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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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Barceló Aran Mantegna Villa Neroli Le Boulevard Lido Grand Europe Renaissance La Défense Park Plaza County Hall

Guide

An expert Travel Director and professional Driver

Transport

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

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Florence: Join Count Miari Fulcis for dinner at his 15th-century organic olive oil estate, used as a location for many famous films like ’Room with a View’ and ’Tea with Mussolini’, and enjoy eight generations of history with plenty of stories. Rome: During an orientation with your Travel Director see the medieval buildings, Renaissance palaces and Baroque churches scattered throughout the city. Vatican: Visit Vatican City and see St. Peter’s Basilica with a Local Specialist. Witness the early genius of Michelangelo as you take in the Pietà. Rome: Experience Rome through the eyes of a local, as a passionate Roman guides you past the city’s most iconic sites. Tuscany: View the stunning landscape of Tuscany on your drive today. Siena: See the Fountain of Joy, striped cathedral and vast Piazza del Campo. Florence: Join a Local Specialist to view the multi-colored marble cathedral, bell tower and baptistery, adorned by Ghiberti’s Gates of Paradise. Visit the political heart of the city, Signoria Square. Florence: See the area around Santa Croce Basilica, famous for the quality of its luxury goods, and witness a gold and leatherwork demonstration. Pisa: During an orientation, your Travel Director will show you the baptistery, cathedral and the famous Leaning Tower of Pisa. Venice: As you journey along some of the water highways of the city, famous sights such as the Doge’s Palace and the Bridge of Sighs come into view and introduce you to Venice before docking near St. Mark’s Square. Switzerland: Marvel at the Alpine landscape as you drive past breathtakingly beautiful mountains and valleys. Lucerne: During an orientation with your Travel Director, see the Lion Monument, Old Town Hall and Chapel Bridge, the oldest wooden covered bridge in Europe. Paris: Join a Local Specialist to discover the hidden squares and secret lanes of Paris. Venice: Discover the ancient skill of Venetian glassblowing and play a part in preserving this traditional craft. Your visit directly supports United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities. Explore Rome, Florence and Paris Discover Siena, Pisa, Venice, Lake Como and Lucerne Visit a glassblowing factory in Venice View the ancient sites of Rome, the Piazza del Campo in Siena, the Leaning Tower of Pisa, Italian Lakes, the Lion Monument and Chapel Bridge in Lucerne, the spectacular alpine scenery of Switzerland, the Eiffel Tower and Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris See the Colosseum in Rome and the vineyards of Burgundy in France Scenic Cruise by private launch to St. Mark’s Square in Venice An expert Travel Director and professional Driver Cherry-picked hotels, all tried and trusted All porterage and restaurant gratuities All hotel tips, charges and local taxes Breakfast daily and up to half of your evening meals Must-see sightseeing and surprise extras Audio headsets for flexible sightseeing Optional Experiences and free time Eurostar high-speed train from Paris to London On occasion, hotels of similar standard and location may be utilized.

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6 Dinner (D) 11 Breakfast (B)

