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First Class Tour - Europe & Britain
Scenic Europe
12 days tour from US$2735
Brochure Type: First Class 2009
Tour code : FCESEN
• Itinerary   |   • Dates & Rates   |   • What's Included    |   • Booking Conditions
 
Itinerary

Day 1    London - Brussels

A warm welcome from our Tour Director as we drive to Dover for our short sea crossing to Calais in France. Over the border we drive through the Belgian countryside to medieval Bruges where we can walk along the cobbled streets beside the peaceful canals. Then on to Brussels where orientation includes the Atomium, the Royal Palaces and a walk to see the Manneken Pis. Later we enjoy a Welcome Drink with our Tour Director and travelling companions.

Hotel: NH Grand Place Arenberg
Day 2    Brussels - Rhine Cruise - Heidelberg - Rhineland (Karlsruhe)
A warm welcome from our Tour Director as we drive to Dover for our short sea crossing to Calais in France. Over the border we drive through the Belgian countryside to medieval Bruges where we can walk along the cobbled streets beside the peaceful canals. Then on to Brussels where orientation includes the Atomium, the Royal Palaces and a walk to see the Manneken Pis. Later we enjoy a Welcome Drink with our Tour Director and travelling companions.      Hotel: Renaissance
Day 3   Rhineland (Karlsruhe) - Black Forest - Rhine Falls - Lucerne

This morning after breakfast, we drive through the Black Forest to admire the mighty Rhine Falls at Schaffhausen. Then we continue into Switzerland, and soon arrive at lakeside Lucerne. After dinner in our hotel, why not sample the fun of an optional Swiss folklore evening (Buffet breakfast / Dinner)       Hotel: Schiller
Day 4   Lucerne - Venice (Mastre)
Our orientation tour shows us the Lion Monument and the old town walls and our Tour Director shows us a Hidden Treasure as well! Later, enjoy awesome scenery as we head into Italy and via Milan to magical Venice. (Buffet breakfast / Dinner)       Hotel: Antony
Day 5    Venice (Mastre) - Rome (2 nights)
This morning relax and take in the sights of this city on an included canal cruise by private motor launch to St. Mark's Square, where we view the Bridge of Sighs and the Doge’s Palace before witnessing a demonstration of the ancient art of glass-blowing. Later, we cross the fertile Po Valley to Bologna and join the Autostrada del Sole across the Apennine Mountains to Rome, the Eternal City, for our two-night stay. (Buffet breakfast)    Hotel: Aran Mantegna
Day 6    Rome sightseeing & at leisure
After breakfast our day begins with a guided tour which includes our excellent audio system and local guide. We visit St. Peter's Basilica in the Vatican, which includes the moving Pieta of Michelangelo and St. Peter's Square. Then we cross the Tiber to overlook the Forum and the mighty Colosseum and to see the Circus Maximus, scene of ‘Ben Hur’ style chariot races. Later, enjoy time at leisure to do as you please, you may wish to shop, relax with a cappuccino at a pavement café or visit the Sistine Chapel and the catacombs. (Buffet breakfast)
Day 7   Rome - Florence
This morning we travel through the hill towns of Umbria and the Chianti wine-producing region of Tuscany to Florence, cradle of the Renaissance. On our arrival a walking tour, with a special audio system and a local guide, will include the cathedral, baptistery, Signoria Square and a visit to the Santa Croce Basilica. The area around this basilica is now the centre of the Italian luxury goods trade. You'll have time to shop here before dinner at the hotel this evening. (Buffet breakfast / Dinner)     Hotel: Holiday Inn
Day 8    Florence - Pisa - Nice (2 nights)
Our first stop this morning is at Pisa to see its intriguing Leaning Tower. From here we continue past the marble quarries of Carrara and along the Motorway of Flowers, via Genoa, birthplace of Christopher Columbus, to the French border. Soon after we visit the Principality of Monaco where we see the Monte Carlo casinos. Then onto Nice, capital of the spectacular French Riviera, and we enjoy a Highlight Dinner in a local restaurant this evening. (Buffet breakfast / Highlight Dinner) 
Hotel: Ellington
Day 9    Nice - Monaco Excursion
This morning after breakfast enjoy a full day at leisure to savour the relaxed ambience of the Côte d'Azur. Why not lounge on the beach, enjoy a stroll along the elegant Promenade des Anglais, shop in the boutiques or visit medieval St. Paul de Vence (Buffet breakfast)
Day 10    Nice - Lyon - TGV Train - Paris (2 nights)
After breakast today a scenic drive takes us through Provence to Lyon, where we board our rapid and supremely comfortable TGV train. The journey will take us through Burgundy's fertile vineyards to the fascinating city of Paris, where we spend the next two nights. This evening the chance to enjoy one of the world famous Parisian cabaret shows! (Buffet breakfast)       Hotel: Pullman Paris Rive Gauche
Day 11    Paris sightseeing & at leisure
First with a local guide we drive from the Place de la Concorde along the Champs Élysées to the Arc de Triomphe and then ascend to the second level of the Eiffel Tower by elevator for amazing views over the city. Next we enjoy views of Notre Dame Cathedral and the Pont Alexandre III. Our Tour Director reveals another Hidden Treasure to us today. Afterwards, there's time on your own to perhaps shop for next year's fashions, or relax and watch the world go by in one of the chic pavement cafés. On your last night, enjoy a Farewell Dinner with your Tour Director and new-found friends. (Buffet breakfast / Farewell Dinner)
Day 12    Paris - London
After breakfast it’s ‘au revoir’ Paris. We cross the Somme battlefields and travel by the Canadian War Memorial at Vimy Ridge. On to the Opal Coast with its remnants of German World War II bunkers. In Calais we board our ferry to Dover where our coach drives us back to London. (BB)
 
