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Day 1 Day 14 London – (2 Nights) – Bay Of Naples (1 Night)

For now, London bids you safe travels as you continue south through the Kent The Bay of Naples beckons and you'll head south past the Abbey of Monte Cassino, countryside to Dover and then on by ferry to Calais. Next stop is Paris, another the site of fierce battles during World War II, to Napoli. Arrive just in time to spend capital that doesn't hold back and doesn't expect you to either. Take a walk through the afternoon taking an optional drive along the picture­perfect Amalfi Coast, with a its grand past, dynamic present and exciting future, from the maze of streets that visit to the artist hub of Positano and its pastel­hued houses that seem to tumble once nurtured great artists in Montmartre to the Eiffel Tower. You could choose to into the Tyrrhenian Sea. Alternatively, spend the rest of your day rubbing shoulders join an Optional Experience cruise on the Seine, admiring the illuminated skyline at with the feisty Neopolitans in search of the city's best Margherita pizza. Its night. ingredients reflect the red, white and green of 's flag ­ could there be anything more patriotic? Day 2 Paris sightseeing and free time Hotel - La Panoramica Put the joy in joie de vivre and embrace the beauty and elegance of Paris on a Breakfast, Dinner sightseeing tour with your Travel Director. See the Arc de Triomphe and Champs Included Meals - Élysées, then spend the rest of the day discovering the city on your terms. There's Day 15 time to take a leisurely stroll down the Seine or hit the shops. Tonight, the colourful Bay Of Naples – Ancona – At Sea (1 Night) Can­Can dancers entice you with their remarkable outfits should you choose to join an Optional Experience cabaret show. Make the most of your stay in the Bay of Naples and join an expert for an Optional Experience to the excavations of Pompeii. See how this Roman town was frozen in Included Meals - Breakfast time when Mount Vesuvius erupted. Later, travel to the port of Ancona where you'll board your overnight ferry to Greece. Day 3 Paris – Tours – (1 Night) Included Meals - Breakfast, Dinner

Wind your way through the French countryside to the city of Tours, the gateway to Day 16 the Loire Valley. In its car­free centre you'll discover a fascinating medieval heart, At Sea – Patras – (4 Nights) reflected in its timber­framed houses and Renaissance mansions. Your next stop is the wine capital of Bordeaux, whose stunning Garonne riverfront and Age of Touch Greek soil for the first time in Patras, continuing by coach to Athens. The Enlightenment history and architecture have made it one of 's most visited Greek capital was once the centre of the world and for several days it will be yours. cities. Join your travel companions for dinner at your hotel. Evidence of the city's former status as the 'Cradle of Western Civilisation' can be seen around every turn, so lace up your walking shoes and pound the pavements in Hotel - Ibis Centre Meriadeck search of the artistry, architecture and archaeological treasures that have made Athens a popular stop for history lovers. Perhaps, join your new friends for an Included Meals - Breakfast, Dinner Optional Experience at a taverna evening including dancing and drinks.

Day 4 Hotel - Novotel Bordeaux – – Pamplona (1 Night) Breakfast, Lunch Lather up, the beach is the agenda today at the resort town of Biarritz on the Included Meals - Atlantic coast, where European royals once sunned themselves. Watch surfers Day 17 catch the perfect wave then travel to Pamplona, the capital of the old Kingdom of Athens . The city is famous for the San Fermín festival, commonly known as the . Join a Local Specialist on an Optional Experience and see the Ask your Travel Director for advice on how best to spend your free day. The day is city's ancient walls and Plaza del Castillo, the heart of the city where markets and yours to explore the place where it all began ­ the literature, art and laws that have tournaments have taken place. A special treat will see you savour tapas and sangria shaped western civilisation as we know it today. at Hemingway's favourite watering hole. Included Meals - Breakfast

Hotel - Abba Reino de Navarra Day 18 Athens Included Meals - Breakfast Join an Optional Experience to Delphi today. Walk the Sacred Way to the Temple of Day 5 Apollo ­ the same path that Alexander the Great once trod demanding to hear that Pamplona – Sightseeing (2 Nights) he would conquer the entire ancient world. Your Local Specialist will reveal the Traverse the splendid landscapes to Madrid, Europe's highest capital. It won't take ancient site's captivating history and some of the Oracle's prophecies, many of long for Madrid to get under your skin. This graceful capital was spruced up several which would eventually come true. You'll also discover Delphi's fame as the host of centuries ago thanks to King Charles III and it remains an elegant city to this day. the Pythian Games, dedicated to Apollo and the arts. You could choose instead to Your Local Specialist will reveal all the sights, including the Royal Palace and Retiro take a relaxing trip to the southernmost tip of mainland Greece to see the fifth­ Park, originally built as a retreat for the royal family. When the sun sets, head out century B.C Temple of Poseidon at Sounion. onto the streets to watch this football­mad metropolis come to life. You'll soon Breakfast discover why the city's vibrant nightlife keeps its hot­blooded residents up all hours Included Meals - of the night. Day 19 Athens Hotel - Melia Avenida America Get your final fix of Athens today with a free day to get some last­minute souvenir Included Meals - Breakfast shopping done. Maybe choose one of the Optional Experiences that could see you visit ancient Mycenae with its Royal Palace and Tomb of Agamemnon, or take a Day 6 one­day cruise to the islands of Aegina, Poros and Hydra. Madrid Free Time Breakfast The legacy of 'Madrid's Best Mayor' can be seen on the city's streets: The Cibeles Included Meals - Fountain, imposing Puerto de Alcalá and even the forerunner of the Prado Museum, Day 20 which today houses one of the greatest collections of European art, featuring such Athens Sightseeing – At Sea (1 Night) masters as Velázquez, Rubens, Goya and El Bosco. You'll have a full free day to uncover his many gifts or consider joining an Optional Experience to Toledo, the Today you'll come face­to­face with the impressive ancient backdrop that has 'City of Three Cultures'. Explore the influences of Christians, Muslims and Jews followed you throughout your stay in Athens ­ the Acropolis. A Local Specialist joins when you join a Local Specialist for a captivating walking tour. Then return to Madrid you for a sightseeing tour through what remains of the ancient citadel, including the for a second chance to discover the city's vibrant nightlife, with an optional dinner Parthenon, dedicated to the goddess Athena. View the Panathinaiko Olympic and discover an old and new Madrid. Stadium, the Temple of Zeus and Hadrian's Arch, stopping at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier to admire the curiously clad Evzone guards. In Patras, board your Included Meals - Breakfast ship for an overnight cruise to Ancona.

Day 7 Included Meals - Breakfast, Dinner Madrid – sightseeing (2 Nights) Day 21 Wind your way through 's sprawling vineyards to the sun­kissed shores of At Sea – Ancona – Bologna (1 Night) Barcelona. Your Local Specialist will reveal some of the city's key highlights this afternoon including Gaudí's ornate La Sagrada Família and the Plaça de Catalunya. Cross the Adriatic bound for Italy. After lunch onboard you'll arrive in Ancona and See street performers, artists and shoppers line the lively La Rambla and soak up travel to Bologna, where you'll spend the night before travelling on to Venice. the most inspiring panoramas of the city from the top of Montjuïc. The effervescent capital of Catalunya lights up at night, so resist the urge to retire early and hit the Hotel - NH Villanova town with your new friends. Included Meals - Breakfast, Lunch

Hotel - Campanile Sud Cornella Day 22 Bologna – Venice (1 Night) Included Meals - Breakfast Journey to the charismatic calle of Venice, once a maritime powerhouse and Day 8 republic whose influences can be seen across the Eastern Mediterranean. The Barcelona Free Time exquisite art of glassblowing for which Venice is justifiably famous is your This is your chance to get fully acquainted with Barcelona. You'll have a free day to introduction to the 'Queen of the Adriatic'. You'll see master craftsmen engaged in see the fanciful façades of Spanish Art Nouveau architect Antoni Gaudí, stroll the centuries­old craft that their forefathers passed down from generation to through the shadowy lanes of the Gothic quarter or perhaps join an Optional generation. Later, maybe choose an optional Gondola ride ­ grand palazzi, churches Experience to the in the mountains of Montserrat to see the beloved and ornate bridges lining your journey. There's a further opportunity later to visit the Black Madonna. After a busy day of sightseeing, maybe join an Optional Experience colourful fisherman's island of Burano for an optional meal with drinks. to see the whirling skirts and fiery passion of a flamenco show with dinner. This foot­ tapping extravaganza is not to be missed. Hotel - Best Western Airvenice

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Day 9 Day 23 Barcelona – Arles – French Riviera (2 Nights) Venice – (1 Night)

The shimmering Mediterranean coastline stretches ahead. Keep your cameras at Journey through alpine landscapes, crossing the Brenner Pass into Innsbruck, the the ready as you drive along elegant boulevards and attempt to capture the capital of the Tyrol. Marvel at Hofburg Palace and Golden Roof, gilded in the sophistication that seems to ooze from every corner. You'll stop in Arles with its 16th century by Emperor Maximilian to mark his wedding. Admire the fascinating honey­coloured façades, Roman ruins and Camargue culture. See first­hand where crystal installations and browse for precious gifts and souvenirs at the Swarovski Van Gogh sought inspiration for his masterpieces, then continue to the French Crystal Worlds Store. Riviera. Hotel - Bon Alpina Hotel - Amarante Cannes Included Meals - Breakfast, Dinner Breakfast Included Meals - Day 24 Day 10 Innsbruck – – Lake (2 Nights)

French Riviera Free Time Cross the Austrian border to Liechtenstein for a brief stop in its tiny capital, Oh là là! A full free day on the French Riviera. There's no shame in spending the day Vaduz. Earn your bragging rights by visiting one of the world's smallest countries sprawled out on a sun lounger with a cocktail, but if you can pull yourself away from before continuing into Switzerland. Head to its heart, the Lucerne Region where your the sun you'll want to join your fellow travellers for an Optional Experience to Saint­ very own 'Grand Tour' of Europe will see you savouring the Swiss countryside should Paul­de­Vence. Life is rather idyllic in this enchanting walled hill­town and, like some you choose to join an Optional Experience including a horse­drawn carriage to a of its famous residents, you'll want to linger here a little longer, but the sun­kissed local working farm. promenades of Nice beckon. You never know who you might spot seated in those sleek Ferraris and private yachts that dot the French Riviera. Hotel - City Brunnen

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Day 11 Day 25 French Riviera – – Pisa – Florence (1 Lucerne Orientation and Free Time Night) Travel into Lucerne where your orientation will reveal the Chapel Bridge and Lion Monument, hewn from rock to commemorate the sacrifice made by the Swiss Guard Follow the French Riveira to the glamorous Principality of Monaco. Your next stop is who died defending Louis XVI during the French Revolution. You'll have some time to Pisa where you'll be tempted to snap a few photos featuring you and its Leaning explore the city your way, perhaps with some retail therapy. Tower. Admire the Romanesque Square of Miracles in all its striped marble glory. Its structures are said to symbolise the three main stages of human life ­ the Baptistery Included Meals - Breakfast, Dinner (birth), the Cathedral (life) and the Camposanto (death). Then continue to Florence, the birthplace of the Renaissance where you'll enjoy dinner at your hotel. Day 26 Lucerne Region – Heidelberg – Rhineland (1 Hotel - Miro Night) Included Meals - Breakfast, Dinner Marvel at the mighty Rhine Falls at before crossing the border into . Pass through the Black Forest, straight out of a Brothers Grimm fairy Day 12 tale, then continue to Heidelberg with its red sandstone castle, one of the most Florence – Rome (2 Nights) important Renaissance structures north of the Alps. The soul­stirring landscapes of See how Florence has paved its way to a modern age when you embark on an the Rhineland is your final stop for the day. orientation tour through its historic centre. Learn about the quality and workmanship of one of this city's historic industries at a demonstration of Florentine leathercraft. Hotel - NH Bingen Perhaps, savour views of the façades of Ponte Vecchio, the Cathedral of Santa Breakfast, Dinner Maria del Fiore, Giotto's Bell Tower and the Baptistery. On your own, maybe visit the Included Meals - Piazza della Signoria, the city's main square where many of the political and artistic Day 27 treasures of the city can be seen, then head to Rome, the 'Eternal City'. You could Rhineland – Rhine Cruise – (1 choose to join a Local Specialist for a guided stroll through Rome's piazze. Linger at Night) a piazza enjoying a scoop or three of the local gelato and soak up the effervescent energy of a city that knows how to enjoy life. You'd be forgiven for wanting to jump ship and stay forever as you cruise down the Rhine River, passing medieval villages on its shores, steep vineyards and storybook Hotel - Ergife Palace castles. The Rhine Valley has enchanted painters and writers for centuries and you'll see it in all its glory on board your leisurely river cruise. Your journey culminates in Included Meals - Breakfast the free­thinking Dutch capital of Amsterdam where tonight you could choose to Day 13 explore the cityscape from its labyrinthine waterways on an optional canal cruise Rome Sightseeing and Free Time after enjoying a delicious meal in a historic Dutch house. With so much to see and do, you could explore Rome for an eternity without getting Hotel - Ibis Schiphol bored. Join an Optional Experience to Michelangelo's famous Sistine Chapel and the Vatican Museums or start your day the Italian way ­ slow and relaxed. Join a Local Included Meals - Breakfast

Specialist and stand in St. Peter's Square, sharing your space with devoted pilgrims Day 28 and pigeons. Visit St. Peter's Basilica and view Michelangelo's greatest work, the Amsterdam – London sorrowful Pietà. Cross the Tiber next, to view the mighty Colosseum and the countless other ancient sites which featured prominently in the days of the powerful Wind your way south through the expansive plains of the Netherlands and Belgium Roman Empire. Later you'll have some time to explore on your own or join a light­ as you return to where your journey first started, the vibrant British capital. In Calais, hearted Optional Experience revealing all the flavours that would make any board your ferry to Dover, arriving in London later where your incredible journey Italian mamma proud. across Europe comes to an end.

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Discover the most charming areas in the city with a Local Specialist. HERE'S A SAMPLE OF YOUR CHOICE OPTIONAL EXPERIENCES Wander through the labyrinth of narrow streets and beautiful squares of Rome's historic centre, leading to highlights such as the Trevi Fountain and the Pantheon, as well as hidden corners of the Eternal City.

AVAILABLE ON DAY 1 Adult Price: €33.00*

Seine Cruise and Paris Illuminations To truly see Paris in all its glory, you need to see it from the Seine. Enjoy a cruise along this famous river and take in unmatched views of the Notre Dame Cathedral and the Eiffel Tower. Afterwards, we’ll drive through the AVAILABLE ON DAY 13 City of Lights to see some of the fascinating sights this beautiful city has Roman Evening with Dinner to offer. In summer, this trip may take place before sunset. Spend a light­hearted evening with us in Rome. Relax and enjoy typical Adult Price: €38.00* Italian cuisine with drinks and music. Afterwards, we’ll enjoy a drive and provide a glimpse into how Romans enjoy their city.

Adult Price: €62.00*

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Montmartre Village And Artists' Square Many people go to Paris, but only a few are lucky enough to experience AVAILABLE ON DAY 13 what it’s really all about. Join us for a stroll with our Local Specialist Inside The Vatican & Colosseum through Montmartre – an artists’ village once home to Picasso and We skip the lines at the Vatican Museums for a tour with our Local Toulouse Lautrec, tucked away from the modern city. The paint will still be Specialist that shows not just remarkable works of art collected and wet on the canvasses, as we watch apprentices work before our eyes in commissioned over the history of the Papacy, but also Michelangelo’s the famous Artist’s Square. Mingle, barter, and stand in awe of Sacré amazing ceiling frescoes in the Sistine Chapel. Later, we hear fascinating Coeur Basilica in this historic, bohemian neighbourhood. tales of gladiatorial combat and more on our visit to the Colosseum, again Adult Price: €37.00* with time­saving VIP entrance.

Adult Price: €87.00*

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Moulin Rouge Cabaret And Dinner AVAILABLE ON DAY 14 It’s world famous for a reason, and this is your chance to see the real­life Discover Pompeii inspiration behind the award­winning movie. This Parisian institution Join our Local Specialist on a tour of the excavations of Pompeii, the features 60 dancers and entertainers with over 1,000 costumes to create perfectly preserved Roman town which was engulfed by Mount Vesuvius' a dazzling spectacle. You'll enjoy wine, dinner and Champagne during this eruption in AD 79. This is an opportunity to go back in time and get a unforgettable soirée at the original Parisian Cabaret! glimpse of everyday Roman life, frozen for almost 2,000 years. Adult Price: €165.00* Adult Price: €49.00*

AVAILABLE ON DAY 2 AVAILABLE ON DAY 14 Montparnasse and Latin Quarter Amalfi Coast and Positano With our Local Specialist, we'll take the fastest elevator in Europe to the Come with us for a drive along the famous Amalfi Coast. You’ll have a Panoramic Observation Deck for unbeatable views of the Eiffel Tower and chance to visit the exclusive artists’ paradise of Positano, which is all of the city’s iconic monuments. The highest rooftop terrace in Paris magnificently positioned on the Mediterranean coast. This optional offers a breath­taking 360­degree view, with all of Paris at your feet! Then involves reservation and entrance pre­payments. Cancellation within 24 we’ll take a stroll through the delightful Latin Quarter, a medieval maze of hours will incur a 50% cancellation fee. winding cobblestone alleyways where you'll have free time to enjoy the

sidewalk bistros, boutiques and hidden squares. Adult Price: €56.00*

Adult Price: €38.00*

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AVAILABLE ON DAY 4 Traditional Greek Taverna Meal With Entertainment This is an evening excursion to a taverna in the centre of Athens. Enjoy Pamplona Discovery With Tapas And Sangria excellent traditional Greek food in a lively atmosphere while being Enjoy a walking tour of charming Pamplona with our Local Specialist. See entertained by dances and music from all parts of the country. Wine, beer the ancient walls, views over the city, the beautiful and the and soft drinks are also included. Although the venue does have an official Cathedral before retracing the steps of the famous ‘Running of the Bulls’. ending time, guests are more than welcome to stay on in the taverna, to Then savour tapas and sangria at Hemingway’s favourite watering hole, join in with the local residents! (Casual dress.) the most beautiful and historic café in town!

Adult Price: €55.00* Adult Price: €34.00*

AVAILABLE ON DAY 5 AVAILABLE ON DAY 18 Cape Sounion Dinner and Discovery in Downtown Madrid Take a relaxing trip down to the southernmost tip of Mainland Greece to Join us this evening as we scratch beneath the surface of some lesser­ see the fifth century B.C Temple of Poseidon at Sounion. See if you can known aspects of Madrid's city centre. Then, we'll settle in for dinner, spot where Byron carved his initials on one of the temple’s sixteen along with musical entertainment and finish up with a spin around some of columns. Marvel at the sheer rugged beauty of the coastline and the the wonderful squares and fountains of magical Madrid. ancient temple perched above a 197­foot drop down to the Aegean Sea Adult Price: €61.00* below. Stand above the site of the world’s first lighthouse, overlooking an area steeped in classical Greek history, ever since the tragic King Aegeas threw himself from the rocky precipice into the sea below, thereby giving his name to the Aegean Sea.

AVAILABLE ON DAY 6 Adult Price: €45.00*

Spectacular Toledo: 's Ancient Capital With our Local Specialist, we'll visit the ancient capital of Spain, which sits above the River Tagus and is home to the nation's principal cathedral. We'll earn about Moorish and Jewish cultures, and how the area is famed AVAILABLE ON DAY 18 for the production of Damascene work: intricate inlaid gold jewellery and Delphi craftwork. We'll also visit El Greco's masterpiece, The Burial of the Count The slopes of Parnassus Mountain are home to Delphi, home to the of Orgaz, in St Thomas' church. Oracke and the centre of the universe for the ancient world. Visit the Adult Price: €46.00* Sanctuary of Apollo, the Stadium & the Temple, as well as the museum of Delphi ­ home to over 10,000 artefacts, including the famous bronze Charioteer. In addition, you will also pass through the typical mountain Greek village of Arachova ­ famous for its cheese, matured in nearby caves, and for its flokati rugs. AVAILABLE ON DAY 8 Adult Price: €100.00* Barcelona's Tapas Treats We'll dive into Spanish culture today with a local tapas tour. During our walking excursion, a local specialist will take us on a foodie adventure. Mouth­watering delicacies await as we discover just what makes Spanish cuisine so delicious. n.b. There is a minimum of 6 guests and a maximum AVAILABLE ON DAY 19 of 20 for this optional. One Day Cruise ­ Aegina, Poros And Hydra Adult Price: €50.00* Spend the day on board and cruise towards the islands of Aegina, Poros and Hydra. A great way to see and take in as much as you can whilst enjoying the Saronic gulf and the islands that are closest to the capital! A light lunch is included on board.

AVAILABLE ON DAY 8 Adult Price: €104.00*

Yoga on the Beach In search of a healthier body and mind? With the sound of the sea creating the ultimate yoga experience, we’ll learn sungazing and breathing techniques in an environment naturally designed for meditation. Finding AVAILABLE ON DAY 22 your personal balance on the fine sand of a Barcelona beach will increase Lagoon Cruise to Burano with Food and Drinks your well­being and be an amazing way to start your day! This practice is This afternoon, discover the Venetian Lagoon by private boat. You'll enjoy suitable for both expert practitioners and for yoga newbies. n.b. There is a a delicious meal, with a selection of drinks, on the fishermen's island of minimum of 4 guests and a maximum of 20 for this optional. Burano, famous for its multi­coloured houses ­ a photographer's paradise. Transportation to the beach is not included.

Adult Price: €72.00* Adult Price: €20.00*

AVAILABLE ON DAY 8 AVAILABLE ON DAY 22 Experience Venice By Gondola Mosaic Making Class Glide gracefully on a gondola along Venice’s dreamy, narrow waterways; Learn how to create Gaudí mosaics by taking part in an interactive full of character and colour. While your gondolier navigates the canals, workshop in Barcelona. In a relaxed and pleasant atmosphere and tutored you can take in the city’s elegant architecture. And they may even by one of the artisan masters, you will discover the basics of the serenade you with an Italian classic. technique, how to handle tools, choose your design and work out your

first masterpiece of mosaic. Bring back home your creation as a nice Adult Price: €44.00* souvenir! n.b. There is a minimum of 10 guests and a maximum of 20 for this optional.

