Dates & Prices

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Touring Date	Land Only	Land + Air	Single (Land Only)	Single (Land + Air)
4/24/2010 - 5/24/2010	$7,350
5/1/2010 - 5/31/2010	$7,525
5/8/2010 - 6/7/2010	$7,350
5/15/2010 - 6/14/2010	$7,350
5/22/2010 - 6/21/2010	$7,850
5/29/2010 - 6/28/2010	$7,385
6/5/2010 - 7/5/2010	$7,375
6/12/2010 - 7/12/2010	$7,375
6/19/2010 - 7/19/2010	$7,375
6/26/2010 - 7/26/2010	$7,325
7/3/2010 - 8/2/2010	$7,235
7/10/2010 - 8/9/2010	$7,235
7/17/2010 - 8/16/2010	$7,235
7/24/2010 - 8/23/2010	$7,075
7/31/2010 - 8/30/2010	$7,075
8/7/2010 - 9/6/2010	$7,250
8/14/2010 - 9/13/2010	$7,490
8/21/2010 - 9/20/2010	$7,325
8/28/2010 - 9/27/2010	$7,375
9/4/2010 - 10/4/2010	$7,399
9/11/2010 - 10/11/2010	$7,399
9/18/2010 - 10/18/2010	$7,399
9/25/2010 - 10/25/2010	$7,399

What's Included

Included Premium Highlights

• Enjoy panoramic views over Paris from the lofty heights of the Eiffel Tower
• Visit the magnificent Château of Chenonceau in the Loire Valley
• Enjoy a highlight tour of the elegant apartments of the Madrid Royal Palace
• Visit the Principality of Monaco - playground of the rich and famous
• Explore the wonders of ancient Rome as you visit the Colosseum and overlook the Forum
• Visit the Vatican Museums and the exquisite Sistine Chapel in the Vatican City
• Glide through the romantic canals of Venice by traditional gondola
• Experience the grandeur of Vienna's magnificent Schonbrunn Palace with a local guide
• Enjoy an exhilarating ride by cog-wheel train and cable-car to the summit of Mount Pilatus
• Embark on a scenic Rhine Cruise past medieval hilltop castles, vineyards and beautiful scenery

Included Personal Insights

• An introduction to tragic events and trenches of WWI at the Canadian Vimy Ridge War memorial
• Join the pilgrims in an emotive torch light procession whilst in Lourdes
• Discover the heritage of contemporary art at medieval hilltop Saint-Paul de Vence
• An entree to the history and significance of Viennese cafe culture
• Enjoy a short tutorial about the world famous Chianti wines of Tuscany

Included Additional Excursions & Sights

• See Notre Dame Cathedral and Arc de Triomphe in Paris Scenic Loire Valley drive
• See the Cervantes Monument and Cibeles Fountain in Madrid
• See the Eixample District and Sagrada Familia in Barcelona
• Scenic drive across the Camargue See the leaning tower of Pisa
• Skyline view over Florence and see Signoria Square, Santa Croce, Duomo and Baptistery
• Visit St Peter's Basilica in the Vatican City Visit the Basilica of St Francis in Assisi
• Cruise to St Mark's Square to see the Doges' Palace, Bridge of Sighs and Basilica in Venice
• See Mozart's Birthplace and walk through Salzburg's Old Town to the Cathedral Square
• See the Golden Roof and Imperial Palace and visit the Wilten Basilica in Innsbruck
• Visit the fishing village of Volendam See Amsterdam's Mint Tower and Dam Square

Included First Class Services

• Escorted by a professional Tour Director
• Luxury air-conditioned 40 seat coach with onboard restroom
• Insight Hotels include all service charges, taxes and porterage
• Insight Traveler document wallet, map book journal and information pack
• Free London Airport shuttle service.

Included Quality Dining

• Dine-Around evening at your own choice of restaurant from our selection in Rome (DA)
• 2 Continental (CB) & 27 Buffet Breakfasts (BB) and 8 three-course table d'hote Dinners, or Buffets, plus tea or coffee (D)

Your Tour Itinerary Includes

Day 1 - DEPART USA

Overnight flight.

Day 2 - ARRIVE LONDON

Welcome to London! After checking in to your hotel, the afternoon is at leisure to shop or explore.
Hotel: Thistle Marble Arch.

Day 3 - LONDON SIGHTSEEING

Your half day sightseeing tour of London's West End shows you Westminster Abbey, Big Ben, the Houses of Parliament, Downing Street, Trafalgar Square, Piccadilly Circus and Buckingham Palace. The afternoon is at leisure. (B)

Day 4 - LONDON - PARIS

Cross the English Channel to Calais, then visit the Canadian Memorial at the former Vimy Ridge battlefield. Continue to Paris where, you enjoy a Welcome Drink on arrival.
Hotel: Concorde St. Lazare

Day 5 - PARIS SIGHTSEEING

With a local guide, see Notre Dame and drive along the Champs Élysees to the Arc de Triomphe. Ascend the Eiffel Tower for panoramic views over the city. The afternoon is at leisure. (BB)

