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THE REAL THING RICHER, DEEPER CONNECTIONS FREE TO BE EVERYTHING TAKEN CARE OF YOUR HAPPY PLACE 11 AWARD-WINNING EXPERIENCES

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It’s the sight of pure-white snow blanketing the Alps in Switzerland.

It’s the crunch of Autumn leaves as you wander the streets of Venice.

It’s the warmth of mulled wine at the oldest Christmas market in France.

It might be a minute, an hour, a day. It’s found in a ‘pinch-me’ moment you didn’t expect, but will change the way you see the world forever; a world that isn’t black and white, but a kaleidoscope of colour – from the burnt orange of Autumn, to the ice blue of Winter and the green of a new Spring.

That’s the beauty of Europe.

From the iconic to the unexpected, Trafalgar connects you to the magic of the seasons and the colours of the world like no other.

You choose the destination, we do the rest.

It’s the people and places we’ve known since 1947, with feedback from over five million guests like you that fuel our innovation to craft Simply the Best holidays and bring you The Good Life.

5 million+ Happy Guests

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72 years of Guided Travel

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OUR PROMISE TO YOU Exceptional holidays since 1947, with 80+ awards as the world's best guided holiday company.

The Real Thing From sampling Tuscan flavours in a 12th century castle, to

gingerbread and steamy bratwurst at a German Christmas market, we connect you with the ‘soul’ of Europe through the seasons.

You’ll break bread with locals, dive into culture and be enriched by the magic of Autumn, Winter and Spring.

Free to Be Get the real thing, without having to worry about a thing. We enable you to be truly in the moment, connected and inspired by the colours of Europe. Your handcrafted holiday and expert team ensure that you make the most of every day, leaving you ‘Free to Be’.

Your Happy Place Whether you find it amidst the fairy lights lighting up the Champs-Élysées, or the fresh yellow daffodils at Buckingham Palace, we’re your champions of happy so you can let your best self shine. But don't take our word for it, take it from our travellers living The Good Life through the seasons.

What’s always included • Hand-picked hotels with their own special stories

• VIP entry to selected sights across multiple destinations

• Daily breakfast and approx. 50% of evening meals

• Expertly trained Travel Directors and Local Specialists

• VIP door-to-door transfer in the UK

• Hidden gems and local secrets

• Luxury air-conditioned coach transportation

• Free airport transfers on most trips

• Porterage and local charges included 3

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Walk in the footsteps of Peter the Great along the winter-white carpets of St. Petersburg and Moscow – a discovery of Russia’s vibrant, modern culture, haunting history, grand palaces and the imposing Red Square, on this festive sojourn to two fairy-tale imperial cities.

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LOCAL SPECIALIST For included sightseeing in St. Petersburg and Moscow

HIDDEN TREASURE Enjoy at least one surprise Hidden Treasure

THE ICONS City tour in St. Petersburg ▶ Moscow Visit the Hermitage Museum ▶ the Peter and Paul Fortress in St. Petersburg ▶ the Kremlin in Moscow View the Tsar’s Winter Palace ▶ Nevsky Prospekt ▶ St. Isaac’s Cathedral and the statue of Peter the Great in St. Petersburg ▶ Red Square and St. Basil’s Cathedral in Moscow

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Candles and carols, snowflakes and stollen – wander through central Europe's cosy Christmas markets sipping toasty Glühwein as you admire the handmade wooden toys, delectable Christmas fare and intricate decorations drawing crowds every year to enjoy its enchanting festive cheer.

7 nights Hotel accommodation 11 meals 7 hot buffet breakfasts 4 dinners On-trip transport All transportation Private door-to-door UK transfers

THE REAL THING Trafalgar highlights Enjoy our hand-picked Trafalgar Insider Experiences.

Here’s a sample of what you can expect.

