First Class 2012: European Spotlight 2012
Tour Type: European Discoveries
Brochure Type: First Class 2012
Cross continental Europe and soak up all the grand sights along the way. Explore the bright lights of Pairs, super-slick Geneva, the trendy Cote d'Azur, Renaissance Florence, ancient Rome and the magic of Venice. See medieval towns, rolling Tuscan landscapes and the vineyards of Bordeaux!
Sightseeing Highlights
Brochure Type: First Class 2012
Cross continental Europe and soak up all the grand sights along the way. Explore the bright lights of Pairs, super-slick Geneva, the trendy Cote d'Azur, Renaissance Florence, ancient Rome and the magic of Venice. See medieval towns, rolling Tuscan landscapes and the vineyards of Bordeaux!
Sightseeing Highlights
- London Sightseeing includes Buckingham Palace, the Houses of Parliament, Westminster Abbey and Big Ben
- Dover See the White Cliffs.
- Vimy Ridge Catch a glimpse of the Canadian War Memorial.
- Paris Sightseeing tour includes a visit to the second level of the Eiffel Tower for spectacular city panoramas. See the Champs Elysees, Arc de Triomphe, Paris Opera, Louvre and Notre Dame Cathedral.
- Beaune Visit the medieval town.
- Geneva View the Reformation Monument and UN Building.
- Nice Orientation includes Place Massena and Promenade des Anglais.
- Cannes Visit the sophisticated film festival city.
- Perfumery Visit the Fragonard Perfumery.
- Monaco Visit the Old Town and view the Grimaldi Palace and the Cathedral.
- Pisa View the Leaning Tower in the Field of Miracles.
- Florence Admire the panoramic views from Piazzale Michelangelo. Your walking tour takes you to Signoria Square and includes views of the Duomo, Baptistery, Ponte Vecchio and Santa Croce Basilica.
- Venice Enjoy a canal cruise by private motor launch. Visit St. Mark's Square and view the Doge's Palace, the Bridge of Sighs and St Mark's Basilica.
- Rome Sightseeing tour includes views of the ancient Roman Forum, the Colosseum and Circus Maximus. Visit St. Peter's Basilica and view Michelangelo's Pieta.
- Welcome Reception including Welcome Drinks and dinner with your Travel Director in Paris.
- 1 continental breakfast
- 12 hot buffet breakfasts.
- 2 three-course dinners with local wine.
- Local highlight restaurant dinner with wine on the French Riviera.
- Farewell Dinner with wine in a Roman trattoria.
- 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
- The services of one of our professional Travel Directors throughout your journey
- A qualified Local Guide in Paris, Florence and Rome
- Audio headsets for all guided visits and included sightseeing
- Pick up at the Trafalgar London Reception Centre or the Park Plaza County Hotel
- Cross-channel ferry Dover to Calais
- 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
Details
- Tour Operator
- Trafalgar Tours
- Offer
- Offer valid through 3/31/2012
- Duration
- 15 Days
- Escorted
- Escorted - Yes
| Day | Destination | Description |
| Day 1 | Depart USA | DEPART USA: Overnight flight to London. |
| Day 2 | London | ARRIVE LONDON (2 NIGHTS): Welcome to London! Relax after your journey or explore this fascinating
city! Park Plaza County Hall (Superior First Class) |
| Day 3 | London | LONDON SIGHTSEEING AND FREE TIME: Your Travel Director takes you on a morning tour of all the city's major sights, including Big Ben, the Houses of Parliament, Westminster Abbey and Buckingham Palace. This afternoon visit the sights of your choice or perhaps shop in the fashionable West End. (Buffet Breakfast) |
| Day 4 | Paris | LONDON - PARIS (2 NIGHTS): Welcome to London! Admire the White Cliffs of Dover as you sail to Calais. Cross the battlefields of Northern France, passing the Canadian War Memorial at Vimy Ridge. Arrive later in Paris before joining your companions for a Welcome Reception including dinner and drinks. Afterwards enjoy a wonderful evening drive through the city to see the Eiffel Tower and the Alexander III Bridge. (Breakfast / Welcome Reception) Evergreen Laurel (First Class) |
