Preview Europe 2018 for Australia

PREVIEW 2018 EUROPE AND BRITAIN

BOOK 2018 FOR THE GREATEST EXPERIENCES AT 2017 PRICES SAVE AN ADDITIONAL 10% BOOK EARLY TO AVOID DISAPPOINTMENT

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WAYS TO TRAVEL WE MAKE TRAVEL EASY. CAREFULLY CRAFTED ITINERARIES DELVE DEEPER INTO EACH DESTINATION WITH TRIP STYLES THAT SHOWCASE THE BEST OF EVERY LOCATION

COUNTRY EXPLORER

REGIONAL EXPLORER

Single country

Two or more countries

Discover one European country in depth as you meet the people, hear their stories, taste the flavours and enjoy richer cultural experiences.

Explore Europe by visiting two or more countries and discover the peoples, stories and cultures in depth.

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DISCOVERIES

Slower pace

Multiple countries

Take it easy and stay 2 - 6 nights in each destination.

With days that don’t start before 9 am, we’ve designed itineraries that balance inclusions with plenty of time for personal discovery.

Discover more with optimised time as itineraries move seamlessly across several destinations with stress-free trips that last between 7 - 29 days.

FAMILY EXPERIENCE

HIDDEN JOURNEYS

Fun for all

Smaller groups

Created for the whole family to explore and enjoy holidays that are made simple with plenty of adventure and childfriendly fun.

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Travel off the beaten track and explore intimate surroundings in your small groups of only up to 26 while experiencing the essence of each location.

SPECIAL INTEREST

Multi-transport travel

Two or more countries

Travel over land, upon water, by coach or train and explore the outstanding beauty across varied landscapes in ways best suited to the terrain.

Explore your personal interests, whether within an English country garden or on a gastronomic delight.

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OUR PROMISE BOOK 2018 TRAVEL AT 2017 PRICES ON YOUR AUTHENTIC, EFFORTLESS AND FUN HOLIDAY

 UNRIVALLED VALUE PRICES, PRICE GUARANTEE AND DISCOUNTS • Preview Europe and Britain Secure your Summer 2018 holiday at 2017 prices.

Just book by 12 September 2017.*

+ Pay in full by 14 December 2017 to save an additional 10%.** + Past Trafalgar guests receive 5% off their 2018 land price and when booking two or more trips of 7 days or longer save an additional 2.5%. + Your price is then guaranteed, even if regular trip prices increase with the release of the brochure.

 STRESS FREE TRAVEL EXCEPTIONAL QUALITY AND SERVICE It’s so easy. We are with you all the way, taking care of every detail so you can enjoy the journey fully. Thanks to our local knowledge, you savour every nuance of the destination. Every trip is tailored to offer the best possible service, experience and value for our guests.

VIP ACCESS AND TREATMENT

THE RIGHT TRAVEL IN ACCOMMODATION COMFORT

Skip the lines and get straight to the essence of your journey.

Forget language barriers, travel plans and logistics details.

Most trips include free airport transfers (except those starting and ending in London). It’s all designed for you.

All of our selected hotels are hand-picked to fit seamlessly with your itinerary and to showcase the destination.

Enjoy luxury air-conditioned coaches, ample legroom, reclining seats, an on-board restroom, electrical sockets and WiFi. Some itineraries include travel by train or boat.

Forget about map-reading, tolls and navigation.

 LOCAL KNOWLEDGE UNMATCHED ITINERARIES Every itinerary is designed to showcase the must-see sights and takes you deeper into each destination with Insider Experiences, Hidden Treasures and Be My Guest experiences.

LOCAL EXPERTS CULINARY IN ALL DISCOVERIES LOCATIONS Food is core to exploring and appreciating different cultures, breaking bread with locals and eating together, discovering new and exciting flavours and recipes.

Your Travel Director is the key to your trip and, without a doubt, we have the best in the business. They hone their skills through bespoke training. With an unwavering passion for travel and discovery, they make your journey unforgettable.

WAYS TO TRAVEL

INSIDER EXPERIENCES

We create trip styles designed as the ultimate way to discover a given destination. Choose from six of them in Europe and Britain. So whether you like to see it all and hop borders, focus on one destination, or take your time exploring at leisure, select a trip style to suit you.

We’ll give you a more tactile, enriching journey, a mosaic of exceptional experiences.

Let us unveil sights and discoveries you’d never access alone, so you can feel the very heartbeat of the destination.

* T rafalgar’s 2018 Europe & Britain Preview pricing is available on selected itineraries featured on the Trafalgar website and identified as “Preview 2018” only, and is valid until 12 September 2017.