LOCAL SPECIALIST For included sightseeing in Vienna and Salzburg

HIDDEN TREASURE Enjoy at least one surprise Hidden Treasure

THE ICONS Visit the Christmas Markets of Vienna ▶ Salzburg ▶ Munich ▶ Innsbruck ▶ Lucerne City tour in Vienna ▶ Salzburg Orientation of Munich ▶ Oberammergau ▶ Innsbruck ▶ Lucerne Visit Vaduz, the capital of Liechtenstein View Mozart's birthplace in Salzburg ▶ the Marienplatz in Munich ▶ the Golden Roof in Innsbruck ▶ the Lion Monument and Chapel Bridge in Lucerne

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Traditional Christmas treats

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Tread up the stone steps and down the grand boulevards of Italy’s capitals – the pavement café culture, enchanting Renaissance frescoes and incredible feats of classic architecture all must-see highlights of this leisurely jaunt through the cities of Rome, Florence and Venice. Explore the centuries-old Rialto food market and admire the embrace of Bologna’s Kissing Towers.

9 nights Hotel accommodation 13 meals 9 hot buffet breakfasts 4 dinners (including Be My Guest) with local wine On-trip transport All transportation Private door-to-door UK transfers

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Enjoy local Tuscan cuisine with Count Miari Fulcis on his 15th century organic olive oil estate in the Tuscan hills, used as a location for many famous films like ‘Room with a View’ and ‘Tea with Mussolini’

CULTURAL INSIGHT Be inspired by the magnificence of Michelangelo at The Vatican Museums and enjoy an exclusive visit up the spiral staircase designed by the famous architect Donato Bramante in a part of the Vatican not open to the public. Witness the exquisite craft of glassblowing on Giudecca Island, a delicate tradition that generations of Venetian craft smen have perfected over the centuries

SMALL GROUP SIGHTSEEING A guided walking tour of ‘Secret Venice’ to the Rialto food market with a group size of no more than 25 guests

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ITALY

For included sightseeing in Rome, Assisi, Florence, Pisa, Bologna and Venice

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City tour in Rome ▶ Assisi ▶ Florence ▶ Bologna ▶ Venice Orientation of Pisa

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Visit St. Peter’s Basilica ▶ the amazing Vatican Museums ▶ the Sistine Chapel ▶ the Colosseum in Rome ▶ St. Francis’ Basilica in Assisi

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Cruise by private launch to St. Mark’s Square in Venice View Santa Croce Basilica and the Duomo in Florence ▶ the Leaning Tower of Pisa ▶ the Byzantine St. Mark’s Basilica in Venice See the ancient sites of Rome

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Pay tribute to the extraordinary masterpieces of Italy’s greats – the captivating arias of Puccini and splendour of da Vinci, Michelangelo and Botticelli’s talents in their full glory throughout this enduring exploration of Italy’s alluring art, architecture and old-world charm. See the city of one hundred churches, the imposing towers of picturesque San Gimignano and the seas of pastel pinks, yellows and blues that cling dramatically to the Cinque Terre’s Ligurian cliff s.

15 meals 10 hot buffet breakfasts 1 lunch (Be My Guest) 4 dinners with local wine On-trip transport All transportation Private door-to-door UK transfers

THE REAL THING Trafalgar highlights Enjoy our hand-picked Trafalgar Insider Experiences.

Here’s a sample of what you can expect.

BE MY GUEST The Lenzi family invites you to join them for dinner and a Chianti and olive oil tasting on their Tuscan wine farm which is located on the ancient road between Siena and Florence

AUTHENTIC ACCOMMODATION Built to welcome pilgrims visiting Assisi, Hotel Cenacolo is a fully renovated old Franciscan convent in nearby Santa Maria degli Angeli

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Be inspired by the magnificence of Michelangelo at The Vatican Museums and enjoy an exclusive visit up the spiral staircase designed by the famous architect Donato Bramante in a part of the Vatican not open to the public. Witness the exquisite craft of glassblowing on Giudecca Island, a delicate tradition that generations of Venetian craft smen have perfected over the centuries

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For included sightseeing in Rome, the Cinque Terre, Florence, Assisi and Tivoli

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Pisa 2 FLORENCE San Gimignano

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Let yourself be seduced by the sophistication and elegance of a festive sojourn through France. Medieval châteaux, historic city centres and sumptuous French flavours of roasted chestnuts, fresh oysters and effervescent champagne are the order of the day as you travel from Paris to Burgundy, Strasbourg to Dijon.

