene and physical distancing procedures.

During your trip, they operate with a caring duty of care and monitor the hygiene etiquette of our guests and have preventative measures in place for your wellbeing.

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NEW – Exclusive Industry First Dedicated Wellbeing Director Exclusive to Trafalgar, Insight Vacations and Luxury Gold trips, our Wellbeing Directors are dedicated to supporting and assisting your wellbeing throughout your vacation to ensure daily sanitization of the stateof-the art motor coach and ensure all hygiene, physical distancing and wellbeing regulations are adhered to each day. They will be on hand sharing infor­ma­tion on the best wellbeing travel tips, as well as ensuring that all aspects of your trip meet the established criteria of The Travel Corporation, WTTC and WHO wellbeing protocol standards.

A Full Team of Support 24/7 It’s not just your Travel Director and Driver who will be taking care of you.

Behind the scenes, our opera­tions and guest support teams are in contact with them and on-call 24/7, so you can rest assured that you are in good hands.

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Stringent On-the-Road Protocols Our customized luxury coaches are sanitized before the start of your trip and have always been kept to very high standards. Following the out­break of COVID-19, we have taken additional measures to elevate our hygiene and sanitary practices in accordance with guidance from the World Health Organization (WHO) and as required, applicable government regulations.

Our Drivers are trained with the latest hygiene protocols and will clean and disinfect all surfaces including handrails, door handles, tables, seats, air-conditioning filters and over­ head lockers on a daily basis. All our guests are asked to follow hygiene practices recom­ mended by the World Health Organization including the thorough and regular washing of hands and sanitizing when required. Hand sanitizer is freely available on board for your use throughout the day. Please bring your own washable face mask and gloves with you.

Trusted Partners, Exceptional Standards We are very selective in who we work with and choose to only use hotels, restaurants, ground handlers and

venues that take the health and well-being of our guests as seriously as we do and agree to meet expected guidelines and specifi­ca­tions. We only work with establishments that we are confident will consistently adhere to our standards.

Social Distancing Adapting to the right size groups, based on government distancing require­ments, you can rest assured that you will travel with the comfort of your own personal space.

Have peace of mind that all of the exper­i­ences, hotels, and restaurants you’ll enjoy on your trip, have been vetted to ensure they adhere to social distancing and hygiene guidelines.

Always In-The-Know As part of The Travel Corporation (TTC), we are kept up to date with all government advisories and travel alerts on a daily basis and are continually in touch with our partners on the ground in each destination.

Also, rest assured that during your trip, our teams work to ensure our supplier partners (hotels, restau­rants, museums, and other venues) are also applying the same standard to these new hygiene and distancing protocols, to the extent possible.

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Why you’ll love traveling with us

The Highlands, Scotland

We put your wellbeing priorities first Personal Service Our team of Travel Specialists are here to make finding and booking your vacation simple and hassle free — from helping to find the perfect trip to your preferred destination, to booking flights, travel insurance, additional hotel nights and more.

Hassle Free Vacations A great vacation is when you truly unwind and our service and packages offer you just that. On every trip you’ll find all the details have been taken care of so every day you are free to be in the moment and discover. Plus, our global team is available 24/7 while you’re traveling for total peace of mind.

Supporting Locals & Making a Difference One of the most important impacts of travel is the positive one you can make to local economies and communities you visit. We try to have a direct impact on each destination by threading this through each itinerary — supporting family-run hotels, small businesses, local restaurants and local not-for-profit organizations.

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We deliver exceptional service, extraordinary ü experiences and great value

We remain flexible and continue to adapt to ü today’s evolving world

We actively support local communities, ü

maintain heritage and care for the environment

We are very selective in who we work with and ü choose suppliers that we are confident will consistently adhere to our standards

When you travel with us, you’ll be supporting people who open their homes and businesses exclusively for you to learn about their lives, their culture and traditions through their perspectives, passion and stories.

Unique Experiences One of travel’s greatest rewards is a journey packed with things you wouldn’t otherwise experience. These encounters not only highlight differences in our cultures and customs, but most importantly the things that unite us. Every itinerary features unique, fun experiences that only we can deliver thanks to our longstanding local connections and commitment to providing you an authentic adventure.

Great Accommodations Key to a great vacation is selecting the right places to stay. You’ll sleep peacefully at best in class properties, carefully chosen from independent hotels to world-class brands like Hilton and Marriott. Connect to the places on an even deeper level with Stays With Stories hotels on many Trafalgar vacations.

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We’ll help you find the perfect trip, from value… to luxury…

and everything in between

VALUE

FIRST CLASS

Value vacations offer essentials by us, tailored by you. They include the services of an experienced Travel Director, sight­seeing tours in major cities, all break­fasts on European itineraries, and European 3- and 4-star hotels (not always centrally located) and plenty of free time. Optional experiences can be added to tailor your vacation your way.

First Class vacations feature 1st Class hotels, exclusive Be My Guest experiences where you’ll meet and dine with locals, the services of a Travel Director and Wellness Director throughout your vacation, and resident local guides, who will lead exclusive sightseeing tours offering an insider’s perspective.

Our value partner is Costsaver.

Our First-Class brand of choice is Trafalgar, the most awarded vacation company in the world.

PREMIUM

LUXURY

Premium vacations feature 1st Class, centrally located hotels, the services of an experienced Travel Director and Wellness Director throughout your journey, and exclusive experiences that you wouldn’t be able to arrange on your own. With a maximum of 40 guests, you’ll enjoy a more intimate touring experi­ence, as well as spacious Business Class legroom on all motor­coaches.

Guests seeking the ultimate in indulgence and refinement will enjoy our exclusive collection of vacations that go above and beyond expectations, providing the finest accommodation, epicurean dining, and exclusive VIP experiences.

Our Premium brand of choice is Insight Vacations.

Our Luxury partners delivering 5-Star experiences include Luxury Gold, Lion World Travel and Uniworld Boutique River Cruises.

Look for the trip Pace icon (  ) on the itinerary pages inside Please Note: Extensive walking, often on uneven cobblestone streets, and stair climbing are required on all our vacations.*

LEISURELY

COMFORTABLE

ACTIVE

3 or more nights in each destination. Plenty of free time. Requires walking to participate in top sites.

Mainly 2- and 3-night stays in each destination. Comfortable travel days. Requires walking to participate in top sites.

Faster paced with mix of 1- and 2-night stays in each destination. Requires walking to participate in top sites.

*If in doubt, consult your physician.

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Make Your Travel Matter Over a decade ago, our parent company The Travel Corporation (TTC) sparked a movement of awareness and action to ensure that our love of travel would be passed on to future generations, so that they too have the privilege to experience the gift of travel.

Recognizing the important role we play as the world’s leading travel brand, TTC established the TreadRight Foundation, with a clear and simple mission to have a positive impact on the people and communities we visit, to protect wildlife and marine life, and to care for the planet.

Simply put, making travel matter. To date, TreadRight has supported over 55 sustainable travel projects around the world.

On our trips you’ll make a difference by: 1 Supporting local businesses off the tourist trail and year-round 2 Preserving rich cultures, generations old traditions and wildlife 3 Traveling paper-free, on plastic-free coaches and supporting initiatives like tree planting, beach clean-ups and maintaining heritage sites As a family of brands we’ve pledged to make travel matter in all that we do. We’d love you to read it and join us on our mission. To learn more and take the pledge visit treadright.org.

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Utah

National Park, Bryce Canyon National Park, Williams, Grand Canyon, Cameron Trading Post Cruise down the Snake River on a float trip Iconic Train ride to the heart of stunning Grand Canyon National Park

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Day 1 Arrive Jackson (2 Nights) Launch your Old West adventure in Jackson, where you’ll check in to your hotel and perhaps visit the National Museum of Wildlife Art, housing works by Andy Warhol and Georgia O’Keeffe. This evening, you’ll meet your Travel Director and fellow travelers for a Welcome Reception.

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Day 2 Jackson Sightseeing Begin your journey with breakfast in Jackson before you head out to your first national park. The daz­zling natural wonders of the Grand Teton National Park take center stage today as you float down the Snake River^. Keeping a keen eye out for moose and grizzly bears amidst the pine-clad river­banks as well as the beautiful views the park has to offer.

This evening return to Jackson and indulge in a Regional Dinner. (B,RD) Day 3 Jackson – Grand Teton National Park – West Yellowstone (2 Nights) Explore the alpine landscapes of Grand Teton National Park keeping your camera at hand to capture the mountain meadows and towering peaks that provide a picturesque backdrop for today’s drive to West Yellowstone, the gateway to the world’s oldest national park and a boon for outdoors enthusiasts of all ages. (B) Grey Wolf Inn & Suites Day 4 Yellowstone National Park Sightseeing Journey to Yellowstone, America’s first national park, where you’ll encounter a geothermal wonder­ land of spouting geysers, bubbling mudpots and turquoise hot springs.

Pay a visit to Old Faithful, watching as its waters arc high into the air, and try to spot the park’s resident bison, grizzlies and elk as you navigate passes and valleys during this full day of sightseeing. (B) Day 5 West Yellowstone – Salt Lake City Travel south to Utah’s capital, the center of the Mormon religion.

Delve into history at the Salt Lake City Temple Square and take this time to explore at your leisure.This evening join your fellow travelers at the Roof Restaurant to enjoy a regional dinner. (B,RD) Homewood

today. Admire its fairytale castles, cathedrals and secret hideaways amidst an amphitheatre of rusty red limestone spires. We’ll continue to Zion National Park with its towering cream, pink and red cliffs and unusual biodiversity.

Suites by Hilton Salt Lake City – Downtown

Airport arrival will be at 1:30 p.m., please be aware when booking your flights.

Note: For activities marked with a caret (^) in the day-by-day itinerary, participation is at your own risk and a signed liability waiver will be required.

Day 6 Salt Lake City – Bryce Canyon National Park – Zion National Park The eerie hoodoo landscapes of Bryce Canyon are our first stop

(B) La Quinta Inn & Suites at Zion Park/ Springdale

Day 7 Zion National Park – Williams (2 Nights) Prior to starting your day, enjoy yourself breakfast at your hotel.

Then, head on a tram ride through Zion Canyon, against the backdrop of soaring canyon walls and along the Virgin River, delving into some of the park’s most treasured spots.

We continue to the historic railroad town of Williams, stopping enroute at Cameron Trading Post to browse local Navajo handicrafts and perhaps taste some traditional fry bread. (B) Grand Canyon Railway Hotel Day 8 Grand Canyon National Park Sightseeing Embark on the ride of a lifetime and board the Grand Canyon Railway from Williams to the South Rim of the UNESCO-listed Grand Canyon, one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World. In Grand Canyon National Park, you’ll learn how this extraordinary feat of nature de­vel­ oped over the past 40 million years. This evening enjoy a special ‘Be My Guest’ dinner at South Rims Beer and Wine. A former Route 66 ser­vice station featuring local craft beers, Arizona wines, and arguably the best food in Williams. (B,BMG) Day 9 Williams – Depart Las Vegas Slice through desert landscapes bound for the desert playground of Las Vegas where you will be transferred to Las Vegas McCarran International Airport or consider extending your stay. (B)

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Code: DPRK. Prices based on two people sharing a twin room.

Solo Room Supplement: call for pricing.

Gratuities: Option to pre-pay gratuities for Travel Director, Wellness Director and Driver $179 per person.

Always Included Professional Travel Director First Class Hotels including all hotel tips, charges and local taxes 12 Meals 8 Breakfasts (B).

4 Dinners (including ‘Be My Guest’) (D). Regional Dinner (RD).

Welcome Reception (WR) Airport Transfers as noted in the itinerary

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9 National Parks Wonders

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Devil’s Tower

Cody

Mount Rushmore, South Dakota

Grand Teton

Crazy Horse Memorial

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ourney past the icy peaks of the Grand Tetons, bubbling mudpots of Yellowstone and lawless backwater towns, where the legends of Wild Bill Hickok, Calamity Jane and Crazy Horse once ruled.

South Dakota Deadwood Rapid City Mount Rushmore

Wyoming

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# OVERNIGHT

SIGHTSEEING

Trip Highlights Connect With Locals Learn about the early 20th century history of the old town of Sheridan with an exclusive dinner at PO News and Flagstaff Café (Day 5) Dive Into Culture Meet Stephen Yellowhawk, a son of the Lakota and Iroquois Nations, who is help­ ing to keep the important tradi­ tions and history of his tribe alive through song and dance (Day 8) Make A Difference You’ll discover why the Crazy Horse Memorial is only possible thanks to your visit, and how the foun­da­ tion preserves the heritage of Native Americans. Help support Stephen Yellowhawk’s work with

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Native American diabetic patients (Days 7, 8) Local Specialist for included sightseeing in Deadwood Orientation of Jackson Visit the towering peaks of Grand Teton National Park, Yellowstone National Park, the Buffalo Bill Center of the West in Cody, Devils Tower National Monument, the Black Hills of South Dakota View Crazy Horse Memorial and Mount Rushmore in South Dakota Scenic Drive through Deadwood

Day 1 Arrive Jackson (2 Nights) Explore Jackson before meeting your Travel Director and fellow travelers for a Welcome Reception.

