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CIT Tours provides a lifetime of enriching travel experiences for individuals, families and groups to destinations throughout Europe.

Our team of destination experts, many born & raised in Europe or with a European family background, can expertly design & craft that once-in-a-lifetime vacation you dream of. So, if you have a love of beautiful unspoiled countryside, or of history and artistic treasures; if you have a love of basking in glorious Mediterranean sunshine, of music and opera, or if you are simply, just in love, then we guarantee that you will love CIT Tours’ Enchanting Europe & the Best of Italy.

We have carefully selected destinations within Europe which will open up new horizons and pleasures for you at very affordable prices. From the romance that is Venice with its bustling canals to the serenity of Italy’s magnificent lakes; experience the tranquillity of France’s wine regions or be awed by the majesty of Scotland’s mountains & lochs. If you value your independence, then you’ll love our flexible arrangements. Not only can you mix and match from any of the ingredients in our brochure – you can add more!

Visit our web-site at cittours.ca for a full array of vacation choices. Whatever extras you want, from additional locations, coach tours, private tastings & experiences, just ask! Working with your travel agent our team of experts has the knowledge & the expertise to create that extra-special vacation.

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Europe all the way TaBlE OF CONTENTSRail Tours | 4

Independent Tours | 14

Wine & Gourmet Tours | 18

City Breaks | 22

Small-Group Coach Tours | 26

Escorted Coach Tours | 28

Car Rentals | 30

Terms & Conditions | 31

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RMilan • Como • Venice • Florence • Rome • Pompeii • Sorrento • Capri

WhaT’S INCludEd:• 13 nights hotel accommodation (as selected)

• Hotel taxes & service charges

• Continental buffet breakfast daily

• Lunch & dinner on Day 11 plus lunch on Day 12

• Rail travel with reserved seats between cities

• Guided tours, as indicated, including entrance fees and multilingual guide

• Private car transfers between train stations, airports and hotels (except Como hotel to rail station)

• Venice transfers include full-service

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Como Plinius albergo Terminus

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Rome Regno Victoria

From the lakeside city of Como to the many splendours of Rome, this tour encompasses many of Italy's most famous cities, comfortably & conveniently by high-speed rail.

Day 1 & 2 Milan | Como On arrival in Milan you will be met and transferred by private car to your Como hotel for check-in. Settle in and then it's time to explore Como at your leisure; relax in the cafes, people watch, drink pure Italian coffee, and absorb the history and elegance of your new surroundings. The remainder of today, and all day tomorrow, is free to relax and explore on your own. (B)

Day 3 Como | Venice This morning make your way to Como's rail station to board your train for the journey east to Venice. Once you arrive in Venice you will be met and guided to your motor-launch & transferred to your hotel. Comprising of more than a hundred small islands, a hundred and fifty canals and more than four hundred bridges, Venice is built like no other city in the world and your afternoon is free to start your exploration of this fascinating city. (B)

Day 4 Venice This morning an experienced guide will escort you through the millennium of life of the Serenissima Republic. Starting at Piazza San Marco where you will admire its most important monuments, walk through Venice's meandering alleys to Campo SS. Giovanni e Paolo before returning through the Mercerie, a vital connection between Rialto Bridge and San Marco and the main street for the city shopping, to San Marco Square. The tour continues with a guided visit of the Palazzo Ducale. The remainder of the day is free to pass as you please. (B)

Day 5 Venice | Florence This morning a guide will lead you to the train station to board a high-speed train to Florence. Sit back and enjoy watching the scenery change as you travel from Veneto through Emilio Romagna to Tuscany. arriving in Florence you will be met and transferred to your hotel by private car. Check-in to your hotel and now it's time to start discovering Florence on your own. (B)

Day 6 Florence This morning enjoy a guided tour of the "Cradle of the Renaissance" - Florence. Start with a drive along the romantic Viale dei Colle up to Piazzale Michelangelo for a fantastic panoramic view of the city. Then a guided walking tour of the historic centre including a visit to the duomo complex, Giotto's Belltower and the ancient Baptistery with its bronze door, before finally arriving to the renowned Galleria dell'accademia to admire the famous david by Michelangelo and other great works. The remainder of the day is yours to spend as you please. (B)

Day 7 Florence | Pisa or Chianti | Florence Today the choice is yours whether to spend the afternoon on a visit to Pisa or enjoy a visit to the Chianti area. Both tours take place during the afternoon with the Pisa tour being a splendid excursion through the Tuscan countryside to the historic university city of Pisa. Or, if Chianti is your choice you’ll travel to the most suggestive areas of Tuscany, known all over the world for its wine and its countryside of unrivalled charm. This tour includes a visit to an ancient hamlet complete with a snack and tasting of its prestigious wines. an early evening return to Florence is planned. (B)

Day 8 Florence | Rome Enjoy breakfast at your hotel before a private car transfer whisks you to the railway station to board a high-speed train with reserved seating to Rome where, on arrival a private car will take you to your hotel. (B)

Day 9 Rome Join us, today, on a small-group walking tour of the Vatican Museums and St Peter's Basilica. With 2000 rooms filled with the most extensive collection of art in the world plus the marvel of the Sistine Chapel. admire the imposing beauty of Saint Peter’s Basilica & experience the beauty of the world famous sculpture La Pietà. The tour ends in St. Peter’s Square and the remainder of the day is yours. (B)

Day 10 Rome Today you can enjoy a leisurely breakfast and some time to explore Rome on your own. Your afternoon tour begins with an arrival at Piazza Venezia, before continuing by foot to the famous Piazza del Campidoglio designed by Michelangelo with a fantastic view of the Roman Forum. Your coach will then continue past the Circus Maximus and the pyramid of Caius Cestius before arriving at the Basilica of St. Paul outside the Walls (visit inside). The tour will be completed with a visit inside the imposing Coliseum. (B)

Day 11 Rome | Pompeii | Sorrento Today an early morning departure sees you travelling to Naples by coach where our local guide will escort you on a walking tour of the historical centre to admire Piazza del Plebiscito, the Royal Palace, Galleria of Umberto and the San Carlo Opera house. The tour then continues to Pompeii for lunch in a local restaurant & a visit to the excavations of this ancient Roman city destroyed by the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 BC. Then on to Sorrento for check-in & dinner at your hotel. (B.l.d)

Day 12 Sorrento | Capri | Rome after breakfast at hotel you'll depart by boat for a full-day tour to the island of Capri. The tour includes a visit of the augustus Garden and a stop at the famous Piazzetta, a visit of Anacapri with its magnificent views and some time at leisure. after lunch at a local restaurant, it is back to Marina Grande to board the return steamer and proceed to Rome by coach, with arrival time at approximately 9:00pm. Overnight accommodation in Rome. (B.l)

Day 13 Rome Today you have an entire day to discover Rome on your own perhaps returning to one of the many places visited during your guided tours or visit one of the many famous shopping areas that Rome has to offer. (B)

Day 14 Rome after breakfast a private car transfer will take you from your hotel to Rome airport for your return flight.

ITaLy | MIChelanGelo TouR 14 days from $3609 to $4559daily departures

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enjoy the splendours of Italy's classic cities - Rome, Florence, and Venice. a first-class rail tour for the independent traveller.

enjoy the comfort, convenience and independence of travelling through Italy’s most important art cities using high-speed trains. The Tiziano Tour combines the eternal City of Rome with the “Cradle of the Renaissance” Florence, plus the Mysterious elegance of Venice wrapped up in a 10-day tour.

Day 1 Rome upon arrival at Rome airport make your way to your selected hotel. after checking in you are free to relax or to begin exploring Rome on your own.

Day 2 Rome This morning enjoy a city tour, which includes a visit to some of the best known monuments of Rome including the Pantheon and Piazza Navona. The tour ends with a visit to St. Peter's Basilica (no inside visit). The remainder of your day is spent at leisure. (B)

Day 3 Rome | Florence Today travel by high-speed train from Rome to Florence. Check in at your selected hotel and the remainder of the day is yours to pass as you choose. (B)

Day 4 Florence This morning enjoy a guided tour of the "Cradle of the Renaissance" - Florence. Start with a drive along the romantic Viale dei Colle up to Piazzale Michelangelo for a fantastic panoramic view of the city. Then a guided walking tour of the historic centre including a visit to the duomo complex, Giotto's Belltower and the ancient Baptistery with its bronze door, before finally arriving to the renowned Galleria dell'accademia to admire the famous david by Michelangelo and other great works. The remainder of the day is yours to spend as you please. (B)

Day 5 Florence | Venice Travel by high-speed train from Florence to Venice. after check-in at your selected hotel the remainder of the day is free to shop or explore Venice. (B)

Day 6 Venice This morning's guided walking tour visits the historic centre of the city and its monuments. Points of interest will include St. Mark's Square, St. Mark's Basilica, the Baptistery, the ducal Palace, the Prisons and the Bridge of Sighs. The afternoon is yours to spend as you please. (B)

Day 7 Venice Today marks the end of your tour. after breakfast you may consider one of the many optional tours available through CIT Tours or travel to the airport for your return flight. (B)

Day 1 Rome upon arrival at Rome airport you will be met and transferred to your hotel by private car. after checking in you are free to explore Rome.

Day 2 Rome Visit the marvellous St. Peter’s Basilica and discover some of the masterpieces of Rome in a half-day tour including Navona Square, the amazing Pantheon and the Trevi Fountain. (B)

Day 3 Rome Today is yours to explore as you please. (B)

Day 4 Rome | Florence Today a private car transfers will bring you from your hotel in Rome to the railway station and then from the station in Florence directly to your hotel. Between cities you’ll travel by high-speed train with reserved seating. (B)

Day 5 Florence This morning enjoy a guided tour of Florence, including a guided walking tour of the historic centre with a visit to the duomo complex, Giotto's Belltower and the ancient Baptistery before finally arriving to the Galleria dell'accademia to admire the famous david by Michelangelo and other great works. The remainder of the day is yours to spend as you please. (B)

Day 6 Florence | Cinque Terre | Florence Today visit the five villages of the Cinque Terre. led by knowledgeable guides you’ll wander through

vineyards & olive groves and visit these isolated & unspoiled fishing villages by foot, by rail & by boat.

Day 7 Florence | Venice a private car transfer will return you to Florence’s train station to take a high-speed train to Venice where you will be met and transferred to your selected hotel by motor-launch - Venice's mode of transportation. The remainder of your day will be at leisure. (B)

Day 8 Venice Enjoy a guided walking tour through the Serenissima Republic. Set out from Piazza San Marco seeing the square’s main attractions, then through the meandering alleys to Campo SS. Giovanni e Paolo before a guided visit of the fabulous Palazzo ducale. The afternoon is free. (B)

Day 9 Venice Today is free to explore on your own or consider one of our many optional excursions. (B)

Day 10 Venice Today your tour ends. a motor-launch will transfer you to Venice's Marco Polo Airport. arrivederci!

ITaLy | leonaRdo TouR 7 days from $1189 to $1649 daily departures

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• Half-day small-group tour of Paris

• Full-day small-group tour of Loire Castles

• Full-day small-group tour of Provence

• Half-day small-group tour of Monaco, Monte Carlo & Eze

• Comfort-class rail travel between cities


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Nice Vendome Splendid Spa

Visit Paris, avignon & nice! Travel at your own pace, soaking up the atmosphere & the 'joie de vivre' of just being in France. We’ve included some ‘must-do’ small-group tours and left lots of time for you to explore on your own. our fully-escorted small-group tours cater for a maximum of 8 people for a more intimate & relaxing experience.

Day 1 Paris Welcome to France! Collect your luggage, clear customs and make your way to your Paris hotel. Check-in and pass the remainder of the day exploring your new surroundings. (an optional airport transfer is available).

Day 2 Paris Enjoy breakfast at your hotel before departing for a small-group tour of Paris’s main attractions. You’ll be picked-up at your hotel and your driver/guide will give you an insight into the history of Paris with its major monuments & historical sites. Your tour ends with a walking tour of Montmartre, the Sacre Coeur, Place du Tertre & Moulin de la Galette. The afternoon is yours to spend as you please in the city of lights, perhaps visiting the louvre Museum or some of Paris' many art galleries, or indulging in some shopping. (B)

Day 3 Loire Castles an early morning departure from your hotel for this full-day excursion to the loire Valley. Your day starts with a visit of the Clos lucé, leonardo da Vinci's last residence & now a shrine to the knowledge and inventions of this Renaissance genius. lunch will be held at Gâteau Breton restaurant (drink included) before the tour makes its way to Chenonceau to visit its beautiful castle. Built on the River Cher in the loire Valley, the Château de Chenonceau is a masterpiece of 16th-century Renaissance architecture. Enjoy some time here before travelling on to today’s final castle, Chambord, famous for its fabulous array of skylights, soaring stairway turrets and chimneys festively dressed up in inlaid mosaic. Early evening return to your hotel in Paris. (B.L)

Day 4 Paris | avignon after breakfast at your hotel make your way to Paris Gare Lyon to board a high-speed train for a journey of just over 2 & a half hours to Avignon. Named the City of the Popes, Avignon retains the indelible mark of the Popes' stay in the city, which was for a while the capital of the Medieval world. Make your way to your hotel for check-in and the remainder of the day to pass as you choose. (B)

Day 5 avignon Today you’ll enjoy a full-day small-group tour of Provence. You’ll be picked-up at your hotel and whisked off to discover the most beautiful monuments & spots in Provence starting in Avignon at St. Benezet Bridge & Pont du Gard plus a visit to the best preserved aqueduct of the Roman period. Next stop will be at Les Baux-de-Provence; as one of the most famous locations in Provence this

very picturesque village combines an outstanding Medieval & Renaissance heritage making it the ‘Flagship of Provence’. After a drive past beautiful villages through the picturesque roads oft-painted by Van Gogh, stop at the antiques in Saint Rémy de Provence; visit Roussillon and enjoy panoramic views of Gordes and, before returning to avignon, enjoy a visit to the lavender museum. (B)

Day 6 avignon | Nice Enjoy breakfast at your hotel before returning to avignon train station to board a high-speed train bound for Nice. In just over 3 hours you’ll arrive in this city surrounded by a rich blue-green sea with diverse shopping, excellent dining and exquisite art-deco façades & second only to Paris in the number of museums and galleries. Check-in to your hotel and set-out to discover Nice. (B)

Day 7 Monaco, Monte Carlo & Eze Today’s small-group tour takes you to Monaco, Monte Carlo & Eze. Experience panoramic views of Nice on the drive to Eze, a Medieval village perched on a narrow rocky peak overlooking the Mediterranean Sea, to take a guided tour of a perfumery. Visit the old town of Monaco and (June-Oct) visit the Palace, see the Changing of the Palace Guards or take a tour of the Monte Carlo Grand Prix circuit. Free time at the Casino or shop at the area's luxurious boutiques or simply watch the ‘rich & beautiful'. Return to your hotel in Nice for overnight accommodation. (B)

Day 8 Nice Enjoy a full-day to pass as you choose, perhaps strolling the celebrated Promenade des anglais or relax in one of the royal blue chairs which line the shore. Or visit Nice's famous Flower Market or Matisse Museum. (B)

Day 9 Nice Today marks the end of your stay in France. at the appropriate time make your way to the airport for your return flight. (B)

FRaNCE | PaRIS & The ChaRMS oF PRoVenCe 9 days from $2079 to $3409daily departures

WhaT’S INCludEd:• 7 nights accommodation in 4★ category hotels



• All arrival & departure transfers

• 2nd class rail travel with reserved seats between cities (German Rail Pass)

• Hop-on Hop-off City Tour in Berlin

• Private Walking Tour in Prague

• Regular City Tour in Vienna

• Private City Tour in Budapest

EuRoPE | CaPITalS & IMPeRIal CITIeS 8 days from $2969 to $2969

Edinburgh • Inverness • Isle of Skye • Glasgow

Berlin • Prague • Vienna • Budapest


• Continental or full Scottish breakfast daily


• 2nd class rail tickets with reserved seats between cities

• Guided tours, as indicated, including entrance fees and English speaking guide

Journey to some of Scotland’s famed castles, ancient monuments & most important historical sites. Journey “over the Sea to Skye" before experiencing the friendly atmosphere & culture of Glasgow.

