European Whirl End Paris
European Whirl End Paris
$4050
European Whirl End Paris
14 Days Starting in London, United Kingdom and ending in Paris, France
Visiting: London, Amsterdam, Boppard, Innsbruck, Venice, Rome, Florence, Lucerne, Paris
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Tour code:
WWWHZN19
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Special diets catered:
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Tour Overview
Embark on the "European Whirl End Paris" tour, a captivating journey through nine enchanting countries. Begin in the vibrant city of London, exploring iconic landmarks before whisking away on the Eurostar to Brussels and onward to Amsterdam. Discover the charm of Heidelberg, Munich, and Innsbruck, and experience the artistry of Venetian glassblowing in Venice. Savor a traditional Tuscan lunch with a local family near Florence, and delve into the rich history of Rome and the Vatican City. Traverse the scenic landscapes of Switzerland, with a stay in Lucerne, before crossing into France. Conclude your adventure in the romantic city of Paris, where you'll marvel at the Eiffel Tower and Notre Dame Cathedral. Travel in comfort aboard a luxury air-conditioned coach, with stays in cherry-picked hotels, and enjoy a blend of guided tours and free time to explore at your leisure.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1: Welcome To London
Location: London
Accommodation Name: Park Plaza Riverbank
The vibrant British capital where you will spend the next two nights, enjoying the pomp and pageantry of a city that effortlessly combines old and new.
Day 2: Discover Historic London
Location: London
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Park Plaza Riverbank
Meals Included: Breakfast
Join a Local Specialist this morning for a tour to see the iconic sites of London, including Big Ben, the imposing Houses of Parliament and Westminster Abbey. Spend a leisurely afternoon shopping on Carnaby Street, consider visiting one of London’s museums or wander along the Thames watching ambitious Londoners pound the pavements.
Day 3: Eurostar™ To Brussels And On To Amsterdam
Location: Amsterdam
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Mercure City
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
This morning we meet our Travel Director before traveling to London's St. Pancras International where we will board the Eurostar™ for a high-speed train journey to Brussels and a luxury coach journey to Amsterdam. Enjoy an orientation of this historic Dutch city before joining your fellow travelers and Travel Director for a dinner cruise on its canals.
Day 4: Journey To The Rhineland And A Scenic Cruise
Location: Boppard
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Leonardo
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
The Winter version of this tour will overnight in Heidelberg. Driving through the lush landscapes of The Netherlands and Germany, we arrive in Boppard where we board a cruise along the Rhine to St. Goar, passing vineyard-clad hills and medieval castles perched above riverside towns. Arriving in the Baroque city of Heidelberg, we explore its unexpected highlights before traveling to your hotel.
Day 5: Off To Innsbruck
Location: Innsbruck
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Grauer Bär, Alphotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Crossing the Swabian Alps on the edge of the Black Forest, we arrive in the Bavarian capital of Munich. Our orientation takes us past the Hofbrauhaus, reputedly the most famous Beerhall in the world, and the neo-Gothic Town Hall which dominates the Marienplatz. We cross the Austrian border next, arriving in Innsbruck, the capital of the Alps. Admire the Gothic, Renaissance and Baroque architecture of the Old Town, including Emperor Maximilian's famous Golden Roof with its ornate façade and consider an evening of traditional Tyrolean entertainment.
Day 6: Onwards To The Canals Of Venice Make Travel Matter
Location: Venice
Accommodation: Hotel, Hotel
Accommodation Name: Novotel Mestre Castellana
Meals Included: Breakfast
Journey through the emerald-green landscape along the Brenner Pass into Italy and across the Dolomite Mountains to Venice. We cruise the beautiful Venetian lagoon by private launch to the gateway of Venice, St. Mark's Square. View the ornate Doge's Palace and the Bridge of Sighs, so named for the sound made by condemned prisoners as they took one last longing look at their beautiful city before meeting their fate. Enjoy a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience where you’ll witness the centuries-old craft of Venetian glassblowing. You’ll learn how the master craftsmen shape the molten glass to make the exquisite and delicate works of art that adorn homes all over the world and perhaps be inspired to buy your own souvenir as a reminder of this special visit. There’s time later to enjoy the city your way. Get lost in Venice, cross bridges and discover hidden campi where locals share their daily stories over a glass of Venetian Spritz.
Day 7: All Roads Lead To Rome Connect With Locals
Location: Rome
Accommodation: Hotel, Hotel
Accommodation Name: Barceló Aran Mantegna
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
Travel south across the Veneto Plain, passing Bologna and the dramatic Apennine Mountains as well as the green and golden fields of Lazio before reaching Rome, the 'Eternal City'. En route, we Connect With Locals over lunch at a Be My Guest experience and enjoy true Tuscan hospitality with a local family on their private estate in the Chianti countryside.
Day 8: Discover Ancient Rome And The Vatican City
Location: Rome
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Barceló Aran Mantegna
Meals Included: Breakfast
Our first stop today sees us discover the divine beauty of the Vatican City with a Local Specialist. Perhaps join an Optional Experience to see the magnificent frescoed ceiling of the Sistine Chapel. We continue to Ancient Rome to view Roman Forum, the walls of the iconic Colosseum and Circus Maximus, once the site of exhilarating chariot races centuries ago. The afternoon is yours to explore the city on your terms. Sit on the Spanish Steps savoring a tasty gelato, or shop up a storm on the trendy Via Condotti.
