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European Traveller
10 Days starting from $1,650.00

Countries Visited:
France, Italy, Switzerland, United Kingdom

Length:	10 Days
Type:	WINTER 2009
Category:	Europe Discoveries
Operator:	Trafalgar
Tour Code:	WTAV

About This Tour

Cities Visited:
Dover, Châteauneuf, Paris, Lucerne, Florence, Rome

What's Included

Sightseeing Highlights

London: Half day sightseeing shows us Buckingham Palace, the Houses of Parliament, Westminster Abbey, Big Ben and much more.
Dover: See the White Cliffs
Paris: Ascent to the second level of the Eiffel Tower. Sightseeing includes views of the Louvre, Champs Elysées, Opera House, Notre Dame Cathedral, Arc de Triomphe and more.
Châteauneuf: See the hilltop Castle
Lucerne: Orientation tour including the Chapel Bridge and Lion Monument.
Florence: Sightseeing tour with special audio system includes Signoria Square, Giotto''s Bell Tower, Baptistery and a visit to the Santa Croce Basilica.
Rome: Sightseeing tour with special audio system includes views of the Forum and Colosseum plus a visit to St. Peter''s Basilica.
Scenic Drives: Scenic drives Across World War I battlefields, through the Auxerrois and Burgundy vineyards and the rolling hills of the River Doubs.

Dining Highlights

1 Welcome Drink with your Tour Director.
1 buffet breakfast in London
1 continental breakfast in London
6 hot buffet breakfasts on tour
2 three-course dinners
Farewell Dinner with wine in Rome

First Class Travel Highlights

First Class hotel accommodation includes twin-bedded rooms with private facilities, all hotel service charges and tips, baggage handling fees and local taxes.
Touring by luxury air-conditioned coach with reclining seats and a washroom onboard.
Pick-up at your Trafalgar London hotel.
Cross-Channel ferry.
London Airport transfer is provided on Day 1 and Rome Airport transfer is provided on Day 7 (see departure panel on page opposite)
Professional, multi-lingual Tour Director on tour.
Services of Trafalgar''s London Reception Centre.
Specialised local guides in Paris, Florence and Rome.
A stylish wallet, tour documents and map book journal.

Airport Transfers
Return transfers from the last hotel will arrive at Rome Fiumicino Airport at 07.00 and 09.30.

London Gateway: Trafalgar passengers purchasing either “Land Only” or “Land and Air” will receive Hotelink transfers during published hours of operation. This is providing that
Passengers are staying at a London hotel, booked by Trafalgar on the night of their arrival and the night before their departure.
Passengers or their Travel Agents supply Trafalgar with accurate flight information not less than 21 days prior to departure.
European Gateways: Trafalgar passengers purchasing “Land Only” will receive coach transfers at the times published in the brochure at NO extra charge. However, if these “Land Only” passengers arrive outside the brochure advertised coach transfer times they must make their own arrangements at their own expense.
Passengers purchasing “Land and Air” from Trafalgar will receive coach transfers at times published in the brochure or, if they arrive outside of these set times, then a separate transfer will be booked for them. These transfers will be available only on the days of arrival and departure of the tour.
Passengers purchasing pre and post tour accommodation must arrange their own transfers regardless of whether or not they have bought “Air” from Trafalgar.

