Europe2015 - 2016 Guided by Travel
europe2015 - 2016 guided by travel
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Welcome to Collette’s 2015 -16 Europe brochure.
Imagine, in just a few hours, you could be learning to make paella from a chef in Barcelona, meeting a farmer at his home in Ireland, or exploring the grounds of a Tuscan villa in Italy. All of these European travel moments — the ones you’ve been dreaming about for as long as you can remember—are possible with Collette.
There’s no need to wait any longer. The most amazing sights, landscapes, and cuisine in the world are ready to be discovered.
All you need to do is enjoy every moment.
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Europe Intro_CAD.indd 2 7/17/14 11:24 AM table of contents Spain’s Costa del Sol Welcome 2, 3 and the Portuguese Riviera - 13 days 92, 93 Experience the Most of Europe 4, 5 new Northern Spain: Getting the Most Out of Your Journey 6, 7 Landmarks, Culture & Cuisine - 13 days 94, 95 Personalize Your Trip & gocollette.com 8, 9 new Spotlight on Barcelona - 8 days 96, 97 new Spotlight on Madrid - 8 days 98, 99 Ireland & the United Kingdom Sunny Portugal - 10 days 100, 101 Shades of Ireland - 10 days 10, 11 Portugal & Its Islands - 13 days 102, 103 Shades of Ireland w/Northern Ireland - 13 days 12, 13 Portugal’s Gardens - 10 days 104, 105 Elegant Ireland - 10 days 14, 15 new Portugal’s Douro River Cruise Countryside of the Emerald Isle - 11 days 16, 17 & Santiago de Compostela - 13 days 106, 107 Spirit of the Emerald Isle - 12 days 18, 19 new Irish Splendour - 8 days 20, 21 Austria, Germany & Switzerland new Spotlight on Dublin - 7 days 22, 23 Alpine Lakes & Scenic Trains - 10 days 108, 109 Shades of Ireland Family Discovery - 9 days 24, 25 Discover Switzerland, Austria & Bavaria - 10 days 110, 111 Exploring Britain & Ireland - 15 days 26, 27 Exploring the Alpine Countries - 13 days 112, 113 The Gardens of London - 8 days 28, 29 The Beauty of Britain - 9 days 30, 31 Netherlands British Landscapes - 10 days 32, 33 Netherlands, Belgium & Paris - 11 days 114, 115 Exploring Scotland & Ireland - 12 days 34, 35 Discover Scotland - 10 days 36, 37 Central & Eastern Europe England’s Treasures - 10 days 38, 39 Discover Croatia - 12 days 116, 117 London & Paris - 8 days 40, 41 Discovering Poland - 12 days 118, 119 London & Paris Family Adventure - 8 days 42, 43 Imperial Cities - 11 days 120, 121 new Spotlight on London - 7 days 44, 45 Magnificent Cities of Central & Eastern Europe - 14 days 122, 123 France new Spotlight on Paris - 7 days 46, 47 River Cruises & Holiday France Magnifique - 12 days 48, 49 Legendary Waterways of Europe - 16 days 124, 125 Gardens of the Loire - 8 days 50, 51 new Springtime Tulip River Cruise - 9 days 126, 127 Treasures of France - 10 days 52, 53 new Classic Danube - 11 days 128, 129 Spotlight on the French Riviera - 8 days 54, 55 Rhine River Cruise - 9 days 130, 131 Christmas on the Danube - 9 days 132, 133 Italy Classic Christmas Markets - 9 days 134, 135 Italian Vistas - 13 days 56, 57 Heart of Russia - 13 days 136, 137 Reflections of Italy - 10 days 58, 59 Italy Family Discovery - 9 days 60, 61 Iceland & Scandinavian Countries Italy’s Treasures - 12 days 62, 63 Cruising the Best of Scandinavia - 13 days 138, 139 Tuscan & Umbrian Countryside - 11 days 64, 65 new Spectacular Scandinavia - 14 days 140, 141 new Discover Tuscany - 10 days 66, 67 Inspiring Iceland - 9 days 142, 143 new Spotlight on Florence - 7 days 68, 69 new Spotlight on Rome - 7 days 70, 71 Eastern Mediteranean new Spotlight on Venice in Winter - 7 days 72, 73 Italian Lakes, Greek Islands & Venice - 13 days 144, 145 Tuscany & the Italian Riviera - 8 days 74, 75 Exploring Greece and Its Islands - 15 days 146, 147 Gardens & Villas of the Italian Lakes - 10 days 76, 77 Israel: A Journey to the Holy Land - 10 days 148, 149 Eternal Gardens of Rome - 7 days 78, 79 new Treasures of the Nile - 11 days 150, 151 Rome & the Amalfi Coast - 10 days 80, 81 new Bella Italia - 9 days 82, 83 Europe extensions 152, 153 Southern Italy & Sicily - 12 days 84, 85 Splendid Sicilia - 10 days 86, 87 Other Questions & Answers 154, 155 Spain & Portugal Air Information 156 Spain’s Classics - 11 days 88, 89 Reservation Information 157 - 159 Spain’s Classics and Portugal - 14 days 90, 91
Family tours bring travellers of all ages together Spotlights tours illuminate the world’s most Explorations tours reward travellers with new f to experience the world’s greatest destinations. remarkable destinations. During a relaxed, single perspectives. With just 12-24 passengers, Wherever you decide to go, our affordable rates hotel stay, immerse yourself in the fanfare of a these are the personal adventures that today’s 3 and engaging itineraries make the most of grand city or unwind in the timeless countryside. cultural explorers dream of. every moment.
Europe Intro_CAD.indd 3 7/17/14 11:24 AM experience Europe’s most sensational sights, sounds, and sumptuous creations . . .
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Europe Intro_CAD.indd 4 7/17/14 11:24 AM the most colourful landscapes Heaven on Earth, found in Europe: the endless rolling green hills of Ireland; the clear blue waters of the Amalfi Coast; the snowcapped peaks of Switzerland. It’s as if you have stepped into another world.
the most flavourful cuisine
In Italy, savour homemade pastas and wonderful wines. In Portugal, experience the most vibrant seafood dishes in the world. In Germany, indulge in gingerbread and streusel from sidewalk bakeries. Your taste buds will never be the same.
the most legendary icons
The romance of the Eiffel Tower. Magical Stonehenge. The passionate flamenco dancers of Spain. The curious Leaning Tower of Pisa. The guards of Buckingham Palace. See all of the famous sights you have dreamed about, up close and personal.
the most enchanting architecture This is where myths and fairy tales come to life. Imagine grand gladiator battles in Rome’s Colosseum, and explore Louis XIV’s Palace of Versailles. From imposing Greek temples to Parc Guell in Barcelona, beauty is everywhere. 55
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Our expertly trained Tour Managers are with you every step of your journey — leading you from place to place, sharing their knowledge, and communicating with the locals. It’s like travelling with a trusted (and very well-travelled) friend.
relax in the hotels of europe
Our tour designers travel the world, finding the hotels that best fit the destination and your itinerary. There’s no need for research or planning — everything is arranged and reserved the moment you choose your tour.
private, carefree, and comfortable transportation
Going guided with Collette means you travel through Europe with highly experienced professionals. You simply relax and enjoy — no maps, no GPS, no navigating a foreign country. The only thing you need to do is take in the beauty of Europe.
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many ways to see europe Among Collette’s collection of European tours you will find distinct ways to travel. With Collette Explorations, you’ll travel in small groups; with Collette Family, you’ll explore the world with the young ones in your life; and with our new Collette Spotlights, you’ll enjoy a single-hotel stay in destinations like London, Paris, and Rome. No matter which you choose, the best of Europe awaits.
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Europe Intro_CAD.indd 7 7/17/14 11:29 AM explore more iconic locations With Collette’s tour extensions, make your see europe European adventure even more special. After leaving the French Riviera, travel to romantic Paris. Explore mainland Portugal, your way then add four nights on the island of Madeira. Follow up the English countryside with three nights in royal London. Read more on page 152-153.
we’ll take you to the airport
Want to learn more? Embark on a visual journey to some of our most popular destinations through breathtaking imagery and inspiring videos. Explore the wonder of Europe before you make your reservation. visit gocollette.com
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Europe Intro_CAD.indd 8 7/17/14 11:29 AM protect your trip with travel protection Our industry-leading travel protection plan allows you to cancel your tour for any reason right up to the day prior to departure and receive a full refund. You can reserve your tour with complete peace of mind. See page 157.
we’ll take you to the airport With all air-inclusive tours, we’ll pick you up at home and bring you right to the airport. Thanks to roundtrip sedan service, there’s no more worrying about traffic or finding a ride. The fun starts the moment you walk out of your door. See page 155.
new fly in style with elite traveller air Collette’s Elite Traveller airfare allows you to get to Europe in ultimate comfort and convenience. Treat yourself to a wealth of amenities that come with a business, visit premium economy, or first-class ticket. gocollette.com Land rested, refreshed, and ready for Europe’s wonders. See page 156. 9
Europe Intro_CAD.indd 9 7/17/14 11:35 AM Shades of Ireland Cliffs of Moher
Highlights: Dublin • Irish Evening • Kilkenny • Waterford Crystal • Blarney Castle • Jaunting Car Ride • Ring of Kerry • Killarney • Farm Visit • Limerick • Cliffs of Moher • Galway • Castle Stay
Day 1: Overnight Flight Travel to the Day 4: Dublin - Kilkenny - Waterford explore the perfectly restored rooms of this magical Emerald Isle. Soak in the Travel to Kilkenny to explore the medieval magnificent mansion or stroll in the lush landscapes of rolling hills and feel the atmosphere of this city situated on the gardens, spectacularly adorned with warmth of an Irish welcome. Visit Dublin, banks of the River Nore. Then, arrive in the blooms. (B, D) Waterford, Killarney, and Limerick as this historic city of Waterford and visit the House Day 6: Killarney - Ring of Kerry - comprehensive tour introduces Ireland’s of Waterford Crystal. Enjoy a fascinating Killarney Travel along one of the most natural beauty, rich history, and most factory tour and browse the retail store beautiful coastal routes in the world, the importantly, its hospitable culture. housing the largest collection of Waterford Ring of Kerry. At the Gap of Dunloe, shop for Crystal in the world. Complete your day with Day 2: Dublin, Ireland - Tour Begins traditional Irish goods handcrafted by local a leisurely paced walking tour of this unique Open your tour in Dublin. Tonight, join your artisans. Enjoy pristine ocean scenery as city. (B, D) fellow travellers for some traditional you move through picturesque villages. entertainment during a fun-filled Irish Day 5: Waterford - Blarney Stone - Continue on as you traverse rugged evening. (D) Killarney Today, journey to historic mountain passes into “Ladies View.” From Blarney Castle and embrace the opportunity this spectacular vantage point, one of Day 3: Dublin Become familiar with the to kiss the famous Blarney Stone. Legend Ireland’s finest, gaze upon the Lakes of “Fair City” of Dublin during a tour highlighting has it that those who kiss the stone are Killarney. Tonight, use your leisure time to the top sights! Visit St. Patrick’s Cathedral, bestowed with the gift of eloquence. In sample a true taste of Irish culture. (B) O’Connell Street, Grafton Street and Killarney you will be treated to a time- Phoenix Park, and see the city’s trademark Day 7: Killarney - Limerick Today, honoured Irish jaunting car ride (weather – magnificent rows of stately Georgian town experience the customs and daily life of a permitting). A tour of the beautiful Muckross homes. Enjoy the freedom to spend your traditional Irish family during a memorable House and Gardens offers a glimpse into the afternoon relaxing or set out on a personal visit to the Molanna Dairy Farm. Continue to elegant lifestyle of the Victorian gentry. adventure to discover the cultural offerings Limerick where a panoramic city tour Imagine what their days were like as you of delightful Dublin on your own. (B) showcases King John’s Castle and the
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Shades of Ireland TS68 2015.indd 2 7/15/14 1:37 PM Shades of Ireland 10 Days from $2219
What’s Included • 13 Meals • Sedan service & airport transfers when you purchase our air. See page 155 for details. Travel Dates February - April 2015 Double February 24 $1899 March 1, 3 $1899 March 8, 9, 10, 15, 16, 17, 22, 23, 24 $1949 March 11, 13 $2049 April 6, 7, 12, 13, 14, 19, 20, 21 $1999 April 9, 16 $2099 April 26, 27, 28 $2049 Itinerary featured is for May 2015 - April 2016 tour departures. Departures prior to this date will vary. Please confirm at time of reservation. May 2015 - April 2016 Double May 2, 5, 9, 12, 16, 19, 23, 26, 3 $2499 June 2, 6, 9, 13, 16, 20, 27 $2499 July 14, 18, 25 $2499 Cabra Castle Cabra Ring of Kerry August 15, 22, 29, 31 $2499 Summer Palace September 1, 5, 7, 8, 9, 12, 14, 15, 16 $2499 September 19, 21, 22, 23, 26, 28, 29 $2499 September 30 $2439 October 3, 5, 6, 7, 10, 12 $2439 October 13, 14, 17, 19, 20, 21 $2439 October 24, 26, 27, 31 $2389 November 2, 3, 7, 9, 10 $2329 February 23 $2219 February 29 $2279 March 1, 5, 7, 8 $2279 March 9, 12, 14, 15, 16, 19, 22, 26, 29 $2329 April 2, 4, 5, 6, 9, 11, 12, 16, 18, 19 $2389 April 23, 25, 26, 27 $2439 Treaty Stone. Delve into the fascinating Day 9: Limerick - Tullamore/ Single Room Supplement (+) $400 - $550 history of the “city of the violated treaty.” Kilbeggan - Kingscourt Start your day Triple Room Reduction (-) $30 (B) with a cross-country journey to Irish Whiskey territory. The ancient towns of Rates are land only, per person and in Canadian dollars. Day 8: Limerick - Cliffs of Moher Call about additional dates. - Galway - Limerick An exciting day Tullamore and Kilbeggan have long been awaits. Journey to the stunning, 700-foot- associated with the whiskey industry. Accommodations high Cliffs of Moher for awe-inspiring views Become engaged in the process of • Dublin, 2 nights of the mighty Atlantic. Then, travel through whiskey making and enjoy a tasting of the Trinity Capital Hotel or Ashling Hotel the vast limestone landscape of the final product during a visit to one of these Burren, known for its stark beauty and historic distilleries. Top your day off with an • Waterford, 1 night Neolithic tombs. Continue past scenic overnight stay on the regal grounds of Granville Hotel countryside into Galway, where a brief city Cabra Castle, where you toast the end of • Killarney, 2 nights a fabulous trip during your farewell dinner. tour introduces “The City of Tribes.” Killarney Avenue, Killarney Towers, Tonight, experience the best in local (B, D) or Killarney Plaza Hotel cuisine at one of Limerick’s top Day 10: Kingscourt - Tour Ends Your • Limerick, 2 nights restaurants. (B, D) tour ends in Kingscourt. (B) Absolute Hotel, George Hotel, or Strand Hotel • Kingscourt, 1 night Cabra Castle or similar On some dates alternate hotels may be used. This trip requires a passport Pre/Post-night stay Return flights should not be booked prior to 9:00 a.m. Day 10 may require an early morning departure from the hotel, depending upon time of Start your tour rested with a pre-night stay departure flights. Air passengers will arrive and depart from Dublin airport. All transfers will arrive into and depart from Dublin airport. in Dublin. Relax after your tour with an extra night in Kingscourt; call for details. See page 155 Visit www.gocollette.com to learn more about on-tour options. 11
Shades of Ireland TS68 2015.indd 3 7/15/14 1:37 PM Shades of Ireland featuring Northern Ireland Muckross House Muckross
Highlights: Dublin • Irish Evening • Kilkenny • Waterford Crystal • Blarney Castle • Jaunting Car Ride Killarney • Ring of Kerry • Farm Visit • Limerick • Cliffs of Moher • Galway • Donegal Town • Lough Eske Castle • Derry • Giant’s Causeway • Glens of Antrim • Belfast • Two Castle Stays
Day 1: Overnight Flight Travel to Day 4: Dublin - Kilkenny - Waterford restored rooms of this magnificent mansion the magical Emerald Isle. Soak in the Travel to Kilkenny to explore the medieval or stroll in the lush gardens, spectacularly landscapes of rolling hills and feel the atmosphere of this city situated on the adorned with blooms. (B, D) warmth of an Irish welcome. Visit Dublin, banks of the River Nore. Then, arrive in the Day 6: Killarney - Ring of Kerry - Waterford, Killarney and Limerick as this historic city of Waterford and visit the House Killarney Travel along one of the most comprehensive tour introduces Ireland’s of Waterford Crystal. Enjoy a fascinating beautiful coastal routes in the world, the natural beauty, rich history and most factory tour and browse the retail store Ring of Kerry. At the Gap of Dunloe, shop for importantly, its hospitable culture. housing the largest collection of Waterford traditional Irish goods handcrafted by local Day 2: Dublin, Ireland - Tour Begins Crystal in the world. Complete your day with artisans. Enjoy pristine ocean scenery as you a leisurely paced walking tour of this unique Open your tour in Dublin. Tonight, join move through picturesque villages. Continue city. (B, D) your fellow travellers for some traditional on as you traverse rugged mountain passes entertainment during a fun-filled Irish Day 5: Waterford - Blarney Stone into “Ladies View.” From this spectacular evening. (D) - Killarney Today, journey to historic vantage point, one of Ireland’s finest, gaze Blarney Castle and embrace the opportunity upon the Lakes of Killarney. Tonight, use Day 3: Dublin Become familiar with the to kiss the famous Blarney Stone. Legend your leisure time to sample a true taste of “Fair City” of Dublin during a tour highlighting has it that those who kiss the stone are Irish culture. (B) the top sights. Visit St. Patrick’s Cathedral, bestowed with the gift of eloquence. In O’Connell Street, Grafton Street, and Day 7: Killarney - Limerick - Ennis Killarney you will be treated to a time- Phoenix Park, and see the city’s trademark Today, experience the customs and daily honoured Irish jaunting car ride. A tour of – magnificent rows of stately Georgian town life of a traditional Irish family during a the beautiful Muckross House and Gardens homes. Enjoy the freedom to spend your memorable visit to the Molanna Dairy Farm. offers a glimpse into the elegant lifestyle afternoon relaxing or set out on a personal Continue to Limerick where a panoramic of the Victorian gentry. Imagine what their adventure to discover the cultural offerings city tour showcases King John’s Castle and days were like as you explore the perfectly of delightful Dublin on your own. (B) the Treaty Stone. Delve into the fascinating
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Shades of Ireland w_Northern Ireland TS68 2015.indd 2 7/15/14 1:39 PM Shades of Ireland featuring Northern Ireland 13 Days from $2719
What’s Included • 17 Meals • Sedan service & airport transfers when you purchase our air. See page 155 for details. Travel Dates March - April 2015 Double March 10, 17 $2449 March 13 $2549 April 7, 10, 14, 21 $2549 Itinerary featured is for May 2015 - April 2016 tour departures. Departures prior to this date will vary. Please confirm at time of reservation. May 2015 - April 2016 Double April 30 $3099 May 7, 14, 21, 28 $3099 June 4, 11, 18, 25 $3099 July 2, 9, 16, 23 $3099 history of the “city of the violated treaty.” through Malin village, you arrive at Malin August 6, 13, 27 $3099 (B) Head, Ireland’s northernmost point with September 3, 10, 17, 20, 24 $3099 October 1, 8, 15 $2989 Day 8: Ennis - Cliffs of Moher its beautiful panoramic view of the North Atlantic Ocean. Return to Derry via the October 22 $2939
- Galway - Lough Eske Castle, Summer Palace Slieve Snaght hills. (B) October 29 $2879 Donegal An exciting day awaits. March 3, 10 $2719 Journey to the stunning 700-foot-high Day 11: Derry - Giant’s Causeway March 31 $2879 Cliffs of Moher for awe-inspiring views of - Glens of Antrim - Belfast See the April 7, 14 $2879 the mighty Atlantic and the Aran Islands. most famous natural site in Northern April 21, 28 $2989 Stand tall as the ocean winds blow in Ireland as you visit the magnificent Giant’s Single Room Supplement (+) $400 - $610 from half a world away. Then, travel Causeway. Formed by volcanic activity Triple Room Reduction (-) $30 through the vast limestone landscape of millions of years ago, the causeway Rates are land only, per person and in Canadian dollars. the Burren, known for its stark beauty resembles a cobbled road leading into Call about additional dates. and Neolithic tombs. Continue to Galway, the sea. Then, lose yourself in the natural where a brief city tour introduces “The City beauty of Northern Ireland as you explore Purchase air of Tribes.” Your day ends at Lough Eske the scenic back roads of the Antrim Glens. as part of your transportation package. Castle, a stunning castle hotel located on (B) See page 156 for details. a secluded lakeside estate just outside Day 12: Belfast - Kingscourt, Donegal Town. (B, D) Accommodations Ireland Get ready for a guided tour of • Dublin, 2 nights Day 9: Donegal - Donegal Town Belfast, the capital of Northern Ireland. Maldron Cardiff Lane - Derry, Northern Ireland Enjoy Hear of the struggles in this great city’s a leisurely morning on the Lough Eske history as you pass through the different • Waterford, 1 night Castle’s regal grounds. Next, take in the neighbourhoods. See “Samson” and Granville Hotel rugged, natural beauty of County Donegal. “Goliath,” the cranes that built the Titanic, • Killarney, 2 nights Stop in Donegal Town and stroll the town before touring the Titanic Experience, Killarney Avenue or Killarney Plaza Hotel square, enjoying its quaint craft and Northern Ireland’s most visited attraction. • Ennis, 1 night woolen shops. Then, it is on to the city Next you’re off to Kingscourt as you cross Old Ground Hotel of Derry, famous for its turbulent political back into the Republic of Ireland. Top history. (B, D) your day off with an overnight stay on the • Donegal, 1 night Lough Eske Castle Day 10: Derry - Inishowen Peninsula regal grounds of Cabra Castle where you toast the end of a fabulous trip during your • Derry, 2 nights - Derry This morning, a local guide leads farewell dinner. (B, D) City Hotel or Tower Hotel you on a walk through the old city. The tour features the medieval city walls, St. Day 13: Kingscourt - Tour Ends • Belfast, 1 night Augustine’s Cathedral and the Guildhall. Your tour ends in Kingscourt. (B) Europa Hotel Later, enjoy an excursion to the Inishowen • Kingscourt, 1 night Peninsula and Malin Head. Passing Cabra Castle or similar On some dates alternate hotels may be used. This trip requires a passport On day 13, due to flight schedules, you may require an early morning departure from your hotel. Return flights should not be booked prior to Pre/Post-night stay 9:00 a.m. Air passengers will arrive into and depart from Dublin airport. Start your tour rested with a pre-night stay in Dublin. Relax after your tour with an See page 155 Visit www.gocollette.com to learn more about on-tour options. extra night in Kingscourt; call for details. 13
Shades of Ireland w_Northern Ireland TS68 2015.indd 3 7/15/14 1:39 PM Elegant Ireland Castlemartyr Resort
Highlights: Dublin • Irish Night • Kilkenny • Jerpoint Farmhouse Lunch • Castlemartyr Resort • Blarney • Killarney • Ring of Kerry • Adare • Limerick • Cliffs of Moher • Dromoland Castle • Galway • Whiskey Distillery
Day 1: Overnight Flight Days of yore vibrancy and charm to Dublin’s aesthetic Day 5: Castlemartyr - Cobh - Blarney and Old World elegance sparkle as you palette. With the remainder of your day at - Killarney With a leisurely morning at explore the Emerald Isle. Stay in some of leisure, unwind near your hotel or continue Castlemartyr, there are endless possibilities. Ireland’s most luxurious estates, interact to discover Dublin’s countless cultural Indulge in a spa treatment, cycle, or walk with its charming locals, and take in the offerings. As always, your tour manager is a little of the estate’s 220 stunning acres! inspiring beauty that has made Ireland a on hand to make suggestions so that you Later, a short drive brings you to the historic timeless destination. can make the most of your time. (B) port of Cobh where we tour the Cobh Day 2: Dublin, Ireland - Tour Begins Day 4: Dublin - Kilkenny - Farmhouse Heritage Center. Come to know the personal stories behind the millions of Irish emigrants There is no better place to begin your Lunch - Castlemartyr Leave Ireland’s who have carried their vibrant culture around journey than Ireland’s dynamic capital city. gorgeous capital behind to visit the country’s the globe. Stop at the historic Blarney Castle Arriving in Dublin, discover a city brimming medieval capital – Kilkenny. Meander its and embrace the opportunity to kiss the with history and warmth. Complete your day historic streets and soak up the unique Blarney Stone. Legend has it that those who at a rollicking “Irish Night” complete with sights of the city built on both banks of kiss the stone are bestowed with the gift of traditional entertainment. (D) the River Nore. Travel to the abandoned medieval town of Jerpoint where an Irish eloquence. Arrive in Killarney, your home for Day 3: Dublin Set off today to truly family, now living on the historic grounds, the next two nights. (B, D) embrace Dublin – the “Fair City” – on a welcomes you to their farmhouse for a comprehensive sightseeing tour. See St. Day 6: Killarney - Ring of Kerry - traditional lunch! Later, rejuvenate with Today, travel along one of the Patrick’s Cathedral, O’Connell Street, Killarney a relaxing evening in the country at the most beautiful coastal routes in the world Grafton Street, and the historic Phoenix Castlemartyr Resort. This grand manor – the Ring of Kerry. This world-famous trail Park – originally established as a Royal deer house, which once belonged to Sir Walter is part of an unspoiled region of Ireland that park in the 17th century. View the city’s Raleigh, is like something out of an ancient boasts beautiful beaches, plunging cliffs magnificent rows of elegant Georgian town tale. You will even find dramatic 800-year-old and miles of brilliant greenery for which homes which boast colourful doors that lend castle ruins on the grounds. (B, L, D) the Emerald Isle is known. At the Gap of
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Elegant Ireland TS494 2015.indd 2 7/16/14 2:03 PM Elegant Ireland 10 Days from $3099
What’s Included • 14 Meals • S edan service & airport transfers when you purchase our air. See page 155 for details.
Travel Dates March - April 2015 Double March 10, 17 $2749 April 7, 21 $2949
Itinerary featured is for May 2015 - April 2016 tour departures. Departures prior to this date will vary. Please confirm at time of reservation. May 2015 - April 2016 Double May 7, 14 $3539 June 18 $3539 July 16 $3539 August 13 $3539 gorgeous countryside, arrive at stately September 10, 23 $3539 Dromoland Castle. Settle into the fairy- September 25 $3429 Castles & Country Estates tale setting. This evening, attend a formal October 1 $3319 Discover the brilliant country estates that dinner in the castle. (B, D) October 8 $3269 make the Irish landscape so magical. Day 8: Dromoland Castle Spend the October 22 $3209 March 17 $3099 Enjoy stays in some of Ireland’s finest five- entire day at leisure at Dromoland Castle. March 31 $3209 star castles and country manor houses. Live the life of a royal as you enjoy the April 14 $3209 Each stop feels like you are entering amenities available on the splendid another fairy tale. Relax as Elegant Ireland grounds. You will also have the chance Single Room Supplement (+) $650 - $1380 allows you to indulge in the Old-World to explore Ireland’s wild western coast, charm of these luxury accommodations. known for its breathtaking coastline Rates are land only, per person and in Canadian dollars. and scenery. Visit a Gaeltacht (an Irish Call about additional dates. speaking region) and immerse yourself in the lore and legend of Connemara. Learn Dunloe, shop for traditional Irish goods about the history of the Irish language Purchase air and music and explore the country’s as part of your transportation package. handcrafted by local artisans. Make your See page 156 for details. way through picturesque villages and famous peat bogs. This day is yours to traverse rugged mountain passes into spend however you would like. (B) “Ladies View” to gaze upon the Lakes of Day 9: Dromoland Castle - Galway Killarney. (B) - Dublin Area En route to the Dublin Accommodations Day 7: Killarney - Adare - Limerick - area we make a brief stop in Galway, • Dublin, 2 nights Cliffs of Moher - Dromoland Castle the ancient “City of Tribes.” Next, travel The Marker Hotel or Four Seasons Hotel Travel to Adare and discover why they cross-country into Irish Whiskey territory call it “Ireland’s prettiest village.” A city and visit the ancient town of Kilbeggan. • Cork, 1 night tour of Limerick showcases King John’s Here, delve into the whiskey making Castlemartyr Resort process and enjoy a tasting of the final Castle and the Treaty Stone. Learn the • Killarney, 2 nights product during a historic distillery visit. fascinating history of the “City of the The Dunloe Hotel or The Europe Violated Treaty.” Then, journey to the Tonight, join your fellow travellers for an stunning 700-foot-high Cliffs of Moher for elegant private farewell dinner as you • County Clare, 2 nights awe-inspiring views of the mighty Atlantic toast the end of an unforgettable trip. Dromoland Castle and the Aran Islands. Travel through the (B, D) • Dublin area, 1 night vast limestone landscape of the Burren, Day 10: Dublin Area - Tour Ends Nuremore Hotel and Country Club known for its stark beauty and Neolithic Your journey ends in Dublin today. (B) On some dates alternate hotels may be used. tombs. As you are whisked through Pre-night stay This trip requires a passport Start your tour rested with a pre-night stay Triple rooms are not available. Air passengers will arrive and depart from Dublin airport. All transfers will arrive into and depart from Dublin in Dublin; call for details. airport. See page 155 Visit www.gocollette.com to learn more about on-tour options. 15
Elegant Ireland TS494 2015.indd 3 7/16/14 2:03 PM Countryside of the Emerald Isle Ring of Kerry Sheep
Highlights: Dublin • Brazen Head Pub • Distillery Tour • Kinsale • Diner’s Choice • Cobh Heritage Centre • West Cork • Bantry House • Kenmare • Killarney • Ring of Kerry • Farmhouse Stay • Kilkenny • Belfast • Titanic Experience • Castle Stay
Day 1: Overnight Flight Set out for the Lismore Castle. Explore Old Midleton Day 6: Kinsale - Bantry - Kenmare - rolling hills, warm people and rollicking fun of Distillery, home of Jameson’s Irish Whiskey. Killarney Embark upon a beautiful drive the Emerald Isle. Give it a go with a tasting of the distillery’s along West Cork’s Wild Atlantic Way, one of Day 2: Dublin, Ireland - Tour Begins production. Arrive in the quaint coastal the world’s most stunning coastal routes. Discover the elegance and deep history of village of Kinsale. This evening, it’s Diner’s Take in the atmosphere of the quaint seaside Dublin. Tonight, meet your fellow travellers Choice...tonight your dinner is included and villages of Tiimoleage and Skibbereen before for a welcome dinner at the Brazen Head, you’ll choose the perfect spot from a “menu” arriving at the regal Bantry House. During one of Ireland’s oldest pubs. (D) of Kinsale’s great restaurants. (B, D) a tour of the home and gardens, uncover centuries of history and be awed by the Come to know Dublin Day 5: Kinsale - Cork - Cobh - Kinsale Day 3: Dublin inspiring grandeur of this place. Next, we during a city tour that takes you through Begin your day with a visit to the bustling travel to County Kerry and the resort town the history of this ancient settlement. You city of Cork. From here, travel via local train of Kenmare. Enjoy free time to explore its will discover Phoenix Park, Grafton Street, to the small coastal town of Cobh. Reflect many local boutiques and cafés. Continue O’Connell Street, St. Patrick’s Cathedral and upon the site where the Titanic last dropped to Killarney and top off your day with dinner Dublin’s signature Georgian townhomes. anchor before its fateful voyage. Take a “on the town” at one of Killarney’s best Spend the remainder of your day relaxing or walk through history at the Cobh Heritage restaurants. Enjoy a cooking demonstration set out to explore more of charming Dublin Centre, chronicling how millions of Irish left that will bring to life the secrets of the town’s on your own. (B) their native land forever. Then, returning to Kinsale, discover the fascinating history of legendary farm-to-table recipes. (B, D) Day 4: Dublin - Midleton - Kinsale the village when you join a local guide for a Day 7: Killarney - Ring of Kerry - Leave Dublin behind for the country roads walking tour. Complete your day with time Killarney Drive across Moll’s Gap into of Ireland. Stop for photos at the impressive at leisure to browse the many galleries and Killarney National Park. Take in awe-inspiring Rock of Cashel, where St. Patrick preached. small shops of the town, and to learn why views of the Lakes of Killarney and be Drive the famous “Vee” road across the the town is considered the gourmet capital amazed by the famed Ladies View. At the mountains to Lismore, home to mighty of Ireland. (B) Gap of Dunloe you will have time to browse
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Countryside of the Emerald Isle TS468 2015.indd 2 7/18/14 1:24 PM Countryside of the Emerald Isle 11 Days from $2879
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for traditional Irish goods handcrafted by leave the farmhouse behind. Make a stop local artisans. Traverse the spectacular in the city of Kilkenny, the medieval capital Purchase air Ring of Kerry, one of Europe’s great coastal of Ireland. Stroll through the elegant halls as part of your transportation package. roads, and discover the serene beauty of of the majestic Kilkenny Castle during a See page 156 for details. this magical land. (B) guided tour. Finally, bring your journey Day 8: Killarney - Adare - Bunratty full circle as you return to the Dublin area - Farmhouse Stay Leave the rugged for a relaxing two-night stay at the regal southern coast behind as you travel to Bellingham Castle. You will feel like a royal Accommodations Adare, renowned as “Ireland’s prettiest guest at this historic 17th-century castle • Dublin, 2 nights with only 19 elegant rooms! (B) village.” Next, feel like you have stepped Schoolhouse Hotel back in time at the Bunratty Folk Park Day 10: Castlebellingham - Belfast - & Castle. Gain insight into the way of Castlebellingham Journey to Northern • Kinsale, 2 nights life of the Ireland of yesteryear. Later, Ireland’s capital city of Belfast. Discover the Actons Hotel experience life on an Irish farm as you join history and grandeur of days gone by on a • Killarney, 2 nights your hosts for a stay in an authentic Irish tour with a local guide. Tour the renowned Plaza Hotel farmhouse bed and breakfast. Take in your “Titanic Experience,” the number one • Kilkenny area, 1 night surroundings and get to know the family visitor attraction in Northern Ireland. Return Farmhouse Stay as you enjoy a truly homemade traditional to the magnificent Bellingham Castle for a dinner. (B, D) memorable farewell dinner. (B, D) • Castlebellingham, 2 nights Day 9: Farmhouse Stay - Kilkenny- Day 11: Dublin - Tour Ends (B) Bellingham Castle Bellingham Castle Bid a fond Irish On some dates alternate hotels may be used. farewell to your newfound friends as you
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Countryside of the Emerald Isle TS468 2015.indd 3 7/22/14 8:51 AM Spirit of the Emerald Isle Kinsale
Highlights: Dublin • Irish Night • National Stud • Kinsale • Cobh Heritage Centre • West Cork’s Wild Atlantic Way • Kenmare • Killarney • Castle Stay • Dingle • Cliffs of Moher • Farm Visit • Galway • Westport • Kylemore Abbey • Kilbeggan Distillery
Day 1: Overnight Flight Discover “Sport of Kings” and its long connection Day 6: Kinsale - Bantry - Kenmare - another side of the Emerald Isle. Savour with this land. Stroll through its surprising Killarney - Ballyseede Castle, Tralee Ireland’s natural beauty, rich history and Japanese Gardens, the finest in Europe. Drive along West Cork’s Wild Atlantic Way, hospitable culture on your journey through Next, pause in the center of the country one of the most stunning coastal routes Dublin, Kinsale and Galway. and behold the historic Rock of Cashel. in the world. Take in the beauty of the Later, arrive in the charming town of Kinsale. Day 2: Dublin, Ireland - Tour Begins quaint seaside villages of Tiimoleage and Known for its spectacular restaurants and Skibbereen before arriving at the regal We open the tour in Dublin. Tonight, join art galleries, Kinsale is Ireland’s culinary Bantry House. During a tour of the home your fellow travellers for some traditional capital. Before a delightful dinner, join your and gardens, uncover hundreds of years of entertainment during a fun-filled Irish local guide for a walk through town to learn history. Continue to County Kerry and the evening. (D) about the colourful history of this medieval resort town of Kenmare. Take some time Day 3: Dublin Today, get acquainted with fishing village. Settle into your waterfront to enjoy the town’s many local boutiques Dublin during a sightseeing tour of the “Fair hotel for a two-night stay. (B, D) and cafés. Next, we set out for charming City.” See St. Patrick’s Cathedral, O’Connell Killarney to embark on a traditional jaunting Street, Grafton Street, Phoenix Park and the Day 5: Kinsale - Cobh - Cork - Kinsale Step back in time during a visit to the port of cart ride. Complete your day with an city’s magnificent rows of stately Georgian Cobh and the Cobh Heritage Centre. Learn overnight stay at the regal Ballyseede town homes. The remainder of the day is the personal stories behind the millions of Castle. (B, D) yours to explore the cultural offerings of Irish emigrants who carried their vibrant delightful Dublin on your own. (B) Day 7: Tralee - Dingle - Inn at culture around the globe. Continue on to Dromoland Castle Enjoy a leisurely Day 4: Dublin - Irish National Stud Cork, the second largest city in Ireland. morning before travelling to the scenic - Kinsale Journey into Ireland’s beautiful Discover its famous English Market and Dingle Peninsula. We begin in the historic Curragh region, well-known for Irish horse stroll along the bustling streets. Later, enjoy town of Dingle. Afterwards, have your breeding and training. We make a stop at time in Kinsale to independently explore this camera ready as we traverse the coastal the Irish National Stud and learn about the lovely town and its remarkable cuisine. (B) Slea Head road, where some of Ireland’s
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Highlights: Dublin • Guinness Storehouse • Blarney Castle • Killarney • Dingle Peninsula • Cliffs of Moher • Dromoland Castle • Whiskey Distillery
Day 1: Overnight Flight Experience Patrick’s Cathedral, which dates back to journey to historic Blarney Castle where a true taste of “Irish Splendour” on a trip the 13th century. Your tour concludes at the you have the opportunity to kiss the famous that combines fabulous accommodations, Guinness Storehouse where you will learn Blarney Stone. Legend has it that those who stunning scenery and sumptuous food. Join about the brewing process that creates this kiss the stone are bestowed with the gift of us and return to times gone by during your beloved beverage. This is your chance to eloquence. You will also have time to shop unforgettable tour of the amazing Emerald discover the training and technique needed at the famous Blarney Woollen Mills, the Isle. to pour the perfect pint, and to enjoy one! world’s largest Irish gift store. End your day The remainder of the day is at leisure to in charming Killarney. (B, D) Day 2: Dublin, Ireland - Tour Begins relax in one the world’s most vibrant cities. Your tour begins in rollicking Dublin. Tonight, Day 5: Killarney - Dingle Peninsula Take advantage of the opportunity to explore join your fellow travellers for a welcome - Killarney Set off this morning to follow the cultural offerings of delightful Dublin on dinner at a traditional local restaurant. (D) what is perhaps Ireland’s most majestic your own. (B) coastal route – the stunning Dingle Day 3: Dublin Today, enjoy a sightseeing Begin your Peninsula. Stop at the Gap of Dunloe tour of Dublin, the “Fair City.” Take in Day 4: Dublin - Killarney day with a brief stop in the town of Cashel where you can shop for traditional Irish O’Connell Street, Grafton Street, Phoenix for views of the historic Rock of Cashel, the goods handcrafted by local artisans. Travel Park and the city’s magnificent rows of reputed location where St. Patrick preached to the town of Dingle and then drive the stately Georgian town homes. Visit St. and converted the King of Munster. Next, beautiful Slea Head road, where some of the
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Irish Splendor TS472 2015.indd 2 7/16/14 10:59 AM Irish Splendour 8 Days from $1839
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Travel Dates October 2015 - April 2016 Double October 27, 28, 29, 30 $1999 November 3, 4, 5, 6, 10, 11, 12, 13 $1889 November 17 $1839 February 9, 16, 23 $1839 March 1, 2, 8, 9, 10 $1949 March 15, 16, 29, 30 $1999
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Accommodations • Dublin, 2 nights Ashling Hotel or Ballsbridge Hotel • Killarney, 2 nights Killar ney Avenue, Killarney Towers, Killarney Plaza Hotel, Randles Court Hotel, or International Hotel country’s most spectacular landscapes are Day 7: Dromoland - Tullamore - found. (B) Dublin Enjoy a relaxing morning at the • County Clare, 1 night Day 6: Killarney - Cliffs of Moher - castle before you return to Dublin. Along Dromoland Castle Dromoland Depart Killarney and travel the way, visit the Tullamore Dew Heritage Centre where you will learn how Irish • Dublin, 1 night across the countryside of Kerry. Journey to Castleknock Hotel the stunning 700-foot-high Cliffs of Moher whiskey is made and enjoy a tasting. This for awe-inspiring views of the mighty evening, join your fellow passengers for On some dates alternate hotels may be used. Atlantic and the Aran Islands. Then, travel a farewell dinner and toast the end to a through the vast limestone landscape of wonderful journey! (B, D) the Burren, known for its stark beauty and Day 8: Dublin - Tour Ends Your tour Neolithic tombs. Continue past scenic ends today. Head home with a lifetime of countryside to the fairy-tale setting of Irish memories. (B) Pre/Post-night stay Dromoland Castle, regarded as one of Start or end your tour rested with an extra Ireland’s finest hotels. Overnight in this night in Dublin; call for details. castle and toast your magnificent trip during a fabulous formal dinner. (B, D)
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Irish Splendor TS472 2015.indd 3 7/18/14 9:15 AM Spotlight on Dublin new tour Dublin
Highlights: Irish Night • Famine Ship • Kilmainham Gaol ( Jail) • Brazen Head Pub • Wicklow Mountains • Glendalough • Avoca Handweaving Mill
Day 1: Overnight Flight Set out stately Georgian town homes. Afterwards, with an unforgettable storytelling session. for Dublin and discover a city brimming spend an afternoon exploring delightful (B, D) Dublin on your own. (B) with personality. From the elegance of its Day 5: Dublin Enjoy a day at leisure in architecture to the fun-loving characters Day 4: Dublin Step aboard the “Jeanie Dublin, or perhaps you will choose to join you’ll find around every corner, the Johnston,” an authentic recreation of one fellow travellers on an optional excursion to possibilities are endless. of Ireland’s famous “famine ships.” Learn historic Malahide Castle. Tour the castle’s Day 2: Dublin, Ireland - Tour Begins about the experience shared by millions walled gardens and historic rooms, dating Arrive in the “Fair City,” a capital with a rich of Irish who sought out a better life in the back to the 12th century. Continue to history and welcoming culture. Tonight, start New World. Then, take a look back in time the coastal village of Howth and possibly things off as you join your fellow travellers during a tour of the Kilmainham Gaol (Jail), enjoy lunch at one of the town’s renowned for a fun-filled Irish evening that includes Dublin’s historic jail. Now a museum, it seafood restaurants. Later, take some time traditional entertainment and cuisine. (D) offers a unique window on Irish nationalism. to explore the village before returning to The remainder of the day is yours to enjoy Dublin for an evening at leisure. (B) Day 3: Dublin Come to know Dublin at your leisure. Tonight, step into daily life during a tour highlighting the top sights. Visit Day 6: Dublin Today, we travel into the during an evening of food and folklore at St. Patrick’s Cathedral, O’Connell Street, rugged Wicklow Mountains south of Dublin. one of the oldest pubs in Ireland – the Grafton Street, Phoenix Park and view Here, each pass reveals another classic Irish Brazen Head. Your night comes complete the city’s trademark – magnificent rows of vista. Continue to Glendalough, the “Valley
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Spotlight on Dublin TS534 2015.indd 2 7/21/14 11:00 AM Spotlight on Dublin spotlights 7 Days from $1689
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of the Two Lakes.” In the 6th century, Saint end of an incredible week, celebrate our Kevin, who legend says lived until age 120, journey, and enjoy a farewell dinner that founded a thriving monastic community highlights Ireland’s growing farm-to-table here. You can still see the remains of that culinary scene. (B, D) early center of Christian life. Next, pay Day 7: Dublin - Tour Ends Your tour a visit to the Avoca Handweaving Mill to comes to a close today. Head home with shop for locally made Irish goods before many wonderful memories. (B) returning to Dublin. Tonight we gather at one of Dublin’s most iconic restaurants – O’Connell’s of Donnybrook – to toast the
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Spotlight on Dublin TS534 2015.indd 3 7/15/14 1:45 PM Shades of Ireland Family Discovery Falconry Demonstration
Highlights: Dublin • House of Waterford Crystal • Blarney Castle • Jaunting Car Ride • Killarney • Limerick • Cliffs of Moher • Galway • Farm Visit • Castle Stays
Day 1: Overnight Flight Discover the the historic city of Waterford. Make a stop as you ride past the red sandstone cliffs Irish spirit as you travel through magical at the famous House of Waterford Crystal. and gorgeous lake views as you make your Ireland, passing landscapes of rolling Discover the secrets of creating crystal way through the Gap of Dunloe. Arrive hills and its forty shades of green. Get to masterpieces on a tour followed by time to in Killarney National Park, surrounded by know the warmth of an Irish welcome on browse the retail store housing the largest nature. After enjoying a picnic lunch, you your adventure that takes you to Dublin, collection of Waterford Crystal in the world. board a traditional open boat for a cruise Waterford, Killarney and Limerick. Complete your day with a stroll through this across the Three Lakes of Killarney. Your day charming city on a locally guided tour. (B, D) comes to a close at the 15th-century Ross Day 2: Dublin, Ireland - Tour Begins Castle, where you have time to snap photos Open your tour in lively Dublin. Tonight, meet Day 5: Waterford - Blarney Stone - before returning to your hotel for an evening your fellow travellers and be immersed in Killarney Today’s adventure takes you at leisure. (B, L) the tastes, sights and sounds of traditional to historic Blarney Castle. Embrace the Ireland during a fun-filled Irish evening. (D) opportunity to kiss the famous Blarney Day 7: Killarney - Limerick - Clare Stone. Legend has it that those who kiss Set off for Adare and discover why it is Day 3: Dublin This morning, climb aboard the stone are bestowed with the gift of called “Ireland’s prettiest village.” Continue an amphibious vehicle for a truly unique eloquence. Arrive in Killarney and get a to Limerick and while on a panoramic city tour of Dublin. The whole family will enjoy glimpse into Victorian Ireland’s elegant tour, learn about the city’s past and why it is wandering through time during your “Viking lifestyle on a tour of the beautiful Muckross referred to as the “city of the violated treaty.” Splash!” tour that features Grafton Street, House and Gardens. Let your imagination At King John’s Castle, medieval guides Christ Church Cathedral, Dublin Castle bring you back to the 19th century as you share the secrets of castle life that will put and more. Spend the remainder of the day explore the perfectly restored rooms of this you back in time as you roam through the creating your own family adventure. (B) magnificent mansion. (B, D) castle’s haunting hallways. Get a taste for Day 4: Dublin - Kilkenny - Waterford Day 6: Killarney - Gap of Dunloe - royalty when you arrive at your hotel located Journey to Kilkenny and lose yourself in the on the estate of the Dromoland Castle. Killarney Your day begins with a rollicking medieval atmosphere of this city situated on During an amazing falconry demonstration, journey when you step into a traditional Irish the banks of the River Nore. Then, arrive in sit back and experience the thrill of watching jaunting car. Delight in your surroundings
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Highlights: London • Stonehenge • Bath • Cardiff • House of Waterford Crystal • Blarney Castle • Killarney • Ring of Kerry • Jaunting Car Ride • Farm Visit • Dublin • Wales • Lake District • Edinburgh • York • Stratford-upon-Avon Day 1: Overnight Flight Discover their purpose. Continue to the elegant Day 7: Killarney - Ring of Kerry - the true cultural treasures of Britain and Georgian town of Bath to visit the Roman Killarney Behold the glorious Ring of Ireland on a comprehensive journey through Bath Museum’s 2,000-year-old elaborate Kerry where you’ll find some of Ireland’s England, Ireland, Wales, and Scotland. spas. Enjoy some time to stroll through its most magical scenery. Pause for a moment cobblestone streets and soak in its old- Day 2: London, England - Tour Begins at the Gap of Dunloe to browse for traditional world atmosphere. Continue to the Welsh Irish handcrafted goods. As we continue Your tour opens in the regal city of London. capital of Cardiff. (B) our journey, marvel at the vistas created by A capital of culture and commerce, the city windswept cliffs, rugged mountains, lakes, blends the traditional and modern. Tonight, Day 5: Cardiff - Ferry to Ireland and picturesque villages. Upon returning meet your fellow travellers at a welcome - Waterford Take in the beautiful to Killarney you will be treated to a time- dinner at a traditional British pub. (D) countryside of Wales en route to the coastal village of Fishguard. There we board our honoured Irish jaunting car ride. (B) Day 3: London Discover the pageantry ferry for Ireland, crossing the Irish Sea. of London as we join a local guide for a city Day 8: Killarney - Rock of Cashel - Upon arrival in Rosslare, travel to charming Today you have a chance to talk tour. See Buckingham Palace, the Tower of Dublin Waterford, your home for the night. (B, D) and laugh with a local family when you London, Big Ben, the Houses of Parliament, visit the Molanna Dairy Farm and meet Westminster Abbey, and the Changing of the Day 6: Waterford - Blarney - Killarney its owners. Later, we venture through the Guard (if held). Enjoy an afternoon at leisure Begin your day with a tour at the new House “Golden Vale” en route to the awe-inspiring to further explore the city’s sights. (B) of Waterford Crystal factory featuring a fascinating visitor’s center and a retail store Rock of Cashel. Be amazed by its imposing Day 4: London - Stonehenge - Bath housing the largest collection of Waterford facade and visit the spot where St. Patrick - Cardiff Your journey this morning Crystal in the world. Next, travel to the historic preached. Tonight, come to know the local takes you to Stonehenge, the mysterious Blarney Castle. Make your way to the top culture when you join in the festivities at a formation that dates back to the Stone of the castle, lie back and kiss the famous traditional Irish Night show. (B, D) Age. Explore various theories on how the Blarney Stone where, legend has it, you will Discover Dublin’s past and colossal stones arrived at the location and Day 9: Dublin be blessed with the “gift of eloquence.” (B) present on a locally guided tour highlighting
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What’s Included • 20 Meals • Sedan service & airport transfers when you purchase our air. See page 155 for details. Travel Dates March - April 2015 Double March 13, 20 $3049 April 10 $3149 April 17, 24 $3249 Itinerary featured is for May 2015 - April 2016 tour departures. Departures prior to this date will vary. Please confirm at time of reservation. May 2015 - April 2016 Double May 1, 8, 15 $3709 May 29 $3759 June 5, 12, 14, 19, 26 $3759 July 3, 10, 17 $3759 the Bank of Ireland, O’Connell Street, Scottish crown jewels) and the Palace July 24, 31 $3979 Grafton Street, Phoenix Park, and St. of Holyroodhouse, the Queen’s official August 7, 14, 16 $3979 Patrick’s Cathedral. Later, experience for residence in Edinburgh and former home August 21, 28 $3759 yourself the welcoming nature of the Irish of Mary, Queen of Scots. The remainder of September 4, 6, 11, 13, 18, 20 $3759 as you set out to explore the “Fair City” on the day is at leisure to explore the city in Summer Palace September 25, 27 $3709 your own. (B) your own way. (B) October 2, 4, 9, 16 $3539 November 6 $3429 Day 10: Dublin - Ferry Crossing Day 13: Edinburgh - York, England March 11, 18 $3429 Ferry across the Irish Sea En route to England, visit Hadrian’s Wall. - Wales April 1, 8 $3539 to Holyhead, Wales. As you traverse Construction of this ancient structure April 15, 22 $3599 Northern Wales, pass Llanfairpwllgwyngyl- began in AD 122, and since that time it April 24, 29 $3709 lgogerychwyrndrobwllllantysiliogogogoch, has served as the northern border of the the town with the longest name in the Roman Empire. Continue to the historic Single Room Supplement (+) $750 - $990 world. Make a stop at majestic Caernarfon city of York. Find yourself surrounded by Triple Room Reduction (-) $50 Castle, where Charles was crowned Prince the charms of history as you explore its Rates are land only, per person and in Canadian dollars. of Wales. Then, continue through the Welsh quaint narrow streets. Walk on the famous Call about additional dates. countryside and discover some of the most “Shambles” and see the magnificent 13th- magnificent scenery in all of Britain. (B, D) century Minster. (B, D) Accommodations Day 11: Wales - Lake District - Day 14: York - Coventry - Stratford- • London, 2 nights Copthorne Tara Hotel Gretna Green, Scotland - Edinburgh upon-Avon Journey to Coventry and Travel north into England’s scenic Lake visit its famous modern Cathedral, • Cardiff, 1 night District. Here you’ll feel the inspirational completely rebuilt after being destroyed Maldron Hotel appeal of the region’s quintessential in World War II. Next, venture to charming • Waterford, 1 night English villages, Lake Windermere, Stratford-upon-Avon. Step back in Tower Hotel Ambleside, and Grasmere. Crossing into time as we visit William Shakespeare’s • Killarney, 2 nights Scotland, stop in the town of Gretna birthplace and Anne Hathaway’s thatch- Killar ney Avenue, Killarney Towers, Green where generations of runaway roofed cottage, the childhood home of the or Killarney Plaza Hotel couples eloped. Continue to Edinburgh, author’s wife. This evening, say farewell • Dublin, 2 nights Scotland’s majestic capital city. (B, D) to this captivating region over dinner with Ballsbridge Hotel your fellow travellers. (B, D) Day 12: Edinburgh Delve into • Chester, 1 night Edinburgh’s rich history during a guided Day 15: Stratford-upon-Avon - Tour Grosvenor Pulford Hotel tour of the city featuring entrance to Ends Depart today with many new • Edinburgh, 2 nights imposing Edinburgh Castle (home of the memories of lovely Britain and Ireland. (B) Apex International Hotel • York, 1 night Hotel 53 This trip requires a passport • Stratford-upon-Avon, 1 night The Changing of the Guard ceremony at Buckingham Palace is not held every day. When it is not available a stop will still be made at the Palace. Walton Hotel Passengers arriving into Edinburgh between August 7 - 29, 2015 will be provided with tickets to the Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo. Triple accommodations are limited. On day 15, due to flight schedules, you may require an early morning departure from your hotel. Return flights On some dates alternate hotels may be used. should not be booked prior to 11:30 a.m. Air passengers will arrive and depart from the London airports. On day 15, all transfers will depart from Stratford-upon-Avon for the London airports. Pre-night stay Start your tour rested with a pre-night See page 155 Visit www.gocollette.com to learn more about on-tour options. stay in London; call for details. 27
Exploring Britain_Ireland TS62 2015.indd 3 7/16/14 11:04 AM The Gardens of London featuring the Chelsea Flower Show RHS Wisley Garden ©RHS Images Highlights: London • City Tour • Traditional Pub Dinner • RHS Chelsea Flower Show • Hampton Court Palace • Kew Gardens • RHS Garden Wisley • The Savill Garden Day 1: Overnight Flight Join us and remainder of the day is free for you to Kitchens and Great Hall. Lose yourself in the Royal Horticultural Society (RHS) on a explore at your leisure. Tonight, enjoy dinner the world-famous yew tree maze which journey to discover the horticultural heritage at a traditional British pub. (B, D) consists of over half a mile of winding paths. Stroll in the riverside formal gardens and be of Britain, complete with members-only day Day 4: RHS Chelsea Flower Show Get transported through five hundred years of access to the Chelsea Flower Show! out your cameras! Today is the opening of royal history during this incredible visit. (B) Day 2: London, England - Tour Begins the famous Chelsea Flower Show and you Your adventure begins in London, the are invited to this prestigious event. Enjoy Day 6: Kew Gardens Begin your day cosmopolitan and historic capital of Britain. full access on this members-only day. You with a visit to the Royal Botanic Gardens at This evening, enjoy a welcome dinner with will be amazed at the sheer number and Kew. This 300-acre site houses one of the your fellow travellers and representatives variety of gardens and plants on display. (B) world’s great collections and is featured as a UNESCO World Heritage site. The Kew from the RHS. (D) Day 5: Hampton Court Enjoy a leisurely Explorer is included for you to discover the Day 3: London This morning, see the morning before joining us to discover the many wonders that the gardens exemplify. quintessential sights of London with a wonders of majestic Hampton Court Palace. Next, enjoy an afternoon at leisure in local guide. View Buckingham Palace, the Chat with Henry VIII and other royals from London, or choose to stay with us at Kew Tower of London, Big Ben, the Houses the Tudor family at this living museum. Listen for an optional lunch and a tour of Kew of Parliament, Westminster Abbey, and as they captivate you with their stories as Palace, former home of King George III. (B) the Changing of the Guard (if held). The you explore one of Britain’s most important historic buildings. Marvel at the Tudor
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©RHS Images/Andy Paradise Day 7: RHS Garden Wisley - The Tonight, enjoy an exclusive RHS gala Savill Garden Your day begins dinner at the Royal Horticultural Hall, the at Wisley, a stunning 60-acre estate Society’s first purpose-built exhibition with many formal gardens and natural hall. Start with cocktails before sharing woodlands. As the flagship garden of the memories of your spectacular tour Pre-night stay Royal Horticultural Society, Wisley houses experience over dinner in this fabulous Start your tour rested with a pre-night stay an astounding array of common and venue. (B, D) in London; call for details. exotic flora. Enjoy an expert-led private Day 8: London - Tour Ends Return tour at this garden home. Continue on to home with memories to last a lifetime. (B) The Savill Garden, a 35-acre ornamental garden revered as one of Britain’s finest.