Day 6 - PARIS - BORDEAUX

Visit the magnificent Château of Chenonceau in the Loire Valley. Continue through the famous vineyards to Bordeaux au Lac.
Hotel: Pullman Bordeaux Aquitania (BB,D)

Day 7 - BORDEAUX - LOURDES

Drive to the market town of Lourdes - a pilgrimage place of world renown. Visit the miraculous Grotto and drink the spring waters. Tonight you are invited to carry a candle and join the pilgrims in a procession to the Rosary Basilica.
Hotel: Hotel de la Grotte (BB,D)

Day 8 - LOURDES - MADRID

Cross the Pyrenees and Sierras into the heart of Spain and continue to the capital, Madrid.
Hotel: NH Nacional (BB)

Day 9 - MADRID SIGHTSEEING

A local guide introduces you to all the main sights of Madrid, the highlight being a visit to the elegant apartments of the Royal Palace. The afternoon is at leisure. (BB)

Day 10 - MADRID - BARCELONA

Drive via the Castilian plain and Morata Pass to the vibrant port of Barcelona.
Hotel: Melia Barcelona (BB)

Day 11 - BARCELONA SIGHTSEEING

On a guided tour, see the port, Gothic Quarter, the extraordinary architecture of Gaudi's Sagrada Familia and not forgetting Las Ramblas, with its colourful flower stalls and markets.(BB)

Day 12 - BARCELONA - MONACO

Re-enter France and follow the coastline of the Golfe du Lion along the edge of the marshy Camargue. Cross sunbaked landscapes which inspired Van Gogh to the glorious Cote d'Azur.
Hotel: Fairmont Monte Carlo. (BB)

Day 13 - MONACO

Get to know the village of St Paul de Vence, revel in its pleasures and experience its art and lifestyle. After some time to take in the magnificent views, return to Monaco for time at leisure, with a visit to a French perfumery en route. (BB)

Day 14 - MONACO - PISA - TUSCANY

Depart for Italy to see the Leaning Tower of Pisa. Stay in the spa town of Montecatini Terme.
Hotel: Grand Hotel Tamerici & Principe. (BB,D)

Day 15 - FLORENCE SIGHTSEEING

Enjoy the fine view over Florence from Piazzale Michelangelo, before a local guide shows you the highlights of the city. Visit the open air gallery of Signoria Square, and see the Duomo and Baptistery with its 'Gates of Paradise' Later, there is time to shop. (BB)

Day 16 - TUSCANY - SIENA - ROME

Drive to Siena and walk through the cobbled streets to the cathedral and visit the vast piazza where the Palio horse race takes place. En route, hear an informative tutorial about the famous Chianti wines that make this region so famous. Continue to 'the Eternal City' of Rome. Tonight's Dine-Around evening offers you a selection of restaurants to choose from.
Hotel: Cicerone (BB,DA)

Day 17 - ROME SIGHTSEEING

With a local guide, visit the Sistine Chapel and the Vatican Museums. Continue into St Peter's Basilica, then cross the Tiber to visit the mighty Colosseum and see the Roman Forum. (BB)

Day 18 - ROME AT LEISURE

A day to relax or visit Pompeii and Sorrento.(BB)

Day 19 - ROME - ASSISI

Make the short journey northwards to Assisi, home of St. Francis, one of Italy's most beautiful mountain towns. Visit the huge cathedral built in the 13th century after St. Francis' death.
Hotel: Subasio (BB,D)

Day 20 - ASSISI - VENICE

Cross the wild Apennines to the fertile Po Valley. Continue to the magical city of Venice where your hotel is located on the fashionable Lido.
Hotel: Quattro Fontane (BB,D)

Day 21 - VENICE SIGHTSEEING

Take a private launch to St Mark's Square to see the Bridge of Sighs, Doges' Palace and the ornate St Mark's Basilica. Watch Venetian glass being blown and then enjoy a Highlight gondola ride through the canals. The rest of the day is at leisure. (BB)

Day 22 - VENICE - VIENNA

The Carnic Alps herald the Austrian Lake District. Then a scenic drive across Styria gives way to the Vienna Woods, Danube Plains and stately Vienna.
Hotel: Hilton Vienna Plaza (BB)

Day 23 - VIENNA SIGHTSEEING

Sightseeing with a local guide includes a visit to magnificent Schonbrunn Palace. Continue around the ring road and concludes with an introduction to Viennese cafe culture. (BB)

Day 24 - VIENNA - SALZBURG - INNSBRUCK

Drive to Salzburg, 'alive with the sound of music' A local guide shows you Mozart's Birthplace, the Cathedral in the Old town and Mirabell Gardens. Continue to Innsbruck to visit the Wilten Basilica and see the Golden Roof and Imperial Palace.
Hotel: Hilton (BB)

Day 25 - INNSBRUCK - LIECHTENSTEIN - LUCERNE

Drive through the Arlberg Tunnel to Liechtenstein. Stop in the capital of Vaduz dominated by its Castle. Then enjoy a beautiful drive to lovely lakeside Lucerne in Switzerland.
Hotel: Astoria (BB)