A non-refundable deposit is required per standard booking conditions to lock in “best price”. If the holiday price is higher once the main brochure is released in mid-September, Trafalgar will honour the lower Preview rate; if it is lower, Trafalgar will refund the difference. ** Full payment is due by 14 December 2017. Exclusions apply. Please note all itineraries, hotels and prices are subject to change and will be finalised when our 2018 Europe brochures are released.

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EUROPEAN DISCOVERIES

Make sure you get the icing on the cake with a thrilling Discoveries holiday. Meticulously orchestrated, the full itineraries of our Discoveries trips move seamlessly from one destination and iconic sight to the next. You get the most from your travel time, covering more ground, and get treated to the full symphony, stress-free, in a single trip lasting 7-29 days.

Discover our full range of itineraries at www.trafalgar.com 4

Parisian Cafe

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THREE OF OUR 13 IN-DEPTH DISCOVERY HOLIDAYS 15 Days FROM**

EUROPEAN INTERLUDE

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The birthplaces of arts, culture and history are on show in this discovery of Europe, from Amsterdam’s charming canal houses with their gabled fa ades and the imposing ologne athedral to ienna’s pera ouse and the exquisite Doge’s Palace in enice. edieval castles, Baroque palaces and enaissance masterpieces are yours to explore along this creative pilgrimage.

Tick all the boxes with this grand exploration of Europe one region, a myriad of avours for you to enjoy. ander through 17 century Bruges, the choppy waterways of picturesque Amsterdam and medieval hineland.

From Pompeii to the Eternal ity of ome, Florence to the sophisticated Promenade des Anglais in ice, get under the skin of Europe.

YOUR INSIDER EXPERIENCES

YOUR INSIDER EXPERIENCES

Cultural Insight itness the exquisite cra of glassblowing on iudecca Island, a delicate tradition that generations of enetian cra smen have perfected over the centuries Local Specialist For included sightseeing in Sal burg, ienna, ome, Florence and Paris Hidden Treasure Enjoy at least one surprise Hidden Treasure

YOUR INCLUDED SIGHTS ity tour in Sal burg, ienna, ome, Florence and Paris rientation of Amsterdam, unich, Innsbruck, enice and ucerne isit ologne athedral, St. Peter’s Basilica in ome and the Eiffel Tower in Paris ruise along the iver hine

Cultural Insight itness the exquisite cra of glassblowing on iudecca Island. Enjoy a private guided tour and exclusive dinner in the midst of three centuries of art, history and antiquities at the atican’s issionary Ethnological useum Local Specialist For included sightseeing in Sal burg, ienna, Assisi, Pompeii, apri, ome, Florence and Paris Hidden Treasure Enjoy at least one surprise Hidden Treasure

YOUR INCLUDED SIGHTS ity tour in Sal burg, ienna, Assisi, Pompeii, apri, ome, Florence and Paris rientation of Bruges, Amsterdam, eidelberg, ucerne, Innsbruck, enice, Pisa, onaco, ice and Avignon

iew the castles of the hine alley, the ancient sites of ome, the Swiss Alps and the hite liffs of Dover

isit the hine Falls at Schaffhausen, adu the capital of iechtenstein, the Sistine hapel in ome, St. Paul de ence, Beaune and the Eiffel Tower in Paris

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ruise along the anals of Amsterdam, iver hine and to the Isle of apri iew the ancient sites of ome

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From the spiritual hubs of the atican and ourdes to the glit and glamour of onaco, annes and the Isle of apri, explore Europe’s man-made triumphs and feats of nature. Tune into the o art melodies of Austria, admire audi’s Art ouveau fantasies in Barcelona and sun yourself in Sorrento, with visits to unich, ienna and Paris along the way.

YOUR INSIDER EXPERIENCES Cultural Insight The scents of France are yours to enjoy at Fragonard, a famous French perfumery that has been creating perfumes since the 1920s. Witness the exquisite cra of glassblowing on iudecca Island, a delicate tradition that generations of enetian cra smen have perfected over the centuries Local Specialist For included sightseeing in Paris, adrid, Barcelona, Florence, Assisi, Pompeii, apri, ome, ienna and Sal burg Hidden Treasure Enjoy at least one surprise Hidden Treasure

YOUR INCLUDED SIGHTS ity tour in Paris, adrid, Barcelona, Florence, Assisi, Pompeii, apri, ome, ienna, Sal burg Orientation of Bordeaux, Biarrit , ourdes, annes, onaco, Pisa, Sorrento, enice, unich, ucerne, eidelberg and Amsterdam isit Eiffel Tower in Paris, hartres athedral, St. Bernadette’s rotto in ourdes, the Prado useum in adrid, the Academy of Fine Arts in Florence, St. Peter’s Basilica in ome and adu the capital of iechtenstein ruise to the Isle of apri and along the iver hine iew the ancient sites of ome

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See the Somme Battlefields, Benedictine Abbey in onte assino and the orelei ock in hine alley

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Per person twin share. For departure dates, availability, prices and full terms and conditions that apply please visit www.trafalgar.com preview. Saving based on booking now and paying in full by 14 December 2017.