Adult Price: €58.00* AVAILABLE ON DAY 24

Swiss Dinner by the Lake Tonight, we'll enjoy a delicious Swiss meal that includes the famous AVAILABLE ON DAY 8 Swiss cheese fondue in a typical local restaurant. Its Lakeside location and well­placed terrace will ensure a relaxing evening enjoying the hearty Flamenco Spectacular With Dinner Swiss menu. Two drinks are included. Come and experience the passion and spirit of Spain at a spectacular

flamenco evening. This modern interpretation of Spain's most famous Adult Price: Fr.95.00* entertainment is one of the best shows in town, and we’ve even included dinner and drinks.

Adult Price: €87.00* AVAILABLE ON DAY 24

Mount Pilatus And Lake Cruise We’ll ascend by cog­wheel train to Mount Pilatus’ summit, where you’ll AVAILABLE ON DAY 8 have time to explore, admire the views, and breathe the pure air. Then, we’ll descend by cable­car to enjoy a scenic lake cruise. On certain Mystical Montserrat departures this Optional may be operated in reverse. Today, with our Local Specialist, we'll take a drive to the enchanting and

mystical mountain of Montserrat, with its breath­taking views and Adult Price: Fr.113.00* spectacular scenery. While there, we'll visit the Benedictine monastery to view the famed Black Madonna.

Adult Price: €40.00* AVAILABLE ON DAY 25

Swiss Countryside & Carriages A chance to get to know the Swiss, you’ll meet local farmers and enjoy a AVAILABLE ON DAY 10 delightful countryside tour in horse­drawn carriages. Soak up the stunning scenery as we trot around a typical rural community, en route to a farm St. Paul And Corniche Discovery with Lunch or Dinner where you’ll savour local drinks and snacks. Children must be Join us on a drive inland towards the mountains to visit the historic, walled accompanied by an adult. hilltop town of St. Paul ­ an artists’ paradise. With our Local Specialist,

we’ll continue along the Riviera, passing through glamorous Nice and Adult Price: Fr.67.00* travelling on the Corniche roads as you admire the spectacular views, before arriving at a characteristic restaurant for a delicious meal including drinks.

Adult Price: €82.00* AVAILABLE ON DAY 27

Dinner In A Historic Dutch House And Canal Cruise Join us for a delicious meal of Dutch specialities, including drinks, in the elegant surroundings of this historic house. Later you’ll board our private AVAILABLE ON DAY 10 boat and glide gently along the canals, under picturesque bridges and past elegant town­houses built on the water's edge. This optional involves St Paul de Vence and Nice reservations and entrance prepayments. If you decide to cancel the Your sublime day on the Riviera starts with a lovely drive to the town of St. optional a 50% cancellation fee will be incurred. On occasion this may Paul de Vence with your Local Specialist. See why this medieval, walled operate in reverse, with the cruise before the meal. city lured the likes of Pablo Picasso and Marc Chagall. Then, because no

visit to the Riviera is complete without it, we'll continue to glorious Nice to Adult Price: €69.00* enjoy the city, its old town and its colourful provençale markets.

Adult Price: €43.00* *We're always sourcing more great experiences for you to choose from. When you join us on your tour, your Travel Director will share the most up to date choices for your trip and travel season. For this reason, the AVAILABLE ON DAY 12 optional experiences and pricing offered here are a guide only and subject to change. Piazzas and Fountains of Rome European Discoverer End London

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Day 1 Day 14 London – Paris (2 Nights) Rome – Bay Of Naples (1 Night)

For now, London bids you safe travels as you continue south through the Kent The Bay of Naples beckons and you'll head south past the Abbey of Monte Cassino, countryside to Dover and then on by ferry to Calais. Next stop is Paris, another the site of fierce battles during World War II, to Napoli. Arrive just in time to spend capital that doesn't hold back and doesn't expect you to either. Take a walk through the afternoon taking an optional drive along the picture­perfect Amalfi Coast, with a its grand past, dynamic present and exciting future, from the maze of streets that visit to the artist hub of Positano and its pastel­hued houses that seem to tumble once nurtured great artists in Montmartre to the Eiffel Tower. You could choose to into the Tyrrhenian Sea. Alternatively, spend the rest of your day rubbing shoulders join an Optional Experience cruise on the Seine, admiring the illuminated skyline at with the feisty Neopolitans in search of the city's best Margherita pizza. Its night. ingredients reflect the red, white and green of Italy's flag ­ could there be anything more patriotic? Day 2 Paris sightseeing and free time Hotel - La Panoramica Put the joy in joie de vivre and embrace the beauty and elegance of Paris on a Breakfast, Dinner sightseeing tour with your Travel Director. See the Arc de Triomphe and Champs Included Meals - Élysées, then spend the rest of the day discovering the city on your terms. There's Day 15 time to take a leisurely stroll down the Seine or hit the shops. Tonight, the colourful Bay Of Naples – Ancona – At Sea (1 Night) Can­Can dancers entice you with their remarkable outfits should you choose to join an Optional Experience cabaret show. Make the most of your stay in the Bay of Naples and join an expert for an Optional Experience to the excavations of Pompeii. See how this Roman town was frozen in Included Meals - Breakfast time when Mount Vesuvius erupted. Later, travel to the port of Ancona where you'll board your overnight ferry to Greece. Day 3 Paris – Tours – Bordeaux (1 Night) Included Meals - Breakfast, Dinner

Wind your way through the French countryside to the city of Tours, the gateway to Day 16 the Loire Valley. In its car­free centre you'll discover a fascinating medieval heart, At Sea – Patras – Athens (4 Nights) reflected in its timber­framed houses and Renaissance mansions. Your next stop is the wine capital of Bordeaux, whose stunning Garonne riverfront and Age of Touch Greek soil for the first time in Patras, continuing by coach to Athens. The Enlightenment history and architecture have made it one of France's most visited Greek capital was once the centre of the world and for several days it will be yours. cities. Join your travel companions for dinner at your hotel. Evidence of the city's former status as the 'Cradle of Western Civilisation' can be seen around every turn, so lace up your walking shoes and pound the pavements in Hotel - Ibis Centre Meriadeck search of the artistry, architecture and archaeological treasures that have made Athens a popular stop for history lovers. Perhaps, join your new friends for an Included Meals - Breakfast, Dinner Optional Experience at a taverna evening including dancing and drinks.

Day 4 Hotel - Novotel Bordeaux – Biarritz – Pamplona (1 Night) Breakfast, Lunch Lather up, the beach is the agenda today at the resort town of Biarritz on the Included Meals - Atlantic coast, where European royals once sunned themselves. Watch surfers Day 17 catch the perfect wave then travel to Pamplona, the capital of the old Kingdom of Athens Navarre. The city is famous for the San Fermín festival, commonly known as the Running of the Bulls. Join a Local Specialist on an Optional Experience and see the Ask your Travel Director for advice on how best to spend your free day. The day is city's ancient walls and Plaza del Castillo, the heart of the city where markets and yours to explore the place where it all began ­ the literature, art and laws that have tournaments have taken place. A special treat will see you savour tapas and sangria shaped western civilisation as we know it today. at Hemingway's favourite watering hole. Included Meals - Breakfast

Hotel - Abba Reino de Navarra Day 18 Athens Included Meals - Breakfast Join an Optional Experience to Delphi today. Walk the Sacred Way to the Temple of Day 5 Apollo ­ the same path that Alexander the Great once trod demanding to hear that Pamplona – Madrid Sightseeing (2 Nights) he would conquer the entire ancient world. Your Local Specialist will reveal the Traverse the splendid landscapes to Madrid, Europe's highest capital. It won't take ancient site's captivating history and some of the Oracle's prophecies, many of long for Madrid to get under your skin. This graceful capital was spruced up several which would eventually come true. You'll also discover Delphi's fame as the host of centuries ago thanks to King Charles III and it remains an elegant city to this day. the Pythian Games, dedicated to Apollo and the arts. You could choose instead to Your Local Specialist will reveal all the sights, including the Royal Palace and Retiro take a relaxing trip to the southernmost tip of mainland Greece to see the fifth­ Park, originally built as a retreat for the royal family. When the sun sets, head out century B.C Temple of Poseidon at Sounion. onto the streets to watch this football­mad metropolis come to life. You'll soon Breakfast discover why the city's vibrant nightlife keeps its hot­blooded residents up all hours Included Meals - of the night. Day 19 Athens Hotel - Melia Avenida America Get your final fix of Athens today with a free day to get some last­minute souvenir Included Meals - Breakfast shopping done. Maybe choose one of the Optional Experiences that could see you visit ancient Mycenae with its Royal Palace and Tomb of Agamemnon, or take a Day 6 one­day cruise to the islands of Aegina, Poros and Hydra. Madrid Free Time Breakfast The legacy of 'Madrid's Best Mayor' can be seen on the city's streets: The Cibeles Included Meals - Fountain, imposing Puerto de Alcalá and even the forerunner of the Prado Museum, Day 20 which today houses one of the greatest collections of European art, featuring such Athens Sightseeing – At Sea (1 Night) masters as Velázquez, Rubens, Goya and El Bosco. You'll have a full free day to uncover his many gifts or consider joining an Optional Experience to Toledo, the Today you'll come face­to­face with the impressive ancient backdrop that has 'City of Three Cultures'. Explore the influences of Christians, Muslims and Jews followed you throughout your stay in Athens ­ the Acropolis. A Local Specialist joins when you join a Local Specialist for a captivating walking tour. Then return to Madrid you for a sightseeing tour through what remains of the ancient citadel, including the for a second chance to discover the city's vibrant nightlife, with an optional dinner Parthenon, dedicated to the goddess Athena. View the Panathinaiko Olympic and discover an old and new Madrid. Stadium, the Temple of Zeus and Hadrian's Arch, stopping at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier to admire the curiously clad Evzone guards. In Patras, board your Included Meals - Breakfast ship for an overnight cruise to Ancona.

Day 7 Included Meals - Breakfast, Dinner Madrid – Barcelona sightseeing (2 Nights) Day 21 Wind your way through Catalonia's sprawling vineyards to the sun­kissed shores of At Sea – Ancona – Bologna (1 Night) Barcelona. Your Local Specialist will reveal some of the city's key highlights this afternoon including Gaudí's ornate La Sagrada Família and the Plaça de Catalunya. Cross the Adriatic bound for Italy. After lunch onboard you'll arrive in Ancona and See street performers, artists and shoppers line the lively La Rambla and soak up travel to Bologna, where you'll spend the night before travelling on to Venice. the most inspiring panoramas of the city from the top of Montjuïc. The effervescent capital of Catalunya lights up at night, so resist the urge to retire early and hit the Hotel - NH Villanova town with your new friends. Included Meals - Breakfast, Lunch

Hotel - Campanile Sud Cornella Day 22 Bologna – Venice (1 Night) Included Meals - Breakfast Journey to the charismatic calle of Venice, once a maritime powerhouse and Day 8 republic whose influences can be seen across the Eastern Mediterranean. The Barcelona Free Time exquisite art of glassblowing for which Venice is justifiably famous is your This is your chance to get fully acquainted with Barcelona. You'll have a free day to introduction to the 'Queen of the Adriatic'. You'll see master craftsmen engaged in see the fanciful façades of Spanish Art Nouveau architect Antoni Gaudí, stroll the centuries­old craft that their forefathers passed down from generation to through the shadowy lanes of the Gothic quarter or perhaps join an Optional generation. Later, maybe choose an optional Gondola ride ­ grand palazzi, churches Experience to the monastery in the mountains of Montserrat to see the beloved and ornate bridges lining your journey. There's a further opportunity later to visit the Black Madonna. After a busy day of sightseeing, maybe join an Optional Experience colourful fisherman's island of Burano for an optional meal with drinks. to see the whirling skirts and fiery passion of a flamenco show with dinner. This foot­ tapping extravaganza is not to be missed. Hotel - Best Western Airvenice

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Day 9 Day 23 Barcelona – Arles – French Riviera (2 Nights) Venice – Innsbruck (1 Night)

The shimmering Mediterranean coastline stretches ahead. Keep your cameras at Journey through alpine landscapes, crossing the Brenner Pass into Innsbruck, the the ready as you drive along elegant boulevards and attempt to capture the capital of the Tyrol. Marvel at Hofburg Palace and Golden Roof, gilded in the sophistication that seems to ooze from every corner. You'll stop in Arles with its 16th century by Emperor Maximilian to mark his wedding. Admire the fascinating honey­coloured façades, Roman ruins and Camargue culture. See first­hand where crystal installations and browse for precious gifts and souvenirs at the Swarovski Van Gogh sought inspiration for his masterpieces, then continue to the French Crystal Worlds Store. Riviera. Hotel - Bon Alpina Hotel - Amarante Cannes Included Meals - Breakfast, Dinner Breakfast Included Meals - Day 24 Day 10 Innsbruck – Vaduz – Lake Lucerne (2 Nights)

French Riviera Free Time Cross the Austrian border to Liechtenstein for a brief stop in its tiny capital, Oh là là! A full free day on the French Riviera. There's no shame in spending the day Vaduz. Earn your bragging rights by visiting one of the world's smallest countries sprawled out on a sun lounger with a cocktail, but if you can pull yourself away from before continuing into Switzerland. Head to its heart, the Lucerne Region where your the sun you'll want to join your fellow travellers for an Optional Experience to Saint­ very own 'Grand Tour' of Europe will see you savouring the Swiss countryside should Paul­de­Vence. Life is rather idyllic in this enchanting walled hill­town and, like some you choose to join an Optional Experience including a horse­drawn carriage to a of its famous residents, you'll want to linger here a little longer, but the sun­kissed local working farm. promenades of Nice beckon. You never know who you might spot seated in those sleek Ferraris and private yachts that dot the French Riviera. Hotel - City Brunnen

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Day 11 Day 25 French Riviera – Monaco – Pisa – Florence (1 Lucerne Orientation and Free Time Night) Travel into Lucerne where your orientation will reveal the Chapel Bridge and Lion Monument, hewn from rock to commemorate the sacrifice made by the Swiss Guard Follow the French Riveira to the glamorous Principality of Monaco. Your next stop is who died defending Louis XVI during the French Revolution. You'll have some time to Pisa where you'll be tempted to snap a few photos featuring you and its Leaning explore the city your way, perhaps with some retail therapy. Tower. Admire the Romanesque Square of Miracles in all its striped marble glory. Its structures are said to symbolise the three main stages of human life ­ the Baptistery Included Meals - Breakfast, Dinner (birth), the Cathedral (life) and the Camposanto (death). Then continue to Florence, the birthplace of the Renaissance where you'll enjoy dinner at your hotel. Day 26 Lucerne Region – Heidelberg – Rhineland (1 Hotel - Miro Night) Included Meals - Breakfast, Dinner Marvel at the mighty Rhine Falls at Schaffhausen before crossing the border into Germany. Pass through the Black Forest, straight out of a Brothers Grimm fairy Day 12 tale, then continue to Heidelberg with its red sandstone castle, one of the most Florence – Rome (2 Nights) important Renaissance structures north of the Alps. The soul­stirring landscapes of See how Florence has paved its way to a modern age when you embark on an the Rhineland is your final stop for the day. orientation tour through its historic centre. Learn about the quality and workmanship of one of this city's historic industries at a demonstration of Florentine leathercraft. Hotel - NH Bingen Perhaps, savour views of the façades of Ponte Vecchio, the Cathedral of Santa Breakfast, Dinner Maria del Fiore, Giotto's Bell Tower and the Baptistery. On your own, maybe visit the Included Meals - Piazza della Signoria, the city's main square where many of the political and artistic Day 27 treasures of the city can be seen, then head to Rome, the 'Eternal City'. You could Rhineland – Rhine Cruise – Amsterdam (1 choose to join a Local Specialist for a guided stroll through Rome's piazze. Linger at Night) a piazza enjoying a scoop or three of the local gelato and soak up the effervescent energy of a city that knows how to enjoy life. You'd be forgiven for wanting to jump ship and stay forever as you cruise down the Rhine River, passing medieval villages on its shores, steep vineyards and storybook Hotel - Ergife Palace castles. The Rhine Valley has enchanted painters and writers for centuries and you'll see it in all its glory on board your leisurely river cruise. Your journey culminates in Included Meals - Breakfast the free­thinking Dutch capital of Amsterdam where tonight you could choose to Day 13 explore the cityscape from its labyrinthine waterways on an optional canal cruise Rome Sightseeing and Free Time after enjoying a delicious meal in a historic Dutch house. With so much to see and do, you could explore Rome for an eternity without getting Hotel - Ibis Schiphol bored. Join an Optional Experience to Michelangelo's famous Sistine Chapel and the Vatican Museums or start your day the Italian way ­ slow and relaxed. Join a Local Included Meals - Breakfast

Specialist and stand in St. Peter's Square, sharing your space with devoted pilgrims Day 28 and pigeons. Visit St. Peter's Basilica and view Michelangelo's greatest work, the Amsterdam – London sorrowful Pietà. Cross the Tiber next, to view the mighty Colosseum and the countless other ancient sites which featured prominently in the days of the powerful Wind your way south through the expansive plains of the Netherlands and Belgium Roman Empire. Later you'll have some time to explore on your own or join a light­ as you return to where your journey first started, the vibrant British capital. In Calais, hearted Optional Experience revealing all the flavours that would make any board your ferry to Dover, arriving in London later where your incredible journey Italian mamma proud. across Europe comes to an end.

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Discover the most charming areas in the city with a Local Specialist. HERE'S A SAMPLE OF YOUR CHOICE OPTIONAL EXPERIENCES Wander through the labyrinth of narrow streets and beautiful squares of Rome's historic centre, leading to highlights such as the Trevi Fountain and the Pantheon, as well as hidden corners of the Eternal City.

AVAILABLE ON DAY 1 Adult Price: €33.00*

Seine Cruise and Paris Illuminations To truly see Paris in all its glory, you need to see it from the Seine. Enjoy a cruise along this famous river and take in unmatched views of the Notre Dame Cathedral and the Eiffel Tower. Afterwards, we’ll drive through the AVAILABLE ON DAY 13 City of Lights to see some of the fascinating sights this beautiful city has Roman Evening with Dinner to offer. In summer, this trip may take place before sunset. Spend a light­hearted evening with us in Rome. Relax and enjoy typical Adult Price: €38.00* Italian cuisine with drinks and music. Afterwards, we’ll enjoy a drive and provide a glimpse into how Romans enjoy their city.

Adult Price: €62.00*

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Montmartre Village And Artists' Square Many people go to Paris, but only a few are lucky enough to experience AVAILABLE ON DAY 13 what it’s really all about. Join us for a stroll with our Local Specialist Inside The Vatican & Colosseum through Montmartre – an artists’ village once home to Picasso and We skip the lines at the Vatican Museums for a tour with our Local Toulouse Lautrec, tucked away from the modern city. The paint will still be Specialist that shows not just remarkable works of art collected and wet on the canvasses, as we watch apprentices work before our eyes in commissioned over the history of the Papacy, but also Michelangelo’s the famous Artist’s Square. Mingle, barter, and stand in awe of Sacré amazing ceiling frescoes in the Sistine Chapel. Later, we hear fascinating Coeur Basilica in this historic, bohemian neighbourhood. tales of gladiatorial combat and more on our visit to the Colosseum, again Adult Price: €37.00* with time­saving VIP entrance.

Adult Price: €87.00*

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Moulin Rouge Cabaret And Dinner AVAILABLE ON DAY 14 It’s world famous for a reason, and this is your chance to see the real­life Discover Pompeii inspiration behind the award­winning movie. This Parisian institution Join our Local Specialist on a tour of the excavations of Pompeii, the features 60 dancers and entertainers with over 1,000 costumes to create perfectly preserved Roman town which was engulfed by Mount Vesuvius' a dazzling spectacle. You'll enjoy wine, dinner and Champagne during this eruption in AD 79. This is an opportunity to go back in time and get a unforgettable soirée at the original Parisian Cabaret! glimpse of everyday Roman life, frozen for almost 2,000 years. Adult Price: €165.00* Adult Price: €49.00*

AVAILABLE ON DAY 2 AVAILABLE ON DAY 14 Montparnasse and Latin Quarter Amalfi Coast and Positano With our Local Specialist, we'll take the fastest elevator in Europe to the Come with us for a drive along the famous Amalfi Coast. You’ll have a Panoramic Observation Deck for unbeatable views of the Eiffel Tower and chance to visit the exclusive artists’ paradise of Positano, which is all of the city’s iconic monuments. The highest rooftop terrace in Paris magnificently positioned on the Mediterranean coast. This optional offers a breath­taking 360­degree view, with all of Paris at your feet! Then involves reservation and entrance pre­payments. Cancellation within 24 we’ll take a stroll through the delightful Latin Quarter, a medieval maze of hours will incur a 50% cancellation fee. winding cobblestone alleyways where you'll have free time to enjoy the

sidewalk bistros, boutiques and hidden squares. Adult Price: €56.00*

Adult Price: €38.00*

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AVAILABLE ON DAY 4 Traditional Greek Taverna Meal With Entertainment This is an evening excursion to a taverna in the centre of Athens. Enjoy Pamplona Discovery With Tapas And Sangria excellent traditional Greek food in a lively atmosphere while being Enjoy a walking tour of charming Pamplona with our Local Specialist. See entertained by dances and music from all parts of the country. Wine, beer the ancient walls, views over the city, the beautiful old town and the and soft drinks are also included. Although the venue does have an official Cathedral before retracing the steps of the famous ‘Running of the Bulls’. ending time, guests are more than welcome to stay on in the taverna, to Then savour tapas and sangria at Hemingway’s favourite watering hole, join in with the local residents! (Casual dress.) the most beautiful and historic café in town!

Adult Price: €55.00* Adult Price: €34.00*

AVAILABLE ON DAY 5 AVAILABLE ON DAY 18 Cape Sounion Dinner and Discovery in Downtown Madrid Take a relaxing trip down to the southernmost tip of Mainland Greece to Join us this evening as we scratch beneath the surface of some lesser­ see the fifth century B.C Temple of Poseidon at Sounion. See if you can known aspects of Madrid's city centre. Then, we'll settle in for dinner, spot where Byron carved his initials on one of the temple’s sixteen along with musical entertainment and finish up with a spin around some of columns. Marvel at the sheer rugged beauty of the coastline and the the wonderful squares and fountains of magical Madrid. ancient temple perched above a 197­foot drop down to the Aegean Sea Adult Price: €61.00* below. Stand above the site of the world’s first lighthouse, overlooking an area steeped in classical Greek history, ever since the tragic King Aegeas threw himself from the rocky precipice into the sea below, thereby giving his name to the Aegean Sea.

