Scenic Europe 2009 (15 Days starting from $3,225)

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Scenic Europe 2009
15 Days starting from $3,225

Countries Visited:
Belgium, France, Germany, Italy, Switzerland, United Kingdom

Length:	15 Days
Type:	First Class Europe & Britain 2009
Category:	Discovery
Operator:	Trafalgar
Tour Code:	ESEN-2009

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About This Tour

Cities Visited:
England, Belgium, Germany, Switzerland, Italy, France

Visit the big cities of Europe - London, Paris, Rome, Venice, Lucerne Brussels and more! Including unique features such as a TGV train ride from Paris to Lyon, a Rhine River Cruise, a canal cruise by private motor launch in Venice and an excursion to Monaco to see the Casino.

What's Included
Itinerary
Dates & Prices
Sightseeing
Details
SPECIALS

Sightseeing Highlights

London: Sightseeing tour.
Dover: See the White Cliffs.
Brussels: Orientation includes the Grand Place, Royal Palaces, Atomium and Manneken Pis.
Cologne: See the gothic Cathedral.
Rhine Valley: Cruise past the Lorelei Rock (weather permitting).
Heidelberg: View the castle.
Schaffhausen: View the falls.
Lucerne: Orientation including the old town and the Lion Monument.
Venice: Canal cruise by private motor launch. See St. Mark''s Square, Doge’s Palace and the Bridge of Sighs. Visit a traditional glass-blowing factory.
Rome: Sightseeing tour includes views of the Forum, Colosseum and Circus Maximus plus visits St. Peter’s Basilica.
Florence: Sightseeing includes Signoria Square, the Duomo plus visit to Santa Croce Basilica.
Pisa: View the Leaning Tower.
Nice: See the Bay of Angels.
Paris: Sightseeing includes views of Arc de Triomphe and Notre Dame plus ascent of the Eiffel Tower.
Monaco: See the Monte Carlo Casino and Grand Prix circuit.
Bruges: See the cobbled streets and canals.

Dining Highlights

1 buffet breakfast and 1 continental breakfast in London.
11 hot buffet breakfasts.
4 three-course dinners.
Local highlight restaurant dinner with wine on the French Riviera.
Farewell Dinner with wine in Paris.

19 included meals in total (see day-by-day itinerary)

First Class Travel Highlights

All hotel service charges and tips, baggage handling fees and local taxes included.
Touring by luxury air-conditioned coach with reclining seats and a washroom onboard.
The services of one of Trafalgar''s top professional multi-lingual Tour Directors.
A qualified local city guide in Rome, Florence and Paris.
The services of a Trafalgar Representative at your London hotel.
Cross-channel ferry.
Stay in twin-bedded rooms with private facilities.
High-speed TGV train from Lyon to Paris.
Airport transfers are provided on Day 15.
A stylish wallet, tour documents and map book journal.

Airport Transfers
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport departure transfer will arrive at the airport at 08.00 on Day 15.