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ITALIAN ITINERARIES

Italy, a feast of mouth-watering cuisines, art, style and beauty. Experience the country where Michelangelo dreamed up his masterpieces, gladiators crossed swords and omeo and uliet defied the stars. Explore this inimitable destination, from where regional avours suffused the globe to become worldwide favourites.

Discover our full range of itineraries at www.trafalgar.com 6

The Colosseum

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THREE OF OUR 18 IMMERSIVE ITALIAN HOLIDAYS 13 Days FROM**

BEST OF ITALY

A$4095PP†

Visits 2 Countries

15 Days FROM**

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BEST OF ITALY AND SICILY

A$4575PP†

Visits 2 Countries

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17 Days FROM**

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Add a dash of issimo’ to your love affair with Italy as you explore its captivating landscapes, culture, and the mouthwatering avours that have inspired its residents to coin the phrase: “First we eat, then we do everything else...” Your Italian discovery made ever more delectable amidst the lemon scents of Sorrento, Renaissance romance in Florence and imposing Rome.

A full odyssey of Italy and Sicily, from the meandering ‘calli’ of Venice to the Grecian remains of Agrigento. See the imperial monuments of Rome, the Romanesque architecture of Pisa and Venetian glassblowing on Giudecca Island. Travel through the heart of Italy to Pompeii, Naples and Sorrento before your Sicilian hop to Palermo, Taormina and the Valley of the Temples.

YOUR INSIDER EXPERIENCES

YOUR INSIDER EXPERIENCES

Be My Guest Join Signor Telli for an exclusive dinner and ‘bei tempi’ at his family run restaurant on the secluded Isola Madre island on Lake Maggiore Cultural Insight Follow in the footsteps of Michelangelo and da Vinci when visiting the Vatican Museums. Ascend the smooth and stepless spiral staircase designed by famous architect Donato Bramante, in a part of the Vatican not open to the public. Witness the exquisite craft of glassblowing on Giudecca Island Hidden Treasure Enjoy at least one surprise Hidden Treasure

YOUR INCLUDED SIGHTS City tour in Rome, Pompeii, Capri, Assisi and Florence Orientation of Venice and Milan Visit St. Peter’s Basilica, the Sistine Chapel, Vatican Museum, the Colosseum in Rome, the Commonwealth War Cemetery in Cassino, the excavations at Pompeii, St. Francis Basilica in Assisi, picturesque Lake Como and the medieval city of San Gimignano Cruise to the beautiful Isle of Capri and private launch to St. Mark’s Square in Venice View the ancient sites of Rome, the Benedictine Abbey in Monte Cassino, Juliet’s Balcony in Verona, the Byzantine St. Mark’s Basilica in Venice, the Gothic Cathedral and La Scala Opera House in Milan, the Leaning Tower of Pisa and the Duomo in Florence

Be My Guest Visit Maria Marano’s wine farm at the foot of Mount Etna for a walking tour through the estate and cellars, and enjoy home-made appetisers accompanied by the local wine Cultural Insight Enjoy a private guided tour and exclusive dinner in the midst of three centuries of art, history and antiquities at the Vatican’s Missionary Ethnological Museum. Witness the exquisite crafts of inlaid wood in Sorrento and glassblowing on Giudecca Island Local Specialist For included sightseeing in Rome, Florence, Assisi, Pompeii, Palermo, Agrigento and Capri

YOUR INCLUDED SIGHTS City tour in Rome, Florence, Pompeii, Palermo, Agrigento, Assisi and Capri Orientation of Venice, Taormina and Sorrento Visit St. Peter’s Basilica, the Roman Colosseum, St. Francis Basilica, the Commonwealth War Cemetery in Cassino, the excavations at Pompeii, the orman athedral at onreale, the fishing village of Mondello, the Valley of the Temples, the Isle of Capri and the amazing Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel View the ancient sites of Rome, Leaning Tower of Pisa, Santa Croce Basilica and the Duomo in Florence, the Byzantine St. Mark’s Basilica in Venice, Palermo Cathedral and the fortress town of Enna and Benedictine Abbey in Monte Cassino Cruise by private launch to St. Mark’s Square in Venice and sail to the Isle of Capri

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A leisurely ‘viaggio’ sees you traversing the length and breadth of Italy from the Italian akes in the north to the Amalfi oast and ‘trulli’ limestone houses of Alberobello in the south. Travel to the Italian Riviera and explore the yachting lifestyle of Portofino, relax in Sorrento with a refreshing ‘Limoncello’ and see the sights in Venice, Florence and Rome.