AVAILABLE ON DAY 6 Adult Price: €45.00*

Spectacular Toledo: Spain's Ancient Capital With our Local Specialist, we'll visit the ancient capital of Spain, which sits above the River Tagus and is home to the nation's principal cathedral. We'll earn about Moorish and Jewish cultures, and how the area is famed AVAILABLE ON DAY 18 for the production of Damascene work: intricate inlaid gold jewellery and Delphi craftwork. We'll also visit El Greco's masterpiece, The Burial of the Count The slopes of Parnassus Mountain are home to Delphi, home to the of Orgaz, in St Thomas' church. Oracke and the centre of the universe for the ancient world. Visit the Adult Price: €46.00* Sanctuary of Apollo, the Stadium & the Temple, as well as the museum of Delphi ­ home to over 10,000 artefacts, including the famous bronze Charioteer. In addition, you will also pass through the typical mountain Greek village of Arachova ­ famous for its cheese, matured in nearby caves, and for its flokati rugs. AVAILABLE ON DAY 8 Adult Price: €100.00* Barcelona's Tapas Treats We'll dive into Spanish culture today with a local tapas tour. During our walking excursion, a local specialist will take us on a foodie adventure. Mouth­watering delicacies await as we discover just what makes Spanish cuisine so delicious. n.b. There is a minimum of 6 guests and a maximum AVAILABLE ON DAY 19 of 20 for this optional. One Day Cruise ­ Aegina, Poros And Hydra Adult Price: €50.00* Spend the day on board and cruise towards the islands of Aegina, Poros and Hydra. A great way to see and take in as much as you can whilst enjoying the Saronic gulf and the islands that are closest to the capital! A light lunch is included on board.

AVAILABLE ON DAY 8 Adult Price: €104.00*

Yoga on the Beach In search of a healthier body and mind? With the sound of the sea creating the ultimate yoga experience, we’ll learn sungazing and breathing techniques in an environment naturally designed for meditation. Finding AVAILABLE ON DAY 22 your personal balance on the fine sand of a Barcelona beach will increase Lagoon Cruise to Burano with Food and Drinks your well­being and be an amazing way to start your day! This practice is This afternoon, discover the Venetian Lagoon by private boat. You'll enjoy suitable for both expert practitioners and for yoga newbies. n.b. There is a a delicious meal, with a selection of drinks, on the fishermen's island of minimum of 4 guests and a maximum of 20 for this optional. Burano, famous for its multi­coloured houses ­ a photographer's paradise. Transportation to the beach is not included.

Adult Price: €72.00* Adult Price: €20.00*

AVAILABLE ON DAY 8 AVAILABLE ON DAY 22 Experience Venice By Gondola Mosaic Making Class Glide gracefully on a gondola along Venice’s dreamy, narrow waterways; Learn how to create Gaudí mosaics by taking part in an interactive full of character and colour. While your gondolier navigates the canals, workshop in Barcelona. In a relaxed and pleasant atmosphere and tutored you can take in the city’s elegant architecture. And they may even by one of the artisan masters, you will discover the basics of the serenade you with an Italian classic. technique, how to handle tools, choose your design and work out your

first masterpiece of mosaic. Bring back home your creation as a nice Adult Price: €44.00* souvenir! n.b. There is a minimum of 10 guests and a maximum of 20 for this optional.

Adult Price: €58.00* AVAILABLE ON DAY 24

Swiss Dinner by the Lake Tonight, we'll enjoy a delicious Swiss meal that includes the famous AVAILABLE ON DAY 8 Swiss cheese fondue in a typical local restaurant. Its Lakeside location and well­placed terrace will ensure a relaxing evening enjoying the hearty Flamenco Spectacular With Dinner Swiss menu. Two drinks are included. Come and experience the passion and spirit of Spain at a spectacular

flamenco evening. This modern interpretation of Spain's most famous Adult Price: Fr.95.00* entertainment is one of the best shows in town, and we’ve even included dinner and drinks.

Adult Price: €87.00* AVAILABLE ON DAY 24

Mount Pilatus And Lake Cruise We’ll ascend by cog­wheel train to Mount Pilatus’ summit, where you’ll AVAILABLE ON DAY 8 have time to explore, admire the views, and breathe the pure air. Then, we’ll descend by cable­car to enjoy a scenic lake cruise. On certain Mystical Montserrat departures this Optional may be operated in reverse. Today, with our Local Specialist, we'll take a drive to the enchanting and

mystical mountain of Montserrat, with its breath­taking views and Adult Price: Fr.113.00* spectacular scenery. While there, we'll visit the Benedictine monastery to view the famed Black Madonna.

Adult Price: €40.00* AVAILABLE ON DAY 25

Swiss Countryside & Carriages A chance to get to know the Swiss, you’ll meet local farmers and enjoy a AVAILABLE ON DAY 10 delightful countryside tour in horse­drawn carriages. Soak up the stunning scenery as we trot around a typical rural community, en route to a farm St. Paul And Corniche Discovery with Lunch or Dinner where you’ll savour local drinks and snacks. Children must be Join us on a drive inland towards the mountains to visit the historic, walled accompanied by an adult. hilltop town of St. Paul ­ an artists’ paradise. With our Local Specialist,

we’ll continue along the Riviera, passing through glamorous Nice and Adult Price: Fr.67.00* travelling on the Corniche roads as you admire the spectacular views, before arriving at a characteristic restaurant for a delicious meal including drinks.

Adult Price: €82.00* AVAILABLE ON DAY 27

Dinner In A Historic Dutch House And Canal Cruise Join us for a delicious meal of Dutch specialities, including drinks, in the elegant surroundings of this historic house. Later you’ll board our private AVAILABLE ON DAY 10 boat and glide gently along the canals, under picturesque bridges and past elegant town­houses built on the water's edge. This optional involves St Paul de Vence and Nice reservations and entrance prepayments. If you decide to cancel the Your sublime day on the Riviera starts with a lovely drive to the town of St. optional a 50% cancellation fee will be incurred. On occasion this may Paul de Vence with your Local Specialist. See why this medieval, walled operate in reverse, with the cruise before the meal. city lured the likes of Pablo Picasso and Marc Chagall. Then, because no

visit to the Riviera is complete without it, we'll continue to glorious Nice to Adult Price: €69.00* enjoy the city, its old town and its colourful provençale markets.

Adult Price: €43.00* *We're always sourcing more great experiences for you to choose from. When you join us on your tour, your Travel Director will share the most up to date choices for your trip and travel season. For this reason, the AVAILABLE ON DAY 12 optional experiences and pricing offered here are a guide only and subject to change. Piazzas and Fountains of Rome European Discoverer End London

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Day 1 Day 14 London – Paris (2 Nights) Rome – Bay Of Naples (1 Night)

For now, London bids you safe travels as you continue south through the Kent The Bay of Naples beckons and you'll head south past the Abbey of Monte Cassino, countryside to Dover and then on by ferry to Calais. Next stop is Paris, another the site of fierce battles during World War II, to Napoli. Arrive just in time to spend capital that doesn't hold back and doesn't expect you to either. Take a walk through the afternoon taking an optional drive along the picture­perfect Amalfi Coast, with a its grand past, dynamic present and exciting future, from the maze of streets that visit to the artist hub of Positano and its pastel­hued houses that seem to tumble once nurtured great artists in Montmartre to the Eiffel Tower. You could choose to into the Tyrrhenian Sea. Alternatively, spend the rest of your day rubbing shoulders join an Optional Experience cruise on the Seine, admiring the illuminated skyline at with the feisty Neopolitans in search of the city's best Margherita pizza. Its night. ingredients reflect the red, white and green of Italy's flag ­ could there be anything more patriotic? Day 2 Paris sightseeing and free time Hotel - La Panoramica Put the joy in joie de vivre and embrace the beauty and elegance of Paris on a Breakfast, Dinner sightseeing tour with your Travel Director. See the Arc de Triomphe and Champs Included Meals - Élysées, then spend the rest of the day discovering the city on your terms. There's Day 15 time to take a leisurely stroll down the Seine or hit the shops. Tonight, the colourful Bay Of Naples – Ancona – At Sea (1 Night) Can­Can dancers entice you with their remarkable outfits should you choose to join an Optional Experience cabaret show. Make the most of your stay in the Bay of Naples and join an expert for an Optional Experience to the excavations of Pompeii. See how this Roman town was frozen in Included Meals - Breakfast time when Mount Vesuvius erupted. Later, travel to the port of Ancona where you'll board your overnight ferry to Greece. Day 3 Paris – Tours – Bordeaux (1 Night) Included Meals - Breakfast, Dinner

Wind your way through the French countryside to the city of Tours, the gateway to Day 16 the Loire Valley. In its car­free centre you'll discover a fascinating medieval heart, At Sea – Patras – Athens (4 Nights) reflected in its timber­framed houses and Renaissance mansions. Your next stop is the wine capital of Bordeaux, whose stunning Garonne riverfront and Age of Touch Greek soil for the first time in Patras, continuing by coach to Athens. The Enlightenment history and architecture have made it one of France's most visited Greek capital was once the centre of the world and for several days it will be yours. cities. Join your travel companions for dinner at your hotel. Evidence of the city's former status as the 'Cradle of Western Civilisation' can be seen around every turn, so lace up your walking shoes and pound the pavements in Hotel - Ibis Centre Meriadeck search of the artistry, architecture and archaeological treasures that have made Athens a popular stop for history lovers. Perhaps, join your new friends for an Included Meals - Breakfast, Dinner Optional Experience at a taverna evening including dancing and drinks.

Day 4 Hotel - Novotel Bordeaux – Biarritz – Pamplona (1 Night) Breakfast, Lunch Lather up, the beach is the agenda today at the resort town of Biarritz on the Included Meals - Atlantic coast, where European royals once sunned themselves. Watch surfers Day 17 catch the perfect wave then travel to Pamplona, the capital of the old Kingdom of Athens Navarre. The city is famous for the San Fermín festival, commonly known as the Running of the Bulls. Join a Local Specialist on an Optional Experience and see the Ask your Travel Director for advice on how best to spend your free day. The day is city's ancient walls and Plaza del Castillo, the heart of the city where markets and yours to explore the place where it all began ­ the literature, art and laws that have tournaments have taken place. A special treat will see you savour tapas and sangria shaped western civilisation as we know it today. at Hemingway's favourite watering hole. Included Meals - Breakfast

Hotel - Abba Reino de Navarra Day 18 Athens Included Meals - Breakfast Join an Optional Experience to Delphi today. Walk the Sacred Way to the Temple of Day 5 Apollo ­ the same path that Alexander the Great once trod demanding to hear that Pamplona – Madrid Sightseeing (2 Nights) he would conquer the entire ancient world. Your Local Specialist will reveal the Traverse the splendid landscapes to Madrid, Europe's highest capital. It won't take ancient site's captivating history and some of the Oracle's prophecies, many of long for Madrid to get under your skin. This graceful capital was spruced up several which would eventually come true. You'll also discover Delphi's fame as the host of centuries ago thanks to King Charles III and it remains an elegant city to this day. the Pythian Games, dedicated to Apollo and the arts. You could choose instead to Your Local Specialist will reveal all the sights, including the Royal Palace and Retiro take a relaxing trip to the southernmost tip of mainland Greece to see the fifth­ Park, originally built as a retreat for the royal family. When the sun sets, head out century B.C Temple of Poseidon at Sounion. onto the streets to watch this football­mad metropolis come to life. You'll soon Breakfast discover why the city's vibrant nightlife keeps its hot­blooded residents up all hours Included Meals - of the night. Day 19 Athens Hotel - Melia Avenida America Get your final fix of Athens today with a free day to get some last­minute souvenir Included Meals - Breakfast shopping done. Maybe choose one of the Optional Experiences that could see you visit ancient Mycenae with its Royal Palace and Tomb of Agamemnon, or take a Day 6 one­day cruise to the islands of Aegina, Poros and Hydra. Madrid Free Time Breakfast The legacy of 'Madrid's Best Mayor' can be seen on the city's streets: The Cibeles Included Meals - Fountain, imposing Puerto de Alcalá and even the forerunner of the Prado Museum, Day 20 which today houses one of the greatest collections of European art, featuring such Athens Sightseeing – At Sea (1 Night) masters as Velázquez, Rubens, Goya and El Bosco. You'll have a full free day to uncover his many gifts or consider joining an Optional Experience to Toledo, the Today you'll come face­to­face with the impressive ancient backdrop that has 'City of Three Cultures'. Explore the influences of Christians, Muslims and Jews followed you throughout your stay in Athens ­ the Acropolis. A Local Specialist joins when you join a Local Specialist for a captivating walking tour. Then return to Madrid you for a sightseeing tour through what remains of the ancient citadel, including the for a second chance to discover the city's vibrant nightlife, with an optional dinner Parthenon, dedicated to the goddess Athena. View the Panathinaiko Olympic and discover an old and new Madrid. Stadium, the Temple of Zeus and Hadrian's Arch, stopping at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier to admire the curiously clad Evzone guards. In Patras, board your Included Meals - Breakfast ship for an overnight cruise to Ancona.

Day 7 Included Meals - Breakfast, Dinner Madrid – Barcelona sightseeing (2 Nights) Day 21 Wind your way through Catalonia's sprawling vineyards to the sun­kissed shores of At Sea – Ancona – Bologna (1 Night) Barcelona. Your Local Specialist will reveal some of the city's key highlights this afternoon including Gaudí's ornate La Sagrada Família and the Plaça de Catalunya. Cross the Adriatic bound for Italy. After lunch onboard you'll arrive in Ancona and See street performers, artists and shoppers line the lively La Rambla and soak up travel to Bologna, where you'll spend the night before travelling on to Venice. the most inspiring panoramas of the city from the top of Montjuïc. The effervescent capital of Catalunya lights up at night, so resist the urge to retire early and hit the Hotel - NH Villanova town with your new friends. Included Meals - Breakfast, Lunch

Hotel - Campanile Sud Cornella Day 22 Bologna – Venice (1 Night) Included Meals - Breakfast Journey to the charismatic calle of Venice, once a maritime powerhouse and Day 8 republic whose influences can be seen across the Eastern Mediterranean. The Barcelona Free Time exquisite art of glassblowing for which Venice is justifiably famous is your This is your chance to get fully acquainted with Barcelona. You'll have a free day to introduction to the 'Queen of the Adriatic'. You'll see master craftsmen engaged in see the fanciful façades of Spanish Art Nouveau architect Antoni Gaudí, stroll the centuries­old craft that their forefathers passed down from generation to through the shadowy lanes of the Gothic quarter or perhaps join an Optional generation. Later, maybe choose an optional Gondola ride ­ grand palazzi, churches Experience to the monastery in the mountains of Montserrat to see the beloved and ornate bridges lining your journey. There's a further opportunity later to visit the Black Madonna. After a busy day of sightseeing, maybe join an Optional Experience colourful fisherman's island of Burano for an optional meal with drinks. to see the whirling skirts and fiery passion of a flamenco show with dinner. This foot­ tapping extravaganza is not to be missed. Hotel - Best Western Airvenice

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Day 9 Day 23 Barcelona – Arles – French Riviera (2 Nights) Venice – Innsbruck (1 Night)

The shimmering Mediterranean coastline stretches ahead. Keep your cameras at Journey through alpine landscapes, crossing the Brenner Pass into Innsbruck, the the ready as you drive along elegant boulevards and attempt to capture the capital of the Tyrol. Marvel at Hofburg Palace and Golden Roof, gilded in the sophistication that seems to ooze from every corner. You'll stop in Arles with its 16th century by Emperor Maximilian to mark his wedding. Admire the fascinating honey­coloured façades, Roman ruins and Camargue culture. See first­hand where crystal installations and browse for precious gifts and souvenirs at the Swarovski Van Gogh sought inspiration for his masterpieces, then continue to the French Crystal Worlds Store. Riviera. Hotel - Bon Alpina Hotel - Amarante Cannes Included Meals - Breakfast, Dinner Breakfast Included Meals - Day 24 Day 10 Innsbruck – Vaduz – Lake Lucerne (2 Nights)

French Riviera Free Time Cross the Austrian border to Liechtenstein for a brief stop in its tiny capital, Oh là là! A full free day on the French Riviera. There's no shame in spending the day Vaduz. Earn your bragging rights by visiting one of the world's smallest countries sprawled out on a sun lounger with a cocktail, but if you can pull yourself away from before continuing into Switzerland. Head to its heart, the Lucerne Region where your the sun you'll want to join your fellow travellers for an Optional Experience to Saint­ very own 'Grand Tour' of Europe will see you savouring the Swiss countryside should Paul­de­Vence. Life is rather idyllic in this enchanting walled hill­town and, like some you choose to join an Optional Experience including a horse­drawn carriage to a of its famous residents, you'll want to linger here a little longer, but the sun­kissed local working farm. promenades of Nice beckon. You never know who you might spot seated in those sleek Ferraris and private yachts that dot the French Riviera. Hotel - City Brunnen

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Day 11 Day 25 French Riviera – Monaco – Pisa – Florence (1 Lucerne Orientation and Free Time Night) Travel into Lucerne where your orientation will reveal the Chapel Bridge and Lion Monument, hewn from rock to commemorate the sacrifice made by the Swiss Guard Follow the French Riveira to the glamorous Principality of Monaco. Your next stop is who died defending Louis XVI during the French Revolution. You'll have some time to Pisa where you'll be tempted to snap a few photos featuring you and its Leaning explore the city your way, perhaps with some retail therapy. Tower. Admire the Romanesque Square of Miracles in all its striped marble glory. Its structures are said to symbolise the three main stages of human life ­ the Baptistery Included Meals - Breakfast, Dinner (birth), the Cathedral (life) and the Camposanto (death). Then continue to Florence, the birthplace of the Renaissance where you'll enjoy dinner at your hotel. Day 26 Lucerne Region – Heidelberg – Rhineland (1 Hotel - Miro Night) Included Meals - Breakfast, Dinner Marvel at the mighty Rhine Falls at Schaffhausen before crossing the border into Germany. Pass through the Black Forest, straight out of a Brothers Grimm fairy Day 12 tale, then continue to Heidelberg with its red sandstone castle, one of the most Florence – Rome (2 Nights) important Renaissance structures north of the Alps. The soul­stirring landscapes of See how Florence has paved its way to a modern age when you embark on an the Rhineland is your final stop for the day. orientation tour through its historic centre. Learn about the quality and workmanship of one of this city's historic industries at a demonstration of Florentine leathercraft. Hotel - NH Bingen Perhaps, savour views of the façades of Ponte Vecchio, the Cathedral of Santa Breakfast, Dinner Maria del Fiore, Giotto's Bell Tower and the Baptistery. On your own, maybe visit the Included Meals - Piazza della Signoria, the city's main square where many of the political and artistic Day 27 treasures of the city can be seen, then head to Rome, the 'Eternal City'. You could Rhineland – Rhine Cruise – Amsterdam (1 choose to join a Local Specialist for a guided stroll through Rome's piazze. Linger at Night) a piazza enjoying a scoop or three of the local gelato and soak up the effervescent energy of a city that knows how to enjoy life. You'd be forgiven for wanting to jump ship and stay forever as you cruise down the Rhine River, passing medieval villages on its shores, steep vineyards and storybook Hotel - Ergife Palace castles. The Rhine Valley has enchanted painters and writers for centuries and you'll see it in all its glory on board your leisurely river cruise. Your journey culminates in Included Meals - Breakfast the free­thinking Dutch capital of Amsterdam where tonight you could choose to Day 13 explore the cityscape from its labyrinthine waterways on an optional canal cruise Rome Sightseeing and Free Time after enjoying a delicious meal in a historic Dutch house. With so much to see and do, you could explore Rome for an eternity without getting Hotel - Ibis Schiphol bored. Join an Optional Experience to Michelangelo's famous Sistine Chapel and the Vatican Museums or start your day the Italian way ­ slow and relaxed. Join a Local Included Meals - Breakfast

Specialist and stand in St. Peter's Square, sharing your space with devoted pilgrims Day 28 and pigeons. Visit St. Peter's Basilica and view Michelangelo's greatest work, the Amsterdam – London sorrowful Pietà. Cross the Tiber next, to view the mighty Colosseum and the countless other ancient sites which featured prominently in the days of the powerful Wind your way south through the expansive plains of the Netherlands and Belgium Roman Empire. Later you'll have some time to explore on your own or join a light­ as you return to where your journey first started, the vibrant British capital. In Calais, hearted Optional Experience revealing all the flavours that would make any board your ferry to Dover, arriving in London later where your incredible journey Italian mamma proud. across Europe comes to an end.

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Discover the most charming areas in the city with a Local Specialist. HERE'S A SAMPLE OF YOUR CHOICE OPTIONAL EXPERIENCES Wander through the labyrinth of narrow streets and beautiful squares of Rome's historic centre, leading to highlights such as the Trevi Fountain and the Pantheon, as well as hidden corners of the Eternal City.

AVAILABLE ON DAY 1 Adult Price: €33.00*

Seine Cruise and Paris Illuminations To truly see Paris in all its glory, you need to see it from the Seine. Enjoy a cruise along this famous river and take in unmatched views of the Notre Dame Cathedral and the Eiffel Tower. Afterwards, we’ll drive through the AVAILABLE ON DAY 13 City of Lights to see some of the fascinating sights this beautiful city has Roman Evening with Dinner to offer. In summer, this trip may take place before sunset. Spend a light­hearted evening with us in Rome. Relax and enjoy typical Adult Price: €38.00* Italian cuisine with drinks and music. Afterwards, we’ll enjoy a drive and provide a glimpse into how Romans enjoy their city.

Adult Price: €62.00*

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Montmartre Village And Artists' Square Many people go to Paris, but only a few are lucky enough to experience AVAILABLE ON DAY 13 what it’s really all about. Join us for a stroll with our Local Specialist Inside The Vatican & Colosseum through Montmartre – an artists’ village once home to Picasso and We skip the lines at the Vatican Museums for a tour with our Local Toulouse Lautrec, tucked away from the modern city. The paint will still be Specialist that shows not just remarkable works of art collected and wet on the canvasses, as we watch apprentices work before our eyes in commissioned over the history of the Papacy, but also Michelangelo’s the famous Artist’s Square. Mingle, barter, and stand in awe of Sacré amazing ceiling frescoes in the Sistine Chapel. Later, we hear fascinating Coeur Basilica in this historic, bohemian neighbourhood. tales of gladiatorial combat and more on our visit to the Colosseum, again Adult Price: €37.00* with time­saving VIP entrance.

