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Simply the Best Holidays. It’s something we all look forward to. Quality time spent with family and friends in the world’s most beautiful places. t s t e reatest feelin in t e orld en it o s e ortlessl so you’re free to live in the moment. There’s never been a more important time to choose to travel it so eone o can tr st fro e innin to end to deliver t e olida o re drea in of. s o t rn ever pa e o ll discover o e deliver i pl t e est experiences it confidence and sta ilit ile ic l and e icientl adaptin to the needs of a changing world. Just a few of these include: Bringing on-board a solely dedicated Wellbeing Director for 2021 to support your Travel Director and Driver Team for additional reassurance and comfort. (page 11) Achieving the endorsement of the World Travel and Tourism Council for our 3-step Wellbeing Protocols and guidelines across everything we do. (page 11) ncreasin o r o erin of exi le ris free oo in s with the reassurance of knowing your monies are safe with us. (page 11) Importantly you'll travel knowing that you can simply sit back and enjoy the same remarkable travel experience that we've been perfecting for over a century. Behind us is the 100% family owned and operated co pan e ravel orporation fo nded in ere fa il na e personall and pro dl stands e ind a ard innin travel and ospitalit rands. o r i erentl isn t st at e pro ise it s at e deliver. We can’t wait to welcome you back to Europe and Britain once again.

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Highlights of Austria, Slovenia and Croatia

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Spanish Wonder

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Wonders of St. Petersburg & Moscow

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Northern Spain

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Georgia & Armenia Uncovered

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Best of Portugal

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Best of Finland, Russia & The Baltic States

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Capitals of Scandinavia

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Treasures of Spain and Portugal

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Capitals of The North

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Highlights of Turkey

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Best of Egypt, Egyptian Voyager, Wonders of Ancient Egypt

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Best of Israel Jordan Experience WITH DEAD SEA OPTION

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Best of Croatia and Slovenia WITH CROATIA CRUISING EXTENSION

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Blue water, salty octopus and white washed walls... it can only be Greece

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Tour Differently Dream holidays without the stress of the 'what ifs', is what we do. We design our tours so you can experience the world differently. You'll get the care, attention to detail and ease you're looking for, and enjoy the unmissable experiences you've always dreamed of. Discover why we've been trusted by 5 million guests and are proud to deliver the very best holidays that you'll cherish for years to come.

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The Trafalgar Difference

Perfectly planned meals

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Always Remarkable

101 Years ofÂ Experiences

Have peace of mind knowing that your travel plans are secure and that on every perfectly planned trip your wellbeing is our priority.

You'll get the best of every place you visit. ver to r is desi ned so o cross o t e must-sees and enjoy privileged access to the local people and places you've only dreamed of.

Unlock a century of travel expertise. Family run and operated - you'll get unmatched knowledge and personal service on every trip.

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Worry-Free Travel We're by your side, taking care of everything on a journey where your wellbeing comes first. Your solution to worry-free travel starts here.

Relax over dinner, wine and ocean views at Konoba Humac, our exclusive Be My Guest experience in rural Hvar, Croatia. Included on Highlights of Austria, Slovenia and Croatia, page 186 10

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We're proud to have the endorsement of the World Travel and Tourism Council (WTTC) Safe Travels Stamp, recognising our implementation of strict travel wellbeing protocols and standards.

Our 3-Step Wellbeing Protocols

1 Radisson Hotel & Suites, Gdansk. Included on Best of Poland, page 172

As an industry innovation for 2021, a Wellbeing Director will support your Travel Director and Driver to monitor wellbeing protocols throughout your trip.

Distancing and Hygiene Protocols

Our Team and Guests all complete a travel declaration before travelling. All frequently touched surfaces on our coaches are cleaned multiple times a day, and sanitiser, extra gloves and masks are freely available and

we’ve allowed additional space for onboard distancing. Our hotels, venues and suppliers are vetted to meet our stringent standards.

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We are ready and equipped to pivot should regulations from health authorities and local governments change. Should an incident arise on trip, we're by your side and ready to assist and follow directives from local authorities.

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With your dedicated travel team by your side, everything is taken care of. You just sit back, relax and enjoy.

Our tours are built from real insight of how the locals live. Our extensive global network gets you interactions and one-of-a-kind experiences, you won t find elsew ere.

Must-Sees Discover the best of wherever you choose to go. Our knowledge and connections unlock each place on your bucket list and beyond.

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As a proud member of TTC, our financial strengt , integrity and S $300m in assets gives the booking reassurance today’s traveller needs.

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Flexibility for today's travellers is what we do. Enjoy our no obligation, free 3-day booking hold. Secure your trip with a low deposit and should your plans change and you cancel your booking, we've got options for your future travels.

Book knowing you’re free to change your plans when you book with us.

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ASK US HOW

"Every day was a 'wow' day... just when you thought it couldn’t get any better, it did."

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Our guest A. Boden Scenic Scandinavia and its Fjords

Sleep on the edge of Geirangerfjord Geirangerfjord, one of the world’s bucket list destinations. With us, you’ll find your home at the Havila Hotel Geiranger, within walking distance of this natural wonder, leaving you fully immersed in the wild, natural beauty of Norway. Included on our trips featured on pages 198 and 200.

Always Remarkable We know the places that everyone should experience at least once in their lifetime. Thats why we design our tours with a depth of culture. Not your standard tourism – you'll visit the unmissable sites and spend time within communities around the world. Our connections and understanding of how the locals live, and the importance we place on making a positive impact on the places we visit are all part of what choosing to Tour Differently, is all about. Look out for all the must-see highlights included in your trip, see the itinerary pages of this brochure or visit trafalgar.com. An exclusive opportunity to Connect with Locals

Discover The Icons of Europe and Britain

Our Stays with Stories are extra special overnights

You’ll Dive into Culture igniting every sense

Make Travel Matter for people and places

Look out for Hidden Gems as shared by your Team as you travel

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Unmissable Icons and Experiences We hold deep knowledge of the icons and iconic experiences that have been written about and captured for 100s or even 1000s of years, the fundamental sites that deeply resonate with people. Here are just a few of the many foundation stones that you won’t miss when you visit Europe and Britain. Learn more on every trip page and at trafalgar.com

Your VIP Vatican Experience Join our Local Specialist, a Vatican expert, who’ll bring the treasures of the Holy See to life, after t e gates to t e ublic ave s ut. ou ll love visiting t e Sistine C a el and Michelangelo’s ceiling, before the main event dining among t e Greco Roman splendours of the Vatican Museums. Included on our trips featured on pages 38, 48, 60, 72 and 78. Vatican City An In-Depth Look at Versailles

Versailles

TOUR DIFFERENTLY: ALWAYS REMARKABLE

Take a journey through time, history and opulence at Louis XIV’s palace. You'll wander the halls and rooms with our Local Specialist, including the extraordinary Hall of irrors, and t e Battle Gallery, w ose busts of kings and queens and paintings of important battles speak of the great victories of t e Ancien gime. inis the experience with a stroll through the oyal Gardens, etit Trianon and arie Antoinette s rustic amlet. Included on our trip featured on page 122. Your Scottish Whisky Journey ounded in 33, t ere s no better lace to Dive into Culture t an Glengoyne. Wit in the beautful historic setting of the original distillery, you ll learn t e significance of t is Scottis icon. loring t e muc loved s irit s istoric roots to modern day production through the eyes of a whisky e ert to ed o wit a wee dram or two at the end, will be a day to remember. Glengoyne

Included on our trips featured on pages 114 and 116. Discover Granada's Alhambra No tri to Granada is com lete wit out exploring the buildings and gardens of the e otic Al ambra. Wit our Local Specialist sharing stories and secrets, you'll soon learn that the patterns and designs of the buildings and gardens are said to ave been ins ired by oetry, re ecting descri tions of aradise found in slamic verse.

Granada

Included on our trips featured on pages 136, 140, 144, 146 and 150. 13

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DID YOU KNOW

We offer small group tours on select departures

Enjoy Two Nights of La Dolce Vita On The Amalfi Coast You’ll be charmed during your two-night stay in the small town of Maiori. Gliding across the Bay of Naples, to the Isle of Capri, it's here you'll really fall in love wit t e colourful Amalfi Coast, its beautiful scenery and elegant coastline.

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Arriving on the island itself for a day of exploring, you'll discover the key sites including where Ulysses was said to have been seduced by sirens on your included walking tour with our expert Local Specialist. This is the Italy you’ve been dreaming of. Included on Italian Concerto page 66.

"Incredible! Saw the most beautiful parts of Italy in the time we had. Perfect." Our guest B. Michetti Italian Concerto

Privileged Local Access

Wind Back the Clock in Paris

We are privileged to provide remarkable experiences all across Europe and Britain, including our exclusive Be My Guest series, established 11 years ago, where you have the opportunity to Connect with Locals in their homes and family businesses. It’s a rare chance to meet the characters who bring these places to life, a one-of-a-kind experience that will leave you with inspiring stories you’ll tell years to come.

Feel like you’ve gone back to a legendary Paris of the mid-20th century at our exclusive Be My Guest experience at Bistro Chez Paul. You’ll be greeted with a welcoming smile by Daniel, who will guide you to the Balajo, once the haunt of stars such as Marlene Dietrich, Gregory Peck and Brigitte Bardot.

Later, take your seat for an aperitif and Parisian cuisine, knowing you’re experiencing hidden treasure of the Paris of old. Included on Paris Explorer page 122.

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British High Tea

Take Tea at KensingtonÂ Palace TOUR DIFFERENTLY: ALWAYS REMARKABLE

There are few better places to take tea than Kensington alace. After a guided tour, lovers of tradition will delig t as we Dive into Culture, learning t e ro er etiquette of Britis teatime, w ere debate still rages w et er you ut t e cream or am on your scones first (you decide w ic side to c oose ). Included on London Explorer page 82. Live Like Royalty at Ashford Castle

Ashford Castle

An 00 year old castle in reland s emerald green Cong county is more fantasy getaway t an a otel stay. ou ll begin your Stays with Stories e erience on t e waters of oug Corrib, disembarking to t e aunting sounds of a lone i er before en oying t e delig ts t at await at t is truly s ectacular ro erty. A National Geogra ic nique odge of t e World, and reland s first orbes five star, you ll learn t at t e Castle as oused earls, rinces and is t e former ome of t e dynastic Guinness family. ou ll be s oilt wit t e finest food and s ectacular views wit lenty to do and see. eet t e Castle s two resident ris wolf ounds, or c oose to fis , take ig t wit feat ered friends at reland s oldest sc ool of falconry or ust sit back and rela in style. Get ready to e erience e ce tional lu ury on t is never to be forgotten treat made ossible as one of our TTC sister brands, ed Carnation otels. Included on Iconic Ireland & Ashford Castle page 225. Indulge in a Taste of Tuscany Alongside our longtime friend C ef ibero, you ll Dive into Culture, leaving wit an understanding and a reciation of life in rural Tuscany. irst u , s o at is favourite market for fres roduce you ll use to make lunc , aired wit asta you ll make from scratc under is e ert guidance. eeling ust like an talian local, you ll en oy your creations over lunc and a tasting of ibero s own blue wine

Chef Libero

Included on Rome and Tuscan Highlights page 48. 15

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DID YOU KNOW

Make Travel Matter. Each tour is not just a good experience, it has to ‘do good’, too. We’re focused on ensuring we make a positive impact on the places we visit and the communities and cultures we interact with. Here's just one of the many people and businesses who's lives are enriched by the support of our visits. This is travel you can feel good about.

All Make Travel Matter experiences contribute to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. trafalgar.com/ maketravelmatter

Meet One of Italy’s Last Remaining Weavers At her workshop Guiditta Brozetti, meet the extraordinary Marta Cuccia, a fourth-generation Renaissance weaver who shares her creations, made on original antique looms using traditional techniques that have survived since medieval times. Not only will you Make Travel Matter, you’ll gain an in-depth understanding for the ancient Italian arts, not ossible to find elsew ere. Included on Italy Bellissimo page 64.

"We not only saw the highlights of Italy but also the little hidden gems. Trafalgar made sure we had the opportunity to meet the people, see the country, and learn some of their traditions." Our guest L. Thornton Italy Bellissimo 16

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Coudelaria Brito Paes

Castañón family’s Cider Mill

Spend the evening in Tuscany’s Most Infamous Castle

Explore the History of Asturian Cider in Spain

Coudelaria Brito aes stud ranc Be My Guest e erience will be one of t e ig lig ts of your ortugal tri . nder t e guidance of your osts era and Tiago, learn t e ric istory of t e stables and t eir ancestors w o founded t em. isit t e icadero (riding sc ool) w ere you ll sto for co ee and watc a s ecial erformance from t e iconic usitano orses, before a delicious ortuguese lunc in Tiago s grand arent s ouse, filled wit c arming salons and rooms t at trans ort you to days gone by.

Connect wit roud Tuscans, Anna and Alberto, in t eir ome, Castello del Trebbio, one of taly s last year round in abited castles. At t is e clusive Be My Guest e erience you ll take your front row seat to t e feud w ic rocked lorence centuries ago, it s ere at t is very castle t at a i family came u wit a lot to det rone t e edici as rulers of t e city. inis t e act wit a taste of t eir award winning C ianti, locally roduced olive oil and a Tuscan feast as t e nig t rolls in.

ou won t forget your first si at t e Casta n family s Cider ill, w ere t ree generations ave been erfecting t e art of cider roduction wit a twist, at our e clusive Be My Guest e erience. eading down to t e ancient cellars, you ll learn ow t e family ave been brewing Asturian cider ere since 3 , before witnessing t e famous ouring tec nique. Afterwards comes t e best art tasting before an s ic a dinner, w ere cider takes t e leading role, accom anying eac delicious dis .

Included on our trips featured on pages 142 and 144.

Included on our trips featured on pages 24, 28, 46 and 64.

TOUR DIFFERENTLY: ALWAYS REMARKABLE

Experience Life on a Portuguese Stud Ranch

Included on Northern Spain page 138. Have Lunch in A French Aristocrat's Château S end an afternoon e eriencing all t ings renc wit emy de Scitvau and is talented wife, ydia, at C teau d orc , t eir magnificent t century ome. At t is e clusive Be My Guest e erience you ll en oy a stroll around t e idyllic gardens, earing t eir family story, before a lig t lunc re ared by ydia, featuring t e best of Sart e cuisine aired wit local wines, c eeses, tes and macarons. Included on Treasures of France including Normandy page 124.

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101 Years of Experiences Travel with the confidence of knowing your future travel plans are in the best possible hands. Our story is 101 years in the making, as the anchor brand of The Travel Corporation (TTC) family of 42 awardwinning hospitality and travel brands.

Your Expert Travel Network e ve seen a co plete revol tion of travel t ro o t o r first century, but as much as things change, we’re here, we continue to evolve and innovate, and the next century of adventure awaits.

Long-term reassurance We’ve been around longer than most, weathering highs and lows over many decades. Through it all we’ve proven we’re here for the long term, ensuring our guests always have the best experience with us.

Unbeatable connections T roug out our first 00 years, we’ve built a network and nurtured connections that have spanned the test of time. For our guests this means the ultimate destination expertise.

It’s the wealth of knowledge, valued historical context and modern insights that comes together for the most remarkable travel experience across every continent.

Spanning global, thinking local Our infrastructure and network spans all seven continents. We ave o ices s anning every corner of the globe, with travel experience developers, on-theground teams and contact centres across each.

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There's an adventure for every age across every continent. Visit ttc.com to learn more.

Family Owned, Family Run TTC is 100% family owned and passionately operated, with the family name Tollman being recognised for its promise of confidence and exceptional service. Our journey started humbly, at a 13-room hotel in the tiny Sout African fis ing village of Paternoster, purchased by Solomon Tollman. riven by Service was is romise to every single customer, and as the company has expanded to become the

industry leader it is today, riven by Service remains t e firm guiding lig t for all 42 brands that make up TTC. Today, the Tollman family ave reac ed t e fourt generation of assionate e lorers, roudly leading TTC into the future.

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Travels Most AwardedÂ Brand W en you c oose to Tour i erently wit Trafalgar, you re oining an army of more t an 5 million a y ast guests w o ave c osen to travel t e world wit us to date. We re roud to ave recieved more t an 0 awards, and we re onoured t at more t an 50 of our guests return to e lore t e world wit us year after year. Beatrice & Stanley Tollman, 1980

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European Highlights 7 Days

4 Countries

9 Meals

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hort on ti e ut ant a a packed adventure filled ith uropean ighlights ruise do n the hine iver savour a an uet in a castle and catch your reath as you see the i el o er in aris. ou ll return ho e ith ore than iss chocolate in your luggage.

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Welcome to Amsterdam Welcome to the colourful city of Amsterdam. Explore this city of bicycles and boats before oinin your Travel irector and fellow travellers t is evenin , on a scenic canal cruise includin a li t dinner and welcome drinks. (WR) Hotel: Mercure City Enjoy a Scenic Cruise in the Rhineland Journey t rou Germany to t e i est castle in t e ine River Valley for an exclusive Be My Guest experience where you'll Connect With Locals over lunch in medieval surrounds and be transported back to a time of kin s and kni ts. We ll board a river cruise to St. Goar then head to the old university town of eidelber , wit its im ressive enaissance structures, Baroque ld Town and views of t e ruined red sandstone castle. We venture to our Rhineland otel, w ere we ll s end our evenin at leisure. (B, BMG, ) Hotel: Holiday Inn

plore a ical aris Join a Local Specialist today to delve into t e artistic and istoric treasures of aris, includin views of t e ele ant C am s lys es, t e Arc de Triom e and t e i el Tower. iew Notre ame Cat edral and en oy a stroll t rou t e atin uarter. T is afternoon, amble t rou t e city s stylis ardens, avenues and lanes, admirin t e so isticated atmos ere or consider oinin an tional erience to t e e quisite alace of ersailles. T is evenin we en oy a arewell inner wit our travel companions and Travel Director. (B, FD) are ell aris After breakfast, we say a fond au revoir to your fellow travellers and Travel Director. Find out more about your free airport transfer at trafal ar.com/freetransfers. (B) lease note Your coach returns to London from aris on day . ou are welcome to use t is complimentary transfer.

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plore hine alley s hi hest castle. Join t e Nickeli family for stories about feudin medieval lords and an e clusive banquet wit in t e 3th-century walls of Schloss iebenstein. ead more at trafal ar.com.

Catch the EurostarTM to London Transfers are rovided to aris Gare du Nord station, w ere you'll board the Eurostar™ train to London. T e ourney time to ondon St. ancras nternational is 2 ours and 20 minutes. n arrival in ondon, you are met and transferred to your hotel. (B) otel ark la a iver ank ark la a ounty all Journey Home n oy an n lis breakfast at the end of your holiday. (B)

ourney throu h the lack orest to ucerne In the enc antin Black orest, we ll Dive Into Culture and witness t e fine craft of cuckoo clock makin , before crossin t e Swiss border. We ll visit t e dramatic ine alls at Sc a ausen, t e lar est waterfall in uro e and arrive on t e s ores of ake ucerne, w ere we will stay for t e ne t two ni ts. (B, ) Hotel: Grand Europe

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Explore Lucerne Soak up the relaxed lakeside atmos ere before your mornin orientation be ins. Cross t e solid wooden C a el Brid e, visit t e solemn ion onument, commemoratin t e massacre of t e Swiss Guards in 2 and s end your afternoon s o in in t e ld Town. Consider an tional erience ascendin t e surroundin mountains for panoramic alpine views or wander alon t e tranquil lake s ore. (B) throu h the ur undy Wine e ion to aris See t e c an in landsca e as you travel into rance t rou Alsace and across t e a inot ine. Admire t e scenic Bur undy Wine e ion, before arrivin in aris. ndul e in a free evenin to e lore t e rand boulevards of t e renc ca ital. erience t e a eantry of aris first and and o t for an tional erience to a arisian Cabaret. (B) otel ull an a efense

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• View t e W ite Cli s of over, t e i el Tower, t e C am s lys es, t e Arc de Triom e and Notre ame Cat edral in Paris, the Lion Monument and the Chapel Brid e in ucerne, St. ark s Basilica in enice and t e ancient sites of ome

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ross the n lish hannel to aris Cheerio London and ello to t e s arklin W ite Cli s of over, n land s last urra before we cross t e n lis C annel bound for Calais. We ass t e tra ic World War battlefields of t e Somme before arrivin in Paris where we will enjoy a Welcome Reception with dinner to meet our fellow travellers and Travel irector. T is evenin , t e City of i ts rovides an enc antin backdro for an orientation drive t at will s owcase several of t e si ts w ic await us tomorrow. (WR) otel ovotel entre ercy

Ancient ome to view t e Colosseum. T is evenin , at our arewell inner, we Connect With Locals at a Be My Guest e erience and celebrate t e talian est for life, food and ood com any. (B, BMG, )

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plore the i hts of aris mbark on a scenic so ourn, wit your Local Specialist, alon t e rand C am s lys es to view t e Arc de Triom e, onourin t ose w o fou t for rance. iew Notre ame Cat edral and en oy a stroll t rou t e atin uarter. T is afternoon, you ll ave some leisure time to e lore t e treasures of aris. aybe wander t rou ontmartre in searc of beautiful art, view da inci s ona isa at t e ouvre or rela at a cosy renc caf and en oy a lass of wine w ile watc in t e world o by. (B) n ards to plore ucerne We wind our way t rou t e s rawlin vineyards of Bur undy, ourneyin sout ast rollin reen farmlands into Swit erland bound for ucerne. Cross t e famous wooden C a el Brid e wit its th century aintin s and view t e mortally wounded lion ewn from rock. (B, D) otel rand urope

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are ell o e ur adventure to et er as come to an end. We say a fond farewell to ome and our travel com anions at t e end of our ourney to et er. ind out more about your free air ort transfer at trafal ar.com/freetransfers. (B)

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ncover ncient o e and the atican ity isit t e atican for a memorable encounter wit t e centre of C ristianity. A Local Specialist will take you on a tour of St. eter s Basilica, t e ome of ic elan elo s iet . Consider an tional erience to see t e ma nificent frescoes of t e Sistine C a el, before travellin to

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Hit the ground running on this 10-day Europe trip, transporting you to the beating heart of glittering cities and the picture-perfect countryside. You'll know dreams do come true as you admire Buckingham Palace, Paris, Michelangelo's talents and lap up lakeside living in Lucerne.

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• View the Colosseum and other ancient sites in Rome, St. Mark's Basilica in Venice, t e ion onument and t e C a el Brid e in ucerne, t e C am s lys es, t e i el Tower and Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris, t e W ite Cli s of over, Buckin am alace and t e ouses of arliament in ondon • See t e Tuscan countryside, t e vineyards of Bur undy and t e Somme Battlefield in rance

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Welcome to Rome Ciao Roma! Welcome to the ternal City once ome to ods and oddesses, em erors, senators and slaves. lore t e city s bustlin boulevards and labyrint ine lanes before meetin your fellow travellers and Travel irector at a Welcome ece tion. T is evenin , we embark on an orientation drive revealin some of t e city s most celebrated si ts. (WR) Hotel: Grand Tiberio Explore Ancient Rome and the Vatican City The oly See takes centre sta e today as we oin a Local Specialist for a si tseein tour t at will see us visit the 16th century St. eter s Basilica in t e atican City and witness ic elan elo s sorrowful iet , a master iece of enaissance scul ture. We cross t e Tiber into Ancient ome to delve into w at was once t e lar est em ire in t e world and view suc ancient sites as t e im osin Colosseum w ere brave ladiators and slaves duelled to t eir deat s. ater, en oy some free time to e lore t e icturesque piazze of ome. Sit on t e S anis Ste s and s o u a storm on ia Condotti or er a s oin an tional erience to see t e e quisite frescoed ceilin of t e Sistine C a el. (B) Onwards to Florence We travel north into the vineyard clad ills of Tuscany and alon t e Arno iver alley. Connect With Locals over lunch in a castle durin a Be My Guest e erience, before continuin to lorence, t e birt lace of t e enaissance. Join a Local Specialist for an enc antin encounter wit one of t e world s cultural centres, admirin t e e quisite arc itecture and artistry around every turn. iew t e marble uomo and ia a della Si noria, t e olitical ub of lorence, before arrivin at your otel. (B, BMG, ) Hotel: Grand Mediterraneo

and la in water rovide t e erfect backdro for a memorable sunset over t e Grand Canal. (B, ) Hotel: Novotel Mestre Castellana 5

Across the Alps to Lucerne We de art enice, travellin nort into t e icturesque talian and Swiss ake istricts via Como and u ano. Slicin t rou t e Al s, we arrive in Swit erland and t e laid back lakeside city of ucerne. T e city is er a s most famous for its solid wooden C a el Brid e and oi nant ion onument, a memorial to Swiss Guards. n oy an afternoon at leisure, amble t rou t e ld Town or consider oinin an tional erience and ascend one of t e surroundin mountain eaks for anoramic views. (B, D) Hotel: Grand Europe hrou h ur undy to aris rom ucerne, we ead into rance and t rou t e rollin vineyard clad ills of Bur undy. Arrivin in aris, we en oy a free evenin . Wander u rand boulevards and alon t e scenic Seine, or consider attendin one of t e city s famous colourful cabaret s ows. (B) Hotel: Crowne la a euilly plore le ant aris Join a Local Specialist today and see t e Arc de Triom e and lace de la Concorde. iew Notre ame Cat edral and en oy a stroll t rou t e atin uarter. (B) ross the n lish hannel to ondon ass t e tra ic Somme battlefields en route to Calais from w ere we set sail across t e n lis C annel to over and travel t rou ent to ondon. (B) otel ilton ensin ton Discover Historic London Join a Local Specialist today to see t e si ts of ondon. iew Bi Ben, t e im osin ouses of arliament and Buckin am alace, after w ic you ave an afternoon at leisure to soak u t e dynamic atmos ere of t is ca ital city t at combines centuries old erita e wit modern verve. T is evenin , oin your Travel irector and fellow travellers at a memorable arewell inner. (B, FD)

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Journey to the Canals of Venice T e romantic island city of enice is our destination today. We take to San arco s waters, cruisin t e canals and admirin views of t e im osin St. ark s Basilica and ornate o e s alace. We ll Dive Into Culture ne t and witness t e centuries old art of enetian lassblowin before en oyin an afternoon at leisure to e lore narrow calle in search of a cosy bacaro where you can en oy delicious enetian cuisine was ed down wit an A erol S rit or two. f you ave time, venture to t e enc antin canal side settin of St. ark s Square t e sounds of talented musicians, sea ulls Connect With Locals WR Welcome Reception B Breakfast

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When have you ever had the opportunity to dine with an Italian count in Tuscany? That's not all you'll do on this exciting Rome to Paris trip, bringing you the bright lights of the Champs Élysées, Leaning Tower of Pisa and epic skyline from Florence's Piazzale Michelangelo.

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Welcome to Rome Benvenuto a Roma – what was once the 'Capital of the World' is today a vibrant city filled wit talian est for life and centuries of celebrated history. Enjoy some free time to explore before oinin your fellow travellers and Travel Director for a Welcome Reception and orientation drive to kick o your unfor ettable uro ean adventure. (WR) Hotel: Cardinal St. Peter

laid back lakeside town of Como, w ic for centuries has served as the crossroads between Central Europe and t e editerranean. We continue t rou al ine landsca es, ast u ano and t rou t e St. Gott ard tunnel into central Swit erland, w ere we ll s end t e ne t two ni ts in t e medieval lakeside city of Lucerne. (B) Hotel: Grand Europe

plore the ncient i hts of o e We venture to t e centre of C ristianity and t e reat square t at bears t e name of t e first bis o of ome , St. eter. Join your Local Specialist for a si tseein tour t at includes a visit to St. eter s Basilica, w ere we will ave an o ortunity to see ic elan elo s sorrowful iet ewn from t e most erfect block of Carrara marble. We cross the Tiber River to see the ancient sites of ome, includin t e mi ty Colosseum and Circus a imus. T is afternoon t ere is time to e lore t e city on your terms. er a s toss a coin in the Trevi Fountain to secure your return to Rome or embark on an Optional Experience to visit the Colosseum and the Vatican. (B) Admire Siena on the way to Florence We travel into the scenic Tuscan hills to medieval Siena with its oney stone fa ades. iew t e ia a del Cam o, w ere t e e ilaratin alio orse race takes lace, and see ornate medieval palaces and the 14th-century marble uomo. Continue to lorence, t e Cradle of t e enaissance , w ere we will s end t e ne t two ni ts. Toni t we Connect With Locals over dinner for a special Be My Guest e erience, at a ma nificent Tuscan villa t at once featured as a famous film location. (B, BMG, ) otel os opolitan oncept iscover enaissance lorence The extraordinary art and arc itecture of lorence are celebrated durin our uided walkin tour wit a Local Specialist. We'll view t e e quisite marble uomo and visit ia a della Si noria wit its palazzi and ma nificent art, includin a re lica of ic elan elo s avid statue. iew t e onte ecc io brid e, t e only brid e over t e iver Arno t at t e eein German army did not destroy durin World War , t en admire anoramic views of t e iconic citysca e from ia ale ic elan elo. S end a leisurely afternoon e lorin the city on your own. (B) n ards to isa and enice We travel to isa today and to t e Square of iracles to view t e famous eanin Tower and taly s lar est Ba tistery. Cross t e A ennine ills and at eneto lains to t e island city of Venice. The rest of the day is yours to relax and soak u t e si ts and sounds of t e ueen of t e Adriatic . Consider oinin an tional erience and e lore t e labyrint ine canals of enice by ondola before dinner. (B, RD) otel e oulevard ido plore the anals of enice Dive Into Culture and witness first and t e centuries old tradition of enetian lassmakin . Take to t e water and cruise by rivate launc to t e ateway of enice, St. ark s Square. Join your Travel irector to see t e iconic and une ected i li ts of t e city t e ornate o e s alace and Brid e of Si s, St. ark s Basilica and t e Cam anile wit its five bells. T e rest of t e day is yours at leisure or consider oinin an tional Experience to the island of Burano. (B, )

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ncover ucerne s reasures Enjoy an orientation of Lucerne with your Travel Director. You'll see the Lion Monument and pay tribute to the Swiss Guards w o lost t eir lives durin t e renc evolution, before eadin to t e solid wooden C a el Brid e. S end t e rest of t e day at leisure amblin ast t e beautifully painted façades in the Old Town. Shop for lu urious Swiss c ocolate or consider oinin an tional erience to one of t e surroundin mountains to admire panoramic views. (B, D)

ourney to aris Cross the French border and what remains of t e a inot ine, ourneyin t rou t e rollin vineyard clad ills of Bur undy, one of rance s most rominent wine re ions. Arrivin in aris later t is afternoon, we ave t e evenin at leisure to wander u rand boulevards and admire t e vibrant cityscape of one of Europe's most sophisticated cities. (B) otel eli a fense

iscover a ical aris Join a Local Specialist this mornin for a uided tour alon t e rand C am s lys es and lace de la Concorde. iew Notre ame Cat edral and en oy a stroll t rou t e atin uarter. T is evenin , we oin our fellow travellers and Travel irector for a arewell inner celebratin t e end of our European adventure. (B, FD)

u evoir aris or now, it s time to say a fond farewell to our newfound friends and Travel Director at the end of an unfor ettable ourney. ind out more about your free air ort transfer at trafal ar.com/freetransfers. (B)

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to ake o o and ucerne We travel t rou t e talian ake istrict bound for Swit erland t is mornin and en oy some free time for lunc in t e Connect With Locals WR Welcome Reception B Breakfast

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European Wonderland 11 Days

4 Countries

From A$4825

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Bring history to life on your Europe travels as you learn about life as a Roman gladiator and see the places that inspired hakespearean plays on an epic urope fa ily trip filled ith carnival asks edieval castle an uets and tons of fun for the hole fa ily.

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Welcome to Rome Buckle up Bambini we re o on a rand adventure t rou uro e, launc in our amily erience in t e ternal City of ome. T is evenin we en oy a icko arty w ere we Dive Into Culture wit a Family Fun e erience and learn ow to make i a. (KP, , ) Hotel: Crowne Plaza St. Peter’s

o e s alace and Brid e of Si s, St. ark s Basilica and t e Cam anile wit its five bells. T en, oin a Local Specialist for a Family Fun e erience to learn about t e reat enetian tradition of Carnival masks, wit an o ortunity to create your own colourful alter e os (B, , )

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Explore Ancient Rome and the Vatican City Join a Local Specialist for a si tseein tour to t e atican. See ic elan elo s famous iet statue in St. eter s Basilica before crossin t e Tiber into Ancient ome to visit t e Colosseum and see Circus a imus. (B)

Uncover Lucerne’s Treasures Walk across t e ower lined t century wooden C a el Brid e and into a land of lakes and lions. See t e iant dyin lion ewn from sandstone rock to commemorate t e eroism of t e Swiss Guard. Ascend one of t e ma nificent surroundin mountains durin an tional erience or s end t e afternoon sam lin t e ric avours of delicious Swiss c ocolate. (B, D)

to a ical aris rom Swit erland, we cross t e mi ty ine iver and into rance, travellin t rou t e famous Bur undy wine re ion en route to t e City of i ts . (B) otel ovotel entre our i el

plore aris s i hts Join a Local Specialist on a uided si tseein tour w ic includes a drive alon t e C am s lys es wit views of t e ma nificent Arc de Triom e and t e i el Tower. Now, take to t e water for a leisurely cruise on t e Seine iver wit s ectacular views of t e city s brid es and life on t e river. n oy a free afternoon to discover aris. T is evenin , celebrate wit our travel com anions and Travel irector at a s ecial arewell inner. (B, FD)

Admire Siena and Florence lore t e medieval lay round of Siena, ome to t e festive alio bareback orse race. Arrive in lorence t is afternoon, followed by a Be My Guest e erience w ere you ll Connect With Locals over dinner in t e C ianti countryside. (B, BMG, ) Hotel: Grand Mediterraneo

n ards to ake o o and n el er We travel t rou t e talian ake istrict and en oy some free time for lunc in t e laid back lakeside town of Como. We continue t rou al ine landsca es ne t, ast u ano and t rou t e St. Gott ard tunnel into central Swit erland, before arrivin in n elber . (B) Hotel: H+ Hotel & Spa

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Farewell Paris or now, it s time to say au revior to your fellow travellers at t e end of an unfor ettable e erience. ind out more about your free air ort transfer at trafal ar.com/freetransfers. (B)

Consider e tending your oliday wit a visit to ondon. ncludes a one way urostarT train ticket from aris to ondon Standard Class, ondon accommodation at Crowne la a ings Cross otel and station transfers. See trafalgar.com for details.

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iscover the loatin ity of enice Dive Into Culture and witness first and t e centuries old tradition of enetian lassmakin . Take to t e water and cruise by rivate launc to t e ateway of enice, St. ark s Square. Join your Travel irector to see t e ornate

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ourney to olo na and on to enice Cross t e A ennine ountains to t e city of Bolo na w ere you will oin a Local Specialist to view t e city s issin Towers and l iga . ndul e in t e delicious avours of w at is widely re arded as t e astronomic ca ital of taly. Arrive in t e island city of enice later for some leisure time or en oy an tional erience ondola ride. (B, D) Hotel: Novotel Mestre Castellana

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Explore Florence Join a Local Specialist for a walkin tour of t e city. isit t e ia a della Si noria, and view t e ma nificent marble uomo. S end t e afternoon at leisure oundin t e avements in searc of t e city s tastiest g la . (B)

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9 Countries

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The tring-tring of bicycles sounds the start of your European Whirl. Kick back on the canals of Amsterdam and Venice, in the quiet lakeside beauty of Lucerne and among the Tuscan hills near lorence ith avours of talian hianti setting the tone for an unforgetta le trip.

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• Discover Amsterdam, eidelber , Munich, Innsbruck, Venice and Lucerne • Visit a lassblowin factory in enice and St. Peter's Basilica in Rome

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Eurostar to Brussels and on to Amsterdam Meet your Travel irector before boardin t e urostar for a i s eed train ourney to Brussels and a lu ury coac ourney to Amsterdam. n oy an orientation tour before your Welcome ece tion dinner cruise. (WR) Hotel: Mercure City Journey to the Rhineland and a Scenic Cruise rivin t rou t e lus landsca es of T e Netherlands and Germany, we arrive in Boppard w ere we board a cruise alon t e ine to St. Goar, assin vineyard clad ills and medieval castles erc ed above riverside towns. Arrivin in t e Baroque city of eidelber , we e lore its iconic and une ected i li ts before travellin to our ineland otel. (B, D) Hotel: Sinsheim to nns ruck We arrive in Munich, where you'll en oy an orientation of t e city. We drive across t e Austrian border, arrivin in nnsbruck. ere, we ll admire m eror a imilian s famous Golden oof and er a s indul e in an evenin of traditional Tyrolean entertainment. (B) otel nns ruck

euss. r oin an e citin tional erience to one of t e surroundin eaks for breat takin views of t e Swiss countryside. (B, D) 10

Onwards to the Canals of Venice Journey alon t e Brenner ass into taly and continue to enice. Cruise by rivate launc to St. ark s Square, viewin t e ornate o e s alace and t e Brid e of Si s. Dive Into Culture and witness t e centuries old craft of lassblowin before a free afternoon. (B, ) Hotel: Novotel Mestre Castellana

Continue to Renaissance Florence From Rome, we travel nort t rou t e rollin countryside of Tuscany and alon t e Arno valley to t e Cradle of t e enaissance , lorence. elve into t e ric edici erita e of t is beautiful medieval city wit your Local Specialist. isit w at was once t e olitical ub of t e city, ia a della Si noria, wit its im ressive scul tures and stunnin palazzi. iew t e im osin Duomo with its Brunelleschi dome and Baptistery renowned for its bron e doors filled wit relief scul tures. (B) Hotel: Hilton Metropole

Across the Alps to Lucerne rive across t e Al s into Swit erland, w ere t e ne t two ni ts are s ent in ucerne. Toni t, w y not consider an o tional Swiss Folklore Show? (B) Hotel: Grand Europe

Explore Lucerne T is mornin , view t e mournful, mortally wounded lion hewn from rock to commemorate the Swiss Guards who lost their lives defendin ouis . Walk alon t e ower lined 14th century covered C a el Brid e, crossin t e river

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iscover the i hts of aris Join a Local Specialist today for a si tseein tour of t is romantic city. iew the sophisticated Champs Élysées, Place de la Concorde, the 19th century Arc de Triom e and Notre ame Cat edral, t en en oy a stroll t rou t e atin uarter. ur uro ean W irl almost at its end, we s end t e evenin wit fellow travellers and our Travel irector, en oyin a arewell inner in a local bistro. (B, FD) are ell aris Today bid adieu to your fellow travellers and Travel Director at the end of your memorable e erience. ind out more about your free air ort transfer at trafal ar.com/freetransfers. (B)

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All Roads Lead to Rome Travel south across the eneto lain, assin Bolo na and t e dramatic A ennine ountains as well as t e reen and olden fields of a io before reac in ome, t e ternal City . n route, we Connect With Locals over lunch at a Be My Guest e erience and en oy true Tuscan os itality with a local family on their private estate in the Chianti countryside. (B, BMG, ) Hotel: A.Roma Lifestyle Discover Ancient Rome and the Vatican City Our first sto today sees us discover t e divine beauty of t e atican City. We ll visit St. eter s Basilica wit a Local Specialist to view ic elan elo s enaissance master iece, t e iet . We continue to Ancient ome to view t e iconic Colosseum and Circus a imus, once t e site of e ilaratin c ariot races centuries a o. T e afternoon is yours to e lore t e city on your terms. (B)

n to aptivatin aris Crossin t e border into rance t is mornin , we travel ast t e icturesque vineyards and country towns of Bur undy en route to t e City of i ts . S end some time t is evenin strollin alon t e Seine and rand boulevards in searc of a cosy bistro for fine renc cuisine or consider an tional erience to a colourful arisian cabaret. (B) otel ver reen aurel

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6 Countries

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ll the travel highlights and avours of rance pain and taly feature on this enchanting urope trip. he eauty of the oire alley and foodie heaven in ordeau ill e tough to eat ut living life the talian ay is ust that dash of issi o that akes this ourney e tra special.

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• Discover Bordeaux, Biarritz, Pamplona, French Riviera, Monaco and Pisa • Visit the Prado Museum in Madrid, the ra onard erfumery in Grasse, t e eanin Tower in Pisa and St. Peter's Basilica in Rome • View t e i el Tower and Notre ame Cathedral in Paris, Château Amboise and the ancient sites of ome • See t e Somme Battlefields in rance

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ross the n lish hannel to aris We cross the n lis C annel by ferry from over to Calais and travel across t e World War battlefields before arrivin in aris. ater, we oin our Travel irector and travel com anions for a Welcome ece tion includin dinner and drinks and an evenin drive to embrace t e ener y of t is vibrant city. (WR) otel ver reen aurel plore aris s i hts Join a Local Specialist for a drive alon t e C am s lys es to t e Arc de Triom e and view t e i el Tower. iew Notre ame Cat edral and en oy a stroll t rou t e atin uarter. er a s stroll alon t e Seine admirin t e e quisite work of street artists or consider attendin one of t e city s famous colourful cabaret s ows. (B) ourney to oise and ordeau Journey t rou rance s oire alley, sto in to see t e royal c teau at Amboise. Continue sout t rou one of rance s most renowned wine re ions before arrivin in Bordeau . S end t e evenin e lorin its istorical centre or amble alon t e Garonne and watc ow t e 18th century lace de la Bourse litters across t e river at ni t. (B) otel ercure entre ille d ire le ant iarrit and on to a plona T is mornin , we delve into t e eady days of la Belle Époque in t e lit y seaside resort of Biarrit . Toni t we Connect With Locals over dinner at a Be My Guest e erience of local s ecialties. (B, BMG, ) otel res eyes n ards to adrid ead to t e eart of S ain and its lofty ca ital, adrid. n oy an included visit to t e rado useum and admire t e works of ubens, Goya and l Greco. T is afternoon oin a Local Specialist for a si tseein tour of t e city s iconic landmarks. iew t e oyal alace and t e Cibeles ountain before oinin your fellow travellers for dinner. (B, D) otel eli astilla

iscover a ical adrid T is mornin , er a s take to t e waters of etiro ark, visit t e ercado de San i uel to indul e in t e delicious avours of S ain, or oin an tional erience to t e im erial city of Toledo. n oy free time t is afternoon in one of uro e s most racious ca itals. (B)

to arcelona rivin towards Catalonia and t e s ores of t e editerranean, we ass Guadala ara en route to vibrant Barcelona, w ere we will s end t e ne t two ni ts delvin into t e into icatin c arm of t is cultural and artistic ower ouse. (B) otel ryp polo

ncover olourful arcelona Join a Local Specialist today and deli t in t e w imsical world of Gaud . See is unfinis ed master iece La Sagrada Familia, before s endin t e rest of t e day embracin t e ener y of Barcelona. T is evenin , you could c oose to witness S anis assion, ower and drama unfold at an unfor ettable foot stom in am evenin includin a delicious S anis bu et. (B)

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ourney lon the rench iviera rom t e ru ed Costa Brava to the stylish shores of the French Riviera, we travel t rou t e Sout of rance, sto in to i l r durin a uided visit of ra onard erfumery w ere we ll learn ow fra rances are crafted. ater, we arrive in t e lamorous renc Riviera. (B, ) otel ontai ne pa

earn a out rench perfu e. Breathe in the sweet vanilla, rose and oran e blossom scents of French perfume as you learn how these delicate fra rances are made at ra onard erfumery. earn more at trafal ar.com.

n oy rench iviera our Way Tread in t e footste s of s owbi royalty, savourin a full day at leisure in t e renc iviera. Admire t e irresistible backdro of t e editerranean or consider oinin an tional erience to t e illto town of Saint aul de ence, renowned for its museums and alleries. (B) plore onaco and isa on the ay to lorence Travel to the Principality of Monaco, where you'll see t e oyal alace and t e cat edral w ere rincess Grace is buried. Cross into taly and ass Genoa, t e birt lace of Columbus, before arrivin in isa to admire its eanin Tower. T is evenin we arrive in the Renaissance city of Florence. (B, D) otel rand editerraneo

iscover lorence Join a Local Specialist for a uided walkin tour of one of t e cultural ca itals of t e world. n oy views of t e marble uomo, t e Ba tistery and t e onte ecc io brid e. isit ia a della Si noria, once t e olitical ub of t e city, and in your free time consider oinin an tional erience to t e Tuscan illto town of San Gimi nano. (B)

ll oads ead to o e Italy's ‘Eternal City' beckons and we ead sout to ome sto in in assi nano Sul Trasimeno to admire its beautifully reserved medieval centre. Arrivin in ome you ll ave an evenin to e lore t e city your way. (B) otel arcel ran ante na

ncover ncient o e and the atican ity Join a Local Specialist to visit St. Peter's Basilica, then cross t e Tiber for views of t e mi ty Colosseum and Circus a imus. After an afternoon of si tseein on your terms, you ll oin your fellow travellers for a memorable Farewell Dinner at a local restaurant. (B, FD)

ourney o e After breakfast, you ll say farewell to your fellow travellers and Travel irector as your memorable ourney across uro e comes to an end. f you re leavin today, c oose one of our sc eduled air ort transfers. ind out more about your free air ort transfer at trafal ar.com/freetransfers. (B)

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Majestic Europe 15 Days

9 Countries

From A$5650

19 Meals

Travel to the heart of Europe, learning all about the Hapsburgs in Vienna with a side visit to fairy-tale Prague and Vaduz, the little Liechtenstein capital. Your reward for all that epic sightseeing? Soaking up la dolce vita in the picturesque olive groves of Tuscany.