YOUR INSIDER EXPERIENCES Be My Guest Meet Signor Luciano on his Alberobello farm where you can taste seasonal produce, including fresh almonds, cherries, tomatoes and olive oil, as well as enjoy a local stone masonry demonstration Cultural Insight Enjoy a private guided tour and exclusive dinner in the midst of three centuries of art, history and antiquities at the Vatican’s Missionary Ethnological Museum. Witness the exquisite cra s of inlaid wood in Sorrento and glassblowing on Murano Island Local Specialist For included sightseeing in Rome, Alberobello, Pompeii, Capri, Assisi and Florence Hidden Treasure Enjoy at least one surprise Hidden Treasure

YOUR INCLUDED SIGHTS City tour in Rome, Alberobello, Capri, Pompeii, Assisi and Florence Orientation of Siena, Venice and Alberobello Visit St. Peter’s Basilica, the Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel, the Roman Colosseum, the excavations at Pompeii and St. Francis Basilica in Assisi View the ancient sites of Rome, the Byzantine St. Mark’s Basilica in Venice, the Gothic Cathedral and La Scala Opera House in Milan, the Leaning Tower of Pisa, Santa Croce Basilica and the Duomo in Florence Cruise to the Isle of Capri, private launch to St. Mark’s Square in Venice and cruise to the exclusive resort of Portofino

SAVE UP TO^ A$470PP†

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BRITAIN AND IRELAND

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Steeped in history and mystery and dappled with legends, lakes, lochs and laughter. From north to south, the islands and highlands of Britain and Ireland provide a wealth of grand travel adventures. The royal treatment awaiting you includes castles, cottages and cream teas, character-filled towns and cities, and mesmerising green landscapes.

Discover our full range of itineraries at www.trafalgar.com 8

Irish Dancers

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THREE OF OUR 21 HISTORICAL BRITAIN & IRELAND HOLIDAYS 11 Days FROM**

BEST OF BRITAIN

A$3095PP†

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AMAZING IRELAND

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British icons new and old will shape your journey, from iverpool’s Fab Four to Shakespeare. Travel to the Scottish ighlands, exploring rugged Dartmoor, the idyllic ake District and Tudor town of hester. Take a ferry to the Isle of Skye and contemplate battles fought on ulloden and the golfing grounds of St. Andrews before travelling to Edinburgh and Stratford-upon-Avon.

Enjoy a leisurely exploration of Ireland, from the medieval city of aterford in the south to the northern mythical land of Finn ac ool, the giant whose causeway’ enjoys orld eritage Site status. Dance your way through the cities of Belfast and Dublin, learn about Ireland’s traditional Smithwick’s beer, and explore the country’s most famous food market serving ork since 1788.

YOUR INSIDER EXPERIENCES

YOUR INSIDER EXPERIENCES

Be My Guest Enjoy lunch with the Dyer family on their 1 century dairy farm in Somerset complete with home-made ice-cream Cultural Insight isit Buckfast Abbey, a Benedictine monastery built on the site where monks have lived and prayed for over 1,000 years Local Specialist For included sightseeing in iverpool and Edinburgh Hidden Treasure Enjoy at least one surprise idden Treasure

YOUR INCLUDED SIGHTS ity tour in iverpool, Edinburgh rientation of Bath, Plymouth, ardiff, hester, lasgow and ork isit the ancient stone circle at Stonehenge, the oman Baths in Bath, picturesque Polperro, Buckfast Abbey, lastonbury Abbey, the town of udlow, the Isle of Skye, ulloden, Edinburgh astle, medieval Alnwick and Shakespeare’s Birthplace in Stratford-upon-Avon iew Eilean Donan astle, Alnwick astle used as ogwarts in the arry Potter films, ork inster and Anne athaway’s thatched cottage See Dartmoor, the ake District, Ben evis and lencoe in the Scottish ighlands, the Isle of Skye and the 18 green at St. Andrews

Be My Guest Traditional Irish fare with an Italian twist is served up at lenealy Farmhouse near Dublin with the charming Fulvio family on hand to share their story Cultural Insight Discover the full story of the Titanic at the Titanic Belfast visitor attraction. See traditional cra smen at work at the Belleek Pottery isitor entre and the ouse of aterford rystal.