Adult Price: €87.00*

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Moulin Rouge Cabaret And Dinner AVAILABLE ON DAY 14 It’s world famous for a reason, and this is your chance to see the real­life Discover Pompeii inspiration behind the award­winning movie. This Parisian institution Join our Local Specialist on a tour of the excavations of Pompeii, the features 60 dancers and entertainers with over 1,000 costumes to create perfectly preserved Roman town which was engulfed by Mount Vesuvius' a dazzling spectacle. You'll enjoy wine, dinner and Champagne during this eruption in AD 79. This is an opportunity to go back in time and get a unforgettable soirée at the original Parisian Cabaret! glimpse of everyday Roman life, frozen for almost 2,000 years. Adult Price: €165.00* Adult Price: €49.00*

AVAILABLE ON DAY 2 AVAILABLE ON DAY 14 Montparnasse and Latin Quarter Amalfi Coast and Positano With our Local Specialist, we'll take the fastest elevator in Europe to the Come with us for a drive along the famous Amalfi Coast. You’ll have a Panoramic Observation Deck for unbeatable views of the Eiffel Tower and chance to visit the exclusive artists’ paradise of Positano, which is all of the city’s iconic monuments. The highest rooftop terrace in Paris magnificently positioned on the Mediterranean coast. This optional offers a breath­taking 360­degree view, with all of Paris at your feet! Then involves reservation and entrance pre­payments. Cancellation within 24 we’ll take a stroll through the delightful Latin Quarter, a medieval maze of hours will incur a 50% cancellation fee. winding cobblestone alleyways where you'll have free time to enjoy the

sidewalk bistros, boutiques and hidden squares. Adult Price: €56.00*

Adult Price: €38.00*

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AVAILABLE ON DAY 4 Traditional Greek Taverna Meal With Entertainment This is an evening excursion to a taverna in the centre of Athens. Enjoy Pamplona Discovery With Tapas And Sangria excellent traditional Greek food in a lively atmosphere while being Enjoy a walking tour of charming Pamplona with our Local Specialist. See entertained by dances and music from all parts of the country. Wine, beer the ancient walls, views over the city, the beautiful old town and the and soft drinks are also included. Although the venue does have an official Cathedral before retracing the steps of the famous ‘Running of the Bulls’. ending time, guests are more than welcome to stay on in the taverna, to Then savour tapas and sangria at Hemingway’s favourite watering hole, join in with the local residents! (Casual dress.) the most beautiful and historic café in town!

Adult Price: €55.00* Adult Price: €34.00*

AVAILABLE ON DAY 5 AVAILABLE ON DAY 18 Cape Sounion Dinner and Discovery in Downtown Madrid Take a relaxing trip down to the southernmost tip of Mainland Greece to Join us this evening as we scratch beneath the surface of some lesser­ see the fifth century B.C Temple of Poseidon at Sounion. See if you can known aspects of Madrid's city centre. Then, we'll settle in for dinner, spot where Byron carved his initials on one of the temple’s sixteen along with musical entertainment and finish up with a spin around some of columns. Marvel at the sheer rugged beauty of the coastline and the the wonderful squares and fountains of magical Madrid. ancient temple perched above a 197­foot drop down to the Aegean Sea Adult Price: €61.00* below. Stand above the site of the world’s first lighthouse, overlooking an area steeped in classical Greek history, ever since the tragic King Aegeas threw himself from the rocky precipice into the sea below, thereby giving his name to the Aegean Sea.

AVAILABLE ON DAY 6 Adult Price: €45.00*

Spectacular Toledo: Spain's Ancient Capital With our Local Specialist, we'll visit the ancient capital of Spain, which sits above the River Tagus and is home to the nation's principal cathedral. We'll earn about Moorish and Jewish cultures, and how the area is famed AVAILABLE ON DAY 18 for the production of Damascene work: intricate inlaid gold jewellery and Delphi craftwork. We'll also visit El Greco's masterpiece, The Burial of the Count The slopes of Parnassus Mountain are home to Delphi, home to the of Orgaz, in St Thomas' church. Oracke and the centre of the universe for the ancient world. Visit the Adult Price: €46.00* Sanctuary of Apollo, the Stadium & the Temple, as well as the museum of Delphi ­ home to over 10,000 artefacts, including the famous bronze Charioteer. In addition, you will also pass through the typical mountain Greek village of Arachova ­ famous for its cheese, matured in nearby caves, and for its flokati rugs. AVAILABLE ON DAY 8 Adult Price: €100.00* Barcelona's Tapas Treats We'll dive into Spanish culture today with a local tapas tour. During our walking excursion, a local specialist will take us on a foodie adventure. Mouth­watering delicacies await as we discover just what makes Spanish cuisine so delicious. n.b. There is a minimum of 6 guests and a maximum AVAILABLE ON DAY 19 of 20 for this optional. One Day Cruise ­ Aegina, Poros And Hydra Adult Price: €50.00* Spend the day on board and cruise towards the islands of Aegina, Poros and Hydra. A great way to see and take in as much as you can whilst enjoying the Saronic gulf and the islands that are closest to the capital! A light lunch is included on board.

AVAILABLE ON DAY 8 Adult Price: €104.00*

Yoga on the Beach In search of a healthier body and mind? With the sound of the sea creating the ultimate yoga experience, we’ll learn sungazing and breathing techniques in an environment naturally designed for meditation. Finding AVAILABLE ON DAY 22 your personal balance on the fine sand of a Barcelona beach will increase Lagoon Cruise to Burano with Food and Drinks your well­being and be an amazing way to start your day! This practice is This afternoon, discover the Venetian Lagoon by private boat. You'll enjoy suitable for both expert practitioners and for yoga newbies. n.b. There is a a delicious meal, with a selection of drinks, on the fishermen's island of minimum of 4 guests and a maximum of 20 for this optional. Burano, famous for its multi­coloured houses ­ a photographer's paradise. Transportation to the beach is not included.

Adult Price: €72.00* Adult Price: €20.00*

AVAILABLE ON DAY 8 AVAILABLE ON DAY 22 Experience Venice By Gondola Mosaic Making Class Glide gracefully on a gondola along Venice’s dreamy, narrow waterways; Learn how to create Gaudí mosaics by taking part in an interactive full of character and colour. While your gondolier navigates the canals, workshop in Barcelona. In a relaxed and pleasant atmosphere and tutored you can take in the city’s elegant architecture. And they may even by one of the artisan masters, you will discover the basics of the serenade you with an Italian classic. technique, how to handle tools, choose your design and work out your

first masterpiece of mosaic. Bring back home your creation as a nice Adult Price: €44.00* souvenir! n.b. There is a minimum of 10 guests and a maximum of 20 for this optional.

Adult Price: €58.00* AVAILABLE ON DAY 24

Swiss Dinner by the Lake Tonight, we'll enjoy a delicious Swiss meal that includes the famous AVAILABLE ON DAY 8 Swiss cheese fondue in a typical local restaurant. Its Lakeside location and well­placed terrace will ensure a relaxing evening enjoying the hearty Flamenco Spectacular With Dinner Swiss menu. Two drinks are included. Come and experience the passion and spirit of Spain at a spectacular

flamenco evening. This modern interpretation of Spain's most famous Adult Price: Fr.95.00* entertainment is one of the best shows in town, and we’ve even included dinner and drinks.

Adult Price: €87.00* AVAILABLE ON DAY 24

Mount Pilatus And Lake Cruise We’ll ascend by cog­wheel train to Mount Pilatus’ summit, where you’ll AVAILABLE ON DAY 8 have time to explore, admire the views, and breathe the pure air. Then, we’ll descend by cable­car to enjoy a scenic lake cruise. On certain Mystical Montserrat departures this Optional may be operated in reverse. Today, with our Local Specialist, we'll take a drive to the enchanting and

mystical mountain of Montserrat, with its breath­taking views and Adult Price: Fr.113.00* spectacular scenery. While there, we'll visit the Benedictine monastery to view the famed Black Madonna.

Adult Price: €40.00* AVAILABLE ON DAY 25

Swiss Countryside & Carriages A chance to get to know the Swiss, you’ll meet local farmers and enjoy a AVAILABLE ON DAY 10 delightful countryside tour in horse­drawn carriages. Soak up the stunning scenery as we trot around a typical rural community, en route to a farm St. Paul And Corniche Discovery with Lunch or Dinner where you’ll savour local drinks and snacks. Children must be Join us on a drive inland towards the mountains to visit the historic, walled accompanied by an adult. hilltop town of St. Paul ­ an artists’ paradise. With our Local Specialist,

we’ll continue along the Riviera, passing through glamorous Nice and Adult Price: Fr.67.00* travelling on the Corniche roads as you admire the spectacular views, before arriving at a characteristic restaurant for a delicious meal including drinks.

Adult Price: €82.00* AVAILABLE ON DAY 27

Dinner In A Historic Dutch House And Canal Cruise Join us for a delicious meal of Dutch specialities, including drinks, in the elegant surroundings of this historic house. Later you’ll board our private AVAILABLE ON DAY 10 boat and glide gently along the canals, under picturesque bridges and past elegant town­houses built on the water's edge. This optional involves St Paul de Vence and Nice reservations and entrance prepayments. If you decide to cancel the Your sublime day on the Riviera starts with a lovely drive to the town of St. optional a 50% cancellation fee will be incurred. On occasion this may Paul de Vence with your Local Specialist. See why this medieval, walled operate in reverse, with the cruise before the meal. city lured the likes of Pablo Picasso and Marc Chagall. Then, because no

visit to the Riviera is complete without it, we'll continue to glorious Nice to Adult Price: €69.00* enjoy the city, its old town and its colourful provençale markets.

Adult Price: €43.00* *We're always sourcing more great experiences for you to choose from. When you join us on your tour, your Travel Director will share the most up to date choices for your trip and travel season. For this reason, the AVAILABLE ON DAY 12 optional experiences and pricing offered here are a guide only and subject to change. Piazzas and Fountains of Rome European Discoverer End London

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Day 1 Day 14 London – Paris (2 Nights) Rome – Bay Of Naples (1 Night)

For now, London bids you safe travels as you continue south through the Kent The Bay of Naples beckons and you'll head south past the Abbey of Monte Cassino, countryside to Dover and then on by ferry to Calais. Next stop is Paris, another the site of fierce battles during World War II, to Napoli. Arrive just in time to spend capital that doesn't hold back and doesn't expect you to either. Take a walk through the afternoon taking an optional drive along the picture­perfect Amalfi Coast, with a its grand past, dynamic present and exciting future, from the maze of streets that visit to the artist hub of Positano and its pastel­hued houses that seem to tumble once nurtured great artists in Montmartre to the Eiffel Tower. You could choose to into the Tyrrhenian Sea. Alternatively, spend the rest of your day rubbing shoulders join an Optional Experience cruise on the Seine, admiring the illuminated skyline at with the feisty Neopolitans in search of the city's best Margherita pizza. Its night. ingredients reflect the red, white and green of Italy's flag ­ could there be anything more patriotic? Day 2 Paris sightseeing and free time Hotel - La Panoramica Put the joy in joie de vivre and embrace the beauty and elegance of Paris on a Breakfast, Dinner sightseeing tour with your Travel Director. See the Arc de Triomphe and Champs Included Meals - Élysées, then spend the rest of the day discovering the city on your terms. There's Day 15 time to take a leisurely stroll down the Seine or hit the shops. Tonight, the colourful Bay Of Naples – Ancona – At Sea (1 Night) Can­Can dancers entice you with their remarkable outfits should you choose to join an Optional Experience cabaret show. Make the most of your stay in the Bay of Naples and join an expert for an Optional Experience to the excavations of Pompeii. See how this Roman town was frozen in Included Meals - Breakfast time when Mount Vesuvius erupted. Later, travel to the port of Ancona where you'll board your overnight ferry to Greece. Day 3 Paris – Tours – Bordeaux (1 Night) Included Meals - Breakfast, Dinner

Wind your way through the French countryside to the city of Tours, the gateway to Day 16 the Loire Valley. In its car­free centre you'll discover a fascinating medieval heart, At Sea – Patras – Athens (4 Nights) reflected in its timber­framed houses and Renaissance mansions. Your next stop is the wine capital of Bordeaux, whose stunning Garonne riverfront and Age of Touch Greek soil for the first time in Patras, continuing by coach to Athens. The Enlightenment history and architecture have made it one of France's most visited Greek capital was once the centre of the world and for several days it will be yours. cities. Join your travel companions for dinner at your hotel. Evidence of the city's former status as the 'Cradle of Western Civilisation' can be seen around every turn, so lace up your walking shoes and pound the pavements in Hotel - Ibis Centre Meriadeck search of the artistry, architecture and archaeological treasures that have made Athens a popular stop for history lovers. Perhaps, join your new friends for an Included Meals - Breakfast, Dinner Optional Experience at a taverna evening including dancing and drinks.

Day 4 Hotel - Novotel Bordeaux – Biarritz – Pamplona (1 Night) Breakfast, Lunch Lather up, the beach is the agenda today at the resort town of Biarritz on the Included Meals - Atlantic coast, where European royals once sunned themselves. Watch surfers Day 17 catch the perfect wave then travel to Pamplona, the capital of the old Kingdom of Athens Navarre. The city is famous for the San Fermín festival, commonly known as the Running of the Bulls. Join a Local Specialist on an Optional Experience and see the Ask your Travel Director for advice on how best to spend your free day. The day is city's ancient walls and Plaza del Castillo, the heart of the city where markets and yours to explore the place where it all began ­ the literature, art and laws that have tournaments have taken place. A special treat will see you savour tapas and sangria shaped western civilisation as we know it today. at Hemingway's favourite watering hole. Included Meals - Breakfast

Hotel - Abba Reino de Navarra Day 18 Athens Included Meals - Breakfast Join an Optional Experience to Delphi today. Walk the Sacred Way to the Temple of Day 5 Apollo ­ the same path that Alexander the Great once trod demanding to hear that Pamplona – Madrid Sightseeing (2 Nights) he would conquer the entire ancient world. Your Local Specialist will reveal the Traverse the splendid landscapes to Madrid, Europe's highest capital. It won't take ancient site's captivating history and some of the Oracle's prophecies, many of long for Madrid to get under your skin. This graceful capital was spruced up several which would eventually come true. You'll also discover Delphi's fame as the host of centuries ago thanks to King Charles III and it remains an elegant city to this day. the Pythian Games, dedicated to Apollo and the arts. You could choose instead to Your Local Specialist will reveal all the sights, including the Royal Palace and Retiro take a relaxing trip to the southernmost tip of mainland Greece to see the fifth­ Park, originally built as a retreat for the royal family. When the sun sets, head out century B.C Temple of Poseidon at Sounion. onto the streets to watch this football­mad metropolis come to life. You'll soon Breakfast discover why the city's vibrant nightlife keeps its hot­blooded residents up all hours Included Meals - of the night. Day 19 Athens Hotel - Melia Avenida America Get your final fix of Athens today with a free day to get some last­minute souvenir Included Meals - Breakfast shopping done. Maybe choose one of the Optional Experiences that could see you visit ancient Mycenae with its Royal Palace and Tomb of Agamemnon, or take a Day 6 one­day cruise to the islands of Aegina, Poros and Hydra. Madrid Free Time Breakfast The legacy of 'Madrid's Best Mayor' can be seen on the city's streets: The Cibeles Included Meals - Fountain, imposing Puerto de Alcalá and even the forerunner of the Prado Museum, Day 20 which today houses one of the greatest collections of European art, featuring such Athens Sightseeing – At Sea (1 Night) masters as Velázquez, Rubens, Goya and El Bosco. You'll have a full free day to uncover his many gifts or consider joining an Optional Experience to Toledo, the Today you'll come face­to­face with the impressive ancient backdrop that has 'City of Three Cultures'. Explore the influences of Christians, Muslims and Jews followed you throughout your stay in Athens ­ the Acropolis. A Local Specialist joins when you join a Local Specialist for a captivating walking tour. Then return to Madrid you for a sightseeing tour through what remains of the ancient citadel, including the for a second chance to discover the city's vibrant nightlife, with an optional dinner Parthenon, dedicated to the goddess Athena. View the Panathinaiko Olympic and discover an old and new Madrid. Stadium, the Temple of Zeus and Hadrian's Arch, stopping at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier to admire the curiously clad Evzone guards. In Patras, board your Included Meals - Breakfast ship for an overnight cruise to Ancona.

Day 7 Included Meals - Breakfast, Dinner Madrid – Barcelona sightseeing (2 Nights) Day 21 Wind your way through Catalonia's sprawling vineyards to the sun­kissed shores of At Sea – Ancona – Bologna (1 Night) Barcelona. Your Local Specialist will reveal some of the city's key highlights this afternoon including Gaudí's ornate La Sagrada Família and the Plaça de Catalunya. Cross the Adriatic bound for Italy. After lunch onboard you'll arrive in Ancona and See street performers, artists and shoppers line the lively La Rambla and soak up travel to Bologna, where you'll spend the night before travelling on to Venice. the most inspiring panoramas of the city from the top of Montjuïc. The effervescent capital of Catalunya lights up at night, so resist the urge to retire early and hit the Hotel - NH Villanova town with your new friends. Included Meals - Breakfast, Lunch

Hotel - Campanile Sud Cornella Day 22 Bologna – Venice (1 Night) Included Meals - Breakfast Journey to the charismatic calle of Venice, once a maritime powerhouse and Day 8 republic whose influences can be seen across the Eastern Mediterranean. The Barcelona Free Time exquisite art of glassblowing for which Venice is justifiably famous is your This is your chance to get fully acquainted with Barcelona. You'll have a free day to introduction to the 'Queen of the Adriatic'. You'll see master craftsmen engaged in see the fanciful façades of Spanish Art Nouveau architect Antoni Gaudí, stroll the centuries­old craft that their forefathers passed down from generation to through the shadowy lanes of the Gothic quarter or perhaps join an Optional generation. Later, maybe choose an optional Gondola ride ­ grand palazzi, churches Experience to the monastery in the mountains of Montserrat to see the beloved and ornate bridges lining your journey. There's a further opportunity later to visit the Black Madonna. After a busy day of sightseeing, maybe join an Optional Experience colourful fisherman's island of Burano for an optional meal with drinks. to see the whirling skirts and fiery passion of a flamenco show with dinner. This foot­ tapping extravaganza is not to be missed. Hotel - Best Western Airvenice

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Day 9 Day 23 Barcelona – Arles – French Riviera (2 Nights) Venice – Innsbruck (1 Night)

The shimmering Mediterranean coastline stretches ahead. Keep your cameras at Journey through alpine landscapes, crossing the Brenner Pass into Innsbruck, the the ready as you drive along elegant boulevards and attempt to capture the capital of the Tyrol. Marvel at Hofburg Palace and Golden Roof, gilded in the sophistication that seems to ooze from every corner. You'll stop in Arles with its 16th century by Emperor Maximilian to mark his wedding. Admire the fascinating honey­coloured façades, Roman ruins and Camargue culture. See first­hand where crystal installations and browse for precious gifts and souvenirs at the Swarovski Van Gogh sought inspiration for his masterpieces, then continue to the French Crystal Worlds Store. Riviera. Hotel - Bon Alpina Hotel - Amarante Cannes Included Meals - Breakfast, Dinner Breakfast Included Meals - Day 24 Day 10 Innsbruck – Vaduz – Lake Lucerne (2 Nights)

French Riviera Free Time Cross the Austrian border to Liechtenstein for a brief stop in its tiny capital, Oh là là! A full free day on the French Riviera. There's no shame in spending the day Vaduz. Earn your bragging rights by visiting one of the world's smallest countries sprawled out on a sun lounger with a cocktail, but if you can pull yourself away from before continuing into Switzerland. Head to its heart, the Lucerne Region where your the sun you'll want to join your fellow travellers for an Optional Experience to Saint­ very own 'Grand Tour' of Europe will see you savouring the Swiss countryside should Paul­de­Vence. Life is rather idyllic in this enchanting walled hill­town and, like some you choose to join an Optional Experience including a horse­drawn carriage to a of its famous residents, you'll want to linger here a little longer, but the sun­kissed local working farm. promenades of Nice beckon. You never know who you might spot seated in those sleek Ferraris and private yachts that dot the French Riviera. Hotel - City Brunnen

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Day 11 Day 25 French Riviera – Monaco – Pisa – Florence (1 Lucerne Orientation and Free Time Night) Travel into Lucerne where your orientation will reveal the Chapel Bridge and Lion Monument, hewn from rock to commemorate the sacrifice made by the Swiss Guard Follow the French Riveira to the glamorous Principality of Monaco. Your next stop is who died defending Louis XVI during the French Revolution. You'll have some time to Pisa where you'll be tempted to snap a few photos featuring you and its Leaning explore the city your way, perhaps with some retail therapy. Tower. Admire the Romanesque Square of Miracles in all its striped marble glory. Its structures are said to symbolise the three main stages of human life ­ the Baptistery Included Meals - Breakfast, Dinner (birth), the Cathedral (life) and the Camposanto (death). Then continue to Florence, the birthplace of the Renaissance where you'll enjoy dinner at your hotel. Day 26 Lucerne Region – Heidelberg – Rhineland (1 Hotel - Miro Night) Included Meals - Breakfast, Dinner Marvel at the mighty Rhine Falls at Schaffhausen before crossing the border into Germany. Pass through the Black Forest, straight out of a Brothers Grimm fairy Day 12 tale, then continue to Heidelberg with its red sandstone castle, one of the most Florence – Rome (2 Nights) important Renaissance structures north of the Alps. The soul­stirring landscapes of See how Florence has paved its way to a modern age when you embark on an the Rhineland is your final stop for the day. orientation tour through its historic centre. Learn about the quality and workmanship of one of this city's historic industries at a demonstration of Florentine leathercraft. Hotel - NH Bingen Perhaps, savour views of the façades of Ponte Vecchio, the Cathedral of Santa Breakfast, Dinner Maria del Fiore, Giotto's Bell Tower and the Baptistery. On your own, maybe visit the Included Meals - Piazza della Signoria, the city's main square where many of the political and artistic Day 27 treasures of the city can be seen, then head to Rome, the 'Eternal City'. You could Rhineland – Rhine Cruise – Amsterdam (1 choose to join a Local Specialist for a guided stroll through Rome's piazze. Linger at Night) a piazza enjoying a scoop or three of the local gelato and soak up the effervescent energy of a city that knows how to enjoy life. You'd be forgiven for wanting to jump ship and stay forever as you cruise down the Rhine River, passing medieval villages on its shores, steep vineyards and storybook Hotel - Ergife Palace castles. The Rhine Valley has enchanted painters and writers for centuries and you'll see it in all its glory on board your leisurely river cruise. Your journey culminates in Included Meals - Breakfast the free­thinking Dutch capital of Amsterdam where tonight you could choose to Day 13 explore the cityscape from its labyrinthine waterways on an optional canal cruise Rome Sightseeing and Free Time after enjoying a delicious meal in a historic Dutch house. With so much to see and do, you could explore Rome for an eternity without getting Hotel - Ibis Schiphol bored. Join an Optional Experience to Michelangelo's famous Sistine Chapel and the Vatican Museums or start your day the Italian way ­ slow and relaxed. Join a Local Included Meals - Breakfast

Specialist and stand in St. Peter's Square, sharing your space with devoted pilgrims Day 28 and pigeons. Visit St. Peter's Basilica and view Michelangelo's greatest work, the Amsterdam – London sorrowful Pietà. Cross the Tiber next, to view the mighty Colosseum and the countless other ancient sites which featured prominently in the days of the powerful Wind your way south through the expansive plains of the Netherlands and Belgium Roman Empire. Later you'll have some time to explore on your own or join a light­ as you return to where your journey first started, the vibrant British capital. In Calais, hearted Optional Experience revealing all the flavours that would make any board your ferry to Dover, arriving in London later where your incredible journey Italian mamma proud. across Europe comes to an end.

