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EUROPE FREE STYLE TOURING, FIT, RAIL TOURS, GROUP TRAVEL

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See What’s Inside! Scheduled Tours 5 Roving the Riviera (Featuring the French and Italian Rivieras) 9 Tasting Italy Tour 11 Abruzzo: Cooking Italy Independent Rail Tours 14 Italian Railways with the Italian Riviera 15 Abbeys, Castles & Palaces of Austria 16 Cities, Mountains & Seas of France 17 Savor Italy 18 Adventures in Switzerland European City Stays 19-20 European City Stays Group Tours 21 Germany Group Tours 23 Switzerland Group Tours 25 France Group Tours 27 Great Britain & Wales Group Tours

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EUROPE - GROUP TRAVEL

Group Travel Is Easy with Kamapeque Tours Travel is responsible for some of life’s most memorable moments. Celebrating a life milestone or simply enjoying the vacation of a lifetime are just a few of the reasons people crave to travel. And when people can share those experiences with friends and loved ones, those memories last forever. Group travel is fun, rewarding and sometimes even life changing. So gather some of your closest confidants and plan a group vacation with KAMAPEQUE TOURS.

IT’s EASY!! Kamapeque will work with you to select or tailor design a tour that will fit your groups needs. Utilizing your organization’s mailing list or newsletter, invite your members, their friends, family or associates to share the fun and adventure of a fantastic group travel experience We will help promote your group trip by providing marketing materials and ideas. Where possible, we will have one of our regional sales managers host an evening presentation to promote the fundraising trip to your members. You nominate an aide to assist in setting up the program to be the Kamapeque contact in your organization. From this point on, Kamapeque will handle all inquiries, reservations and payments, while keeping you informed on the progress of participation.

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Oberammergau

Passion Play 2020

Join Kamapeque Tours & Travel as we journey to edge of the Bavarian Alps to the quaint European village of Oberammergau. Keeping a pledge made nearly 400 years ago, the residents perform the world famous passion plays in the world only once every 10 years. The tradition, maintained and experienced almost without interruption for over 380 years, of putting on the play about the suffering, death and resurrection of Christ every ten years is expected to draw 450,000 visitors over 102 performances. Start planning your group trip to Germany and Austria today!

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LUXURY SMALL GROUP ESCORTED TOUR

Featuring the French and Italian Rivieras

Roving the Riviera 10 Days/9 Nights Day 1: Verona Arrive on own to Verona hotel, check in and enjoy a free afternoon exploring the beautiful city of Verona. Early eveing we meet in the hotel lobby to make our way to a local osteria on foot for dinner. Tonight, we enjoy an Opera* in the Roman Amphitheater, Verona Arena. Overnight in Verona. Day 2: Verona, Modena, Ferrari This morning after breakfast we travel to the the famous culinary capital of Modena for a chance to taste historic Balsamic Vinegars in a real “Acetaia”. You will have a chance to grab lunch on your own before we travel to nearby Maranello to visit the Ferrari museum. Travelers immerse themselves in the Ferrari story past and present, and top off the experience with a another very special experience, lap the Autodromo di Modena for 15 minutes in your own car. Early evening return to Verona for dinner on own. Day 3: Genoa After breakfast, early morning check out as we make our way to Genoa. Over 1000 years of history feels alive in Genoa, and no more so in its extensive old city, a tightly twisting maze of narrow caruggi (laneways). Genoa s one of the oldest and largest European seaports along the Mediterranean.

Today, the stunning Italian Riviera maritime republic has all but shed its industrial past and greets visitors with first class museums, historic landmarks and outstanding restaurants to explore. After checking into our hotel we enjoy a walking tour of the old town where we will get a chance to sample the delicacies of the local shops. Tonight we will enjoy dinner on the terrace overlooking the entire city and port. Overnight in Genoa. Day 4: Genoa, Portofino, Italian Riviera After breakfast, we have an early morning departure via ferry from Genoa’s Porto Antico. Travelers have the full day to hop-on, hop-off the ferry and explore the Italian Riviera on your own including Recco, Camogli, San Fruttuoso and Portofino. Dinner tonight at local trattoria. Overnight in Genoa. Day 5: Monaco, Eze, French Riviera After breakfast, we have an early morning checkout of our Genoa hotel and make our way to Cannes. Along the way we stop in Eze and Monte Carlo, Monaco. Perched in an "eagle's nest" at the height of an imposing and superb cliff, travelers will discover a small Provencal village, offering a panoramic view of the sea and coast-line. Here we will tour Perfume Factory and Museum of Galimard. Next we travel to Monte Carlo, Monaco where we visit the Prince’s Palace and Private Collection of Antique Cars Museum. Travelers have lunch on own in Monte Carlo. Overnight in French Riviera.


This luxury, small group escorted tour begins with an opera performance at the Arena of Verona, one of Italy's best preserved Roman amphitheaters, built around 30 AD. Followed by the thrill of driving a Ferrari on a test track in the birthplace of the famed prancing horse and a balsamic vinegar tasting in a traditional acetaia. And on to the stunning Italian Riviera where you will have the chance to discover stunning seaside villages of Portofino and Camogli or to visit the tiny St. Fruttuoso monastery. Then experience the splendor of the French Riviera with glamorous beaches, villas wrapped in gardens, charming towns, shopping and fabulous cuisine. You’ll enjoy the views from Eze, the glamour of Monte Carlo and Cannes and the 26 centuries of Marseille tradition before concluding your journey in the gastronomic capital of Lyon.