And visit Smithwick’s, ilkenny’s medieval brewery, to learn about the origins and brewing of Ireland’s oldest beer brand Local Specialist For included sightseeing in Dublin, Belfast and ondonderry Hidden Treasure Enjoy at least one surprise idden Treasure

YOUR INCLUDED SIGHTS ity tour in Dublin, Belfast and ondonderry rientation of Donegal, alway, ork and aterford isit the Titanic Belfast, iant’s auseway, Belleek pottery, ylemore Abbey, onnemara, liffs of oher, Blarney astle, the English market in ork, the ohn F. ennedy Arboretum and the Dunbrody Famine Ship in ew oss and aterford rystal iew Trinity ollege, the eorgian Squares and Phoenix Park in Dublin, the Antrim oast, .B. eats grave at Drumcliff andthe arian Shrine in nock

o behind the scenes on a grand exploration of Britain and Ireland one that will see you circle islands, scale highlands and cross the seas. o corner of the British Isles will remain unexplored, from ondon and iverpool to Edinburgh, Dublin and Belfast with a visit to iant’s auseway, the ing of erry and the everelusive essie’ all in between.

YOUR INSIDER EXPERIENCES Be My Guest oin the Bell family at the stately 1 century hitwell all for a traditional British supper in the drawing and dining rooms, enjoyed with beautiful views over the ale of ork Cultural Insight earn how delicate Irish crystal is cra ed at the ouse of aterford rystal during a workshop tour. isit the uinness Brewery for a Storehouse tour into what makes the perfect pint and enjoy one. eet the official Town rier of hester and hear about his traditional role dating back to medieval times. And visit uarry Bank ill in heshire to learn how communities lived during the Industrial evolution Local Specialist Experience Belfast from the comfort of your dedicated Black ab with expert abbie’ commentary. For included sightseeing in ondonderry Derry, Dublin and Edinburgh

YOUR INCLUDED SIGHTS ity tour in ondonderry Derry, Belfast, Dublin and Edinburgh rientation of Salisbury, Plymouth, Bath, ardiff, imerick, alway, hester, lasgow and ork isit Stonehenge, the oman Baths in Bath, aterford rystal Showroom, Blarney astle, iants auseway, uarry Bank ill, Isle of Skye, Edinburgh astle, Alnwick and Shakespeare’s Birthplace in Stratford-upon-Avon

Enjoy a scenic drive around the ing of erry

iew the ay ower Steps in Plymouth, the magnificent liffs of oher, the 18 hole at St. Andrews, Eilean Donan astle, ulloden Battlefield and ork inster

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**Price based on Amazing Ireland departing 30 September 2018.

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FRANCE, SPAIN, 15 TRIPS PORTUGAL AND MOROCCO A sun-struck fiesta of avours, colours and aromas to indulge the senses. a vie en rose awaits you in Europe’s south. From mellow orocco to the beaches of ormandy, this region is brimming with warmth and style; ancient chateaux and quaint villages, sublime dining, and exquisite coastlines in contrast with chic, cosmopolitan cities.

Discover our full range of itineraries at www.trafalgar.com 10

Orange Grove, Spain

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THREE OF OUR 15 EXCEPTIONAL FRANCE, SPAIN, PORTUGAL AND MOROCCO HOLIDAYS 13 Days FROM**

BEST OF FRANCE

A$3995PP†

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BEST OF SPAIN

A$3695PP†

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Enjoy France la carte ch teaux, chic beach resorts and delicious cuisine served with a dash of French iviera, medieval Bastide villages and a healthy helping of Bordeaux. ourney through the romantic oire alley to the beaches of Biarrit and arcasonne with its enchanting city walls. ross Avignon’s famous bridge, see the D-Day anding beaches in ormandy and visit laude onet’s home in iverny.

YOUR INSIDER EXPERIENCES Be My Guest eturn to 17 century France and join the de ontferrier family on their farm near the famous h teau de illandry for a traditional three-course Tourangeau dinner accompanied by local wines Local Specialist For included sightseeing in arcassonne and Paris

YOUR INCLUDED SIGHTS I nsider walking tour in Paris and city tour in arcassonne rientation of Paris, Beaune, yon, Avignon, onaco, ice, Arles, ourdes and Bordeaux isit the ospice de Beaune, h teau henonceau, D-Day useum, laude onet’s home at iverny and The Eiffel Tower iew the Papal Palace in Avignon, The oyal Palace, athedral while in onaco, Promenade des Anglais and Place assena in ice, St Bernadette’s rotto in ourdes, Esplanade des uinconces in Bordeaux, the Abbey of ont St. ichel and the D-Day Beach of maha while in ormandy See the oman Ampitheatre and the athedral in Arles Scenic drive through Dordogne and oire alley

Ditch your siesta and embrace the spirit of Spain the vibrant cityscapes of adrid, Seville and Barcelona, running of the bulls in Pamplona, the smell of orange est en route to alencia yours to discover as you indulge in Spain’s intense avours and explore the oman and oorish in uences that have shaped its distinct art, architecture and culture.

