Glimpse Of Europe

Explore the elegant landmarks of Paris, and stroll through Lucerne's medieval old town and alpine setting.

Itinerary

Day 1 - Overnight flight to London

Day 2 - Arrive London
Time to relax after checking in to your hotel.
Hotel: Ibis Earls Court

Day 3 - London – Paris (2 nights)
Greetings from our Tour Director as we make our way to Dover and enjoy views of the White Cliffs. A short Channel crossing takes us to Calais in France. We rejoin our coach and drive to elegant Paris for our two-night stay. (Continental breakfast)
Hotel: Mercure Porte D’Orleans

Day 4 - Paris sightseeing and at leisure
Our morning sightseeing tour includes views of the Eiffel Tower, Arc de Triomphe, Champs Élysées, Place de la Concorde and Notre Dame Cathedral. Later enjoy time at leisure. (Buffet breakfast)

Day 5 - Paris – Lake Lucerne (2 nights)
We drive through Burgundy wine country on our way to Switzerland. Later, we reach our hotel near beautiful lakeside Lucerne. (Buffet breakfast / Dinner)
Hotel: Central Kriens

Day 6 - Lucerne at leisure
Our orientation tour shows us the poignant Lion Monument and the wooden Chapel Bridge. Later, time to shop for chocolates and Swiss watches or to take a thrilling mountain excursion. (Buffet breakfast / Dinner)

Day 7 - Lake Lucerne – Rhineland
Rhineland Today we drive via Zurich to Schaffhausen to see the mighty Rhine Falls. Then we enjoy a scenic Black Forest drive before heading north to Heidelberg with its ancient red sandstone castle. (Buffet breakfast / Dinner)
Hotel: Ramada Micador

Day 8 - Rhineland – Rhine Cruise – Amsterdam
First we take a Rhine cruise and then drive north to Cologne with its renowned twinspired cathedral. Later we cross into Holland and make our way to the friendly city of Amsterdam where we see Dam Square and the Mint Tower. (Buffet breakfast)
Hotel: Dorint Amsterdam Airport

Day 9 - Amsterdam – London
We drive back to Calais to take the Channel ferry back to Dover. Finally the short drive through Kent brings us to London. (Buffet breakfast)
Hotel: Ibis Earls Court

Day 10 – London - USA
This morning it’s time to bid farewell on your return flight to the USA. (Buffet breakfast)

Whats Included

Sightseeing Highlights
• Dover: See the White Cliffs.
• Paris: Sightseeing includes views of Notre Dame Cathedral, the Eiffel Tower, Champs Elysées and Arc de Triomphe.
• Lucerne: See the Lion Monument and medieval Old Town.
• Schaffhausen: Stop to admire the mighty Rhine Falls.
• Black Forest: Drive through Germany's famous forest and see beautiful Lake Titisee.
• Heidelberg: View the Castle.
• Rhineland: Scenic Rhine cruise (weather permitting).
• Cologne: View the beautiful gothic Cathedral.
• Amsterdam: See Dam Square and the Mint Tower.

Dining Highlights
• 1 continental breakfast and 1 buffet breakfast in London
• 6 buffet breakfasts
• 3 three-course dinners
11 meals in total (see day by day Itinerary)

Travel Highlights
• Sightseeing/orientation in Paris, Lucerne, Heidelberg and Amsterdam.
• Accommodation in twin-bedded rooms with private facilities.
• All hotel service charges, taxes, baggage handling and hotel tips are included.
• Touring by luxury air-conditioned coach with reclining seats.
• Services throughout the tour of a professional multi-lingual Tour Director.
• The services of a Trafalgar Representative at your London hotel.
• Specialised local guide in Paris.
• Cross-channel transportation.
• A stylish wallet, tour documents and a Welcome on Tour book.
• For London airport shuttle service, conditions apply.