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BE MY GUEST Return to 17th-century France and join a local family on their farm near the famous Château de Villandry for a traditional three-course Tourangelle dinner accompanied by local wines

AUTHENTIC ACCOMMODATION Stay in an 18th-century château containing antique furniture in the spectacular Loire region of France

LOCAL SPECIALIST For included sightseeing in Paris, Loire Valley and Dijon

HIDDEN TREASURE Enjoy at least one surprise Hidden Treasure

THE ICONS City tour in Paris and Dijon Orientation of Reims and Strasbourg Visit the oldest and largest French Christmas Market in Strasbourg ▶ the designer outlet shopping at La Vallée Village near Paris - home to 110 stores selling famous fashion and homeware brands

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La Vallée Shopping Outlet

CHÂTEAU DE BEAUVOIS Amboise Château Loire Valley 2 Chenonceau Château

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Ornate architectural wonders, the scent of spice markets and warm Mediterranean sun are yours to explore. Wander down Madrid’s Gran Via, visit the exquisite Alhambra Palace and learn the art of haggling in the labyrinthine Medina. Travel to the seafaring city of Lisbon, Fatima, the site of religious miracles, and cross in to Spain to admire the rare beauty of Salamanca.

22 meals 15 hot buffet breakfasts 1 lunch (Be My Guest) 3 dinners 3 dinners with local wine On-trip transport All transportation (Including ferry to Morocco) Private door-to-door UK transfers

THE REAL THING Trafalgar highlights Enjoy our hand-picked Trafalgar Insider Experiences.

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BE MY GUEST Saddle up for a superb stud farm visit, the tragic story of unrequited love and a traditional home-cooked lunch with Tiago and Vera in Portugal’s beautiful Alentejo

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CULTURAL INSIGHT The invincible swords of Toledo have defended cities for centuries. Visit an inlaid steel factory in Toledo to see local craft smen forging the highest quality steel. Visit a Moroccan pharmacy to learn about local healing creams and cosmetics made from regional ingredients

LOCAL SPECIALIST For included sightseeing in Madrid, Toledo, Fez, Marrakesh, Seville and Lisbon

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City tour in Madrid ▶ Toledo ▶ Fez ▶ Marrakesh ▶ Seville ▶ Lisbon

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Orientation of Casablanca ▶ Rabat ▶ Tangier ▶ Fátima ▶ Salamanca

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Visit the Synagogue and Santo Tomé in Toledo ▶ the Alhambra Palace in Granada ▶ Bahia Palace in Marrakesh ▶ Cathedral in Seville ▶ Monastery of the Hieronymites in Lisbon, Plaza Mayor in Salamanca

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View Hassan II Mosque in Casablanca ▶ Royal Palace in Rabat ▶ Belém Tower in Lisbon ▶ the Shrine at Fátima

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Atlas Mountains

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Moroccan spices

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Explore Central Europe’s centres of culture and arts At Leisure – three riverside cities straddling mighty rivers and promising centuries of tradition and an exhilarating youthful energy.

See Prague’s Astronomical Clock and Old Town Square, treat yourself to a slice of Sachertorte and view the Hofburg Palace in Vienna. Follow the Danube to Budapest, visiting Buda’s Castle District and the Fisherman’s Bastion.

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BE MY GUEST Join the Schieszl family for hearty Hungarian fare and the story of their winery, which doubled as a hiding place during WWII for a Jewish friend who was fleeing Nazi persecution

CULTURAL INSIGHT Enjoy a visit to the Kunsthistorisches Museum, the largest art museum in Austria, to view the Royal Collection before the general public have access

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LOCAL SPECIALIST For included sightseeing in Prague, Vienna and Budapest

HIDDEN TREASURE Enjoy at least one surprise Hidden Treasure

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PRAGUE

City tour in Prague ▶ Vienna ▶ Budapest

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Visit St. Vitus’ Cathedral and the Old Town Square of Prague ▶ the Kunsthistorisches Museum in Vienna for a private visit ▶ the old Hungarian capital of Esztergom ▶ the UNESCO-listed Castle District ▶ Fisherman’s Bastion in Budapest

SLOVAKIA VIENNA 3

AUSTRIA

View the Presidential Palace and Old Town of Bratislava ▶ the Hofburg Palace and Imperial Boulevards of Vienna

Bratislava Esztergom 3

BUDAPEST

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HUNGARY

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Journey to a land of ethereal landscapes – towering waterfalls, volcanoes and even mischievous elves. Iceland’s intensely beautiful landscapes are a miracle of nature, from the vivid Blue Lagoon to the mystical Aurora Borealis dancing across the crystal-clear Icelandic sky.

