E PLORE WORLD HERITAGE
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Introduction “Our staff has extensive travelling experience throughout the world. We offer alternative holidays, giving our customers a real opportunity to experience the most amazing cultural sites through the world at your own pace, Authentic Accommodation and personalised service.” Roland Monsegu, Founder & Director
“Unveil UNESCO World Heritage”
10 Reasons to book with us: 1) Hand-picked accommodation 2) Chauffeur driven transfer 3) 1st class trains tickets 4) Detailed itineraries 5) Comprehensive Holiday pack 6) Knowledgeable cultural guides 7) Outstanding customer service 8) 24/7 assistance number 9) Free travel advice 10) We cater for your dietary requirements
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Summary UNESCO World Heritage Our services Criterias
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Great Train Journeys
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Rome to Paris Paris to Berlin Madrid to Barcelona Lisbon to Porto Budapest to Prague Florence to Venice Heritage of Andalucia Cathedrals of France
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Centre Based
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Ancient & Christian Rome 18 Madrid & Major Sites 20 Avignon & Southern France 21 Brno & Moravian Heritage 22 Split Area Ancient Heritage 23 Athens & the Peloponnese 24 Naples Natural Beauty 25 Ch창teaux of the Loire Valley 26 Roman & Etruscan sites 27 Burgos & Atapuerca 28 Highlights of Belgium 29 Grand Tour of Ireland 30
Contact us
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UNESCO World Heritage Heritage is our legacy from the past, what we live with today, and what we pass on to future generations. Our cultural and natural heritage are both irreplaceable sources of life and inspiration. Places as unique and diverse as Coliseum of Rome, The vineyards of Lavaux, Camino de Santiago, Historic centre of Porto, Split, Bruges, Brno, Palaces of Vienna & Versailles, Andalucía, Venice, Vatican, Acropolis, Pompeii, New Grange... What makes the concept of World Heritage exceptional is its universal application. World Heritage sites belong to all the peoples of the world, irrespective of the territory on which they are located.
UNESCO’s World Heritage Mission: > Encourage countries to sign the World Heritage Convention and to ensure the protection of their natural and cultural heritage; > Encourage States Parties to the Convention to nominate sites within their national territory for inclusion on the World Heritage List; > Encourage States Parties to establish management plans and set up reporting systems on the state of conservation of their World Heritage; > Help States Parties safeguard World Heritage properties by providing technical assistance and professional training; > Provide emergency assistance for World Heritage sites in immediate danger; > Support States Parties’ public awareness-building activities for World Heritage conservation; > Encourage participation of the local population in the preservation of their cultural and natural heritage; > Encourage international cooperation in the conservation of our world’s cultural and natural heritage.
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Our services
Accommodation Without Compromise All accommodation has been handpicked. Comfort is our top prority. We endeavour to seek out cosy and rustic places packed with character.
Seamless transfers Private transfers to/from your hotel & First class train journeys.
Travel Independently Your guide is with you during the half-day visits and lunches, the remainder of your time is left for adventure.
Carefully Selected Unique Tours Our staff has selected the best UNESCO World Heritage sites, in the most beautiful places.
Customer Care Your satisfaction is utmost important to us, you can talk to us before, during and after your tour.
Why not visit our website for more info: www.exploreworldheritage.com/travel-services
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Criteria How to choose your trip? Each trip offers a unique experience and combine differentUNESCO criteria Human Creative Genius To represent a masterpiece of human creative genius
Cultural Traditions To bear a unique or at least exceptional testimony to a cultural tradition or to a civilisation
Environment and Human settlement Outstanding example of a traditional human settlement which is representative of a culture or human interaction
Natural Beauty To contain superlative natural phenomena or areas of exceptional natural beauty and aesthetic importance
On-going Evolution
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Examples representing significant on-going ecological and biological processes in the evolution
Inter Exchange of human values To exhibit an important interchange of human values, over a span of time or within a cultural area of the world
Architectural Landmark To be an outstanding example of a type of architecturals which illustrates significant stages in human history
Living Traditions To be directly or tangibly associated with events or living traditions with literary works of outstanding universal significance
Earth's History To be outstanding examples representing major stages of earth’s history
Biological Diversity To contain the most important and significant natural habitats for in-situ conservation of biological diversity
Great Train Journey
Explore UNESCO’s World Heritage on our Great Train Journeys and travel distances in comfort and style.