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Discover the most charming areas in the city with a Local Specialist. HERE'S A SAMPLE OF YOUR CHOICE OPTIONAL EXPERIENCES Wander through the labyrinth of narrow streets and beautiful squares of Rome's historic centre, leading to highlights such as the Trevi Fountain and the Pantheon, as well as hidden corners of the Eternal City.

AVAILABLE ON DAY 1 Adult Price: €33.00*

Seine Cruise and Paris Illuminations To truly see Paris in all its glory, you need to see it from the Seine. Enjoy a cruise along this famous river and take in unmatched views of the Notre Dame Cathedral and the Eiffel Tower. Afterwards, we’ll drive through the AVAILABLE ON DAY 13 City of Lights to see some of the fascinating sights this beautiful city has Roman Evening with Dinner to offer. In summer, this trip may take place before sunset. Spend a light­hearted evening with us in Rome. Relax and enjoy typical Adult Price: €38.00* Italian cuisine with drinks and music. Afterwards, we’ll enjoy a drive and provide a glimpse into how Romans enjoy their city.

Adult Price: €62.00*

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Montmartre Village And Artists' Square Many people go to Paris, but only a few are lucky enough to experience AVAILABLE ON DAY 13 what it’s really all about. Join us for a stroll with our Local Specialist Inside The Vatican & Colosseum through Montmartre – an artists’ village once home to Picasso and We skip the lines at the Vatican Museums for a tour with our Local Toulouse Lautrec, tucked away from the modern city. The paint will still be Specialist that shows not just remarkable works of art collected and wet on the canvasses, as we watch apprentices work before our eyes in commissioned over the history of the Papacy, but also Michelangelo’s the famous Artist’s Square. Mingle, barter, and stand in awe of Sacré amazing ceiling frescoes in the Sistine Chapel. Later, we hear fascinating Coeur Basilica in this historic, bohemian neighbourhood. tales of gladiatorial combat and more on our visit to the Colosseum, again Adult Price: €37.00* with time­saving VIP entrance.

Adult Price: €87.00*

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Moulin Rouge Cabaret And Dinner AVAILABLE ON DAY 14 It’s world famous for a reason, and this is your chance to see the real­life Discover Pompeii inspiration behind the award­winning movie. This Parisian institution Join our Local Specialist on a tour of the excavations of Pompeii, the features 60 dancers and entertainers with over 1,000 costumes to create perfectly preserved Roman town which was engulfed by Mount Vesuvius' a dazzling spectacle. You'll enjoy wine, dinner and Champagne during this eruption in AD 79. This is an opportunity to go back in time and get a unforgettable soirée at the original Parisian Cabaret! glimpse of everyday Roman life, frozen for almost 2,000 years. Adult Price: €165.00* Adult Price: €49.00*

AVAILABLE ON DAY 2 AVAILABLE ON DAY 14 Montparnasse and Latin Quarter Amalfi Coast and Positano With our Local Specialist, we'll take the fastest elevator in Europe to the Come with us for a drive along the famous Amalfi Coast. You’ll have a Panoramic Observation Deck for unbeatable views of the Eiffel Tower and chance to visit the exclusive artists’ paradise of Positano, which is all of the city’s iconic monuments. The highest rooftop terrace in Paris magnificently positioned on the Mediterranean coast. This optional offers a breath­taking 360­degree view, with all of Paris at your feet! Then involves reservation and entrance pre­payments. Cancellation within 24 we’ll take a stroll through the delightful Latin Quarter, a medieval maze of hours will incur a 50% cancellation fee. winding cobblestone alleyways where you'll have free time to enjoy the

sidewalk bistros, boutiques and hidden squares. Adult Price: €56.00*

Adult Price: €38.00*

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AVAILABLE ON DAY 4 Traditional Greek Taverna Meal With Entertainment This is an evening excursion to a taverna in the centre of Athens. Enjoy Pamplona Discovery With Tapas And Sangria excellent traditional Greek food in a lively atmosphere while being Enjoy a walking tour of charming Pamplona with our Local Specialist. See entertained by dances and music from all parts of the country. Wine, beer the ancient walls, views over the city, the beautiful old town and the and soft drinks are also included. Although the venue does have an official Cathedral before retracing the steps of the famous ‘Running of the Bulls’. ending time, guests are more than welcome to stay on in the taverna, to Then savour tapas and sangria at Hemingway’s favourite watering hole, join in with the local residents! (Casual dress.) the most beautiful and historic café in town!

Adult Price: €55.00* Adult Price: €34.00*

AVAILABLE ON DAY 5 AVAILABLE ON DAY 18 Cape Sounion Dinner and Discovery in Downtown Madrid Take a relaxing trip down to the southernmost tip of Mainland Greece to Join us this evening as we scratch beneath the surface of some lesser­ see the fifth century B.C Temple of Poseidon at Sounion. See if you can known aspects of Madrid's city centre. Then, we'll settle in for dinner, spot where Byron carved his initials on one of the temple’s sixteen along with musical entertainment and finish up with a spin around some of columns. Marvel at the sheer rugged beauty of the coastline and the the wonderful squares and fountains of magical Madrid. ancient temple perched above a 197­foot drop down to the Aegean Sea Adult Price: €61.00* below. Stand above the site of the world’s first lighthouse, overlooking an area steeped in classical Greek history, ever since the tragic King Aegeas threw himself from the rocky precipice into the sea below, thereby giving his name to the Aegean Sea.

AVAILABLE ON DAY 6 Adult Price: €45.00*

Spectacular Toledo: Spain's Ancient Capital With our Local Specialist, we'll visit the ancient capital of Spain, which sits above the River Tagus and is home to the nation's principal cathedral. We'll earn about Moorish and Jewish cultures, and how the area is famed AVAILABLE ON DAY 18 for the production of Damascene work: intricate inlaid gold jewellery and Delphi craftwork. We'll also visit El Greco's masterpiece, The Burial of the Count The slopes of Parnassus Mountain are home to Delphi, home to the of Orgaz, in St Thomas' church. Oracke and the centre of the universe for the ancient world. Visit the Adult Price: €46.00* Sanctuary of Apollo, the Stadium & the Temple, as well as the museum of Delphi ­ home to over 10,000 artefacts, including the famous bronze Charioteer. In addition, you will also pass through the typical mountain Greek village of Arachova ­ famous for its cheese, matured in nearby caves, and for its flokati rugs. AVAILABLE ON DAY 8 Adult Price: €100.00* Barcelona's Tapas Treats We'll dive into Spanish culture today with a local tapas tour. During our walking excursion, a local specialist will take us on a foodie adventure. Mouth­watering delicacies await as we discover just what makes Spanish cuisine so delicious. n.b. There is a minimum of 6 guests and a maximum AVAILABLE ON DAY 19 of 20 for this optional. One Day Cruise ­ Aegina, Poros And Hydra Adult Price: €50.00* Spend the day on board and cruise towards the islands of Aegina, Poros and Hydra. A great way to see and take in as much as you can whilst enjoying the Saronic gulf and the islands that are closest to the capital! A light lunch is included on board.

AVAILABLE ON DAY 8 Adult Price: €104.00*

Yoga on the Beach In search of a healthier body and mind? With the sound of the sea creating the ultimate yoga experience, we’ll learn sungazing and breathing techniques in an environment naturally designed for meditation. Finding AVAILABLE ON DAY 22 your personal balance on the fine sand of a Barcelona beach will increase Lagoon Cruise to Burano with Food and Drinks your well­being and be an amazing way to start your day! This practice is This afternoon, discover the Venetian Lagoon by private boat. You'll enjoy suitable for both expert practitioners and for yoga newbies. n.b. There is a a delicious meal, with a selection of drinks, on the fishermen's island of minimum of 4 guests and a maximum of 20 for this optional. Burano, famous for its multi­coloured houses ­ a photographer's paradise. Transportation to the beach is not included.

Adult Price: €72.00* Adult Price: €20.00*

AVAILABLE ON DAY 8 AVAILABLE ON DAY 22 Experience Venice By Gondola Mosaic Making Class Glide gracefully on a gondola along Venice’s dreamy, narrow waterways; Learn how to create Gaudí mosaics by taking part in an interactive full of character and colour. While your gondolier navigates the canals, workshop in Barcelona. In a relaxed and pleasant atmosphere and tutored you can take in the city’s elegant architecture. And they may even by one of the artisan masters, you will discover the basics of the serenade you with an Italian classic. technique, how to handle tools, choose your design and work out your

first masterpiece of mosaic. Bring back home your creation as a nice Adult Price: €44.00* souvenir! n.b. There is a minimum of 10 guests and a maximum of 20 for this optional.

Adult Price: €58.00* AVAILABLE ON DAY 24

Swiss Dinner by the Lake Tonight, we'll enjoy a delicious Swiss meal that includes the famous AVAILABLE ON DAY 8 Swiss cheese fondue in a typical local restaurant. Its Lakeside location and well­placed terrace will ensure a relaxing evening enjoying the hearty Flamenco Spectacular With Dinner Swiss menu. Two drinks are included. Come and experience the passion and spirit of Spain at a spectacular

flamenco evening. This modern interpretation of Spain's most famous Adult Price: Fr.95.00* entertainment is one of the best shows in town, and we’ve even included dinner and drinks.

Adult Price: €87.00* AVAILABLE ON DAY 24

Mount Pilatus And Lake Cruise We’ll ascend by cog­wheel train to Mount Pilatus’ summit, where you’ll AVAILABLE ON DAY 8 have time to explore, admire the views, and breathe the pure air. Then, we’ll descend by cable­car to enjoy a scenic lake cruise. On certain Mystical Montserrat departures this Optional may be operated in reverse. Today, with our Local Specialist, we'll take a drive to the enchanting and

mystical mountain of Montserrat, with its breath­taking views and Adult Price: Fr.113.00* spectacular scenery. While there, we'll visit the Benedictine monastery to view the famed Black Madonna.

Adult Price: €40.00* AVAILABLE ON DAY 25

Swiss Countryside & Carriages A chance to get to know the Swiss, you’ll meet local farmers and enjoy a AVAILABLE ON DAY 10 delightful countryside tour in horse­drawn carriages. Soak up the stunning scenery as we trot around a typical rural community, en route to a farm St. Paul And Corniche Discovery with Lunch or Dinner where you’ll savour local drinks and snacks. Children must be Join us on a drive inland towards the mountains to visit the historic, walled accompanied by an adult. hilltop town of St. Paul ­ an artists’ paradise. With our Local Specialist,

we’ll continue along the Riviera, passing through glamorous Nice and Adult Price: Fr.67.00* travelling on the Corniche roads as you admire the spectacular views, before arriving at a characteristic restaurant for a delicious meal including drinks.

Adult Price: €82.00* AVAILABLE ON DAY 27

Dinner In A Historic Dutch House And Canal Cruise Join us for a delicious meal of Dutch specialities, including drinks, in the elegant surroundings of this historic house. Later you’ll board our private AVAILABLE ON DAY 10 boat and glide gently along the canals, under picturesque bridges and past elegant town­houses built on the water's edge. This optional involves St Paul de Vence and Nice reservations and entrance prepayments. If you decide to cancel the Your sublime day on the Riviera starts with a lovely drive to the town of St. optional a 50% cancellation fee will be incurred. On occasion this may Paul de Vence with your Local Specialist. See why this medieval, walled operate in reverse, with the cruise before the meal. city lured the likes of Pablo Picasso and Marc Chagall. Then, because no

visit to the Riviera is complete without it, we'll continue to glorious Nice to Adult Price: €69.00* enjoy the city, its old town and its colourful provençale markets.

Adult Price: €43.00* *We're always sourcing more great experiences for you to choose from. When you join us on your tour, your Travel Director will share the most up to date choices for your trip and travel season. For this reason, the AVAILABLE ON DAY 12 optional experiences and pricing offered here are a guide only and subject to change. Piazzas and Fountains of Rome European Discoverer End London

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Day 1 Day 14 London – Paris (2 Nights) Rome – Bay Of Naples (1 Night)

For now, London bids you safe travels as you continue south through the Kent The Bay of Naples beckons and you'll head south past the Abbey of Monte Cassino, countryside to Dover and then on by ferry to Calais. Next stop is Paris, another the site of fierce battles during World War II, to Napoli. Arrive just in time to spend capital that doesn't hold back and doesn't expect you to either. Take a walk through the afternoon taking an optional drive along the picture­perfect Amalfi Coast, with a its grand past, dynamic present and exciting future, from the maze of streets that visit to the artist hub of Positano and its pastel­hued houses that seem to tumble once nurtured great artists in Montmartre to the Eiffel Tower. You could choose to into the Tyrrhenian Sea. Alternatively, spend the rest of your day rubbing shoulders join an Optional Experience cruise on the Seine, admiring the illuminated skyline at with the feisty Neopolitans in search of the city's best Margherita pizza. Its night. ingredients reflect the red, white and green of Italy's flag ­ could there be anything more patriotic? Day 2 Paris sightseeing and free time Hotel - La Panoramica Put the joy in joie de vivre and embrace the beauty and elegance of Paris on a Breakfast, Dinner sightseeing tour with your Travel Director. See the Arc de Triomphe and Champs Included Meals - Élysées, then spend the rest of the day discovering the city on your terms. There's Day 15 time to take a leisurely stroll down the Seine or hit the shops. Tonight, the colourful Bay Of Naples – Ancona – At Sea (1 Night) Can­Can dancers entice you with their remarkable outfits should you choose to join an Optional Experience cabaret show. Make the most of your stay in the Bay of Naples and join an expert for an Optional Experience to the excavations of Pompeii. See how this Roman town was frozen in Included Meals - Breakfast time when Mount Vesuvius erupted. Later, travel to the port of Ancona where you'll board your overnight ferry to Greece. Day 3 Paris – Tours – Bordeaux (1 Night) Included Meals - Breakfast, Dinner

Wind your way through the French countryside to the city of Tours, the gateway to Day 16 the Loire Valley. In its car­free centre you'll discover a fascinating medieval heart, At Sea – Patras – Athens (4 Nights) reflected in its timber­framed houses and Renaissance mansions. Your next stop is the wine capital of Bordeaux, whose stunning Garonne riverfront and Age of Touch Greek soil for the first time in Patras, continuing by coach to Athens. The Enlightenment history and architecture have made it one of France's most visited Greek capital was once the centre of the world and for several days it will be yours. cities. Join your travel companions for dinner at your hotel. Evidence of the city's former status as the 'Cradle of Western Civilisation' can be seen around every turn, so lace up your walking shoes and pound the pavements in Hotel - Ibis Centre Meriadeck search of the artistry, architecture and archaeological treasures that have made Athens a popular stop for history lovers. Perhaps, join your new friends for an Included Meals - Breakfast, Dinner Optional Experience at a taverna evening including dancing and drinks.

Day 4 Hotel - Novotel Bordeaux – Biarritz – Pamplona (1 Night) Breakfast, Lunch Lather up, the beach is the agenda today at the resort town of Biarritz on the Included Meals - Atlantic coast, where European royals once sunned themselves. Watch surfers Day 17 catch the perfect wave then travel to Pamplona, the capital of the old Kingdom of Athens Navarre. The city is famous for the San Fermín festival, commonly known as the Running of the Bulls. Join a Local Specialist on an Optional Experience and see the Ask your Travel Director for advice on how best to spend your free day. The day is city's ancient walls and Plaza del Castillo, the heart of the city where markets and yours to explore the place where it all began ­ the literature, art and laws that have tournaments have taken place. A special treat will see you savour tapas and sangria shaped western civilisation as we know it today. at Hemingway's favourite watering hole. Included Meals - Breakfast

Hotel - Abba Reino de Navarra Day 18 Athens Included Meals - Breakfast Join an Optional Experience to Delphi today. Walk the Sacred Way to the Temple of Day 5 Apollo ­ the same path that Alexander the Great once trod demanding to hear that Pamplona – Madrid Sightseeing (2 Nights) he would conquer the entire ancient world. Your Local Specialist will reveal the Traverse the splendid landscapes to Madrid, Europe's highest capital. It won't take ancient site's captivating history and some of the Oracle's prophecies, many of long for Madrid to get under your skin. This graceful capital was spruced up several which would eventually come true. You'll also discover Delphi's fame as the host of centuries ago thanks to King Charles III and it remains an elegant city to this day. the Pythian Games, dedicated to Apollo and the arts. You could choose instead to Your Local Specialist will reveal all the sights, including the Royal Palace and Retiro take a relaxing trip to the southernmost tip of mainland Greece to see the fifth­ Park, originally built as a retreat for the royal family. When the sun sets, head out century B.C Temple of Poseidon at Sounion. onto the streets to watch this football­mad metropolis come to life. You'll soon Breakfast discover why the city's vibrant nightlife keeps its hot­blooded residents up all hours Included Meals - of the night. Day 19 Athens Hotel - Melia Avenida America Get your final fix of Athens today with a free day to get some last­minute souvenir Included Meals - Breakfast shopping done. Maybe choose one of the Optional Experiences that could see you visit ancient Mycenae with its Royal Palace and Tomb of Agamemnon, or take a Day 6 one­day cruise to the islands of Aegina, Poros and Hydra. Madrid Free Time Breakfast The legacy of 'Madrid's Best Mayor' can be seen on the city's streets: The Cibeles Included Meals - Fountain, imposing Puerto de Alcalá and even the forerunner of the Prado Museum, Day 20 which today houses one of the greatest collections of European art, featuring such Athens Sightseeing – At Sea (1 Night) masters as Velázquez, Rubens, Goya and El Bosco. You'll have a full free day to uncover his many gifts or consider joining an Optional Experience to Toledo, the Today you'll come face­to­face with the impressive ancient backdrop that has 'City of Three Cultures'. Explore the influences of Christians, Muslims and Jews followed you throughout your stay in Athens ­ the Acropolis. A Local Specialist joins when you join a Local Specialist for a captivating walking tour. Then return to Madrid you for a sightseeing tour through what remains of the ancient citadel, including the for a second chance to discover the city's vibrant nightlife, with an optional dinner Parthenon, dedicated to the goddess Athena. View the Panathinaiko Olympic and discover an old and new Madrid. Stadium, the Temple of Zeus and Hadrian's Arch, stopping at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier to admire the curiously clad Evzone guards. In Patras, board your Included Meals - Breakfast ship for an overnight cruise to Ancona.