Itinerary

Day 1 - Depart USA Overnight flight to London.
Day 2 - Arrive London (2 nights) After checking into your Trafalgar hotel, the rest of your day is at leisure.
Hotel: Clifton Ford
Day 3 - London Sightseeing and at leisure Many major sights are included on our morning sightseeing tour such as Big Ben, the Houses of Parliament, Westminster Abbey and Buckingham Palace. Your tour will finish in central London, so the rest of the day is at leisure to discover more of the city for yourself. (Buffet Breakfast)
Day 4 - London – Paris (2 nights) First to Dover for our sea crossing to Calais in France. We drive across the Somme battlefields to Paris, Europe''s most romantic city. Later, we enjoy a Welcome Drink together – the ideal way to get to know your Tour Director and fellow travellers. (Continental Breakfast)
Hotel: Holiday Inn la Villette
Day 5 - Paris Sightseeing and at leisure Guided sightseeing today shows us the Champs Elysées, Arc de Triomphe, the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, the Opera House and Notre Dame Cathedral. We also take the elevator to the second level of the Eiffel Tower for spectacular views over the entire city! Later you may wish to visit the Louvre Museum and check out the inverted glass pyramid made famous by the Da Vinci Code. Tonight, don''t miss the opportunity to take in a Parisian cabaret! (Buffet Breakfast)
Day 6 - Paris – Lucerne An early start today as we drive through the Auxerrois and Burgundy vineyards, passing the castle of Châteauneuf. Past the remains of the Maginot Line at Belfort we reach the Swiss border at Basel and continue to lakeside Lucerne, where an orientation tour shows us the wooden covered Chapel Bridge and the poignant Lion Monument. This evening after dinner at our hotel, perhaps enjoy a drink in one of the cosy bars along the banks of the River Reuss. (Buffet Breakfast / Dinner)
Hotel: Schiller
Day 7 - Lucerne – Florence You''ll have time this morning to take a trip up a nearby mountain peak before we drive through the Gotthard Range and cross Lake Lugano into Italy. We continue our southward journey as we travel past Lake Como – viewing one of Northern Italy''s most beautiful natural features. We travel on past Milan, the commercial capital, before reaching the forested Apennine mountains south of Bologna. Later we are in the region of Tuscany, renowned for its unique landscape featuring dark green cypress trees and silver green olive groves. We make our way to the Tuscan Renaissance capital of Florence for the night. (Buffet Breakfast / Dinner)
Hotel: Grand Hotel Mediterraneo
Day 8 Florence – Rome (2 nights) Today''s guided sightseeing tour on foot shows us the Cathedral, the Baptistery, Signoria Square and includes a visit to the Basilica of Santa Croce where we see the tomb of Michelangelo. Then time to stop for leather and gold and our Tour Director shows us a Hidden Treasure before we travel on to Rome, the Eternal City. (Buffet Breakfast)
Hotel: Grand Hotel Ritz
Day 9 Rome Sightseeing and at leisure Our morning sightseeing with a local expert includes a visit to one of the world''s most splendid churches, St Peter''s Basilica in the Vatican, allegedly built at the site where the beloved saint met his death. We also see Piazza Venezia and take time to photograph the Victor Emmanuel monument and the 15th century Palazzo Venezia before continuing along the ''Sacred Way'' to see the Roman Forum and of course the breathtaking Colosseum. Later, we celebrate the end of our tour together with our Tour Director at a Farewell Dinner with wine in a local restaurant! (Buffet Breakfast / Farwell dinner)
Day 10 Rome – USA Today time to bid farewell to our fellow travellers as we transfer you to the airport for your return flight to the USA. (Buffet Breakfast)
Christmas & New Year''s Eve Highlights Tour departure 17 Dec will be accommodated in Rome over Christmas and tour departure 26 Dec will be accommodated in Lucerne on New Year''s Eve giving you the opportunity to celebrate in true Swiss style.

Dates & Prices

To book a tour, call and speak to one of our live, experienced travel consultants, Call us now at 1-800-942-3301.

Touring Date	Land Only	Land + Air	Single (Land Only)	Single (Land + Air)
11/1/2008 - 11/10/2008	$1,690	Call Us	Call Us	Call Us
11/6/2008 - 11/15/2008	$1,690	Call Us	Call Us	Call Us
11/13/2008 - 11/22/2008	$1,690	Call Us	Call Us	Call Us
11/20/2008 - 11/29/2008	$1,690	Call Us	Call Us	Call Us
11/27/2008 - 12/6/2008	$1,690	Call Us	Call Us	Call Us
12/4/2008 - 12/13/2008	$1,690	Call Us	Call Us	Call Us
12/11/2008 - 12/20/2008	$1,690	Call Us	Call Us	Call Us
12/17/2008 - 12/26/2008	$1,650	Call Us	Call Us	Call Us
12/26/2008 - 1/4/2009	$1,675	Call Us	Call Us	Call Us
1/1/2009 - 1/10/2009	$1,699	Call Us	Call Us	Call Us
1/8/2009 - 1/17/2009	$1,650	Call Us	Call Us	Call Us
1/15/2009 - 1/24/2009	$1,650	Call Us	Call Us	Call Us
1/22/2009 - 1/31/2009	$1,650	Call Us	Call Us	Call Us
1/29/2009 - 2/7/2009	$1,650	Call Us	Call Us	Call Us
2/5/2009 - 2/14/2009	$1,650	Call Us	Call Us	Call Us
2/12/2009 - 2/21/2009	$1,650	Call Us	Call Us	Call Us
2/19/2009 - 2/28/2009	$1,650	Call Us	Call Us	Call Us
2/26/2009 - 3/7/2009	$1,690	Call Us	Call Us	Call Us
3/5/2009 - 3/14/2009	$1,690	Call Us	Call Us	Call Us
3/12/2009 - 3/21/2009	$1,690	Call Us	Call Us	Call Us
3/19/2009 - 3/28/2009	$1,690	Call Us	Call Us	Call Us
3/26/2009 - 4/4/2009	$1,699	Call Us	Call Us	Call Us
4/2/2009 - 4/11/2009	$1,850	Call Us	Call Us	Call Us

Sightseeing Highlights

Dover
Châteauneuf
Paris
Lucerne
Florence
Rome

European Dream
11 Days starting from $1,799.00

Countries Visited:
France, Italy, Switzerland, United Kingdom

Length:	11 Days
Type:	WINTER 2009
Category:	Europe Discoveries
Operator:	Trafalgar
Tour Code:	WROL