London Gateways: Transfers can be expensive, particularly between the airport and your London hotel. But when you book your Trafalgar tour and take advantage of our land and air packages, we have included a FREE transfer to and from London’s airports and your Trafalgar London hotel. For passengers who have their own flight arrangements we offer you the opportunity to purchase inexpensive transfers to and from London’s Heathrow – Trafalgar has negotiated special rates for the Dot2Dot transfer from London’s Heathr
Important – Please Note: Passengers will only be entitled to transfers to and from London Airports providing the following conditions are met:
For included transfers: Your flights must be booked directly by Trafalgar no fewer than 21 days prior to departure. For chargeable transfers: Your Travel Agent provides detailed flight information to Trafalgar no fewer than 21 days prior to departure. Once transfers are booked they cannot be changed.
For London arrivals, you must stay at a London hotel booked by Trafalgar on the night of arrival and the night prior to your departure date.
Trafalgar only includes one inbound and one outbound transfer.
In the event of flight delays outside of Trafalgar’s control, the transfers will be deemed to be cancelled.
All transfers are based on group transfers. No refund is therefore available for missed transfers, or passengers not using this service.
In the event of unforeseen events (such as road or rail works, strikes or demonstrations), Trafalgar will not be responsible for delayed or cancelled transfers.
Heathrow Airport: National Express Dot2Dot will pick up and drop off in time to meet all flights to/from London’s Heathrow Airport. For guests arriving at the Dot2Dot desk after 22.00 hrs please make use of the courtesy phone to arrange your transfer to your Trafalgar hotel.
Gatwick Airport Passengers who have booked Trafalgar’s Land and Air packages arriving at London’s Gatwick Airport are provided with a Gatwick Express train voucher. The Gatwick Express train journey from Gatwick Airport to London’s Victoria Station takes 30 minutes. Guests then need to make their way from Victoria Station to their Trafalgar hotel.
European Gateways: With Trafalgar all passengers will receive complimentary arrival and departure transfers on the scheduled arrival and departure day of their tour at the times specified below. Please ensure your Travel Agent reserves your flight to co-ordinate with the transfer times shown.
Trafalgar Bonus - Passengers who book Trafalgar''s Land+Air package and who arrive or depart outside of these specified times on the scheduled arrival and departure day of the tour will also be provided with a transfer.
Passengers arriving before or leaving after the scheduled tour days are not entitled to a transfer but may book and purchase one through Trafalgar providing that they also purchase the additional pre and/or post tour hotel night(s) from Trafalgar. Please ask for prices of transfers at the time of booking your extra night accommodation.
Land only passengers arriving or departing on the scheduled tour arrival or departure days but whose flights don''t coincide with the listed transfer times below may also book and purchase these transfers. Flight details must be provided to Trafalgar not less than 21 days before the flight departure.
Click here to see scheduled transfer times.

Day 1- Depart USA Overnight flight to London.

Day 2- Arrive London (2 nights) Welcome to London!

Hotel: Park Plaza County Hall (2 nights)

Day 3 - London sightseeing & at leisure On our first full day in London many major sights are included in our morning sightseeing tour including Buckingham Palace and Westminster Abbey. The remainder of the day is at leisure to explore this vibrant city. (Buffet breakfast)

Day 4 - London – bruges – Brussels A warm welcome from our Tour Director as we drive to Dover for our short sea crossing to Calais in France. Over the border we drive through the Belgian countryside to medieval Bruges where we can walk along the cobbled streets beside the peaceful canals. Then on to Brussels where orientation includes the Atomium, the Royal Palaces and a walk to see the Manneken Pis. Later we enjoy a Welcome Drink with our Tour Director and travelling companions. (continental breakfast)

Hotel: NH Grand Place Arenberg

Day 5 - Brussels – Rhine Cruise – Heidelberg – Rhineland (Karlsruhe) Our first stop today is at Cologne to see its gothic cathedral. Then we travel via Bonn, Beethoven''s birthplace, to Boppard for a relaxing Rhine cruise. We will disembark in St. Goar and continue on by coach to view Heidelberg Castle before arriving at our Rhineland hotel for the night. (Buffet breakfast / Dinner)

Hotel: Renaissance

Day 6 - Rhineland (Karlsruhe) – Black Forest – Rhine Falls – Lucerne This morning after breakfast, we drive through the Black Forest to admire the mighty Rhine Falls at Schaffhausen. Then we continue into Switzerland, and soon arrive at lakeside Lucerne. After dinner in our hotel, why not sample the fun of an optional Swiss folklore evening? (Buffet breakfast / Dinner)

Hotel: Schiller

Day 7 - Lucerne – Venice (Mestre) Our orientation tour shows us the Lion Monument and the old town walls and our Tour Director shows us a Hidden Treasure as well! Later, enjoy awesome scenery as we head into Italy and via Milan to magical Venice. (Buffet breakfast / Dinner)

Hotel: Antony

Day 8 - Venice (Mestre) – Rome (2 nights) This morning relax and take in the sights of this city on an included canal cruise by private motor launch to St. Mark''s Square, where we view the Bridge of Sighs and the Doge’s Palace before witnessing a demonstration of the ancient art of glass-blowing. Later, we cross the fertile Po Valley to Bologna and join the Autostrada del Sole across the Apennine Mountains to Rome, the Eternal City, for our two-night stay. (Buffet breakfast)