(WR) The Lodge at Jackson Hole

Day 2 Grand Teton National Park Free Time Spend a day at leisure connecting with the natural scenery of Grand Teton National Park. You could take an optional float trip down Snake River^. Take an aerial tram ride to the peak of Rendezvous Mountain (seasonal) this afternoon. The Bridger Gondola or another activity will be offered when the tram is not in operation. The rest of the evening is at your leisure. (B)

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Day 3 Jackson – Yellowstone National Park (2 Nights) We continue to the UNESCO-listed Yellowstone National Park, spend­ ing the next two nights at one of the park’s signature lodges.

(B,D) National Park Lodges

Day 4 Yellowstone National Park Sightseeing Journey through Hayden Valley enroute to Yellowstone’s Grand Canyon. Drive along Dunraven Pass and past Montana’s Lamar Valley, then admire Mammoth Hot Springs. (B) Day 5 Yellowstone National Park – Cody – Sheridan Experience the history of the American West at the Buffalo Bill Center of the West in Cody. This evening, we ‘Connect With Locals’ and enjoy a traditional Westernstyle ‘Be My Guest’ dinner.

(B,D) Holiday Inn Sheridan

Day 6 Sheridan – Deadwood – Rapid City (3 Nights) Admire Devils Tower National Monu­ment, then arrive in Deadwood where you’ll join Kevin Costner’s Original Deadwood Tour and meet a Local Specialist.

Journey to Rapid City.

(B) The Rushmore

Day 7 Black Hills Excursion See the iconic face of Crazy Horse etched from the granite rock of the Black Hills and ‘Make A Difference’ by learning how your visit contrib­ utes to its preservation. We con­ tinue to Mount Rushmore featuring the carvings of 4 infamous American presidents. (B)

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Day 8 Rapid City Free Time Take an optional trip to Badlands National Park this morning or enjoy free time to explore downtown Rapid City today. This evening, we ‘Dive Into Culture’ during a festive Farewell Dinner and ‘Make A Dif­fer­ ence’ by learning how Stephen Yellowhawk works to preserve Native American heritage. (B,D)

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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. (B) Note: For activities marked with a caret (^) in the day-by-day itinerary, participation is at your own risk and a signed liability waiver will be required.

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Black Hills Pow Wow Special Departure: This departure features the traditional Black Hills Pow Wow on the evening of Day 7.

Solo Room Supplement: call for pricing.

Gratuities: Option to pre-pay gratuities for Travel Director, Wellness Director and Driver $174 per person.

Always Included Professional Travel Director First Class Hotels including all hotel tips, charges and local taxes 13 Meals 8 Breakfasts (B).

5 Dinners (including ‘Be My Guest’) (D) Airport Transfers as noted in the itinerary

Black Hills Pow Wow Special Departure – October 3 On the evening of Day 7, this departure will experience one of the premier American Indian cultural events in the United States, attracting hundreds of dancers, singers, artisans and several thousand spectators from across several U.S. states and Canadian provinces. You’ll be welcomed by your guide Stephen Yellowhawk (or another tribe member) at the Black Hills Pow Wow. Watch the Grand Entrance Dance Performance before enjoying a fine art expo at your leisure. (B) The Rushmore

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10 Tastes & Sounds of the South DAYS

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oin us for a little jazz, home cookin’, country music honky-tonks and a whole lot of rock ‘n’ roll on this inspiring jaunt through the deep south.

Oak Alley Plantation # ARRIVE

Trip Highlights Connect With Locals Join a pianist and a chef for an evening of true southern hospitality and an opportunity to explore the sights and sounds of two beautiful Natchez homes (Day 6) Dive Into Culture Delve into the life and foot-tapping tunes of Johnny Cash with a member of his family and with costumed guides at the Frogmore Plantation (Days 2, 7) Make A Difference Meet the Tanners on their cotton plantation and learn how your visit helps 18

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them to preserve the history of their estate and Mississippi cotton plantation heritage (Day 7) Local Specialist for sightseeing in Memphis and New Orleans City Tour in Memphis, New Orleans Orientation of Nashville Visit Graceland, Oak Alley Plantation, Frogmore Plantation, Rock ‘n’ Soul Museum, Studio B, Sun Studios, Country Music Hall of Fame

New Orleans

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# OVERNIGHT

SIGHTSEEING

Day 1 Arrive Nashville (3 Nights) Welcome to Nashville. This evening join your Travel Director and fellow travelers for a Welcome Reception. (WR) Sheraton Nashville Day 2 Nashville Sightseeing RCA’s Studio B reveals the legends of Elvis Presley, Jim Reeves and Roy Orbison. ‘Dive Into Culture’ and gain insights into the life and music of Johnny Cash during a private per­for­mance of original Cash tunes with one of Johnny’s family mem­bers. Our acoustic journey con­tin­ues with a visit to the Country Music Hall of Fame and

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Museum to see Elvis’ Solid Gold Cadillac lim­ou­sine and Jim Reeves’ tuxedo jacket. (B)

Day 3 Nashville At Leisure & Sightseeing In the morning, continue our dis­ cov­ery of Nashville on a ‘Your Choice’ sightseeing experience, exploring either the Johnny Cash Museum or the Ryman Au­di­to­ri­ um. This evening you have the option to visit the Grand Ole Opry for a back­stage tour. (B) Day 4 Nashville – Memphis (2 Nights)

Head to Beale Street, the birth­ place of Blues, Soul, and Rock ‘n’ Roll, where we’ll meet a musician and Local Specialist to learn about the musical heritage of Memphis.

In the afternoon, you have the option of visiting the National Civil Rights Museum. Enjoy a Regional Dinner this evening. (B,D) Hotel Hu

Day 5 Graceland Excursion Worship at the altar of the King, Elvis Presley, and head to Graceland. Then pay a visit to Sun Studio, which recorded the first Rock ‘n’ Roll single in 1951.

This evening is free. (B) Day 6 Memphis – Natchez Kick off this morning’s musical inter­lude at the Memphis Rock ‘n’ Soul Museum, before heading to Natchez. Located along the shores of the mighty Mississippi River, the city was once one of the USA’s pivotal centers for trade, cotton and sugarcane ex­ports in the South. Traveling through Natchez, you’ll unlock the South’s turbulent past by learning about its history and culture through the people who are local to the region on an orientation tour of the city. Tonight will be an even­ing to remember, as you ‘Connect With Locals’ in one of the region’s beautiful historic homes, where your hosts will open their doors for us. First up, you’ll be welcomed by the talented Joe Stone, a concert pianist and historian who’ll give you a tour of his home, before sitting down to feel like part of the family at the main event, a traditional, threecourse ‘Be My Guest’ exper­i­ence, a delicious home-cooked meal by a local chef, topped off with wine.

(B,D) Magnolia Bluffs

Day 7 Natchez – Oak Alley – New Orleans (3 Nights) Today offers another encounter with American history as we ‘Dive Into Culture’ at Frogmore Plantation

and Gins. Explore the property, from the original gin through to modern day through the eyes of our hosts Buddy and Lynette and learn of the incredibly harsh real­i­ ties of this trade and the mark it made on Southern history. Con­tin­ ue through the Louisiana country­ side for another chance to learn and appreciate the stories of the south at Oak Alley Plantation, with its perfectly manicured gardens and quarter mile canopy of 300-year-old oak trees. The spicy scents of Creole cuisine linger long after this evening’s visit to the New Orleans School of Cooking where we enjoy a fun cooking demon­stra­ tion with a passionate New Orleans local and a Regional Dinner of delicious and iconic Creole cuisine.

(B,D) Sheraton New Orleans

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Day 8 New Orleans Sightseeing & At Leisure Let the good times roll in New Orleans today with a Local Special­ ist, stopping at City Park and one of the ornate above-ground ceme­ teries. The afternoon is yours to explore on your own. (B) Day 9 New Orleans At Leisure Today is yours to explore the sights and sounds of New Orleans. This evening, join your Travel Director and new friends for a Farewell Dinner at the famed Court of Two Sisters. (B,D) Day 10 Depart New Orleans Take a transfer to New Orleans International Airport or extend your stay in New Orleans at the Sheraton New Orleans. (B)

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Jazz Festival: This departure will include tickets to the New Orleans Jazz Festival and Heritage Festival and will not include tickets to Grand Ole Opry.

Solo Room Supplement: call for pricing.

Gratuities: Option to pre-pay gratuities for Travel Director, Wellness Director and Driver $195 per person.

Always Included Professional Travel Director First Class Hotels including all hotel tips, charges and local taxes 14 Meals 9 Breakfasts (B). 5 Din­ ners (including ‘Be My Guest’) (D) Airport Transfers as noted in the itinerary

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10 Majestic Alaska DAYS

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Alaska Fairbanks Denali

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Denali National Park

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Anchorage Seward

xplore the scenic river valleys and snow-capped peaks of Alaska, travers­ing Denali’s tundra and Hurricane Gulch to Kenai Fjords National Park — home to black bears, the Harding Icefield Trail, Resurrection Bay and Prince William Sound.

Kenai Fjords

NATIONAL PARK

Valdez Prince William Sound Glacier Bay

Haines Juneau

British Columbia

NATIONAL PARK

Ketchikan 8 Day Glacier Discovery Cruise Option

Vancouver # ARRIVE

# DEPART

# OVERNIGHT

SIGHTSEEING

Trip Highlights Dive Into Culture Meet Fairbanks’ own Gold Daughters who will guide you through the process of panning for gold in real Alaskan pay dirt (Day 5) Make A Difference Learn how the Musk Ox Development Corporation promotes a sustain­ able agricultural practice and the Alaska Wildlife Center’s role in wildlife rehabilitation (Days 8, 9) Local Specialist for sightseeing in Denali National Park and at a dog musher kennel City Tour in Anchorage and Fairbanks Orientation of Valdez, Seward and Denali Visit Anchorage, Fairbanks, Denali National Park, Valdez, Seward, Alaska Native Heritage

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Center, Dog Musher’s Kennel, the Alaska Pipeline, Fairbanks’ Gold Daughters, Riverboat Discovery, Wrangell St. Elias Visitor Center, Valdez Museum, Musk Ox Farm, Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center View historic Rika’s Roadhouse State Park, Alaska Range, Wrangell St. Elias National Park, Mt. Denali Scenic Drive along the Scenic Seward Byway Cruise Prince William Sound, Kenai Fjords National Park and aboard a paddlewheel boat in Fairbanks Iconic Train journey through Alaska’s wilderness aboard the Alaska Railroad

Day 1 Arrive Anchorage Welcome to a city surrounded by uninhabited landscapes and the perfect springboard to an epic adventure through Alaska. Tonight, join your Travel Director and fellow travelers for a Welcome Reception.

(D) Hilton Downtown

Day 2 Anchorage – Denali National Park (2 Nights) Kickstart your day with a brief Anchorage City Tour before visiting the Alaska Native Heritage Center and then onto the untamed wilderness of Denali National Park.

A ‘Local Specialist’ reveals insights into the rare Sub-Arctic flora and fauna of the park before delving into Denali’s lively history during a Regional Dinner and show at the Denali Dinner Theater.

(B,D) Denali Park Village

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Day 3 Denali National Park Touch the sky as you wind your way through this untamed wil­der­ness to catch a glimpse of the ‘Great One.’ Embark on an ex­ten­sive Denali Natural History Tour during which you’ll learn about the Alaskan natives who once lived in the park and the first ascent of Denali, North America’s highest peak. (B) Day 4 Denali National Park – Fairbanks (2 Nights) Your morning is free. This after­ noon, we’ll join a ‘Local Specialist’ at a dog musher’s kennel to learn about the sport of dog mushing and witness how these energetic sled dogs lead the way. Later, we’ll board the Alaska Railroad, in a deluxe dome railcar, and make our way to the Golden Heart City of Fairbanks. A Regional Dinner is served before our arrival in Alaska’s Northern Lights capital.

(B,D) River’s Edge

Day 5 Fairbanks This morning’s adventure sees us dig for insights into Alaska’s Gold Rush. ‘Dive Into Culture’ with Fairbanks’ own Gold Daughters who will guide you through the process of panning for gold in real Alaskan pay dirt. Then, board the Riverboat Discovery before visiting a recreated Athabascan Indian Village. Indulge in the delicious flavors of a traditional salmon bake Regional Dinner. (B,D) Day 6 Fairbanks – Valdez (2 Nights)

We journey south to the port community of Valdez on Prince William Sound. Carve your way through this rugged state along the Richardson Highway, Alaska’s oldest highway, with views of the Trans Alaska Pipeline. Stretch your legs during a brief stop at the historic Rika’s Roadhouse, an important crossroads for travelers, and the Wrangell St. Elias Visitors’ Center, before arriving in Valdez.