YOUR INSIDER EXPERIENCES Be My Guest Enjoy a traditional Andalusian dinner and the charming company of the orillo family whose olive oil you’ll learn how to produce and get to sample a er a welcome drink of sangria in their sun-dappled courtyard Local Specialist For included sightseeing in Barcelona, ranada, Seville, rdoba, Toledo and adrid Hidden Treasure Enjoy at least one surprise idden Treasure

YOUR INCLUDED SIGHTS ity tour in Barcelona, Seville, and adrid

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rientation of Burgos, Santander, Bilbao, San Sebastian, Pamplona and alencia isit The Tomb of El id in Burgos, the Alhambra Palace in ranada, the ock of ibraltar, athedral in Seville, the osque of the aliphs in rdoba, the Synagogue and Santo Tom in Toledo and the Prado useum in adrid iew the uggenheim useum in Bilbao, a oncha Bay in San Sebastian, the athedral of arago a, the astle of Pe iscola, Serrano and uart Towers and the ity of Arts and Sciences complex designed by Santiago alatrava in alencia

rnate architectural wonders, the scent of spice markets and warm editerranean sun are yours to explore. ander down adrid’s ran ia, visit the exquisite Alhambra Palace and learn the art of haggling in the labyrinthine edina.

Travel to the seafaring city of isbon, Fatima, the site of religious miracles, and cross in to Spain to admire the rare beauty of Salamanca.

YOUR INSIDER EXPERIENCES 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 era in Portugal’s beautiful Alentejo Cultural Insight The invincible swords of Toledo have defended cities for centuries. isit an inlaid steel factory in Toledo to see local cra smen forging the highest quality steel. isit a oroccan pharmacy to learn about local healing creams and cosmetics made from regional ingredients Local Specialist For included sightseeing in adrid, Toledo, Fe , arrakesh, Seville and isbon

YOUR INCLUDED SIGHTS ity tour in adrid, Toledo, Fe , arrakesh, Seville and isbon rientation of asablanca, abat, Tangier, F tima and Salamanca isit the Synagogue and Santo Tom in Toledo, the Alhambra Palace in ranada, Bahia Palace in arrakesh, athedral in Seville, onastery of the ieronymites in isbon andPla a ayor in Salamanca iew assan II osque in asablanca, oyal Palace in abat, Bel m Tower in isbon and the Shrine at F tima

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**Price based on Best of Spain departing 08 June 2018.

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A kaleidoscope of enjoyable experiences, from the unspoiled, craggy Croatian islands to the vibrancy of Germany. Central and Eastern Europe are rich in diverse traditions. The region has a fascinating wartime history, boasting Bohemian romance, rustic charm and the extravagance of the far-north cities, all topped off with the breathtaking Swiss Alps.

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THREE OF OUR 15 CENTRAL AND EASTERN EUROPE HOLIDAYS 13 Days FROM**

SWITZERLAND AND AUSTRIA

A$3695PP†

Visits 4 Countries

Code: SWAU

14 Days FROM**

HIGHLIGHTS OF AUSTRIA, SLOVENIA AND CROATIA

A$3995PP†

Visits 3 Countries

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17 Days FROM**

HIGHLIGHTS OF EASTERN EUROPE

A$4150PP†

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Explore the Alpine landscapes of Austria, Switzerland, Liechtenstein and the northern fringes of Italy, following the Arlberg route into the Tyrol and the breathtaking scenery of the Wachau Valley. Cross the Tre Croci Pass to the heart of Italy’s Dolomites and spectacular Rhône Valley, enjoying beautiful Vienna, St. Moritz and Lake Geneva as you traverse the heart of Europe.

Pretty seaside villages along the Dalmatian coast are your reward for some serious sightseeing in the European capitals of Vienna, Ljubljana and Zagreb.

Take a walking tour through the pristinely beautiful Plitvice National Park and spend a day relaxing on the island of Hvar, exploring the gorgeous coastline on foot or perhaps boarding a cruise to one of the other islands.