Day 26 - LUCERNE SIGHTSEEING

Sightseeing includes the Chapel Bridge and emotive Lion Monument before ascending nearby Mount Pilatus by cog-wheel railway and cable-car for views over the Swiss Alps. (BB,D)

Day 27 - LUCERNE - RHINELAND

See the thundering Rhine Falls before crossing into Germany and travelling through the legendary Black Forest en route to the Rhineland.
Hotel: Hilton Mainz (BB,D)

Day 28 - RHINELAND - COLOGNE - AMSTERDAM

Take a scenic cruise along the Rhine past leafy vineyards and hilltop castles. Afterwards, drive through Bonn before stopping in Cologne to see the soaring Gothic cathedral. Head for your hotel in lively Amsterdam.
Hotel: Moevenpick Amsterdam City Centre (BB,D)

Day 29 - AMSTERDAM SIGHTSEEING

Visit a diamond factory and see the Royal Palace in Dam Square. See cheese and clogs being made and visit the fishing village of Volendam. (BB)

Day 30 - AMSTERDAM - LONDON

Cross Belgium to Calais in France for your return voyage across the Channel to Dover. The tour ends a short time later in London. (BB)

Day 31 - RETURN TO USA

Your tour ends with transfers to the airport. (CB)

Sightseeing Highlights

Included Premium Highlights

• Enjoy panoramic views over Paris from the lofty heights of the Eiffel Tower
• Visit the magnificent Château of Chenonceau in the Loire Valley
• Enjoy a highlight tour of the elegant apartments of the Madrid Royal Palace
• Visit the Principality of Monaco - playground of the rich and famous
• Explore the wonders of ancient Rome as you visit the Colosseum and overlook the Forum
• Visit the Vatican Museums and the exquisite Sistine Chapel in the Vatican City
• Glide through the romantic canals of Venice by traditional gondola
• Experience the grandeur of Vienna's magnificent Schonbrunn Palace with a local guide
• Enjoy an exhilarating ride by cog-wheel train and cable-car to the summit of Mount Pilatus
• Embark on a scenic Rhine Cruise past medieval hilltop castles, vineyards and beautiful scenery

Included Personal Insights

• An introduction to tragic events and trenches of WWI at the Canadian Vimy Ridge War memorial
• Join the pilgrims in an emotive torch light procession whilst in Lourdes
• Discover the heritage of contemporary art at medieval hilltop Saint-Paul de Vence
• An entree to the history and significance of Viennese cafe culture
• Enjoy a short tutorial about the world famous Chianti wines of Tuscany

Included Additional Excursions & Sights

• See Notre Dame Cathedral and Arc de Triomphe in Paris Scenic Loire Valley drive
• See the Cervantes Monument and Cibeles Fountain in Madrid
• See the Eixample District and Sagrada Familia in Barcelona
• Scenic drive across the Camargue See the leaning tower of Pisa
• Skyline view over Florence and see Signoria Square, Santa Croce, Duomo and Baptistery
• Visit St Peter's Basilica in the Vatican City Visit the Basilica of St Francis in Assisi
• Cruise to St Mark's Square to see the Doges' Palace, Bridge of Sighs and Basilica in Venice
• See Mozart's Birthplace and walk through Salzburg's Old Town to the Cathedral Square
• See the Golden Roof and Imperial Palace and visit the Wilten Basilica in Innsbruck
• Visit the fishing village of Volendam See Amsterdam's Mint Tower and Dam Square

Included First Class Services

• Escorted by a professional Tour Director
• Luxury air-conditioned 40 seat coach with onboard restroom
• Insight Hotels include all service charges, taxes and porterage
• Insight Traveler document wallet, map book journal and information pack
• Free London Airport shuttle service.

Included Quality Dining

• Dine-Around evening at your own choice of restaurant from our selection in Rome (DA)
• 2 Continental (CB) & 27 Buffet Breakfasts (BB) and 8 three-course table d'hote Dinners, or Buffets, plus tea or coffee (D)

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SPECIALS

Save $300 Off per couple

Two travelers booking together on an air-inclusive 2010 Europe tour will each save $150 off on all Lufthansa or United Airline flights.

Book Now - offer end March 31st, 2010.

TERMS: Valid for new bookings only. Offer CAN be combined with all brochure discounts. Entire booking including air must be paid in full by March 31, 2010. Offer valid from March 1st-March 31st, 2010. All Travel must be completed by October 24th, 2010. Offer is valid on UA and LH flights only (no code share flights allowed over the Atlantic – must be on UA or LH only). Valid on all tours to Europe, Egypt, Jordan, Israel and Morocco. Offer - $300 off per couple or $150 off for single travelers. Offer subject to availability and valid off of all net fares. Promotion cannot be booked online. Commission paid on air for this promotion is 0%. Air tickets are non-refundable after purchase. No name changes allowed once a reservation is made. Once payment is received, cancellation penalties apply. Offer may be withdrawn at any time. Offer can be used for groups – with availability and names at time of booking – full payment on entire package due March 31, 2010. CST No. 2068745-20