(B) Totem Inn

Day 7 Valdez Delve into heritage and culture at the Valdez Museum. Then keep an eye out for seals, otters, sea lions and porpoises as you cruise Prince William Sound, admiring the ice cliffs of Columbia Glacier. Enjoy lunch against the backdrop of your wild surrounds. (B,L) Day 8 Valdez – Anchorage (2 Nights)

Journey back to Anchorage this morn­ing. ‘Make A Difference’ during

your afternoon stop at the Musk Ox Farm to take a guided tour and learn how this non-profit organi­za­ tion pro­motes sustainable agri­cul­ ture practice. This evening, toast to new friends over a Farewell Dinner.

(B,D) Hilton Downtown

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Day 9 Anchorage – Seward – Kenai Fjords Cruise Journey along the Scenic Seward Byway this morning to the port community of Seward. Our first stop is a ‘Make A Difference’ at the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center, where a ‘Local Specialist’ reveals the role of this rehabilitation center. Next up is a sightseeing cruise, including lunch, into the icy heart of Kenai Fjords National Park. (B,L) Day 10 Depart Anchorage Our adventure through the rugged Alaskan wilderness at its end, we take an airport transfer or connect with a southbound Alaska cruise (flight not included). (B)

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Twin price per person from $5,705 Land only before savings 2021 DEPARTURE DATES 17 Day Land & Cruise

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Code: DSMA. Prices based on two people sharing a twin room.

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Gratuities: Option to pre-pay gratuities for Travel Director, Wellness Director and Driver $195 per person.

Cruise Cabins: Verandah, Ocean View and Inside Suites available.

Cruise Fees, Taxes & Tips: Cruise will have a cruise fee, tax and port charges.

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7 Canada’s Rockies

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Alberta Jasper Jasper National Park

Athabasca Glacier

British Columbia

Maligne Lake, Banff

Rocky Mountains

Kamloops

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enture to the land of the grizzlies and glistening glaciers. Your in-depth exploration of the Rocky Mountains begins in Stampede country, taking you through scenic icefields, breathtaking lake landscapes and alpine villages.

■ Rocky

Mountaineer Return Option Relax onboard the Rocky Mountaineer for two days of alldaylight rail travel through Canada’s West and the Canadian Rockies.

Local Specialist Meet a retired Royal Canadian Mountie in Banff City Tour in Banff Visit Jasper National Park, Banff National Park Ride aboard an Ice Explorer on the Athabasca Glacier Scenic Drive along the Icefields Parkway

A sensational two-day journey on-board the Rocky Mountaineer with a night in Kamloops.

Your train journey through Canada’s stunning Rocky Mountains begins as you head west to Vancouver. (B,L) Hotel Assigned by Rocky Mountaineer

DAY 8 Kamloops – Vancouver – USA

Continue your journey by rail through British Columbia to Vancouver. Upon arrival into Vancouver, in­clud­ed transfer will take you to the Vancouver Inter­nation­al Airport or the Pinnacle Hotel Harbourfront (flight not included). (B,L)

Airport arrival will be between 6.30pm and 8.30pm, depending on rail traffic. Please be aware when booking your flights.

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Banff Calgary

Rocky Mountaineer 2 Day Return Option

WASHINGTON # ARRIVE

DAY 7 Banff – Kamloops

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Banff National Park

Lake Louise

Vancouver

Trip Highlights Connect With Locals The Guinn Family is your welcoming host on this authentic Canadian ranch experience during which you’ll enjoy a wagon tour and traditional ranch-style dinner (Day 6) Dive Into Culture Lace up those skates, hit the ice and learn about being a real hockey player (Day 5)

Columbia Icefield

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MONTANA # OVERNIGHT

SIGHTSEEING

Day 1 Arrive Calgary Tip your Stetson to Canada’s ‘Cow­ boy Country,’ kick-starting your ad­ven­ture through the in­im­i­table Rockies in Calgary. This even­ing, gather at your hotel joining your Travel Director and fellow travelers for a Welcome Reception. (D) Westin Day 2 Calgary – Lake Louise – Jasper National Park (2 Nights) Embark on a spiritual encounter with the Canadian Rockies, ad­mir­ ing the ethereal beau­ty of Lake Louise, the surrounding sum­mits and Victoria Glacier, before we continue along the Icefields Park­ way. Skirt the craggy peaks, water­ falls and luminous glacial lakes keeping an eye out for griz­zlies, elk and mountain goats as you make your way through the wil­der­ness to Jasper. (B) Jasper Mountain Park Lodges Day 3 Jasper Soak up pristine natural surrounds enjoying a morning at leisure. Per­ haps join a rafting option­al and float along the Athabasca River, pass­ing through many small sets of rapids as well as calm stretches.

Your National Park licensed guide will point out the natural and

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human his­tory of Jasper. In the afternoon, enjoy dramatic views as you take a guided walk to 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 for­ma­ tions. Take to the aqua waters of Maligne Lake later this afternoon (seasonal), admiring views of its three glaciers and Spirit Island, named by the Stoney Nation in­dig­ e­nous people for the ex­per­i­ences their ancestors had at this place centuries ago. It’s a tiny grove of trees set in pristine nature sep­ar­a­ ted from the mainland by an isth­ mus. Spirit Island becomes a true island for a few short days during the summer. Later this evening, indulge in a Regional Dinner. (B,D)

Day 4 Jasper – Athabasca Glacier – Banff (3 Nights) Your adventure begins with a ride onto the Athabasca Glacier in an all-terrain Ice Explorer. On this thrilling trip, an experienced driverguide will share a wealth of fas­ci­ nat­ing infor­ma­­tion about glaciers and their impact on our en­vi­ron­ ment. Take a sip of ice-cold glacier water and admire the surrounding snow­capped panorama before con­tin­u­ing your journey to the al­ pine village of Banff. Before dinner, you’ll enjoy a rare op­por­tun­ity to meet a retired Royal Canadian Mountie, dressed in the traditional red serge uniform. This ‘Local Spe­ cial­ist’ will share color­ful stories about life in the ‘force’ and even pose for a photo or two. Tonight, enjoy dinner with your fellow travelers. (B,D) Banff Park Lodge Day 5 Banff Sightseeing Learn the art of playing the puck like a pro when you meet a real Canadian hockey player in Canmore. ‘Dive Into Culture’ and embrace Canada’s national sport, learning the secrets and su­per­sti­ tions of hockey players as a

pro­fess­ional coach walks you through a day in the life of a player.

Go in­side the players’ dress­ing room and put on the full hockey gear with help of a real coach. Grab your stick and it’s off onto the ice where you’re soon find out whether you are a lefty or righty and learn how to score the big goal. A sight­ seeing excursion around Banff reveals the exquisite natural beauty of the area. Admire the classic view­point of Surprise Corner, spec­tac­u­lar Bow Falls and the hoo­ doo rock for­­ma­­tions. You may also choose a breath­taking heli­copter option­al for views of the Canadian Rockies you won’t soon forget. (B)

Day 6 Banff Reconnect with nature with a free morning to spend as you please.

Perhaps join your Tour Dir­ec­tor for an optional excursion to Yoho National Park on the western slopes of the Great Divide with a stop at Emerald Lake. Then it’s onto the rugged Valley of the Ten Peaks and Moraine Lake, sur­round­ed by moun­ tains, water­­falls and rock piles. With its vivid shade of tur­quoise that changes in intensity through the summer as the glaciers melt, it makes for a jaw-dropping ex­per­i­ ence. We travel to the Guinn family ranch and ‘Connect With Locals’ over a special ‘Be My Guest’ Farewell Dinner in pristine sur­rounds. Take a wagon ride through the forest near the ranch and past the Buffalo herd before dinner. After­ward, twist, kick and bump your way to country linedancing success. (B,D) Day 7 Banff – Calgary – USA Descend from high above and bid farewell to the Canadian Rockies.

Take your transfer to Calgary In­ terna­tion­al Airport or to the Westin Calgary if you are extend­ing your stay or joining the Calgary Stampede Option (flight not included). (B) Airport arrival will be at 11.30am. Please be aware when booking your flights.

Calgary Stampede Option

DAY 7 Banff – Calgary (2 Nights)

Join in the revelry of The World’s Richest Tourna­ment Style Rodeo.

DAY 8 Calgary Stampede

July 4 & 11

(REF: DC5A)

Bid farewell to your new­found friends and trans­ fer to your hotel in Calgary. Brace yourself for the won­der of the GMC Range­land Derby, and the TransAlta Grandstand Show. Chuck­wagon rac­ ing is fol­lowed by an epic stage show. (B) Westin Continue your day at The World’s Richest Tour­ na­ment Style Rodeo and enjoy the main events today in­cluding ladies barrel racing, bare­­­back, tie-down rop­ing, steer wrest­ling, saddle bronc and bull riding. (B)

DAY 9 Calgary – USA

Take a transfer to the Calgary Inter­na­tion­al Airport this morning (flight not included). (B)

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Calgary Stampede Special Departures: These departures feature two nights in Calgary with entry to the Calgary Stampede.

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Always Included Professional Travel Director First Class Hotels including all hotel tips, charges and local taxes 10 Meals 6 Breakfasts (B).

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European Discoveries England

London

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Paris

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Lucerne

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Switzerland Florence

Italy Rome

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COUNTRIES VISITED: Netherlands, Germany,

COUNTRIES VISITED: Italy, Switzerland, France,

LOCATIONS VISITED: Amsterdam, Kamp Bornhofen,

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Trip Highlights Connect With Locals Travel to Isola Tiberina for an evening with Fabio and his family. Enjoy a drinks reception at their apart­ ment before our ‘Be My Guest’ dinner in a unique setting among Roman excavations (Day 9) Stays With Stories Enjoy the elegance of yesteryear and sweep­­ing lake vistas at the Grand Hotel Europe in Lucerne, where warm Swiss hospitality and a grand past spanning over a cen­ tury guarantee an unforgettable stay (Day 5) Dive Into Culture Witness the exquisite craft of glassblowing, a delicate tradition that generations of Venetian craftsmen have per­ fected over the centuries (Day 7) 26

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Local Specialist for included sightseeing in London, Paris, Florence and Rome Orientation of Lucerne and Venice Visit St. Peter’s Basilica in Rome View the White Cliffs of Dover, the Eiffel Tower, the Champs Élysées, the Arc de Triomphe and Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris, the Lion Monument and the Chapel Bridge in Lucerne, St. Mark’s Basilica in Venice and the ancient sites of Rome See the Somme Battlefields and the vineyards of Burgundy in France Ferry across the Channel from Dover to Calais

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# OVERNIGHT

SIGHTSEEING

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Day 1 Arrive London (2 Nights) On your arrival day in London, spend some time exploring the pomp and pageantry of a city that effortlessly combines old and new. Park Plaza County Hall/ Park Riverbank Plaza

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

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Day 3 London – Paris (2 Nights) Meet your Travel Director and de­ part London for the White Cliffs of Dover, England’s last hurrah before we cross the English Channel. We pass the tragic World War I battle­ fields before arriving in Paris where we will enjoy a Welcome Reception with dinner to meet our fellow travel­ers and Travel Director, followed by an orientation drive.

(B,D) Novotel Centre Bercy

Day 4 Paris Embark on a scenic sojourn along the grand Champs Élysées to view the Arc de Triomphe, honoring those who fought for France. View Notre Dame Cathedral and enjoy a stroll through the Latin Quarter.

This afternoon, enjoy some leisure time to explore the treasures of Paris. Wander through Montmartre in search of beautiful art, view da Vinci’s Mona Lisa at the Louvre or relax at a cozy French café and enjoy a glass of wine while watch­ ing the world go by. (B) Day 5 Paris – Lucerne We wind our way through the sprawl­­ing vine­yards of Burgundy, journeying south past rolling green farmlands into Switzerland bound for Lucerne. Cross the famous wood­en Chapel Bridge with its 17th-century paintings and view the mortally wounded lion hewn from rock. We stay in one of Trafalgar’s ‘stays With Stories’ tonight — the Grand hotel Europe in Lucerne, promising the elegance of yester­ year and sweeping lake vistas.

(B,D) Grand Europe

Day 6 Lucerne – Venice Journey through the Alps today, traveling through St. Gotthard tun­ nel and the border at Chiasso into Italy. Catch a glimpse of Northern Italy’s beautiful lakes, whose scenic retreats have at­tract­ed the ar­is­toc­ racy for centuries. Arrive in Venice later. (B) Novotel Mestre Castellana Day 7 Venice Orientation – Florence Board a private motor launch to the gateway of Venice, St. Mark’s Square. View the Bridge of Sighs and ornate Doge’s Palace, then ‘Dive Into Culture’ and witness the centuries-old craft of glassblowing at one of the oldest workshops on the islands. We’ll have some time to explore and fit in some shopping before crossing the Apennine Mountains bound for Florence,

the Cradle of the Renaissance.