Day 7 Included Meals - Breakfast, Dinner Madrid – Barcelona sightseeing (2 Nights) Day 21 Wind your way through Catalonia's sprawling vineyards to the sun­kissed shores of At Sea – Ancona – Bologna (1 Night) Barcelona. Your Local Specialist will reveal some of the city's key highlights this afternoon including Gaudí's ornate La Sagrada Família and the Plaça de Catalunya. Cross the Adriatic bound for Italy. After lunch onboard you'll arrive in Ancona and See street performers, artists and shoppers line the lively La Rambla and soak up travel to Bologna, where you'll spend the night before travelling on to Venice. the most inspiring panoramas of the city from the top of Montjuïc. The effervescent capital of Catalunya lights up at night, so resist the urge to retire early and hit the Hotel - NH Villanova town with your new friends. Included Meals - Breakfast, Lunch

Hotel - Campanile Sud Cornella Day 22 Bologna – Venice (1 Night) Included Meals - Breakfast Journey to the charismatic calle of Venice, once a maritime powerhouse and Day 8 republic whose influences can be seen across the Eastern Mediterranean. The Barcelona Free Time exquisite art of glassblowing for which Venice is justifiably famous is your This is your chance to get fully acquainted with Barcelona. You'll have a free day to introduction to the 'Queen of the Adriatic'. You'll see master craftsmen engaged in see the fanciful façades of Spanish Art Nouveau architect Antoni Gaudí, stroll the centuries­old craft that their forefathers passed down from generation to through the shadowy lanes of the Gothic quarter or perhaps join an Optional generation. Later, maybe choose an optional Gondola ride ­ grand palazzi, churches Experience to the monastery in the mountains of Montserrat to see the beloved and ornate bridges lining your journey. There's a further opportunity later to visit the Black Madonna. After a busy day of sightseeing, maybe join an Optional Experience colourful fisherman's island of Burano for an optional meal with drinks. to see the whirling skirts and fiery passion of a flamenco show with dinner. This foot­ tapping extravaganza is not to be missed. Hotel - Best Western Airvenice

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Day 9 Day 23 Barcelona – Arles – French Riviera (2 Nights) Venice – Innsbruck (1 Night)

The shimmering Mediterranean coastline stretches ahead. Keep your cameras at Journey through alpine landscapes, crossing the Brenner Pass into Innsbruck, the the ready as you drive along elegant boulevards and attempt to capture the capital of the Tyrol. Marvel at Hofburg Palace and Golden Roof, gilded in the sophistication that seems to ooze from every corner. You'll stop in Arles with its 16th century by Emperor Maximilian to mark his wedding. Admire the fascinating honey­coloured façades, Roman ruins and Camargue culture. See first­hand where crystal installations and browse for precious gifts and souvenirs at the Swarovski Van Gogh sought inspiration for his masterpieces, then continue to the French Crystal Worlds Store. Riviera. Hotel - Bon Alpina Hotel - Amarante Cannes Included Meals - Breakfast, Dinner Breakfast Included Meals - Day 24 Day 10 Innsbruck – Vaduz – Lake Lucerne (2 Nights)

French Riviera Free Time Cross the Austrian border to Liechtenstein for a brief stop in its tiny capital, Oh là là! A full free day on the French Riviera. There's no shame in spending the day Vaduz. Earn your bragging rights by visiting one of the world's smallest countries sprawled out on a sun lounger with a cocktail, but if you can pull yourself away from before continuing into Switzerland. Head to its heart, the Lucerne Region where your the sun you'll want to join your fellow travellers for an Optional Experience to Saint­ very own 'Grand Tour' of Europe will see you savouring the Swiss countryside should Paul­de­Vence. Life is rather idyllic in this enchanting walled hill­town and, like some you choose to join an Optional Experience including a horse­drawn carriage to a of its famous residents, you'll want to linger here a little longer, but the sun­kissed local working farm. promenades of Nice beckon. You never know who you might spot seated in those sleek Ferraris and private yachts that dot the French Riviera. Hotel - City Brunnen

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Day 11 Day 25 French Riviera – Monaco – Pisa – Florence (1 Lucerne Orientation and Free Time Night) Travel into Lucerne where your orientation will reveal the Chapel Bridge and Lion Monument, hewn from rock to commemorate the sacrifice made by the Swiss Guard Follow the French Riveira to the glamorous Principality of Monaco. Your next stop is who died defending Louis XVI during the French Revolution. You'll have some time to Pisa where you'll be tempted to snap a few photos featuring you and its Leaning explore the city your way, perhaps with some retail therapy. Tower. Admire the Romanesque Square of Miracles in all its striped marble glory. Its structures are said to symbolise the three main stages of human life ­ the Baptistery Included Meals - Breakfast, Dinner (birth), the Cathedral (life) and the Camposanto (death). Then continue to Florence, the birthplace of the Renaissance where you'll enjoy dinner at your hotel. Day 26 Lucerne Region – Heidelberg – Rhineland (1 Hotel - Miro Night) Included Meals - Breakfast, Dinner Marvel at the mighty Rhine Falls at Schaffhausen before crossing the border into Germany. Pass through the Black Forest, straight out of a Brothers Grimm fairy Day 12 tale, then continue to Heidelberg with its red sandstone castle, one of the most Florence – Rome (2 Nights) important Renaissance structures north of the Alps. The soul­stirring landscapes of See how Florence has paved its way to a modern age when you embark on an the Rhineland is your final stop for the day. orientation tour through its historic centre. Learn about the quality and workmanship of one of this city's historic industries at a demonstration of Florentine leathercraft. Hotel - NH Bingen Perhaps, savour views of the façades of Ponte Vecchio, the Cathedral of Santa Breakfast, Dinner Maria del Fiore, Giotto's Bell Tower and the Baptistery. On your own, maybe visit the Included Meals - Piazza della Signoria, the city's main square where many of the political and artistic Day 27 treasures of the city can be seen, then head to Rome, the 'Eternal City'. You could Rhineland – Rhine Cruise – Amsterdam (1 choose to join a Local Specialist for a guided stroll through Rome's piazze. Linger at Night) a piazza enjoying a scoop or three of the local gelato and soak up the effervescent energy of a city that knows how to enjoy life. You'd be forgiven for wanting to jump ship and stay forever as you cruise down the Rhine River, passing medieval villages on its shores, steep vineyards and storybook Hotel - Ergife Palace castles. The Rhine Valley has enchanted painters and writers for centuries and you'll see it in all its glory on board your leisurely river cruise. Your journey culminates in Included Meals - Breakfast the free­thinking Dutch capital of Amsterdam where tonight you could choose to Day 13 explore the cityscape from its labyrinthine waterways on an optional canal cruise Rome Sightseeing and Free Time after enjoying a delicious meal in a historic Dutch house. With so much to see and do, you could explore Rome for an eternity without getting Hotel - Ibis Schiphol bored. Join an Optional Experience to Michelangelo's famous Sistine Chapel and the Vatican Museums or start your day the Italian way ­ slow and relaxed. Join a Local Included Meals - Breakfast

Specialist and stand in St. Peter's Square, sharing your space with devoted pilgrims Day 28 and pigeons. Visit St. Peter's Basilica and view Michelangelo's greatest work, the Amsterdam – London sorrowful Pietà. Cross the Tiber next, to view the mighty Colosseum and the countless other ancient sites which featured prominently in the days of the powerful Wind your way south through the expansive plains of the Netherlands and Belgium Roman Empire. Later you'll have some time to explore on your own or join a light­ as you return to where your journey first started, the vibrant British capital. In Calais, hearted Optional Experience revealing all the flavours that would make any board your ferry to Dover, arriving in London later where your incredible journey Italian mamma proud. across Europe comes to an end.

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Discover the most charming areas in the city with a Local Specialist. HERE'S A SAMPLE OF YOUR CHOICE OPTIONAL EXPERIENCES Wander through the labyrinth of narrow streets and beautiful squares of Rome's historic centre, leading to highlights such as the Trevi Fountain and the Pantheon, as well as hidden corners of the Eternal City.

AVAILABLE ON DAY 1 Adult Price: €33.00*

Seine Cruise and Paris Illuminations To truly see Paris in all its glory, you need to see it from the Seine. Enjoy a cruise along this famous river and take in unmatched views of the Notre Dame Cathedral and the Eiffel Tower. Afterwards, we’ll drive through the AVAILABLE ON DAY 13 City of Lights to see some of the fascinating sights this beautiful city has Roman Evening with Dinner to offer. In summer, this trip may take place before sunset. Spend a light­hearted evening with us in Rome. Relax and enjoy typical Adult Price: €38.00* Italian cuisine with drinks and music. Afterwards, we’ll enjoy a drive and provide a glimpse into how Romans enjoy their city.

Adult Price: €62.00*

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Montmartre Village And Artists' Square Many people go to Paris, but only a few are lucky enough to experience AVAILABLE ON DAY 13 what it’s really all about. Join us for a stroll with our Local Specialist Inside The Vatican & Colosseum through Montmartre – an artists’ village once home to Picasso and We skip the lines at the Vatican Museums for a tour with our Local Toulouse Lautrec, tucked away from the modern city. The paint will still be Specialist that shows not just remarkable works of art collected and wet on the canvasses, as we watch apprentices work before our eyes in commissioned over the history of the Papacy, but also Michelangelo’s the famous Artist’s Square. Mingle, barter, and stand in awe of Sacré amazing ceiling frescoes in the Sistine Chapel. Later, we hear fascinating Coeur Basilica in this historic, bohemian neighbourhood. tales of gladiatorial combat and more on our visit to the Colosseum, again Adult Price: €37.00* with time­saving VIP entrance.

Adult Price: €87.00*

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Moulin Rouge Cabaret And Dinner AVAILABLE ON DAY 14 It’s world famous for a reason, and this is your chance to see the real­life Discover Pompeii inspiration behind the award­winning movie. This Parisian institution Join our Local Specialist on a tour of the excavations of Pompeii, the features 60 dancers and entertainers with over 1,000 costumes to create perfectly preserved Roman town which was engulfed by Mount Vesuvius' a dazzling spectacle. You'll enjoy wine, dinner and Champagne during this eruption in AD 79. This is an opportunity to go back in time and get a unforgettable soirée at the original Parisian Cabaret! glimpse of everyday Roman life, frozen for almost 2,000 years. Adult Price: €165.00* Adult Price: €49.00*

AVAILABLE ON DAY 2 AVAILABLE ON DAY 14 Montparnasse and Latin Quarter Amalfi Coast and Positano With our Local Specialist, we'll take the fastest elevator in Europe to the Come with us for a drive along the famous Amalfi Coast. You’ll have a Panoramic Observation Deck for unbeatable views of the Eiffel Tower and chance to visit the exclusive artists’ paradise of Positano, which is all of the city’s iconic monuments. The highest rooftop terrace in Paris magnificently positioned on the Mediterranean coast. This optional offers a breath­taking 360­degree view, with all of Paris at your feet! Then involves reservation and entrance pre­payments. Cancellation within 24 we’ll take a stroll through the delightful Latin Quarter, a medieval maze of hours will incur a 50% cancellation fee. winding cobblestone alleyways where you'll have free time to enjoy the

sidewalk bistros, boutiques and hidden squares. Adult Price: €56.00*

Adult Price: €38.00*

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AVAILABLE ON DAY 4 Traditional Greek Taverna Meal With Entertainment This is an evening excursion to a taverna in the centre of Athens. Enjoy Pamplona Discovery With Tapas And Sangria excellent traditional Greek food in a lively atmosphere while being Enjoy a walking tour of charming Pamplona with our Local Specialist. See entertained by dances and music from all parts of the country. Wine, beer the ancient walls, views over the city, the beautiful old town and the and soft drinks are also included. Although the venue does have an official Cathedral before retracing the steps of the famous ‘Running of the Bulls’. ending time, guests are more than welcome to stay on in the taverna, to Then savour tapas and sangria at Hemingway’s favourite watering hole, join in with the local residents! (Casual dress.) the most beautiful and historic café in town!

Adult Price: €55.00* Adult Price: €34.00*

AVAILABLE ON DAY 5 AVAILABLE ON DAY 18 Cape Sounion Dinner and Discovery in Downtown Madrid Take a relaxing trip down to the southernmost tip of Mainland Greece to Join us this evening as we scratch beneath the surface of some lesser­ see the fifth century B.C Temple of Poseidon at Sounion. See if you can known aspects of Madrid's city centre. Then, we'll settle in for dinner, spot where Byron carved his initials on one of the temple’s sixteen along with musical entertainment and finish up with a spin around some of columns. Marvel at the sheer rugged beauty of the coastline and the the wonderful squares and fountains of magical Madrid. ancient temple perched above a 197­foot drop down to the Aegean Sea Adult Price: €61.00* below. Stand above the site of the world’s first lighthouse, overlooking an area steeped in classical Greek history, ever since the tragic King Aegeas threw himself from the rocky precipice into the sea below, thereby giving his name to the Aegean Sea.

AVAILABLE ON DAY 6 Adult Price: €45.00*

Spectacular Toledo: Spain's Ancient Capital With our Local Specialist, we'll visit the ancient capital of Spain, which sits above the River Tagus and is home to the nation's principal cathedral. We'll earn about Moorish and Jewish cultures, and how the area is famed AVAILABLE ON DAY 18 for the production of Damascene work: intricate inlaid gold jewellery and Delphi craftwork. We'll also visit El Greco's masterpiece, The Burial of the Count The slopes of Parnassus Mountain are home to Delphi, home to the of Orgaz, in St Thomas' church. Oracke and the centre of the universe for the ancient world. Visit the Adult Price: €46.00* Sanctuary of Apollo, the Stadium & the Temple, as well as the museum of Delphi ­ home to over 10,000 artefacts, including the famous bronze Charioteer. In addition, you will also pass through the typical mountain Greek village of Arachova ­ famous for its cheese, matured in nearby caves, and for its flokati rugs. AVAILABLE ON DAY 8 Adult Price: €100.00* Barcelona's Tapas Treats We'll dive into Spanish culture today with a local tapas tour. During our walking excursion, a local specialist will take us on a foodie adventure. Mouth­watering delicacies await as we discover just what makes Spanish cuisine so delicious. n.b. There is a minimum of 6 guests and a maximum AVAILABLE ON DAY 19 of 20 for this optional. One Day Cruise ­ Aegina, Poros And Hydra Adult Price: €50.00* Spend the day on board and cruise towards the islands of Aegina, Poros and Hydra. A great way to see and take in as much as you can whilst enjoying the Saronic gulf and the islands that are closest to the capital! A light lunch is included on board.

AVAILABLE ON DAY 8 Adult Price: €104.00*

Yoga on the Beach In search of a healthier body and mind? With the sound of the sea creating the ultimate yoga experience, we’ll learn sungazing and breathing techniques in an environment naturally designed for meditation. Finding AVAILABLE ON DAY 22 your personal balance on the fine sand of a Barcelona beach will increase Lagoon Cruise to Burano with Food and Drinks your well­being and be an amazing way to start your day! This practice is This afternoon, discover the Venetian Lagoon by private boat. You'll enjoy suitable for both expert practitioners and for yoga newbies. n.b. There is a a delicious meal, with a selection of drinks, on the fishermen's island of minimum of 4 guests and a maximum of 20 for this optional. Burano, famous for its multi­coloured houses ­ a photographer's paradise. Transportation to the beach is not included.

Adult Price: €72.00* Adult Price: €20.00*

AVAILABLE ON DAY 8 AVAILABLE ON DAY 22 Experience Venice By Gondola Mosaic Making Class Glide gracefully on a gondola along Venice’s dreamy, narrow waterways; Learn how to create Gaudí mosaics by taking part in an interactive full of character and colour. While your gondolier navigates the canals, workshop in Barcelona. In a relaxed and pleasant atmosphere and tutored you can take in the city’s elegant architecture. And they may even by one of the artisan masters, you will discover the basics of the serenade you with an Italian classic. technique, how to handle tools, choose your design and work out your

first masterpiece of mosaic. Bring back home your creation as a nice Adult Price: €44.00* souvenir! n.b. There is a minimum of 10 guests and a maximum of 20 for this optional.

Adult Price: €58.00* AVAILABLE ON DAY 24

Swiss Dinner by the Lake Tonight, we'll enjoy a delicious Swiss meal that includes the famous AVAILABLE ON DAY 8 Swiss cheese fondue in a typical local restaurant. Its Lakeside location and well­placed terrace will ensure a relaxing evening enjoying the hearty Flamenco Spectacular With Dinner Swiss menu. Two drinks are included. Come and experience the passion and spirit of Spain at a spectacular

flamenco evening. This modern interpretation of Spain's most famous Adult Price: Fr.95.00* entertainment is one of the best shows in town, and we’ve even included dinner and drinks.

Adult Price: €87.00* AVAILABLE ON DAY 24

Mount Pilatus And Lake Cruise We’ll ascend by cog­wheel train to Mount Pilatus’ summit, where you’ll AVAILABLE ON DAY 8 have time to explore, admire the views, and breathe the pure air. Then, we’ll descend by cable­car to enjoy a scenic lake cruise. On certain Mystical Montserrat departures this Optional may be operated in reverse. Today, with our Local Specialist, we'll take a drive to the enchanting and

mystical mountain of Montserrat, with its breath­taking views and Adult Price: Fr.113.00* spectacular scenery. While there, we'll visit the Benedictine monastery to view the famed Black Madonna.

Adult Price: €40.00* AVAILABLE ON DAY 25

Swiss Countryside & Carriages A chance to get to know the Swiss, you’ll meet local farmers and enjoy a AVAILABLE ON DAY 10 delightful countryside tour in horse­drawn carriages. Soak up the stunning scenery as we trot around a typical rural community, en route to a farm St. Paul And Corniche Discovery with Lunch or Dinner where you’ll savour local drinks and snacks. Children must be Join us on a drive inland towards the mountains to visit the historic, walled accompanied by an adult. hilltop town of St. Paul ­ an artists’ paradise. With our Local Specialist,

we’ll continue along the Riviera, passing through glamorous Nice and Adult Price: Fr.67.00* travelling on the Corniche roads as you admire the spectacular views, before arriving at a characteristic restaurant for a delicious meal including drinks.

Adult Price: €82.00* AVAILABLE ON DAY 27

Dinner In A Historic Dutch House And Canal Cruise Join us for a delicious meal of Dutch specialities, including drinks, in the elegant surroundings of this historic house. Later you’ll board our private AVAILABLE ON DAY 10 boat and glide gently along the canals, under picturesque bridges and past elegant town­houses built on the water's edge. This optional involves St Paul de Vence and Nice reservations and entrance prepayments. If you decide to cancel the Your sublime day on the Riviera starts with a lovely drive to the town of St. optional a 50% cancellation fee will be incurred. On occasion this may Paul de Vence with your Local Specialist. See why this medieval, walled operate in reverse, with the cruise before the meal. city lured the likes of Pablo Picasso and Marc Chagall. Then, because no

visit to the Riviera is complete without it, we'll continue to glorious Nice to Adult Price: €69.00* enjoy the city, its old town and its colourful provençale markets.

Adult Price: €43.00* *We're always sourcing more great experiences for you to choose from. When you join us on your tour, your Travel Director will share the most up to date choices for your trip and travel season. For this reason, the AVAILABLE ON DAY 12 optional experiences and pricing offered here are a guide only and subject to change. Piazzas and Fountains of Rome European Discoverer End London

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Day 1 Day 14 London – Paris (2 Nights) Rome – Bay Of Naples (1 Night)

For now, London bids you safe travels as you continue south through the Kent The Bay of Naples beckons and you'll head south past the Abbey of Monte Cassino, countryside to Dover and then on by ferry to Calais. Next stop is Paris, another the site of fierce battles during World War II, to Napoli. Arrive just in time to spend capital that doesn't hold back and doesn't expect you to either. Take a walk through the afternoon taking an optional drive along the picture­perfect Amalfi Coast, with a its grand past, dynamic present and exciting future, from the maze of streets that visit to the artist hub of Positano and its pastel­hued houses that seem to tumble once nurtured great artists in Montmartre to the Eiffel Tower. You could choose to into the Tyrrhenian Sea. Alternatively, spend the rest of your day rubbing shoulders join an Optional Experience cruise on the Seine, admiring the illuminated skyline at with the feisty Neopolitans in search of the city's best Margherita pizza. Its night. ingredients reflect the red, white and green of Italy's flag ­ could there be anything more patriotic? Day 2 Paris sightseeing and free time Hotel - La Panoramica Put the joy in joie de vivre and embrace the beauty and elegance of Paris on a Breakfast, Dinner sightseeing tour with your Travel Director. See the Arc de Triomphe and Champs Included Meals - Élysées, then spend the rest of the day discovering the city on your terms. There's Day 15 time to take a leisurely stroll down the Seine or hit the shops. Tonight, the colourful Bay Of Naples – Ancona – At Sea (1 Night) Can­Can dancers entice you with their remarkable outfits should you choose to join an Optional Experience cabaret show. Make the most of your stay in the Bay of Naples and join an expert for an Optional Experience to the excavations of Pompeii. See how this Roman town was frozen in Included Meals - Breakfast time when Mount Vesuvius erupted. Later, travel to the port of Ancona where you'll board your overnight ferry to Greece. Day 3 Paris – Tours – Bordeaux (1 Night) Included Meals - Breakfast, Dinner

Wind your way through the French countryside to the city of Tours, the gateway to Day 16 the Loire Valley. In its car­free centre you'll discover a fascinating medieval heart, At Sea – Patras – Athens (4 Nights) reflected in its timber­framed houses and Renaissance mansions. Your next stop is the wine capital of Bordeaux, whose stunning Garonne riverfront and Age of Touch Greek soil for the first time in Patras, continuing by coach to Athens. The Enlightenment history and architecture have made it one of France's most visited Greek capital was once the centre of the world and for several days it will be yours. cities. Join your travel companions for dinner at your hotel. Evidence of the city's former status as the 'Cradle of Western Civilisation' can be seen around every turn, so lace up your walking shoes and pound the pavements in Hotel - Ibis Centre Meriadeck search of the artistry, architecture and archaeological treasures that have made Athens a popular stop for history lovers. Perhaps, join your new friends for an Included Meals - Breakfast, Dinner Optional Experience at a taverna evening including dancing and drinks.

Day 4 Hotel - Novotel Bordeaux – Biarritz – Pamplona (1 Night) Breakfast, Lunch Lather up, the beach is the agenda today at the resort town of Biarritz on the Included Meals - Atlantic coast, where European royals once sunned themselves. Watch surfers Day 17 catch the perfect wave then travel to Pamplona, the capital of the old Kingdom of Athens Navarre. The city is famous for the San Fermín festival, commonly known as the Running of the Bulls. Join a Local Specialist on an Optional Experience and see the Ask your Travel Director for advice on how best to spend your free day. The day is city's ancient walls and Plaza del Castillo, the heart of the city where markets and yours to explore the place where it all began ­ the literature, art and laws that have tournaments have taken place. A special treat will see you savour tapas and sangria shaped western civilisation as we know it today. at Hemingway's favourite watering hole. Included Meals - Breakfast

Hotel - Abba Reino de Navarra Day 18 Athens Included Meals - Breakfast Join an Optional Experience to Delphi today. Walk the Sacred Way to the Temple of Day 5 Apollo ­ the same path that Alexander the Great once trod demanding to hear that Pamplona – Madrid Sightseeing (2 Nights) he would conquer the entire ancient world. Your Local Specialist will reveal the Traverse the splendid landscapes to Madrid, Europe's highest capital. It won't take ancient site's captivating history and some of the Oracle's prophecies, many of long for Madrid to get under your skin. This graceful capital was spruced up several which would eventually come true. You'll also discover Delphi's fame as the host of centuries ago thanks to King Charles III and it remains an elegant city to this day. the Pythian Games, dedicated to Apollo and the arts. You could choose instead to Your Local Specialist will reveal all the sights, including the Royal Palace and Retiro take a relaxing trip to the southernmost tip of mainland Greece to see the fifth­ Park, originally built as a retreat for the royal family. When the sun sets, head out century B.C Temple of Poseidon at Sounion. onto the streets to watch this football­mad metropolis come to life. You'll soon Breakfast discover why the city's vibrant nightlife keeps its hot­blooded residents up all hours Included Meals - of the night. Day 19 Athens Hotel - Melia Avenida America Get your final fix of Athens today with a free day to get some last­minute souvenir Included Meals - Breakfast shopping done. Maybe choose one of the Optional Experiences that could see you visit ancient Mycenae with its Royal Palace and Tomb of Agamemnon, or take a Day 6 one­day cruise to the islands of Aegina, Poros and Hydra. Madrid Free Time Breakfast The legacy of 'Madrid's Best Mayor' can be seen on the city's streets: The Cibeles Included Meals - Fountain, imposing Puerto de Alcalá and even the forerunner of the Prado Museum, Day 20 which today houses one of the greatest collections of European art, featuring such Athens Sightseeing – At Sea (1 Night) masters as Velázquez, Rubens, Goya and El Bosco. You'll have a full free day to uncover his many gifts or consider joining an Optional Experience to Toledo, the Today you'll come face­to­face with the impressive ancient backdrop that has 'City of Three Cultures'. Explore the influences of Christians, Muslims and Jews followed you throughout your stay in Athens ­ the Acropolis. A Local Specialist joins when you join a Local Specialist for a captivating walking tour. Then return to Madrid you for a sightseeing tour through what remains of the ancient citadel, including the for a second chance to discover the city's vibrant nightlife, with an optional dinner Parthenon, dedicated to the goddess Athena. View the Panathinaiko Olympic and discover an old and new Madrid. Stadium, the Temple of Zeus and Hadrian's Arch, stopping at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier to admire the curiously clad Evzone guards. In Patras, board your Included Meals - Breakfast ship for an overnight cruise to Ancona.