Day 9: Continue To Renaissance Florence
Location: Florence
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Grand Mediterraneo
Meals Included: Breakfast
From Rome, we travel north through the rolling countryside of Tuscany and along the Arno valley to the 'Cradle of the Renaissance', Florence. Delve into the rich Medici heritage of this beautiful medieval city with your Local Specialist. Visit the political hub of the city, Piazza della Signoria, with its impressive sculptures and stunning palazzi. View the imposing Duomo, crowned by Brunelleschi’s dome, and the Baptistery, renowned for its sculptured bronze doors.
Day 10: Across The Alps To Lucerne
Location: Lucerne
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Astoria
Meals Included: Breakfast
Drive via the scenic Italian Lakes District, across the Alps into beautiful Switzerland, where we'll spend the next two nights in the medieval lakeside city of Lucerne. View the mournful, mortally wounded lion hewn from rock to commemorate the Swiss Guards who lost their lives defending Louis XVI. Walk along the flower-lined 14th-century covered Chapel Bridge, crossing the river Reuss.
Day 11: Explore Lucerne
Location: Lucerne
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Astoria
Meals Included: Breakfast
This morning join an exciting Optional Experience to one of the surrounding peaks for breath taking views of the Swiss countryside. We have some time later to discover the best Swiss chocolates in town.
Day 12: On To Captivating Paris
Location: Paris
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Renaissance La Défense
Meals Included: Breakfast
Crossing the border into France this morning, we travel past the picturesque vineyards and country towns of Burgundy en route to the 'City of Light'. Spend some time this evening strolling along the Seine and grand boulevards in search of a cozy bistro for fine French cuisine or consider an Optional Experience to a colorful Parisian cabaret.
Day 13: Discover The Sights Of Paris
Location: Paris
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Renaissance La Défense
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Join a Local Specialist today for a sightseeing tour of this romantic city. View the sophisticated Champs-Élysées, Place de la Concorde, the 19th-century Arc de Triomphe, honoring those who fought for France, and Notre Dame Cathedral, then enjoy a stroll through the Latin Quarter. Our European Whirl is almost at its end, we spend the evening with fellow travelers and our Travel Director, enjoying dinner in a local bistro.
Day 14: Farewell Paris
Location: Paris
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today bid adieu to your fellow travelers and Travel Director at the end of your memorable experience.
What's Included
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An expert Travel Director and professional Driver
An expert Travel Director and professional Driver are included in the tour.
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Cherry-picked hotels, all tried and trusted
Accommodation in cherry-picked hotels, all tried and trusted, is included.
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All porterage and restaurant gratuities
All porterage and restaurant gratuities are included.
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All hotel tips, charges and local taxes
All hotel tips, charges, and local taxes are included.
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Breakfast daily and up to half of your evening meals
Daily breakfast and up to half of your evening meals are included.
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Must-see sightseeing and surprise extras
Must-see sightseeing and surprise extras are included.
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Audio headsets for flexible sightseeing
Audio headsets for flexible sightseeing are included.
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Luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries or alternative transportation (such as rail journeys)
Luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries or alternative transportation (such as rail journeys) is included.
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Eurostar high-speed train from London to Brussels
Eurostar high-speed train from London to Brussels is included.
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Optional Experiences and free time
Optional experiences and free time are included.
What's Not Included
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Airfare
International airfare to/from the start/end of your trip is not included.
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Visas
Visas as required are not included.
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Travel Insurance
Travel insurance is not included and is recommended.
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Optional Experiences
Optional experiences and free time are not included.
Dining Summary
13 Breakfast (B)4 Dinner (D)1 Lunch (L)
Check out our Q&As
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What unique experiences are included in the European Whirl End Paris tour?
The tour includes a visit to a glassblowing factory in Venice where you can witness the ancient craft of Venetian glassblowing. Additionally, there is a 'Be My Guest' lunch experience with the Landi family in Florence, offering a traditional meal in a Tuscan setting.
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What type of transportation is used during the tour?
The tour uses a luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries, and includes rail journeys such as the Eurostar high-speed train from London to Brussels and from Paris to London.
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Are meals included in the European Whirl End Paris tour?
Yes, the tour includes breakfast daily and up to half of your evening meals. There is also a 'Be My Guest' lunch included in the itinerary.
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What kind of accommodation can I expect on this tour?
The tour offers stays in cherry-picked hotels that are tried and trusted, providing a varied hotel stay experience in cities like London, Amsterdam, Heidelberg, Innsbruck, Venice, Rome, Florence, Lucerne, and Paris.
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What are some of the scenic highlights of the tour?
The tour features scenic cruises along the canals of Amsterdam, the Rhine River, and a private launch to St. Mark's Square in Venice. You will also see the Lorelei Rock in Germany and the vineyards of Burgundy.
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Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?
The beauty of taking a guided holiday with us is that you’ll have the opportunity to meet and travel with people from all over the globe.
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What policies are in place for Covid-19?
Vaccination against Covid-19 is not mandatory to travel with Trafalgar. However, we strongly recommend that guests are vaccinated before travelling. Please note that airlines and/or other authorities may have different requirements. It is the guest's responsibility to comply with these requirements at all times.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
Since 1947
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What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
Trafalgar is a founding partner of the TreadRight Foundation, a not-for-profit organisation established in 2008. So far, the charity has donated more than US$2 million to help underprivileged communities and support sustainable tourism around the world.
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
Yes
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Trafalgar requires a minimum deposit of 350 USD per person or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 90 days before departure.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of trafalgar charges.
Up to 91 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 90 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.
At 29 days before tour starts: Forfeit 80% of booking price.
At 1 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.
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