(B) Cosmopolitan Concept

Day 8 Florence Sightseeing – Rome (2 Nights) The magnificent Renaissance Dome of Santa Maria del Fiore Cathedral and the Baptistery are among the sights we will view during our guided walking tour with a ‘Local Specialist.’ Admire the Ponte Vecchio which has spanned the Arno River for over 670 years.

Marvel at the impressive palazzi and art in the Piazza della Signoria, the political hub of the city.

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Day 9 Rome Visit the Vatican for a memorable encounter with the center of Christianity. A ‘Local Specialist’ will take you on a tour of St. Peter’s Basilica, the home of Michelangelo’s Pietà. Consider an ‘Optional Experience’ to see the magnificent frescoes of the Sistine Chapel, before traveling to Ancient Rome to view the Colosseum. This evening, we ‘Connect With Locals’ over a ‘Be My Guest’ Farewell Dinner and celebrate the Italian zest for life, food and good company. (B,D) Day 10 Rome – USA Our adventure together has come to an end. We say a fond farewell to Rome and our travel companions at the end of our journey together.

Return transfers arrive at Rome Fiumicino Airport at 7am and 9.30am (flight not included). (B)

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tart your tale of two islands in London, exploring such cities as Edinburgh, Glasgow, Belfast, Dublin and Cardiff, as well as the scenic Yorkshire Dales and rugged Ayrshire Coast.

Connect With Locals Enjoy a hearty ‘Be My Guest’ Welsh dinner with a farming family and their animals in the beautiful award-winning vineyards of Wales (Day 8) Dive Into Culture Admire Ireland’s finest thoroughbreds at the Irish National Stud Farm (Day 7). Learn how delicate Irish crystal is crafted at the House of Waterford Crystal during a workshop tour (Day 7) Local Specialist for included sightseeing in Edinburgh, Belfast and Dublin Orientation of York, Glasgow, Cardiff and Bath

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Visit Shakespeare’s Birthplace in Stratford-upon-Avon, Edinburgh Castle, Gretna Green, the Irish National Stud farm and Japanese Garden, the Waterford Crystal Showroom, the Roman Baths in Bath and the ancient stone circle at Stonehenge View York Minster, Glasgow Cathedral and George Square and Kilkenny Castle and Gardens See the Principality Stadium in Cardiff

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Day 1 Arrive London London bids you a warm welcome to its regal traditions and centuriesold heritage. Ramble through its Royal Parks relaxing after your journey, or take to its streets to admire elegant façades merged with the modern verve of a global capital that marches to its own multi-cultural tune. Park Plaza Riverbank/Park Plaza County Hall

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tales of star-crossed lovers, tragic kings and Roman emperors are brought to life as we visit Stratfordupon-Avon and follow in the foot­ steps of Shakespeare. Visit his Birthplace and the Visitor Center, before embarking on a scenic drive north to the Viking city of York, where we’ll enjoy an orientation walk. This evening, we indulge in traditional pub grub at a Welcome Reception in the Victorian spa town of Harrogate, our home for tonight.

(B,D) Crowne Plaza

Day 3 Harrogate – Lake District – Gretna Green – Glasgow (2 Nights) We journey through the Yorkshire Dales National Park to the beautiful Lake District. A highlight on our journey is England’s pretty Lake Windermere, which we’ll pass as we continue through countryside made famous by the poet William Wordsworth. We’ll cross the border to the runaway wedding capital of Gretna Green. Here eloping couples would tie the knot over the Marriage Anvil. We drive through the Southern Uplands to vibrant Glasgow. Tonight, consider joining an ‘Optional Experience’ to Braveheart Country for a fabulous dinner and Scottish entertainment.

(B) Park Inn by Radisson City Centre

Day 4 Edinburgh Excursion From the cultural capital of Glasgow to en­chant­ing Edinburgh, with its exquisite medi­eval façades, our encounter with Scotland will see us join a ‘Local Specialist’ for a memorable sightseeing tour. We’ll visit Edinburgh Castle, perched atop Castle Rock overlooking the city, and see the Royal Mile, the elegant Palace of Holyroodhouse and the new Scottish Parlia­ment.

Admire the elegant Georgian architec­ture in the New Town and amble through the secret lanes of Auld Reekie before returning to Glasgow this evening. Enjoy views of Glasgow Cathedral and George Square before a delicious meal at a local restaurant. (B,D) Day 5 Glasgow – Belfast – Dublin (2 Nights) Follow the rugged Ayrshire coast, past the island of Ailsa Craig, the stepping stone from Ireland to Scotland. Board the ferry to Northern Ireland, then join a ‘Local Specialist’ to explore the crossroads of British and Irish culture in Belfast. We’ll view City Hall and the dock where the Titanic was built.

This evening, we arrive in the vibrant capital of Ireland where we’ll spend the next two nights.

(B) Ballsbridge/Mespil

Day 6 Dublin Gain insights into the centuries-old tradition of Guinness brewing and enjoy a Storehouse tour and tasting technique demonstration. Drive through the pretty streets of Dublin with a ‘Local Specialist’ to admire the stately Georgian Squares, Trinity College and St. Patrick’s Cathedral, the tallest church in Ireland, before spending the rest of the day exploring the sights alone.

This evening, consider joining an ‘Optional Experience’ to a rousing Irish cabaret performance. (B) Day 7 Dublin – Kildare – Kilkenny – Waterford We ‘Dive Into Culture’ this morning and gain insights into rearing world-class thoroughbreds at the Irish National Stud Farm estab­ lished in 1946. Enjoy a guided walk through the farm and take some time to stroll through its tranquil Japanese Gardens, regarded as the best in Europe. Admire the impos­ ing medieval castle at Kilkenny before some free time for lunch.

Our next stop sees us ‘Dive Into Culture’ yet again to witness the delicate craft of Waterford Crystal.

We’ll watch master craftsmen at work and see the exquisitely crafted pieces in the showroom.

(B) Marina/Fitzwilton

Day 8 Waterford – Cardiff An early start to the day sees us cross the Irish Sea to Wales by ferry and continue our journey to the Welsh capital of Cardiff to view the Millen­ni­um Center, National Assembly and historic Cardiff Castle, at the heart of the city. This even­ing, we ‘Connect With Locals’ in the idyllic Welsh countryside, joining a local family for a Farewell ‘Be My Guest’ Dinner. (B,D) Park Inn City Centre

Day 9 Cardiff – Bath – Stonehenge – London Traversing the Severn Estuary into England, we arrive in the glorious UNESCO-listed Bath, with its elegant Georgian façades and world-famous Roman Baths from which the city derives its name.

Journey across the scenic land­ scapes of Wiltshire, paying a visit to the mysterious mono­lithic stone circle at Stonehenge, then return to London. (B) Park Plaza Riverbank/Park Plaza County Hall

Day 10 London – USA Say farewell to your traveling companions at the end of your vacation, as you prepare to fly home with wonderful memories (flight not included). (B)

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Trip Highlights Connect With Locals Enjoy a traditional ‘Be My Guest’ High Tea lunch hosted in the Drawing Room of a stately 18th-century home near the charming town of Westport (Day 8) Dive Into Culture Explore the tragic history of Ireland’s famine emigration at the Dunbrody Famine Ship Experience, a replica of one of the original famine ships used in the 1800s (Day 2). Learn how delicate Irish crystal is craft­ ed at the House of Waterford Crystal during a workshop tour (Day 2) Make a Difference Visit the Glasnevin Cemetery Museum in Dublin, where an expert historian will reveal the cemetery’s importance to Irish history and 32

explain how your visit helps fund its preservation (Day 1) Local Specialist for included sightseeing in Dublin Orientation of Waterford, Killarney, Limerick and Galway Visit the Glasnevin Trust in Dublin, Famine Ship in New Ross, the crystal showroom at Waterford, Blarney to kiss the stone and gain the ‘gift of the gab,’ Adare, Bunratty Folk Park, Cliffs of Moher, Connemara and Kylemore Abbey View St. Patrick’s Cathedral in Dublin, King John’s Castle in Limerick See Galway Cathedral and St. Mary’s Cathedral in Limerick Scenic Drive of the Ring of Kerry

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Irish history takes center stage this evening as we visit Glasnevin Trust for an informative and poignant tour with a ‘Local Specialist.’ Our visit will ‘Make A Difference’ to its efforts to preserve Irish history and we’ll hear stories about some of the country’s bravest characters followed by a Welcome Reception

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of drinks and canapés. (D) Maldron Parnell Square/Clayton Ballsbridge

Day 2 Dublin – Co. Wicklow – New Ross – Waterford Journey through the scenic country­side of County Wicklow, The Garden of Ireland, and on to New Ross — the ancestral home town of John F. Kennedy. ‘Dive Into Culture’ and gain insights into the plight of the starving Irish emi­ grants who boarded the Dunbrody Famine Ship to flee the potato famine. We continue to Waterford, where we’ll stay over­night. This afternoon we ‘Dive Into Culture’ at the House of Waterford Crystal, witnessing talented master crafts­ men at work. (B,D) Fitzwilton/Dooley’s Day 3 Waterford – Youghal – Blarney – Killarney (2 Nights) Journey via Youghal, where Sir Walter Raleigh once lived, then pursue the ‘gift of the gab’ at Blarney Castle, where you’ll have a chance to kiss the famous stone. Arrive in Killarney for a two-night stay. (B,D) Killarney Towers/ Hotel Killarney

Day 4 Ring of Kerry Excursion Ireland’s soul-stirring Ring of Kerry takes center stage today as we embark on a scenic drive past its mountains, lakes and lush green countryside — unquestionably one of the most scenic routes in Ireland.

We’ll see Daniel O’Connell’s Cahirciveen, the fishing village of Waterville, Moll’s Gap and Black Valley, whose remoteness saw it become the last area in Ireland to receive electricity. (B) Day 5 Killarney – Adare – Limerick We continue through the wind­ swept country­side, arriving in Adare, one of the prettiest villages in Ireland. Our next stop is Limerick, where we’ll enjoy views of St. Mary’s Cathedral, the Treaty Stone and the 13th-century King John’s Castle during an orienta­tion tour. Delve into an Ireland of old, as you discover the day-to-day life of the Irish during the 18th and 19th centuries on your included visit to Bunratty Castle and Folk Park this afternoon. (B) Maldron/Greenhills Day 6 Limerick – Cliffs of Moher – Galway (2 Nights) We journey to the magnificent Cliffs of Moher which plunge over 650 feet into the Atlantic waters below. Gain insights into the history of these imposing sheer cliffs during a visit to the Atlantic Edge exhibition. Later, we arrive in

Galway with some time at leisure to see its beautiful stone Cathedral or stroll through Eyre Square.

(B) Connacht

Day 7 Connemara Excursion Connemara’s ‘savage beauty’ is yours to explore today as we tread in the footsteps of Oscar Wilde who described its “wild moun­tain­­ ous and splendor” as magnificent.

Admire the views on the scenic drive to Kylemore Abbey, now a Benedictine monastery, where we will embark on an included visit to the country’s most romantic castle and walk through its exquisite Victorian Walled Garden. (B,D) “Our guide was knowl­edge­ able, very interesting, cared for all our needs and answered all our questions.

Bus driver was careful and did an excellent job.

Accommodations were excellent, meals and planned trips were fantastic.”

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Day 8 Galway – Knock – Sligo Our journey takes us to Westport House where we’ll ‘Connect With Locals’ and indulge in a memorable ‘Be My Guest’ morning tea with tales of the Pirate Queen, and enjoy Banoffee and Baileys flavors in the Drawing Room of this stately 16thcentury home. Heading north, we stop in the pilgrimage town of Knock to view the Marian Shrine where villagers witnessed an Apparition of Our Lady in 1879.

(B,L) Clayton

Day 9 Sligo – Dublin Our journey continues south to Dublin for some free time. This evening, we close the chapter on an epic journey through Ireland, joining our fellow travelers for a memorable Farewell Dinner.

(B,D) Clayton Dublin Airport

Day 10 Dublin – USA After a hearty Irish breakfast, we bid our Travel Director and fellow travelers a fond farewell as our Irish vacation comes to an end. Compli­ mentary/regularly sched­uled return transfers to Dublin Airport are pro­ vid­ed by the Clayton Dublin Airport hotel (flight not included). (B)

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ravel from Scotland’s literary capital, Edinburgh to Glasgow, the battle­ fields of Culloden and Glencoe, as your quest takes you past the lochs and glens of the Scottish Highlands.