Hotel: Aran Mantegna (2 nights)

Day 9 - Rome sightseeing & at leisure After breakfast our day begins with a guided tour which includes our excellent audio system and local guide. We visit St. Peter''s Basilica in the Vatican, which includes the moving Pieta of Michelangelo and St. Peter''s Square. Then we cross the Tiber to overlook the Forum and the mighty Colosseum and to see the Circus Maximus, scene of ‘Ben Hur’ style chariot races. Later, enjoy time at leisure to do as you please, you may wish to shop, relax with a cappuccino at a pavement café or visit the Sistine Chapel and the catacombs. (Buffet Breakfast)

Day 10 - Rome - Florence This morning we travel through the hill towns of Umbria and the Chianti wine-producing region of Tuscany to Florence, cradle of the Renaissance. On our arrival a walking tour, with a special audio system and a local guide, will include the cathedral, baptistery, Signoria Square and a visit to the Santa Croce Basilica. The area around this basilica is now the centre of the Italian luxury goods trade. You''ll have time to shop here before dinner at the hotel this evening. (Buffet breakfast / Dinner)

Hotel: Holiday Inn

Day 11 - Florence - Pisa - Nice (2 nights) Our first stop this morning is at Pisa to see its intriguing Leaning Tower. From here we continue past the marble quarries of Carrara and along the Motorway of Flowers, via Genoa, birthplace of Christopher Columbus, to the French border. Soon after we visit the Principality of Monaco where we see the Monte Carlo casinos. Then onto Nice, capital of the spectacular French Riviera, and we enjoy a Highlight Dinner in a local restaurant this evening. (Buffet breakfast / Highlight Dinner)

Hotel: Ellington (2 nights)

Day 12 - Nice – at leisure This morning after breakfast enjoy a full day at leisure to savour the relaxed ambience of the Côte d''Azur. Why not lounge on the beach, enjoy a stroll along the elegant Promenade des Anglais, shop in the boutiques or visit medieval St. Paul de Vence? (Buffet breakfast)

Day 13 - Nice – Lyon – TGV Train – Paris (2 nights) After breakast today a scenic drive takes us through Provence to Lyon, where we board our rapid and supremely comfortable TGV train. The journey will take us through Burgundy''s fertile vineyards to the fascinating city of Paris, where we spend the next two nights. This evening the chance to enjoy one of the world famous Parisian cabaret shows! (Buffet breakfast)

Hotel: Pullman Paris Rive Gauche (2 nights)

Day 14 - Paris sightseeing & at leisure First with a local guide we drive from the Place de la Concorde along the Champs Élysées to the Arc de Triomphe and then ascend to the second level of the Eiffel Tower by elevator for amazing views over the city. Next we enjoy views of Notre Dame Cathedral and the Pont Alexandre III. Our Tour Director reveals another Hidden Treasure to us today. Afterwards, there''s time on your own to perhaps shop for next year''s fashions, or relax and watch the world go by in one of the chic pavement cafés. On your last night, enjoy a Farewell Dinner with your Tour Director and new-found friends. (Buffet Breakfast / Farewell Dinner)

Day 15 - Paris - USA This morning we bid farewell to Paris as our tour comes to an end. (Buffet breakfast)

Free airport transfers: Return transfer from the last hotel will arrive at Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport at 08.00.