YOUR INSIDER EXPERIENCES

YOUR INSIDER EXPERIENCES

Eastern Europe reveals its colourful side on this elaborate encounter with familiar favourites and lesser known gems like Slovenia’s Lake Bled and the charming Polish city of Poznan. Explore ‘east’ and ‘west’ in the Croatian city of Zagreb, visit the Hungarian Sea and pay homage to those who lost their lives at Auschwitz, a reminder of the horrors of the Holocaust.

YOUR INSIDER EXPERIENCES 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 eeing a i persecution

Be My Guest Sister Monika takes you on a tour of the Monastery of Kloster Wernberg, originally a castle, today home to 60 Missionary Sisters of the Precious Blood with whom you’ll enjoy a traditional Carinthian dinner

Be My Guest Explore the peace of a village where time has stood still and enjoy a family lunch cooked in a traditional style under a clay bell using ingredients from the family’s farm, which also breeds horses

Cultural Insight Visit the Lipizzaner Stud Farm at Piber which has bred horses since 1920 and today provides all the stallions for the Spanish Riding School in Vienna

Small Group Sightseeing Enjoy a guided walking tour in Dubrovnik with a group size of no more than 25 guests

Local Specialist For included sightseeing in Vienna, Ljubljana, Zagreb, Budapest, Kraków, Warsaw, Berlin and Prague

Local Specialist For included sightseeing in Vienna, Ljubljana, Plitvice, Split, Hvar Island and Zagreb

Hidden Treasure Enjoy at least one surprise Hidden Treasure

Local Specialist For included sightseeing in Salzburg and Vienna Hidden Treasure Enjoy at least one surprise Hidden Treasure

YOUR INCLUDED SIGHTS City tour in Salzburg and Vienna Orientation of Zurich, Graz, Innsbruck and Lucerne Visit Vaduz the capital of Liechtenstein, the Italian ski resort of Cortina d’Ampezzo, the mountain resort of St. Moritz, lakeside Stresa and Zermatt View the Golden Roof and Hofburg Palace in Innsbruck, the Matterhorn and Jungfrau mountains (weather permitting, the castle of Chillon, the city of Berne and Chapel Bridge and Lion Monument in Lucerne

Hidden Treasure Enjoy at least one surprise Hidden Treasure

YOUR INCLUDED SIGHTS City tours in Vienna, Ljubljana,Split,Hvar Island, Dubrovnik and Zagreb Visit Graz,Plitvice National Park and Diocletian’s Palace while in Split View the 16th century Cathedral of Hvar Island See the Hofburg Palace and Imperial Boulevards of Vienna,the Clock Tower of Graz,the Opera House and Castle of Ljubljana,the Old City of Dubrovnik and the Archbishop’s Palace of Zagreb

Cultural Insight Gain priority access to the Berlin TV Tower with fantastic 360° views of the city

YOUR INCLUDED SIGHTS City tour in Vienna, Ljubljana, Zagreb, Budapest, Kraków, Warsaw, Berlin and Prague Orientation of Dresden Visit Lake Bled in Slovenia, Fisherman’s Bastion in Budapest, the concentration camp at Auschwitz, Jasna Gora Monastery, Poznan in Poland, Berlin TV Tower, St. Vitus Cathedral and the Old Town Square of Prague and Tábor View Lake Balaton - central Europe’s largest lake

See Melk Abbey and the Wachau Valley

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**Price based on Switzerland and Austria departing 08 April 2018.

Conditions apply. ^Saving based on Switzerland and Austria departing 24 June 2018.

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**Price based on Highlights of Austria, Slovenia and Croatia departing 27 April 2018. Conditions apply. ^Saving based on Highlights of Austria, Slovenia and Croatia departing 07 September 2018. Conditions apply.

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NORTHERN EUROPE, SCANDINAVIA AND RUSSIA

Explore treasures and masterpieces in the north, where Vikings and czars once reigned. Let the natural wonders and beauty of the north dazzle you: Norway’s fjords, the colours of Copenhagen and the splendour of Scandinavia’s mountains. In St Petersburg, admire the spellbinding ‘onion dome’ architecture and the awe-inspiring State ermitage museum, once the official residence of the ussian monarchy. Experience both the expected and the unexpected.

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THREE OF OUR 5 SPECTACULAR NORTHERN EUROPE, SCANDINAVIA AND RUSSIA HOLIDAYS 13 Days FROM**

CAPITALS OF THE NORTH

A$3825PP†

Visits 4 Countries

Code: SCRUA

14 Days FROM**

SCENIC SCANDINAVIA AND ITS FJORDS

A$4495PP†

Visits 3 Countries

Code: SCFA

15 Days FROM**

BEST OF FINLAND, RUSSIA AND THE BALTIC STATES

A$4350PP†

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From the Little Mermaid to the not so little Peter the Great – explore Northern Europe’s myths and legends, imperial landmarks and picturesque countryside.