Glasgow

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Trip Highlights Connect With Locals Join the Wood family at their 15th-century farm on the shores of Loch Ard for a home-cooked Scottish ‘Be My Guest’ dinner, tales of Rob Roy and a few foot-tapping ceilidh tunes (Day 6) Dive Into Culture Visit Glengoyne, known as Scotland’s most beautiful whisky distillery, for a tour and a tasting of their unique Highland single malt whisky (Day 6)

Local Specialist for included sightseeing in Edinburgh Orientation of Glasgow and Stirling Visit Edinburgh Castle, Pitlochry, Culloden Battlefield, the Isle of Skye, Glasgow Cathedral and Stirling Castle View the 18th green at St. Andrews, the Glenfinnan Monument, Eilean Donan Castle, Loch Ness, Glencoe, Necropolis, and George Square in Glasgow

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SIGHTSEEING

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Day 1 Arrive Edinburgh (2 Nights)

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Day 2 Edinburgh Join your ‘Local Specialist’ this morn­ing for an intriguing sight­see­ ing tour of the city. Ascend Castle Rock and visit Edinburgh Castle, which watches over the sur­round­ ing city from its elevated vantage point. Stroll through the Old Town along the Royal Mile and see the stunning Palace of Holyroodhouse, before enjoying time at leisure to soak up the city’s festive atmos­ phere. Tickets to see the spec­tacu­ lar Edinburgh Tattoo are included on depar­tures that coincide with performance dates. (B) Day 3 Edinburgh – St. Andrews – Pitlochry – Scottish Highlands (2 Nights) Tread in the footsteps of the world’s golfing greats and head to St. Andrews en route to the glorious Scottish Highlands. A scenic drive takes us north and across the Firth of Tay, past the city of Dundee to Pitlochry. After lunch, enjoy some free time to explore its river­side setting or join an ‘Optional Exper­i­ence’ to Blair Castle, the an­cestral home of the Clan Murray. Later, enjoy a cozy dinner at our hotel located within the Cairn­gorms National Park in the Scottish High­lands.

(B,D) Laggan Gaskmore/Carrbridge

Day 4 Culloden, Loch Ness, Eilean Donan Castle & Isle of Skye Excursion Continue your journey to the tragic battlefield of Culloden. Pay tribute to the brave men who lost their lives in the Jacobite Uprising, then journey past Scotland’s infamous Loch Ness. The rugged beauty of Eilean Donan Castle will leave you speechless before you continue your journey to the coast and cross to the Isle of Skye. Heather-clad peaks provide a stunning backdrop for our scenic drive across the Sleat Peninsula. Indulge in some free time for lunch before boarding your ferry in Armadale and cross­ ing to Mallaig, back on the mainland. (B,D) Day 5 Scottish Highlands – Glencoe – Glasgow (2 Nights) Our first stop today sees us com­ mem­or­ate World War II history at the Commando Memo­rial near Fort William, from which we ad­ mire spectacular views of Britain’s highest peak — Ben Nevis. We journey through the volcanic ruins and precipitous mountains that lie just beyond Glencoe to see the ‘Glen of Weeping.’ Here we re­ mem­­ber the MacDonald clans­men

who were massacred in 1692. Later arrive at our final stop for the day — Glasgow. (B) Crowne Plaza

Day 6 Glasgow Orientation & Stirling Castle Excursion Begin your day seeing Glasgow’s iconic sights. Enjoy views of the Necropolis, the regal George Square and River Clyde, for over 200 years the cen­ter of ship­build­ ing. Journey to Stirling, to see its hilltop fortress, which stands as a symbol of na­tion­al pride. Stirling Castle was once the seat of Scottish kings and queens, in­clud­ ing Mary, Queen of Scots. View the Wallace Monu­ment from the castle walls, paying tribute to the Scottish hero who fought for Scotland’s in­de­pend­ence. Later, ‘Dive Into Cul­ture’ at Glengoyne Whisky Distillery and enjoy a wee dram before joining the Wood family at their 15th-century farm on the shores of Loch Ard to ‘Connect With Locals’ over a home-cooked Fare­ well ‘Be My Guest’ din­ner, amidst tales of Rob Roy and a few foottapping ceilidh tunes. (B,D) Day 7 Glasgow – USA The rugged beauty and warmth of Scotland’s people forever in your memories, we enjoy one last hearty breakfast with our travel com­pan­ ions before wishing them and your Travel Director a fond farewell.

Return transfers arrive at Glasgow Airport at 6.30am and 9am (flight not included). (B) Please note: Hotels in the Scottish Highlands & Isle of Skye are generally simpler establish­ments typical of the re­gion. Ac­com­mo­da­tions on the Isle of Skye may be sub­sti­tut­ed with ac­com­mo­ da­tions on the mainland.

Edinburgh Military Tattoo One of the most spec­tac­u­ lar annual events is the Edinburgh Tattoo. It is simply not to be missed.

Military bands from all over the world take to the esplanade of Edinburgh Castle to play rousing tunes culminating in the haunting bugle call of the Last Post.

The Tattoo is run for charitable causes and has donated over $6 million to military and civilian charities and organizations.

Edinburgh Tattoo: We’ve included Tattoo tick­ets when in Edinburgh on these departures.

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# OVERNIGHT

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SIGHTSEEING

Trip Highlights Connect With Locals Join Signor Telli for an exclusive dinner at his family run restaurant on the se­clud­ed Isola Madre island (Day 9) Stays With Stories Hotel Cenacolo is a fully renovated old Franciscan convent in nearby Santa Maria deli Angeli (Day 5) Dive Into Culture When visiting the Vatican Museums ascend the spiral staircase designed by Donato Bramante, in a part of the Vatican not open to the public (Day 2) Local Specialist for included sightseeing in Rome, Pompeii, Capri, Assisi and Florence VIP Admission to the Vatican Museums 38

Orientation of Venice, Milan and San Gimignano Visit St. Peter’s Basilica, the Sistine Chapel and the Colosseum in Rome, the excavations at Pompeii, the Basilica of St. Francis in Assisi, Lake Como and the Florence American Cemetery and Memorial View Juliet’s Balcony in Verona, St. Mark’s Basilica in Venice, the Cathedral and La Scala Opera House in Milan, the Leaning Tower of Pisa and the Duomo in Florence See the ancient sites of Rome and the Abbey in Monte Cassino Scenic Cruise to the Isle of Capri and by private launch to St. Mark’s Square in Venice

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Day 1 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. Savor some free time in Rome before joining your com­pan­ ions and Travel Director later for a Welcome Reception and ori­en­ta­ tion drive. (D) Victoria/Una Day 2 Rome Join a ‘Local Specialist’ for an in­clud­ ed sight­seeing tour in the Vatican Museums. ‘Dive Into Culture’ and admire the Bramante staircase and Michelangelo’s magnificent fres­ coed ceiling in the Sistine Chapel,

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then see the marble master­piece of the Pietà. We venture to Ancient Rome to visit the Colosseum and see Circus Maximus. Spend the afternoon at leisure. (B)

Day 3 Rome – Pompeii – Sorrento (2 Nights) We journey south to the wellpreserved ruins of Pompeii. Here we join a ‘Local Specialist’ who will share details of the devastation caused by the eruption of Mount Vesuvius as we wander through the ancient paved roads of a city that was frozen in time.

(B,D) La Residenza/Johanna Park

Day 4 Isle of Capri Excursion Cross the Bay of Naples by ferry to the Isle of Capri and join a ‘Local Specialist’ for a guided walking tour in Capri town, before returning to the mainland. (B) Day 5 Sorrento – Assisi See the Benedictine Abbey of Cassino. Con­tin­ue north where you will meet a ‘Local Specialist’ for a walking tour in Assisi to visit the Basilica of St. Francis. We’ll stay at one of Trafalgar’s ‘stays With Stories’ — a fully renovated old Franciscan convent. (B,D) Cenacolo Day 6 Assisi – Verona – Venice (2 Nights)

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

Later, continue to Venice, where tonight we’ll enjoy dinner.

(B,D) Biasutti/Viktoria Palace

Day 7 Venice We venture to the island of Giudecca where we’ll ‘Dive Into Culture,’ watching centuriesold glassmaking traditions.

Continue past the Bridge of Sighs and Doge’s Palace to St. Mark’s Square to view the impressive square and Basilica. (B) Day 8 Venice – Milan – Lake Maggiore (2 Nights) Today we cross the plains of Lombardy to Milan. An orien­ta­tion tour takes us past the Gothic Duomo, La Scala Opera House and the famous Galleria. Later arrive on Lake Maggiore where we enjoy dinner served tonight at our hotel. (B,D) Simplon Day 9 Lake Como Excursion Indulge in free time to explore Lake Como. This evening, we venture

by private boat to a se­clud­ed island on Lake Maggiore where we’ll ‘Connect With Locals’ over a ‘Be My Guest’ dinner. (B,D)

Day 10 Lake Maggiore – Pisa – Florence (2 Nights) Tuscany lures us past the marble quarries of Carrara to Pisa and its Square of Miracles where we will view the Leaning Tower.

Our next stop is Florence.

(B) Grand Mediterraneo

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“Wow! What an experience.

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Day 11 Florence Delve into the extravagant legacy of the Medici family in the com­ pany of a ‘Local Specialist.’ The elegant Duomo dominates the skyline as we visit Piazza della Signoria with its exquisite statues and palazzi. Enjoy spectacular pan­ oram­ic views of the beautiful skyline of Florence and the 675-year-old Ponte Vecchio from Piazzale Michelangelo. (B) Day 12 Florence – San Gimignano – Rome This morning we stop at the Florence American Cemetery and Memorial. Continuing south, we visit the Tuscan hill-town of San Gimignano, featuring extraordinary examples of medieval archi­tec­ture.

This evening in Rome, we enjoy a Farewell Dinner. (B,D) Marriott Park Day 13 Rome – USA Arrivederci Roma! Return transfers arrive Rome Fiumicino Airport at 7am and 9.30am (flight not included). (B)

Drinking Water: Tap water is safe to drink in all of the destinations on this trip. Please remember to bring a water bottle.

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France Bordeaux

Biarritz

# ARRIVE

Trip Highlights Connect With Locals Return to 17th-century France and join the de Montferrier family on their farm near the famous Château de Villandry for a delightful ‘Be My Guest’ lunch (Day 9) Stays With Stories Step back in time with a stay in the regal 16thand 17th-century Château de Beauvois (Day 9) Dive Into Culture Visit Château Villandry in the Loire Valley and admire the exquisite Renaissance gardens that surround the elegant estate (Day 9) Local Specialist for included sight­­seeing in Carcassonne and Paris Orientation of Paris, Beaune, Lyon, Avignon, Monaco, Nice, Arles, Lourdes and Bordeaux 42

Paris

Visit the Hospices de Beaune, Château Villandry, the D-Day Museum, Claude Monet’s home at Giverny and the Saint-Sulpice Church in Paris View the Papal Palace in Avignon, the Royal Palace and Cathedral in Monaco, Promenade des Anglais and Place Massena in Nice, St. Bernadette’s Grotto in Lourdes, Esplanade des Quinconces in Bordeaux, the Abbey of Mont St. Michel and the D-Day Beach of Omaha in Normandy and the Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris See the Roman Amphitheater and the Cathedral in Arles Scenic Drive through Dordogne and the Loire Valley

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French Riviera SIGHTSEEING

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Day 1 Arrive Paris All the flavors of France come to life on this unforgettable journey.

On arrival at Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport, transfers will operate at 8am, 11am and 2pm.

Guests arriv­ing later should make their own way to the hotel. Join your fellow travelers for a Welcome Reception and an orientation drive through the city.

(D) Mercure 17 Batignolles

Day 2 Paris – Beaune – Lyon We travel south to Burgundy, past the Côte d’Or vineyards of GevreyChambertin and Nuits St. Georges.

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continuing to Lyon, the gourmet capital of France. (B) Mercure Centre Saxe Lafayette

Day 3 Lyon – Avignon – Monaco – French Riviera (2 Nights)

We stop in the heart of Provence and the city of Avignon. See the Papal Palace and bridge made fa­mous in the song — Sur le pont d’Avignon. Journey through the fields of Provence to the so­phis­ti­ cat­ed Principality of Monaco, where we’ll view the cathedral where Prince Rainier and Princess Grace were married. This evening, we enjoy a Regional Dinner in Monaco before arriving at our hotel. (B,D) Best Western Plus Masséna/ Holiday Inn

Day 4 French Riviera Free Day The sun-kissed shores of the French Riviera are yours to explore today. Consider relaxing on the beach with your fellow sunworshippers, or an ‘Optional Experience’ could see you visit the hilltop town of Saint-Paul-deVence, a popular haunt for actors seeking a relaxing retreat. In your free time, soak up the fresh sea air and perhaps indulge in a delicious Salade Niçoise. (B) Day 5 French Riviera – Arles – Carcassonne Visit Arles with its honey-colored façades, Roman ruins and Camargue culture, and enjoy some time at leisure to explore this beau­ ti­ful city. Alternatively, choose an ‘Optional Experience’ to gain a deeper understanding of Vincent Van Gogh and local history with our resident expert, before winding your way to the fortified city of Carcassonne. Join a ‘Local Specialist’ to explore this ancient town, view the Cité, and see the double ring of ramparts and 52 towers. (B,D) Mercure La Cité Day 6 Carcassonne – Lourdes – Biarritz We drive toward the Pyrenees this morning and arrive in Lourdes, the global center of the Marian pil­grim­ age. You will have an opportun­ity to see the Basilica, perched atop St. Bernadette’s Grotto, where the young girl turned saint is said to have seen visions of the Virgin Mary. We travel west to the Basque Coast, where we spend the night.