Inspired by the classic “grand Tour” of Europe, our Great Train Journeys will allow you to travel from one place to another, to cross a country or continent in comfort. These tours are structured for your convenience, your guide is with you during either for the morning or afternoon visits and for lunch. For the remainder of your time, you will be free to explore the city at your own pace, or to just enjoy the good-life on your holiday. We believe Train Journeys is one of the most pleasant and relaxing ways to travel. It allows for comfort over great distances between the sites. Even though, travelling can be tiring, to give you the best comfort we provide 1st class seats as standard. To make the trip seamless, all the transfers will be done by private chauffeur. At your arrival, your chauffeur will be waiting for you to bring you to your hotel. He will be responsible for transfers to all visits organised by us. All accommodation have been handpicked by our team. Comfort is our top priority. After a hard day of exploring we feel you deserve only the very best. We endeavour to seek out cosy and rustic accommodation packed with character. You will always be booked in the centre of towns and cities, where "everything happens".
Summary of the Services: - Splendid Accommodation - Private Chauffeur - 1st Class Train Tickets - Cultural Guide - UNESCO Cultural Visits - Several Cities/Countries - Detailed Itineraries
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Great Train Journey Rome to Paris Inspired by the “Grand Tour” (The traditional trip of Europe from 17th C), this classic train journey, will bring you across Europe, linking two of its most cultural and romantic cities: Rome and Paris. This epic journey will see you crossing Italy, the Alps and southern France; mixing natural beauty such as Geneva Lake, vineyards and heritage giants like: The Coliseum, Florence Duomo and Paris’ Eiffel tower… Day 1: Rome
Arrival at Rome. Private chauffeur transfer to your Hotel.
Day 2: Colosseum and Roman Forum 2 hours of cultural tour with private guide. Day 3: Vatican City
Visit of St Peters Basilica & Square, free afternoon.
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Day 4: Florence, historical centre
Train transfer (1h30), guided visit of the historical centre in the afternoon.
Day 5: Milan, Church Santa Maria
Tain transfer (1h45), Guided visit of the Church Santa Maria in the afternoon.
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Transfer in the morning (3h30), guided visit of Vineyards Terrace of Lavaux in the afternoon.
Day 7: Paris
4h transfer from Lausane to Paris, free afternoon and you’ll have a special dinner on the Seine.
Day 8: Palace of Versailles
Guided visit of the very famous Palace of Versailles.
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Day 9: Departure from Paris
All good things come to the end, today your adventure will end after your breakfast.
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Great Train Journey Paris to Berlin This train journey links the two cultural and historical cities of Paris and Berlin. Traveling through east of France and West Germany, you will discover the World Heritage sites of Cologne, Aachen, Hanover and the variety of West European landscapes. Day 1 - Arrival in Paris
Arrival in Paris airport, private chauffeur transfer to hotel.
Day 2 - Paris
Guided stroll in the garden of tuileries, then Free time in Paris, enjoy the beautiful French capital and famous places, Eiffel Tower, Arc de triomphe, Champs-ElysĂŠes...
Day 3 - Versailles Palace
Day 8 - Berlin
Train transfer (2h) in the morning, in the afternoon you will visit the Museumsinsel (Museums Island) a cultural highlight of Berlin.
Day 9 - Berlin
Free morning, after lunch in capital centre you will be booked for a private guided visit of Berlin Modernism Housing Estates wich represents the innovations of housing policies.
Guided visit in the historic Palace of Versailles, Day 10 - Departure fom Berlin where the last French King used to govern from. End of the tour after breakfast and transfer to the airport.
Day 4 - Cologne
Train transfer (3h) in the morning, booked for guided visit of the Gothic Masterpiece, free in the afternoon to discover Cologne centre.
Day 5 - Aachen Cathedral
Private transfer and guided visit of Aachen Cathedral, you sleep in Cologne.