Day 6: French Riviera - Cannes/Marseille After breakfast, travelers enjoy a guided tour of the Palais des Festivals in Cannes*. Travelers on the 6/13 departure will enjoy a walking tour of Marseille before enjoying the day on their own. Travelers on the 6/27 departure will have the day to relax and enjoy Cannes on their own. They may choose to take a ferry from Cannes to the nearby Santa Marguerite island where they can enjoy the natural beauty of the French Riviera. Travelers on the 7/11 and 8/8 departures make their way to Marseille stopping in quaint towns in the French Riviera along the way. Overnight in the French Riviera, dinner on own. Day 7: French Riviera After breakfast, we enjoy the French Riviera. Today we will visit quaint seaside villages and cities along the French Riviera may include Saint Raphael, Saint Tropez, Nice. Early evening return to the French Riviera for dinner on own. Overnight in the French Riviera. Day 8: High Speed Rail, Lyon After breakfast, we check out of our French Riviera hotel. After we check out from our hotel, we will have the early morning to explore the French Riviera and take in some last minute shopping. And then we will board the high speed train to enjoy the scenery of quaint French villages and breathtaking vistas from our first

class seats. After check in at our Lyon hotel, we make our way to the The Textile Museum which has 2000 years of history of textiles (the first collection in the world). After The Textile Museum we will make our way to Lyon Halles - Paul Bocuse covered market, a place of the taste buds, a mythical institution of good food, a must-see for tastes and flavors, the Lyon Halles - Paul Bocuse are emblematic of the gastronomic excellence of Lyon and France. Tonight, gourmet meal at our hotel’s michelin star restaurant. Overnight in Lyon. Day 9: Lyon After breakfast we discover Lyon’s Old Town on foot. Enter the world of Silk through the "Traboules" passageways. In the heart of the silkweavers’ district, watch the demonstration on looms used in days goneby. Travelers have the afternoon free to take the funicular up to Fourvière, relax in the spa, take a cooking class or get in some last minute shopping. Tonight we savor a fabulous wine with cheese and charcuterie selected by our sommelier and prepared by our renowned Chef. Afterwards, we enjoy fine french dining at a Michelin star restaurant. Overnight in Lyon. Day 10: End of the tour After breakfast, our tour commences. You may choose to extend your journey in Paris.

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ITALY - SCHEDULED GROUP TOURS

From admiring the stunning seaside villages and ancient Roman architecture to indulging in Mediterranean cuisine, you’ll slow your pace and slip into a more laid-back lifestyle on this immersive journey. Join us for a 2018 departure of the luxury, small group escorted tour: Roving the Riviera, featuring the French and Italian Rivieras

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Roving the Riviera LUXURY, SMALL GROUP ESCORTED

ITALY - GROUP TOURS

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This luxury, small group escorted tour begins with an opera performance at the Arena of Verona, one of Italy's best preserved Roman amphitheaters, built around 30 AD. Followed by the thrill of driving a Ferrari on a test track in the birthplace of the famed prancing horse and a balsamic vinegar tasting in a traditional acetaia. And on to the stunning Italian Riviera where you will have the chance to discover stunning seaside villages of Portofino and Camogli or to visit the tiny St. Fruttuoso monastery. Then experience the splendor of the French Riviera with glamorous beaches, villas wrapped in gardens, charming towns, shopping and fabulous cuisine. You’ll enjoy the views from Eze, the glamour of Monte Carlo and Cannes and the 26 centuries of Marseille tradition before concluding your journey in the gastronomic capital of Lyon. From admiring the stunning seaside villages and ancient Roman architecture to indulging in Mediterranean cuisine, you’ll slow your pace and slip into a more laid-back lifestyle on this immersive journey. Join us for a 2018 departure of the luxury, small group escorted tour: Roving the Riviera, featuring the French and Italian Rivieras

Accommodation (or similar): 2 Nt Verona - Palazzo Victoria, 5* 2 Nt Genoa - Grand Hotel Savoia, 5* 3 Nt French Riviera Five Seas Hotel, Cannes, 5* Hôtel Barrière Le Gray d'Albion, Cannes, 5* Hotel Dieu, Marseille, 5* 2 Nt Lyon - Cour des Loges, 5* Meals: (9) Breakfast, (5) Dinner Tour Inclusions (or similar): • One (1) Numbered Seat Ticket to Opera at the Roman Amphitheater, Verona Arena (available on 7/11 and 8/8 departures) • Dinner at local Osteria in Verona • Balsalmic Vinegar tasting in Modena • Ferrari museum and driving experience • Walking tour and tastings in Genoa • Round trip Italian Riviera ferry ticket • Perfume Factory & Museum tour in Eze • Entrance to Princes Palace and Private

