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Traditional Europe Ends Paris 2012 - Trafalgar - ETRAC107
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From Amsterdam in the north, through Germany into Switzerland, via Austria into Italy and across France to Paris. This wonderful journey takes you through Europe’s most important cities and towns, revealing monuments, artworks, churches and sights that will delight and inspire you!

Itinerary
Traditional Europe Ends Paris 2012
Day 1 DEPART CANADA

Overnight flight to London.

Day 2 ARRIVE LONDON (2 NIGHTS)

Welcome to London! Relax after your journey or take a leisurely stroll through this wonderful city.

Day 3 LONDON SIGHTSEEING AND FREE TIME

See all the sights during your morning tour of the capital including Big Ben, Houses of Parliament and Westminster Abbey. Later, spend free time exploring on your own or shopping for souvenirs.(Buffet Breakfast)

Day 4 LONDON - EUROSTAR - BRUSSELS - AMSTERDAM

A warm welcome from your Travel Director! Board the Eurostar at London’s St. Pancras International for a high-speed train journey to Brussels. Journey on to Amsterdam by luxury coach. See the Mint Tower and Dam Square during your orientation. This evening, enjoy a Welcome Reception and Dinner with your Travel Director and companions on an included canal cruise in a glass-topped boat. It’s a memorable start to your European adventure!(Breakfast / Welcome Reception)

Day 5 AMSTERDAM - COLOGNE - RHINE CRUISE - RHINELAND

Cross into Germany and stop to visit Cologne Cathedral. Embark on a wonderful Rhine cruise from Boppard, past magical castles and steep vineyards to St. Goar, site of the Lorelei Rock. Arrive later at your Rhineland hotel where you dine tonight.(Buffet Breakfast / Dinner)

Day 6 RHINELAND - HEIDELBERG - STRASBOURG - ENGELBERG (2 NIGHTS)

View the impressive Heidelberg Castle overlooking the scenic River Neckar. Enjoy an orientation of Strasbourg, which has a rich Roman and medieval heritage. Through the Alsace vineyards and across the Swiss border at Basel to Engelberg, your journey is spectacular!(Buffet Breakfast / Dinner)

Day 7 LUCERNE EXCURSION

See the Lion Monument in Lucerne, built to commemorate the Swiss Guards who died defending Louis XVI, and the famous wooden Chapel Bridge. Spend free time shopping for delicious chocolates before returning to Engelberg!(Buffet Breakfast)

Day 8 ENGELBERG - LIECHTENSTEIN - INNSBRUCK

Admire splendid Alpine scenery as you pass the Walensee en route to the Principality of Liechtenstein, stopping in the capital, Vaduz. Cross the border into Austria and follow the Arlberg route through the Tyrol to Innsbruck. View the famous Golden Roof during your orientation of this beautiful town.(Buffet Breakfast)

Day 9 INNSBRUCK - VENICE LIDO (2 NIGHTS)

Cross the 620-foot high Europa Bridge, follow the Brenner Pass into Italy through the foothills of the Dolomite Mountains to the magical city of Venice. This evening, consider taking a gondola ride along the city’s romantic network of canals while listening to Italian melodies!(Buffet Breakfast / Dinner)

Day 10 VENICE SIGHTSEEING AND FREE TIME

Cruise by private launch to St. Mark’s Square and hear the unique history of this beautiful Byzantine city. View the famous Bridge of Sighs and the ornate Doge's Palace. Visit a Murano glass-blowing workshop and witness a demonstration of this ancient art. Spend the afternoon exploring on your own. You might like to take a cruise around the lagoon or shop for souvenirs in the ‘calle’.(Buffet Breakfast)

Day 11 VENICE - ROME (2 NIGHTS)

From Venice, across the Veneto and over the Apennine hills, through Tuscany and Umbria arrive in Rome, the Eternal City. Tonight, why not experience 'la dolce vita' at a pavement café?(Buffet Breakfast)

Day 12 ROME SIGHTSEEING AND FREE TIME

Discover the treasures of St. Peter’s Basilica including Michelangelo's Pietà with your expert Local Guide. Cross the Tiber to see the Forum, of daily life in ancient Rome. See the mighty Colosseum and enjoy views of the Circus Maximus, former site of chariot racing. Perhaps visit the Sistine Chapel in your free time or shop for the latest fashions on the Via del Corso.(Buffet Breakfast)