Travel to the capitals of austria, the Czech Republic, hungary and Germany. discover Berlin and the regal cities of Prague, Vienna and Budapest, all steeped in history, culture, the arts & music.

Day 1 Edinburgh arriving at Edinburgh’s Turnhouse airport make your way to your hotel located in central Edinburgh and enjoy the remainder of the day to explore on your own.

Day 2 Edinburgh Enjoy a leisurely breakfast and a morning to explore on your own before an early afternoon discovery of some Secrets of the Royal Mile. On this walking tour you’ll visit the sites that are tucked away, to see the secrets and hear the tales. Our guide will help unlock Edinburgh’s fascinating past – the culture, crime, politics and people of Scotland’s capital. (B)

Day 3 Edinburgh discover Edinburgh's magical atmosphere as you travel through the city on an open top bus with live commentary in English. You’ll pass all major sites and you can hop-off at any of the seven stops around the city to visit at your own pace (entrance fees not included) and hop back onto the bus as you please. (B)

Day 4 Edinburgh | Inverness Today you’ll travel north from Edinburgh to the highland city of Inverness via high-speed train. arrive at your hotel for check-in, then set out to start exploring the city on your own. (B)

Day 5 Inverness | Isle of Skye | Inverness Today you’ll enjoy a full-day small-group adventure which will take you through some of Scotland's most iconic scenery - past loch Ness and Eilean

donan Castle - to reach the Isle of Skye. here you’ll experience the very best that this magical place has to offer before returning home via the beautiful Black Isle. (B)

Day 6 Inverness | Glasgow Take a morning train from Inverness to Glasgow allowing you a full afternoon in this friendly city. Glasgow City Chambers is located in the very heart of the city on George Square and it is possible to enjoy a free guided tour of this masterpiece of Victorian architecture. (B)

Day 7 Glasgow Today, on a small-group tour you’ll be introduced to the highlights of Glasgow including the Cathedral & Provan’s Lordship, Pollock house, home to the Burrell Collection, then the house for an art lover, the Charles Rennie Mackintosh designed exhibition & design centre, and finally to the Kelvingrove art Gallery and Museum. (B)

Day 8 Glasgow | Stirling | Glasgow On today’s small-group coach tour you’ll experience the highlands' natural forests, lochs and mountains in Loch Lomond National Park and feel Scotland's past in the heartland of its great heroes - Rob Roy, Robert the Bruce and William Wallace - with visits to the Medieval stronghold of Stirling Castle and sample single malt whisky at the Glengoyne distillery. (B)

Day 9 Glasgow Today marks the end of your Royal Scotland tour. (B)

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Day 1 Berlin upon arrival at Berlin airport you will be met and transferred to your hotel for check-in. The remainder of the day is yours to get acquainted with Berlin.

Day 2 Berlin Enjoy breakfast at your hotel and then spend the day exploring Berlin's main monuments and sights with a Berlin Hop-on/Hop-off City tour. You can stay on the bus for a full circle for an orientation tour of Berlin or hop-on & off at 20 different landmarks all around the city at your leisure, including alexander Square, Checkpoint Charlie, Berlin Cathedral, the famous Brandenburger Gate, the Reichstag, Bellevue Castle, Charlottenburg Palace and the Kurfurstendamm, Berlin's liveliest avenue with numerous shops, restaurants, hotels and the Kaiser Wilhelm Memorial Church. (B)

Day 3 Berlin | Prague Breakfast at hotel followed by transfer to Berlin railway station to board a train to Prague. On arrival, a private transfer will take you to your hotel. Check-in and then perhaps head out again to start discovering your new surroundings. (B)

Day 4 Prague Today you'll enjoy a private guided walking tour of Prague featuring the city's most important attractions & intriguing historical sites, such as the Old Town Square with the beautiful St. Nicholas Church & the impressive Old Town hall with its astronomical clock, the Jewish Quarter, famous Charles Bridge and Prague Castle. (B)

Day 5 Prague | Vienna Today sees you travelling to Vienna, austria's charming imperial capital. Enjoy breakfast at your hotel before a transfer service to the railway station. On arrival in Vienna you'll be met and transferred by private car to your hotel. The afternoon is free to spend as you please. (B)

Day 6 Vienna Vienna is considered one of the most romantic cities in the world and today a guided city tour will introduce you to Vienna's most significant sights. You'll admire the magnificent buildings, such as the State Opera house, the Museum of Fine arts & the Natural history Museum, the MaK (Museum of Applied Arts), the Hofburg, Parliament, City Hall and the Burgtheater. (B)

Day 7 Vienna | Budapest Following breakfast, transfer to the train station where you will board a train for the short journey from Vienna to Budapest. upon arrival in Budapest, embark on a private tour of this imperial city visiting both sides of the hungarian capital - Buda and Pest - located on opposite sides of the danube River. (B)

Day 8 Budapest Today marks the end of your Capitals & Imperial Cities tour. Enjoy a leisurely breakfast at your hotel. at the appropriate time you will be picked up and transferred to Budapest airport to start your journey back home. (B)

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• Economy class rail tickets between cities (seat reservations not included)

• Budapest City Tour

• Vienna City Tour & Schönbrunn Palace

• Grand City Tour of Prague & Guard Change


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The european Cities of Prague, Vienna & Budapest are among the most in-demand european destinations. Steeped in history & culture, the independent traveller will find a wealth of things to do & discover while visiting these fascinating imperial cities and return with countless memories of the cuisine, the architecture and diverse history.

Day 1 Budapest On arrival at Budapest airport make your way to your selected hotel. Check in and enjoy the remainder of the day at leisure to get acquainted with your new surroundings. Budapest is a fascinating city that will capture your heart as well as your imagination. Sitting at the crossroads of the West & East and with over 1000 years of history on display, it is often referred to as the Pearl of the Danube. In Budapest you'll find side by side the remains of fortresses and buildings from Roman times, still operating Turkish baths, Gothic and Baroque buildings, and the incredibly rich art Nouveau architectural heritage.

Day 2 Budapest Enjoy breakfast at your hotel and then set out to discover the highlights of hungary’s capital during this half-day guided city tour of Budapest. We start the tour from the Chain Bridge, pass by the Parliament and take the Margaret Bridge to drive over to the Buda side. We stop in the Castle district and during a short walk we show you the main attractions of the area. We walk to Matthias Church and the Fishermen’s Bastion, from where you can enjoy a beautiful panoramic view. Next, we drive to the Gellért hill (Citadel) and show you the most spectacular view of Budapest. We then take you over the Elisabeth Bridge to Pest and show you the famous Central Market hall and the largest Synagogue of Europe, after which we drive to the City Park. We pass by Europe’s largest thermal spa, the Budapest Zoo and the Amusement Park, then stop at the Heroes’ Square with the statues of the most famous hungarian kings & dukes. We continue along andrássy avenue to downtown Pest, passing by the Opera House and the St Stephen’s Basilica. during the tour you will also receive a brief overview of the last 1000 years of hungarian history. The tour ends in the city centre and the rest of the day is free to continue exploring as you please. Overnight accommodation in Budapest. (B)

Day 3 Budapest | Vienna Following breakfast at your hotel, make your way to Budapest railway station for the short train ride to Vienna. Sit back and enjoy the beautiful scenery as you travel into austria. On arrival at Vienna railway station, transfer independently to your selected hotel in central Vienna for check-in. Enjoy the rest of the day at leisure to start exploring the austrian capital on your own. Stroll through the historic centre, visit one of the many museums & art galleries or perhaps stop at the iconic Sacher hotel's café to relax and enjoy a slice of the famous Sacher Torte. (B)

Day 4 Vienna City Tour & Schönbrunn In the morning you'll enjoy a guided tour of austria's Imperial capital which will give you an overall impression of the city's most significant historical sights. along the Ringstrasse we show you numerous grand buildings, such as the MaK, the State Opera house, the magnificent Museum of Fine arts with its world famous art treasures of the habsburgs, the Natural history Museum, the cultural district, the Museums Quartier, the hofburg (the former habsburg winter residence), the Parliament, the City Hall and the Burgtheater. The highlight of this tour will be a visit to the showrooms of Schönbrunn Palace, once the summer residence of the habsburg family and home of Maria Theresa. The tour then proceeds to

the Belvedere Palace which houses the largest and most prestigious Gustav Klimt collection in the world. With our tour ticket you can get a reduction on the entrance fee for the Belvedere Palace. This City Tour ends at Südtiroler Platz and offers a free transfer to State Opera! afternoon at leisure. (B)

Day 5 Vienna | Prague Following breakfast at your hotel, make your way independently to the railway station where you will board a train to Prague. Enjoy wonderful views of the austrian countryside as you travel towards the Czech capital city of Prague. Upon arrival in Prague, make your way to your selected hotel and check-in. The remainder of the day is yours to relax or start exploring this beautiful imperial city on the Vltava River. Proudly nicknamed 'City of a Hundred Spires' and 'Golden City', Prague boasts an extensive & well-preserved historic centre, and is one of the most in-demand European destinations. (B)

Day 6 Prague Breakfast at hotel followed by a half-day guided city tour which will introduce you to Prague's main historic sites & monuments. Enjoy a panoramic minibus tour through the 'City of a hundred Towers' passing by Wenceslas Square, the National Theatre, the famous Charles Bridge which was founded by Charles IV in the 14th century, and the Belvedere, former summerhouse of Queen anna, before continuing through the enchanting lesser Town with the Baroque church of St. Nicolas towards the Old Town Square. We then start our walk to the Prague Castle, residence of Czech rulers since the 9th century, where soldiers of the elite Prague Castle Guard will welcome you at the gates. Observe the ceremonial Changing of the Guard, including a fanfare & the flag ceremony. You'll also see Saint Vitus Cathedral, where the Czech Crown Jewels are kept and King Charles IV is buried. In the Lobkowicz Palace you may enjoy a cup of coffee in a beautiful historic café, before continuing on foot to Malostranske Square where our minibus will wait for us. driving across the Jewish Town, past the oldest synagogue in Europe, we finally reach the Old Town Square, one of the oldest marketplaces in Prague with its historic Town hall and world-famous astronomical Clock featuring the 12 apostles, where the tour ends. The afternoon is free to spend as you please. (B)

Day 7 Prague Today marks the end of your Imperial Triangle tour. Enjoy a leisurely breakfast at your hotel before making way to the airport or railway station.

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• Daily continental buffet breakfast


• Private arrival & departure transfers in Frankfurt, Nuremberg, Munich & Stuttgart

• 2nd class rail travel with reserved seats between cities

• Private Frankfurt City Tour with English speaking driver/ guide

• Nuremberg & Stuttgart walking tour with English speaking guide

• Regular Munich Hop-on/Hop-off bus ticket

• Regular excursion to Neuschwanstein

GERMaNy | SouTh GeRMany 7 days from $3099 to $3259

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• Arrival airport transfer on the Costa del Sol

• Comfort Class rail travel with reserved seats between Malaga & Seville


discover the jewels of Spain's andalusia region. explore Malaga and the Costa del Sol at leisure, then be mesmerized by magnificent monuments, Moorish palaces & quaint historic quarters as you tour Granada, Seville & Cordoba.

enjoy a 7-day independent rail tour through Southern Germany departing from Frankfurt & visiting many historic, architectural & natural wonders. discover some of Germany's most fascinating cities and admire the charming countryside from the comfort of your train carriage.

Day 1 Malaga On arrival at Malaga airport you will be met and transferred to your hotel on Spain's Costa del Sol. Check-in & spend the remainder of the day at leisure.

Day 2 Costa del Sol Enjoy breakfast at your hotel and day at leisure to explore this magnificent coast on your own. Stroll through the old town or set out to discover some of Costa del Sol’s famous beaches. alternatively you can book an optional tour to Gibraltar or Nerja. (B)

Day 3 Granada Morning departure for a full-day guided tour to Granada and the famous alhambra, which until 1492 was the last stronghold of the Moorish Kingdom in Spain and today is Spain’s most visited tourist attraction. Visit the alcazaba fortress, the most antique area of the alhambra complex, the Nasrid Palaces with many intricately decorated rooms and the magnificent Generalife Gardens. You then have free time for lunch and to explore the city centre on your own. Return to your hotel around 7:00pm. (B)

Day 4 Costa del Sol | Seville Today make your way to the railway station where you will board a high-speed train to Seville, capital of Spain’s andalucia region and birthplace of Flamenco. On arrival transfer independently to your selected hotel and enjoy the remainder of the day as you please. (B)

Day 5 Seville Following breakfast, a guided city tour of Seville will introduce you to some of the city’s most emblematic monuments including famous Plaza de España, the magnificent Gothic Cathedral with its Giralda Tower, a striking minaret of the former mosque and the historic Santa Cruz Quarter where narrow alleys & tiny squares with flower decorated houses evoke the romance of times past. The afternoon is free for independent activities. (B)

Day 6 Cordoba Today enjoy a full-day guided tour to Cordoba. Following a scenic one hour drive arrive in Cordoba, a former caliphate city rich in cultural and historic legacy. Visit the stunning Mosque-Cathedral with its golden mosaics and endless row of red & white striped arches, considered the most important Islamic monument in the western world, the Christian King’s alcazar, the Jewish Quarter with its narrow streets & white-washed houses full of flowers and the only Synagogue in andalusia, and the lovely ‘Calle de las Flores’. Free time for lunch or shopping, before returning to Seville in the late afternoon. (B)

Day 7 Seville Today your Southern Jewels Tour unfortunately comes to an end. Enjoy breakfast at your hotel before making your way to Seville railway station or airport to begin your journey back home. (B)

SPaIN | SPaIn’S SouTheRn JeWelS 7 days from $1099 to $1429daily departures

daily departures

Day 1 Frankfurt arriving at Frankfurt airport you will be met and transferred to your hotel. In the afternoon enjoy a private tour of Frankfurt exploring the city including a visit to Goethe’s house, St. Paul’s Church and the hauptwache for a fabulous view of the city.

Day 2 Frankfurt | Nuremberg a private transfer will take you to the train station to board a train to Nuremberg. When you arrive a waiting transfer will bring you to your hotel and then in the afternoon enjoy a 2-hour private walking tour of the historic city centre. (B)

Day 3 Nuremberg | Munich With private transfer for departure and arrival you’ll travel today by rail from Nuremberg to Munich and the remainder of the day is yours to pass as you choose. (B)

Day 4 Munich after enjoying breakfast at your hotel set out with your Hop-on/Hop-off bus ticket to visit Munich. You may disembark at any of the stops and visit the attractions of your choice. Stops include the Pinacoteca, Odeon Square, the National Theatre, Max Joseph Platz, Marienplatz, the City Hall, the Frauenkirche Church and the Viktualienmarkt Street Market. (B)

Day 5 Neuschwanstein Today you will join a regular excursion to visit the most famous castle

in Germany, Neuschwanstein. The castle was built by ludwig II, who was also known as the Mad King because of his unique personality and eccentricities. The Bavarian king commissioned the construction between 1869 and 1886. he wanted it to resemble the Medieval castles of the German knights combined with a neo-romantic style. This castle served as the inspiration for Walt disney when he created the castle of Sleeping Beauty in disneyland. Return to Munich in the afternoon and the remainder of the day free to pass as you choose. (B)

Day 6 Munich | Stuttgart With a private transfer for departure and arrival, you’ll travel today by rail from Munich to Stuttgart and in the afternoon enjoy a tour of the city that is well known for famous car models such as Mercedes Benz and Porsche. (B)

Day 7 Stuttgart | Frankfurt after breakfast at your hotel you will have a transfer to the train station to board your train to Frankfurt and this is where your tour ends. (B)

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RZurich • Lucerne • Mount Pilatus • Golden Pass Line • Interlaken • Jungfraujoch • Montreux

WhaT’S INCludEd:• 5 night hotel accommodation in 4★ centrally

located hotels



• Private transfers from & to Zurich airport with English speaking guide

• Comfort class rail travel between cities with panoramic windows

• Cable car tickets to Mount Pilatus and Jungfraujoch

Journey to the Top of europe on this 6-day Rail Tour experiencing some of the most magnificent mountain & breathtaking lake vistas in europe. Travel to a height of 2,100 metres onboard the world’s steepest cog railway, then leave the alpine landscape behind journeying by the Golden Pass line to lake Geneva & the Swiss Riviera.