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AVAILABLE ON DAY 2 Piazzas and Fountains of Rome Discover the most charming areas in the city with a Local Specialist. Wander through the labyrinth of narrow streets and beautiful squares of Rome’s historic centre, leading to highlights such as the Trevi Fountain and the Pantheon, as well as hidden corners of the Eternal City. Adult Price: €33.00* * The Optionals and pricing listed here are a guideline only and subject to change. AVAILABLE ON DAY 2 Roman Evening with Dinner Spend a light-hearted evening with us in Rome. Relax and enjoy typical Italian cuisine with drinks and music. Afterwards, we’ll enjoy a drive and provide a glimpse into how Romans enjoy their city. Adult Price: €62.00* * The Optionals and pricing listed here are a guideline only and subject to change. AVAILABLE ON DAY 2 Inside The Vatican & Colosseum We skip the lines at the Vatican Museums for a tour with our Local Specialist that shows not just remarkable works of art collected and commissioned over the history of the Papacy, but also Michelangelo’s amazing ceiling frescoes in the Sistine Chapel. Later, we hear fascinating tales of gladiatorial combat and more on our visit to the Colosseum, again with time-saving VIP entrance. Adult Price: €87.00* * The Optionals and pricing listed here are a guideline only and subject to change. AVAILABLE ON DAY 4 Dinner and Wine in the Tuscan Hills This evening we’ll take a scenic drive to experience a fun and relaxed evening at a friendly, typical restaurant in the countryside. The chef will delight our senses with regional dishes, made with freshly-bought ingredients from the local farmers’ markets. Your delicious meal will be accompanied by excellent wines from the vineyards for which this area is so well known. In short, a Tuscan dream come true in an authentic setting. Adult Price: €65.00* * The Optionals and pricing listed here are a guideline only and subject to change. AVAILABLE ON DAY 4 Tuscan Dinner at Villa Machiavelli Through the Chianti hills, we’ll drive past vineyards to a delightful hamlet. Our destination is the ancient stone house of Machiavelli, where the great political theorist wrote his immortal work, ‘The Prince’. After a welcome drink and a visit of the villa and its wine-cellars, we’ll enjoy the best of Tuscan cuisine accompanied by great music and drinks, including of course, Chianti from the Villa’s own vines. Adult Price: €68.00* * The Optionals and pricing listed here are a guideline only and subject to change. AVAILABLE ON DAY 4 Discover Palazzo Vecchio Marvel at the legacy of the Medici as you visit Palazzo Vecchio, the symbol of Florence’s political power for over seven centuries. With our Local Specialist we’ll visit the wonderful "Hall of the Five Hundred", dedicated to the Medici dynasty. We’ll also visit rooms decorated with masterpieces by famous artists of the Renaissance like Michelangelo and Donatello. Adult Price: €42.00* * The Optionals and pricing listed here are a guideline only and subject to change. AVAILABLE ON DAY 5 Gondolas & the Grand Canal On arrival in Venice, a private boat will be waiting to take you to St Mark’s Square, where you’ll enjoy a gondola ride while being serenaded by local musicians. Later, private water taxi’s will take you along Venice’s Grand Canal, where you’ll admire the magnificent palazzos and Rialto Bridge. Adult Price: €70.00* * The Optionals and pricing listed here are a guideline only and subject to change. AVAILABLE ON DAY 6 Hidden Venice & St. Mark’s Basilica Experience magnificent St. Mark’s Basilica and its glittering gold mosaics the best way possible - with VIP entrance and a Local Specialist! Then delve into the city’s labyrinth of back alleys and canals, bridges and secret squares - enchanting neighbourhoods that you would never find on your own, all explained and brought to life by a true Venetian! Adult Price: €34.00* * The Optionals and pricing listed here are a guideline only and subject to change. AVAILABLE ON DAY 6 Lagoon Cruise to Burano with Food and Drinks Join us as we discover the Venetian Lagoon by private boat. You will enjoy a delicious meal with a selection of drinks on the fishermen’s island of Burano, famous for its multi-coloured houses - a real photographer’s paradise. Adult Price: €72.00* * The Optionals and pricing listed here are a guideline only and subject to change. AVAILABLE ON DAY 7 Swiss Dinner by the Lake Tonight, we’ll enjoy a delicious Swiss meal that includes the famous Swiss cheese fondue in a typical local restaurant. Its Lakeside location and well-placed terrace will ensure a relaxing evening enjoying the hearty Swiss menu. Two drinks are included. Adult Price: Fr.95.00* * The Optionals and pricing listed here are a guideline only and subject to change. AVAILABLE ON DAY 8 Mount Pilatus And Lake Cruise We’ll ascend by cog-wheel train to Mount Pilatus’ summit, where you’ll have time to explore, admire the views, and breathe the pure air. Then, we’ll descend by cable-car to enjoy a scenic lake cruise. On certain departures this Optional may be operated in reverse. Adult Price: Fr.113.00* * The Optionals and pricing listed here are a guideline only and subject to change. AVAILABLE ON DAY 8 Swiss Countryside & Carriages A chance to get to know the Swiss, you’ll meet local farmers and enjoy a delightful countryside tour in horse-drawn carriages. Soak up the stunning scenery as we trot around a typical rural community, en route to a farm where you’ll savour local drinks and snacks. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Adult Price: Fr.67.00* * The Optionals and pricing listed here are a guideline only and subject to change. AVAILABLE ON DAY 9 Moulin Rouge Cabaret And Dinner It’s world famous for a reason, and this is your chance to see the real-life inspiration behind the award-winning movie. This Parisian institution features 60 dancers and entertainers with over 1,000 costumes to create a dazzling spectacle. You’ll enjoy wine, dinner and Champagne during this unforgettable soirée at the original Parisian Cabaret! Adult Price: €165.00* * The Optionals and pricing listed here are a guideline only and subject to change. AVAILABLE ON DAY 10 Seine Cruise and Paris Illuminations To truly see Paris in all its glory, you need to see it from the Seine. Enjoy a cruise along this famous river and take in unmatched views of the Notre Dame Cathedral and the Eiffel Tower. Afterwards, we’ll drive through the City of Lights to see some of the fascinating sights this beautiful city has to offer. In summer, this trip may take place before sunset. Adult Price: €38.00* * The Optionals and pricing listed here are a guideline only and subject to change. AVAILABLE ON DAY 10 Versailles Palace And Gardens Built for the Sun King, Louis XIV, the Palace of Versailles was the envy of every European ruler, but loathed by the French commoners, which lead to the French Revolution. Step inside the opulent world of Versailles and our Local Specialist will take you through the palace’s Hall of Mirrors and State apartments. Then, enjoy free time to wander the symmetrical, tree-lined gardens. Please note: this optional is subject to availability and involves reservation and entrance pre-payments. Cancellation within 24 hours will incur a 50% cancellation fee. Adult Price: €73.00* * The Optionals and pricing listed here are a guideline only and subject to change. AVAILABLE ON DAY 10 Montparnasse and Napoleon’s Tomb Take the fastest elevator in Europe to the Panoramic Observation Deck for unbeatable views of the Eiffel Tower and all of the city’s iconic monuments. The highest rooftop terrace in Paris offers a breath-taking 360-degree view, with all of Paris at your feet! We’ll also visit the Dôme des Invalides with our Local Specialist to see Napoleon’s final resting place. Adult Price: €51.00* * The Optionals and pricing listed here are a guideline only and subject to change.