About This Tour

Cities Visited:
Rome, Venice, Lucerne, Savigny-Lès-Beaune, Paris, Dover, London

What's Included

Sightseeing Highlights

Rome: Sightseeing tour with special audio system includes views of the Forum and Colosseum plus a visit to St. Peter''s Basilica.
Venice: Canal cruise by private motor launch seeing St. Mark''s Square and the Bridge of Sighs. Visit a traditional glass-blowing factory.
Lucerne: Orientation includes the Lion Monument and the wooden Chapel Bridge.
Savigny-Lès-Beaune: View the vineyards.
Paris: Ascent to the second level of the Eiffel Tower. Sightseeing includes views of the Louvre, Arc de Triomphe, Champs Elysées and Notre Dame Cathedral.
London: Half day sightseeing shows us Buckingham Palace, the Houses of Parliament, Westminster Abbey, Big Ben and much more.
Dover: See the White Cliffs.
Scenic drives: Through the Tuscan Hills, Apennine Mountains, Italian Lakes region, Gotthard Trans Alpine highway, through the Burgundy wine region and across World War I battlefields.

Dining Highlights

1 Welcome drink with your Tour Director in Rome
2 buffet breakfasts in London
7 hot buffet breakfasts on tour
3 three-course dinners
Farewell Dinner with wine in Paris

First Class Travel Highlights

First Class hotel accommodation includes twin-bedded rooms with private facilities, all hotel service charges and tips, baggage handling fees and local taxes.
Touring by luxury air-conditioned coach with reclining seats and a washroom onboard.
Drop-off at your Trafalgar London hotel.
Cross-Channel ferry.
Rome Airport transfer is provided on Day 1 and London Airport transfer is provided on Day 8.
Professional, multi-lingual Tour Director on tour.
Services of Trafalgar’s London Reception Centre.
Specialised local guides in Rome and Paris.
A stylish wallet, tour documents and map book journal.

Airport Transfers
Transfers on arrival at Rome Fiumicino Airport will operate at 09.30, 12.30 and 15.30. Passengers arriving later should make their own way to the first hotel.

London Gateway: Trafalgar passengers purchasing either “Land Only” or “Land and Air” will receive Hotelink transfers during published hours of operation. This is providing that:
Passengers are staying at a London hotel, booked by Trafalgar on the night of their arrival and the night before their departure.
Passengers or their Travel Agents supply Trafalgar with accurate flight information not less than 21 days prior to departure.
European Gateways: Trafalgar passengers purchasing “Land Only” will receive coach transfers at the times published in the brochure at NO extra charge. However, if these “Land Only” passengers arrive outside the brochure advertised coach transfer times they must make their own arrangements at their own expense
Passengers purchasing “Land and Air” from Trafalgar will receive coach transfers at times published in the brochure or, if they arrive outside of these set times, then a separate transfer will be booked for them. These transfers will be available only on the days of arrival and departure of the tour.
Passengers purchasing pre and post tour accommodation must arrange their own transfers regardless of whether or not they have bought “Air” from Trafalgar.

Itinerary

Day 1 - Depart USA Overnight flight to Rome.
Day 2 - Arrive Rome (2 nights) on arrival at Rome''s Fiumicino Airport we transfer you to your hotel. The rest of the day is free to relax or explore on your own. This evening enjoy a Welcome Drink with your Tour Director and fellow passengers. Later, maybe enjoy a guided tour of the Eternal City by night?
Hotel: Grand Hotel Ritz
Day 3 - Rome sightseeing & at leisure Our guided morning sightseeing tour features a visit of the impressive St. Peter’s Basilica in the Vatican City, highlighting Michelangelo''s moving ''Pieta''. We also visit Piazza Venezia to admire the “Wedding Cake”, otherwise known as the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. Then we see the Sacred Way and overlook the Roman Forum and of course the infamous Colosseum of the Emperor Nero. Later, perhaps visit the Sistine Chapel or wander round the medieval quarter and stop to throw some coins into the Trevi Fountain! (Buffet Breakfast)
Day 4 - Rome – Venice Today we pass by the hilltop towns of Umbria and the Chianti vineyards in the scenic Tuscan countryside before we reach the flat Veneto plains and our Venice hotel. Tonight after dinner, a gondola serenade is a must! (Buffet Breakfast / Dinner)
Hotel: Antony
Day 5 - Venice sightseeing – Italian Lakes Our private motor launch takes us on a canal cruise to St. Mark''s Square to admire the Bridge of Sighs and the Doge’s Palace. Then we visit a traditional glass-blowing factory, with free time to shop afterwards. From here we drive to the beautiful Italian lake district and Lake Varese. (Buffet Breakfast / Dinner)
Hotel: Palace Grand
Day 6 - Italian Lakes – Lucerne Today through scenic Alpine landscapes and the Gotthard range as we drive to Lucerne. Here we visit the poignant Lion Monument and have time to walk across the covered wooden Chapel Bridge before our Tour Director reveals a ?Hidden Treasure to us all! Then free time to shop or take a trip up a nearby mountain for incredible views! (Buffet Breakfast / Dinner)
Hotel: Schiller
Day 7 - Lucerne – Paris (2 nights) This morning we drive northwards via Basel in Switzerland and into France, we pass Belfort and remnants of the Maginot Line - the planned defence against an invading Germany in the Second?World War. We stop to view the vineyards at Savigny-lès-Beaune, before passing the imposing Castle of Châteauneuf on our way to Paris. Tonight, why not enjoy a relaxing Seine River cruise? (Buffet Breakfast)
Hotel: Holiday Inn la Villette
Day 8 - Paris sightseeing and at leisure Our guided sightseeing this morning includes views of Notre Dame, on the City Island, the ascent of the Eiffel Tower by elevator to the second level for magnificent views over the whole city, the Champs Elysées and the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier at the Arc de Triomphe. Later perhaps visit the Château of Versailles, the extravagant creation of Louis XIV, or explore the treasures of the Louvre Museum as explained in the Da Vinci Code. Tonight, with our Tour Director and fellow travellers, we celebrate the end of our European tour together at a Farewell Dinner with wine in a local restaurant! (Buffet Breakfast / Farewell Dinner)
Day 9 Paris – London (2 nights) Today we drive across the Somme battlefields and pass Vimy Ridge en route to Calais. Here we sail across the Channel to the White Cliffs of Dover and make ourway by coach through Kent, the ‘Garden of England’, to London. (Buffet Breakfast)
Hotel: Clifton Ford
Day 10 London Sightseeing Many major sights are included on our morning guided sightseeing tour, including Big Ben, the Houses of Parliament and Buckingham Palace. Your tour will finish in central London, so the rest of the day is at leisure. (Buffet Breakfast)
Day 11 London – USA Time to bid farewell on your return flight to the USA. (Buffet Breakfast)
Christmas & New Year''s Eve Highlights Tour departure 18 Dec will be accommodated in Paris over Christmas. Tour departure 24 Dec will be accommodated in Rome over Christmas and in Paris on New Year''s Eve giving you the opportunity to celebrate in true Parisian style.

