Tour European Whirl (End London, Small Group, 12 Days) | Visit United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland

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Mercure City Leonardo Rumer Hof Novotel Mestre Castellana A. Roma Lifestyle Hilton Metropole Grand Europe Evergreen Laurel

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Luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries or alternative transportation (such as rail journeys)

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Explore Rome, Florence and Paris with a Local Specialist Discover Amsterdam, Heidelberg, Munich, Innsbruck, Venice and Lucerne Visit a glassblowing factory in Venice and St. Peter’s Basilica in Rome View the canals in Amsterdam, the Golden Roof in Innsbruck, St. Mark’s Square in Venice, the ancient sites in Rome, the Chapel Bridge in Lucerne and the Eiffel Tower and Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris See the Lorelei Rock and the vineyards of Burgundy Scenic Cruise along the canals of Amsterdam, the Rhine River and by private launch to St. Mark’s Square in Venice Connect With Locals Eight generations of history with plenty of stories to tell. Enjoy a traditional Be My Guest lunch with the Landi family at their home near Florence, set within a garden of oak trees against the backdrop of Tuscan vineyards and olive groves. Dive into Culture Witness the exquisite craft of glassblowing, a delicate tradition that generations of Venetian craftsmen have perfected over the centuries. MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Learn about the history and ancient skill of Venetian glassblowing, playing your role in ensuring the survival of this traditional craft through your visit. All hotel tips, charges and local taxes All porterage and restaurant gratuities An expert Travel Director and professional Driver Audio headsets for flexible sightseeing Breakfast daily and up to half of your evening meals Cherry-picked hotels, all tried and trusted Drop-off if you stay at the Trafalgar recommended London hotel, booked through Trafalgar Eurostar high-speed train from London to Brussels Must-see sightseeing and surprise extras Optional Experiences and free time The services of a Trafalgar Local Host when you stay at Trafalgar’s recommended London hotel

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All guests travelling with Trafalgar through December 31, 2022 are required to be fully vaccinated against Covid-19, which may include a booster shot to keep the vaccination status current and valid, depending on the travel destination. Children not eligible for vaccination and/or booster at the time of travel must provide a verifiable and negative Covid-19 test result, taken within 72 hours prior to the start of the tour (taking time zones into consideration) for all tours departing until December 31, 2022. While highly recommended, COVID-19 vaccinations and boosters are no longer required for guests traveling with us from January 1, 2023 onward. It is your client’s responsibly to comply with specific vaccine and/or booster requirements imposed by airlines and/or authorities in the destinations visited, as well as requirements for accessing restaurants and venues, which may be more restrictive than the above. No refunds will be given if they are unable to undertake some or all of their vacation due to failure to comply with these requirements.

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1 Welcome Reception 1 Be My Guest 11 Breakfasts 2 Dinners 1 Farewell Dinner

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The services of a guide are included

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Others

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Flights

International flights are not included

Optional

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Day 1 Day 1: Eurostar™ To Brussels And On To Amsterdam
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 1: Eurostar™ To Brussels And On To Amsterdam

A brief interlude with the British capital this morning sees us meet our Travel Director before travelling to London’s St. Pancras International where we will board the Eurostar™ for a high-speed train journey to Brussels and a luxury coach journey to Amsterdam. Enjoy an orientation of this historic Dutch city before joining your fellow travellers and Travel Director for a Welcome Reception dinner cruise on its canals.
Day 2 Day 2: Journey To The Rhineland And A Scenic Cruise
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 2: Journey To The Rhineland And A Scenic Cruise

Driving through the lush landscapes of the Netherlands and Germany, we arrive in Boppard where we board a cruise along the Rhine to St. Goar, passing vineyard-clad hills and medieval castles perched above riverside towns. Arriving in the Baroque city of Heidelberg, we explore its iconic and unexpected highlights before travelling to your hotel.
Day 3 Day 3: Off To Innsbruck
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 3: Off To Innsbruck

Crossing the Swabian Alps on the edge of the Black Forest, we arrive in the Bavarian capital of Munich. Our orientation takes us past the Hofbrauhaus, reputedly the most famous Beerhall in the world, and the neo-Gothic Town Hall which dominates the Marienplatz. We cross the Austrian border next, arriving in Innsbruck, the capital of the Alps. Admire the Gothic, Renaissance and Baroque architecture of the Old Town, including Emperor Maximilian’s famous Golden Roof with its ornate façade and consider an evening of traditional Tyrolean entertainment.
Day 4 Day 4: Onwards To The Canals Of Venice
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 4: Onwards To The Canals Of Venice