Day 7 Included Meals - Breakfast, Dinner Madrid – Barcelona sightseeing (2 Nights) Day 21 Wind your way through Catalonia's sprawling vineyards to the sun­kissed shores of At Sea – Ancona – Bologna (1 Night) Barcelona. Your Local Specialist will reveal some of the city's key highlights this afternoon including Gaudí's ornate La Sagrada Família and the Plaça de Catalunya. Cross the Adriatic bound for Italy. After lunch onboard you'll arrive in Ancona and See street performers, artists and shoppers line the lively La Rambla and soak up travel to Bologna, where you'll spend the night before travelling on to Venice. the most inspiring panoramas of the city from the top of Montjuïc. The effervescent capital of Catalunya lights up at night, so resist the urge to retire early and hit the Hotel - NH Villanova town with your new friends. Included Meals - Breakfast, Lunch

Hotel - Campanile Sud Cornella Day 22 Bologna – Venice (1 Night) Included Meals - Breakfast Journey to the charismatic calle of Venice, once a maritime powerhouse and Day 8 republic whose influences can be seen across the Eastern Mediterranean. The Barcelona Free Time exquisite art of glassblowing for which Venice is justifiably famous is your This is your chance to get fully acquainted with Barcelona. You'll have a free day to introduction to the 'Queen of the Adriatic'. You'll see master craftsmen engaged in see the fanciful façades of Spanish Art Nouveau architect Antoni Gaudí, stroll the centuries­old craft that their forefathers passed down from generation to through the shadowy lanes of the Gothic quarter or perhaps join an Optional generation. Later, maybe choose an optional Gondola ride ­ grand palazzi, churches Experience to the monastery in the mountains of Montserrat to see the beloved and ornate bridges lining your journey. There's a further opportunity later to visit the Black Madonna. After a busy day of sightseeing, maybe join an Optional Experience colourful fisherman's island of Burano for an optional meal with drinks. to see the whirling skirts and fiery passion of a flamenco show with dinner. This foot­ tapping extravaganza is not to be missed. Hotel - Best Western Airvenice

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Day 9 Day 23 Barcelona – Arles – French Riviera (2 Nights) Venice – Innsbruck (1 Night)

The shimmering Mediterranean coastline stretches ahead. Keep your cameras at Journey through alpine landscapes, crossing the Brenner Pass into Innsbruck, the the ready as you drive along elegant boulevards and attempt to capture the capital of the Tyrol. Marvel at Hofburg Palace and Golden Roof, gilded in the sophistication that seems to ooze from every corner. You'll stop in Arles with its 16th century by Emperor Maximilian to mark his wedding. Admire the fascinating honey­coloured façades, Roman ruins and Camargue culture. See first­hand where crystal installations and browse for precious gifts and souvenirs at the Swarovski Van Gogh sought inspiration for his masterpieces, then continue to the French Crystal Worlds Store. Riviera. Hotel - Bon Alpina Hotel - Amarante Cannes Included Meals - Breakfast, Dinner Breakfast Included Meals - Day 24 Day 10 Innsbruck – Vaduz – Lake Lucerne (2 Nights)

French Riviera Free Time Cross the Austrian border to Liechtenstein for a brief stop in its tiny capital, Oh là là! A full free day on the French Riviera. There's no shame in spending the day Vaduz. Earn your bragging rights by visiting one of the world's smallest countries sprawled out on a sun lounger with a cocktail, but if you can pull yourself away from before continuing into Switzerland. Head to its heart, the Lucerne Region where your the sun you'll want to join your fellow travellers for an Optional Experience to Saint­ very own 'Grand Tour' of Europe will see you savouring the Swiss countryside should Paul­de­Vence. Life is rather idyllic in this enchanting walled hill­town and, like some you choose to join an Optional Experience including a horse­drawn carriage to a of its famous residents, you'll want to linger here a little longer, but the sun­kissed local working farm. promenades of Nice beckon. You never know who you might spot seated in those sleek Ferraris and private yachts that dot the French Riviera. Hotel - City Brunnen

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Day 11 Day 25 French Riviera – Monaco – Pisa – Florence (1 Lucerne Orientation and Free Time Night) Travel into Lucerne where your orientation will reveal the Chapel Bridge and Lion Monument, hewn from rock to commemorate the sacrifice made by the Swiss Guard Follow the French Riveira to the glamorous Principality of Monaco. Your next stop is who died defending Louis XVI during the French Revolution. You'll have some time to Pisa where you'll be tempted to snap a few photos featuring you and its Leaning explore the city your way, perhaps with some retail therapy. Tower. Admire the Romanesque Square of Miracles in all its striped marble glory. Its structures are said to symbolise the three main stages of human life ­ the Baptistery Included Meals - Breakfast, Dinner (birth), the Cathedral (life) and the Camposanto (death). Then continue to Florence, the birthplace of the Renaissance where you'll enjoy dinner at your hotel. Day 26 Lucerne Region – Heidelberg – Rhineland (1 Hotel - Miro Night) Included Meals - Breakfast, Dinner Marvel at the mighty Rhine Falls at Schaffhausen before crossing the border into Germany. Pass through the Black Forest, straight out of a Brothers Grimm fairy Day 12 tale, then continue to Heidelberg with its red sandstone castle, one of the most Florence – Rome (2 Nights) important Renaissance structures north of the Alps. The soul­stirring landscapes of See how Florence has paved its way to a modern age when you embark on an the Rhineland is your final stop for the day. orientation tour through its historic centre. Learn about the quality and workmanship of one of this city's historic industries at a demonstration of Florentine leathercraft. Hotel - NH Bingen Perhaps, savour views of the façades of Ponte Vecchio, the Cathedral of Santa Breakfast, Dinner Maria del Fiore, Giotto's Bell Tower and the Baptistery. On your own, maybe visit the Included Meals - Piazza della Signoria, the city's main square where many of the political and artistic Day 27 treasures of the city can be seen, then head to Rome, the 'Eternal City'. You could Rhineland – Rhine Cruise – Amsterdam (1 choose to join a Local Specialist for a guided stroll through Rome's piazze. Linger at Night) a piazza enjoying a scoop or three of the local gelato and soak up the effervescent energy of a city that knows how to enjoy life. You'd be forgiven for wanting to jump ship and stay forever as you cruise down the Rhine River, passing medieval villages on its shores, steep vineyards and storybook Hotel - Ergife Palace castles. The Rhine Valley has enchanted painters and writers for centuries and you'll see it in all its glory on board your leisurely river cruise. Your journey culminates in Included Meals - Breakfast the free­thinking Dutch capital of Amsterdam where tonight you could choose to Day 13 explore the cityscape from its labyrinthine waterways on an optional canal cruise Rome Sightseeing and Free Time after enjoying a delicious meal in a historic Dutch house. With so much to see and do, you could explore Rome for an eternity without getting Hotel - Ibis Schiphol bored. Join an Optional Experience to Michelangelo's famous Sistine Chapel and the Vatican Museums or start your day the Italian way ­ slow and relaxed. Join a Local Included Meals - Breakfast

Specialist and stand in St. Peter's Square, sharing your space with devoted pilgrims Day 28 and pigeons. Visit St. Peter's Basilica and view Michelangelo's greatest work, the Amsterdam – London sorrowful Pietà. Cross the Tiber next, to view the mighty Colosseum and the countless other ancient sites which featured prominently in the days of the powerful Wind your way south through the expansive plains of the Netherlands and Belgium Roman Empire. Later you'll have some time to explore on your own or join a light­ as you return to where your journey first started, the vibrant British capital. In Calais, hearted Optional Experience revealing all the flavours that would make any board your ferry to Dover, arriving in London later where your incredible journey Italian mamma proud. across Europe comes to an end.

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Discover the most charming areas in the city with a Local Specialist. HERE'S A SAMPLE OF YOUR CHOICE OPTIONAL EXPERIENCES Wander through the labyrinth of narrow streets and beautiful squares of Rome's historic centre, leading to highlights such as the Trevi Fountain and the Pantheon, as well as hidden corners of the Eternal City.

AVAILABLE ON DAY 1 Adult Price: €33.00*

Seine Cruise and Paris Illuminations To truly see Paris in all its glory, you need to see it from the Seine. Enjoy a cruise along this famous river and take in unmatched views of the Notre Dame Cathedral and the Eiffel Tower. Afterwards, we’ll drive through the AVAILABLE ON DAY 13 City of Lights to see some of the fascinating sights this beautiful city has Roman Evening with Dinner to offer. In summer, this trip may take place before sunset. Spend a light­hearted evening with us in Rome. Relax and enjoy typical Adult Price: €38.00* Italian cuisine with drinks and music. Afterwards, we’ll enjoy a drive and provide a glimpse into how Romans enjoy their city.

Adult Price: €62.00*

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Montmartre Village And Artists' Square Many people go to Paris, but only a few are lucky enough to experience AVAILABLE ON DAY 13 what it’s really all about. Join us for a stroll with our Local Specialist Inside The Vatican & Colosseum through Montmartre – an artists’ village once home to Picasso and We skip the lines at the Vatican Museums for a tour with our Local Toulouse Lautrec, tucked away from the modern city. The paint will still be Specialist that shows not just remarkable works of art collected and wet on the canvasses, as we watch apprentices work before our eyes in commissioned over the history of the Papacy, but also Michelangelo’s the famous Artist’s Square. Mingle, barter, and stand in awe of Sacré amazing ceiling frescoes in the Sistine Chapel. Later, we hear fascinating Coeur Basilica in this historic, bohemian neighbourhood. tales of gladiatorial combat and more on our visit to the Colosseum, again Adult Price: €37.00* with time­saving VIP entrance.

Adult Price: €87.00*

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Moulin Rouge Cabaret And Dinner AVAILABLE ON DAY 14 It’s world famous for a reason, and this is your chance to see the real­life Discover Pompeii inspiration behind the award­winning movie. This Parisian institution Join our Local Specialist on a tour of the excavations of Pompeii, the features 60 dancers and entertainers with over 1,000 costumes to create perfectly preserved Roman town which was engulfed by Mount Vesuvius' a dazzling spectacle. You'll enjoy wine, dinner and Champagne during this eruption in AD 79. This is an opportunity to go back in time and get a unforgettable soirée at the original Parisian Cabaret! glimpse of everyday Roman life, frozen for almost 2,000 years. Adult Price: €165.00* Adult Price: €49.00*

AVAILABLE ON DAY 2 AVAILABLE ON DAY 14 Montparnasse and Latin Quarter Amalfi Coast and Positano With our Local Specialist, we'll take the fastest elevator in Europe to the Come with us for a drive along the famous Amalfi Coast. You’ll have a Panoramic Observation Deck for unbeatable views of the Eiffel Tower and chance to visit the exclusive artists’ paradise of Positano, which is all of the city’s iconic monuments. The highest rooftop terrace in Paris magnificently positioned on the Mediterranean coast. This optional offers a breath­taking 360­degree view, with all of Paris at your feet! Then involves reservation and entrance pre­payments. Cancellation within 24 we’ll take a stroll through the delightful Latin Quarter, a medieval maze of hours will incur a 50% cancellation fee. winding cobblestone alleyways where you'll have free time to enjoy the

sidewalk bistros, boutiques and hidden squares. Adult Price: €56.00*

Adult Price: €38.00*

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AVAILABLE ON DAY 4 Traditional Greek Taverna Meal With Entertainment This is an evening excursion to a taverna in the centre of Athens. Enjoy Pamplona Discovery With Tapas And Sangria excellent traditional Greek food in a lively atmosphere while being Enjoy a walking tour of charming Pamplona with our Local Specialist. See entertained by dances and music from all parts of the country. Wine, beer the ancient walls, views over the city, the beautiful old town and the and soft drinks are also included. Although the venue does have an official Cathedral before retracing the steps of the famous ‘Running of the Bulls’. ending time, guests are more than welcome to stay on in the taverna, to Then savour tapas and sangria at Hemingway’s favourite watering hole, join in with the local residents! (Casual dress.) the most beautiful and historic café in town!

Adult Price: €55.00* Adult Price: €34.00*

AVAILABLE ON DAY 5 AVAILABLE ON DAY 18 Cape Sounion Dinner and Discovery in Downtown Madrid Take a relaxing trip down to the southernmost tip of Mainland Greece to Join us this evening as we scratch beneath the surface of some lesser­ see the fifth century B.C Temple of Poseidon at Sounion. See if you can known aspects of Madrid's city centre. Then, we'll settle in for dinner, spot where Byron carved his initials on one of the temple’s sixteen along with musical entertainment and finish up with a spin around some of columns. Marvel at the sheer rugged beauty of the coastline and the the wonderful squares and fountains of magical Madrid. ancient temple perched above a 197­foot drop down to the Aegean Sea Adult Price: €61.00* below. Stand above the site of the world’s first lighthouse, overlooking an area steeped in classical Greek history, ever since the tragic King Aegeas threw himself from the rocky precipice into the sea below, thereby giving his name to the Aegean Sea.

AVAILABLE ON DAY 6 Adult Price: €45.00*

Spectacular Toledo: Spain's Ancient Capital With our Local Specialist, we'll visit the ancient capital of Spain, which sits above the River Tagus and is home to the nation's principal cathedral. We'll earn about Moorish and Jewish cultures, and how the area is famed AVAILABLE ON DAY 18 for the production of Damascene work: intricate inlaid gold jewellery and Delphi craftwork. We'll also visit El Greco's masterpiece, The Burial of the Count The slopes of Parnassus Mountain are home to Delphi, home to the of Orgaz, in St Thomas' church. Oracke and the centre of the universe for the ancient world. Visit the Adult Price: €46.00* Sanctuary of Apollo, the Stadium & the Temple, as well as the museum of Delphi ­ home to over 10,000 artefacts, including the famous bronze Charioteer. In addition, you will also pass through the typical mountain Greek village of Arachova ­ famous for its cheese, matured in nearby caves, and for its flokati rugs. AVAILABLE ON DAY 8 Adult Price: €100.00* Barcelona's Tapas Treats We'll dive into Spanish culture today with a local tapas tour. During our walking excursion, a local specialist will take us on a foodie adventure. Mouth­watering delicacies await as we discover just what makes Spanish cuisine so delicious. n.b. There is a minimum of 6 guests and a maximum AVAILABLE ON DAY 19 of 20 for this optional. One Day Cruise ­ Aegina, Poros And Hydra Adult Price: €50.00* Spend the day on board and cruise towards the islands of Aegina, Poros and Hydra. A great way to see and take in as much as you can whilst enjoying the Saronic gulf and the islands that are closest to the capital! A light lunch is included on board.

AVAILABLE ON DAY 8 Adult Price: €104.00*

Yoga on the Beach In search of a healthier body and mind? With the sound of the sea creating the ultimate yoga experience, we’ll learn sungazing and breathing techniques in an environment naturally designed for meditation. Finding AVAILABLE ON DAY 22 your personal balance on the fine sand of a Barcelona beach will increase Lagoon Cruise to Burano with Food and Drinks your well­being and be an amazing way to start your day! This practice is This afternoon, discover the Venetian Lagoon by private boat. You'll enjoy suitable for both expert practitioners and for yoga newbies. n.b. There is a a delicious meal, with a selection of drinks, on the fishermen's island of minimum of 4 guests and a maximum of 20 for this optional. Burano, famous for its multi­coloured houses ­ a photographer's paradise. Transportation to the beach is not included.

Adult Price: €72.00* Adult Price: €20.00*

AVAILABLE ON DAY 8 AVAILABLE ON DAY 22 Experience Venice By Gondola Mosaic Making Class Glide gracefully on a gondola along Venice’s dreamy, narrow waterways; Learn how to create Gaudí mosaics by taking part in an interactive full of character and colour. While your gondolier navigates the canals, workshop in Barcelona. In a relaxed and pleasant atmosphere and tutored you can take in the city’s elegant architecture. And they may even by one of the artisan masters, you will discover the basics of the serenade you with an Italian classic. technique, how to handle tools, choose your design and work out your

first masterpiece of mosaic. Bring back home your creation as a nice Adult Price: €44.00* souvenir! n.b. There is a minimum of 10 guests and a maximum of 20 for this optional.

Adult Price: €58.00* AVAILABLE ON DAY 24

Swiss Dinner by the Lake Tonight, we'll enjoy a delicious Swiss meal that includes the famous AVAILABLE ON DAY 8 Swiss cheese fondue in a typical local restaurant. Its Lakeside location and well­placed terrace will ensure a relaxing evening enjoying the hearty Flamenco Spectacular With Dinner Swiss menu. Two drinks are included. Come and experience the passion and spirit of Spain at a spectacular

flamenco evening. This modern interpretation of Spain's most famous Adult Price: Fr.95.00* entertainment is one of the best shows in town, and we’ve even included dinner and drinks.

Adult Price: €87.00* AVAILABLE ON DAY 24

Mount Pilatus And Lake Cruise We’ll ascend by cog­wheel train to Mount Pilatus’ summit, where you’ll AVAILABLE ON DAY 8 have time to explore, admire the views, and breathe the pure air. Then, we’ll descend by cable­car to enjoy a scenic lake cruise. On certain Mystical Montserrat departures this Optional may be operated in reverse. Today, with our Local Specialist, we'll take a drive to the enchanting and

mystical mountain of Montserrat, with its breath­taking views and Adult Price: Fr.113.00* spectacular scenery. While there, we'll visit the Benedictine monastery to view the famed Black Madonna.

Adult Price: €40.00* AVAILABLE ON DAY 25

Swiss Countryside & Carriages A chance to get to know the Swiss, you’ll meet local farmers and enjoy a AVAILABLE ON DAY 10 delightful countryside tour in horse­drawn carriages. Soak up the stunning scenery as we trot around a typical rural community, en route to a farm St. Paul And Corniche Discovery with Lunch or Dinner where you’ll savour local drinks and snacks. Children must be Join us on a drive inland towards the mountains to visit the historic, walled accompanied by an adult. hilltop town of St. Paul ­ an artists’ paradise. With our Local Specialist,

we’ll continue along the Riviera, passing through glamorous Nice and Adult Price: Fr.67.00* travelling on the Corniche roads as you admire the spectacular views, before arriving at a characteristic restaurant for a delicious meal including drinks.

Adult Price: €82.00* AVAILABLE ON DAY 27

Dinner In A Historic Dutch House And Canal Cruise Join us for a delicious meal of Dutch specialities, including drinks, in the elegant surroundings of this historic house. Later you’ll board our private AVAILABLE ON DAY 10 boat and glide gently along the canals, under picturesque bridges and past elegant town­houses built on the water's edge. This optional involves St Paul de Vence and Nice reservations and entrance prepayments. If you decide to cancel the Your sublime day on the Riviera starts with a lovely drive to the town of St. optional a 50% cancellation fee will be incurred. On occasion this may Paul de Vence with your Local Specialist. See why this medieval, walled operate in reverse, with the cruise before the meal. city lured the likes of Pablo Picasso and Marc Chagall. Then, because no

visit to the Riviera is complete without it, we'll continue to glorious Nice to Adult Price: €69.00* enjoy the city, its old town and its colourful provençale markets.

Adult Price: €43.00* *We're always sourcing more great experiences for you to choose from. When you join us on your tour, your Travel Director will share the most up to date choices for your trip and travel season. For this reason, the AVAILABLE ON DAY 12 optional experiences and pricing offered here are a guide only and subject to change. Piazzas and Fountains of Rome European Discoverer End London

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Day 1 Day 14 London – Paris (2 Nights) Rome – Bay Of Naples (1 Night)

For now, London bids you safe travels as you continue south through the Kent The Bay of Naples beckons and you'll head south past the Abbey of Monte Cassino, countryside to Dover and then on by ferry to Calais. Next stop is Paris, another the site of fierce battles during World War II, to Napoli. Arrive just in time to spend capital that doesn't hold back and doesn't expect you to either. Take a walk through the afternoon taking an optional drive along the picture­perfect Amalfi Coast, with a its grand past, dynamic present and exciting future, from the maze of streets that visit to the artist hub of Positano and its pastel­hued houses that seem to tumble once nurtured great artists in Montmartre to the Eiffel Tower. You could choose to into the Tyrrhenian Sea. Alternatively, spend the rest of your day rubbing shoulders join an Optional Experience cruise on the Seine, admiring the illuminated skyline at with the feisty Neopolitans in search of the city's best Margherita pizza. Its night. ingredients reflect the red, white and green of Italy's flag ­ could there be anything more patriotic? Day 2 Paris sightseeing and free time Hotel - La Panoramica Put the joy in joie de vivre and embrace the beauty and elegance of Paris on a Breakfast, Dinner sightseeing tour with your Travel Director. See the Arc de Triomphe and Champs Included Meals - Élysées, then spend the rest of the day discovering the city on your terms. There's Day 15 time to take a leisurely stroll down the Seine or hit the shops. Tonight, the colourful Bay Of Naples – Ancona – At Sea (1 Night) Can­Can dancers entice you with their remarkable outfits should you choose to join an Optional Experience cabaret show. Make the most of your stay in the Bay of Naples and join an expert for an Optional Experience to the excavations of Pompeii. See how this Roman town was frozen in Included Meals - Breakfast time when Mount Vesuvius erupted. Later, travel to the port of Ancona where you'll board your overnight ferry to Greece. Day 3 Paris – Tours – Bordeaux (1 Night) Included Meals - Breakfast, Dinner

Wind your way through the French countryside to the city of Tours, the gateway to Day 16 the Loire Valley. In its car­free centre you'll discover a fascinating medieval heart, At Sea – Patras – Athens (4 Nights) reflected in its timber­framed houses and Renaissance mansions. Your next stop is the wine capital of Bordeaux, whose stunning Garonne riverfront and Age of Touch Greek soil for the first time in Patras, continuing by coach to Athens. The Enlightenment history and architecture have made it one of France's most visited Greek capital was once the centre of the world and for several days it will be yours. cities. Join your travel companions for dinner at your hotel. Evidence of the city's former status as the 'Cradle of Western Civilisation' can be seen around every turn, so lace up your walking shoes and pound the pavements in Hotel - Ibis Centre Meriadeck search of the artistry, architecture and archaeological treasures that have made Athens a popular stop for history lovers. Perhaps, join your new friends for an Included Meals - Breakfast, Dinner Optional Experience at a taverna evening including dancing and drinks.