Dates & Prices

To book a tour, call and speak to one of our live, experienced travel consultants, Call us now at 1-800-942-3301.

Touring Date	Land Only	Land + Air	Single (Land Only)	Single (Land + Air)
4/3/2008 - 4/13/2008	$1,725	Call Us	Call Us	Call Us
11/6/2008 - 11/16/2008	$1,825	Call Us	Call Us	Call Us
11/13/2008 - 11/23/2008	$1,825	Call Us	Call Us	Call Us
11/20/2008 - 11/30/2008	$1,825	Call Us	Call Us	Call Us
11/27/2008 - 12/7/2008	$1,825	Call Us	Call Us	Call Us
12/4/2008 - 12/14/2008	$1,825	Call Us	Call Us	Call Us
12/11/2008 - 12/21/2008	$1,799	Call Us	Call Us	Call Us
12/18/2008 - 12/28/2008	$1,799	Call Us	Call Us	Call Us
12/24/2008 - 1/3/2009	$1,799	Call Us	Call Us	Call Us
1/1/2009 - 1/11/2009	$1,799	Call Us	Call Us	Call Us
1/8/2009 - 1/18/2009	$1,799	Call Us	Call Us	Call Us
1/15/2009 - 1/25/2009	$1,799	Call Us	Call Us	Call Us
1/22/2009 - 2/1/2009	$1,799	Call Us	Call Us	Call Us
1/29/2009 - 2/8/2009	$1,799	Call Us	Call Us	Call Us
2/5/2009 - 2/15/2009	$1,799	Call Us	Call Us	Call Us
2/12/2009 - 2/22/2009	$1,799	Call Us	Call Us	Call Us
2/19/2009 - 3/1/2009	$1,799	Call Us	Call Us	Call Us
2/26/2009 - 3/8/2009	$1,825	Call Us	Call Us	Call Us
3/5/2009 - 3/15/2009	$1,825	Call Us	Call Us	Call Us
3/12/2009 - 3/22/2009	$1,825	Call Us	Call Us	Call Us
3/19/2009 - 3/29/2009	$1,825	Call Us	Call Us	Call Us
3/26/2009 - 4/5/2009	$1,825	Call Us	Call Us	Call Us
4/2/2009 - 4/12/2009	$1,899	Call Us	Call Us	Call Us

Sightseeing Highlights

Rome
Venice
Lucerne
Savigny-Lès-Beaune
Paris
Dover
London

European Highlights
10 Days starting from $1,590.00

Countries Visited:
France, Germany, Holland, Switzerland, United Kingdom

Length:	10 Days
Type:	WINTER 2009
Category:	Europe Discoveries
Operator:	Trafalgar
Tour Code:	WHIL

About This Tour

Cities Visited:
London, Amsterdam, Rhineland, Lucerne, Paris

What's Included

Sightseeing Highlights

London: Half day sightseeing shows us Buckingham Palace, the Houses of Parliament, Westminster Abbey, Big Ben and much more.
Dover: See the famous White Cliffs.
Amsterdam: Orientation includes the Mint Tower and Royal Palace.
Cologne: Marvel at the gothic Cathedral.
Rhine Valley: Cruise past the Lorelei Rock (weather permitting).
Heidelberg: View the ancient Castle.
Schaffhausen: View the mighty Rhine Falls.
Lucerne: Orientation tour including the Lion Monument and the walled Old Town.
Savigny-Les-Beaune: Admire the Burgundy vineyards.
Paris: Sightseeing includes views of the Louvre, Champs Elysées and Notre Dame Cathedral.
Scenic drives: Along the Rhine Valley, through the Black Forest, Alpine Switzerland and the Burgundy wine region.