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Cologne

RHINELAND

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CZECH REPUBLIC

Regensburg VIENNA

Liechtenstein

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SWITZERLAND VENICE

SLOVAKIA Bratislava

Your Must-See Highlights • Explore ome, ienna and ra ue wit a Local Specialist • Discover enice, Bratislava, unic , ucerne, eidelber and Amsterdam

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Welcome to Rome Explore this imperial city of em erors and senators, ods and oddesses, before oinin your com anions and Travel irector later for a Welcome ece tion and lim se into w at lies in store durin our stay in t e ternal City . (WR) otel arcel ran ante na Uncover Ancient Rome and the Vatican City Join a Local Specialist to visit St. eter s Basilica, t en cross t e Tiber for views of t e mi ty Colosseum and Circus a imus. n oy an afternoon of si tseein on your terms. (B)

On the Road to Vienna A scenic drive from Italy to Austria takes us t rou t e Carnic Al s to t e im erial ca ital of ienna. n arrival, transfer to your Stays With Stories accommodation, the palatial ark otel Sc nbrunn, t e former uest ouse of m eror ran Jose . (B, ) Hotel: Austria Trend Parkhotel Schönbrunn Explore Vibrant Vienna Join your Local Specialist this mornin to e lore t e si ts, includin views of t e famous era ouse, Stadt ark, arliament, m erial Boulevards and ofbur alace. S end t e rest of t e day delvin into ienna s cosy co ee culture or discover t e armonies of t e world s music ca ital. (B)

ourney to ra ue eave t e son of ienna be ind, bound for ra ue, t e Golden City of a undred S ires . n oy an orientation in Bratislava wit your Travel irector before arrivin in ra ue t is afternoon. (B) Hotel: Vienna House Andels

iscover ra ue s i hts Join your Local Specialist t is mornin to e lore t e ewels of ra ue s ld Town. ou ll stroll around t e ld Town Square and see the 15th-century Astronomical Clock with its mesmerisin Walk of t e A ostles. S end your afternoon e lorin ra ue your way. (B)

Onwards to Venice We journey across the Tuscan countryside bound for enice, t e ueen of t e Adriatic . T e city s canals and brid es beckon, but not before we Connect With Locals at lunch amidst t e olive roves and vineyards of Tuscany for a Be My Guest e erience t at will lin er lon after you ve left. (B, BMG, ) Hotel: Viktoria Palace Lido

to unich irst sto today is t e N SC listed town of e ensbur wit its beautifully reserved medieval centre. T en it s time to continue to t e Bavarian ca ital of unic , w ere we ll see t e Glockenspiel and Marienplatz on an orientation wit our Travel irector. T e afternoon is free to e lore before we ave dinner at our otel. (B, D) Hotel: Leonardo Olympiapark Uncover Liechtenstein and Lucerne We leave Germany for Swit erland, sto in in t e iec tenstein ca ital of adu . We continue to ucerne, our ome for t e ne t two ni ts. (B) Hotel: Grand Europe

ncover ucerne s reasures ay tribute to t e brave Swiss Guards w o lost t eir lives defendin in ouis in t e renc evolution and see t e famous mournful ion onument. Walk alon t e wooden C a el Brid e and admire its decorative ceilin s. T en s end t e rest of t e day admirin t e colourful fa ades of t e ld Town or oin an tional erience to one of t e surroundin eaks. (B) Enjoy a Scenic Cruise in the Rhineland iew t e ruins of eidelber Castle erc ed above t e Neckar iver and board a rela in cruise down t e mi ty ine from St. Goar to Bo ard fantasy castles and illside vineyards line your scenic ourney. T is evenin , we stay at one of Trafal ar s Stays With Stories - Bellevue hotel, located close to the Rhine iver. (B, D, ) Hotel: Bellevue

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Cruise down the Rhine. Watc t e beauty of t e ine alley unfold, settlin in for a rela ed cruise alon one of uro e s reatest waterways, from St. Goar to Bo ard. ead more at trafal ar.com.

n ards to olo ne and sterda Admire the tall twin Got ic s ires of t e Colo ne Cat edral t is mornin , before crossin into t e Net erlands and on to Amsterdam w ere we s end t e ne t two ni ts. Sit under t e leafy cano y at eidse lein indul in in utc beer and kroketten, ire a bike and it t e city s tree lined streets or bask in t e warm low and g llig id of one of t e city s renowned bruin caf s. (B) Hotel: Corendon City

Explore Amsterdam Enjoy an orientation of Amsterdam and s end t e rest of t e day e lorin t e city on foot, by bike or tram. Consider delvin into t e tra ic story of Anne rank, admire t e works of an Go or eo le watc in ondel ark. T is evenin enjoy a Farewell Dinner with your travel companions on board a lass to boat. Cruise t rou t e city s canals lookin u at t e centuries old abled fa ades for w ic Amsterdam is so famous. (B, FD)

Farewell Amsterdam After breakfast, it s time to say a fond farewell to your fellow travellers and Travel Director as you return home with wonderful memories. ind out more about your free air ort transfer at trafal ar.com/freetransfers. (B)

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Traditional Europe 18 Days

11 Countries

25 Meals

From A$6850

Lose yourself in the history and romance of Traditional Europe. You'll see all the iconic sights and some beautiful surprises along this three-week Europe trip taking in the exquisite beauty of the Rhine Valley, the snow-capped Alps and the decadently warm waters of the French Riviera.

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Cologne

Brussels

• Explore Rome, Pompeii, Capri, Assisi, Florence and Paris with a Local Specialist

RHINELAND

▼ Heidelberg

PARIS

Colmar

FRANCE

SWITZERLAND

ITALY

▼ Saint-Paul-de-Vence

Monaco 2 FRENCH RIVIERA

VENICE

Pisa

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ASSISI

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Isle of Capri

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• View t e Colo ne Cat edral, t e ancient sites in Rome, the Lion Monument in ucerne, t e eanin Tower of isa, t e i el Tower and Notre ame Cat edral in aris

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• Discover Amsterdam, eidelber , Colmar, Lucerne, Innsbruck, Venice, Sorrento, Pisa, onaco, Nice, Avi non and yon • Visit Vaduz - the capital of Liechtenstein, a lassblowin factory in enice, St. eter s Basilica in Rome, the excavations in Pompeii, Monaco, Saint-Paul-de-Vence and Beaune

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Avignon

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Liechtenstein

Lucerne

Beaune

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RHINE CRUISE

St. Goar 2

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Boppard

BELGIUM

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FERRY

AMSTERDAM

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LONDON

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ENGLAND

Sightseeing

Pompeii 1

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• See t e orelei ock in ine alley, t e Benedictine Abbey of onte Cassino and t e vineyards of Bur undy • Scenic Cruise t rou Amsterdam s canals, alon t e ine iver and to t e sle of Capri

Colmar, France

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Eurostar to Brussels and on to Amsterdam Meet your Travel irector t is mornin before boardin t e urostar for a i s eed train ourney to Brussels and lu ury coac tri to Amsterdam. Join your new travel companions for a canal cruise which includes a li t dinner and welcome drink. (WR) Hotel: Corendon City

ncover ucerne s reasures lore t e medieval town of ucerne, t en s end t e rest of t e day at leisure or oin an tional erience u one of t e surroundin eaks. (B) ourney to iechtenstein and nns ruck Admire al ine scenery as you ourney to iec tenstein. Cross t e Austrian border to nnsbruck and see t e famous Golden oof. Admire t e fascinatin crystal installations and browse for recious ifts and souvenirs at t e Swarovski Crystal Worlds Store. (B) Hotel: Grauer Bär n ards to enice Follow the Brenner Pass to enice. S end t e evenin at leisure or consider an tional erience cruise on a traditional ondola. (B, D) otel l er o uattro ontane ido iscover the loatin ity of enice Dive Into Culture and witness t e centuries old tradition of enetian lassmakin . isit St. ark s Square to view t e o e s alace and Brid e of Si s, t en s end a leisurely afternoon seein t e si ts. (B, )

plore ncient o e and the atican ity Delve into the treasures of the Vatican City with a Local Specialist w o will take you on a si tseein tour t rou St. eter s Basilica. Cross t e Tiber into Ancient ome to see t e mi ty Colosseum and en oy views of Circus a imus before free time. (B) he uins of o peii ith unny orrento n oy a scenic drive to t e Cam ania re ion w ere you ll meet a Local Specialist w o will s are t e fascinatin story of om eii. T en it s on to Sorrento. (B, D) otel ohanna ark ail to apri then n ards to ssisi Cross the Bay of Na les to t e sle of Ca ri, w ere you ll oin your Local Specialist for a walkin tour. Travel nort , ast t e restored Abbey of onte Cassino, arrivin later in Assisi to view t e Basilica of St. rancis wit a Local Specialist. (B, D) Hotel: Casa Leonori

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plore the sle of apri. erience all t e so istication of t is famous island w ere you ll ca ture t e lamour and all its secrets s ared by a ocal S ecialist. iscover more at trafal ar.com.

hrou h uscany to lorence Beautiful Tuscan landsca es follow your ourney to lorence. Join a Local Specialist for an included walkin tour. (B) Hotel: Grand Mediterraneo

ncover isa onaco and the rench iviera Journey to isa and its Square of iracles to see t e eanin Tower and its im osin Ba tistery. isit t e lay round of onaco before arrivin on t e renc iviera. (B) otel ovotel roport ap

iscover rtistic aint aul de ence Tread in t e footste s of famous actors and artists in t e medieval town of Saint aul de ence before en oyin an afternoon at leisure. (B) ourney throu h apal vi non to yon Travel to t e a al city of Avi non to see t e alais des a es, Cat edral and t e famous ont d Avi non. ere, we ll Connect With Locals over lunc at a roven al style Be My Guest e erience. our ourney continues to yon w ere you ll embark on an orientation tour. (B, BMG, ) otel ercure entre a e afayette

ravel throu h ur undy to aris We leave the beautiful ne landsca e be ind us, visitin t e walled villa e of Beaune, t en continue nort to aris. (B) otel ver reen aurel

plore a ical aris Join a Local Specialist to see the si ts of aris, includin t e C am s lys es and t e i el Tower. iew Notre ame Cat edral and en oy a stroll t rou t e atin uarter. ater, you ll s are tales of your ourney over a arewell inner. (B, FD)

Journey Home Today bid adieu to your fellow travellers and Travel irector at t e end of your memorable oliday. ind out more about your free air ort transfer at trafal ar.com/freetransfers. (B)

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n oy eidel er then drive into the lps eidelber Castle features on our ourney to Colmar w ere we will en oy an orientation before continuin to t e mountain retreat of n elber . (B, D) otel ch ei erhof

All Roads Lead to Rome Travel over t e reen and olden landsca es of Tuscany and mbria bound for ome. (B) Hotel: Cardinal St. Peter

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d ire olo ne and ruise in the hineland Stop in Colo ne to see its im osin Cat edral, before boardin a river cruise alon t e ine to St. Goar. T is evenin we stay in t e ineland. (B, D) Hotel: Maritim Darmstadt

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estive eal C ristmas dinner as been arranged for t is de arture. Join us in uro e to celebrate t e festive season.

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Grand European 21 Days

11 Countries

28 Meals

From A$7525

his rand uropean trip has all the usts ut also takes you o the eaten path. iscover the gour et talents of rance the heart of the lack orest and the oreish delights of achertorte in classical ienna leaving ith a song in your heart and a polka in your step.

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AMSTERDAM

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ITALY

Avignon

Saint-Paul-de-Vence

Monaco

Pisa

VENICE

ROME

ASSISI

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Isle of Capri

Pompeii 1

• Discover Bru es, Amsterdam, eidelber , ucerne, nnsbruck, enice, isa, onaco, Nice and Avi non • Visit t e ine alls at Sc a ausen, adu t e ca ital of iec tenstein, a lassblowin factory in enice, e cavations in om eii and t e Sistine C a el in ome, Saint aul de ence and Beaune

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• Explore Sal bur , ienna, Assisi, om eii, Ca ri, ome, lorence and aris wit a ocal S ecialist

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• View t e ancient sites of ome, t e eanin Tower in isa, t e a al alace and ont d Avi non in Avi non and Notre ame Cat edral in aris • See t e orelei ock in ine alley, t e Benedictine Abbey of onte Cassino and t e vineyards of Bur undy • Scenic Cruise t rou Amsterdam s canals, t e ine iver and to t e sle of Ca ri

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useums for a uided tour. Admire ic elan elo s ma nificent ceilin , t en en oy an e clusive dinner a ainst t e backdro of St eter s. (B, RD, )

ourney to ru es Travel to Bru es for a Welcome ece tion includin dinner and drinks. We stay overni t in one of Trafal ar s Stays With Stories – a former 17th-century monastery with historical features. (WR, ) otel ru e

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iscover sterda s anals See Amsterdam s iconic si ts on today s orientation tour. At t is evenin s dinner, we ll Connect With Locals durin a Be My Guest e erience at t e auw family dairy farm. (B, BMG, ) otel eonardo oyal

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n oy a cenic ruise in the hineland We travel to Germany, boardin a ine cruise ast illto castles. See eidelber s ruined sandstone castle. (B, D) otel ercure a athaus

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n e clusive dinner at the atican useu s. Go be ind t e scenes like few others do for a private meal amidst the works of reat masters and centuries of istory. earn more at trafal ar.com.

plore ucerne See ucerne s ion onument and t e ower lined th century wooden C a el Brid e. (B, D)

ake in al ur then on to ienna Join a Local Specialist on a uided walkin tour of Sal bur before travellin on to ienna. (B) otel i ut

plore ienna s i hts mbark on a si tseein tour with your Local Specialist past the State Opera ouse, t e City all, arliament, t e m erial Boulevards and t e ofbur . (B)

to plore lorence Journey north to Florence w ere you ll oin a Local Specialist for an included walkin tour. (B) otel os opolitan oncept n oy isa onaco and the rench iviera Continue to isa to see t e famous eanin Tower. Sto in onaco before continuin to t e renc iviera. (B) otel oliday nn iscover rtistic aint aul de ence ub s oulders wit artists and actors in Saint aul de ence before en oyin an afternoon at leisure in t e renc iviera to indul e in t e laid back seaside atmos ere. (B)

n ards to enice Cross t e talian border and ourney to enice. (B) otel e oulevard ido

iscover the loatin ity of enice Dive Into Culture and witness t e enetian tradition of lassmakin . Take a rivate launc to St. ark s Square, see t e o e s alace and Brid e of Si s. (B, )

ourney throu h apal vi non to ur undy We travel to t e a al city of Avi non. We continue to Beaune w ere we ll e lore t e ancient walls and t e ld Town. (B) otel ercure entre

n ards to aris Travel nort t rou t e vineyards of Bur undy to aris. (B) otel ver reen aurel

plore the i hts of aris Join a Local Specialist and see t e C am s lys es and t e i el Tower. iew Notre ame Cat edral and en oy a stroll t rou t e atin uarter. T e afternoon is free, before a arewell inner wit wine in a local restaurant. (B, FD)

are ell aris Today bid farewell to your fellow travellers and Travel Director at the end of your oliday. ind out more about your free air ort transfer at trafal ar.com/freetransfers. (B)

ourney to ssisi Continue south to Assisi and join a Local Specialist to visit t e Basilica of St. rancis. See t e Basilica of St. ary of t e An els and en oy dinner at your otel toni t. (B, D) otel asa eonori

plore o peii s uins on the ay to orrento ass onte Cassino en route to om eii. ere you ll join a Local Specialist who will reveal the story of this tra ic ancient settlement. We arrive in Sorrento later. (B, D) otel a esiden a

n to the sle of apri and o e Cross the Bay of Naples to the Isle of Capri and join a Local Specialist for a uided walkin tour of Ca ri town. (B) otel ro ne la a t. eter s

ncover ncient o e and the atican useu s elve into t e treasures of t e atican City wit a Local Specialist w o will take you on a si tseein tour t rou St. eter s Basilica. Cross into Ancient ome to see t e Colosseum and Circus a imus. T en Dive Into Culture and ain riority access to t e atican

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d ire the lack orest then on to ucerne Journey t rou t e Black orest and ast t e ine alls before arrivin in lakeside ucerne. (B) otel storia

ncover iechtenstein and nns ruck Travel to iec tenstein. Crossin into Austria, follow t e scenic Arlber ass t rou t e Tyrol to nnsbruck. Admire t e fascinatin crystal installations and browse for recious ifts and souvenirs at t e Swarovski Crystal Worlds Store. (B) otel ustria rend on ress

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Great European 27 Days

12 Countries

From A$9575

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uckle up for an unforgetta le reat uropean tour filled ith local avours the scents of rance and artistry of aud and ichelangelo in pain and taly. iscover ordeau s rich culinary heritage learn a out la Belle Époque in iarrit and count the spires of rague.

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Heidelberg

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Passignano sul Trasimeno

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Biarritz

ROME

BARCELONA

MADRID

ITALY

Bratislava

• Discover Bordeau , Biarrit , am lona, renc iviera, onaco, isa, enice, Bratislava, unic , ucerne, eidelber and Amsterdam • Visit t e rado useum in adrid, t e ra onard erfumery in Grasse, t e eanin Tower in isa, St. eter s Basilica in ome, a lassblowin factory in enice and adu t e ca ital of iec tenstein • View C teau Amboise, t e ancient sites of ome, t e i el Tower and Notre ame Cat edral in aris, t e era ouse and ofbur alace in ienna, t e ion onument and C a el Brid e in ucerne and t e ruins of eidelber Castle • See t e Somme Battlefields in rance, t e orelei ock in ine alley and Colo ne Cat edral • Scenic Cruise alon t e ine iver and t rou Amsterdam s canals

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ross the n lish hannel to aris eavin t e bri t city li ts of ondon be ind, we cross t e n lis C annel by ferry from over to Calais and travel across t e World War battlefields w ere so many brave souls lost t eir lives. We catc a lim se of t e Canadian emorial at imy id e before arrivin in aris. ater, we oin our Travel irector and travel com anions for a Welcome ece tion includin dinner and drinks and an evenin drive to embrace t e ener y of t is vibrant city. (WR) otel ver reen aurel plore aris s i hts Join a Local Specialist for a drive alon t e C am s lys es to t e Arc de Triom e and view t e i el Tower. iew Notre ame Cat edral and en oy a stroll t rou t e atin uarter. er a s ay a visit to t e ona isa at t e ouvre, stroll alon t e Seine admirin t e e quisite work of street artists or consider attendin one of t e city s famous colourful cabaret s ows. (B)

ourney to oise and ordeau Journey t rou rance s oire alley, sto in to see t e royal c teau at Amboise. Continue sout t rou one of rance s most renowned wine re ions, arrivin in Bordeau , celebrated for its centuries old tradin erita e and e traordinary arc itecture. S end t e evenin e lorin its istorical centre or amble alon t e Garonne and watc ow t e th century lace de la Bourse litters across t e river at ni t. (B) otel ercure entre ille 9

ollo in the footsteps of oyalty. isit t e e quisite istoric C teau d Amboise in t e beautiful oire alley for more t an a lim se into t e ow renc nobility once lived. ead more at trafal ar.com.

d ire le ant iarrit and on to a plona This mornin , we delve into t e eady days of la Belle Époque in t e lit y seaside resort of Biarrit , an ele ant retreat for aristocrats for centuries. We continue to am lona, most famous for its annual unnin of the Bulls Festival. Here we'll Connect With Locals over dinner at a Be My Guest e erience s arin stories wit new friends. (B, BMG, ) otel res eyes n ards to adrid ead to t e eart of S ain t is mornin and its lofty ca ital, adrid. Join a Local Specialist for a si tseein tour, durin w ic we ll see t e oyal alace, t e o icial residence of t e S anis royal family, uerta del Sol and t e Cervantes onument. Today s i li t, owever, is a uided visit to t e celebrated rado useum. (B, D) otel eli astilla

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to arcelona rivin towards Catalonia and t e s ores of t e editerranean, we ass Guadala ara and t e Gor es of Jal n and Ara n en route to vibrant Barcelona, w ere we will s end t e ne t two ni ts delvin into t e into icatin c arm of t is cultural and artistic ower ouse. (B) otel ryp polo ncover olourful arcelona Join a Local Specialist today and deli t in t e w imsical world of Gaud , w ose c aracteristic Art Nouveau arc itecture is dotted t rou out t e city. See is unfinis ed master iece La Sagrada Familia, before s endin t e rest of t e day embracin t e ener y of Barcelona. ay tribute to Columbus and is brave e loration of t e New World, wander down to a Barceloneta for some tasty tapas treats, or ramble u as amblas watc in street erformers entertain crowds. T is evenin , you could c oose to witness S anis assion, ower and drama unfold at an unfor ettable foot stom in am evenin includin a delicious S anis bu et. (B) ourney lon the rench iviera rom t e ru ed Costa Brava to t e stylis s ores of t e renc iviera, we travel t rou t e Sout of rance, sto in to i l r durin a uided visit to ra onard erfumery w ere we ll learn ow fra rances are crafted. ater, we arrive in t e lamorous renc iviera, ome to t e famous Cannes ilm estival. (B, ) otel ontai ne pa

n oy rench iviera our Way Tread in t e footste s of s owbi royalty, savourin a full day at leisure in t e renc iviera. Admire t e irresistible backdro of t e editerranean and st rel ills or consider oinin an tional erience to t e medieval illto town of Saint aul de ence, renowned for its museums and alleries. (B)

plore onaco and isa on the ay to lorence Travel alon t e so isticated Cote d A ur to t e rinci ality of onaco, w ere you ll see t e oyal alace and t e cat edral w ere rincess Grace is buried. Cross into taly and ass Genoa, t e birt lace of Columbus, before arrivin in isa to admire its eanin Tower and Ba tistery, t e lar est in taly. T is evenin we arrive in t e enaissance city of lorence. (B, D) otel rand editerraneo

iscover lorence Join a Local Specialist for a uided walkin tour of one of t e cultural ca itals of t e world. n oy views of t e marble uomo, t e Ba tistery wit its famous bron e doors, and t e onte ecc io brid e. isit ia a della Si noria, once t e olitical ub of t e city, and in your free time er a s oin an tional erience to t e Tuscan illto town of San Gimi nano, known as taly s edieval an attan. (B)

ll oads ead to o e taly s ternal City beckons and we ead sout to ome sto in in assi nano Sul Trasimeno to admire its beautifully reserved medieval centre. Arrivin in ome you ll ave an evenin to e lore t e city your way. (B) otel arcel ran ante na

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Uncover Ancient Rome and the Vatican City Join a Local Specialist to visit St. Peter's Basilica, then cross t e Tiber for views of t e mi ty Colosseum and Circus a imus. After an afternoon of si tseein on your terms, you ll oin your fellow travellers for a e ional inner at a local restaurant. (B, RD)

Onwards to Venice We ourney across t e Tuscan countryside bound for enice. T e city s canals and brid es beckon, but not before we Connect With Locals at lunc amidst t e olive roves and vineyards of Tuscany for a Be My Guest e erience t at will lin er lon after you ve left. Arrivin in enice, you ll ave to e lore ido sland your way. Go in searc of a lively piazza w ere a refres in Cam ari S rit awaits. (B, BMG, ) Hotel: Viktoria Palace Lido

Enjoy a Scenic Cruise in the Rhineland iew t e ruins of eidelber Castle erc ed above t e Neckar iver and board a rela in cruise from St. Goar to Bo ard fantasy castles and illside vineyards line your scenic ourney. T is evenin , we stay at one of Trafal ar s Stays With Stories Bellevue otel, located close to the Rhine River. (B, D, ) Hotel: Bellevue

Cruise the Canals of Venice Dive Into Culture and witness t e centuries old tradition of enetian lassmakin . Glide t rou t e city s bustlin canals by rivate launc , arrivin at St. ark s Square. T e rest of today is yours to en oy t e si ts and sounds of t is By antine treasure. (B, ) On the Road to Vienna A scenic drive from taly to Austria takes us t rou t e Carnic Al s to t e im erial ca ital of ienna. n arrival, transfer to your Stays With Stories accommodation, t e alatial ark otel Sc nbrunn, t e former uest ouse of m eror ran Jose . (B, ) Hotel: Austria Trend Parkhotel SchĂśnbrunn

Explore Vibrant Vienna Join your Local Specialist this mornin to e lore t e si ts, includin views of t e famous era ouse, Stadt ark, arliament, m erial Boulevards and ofbur alace. S end t e rest of t e day delvin into ienna s cosy co ee culture or discover t e armonies of t e world s music ca ital. (B)

ourney to ra ue eave t e son of ienna be ind, bound for ra ue, t e Golden City of a undred S ires. n oy an orientation in Bratislava wit your Travel irector before arrivin in ra ue t is afternoon. (B) Hotel: Vienna House Andels

iscover ra ue s i hts Join your Local Specialist t is mornin to e lore t e ewels of ra ue s Castle istrict and ld Town. ou ll stroll around t e ld Town Square and see t e 5th century Astronomical Clock wit its mesmerisin Walk of t e A ostles. S end your afternoon e lorin ra ue your way. (B)

Uncover Liechtenstein and Lucerne We leave Germany for Swit erland, sto in in adu , t e ca ital of iec tenstein. We continue to ucerne, our ome for t e ne t two ni ts. (B) Hotel: Grand Europe

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verni ht on the shore of the hine. Art Nouveau meets t e beauty of t e ine w en you stay in t e Bellevue ein otel, wit its stron family traditions and 25 years of istory. ead more at trafal ar.com.

n ards to olo ne and sterda Admire t e tall twin Got ic s ires of t e Colo ne Cat edral t is mornin , before crossin into t e Net erlands and on to Amsterdam w ere we s end t e ne t two ni ts. Sit under t e leafy cano y at eidse lein indul in in utc beer and kroketten, ire a bike and it t e city s tree lined streets or bask in t e warm low and g llig id of one of t e city s renowned bruin cafĂŠs. (B) Hotel: Corendon City

Explore Amsterdam n oy an orientation of Amsterdam and s end t e rest of t e day e lorin t e city on foot, by bike or tram. Consider delvin into t e tra ic story of Anne rank, admire t e works of an Go or eo le watc in ondel ark. T is evenin en oy a arewell inner wit your travel com anions on board a lass to boat. Cruise t rou t e city s canals lookin u at t e centuries old abled fa ades for w ic Amsterdam is so famous. (B, FD)

Farewell Amsterdam After breakfast, it s time to say a fond farewell to your fellow travellers and Travel irector as you return ome wit wonderful memories. ind out more about your free air ort transfer at trafal ar.com/freetransfers. (B) Please note: our coac returns to ondon from Amsterdam on day 2 . ou are welcome to use t is com limentary transfer.

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13 Countries

40 Meals

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This all-embracing Europe trip leaves nothing out, from the canals of Amsterdam to glittering Paris. ou ll travel across urope on a ourney filled ith usical notes fro ienna and the vi rant energy of u rovnik e ploring tavernas eaches and historic sites along the ay.

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• Visit a lassblowin factory in enice, t e Tem le of A ollo in el i, Acro olis in Athens, excavations in Pompeii and the Sistine Chapel, the Colosseum and St. Peter's Basilica in Rome

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Journey to Amsterdam Travel to Amsterdam, where you'll explore the capital's scenic canals on a Welcome Reception cruise. (WR) Hotel: Mercure City

ncover the reasures of ienna Join a Local 15 Specialist for a tour, includin views of t e State era ouse, St. Ste en s Cat edral and t e ofbur . (B)

Discover Amsterdam’s Canals Embark on an orientation of Amsterdam. S end t e afternoon in Volendam where you will Dive Into Culture watc in traditional c eese makin and t e craftin of olland s wooden clo s. (B, )

ourney to u l ana n oy a si tseein tour of Ljubljana with a Local Specialist then Connect With Locals over dinner at a Be My Guest experience. (B, BMG, ) Hotel: Radisson Blu Plaza

Journey to the Rhineland with a Scenic Cruise Board a Rhine cruise in Boppard, then travel past eidelber and admire its ruined sandstone castle. (B, D) Hotel: Mercure am Rathaus

to lpine nns ruck See the Hofbräuhaus, City Hall and the iconic Glockenspiel in Munich. Then head to nnsbruck for an orientation includin views of St. Jakob s Cat edral and t e litterin Golden oof. (B, D) otel nns ruck

South to Venice Arrive in Venice, where you will oin your travel com anions for a delicious e ional Dinner. (B, RD) Hotel: Novotel Mestre Castellana

plore the loatin ity of enice Dive Into Culture ainin insi ts into t e centuries old tradition of enetian lassblowin . Cruise by rivate launc and see St. ark s Square, t e ornate o e s alace, and t e Brid e of Si s. (B, )

Onwards to Vienna Journey to Austria's imperial capital of Vienna. You'll transfer to your Stays With Stories accommodation, the Hilton Danube Waterfront, a renovated rain silo built in , on t e banks of t e Danube. (B, ) otel ilton anu e Waterfront

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enture to litvice akes Journey across the Croatian border to litvice akes National ark, w ere you'll join a Local Specialist for a walkin tour. (B, D) Hotel: Jezero

n to eautiful u rovnik Continue alon t e almatian coast, ast seaside villa es to t e ancient city of ubrovnik its terracotta roofto s a ear to tumble into the waters of the cerulean Adriatic. (B) Hotel: Croatia Cavtat

iscover icture perfect u rovnik Embark on a Small Grou Si tseein tour wit a Local Specialist and admire t e ector s alace, nofrio s ountain and t e ranciscan and ominican monasteries. (B)

ncover ontene ro and on to irana Journey to otor, t en travel t rou ontene ro into Albania and overni t in its colourful ca ital of Tirana. (B, D) otel ilton arden nn

n ards to ala aka Cross t e scenic lains of T essaly to alambaka wit its ravity defyin eteora monasteries t at clin im ressively to immense, rounded rock towers. (B, D) Hotel: Amalia

plore elphi and thens See the battle site at T ermo ylae before arrivin at ount arnassus, where you'll join a Local Specialist to explore ancient el i before de artin for At ens. (B) Hotel: Divani alace cropolis

Enjoy Athens S end t e day discoverin t e birthplace of democracy – a centre for the arts, learnin and iloso y. Stroll t rou t e tiny, colourful alleyways of laka, oin At enians for a noisy co ee sto at an o en air caf or consider embarkin on our t ree day Ae ean Cruise (see a e 5 for full details). (B)

Athens Your Way Today is yours to embrace the s irited atmos ere of t e Greek ca ital. er a s, venture by funicular to Mount Lycabettus for the most ma nificent views of t e s rawlin city below, watc t e a eantry of t e c an in of t e v oni or oin an tional erience. (B)

Admire Athens Soak u t e si ts, sounds and smells of t e bustlin Central arket t is mornin . aybe admire the remarkable antiquities and remnants of Ancient Greece at t e fascinatin Acro olis useum or wander t rou t e colourful stalls of onastiraki Square. (B)

ncover thens s uins and a i ht at ea Join a Local Specialist and marvel at the ancient Acropolis, see t e art enon and view t e stadium w ere t e

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Venture to Paris Cross into France and traverse t e rollin Bur undy vineyards bound for aris. (B) Hotel: Crowne Plaza Neuilly plore a ical aris Join a Local Specialist today for a si tseein tour of aris. T is evenin , toast your holiday at a Farewell Dinner. (B, FD) Journey Home Today bid farewell to your fellow travellers and Travel Director at the end of your holiday. Find out more about your free airport transfer at trafal ar.com/freetransfers. (B) Please note: Your coach returns to London from Paris on day 2 . ou are welcome to use t is com limentary transfer.

Optional Eurostar™ Extension Visit the Ancient Citadel of the Acropolis. Walk in the footsteps of Greek Gods and famous philosophers when you explore Athen's centrepiece with a Local Specialist. iscover more at trafal ar.com.

n ards to a in ssisi Sail to Ancona, then continue to Assisi. (B) Hotel: Grand

to unny orrento Join your Local Specialist and see the Basilica of St. Francis. Pass the Benedictine Abbey in onte Cassino before arrivin in Sorrento. (B) Hotel: La Residenza

ncover o peii s uins then o to o e We join a Local Specialist in Pompeii to hear the story of this remarkable ancient Roman settlement buried under as followin t e eru tion of ount esuvius. Continuin t rou t e reen and olden countryside of Lazio, we arrive in Rome, the 'Eternal City t is evenin . (B) Hotel: Cardinal St. Peter

Discover Ancient Rome and Vatican City Dive Into Culture at the Vatican City and ascend the spiral staircase desi ned by famous arc itect onato Bramante with your Local Specialist. Admire the Sistine C a el and St. eter s Basilica, before visitin t e Colosseum. After some free time, en oy a delicious e ional inner. (B, RD, )

Journey to Florence Head to Florence for a si tseein tour wit a Local Specialist. View Giotto's Bell Tower, the Baptistery and visit Piazza della Si noria. (B) Hotel: Nilhotel

n ards to lpine n el er Continue alon t e scenic St. Gotthard route into central Switzerland. S end t e ne t two ni ts in n elber . (B) Hotel: H+ Hotel & Spa

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ucerne s i hts Explore the lakeside ucerne. ay tribute to t e brave Swiss e ion onument and wander alon t e a el Brid e. (B, D)

Consider extending your holiday by spending more time in London. Includes a one-way EurostarTM train ticket from Paris to London Standard Class, London accommodation at DoubleTree by Hilton Angel Kings Cross hotel and station transfers. See trafalgar.com for details.

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ark and ruise to tunnin ykonos eavin t e vibrant citysca e of At ens, we arrive in Mykonos – the island of fun, wit its c arismatic windin alleyways lined by w itewas ed ouses, bri t ink bou ainvillea clad walls and t e windmills t at stand im osin ly overlookin t e tiny port. Soak up laid-back island life and enjoy t e avours of local seafood dis es. (B, L, D)

Continue to Ancient Ephesus and Patmos Arrive early in Kusadasi, Turkey for your complimentary Shore Experience to the ancient settlement of Ephesus. Continue your cruise to Patmos, where you can relax on the beac , or consider an tional erience to the 11th-century Monastery of St. John. (B, L, D)

ruise to eraklion and on to antorini Wake t is mornin in eraklion, on t e island of Crete, join a complimentary Shore Experience to the palace of Knossos. Continue to the volcanic island of Santorini, where you could e lore t e villa e of ia on a S ore Experience. Later, witness one of the most beautiful sunsets in the Mediterranean. (B, L, D)

ise ark in thens T is mornin , disembark from your cruise ship and rejoin the trip. (B, D)

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Italian Holiday 7 Days

2 Countries

From A$2295

10 Meals

Visit the Vatican before the crowds, journey through Tuscan landscapes and cruise along the canals of Venice. You'll also encounter the Renaissance highlights of Florence and the Leaning Tower of Pisa.

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• Explore Rome and Florence with a Local Specialist • Discover Venice, Verona and Pisa • Visit St. Peter's Basilica, the Sistine Chapel and the Colosseum in Rome and a lassblowin factory in enice • View t e ancient sites of ome, t e By antine St. ark s Basilica, t e eanin Tower of isa and Santa Croce Basilica and the Duomo in Florence • Scenic Cruise by rivate launc to St. ark s Square in enice

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Ciao Rome ndul e all your senses in t e im erial city of Rome, your introduction to a memorable encounter wit taly w ic will ave you returnin for more. S end your afternoon rela in after your ourney, or e lore t e ancient city streets before oinin your Travel irector and travel com anions for a Welcome ece tion. T is evenin , we take an orientation drive ast ome s most ma nificent si ts w ic we will ave an o ortunity to e lore tomorrow. (WR) Hotel: Cicerone

Explore Ancient Rome and the Vatican City Our encounter wit ome be ins in t e oly See as we visit the Vatican Museums in the company of a Local Specialist to admire the masterpieces that have been collected by o es t rou out t e centuries. Gainin riority early admission, we admire t e ma nificent frescoed ceilin in the Sistine Chapel when it is less crowded and visit St. eter s Basilica, t e reatest cat edral in C ristendom, to see ic elan elo s sorrowful iet . Crossin t e Tiber, we venture into Ancient ome to visit t e im osin Colosseum and view Circus a imus, once t e site of tremendous c ariot races. S end a leisurely afternoon e lorin ome. Admire t e S anis Ste s or toss a coin in t e Trevi ountain to secure your s eedy return. (B)

All Roads Lead to Rome We oin a Local Specialist today to delve into the rich medieval and Renaissance istory of lorence. ur si tseein tour will take us to ia a della Si noria wit its im ressive scul tures and im osin palazzi. We ll wander t rou t e narrow streets and encounter t e multi coloured marble Duomo and famous Baptistery, then view the almost 00 year old onte ecc io. Admire t is s ectacular feat of en ineerin datin from t e iddle A es and today lined wit ewellers. Continuin our ourney t rou mbria and t e valley of t e Tiber iver, we return to ome w ere our oliday concludes. Toast to a memorable trip with newfound friends at a Farewell inner. (B, FD) Hotel: Grand Tiberio Farewell Rome After breakfast, it s time to say a fond arrivederci to Rome, Italy and your travel companions as you return home with wonderful memories of this ma nificent destination. ind out more about your free air ort transfer at trafal ar.com/freetransfers. (B)

Admire Pisa and on to Florence isa s N SC listed Square of iracles is our first sto today w ere we will ave t e o ortunity to view t e eanin Tower before arrivin in lorence. lore t e birt lace of t e Renaissance and home to the Medici dynasty, whose penchant for beautiful art and architecture created one of t e cultural centres of t e world. Toni t we Connect With Locals at a Be My Guest e erience set a ainst t e backdro of Tuscan vineyards and olive roves. (B, BMG, ) Hotel: Grand Mediterraneo

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ourney to the loatin ity of enice T is mornin , we venture nort t rou t e valley of t e Tiber into t e reen and olden landsca es of mbria. We ass t e illto towns of rte and rvieto, travellin t rou Tuscany s terraced olive roves and t e A ennine ountains bound for enice, t e ueen of t e Adriatic . (B, D) Hotel: Novotel Mestre Castellana Onwards to Verona We cruise by private launch to the city s most rominent si ts, includin views of t e Brid e of Si s, St. ark s Square, St. ark s Basilica and t e ornate o e s alace. Dive Into Culture witnessin first and t e intricate craft of lassblowin . T en, soak u t e a eantry and ele ance of enice before continuin to erona, ome of S akes eare s ill fated lovers omeo and Juliet, w ere we ll s end t e ni t. (B, ) Hotel: Leopardi

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Rome and Tuscan Highlights 9 Days

2 Countries

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An idyllic Italian retreat, bringing all your Tuscan dreams and Rome highlights to life. When you're not spending time with sisters Sandra and Antonella on their agriturismo overlooking vineyards, you'll get to delve into the life of Da Vinci and soak up the healing waters of Montecatini spa.

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ITALY MONTECATINI

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Pisa

Vinci

San Gimignano

Florence

Your Must-See Highlights • VIP Admission to the Vatican Museums

Siena

• Explore Rome, Vinci, Florence and Pisa with a Local Specialist • Discover Siena and San Gimi nano

• Visit St. Peter's Basilica and the Sistine Chapel in Rome and the Leonardiano Museum in Vinci

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• View t e ancient sites of ome includin the Colosseum, Santa Croce Basilica and the uomo in lorence and t e eanin Tower of Pisa

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Welcome to Rome Ciao Roma! 'The Eternal City' o ens its doors for an unfor ettable At eisure aunt t rou Tuscany and two millennia of culture, istory and fiery talian verve. S end t e afternoon e lorin t e city before meetin your Travel irector and fellow travellers for a Welcome ece tion. mbark on an orientation drive ast ome s iconic and une ected i li ts, includin views of t e Colosseum and Circus a imus, once t e site of e ilaratin c ariot races w ic attracted t ousands of ent usiastic s ectators. (WR) Hotel: Barceló Occidental Aurelia

and s o in for locally roduced delicacies and and ainted Tuscan ottery t e allurin aromas of ecorino and cured meats can be found around every turn. (B) 7

Tuscan Lifestyle Experience Feast your eyes on t e vibrant colours and busy stalls eavin wit fresh produce at a local food market where you will join a Local Specialist professional chef for a tasty introduction to Tuscan cuisine. (B, L)

Journey to the Tuscan Hills ur ourney t rou ome be ins in t e centre of C ristendom, w ere we join a Local Specialist on an included si tseein tour to visit St. eter s Basilica and ic elan elo s muc admired iet . T is afternoon, we en oy a leisurely drive t rou t e scenic Tuscan ills to t e t ermal s a resort of ontecatini, t e lar est and most famous spa town in Italy and your home for the next si ni ts. (B) Hotel: Columbia

Discover Pisa and Vinci Journey to isa w ere we join a Local Specialist to view t e famous eanin Tower, t e finely scul ted marble Cat edral and t e ornate Ba tistery, said to be t e lar est in taly. We continue t rou Tuscany, arrivin in inci w ere we'll Dive Into Culture with a Local Specialist at Museo eonardiano and ain a dee er understandin of t e life of t is talented master. Admire eonardo da inci s mac ines and models, is sketc es and andwritten notes, as well as interactive e ibits durin your visit. Toni t, Connect With Locals at t e A riturismo Bor o i na ecc ia w ere you ll en oy dinner at an exclusive Be My Guest e erience surrounded by vineyards and olive roves. (B, BMG, , ) to iena and an i i nano Saunter t rou t e beautifully reserved medieval city of Siena to see t e 3th century marble Cat edral and t e s ell s a ed ia a del Cam o w ic osts t e biannual alio orse race. We venture to t e walled medieval town of San Gimi nano, renowned for its towers. n oy some free time strollin t rou its narrow lanes

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Explore Renaissance Florence Your Local Specialist will reveal t e istory of enaissance lorence durin your walkin tour. iew t e ma nificent uomo and visit ia a della Si noria. er a s in your free time walk across t e onte ecc io brid e, one of t e city s most famous landmarks, lined wit oldsmit s and ewellers. T is is a le acy of t e th century decree w ic mandated t at only ewellers and oldsmit s be allowed to ly t eir trade on t e brid e. (B, D) Montecatini Your Way You have a full free day to relax in t e soot in waters of ontecatini T ermal S a or oin an tional erience to Cinque Terre, w ose astel ued villa es clin to t e ru ed i urian cli s. (B)

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Lunch with Chef Libero. Taste sun ri ened tomatoes and t e fres est erbs wit a Tuscan local in a lorence market, before makin asta t e talian way and sam lin your own creations. ead more at trafal ar.com.

Onwards to Rome and the Vatican City e artin Tuscany, we travel sout to ome. T is evenin , we Dive Into Culture at a Farewell Dinner amidst the stunnin oman and Ancient Greek artistry. We ll ave access to t e museum before dinner and oin a Local Specialist later for a uided evenin tour of t e atican useums, includin a visit to ic elan elo s ma nificent frescoed ceilin in t e Sistine C a el w en it is less crowded. (B, FD, ) Hotel: Barceló ran ante na

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Northern Italy including Cinque Terre 8 Days

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he talian iviera eets taly s eautiful ake istrict on a gour et filled encounter ith the north and its any treasures. ll you need to do is live the high life on this ost epic of orthern taly trips filled ith tales of pirates and princes and the avours of prosciutto and par igiano.

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Italian Lakes

LAKE MAGGIORE

MILAN

PARMA

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Cinque Terre

• VIP Admission to the Botanical Gardens on Isola Madre

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LA SPEZIA

• Explore Milan, Parma, Cinque Terre and Genoa with a Local Specialist • Discover Stresa on ake a

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• Visit a rosciutto factory near an irano, c eese factory in ontec iaru olo and Cinque Terre • View the Cathedral and La Scala Opera House in Milan and the Renaissance Palaces in Genoa • Scenic Cruise to Isola Madre and Cinque Terre

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Welcome to Milan mbrace t e lamour of ilan, your introduction to t e si ts and sounds of nort ern taly. S end t e day e lorin t is stylis city, ome to many of t e most renowned fas ion ouses in t e world. ater, oin your fellow travellers and Travel irector for a Welcome ece tion, evenin orientation drive and hint of the friendship and adventures to come. (WR) Hotel: Starhotels Tourist Discover Fashionable Milan Wander t rou t e so isticated streets of ilan oinin your Local Specialist on a tour that will reveal the city's iconic and une ected i li ts. See t e Got ic Cat edral, lass domed Galleria and a Scala era ouse, one of t e finest o era ouses in t e world. T en it s time to pound the pavements and see Milan your way. Your Travel Director will share their personal favourites. Consider a visit to the medieval fortress of Sforza Castle to admire t e ma nificent artistry of da inci and ic elan elo, includin t e famous statue of t e iet ondanini. r don t miss an o ortunity to oin today s tional erience visit to ake Como for a cruise ast some of t e re ion s most lamorous lakeside properties. (B) Journey to Parma eavin so isticated ilan be ind, today is t e day to treat your taste buds. Gourmands will adore our Dive Into Culture visit to a prosciutto ( am) factory near an irano. T ere s time for a oto sto at Torrec iara fortress, erc ed i above t e arma alley, before arrivin at a family run a i i where we'll learn the ancient craft of armigia ggia cheese production erfected since t e 00s. n arrival in arma, continue your day of tastin and feastin , dee enin your knowled e of arma s foodie erita e at an tional erience dinner of local s ecialties aired with Italian wine. (B, ) otel ina aria ui ia

avour the est talian avours. erience first and t e le endary c eeses and hams for which the beloved Italian astronomic ots ot of arma is world renowned. iscover more at trafal ar.com.

le endary cuisine, before eadin to a S e ia on t e talian iviera. Slow it ri t down t is evenin , takin in t e tranquil seaside settin as you walk alon its retty romenade, wit an evenin to do as you wis . (B) Hotel: NH La Spezia 5

Admire Colourful Cinque Terre Today we explore t e dramatic coastal settin of N SC listed Cinque Terre on an included full day e cursion. T e dee blue i urian Sea rovides a stunnin backdro for t e e anse of astel inks, yellows and oran es t at clin to t e ru ed seaside cli s. Startin in orto enere, we ll travel alon t e coast by boat, oinin a Local Specialist w o will s are ow t e re ion s isolated position protected it from pirates in years one by. eturnin to our otel in a S e ia, we ll en oy dinner wit our fellow travellers, s arin stories of t e ma nificent cli side villa es we ve s ent t e day admirin . (B, D) to enoa and ake a iore The maritime city of Genoa and birt lace of Columbus is your first sto today as you oin a Local Specialist for a uided walkin tour to view t e city s ma estic enaissance and Baroque arc itecture. isit ia Garibaldi, t e istoric centre of Genoa lined by ancient alaces, and en oy time for lunc in t e city centre, er a s sam lin some of t e local focaccia before continuin to ake a iore. Set a ainst t e backdro of t e Sout ern Al s, t e quiet s ores of t is lake are your ome for t e ne t two ni ts, as t ey are for many well eeled locals. ater, you could c oose to oin an tional erience to one of t e Borromean slands sola Bella, w ic includes a visit inside t e aristocratic Borromeo alace and its or eous terraced ardens. (B) Hotel: Simplon/Grand Dino

ake a iore our Way a u entle lakeside livin durin a full day s ent at leisure in t is icture erfect settin . S end t e day rela in or take an al ine train ourney to see t e ma nificent anoramic views of t e nort . T is evenin , we cross t e tranquil waters of a iore to secluded sola adre in t e middle of t e lake. isit t e icturesque sola adre Botanical Gardens with its rare plants before you Connect With Locals at a Be My Guest e erience wit Si nor Telli. This private Piedmontese Farewell Dinner at La iratera, a restaurant oused in a converted 00 year old tower, is filled wit ca tivatin tales of T e irate sland and ow Telli s randmot er came to o en her restaurant in 1937 at the request of a local prince wantin to entertain s in rivate. (B, BMG, )

Farewell Italy W ile your oliday as come to an end, t e s ecial memories made wit new friends will lin er lon after you return ome. Say farewell to your Travel Director as you prepare to take your transfer from your hotel in Baveno to Milan Malpensa airport for your onward ourney ome. ind out more about your free air ort transfer at trafal ar.com/freetransfers. (B)

Onwards to the Italian Riviera Beyond its obvious attraction as a aven for foodies, arma is also a fascinatin istoric centre w ic you ll come to discover t is mornin wit your Local Specialist. Learn all about its history as a Roman settlement and medieval tradin ub, includin suc si ts as t e ia a Garibaldi, t e site of a oman orum 2,000 years a o. ou ll ave some free time for lunc er a s indul in one last time in t e city s

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Best of the Italian Lakes 9 Days

1 Country

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Discover the Italians' favourite holiday haunt on this irresistible Italian Lakes trip. Linger over a sweet gelato on the shores of Lake Maggiore, sample the delights of salty prosciutto and parmigiano, then ease into the easy-going local way of life in enchanting lakeside villages.