Collection of Antique cars in Monaco • Guided tour of Cannes Festival Grounds (available on 6/27, 7/11, 8/8 departures) • First Class Rail ticket from French Riviera to Lyon • Wine Tasting with cheese and charcuterie in Lyon • Two (2) Michelin Star dinners in Lyon • Entrance to Textile Museum in Lyon • Walking Tour of Silk district and traboule in Lyon • Walking tour of Old Town of Lyon • Walking tour of Lyon Halles - Paul Bocuse covered market • Touring by motorcoach from Day 2 to Day 7 • Porterage of one (1) suitcase per passenger • Tour Director from Day 1 to Day 10 EXCLUSIONS • International and domestic flights • Entrances not included in itinerary • Transfers (Can be arranged via private transfer or train tickets from any major airport) • Travel Insurance (Recommended)


DEPARTURES (Land Tour Begins)

PAYMENT INFORMATION

6/13 $5999 pp sharing double Price: Land tour is $5999 per person sharing double room on 6/13 and 6/27 departures. Land Opera not included. Cannes Festival Grounds not tour is $6499 per person sharing double room on included. French Riviera: 3 Nts in Marseille 7/11 and 8/8 departures. 6/27 $5999 pp sharing double Opera not included. French Riveria: 3 Nts in Cannes Deposits: In order to reserve your spot on this once in a lifetime tour of the French and Italian 7/11 $6499 pp sharing double Rivieras initial deposit of $1250 is due by December 15, 2017 If booking air with Kamapeque Opera included. French Riviera: 1 Nt Cannes, 2 Nt Tours & Travel, air must be paid in full at time of Marseille deposit. 2nd payment of $2500 per person is due 8/8 $6499 pp sharing double by February 15, 2018. Final payment is due by April 15, 2018. Opera included. French Riviera: 1 Nt Cannes, 2 Nt Marseille

EXTENSIONS AVAILABLE

Pre-night Package 3 Nts Rome including accommodations at luxury property, first class rail to Verona, Tasting Menu at Michelin Star Restaurant, skip the line pass museum pass and subway pass.

PARIS Post-night Package 3 Nts Paris including accommodations at boutique property, first class rail from Lyon, gourmet meal at authentic Parisian restaurant, skip the line museum pass, transportation pass

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SMALL GROUP ESCORTED TOUR

Featuring Tuscany

Tasting Italy Tour 6 Days/5Nights DAY 1: ARRIVAL IN FLORENCE Arrival transfer from the Florence airport or railway station to Figline Valdarno. Check and get settled. Dinner tonight, to enjoy the culinary delights of the tradtional Tuscan Villa. DAY 2: FLORENCE After breakfast departure for Florence and start with a walking guided tour of the Cradle if Renaissance then we head to the Academy Gallery to view the breath-taking statue of David. In the afternoon free time for optional sightseeing or shopping to discover the beauties of the city. Stroll down cobblestone lanes, through majestic squares and across ancient bridges. Florence offers the largest number of historical buildings and works of art in Italy. Late in the afternoon back to the Villa and overnight DAY 3: MODENA After breakfast at the Villa we enjoy a Full Day Excursion to Modena where we will get the chance to visit a Parmesan Cheese producer with tasting, a Prosciutto producer with tasting and a Balsamic Vinegar producer with tasting. We will enjoy a visit to the Ferrari museum in nearby Maranello and top it off with a 6-course gourmet lunch including wine.

Overnight at the Villa. DAY 4: SIENA AND SAN GIMIGNANO This morning depart for Siena to enjoy a half-day guided tour of this unique city with its well preserved medieval style. We will be immersed in the red of the Piazza del Campo - with alchemy geometry of the Piazza, suggestively neo-Gothic and cathartic commanded by the Duomo and surrounded by narrow streets and alleys. We continue to San Gimignano, with its towered silhouette rising from the hills of the Upper Elsa Valley, facing the land of Volterra. Visit and wine tasting at a local farm! Late return to the Villa, free time for dinner and overnight. DAY 5: FREE DAY AND COOKING CLASS The morning is free to discover the lovely village of Figline Valdarno or you can decide to visit the health centre of the Villa, rent bikes, go horseback riding,visit the cellar and the museum of the Villa. In the afternoon we partake in a cooking class with Mamma Paola, to prepare typical Tuscan dishes, and other Italian specialties, sweets and Tuscan cakes; followed by dinner with drinks. Overnight at the Villa. DAY 6: DEPARTURE FROM FLORENCE After breakfast, a return transfer to Florence Airport.


Tasting Italy Tour combines traditional foods and drinks of proscuitto, parmesan cheese, balsamic vinegar and wine set to the backdrop of the Tuscan countryside! Stay in an authentic Tuscan villa, learn to cook Tuscan style with Mamma Paola, discover Florence on a walking tour, see the famed David statue in the Accademia, learn about the famed Ferrari prancing horse in Maranello, sample and tour food producers and enjoy a wine tasting in San Gimignano. Discover the traditional cuisine of Tuscany with this once in a lifetime small group tour: Tasting Italy Tour 2018!