Royal Horticultural Society Garden Holidays In partnership with the esteemed Royal Horticultural Society, these botanically themed tours blend stunning horticultural attractions with all the benefits of guided travel.
This trip requires a passport RHS Garden Holidays are expertly crafted for their members. A one-year gift membership to the Royal Horticultural Society is included in the cost of your tour. Upon completion of your trip you will receive a Royal Horticultural Society gift pack by mail. The Changing of the Guard ceremony at Buckingham Palace is not held every day. When it is not available, a stop will still be made at the Palace. Triple rooms are not available. All air passengers will arrive into and depart from the London airports. All transfers will be to and from the London airports.
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The Gardens of London TS477 2015.indd 3 7/18/14 10:25 AM The Beauty of Britain RHS Garden Harlow Carr Harlow RHS Garden
©RHS Images/Carol Sheppard Highlights: London • RHS Garden Wisley • The Savill Garden • Cambridge • Yorkshire • Sherwood Forest • RHS Garden Harlow Carr • Harwood House • Helmsley Walled Garden • Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh • Scottish Night Farewell Dinner
Day 1: Overnight Flight Set forth on morning, travel to RHS Garden Wisley, a as you visit the spectacular Harwood a horticultural voyage of discovery that stunning 60-acre estate. As the flagship House. Explore the extensive gardens and takes you from the excitement of London… garden of the Royal Horticultural Society, grounds with their multitude of fountains to the history of York…to the pageantry Wisley houses an astounding array of and ‘follies.’ Continue on to RHS Garden of Edinburgh…all with an eye on Britain’s common and exotic flora. Enjoy an expert- Harlow Carr, the splendid Royal Horticultural stately gardens. led private tour at this, their garden home. Society garden in North Yorkshire. This Continue on to The Savill Garden, a 35- nearly 70-acre space highlights water, stone Day 2: London, England - Tour acre ornamental garden revered as one of and woodland features while remaining an Begins Your tour opens in London, the Britain’s finest. Cap off your day with dinner integral part of the surrounding landscape. cosmopolitan and historic capital of Britain. at a traditional British pub. (B, D) During your visit, enjoy an exclusive This evening, join your fellow travellers for a workshop on garden design. Later, your welcome dinner. (D) Day 5: London - Cambridge - tour manager guides your discovery Yorkshire Today you visit Cambridge, Day 3: London This morning you of the medieval city of York. See the home of the famous university which is embark on a guided tour of London that famous Minster and step lively down the more than 800 years old. Take to the river blends the city’s quintessential sights with “Shambles,” a quaint, narrow street that in a traditional punt and learn about the its horticultural gems. View Buckingham appears today almost as it did during the history and traditions of this college town. Palace, Hyde Park, the Tower of London, Middle Ages. Here you’ll find wonderful Complete your visit with a stop at the famed Big Ben, St. James’s Park, the Houses shopping and a street that is so narrow in Cambridge Botanic Garden. This afternoon, of Parliament, Westminster Abbey and parts that you can almost reach both sides travel to Yorkshire, stopping en route to visit the Changing of the Guard (if held). The with your outstretched arms. (B) the remnants of the once-mighty but still remainder of the day is yours to explore one mythic Sherwood Forest. Finally, arrive at of the world’s great cities on your own. (B) Day 7: Yorkshire- Helmsley Walled your impressive country estate hotel. (B, D) Garden - Border Region - Edinburgh, Day 4: London - RHS Garden Wisley Head north past rolling fields Day 6: Yorkshire Enter another world Scotland - The Savill Garden - London This
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Highlights: London • Cambridge • York • Edinburgh Castle • Lake District • North Wales • Stratford-upon-Avon • Stonehenge • Cotswolds
Day 1: Overnight Flight Feel the vibrant famous university which is more than 800 Day 6: Edinburgh Enjoy a locally guided energy of England, hear the unique sounds years old. Later, stroll through the medieval tour of Edinburgh that includes a visit to of Scotland and see the rolling countryside city of York. See the famous Minster and Edinburgh Castle, home of the Scottish of Wales on a trip that combines the walk on the “Shambles,” a quaint, narrow Crown Jewels. You will get a glimpse of exploration of dramatic history and natural street that appears today almost as it did what life is like for the royals during your wonders. during the Middle Ages. Here you’ll find visit to the Palace of Holyroodhouse, the great shopping and a street that is so Day 2: London, England - Tour Queen’s official residence in Edinburgh and narrow in parts that you can almost reach once the home of Mary, Queen of Scots. Begins Your tour opens in London, the both sides with your outstretched arms. Your evening is at leisure to sample one of cosmopolitan and historic capital of Britain. Tonight, stay within the city’s historic walls. Edinburgh’s fine restaurants and perhaps This evening, join your fellow travellers for a (B) take an evening stroll through Princes Street welcome dinner. (D) Day 5: York - Border Region, Scotland Gardens to view the illuminated castle. (B) Day 3: London This morning, see the Head north through the quintessential sights of London with your - Edinburgh Day 7: Edinburgh - Lake District, rolling fields on your way to bonnie (“lovely” Our final stop in local guide. View the Tower of London, Big England - Wales in Scottish) Scotland. Stretching across the Scotland is at the border town of Gretna Ben, the Houses of Parliament, Westminster country you will find Hadrian’s Wall which Green, where generations of runaway Abbey, Buckingham Palace and the once marked the northern border of the couples came to be married. Later, Changing of the Guard (if held). Enjoy an Roman Empire. Stop to see this ancient return to England and travel through the afternoon at leisure to explore this iconic fortification that was begun in A.D. 122 to picturesque Lake District. In the heart of city. This evening, perhaps you will choose protect Roman Britain from the tribes of the Lake District, visit the charming village to join an optional dinner at Simpson’s-in- Scotland. Next, drive through Scotland’s of Grasmere, home of the poet William the-Strand, followed by one of the city’s Border region before arriving in Edinburgh, Wordsworth. End your day with an overnight spectacular theatre performances. (B) the “Athens of the North.” Enjoy discovering stay in beautiful Ruthin Castle, situated in Day 4: London - Cambridge - York Scotland’s exciting capital city which is rich the north of Wales. (B, D) Today we visit Cambridge, home of the in beauty and culture. (B, D)
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What’s Included • 12 Meals • Sedan service & airport transfers when you purchase our air. See page 155 for details.
Travel Dates March - April 2015 Double March 12, 19, 26 $2249 April 9, 16, 23 $2299
Itinerary featured is for May 2015 - April 2016 tour departures. Departures prior to this date will vary. Please confirm at time of reservation. April 2015 - April 2016 Double April 30 $2609 May 7, 14, 21, 28 $2609 June 11, 18 $2609 July 9, 16 $2609 August 13, 20 $2879 September 10, 17, 24 $2659 Stonehenge October 1, 8 $2549
Edinburgh Castle Edinburgh November 5 $2439 March 3, 10, 17 $2439 March 31 $2549 April 7, 14, 21, 28 $2549
Single Room Supplement (+) $500 - $770 Triple Room Reduction (-) $30 - $50 Rates are land only, per person and in Canadian dollars. Call about additional dates.
Purchase air Day 8: Wales - Stratford-upon- villages of the Cotswolds region. as part of your transportation package. Avon Journey to Stratford-upon-Avon, Tonight, join your fellow travellers for a See page 156 for details. your home for the next two nights and private farewell dinner at Hall’s Croft, a birthplace of William Shakespeare, 400-year-old Shakespeare-family home. England’s most famous playwright. Walk As traditionally costumed actors perform Accommodations in Shakespeare’s footsteps, visiting his some of the playwright’s most renowned • London, 2 nights scenes, toast the end of a wonderful birthplace as well as Anne Hathaway’s Grange City Hotel thatch-roofed cottage, the childhood journey. (B, D) • York, 1 night home of the author’s wife. (B) Day 10: Stratford-upon-Avon - Tour Hotel 53 Day 9: Stratford - Stonehenge - Ends Your journey through Britain ends Cotswolds - Stratford Complete your today. (B) • Edinburgh, 2 nights visit to Britain with a trip to Stonehenge. Double Tree by Hilton Start your day at this mystical and fascinating site before travelling through • Ruthin, 1 night some of England’s most beautiful Ruthin Castle countryside. Explore the picturesque • Stratford-upon-Avon, 2 nights The Falcon Hotel
On some dates alternate hotels may be used. This trip requires a passport If you are purchasing your own airfare, return flights on the last day of your tour should be scheduled for after 11:30 a.m. Triple rooms are Pre-night stay extremely limited; call for availability. Passengers arriving in Edinburgh between August 7-29, 2015 will be provided with tickets to the Royal Start your tour rested with an extra night in Edinburgh Military Tattoo. Air passengers will arrive and depart from London airports. On day 10, all transfers will depart from Stratford-upon- London; call for details. Avon for the London airports.
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British Landscapes TS54 2015.indd 3 7/16/14 11:22 AM Exploring Scotland & Ireland Edinburgh
Highlights: Edinburgh • Scone Palace • Whisky Distillery • Inverness • Loch Ness • Loch Lomond • Glasgow • Belfast • Titanic Experience • Giant’s Causeway • Derry • Glenveagh National Park • Ulster American Folk Park • Dublin • Irish Night
Day 1: Overnight Flight From rugged The Bruce. This afternoon, visit a Scottish night stay. Enjoy dinner “on the town” at a natural beauty to vibrant and historical cities, whisky distillery and taste one of the world’s traditional public house. (B, D) most well-known whiskies. Next, enter the the diverse charms of Scotland and Ireland Day 7: Belfast Enjoy a fascinating guided Highlands en route to Inverness, where we await. tour of Belfast, Northern Ireland’s largest overnight. (B, D) Day 2: Edinburgh, Scotland - Tour city. Learn about the struggles in this Begins Your tour opens in Edinburgh – Day 5: Inverness - Loch Ness - Ft. great city’s history as you pass through its Scotland’s regal capital city. Tonight, enjoy William - Loch Lomond - Glasgow This distinctive neighbourhoods. See “Samson” a welcome dinner at a local restaurant and morning, drive through Scotland’s stunning and “Goliath,” the massive cranes of the toast the start of a wonderful journey! (D) Great Glen. Keep your eyes peeled and shipyard that built the legendary Titanic. your camera ready for sightings of “Nessie” We complete the experience with a visit to Day 3: Edinburgh A locally guided tour when driving along the shores of Loch Ness. the new, award-winning Titanic Experience of the city begins with a visit to the famous See Urquhart Castle and make a stop in the museum. The afternoon is yours to explore Palace of Holyroodhouse, once the home former garrison town of Ft. William. Later, the many attractions that this dynamic of Mary, Queen of Scots. Next, explore the take a scenic cruise on Loch Lomond, capital offers. (B) famous Royal Yacht Britannia which sailed Britain’s largest lake. (B) more than a million miles in service to the Day 8: Belfast - Glens of Antrim - Queen. Embrace the culture of Edinburgh Day 6: Glasgow - Ferry Crossing - Giant’s Causeway - Derry Venture along as you enjoy an afternoon to explore Belfast, Northern Ireland Enjoy a the stunning Antrim Coastal Route, stopping independently. (B) morning at leisure and get to know bustling at the wondrous Giant’s Causeway. Formed Glasgow before you travel along the scenic by volcanic activity millions of years ago, the Day 4: Edinburgh - Scone Palace - Ayrshire coast to your ferry. Cross the causeway resembles an old cobbled road Inverness Leave Edinburgh for Scone famed Irish Sea as we head for Northern leading mystically into the sea. Continue Palace, the crowning place of the Kings Ireland’s capital city of Belfast. Upon arrival, to the walled city of Derry, situated on of Scots, including Macbeth and Robert settle into your city-center hotel for a two- the banks of the River Foyle. Set out on a
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Discover Scotland Edinburgh
Highlights: Scottish Night • Edinburgh Castle • Palace of Holyroodhouse • St. Andrews • Dunrobin Castle • Orkney Islands • Loch Ness • Isle of Skye • Armadale Castle
Day 1: Overnight Flight An overnight Pitlochry, a vibrant Victorian town. Discover coast of Scotland. On the crossing you’ll flight transports you to a country of stunning its old-world appeal as you explore this see abundant bird life and, if you are very landscapes, lively cities, and stirring history, popular resort town on your own. As we lucky, porpoises and seals. A local guide plus distinct myths and stories. enter the rugged Highlands region this introduces this magical place that very few afternoon, pause to watch a traditional visitors to Scotland get to experience. Visit Day 2: Edinburgh, Scotland - Tour farmer working his sheep dogs. You will Skara Brae, where you will discover the Begins Your tour opens in Edinburgh. be amazed by their skill and enthusiasm! remains of a Neolithic village built at the Tonight, meet your fellow travellers during Continue to Inverness, “Capital of the same time as the Great Pyramid in Egypt. a fun-filled Scottish evening complete with Highlands,” for your overnight stay. (B, D) Next, pass the prehistoric Ring of Brodgar, traditional entertainment. (D) reported to be older than Stonehenge. Visit Day 5: Inverness - Thurso Today you Day 3: Edinburgh Come to know this the town of Viking Kirkwall before returning will visit the Culloden Battlefield. On this spot regal city on a locally guided tour that to the mainland. (B) in April of 1746, a half-hour battle changed includes Edinburgh Castle, home of the the course of Scottish history. Next, make Scottish Crown Jewels, and the Palace Day 7: Thurso - Loch Ness - a stop at the majestic Dunrobin Castle Today, enjoy stunning of Holyroodhouse, the Queen’s official Ballachulish which dates back to the 1300s. Experience and unspoiled landscapes as you return residence in Edinburgh and former home of a fascinating falconry display in the formal south through the Highlands. Take in the Mary, Queen of Scots. This afternoon, enjoy gardens overlooking the North Sea. Later, panorama of Loch Ness, one of Britain’s free time to independently explore the city. soak in the breathtaking views as you drive most scenic bodies of water. Keep your eyes (B) along the windswept cliffs of Scotland’s east open – you never know when Nessie will Day 4: Edinburgh - St. Andrews - coast. Your day concludes in Thurso. (B, D) appear! Soak up the awe-inspiring view at Pitlochry - Inverness Travel to St. Day 6: Thurso - Orkney Islands - the striking ruins of Urquhart Castle. Travel Andrews – the beautiful town in the Kingdom through the Great Glen, famous for its many Thurso A day of adventure awaits as of Fife that gave the world the game of golf lochs (lakes), before arriving at your hotel you voyage by ferry to the Orkney Islands, – to see the Royal and Ancient Clubhouse situated on lovely Loch Linnhe. (B, D) for many years a Viking stronghold off the and the famous Old Course. Next, stop at
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What’s Included • 14 Meals • Sedan service & airport transfers when you purchase our air. See page 155 for details. Travel Dates March - April 2015 Double March 9, 16, 23 $1949 April 6, 13, 20 $2099 April 27 $2149 Itinerary featured is for May 2015 - April 2016 tour departures. Departures prior to this date will vary. Please confirm at time of reservation. May 2015 - April 2016 Double May 4, 18 $2609 June 8, 15 $2719 July 27 $2719 August 3 $2879 August 9 $3049 August 10, 17 $3049 August 31 $2719 Highland cow
Summer Palace September 14, 21 $2719 October 5, 12 $2389 March 14 $2279
Palace of Holyroodhouse March 28 $2329 April 3, 17 $2389 April 4, 11, 18 $2389 April 25 $2549 Single Room Supplement (+) $400 - $610 Triple Room Reduction (-) $30 Rates are land only, per person and in Canadian dollars. Call about additional dates.
Day 8: Ballachulish - Isle of Skye Day 9: Ballachulish - Glasgow Begin Purchase air - Ballachulish Take a stunning drive your day with a breathtaking drive in the as part of your transportation package. along the “Road to the Isles” and over heart of Scotland as you pass through See page 156 for details. the Skye Bridge to the legendary Isle of Glencoe and cross Rannoch Moor. Enjoy Skye, also known in poetry and song time at leisure in the charming town of Accommodations as Eilean a’ Cheò (The Misty Isle). Enjoy Callander before visiting one of Scotland’s • Edinburgh, 2 nights dramatic views of the Cuillin Hills. Then, renowned whisky distilleries. Taste and Radisson Blu Edinburgh visit Armadale Castle & Gardens and the see for yourself why Highland malt whisky Museum of the Isles to learn about island is considered the world’s finest. Enjoy an • Inverness area, 1 night life and the history of Skye. Conclude afternoon cruise on famed Loch Lomond, Grant Arms Hotel (Grantown-on-Spey) your visit with views of the isle from yet the largest lake in the United Kingdom. or Kingsmills Hotel (Inverness) another vantage point during a ferry Later, join your fellow travellers for a • Thurso, 2 nights crossing back to the mainland. Returning farewell dinner to celebrate your time Royal Hotel to Ballachulish, see Glenfinnan – where together in Scotland. (B, D) Bonnie Prince Charlie rallied the clansmen • Ballachulish, 2 nights Day 10: Glasgow - Tour Ends Your for battle during the 1745 Jacobite Ballachulish Hotel or tour of Scotland comes to a close today. Rebellion. Experience Scotland’s budding Isles of Glencoe Hotel (B) culinary scene at a local restaurant where • Glasgow, 1 night traditional favourites are given a modern Grand Central Hotel flair. (B, D) On some dates alternate hotels may be used.
This trip requires a passport Pre/Post-night stay Passengers arriving in Edinburgh from August 7 - 29, 2015 will receive tickets to Edinburgh’s famous Royal Military Tattoo show. Start your tour rested with a pre-night stay in Edinburgh. Relax after your tour with an extra night in Glasgow; call for details. See page 155 Visit www.gocollette.com to learn more about on-tour options. 37
Discover Scotland TS92 2015.indd 3 7/21/14 2:49 PM England’s Treasures Plus, extend your trip with 3 nights in London Lake District Lake
Highlights: Manchester • Liverpool • Lake District • Steam Train • Cotswolds • Worcester Cathedral • Glastonbury • Cornwall • Penzance • St. Ives • Minack Theatre • Salisbury • Stonehenge Day 1: Overnight Flight Absorb the Day 4: Lake District Enjoy a day Day 6: Cotswolds Relax and enjoy your idyllic charms of England on this journey exploring the magnificent Lake District, day touring the Cotswolds region. Pay a visit that includes three of its most scenic rural England’s most popular area of bucolic to some of the region’s charming villages areas. Enchantment awaits as you travel beauty. Stroll through the picturesque such as Broadway and Stow-on-the-Wold. through the Lake District, Cornwall and the village of Grasmere, once home of and Next, travel to the city of Worcester where Cotswolds. inspiration to the romantic poet William you will stand in awe of the majestic Day 2: Manchester, England - Tour Wordsworth. Sail on one the largest lakes cathedral. Return to your hotel with time in the Lake District, Coniston Water, aboard to relax and explore the town during an Begins Your tour opens in Manchester, the Victorian steam yacht Gondola. Take an evening at leisure. (B) largest city of the Midlands and the engine afternoon break in Bowness before returning of the Industrial Revolution. This evening, Day 7: Great Malvern - Bath - to your hotel on the water’s edge for an join your fellow travellers for a welcome Glastonbury - Cornwall Stop in the evening at leisure. (B) dinner. (D) ancient Roman town of Bath – renowned Day 3: Manchester - Liverpool - Lake Day 5: Lake District - Shugborough for more than 2,000 years for its spas Head south en and natural hot springs. Visit the Roman Windermere This morning we travel Estate - Great Malvern route to England’s rural heartland. Make Baths Museum to see the elaborate to the great port city of Liverpool. Spend a special stop to visit the Shugborough spas, valued since Roman times for their time at the restored Albert Dock complex, Estate, a rare survival of a complete estate curative properties. See the reputed grave exploring one of the many museums such from the Georgian era. Next, enjoy a trip on of King Arthur when you visit the ruins as the Tate Liverpool Gallery, Maritime the restored Gloucestershire Warwickshire of Glastonbury Abbey, once the richest Museum or International Slavery Museum. Railway. Watch the vistas open up from this monastic community in England. Travel to Enjoy a visit to the award-winning Beatles classic steam train as you enjoy an authentic Cornwall, the “sunny southwest” of England Story as you learn about these famous English afternoon tea. Complete your day in for a three-night stay in the charming town “Merseysiders.” Travel north to the scenic the spa town of Great Malvern. Here, your of Falmouth. (B, D) Lake District and your hotel on the shores hotel affords you magnificent views across of Lake Windermere. Settle in for a relaxing Day 8: Cornwall Today we set out for the English countryside. (B, D) two-night stay. (B, D) Penzance, making a photo stop along the
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Englands Treasures TS421 2015.indd 2 7/16/14 11:25 AM England’s Treasures 11 Days from $2829
What’s Included • 14 Meals • Sedan service & airport transfers when you purchase our air. See page 155 for details.
Travel Dates March - April 2015 Double March 12 $2099 April 9 $2149
Itinerary featured is for May 2015 - April 2016 tour departures. Departures prior to this date will vary. Please confirm at time of reservation. May 2015 - April 2016 Double May 20 $2879 June 17 $2939 July 15 $2939
Bath September 16, 23 $2939 October 7, 14 $2829 April 20 $2879 Stonehenge
Single Room Supplement (+) $400 - $500
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way at St. Michael’s Mount. Legend says original Camelot Castle. (B) St. Michael, the Archangel, appeared to Day 10: Cornwall - Salisbury - local fishermen here in the 5th century. Stonehenge - Windsor Area Travel Upon arrival in Penzance, enjoy some free across some of England’s most beautiful Accommodations time to soak up its timeless charm. Next, country on your way to Salisbury. Enjoy • Manchester, 1 night we travel along a scenic coastal road time in this bustling market town and pay Midland Hotel to the Minack Theatre. Set on a granite a visit to the famous Salisbury Cathedral outcrop that juts out into the sea, this which boasts the tallest spire in Britain. • Ambleside, 2 nights open air space is one of the world’s most Finally, no trip to the English countryside Low Wood Bay Hotel incredible performance spaces. Continue would be complete without a visit to to St. Ives, a popular holiday resort town, • Great Malvern, 2 nights mysterious Stonehenge, a center of for some time at leisure. (B) Abbey Hotel spiritual activity since prehistoric times. Day 9: Cornwall After breakfast, enjoy Tonight, join your fellow travellers for a • Falmouth, 3 nights a day to explore Falmouth at your leisure. farewell dinner as you toast the conclusion St. Michael’s Hotel and Spa You may choose to take an optional of a wonderful trip. (B, D) • Windsor Area, 1 night excursion to Port Isaac and see where Day 11: Windsor Area - Tour Ends Frimley Hall the hit show Doc Martin is filmed, and Your journey through Britain ends today. Tintagel, believed to be the site of the On some dates alternate hotels may be used. (B)
Extend your trip in London Complete your tour with a 3-night post-tour stay in historic, exciting London. See page 152 for details. Pre-night stay Start your tour rested with a pre-night stay This trip requires a passport in Manchester; call for details. Triple accommodations are not available on this tour. The London extension is not hosted or guided.
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Englands Treasures TS421 2015.indd 3 7/16/14 11:25 AM London & Paris Eiffel Tower
Highlights: Buckingham Palace • Big Ben • London Theatre Performance • Eurostar Train • Eiffel Tower Dinner • Seine River Cruise • Arc de Triomphe • Paradis Latin Cabaret
Day 1: Overnight Flight Experience two Day 3: London A local expert leads Day 5: London - Eurostar Train - of the world’s most popular cities on one you on a panoramic tour of London. See Paris, France Sit back and relax as you fabulous tour. Enjoy unpacking just once Trafalgar Square, St. Paul’s Cathedral, the depart London and travel on the innovative in each city during a relaxing journey as Tower of London, and Buckingham Palace Eurostar High-Speed Train to France. Arrive you discover the beauty and allure of both – the London home to Britain’s royalty since in the “City of Lights” – Paris. Tonight you London and Paris. Your adventure begins 1837. At Westminster, see the Houses of will sample delicious French cuisine and with an overnight flight to London. Parliament, Westminster Abbey and Big witness breathtaking views during dinner Day 2: London, England - Tour Begins Ben. Cap off your afternoon with one of at the Eiffel Tower. Following dinner, enjoy London’s finest theatre performances. (B) a romantic Seine River cruise against a Your tour begins in London, a sophisticated backdrop of Paris’ glittering skyline. (B, D) metropolis featuring style, culture and Day 4: London After breakfast, enjoy a history. Its bustling city streets are filled with day to explore London at your leisure. You Day 6: Paris The world-famous Arc de colourful history, regal pageantry, beautiful may choose to take an optional excursion to Triomphe, Notre Dame Cathedral, Champs- gardens, fascinating museums, celebrated Windsor Castle. Originally built to guard the Elysées, Place de la Concorde, and the monuments, and grand theatres. This city of London, Windsor Castle has been the magnificent Place Vendome are some of the evening, join your fellow travellers for a home of kings and queens for nine centuries amazing landmarks you will see while on a special welcome dinner. (D) and is the oldest royal residence still in use locally guided tour of Paris. This afternoon today. (B) you may choose to take an optional
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London_Paris TS7 2015.indd 2 7/16/14 11:27 AM London & Paris 8 Days from $2609
What’s Included • 9 Meals • Sedan service & airport transfers when you purchase our air. See page 155 for details.
Travel Dates February - April 2015 Double February 23 $2299 March 2 $2299 March 9, 16, 23 $2399 April 6, 13, 20 $2449 April 27 $2499
Itinerary featured is for May 2015 - April 2016 tour departures. Departures prior to this date will vary. Please confirm at time of reservation. May 2015 - April 2016 Double May 4, 11, 18, 25 $2879 May 28 $3319 June 1, 22, 25, 29 $2939
Tower Bridge Tower June 8, 15, 18 $3209 Arc Arc de Triomphe Summer Palace July 2 $2939 July 6 $2829 July 9, 13, 16, 20, 27 $2609 August 3, 10, 17, 20, 24, 27, 31 $2609 September 3 $2829 September 7, 14, 17, 21, 28 $2939 September 10 $3209 October 5 $2879 October 12, 19, 22, 26 $2829 November 2 $2829 November 5, 9 $2769 March 3, 7, 10, 14 $2719 April 4, 7, 11, 14, 18, 21, 25 $2769 April 28 $2829
Single Room Supplement (+) $600 - $880 excursion to Louis XIV’s magnificent dinner complete with wine, champagne Rates are land only, per person and in Canadian dollars. Palace and Gardens of Versailles, and and a delightful cabaret show. (B, D) Call about additional dates. relive history as you walk through the Day 8: Paris - Tour Ends Your tour various rooms of the State Apartments, ends, leaving you with many pleasant Purchase air including the Queen’s bedchamber and memories. (B) as part of your transportation package. the famous Hall of Mirrors. (B) See page 156 for details. Day 7: Paris Today you are free to enjoy the city however you would like. Enjoy an optional tour of the Louvre; indulge Accommodations in some of the world’s best shopping on • London, 3 nights the Champs-Elysées; or simply do as the Copthor ne Tara Hotel or Parisians do and sit at a sidewalk café Park Plaza Riverbank Hotel and watch the beauty that is Paris go by. Celebrate the end of a fabulous trip with a • Paris, 3 nights special dinner at the Paradis Latin, Paris’ Marriott Rive Gauche Hotel oldest cabaret theatre. Enjoy a sumptuous On some dates alternate hotels may be used.
This trip requires a passport Pre/Post-night stay If you are purchasing your own airfare, flights must arrive prior to 3:30 p.m. Paradis Latin may be considered unsuitable for children – consult Start your tour rested with a pre-night stay your tour manager. Triple accommodations are extremely limited. Please call for availability. in London. Relax after your tour with an extra night in Paris; call for details. See page 155 Visit www.gocollette.com to learn more about on-tour options. 41
London_Paris TS7 2015.indd 3 7/16/14 11:27 AM London & Paris Family Adventure London Eye
Highlights: London Eye • London Theatre Performance • Warner Bros. Studio Tour London • Eurostar Train • Palace and Gardens of Versailles • Eiffel Tower Dinner • Seine River Cruise
Day 1: Overnight Flight Make your available – see the Changing of the Guards. by Harrods famous food court – create your way through two of the world’s most lively Next, soar above the city on the London Eye, best London experience! (B) and popular cities on one tour. Discover one of the most iconic landmarks in London Day 5: London - Eurostar Train - and an engineering marvel. Cap off your two cities rich in history, castles and kings – Paris, France Sit back and relax as you day with a theatre performance in London’s London and Paris. Begin your tour with an are whisked from London to Paris aboard vibrant theatre district! (B) overnight flight. the innovative Eurostar High-Speed Train via Day 2: London, England - Tour Begins Day 4: London Begin your day in the the Channel Tunnel. Say “bonjour” to Paris Your tour officially begins today in London, world of show business with a visit to the with a locally guided tour where you will see a city so rich with history that every step Warner Bros. Studio Tour London. Enjoy a the world-famous Arc de Triomphe, Notre reveals a new piece in its long, compelling behind-the-scenes walking tour featuring Dame Cathedral, Champs-Elysées, Place story. Join your fellow travellers for a authentic sets, costumes and props from de la Concorde and the magnificent Place welcome dinner. (D) the Harry Potter film series, located at the Vendome. Begin your adventures in French studios where they were filmed. The rest of cuisine during dinner in a charming local Day 3: London Begin your exploration into the day is yours to spend with your family restaurant, complete with traditional musical British history with a panoramic sightseeing independently exploring London. Perhaps entertainment. (B, D) tour of London. See St. Paul’s, Big Ben, you’ll join us on an optional tour to meet Westminster Abbey and Trafalgar Square. Day 6: Paris Your day is spent at King Henry VIII at Hampton Court Palace; visit the Stop at Buckingham Palace and – when Louis XIV’s magnificent Palace and Gardens British Museum or the London Zoo; or stop
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Spotlight on London new tour Buckingham Palace Buckingham
Highlights: Buckingham Palace • Big Ben • Stonehenge • Salisbury • London Eye • Shakespeare’s Globe Theatre • Traditional Pub Dinner
Day 1: Overnight Flight Embark on the London home to Britain’s royalty since time in this bustling market town and pay a relaxing journey as you discover the 1837. At Westminster, see the Houses of a visit to the famous Salisbury Cathedral colourful history and regal pageantry only Parliament, Westminster Abbey and Big which boasts the tallest spire in Britain. (B) Ben. This afternoon, perhaps you will join us found “across the pond.” Day 5: London Enjoy a day to explore on an optional tour and travel to the regal Day 2: London, England - Tour Begins London at your leisure. Perhaps stop by Windsor Castle. Originally built to guard the Welcome to London, a sophisticated Harrods famous food court, visit the world- city of London, Windsor Castle has been metropolis featuring style, culture and famous British Museum or simply relax. the home of Kings and Queens for nine history. Its bustling city streets are lined with Or, you may choose to check out one of centuries and is the oldest royal residence beautiful gardens, fascinating museums, London’s spectacular theatre performances still in use today. (B) celebrated monuments and grand theatres. since London boasts one of the best live This evening, meet your fellow travellers Day 4: London - Stonehenge - theatre scenes in the world. (B) Travel across England’s beautiful during a special welcome dinner. (D) Salisbury Day 6: London Start your day by soaring countryside en route to the epic and Day 3: London A local expert leads above the city on the London Eye, one of mysterious Stonehenge, a center of spiritual you on a panoramic tour of London. See the most iconic landmarks in London and an activity since prehistoric times. Continue Trafalgar Square, St. Paul’s Cathedral, the engineering marvel. Then, take a step back on to the charming town of Salisbury. Enjoy Tower of London, and Buckingham Palace, in time at Shakespeare’s Globe, a recreation
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Spotlight on London TS545 2015.indd 2 7/16/14 2:06 PM Spotlight on London spotlights 7 Days from $1629
What’s Included • 7 Meals • Sedan service & airport transfers when you purchase our air. See page 155 for details.
Travel Dates May 2015 - April 2016 Double May 6, 13 $1629 June 10 $1629 July 8 $1629 August 12 $1629 September 9, 23 $1629 October 14 $1629 March 16 $1629 April 6, 20 $1629
Single Room Supplement (+) $660
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Accommodations • London, 5 nights Hilton Kensington Hotel
On some dates alternate hotels may be used. of his 16th-century theatre and located Day 7: London - Tour Ends Your tour steps away from the site of his original comes to a close today, leaving you with theatre. Discover what it would have been many pleasant memories of a wonderful like to witness his work in action hundreds journey. (B) of years before. Gather for a special farewell dinner at a traditional English pub and toast the end of a wonderful London getaway! (B, D)
Collette Spotlights During a single-hotel stay, immerse yourself in the fanfare of a grand city or unwind in the timeless countryside. These tours illuminate the world’s most remarkable destinations.
This trip requires a passport Triple accommodations are extremely limited and may not be available on all dates. Please call for more information.
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Spotlight on London TS545 2015.indd 3 7/16/14 2:06 PM Spotlight on Paris new tour Eiffel Tower
Highlights: Eiffel Tower Dinner • Seine River Cruise • Arc de Triomphe • Reims • Paradis Latin Cabaret
Day 1: Overnight Flight Set out for Place de la Concorde, and the magnificent visit its towering centerpiece, the Notre- captivating Paris. Come to know this city, Place Vendome are just some of the Dame de Reims. This UNESCO World famous for its world-renowned art, food amazing landmarks you will see while on Heritage site was once the place where and fashion. Its rich history will astound you a locally guided tour. Write your own story French kings were crowned. Discover while its style dazzles. during a free afternoon. Perhaps you will Reims’ pedestrian streets lined with art choose to partake in an optional guided tour galleries and cafés during an included Day 2: Paris, France - Tour Begins at the famous Louvre. (B) walking tour. Next, travel a short distance Arrive in the “City of Light.” Tonight your to the village of Epernay. Set on the banks adventure begins with breathtaking views Day 4: Paris The entire day is yours to of the river Marne, it is home to the world’s of the city while you enjoy dinner featuring enjoy the city in your own way. You may leading champagne makers. Stroll down the delicious French cuisine at the Eiffel Tower. choose to get a new perspective and most famous street in Epernay, the Avenue Following dinner, get a different perspective leave the city to explore the surrounding de Champagne, before making a visit to one on the city during a Seine River cruise. As countryside. Your tour manager will be on of the cellars dug here between the 4th and you glide along, admire Paris’ glittering hand with suggestions on exciting ways to 15th centuries. Here we see the traditional skyline. (D) spend your free time. (B) equipment, and enjoy a guided tour and a Day 3: Paris Come to know the dramatic Day 5: Paris - Reims - Epernay - Paris tasting of the notable champagne varieties. highlights of Paris – the Arc de Triomphe, Today our journey takes us to Champagne (B) Notre Dame Cathedral, the Champs-Elysées, country. Make a stop in ancient Reims to
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Spotlight on Paris TS533 2015.indd 2 7/15/14 1:47 PM Spotlight on Paris spotlights 7 Days from $1909
What’s Included • 7 Meals • Sedan service & airport transfers when you purchase our air. See page 155 for details.
Travel Dates May 2015 - April 2016 Double May 5 $2179 June 9 $2289 July 7 $2289 August 11 $2179 September 22 $2349 October 20 $2239 November 10 $1909 February 16 $1909 March 8 $1959 April 5 $2239
Single Room Supplement (+) $710 - $1160 Epernay Rates are land only, per person and in Canadian dollars. Call about additional dates. Arc Arc de Triomphe
Purchase air as part of your transportation package. See page 156 for details.
Accommodations • Paris, 5 nights Novotel Paris Tour Eiffel
On some dates alternate hotels may be used. Day 6: Paris Today, relax and take some Day 7: Paris - Tour Ends Your tour time to explore on your own or simply do comes to a close today. Head home with as the Parisians do and sit at a sidewalk many wonderful memories of your Parisian café and watch the people go by. You adventure. (B) may choose to join an optional excursion to the magnificent palace and gardens of Versailles. Celebrate the end of a fabulous trip with a special dinner at the Paradis Latin, Paris’ oldest cabaret theatre. Enjoy a sumptuous dinner complete with wine, champagne and a delightful cabaret show. (B, D)
Collette Spotlights During a single-hotel stay, immerse yourself in the fanfare of a grand city or unwind in the timeless countryside. These tours illuminate the world’s most remarkable destinations.
This trip requires a passport Paradis Latin may be considered unsuitable for children; consult your tour manager. Triple accommodations are not available.
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Spotlight on Paris TS533 2015.indd 3 7/15/14 1:47 PM France Magnifique Notre Dame Cathedral Notre
Highlights: Paris • Seine Dinner Cruise • Normandy • Omaha Beach • Amboise • Winery Tour • TGV Train • Avignon • French Riviera • Nice • Monaco
Day 1: Overnight Flight Depart for a battle of Normandy in 1944. Later, see brimming with chateaux and parks, once the journey through France. Bask in the rich the remains of the artificial Mulberry port setting for the French court. Visit Chateau history, art, culture and romance of its built near Arromanche-les-Bains – where de Chenonceau on the banks of the Cher celebrated cities and charming towns. the allies resupplied their lines during the River, a jewel of Renaissance architecture liberation of France – before making your with traditional French gardens. Enjoy dinner Day 2: Paris, France - Tour Begins way to the hotel. (B, D) at a local bistro in Blois. (B, D) Your tour opens in beautiful Paris. Celebrate the beginning of a fabulous trip with a Day 5: Huppain Port-en-Bessin - Day 7: Blois - Amboise - Blois Embark wonderful sunset dinner cruise past famous D-Day Landing Sites This morning, visit on a tour of Chateau du Clos Luce, where glittering landmarks along the River Seine. the Omaha Beach Cemetery with time to Leonardo da Vinci spent his last three (D) visit the new interpretive center and see years, showcasing a display of his early the stars and stripes raised over the graves inventions. Proceed to the picturesque Day 3: Paris A panoramic tour of Paris of the valiant soldiers who gave their lives center of Amboise with free time to explore reveals the breathtaking architecture of the in the Battle of Normandy. Then, walk the colourful market street. Enjoy a tour and Arc de Triomphe; the Cathedral of Notre through la Pointe Du Hoc Ranger Memorial tasting at a well-known winery in Vouvray. Dame; the Place de la Concorde and its and see where the 2nd Ranger Battalion (B) commanding obelisk from the tomb of scaled 100-foot cliffs on D-Day to seize the Ramses II in Egypt; the Place Vendome; Day 8: Blois - Paris - TGV Train - fortified enemy position. Next, make your and the Champs-Elysées, the promenade Avignon Climb aboard the high-speed way to Sainte Mère Eglise, the heart of the famous for its people-watching. (B) TGV Train and “fly” through the French American Airborne operations on D-Day, and countryside on your way to Avignon, Day 4: Paris - Caen - Huppain Port- visit its parachute-shaped Airborne Museum. Provence. Upon arrival, enjoy some free time en-Bessin Set off for the Normandy coast. You will also visit other landing beaches, to stroll the historic cobbled streets lined During WWII, the largest invasion in history such as Utah and Juno. (B) with boutiques, or simply relax and sample took place here. Enjoy an insightful visit some local treats at one of the cafés that fill to the Memorial Peace Museum, built to Day 6: Huppain Port-en-Bessin - Blois Journey south to the Loire Valley which is the city’s plazas. (B, D) commemorate those who died in the epic
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France Magnifique TS287 2015.indd 2 7/16/14 2:08 PM France Magnifique 12 Days from $3159
What’s Included • 15 Meals • Sedan service & airport transfers when you purchase our air. See page 155 for details. Travel Dates March - April 2015 Double March 12, 19, 21 $2849 April 9, 11, 16, 18, 23 $2949
Itinerary featured is for May 2015 - April 2016 tour departures. Departures prior to this date will vary. Please confirm at time of reservation. May 2015 - April 2016 Double April 30 $3429 May 7, 14, 21, 28 $3489 June 11, 18 $3489 July 9, 16 $3379 August 27 $3379 September 3, 9, 10, 11, 23, 24, 25 $3489 October 1, 8, 15 $3379 Omaha Beach
Summer Palace October 22 $3319 St. Paul de Vence St. Paul de November 5 $3159 March 3, 10, 11 $3159 March 31 $3379 April 7 $3379 April 14, 21, 28 $3429
Single Room Supplement (+) $880 - $1160
Rates are land only, per person and in Canadian dollars. Call about additional dates. Purchase air Day 9: Avignon Get to know Avignon Learn the secrets of perfume making, from as part of your transportation package. during a walking tour with a local resident. extraction to distillation, when visiting a See page 156 for details. On your delightful tour of this walled city, famous parfumerie. Then it’s off to Nice, discover its legacy of being the center of the playground of the rich and famous. (B) Accommodations European religion for 70 years when the Day 11: Nice - Monaco - Nice Enjoy • Paris, 2 nights Popes moved there in 1309. Then, explore a morning stroll through the local Flower Crowne Plaza Republique some of the 25 rooms of the 14th-century Market in Nice. Next, see Place Massena papal palace, Palais des Papes, the and the lively seafront Promenade • Port-en-Bessin, 2 nights largest Gothic palace in the world. Filled des Anglais. Witness the splendour Mercure Omaha Beach or Ibis with priceless frescoes and home to nine of Monaco, the glittering gem of the • Blois or Tours, 2 nights Popes, the palace will amaze you. The Riviera. A panoramic tour highlights the Holiday Inn, Blois or Hotel L’Univers, Tours afternoon is at leisure for independent famous Casino of Monte Carlo and the exploration. (B) 13th-century Prince’s Palace. See the • Avignon or Nimes, 2 nights Day 10: Avignon - St. Paul de Vence Cathedral of Monaco, where Prince Rainier Mer cure Pont d’ Avignon, Avignon or - Grasse - Nice Today, journey to St. III and Princess Grace are buried. This Mercure Hotel Cite Des Papes, Avignon or Paul de Vence, a 16th-century walled evening, enjoy a farewell dinner at a quaint Hotel Imperator, Nimes town overlooking the Mediterranean restaurant. (B, D) • Nice, 2 nights coast. Travel to Grasse, a retreat in the Day 12: Nice - Tour Ends (B) Hotel Nice Riviera or Boscolo Plaza alluring Cote d’Azur region of France. On some dates alternate hotels may be used.
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France Magnifique TS287 2015.indd 3 7/16/14 2:08 PM Gardens of the Loire Chateau de Villandry
Highlights: Paris • Versailles • Chateau de Courances • Chateau de Chaumont-sur-Loire • International Garden Festival • Winery Tour • Plessis Sasnieres • Tours • Chateau de Villandry • Giverny
Day 1: Overnight Flight Discover the Eaux” fountain show, a majestic display chateau on your own. Complete your day distinctive horticultural gems of France from reminiscent of the glory days of Louis XIV. sampling the wine of the region during a tour Paris through the Loire Valley. Your visit is (B) at a well-known winery in the Loire Valley, highlighted by the 22nd annual International Day 4: Paris - Courances - Pithiviers complete with its chateau, gardens and chapel, all overlooking the Brenne Valley. (B) Garden Festival in Chaumont. - Tours Journey south to the Loire Valley. Day 2: Paris, France - Tour Begins Once the setting for the French court, this Day 6: Plessis Sasnieres - Villandry - Your tour opens in beautiful Paris, the “City region brims with chateaux and parks. Tours Today you are guests of Rosamée of Lights.” This evening, depart for the Left Drive deep into the ancient royal forest of Henrion and her son in their gardens at Bank and the original medieval quarter of Fontainebleau and discover the Chateau Plessis Sasnieres. Discover this romantic the city. Meet your fellow travellers and enjoy de Courances during a private guided tour countryside oasis on a guided tour. Learn dinner at a charming Parisian restaurant, that features the chateau and gardens. The how in 1960, as new owners, they began to complete with local music. (D) Ganay family has owned the chateau since cultivate the gardens that were abandoned 1872 and they continue to carefully maintain in 1914. They have since created this Day 3: Paris A panoramic tour of and develop the extensive gardens. Later, extensive garden in a unique style and are Paris reveals horticultural brilliance and stop in Pithiviers for a guided visit at the delighted to share their creation with you. breathtaking architecture. Visit the Parc Andre Eve Rose Gardens and Nursery. Enjoy Continue to the Chateau de Villandry, the Monceau and the Quai de Branly with dinner this evening at a local bistro. (B, D) last of the great Renaissance chateaux built Patrick Blanc’s vertical gardens. Spend the in the Loire. The current caretakers, the afternoon at King Louis XIV’s magnificent Day 5: Chaumont - Tours This morning Carvallo family, have spent over 100 years Gardens of Versailles, the largest palace visit the Chateau de Chaumont-sur-Loire, a restoring the gardens to their original glory. in Europe. Relive history as you stroll the UNESCO World Heritage site, and be part Discover the splendour of the gardens and incredible gardens, some of the most of the 22nd annual International Garden chateau during a private guided tour. (B) famous in the world. The gardens took Festival. Learn the history of the chateau over 40 years to complete. A highlight of and gardens with a local guide before having Day 7: Tours - Giverny - Paris Leaving your visit will be the enchanting “Grandes time to explore the garden festival and the wonders of the Loire behind, you
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Gardens of the Loire TS491 2015.indd 2 7/17/14 3:52 PM Gardens of the Loire 8 Days from $2879
What’s Included • 9 Meals • Sedan service & airport transfers when you purchase our air. See page 155 for details.
Travel Dates May 2015 - September 2015 Double May 15 $3429 June 12 $3429 July 10 $3209 August 21 $2879 September 4 $3319
Single Room Supplement (+) $770 - $1320 Rates are land only, per person and in Canadian dollars. Call about additional dates.
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Chateau de Chaumont-sur-Loire Accommodations • Paris, 2 nights Les Jardins du Marais • Tours, 3 nights Hotel L’Univers • Paris, 1 night travel to Bois Richeux. Feel like you have Day 8: Paris - Tour Ends Your journey Les Jardins du Marais stepped back in time when exploring through France’s natural wonders comes On some dates alternate hotels may be used. the medieval gardens, established more to a close today. (B) than 2,000 years ago. This afternoon you travel to Giverny on the River Seine. These tranquil gardens combine flora and water elements, and also inspired Monet’s greatest works when he lived in Giverny Pre/Post-night stay for more than 40 years. Celebrate the end Start or end your tour rested with an extra of a fabulous trip with a delightful dinner night in Paris; call for details. in beautiful Paris at a favourite restaurant next to the spectacular Bois de Boulogne. (B, D)
Royal Horticultural Society Garden Holidays In partnership with the esteemed Royal Horticultural Society, these botanically themed tours blend stunning horticultural attractions with all the benefits of guided travel.