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LAKE GARDA

Verona

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Modena

Your Must-See Highlights • Explore Verona and Modena with a Local Specialist • Discover Ber amo and ilan

ITALY

• Visit ake a iore, ake Como and ake Garda, antua and t e n o errari useum in Modena • View t e ia a del uomo in Ber amo, Juliet s Balcony and t e oman Arena in erona, t e Cat edral in odena and t e uomo and a Scala era ouse in ilan

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ourney fro ilan to ake a iore The favourite summer retreat for the who's who of Italy for centuries rovides an enc antin backdro for your first day in taly. Air ort transfers will be rovided at set times from Milan Malpensa Airport to your hotel in the c armin resort of Baveno on t e s ores of ake a iore. n oy a Welcome ece tion t is evenin to meet your fellow travel companions and Travel irector before embarkin on your At eisure aunt. (WR) Hotel: Simplon/Grand Dino

Admire Beautiful Lake Como Journey t rou Italy's exquisite Lake District to scenic Lake Como. Walk alon t e beautiful Como waterfront or rela by t e lake indul in in a tasty g la . Then it's time to ease into la d l i a, amblin alon t e lamorous Baveno arina t e entle sounds of t is lakeside settin are a soulful way to en oy your afternoon. S end free time e lorin Baveno wit its omanesque bell tower and octa onal ba tistery. (B)

Discover the Treasures of Mantua A leisurely start to your day could see you en oy a quiet co ee overlookin t e lake. ater today, you ll embark on a alf day e cursion to antua, a uro ean Ca ital of Gastronomy . Surrounded by lakes, t is istoric city wit its N SC listed centre is a deli t to e lore as you ll come to discover durin your visit. See arc itectural treasures and artefacts, ele ant alaces and enaissance citysca es before returnin to t e icturesque lakeside settin of ake Garda. (B)

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Continue to Lake Garda T e enc antin lanes of Ber amo, near t e foot ills of t e Al s, yield architectural and artistic treasures which we will ave an o ortunity to e lore t is mornin . Wander past centuries-old Renaissance façades and into the e quisite ia a ecc ia built on t e site of an ancient Roman forum. See the ornate Contarini Fountain and 12th century Santa aria a iore Basilica. We continue our love a air wit t e talian akes, travellin to ake Garda for a rela in five ni t stay. T is evenin , we i L al at a e erience featurin local fare wit t e Serenelli family. earn about t eir local istory over dinner and the formation of the Red Cross as you explore their farm. (B, BMG, ) Hotel: Oliveto Explore Verona omance is in t e air as we ourney to erona and Juliet s balcony, t e settin for S akes eare s tra ic tale of star crossed lovers. ur walkin tour wit a L al S iali will take us past the oman arena, still in use today, followed by some free time to explore the city alone. See the seven medieval towers of Castelvecchio, relax under the shady trees in erona s e ansive ia a Bra or clamber u amberti s Tower for ma nificent views. (B)

Admire Ferraris in Modena S arklin ambrusco, salty r i and the intense aromas of armigia await in t e astronomic ub of odena, w ic we explore today in the company of a L al S iali . Wander ast astel ued fa ades in odena s ld Town into t e ma nificent ia a Grande w ic , alon wit its 2th-century cathedral and Torre Civica, as been desi nated a N SC World erita e Site. Sam le t e into icatin avours, includin t eir world famous balsamic vine ar, of a city t at was t e birt lace of errari and avarotti and is ome to ic elin Star restaurants and tortellini. ur ourmet interlude nearin its end, we ll i l r and visit t e n o errari useum. T is evenin , we en oy a leisurely dinner at our hotel. (B, D, )

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Onwards to Milan In search of spires that reach the sky, we leave our tranquil lakeside settin be ind for the chic northern capital of Milan. Admire the e traordinary Got ic uomo, a Scala era ouse and 19th century Galleria wit its im ressive lass and iron domed roof. n oy t e rest of t e afternoon at leisure to ostle wit t e ambitious ilanese for your spot on the runways of Via Montenapoleone, Via della S i a and ia Sant Andrea. T is evenin we indul e in a arewell inner, oinin our fellow travellers to celebrate t e end of an e quisite oliday to et er. (B, FD) Hotel: Starhotels Business Palace

Farewell Italy ur leisurely oliday t rou t e talian Lakes has come to an end. We say arri d r i to Italy and our newfound friends. ind out more about your free air ort transfer at trafal ar.com/freetransfers. (B)

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Lake Garda Your Way ndul e in a full day at leisure to soak u t e icture erfect settin of taly s lar est lake. Journey alon its tranquil s ores, sto in at lakeside villa es to savour t e into icatin aroma of lemons around every turn. n oy t e avours of delicious local olive oils and c eese at local markets, stroll alon ower lined lakeside paths or visit the lake's extraordinary si ts. er a s oin an tional erience to t e olomite mountain ran e, a World erita e Site com risin eaks over 0,000 feet i . (B)

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Gladiators, Gondolas and Gold 10 Days

2 Countries

14 Meals

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Buckle up for a travel adventure, all the highlights and some surprises on this most exciting of Italy family trips. Learn how to make pizza like a local, discover your inner artists as you make your own Carnival mask in Venice and dine with a count on his Tuscan estate.

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Your Must-See Highlights VIP ADMISSION to the Vatican Museums

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ome, lorence, Bolo na and enice wit a Local Specialist

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Welcome to Rome Ciao Roma! Feast your eyes and your stomach on the 'Eternal City' – the launch pad for an unfor ettable adventure wit la amiglia. Tread in t e footste s of t e ancients before meetin wit your Travel irector and fellow travellers for a icko arty t at will rock ome. (KP) Hotel: Crowne Plaza St. Peter’s

in a refres in g la t an in t e city w ere it was invented. Toni t we Connect With Locals oinin Count Miari Fulcis and his family for a Be My Guest e erience, en oyin delicious s ecialities a ainst t e backdro of icture erfect olive roves and vineyards on t eir 5th century estate in t e Tuscan hills. Salute! (B, BMG, , )

Explore Ancient Rome and the Vatican City Join a Local Specialist to delve into centuries of istory and culture, includin a uided tour of t e atican useums. Ga e u at t e wonder of ic elan elo s frescoed ceilin in t e Sistine C a el and e lore t e Cat olic s rine of St. eter s Basilica. enture across t e Tiber to t e Colosseum ima inin a time w en brave warriors fou t to t e t underous roar of thousands. (B)

Venture to a Gladiator School Book your s ot on t e odium. t s time to become a ladiator for t e day. ou ll learn ow to wield a ladiator s sword and ain insi ts into military tec niques wit an e ert. T is afternoon, you ll ave some free time to e lore t e city wit t e family. er a s count t e S anis Ste s or toss a coin into t e Trevi ountain to secure your s eedy return to ome. T en it s time for a c eesy Family Fun a air as we Dive Into Culture and learn ow to make aut entic talian i a, s arin a tasty slice or two of our culinary master ieces wit our loved ones. (B, RD, )

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Enjoy Pisa and on to Florence Set your watc to talian time and embark on a scenic drive nort t rou Tuscany s olden fields. Sto in isa to visit t e N SC World erita e Site ia a del uomo to sna a selfie in front of t e famous eanin Tower. Carry on to t e enaissance city of lorence, our ome for t e ne t t ree ni ts. (B) Hotel: Grand Mediterraneo

Discover Art and Architecture in Florence The e quisite si ts of lorence are brou t to life on a walkin tour in t e e ert com any of a Local Specialist. See t e ma nificent Got ic uomo and famous Ba tistery before marvellin at ic elan elo s statue of avid at t e Academy of ine Arts. W ere better to Dive Into Culture and indul e

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Florence Your Way ou ave a full day at leisure to en oy t is remarkable enaissance city. lorence is a livin museum t at you can e lore on foot. er a s oin an tional erience to t e Town of Towers San Gimi nano. (B) enture to olo na and n ards to enice Sto and smell t e ric aromas of Bolo nese sauce, s endin t e mornin wit a Local Specialist to e lore t e medieval city of Bolo na. T en it s ust a o , ski and a um to t e island city of enice. iscover t e ueen of t e Adriatic from t e comfort of one of its traditional ondolas on an tional erience. (B, D) Hotel: Novotel Mestre Castellana Cruise The Canals of Venice Dive Into Culture and witness first and t e e quisite tradition of enetian lassblowin . Time for Family Fun as you learn about t e art of craftin Carnival masks, before cruisin to bustlin St. ark s Square on a rivate launc . iew t e famous Brid e of Si s, so named for t e sound condemned risoners made at catc in t eir last lim se of beautiful enice, t e e quisite o e s alace, St. ark s Basilica and t e Cam anile. T e afternoon is yours to e lore o in searc of t e cosiest trattoria in town. (B, )

Experience Venice’s Food Market Navi atin t e bustlin canals to t e ialto Brid e, we embrace t e si ts and sounds of enice from t e water before we Dive Into Culture and savour t e avours of taly durin a visit to an ancient food market. We delve into t e idden i li ts of enice durin a Small Grou Si tseein walkin tour, workin u an a etite for our arewell unc at a local restaurant. (B, FL, )

Journey Home ur unfor ettable ourney to et er as come to an end. All t at s left to say is a earty arrivederci as you re are to return ome wit fantastic s ared memories. ind out more about your free air ort transfer at trafal ar.com/freetransfers. (B)

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Italian Discovery 10 Days

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All the iconic Italian cities and some lesser-known treasures like Turin and Ferrara are yours to discover during an epic 10 days in Italy. Learn why Rome was once the centre of western civilisation, raise a glass to la bella vita in uscany and sa ple all those fa ous foodie avours of ologna.

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• VIP Admission to the Vatican Museums • Explore ome, lorence, ilan, Bolo na and Assisi with a Local Specialist

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• Discover Turin and Venice • Visit St. Peter's Basilica, the Sistine Chapel and t e Colosseum in ome, a lassblowin factory in Venice, the medieval city of Ferrara and the Basilica of St. Francis in Assisi • View the ancient sites of Rome, Santa Croce Basilica and the Duomo in Florence, t e eanin Tower of isa, ake Como, t e Cathedral and La Scala Opera House in Milan, the Roman Arena and Juliet's Balcony in erona, St. ark s Basilica in enice and t e issin Towers in Bolo na • Scenic Cruise by rivate launc to St. ark s Square in enice

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Ciao Rome Tread in the footsteps of emperors and slaves your first encounter wit into icatin taly is t e ternal City and its lorious ast w ic you will ave an o ortunity to e lore on your own before oinin your Travel irector and fellow travellers for a Welcome ece tion. T is evenin , we en oy an enc antin antipasto of our talian iscovery durin an orientation drive past some of the city's most famous si ts. (WR) Hotel: Villafranca Discover Ancient Rome and the Vatican City Our e loration of ome be ins at t e atican useums w ere we ave riority admission, allowin entry to view t e master ieces collected by o es t rou out the centuries. Dive Into Culture durin an included si tseein tour wit a Local Specialist, admire ic elan elo s ma nificent frescoed ceilin in t e Sistine C a el and visit St. eter s Basilica to see is famous iet . Crossin t e Tiber, we venture to Ancient Rome to see where hundreds of thousands of spectators would c eer c ariot riders to victory at Circus a imus, followed by a visit to t e im osin Colosseum. S end t e rest of t e afternoon e lorin t e ma nificent si ts of w at was once t e ca ital of t e world, or kick back in a piazza soakin u t e aromas of fine co ee w ile you watc t e world o by. (B, )

city durin an orientation drive w ic will reveal t e im ressive Castello del alentino and o iver, t e lon est in taly. (B) Hotel: Concord 5

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Onwards to Florence Today we drive nort t rou rollin Tuscan landsca es to t e enaissance city of lorence. Beauty and artistry see t rou t e walls of t e city s e quisite palazzi, c urc es and brid es. mbark on a walkin tour wit our Local Specialist and visit t e ia a della Si noria t en admire t e e quisite marble uomo and Ba tistery featurin beautiful bron e doors wit relief scul tures. S end t e rest of t e afternoon e lorin t e fine art and arc itecture of lorence. T is evenin , we Connect With Locals durin dinner at a Be My Guest e erience with Count Miari Fulcis on his 15th century or anic olive oil estate in the Tuscan hills. (B, BMG, ) Hotel: Ambasciatori

Journey to Lake Como and Milan We leave Turin and continue to the Italian lakes for a stop at Lake Como. Then it's on to the economic powerhouse that is ilan, w ere we ll en oy a walkin tour wit a Local Specialist to e lore t e city s s ectacular si ts. We view t e ornate uomo, one of t e randest Got ic cat edrals in t e world, t e ancient Galleria s o in arcade and t e celebrated a Scala era ouse. T is evenin , oin your com anions for a delicious e ional inner at a local restaurant. (B, RD) Hotel: Starhotels Business Palace to istoric erona and enice Shakespeare's star crossed lovers feature on our sto in erona w ere we ll view Juliet s Balcony and t e first century ancient oman arena still in use today. Crossin t e eneto lains, we arrive in w at was once t e aunt of Casanova and arco olo, enc antin enice. (B, D) Hotel: Viktoria Palace Lido plore the loatin ity Dive Into Culture and witness first and t e e quisite tradition of enetian lassblowin a tradition t at s ans centuries. Board a rivate launc and cruise to t e ateway of enice, St. ark s Square our introduction to suc si ts as t e o e s alace and t e By antine Basilica. n oy free time to e lore enice. Wander t rou t e labyrint ine alleys, over its brid es and into quiet squares. (B, ) ontinue to eautiful olo na isit t e enaissance city of errara before arrivin in Bolo na er a s more famous for its ourmet ac ievements t an bein t e site of t e oldest university in uro e. Join a Local Specialist to e lore t e si ts, includin Ne tune s fountain, t e issin Towers and ia a a iore. f course, a visit to t e ome of tortellini, mortadella, ta liatelle and ra would be incom lete wit out takin time to sam le its delicious cuisine. Buon appetito! (B) Hotel: Best Western Plus Tower

Venture to Assisi on the Return to Rome Today, we cross t e dramatic A ennine ountains to t e mystical town of Assisi. Come face to face wit t e le acy of St. rancis, founder of t e ranciscan rder, durin a walkin tour of is ome town wit a Local Specialist. isit t e Basilica of St. rancis and see is tomb, before returnin to ome ast t e scenic ill town of rte. Toni t, we celebrate a ourney of discovery t rou taly durin a arewell inner wit our com anions and Travel Director. (B, FD) Hotel: A.Roma Lifestyle

Farewell Rome ur ourney to et er as come to an end so for now it's a fond arrivederci to your newfound friends at t e end of your memorable talian oliday. ind out more about your free air ort transfer at trafal ar.com/freetransfers. (B)

Admire Pisa and on to Turin A s ort ourney brin s us to isa and its Square of iracles, ome to t e famous eanin Tower, ornate Ba tistery and Cat edral. We continue nort wards, ast t e marble quarries of Carrara and t e resort ubs of ortofino, a allo and Genoa in i uria before arrivin in so isticated Turin. T is afternoon, we venture t rou t e rand boulevards of t is aristocratic Connect With Locals WR Welcome Reception B Breakfast

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Great Italian Cities 10 Days

2 Countries

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13 Meals

Rome, Florence and Venice are the stars of the show on the most incredible of Italy trips. This unforgettable trio features visits to food markets, ancient Roman ruins and the artistry of great masters. But that's not all, as you'll also get to dine with an Italian family in their beautiful Tuscan villa.

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Assisi

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• VIP Admission to the Vatican Museums • Explore Rome, Assisi, Florence, Pisa, Bolo na and enice wit a ocal S ecialist

Castel Gandolfo

POMPEII OPTIONAL EXPERIENCE Available on Day 3

• Visit t e Sistine C a el and St. eter s Basilica in ome, t e illa Barberini Gardens in Castel Gandolfo, t e Basilica of St. rancis in Assisi and a lassblowin factory in enice • View t e Colosseum and orum in ome, Santa Croce Basilica and t e uomo in lorence, t e eanin Tower of isa and St. ark s Basilica in enice • Scenic Cruise by rivate launc to St. ark s Square in enice

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Welcome to Rome ick o your bellissimo journey t rou t e cities of taly in ome. Join your travel companions and Travel Director for a Welcome ece tion. our introduction to la dolce vita be ins with a short walk to see the Colosseum and the orum. (WR) Hotel: Grand Palatino Explore Ancient Rome and the Vatican City Embark on a very special included Dive Into Culture si tseein tour wit your Local Specialist at the atican t is mornin . Ski t e queue and wander t rou its useums and t e Sistine C a el, t en visit St eter s Basilica. Continue to t e ontifical Villas of Castel Gandolfo where you'll enjoy a tour of its ardens and lunc in its beautiful surrounds before returnin to ome. (B, L, )

ornate Ba tistery and t e Cam osanto, built on sacred soil brou t back from t e oly and durin t e Crusades. ater, Connect With Locals over dinner at an e clusive Be My Guest e erience, oinin t e andi family at t eir ome near lorence, set wit in a arden of oak trees a ainst t e backdro of Tuscan vineyards and olive roves w ere t ey roduce olive oil and wine. (B, BMG, ) 7

Explore the Pope's summer residence. Be one of t e rivile ed few to visit t e stunnin Castel Gandolfo and e lore its ele ant ardens overlookin a lake. earn more at trafal ar.com.

Cruise Venice’s Canals Dive Into Culture and ain insi ts into t e delicate enetian art of lassblowin . Cruise by rivate launc to St. ark s Square to admire t e Brid e of Si s, Customs ouse, St. ark s Basilica and t e ornate o e s alace. S end t e rest of t e afternoon at leisure. (B, ) Experience Venice’s Food Market Take a leisurely stroll from our otel alon t e canals to t e famous ialto Brid e wit a Local Specialist. n oy a uided Small Grou Si tseein walkin tour, w ic brin s all t e avours of taly to life at a centuries old food market. our love a air wit taly s ca itals comes to an end t is evenin at a arewell inner. (B, FD) Farewell Venice Say a fond arrivederci to Italy and newfound friends. ind out more about your free air ort transfer at trafal ar.com/freetransfers. (B)

Rome Your Way n oy a full free day to e lore ome your way or consider an tional erience delvin into t e tra ic istory of om eii w en you e lore a oman city fro en in time by t e devastatin eru tion of ount esuvius. our Local Specialist will brin ancient Roman history to life before you return to ome, assin t e Abbey of ontecassino, t e site of an e ic battle in . (B)

Admire Assisi and on to Florence Head to the birt lace of St. rancis of Assisi w ere your Local Specialist will take you to t e Basilica of St. rancis and to see Giotto s enc antin frescoes. ater, we continue to lorence. (B) Hotel: Grand Mediterraneo

Discover Renaissance Florence Enjoy a leisurely encounter with the artistic and architectural marvels of lorence durin your walkin tour wit a Local Specialist. isit t e strikin ia a della Si noria, see t e multi coloured marble uomo and Ba tistery, t en view onte ecc io. ou ll ave t e rest of t e day to discover lorence your way, er a s continuin your e loration of its istoric centre or admirin t e artistic contribution of t e edici family at every turn. overs of art may wis to oin an tional erience to t e Academy of ine Arts to see ic elan elo s collection, includin is master iece, avid. (B)

ourney to olo na and enice Travel north to Bolo na, er a s best known for t e delicious asta sauce t at bears its name. our si tseein tour wit a Local Specialist includes views of t e issin Towers w ic lean towards eac ot er, seemin ly oised to embrace. T en it s o to enice for an evenin at leisure. T ere s no better way to e lore t e city t an on its canals and an o tional ondola and t is Grand Canal e erience is t e erfect end to t e evenin . (B) Hotel: Principe

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Travel Director Tip W en in enice, look for riulane sli ers on sale around t e ialto Bridge s o ing district. T ese sli ers, w ic emulate t e s lendours of enetian o ulence of t e t century, are made from rich velvet fabric in an assortment of traditional enetian colours. Lisa Bottazzo

Uncover Pisa’s Treasures Cross t e Arno alley to Pisa and join a Local Specialist to visit t e Square of iracles, ome to t e incredible eanin Tower and beautifully scul ted marble Cat edral. See t e Connect With Locals WR Welcome Reception B Breakfast

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Contrasts of Italy 10 Days

2 Countries

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All aboard this exhilarating journey to Italy's iconic cities of Rome, Florence and Venice. Spend 10 days in Italy conjuring up gladiators and chariots in Rome, shop until you drop on Florence's ancient Ponte Vecchio and strike a pose in Pisa before discovering the secrets of Venice on foot like a local.

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ROME

• VIP Admission to the Vatican Museums • Explore Rome, Florence, Pisa and Venice with a Local Specialist • Visit St. Peter's Basilica, the Sistine Chapel and the Colosseum in Rome, the Academy of ine Arts in lorence and a lassblowin factory in Venice • View the ancient sites in Rome, the Santa Croce Basilica and the Duomo in Florence, t e eanin Tower of isa and St. ark s Basilica in Venice • Scenic Cruise by rivate launc to St. ark s Square in enice

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Welcome to Rome Benvenuti a Roma, w ere we be in our e citin ourney t rou some of taly s most beautiful cities. S end time rela in after your travels or take a walk down memory lane, tracin centuries of art, antiquities and culture before oinin your travel companions and Travel Director for a Welcome ece tion and orientation drive t rou ome s into icatin citysca e. (WR) Hotel: Grand Palatino Explore Ancient Rome and the Vatican City We visit t e centre of C ristianity t is mornin , oinin a Local Specialist for a si tseein tour w ic includes a visit to St. eter s Basilica to see t e iet . ur ne t sto is in Ancient ome w ere we ll visit t e Colosseum and see t e Circus a imus before returnin to t e oly See. Dive Into Culture and ain riority admission to t e atican Museums where a Local Specialist will take us on a uided tour of t e Sistine C a el and t e useo Gre oriano Profano, followed by an al fresco dinner a ainst t e s ectacular backdro of St. eter s. (B, RD, )

A riturismo Bor o i na ecc ia w ere you ll en oy an exclusive Be My Guest experience surrounded by vineyards and olive roves. T is evenin , stroll alon the Arno River in search of the perfect g la , see the beautifully lit Duomo or visit a cosy enoteca for some wine tastin . (B, BMG, ) 6

An exclusive dinner at the Vatican Museums. Go behind the scenes like few others do for a private meal amidst the works of reat masters and centuries of istory. ead more at trafal ar.com.

Rome Your Way n oy a full free day in ome or consider s endin t e day in beautiful Tivoli. Join an tional erience to see t e e quisite ouse and ardens of the 16th century illa d ste a marvellous e am le of Renaissance landscape architecture. As the sun sets over the seven hills of Rome, watch the beautiful people at the S anis Ste s, or admire t e Trevi ountain, tossin a coin to secure your return to Rome. (B) ourney y i h peed rain to lorence Sit back on t e i s eed train and watc t e Tuscan landsca e o by, bound for lorence. Join a Local Specialist on a walkin tour to ain insi ts into t e city s enaissance treasures. iew t e onte ecc io, almost 00 years old and lined wit oldsmit s, then visit the Fine Arts Academy to see one of ic elan elo s master ieces, t e statue of avid. ur love a air wit lorence continues as we stroll to t e ia a della Si noria, featurin ala o ecc io and t e i i Gallery. (B) Hotel: Ambasciatori

Discover Renaissance Florence Today is yours to discover t e beauty and ele ance of lorence a city filled wit e quisite alleries, lus ardens and opulent palaces. Consider a visit to the hilltop town of San Gimi nano, t e medieval an attan of Tuscany. enture outside t e city to see Tuscan villa es and taste rich panforte and tortas, or shop for the latest fas ions in lorence s so isticated boutiques. T is evenin , consider oinin an tional erience in Chianti for a delicious Tuscan dinner. (B) ravel y i h peed rain to enice All aboard t e e ress train for enice. We cross t e s ectacular A enines and fertile eneto lain before arrivin in t is island city. Get lost t is afternoon, wanderin its narrow lanes in search of a cosy bacaro, peoplewatc in St. ark s Square, or take an unfor ettable ondola ride alon t e city s enc antin canals. (B) Hotel: Principe Cruise the Canals of Venice T is mornin , we Dive Into Culture, witnessin first and t e centuries old craft of lassmakin on t e island of Giudecca. Breat e in the salty sea air as you board a private launch and cruise to St. ark s Square to see t e Brid e of Si s, alladian C urc es, t e Customs ouse, St. ark s Basilica and Cam anile, as well as t e o e s alace. T is afternoon, en oy free time to e lore t e city. ind a quiet campo and pavement café or take a cruise to colourful Burano for a delicious meal. (B, )

Experience Venice’s Food Market T e si ts and sounds of modern enice come to life today as we oin our Local Specialist for a walkin tour and e lore the vibrant Rialto Food Market, which has been feedin enetians since t e th century. We wander t rou t e narrow calli seein t e ornate fa ades of merc ant ouses t at line t e canals, before en oyin an afternoon at leisure for one last taste of enice. ur adventure t rou taly s c armin cities is about to come to an end. We celebrate newfound friendships and an unfor ettable e erience at a arewell inner. (B, FD)

Farewell Venice Say arrivederci to Italy and your fellow travellers as your fascinatin oliday comes to an end. Find out more about your free airport transfer at trafal ar.com/freetransfers. (B)

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Admire Pisa Cross the Arno River and see the enc antin skyline of lorence from ia ale ic elan elo before drivin to isa t rou t e Arno alley. eet your Local Specialist to explore t e Square of iracles and see t e famous eanin Tower, the Cathedral, Baptistery and Camposanto, built on soil brou t back from t e oly and durin t e Crusades. ver lunc , Connect With Locals at the Connect With Locals WR Welcome Reception B Breakfast

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Wonders of Italy 11 Days

2 Countries

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Want the full Italian Experience? Explore the Vatican like a VIP, cruise Cinque Terre's rugged coastline, get lost in San Gimignano's quaint centre and discover the art of glassblowing in Venice. From Rome to Lucca and Bologna, the Wonders of Italy come alive over a glass of Tuscan Chianti.

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Villa d'Este Gardens at Tivoli

• Discover isa, San Gimi nano, erona and Venice • Visit St Peter's Basilica, the Colosseum in ome, San Gimi nano, a lassblowin factory in Venice, the Basilica of St. Francis in Assisi and Villa d'Este Gardens in Tivoli • View the ancient sites of Rome, the eanin Tower of isa, t e Santa Croce Basilica and Duomo in Florence, Juliet's Balcony in Verona, St. Mark's Basilica in enice and t e issin Towers of Bolo na • See t e marble quarries of Carrara • Scenic Cruise by rivate launc to St. Mark's Square in Venice

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uon iorno o e Open your heart to a whirlwind of fiery assion, antiquities and earty avours crafted by talian mammas over centuries. Join your travel companions and Travel Director for a Welcome ece tion and orientation drive to see t e bustlin cityscape. (WR) Hotel: Il Cantico iscover ncient o e and the atican ity Dive Into Culture on an included si tseein tour wit a Local Specialist at the Vatican Museums. Admire the works of reat masters t e Bramante staircase, t e ma nificent frescoed ceilin in t e Sistine C a el and the sorrowful Pietà inside St. Peter's Basilica. In Ancient ome, we ay tribute to t e brave ladiators w o fou t for su remacy at t e Colosseum durin our included visit. We'll also see the Circus Maximus before a free afternoon. (B, ) ourney to ucca We travel north to Lucca and enjoy time to wander t rou t e medieval streets and admire the 14th-century San Martino Cathedral and ia a dell Anfiteatro, built on t e site of an ancient Roman arena. Relax in Piazza San Michele or ascend one of the city's ancient towers for panoramic views in your free time. (B) Hotel: Best Western Grand uini i Explore Cinque Terre and Pisa A sea of astel inks, yellows and blues clin dramatically to t e i urian cli s in t e Cinque Terre N SC World erita e Site, which we will have an opportunity to explore today on our included excursion. Join a Local Specialist and travel by boat and train to delve into daily life in t ese icturesque fis in villa es. Sto in isa and visit its N SC listed Square of iracles to view t e arc itectural feat t at is t e eanin Tower. (B, D) n ards to an i i nano and lorence T e entle Tuscan landsca e ives way to our ne t destination, t e illto town of San Gimi nano, famed for its stunnin medieval arc itecture and istoric towers. We Connect With Locals at a Be My Guest experience in a beautiful family owned vineyard overlookin t e rollin C ianti ills. ou will oin t e en i family for lunc and wine and olive oil tastin on t eir farm located on t e ancient road between Siena and lorence. ater arrive in lorence for an evenin at leisure. (B, BMG, ) Hotel: Grand Mediterraneo

ncover the reasures of lorence We join a Local Specialist w o will brin t e le acy of t e in uential edici family to life. Walk alon t e cobblestone lanes into expansive piazze, viewin t e ma nificent marble uomo and a re lica of t e avid statue in ia a della Si noria. iew t e onte ecc io, almost 00 years old, and t e s ectacular anorama from ia ale ic elan elo. T e rest of t e day is yours to explore the 'Cradle of the Renaissance'. (B) d ire erona and on to enice Shakespeare's star crossed lovers are remembered today durin our aunt to t e romantic city of erona. ere we ll view Juliet's Balcony and the 1st-century Roman arena, still used today to ost s ectacular o eratic erformances. We venture to enice ne t, our ome for t e ne t two ni ts. (B) Hotel: Le Boulevard Lido iscover the loatin ity We Dive Into Culture and witness the centuries-old tradition of Venetian lassblowin before seein St. ark s Basilica, t e ornate o e s alace and t e Brid e of Si s. Cruise by rivate launc to see t e city s most iconic attractions before en oyin free time to e lore t e city on your terms. Wander t rou t e labyrint ine alleys, over ornate brid es and into quiet campi as you et lost in t is enc antin city. (B, ) to olo na and ssisi Travel t rou scenic countryside to t e mystical town of Assisi, sto in en route in Bolo na to view t e city s issin Towers t at lean towards one anot er seemin ly oised to embrace. We continue to our otel in Assisi w ere we will dine t is evenin . (B, D) Hotel: Grand ll oads ead to ivoli and o e Discover the le acy of St. rancis of Assisi in is ome town on t e slo es of ount Subasio. Join a Local Specialist for a visit to t e Basilica of St. rancis, renowned for its beautiful frescoes de ictin t e life of t is beloved saint. Continue to Tivoli for a uided visit of t e illa d ste Gardens wit a Local Specialist. T is evenin we enjoy a special Farewell Dinner with our fellow travellers and Travel Director. (B, FD) Hotel: Barceló ran ante na are ell o e It's time to say a fond arrivederci to taly and our newfound friends after a memorable ourney. ind out more about your free air ort transfer at trafal ar.com/freetransfers. (B)

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Italy Bellissimo 11 Days

2 Countries

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If toasting epic Tuscan sunsets, soaking up the sun-kissed sophistication of Italy's most popular cities and olive oil tasting in a real Italian borgo with new friends sound like your idea of perfection, this is one of those bellissimo Italy trips that would seduce even the sirens of Capri.

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• Discover Venice and Siena • Visit St. Peter's Basilica, the Sistine Chapel and the Colosseum in Rome, the excavations at Pompeii, the Basilica of St. Francis in Assisi and a lassblowin factory in enice • View the ancient sites of Rome, St Mark's Basilica in enice, t e eanin Tower of isa, the Santa Croce Basilica and the Duomo and the Ponte Vecchio in Florence • Scenic Cruise to t e sle of Ca ri and by private launch to St. Mark's Square in Venice

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Welcome to Rome S end t e day e lorin ome on your own before meetin your Travel irector and fellow travellers for a Welcome ece tion and evenin orientation. (WR) Hotel: Grand Tiberio Explore Ancient Rome and the Vatican City Our ca tivatin ourney t rou ome be ins at t e atican useums w ere we oin a Local Specialist to admire ic elan elo s frescoed ceilin in t e Sistine C a el and is iet in St. eter s Basilica. We see t e endurin symbols of Ancient ome, includin Circus a imus and visit t e Colosseum, before s endin t e afternoon at leisure. (B) Please note: On certain departures the Vatican Museums will be visited upon return to Rome.

Admire Pompeii and on to Capri Venture south towards t e ancient city of om eii. ere we oin a Local Specialist w o will s are insi ts into t e city s tra ic istory. Cruise to t e ca tivatin sle of Ca ri next. (B) otel e ina ristina A Day on the Isle of Capri lore t e lamour of Ca ri on a walkin tour wit a Local Specialist that will include views of the marina. Spend free time s o in at ele ant boutiques or er a s oin an tional erience and e lore t e ru ed coastline and idden rottos by rivate motor launc . (B, D) Onwards to Assisi We sail back across the Mediterranean to Naples and venture north to eru ia. ere we ll Make Travel Matter and discover taly s ancient weavin tradition. Continue to t e ancient illto town of Assisi w ere toni t we stay at one of Trafal ar s Stays With Stories - a fully renovated old Franciscan monastery. (B, , ) Hotel: Cenacolo

Cruise the Canals of Venice T e Win ed ion of Venice is your constant companion as you cruise by private launch to Dive Into Culture and witness the delicate enetian tradition of lassmakin before continuin to St. ark s Square. See t e Basilica, t e o e s alace and Brid e of Si s. (B, ) Discover Pisa and the Tuscan Hills T is mornin we travel to Pisa and to its Field of Miracles to view t e famous eanin Tower, before arrivin in t e spa-resort of Montecatini Terme in Tuscany. (B) Hotel: Minerva Palace to enaissance lorence Your Local Specialist s ares all t e si ts of lorence today, includin views of t e ma nificent marble uomo, Ba tistery, ia a della Si noria and onte ecc io. ater, you ll ave some free time to e lore or s o for i quality leat er oods in lorence s boutiques. T is evenin , we Connect With Locals at a Be My Guest experience wit t e Callistri family at t eir bor o in t e amlet of imonaia for a delicious talian dinner, olive oil tastin and leisurely walk t rou t eir olive roves and lemon orchards. (B, BMG, ) Venture to Siena and Rome We admire the medieval beauty of Siena today, strollin to its s ell s a ed ia a del Cam o. See t e illto town s e traordinary arc itecture, s o for beautifully and painted ceramics or relax with a g la at a pavement caf . T is evenin , we celebrate a ma nificent talian adventure with newfound friends at a Farewell Dinner. (B, FD) otel arcel ran ante na Arrivederci Rome After breakfast, we say a fond farewell to Italy. Find out more about your free airport transfer at trafal ar.com/freetransfers. (B)

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earn a out traditional hand eavin . Take a step back in time when you meet arta Cucc ia, one of t e last enaissance weavers in taly, and ear ow s e is kee in t is traditional craft alive. earn more at trafal ar.com.

Journey to Venice Visit the beautiful Basilica of St. rancis in Assisi wit a Local Specialist before continuin nort to enice. n oy a free evenin watc in t e sun set over t e enetian a oon or consider oinin an tional erience. Toni t s Stays With Stories accommodation was once frequented by omantic oet, obert Brownin . (B, D, ) otel l er o uattro ontane ido

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Travel Director Tip W ile visiting Siena, be tem ted by a ricciarello. A local storyteller credits t e Sienese nig t Ricciardetto for the shape of these cookies - a mini version of a sultan s sli er, a curious memory from his crusade. This almond paste biscuit will literally melt in your mouth. Colleen Borsare

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Experience the Italian way of life on this Italy trip featuring all the main highlights and some surprises. Enjoy a sunset feast in the shadow of olive groves in a local family's home, unearth the secrets of Pompeii frozen in time and soak up sophistication on the Isle of Capri.

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Ciao Rome Embrace excess on this At Leisure jaunt t rou t e i li ts of taly, w ic be ins in ome. S end t e day soakin u its vibrant atmos ere before meetin your Travel irector and fellow travellers at a Welcome ece tion. We en oy a leisurely orientation t rou t e city t is evenin , venturin into Ancient ome before our ourney t rou taly be ins. (WR) Hotel: Cicerone Discover Ancient Rome and the Vatican City Explore t e atican City t is mornin wit a Local Specialist w o will reveal all t e i li ts of St. eter s Basilica. er a s oin an tional erience to visit t e awe ins irin atican useums and Sistine C a el. We continue to Ancient ome ne t, to admire w ere e ilaratin c ariot races were once eld, and visit inside t e Colosseum. n oy some free time t is afternoon to e lore on your own. rom oman ruins to Renaissance palazzi ome as it all. (B) Rome Your Way iscover w y t e talians say it is sweet doin not in , s endin your day watc in ome s beautiful eo le embrace life lived to its fullest. elve into its treasures s annin millennia t e museums, c urc es, ardens and arc itecture t at remain as endurin symbols of a owerful city. r er a s consider an tional erience to Tivoli, site of t e ma nificent illa d ste Gardens. (B) plore the uins of o peii and the alfi oast Today we ay oma e to t e t ousands of brave souls w ose final restin lace is t e Commonwealt War Cemetery in Cassino. iew t e th-century Abbey that was destroyed durin World War , before venturin sout to om eii, a city fro en in time. Join a Small Grou Si tseein tour t rou t e e cavations t at yield t e tra ic story of a once vibrant city en ulfed by t e eru tion of ount esuvius. Wander down t e stone avenues ast suc si ts as t e orum and Tem le of A ollo. We arrive later at our otel on t e iconic editerranean Amalfi Coast w ere we ll dine toni t. (B, D) Hotel: San Pietro Maiori

oak up the ar th of the alfi oast. Meet the Mediterranean and be sure to sample the local limoncello and laidback life on t is overni t stay in one of t e most ma ical re ions of taly. ead more at trafal ar.com.

musicians, writers and artists. Smell t e fres scents of lemons as you stroll alon cli side terraces and indul e in t e icture erfect settin . After a day of si tseein , s end a rela in evenin si in limoncello and watc in t e editerranean sky li t u in lorious inks, yellows and blues. (B) 6

Experience the Isle of Capri T is mornin , we set sail to t e lamorous island of Ca ri, ascendin to Ca ri town by funicular for a uided walkin tour wit a Local Specialist w o will s are views of t e ia etta, t e eart and soul of t is beautiful town. ater, we return to the mainland and have some free time to stroll around t e medieval town of Amalfi and see its 10th century omanesque Cat edral of Sant Andrea and Cam anile. (B) Journey to Florence rom t e Amalfi Coast, we travel nort t rou t e rollin reen and olden landscape of Umbria into scenic Tuscany before arrivin in t e enaissance city of lorence. ou ll ave a free evenin to amble alon t e Arno iver, admire t e famous city skyline at ni t from ia ale ic elan elo, or indul e in t e finest antipasti in town. (B) Hotel: Grand Mediterraneo Florence Your Way Delve into the history of a city renowned for its art, arc itecture and cultural treasures. Join your Local Specialist for a walkin tour, includin views of t e e quisite marble uomo, Ba tistery and onte ecc io. Wander t rou t e ia a della Si noria, t e centre of lorentine olitical life since the 14th century, wit its rominent ala o ecc io. ater, Connect With Locals at a Be My Guest experience at the 12th-century Castle of Trebbio set a ainst t e backdro of Tuscan vineyards and olive roves. T e a i and edici feud is brou t to li t over dinner as you en oy traditional Tuscan fare, e lore t e cellars, and indul e in olive oil and wine tastin . (B, BMG, )

Venture to Venice After a leisurely start to t e day, continue nort , bound for enice, t e ueen of t e Adriatic and our ome for t e ne t two ni ts. (B) Hotel: Principe

Cruise the Canals of Venice Glide t rou t e bustlin canals of enice on board a rivate launc . Dive Into Culture witnessin first and t e centuries old craft of lassmakin on t e island of Giudecca, before arrivin at t e ateway to t e city, St. ark s Square. ur love a air wit enice continues as we view St. ark s Basilica, t e o e s alace and t e Brid e of Si s, before en oyin a arewell inner with our Travel Director and newfound friends to toast to t e delicious avours of taly. (B, FD, )

Journey Home For now our leisurely encounter with an e traordinary destination as come to an end. Find out more about your free airport transfer at trafal ar.com/freetransfers. (B)

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Discover the Best of Italy, from the ancient treasures of Rome to Renaissance Florence and everything in between. Imagine staying overnight in a renovated Franciscan monastery in Assisi and lapping up chic Capri, as well as a private guided visit to Pompeii to see a Roman city frozen in time.

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Welcome to Rome Savour some free time in Rome before oinin your com anions and Travel irector later for a Welcome ece tion and orientation drive. (WR) Hotel: Cicerone/Una

Admire Pisa and on to Florence Tuscany lures us past t e marble quarries of Carrara to isa and its Square of iracles w ere we will view t e eanin Tower. ur ne t sto is lorence. (B) Hotel: Grand Mediterraneo

Discover Ancient Rome and the Vatican City Join a Local Specialist for an included si tseein tour in t e atican useums. Dive Into Culture and admire t e Bramante staircase and ic elan elo s ma nificent frescoed ceilin in the Sistine Chapel, then see the marble masterpiece of t e iet in St. eter s Basilica. We venture to Ancient ome to visit t e Colosseum and see Circus a imus. S end t e ) afternoon at leisure. (B, Explore the Ruins of Pompeii and Sorrento We journey sout to t e well reserved ruins of om eii. ere we oin a Local Specialist w o will s are details of t e devastation caused by t e eru tion of ount esuvius as we wander t rou t e ancient aved roads of a city t at was fro en in time. (B, D) Hotel: Johanna Park/La Residenza

Experience Art and Architecture in Florence Delve into t e e trava ant le acy of t e edici family in t e company of a Local Specialist. T e ele ant uomo dominates t e skyline as we visit ia a della Si noria wit its e quisite statues and palazzi. n oy s ectacular panoramic views of the beautiful skyline of Florence and t e almost 00 year old onte ecc io from ia ale ic elan elo. (B)

reasures of an i i nano and eturn to o e T is mornin we sto at t e lorence American Cemetery and emorial. Continuin sout , we visit t e Tuscan ill town of San Gimi nano, featurin e traordinary e am les of medieval arc itecture. T is evenin in ome, we en oy a arewell inner. (B, FD) otel arcel ran ante na

A Day on the Isle of Capri Cross the Bay of Naples by ferry to t e sle of Ca ri and oin a Local Specialist for a uided walkin tour in Ca ri town, before returnin to t e mainland. (B) Onwards to Assisi See t e Benedictine Abbey of Cassino. Continue north where you will meet a Local Specialist for a walkin tour in Assisi to visit t e Basilica of St. rancis. We ll stay at one of Trafal ar s Stays With Stories a fully renovated old ranciscan monastery. (B, D, ) Hotel: Cenacolo Discover Verona and Venice We travel to erona, t e ome of S akes eare s star crossed lovers, w ere we ll view t e balcony from w ic a fictional Juliet once called to er omeo, and t e oman arena, still in use today. ater, continue to enice, w ere toni t we ll en oy a e ional inner. (B, RD) Hotel: Biasutti Lido/Viktoria Palace Lido St. Mark's and More in Venice Today, we ll Dive Into Culture watc in centuries old lassmakin traditions. Continue ast t e Brid e of Si s and t e o e s alace to St. ark s Square w ere we will view t e im ressive square and Basilica. (B, ) n to ilan and cenic ake a iore Today we cross t e lains of ombardy to so isticated ilan. An orientation tour takes us ast t e Got ic uomo, a Scala era ouse and t e famous Galleria. ater arrive at ake a iore w ere we ll en oy dinner served toni t at our otel. (B, D) Hotel: Simplon/Grand Dino Stroll around Lake Como ndul e in free time to e lore ake Como. T is evenin , we venture by rivate boat to a secluded island on ake a iore w ere we ll Connect With Locals over dinner at a Be My Guest e erience. Join Si nor Telli for colourful stories of irates and rinces and a delicious local fare in t is family run restaurant. (B, BMG, )

Farewell Rome ur discovery of t e best of taly as come to an end. ind out more about your free air ort transfer at trafal ar.com/freetransfers. (B)

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Get set for one of our most glorious Italy trips, from the well-heeled streets of Milan to what was once the ‘Eternal City' of Rome. Base yourself on beautiful Lake Como for a few days of stunning scenery efore the colourful alfi coast ith its pretty cli side villages and sun kissed seaside vi e truly capture your heart.