5 nights Hotel accommodation 8 meals 5 hot buffet breakfasts 3 dinners On-trip transport All transportation Private door-to-door UK transfers

THE REAL THING Trafalgar highlights Enjoy our hand-picked Trafalgar Insider Experiences.

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CULTURAL INSIGHT See how the Icelanders once lived while visiting the Skógar Folk Museum’s cultural heritage collection and restored farm houses. Visit the Hellisheidi Geothermal Plant and see how Iceland has become a showcase for sustainable geothermal energy worldwide. Bathe in the warm waters of the geothermal Blue Lagoon, cocktail in hand

ICELAND Geysir Thingvellir National Park

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Blue Lagoon

Gullfoss Fridheimar Greenhouse

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THE ICONS City tour in Reykjavik Skogar Folk Museum

Visit the Hallgrímskirkja church in Reykjavik ▶ the Fridheimar Greenhouse ▶ the Folk Museum in Skogar ▶ the Hellisheidi Geothermal Exhibition ▶ the world famous Blue Lagoon geothermal spa ▶ Viking World in Reykjanesbær

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View the black sand beach at Vik ▶ Gullfoss ▶ Seljalandsfoss and Skogafoss waterfalls and the Strokkur geyser See the Eyjafjallajökull volcano

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Northern Lights, Iceland

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Cast your mind back over millennia, your footprints following those of Alexander the Great, Aristotle and Plato. Explore the mighty kingdom of Ancient Greece, from the Temples of Zeus and Hera, the Parthenon and Delphi on the slopes of Mount Parnassos. Walk the Sacred Way to the 4th century Temple of Apollo and greet the gods and goddesses of Olympia.

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BE MY GUEST Say opa! to an Olympic olive oil and wine tasting experience with the Karambellas family on their 30-acre olive and wine farm, followed by a traditional meal and dancing

CULTURAL INSIGHT Visit the Acropolis Museum containing remarkable antiquities giving visitors insight into the lives of Athenians centuries ago

LOCAL SPECIALIST For included sightseeing in Athens, Corinth, Mycenae, Epidaurus, Olympia, Delphi and Kalambaka

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City tour in Athens ▶ Corinth ▶ Mycenae ▶ Epidaurus ▶ Olympia ▶ Delphi ▶ Meteora

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Visit the Acropolis and Museum in Athens ▶ the ancient ruins in Corinth ▶ the Olympic Stadium in Olympia ▶ the home of the Oracle at Delphi ▶ the incredible rock monasteries in Meteora

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One-day 3 Greek Island Cruise Extension

View the Parthenon ▶ the Agora ▶ Royal Palace and Temple of Zeus in Athens ▶ the ancient theatre and Sanctuary of Asclepius at Epidaurus ▶ the battle site at Thermopylae

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From the White Cliff s of Dover to the lush Burgundy vineyards of France, delve into the mesmerising landscapes of Europe – its rich heritage and distinctive flavours yours to share with new friends. Explore Amsterdam from its labyrinthine canals, soak up Lucerne’s fresh Alpine air, and say bienvenue to the sophistication and splendour of Paris.

6 nights Hotel accommodation 9 meals 6 hot buffet breakfasts 2 dinners (including Be My Guest) with local wine 1 dinner On-trip transport All transportation (including Rhine cruise and ferry)

THE REAL THING Trafalgar highlights Enjoy our hand-picked Trafalgar Insider Experiences.

Here’s a sample of what you can expect.