This trip requires a passport RHS Garden Holidays are expertly crafted for their members. A one-year gift membership to the Royal Horticultural Society is included in the cost of your tour. Upon completion of your trip you will receive a Royal Horticultural Society gift pack by mail. Triple accommodations are not available due to hotel restrictions. Included breakfasts are French buffet breakfasts.
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Gardens of the Loire TS491 2015.indd 3 7/17/14 3:52 PM Treasures of France Photo caption
Highlights: • Paris • Eiffel Tower Dinner • TGV Train • Nimes Roman Arena • Avignon • Wine Tasting • Saint-Rémy • Aix-en Provence • Cezanne Workshop • Antibes • Perfume Workshop • Nice • Flower Market • Monaco
Day 1: Overnight Flight Journey Day 4: Paris Enjoy a day at leisure to and enjoy fine French dining at its best at through the best of France as you explore create your own adventure. You may choose your hotel’s elegant restaurant. (B, D) lively Paris, romantic Provence and delightful to stroll the elegant Champs-Elysées, visit Day 6: Nimes - Chateauneuf-du-Pape Nice, making many fascinating discoveries the Orsay Museum, take a cruise on the - Avignon - Nimes This morning your along the way. River Seine or simply watch the world go by journey brings you to the famous wine region Day 2: Paris, France - Tour Begins from a sidewalk café. Perhaps you will join of Chateauneuf-du-Pape. An expert guide an optional excursion to the world-renowned Your tour begins in Paris, the “City of Light.” leads you through the mysteries of wine and Louvre. (B) Tonight, sample delicious French cuisine and chocolate at a private tasting. Continue on witness breathtaking views during dinner at Day 5: Paris - TGV Train - Nimes to Avignon for a delightful tour of this historic the Eiffel Tower. (D) Climb aboard the high-speed TGV Train walled city. Avignon, often called the “City and “fly” through the beautiful French of Popes,” acted as a center of European Day 3: Paris A panoramic city tour countryside on your way to Provence. The religion for 70 years when the Popes moved reveals the breathtaking architecture of the city of Nimes reveals its deep history during there in 1309. Take a moment at the famous Arc de Triomphe, the Cathedral of Notre a tour that includes a visit to the elliptical Roman “Bridge of Avignon” before enjoying Dame, and the Place de la Concorde Roman amphitheater, the best preserved in some time for independent exploration. with its commanding obelisk from the France and still used as a bullfighting arena Complete your day savouring fine French tomb of Ramses II. You will also see the to this day. Next, visit the Maison Carrée cuisine at a local restaurant. (B, D) Place Vendôme, the Eiffel Tower and the (Square House), a small Roman temple; Champs-Elysées, the promenade famous Day 7: Nimes - Saint-Rémy - Aix-en the 18th-century Jardins de la Fontaine for its people-watching. After your guided Provence - Nimes Depart for Saint-Rémy (Gardens of the Fountain) built around the tour, experience what so many travellers where you will enjoy a visit to the bustling Roman Thermae ruins; and the Tour Magne dream about and take an afternoon to morning market in the city square – a (Great Tower), a ruined Roman tower. Relax independently explore this legendary city. Provencal tradition! Next, travel to Aix-en (B) Provence to tour the atelier (workshop) of
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Treasures of France TS444 2015.indd 2 7/16/14 11:35 AM Treasures of France 11 Days from $3429
What’s Included • 13 Meals • Sedan service & airport transfers when you purchase our air. See page 155 for details.
Travel Dates March - April 2015 Double March 12, 19 $ 2749 April 9, 16 $ 2799
Itinerary featured is for May 2015 - April 2016 tour departures. Departures prior to this date will vary. Please confirm at time of reservation. May 2015 - April 2016 Double May 21 $3759 June 4 $3759 July 9 $3759 September 10, 24 $3759 October 1 $3759 Monaco Avignon March 17 $3429 April 7 $3649
Summer Palace Single Room Supplement (+) $880 - $1250 Triple Room Reduction (-) $50
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Purchase air as part of your transportation package. See page 156 for details. the famous painter, Cezanne. Afterwards through the colourful and fragrant flower you have time to explore this lovely town, market in Nice. Then you’re off to discover once frequented by Hemingway and the Place Massena and the lively seafront inspiration to so many artists. Return to Promenade des Anglais. Your journey Nimes where your late afternoon is at takes you to witness the splendour of Accommodations leisure. (B). Monaco, the dazzling gem of the Riviera. • Paris, 3 nights Day 8: Nimes - Antibes - Grasse - A panoramic tour highlights the famous Crowne Plaza Republique and extravagant Casino of Monte Carlo Nice Journey to Antibes to rub shoulders • Nimes, 3 nights and the spectacular 13th-century Prince’s with Europe’s elite in this Riviera getaway. Hotel Imperator Palace. Pause to see the Cathedral of After some free time to explore, continue Monaco, where Prince Rainier III and to Grasse, the world’s center of perfume • Nice, 3 nights Princess Grace are buried. (B) making. Learn the secrets of perfume B4 Plaza or Nice Riviera making, from extraction to distillation, Day 10: Nice Revel in a day of leisure On some dates alternate hotels may be used. while visiting a famous perfumerie; then in Nice. Spend your day discovering the participate in a special workshop where world-class shopping; sampling the many you will create your own fragrance. Take French delicacies found in the south of home a unique and personal souvenir from France; or simply relaxing and taking in the this memorable hands-on experience. laid-back atmosphere. This evening, enjoy Pre/Post-night stay Then it’s off to Nice, the renowned a farewell dinner at a quaint restaurant. Start your tour rested with a pre-night stay playground of the rich and famous. (B) (B, D) in Paris. Relax after your tour with an extra night Day 9: Nice - Monaco - Nice This Day 11: Nice - Tour Ends Depart for in Nice; call for details. morning you’ll feel like a local as you stroll home with many wonderful memories. (B)
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Treasures of France TS444 2015.indd 3 7/16/14 11:36 AM Spotlight on the French Riviera new tour Plus, extend your trip with 3 nights in Paris Monaco
Highlights: Nice • Flower Market • St. Jean-Cap-Ferrat • Rothschild Villa and Gardens • Antibes • St. Paul de Vence • Grasse • Parfumerie Day 1: Overnight Flight The fabulous Day 3: St. Jean-Cap-Ferrat Get to know elegant café, or peruse the local shops…the French Riviera awaits your arrival, complete Nice while on a tour of the city. Discover choice is yours! (B) with elegant coastal resorts, superb its vibrant local flower market, where much Day 5: Monaco - Antibes - St. Paul de dining, fabulous shopping, and fascinating more than brightly coloured blooms are Vence A tour of Monaco will introduce museums. Unpack your bags just once sold. Following is a trip to the lively seafront you to the famous Casino of Monte Carlo, and stay at a single hotel for your entire Promenade des Anglais and Place Massena, the Place des Armes, Prince’s Palace, adventure which begins with an overnight the town’s center of activity. Then, travel the Avenue des Beaux Arts, and the Cathedral flight to France. spectacular coastline, passing the charming of Monaco, where Prince Rainier III and Day 2: Nice (French Riviera), France town of Villefranche-sur-Mer, east of Nice. Princess Grace are buried. Journey to In St. Jean-Cap-Ferrat, called the crown - Tour Begins Your tour commences charming Antibes to enjoy the typical jewel of the French Riviera, you visit the today in the stunning Mediterranean city of Provençal market and explore this ancient impressive Rothschild Villa and Gardens. Nice, long revered as the playground of the port town. Next is historic St. Paul de Vence, This stunning seaside palazzo overlooks the rich and famous. With an average of nearly situated atop a hill overlooking the beautiful Mediterranean and boasts seven themed 300 sunny days per year, Nice is a seaside countryside. This walled medieval town gardens. (B) paradise. This evening, join your fellow is filled with traditional buildings, hidden travellers for a welcome dinner featuring Day 4: Day at Leisure Enjoy a full day alleyways, fabulous restaurants, and many delightful French cuisine artfully presented. at leisure to relax or explore romantic Nice specialty shops. As you explore, soak in (D) on your own. Stroll by the shore, linger in an its distinctive light, said to have inspired
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Spotlight on the French Riviera TS248 2015.indd 2 7/16/14 11:38 AM Spotlight on the French Riviera spotlights 8 Days from $1799
Plus, extend your trip with 3 nights in Paris What’s Included • 9 Meals • Sedan service & airport transfers when you purchase our air. See page 155 for details.
Travel Dates February - April 2015 Double February 19, 26 $2099 March 5, 12, 19, 23 $2149 April 9, 16, 23 $2249
Itinerary featured is for May 2015 - April 2016 tour departures. Departures prior to this date will vary. Please confirm at time of reservation. September 2015 - April 2016 Double September 3, 10, 17, 24 $2069 October 1, 8 $2019
Nice November 5 $1849 November 12, 15 $1799 March 3, 10 $1959 Monte Carlo March 31 $2019 Summer Palace April 7, 14 $2019
Single Room Supplement (+) $490 - $850 Triple Room Reduction (-) $30
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Purchase air as part of your transportation package. Matisse, Braque, Chagall, and many other prepared since 1782. Spend time soaking See page 156 for details. artists. (B, D) up the atmosphere of this charming town. Visit the fascinating museum dedicated Day 6: Day at Leisure The day is yours to the artist Fragonard and the Museum to create your own adventure. The old of Provençal Costume. Then, follow the city is the perfect place to explore antique road high above the Loup River Gorge to Accommodations shops and boutiques, or indulge in some Gourdon for an unparalleled panoramic scrumptious, world-renowned French • Nice, 6 nights view. This evening, join your fellow pastry. (B) Ellington Hotel travellers for a farewell dinner celebrating On some dates alternate hotels may be used. Day 7: Grasse - Gourdon Learn the the end of an unforgettable trip. (B, D) secrets of perfume making with a tour Depart for of the Fragonard Parfumerie in Grasse, Day 8: Nice - Tour Ends home with many wonderful memories of where fragrant formulations have been your journey through the Cote d’Azur. (B)
Collette Spotlights Pre-night stay Start your tour rested with a pre-night stay During a single-hotel stay, immerse yourself in the fanfare of a grand city or unwind in the in Nice; call for details. timeless countryside. These tours illuminate the world’s most remarkable destinations.
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Spotlight on the French Riviera TS248 2015.indd 3 7/21/14 12:25 PM Italian Vistas Capri
Highlights: Rome • Colosseum • Ruins of Pompeii • Sorrento Coast • Isle of Capri • Florence • Statue of David • Leaning Tower of Pisa • Tuscan Winery • Venice • Murano Island • Verona • Stresa • Locarno, Switzerland
Day 1: Overnight Flight Ciao, Italy! Day 5: Rome - Pompeii - Sorrento Day 7: Sorrento Coast - Florence After a short lesson on the local Today, Tuscany unfolds with its panorama Day 2: Rome, Italy - Tour Begins Arrive Coast language, journey south toward the brilliant of vineyards and olive groves. Florence, in Rome and join your fellow travellers for a Bay of Naples where charming villages are the “Cradle of the Italian Renaissance,” special welcome dinner featuring regional built into hillsides above a sparkling blue awaits and offers Italy’s best art and delicacies and Italian wines. (D) sea. Soak in 2,000 years of history during architecture. Visit the Academy Gallery to Day 3: Rome - Classical Rome City your discovery of the excavated ruins of see Michelangelo’s magnificent sculpture Tour A locally guided tour of Classical Pompeii. A local guide provides an in- of David. This evening, it’s Diner’s Choice… Rome features such sights as the Piazza depth view of this remarkably preserved tonight your dinner is included and you’ll Venezia, the Roman Forum, the Circus archaeological site. Continue to the scenic choose the perfect spot from a “menu” of Maximus, and the Arch of Constantine. resort town of Sorrento and take some time Florence’s great restaurants. (B, D) During an in-depth visit to the Colosseum, to explore the city independently. End your Day 8: Florence A locally guided tour your guide recounts its rich history. The day on the breathtaking Sorrento Coast. (B) highlights the Piazza del Duomo, with its catacombs, burial place of early Christians, Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, and the the mythic Pantheon, and Piazza Navona Day 6: Sorrento Coast - Isle of Capri A scenic boat ride famous Gates of Paradise on the Baptistery are also featured. (B) - Sorrento Coast brings you to the enchanting Isle of Capri. of St. John. You also view the magnificent Day 4: Rome Enjoy a full day at leisure Upon arrival, take a panoramic ride to the Piazza della Signoria with its imposing to explore Rome’s cultural treasures island’s highest town, Anacapri. Spend Palazzo Vecchio. (B) independently. Your tour manager will be on time in Capri town, with its world-famous Day 9: Florence - Pisa - Venice Visit hand to offer suggestions. Perhaps a trip piazzetta, and explore this island paradise of the ancient maritime Republic of Pisa to to Vatican City, with an optional tour to the chic boutiques, lush vegetation and outdoor discover the Piazza Dei Miracoli, the Duomo Vatican Museums and St. Peter’s Basilica, cafés before returning to the Sorrento Coast. (Cathedral) and the famous Leaning Tower. will be on your personal sightseeing list. (B) (B, D) A special stop is made at a Tuscan winery
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Italian Vistas TS21 2015.indd 2 7/15/14 1:49 PM Italian Vistas 13 Days from $3649
What’s Included • 18 Meals • Sedan service & airport transfers when you purchase our air. See page 155 for details. Travel Dates February - April 2015 Double February 16 $2999 February 28 $3249 March 2, 7, 9, 14, 16, 21 $3249 April 6, 11, 13, 18, 20 $3549 Itinerary featured is for May 2015 - April 2016 tour departures. Departures prior to this date will vary. Please confirm at time of reservation. May 2015 - April 2016 Double May 2, 9, 16 $4259 May 23, 25, 30 $4369 June 1, 6, 8, 22 $4369 July 4, 11, 13, 25 $3869 Venice
Pompeii August 8, 15, 29 $3869 August 31 $4309
Summer Palace September 2, 5, 6, 7, 12, 13 $4369 September 14, 18, 19, 21, 26 $4369 October 3, 5, 10, 12 $4369 October 17, 19, 26 $4199 October 31 $3759 November 7, 9 $3759 February 29 $3649 March 5, 7, 12, 13, 14 $3649 Highlights: Rome • Colosseum • Ruins of Pompeii • Sorrento Coast • Isle of Capri • Florence • Statue of April 2, 4, 9, 11, 16, 18, 23, 25 $4089 David • Leaning Tower of Pisa • Tuscan Winery • Venice • Murano Island • Verona • Stresa • Locarno, Switzerland Single Room Supplement (+) $750 - $1320 Triple Room Reduction (-) $30 - $50 and farm to enjoy lunch and sample local home for the next two nights, and admire Rates are land only, per person and in Canadian dollars. wines and specialties. Next, cross the the beautiful views of Lago Maggiore. Call about additional dates. Apennine Mountains en route to Venice, (B, D) where 117 islands are connected by a Day 12: Stresa - Locarno, Purchase air latticework of 150 canals and 400 bridges. Switzerland - Isola dei Pescatori, as part of your transportation package. (B, L, D) See page 156 for details. Italy - Stresa Today, cross into Day 10: Venice - Murano Island - Switzerland and the picturesque lakeside Venice Embark on a boat trip (weather resort of Locarno for magnificent views, Accommodations permitting) to Murano Island for a glass- excellent shopping and charming cafés. • Rome, 3 nights blowing demonstration. Return to St. Tonight we travel by boat to Isola dei Grand Hotel Palatino, Mediterraneo Hotel, Mark’s Square where a local expert takes Pescatori for a farewell dinner while or Imperiale Hotel you on a walking tour of the Basilica, surrounded by beautiful scenery. (B, D) Doge’s Palace and the legendary Bridge • Sorrento, 2 nights Day 13: Stresa - Tour Ends (B) of Sighs. The remainder of the day is at Towers Hotel or Bristol Hotel leisure to explore independently. (B) • Florence, 2 nights Day 11: Venice - Verona - Stresa Grand Hotel Baglioni, NH Anglo Depart Venice for Verona to stroll the American Hotel, or Hotel Albani streets that were the backdrop for • Venice, 2 nights Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet. Hotel Bellini or Hotel LaGare (Murano-Venice) Arrive in the resort town of Stresa in the breathtaking Italian Lakes district, your • Stresa, 2 nights Regina Palace Hotel On some dates alternate hotels may be used. This trip requires a passport All air passengers depart from Milan MXP airport. If you are purchasing your own airfare, return flights should not be booked prior to 10 a.m. Pre-night stay All transfers will depart from Stresa for Milan MXP airport. Start your tour rested with a pre-night stay in Rome; call for details. See page 155 Visit www.gocollette.com to learn more about on-tour options. 57
Italian Vistas TS21 2015.indd 3 7/15/14 1:49 PM Reflections of Italy Plus, extend your trip with 1 night in Turin Venice
Highlights: Rome • Colosseum • Assisi • Perugia • Siena • Florence • Chianti Winery • Venice • Murano Island • Milan
Day 1: Overnight Flight Welcome phrases. Travel to Assisi, birthplace of St. Michelangelo’s incredible statue of David. to Italy, a land rich in history, culture, art Francis. Take in the old-world atmosphere During your cultural tour of Florence you’ll and romance. Your journey begins with an on a guided walking tour of the old city, also view the Cathedral of Santa Maria del overnight flight. including the Basilica of St. Francis. Fiore, the Palazzo Vecchio and the Church Then you are off to medieval Perugia, the of Santa Croce. The remainder of the day Day 2: Rome, Italy - Tour Begins historic capital of Umbria. Behold one of is at leisure to enjoy this fascinating city on Welcome to Rome, “The Eternal City.” This the grandest squares in Italy, the Piazza your own. (B) evening, join your fellow travellers for a IV Novembre, and delight in the medieval special welcome dinner at a popular local Day 7: Florence - Venice Start your day palaces and ornate cathedrals. (B, D) restaurant featuring regional delicacies and with a visit to a historic winery in the heart fine Italian wines. (D) Day 5: Perugia - Siena - Florence of the Chianti region. In the shadow of its A scenic journey through Tuscany’s graceful 12th-century castle, learn about the winery’s Day 3: Rome This morning you’ll come low-lying hills brings you to the mystical famed Tuscan wines and enjoy a light lunch to know the history and traditions of Rome city of Siena. Delight in its narrow Gothic filled with local specialties. This afternoon, while on a locally guided panoramic tour streets, magnificent palaces and historic journey through central Italy, crossing the featuring the impressive Piazza Venezia, the Piazza del Campo. After a walking tour with wooded Apennine Mountains toward the Circus Maximus, the Arch of Constantine, a local expert, take some time to explore Valley of the Po. Enchanting Venice awaits the famous Piazza Navona and a visit to the the medieval corners of Siena. You are sure with 117 tiny islands and its latticework of Colosseum. This afternoon it’s your choice! to find many surprises among its shops and 150 canals and 400 bridges. (B, L, D) Perhaps a trip to Vatican City, with an outdoor cafés. Arrive in Florence and enjoy optional tour to the Vatican Museums and Day 8: Venice - Murano Island - some free time before gathering for dinner. St. Peter’s Basilica, will be on your personal Venice See Venice from the water this (B, D) sightseeing list. (B) morning as we board a boat (weather Day 6: Florence In Florence, the permitting) bound for Murano Island for Day 4: Rome - Assisi - Perugia “Cradle of the Italian Renaissance,” visit an up-close glass making demonstration. Ease your way into the local culture as the world-famous Academy Gallery to see Discover the secrets of this ancient art your tour manager shares a few key Italian
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Reflections of Italy TS14 2015.indd 2 7/18/14 10:22 AM Reflections of Italy 10 Days from $2659
What’s Included • 14 Meals • Sedan service & airport transfers when you purchase our air. See page 155 for details. Travel Dates January 2015 - April 2015 Double January 19 $2149 February 16, 23 $2249 March 2, 4 $2349 March 9, 11, 16, 18, 23, 25 $2449 April 6, 8, 13, 15, 20, 22 $2649 Itinerary featured is for May 2015 - April 2016 tour departures. Departures prior to this date will vary. Please confirm at time of reservation. May 2015 - April 2016 Double May 4, 11, 13, 18, 25 $3209 June 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 $3209 July 6, 13, 20, 27 $2989 Milan Assisi August 3, 10 $2989 August 31 $3209 September 2, 7, 8, 9, 14, 15, 16 $3209 September 21, 22, 23, 28, 30 $3209 Summer Palace October 5, 7, 12, 13, 14, 19, 21 $3209 October 22, 26, 27 $3209 October 28 $2989 November 2, 3, 4, 5, 9 $2989 November 10, 11, 12 $2939 November 16, 17 $2879 January 25 $2659 February 22 $2659 February 29 $2769 March 1, 2, 7, 8, 9 $2769 March 14, 28 $2989 March 30 $3209 April 4, 11, 12, 13, 14, 25, 26 $3209 and marvel at the intricate designs of Europe – the Opera House La Scala and April 5, 6 $3429 each one-of-a-kind piece. Next, return to Vittorio Emanuele Gallery. Later, perhaps Single Room Supplement (+) $400 - $1210 Venice and visit lively St. Mark’s Square, you will indulge in some shopping at Triple Room Reduction (-) $30 - 60 the cultural hub of the city. Uncover the the “Quadrilatero della Moda,” Milan’s Rates are land only, per person and in Canadian dollars. stories of Venice as a local expert guides high-fashion district. Continue to Milan Call about additional dates. you on a walking tour of the area featuring Malpensa for a farewell dinner celebrating St. Mark’s Basilica, the Doge’s Palace, the the end of an unforgettable trip. (B, D) Accommodations Bridge of Sighs and the Clock Tower with Day 10: Milan Malpensa - Tour • Rome, 2 nights its famous Moors. (B) Ends Your tour comes to a close in Milan Hotel dei Borgia, NH Vittorio Veneto or Day 9: Venice - Milan Malpensa Malpensa this morning. (B) Massimo D’Azeglio Hotel Today you travel to Milan. Take in • Perugia, 1 night some of the city’s amazing sights on a Sangallo Palace Hotel or Roseo Hotel (Assisi) locally guided panoramic tour including • Florence, 2 nights the Duomo – this magnificent Gothic Starhotels Michelangelo, Best Western cathedral is the third-largest church in Rivoli Hotel or Albani Hotel • Venice, 2 nights Carlton on the Grand Canal Hotel or LaGare Hotel (Murano Island) Extend your trip in Turin • Malpensa, 1 night Enjoy a 1-night stay in historical Turin, where you will see a Cr owne Plaza Malpensa or Sheraton Malpensa Airport replica of the mystical Shroud of Turin. See page 153 for details. On some dates alternate hotels may be used.
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Reflections of Italy TS14 2015.indd 3 7/18/14 10:22 AM Italy Family Discovery The Colosseum
Highlights: Venice • Florence • Pisa • Pasta Making Lesson • Leonardo da Vinci Museum • Rome • Gladiator School
Day 1: Overnight Flight Join us for an St. Mark’s Basilica, the Bridge of Sighs and Vecchio and the Church of Santa Croce, unforgettable family adventure through Italy’s the Clock Tower with its famous Moors. This where Michelangelo and Galileo are buried. most magical cities – Venice, Florence and afternoon, lead your family on a discovery of Then, taste one of Italy’s sweetest treasures Rome. Explore Italy by foot, train and boat – Venice, scavenger hunt-style – we provide – gelato, a frozen treat for the whole family. making your way through ancient and scenic the map and clues, you provide the sense This afternoon, set off on a scenic drive landscapes. Filled with history and culture, of adventure! You may choose to see the to nearby Artimino, a historic town on these cities come to life before your eyes. city by gondola – there is no better way to the hills overlooking Florence. Check into Your journey begins with an overnight flight. experience the magic of Venice than on a your very own apartment, located in the serenaded gondola ride through its canals! ancient hamlet and within the city walls, for Day 2: Venice, Italy - Tour Begins Your Or, perhaps come to know the artistry behind a two-night stay. Prior to dinner, enjoy an tour opens in Venice – the city of gondolas, the symbol of Venice during an optional after-hours visit to the 16th-century Medici canals and hundreds of islands connected Venetian mask-making workshop. (B) Villa. Revel in the beauty that lurks inside, by bridges. Tonight, join your new friends experience the villa’s magnificence and its for a special welcome dinner featuring some Day 4: Venice - Florence - Tuscan intriguing history. Your evening continues in famous Italian specialties and fine Italian Estate Climb aboard the trendy Eurostar the estate’s charming restaurant. Experience wines. (D) Italia train this morning and head to an authentic and traditional Tuscan dinner. Florence, the spectacular capital of Tuscany. Day 3: Venice Today you explore Savour local wines, Tuscan food and enjoy Ease your way into the local culture as Venice’s enchanting spots. This morning, the surroundings. (B, D) your tour manager teaches you a few key on Murano Island, you’ll receive an up-close phrases of the native language before demonstration on how Murano glass is Day 5: Tuscan Estate - Pisa - Tuscan discovering the great city of Florence with Estate Have your camera handy for your made. Next, take a boat trip to Venice and the help of a local expert. Enjoy a leisurely visit to the Leaning Tower of Pisa so you, visit charming St. Mark’s Square, the lively paced walking tour featuring the Piazza Del too, can take a picture that makes it appear hub of the city’s activity and events for more Duomo, the Cathedral of Santa Maria del as if you are holding this iconic building up! than a millennium. A local expert will guide Fiore and the Baptistry. View the Palazzo Explore the many historic sites in the ancient you on a walking tour of the area featuring
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Italy’s Treasures: Art, Food & Wine of Italy Tuscany
Highlights: Italian Lakes Region • Stresa • Lago Maggiore • Italian Riviera • Portofino • Cinque Terre • Lucca • Tuscany • Florence • Siena • Wine Tasting • Italian Cooking Class • Bologna • Venice
Day 1: Overnight Flight Set out on Day 4: Stresa - Orta - Italian Riviera Day 6: Italian Riviera - Lucca - Tuscan your overnight flight to Italy! Ease your way into the local culture as Villa Drive to the medieval city of Lucca, Day 2: Stresa, Italy - Tour Begins your tour manager teaches you a few key encircled by 16th-century Renaissance phrases of the native language. Depart the walls. Tour the piazza on foot. Next, visit the Begin in Stresa, on the shore of Lago lake region for Sestri Levante on the Ligurian Cathedral of San Martino and the Piazza Maggiore. Visit a wine shop and enjoy a coast. Stop at Lake Orta and take a boat to Napoleone. End the day in a traditional cocktail party, tasting some local products. Isola di San Giulio. Walk the grounds of this Tuscan villa and begin a relaxing four-night A boat transports you to your welcome charming island with its working convent. stay. (B, D) dinner on Isola dei Pescatori, the most Experience the outdoor cafés and shops picturesque of the Borromean Islands. (D) Day 7: Florence Get to know Florence of this lakeside resort. Continue on to the with a walking tour of the city’s treasures and Day 3: Stresa - Lago Maggiore - Stresa Italian Riviera! (B, D) monuments, including the Piazza del Duomo, Today you choose how you want to spend center of religious life in medieval Florence, your day in Stresa. Perhaps you will choose Day 5: Italian Riviera - Portofino - Travel to the seaside town and the Piazza della Signoria. Visit the to cruise on scenic Lago Maggiore past Cinque Terre of Santa Margherita Ligure for a boat ride Museo della Casa Fiorentina Antica, housed islands, villas, and historic palaces, and also to glamorous Portofino. Take in the town’s in the 14th-century Palazzo Davanzati. enjoy a guided visit to the quaint town of colourful harbour dotted with fishing boats Explore independently before returning to Pallanza. Or, visit an ancient village nestled and yachts set against a backdrop of pastel- your villa. At dinner, sample Tuscan cuisine in in the mountains where you stop at a local coloured buildings. Travelling by rail through one of Tuscany’s locandas. (B, D) farm to sample their artisanally produced the villages of the Cinque Terre, traverse the cheeses paired with the region’s delicious Day 8: Siena Travel to Siena for an rugged coastal area dotted with terraced wines. Your evening in Stresa is at leisure. expert-led walking tour. Visit the town’s vineyards. Arrive at this nearly inaccessible Perhaps you will investigate the piazzas, dramatic cathedral, a stunning example string of fishing villages tucked between the flower-lined cobblestoned streets and of Romanesque and Gothic architecture. mountains and the Mediterranean. Enjoy an lakeside promenades. (B) Stroll through narrow medieval streets as afternoon independently exploring. (B) you experience life in this historic cultural
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Tuscan and Umbrian Countryside San Gimignano
Highlights: Rome • Orvieto • Spoleto • Cooking Class • Olive Oil Factory • Bevagna • Montefalco • Home-Hosted Lunch • Assisi • Winery • Florence • Siena • Monteriggioni • Volterra • San Gimignano
Day 1: Overnight Flight Board your to the 13th century. Enjoy free time to Assisi, birthplace of St. Francis, for a guided overnight flight to the Italian capital city of peruse the town’s shops and cafés. Pay walking tour of the old city, including the Rome. a visit to a country restaurant housed in a Basilica of St. Francis and its medieval 16th-century farmhouse. The chef provides streets. Take time to explore the city on your Day 2: Rome, Italy - Tour Begins Meet a hands-on Umbrian cooking lesson. Indulge own. (B, L) your fellow travellers in Rome for a welcome in an early dinner in the countryside. (B, D) dinner in a local restaurant. Join in an Day 7: Umbria - Winery - Tuscany interactive and fun presentation on Italy’s Day 5: Umbria - Olive Oil Factory Journey from Umbria through southern wines given by the restaurant’s sommelier. - Bevagna - Montefalco - Umbria Tuscany. Make a stop at a winery to Indulge in a traditional four-course meal Explore Umbria’s specialty food items discover the wine cellar, family estate, paired with some of the country’s finest through a series of tastings. Start the day vineyards, olive groves and stunning views. wines. (D) with a visit to a local olive oil factory in the The winery’s chef prepares an authentic area of Trevi. Travel to Bevagna for a guided Tuscan lunch, expertly paired with wines Day 3: Rome - Orvieto - Umbria Travel walking tour featuring Roman and medieval produced on-site. Make yourself at home in to the Etruscan hill town of Orvieto, known archaeological and architectural marvels. Tuscany in your restored palazzo for the next for its white wine and Gothic cathedral Stop off in Montefalco, nicknamed the four nights. (B, L) housing a Signorelli fresco. Take time for a “Balcony of Umbria.” Visit a local winery and leisurely lunch or explore this town on your Day 8: Tuscany - Florence - Tuscany sip some of this region’s most prized wine, own. Spend the next four nights in a palace Set out on a short journey to Florence, the Sagrantino, accompanied by some local in a pristine Umbrian hill town. (B, D) “Cradle of the Italian Renaissance.” Begin specialties. (B) with a guided walking tour of the city sights, Day 4: Umbria - Spoleto - Cooking Day 6: Umbria - Home-Hosted including the cathedral of Santa Maria Del Class - Umbria Embark on a guided After a leisurely Fiore, located in the religious center of the walking tour of historic Spoleto. See Lunch - Assisi - Umbria morning, an Umbrian family welcomes Piazza Del Duomo and the Palazzo Vecchio. medieval palaces, the ornate Duomo of you to their country home as they prepare Join your local guide in exploring the unique Santa Maria Assunta, and the magnificent a delicious home-cooked meal. Travel to qualities of the city focusing on Florence’s Ponte delle Torri, an aqueduct dating back
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Tuscany,Montaione, • 4nights • Spoleto orTrevi, Umbria, 4 nights 1night Rome, • Accommodations See page 156fordetails. See page 11 Days from $3429 as partofyourtransportationpackage. Purchase air in Tuscany; call for details. in Rome.Relaxafteryourtourwith anextranight Start yourtourrested withapre-night stay Pre/Post-night stay • • What’s Included Travel Dates Mar Rates arelandonly Single RoomSupplement April 15,16,22,23,29 April April Mar November 6,7,13 8, October 30,31 October 16,17,23,24 October 3,9,10 9 September 5,11,12,18,19,25,26 August 1,8,29 July June 13,20 May 8,16,23,30 May 2015-April2016 at timeofreservation. Please confirm departures. willvary. Departurespriortothisdate Itinerar April 10,11,17,18,24,25 February February -April2015 27 Call aboutadditionaldates. T riple RoomReduction UNA PalazzoMannaioni Hotel AnticaDimoraAllaRocca(T Hotel Imperiale or HotelSanLuca(Spoleto) Hotel DeiDuchi(Spoleto), On someda See page 155fordetails. See page when youpurchase ourair. & Sedan service 16 Meals ch 4,5,11 ch 6,13,14,20,21 11 1, 2 y featured isforMay2015- y featured 2016tour April
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Discover Tuscany new tour Tuscan countryside Tuscan
Highlights: Rome • Assisi • Basilica of St. Francis • Montecatini Terme • Lucca • Gothic Line • San Gimignano • Winery Tour • Florence
Day 1: Overnight Flight Your adventure the historic old city. Continue through the Day 5: San Gimignano Discover the begins with an overnight flight to Italy. rolling countryside of Tuscany, ending in hilltop village of San Gimignano, one of the Rolling landscapes, savoury wines, delicious the famous spa resort town of Montecatini most picturesque places in Tuscany. Explore food and stunning architecture... this can Terme, your home for the next six nights. this enchanting medieval town, from its only be Tuscany. On this special journey (B, D) famous 14 towers to its magnificent vistas you will enjoy walking tours in Italy’s most Day 4: Lucca - Borgo a Mozzano - overlooking the vineyards of Tuscany. Enjoy charming towns, visit magnificent historic Gothic Line Set out on a guided visit to free time for lunch and perhaps indulge in monuments and sample mouth-watering Lucca, Tuscany’s best-kept secret. Offering some famous Italian gelato before visiting cuisine and wines. Renaissance walls, Romanesque churches, some of the town’s great shops. Your day continues with a special visit to a Tuscan Day 2: Rome, Italy - Tour Begins Your medieval streets flanked by towers, and winery for the opportunity to sample a tour opens in Rome, the cosmopolitan delightful squares, Lucca is sure to charm selection of the local wines in one of the capital of Italy. This evening, get acquainted you. Visit the Basilica di San Frediano before Chianti regions that have made Tuscany so with your fellow travellers during a festive stopping to explore the home of well-known well-known. During your visit, learn about welcome dinner at a local restaurant where composer Giacomo Puccini where you the art of winemaking and the process of regional foods, fun Italian melodies and fine will see the piano on which he composed making Italian olive oil. (B, D) Italian wines kick off your Tuscan adventure. Turandot. Enjoy some free time for lunch (D) and to explore on your own. Afterwards, Day 6: Florence A cultural tour in depart for Borgo a Mozzano and view Day 3: Rome - Assisi - Montecatini the “Cradle of the Italian Renaissance” the remarkable Ponte del Diavolo (Devil’s showcases the beautiful city of Florence. Terme After a short lesson on the local Bridge). Next, view the Gothic Line. Built by A local Florentine guide highlights many language, travel north from Rome to the the Germans, it was one of their last lines of of the city’s priceless treasures including medieval walled city of Assisi, the birthplace defense during WWII. Visit the Museum of the Academy Gallery, which houses of the patron saint of Italy, St. Francis. A Liberation and see the actual fortifications Michelangelo’s monumental statue of David. local expert guides you on a tour of the and bunkers. (B) At the Piazza del Duomo, which is the magnificent Basilica of St. Francis and center of religious life in medieval Florence,
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Discover Tuscany TS40 2015.indd 2 7/18/14 1:22 PM Discover Tuscany See page 155 See page Discover Tuscany TS402015.indd 3 Visit www.gocollette.com more options. to learn abouton-tour you choose. Visit one of itsworld-classyou choose.Visit many treasures ofthisgreat cityhowever Florence foradelightfuldaytoexplore the Day 8:Florence del Campo.(B) palaces, mansionsandthehistoricPiazza Gothic streets andbeholdstunning lovely walkingtourthrough Siena’s narrow, the beautifulcityofSiena…embarkona you willchooseanoptionalexcursionto many finelocal restaurants. Orperhaps the localboutiquesanddineatoneof flavour. Take thisopportunitytoshopat is yourstorelax andexperiencethelocal Day 7: Terme Montecatini as youchoose.(B) at leisure toexplore thisunparalleledcity to St.John.Theremainder ofyourdayis bronze doorsoftheBaptisterydedicated of SantaMariadelFiore andthegilded you willseetheimpressive Cathedral This trip requiresThis trip apassport Today wereturnto The day
San Gimignano Tuscan countryside.(B,D) wines whileoverlookingthemagical featuring traditionalcuisineandsavoury evening whenyouattendaTuscan feast A delightfulexperienceawaitsyouthis shop forlocalcrafts–thechoiceisyours! museums, indulgeinaTuscan lunch, ends today. (B) Day -Rome 9:Montecatini Day 10: -Tour Rome Ends region ofTuscany. (B,D) trip totheunforgettableandever-beautiful music, celebratingtheendofamemorable for afarewell dinner, completewithItalian This evening,joinyourfellowtravellers Vatican Museums andSt.Peter’s Basilica. Vatican City to visitthecollectionsof opportunity toenjoyanoptionaltour Rome. Uponarrivalyouwillhavean andreturntoMontecatini thismorning Your tour Depart
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Spotlight on Florence new tour
Highlights: Duomo • Academy Gallery • Michelangelo’s David • Dine Around • Certaldo Alto • San Gimignano • Palazzo Pitti
Day 1: Overnight Flight Join us on an cupola, the Baptistery with the Gates of Choice…your dinner is included and you’ll in-depth exploration that reveals the artistic Paradise, and Giotto Bell Tower. Explore the choose the perfect spot from a “menu” of and cultural treasures of Florence, the Academy Gallery and see Michelangelo’s Florence’s great restaurants. (B, D) “Cradle of the Italian Renaissance.” magnificent sculpture ofDavid . The Day 5: Florence - Certaldo Alto - San remainder of the day is yours to explore this Day 2: Florence, Italy - Tour Begins Gimignano - Florence Journey through enchanting city on your own. (B) Arrive today in one of the most beautiful the Tuscan countryside to the charming cities in the world. Long a cultural capital, Day 4: Florence Join a local expert on a hillside village of Certaldo Alto. This medieval Florence is home to a third of the world’s guided tour of the Uffizi Gallery, the largest gem will transport you back in time. Relax art treasures. This evening, join your fellow museum in the city. See works from some of amid the breathtaking views of the rolling travellers for a special welcome dinner. (D) history’s greatest artists including Botticelli, hills. Afterwards, travel to the town of San Day 3: Florence Meet your local guide this Donatello, Rembrandt, and da Vinci to name Gimignano. A local guide will walk you morning for a walking tour of the city a few. Spend the afternoon exploring this through this hilltop town famous for its Florence highlighting the Ponte Vecchio, Palazzo immense museum or simply spend time numerous towers, frescoes and other art Vecchio, Piazza della Signoria, the Duomo relaxing at a sidewalk café taking in the treasures. (B) complex, the Cathedral, Brunelleschi’s lively atmosphere. This evening, it’s Diner’s
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Accommodations • Florence, 5 nights Day 6: Florence Today, be captivated by Day 7: Florence - Tour Ends Your tour Hotel Pitti Palace Al Ponte Vecchio grandeur at the elegant Palazzo Pitti. An comes to a close today with everlasting expert on this Renaissance palace guides memories of the unforgettable city of On some dates alternate hotels may be used. us through the 15th-century structure. Florence. (B) Home to several museums, it was once the chief residence of the Medici family. The remainder of the day is at leisure to immerse yourself in the culture of Florence. Tonight, toast to the end of your Florentine adventure with your fellow travellers at your farewell dinner. (B, D)
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Spotlight on Florence TS543 2015 REV.indd 3 7/16/14 11:49 AM Spotlight on Rome new tour Roman Forum
Highlights: Roman Forum • Colosseum • Palatino Hill • Vatican Museums • St. Peter’s Basilica • Ostia Antica
Day 1: Overnight Flight Join us on the Colosseum, once home to gladiatorial awe of the opulence at the Sistine Chapel an adventure through the art, history and combat and wild animal fights dating back and St. Peter’s Basilica. (B, D) to the 1st century. Spend time reflecting culture of Rome, “The Eternal City.” Day 5: Rome The day is at leisure to on the life of an emperor during a visit to Day 2: Rome, Italy - Tour Begins Your relax, shop or explore the city. Rome is Palatino Hill, the location of ruins of many tour opens in Rome. You will be captivated a fascinating city with many remarkable former palaces. The remainder of the day is by its old-world charm blending with its lively museums such as Capitoline Museums or yours to explore as you choose. (B) cosmopolitan energy. This evening, meet Villa Borghese. You may decide to explore your fellow travellers for dinner at a local Day 4: Rome Discover the beauty of the the Capuchin Crypt beneath the church of restaurant. (D) sophisticated ancient art of mosaics. A Santa Maria della Concezione, containing local guide will lead you to some of Rome’s the skeletons of approximately 4,000 friars. Day 3: Rome This morning you’ll come churches that are bursting with mosaic Perhaps you will choose to learn the secrets to know the history and traditions of ancient masterpieces. Gaze at amazing works of art of Roman cooking by partaking in an Rome on a locally guided tour. Take a in the Basilica di San Clemente, Basilica di optional cooking class. (B) walk through time at the Roman Forum, Santa Maria Maggiore and Basilica di Santa a former marketplace and main center of Day 6: Rome - Ostia Antica - Rome Prassede. This afternoon, we continue ancient Roman life. Imagine the energy of Journey outside the city to Ostia Antica. exploring Rome’s treasures during a guided 80,000 spectators cheering during a visit of You will be amazed by its well-preserved visit to the Vatican Museums. You will be in
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Spotlight on Rome TS542 2015.indd 2 7/16/14 11:51 AM Spotlight on Rome spotlights 7 Days from $1799
What’s Included • 8 Meals • Sedan service & airport transfers when you purchase our air. See page 155 for details.
Travel Dates May 2015 - April 2016 Double May 12 $2349 June 9 $2349 July 7 $1959 August 11 $1799 September 15 $2349 October 13 $2349 November 3 $1959 December 1 $1799 January 12 $1799 February 16 $1849 March 8 $1959 April 12 $2349
Colosseum Single Room Supplement (+) $600 - $660
Summer Palace Triple Room Reduction (-) $30 St. Peter’s Basilica St. Peter’s Rates are land only, per person and in Canadian dollars. Call about additional dates.
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Accommodations Highlights: Roman Forum • Colosseum • Palatino Hill • Vatican Museums • St. Peter’s Basilica • Ostia Antica • Rome, 5 nights Hotel Giulio Cesare Roman ruins. This ancient port city was Day 7: Rome - Tour Ends Your tour On some dates alternate hotels may be used. abandoned at the fall of Rome and gives comes to a close today. (B) you a glimpse into the life of early Romans. This afternoon, return to the city for some free time. Tonight, join your fellow travellers at a farewell dinner. (B, D)
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This trip requires a passport Some of the most unique sightseeing can mean accessing locations that restrict vehicles, especially in historic areas. For your comfort, we recommend bringing walking shoes. If you require a walker or wheelchair, or have difficulty walking, you may not be able to access some of these areas and may want to consider an alternate program with us. Our travel counsellors can provide additional information or assistance to help you determine the perfect trip for you.
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Spotlight on Rome TS542 2015.indd 3 7/16/14 11:51 AM Spotlight on Venice in Winter new tour Venice
Highlights: Murano Island • Basilica San Marco • Doge’s Palace • Rialto Market • Frari Church • Gondola Workshop • Academy Museum • Jewish Quarter
Day 1: Overnight Flight Ciao, Venezia! the world’s most spectacular blown glass snacks and wine – at a local Venetian wine is artfully crafted. After returning to San bar. (B) Day 2: Venice, Italy - Tour Begins Marco, the city’s cultural hub, enjoy time Arrive in Venice and join your fellow Day 4: Venice The day is yours. Your on your own for lunch before exploring the travellers for a special welcome dinner tour manager will be on hand to offer historical center of Venice. View the Tower featuring regional delicacies and Italian suggestions. Perhaps you will explore Clock, an early Renaissance marvel. Turn wines. (D) Venice’s cultural treasures independently. your gaze towards the Bridge of Sighs, Delve into the local cuisine, find your Day 3: Venice Today, come to know where many a convict took their last look own spot by one of the canals or stroll the city during a guided walking tour of at the beauty of Venice. Visit Basilica the endless pathways. The locals say the La Serenissima (the most serene). During San Marco to see its brilliant Byzantine best way to experience Venice is to “get your walking tour, you will view the church altarpiece, the Pala d’Oro. Then, enter the lost.” Perhaps sign up for a Venetian mask dei Miracoli; the church of San Giovanni & spectacular Doge’s Palace, from which workshop to learn about the decadent Paolo; the church of San Martino; and the the Doge ruled Venice. Your guide reveals symbol of the city or set out on a glorious majestic Arsenale, seat of Venice’s once its secrets as you view its sumptuous and gondola ride. (B, D) mighty naval power. Continue to Riva degli splendidly decorated rooms. Later this Schiavoni to board the boat to Murano for afternoon, relax as you try the famous Day 5: Venice This morning we embark a visit to a glass-making factory. See how cicchetti & one ombra di vino – small on a guided visit of Rialto Market, the
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Spotlight on Venice in Winter TS544 2015.indd 2 7/16/14 11:53 AM Spotlight on Venice in Winter spotlights 7 Days from $1799
What’s Included • 8 Meals • Sedan service & airport transfers when you purchase our air. See page 155 for details.
Travel Dates November 2015 - April 2016 Double November 7, 14 $1849 December 12 $1799 January 2, 16 $1799 February 20 $1849 March 5, 12, 19 $1849
Single Room Supplement (+) $440 Triple Room Reduction (-) $30 - $40
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Accommodations • Venice, 5 nights Hotel Santa Marina
On some dates alternate hotels may be used.
centuries-old daily market area where Day 6: Venice Today we step off the visitors and Venetians alike shop the beaten path and meet a local guide for colourful display of fruits and vegetables. a walking tour of lesser known areas of Then, stop at Frari Church, home to an Venice. Visit the old Jewish Quarter with array of stunning works of art: Giovanni an expert and discover this area that Bellini’s Virgin Mary and Titian’s Assunta. remains a center of Jewish life. Learn more Pause to reflect on Venice’s deep artistic as you explore the Jewish Museum. Enjoy heritage before continuing to a squero your afternoon at leisure for shopping or – the Venetian word for boatyard – and exploring the city’s many museums and learn how gondolas are made. No visit to other attractions. This evening, celebrate Venice would be complete without a visit your new appreciation of Venice during a to the Academy Museum to view its rich joyous farewell dinner. (B, D) collection of paintings from the Byzantine Day 7: Venice - Tour Ends (B) era to the Renaissance. (B)
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This trip requires a passport On occasion, due to inclement weather, your boat trip to Murano Island may be substituted with a visit to a local glass factory in Venice. Please note that most shops and businesses in Italy are closed on Sundays and on national/religious holidays. Due to tour scheduling, return flights should not be booked prior to 10 a.m. See page 155 Visit www.gocollette.com to learn more about on-tour options. 73
Spotlight on Venice in Winter TS544 2015.indd 3 7/16/14 11:53 AM Tuscany & the Italian Riviera Cinque Terre
Highlights: Tuscan Estate • Tuscan Winery • Florence • Uffizi Gallery • Siena • Monteriggioni • Lucca • Pisa • Italian Riviera • Cinque Terre • Portofino
Day 1: Overnight Flight Set out to famous Uffizi Gallery with a local expert Piazza del Campo. After a walking tour with experience two of Italy’s great regions. to see some of the most important works a local expert, take some time to explore from the Renaissance period. During your the medieval corners of Siena with its great Day 2: Italy - Tuscan Estate - Tour cultural tour, you’ll also view Florence’s shops and outdoor cafés. Continue to the Begins Begin your trip with a relaxing Cathedral of Santa Maria Del Fiore and the walled town of Monteriggioni for a stroll three-night stay in a traditional Tuscan Palazzo Vecchio. Complete your tour with along quaint streets. Take an afternoon estate. This evening, enjoy a private tour of an informative explanation of Florentine gold break and try some Tuscan pastries before the estate’s winery in the heart of Tuscany and the fascinating techniques behind it at a returning to your countryside estate where that showcases the wine cellar and the local gold shop. Finally, enjoy time at leisure you may take time to explore the Medici Villa splendid grounds. Prior to enjoying an to relax or discover this thrilling city on your on site. (B, D) authentic Tuscan dinner, expertly paired own. (B) with wines produced on site, experience an Day 5: Tuscan Estate - Lucca - Pisa interactive pasta making demonstration with Day 4: Tuscan Estate - Siena - - Italian Riviera As you head towards the winery’s chef. (D) Monteriggioni - Tuscan Estate A Italy’s picturesque Riviera, make a stop in scenic journey through Tuscany’s graceful the medieval city of Lucca, encircled by Day 3: Tuscan Estate - Florence - low-lying hills brings you to the mystical 16th-century Renaissance walls. A guide Tuscan Estate In Florence, the “Cradle city of Siena. Delight in its narrow Gothic takes you on an informative tour including a of the Italian Renaissance,” visit the world- streets, magnificent palaces and historic visit to the Cathedral of San Martino and the
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Tuscany_Italian Riviera TS446 2015.indd 2 7/16/14 11:57 AM Tuscany & the Italian Riviera 8 Days from $2219
What’s Included • 10 Meals • Sedan service & airport transfers when you purchase our air. See page 155 for details.
Travel Dates March - April 2015 Double March 13 $1949 April 10 $1999
Itinerary featured is for May 2015 - April 2016 tour departures. Departures prior to this date will vary. Please confirm at time of reservation. May 2015 - April 2016 Double May 15 $2329 June 19 $2329 August 23 $2439 September 4, 11, 14, 25 $2329
Tuscany October 9, 16, 23 $2279 Portofino November 2, 6, 13 $2219 March 11 $2219 Summer Palace April 8, 15 $2279
Single Room Supplement (+) $220 - $330 Triple Room Reduction (-) $30
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Piazza Napoleone. Next, visit the ancient Day 7: Italian Riviera - Santa maritime Republic of Pisa to discover the Margherita Ligure - Portofino - Accommodations Piazza Dei Miracoli, the Duomo (Cathedral) Italian Riviera Travel to the seaside and, of course, the famous Leaning Tower. town of Santa Margherita Ligure for a • Tuscany, 3 nights Continue on to the Italian Riviera, your boat ride to glamorous Portofino. Take in Hotel Paggeria Medicea home for three spectacular nights. (B, D) the town’s colourful harbour, dotted by • Italian Riviera, 3 nights Day 6: Italian Riviera - Cinque Terre fishing boats and yachts, and set against Grande Hotel Sestri Levante Spend a day exploring a backdrop of pastel-coloured buildings. - Italian Riviera On some dates alternate hotels may be used. the Cinque Terre with its rugged coastline Return to Santa Margherita Ligure where dotted with terraced vineyards. Travel by you can enjoy a lovely lunch or peruse its rail through this nearly inaccessible string charming streets and boutiques. Enjoy of fishing villages nestled between the a free afternoon in the area before your mountains and the Mediterranean. Your farewell dinner. (B, D) tour manager is on hand to help plan your Day 8: Italian Riviera - Tour Ends day and make the most of your time in Today you depart for home. (B) these five towns. (B)
This trip requires a passport Hotel check-in on your day of arrival is 3:00 p.m. Rooms may not be available prior to that time. Our air passengers will arrive into and depart out of the Florence or Pisa airports. All arrival transfers will depart from the Pisa or Florence airport to the Tuscan villa. All of our transfers will depart from the Italian Riviera to the Florence or Pisa airport. If you are purchasing your own airfare, arrival flights should arrive prior to 2 p.m.