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• Visit Amalfi Town, St. eter s Basilica and t e Colosseum in ome and a lassblowin factory in Venice • View the Cathedral and La Scala Opera House in Milan, Lake Como, the Roman Arena and Juliet s Balcony in erona, St. ark s Basilica in enice, t e uomo in Florence and the ancient sites of Rome • See t e Abbey at Cassino • Scenic Cruise by rivate launc to St. ark s Square in enice

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Journey from Milan to Como Stylish Milan is our launch pad to the Lake District, where we spend the first ni t of our At eisure aunt t rou taly. After arrivin in Como, soak u t e eaceful atmos ere before meetin your travel com anions and Travel irector for a Welcome ece tion. Toni t, you ll stay at one of Trafal ar s Stays With Stories and a Lake Como institution. (WR, ) Hotel: Barchetta Excelsior Discover Fashionable Milan The runways of Milan take centre sta e today as we e lore t e fas ion ca ital of taly. Join a Local Specialist to see the iconic and une ected i li ts of t is ard workin city. iew t e e quisite Got ic arc itecture of t e uomo, wit its massive stained lass windows, t e neo classical La Scala Opera House and ornate Galleria wit its im osin iron and lass domed roof. (B) Venture to Verona and Venice Journey to erona to view Juliet s Balcony and t e ancient oman Arena, still in use today. ndul e in a leisurely ca uccino sto before continuin to enice, w ere we will s end t e ne t two ni ts. (B, RD) Hotel: Le Boulevard Lido plore the loatin ity Glide t rou t e canals of enice by rivate launc visitin some of t e ewels in t e crown of t e ueen of t e Adriatic . We travel to Giudecca Island and Dive Into Culture, witnessin t e centuries old enetian tradition of lassmakin . T en, it s on to St. ark s Square to admire t e rofound beauty of t e o e s alace and St. ark s Basilica. (B, )

Onwards to Florence From Venice, we cross the A ennine ountains to lorence, t e Cradle of t e enaissance . Consider oinin your Travel irector for a traditional Florentine dinner in the heart of the C ianti ills. (B) Hotel: Grand Mediterraneo Ponte Vecchio and More in Florence T is mornin we oin a Local Specialist on a leisurely walkin tour to delve into t e culture and istory of lorence. We ll visit t e ia a del uomo to view its multi coloured marble Cattedrale di Santa aria del iore, ia a della Si noria, wit its e quisite art and palazzi, and t e onte ecc io brid e t at is almost 00 years old. Admire s ectacular views of t e city from ia ale ic elan elo. ater, oin your fellow travellers for an opportunity to Connect With Locals over dinner at a Be My Guest e erience set a ainst t e backdro of Tuscan vineyards and olive roves. (B, BMG, )

to the unny alfi oast Journey sout t rou t e Arno alley, assin t e Bay of Na les bound for aiori on t e Amalfi Coast, w ere we will dine toni t at our otel. (B, D) otel an ietro aiori ncover the reasures of alfi T is mornin travel to Amalfi, erc ed erfectly on t is dramatic stretc of coastline. See t e 0th century Sant Andrea cathedral in the heart of the town, with its beautifully stri ed By antine fa ade, and soak u t e laid back atmos ere. ou ll also ave time to oin an tional erience to ositano. (B) alfi oast our Way ela at your otel on t e Amalfi Coast or wander ast fra rant lemon terraces. ou ave a full free day to indul e in your eart s desires – consider a fresh seafood lunch, from sea to table, or take a di in t e welcomin , warm editerranean waters. (B) The Ruins of Pompeii and on to Rome Embark on a Small Grou Si tseein walkin tour and discover t e lost city of om eii, w ic was buried under volcanic as w en ount esuvius eru ted. Continue to t e ternal City of ome later, en oyin views of the 6th century Benedictine Abbey in Cassino en route. (B) Hotel: Grand Tiberio Experience Ancient Rome and the Vatican City S end t e mornin in t e atican City wit a Local Specialist, visitin St. eter s Basilica to view ic elan elo s sorrowful iet . Consider an tional erience to t e atican useums and Sistine C a el wit its e quisite frescoed ceilin s. T en, cross t e Tiber into Ancient ome to see t e Circus a imus, and visit t e im ressive Colosseum. T is afternoon, we ave time to e lore t e city on our own terms. (B)

o e our Way ndul e in a full free day to e lore t e assionate embrace of t e city and its esty locals. ase into la dolce vita or consider an Optional erience to Tivoli, w ere you can visit illa d ste and its ma nificent enaissance ardens and e quisite fountains. T is evenin , we en oy a arewell Dinner with newfound friends and your Travel Director before biddin arrivederci to ome. (B, FD)

Arrivederci Italy ur unfor ettable encounter wit taly comes to an end today. ind out more about your free air ort transfer at trafal ar.com/freetransfers. (B)

A Tuscan feast in a 12th-century castle. Raise a lass of C ianti wit t e Ba acarios in t eir ome, once t e lace w ere t e a i family lotted a ainst t eir enemies, t e edici of lorence. earn more at trafal ar.com.

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A rare opportunity to see the extraordinary limestone trulli houses of Alberobello is the highlight of this grand journey. There's more to this Italy trip as you'll discover over dinner with Signor Luciano, an epic ourney across the yrrhenian ea and a visit to rento ith its ustrian in uences.

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• Visit St. Peter's Basilica, the Sistine Chapel and the Colosseum in Rome, the excavations at Pompeii, the Basilica of St. Francis in Assisi and a lassblowin factory in enice • View the ancient sites of Rome, St. Mark's Basilica in Venice, the Cathedral and La Scala era ouse in ilan, t e eanin Tower of Pisa and Santa Croce Basilica and the Duomo in Florence • Scenic Cruise to t e sle of Ca ri and by private launch to St. Mark's Square in Venice

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Welcome to Rome Bla e a trail t rou la bella Italia startin in ome. eet your travel com anions and Travel irector for a Welcome ece tion and orientation drive t is evenin . (WR) Hotel: Crowne Plaza St. Peter’s Explore Ancient Rome and the Vatican City mbark on an included si tseein tour wit a Local Specialist, to visit St. eter s Basilica, ome to ic elan elo s iet . T en, venture to Ancient ome to see Circus a imus and visit t e Colosseum. (B) ourney to the l ero ello e ion We travel east t rou t e oran e and olive roves of u lia. inner toni t is at our otel. (B, D) Hotel: Sierra Silvana Admire Alberobello’s Iconic Architecture Enjoy a leisurely mornin on your own. Consider an tional erience or indul e in delectable local avours at a traditional trattoria. T is afternoon, t e conical limestone ouses of Alberobello take centre sta e durin our uided tour wit a Local Specialist. ere, we ll see t e N SC listed collection of almost ,500 trulli datin back to t e th century. T is evenin , we Connect With Locals with a Be My Guest experience at a traditional masseria. eet Si nor uciano for dinner on is Alberobello farm w ere you can taste seasonal roduce, includin fres almonds, c erries, tomatoes and olive oil, as well as en oy a local stone masonry demonstration. (B, BMG, )

Onwards to Sunny Sorrento iew t e ia a Tasso and Corso talia in Sorrento before s endin t e rest of t e day on your own. Toni t we dine at our otel. (B, D) Hotel: La Residenza

A Day on the Isle of Capri Cruise t e dee blue waters of the Tyrrhenian Sea to the beautiful Isle of Ca ri. n oy a uided tour of Ca ri town, watc in the beautiful people sip their cappuccino in the lamorous piazzetta. (B)

Cruise the Canals of Venice Dive Into Culture this mornin and witness t e delicate craft of enetian lassblowin . Glide by rivate launc to view t e Brid e of Si s, ornate o e s alace and St. ark s Basilica before s endin time at leisure. (B, )

Journey to Northern Trento We visit Trento and wander around t e ia a uomo before c eckin in to our otel. (B) Hotel: Grand Trento

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Uncover Pompeii's Ruins and on to Assisi Explore t e tra ic istory of t e ancient lost city of om eii wit a Local Specialist. Continue to t e mystical ill town of Assisi, w ere you ll oin a Local Specialist for a walkin tour, followed by dinner at your otel. (B, D) Hotel: Grand Onwards to Verona and Venice Celebrate the epic tale of omeo and Juliet durin t is mornin s visit to t e fair city of erona w ere you will view Juliet s Balcony and t e oman arena built in t e st century. We venture to t e Adriatic coast t is afternoon bound for enice. ur ome for t e ne t two ni ts is one of Trafal ar s Stays With Stories yatt Centric otel, reservin t e tradition of urano lass art. (B, ) Hotel: Hyatt Centric Murano

Onwards to La Spezia Journey to Genoa w ere a Local Specialist will s ow us t is city s ma estic arc itecture. Continue to t e seaside resort of a S e ia w ere we will dine at our otel. (B, D) Hotel: NH La Spezia

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Colours of Sicily 9 Days

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Sicily's vibrant palette of colours comes alive on this Colours of Sicily trip. Sip local wine on the slopes of ount tna ander the chic streets of aor ina and eet the locals in colourful fishing villages. op it all o ith a s eet treat all the odican chocolate you can lay your hands on.

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Welcome to Palermo You'll start your Sicilian journey in alermo, w ose ric tradin istory as left its unfor ettable mark on t e city s talian, Arab and Norman-styled piazzas, street markets and churches. n oy some free time to rela before oinin your Travel Director and fellow travellers for a Welcome Reception to kick-start your Sicilian adventure. (WR) Hotel: Garibaldi Explore the Capital of Sicily Palermo's rich history, culture and astronomy are revealed on t is mornin s si tseein tour wit a Local Specialist, who will take you on a journey into the city's tumultuous ast. ou ll ave t e afternoon to take in t e colours and traditions of alermo on your own before eadin to onreale on t e slo es of onte Ca uto. A Local Specialist will uide you t rou one of t e reatest examples of Norman architecture, the 12th-century Cattedrale di onreale. T is evenin , w y not oin an tional erience to t e beautiful fis in villa e of Sferracavallo, at the foot of Mount Capo Gallo? Here you'll feast on Palermitano specialties, perfectly paired with delicious Sicilian wine. (B) Journey to Ancient Marsala eave alermo be ind, sto in in t e fis in villa e of ondello, istorically a favourite seaside retreat for the who's who of Palermo. Breathe in the cool sea air and savour the easy oin atmos ere before you ead to rice, t e hilltop 'City of a Hundred Churches'. You'll have some free time for lunc before continuin to arsala, ome to t e nutty avoured wine w ic s ares its name. Dive Into Culture alon t e way, sto in at t e salt ans to visit t e nfersa ill to learn about the ancient 'culture of salt' and industry which has s a ed t is re ion. ou ll be t rilled wit an evenin at leisure in icture erfect arsala wit its marble streets and expansive piazze filled wit colourful restaurants. ind a trattoria s illin out on to t e avement and indul e in t e favourite local Pollo alla Marsala (Marsala chicken). (B, ) Hotel: Seawater

n ards to ri ento and a usa Today s first sto is A ri ento w ere you ll oin a Local Specialist for a visit to the UNESCO-listed Valley of the Temples. You'll explore one of the world's most treasured centres of Greek art and arc itecture, includin t e seven sandstone oric tem les overlookin t e city. T ere s time for lunc before we ead to a usa, a city wit two very di erent souls t e lower and older a usa bla and i er a usa Su eriore. T ese two distinct areas are se arated dramatically by a dee ravine, t e alle dei onti. ou ll want to e lore bot after dinner at your hotel. (B, D) otel o io del ole

Explore Beautiful Baroque Modica earn about t e th rebuildin of a usa after a devastatin -century eart quake w ic all but levelled its skyline. our Local Specialist will reveal ow t is devastatin seismic event led to the development of an entirely new city on a nearby rid e, w ile some of its brave residents remained to rebuild w at was lost. ou ll hear how it was only in the early 20th century that the two were eventually fused to et er. ater, take a drive to odica your Travel irector is on and to ive you an orientation of t is Baroque beauty before you ll Dive Into Culture and learn the secrets of Modican c ocolate. ou ll return to a usa for an evenin at leisure, t e aroma of roasted cocoa beans lin erin lon after your visit to t e local c ocolatier. (B, )

to istoric yracuse Once a major Mediterranean ower and t e birt lace of Arc imedes, t e istoric city of Syracuse takes centre sta e t is mornin as you join your Local Specialist for in de t insi ts into its colourful past. You'll see some of its treasures at t e Arc aeolo ical useum, t en visit t e island of rty ia, t e ancient eart of t e city connected to t e mainland by a stone brid e. our afternoon is o en to s end as you wis . T is evenin you ll oin your fellow travellers for dinner at a local restaurant. (B, RD) Hotel: Mercure Prometeo Venture Past Mount Etna to Taormina Continue up the coast to Catania, the city that lies in Mount Etna's shadow. You'll have some free time to explore on your own and perhaps sample arancini, a favourite Catania snack. Later join a Local Specialist to delve into the history and culture of the ancient town of Taormina. A articular i li t of t is afternoon will be a visit to t e beautifully reserved ruins of t e Teatro di Taormina. ma ine masked actors erformin a ainst t e backdro of lorious sea views more t an 2,500 years a o. ou ll ave an evenin on your own to s end as you wis or consider oinin our tional erience evenin of Sicilian s ecialties in Castelmola, one of t e most dramatically located villa es in Sicily. (B) Hotel: Caesar Palace Giardini Naxos Taormina Free Day Taormina is yours for t e takin today. You could choose to visit the 10th-century Palazzo Corvaja with its Islamic-style tower or explore t e ele ant boutiques alon Corso mberto. Work u an a etite and sto for some of t e city s si nature cannoli or cool down with a famous Sicilian gra i a, a alf fro en desert served wit a i in ot brioc e. ovie bu s will deli t in an tional erience to ount tna and Savoca, t e illto villa e of T e Godfat er . ater t is evenin , you ll ead u to t e slopes of Mount Etna for an exclusive Be My Guest experience with Maria Marano. Connect With Locals as you visit t e estate and cellars and en oy t e avours from secret family recipes. (B, BMG, )

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The sun-kissed south and Sicily are the star attractions on this mesmerising southern Italy trip from Rome to Palermo. Taste local Sicilian wine on the slopes of snow-capped Mount Etna, learn about the ancient Greek heritage of Agrigento and get lost in the medieval cobbled streets of Erice.

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• View t e Benedictine Abbey at onte Cassino, t e fortress town of nna and alermo Cat edral • See St eter s Basilica in ome

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Welcome to Rome Ciao Roma, the 'Eternal City', which you'll have an opportunity to explore on your own before meetin your Travel irector and fellow travellers for a Welcome ece tion t is evenin . n oy an orientation drive a erfect introduction to this beautiful city, the centre of which has been roclaimed a N SC World erita e Site wit its ruins, im osin monuments, statues and fountains. (WR) Hotel: Grand Palatino Explore the Ruins of Pompeii and Sorrento From Rome, visit the Commonwealth War Cemetery in Cassino to commemorate t ose w o died ere in t e WW battle and view t e Benedictine Abbey, ori inally founded by Saint Benedict in t e th century. Ne t, sto at t e N SC World erita e Site of om eii. our Local Specialist will take you on a walkin tour of t e e cavations buried for centuries under a layer of volcanic as after ount esuvius eru ted. See suc sites as t e Gymnasium, t e Tem le of A ollo and t e im ressive Basilica before arrivin later at your otel in Sorrento. (B, D) Hotel: Johanna Park A Day on the Isle of Capri Take a ferry to Capri, the isle of sirens accordin to Greek myt olo y. ou ll ascend to Ca ri town by funicular railway and see t e famous ia etta durin your uided walkin tour with a Local Specialist. S end some free time eo le watc in at one of t e local caf s before returnin to t e mainland w ere you can en oy free time in Sorrento. (B)

anoramic views across t e bay. ater, t ere s free time for s o in for souvenirs and andmade ceramics on t e Corso. (B) 6

Taormina Your Way n oy a full day to do as you lease in t is beautiful resort town. S o , rela , see t e si ts of your c oice or consider an tional erience. W atever you decide, your Travel irector will be on and to el you et t e most out of your day. T is evenin , en oy dinner at your otel. (B, D) ourney to ncient ri ento Enjoy views of Enna on t e way to A ri ento, w ere your Local Specialist will take you to t e alley of t e Tem les t e finest Greek sanctuary in Sicily. See t e Tem le of Concord and t e Tem le of Juno overlookin t e sea. (B) Hotel: Dioscuri Bay Palace Explore Sicilian Towns and on to Palermo Travel to rice and discover t is famous illto medieval town in western Sicily wit its cobbled streets, Norman castles and stunnin views of t e sea, salt ans and wooded illsides. er a s take a walk to t e ruins of enus Castle wit its Balio Gardens. Before arrivin in alermo, t e Sicilian ca ital, visit t e c ic seaside resort of ondello, wit its beautiful beac , o ular wit t e elite alermitans. (B) Hotel: Garibaldi Enjoy the Views in Monreale Meet your Local Specialist t is mornin for a si tseein tour of alermo. See alermo s famous era ouse and t e Cat edral. Travel to onreale for views of a Conca d ro and e lore t e ma nificent 2th century Norman Cat edral. ater oin your com anions and celebrate your journey with a Farewell Dinner at a local restaurant. (B, FD) Journey Home Say arrivederci to Sicily and your newfound friends at t e end of a memorable oliday. ind out more about your free air ort transfer at trafal ar.com/freetransfers. (B)

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Cross the Strait to Taormina Drive south via Salerno and t rou Calabria, crossin t e straits of essina to Sicily and t e beac side resort town of Giardini Na os below Taormina. Toni t Connect With Locals durin a Be My Guest e erience osted at a beautiful Sicilian winery and restaurant overlookin ount tna. (B, BMG, ) Hotel: Sant Alphio Garden Giardini Naxos Gardens and More in Taormina our Local Specialist will take you on a walkin tour of Taormina on t e slo es of onte Tauro, overlookin t e sea. isit t e Greek t eatre and see t e terraced botanical ardens. T en, stroll alon t e ele ant Corso mberto wit a g l i g la and on to t e ia a for s lendid

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Ancient history and fabulous food are the cornerstones of this colourful Italy and Sicily trip. ou ll en oy all the local seafood avours in icily s fishing villages follo the shado of ount tna as you travel around the island and ad ire the eaning o er in isa s uare of iracles.

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Welcome to Palermo The multicultural capital of Palermo launches your journey across Sicily and taly. ou ll ave some free time before meetin your Travel Director and fellow travellers for a Welcome Reception and orientation of the city's attractions. (WR) Hotel: Mercure Centro

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Enjoy the Views in Monreale Join your Local Specialist for a si tseein tour, w ic includes t e Teatro assimo and old a Cala arbour. ater, travel to Monreale on the slopes of Monte Caputo overlookin t e almond, olive and oran e roves of La Conca d'Oro. Here you'll visit the 12th-century Norman Cat edral, dedicated to t e Assum tion of t e ir in ary. (B) ourney to ncient ri ento Continue to the pretty fis in villa e of ondello. Journey to A ri ento to tour t e im ressive Greek alley of t e Tem les, wit a Local Specialist, datin back to t e th century BC. T is evenin , dinner is served at your otel. (B, D) Hotel: Dioscuri Bay Palace Onwards to Scenic Taormina Travel t rou t e vineyards of the southern hills towards the seaside resort of Taormina. Enjoy spectacular vistas and a taste of la dolce vita in t is illside town, wit some free time on arrival. (B) Hotel: Caesar Palace Giardini Naxos Taormina Your Way S end t e day rela in at your chic Sicilian resort. Dive into the warm Mediterranean waters, s o for e quisite andmade lace on Corso mberto or indul e in a mulberry ranita. Consider oinin an tional erience to Savoca, t e villa e made famous by T e Godfat er , or uro e s most active volcano, ount tna. T is evenin , Connect with Locals over dinner at a Be My Guest experience hosted at a vineyard on the slopes of Mount Etna. Join aria arano for a walkin tour t rou er estate and cellars, and en oy ome made a etisers accompanied by the local wine. (B, BMG, ) Explore Pompeii’s Ruins and Sorrento Today we cross t e Strait of essina to mainland taly by ferry, drivin nort t rou rustic Calabria via Salerno to UNESCO-listed Pompeii where a Local Specialist will take you on a walkin tour of t e town buried for centuries under a layer of volcanic as after Mount Vesuvius erupted. We continue to our hotel in Sorrento w ere we ll s end t e ne t two ni ts. (B) Hotel: La Residenza A Day on the Isle of Capri We cruise to the Isle of Ca ri w ere we ll en oy a uided walkin tour of Ca ri town with a Local Specialist. Window s o alon Via Camerelle and watch the beautiful people in the ia etta, before returnin to Sorrento, w ere you will ave t e evenin at leisure to indul e in a little limoncello at ia a Tasso, wit its many caf s. (B) All Roads Lead to Rome Admire t e dramatic coastline, drivin nort from Sorrento to t e ternal City of ome. T is evenin an e clusive Trafal ar experience will see you Dive Into Culture and enjoy an al fresco dinner a ainst t e s ectacular backdro of St. eter s in ome. arvel at t e frescoed ceilin in t e Sistine C a el and visit t e useo Gre oriano Profano. (B, RD, ) Hotel: Il Cantico

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Explore Ancient Rome and the Vatican City Join your Local Specialist for a si tseein tour to t e atican and see ic elan elo s ma nificent iet inside St. eter s Basilica. our ne t sto is Ancient ome, w ere you ll see Circus a imus and visit t e Colosseum. (B) to istoric ssisi Today, we drive nort to t e mystical medieval illto town of Assisi. Join a Local Specialist for a walkin tour, w ic includes a visit to t e Basilica of St. rancis. Toni t, we ll stay at one of Trafal ar s Stays With Stories - a fully renovated old Franciscan monastery. (B, D, ) Hotel: Cenacolo

Admire Pisa and on to La Spezia Venture to Pisa to visit t e Square of iracles and view t e eanin Tower t at bears t is city s name. A s ort drive nort takes us to a S e ia, w ere we ll s end t e evenin at leisure. (B) Hotel: NH La Spezia

Enjoy Colourful Cinque Terre and Florence Join a Local Specialist to visit Cinque Terre, a series of centuries old seaside villa es clin in im ossibly to ru ed cli s t at lun e into t e i urian Sea. Continue later to lorence, w ere you ll ave t e ni t o to explore as you wish. (B) Hotel: Grand Mediterraneo

Journey to Venice T e ma nificent marble uomo, Santa Croce Basilica, onte ecc io and ia a della Si noria all feature on your walkin tour t rou Florence with a Local Specialist t rou lorence. ater, ead nort to enice, t e ueen of t e Adriatic . (B) Hotel: Le Boulevard Lido

Cruise the Canals of Venice Dive into Culture next and witness t e centuries old craft of lassblowin . T en, embark on a scenic cruise by private launch to the ateway of enice, St. ark s Square. See St. ark s Cat edral and t e Brid e of Si s. Toni t, you ll oin your fellow travellers for a Farewell Dinner and toast to s ared memories t at will lin er lon after t e evenin ends. (B, FD, )

Farewell Venice or now, it s a fond ciao Venezia as you say oodbye to new friends and re are to de art for our journey home. Find out more about your free air ort transfer at trafal ar.com/freetransfers. (B)

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Best of Italy and Greece 10 Days

3 Countries

14 Meals

From A$4595

Admire the art and architecture of Rome and the rich cultural heritage of Florence. Visit the monasteries of Meteora and see the sight of the most important oracle in the classical world.

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• Visit St. Peter's Basilica, the Sistine Chapel and the Colosseum in Rome, Piazzale ic elan elo and ia a della Si noria in lorence, a lassblowin factory in enice, t e monasteries of eteora, t e Tem le of Apollo in Delphi and the Acropolis in Athens • View t e ancient sites of ome, t e uomo and Ba tistery in lorence, t e o e s Palace and the Basilica in Venice and the art enon, oyal alace and t e Tem le of Zeus in Athens • See Hadrian's Arch in Athens

OPTIONAL CRUISE 4-night Aegean cruise

• Scenic Cruise by rivate launc to St. Mark's Square in Venice

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Ciao Rome Welcome to Rome, the 'Eternal City'. Join your Travel Director and fellow travellers for a Welcome ece tion and evenin orientation drive to view some of t is city s ma nificent sites. (WR) Hotel: Crowne Plaza St. Peter’s

Discover Ancient Rome and the Vatican City Visit St. eter s Basilica and view ic elan elo s iet with a Local Specialist. See the Circus Maximus where chariot races were once held and visit the impressive Colosseum. (B)

Journey to Renaissance Florence Visit the Vatican Museums with a Local Specialist and Dive Into Culture as you ascend the Bramante staircase, then admire ic elan elo s frescoed ceilin in t e Sistine C a el. ater, drive nort to lorence. Toni t, Connect With Locals at a Be My Guest experience. (B, BMG, , ) Hotel: Cosmopolitan Concept

n ards to e endary elphi Drive south towards Mount Parnassos and Delphi. Join a Local Specialist and walk t e Sacred Way to t e Tem le of A ollo where athletes competed in the Pythian Games. (B) Hotel: Amalia Delphi

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Venture to Venice Your Local Specialist reveals lorence s ric cultural erita e durin your walkin tour. isit ia a della Si noria and view t e marble Duomo, the famous Baptistery, and Ponte ecc io. Travel t rou t e A ennines and cross t e Veneto plains to Venice. (B) Hotel: Novotel Mestre Castellana

plore the loatin ity Cruise by private launch to Giudecca Island, where you'll Dive Into Culture and witness t e enetian tradition of lassmakin . See t e Brid e of Si s, St. ark s Square, St. ark s Basilica and t e ornate o e s alace. (B, )

oard an verni ht erry to reece Travel south to t e ancient ort city of Ancona to board your overni t ferry to mainland Greece. (B, D)

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Farewell Athens Say oodbye to your fellow travellers and Travel irector after an unfor ettable ourney or oin a day Ae ean cruise. or more information see the panel below. Find out more about your free airport transfer at trafal ar.com/freetransfers. (B)

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ark and ruise to tunnin ykonos Board your s i in At ens. Cruise to t e island of ykonos and s end time discoverin t e town and s arklin beac es. (B, L, D)

Continue to Ancient Ephesus and Patmos Arrive early at t e ort of usadasi in Turkey w ere you will en oy a com limentary S ore Experience to Ephesus. Continue on to atmos, w ere you mi t oin an tional Experience to the cave where the Book of Revelation was written. (B, L, D)

A Day to Explore Beautiful Rhodes Arrive in odes. lore t e fascinatin medieval ld Town on your com limentary S ore Experience. (B, L, D)

Cruise to Heraklion and on to Santorini isembark in eraklion on t e island of Crete, and er a s visit t e alace of nossos. T en cruise to the spectacular volcanic island of Santorini. (B, L, D)

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A 4-day Aegean cruise is available to join at the end of the ‘Best of Italy and Greece’ itinerary. On the morning of day 10, you will be transferred from your hotel to the port of Athens to embark on the cruise.

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to istoric thens We travel to At ens w ere we ll discover t e city s ric erita e durin our mornin si tseein tour wit a Local Specialist. Marvel at the A ora, t e oyal alace, t e Tem le of eus and t e Acro olis. See adrian s Arc and t e stadium w ere t e first modern lym ics took lace in . ndul e in a Farewell Dinner to celebrate the end of your trip. (B, FD) Hotel: Divani Palace Acropolis

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Monasteries of Meteora on the way to Kalambaka Arrive early at t e ort of oumenitsa and travel alon t e foot ills of t e At amanika mountains before arrivin at t e N SC listed monasteries of Meteora. Your Local Specialist will uide you on a visit to two of the six monasteries built on sandstone rocks t at tower above t e town. ine toni t at your otel. (B, D) Hotel: Amalia Kalambaka

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London Explorer 8 Days

1 Country

11 Meals

From A$3095

History comes alive on this most epic of London trips. You're in for a royal time at Windsor Castle and the Changing of the Guard at Buckingham Palace. See life unfold from the water as you cruise to Greenwich and feel the buzz and spirit of one of London's oldest markets - Borough Market.

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ENGLAND STRATFORD-UPON-AVON, OXFORD AND COTSWOLDS OPTIONAL EXPERIENCE Available on Day 4

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Welcome to London mbrace t e om and a eantry of a city that marches to its very own vibrant tune. Meet your Travel Director and fellow travellers later t is evenin for a Welcome ece tion to kick start your holiday. (WR) Hotel: The Tower Discover Multicultural London Embark on an included alf day si tseein tour wit your Travel irector w ic features Bi Ben, t e ouses of arliament, Buckin am alace and Westminster Abbey. See t e stately C an in of t e Guard t en s end t e rest of t e day en oyin a slice of ondon culture, or oin an Optional Experience to the Tower of London to see the Crown Jewels. (B) ourney to rehistoric tonehen e and Windsor e al traditions and ancient monuments take centre sta e today as we embark on a full day e cursion from ondon. ur first sto sees us delve into t e istory of t e ancient circle at Stone en e, followed by free time for lunc . Ne t, we ll visit Windsor Castle one of t e ueen s ele ant omes, includin t e su erb Geor ian State A artments and St. Geor e s C a el, before returnin to ondon. (B) London Your Way Armed wit your 3 day travel ass and recommendations from your Travel irector, make t e most of your full day at leisure. ay tribute to Admiral Nelson in Trafal ar Square and wander down T e all to Buckin am alace. Alternatively, consider a full day tional erience to t e enc antin Cotswolds, visitin S akes eare s Stratford u on Avon, with a stop in the university town of Oxford. (B) Experience London’s Markets and Museums Stroll ast t e bu in stalls of Borou arket, w ere you ll Dive Into Culture and rub shoulders with the locals who buy the best of British produce here. Spend the rest of t e day visitin ondon s e traordinary museums, many of which are free to visit. Use your London Oyster Card to traverse t e len t and breadt of ondon. T is evenin you ll en oy a dinner and Connect With Locals at an exclusive Be My Guest experience. (B, BMG, , )

Cruise the Thames to Greenwich Enjoy one last full day in t e lively city streets of ondon. T is afternoon meet with your Travel Director and travel companions for a leisurely cruise down the Thames to Greenwich. Sail under t e famous Tower Brid e before en oyin a Farewell Dinner at a historic pub with a toast to your unfor ettable week. (B, FD) Cheerio London After breakfast, say a fond farewell to London and newfound friends as you prepare to return ome after a memorable oliday in one of t e world s reatest cities. Air ort Transfers to ondon Air orts are available to purchase. (B)

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plore West inster ey and ensin ton Palace ma ine t e kin s and queens w o ave lided racefully u t e 3th century mosaic oor of Westminster Abbey. We ll ave an o ortunity to e lore t is arc itectural wonder on a uided visit wit a Local Specialist. ater, visit ensin ton alace and Dive Into Culture, ainin insi ts into t e lives of t e oyal amily, followed by an n lis cream tea. (B, L, )

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Real Britain 6 Days

3 Countries

7 Meals

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Medieval castles and the inspiring beauty of the Lake District are highlights on this exciting England, Scotland and Wales trip. Learn about the runaway wedding capital, Gretna Green and Tudor history in udlo efore you ascend to lo y astle ock for spell inding vie s of din urgh.

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Stonehenge

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ourney to tonehen e ath and ardi erience first and w at s reat about Great Britain on t is mesmerisin so ourn ast t e eaks of Wales and t e rollin ills and lus farmlands of n land to bonnie Scotland. We kick start our adventure in t e cosmo olitan ca ital of ondon, eadin west to visit Stone en e s stone monolit s, w ose centuries old myt s ave yet to be fully revealed. T e ele ant Geor ian arc itecture of Bat takes centre sta e durin our visit to t is famous s a town. ere, we ll see t e Abbey and visit t e oman Bat s, before crossin t e Severn stuary to Cardi . elve into t e roud culture and erita e of t e Wels as you embark on an orientation of t e city to see t e rinci ality Stadium and Cardi Castle, in t e eart of t e city. Toni t, we celebrate t e be innin of an e ic adventure t rou Britain at a Welcome ece tion. (WR) otel ercure olland ouse

t e famous S ambles and view ork inster, one of t e reatest cat edrals in t e world. T is evenin we Connect With Locals, oinin a family in ork for a ome cooked Be My Guest arewell inner and some earty Britis os itality. ) otel ovotel entre

iscover din ur h s reasures amble u t e oyal ile in t e mesmerisin medieval city of dinbur , w ere you ll oin a Local Specialist on an included city si tseein tour. Stroll t rou t e ld Town and view Art ur s Seat and t e alace of olyrood ouse, for centuries t e seat of t e kin s and queens of t e Scots. isit dinbur Castle erc ed ato Castle ock overlookin t e city. S end t e rest of t e day e lorin Auld Reekie's medieval relics and ele ant Geor ian and Got ic fa ades on your own, or oin your Travel irector on an tional erience to visit t e oyal ac t Britannia. T is evenin , consider attendin a lively Scottis banquet wit traditional a is and ba i es. (B)

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hrou h the cenic ountryside to iverpool T e alf timbered Tudor ouses of udlow feature today on our e loration of t is market town wit its medieval walls and istoric castle. We ourney nort t rou t e S ro s ire ills and C es ire landsca es to t e bold Britis city of iver ool, ometown of t e ab our . Saunter t rou its ed y Scouse streets and er a s visit T e Cavern Club, w ere t e Beatles once layed, durin your evenin at leisure. (B) otel ercure tlantic o er enture to the o antic ake istrict and on to din ur h T e enc antin views of Britain s ake istrict rovide a scenic backdro for our leisurely drive nort to Scotland. Skirt t e romantic s ores of ake Windermere and en oy views t at ins ired literary reats like William Wordswort . We sto at t e runaway weddin ca ital t at is Gretna Green w ere Blacksmit riests would marry cou les over t e arria e Anvil. ater, we arrive in enc antin dinbur our ome for t e ne t two ni ts. Tickets to see t e s ectacular dinbur Tattoo are included on de artures t at coincide wit erformance dates. (B) otel oliday nn

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ine ith a orkshire fa ily. Experience le endary Nort ern os itality on t is best of Britis su er wit a local family in t eir ele ant town ouse or country ome in t e ale of ork. ead more at trafal ar.com.

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d ire tratford upon von and return to ondon elve into t e fascinatin story of S akes eare s life at is Birt lace and isitor Centre in Stratford u on Avon, and view Anne at away s t atc ed cotta e. We return to ondon t is evenin w ere our memorable encounter wit Britain s icons comes to an end. (B)

The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo 6 – 28 August 2021

One of the most spectacular annual events is the dinburg Tattoo. t is sim ly not to be missed. ilitary bands from all over t e world take to t e es lanade of dinburg Castle to lay rousing tunes culminating in t e aunting melody of t e one i er. T e Tattoo is run for c aritable causes and as donated over 5 million to military and civilian c arities and organisations. rafalgar includes tickets and arrange ents for our guests for every trip in this rochure that stays in din urgh during the attoo.

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plore adrian s Wall and n ards to ork Trace the northern frontier of the Roman Empire at adrian s Wall before crossin t e iver Tyne and venturin sout to t e ancient cat edral city of ork, w ose ori ins ark back to oman times. Walk alon

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Sign up for a whirlwind adventure on this popular England trip through Devon and Cornwall. Discover the legend of King Arthur at Tintagel Castle and learn how the monks of Buckfast Abbey have lived for centuries, before indulging in a traditional cream tea or Cornish pasty.

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Explore Windsor, Bath and Bristol eave t e bri t li ts of t e Britis ca ital be ind and ourney t rou lus landsca es to t e istoric market town of Windsor. Journeyin west, we arrive in t e stately Geor ian town of Bat , w ose beautiful ulteney Brid e and 5th century Got ic Abbey rovide a icturesque backdro for t e oman Bat s from w ic t e city takes its name. See t e steamy t ermal ool of t e Great Bat before travellin to easy oin Bristol, w ere we ll en oy an orientation of t e city includin views of t e Clifton Sus ension Brid e and Brunel s SS Great Britain, t e world s first ocean oin lu ury liner. (WR) Hotel: Hilton Garden Inn City Centre perience a tately o e and ritish illa e ife eavin trendy Bristol be ind, we embark on a scenic drive t rou t e n lis countryside, arrivin at on leat Stately ome w ere we ll Dive Into Culture and tour one of t e country s finest stately omes, currently home to the 7th arquess of Bat . ater, we sto in t e icturesque villa e of acock its oney coloured stone cotta es and 5th century inns ave served as an iconic backdro for suc famous films as ride re udice , arry otter and ownton Abbey . (B, )

d ire istoric i hts and enture to eter Continue your ourney to lovely St. ves, a o ular retreat for artists, surfers and sun wors i ers. n t e way, en oy views of St. ic ael s ount wit its th century castle, erc ed dramatically ato t e tidal island near t e seaside town of en ance. Sto at Tinta el Castle, t e le endary birt lace of in Art ur, and admire its ru ed cli to vanta e oint overlookin t e wild Atlantic. our final destination today is t e so isticated ca ital of evon eter. ts stunnin medieval centre is yours to e lore on your own t is evenin . (B) otel ercure outh ate Enjoy Scenic Somerset and Dartmoor National Park T is mornin , visit t e eter Cat edral wit its 5th century astronomical clock and misericords, said to be t e earliest com lete set in t e nited in dom. Continue to t e Somerset villa e of unster, w ere you ll ave some free time for lunc and an o ortunity to view its castle on your own. isit ynmout ne t, t e walkin ca ital of moor, t en drive t rou t e broodin landsca e of artmoor National ark, sto in at a traditional ub for a memorable arewell inner wit your travel com anions. eturn to eter, w ere you ll s end t e ni t. (B, FD) n ards to rehistoric tonehen e and ondon T is mornin , visit t e ancient monolit s at Stone en e, w ic rise im osin ly on Salisbury lain, ima inin a time w en a ans and druids would at er in t eir mysterious midst. We ll visit t e town of Salisbury, ome to Britain s tallest s ire, before returnin to ondon w ere our memorable ourney t rou evon and Cornwall comes to an end. (B)

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Journey to Coastal Devon and Plymouth T e sounds and smell of t e sea beckon as you make your way to evon and sto in t e fis in town of Bri am w ere Sir rancis rake s s i Golden ind is ermanently moored. ou ll ead to Totnes, on t e art iver, and Connect With Locals at a Be My Guest e erience w ere you ll savour a cream tea at T e ld or e. T is 00 year old structure was ori inally t e works o for t e uke of Somerset s Berry omeroy Castle and states and t e former family ome of Jane Seymour, one of enry s si wives. Continue to Buckfast Abbey where you'll Dive Into Culture and ain insi ts into ow Benedictine monks ave lived and rayed for nearly ,000 years. enture to lymout ne t, w ere il rims once left n lis s ores for an unknown new world. T is evenin you could c oose to toast to t eir bravery over an o tional dinner wit your fellow travellers. (B, BMG, , ) Hotel: Crowne Plaza

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Discover Amazing Britain on this unforgettable trip. From Shakespeare's theatrical roots and mystical Stonehenge to the fresh air and rugged outdoors of the Scottish Highlands, where you'll learn all about the locals' favourite drink at a traditional whisky distillery.

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Journey to Stratford-upon-Avon and on to York ndul e your love of t eatre and oetry t is mornin as we travel to romantic Stratford-upon-Avon, made famous by its favourite son, William Shakespeare, whose extraordinary works have been admired by audiences for over 500 years. View Anne Hathaway's t atc ed cotta e and visit S akes eare s Birt lace and isitor Centre for insi ts into t e life of t e Bard of Avon , before e lorin t e c armin cobblestone streets of his hometown. Continue to the ancient cathedral city of York where we will enjoy an orientation walk to view its ancient city walls, icturesque S ambles and ma nificent 00 year old Minster. Join your Travel Director and fellow travel com anions t is evenin for a memorable Welcome Reception and delicious local pub fare. (WR) Hotel: Holiday Inn

enture into the cottish i hlands Cross the irt of ort to t e ancient in dom of ife and St. Andrews. T is famous olf course is renowned for its th ole and 00 year old Swilcan Brid e. We continue our journey into the dramatic Scottish i lands, w ere we ll Dive Into Culture at a whisky distillery and sample a wee dram. Visit picture-perfect itloc ry, on t e ed e of t e Ben rackie and Cairn orms National ark, before arrivin at your otel in t e Scottis i lands w ere you ll dine toni t. (B, D, ) otel i hlander n ards to och o ond and las o s ich e acy T e arrestin natural beauty of t e Scottis i lands rovides a stunnin backdro for today s leisurely drive to Glas ow. iew t e World War Commando emorial at S ean Brid e and admire views of Britain s i est mountain Ben Nevis. See Glencoe, t e site of a bloody massacre in 2 followin t e Jacobite risin , and travel to t e 'bonnie' banks of Scotland's prettiest loch, Loch omond. We arrive in Glas ow t is afternoon w ere our orientation will take us ast St. un o s Cat edral and Geor e Square, lined wit statues and monuments dedicated to famous Britis sub ects, includin obert Burns and Sir Robert Peel. (B) Hotel: Novotel

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ross adrian s Wall and on ards to din ur h We venture north to the medieval riverside town of Durham, whose exquisite 11th-century Durham Cat edral sits im osin ly alon side ur am Castle watc in over t e c armin medieval streets below. We cross what was once the northern frontier of the oman m ire, adrian s Wall, before en oyin a scenic drive t rou t e breat takin landsca es of Northumberland National Park. Admire spectacular views of the windswept Cheviot Hills as you cross t e Scottis border, sto in to admire t e 2thcentury ruins of Jedbur Abbey en route to allurin dinbur . (B) Hotel: Holiday Inn/Jurys Inn iscover nchantin din ur h Fall in love with t e enc antin city of dinbur as you oin a Local Specialist to discover what lies behind its medieval façades. Ramble up the Royal Mile and enjoy astoundin views of t e alace of olyrood ouse and t e Scottis arliament. isit dinbur Castle erc ed ato Castle ock overlookin t e city. S end some free time t is afternoon strollin t rou dinbur and admirin medieval relics. Tickets to see t e s ectacular dinbur Tattoo are included on departures that coincide with performance dates. (B)

plore the ake istrict and ourney to iverpool Today s first sto is in t e runaway weddin ca ital, Gretna Green w ere elo in cou les would make t eir vows over t e arria e Anvil. eturnin to n land, we Connect With Locals, oinin farmer John and his wife Christine for lunch at a Be My Guest e erience in t e com any of i land cows. See beautiful Lake District landscapes and skirt the romantic s ores of ake Windermere, t e lar est lake in n land, arrivin in ed y iver ool of ab our fame for an evenin at leisure. (B, BMG, ) Hotel: Mercure Atlantic Tower

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hrou h the eautiful Welsh ountryside to Discover Bristol Traverse the pretty Welsh countryside t is mornin and sto in an area of outstandin natural beauty t e Wye alley, wit its c aracteristic limestone or e scenery and dense woodlands. Visit the Shropshire market town of Ludlow with some time to explore on your own before arrivin in Bristol to see t e Clifton Sus ension Brid e and SS Great Britain, t e world s first ocean oin lu ury liner. As t e curtain comes down on a memorable ourney t rou n land and Scotland, we enjoy a Farewell Dinner in a local restaurant with our Travel Director and newfound friends. (B, FD) Hotel: Mercure Holland House

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oak up ath and tonehen e then o to ondon eturnin to ondon, we visit t e N SC listed city of Bat to admire its ele ant Geor ian fa ades and the Roman Baths from which the city takes its name. mer in from t e Salisbury lain, t e im osin monolit s of Stone en e are our final sto before continuin t rou t e lus Wilts ire and am s ire landsca es to ondon, w ere our ama in oliday comes to an end. (B) Please Note: Hotels in the Scottish Highlands are generally simpler establishments typical of the region.

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Explore the Best of Britain on this incredible trip across England and Scotland, and travel over the sea to the Isle of Skye. Imagine life as a Benedictine monk at Buckfast Abbey, feel the hope of brave pilgrims in Plymouth and be inspired by the beauty of Lake Windermere.

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ourney to tonehen e ath and eter Rural Wilts ire rovides a stunnin backdro for our drive to Stone en e, w ic we ll e lore before travellin to N SC listed Bat . ur ome for t e ne t two ni ts is eter, w ere we will en oy a memorable Welcome Reception. (WR) otel ercure outh ate ly outh and ore in the outh est ur first sto today is in lymout , w ere we ll delve into t e istory of t e brave il rim at ers w o set sail for an unknown New World. See the Royal Citadel overlookin lymout Sound and consider an o tional cruise. We take a ste back in time at our ne t sto t e artists retreat of ol erro. Continuin alon t e broodin moorland of artmoor, we arrive at Buckfast Abbey w ere we ll Dive Into Culture and ain insi ts into ow Benedictine monks ave lived and rayed for over ,000 years. ) n ards to laston ury and ardi n oy a scenic drive and visit t e ruined Glastonbury Abbey. ater, Connect With Locals, oinin t e yer family for lunc on their 15th-century dairy farm in Somerset for a Be My Guest e erience. ur final sto today is Cardi , t e ca ital of Wales, w ere we ll en oy an orientation tour before a free evenin . ) otel ark nn y adisson ity entre

unch ith an n lish ord ady. Lap up a delicious home-made feast at the yer family s 5th century farm, mentioned in William t e Conqueror s omesday Survey of 0 5. iscover more at trafal ar.com.

plore udor istory and on to iverpool We e lore Tudor istory in udlow and C ester t is mornin , en oyin views of C ester s medieval city walls and red sandstone Cathedral. Join a Local Specialist later in iver ool to ain insi t into t e city s Beatles istory. (B) otel urys nn

n to ort Willia and the cottish i hlands Journey alon oc omond, w ose bonnie banks were immortalised in the well-known Scottish son . We arrive in Glencoe and remember t e 2 massacre t at led t is lace to be called t e Glen of Wee in . At t e World War Commando emorial near ort William, admire views of Britain s i est mountain Ben Nevis. ur day in beautiful surrounds comes to an end with a cosy dinner at our hotel located wit in t e Cairn orms National ark in t e Scottis i lands. otel a an arr rid e

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ontinue to ork We travel to the medieval market town of Alnwick t is mornin w ere we ll see the impressive castle home to the Duke of Nort umberland and t e Tenantry Column. T en it s on to Nort umberland and ork, w ere we will en oy an orientation walk ast its cobblestone S ambles and see t e inster wit its eart of orks ire . We en oy a final arewell inner to et er to brin our memorable ourney to a close. otel ovotel Centre n ards to hakespeare s tratford upon von and ondon S akes eare s le acy and life are celebrated durin our visit to Stratford u on Avon. ater, we travel back to ondon w ere our ama in holiday comes to an end. (B)

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iscover the sle of kye We travel to the coast this mornin to t e sle of Skye w ere a Local Specialist will take us on a ourney to admire t e remarkable Cuillin ountains. ater, we cross back to view scenic Eilean Donan Castle on the mainland. Travel t rou t e Scottis i lands on your return to your i land otel.

ncover din ur h s reasures amble u t e oyal ile today and see t e city s iconic si ts. T e ele ant Palace of Holyroodhouse and the Scottish Parliament feature on our si tseein tour wit a Local Specialist. isit dinbur Castle erc ed ato Castle ock overlookin t e city. Consider an tional erience t is evenin , includin traditional son , dance and Scottish fare. (B)

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Short on travel time but want to see all the Britain and Ireland highlights? This trip delivers the genius of Shakespeare, Waterford crystal creations in Ireland and a hearty Welsh dinner at a local vineyard, with a side of ancient history, in just over one week.

