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2012

Multi-country Tours

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Tour Code - HY

14 days Paris to Amsterdam Paris, Lucerne, Lugano, Florence, Rome, Venice, Munich, Rhineland, Amsterdam

All inclusive prices starting at: $2819

The name already tells you that this trip from Paris to Amsterdam is paced to give you  a quick taste of Europe. Start with a special welcome dinner  with wine at a fine Parisian restaurant on your first night. Enjoy two-night stays in Paris, Rome, Venice and Amsterdam including major sights like the second floor of the Eiffel Tower in Paris, Michelangelo's David in Florence, the Colosseum and Sistine Chapel in Rome, and St. Mark's Square and Basilica in Venice. In Florence, a special  dinner at a local restaurant is included. Sightseeing in all major cities is with a Local Guide. Enjoy an overnight stay in Lugano, a private boat transfer in Venice, a cruise down the romantic Rhine, and a canal cruise in Amsterdam, as well as stops in Ferrara, Innsbruck, Austria, in picturesque Rothenburg in Germany, and an overnight stay in Munich. This is the best way to see Europe in Two weeks.

Meals

  • Breakfast - 13
  • Lunch - 0
  • Dinner - 7

Standard Features

PARIS: Welcome dinner at a local restaurant; guided sightseeing, ascend the Eiffel Tower.
LUCERNE: Walking tour including the Lion Monument and the Chapel Bridge.
PISA: Marvel at the legendary Leaning Tower
FLORENCE: Dinner at a local restaurant; guided sightseeing, visit Michelangelo's David, the cathedral, and Signoria Square.
ROME: Guided sightseeing, visit the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel, St. Peter's Square and Basilica, the Colosseum and Roman Forum.
FERRARA: Walk along Este Castle to the cathedral.
VENICE: Private boat ride; guided walking tour, visit St. Mark's Square, Doges' Palace and the Bridge of Sighs; glassblowers' demonstration.
INNSBRUCK: Walk through the Old Town to the Golden Roof.
MUNICH: Orientation drive.
ROTHENBURG: Walking tour of the walled town.
RHINE CRUISE.
COLOGNE: Visit the cathedral.
AMSTERDAM: Guided sightseeing including Dam Square, canal cruise; visit a major diamond centre.
Inside visits and special features are shown in UPPERCASE in the tour description, including admission charges where applicable.
MEALS: Full buffet breakfast (B); 8 three-course dinners (D), including a special welcome dinner with wine in Paris and a special Tuscan dinner in Florence.

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Day by Day

DayDescription
1

ARRIVE IN PARIS, FRANCE.

The day is free to rest or to start exploring the splendid French capital. At 6 pm, meet your Tour Director and travelling companions for a special welcome dinner with wine at a local restaurant. (D)

2

PARIS.

Sightseeing with a Local Guide features Arc de Triomphe, Opera, Madeleine, Louvre, Notre Dame Cathedral, and Champs-Elysees. For a panoramic view, take the elevator to the second floor of the EIFFEL TOWER. Afternoon at leisure. An optional excursion to the Palace of Versailles is available. Tonight, a lively cabaret show might just be the ticket. (B)

3

PARIS-LUCERNE, SWITZERLAND.

A comfortable ride skirting Fontainebleau Forest and through the vineyards of Burgundy to the Swiss border. Enjoy vistas of the Alps as you arrive in picture-book Lucerne. (B,D)

4

LUCERNE-LUGANO.

Admire Thorwaldsen's LION MONUMENT and walk through the Old Town, then cross the famous covered CHAPEL BRIDGE to the Jesuit Church. Why not join an optional excursion to the top of the mountain? Next, admire the towering majesty of the Swiss Alps and St. Gotthard on the way to Lake Lugano. You may wish to join an optional boatride followed by dinner on spectacular Lake Lugano. (B)

5

LUGANO-PISA, ITALY-FLORENCE.

Past Italy's commercial capital of Milan, reach Pisa, where you stop for pictures of its amazing Leaning Tower. Arrive in Florence, the "Cradle of the Renaissance." Time to explore the many gold and leather shops, then, enjoy dinner with Tuscan specialties at a local restaurant. (B,D)

6

FLORENCE-ROME.