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Tuscany_Italian Riviera TS446 2015.indd 3 7/16/14 11:58 AM Gardens & Villas of the Italian Lakes Isola Bella Gardens
Highlights: Padua Botanic Garden • Valsanzibio Gardens • Giardino Giusti • Lake Como • Villa del Balbianello • Bellagio • Villa Cicogna Mozzoni • Varese • Lago Maggiore • Villa Taranto • Isola Madre • Isola Bella
Day 1: Overnight Flight Join us for an Day 4: Padua - Verona - Lake Como Day 6: Lake Como - Bellagio - Lake unforgettable exploration of the spectacular Step into the Renaissance with a visit to Como Explore one of the most spectacular gardens and villas of Italy’s lakes region. Giardino Giusti. These perfectly manicured gardens in all of Italy, the Villa Carlotta. Your adventure begins with an overnight gardens are as breathtaking now as they Built at the end of the 17th century, this flight to Venice. were when they opened in the 1500s. The lakefront property was once part of Europe’s current owners will walk you through their Grand Tour. Afterwards, travel by ferry to Day 2: Padua, Italy - Tour Begins masterpiece and share stories of its history. the romantic town of Bellagio. Bellagio Your tour opens in Padua today. This Continue on to the elegant shores of Lake provides the perfect place to soak up the evening, join your fellow travellers for a Como, your home for the next three nights. lake’s famous panoramic view. The village special welcome dinner featuring regional Its charm stems from the beautiful villas, is characterized by century-old buildings, delicacies and fine Italian wine. (D) lush gardens and spectacular views. (B, D) stone lanes and picturesque cobbled Day 3: Padua Start your day with a visit stairways filled with shops showcasing the Day 5: Lake Como Spend time this to the world’s first botanical garden and finest Italian wares. Stroll the neoclassic Villa morning at the stunning garden of Villa UNESCO World Heritage site – Padua Melzi d’Eril’s garden with its exotic species, del Balbianello. Resting on the shores of Botanic Garden – originating in 1545. camellias and rhododendrons. Discover the Lake Como, the terraced garden boasts Then, travel to Valsanzibio Gardens, one splendour of Bellagio at your own pace this breathtaking views and is dominated by of the best preserved Baroque gardens in afternoon before returning to Lake Como. stunning architectural features. The garden existence. Meet its owner who will guide (B, D) is a bona fide masterpiece in which every you through the meticulous gardens; this element relates to its elegant history and is followed by an interactive gardening Day 7: Lake Como - Varese - Lago location. Learn about the restoration and Travel to the incomparable Villa workshop to learn their techniques and Maggiore preservation efforts before returning to Cicogna Mozzoni, a wonderful example of uncover the secrets of what it takes to keep your hotel this afternoon for a special wine Italian Lombard Renaissance architecture. their historic gardens vibrant. Tonight, enjoy reception in the garden. (B) Immerse yourself in the spectacular dinner at a local restaurant before returning elegance of the villa and gardens on a tour to your hotel in Padua. (B, D )
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Gardens_Villas Italian Lakes TS485 2015.indd 2 7/17/14 4:50 PM Gardens & Villas of the Italian Lakes 10 Days from $3649
What’s Included • 13 Meals • Sedan service & airport transfers when you purchase our air. See page 155 for details.
Travel Dates May 2015 - April 2016 Double May 16, 23 $3649 June 20 $3649 July 18 $3649 April 16 $3649
Single Room Supplement (+) $880 Triple Room Reduction (-) $50
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hosted by a member of the Cicogna Day 9: Lago Maggiore - Borromean Mozzoni family. At the conclusion of your Islands - Lago Maggiore Travel by tour, enjoy refreshments in this delightful boat to the stunning Borromean Islands. Purchase air setting. Later, travel to Varese, the garden Arrive first to the enchanting Isola Madre as part of your transportation package. city of Italy, to visit the beautiful Villa where you will tour the gardens and See page 156 for details. Della Porta Bozzolo for a guided tour. palace with a local expert. Isola Madre is The villa, which was constructed in the the largest of the islands with stunning 16th century, boasts a spectacular Italian gardens featuring azaleas, pergolas of Accommodations garden exuding Baroque charm. Explore ancient wisteria, and camellia blossoms. • Padua, 2 nights the grounds and the “Secret Garden.” This afternoon, cruise to another of the Hotel Plaza Continue to Lago Maggiore, home to Borromean Islands, Isola Bella. Join an spectacular views as well as areas of expert guide and discover the beauty of • Lake Como, 3 nights historical and architectural interest. (B) the island’s palace and gardens. Gather Grand Hotel Imperiale this evening to celebrate with a delightful Day 8: Lago Maggiore Journey • Lago Maggiore, 3 nights via cableway to the Alpinum Garden, farewell dinner. After dinner, you will return Zacchera Hotels a botanical garden specializing in the to the mainland by boat. (B, D) collection and cultivation of Alpine Day 10: Lago Maggiore - Milan On some dates alternate hotels may be used. plants. Later, enjoy a guided tour of the Malpensa - Tour Ends Your tour spectacular gardens of Villa Taranto. Neil comes to a close in Milan Malpensa this McEacharn, a Scottish captain, purchased morning. (B) the villa and dedicated his life to creating a great botanic collection. During your visit, explore the terraced garden, bog garden, winter garden and herbarium. Following your tour, enjoy free time to take in the gardens at your own pace. (B)
Royal Horticultural Society Garden Holidays In partnership with the esteemed Royal Horticultural Society, these botanically themed tours blend stunning horticultural attractions with all the benefits of guided travel.
This trip requires a passport Zacchera Hotels is a hotel chain in Lago Maggiore. The exact hotel to be used will be available 15 days prior to tour departure date. RHS Garden Holidays are expertly crafted for their members. A one-year gift membership to the Royal Horticultural Society is included in the cost of your tour. Upon completion of your trip you will receive a Royal Horticultural Society gift pack by mail. If you are purchasing your own airfare, return flights should not be booked prior to 10 A.M. Air passengers will depart from the Milan, Italy airport. All transfers will depart from Lago Maggiore for Milan MXP Airport.
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Gardens_Villas Italian Lakes TS485 2015.indd 3 7/17/14 4:50 PM Eternal Gardens of Rome Villa Lante
Highlights: Vatican Gardens • Villa Medici • Castel Gandolfo Gardens • Ninfa Gardens • Villa d’Este • Hadrian’s Villa • Villa Lante • Roseto Vacunae Rosae
Day 1: Overnight Flight Come to know treasures and history of Villa Medici as a exclusively for our group, with a local expert the romance and beauty of Rome as you guide tours you around the apartments and and learn about nature’s masterpieces that explore the history and brilliant design of its gardens. (B) inhabit these grounds. (B) splendid gardens. Day 4: Rome - Castel Gandolfo - Ninfa Day 5: Rome - Tivoli - Rome Venture to Day 2: Rome, Italy - Tour Begins - Rome Journey to Castel Gandolfo for the neighbouring Sabine Hills and the hilltop Welcome to Rome, “The Eternal City.” This a guided visit of the magnificent gardens town of Tivoli to tour the famed Villa d’Este evening, get to know your fellow travellers surrounding the papal summer residence. with its picturesque gardens and glorious during dinner at a local restaurant. (D) Discover why these impressive gardens fountains. This UNESCO World Heritage were the perfect peaceful retreat from the site’s symmetrical layout offers a refined take Day 3: Rome - Vatican Gardens – Villa city for centuries. Continue to the city of on the Renaissance style and proved to be Medici Start your garden adventure Ninfa. In the Middle Ages, this ancient town a model for many European gardens. Enjoy exploring the Vatican Gardens with a tour was a bustling location along the legendary lunch at a local restaurant before continuing led by a Vatican expert. This urban oasis Appian Way. Now it is a tranquil garden on to Villa Adriana, Hadrian’s Villa. Villa takes you on a walk through over 2,000 framed by the city’s Classical ruins. Enjoy Adriana is the most complete estate to years of history. Established in 1279, these this magical setting, where roses climb have survived the fall of the Roman Empire. gardens blend ancient statues, medieval over ancient walls, towers and crumbling Explore the gardens and spectacular fortifications, and monuments with a wide archways. Explore the gardens, opened surroundings. (B, L) array of flora. This afternoon, discover the
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Eternal Gardens of Rome TS486 2015.indd 2 7/16/14 12:48 PM Eternal Gardens of Rome 7 Days from $2279
What’s Included • 8 Meals • Sedan service & airport transfers when you purchase our air. See page 155 for details.
Travel Dates May 2015 - April 2016 Double May 7, 21 $2769 June 11, 18 $2769 July 9 $2279 April 21 $2769
Single Room Supplement (+) $380 - $390 Triple Room Reduction (-) $30 Rates are land only, per person and in Canadian dollars. Call about additional dates. Ninfa Purchase air as part of your transportation package. Vatican Gardens Vatican Summer Palace See page 156 for details.
Accommodations • Rome, 5 nights Hotel Albani
On some dates alternate hotels may be used.
Day 6: Rome - Villa Lante - Roseto at Roseto Vacunae Rosae, home to Pre-night stay Vacunae Rosae - Rome Your journey approximately 7,000 rosebushes of 5,000 Start your tour rested with a pre-night stay brings you to Villa Lante, a sophisticated varieties. Return to Rome and gather this in Rome; call for details. and flawlessly manicured garden evening to enjoy a special farewell dinner influenced by the Mannerist phase of with wine to toast the end of a wonderful the Italian Renaissance. Villa Lante is journey through the gardens of Rome. celebrated for its near-perfect proportions (B, D) and rich details. Tour the stunning gardens Day 7: Rome - Tour Ends Your tour with an expert guide and learn what has comes to a close today. You will depart inspired and influenced the garden’s with beautiful memories of Rome’s design. Afterwards, be enchanted by enchanting gardens. (B) the array of colour and pleasant aromas
Royal Horticultural Society Garden Holidays In partnership with the esteemed Royal Horticultural Society, these botanically themed tours blend stunning horticultural attractions with all the benefits of guided travel.
This trip requires a passport For your comfort, we recommend bringing walking shoes. If you require a walker or wheelchair, or have difficulty walking, you may not be able to access some of these areas and may want to consider an alternate program with us. Our travel counselors can provide additional information or assistance to help you determine the perfect trip for you. RHS Garden Holidays are expertly crafted for their members. A one-year gift membership to the Royal Horticultural Society is included in the cost of your vacation. Upon completion of your trip you will receive a Royal Horticultural Society gift pack by mail. See page 155 Visit www.gocollette.com to learn more about on-tour options. 79
Eternal Gardens of Rome TS486 2015.indd 3 7/23/14 1:06 PM Rome & the Amalfi Coast The Amalfi Coast
Highlights: Rome • Regional Wines with Dinner • Ravello • Villa Rufolo • Sorrento • Buffalo Milk Mozzarella Factory • Amalfi Coast • Paestum • Pompeii • Wine Tasting • Naples • Archaeological Museum
Day 1: Overnight Flight Your adventure Museums and St. Peter’s Basilica. Later, Day 5: Amalfi Coast - Sorrento - begins with an overnight flight to Italy. Journey we set out on a panoramic tour of Classical Amalfi - Minori - Amalfi Coast Begin through southern Italy and experience its rich Rome featuring the Piazza Venezia, the your day exploring the popular and charming scenery, art, culture, food and wine! Witness Roman Forum, the Circus Maximus, and the seaside resort town of Sorrento. This the breathtaking scenery of the Amalfi Coast, Arch of Constantine, followed by an in-depth afternoon, travel to the delightful town of discover the ruins of Pompeii, explore the guided visit to the spectacular Colosseum. Amalfi where you have time to explore. Next, most well-preserved Greek temples outside Contemporary Rome is highlighted through we continue to Minori where you will have of Greece while in Paestum, and visit the the legendary Piazza Navona. (B) the opportunity to sample some of the local stunning hilltop village of Ravello. Day 4: Rome - Ravello - Amalfi Coast specialties at a family-owned limoncello Day 2: Rome, Italy - Tour Begins Depart Rome and journey south to the factory. You’ll also enjoy a typical Italian afternoon break at a local café and pastry Your tour opens in Rome. This evening, join Amalfi Coast. En route, ease your way shop. Your evening is at leisure. (B) your fellow travellers for a welcome dinner into the local culture as your tour manager featuring local delicacies and wines. (D) teaches you a few key phrases of the native Day 6: Amalfi Coast - Paestum - Amalfi language. In the picturesque village of After breakfast, discover one of Day 3: Rome This morning you may Coast Ravello, visit the magnificent gardens of the Italy’s most surprising products during a tour wish to participate in an optional tour to Villa Rufolo with its spectacular panorama. of a local buffalo milk mozzarella factory. the magnificent treasures of the Vatican (B, D) Your day continues with a visit to Paestum,
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Rome_Amalfi Coast TS127 2015.indd 2 7/16/14 12:06 PM Rome & the Amalfi Coast 10 Days from $2719
What’s Included • 13 Meals • Sedan service & airport transfers when you purchase our air. See page 155 for details.
Travel Dates February - April 2015 Double February 19 $2249 March 5, 12, 19 $2249 April 9, 16 $2349
Itinerary featured is for May 2015 - April 2016 tour departures. Departures prior to this date will vary. Please confirm at time of reservation. May 2015 - April 2016 Double May 7, 14, 21, 28 $2939 June 11, 18 $2939 July 9, 23 $2939 Rome
Pompeii August 6 $2939 September 3, 8, 10, 15, 17, 24, 26 $2939 October 1, 8, 15, 22 $2939 Summer Palace October 29 $2879 November 5, 7 $2879 November 12 $2829 February 25 $2719 March 3 $2719 March 10, 12 $2829 March 31 $2879 April 2 $2879 April 7, 12, 14, 28 $2939
Single Room Supplement (+) $400 - $880 Triple Room Reduction (-) $30 Rates are land only, per person and in Canadian dollars. where a local guide will escort you through an in-depth view of this remarkable Call about additional dates. some of the best-preserved Greek temples archaeological site. Stop at a local winery outside of Greece. End your day with at the foot of Mt. Vesuvius to savour the dinner at a popular local restaurant. (B, D) famous Lacryma Christo wines and enjoy Purchase air as part of your transportation package. a typical Neapolitan lunch. (B, L) Day 7: Amalfi Coast Enjoy a day at See page 156 for details. leisure to take in the beautiful scenery Day 9: Amalfi Coast - Naples - of the Amalfi Coast. You may wish to Rome Bid farewell to the Amalfi Coast sign up for an optional boat trip (weather this morning and proceed to colourful Accommodations permitting) to the wonderful Mediterranean and vibrant Naples. Enjoy a visit to the • Rome, 2 nights island of Capri, where a local guide will fascinating National Archaeological Mediterraneo Hotel provide an interesting tour of this paradise Museum, one of the finest in the world. island. (B) This evening, join your fellow travellers for a • Amalfi Coast, 5 nights Day 8: Amalfi Coast - Pompeii - farewell dinner celebrating the completion Raito Hotel of a marvellous trip to Italy. (B, D) Winery - Amalfi Coast Today you • Rome, 1 night experience the excavated ruins of Pompeii Day 10: Rome - Tour Ends Your tour Crowne Plaza St Peter’s at the foothills of Mount Vesuvius. Soak comes to a close, leaving you with a in the history of the preserved original lifetime of memories of this joyous part of On some dates alternate hotels may be used. buildings of a typical Roman town 2,000 Italy. (B) years ago. A local guide will provide Pre-night stay Start your tour rested with a pre-night stay This trip requires a passport in Rome; call for details. Days of features are interchangeable. Single accommodations are limited and available on a first come, first served basis.
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Rome_Amalfi Coast TS127 2015.indd 3 7/16/14 12:06 PM Bella Italia new tour Colosseum
Highlights: Venice • St. Mark’s Square • High-Speed Train • Florence • Duomo • Rome • Colosseum
Day 1: Overnight Flight Join us for a guide you on a walking tour through the of the fascinating techniques used in fabulous tour of Italy, exploring the magic of area, highlighting St. Mark’s Basilica and creating stunning Florentine gold jewelry at a Venice, Florence and Rome. These cities are the Clock Tower with its famous Moors. The local shop overlooking the Church of Santa filled with history, culture, art, and romance... remainder of the day is yours to explore this Croce. (B, D) enchanting city. (B) all waiting to be discovered. Day 5: Florence This morning savour Day 2: Venice, Italy - Tour Begins Day 4: Venice - Florence Board your the flavours of the region with a visit to a Welcome to Venice, referred to as “La high-speed train to Florence and zip through local winery. Enjoy a wine tasting and lunch Serenissima” or the most serene of cities. the beautiful Veneto and Emilia Romagna set in the serene Tuscan countryside. The This evening, meet your fellow travellers over regions. In Florence, meet a local expert afternoon is yours to relax or continue dinner at a local restaurant. (D) for an exploration of this great city. On your exploring the city’s cultural riches at your leisurely paced walking tour, your guide own pace. (B, L) Day 3: Venice Explore enchanting Venice, will highlight the Piazza Del Duomo, the with 117 tiny islands surrounded by its Day 6: Florence - Deruta - Rome Your Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore and the latticework of 150 canals and 400 bridges. journey today begins with a visit to Umbria. Baptistry. You also visit the Piazza della Your Venetian adventure opens in charming Make a stop in the charming hill town of Signoria with its impressive Palazzo Vecchio. St. Mark’s Square, the lively hub of the Deruta, famous for its colourful ceramics End your day with an informative explanation city’s activity and events. A local expert will which have been created here for over 300
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Bella Italia TS554 2015.indd 2 7/16/14 12:10 PM Bella Italia 9 Days from $2769
What’s Included • 12 Meals • Sedan service & airport transfers when you purchase our air. See page 155 for details.
Travel Dates May 2015 - April 2016 Double May 2, 9, 16, 23 $3429 June 6, 13, 20 $3429 June 27 $3209 July 4, 11 $2989 August 8 $2989 September 5, 12, 19, 26 $3429 October 3 $3429 October 10, 17, 24 $3379 November 7, 14 $2989 November 21, 28 $2879 February 27 $2769
Venice March 5, 12 $2879 Florence March 19, 26 $2989 April 2 $3269 April 9, 16 $3319
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years. Continue to Rome. This evening, Day 8: Rome Get a feel for true Roman Accommodations stroll the local area with your tour manager culture on an exploration led by a local • Venice, 2 nights before enjoying dinner. (B, D) expert of beautiful Rione di Trastevere, Saturnia International Day 7: Rome A locally guided tour of one the most charming and authentic neighbourhoods in Rome. Have some time • Florence, 2 nights Classical Rome features such sights as Hotel Plaza Lucchesi the Piazza Venezia, the Roman Forum, on your own to explore the quaint streets the Circus Maximus, and the Arch of and alleyways at your own pace. Gather • Rome, 3 nights Constantine. During an in-depth visit to the tonight to toast to the end of your Italian Hotel dei Mellini adventure at your farewell dinner. (B, D) Colosseum, your guide recounts its rich On some dates alternate hotels may be used. history. The remainder of your day is at Day 9: Rome - Tour Ends Your tour leisure to discover all of Rome’s treasures comes to a close today. You will depart independently. Perhaps you will partake in with many fond memories of incredible an optional tour of Vatican City or don an Italy. (B) apron and try your hand at Italian cooking. (B) Pre-night stay Start your tour rested with a pre-night stay in Venice; call for details.
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Bella Italia TS554 2015.indd 3 7/21/14 3:33 PM Southern Italy & Sicily Taormina
Highlights: Palermo • Monreale • Agrigento • Valley of the Temples • Catania • Mt. Etna Volcano • Giardini Naxos • Taormina • Matera • Alberobello • Sorrento • Amalfi Coast • Pompeii
Day 1: Overnight Flight Join us in museums and shops. (B) city (UNESCO). Witness the daily spectacle of bartering for fresh fish and produce exploring the hidden treasures of southern Day 4: Palermo - Agrigento Ease when you visit the local market. Later, visit Italy and Sicily. Enjoy breathtaking scenery, your way into the local culture as your tour Mt. Etna Volcano National Park to see the historic cities, centuries-old hilltop villages, manager offers up a few key phrases of the spectacular landscapes sculpted by nature. and wonderful cuisine. native language before travelling through Arrive in Giardini Naxos, the “garden of Day 2: Palermo, Sicily - Tour Begins the beautiful countryside, with rolling hills Sicily,” for your two-night stay. (B, D) Your tour opens in Palermo, the capital of and working farms, towards the town of Sicily. This evening, join your fellow travellers Agrigento. Upon arrival, visit the stunning Day 6: Giardini Naxos - Taormina - for a welcome dinner featuring traditional Valley of the Temples, one of the most Giardini Naxos This morning you visit Sicilian cuisine. (D) important archaeological sites in the world beautiful Taormina, known for its charming and a UNESCO World Heritage site. From atmosphere, significant monuments and Day 3: Palermo - Monreale - Palermo ancient times to the present day, the Valley flowering gardens. During a guided tour A Palermo cultural tour features the lovely of the Temples’ ruins, landscape and colours you will be viewing Corso Umberto and the squares of Quattro Canti, Piazza Pretoria have inspired poets, writers and painters. bountiful Public Gardens and visiting the and Piazza Bellini. Note the exotic mixture Here you get an up-close view of the Greek Amphitheater. Enjoy the rest of the of Moorish, Norman and Spanish Baroque temples of Juno, Concordia, Hercules, and day at leisure to further explore this delightful styles that make this city special. Also, view Jupiter. (B, D) town. (B) the Palace of the Normans, La Martorana Church, and the Cathedral which houses the Day 5: Agrigento - Catania - Mt. Etna Day 7: Giardini Naxos - Matera Travel Imperial Crown of Constance of Aragon. In - Giardini Naxos Depart Agrigento and to Messina where you will take a short ferry the nearby town of Monreale, visit the 12th- travel across Sicily, with its spectacular ride to Villa San Giovanni on Italy’s mainland. century cathedral with its dazzling interior of landscapes and picturesque towns. Arrive Travel through the beautiful and unspoiled multicoloured marbles, paintings, mosaics, in vibrant Catania, where a local guide will region of Calabria and into the Basilicata and cloisters. Enjoy the rest of your day share its history. Visit the cathedral and view region. This afternoon you’ll visit one of the at leisure to visit some of the city’s great the main sites of this historic and Baroque area’s local wineries for a wine tasting and
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Southern Italy_Sicily TS39 2015.indd 2 7/16/14 12:12 PM Southern Italy & Sicily 12 Days from $2659
What’s Included • 17 Meals • Sedan service & airport transfers when you purchase our air. See page 155 for details. Travel Dates January - April 2015 Double February 26 $2349 March 5, 12, 19, 20 $2449 April 9, 10, 16 $2549 April 17, 23 $2599 Itinerary featured is for May 2015 - April 2016 tour departures. Departures prior to this date will vary. Please confirm at time of reservation. May 2015 - April 2016 Double May 21 $2939 June 11 $2939 July 9, 30 $2939 informative walk through the cellars and shop and learn about the art of inlaid August 20 $2939 vineyards. Linger over a delicious regional wood making. This afternoon, take time September 3, 10, 17, 24 $2939 dinner in the winery’s own “agriturismo” to explore this lovely town on your own. October 8, 15 $2939 October 22 $2879
restaurant. (B, D) Then, begin your adventure exploring the Summer Palace breathtaking Amalfi Coast. Make a special November 5, 6 $2829 Day 8: Matera Today, explore the “Sassi stop in the charming town of Amalfi where November 12, 13 $2719 di Matera,” an ancient town known for its you will have time to explore. Then, it’s February 25 $2659 cave dwellings, both modern and ancient. off to Minori where you will have the March 3, 4, 10 $2719 A local guide will help you learn the opportunity to sample some of the local March 31 $2879 history of this site and why it has recently specialties at a family-owned limoncello April 1, 7, 14 $2879 caught the eye of many film producers. April 21, 28 $2939 factory. You’ll also enjoy a typical Italian Afterwards, stop at a local shop for a afternoon break at a local café and pastry Single Room Supplement (+) $440 - $550 chance to sample some regional produce. shop. Your evening is at leisure. (B) Triple Room Reduction (-) $30 Then, enjoy free time before returning to your hotel for a special Italian evening. Rates are land only, per person and in Canadian dollars. Day 11: Sorrento Peninsula - Call about additional dates. Tonight’s dinner will include a pasta- Pompeii - Rome Travel along the Bay making demonstration and an extensive of Naples and experience the excavated dinner with all the local favourites. (B, D) ruins of Pompeii at the foothills of Mount Purchase air as part of your transportation package. Vesuvius. Soak in the history of the Day 9: Matera - Alberobello - See page 156 for details. preserved original buildings of a typical Sorrento Peninsula Travel to the Roman town 2,000 years ago. A local mystical town of Alberobello where you Accommodations guide will provide an in-depth view of this will see some of the most unusually built remarkable archaeological site. Later, • Palermo, 2 nights homes, known as “trulli,” with cone- travel to Rome where you will spend your Hotel Palazzo Sitano shaped roofs and no mortar to hold the last evening. Celebrate the end of your stones together. Next, travel towards • Agrigento, 1 night journey with a farewell dinner at a popular Campania and the Bay of Naples, one Hotel Della Valle local restaurant. (B, D) of the most breathtaking areas of Italy. • Giardini Naxos, 2 nights Arrive at the Sorrento Peninsula in the late Day 12: Rome - Tour Ends Your Hellenia Yachting Hotel afternoon and take in the views of this tour ends today, leaving you with many magical place. (B, D) pleasant memories of a wonderful journey. • Matera, 2 nights Hilton Garden Inn Matera Day 10: Sorrento - Amalfi Coast (B) Drive - Sorrento Peninsula Begin • Sorrento Coast, 2 nights your day exploring the popular seaside Towers Hotel or Grand Hotel La Pace resort town of Sorrento. Visit a local • Rome, 1 night Hotel Cardinal St. Peter’s
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Southern Italy_Sicily TS39 2015.indd 3 7/16/14 12:13 PM Splendid Sicilia Sicily Harbour
Highlights: Palermo • Monreale • Cefalù • Farm Visit • Villa Romana del Casale • Piazza Armerina • Catania • Siracusa • Taormina Day 1: Overnight Flight Embark on an awed by the Palace of the Normans and La Day 5: Palermo - Cefalù - Sicilian exploration of the sparkling Mediterranean Martorana Church, and visit the Cathedral Countryside - Palermo Journey to the island of Sicily. Discover its rich blend which houses the impressive Imperial Crown seaside town of Cefalù, home to one of of culture, its flavourful cuisine and its of Constance of Aragon. (B) the most magnificent cathedrals in Sicily. immeasurable beauty. Day 4: Palermo Spend a morning at After strolling through its medieval streets, Day 2: Palermo, Italy - Tour Begins leisure savouring your stay in this fascinating proceed to a family farm in the countryside. Learn about a day on a Sicilian farm and Begin your exploration in Palermo – Sicily’s city. Take time to visit one of the city’s the typical products created there. A farmer vibrant and welcoming capital. This evening, great museums or stroll its streets lined demonstrates how to make a Sicilian get to know your fellow travellers at a with fancy boutiques and inviting cafés. Or, favourite – ricotta cheese! Watch a chef welcome dinner. (D) you may choose to sign up for an optional excursion to the medieval town of Erice prepare local specialties and enjoy a hearty Day 3: Palermo - Monreale - Palermo and the archaeological sight of Segesta. lunch featuring the farm’s own products and This morning, depart for the nearby town This afternoon, visit a medieval palace recipes. Return to Palermo for an evening at of Monreale where you will visit the 12th- where a countess welcomes you on a tour leisure. (B, L) century cathedral which dazzles from the of her family’s home. Experience the life of moment you step inside. Return to Palermo Day 6: Palermo - Piazza Armerina- the nobility as you join her for an aperitif Depart Sicily’s capital for and set out on a comprehensive panoramic Catania and hors d’oeuvres in one of the palace’s Piazza Armerina. We start our day at the tour featuring the historic squares of Quattro historic chambers. Then you are off to a Villa Romana del Casale, a UNESCO Canti, Piazza Pretoria and Piazza Bellini. local restaurant to enjoy traditional Sicilian World Heritage site. Enjoy a guided tour Discover the city’s exotic blend of Moorish, cuisine. (B, D) and discover the villa’s rich history. This Norman and Spanish Baroque styles. Be
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Splendid Sicilia TS355 2015.indd 2 7/16/14 12:14 PM Splendid Sicilia 10 Days from $2549
What’s Included • 13 Meals • Sedan service & airport transfers when you purchase our air. See page 155 for details.
Travel Dates March - April 2015 Double March 13 $2199 April 10, 17, 24 $2299
Itinerary featured is for May 2015 - April 2016 tour departures. Departures prior to this date will vary. Please confirm at time of reservation. May 2015 - April 2016 Double May 8, 15 $2609 July 10 $2549 September 11, 18, 25 $2719 October 9, 16 $2719 November 6, 13 $2609 Taormina March 4 $2549 April 1, 8, 15 $2609 Summer Palace Palermo Cathedral Single Room Supplement (+) $380 - $440 Triple Room Reduction (-) $30
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fascinating Roman villa is filled with lavish Park, which features an impressive mosaic murals depicting the lives of its collection of Greek and Roman antiquities. Purchase air owners – some date back to the first Afterwards, make a stop in Lentini for a as part of your transportation package. century A.D. Spend the next four nights in visit to the Il Giardino del Biviere. Feel like See page 156 for details. Catania, a coastal city at the foot of Mount you have stepped back in time at this Etna, an active volcano. (B, D) stunning estate known for its renowned Mediterranean garden. Reflect and explore Day 7: Catania This morning a local this horticultural oasis while enjoying a guide shares Catania’s history. Explore regional treat. (B) the city’s stunning cathedral and get Accommodations acquainted with the various sites Day 9: Catania - Taormina - Catania • Palermo, 4 nights throughout this historic city. Witness the Explore Taormina, the jewel of Sicily, Grand Hotel Piazza Borsa daily spectacle of bartering for fresh fish perched above the Ionian Sea. During • Catania, 4 nights and produce when you visit the local a guided tour you will be amazed by UNA Hotel Palace market. Enjoy free time in Catania’s the Greek Theatre, the Duomo and the elegant center. Afterwards you may wish spectacular public gardens. Spend the On some dates alternate hotels may be used. to sign up for an optional excursion to afternoon dining at a sidewalk café or Mount Etna. (B) shopping in the town’s boutiques. On Day 8: Catania - Siracusa - Catania your return to Catania, travel along the Cyclops Coast, passing vineyards, citrus Depart Catania and venture further groves and charming fishing villages. This south to Siracusa. Reflect on the evening, enjoy a farewell dinner in one of grandeur of ancient Greece during an Catania’s charming trattorie. (B, D) included excursion to the historical sites in Siracusa, boasting archaeological Day 10: Catania - Tour Ends Your treasures rivaling those in Athens. A local tour of Sicily ends as you return home with expert guides you through Archaeological many cherished memories. (B)
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Splendid Sicilia TS355 2015.indd 3 7/16/14 12:14 PM Spain’s Classics The Alhambra
Highlights: Madrid • Royal Palace • Toledo • Cordoba • Seville • Flamenco Show • Granada • The Alhambra • Valencia • City of Arts & Sciences • Lladro-City of Porcelain • Paella Experience • Barcelona • La Sagrada Familia • Parc Guell
Day 1: Overnight Flight Day 4: Madrid - Cordoba - Seville regional cuisine followed by reserved seats for an authentic flamenco show (UNESCO) Day 2: Madrid, Spain - Tour Begins Ease your way into the local culture as your tour manager teaches you a few key featuring Seville’s top performers. (B, D) Welcome to Madrid, Spain’s capital and phrases of the native language. Then, travel largest city. Tonight, enjoy a welcome dinner. Day 6: Seville - Granada Travel along to the extraordinary Moorish city of Cordoba. (D) the peaceful Sierra Nevada to Granada, Embark on a walking tour of the Mezquita. the last great capital of the Moors in Spain Day 3: Madrid - Royal Palace - Toledo This UNESCO site, an architectural marvel before it fell to the Catholic monarchs in - Madrid During a locally guided tour of built by the Moors in the 8th century as a 1492. Join a local expert for a tour of the Madrid’s historic center, see the Puerta del magnificent mosque, was converted into the world-famous Alhambra, the immense Sol and Plaza Mayor, where events have city’s cathedral in the 16th century. Continue hilltop palace that is a UNESCO site. Also been held since the 17th century. A guided your exploration of Cordoba in the city’s tour the Generalife, meaning “garden of the tour of the monumental 18th-century Royal well-preserved and historical old Jewish architect,” where the grounds are beautifully Palace reveals lavish halls, banquet rooms, Quarter. Later, transfer to Seville, considered designed with waterfalls, courtyards, and the throne room, royal armory, and the Spain’s “cultural capital.” (B) smaller secret gardens. (B, D) impressive courtyard. This afternoon, travel Today you will see to Toledo, a UNESCO site and the capital of Day 5: Seville Day 7: Granada - Valencia Today Columbus’ tomb, the ornate cathedral medieval Spain until 1560. A comprehensive you travel through Spain’s amazing (UNESCO), and Giralda Bell Tower. Enjoy a tour highlights the magnificent Gothic landscape, viewing rolling hills dotted with walking tour of the quaint old Santa Cruz cathedral and the 13th-century synagogue, picturesque olive groves while en route to Quarter with its bright flowers, whitewashed a testament to Toledo’s Jewish heritage. the Mediterranean coast. Arrive in the city buildings and winding streets; then continue Also stop in the Church of Santo Tome to of Valencia, a treasure trove of Roman and to Plaza de Espana and the beautiful view El Greco’s masterpiece painting, The Arabic architecture, surrounded by citrus Maria Luisa Park, one of the loveliest in all Burial of Count Orgaz. (B) groves. (B) of Europe. This evening, enjoy authentic
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What’s Included • 14 Meals • Sedan service & airport transfers when you purchase our air. See page 155 for details.
Travel Dates February - April 2015 Double February 14, 21 $2149 February 28 $2249 March 7, 14 $2249 April 11, 18, 25 $2299
Itinerary featured is for May 2015 - April 2016 tour departures. Departures prior to this date will vary. Please confirm at time of reservation. May 2015 - April 2016 Double May 2, 16, 30 $2609 June 20 $2499 Toledo July 11 $2499 September 5, 12, 19, 26 $2609 October 10, 24 $2609 Summer Palace October 31 $2549
Royal Palace, Madrid Palace, Royal November 7, 14, 28 $2549 February 6 $2439 March 5 $2549 April 2, 16, 23 $2609
Single Room Supplement (+) $550 - $600 Triple Room Reduction (-) $30 Day 8: Valencia - Lladro - Paella leisure to explore Barcelona’s fascinating Rates are land only, per person and in Canadian dollars. Experience - Valencia Begin your boulevards, including the famous Las Call about additional dates. day viewing the impressive City of Arts Ramblas, dotted with colourful bird and & Sciences. A walking tour of historic flower stalls. (B) Valencia features the ornate 14th-century Purchase air Day 10: Barcelona Today, get an as part of your transportation package. Serranos Tower and imposing 15th- in-depth look at vibrant and lively See page 156 for details. century Quart Tower. You’ll also see the Barcelona. Your locally guided tour bustling central market, one of the largest showcases Columbus Monument; Parc in Europe, and view the Gothic Cathedral, Montjuic; plus Antonio Gaudi’s UNESCO Accommodations where construction began in 1262 on World Heritage sites including La Sagrada • Madrid, 2 nights the site of an ancient mosque. Next, visit Familia, Parc Guell, Batllo House and Hotel Melia Galgos Lladro-City of Porcelain and learn about the unconventional Casa Mila building. the history and creative process of the Gather this evening for a farewell dinner • Seville, 2 nights world-famous, handmade Lladro figurines. celebrating the end of an unforgettable trip Hotel Melia Sevilla or Melia Lebreros Travel to the area where paella cuisine to Spain! (B, D) originated. A “paella experience” features • Granada, 1 night a boat ride on the canals surrounding rice Day 11: Barcelona - Tour Ends You Hotel Melia Granada field plantations; a visit to a traditional return home with vivid memories of a • Valencia, 2 nights spectacularly beautiful land with an old, fisherman’s home known as a “barraca;” Hotel Tryp Oceanic a paella-making demonstration; and an rich and diverse cultural heritage. (B) authentic paella lunch. The remainder of • Barcelona, 2 nights the day is at leisure. (B, L) Hotel Colon Day 9: Valencia - Barcelona Travel to On some dates alternate hotels may be used. Barcelona, one of Europe’s most beautiful and exciting cities. The afternoon is at Pre/Post-night stay Start your tour rested with a pre-night stay in Madrid. Relax after your tour with an extra This trip requires a passport night in Barcelona; call for details. See page 155 Visit www.gocollette.com to learn more about on-tour options. 89
Spains Classics TS263 2015.indd 3 7/16/14 12:16 PM Spain’s Classics & Portugal Lisbon
Highlights: Lisbon • Fatima • Nazare • Obidos • Madrid • Royal Palace • Toledo • Cordoba • Seville • Flamenco Show • Granada • The Alhambra • Valencia • City of Arts & Sciences • Lladro-City of Porcelain • Paella Experience • Barcelona • Gothic Quarter • La Sagrada Familia • Parc Guell
Day 1: Overnight Flight Day 5: Lisbon - Madrid, Spain Depart Day 7: Madrid - Cordoba - Seville Day 2: Lisbon, Portugal - Tour Begins Lisbon and cross the border into Spain. Ease your way into the local culture as Enjoy your day viewing the countryside of your tour manager teaches you a few key Welcome to Portugal, where quaint farming Portugal and Spain before arriving into the phrases of the native language. Then, travel villages, cork and olive tree plantations dot capital city of Spain — Madrid. (B, D) to the extraordinary Moorish city of Cordoba. the landscape. Enjoy Lisbon, Portugal’s Embark on a walking tour of the Mezquita. vibrant capital city. Tonight, begin your Day 6: Madrid - Royal Palace - Toledo This UNESCO site, an architectural marvel journey with a welcome dinner. (D) - Madrid During a locally guided tour of built by the Moors in the 8th century as a Madrid’s historic center, see the Puerta del Day 3: Lisbon A tour of Lisbon features magnificent mosque, was converted into the Sol and Plaza Mayor, where events have the Moorish Alfama Quarter, Jeronimo’s city’s cathedral in the 16th century. Continue been held since the 17th century. A guided Monastery (UNESCO World Heritage site), your exploration of Cordoba in the city’s tour of the monumental 18th-century Royal Monument to the Discoveries, and the Tower well-preserved and historical old Jewish Palace reveals lavish halls, banquet rooms, of Belem (UNESCO). Tonight, enjoy a dinner Quarter. Later, transfer to Seville, considered the throne room, royal armory, and the complete with local cuisine, wines, folkloric Spain’s “cultural capital.” (B) impressive courtyard. This afternoon, travel dances and Fado music (UNESCO). (B, D) to Toledo, a UNESCO site and the capital of Day 8: Seville Today you will see Day 4: Lisbon - Fatima - Nazare - medieval Spain until 1560. A comprehensive Columbus’ tomb, the ornate cathedral Obidos - Lisbon Your day on Portugal’s tour highlights the magnificent Gothic (UNESCO), and Giralda Bell Tower. Enjoy a “Silver Coast” begins in the pilgrimage town cathedral and the 13th-century synagogue, walking tour of the quaint old Santa Cruz of Fatima. View the Batalha Monastery a testament to Toledo’s Jewish heritage. Quarter with its bright flowers, whitewashed (UNESCO), an example of Manueline Also stop in the Church of Santo Tome to buildings and winding streets; then continue architecture, and travel to the quaint town view El Greco’s masterpiece painting, The to Plaza de Espana and the beautiful of Nazare and the medieval walled town of Burial of Count Orgaz. (B) Maria Luisa Park, one of the loveliest in all Obidos. (B) of Europe. This evening, enjoy authentic
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Spains Classics_Portugal TS263 2015.indd 2 7/16/14 12:50 PM Spain’s Classics & Portugal 14 Days from $2989
What’s Included • 19 Meals • Sedan service & airport transfers when you purchase our air. See page 155 for details. Travel Dates March - April 2015 Double March 11 $2749 April 22 $2899
Itinerary featured is for May 2015 - April 2016 tour departures. Departures prior to this date will vary. Please confirm at time of reservation. May 2015 - April 2016 Double May 6, 20 $3099 June 10 $3099 July 15 $3099 regional cuisine followed by reserved seats world-famous, handmade Lladro figurines. September 9, 16, 23, 30 $3159 for an authentic flamenco show (UNESCO) Travel to the area where paella cuisine October 14 $3159 featuring Seville’s top performers. (B, D) originated. A “paella experience” features November 4 $2989 a boat ride on the canals surrounding rice March 9 $2989 Travel along Day 9: Seville - Granada Summer Palace field plantations; a visit to a traditional April 13, 20 $3159 the peaceful Sierra Nevada to Granada, fisherman’s home known as a “barraca;” the last great capital of the Moors in Spain a paella-making demonstration; and an Single Room Supplement (+) $880 - $1000 before it fell to the Catholic monarchs in authentic paella lunch. The remainder of Triple Room Reduction (-) $30 1492. Join a local expert for a tour of the the day is at leisure. (B, L) world-famous Alhambra, the immense Rates are land only, per person and in Canadian dollars. Call about additional dates. hilltop palace that is a UNESCO site. Also Day 12: Valencia - Barcelona Travel to tour the Generalife, meaning “garden Barcelona, one of Europe’s most beautiful of the architect,” where the grounds and exciting cities. The afternoon is at Purchase air are beautifully designed with waterfalls, leisure to explore Barcelona’s fascinating as part of your transportation package. courtyards, and smaller secret gardens. boulevards, including the famous Las See page 156 for details. (B, D) Ramblas, dotted with colourful bird and flower stalls. (B) Day 10: Granada - Valencia Today you travel through Spain’s amazing Day 13: Barcelona Today, get an in- Accommodations landscape, viewing rolling hills dotted with depth look at vibrant and lively Barcelona. • Lisbon, 3 nights picturesque olive groves while en route to Your locally guided tour showcases Altis Grand Hotel the Mediterranean coast. Arrive in the city Columbus Monument; Parc Montjuic; of Valencia, a treasure trove of Roman and plus Antonio Gaudi’s UNESCO World • Madrid, 2 nights Arabic architecture, surrounded by citrus Heritage and sites, including La Sagrada Hotel Melia Galgos groves. (B) Familia, Parc Guell, Batllo House, and • Seville, 2 nights the unconventional Casa Mila building. Day 11: Valencia - Lladro - Paella Hotel Melia Sevilla or Melia Lebreros Gather this evening for a farewell dinner Experience - Valencia Begin your celebrating the end of an unforgettable trip day viewing the impressive City of Arts • Granada, 1 night to Spain! (B, D) & Sciences. A walking tour of historic Hotel Melia Granada Valencia features the ornate 14th-century Day 14: Barcelona - Tour Ends You • Valencia, 2 nights Serranos Tower and imposing 15th- return home with vivid memories of a Hotel Tryp Oceanic century Quart Tower. You’ll also see the spectacularly beautiful land with old, rich bustling central market, one of the largest and diverse cultural heritages. (B) • Barcelona, 2 nights in Europe, and view the Gothic Cathedral, Hotel Colon or Ayre Hotel Gran Via where construction began in 1262 on On some dates alternate hotels may be used. the site of an ancient mosque. Next, visit Lladro-City of Porcelain and learn about the history and creative process of the Pre/Post-night stay Start your tour rested with a pre-night stay This trip requires a passport in Lisbon. Relax after your tour with an extra night in Barcelona; call for details. See page 155 Visit www.gocollette.com to learn more about on-tour options. 91
Spains Classics_Portugal TS263 2015.indd 3 7/16/14 12:50 PM Spain’s Costa del Sol & The Portuguese Riviera Costa del Sol
Highlights: Madrid • Prado Museum • AVE High-Speed Train • Cordoba • Costa del Sol • Granada • Alhambra • Ronda • Seville • Cascais • Lisbon • Mafra Palace & Monastery • Ericeira • Sintra • Obidos • Fatima
Day 1: Overnight Flight 1236. Enjoy a stroll through the streets of local expert exploring Ronda’s old town the historic Jewish quarter. Later, arrive in full of twisting narrow streets, 18th-century Day 2: Madrid, Spain - Tour Begins Spain’s Costa del Sol for a three-night stay. Puente Nuevo (New Bridge) over the El Welcome to Madrid, Spain’s dynamic capital (B, D) Tajo gorge, and La Alameda Park with city. Tonight, enjoy a welcome dinner. (D) its wonderful panoramic views of the Day 5: Costa del Sol Spend a day at Day 3: Madrid - Prado Museum Ease surrounding countryside and mountains. leisure to relax and experience the best of your way into the local culture as your tour Continue to Spain’s “cultural capital” – this cosmopolitan coastal region. Stroll the manager teaches you a few key phrases of Seville. (B, D) sandy beaches and promenades or linger at the native language. Enjoy a locally guided a traditional café. Your tour manager will be In Seville, see Columbus’ tour of Madrid’s historic center. See the Day 8: Seville on hand to help you plan your day. (B) tomb, the ornate cathedral (UNESCO), and Puerta del Sol and Plaza Mayor. Join a local Giralda Bell Tower. Take a walking tour of the expert to explore the priceless masterpieces Day 6: Costa del Sol - Granada - Costa quaint Santa Cruz Quarter with its cascading of the Prado Museum, which opened in del Sol Take a day trip to Granada, the last bright flowers, whitewashed buildings 1819 and boasts the world’s finest collection great capital of the Moors in Spain. Travel and winding streets. Continue to Plaza de of art by masters such as Velazquez and past rolling hills dotted with olive groves, Espana and the beautiful Maria Luisa Park – Goya. Your afternoon is at leisure. (B) capturing the country’s classic beauty. Upon one of the loveliest parks in all of Europe. (B) arrival, join a local expert for a tour of the Day 4: Madrid - High-Speed Train - world-famous Alhambra, a hilltop palace and Day 9: Seville - Azeitao, Portugal - Cordoba - Costa del Sol Sit back and UNESCO site. Tour the Generalife, “Garden Depart Spain and travel through enjoy stunning landscapes as you travel Cascais of the Architect,” and behold the waterfalls, the Portuguese countryside to Azeitao – an via high-speed train to the Moorish city courtyards and secret gardens upon its agricultural village known for red wine, olive of Cordoba. Embark on a walking tour of grounds. (B) trees and country estates. Enjoy a tour the Mezquita, a UNESCO World Heritage and tasting of local wines when you visit site. Originally built as a mosque, it was Day 7: Costa del Sol - Ronda - Seville a centuries-old winemaker. Later, arrive converted into the city’s cathedral when Travel to Ronda, one of the loveliest and in Cascais, the famous and picturesque the Christians conquered the region in most historic towns in Andalucía. Join a
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Spain Costa Del Sol_Port Riviera TS397 2015.indd 2 7/16/14 12:52 PM Spain’s Costa del Sol & The Portuguese Riviera 13 Days from $2549
What’s Included • 16 Meals • Sedan service & airport transfers when you purchase our air. See page 155 for details.
Travel Dates January - April 2015 Double February 19 $2249 March 5, 12, 19 $2349 April 9, 16, 23 $2449
Itinerary featured is for May 2015 - April 2016 tour departures. Departures prior to this date will vary. Please confirm at time of reservation. May 2015 - April 2016 Double May 14, 21 $2829 June 11 $2879 July 16 $2989
Cascais September 3, 10, 17 $2989 September 24 $2879 October 1, 8, 15, 22 $2829 Summer Palace November 5 $2719 February 25 $2549 AVE High-Speed Train AVE High-Speed Train March 3, 5, 10 $2659 March 31 $2829 April 14, 21 $2829
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coastal resort on the Portuguese Riviera. perched on cliffs overlooking the Atlantic. Rates are land only, per person and in Canadian dollars. (B, D) Its unique narrow streets, lined with Call about additional dates. Day 10: Cascais - Lisbon - Cascais whitewashed chapels and white houses edged in blue, are the perfect place for Tour Lisbon, including the Moorish thoughtful wandering. Continue on to the Purchase air Alfama Quarter. See the 16th-century town of Sintra, a UNESCO site and the as part of your transportation package. Jeronimo’s Monastery (UNESCO); the See page 156 for details. favourite summer residence of Portuguese Monument to the Discoveries, honouring kings for six centuries. Here, peruse intrepid Portuguese explorers and their specialty shops filled with Portuguese patrons; and the impressive Belem Tower handicrafts. (B) Accommodations (UNESCO). Then, enjoy leisure time • Madrid, 2 nights in Cascais…perhaps walk the beach Day 12: Cascais - Obidos - Nazare - Melia Galgos Hotel promenade or shop for ceramics, hand- Fatima - Cascais Travel Portugal’s Silver woven works and tapestries. (B) Coast, a region filled with sleepy villages, • Torremolinos, 3 nights Day 11: Cascais - Ericeira - Sintra rich vineyards and centuries-old castles. Melia Costa del Sol Stop in Obidos, protected by medieval - Cascais Visit the impressive Mafra city walls. Continue to Nazare, a coastal • Seville, 2 nights Palace and Monastery, one of the largest fishing village. Then, visit Fatima, the Melia Sevilla or Melia Lebreros Baroque buildings in Portugal. A guided world-famous Marian pilgrimage site. This tour takes you through the domed basilica, • Cascais, 4 nights evening, join your fellow travellers for a the royal apartments decorated in 18th- Vila Gale Cascais wonderful farewell dinner. (B, D) century furniture and paintings, and the On some dates alternate hotels may be used. magnificent Baroque library, one of the Day 13: Cascais - Tour Ends (B) finest in Europe. Enjoy some free time to explore the fishing village of Ericeira, Pre-night stay Start your tour rested with a pre-night This trip requires a passport stay in Madrid; call for details. Air passengers will depart from Lisbon, Portugal airport. All transfers will depart from Cascais to Lisbon airport (approximately a 40 minute drive).
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Spain Costa Del Sol_Port Riviera TS397 2015.indd 3 7/16/14 12:52 PM Northern Spain: Landmarks, Culture & Cuisine new tour San Sebastián
Highlights: Madrid • Prado Museum • La Rioja • Winery Tour & Tasting • Pamplona • San Sebastián • Bilbao • Guggenheim Museum • Santander • Santillana del Mar • Picos de Europa • Covadonga • Oviedo • Santiago de Compostela • Avila Day 1: Overnight Flight Take in the local culture as your tour manager City Hall, once the home of the casino; the northern Spain’s spectacular scenery, teaches you a few key phrases of the native Baroque Basilica of Santa Maria; and the famous works of art, unique culture and language. Then, travel to the small town of Plaza de la Constitucion. Ascend Monte delicious cuisine on this comprehensive Haro in Spain’s famous La Rioja wine region. Igueldo for panoramic views of the town and tour through seven of Spain’s provinces, This area is dotted with over 500 wineries La Concha Bay. The remainder of the day including La Rioja (wine country), Basque and is internationally renowned for the is at leisure to stroll along San Sebastián’s country, Cantabria, and Asturias. quality of its wines. Make a stop at one of promenade and take advantage of the city’s Haro’s great historic cellars for a fascinating extensive dining opportunities. (B) Day 2: Madrid, Spain - Tour Begins tour and tasting. Continue to Pamplona, the Welcome to Madrid, Spain’s capital and Day 7: San Sebastián - Bilbao - city known worldwide for its annual running largest city. Relax as you settle in. Tonight, Santander Journey along the scenic of the bulls. (B) enjoy a welcome dinner at a popular local Costa Verde (Green Coast) to Bilbao. Be restaurant. (D) Day 5: Pamplona - San Sebastián amazed by the world-class Guggenheim Learn about the fascinating history Museum, a spectacular structure designed Day 3: Madrid - Prado Museum Get of Pamplona on a locally guided tour by American architect Frank O. Gehry. acquainted with Madrid’s historic center on highlighting Plaza del Castillo, the Old Town Explore the Guggenheim’s collection a locally guided tour highlighting the Puerta and the Gothic cathedral. Later, continue spanning from the mid-20th century to del Sol and Plaza Mayor. Join a local expert your travels through the unique Basque the present day. Continue on passing who will take you on a walk through history country to stunning San Sebastián, the stunning views of the coast en route to the at the Prado Museum. First opened in 1819, pearl of the Cantabrian coast. This evening, sophisticated resort town of Santander, the Prado boasts a collection of priceless savour the region’s famous “pintxos” (tapas) capital of Cantabria. (B) masterpieces by masters such as Velazquez in one of the city’s finest restaurants. (B, D) and Goya. (B) Day 8: Santander - Santillana del Mar - Day 6: San Sebastián Discover the Picos de Europa - Covadonga - Oviedo Day 4: Madrid - La Rioja Wine Region charms of San Sebastián on a guided Travel to the medieval village of Santillana del - Haro - Pamplona Ease your way into walking tour of the Old Quarter. See the
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Northern Spain TS531 2015.indd 2 7/17/14 12:33 PM Northern Spain: Landmarks, Culture & Cuisine 13 Days from $2879
What’s Included • 16 Meals • Sedan service & airport transfers when you purchase our air. See page 155 for details.
