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The Cosmopolitan
London, Paris, Lyon, Nice, Florence, Rome, Venice, Vienna, Innsbruck, Lake Lucerne, Rhineland, Amsterdam

Summary of The Cosmopolitan

Fabulous Sightseeing
Sightseeing/orientation in Paris, Avignon, French Riviera, Florence, Rome, Venice, Vienna, Salzburg, Innsbruck, Vaduz, Lucerne, Heidelberg, Cologne and Amsterdam.Unbeatable Features
  • Accommodation in twin-bedded rooms with private facilities.
  • 1 Continental Breakfast and 2 Buffet Breakfasts in London.
  • Buffet breakfast daily whilst on tour
  • 10 Three course dinners see day by day itinerary.
  • All hotel service charges, local taxes, baggage handling and hotel tips are included.
  • Services throughout the tour of a professional multi-lingual Tour Director.
  • The services of a Trafalgar Representative if you stay at the recommended London hotel.
  • Specialised local guide in Paris, Rome and Vienna.
  • Cross-Channel transportation.
  • Touring by luxury air-conditioned coach with reclining seats.
  • Complimentary pick-up and drop off at your Trafalgar London Hotel on the day of departure and return of the coach tour.
  • A stylish wallet, tour documents and map book journal.
Airport Transfers
  • London Gateways: A Trafalgar bonus transfers can be expensive, particularly between the Airport and central London. When you book your Costsaver tour with Trafalgar your transfers to and from the airport are included. It's that simple. Trafalgar has included a Free transfer to and from your airport and Central London.
  • Important Please Note: Passengers will only be entitled to transfers to and from London Airports providing the following conditions are met:
  • You are staying at a London hotel, booked by Trafalgar, on the night of your arrival and the night prior to the date of your departure.
  • Flights are either booked by Trafalgar or detailed information on flights is provided by your Travel Agent not less than 21 days prior to departure.
  • Only one included transfer both inbound and outbound per tour is included by Trafalgar. Transfers are by express train to a Central London Rail Station.
  • Heathrow Express operates between 05.10-23.30. Gatwick Express operates inbound services between 05.20-23.45 and outbound services from 04.30-23.45. Transfers outside of these times are at the passengers own expense.
  • In the event of unforeseen events (Road or rail works, demonstrations, strikes) Trafalgar will not be held responsible for delayed or cancelled transfers.
  • No refund is available for passengers not utilising this service.
  • Why not upgrade to a Hotelink transfer from the Airport to-the-door of your Trafalgar London hotel? (Please ask your travel agent of the additional upgrade price per person when booking)
  • European Gateways: With Trafalgar all passengers will receive complimentary arrival and departure transfers on the scheduled arrival and departure day of their tour at the times specified below. Please ensure your Travel Agent reserves your flight to co-ordinate with the transfer times shown.
  • With Trafalgar all passengers will receive complimentary arrival and departure transfers on the scheduled arrival and departure day of their tour at the times specified below. Please ensure your Travel Agent reserves your flight to co-ordinate with the transfer times shown.
  • Passengers arriving before or leaving after the scheduled tour days are not entitled to a transfer but may book and purchase one through Trafalgar providing that they also purchase the additional pre and/or post tour hotel night(S) from Trafalgar. Please ask for prices of transfers at the time of booking your extra night accommodation.
  • Land only passengers arriving or departing on the scheduled tour arrival or departure days but whose flights don't coincide with the listed transfer times below may also book and purchase these transfers. Flight details must be provided to Trafalgar not less than 21 days before the flight departure.
Call 800-644-7016 for more information or to book today! Mention code 6536804
Tour OperatorTrafalgar Tours
Duration
23 Days
Escorted
Escorted - Yes
Itinerary
DayDestinationDescription
Day 1Depart USAOvernight transatlantic flight to London.
Day 2LondonTime to relax after checking into your Trafalgar hotel.Hotel: Jurys Islington (2 nights)
Day 3LondonA full day at leisure to explore Britains capital. (Buffet Breakfast)
Day 4ParisA warm welcome from our Tour Director as we drive to Dover and view the White Cliffs. From here a short Channel crossing takes us to Calais in France and the elegant capital, Paris. (Continental Breakfast)Hotel: Mercure La Defense 5
Day 5ParisOur day begins with a guided sightseeing tour which includes views of the Arc de Triomphe, Champs Elysees, the Eiffel Tower and Notre Dame Cathedral. After there is time at leisure perhaps to, take an optional excursion to Montmartre and the imposing Sacre Coeur. (Buffet Breakfast)