Day 6 - Bremen
Train transfer (3h) in morning, visit of UNESCO World Heritage Town Hall and Roland’s Statue.
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Day 7 - Hanover
Train transfer (1h), after lunch private chauffeur transfer to visit St Mary's Cathedral and St Michael's Church at Hildesheim (37km away).
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Great Train Journey Madrid to Barcelona This Great Train Journey will take you across Spain, travelling from the vibrant city of Madrid, passing through Valencia and finishing in colourful Barcelona. The three architectural features: Christian monasteries, futuristic developments and bizarre modernity of Gaudi. Day 1 - Arrival in Madrid
Arrival in Madrid airport, private transfer to your hotel.
Day 2 - Madrid
Free day to explore the sights of Madrid as Buen Retiro Park, Royal Palace, Temple of Debod, Almudena Cathedral, Golden Triangle of Art...
Day 3 - Visit of the Escorial
Guided visit of the Escurial Monastery wich stands in an exceptionally beautiful site in Castille.
Day 4 - Madrid to Valencia
Train transfer (1h40) in the morning, you are free in the afternoon to discover Valencia centre. You could visit the Cathedral or Torres de Serranos.
Day 5 - Visit of the Lonja de la Seda
You will be booked for a private guided visit of the UNESCO World Heritage site in Valencia.
Day 6 - Valencia to Barcelona
Train transfer (3h) in the morning, after lunch you will have the afternoon to relax in the Catalan capital, why not visiting Palau de la Musica Catalana.
Day 7 - Works of Antoni Gaudi
Today you will be booked in a guided tour exploring the work of Antoni Gaudi in Barcelona. You will be free to visit city centre of Barcelona.
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Day 8 - Departure from Barcelona
This is the end of your holiday with us, after your breakfast you will be transferred to the airport.
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Great Train Journey Lisbon to Porto Portugal’s unique identity has to be found in the influence of many cultures and civilisations throughout history. This journey will let you witness this mixed culture, bringing you to the most amazing World Heritage sites. This trip start in Lisbon moves to the historical towns of Tomar and Porto.
Day 1 - Arrival in Lisbon
You will be transferred from Lisbon Airport to your hotel in he city centre.
Day 2 - Lisbon
Historic centre visit - 2 World heritage sites: Monastery of the Hieronymites and the Tower of Belém.
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Day 3 - Lisbon, Sintra cultural landscape
Ferdinand II renewed an old monastery into a castle, influenced by Gothic, Egyptian, Moorish and Renaissance elements.
Day 4 - Lisbon to Tomar
Transfer by train to Tomar to visit the Castle and Convent of the Order of Christ.
Day 5 - Alcobaca, Batalha Monasteries
Transfer from your hotel in Tomar for the visit of the two monasteries.
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Day 6 - Tomar to Porto
Train to Porto and guided visit of the historic centre, and the harbourg.
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Day 7 - Guimarães historic centre
An example of the particular Portuguese architecture style, with the use of traditional materials and techniques.
Day 8 - Departure from Porto Breakfast and transfer to the airport
Great Train Journey Budapest to Prague This Great train journey will bring you accross Eastern Europe from the charming city of Budapest to Prague, through Hungary, Austria and The Czech Republic. During your stay you will see the beautiful Danube, Buda Castle and Historic centre of Vienna...
Day 1 - Arrival in Budapest
Arrival in Budapest, private chauffeur transfer to your hotel.
Day 2 - Budapest
Guided tour to explorre the banks of the Danube River, the Buda Castle Quarter or the famous Andrassy Avenue.
Day 3 - Budapest to Gyor
Train transfer (2h) in the morning. In the afternoon visit of the Millenary Benedictine Abbey in Pannonhalma.
Day 4 - Gyor to Vienna
Train transfer (1h) in the morning, you are free in the afternoon to discover Vienna historic centre.
Day 5 - Vienna
Guided visit of the Palace and Gardens of Schรถnbrunn in Vienna. Free afternoon.
Day 6 - Vienna to Brno
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Train transfer in the morning, after lunch private guided visit of UNESCO World Heritage Villa Tugendhat.
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Day 7 - Brno to Prague
Train transfer (2h), after lunch in the capital you will visit the historic centre and will apreciate many sites.