During your walking tour with a Local Guide, visit Michelangelo's celebrated David in the ACADEMY OF FINE ARTS. Admire the magnificent cathedral, Giotto's Bell Tower, and the Baptistry's heavy bronze "Gate of Paradise." Also visit sculpture-studded SIGNORIA SQUARE. Next, a fast and easy ride on the Highway of the Sun to the a "Eternal City." (B)

7

ROME.

Sightseeing with your Local Guide starts with a visit to the VATICAN MUSEUMS and SISTINE CHAPEL, world famous for Michelangelo's ceiling paintings. Continue to monumental ST. PETER'S SQUARE and BASILICA. Cross the Tiber and visit the COLOSSEUM and the ROMAN FORUM, where Roman legions marched in triumph. Then, time for independent activities and exciting optional excursion possibilities. (B)

8

ROME-FERRARA-VENICE.

Afternoon break in Ferrara. Walk along the impressive Este Castle to the marble cathedral. Browse through the attractive little shops before continuing to the Adriatic coast. Exciting optional activities are available. (B)

9

VENICE.

Enter Venice in style by PRIVATE BOAT. Highlights of your walking tour with a Local Guide are ST. MARK'S SQUARE and its basilica, lavish DOGES' PALACE and the BRIDGE OF SIGHS. Also watch skilled GLASSBLOWERS fashion their delicate objects. (B,D)

10

VENICE-INNSBRUCK, AUSTRIA-MUNICH,GERMANY.

Leave Italy on spectacular Brenner Pass, which leads through the barrier of the Tyrolean Alps to Austria. In Innsbruck, enjoy a pleasant stroll through quaint medieval lanes to Emperor Maximilian's GOLDEN ROOF before continuing through the Bavarian Alps to Munich, Germany's "Secret Capital." How about a stein of beer at the famous Hofbrauhaus tonight? (B)

11

MUNICH-ROTHENBURG-RHINELAND.

Your orientation drive features Munich's most famous landmarks: Olympic Stadium, 304.8 metres (1,000 feet) high Television Tower, and the 17th century Nymphenburg Palace. Then, continue through the Swabian Jura to Rothenburg for a walking tour of this walled town. Enjoy free time before continuing to the Rhineland. (B,D)

12

RHINELAND-COLOGNE-AMSTERDAM, HOLLAND.

This morning's highlight is a romantic RHINE CRUISE past castle crested hills, terraced vineyards, and the Lorelei rock. Then, continue to Cologne and visit the awesome twin-spired gothic CATHEDRAL before travelling through the Dutch region best known as the locale of A Bridge Too Far on the way to Amsterdam, capital of Holland. (B,D)

13

AMSTERDAM.

A Local Guide shows you the 700-year-old city, including Dam Square with the Royal Palace, and the Rijksmuseum. The highlight is a CANAL CRUISE past patrician mansions, gabled facades, and humpback bridges. Next, visit a major DIAMOND CENTRE or one of Amsterdam's famous museums. The afternoon is at leisure, and an optional excursion to Volendam can be arranged. (B)

14

AMSTERDAM.

Your holiday ends with breakfast this morning. (B)

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Dates/Prices

NB: All prices listed are per person

May 2012

Start DateEnd DateAvailabilityTwin ShareSingle
05 May 201218 May 2012On Request $3249 AUD $3949 AUD Hotel List
12 May 201225 May 2012On Request $3249 AUD $3949 AUD Hotel List
19 May 201201 Jun 2012On Request $3249 AUD $3949 AUD Hotel List
26 May 201208 Jun 2012On Request $3249 AUD $3949 AUD Hotel List

Jun 2012

Start DateEnd DateAvailabilityTwin ShareSingle
02 Jun 201215 Jun 2012On Request $3249 AUD $3949 AUD Hotel List
09 Jun 201222 Jun 2012On Request $3249 AUD $3949 AUD Hotel List
16 Jun 201229 Jun 2012On Request $3249 AUD $3949 AUD Hotel List
23 Jun 201206 Jul 2012On Request $3249 AUD $3949 AUD Hotel List
30 Jun 201213 Jul 2012On Request $3249 AUD $3949 AUD Hotel List