Travel Dates May 2015 - April 2016 Double May 15 $3099 June 19 $3099 July 17 $3209 August 14 $3209 September 18 $3319 October 16 $3209 November 6 $2989 March 11 $2879 April 15 $3099
Mar, considered to be “the most beautiful Day 10: Santiago de Compostela Single Room Supplement (+) $770 - $1050 village in Spain.” Stroll along the rustic Learn about the “Way of St. James” Triple Room Reduction (-) $30 cobblestoned streets and see the delightful from a local expert and find out why Rates are land only, per person and in Canadian dollars. church square. Marvel at the scenery as hundreds of pilgrims walk here daily. Call about additional dates. Summer Palace you travel through Picos de Europa National Explore the famous cathedral, adorned Park, a mountain range encompassing with an ensemble of towers, arches and magnificent vistas of rural villages, gorges windows. Discover Praça do Obradoiro, a Purchase air and valleys. Discover the grotto of “Our monumental square that is home to some as part of your transportation package. Lady of Covadonga,” a shrine to Pelayo of Europe’s finest historical buildings. The See page 156 for details. who achieved the first Christian victory over remainder of the day is at leisure. (B) the Moors in 722. Enjoy time to explore the Day 11: Santiago de Compostela striking Basilica made from the pink marble - Avila Travel to the medieval town of of the surrounding hills. Your day ends in Accommodations Avila, known as the “city of stones and Oviedo with a marvellous dinner at a local saints.” The city is entirely enclosed within • Madrid, 2 nights restaurant. (B, D) 11th-century walls with 90 fortified towers Melia Los Galgos Day 9: Oviedo - Santiago de and circular turrets. These structures are • Pamplona, 1 night Get to know Oviedo on a considered the best-preserved in the world. Compostela Hotel Maisonnave tour featuring the 9th-century churches Avila is also a pilgrimage site and birthplace built when the city was the capital of of Saint Teresa of Jesus (1515-1582), • San Sebastián, 2 nights Christian Spain. Have time to explore founder of the Order of Carmelites. (B) Barcelo Costa Vasca the church of San Julian, covered with Day 12: Avila Stroll through the walled 1,000-year-old wall paintings, and the • Santander, 1 night town of Avila on a leisurely paced walking cathedral in the stately square of Plaza Hotel Bahia tour to explore the astounding array of Alfonso II. Stroll through the local market Romanesque and Gothic architecture. • Oviedo, 1 night and El Fontan. On the “boulevard of cider,” Have time at San Vicente Basilica, a Melia Reconquista see how the Asturians pour cider from a Gothic masterpiece and home to some great height followed by a sampling of the • Santiago de Compostela, 2 nights of Spain’s most prized examples of famous sweet liquid at a typical Asturian NH Obradorio Romanesque sculpture. Then, see how sidreria (cider house). Later, travel the Gothic and Romanesque architecture • Avila, 2 nights Green Coast of Asturias, named after combine in Avila’s celebrated 10th-century Palacio de los Velada the colour of the sea and for the pine cathedral. The afternoon is at leisure. This and eucalyptus trees that line the shore. On some dates alternate hotels may be used. evening celebrate the end of your trip with Arrive in the pilgrim city of Santiago de a farewell dinner. (B, D) Compostela, where the tomb of the apostle St. James was miraculously Day 13: Avila - Madrid Airport - discovered in the Middle Ages. (B, D) Tour Ends (B) Pre-night stay Start your tour rested with a pre-night This trip requires a passport stay in Madrid; call for details. The distance from Avila to Madrid Barajas Airport is approximately 80 miles (142 km), or about 90 minutes travel time. Flight departures from Madrid Barajas Airport should not be booked prior to 10 a.m. An early morning departure from the hotel may be required. A continental or boxed breakfast will be provided. See page 155 Visit www.gocollette.com to learn more about on-tour options. 95
Northern Spain TS531 2015.indd 3 7/17/14 12:33 PM Spotlight on Barcelona new tour Barcelona
Highlights: Barcelona • Parc Guell • La Sagrada Familia • La Boqueria Open-Air Market • Gothic Quarter • Penedes Wine Region • Cooking Class • Winery Tour & Tasting • Sitges • Salvador Dali Museum • Girona
Day 1: Overnight Flight Venture to Antonio Gaudi, including the unconventional Day 5: Barcelona - Cooking Class - Barcelona for an extended stay, exploring Casa Mila building and Batllo House. The Penedes Wine Region - Sitges Your the art, culture and history of this unique afternoon is at leisure to explore further jouney brings you to the Penedes, the city. or you may take an optional excursion to land of wine and cava – Spain’s celebrated Montserrat, a spectacular mountaintop Day 2: Barcelona, Spain - Tour Begins sparkling wine. Arrive in the small town of monastery. (B) Sant Sadurní d’Anoia, the birthplace of Welcome to Barcelona, Spain’s second- cava. Take in the sights, smells, tastes, largest city and capital of the Catalunya Day 4: Barcelona - Gothic Quarter - sounds, textures, and sensations during a province. Tonight, meet your fellow travellers La Boqueria Open-Air Market Take fun-filled interactive cooking class, followed at a welcome dinner. (D) a moment this morning to visit the 14th- century basilica of Santa Maria del Mar (Our by a delightful lunch of Catalan specialties. Day 3: Barcelona - Parc Guell - La Lady of the Sea), the only surviving church in Later, tour the beautiful Codorníu cellars, Sagrada Familia Get acquainted with the pure Catalan Gothic style. Continue on the world’s largest producer of cava. one of the liveliest cities in all of Europe on a leisurely paced walking tour of Barcelona’s Be immersed in the Art Nouveau-style your locally guided tour. Discover Parc Guell, historic Barri Gòtic (Gothic Quarter), a architecture, along with the history, traditions one of the most impressive public parks in beautifully preserved neighbourhood of and innovations of winemaking. Sample the world and one of Gaudi’s masterpieces, Gothic buildings and medieval squares set a variety of wines before proceeding to where he let loose his imagination with inside a labyrinthine street plan leading to the whitewashed coastal town of Sitges, amazing buildings, sculptures and tile work. the 13th-century La Seu Cathedral. Your known for its beaches, compact old town, Next, explore the most popular monument tour concludes with a visit to La Boqueria classic Art Deco buildings, and the seafront in Spain, Antonio Gaudi’s unfinished Market, Barcelona’s largest, oldest and best promenade. Enjoy free time exploring masterpiece “La Sagrada Familia,” still under open-air market. The present building dates this delightful town before returning to construction after more than 100 years. Also to 1840, but the open-air markets on this Barcelona. (B, L) see Las Ramblas Boulevard, the Columbus site date to the Middle Ages. The afternoon Monument, Parc Montjuic, and several Day 6: Barcelona - Salvador Dali is free to explore intriguing Barcelona on UNESCO World Heritage sites linked to Museum - Empuriabrava - Girona your own. (B) Travel to Figueres for a visit to the Salvador
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Spotlight on Barcelona TS529 2015.indd 2 7/16/14 1:07 PM Spotlight on Barcelona spotlights 8 Days from $2069
What’s Included • 9 Meals • Sedan service & airport transfers when you purchase our air. See page 155 for details.
Travel Dates May 2015 - April 2016 Double May 16 $2179 June 13 $2179 July 11 $2179 August 15 $2179 September 12 $2179 October 17 $2179 November 7 $2179 February 20 $2069 March 5 $2179 April 9 $2179
Single Room Supplement (+) $830 - $880
Parc Guell Parc Triple Room Reduction (-) $30
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Purchase air as part of your transportation package. Highlights: Barcelona • Parc Guell • La Sagrada Familia • La Boqueria Open-Air Market • Gothic Quarter • See page 156 for details. Penedes Wine Region • Cooking Class • Winery Tour & Tasting • Sitges • Salvador Dali Museum • Girona
Dali Museum, which features a collection which boasts the largest Gothic nave Accommodations of more than 4,000 of his works of art. in Christendom and an extravagantly • Barcelona, 6 nights Salvador Dali was known for his technical sculpted cloister. (B) Avenida Palace Hotel skill as a painter and the shocking quality Day 7: Barcelona Enjoy a day at of his imagination. Stop in Empuriabrava, On some dates alternate hotels may be used. leisure to create your own adventure in one of Costa Brava’s most charming this fascinating city. You may opt to visit coastal resorts, known for having one of the Picasso Museum, home to more the largest marinas in the world and more than 3,800 of his works. Or perhaps take than 20 miles of canals. Later, travel to a stroll along one of Barcelona’s grand Girona and join a local expert exploring boulevards. This evening, celebrate the the historic quarter, discovering Roman end of a memorable trip with a delightful walls, Arabic-style baths and one of the farewell dinner. (B, D) best preserved medieval Jewish ghettos (El Call) in Europe. The ancient stone Day 8: Barcelona - Tour Ends Your streets culminate in the mighty cathedral tour comes to a close today. (B)
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Spotlight on Barcelona TS529 2015.indd 3 7/16/14 1:07 PM Spotlight on Madrid new tour Madrid
Highlights: Madrid • Paseo de la Castellana • Gran Via • Prado Museum • Toledo • Alcalá de Henares • Castillian Cuisine Cooking Class • Segovia • Aranjuez Palace & Gardens • Winery Tour • Chinchón • 4 UNESCO World Heritage Sites Day 1: Overnight Flight Discover the de la Castellana, Puerta de Alcalá, Cibeles, of Count Orgaz Later, travel to the city of many wonders of Madrid, Spain’s lively Gran Via, and Plaza Espana. Next, visit the Alcalá de Henares (UNESCO), birthplace of capital city. Your journey features excursions renowned Prado Museum, one of the most the renowned author Miguel de Cervantes, to historic towns including Toledo, Alcalá de celebrated and comprehensive art galleries who created the novel Don Quixote. The Henares, Segovia, Aranjuez, and Chinchón. in the world. The afternoon is yours to city features a rich heritage shaped by its explore as you choose. Perhaps you will visit Day 2: Madrid, Spain - Tour Begins 16th- and 17th-century architecture and the Royal Palace or the Modern Arts Reina Today you arrive in the enchanting city of monuments providing a window into the Sofia Museum, home to Picasso’s most Madrid. This fascinating metropolis is rich Spanish Golden Age. (B, D) famous work, the painting Guernica. (B) in tradition and history and boasts some of Day 5: Madrid - Torrecaballeros the world’s finest museums and monuments. Day 4: Madrid - Toledo - Alcalá de - Segovia In Torrecaballeros we learn Tonight, get to know your fellow travellers at Henares Discover the ancient capital of the secrets of Castillian cuisine during an a welcome dinner featuring local delicacies Toledo (UNESCO World Heritage site), a land interactive cooking class. This is followed by and wines. (D) with influences of Roman, Visigoth, Moorish, a sumptuous lunch of local dishes complete Jewish, and Christian cultures. A walking Day 3: Madrid - Prado Museum with fine Spanish wine. Later, enjoy a tour highlights the magnificent Gothic Become acquainted with the treasures leisurely paced walking tour of Segovia’s Cathedral, 13th-century Synagogue, and of Madrid on a tour showcasing Plaza de old town (UNESCO) featuring the Alcazar – El Greco’s masterpiece painting, The Burial Oriente, Calle Mayor, Puerta del Sol, Paseo Segovia’s knights-in-armor fortress – Plaza
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Spotlight on Madrid TS530 2015.indd 2 7/16/14 1:10 PM Spotlight on Madrid spotlights 8 Days from $1909
What’s Included • 10 Meals • Sedan service & airport transfers when you purchase our air. See page 155 for details.
Travel Dates May 2015 - April 2016 Double May 23 $2019 June 6 $1959 July 18 $1959 August 22 $1959 September 19 $2019 October 10 $2019 November 7 $1909 February 13 $1909 March 12 $1909 April 16 $2019
Single Room Supplement (+) $450 - $500 Segovia Triple Room Reduction (-) $30 Prado Museum Prado
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Purchase air as part of your transportation package. See page 156 for details. Mayor, Plaza de San Martin, and the Day 7: Madrid - Optional El Escorial famous Roman Aqueduct, considered one & Valley of the Fallen Excursion of the finest in existence. (B, L) Enjoy a day at leisure to explore the many Day 6: Madrid - Aranjuez Palace & facets of Madrid. You may choose to Gardens - Winery Tour - Chinchón wander through the charming streets of Accommodations old Madrid, known as the Madrid of the Travel to the magnificent Aranjuez Palace • Madrid, 6 nights and Gardens (UNESCO). Embark on a Hapsburgs. Spend time in Plaza Mayor Tryp Ambassador Hotel delightful tour that brings you through the discovering its quaint restaurants, tapas life of the royals. Next, make a stop at a bars and traditional shops. An optional On some dates alternate hotels may be used. historic winery built for the king in 1782. excursion is available to El Escorial Learn about Spanish winemaking on a (UNESCO), a vast building complex tour and have the opportunity to sample considered to be the most important the local wines. Continue to the medieval architectural monument of the Spanish town of Chinchón, one of the best known Renaissance. Continue to the Valley of the towns within the autonomous community Fallen (Valle de los Caidos), an astounding of Madrid. Discover its remarkable feat of architecture honouring those who 15th-century medieval Plaza Mayor de fell during the Spanish Civil War. Tonight, Chinchón. Explore its winding streets cap off an unforgettable journey with a before visiting a wine cave for a taste of farewell dinner with your fellow travellers. the town’s famed, sweet anisette liquor (B, D) that has been produced here since the Day 8: Madrid - Tour Ends Your tour 17th century. (B) comes to a close today. (B)
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Spotlight on Madrid TS530 2015.indd 3 7/16/14 1:11 PM Sunny Portugal Plus, extend your trip with 4 nights on Madeira Island The Algarve
Highlights: Cascais • Lisbon • Jeronimo’s Monastery • Folkloric Fado Dinner Show • Sintra • Obidos • Fatima • Evora • Monsaraz • Alentejo Countryside Stay • Algarve • Sagres • Lagos • Faro • Cork Museum • Cooking Demonstration • Azeitao • 2 Winery Tours • 5 UNESCO World Heritage Sites
Day 1: Overnight Flight Portugal – a honours intrepid Portuguese explorers and medieval city walls. Later, visit Fatima, the historic land of great explorers – is waiting their patrons. The impressive Belem Tower, world-famous Marian pilgrimage site. (B) for your own exploration. Discover ancient also a UNESCO site, features carved rope Day 5: Cascais - Evora - Monsaraz castles, Roman ruins, groves of lemon and and balconies that stand watch where Travel through beautiful almond trees, quiet whitewashed villages, great navigators once set forth. Later today, - Alentejo Portuguese countryside and stop in historic and kind, gentle people. enjoy leisure time in Cascais. Stroll its Evora (UNESCO), known as the “Museum narrow cobblestoned streets, walk the wide City of Portugal.” Inside this medieval walled Day 2: Cascais, Portugal - Tour Begins oceanside promenade or shop for ceramics, Begin in Cascais, a scenic coastal resort on city lies a 2nd-century Roman temple to lace, filigree, handwoven works and the “Portuguese Riviera” and your home for Diana. Then, journey to the hilltop, walled tapestries. This evening, savour excellent three nights. The mansions scattered about village of Monsaraz, a “jewel in the crown” of Portuguese cuisine and wine while local Cascais and nearby Monte Estoril hint at the Alentejo. This small medieval town has artists perform folkloric dances and songs, its history as a haven for exiled European carefully preserved its original charm. From including the traditional Fado (UNESCO). royals and nobility. Tonight, join your fellow the 13th-century castle you’ll enjoy amazing (B, D) travellers for a welcome dinner at Cozinha panoramic views of the countryside. Next, Velha Restaurant, one of Portugal’s finest Day 4: Cascais - Sintra - Obidos - Fatima indulge in a winery tour and a tasting of the dining establishments. (D) - Cascais Begin your day exploring the full-bodied character of the region’s wines. picturesque town of Sintra, a UNESCO Enjoy your stay in the heart of Alentejo’s Day 3: Cascais - Lisbon - Cascais This site and the favourite summer residence countryside during an overnight at a country morning, tour Lisbon, Portugal’s capital set of Portuguese kings for six centuries. resort set among 3,000 acres of farm land, on seven hills overlooking the Tagus River. Travel to Portugal’s beautiful “Silver Coast,” vineyards and cork trees. (B, D) Your tour highlights the Moorish Alfama a spectacular region filled with sleepy Quarter. See the 16th-century Jeronimo’s Day 6: Alentejo - Algarve - Sagres - villages, rich vineyards and age-old castles. Monastery (a UNESCO World Heritage site) Travel to the famous Algarve and Proceed to picture-perfect Obidos where Lagos and the Monument to the Discoveries, which discover the secrets of the 16th-century whitewashed houses are held snug by
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Sunny Portugal TS51 2015.indd 2 7/16/14 1:14 PM Sunny Portugal 10 Days from $1839
What’s Included • 14 Meals • Sedan service & airport transfers when you purchase our air. See page 155 for details.
Travel Dates February - April 2015 Double Extra night in Lisbon included: February 13, 17, 20, 24, 27 $1699 March 6, 10, 13, 17, 20 $1699 April 7, 10, 17, 24 $1799
Itinerary featured is for May 2015 - April 2016 tour departures. Departures prior to this date will vary. Please confirm at time of reservation. May 2015 - April 2016 Double fortress at Sagres, home of Prince Henry’s historic center with 9th-century Roman May 15, 22 $1949 School of Navigation and the “compass walls, dramatic golden coastline, along September 4, 11 $2219 rose.” You will also garner magnificent with its archaeological and architectural September 18 $2169 views of beautiful Cape of St. Vincente gems. Portugal is the world’s number one October 2, 16, 23 $1949
Summer Palace November 1, 6, 8, 13 $1839 where 200-foot cliffs plunge into the producer of cork. In historic São Brás Atlantic at the most southwesterly point de Alportel, visit a local cork factory and Extra night in Lisbon included: of Europe. Next, explore the historic museum to learn about its importance February 12, 19 $1839 resort town of Lagos, where Moorish and to the local economy and its many uses. March 4, 11, 13 $1839 Renaissance influences abound. Here, Later, a presentation by a local liqueur April 1, 8, 15 $1949 the famous voyager, Prince Henry the maker is followed by a tasting of some of Navigator, began his explorations and from the many varieties produced in the region. Single Room Supplement (+) $330 - $550 the harbour, Vasco da Gama sailed in 1499 Your day comes to an end with a cooking Triple Room Reduction (-) $30 on his epic voyage of discovery. Stroll demonstration of Portuguese cuisine through the fortress and historic buildings followed by a sumptuous dinner featuring Rates are land only, per person and in Canadian dollars. while taking in the surrounding ocean local delicacies and wines. (B, D) Call about additional dates. views during some leisure time. (B, D) Day 9: Algarve - Azeitao - Lisbon En Day 7: Algarve The entire day is yours route to Lisbon, visit Azeitao, a charming Purchase air to independently experience the beautiful agricultural village known for red wine, as part of your transportation package. Algarve. Geraniums, camellias and olive trees and beautiful country estates. See page 156 for details. oleanders grow alongside fig, orange Visit a family-run shop that demonstrates and almond trees while brightly coloured how azulejos, the famous hand-painted fishing boats bob on the seas. Protected Portuguese tiles, are made. Next, visit the by hills to the north and warmed by Azeitao Wine Museum at the centuries- Accommodations the sea, the Algarve’s mild climate and old Jose Maria da Fonseca Winery for a • Cascais, 3 nights beautiful beaches attract vacationers from tour and tasting of local wines, including Hotel Vila Gale all over the world. (B) moscatel. Later, bid “adeus” to Portugal • Beja, Alentejo, 1 night during a dinner celebrating the end of a Day 8: Algarve - Faro - São Brás de Hotel Clube de Campo & Country Resort wonderful tour. (B, D) Alportel - Algarve Journey to Faro, • Algarve, 3 nights gateway to the Ria Formosa protected Day 10: Lisbon - Tour Ends (B) Hotel Vila Gale Lagos lagoon landscape. Explore the city’s • Lisbon, 1 night Marriott Lisboa Hotel or Altis Grand Hotel Extend your trip on Madeira Island Enjoy a 4-night stay on Portugal’s Madeira Island, off the On some dates alternate hotels may be used. coast of Morocco. See page 152 for details.
This trip requires a passport Single accommodations are limited and are available on a first come, first served basis. February departure dates offer an additional night in Lisbon free. Air passengers will arrive into the Lisbon, Portugal airport. All transfers will depart from the Lisbon airport for Cascais (approximately a 40 minute drive).
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Sunny Portugal TS51 2015.indd 3 7/16/14 1:14 PM Portugal & Its Islands Madeira Island Madeira
Highlights: Lisbon • Portuguese Riviera • Fatima • Obidos • St. Michael Island-Azores • Ponta Delgada • Sete Cidades • Plantation Visits • Furnas Valley • Cooking Class • Madeira Island • Monte • Botanical Garden • Câmara de Lobos • Cabo Girão • Espetada Dinner/Show Day 1: Overnight Flight rich vineyards and age-old castles. Begin pineapple and tea plantations. In Furnas in the pilgrimage town of Fatima. Discover Valley, experience a “cozido das furnas” Day 2: Lisbon, Portugal - Tour Begins the beauty of the famous Basilica and the lunch, in which meat and vegetables are Four nights in Lisbon, four nights on the magnificent Batalha Monastery (UNESCO). stewed in the heat of the volcanic earth. Azorean island of St. Michael, and three Continue to Nazare and picture-perfect Afterwards, stroll through the botanical nights in Madeira introduce you to medieval Obidos, where whitewashed houses are garden of Terra Nostra Park, home to the towns, coastal villages, natural landscapes, guarded by medieval city walls. (B) world’s largest collection of camellias. Next, Portuguese cuisine, regional wines, and explore Caldeiras das Furnas, the town’s folkloric entertainment. Tonight, begin your Day 5: Lisbon - St. Michael, Azores famous hot springs area. (B, L) journey with a welcome dinner. (D) - Ponta Delgada - Sete Cidades Fly to St. Michael, the largest of the islands of the Day 7: Optional Whale and Dolphin Day 3: Lisbon - Sintra - Cascais - Azores. A walking tour of Ponta Delgada Watching - Cooking Class Enjoy Estoril - Lisbon Your tour of Lisbon features the “Portas da Cidade” (The City a morning at leisure to explore Ponta features the Moorish Alfama Quarter, Gates), Saint Christ’s Church, St. Sebastian Delgada or take an optional whale and Jeronimo’s Monastery (UNESCO World Church, the Jesuit College, and the seashore dolphin watching excursion. Late afternoon, Heritage site), the Monument to the promenade. Later, gaze at the twin lakes discover the secrets of Azorean cuisine with Discoveries, and the Tower of Belem of Sete Cidades (Seven Cities), one of the an interactive cooking class at one of the (UNESCO). Later, explore the town of region’s most beautiful natural settings. island’s most popular restaurants. Learn Sintra (UNESCO), summer residence of Composed of two lakes inside a volcanic how Azoreans make tasty soups, fish and Portuguese kings for six centuries. Continue crater, it is the island’s most popular national meat dishes, and desserts. Your evening to Cascais and Estoril, coastal resorts park. Your day ends with a magnificent view concludes with a sumptuous dinner. (B, D) dotted with specialty shops. (B) of the coastal village of Mosteiros. (B, D) Day 8: Ponta Delgada - Lagoa do Day 4: Lisbon - Fatima - Nazare - Day 6: Ponta Delgada - Plantation Fogo - Ribeira Grande - Nordeste - Obidos - Lisbon Travel to Portugal’s Witness the art of hand-painted “Silver Coast,” a region of sleepy villages, Visits - Furnas Valley - Terra Nostra Povoaçao Park Discover the crops of the region at ceramics during a studio visit. Next, take in
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Portugal and Its Islands TS414 2015.indd 2 7/16/14 1:17 PM Portugal & Its Islands 13 Days from $2439
What’s Included • 17 Meals • Sedan service & airport transfers when you purchase our air. See page 155 for details.
Travel Dates March - April 2015 Double March 13 $2249 April 10, 17, 24 $2349
Itinerary featured is for May 2015 - April 2016 tour departures. Departures prior to this date will vary. Please confirm at time of reservation. May 2015 - April 2016 Double May 29 $2549 June 12 $2549 July 10 $2609 the beautiful vistas of Lagoa do Fogo (Fire world’s second highest cliff. Make a stop August 14 $2609 Lake). Journey to Ribeira Grande, known in São Vicente, a charming agricultural September 11, 18 $2609 for its historic buildings. See the city hall, town that boasts dramatic views of the October 9, 23 $2499 Church of Our Lady, and the eight-arch coast and surrounding villages. Explore the November 6, 13 $2439 Summer Palace bridge, a symbol of the town. Then, stop fishing village of Porto Moniz, renowned for March 11 $2439 at a family-owned distillery to taste some its natural volcanic pools. Then it’s on to April 1, 8, 15, 22 $2499 of the all-natural local liqueurs. Continue Calheta, home to a working sugar mill. (B) Single Room Supplement (+) $650 - $830 to the highest part of the island, scenic Day 11: Funchal - Camacha - Ribeiro Triple Room Reduction (-) $30 Nordeste, where you will explore the Frio - Santana Wind through the natural beauty of Ribeira dos Caldeiroes mountains on the way to Camacha, a Rates are land only, per person and in Canadian dollars. Natural Park. Your day ends in Povoaçao, Call about additional dates. village known for wicker crafts. Continue home of the island’s first settlement and on to Poiso to visit the island’s third oldest church. (B) highest point, Pico do Arieiro. Next, visit Day 9: St. Michael, Azores - Funchal, Ribeiro Frio (“cold river”), famous for its Purchase air as part of your transportation package. natural beauty and trout farm. Continue Madeira - Monte - Botanical Garden See page 156 for details. Fly to Madeira Island, the “Pearl of the to Santana, a village characterized by Atlantic.” Madeira boasts a subtropical small triangular homes thatched with climate, majestic mountain ranges and straw. Spend time at a family-owned volcanic caves. Stop in Monte, perched on embroidery shop for a firsthand look at Accommodations the hills overlooking scenic Funchal. Visit this craft followed by a tasting of world- • Lisbon, 3 nights the Botanical Garden of Madeira with its famous Madeira wine. The day ends with Altis Grand Hotel collection of exotic birds and more than a traditional dinner known as “espetada.” 2,500 plants. Discover Madeira’s history Folk dancers and music entertain as you • St. Michael, Azores, 4 nights during a leisurely paced tour of Funchal’s feast on a local dish of beef marinated in Royal Garden Hotel, Ponta Delgada charming plazas, colonial mansions, 15th- herbs and cooked over an open fire. (B, D) • Madeira Island, 3 nights century cathedral, and the local market. (B) Day 12: Funchal - Lisbon Return Pestana Casino Park Hotel, Funchal Day 10: Funchal - Câmara de Lobos - to the lively city of Lisbon and enjoy the São Vicente - Porto Moniz - Calheta remainder of the day at leisure. Later, • Lisbon, 1 night Begin your day with a visit to Câmara de bid “adeus” to Portugal during a farewell Altis Grand Hotel Lobos, a traditional village with a picture- dinner at St. George’s Castle, beautifully On some dates alternate hotels may be used. perfect bay. Continue along mountain situated on a hilltop overlooking the city of roads, passing banana plantations and Lisbon. (B, D) vineyards en route to Cabo Girão, the Day 13: Lisbon - Tour Ends (B) Post-night stay Relax after your tour with an extra night This trip requires a passport in Lisbon; call for details. The internal flights from Lisbon to St. Michael, Azores (2 1/2 hours), St. Michael to Madeira Island (2 hours), and Madeira Island to Lisbon (90 minutes) are not included in the land-only price of this tour. All air, including internal flights, can be purchased through us.
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Portugal and Its Islands TS414 2015.indd 3 7/16/14 1:17 PM Portugal’s Gardens Queluz Palace & Gardens
Highlights: Lisbon • Estufa Fria Greenhouse • Jeronimo’s Monastery • Tower of Belem • Queluz Palace & Gardens • Sintra • Quinta da Regaleira Gardens • Monserrate Palace & Gardens • St. Michael, Azores • Sete Cidades • Furnas • Terra Nostra Botanical Garden • Tea Plantation • Lagoa do Fogo • Ponta Delgada • Antonio Borges Botanical Garden • Jose do Canto Botanical Garden • Santana Palace Gardens Day 1: Overnight Flight Set out on a of these formal yet intimate gardens. In this and an extraordinary “Initiation Well” reached grand horticultural journey. elegant Baroque space the most famous by a secret spiral stairway. Enjoy a delightful section is the Malta garden, where guests light lunch before visiting the “Palace of the Day 2: Lisbon, Portugal - Tour Begins would enjoy concerts, and the Hanging or Millions.” Later, visit the Park of Monserrate, Welcome to Lisbon, one of Europe’s oldest Pensile garden, which is laid over arches. one of the most significant examples of cities. Transfer to your hotel, home for the The extensive grounds contain a profusion romantic gardens in Portugal. See ancestral next three nights. Tonight, get to know your of statues and ponds, as well as the azulejo- tree ferns and the araucarias from New fellow travellers during a welcome dinner. (D) tiled canal where the royal family would go Zealand and Australia; agaves and palm Day 3: Lisbon - Estufa Fria Greenhouse boating. (B, L) trees recreate a Mexican atmosphere, whilst - Queluz Palace and Gardens - Lisbon Day 4: Lisbon - Sintra - Quinta da the Camellias, azaleas and bamboos are A tour of Lisbon features Jeronimo’s Regaleira & Monserrate Palace & reminiscent of a Japanese garden. (B, L) Monastery (UNESCO World Heritage site), Gardens - Lisbon Travel to Sintra with its Day 5: Lisbon - Ponta Delgada - St. the Monument to the Discoveries, and the mystical hills dotted with fairy-tale palaces Michael, Azores - Sete Cidades - Tower of Belem (UNESCO). Next, visit Estufa and extravagant villas. The Romans and the Furnas Fly to St. Michael, the largest Fria Greenhouse, one of the most important Moors were taken by its lush landscape; of the nine volcanic islands that form the parks in the city. Here you can spend leisure it later became the summer residence of archipelago. Visit the twin lakes of Sete time between lakes, waterfalls, brooks, the Portuguese royal family. Today, Sintra Cidades (Seven Cities), composed of two statues and hundreds of different plant is a UNESCO World Heritage site. Join lakes inside a volcanic crater. Marvel at the specimens from all over the world. Lunch landscape architect Gerald Luckhurst on magnificent view of the coastal village of is included at Cozinha Velha Restaurant, a private tour of the gardens at Quinta de Mosteiros. Travel to Furnas for a delightful known as one of Portugal’s finest restaurants. Regaleira, one of Sintra’s most elaborate four-night stay at the Terra Nostra Garden Afterwards, visit Queluz Palace & Gardens, private estates. Dating back to the turn of Hotel, located at the entrance to Terra often called the “Versailles of Portugal.” An the 20th century, the gardens are laid out Nostra Park. Unlimited free access to the expert horticulturist provides a private tour with terraces, lakes, grottoes and fountains, park is included during your stay. (B, D) 1 2 3 4 5 104 www.gocollette.com Tour activity level See page 155
Portugals Gardens TS488 2015.indd 2 7/16/14 1:19 PM Portugal’s Gardens 10 Days from $2719
What’s Included • 15 Meals • Sedan service & airport transfers when you purchase our air. See page 155 for details.
Travel Dates April 2015 Double April 17 $2199
Itinerary featured is for May 2015 - April 2016 tour departures. Departures prior to this date will vary. Please confirm at time of reservation. May 2015 - April 2016 Double May 14, 21 $2719 June 11, 18 $2719 July 9 $2719 March 10 $2719 Day 6: Furnas - Terra Nostra the city hall, Church of Our Lady, the April 14, 21 $2719 Botanical Garden - Porto Formoso town gardens, and the eight-arch bridge. Tea Plantation Begin your day with Then, stop at a family-owned distillery to Single Room Supplement (+) $500 - $660 a talk about the creation and layout of taste some of the natural local liqueurs. Triple Room Reduction (-) $30 Terra Nostra Botanical Garden followed Continue to the highest part of St. Summer Palace Rates are land only, per person and in Canadian dollars. by a leisurely guided walk to discover its Michael, scenic Nordeste, where you will Call about additional dates. collection of plants from around the globe. explore the natural beauty of Ribeira dos Terra Nostra Botanical Garden is home of Caldeiroes Natural Park with its waterfalls, the world’s largest collection of camellias. watermills and unique vegetation. Your day This stunning spot features tropical ends in Povoaçao, home of the island’s Purchase air plants and trees, charming grottoes and first settlement and oldest church. (B) as part of your transportation package. See page 156 for details. a winding canal. In Furnas Valley, sample Day 8: Furnas - Ponta Delgada - local cuisine with a “cozido das furnas” Three Botanical Gardens Travel to lunch in which meat and vegetables are Ponta Delgada to explore its three largest stewed in the heat of the volcanic earth. botanical gardens. Established by a 19th- Next, explore Caldeiras das Furnas, a century amateur botanist, the romantic Accommodations geothermal wonderland with hot springs, Antonio Borges Botanical Garden is the • Lisbon, 3 nights geysers and mud pools. Complete your largest and most verdant municipal garden Altis Grand Hotel day with a visit to the Porto Formoso Tea on the island. Jose do Canto Garden was Plantation to learn about the history and the dream of a 19th-century gentleman • St. Michael, Azores, 4 nights horticulture of tea on the island. (B, L) farmer. Later, visit the Santana Garden, Terra Nostra Garden Hotel Day 7: Furnas - Lagoa do Fogo founded by Jose Jacome, and part of the • Lisbon, 1 night Santana Palace. (B, D) - Ribeira Grande - Nordeste - Altis Grand Hotel Povoaçao Today, look upon the Day 9: St. Michael, Azores - Lisbon fascinating landscape of Lagoa do Fogo Today you fly back to Lisbon. You may On some dates alternate hotels may be used. (Fire Lake). Surrounded by mountains and wish to indulge in exquisite shopping, lush vegetation, this mystical lake rests exciting nightlife and interesting museums. inside the crater of an extinct volcano. Gather this evening for a farewell dinner. Visit Ribeira Grande, known for its historic (B, D) 16th- and 17th-century buildings. See Day 10: Lisbon - Tour Ends (B) Pre/Post-night stay Royal Horticultural Society Garden Holidays Start or end your tour rested with an extra In partnership with the esteemed Royal Horticultural Society, these botanically themed tours night in Lisbon; call for details. blend stunning horticultural attractions with all the benefits of guided travel.
This trip requires a passport RHS Garden Holidays are expertly crafted for their members. A one-year gift membership to the Royal Horticultural Society is included in the cost of your tour. Upon completion of your trip you will receive a Royal Horticultural Society gift pack by mail. Flights from Lisbon to St. Michael and St. Michael to Lisbon are not included in the land-only price of this tour. These flights need to be arranged and purchased separately if you arrange your own air. Internal flights are included with the air portion of your tour if you purchase air through us. See page 155 Visit www.gocollette.com to learn more about on-tour options. 105
Portugals Gardens TS488 2015.indd 3 7/16/14 1:19 PM Portugal’s Douro River Cruise & Santiago de Compostela new tour Douro River
Highlights: Lisbon • Jeronimo’s Monastery • Fatima • Belem Tower • Fatima • Porto • Stock Exchange Palace • Wines of Porto Excursion • Regua • Mateus Palace • Salamanca • Lamego • Palace of the Dukes of Bragança • 7 UNESCO World Heritage Sites Day 1: Overnight Flight Cruise along through the city’s historic center (UNESCO) terraced vineyards that produce grapes the Douro River through a region rich in highlighting the interior of San Francisco for the famed Port wine. Spend time at the culture and beauty and feel the warmth of Church and Stock Exchange Palace. See 18th-century Palácio de Mateus with its Portugal’s welcoming people. the 18th-century Clerigos Tower, the Dona ornate pinnacles and elaborate gardens. Maria Pia Bridge, and the medieval quarter. Continue cruising, pass through the Valeira Day 2: Lisbon, Portugal - Tour Begins Conclude with a view of Porto’s skyline, a and Pocinho locks and cross the border Your tour opens in the lively city of Lisbon. cellar tour and a tasting of its famous Port into Spain before arriving in Vega de Terrón. Tonight, meet your fellow travellers during wine. Return to the ship for lunch, followed Tonight enjoy dinner onboard, followed by your welcome dinner. (D) by a free afternoon to discover Porto. A an evening of Spanish flamenco music and Day 3: Lisbon - Fatima - Porto - Ship delightful Fado-themed evening is in store dancing. (B, L, D) Embarkation Get acquainted with Lisbon for tonight. (B, L, D) Day 7: Vega de Terrón - Salamanca on a tour highlighting Jeronimo’s Monastery This morning - Barca d’Alva, Portugal Venture to (UNESCO), Monument to the Discoveries Day 5: Porto - Regua you may choose to partake in an optional Salamanca, one of Spain’s most beautiful and Belem Tower (UNESCO). En route to excursion to Braga or just relax before setting cities (UNESCO). The city is home to the Porto, stop at the Marian pilgrimage site of sail. Your cruise will follow the Douro River University of Salamanca, the third oldest Fatima. Continue on to the stunning city of along terraced vineyards of one of the world’s university in Europe. Join a local expert Porto. Board your ship for a relaxing 7-night oldest wine regions. Pause at Leverinho and in discovering Salamanca’s architectural Douro River cruise. Treat yourself with enjoy lunch. Continuing on, pass breathtaking treasures and its beautiful Plaza Mayor, one complimentary beverages throughout your landscapes including the massive lock at of the finest squares in Spain. Enjoy lunch cruise. Meet the ship’s crew tonight during Carrapatello. Arrive in Regua this evening with before returning to the ship in Barca d’Alva. the welcome cocktail reception. (B, D) time to explore on your own. (B, L, D) An evening of dinner and entertainment Day 4: Porto City Tour Join a local await onboard. (B, L, D) expert to discover Porto, one of the oldest Day 6: Regua - Vila Réal - Vega de Journey to Vila Réal. Day 8: Barca d’Alva - Ferradosa - cities in Europe. Your tour takes you Terrón, Spain The surrounding landscapes are filled with Pinhão Enjoy the picturesque views of
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Portugals Douro River TS527 2015.indd 2 7/17/14 4:58 PM Portugal’s Douro River Cruise & Santiago de Compostela 13 Days from $4149
What’s Included • 27 Meals • Sedan service & airport transfers when you purchase our air. See page 155 for details.
Travel Dates May 2015 - October 2015 Double May 20 $4529 July 8 $4149 August 12 $4149 Sept 2 $4529 Sept 16 $4529 Sept 30 $4309 October 7 $4309
Single Room Supplement (+) $1100 Rates are land only, per person and in Canadian dollars. the countryside as you return through the Day 10: Porto - Disembark Call about additional dates. locks of Pocinho and Valeira en route to Ship - Guimarães - Santiago de Ferradosa. Mid-afternoon, follow the wine Compostela, Spain This morning route, taking in the views of the region’s say farewell to your ship and venture wine estates. Make a stop at a scenic to medieval Guimarães (UNESCO), first Purchase air overlook for a magnificent view of the capital of Portugal, and birthplace of the as part of your transportation package. spectacular Douro River Valley (UNESCO). nation’s first king. A guided tour features See page 156 for details. As you traverse the countryside, discover the imposing 10th-century castle; the the dramatic vistas of terraced vineyards town’s many superbly restored buildings; and landscapes dotted with white villas. and the Palace of the Dukes of Bragança, Pause along the way at a “quinta” (wine with 39 brick chimneys. Continue Accommodations estate) for a tour and tasting of wines north, crossing back into Spain on your • Lisbon, 1 night produced in the area. Your day comes way to the pilgrim city of Santiago de Marriott Lisboa to a close in Pinhão. Explore the old Compostela. This is where the tomb of the train station with its splendid azulejos, apostle St. James was discovered in the • Cruise Ship, 7 nights traditional Portuguese tiles. You’ll also see Middle Ages. (B, D) MS Gil Eanes River Cruise Ship some old-style rabelos – square-sailed Day 11: Santiago de Compostela • Santiago de Compostela, 2 nights and flat-bottomed boats that were used to Learn about the “Way of St. James” from a Hotel Compostela transport wine. This evening enjoy a gala local expert and find out why hundreds of dinner aboard your ship. (B, L, D) • Madrid, 1 night pilgrims walk here daily. Explore Santiago Tryp Ambassador Hotel Day 9: Pinhão - Lamego - Regua - de Compostela’s old town (UNESCO) Porto Discover the town of Lamego, including its world-famous cathedral. On some dates alternate hotels may be used. known for Renaissance and Baroque Discover the city’s grand square, Praça mansions, with a local expert. Your do Obradoiro, home to some of Europe’s tour will highlight the ruins of a 12th- finest historical buildings. The remainder century castle and the Nossa Senhora of the day is at leisure to explore as you dos Remédios sanctuary. Marvel at its choose. (B) Pre/Post-night stay impressive granite staircase, elaborate Day 12: Santiago de Compostela - Start your tour rested with a pre-night stay fountains and quaint chapels, along with Madrid Make your way through northern in Lisbon. Relax after your tour with an extra a Baroque church overlooking the town Spain to the lively capital city of Madrid. night in Madrid; call for details. below. Embark in Regua and continue Celebrate the end of an unforgettable trip cruising to Porto, passing through a series with a farewell dinner at a popular local of large locks. End the day with dinner and restaurant. (B, D) a traditional folklore-themed evening. (B, L, D) Day 13: Madrid - Tour Ends Your tour comes to a close today. (B)
This trip requires a passport Triples are not available. The cruise line reserves the right to charge a fuel surcharge; should this charge be incurred, you will be notified in advance. Air passengers will arrive into Lisbon International Airport, Portugal, and depart from Madrid Barajas International Airport, Spain.
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Portugals Douro River TS527 2015.indd 3 7/17/14 4:58 PM Alpine Lakes and Scenic Trains Glacier Express
©Christof Sonderegger/swiss-image.ch Highlights: Lake Zurich Cruise • GoldenPass Train • Zermatt • Glacier Express Train • St. Moritz • Bernina Pass Train • Ferry Ride on Lake Como • Como • Lucerne
Day 1: Overnight Flight Breathtaking the GoldenPass panoramic train to enjoy charming express train in the world. Enjoy Alpine vistas paint the canvas of your trip breathtaking Alpine views along the route to the natural beauty of this route through the of a lifetime through Switzerland and Italy. Montreux. Upon arrival you have free time in heart of the Swiss Alps. Filled with forests, Explore dramatic railways and scenic lakes, this legendary town on the shores of Lake fragrant meadows, gurgling streams and and enjoy cultural experiences in charming Geneva. Then, continue on to the pedestrian deep valleys, it’s a mountain dream come to villages in the heart of Europe. Your journey village of Zermatt. (B, D) life. Tonight, explore the many splendours of famous St. Moritz during an overnight stay. begins with an overnight flight. Day 4: Zermatt After a short tour of this (B, D) Day 2: Zurich, Switzerland - Tour village at the base of the Matterhorn, spend Begins Arrive in Zurich and take some free the remainder of your day at leisure. Sit Day 6: St. Moritz - Bernina Pass Train time to explore this lakeside town on your back in a café and soak up the rejuvenating - Lake Como, Italy Embark on a journey own. Relax this evening and soak in the mountain air while enjoying views of the through the Bernina Pass while travelling scenery during a lovely dinner cruise on Lake Alps, or perhaps explore the sights of the along one of the most scenic railway lines Zurich, where you will enjoy the traditional town on your own. (B) in the world en route to Tirano, Italy. Enjoy Swiss culinary invention – cheese fondue. (D) Day 5: Zermatt - Glacier Express striking views of the Swiss and Italian Alps throughout your adventure, including the Day 3: Zurich - GoldenPass Train - Train - St. Moritz Traverse bridges and famed Morteratsch Glacier. A ferry ride Montreux - Zermatt This morning, tunnels while aboard the world-renowned across the waters of Lake Como introduces travel to Gstaad where you climb aboard narrow gauge Glacier Express, the most
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Alpine Lakes_Scenic Trains TS416 2015.indd 2 7/16/14 1:21 PM Alpine Lakes and Scenic Trains 10 Days from $3489
What’s Included • 13 Meals • Sedan service & airport transfers when you purchase our air. See page 155 for details.
Travel Dates May 2015 - April 2016 Double May 1, 15, 29 $3489 June 5, 12, 19 $3489 July 3, 10 $3489 August 7, 14, 21 $3489 September 4, 11, 18, 25 $3489 October 9 $3489
Single Room Supplement (+) $440
Rates are land only, per person and in Canadian dollars. Call about additional dates. Lucerne Matterhorn Purchase air as part of your transportation package. See page 156 for details.
Accommodations • Zurich, 1 night Swissotel • Zermatt, 2 nights Hotel Alex or Hotel Pollux you to its stunning beauty. Next, arrive at Day 9: Lucerne Today explore the your hotel. (B, D) “Swiss Paradise on the Lake.” Enjoy an • St. Moritz, 1 night Hotel Laudinella Day 7: Lake Como The day is yours to Alstadt (Old Town) walking tour that follows independently explore the region along the the ancient pathways of the city. Over • Como, 2 nights shores of Lake Como. Keep an eye out 800 years of history lives on with such Hotel Barchetta Excelsior for some of the region’s famous residents treasures as the covered Chapel Bridge • Lucerne, 2 nights whose chateaus dot the hills around (1333); the famous Water Tower that once the lake. Perhaps you’ll spend some served as a prison; the watchtower and Hotel Ameron Flora or Waldstaetterhof treasury; the Renaissance-style Town time strolling the lakefront boulevards or On some dates alternate hotels may be used. relaxing at your hotel. (B) Hall; the Baroque Jesuit Church; and the Lion Monument, carved from sandstone Day 8: Lake Como - Lucerne, to commemorate the heroic soldiers who Switzerland This morning, complete were protecting King Louis XVI in 1792. your journey over the Alps by travelling to (B, D) Lucerne. The remainder of the day is at leisure in this picturesque town. Perhaps Day 10: Lucerne - Tour Ends Your Pre-night stay embark on a walk through the romantic thrilling Alpine journey ends today in the Start your tour rested with a pre-night stay old town or simply take in the beautiful city of Lucerne. (B) in Zurich; call for details. scenery. (B)
This trip requires a passport Triple accommodations are not available. Lake Zurich cruise is available until late September. October dates will have an afternoon cruise on Lake Lucerne. Due to tour scheduling, flights on Day 2 should arrive in Zurich prior to 4:00 p.m. Air passengers will depart fromthe Zurich, Switzerland airport. All transfers will depart Lucerne for Zurich. Return flights out of Zurich should be booked after 10:00 a.m. See page 155 Visit www.gocollette.com to learn more about on-tour options. 109
Alpine Lakes_Scenic Trains TS416 2015.indd 3 7/16/14 1:21 PM Discover Switzerland, Austria & Bavaria Bern
Highlights: • Bern • Chateau de Chillon • Montreux • GoldenPass Panoramic Train • Gstaad • Lucerne • Innsbruck • Austrian Alps • Salzburg • Mirabell Gardens • St. Peter’s Restaurant • Bavaria • Oberammergau • Tyrolean Folklore Show
Day 1: Overnight Flight Set out to The remainder of the day is at leisure to and treasury; the Renaissance-style Town discover spectacular Switzerland, Austria explore independently. (B) Hall; the Baroque Jesuit Church; and the and Bavaria. Day 4: Bern - Chateau de Chillon - Lion Monument, carved from natural rock to commemorate the heroic Swiss Guard. This Day 2: Bern, Switzerland - Tour Montreux - Train Ride Travel along the evening, your dinner is included at one of Begins Your tour opens in the capital shores of Lake Geneva to the legendary, Bern’s most famous local restaurants. (B, D) of Switzerland, Bern, a UNESCO World medieval Chateau de Chillon. This princely Heritage site nestled in the Swiss residence faces the lake but puts forth the Day 6: Bern - Innsbruck, Austria En countryside. The cobbled Old Town section image of an imposing fortress from the route to Innsbruck you will make your is so well preserved that residents who lived mountains. Later, enjoy inspiring Alpine way through Liechtenstein, the smallest here 500 years ago would still find it familiar views with a ride on the GoldenPass and richest German-speaking country today. This evening, join your fellow travellers Panoramic Train from Montreux to Gstaad. in the world and the only country to lie for a welcome dinner featuring local cuisine Discover the delightful ambiance of this entirely within the Alps. Upon arrival in such as traditional cheese fondue. (D) world-famous Alpine ski resort with its Innsbruck – the “Capital of the Tyrol” – a numerous traditional wood chalets. (B) local guide leads a panoramic city tour Day 3: Bern Explore delightful Bern on highlighting the popular thoroughfare, a panoramic sightseeing tour featuring the Day 5: Bern - Lucerne - Bern Set out Maria Theresienstrasse; the Hofburg, now Bundeshaus (the Swiss Parliament), the for Lucerne, the “Swiss Paradise on the a museum, but once the seat of Habsburg famous Bear Pit, the Rose Gardens, and Lake.” Enjoy a leisurely paced Alstadt (Old princes; and the “Golden Roof,” all set the gothic cathedral, which dominates the Town) walking tour, exploring the hidden against the imposing backdrop of the lovely Old Town skyline. Your visit to the Bear Pit treasures of the city. Lucerne has more Austrian Alps. (B) answers the question, “Why are bears so than 800 years of history. Explore such revered in this enchanting city?” Along the medieval treasures as the covered Chapel Day 7: Innsbruck - Salzburg - way, your tour manager will introduce you to Bridge (1833); the famous Water Tower Innsbruck Travel across the picturesque both the language and culture of the region. which has served as a prison, watchtower Austrian countryside to Salzburg. There,
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Discover Switz_Austria_Bavaria TS45 2015.indd 2 7/16/14 1:25 PM Discover Switzerland, Austria & Bavaria 10 Days from $2329
What’s Included • 12 Meals • Sedan service & airport transfers when you purchase our air. See page 155 for details.