Transfers: arrival transfer Florence airport / villa in Tuscany departure transfer to Florence Airport from the Villa Meals: (5) Breakfast, (1) Dinner, (1) Cooking Lesson with Meal, (1) Gourmet Lunch Full Day Excursions: Florence (with roundtrip transfer, half day step on guide in Florence; Accademia visit); Siena and San Gimignano (with full day bus, half day step on guide in Siena, wine tasting in San Gimignano); Modena with proscuitto, parmesan cheese and balsamic vinegar tasting Reserved Tickets: Accademia Gallery in Florence, Ferrari Museum in Maranello

DEPARTURES (Land Tour Begins) 6/05, 7/26, 8/02 PAYMENT INFORMATION Price: Land tour is $1999 per person sharing double room. Deposits: In order to reserve your spot on this once in a lifetime tour of Tuscany, initial deposit of $500 is due by December 15, 2017. If booking air with Kamapeque Tours & Travel, air must be paid in full at time of deposit. 2nd payment of $1000 is due by February 15, 2018. Final payment is due by April 15, 2018. All payments and deposits are non-refundable.

EXTENSIONS AVAILABLE Pre-night Package 3 Nts Rome including accommodations at luxury property, first class rail to Florence, Tasting Menu at Michelin Star Restaurant, skip the line pass museum pass and subway pass. Post-night Package 3 Nts Verona including accommodations at luxury property, first class rail pass with reservation from Florence, gourmet meal at authentic Italian Osteria, opera performance at the Arena of Verona, one of Italy's best preserved Roman amphitheaters, (where available) Don’t see something you like? We would be happy to customize something for you and your group. Give us a call 518-308-9281 or visit us online www.Kamapeque.com

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TOUR INCLUSIONS Accommodation: (5) nights in a double standard room at a traditional Tuscan villa in the Tuscany region

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Abruzzo Discover all Abruzzo has to offer and to experience the real Italy, we organize short activity-based tours for small groups. The activities ISI offer are painting, pottery,cooking and Italian language but this may expand in the near future with other products suchas photography or biking. In addition to our fixed itinerary holidays, we also offer clients the option of creating their own custom itineraries.


Abruzzo Cooking Holiday 8 Days/6 Nights Our small group All-Inclusive Italian Cooking, Wine & Cultural Vacations offer the magical experience of Italian culture like no other vacation. They are personal and intimate, with group sizes that never exceed 18 people so we all become close friends. We live among the locals, shop with the villagers, explore like the Italians, and experience a truly real Italian experience that other tourists completely miss out on. Our vacations are about living the Italian life... while others come to Italy to see the sights, our guests live the lifestyle of those sights. Each italian cooking vacation is a once in a lifetime experience with a wonderful balance of cooking classes, culinary and wine. Your Tour Includes

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EXTENSIONS AVAILABLE ROME 3 Nts Rome including accommodations at luxury property, first class rail to Abruzzo, Tasting Menu at Michelin Star Restaurant, skip the line pass museum pass and subway pass.

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Experience authentic Italy, away from the touristy crowds! • Mangia! Mangia! • Seasonal experiences like truffle hunting

6 nights in handpicked hotels All meals 3-4 Cooking Classes Daily trips & excursions English Speaking Tour Guide

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Independent Rail Imagine sipping fine Italian wine as the Tuscan countryside passes by your window or zigzagging across the Swiss alpine mountains as you make your way to a small village in the mountains known for its cheeses


Italian Railways

Italy Train Tour

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9 Days/8 Nights

Italian Riveria

Day 1, Rome: Arrive at the Rome airport and make your way into city center to check into your fabulous hotel overlooking the Colosseum. You may choose to spend your afternoon exploring the historic ruins of the Colosseum and the Roman Forum. Overnight in Rome. Day 2, Rome: This morning after breakfast, enjoy the day in exploring this historic city. A few options include the Vatican and Sistine Chapel, the Spanish Steps and the Trevi Fountain. Day 3, Florence: This morning after breakfast, make your way to Florence to check into your luxury villa hotel. Today, explore the art and architecture that Florence is famous for. Overnight in Florence. Day 4, Florence: After breakfast at the hotel, you may choose to take a daytrip to Pisa, Siena or into the Tuscan countryside for wine tasting. Overnight in Florence.

journey to the Italian Riveria. Check into your 5* hotel. This afternoon explore the city, enjoy a sparkling glass of prosecco. Tonight, you may opt to eat at one of the seaside eateries. Day 6, Genoa: Today after breakfast, explore the nearby seaside towns by ferry, train or on foot. Beautiful, scenic vistas abound in the Italian Riveria. Day 7, Milan: Today after breakfast, take the short journey to Milan for the final nights of your Italian journey. Check into your luxury hotel and enjoy the cosmopolitan city. Overnight in Milan Day 8, Milan: After breakfast, be sure to take in some last minute shopping in Italy’s fashion capital. Enjoy your last night in Italy. Overnight in Milan. Day 9, DEPARTURE: After breakfast at your hotel, early afternoon departure from Milan airport.

Day 5, Genoa: After breakfast this morning, take the short

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Discover the layered history of Rome, immerse yourself in Italian culture in Florence, stroll the promenades of the Italian Riveria and shop till you drop in Italy’s fashion capital of Milan on this 8 night train tour of Italy. The Italian Railways with the Italian Riveria train tour is perfect for the first time visitor and the seasoned traveler alike. We pair first class rail tickets with boutique hotels and five star luxury accommodations for a one in a lifetime experience.

