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European Escape
France, Switzerland, Liechtenstein, Germany, Holland
Tour 4590 – 9 days at $1,549
Itinerary
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DAY 1 – Arrival in Paris, France.
Check into your hotel. The rest of the day is free to start exploring the vibrant French capital. Later, meet your Tour Director and fellow travellers. (Indian Dinner).
DAY 2 – Paris.
A full day to experience the essence of the "City of Light," known for its fashions, museums, monuments, delectable cuisine, and joie de vivre. Included sightseeing with a Local Guide includes an inside visit to gothic NOTRE DAME CATHEDRAL and climb to the 2nd level of EIFFEL TOWER for a view of the fascinating city. Also, see many of the best-known landmarks: La Sorbonne, Arc de Triomphe, Opéra, Madeleine, the Louvre Pyramid, the Invalides, and the Champs Elysées– "the most beautiful avenue in the world." Optional excursions are also available. (B, Indian Dinner)
DAY 3 – Paris–Beaune–Lausanne, Switzerland.
A day to drink in the fascinating, ever-changing scenery, including Fontainebleau Forest and the Burgundy wine-growing area. Visit the pretty walled town of Beaune before traveling through the fragrant vineyards and apricot groves of the lower Rhône Valley to Lausanne. (B, Continental Dinner)
DAY 4 – Lausanne–Interlaken–Lake Lucerne.
This morning, enjoy a highlight guided visit to CHILLON CASTLE, the 12th-century water fortress immortalized by poet Lord Byron in The Prisoner of Chillon. Then, spend time in breathtaking Interlaken, situated between Lake Brienz and Lake Thun and at the base of three famous mountains: Eiger, Mönch, and Jungfrau. Drive past Lake Brienz and over Brünig Pass to reach Lake Lucerne for two overnights. (B, Continental Dinner)
DAY 5 – Lake Lucerne.
Your memorable visit takes in the impressive city walls, a covered wooden bridge, ornate patrician houses lining cobblestone streets, the world-famous Lion Monument, and an included boat trip on the fjord-like lake. Included afternoon tour with Cable car ride to the 10,000-foot summit of MOUNT TITLIS. (B, Indian Dinner)
DAY 6 – Lake Lucerne–Liechtenstein–Rhine Falls–Lake Titisee, Germany– Black Forest Area.
Today’s itinerary is packed with highlights. Head east into the tiny Principality of Liechtenstein for a stop in its lovely capital, Vaduz. Then, marvel at the mighty Rhine Falls, formed during the last ice age about 15,000 years ago. Later, travel into the heart of Germany’s Black Forest for an overnight and to admire the small but lovely Lake Titisee. (B, Continental Dinner)
DAY 7 – Black Forest Area– Heidelberg–Amsterdam, Holland.
More delightful Black Forest scenery this morning, then a stop in majestic Heidelberg with its red-walled castle and impressive 49,000-gallon wine vat. Reach Amsterdam, Holland’s busy metropolis, in the late afternoon. (B, Indian Dinner)
DAY 8 - Amsterdam.
Today, watch the cutting and polishing of precious stones at a DIAMOND CENTER in Amsterdam. Then, morning sightseeing with a Local Guide will point out the city’s most famous sights, as well as a CANAL CRUISE to see the town from the water level. Afternoon at leisure. (B, Continental Dinner)
DAY 9 – Amsterdam.
The vacation ends with breakfast this morning. (B) |
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