| Day 5 | Paris | PARIS SIGHTSEEING AND FREE TIME: View the city's landmarks during your morning sightseeing tour with an expert Local Guide, including the Champs Elysees and the Arc de Triomphe. Appreciate the beautiful skyline from the second level of the Eiffel Tower. Explore on your own this afternoon, or take an optional excursion to the famous Louvre Museum. You could also shop for souvenirs or simply relax. (Buffet Breakfast) |
| Day 6 | Geneva | PARIS - BEAUNE - GENEVA (2 NIGHTS): Journey south through rolling countryside into the Burgundy wine region. Visit the medieval town of Beaune and later cross the Swiss border to Geneva - enjoying the magnificent scenery. (Buffet Breakfast) Cornavin (First Class) |
| Day 7 | Geneva | GENEVA ORIENTATION AND FREE TIME: See the Reformation Monument, the Old Town, the United Nations Building and the Red Cross headquarters during your orientation with your Travel Director. Take time to explore on your own later, and don't forget to shop for chocolates and a Swiss watches. (Buffet Breakfast) |
| Day 8 | Nice | GENEVA - NICE (2 NIGHTS): Nice is one of the jewels in the French Riviera, and has always been a with the rich and famous! Drive along the Promenade des Anglais and see Place Massena during your orientation of the 'Bay of the Angels'. Join your companions this evening for a Highlight Dinner at a local restaurant. (Buffet Breakfast / Highlight Dinner) Boscolo Plaza (Superior First Class) |
| Day 9 | Nice | CANNES AND PERFUMERY EXCURSION: Admire the beautiful resort of Cannes, home of the renowned annual Film Festival. Explore the Fragonard Perfumery, established in 1782 before returning to Nice. Discover the Old Town, shop in hip boutiques or simply relax on the beach. (Buffet Breakfast) |
| Day 10 | Montecatini | NICE - MONACO - PISA - MONTECATINI (TUSCAN HILLS): In the dazzling city of Monaco view the cathedral and the Grimaldi Palace, official residence of the Prince of Monaco. In Pisa, view the amazing Leaning Tower in the Field of Miracles. Dine tonight at your hotel in the spa town of Montecatini. (Buffet Breakfast / Dinner) Francia e Quirinale (First Class) |
| Day 11 | Venice | MONTECATINI (TUSCAN HILLS) - FLORENCE - VENICE (2 NIGHTS): From Montecatini, journey through splendid Tuscan countryside to Florence, the birthplace of the Renaissance. Your expert Local Guide takes you on an informative walking tour of the city, which includes Signoria Square and the Duomo. View the Ponte Vecchio, a spectacular galleried bridge dating from the Middle Ages. Drive across the Veneto plain into Venice, a magical city with a rich maritime and artistic heritage. (Buffet Breakfast / Dinner) NH Laguna Palace (Superior First Class) |
| Day 12 | Venice | VENICE SIGHTSEEING AND FREE TIME: Cruise by private launch to St. Mark's Square and see the Bridge of Sighs and the ornate Doge's Palace. Witness a demonstration of glass-blowing at one of the oldest workshops on the island. Spend the afternoon as you wish. Consider a trip across the lagoon to the island of Burano for a delicious lunch. (Buffet Breakfast) |
| Day 13 | Rome | VENICE - ROME (2 NIGHTS): Across the picturesque Appenine Mountains, through the vibrant landscape of Tuscany and past the hilltop towns of Orvieto and Orte in Umbria you later arrive in Rome, the Eternal City. (Buffet Breakfast) Aran Mantegna (First Class) |
| Day 14 | Rome | ROME SIGHTSEEING AND FREE TIME: Visit St. Peter's Basilica and view Michelangelo's Pieta with your expert Local Guide. See the Forum in ancient Rome and the Circus Maximus where chariot racing was staged. View the Colosseum, site of public events. Celebrate the end of you trip tonight with your companions at a Farewell Dinner. (Buffet Breakfast / Farewell Dinner) |
| Day 15 | Depart Rome | DEPART ROME: Say 'arrivederci' to your Travel Director and newfound friends at the end of this memorable European holiday. Airport transfers are available. Conditions apply. (Buffet Breakfast) |
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First Class 2012: European Spotlight 2012
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Tour Type: European DiscoveriesBrochure Type: First Class 2012Cross continental Europe and soak up all the grand sights along the way.