(B) Radisson Blu

Day 7 Biarritz – Bordeaux (2 Nights)

We arrive in the wine capital of Bordeaux whose stunning

river­front and Age of Enlighten­ ment history and architecture have made it one of France’s most visited cities. (B) Novotel Centre

Day 8 Dordogne Excursion The lush green valleys and hills of the Dordogne take center stage today during a scenic half-day excursion. We drive to SaintÉmilion, whose wine heritage dates back to Roman times and return to Bordeaux this evening for some free time to explore the city. (B) Day 9 Bordeaux – Loire Valley We journey through the Garden of France, before we ‘Connect With Locals’ for a delicious ‘Be My Guest’ lunch. ‘Dive Into Culture’ and visit the re­mark­able gardens at Château Villandry before arriv­ing at our special hotel for the night — one of Trafalgar’s ‘stays With Stories.’

(B,L,D) Château de Beauvois

Day 10 Loire Valley – Mont St. Michel – Normandy Beaches We travel through the patchwork landscapes of Brittany to the ex­ traor­dinary island settlement of Mont St. Michel on the Normandy coast, where we visit the island town and view its impressive Norman Benedictine Abbey. Follow the Liberty Highway to St. Lô and on to Omaha Beach. Reflect on the bravery of the young men who sac­ri­ficed their lives for freedom and visit the D-Day Landing Zone to learn how the operation was planned and executed. (B,D) Mercure Omaha Beach

Day 11 Normandy Beaches – Giverny – Paris (2 Nights) We travel west towards Paris, stop­ping at Giverny to see the house and gardens that once inspired Claude Monet’s exquisite Impres­sion­ist works of art. This evening, consider a trip to one of the city’s renowned cabarets.

(B) Mercure 17 Batignolles

Day 12 Paris Join your ‘Local Specialist’ on a journey through the historic neighborhoods of Paris to see where the locals live and shop. Visit the remarkable church of SaintSulpice. This evening, we cele­brate an epic adventure with our Travel Director and newfound friends at a Farewell Dinner. (B,D) Day 13 Paris – USA For now it’s time to bid a fond au revoir to the Best of France. Return trans­fers arrive at Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport at 8am and 11.30am (flight not included). (B)

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his zesty fiesta through Spain includes the ornate Alhambra Palace in Granada, El Greco’s masterpiece in Toledo and the vibrant seaside city of Barcelona.

Seville

Guadix

# ARRIVE

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

Start with a welcome drink of sangria in their sun-dappled courtyard before learning how they produce olive oil (Day 4) Dive Into Culture The invincible swords of Toledo have defended cities for centuries. Visit an inlaid steel factory in Toledo to see local craftsmen forging the highest-quality steel (Day 2) Local Specialist for included sightseeing in Toledo, Madrid,

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Córdoba, Seville, Granada and Barcelona Orientation of Valencia Visit the Synagogue and Santo Tomé in Toledo, Mosque of the Caliphs in Córdoba, the Cathedral in Seville, the Alhambra Palace in Granada, Montjuïc Hill and Plaça de Catalunya in Barcelona View the Royal Palace and Cibeles Fountain in Madrid, the Cave Homes of Guadix, the Serrano and Quart Towers and the City of Arts and Sciences complex in Valencia and La Sagrada Família in Barcelona

# DEPART

Mediterranean Sea

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SIGHTSEEING

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Day 1 Arrive Madrid (2 Nights) On arrival at Madrid Airport, transfers will operate at 10.30am, 1pm and 3.30pm. Guests arriving later should make their own way to the hotel. Relax in the lush sur­ rounds of Buen Retiro Park, shop up a storm on Gran Vía or peoplewatch over coffee and napolitana con chocolate in Puerta del Sol. This evening, join your fellow travelers and Travel Director for an or­i­en­ta­ tion drive to see some of the city’s most iconic sights, followed by a Welcome Reception. (D) Ayre Gran Colón/Meliá Castilla

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Day 2 Toledo Excursion & Madrid Sightseeing We head to Toledo, the former capital of Spain, where we join a ‘Local Specialist’ for a walking tour of this city that dates back to Roman times. We’ll visit a tra­di­tion­al fac­to­ ry and ‘Dive Into Culture,’ witnessing the age-old inlaid steel craft, be­ fore seeing one of El Greco’s most famous paintings in the Church of Santo Tomé — The Burial of the Count of Orgaz. We’ll also visit the synagogue, then re­turn to Madrid where we’ll admire the Royal Palace and Cibeles Fountain with our ‘Local Specialist.’ (B) Day 3 Madrid – Córdoba – Seville (2 Nights) Journeying south through La Mancha, we arrive in Córdoba, once a significant Moorish settle­ ment. Join a ‘Local Specialist’ to visit the Mosque of the Caliphs and learn about centuries of Moorish rule and its influence on the culture and architecture of the region. We travel to flamboyant Seville, our home for the next two nights. Con­ sider an ‘Optional Experience’ to see the colorful twirling skirts of a fiery Flamenco show. (B) Zenit/Hesperia Day 4 Seville This morning, we meet our ‘Local Specialist’ for a sightseeing tour of Seville. View the symbolic Giralda Bell Tower, see the Moorishinspired Maria Luisa Park, with its tiled foun­tains, pavilions and ponds, and walk through the im­ pos­­ing Plaza de España. Marvel at Christopher Columbus’s ornate tomb in the cathedral, then take a walk through the former Jewish Quarter. This evening, we ‘Connect With Locals,’ joining the Morillo family for a ‘Be My Guest’ dinner at their olive oil mill, where you’ll learn how oil is produced from their 6,000 trees and get to sample some of their produce. (B,D) Day 5 Seville – Granada Multicultural Granada takes center stage today, as we visit the mag­ nificent Alhambra in the com­pany of a ‘Local Specialist.’ A fine example of Moorish architecture, the Alhambra complex was built towards the end of Islamic rule in Spain. Wander through the exotic water gardens of the Generalife, the royal Summer Palace, once linked to the other palaces by a covered walk­way across the ravine.

(B) Occidental/Catalonia

Alhambra: Access to attractions within the Alhambra complex, including the

Nasrid Palace, is at the discretion of the staff of the Alhambra. Your Travel Director will advise and, if necessary, adjust your itinerary accordingly.

Day 6 Granada – Guadix – Valencia This morning, we journey via Mora Pass to Guadix in the northern foot­hills of the Sierra Nevada mountains. We’ll see the white­ washed troglodyte dwellings lodged into the ochre-colored cliffs of the surrounding area, then travel to Valencia, where we’ll view the Bullring and admire its medieval architecture. Embrace the city’s spirit of innovation and stop to view the City of Arts and Sciences. This evening, perhaps take to the vibrant streets of the Old Quarter.

(B,D) Oceanic/Eurostars Rey Don Jaime

Day 7 Valencia – Peñiscola – Barcelona Sightseeing (2 Nights) Head north, along the coast through the Levant region, and stop at Peñíscola, the City in the Sea. View the ancient castle of the ‘spanish Pope,’ built by the Knights Templar and used in the film, El Cid. Then, journey along the Costa Dorada to Barcelona with its whim­si­cal Gaudí architecture.

Admire this famous architect’s talents at his unfinished La Sagrada Família. See the Plaça de Catalunya and pay tribute to the great Christopher Columbus, with your ‘Local Special­ist.’ From the hill of Montjuïc, we’ll enjoy panoramic views of this en­chanting city.

(B) U232/Hesperia Tower

Day 8 Barcelona Free Day Explore centuries of history, contemporary culture and exquisite art and architecture on your day at leisure. Visit Gaudí’s fantasy Park Güell, or join an ‘Optional Experi­ ence’ to the monastery perched atop the mountain of Montserrat to see the mystical Black Madonna.

This evening, we celebrate with our newfound friends and Travel Director at a Farewell Dinner with wine. (B,D) Day 9 Barcelona – USA For now it’s a fond adiós to Spain at the end of a memorable vacation. Return transfers arrive at Barcelona Airport at 8am (flight not included). (B) Please note: Your coach returns to Madrid from Barcelona on Day 9. You are welcome to use this complimentary transfer. Drop-off in Madrid will be at the Trafalgar Madrid hotel and not at the airport. Arrival will be at approximately 6pm, depending on traffic conditions.

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Trip Highlights Signature Dining Celebration Dinner in Madrid; Ham-tasting in Huelva; Enjoy Pastéis de Belém in Lisbon Signature Experiences Visit Cristina Heeren Foundation, a beneficiary of a TreadRight Foundation grant; put your rhythm to the test during a dance lesson; witness a flamenco performance. Visit Alhambra Palace and Generalife Gardens in Granada and a Damascene workshop in Toledo City Tour in Madrid, Toledo, Seville and Lisbon

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Visit Seville Cathedral, Jerónimos Monastery in Lisbon, Fátima Basilica See the Chapel of the Apparitions in Fátima, Plaza Mayor in Salamanca, ancient city of Ávila Scenic Drive along the River Tagus, through the regions of La Mancha and Andalucía, past the River Tormes, through the Castile region

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Day 1 Arrive Madrid Your airport transfer departs Madrid airport for your hotel at 9am, 11.30am, 1.30pm or 4pm. The rest of the day is at leisure to begin to get to know this stylish city. At 6pm, join your tTravel Director for your Welcome Dinner at a local restaurant and enjoy the op­por­tu­ nity to get to know your fellow travelers over a de­light­ful evening of good food and wine. During your time in Madrid you will travel along the main historical areas in the Capital of Spain known as Madrid of the Bourbons. Your drive will

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take you through the Old Quarter discovering the origins of the city.

(D) Hotel Riu Plaza De España

Day 2 Madrid – Toledo – Granada Venture south to meet a master craftsperson in a Damascene work­­ shop for a personal insight into this ancient craft handed down by the Moors centuries ago. Con­tin­ue to the fas­ci­nat­ing city of Toledo, situated high above the River Tagus.

Walk within the city walls, through the narrow, cobbled streets, led by your ‘Local Expert.’ Visit the Church of Santo Tomé, hous­ing El Greco’s famous painting, The Burial of the Count of Orgaz. Your journey con­tin­ ues to Granada. (B,D) Vincci Albayzín Day 3 Granada – Seville (2 Nights)

‘There is no pain in life so cruel as to be blind in Granada,’ cries the inscription on the walls of the Alhambra. Bathed in morning light, the Alhambra Palace awaits — a fantasy of arabesque gardens, foun­tains and stone cut like lace.

Explore with your ‘Local Expert’ and also visit the exotic water gardens of the Generalife, the royal sum­ mer residence. Embark on a scenic drive to Seville where a ‘Local Expert’ will guide you through the maze of narrow lanes and shady squares of the Santa Cruz Quarter.

Emerge by the huge walls of the fabulous Alcazar to see La Giralda, the former minaret of the Great Mosque, but now the ca­the­dral bell tower. Enter the immense 15thcentury cathedral, the final resting place of Christopher Columbus and see his tomb en­riched with the spoils of the New World. (B) Ayre Hotel Sevilla (Superior Rooms)

Day 4 Seville Enjoy a day to relax, shop or con­ tinue exploring this fascinating city at your own pace. Our suggestion is to join an ‘Optional Experience’ to the ancient city of Córdoba, where you will visit the magnificent Mezquita, see the old Jewish Quarter, and enjoy some free time to shop or explore as you wish. Visit Cristina Heeren Foundation, a beneficiary of a TreadRight Foun­da­tion grant.

This private dance school is ded­i­ cat­ed to promoting the con­ser­va­ tion of flamenco and supports young en­thu­si­asts from all over the world with a special focus on new talent from the Andalusian region.

Put your rhythm to the test during a dance lesson before witnessing emotions come to life in a flamenco performance. With some free time

for dinner, head next door to Triana market and stroll through the many color­ful stalls where vendors are selling tapas made from fresh, local produce. (B)

Day 5 Seville – Lisbon (2 Nights) Pass through the oak forests where black Iberian pigs are bred for the famous Spanish hams. Stop in the province of Huelva for a ham cutting demonstration and tasting of the freshest jamón ibérico.

(B) Turim Saldanha Hotel

Day 6 Lisbon During your stay, a guided or­ien­ta­ tion of the city with your ‘Local Expert’ takes you along the avenues of the Lower Town and beneath the hilltop Bairro Alto to the Terreiro do Paco, the finest square in the city.