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Dates & Rates

Land Prices - 2009
Starts London Ends  London

Land Only

Starts London Ends London

Land Only
Sun  05 Apr 09 Thu  16 Apr 09 US$2925 Sun  19 Jul 09 * Thu  30 Jul 09 US$2850
Sun  12 Apr 09 Thu  23 Apr 09 US$2925 Sun  26 Jul 09 * Thu  06 Aug 09 US$2850
Sun  19 Apr 09* Thu  30 Apr 09 US$2950 Sun  02 Aug 09 Thu  13 Aug 09 US$2850
Sun  26 Apr 09 Thu  07 May 09 US$2950 Sun  09 Aug 09 * Thu  20 Aug 09 US$2850
Sun  03 May 09 * Thu  14 May 09 US$2950 Sun  16 Aug 09 Thu  27 Aug 09 US$2850
Sun  10 May 09 * Thu  21 May 09 US$2950 Sun  23 Aug 09 * Thu  03 Sep 09 US$2950
Sun  17 May 09 * Thu  28 May 09 US$3035 Sun  30 Aug 09 Thu  10 Sep 09 US$2950
Sun  24 May 09 * Thu  04 Jun 09 US$2950 Sun  06 Sep 09 * Thu  17 Sep 09 US$2950
Sun  31 May 09 * Thu  11 Jun 09 US$2950 Sun  13 Sep 09 * Thu  24 Sep 09 US$2950
Sun  07 Jun 09 * Thu  18 Jun 09 US$2950 Sun  20 Sep 09 * Thu  01 Oct 09 US$2950
Sun  14 Jun 09 * Thu  25 Jun 09 US$2950 Sun  27 Sep 09 Thu  08 Oct 09 US$2950
Sun  21 Jun 09 * Thu  02 Jul 09 US$2925 Sun  04 Oct 09 * Thu  15 Oct 09 US$2950
Sun  28 Jun 09 * Thu  09 Jul 09 US$2850 Sun  11 Oct 09 Thu  22 Oct 09

US$2950
Sun  05 Jul 09 * Thu  16 Jul 09 US$2850

Sat  26 Dec  09

Wed  06 Jan 10

 US$2735
Sun  12 Jul 09 * Thu  23 Jul 09 US$2850      
Single room supplement : US$825 Triple room reduction : US$130

Early Payment Discount

12 months : US$285

10 months US$215

Early Payment Discount

6 months : US$140
2nd Tour Discount SAVE up to US$148 p.p. Young Traveller Discount US$285
Important note:
For Trafalgar's other great savings, extra night accommodation and air details, please refer to Great Saving pages. 

Your London hotel: Park Plaza County Hall

Sharing twin US$148 Single room US$278 (prices are per person per night)

This tour departs from our London Reception Centre or the above hotel providing you have reserved extra night accommodation before your tour. Full details see Staying Extra Night pages.

Preferred departure :*

At Trafalgar, we are aware you need to plan your travel arrangements early to take advantage of our early payment discounts, utilise frequent flyer miles or benefit from airline early booking offers. To assist you when booking ahead, we have designated a number of tours as preferred departures based on their reliable booking history. look for the preferred departure symbol (*) with our dates and prices on the itineraries of your choice. In 2008, the equivalent departure of these listed tours sold our early, and Trafalgar will operate them again in 2009 over any other departure. If the date of a preferred departure tour does not fit with your travel plans, don't worry; our capacity is adjusted each year to ensure that the vast majority of all departures operate as scheduled. Furthermore, we will not reschedule any tour within 50 days of its scheduled departure date between 1 May and 30 Sep.



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What's Included

  • Sightseeing Highlights

    • Dover: See the White Cliffs.

    • Brussels: See the cobbled streets and canals.

    • Brussels Orientation: includes the Grand Place, Royal Palaces, Atomium and Manneken Pis.

    • Cologne: See the gothic Cathedral.

    • Rhine Valley: Cruise past the Lorelei Rock (weather permitting)

    • Heidelberg: View the castle.

    • Schaffhausen: View the falls.

    • Lucerne Orientation:  including the old town and the Lion Monument .

    • Venice Canal: cruise by private motor launch. See St. Mark's Square, Doge’s Palace and the Bridge of Sighs. Visit a traditional glass-blowing factory.

    • Rome: ightseeing tour includes views of the Forum, Colosseum and Circus Maximus plus visits St. Peter’s Basilica.

    • Florence: Sightseeing includes Signoria Square, the Duomo plus visit to Santa Croce Basilica.

    • Pisa: View the Leaning Tower.

    • Nice: See the Bay of Angels.

    • Monaco: See the Monte Carlo Casino and Grand Prix circuit.

    • Paris: Sightseeing includes views of Arc de Triomphe and Notre Dame plus ascent of the Eiffel Tower.

    • Vimy Ridge: See the Canadian Memorial.

    • Bruges See the cobbled streets and canals.

  • Dining Highlights - 17 included meals in total (see day-by-day itinerary)
    • 11 hot buffet breakfasts.
    • 4 three-course dinners.
    • Local highlight restaurant dinner with wine on the French Riviera.
    • Farewell Dinner with wine in Paris.
  • First Class Travel Highlights
    • All hotel service charges and tips, baggage handling fees and local taxes included.
    • Touring by luxury air-conditioned coach with reclining seats and a washroom onboard.
    • The services of one of Trafalgar's top professional multi-lingual Tour Directors.
    • A qualified local city guide in Rome, Florence and Paris.
    • The services of a Trafalgar Representative if you stay at Trafalgar’s recommended London hotel.
    • Cross-channel ferry.
    • Stay in twin-bedded rooms with private facilities.
    • High-speed TGV train from Lyon to Paris.
    • A stylish wallet, tour documents and map book journal.
 
 
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