BE MY GUEST Experience a classic old style quintessentially Parisian Bistro run by Daniel and his family. This is where the locals come and is one of our favourite places for rustic and soulful French cuisine

CULTURAL INSIGHT Watch as skilled craft sman capture the distinctive sound of the cuckoo demonstrating the centuries’ old craft of clock making in the Black Forest

LOCAL SPECIALIST For included sightseeing in Paris

HIDDEN TREASURE Enjoy at least one surprise Hidden Treasure

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AMSTERDAM

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Orientation of Amsterdam and Lucerne

GERMANY

Visit the Rhine Falls in Schaff hausen ▶ the Lion Monument in Lucerne ▶ the Eiffel Tower in Paris

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Cruise along the canals of Amsterdam ▶ the River Rhine

Boppard RHINE CRUISE

St. Goar

View the White Cliff s of Dover ▶ the Chapel Bridge in Lucerne and the Champs Élysées ▶ Arc de Triomphe and Opera House in Paris

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See the Lorelei Rock ▶ Vineyards of Burgundy and the Somme Battlefields Schaffhausen

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Rhine Valley

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The tring tring of Dutch bicycles launch your Europe adventure, from picture-perfect Amsterdam and vine-clad hills along the Rhine with their fairy-tale medieval castles, to the magnificent open-air museum that is Rome. Mountains and monuments dot your route as you meander through the heart of Europe against the mesmerising backdrop of the Alps and tranquil lakeside settings en route to Paris.

11 nights Hotel accommodation 16 meals 11 hot buffet breakfasts 3 dinners (including Be My Guest) with local wine 2 dinners On-trip transport All transportation (Including Eurostar, Rhine cruise, and ferry)

THE REAL THING Trafalgar highlights Enjoy our hand-picked Trafalgar Insider Experiences.

Here’s a sample of what you can expect.

BE MY GUEST Join a local family who will host you at their private estate on the outskirts of Florence. Enjoy warm Italian hospitality and delicious homemade dishes prepared from local produce

CULTURAL INSIGHT Witness the exquisite craft of glassblowing, a delicate tradition that generations of Venetian craft smen have perfected over the centuries

LOCAL SPECIALIST For included sightseeing in Rome, Florence and Paris

HIDDEN TREASURE Enjoy at least one surprise Hidden Treasure

THE ICONS City tour in Rome ▶ Florence ▶ Paris

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GERMANY

AMSTERDAM

Orientation of Amsterdam ▶ Heidelberg ▶ Munich ▶ Innsbruck ▶ Venice ▶ Lucerne

Boppard Brussels RHINE CRUISE St. Goar BELGIUM 1 RHINELAND

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Cruise along the canals of Amsterdam ▶ the River Rhine

Heidelberg LUCERNE 2

FRANCE

Visit St. Peter’s Basilica in Rome ▶ the Eiffel Tower in Paris

Munich AUSTRIA 1

SWITZERLAND

View the canals in Amsterdam ▶ the Golden Roof in Innsbruck ▶ St. Mark’s Square in Venice, the ancient sites in Rome ▶ the Chapel Bridge in Lucerne

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See the Lorelei Rock ▶ the vineyards of Burgundy ▶ the Somme Battlefield

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BENEFIT

2.5%

Travel as a past guest and unlock exclusive

When you book two or more trips.

offers with us and our TTC sister companies.

The more you book, the more you save.

(ttc.com/loyalty).

BOOK TOGETHER SAVE 5% PER PERSON

EVEN MORE SAVINGS

FAMILY SAVE UP TO 10%

When travelling in a group

When travelling in a group

On most trips for young travellers

of 5 – 8 people.

of 9 or more people.

5 – 17 years old.

EXTRA DISCOUNTS

SHARED ROOMING

When you have three travellers

BOOK SOLO SINGLE SUPPLEMENTS

Travelling solo? We can pair you in a

sharing a triple room.

On some trips and departures,

shared room with a fellow traveller

single supplements are discounted.

of the same gender.

Book Early Savings Conditions: *Per person, based on the Northern Lights of Iceland including the blue Lagoon 22 December 2018 departure. These Book Early/Early Bird savings apply to the land portion of selected holidays and departures. See itinerary pages. Can be combined with other discounts, where applicable. Pay your deposit when booking and the balance by the date shown. Offer is subject to availability, exclusions may apply and the offer may be withdrawn without notice. See website for full conditions.

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