Dining Highlights

1 Welcome drink with your Tour Director.
1 buffet breakfast in London
1 continental breakfast in London
6 hot buffet breakfasts on tour
3 three-course dinners
Farewell Dinner with wine in Paris

First Class Travel Highlights

First Class hotel accommodation includes twin-bedded rooms with private facilities, all hotel service charges and tips, baggage handling fees and local taxes.
Touring by luxury air-conditioned coach with reclining seats and a washroom onboard.
Pick-up at your Trafalgar London hotel.
Cross-Channel ferry.
London Airport transfer is provided on Day 2 and Paris Airport transfer is provided on Day 10
Professional, multi-lingual Tour Director on tour.
Services of Trafalgar''s London Reception Centre.
Specialised local guide in Paris.
A stylish wallet, tour documents and map book journal.

Airport Transfers
Return transfers from the last hotel will arrive at Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport at 08.00.

London Gateway: Trafalgar passengers purchasing either “Land Only” or “Land and Air” will receive Hotelink transfers during published hours of operation. This is providing that:
Passengers are staying at a London hotel, booked by Trafalgar on the night of their arrival and the night before their departure.
Passengers or their Travel Agents supply Trafalgar with accurate flight information not less than 21 days prior to departure.
European Gateways: Trafalgar passengers purchasing “Land Only” will receive coach transfers at the times published in the brochure at NO extra charge. However, if these “Land Only” passengers arrive outside the brochure advertised coach transfer times they must make their own arrangements at their own expense.
Passengers purchasing “Land and Air” from Trafalgar will receive coach transfers at times published in the brochure or, if they arrive outside of these set times, then a separate transfer will be booked for them. These transfers will be available only on the days of arrival and departure of the tour.
Passengers purchasing pre and post tour accommodation must arrange their own transfers regardless of whether or not they have bought “Air” from Trafalgar.

Itinerary

Day 1 - Depart USA Overnight flight to London.
Day 2 - Arrive London (2 nights) After checking into your Trafalgar hotel, the rest of your day is at leisure to relax or to start to explore this exciting capital city.
Hotel: Hilton Olympia
Day 3 - London sightseeing and at leisure Many major sights are included on our morning guided sightseeing tour, including Big Ben, the Houses of Parliament and Buckingham Palace. Your tour will finish in central London, so the rest of the day is at leisure to discover more of the city for yourself, or perhaps time for some last minute shopping. (Buffet Breakfast)
Day 4 - London – Amsterdam Greetings from our Tour Director before a scenic drive to the White Cliffs of Dover. Here we board our ferry for our cruise to Calais in France. Then we continue by coach through Belgium to Holland and Amsterdam, one of Europe''s friendliest cities. Tonight, we’ll enjoy a Welcome Drink with our Tour Director and fellow travellers. Afterwards why not explore Amsterdam’s nightlife? (Continental Breakfast)
Day 5 - Amsterdam – Mannheim After a morning orientation tour featuring the Mint Tower and the Royal Palace we travel past Arnhem en route to Cologne to see its Cathedral. Then via Bonn to the Rhine Valley where we embark on a relaxing Rhine cruise gliding past terraced vineyards and medieval castles. We will enjoy a guided commentary on the Rhine and have the chance to maybe enjoy some of the delicious white wine which this area is famous for as we glide slowly past fabulous scenery to St. Goar. Here we disembark and pass by the Lorelei Rock before arriving in our Rhineland hotel. (Buffet Breakfast / Dinner)
Hotel: Mercure am Rathaus
Day 6 - Mannheim – Lucerne (2 nights) Today''s first stop is at Heidelberg to view its red sandstone Castle, towering above the university city of ''Student Prince'' fame. Then on through the fairytale Black Forest, where cuckoo clocks were first invented, then on to Switzerland for views of the mighty Rhine Falls at Schaffhausen. Next past picturesque wooden chalets en route to the lakeside resort of Lucerne for our two-night stay. (Buffet Breakfast / Dinner)
Hotel: Schiller
Day 7 - Lucerne orientation and at leisure Our morning orientation features the covered Chapel Bridge straddling the River Reuss and the poignant Lion Monument, plus our Tour Director reveals a Hidden Treasure to us all in this charming town. Then free time to take a trip up a nearby mountain to shop for Swiss timepieces in the old town or to take a leisurely cruise across the Lake. (Buffet breakfast / Dinner)
Day 8 Lucerne – Paris (2 nights) This morning we drive northwards to the Swiss border with France to Basel on the River Rhine. Here we head into France, passing Belfort and the remains of the Maginot Line. Then past the onion-domed churches of Montbeliard and through the Burgundy countryside with a stop to admire the vineyards at Savigny-Lès-Beaune. Finally we arrive in romantic Paris. (Buffet Breakfast)
Hotel: Holiday Inn la Villette
Day 9 - Paris sightseeing and at leisure Our morning guided sightseeing tour includes views of Notre Dame Cathedral, beautifully located on an island in the River Seine, the renowned Champs Elysées which lead to the Arc de Triomphe, the magnificent Opera House and the Louvre featuring the glass pyramid entrance as described in the Da Vinci Code. The rest of the day is free to enjoy this wonderful city, perhaps to cruise the Seine, or visit the Chateau of Versailles. You may wish to shop or just sit in a café and watch the world go by. This evening we celebrate our tour together with a Farewell Dinner with wine in a local restaurant! (Buffet Breakfast / Farwell Dinner)
Day 10 Paris – USA Today time to say ‘au revoir’ to our fellow travellers as we transfer you to the airport for your return flight to the USA. (Buffet Breakfast)
Christmas & New Year''s Eve Highlights Tour departures 19 Dec will be accommodated in Lucerne over Christmas and tour departure 26 Dec will be accommodated in Lucerne on New Year''s Eve giving you the opportunity to celebrate in true Swiss style.