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Touring Date	Land Only	Land + Air	Single (Land Only)	Single (Land + Air)
4/3/2009 - 4/16/2009	$3,425	Call Us	Call Us	Call Us
4/10/2009 - 4/23/2009	$3,425	Call Us	Call Us	Call Us
4/17/2009 - 4/30/2009	$3,425	Call Us	Call Us	Call Us
4/24/2009 - 5/7/2009	$3,425	Call Us	Call Us	Call Us
5/1/2009 - 5/14/2009	$3,450	Call Us	Call Us	Call Us
5/8/2009 - 5/21/2009	$3,450	Call Us	Call Us	Call Us
5/15/2009 - 5/28/2009	$3,535	Call Us	Call Us	Call Us
5/22/2009 - 6/4/2009	$3,450	Call Us	Call Us	Call Us
5/29/2009 - 6/11/2009	$3,450	Call Us	Call Us	Call Us
6/5/2009 - 6/18/2009	$3,450	Call Us	Call Us	Call Us
6/12/2009 - 6/25/2009	$3,450	Call Us	Call Us	Call Us
6/19/2009 - 7/2/2009	$3,425	Call Us	Call Us	Call Us
6/26/2009 - 7/9/2009	$3,350	Call Us	Call Us	Call Us
7/3/2009 - 7/16/2009	$3,350	Call Us	Call Us	Call Us
7/10/2009 - 7/23/2009	$3,350	Call Us	Call Us	Call Us
7/17/2009 - 7/30/2009	$3,350	Call Us	Call Us	Call Us
7/24/2009 - 8/6/2009	$3,350	Call Us	Call Us	Call Us
7/31/2009 - 8/13/2009	$3,350	Call Us	Call Us	Call Us
8/7/2009 - 8/20/2009	$3,350	Call Us	Call Us	Call Us
8/14/2009 - 8/27/2009	$3,350	Call Us	Call Us	Call Us
8/21/2009 - 9/3/2009	$3,390	Call Us	Call Us	Call Us
8/28/2009 - 9/10/2009	$3,450	Call Us	Call Us	Call Us
9/4/2009 - 9/17/2009	$3,450	Call Us	Call Us	Call Us
9/11/2009 - 9/24/2009	$3,450	Call Us	Call Us	Call Us
9/18/2009 - 10/1/2009	$3,450	Call Us	Call Us	Call Us
9/25/2009 - 10/8/2009	$3,450	Call Us	Call Us	Call Us
10/2/2009 - 10/15/2009	$3,450	Call Us	Call Us	Call Us
10/9/2009 - 10/22/2009	$3,450	Call Us	Call Us	Call Us
12/24/2009 - 1/6/2010	$3,225	Call Us	Call Us	Call Us

All Land & Air Prices: Additional taxes and fees will apply, please visit www.trafalgar.com/taxesandfees. Airline fuel surcharges are included in the base fare. Additional restrictions will apply; please visit www.trafalgar.com/restrictions. Prices shown are from New York City (Europe vacations), Los Angeles (South Pacific & Asia vacations) and Miami (South America vacations). * This list indicates brochure rates and dates. For single travellers purchasing the twin-share option, please note that there is a no smoking policy in all shared rooms. Please note: In addition to being sold out or on a request basis only, a tour departure may not be displayed on this site for operation reasons.** For details on discounts that apply to this tour please refer to a brochure or see your Travel Agent. The displayed prices are based on twin-share accommodation. A single supplement price is available on request.

London
Dover
Bruges
Brussels
Cologne
Rhine Valley
Heidelberg
Schaffhausen
Lucerne
Venice
Rome
Florence
Pisa
Nice
Paris

All Land & Air Prices: Additional taxes and fees will apply, please visit www.trafalgar.com/taxesandfees. Airline fuel surcharges are included in the base fare. Additional restrictions will apply; please visit www.trafalgar.com/restrictions. Prices shown are from New York City (Europe vacations), Los Angeles (South Pacific & Asia vacations) and Miami (South America vacations).
* This list indicates brochure rates and dates.
** For single travellers purchasing the twin-share option, please note that there is a no smoking policy in all shared rooms.
Please note: In addition to being sold out or on a request basis only, a tour departure may not be displayed on this site for operation reasons.
For details on discounts that apply to this tour please refer to a brochure or see your Travel Agent.
The displayed prices are based on twin-share accommodation. A single supplement price is available on request.

CURRENT SPECIALS:

Take advantage of Trafalgar's great savings and discounts

Take advantage of Trafalgar's great savings and discounts.