Travel Dates April 2015 Double April 8, 15, 22 $2099
Itinerary featured is for May 2015 - April 2016 tour departures. Departures prior to this date will vary. Please confirm at time of reservation. May 2015 - April 2016 Double May 6, 13, 20 $2389 June 3, 17, 24 $2389 July 8, 15, 22 $2389 August 19, 26 $2389 September 2, 3, 9, 10, 16, 23, 24, 30 $2389 October 7, 21, 28 $2389 November 4 $2329 April 6, 13, 20, 27 $2389 Summer Palace Chateau de Chillon Single Room Supplement (+) $300 - $350 Triple Room Reduction (-) $30
GoldenPass Train Panoramic Rates are land only, per person and in Canadian dollars. Call about additional dates.
Purchase air as part of your transportation package. enjoy a leisurely paced walking tour with a picture stop at Bavaria’s famous See page 156 for details. featuring Mirabell Gardens (seen in The Neuschwanstein Castle. Next, visit Wies Sound of Music); the quaint Getreidegasse Church, proclaimed a World Heritage (birthplace of Mozart); and many other site, before proceeding to the picturesque Accommodations highlights of this beautiful city. Enjoy an village of Oberammergau. Enjoy a brief afternoon at leisure to explore and enjoy tour and learn more about this charming • Bern, 4 nights Salzburg’s fabulous sights. The day place, famous for its Passion Play. Hotel Bristol concludes with a delightful dinner at the Performed only every ten years to fulfill • Innsbruck, 4 nights 1200-year-old St. Peter’s Restaurant, the a pledge made by the villagers to God Hotel Innsbruck or Hotel Grauer Bar oldest in Austria and still owned by the for sparing their city from the ravages of Monks. (B, D) bubonic plague in 1633, it has grown into On some dates alternate hotels may be used. an international event. Later, experience Day 8: Innsbruck Savour a free day the rich musical tradition of mountainous in this beautiful city. You may choose to Austria during a Tyrolean folklore show. stroll through the old town and shop at Afterwards you are treated to a farewell Post-night stay many of the city’s outstanding stores or dinner in one of Innsbruck’s most famous Relax after your tour with an extra night in you may just relax and breathe in the fresh traditional restaurants. (B, D) Innsbruck; call for details. mountain air while enjoying a beverage in one of the many cafés that dot this Day 10: Innsbruck - Tour Ends Your charming city. (B) tour comes to an end in Innsbruck. (B) Day 9: Innsbruck - Bavaria, Germany - Oberammergau - Innsbruck Today, fairy tales come to life
This trip requires a passport Due to tour scheduling, flights must arrive prior to 4:00 PM. Return flights should not be booked prior to 10:00 AM. Air passengers will arrive into the Zurich, Switzerland airport and depart from the Munich, Germany airport. All transfers will depart from/return to these airports.
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Discover Switz_Austria_Bavaria TS45 2015.indd 3 7/16/14 1:25 PM Exploring the Alpine Countries Matterhorn
Highlights: Vienna • Danube Cruise • Salzburg • Dinner at St. Peter’s Stiftskeller • Munich • Oberammergau • Innsbruck • Bavarian Castles • Black Forest • Chateau de Chillon • Zermatt • Lucerne • Cheese Fondue
Day 1: Overnight Flight Set out to Salzburg. Tonight, sit down for dinner at the scenery of the spectacular Bavarian Alps explore three distinct Alpine cultures set centuries-old St. Peter’s Restaurant. (B, D) en route to enchanting Innsbruck, located amid incredible landscapes. Day 5: Salzburg Discover the splendour in Tyrolean Austria. Walk through the of Salzburg on a leisurely paced walking charming pedestrian streets and see such Day 2: Vienna, Austria - Tour Begins tour of the Old Town. Some of the amazing landmarks as The Golden Roof on a locally Your tour opens in Vienna. This evening, sights you will see along the way include the guided tour. As you wind through the narrow meet your fellow travellers for a welcome Cathedral, Mozart’s birthplace and Mirabell cobblestone streets it is easy to understand dinner featuring regional wine and a meal Gardens. (B) why this city was the center of European highlighting the local cuisine in the quaint culture and politics during the 14th century. winemaking region of Grinzing. (D) Day 6: Salzburg - Munich, Germany (B) - Oberammergau Today we travel to Day 3: Vienna Come to know Vienna this Germany. In Munich, feel the energy of this morning during a locally guided tour that Day 8: Oberammergau - Black Forest lively and fascinating city during a tour that Today fairy tales become reality as we make showcases its architectural marvels. You highlights Olympic Park, the world-famous a picture stop at Bavaria’s most famous will visit the incredible Schoenbrunn Palace Glockenspiel, and Marienplatz, a beautiful castle, King Ludwig’s Neuschwanstein. Next and see impressive St. Stephen’s Cathedral. square surrounded by shops, restaurants you are off to the heart of the stunning Black This afternoon, enjoy free time to explore the and cafés. Later in the day, arrive at your Forest, a region famous for its artisans who avenues of Vienna or visit one of its many home for the next two nights — the quaint create authentic cuckoo clocks, Hummels museums. (B) village of Oberammergau, renowned for and wood carvings! (B) Day 4: Vienna - Salzburg After a short wood carvings and the Passion Play. This Day 9: Black Forest - Zermatt, journey through the countryside, enjoy evening, enjoy a magical dinner and a visit Switzerland Welcome to Switzerland! a lovely cruise along the Danube, one of by local entertainers from this village famous Your first stop en route to Zermatt is at one Europe’s most important waterways. Later, for its Passion Play. (B, D) of the most photographed castles in the make a stop at the Benedictine Melk Abbey world, the Chateau de Chillon, located on before continuing to the “City of Music,” Day 7: Oberammergau - Innsbruck, Austria - Oberammergau Enjoy the serene Lake Geneva. Later, enjoy a short
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Exploring Alpine Countries TS56 2015.indd 2 7/16/14 1:26 PM Exploring the Alpine Countries 13 Days from $3099
What’s Included • 16 Meals • Sedan service & airport transfers when you purchase our air. See page 155 for details. Travel Dates April 2015 Double April 9, 16, 23 $2699
Itinerary featured is for May 2015 - April 2016 tour departures. Departures prior to this date will vary. Please confirm at time of reservation. May 2015 - April 2016 Double April 30 $3159 May 7, 14, 16 $3159 May 21, 28 $3209 June 11, 18, 25 $3209 July 9, 16, 23 $3209 August 6, 20 $3209 September 1, 3, 5, 8, 10, 12 $3209 September 17, 19, 24, 26 $3209 Danube River October 1, 8, 22 $3099 Summer Palace
Chateau de Chillon March 31 $3099 April 7, 14, 21 $3099
Single Room Supplement (+) $500 - $650 Triple Room Reduction (-) $30 - $50
Rates are land only, per person and in Canadian dollars. Call about additional dates. Highlights: Vienna • Danube Cruise • Salzburg • Dinner at St. Peter’s Stiftskeller • Munich • Oberammergau • Innsbruck • Bavarian Castles • Black Forest • Chateau de Chillon • Zermatt • Lucerne • Cheese Fondue Purchase air as part of your transportation package. See page 156 for details.
train ride aboard the Matterhorn Gottard Paradise on the Lake,” the city of Lucerne. Accommodations Bahn from Tasch to the relaxing pedestrian (B) village of Zermatt in the Swiss Alps. Take • Vienna, 2 nights Day 12: Lucerne This morning, a stroll and breathe in the fresh Alpine air. Mer cure Grand Hotel Biedermeier or Hotel embark on a scenic walking tour of this (B, D) am Konzerthaus or Renaissance Vienna picturesque place, including a stroll Day 10: Zermatt Settle in with a brief through the romantic old town. Enjoy the • Salzburg, 2 nights tour of this mountain resort village. Then remainder of the day at leisure to explore Castellani Parkhotel you are at leisure for the remainder of the the best Lucerne has to offer. Tonight, or Wyndham Grand Salzburg day. Get an up-close look at the famed come together with your fellow travellers • Oberammergau Region, 2 nights Matterhorn, enjoy lunch at a local café, or for a farewell dinner featuring cheese Hotel Alte Post just relax and explore at your own pace. fondue, and toast the end of a wonderful (B) trip. (B, D) • Black Forest, 1 night Maritim Hotel or Hotel Schloss Reinach Day 11: Zermatt - Grimsel Pass Day 13: Lucerne - Tour Ends Your - Lucerne Views of glaciers, crystal tour comes to an end in Lucerne. (B) • Zermatt, 2 nights clear rivers, and snowcapped mountains Hotel Alex or Hotel Pollux will invigorate you as you travel through • Lucerne, 2 nights the spectacular scenery of the Grimsel Ameron Hotel Flora Pass. Your final destination is the “Swiss On some dates alternate hotels may be used.
This trip requires a passport Pre/Post-night stay The Danube River Cruise is available mid-April to mid-October. Due to flight schedules, you may require an early morning departure from the Start your tour rested with a pre-night hotel on the last day. Return flights should not be booked prior to 10:00 a.m. Air passengers will depart from the Zurich airport. All transfers will stay in Vienna. Relax after your tour depart Lucerne for Zurich. with an extra night in Lucerne; call See page 155 Visit www.gocollette.com to learn more about on-tour options. for details. 113
Exploring Alpine Countries TS56 2015.indd 3 7/16/14 1:27 PM Netherlands, Belgium & Paris Amsterdam
Highlights: • Amsterdam • Hortus Botanicus • Diner’s Choice in Amsterdam • Volendam • Brussels • Bruges • Brewery Tour & Beer Tasting • Paris • Giverny • Seine River Cruise
Day 1: Overnight Flight Set out to and greenhouses protected from the bustle grandeur on a panoramic tour featuring the experience the renowned Benelux region. of the city behind the 300-year-old gates. Royal gardens and castle, Atomium, Arch of Cruise the canals of Amsterdam, explore the The remainder of your day is at leisure to Triumph, the Art Nouveau houses, and the ancient lanes of historic Bruges, and stroll make your own adventure. This evening, it’s world-famous Grand Place. (B) “Diner’s Choice.” Dinner is included and you the boulevards of Paris. Your journey begins Day 6: Brussels Today is yours to explore will choose the perfect spot from a “menu” with an overnight flight to Amsterdam, Brussels on your own. Browse a museum; of Amsterdam’s great restaurants. (B, D) “Venice of the North.” take a stroll to discover the world-famous Day 2: Amsterdam, Netherlands - Day 4: Amsterdam - Volendam - chocolate; or you may choose to join an Tour Begins Arrive today in Amsterdam, Zaanse Schans - Amsterdam Begin optional excursion to surround yourself the 800-year-old thriving capital of Holland. your day with a drive to the charming fishing in the Belgian and French countryside Tonight, get to know your fellow travellers village of Volendam where you can stroll while visiting various local farms and food during a delicious welcome dinner, followed the quaint harbour and may see fishermen producers. (B) by an evening under the stars on a canal dressed in typical caps and baggy-legged Day 7: Brussels - Bruges - Brussels trousers. Next, feel like you have stepped cruise. (D) Today we travel to the Imperial city of into “Old Holland” at Zaanse Schans, a living Day 3: Amsterdam Stories of the city’s Bruges. Lined with typical patrician houses, and working community dating back to the past and present unfold during a tour that Bruges conveys the splendour of by-gone 18th century. Explore Dutch culture and highlights Amsterdam’s historic city center, days. Allow yourself to journey back into traditional architectural style amongst its the Royal Palace, and one of Amsterdam’s medieval times with a leisurely paced windmills, barns, and historical houses and famous diamond-cutting artisan workshops. walking tour, guided by a local resident, of warehouses; perhaps even catch a cheese Afterwards, discover a natural oasis in the one of Europe’s most perfectly preserved demonstration or clog-making class. (B) city, the Hortus Botanicus Amsterdam, medieval cities. Then, spend time at one of the oldest botanical gardens in Day 5: Amsterdam - Brussels, Belgium leisure to explore Bruges’ charming streets the world. Originally founded in 1638 as After breakfast, travel to Brussels, the independently. Next, enjoy a tour and tasting a medicinal herb garden, today it boasts capital of Belgium and home of the EU of beer and local delicacies in the last family- more than 4,000 plant species in gardens Parliament. Upon arrival, discover the city’s owned brewery in Bruges before returning
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Netherlands_Belgium_Paris TS415 2015.indd 2 7/16/14 1:29 PM Netherlands, Belgium & Paris 11 Days from $3049
What’s Included • 13 Meals • Sedan service & airport transfers when you purchase our air. See page 155 for details.
Travel Dates March - April 2015 Double (Keukenhof Gardens included) March 30 $2649 April 6, 13, 20, 27 $2649
Itinerary featured is for May 2015 - April 2016 tour departures. Departures prior to this date will vary. Please confirm at time of reservation. May 2015 - April 2016 Double May 18, 25 $3049 June 8, 22 $3049
Paris July 6 $3049
Bruges August 10 $3049 September 7, 21 $3049 October 5 $3049 Summer Palace April 2016 (Keukenhof Gardens included) March 28 $3049 April 4, 11, 18, 25 $3049
Single Room Supplement (+) $1000 - $1150 Rates are land only, per person and in Canadian dollars. Call about additional dates.
to Brussels. Later this evening, join your Claude Monet’s famous painting “Water fellow travellers for a local dinner. (B, D) Lilies” comes to life with a visit to the Purchase air artist’s lovely home and palatial gardens in Day 8: Brussels - Paris, France Today as part of your transportation package. Giverny. (B) See page 156 for details. travel through the lush Ardennes forest and scenic French countryside to the Day 10: Paris Today has been left free to “City of Light.” Upon arrival in Paris you give you time to explore Paris on your own. will have free time to relax or explore the Perhaps you’ll join an optional excursion to Accommodations city independently. You may also join your the world-famous Louvre Museum or Louis • Amsterdam, 3 nights fellow travellers for an optional dinner and XIV’s magnificent Palace of Versailles. Or, American Hotel Hampshire-Eden cabaret show in the city. (B) just sit in a café on the Champs-Elysées or The Manor Hotel and watch the world go by, Parisian-style Day 9: Paris - Giverny - Paris On – it’s Paris your way! Cap off an incredible your panoramic Parisian tour, discover • Brussels, 3 nights trip by savouring delicious cuisine and a city steeped in history. Take in the Crowne Plaza Le Palace a selection of French wines during an breathtaking architecture of the Arc de intimate dinner in a cozy bistro. The • Paris, 3 nights Triomphe; the Gothic cathedral of Notre event is flavoured with traditional musical Hotel Opera Cadet Dame with its lovely rose windows dating entertainment. Afterwards, relax and soak to the 13th century; the historic Place de On some dates alternate hotels may be used. up the atmosphere of the city while on a la Concorde and its commanding obelisk romantic Seine River cruise. (B, D) from the tomb of Ramses II in Egypt; Place Vendome; and the Champs-Elysées, the Day 11: Paris - Tour Ends Your tour Pre/Post-night stay famed promenade that is known around comes to a close in Paris. (B) the world for its people-watching. Next, Start your tour rested with a pre-night stay in Amsterdam. Relax after your tour with an extra night in Paris; call for details. This trip requires a passport Please note that single accommodations are limited and are available on a first come, first served basis. Triple accommodations are not avail- able. On dates that include Keukenhof Gardens, the visit to Hortus Botanicus is not inlcuded.
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Highlights: Warsaw • Jasna Góra Monastery • Black Madonna • Krakow • Wawel Castle • Krakow Diner’s Choice • Auschwitz • Wroclaw • Torun • Gingerbread Baking • Marienburg Castle • Gdansk • Solidarity Shipyards Day 1: Overnight Flight Your journey pay their respects to the famous Black Day 6: Krakow - Auschwitz - Wroclaw through Poland, a land of amazing castles, Madonna. Housed in the Jasna Góra A local expert guides you through the former poignant history and welcoming culture, monastery, you journey inside for an up- concentration camp of Auschwitz. Learn begins with an overnight flight. close look at this miraculous image. Arriving the history of the prison and many of the in Krakow, enjoy some free time to get hardships that occurred within those walls. Day 2: Warsaw, Poland - Tour Begins acquainted with the city. This evening, it’s Later this afternoon you arrive in the ancient Welcome to Warsaw! The city has a blend Diner’s Choice. Dinner is included and you city of Wroclaw. Tonight, join your travelling of old-word charm and a modern energy. will choose the perfect spot from a “menu” companions for some locally brewed beer Tonight, join your fellow passengers for a of Krakow’s great restaurants. (B, D) and a traditional “home-style” dinner at a welcome dinner. (D) Day 5: Krakow This morning we explore local restaurant. (B, D) Day 3: Warsaw Embrace the moving the city on a tour with a local expert that A morning tour of history of Warsaw, a city reborn after WWII, Day 7: Wroclaw includes visits to the Market Square, St. Wroclaw brings you up close and personal as you embark on a locally guided tour. Your Mary’s Church and the university. You will to this large and ethnically diverse city. journey through this capital city includes a also visit Wawel Castle and explore this It could be the only location where you stop at what remains of the Warsaw Ghetto. former residence of Polish kings. The rest can find a Stare Miasto (Old Town) with a The afternoon is free to take in the alleyways of your day is at leisure. Perhaps you’ll stroll Synagogue, a Lutheran church, a Roman and quaint cafés in the old town, explore a the quaint side streets of Krakow’s famous Catholic church and an Eastern Orthodox museum or simply relax. (B) old town, have coffee in one of the largest church standing near each other. The Day 4: Warsaw - Czestochowa - squares in Europe or walk along the river remainder of the day is at leisure to savour Krakow Travel south to Krakow, an for views of the new sections of the city. its idyllic parks and captivating culture. (B) enchanting city famous for its well-preserved You may also visit the Schindler Museum Day 8: Wroclaw - Torun Today you travel town center. En route, stop in Czestochowa, or join your fellow travellers on an optional to the town of Torun, a UNESCO World the spiritual capital of Poland, where each excursion. (B) Heritage site and birthplace of Nicholas year over 5 million pilgrims journey to
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Highlights: Prague • Hradcany Castle • Prague Folklore Dinner and Show • Cesky Krumlov • Vienna • Schoenbrunn Palace • Grinzing Evening • Danube River Cruise • Bratislava • Budapest • Matthias Church • Fisherman’s Bastion • Szentendre • Renaissance Dinner
Day 1: Overnight Flight Set out on an dating from the 11th century to the present. to Vienna. Tonight you will be immersed in exciting cultural experience in the Imperial This evening, it’s a cultural treat as you get the culture as you enjoy local entertainment Cities of Central Europe, featuring traditional a taste of traditional Czech food, beer, wine and sample locally produced wine in the entertainment and a scenic cruise along the and dancing. (B, D) picturesque wine-making village of Grinzing. (B, D) Danube River. Day 4: Prague Today enjoy the freedom Day 2: Prague, Czech Republic - Tour to explore Prague on your own. Take a Day 6: Vienna This morning join a Begins After arriving in Prague, find out stroll to the old town square, home to the local resident for a visit to magnificent why it is called the “Golden City” or “The famous Orloj, which functions as a clock, Schoenbrunn Palace, the summer retreat City of 100 Spires.” You will adore the calendar and primitive planetarium. You may of the Habsburg dynasty for more than 200 city’s unique culture and architecture. This also choose to join an optional excursion years. Continue on to get acquainted with evening, join your fellow travellers for a to Prague’s Old Jewish Quarter to see its Vienna’s city center. Along the way, behold welcome dinner. (D) historic Jewish Museum and Europe’s oldest the beautiful architecture, scenic parks and surviving Jewish cemetery, founded in 1478. gothic spires that fill the city. Make a stop Day 3: Prague Your introduction to this (B) at the gothic St. Stephen’s Cathedral. This fairy-tale city begins with a panoramic tour. evening you may choose to join an optional Visit and tour the majestic Hradcany Castle, Day 5: Prague - Cesky Krumlov - dinner followed by an unforgettable classical including the gothic St. Vitus Cathedral. Vienna, Austria A scenic ride through music concert featuring many fine melodies Then stroll down the quaint, colourful the countryside takes you from Prague from the great composers – Mozart and Golden Lane. Afterwards, discover the lovely into the grand city of Vienna, the former Strauss. (B) statue-lined Charles Bridge. This afternoon, capital of the Austro-Hungarian Empire. it’s your time to explore. Perhaps shop for Along the way make a stop in the fairy-tale Day 7: Vienna - Danube River - Melk famous Bohemian crystal or visit one of the town of Cesky Krumlov. Have free time to - Vienna Travel along the banks of the city’s many outstanding museums, such as explore the well-preserved streets lined with Danube to the medieval town of Durnstein the Lapidarium, home of stone sculptures Baroque architecture before continuing on where you embark on a scenic Danube
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Imperial Cities TS43 2015.indd 2 7/16/14 1:33 PM Imperial Cities 11 Days from $2329
What’s Included • 14 Meals • Sedan service & airport transfers when you purchase our air. See page 155 for details.
Travel Dates April 2015 Double April 13, 20, 27 $2149
Itinerary featured is for May 2015 - April 2016 tour departures. Departures prior to this date will vary. Please confirm at time of reservation. May 2015 - April 2016 Double May 4, 18 $2499 June 1, 8, 15 $2499 July 6, 13 $2389 August 10, 24 $2389 River cruise. “Waltz” across one of the Budapest, visiting one of the many August 31 $2499 most breathtaking bodies of water in museums, sampling the local cuisine or September 7, 14, 21, 28 $2499 the world, immortalized by Strauss, and simply relaxing. If you wish, you may join October 5, 12 $2439 travel through the historic Wachau Valley. an optional excursion which journeys October 26 $2389 Later, visit the 11th-century Melk Abbey, through the picturesque Hungarian Great Summer Palace November 2, 9 $2329 famous for its production and collection Plain countryside, called the “Puszta,” April 4, 11 $2389 of manuscripts. A leisurely ride back to and visit a typical horse farm in this land April 18, 25 $2439 Vienna concludes this marvellous day. You which some say is “flat as water.” Learn have a free evening to enjoy the city. (B) the unique culture and history of the Single Room Supplement (+) $700 - $880 Triple Room Reduction (-) $30 Day 8: Vienna - Bratislava, Slovakia Csikos, or Hungarian equestrians, whose equestrian lineage reaches back 1,000 - Budapest, Hungary This morning you Rates are land only, per person and in Canadian dollars. years. Watch in amazement as they put Call about additional dates. journey to Bratislava, former coronation on a spectacular horse show for your city and Imperial capital of the Hapsburg pleasure. (B) Empire. During your visit, get to know the city’s multilayered history on a city tour Day 10: Budapest - Szentendre - Purchase air with a local expert. Continue to Budapest, Visegrad - Budapest Begin your day as part of your transportation package. the “Queen of the Danube,” truly one of with a visit to the beautiful Baroque town See page 156 for details. the world’s most beautiful cities. Upon of Szentendre and the former Renaissance arrival, a local expert brings the city to life. capital of Visegrad for a magnificent view Along the way, discover Matthias Church, of the Danube Bend and the Borzsony site of many coronations of kings. Next, Mountains. Travel back in time with a visit Accommodations be enamored by the Fisherman’s Bastion to a 14th-century castle where knights • Prague, 3 nights with its white walls, towers and arcades with colourful costumes and authentic Hotel Century Old Town for spectacular views. Continue to historic weaponry recreate the days of chivalry. • Vienna, 3 nights Old Buda and Gellert Hill, followed by the Then, enjoy a special Renaissance-style Parliament. At Heroes Square, admire dinner at the castle restaurant and reenact MGallery Hotel Am Konzerthaus the imposing Millennium Monument, the days of medieval times. Complete your • Budapest, 3 nights completed in 1904, which memorializes fascinating cultural journey with an evening Radisson Blu Beke Hotel the 1,000th anniversary of Hungarian of wine and music. (B, D) dominion. (B, D) On some dates alternate hotels may be used. Day 11: Budapest - Tour Ends (B) Day 9: Budapest You may take advantage of this day at leisure by strolling along the riverside streets of majestic Pre/Post-night stay Start your tour rested with a pre-night stay in Prague. Relax after your tour with an This trip requires a passport extra night in Budapest; call for details. Visitors to the Czech Republic are required to have travel/health insurance which must cover medical services abroad. If you have purchased our Travel Protection, your coverage meets this requirement. Danube River Cruise is available mid-April to mid-October. Included breakfasts are buf- fet breakfasts. A valid travel health insurance policy with minimum coverage of 30,000 Euros is required to enter the Czech Republic. Customs officials may also ask you to show them proof of pre-arranged accommodations and proof of sufficient funds for your stay.
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Imperial Cities TS43 2015.indd 3 7/16/14 1:33 PM Magnificent Cities of Central & Eastern Europe Brandenburg Gate, Berlin Gate, Brandenburg
Highlights: Germany • Potsdam • Sans Souci Palace • Dresden • Czech Republic • Hradcany Castle • Austria • Schoenbrunn Palace • Hungary • Matthias Church • Poland • Wawel Castle • Auschwitz • Warsaw
Day 1: Overnight Flight Your journey a few key phrases of the local language. most beloved restaurants, where dinner through some of the most exciting and Then, depart Berlin for the “Golden City” of mixes with local cultural flavour to create an historic cities in Europe begins with an Prague. En route, make a stop in Dresden, unforgettable night. (B, D) the capital of Saxony, with time to explore overnight flight to Germany. Day 7: Vienna This morning experience this lovely town on the banks of the River Day 2: Berlin, Germany - Tour Begins the city on a tour showcasing some of Elbe. This evening you are introduced to Arrive in Germany’s capital, Berlin. This city its architectural marvels, including the traditional Czech culture during an included blends a deep history, a modern flare and magnificent St. Stephen’s Cathedral and folklore show and dinner, complete with multicultural influences. Tonight, join your the lavish Schoenbrunn Palace, the summer unlimited local drinks. (B, D) fellow passengers for a welcome dinner. (D) retreat of the Habsburg dynasty. The Day 5: Prague Your introduction to remainder of the day is yours to explore Day 3: Berlin - Potsdam - Berlin Begin this fairy-tale city opens with a visit to independently. Perhaps you will visit one the day with a trip to Potsdam to see the the remarkable Hradcany Castle and the of the famous museums, sip a Viennese impressive Sans Souci Palace, the former haunting St. Vitus Cathedral. Continue with coffee at a local coffeehouse, stroll along the summer residence of Frederick the Great. a leisurely walking tour through the old town, boulevards beside the Danube, or simply Return to Berlin for a comprehensive tour showcasing the Golden Lane, the unique relax in this capital of Austria. Tonight you featuring Brandenburg Gate, Charlottenburg astronomical clock and the statue-lined have the option to enjoy a Mozart concert Palace, Kaiser Wilhelm Memorial Church, Charles Bridge. The afternoon is yours to and dinner in the city. (B) Schoenberg City Hall, Kurfuerstendam, and independently explore this great city. (B) the Reichstag Building. Then, reflect on Day 8: Vienna - Budapest, Hungary history as you pass through the area which Day 6: Prague - Vienna, Austria Sit back, relax and enjoy the picturesque was once “Checkpoint Charlie,” and see Leaving the Czech Republic, arrive in Hungarian countryside en route to historic what remains of the Berlin Wall. (B) colourful and vibrant Vienna, the “musical Budapest. Once we arrive, a local expert city.” After a short orientation drive through provides an informative city tour featuring Day 4: Berlin - Dresden - Prague, the city, your afternoon is at leisure to relax. Fisherman’s Bastion, Matthias Church, Old Czech Republic Ease your way into the Later, enjoy an evening in one of Vienna’s Buda, the New Parliament, and Gellert Hill. local culture as your tour manager shares
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Magnificent Cities of EU TS135 2015.indd 2 7/16/14 1:35 PM Magnificent Cities of Central & Eastern Europe 14 Days from $2769
What’s Included • 18 Meals • Sedan service & airport transfers when you purchase our air. See page 155 for details.
Travel Dates March - April 2015 Double March 1 $2349 April 12, 19, 26 $2549
Itinerary featured is for May 2015 - April 2016 tour departures. Departures prior to this date will vary. Please confirm at time of reservation. May 2015 - April 2016 Double May 10, 24, 31 $2939 June 14 $2939 July 5, 26 $2939 August 2, 16 $2939 A special stop is made at Heroes’ Square, Day 12: Krakow - Auschwitz - September 3, 6, 10, 13, 24, 27 $2939 a unique monument to the many diverse Warsaw Today you embark on a October 4, 11 $2939 leaders of Hungary. (B, D) poignant journey through history as you October 18, 25 $2879 travel to witness the camps of Auschwitz. Summer Palace November 1, 8 $2769 Day 9: Budapest The beautiful city April 10, 17, 24 $2939 of Budapest is often referred to as “the A local expert guides you through the Queen of the Danube.” Today is yours former concentration camps where you will see first hand the various prison cells Single Room Supplement (+) $800 - $880 to discover this city divided by the Triple Room Reduction (-) $30 Danube, with historic Buda on one side and learn the history of the prison and and cosmopolitan Pest on the opposite many of the hardships that occurred within Rates are land only, per person and in Canadian dollars. Call about additional dates. bank. Relax in the city, or perhaps join those walls. Afterwards, travel through the an optional excursion to a traditional Polish countryside en route to Warsaw, the Hungarian horse farm where riders reconstructed and modern capital of this Purchase air perform amazing feats, followed by a rejuvenated country. The evening is yours as part of your transportation package. See page 156 for details. typical lunch in the “Puzsta.” (B) to relax or explore. Browse one of the city’s art galleries or fascinating museums, Day 10: Budapest - Donovaly, or simply relax at an outdoor café. (B) Accommodations Slovakia - Krakow, Poland Take in the picturesque landscapes en route to Day 13: Warsaw The moving history of • Berlin, 2 nights Poland. Make a stop in the hidden village Warsaw, both joyous and tragic, is yours Arcotel John F to embrace as you embark on a locally of Donovaly, nestled in the Low Tatras • Prague, 2 nights mountain range of Slovakia. Your home guided tour of this capital city. Tonight, join Dorint Don Giovanni for the next two nights is the lively city your fellow travellers for a farewell dinner of Krakow, which still offers an old-world celebrating the end of a memorable trip. • Vienna, 2 nights (B, D) charm. (B, D) Mercure Grand Hotel Biedermeier Day 11: Krakow Discover Krakow’s Day 14: Warsaw - Tour Ends (B) or Hotel Am Konzerthaus historic Old Town on a city tour featuring • Budapest, 2 nights Market Square, St. Mary’s Church, the Art’Otel University, and Wawel Castle, a former residence of Polish kings. The afternoon is • Krakow, 2 nights at leisure for you to enjoy the city on your Andels Hotel or Holiday Inn City Center own. (B) • Warsaw, 2 nights Westin
On some dates alternate hotels may be used.
This trip requires a passport Pre/Post-night stay Visitors to the Czech Republic are required to have travel/health insurance which must cover medical services abroad. If you have purchased Start your tour rested with a pre-night stay our Travel Protection Plan, your coverage meets this requirement. A valid travel health insurance policy with minimum coverage of 30,000 Euros is required to enter the Czech Republic. Customs officials may also ask you to show them proof of pre-arranged accommodations and in Berlin. Relax after your tour with an extra proof of sufficient funds for your stay. night in Warsaw; call for details. See page 155 Visit www.gocollette.com to learn more about on-tour options. 123
Magnificent Cities of EU TS135 2015.indd 3 7/22/14 9:43 AM Legendary Waterways of Europe © Lüftner Cruises
Highlights: • Amsterdam • Cologne • Koblenz • Rüdesheim • Würzburg • Bamberg • Nuremberg • Regensburg • Passau • Linz • Wachau Valley • Melk • Wine Tasting Ashore • Vienna • Bratislava • Budapest Day 1: Overnight Flight Join us on the through the old part of the city highlights the where you will get to know the city on a legendary waterways that define the true twin-steepled, 13th-century Gothic cathedral. walking tour through its cobblestoned soul of Europe. Begin with an overnight flight Continue to Koblenz, at the confluence of the streets lined with gabled, half-timbered to Europe. Rhine and Moselle rivers. (B, L, D) houses before returning to the ship. (B, L, D) Day 2: Amsterdam, Netherlands - Tour Day 5: Koblenz - Rüdesheim Enjoy Day 7: Würzburg Arrive in Würzburg, Begins - Board Ship Your tour begins in exploring the quintessential German town “The Pearl of the Romantic Road.” Nearly Amsterdam where you board your ship for a of Koblenz before continuing your cruise destroyed during WWII, Würzburg has been relaxing 14-night river cruise across Europe. through a beautiful stretch of the Rhine. Sail rebuilt into a beautiful Franconian town. See Your ship offers the newest technology, past the dramatic Rhine Gorge, dotted with fascinating sights including the magnificent panoramic deck, panorama salon and bar, hilltop castles. See the legendary Lorelei Rock Prince-Bishops Residence, a UNESCO excellent cuisine, and outstanding service. before arriving in Rüdesheim, a charming World Heritage site. Continue cruising Meet your fellow travellers at a welcome Rhine Valley wine town. The “Winzerexpress” through the pastoral Franconian wine region. cocktail reception. (D) mini-train takes you to Siegfried´s Mechanical (B, L, D) Musical Instrument Museum for a guided Enter the Main-Danube Day 3: Amsterdam A local expert leads tour. Explore the historic pedestrian street, Day 8: Bamberg Canal at Bamberg, a UNESCO World you on a leisurely paced tour of Amsterdam Drosselgasee, on your own before returning Heritage site. Disembark and enjoy a guided highlighting its 500 bridges, intricate canal to the ship. (B, L, D) system, charming churches, and 16th- tour to discover the history of this medieval century homes. Later, glide along the canal Day 6: Cruising or Miltenberg Enjoy gem, founded in 902. Later, continue to sail on a cruise through the city center before a relaxing day aboard the ship watching along the canal on your way to medieval you set sail from Amsterdam this evening. the lovely landscape of forests, fields, and Nuremberg. (B, L, D) charming villages slip by. Or, choose to Aboard the ship you will enjoy a Dutch Depart join an optional excursion and disembark Day 9: Nuremberg - Kelheim folklore show. (B, L, D) on a guided tour of picturesque Nuremberg, in Miltenberg. Have time to explore the city Bavaria’s second largest city. You will be Day 4: Cologne - Koblenz, Germany including its enchanting market square. awed by the 900-year-old ramparts, the Cruise the scenic Rhine River to Cologne, Next, continue on to visit the famous glass Imperial Castle and the Justice Palace. one of Germany’s oldest cities. A guided tour museum followed by a trip to Wertheim, 1 2 3 4 5 124 www.gocollette.com Tour activity level See page 155
Legendary Waterways of EU TS210 2015.indd 2 7/16/14 1:36 PM Legendary Waterways of Europe 16 Days from $5519
What’s Included • 41 Meals • Sedan service & airport transfers when you purchase our air. See page 155 for details.
Travel Dates May 2015 - October 2015 Double May 1, 15 $5519 August 27 $5519 October 14 $5519
Single Room Supplement (+) $2750
Rates are land only, per person and in Canadian dollars. Call about additional dates.
Later, arrive at the highest point of your Burgenland. Later, your cruise continues cruise before descending through the to Vienna, Austria’s capital city. (B, L, D) impressive stair-step locks. (B, L, D) Day 13: Vienna Join a local expert Day 10: Kelheim - Regensburg exploring Vienna’s Imperial architecture Summer Palace Purchase air Cruise through the final stretch of the including the Hofburg Palace, the Vienna as part of your transportation package. Main-Danube Canal before arriving Opera House, the Ringstrasse, and St. See page 156 for details. in magnificent Regensburg. Founded Stephen’s Cathedral. The remainder of the 2,000 years ago, Regensburg stands as day is at leisure to explore the city as you Germany’s best-preserved medieval city. choose. Tonight, cruise to Slovakia. (B, L, D) A city walk features the old Town Hall, Tour 12th-century Stone Bridge, St. Peter’s Day 14: Bratislava, Slovakia Slovakia’s remarkable capital, Bratislava, Cathedral, and the Porta Pretoria. Tonight, Accommodations and discover the city’s celebrated sites feel like a local at a typical Bavarian including the 13th-century castle, the old • Cruise Ship, 14 nights evening onboard the ship. (B, L, D) town, St. Martin’s Cathedral, Michael’s MS Amadeus Princess, Silver or Silver II Day 11: Passau - Linz, Austria Arrive Gate, and the Archbishop’s palace. The On some dates alternate hotels may be used. in Passau, where the rivers Inn and Ilz afternoon is at leisure. Tonight, you are join the Danube. Get acquainted with this invited to attend the Captain’s Gala Dinner beautiful town on a walking tour. Discover before departing for Hungary. (B, L, D) its gems including St. Stephan’s Cathedral and the world’s largest church organ. Sail Day 15: Budapest, Hungary Embark to stunning Linz, a favourite of Mozart, on a tour of Budapest, Hungary’s lovely who dedicated his Linz Symphony to the capital, featuring its historic Buda Castle town. (B, L, D) area, Fisherman’s Bastion, and 500-year- old St. Matthias Church. Enjoy splendid Day 12: Melk - Vienna Cruise through views of the twin cities of Buda and Pest, the Strudengau en route to the Wachau spread over both banks of the river. Valley and charming Melk. A guided tour of Tonight, gather onboard with your fellow the valley culminates with a visit to Melk’s travellers for a farewell dinner. After dinner, magnificent 900-year-old Benedictine take in the essence of the region at a Abbey, one of Europe’s largest Baroque fun-filled folklore show. (B, L, D) monasteries. Afterwards, enjoy an exclusive wine tasting featuring vintages Day 16: Budapest - Disembark Ship - from the vineyards of Wachau and Tour Ends (B)
This trip requires a passport Cabins are available on lower (Haydn), middle (Strauss) and upper (Mozart) decks. Please note that river cruises are aboard smaller ships and only have a finite number of each cabin category available. Specific categories are available on a first come first served basis. Please see pricing for cost of any upgrade fees for different cabin categories. Suites are available (Amadeus Suites) on a very limited basis and are not available to passengers travelling as singles. Itinerary is subject to change due to unforeseen changes in water levels, delays at the locks, and other circumstances that may arise along the waterways. Cruise ships have a limited quantity of cabins available in each cabin category. We will make every effort to accommodate your cabin category preference at the time of booking. If the cabin category preferred is not available at the time of booking, the next closest category available will be offered and the published surcharge will apply. Single accommodations are extremely limited. Triple accommodations are not available. Return flights should not be booked prior to 12 noon on the last day of the tour. See page 155 Visit www.gocollette.com to learn more about on-tour options. 125
Legendary Waterways of EU TS210 2015.indd 3 7/16/14 1:36 PM Springtime Tulip River Cruise new tour Keukenhof Gardens Keukenhof
Highlights: Amsterdam • 7-Night River Cruise • Volendam • Arnhem • Middelburg • Ghent • Bruges • Antwerp • Kinderdijk Windmills • Keukenhof Gardens
Day 1: Overnight Flight Savour Day 3: Amsterdam - Volendam After afternoon you may choose to take an springtime in Holland and Belgium with a breakfast, absorb some of Amsterdam’s most optional excursion to the Deltaworks Project cruise that is sure to leave truly memorable important sights and diverse architecture located at Neeltje Jans. This is an amazing impressions. Admire the colourful glory of the on a city tour. You will also get to see the example of how the Dutch have truly tamed blooming Dutch tulip fields and be astonished city from the water during a delightful canal the environment in which they live. After by the endless windmills. Winding waterways cruise. Midday you cruise to the little fishing the Deltaworks you will stop at the lovely lead you to such well-known Belgian cities town of Volendam where you can still find town of Veere, a prosperous trading port in as Ghent and Antwerp. Your tulip-time cruise fishermen dressed in traditional caps and the Middle Ages due to the wool trade with begins with an overnight flight to Amsterdam, baggy-legged trousers. A visit to a local Scotland, and today, a favourite spot for a city filled with classic architecture, cafés, cheese farm illustrates the process of how visitors. (B, L, D) restaurants, and canals. cheese from the area is made and also Day 6: Ghent, Belgium - Bruges This Day 2: Amsterdam, Netherlands - allows you the opportunity to sample some of morning you arrive in the Imperial city of the delicious results! During dinner, the ship Board Ship - Tour Begins Your tour Ghent. Lined with typical patrician houses in resumes its cruise to the Ijssel Sea. (B, L, D) opens in Amsterdam, the 800-year-old its city center, Ghent conveys the splendour thriving capital of Holland. All aboard your Day 4: Arnhem Late this morning you of bygone days. Perhaps you will join an ship as you unpack once for a relaxing 7-night arrive in Arnhem, location of the favourite optional sightseeing tour that includes St. river cruise. Your beautiful vessel offers summer retreat of the Dutch royal family. Bavo Cathedral, with its world-famous the newest technology, panoramic deck, This afternoon your journey continues, painting of the altar of the citizens of Ghent panorama bar, fitness center, delicious cuisine passing by lovely Dutch scenery. (B, L, D) and the “Belfried” with its bell tower. This including regional wines with every dinner, afternoon, allow yourself to be transported Day 5: Middelburg - Cruising Today and outstanding service. Tonight, a cocktail back to medieval times with a leisurely your ship docks in Middelburg, the capital is served in the Panorama Bar offering you a paced walking tour of Bruges, one of of the Dutch province Zeeland. It is known chance to meet your fellow travellers before Europe’s most perfectly preserved medieval as the “monumental city” because over a lovely welcome dinner. Enjoy an overnight cities. (B, L, D) 1,100 monuments dot its landscape. This stay on the ship in Amsterdam. (D)
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Springtime Tulip River Cruise TS209 2015.indd 2 7/16/14 1:38 PM Springtime Tulip River Cruise 9 Days from $2769
What’s Included • 20 Meals • Sedan service & airport transfers when you purchase our air. See page 155 for details.
Travel Dates May 2015 - April 2016 Double March 27 $2769 April 10, 17, 24 $2769
Single Room Supplement (+) $1100
Rates are land only, per person and in Canadian dollars. Call about additional dates.
Purchase air as part of your transportation package. Antwerp See page 156 for details. Summer Palace Amadeus Princess Accommodations • Cruise Ship, 7 nights MS Amadeus Princess ©Lueftner Cruises On some dates alternate hotels may be used. Day 7: Antwerp Today, the ship docks Kinderdijk, a UNESCO World Heritage in Antwerp, Belgium’s second-largest city, site, allows you to experience Holland’s boasting beautiful Gothic and Baroque largest concentration of windmills – many architecture and lively cafés. Antwerp is still operating – and to get a revealing best known for its diamonds and also glimpse into Holland’s age-old battle with as the city of Peter Paul Rubens, who the sea. After lunch, visit the world-famous spent much of his life here. Join a local Keukenhof Gardens, spanning more than expert exploring Antwerp’s historical 70 acres within a beautiful park of tranquil sites including the “Liebfrauenkirche,” ponds and tree-shaded paths. With more Belgium’s largest Gothic church; the than seven million tulips and other flowers legendary “Brabo” fountains; and Rubens’ on exhibit, Keukenhof is a kaleidoscope house. The afternoon is at leisure for of colour in bloom. Your day concludes shopping, independent exploration, or an with a farewell dinner and a typical Dutch optional excursion to the Belgian capital of folklore show celebrating the end of an Brussels. Tonight, the captain welcomes unforgettable river cruise through Holland you to the elegant Captain’s Gala Dinner, and Belgium. (B, L, D) immediately followed by an evening of Day 9: Amsterdam - Disembark dancing. (B, L, D) Ship - Tour Ends Your tour ends today, Day 8: Kinderdijk - Utrecht - leaving you with many pleasant memories Amsterdam A morning stop in of a wonderful journey. (B)
This trip requires a passport Cabins are available on lower (Haydn), middle (Strauss) and upper (Mozart) decks. Please note that river cruises are on smaller ships and only have a finite number of each cabin category available. Specific categories are available on a first come, first served basis. Every effort will be made to accommodate your cabin choice at time of booking; however, if that cabin category is no longer available, the closest available category will be offered. Please see pricing for cost of any upgrade fees which will apply for different cabin categories. Suites (Amadeus Suites) and singles are available on a very limited basis. Triple accommodations are not available. This itinerary is subject to change due to unforeseen changes in water levels, delays at the locks, and other circumstances that may arise along the waterways. These changes may include sites being missed during the trip; however, every effort will be made to substitute another attraction if possible. The cruise line reserves the right to charge a fuel surcharge; should this charge be incurred, you will be notified in advance. See page 155 Visit www.gocollette.com to learn more about on-tour options. 127
Springtime Tulip River Cruise TS209 2015.indd 3 7/16/14 1:38 PM Classic Danube featuring a 7-night Danube River Cruise new tour Würzburg
Highlights: Würzburg • Rothenburg • Passau • Regensburg • Wachau Valley • Vienna • Bratislava • Budapest Day 1: Overnight Flight Sail past Feel the energy of this lively city during a tour Day 6: Passau Wake this morning breathtaking scenery, pausing along the that highlights Olympic Park, the world- surrounded by scenic valleys and charming way in quaint villages and lively cities on a famous Glockenspiel, and Marienplatz, riverside towns en route to Passau, set at timeless trip down the Danube River. Your a beautiful square surrounded by shops the confluence of the Danube, Inn and Ilz tour opens with an overnight flight to Europe. and cafés. After some free time to explore, rivers. Enjoy a leisurely paced walking tour of continue on to Passau to meet your cruise Day 2: Würzburg, Germany - Tour this 2,000-year-old fairy-tale city, exploring ship. Unpack once for a relaxing 7-night the ornate Baroque architecture, the quaint Begins Discover the town of Würzburg, Danube River cruise aboard your lovely ship. cobblestoned streets, and St. Stephan’s known as “the jewel of the Main River.” Here, This craft offers the newest technology, a Cathedral, home to Europe’s largest church at your riverfront hotel, meet your fellow panoramic deck, terrace café, panorama organ. You will have free time to explore the travellers at tonight’s welcome dinner. (D) salon and bar, fitness center, excellent town on your own. (B, L, D) Day 3: Würzburg - Rothenburg - cuisine, outstanding service and unlimited Day 7: Wachau Valley, Austria Würzburg This morning, join a local wine with every dinner onboard. This evening, - Emmersdorf - Vienna View the guide on a leisurely paced walking tour of enjoy a special welcome dinner. (B, D) picturesque landscapes as you cruise to Würzburg, including a visit to the Prince- A guided walking the charming town of Emmersdorf. Relax Bishop’s Residence. Würzburg is an ancient Day 5: Regensburg tour of magnificent Regensburg reveals and enjoy the surrounding scenery or, if Franconian wine town rich in historic sites, one of Germany’s grand medieval cities you wish, join an optional excursion to the including the magnificent 18th-century with nearly 1,400 historic buildings. Some nearby town of Durnstein and the 900-year- residence of the prince-bishops, which of the architectural highlights include the old Benedictine Melk Abbey, one of Europe’s boasts the largest ceiling fresco in the world, old Town Hall. You will also see the Porta largest Baroque monasteries. This afternoon and the ornate Alte Mainbrucke, the oldest Praetoria – built in A.D. 179, it is one of only you continue cruising through the romantic bridge on the River Main. Proceed to lovely two remaining Roman gates in Germany. Wachau Valley, dotted with magnificent Rothenburg, one of the most well-preserved Next, view the first stone bridge built over castles and small riverside towns. You arrive medieval walled towns in all of Europe. Enjoy the Danube, a 1,400-foot-long span built in in Vienna, Austria’s beautiful capital city, in the free time before returning to Würzburg. (B) the 12th century. This afternoon, take a stroll early evening. (B, L, D) Day 4: Würzburg - Munich - Passau - through the old town. In the late evening Day 8: Vienna Join a local expert Journey to Munich. Board Cruise Ship your ship departs for Passau. (B, L, D) exploring Vienna’s Imperial architecture
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Classic Danube TS539 2015.indd 2 7/16/14 1:40 PM Classic Danube featuring a 7-night Danube River Cruise 11 Days from $3649
What’s Included • 23 Meals • Sedan service & airport transfers when you purchase our air. See page 155 for details.
Travel Dates April 2015 - September 2015 Double April 20 $3649 September 21 $3649 Single Room Supplement (+) $1430
Rates are land only, per person and in Canadian dollars. Call about additional dates.
Purchase air
Munich as part of your transportation package. Budapest See page 156 for details. Summer Palace
Accommodations • Würzburg, 2 nights Maritim Hotel
including the lavish Hofburg Palace, the leisure. Tonight, you are invited to attend • Cruise Ship, 7 nights impressive Vienna Opera House, the the Captain’s Gala Dinner before departing MS Amadeus Elegant or Brilliant majestic Ringstrasse and awe-inspiring for Hungary. (B, L, D) On some dates alternate hotels may be used. St. Stephen’s Cathedral. The afternoon Day 10: Budapest, Hungary Embark is at leisure to explore Vienna’s Baroque on a tour of Budapest, Hungary’s lovely elegance, stroll along the Kartnerstrasse, capital, featuring the historic Buda Castle or sample some of Vienna’s famous area, Fisherman’s Bastion and 500-year- pastries. If you wish, you may join old St. Matthias Church. Enjoy splendid an optional excursion to the opulent views of the twin cities of Buda and Pest, Schoenbrunn Palace, the summer retreat spread over both banks of the river. of the Habsburg dynasty. (B, L, D) Tonight, gather onboard with your fellow Day 9: Vienna - Bratislava, Slovakia travellers for a farewell dinner. After dinner, Tour Slovakia’s remarkable capital, take in the essence of the region at a fun- Bratislava, discovering the city’s most filled folklore show. (B, L, D) celebrated sites including the 13th- Day 11: Budapest - Disembark century castle, the old town, St. Martin’s Ship - Tour Ends After breakfast you Cathedral, Michael’s Gate, and the disembark the ship as your tour comes to Archbishop’s palace. The afternoon is at an end. (B)
This trip requires a passport The cruise line reserves the right to charge a fuel surcharge; should this charge be incurred, you will be notified in advance. Cabins are available on lower, middle and upper decks. Please note that river cruises are on smaller ships and only have a finite number of each cabin category available. Specific categories are available on a first come, first served basis. Every effort will be made to accommodate your cabin choice at time of booking; however, if that cabin category is no longer available, the closest available category will be offered. Please call for pricing of any upgrade fees which will apply for different cabin categories. Suites (Amadeus Suites) and singles are available on a very limited basis. Triple accommodations are not available. Ports of call are subject to change based on pier availability and weather conditions. Itinerary is also subject to change due to unforeseen changes in water levels, delays at the locks, and other circumstances that may arise along the waterways. These changes may include items being missed during the trip; however, every effort will be made to substitute for another attraction if possible. Due to tour scheduling arrival flights must arrive prior to 4:00 PM. Return flights should not be booked prior to 10:00 AM on the last day of your tour. An early morning departure from the cruise ship may be required due to air schedules to some U.S. and Canadian cities. Air passengers will arrive into the Frankfurt, Germany airport and depart from the Budapest, Hungary airport. All transfers will depart from/return to these airports. See page 155 Visit www.gocollette.com to learn more about on-tour options. 129
Classic Danube TS539 2015.indd 3 7/16/14 1:40 PM Rhine River Cruise Rhine River
Highlights: Amsterdam Canal Cruise • MS Gérard Schmitter • Volendam • Zaanse Schans • Cologne • Rhine Valley & Vineyards • Rüdesheim • Lorelei Rock • Heidelberg Castle • Strasbourg
Day 1: Overnight Flight Join us for an system, charming cafés and famous Day 5: Cologne - Koenigswinter exciting river cruise featuring Strasbourg 16th-century row houses. Be introduced Today’s destination is Cologne. During your and the romantic Rhine Valley. This journey to the diamond industry during a stop at cruise this morning you pass quintessential brings you through one of the most historic a diamond cutting workshop. Later, enjoy German towns including Dusseldorf and and dramatic regions in all of Europe. lunch onboard before traveling outside Zons – a charming medieval city. Upon Day 2: Amsterdam, Netherlands - Tour the city to the delightful seaside village of arrival in Cologne, your guide leads you on Begins - Board Cruise Ship Begin in Volendam, where you will have free time a walking tour through the city’s stunning Amsterdam where you board your cruise ship to explore among the charming painted old town. Later, leave Cologne behind and for a 6-night cruise along the Dutch canals houses. Next, feel like you have stepped cruise towards Bonn before docking in and Rhine River. Your ship offers an array into “old Holland” at Zaanse Schans with Koenigswinter for the evening. (B, L, D) its windmills, cheese demonstration, of amenities including outside staterooms, Day 6: Rüdesheim Today, cruise past clog making class, and historical houses a full bar, lounge, outside sundeck and gift Koblenz on your way to the legendary and warehouses from the 17th and 18th shop. Tonight, join your fellow travellers for a Lorelei Rock. Soak up the view of the centuries. After a gala dinner onboard the guided canal cruise along the intricate web vineyard region from the Observation Deck ship, enjoy a show performed by your crew. of ancient waterways. Later, gather in the as you pass vineyards and castles as far The remainder of your evening is at leisure to lounge for a reception hosted by your tour as the eye can see. This afternoon, arrive explore Amsterdam on your own. (B, L, D) manager, followed by a “welcome aboard” in Rüdesheim and board your “little train” dinner. For the duration of your cruise, Day 4: Amsterdam - Arnhem - Krefeld, for a tour where you will visit the famous enjoy unlimited wine, beer, and other soft Germany This morning, set sail through “Siegfried’s Mechaniches Musikkabinett” beverages during lunch and dinner and a the Dutch countryside for Arnhem. Here, (or Music Museum). Here you are treated modified open bar during other times. (D) enjoy free time to discover one of the oldest to the music of barrel organs and medieval Day 3: Amsterdam - Volendam towns in the region. History buffs will know mechanical instruments. Afterwards, enjoy - Amsterdam This morning, a local Arnhem as the site of the WWII battle for the free time to stroll Rüdesheim’s Drosselgasse, expert leads you on a tour of Amsterdam strategic bridge at Nijmegen across the river. famous for its quaint restaurants that highlighting the city’s centuries-old canal Dock this evening in Krefeld. (B, L, D) feature live orchestras. Later, travel through
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Rhine River Cruise TS501 2015.indd 2 7/18/14 1:51 PM Rhine River Cruise 9 Days from $3099
What’s Included • 19 Meals • Sedan service & airport transfers when you purchase our air. See page 155 for details.