Visit the Belém Quarter and enjoy a taste of Pastéis de Belém from the patisserie that has been using the same, secret recipe for almost 200 years. View the Monument to the Discoveries and the more ancient Belém Tower. Visit the 500-yearold Jerónimos Monastery with its beautiful Manueline architecture, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The afternoon is at your leisure. (B) Day 7 Lisbon – Fátima – Salamanca Travel into the green hills north of Lisbon to visit Fátima, the most celebrated place of pilgrimage in Portugal. Visit the Basilica com­ mem­or­a­ting the appearance of the Virgin Mary to three children in 1917. Cross the border, returning to Spain and continue to Salamanca, famous for its golden stone build­ ings and the handsome arcades of the Plaza Mayor. Across the River Tormes, see the Puente Romano with 15 of its 26 arches dating from the time of the ancient Romans.

(B) Hotel Alameda Palace

Day 8 Salamanca – Ávila – Madrid Cross the rock-strewn hills of the Castile, to arrive at Ávila. Walk within the ancient city that is still entirely enclosed within 11th-cen­ tury walls, a unique occurrence in Europe. Return to Madrid to ex­plore more of the capital with your ‘Local Expert.’ At a local restaurant, join your Travel Director and new­found friends for a lively Celebra­tion Dinner. (B,D) Hyatt Regency Hesperia Day 9 Madrid – USA Board your onward flight, taking home memories of this exciting journey. Departure transfers arrive at Madrid Airport at 7am, 9am and 11am (flight not included). (B)

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Trip Highlights Connect With Locals Join the Schieszl family for a hearty Hungarian ‘Be My Guest’ dinner and the story of their winery (Day 5) Local Specialist for included sightseeing in Prague, Budapest, Vienna and Salzburg

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Orientation of Munich and Regensburg Visit Bratislava, the Fisherman’s Bastion in Budapest and Győr View the Marienplatz in Munich, St. Vitus Cathedral and the Old Town Square of Prague, the Imperial Boulevards of Vienna and Melk Abbey

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

Day 1 Arrive Munich Sophisticated city streets of Munich kick off your adventure through the capitals of imperial Europe. On arrival at Munich Airport, transfers will operate at 10am and 1pm. Guests arriving later should make their own way to the hotel. Join your fellow travelers

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and Travel Director this evening for an orientation tour, including views of the Marienplatz and its iconic Glockenspiel, before a Welcome Reception. (D) Sheraton Westpark/ Holiday Inn Westpark

Day 2 Munich – Regensburg – Prague (2 Nights) This morning visit Regensburg, an unspoiled medieval gem. Cross the Czech border and head to Prague.

(B) Vienna House Andels

Day 3 Prague Delve into centuries of history as you join a ‘Local Specialist’ for a guided sightseeing tour with views of St. Vitus Cathedral. Cross the river on your walking tour to the Old Town Square to see the Astronomical Clock, then enjoy a free afternoon. (B) Day 4 Prague – Bratislava – Budapest (2 Nights) Cross the lush landscapes of Moravia and the Hungarian bor­der before arriving in Budapest, the ‘Paris of the East.’

(B) Novotel Danube

Day 5 Budapest Admire all the highlights of Budapest on a guided sightseeing tour with a ‘Local Specialist.’ See the famous Chain Bridge and the UNESCO-listed Castle Hill district.

Visit Fisherman’s Bastion and enjoy superb views across the imposing Parliament building and Danube below. Spend the rest of the day at leisure before joining the Schieszl family for a hearty Hungarian ‘Be My Guest’ dinner.

‘Connect With Locals’ and hear the story of their winery. (B,D) Day 6 Budapest – Győr – Vienna (2 Nights) Cross the hilly landscapes of Transdanubia stop­ping in Győr to soak up its medieval atmosphere.

Arrive in Vienna for an evening at leisure. (B) Renaissance Wien Day 7 Vienna Join a ‘Local Specialist’ and explore the imperial splendor of Vienna

at Hofburg Palace, the former winter residence of the Habsburg Dynasty. Admire the grand State Opera House and Ringstrasse, then see the ornate colorful roof of St. Stephen’s Cathedral. (B)

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Day 8 Vienna – Wachau Valley – Salzburg Drive through the enchanting landscapes of the UNESCOdesignated Wachau Valley. See the Benedictine Melk Abbey perched on a rocky outcrop above the Danube. Arrive in Salzburg later and embark on a leisurely walking tour with a ‘Local Specialist.’ Dine in your hotel this evening.

(B,D) Hubertushof Anif/Mercure City

Day 9 Salzburg – Munich Return to Munich where your journey began. Celebrate a memorable vacation with new friends at an unforgettable Farewell Dinner. (B,D) Sheraton Westpark/ Holiday Inn Westpark

Day 10 Munich – USA Say a fond auf wiedersehen to Germany, at the end of your exhilarating European experience.

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itness the triumph of human spirit, explore the medieval history of enchanting towns and cities and uncover the myths and legends that have shaped this multicultural crossroads at the heart of Europe.

Frankfurt Orientation tour includes the Old Town Berlin Sightseeing with a ‘Local Specialist’ includes views of the Reichstag, Brandenburg Gate and Tiergarten Poznan Visit the town known as the ‘cradle of the Polish state’ Warsaw Sightseeing with a ‘Local Specialist’ includes the Old City, St. John’s Cathedral and the Royal Palace Czestochowa View the ’ monastery at Jasna Góra Auschwitz Visit the poignant former concentration camp Kraków Sightseeing with a ‘Local Specialist’ includes the cathedral and Royal Castle on Wawel Hill

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Budapest Sightseeing with a ‘Local Specialist’ includes Gellért Hill, Fisherman’s Bastion and the Church of St. Matthias Györ Visit this baroque city Vienna Sightseeing with a ‘Local Specialist’ includes views of Vienna’s State Opera House, the Hofburg Palace, Parliament and the Imperial Boulevards Brno See the medieval town Prague Walking tour with a ‘Local Specialist’ includes views of Prague Castle, St. Vitus Cathedral and the Old Town Square Rothenburg Visit this fortified medieval town

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Wieliczka Salt Mines Visit the UNESCO-listed 800-year-old salt mines of Wieliczka exploring the underground chambers and chapels that have earned it its title as the Under­ground Salt Cathedral of Poland

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

Day 1 Arrive Frankfurt (2 Nights) At its heart, Frankfurt’s highpowered business hub communes with a warm medieval center. On arrival at Frankfurt Airport, trans­ fers will operate at 9.30am, 12noon and 2.30pm. Guests arriving later should make their own way to the hotel. After check­ing in, your Travel Director will lead an orientation tour around the city’s dynamic financial center and medieval Römerberg.

Mercure Airport Neu Isenburg

Day 2 Frankfurt – Berlin (2 Nights)

Journey across the northern plains of Germany to the multikulti liberal powerhouse that is Berlin. Consider joining an ‘Optional Experience’ with good food, wine, beer and music followed by a Berlin-by-night tour of the illuminated capital.

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Reichstag Building, German State Opera House, Tiergarten, Unter den Linden Boulevard and Brandenburg Gate. (B)

Day 4 Berlin – Poznań – Warsaw (2 Nights) Visit Poznań, the effervescent historical capital of Poland. View its colorful market square and town hall, then head to Poland’s modern metropolis of Warsaw which has risen with all the invigorating spirit of a phoenix after a recent tragic past. (B,D) Ibis Ostrobramska Day 5 Warsaw Delve into Warsaw’s turbulent past with a ‘Local Specialist’ this morning.

You’ll view St. John’s Cathedral and the Royal Palace in the Old Town, then see the site of the Warsaw Ghetto. There’s time later today for an optional visit to the 17th-century Baroque Wilanow Palace. (B) Day 6 Warsaw – Częstochowa – Auschwitz – Kraków (2 Nights) Poland’s pilgrimage city of Częstochowa is first on your journey to Kraków. View the Paulite Monastery at Jasna Góra, home of the famous Black Madonna of Częstochowa. Then stop at the former concentration camp at Auschwitz before arriving in Kraków. (B,D) Ibis Stare Miasto Day 7 Kraków Your ‘Local Specialist’ will share the legend of the city’s origins as you trace its medieval walls and see Wawel Castle. Consider joining an ‘Optional Experience’ to the UNESCO-listed Wieliczka Salt Mines, then an optional farmhouse dinner and Polka party. (B) Day 8 Kraków – Budapest (2 Nights)

Your destination today is Budapest.

Begin your exploration of this ‘Paris of the East’ on the water with an optional scenic cruise on a private boat along the Danube.

(B) Ibis Castle Hill

Day 9 Budapest Like all great capitals, Budapest’s story begins with a legend, which your ‘Local Specialist’ will share as you view Fisherman’s Bastion, Heroes’ Square and the Church of St. Matthias. Take a trip up Gellért Hill, then perhaps join an option­al tour to the medieval town of Szentendre. (B,D) Day 10 Budapest – Győr – Vienna (2 Nights) Maybe embark on an optional visit to the Hungarian Parliament, followed by decadent pancakes

at Gundels, before traveling to Vienna. This ‘City of Music’ can carry more than a tune as you’ll come to discover when you join an optional dinner including musical enter­tain­ment. (B) Ibis Wien Mariahilf

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Day 11 Vienna Consider a guided optional visit to Schönbrunn Palace, then your ‘Local Specialist’ will reveal all the sights of this imperial city. View the Parliament, the Vienna Opera House, the Hofburg and City Hall.

This evening, consider an ‘Optional Experience’ to a Strauss and Mozart concert. (B) Day 12 Vienna – Brno – Prague (2 Nights)

Head north to the Czech Republic.

You’ll pass the medieval town of Brno, arriving in Prague later today.

The Golden City of a Hundred Spires shines even brighter at night, so consider joining an evening introduction to this fairy-tale city.

(B,D) Ibis Praha Mala Strana

Day 13 Prague You’ll see why Hitler chose to spare the en­during beauty of Prague as you join your ‘Local Specialist’ for a sightseeing tour featuring Prague Castle, the Cathedral of St. Vitus and the Old Town Square. Later, consider a lunch cruise on the Vltava. (B) Day 14 Prague – Rothenburg – Frankfurt Take a step back in time during your stop in Rothenburg ob der Tauber along Bavaria’s Romantic Road this morning. Continue to Frankfurt, where tonight you’ll enjoy a farewell dinner.

(B,D) Mercure Airport Neu Isenburg

Day 15 Frankfurt – USA Great empires created the en­chant­ ing land which you’ve ex­plored over the past 15 days. Return transfers arrive at Frankfurt Airport at 8am and 10am (flight not included). (B)

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Always Included Professional Travel Director 3- and 4-Star Accommodations including all hotel tips, charges and local taxes 19 Meals 14 Breakfasts (B).

5 Three-course Dinners (D) Airport Transfers as noted in the itinerary Drinking Water: Tap water is safe to drink in all of the destinations on this trip. Please remember to bring a water bottle.

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Scandinavia & Russia

Sweden Finland

Norway Bergen

Oslo

Stockholm

St. Petersburg

Russia Denmark

Copenhagen

Moscow

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Highlights of Scandinavia 12 DAYS FROM $2,250

Capitals of Scandinavia 9 DAYS FROM $2,550

COUNTRIES VISITED: Denmark, Norway, Sweden

COUNTRIES VISITED: Denmark, Sweden, Norway,

LOCATIONS VISITED: Copenhagen, Odense, Oslo,

Vradal, Bergen, Sognefjord, Fagernes Valdres, Karlstad, Orebro, Stockholm OPERATED BY: Costsaver

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Finland

LOCATIONS VISITED: Copenhagen, Helsingor,

Helsingborg, Oslo, Stockholm, Helsinki OPERATED BY: Trafalgar

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Scenic Scandinavia & its Fjords 14 DAYS FROM $4,095

Northern Lights of Scandinavia 10 DAYS FROM $4,683

COUNTRIES VISITED: Denmark, Norway, Sweden

COUNTRIES VISITED: Finland, Norway

LOCATIONS VISITED: Copenhagen, Randers,

LOCATIONS VISITED: Helsinki, Ivalo, Alta, Oslo

Stavanger, Hirtshals, Kristiansand, Bergen, Flam, Leikanger, Voss, Myrdal, Geiranger, Lillehammer, Lom, Oslo, Stockholm OPERATED BY: Trafalgar

OPERATED BY: Insight Vacations

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Highlights of St. Petersburg & Moscow 9 DAYS FROM $1,550

Capitals of the North 15 DAYS FROM $4,775

COUNTRIES VISITED: Russia

Finland, Russia

LOCATIONS VISITED: St. Petersburg, Tver, Moscow OPERATED BY: Costsaver

COUNTRIES VISITED: Denmark, Norway, Sweden, LOCATIONS VISITED: Copenhagen, Oslo, Stockholm,

Helsinki, St. Petersburg, Moscow OPERATED BY: Trafalgar

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Eastern Mediterranean & Egypt Istanbul

Greece

Turkey Athens

Antalya

Heraklion

Crete

Best of Greece 8 DAYS FROM $1,975

Greek Island Explorer 10 DAYS FROM $2,125

COUNTRIES VISITED: Greece

COUNTRIES VISITED: Greece

LOCATIONS VISITED: Athens, Corinth, Epidaurus,

LOCATIONS VISITED: Athens, Santorini, Mykonos

Nauplia, Mycenae, Olympia, Patras, Antirio, Delphi, Kalabaka, Meteora, Santorini OPERATED BY: Trafalgar

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Steps of St. Paul 7 DAYS FROM $1,995

Highlights of Turkey 10 DAYS FROM $1,825

COUNTRIES VISITED: Greece

COUNTRIES VISITED: Turkey

LOCATIONS VISITED: Athens, Thessaloniki, Kavala,

LOCATIONS VISITED: Istanbul, Eceabat, Canakkale,

Wonders of Egypt 9 DAYS FROM $3,025

Best of Israel 8 DAYS FROM $2,775

COUNTRIES VISITED: Egypt

COUNTRIES VISITED: Israel

LOCATIONS VISITED: Cairo, Luxor, Giza, Memphis,

LOCATIONS VISITED: Jerusalem, Masada Bar

Kalambaka, Meteora, Delphi, Corinth OPERATED BY: Trafalgar

Aswan

OPERATED BY: Trafalgar

Gallipoli, Troy, Bergama, Izmir, Demircidere, Çanakkale, Pamukkale, Ephesus, Konya, Cappadocia, Goreme, Aksaray OPERATED BY: Trafalgar

Yehuda, Tiberias, Tel Aviv OPERATED BY: Trafalgar

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River Cruises

LUXURY BOUTIQUE RIVER CRUISES

For more than four decades, Uniworld has specialized in intimate and in-depth journeys for travelers looking to travel in sophisticated style, offering allinclusive cruises in spectacular destinations throughout Europe, Russia, Egypt, and Asia. Their European fleet features boutique, one-of-a-kind ships with an average capacity of 130 guests, the high­est staff-to-guest ratio in the industry, enticing shore excursions, world-class gourmet cuisine, impeccable service, and numerous other benefits.

