EUROPE 11 Embrace the essence of European charm.

Embrace the essence of European charm.

Day 1 : Arrive in london, England

Upon arrival, you will be greeted by our local representative and transferred to your hotel. In the afternoon, you may want to start exploring the lively British capital. Uniformed hosts are available to help you make the most of your stay.

Day 2 : London (B)

A full day to savor our richprogram of optional activities: take a panoramic tour of London’s landmarks, visit the Tower of London, or choose an excursion to Windsor Castle. Tonight, may be a leisurely cruise on the Thames River?

Day 3 : London / Amsterdam Area, Holland (B)

Leave London in the early morning and head through the lush English countryside to the Channel port, where you board your FERRY for the Continent. Here, you meet your Tour Director and join your luxury coach for the drive to the Amsterdam area.

Day 4 : Amsterdam Area / Rhineland, Germany (B,D)

Today, enjoy sightseeing in Amsterdam, with a Local Guide pointing out the city highlights. Later, a CANAL CRUISE to see the town from water level, then watch the cutting and polishing of precious stones at a DIAMOND CENTER. In the afternoon, travel southwards to reach the Rhineland for an overnight.

Day 5 : Rhineland / Romantic Road / Rothenburg / Munich (B,D)

Start the day with a scenic drive along the shores of the Rhine or opt for a Rhine cruise. Next, a drive along the Romantic Road, through towns and villages protected by medieval towered gates and battlements, with squares of half-timbered houses and richly decorated fountains. A fine example of this architecture is the center of Rothenburg, where you stop awhile. Overnight in Munich.

Day 6 : Munich / Innsbruck, Austria / Venice Area, Italy (B,D)

Travel from Munich to Austria for a stop in the capital of the Tyrol, Innsbruck. In the afternoon, drive over Brenner Pass into the Dolomites to admire this unique natural wonder before the descent into the Piave Valley to the Venice area.

Day 7 : Venice / Montecatini (B)

The included orientation tour starts with a BOAT RIDE and is followed by a chance to watch Venetian GLASSBLOWERS fashion their delicate objects as they did centuries ago. Then, southwards into the hilly Tuscan countryside to reach Montecatini for two overnights.

Day 8 : Montecatini / Excursion to Florence (B,D)

Begin your day with a WALKING TOUR that features most of the city highlights. You will see Piazza Santa Croce; beautiful Piazza Signoria; Palazzo Vecchio; Loggia dei Lanzi; and, to top it all, Piazza del Duomo and its cathedral with the Giotto Campanile, and the magnificent East Door of the Baptistry, known as the “Gate of Paradise.” Later, join the optional excursion to see the Leaning Tower of Pisa.

Day 9 : Montecatini /Lugano, Switzerland / Lucerne Area (B)

Across the Lombardy plains this morning to Canton Ticino’ssubtropical resort of Lugano. Here you take a break to stroll along the lakeside promenade before your motorcoach climbs towards the St. Gotthard Tunnel. Emerge on the Germanspeaking side of Switzerland, then descend into the gentle landscape around the Lucerne area.

Day 10 : Lucerne Area / Paris, France (B)

This morning, visit the LION MONUMENT and CHAPEL BRIDGE before joining an optional boat trip. Then, vistas of green pastures and attractive chalets with rustic timbering and luxuriant flowers. Enter France via the comfortable highway, past some of its most famous vineyards, to Paris. Arrive in time to enjoy an optional cabaret show.

Day 11 : Paris (B)

Included sightseeing with a local expert shows off many of the best-known Parisian sights: La Sorbonne, Arc de Triomphe, Opera, Madeleine, the Eiffel Tower, the Pyramid near the Louvre, the Invalides, and Champs Elysees. Optional excursions are also available to visit some of the highlights and, to celebrate the success of your tour, a French farewell dinner might be just the ticket.

Day 12 : Paris (B)

After breakfast, depart for the airport and your return flight home,with fond and magical memories of your holiday.

INCLUSIONS

• 11 Nights accommodation on Twin Sharing Basis
• Daily Breakfast + 4 Dinners
• Services of a Professional Tour Director
• Round-trip transportation between London and the Channel ports; on the Continent, private first-class air-conditioned motorcoach. Cross- Channel ferry; canal transfer boat in Venice
• Visits to Rothenburg, Innsbruck, Venice, Montecatini, Lugano, Lucerne

EXCLUSIONS

• International and Domestic Airfare
• Tips, Porterage and any personal items
• Lunch and Dinner
• Visa charges
• Service Tax