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- Day 1 Welcome to London The vibrant British capital where you will spend the next two nights, enjoying the pomp and pageantry of a city that effortlessly combines old and new. Locations Visited: London GB.
- Day 2 Discover Historic London Join a Local Specialist this morning for a tour to see the iconic sites of London, including Big Ben, the imposing Houses of Parliament and Westminster Abbey. Spend a leisurely afternoon shopping on Carnaby Street, consider visiting one of London’s museums or wander along the Thames watching ambitious Londoners pound the pavements. Locations Visited: London GB.
- Day 3 Eurostar™ to Brussels and on to Amsterdam This morning, meet your Travel Director before traveling to London’s St. Pancras International to board the Eurostar™ for a high-speed journey to Brussels. Continue by luxury coach to Amsterdam, where you’ll enjoy an orientation tour of this historic Dutch city before joining your fellow travelers and Travel Director for a dinner cruise on the canals. Locations Visited: London GB, Brussels BE, Amsterdam NL.
- Day 4 Journey through the Rhine Valley and a Scenic Cruise Drive through the landscapes of the Netherlands and Germany, arriving in Boppard where you'll board a cruise along the Rhine River to St. Goar, passing vineyard-clad hills and medieval castles perched above riverside towns. Arriving in the Baroque city of Heidelberg, explore its unexpected highlights before traveling to your hotel. Locations Visited: Amsterdam NL, Boppard DE, Sankt Goar DE, Heidelberg DE, Rhine Valley DE.
- Day 5 Off to Innsbruck Crossing the Swabian Alps on the edge of the Black Forest, you'll arrive in the Bavarian capital of Munich. The orientation takes you past the Hofbrauhaus, reputedly the most famous Beerhall in the world, and the neo-Gothic Town Hall which dominates the Marienplatz. We will 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 facade and consider an evening of traditional Tyrolean entertainment. Locations Visited: Rhine Valley DE, Munich DE, Innsbruck AT.
- Day 6 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. 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. Locations Visited: Innsbruck AT, Venice IT.
- Day 7 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. Locations Visited: Venice IT, Rome IT.
- Day 8 Discover Ancient Rome and View the Vatican City Our first stop today sees us discover the divine beauty of the Vatican City with a Local Specialist. We continue to Ancient Rome to view the Roman Forum, the walls of 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 savoring a tasty gelato, or shop up a storm on the trendy Via Condotti. Locations Visited: Rome IT, Vatican City VA, Rome IT.
- Day 9 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 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. Locations Visited: Rome IT, Florence IT.
- Day 10 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. View the mournful, mortally wounded lion carved 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. Locations Visited: Florence IT, Lucerne CH.
- Day 11 Explore Lucerne This morning join an exciting Optional Experience to one of the surrounding peaks for breath taking views of the Swiss countryside. We have some time later to discover the best Swiss chocolates in town. Locations Visited: Lucerne CH.
- Day 12 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 Light'. Spend some time this evening strolling along the Seine and grand boulevards in search of a cozy bistro for fine French cuisine or consider an Optional Experience to a colorful Parisian cabaret. Locations Visited: Lucerne CH, Paris FR.
- Day 13 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, honoring those who fought for France, and Notre Dame Cathedral, then enjoy a stroll through the Latin Quarter. Our European Whirl is almost at its end, we spend the evening with fellow travelers and our Travel Director, enjoying dinner in a local bistro. Locations Visited: Paris FR.
- Day 14 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. Locations Visited: Paris FR, London GB.
- Day 15 Journey Home Enjoy an English breakfast at the end of your holiday. Locations Visited: London GB.
Name: European Whirl with Eurostar™ Extension
Brand: Trafalgar
Quality: First Class
Tour Type: Escorted
Start City: London
End City: London
Location Summary: London, GB
Brussels, BE
Amsterdam, NL
Boppard, DE
Sankt Goar, DE
Heidelberg, DE
Rhine Valley, DE
Munich, DE
Innsbruck, AT
Venice, IT
Rome, IT
Vatican City, VA
Florence, IT
Lucerne, CH
Paris, FR
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Highlights
- Dining Summary - 14 Breakfast (B). 4 Dinner (D). 1 Lunch (L).
- Must-see Highlights - Explore London, Rome, Florence and Paris. Discover Amsterdam, Heidelberg, Munich, Innsbruck, Venice and Lucerne. Visit a glassblowing factory in Venice. 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 in Paris. See the Lorelei Rock in Germany and the vineyards of Burgundy. Cruise along the canals of Amsterdam, the Rhine River and by private launch to St. Mark's Square in Venice.
- Iconic Experience - Amsterdam: Cruise along the old waterways with your Travel Director and fellow travelers. Discover the architectural gems of the old city, including mansions dating from the Golden Age of the 17th Century.. Rhineland: Cruise beneath semi-ruined castles and terraced vineyards. Sleepy villages slip by as you saunter upstream to the Lorelei Rock where the enchantress lured sailors to their doom.. Heidelberg: Explore one of Germany's most enchanting cities during an orientation with your Travel Director.. Munich: During your orientation of Munich with your Travel Director, see the Munich Residenz, former home of the Bavarian royal family, the State Opera House, the ornate neo-Gothic Town Hall, the Hofbräuhaus, St Peter’s Church and the famous Marienplatz.. Innsbruck: Nestled amidst majestic mountains, Innsbruck is a beautiful city offering a unique combination of nature, history, and culture. Stroll the streets of the picturesque Old Town and learn about its history with your Travel Director. . Tuscany: View the stunning landscape of Tuscany on your drive today. . 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.. 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..
- MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® - 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..
- Be My Guest - Florence: Eight generations of history with plenty of stories to tell. Enjoy a traditional Be My Guest meal 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..