Travel Dates April 2015 - October 2015 Double April 26 $3099 (includes Keukenhof Gardens)
September 21 $3379 October 14 $3099
Single Room Supplement (+) $1270 - $1760 Rates are land only, per person and in Canadian dollars. Call about additional dates. Strasbourg Amsterdam Purchase air as part of your transportation package. Summer Palace See page 156 for details.
Accommodations • Cruise Ship, 6 nights the Rhine Vineyard lands that include a Day 8: Strasbourg, France - MS Gérard Schmitter stunning overlook of Rüdesheim and the Disembark Cruise Ship Early this Rhine River Valley. morning you arrive in Strasbourg to • Strasbourg, 1 night (B, L, D) disembark and begin your stay in the Hilton Hotel city. Strasbourg, a provincial capital of Day 7: Mannheim - Heidelberg On some dates alternate hotels may be used. Today we cruise past Speyer, Wiesbaden France, blends centuries of Roman, and Worms before arriving in Mannheim French, German and Alsatian influences where the ship will dock. After lunch together, creating a unique character. onboard, disembark and depart for Enjoy a guided city tour of the old quarter, Heidelberg Castle where you join a local “Petite France,” featuring the Cathedral expert for a tour. Witness the ruins of this of Notre Dame. This is considered one majestic Renaissance palace. Discover of the noblest achievements of Western the geometric terraces of the Palatinate architecture. You will have ample free time Gardens and delve into the history of to explore the perfectly preserved old town this stunning structure. Next, travel before heading to your hotel. This evening, with your guide into the historic town join your fellow travellers for a delicious of Heidelberg where you will admire the farewell dinner at one of Strasbourg’s Neckarmunzplatz (city square) and Saint- traditional restaurants. (B, D) Esprit Church before enjoying time on your Day 9: Strasbourg - Tour Ends Your own in this ancient university town. Finally, tour ends today. (B) return to your ship to relax while cruising towards Strasbourg. (B, L, D)
This trip requires a passport For your comfort, we recommend bringing walking shoes. Please note that single accommodations are limited and are available on a first come, first served basis. Triple accommodations are not available. Port charges and taxes are included in the price, however we reserve the right to levy a supplement in the event of changes in cruise line policy. Due to tour scheduling, flights must arrive prior to 4:00 p.m. You may require an early morning departure from the hotel on the last day. Return flights should not be booked prior to 11:00 a.m. Our air passengers will arrive into the Amsterdam, Netherlands airport and depart from the Frankfurt, Germany airport. All of our transfers will depart from/return to these airports.
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Rhine River Cruise TS501 2015.indd 3 7/18/14 1:31 PM 9 Christmas on the Danube Plus, extend your trip with 2 nights in Prague © Lüftner Cruises
Highlights: Würzburg • Rothenburg • Nuremberg • Regensburg • Passau • Wachau Valley • Vienna • Hofburg Palace • Vienna Opera House • Christmas Markets
Day 1: Overnight Flight Welcome the you arrive in Nuremberg to meet your cruise Main-Danube Canal to Regensburg. After winter season with a timeless trip down the ship. Unpack once for a relaxing 6-night a delightful dinner, the onboard orchestra Danube River. Your holiday tour begins with Danube River cruise aboard your lovely provides a musical Christmas concert for an overnight flight to Europe. ship. This beautiful craft offers the newest your enjoyment. (B, L, D) technology, a panoramic deck, terrace café, Day 2: Würzburg, Germany - Tour Day 5: Regensburg A guided walking panorama salon and bar, fitness center, Begins Your tour opens in the ancient tour of magnificent Regensburg reveals one excellent cuisine, and outstanding service. town of Würzburg, known as “the jewel of of Germany’s best-preserved medieval cities This evening, enjoy a special welcome the Main River,” and reputed to be one of with nearly 1,400 historic buildings. Some dinner onboard. (B, D) Germany’s loveliest towns. Meet your fellow of the architectural highlights include the old travellers at tonight’s welcome dinner. (D) Day 4: Nuremberg A local expert Town Hall and the Porta Praetoria, one of provides an interesting city tour of historic only two remaining Roman gates in Germany Day 3: Würzburg - Rothenburg - Nuremberg featuring the old town, the and built in 179 AD. Next, see the first stone Nuremberg - Board Cruise Ship This 900-year-old ramparts that surround the bridge built over the Danube, a 1,400-foot- morning, join a local guide on a leisurely city, the Imperial Castle, and the Justice long span built in the 12th century. This paced walking tour of Würzburg. Wurzburg Palace, where the War Crimes Tribunal afternoon, take a stroll through the old is an ancient Franconian wine town rich in sat in 1946. Your city tour concludes with town to Regensburg’s charming Christmas historic sites, including the magnificent 18th- a visit to Nuremberg’s Christmas Market, Market and marvel at the festive lights century residence of the Prince-Bishops, Germany’s most famous and oldest, dating and decorations. Browse and shop at the which boasts the largest ceiling fresco in the back to 1628. Nuremberg is a toy-making brightly lit wooden huts that sell Christmas world, and the orate Alte Mainbrucke, the center and you will have the opportunity to tree ornaments, wooden toys and local oldest bridge on the River Main. Proceed to shop for traditional handcrafted nutcrackers handicrafts. Late evening, your ship departs lovely Rothenburg, one of the most well- and sample its famous Lebkuchen for Passau. (B, L, D) preserved medieval walled towns in all of (gingerbread). Later in the day, your cruise Germany. Enjoy free time to explore the Day 6: Passau Amid the early morning continues across the continental divide and town’s hidden treasures. Late afternoon light, cruise past scenic valleys and through the final stretch of the fascinating
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Christmas on the Danube TS211 2015.indd 2 7/16/14 1:44 PM 9
Christmas on the Danube 9 Days from $1949
What’s Included • 19 Meals • Sedan service & airport transfers when you purchase our air. See page 155 for details. Travel Dates May 2015 - April 2016 Double November 27, 28 $1949 December 3, 4 $1949 Single Room Supplement (+) $550 Rates are land only, per person and in Canadian dollars. Call about additional dates. Purchase air as part of your transportation package. See page 156 for details. charming riverside towns to Passau, Day 8: Vienna Join a local expert situated at the confluence of the Danube, exploring Vienna’s Imperial architecture Accommodations Inn and Ilz rivers. Enjoy a leisurely paced including the lavish Hofburg Palace, the • Würzburg, 1 night walking tour of this 2,000-year-old impressive Vienna Opera House, the fairy-tale city, exploring the ornate Baroque majestic Ringstrasse, and awe-inspiring Summer Palace Maritim Hotel architecture, the quaint cobblestone St. Stephen’s Cathedral. The afternoon • Cruise Ship, 6 nights streets, St. Stephan’s Cathedral (home to is at leisure to explore Vienna’s Baroque MS Amadeus Brilliant or Elegant Europe’s largest church organ), and the elegance, stroll along the Kartnerstrasse, On some dates alternate hotels may be used. charming Christmas Market. Then, enjoy or sample some of Vienna’s famous free time to explore the town on your pastries. If you wish, you may join own. After dinner, enjoy a delightful music an optional excursion to the opulent Extend your trip with a 2-night concert in the ship’s panorama lounge. Schoenbrunn Palace, the summer retreat Magical Christmas Markets of (B, L, D) of the Habsburg dynasty. A wonderful Prague Post Tour Extension Day 7: Wachau Valley, Austria evening of food, music and entertainment awaits you at the Captain’s Gala Dinner. Day 9: Vienna, - Emmersdorf - Vienna View the Austria - Prague, Celebrate the end of your trip with an picturesque landscapes as you cruise to Czech Republic the charming town of Emmersdorf. Relax enchanting musical performance in the This morning, say and enjoy the surrounding scenery or, if Panorama Bar. (B, L, D) goodbye to your you wish, join an optional excursion to cruise ship and Day 9: Vienna - Disembark Ship board your vehicle the nearby town of Durnstein and the - Tour Ends After breakfast you for a drive through the lovely European 900-year-old Benedictine Melk Abbey, one disembark the ship as your tour comes to countryside to Prague, the cultural of Europe’s largest Baroque monasteries. an end. (B) capital of Bohemia. Upon arrival, a This afternoon you continue cruising local representative will help orientate through the romantic Wachau Valley, you to your hotel and the surrounding dotted with magnificent castles and small city sights. riverside towns. You arrive in Vienna, Day 10: Prague Enjoy a panoramic Austria’s beautiful capital city, in the early city tour including the amazing evening. After dinner you are invited to visit Hradcany Castle where you will stroll down the Golden Lane. Afterwards, Vienna’s most famous Christmas Market, enjoy your visit to the beautiful St. located in front of the “Rathaus” or city Vitus Cathedral as well as the lovely hall. (B, L, D) statue-lined Charles Bridge. Then, your local guide will introduce you to the magical Christmas markets where you may sample sausages, sip boiled This trip requires a passport wine and shop for ornaments. (B) Cabins are available on lower, middle and upper decks. Please note that river cruises are aboard smaller ships and only have a finite number Day 11: Prague - Tour Ends Your tour of each cabin category available. Specific categories are available on a first come, first served basis. Every effort will be made to accommodate ends this morning. (B) your cabin choice at time of booking; however, if that cabin category is no longer available, the closest available category will be offered. Triple accommodations are not available. Air passengers will arrive into the Frankfurt, Germany airport and depart from the Vienna, Austria airport. All A valid travel health insurance policy is required to enter the Czech Republic. If you have purchased our Travel transfers will depart from/return to these airports. Due to tour scheduling, flights must arrive prior to 4:00 PM. Embarkation on day 3 is after Protection Plan, your coverage meets this requirement. 4:00 PM; on day 9, disembarkation is normally at 9:00 AM. Return flights should not be booked prior to 10:00 AM on the last day of your tour. An early morning departure from the cruise ship may be required due to air schedules to some U.S. and Canadian cities.
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Christmas on the Danube TS211 2015.indd 3 7/16/14 1:44 PM Classic Christmas Markets ©Joachim Messerschmidt/GNTO ©Joachim Munich Munich
Highlights: Black Forest • Strasbourg • Würzburg • Franconia Region • Nuremberg • Neuschwanstein Castle • Innsbruck • Munich • Christmas Markets
Day 1: Overnight Flight Embark on locals as you explore the Christmas markets to the historic Nuremberg Christmas Market, a glorious holiday adventure that includes featuring local crafts and traditional food and one of the oldest and most famous markets Europe’s finest Christmas markets. drink before returning to Germany. (B) in Germany dating back to 1628. Here you can spend the day sipping Gluwhein and Day 2: Black Forest, Germany - Tour Day 4: Black Forest - Würzburg - sampling roast sausages. Over 200 wooden Begins Your tour begins in the Black Franconia Depart the Black Forest for stalls have given the Christmas market Forest. Here you will relish the peacefulness the quaint Franconia region of Germany. its name – “Little Town from Wood.” Here of the surrounding forested mountains. Your destination is Würzburg. Stroll through you can find items like Nuremberg spicy Perhaps you will take some time to stroll the the streets with your expert local guide to gingerbread, fruit loaves, bakery goods and village lanes to the local church or shop for discover the city’s history. This ancient wine sweets, Christmas tree angels and toys. (B) authentic handicrafts and woodcarvings. town is rich in historic sites, including the Tonight, enjoy a welcome dinner at your magnificent 18th-century residence of the Day 6: Franconia - Rothenburg hotel. (D) prince-bishops, boasting the largest ceiling - Neuschwanstein Castle - fresco in the world; and the ornate Alte Oberammergau Begin your day with Day 3: Black Forest - Strasbourg, Mainbrucke, the oldest bridge on the River a stop in lovely Rothenburg, one of the France - Black Forest Travel the Main. You will have time to browse for local most well-preserved medieval walled picturesque valleys of the Black Forest and specialties in the lively Christmas market. towns in all of Germany. After some free the vineyard fields of Alsace to the provincial (B, D) time to explore the town, continue on to capital of Strasbourg, France, where Oberammergau. En route, make a picture centuries of Roman, French, German and Day 5: Franconia - Nuremberg - stop at Neuschwanstein Castle, the Alsatian influences blend together to lend Franconia Start your day with a city tour fairy-tale retreat of Ludwig II of Bavaria. this city its unique character. Enjoy a guided of historic Nuremberg. Learn about old Oberammergau is the perfect picture of a tour of the old quarter, “Petite France,” town’s 900-year-old ramparts that surround Bavarian Alpine village. Step back in time as featuring the Cathedral of Notre Dame, the city; the Imperial Castle; and the Justice you stroll the streets past old-world cottages considered one of the noblest achievements Palace, where the War Crimes Tribunal sat and shops covered in colourful frescos. It is of Western architecture. Mingle with the in 1946. Your city tour concludes with a visit
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Classic Christmas Markets TS420 2015.indd 2 7/16/14 1:45 PM Classic Christmas Markets 9 Days from $2059
What’s Included • 11 Meals • Sedan service & airport transfers when you purchase our air. See page 155 for details.
Travel Dates November - December 2015 Double November 29 $2059 December 2, 6, 10 $2059
Single Room Supplement (+) $220 Triple Room Reduction (-) $30
Rates are land only, per person and in Canadian dollars. Call about additional dates.
Purchase air
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Accommodations • Black Forest, 2 nights Maritim Titisee • Franconia Region, 2 nights the ideal place to shop for cuckoo clocks, Park. Enjoy leisure time to independently Mercure Maininsel nutcrackers and Hummel figurines. (B, D) explore Munich’s historic area and • Oberammergau, 3 nights the Christmas market. Later, return to Day 7: Oberammergau - Innsbruck, Alte Post Hotel, Hotel Wittelsbach, Oberammergau where you will have Austria - Oberammergau Traverse time to stroll about the village, perhaps Hotel Bold, or Hotel Turmwirt the Bavarian landscape to the Tyrolean shopping for the intricate woodcrafts the On some dates alternate hotels may be used. town of Innsbruck, nestled in the heart town is known for. This evening, enjoy a of the mountains. Join a local guide for a magical farewell dinner featuring a visit by tour to discover the city’s history, culture local entertainers from this village, famous and popular attractions, including Maria for its Passion Play. (B, D) Theresienstrasse, the Hofburg and the “Golden Roof.” The remainder of the day Day 9: Oberammergau - Tour Ends is at leisure to shop in the many specialty (B) stores and the cozy Christmas market. (B) Day 8: Oberammergau - Munich - Oberammergau This morning, travel to Munich and be introduced to this exciting city with a panoramic tour featuring the Marienplatz, the Glockenspiel and Olympic
This trip requires a passport Due to annual fluctuations on the opening dates of some Christmas markets and tour scheduling, if one is unavailable on a specific departure, other regional Christmas markets may be substituted. For your comfort, we recommend bringing walking shoes. Please note that single and triple accommodations are limited and are available on a first come, first served basis. Air passengers will arrive into the Zurich, Switzerland airport and depart from the Munich, Germany airport. All transfers will depart from/return to these airports. Due to tour scheduling flights must arrive prior to 4:00 p.m. You may require an early morning departure from the hotel on the last day. Return flights should not be booked prior to 10:00 a.m. See page 155 Visit www.gocollette.com to learn more about on-tour options. 135
Classic Christmas Markets TS420 2015.indd 3 7/16/14 1:45 PM Heart of Russia: Cruising Moscow to St. Petersburg Hermitage Museum
Highlights: Moscow • Red Square • St. Basil’s Cathedral • Kremlin with Armory Museum • Piroshki Tea Party • Volga River • Blini & Caviar • Visits to Local School & Local Family • Kizhi Island • Vodka Tasting • St. Petersburg • Hermitage Museum • Catherine Palace
Day 1: Overnight Flight Travel around complex. Afterwards, enjoy a traditional lunch during a brief demonstration. You will also the world as you make your way to Russia. on one of the small boats that dock along see the Church of Prince Dimitry on the the Moskva River. This afternoon you embark Blood, and visit a local handicraft market. Day 2: Moscow, Russia - Tour Begins your cruise ship. You are greeted with a Onboard your ship, continue along the This morning you arrive in Moscow, the traditional eastern European welcoming mighty Volga River through unspoiled forests capital of Russia and its most dynamic city. “bread and salt ceremony,” followed by a and rural villages. While sailing, enjoy an Tonight, experience the best in Russian Captain’s cocktail party and sumptuous exclusive sampling of cuisine unique to culture as you join your fellow travellers for a shipboard dinner including wine. (B, L, D) Russia, such as blini and caviar. (B, L, D) splendid welcome dinner in the city. (D) Day 5: Moscow Today is yours to Day 7: Goritsy Sail south to Goritsy, Day 3: Moscow This morning, enjoy a explore Moscow as you wish. Or, you may a peaceful farming community. Here you tour of Moscow that includes a walk through choose to relax and partake in the onboard will have the opportunity to experience Red Square (UNESCO World Heritage site), amenities of your ship. During your cruise, Russian rural life up-close. Start with a St. Basil’s Cathedral, the GUM shopping enjoy nightly entertainment such as a walking tour of the village. Next, a local center, and Tverskaya Street. Later, enjoy classical music concert, a Piroshki tea party, resident introduces you to the children at a some leisure time in the city. (B) and a Russian folklore show. (B, L, D) local school. Visit the classrooms, browse Day 4: Moscow - Board Cruise through the library and stroll through the Day 6: Moscow - Uglich Set sail Ship Today, visit the incredible Kremlin garden. Later this afternoon you are invited from Moscow for a journey through the (UNESCO), a walled complex that is home to visit a local home where you can meet countryside of Russia. Later, approach the to the president of Russia. Be amazed by family members and see what Russian Golden Ring city of Uglich and soak in a its priceless collection of Imperial treasures provincial life is really like. Afterwards, visit lovely view of its architectural monuments in the Armory Museum, including the crown the Resurrection Nunnery before boarding from the deck of your ship. Later, a walking jewels. Next, go inside one of the cathedrals your ship to set sail for the White Lake. tour features historic Transfiguration situated around “Cathedral Square” which Once onboard, join the chef and crew for an Cathedral, where a local choir performs makes up the very heart of the Kremlin interactive Russian culinary demonstration
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Heart of Russia TS496 2015.indd 2 7/16/14 1:47 PM Heart of Russia: Cruising Moscow to St. Petersburg 13 Days from $3854
What’s Included • 27 Meals • Sedan service & airport transfers when you purchase our air. See page 155 for details.
Travel Dates May 2015 - September 2015 Double May 6 $3854 June 3, 17 $3854 July 1, 15 $3854 August 12, 26 $3854 September 9, 23 $3854
Single Room Supplement (+) $1430
Rates are land only, per person and in Canadian dollars. Call about additional dates. followed by a traditional Piroshki tea party. and along Nevsky Prospect, the city’s (B, L, D) main boulevard. See St. Isaac’s Cathedral, Day 8: Lake Onega - Kizhi Island Admiralty Tower, and other buildings that Purchase air stand as monuments to the extravagant Cruise through Lake Onega, the second as part of your transportation package.
Summer Palace splendours of Imperial Russia. This largest lake in Europe. This morning See page 156 for details. afternoon, enjoy a guided tour through you arrive at Kizhi Island, located at the the world-famous Hermitage Museum. northern end of the lake. Kizhi is renowned Few museums in the world can rival the for its open-air museum; explore these Hermitage in size, grandeur and holdings, traditional buildings of northern-style which include masterpieces by Rubens, wood architecture including the Church of da Vinci, Rembrandt and Picasso. (B, L, D) the Intercession, a spectacular structure Accommodations with nine domes in three tiers. Later, join Day 11: St. Petersburg - Disembark • Moscow, 2 nights your fellow travellers for an exclusive Journey to Tsarskoye Cruise Ship Marriott Grand Hotel introduction and tasting of various types of Selo, formerly known as Pushkin, and vodka. (B, L, D) tour the magnificent Catherine Palace. • Cruise Ship, 7 nights Day 9: Svir River - Green Stop on Built in 1717, the palace was the summer MS Tolstoy residence of the royal family. Marvel at the Mandroghi Cruise through the 119-mile robin’s egg blue of the exterior and the • St. Petersburg, 2 nights Svir River which connects Lake Onega elaborate decoration of the interior rooms. Radisson Sonya Hotel with Lake Ladoga. Spend a few hours in a Later, return to St. Petersburg and transfer quaint riverside settlement where you will On some dates alternate hotels may be used. directly to your hotel. (B) explore various buildings which represent country life in Russia. Afterwards, everyone Day 12: St. Petersburg Today is yours comes together at the outdoor pavilion for to explore St. Petersburg on your own. a traditional Shashlik barbecue lunch. This Tonight, join your fellow travellers for a evening, enjoy a festive Captain’s dinner festive farewell dinner celebrating the end onboard the ship. (B, L, D) of a memorable journey through the heart of Russia. (B, D) Day 10: St. Petersburg Sail along the Neva River to St. Petersburg, one of the Day 13: St. Petersburg - Tour Ends loveliest European cities. Your morning Your tour comes to a close today, leaving tour will take you to Palace Square, the you with many pleasant memories of a historic heart of St. Petersburg (UNESCO), wonderful cultural journey. (B)
This trip requires a passport and visa All cabins onboard your ship are outside cabins on Main and Middle Deck, and are identical in size and amenities. Please note: Cruise ships have a limited quantity of cabins available in each cabin category. We will make every effort to accommodate your cabin category preference at the time of booking. If the cabin category preferred is not available at the time of booking, the next closest category available will be offered and a surcharge may apply. Singles are extremely limited. Triples are not available. Suites are available on request only and are at an additional cost. Port taxes and fees of approximately $40 CAD per person are included in the land price of the tour. A visa is required travel to Russia at the approximate cost of $185 CAD; call for more details. For passengers purchasing their own airfare, transfers to the hotel in Moscow are provided only from Domodedovo Airport (DME). The cruise line reserves the right to impose a supplemental fuel charge. Should this occur, you will be notified of the additional charges. See page 155 Visit www.gocollette.com to learn more about on-tour options. 137
Heart of Russia TS496 2015.indd 3 7/22/14 11:14 AM Cruising the Best of Scandinavia Geirangerfjord
Highlights: Stockholm • Vasa Ship Museum • 7-Night Fjord Cruise • Stavanger • Bergen • Alesund • Geirangerfjord • Copenhagen • Tivoli Gardens Day 1: Overnight Flight of comfort and service on the high seas. and a UNESCO World Heritage site. You Day 2: Stockholm, Sweden - Tour During your cruise of the Norwegian fjords also may choose to visit the Håkonshallen, Begins Your tour begins in beautiful take advantage your ship’s amenities which part of Bergen’s ancient fortress and a Stockholm, often referred to as the “Venice include the day spa, themed restaurants, must-see attraction. Completed in the of the North.” Enjoy a welcome dinner in the casino, plus outdoor saunas and pools. (B, D) 13th century, its first recorded use was in old town at Fem Sma Hus, where five 17th- Day 5: Cruising Today is yours to relax 1261 for the marriage celebration of King century timber-framed homes capture the and get familiar with the ship. Take part in Magnus Håkinsson and Princess Ingeborg of flavour of a bygone era. (D) the almost hourly activities onboard, catch Denmark. Or, visit the home and gardens of the various entertainment shows, relax in the the great composer Edvard Grieg who was a Day 3: Stockholm Discover charming resident of the city. (B, L, D) Stockholm on a locally guided tour. Stroll spa or by the pools, or enjoy one of seven restaurant venues. (B, L, D) Day 8: Alesund Located along the heart the Old Town – Gamla Stan – and see the of the Norwegian coastline, Alesund is a Riddarholm Church, the Royal Palace and Day 6: Stavanger, Norway Stavanger Viking-era fishing village where you can the Parliament. At the Vasa Ship Museum is a blend of a quintessential Norwegian witness the traditional fishing methods of the you’ll learn about its tragic maiden voyage village and a lively city nestled on the calm region. Numerous restaurants offer meals of when it sank in one nautical mile. This ship, waters of its picturesque harbour. Discover fresh seafood direct from the sea. You may commissioned in the 1600’s by King Vasa, the old-world feel of its narrow cobblestoned choose to visit the local museum illustrating was raised 334 years later from its sunken streets as you stroll through ancient open- the village’s history dating from the Stone ocean home. Perfectly preserved, it offers a air markets and pass by its historic homes Age or learn about the sea and sea life at rare glimpse into the amazing craftsmanship adorned with colourful flowers. (B, L, D) one of the largest aquariums in Europe. You of the 17th century. (B) Day 7: Bergen This morning you will dock experience all of this amidst a backdrop Day 4: Stockholm - Copenhagen, in Bergen with a day to do as you please. of stunning mountain scenery and rugged Denmark - Cruise Ship Embarkation This ancient Norwegian town offers visitors ocean coastline. (B, L, D) - Cruise Fly to Denmark’s lovely capital, an array of delights including the surrounding Day 9: Geiranger Geirangerfjord is a Copenhagen. Later in the day, board Royal rugged and glacial landscape plus the stone hilltop village lying at the end of a steep and Caribbean’s Serenade of the Seas, a cruise architecture of the 13th-century church. narrow valley that is home to one of the ship devoted to providing the highest level Visit Bryggen, Bergen’s old Hanseatic wharf,
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Cruising the Best of Scandinavia TS395 2015.indd 2 7/18/14 1:35 PM Cruising the Best of Scandinavia 13 Days from $3349
What’s Included • 26 Meals • Sedan service & airport transfers when you purchase our air. See page 155 for details.
Travel Dates May 2015 - April 2016 Double May 6 $3349 August 5 $3629
Single Room Supplement (+) $990 - $1700
Rates are land only, per person and in Canadian dollars. Call about additional dates.
Purchase air as part of your transportation package. Bergen See page 156 for details. Stockholm
Accommodations • Stockholm, 2 nights Kings Garden Hotel or Clarion Hotel Sign largest fjords in western Norway. You may of Parliament known as Christianborg; opt to join an excursion from Geiranger to Amalienborg Palace, the 10th-century • Cruise Ship, 7 nights Djupavnett Lake and the Dalsnibba glacier. residence of the Danish Royal Family; and Royal Caribbean’s Serenade of the Seas This fjord is 10 miles long, cutting its way the Royal Theater. Conclude the tour at the inland and creating sheer cliffs laced with Little Mermaid Statue, a tribute to the city’s • Copenhagen, 2 nights streaming waterfalls, including the Seven most famous son, Hans Christian Andersen. Hotel SP34 Sisters and the Bridal Veil. While in town, be (B) On some dates alternate hotels may be used. sure to visit the Geiranger Church. (B, L, D) Day 12: Copenhagen Enjoy a full Day 10: Cruising Today is a day of morning at leisure to explore the best shipboard delights during your full day at Copenhagen has to offer! Perhaps you sea aboard your floating resort. Relax while will visit the shops or famous museums in enjoying the ocean scenery, visit the ship’s Copenhagen. This afternoon, the fantasy shops, or attend the various live shows. world of Tivoli Gardens provides the perfect Join your fellow guests tonight for a special place to end your stay in Denmark. Tonight, Pre/Post-night stay Captain’s reception. (B, L, D) join your fellow travellers for a farewell Start your tour rested with a pre-night stay Day 11: Copenhagen, Denmark - dinner in a local restaurant. (B, D) in Stockholm. Relax after your tour with an extra night in Copenhagen; call for details. Disembark Ship After disembarkation Day 13: Copenhagen - Tour Ends (B) in Copenhagen, accompany a local expert on a city tour viewing Denmark’s center
This trip requires a passport Cruise ships have a limited quantity of cabins available in each cabin category. We will make every effort to accommodate your cabin category preference at the time of booking. If the cabin category preferred is not available at the time of booking, the next closest category available will be offered and a surcharge may apply. Onboard gratuities are not included in the price of your tour. For your convenience, Royal Caribbean Cruise Lines automatically applies a $12.00 USD per guest per day service charge to your shipboard account. All of the service personnel onboard receive gratuities from this service charge and there is no need for you to think about additional tipping. Separately, a 15% gratuity is added for bar drinks and spa services. The following categories will be utilized when confirming cabin assignments: Balcony Cat E2; Outside Cat H or I; Inside Cat N. Cabin number assignments are supplied in your final documentation. Triple accommodations are not available. The internal flights on this program are not included in the land price of your tour. These flights need to be arranged and purchased separately if you arrange your own air. Internal flights are included with the air portion of your tour if you purchase air through us. Port taxes and fees of approximately $360 CAD, quoted at time of printing, per person will be included in the land only tour cost. Single cabins, if confirmed, are higher. Prior to full payment for the program, the cruise line reserves the right to impose a supplemental fuel charge. Should this occur, you will be notified of the additional charges. See page 155 Visit www.gocollette.com to learn more about on-tour options. 139
Cruising the Best of Scandinavia TS395 2015.indd 3 7/18/14 1:35 PM Spectacular Scandinavia new tour Stockholm
Highlights: Oslo • Stave Church • Flam Railway • Fjord Region • Briksdal Glacier • Geirangerfjord • Bergen • Copenhagen • Fika Tasting • Swedish Manor House Stay • Vasa Ship Museum • Stockholm
Day 1: Overnight Flight Set out for intricate structure was built around 1180 Norway’s most majestic fjords, the world- Scandinavia, one of the world’s most and is dedicated to the Apostle Andrew. renowned Geirangerfjord. (B, D) Arrive in the quaint village of Flam, nestled at incredible regions. Day 7: Loen - Bergen Take in Norway’s the entrance to the stunning Aurlandsfjord. Day 2: Oslo, Norway - Tour Begins most impressive landscapes en route to (B, D) Your tour opens in the beautiful city of Oslo. Bergen, one of Norway’s oldest and most Take some time to explore on your own and Day 5: Flam - Loen This morning, iconic cities. Bergen was founded in 1070 come to know this cosmopolitan capital. journey along the renowned Flam Railway, and today is known for its old-world charm Tonight, enjoy a welcome dinner at witnessing some of the world’s most scenic and scenic landscape. (B) wilderness. Ascend to 3,000 feet, passing Gamle-Raadhus, one of the city’s most Day 8: Bergen Join your fellow travellers mighty waterfalls, towering mountains iconic restaurants and home to Oslo’s first on a guided tour of Bergen. Walk along and amazing valleys. Travel across the town hall. (D) the harbourfront, known as the Bryggen, dramatic Sognefjord to the Briksdal Glacier, Day 3: Oslo A tour of Oslo features the a UNESCO World Heritage site. Enjoy considered to be one of the most beautiful remarkable Viking Ship Museum, home of fantastic views of Bergen during a dazzling glaciers in Norway. Ascend the glacier in three ancient Viking ships. Continue along climb aboard the Floibanen Funicular. This a traditional “troll” car before arriving in Karl Johan Street and view the Royal Palace afternoon enjoy Bergen at your leisure. (B) beautiful Loen for a relaxing stay in the heart and City Hall in quaint downtown Oslo. of Norway’s fjord region. Tonight, join the Day 9: Bergen - Copenhagen, Next, visit Vigeland Park, where you will find hotel’s chef for an introduction to traditional Denmark Take a morning flight to the collection of statues and sculptures that Nordic cuisine before dinner. (B, D) Copenhagen, the capital of Denmark. comprise Gustav Vigeland’s life’s work. Later According to people who live here, one of this afternoon enjoy leisure time to relax or Day 6: Loen - Geirangerfjord - Loen the best ways to explore the city is on its Spend the day enchanted by the inspiring explore independently. (B) idyllic canals. Enjoy a relaxing harbour cruise landscape of the fjord region of Norway. Day 4: Oslo - Flam Depart Norway’s before meeting up with a local expert for an Journey north to Hellesylt and embark on capital and travel north to the majestic fjord engaging city tour. View Denmark’s center an exhilarating fjord cruise. Traverse one of region. Visit the Borgund Stave Church. This of Parliament, known as Christianborg;
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Spectacular Scandinavia TS102 2015.indd 2 7/16/14 1:49 PM Spectacular Scandinavia 14 Days from $4969
What’s Included • 19 Meals • Sedan service & airport transfers when you purchase our air. See page 155 for details.
Travel Dates May - October 2016 Double May 15 $4969 May 29 $5079 June 12 $5079 June 26 $4969 July 24 $4969 August 7, 14 $4969 September 4, 11 $4969 October 2 $4859
Single Room Supplement (+) $990 - $1050 Triple Room Reduction (-) $100 Amalienborg Palace, the residence of to Sweden’s capital city of Stockholm. the Danish royal family; and the Royal Tour Stockholm’s city sights, showcasing Rates are land only, per person and in Canadian dollars. Call about additional dates. Theater. See the Little Mermaid Statue, a the city’s greatest vistas and attractions.
1913 sculpture honouring Hans Christian Visit City Hall, stroll through the Gamla Summer Palace Andersen’s famous fictional character. Stan (Old Town) and see the Riddarholm Tonight, discover why Copenhagen is Church, the Royal Palace, and the Purchase air as part of your transportation package. dubbed the gastro capital of Scandinavia Parliament. Visit the one-of-a-kind Vasa See page 156 for details. and experience the “New Nordic Cuisine Ship Museum and learn about its shocking Movement” at a local restaurant. (B, D) maiden voyage, when it sank in one nautical mile. This ship, commissioned Day 10: Copenhagen Today you may Accommodations by King Vasa, was raised 334 years later choose to spend your day at leisure in from the bottom of the harbour. Perfectly • Oslo, 2 nights Copenhagen. Or, perhaps you’ll join your preserved, it offers a rare glimpse into Hotel Bristol fellow travellers on an optional excursion the amazing craftsmanship of the 17th to Frederiksborg Castle, formerly the • Flam, 1 night century. (B) residence of the Danish royal family. Enjoy Fretheim Hotel a seasonally inspired lunch at a local Day 13: Stockholm The day is yours • Loen, 2 nights restaurant during your excursion before to explore Stockholm. Perhaps you will Hotel Alexandra returning to the city for an evening at choose to join an optional excursion leisure. (B) featuring a privately guided tour of • Bergen, 2 nights Day 11: Copenhagen - Toftaholm, Stockholm’s stunning archipelago. Tonight, First Hotel Marin enjoy a farewell dinner in the old town at Sweden Cross the famous Oresund Fem Sma Hus. This stunning restaurant • Copenhagen, 2 nights Bridge into Sweden. Experience a is comprised of five connected timber- Hotel SP34 Swedish “fika” or coffee break at one of framed houses from the 17th century that Malmo’s most popular cafés and learn • Swedish Countryside, 1 night capture the flavour of a bygone era. (B, D) about the unique role coffee plays in Toftaholm Herrgard Scandinavian culture. We arrive early Day 14: Stockholm - Tour Ends (B) • Stockholm, 2 nights to enjoy some extra time amid the Kings Garden Hotel or Hotel Stureplan breathtaking surroundings of Toftaholm Herrgard, a family-run manor house. (B ,D) On some dates alternate hotels may be used. Day 12: Toftaholm - Stockholm Leave the tranquility of the Swedish countryside behind as we venture north Pre/Post-night stay Start your tour rested with a pre-night stay in Oslo. Relax after your tour with an extra night in Stockholm; call for details.
This trip requires a passport The internal flights on this program are not included in the land price. All air, including internal flights, can be purchased through us.
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Spectacular Scandinavia TS102 2015.indd 3 7/16/14 1:49 PM Inspiring Iceland
Highlights: Reykjavik • Golden Circle • Thingvellir National Park • Snaefellsnes Peninsula • Puffin Cruise • Blue Lagoon Day 1: Overnight Flight Set out on a (Golden Falls) Waterfall, a stunning 100- and delve into the life and works of the journey full of dramatic contrasts. Discover foot double cascade. Journey to Thingvellir famous Viking and poet Egill Skallagrimsson. Iceland, a land and culture forged by fire and National Park, the nation’s most historic Embark on a true Icelandic cultural adventure ice. Steaming lava fields reflect a volcanic area. Here, Icelanders gathered in A.D. as you spend time with a family that keeps nature. Massive glaciers sculpt mountains 930 and established what is considered alive a 400-year-old tradition of catching and and valleys, leaving thundering waterfalls one of the world’s first parliaments. Find preserving Greenland shark. See the fishing and plunging fjords. yourself standing upon one of the globe’s boat that was used by their grandfather; most geologically significant landscapes – the tiny farmer’s church; and explore the Day 2: Reykjavik, Iceland - Tour Thingvellir’s rugged rift valley – a UNESCO museum to learn more about Iceland’s deep Begins Begin in Reykjavik where you have World Heritage site that marks the crest of the relationship with this trade. Before leaving, the choice of two cultural experiences. You Mid-Atlantic Ridge, the point where the North taste “hakare,” cured shark meat. Travel may opt to set out on a bicycle trip that American and Eurasian tectonic plates meet. to the fishing village of Grundarfjordur and explores the old town, the heart of the city Return to Reykjavik and have time to explore board a traditional oak fishing vessel. Head and the old cemetery. Or, you may choose the city on your own. Later, you may choose out to Melrakkaey Island, a Puffin sanctuary. a personal walking tour of the city’s old to learn more about Iceland’s volcanoes and En route you may have the opportunity section that features Hallgrimskirkja church, how important they are to the country during to immerse yourself in Icelandic fishing City Hall, the harbour, and Reykjavik’s oldest an optional tour to Volcano House. (B) practices by joining your captain as he fishes building, home of the Kraum Icelandic for tonight’s dinner. Experience the life of the Design Center. Tonight, get to know your Day 4: Reykjavik - Grundarfjordur locals as you overnight in this quaint fishing fellow travellers at a popular restaurant while Journey to the Snaefellsnes Peninsula. Catch village. (B, D) dining on Icelandic cuisine. (D) a glimpse of Hallmundarhraun, the largest lava field in this region where lava emanated Day 5: Grundarfjordur - Akureyri Day 3: Reykjavik - Golden Circle - from the northwestern slopes of the Continue the adventure as we travel to Reykjavik Travel the incredible Golden Langjokull (long glacier). See the first toehold the north of the country. En route, stop Circle, a route that encompasses many of of vegetation growing close to where the at the home of Erik the Red, now a Iceland’s most renowned natural wonders. eruption began. Visit the Settlement Museum museum. Imagine yourself a part of his Marvel at the beauty of the Gullfoss to discover the Saga of Settlement of Iceland grand explorations before he was exiled to
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Italian Lakes, Greek Islands & Venice Santorini
Highlights: Lago Maggiore • Como • Stresa • Greek Islands • Corfu • Santorini • Mykonos • Katakolon • Olympia • Venice • Murano Island
Day 1: Overnight Flight Join us as we Day 4: Lago Maggiore - Venice - Day 7: Santorini Welcome to the explore the magnificent historical sights and Board Cruise Ship Depart for Venice stunning island of Santorini. In 1500 B.C., cultures of northern Italy and the stunning this morning. Your exciting 7-night Eastern a powerful volcano erupted and caused the Greek Islands. Experience the breathtaking Mediterranean cruise begins today on the central part of the island to sink into the scenery of the Italian lakes region followed Norwegian Jade. This lovely ship offers sea. Could this be the lost city of Atlantis? by a splendid 7-night Eastern Mediterranean award-winning restaurants, a relaxing spa, a Enjoy an entire day at leisure to soak in cruise aboard the Norwegian Jade. grand casino and energetic nightlife. While the breathtaking views and delve into the Day 2: Lago Maggiore, Italy - Tour onboard, breakfast, lunch and dinner are mysteries of ancient Santorini. Depart this included daily. Early this evening you will set evening and sail overnight to Mykonos. Begins Your tour opens on the picturesque sail for Corfu, Greece. (B, D) (B, L, D) Lago Maggiore. This evening, join your fellow travellers for a welcome dinner. (D) Day 5: At Sea Enjoy a full day at sea. Day 8: Mykonos Dock this morning Day 3: Lago Maggiore - Como - Stresa Savour the magic of the Mediterranean as on the famed island of Mykonos. Enjoy you sit back, relax by the pool and explore a relaxing day to independently explore - Lago Maggiore Ease your way into the all of the amenities available onboard your the charms of the most popular island in local culture as your tour manager shares cruise ship. (B, L, D) the Cyclades. Don’t miss Mykonos Town, a few key phrases of the native language. where mazes of narrow streets link the Then, enjoy time in the beautiful resort town Day 6: Corfu, Greece Today, visit the whitewashed buildings and traditional life of Como, charming with its beautiful villas, sea swept island of Corfu. Surrounded by continues amidst the bustling activity. colourful gardens and spectacular views. turquoise waters and mountainous terrain, (B, L, D) Return to Lake Maggiore to soak up the Corfu is considered the most lush of the lakeside atmosphere of this delightful town. Ionian Islands. Visit one of its many golden Day 9: Olympia (Katakolon) This Visit one of Stresa’s specialty wine shops to sand beaches or explore the elegant town, morning, dock in Olympia. You may wish to enjoy a fun wine tasting while learning about rich in history and the arts. Sail this evening visit the legendary sanctuary of Zeus and the Italy’s renowned products such as olive oil, to breathtaking Santorini. (B, L, D) Olympic Stadium, where the first Olympic balsamic vinegar and fine wines. (B) Games were held in 776 B.C. (B, L, D)
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Italian Lakes_Greek Islands_Venice TS140 2015.indd 2 7/16/14 1:54 PM Italian Lakes, Greek Islands & Venice 13 Days from $3054
What’s Included • 26 Meals • Sedan service & airport transfers when you purchase our air. See page 155 for details.
Travel Dates April 2015 - April 2016 Double April 29 $3054 May 13, 27 $3224 June 10, 24 $3334 August 19 $3274 September 2, 16, 30 $3224 October 14 $3114
Single Room Supplement (+) $1260 - $1490 Triple Room Reduction (-) $30
Rates are land only, per person and in Canadian dollars. Call about additional dates. Mykonos Summer Palace Norwegian Jade Purchase air as part of your transportation package. See page 156 for details.
Accommodations • Lago Maggiore, 2 nights Zacchera Hotels Day 10: At Sea Relax during another Day 12: Murano Island, Venice • Cruise Ship, 7 nights day at sea. Cast your eyes toward the The day is yours to explore the island of Norwegian Jade (NCL) horizon and reflect on your amazing Murano independently. One of the most journey. Take some time to once again impressive sights here is the Church of • Venice, 2 nights enjoy all of the amenities available aboard San Pietro, where travellers can look upon LaGare Hotel, Murano Island your ship. (B, L, D) the restored frescoes created by Veronese, On some dates alternate hotels may be used. Day 11: Venice, Italy - Disembark Tintoretto and Bellini. Or you may wish to continue to experience Venice on your Cruise Ship - Murano Island, Venice own. And of course you can choose to Disembark your cruise ship this morning in see the city by gondola – there is no better enchanting Venice. Visit St. Mark’s Square, way to experience the magic of Venice Post-night stay a bustling hub of quintessentially Italian than on a serenaded gondola ride through Relax after your tour with an extra night in activity and events. A local expert provides the canals. This evening, enjoy a farewell Venice; call for details. a walking tour featuring the Clock Tower, dinner celebrating the end of a fun-filled, St. Mark’s Basilica, the Grand Canal, and memorable trip. (B, D) the famous Bridge of Sighs. Next we travel to Murano Island, famous around the Day 13: Murano Island, Venice - Tour world for beautiful blown glass. (B) Ends Your tour comes to a close today. (B)
This trip requires a passport The following cabin categories are available for most departures: Inside Category IB, IE, ID or IF (INSIDE); Outside Category OB, OC, OF or OG (OCEAN VIEW) or Balcony Category BD (BALCONY). Specific cabin assignments are supplied in your final documentation. Balcony, Single and Triple cabins are limited and will be confirmed upon request and availability from the cruise line. Port charges of $257 USD, quoted at time of printing, will be included in the land only tour cost. Single cabins, if confirmed, are higher. Prior to full payment for the program, the cruise line reserves the right to impose a supplemental fuel charge. Should this occur, you will be notified of the additional charges. Air passengers will arrive into the Milan, Italy airport. All transfers will depart from Venice, Italy. Zacchera Hotels is a hotel chain in Lago Maggiore. The exact hotel to be used will be available 15 days prior to tour departure date. Onboard gratuities are not included in the price of your tour. For your convenience, NCL automatically applies a 12 USD (subject to change) per guest, per day service charge to your shipboard account. All of the service personnel on board receive gratuities from this service charge and there is no need for you to think about additional tipping. Separately, a gratuity is automatically added to beverage purchases. See page 155 Visit www.gocollette.com to learn more about on-tour options. 145
Italian Lakes_Greek Islands_Venice TS140 2015.indd 3 7/16/14 1:54 PM Exploring Greece and Its Islands Santorini
Highlights: Athens • Taverna Dinner Show • The Acropolis • Metéora • Delphi • Olympia • Cooking Class • Greek Dance Class • Mycenae • Winery & Olive Oil Tour & Tasting • Mykonos • Santorini • Ancient Akrotiri
Day 1: Overnight Flight Discover the beautiful Byzantine icons. End your day in city of Olympia, a testament to the grandeur beauty and timeless wonder found only in Kalambaka, a typical Greek town at the foot of ancient Greek civilization. (B, D) Greece. of the Pindos Mountains. (B, D) Day 7: Olympia Your guided visit to Day 2: Athens, Greece - Tour Begins Day 5: Kalambaka - Metéora - Arachova ancient Olympia includes a tour of the Your tour begins in the capital city of Athens. Visit two remote Metéora monasteries sanctuary of Zeus, the Olympic Stadium – This evening, join your fellow travellers for situated in a unique landscape of limestone where the first Olympic Games were held in a welcome dinner in Athens’ historic Plaka rock “towers” that extend nearly 900 feet 776 B.C. – and the Museum. Later, partake district. In a traditional taverna, feast on into the air. Over 600 years ago, Byzantine in a Mediterranean cooking experience local cuisine and wine while enjoying Greek monks chose to build their monastic followed by a traditional Greek lunch. Next, entertainment. (D) community perched atop these virtually visit the countryside for a tour and tasting Day 3: Athens Enjoy a comprehensive inaccessible rocks. Continue on to charming of local wines, olive oil, homemade jams tour of Athens showcasing the city’s ancient Arachova, a popular ski resort town with and marmalades. This evening, broaden and glorious monuments. Tour the incredible breathtaking views of the surrounding your knowledge of traditional Greek musical Acropolis; see the ruins of the Temple of Zeus, mountains and valleys. (B, D) instruments and folkloric dances with a delightful Greek dance class. (B, L, D) the Royal Palace, Tomb of the Unknown Day 6: Arachova - Delphi - Olympia Soldier and the Olympic Stadium. (B) The ancient city of Delphi was one of Day 8: Olympia - Mycenae - Tolo Enjoy spectacular scenery as you cross the Day 4: Athens - Thermopylae - Greece’s most important religious centers Arkadian Mountains en route to the ancient Kalambaka Ease your way into the local during Classical times. A local expert guides city of Mycenae for a guided visit of the culture as your tour manager teaches you you on a visit to the Sanctuary of Apollo, excavations featuring the Beehive Tombs a few key phrases of the native language. the Doric Temple, theatre and the Delphi and the Lion Gate. Your day ends in the Travel north through central Greece to Museum with its priceless collection of picturesque seaside resort of Tolo. (B) Thermopylae. Stop to see a monument ancient artifacts. It was here that the famous dedicated to Leonidas, who died defending Oracle was consulted to foretell the destiny Day 9: Tolo - Athens - Mykonos This the city against the Persians. Later, visit a of Man. Travel along the Gulf of Corinth, morning, transfer to the port of Athens local studio to see painters at work creating crossing into the Peloponnese to the historic for the high-speed ferry ride to Mykonos,
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Exploring Greece_Its Islands TS2 2015.indd 2 7/18/14 1:39 PM Exploring Greece and Its Islands 15 Days from $3099
What’s Included • 22 Meals • Sedan service & airport transfers when you purchase our air. See page 155 for details. Travel Dates April 2015 Double April 12, 19, 26 $2649 Itinerary featured is for May 2015 - April 2016 tour departures. Departures prior to this date will vary. Please confirm at time of reservation. May 2015 - April 2016 Double May 10, 17 $3269 May 24 $3379 June 7, 21 $3379 July 5, 19 $3489 September 6, 13, 15 $3379 September 20 $3319
Metéora September 27 $3269 Mykonos October 4, 6 $3159 April 17, 24 $3099
Single Room Supplement (+) $600 - $1320 Triple Room Reduction (-) $30 - $50 Rates are land only, per person and in Canadian dollars. Call about additional dates. Purchase air as part of your transportation package. the whitewashed jewel of the Cyclades travel through a fascinating landscape See page 156 for details. Islands. Enjoy magnificent views as you of vineyards, whitewashed chapels and sail across the brilliant Aegean Sea to this volcanic cliffs to the spectacular town of Accommodations island paradise. (B, D) Oia, where the best views of the crater • Athens, 2 nights are found. End your day with a visit to a Day 10: Mykonos Enjoy a relaxing day Crowne Plaza City Center to independently explore the charms of local winery that produces the unique and Mykonos. Don’t miss Mykonos Town, famous wines of Santorini. (B) • Kastraki, Kalambaka, 1 night where mazes of narrow streets link the Day 13: Santorini The day is at leisure Meteora Hotel whitewashed buildings and traditional life for you to relax and explore Santorini, • Arachova, 1 night continues amidst the bustling activity. (B) considered one of the most spectacular Hotel Anemolia and stunning landscapes in the world. Day 11: Mykonos - Santorini Sail • Olympia, 2 nights Shop in Thira’s charming town center, take to the most spectacular destination in Europa Hotel the Mediterranean, the fabled island of in the breathtaking scenery, visit a local Santorini. (B, D) museum or simply enjoy the amenities of • Tolo, 1 night your hotel. (B) Hotel King Minos or Apollon Day 12: Santorini Begin your day with a visit to the excavation site of ancient Day 14: Santorini - Athens Bid farewell • Mykonos, 2 nights Akrotiri, the most important prehistoric to the Greek Islands and fly back to Myconian K Hotel Athens for your overnight stay. Celebrate settlement found anywhere in the Eastern • Santorini, 3 nights the end of a memorable trip to Greece Mediterranean. Known as the “Minoan El Greco Resort, Aegean Plaza Hotel, with a delightful farewell dinner. (B, D) Pompeii,” the flourishing town was at or Santo Mira Mare Resort Hotel once destroyed and preserved by a Day 15: Athens - Tour Ends (B) volcanic eruption around 1450 B.C. Next, • Athens, 1 night Crowne Plaza City Center This trip requires a passport On some dates alternate hotels may be used. The internal flights on this program are not included in the land price of your tour. These flights need to be arranged and purchased separately if you arrange your own air. Internal flights are included with the air portion of your tour if you purchase air through us. If you require a walker or wheelchair, or have difficulty walking, you may not be able to access some of these areas and may want to consider an alternate tour. Due to Pre-night stay the nature of this itinerary, both 3 and 4 star hotels will be utilized that may be located in the vicinity of historic centers. Luggage handling is Start your tour rested with a pre-night not available when getting on and off the ferries in Mykonos and Santorini. stay in Athens. See page 155 Visit www.gocollette.com to learn more about on-tour options. 147
Exploring Greece_Its Islands TS2 2015.indd 3 7/21/14 9:01 AM Israel: A Journey to the Holy Land Plus, extend your trip with 4 nights in Jordan The Western Wall The Western
Highlights: Tel Aviv • Jaffa • Caesarea • Tiberias • Nazareth • Galilee Boat Museum • Sea of Galilee • Jericho • Qumran • Dead Sea • Masada • Bethlehem • Church of the Nativity • Jerusalem • Mount of Olives • Mt. Zion • Wailing Wall • Mahane Yehuda Market
Day 1: Overnight Flight Embark on an Day 4: Tiberias - Cana - Nazareth - ancient theatre. Continue along the Jordan inspirational journey to the Holy Land and visit Tabgha - Capernaum - Sea of Galilee River Valley to Jericho. Over 2,000 years some of the most ancient sites in the world. This morning, get to know some important old, it is considered to be the oldest city on Day 2: Tel Aviv, Israel - Tour Begins biblical locations. Begin with a visit to earth. Journey to Qumran, the location of - Jaffa - Tel Aviv Your tour begins in Tel Cana, considered to be the site of the First one of the most important archaeological Aviv, a bustling city brimming with culture Miracle, where Jesus turned water into finds of all time – the discovery of the and history. Tonight, join your fellow travellers wine. Next, travel to Nazareth to visit the ancient Dead Sea Scrolls. Next, stop at for a welcome dinner at a local restaurant in Church of the Annunciation and Mary’s Well. AHAVA Visitors Center to learn about Dead the ancient port city of Jaffa. (D) Afterwards, visit the Mt. of Beatitudes, site Sea minerals and their benefits to beauty of the Sermon on the Mount, and Tabgha, and health. Afterwards, proceed to the Day 3: Tel Aviv - Caesarea - Haifa site of the Miracle of the Loaves and Fishes. lowest place on Earth, the Dead Sea. The Travel along the - Acre - Tiberias Your visit to Capernaum is followed by a remainder of the day is at leisure. (B, D) Mediterranean coast to the ruins of the stop at the Galilee Boat Museum to see ancient Roman capital of Caesarea, built by Day 6: Dead Sea - Masada - Bethlehem the display of the boat that sailed the Sea Herod the Great in 22 B.C. Pause to visit - Jerusalem Today’s route leads you to the of Galilee approximately 2,000 years ago the Roman Theatre, Aqueduct and Fortress. former palatial fortress of Masada (UNESCO). during the time of Jesus. Later, enjoy a boat Travel the Valley of Armageddon to the Ascending the ancient walls of Masada by ride on the Sea of Galilee. Get a taste of the fascinating excavation site of Tel Megiddo. cable car, a visit to Herod’s Palaces, the local flavour during lunch at a communal Next, take in the breathtaking panorama of Roman Camp and the Synagogue await. A settlement, known as a Kibbutz. Later, cross Haifa and the Baha’i Shrine and Gardens stop in the biblical city of Bethlehem, spread the River Jordan to visit the Golan Heights on Mount Carmel (UNESCO World Heritage along the Judean Hills, allows for a visit to and the Hashalom Observatory. (B, L, D) site). Then, feel like you have stepped back the Church of the Nativity, the birthplace of in time with a visit the ancient Crusader city Day 5: Tiberias - Beit Shean - Jericho - Jesus and the first church ever built. Tonight of Acre (UNESCO). Your day comes to an Qumran - Dead Sea Begin the day with a you arrive in one of the holiest cities in the end in Tiberias. (B, D) visit to Beit Shean to see the well-preserved world, Jerusalem. (B, D)
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What’s Included • 15 Meals • Sedan service & airport transfers when you purchase our air. See page 155 for details.