Day 8 - Departure from Prague
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After your breakfast you will be transferred to the airport, hope to see you soon.
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Great Train Journey Florence to Venice Following this Renaissance trail from Florence to Venice, you will rediscover what “renaissance” truly means for our civilisation. An ancient secret lost after the fall of the Roman Empire, which stayed buried for more than 1000 years in the dark ages. Day 1 - Arrival in Florence
Arrival in Florence, private chauffeur transfer to your hotel.
Day 2 - Historic Centre of Florence
Florence is the capital of the Tuscany region in Italy. You will be booked for a private guided visit of the city centre.
Day 3 - Florence to Bologna
Train transfer (1h) in the morning, in the afternoon private guided visit of the historic centre of Bologna wich has the second largest historic centre in Europe.
Day 4 - Bologna to Ferrara
Train transfer (1h) in the morning, you will be booked for a private guided visit of the centre. The city is now labelled by the UNESCO as “City of Renaissance”.
Day 5 - Ferrara to Padua
Train transfer (1h) in the morning. You will appreciate this charming city and you will be booked for a private visit of the Botanic Garden.
Day 6 - Padua to Venice
Train transfer (1h) in the morning, after lunch you have a free afternoon to appreciate this unique city.
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Morning tour of Venice city San Marco’s island, lunch and free time on the afternoon. You will have the possibility to visit the lagoon, and some of the different islands of Venice such as the Lido.
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Day 8 - Departure from Venice
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Great Train Journey Heritage of Andalucia On this our train Journey across Andalucía you will discover the major historical cities of Southern Spain. Andalucía is home to bulwark of Spanish traditions; Flamenco Music, art and architecture. Experience a mix of genres and influences: Roman, Islamic, Jewish, Gothic, Renaissance, baroque...
Day 1 - Arrival in Seville
Arrival in Sevilla, private chauffeur transfer to your hotel.
Day 2 - Seville
Guided visit of the stuning Cathedral of Sevilla, the Alcázar palace and the Archivo de Indias.
Day 3 - Doñana Park - Seville
Private transfer for a guided visit of the Doñana Park Centre, famous for its great biodiversity.
Day 4 - Seville to Cordoba
Train transfer (1h) in the morning, then you will visit the historic centre of Cordoba, a great UNESCO World Heritage.
Day 5 - Cordoba to Granada
Train transfer (1h) in the morning, and you will have a free afternoon, we suggest you to visit the historic centre.
Day 6 - Granada, Alhambra
Visit of the main monument of Granada, the royal Arab residence of the medieval Granadain in the hill of Alhambra.
Day 7 - Departure from Granada 1-2
End of the tour after breakfast. Airport transfer not included.
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Great Train Journey Cathedrals of France On this cultural journey, you will discover the magic of the Gothic Cathedrals of France, through the cities of Amiens, Reims, Chartres and Paris. These cultural sites, illustrate some of the most significant contribution to world’s religious architecture.
Day 1 - Arrival in Paris
Arrival in Paris, private chauffeur transfer to your hotel. Then enjoy Paris by night.
Day 2 - Amiens Cathedral - Reims
Train transfer (1h) to Amiens in the morning to visit the famous Cathedral and other train transfer (2h) to Reims to enjoy your night.
Day 3 - Reims
Visit of the stuning Cathedral Notre-Dame in the historical centre of Reims, free afternoon.
Day 4 - Paris
Train transfer (2h) in the morning, then you wil visit the worldwild famous cathedral NotreDame de Paris on the island “Ile de la Cité”.
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Train transfer (1h) in the morning, and you will visit Chartres and its UNESCO World Heritage Cathedral.
Day 6 - Go back to Paris
Train transfer (1h) in the morning and you will be back in the Light city you can enjoy the cultutral sites and The bank of the Seine.
Day 7 - Departure from Paris
After breakfast your private chauffeur will transfer you to the airport.
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Centre Based Explore The World Heritage on our Center based trips, benefit from all the comfort & convenience of a single location.