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Castles Along the Rhine 8 DAYS FROM $3,499 COUNTRIES VISITED: Netherlands, Germany, Switzerland LOCATIONS VISITED: Amsterdam, Cologne,

Germersheim, Strasbourg, Kehl, Kayserberg, Colmar, Basel OPERATED BY: Uniworld Boutique River Cruises

Burgundy and Provence 8 DAYS FROM $3,599 COUNTRIES VISITED: France LOCATIONS VISITED: Beaune, Macon, Avignon, Lyon,

Tarascon

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ACTIVE RIVER CRUISES

U by Uniworld is a unique way for active, adventurous travelers to experience Europe. U’s iconic ships are modern, floating hotels that venture into the heart of Europe’s marquee cities and idyllic river towns.

Unpack once, and spend your days (and nights) enjoying active treks, deep cultural dives with local guides, or setting off on your own adventures.

Onboard locally inspired food, beer and wine at meals, unlimited wifi are always included — as well as all gratuities. It’s time to travel your way.

It’s time to do U.

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Vienna Vibe 8 DAYS FROM $2,799 COUNTRIES VISITED: Germany, Austria LOCATIONS VISITED: Nuremberg, Regensburg, Passau,

Linz, Melk, Krems, Vienna OPERATED BY: U by Uniworld

Eastern Europe Escape 8 DAYS FROM $2,799 COUNTRIES VISITED: Austria, Slovakia, Hungary, Serbia LOCATIONS VISITED: Vienna, Bratislava, Budapest,

Mohács, Novi Sad, Belgrade OPERATED BY: U by Uniworld

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Travel Essentials – understanding our terminology, Passports, Visas and trip registration…

My GET: Enhance Your Travel Experience Understanding our Terminology Below are descriptions relating to specific terms used within our brochure itinerary pages: Visit In-depth sightseeing with a Local Specialist or Travel Director, which includes fast-track entry (where applicable).

View A brief stop to enjoy the sights and take some photos.

See Observe sights while passing by on your coach, cruise or train.

Passports and Visas Each guest is responsible for ensuring their passport is valid for at least 6 months beyond the conclusion of their trip and that all necessary visas and permits have been acquired. Multiple-entry visas may be required if you are entering a country more than once on your vacation. Each guest must comply with entry, health and other require­ments of the countries visited during your trip.

Contact your Travel Specialist, airline or relevant govern­ment authorities to obtain the necessary travel information.

The Operators and/or their employees and their agents are not responsible for passport, visa, entry, health and other requirements of the countries visited, or for any loss sus­tained by you for failing to comply with laws, regulations, orders and/or requirements of countries visited.

PACKING FOR YOUR TRIP Guests may bring one full-sized suitcase and one carry-on bag per person. Due to limited luggage space, we ask that your full sized bag does not exceed dimensions of 30”x18”x10” and 50lbs. Space for carry-on bags on motorcoaches is much smaller than on aircraft, and bags with wheels, rigid frames, and telescoping handles cannot be accepted as carry-on luggage. Medium sized backpacks, tote bags, small duffels and messenger bags are all good options for your carry on.

For packing tips and other useful information, check out our Expert Advice section at GETours.com.

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MyGET is an easy-to-use, interactive travel portal that connects you to your vacation before and during your trip. You’ll be able to register for your trip, download your travel documents and have a ready reference of your day by day trip inclusions and optional experiences.

Visit GETours.com/myGET Register for Your Trip: Get Ready to Go Every travel moment counts. To ensure you have a total stress-free vacation and that we can contact you in the unlikely event of an emergency, we require all guests to register before they travel.

You can easily complete this online in a few short minutes by simply providing the following details.

1 Your contact details, including an email address and mobile number that you will be traveling with.

2 The name of someone at home whom we can contact in case of an emergency.

3 Your passport and insurance details.

Simply head to GETours.com/myGET and you’ll be all set for the trip of a lifetime and can start personalizing your vacation.

E-Documents All guests need to complete registration in order to receive their trip documentation.

9 As part of our commitment to sustainable travel we have moved to electronic travel documents.

9 For every set of e-documents we produce, we will plant a tree with our partner One Tree Planted to help reforest the devastation left by the Australia Wild Fires.

9 Documentation will be available approximately 21 days prior to departure on your MyGET account.

Optional Experiences Optional Experiences are offered on all guided vacations and are designed to complement your chosen itinerary and showcase the destination.

These can be purchased at your discretion from your Travel Director while you are traveling.

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Summary booking conditions & other important information Please ensure you read the full Terms and Conditions at: GETours.com/terms-conditions

Payment & cancellation fees summary information Level 2 Guided Vacations including trains or cruises $350 90 days

Level 1 All other Guided Vacations $350 60 days

Additional GUIDED VACATIONS: Air Tickets Extra Accommodations Deposit due per person As per airline policy No additional deposit required Final payment due As per airline policy In accordance with guided vacation (before departure) Cancellation charges per person if you cancel your vacation (number of days before trip departure) 90+ Deposit Deposit $75 + airline charges $35 89-60 30% Deposit $75 + airline charges $35 59-16 60% 30% $75 + airline charges Higher of $35 or 25% of accommodations price 15-8 90% 50% $75 + airline charges Higher of $35 or 30% of accommodations price 7-1 100% 90% $75 + airline charges 100% of accommodations price Departure day/no show 100% 100% $75 + airline charges 100% of accommodations price

Your Guided Vacation booking

See our website for detailed terms on what’s included and not included in the guided vacation price and for information on reservations and payments including your travel documents.

Booking changes, cancellations & refunds

See our website for details on name changes, booking changes, cancella­tions and cancellation fees, illness or absence.

General information & conditions

See our website for detailed terms on Guided Vacation prices, baggage, other fees and taxes, and travel insurance.

Complaint procedure & consumer protection

Complaint Procedure If you have a problem during your vaca­ tion please inform your Travel Director/Local Representative im­ me­di­ate­ly, who will try to make things right. If the matter was not re­solved locally, please write to GET’s Guest Relations Depart­ ment at the address below or email guest.services@getours.com within sixty (60) days of the end of your vacation, as it is im­port­ ant that you provide us the information quickly. Please quote your booking reference number and all relevant informa­tion. Failure to fol­low this procedure may delay or deny us the opportunity to in­ves­ti­gate and rectify the problem, which may affect the way your com­plaint is dealt with and your rights under this contract.

Accord­ing­ly, any claim not re­ceived in writing within this time is waived and barred. In any legal action, arbitra­tion, or other proceeding to en­force, interpret or construe the terms of this Agree­ment, or con­cern­ing any grievance relating to the trip, the prevailing party shall be entitled to recover its actual reasonable legal fees, costs and expenses.

United States Tour Operator Association $1 Million Travel­ers Assistance Program Grand European Tours (2003) Inc. shares the cover­age avail­able under the USTOA $1 Million Trav­el­ers Assistance Program with affiliates of The Travel Cor­por­a­tion who, as an Active Member of the USTOA is required to post $1 Million with USTOA to be used to reimburse, according to the terms and conditions of the USTOA Travelers Assist­ance Pro­ gram, the advance payments of Grand European Tours (2003) Inc. customers in the unlikely event of The Travel Corporation bankruptcy, insolvency or cessation of business.

Further, you should understand that the $1 Million posted by The Travel Corporation may be sufficient to provide only a partial recovery of the advance payments received by Grand European Tours (2003) Inc. Complete details of the USTOA Travelers Assistance Program and a list of affiliates may be obtained by writing to USTOA at 275 Madison Avenue, Suite 2014, New York, New York 10016, or by email to information@ustoa.com or by visiting their website at ustoa.com.

Important notices

Health and wellbeing An inherent risk of exposure to COVID19 exists in any public place where people are present. COVID-19 is an extremely contagious disease that can lead to severe illness and death. According to the World Health Organization, senior citizens and guests with underlying medical conditions are especially vulnerable.

We ask that you please take personal responsibility for your well­ being. This be­gins with packing any personal protective equip­ ment and sanitizers you re­quire. Please adopt physical distancing and hygiene practices throughout your pre-trip travel arrange­ ments and follow all health instruction whether physical sign­age or requests from our professional staff once you are vacationing with us.

In choosing to travel Grand European Travel and any of its associated brands, you voluntarily assume all risks related to exposure to COVID-19.

Chargeable Transfers No additional deposit required In accordance with guided vacation

$35 $35 Higher of $35 or 25% of transfer price Higher of $35 or 30% of transfer price 100% of transfer price 100% of transfer price

You will be informed about any changes to any of the relevant details within this brochure before you book as part of our commit­ment to high quality customer service.

Passports, Visas and other Entry/Exit Require­ments All guests including children must be in posses­sion of a machinereadable passport valid for 6 months after their trip return date along with applicable visas. Please refer to “Passport and Visas” section. Due to gov­ern­ment imposed security/immigra­tion mea­ sures, pass­port and emergency contact information is required for all guests prior to the release of travel documents. It is the guest’s sole re­spon­si­bil­ity to secure and/or pay for any and all visas, reciprocity fees, affidavits, im­muniza­tions, etc. that are required to be permitted entry into each des­tin­a­tion. You should also contact your doctor or a spe­cial­ist vaccina­tion center for details of any mea­sures you may need to take prior to departure.

In some coun­tries you may be subject to entry (reciprocity) fees and/or depart­ure taxes/exit fees which will be collected at the airports upon entry/departure by local government authorities.

Ob­tain­ing and carrying these docu­ments is your sole re­spon­si­bil­ ity. GET bears no re­spon­si­bil­ity for such information and will not be responsible for advis­ing and/or obtaining required travel docu­men­ta­tion for any guest, or for any delays, damages, and/ or losses including missed portions of your vaca­tion related to improper documentation or government deci­sions about entry.

Please note that entry to any country may be refused even if the re­quired infor­ma­tion and travel docu­ments are complete. GET will also not be liable in circum­stances where entry is refused to another country for any reason. We do not accept any re­spon­si­ bil­ity and will not make any refunds if you cannot travel because you have not complied with any pass­port, visa or immi­gra­tion require­ments or if you have lost or mislaid any necessary documents (including travel documentation).

Price changes Unfortunately it is inevitable that some of the prices or details contained within this brochure or on our website may have changed since the brochure was printed, and we reserve the right to alter the prices of any of our vacations before you book.

Grand European Travel

7632 SW Durham Road, Suite 350, Tigard, OR 97224 USA

Tour operators

These trips are arranged by Trafalgar Tours Ltd., Insight Vacations Ltd. and Uniworld River Cruises Inc. Grand European Tours (2003) Inc. Limited Role: Grand European Tours (2003), serves only as sales representative, and is not re­sponsi­ble for any activity beyond its limited role in arranging reser­va­tions and ticketing. Grand European Tours (2003) Inc. shall not be re­spon­si­ble or liable for any act, omis­sion or default, whether negligent or otherwise, of any other entity whether or not affiliated with the Operator.

For further information visit our website at: GETours.com This brochure supersedes any other prior brochure on the market. See back cover for brochure version and print date.

AARP Membership 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.

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