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Day 1 Day 1: Welcome To Rome
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 1: Welcome To Rome

Benvenuto a Roma – what was once the ’Capital of the World’ is today a vibrant city filled with Italian zest for life and centuries of celebrated history. Enjoy some free time to explore before joining your fellow travelers and Travel Director for dinner and an orientation drive to kick off your unforgettable European adventure.
Day 2 Day 2: Explore The Ancient Sights Of Rome
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 2: Explore The Ancient Sights Of Rome

Venture to the center of Christianity and the great square that bears the name of the first ’bishop of Rome’, St. Peter. Join your Local Specialist for a sightseeing tour that includes a visit to St. Peter’s Basilica, where we will have an opportunity to see Michelangelo’s sorrowful Pietà hewn from the most perfect block of Carrara marble. We cross the Tiber River to see the ancient sites of Rome, including the mighty Colosseum and Circus Maximus. Imagine the thunderous roar of thousands of exhilarated spectators cheering their chosen chariots to victory. This afternoon there is time to explore the city on your terms. Perhaps toss a coin in the Trevi Fountain to secure your return to Rome or embark on an Optional Experience to visit the Vatican and Forum.
Day 3 Day 3: Admire Siena On The Way To Florence Connect With Locals
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 3: Admire Siena On The Way To Florence Connect With Locals

Travel into the scenic Tuscan hills to medieval Siena with its honey-stone façades. View the Piazza del Campo, where the exhilarating Palio horse race takes place, and see ornate medieval palaces and the 14th-century marble Duomo. Spend some free time seeking out your favorite hand-painted ceramics to take home as souvenirs. Continue to Florence, the ’Cradle of the Renaissance’, where you’ll spend the next two nights. Tonight, Connect With Locals over dinner for a special Be My Guest experience at a magnificent Tuscan villa.
Day 4 Day 4: Discover Renaissance Florence
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 4: Discover Renaissance Florence