Jul 2012

Start DateEnd DateAvailabilityTwin ShareSingle
07 Jul 201220 Jul 2012On Request $3249 AUD $3949 AUD Hotel List
14 Jul 201227 Jul 2012On Request $3249 AUD $3949 AUD Hotel List
21 Jul 201203 Aug 2012Open $3249 AUD $3949 AUD Hotel List
28 Jul 201210 Aug 2012Open $3249 AUD $3949 AUD Hotel List

Aug 2012

Start DateEnd DateAvailabilityTwin ShareSingle
04 Aug 201217 Aug 2012Open $3249 AUD $3949 AUD Hotel List
11 Aug 201224 Aug 2012Open $3249 AUD $3949 AUD Hotel List
18 Aug 201231 Aug 2012Open $3249 AUD $3949 AUD Hotel List
25 Aug 201207 Sep 2012Open $3249 AUD $3949 AUD Hotel List

Sep 2012

Start DateEnd DateAvailabilityTwin ShareSingle
01 Sep 201214 Sep 2012Open $3249 AUD $3949 AUD Hotel List
08 Sep 201221 Sep 2012On Request $3249 AUD $3949 AUD Hotel List
15 Sep 201228 Sep 2012On Request $3249 AUD $3949 AUD Hotel List
22 Sep 201205 Oct 2012Open $3249 AUD $3949 AUD Hotel List
29 Sep 201212 Oct 2012Open $3249 AUD $3949 AUD Hotel List

Oct 2012

Start DateEnd DateAvailabilityTwin ShareSingle
06 Oct 201219 Oct 2012Open $3249 AUD $3949 AUD Hotel List
13 Oct 201226 Oct 2012Open $3249 AUD $3949 AUD Hotel List

Nov 2012

Start DateEnd DateAvailabilityTwin ShareSingle
10 Nov 201223 Nov 2012Open $2819 AUD $3422 AUD Hotel List

Dec 2012

Start DateEnd DateAvailabilityTwin ShareSingle
08 Dec 201221 Dec 2012Open $2819 AUD $3422 AUD Hotel List

Accommodation Prices

Pre & Post TourCityStart DateEnd DateSingle PriceTwin PriceTriple Price
POSTAmsterdam01 Jan 201225 Dec 2012 $216 AUD $168 AUD $154 AUD
PREParis01 Jan 201231 Dec 2012 $331 AUD $173 AUD $173 AUD

Charges

TypeNamePrice
OPTIONALGratuity134 AUD

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Tour Code - HY

14 days Paris to Amsterdam Paris, Lucerne, Lugano, Florence, Rome, Venice, Munich, Rhineland, Amsterdam

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Optional Excursions

To help plan your leisure time, as well as your pre-tour budgeting, here is a list of optional excursions that may be offered on this tour. Availability is subject to sufficient participation, weather conditions, seasonal suitability, group interests, and general feasibility for your tour. Please note prices may be based on the previous year and are subject to change. Full terms and conditions are contained in the important travel documents.

PriceDetails
71  EUR

Name: A VENETIAN NIGHT OUT INCLUDING TRANSFER
Location: VENICE
Description: Travel by private water taxi along the splendid Grand Canal to a fine Venetian restaurant. Taste four mouth-watering courses of local specialties and wine or soft drinks. After dinner, time to explore romantic Venice.
124  EUR

Name: DINNER AND SHOW AT LA NOUVELLE EVE
Location: PARIS
Description: No visit to Paris is complete without a night out at the cabaret! A whirling international dinner show (unlimited wine) at Pigalle's one and only LA NOUVELLE EVE.
166  EUR

Name: DINNER AND SHOW AT MOULIN ROUGE
Location: PARIS
Description: An exciting evening at the world-renowned Parisian cabaret. Dinner with half a bottle of wine is served during the show and a glass of champagne completes your evening in style.
61  EUR

Name: EXCURSION TO THE PALACE OF VERSAILLES
Location: PARIS
Description: Take a short journey out of Paris with your local guide to the lavish 17th-century baroque palace built by Sun King Louis XIV, with its magnificent STATE APARTMENTS, Hall of Mirrors, and the Royal Chapel. Time to stroll through parts of the elegant 101 hecatare (250-acre) GARDENS. Note: This excursion is not available on Mondays and public holidays.
27  EUR