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IDEPENDENT RAIL TOURS

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Embark on an adventure through Austria with this 9 night independent train tour! Stay in hand picked amazing accommodations including a castle hotel and a five star property in Vienna. Visit Melk Abbey, the wine producing Wachau region, Innsbruck, Salzburg and Vienna!

Day 1, Durnstein: Arrive at the Vienna airport and make your way to nearby Durnstein. Durnstein is a small town nestled on the banks of the Danube river in the Wachau region, a well-known wine growing area. Here you will stay in a romantic castle hotel in medieval walls 3 generations of the Thiery family have pampered guests since 1884. Medieval walls, regional artworks and a wonderful location give this house a unique character. In the refectory with its open fire, the romantic terrace restaurant overlooking the Danube, or the idyllic garden with swimming pool - a sense of peace greets you everywhere. Here you can wander the quaint Austrian town, the river path along the Danube or relax in the castle hotel's spa. Enjoy dinner on the terrace restaurant. Overnight in castle hotel in Durnstein. Day 2, Durnstein: This morning after breakfast, make your way to nearby Melk Abbey. Melk Abbey is a Benedictine abbey on a rocky outcrop overlooking the Danube river.The abbey contains the tomb of Saint Coloman of Stockerau and the remains of several members of the House of Babenberg, Austria's first ruling dynasty. Overnight in Durnstein. Day 3, Innsbruck: This morning after breakfast, make your way to Innsbruck. Innsbruck is a city in the Alps that's long been a destination for winter sports. Innsbruck is also known for its Imperial and modern architecture. The Nordkette funicular, with futuristic stations designed by

architect Zaha Hadid, climbs up to 2,256m from the city center Overnight in Innsbruck. Day 4, Innsbruck: After breakfast at the hotel, enjoy the city of Innsbruck. Take in some shopping or a hike. Overnight in Innsbruck. Day 5, Salzburg: After breakfast this morning, make your way to nearby Salzburg. Enjoy the Alpine views and the musical history of this quaint Austrian city. Day 6, Salzburg: Today after breakfast, enjoy the beautiful city and its surroundings. Overnight in Salzburg. Day 7-9, Vienna: Today, make your way to Vienna. Vienna, Austria’s capital, lies in the country’s east on the Danube River. Its artistic and intellectual legacy was shaped by residents including Mozart, Beethoven and Sigmund Freud. The city is also known for its Imperial palaces, including Schönbrunn, the Habsburgs’ summer residence. In the MuseumsQuartier district, historic and contemporary buildings display works by Egon Schiele, Gustav Klimt and other artists. Vienna is your base for the next three nights. Day 10, DEPARTURE: After breakfast at your hotel, early afternoon departure from Vienna airport.

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French Train Tour 10 Days/9 Nights

Embark on an adventure through France with this 9 night independent train tour! Stay in hand picked amazing accommodations including a boutique hotel in Paris and five star properties in Lyon and the French Riviera. Visit Monet’s Garden, Paris, Lyon, Cotes du Rhone and the French Riviera.

Day 2, Paris: This morning after breakfast, enjoy Paris with your museum pass. You may choose to travel to Versaille or take in the famous Louvre. Go shopping, enjoy a morning market, climb the famous Eiffel or take in some of the lesser known attractions. Overnight in Paris. Day 3, Paris, Giverny: This morning after breakfast, you will join a group tour to take a daytrip to nearby Giverny. Here you will get the chance to enjoy Monets garden. Overnight in Paris. Day 4, Lyon: After breakfast at the hotel, take the train to Lyon, the capital of gastronomy. Check in to your five star boutique hotel. This will be your base for the next three nights. Explore the city on foot, take in a walking tour of the traboules or the silk district. Overnight in Lyon.

Day 5, Lyon: After breakfast this morning, enjoy the city of Lyon. You may choose to check out the gourmet marketplace Les Halles. Or you may choose to explore French cuisine in one of the may michelin starred restaurant. Overnight in Lyon. Day 6, Lyon, Cotes du Rhone: Today after breakfast, enjoy a full day wine and chocolate tour of the Cote du Rhone. Overnight in Lyon. Day 7-9 French Riviera: Today, make your way to the French Riviera. You may choose to make your base for three nights in Marseille, Cannes or Nice. Or you may choose to do a night in each! Here you will explore the French Riviera. You may choose to visit fabulous Monte Carlo, Saint Tropez or even the quaint town of Eze perched high over the coastline. Day 10, DEPARTURE: After breakfast at your hotel, early afternoon departure from Nice airport. Alternatively, take the high-speed train back to Paris to fly out.

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Day 1, Paris: Arrive at the Paris airport and make your way to your Paris boutique hotel. This will be your base for the next three nights to explore Paris and the surrounding areas. Here you will have a skip the line museum pass and a transportation pass so that you can explore Paris on your own.

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Savor Italy

Italy Train Tour 9 Days/8 Nights

Savor the Italian moment with this immersive, luxury train tour of Italy. Spend 4 nights in Florence and exploring the Tuscan countryside followed by 4 nights in Rome. This Italy train tour pairs luxury accommodations with a first class Italian train pass so travelers can enjoy the freedom of exploring the heart of Italy independently.