Day 1 Zurich | Lucerne Welcome to Switzerland. On arrival at Zurich airport a private car transfer will take you to the railway station to board the train to lucerne. Sit back and admire the beautiful landscape from the panoramic windows of your first class train carriage. upon arrival in lucerne, make your way to your centrally located hotel for check-in. The remainder of the day is yours to explore as you please. Famous for its Medieval bridge, lucerne is one of the most beautiful cities in Switzerland so be sure to visit the historic city centre with its colourful facades.

Day 2 Lucerne | Mount Pilatus | Lucerne Enjoy breakfast at your hotel before travelling aboard the steepest cog railway in the world (up to 48% grade) on a 30 minute ride to the top of Mount Pilatus. Standing approximately 2.100 metres above sea level, Mount Pilatus is one of the highest peaks in the lucerne region. Enjoy the view of lake lucerne and the alps, which are truly spectacular, before returning to lucerne. The afternoon is at leisure to explore on your own. (B)

Day 3 Lucerne | Golden Pass Line | Interlaken Breakfast at hotel. departing lucerne aboard The Golden Pass Line, travel for approximately two hours through the stunning Swiss countryside to Interlaken. Nestled between Thun lake and Brienz lake, Interlaken is a pleasant city that makes the perfect starting point to explore the nearby mountains, including world famous peaks such as Eiger, Mönch & Jungfrau. Your hotel is located only a short walk from the station. The rest of the day is free to explore on your own & enjoy the ambiance of the city. (B)

Day 4 Interlaken | Jungfraujoch | Interlaken Today travel to the top of Europe! Jungfraujoch offers a year-round winter wonderland of snow and ice. disembark at the highest train station in Europe, at an elevation of 3.454 metres. Built in 1912, the train travels approximatgely 9 km high up into the mountains, crossing a tunnel through Mount Eiger. upon arrival, admire the breathtaking views of the aletsch Glacier and the Bernese Oberland (Bernese highland). Return to Interlaken. (B)

Day 5 Interlaken | Golden Pass Line | Montreux Following breakfast at your hotel, make your way to the railway station. We leave the alpine landscape of the Bernese Oberland behind us and travel by Golden Pass line to the Swiss Riviera. The city of Montreux is world renowned for its jazz festival and beautiful setting on lake Geneva. a short walk will take you from the railway station to your centrally located hotel. Check-in and then head out again to perhaps enjoy a leisurely stroll along Montreux’s pleasant lakeside boulevard. (B)

Day 6 Montreux | Zurich Enjoy breakfast at your hotel and the morning at leisure to spend as you please. around noon, board a train for your return journey to Zurich. a private car transfer will then take you to Zurich airport. (B)

SwITZERLaND | SWISS MounTaInS & Golden PaSS lIne 6 days from $3149 to $3429daily departures

Zurich

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• Half-day small-group tour of Versailles

• Half-day small-group Alsace wine tour

• Full-day small-group tour of the Pearls of Alsace


FRaNCE | PaRIS & alSaCe WIneS 7 days from $1649 to $2829

London • Edinburgh • Loch Ness • Glencoe • Highlands

Paris • Strasbourg


• Continental breakfast daily


• 2nd class rail ticket London to Edinburgh

• London Hop-on/Hop-off tour - 24 hours

• Full-day small-group Windsor, Bath & Stonehenge

• Edinburgh Hop-on/Hop-off City Sightseeing tour - 24 hours

• Full-day Loch Ness, Glencoe & Highlands tour

Relax and discover the highlights & rich heritage of Britain replete with stunning scenery, Royal Palaces, fascinating history & real ales, and even search for ‘scary monsters’ as you travel to the Capital Cities of england & Scotland.

Spend three marvellous days in Paris, the world’s most romantic city visiting the main attractions and simply enjoying Paris’s famed joie de vivre, before immersing yourself in the vine-lined hills & wine-producing villages of the alsace Wine Trail.

Day 1 London after arriving at london airport make your way to your selected hotel in central london & the remainder of the day is at leisure.

Day 2 London Today you'll explore london with a 24-hour Hop-on/Hop-off Double Decker Bus tour at your own pace. With over 90 stops on different routes, this extensive tour showcases world renowned attractions such as Buckingham Palace, Tower of London, St. Paul’s Cathedral, Tower Bridge and more. Your ticket also includes a free Walking Tour and a River Thames Boat ride. (B)

Day 3 windsor, Bath & Stonehenge Visit three of the best of British attractions today! See royal Windsor Castle, mysterious Stonehenge and the Roman city of Bath. Visit Windsor Castle where it's hard to believe that it is a working residence, and see why it’s still the Queen’s favourite weekend home! Explore the bustling town that surrounds it at your leisure. In the afternoon spy the mysterious Stonehenge and you’ll see the 5,000 year old monument during this visit to the stones. Your tour ends in England’s first uNESCO World heritage site where you can explore this lovely city as you wish. Entrances are not included in the price of the tour & estimated arrival time back in london is around 7.00pm. (B)

Day 4 London | Edinburgh Board a train for the journey north to the Scottish Capital. On arrival make your way to your hotel. Edinburgh is a city full of royal

connections & magnificent historic sites, so set out and start exploring this magical city on your own. (B)

Day 5 Edinburgh Spend today exploring the Scottish capital's main attractions with a Hop-on/ hop-off city sightseeing tour, showcasing all major tourist attractions including Edinburgh Castle, the Royal Mile, Holyrood Palace and more. (B)

Day 6 Loch Ness, Glencoe & Highlands Today travel through the majestic beauty of Rannoch Moor, Glencoe, the Great Glen & mystic loch Ness. Your tour passes through magnificent Glencoe, scene of the clan massacre of the Macdonalds by the Campbells in 1692, and on through Fort William to Fort augustus, nestling on the banks of loch Ness. here you can enjoy free time for lunch or take a wander along the lochside. From here you'll return south, briefly stopping for a whisky tasting at Spean Bridge, before returning to Edinburgh via Pitlochry. (B)

Day 7 Edinburgh unfortunately today marks the end of your Great British Capitals tour. Enjoy a leisurely breakfast before making your way to the airport for your flight back to Canada. (B)

BRITaIN | GReaT BRITISh CaPITalS 7 days from $1539 to $2279daily departures

daily departures

Day 1 Paris On arrival, transfer independently to your selected hotel. Remainder of the day at leisure to start discovering the 'City of lights' on your own.

Day 2 Paris Today enjoy a stunning and complete half-day small-group tour of Paris’s main attractions. You’ll be picked-up at your hotel and your driver/guide will give you an insight into the history of Paris with its major monuments & historical sites. Your tour ends with a walking tour of Montmartre, the Sacre Coeur, Place du Tertre & Moulin de la Galette. The afternoon is yours to spend as you please, perhaps visiting the louvre Museum or some of Paris' many art galleries, or indulging in some shopping. (B)

Day 3 Palace of Versailles Spend the morning at leisure before an afternoon visit to the famous Versailles Palace. Enroute your guide will enthrall you with the life of the Kings and then enjoy an audio-guided tour of the beautifully decorated State apartments before some time to stroll around the palace grounds & the famous French gardens. Return to Paris and free time to continue exploring on your own. (B)

Day 4 Paris | Strasbourg Travel today by high-speed train from Paris to the Alsace city of Strasbourg. The capital of Europe and alsace, Strasbourg is a

young and dynamic city and an ideal destination for lovers of good food & wine. Make your way to your hotel and spend the remainder of day exploring the city on foot. (B)

Day 5 Strasbourg | wine Tour Today’s half-day small-group tour is the perfect introduction to the wines of alsace and is conducted by a professional wine guide. Your tour will include tastings in two carefully selected wineries as well as the discovery of the charming village of Overnai renowned for its little winding streets, old houses, ensigns & ramparts. (B)

Day 6 Strasbourg | Pearls of alsace alsace is certainly one of the most beautiful regions of France and today’s full-day small-group tour was designed to give visitors the opportunity to discover the most relevant sights of the region. Visits include the lovely town of Colmar, small villages that line the wine route, thrilling Riquewihr and the fascinating haut-Koenigsbourg Castle. (B)

Day 7 Strasbourg unfortunately today marks the end of your Paris & Pearls of Alsace tour. Enjoy a leisurely breakfast before making your way to the airport for your return flight home. (B)

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RBarcelona • Montserrat • Sevil le • Toledo • Madrid



• Continental buffet breakfast

• Tourist Class rail tickets between cities


• Arrival airport transfer in Barcelona

• Departure airport transfer in Madrid


Barcelona hotel Jazz Hotel España

Madrid Gran Via 65 Tryp Cibeles

Seville hotel don Paco

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departing from Barcelona this 10-day Rail Tour highlights the classic cities of Madrid, Seville and Toledo, and of course Barcelona. discover what makes Barcelona one of europe's most in-demand cities, visit Spain's cosmopolitan capital city Madrid and marvel at andalucia's historic monuments and Moorish palaces in Seville and Cordoba.

Day 1 Barcelona upon arrival at Barcelona airport you will be transferred to your selected hotel for check in and the remainder of your day is free to relax or start exploring Barcelona on your own.

Day 2 Barcelona In Barcelona, history and traditions go hand-in-hand and in today’s itinerary you’ll visit places such as Via laietana, the cathedral and its cloister, the Gothic Quarter and Plaça Sant Jaume, the Olympic Village and the Olympic Port and then climb Montjuïc to visit the lluís Companys Olympic Stadium, the Palau Sant Jordi and the Calatrava Tower until finally we visit El Poble Espanyol (the Spanish Village), a selection of typical buildings from all over Spain. Then view Barcelona from the cable car to Montjuic’s Castle. The balance of the day is yours to continue exploring the city. (B)

Day 3 Barcelona | Montserrat | Barcelona Today you’ll visit one of Spain’s most popular pilgrimage destinations, the Shrine of Our lady of Montserrat. This trip to Montserrat will give you the opportunity to enjoy the wonderful and breathtaking views of the Montserrat Mountain while you visit the Royal Basilica of Montserrat, which holds the famous 12th century Romanesque carving of Verge Moreneta (the Black Madonna). You’ll have some free time to visit & taste typical liquors of Montserrat. Return to Barcelona and the remainder of the day is free to pass as you choose. (B)

Day 4 Barcelona | Seville Following breakfast transfer independently to the railway station to board a high-speed train that will take you to Seville, the capital of Spain’s andalucia region and the birthplace of flamenco, a journey of about five hours. On arrival in Seville, make your way to your selected hotel and enjoy the rest of the day at leisure to start exploring this beautiful city on your own. (B)

Day 5 Seville an early morning departure for a full-day guided tour to Granada and the famous alhambra which was until 1492, the last stronghold of the Moorish Kingdom in Spain & today is Spain's most visited tourist attraction. Visit The alcazaba fortress, the most antique area of the alhambra; the Nasrid Palaces including many intricately decorated

rooms in the Palace of Mexuar, Palace of Comares & Palace of Leones; and The Generalife, the sultan’s summer palace situated east of the alhambra and surrounded by the magnificent gardens. Return to Seville at around 6:00pm.

Day 6 Seville This morning you will enjoy a guided city tour including a visit of the Gothic Cathedral with the Giralda Tower, the striking minaret of the former mosque. Then a walk by the Santa Cruz Quarter, a maze of small alleys and squares where the peacefulness of tiny gardens invites you to rest. afternoon at leisure to spend as you please. (B)

Day 7 Seville | Madrid Enjoy breakfast at the hotel and transfer independently to the railway station to board a high-speed train to Madrid. here you’ll make your own way to your hotel for check-in. Be sure to head to the capital's most exciting street, the Gran Vía and perhaps visit the Plaza Mayor. (B)

Day 8 Madrid This morning, after breakfast your city tour of Madrid will display the Medieval origins of the city, like the arabic fortress, at the Barrio de la Morería. Madrid’s main historic & cultural spectacles will be presented to you followed by a visit to the Royal Palace. Built in the XVIII century upon the ancient Baroque Italian style fortress of the habsburg, it is one of the most beautiful and best preserved palaces in Europe and was the official residence of the Spanish Monarchy from 1765 to 1931. The remainder of the day is spent as you choose. (B)

Day 9 Madrid | Toledo | Madrid located a one hour drive from Madrid, Toledo resembles an immense open-air museum and houses some of Spain's most genuine historic monuments. Considered a National Monument and declared World heritage City, Toledo is also named the city of 'Three Cultures', as for a long period of time Christians, Muslims and Jews lived peacefully within its walls, and today you’ll visit its most important sites before returning to Madrid for the remainder of the day. (B)

Day 10 Madrid Enjoy breakfast at your hotel before your private transfer to the airport for your return flight home. (B)

SPaIN | SPanISh hIGhlIGhTS 10 days from $2059 to $2599daily departures

Barcelona

Seville

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• Full-day small-group tour of Reims & Champagne country

• Half-day small-group tour of Grand Cru Chateau & St. Emilion


FRaNCE | eSSenCe oF PaRIS & BoRdeaux 7 days from $1469 to $2319

Lisbon • Albufeira

Paris • Strasbourg




• Arrival airport transfer in Lisbon

• Comfort Class rail travel with reserved seats between lisbon & algarve


learn about lisbon’s monumental maritime legacy & historic quarters, visit Medieval Óbidos and the famous pilgrimage town of Fatima; then take a train journey south to discover the golden sands of the algarve coast.

enjoy the romance of the "City of lights" combined with the tastes & flavours of France's most famous Médoc & Saint-Émilion wine regions.

Day 1 Lisbon arriving at lisbon airport you will be met and transferred to your centrally located hotel. Check-in and have the remainder of the day to relax or explore on your own.