Day 6LyonWe drive through the Forest of Fontainebleau and the wine growing region of Burgundy. Then travel along the valley of the River Saone to its confluence with the Rhone to arrive in Lyon for dinner and our overnight stay. (Buffet Breakfast / Dinner)Hotel: Kyriad Perrache
Day 7NiceToday, via Montelimar, we arrive in Avignon with its Papal Palace. Then we continue through the beautiful countryside of Van Gogh to Nice on the French Riviera. (Buffet Breakfast / Dinner)Hotel: Busby (2 nights)
Day 8Monte CarloEnjoy a full day to relax on the beach, or if you prefer, wander into the Old Town. This evening, we're off on an included excursion to Monte Carlo, try out your luck at one of the casinos! (Buffet Breakfast)
Day 9FlorenceWe cross the Italian border, past Genoa, Columbus' birthplace, to Pisa with its famous Leaning Tower. Next on to Florence to enjoy a scenic view of the city from Piazzale Michelangelo. Later, there's time at leisure to see the Cathedral, Giotto's Bell Tower, Baptistery, Signoria Square and Santa Croce Basilica. (Buffet Breakfast / Dinner)Hotel: Granducato
Day 10RomeAfter breakfast this morning we enjoy some free time to shop for fine quality leather and gold before travelling through the olive groves and scenic vineyards of Tuscany to Rome for two nights. (Buffet Breakfast)Hotel: Parco Dei Medici (2 nights)
Day 11RomeRome has many historical treasures. Our sightseeing tour shows us the main sights from views of the Forum and mighty Colosseum to St. Peter's in the Vatican. Tonight, why not enjoy dinner in a local trattoria? (Buffet Breakfast)
Day 12VeniceToday, cross the Apennine Mountains, then the delta of the River Po to arrive in magical Venice. (Buffet Breakfast / Dinner)Hotel: Park Hotel Villa Fiorita (2 nights)
Day 13VeniceToday as we cruise along the criss-crossing canals we see vivid reminders of medieval maritime power and wealth. At leisure, why not venture out to the islands of the lagoon? (Buffet Breakfast / Dinner)
Day 14ViennaThis morning we travel into the Carnian Alps to the Austrian border and Lake District. From here we enjoy a scenic drive to the Carinthian Lake District and the Alpine Highway. Next the Vienna Woods give way to the Danube Plains and Imperial Vienna. (Buffet Breakfast)Hotel: Kavalier (2 nights)
Day 15ViennaOur sightseeing tour of the city shows us the Opera, Imperial Boulevards, the Hofburg and the Parliament. Then time at leisure.(Buffet Breakfast)
Day 16InnsbruckWe drive via Mondsee Lake and the Salzkammergut to Salzburg. Here an orientation reveals places associated with "The Sound of Music" and Salzburg's famous son, Mozart. Next on to Innsbruck. (Buffet Breakfast / Dinner)Hotel: Bon Alpina
Day 17LucerneOur morning orientation in Innsbruck reveals many delights such as the Golden Roof, Hofburg Palace, Wilten Basilica and the Olympic ski-jump. Then, we drive west to Vaduz, capital of the small Principality of Liechtenstein. Later, a scenic drive through Switzerland brings us to pretty Lucerne.(Buffet Breakfast / Dinner)Hotel: Weinhof (2 nights)
Day 18LucerneEnjoy a full day to relax in this fascinating town. First an orientation shows us the medieval Old Town, poignant Lion Monument and Cathedral. Don't miss the chance to join an optional to ascend one of the nearby surrounding mountains. (Buffet Breakfast / Dinner)
Day 19RhinelandToday we travel to Schaffhausen to view the Rhine Falls. Then we drive into Germany, and past Lake Titisee in the heart of the Black Forest, before heading to the University town of Heidelberg. Here we view its famous castle before arriving at our hotel in Weinheim.  (Buffet Breakfast / Dinner)Hotel: NH Mannheim
Day 20AmsterdamWe enjoy a scenic Rhine cruise today beginning at St. Goar, sheltering beneath the Lorelei. We glide past castles and vineyards to Boppard. Then on to Cologne where we admire its Cathedral, before heading to the friendly city of Amsterdam. (Buffet Breakfast / Dinner)Hotel: Ibis Schiphol (2 nights)
Day 21AmsterdamOur orientation shows us the Tower of Tears, the Royal Palace, Dam Square and more. Then enjoy a visit to a diamond-polishing factory before we drive out of the city, to the fishing village of Volendam. We also stop to visit a cheese farm and a clog-making workshop. We return to Amsterdam with time at leisure.  (Buffet Breakfast)
Day 22LondonToday's journey takes us through Dutch and Belgian countryside to Calais. Here we board our ferry for the short sea crossing to Dover and our return to London by coach. (Buffet Breakfast)
Day 23Return USABid farewell on your return flight to the USA. (Buffet Breakfast)
Dates/Pricing
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DatePrice / DescriptionQuote
February 05, 2009$3,175.00* (USD) / Land PriceQuote
Disclaimer
* Taxes, security fees and fuel surcharges are not included. ** This list indicates brochure rates and dates. *** Please note: Land + Air inclusive tour prices are based from New York. For inclusive tour prices to your home city, please contact your Travel Agent. **** For single travellers purchasing the twin-share option, please note that there is a no smoking policy in all shared rooms.
  
 
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