Name: FAMOUS HOFBRAUHAUS
Location: MUNICH
Description: Enjoy a stein of beer in the Festival Hall of the HOFBRAUHAUS, where Bavarian musicians never fail to put everyone in a genuine "Oktoberfest" mood.
38  EUR

Name: GONDOLA SERENADE
Location: VENICE
Description: Enjoy a ride in a traditional gondola, gliding through centuries-old canals, under famous arched bridges, past lavish palaces and quaint piazzas, serenaded by live music.(gondola for 6 people)
69  EUR

Name: LAGOON CRUISE AND MEAL IN BURANO
Location: VENICE
Description: Cruise past the islands of Santa Elena, San Michele and the famous Lido to picturesque Burano island, renowned for its lace making and colourful houses. Savour a mouth-watering meal, drinks included. Free time to shop and stroll.
68  EUR

Name: LUGANO LAKE CRUISE AND DINNER
Location: LUGANO
Description: Embark your private boat for a relaxing cruise on breathtaking Lake Lugano. See the quaint former fishing village of Gandria, and learn about the local traditions and dishes in a typical Swiss grotto surrounded by the nature. Also cruise past Campione d'Italia, an Italian enclave on Swiss territory, and the charming church of Madonna dei Ghirli.
58  EUR

Name: MOUNT PILATUS
Location: LUCERNE
Description: A spectacular panoramic view over Central Switzerland from 2133.6 metres (7,000 feet) up, via the world's steepest cogwheel railway (inclination 48 degrees) as well as the silent aerial tramway and panoramic gondolas.
59  EUR

Name: ORIENTATION DRIVE & ROMAN DINNER
Location: ROME
Description: Enjoy an unforgettable drive through some of the more exclusive streets of the "Eternal City". Marvel at the impressive piazzas, fountains and ancient buildings in all their majesty and much more. This tour will include a four-course dinner with wine and soft drinks, at a popular Roman restaurant.
38  EUR

Name: ROMAN HIGHLIGHTS
Location: ROME
Description: A guided stroll through the historical centre of Rome: your Tour Director will propose a tailor-made itinerary featuring some of the city's authentic jewels. For instance: Trastevere and its basilica of Santa Maria, or the baroque district, Campo de' Fiori, the Pantheon, San Luigi dei Francesi, famous Piazza Navona, Via dei Condotti, Piazza del Popolo with its church of Santa Maria del Popolo and displays of Caravaggio paintings.
37  EUR

Name: SEINE CRUISE AND MONTMARTRE
Location: PARIS
Description: Discover more of beautiful Paris with a cruise on the Seine river and a visit to the artistic district of Montmartre, famous for the white-domed Basilica of the Sacre Coeur.
58  EUR

Name: SWISS FOLKLORE PARTY AND LUNCH
Location: LUCERNE
Description: A real taste of Switzerland! Swiss folklore, alphorns, yodelling, and traditional instruments entertain you as you enjoy a typical three-course lunch including cheese fondue and two drinks.
32  EUR

Name: THE BULB FIELDS AND KEUKENHOF
Location: AMSTERDAM
Description: Drive past outstanding flower fields to Keukenhof Park and celebrate spring when the 32-hectare (79-acre) park will be a feast for the eyes with 7 million bulbs in bloom. Amateur and professional photographers, as well as art devotees, will also appreciate the pieces by famous Dutch and foreign artists around the park.
25  EUR

Name: VILLE LUMIERE - ILLUMINATION DRIVE
Location: PARIS
Description: Enjoy a drive through the illuminated city and learn why Paris is called the "City of Lights"; a vision to last a lifetime!
59  EUR

Name: VOLENDAM, ITS WINDMILL, CHEESE FARM AND DUTCH DINNER
Location: AMSTERDAM
Description: Visit a Dutch cheese farm and windmill, before enjoying a typical Dutch dinner with drinks in a local restaurant in the quaint fishing village of Volendam, where many inhabitants still wear traditional costumes.
 
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