Day 2 Lisbon Following breakfast, discover lisbon's history and traditions during a guided tour featuring the city's main attractions - the Monument to the discoveries, Belem Tower, the Jerónimos Monastery, Coach Museum, alfama and Rossio. This great introduction to lisbon includes guided visits, museum entrance & Port wine tasting. The afternoon is free to continue exploring lisbon as you please, or take an optional tour to Cascais & Estoril. (B)

Day 3 Fatima | Óbidos | Batalha | alcobaça | Nazaré Today enjoy a full-day tour visiting some of Portugal's most important landmarks. Visit picturesque Óbidos with its narrow cobbled streets, whitewashed houses and Medieval walls. Proceed to admire the impressive Gothic churches in alcobaça and Batalha Monasteries, both uNESCO World heritage sites. Enjoy free time for lunch in Nazaré, a traditional Portuguese fishing village, before finally arriving at the imposing sanctuary of Fátima, a centre of Catholic faith and destination for pilgrims from across the world. Return to lisbon. (B)

Day 4 Lisbon | albufeira Following breakfast, transfer independently to the railway station where you will board a train south to albufeira where you can make your way to your hotel for check-in. The remainder of the day at leisure. (B)

Day 5 Historical algarve Enjoy a full day tour to discover algarve’s natural and historic highlights & remnants of its Moorish and Roman past. Visit the castle and cathedral in Silves, the old Moorish capital. Drive through the Monchique Mountains to Fóia Peak, algarve’s highest point from where you can enjoy spectacular views, with free time for wine tasting and photos. Stop for lunch (not included) on your own, and then proceed to beautiful lagos, site of the first slave market in Europe, Saint Anthony’s ‘golden church’, Ponte da Bandeira Fort and picturesque old town. Continue with a visit to the lighthouse on Cape Saint Vincent, Europe's most southwesterly point, the fishing harbour of Baleeira and Sagres Fortress, home to Prince Henry’s navigation school. Return to albufeira. (B)

Day 6 albufeira Breakfast at your hotel and a full day at leisure to explore albufeira’s old town and colourful marina, visit nearby Villa Moura or relax on one of the area’s many lovely beaches. (B)

Day 7 albufeira Today marks the end of your lisbon and algarve discovery. Enjoy breakfast at your hotel before making your way to the railway station or airport to begin your return journey. (B) this tour operates according to this itinerary on Wednesday, Friday & sunday. For departures on other days the itinerary can be adjusted.

PoRTuGaL| lISBon & alGaRVe 7 days from $859 to $1169set departures

daily departures

Day 1 Paris Welcome to France! Make your way to your Paris hotel for check-in and pass the remainder of the day exploring your new surroundings.

Day 2 Paris | Montmarte & Cheese Today enjoy a stunning and complete half-day small-group sightseeing tour of Paris including all the major sites. You will discover the village of Montmartre & cross to the left bank and the latin Quarter. Follow this wonderful tour with a cheese and wine tasting in the traditional bistrot « la Bonne Franquette », in Montmartre with 2 glasses of French wine & a cheese plate. (B)

Day 3 Paris | Reims & Champagne a full day with your guide to discover the Champagne countryside and the vineyards. after being picked up from your hotel you’ll start your guided visit with the Cathedral of Reims, then drive along the “Route de Champagne” to Epernay and enjoy lunch in a typical restaurant, followed by a guided visit of two prestigious cellars - Mercier and Moët & Chandon.

Day 4 Paris | Bordeaux Today you'll leave Paris behind. After breakfast, make your way to Paris railway station to board your train, with reserved seats, to take you to Bordeaux. On arrival make your way to your hotel in Bordeaux for check-in and the remainder of the day free to pass as you choose. (B)

Day 5 Bordeaux Set off from central Bordeaux to the village of Saint-Émilion which is made up of fascinating Romanesque churches and ruins stretching all along steep and narrow streets. Reminders of the Roman techniques of wine planting can be seen in some of the estates such as Château Bellevue. First experience a visit and wine tasting session in a Grand Cru estate of Saint-Émilion. Then discover the village of Saint-Émilion through a guided walking tour with free time for personal discovery or have the possibility of enjoying an optional wine tasting session in one of the numerous cellars of the village.

Day 6 Bordeaux Today is free to pass as you choose. (B)

Day 7 Bordeaux Today marks the end of your Essence of Paris & Bordeaux Rail Tour. At a time to suit your departing train make your way to the railway station. Bon Voyage!

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WhaT’S INCludEd:• 5 nights hotel accommodation at 4★ centrally

located hotels


• Continental buffet breakfast daily plus 2 lunches & 2 dinners

• Private round trip airport transfers in Rome

• Ground transportation by deluxe motorcoach

• Sightseeing tours as indicated

Our hotels (or similar) 4★

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historic Rome, the world’s largest open-air museum will take your breath away with its magnificence. Combine this with the majesty of Sorrento plus the most enchanting coastline on the Mediterranean, the amalfi Coast, and you’ll have the perfect Rome & Sorrento Tour.

Day 1 Rome upon your arrival at Rome airport you will be met by your private driver waiting to whisk you comfortably to your hotel in central Rome. after checking in you are free to relax or set out to begin exploring Rome on your own.

Day 2 Rome This morning enjoy a city tour which includes a visit to some of the best known monuments of Rome. accompanied by our local guide you’ll take a stroll through the historical centre to admire the Trevi Fountain, visit inside the Pantheon and see the Colonna of Marco aurelio. Your tour will take you to the Basilica of St. Peter where there will be an explanation of the Basilica from the outside. Return to your hotel or remain at St. Peter’s, the choice is yours and the remainder of the day is free to pass as you choose. (B)

Day 3 Rome | Naples | Pompeii | Sorrento an early morning departure from Rome sees you driving south through lazio & Campania on the autostrada del Sol to Naples, enjoying picturesque views of the hill-top abbey of Montecassino and admiring the changing countryside vistas along the way. a short panoramic tour will introduce you to the most important sites of Naples, before continuing to Pompeii where you will enjoy lunch at a typical local restaurant. Then it’s time for a guided visit of this famous archaeological site and learn about the ancient way of life in this prosperous city before the devastation caused by the volcanic eruption of Mt. Vesuvius in 79 CE. later in the afternoon you’ll arrive at your hotel in Sorrento. dinner this evening will be at your hotel. (B.l.d)

Day 4 Capri after breakfast at your hotel you'll depart by boat to the island of Capri. upon arrival at Marina Grande there will be an optional visit of the Blue Grotto (weather permitting). The tour includes a visit of the augustus Garden and a stop at the famous Piazzetta, and then transfers by minibus to Anacapri. Visit of anacapri with its magnificent views and then

enjoy some time at leisure. after lunch return to Marina Grande to board the boat to Sorrento. dinner, this evening will be served in your hotel. (B.l.d)

Day 5 Sorrento | Rome Enjoy a leisurely breakfast at the hotel before a day at leisure to explore the famous and charming town of Sorrento, or to visit one of the jewels of the peninsula such as Positano, Ravello or Amalfi. Departure from the hotel at 3:30 pm to meet our tour leader for the return trip to Rome. an arrival around 9:30 in the evening is planned. Check-in at your Rome hotel and perhaps enjoy a final stroll through the historic streets. (B)

Day 6 Rome Today marks the end of your Rome & Sorrento tour. at a time to suit your departing flight, a private transfer will take you from your hotel to Rome airport with ample time to check-in & board your return flight. (B)

ITaLy | RoMe and SoRRenTo TouR 6 days from $1219 to $1429daily departures

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• Full-day Spirit of London City Tour

• Full-day tour to Windsor, Bath & Stonehenge (entrance fees not included)

• Full-day tour to Oxford, Stratford, Cotswolds & Warwick Castle (entrance fees not included)

ENGLaND | enGland aT ITS BeST 7 days from $1559 to $1989

Nice • Monaco • Cannes • Grasse • St. Paul de Vence

London • Windsor • Stonehenge • Bath • Oxford • Stratford • Cotswolds • London




• Half-day small-group tour Historic Nice

• Full-day small-group tour Monaco, Monte Carlo & Eze

• Full-day small-group tour Cannes, Grasse & St. Paul de Vence

• Guided tours with English speaking driver guide

Mostly known for its elegant hotels, popular beaches and the 19th century seafront Promenade des anglais, nice is also a city of art, culture and history. Visit the main historic & cultural sites of nice and discover the charms of Provence & the Cote d’azur.

Visit england at any time of year and you’ll find the same warm welcome! experience the warmth of their hospitality, the culinary delight of ‘pub grub’ and marvel at the wealth of history on this 7–day tour!

Day 1 Nice arriving at Nice airport make your way to your hotel and spend the remainder of the day at leisure.

Day 2 Nice This morning enjoy a small-group tour of Historic Nice. Visit the Castel Park overlooking the bay, site of the trading town founded by the Greeks in 600 BCE. Contemplate the “old” Nice in Place Garibaldi and the “new” along Promenade des Arts. Continue to Cimiez, once the winter home of Queen Victoria. Stop at the Roman Arena. Return via Promenade des Anglais passing its famous landmarks and “Belle Époque” buildings. Finally enjoy a visit to Nice’s flower market, before being driven back to your hotel. (B)

Day 3 Monaco, Monte Carlo & Eze This morning enjoy a tour to the Principality of Monaco, Monte Carlo & Eze. admire the panoramic view from Villefranche over Cap Ferrat & the Bay of Billionaires. Stop in Eze, a charming Medieval hill top village, with its craft shops and breathtaking views. Enjoy a guided tour of the Fragonard perfume factory, before continuing on to Monaco for a tour of the old town. The tour then stops at Casino Square where you will have time for lunch on your own, stroll through the stunning gardens, admire the chic casinos, or simply watch the “rich and beautiful”. Then, enjoy the views on the drive along the spectacular lower Corniche, and admire the stunning Bay of Villefranche on the way back to Nice. (B)

Day 4 Nice Enjoy breakfast at your hotel and a full day at leisure to spend as you wish. Choose your favourite beach and relax in the Mediterranean sun, stroll along famous Promenade des Anglais or visit one of the city’s many art galleries and museums. (B)

Day 5 Cannes, Grasse & St. Paul de Vence A full-day tour to Cannes and into Provence’s countryside. In Cannes, walk along the famous Croisette Boulevard, admiring designer shops and famous sandy beaches. drive through the charming countryside of Provence toward Grasse, for a guided tour of a perfume factory, or spend free time visiting the old town. Continue to Gourdon, an amazing Medieval village perched high on a rock. Following lunch, on your own, we drive the winding road of the charming Loup Gorges. Finally, we stop in St. Paul de Vence, one of Provence’s most charming villages, before returning to Nice. (B)

Day 6 Nice Enjoy a leisurely breakfast at your hotel and a full day to relax and enjoy the city on your own. (B)

Day 7 Nice Today marks the end of your stay. Make your way to the airport to start your journey home. (B)

Day 1 LoNDoN arriving at the airport in london, the most convenient, quick & inexpensive way to reach central london is by using the train service. Make your way to your hotel for check-in and the remainder of the day is yours to relax or start exploring on your own.

Day 2 LoNDoN an early morning start sees you off to explore both sides of london, its historic plus its modern side, starting with a panoramic whistle stop tour of london’s famous monuments & modern masterpieces. First stop will be St. Paul’s Cathedral for an inside guided visit; towering high over the City of london it is widely considered to be Sir Christopher Wren’s masterpiece. No visit to london is complete without Buckingham Palace & seeing the Changing of the Guard, plus a visit to the Tower of london. Your day ends with a River Thames boat ride. (B)

Day 3 wINDSoR | SToNEHENGE | BaTH Full-day tour to Windsor, Stonehenge & Bath. See Windsor Castle and discover the 17th century historical monuments which line the town’s cobbled streets. You will have time to visit the home of Queen Elizabeth II and enjoy a "through the keyhole" experience of the world’s largest inhabited castle. Continue to Stonehenge to admire the mysterious rocks on Salisbury Plain. Finally, stop in Bath, the beautiful historic city. The Roman Baths, the 15th century Bath abbey, the stunning Georgian

architecture, the romantic Pulteney Bridge modeled on Florence’s Ponte Vecchio, are all sights to linger on in the memory of your day. (B)

Day 4 London a full day free to enjoy at your own pace. Many of london’s galleries & museums offer free entrance. don’t miss the Victoria & albert Museum or the National art Gallery. (B)

Day 5 oxford | Stratford | Cotswolds & warwick Castle This full-day excursion highlights many of England’s favourite sites. discover the opulence of Oxford, a centre of academic excellence for over 900 years & home to the renowned Christ Church College, one of the major locations for the Harry Potter films. Enjoy a drive through the Cotswolds to arrive in Shakespeare’s Stratford-upon-avon where you have free time to explore on your own, before experiencing Britain’s greatest Medieval attraction - Warwick Castle. (B)

Day 6 London Enjoy breakfast at your hotel and a final day to visit the palaces, art galleries & museums that you’ve just not had time yet to visit. (B)

Day 7 London after breakfast at your hotel, make your way to the airport for your return flight home. (B)

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WhaT’S INCludEd:• 6 night accommodation in 4★ hotels



• Guided Vatican Tour

• Small-group Tasting Tour of Rome

• Small-group Rome Walking & Cooking Tour with lunch

• Small-group Tasting Tour of Florence

• Small-group Florence Cooking Class with dinner

• Comfort-class rail travel Rome to Florence with seat reservation included


Rome Victoria

Florence Rivoli

Taste what Rome & Florence have to offer in a relaxed manner in the company of like-minded travellers. experience a mix of leisure & lifestyle and explore markets and small grocery shops tasting their wares as you go. Sample classic wines and the finest olive oils and learn the secrets of Italian cookery under the watch of experienced chefs.

Day 1 Rome upon arrival at Rome airport, collect your luggage and transfer independently to your centrally located hotel. The remainder of the day is free to relax or start exploring the "Eternal City' on your own.

Day 2 Vatican & Tasting Tour Enjoy breakfast at your hotel, followed by a guided tour of the Vatican museums. This tour begins by coach passing many of Rome’s historic sites. arriving at the Vatican Walls, your guide will then lead you into the Vatican Museums taking the beautiful Spiral Staircase and continuing through the Gallery of the Tapestries and the Gallery of the Geographical Maps, before arriving in the famous Sistine Chapel with its magnificent fresco of the last Judgment by Michelangelo. at the end of the tour time free to visit the St. Peter’s Basilica, no need to stand in line after the tour. In the afternoon you'll enjoy a small-group Tasting Tour of Rome, perfect for food lovers. You'll go on a guided walking tour to markets, groceries and gelaterias with tastings at different locations in a group no larger than 12 people discovering firsthand the secrets of world renowned Italian cuisine. Enjoy pizza with a mortadella tasting, supplì (fried riceball), and pasta. (B)

Day 3 Rome Pizza Making The morning is yours to explore Rome as you please. In the afternoon indulge in the most iconic Italian food with a 90-minute pizza making lesson at the popular “That’s amore” restaurant, located a few steps from the Trevi Fountain. One of the “Fabiolous” chefs will guide you through the Italian tradition of preparing pizza dough from scratch, explain techniques & tips on making the best dough, and teach you how to dress your pizza properly. You’ll be given your own ingredients to top the pizza with whatever you like and experiment with various recipes. at the end you’ll eat what you’ve prepared and discover whether your skill level is now that of a real “Pizzaiolo”. This hands-on class is a fun and delicious experience for all ages! (B.d)

Day 4 Rome | Florence Following breakfast at your hotel check-out and make your way to the railway station where you will board a high-speed train to Florence. On arrival, make your way to your hotel located right in the heart of Florence and in easy walking distance to the cities main attractions. after settling in set out to start discovering this historic city, often referred to as the 'Cradle of Renaissance' at your own pace. (B)

Day 5 Florence Food Tasting after a day at leisure enjoy a late afternoon experience to taste some of the many delicious flavours of the Tuscan region - Wine, Cheese & Olive Oil. Sample unmatched

quality wines & cheeses specially selected by our sommelier and paired with the most traditional flavours of the Tuscan countryside. limited to small-groups as to guarantee an intimate and unique experience, this tour also includes a detailed explanation of the various flavours and history background. Everything will be followed by a special selection of Tuscan cheeses. (B)

Day 6 Florence Cooking Class Enjoy a day at leisure before this evening’s small-group cooking course which will be held in an old “palazzo” in the city centre. Tuscan and Florentine culture will be taught by some of its celebrated food & wine traditions and you’ll learn to cook a classic Tuscan meal. In a top–class cookery school you'll make a four-course meal under the expert guidance of a multilingual chef. The course will be followed by dinner with the dishes you have prepared, accompanied by a good Tuscan wine in a fun and friendly atmosphere. (B.d)

Day 7 Florence Sadly today marks the end of this Epicurean vacation. Following breakfast at the hotel, make your way to Florence airport or railway station to start your journey back home. (B)

ITaLy | ePICuRean RoMe & FloRenCe TouR 7 days from $1349 to $1929daily departures

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• 48 hour Hop-on/Hop-off Double Decker Bus ticket

• Half-day Guided Tour of Toledo

• Full-day Guided Tour to Avila & Segovia

SPaIN | WondeRS oF MadRId 7 days from $759 to $1149

Rome • Città della Pieve

Madrid • Toledo • Avila • Segovia




• Three dinners at hotel in Umbria

• Private round-trip airport transfers in Rome

• Round-trip transfers rail/hotel in Umbria


• Return rail travel Rome to Umbria

enjoy some time in the ‘eternal City’ and then explore a magical place between umbria & Tuscany surrounded by uncontaminated nature & marvellous landscapes. learn to make pasta, take a horse ride or simply enjoy tasting home-made products in one of the most charming hamlets of Italy!

enjoy a full week in Madrid, the cosmopolitan capital city of Spain which can trace its roots to the times of arab emir Mohamed I (852-882) and has been the scene of many disputes & influences. a haven for history & architecture buffs - there will never be enough time to see it all!