On a "centre based" tour, you will stay for several nights in one or two locations. Those locations have been chosen for the proximity of the sites to be visited, never more than 1h away. You will be staying in the historic centre of the Town/Cities, close to all entertainment and sightseeing. Those tours are structured for a maximum comfort and flexibility. Your guide is with you on the morning and for lunch. On the afternoon, you will be free to explore the city at your own pace, or to just enjoy the good-life on your holiday. All accommodations have been handpicked by our team. Comfort is our top priority. After a hard day of exploring we feel you deserve only the very best. We endeavour to seek out cosy and rustic accommodation packed with character. You will always be booked in the centre of towns and cities, where "everything happens".
Summary of the Services: - One or Two Base only - Splendid Accommodation - Private Chauffeur - Cultural Guide - UNESCO Cultural Visits - Several Cities/Countries - Detailed Itineraries
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Centre Based Ancient & Christian Rome Roman civilisation is the major contributor to culture, literature, technology, architecture and military science of the western world. Based in the historical centre of Rome, close to the Vatican, you will explore the surrounding World Heritage sites. Highlights: Coliseum & Forums, Vatican, Tivoli, Etruscan sites of Tarquinia, the Appian Way and the Catacombs.
Day 1 - Arrival in Rome
Arrival in Rome airport, private chauffeur transfer to your hotel. Relax on your first night.
Day 2 - Colosseum and Roman Forum
Private transfer to these two wonderful places. Colosseum is still considered as the greatest works of Roman architecture and Roman engineering.
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Private transfer to the Vatican City. Guided visit of St Peters Basilica & Square, St. Peter’s Basilica has the largest interior of any Christian church in the world. You can also visit the famous Sistine Chapel.
Day 4 - Tivoli
Private transfer to Tivoli (40 min away). Here you will visit two UNESCO World Heritage Sites. One of them, the Villa d’Este is a fine example of Renaissance architecture and garden at its apogee.
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Day 5 - Cerveteri and Tarquinia
Private transfer to these two World Heritage sites (40 min away from Rome. The Cerveteri Necropolis is the largest ancient necropolis in the Mediterranean area. The necropolis of Tarquinia, is famous for its painted tombs.
Day 6 - Catacombs and Appian Way
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Guided visit of Catacombs in Rome. The Catacombs of Callixtus was one of the Catacombs of Rome on the Appian Way, most notable for containing the Crypt of the Popes.
Day 7 - Departure from Rome
After breakfast your private chauffeur will transfer you to the airport.
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Centre Based Madrid & Major sites Based in Madrid, the capital of Spain, you will discover the heritage sites of central Spain, including: Avila, The Escorial, Henares, Toledo and Aranjuez. Madrid is one of the major European cities, both historically and culturally. Its influences in many domains such as politics, finance, science and culture contributes to its status as a major global city.
Day 1 - Arrival in Madrid
You will be collected from Madrid airport and transferred to your hotel.
Day 2 - Madrid
Today is a free day in Madrid, why not visit Buen Retiro Park or Royal Palace or Temple of Debod, Almudena Cathedral...
Day 3 - El Escorial and Avila
Private transfer to the Escurial Monastery stands in an exceptionally beautiful site in Castille and to Avila, ‘City of Saints and Stones’.
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Day 4 - Alcala de Henares
Private transfer to the Alcala de Henares in the morning. Alcala de Henares was the world’s first planned university city. You have a free afternoon in Madrid.
Day 5 - Toledo and Aranjuez
Private transfer to Toledo wich is the repository of more than 2,000 years of history. After you will be transferred to Aranjuez, a cultural landscape comprises a palace and gardens.
Day 6 - Departure from Madrid
Regrettably, this is the end of your tour with us, after breakfast your private chauffeur will transfer you to the airport.
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Centre Based Avignon & Southern France Based in the traditional French town Avignon, we will bring you on a historical trail from Roman Empire to Christian heritage. Avignon, with a pretty historic centre, is the perfect place for your free time, with a large choice of entertainment. The highlights of this tour are: 2000BC Pont du Gard, the massive “Palace of the Popes�, Nimes Roman Arena, and Orange Roman Theatre. Day 1 - Arrival in Avignon
You will be collected from either Marseille or Lyon airports and transferred to your hotel.