Dates & Prices

To book a tour, call and speak to one of our live, experienced travel consultants, Call us now at 1-800-942-3301.

Touring Date	Land Only	Land + Air	Single (Land Only)	Single (Land + Air)
4/4/2008 - 4/13/2008	$1,550	Call Us	Call Us	Call Us
11/2/2008 - 11/10/2008	$1,590	Call Us	Call Us	Call Us
11/8/2008 - 11/16/2008	$1,590	Call Us	Call Us	Call Us
11/15/2008 - 11/23/2008	$1,590	Call Us	Call Us	Call Us
11/22/2008 - 11/30/2008	$1,590	Call Us	Call Us	Call Us
11/29/2008 - 12/7/2008	$1,590	Call Us	Call Us	Call Us
12/6/2008 - 12/14/2008	$1,590	Call Us	Call Us	Call Us
12/13/2008 - 12/21/2008	$1,590	Call Us	Call Us	Call Us
12/20/2008 - 12/28/2008	$1,590	Call Us	Call Us	Call Us
12/27/2008 - 1/4/2009	$1,625	Call Us	Call Us	Call Us
1/3/2009 - 1/11/2009	$1,599	Call Us	Call Us	Call Us
1/10/2009 - 1/18/2009	$1,599	Call Us	Call Us	Call Us
1/17/2009 - 1/25/2009	$1,599	Call Us	Call Us	Call Us
1/24/2009 - 2/1/2009	$1,599	Call Us	Call Us	Call Us
1/31/2009 - 2/8/2009	$1,599	Call Us	Call Us	Call Us
2/7/2009 - 2/15/2009	$1,599	Call Us	Call Us	Call Us
2/14/2009 - 2/22/2009	$1,599	Call Us	Call Us	Call Us
2/21/2009 - 3/1/2009	$1,599	Call Us	Call Us	Call Us
2/28/2009 - 3/8/2009	$1,599	Call Us	Call Us	Call Us
3/7/2009 - 3/15/2009	$1,599	Call Us	Call Us	Call Us
3/14/2009 - 3/22/2009	$1,599	Call Us	Call Us	Call Us
3/21/2009 - 3/29/2009	$1,599	Call Us	Call Us	Call Us
3/28/2009 - 4/5/2009	$1,599	Call Us	Call Us	Call Us
4/4/2009 - 4/12/2009	$1,725	Call Us	Call Us	Call Us

Sightseeing Highlights

London
Dover
Amsterdam
Cologne
Rhine Valley
Heidelberg
Schaffhausen
Lucerne
Savigny-Les-Beaune
Paris

European Whirl
15 Days starting from $2,725.00

Countries Visited:
Austria, France, Germany, Holland, Italy, Switzerland, United Kingdom

Length:	15 Days
Type:	FIRST CLASS 2008
Category:	Europe Discoveries
Operator:	Trafalgar
Tour Code:	WWHI

About This Tour

Cities Visited:
Holland, Germany, Austria, Italy, England, Switzerland, France

What's Included

Sightseeing Highlights

Amsterdam: Canal Cruise. Visit a diamond factory (time permitting).
Rhine: Enjoy a leisurely river cruise.
Heidelberg: View the castle.
Munich: See the Hofbrauhaus.
Innsbruck: See the Golden Roof.
Rome: Visit St. Peter’s Basilica in the Vatican, seeing Michelangelo’s ‘Pieta’.
Florence: Guided walking tour. Visit the Santa Croce Basilica.
Lugano: Visit the elegant resort.
Lucerne: See the Lion Monument and Chapel Bridge.
Innsbruck Orientation including the Golden Roof, Wilten Basilica and Hofburg Palace.
Paris Sightseeing includes views of the Champs Elysees, Arc de Triomphe and Notre Dame Cathedral plus ascent to the second level of the Eiffel Tower.