Day 1 Rome Welcome to Italy! arriving at the airport you’ll find your driver driving waiting to swiftly transport you to your hotel in the historic centre of Rome, where you’ll find many of the most important Roman sites within easy strolling distance.

Day 2 Rome | Vatican Museums & Coliseum Enjoy a leisurely breakfast at your hotel before making your way towards Vatican City to visit the Vatican Museums with Skip-the-line entrance tickets. Our assistant will lead you to the museums, where you’ll visit at your own pace one of the most important art collections in the world! In the afternoon you will experience a full visit of the three world famous symbols of Ancient Rome: Coliseum, Palatine Hill and Roman Forum – all with Skip-the-line entrance tickets. The tour ends inside the Roman Forum. (B)

Day 3 Rome | umbria This morning you`ll make your way to Rome`s railway station to board your train for a short journey to Chuisi, where a private car transfer will be waiting to bring you to your hotel. In the afternoon you can enjoy a horse ride with a stop for some snacks, before returning to your hotel for this evening`s dinner of typical umbrian cuisine with beverage included. (B.d)

Day 4 Città della Pieve after breakfast experience a lesson in the making of real Italian

pasta and once complete you`ll enjoy the 'fruits of your labour' for lunch! In the afternoon you`ll enjoy a guided excursion to Città della Pieve, a characteristic Medieval village. after the tour you`ll return to your hotel for a relaxing evening with dinner. (B.l.d)

Day 5 Citta della Pieve Today is yours to enjoy the magnificent umbrian countryside on your own or simply relax by the hotel`s swimming pool soaking up some rays. In the evening dinner will be served in the hotel`s restaurant. (B .d)

Day 6 umbria | Rome It’s time to leave the peaceful ambiance of the umbrian countryside and return to Rome. at a time to suit your departing train your private driver will bring you to the railway station for your journey to Rome. Make your way to your hotel in Rome and the remainder of the day is free to pass as you choose. (B)

Day 7 Rome Today is the end of your Rome & the umbrian Countryside Tour. Your private driver will bring you comfortably to the airport with plenty of time to check-in for your return flight. arrivederci! (B)

Day 1 Madrid arriving in Madrid make your way to your hotel in central Madrid & spend the remainder of the day exploring this cosmopolitan city.

Day 2 Madrid Today you can introduce yourself to the main historic & artistic sites of Madrid using your two day Hop-on/Hop-off Double Decker Bus ticket. With one ticket, you will be able to hop on and off the bus all day admiring the architectural and cultural magnificence of Madrid. a fun and easy way to discover Spain's magnificent capital city. (B)

Day 3 Madrid Enjoy breakfast at your hotel before continuing your discovery of this city at your own pace with your Hop-on/Hop-off Double Decker Bus ticket. (B)

Day 4 Toledo a half-day tour to Toledo is planned for this morning. The beautiful imperial city-museum of Toledo, a "World heritage City", is located only 70km from Madrid. It is one of the oldest towns in Europe and is known as the "City of the Three Cultures", since Christians, Muslims and Jews lived harmoniously together. Its genuine Spanish buildings include almost all the periods in the history of Toledo, and was also home to the great painter El Greco in the XVI century. Return to Madrid and remainder of the day at leisure. (B)

Day 5 Madrid Enjoy a full day to explore on your own. Perhaps shop on the streets of Almirante & Conde de Xiquena where you'll find Spanish & international designers or head to the district of Salamanca known for the best shops for jewelry, shoes & leather goods. (B)

Day 6 avila & Segovia Today you'll enjoy a full day of exploration beginning when you arrive in the historic city of avila which conserves the most ancient and complete fortified complex in Spain (XI century). Its 2500 m wall and its 90 fortified towers, house a large number of Romanesque style churches, Gothic palaces and a fortified cathedral of the XII century. In the afternoon travel on to Segovia famed for its 16 km Roman aqueduct and once the residence of some of the Kings of Castilia. The cathedral is considered "the lady of the Cathedrals" thanks to its elegance and the alcazar is the most spectacular castle in the country. (B)

Day 7 Madrid Today marks the end of your tour. Following breakfast at your hotel, make your way to the airport for your return flight home. (B)

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WhaT’S INCludEd:• 3 nights accommodation in 4★ hotel in Rome

• 4 nights accommodation in 4★ hotel in Tuscany



• Private arrival & departure transfers from/to Rome airport

• 5 days AVIS car rental (Category B)

• Classic Rome City Tour

• Cooking class dedicated to the typical Tuscan cuisine with dinner

• Full-day excursion to Siena, San Gimignano & Chianti


Rome Oxford

Fiesole Villa Fiesole

experience some of the many treasures offered in the wonderful Italian region of Tuscany. Visit renowned locations, learn the secrets of true Tuscan cuisine, taste local wines under the tutorage of the wine maker & stroll through historic streets. our Taste of Tuscany tour is an 8 day experience focusing on life’s finer things - Food, wine, culture and time to relax and enjoy them all!

Day 1 Rome arriving at Rome airport a private car will be waiting to whisk you to the centre of the ‘Eternal City’ and your hotel. Check-in and spend the remainder of the day exploring on your own.

Day 2 Rome Today you will discover some of Rome’s most fascinating sites during a 3-hour city tour. You’ll visit places that you previously only dreamed of or saw in the movies as the tour takes you along the famous Via Veneto, to the Trevi Fountain. Visit inside the ancient Pantheon and, finally end the tour outside the Basilica of St. Peter, all enriched with the knowledge of our local guide. at the end of the tour you can choose to return to your hotel or linger some more at St. Peter’s to marvel at the magnificent array of artworks like Michelangelo’s Pietá. Free afternoon to spend as you please. (B)

Day 3 Rome | Tuscany This morning pick up your car at your convenience and leave the hustle and bustle that is Rome and drive to Tuscany with its rolling hills, tilled fields, olive groves, vineyards and Medieval hill-top villages. a warm welcome awaits you at the 4 star Villa Fiesole located in the historic town of Fiesole, a town perched on the hill just north of Florence. With easy access to Florence, Villa Fiesole will be your home for the next 4 nights. Check-in, settle-in and start enjoying the relaxed atmosphere and magnificent surroundings or relax by the hotel’s swimming pool. dinner tonight, will be in the hotel’s restaurant and, weather permitting, served on the panoramic terrace where you can enjoy a wonderful view over Florence. (B.d)

Day 4 Tuscan Cooking Class Enjoy a leisurely breakfast at your hotel and the morning enjoying the hotel’s facilities, or head out to explore the local area in your rental car. later in the afternoon make your way into Florence to experience a Tuscan Cooking Class in the friendly atmosphere of an old palace located in the heart of Florence and under the guidance of an expert chef. Then enjoy the dishes you have prepared for dinner accompanied by a good Tuscan wine. (B.d)

Day 5 Tuscany Today is yours to pass as you choose. Spend a relaxing day at the hotel or, with your rental car, set off to discover Tuscany’s many Medieval hill-top towns, cities and hidden corners at your own pace. (B)

Day 6 Siena, San Gimignano & Chianti after breakfast make your way to Florence to set off on a full day guided tour discovering the beauties of Tuscany. Enjoy a visit to Siena with a professional guide, before travelling on to San Gimignano - the “Manhattan of the Middle ages” - with free time to explore on your own. Finally be captivated by the colours & charm of the picturesque Chianti villages and visit a Chianti Classico area winery with tasting included. Return to Villa Fiesole for your final overnight in Tuscany. (B)

Day 7 Tuscany | Rome Check out and bid farewell to the staff of Villa Fiesole and, at your own pace, drive to Rome to return your rental car and check into your hotel. The remainder of the day is free to pass as you please, and there are endless choices and options of what to do and see in Rome, perhaps you may even decide to return for a longer visit. (B)

Day 8 Rome Today marks the end of your tour. after breakfast and at the appropriate time, a private car transfer will take you to the airport for your return flight home. (B)

ITaLy | TaSTe oF TuSCany 8 days from $1519 to $1779daily departures

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Fiesole

WhaT’S INCludEd:• 3 nights hotel accommodation at 4★ Borgo di

Véscine, Radda in Chianti



• Tasting of Véscine's famed wines

• Cooking course with self-cooked dinner including drinks

• Tour of Chianti by Vespa with lunch

ITaLy | TuSCan Fun & Food! 4 days from $999 to $1069

Lisbon • Cascais • Sintra • Coimbra • Pinhão • Porto

Italy's Chianti Region

WhaT’S INCludEd:• 7 nights accommodation at 5★ category hotels

• Hotel taxes, service charges & continental breakfast

• 8 days Group C (hyundai i20 or similar)

• 4 Gourmet Dinners with wine included

• Visit & wine tasting at Quinta do Sanguinhal

• Porto bridges Douro Cruise (50 minutes)

• Port Wine tasting in Oporto wine cellar in Vila Nova de Gaia

From the Phoneticians to the Romans, from Moors to the new generations, all have influenced Portuguese cuisine and are here for you to discover visiting some of Portugal's most interesting towns & historical sites to taste the history of its cuisine!

While staying at the beautiful Borgo di Véscine Country Relais, learn the secrets of Tuscan cuisine under the watchful eye of the hotel's renowned Chef. Then feel the breeze and savour the scents of ancient olive trees & vineyards as you tour the stunning Chianti countryside on an iconic Vespa!

Day 1 Lisbon | Cascais after arriving at lisbon airport, pick-up your rental car and drive to the nearby town of Cascais and your 5-star seaside hotel Fortaleza do Guincho. Remainder of the day at leisure to explore Cascais. Tonight enjoy dinner at the hotel’s one-star Michelin restaurant. (d)

Day 2 Sintra & Lisbon a full day to enjoy as you choose. don’t miss the chance to visit romantic Sintra with its unique Pena Palace & the Moorish castle ruins, and of course Lisbon, Portugal’s beautiful capital city full of history & architecture. Tonight we suggest having dinner in one of the Fado restaurants of lisbon’s lively Bairro alto or Madragoa area. Overnight in Cascais. (B)

Day 3 Cascais | Coimbra drive north today to Coimbra, stopping en-route for a visit & tasting at Quinta do Sanguinhal winery (included during week-days). We also suggest a stop in the Medieval town of Óbidos renowned for its typical white houses, flowered windows & narrow streets paved with beautiful stone. Tonight & tomorrow your stay will be at a member of the “Small luxury hotels of the World”, Quinta das lagrimas hotel, and tonight you’ll enjoy a gourmet dining experience in the hotel’s arcadas da Capela Restaurant. (B.d)

Day 4 Coimbra Today you can spend the day exploring Coimbra, home to a well-preserved medieval old town & one of the Europe’s oldest

universities, or take some time to visit Batalha, alcobaça and the famous shrine of Fatima, a centre of the Catholic faith & world pilgrimage site. (B)

Day 5 Coimbra | Pinhão Today travel northwards into the wine region of the douro Valley, with a suggested stop to visit the charming hilltop city of Viseu along the way. Overnight will be at the 5 star Vintage house douro hotel & you’ll enjoy a delicious degustation dinner at the hotel’s elegant Rabelo Restaurant. (B.d)

Day 6 Pinhão | Porto Driving through Portugal’s greenest region with spectacular views of slopes of vineyards & charming towns where the history of Portugal was born, you reach Porto and the deluxe The Yeatman hotel. after check-in set out to discover Porto enjoy a Bridges Cruise on the Douro River plus a tasting of Port at an Oporto wine cellar. (B)

Day 7 Porto Take the full day to explore the northwest province of Minho with its many Medieval tows such as Guimarães, Braga, Viana do Castelo & Barcelos. On this final evening, enjoy a gastronomic experience through Portugal with a special gourmet dinner included at the one Michelin Star hotel Gourmet Restaurant.

Day 8 Porto Today you’ll return your rental car at the airport and begin your journey home.

Day 1 Radda in Chianti Make your way to Borgo di Vèscine for check-in. Spend the remainder of the day at Borgo di Vèscine where you can relax by the beautiful panoramic swimming pool overlooking the entire valley, play tennis on the private tennis court, go horse-riding at the nearby stables or visit the surrounding area on mountain bikes reserved for hotel guests.

Day 2 Tuscan Food! Start your day with a leisurely breakfast enjoying the magnificent views, then perhaps participate in a guided wine tasting of Vèscine’s famed wines. In the afternoon learn the secrets of Tuscan Cuisine as you take part in a cooking course, led by the hotel’s chef. after the lesson participants will enjoy the dishes they have prepared accompanied by Vèscine wines. (B.d)

Day 3 Chianti Fun! Enjoy breakfast and then prepare for fun! hit the open road on a Vespa scooter for a guided tour of Tuscany's Chianti wine region. You will be picked up at your hotel and taken to the countryside where your will receive an orientation conducted by an English speaking trained professional ensuring the safe operation of the Vespa. Travelling by Vespa is fun and easy. These new scooters have an electric start and automatic transmission. You will drive along quiet and scenic country roads offering splendid views of the rolling hillside, visiting different small

Medieval villages in the heart of Tuscany. The local guide will lead you along quiet back roads amongst olive groves and vineyards to storybook castles and hilltop villages. This is a great experience which combines the freedom and exhilaration of touring by Vespa with the delicious food, wine, and romantic landscapes of Tuscany. (B.l)

Day 4 Radda in Chianti Today marks the end of your tour. after breakfast you may consider one of the many optional tours available through CIT Tours or travel to the airport for your return flight home. (B)

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WhaT’S INCludEd:• 6 night accommodation in characteristic hotels


• 6 'gastronomic' or ' tradition' dinners

• 'Wine producer meeting' mentioned in the program and Wine appreciation Course

• Entrance fees for visits to: Château de Clos de Vougeot, Cassissium, the Château de Pommard, Maison Bouchard Pères & Fils, the Hameau Du Vin

• Cooking class at La Ferme de Marjolet Hotel

• 7 day car rental (touring car type C Peugeot 308/

Renault Megane (or similar))

• Roadbook that includes advice, addresses & information about activities and places of visit, GPS details

Follow the wine route of Burgundy to discover one of France’s most important wine regions during this 7-day Self-drive tour. Visit famous wine cellars and taste their wines in the company of the winemaker. you will stay in charming hotels & historic farmhouses with dinners included, visit the region's must see sights of Château de Clos Vougeot, the Cassisium and the lovely hamlet du Vin and learn to prepare local specialties during an exclusive cooking class at the gourmet kitchen of la Ferme de Marjolet.