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• Visit S akes eare s Birt lace in Stratford u on Avon, Gretna Green, dinbur Castle, Guinness Store ouse, t e ris National Stud and Ja anese Garden, t e Waterford Crystal S owroom, t e oman Bat s in Bat and t e ancient stone circle at Stone en e • View ork inster, Glas ow Cat edral and Geor e Square, City all in Belfast, ilkenny Castle and Gardens • See t e rinci ality Stadium in Cardi

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tratford upon von ork and on to arro ate Delve into centuries of history today – tales of starcrossed lovers, tra ic kin s and oman em erors are brou t to life as we arrive in Stratford u on Avon and follow in the footsteps of Shakespeare. Visit his Birt lace and t e isitor Centre, before embarkin on a scenic drive nort to t e ikin city of ork, where we'll enjoy an orientation walk around its historic streets. View the cobbled Shambles, see the ancient city walls and t e ma nificent ork inster. T is evenin , en oy a Welcome ece tion in our otel in t e ictorian s a town of arro ate, our ome for toni t. (WR) Hotel: Crowne Plaza

t rou its tranquil Ja anese Gardens, re arded as t e best in uro e. Admire t e im osin medieval castle at Kilkenny before some free time for lunch. Our next stop sees us Dive Into Culture yet a ain to witness t e delicate craft of Waterford Crystal. We ll watc master craftsmen at work durin a tour of t e works o and see t e e quisitely crafted ieces in t e showroom. (B, ) otel arina it ilton

ross the rish ea to elfast and u lin Follow t e ru ed Ayrs ire coast, ast t e island of Ailsa Crai , t e ste in stone from reland to Scotland. Board t e ferry to Nort ern reland, t en oin a Local Specialist to explore the crossroads of British and Irish culture in Belfast. We'll view City Hall and the dock w ere t e Titanic was built. T is evenin , we arrive in the vibrant capital of Ireland where we'll spend the ne t two ni ts. (B) otel alls rid e espil

iscover iverse u lin Gain insi ts into t e centuries old tradition of Guinness brewin and en oy a Store ouse tour and tastin tec nique demonstration. rive t rou t e retty streets of Dublin with a Local Specialist to admire the stately Geor ian Squares, Trinity Colle e and St. atrick s Cathedral, the tallest church in Ireland, before s endin t e rest of t e day e lorin t e si ts alone. amble t rou Tem le Bar or Grafton Street, famous for its colourful street performers. This evenin , consider oinin an tional erience to a rousin ris cabaret erformance. (B)

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hrou h the cenic ake istrict to las o We ourney t rou t e orks ire ales National ark to the beautiful Lake District, which has inspired oets and writers for centuries. A i li t on our ourney is n land s retty ake Windermere, w ic we ll ass as we continue t rou countryside made famous by the poet William Wordsworth. We'll cross t e border to t e runaway weddin ca ital of Gretna Green. ere elo in cou les would tie t e knot over t e arria e Anvil. We drive t rou t e Sout ern lands to vibrant Glas ow. Toni t, consider oinin an Optional Experience to Braveheart Country for a fabulous dinner and Scottish entertainment. (B) otel ark nn y adisson ity entre plore nchantin din ur h From the cultural ca ital of Glas ow to enc antin dinbur , wit its exquisite medieval façades, our encounter with Scotland will see us join a Local Specialist for a memorable si tseein tour. We ll visit dinbur Castle, erc ed ato Castle ock overlookin t e city, and see t e oyal ile, t e ele ant alace of olyrood ouse and t e new Scottis arliament. Admire t e ele ant Geor ian arc itecture in t e New Town and amble t rou t e secret lanes of Auld Reekie before returnin to Glas ow t is evenin . n oy views of Glas ow Cat edral and Geor e Square before a delicious meal at a local restaurant. (B, RD)

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All the highlights and some special travel surprises feature on this in-depth UK and Ireland trip. Feel the pride of the Welsh people, see the seat where Irish kings once ruled and sample a pint of the favourite local brew during a tour of the Guinness Brewery in Dublin.

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tonehen e and ath and on to ardfi Ponder the mysteries of t e ancient monolit s of Stone en e before drivin west to Bat . Cross t e Severn stuary to Cardi , t en view t e illennium Centre and t e National Assembly in Cardi Bay. ater, enjoy warm hospitality and traditional Welsh pub fare and drinks at a rousin Welcome ece tion. (WR) otel ercure olland ouse ark nn y adisson ity entre n ards to Waterford T is mornin , we view t e rinci ality Stadium and Cardi Castle durin our orientation of Cardi . We cross t e ris Sea by ferry and travel to historic Waterford where we'll dine in our otel toni t. (B, D) otel arina it ilton

d ire larney astle and ourney to illarney Dive Into Culture and watc t e master craftsmen of t e renowned ouse of Waterford Crystal. T en, kiss t e Blarney Stone to acquire t e ift of t e ab before travellin to t e icturesque town of illarney. (B, ) otel illarney ay on the in of erry Today we experience t e endurin beauty of reland s most scenic coastal drive. See aniel Connell s Ca irsiveen, t e fis in villa e of Waterville, t e Black alley and oll s Ga wit its anoramic views. T is evenin , we Connect With Locals at olly Gallivan s 200 year old cotta e, s arin a memorable Be My Guest experience with the Sullivan family and t eir erry cows. (B, BMG, )

inner ith the ullivans. The perfect day e lorin t e idyllic beauty of reland s in of erry followed by earty ris fare in le endary local olly Gallivan s 200 year old cotta e. ead more at trafal ar.com.

ourney to ultural u lin isit t e ock of Cas el in County Ti erary, t e seat of ris kin s for centuries. ater, travel to ublin, oinin a Local Specialist for a si tseein tour to see Trinity Colle e, St. atrick s Cat edral and t e stately Geor ian Squares. T is evenin , consider an tional erience to an ris cabaret. (B) otel andy ount u lin our Way Beat the crowds and explore the Guinness Brewery for a tour of the Storehouse includin a tastin tec nique demonstration. T e rest of the day is yours to soak up the cosy atmosphere of t e ris ca ital. (B)

he i hts of hester and iverpool Admire the landscapes of Snowdonia National Park bound for C ester, wit its c aracteristic Tudor ows. We arrive later in iver ool, oinin our com anions for a tasty e ional inner at a local restaurant. (B, RD) otel urys nn hrou h the ake istrict to din ur h Skirt the s ores of n land s lar est lake, Windermere, as we travel t rou countryside made famous by oet William Wordswort . We cross t e Scottis border and visit t e runaway weddin ca ital of Gretna Green. T is evenin , we arrive in dinbur . (B) otel pe ity iscover e arka le din ur h Join a Local Specialist for a si tseein tour, includin a visit to dinbur Castle. See Auld Reekie's Royal Mile and t e ele ant alace of olyrood ouse in t e s adow of Art ur s Seat, t en admire t e Geor ian fa ades in dinbur s New Town. Tickets to see t e s ectacular dinbur Tattoo are included on de artures t at coincide wit erformance dates. (B) enture to ork We journey south to the medieval market town of Alnwick, wit its Tenantry Column. Travel to ork w ere you ll walk t rou t e cobblestone S ambles, and see t e medieval walls and t e ork inster, one of t e reatest cat edrals in t e world. (B) Hotel: Novotel Centre n to hakespeare s tratford upon von We visit S akes eare s Birt lace and isitor Centre in Stratford-upon-Avon to see where the ‘Avon Bard' was born and raised. iew Anne at away s t atc ed cotta e, t en en oy some free time to e lore. T is evenin we oin our fellow travellers and Travel irector for a arewell inner. (B, FD) Hotel: Mercure hakespeare ourney throu h the ots olds to ford and London Journey to the Cotswolds and visit the little churchyard at Bladon where Sir Winston Churchill is buried. Arrivin in ford, we ll en oy an orientation tour of t e city to view t e adcli e Camera and t e Bodleian ibrary, and visit one of t e university s famous colle es (w en o en). We return to ondon t is afternoon and bid a fond farewell to our Travel Director and newfound friends at the end of a wonderful oliday. (B)

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Journey to Stratford-upon-Avon and on to York Visit Shakespeare's Birthplace and Visitor Centre and see Anne at away s cotta e in Stratford u on Avon, before continuin to ork to see t e ma nificent ork inster. T is evenin , we oin our Travel irector and travel com anions for a delicious orks ire dinner in our hotel. (WR) Hotel: Novotel Centre

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ontinue throu h orthu erland to din ur h Journeyin t rou Nort umberland National ark s dramatic landsca es, we arrive at t e remarkably intact ruins of the 12th century Jedbur Abbey en route to t e enc antin Scottis ca ital, dinbur . Tickets to see t e s ectacular dinbur Tattoo are included on departures that coincide with performance dates. (B) Hotel: Holiday Inn

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plore the sle of kye We ass t e ilean onan Castle, t en cross to t e sle of Skye w ere a Local Specialist will take us on a ourney to admire t e remarkable Cuillin ountains. T is afternoon, we view t e mysterious oc Ness. (B, D) n ards to och o ond and las o s ich e acy ur first sto today is t e World War Commando emorial for views of Britain s i est mountain, Ben Nevis. We continue sout t rou t e Glen of Wee in , arrivin in Glas ow, w ere we en oy an orientation tour. We ll also visit t e Necro olis and Dive Into Culture at one of uro e s most im ortant th century burial rounds. (B, ) Hotel: Crowne Plaza hrou h the ake istrict to iverpool Cross the border into n land and Connect With Locals, oinin farmer John and his wife Christine on their Cumbrian workin farm for a Be My Guest experience. Learn about traditional farmin met ods and en oy lunc before continuin your ourney t rou t e beautiful ake District and its landscapes that have inspired poets and ainters for centuries. See ake Windermere, n land s lar est lake, before travellin to iver ool, t e aunt of Britain's 'Fab Four'. (B, BMG, ) Hotel: Mercure Atlantic Tower cross the rish ea to u lin T e alf timbered Tudor ows in C ester are our first sto today as we travel to oly ead to catc our ferry to ublin. n oy a e ional inner at C t e ris mi ration useum. (B, RD) otel layton alls rid e

rivate dinner at useu . Discover the stories of ris emi rants and ow t is nation as c an ed t e world durin your visit to C t e ris mi ration useum. iscover more at trafal ar.com.

d ire u lin s conic i hts Visit the Guinness Store ouse to learn about reland s famous brew, before delvin into ublin s iconic si ts wit a Local Specialist. See Trinity Colle e, St. atrick s Cat edral and t e stately Geor ian Squares. n oy t e rest of t e day at leisure. (B) n to al ay and i erick Journey to Galway, w ere you will have an opportunity to see Galway Cathedral and yre Square before continuin to imerick. (B) Hotel: Greenhills ircle the in of erry and on to ork Admire reland s endurin scenic beauty on one of t e most beautiful drives in t e world, circlin t e s ectacular in of erry. ater, we c eck into our Stays With Stories accommodation, t e istoric aldron S andon otel, ori inally t e city s first eneral os ital built in t e 1700s. (B, ) Hotel: Maldron Shandon

he i hts of larney Waterford and We ford We visit Blarney Castle w ere you mi t kiss t e famous Blarney Stone, before sto in in Cob for a walkin tour wit a Local Specialist. T is afternoon we Dive Into Culture durin a visit to t e ouse of Waterford Crystal. (B, ) Hotel: Maldron

erry across to ardi We cross the Irish Sea to Wales and its ca ital, Cardi , w ere we will see t e rinci ality Stadium and view t e illennium Centre, National Assembly and Cardi Castle. (B) Hotel: Clayton

n oy ath laston ury and ly outh Cross the Severn stuary to Bat and visit its oman Bat s before s endin some time on your own. We wind our way to mystical Glastonbury next to visit the 7th century Abbey. (B) Hotel: Copthorne

ay plorin oastal illa es iew t e ay ower Ste s in lymout , t en visit t e fis in villa e of ol erro. T is evenin , we oin our travel com anions and Travel Director for a memorable Farewell Dinner. (B, FD)

ourney to rehistoric tonehen e and return to London Visit the ancient mystical monoliths of Stone en e before returnin to ondon t is afternoon w ere our unfor ettable ourney comes to an end. (B) Please Note: Hotels in the Scottish Highlands are generally simpler establishments typical of the region.

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iscover nchantin din ur h Join your Local Specialist t is mornin for a si tseein tour t rou New Town, rinces Street and t e oyal ile. mbark on a uided visit of dinbur Castle and consider a traditional Scottis ni t out. (B) enture into the cottish i hlands Today, we travel across the Firth of Forth to St. Andrews to view its celebrated ancient university and explore centuries of olf erita e. ur ne t sto is itloc ry on t e banks of t e Tummel iver. ou could c oose to oin an tional erience to visit Blair Castle, t e ancestral home to the Dukes of Atholl. We continue to the Scottis i lands, our ome for two ni ts. (B, D) otel a an

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ourney to tonehen e and on to ly outh Stop at Stone en e before travellin to t e istoric naval ort of Plymouth. (WR) otel opthorne iscover the ornish eninsula mbark on an orientation tour and see the Royal Citadel and ay ower Ste s. lore t e Cornis eninsula and visit t e seaside villa es of ooe and ol erro. (B)

oak up ath and o to ardi Admire Bat s ele ant Geor ian fa ades before continuin to Cardi . (B) otel ark nn y adisson ity entre oliday nn

ross the rish ea to Waterford lore Cardi s iconic si ts, t en cross t e ris Sea to Waterford. (B, D) otel it ilton

n ards to larney and illarney ur first sto today is at the House of Waterford Crystal where we will Dive Into Culture durin a demonstration wit master craftsmen. ou ll ave t e c ance to kiss t e Blarney Stone, before arrivin later in illarney. (B, ) otel illarney nnisfallen

ay on the in of erry reland s endurin natural beauty is our welcome com anion today as we circle t e enc antin in of erry. (B, D)

to i erick the a estic li s of oher and al ay We stop in Limerick to view St. Mary's Cat edral, t e Treaty Stone and in Jo n s Castle. We ll visit t e Cli s of o er, before arrivin in Galway. (B) otel onnacht

enture into ounty one al T is mornin , admire Galway Cat edral and stroll t rou yre Square. T en, en oy an orientation in Sli o on your way to one al to see its 15th-century castle. (B, D) otel entral

plore ondonderry the iant s ause ay and elfast We join a Local Specialist in ondonderry, t en visit the Giant's Causeway. Our visit will Make Travel Matter by el in to conserve t is iconic natural landmark. We proceed to Belfast where we'll enjoy an orientation tour. (B, ) otel ark nn y adisson tor ont

n the road to u lin A Local Specialist Cabbie takes us on a ourney t rou t e recent istory of Belfast in t eir ta i. n ublin, we oin a Local Specialist to see St. atrick s Cat edral and ot er iconic si ts. (B) otel espil layton eopardsto n

ee the i hts of u lin Dive Into Culture and ain entry to t e Guinness Store ouse before eneral admission. The rest of the day is free. (B, )

erry across to istoric hester and iverpool Cross the Irish Sea to Wales and continue to the ancient town of C ester, w ere your orientation tour will take you ast its oman walls and famous alf timbered Tudor ows. ater, we ead to t e aunt of t e ab our , ed y iver ool, w ere we ll s end t e ni t. (B) otel urys nn

ontinue to the eautiful ake istrict eadin nort to t e idyllic ake istrict, we see ake Windermere and admire its spectacular scenery. (B, D) otel orth akes astle reen

ourney orth to las o Sto in t e runaway weddin ca ital, Gretna Green before arrivin in Glas ow. Dive into Culture at alkirk W eel and e erience t e world s only rotatin boat lift. (B, ) otel ilton arden nn ity entre ark nn y adisson ity entre ver the ea to kye Journey ast t e site of t e tra ic 2 massacre at Glencoe and see Britain s i est mountain Ben Nevis. iew ilean onan Castle before visitin t e sle of Skye. (B, D) otel unollie in s r s he i hts of och ess and ulloden in the cottish i hlands Travel t rou t e scenic Scottis i lands via Glen S iel and alon t e banks of oc Ness. iew t e site of t e bloody Battle of Culloden. (B, D) otel i hlander n ards to din ur h We sto in itloc ry before travellin to St. Andrews and t en dinbur . (B) otel oliday nn plore din ur h astle Join a Local Specialist for a si tseein tour w ic will include a visit to dinbur Castle. See t e oyal ile, alace of olyrood ouse and new Scottis arliament buildin . (B)

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ncover ork s reasures isit t e medieval market town of Alnwick before sto in in ork for an orientation walk alon t e S ambles to ork inster. T is evenin we Connect With Locals over dinner at a Be My Guest e erience in orks ire. (B, BMG, ) otel ovotel entre

ourney to tratford upon von and on to ondon Travel to Stratford-upon-Avon to view Anne Hathaway's t atc ed cotta e and visit S akes eare s Birt lace and isitor Centre before returnin to ondon. (B)

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la e a trail and tick o the reasures of reland on this uick aunt around the erald sle including stops in u lin ork and o h itanic s final fateful stop. earn all a out iking history kiss the larney tone and atch in onder as the idyllic ing of erry unfolds.

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Day Welcome to Ireland ut a little ris s rin in your ste and stroll t rou t e lyrical ca ital of ublin your s rin board to an unfor ettable aunt t rou the treasures of Ireland. Join a Local Specialist this afternoon to e lore t e city s iconic si ts. Walk t e cobbled courtyard of Trinity Colle e and en oy riority access to see t e Book of ells. T en, en oy a Welcome ece tion to et to know your fellow travellers. (WR) Hotel: Maldron Parnell Square

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Journey to Waterford and Cork e artin ublin t is mornin , we ourney to t e eaceful monastic ruins at Glendalou w ic survived re eated ikin attacks over t e centuries. We ll Dive Into Culture, watc in t e master craftsmen of t e ouse of Waterford Crystal as they create delicate works of art. ur final sto today is t e rebel city of Cork, w ere we ll ave a free evenin to en oy a little ris craic and soak up the lively atmosphere of this university city. Our Stays With Stories accommodation is the istoric aldron S andon otel, ori inally t e city s first eneral os ital built in t e 00s. (B, , ) Hotel: Maldron Shandon ee the i hts of larney and illarney Stop in Cob , t e c armin seaside town t at was t e final ort of call for t e tra ic Titanic on its fateful voya e. Join your Local Specialist for a walkin tour to re live t e timeline of t e Titanic, t en embark on a scenic drive to Blarney Castle, kissin its famous stone to acquire t e ift of t e ab . Continue to illarney w ere you ll s end t e ne t two ni ts. (B) Hotel: Killarney Avenue ay on the in of erry Stop and admire Torc Waterfall durin your leisurely uided walk wit a Local Specialist over wooded paths and lakeshore trails. T e rest of our day is s ent admirin t e endurin beauty alon reland s most scenic coastal drive around t e in of erry. ater, oin your companions for a Be My Guest e erience at uckross arms, w ere you ll Connect With Locals over dinner, ste in back in time to learn about traditional ris farm life a ainst t e scenic backdro of t e lakes of Killarney. (B, BMG, )

d ire the li s of oher and on to i erick elve into t e era of t e first transatlantic i ts durin a visit to t e lyin Boat useum in oynes. At one time, it was t e refuellin oint for an Am s lyin Boat, t e ankee Cli er. Dive Into Culture as you board a re lica Boein 3 to e erience life as a assen er. earn ow ris Co ee was invented to treat weary assen ers w ose New ork i ts were delayed due to bad weat er before en oyin your very own cu of oynes ri inal . T is afternoon, we travel to t e s ectacular Cli s of o er w ic rise over 200 metres above t e oundin Atlantic waves, before continuin to our otel in imerick. (B, ) Hotel: Greenhills

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A roundtrip from Dublin featuring all the Ireland highlights including Waterford's crystal, your ne found gi of the ga at larney astle and the irresisti le ing of erry. ou ll also learn a out the devastating rish fa ine and peer over the edge at the li s of oher.

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Welcome to the Emerald Isle Tread in the footsteps of James Joyce and scar Wilde, t rou t e lyrical streets of Dublin – your launch pad to a memorable encounter wit reland s iconic i li ts. After a leisurely mornin , meet a Local Specialist for a si tseein tour wit views of Trinity Colle e, St. atrick s Cat edral and t e stately Geor ian Squares. ndul e in a little ris craic t is evenin , oinin your Travel irector and fellow travellers for a Welcome ece tion. (WR) Hotel: Clayton alls rid e alls rid e

Onwards to Galway and Limerick We journey to Galway, the 'City of Tribes', where we'll see its stone cathedral on the banks of the Corrib and spend some free time e lorin its colourful fa ades. ris traditions and erita e are e lored ne t, durin a visit to Bunratty Castle and its olk ark, a livin istory museum t at reveals insi ts into life in reland durin t e th and th centuries. Continue on to imerick, for an orientation tour to view t e 3thcentury in Jo n s Castle overlookin t e S annon. (B) otel reenhills reat ational outh ourt

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cenic ay on the in of erry Circle the s ectacular in of erry its emerald reen ills and vivid blue seasca es rovide a soul stirrin backdro . We'll see Daniel O'Connell's Cahirciveen, the coastal villa e of Waterville, oll s Ga and t e Black alley, renowned for bein t e last lace in reland wit out electricity and tele one networks. (B)

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perience the conic li s of oher and on to Killarney We leave Limerick and stop at the s ectacular Cli s of o er to visit t e Atlantic d e e ibition. After a scenic drive, we take a s ort ferry ourney across t e S annon estuary. ur ome for t e ne t two ni ts is t e colourful little town of illarney. (B) otel nternational nnisfallen

plore larney and ourney to Waterford Cross t e ru ed erry ountains and travel to Blarney Castle to kiss t e stone and acquire t e ift of t e ab . Continue to Waterford, w ere we will ave dinner at our otel. (B, D) Hotel: Fitzwilton

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hrou h ounty Wicklo s ountryside to u lin Dive Into Culture and witness the centuriesold tradition of craftin fine lass at t e ouse of Waterford Crystal. ur ne t sto is in t e town of New Ross, where we'll see the monument to John . ennedy w o travelled to is ancestral family ometown in 3. We ll visit t e t ree masted famine ship Dunbrody and Dive Into Culture yet a ain, ainin insi ts into t e tra ic li t of t e ris emi rants. Continuin t rou County We ford and the lush countryside of County Wicklow, we journey to ublin sto in en route at Ballyknocken arm ouse. We'll Connect With Locals over a Be My Guest Farewell inner and meet t e ulvio family. (B, BMG, , ) otel layton u lin irport

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n in depth encounter ith the est of reland a aits fro spectacular sights like the li s of Moher and Ring of Kerry to the past and present showcased in Dublin, Galway and pretty Adare. You'll learn all about Irish famine history, former kings and how to embrace the craic.

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Welcome to Ireland Write your own lively tale of le ends and iconic landsca es durin t is e ic encounter wit reland s treasures. We be in our ourney in t e w imsical ca ital of ublin, oinin a Local Specialist to see t e si ts. ris istory takes centre sta e t is evenin as we visit Glasnevin Trust for an informative and oi nant tour wit a Local Specialist. ur visit will Make Travel Matter by reservin ris istory and we ll ear stories about some of t e country s bravest c aracters followed by a Welcome ece tion wit our fellow travellers and Travel irector. (WR, ) Hotel: Maldron Parnell uare layton alls rid e

il ri a e to nock and on to li o ur ourney takes us to West ort ouse w ere we ll Connect With Locals and indul e in a memorable Be My Guest e erience wit tales of t e irate ueen, and en oy Bano ee and Baileys avours in t e rawin oom of t is stately th century ome. eadin nort , we sto in t e il rima e town of nock to view t e arian S rine w ere villa ers witnessed an a arition of ur ady in . We arrive in Sli o t is evenin , our ome for t e ni t. (B, BMG, ) Hotel: Clayton

Journey to Blarney and on to Killarney Today, ursue t e ift of t e ab at Blarney Castle, w ere you ll ave a c ance to kiss t e famous stone. Arrive in illarney for a two ni t stay. (B, D) Hotel: Killarney o ers otel illarney

ay on the in of erry reland s soul stirrin in of erry takes centre sta e today as we embark on a scenic drive ast its mountains, lakes and lus reen countryside unquestionably one of t e most scenic routes in reland. We ll see aniel Connell s Ca irciveen, t e fis in villa e of Waterville, oll s Ga and t e Black alley, w ose remoteness saw it become t e last area in reland to receive electricity. (B) n ards to ively i erick We continue t rou t e windswe t countryside, arrivin in Adare, one of t e rettiest villa es in reland. ur ne t sto is imerick, we ll en oy views of St. ary s Cat edral, t e Treaty Stone and t e 3th century in Jo n s Castle durin an orientation tour. elve into an reland of old, as you discover t e day to day life of t e ris durin t e th and th centuries on your included visit to Bunratty Castle and olk ark t is afternoon. (B) Hotel: Great National South Court/Greenhills

d ire the li s of oher and n ards to al ay We ourney to t e ma nificent Cli s of o er w ic lun e over 200 metres into t e Atlantic waters below. Gain insi ts into t e istory of t ese im osin s eer cli s durin a visit to t e Atlantic d e e ibition. ater, we arrive in Galway wit some time at leisure to see its beautiful stone Cat edral or stroll t rou yre Square. (B) Hotel: Connacht

ay plorin tunnin onne ara Connemara s sava e beauty is yours to e lore today as we tread in t e footste s of scar Wilde w o described its wild and mountainous s lendour as ma nificent. Admire t e views on t e scenic drive to ylemore Abbey, now a Benedictine monastery, w ere we will embark on an included visit to t e country s most romantic castle and walk t rou its e quisite ictorian Walled Garden. (B, D)

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hrou h the cenic ounty Wicklo to Waterford Journey t rou t e scenic countryside of County Wicklow, T e Garden of reland , and on to New oss t e ancestral ome town of Jo n . ennedy. Dive Into Culture and ain insi ts into t e li t of t e starvin ris emi rants w o boarded t e unbrody amine S i to ee t e otato famine. We continue to Waterford, w ere we ll stay overni t. T is afternoon, we celebrate t e centuries old craft of int lass creations, as we Dive Into Culture at t e ouse of Waterford Crystal, witnessin talented master craftsmen at work. (B, D, ) otel it ilton ooley s

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eturn to ively u lin ur ourney continues sout to ublin. ere we ll en oy some free time to take a walk down Grafton Street or stroll alon t e i ey. T is evenin , we close t e c a ter on an e ic ourney t rou reland, oinin our fellow travellers for a memorable arewell inner. (B, FD) Hotel: Clayton Dublin Airport

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Ride into history on this most epic of Northern Ireland trips and discover all the secret gems along the way. Hear the spine-tingling stories of a pirate queen, taste the creamy goodness of Guinness in its home in Dublin and trace the mammoth steps of Giant's Causeway.

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Welcome to the Emerald Isle our ourney t rou a land of music and myt be ins in reland s w imsical ca ital, ublin. n arrival, you ll be transferred to your hotel, then enjoy the rest of the day on your own to kick start your si tseein . T is evenin , oin your Travel Director and fellow travellers for a Welcome ece tion w ere you ll et a lim se of w at lies ahead on your journey. (WR) Hotel: Sandymount Journey to Iconic Belfast Your Local Specialist will reveal all the colourful stories that have shaped Dublin into a city that enchanted the likes of W.B. Yeats and Oscar Wilde. Dive Into Culture and visit the Guinness Store ouse and trace t e istory of reland s beloved Black Stu before leavin ublin, bound for Belfast. ater t is evenin you ll oin your travel companions for dinner at your hotel. (B, D, ) Hotel: Ten Square The Titanic and More in Belfast ou ll ave a full day to delve into t e si ts and sounds of Nort ern reland s trendy ca ital, startin wit a Dive Into Culture visit to the Titanic Experience. Join your Local Specialist for an insider s ers ective on t e city s tumultuous istory, before en oyin t e rest of t e day at leisure. You could choose to join an optional walk with a Local Specialist followed by Fish and Chips. (B, )

Visit the Titanic Belfast Experience. ear t e movin stories of love, loss and coura e t at define t e tra ic tale of t e world s most famous, but ill fated lu ury liner. ead more at trafal ar.com.

Admire the Giant’s Causeway and Continue to Londonderry Trace the coastal route via the Glens of Antrim to the Causeway Coast. Your visit will Make Travel Matter by el in to conserve t is iconic natural landmark. It was here that Finn McCool was said to ave for ed is at to Scotland millions of years a o. ou ll ave some time to tread in is iant footste s before continuin to ondonderry w ere you ll stretc your le s alon t e city s th-century walls with your Local Specialist who will reveal its history and status as a vibrant cultural centre. (B, ) Hotel: City

plore a h Continue to ma today, w ere you ll Dive Into Culture at the Ulster American Folk Park and delve into t e story of t e brave emi rants w o journeyed across the Atlantic to seek a new life in America centuries a o. eturn to ondonderry w ere you ll ave some free time to explore the city at your leisure. (B, )

Enniskillen and on to Westport our first sto today is Belleek, w ere you ll Dive Into Culture and watc talented ottery craftsmen create e quisite collectables. Continue to Enniskillen, a scenic island town with a rich history and surrounded by castles and lakes. ou ll ave some time to e lore its quaint town centre filled wit alleries, caf s and museums before carryin on to West ort. (B, ) Hotel: Westport iscover tunnin chill sland T is mornin , meet your Local Specialist for a walkin tour durin w ic you ll learn about West ort s erita e from it s settlement 5,000 years a o to modern day times. Cross t e brid e to Ac ill sland, las ed by t e Atlantic, carved by wind and drenched by rain for a soul stirrin encounter wit nature. T is evenin s exclusive Be My Guest experience is hosted at Westport ouse, t e stately th century ome of reland s formidable irate ueen, Grace alley. ou ll Connect With Locals over dinner. (B, BMG, ) Explore Galway and Journey to Athlone See first and w y t e ru ed beauty of Con was c osen as t e backdro of Jo n Wayne s award winnin T e uiet an before eadin to Galway. our Travel Director will lead an orientation tour past some of t e city s iconic si ts before you ave some free time to e lore and en oy lunc . our final sto today is Athlone on the banks of the Shannon River. (B) otel thlone prin s

Return to Lively Dublin Enjoy a leisurely start to your day or consider oinin an o tional cruise alon t e Shannon River or a visit to 6th-century Clonmacnoise, ome to western uro e s lar est collection of arly C ristian ravestones. eturn to ublin later w ere you ll ave some free time. T is evenin , embrace t e ood s irits of your ris osts and oin your fellow travellers for a arewell inner you ll remember forever. (B, FD) Hotel: Clayton Dublin Airport

Farewell Dublin All t at s left to say is a fond l g fóill as you prepare for your return journey home. Find out more about your free airport transfer at trafal ar.com/freetransfers. (B)

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plore the erald sle on this ost in depth of rish e perience trips filled ith tales of ythical creatures and the trou led history of an island split in t o. eyond soul stirring landscapes there s ti e ith a local a ie ho ll guide you through elfast.

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Welcome to Ireland Embrace your playful side and discover t e lively ris ca ital before meetin your Travel irector and fellow travellers t is afternoon for a si tseein tour wit your Local Specialist. See St. atrick s Cat edral, t e stately Geor ian Squares and Trinity Colle e. We en oy a Welcome ece tion t is evenin , oinin a Local Specialist at the Glasnevin Trust to hear how our visit will Make Travel Matter and preserves Irish history. (WR, ) Hotel: Mespil/Sandymount

Venture to the Giant’s Causeway and on to Londonderry Dive Into Culture durin a visit to t e award winnin Titanic Belfast erience. Gain insi ts into t e tra ic story of t e Titanic and its assen ers w o lost t eir lives in t e icy Atlantic. We leave t e city be ind us, travellin alon t e beautiful Antrim coast road to t e Giant s Causeway and walk in the footsteps of Finn MacCool. Make Travel Matter by el in to conserve t is iconic natural landmark. Take some time to admire the natural spectacle of 0,000 interlockin basalt columns before continuin to ondonderry, our ome for t e ne t two ni ts. (B, , ) otel ver lades ity otel Discover Londonderry’s Past Join your Local Specialist for a walk alon t e th-century city walls and see t e formerly turbulent Bo side nei bour ood, wit its street murals de ictin t e istory of t e Troubles . S end t e afternoon on your own or consider oinin an tional erience to nis owen eninsula. T is evenin we dine at our otel. (B, D)

Onwards to Scenic County Galway We ourney t rou t e lus countryside to Belleek, w ere we'll Dive Into Culture and witness talented pottery craftsmen create t e e quisite collectables t at ave raced omes since t e mid th century. Arrive in County Galway later, w ere we will stay for t e ne t two ni ts. (B, ) Hotel: Maldron Oranmore/ Maldron Sandy Road

Connemara Excursion T e ru ed beauty of Connemara was ca tured in t e film T e uiet an wit Jo n Wayne and aureen ara. ts lou s and mountains are yours to e lore today durin a scenic drive. We arrive at ylemore Abbey later to visit t e country s most romantic castle and ramble t rou t e idden nooks of its ictorian walled arden. eturnin to Galway, we en oy some free time to e lore its im osin stone Cat edral or stroll t rou yre Square, w ic Jo n . ennedy visited in 3. (B, D)

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Wild food walk on the Atlantic. Meet local orticulturist ona and fora e for mussels, seaweed and ot er wild in redients in Liscannor Bay, followed by a delicious lunch. iscover more at trafal ar.com.

ay on the in of erry T e soul stirrin landsca es of vera eninsula feature on our scenic coastal drive around t e in of erry. n route, we will see illor lin, famous for its annual uck air , as well as aniel Connell s Ca irciveen, t e fis in villa e of Waterville, the Black Valley and Moll's Gap. (B, D)

to larney Waterford and ilkenny Today you mi t acquire t e ift of t e ab , bendin over backwards to kiss the Blarney Stone before we travel to Waterford. Admire t e delicate creations of fine crystal durin a visit to t e ouse of Waterford Crystal where we will Dive Into Culture and witness a demonstration by master craftsmen. T is evenin , we arrive in Kilkenny. (B, ) otel ilkenny

hrou h ounty Wicklo s ountryside to u lin After a mornin e loration of ilkenny, we de art for New Ross where we'll see the monument to John F. Kennedy, who visited his ancestral family hometown in 3. We Dive Into Culture and ain insi ts into t e tra ic li t of ris emi rants durin t e otato famine of t e 00s on our visit to t e nearby t ree masted amine S i unbrody. Journey t rou t e lus ris countryside of County Wicklow, the 'Garden of Ireland', and back to ublin later. ere we ll s end our final evenin at a arewell inner wit our travel com anions s arin stories of a memorable ourney t rou reland. (B, FD, ) otel andy ount alls rid e

Farewell Dublin It's time to say a fond farewell to Ireland and newfound friends as you prepare to end your wonderful ris e erience. ind out more about your free air ort transfer at trafal ar.com/freetransfers. (B)

plore the li s of oher and illarney See the im osin s eer Cli s of o er rise over 200 metres above t e oundin sea and learn about t e istory of t ese natural enomena durin a visit to t e Atlantic d e e ibition. We Connect With Locals and oin ona to fora e before our Be My Guest e erience at Barrtra Seafood restaurant alon t e world famous Wild Atlantic Way. n oy s ectacular views of t e dramatic coastline before boardin a ferry across t e tranquil S annon iver estuary. T en, continue t rou County erry to your Connect With Locals WR Welcome Reception B Breakfast

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Journey to Colourful Belfast eavin t e cosmopolitan streets of Dublin behind, we travel to Belfast, where we'll have some free time for lunch. Later, we meet our Local Specialist 'Cabbie' for an insider view of t e city s livin istory on a ourney t rou its vibrant streets in a real ta i. S end t e rest of t e afternoon at leisure, or er a s oin an tional erience. (B) Hotel: Park Inn by Radisson/Maldron City

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Onwards to Beautiful Belfast Belfast beckons today and we journey to Northern Ireland for some time at leisure. Join a Local Specialist to view the historic murals and see the City Hall. Dive Into Culture at the Titanic Belfast erience, ainin insi ts into t e world s most famous s i and t e tra edy t at befell it. T is evenin , we dine in our otel. (B, D, ) Hotel: Maldron City

Admire Belleek’s Famous Pottery Explore the town of one al located at t e mout of t e iver ske and one al Bay. Consider visitin t e ancient one al Castle, once t e stron old of t e onnell clan. T is afternoon, we visit Belleek w ere we ll Dive Into Culture and learn about the locally made Irish pottery for which t e re ion is famous. (B, ) il ri a e to nock and on to ounty al ay The i li t of t is mornin s drive sout for lovers of oetry is a view of t e final restin lace of celebrated ris oet W.B. eats in rumcli . Continuin to t e il rima e town of nock, we visit t e beautiful arian S rine w ere t e ir in ary, Saint Jose , and Jo n t e van elist are said to ave made an a earance to the townsfolk in 1879. We continue to County Galway. (B) Hotel: Maldron Oranmore

d ire tunnin onne ara The untamed landsca es of Connemara rovide a soul stirrin backdro for your scenic drive to ylemore Abbey. T is afternoon s end free time in Galway, before en oyin dinner at your hotel. (B, D)

plore the li s of oher and illarney ur encounter wit t e ru ed beauty of reland continues as we see t e s ectacular Cli s of o er lun in into t e wild Atlantic over 200 metres below. T is evenin is yours to s end as you wis in illarney, but er a s we can tempt you with a bit of craic at a traditional Irish ceilidh. (B) Hotel: International

ay on the in of erry Circle t e mystical in of erry. iew t e island s stunnin scenery as you ourney t rou oll s Ga and take a moment to capture the marvellous natural scenery at Ladies View. ou ll ave an evenin o to e lore on your own. (B)

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A Day at the Giant’s Causeway Visit the Giant's Causeway and Make Travel Matter durin your visit, which helps to conserve this iconic landmark, the result of ancient volcanic activity. (B, ) ourney to ondonderry and ounty one al Traversin Nort ern reland, we arrive at t e old walled city of Londonderry, where we join a Local Specialist w o will reveal t e former stru les of t e re ion, durin a visit of t e eo le s Gallery in Bo side. (B, D) Hotel: Kee’s

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ee the i hts in larney ork and Waterford Your ift of t e ab secured after kissin t e Blarney Stone, we venture to Cork. ur final sto today is in medieval Waterford w ere we ll s end t e ne t two ni ts. (B) Hotel: Marina Uncover the Treasures of Kilkenny A leisurely start to your mornin could see you stroll alon ea er s Quay, before you visit the House of Waterford to Dive Into Culture and witness t e art of creatin e quisite crystal. Dive Into Culture a ain wit a visit of ilkenny Castle, an An lo Norman castle t at sits ma estically over t e Nore iver. We s end t e rest of t e afternoon at leisure in Waterford, t ou you may wis to oin an tional erience tryin your and at reland s national s ort, urlin . (B, )

Venture to Wexford and Return to Dublin Traverse beautiful County We ford to t e Jo n . ennedy Arboretum. We take a ste back in time to t e 00s as we visit the three-masted Famine Ship Dunbrody, where we'll Dive Into Culture and ain insi ts into t e tra ic potato famine. We join the Fulvio family and Connect With Locals over dinner at a Be My Guest experience, savourin ris fare wit an talian twist served at t eir Ballyknocken Farmhouse near Dublin. (B, BMG, , ) Hotel: Maldron Kevin Street

Discover Diverse Dublin We wander t rou ublin t is mornin , oinin a Local Specialist for a superb si tseein tour t at will see us view Trinity Colle e and t e ma nificent Geor ian Squares. T is evenin , let t e rousin sounds of a traditional ris cabaret tem t you for an tional erience t at will ave you dancin your way t rou t e ublin streets. (B)

Farewell Ireland ur memorable ourney t rou reland is at its end. All t at s left to say is slán abhaile to newfound friends as you prepare to depart home. Find out more about your free airport transfer at trafal ar.com/freetransfers. (B)

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Hello Dublin ou re in for a lyrical love a air with Ireland's whimsical capital, your launch pad to an enc antin encounter wit t e merald sle and Scotland. T is evenin , you ll oin your Travel Director and fellow travellers for a Welcome Reception on Dublin's 200-year-old Grand Canal. (WR) Hotel: Clayton Leopardstown Journey to Harbourside County Galway Poetry and politics, music and literature – Dublin is famous for all this and more as you'll come to discover when you oin a Local Specialist to delve into the city's iconic si ts, tumultuous istory and even a few idden ems. Tread in t e footste s of Art ur Guinness, James Joyce and Bono as you pound the cobbled pavements in search of Dublin's many stories. Then, leave the capital behind bound for the harbour city of Galway, known as the 'City of the Tribes'. (B) Hotel: Maldron Sandy Road

ncover och ess in the cottish i hlands Sensational scenery follows your ourney t rou t e Scottis i lands from Glas ow to Newtonmore. Loch Lomond sets the tone with views over the water to cra y Ben omond. Continue to Glencoe w ere t e tra ic th-century massacre of the MacDonalds turned the wild beauty of this valley into a 'Glen of Wee in . T en, on to ort William, before arrivin in oc Ness, w ere you ll kee a keen eye out for t e beloved monster that lurks beneath its surface. (B, D) otel i hlander ontinue to le ant din ur h It's never too early for a wee dram when you travel the wilds of Scotland. our day be ins wit a visit to itloc ry and t e Blair At ol w isky distillery w ere you ll Dive Into Culture and learn ow Scotland s olden oodness is made. Continue to t e ome of olfin ods, St. Andrews. ou ll view its famous th ole before continuin to dinbur . (B, ) Hotel: Jurys inn

d ire tunnin onne ara Connemara s sava e beauty takes centre sta e today on your full day e cursion t rou t e endless s ades of reen which once captured the heart of Oscar Wilde. Visit ylemore Abbey, a ma nificent castellated structure built as a family ome and now in abited by a rou of Benedictine nuns. Later, we visit the Connemara Marble artisan workshop where you'll Dive Into Culture and witness first and ow t eir famous ade like marble is carved. (B, )

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n ards to oetic ru cli and one al See first and w y t e ru ed beauty of Con was c osen as t e backdro of Jo n Wayne s award winnin T e Quiet Man'. Travel to Westport on Ireland's west coast for a memorable Be My Guest e erience filled wit tales of t e irate ueen and Bano ee and Baileys avours. ou ll Connect With Locals over lunch in the drawin room of Grace alley s stately th-century ome. Sto in rumcli , w ere acclaimed oet and laywri t, W.B. eats was laid to rest. T en, continue to one al, t e ateway to t e Wild Atlantic Way. (B, BMG, ) Hotel: Central

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Whisky tastin in cotland. Learn all about t e world s finest and smoot est Scotc w isky w ile en oyin a wee dram of 2 year old sin le malt at itloc ry s famous Blair At ol distillery. ead more at trafal ar.com.