Day 2 - Avignon
After breakfast, you will have a full day to explore this beautiful city. The old centre of the city is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Day 3 - Pont du Gard
Private transfer after breakfast. Visit of the bridge and the museum. Free afternoon in the centre of Avignon.
Day 4 - Arles
Private transfer (30min) from your hotel. Arles is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It has very impressive Roman remains such as the Roman Theatre, Crypyoporticus, Baths of Constantine...
Day 5 - Orange
Private transfer to Orange. The town of Orange also contains impressive Roman remains which together are a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Day 6 - Departure from Avignon
All good things comes to the end. Hope you enjoyed your adventurous trip with us. Today your trip will end after your breakfast.
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Centre Based Brno & Moravian Heritage Based in the lively town of Brno for 6 nights, this itinerary will take you through the sites of East Czech Republic. This Area rich on cultural sites, regroup 80% of the World Heritage sites of the country. Highlights: Castle of Kroměříž, Tugendhat Villa, Lednice, Třebíč…
Day 1 - Brno
Private transfer from Brno airport to your hotel. You can enjoy the beauty of Brno.
Day 2 - Tugendhat Villa
First free day in Brno, visit the Tugendhat Villa. Why not explore the centre of Brno and its highlights like the spilberk Castle, the Cathedral of St Peter and Paul?
Day 3 - Gardens, Castle of Kroměříž
This morning you will visit Kroměříž to discover the Castle and its Gardens, then you will have a free afternoon in Brno. Private transfer.
Day 4 - Holy Trinity Column - Olomouc
Private transfer to Olomouc. You will have a private guided visit of Holy Trinity Colum, then you can visit the historic centre and its monuments.
Day 5 - Cultural Landscape of Lednice Valtice
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Private transfer to Lednice-Valtice landscape. A mix of a Baroque architecture and the classical neo-Gothic style of castles. This artificial landscape, 200 km, is one of the largest in Europe.
Day 6 - Jewish Quarter & st Procopius Basilica in Třebíč Private transfer to Třebíč to visit 2 UNESCO sites, added as a remarkable example of the influence of Western European architectural heritage.
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Day 7 - Departure from Brno
After your breakfast you will be transferred to the airport, hope you enjoyed your experience with us.
Centre Based Split Area Ancient Heritage Croatia is a Balkan country that has been created after the split of Yugoslavia in 1991. Its territory, has always been at the crossroad of western and eastern cultures, ever since the division of the Roman Empire. Based in Split, one of the oldest and liveliest city on the Adriatic, you will explore the surrounding area and the islands: Palace of Diocletian, Trogir, Sibenik‌ Day 1 - Arrival in Split
Private transfer from Split airport to your hotel. You can rest in the harbour of Split.
Day 2 - Historical Complex with the Palace of Diocletian
First free day in Split, the Dalmacian capital. This city is organised around the Palace of Diocletian.
Day 3 - Historic City of Trogir
Today you will be transferred to the UNESCO Heritage historic town centre of Trogir, 26km away from your hotel in Split.
Day 4 - Cathedral of St James in Sibenik
You will be transferred from your hotel to your visit, where you will be able to enjoy the beautiful cathedral of St James in Sibenik, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Day 5 - Hvar - Stari Grad Plain
Transfer by a ferry from Split to Hvar island. You will visit its cultural landscape, which has remained virtually intact since the first colonisation by Ionian Greeks.
Day 6 - Departure from Split
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All good things comes to the end. Today your trip will end after your breakfast a private transferred to the airport is booked.
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Centre Based Athens & the Peloponnese Ancient Greece is considered to be the birthplace of western civilisation. 2,500 years ago, the Greeks had planted the seeds for our modern way of life: democracy, philosophy, architecture, and have left new ideas in science and arts. From Athens and Tripoli, you will see Ancient Greece and its mystic places, such as: Olympia, Mystras, Mycenae‌
Day 1 - Arrival in Athens
Arrival in Athens, private chauffeur transfer from the airport to your hotel.
Day 2 - Acropolis
Today you will be booked for a guided visit of the worldwide famous Acropolis, the Citadel of Athens.