Day 13 ROME - ISLE OF CAPRI - SORRENTO

Enjoy a scenic drive through the vineyards of Frascati into the Campania region. Cruise to the Isle of Capri from Naples by ferry. A funicular railway brings you to Capri town, where you discover the sights during your walking orientation. Sail to the clifftop summer resort of Sorrento for the night.(Buffet Breakfast / Dinner)

Day 14 SORRENTO - POMPEII - ASSISI

Your expert Local Guide takes you on a walking tour of the excavations at Pompeii. View the restored Abbey of Monte Cassino, perched high on a rocky hill. Arrive later in Assisi, the town of St. Francis in the Umbrian hills.(Buffet Breakfast / Dinner)

Day 15 ASSISI - FLORENCE

Visit St. Francis’ Basilica featuring spectacular frescoes by Giotto during your morning orientation. Later in Florence, birthplace of the Renaissance, your expert Local Guide shows you the sights including views of the Duomo, Piazza Signoria and Ponte Vecchio bridge. Shop for high quality leather goods and 18-carat gold. Appreciate breathtaking panoramic views of the city from Piazzale Michelangelo.(Buffet Breakfast)

Day 16 FLORENCE - PISA - MONACO - NICE (2 NIGHTS)

Admire the Leaning Tower of Pisa, one of the oldest structures in the Square of Miracles. Pass the marble quarries at Carrara and drive along the 'Motorway of Flowers' towards France. Visit Monaco and see the famous Monte Carlo Casino. Join your companions this evening for a Highlight Dinner in a French restaurant.(Buffet Breakfast / Highlight Dinner)

Day 17 NICE - ST. PAUL DE VENCE EXCURSION

Explore St. Paul de Vence, one of the oldest medieval towns in the French Riviera which attracts many artists. Visit a historic perfumery nearby before returning to Nice.(Buffet Breakfast)

Day 18 NICE - AVIGNON - LYON

See the papal city of Avignon on the River Rhône. Admire the broken bridge - the famous Pont d’Avignon - and the magnificent Papal Palace. Enjoy an orientation tour of Lyon, including the Fourvière Hill and Place Bellecour.(Buffet Breakfast)

Day 19 LYON - BEAUNE - PARIS (2 NIGHTS)

Cross the beautiful Rhône Valley. Visit the charming village of Beaune, the wine capital of Burgundy and one of the key wine s of France. This evening in Paris, consider a trip to one of the city's most famous cabaret shows.(Buffet Breakfast)

Day 20 PARIS SIGHTSEEING AND FREE TIME

Your sightseeing with an expert Local Guide includes the Champs Élysées, Place de la Concorde and the Arc Triomphe. Admire the skyline from the second level of the Eiffel Tower with an included visit. Celebrate with your companions and Travel Director this evening at a Farewell Dinner.(Buffet Breakfast / Farewell Dinner)

Day 21 PARIS - CANADA

This morning say ‘au revoir’ to Paris, your Travel Director and newfound friends as this enjoyable and comprehensive tour comes to an end. Transfers are available. Conditions apply.(Buffet Breakfast)

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What's Included
Welcome Reception and Dinner Cruise with your Travel Director in Amsterdam.
1 continental breakfast
18 hot buffet breakfasts.
2 three-course dinners.
3 three-course dinners with local wine.
1 Local highlight restaurant dinner with wine on the French Riviera.
Farewell Dinner with wine in Paris.
First class hotel accommodation featuring twin rooms and private facilities
All hotel service charges and tips, baggage handling fees and local taxes included
Travel by luxury air-conditioned coach with reclining seats and onboard restroom
A qualified Local Guide in Rome, Capri, Pompeii, Florence and Paris.
The services of one of our professional Travel Directors throughout your journey
Audio headsets for all guided visits and included sightseeing
Eurostar high-speed train journey from London to Brussels.
Pick up at the Trafalgar London Reception Centre or the Copthorne Tara hotel
The services of one of Trafalgar's Local Hosts at Trafalgar's recommended London hotel
Use of Trafalgar's new London Reception Centre with Hospitality Desk, free Internet and a range of services and facilities
Capture treasured memories of your trip with a complimentary group photo taken at a landmark location.
A stylish wallet, travel documents, keepsake booklet and map
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