The extraordinary art and architecture of Florence are celebrated during our guided walking tour with a Local Specialist. You’ll view the exquisite marble Duomo and visit Piazza della Signoria with its palazzi and magnificent art, including a replica of Michelangelo’s David statue. View the Ponte Vecchio bridge, the only bridge over the River Arno that the fleeing German army did not destroy during World War II. Learn about the quality and workmanship of two of this city’s historic industries during demonstrations of Florentine leathercraft and 18-carat gold. Later, you’ll have time to explore the city on your own. Consider a visit to the Uffizi Gallery or wander through the Boboli Gardens of Pitti Palace – the choice is yours.
Day 5 Day 5: Onwards To Pisa And Venice
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 5: Onwards To Pisa And Venice

Travel to Pisa today and to the Square of Miracles to view the famous Leaning Tower and Italy’s largest Baptistery. Cross the Apennine hills and flat Veneto plains to the island city of Venice. The rest of the day is yours to relax and soak up the sights and sounds of the ’Queen of the Adriatic’. Consider joining an Optional Experience and explore the labyrinthine canals of Venice by gondola before dinner.
Day 6 Day 6: Explore The Canals Of Venice Make Travel Matter
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 6: Explore The Canals Of Venice Make Travel Matter

Embark on today’s unforgettable MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience as you witness first-hand the centuries-old tradition of Venetian glassblowing using the same techniques that have been handed down through the generations. 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. Next, take to the water and cruise by private launch to the gateway of Venice, St. Mark’s Square. Join your Travel Director to see the iconic and unexpected highlights of the city - the ornate Doge’s Palace and Bridge of Sighs, St. Mark’s Basilica and the Campanile with its five bells. The rest of the day is yours at leisure or consider joining an Optional Experience to the island of Burano for a delicious traditional meal that would make any Italian mamma proud.
Day 7 Day 7: Off To Lucerne
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 7: Off To Lucerne

We travel through the Italian Lake District bound for Switzerland this morning, we continue through the alpine landscapes, past Lugano and through the St. Gotthard tunnel into central Switzerland, where we’ll spend the next two nights in the medieval lakeside city of Lucerne.
Day 8 Day 8: Uncover Lucerne’S Treasures
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 8: Uncover Lucerne’S Treasures

Enjoy an orientation of Lucerne with your Travel Director. You’ll see the Lion Monument and pay tribute to the Swiss Guards who lost their lives during the French Revolution, before heading to the picturesque wooden Chapel Bridge, lined with pretty pink, white and purple blooms. Spend the rest of the day at leisure ambling past the beautifully painted façades in the Old Town. Shop for luxurious Swiss chocolate or consider joining an Optional Experience to one of the surrounding mountains to admire panoramic views.
Day 9 Day 9: Journey To Paris
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 9: Journey To Paris

Cross the French border and what remains of the Maginot Line, journeying through the rolling vineyard-clad hills of Burgundy, one of France’s most prominent wine regions. Arriving in Paris later this afternoon, we join our fellow travelers and Travel Director for a Dinner celebrating the end of our European adventure.
Day 10 Day 10: Discover Magical Paris
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 10: Discover Magical Paris

Join a Local Specialist this morning for a guided tour along the grand Champs-Élysées and Place de la Concorde. View Notre Dame Cathedral and enjoy a stroll through the Latin Quarter.
Day 11 Day 11: Catch The Eurostar To London
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 11: Catch The Eurostar To London

Transfers are provided to Paris Gare du Nord station, where you’ll board the Eurostar™ train to London. The journey time to London St. Pancras International is 2 hours and 20 minutes.
Day 12 Day 12: Journey Home
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 12: Journey Home

After an English breakfast, bid farewell to your epic adventure through Europe.

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European Splendour (End London, 12 Days)

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Itinerary of your trip European Splendour (End London, 12 Days)

Day 1: Welcome To Rome

Day 2: Explore The Ancient Sights Of Rome

Day 3: Admire Siena On The Way To Florence Connect With Locals

Day 4: Discover Renaissance Florence

Day 5: Onwards To Pisa And Venice

Day 6: Explore The Canals Of Venice Make Travel Matter

Day 7: Off To Lucerne

Day 8: Uncover Lucerne’S Treasures

Day 9: Journey To Paris

Day 10: Discover Magical Paris

Day 11: Catch The Eurostar To London

Day 12: Journey Home

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