Dining Highlights

1 Welcome Drink with your Tour Director in Amsterdam
1 Buffet breakfast and 1 Continental breakfast in London
11 Hot Buffet Breakafasts on tour
4 three-course dinners in Hotels
1 local speciality dinner in Florence
1 Farewell dinner in Paris

19 meals in total (see day-by-day itinerary)

First Class Travel Highlights

Escorted by one of Trafalgar''s top professional multi-lingual Tour Directors whilst touring.
A qualified local city guide in Rome, Florence, and Paris.
The services of a Trafalgar Representative at your London hotel.
Chauffeur driven on Trafalgar''s luxury air-conditioned coaches with onboard washroom.
Cross-Channel ferry.
All hotel service charges, tips, baggage handling fees and local taxes included.
A stylish wallet, tour documents and map book journal.

Airport Transfers

London Gateways: Transfers can be expensive, particularly between the Airport and central London. When you book your tour with Trafalgar your transfers to and from the airport are included. It''s that simple. Trafalgar has included a Free transfer to and from your airport and Central London.
Important – Please Note: Passengers will only be entitled to transfers to and from London Airports providing the following conditions are met:
You are staying at a London hotel, booked by Trafalgar, on the night of your arrival and the night prior to the date of your departure.
Flights are either booked by Trafalgar or detailed information on flights is provided by your Travel Agent not less than 21 days prior to departure.
Only one included transfer both inbound and outbound per tour is included by Trafalgar. Transfers are by express train to a Central London Rail Station.
Heathrow Express operates between 05.10-23.30. Gatwick Express operates inbound services between 05.20-23.45 and outbound services from 04.30-23.45. Transfers outside of these times are at the passengers own expense.
In the event of unforeseen events (road or rail works, demonstrations, strikes) Trafalgar will not be held responsible for delayed or cancelled transfers.
No refund is available for passengers not utilising this service.
Why not upgrade to a Hotelink transfer from the Airport to-the-door of your Trafalgar London hotel? (please ask Trafalgar or your travel agent of the additional upgrade price per person when booking)
European Gateways: With Trafalgar all passengers will receive complimentary arrival and departure transfers on the scheduled arrival and departure day of their tour at the times specified below. Please ensure your Travel Agent reserves your flight to co-ordinate with the transfer times shown.
Trafalgar Bonus - Passengers who book Trafalgar''s Land+Air package and who arrive or depart outside of these specified times on the scheduled arrival and departure day of the tour will also be provided with a transfer.
Passengers arriving before or leaving after the scheduled tour days are not entitled to a transfer but may book and purchase one through Trafalgar providing that they also purchase the additional pre and/or post tour hotel night(s) from Trafalgar. Please ask for prices of transfers at the time of booking your extra night accommodation.
Land only passengers arriving or departing on the scheduled tour arrival or departure days but whose flights don''t coincide with the listed transfer times below may also book and purchase these transfers. Flight details must be provided to Trafalgar not less than 21 days before the flight departure.
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Free London Return
Passengers on the ''Land only'' option may return to London by Trafalgar motorcoach at NO EXTRA CHARGE, instead of departing from Paris. Accommodation will be required, as arrival in London is late afternoon/early evening. Ask your Travel Agent to book this for you.