EARLY PAYMENT DISCOUNT - Save up to 10%

Many Trafalgar tours sell out months before the departure date, so book NOW to avoid disappointment.The earlier you pay, the more you save! If you book and pay in full you'll save up to 10% off the Land-only portion of your trip. Below is our Early Payment Saving options - pay between:

4-6 months SAVE 2.5%

7-9 months SAVE 5%

10-12 months SAVE 7.5%

1 year or more SAVE 10%

All tours must be booked and paid for in full for this discount to apply. This discount does not apply to our Free & Easy Series, Greek Cruises, Egypt, European Express tour and extra night accommodation.*When booking our Basel to Amsterdam River Cruise please check our River Cruise brochure for the savings and discounts exclusions. Conditions apply.

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SAVE ON YOUR 2nd TOUR - Save 5%

Book two Trafalgar holidays, each 8 days or longer for a reduction of 5% off the land portion of the tour with the shortest duration. Take three tours and save on two! Ask your travel professional for suggestions on your perfect tour combination.

IMPORTANT: Tours are combinable with second and subsequent additional tours. Tours must be booked at the same time. Discount is per person only and does NOT apply to our Free & Easy Series, Cruises, Egypt and extra night accommodation or any combination of a tour plus a cruise or rail journey as shown in brochures. Please see our Trafalgar brochures for their saving or discount exclusions. Conditions apply.

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TRAVEL WITH FRIENDS - Save 5%

A party of five or more friends - Travel with 5 to 8 friends or family members on the same tour and everyone will receive a discount of 5% off the Land portion of the tour.

A party of 9 or more friends - Further significant savings are available for larger groups of friends and families traveling together. Ask your Travel Agent for full details.

IMPORTANT: Space is limited to one group per motorcoach, so book early! These discounts cannot be combined with any other rooming, Young Traveler or Triple Room Discounts. Names of all passengers traveling must be advised to Trafalgar at the time of booking in order to qualify. These discounts do not apply to extra night accommodation, are not combinable with our Frequent Traveler offer and are not available on Winter tours, Free & Easy Series, Cruises, Egypt, Turkey, Israel and Greece tours. Conditions apply.

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YOUNG TRAVELER AGES - SAVE 10%

Share your holiday memories with your family and take advantage of a discount on the Land-only portion of your tour. Young Travelers must be under the age of 18 years old on the tour departure date, and MUST be accompanied by and adult (limit of one young traveler per room).

On all escorted tours, children under 5 years old are NOT accepted. The Young Traveler must be the specified age at the time of travel to be eligible for this discount. This discount cannot be combined with our TRAVEL WITH FRIENDS DISCOUNTS, and is limited to one young traveler discount per room. It also does not apply to our Free & Easy Series, Cruises, Egypt, Turkey or Israel tours, extra night accommodation or London and gateway accommodation. Conditions apply.

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SINGLE TRAVELER room share and save

One of the great benefits of Escorted Travel is the ease of traveling solo, and with Trafalgar we make it simple by offering the following options:

Guaranteed Room Share

When traveling alone, we understand that some clients do not want to incur the expense of an additional single room supplement. With this in mind, on the majority of our itineraries, Trafalgar offers you the opportunity to purchase these tours on a 'room sharing' basis. We will accommodate you with a fellow passenger of the same sex on a 'twin room' basis (non-smoking rooms only). Please note that regrettably, we cannot guarantee that room mates will be of a similar age group. Even so, it is an enjoyable way to travel and get to make new friends and a positive way to stretch your vacation budget further. If we fail to match you we will provide a single room at no extra cost.

This service does not apply to our Free & Easy Series, Cruises, European Express tour, Egypt, Turkey, Israel and extra night accommodation. Conditions apply.

Single Supplement Value

If you prefer the privacy of your own room, you'll appreciate our low single room supplement.

TRIPLE ROOM DISCOUNT

Travel with three people, sharing one room and each of you will receive a discount off the land-only portion of your tour price. Each itinerary page will list the price reduction, see the tour of your choice.

Triple room discounts are based on sharing a twin-bedded room with an extra bed which may be a rollaway. This discount is applicable to itineraries featuring the Triple Room Reduction offer only.

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