Day 1, Florence: Arrive at the Florence airport and make your way into city center to your luxury villa hotel. Today you may choose to relax and enjoy your first moments in Italy. Day 2, Florence: This morning after breakfast, enjoy the day in exploring this cultural city. A few options include the Accademia, the Uffizzi Gallery and the Boboli Gardens. Day 3, Florence: This morning after breakfast, you may choose to take a day trip to the Siena or the Leaning Tower of Pisa. Day 4, Florence: After breakfast at the hotel, you may choose to explore the Tuscan countryside and enjoy a wine tasting.

short journey to Rome. Check into your fabulous hotel overlooking the Colosseum. Relax this afternoon. Day 6, Rome: Today after breakfast, explore this historic city. A few options include the Colosseum, the Vatican and the Sistine Chapel. Day 7, Rome: Today after breakfast, you may choose to take a daytrip to nearby Pompeii to explore the ruins of this fateful ancient city. Day 8, Rome: After breakfast, enjoy your last day in Italy. Take in a museum, do some last minute shopping and savor the Italian moment. Day 9, DEPARTURE: After breakfast at your hotel, early afternoon departure from Rome airport.

Day 5, Rome: After breakfast this morning, take the

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Swiss Train Tour 10 Days/9 Nights

Embark on an adventure through Switzerland with this 9 night independent train tour of Switzerland! From palm trees to glaciers, you will tour through the most panoramic Swiss routes, discovering beautiful chalets, historic villages and famous cheeses.

Day 2, Lugano: This morning after breakfast, enjoy the day in Lugano or explore the nearby villages. Overnight in Lugano. Day 3, Lucerne: This morning after breakfast, take the short train journey to Lucerne, situated on Lake Lucerne with an impressive mountainous panorama, fabulous attractions and plenty of souvenir and watch shops. Day 4, Montreux: After breakfast at the hotel, take the short train journey to Montreux. The town of Montreux nestled in a sheltered Lake Geneva bay, surrounded by vineyards and against the breathtaking backdrop of snowcovered Alps. Enjoy a relaxing day beside the lake or try your luck at the casino. Day 5, Montreux: After breakfast this morning, you may choose to visit nearby Geneva, Lausanne or any of the quaint villages. Overnight in Montreux.

ride to Gruyeres. As the birthplace of cheese fondue, Gruyeres promises to be one of the culinary highlights of your trip. Numerous restaurants invite you to linger on old cobblestones and offer other culinary surprises. The wide countryside around the car-free little town with the 8th century old castle is a dream for hikers, bikers and discoverers. Day 7, Gruyeres: Today, take a moment to enjoy the scenic beauty of the region, take in one of the town’s museums and enjoy another dip in the cheese fondue. Day 8, Zurich: After breakfast, make your way to Zurich. With a magnificent view of the snowcapped Alps on the horizon, Zurich offers a unique mixture of attractions – over 50 museums and more than 100 art galleries, international fashion labels and Zurich designs, and the most flamboyant and lively nightlife in Switzerland. Day 9, Zurich: Today, take in a museum, do some last minute shopping or take a day trip to a nearby city. Overnight in Zurich. Day 10, DEPARTURE: After breakfast at your hotel, early afternoon departure from Zurich airport.

Day 6, Gruyeres: Today after breakfast, take the short train

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Day 1, Lugano: Arrive at the Zurich airport and take the short train journey to Lugano in Switzerland’s lake district. Enjoy a pleasant evening, exploring Lugano. Overnight in Lugano.

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EUROPEAN CITY STAYS

Whether you are looking for a pre-tour adventure or a few post-nights to relax, our European City Stays are the perfect thing! We offer small prepackaged trips in major cities throughout Europe. Each destination is unique and the package for that destination is equally unique. We pair amazing handpicked boutique and luxury accommodations with food, attractions, day tours or local transportation. Book a small package by itself for a weekend getaway, add pre and post nights to an escorted tour or combine a couple of European city stays with a rail pass for an independent rail journey!

ITALY CITY STAYS

FRANCE CITY STAYS

Rome City Stay 3 Nts Rome including accommodations at luxury property, Tasting Menu at Michelin Star Restaurant, skip the line pass museum pass and subway pass.

Lyon City Stay 3 Nts Lyon including accommodations at luxury property, Tasting Menu at Michelin Star Restaurant, wine and chocolate day tour of the Cote du Rhone

Genoa City Stay 3 Nts Genoa including accommodations at luxury property, first class rail pass to explore the Italian Riviera independently, gourmet meal at trattoria, entrance to Genoa aquarium

French Riviera City Stay 3 Nts Nice, Cannes or Marseille (or one of each!), 3 day first class rail pass to explore the French Riviera independently and ferry from Cannes to Santa Margherite island (when available)

Verona City Stay 3 Nts Verona including accommodations at luxury property, first class rail pass, gourmet meal at authentic Italian Osteria, opera performance at the Arena of Verona, one of Italy's best preserved Roman amphitheaters, built around 30 AD (where available)

Paris City Stay 3 Nts Paris including accommodations at boutique property, gourmet meal at authentic Parisian restaurant, skip the line museum pass, transportation pass

Florence City Stay 3 Nts Florence including accommodations at luxury property, entrance to the Accademia museum

Don’t see something you like? We would be happy to customize something for you and your group. Give us a call 518-308-9281 or visit us online www.Kamapeque.com


Whether you are looking for a pre-tour adventure or a few post-nights to relax, our European City Stays are the perfect thing! We offer small prepackaged trips in major cities throughout Europe. Each destination is unique and the package for that destination is equally unique. We pair amazing handpicked boutique and luxury accommodations with food, attractions, day tours or local transportation. Book a small package by itself for a weekend getaway, add pre and post nights to an escorted tour or combine a couple of European city stays with a rail pass for an independent rail journey!