Itinerary

Day 1- Depart USA Overnight flight to London.
Day 2- Arrive London (2 nights) After checking into your Trafalgar hotel, the rest of your day is at leisure, perhaps head out and explore this exciting city.
Hotel: Copthorne Tara (2 nights)
Day 3 - London sightseeing & at leisure Many major sights are included on our morning sightseeing tour, then time is your own. (Buffet Breakfast)
Day 4 - London – Amsterdam Greetings from our Tour Director as we drive to the coast. Admire the White Cliffs of Dover before our Channel crossing to Calais in France. Then into Belgium and across Flanders fields to Holland and meadows of turning windmills. Soon we arrive in friendly Amsterdam, where we enjoy a canal cruise across the criss-crossing spider’s web of canals from a glass–topped boat. This evening, after a Welcome Drink with our Tour Director and fellow passengers, why not enjoy dinner in one of the downtown restaurants? (Continental Breakfast)
Hotel: Novotel City
Day 5 - Amsterdam orientation – Rhine Cruise – Rhineland (Mannheim) First, as part of our orientation tour showing us Dam square and the Mint Tower, we visit a diamond factory (time permitting). Then we drive via Arnhem – scene of the Bridge, which was too far – into Germany where we follow the Ruhr and Rhine valleys to Cologne – dominated by its fine gothic Cathedral. Then via Bonn we drive to the pretty resort of Boppard on the shores of the Rhine so as to embark on our scenic Rhine cruise. We glide past vine-clad hills topped with crumbling castles before reaching St Goar, where we see the Lorelei rock and re-join our coach for the short journey to our hotel.
(Buffet Breakfast / Dinner)
Hotel: Mercure am Rathaus
Day 6 - Rhineland (Mannheim) – Heidelberg – Munich – Innsbruck This morning we are off to Heidelberg to view the red sandstone castle towering above the city of ‘Student Prince’ fame. We continue via the Swabian hills to fun-loving Munich, where an orientation tour shows us the Olympic Stadium, the City Hall and the Marienplatz. A short drive brings us into Austria and the valley of the River Inn, where we stop in the Tyrolean capital Innsbruck. Tonight, why not enjoy some thigh slapping fun at a Tyrolean folklore show and feast on some delicious strudel? (Buffet Breakfast)
Hotel: Grauer Bar / Innsbruck
Day 7 - Innsbruck – Venice (Mestre) Orientation of this mountain ringed Alpine resort this morning shows us the Golden Roof, Hofburg and Wilten Basilica. Time to shop for souvenirs before an exhilarating drive across the Brenner Pass into Italy. Spectacular scenery continues as we travel through the Dolomite Mountains to the Adige valley and the landscapes of Shakespeare’s theatre as we pass by Lake Garda, Verona and Vicenza. On arrival in Venice we’ll savour the city’s unique sights and sounds on an included canal cruise by private motor launch to St. Mark’s Square, viewing the Bridge of Sighs, Doges’ Palace and more. After a visit to a traditional glass-blowing factory, time is your own to do as you please. We’ll enjoy dinner at our hotel this evening. (Buffet Breakfast / Dinner)
Hotel: Antony Palace
Day 8 - Venice – Rome (2 nights) Today we head south along the Autostrada del Sole, across the Veneto plain, by-passing the University city of Bologna to cross over the Apennine hills and into the cradle of the Roman Civilisation – the Lazio. Then past golden stone landscapes to the Eternal City of Rome. (Buffet Breakfast)
Hotel: Palazzo Carpegna / Villa Torlonia (2 nights)
Day 9 - Rome sightseeing & at leisure Our morning sightseeing with a local guide, audio system included, features a visit to St. Peter’s Basilica in the Vatican City where we see Michelangelo’s moving masterpiece, the Pieta. Then we cross the River Tiber to ancient Rome where we overlook the Forum, see the mighty Colosseum, scene of gladiatorial combat, and finally have a view across the vast Circus Maximus where the Ben Hur style chariot races once took place. The rest of your day is free to maybe window shop in the exclusive streets near the Spanish Steps, visit the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel or maybe just relax in a café and watch the Roman world go by! (Buffet Breakfast)
Day 10 - Rome – Florence Today we start the northward journey of our European circuit and drive into the vine-clad, sunflower planted hills of Tuscany. We are soon descending into the valley of the river Arno and reaching Florence, where a walking tour with a local guide shows us the main monuments and squares of this impressive Renaissance city including the Cathedral, Baptistery, Signoria Square and a visit to the Santa Croce Basilica, where the tombs of Italy’s great men throughout history are to be found. Time now for our Tour Director to reveal a Hidden Treasure! Then free time to sightsee further or to shop for fine leather goods or beautiful 18-carat gold jewellery. Tonight we will enjoy a dinner of local specialities in a Florentine trattoria. (Buffet Breakfast / Highlight Dinner)
Hotel: Mediterraneo
Day 11 - Florence – Lugano – Lucerne (2 nights) Today we travel via Milan, through the area of the Italian Lakes to the Swiss border and the lakeside resort of Lugano. This balmy, palm-tree-lined lake resort in the Italian-speaking Ticino canton is home to the rich and famous and has a wonderful year-round climate. Time to explore the traffic-free shopping area and perhaps stop for a cappuccino in a lakeside café before a drive along the Gotthard highway into the heart of German speaking Switzerland and the lakeside town of Lucerne. (Buffet Breakfast / Dinner)
Hotel: Grand Europe (2 nights)
Day 12 -Lucerne orientation and at leisure Orientation shows us the Chapel Bridge and the Lion Monument before free time to perhaps take a trip up a nearby mountain and shop for delicious chocolates and precision timepieces. (Buffet Breakfast / Dinner)
Day 13 - Lucerne – Paris (2 nights) Travelling through picturesque scenery we head towards Basel and the French Border. Entering France we pass vestiges of the Maginot line at Belfort as we travel into Burgundy resplendent with vineyards, castles and picturesque villages. Finally we arrive in Paris, where tonight you may well wish to enjoy a tour of the city’s illuminations. Buffet Breakfast)
Hotel: Holiday Inn La Villette (2 nights)
Day 14- Paris sightseeing & at leisure This morning our sightseeing tour with a local guide features a drive along the Champs Elysées from the Place de la Concorde to the Arc de Triomphe. Then we will see spectacular monuments such as Notre Dame Cathedral and also ascend the Eiffel Tower to the second level by elevator for stunning views over the city. Then free time to perhaps take an excursion to the Palace at Versailles or to shop in the chic boutiques. Tonight we will get together with our travelling companions for a Farewell Dinner in a local bistro – a wonderful way to complete our tour of Europe! (Buffet Breakfast / Farewell Dinner)
Day 15 - Paris – USA This morning it’s ‘au revoir’ to your Tour?Director and Paris as we transfer you to Charles de Gaulle Airport for your return flight to America. (Buffet Breakfast)

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