At a Glance $4999 Discover the Iconic European Cities of Paris, Rome, Florence and Barcelona, Plus $3700 Celebrated Wine Regions of Tuscany and Burgundy
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Taste of Europe 20 DAY TOUR OF PARIS, ROME, BARCELONA, AND MORE WITH FLIGHTS INCLUDED. From SAVE UP TO At a glance $4999 Discover the iconic European cities of Paris, Rome, Florence and Barcelona, plus $3700 celebrated wine regions of Tuscany and Burgundy. Take in famous sights like the per person twin share M E S M NG BER SAVI Colosseum, the Eiffel Tower and many more. Wander the canals of Venice, explore scenic 20 DAYS Lake Como and fall in love with Cinque Terre. And just when you think you’ve seen it all, From the classical masterpieces set sail on a cruise of the West Mediterranean aboard the MSC Fantasia. With return international flights, 10 nights in hotel accommodation, a 7 night cruise, 31 meals, of Florence to the chic streets of private vehicles and more, this once in a lifetime trip will help you explore the many Paris and dazzling architecture of wonders that Europe has to offer. Barcelona – every corner of Europe has its own story to tell. Experience these wonders and many more on this incredible 20 day land and cruise adventure. 1300 292 803 nrmatravel.com.au 9A York St Sydney Offer available for a limited time or until sold out. The itinerary Day 1 Day 5 Australia – Paris Dijon – Lucerne Today depart from Sydney for Paris with award winning airlines Today you’ll travel eastbound from Dijon, passing through such as Emirates Airlines, Etihad Airways, Lufthansa, Singapore Mulhouse and Basel, and arrive in the city of Lucerne. On arrival Airlines or Cathay Pacific to name a few (subject to availability). enjoy a panoramic tour of the city, which lies on the shore of Meals included: Breakfast Lake Lucerne. Enjoy views of the world famous wooden Chapel Bridge and Water Tower, the Musegg Wall, the Jesuit Church, Day 2 the Mill Bridge, the Lion Monument and the KKL culture and Welcome to Paris convention centre. Once you arrive you’ll be taken to your hotel to spend the day Overnight: Hotel Zum Hirschen, Lucerne however you like. Meals included: Breakfast Overnight: Median Paris Porte de Versailles, Paris Day 6 Day 3 Lucerne – Lake Lugano – Lake Como – Lomazzo Paris city tour Leaving the beautiful city of Lucerne behind, continue north to Your tour leader will be with you the whole day so you get more Italy. En route see Lugano Lake at the Switzerland-Italy borders from this beautiful city. View Paris highlights including the Eiffel and the town of Lugano. This charming city offers visitors Tower, Notre Dame, Seine River bridges, Arc de Triomphe, Champs an array of restaurants and bars, plus the famous via Nassa Elysees, and Place de la Concorde, plus visit the famous Saint shopping district which boasts of row upon row of boutiques and Germain neighbourhood. department stores. Continue to Como for a nice afternoon tour, starting from the lakefront and Piazza Cavour and continuing to Median Paris Porte de Versailles, Paris Overnight: Duomo, San Fedele church, the Broletto and Villa Olmo. Meals included: Breakfast Overnight: Just Hotel Lomazzo Fiera, Lomazzo Day 4 Meals included: Breakfast Paris – Dijon City Tour – Fromagerie Gaugry Enjoy breakfast this morning before starting the scenic journey Day 7 south-east to the Burgundy region, famous for producing top Lomazzo – Verona – Venice quality wines. Arrive at Dijon and enjoy a panoramic tour of After breakfast continue onwards to Verona for a short stop to see the city, taking in sights such as Notre Dame, the Place de la Juliet’s Balcony, inspired by the Shakespearean tale of Romeo and Liberation, and Cathedral to name a few. Continue to the Juliet, and continue to the Venice area for the night. famous Fromagerie Gaugry, where you’ll enjoy a wine and Overnight: Hotel Villa Stucky, Mogliano Veneto cheese tour and discover why their quality products are Meals included: Breakfast among the best in the world. Overnight: Hotel ibis Dijon Sud, Dijon Meals included: Breakfast nrmatravel.com.au Page 2 Taste of Europe 1300 292 803 The itinerary Day 8 Day 11 Venice walking tour Siena – Rome – Cruise Enjoy a full day in Venice, beginning with a walking tour along Enjoy the morning at leisure in this beautiful Tuscan town and to the canals. Explore the cobbled laneways and grand squares take the opportunity to see Piazza del Campo, the Duomo, and you’ll soon understand why this city is considered among Palazzo Publico and Torre del Mangia, before meeting back at the the most romantic in the world. See famous sights including the hotel to head to Rome’s Civitavecchia Port for your MSC cruise. Rialto bridge, Doge’s Palace, and St Mark’s Clocktower, and take a Overnight: MSC Cruises – ‘MSC Fantasia’ ship vaporetto (waterbus) down the Grand Canal. Meals included: Breakfast, lunch and dinner Overnight: Hotel Villa Stucky, Mogliano Veneto Meals included: Breakfast Day 12 La Spezia, Cinque Terre Day 9 La Spezia sits at the head of the majestic Gulf of La Spezia, an Venice – Florence walking tour impressive area of islands and rough headlands. A major naval Departing Venice, drive to the picturesque Tuscany region with its and shipbuilding centre, it has a fine art gallery, the Museo artistic heritage, and stand-out cities. Enjoy a short walking tour Amedeo Lia with probably the finest collection of medieval and in Florence, viewing the Ponte Vecchio, Piazza del Duomo, and Renaissance art. more. Enjoy the remainder of the day at your leisure. Overnight: MSC Cruises – ‘MSC Fantasia’ ship Overnight: B&B Hotel Firenze Novoli, Florence area Meals included: Breakfast, lunch and dinner Meals included: Breakfast Day 13 Day 10 Genoa, Italy Florence – Siena Genoa is marvellously eclectic and vibrant - a great cruise In the late morning, drive to the hilltop town of Siena, a excursion. The city was nicknamed la Superba, ‘the proud magnificent city of art with charming laneways, towers, artisan one’, thanks to its glorious past and impressive architectural shops and buildings. Spend the afternoon exploring this medieval landmarks town, before enjoying a group dinner at a traditional Ristorante- Overnight: MSC Cruises – ‘MSC Fantasia’ ship Pizzeria Malborghetto. Meals included: Breakfast, lunch and dinner Overnight: Hotel Moderno, Siena Meals included: Breakfast and dinner nrmatravel.com.au Page 3 Taste of Europe 1300 292 803 The itinerary Day 14 The heart of the old town – a cluster of ancient streets spreading Cannes, France north and south of place Foch, which opens out to the seafront by Cannes is the symbol of the French Riviera. With its immaculate the port and the marina – holds the most interest. seafront hotels and exclusive beach concessions, glamorous Overnight: MSC Cruises – ‘MSC Fantasia’ ship yachts and designer boutiques, Cannes is in many ways the Meals included: Breakfast, lunch and dinner definitive Riviera resort. Overnight: MSC Cruises – ‘MSC Fantasia’ ship Day 18 Meals included: Breakfast, lunch and dinner Civitavecchia Port – Rome walking tour The cruise ends this morning, docking back in Civitavecchia. A Day 15 tour representative displaying an NRMA sign will be waiting for Palma de Mallorca, Spain you at the port to drive you to Rome. Palma is a vibrant coastal city, a world away from the heaving This afternoon enjoy a walking tour of Rome, the Eternal City. tourist enclaves of the surrounding bay. The obvious landmark Heading to Rome’s centre, pass the Santa Maria del Popolo to see in Palma is the Cathedral, which dominates the Church and hear tales of how the Emperor Nero was buried near Mediterranean Sea waterfront and backs onto the oldest part of this church. Continue to the Spanish Steps, which lead elegantly the city, a cluster of alleys and narrow lanes whose northern and down from the church of Trinita dei Monti, before taking a break eastern limits are marked by the zigzag of avenues built beside – by the Trevi Fountain. Continue with a stroll through Piazza or in place of – the city walls. Colonna, a stylish square considered by the ancient Romans Overnight: MSC Cruises – ‘MSC Fantasia’ ship as the centre of the city. Then, enjoy a photo opportunity at Meals included: Breakfast, lunch and dinner the world-famous Colosseum and Pantheon, a unique historic temple with sleek marble columns. Follow your guide through Day 16 bustling Piazza Navona, typified by its ornate fountains, Baroque Barcelona, Spain architecture and lively sidewalk cafés. A cruise excursion to Barcelona city centre (not included) will take Overnight: Holiday Inn Express San Giovanni, Rome you to discover its world-class art museums and its fashionable Meals included: Breakfast designer restaurants, bars, galleries and shops. And in Antoni Gaudí’s extraordinary church of the Sagrada Família and the Day 19 world-famous boulevard that is the Ramblas. Rome – Australia Overnight: MSC Cruises – ‘MSC Fantasia’ ship Today you’ll head to the airport for your flight back to Australia Meals included: Breakfast, lunch and dinner Meals included: Breakfast and in-flight Day 17 Day 20 Ajaccio, France Arrive in Australia Ajaccio is a relaxed destination with an exceptionally mild Please note some flights may arrive +1 day later. climate, and a wealth of smart cafés, restaurants and shops. nrmatravel.com.au Page 4 Taste of Europe 1300 292 803 Tour inclusions Highlights Cruise • Discover the best of France, Italy, Spain and Switzerland • 7 night MSC Cruise through the West Mediterranean • Explore Paris, Dijon, Lucerne, Lake Como, Verona, Venice, • Sail aboard the spectacular ‘MSC Fantasia’ ship Florence and Siena • Dock in La Spezia, Genoa, Cannes, Palma de Mallorca, Dining Barcelona and Ajaccio • Enjoy