Prague City Stay 3 Nts Prague including accommodations at luxury property, day trip to Karlovy Vary, Prague Card includes free local transport and free admission to Prague’s top attractions Zurich City Stay 3 Nts Zurich including accommodations at luxury property, Swiss Alps day trip, Zurich museum pass which includes local transport and free entrance to many top attractions Budapest City Stay 3 Nts Budapest including accommodations at luxury property, Hungary wine and cheese tour day trip, full day entrance to Szechenyi Thermal Bath (massage extra),

Geneva City Stay 3 Nts Geneva including accommodations at luxury property, Day Trip to Gruyères Medieval Village and Chocolate Factory, Geneva Pass includes free local transport and admission to over 30 attractions Salzburg City Stay 3 Nts Salzburg including accommodations at boutique property, private Sound of Music tour, Salzburg Card including free local transport and admission to Salzburg’s top attractions Innsbruck Stay 3 Nts Innsbruck including accommodations at boutique property, Innsbruck Card including free entrance to top attractions, cable car and local transport, entrance to the Tyrolean Folk Show in Innsbruck More City Stays are available. If you do not see the city you are looking for, please reach out to us.

Don’t see something you like? We would be happy to customize something for you and your group. Give us a call 518-308-9281 or visit us online www.Kamapeque.com

EUROPEAN CITY STAYS

Vienna City Stay 3 Nts Vienna including accommodations at luxury property, Vienna travel pass for unlimited travel during your stay on local transportation, Vienna museum pass

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GERMANY - GROUP TOURS

Germany

Experience rich culture, impressive architecture and culinary delights against a backdrop of soaring alpine peaks. Germany is a country rich in natural beauty. Between the North Sea and Baltic coasts in the north and the peaks of the Alps in the south lie extremely diverse landscapes, with everything from wide expanses of river and lakeland scenery. Germany is home to great writers and famous composers. Names like Goethe and GĂźnther Grass or Bach and Beethoven are part of a long, distinguished cultural tradition.


Romantic Germany 9 Days/7 Nights Southern Germany offers magical landscapes with lush rolling hills, medieval towns and picturesque castles. Travel back in time with a visit to Rothenburg ob der Tauber and tour beautiful castles such as Neuschwanstein and Linderhof. Impressive mountains and magnificent lakes make this an unforgettable romantic travel experience. Your Tour Includes

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Lakeside villages & serene alpine peaks Towering Castles Tastings of Black Forest Cake, Cheese, beer and “snow balls”

The Enchanting North 8 Days/6 Nights Northern Germany beckons travelers to explore its vibrant multicultural cities and beautiful scenery of rivers and parks. Enjoy this leisurely, comfortable tour of Germany’s most fascinating cities and its many historic monuments and attractions. Your Tour Includes

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• Communist history & modern artistry in Berlin • Cruise on the Rhine! • Wheat beer & white sausage

6 nights in handpicked hotels Breakfast daily Tour Director Private deluxe motor coach Select entrance fees

Don’t see something you like? We would be happy to customize something for you and your group. Give us a call 518-308-9281 or visit us online www.Kamapeque.com

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7 nights in handpicked hotels Breakfast daily Traditional Bavarian dinner in Munich Admission to Heidelberg, Neuschwanstein and Linderhof Castles Visit to a cuckoo clock visitor center Tastings of Black Forest Cake, Cheese, beer and “snow balls” Tour Director Private deluxe motor coach

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SWITZERLAND - GROUP TOURS

Switzerland

With its four official languages, majestic snow-capped mountains, scenic railways, small villages, picturesque alpine lakes, delicious cuisine, and historical monuments, Switzerland is a magical country sure to delight. Feel inspired by the breathtaking scenery—impressive peaks, thundering waterfalls, mountain lakes, tiny villages, and glacial ice fields—as you ride the world-famous Glacier Express train connecting St. Moritz and Zermatt. Board a mountain train to car-free Zermatt at the foot of the famous Matterhorn, and enjoy the must-see sights in Switzerland's cities, including Lucerne's Chapel Bridge and Lion Monument. But that's not all. You'll also experience activities unique to Kamapeque escorted tours. Sail across sparkling Lake Lugano, visit a traditional chocolate confectionary, and ride Europe's highest cog railway to 10,272-foot Gornergrat, where you'll experience spectacular views of the Alps. .


Magical Switzerland 8 Days/6 Nights Beautifully located in the magnificent Alps, Switzerland boasts lovely towns that still preserve a rich tradition. This tour will introduce you to the highlights of the country's diverse regions. Join us and discover Switzerland's breathtaking scenery, living heritage and modern cities. Your Tour Includes

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Lakeside villages & serene alpine peaks Spectacular mountain scenery at every turn Lucerne’s charming Kapellplatz Dip to fondue!