Day 1 Paris | Chablis On arrival in Paris pick up your rental car and start your journey driving south to Chablis and into the heart of this famous wine-making region. Your hotel for tonight is ideally located at Chablis, the 'Golden door of Burgundy'. dinner at the restaurant of your hotel and overnight accommodation at the 3-star hostellerie of the Clos. (d)

Day 2 Chablis | Vézelay | Dijon after breakfast, depart for auxerre for a visit of this city full of history and architecture. Its geographical location places it at the heart of the famous vineyards of Chablis aOC. You will tour a wine cellar followed by wine tasting in a family domain located in the Chablis/Auxerrois. Then enjoy regional appellations, Chablis Villages and, if available, you may also taste the Chablis Grand Cru (Chardonnay grapes)! Then continue to the town of Vézelay, a uNESCO World heritage Site famous for the Basilica of St. Mary Magdalene, a masterpiece of Burgundian Romanesque art with exceptional sculpted capitals and carved portal. Finally proceed to dijon where you will enjoy dinner at the gourmet restaurant of your hotel. Overnight accommodation at the 4-star Philippe Le Bon Hotel, in the heart of the historic centre of dijon. (B.d)

Day 3 Dijon | Côte de Nuit | Pommard Enjoy a leisurely breakfast and then travel toward the Côte de Nuits region to visit Château de Clos Vougeot. Standing in the very heart of Burgundy’s vineyards, Château de Clos Vougeot was originally built as a winery in the 12th century by monks from the nearby abbey of Cîteaux. In the 16th century, a Renaissance style Château was added to the existing buildings which is now run by the Confrérie des Chevaliers du Tastevin and remains the symbol of the millenary history of Burgundy. You will also visit the ‘Cassisium’, a unique museum based around blackcurrants and blackcurrant liqueurs. Finally, make your way to your next destination, where you will enjoy dinner and overnight accommodation at the charming la Ferme de Marjolet in Monthelie. (B.d)

Day 4 Pommard | Côte de Beaune | Beaune | Pommard Today starts with a visit to the Château de Pommard. As the witness to three centuries of history, Château de Pommard opens its doors for an unforgettable tour combining history, art & wine tasting. a must see attraction! Continue to Beaune and visit the cellar of Bouchard Pères & Fils in

Beaune, followed by a wine tasting in a domain. This is also not to be missed. Then spend some free time to discover Beaune by foot, the wine capital of Burgundy and a City of art. We encourage you to see the hospices de Beaune, a masterpiece of flamboyant Gothic architecture. Return to your hotel in the afternoon. To enhance your experience you will participate in an exclusive cooking class at the la Ferme de Marjolet and then enjoy the meals you prepared during dinner. Overnight at the Ferme de Marjolet. (B.d)

Day 5 Pommard | Cluny | Romanèche-Thorins after breakfast, you can discover the 'abbey of Cluny', a unique place which was once the most important church in the Christian world. Make a stop at the famous 'Roche de Solutré', a magical place located on a rocky outcrop and well worth the hour walk it takes to reach the summit. The afternoon will be spent tasting the wines of Pouilly-Fuissé and also meeting the producers of this territory. Proceed to your hotel, the 3-star Les Maritonnes Parc & Vignobles in Romanèche-Thorins for dinner and overnight. (B.d)

Day 6 Romanèche-Thorins | Beaujolais | Romanèche Thorins Enjoy breakfast at your hotel and then set out to discover the hameau du Vin in Romanèche-Thorins. This place offers a guided tour of the wines of Beaujolais & Burgundy along with exhibitions and numerous events based around the culture of wine. here you will have the possibility of tasting Beaujolais specialties around a 'Mâchon', a morning meal of traditional fare accompanied by local wine in a convivial ambiance (to be booked & paid on spot). The afternoon is spent at a cellar followed by a wine tasting in a family estate located in the Beaujolais where you can enjoy regional and villages appellations. Return to your hotel for dinner and accommodation at the hotel les Maritonnes. (B.d)

Day 7 Romanèche-Thorins | Lyon after a leisurely breakfast, a short 40 km drive will take you to lyon where you will return your rental car and start your journey back to home. (B)

FRaNCE | WIne RouTe oF BuRGundy 7 days from $2259 to $2639daily departures




• Full-day guided Cava Wine Tour

• Half-day guided Sagrada Familia Tour

• Evening guided Tapas Walking Tour

SPaIN | BaRCelona TaSTInG TouR 4 days from $749 to $919

Médoc • Bordeaux • Sauternes • Saint-Émilion

Barcelona

This exceptional tour will lead you along the Bordeaux wine route and to the heart of the most famous appellations in all of France. Visit wineries where you will meet the winemakers and taste the wine. Tour to the must-see sights of the region and enjoy accommodation & meals in charming establishments.

Visit three of Catalunya’s most famous wineries, discover Gaudi’s masterpieces & stroll the evening streets of the city to be enticed by some of the most tempting tapas and have the chance to taste some excellent regional wines.

Day 1 Médoc arrival at a Relais & Châteaux hotel in the heart of the vineyards of the Médoc: In this unique setting, you will instantly fall in love with the elegant 17th century architecture of the mansion. dinner this evening will be held at a 2-star Michelin restaurant: a delicious and balanced cuisine to which the chef adds a touch of fantasy and sophistication. (d)

Day 2 Médoc This morning you will participate in a private tasting course in a Grand Cru Classé Château of the Médoc. lunch is at Café lavinal, a bistro located in the heart of picturesque village of Bages. The afternoon is spent on a cellar visit and tasting in two Châteaux, Grands Crus Classés of the Médoc (Pauillac and St-Estèphe appellations): there will be a guided visit among the vines, a tour inside the winery & amongst the barrels of wine. You will dine this evening at a 2-star Michelin restaurant. (B.l.d)

Day 3 Médoc | Bordeaux Today sees you take part in a blending workshop in a Grand Cru Classé Château of the Médoc: tasting the different grape varieties that can be found in the Médoc, discovery of their specificities and creation of your own blend. lunch will be in a local restaurant. Cellar visit and tasting in two Châteaux, Grands Crus Classés of the Médoc (Margaux and St-Julien appellations). dinner at le Chapon Fin, (1-star Michelin), a celebrated

and historic restaurant of Bordeaux and Chef Nicolas Nguyen Van hai’s inventive and refined cuisine. (B.l.d)

Day 4 Bordeaux | Sauternes Your morning will be spent tasting and on a cellar visit in two Grands Crus Classés Châteaux of Pessac-Léognan: a guided visit to the wine tank and fermentation room, the cellars and discovery of the history and wines of these prestigious properties. lunch at la Table du lavoir. In the afternoon a Cellar visit and tasting in two Châteaux Grands Crus Classés of Sauternes. dinner at a restaurant in Saint-Emilion where a discovery menu is proposed. (B.l.d)

Day 5 Saint-Émilion The morning begins with a Cellar visit and tasting in a château of Pomerol followed by free time to explore Saint-Émilion's cobbled streets. lunch at a restaurant located in a Grand Cru Château of Saint-Émilion. after lunch a visit and tasting in two Châteaux Grands Crus of Saint-Émilion are planned. at the end of the day, return your car to the car rental agency according to your departure place. (B.l)

Day 1 Barcelona upon arrival in Barcelona transfer independently to your selected hotel for check-in, then spend the remainder of the day at leisure to start exploring Barcelona on your own.

Day 2 Barcelona | Cava wine This full-day tour will take you to three wine cellars of the Penedés area. Catalunya is one of Spain’s most prominent wine producing areas, where vines have been growing for more than 2,000 years. You’ll visit the wineries of Bodegas Jean leon, Bodegas Torres & Caves Freixenet all with guided visits & tastes. (B)

Day 3 Barcelona | Sagrada Familia & Tapas Barcelona is known as the capital of Modernism and this morning you’ll enjoy a guided tour with Skip-the-line entry to one of the most visited buildings in the world, the Sagrada Familia. after an afternoon free to enjoy as you please, this evening combine gourmet food and Catalan culture on a pre-dinner walking tour of Barcelona's famous tapas bars. Your tapas walking tour will lead you through Barcelona's most famous street, la Rambla, with tapas bars and local restaurants and on to la Boqueria, the city’s famous food market, which offers an array of fresh produce including fruit and vegetables, seafood, cheese and any type of meat imaginable. The tour continues at a restaurant offering a wide selection of local, delicious tapas. here you will enjoy three tapas with a glass of wine, beer or cider, while

your food-and-wine-guide provides insights into the flavours of wine, the cuisine and Spanish culture. You'll continue through the Gothic Quarter, where you will discover the architecture, atmosphere, language and gastronomy that are unique to Spain, and some of the gourmet shops which are over 100 years old. Your last stop will be in a bar where four tasty tapas and a glass of wine, cava or beer will be waiting for you. (B)

Day 4 Barcelona Today marks the end of your Barcelona Tasting Tour. at a time to suit your departing flight make your way to the airport. adios! (B)

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• 2 tasting courses

• Cellar visits as described

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• Complete roadbook that includes advice, addresses, information about places of visits and activities, GPS details

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Rome




• Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel, St. Peter’s Basilica Tour

• Christian Rome Tour

Day 1 Rome upon arrival in Rome make your way to your selected hotel for check-in. an optional private car transfer can be booked on request. The remainder of today is at leisure to relax or start exploring the 'Eternal City' on your own.

Day 2 Rome Enjoy breakfast at your hotel, followed by a guided tour of the Vatican museums. after being picked up from your hotel this tour begins by coach passing through Piazza della Repubblica with the Fountain of the Nayads and following the ancient aurelian walls which once surrounded the ancient city. Continue to Piazza del Popolo where you will see an Egyptian obelisk dating back to the time of Ramses II. Finally, on arrival at the Vatican Walls, your guide will then lead you into the Vatican Museums taking the beautiful Spiral Staircase and continuing through the Gallery of the Tapestries and the Gallery of the Geographical maps, before arriving in the famous Sistine Chapel with its magnificent fresco of the last Judgement by Michelangelo. at the end of the tour time free to visit St. Peter’s Basilica with no need to stand in line. (A visit inside St. Peter’s Basilica is not available on Wednesdays, Sundays and religious holidays). The afternoon and the remainder of today are yours to pass as you choose exploring the Eternal City. (B)

Day 3 Rome Enjoy a leisurely breakfast at your hotel and the morning free to spend as you please. In the afternoon a guided tour will introduce you to the Basilicas of Santa Maria Maggiore & Saint John in lateran, the ancient appian Way & the Catacombs.

The first stop will be on the Esquiline hill where our guide will show you some of the treasures inside the Basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore, before continuing by coach to stop and see the holy Staircase and the Lateran Palace before visiting inside the Basilica of San Giovanni, the Cathedral of Rome. Then proceeding along the ancient appian Way, you will pass by the Chapel of “domine Quo Vadis?” before arriving at the Catacombs, the ancient underground cemeteries and first hiding places for the Christians. a visit will be made to either the Catacombs of S. Callisto, Santa domitilla or San Sebastiano depending upon seasonal conditions. The tour will end with a spectacular view of the Baths of Emperor Caracalla. Return to the vicinity of your hotel. (B)

Day 4 Rome Enjoy breakfast at the hotel and then it is time to say good bye to Rome. Or ask your Travel agent about extending your stay with CIT Tours. (B)

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• Small-group tour Paris Discovery

• Half-day small-group guided visit to Versailles

• Guided tours with English speaking driver guide & entrance fees

enjoy a 4-day stay in Paris, France’s capital on the Seine. explore this romantic city’s main monuments, visit lavish Versailles Palace and savour delicious French cuisine while marveling at the ‘City of lights’ from the eiffel Tower!

Day 1 Paris On arrival transfer independently to your selected hotel. alternatively, for added convenience, you can book an optional transfer from the airport or railway station to your hotel. Remainder of the day at leisure to start discovering the 'City of Lights'. Paris offers an endless wealth of monuments & architectural treasures, museums, galleries, quaint historic quarters, charming restaurants & cafés, just waiting to be explored.

Day 2 Paris Enjoy breakfast at your hotel and then a guided tour of Paris’ historic centre & birth place - Île de la Cité. driving through the city’s oldest part, you will first admire the geometric design of Place Vendôme and the fantasy of the old Opera house, followed by a drive through the Marais district and its ‘hotels’, private townhouses of the nobility of the 17th and 18th centuries. The tour continues to the latin Quarter with its old Sorbonne university, the Luxembourg Gardens, Saint Germain des Prés with its Romanesque church and famous cafés, before dropping you near the Orsay Museum for the short boat transfer to the Cité Island. here you will enjoy a guided visit of the interior of Notre-dame Cathedral* before returning again by boat to a location near the louvre Museum & Tuileries Gardens. Remainder of the day at leisure. *In case of mass, the guide will describe

the cathedral and its three portals from outside but will not be

allowed to speak inside. (B)

Day 3 Palace of Versailles Breakfast at the hotel and a morning at leisure before an afternoon visit to the famous Versailles Palace. Versailles represents a reminder of the grandeur of classical French architecture. The extravagant decoration and layout of the entire site reflects the will of King louis XIV, known as the Sun King. Enroute your guide will enthrall you with the life of the Kings and then enjoy an audio-guided tour of the beautifully decorated State apartments before some time to stroll around the palace grounds & the famous French gardens (during Summer a garden access fee applies when the fountains or Musical Gardens are playing; fee not included in tour). Return to Paris and free time to continue exploring on your own, perhaps visiting one of the many museums & art galleries or famous department stores. (B)

Day 4 Paris Enjoy a leisurely breakfast at your hotel and then make your way to the airport or railway station for your onward journey. ask your Travel agent about tour extensions and other City Breaks offered by CIT Tours. (B)

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• Return airport or pier to hotel private transfers

• Istanbul City Tour

• Bosphorus Tour with cruise

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Barcelona • Montserrat

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• Barcelona Highlights City Tour

• Full-day Montserrat and Artistic Tour (Gaudí &

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our Barcelona City Break is perfect to add on to your europe stay or cruise. or combine it with one or more of our Spanish City breaks and create your very own Spain vacation!

Istanbul has made a name for itself among the list of the world’s hot new places to visit – it is no exaggeration to say that it is now one of europe’s hippest, most exciting cities. The city features stylish new restaurants fronted by big-name chefs, trendy bars and waterfront clubs.

Day 1 Barcelona upon arrival in Barcelona transfer independently to your selected hotel for check-in and overnight accommodation. Remainder of the day at leisure to start exploring Barcelona on your own.

Day 2 Barcelona This morning you’ll enjoy guided city tour of Barcelona. Explore Barcelona’s main attractions including Plaza de Cataluna, Via layetana, the Cathedral and its cloister, the Gothic Quarter and Plaza Sant Jaume plus the Olympic athlete's Village then on to Montjuich Mountain from where you will enjoy panoramic views of the city and harbour. Then visit the Pueblo Español (Spanish Village), which reproduces the most typical regional architectural styles in Spain. The afternoon is free to spend as you please. (B)

Day 3 Montserrat & artistic Barcelona Today you’ll visit one of Spain’s most popular pilgrimage destination, the Shrine of Our lady of Montserrat. This trip to Montserrat will give you the opportunity to enjoy the wonderful and breathtaking views of the Montserrat Mountain while you visit the Royal Basilica of Montserrat, which holds the famous 12th century Romanesque carving of Verge Moreneta (the Black Madonna). You’ll have some free time to visit & taste typical liquors of Montserrat. Return to Barcelona and free time for lunch on your own. In the afternoon discover the highlights of Barcelona's artistic

& architectural heritage. Gaudí, one of the greatest innovators of his time, has left behind numerous treasures for the discerning tourist to discover in Barcelona. See Gaudí's famous apartment buildings including Casa Batlló and La Pedrera; then enjoy a 30 minute visit at Gaudi's bizarre Parc Güell which has been declared a uNESCO World heritage Site. Continue to the la Sagrada Familia Cathedral, Gaudi's unfinished masterpiece which is Barcelona's most famous landmark, where you will stop for around 30 minutes. You will also visit Barcelona's Monumental Bull Ring and the famous Cathedral Sta. María del Mar, the only Gothic church in Catalonia completely finished. The tour ends near the Picasso Museum which exhibits works from the blue and pink periods. (B)

Day 4 Barcelona Today marks the end of your Barcelona City Break. Enjoy breakfast at the hotel before making your way to the airport for your onward journey. (B)

Day 1 Istanbul arriving in the city by sea or air you’ll be met and taken to your hotel. Enjoy the remainder of the day exploring this vibrant modern, cosmopolitan city which offers some of Turkey's finest restaurants and has a buzzing, active cultural scene.