Travel Dates February - April 2015 Double February 4, 11, 18, 25 $2249 March 4 $2349 March 11, 18 $2449 April 8 $2649 April 15, 22 $2449
Itinerary featured is for May 2015 - April 2016 tour departures. Departures prior to this date will vary. Please confirm at time of reservation. May 2015 - April 2016 Double May 13 $2879
Masada June 3, 10 $2879 September 2, 16 $2719 October 14, 21, 28 $2879 Summer Palace Mt. of Beatitudes November 4, 10, 11 $2879 February 3, 10, 17, 24 $2549 March 1, 2, 8, 9 $2879 April 6, 13 $2879 April 20, 27 $2989
Single Room Supplement (+) $830 - $1100 Day 7: Jerusalem Drive to the Mount of Western (Wailing) Wall, the Temple area, Triple Room Reduction (-) $30 Olives to take in the vast panoramic view of the Dome of the Rock (outside view only), Rates are land only, per person and in Canadian dollars. the city of Jerusalem and the surrounding the Pool of Bethesda and the Church Call about additional dates. area. Proceed to the Church of Ascension of St. Anne. Next, walk the path of the and the Garden of Gethsemane. Discover Stations of the Cross as you traverse the Kidron Valley and the tombs of Mary, the Via Dolorosa, beginning at Pilate’s Purchase air Absalom, Zachariah and James. Continue Judgment Hall and ending at the Church as part of your transportation package. See page 156 for details. on to St. Peter in Galicantu and Mt. Zion of the Holy Sepulchre. In the afternoon, where you will see the room of The Last explore the sights, sounds and aromas Supper and the tomb of King David. See of the world-renowned Mahane Yehuda the Shrine of the Book at the Israel Museum Market, known to everyone as the shuk Accommodations to view the display of the Dead Sea Scrolls. (open-air market). (B) • Tel Aviv, 1 night Then, visit the Garden Tomb. (B) Day 9: Jerusalem Your day is at leisure Isrotel Tower Hotel Day 8: Old City, Jerusalem - Mahane to explore independently or simply relax. • Tiberias, 2 nights Yehuda Market A magnificent tour of This evening, join your fellow travellers for the Holy City of Jerusalem begins with a dinner at one of Jerusalem’s most popular Leonardo Plaza Hotel drive to the old walled city. While walking restaurants. (B, D) • Dead Sea, 1 night through the four quarters that make up Day 10: Jerusalem - Tour Ends (B) Isrotel Ganim the Old City (UNESCO), you will visit the • Jerusalem, 4 nights Extend your trip in Jordan Prima Royale Hotel Complete your tour with a 4-night stay in fascinating and On some dates alternate hotels may be used. historic Jordan. See page 153 for details.
This trip requires a passport Due to tour scheduling, arrival flights into Tel Aviv should arrive prior to 4:00 p.m. Due to flight schedules, you may require a very early morning Pre-night stay departure from the hotel on the last day (Day 10). Travel distance from Jerusalem to Tel Aviv’s Ben Gurion airport is approximately 1 hour and Start your tour rested with a pre-night stay 15 minutes. It is recommended that you arrive at Ben Gurion airport approximately 3 hours prior to departure. Proper dress is required when in Tel Aviv; call for details. visiting religious sites, sanctuaries, basilicas, etc. Air passengers will depart from the Tel Aviv airport and all transfers will depart from Jerusalem for the Tel Aviv airport. See page 155 Visit www.gocollette.com to learn more about on-tour options. 149
Israel_Journey to Holy Land TS238 2015.indd 3 7/16/14 1:58 PM Treasures of the Nile Pyramids of Giza Pyramids
Highlights: Giza • Museum of Egyptian Antiquities • Pyramids • Memphis • Sakkara • Luxor • Temples of Karnak • Valley of the Kings • Deluxe 7-Night Nile River Cruise • Kom Ombo • Aswan • Dendera
Day 1: Overnight Flight Travel to structures. This afternoon, travel south to of Horus at Edfu. Peruse through the the ancient land of Egypt to discover the explore the site of ancient Memphis, with its endless scenes depicting the power and beauty and legends of the Nile River and the huge statue of Ramses II, and Sakkara. You grandeur of the pharaohs. Sail to Kom wonders that line its shores. will also stand before the oldest of all the Ombo to visit the remarkable temple of two Day 2: Cairo, Egypt - Giza - Tour pyramids, the Step Pyramid. (B) gods that dates back to the early second Begins Begin your journey to the city Day 5: Giza - Cairo - Luxor - Board century B.C. This evening, dress up and join the fun during a traditional galabeya party. of Giza, the home of the world-famous Cruise Fly to the Nile city of Luxor, where (B, L, D) pyramids. The remainder of the day is your Nile cruise awaits. Later, visit the East at leisure to relax and enjoy your hotel’s Bank to see the massive complex of the Day 8: Aswan Today, discover the great amenities. Temples of Karnak dating back to 2000 B.C. sites of Aswan including the High Dam Day 3: Giza - Cairo Spend the morning (B, L, D) that creates a 500-kilometre-long lake, the fascinating and massive Unfinished Obelisk, at your leisure before your introduction to Day 6: Luxor - Esna Discover the West and the ancient Philae temple dedicated the treasures of ancient Egypt. Discover the Bank of the Nile, rich in ancient treasures. to Isis. In the afternoon, a felucca (wooden remarkable relics showcased at the Museum Explore its awe-inspiring sights – the sailboat) takes you to the lush oasis of of Egyptian Antiquities, including statues, Valley of the Kings, the Temple of Queen Kitchener’s Island. After dinner, enjoy a reliefs, sarcophagi, and the treasures of the Hatshepsut at Deir El Bahari, and the folkloric show featuring a belly dancing tomb of Tutankhamun. This evening join your Colossi of Memnon. Later, sail past the performance. (B, L, D) fellow travellers for a delightful dinner. (B) quiet landscapes to Esna. Before dinner Day 4: Giza - Memphis - Sakkara - this evening, a captain’s welcome cocktail is Day 9: Aswan - Abu Simbel Optional Giza Fulfill a lifelong dream as you visit scheduled. (B, L, D) Tour - Aswan Have a full day at leisure in the beautiful Nile oasis, or you may choose one of the seven ancient wonders of the Day 7: Edfu - Kom Ombo Step into to take an optional excursion to Abu Simbel world — the Pyramids of Giza. You will be another world at the well-preserved Temple amazed by the sheer size of these incredible to view the cliff face temples of Ramses
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What’s Included • 26 Meals • Sedan service & airport transfers when you purchase our air. See page 155 for details.
Travel Dates October 2015 - April 2016 Double October 8, 15 $2219 November 5, 12 $2329 December 3, 10 $2329 January 7 $2329 February 4 $2329 March 3, 10 $2329 March 31 $2219 April 14 $2219
Single Room Supplement (+) $660
Luxor Rates are land only, per person and in Canadian dollars. Call about additional dates. Nile River
Purchase air as part of your transportation package. See page 156 for details.
Accommodations • Cairo, 3 nights Mena House Hotel Giza • Cruise Ship, 7 nights II and Queen Nefertari. After dinner, a of an unforgettable cruise along the Nile M/Y Mirage 1 Nile Cruise traditional Nubian show has been planned River. (B, L, D) for you. (B, L, D) • Cairo, 1 night Day 12: Luxor - Disembark Cruise - Intercontinental Citystars Hotel Day 10: Aswan - Esna Enjoy a morning Cairo Fly back to Cairo and enjoy some at leisure in Aswan. Later, sit back, relax free time for some last minute shopping On some dates alternate hotels may be used. and enjoy the view as you sail back to opportunities and an evening at leisure. (B) Esna. (B, L, D) Day 13: Cairo - Tour Ends Your tour Day 11: Edfu - Dendera - Luxor comes to a close in Cairo. (B) Continue on toward Luxor. Make a stop along the way for an excursion to Dendera to visit the magnificent Temple of Hathor. In the evening, gather with your fellow travellers for dinner celebrating the end
This trip requires a passport and visa An Egyptian visa is required and has been included in the cost of the land program. Visas will be distributed by the South Sinai Representative upon arrival. Optional excursion to Abu Simbel must be reserved at time of reservation. Single accommodations are limited. Triple and child accommodations are not available. The internal flights on this program (from Cairo to Luxor) are not included in the land price and must be purchased from us. Each guest is responsible for proper medical documentation and inoculations that may be required and/or recommended to participate on this tour. Please contact your local travel clinic or personal physician for specific details on the destinations you are travelling to and from. Rates are land only and do NOT include the internal flights while on tour. All air including internal air can be purchased through us.
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Paris 3-Night Post tour ADD TO: Spotlight on the French Riviera (pg. 54) 3 MEALS • 3 BREAKFASTS from $990 - $1155* train to Paris. The remainder of the day is visit the Louvre and Musee d’Orsay, or take yours to explore Paris. a cruise on the River Seine. (B) Day 10: Paris Spend your day at leisure Day 12: Paris - Tour Ends (B) exploring the “City of Light.” Enjoy the use Please Note: A minimum of 2 passengers is required for this of your hop-on hop-off sightseeing pass extension to operate. Approximate travel time on the TGV train is 5¾ over two full days to see such sights as hours. Transfers are included from the hotel to the train station in the French Riviera and the train station to the hotel in Paris; and from the Notre Dame Cathedral, the Place Vendôme hotel to the airport in Paris. Luggage handling on the TGV train is not and the Eiffel Tower. Or perhaps visit one of included. This extension is not hosted or guided. the nearby attractions such as Giverny or Louis XIV’s glorious Palace of Versailles. (B) 1 2 3 4 5 Day 9: Nice - TGV Train - Paris Leave Day 11: Paris Enjoy another day at leisure TOUR ACTIVITY LEVEL the French Riviera behind and board the to pursue individual interests. You may See page 155 for details. modern and comfortable high-speed TGV want to stroll the elegant Champs Elysées,
Madeira 4-Night Post tour ADD TO:: Sunny Portugal (pg. 100) 5 MEALS • 4 BREAKFASTS, 1 DINNER $770*
Day 11: Funchal - Câmara de Lobos - straw. Celebrate your Madeira adventure Cabo Girão - São Vicente - Porto with a traditional dinner known as “espetada.” Moniz - Calheta Visit Câmara de Lobos, a (B, D) traditional village with a wonderful bay. Continue along mountain roads to Cabo Day 13: Funchal - Lisbon The remainder Girão. São Vicente, a charming agricultural of the day at leisure in Lisbon. (B) town, offers dramatic views. Explore the Day 14: Lisbon - Tour Ends (B) fishing village of Porto Moniz, renowned for Please Note: This extension is hosted by a local representative its natural volcanic pools. Also visit who will provide all included services. A minimum of 4 passengers Calheta, home to a working sugar mill. (B) is required for this extension to operate. *Additional air segment Day 10: Lisbon - Funchal, Madeira - purchases required. Monte - Botanical Garden Day 12: Funchal - Camacha - Fly to Madeira Island, the “Pearl of the Ribeiro Frio - Santana Wind through the Atlantic.” Stop in Monte, perched on mountains to Camacha. In Poiso, visit the 1 2 3 4 5 the hills overlooking Funchal. Visit the island’s third highest point, Pico do Arieiro. Botanical Garden of Madeira with its vast TOUR ACTIVITY LEVEL Continue to Santana, a village characterized See page 155 for details. collection of more than 2,500 plants. by small triangular homes thatched with
London 3-Night Post tour ADD TO: England’s Treasures (pg. 38) 3 MEALS • 3 BREAKFASTS $715* of the day is yours to explore London. pomp of royalty as you witness the Day 11: London Spend a full day at Changing of the Guard at Buckingham leisure exploring this astounding capital. Palace. (B) Enjoy the use of your included hop-on Day 13: London - Tour Ends (B) hop-off sightseeing pass to see such Please Note: A minimum of 2 passengers is required for this exten- sights as the Tower of London, the British sion to operate. This extension is not hosted or guided. Transfers are Museum and Westminster Abbey. (B) included from the Windsor area to your hotel in London and between the hotel and the airport in London on departure. Day 12: London Today is at leisure to pursue your individual interests. Perhaps you’ll stroll through Covent Garden, Leave 1 2 3 4 5 Day 10: Windsor Area - London soaking up the vibrancy of London life; the countryside of England behind as you visit St. Paul’s Cathedral; eat fish and are transferred to your hotel in the bustling TOUR ACTIVITY LEVEL chips in a local pub; or experience the See page 155 for details. city of London. Upon arrival, the remainder
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Turin 1-Night Post tour ADD TO: Reflections of Italy (pg. 58) 1 MEAL •1 BREAKFAST $275 - $330* history. Make a stop at Duomo di San Please Note: The Shroud of Turin is only available for viewing from April 19 to June 24, 2015. A minimum of 12 passengers is required Giovanni, the city’s modest cathedral that for this extension to operate. was built in the late 1500s on the former site of a Roman theatre. The cathedral is presently the home of the mystical Shroud of Turin. Here you will see a replica of the famous relic, which is speculated to be the burial cloth of Jesus. Have some free time to explore the city before returning to 1 2 3 4 5 Malpensa. TOUR ACTIVITY LEVEL Day 10: Malpensa - Turin - Malpensa Day 11: Malpensa - Tour Ends See page 155 for details. Travel to Turin, a stylish city with a rich Your tour comes to a close today. (B)
Jordan 4-Night Post tour ADD TO: Israel: A Journey to the Holy Land (pg. 148) $1650* 6 MEALS: 4 BREAKFASTS, 2 DINNERS
existence, and the museum where many Day 14: Tel Aviv - Tour Ends (B) other spectacular mosaic examples are Please Note: When using the shuttle buses at the border crossings, on display. Continue to the ancient city of a 3 USD fee per person, paid in local currency or USD, is collected Petra for a two-night stay. on the bus by each driver. Israel exit fee is approximately 35 CAD per person, paid in local currency when crossing the border into Day 11: Petra Enjoy a full-day tour of the Jordan. A Jordanian visa is required and can be purchased at the Sheik Hussein (Jordan Valley) border crossing. As of April 1, 2014 stone-carved city of Petra (UNESCO), one the government of Jordan has increased this to an approximate of the new Wonders of the World. (B, D) cost of 65 CAD, paid in local currency (40 Jordanian dinar). Money can be exchanged at the border crossing. When returning to Israel, Day 12: Petra - Wadi Rum - Amman the Jordan exit fee is approximately 20 CAD per person, paid in This morning, depart for the immense local currency, subject to change without advance notice. Rates are approximate and can be changed at any time based on governing desert of Wadi Rum. Later, arrive in authority. This extension is hosted by local representatives who will Day 10: Jerusalem - Jordan Valley Amman, known as the “White City.” (B, D) provide all included services. A minimum of 4 passengers is required for this extension to operate. Border Crossing - Madaba, Jordan - Day 13: Amman - Jerash - Jordan Valley This morning you travel to the Mt. Nebo Border Crossing - Tel Aviv, Israel Jordan Valley, crossing the border into Travel the quiet valley among the mountains Jordan. Travel the Desert Highway to the of Gilead to the city of Jerash – the city of Madaba, the “City of Mosaics.” “Pompeii of the East.” Later, travel to the 1 2 3 4 5 Visit the church of St. George to see the Jordan Valley Border Crossing, returning famous 6th-century Byzantine mosaic to Israel. Continue to Tel Aviv for your TOUR ACTIVITY LEVEL map of the region, one of the oldest in See page 155 for details. overnight stay. (B)
*CAD, per person, land only, double occupany. Extensions not purchased at time of deposit are subject to availability and applicable charges at time of request.
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ACCOMMODATIONS Can you tell me more about the safaris? In order to most fully What is the difference between a twin room and a double room? experience the wildlife, you will be travelling by custom-built safari vehicle In certain countries, hotel rooms tend to be smaller than Canadian standard which requires climbing in and out frequently and sometimes travels on accommodations. A double room is designed to accommodate two people, bumpy roads. To experience Africa fully we recommend that all travellers be but may not have two separate beds. A twin bedded room has two separate in reasonably good health and prepare properly. beds of any size, and is the type most commonly utilized. How can I plan for shore landings? Special clothing is required for the What size is a triple room? A triple room is the same size as a twin shore landings (Antarctica, Galapagos); please refer to your predeparture bedded room and beds will accommodate three people’ but we cannot documents for important details. guarantee that there will be three separate beds. If there are only two beds, Are all theatre performances suitable for children? Some theatre a rollaway may be requested but cannot be guaranteed due to size of room performances may be unsuitable for children – consult your tour manager. and fire codes. This will vary for our Family tours. Please inquire at time of reservation. DOCUMENTATION Can my children travel on tour? Children over the age of 5 may travel Do I need a passport? Government-issued identification is required for on a Collette tour accompanied by an adult. Child land rates are valid for all air travel. A valid passport is required for all trips outside Canada. All ages 5-12, sharing a room with two full-paying adults. Children ages 4 passengers should check with the appropriate foreign consulate for entry and over may travel on a Collette Family trip, accompanied by an adult. and validity requirements. We recommend that your passport has seven Child land rates for Collette Family trips are valid for ages 4-14, sharing a months validity, and at least 3 blank pages. Passports and visas are the room with at least one adult. If you are travelling with a child, it is your sole responsibility of each client. responsibility to ensure that the child follows all safety rules of the tour. Please note: A single adult travelling with a child on a Family tour will be EXTENDING YOUR STAY charged the single rate. Can I extend my tour to see more of a region? Yes! You may enhance Are single and triple rooms always available? On many tours, triple and your tour by purchasing either an extension or pre/post hotel stays, offered single accommodations are limited and are available on a first come, first on select tours. Extensions may be “hosted” rather than escorted. When served basis. Be advised that single rooms are often smaller. hosted, passengers will be greeted upon arrival by a local tour manager who will provide all included services and be available on-call during the When can I check into my hotel? Due to early arrival times into some duration of the extension. A minimum number of passengers may be cities, rooms may not always be available for immediate check-in. required to operate some extensions. Extensions not purchased at time of deposit are subject to availability and applicable charges at time of request. AIR Collette also offers pre and post hotel nights before and/or after a tour for Can Collette book our airline reservations? Collette is happy to assist you to explore the destination independently. Should you purchase additional you in accommodating your flight needs. Due to tour scheduling and limited nights, please be advised that your tour manager will not be available during availability you are strongly encouraged to take advantage of Collette’s air this time. packages. We are not responsible for air arrangements you have made on your own. On occasion, it is necessary to change tour dates. In this case, EXTRAS we can only protect air reservations booked through Collette. For all air The land price does not include reservations, it is strongly recommended to reconfirm flights before What is not included in the tour price? air travel, airline fees, airport or departure taxes, transfers, visas, customary departure, in the event that the airline has an unexpected schedule end-of-trip gratuities for your tour manager, driver, local guides, hotel change. We cannot assume responsibility for schedule changes, routings housekeepers, cruise ship waitstaff, and any incidental charges. or flight cancellations involving the airlines. A ttraCTIONS & SightSeeing LATE BOOKINGS Do you accept late bookings? Tour sales normally close 7 days prior to Are attractions always available? Access to some attractions or departure. All late bookings are on request and must be guaranteed with a Collette Foundation sites may be affected by the observance of holidays, credit card if within 60 days of departure date. weather conditions or other circumstances. As a result, the days and order of sightseeing may change to best utilize your time on tour. Boat rides ON TOUR EXPERIENCE are weather permitting. Some attractions may not be available during Where do I meet my tour manager? Your tour will begin at your first the “off-season” months. When attractions are unavailable, other similar hotel. The tour manager will make contact with you at the hotel and will attractions will be substituted. Wildlife sightings are not guaranteed. provide details relating to your tour. The hotel’s address and phone number Is there a lot of walking on tour? We pride ourselves on bringing will be included in your documents. travellers the very best experiences a destination offers. Our itineraries include many activities and may consist of walking on uneven terrain or Can I prepurchase optional excursions/activities? Yes, the majority of significant walking at times. Some of the most unique sightseeing can mean optional excursions and activities are available for advance purchase for accessing locations that restrict motorcoaches, especially in historic areas. applicable tours provided that you make your options purchase prior to 15 Some hotels/lodges in remote locations may not have elevators. For your days of the tour departure. Collette makes it convenient to reserve presold comfort, we recommend bringing walking shoes. Review each tour’s “Tour options by visiting our website for a full listing of activities and excursions Activity Level” and “Tour Pacing” (pg 155) for details. or when your reservation is made with our reservations staff. In addition, there are benefits to prepurchasing options including a price guarantee once your tour is paid in full. So, while the cost of an optional activity may 154
Europe Brochure_FAQ_CAD.indd 154 7/17/14 2:13 PM change from the time you book your tour, once payment is received in full, Level 3: This tour includes moderate physical activity. The itinerary blends your preselected options are guaranteed by Collette at their original price. some longer days with shorter days and more leisure time. Walking tours, Although you can still purchase options while on tour, reserving them ahead as well as walking slightly longer distances, up stairs, or on uneven walking of time ensures you a spot in the event that the activity sells out. Collette surfaces should be expected. will provide a refund if you cancel a presold option prior to tour departure. Level 4: To truly experience the program and destination, you need to Any presold options cancelled while on tour are nonrefundable. be able to participate in physical activities such as longer walking tours, What do these symbols mean? walking over uneven terrain, climbing stairs and periods of standing. Some of the touring days may be longer, with select included activities occurring later in the evening. Leisure Stay tours are designed to allow for multiple night stays at each hotel. This allows you a more leisurely pace and more time to explore the Level 5: This tour is very active, requiring participants to be physically fit to L destinations on your own. fully enjoy all the experiences. This itinerary has more strenuous activities which may include such things as: extensive walking tours, transfers over Cruise-Land tours combine the best of both land and sea. These tours uneven and dusty terrain, high altitudes, early morning departures, late feature all the qualities of our traditional escorted tours, including a tour CL night activities, or extreme temperatures. All conditions do not apply to all manager, and also include an ocean vessel and a portion on land. days so please read the itinerary carefully and speak to one of our travel counsellors to determine if this tour is right for you. We recommend this River Cruise tours feature small, intimate vessels for a more personal program to individuals who are physically fit. Unfortunately, this tour is not RC experience as you travel through a variety of beautiful waterways that are inaccessible to larger cruise ships, and sometimes includes a portion on land. appropriate for individuals who use either walkers or wheelchairs. If this trip is not ideally suited for you, our travel counsellors can help determine the perfect trip for you. REVISIONS/CHANGES Would my tour date ever be changed? While it is unlikely, Collette does TRANSFERS reserve the right to cancel a tour prior to departure. Should this happen, Are airport and hotel transfers available? Roundtrip airport-to-hotel Collette will make every effort to put you on another departure date. If an transfers are provided for all passengers who purchase airfare through alternate cannot be found, a full refund will be made. Air booked through Collette. These transfers do not apply to pre- and post-night stays. Collette will be protected. We cannot be held responsible for penalties Passengers who do not purchase airfare through Collette can purchase incurred if you have secured your own air. arrival and departure transfers from Collette. Some restrictions may apply. Can I make changes to my reservation? Should you decide to change All transfers leave at prescheduled times. your reservation after initial booking, a handling fee of $25 per transaction Are airport transfers available for pre/post hotel stays? will be charged. A change of tour date, tour itinerary or passenger name, All passengers who purchase pre and post hotel nights through Collette may within the guidelines of the cancellation policy, will be treated as a also purchase transfers to/from the airport and the pre or post hotel. Please cancellation and regular cancellation fees may apply. inquire at time of booking. Revisions to air tickets are subject to the rules and regulations of the airline. What is Roundtrip Home to Airport Sedan Service? It’s your ticket to See our Cancellation Policy for more details. and from the airport. This service is available for all air-inclusive tour bookings. This personalized service is included when you reside within a TOUR PACING 100 km radius of the airport.* Please confirm at time of booking. Not valid How can I be best prepared for the pacing and physical requirements on group travel. on a Collette tour? Tour pacing varies by itinerary, and each destination’s *One transfer per room booking. Additional stops are not permitted on route. Other restrictions sightseeing and activities are unique. Pacing is subject to personal apply; call for details. interpretation. At Collette, we do include the best a destination has to offer, enhancing your overall tour experience. For overnight pacing of a tour, TRAVEL LOYALTY please refer to the “Accommodations” section on each tour page and on the What is Travel Loyalty by Collette or TLC? It allows you to automatically tour map. These describe the number of nights you will stay in each hotel receive a $150 travel credit for each trip you take.† It’s our way of saying during your tour. The day-by-day descriptions will provide additional detail thank you for making us your #1 choice in guided travel. Be sure to enroll in about the number of activities included in each day. TLC to take advantage of this benefit. The Tour Activity Level Ranking is featured on each tour itinerary in a circle. † Full credit is valid for travel within 12 months of the original trip. $100 of the credit remains valid for The definition of each activity level is listed here. If you have additional travel within 13-24 months, and the entire credit expires after 24 months. questions regarding a specific tour, please inquire at time of reservation. For your comfort, we recommend packing comfortable walking shoes so you can fully enjoy every aspect of your tour. Level 1: At a very leisurely pace, this tour involves minimal physical activity, such as climbing some stairs, boarding a motorcoach, and walking from the hotel reception area to hotel rooms and dining areas. Level 2: This tour requires average physical activity. You should be in good health, able to climb stairs and walk reasonable distances, possibly over uneven ground and cobblestoned streets.
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Enjoy the benefits of air-inclusive bookings. Allow us to be your liaison with the airlines and to handle all the details. Choose Flex Airfare, Instant Purchase, or Elite Traveller.
Flex Airfare Instant Elite Purchase Airfare3 Traveller Airfare4 Receive roundtrip home to airport sedan service – your journey begins at home!1 • • • Free roundtrip airport to hotel transfers included2 • • • Dedicated Concierge Service • Lounge Passes5 • Express Check-In5 • Eligible for Collette’s Travel Protection Plan • • part b • part b Benefit from our flexible change and refund policies • • Deposit now, pay the balance later • • Eliminates future surcharges by locking in price • All the perks of upgraded air (more leg room, comfort, and space) •
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Experience the added comfort and convenience of Collette’s Elite Traveller Airfare. Features such as dedicated concierge service, lounge passes and express check-in only add to the benefits of your business, premium economy, or first-class ticket. Whether you select Elite Traveller, Flex, or Instant Purchase Airfare, you’ll enjoy the ease and security that comes with reserving your air with Collette.
1This roundtrip home to airport sedan service is included when you reside within a 100 km radius of most major Canadian gateways and purchase an air-inclusive tour. One transfer per room booking. Additional stops not permitted on route. Not valid on group travel. 2These transfers are available on the first and last day of the actual tour dates and when you are travelling on select flights (not applicable to pre & post nights). Land only clients may purchase transfers on the first and last day of the actual tour dates for an additional cost of $100 per person, roundtrip (some restrictions may apply). Clients who purchase pre/post hotel nights may purchase transfers to/from the pre/post hotel. 3Instant Purchase Airfare is offered on select dates; consult your booking agent. 4Elite Traveller Airfare status is only included with the purchase of a First Class, Business Class or Premium Economy ticket with either Flex or Instant Purchase Air. 5Lounge Passes & Express Check-In are based on airline and airport availability and only available for Business Class passengers; not available for Premium Economy Passengers. • Not applicable with Instant Purchase Airfare. 156
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LAND RATES reason prior to departure, the following cancellation fees will be assessed on your Land rates are on a per person, double occupancy basis. Availability of departures land or cruise product. Air is 100% nonrefundable once paid in full. If cancelled at the prices noted in the brochure is limited. Government taxes and fees are prior to being paid in full, the following cancellation fees will also apply to air. additional. For current prices, please see our website www.gocollette.com. Land (*See cancellation and unused services Travel Protection Plan fees and exceptions): rates are guaranteed at the time that the deposit is received by Collette. • More than 60 days prior to departure: a nonrefundable deposit will be retained • 60 - 16 days prior to departure: 30% of total price Airfare • 15 - 1 day prior to departure: 50% of total price For your convenience, we offer airfare for purchase with all tour packages. If you • Day of departure and after: 100% of total price purchase an air-inclusive program, your airfare will be quoted exclusive of all fuel, Exceptions: taxes and fees. Your rates are subject to change until paid in full. Seats are limited Ocean Cruises: and may not be available on every flight or departure date. • More than 90 days prior to departure, the nonrefundable deposit will be retained. Instant Purchase nonrefundable airfare includes roundtrip airport/hotel transfers • 90 - 61 days prior to departure: 35% of total price (excluding pre or post days and extensions). If you have selected Instant Purchase • 60 - 31 days prior to departure: 60% of total price nonrefundable air, you are required to pay the full air cost in addition to the $250 • 30 - 0 days prior to departure: 100% of total price deposit at time of booking (all of which is nonrefundable). If you purchase the Travel River Cruises: including Europe, Russia, Egypt and China Protection Plan, it does not provide a refund for the airline tickets in the event of • More than 90 days prior to departure, the nonrefundable deposit will be retained. a cancellation (there is coverage under Part B for Instant Purchase airline tickets • 90 - 61 days prior to departure: 50% of total price if you cancel your trip for covered reasons – see Part B for more details). Tickets • 60 - 31 days prior to departure: 85% of total price will be issued immediately and once issued are nonrefundable; you may only be • 30 - 0 days prior to departure: 100% of total price changed for a fee up to $300 plus any difference in airfare for travel in the following 12 months; specific fees and policies may vary by airline. These tickets include an Galapagos & Antarctica: administration fee and roundtrip airport-to-hotel transfers, of which both hold no • More than 120 days prior to departure: nonrefundable deposits will be retained airline reissue value. Once issued, there can be no fluctuation in price due to an • 120 - 90 days prior to departure: 60% of total price increase in government taxes or in airline fuel surcharges. • 89 - 0 days prior to departure: 100% of total price * Instant Purchase air and its associated taxes, fees and surcharges are 100% PAYMENTS nonrefundable at time of reservation. A $250 per person nonrefundable deposit is required at time of booking to secure Upon cancellation of transportation or travel services where you, the client, are not your reservation, except for Antarctica. If you have selected Instant Purchase at fault and have not cancelled in violation of these terms and conditions, you will nonrefundable air, you are required to pay the full air cost in addition to the $250 be refunded 100%. deposit at time of booking (all of which is nonrefundable). For Antarctica, a $500 per person, nonrefundable deposit is required at time of booking, with an additional COLLETTE’s TRAVEL per person deposit of $1,000 (nonrefundable) due 180 days prior to departure. Should you decide to purchase our Travel Protection Plan you must do so at the PROTECTION PLAN time of booking. Payment of a per person Travel Protection Plan fee guarantees a Payment of a per person cancellation Travel Protection Plan fee to Collette at full refund of all payments (including deposits), except for the Travel Protection Plan the time of booking guarantees a full refund of all payments (including deposits), fee itself, in case of cancellation of your travel plans for any reason prior to the day except the Travel Protection Plan fee itself, for travel arrangements in case of of departure. If you originally purchased nonrefundable airline tickets, the Travel cancellation of your travel plans for any reason prior to the day of departure. The Protection Plan does not provide a refund for the airline tickets, taxes, or fees in Travel Protection Plan fee with air only covers airline tickets that you purchase from the event of a cancellation. This air ticket is covered by Collette’s Travel Protection Collette. Plan under Part B, if you cancel your trip for covered reasons (see Part B for more Exception: If you originally purchased nonrefundable airline tickets, the Travel details). The balance is due 60 days before departure on all tours, except cruises. Protection Plan fee does not provide a refund for any such nonrefundable airline The balance is due 120 days before departure for cruises. tickets in the event of a cancellation. All payments of deposit, purchase price and Travel Protection Plan fees may be Collette’s Travel Protection Plan protects you from penalties in the event you have a made by charging to your MasterCard, Visa, or American Express (card imprint need to cancel your entire inclusive tour package up to the day prior to departure. and signature required) or by sending a cheque or money order made payable to Collette’s Travel Protection Plan does not indemnify you from penalties if you choose “Collette.” to cancel partial tour components or air. If you choose to partially cancel your tour, TRAVEL PROFESSIONALS PLEASE CONTACT: you will be responsible for a revision fee as well as any penalties that are incurred Collette: 1-800-468-5955 at the time of the cancellation. [email protected] The Travel Protection Plan fee does not cover any single supplement PLEASE SEND PAYMENTS TO: charges which arise from an individual’s travelling companion electing to Collette, 40 Queen Street South, Mississauga, ON L5M 1K3 cancel for any reason prior to departure. In this case, the single supplement will Attn: Accounts Receivable be deducted from the refund due to the person who cancels. (However, the Part B travel insurance includes a single supplement benefit of $1,000 for certain covered reasons, as detailed in Part B.) Division of any such single supplement charge REVISION FEES between the two or more companion clients involved is solely their responsibility. If Upon receipt of your itinerary, you must review it and report any discrepancies to insufficient funds are deducted from the cancelling client, the travelling client will Collette immediately in order to avoid any supplier incurred penalties. A handling be charged the remaining portion of the single supplement charge. Payment of the fee of $25.00 per transaction will be assessed for any change or revision made to Travel Protection Plan fee (if chosen) must be received by Collette with your deposit a reservation. A change of departure date within 11 months of the departure date at the time of booking. will be treated as a cancellation, and cancellation charges will apply. The Travel Protection Plan fee is nontransferable and valid for each applicant CANCELLATION CHARGES (paying client) only. Collette assumes no responsibility for and cannot and will not Both cancellations of confirmed bookings and transfers to new travel dates be held liable for any wrongful, negligent or unauthorized acts or omissions of any will result in penalties and fees assessed by travel suppliers. If you have not travel agent or travel agency other than that of Collette Tours Canada, Ltd. and its purchased our Travel Protection Plan, and you need to transfer or cancel for any own employees, directors and officers. 157
Europe Brochure_RESINFO_CAD.indd 157 7/17/14 2:17 PM On tour, travel protection benefits may be purchased and can provide coverage • $190 adult/$115 child for all international tours 8 days or under (except cruises, if you: must interrupt your trip or return home early for a covered reason; incur Canadian Rockies train tours, Australia, New Zealand, South America, Africa, medical expenses for a covered sickness or injury; need medical assistance or South Africa & Egypt tours) evacuation; suffer a baggage loss or delay; or are delayed on tour for 12 hours or • $310 adult/$140 child for all international tours 9 days or more (except cruises, more for a covered reason. Canadian Rockies train tours, Australia, New Zealand, South America, Africa, Following is a schedule of coverages and benefits provided. South Africa & Egypt tours) • $330 adult/$160 child for all Australia, New Zealand, South America, Africa, SCHEDULE OF COVERAGES South Africa & Egypt tours PART A – Benefits Provided By Collette • $370 adult/$165 child for all cruises & Canadian Rockies train tours Predeparture Travel Protection Plan Fee Up to Trip Cost (excluding Travel Protection Plan fee itself) When purchasing pre and post night accommodations, including optional extensions, the number of days will be added to the total number of tour days, and PART B – Benefits Provided by the Insurance Company Listed Below may subsequently alter your Travel Protection Plan fees. Please confirm with your Accidental Death & Dismemberment $25,000 reservation agent at time of booking. Trip Interruption (Missed Connection) $1,000 Air-Inclusive Clients (Flex Airfare is purchased through Collette) Trip Cancellation Amount Purchased† • $140 adult/child for all North American tours under 6 days Trip Delay (Up to $150 Per Day) $1,500 • $230 adult/child for all North American tours of 6 days or more Single Supplement $1,000 • $230 adult/child for all international tours 8 days or under (except cruises, Medical Expense/Emergency Assistance, Accident & Sickness Canadian Rockies train tours, Australia, New Zealand, South America, Africa, Medical Expense, Emergency Evacuation & Repatriation $1,000,000* South Africa & Egypt tours) Baggage/Travel Documents $2,000 • $350 adult/child for all international tours 9 days or more (except cruises, Baggage Delay $750 Canadian Rockies train tours, Australia, New Zealand, South America, Africa, South Africa & Egypt tours) (Up to $150 Per Day for a Maximum of 6 Days) • $380 adult/child for all Australia, New Zealand, South America, Africa, South *The Medical Expense/Emergency Assistance benefits of this plan are subject Africa & Egypt tours to a maximum benefit limit of $10,000 for those persons who at the time of a • $400 adult/child for all cruises & Canadian Rockies train tours covered injury or sickness do not have valid hospital and medical insurance under a Government Health Insurance Plan of a province or territory of Canada. Collette’s Travel Protection Plan can only be purchased by individuals who have †This benefit is only applicable to Instant Purchase (nonrefundable) air tickets and purchased Collette Flex Airfare or Instant Purchase nonrefundable air through does not cover any other land, air or water travel arrangements. Collette. Instant Purchase air and its associated taxes, fees and surcharges require full payment at time of reservation and are 100% nonrefundable. This air ticket PART B Conditions & Limitations is covered by Collette’s Travel Protection Plan under Part B, if you cancel your trip Certain exclusions and limitations apply and are detailed in the Certificate of for covered reasons. Tickets may only be changed for a fee up to $300 plus any Coverage. For example, coverage does not apply to: any sickness or condition of difference in airfare for travel in the following 12 months; specific fees and policies yourself, a Travelling Companion, a Business Partner, or an Immediate Family Member may vary by airline. travelling with you that existed during the 180 days prior to the effective date of the coverages; suicide; normal pregnancy; war or any act of war; or mental or nervous CONSUMER PROTECTION PLANS disorders. A “Travelling Companion” is defined as a person booked to share Collette is a member of the following organizations: The National Tour Association, The accommodations in the same room with you during your trip. Sickness or injury must United States Tour Operators Association (USTOA), The Alliance of Canadian Travel require care by a physician and must commence while the Travel Protection Plan is in Associations, the Travel Industry Council of Ontario, and the Association of British effect for you. This plan does not cover a loss that results from an illness, disease, or Travel Agents. Some of these associations operate a consumer protection plan to cover other condition (of you, an Immediate Family Member, Travelling Companion or deposits placed with any tour operator member. In the case of USTOA, the consumer Business Partner), event or circumstance which occurs at a time when this plan is not protection bond is $1 million. Full details are available from these organizations or in effect for you. Part B of the plan is underwritten by: Northbridge General Insurance Collette. Collette is pleased to give this additional protection to our clients. Corporation, 105 Adelaide St. W., Toronto, ON M5H 1P9 Currency Where to Present Part A Claims Unless specified otherwise, all statements of or references to dollar amounts in To request a refund under the Travel Protection Plan, please call Collette and send these terms and conditions are to lawful money of Canada. any unused airline tickets to: Collette Proof of Citizenship: ATTN: Customer Service Department Passports & Visas 40 Queen Street South, Mississauga, ON L5M 1K3 Documentation is required by foreign governments for all trips outside Canada. If cancellation occurs prior to departure, contact the Collette Reservations Clients/passengers should check with the appropriate foreign consulate/embassy Department. When a client cancels prior to departure, any refunds are processed for entry requirements, including whether you need to obtain a visa before entering through the booking agent. Agent commissions are only protected when your destination country and, if you do need to get a visa, its cost and timing. cancellation penalties of 100% of the tour cost apply. Please remember that the possession of valid passports and necessary visas are Part B of The Collette Travel Protection Plan is administered by: the responsibility of each client/passenger. If you would like assistance in ensuring TIC Travel Insurance Coordinators Ltd. you have the proper visa(s) for your trip outside of Canada, we would be happy to P.O. Box 481126 refer you to a company that can assist you. Kansas City, Missouri 64148-1126 Tel: 1-888-421-5378 Travel Conditions There may be different living standards and practices and different standards and Plan Number: F426C conditions with respect to the provision of services and accommodations outside of COLLETTE’s TRAVEL PROTECTION Canada. PLAN PRICING (Per Person) DOOR TO DOOR TRANSFER SERVICE Land Only Clients: Return door to door transfers are offered up to 100 kilometers from most major • $95 adult/$95 child for all North American escorted tours under 6 days Canadian gateways with the purchase of an air-inclusive tour. • $190 adult/$115 child for all North American escorted tours of 6 days or more 158
Europe Brochure_RESINFO_CAD.indd 158 7/17/14 2:18 PM TRAVELLERS NEEDING SPECIAL All cancellation charges, fees and refunds for any tour within this brochure are in effect as of the effective date as indicated on page 155 and supersede any other ASSISTANCE previously printed policies relating to these same charges. You must report any disability requiring special attention to Collette at the time your booking is made.* Collette will make reasonable efforts to accommodate GENERAL DISCLAIMER the special needs of tour participants. It is strongly recommended that persons None of Collette Tours Canada, Ltd., its affiliated entities, subsidiary companies requiring assistance be accompanied by a companion who is capable of and and its and their respective employees, shareholders, officers, directors, totally responsible for providing the assistance. None of Collette, its employees successors, representatives, agents, and assigns (collectively “Collette”), own or and personnel, and its suppliers, may physically lift or assist clients into operate any person or entity which is to or does provide goods or services for transportation vehicles. If a traveller thinks he or she might need assistance these trips and tours. Collette acts only as agent for the airlines, hotels, bus during a trip, he or she should call Collette to determine what assistance might companies, railroads, tour operators, cruise lines, car rental companies and other reasonably be given. Collette cannot provide special individual assistance to tour contractors providing accommodations, transportation or other suppliers (the members with special needs for walking, dining or other routine activities. “suppliers”). All such services are furnished by suppliers that are independent of, *To request a wheelchair accessible room on a cruise, the traveller or person sharing the and do not act for or on behalf of, or in the name of Collette, are not servants of room must have a recognized disability that alters a major life function and requires the Collette and with whom Collette is not a partner or joint venture partner. Because use of a mobility device and the use of the accessible features provided in the wheelchair none maintains any control over the personnel, equipment, or operations of the accessible stateroom. suppliers, Collette assumes no responsibility for and cannot be held liable for any loss, costs, expense, personal injury, death, property damage or other loss, b aGGAGE disclaimer accident, delay, inconvenience, or irregularity which may be occasioned by reason Although every effort is made to handle passengers’ luggage as carefully as possible, of (1) any wrongful, negligent, willful or unauthorized acts or omissions on the Collette is not responsible for and does not assume liability or accept claims for loss part of any of the suppliers or their respective employees and agents, including of or damage to luggage due to breakage, theft or wear and tear through airline/ delays or cancellation of services, cessation of operations, changes in fares, airport, hotel and group carrier handling. It is recommended for your own self-interest itineraries or schedules, (2) any defect in or failure of any vehicle, equipment, or and protection that you have adequate insurance to cover these eventualities. Check instrument owned, operated or otherwise used by any of the suppliers, and/or (3) with your sales agent for low-cost insurance to cover these risks. any wrongful, willful or negligent act or omission on the part of any other party Checked Baggage Charges: Some airlines impose additional charges if you not under the supervision and control of Collette. Additionally, responsibility is not choose to check baggage. Please contact your airline or refer to its website for accepted for loss, cost or expenses due to sickness, lack of appropriate medical detailed information regarding your airline’s checked baggage policies. Please be facilities or practitioners, weather, strikes, theft or other criminal acts, computer advised there is a $25 USD/CAD charge (per piece) for checked baggage on problems, acts of God, dangers incident to sea, fire, acts of government or other most transborder flights between U.S. & Canada. This is a fee levied by the authorities, war, acts of terrorism, civil unrest, riots, pilferage, epidemics, airlines, not Collette, and may be subject to change. quarantines, other disease, climatic aberrations or other such causes beyond Collette’s control. All services and accommodations are subject to the terms and HOLIDAY AND MUSEUM CLOSURES conditions specified by the suppliers and the laws of the country in which they Museum visits and personal shopping time may be disrupted due to unforeseen are provided. Collette reserves the right to make changes in the published circumstances or many religious, state and local holidays observed throughout the itinerary whenever, in their sole judgment, conditions warrant, or if they deem it world. necessary for the comfort, convenience, or safety of any tour. Collette reserves the right to withdraw any tour announced. Both Collette and the suppliers reserve MOTORCOACH WASHROOMS the right to decline to accept any person as a member of the tour, or to require Most motorcoaches used on our tours are equipped with washrooms (except any participant to withdraw from the tour at any time, when such action is safari vehicles, exotic locations, and some of our Explorations tours). These are determined by the tour manager to be in the best interests of the health, safety, typically for emergency use, as we make plenty of comfort stops, allowing you the and general welfare of the tour group or of the individual participant. Neither does opportunity to use public restrooms and/or stretch your legs. Collette accept liability for any carrier’s cancellation penalty incurred by the MAPS AND PHOTOS purchase of a nonrefundable airline or other ticket to the tour departure city and Maps shown on tour pages are current at the time of printing and may not reflect return or otherwise. Baggage and personal effects are the sole responsibility of actual tour routing should the tour change. Photos shown on tour pages are the owner at all times. Participants may be photographed for the promotional reflective of the area(s) visited, but may not be included in the actual tour itinerary. purposes of Collette. You, the client, agree to the terms and conditions set forth in any and all brochures EXPLANATION OF RESPONSIBILITIES or advertisements describing any tour, cruise, accommodations, transportation AND TOUR CONDITIONS FOR and other services, and to any and all conditions set out in documents for any COLLETTE such services, including, without limitation, all cancellation fees. Any person reserving or purchasing any Collette product published in this No employee of Collette has authority to vary these terms and conditions. brochure accepts the condition that Collette reserves to itself the exclusive right Payment of the deposit to Collette constitutes acceptance of these terms and to change or cancel itineraries, hotels, and other tour components whenever it is conditions. deemed necessary. If this occurs, every effort will be made to offer alternate dates Family Tours Disclaimer and/or programs. Published times on itineraries are as accurate as possible but Any minor child (under the age of majority) who shall participate in a Collette subject to change due to traffic, weather, mechanical and any other conditions Family tour program must be accompanied by an adult and supervised by an beyond Collette’s control that prevent Collette from operating as scheduled. adult during the entire length of the tour. Collette will make reasonable efforts to Collette expressly disclaims any liability for any damages that may be incurred for accommodate the special needs of any minor child during the tour. However, any changes, cancellations or delays on any itinerary on any Collette tour. Collette cannot provide special individual assistance to any minor tour participant. All rates on foreign tours are subject to fluctuations of currency and may be The adult travel companion shall be primarily responsible for the conduct and changed when necessary without advance notice prior to deposit. All rates care of the minor tour participant. Collette will not accept any parental published are per person basis as indicated and are based on double occupancy responsibility for the minor tour participant. when only one rate is shown. Reservations will be accepted subject to availability Aircraft Cabin Disinsection Disclaimer at the time of a request and will be considered confirmed only upon receipt of a minimum deposit. Child land rates are available and are valid for ages 5-12, Some countries may require aircraft cabin insecticide treatment for inbound foreign sharing a room with two full-paying adults. Collette does not accept liability in flights. Information about aircraft disinsection requirements and a list of countries the case of any passenger being denied boarding by any airline carrier due to the requiring such disinsection are available online at http://www.dot.gov/office-policy/ carrier’s overbooking of a flight. aviation-policy/aircraft-disinsection-requirements. 159
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