Venture to Londonderry and Belfast Start your day with a visit to Londonderry where a Local Specialist will take you on a stroll alon its ancient walls. ollow t e scenic Causeway Coastal oute t rou rollin countryside and ast ru ed cli s to t e Giant s Causeway. Your visit will Make Travel Matter by el in to conserve t is iconic landmark. Continue to Belfast, your ome for t e ne t two ni ts. (B, ) Hotel: Park Inn by Radisson

plore din ur h Your Local Specialist will uide your si tseein tour t rou its medieval ld Town to t e ele ant Geor ian fa ades across t e eit . See the Royal Mile and the Palace of Holyroodhouse before visitin dinbur Castle, erc ed ato Castle ock. T is afternoon, you ll ave some free time to e lore on your own before oinin your travel com anions for a rousin arewell inner to toast your memorable ourney to et er. (B, FD)

Discover Colourful Belfast lore Nort ern reland s trendy ca ital today, startin wit a visit to t e Titanic Belfast erience, w ere you ll Dive Into Culture and ain insi ts into t e tra ic story of t e famous s i . Your Local Specialist will oin you for a si tseein tour t rou t e city. Take t e rest of t e afternoon to explore at your leisure. (B, )

Journey Home Imbued with Gaelic spirit, your holiday has come to an end. Bid your new friends a fond farewell as you re are for your return ourney home. Find out more about your free airport transfer at trafal ar.com/freetransfers. (B)

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Welcome to Dublin Delve into the whimsy of the Irish capital, then join your fellow travellers and Travel Director for a Welcome Reception. (WR) otel espil alls rid e Discover Diverse Dublin rive t rou t e streets of ublin, oinin your Local Specialist for a si tseein tour ast t e stately Geor ian Squares and St. Patrick's Cathedral. Spend the rest of the day on your own or consider oinin an tional erience at an Irish cabaret. (B)

Onwards to Blarney and Killarney Maybe, bend over backwards and kiss t e Blarney Stone to acquire t e ift of t e ab , before crossin t e erry ountains to County erry. We visit t e workin farms of uckross, where we'll Connect With Locals over dinner at a Be My Guest e erience in t e uilles arm ouse. (B, BMG, ) Hotel: Killarney Towers/Hotel Killarney ay on the in of erry mbark on a soul stirrin ourney around t e in of erry . See aniel Connell s Ca irciveen, t e fis in villa e of Waterville, the Black Valley and Moll's Gap. (B) Continue to Galway and Coastal Enniscrone Drive to Adare, one of reland s rettiest villa es, known for its t atc ed cotta es. See t e im osin stone cat edral, built on t e site of an old rison and yre Square on our ne t sto in Galway, w ere we ll en oy some free time to e lore t e city before continuin our ourney nort ward. T is evenin we dine in our otel. (B, D) Hotel: Ocean Sands/The Ellison to one al and on to ondonderry Head north to one al wit its iamond centre before oinin a Local Specialist in Londonderry to see the 'Troubles' nei bour ood of Bo side. (B) otel ver lades ity

Admire the Giant’s Causeway and on to Belfast Tread in t e footste s of inn acCool and alon t e ot er worldly Giant s Causeway ste s t at descend into the sea. Your visit will Make Travel Matter by el in to conserve this iconic landmark. We arrive in Belfast later and visit t e Titanic Belfast erience, w ere we ll Dive Into Culture and ain insi ts into t e tra ic story of the famous ship. (B, , ) Hotel: Stormont

Continue Over the Sea to Skye Journey to t e tra ic site of the 1692 massacre of the MacDonalds at the Glen of Wee in . Continue to ort William at t e foot of Britain s i est mountain, Ben Nevis. T en, cross to t e sle of Skye, w ere we ll s end t is evenin dinin in our hotel. (B, D) Hotel: Dunollie

Journey to Waterford Dive Into Culture and e lore reland s stron tradition of breedin world class t orou breds at t e ris National Stud. We travel to t e ouse of Waterford Crystal t is afternoon and Dive Into Culture yet a ain, witnessin talented master craftsmen at work in t eir works o . (B, ) Hotel: Fitzwilton

ross the rish ea to las o Join your Local Specialist in Belfast t is mornin for an included city tour to ueen s niversity and City all. We board our ferry at Larne and cross to Cairnryan in Scotland, drivin to Glas ow. (B) Hotel: Hilton Garden Inn City Centre/Maldron iscover las o s ich e acy Delve into Scotland's intri uin cultural ca ital and stroll t rou t e toon to admire views of Geor e Square and t e iver Clyde, once t e eart of Scotland s s i buildin industry. We ead to w isky country ne t, visitin t e beautiful Glen oyne w isky distillery w ere we ll Dive Into Culture and learn how to make Scotland's favourite oney coloured drink wit a c ance to sam le a wee dram. ur earts warmed, we return to Glas ow for some free time to e lore t e city. (B, ) Connect With Locals WR Welcome Reception B Breakfast

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Venture to Loch Ness and Culloden in the Scottish i hlands We leave t e ru ed beauty of Skye be ind and venture ast ilean onan Castle before continuin alon t e banks of oc Ness. See t e bloody battlefield of Culloden. T is evenin we dine at our otel in t e Scottis i lands. (B, D) otel i hlander ourney to nchantin din ur h Traversin t e dramatic landsca es of t e Scottis i lands, we ass itloc ry before arrivin in St. Andrews to see its famous olf course on w ic olfin reats ave clamoured to play for centuries. We cross the scenic irt of ort to enc antin dinbur , our ome for t e ne t two ni ts. er a s, take to t e streets of t e Scottis ca ital t is evenin , soakin u its warmt and conviviality wit an evenin of traditional dance, music and Scottish fare. Tickets to see the spectacular dinbur Tattoo are included on de artures t at coincide with performance dates. (B) Hotel: Novotel City Centre/Apex Haymarket

ncover din ur h s reasures Join your Local Specialist for a uided si tseein tour includin a visit to dinbur Castle. See t e oyal ile, t e ele ant Palace of Holyrood in the shadow of Arthur's Seat, and t e new Scottis arliament buildin . We oin our Travel Director and fellow travellers for a Farewell Dinner. (B, FD)

are ell din ur h For now it's time to say a fond farewell to Scotland and our newfound friends, at t e end of an unfor ettable Celtic so ourn. Find out more about your free airport transfer at trafal ar.com/freetransfers. (B) Please Note: Hotels in the Scottish Highlands and on the Isle of Skye are generally simpler establishments typical of the region. Accommodation on the Isle of Skye may be substituted with accommodation on the mainland. All sightseeing will remain the same as per the itinerary.

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Experience the Best of Scotland from Edinburgh Castle to the eclectic streets of Glasgow. Revel in the romance and history of the Scottish Highlands and contemplate the mysterious depths of Loch Ness, before toasting bonnie Scotland's lochs, glens and legendary locals.

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Welco e to din ur h Get lost in the narrow lanes of dinbur t e Scottis ca ital wit a mystical air combinin ancient erita e wit t e verve of a modern city. S end your day at leisure delvin into its ric istory and embracin t e warm culture of t e Scots, before oinin your travel com anions and Travel irector for a Welcome ece tion wit a li t meal and drinks. (WR) Hotel: Novotel Centre/Apex Haymarket

inde endence. ater, Dive Into Culture at Glen oyne Whisky Distillery and enjoy a wee dram before oinin the Wood family at their 15th century farm on t e s ores of oc Ard to Connect With Locals over a ome cooked Be My Guest arewell inner, amidst tales of ob oy and a few foot ta in ceilidh tunes. (B, BMG, , )

iscover nchantin din ur h Join your Local Specialist t is mornin for an intri uin si tseein tour of t e city. Ascend Castle ock and visit dinbur Castle, w ic watc es over t e surroundin city from its elevated vanta e oint. Stroll t rou t e ld Town alon t e oyal ile and see t e stunnin alace of olyrood ouse, before en oyin time at leisure to soak u t e city s festive atmos ere. Tickets to see t e s ectacular dinbur Tattoo are included on departures that coincide with performance dates. (B) enture into the cottish i hlands Tread in the footste s of t e world s olfin reats and ead to St. Andrews en route to t e lorious Scottis i lands. A scenic drive takes us nort and across t e irt of Tay, ast t e city of undee to itloc ry. After lunc , en oy some free time to e lore its river side settin or oin an tional erience to Blair Castle, t e ancestral ome of t e Clan urray. ur day in beautiful surrounds comes to an end with a cosy dinner at our otel located wit in t e Cairn orms National ark in t e Scottis i lands. (B, D) otel a an rai lynne plore ulloden och ess and the sle of kye Continue your ourney to t e tra ic battlefield of Culloden. ay tribute to t e brave men w o lost t eir lives in t e Jacobite risin , t en ourney ast Scotland s infamous oc Ness. T e ru ed beauty of Eilean Donan Castle will leave you speechless before you continue your journey to the coast and cross to t e sle of Skye. eat er clad eaks rovide a stunnin backdro for our scenic drive across t e Sleat eninsula. ndul e in some free time for lunc before boardin your ferry in Armadale and crossin to allai , back on t e mainland. (B, D) ourney to hrivin las o ur first sto today sees us commemorate World War II history at the Commando emorial near ort William, from w ic we admire s ectacular views of Britain s i est eak Ben Nevis. We ourney t rou t e volcanic ruins and precipitous mountains that lie ust beyond Glencoe to see t e Glen of Wee in . ere we remember t e ac onald clansmen w o were massacred in 2. Continuin towards t e iver Clyde, we arrive at our final sto for t e day Glas ow. (B) otel ro ne la a

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i hland fun on a cottish far . The Wood family s 5th century farm is t e venue for a ceilid , com lete wit earty i land fare, foot ta in tunes and t e le end of ob oy. earn more at trafal ar.com.

are ell las o T e ru ed beauty and warmt of Scotland s eo le forever in your memories, we en oy one last hearty breakfast with our travel companions before wis in t em and your Travel irector a fond farewell. Find out more about your free airport transfer at trafal ar.com/freetransfers. (B) lease ote otels in t e Scottis ig lands are generally simpler establishments typical of the region.

The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo 6 – 28 August 2021

ne of t e most s ectacular annual events is t e Edinburgh Tattoo. It is simply not to be missed. Military bands from all over the world take to the esplanade of Edinburgh Castle to play rousing tunes culminating in the haunting melody of t e one i er. T e Tattoo is run for c aritable causes and has donated over £5 million to military and civilian charities and organisations. rafalgar includes tickets and arrange ents for our guests for every trip in this rochure that stays in din urgh during the attoo.

Walk the Walls of tirlin astle Madainn mhath! W ile your Gaelic may be a little rusty, your orientation tour around t is ed y city will be anyt in but. Be in your day seein Glas ow s iconic si ts. n oy views of t e Necro olis, t e re al Geor e Square and iver Clyde, for over 200 years t e centre of s i buildin . Journey to Stirlin , to see its illto fortress, w ic stands as a symbol of national ride. Stirlin Castle was once t e seat of Scottis kin s and queens, includin ary, ueen of Scots. iew t e Wallace onument from t e castle walls, ayin tribute to t e Scottis ero w o fou t for Scotland s

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This unforgettable Scottish Highlands trip travels into the far-reaches of Scotland's rugged countryside. Keep your eyes peeled for Nessie, delve into the history of the kings and warriors and join the Wood family for a ceilidh and lunch in the ‘presence' of Rob Roy.

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Welco e to din ur h Enjoy your day at leisure before oinin your fellow travellers and Travel Director for a Welcome Reception to kick-start your turas t rou an unima inably beautiful art of t e world. (WR) Hotel: Apex Haymarket/Marriott

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iscover nchantin din ur h Let your Local Specialist take you on an informative si tseein tour of dinbur . See t e re al alace of olyrood ouse, t e new Scottis arliament Buildin and t e oyal ile, before visitin dinbur Castle, erc ed ato Castle Rock. Spend the rest of the day at leisure. Tickets to see t e dinbur Tattoo are included on departures that coincide with performance dates. (B)

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enture to ulloden and the cottish i hlands Dive Into Culture and learn about the local whisky industry at a famous distillery, includin a tastin of Scotland s muc loved olden nectar. earts and ands warmed, we wind our way to t e tra ic battlefield and isitor Centre at Culloden, ast ru ed landsca es and t e im osin Cairn orms ountains. ur final sto for t e ni t is in t e Scottis i lands. (B, ) otel arr rid e ourney to och ess nverness and hurso The mystical aunt of Nessie is our first sto today before assin t rou nverness en route to unrobin Castle. S end your afternoon e lorin t e castle s c teau like structure and surrounds, once ome to t e Clan Sut erland. Arrivin in T urso, our ome for t e ne t two ni ts, we en oy dinner at our otel. (B, D) otel entland orse an ay on the rkney slands We board a ferry to Sout onaldsay in t e rkney slands, viewin t e stretch of WWII causeways known as the Churchill Barriers. isit t e ornate talian C a el, built by talian risoners of war. See t e re istoric free standin stones of t e in of Brod ar, before visitin Skara Brae and delvin into t e stories of t e Neolit ic villa e. We stop at beautiful Kirkwall Cathedral for a photo o ortunity before returnin to our otel for dinner. (B, D)

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isit the rkney slands. re are for an encounter with ancient and more recent istory, from t e re istoric in of Brod ar to the Churchill Barriers and Italian chapel from WW . ead more at trafal ar.com.

ver the ea to kye Dramatic landscapes accompany our scenic drive alon t e ru ed nort west coastline of t e Scottis i lands to remote lla ool on t e s ores of oc Broom. We ourney to t e 3th-century ilean onan Castle, t en continue to t e sle of Skye w ere we ll stay overni t and en oy a dinner in our hotel. (B, D) otel in s r s n ards to an We return to t e mainland, followin a beautiful route t at takes us ast t e Glenfinnan iaduct w ic arry otter s o warts ress once crossed to is beloved sc ool of ma ic. We ass ort William, renowned as t e ateway to Ben Nevis, before continuin to ban. (B) otel he oyal ail to the sles of ull and ona Set sail from Oban to the Isle of Mull. Cross the pretty island countryside to catch a ferry from Fionnphort to the island of Iona. Before our ourney back to ban, we ll ave t e c ance to view ili d rain, t e final restin lace of many Scottis kin s. (B, D)

to las o A solemn reminder of the MacDonald clansmen, w o were massacred at t e Glen of Wee in , marks our ourney sout to Glas ow. We follow t e banks of oc omond, t en en oy an orientation tour visitin St. un o s Cat edral and viewin Geor e Square. (B) otel oliday nn heatreland

ncover tirlin astle s ecrets n oy a visit to Stirlin Castle s rounds. T en, visit t e s lendidly decorated oyal alace of in James and view t e renowned Stirlin eads, before embarkin on an e cursion to Bannockburn. Connect With Locals t is afternoon, oinin the Wood family for a memorable Be My Guest experience at t eir 5th century farm on t e s ores of oc Ard, amidst tales of Rob Roy. (B, BMG, )

are ell las o It's time to say a fond farewell to our travel companions and Travel Director as our memorable holiday comes to an end. Find out more about your free air ort transfer at trafal ar.com/freetransfers. (B) lease ote otels in t e Scottis ig lands and on the Isle of Skye are generally simpler establishments typical of the region. Accommodation on the Isle of Skye may be substituted with accommodation on the mainland. All sightseeing will remain the same as per the itinerary.

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A Day of Abbeys, Landscapes and History A scenic day s e cursion brin s us to t e ruins of t e 2th-century Au ustinian Jedbur Abbey, w ic we will ave an o ortunity to view. Continue to nearby elrose Abbey, said to be t e final restin lace of t e embalmed eart of Robert the Bruce. We take the scenic route back to dinbur t is afternoon, followin t e lus reen landsca es alon t e Tweed iver. (B) Explore Glamis Castle and on to Creative Dundee T is mornin , we cross t e irt of ort to t e celebrated ome of olf St. Andrews, to view its ancient university and famous olf course. S akes eare s acbet takes centre sta e as we visit Glamis Castle, once t e ome of t e beloved ueen ot er and birt lace of rincess ar aret. n oy a uided tour of t e castle and e lore its beautiful ardens, before we travel to t e waterfront city of undee, distin uis ed for its status as t e first N SC City of esi n, and t e ori inal ome of marmalade. (B) Hotel: Apex City Quay

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din urgh attoo ugust We've included Tattoo tickets when you're in Edinburgh during these dates. See age 5 for furt er details.

eversed tinerary The departure marked will operate in reverse and may stay in alternative hotels to those listed opposite. All sightseeing and inclusions will remain as described.

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Travel with Claire and Jamie on a blockbuster trip inspired by the award-winning drama a out their love a air through the ages. isit so e of the nota le fil locations and other highlights of cotland including the cottish ighlands rkney sland and the sle of kye.

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Stirling Castle

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Welco e to din ur h A ca tivatin tale of edcoats and ru ed i landers is revealed on t is utlander ins ired aunt t rou t e dramatic landsca es of Scotland. We be in our ourney in t e enc antin ca ital of dinbur wit some free time to ramble t rou its medieval streets, before oinin our fellow travellers and Travel irector for a earty Scottis Welcome ece tion. (WR) Hotel: Novotel Centre iscover nchantin din ur h Soak up the mystical atmosphere of Auld Reekie t is mornin , as you oin a Local Specialist for an intri uin si tseein tour of t e city, includin a visit to dinbur Castle erc ed ato Castle ock. Tread in t e footste s of Jamie and is beloved sassenach, embarkin on an utlander walkin tour t rou ld Town s windin cobblestone lanes. S end t e rest of t e day at leisure. (B) plore utlander il ocations We visit the 15th century walls of Blackness Castle on the shores of the scenic irt of ort t e backdro for t e infamous ort William rison in utlander season . T en, cross t e ort to t e fictional villa e of Cranesmuir, real life Culross. ere we ll see Claire s erb arden and Geillis uncan s ome. (B)

at t e contem orary isitor Centre, before continuin t rou nverness en route to T urso, t e most nort erly town in mainland Scotland. (B, D) otel entland 7

ee utlander i hts and ourney to undee We arrive in alkland, t e utlander film location for 0s nverness. Sto in at Covenanter otel, w ic doubled as rs Baird s B B in t e series, before eadin to St. Andrews. ur final sto today is undee, w ere we ll view t e RRS Discovery, t e last traditional wooden t ree masted s i built in Britain. (B) otel pe ity uay

enture into the cottish i hlands Celebrate rural Scottis erita e at t e i land olk useum, wit its recreated th century towns i , once used as a location in t e filmin of utlander season . Dive Into Culture and ain insi ts into rural life in Scotland from t e th century to t e mid 20th century, admirin t e e tensive collection of artefacts. We continue t rou t e ru ed landsca es of t e Scottis i lands to our otel. (B, ) otel arr rid e

he i hts of ulloden nverness and hurso ur first sto today is t e bloody battlefield of Culloden, w ere Bonnie rince C arlie s Jacobite army was defeated in . We relive t e brief, but brutal battle

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ver the ea to kye We travel south to soak up the seafarin c arm of lla ool, a fis in town on oc Broom. We traverse t e ru ed countryside and see t e island fortress of ilean onan Castle. Continuin to t e sle of Skye, we ear about Bonnie rince C arlie s darin esca e over t e sea to Skye . T is evenin , we en oy dinner at our otel. (B, D) otel in s r s ontinue to ort Willia and inlock annoch Board a ferry back to t e mainland to allai and later, travel to ort William via t e ma nificent Glenfinnan iaduct. Admire e quisite views of Britain s i est mountain, Ben Nevis, before travellin ast t e reci itous mountains of Glencoe to see t e Glen of Wee in . (B) otel acdonald och annoch

perience the ocal Whiskey Today, we Dive Into Culture and learn about t e local w isky industry at t e famous Blair At ol istillery, includin a tastin of Scotland s muc loved olden nectar. isit itloc ry on t e banks of t e Tummel and en oy some free time for lunc . (B, D, )

d ire cottish astles and on to las o ead to oune Castle, w ic served as t e film location for Castle eoc in utlander. We see t e site w ere Clan acken ie welcomed and osted Claire on er arrival in th century Scotland, t en ead to Stirlin and its ma nificent castle. iew t e site of t e Battle of Bannockburn, before arrivin in Glas ow for an evenin at leisure. (B) otel aldron oliday nn heatreland

ourney to inlith o alace T is mornin , we en oy an orientation tour of t e city, includin a visit to t e masterfully crafted St. un o s Cat edral, t e utlander film location for o ital des An es in aris. We visit inlit ow alace, w ic doubled as t e rison entrance and corridors of Wentwort rison. ater oin t e Wood family at t eir 5th century istorical farm on t e s ores of oc Ard. We ll Connect With Locals over a ome cooked arewell Be My Guest unc amidst intri uin tales of ob oy. (B, BMG, )

are ell las o As the chapter closes on our utlander ins ired ourney t rou t e wilds of Scotland and centuries of fascinatin erita e, we say farewell to our newfound friends and re are to return to reality. ind out more about your free air ort transfer at trafal ar.com/freetransfers. (B)

isit lackness astle. Go be ind t e 15th century walls of t e settin for utlander s infamous ort William rison w ere a fictional Ca tain andall unis ed is ca tive, Jamie. iscover more at trafal ar.com.

ay on the rkney slands rom t e coastal villa e of Jo n Groats, we catc t e ferry t at crosses t e entland irt and arrive at Sout onaldsay. T e le end of rkney s myt ical Selkies, w ic s ift t eir aquatic form on land to walk as umans, is e lored today as we roam t ese mystical islands bound for t e remains of t e Neot ilic Skara Brae villa e. Wander freely amon st t e standin stones of t e in of Brod ar, before a final oto sto at irkwall cat edral and t e ferry ride back to t e mainland. (B, D)

lease ote otels in t e Scottis ig lands and on t e sle of Skye are generally sim ler establis ments ty ical of t e region. Accommodation on t e sle of Skye may be substituted wit accommodation on t e mainland. All sig tseeing will remain t e same as er t e itinerary.

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Paris Explorer 8 Days

1 Country

10 Meals

Remember why you love to travel on this in-depth Paris trip. You'll blend your very own unique fragrance, go behind the scenes and uncover the secrets of Montmartre's artists' quarter and imagine the charmed life of the 'Sun King' as you explore Versailles.

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PARIS

• Visit t e i el Tower, ra onard arfumerie, t e oyal state of ersailles includin t e oyal alace, t e etit Trianon and arie Antoinette s amlet e etit ameau , t e villa e of ontmartre and t e ouvre useum

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Welcome to Paris Paris is yours to explore on this indepth City Explorer. Check in to your centrally located otel and s end t e afternoon ettin to know your surrounds. Wander t rou t e leafy boulevards and windin lanes of t e renc ca ital, sto in for a leisurely café au lait w ile watc in so isticated arisians o by. T is evenin , oin your fellow travellers and Travel Director for a quintessentially Parisian Welcome Reception. (WR) Hotel: Le Méridien Etoile aris and the i el o er Join your Travel Director t is mornin for a tour of t is mesmerisin city. iew t e rand C am s lys es, lace de la Concorde and Arc de Triom e, built by Na oleon in t e th century. elve into its idden squares and secret assa es, visitin one of aris s most istoric nei bour oods and a favourite local haunt that remains a secret to outsiders. Ne t you ll Dive Into Culture at ra onard arfumerie for a visit wit a certified nose w o will uide you in t e creation of your own unique fra rance. ater, you ll e erience a true arisian i li t. Ascend to t e second level of t e i el Tower for incredible views of t e city, t en en oy an afternoon tea at t e Tower s restaurant. (B, )

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Experience the Marais and French Cuisine Explore t e intri uin and beautiful arais district on a walkin tour. See t e mansions and courtyards of t is deli tful corner of aris. T en, Dive Into Culture, savourin t e e quisite avours of renc cuisine as you meet a arisian c ef for an unfor ettable lunc e erience. elve into local culinary secrets, and delicious avours and aromas, w ic you will ave an o ortunity to create yourself and en oy afterwards. S end t e rest of t e day at leisure. T is evenin , er a s connect wit t e a eantry of a traditional cabaret erformance at t e world famous oulin ou e. (B, L, )

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earn to cook ith a arisian chef. Butter lays a starrin role in t is mout waterin lesson in French cuisine. Leave with a few tips and tricks up your sleeve and feast on your creations. earn more at trafal ar.com.

Consider an Optional D-Day Experience Spend t e day soakin u t e si ts and sounds of t is ele ant uro ean ca ital. our Travel irector will su est activities and attractions t at will ensure a memorable day s ent discoverin aris. ou may wis to experience a full-day Optional Experience on the Normandy coast to uncover t e oi nant istory of t e ay andin s. S end your evenin at leisure e lorin t e city s litterin si ts at ni t. (B) A Day to Explore Versailles Tread in the footsteps of renc nobility and e lore t e o ulence and s lendour of ersailles. Join a Local Specialist as you wander t rou t e alace s e traordinary all of irrors and Battles Gallery. Stroll t rou t e picturesque Royal Gardens and visit the Petit Trianon to see first and ow t e renc oyal amily lived in rivate, before discoverin arie Antoinette s amlet. eturn to aris later for an evenin at leisure. (B)

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Bastille Day is a national oliday in rance. Celebrations will be taking lace t roug out aris on July.

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Treasures of France including Normandy 8 Days

1 Country

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Travel from Paris and the Loire Valley to the D-Day landing beaches on this in-depth France and Normandy tour. Imagine life as a French noble when you dine at a chateau and learn all about the battles that were fought here through the ages.

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Bonjour Paris Bienvenue! T e City of i ts welcomes you as you prepare to embark on an unfor ettable ourney t rou rance. Join your fellow travellers and Travel irector t is evenin for a Welcome Reception and orientation drive to admire the litterin citysca e of aris ast rand boulevards and iconic sites like the Champs Élysées and the Arc de Triom e. (WR) otel ver reen aurel d ire or andy s olourful on eur and the Bayeux Tapestry T is mornin , we de art aris and venture to t e city of ouen, t e tra ic site w ere Joan of Arc was burnt at t e stake. We travel to t e enc antin arbour town of on eur its narrow lanes and colourful s o fronts ave lon attracted artists w o ave immortalised its beauty on canvas. Arrivin in Bayeu , we visit t e Ta estry useum. ere you ll Dive Into Culture and see t e Bayeu Ta estry, de ictin events before and durin t e Battle of astin s in 0 . T is evenin , we dine at our otel. (B, D, ) otel ercure aha each plore the ay andin eaches We be in t e day visitin t e American an ers emorial at ointe du oc. ay tribute to t e brave souls w o lost t eir lives on t e ay andin Beac es of ma a, ima inin t e sense of terror and trium felt t e fateful day that Allied forces set foot on mainland uro e. We sto for lunc in t e seaside settin of Arromanc es, once at t e eart of t e Normandy landin s, before visitin t e ay useum to learn about t e artificial arbour used by t e Allies. inis t e day on t e beac es of Juno, w ere t e Canadian forces came as ore in . (B)

ontinue to the eautiful oire alley Journey t rou t e scenic countryside, sto in to Connect With Locals at a lunc wit wine in a th-century c teau durin a Be My Guest e erience set wit in beautiful ardens. We ourney to t e oire alley, w ere we will s end t e ne t two ni ts. (B, BMG, ) Hotel: Novotel Amboise

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Farewell Paris For now it's time to say a fond au revoir to France and your fellow travellers at the end of a memorable tri . ind out more about your free air ort transfer at trafal ar.com/freetransfers. (B)

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iscover the tunnin rench h teau We spend our day admirin t e beautiful c teau of t e oire alley and oin a Local Specialist for a visit to the Amboise oyal C teau. t is ere t at in ran ois osted eonardo da inci, w ose tomb now lies in t e C a el of Saint ubert ad oinin t e c teau. We continue wit a visit to C enonceau, built on t e C er iver. (B) ontinue to hartres and aris ur first sto today is the town Chartres and its beautiful Roman Catholic Cat edral, re arded as one of t e most aut entic and com lete works of reli ious arc itecture from t e early 3th century. We ourney back to aris t is afternoon and s end t e rest of our day in t e City of i ts wit free time to take in some of t e si ts. Celebrate with your Travel Director and newfound friends t is evenin at a arewell inner wit local wines at a arisian bistro. (B, FD) Hotel: Renaissance La Défense

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ourney to ictures ue ont aint ichel This mornin , travel to t e fortified island town of ont Saint ic el. ere we ll oin a Local Specialist for a tour of ont St. ic el s medieval Benedictine Abbey. e end as it, t e abbey was built after t e Arc an el ic ael a eared to t e Bis o of Avranc es ins irin im to build a c urc ato t e island. Consider an tional erience to t e istoric walled ort city of Saint alo, once ome to t e famous renc e lorer Jacques Cartier. (B, D) Hotel: Le Relais du Roy

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Riviera Explorer 8 Days

3 Countries

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The playgrounds of the rich and famous line up for an in-depth discovery on this popular French Riviera trip. Live the high life with unforgettable visits to Nice, Antibes and Monaco. You'll also spend time with the owners of an agriturismo and sample their olive oil.

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• Discover Dolceaqua, Rocchetta Nervina and Monaco • Visit Place Massena in Nice, a French perfumery in Èze, the Palace and Cathedral in Monaco and the market in Antibes

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Welcome to Nice Stretc your le s on sun kissed editerranean s ores. n arrival, you ll be transferred to your otel and ave t e day to embark on your own e loration of Nice before oinin your Travel irector and fellow travellers for a Welcome ece tion. (WR) otel eau iva e plore le ant ice elve into t e talian erita e of Nice s ele ant ld Town w en you oin a Local Specialist for a si tseein tour t at will take you to t e eart of t e city, lace assena, romenade des An lais and t e Bay of An els. n your free afternoon, consider an tional erience to t e medieval illto town of Saint aul de ence. (B) ay in taly Be in your day in t e illto villa e of Dolceaqua with its 12th century castle. Tread in t e footste s of Claude onet, walkin across t e icturesque brid e de icted in several of is aintin s. Continue wit a visit to an talian agri ri m in occ etta Nervina. i l r and savour t e avours of aggia olives rown on site durin an olive oil tastin . (B, )

arkets e a achts and ore in nti es Follow t e editerranean coastline sout to Antibes, once t e aunt of ablo icasso. Join your Travel irector for an orientation tour before e lorin t e bustlin market squares. Alternatively, ead down to t e arbour to admire t e many rivate yac ts moored t ere. ater, you ll en oy an e clusive experience as you i L al over a hearty lunc . (B, BMG, ) n oy ice Get your final fi of Nice on t is full free day to e lore t e city on your own. Consider an tional erience to illa russi de ot sc ild, an ele ant seaside villa surrounded by beautiful ardens. T is evenin , you ll oin your new friends for a rousin arewell inner as you toast to ood times, ood friends and t e renc i d i r . (B, FD) Farewell Nice Say a fond farewell to your travel com anions at t e end of our time on t e iviera. ind out more about your free air ort transfer at trafal ar.com/freetransfers. (B)

Nice Your Way Consider a full day tional erience to St. Tro e and Cannes. ou ll embark on a drive alon t e scenic coast to Sainte a ime and board a boat to St. Tro e , w ere you ll ave some free time for lunc and your own e loration. eturnin to Nice, you ll sto in Cannes and view t e alais des estivals, w ere t e annual film festival is eld. (B) iscover the rench iviera and onaco Dive Into l r and sto at ra onard arfumerie, w ic as been craftin delicate renc scents since t e 20s. A sto in medieval e delivers anoramic views of t e s arklin C te d A ur before you continue to a Turbie for a remarkable oto o ortunity of onaco. ollow t e windin road down to t e coast and t e lamour of onaco. ere you ll visit t e oman By antine onaco Cat edral and t e rince s alace. erience lifestyles of t e ric and famous at a dinner in onaco ille before we en oy a scenic drive to onte Carlo, to see t e Grand Casino and arts of t e onaco Grand ri race track. (B, RD, )

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Wonderful France 9 Days

2 Countries

12 Meals

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Combine the glamorous French capital with centuries of history and glorious sunsets on the French Riviera. This favourite French tour package delivers it all in just nine days, from strolling the Pont du Gard to soaking up the sun-kissed charm of St. Tropez and Monaco in France's glorious south.

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• View t e i el Tower and Notre ame Cathedral in Paris, Place Bellecour and the Basilica of Notre ame in yon, t e oyal Palace and Cathedral in Monaco and the alace of t e o es in Avi non • Scenic Cruise to St. Tro e • Scenic Train Ride from Avi non to aris

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Bonjour France Discover romance, sophistication and French joie de vivre in Paris – the launch pad to a memorable ourney t rou t e renc countryside. lore t e rand boulevards and windin lanes of t e City of i ts , before meetin your Travel irector and com anions for a Welcome ece tion. We take to t e streets t is evenin to see some of t e city s most iconic si ts, includin t e C am s lys es and Arc de Triom e, standin in all its lorious s lendour for you to admire. (WR) Hotel: Renaissance La Défense

iscover the eli hts of aris Join a Local Specialist to explore the Latin Quarter, a vibrant student hotspot and ome to t e Sorbonne niversity. isit t e remarkable church of Saint-Sulpice, then soak up the authentic atmosphere and local day-to-day life of the arisians as you stroll t rou one of its most istoric nei bour oods. S end your evenin embracin t e a eantry of aris and er a s e erience a traditional arisian Cabaret. (B)

plore ncient istory in ont du ard and rles We visit the impressive Pont du Gard aqueduct before continuin to Arles, to admire t e omanesque Cathedral and Roman amphitheatre, once the site of bloody battles and e ilaratin c ariot races. Tread in t e footste s of incent van Go wit your Local Specialist, e lorin t e erita e of a city t at was once an im ortant oenician tradin ort. Toni t, we en oy delicious roven al avours as we Connect With Locals and oin t e widow of ierre Salin er for dinner at a memorable Be My Guest experience in a converted istoric mill on t e banks of t e Sor ue. (B, BMG, )

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ravel throu h ur undy to yon Journey t rou t e icture erfect Bur undy wine re ion and sto in its walled re ional ca ital, Beaune most famous for t e colourful eometric tiled tel ieu. We continue to t e astronomic ca ital of yon, w ere we s end t e ni t. iscover t e istoric treasures of its well reserved ld Town or er a s indul e in delicious Beau olais avours in a local bouchon – the choice is yours. (B) otel harle a ne Continue to Monaco and the French Riviera Follow t e ne alley sout , en oyin some free time in Ai en rovence for a delicious lunc and t e sweet avours of Calissons, t en sto in t e lamorous Principality of Monaco bound for the sun-kissed s ores of t e renc iviera. iew t e alace, w ic has been the home of the Grimaldis since the 13th century, and the cathedral where Princess Grace and rince ainier were married. T is evenin , we en oy a delicious e ional inner to et er in onaco before arrivin at our otel, w ere we ll s end t e ne t two ni ts. (B, RD) otel ontai ne pa he rench iviera our Way The sun-kissed shores of t e renc iviera are yours to e lore today. Consider rela in on t e beac wit your fellow sun-worshippers or an Optional Experience could see you visit t e illto town of Saint aul de ence, a o ular aunt for actors seekin a rela in retreat. n your free time, you have the opportunity to soak up t e fres sea air and er a s indul e in a delicious Salade Niçoise. (B)

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astille ay is a national oliday in rance. Celebrations will be taking lace t roug out t e country on July.

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ravel y i h peed rain to aris The pictureperfect French countryside is our constant companion as we take t e i s eed TG train t rou t e eart of rance, ast Au erre and t e s rawlin vineyards of Bur undy, back to aris w ere you ll ave t e rest of t e afternoon to e lore t e city on your own. T is evenin we celebrate an unfor ettable so ourn t rou rance at a arewell inner wit our Travel irector and newfound friends. (B, FD) otel ver reen aurel

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n to unny t. rope and vi non We arrive by boat in lit y St. Tro e for a leisurely mornin so ourn to soak u our fas ionable surrounds. Continue on to t e ancient city of Avi non, once t e seat of the Papacy, where we will spend the next two ni ts. ur orientation of t is e traordinary istoric city includes views of t e im osin alace of t e o es and t e famous ruined brid e straddlin t e ne, w ic ins ired t e famous renc son , Sur le d ig . (B) otel ercure ont d vi non

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WWI and WWII Battlefields 12 Days

4 Countries

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From A$4650

Travel to the front lines of Europe, where brave soldiers once fought for freedom. On this epic attlefield tour through the countryside of ritain rance elgiu and the etherlands you ll e plore the tragedy and triu ph of t o World Wars and the e ories that re ain.

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Your Must-See Highlights • Explore London and Paris with a Local Specialist • Discover Normandy, Amiens, the Somme e ion, res, Bru es and Amsterdam • Visit t e m erial War useum in ondon, t e ay andin Beac es in Normandy, Saint Sul ice C urc in aris, Amiens Cat edral, military cemeteries t rou out nort ern rance and Bel ium, t e Australian National emorial, t e Caen emorial, WW WW Battlefields, t e unkirk War useum and evacuation beac es, t e emorial useum assc endaele in onnebeke and a c eese and clo factory in olendam • View Buckin am alace in ondon, Notre ame Cat edral, t e i el Tower and t e Arc de Triom e in aris and t e cobblestone streets and canals of Bru es

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Welcome to London rom tra ic battles to tales of triumph, this special-interest exploration of two World Wars kicks o in t e vibrant Britis ca ital of ondon. Meet your Travel Director and fellow companions t is evenin for a traditional n lis ub Welcome ece tion. (WR) Hotel: Park Plaza Riverbank/ Park Plaza County Hall ee the i hts of ondon Towerin Bi Ben, t e ouses of arliament and Westminster Abbey feature on t is alf day introductory si tseein tour wit a Local Specialist, w ic includes views of Buckin am alace. T is afternoon, we visit t e m erial War Museum, which tells the story of those whose lives were s a ed by war, from World War to today. (B)

erience to t e o ulent alace of ersailles. T is evenin , you may wis to en oy a traditional arisian Cabaret. (B) 7

ross the n lish hannel to aen We journey south to ortsmout and leave Britis s ores bound for Caen by ferry t is afternoon. After dinner on t e ferry, we transfer to our otel in Caen. (B, D) Hotel: Novotel Côte de Nacre plore the ay or andy eaches We journey to t e istoric ay Normandy andin Beac es, includin Juno Beac , ointe du oc and ma a Beac . Visit the D-Day Museum in Arromanches as well as the American Cemetery and emorial to learn about t e Canadian, American, and Commonwealth involvement in t is unbelievable battle for su remacy. (B, D)

ourney to le ant aris Take yourself back to June , . ma ine t e terror and bravery of t ousands of soldiers w o landed on t e beac es of Normandy to free uro e from t e Na is. T is mornin , we visit t e emorial de Caen to learn about t e si nificance of Normandy and t e day t at c an ed World War . ou ll also receive a ay andin s souvenir booklet, before travellin to aris, t e City of i ts . (B) otel ercure au irard orte de ersailles

enture to i y id e unkirk ro elles and ille Today we visit t e memorial at imy id e dedicated to t e Canadian soldiers, w o fou t a battle ere in . T is orrific battle, and t e bravery of t e men w o fou t in it, came to symbolise Canada s comin of a e as a nation. We t en ourney to unkirk, w ere eration Dynamo miraculously saw over 330,000 Allied troops evacuated to Britain. We sto in romelles, w ere t ere was a combined o eration between Britis troo s and t e Australian m erial orce, described as t e worst 2 ours in Australia s military istory . (B, D) Hotel: Crowne la a uralille ovotel entre rand lace to the pres attlefields and enin ate Some of t e bi est battles of World War are e lored at res Salient in Bel ium, w ere we will see suc sites as Tyne Cot, an emark and ancouver Corner. Sto in onnebeke for an included visit to t e emorial useum assc endaele , w ere you can see a re lica trenc . See sse arm Cemetery w ere over ,200 brave servicemen are buried and w ere t. Col. Jo n cCrae wrote is immortal oem, n landers ields . S end t e rest of t e afternoon on your own, before makin your way to enin Gate to witness t e movin ast ost Ceremony t at ays tribute to over 00,000 soldiers w o laid down t eir lives more t an a century a o. (B)

ourney to ru es and on to sterda Travel to Bru es and er a s try t e delicious local c ocolate and Bel ium s famous frites – the perfect fried chips! lore t e cobblestone streets and medieval fa ades re ected in t e still waters of t e canals. Continue to Amsterdam, w ere we s end t e ne t two ni ts. (B) Hotel: Leonardo Royal

perience t ospheric sterda Gabled town ouses datin back centuries and leafy canals rovide a beautiful backdro for our orientation tour. n oy free time afterwards to e lore t e city on your own. ater, we Dive Into Culture and ain insi ts into t e art of makin c eese and wooden clo s, before we Connect With Locals, oinin t e auw family for a g llig Be My Guest arewell inner. (B, BMG, , )

are ell sterda Say farewell to t is ma ical country and your newfound friends at the end of a remarkable tri . ind out more about your free air ort transfer at trafal ar.com/freetransfers. (B)

isit the ay andin eaches. ma ine t ousands of soldiers advancin bravely on to t e beac es of Normandy and learn how this infamous day turned the tide of World War . ead more at trafal ar.com.

n ards to the o e attlefields and iens T e bloody battlefields of t e Somme take centre sta e today. Sto at illers Brettoneu to visit t e memorial to the Australian soldiers who lost their lives in WW . Carry on to T ie val to see t e oi nant memorial w ic onours t e 2,33 missin Britis and South African men who died with no known raves. We ourney to Amiens for an evenin at leisure. (B) Hotel: Mercure Cathedrale

iscover the eli hts of aris Join your Local Specialist to visit t e remarkable c urc of Saint Sulpice, then delve into the lives of Parisians, wanderin t rou t e enc antin idden squares and secret assa es of one of aris s oldest nei bour oods. ur walkin tour concludes in one of t e city s loveliest squares w ic is a real favourite amon t e locals. S end t e rest of t e day on your own to see t e si ts. Consider an tional

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astille ay is a national oliday in rance. Celebrations will be taking lace t roug out t e country on July.

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Best of France 13 Days

2 Countries

From A$4695

19 Meals

Expect only the best on one of our favourite France trips, beginning and ending in Paris. Spend the night as a French lord or lady in an elegant Loire Valley château, be as inspired as Cézanne was by the beauty of Provence and visit the playground of Monaco.

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Bonjour Paris All t e avours of rance come to life on t is unfor ettable ourney t at kicks o in aris, t e City of i ts . Join your fellow travellers and Travel Director for a Welcome Reception and an orientation drive t rou t e city. (WR) otel ercure ati nolles

delicious Bordelaise cuisine or stroll t rou t e city s istorical centre, admirin its beautiful arc itecture by ni t. (B) 9

ourney throu h ur undy to yon We travel south to Bur undy, ast t e C te d r vineyards of Gevrey C ambertin and Nuits St. Geor es. T e colourful eometric roof tiles of t e 5th century os ices are a si t to be old as we arrive in t e medieval town of Beaune before continuin to yon, t e ourmet ca ital of rance. er a s s end your evenin delvin into t e e icurean deli ts for w ic yon is ustifiably famous. (B) Hotel: Mercure Centre Saxe Lafayette

Explore a Chateau in the Loire Valley We ourney t rou t e Garden of rance , before we Connect With Locals for a delicious lunch and Be My Guest e erience. Dive Into Culture and visit t e remarkable ardens at C teau illandry before arrivin at our s ecial otel for t e ni t one of Trafal ar s Stays With Stories. ) Hotel: Château de Beauvois

n ards to vi non onaco and the rench Riviera We stop in the heart of Provence and the city of Avi non. See t e a al alace and brid e made famous in t e son S r l d ig . Journey t rou t e fields of rovence to t e so isticated Principality of Monaco, where we'll view the cathedral where Prince Rainier and Princess Grace were married. T is evenin , we en oy a e ional inner in onaco before arrivin at our otel. Hotel: Holiday Inn The French Riviera Your Way T e sun kissed s ores of t e renc iviera are yours to e lore today. Consider rela in on t e beac wit your fellow sun wors i ers or an tional erience could see you visit t e illto town of Saint aul de ence, a o ular aunt for actors seekin a rela in retreat. n your free time, soak up the fresh sea air and perhaps indul e in a delicious Salade Niçoise. (B) Admire Arles and Continue to Carcassonne isit Arles wit its oney coloured fa ades, oman ruins and Camar ue culture, and en oy some time at leisure to e lore t is beautiful city. Alternatively, c oose an tional erience to ain a dee er understandin of incent van Go and local istory wit our resident e ert, before windin your way to t e fortified city of Carcassonne. Join a Local Specialist to explore this ancient town, view the Cité, and see t e double rin of ram arts and 52 towers. Hotel: Mercure La Cité il ri a e to ourdes and on to iarrit We drive toward t e yrenees t is mornin and arrive in ourdes, t e lobal centre of t e arian il rima e. You will have an opportunity to see the Basilica, erc ed ato St. Bernadette s Grotto, w ere t e youn irl, turned saint, is said to ave seen visions of t e ir in ary. We travel west to t e Basque Coast, w ere we s end t e ni t. (B) Hotel: Radisson Blu Venture to Bordeaux We arrive in the wine capital of Bordeau w ose stunnin riverfront and A e of nli tenment istory and arc itecture ave made it one of rance s most visited cities. S end some time seein t e si ts durin your orientation of t e city. (B) Hotel: Novotel Centre iscover cenic ordo ne T e lus reen valleys and ills of t e ordo ne take centre sta e today durin a scenic alf day e cursion. We drive to Saint milion, w ose wine erita e dates back to oman times and return to Bordeau t is evenin for some free time to e lore t e city. er a s, tease your taste buds wit

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ouran elle far lunch. erience a slice of rural France as Béatrice welcomes you to er farm near C teau de illandry to learn about er fascinatin life and links to renc nobility. iscover more at trafal ar.com.

to ont aint ichel and the or andy Beaches We travel t rou t e atc work landsca es of Brittany, to the extraordinary island settlement of ont Saint ic el on t e Normandy coast, w ere we visit t e island town and view its im ressive Norman Benedictine Abbey. ollow t e iberty i way to St. and on to ma a Beac . e ect on t e bravery of t e youn men w o sacrificed t eir lives for freedom and visit t e ay andin one to learn ow t e o eration was lanned and e ecuted. Hotel: Mercure Omaha Beach

Journey to Paris We travel west towards aris, sto in at Giverny to see t e ouse and ardens t at once ins ired Claude onet s e quisite m ressionist works of art. T is evenin , consider a tri to one of t e city s renowned cabarets. (B) otel ercure ati nolles

iscover the eli hts of aris Join your Local Specialist on a ourney t rou t e istoric nei bour oods of aris to see w ere t e locals live and s o . isit t e remarkable c urc of Saint Sul ice. T is evenin , we celebrate an e ic adventure with your Travel Director and newfound friends at a arewell inner.

Farewell France or now it s time to bid a fond au revoir to the Best of France and your fellow travellers at t e end of a ma ical and memorable oliday. ind out more about your free air ort transfer at trafal ar.com/freetransfers. (B)

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Bastille Day is a national oliday in rance. Celebrations will be taking lace t roug out t e country on July.

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Highlights of France and Barcelona 10 Days

3 Countries

14 Meals

From A$3895

One of our most popular France and Spain trips, this jam-packed journey from Paris to Barcelona is a feast for every sense, from lunch with locals and elegant châteaux in the Loire Valley, to the buzz of Avignon's Place de l'Horloge and the irresistible French Riviera.