Day 4 Hotel - Novotel Bordeaux – Biarritz – Pamplona (1 Night) Breakfast, Lunch Lather up, the beach is the agenda today at the resort town of Biarritz on the Included Meals - Atlantic coast, where European royals once sunned themselves. Watch surfers Day 17 catch the perfect wave then travel to Pamplona, the capital of the old Kingdom of Athens Navarre. The city is famous for the San Fermín festival, commonly known as the Running of the Bulls. Join a Local Specialist on an Optional Experience and see the Ask your Travel Director for advice on how best to spend your free day. The day is city's ancient walls and Plaza del Castillo, the heart of the city where markets and yours to explore the place where it all began ­ the literature, art and laws that have tournaments have taken place. A special treat will see you savour tapas and sangria shaped western civilisation as we know it today. at Hemingway's favourite watering hole. Included Meals - Breakfast

Hotel - Abba Reino de Navarra Day 18 Athens Included Meals - Breakfast Join an Optional Experience to Delphi today. Walk the Sacred Way to the Temple of Day 5 Apollo ­ the same path that Alexander the Great once trod demanding to hear that Pamplona – Madrid Sightseeing (2 Nights) he would conquer the entire ancient world. Your Local Specialist will reveal the Traverse the splendid landscapes to Madrid, Europe's highest capital. It won't take ancient site's captivating history and some of the Oracle's prophecies, many of long for Madrid to get under your skin. This graceful capital was spruced up several which would eventually come true. You'll also discover Delphi's fame as the host of centuries ago thanks to King Charles III and it remains an elegant city to this day. the Pythian Games, dedicated to Apollo and the arts. You could choose instead to Your Local Specialist will reveal all the sights, including the Royal Palace and Retiro take a relaxing trip to the southernmost tip of mainland Greece to see the fifth­ Park, originally built as a retreat for the royal family. When the sun sets, head out century B.C Temple of Poseidon at Sounion. onto the streets to watch this football­mad metropolis come to life. You'll soon Breakfast discover why the city's vibrant nightlife keeps its hot­blooded residents up all hours Included Meals - of the night. Day 19 Athens Hotel - Melia Avenida America Get your final fix of Athens today with a free day to get some last­minute souvenir Included Meals - Breakfast shopping done. Maybe choose one of the Optional Experiences that could see you visit ancient Mycenae with its Royal Palace and Tomb of Agamemnon, or take a Day 6 one­day cruise to the islands of Aegina, Poros and Hydra. Madrid Free Time Breakfast The legacy of 'Madrid's Best Mayor' can be seen on the city's streets: The Cibeles Included Meals - Fountain, imposing Puerto de Alcalá and even the forerunner of the Prado Museum, Day 20 which today houses one of the greatest collections of European art, featuring such Athens Sightseeing – At Sea (1 Night) masters as Velázquez, Rubens, Goya and El Bosco. You'll have a full free day to uncover his many gifts or consider joining an Optional Experience to Toledo, the Today you'll come face­to­face with the impressive ancient backdrop that has 'City of Three Cultures'. Explore the influences of Christians, Muslims and Jews followed you throughout your stay in Athens ­ the Acropolis. A Local Specialist joins when you join a Local Specialist for a captivating walking tour. Then return to Madrid you for a sightseeing tour through what remains of the ancient citadel, including the for a second chance to discover the city's vibrant nightlife, with an optional dinner Parthenon, dedicated to the goddess Athena. View the Panathinaiko Olympic and discover an old and new Madrid. Stadium, the Temple of Zeus and Hadrian's Arch, stopping at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier to admire the curiously clad Evzone guards. In Patras, board your Included Meals - Breakfast ship for an overnight cruise to Ancona.

Day 7 Included Meals - Breakfast, Dinner Madrid – Barcelona sightseeing (2 Nights) Day 21 Wind your way through Catalonia's sprawling vineyards to the sun­kissed shores of At Sea – Ancona – Bologna (1 Night) Barcelona. Your Local Specialist will reveal some of the city's key highlights this afternoon including Gaudí's ornate La Sagrada Família and the Plaça de Catalunya. Cross the Adriatic bound for Italy. After lunch onboard you'll arrive in Ancona and See street performers, artists and shoppers line the lively La Rambla and soak up travel to Bologna, where you'll spend the night before travelling on to Venice. the most inspiring panoramas of the city from the top of Montjuïc. The effervescent capital of Catalunya lights up at night, so resist the urge to retire early and hit the Hotel - NH Villanova town with your new friends. Included Meals - Breakfast, Lunch

Hotel - Campanile Sud Cornella Day 22 Bologna – Venice (1 Night) Included Meals - Breakfast Journey to the charismatic calle of Venice, once a maritime powerhouse and Day 8 republic whose influences can be seen across the Eastern Mediterranean. The Barcelona Free Time exquisite art of glassblowing for which Venice is justifiably famous is your This is your chance to get fully acquainted with Barcelona. You'll have a free day to introduction to the 'Queen of the Adriatic'. You'll see master craftsmen engaged in see the fanciful façades of Spanish Art Nouveau architect Antoni Gaudí, stroll the centuries­old craft that their forefathers passed down from generation to through the shadowy lanes of the Gothic quarter or perhaps join an Optional generation. Later, maybe choose an optional Gondola ride ­ grand palazzi, churches Experience to the monastery in the mountains of Montserrat to see the beloved and ornate bridges lining your journey. There's a further opportunity later to visit the Black Madonna. After a busy day of sightseeing, maybe join an Optional Experience colourful fisherman's island of Burano for an optional meal with drinks. to see the whirling skirts and fiery passion of a flamenco show with dinner. This foot­ tapping extravaganza is not to be missed. Hotel - Best Western Airvenice

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Day 9 Day 23 Barcelona – Arles – French Riviera (2 Nights) Venice – Innsbruck (1 Night)

The shimmering Mediterranean coastline stretches ahead. Keep your cameras at Journey through alpine landscapes, crossing the Brenner Pass into Innsbruck, the the ready as you drive along elegant boulevards and attempt to capture the capital of the Tyrol. Marvel at Hofburg Palace and Golden Roof, gilded in the sophistication that seems to ooze from every corner. You'll stop in Arles with its 16th century by Emperor Maximilian to mark his wedding. Admire the fascinating honey­coloured façades, Roman ruins and Camargue culture. See first­hand where crystal installations and browse for precious gifts and souvenirs at the Swarovski Van Gogh sought inspiration for his masterpieces, then continue to the French Crystal Worlds Store. Riviera. Hotel - Bon Alpina Hotel - Amarante Cannes Included Meals - Breakfast, Dinner Breakfast Included Meals - Day 24 Day 10 Innsbruck – Vaduz – Lake Lucerne (2 Nights)

French Riviera Free Time Cross the Austrian border to Liechtenstein for a brief stop in its tiny capital, Oh là là! A full free day on the French Riviera. There's no shame in spending the day Vaduz. Earn your bragging rights by visiting one of the world's smallest countries sprawled out on a sun lounger with a cocktail, but if you can pull yourself away from before continuing into Switzerland. Head to its heart, the Lucerne Region where your the sun you'll want to join your fellow travellers for an Optional Experience to Saint­ very own 'Grand Tour' of Europe will see you savouring the Swiss countryside should Paul­de­Vence. Life is rather idyllic in this enchanting walled hill­town and, like some you choose to join an Optional Experience including a horse­drawn carriage to a of its famous residents, you'll want to linger here a little longer, but the sun­kissed local working farm. promenades of Nice beckon. You never know who you might spot seated in those sleek Ferraris and private yachts that dot the French Riviera. Hotel - City Brunnen

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Day 11 Day 25 French Riviera – Monaco – Pisa – Florence (1 Lucerne Orientation and Free Time Night) Travel into Lucerne where your orientation will reveal the Chapel Bridge and Lion Monument, hewn from rock to commemorate the sacrifice made by the Swiss Guard Follow the French Riveira to the glamorous Principality of Monaco. Your next stop is who died defending Louis XVI during the French Revolution. You'll have some time to Pisa where you'll be tempted to snap a few photos featuring you and its Leaning explore the city your way, perhaps with some retail therapy. Tower. Admire the Romanesque Square of Miracles in all its striped marble glory. Its structures are said to symbolise the three main stages of human life ­ the Baptistery Included Meals - Breakfast, Dinner (birth), the Cathedral (life) and the Camposanto (death). Then continue to Florence, the birthplace of the Renaissance where you'll enjoy dinner at your hotel. Day 26 Lucerne Region – Heidelberg – Rhineland (1 Hotel - Miro Night) Included Meals - Breakfast, Dinner Marvel at the mighty Rhine Falls at Schaffhausen before crossing the border into Germany. Pass through the Black Forest, straight out of a Brothers Grimm fairy Day 12 tale, then continue to Heidelberg with its red sandstone castle, one of the most Florence – Rome (2 Nights) important Renaissance structures north of the Alps. The soul­stirring landscapes of See how Florence has paved its way to a modern age when you embark on an the Rhineland is your final stop for the day. orientation tour through its historic centre. Learn about the quality and workmanship of one of this city's historic industries at a demonstration of Florentine leathercraft. Hotel - NH Bingen Perhaps, savour views of the façades of Ponte Vecchio, the Cathedral of Santa Breakfast, Dinner Maria del Fiore, Giotto's Bell Tower and the Baptistery. On your own, maybe visit the Included Meals - Piazza della Signoria, the city's main square where many of the political and artistic Day 27 treasures of the city can be seen, then head to Rome, the 'Eternal City'. You could Rhineland – Rhine Cruise – Amsterdam (1 choose to join a Local Specialist for a guided stroll through Rome's piazze. Linger at Night) a piazza enjoying a scoop or three of the local gelato and soak up the effervescent energy of a city that knows how to enjoy life. You'd be forgiven for wanting to jump ship and stay forever as you cruise down the Rhine River, passing medieval villages on its shores, steep vineyards and storybook Hotel - Ergife Palace castles. The Rhine Valley has enchanted painters and writers for centuries and you'll see it in all its glory on board your leisurely river cruise. Your journey culminates in Included Meals - Breakfast the free­thinking Dutch capital of Amsterdam where tonight you could choose to Day 13 explore the cityscape from its labyrinthine waterways on an optional canal cruise Rome Sightseeing and Free Time after enjoying a delicious meal in a historic Dutch house. With so much to see and do, you could explore Rome for an eternity without getting Hotel - Ibis Schiphol bored. Join an Optional Experience to Michelangelo's famous Sistine Chapel and the Vatican Museums or start your day the Italian way ­ slow and relaxed. Join a Local Included Meals - Breakfast

Specialist and stand in St. Peter's Square, sharing your space with devoted pilgrims Day 28 and pigeons. Visit St. Peter's Basilica and view Michelangelo's greatest work, the Amsterdam – London sorrowful Pietà. Cross the Tiber next, to view the mighty Colosseum and the countless other ancient sites which featured prominently in the days of the powerful Wind your way south through the expansive plains of the Netherlands and Belgium Roman Empire. Later you'll have some time to explore on your own or join a light­ as you return to where your journey first started, the vibrant British capital. In Calais, hearted Optional Experience revealing all the flavours that would make any board your ferry to Dover, arriving in London later where your incredible journey Italian mamma proud. across Europe comes to an end.

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Discover the most charming areas in the city with a Local Specialist. HERE'S A SAMPLE OF YOUR CHOICE OPTIONAL EXPERIENCES Wander through the labyrinth of narrow streets and beautiful squares of Rome's historic centre, leading to highlights such as the Trevi Fountain and the Pantheon, as well as hidden corners of the Eternal City.

AVAILABLE ON DAY 1 Adult Price: €33.00*

Seine Cruise and Paris Illuminations To truly see Paris in all its glory, you need to see it from the Seine. Enjoy a cruise along this famous river and take in unmatched views of the Notre Dame Cathedral and the Eiffel Tower. Afterwards, we’ll drive through the AVAILABLE ON DAY 13 City of Lights to see some of the fascinating sights this beautiful city has Roman Evening with Dinner to offer. In summer, this trip may take place before sunset. Spend a light­hearted evening with us in Rome. Relax and enjoy typical Adult Price: €38.00* Italian cuisine with drinks and music. Afterwards, we’ll enjoy a drive and provide a glimpse into how Romans enjoy their city.

Adult Price: €62.00*

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Montmartre Village And Artists' Square Many people go to Paris, but only a few are lucky enough to experience AVAILABLE ON DAY 13 what it’s really all about. Join us for a stroll with our Local Specialist Inside The Vatican & Colosseum through Montmartre – an artists’ village once home to Picasso and We skip the lines at the Vatican Museums for a tour with our Local Toulouse Lautrec, tucked away from the modern city. The paint will still be Specialist that shows not just remarkable works of art collected and wet on the canvasses, as we watch apprentices work before our eyes in commissioned over the history of the Papacy, but also Michelangelo’s the famous Artist’s Square. Mingle, barter, and stand in awe of Sacré amazing ceiling frescoes in the Sistine Chapel. Later, we hear fascinating Coeur Basilica in this historic, bohemian neighbourhood. tales of gladiatorial combat and more on our visit to the Colosseum, again Adult Price: €37.00* with time­saving VIP entrance.

Adult Price: €87.00*

AVAILABLE ON DAY 2

Moulin Rouge Cabaret And Dinner AVAILABLE ON DAY 14 It’s world famous for a reason, and this is your chance to see the real­life Discover Pompeii inspiration behind the award­winning movie. This Parisian institution Join our Local Specialist on a tour of the excavations of Pompeii, the features 60 dancers and entertainers with over 1,000 costumes to create perfectly preserved Roman town which was engulfed by Mount Vesuvius' a dazzling spectacle. You'll enjoy wine, dinner and Champagne during this eruption in AD 79. This is an opportunity to go back in time and get a unforgettable soirée at the original Parisian Cabaret! glimpse of everyday Roman life, frozen for almost 2,000 years. Adult Price: €165.00* Adult Price: €49.00*

AVAILABLE ON DAY 2 AVAILABLE ON DAY 14 Montparnasse and Latin Quarter Amalfi Coast and Positano With our Local Specialist, we'll take the fastest elevator in Europe to the Come with us for a drive along the famous Amalfi Coast. You’ll have a Panoramic Observation Deck for unbeatable views of the Eiffel Tower and chance to visit the exclusive artists’ paradise of Positano, which is all of the city’s iconic monuments. The highest rooftop terrace in Paris magnificently positioned on the Mediterranean coast. This optional offers a breath­taking 360­degree view, with all of Paris at your feet! Then involves reservation and entrance pre­payments. Cancellation within 24 we’ll take a stroll through the delightful Latin Quarter, a medieval maze of hours will incur a 50% cancellation fee. winding cobblestone alleyways where you'll have free time to enjoy the

sidewalk bistros, boutiques and hidden squares. Adult Price: €56.00*

Adult Price: €38.00*

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AVAILABLE ON DAY 4 Traditional Greek Taverna Meal With Entertainment This is an evening excursion to a taverna in the centre of Athens. Enjoy Pamplona Discovery With Tapas And Sangria excellent traditional Greek food in a lively atmosphere while being Enjoy a walking tour of charming Pamplona with our Local Specialist. See entertained by dances and music from all parts of the country. Wine, beer the ancient walls, views over the city, the beautiful old town and the and soft drinks are also included. Although the venue does have an official Cathedral before retracing the steps of the famous ‘Running of the Bulls’. ending time, guests are more than welcome to stay on in the taverna, to Then savour tapas and sangria at Hemingway’s favourite watering hole, join in with the local residents! (Casual dress.) the most beautiful and historic café in town!

Adult Price: €55.00* Adult Price: €34.00*

AVAILABLE ON DAY 5 AVAILABLE ON DAY 18 Cape Sounion Dinner and Discovery in Downtown Madrid Take a relaxing trip down to the southernmost tip of Mainland Greece to Join us this evening as we scratch beneath the surface of some lesser­ see the fifth century B.C Temple of Poseidon at Sounion. See if you can known aspects of Madrid's city centre. Then, we'll settle in for dinner, spot where Byron carved his initials on one of the temple’s sixteen along with musical entertainment and finish up with a spin around some of columns. Marvel at the sheer rugged beauty of the coastline and the the wonderful squares and fountains of magical Madrid. ancient temple perched above a 197­foot drop down to the Aegean Sea Adult Price: €61.00* below. Stand above the site of the world’s first lighthouse, overlooking an area steeped in classical Greek history, ever since the tragic King Aegeas threw himself from the rocky precipice into the sea below, thereby giving his name to the Aegean Sea.

AVAILABLE ON DAY 6 Adult Price: €45.00*

Spectacular Toledo: Spain's Ancient Capital With our Local Specialist, we'll visit the ancient capital of Spain, which sits above the River Tagus and is home to the nation's principal cathedral. We'll earn about Moorish and Jewish cultures, and how the area is famed AVAILABLE ON DAY 18 for the production of Damascene work: intricate inlaid gold jewellery and Delphi craftwork. We'll also visit El Greco's masterpiece, The Burial of the Count The slopes of Parnassus Mountain are home to Delphi, home to the of Orgaz, in St Thomas' church. Oracke and the centre of the universe for the ancient world. Visit the Adult Price: €46.00* Sanctuary of Apollo, the Stadium & the Temple, as well as the museum of Delphi ­ home to over 10,000 artefacts, including the famous bronze Charioteer. In addition, you will also pass through the typical mountain Greek village of Arachova ­ famous for its cheese, matured in nearby caves, and for its flokati rugs. AVAILABLE ON DAY 8 Adult Price: €100.00* Barcelona's Tapas Treats We'll dive into Spanish culture today with a local tapas tour. During our walking excursion, a local specialist will take us on a foodie adventure. Mouth­watering delicacies await as we discover just what makes Spanish cuisine so delicious. n.b. There is a minimum of 6 guests and a maximum AVAILABLE ON DAY 19 of 20 for this optional. One Day Cruise ­ Aegina, Poros And Hydra Adult Price: €50.00* Spend the day on board and cruise towards the islands of Aegina, Poros and Hydra. A great way to see and take in as much as you can whilst enjoying the Saronic gulf and the islands that are closest to the capital! A light lunch is included on board.

AVAILABLE ON DAY 8 Adult Price: €104.00*

Yoga on the Beach In search of a healthier body and mind? With the sound of the sea creating the ultimate yoga experience, we’ll learn sungazing and breathing techniques in an environment naturally designed for meditation. Finding AVAILABLE ON DAY 22 your personal balance on the fine sand of a Barcelona beach will increase Lagoon Cruise to Burano with Food and Drinks your well­being and be an amazing way to start your day! This practice is This afternoon, discover the Venetian Lagoon by private boat. You'll enjoy suitable for both expert practitioners and for yoga newbies. n.b. There is a a delicious meal, with a selection of drinks, on the fishermen's island of minimum of 4 guests and a maximum of 20 for this optional. Burano, famous for its multi­coloured houses ­ a photographer's paradise. Transportation to the beach is not included.

Adult Price: €72.00* Adult Price: €20.00*

AVAILABLE ON DAY 8 AVAILABLE ON DAY 22 Experience Venice By Gondola Mosaic Making Class Glide gracefully on a gondola along Venice’s dreamy, narrow waterways; Learn how to create Gaudí mosaics by taking part in an interactive full of character and colour. While your gondolier navigates the canals, workshop in Barcelona. In a relaxed and pleasant atmosphere and tutored you can take in the city’s elegant architecture. And they may even by one of the artisan masters, you will discover the basics of the serenade you with an Italian classic. technique, how to handle tools, choose your design and work out your

first masterpiece of mosaic. Bring back home your creation as a nice Adult Price: €44.00* souvenir! n.b. There is a minimum of 10 guests and a maximum of 20 for this optional.

Adult Price: €58.00* AVAILABLE ON DAY 24

Swiss Dinner by the Lake Tonight, we'll enjoy a delicious Swiss meal that includes the famous AVAILABLE ON DAY 8 Swiss cheese fondue in a typical local restaurant. Its Lakeside location and well­placed terrace will ensure a relaxing evening enjoying the hearty Flamenco Spectacular With Dinner Swiss menu. Two drinks are included. Come and experience the passion and spirit of Spain at a spectacular

flamenco evening. This modern interpretation of Spain's most famous Adult Price: Fr.95.00* entertainment is one of the best shows in town, and we’ve even included dinner and drinks.

Adult Price: €87.00* AVAILABLE ON DAY 24

Mount Pilatus And Lake Cruise We’ll ascend by cog­wheel train to Mount Pilatus’ summit, where you’ll AVAILABLE ON DAY 8 have time to explore, admire the views, and breathe the pure air. Then, we’ll descend by cable­car to enjoy a scenic lake cruise. On certain Mystical Montserrat departures this Optional may be operated in reverse. Today, with our Local Specialist, we'll take a drive to the enchanting and

mystical mountain of Montserrat, with its breath­taking views and Adult Price: Fr.113.00* spectacular scenery. While there, we'll visit the Benedictine monastery to view the famed Black Madonna.

Adult Price: €40.00* AVAILABLE ON DAY 25

Swiss Countryside & Carriages A chance to get to know the Swiss, you’ll meet local farmers and enjoy a AVAILABLE ON DAY 10 delightful countryside tour in horse­drawn carriages. Soak up the stunning scenery as we trot around a typical rural community, en route to a farm St. Paul And Corniche Discovery with Lunch or Dinner where you’ll savour local drinks and snacks. Children must be Join us on a drive inland towards the mountains to visit the historic, walled accompanied by an adult. hilltop town of St. Paul ­ an artists’ paradise. With our Local Specialist,

we’ll continue along the Riviera, passing through glamorous Nice and Adult Price: Fr.67.00* travelling on the Corniche roads as you admire the spectacular views, before arriving at a characteristic restaurant for a delicious meal including drinks.

Adult Price: €82.00* AVAILABLE ON DAY 27

Dinner In A Historic Dutch House And Canal Cruise Join us for a delicious meal of Dutch specialities, including drinks, in the elegant surroundings of this historic house. Later you’ll board our private AVAILABLE ON DAY 10 boat and glide gently along the canals, under picturesque bridges and past elegant town­houses built on the water's edge. This optional involves St Paul de Vence and Nice reservations and entrance prepayments. If you decide to cancel the Your sublime day on the Riviera starts with a lovely drive to the town of St. optional a 50% cancellation fee will be incurred. On occasion this may Paul de Vence with your Local Specialist. See why this medieval, walled operate in reverse, with the cruise before the meal. city lured the likes of Pablo Picasso and Marc Chagall. Then, because no

visit to the Riviera is complete without it, we'll continue to glorious Nice to Adult Price: €69.00* enjoy the city, its old town and its colourful provençale markets.

Adult Price: €43.00* *We're always sourcing more great experiences for you to choose from. When you join us on your tour, your Travel Director will share the most up to date choices for your trip and travel season. For this reason, the AVAILABLE ON DAY 12 optional experiences and pricing offered here are a guide only and subject to change. Piazzas and Fountains of Rome