Swiss Mountains with the Glacier Express 9 Days/7 Nights This tour showcases the top attractions of this beautiful country and its cultural diversity. The highlight of this tour is a ride on the Glacier Express, that connects the famous mountain resorts of Zermatt and St. Moritz. A spectacular 7-hour train ride that crosses 291 trestles, 91 tunnels and the 2,033 meter high Oberalp Pass. Your Tour Includes

Why You'll Love It

• 7 nights in handpicked hotels • Breakfast daily, Two dinners in Zermatt and one dinner in St. Moritz • Tour Director • Private deluxe motor coach • Select entrance fees

• The thrilling ride on the Glacier Express • Fun in the snow, year-round • Two words: wine & chocolate

Don’t see something you like? We would be happy to customize something for you and your group. Give us a call 518-308-9281 or visit us online www.Kamapeque.com

SWITZERLAND - GROUP TOURS

6 nights in handpicked hotels Breakfast daily, One dinner in Zermatt Private deluxe motor coach English speaking tour guide City tour of Zurich Cruise on Lake Zurich (no guide) Sightseeing in Luzern, Geneva, Montreaux, Tasch, and Zermatt • Cable car ticket to Mount Titlis • Train ride between Tasch and Zermatt

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FRANCE - GROUP TOURS

France

Discover France – with expansive rural regions and fashionable beach resorts to the culture soaked cities. This stunning country has much to offer.


Paris, the City Stay Experience 7 Days/5 Nights Whether for romance, history, indulgence or artistic inspiration, Paris is the destination for experiences you’ll never forget. Explore soaring landmarks like the Eiffel Tower and underground hideaways like the Catacombs. Browse some of the world’s richest collections of art and recall la Belle Époque. Sip Sauvignon blanc and feast on coq au vin. Seat yourself at a sidewalk cafe and watch the Parisians do their thing. This is the time to discover your Paris. Your Tour Includes

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Round-trip airfare & transfers 5 nights in handpicked hotels Breakfast daily, 1 three-course dinner with beer or wine Guided sightseeing Multilingual Tour Director Private deluxe motor coach Select entrance fees

Flaky croissants & café au lait The masterpieces in the Musée d’Orsay Art Nouveau architecture The Left Bank’s bookstores & boutiques Notre Dame’s posing gargoyles Markets & galleries of le Marais

10 Days/8 Nights France is the most popular tourist destination in the world, and for good reason, too. Few countries offer such an enticing combination of history, scenery and mouthwatering food and drink. Visit the most iconic landmarks, including the Eiffel Tower and Mont St-Michel. Sample the Sauvignon blanc and feast on coq au vin. From the bright lights of Paris to the luxurious chateaux of the Loire Valley, this is the France you’ve read about—now yours to discover. Your Tour Includes

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• 8 nights in handpicked hotels • Breakfast daily, 4 three-course dinners with beer or wine • Guided sightseeing • Multilingual Tour Director • Private deluxe motor coach • Select entrance fees

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Paris—the romance, the splendor, the ooh la la Normandy's vibrant, artsy port cities The Rouen Cathedral that inspired Monet The lonely loveliness of Mont St-Michel Exquisite art & gorgeous gardens at Chenonceau La cuisine—wine, cheese & apple brandy

Don’t see something you like? We would be happy to customize something for you and your group. Give us a call 518-308-9281 or visit us online www.Kamapeque.com

FRANCE - GROUP TOURS

Paris, Normandy & the Loire Valley

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GREAT BRITAIN AND WALES - GROUP TOURS

Great Britain

From the grandeur and bustle of London to the countryside that inspired Shakespeare to some of the quaintest towns in Europe!


London Adventure, the City Stay Experience 7 Days/5 Nights London was once considered the capital of the world—and it shows. Britain’s most dynamic city has a history that stretches back 2,000 years, and a culture as rooted in the local pub as it is in world-class museums. Get acquainted with this city at your own pace, whether strolling through Kensington Gardens, climbing the Tower of London or experiencing Big Ben up close and personal. Your Tour Includes

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Round-trip airfare & transfers 5 nights in handpicked hotels Breakfast daily Guided sightseeing Multilingual Tour Director Private deluxe motor coach Select entrance fees

Boundless green spaces to explore You might leave with a Cockney accent The high culture at the British Museum Charming pubs & eclectic eateries Iconic Big Ben & Buckingham Palace

North Wales, Yorkshire and the Heart of England 8 Days/6 Nights Explore Shakespeare country, the World Heritage Site of Ironbridge, the mountains and Crusader castles of northern Wales, the refined elegance of Chatsworth House, the scenic beauty of the Peak District and Yorkshire Dales with time to discover the historic cities of York and Cambridge. Your Tour Includes

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• Shakespeare Country, need we say more? • 2 nights in London to explore on your own! • The majestic mountains of Snowdonia, without the climb • Conwy Castle • Fish and chips at charming pubs

Round-trip airfare & transfers 6 nights in handpicked hotels Breakfast daily Guided sightseeing Multilingual Tour Director Private deluxe motor coach Select entrance fees

Don’t see something you like? We would be happy to customize something for you and your group. Give us a call 518-308-9281 or visit us online www.Kamapeque.com


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