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CARCASSONNE

SPAIN

• Explore Paris, Lyon, Carcassonne and Barcelona with a Local Specialist

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Arles

• Discover Avi non, Nice, onaco and Arles FRENCH RIVIERA

2 Monaco

• View Notre ame Cat edral and t e i el Tower in Paris, Chartres Cathedral, Château de C ambord, t e a al alace of Avi non, t e romenade des An lais and lace ass na in Nice, onaco s oyal alace and Cat edral, t e oman Am it eatre of Arles and t e a Sa rada am lia and Columbus onument in Barcelona

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Welcome to Paris This capital city is your launch pad for an e ic adventure t rou t e i li ts of rance and ma nificent Barcelona. S end your first day in t e City of i ts e lorin t e art, arc itecture and culture of t is romantic city on your own. T is evenin , oin your fellow travellers and Travel irector for a Welcome Reception and orientation drive past some of t e city s most im ressive si ts, includin t e rand C am s lys es and Arc de Triom e. (WR) Hotel: Pullman La Défense

Pass the Pyrenees to Barcelona ur ourney continues past the foothills of the Pyrenees to i ueres, w ere we ll visit t e al T eatre and useum. ere, we ll Dive Into Culture and ain insi ts into t e world of Salvador al . We arrive in Barcelona t is afternoon and en oy an included si tseein tour, seein t e Columbus onument and Antoni Gaud s unfinis ed La Sagrada Família, with a Local Specialist. (B, ) otel yatt e ency Tower/Fairmont Rey Juan Carlos

plore the i hts of aris Join a Local Specialist t is mornin to stroll t rou t e idden squares and secret lanes of aris, revealin ow real arisians live and s o . isit t e remarkable c urc of Saint Sul ice, t en en oy t e rest of t e day at leisure. T is evenin , consider soakin u t e a eantry of aris wit an tional erience to a o ular arisian cabaret. (B)

ourney to apal vi non and on to the rench Riviera rom yon, we drive to Avi non, a a al Seat in the 14th century. See t e a al alace and t e famous brid e immortalised in t e renc son Sur l d ig . Dive Into Culture as you indul e in a lass of t e local vinta e. T is afternoon, we arrive in t e renc iviera, w ere an orientation tour will introduce us to t is coastal area, a favourite amon aristocrats for centuries. (B, ) Hotel: Novotel Aéroport Cap 3000 Enjoy a Day in Monaco ela on t e sun kissed s ores of t e C te d A ur. etreat to t e beac wit your fellow sun wors i ers, rela at a caf overlookin t e Bay of An els or take a stroll alon t e romenade. Consider an e cursion to t e medieval illto villa e of Saint aul de ence. T en, en oy an e cursion t rou s lendid seaside scenery to Monaco where you'll view the cathedral where rince ainier and rincess Grace were married. (B) to olourful rles and arcassonne We travel west to Arles, wit its colourful fa ades and oman ruins, before continuin t rou beautiful roven al landsca es, immortalised in t e works of C anne and an Go . Arrivin in t e fortified city of Carcassonne, we oin a Local Specialist for a si tseein tour. (B, D) Hotel: Best Western Le Donjon

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Chartres and Châteaux in the Loire Valley isit C artres, an im ortant lace of il rima e on t e Way of Saint James . Journey t rou t e rollin landsca e of t e oire alley, ast beautiful villa es and castles. iew t e im ressive C teau de C ambord and visit C teau de C enonceau, w ic straddles t e C er iver. ater, Connect With Locals, oinin t e de Montferrier family on their farm near the famous C teau de illandry for a traditional Touran elle Be My Guest dinner e erience aired wit local wines. (B, BMG, ) Hotel: Mercure Tours Nord Onwards to Renaissance Lyon Travellin t rou t e eart of rance, we arrive in t e astronomic ca ital of yon w ere we ll oin a Local Specialist for a tour of t e old city revealin its ric cultural erita e. Wander t rou t e traboules of rance s lar est enaissance city and marvel at t e ma nificent skyline from ourvi re ill. We dine at our otel t is evenin . (B, D) Hotel: Novotel Gerland

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d ire the enius of alvador al . Trace t e artistic ourney of t is beloved S anis artist as you e lore t e al T eatre useum, is last reat work and a world of surrealism. earn more at trafal ar.com.

Discover Lively Barcelona S end t e day soakin u t e vibrant s irit of Barcelona. Consider an tional erience to ontserrat to visit its Benedictine monastery and see t e mysterious Black adonna. T is evenin , oin your Travel irector and travel com anions for a memorable arewell inner wit wine at a traditional S anis restaurant. (B, FD)

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Journey Home Say adiós to t e bustlin streets of Barcelona and your travel com anions. ind out more about your free air ort transfer at trafal ar.com/ freetransfers. ou could c oose instead to en ance your e erience and travel from Barcelona to adrid via i s eed train. (B)

Optional Madrid Extension On Day 10 you will be transferred to the station for a high-speed train ride to Madrid. On arrival you will be met and transferred to your hotel. Enjoy a two-night stay enabling you to have a whole free day to explore. 10

Journey By Train to Madrid Take the train to t e S anis ca ital. n arrival, transfer to your otel. (B) Hotel: Ayre Gran Colon

Fiery Madrid Your Way After breakfast, en oy a full free day at leisure to en oy t e si ts and sounds of adrid. (B)

Farewell Madrid n oy breakfast before you are transferred to adrid Air ort for your onward ourney ome. (B)

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Spanish Wonder 9 Days

1 Country

12 Meals

From A$2750

Savour shared moments with locals enjoying sangria in sun-dappled courtyards, zesty paella and the sounds of the Spanish guitar. On this journey, you'll explore the wonders of Spain, from the ornate walls of the Alhambra to the Gothic Cathedral and Giralda Tower in Seville.

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Your Must-See Highlights • Explore Toledo, Madrid, Córdoba, Seville and Barcelona with a Local Specialist • Discover Valencia • Visit an inlaid steel factory, t e Syna o ue and Santo Tom in Toledo, osque of t e Caliphs in Córdoba, the Cathedral in Seville, t e Al ambra alace in Granada and ont u c ill and la a de Catalunya in Barcelona • View the Royal Palace and Cibeles ountain in adrid, t e Cave omes of Guadi , t e Serrano and uart Towers and t e City of Arts and Sciences com le in alencia and a Sa rada am lia in Barcelona

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Welcome to Madrid The lively capital of Spain is our launch pad to a memorable encounter with one of Europe's most soulful destinations. Relax in the lush surrounds of Buen Retiro Park, shop up a storm on Gran a or eo le watc over co ee and churros con chocolate in t e uerta del Sol. T is evenin , oin your fellow travellers and Travel Director for an orientation drive to see some of t e city s most iconic si ts, followed by a Welcome Reception. (WR) Hotel: Ayre Gran Colon/Meliá Castilla Explore Vibrant Toledo We head to Toledo, the former ca ital of S ain, w ere we oin a Local Specialist for a walkin tour of t is city t at dates back to Roman times. We'll visit a traditional factory and Dive Into Culture, witnessin t e a e old inlaid steel craft, before seein one of l Greco s most famous aintin s in t e C urc of Santo Tom T e Burial of t e Count of r a . We ll also visit t e syna o ue, before returnin to adrid w ere we ll admire the Royal Palace and Cibeles Fountain with our Local Specialist. S end t e evenin on your own, delvin into t e delicious avours of S ain s tapas capital. (B, ) Journey to Cordoba and on to Seville Journeyin sout t rou a anc a, we arrive in C rdoba, once a si nificant ooris settlement. Join a Local Specialist to visit the Mosque of the Caliphs and learn about centuries of ooris rule and its in uence on t e culture and arc itecture of t e re ion. We travel to amboyant Seville, our ome for t e ne t two ni ts. Consider an Optional Experience to see the colourful twirlin skirts of a fiery am show or rub shoulders with the Sevillanos in search of delicious tapeo and wine. (B) Hotel: Zenit/Occidental Viapol iscover eville s i hts T is mornin , we meet our Local Specialist for a si tseein tour of Seville. iew the symbolic Giralda Bell Tower, see the Moorishinspired Maria Luisa Park, with its tiled fountains, avilions and onds, and walk t rou t e im osin la a de s a a. arvel at C risto er Columbus s ornate tomb in the cathedral, then take a walk t rou t e former Jewis uarter. T is evenin , we Connect With Locals, oinin t e orillo family for a Be My Guest experience at their olive oil mill, where you'll learn how oil is produced from their 6,000 trees and et to sam le some of t eir roduce. (B, BMG, )

Onwards to Granada Multicultural Granada takes centre sta e today, as we visit t e ma nificent Alhambra in the company of a Local Specialist. A fine e am le of ooris arc itecture, t e Al ambra complex was built towards the end of Islamic rule in S ain. Wander t rou t e e otic water ardens of the Generalife, the royal Summer Palace, once linked to the other palaces by a covered walkway across the ravine. (B) Hotel: Occidental/Catalonia Access to attractions within the Alhambra complex, includin t e Nasrid alace, is at t e discretion of t e sta of t e Al ambra. our Travel irector will advise and, if necessary, ad ust your itinerary accordin ly. d ire conic rchitecture in uadi and on to Valencia T is mornin , we ourney via t e ora Pass to Guadix in the northern foothills of the Sierra Nevada mountains. We ll see t e w itewas ed tro lodyte dwellin s lod ed into t e oc re coloured cli s of t e surroundin area, t en travel to alencia, w ere we ll see t e Bullrin and admire t e city s medieval architecture. Embrace the city's spirit of innovation and stop to view the City of Arts and Sciences. T is evenin , dine at your otel, and er a s take to t e vibrant streets of t e ld uarter. (B, D) Hotel: Oceanic/Silken Puerta to oastal e scola and arcelona Head north, alon t e coast t rou t e evant re ion, and sto at e scola, t e City in t e Sea . iew t e ancient castle of t e S anis o e , built by t e ni ts Tem lar and used in t e film, l Cid . T en, ourney alon t e Costa Dorada to Barcelona with its whimsical Gaudí architecture. Admire this famous architect's talents as we view is unfinis ed La Sagrada Família. See t e la a de Catalunya and ay tribute to t e reat Christopher Columbus, with your Local Specialist. From t e ill of ont u c, we ll en oy anoramic views of t is enc antin city. n oy a free evenin to s end as you wish. (B) otel yatt e ency o er ncover aud s arcelona Explore centuries of history, contemporary culture and exquisite art and architecture on your day at leisure. Visit Gaudí's fantasy ark G ell, or oin an tional erience to the monastery perched atop Montserrat to see the mystical Black adonna. T is evenin , we celebrate with our newfound friends and Travel Director at a Farewell Dinner with wine. (B, FD)

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Farewell Spain For now it's a fond adi to Spain at the end of a memorable holiday. Find out more about your free air ort transfer at trafal ar.com/freetransfers. (B) Please Note: our coac returns to adrid from Barcelona on day . ou are welcome to use t is com limentary transfer. ro o in adrid will be at the Trafalgar Madrid hotel and not at the airport. Arrival will be at approximately 6pm, depending on tra ic conditions.

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Northern Spain 11 Days

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Go beyond the normal northern Spain trip and immerse yourself in the region's distinctive culture and history. On this trip up north, you'll trace the footsteps of pilgrims, admire the architectural talents of Frank Gehry and relax on the sunny shores of Santander.

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Your Must-See Highlights • Explore Barcelona, Santia o de Com ostela, Salamanca and adrid wit a Local Specialist

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• Discover Pamplona, San Sebastián, Bilbao, Santander and viedo • Visit t e oly Cave of Covadon a, t e fis in villa e of uarca, St. James Cat edral in Santia o de Com ostela and t e rado useum in adrid • View a Sa rada am lia in Barcelona, t e Gu en eim useum in Bilbao and t e Cat edral and niversity of Salamanca • Scenic Drive t rou

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Welcome to Barcelona Trace the treasures of the nort on t is rand e edition from Barcelona to adrid, easin yourself into la buena vida as only the S aniards can. elve into centuries of istory and t e cosmo olitan culture of Barcelona, ramblin u as amblas, eo le watc in in la a de Catalunya and admirin t e w imsical arc itecture of Gaud . ater, you ll meet wit your fellow travellers and Travel irector for a Welcome ece tion and evenin drive to see t e city s iconic si ts. (WR) Hotel: Condal Mar

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Discover Vibrant Barcelona T e unfinis ed La Sagrada Família is our first sto t is mornin . We join a Local Specialist to see t e la a de Catalunya and ay tribute to C risto er Columbus at t e monument t at bears is name. ater, s end t e rest of t e day on your own and e lore t e city s enc antin arri . Consider oinin an tional erience to t e mountain to monastery of ontserrat to see t e s rine of t e Black adonna a ectionately known in Catalonia as La r a. (B) Journey to Pamplona The feisty former capital of Navarre takes centre sta e today. We follow in t e footste s of t ousands of e ilarated runners and ot blooded bulls. See am lona s ancient city walls and la a del Castillo, t e eart of t e city w ere markets, tournaments and even bullfi tin ave taken lace. (B, D) Hotel: Tres Reyes to ulinary an e asti n and on to antander Today, we ourney to t e so isticated culinary ca ital of San Sebasti n. See t e beautiful Ba a de la Conc a beac or stroll alon la calle 3 de A osto in t e ld Town. ur ne t sto is Bilbao to view t e modern Gu en eim useum, desi ned by talented arc itect rank Ge ry. We arrive in Santander later t is evenin for a two ni t stay. (B) Hotel: Santemar Sophisticated Santander Your Way S end t e day at leisure in ele ant Santander. ela on t e sun kissed s ores of one of t e nearby layas, amble t rou t e c armin ld Town or er a s oin an tional erience to t e coastal town of Comillas, wit its cobbled streets. ere you will e lore Gaud s l Ca ric o, built in t e late th century as a summer villa, t en carry on to Santillana del ar to visit t e museum dedicated to t e im ressive N SC listed Altamira Caves. (B) Scenic Landscapes, Quaint Towns and Oviedo S ectacular scenery awaits today as you travel t rou t e dramatic icos de uro a w ic sits between two main il rim routes alon w ic you will encounter several quaint istoric market towns. isit t e rotto of ur ady of Covadon a , a famous arian il rima e site, and t e ink ued basilica made from t e marble of t e surroundin ills. ater we ll Connect With Locals and en oy a traditional lunc and cider tastin at our Be My Guest e erience wit t e Casta n family at t eir Cider ill. T is evenin is free for you to e lore viedo at leisure. (B, BMG, ) Hotel: Silken Monumental Naranco

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sturian cider tastin . The story of how t e Casta n family came to brew cider is second only to t e e ic es ic a e erience you ll et to en oy on your visit to t eir farm. iscover more at trafal ar.com.

il ri a e to antia o de o postela The Asturian fis in villa e of uarca is our first sto today. Soak u its seafarin atmos ere en route to t e il rim city of Santia o de Com ostela, renowned as t e end of t e camino il rima e route t at as its ori ins datin as far back as t e th century. (B) otel ryp antia o

plore antia o de o postela Join a Local Specialist w o will s are insi ts into t e Way of Saint James and e lain w y t ousands of eo le attem t t e life c an in il rima e annually. isit t e vast St. James Cat edral and t e ra a do bradoiro, a square dominated by four arc itectural styles. (B)

Onwards to Artistic Zamora and Salamanca Journey t rou t e lus Galician landsca e and Castile eon to amora, a veritable o en air museum of omanesque art. We continue to Salamanca its olden ued fa ades rovidin an air of mystery and ma esty. We oin a Local Specialist for a si tseein tour includin views of S ain s oldest university and t e Cat edral, as well as a walk t rou t e im osin la a ayor, built in t e S anis Baroque style. (B) Hotel: Gran Corona Sol

Venture to Stylish Madrid Travellin east, we arrive in t e fiery S anis ca ital, adrid, for an afternoon of si tseein wit a Local Specialist. i l r and visit t e rado useum, w ic ouses t e lar est collection of uro ean art in t e world. T en, see t e oyal alace, Gran a and t e neoclassical Cibeles ountain t at as become an iconic symbol for t e city of adrid. Toni t, oin your Travel irector and fellow com anions for a memorable arewell inner wit wine, toastin to a ma nificent ourney t rou nort ern S ain. (B, FD, ) Hotel: AC by Marriott Cuzco

Adiós Madrid or now it s a fond a a l g to your newfound friends as our S anis adventure comes to an end. ind out more about your free air ort transfer at trafal ar.com/freetransfers. (B)

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Best of Spain 15 Days

2 Countries

21 Meals

From A$4795

Don't miss a thing as you explore the Best of Spain, featuring all the travel highlights and some surprises, from olive oil tasting on an Andalusian estate and learning all about Toledo's three religions, to the treasured cities of Madrid, Seville and Barcelona.

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Hola Madrid Welcome to t e fiery S anis ca ital t at is Madrid. Delve deep into the soul of a city that marches to the tune of the tapas, before meetin your fellow travellers and Travel Director for a memorable Welcome Reception and orientation drive to see some of the city's most iconic si ts. (WR) Hotel: Rafael Atocha

or consider an tional erience to t e e ervescent Andalusian ca ital of la a to e lore centuries of fascinatin istory. (B) 10

ourney to ur os and on to antander Journey over t e ine clad Guadarrama ountains to Bur os, the historic capital of Castile, where we will visit the tomb of El Cid. We cross the Ebro River and the Cantabrian Cordillera ountains, travellin to t e coast and the sophisticated capital of the Cantabrian re ion, Santander. (B, D) Hotel: Santemar

plore i raltar and on to eville A scenic drive takes us ast t e millionaire s lay round of arbella and on to a inea, before crossin to t e ock of Gibraltar, for free time to e lore. Toni t, we i L al over dinner at a e erience with the Morillo family at their olive oil estate. (B, BMG, , ) otel as asas de a uderia

ontinue to audi s arcelona Our journey continues t rou t e bro alley to ara o a w ere we'll view the Basilica of El Pilar and Cathedral of La Seo. Later, admire panoramic views of a city that dates back to Roman times from atop Montjuïc in Barcelona. (B) otel arcel ants

to oastal e scola and alencia The sweet scent of oran es accom anies us on our ourney alon t e Costa orada sout to fortified e scola, w ere we ll see t e ancient castle used in t e film l Cid . We arrive in sunny alencia w ere we will stay t e ni t. ur orientation of t is cultural city includes views of t e town all, t e bullrin , t e Towers of Serrano and Quart, and the cathedral. Witness the modern verve of alencia and view t e City of Arts and Sciences. (B) otel ilken uerta enture to ranada Journey via the dramatic Mora Pass to the city of Granada where we'll meet our L al S iali for a si tseein tour of t e s ectacular N SC listed Al ambra. Admire e traordinary ooris arc itecture and t e e otic water ardens of the Generalife, the royal residence. Check in to your otel later, w ere we will dine toni t. (B, D) Hotel: Occidental Access to attractions wit in t e Al ambra com le , includin t e Nasrid alace, is at t e discretion of t e sta of t e Al ambra. our Travel irector will advise and, if necessary, ad ust your itinerary accordin ly.

n the oad to unny osta del ol Enjoy a leisurely mornin on your terms, or consider takin an tional erience to t e medieval ooris uarter of Granada. We leave Granada behind for the sunkissed shores of the Costa del Sol, where we'll spend t e ne t two ni ts. (B) otel eli

osta del ol our Way Anot er day in aradise for you to kick back, worship the Spanish sunshine and indul e in la a ida. Enjoy fresh seafood in Torremolinos, soak up the Mediterranean atmosphere

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iscover arcelona The whimsical fantasy world of Gaud is on dis lay t is mornin as we embark on a si tseein tour and see t e ins irin , but as yet unfinis ed, La Sagrada Família in the company of a L al S iali . We'll see Las Ramblas and Plaça de Catalunya, before ayin tribute to C risto er Columbus. (B)

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raditional eville stay. Live like a local in the heart of the Jewish Quarter at Las Casas de la Juderia, a collection of 15th century Andalusian town ouses connected by idden assa es. earn more at trafal ar.com.

ee the i hts of eville Join your L al S iali t is mornin for a tour of Seville s leafy avenues. See the iconic Giralda Bell Tower, a former minaret, and visit t e Seville Cat edral, t e final restin lace of C risto er Columbus. Stroll t rou aria uisa Park with its tiled fountains, pavilions, palms and oran e trees, and walk t rou t e im osin la a de s a a. (B)

ourney to rdo a We journey to Córdoba to meet a L al S iali for a visit to t e astoundin Mosque of the Caliphs, a jewel of Hispano-Islamic art featurin strikin arc es and By antine mosaics. T en visit the remains of the 14th-century Mudéjar-style syna o ue in t e old Jewis nei bour ood. (B, D) otel esperia

Admire Ancient Toledo then on to Madrid our L al S iali takes you on a walkin tour of Toledo where you'll i l r as you e lore t is ancient illto city. isit t e C urc of Santo Tom and t e syna o ue durin your uided walk t rou t e narrow streets. Arrive later in adrid. (B, ) Hotel: Rafael Atocha

iscover tylish adrid We join our L al S iali to see t e oyal alace, Gran a and t e Cibeles ountain before visitin t e world famous rado useum. T is evenin , oin your Travel irector and fellow travellers for an unfor ettable arewell inner to celebrate an e ic adventure t rou S ain. (B, FD)

Farewell Madrid ur ourney to et er as come to an end. For now it's a fond adi to Spain and newfound friends. Find out more about your free airport transfer at trafal ar.com/freetransfers. (B)

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Best of Portugal 11 Days

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This Best of Portugal journey reveals a nation's proud history, warm-hearted locals and soul-warming cuisine. Starting in Lisbon, you'll travel north and south to explore a Templar stronghold, watch thoroughbreds perform at an Alentejo farm and visit the Algarve.

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• Explore Lisbon, Évora and Porto with a Local Specialist

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• Discover t e Al arve, a os, Castelo de ide, iseu, Coimbra, Tomar, Na ar and Óbidos

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• Visit the Hieronymite Monastery in Lisbon, the cathedral in Évora, the Palace Gardens at alacio de ateus, t e Stock c an e Palace, Arabian Hall and a local port wine cellar in Porto, the University Library of Coimbra, t e Convent of C rist in Tomar, t e Shrine at Fátima, the Gothic Monastery at Batal a and t e medieval villa e of bidos

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Welcome to Lisbon A sea of pastel pinks, yellows and blues dot t e seven ills of t e romantic ortu uese capital, which you will have an opportunity to explore today before meetin your fellow travellers and Travel Director for a Welcome Reception and orientation drive ast t e city s most iconic si ts. (WR) Hotel: Turim Av Liberdade

label of t e distinctive ateus wine bottles. We t en continue via Guimar es for views of its im ressive 10th century castle. (B) Hotel: Neya/Carris Ribeira 8

Discover Colourful Lisbon Delve into Lisbon's centuries old seafarin erita e today, ayin tribute to t e brave men w o set o from t ese s ores to discover t e New World . Wit our Local Specialist we ll see t e s immerin w ite onument to t e iscoveries, t e iconic sus ension brid e s annin t e Ta us, and Bel m Tower, built to commemorate asco da Gama s e edition. We ll Dive Into Culture on a si tseein tour of t e N SC listed ieronymite Monastery, an exquisite testament to 16th-century anueline arc itecture and art. T ere s time to oin an tional erience to t e istoric towns of Cascais and Sintra. n t e evenin , er a s en oy a traditional ortu uese dinner amidst t e eart wrenc in , auntin sounds of t e fado. (B, )

n ards to le ant vora Journeyin nort , we travel across t e Serra do Caldeir o to t e ancient Alente o city of vora. Join your Local Specialist and visit the elaborate cathedral, Roman temple and the C a el of Bones. S end t e rest of your day, delvin into t e medieval istory of t is enc antin city. Consider oinin an tional erience to t e villa e of onsara . T is evenin , we dine at our otel in vora. (B, D) Hotel: M’ar de Ar Muralhas Venture Past Mountains to Viseu ur first sto today is in the hilltop town of Castelo de Vide with its w ite fa ades, narrow alleys and Jewis uarter. Travel nort towards t e Serra de strela mountains and arrive later in iseu, set i on a lateau near t e famous o vineyards. lore t e city s ric art and arc itectural istory, seein t e 2th century S , standin im osin ly on a ill overlookin t e city. (B) Hotel: Grão Vasco hrou h the ouro alley to orto Vineyard-clad ills rovide an enc antin backdro for our ourney today t rou t e ouro alley, w ere ort wine is roduced. We e lore t e ma nificent ardens at the Baroque-style Palácio de Mateus, depicted on the

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n to oi ra and il ri a e to ti a Soak up t e rand atmos ere of one of uro e s reatest and oldest universities and stroll t rou t e ancient streets and squares of Coimbra, before ourneyin to the Templar city of Tomar to visit the Convent of C rist, ori inally built as a Tem lar stron old in t e 2th century. We arrive in t e il rima e centre of Fátima, where we rub shoulders with millions of Cat olic il rims w o ave ourneyed to t is il rima e site, w ere t ree youn s e erds famously saw a aritions of t e ir in ary. (B, D) otel ti a perience illa e ife eturnin to is on n route to isbon, we sto at t e im osin monastery of Batal a a N SC World erita e site and t e best e am le of late Got ic arc itecture in ortu al. ur ne t sto is t e fis in villa e of Na ar , before we visit the medieval walled city of Óbidos with its w itewas ed ouses and cobblestone roads. ur last ni t in ortu al to et er sees us toast to an incredible ourney at a arewell inner wit wine. (B, FD) Hotel: Neya Lisboa/Occidental

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ourney to the l arve e ion We ourney across t e Ta us t is mornin and drive sout towards t e Serra da Arr bida ountains and to t e olden astures of t e Alente o. T e earty aroma of ortu uese c icken fills t e air at our Be My Guest experience as we Connect With Locals over a traditional lunch at a stud ranch, where Lusitano horses were once reared at the leasure of in Jo o in t e th century. ur ourney continues further south, bound for the sun-kissed s ores of t e Al arve our ome for t e ne t two ni ts. (B, BMG, ) Hotel: Real Bellavista li s eaches and ore in the l arve The dramatic cli s and beautiful beac es of t e Sa res eninsula rovide a stunnin backdro for our mornin coastal drive. Admire s ectacular views across Baleeira Beac , before continuin alon t e coast to Ca e St. incent, t e site of many sea battles centuries a o. We end our e cursion wit a visit to t e resort town of a os once t e ome of enry t e Navi ator. (B)

Explore Vibrant Porto Join a Local Specialist today for a si tseein tour of orto, w ic takes you ast Baroque c urc es and alon t e windin lanes t at tumble down towards t e ouro iver. See t e remarkable brid es t at s an t e river and t e Got ic C urc of St. rancis. isit t e Stock c an e alace wit its s lendid Arabian all ins ired by Granada s Alhambra, before we Dive Into Culture and ain insi ts into t e centuries old tradition of local ort roduction at a tastin in a ort cellar. S end t e rest of t e afternoon strollin t rou t e istoric centre of orto. (B, )

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Highlights of Spain and Portugal 13 Days

2 Countries

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A round-trip featuring all the highlights of Spain and Portugal. Spend time in the pilgrimage centre of ti a oin a fa ily on their stud far in the lente o and e plore the icons le behind by Catholic kings and Moorish sultans.

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• Explore Córdoba, Seville, Évora, Lisbon, Toledo and Madrid with a Local Specialist

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• Discover Valencia, Cádiz and Salamanca • Visit the Alhambra Palace in Granada, the Cathedral Mosque in Córdoba, Seville Cathedral, the Cathedral of Évora, the Hieronomyte Monastery in Lisbon, the Shrine at Fátima, Plaza Mayor in Salamanca and the Church of Santo Tomé and the Syna o ue in Toledo • View t e an in ouses of Cuenca, t e Towers of Serrano and Quart and the City of Arts and Sciences complex in Valencia and the Cave Houses of Guadix

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Welcome to Madrid Embrace la buena vida and soak u t e vibrant atmos ere in adrid before oinin your fellow travellers and Travel Director for a Welcome ece tion and orientation of t e city s lorious si ts. (WR) otel ollection uro uildin

Journey to Cuenca and Valencia Witness the dramatic oney coloured cli to an in ouses of Cuenca durin your first sto today, before continuin your ourney to alencia. An orientation drive will include views of the 15th century Towers of Serrano and uart, and t e City of Arts and Sciences. (B) Hotel: Oceanic 8

to ni ue uadi and on to ranada We travel t rou t e Sierra Nevadas bound for Guadi , w ere we ll witness ow enerations of locals ave carved cosy abodes into t eir rocky surrounds. Ne t, we ll drive t rou t e a ed ora ass to Granada. T is evenin , sam le t e earty avours of Andalusia durin a s ecial e ional inner at a local restaurant. (B, RD) Hotel: Catalonia 9

Onwards to Córdoba and Seville Tread in the footsteps of S ain s last emirs, oinin your Local Specialist for a visit to t e Al ambra, wit its ama in alaces, ardens and fountains. We leave Granada be ind for C rdoba where we'll join a Local Specialist to visit t e mesmerisin Cat edral of C rdoba, t e former mosque of t e cali s and a ewel of is ano slamic art. ur final sto for t e day is enc antin Seville. (B, D) Hotel: Meliá Lebreros Access to attractions wit in t e Al ambra com le , includin t e Nasrid alace, is at t e discretion of t e sta of t e Al ambra. our Travel irector will advise and, if necessary, ad ust your itinerary accordin ly. ncover the ecrets of eville Seville takes centre sta e today as we e lore t is c arismatic city. We ll see the symbolic Giralda Bell Tower with a Local Specialist, t en stroll t rou t e im osin la a de s a a in aria uisa ark and visit t e lar est Got ic Cat edral in t e world. T is evenin , consider oinin an tional erience am erformance. (B)

d ire the i hts of ere and di We indul e in t e aromatic avours of Jere today as we Dive Into Culture and into the centuries-old tradition of Spanish s erry roduction. T e leafy boulevards and quiet la as of romantic C di are our ne t sto . Tread in t e footste s of Columbus, w o used t is istoric ort city as is launc ad to t e New World . (B, )

Venture to Évora eavin t e esty scents of Seville be ind, we ead to t e olden landsca es of t e Alente o, w ere t e Brito aes family await our arrival for a special Connect With Locals lunch on t eir traditional stud ranc , w ic as been rearin Lusitano horses since the 18th century. n oy a Be My Guest e erience in t e ome of t eir ancestor before continuin to vora for a uided si tseein tour wit a Local Specialist of its cat edral, oman tem le and C a el of Bones. Toni t, en oy dinner at your otel. (B, BMG, D, ) otel ar de r uralhas

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il ri a e to ati a and on to ala anca Follow t e road taken by il rims over t e last 00 years to t e S rine at tima, a site of celebrated reli ious miracles. We leave ortu al, travellin to t e istoric S anis city of Salamanca wit its olden ued fa ades and ancient university erita e, w ere we will visit its thcentury la a ayor durin our orientation tour. (B) Hotel: Gran Corona Sol Continue to Toledo and Madrid See the walled city of vila, t e Town of Stones and Saints , so named for its vast collection of omanesque and Got ic c urc es. We arrive in t e cli to city of Toledo and join a Local Specialist for a uided walk t rou its streets. We ll visit t e C urc of Santo Tom , ome to one of l Greco s most famous aintin s T e Burial of t e Count of r a and t e former Syna o ue of Santa ar a la Blanca. ater, Dive Into Culture and witness local craftsmen at work creatin inlaid steel t e traditional way. We arrive in adrid t is evenin , our ome for t e ne t two ni ts. (B, ) Hotel: Ayre Gran Colon plore iery adrid T is mornin , we oin a Local Specialist for a si tseein tour of adrid, w ere we ll see t e oyal alace and t e Cibeles ountain. S end t e rest of t e afternoon e lorin t e city on your own terms. T is evenin marks t e end of our memorable ourney t rou t e berian eninsula. Join your fellow com anions and Travel irector for a arewell inner. (B, FD)

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herry tastin in ere . Warm your heart wit t e sweet and fiery avours of s erry, traditionally made in this part of southern S ain since t e time of t e omans and oors. iscover more at trafal ar.com.

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on t iss a thing on this ost e hilarating of pain and ortugal trips filled ith the avours of sangria and port shared ith locals life changing pilgri ages and the legacy of the o ans oors erian royalty and a panish ope ho uilt a ity in the ea .

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Your Must-See Highlights • Explore Toledo, adrid, Santia o de Compostela, Porto, Lisbon, Seville and Barcelona with a Local Specialist

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• Visit Santo Tom and t e syna o ue in Toledo, the cathedral and Praza do bradoiro in Santia o de Com ostela, t e Stock c an e alace and a local ort wine cellar in Porto, the Shrine at Fátima, the Hieronomyte Monastery in Lisbon, Seville Cathedral, the Alhambra Palace in Granada and ont u c ill in Barcelona • View t e oman Aqueduct and Alc ar in Se ovia, t e cat edral in amora, t e Bel m Tower in Lisbon, the Giralda Bell Tower in Seville, t e cave omes of Guadi , t e Serrano and uart Towers and t e city of Arts and Sciences com le in alencia and a Sa rada am lia and la a de Catalunya in Barcelona • See t e onument to t e iscoveries in Lisbon

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Day Hola Madrid Kick-start your epic encounter with Spain and ortu al in uro e s i est ca ital city, adrid. Join your fellow travellers and Travel Director for a Welcome Reception and orientation drive past some of adrid s most iconic sites. (WR) Hotel: Barceló a ine

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d ire the i hts of oledo and adrid We journey sout for an e cursion to t e illto city of Toledo, w ere we ll oin our Local Specialist for a walkin tour. isit t e C urc of Santo Tom , ome to l Greco s most famous aintin , T e Burial of t e Count of r a , and visit t e former syna o ue of Santa aria la Blanca. T is afternoon, oin a Local Specialist for a si tseein tour of t e S anis ca ital, w ic includes views of t e oyal alace and t e Cibeles ountain. (B) ourney to e ovia and a ora enture to Se ovia and see t e oman Aqueduct. iew t e Alc ar of Se ovia and t e city s medieval and ooris arc itecture. Travel to t e city of amora w ere you ll view t e cat edral and t e C urc of ary a dalene. T en, Dive Into Culture and savour t e fruity avours of t e city s refres in ly sweet a gria. (B, D, ) Hotel: NH Palacio del Duero

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inner on an olive estate. Join the orillo family for an afternoon of a gria, award winnin olive oil and c eris ed memories in the courtyard of their Andalusian acienda. earn more at trafal ar.com.

plore pectacular eville Join a Local Specialist for a walkin tour t rou t e city. iew t e symbolic Giralda Bell Tower, see t e aria uisa ark and walk t rou t e im osin la a de s a a. ater, we ll stroll t rou t e istoric Jewis uarter before visitin t e lar est Got ic Cat edral in t e world. (B)

to ranada Multicultural Granada takes centre sta e today as we visit t e ma nificent Al ambra in the company of a Local Specialist. (B, D) otel ades evada alace Access to attractions wit in t e Al ambra com le , includin t e Nasrid alace, is at t e discretion of t e sta of t e Al ambra. our Travel irector will advise and, if necessary, ad ust your itinerary accordin ly.

il ri a e to antia o de o postela Travel to Santia o de Com ostela, w ere you ll oin a Local Specialist, w o will s are insi ts into t e Way of Saint James . isit t e vast Cat edral and t e ra a do bradoiro. (B, D) otel urostars ran ourney to cenic orto mbark on a si tseein tour with a Local Specialist today in orto. See t e remarkable brid es t at s an t e river, t e medieval ibeira uarter and t e city ort. isit t e Stock c an e alace wit its s lendid Arabian all ins ired by Granada s Al ambra, before you Dive Into Culture and the centuries-old tradition of local Port roduction at a tastin in a ort cellar. ater, c eck in to your impressive Stays With Stories accommodation, t e Neya orto otel, built from t e ruins of a thcentury convent. (B, , ) otel eya

n ards to ti a and is on Follow the road taken by il rims over t e last 00 years to t e S rine at tima, site of a celebrated reli ious miracle. ater, we arrive in colourful isbon. (B) otel rand

iscover is on s reasures We ll see t e onument to t e iscoveries, t e sus ension brid e s annin t e iver Ta us, and Bel m Tower w en we oin a Local Specialist on a si tseein tour of isbon. We ll Dive Into Culture at t e N SC listed ieronymite onastery. (B, )

n to eville We travel east t rou Alente o t e country s cork ca ital and cross into S ain, before arrivin in Seville. lore t e fine art of olive oil production at a Be My Guest experience and Connect With Locals over dinner at an olive oil estate. (B, BMG, ) otel eli e reros

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ee the i hts of arcelona ead nort alon t e coast t rou t e evant re ion and sto at e scola, t e City in t e Sea . We continue alon the Costa Dorada to Barcelona with its whimsical Gaud arc itecture. Join a Local Specialist and see the unfinis ed La Sagrada Família then explore the Plaça de Catalunya. (B) otel ryp polo

arcelona our Way mbrace t e c arm of Barcelona, ramble t rou l Born or consider oinin an tional erience to t e mountainto monastery of ontserrat. T is evenin , we oin our fellow travellers and Travel irector for a arewell inner. (B, FD)

ourney o e or now it s adi to Spain at the end of a memorable oliday. ind out more about your free air ort transfer at trafal ar.com/freetransfers. (B) lease ote our coac returns to adrid from Barcelona on ay . ou are welcome to use t is com limentary transfer. ro o in adrid will be at t e Trafalgar adrid otel and not at t e air ort. Arrival will be at a ro imately m, de ending on

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Mediterranean Highlights 13 Days

5 Countries

18 Meals

Ease into lazy days and the locals' love of life and good food. Sun-kissed days and sizzling nights are the main attractions on this Mediterranean trip bringing you coastal Spain, France and Italy. You'll also enjoy lunch with sisters Sandra and Antonella on their Tuscan agriturismo near Vinci.

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• Discover Arles, Avi non, ourmarin, onaco and Pisa • Visit Pont du Gard, the French Riviera, Piazza della Si noria in lorence and St. eter s Basilica in Rome • View a Sa rada am lia in Barcelona, t e a al alace in Avi non, t e alace and Cat edral in onaco, t e eanin Tower of isa, the Duomo and Ponte Vecchio in Florence and the Colosseum in Rome

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MADRID

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FLORENCE

4.5/5

• Explore Madrid, Barcelona, Cinque Terre, Florence and Rome with a Local Specialist

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• See the Royal Palace and Cibeles Fountain in Madrid, Las Ramblas in Barcelona and the towns of rvieto and rte

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Welcome to Madrid Settle into the passionate embrace of fiery adrid, your launc ad to an e ic ourney t rou S ain, rance and taly. Join your fellow travellers and Travel irector for a Welcome ece tion and orientation drive ast some of adrid s most iconic sites. (WR) Hotel: AC by Marriott Cuzco

Discover Fiery Madrid We join a Local Specialist this mornin for a si tseein tour of t e S anis ca ital, durin w ic we ll see t e oyal alace and t e Cibeles ountain. n oy an afternoon on your own, e lorin t e world s best collection of S anis art at t e rado useum. r consider oinin an tional erience to t e im erial city of Toledo. (B)

Journey to Gaudí's Barcelona eave uro e s i est ca ital be ind, bound for t e Costa orada and t e sun kissed s ores of Barcelona. We venture to t e retty banks of t e bro iver and to mystical ara o a, w ose centuries of erita e ave been s a ed by t e omans, oors and C ristians. n oy some free time in Barcelona t is evenin . (B) Hotel: Condal Mar

Explore Vibrant Barcelona Join your Local Specialist t is mornin for a si tseein tour, ascend ont u c to et your bearin s and en oy anoramic views of t e city. See t e monument to C risto er Columbus and vibrant as amblas, before sto in at Antonio Gaud s unfinis ed master iece, La Sagrada Família. n oy t e rest of your day at leisure or consider oinin an tional erience to t e mountain to monastery of ontserrat. (B)

ass the yrenees to rles and vi non We journey via t e foot ills of t e yrenees into rance. Sto in Arles, w ere incent van Go found ins iration for so many aintin s. We arrive in t e roven al city of Avi non later t is afternoon, w ere we ll view t e Got ic a al alace and brid e made famous in t e son S r l d ig . (B) Hotel: Novotel Centre enture throu h retty rovence to ice We start t e day wit a visit to t e N SC listed ont du Gard. T en, our ourney takes us t rou t e icture erfect w eat and lavender fields of rovence, immortalised in t e works of an Go and C anne. We ll i l r in t e roven al town of ourmarin, before continuin to Nice, on t e a ur blue s ores of t e renc iviera. (B, ) Hotel: Novotel Centre

A Day to Enjoy the Riviera ick back and en oy a well deserved mornin at leisure on t e lorious renc iviera. Soak u t e oliday atmos ere or er a s oin an tional erience to t e nearby illto town of Saint aul de ence, one of t e oldest medieval towns on t e renc iviera. ater, visit t e rinci ality of onaco, w ere you will ave an o ortunity to view t e cat edral w ere rince ainier and Grace elly were married. T is evenin , t e lit and lamour beckon as you oin your new friends for a memorable dinner in so isticated surrounds. (B, RD) Onwards to Colourful Cinque Terre and Pisa Cross t e border into taly and oin a Local Specialist for a visit to t e dramatic N SC listed Cinque Terre, a series of centuries old seaside villa es w ic clin im ossibly to ru ed cli s t at lun e into t e i urian Sea. ater, we ead to isa w ere toni t, you ll dine in your otel. (B, D) Hotel: AC by Marriott to enaissance lorence iew isa s Square of iracles, w ere we ll see t e famous eanin Tower. Ne t, your introduction to Tuscany is an e clusive Be My Guest e erience w ere you ll i Locals over traditional lunc fare and t e le endary os itality for w ic t e re ion is renowned. Continue to t e birt lace of t e enaissance w ere we ll dine at our otel t is evenin . (B, BMG, D, ) Hotel: Grand Mediterraneo Uncover Florence’s Treasures Join your Local Specialist t is mornin for a si tseein tour of ma ical lorence. iew t e multi coloured uomo and t e almost 00 year old onte ecc io. T en, walk t rou w at was once t e olitical ub of t e city, t e ia a della Si noria, a veritable o en air treasure trove featurin wonderful scul tures and palazzi. S end t e rest of t e day on your own e loration of lorence s iconic and une ected si ts. (B)

All Roads Lead to Rome Journey t rou t e rollin ills of Tuscany and mbria, ast t e illto villa es of rvieto and rte, before arrivin in ome, t e ternal City and our ome for t e ne t two ni ts. (B) Hotel: Crowne Plaza St. Peter’s

Discover Ancient Rome and the Vatican City This mornin , we ll visit t e atican City and see t e im osin St. eter s Basilica, w ere ic elan elo s sorrowful iet as been admired by millions. We venture into Ancient ome wit a Local Specialist and e lore t e remnants of oman rule, en oyin views of t e Colosseum and Circus a imus. n your final afternoon, en oy some free time to indul e in la d l i a. T is evenin marks t e end of a ma nificent ourney t rou sout ern uro e. Join your fellow travellers and Travel irector for an unfor ettable arewell inner. (B, FD)

Arrivederci Italy or now it s a fond farewell to ome and your newfound friends as your oliday t rou S ain, rance and taly comes to an end. ind out more about your free air ort transfer at trafal ar.com/freetransfers. (B)

Explore Lourmarin. Brimmin wit inc me icturesque oto o ortunities, t is enc antin villa e o t e beaten at in rovence is one of t e most beautiful in rance. ead more at trafal ar.com.

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Spain, Morocco and Portugal 16 Days

3 Countries

22 Meals

From A$4675

Every day is an adventure on this Spain, Portugal and Morocco trip, whether you're enjoying a traditional barbeque with the Albaserrada family at their farm in Andalusia, celebrating ortugal s proud seafaring heritage or venturing deep ithin the ancient edina of es to find treasures to take home.

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SALAMANCA

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GRANADA

COSTA DEL SOL

• Explore Madrid, Toledo, Marrakesh, Fes, Seville and Lisbon with a Local Specialist

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• Discover Casablanca, abat, Tan ier, Fátima and Salamanca

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• Visit t e Syna o ue and Santo Tom in Toledo, the Alhambra in Granada, Bahia Palace and a Moroccan pharmacy in Marrakesh, the Cathedral in Seville, Monastery of the Hieronymites in Lisbon and Plaza Mayor in Salamanca • View the Royal Palace in Rabat, the assan osque in Casablanca, t e Bel m Tower in Lisbon and the Shrine at Fátima

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Hola Madrid ick o your unfor ettable ourney in t e fiery S anis ca ital of adrid. Join your fellow travellers and Travel irector for a Welcome ece tion and orientation drive ast some of t e city s most iconic sites. (WR) Hotel: Meliá Castilla Explore Fiery Madrid Join your Local Specialist on this day of discovery, includin views of t e iconic Cibeles fountain and aseo de la Castellana. Admire t e oyal alace and etiro ark before s endin t e rest of t e day on your own indul in in la buena vida. (B) Onwards to Toledo and Granada Join your Local Specialist for a walkin tour of Toledo, durin w ic you ll visit t e C urc of Santo Tom . Dive Into Culture at a local steel and amascene works o , before your ourney continues to Granada. (B, D, ) Hotel: Occidental Journey to the Sunny Costa del Sol Admire t e im ressive alatial city of t e Al ambra. Join a Local Specialist for a uided visit, t en continue to t e amboyant Costa del Sol. (B) Hotel: NH Marbella Access to attractions wit in t e Al ambra com le , includin t e Nasrid alace, is at t e discretion of t e sta of t e Al ambra. our Travel irector will advise and, if necessary, ad ust your itinerary accordin ly.