Day 2 Istanbul Istanbul was the capital of three Empires - the Roman, Byzantine and Ottoman - and is set at the crossroads of East and West; the bridge between Europe and asia. Today you’ll enjoy a half-day tour of the city visiting the most important sites including the former Christian patriarchal Basilica of St. Sophia, a great architectural beauty and an important monument both for the Byzantine and Ottoman Empires, the Blue Mosque which was built between 1609 and 1616, during the rule of ahmed I, the Byzantine hippodrome and finally, the Grand Bazaar. (B)

Day 3 Istanbul Today’s tour includes sights & aromas of Istanbul including the Walls of Constantine, plus the Golden horn which is an inlet of the Bosphorus with two rivers draining into it and considered to be the world’s largest natural harbour separating the European shore of Istanbul into two. Then explore the aromatic maze of stalls that make up the Spice Bazaar before a cruise on the Bosphorus strait. The tour ends in Taksim Square, the location of the Monument of the Republic which commemorates

the 5th anniversary of the foundation of the Republic of Turkey in 1923. The remainder of your day is free to explore on your own.

Day 4 Istanbul Today marks the end of your Istanbul City Break. Enjoy breakfast at the hotel before a private transfer to the airport or cruise pier for your onward journey. (B)

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• Small-group tour Provence in One Day

• Half-day small-group tour Chateaux & Domaines

• Guided tours with English speaking driver guide & entrance fees

Day 1 avignon arrive in avignon and make your way to your hotel before before venturing out to start exploring this beautiful historic city. also known as 'The City of Popes' for having been the retreat of Popes during the 14th century, it is one of Europe's oldest towns. avignon's history can be traced to pre-historic times and still today monuments & buildings of all ages abound.

Day 2 Provence Enjoy breakfast at your hotel before departing on a full day small-group excursion of Provence. You’ll be picked-up at your hotel and whisked off to discover the most beautiful monuments & spots in Provence, starting in Avignon with the St. Benezet Bridge & Pont du Gard, plus a visit to the best preserved aqueduct of the Roman period. Next stop will be at les Baux-de-Provence. As one of the most famous locations in Provence this very picturesque village combines an outstanding Medieval & Renaissance heritage making it the ‘Flagship of Provence’. After a drive past beautiful villages and through the picturesque roads oft-painted by Van Gogh, we stop at the antiques in Saint Rémy de Provence, then visit Roussillon and continue to admire stunning panoramic views of Gordes. Before returning to avignon, enjoy a visit to the lavender museum to discover the 'flower symbol' of Provence. There will be free time for lunch on your own during the day. Return to your hotel in avignon. (B)

Day 3 Chateaux & Domaines This morning you will be introduced to the wines of the Rhône Valley. departing your hotel by minibus, enjoy a small-group sightseeing tour through the vineyards, with stops at two of the region's famous red & white wine producers, including the world renown Châteauneuf-du-Pape. A guided winery tour will offer explanations about "terroir", grape varieties, vinification & aging cellars. Enjoy a touch of French history with great views from the cellars over castles & mansions dating back to the 17th & 18th centuries. Return to avignon and spend the afternoon at leisure. (B)

Day 4 Depart avignon Sadly it is time to depart avignon. Following breakfast at your hotel, check-out and make your way to your next destination. (B)

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• Full Scottish or continental breakfast daily

• 24-hour Hop-on/Hop-off ticket

• Full-day Tour Loch Lomond, Stirling Castle plus Whisky distillery

a great mix of modern style and Victorian architecture. Scotland’s largest city has a fantastic variety of areas from the bohemian west end to the über cool Merchant City, and the warm-hearted east end. and, if it is a bit Scottish countryside you are after, loch lomond national Park is a mere 20 minute drive away and during a day excursion you will discover the beauty of loch lomond, have the chance to see Stirling Castle and taste some of the finest whisky at Glengoyne distillery.

discover the many charms of Provence - avignon the 'City of Popes', the cliff-perched Medieval towns of the luberon, picturesque country roads through olive groves, vineyards & lavender fields, and taste world renowned wines in the Rhône Valley. This Best of avignon City Break is sure to leave you wanting to come back!

Day 1 Glasgow On arrival in Glasgow transfer independently to your selected hotel. Check-in and enjoy the rest of the day at leisure to spend as you please. Glasgow, Scotland's largest city is one of the liveliest and most cosmopolitan destinations in Europe, a city of culture and design. It is a place of renaissance and renewal offering a distinct city experience with an upbeat café society, nightlife, designer shopping, culture and art.

Day 2 Glasgow Venture forth today on a Hop-on/Hop-off city tour of Glasgow. Performed with mainly open top buses, this tour follows a route through the city centre and surrounding areas. Valid for 24 hours, you will have plenty of time to hop off and visit your favourite sites. Museums and Galleries in Glasgow are free of charge so you don't want to miss a visit to Kelvingrove art Gallery & Museum, the Burrell Collection, St Mungo Museum, People's Palace or the Gallery of Modern & Scotland Street School Museum, among others. (B)

Day 3 Loch Lomond, Stirling Castle & whisky Distillery Today discover a bit of Scottish countryside with a full day guided tour to loch

lomond & Stirling Castle. Travel from Glasgow to Stirling Castle to visit this imposing stronghold, the favourite residence of the Stuart kings and where Mary Queen of Scots was crowned. From the castle you can look down over the scene of Wallace's greatest triumph, the battle of Stirling Bridge, where he defeated the English army in 1297. With Bannockburn to the south this is an area alive with history! Continue into the beautiful forest-covered mountains of the Trossachs and stop for lunch in heart of the National Park. This area, on the southern edge of the highlands, was home to Rob Roy Macgregor, the famous Scottish outlaw. a short drive then takes you to the "bonnie, bonnie banks"� of loch lomond. We then travel onto the picturesque distillery of Glengoyne, one of the leading "Malt Whiskies" in Scotland, for a tour and a dram. (B)

Day 4 Glasgow Enjoy breakfast at your hotel before check-out and then make your way to the airport or train station for your return journey. alternatively ask your Travel agent about extending your Scottish experience with CIT Tours. (B)

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• Half-day Budapest City Tour

• Budapest-by-Night Tour with dinner

• Sissi & Palace of Gödöllö Tour

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Prague • Karlovy Vary

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• Half-day Golden City Tour

• Full-day Karlovy Vary Tour with lunch

located on the River Vltava in central Bohemia, Prague has been the political, cultural & economic centre of the Czech state for more than 1100 years. Proudly nicknamed 'City of a hundred Spires' and 'the Golden City', Prague boasts an extensive & well-preserved historic centre, and is one of the most in-demand european destinations.

This fascinating city will capture your heart as well as your imagination. undoubtedly the brightest jewel on the danube, present-day Budapest was created in 1873 through the unification of the towns of Buda and Öbuda with Pest. here you will find an incredibly rich art nouveau architectural heritage.

Day 1 Prague Welcome to the Golden City of Prague. Make your way to your centrally located hotel for check-in, and then head out to start discovering your new surroundings.

Day 2 Prague Breakfast at hotel and morning at leisure to spend as you please. In the afternoon enjoy a Golden City Tour of Prague, featuring the city's most important attractions & intriguing historical sites plus a cruise along the Vltava River. Starting by coach, you will see the National Theatre and enjoy a panoramic view of Prague Castle, Rudolfinum & Old New Synagogue. You will also see Charles Square, the dancing house on the River, Saint Nicholas Church and Wenceslas Square. Near the Charles Bridge your cruise along the Vltava river will begin. during the one hour cruise you can admire the marvellous panoramic views of the city from a different angle, including Prague Castle which has been the residence of Czech rulers since the 9th century, the famous Charles Bridge, founded by Charles IV, the Cechuv Bridge and the National Theatre. Refreshments will be served on board. Then, accompanied by our guide, explore on foot the Prague Castle area, Charles Bridge, Klementinum, the Townhall and the Old Town Square, where the tour ends. (B)

Day 3 karlovy Vary Today you’ll depart on a full-day tour through the Czech countryside towards Karlovy Vary, or Carlsbad. Nestled in a picturesque, forested valley at the confluence of the rivers Teplá and Ohre, this world renowned spa town is famous for the healing powers of its 12 thermal springs, and has been a favourite health retreat for royalty & wealthy townsmen since the 16th century. Karlovy Vary is also renowned for its local china and glass manufacturing industry. as you stroll through the city along the spa colonnades, you will have the chance to try the mineral springs or the delicious local wafers & the traditional herbal Becherovka liqueur. lunch is included in your tour, and you will also visit the Becherovka Museum, the Moser glass shop and Thun porcelain shop. Return to Prague. (B.L)

Day 4 Prague It is time to say goodbye to Prague. Enjoy breakfast at your hotel before making your way to the airport or railway station. (B)

Day 1 Budapest arriving in Budapest transfer independently to your hotel for check-in. after settling in and some time to relax set out to start your discovery of this fascinating city.

Day 2 Budapest This morning discover the main historic sites and attractions of hungary’s capital during a half-day City Tour of Budapest by coach and on foot. Budapest’s main historical & artistic attractions will be included and you’ll enjoy walks in the Castle district & Fishermen’s Bastion to name a few. By coach you’ll reach downtown Pest, passing by the Opera house & St. Stephen’s Basilica. during the tour you will also receive a brief overview of the last 1000 years of hungarian history. The tour ends in the city centre and the afternoon is free to spend as you wish. Tonight enjoy a special treat of a typical folklore show & dinner with a traditional hungarian 3-course menu with wine, while enjoying lively presentation of hungarian folklore music & dance. (B.d)

Day 3 Gödöllö Palace Today enjoy an excursion to the beautiful Baroque Palace of Gödöllö, the former Summer residence of Queen Elizabeth (‘Sissi’) and Franz Joseph, austrian Emperor and King of hungary from 1867 to 1916. located only a short drive from Budapest, Gödöllö is the second largest Baroque châteaux in the world. The interior visit of the museum and a tour through the garden of the

château will give you a glimpse into the royal life during the austro-hungarian Empire and the secrets & private affairs of this famous couple. Return to Budapest where the tour ends in the city centre and spend the remainder of the day at leisure. (B)

Day 4 Budapest unfortunately your Budapest stay ends today. Make your way to the airport or railway station for your onward journey. (B)

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Edinburgh • Royal Deeside • St. Andrews • Culloden • Loch Leven • Edinburgh

London • Reims • Amiens • Bologne Sur Mer • London

WhaT’S INCludEd:• 3 nights accommodation

• Daily Scottish or continental breakfast

• Private 3-course farewell group dinner

• A knowledgeable and enthusiastic specialist guide

• Entrances & sightseeing tour as per itinerary

• Transportation by top of the range 16 seater Mercedes mini coach

Guaranteed departures: May 6, June 10, July 8, august 5, September 2 & September 30, 2016.

explore Scotland’s ancient past from prehistoric to Medieval. Royal residences will feature highly on this tour as well as stories of epic battles, mystical legends and bravery. enjoy the majestic scenery, lochs, glens, rivers and waterfalls of Scotland, land of the Brave!

our 5-day Champagne, Vineyards & the normandy Coast tour takes you across the 'channel' to explore some of France's most beautiful regions. Join in as we pop the cork and celebrate the finest vineyards of Champagne ardennes, magnificent Cathedrals and the glorious coastline of northern France.

Day 1 Edinburgh Travel north into the ancient Kingdom of Fife to visit Falkland Palace. Built between 1502 and 1541, it is set in the heart of the unique Medieval village of Falkland and has been the residence and hunting lodge of eight Stuart monarchs. Continue to St andrews and during a town walk, your guide will tell you more about its past and more recent history. Your afternoon visit will be at the house of dun near Montrose. This beautiful Georgian house, overlooking Montrose Basin, was built in 1730. On route to aberdeen you will make a photo stop at dunnottar Castle, where they filmed hamlet’s Macbeth and provided inspiration for Disney Pixar’s movie “Brave”. From here you continue to Thainstone house hotel where you will stay for 2 nights.

Day 2 Royal Deeside Today will be spent in the Royal deeside area, famous for its many castles. Your first visit will be Castle Fraser, one of the grandest of the Scottish baronial tower houses. The tour continues to Banchory where you might be able to see salmon jumping at the Falls of Feugh. lunch stop is at Ballater. Crathes Castle provides the highlight for the afternoon. Turrets, gargoyles and the ancient horn of leys, given in 1323 by Robert the Bruce, are just a few of the features of this historic castle. You'll return back to Thainstone house hotel later for another overnight. (B)

Day 3 Fyvie Castle | Brodie Castle Your tour heads further north today and starts the day with a visit to Fyvie Castle near Turriff, which dates back to the 13th century and has a fine collection of arms and armour. Then continue on to Nairn, where lunch will be taken at nearby Brodie Castle and you’ll have some free time. In the afternoon you will be able to take the Clan Walk at the Culloden Visitor Centre. The Clan Stone Walkway is designed to commemorate the Scottish Clans and their clansmen who fought at the battle of Culloden with a special Insignia Stone. after the visit continue to Knockomie house hotel for dinner & overnight. (B.d)

Day 4 kingussie | Loch Leven Castle | Edinburgh Travel south through some of the most stunning scenery Scotland has to offer to Kingussie for a photo stop, then on to dalwhinnie distillery, the highest distillery in Scotland for a tour & a tasting. After a lunch stop in Pitlochry you head to Loch Leven by Kinross. In the middle of the loch you find loch leven Castle, a late 14th century tower, which was the setting for the most traumatic year in the life of Mary Queen of Scots. Then explore at your leisure the island and tower house, before returning back to Edinburgh. (B)

Day 1 London | Folkstone | Calais | arras | Reims Experience the crossing of The English Channel to take the “Route d’anglais” south to arras. here explore gabled squares, climb the Belfy & explore the underground Boves before travelling on to Reims, the City of Kings.

Day 2 Reims | Champagne | Reims head out of the city through fertile vineyards to arrive in Epernay and travel along the Champagne avenue, home to some of France’s best known Champagne houses. later travel along the vineyard lined valley of the River Marne to hautvillers, the final resting place of monk Dom Perignon, then on to Reims for the evening. (B)

Day 3 Reims | amiens Today we take a short drive out of the city towards the Regional Nature Park where you can lose yourself in the hillside vineyards and find out about the unique qualities that make Champagne ardennes an exceptional place to visit and a truly memorable drink for any occasion. Return to Reims & free time to explore Reims' Notre dame Cathedral where many of the Kings of France were crowned and Palais Du Tau. Later we head to the city of amiens for our next two nights. (B)

Day 4 amiens | Rouen | Honfleur | amiens Today we head west to discover Rouen, the capital of upper Normandy with its Medieval old town & cathedral. Our route then continues to the

picturesque fishing port of honfleur, subject of many impressionist paintings, before returning over the Normandy Bridge & along the coast to amiens. (B)

Day 5 amiens | Bologne Sur Mer | Calais | Folkstone | London Boulogne Sur Mer is France’s largest fishing port and once the bathing spa for Bourgeois Parisians and today you can soak up the atmosphere in the vibrant Place Dalton before travelling along the clifftops of the Côte d'Opale to Calais to cross la Manche and return to central london in the early evening. (B)

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WhaT’S INCludEd:• 7 nights hotel accommodation in centrally located

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• Heart of Rome Tour

• Visit of Vatican, entrance fee included

• Guided visit of Pompeii, entrance fee included

• Walking Tour of Sorrento

• Excursion to Amalfi Coast with lemon tasting

Guaranteed departures: april 15; May 08, 20 & 27; June 10 & 24; July 01 & 22; September 09, 16 & 23; October 14 & 28; November 11, 2016.