Travel from Copenhagen to Stockholm across the Øresund to the meadows of Smáland, shop in the market squares of Helsinki and marvel at the lavish testaments to Russian Imperialism in St. Petersburg and Moscow.

YOUR INSIDER EXPERIENCES Be My Guest Visit Irina and her family in the wooden town of Vitoslavitskly – reminiscent of ‘Fiddler on the Roof’ – where you will see how traditional pancakes are made and learn about the art of traditional Russian liqueurs Authentic Accommodation Inspired by the era of Louis XVI, Copenhagen’s Hotel Phoenix has its origins in the late 17th century as the former home of a colonel of the Royal Life Guards Local Specialist For included sightseeing in Copenhagen, Stockholm, Helsinki, St. Petersburg and Moscow Hidden Treasure Enjoy at least one surprise Hidden Treasure

YOUR INCLUDED SIGHTS City tour in Copenhagen, Stockholm, Helsinki, St. Petersburg and Moscow Orientation of Novgorod Visit the St. Peter and Paul Fortress and Hermitage Museum in St. Petersburg, Stockholm’s City Hall, the town of Tver, Kremlin Fort Novgorod and the Kremlin in Moscow View The Little Mermaid in Copenhagen and the Finlandia Hall in Helsinki

Beyond the deep fjords, glaciers and islands that dot the Scandinavian coastline are distinctly different cultures that will make your visit to Norway, Sweden and Denmark a fascinating journey of discovery. Celebrate elegant and historic architecture, extreme natural beauty and the heritage of the Vikings as you travel from Copenhagen to Odense, Stavangar to Stockholm, with breathtaking views in between.

YOUR INSIDER EXPERIENCES Be My Guest Enjoy dinner with the Øvre-Eide family on their livestock farm in Norway that has been a working farm since the Viking Ages Cultural Insight Take a ride on one of the most exciting train journeys in the world, past mountains and waterfalls through the scenic Norwegian countryside to Flåm Local Specialist For included sightseeing in Copenhagen, Oslo and Stockholm Hidden Treasure Enjoy at least one surprise Hidden Treasure

YOUR INCLUDED SIGHTS City tour in Copenhagen, Oslo and Stockholm Orientation of Bergen Visit Odense where Hans Christian Anderson was born, Stavanger, the Sognefjord, Geiranger, the Stave Chuch at Lom, the Olympic town of Lillehammer, Hamar, Vigeland Sculpture Park in Oslo and Stockholm’s City Hall

Explore the rare Baltic gems of Lithuania, Estonia, Latvia and Belarus along the seaway from Helsinki to St. Petersburg for fascinating insights into the heritage of the Tsars and days spent seeing the magnificent sights of oscow. ou’ll also wander through the ancient capitals of Riga, Vilnius and Minsk and the beautifully preserved streets of Talinn’s Haseatic Quarter.

YOUR INSIDER EXPERIENCES Be My Guest Anatolij and his family welcome you to their Belarus farmstead for a traditional lunch, rousing accordion choruses and, of course, a few shots of vodka Local Specialist For included sightseeing in St.Petersburg, Moscow, Minsk, Vilnius, Riga, Tallinn and Helsinki Hidden Treasure Enjoy at least one surprise Hidden Treasure

YOUR INCLUDED SIGHTS City tour in St. Petersburg, Moscow, Minsk, Vilnius, Riga, Tallinn and Helsinki Visit the St. Peter and Paul Fortress and Hermitage Museum in St. Petersburg, the Kremlin in Moscow, the Peter and Paul Church in Vilnius, the Hill of Crosses in Siauliai and the Alexander Nevsky Cathedral in Tallinn View Red Square in Moscow, Nevsky Prospekt and St. Isaac’s Cathedral in St. Petersburg, the Finlandia Hall in Helsinki

View The Little Mermaid in Copenhagen, Haakon’s Hall in Bergen, the Geirangerfjord and Oslo’s Royal Palace

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**Price based on Scenic Scandinavia and its Fjords departing 30 September 2018. Conditions apply. ^Saving based on Scenic Scandinavia and its Fjords departing 10 June 2018. Conditions apply.

**Price based on Best of Finland, Russia and the Baltic States departing 30 September 2018. Conditions apply. ^Saving based on Best of Finland, Russia and the Baltic States departing 13 May 2018. Conditions apply.

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