Day 3 - Transfer to Tripoli
Today you will leave Athens by train for the Peloponnese: you will spend 4 nights in Tripoli. Free afternoon.
Day 4 - Mycenae and Tyrins Athens
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Private transfer to the historic Sites of Mycenae and Tyrins. Here, you will see the imposing remains of two major cities of the Mycenaean civilization.
Day 5 - Archaeological Site of Olympia
Private transfer to Olympia. You will see a major site inhabited since the Prehistory. Here you will have a chance to discover the Altis, the sanctuary of Gods.
Day 6 - Archaeological Site of Mystras
Private transfer to Mystras site. Abandoned near the 19th century, Mystras was left behind wonderful medieval ruins of the city, standing on a beautiful landscape.
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Train back to Athens. You have a free day to enjoy the magnificent vibrant city.
Day 8 - Departure from Athens
Your adventure with us will be over after your breakfast. Private transfer to the airport.
Centre Based Naples Natural Beauty Based in busy Naples, you will explore the major highlights of the surrounding area: Pompeii, Amalfi coast, Caserta‌ Naples is also one of the best places for your free time, with a large historic centre and the old port.
Day 1 - Arrival in Naples
Private transfer from Naples airport to your hotel. Then you can enjoy the beauty of Naples.
Day 2 - Naples - Historic Centre
You will have a two hours private guided visit of the Naples historic centre, among you will see the Piazza del Plebiscito, the Castel Nuovo...
Day 3 - Pompeii
Private transfer to the famous remains of Pompeii. Back to Napoli. Free afternoon. (optional day to Mount Vesuvius)
Day 4 - Costeria Amalfitana
Today you will be heading to the Amalfi Coast (Private transfer). The Amalfi Coast is an area where there is several villages built between the cliffs and the sea labelled by UNESCO.
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Private transfer to Royale Palace of Caestra. This mind-blowing palace was created by Charles III to rival Versailles in France.
Day 6 - Departure from Naples
Your adventure with us will be over after your breakfast. Your private chauffeur will bring you to the airport.
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Centre Based Châteaux of the Loire Valley The city of Tours is the perfect base to explore the Loire valley, due to its proximity to all major sites. The city has several Universities and is really buzzy at night. The historic centre, with its medieval castle is also amazing. Highlights: Chambord, Chenonceaux, Azay le Rideau Villandry, Amboise.
Day 1 - Arrival in Tours
Arrival in Tours, private chauffeur transfer from the airport to your hotel.
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Day 2 - Amboise Château
Transfer to the Amboise Castle for a private guided visit. You will be back to Tours for lunch. Free afternoon.
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Private transfer and guided visit in the morning of this castle. Free afternoon in Tours.
Day 4 - Chenonceau Château
You will have a private guided visit of this castle in the morning. Transfer with your private chauffeur. Free afternoon in Tours.
Day 5 - Villandry Château, Gardens
Visit of the Villandry Castle and its different kinds of gardens (flower, vegetebles..). Private transfer included and free afteroon in Tours.
Day 6 - Chambord Château
You will visit another castle of La Loire. The guided visit is on the morning and you will have a free afternoon in Tours.
Day 7 - Departure from Tours
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Your adventure with us will be over after your breakfast. Your private chauffeur will drop you at the airport.
Centre Based Ancient Rome & Naples This Tour will bring you to the heart of the Roman civilisation: Rome where modern history began, and Naples: the main city of the Italian gold coast. Through this tour, you will visit the most famous Roman Sites: the Coliseum, the Forum, the lost city of Pompeii, and the historic centre of Naples.
Day 1 - Arrival in Rome
Private transfer from Rome airport to your hotel. Then you can enjoy the beauty of Rome.
Day 2 - Colosseum and Forum
Private transfer to these two wonderful places. The Colosseum is still considered as the greatest work of Roman architecture and engineering.
Day 3 - Tivoli - Villa Adriana & d'Este
Private transfer to Tivoli (40 min). You will visit two UNESCO World Heritage Sites. The Villa d’Este is a fine example of Renaissance architecture and the Italian Renaissance garden at its apogee.