Journey through the emerald-green landscape along the Brenner Pass into Italy and across the Dolomite Mountains to Venice. We cruise the beautiful Venetian lagoon by private launch to the gateway of Venice, St. Mark’s Square. View the ornate Doge’s Palace and the Bridge of Sighs, so named for the sound made by condemned prisoners as they took one last longing look at their beautiful city before meeting their fate. Then, Dive Into Culture and enjoy a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience where you’ll witness the centuries-old craft of Venetian glassblowing. You’ll learn how the master craftsmen shape the molten glass to make the exquisite and delicate works of art that adorn homes all over the world and perhaps be inspired to buy your own souvenir as a reminder of this special visit. There’s time later to enjoy the city your way. Get lost in Venice, cross bridges and discover hidden campi where locals share their daily stories over a glass of Venetian Spritz.
Day 5 Day 5: All Roads Lead To Rome
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 5: All Roads Lead To Rome

Travel south across the Veneto Plain, passing Bologna and the dramatic Apennine Mountains as well as the green and golden fields of Lazio before reaching Rome, the ’Eternal City’. En route, we Connect With Locals over lunch at a Be My Guest experience and enjoy true Tuscan hospitality with a local family on their private estate in the Chianti countryside.
Day 6 Day 6: Discover Ancient Rome And The Vatican City
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 6: Discover Ancient Rome And The Vatican City

Our first stop today sees us discover the divine beauty of the Vatican City. We’ll visit St. Peter’s Basilica with a Local Specialist to view Michelangelo’s Renaissance masterpiece, the Pietà. We continue to Ancient Rome to view the iconic Colosseum and Circus Maximus, once the site of exhilarating chariot races centuries ago. The afternoon is yours to explore the city on your terms. Sit on the Spanish Steps savouring a tasty gelato, shop up a storm on the trendy Via Corso or perhaps join an Optional Experience to see the magnificent frescoed ceiling of the Sistine Chapel.
Day 7 Day 7: Continue To Renaissance Florence
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 7: Continue To Renaissance Florence

From Rome, we travel north through the rolling countryside of Tuscany and along the Arno valley to the ’Cradle of the Renaissance’, Florence. Delve into the rich Medici heritage of this beautiful medieval city with your Local Specialist. Visit what was once the political hub of the city, Piazza della Signoria, with its impressive sculptures and stunning palazzi. View the imposing Duomo, crowned by Brunelleschi’s dome, and the Baptistery, renowned for its sculptured bronze doors.
Day 8 Day 8: Across The Alps To Lucerne
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 8: Across The Alps To Lucerne

Drive via the scenic Italian Lakes District, across the Alps into beautiful Switzerland, where we’ll spend the next two nights in the medieval lakeside city of Lucerne. Tonight, why not consider an optional Swiss Folklore Show?
Day 9 Day 9: Explore Lucerne
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 9: Explore Lucerne

This morning, view the mournful, mortally wounded lion hewn from rock to commemorate the Swiss Guards who lost their lives defending Louis XVI. Walk along the flower-lined 14th-century covered Chapel Bridge, crossing the river Reuss. Or join an exciting Optional Experience to one of the surrounding peaks for breathtaking views of the Swiss countryside. We have some time later to discover the best Swiss chocolates in town.
Day 10 Day 10: On To Captivating Paris
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 10: On To Captivating Paris

Crossing the border into France this morning, we travel past the picturesque vineyards and country towns of Burgundy en route to the ’City of Lights’. Spend some time this evening strolling along the Seine and grand boulevards in search of a cosy bistro for fine French cuisine or consider an Optional Experience to a colourful Parisian cabaret.
Day 11 Day 11: Discover The Sights Of Paris
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 11: Discover The Sights Of Paris

Join a Local Specialist today for a sightseeing tour of this romantic city. View the sophisticated Champs-Élysées, Place de la Concorde, the 19th-century Arc de Triomphe, honouring those who fought for France, and Notre Dame Cathedral, then enjoy a stroll through the Latin Quarter. Our European Whirl almost at its end, we spend the evening with fellow travellers and our Travel Director, enjoying a Farewell Dinner in a local bistro.
Day 12 Day 12: Cross The English Channel To London
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 12: Cross The English Channel To London

Travel past poignant World War I battlefields to the coast and board a cross-channel ferry to Dover, where we are greeted by the famous white cliffs. We continue by local coach to London where our amazing adventure ends.

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European Whirl (End London, Small Group, 12 Days)

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Itinerary of your trip European Whirl (End London, Small Group, 12 Days)

Day 1: Eurostar™ To Brussels And On To Amsterdam

Day 2: Journey To The Rhineland And A Scenic Cruise

Day 3: Off To Innsbruck

Day 4: Onwards To The Canals Of Venice

Day 5: All Roads Lead To Rome

Day 6: Discover Ancient Rome And The Vatican City

Day 7: Continue To Renaissance Florence

Day 8: Across The Alps To Lucerne

Day 9: Explore Lucerne

Day 10: On To Captivating Paris

Day 11: Discover The Sights Of Paris

Day 12: Cross The English Channel To London

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