Rome Savoy

Sorrento Imperial Tramontano

Soak up Rome’s overwhelming history experiencing 3 days and ample time to visit its many splendours, before travelling south to Sorrento. Boasting outstanding views over the Bay of naples, Sorrento is the largest resort on the amalfi Coast, bustling with a wide array of shopping, outdoor restaurants & entertainment choices!

Day 1 Rome Welcome to Italy! Collect your luggage & clear customs and then make your way to your hotel located in central Rome. an optional private transfer is available. Check-in and enjoy some time to relax or explore the Eternal City on your own before meeting your host and travelling companions at 6:30 in the evening for an information session and a welcome cocktail. dinner this evening will be hosted at a nearby restaurant within walking distance of your hotel. (d)

Day 2 Rome Enjoy breakfast at your hotel before setting out to discover the heart of Rome, visiting many of the city’s most famous sites including the Spanish Steps, the Pantheon, Piazza Navona and the Baroque quarter. Following the tour there will be some time for lunch on your own. In the afternoon, transfer to the Vatican City where you will enjoy a guided tour of the Vatican Museums, the Sistine Chapel & the Basilica of St. Peters. Vatican art and history have always left a profound impression on visitors to Rome. discover the masterpieces of Greek and Roman ancient art, works of Raphael, Michelangelo and Caravaggio, the Sistine Chapel and St Peter's Basilica. Return transfer to your hotel and evening at leisure. alternatively, you may wish to book an authentic Roman food experience (optional). (B)

Day 3 Rome Today enjoy a full day to explore on your own visiting the many famous sites of Rome. Or perhaps book an optional tour of Imperial Rome with visit to the Coliseum. (B)

Day 4 Rome | Pompeii | Sorrento an early morning departure sees your tour heading south to Sorrento, with a stop en route in Pompeii where you'll enjoy a guided visit to the excavations of this ancient Roman city which was destroyed by the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 BC and buried under a deep layer of ash & stones. Free time for lunch on your own, before continuing to Sorrento. Settle into your hotel and, in the late afternoon, set out again for a sunset walking tour to discover Sorrento's historical centre. Then enjoy an aperitif at Piazza Tasso before dinner which will be served in a local restaurant in the heart of Sorrento. (B.d)

Day 5 Sorrento (Capri) Today you'll have the opportunity to visit the magical Isle of Capri accompanied by an experienced guide (optional tour). Capri is an enchanting and picturesque island and always a favorite with Roman emperors, the rich

and famous, artists, and writers, and it's still one of the Mediterranean's must-see destinations. This optional tour is a full day excursion with return to Sorrento in the late afternoon. (B)

Day 6 amalfi Drive a day to remember visiting one of the most in intriguing coastlines of the world! Amalfi, Positano, Ravello, Minori... the small houses all huddling on top of each other, the breathtaking cliffs, the lemon and olive trees, the small beaches, the Saracen and Medieval watch towers, the narrow roads make this place unique, so precious to be listed in the uNESCO World heritage. Enjoy the magnificent view of the amalfi Gulf from a relaxing terrace where you will pick your own lemons and prepare a cold lemonade! (B)

Day 7 Sorrento Today you have the opportunity to discover Sorrento's traditional fresh marked during a morning walking tour, followed by a fun cooking class & lunch (optional tour). The afternoon is free to spend as you please. Your tour host will provide you with a wide range of optional tours & suggestions to make the most of your day. Tonight a farewell dinner will be served in a panoramic restaurant on the hills of Sorrento. (B.d)

Day 8 Depart Sorrento Enjoy a final breakfast at your Sorrento hotel before you make your way to Naples airport or railway station to start your return journey. (B)

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ITaLy | Sunny ITaly 8 days from $1579 to $2329set departures

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• Continental buffet breakfast daily plus 3 dinners

• 3 wine tastings with local products

• Arrival transfer Rome airport to hotel

• Ground transportation by deluxe air-conditioned motor coach

• Multilingual tour guide (day 3 to day 6)

• Cinque Terre boat tour & Cinque Terre Card

• Sightseeing tours as indicated in itinerary


Rome Gioberti

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Visit some of Italy’s most treasured historical & cultural pearls. explore the eternal City of Rome, then enjoy a fully escorted coach tour meandering through Tuscany’s lovely countryside visiting places like Siena, Pienza, San Gimignano & lucca, the wine towns of Montepulciano & Montalcino, and discover the captivating villages of Cinque Terre.

Day 1 Rome arriving at Rome airport you will be met & transferred to your hotel in central Rome. Check in and remainder of the day at leisure.

Day 2 Rome This morning enjoy a guided walking tour of Rome’s most famous sites. Your English speaking guide will lead you to Campo de’ Fiori, Piazza Farnese and Piazza Navona, past the Pantheon, Trevi Fountain and the famous Spanish Steps, ending in the very centre of the city. The afternoon is free to spend as you please. (B)

Day 3 Rome | Montepulciano | Pienza | Siena an early morning departure and a delightful trip through the rolling hills of the Chianti Region to the hilltop town of Montepulciano, an ancient village and famous for one of the oldest wines of Italy, the “Nobile” di Montepulciano. Stop for a visit to a wine cellar in a typical and suggestive atmosphere, tasting wines and some local products like ham, cheese & salami. Proceed to Pienza, the Renaissance “ideal town” built by Pope Pius II and well-known for its Pecorino cheese. Then to Siena to enjoy a visit of the old city centre, walking along the Medieval streets to admire the splendid palaces and spectacular cathedral. The guided tour ends on the Piazza del Campo, one of the most beautiful sites in the world, famous for the 600-year-old Palio horse-race. Check-in at hotel in Siena & dinner (B.d)

Day 4 Siena | San Gimignano | Chianti Region | Lucca | Pisa | La Spezia Morning departure for San Gimignano, a tiny hilltop city that has remained intact through the centuries & famous for its numerous towers, frescoes and other art treasures. You will then proceed to Tavernelle Val di Pesa located within the Chianti Classico “Gallo Nero” region, where we will make a stop at the farmhouse la Tancia, to enjoy a tasting of its excellent wines & local food. Next stop lucca, where you will have free time for lunch plus a guided visit of the town. In the early afternoon, we proceed to Pisa where you will have a walking tour of Piazza dei Miracoli with its

famous leaning Tower (exterior visit), the Baptistery (exterior visit) and other beautiful monuments. The day ends with dinner at your hotel in the coastal town of la Spezia. (B.d)

Day 5 La Spezia | Cinque Terre | La Spezia depart by boat for an unforgettable day dedicated to the discovery of one of the most amazing and enchanting landscapes in the world. Five unique villages, “Cinque Terre”, hanging from sheer cliffs surrounded by hills & vineyards, will allow us to immerse into a little piece of heaven. You will have the possibility to admire this amazing landscape from the seaside* like in a postcard. There will be stops at Portovenere, Vernazza and Monterosso with time to visit these lovely towns at leisure. Then board the train in Monterosso and return to la Spezia for dinner & overnight at the hotel. (B.d) *In the event of rough seas, the visit will be done partially by

coach & partially by train.

Day 6 La Spezia | Carrara | Montecarlo di Lucca | Rome Morning departure to Carrara for a panoramic tour & visit of the impressive marble quarries carved deep into the mountain, where Michelangelo took the raw material to create his superb masterpieces. Continue to Montecarlo di lucca, a lovely town located on the hills around lucca. We will stop and visit a farmhouse where the owners will have you taste delicious Tuscan food specialties paired with different wines. Then it is back to Rome, where we arrive in the evening. (B)

Day 7 Rome Today marks the end of your tour. Enjoy breakfast at the hotel before making your way to the airport to start your journey back home. (B)

ITaLy | RoMe, TuSCany & The CInQue TeRRe 7 days from $1349 to $1349Friday departures

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WhaT’S INCludEd:• 7 nights accommodation at centrally located

4★ hotels


• Continental buffet breakfast, lunch & dinner daily

• Welcome cocktail

• Transportation by air-conditioned motorcoach

• Multilingual tour escort

• Local guides where necessary

• Tasting of typical Sicilian products in Castelbuono & Ragusa

• Wine & olive oil tasting in SelinunteNoT INCLuDED: Sicily does not permit the pre-collection of entrance fees - approximate entrance fees on this tour are 68 Euros

ITaLy | Jolly SICIly TouR 8 days from $1389 to $1699

Madrid • Córdoba • Sevil le • Granada • Toledo • Madrid

Palermo • Cefalú • Castelbuono • Catania • Mount Etna • Taormina • Syracuse • Ragusa • Agrigento • Erice • Palermo

WhaT’S INCludEd:• 6 nights 4★ hotel accommodation


• daily continental breakfast plus 1 lunch & 3 dinners

• Roundtrip airport transfers

• Ground transportation by deluxe motor-coach

• Tour Escort (day 3 - 6)

• Guided visits in Madrid, Córdoba, Seville, Granada & Toledo

• Expert local guides & entrance fees

Immerse yourself in the history, art & grandeur of three of Spain's distinct cultures during this 7-day fully escorted coach tour enjoying guided visits to the most important attractions.

a comprehensive, in-depth tour of Sicily ideal for travellers looking to immerse themselves in the history & culture of this ancient land.

Day 1 Madrid arriving at Madrid’s International airport you will be assisted in making your transfer to your Madrid hotel. Check-in and spend the remainder of the day exploring this city on your own.

Day 2 Madrid Enjoy a leisurely breakfast at your hotel and some free time before an afternoon panoramic sightseeing tour of Madrid revealing the multiple faces that history has left behind. The tour will drive through the courtesan district of the hapsburgs, visit the Madrid of the Bourbons & admire the works of Jose Bonaparte, such as the elegant Plaza de Oriente & the emblematic las Ventas Bullring. (B)

Day 3 Madrid | Córdoba | Seville The tour sets off early this morning driving through the land of don Quixote, ‘The Man of la Mancha’, towards Córdoba where you’ll experience a city tour including the magnificent Great Mosque and the Jewish Quarter of this city, before moving on to Seville. arrive and check-in to your hotel for dinner and overnight accommodation. (B.d)

Day 4 Seville during this morning’s city tour you’ll discover the historical masterpieces, full of Islamic monuments & gardens that make up the City of Seville. See the famous Torre del Oro by the Guadalquivir river, visit the Park of Maria Luiza and Plaza de España and stroll through the narrow alleys of typical Barrio de Santa Cruz. The afternoon is free to explore on your own and in the evening

an optional Flamenco tour is available. dinner and overnight accommodation. (B.d)

Day 5 Seville | Granada This morning depart Seville and travel along the historic Caliphate Road to Granada, where you’ll enjoy a visit to the impressive Alhambra with its beautiful Nazari Palaces and the Generalife Gardens. This fortress-palace was until 1492, the last stronghold of the Moorish Kingdom in Spain & today is Spain’s most visited tourist attraction. dinner & overnight in Granada. (B.d)

Day 6 Granada | Toledo | Madrid after breakfast the tour departs for the Imperial City of Toledo, a World heritage City, where the three cultures of Spain (Christian, Moorish & Jewish) lived and worked peacefully together. Enjoy lunch followed by a guided tour of Toledo that will take you through its narrow streets and to the city’s most important monuments including the Church of St. Tomé with the masterpiece of El Greco “The Burial of Count Orgaz”, the Synagogue Santa María la Blanca, and the Royal Foundation of Toledo. We’ll visit a famous “damasquinado” producer (gold & silver inlaid in iron), before continuing to Madrid. Check in at your Madrid hotel. (B.l)

Day 7 Madrid Today marks the end of your tour. a transfer will take you to the airport for your return flight home. (B)

Day 1 Palermo Arriving at Palermo airport make your way to your centrally located Palermo hotel for a welcome cocktail and dinner. (d)

Day 2 Palermo | Cefalú | Castelbuono | Catania Morning departure to Cefalù for a stroll through the city then onto Castelbuono, a typical Medieval village where you’ll enjoy Sicilian products at a renowned pastry shop. Enjoy lunch in Castelbuono before continuing to Catania for dinner. (B.l.d)

Day 3 Siracusa | Noto Morning departure to Syracuse, home of the most beautiful Greek colony of Sicily & the famous Latomie of the Paradise, the Greek Theatre, the Roman amphitheatre and the dyonisios “Ear”. lunch in a local restaurant. We then proceed to Noto, a uNESCO World heritage Site & renowned for its Baroque architecture. Return to Catania for dinner. (B.l.d)

Day 4 Mount Etna | Taormina Weather conditions permitting, enjoy an excursion to Mount Etna, the highest active volcano in Europe. lunch will be served in a local restaurant on the slopes of Etna before continuing to Taormina to enjoy some time at leisure. Return to Catania hotel for dinner. (B.l.d)

Day 5 Catania | Piazza armerina | agrigento Following breakfast, departure to Piazza armerina to visit the famous Villa Romana del Casale which houses a rich collection of late Roman mosaics. lunch in a local restaurant before arriving at agrigento

and visit to the Valley of the Temples. Tonight enjoy dinner in agrigento. (B.l.d)

Day 6 agrigento | Selinunte | Erice | Palermo depart to the archaeological park of Selinunte with its impressive Temples and acropolis. Before lunch today, you'll enjoy a tasting of local olive oil, black bread of Castelvetrano & olives. In the afternoon proceed to the Medieval town of Erice, which sits atop of Mt Erice overlooking the city of Trapani & the Egadi Islands. Dinner & hotel tonight in Palermo. (B.l.d)

Day 7 Monreale This morning enjoy a city tour of Palermo featuring the Cathedral, the “Palatina” Chapel and a panoramic tour of the town. Continue on to Monreale to admire the Cathedral with its splendid 12th century mosaics and cloister. lunch in your hotel. In the afternoon there is an optional excursion to Mondello or enjoy free time. dinner and hotel in Palermo. (B.L.D)

Day 8 Palermo after a buffet breakfast, your Jolly Sicily Tour comes to an end. Make your way to the airport to begin your journey home. (B)

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Tours / Packages / Villas & apartments*

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hotels & Excursions $50 per person or 10% of total price

Car rental $50 per car

*Certain villas and/or apartments may require a higher deposit amount. details on request.

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TOuRS & EXCuRSIONS• cancellations received up to 45 days prior to departure

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departure – 50% of total cost per person• cancellations received less than 21 days prior to

departure – 100% of total cost per person.

VILLAS & APARTMENTS• cancellations received up to 45 days prior to departure

– deposit amount• cancellations received between 44 and 30 days prior to

departure – 50% of total cost per person• cancellations received less than 30 days prior to

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hOTEl• cancellations received more than 21 days prior to

departure - $50 per person or 10% of total cost whichever is greater

• cancellations received between 21 & 14 days prior to departure - 50% of total cost per person

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In the event that changes result in occupancy changes due to the cancellation of one or more passengers the remaining passengers shall be responsible for the new occupancy rate.

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