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Day 5 - Historic Centre of Naples
Train transfer on the morning, and faternoon visit of Old Naples.
Day 6 - Pompeii
Transfer to the Pompeii for the visit of the site, lunch, and free time in naples
Day 7 - Ends in Naples
After your breakfast, transfer to the airport.
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Centre Based Burgos & Atapuerca Based in the Burgos, famous home of “El Cid”, you will discover this medieval city and the UNESCO World Heritage sites surrounding it. Highlights: The Cathedral of Burgos, The Camino de Santiago and the unique site of Atapuerca where the oldest man in Europe has been recently found.
Day 1 - Arrival in Burgos
Private transfer to your hotel. You will stay here for the next 4 nights, so unpack your luggage and venture out.
Day 2 - City tour and Cathedral
Private guide for a 3 hours tour in the city centre centre and the Cathedral. You will have lunch with your guide. Free afternoon.
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Day 3 - Camino de Santiago
Private transfer to Atapuerca, for a 10km walk a scenic part of the Camino. The walk should take you roughly 3 hours.
Day 4 - Atapuerca Madrid
Private transfer to Atapuerca to visit the “Sierra of Atapuerca”. Archeological site making the site the oldest evidence of humanity in Europe.
Day 5 - Departure from Burgos
All good things comes to the end. Hope you enjoyed your adventurous trip with us. Today your trip will end after your breakfast.
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Centre Based Highlights of Belgium Straddling the cultural boundary between Germanic and Latin Europe, Belgium is home to three main cultures and linguistic groups, Dutch-speakers, French-speakers and German-speakers. Along with Brussels and Bruges you will visit the Neolithic flint mines of Spiennes, the Canal lifts of La Louviere, the Cathedral of Tournai and battlefields of the First World War at Ypres.
Day 1 - Arrival in Brussels
You will be collected from the Brussels Airport to your hotel in the city centre.
Day 2 - Brussels
Visit of the “Grand-Place” wich is the central square of Brussels and The manneken pis. This place represents perfectly the cultural and economic importance of the city. Afternoon free.
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Day 3 - La Louviere, Mons 5 Brussels
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Private transfer and guided visits of La louviere and Mons. You will see series of four hydraulic boat lifts on the Canal. In Mons you will appreciate Grand Place and City Hall.
Day 4 - Bruges
Train transfer to Bruges in the morning. You will stay in Bruges for the next 2 days. Bruges is known as “The Venice of the North”. You will have a canal cruise through the city.
Day 5 - Tournai, WW1 site of Ypres
Private transfer to this 3 historic sites. You will see the medieval bridge, The Cathedral of Our Lady (Tournay) and the Menin Gate Memorial (Ypres).
Day 6 - Departure from Brussels
Your private chauffeur will drop you at the airport (70km away).
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Centre Based Grand Tour of Ireland Through this tour, you will have the chance to explore and discover the 3 Irish World Heritage sites, and to engage with nature, physical activity, and cultural exchange, to explore Ireland’s three World Heritage sites. Sites includes the very impressive Natural World Heritage site of The Giant Causeway, the 4000BC World Heritage site of New Grange and the Skellig’s Islands.
Day 1 - Arrival in Belfast
Private transfer to your hotel. Free time.
Day 2 - The Giant Causeway
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The volcanic eruption led the formation of the Giant Causeway. However, the place has its own story to tell. You will discover the myth and legends of Finn McCool.
Day 3 - New Grange
Transfer to Newgrange heritage site. Your guide will talk to you through the history of this prehistoric monument.
Day 4 - Killarney
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Transfer to killarney where you will have free time. Don’t forget to visit the pretty city centre and to stroll in the national park.
Day 5 - Skellig Islands
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Short boat trip to the UNESCO Skellig Islands, where you will see the world famous seabird colonies and remains of 5C BC monastery.
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Day 6 - Galway
Transfer to the busy and authentic city of Galway on the western coast of Ireland. Free time and optional visit of the cathedral & Spanish Arch.
Day 7 - Dublin
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Transfer to Dublin by train and free time. Don’t miss Trinity college, the national gallery, Temple bar.
Day 8 - Dublin
End of the tour after your breakfast.
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