13 Explore Granada's Alhambra. our ocal S ecialist will reveal all t e istory and intri ue t at lie wit in t e Al ambra s 2th-century walls, a aradise on eart for S ain s last emirs. iscover more at trafal ar.com.

ross the trait of i raltar to an ier We travel alon t e sun kissed s ores of t e editerranean and cross to Nort Africa by ferry, arrivin in Tan ier, t e ateway to orocco. (B, D) Hotel: El Minzah Continue to Casablanca and Marrakesh We ourney sout to t e oroccan ca ital, abat, to view t e ausoleum of o ammed and t e th-century oyal alace. Continuin on to Casablanca ne t, we en oy views of t e assan osque wit t e world s tallest minaret, before venturin to arrakes . (B) Hotel: Le Méridien N’Fis

to i rant es e artin arrakes , we ourney nort to es, t e cultural ca ital of orocco. ela after your ourney or oin an tional erience Arabian dinner in a traditional Riad a ni t of eartfelt local entertainment, includin belly dancin awaits. (B, D) Hotel: Marriott Jnan Palace The Medina and More in Fes Join a Local Specialist for a stroll t rou t e edina of es. Admire traditional oroccan andiwork durin a visit to a car et coo erative. S end t e rest of your afternoon at leisure. (B) Sail the Strait to Seville Crossin t e Straits of Gibraltar by ferry, we arrive in S ain and ourney ast Jere to Seville. Consider oinin an tional erience to witness first and t e into icatin am erformance. (B) Hotel: Meliá Lebreros Explore Spectacular Seville Join your Local Specialist for a si tseein tour t at will take you ast t e iconic Giralda Bell Tower, aria uisa ark and t e im osin la a de s a a before we visit C risto er Columbus s ornate tomb in t e Cat edral. eet t e Albaserrada family and t eir orses on t eir farm in t e Andalusian countryside near t e w itewas ed villa e of Gerena. ere you ll en oy a Be My Guest e erience as you Connect With Locals over a dinner featurin fres re ional in redients and t e local a gria. (B, BMG, ) enture to is on our anoramic ourney continues t rou t e rovince of uelva. We cross into t e olden fields of t e Alente o re ion, bound for isbon. See t e leamin onument to t e iscoveries, t e sus ension brid e s annin t e Ta us iver and Bel m Tower. T en, oin your Local Specialist for a city tour and Dive Into Culture on a si tseein tour of t e N SC listed ieronymite onastery, built in t e 5th century. (B, ) Hotel: Olissippo Oriente Lisbon Your Way lore t e centuries old seafarin erita e of t e ortu uese, ayin tribute to t e reat e lorers w o bravely set o from ortu al s s ores to discover t e New World . Consider an tional erience to discover ortu al s Golden Trian le of Sintra, Cascais and t e storil coast. (B) il ri a e to ti a and on to ala anca We trace t e at of il rims at t e celebrated s rine in tima, t en de art ortu al bound for Salamanca. (B) Hotel: Gran Corona Sol Return to Madrid Traversin t e Sierra de Guadarrama ountains, we arrive in adrid. T is evenin , we oin our travel com anions and Travel irector for a memorable arewell inner. (B, FD) otel ollection uro uildin Journey Home ur e ic ourney t rou S ain, orocco and ortu al comes to an end t is mornin . ind out more about your free air ort transfer at trafal ar.com/freetransfers. (B)

Discover Marrakesh isit t e Ba ia alace durin your walkin tour wit a Local Specialist. See emaa el na Square in t e ld uarter wit its alm readers, acrobats and snake c armers. isit a traditional oroccan armacy and Dive Into Culture, ainin insi ts into t e blendin of creams and cosmetics usin re ional in redients. T e rest of t e day is yours to e lore. on t miss t e c ance to s o for bar ains in t e souks (markets) and ba aars, or er a s visit a local Berber villa e. ine toni t at your otel. (B, D, ) Connect With Locals WR Welcome Reception B Breakfast

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Best of Morocco 10 Days

1 Country

16 Meals

From A$2995

n in depth orocco trip featuring all the e citing sights sounds and avours efitting of its status as the gate ay to frica. plore the ancient alley ays of es spend the evening like a local in a riad and learn a out the healing touch of oroccan ingredients like argan oil.

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• Explore Fes and Marrakesh with a Local Specialist • Discover Rabat, Meknès, Erfoud, Ouarzazate, Essaouira and Casablanca

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• Visit a traditional tannery and dye-pit in es, idelt, Tafilalt asis, Ba ia alace and a Moroccan pharmacy in Marrakesh • View t e oyal alace in abat, t e i alley near Tin ir, t e Todra Gor e, A t Ben addou and t e assan osque in Casablanca

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Welcome to Casablanca elve into t e intri ue and romance of Casablanca, immortalised by ollywood, before meetin your travel com anions and Travel Director for a Welcome Reception. (WR) Hotel: Grand o ador ity entre ourney to a at ekn s and on to es We continue alon t e coast to t e ca ital, abat. ere we ll embark on an orientation tour of t e city includin views of t e rand th-century Palace and ausoleum of o ammed . Travellin to t e im erial city of ekn s, we ll see t e rand ate of Bab el ansour adorned by reen and w ite zeillij tiles. We arrive in es later today and s end t e rest of t e day at leisure. (B) Hotel: Marriott Jnan Palace Discover Vibrant Fes Join a Local Specialist today to e lore t e edina, one of t e lar est t rivin medieval centres in t e world. See t e oyal alace and Dive Into Culture durin a visit to t e round dye its and tanneries, revealin orocco s ancient leat ercraft. S end t e rest of t e day s o in or rela in in a lantern lit courtyard away from t e edina crowds. Join your com anions t is evenin for a special opportunity to Connect With Locals over dinner for a Be My Guest e erience, featurin oroccan s ecialities served wit wine in a traditional riad. ) Onwards to Erfoud We follow t e old caravan trail sout , sto in for a lunc in idelt. Continuin alon t e alm frin ed i alley and ast t e Tafilalt oasis, we arrive in t e oasis town of rfoud, re arded as t e Gateway to t e Sa ara . Hotel: Kasbah Xaluca to in hir asis and the tunnin ades alley Journeyin west, we arrive in Tin ir, one of the most beautiful oases in southern Morocco. We continue t rou art of t e Todra Gor e and cut t rou t e mountains for one of t e most dramatic views in t e country. n oy a memorable lunc , t en follow t e oute of a T ousand asba s to t e ouris in ades alley. ere we will overni t at one of Trafal ar s Stays With Stories, Xaluca ades, surrounded by anoramic views of t e Atlas Mountains. ) Hotel: Xaluca Dades

enture throu h the i h tlas ountains to arrakesh uar a ate as rovided a backdro for suc famous movies as awrence of Arabia , Cleo atra and Gladiator . S end some time e lorin t e si ts durin your orientation tour. See t e N SC listed fortified villa e of A t Ben addou in t e i Atlas ountains and continue t rou t e Ti i n Tic ka ass to arrakes t e ed City . arrakes is ome to orocco s lar est traditional souk (market) w ere you may wis to s end some time learnin t e art of a lin . (B) Hotel: Le Méridien N’Fis plore arrakesh isit t e ornate Ba ia alace durin a city orientation wit your Local Specialist and s end some time soakin u t e ener y of emaa el na Square in t e ld uarter wit its alm readers, acrobats and snake c armers. (B) Continue to Coastal Essaouira We travel to the laid back s ores of ssaouira t is mornin . Sto in en route, we Dive Into Culture to visit a cooperative involved in creatin cosmetics from traditional in redients. Consider a delicious seafood lunc and en oy some free time before oinin a city tour of t e N SC listed edina, t e walled Jewis uarter and Skala fortress. S end t e rest of t e evenin at leisure. ) otel ot c an o ador Return to Casablanca T is mornin we ourney nort to Casablanca w ere we will en oy views of t e ma nificent assan osque, built for t e late in s 0th birt day celebrations. ater, we oin our Travel irector and com anions for a arewell inner to celebrate an unfor ettable voya e of discovery. otel rand o ador ity entre

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verni ht in the scenic ades alley. erience orocco s Berber culture first and as you overni t on t e ed e of t e ma estic Atlas mountains overlookin t e ades alley. earn more at trafal ar.com.

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Best of Holland 7 Days

1 Country

9 Meals

From A$2895

Saddle up for a wild ride through the best of Holland on this epic Netherlands trip. You'll see the works of great masters at the Rijksmuseum, cycle through medieval Groningen like a local and soak up some of that characteristic gezellig spirit with a family on their farm.

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• Explore the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam, wolle and Gronin en (on bicycle tour) wit a ocal S ecialist • Discover Amsterdam and Rotterdam • Visit Aalsmeer or euken of (w en o en), oyal elft ottery, t e Airborne useum in Arn em, o e eluwe ark, r ller ller useum in ut en and a c eese and clo factory in olendam

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Delft

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Welcome to Amsterdam What better place to start your aunt t rou olland t an Amsterdam S end your day strollin t rou its retty streets and tree lined canals, sto in for a co ee and speculaas alon t e way. Join your Travel irector and fellow travellers t is evenin on a scenic canal cruise, includin a li t meal and welcome drinks, admirin t e centuries old fa ades. (WR) otel ilder er Garden

Explore Amsterdam’s Art and Architecture Delve into t e Golden A e and its e traordinary art, arc itecture and istory, traversin t e city s inner labyrint of canals and narrow streets, alon w ic undreds of sturdy utc bicycles rattle day and ni t. n oy a Small Grou Si tseein tour of t e i ksmuseum, featurin t e works of reat utc masters, includin embrandt s T e Ni t Watc . (B) ourney to als eer eukenhof he a ue and Rotterdam We rise wit t e birds t is mornin , takin a tri to Aalsmeer to visit t e vibrant ower auction and see t e vividly ued blooms for w ic olland is so famous. Alternatively, durin t e owerin season (end of arc until mid ay), we ll en oy an included visit to t e tuli fields of euken of t e mesmerisin si t of several million owerin bulbs lanted across 32 ectares will leave you in absolute awe. T is afternoon, we travel t rou T e a ue to t e istoric town of elft and Dive Into Culture at t e oyal elft ottery works o w ere we ll ain insi ts into t e manufacturin of t is delicate and ainted blue and w ite orcelain. We continue to ed y otterdam, w ic was rebuilt from t e round u after bein destroyed durin World War . our orientation tour will reveal an innovative city with arc itectural treasures wort ca turin on camera and a vibrant multicultural scene around every turn. (B, RD, ) otel ilder er arkhotel

to tunnin olle and ronin en We ead nort to t e beautiful anseatic city of wolle, w ere we ll oin our Local Specialist for a walkin tour t rou its medieval centre before makin our way to way to Gronin en. Wit its ric istory and eculiar ries dialect, t e city will be a i li t for culture and istory bu s. (B) Hotel: Apollo Venture to Volendam and Return to Amsterdam Dive Into Culture and saddle u to e lore t e university city of Gronin en durin a uided bicycle tour of its medieval centre. amble alon t e city s rin of canals like a local, before en oyin a stunnin drive t rou t e mesmerisin risian ake istrict en route to olendam, a former fis in ort on t e ed e of Jsselmeer. Dive Into Culture and learn about t e craft of wooden clo makin and utc c eese, followed by a celebratory Be My Guest Farewell Dinner wit t e auw family as you Connect With Locals over a traditional utc meal. (B, BMG, , ) Hotel: Mercure City Farewell Amsterdam or now we say a fond tot ziens to Amsterdam and our newfound friends, closin t e door on a memorable utc e erience. ind out more about your free air ort transfer at trafal ar.com/freetransfers. (B)

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Travel Director Tip W en in wolle, ay a visit to t e wolle Ballet es uis candy store and imagine yourself in grandmot er s time wit t e sweet scent of traditional old utc sweets suc as olka c unks and wine balls. T e real wolse Ballet es (balls) are made according to a traditional and secret reci e.

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Onwards to Arnhem and Oosterbeek We travel north to Arn em to see Jo n rost Brid e, so named to ay tribute to t e commander of t e Britis forces t at eld t e brid e for four days wit a mere 50 soldiers, durin t e World War Battle of Arn em. We sto for a visit of t e Airborne useum to learn about t e Battle of Arn em. T is afternoon, we ll also visit t e o e eluwe ark and t e r ller ller useum, featurin t e second lar est an Go collection in t e world. (B) Hotel: Fletcher De Buunderkamp Connect With Locals WR Welcome Reception B Breakfast

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Best of Holland, Belgium and Luxembourg 10 Days

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This Holland, Belgium, Luxembourg travel trio packs a punch with good food and epic sightseeing. The enchanting beauty of Bruges is a highlight, but there's more to experience, from seeing how Belgian lace is made, to dinner in an 18th-century Flanders farmstead.

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plore a in sterda Explore Amsterdam's istoric city centre t is mornin and en oy a Small Grou Si tseein tour of t e i ksmuseum wit a Local Specialist. Celebrate s rin and en oy an included visit to euken of (sub ect to season) w ere you ll stroll t rou an enc antin wonderland of tuli s, da odils and yacint s. (B)

ee the i hts of u e our ity T is mornin , we ay tribute to Allied orces ero, General Geor e S. atton, w ose final restin lace is t e u embour American Cemetery and Memorial. Later, we embark on a leisurely walkin tour of u embour City wit a Local Specialist. Our route takes us past the Cathedral and t e Grand ucal alace, wit its lemis Renaissance façades, and includes spectacular views of t e or e of t e rivers Al ette and etrusse. S end the rest of the day at leisure. (B) ourney to ru es n route to t e enc antin medieval villa e of Bru es, we sto in inant w ose famous son, Adol e Sa , is credited wit avin invented the saxophone. (B) Hotel: De’ Medici ncover the reasures of ru es Wake up in beautiful Bru es and oin a Local Specialist for a walkin tour of t e town. Take to t e water and en oy a w imsical si tseein cruise alon t e city s wonderful canals lined with Gothic façades. Dive Into Culture ne t and admire t e delicate art of Bel ian lace. Spend the rest of the day on your own. This evenin , we Connect With Locals, oinin arc Nyssen at is th century Bru es farmstead to learn about landers farm life and en oy dinner at an e clusive Be My Guest experience. (B, BMG, , )

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east on landers far life. ull u a c air wit arc Nyssen and learn about t e centuries-old dairy farm and family history as you en oy t e best of Bel ian farm to table cuisine. iscover more at trafal ar.com.

ontinue to hent and russels Delve into centuries of trade erita e in t e ort city of G ent. See t e medieval city s t ree famous towers Saint Nic olas Church, the Belfry and Saint Bavo's Cathedral – before continuin to Brussels. See t e Atomium, desi ned for t e 5 Brussels World s air, annekin is and t e e quisite Grand lace wit its ornate uild alls. Ste into our ele ant Stays With Stories accommodation, t e Sofitel Brussels uro e surrounded by leafy parks, cafés and museums, in the heart of the tranquil European District. (B, ) otel ofitel urope russels our Way Embrace a full free day to explore t e Bel ian ca ital as you wis . our Travel irector will assist you to make the most out of your free day. T is evenin we celebrate a memorable so ourn t rou t ree fascinatin countries durin a arewell Dinner. (B, FD) are ell russels We bid Bel ium a fond adieu this mornin as we re are to close t e curtain on a memorable holiday. Find out more about your free air ort transfer at trafal ar.com/freetransfers. (B)

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iscover el and otterda Soak up the g llig utc atmos ere t is mornin , before eadin to elft via T e a ue. We Dive Into Culture durin a visit to t e oyal elft ottery works o and admire t e delicate blue and white porcelain that has made this istoric town famous. We continue our ourney sout , arrivin in t e ed y ort city of otterdam, w ere we will en oy an informative orientation tour. (B, ) n ards to aastricht asto ne and u e our City T e fortified city of aastric t takes centre sta e t is mornin . We s end some time strollin t rou its town centre before continuin to Basto ne, t e site of bloody skirmishes in the World War II Battle of t e Bul e. isit t e 2th-century Cistercian Orval Abbey, renowned for bein one of t e few breweries t at roduce Tra ist beer before ourneyin to t e uc y of u embour , w ere toni t we ll dine in our hotel. (B, D) otel ovotel irch er

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See all the sights on this jam-packed Best of Germany trip. From cutting-edge Berlin, you'll travel back in time and enjoy a medieval banquet in a castle, watch life along the Rhine unfold on a cruise and see how the beauty of the Black Forest inspired fables and fairy tales.

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Welcome to Frankfurt n your first day in Germany, see t e si ts of rankfurt on your own before meetin your Travel irector for an orientation of t e medieval mer lat and financial district. ater, en oy a Welcome ece tion, includin a li t meal and welcome drink. (WR) otel heraton en ach ruise alon the hine and ourney to olo ne and Düsseldorf Board your leisurely ine cruise, sto in for lunc at a 3th-century castle where we Connect With Locals at our Be My Guest e erience and lunc wit views over t e ine alley. isit Colo ne and view t e Got ic s ires of its cat edral durin an orientation, t en continue to sseldorf. (B, BMG, ) otel eonardo oyal ni sallee

n ards to the ort ity of a ur Journey t rou t e lus landsca e of ower Sa ony to t e international trade centre of ambur for an orientation tour. S end t e rest of t e day at leisure e lorin t e city s seafarin erita e. Toni t, we will dine at our otel. (B, D) otel ro ne la a ity lster

ourney to erlin Cross the former ‘Iron Curtain' to Berlin where your Local Specialist will reveal the city's iconic landmarks, includin t e neo enaissance eic sta , Tier arten, Brandenbur Gate and nter den inden Boulevard. n oy some time at leisure t is afternoon. (B) Hotel: Sheraton Grand Esplanade

Discover the Grit and Glamour of Berlin Ascend t e iconic Berlin T Tower for 3 0 views of t e city and S ree iver. ou ll learn ow t is landmark c an ed from bein a symbol of t e communist re ime of ast Germany to a symbol of a reunited Berlin before en oyin some time t is afternoon to e lore Berlin your way. ou could c oose to oin an tional erience to delve into t e secrets of Berlin s ast, includin a visit to t e site of C eck oint C arlie. (B)

to resden isit resden, t e lorence on t e lbe and learn about t e restoration of city s beatiful Baroque fa ades followin its devastation durin World War . See t e Sem er era, win er alace and t e fully reconstructed rauenkirc e. T is afternoon, you could c oose an tional erience to visit t e resden oyal Treasury, one of t e ric est treasure c ambers in uro e, followed by a visit to orit bur Castle. (B) Hotel: Pullman Newa

enture to istoric ure er Gain insi ts into a divided Germany at dlareut s o en air museum and see a section of t e ori inal wall wit its security features. T is afternoon, arrive in Nurember , once t e uno icial ca ital of t e oly oman m ire. urin your orientation, see t e mi ty castle ram arts and stand in t e au tmarkt main square, t en s end t e rest of your evenin at leisure, er a s indul in in rilled r rg r and sauerkraut. (B) Hotel: NH Collection

ontinue to edieval othen ur and unich Stroll t rou t e medieval centre of ot enbur , seemin ly fro en in time and encircled by a fortified town wall t at remains intact after centuries. Admire its beautiful market square and t e ld Town all before followin art of t e omantic oad t rou villa es and t e countryside to unic . (B) otel oliday nn Westpark

Explore Munich mmerse yourself in t e diversity and s lendour of unic . n oy an orientation tour of t e city s landmarks and see t e Wittelsbac oyal amily esiden and arien lat , ome to t e Town all Glockens iel. ater you ll ave some time to e lore unic your way, includin er a s a visit to one of t e local beer alls for w ic t e ca ital of Bavaria is famous. (B)

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d ire eusch anstein astle and the lack Forest Sna your fin ers and be trans orted to a land of fables and folklore. isit in udwi s fairy tale Neusc wanstein Castle, t en continue to t e Black orest, w ose mystical landsca e ins ired fantasy and fiction from t e famous Brot ers Grimm. T is evenin , we dine at our Stays With Stories accommodation, of ut Sternen, a istoric Black orest style inn. (B, D, ) otel of ut ternen

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n to eidel er and rankfurt Witness the centuries old craft of cuckoo clock makin as you Dive Into Culture. T en view t e ruins of eidelber Castle, as well as t e Baroque style ld Town. Toni t, we en oy a arewell inner wit our newfound friends. (B, FD, ) otel heraton en ach

are ell er any After breakfast, we say a fond farewell after a memorable oliday. ind out more about your free air ort transfer at trafal ar.com/freetransfers. (B)

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Best of Germany and Austria 13 Days

2 Countries

From A$4795

18 Meals

Modern cities, medieval towns and all the sights in between make this Best of Germany and Austria experience one you'll remember. Beyond the beauty of the Rhine and Wachau, you'll explore Vienna's musical treasures, Alpine landscapes and the castle of a shy king.

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• Visit t e Berlin T Tower, Neusc wanstein Castle and Swarovski Crystal Worlds in nnsbruck

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Welcome to Frankfurt Embrace centuries-old erita e and modern style in t e vibrant city of Frankfurt. Meet your Travel Director for an orientation of the medieval Römerplatz and dynamic financial district. ater, we oin our fellow travellers for a memorable Welcome Reception. (WR) otel heraton en ach ruise in the hineland and on to olo ne The le end of orelei kick starts our mornin as we board a leisurely cruise alon t e mi ty ine ast castles and vineyard-clad hills. We stop to Connect With Locals at our Be My Guest experience and lunch with views over t e ine alley. Continuin to t e cultural ca ital of t e ineland, we view t e s ectacular Got ic s ires of Colo ne Cat edral. S end t e rest of t e evenin e lorin t e city s reat artistic treasures and historic town squares. (B, BMG, ) Hotel: Mercure Severinshof

ourney y i h peed rain to erlin T is mornin , we board a i s eed train to istoric Berlin and oin a Local Specialist to see t e im osin Brandenbur Gate, Tier arten, nter den inden Boulevard and t e eic sta Buildin , wit its famous lass dome. n oy the rest of the day at leisure. (B) otel a pton y Hilton City Centre Alexanderplatz Uncover Berlin’s Secrets Venture up one of the icons of a united Berlin and Germany. Ascend the Berlin TV Tower for s ectacular 3 0 views of t e city. n oy some free time t is afternoon to e lore t e city on your own. Perhaps see the remnants of the Berlin Wall, visit t e infamous C eck oint C arlie or en oy an tional erience to t e istrict of otsdam, t e former Prussian royal seat. (B)

ird s eye vie of erlin. n oy a full 3 0 view of Berlin and all its si ts from t e to of t e Berlin T Tower. ou ll also learn ow it is an icon of a reunified Berlin and Germany. ead more at trafal ar.com.

centuries. Continuin sout t rou icture erfect landsca es of Bavaria, we arrive in unic . We check into our Stays With Stories accommodation, the Arabella Sheraton Munich which once saw Led e elin, y o and reddie ercury belt out tunes in t e t en otel basement recordin studio. (B, ) otel heraton ra ellapark

n ards to othen ur Admire art and architecture in beautiful W r bur , w ere you will see t e rince Bis o s residence and arienber ortress, before arrivin in ot enbur , w ere we ll dine toni t in our hotel. Your Stays With Stories accommodation this evenin is t e traditional rin otel, ideally located within the 15th century fortified town walls. (B, D, ) Hotel: Prinzhotel

Discover Munich Stroll t rou t e eart of unic t is mornin , visitin arien lat wit bot its new and old City alls. See t e ma ical Glockens iel t at deli ts visitors t rou out t e day wit its re-enactment of 16th-century tales. Spend the rest of t e day on your own, e lorin t e city s Baroque alaces and vibrant markets, or embrace t e Bavarian re ion s ric beer brewin erita e at one of unic s many beer halls. (B) d ire eusch anstein astle and on to nns ruck ndul e in a world of fantasy and fables durin your visit to Neusc wanstein Castle, built as a retreat for in udwi to retire from ublic life. Wind your way t rou t e countryside, climbin i er into t e Bavarian Al s bound for nnsbruck, w ere you ll s end t e ne t two ni ts. T is evenin , dinner is served at your hotel. (B, D) otel nns ruck plore lpine nns ruck T is mornin , you ll embark on a short orientation tour that includes views of t e ld Town, ofbur alace and t e ornate Golden oof, built to commemorate t e weddin of m eror a imilian . Ne t, admire t e fascinatin crystal installations at the Swarovski Crystal Worlds Store. ou could consider oinin a traditional dinner and Tyrolean folklore s ow t is evenin . (B)

enture to al ur Join a Local Specialist in Sal bur for a walkin tour of a city t at featured in T e Sound of usic . ou ll view o art s birt lace and family ouse in t e icturesque Getreide asse, and t e om lat dominated by Sal bur Cat edral. T is evenin , we dine at our otel. (B, D) Hotel: Austria Trend Europa

hrou h the Wachau alley to ienna Scenic landscapes provide a beautiful backdrop for our drive ast ake ondsee to t e N SC listed Wac au alley. T is afternoon, we arrive in t e im erial ca ital of ienna. We ll transfer to your Stays With Stories accommodation, t e ilton anube Waterfront, a renovated rain silo built in . We ave t e evenin at leisure to en oy t e sounds of t e City of usic or consider an evenin of iennese classical music. (B, ) otel ilton anu e Waterfront

of ur alace and ore in ienna Explore the s lendour of ienna at ofbur alace one of t e i li ts of your uided si tseein tour of ienna with a Local Specialist, w ic will also include views of t e rand State era ouse and in strasse. Admire t e ornate, colourful roof of St. Ste en s Cat edral, one of t e city s most beloved icons, before s endin t e afternoon at leisure. Toni t, oin your Travel irector and fellow travellers for a Farewell Dinner. (B, FD)

are ell ienna We bid farewell to our companions at the end of a wonderful holiday. Find out more about your free air ort transfer at trafal ar.com/freetransfers. (B)

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Switzerland and Austria 13 Days

4 Countries

From A$4895

17 Meals

One of our most popular Austria and Switzerland trips, this incredible duo also delivers a visit to the little Liechtenstein capital. The Alps take centre stage on this journey, but you'll also learn about life as a Carinthian nun when you join them for dinner in a former castle.

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ZURICH

LIECHTENSTEIN

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Wachau Valley

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Welcome to Zurich Your epic journey to the heart of Europe starts in Zurich. Explore its historic centre and scenic lakeside settin , before meetin your Travel Director and fellow travellers for an orientation and Welcome Reception. (WR) otel venpick e ensdorf

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ourney to iechtenstein and al ur mbark on a soul stirrin encounter wit t e valleys and lofty eaks of iec tenstein, bound for its tiny ca ital, adu . Continue alon t e scenic Arlber route t rou t e Tyrol to your overni t sto in t e Baroque city of Sal bur . ere, you will oin a Local Specialist for a walkin tour t at will take you ast iconic si ts, includin t e ouse w ere o art once lived and om lat wit its im osin Sal bur er om Cat edral, esiden Castle and St. eter s Abbey. (B) otel ustria rend uropa n ards to ienna Walt t rou t e scenic Austrian countryside, ast ake ondsee and t e rollin ills and fortresses of t e Wac au alley. See elk Abbey overlookin t e beautiful anube, t en continue to ienna. er a s s end your first evenin in t e City of Music on an Optional Experience Viennese dinner with traditional entertainment. (B) otel anu e ity iscover rtistic ienna Admire t e rand boulevards and beautiful Got ic and Baroque fa ades of t e Austrian ca ital on a uided si tseein tour wit a Local Specialist. ou ll see t e State era, ofbur , St. Ste en s Cat edral and arliament, before s endin time e lorin t is im erial city your way. n oy t e a culture of t e city and toni t consider an Optional Experience dinner and Viennese Concert. (B) to the iverside illach We journey south to Gra , wit its strikin arc itecture and fascinatin Roman history. Continue to Lipizzaner Stud farm at iber w ere we ll Dive Into Culture and ain insi ts into t e breedin of t ese at letic w ite stallions for t e S anis idin Sc ool. T en ead to illac , our ome for toni t. T is evenin , we Connect With Locals and join Sister Monika and the nuns of Kloster Wernber at a monastery oused in a beautiful old castle. Enjoy their hospitality and a traditional Carinthian dinner at this Be My Guest experience. (B, BMG, , ) otel alais scend to lpine nns ruck Admire s ectacular Al ine scenery, ourneyin over t e remarkable elbertauern oad on your way to t e ca ital of t e Tyrol, nnsbruck. ere you will ave an o ortunity to admire m eror a imilian s Golden oof, St. James Cathedral and see the Olympic ski jump. You could c oose to admire t e fascinatin crystal installations and browse for recious ifts and souvenirs at t e Swarovski Crystal Worlds Store. (B) otel rauer r enture to t. orit T is mornin , we cross t e Swiss border and travel t rou t e enc antin landsca es of t e n adine alley. Arrivin in t e c ic winter s orts resort of St. orit , we ave t e afternoon on our own to e lore t e scenic landsca e or perhaps take a mountain pass train ride. (B, D) otel eine ictoria

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isit t. orit ski resort. Breathe in the crisp mountain air and admire this sophisticated ski lay round, er a s climb aboard a train for a memorable ourney across Bernina ass. iscover more at trafal ar.com.

ourney to ake a iore and on to er att rive via t e alo a ass, ast ake Como, to ake a iore. lore t e lakeside town of Stresa, before seein t e Borromean slands. T en, ead towards t e Sim lon ass en route to ermatt, w ere you will dine at your hotel. (B, D) otel lpen esort

er att our Way S end a full free day soakin u ermatt s cris mountain air. ela in beautiful surrounds or consider an Optional Experience to the Klein Matterhorn. (B)

n to ake eneva and ontreu We continue our ourney t rou t e ne alley, arrivin on t e tranquil s ores of ake Geneva later today, w ere we will view Chillon Castle. We follow the lakeshore to ontreu , set a ainst t e ristine backdro of snow covered peaks and vineyards. (B) otel urotel

ross the r ni ass to ucerne Travel via Bern to nterlaken, in t e s adow of t e Jun frau. Cross t e Br ni ass to ucerne, to view t e ancient wooden C a el Brid e and visit t e oi nant ion onument. (B) otel rand urope

ucerne our Way Wander t rou ucerne s medieval streets, s endin t e day e lorin t e city on your own or consider an Optional Experience ascendin a nearby mountain for anoramic views. T is evenin , toast to your e ic ourney durin your Farewell Dinner. (B, FD)

Journey Home We say a fond farewell to Switzerland and our newfound friends at t e end of an unfor ettable ourney. ind out more about your free air ort transfer at trafal ar.com/freetransfers. (B)

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Contrasts of Switzerland 8 Days

1 Country

From A$4795

11 Meals

All aboard for one of the world's most beautiful train journeys. On this exciting Switzerland trip, you'll travel through the stunning Swiss countryside. It's a gem of a trip featuring life in tiny villages and sophisticated cities, not to mention St. Moritz with its jet-set appeal.

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LUCERNE

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Vevey

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Welcome to Zurich uric is our s rin board to a s ectacular ourney t rou Swit erland. lore its mi of ancient erita e and modern verve durin your orientation tour before oinin your Travel irector and fellow travellers t is evenin for a Welcome ece tion to launc your Swiss e erience. (WR) Hotel: Mövenpick Airport Onwards by Train to St. Moritz ur love a air wit t e snow ca ed eaks of Swit erland be ins on a scenic train journey via Chur to the stylish resort of St. orit , set a ainst t e beautiful backdro of ake St. orit . Admire t e ins irin natural settin and er a s travel on one of Swit erland s most spectacular rail routes across the Bernina pass this afternoon, before en oyin St. orit at your leisure toni t. (B) Hotel: Reine Victoria

Catch the Glacier Express to Zermatt mbrace t e lamour and romance of a by one era. Watc t e e ic al ine landsca es drift ast as you c u alon one of t e world s most unfor ettable rail ourneys from t e comfort of t e Glacier ress. Cross undreds of brid es and t e beral ass at 2,033 metres above sea level. n oy an included lunc on board as you ourney ast lakes and laciers bound for t e resort town of ermatt, at t e foot ills of t e im osin atter orn. (B, L) Hotel: Alpen Resort

ourney on the olden and r ni ass to Interlaken and Lucerne icture erfect landsca es are our constant companion as we journey from Geneva alon t e Golden ass route. We sto at nterlaken in t e eart of t e Swiss Al s, located at t e foot of a trio of famous eaks t e i er, nc and Jun frau. S end some time at leisure and en oy su erb views of t e eaks of t e Bernese berland. We follow t e Br ni ass to t e lakeside town of ucerne in central Swit erland, w ere we will stay for t e ne t two ni ts. T e evenin is free to s end as you wis , but you could c oose to s ow o your vocal talents and learn ow to yodel durin an o tional fun acked Swiss folklore s ow wit fondue dinner. (B) Hotel: Astoria Explore Medieval Lucerne Mountain top peaks surround you as you wander t rou t e medieval streets of ucerne on an orientation walk. isit t e oi nant ion onument, built in memory of t e Swiss Guard w o bravely defended ouis durin t e renc evolution. iew t e covered wooden C a el Brid e s annin t e euss wit its decorated wooden anels, w ic c ronicle t e istory of ucerne. ater consider an tional erience to a nearby mountain eak, or e lore t e ld Town and s o for delicious Swiss c ocolate. Toni t, we oin our Travel irector and fellow travel com anions for a arewell inner wit wine in a local restaurant. (B, FD) Journey Home We say a fond farewell to Swit erland and newfound friends at t e end of a remarkable Swiss oliday. our Travel irector will ive you tickets for the short train journey from Lucerne to Zurich Air ort, w ic can be used at your convenience for t e onward ourney. (B)

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Matterhorn views from Zermatt. Feel like a local as you o about your day a ainst t e im osin snow ca ed backdro of t e atter orn, a ma net for adventurers. earn more at trafal ar.com.

Discover Scenic Zermatt Join your Travel Director for an orientation walk around t is car free resort before s endin t e rest of t e day on your own, indul in in t e tranquil mountain atmos ere. Consider an tional erience to t e lein atter orn, ascendin over snow ca ed mountains to uro e s i est cable car station. (B) A Train Journey to Lakeside Geneva We board a train to evey and Connect With Locals in C e bres on t e s ores of ake Geneva. We ll en oy lunc at t is memorable Be My Guest e erience t en continue to so isticated Geneva w ere your orientation will include views of t e ld Town, Jet d au and t e lower Clock, ayin tribute to t e city s centuries old watc makin traditions. ater, e lore t e si ts of t is lakeside city on your own. Stroll t rou t e ancient ma e of medieval streets and quiet squares or consider a cruise en oyin views of t e lakeside villa es. (B, BMG, ) Hotel: Warwick

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Travel Director Tip n Swit erland, look for t e sim le but iconic ondaine Clock in every railway station in t e country. T ey are not ust recise but also unique. T e red second and circles t e face in ust 5 seconds, t en does a two eartbeat sto before t e ne t minute begins. Stephanie Bahr

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Best of Switzerland 9 Days

2 Countries

12 Meals

From A$3895

All the Best of Switzerland with a side visit to Italy. What could be better? Your travels will take you to Lake Geneva for local wine, cheese and delicious desserts in Lavaux, Lord Byron's enchanting Chillon Castle and the pretty town of Brienz for a masterclass in Swiss wood carving.

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ZERMATT

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Interlaken

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Lake Geneva

LUCERNE

• Discover Zurich and Lucerne BERNINA EXPRESS

• View t e C a el Brid e and ion onument in ucerne, t e Jun frau and Matterhorn mountains (weather ermittin ), ake a iore and ake Como

Italian Lakes

ITALY

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Sightseeing

Swiss cow

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Country Explorer

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Welcome to Zurich Welcome to the sophisticated Swiss city of uric a awless blend of fascinatin erita e and modern s irit. eet your Travel irector and fellow travellers for a Welcome Reception and orientation in t is beautiful lakeside settin . (WR) otel venpick e ensdorf Journey to Lake Geneva We leave t e bri t li ts of uric be ind and sto in Bern wit its ld Town, admirin its medieval streets, ornate fountains and arcaded walkways. Journeyin to ake Geneva, we arrive in t e resort town of ontreu , set a ainst t e ristine backdro of snow covered eaks and vineyards. After lunc , consider oinin an tional erience to cruise ake Geneva, includin a visit to t e C arlie C a lin museum in is former estate, anoir de Ban. (B) Hotel: Eurotel n ards to hillon astle and er att This mornin , we visit C illon Castle, immortalised by ord Byron s risoner of C illon . or nearly four centuries, this water fortress was the residence of the Counts of Savoy and an im ortant sto for traders. ur ne t sto is Bour en avau , a c armin wine villa e above ake Geneva, w ere we ll Connect With Locals over lunch at our Be My Guest e erience. Continue your ourney to t e resort town of ermatt, set a ainst t e backdro of t e snow ca ed atter orn. (B, BMG, ) otel ira eau lpen esort

to lpine t. orit We travel t rou t e scenic talian countryside, crossin t e Swiss border into t e scenic er n adine alley. We sto in t e fortified town of Tirano, w ere we will board t e famous Bernina ress train and wind our way t rou scenic landscapes en route to the stylish resort town of St. orit . T is evenin , en oy dinner wit your fellow travellers. (B, D) Hotel: Reine Victoria ourney to akeside ucerne Journeyin t rou lus reen landsca es, ast ake uric , we arrive in lakeside ucerne. ay tribute to t e brave Swiss Guards, w o lost t eir lives defendin in ouis at t e ion onument, and cross t e iconic wooden C a el Brid e before strollin ast t e city s colourful fa ades. Consider oinin a cruise on t e tranquil lake waters and t en ride t e world s first double deck Cabri cable car to t e to of ount Stanser orn. (B) Hotel: Grand Europe d ire cenic rien and nterlaken We travel to nterlaken at t e eart of Swit erland, w ic lies in t e s adow of t e Jun frau ountain. Sto in in t e villa e of Brien en route, we ll Dive Into Culture and ain insi ts into t e centuries old tradition of wood carvin for w ic t is villa e is so famous. S end some time on your own and en oy su erb views of t e eaks of t e Bernese berland. T is evenin , we en oy a arewell inner wit our fellow travellers and Travel irector toastin t e i li ts of Swit erland we ve en oyed alon t e way. (B, FD, ) Homeward Bound As our ourney t rou t e Best of Swit erland comes to an end, we bid our newfound friends a fond farewell. ind out more about your free air ort transfer at trafal ar.com/freetransfers. (B)

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mbrace a bit of om and circumstance at t e world's second largest open-air Tattoo show in Basel. Watc as international military bands, o ular musicians, traditional folk dancers and tattoo formations wow spectators during rousing erformances t at will get your feet ta ing. Wine tastin ith vie s of ake eneva and the lps. n oy local vinta es and c eeses wit aude o el on t e family wine farm er self tau t wine makin randfat er be an. ead more at trafal ar.com.

Zermatt Your Way S end t e day soakin u t e cris mountain air and anoramic al ine vistas. ou ave a full day on your own to e lore t e town, or sim ly rela in beautiful surrounds. Consider an tional Experience to the Klein Matterhorn for the most s ectacular mountain views or e lore t e erita e of w at was once a remote mountain villa e. (B)

enture to the talian ake a iore e artin Swit erland, we travel to t e lakeside town of Baveno on taly s ake a iore. S end t e rest of t e day indul in in t e laid back lakeside atmos ere or consider oinin an tional erience to sola Bella, one of t e lake s Borromean islands, wit its palazzo and e quisite ardens. (B) Hotel: Simplon/Grand Dino

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Prague, Vienna and Budapest 10 Days

4 Countries

12 Meals

From A$2825

Imperial capitals and their captivating history are the highlights on this exciting Prague, Vienna and Budapest trip. You'll also join a local Hungarian family in their winery for a hearty meal and be spellbound by the stunning views of Charles Bridge and Prague's Old Town.

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SLOVAKIA VIENNA

• Visit St. itus Cat edral and t e ld Town Square of ra ue, t e old un arian ca ital of s ter om, t e N SC listed Castle istrict and is erman s Bastion in Buda est

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Welco e to ra ue T e leamin s ires of ra ue s ine bri tly on t is At eisure so ourn t rou t e im erial ca itals of ra ue, ienna and Buda est. Admire t e Got ic, enaissance and Baroque fa ades, before oinin your Travel irector and travel com anions for an unfor ettable Welcome ece tion to kick o your oliday. (WR) otel ienna ouse ndel s

iscover istoric ra ue Delve into centuries of istory, oinin your Local Specialist for a uided walk ast t e city s iconic si ts. isit t e final restin lace of Bo emian kin s, St. itus Cat edral, set wit in t e recincts of ra ue Castle. T en, admire t e Astronomical Clock in t e ld Town Square, wit its ourly Walk of t e A ostles. See t e th-century C arles Brid e, lined wit t e Baroque statues of saints, before s endin t e afternoon admirin t e s ectacular citysca e on your own. (B)

ra ue our Way Today is yours to e lore t e le ends, castles and alaces of ra ue. ollow t e oyal oute and discover istoric treasures, admire icturesque views of t e city from et n ill, or oin an tional erience to utn ora, wit its bone bedecked c a el and five nave St. Barbara C urc . S end your evenin at leisure, en oyin some of t e local beer for w ic t e country is famous. (B) ourney to lovak ratislava and on to ienna Travel sout from ra ue t rou lus oravian landsca es to Bratislava, assin its quaint ld Town, before continuin your ourney to ienna our ome for t e ne t t ree ni ts. Admire t e city s musical talents and consider attendin a iennese concert. (B) otel perial idin chool Explore Vibrant Vienna T e erita e of one of uro e s most in uential royal families is e lored t is mornin as we Dive Into Culture durin a Small Grou Si tseein uided visit to t e absbur s royal collection of art and wonders before t e doors are o en to t e eneral ublic. ater, we oin an included si tseein tour wit a Local Specialist to view the ofbur alace, t e o icial residence of t e resident of Austria and former ome of t e absbur ynasty. We ll see suc si ts as t e arliament Buildin , t e ma nificent era ouse and St. Ste en s Cat edral wit its eometrically tiled roof. S end t e afternoon on your own, indul in in t e city s a culture with a slice or two of Sachertorte. (B, )

ienna our Way Today is yours to e lore t e City of usic on your terms. Tread in t e footste s of t e reat sons of ienna o art, aydn and Strauss, as you delve into t e city s ric musical erita e nurtured by aristocrats t rou out t e centuries. Consider a visit to t e beautiful Baroque Sc nbrunn alace to see t e former im erial summer residence. (B) n ards to udapest Journey alon t e anube Bend, a narrow twistin valley in t e retty Car at ian Basin, sto in in s ter om to view its Castle ill, domed Cat edral, and St. T omas ill. We follow t e scenic landsca e to t e romantic city of Buda est w ere we will s end t e ne t t ree ni ts. n oy a free evenin si in un arian wines or consider cruisin alon t e anube. (B) otel ilton ity ee the i hts of udapest Join a Local Specialist t is mornin for a walkin tour t rou t e windin lanes of Buda s Castle istrict. isit t e is erman s Bastion, view t e att ias C urc and drive to est to see t e Great Syna o ue, t e lar est in uro e. We ay tribute to t e seven c ieftains of t e a yars in eroes Square before en oyin time at leisure to indul e in co ee and krémes in the Jewish Quarter or s o for un arian embroidery and fine orcelain. Toni t s Be My Guest e erience will see us Connect With Locals over dinner wit t e Sc ies l family and ear t e story of t eir winery. (B, BMG, ) udapest our Way enture u Gellert ill for s ectacular views of t e Buda est skyline, rela in t e S ec enyi Bat s or consider an tional erience to S entendre, a riverside villa e o ular wit artists and craftworkers. n our last evenin to et er, we toast to a ma nificent ourney to t e im erial ca itals of uro e and en oy a arewell inner in a local restaurant. (B, FD) are ell udapest We say a fond farewell to our com anions and Travel irector today after an unfor ettable At eisure tri . ind out more about your free air ort transfer at trafal ar.com/freetransfers. (B)

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Welcome to Munich The sophisticated city streets of unic kick o your adventure t rou t e ca itals of Imperial Europe. Join your fellow travellers and Travel irector t is evenin for an orientation tour, includin views of t e arien lat and its iconic Glockens iel, before a Welcome Reception to launch your journey. (WR) Hotel: Sheraton Westpark/Holiday Inn Westpark ourney to edieval e ens ur and ra ue This mornin visit e ensbur , an uns oilt medieval em. Cross t e C ec border and ead to ra ue, your ome for t e ne t two ni ts. (B) Hotel: Vienna ouse ndel s n elo y ienna ouse iscover olourful ra ue Delve into centuries of history as you join a Local Specialist for a uided si tseein tour of ra ue. iew t e im ressive arc itecture of St. itus Cat edral in t e rounds of t e ,000 year old ra ue Castle. Cross t e river on your walkin tour to t e ld Town Square to see t e Astronomical Clock, wit its ourly Walk of t e A ostles. T e afternoon is yours to e lore t e city on your own. (B) Onwards to Slovak Bratislava and Budapest Cross the lush landscapes of Moravia and stop in Bratislava to admire its eclectic Got ic, Baroque and Art eco arc itecture. Continue across t e un arian border before arrivin in Buda est, t e aris of t e ast w ere a free evenin could see you c oose an tional erience anube cruise wit dinner featurin un arian s ecialities and awe ins irin views. (B) otel ovotel anu e Explore Riverside Budapest Admire all t e i li ts of Buda est on a uided si tseein tour wit a Local Specialist. See t e famous C ain Brid e w ic connects two ancient settlements t at straddle t e anube, and t e N SC listed Castle ill district. isit is erman s Bastion and en oy su erb views across t e im osin arliament buildin and anube below. S end t e rest of t e day at leisure or oin an tional erience visit to S entendre, a icturesque medieval town located on t e banks of t e anube. ater, you ll oin t e Sc ies l family for a earty un arian dinner at our Be My Guest experience. Connect With Locals and hear the story of their winery. (B, BMG, )

Venture to Vienna A leisurely start to your mornin could see you oinin an tional erience uided tour of t e ma nificent arliament Buildin and a visit to t e world famous Gundel restaurant for pancakes. Cross the hilly landscapes of Transdanubia sto in in Gy r to soak u its medieval atmos ere. Arrive in ienna for an evenin at leisure to indul e in t e ca tivatin melodies, art and arc itecture of a city that was once home to famous composers. (B) Hotel: Holiday Inn South ee the i hts of ienna Join a Local Specialist and e lore t e im erial s lendour of ienna at ofbur alace, t e former winter residence of t e absbur ynasty. Admire t e rand State era ouse and in strasse, t en see t e ornate colourful roof of St. Ste en s Cat edral, one of t e city s most beloved icons. er a s consider a visit to t e Baroque Sc nbrunn alace wit its tranquil ardens or en oy ienna s musical talents at one of t e erformances for which the city is famous. (B) to ictures ue al ur See the Benedictine Melk Abbey perched on a rocky outcrop above the anube. Arrive in Sal bur later and embark on a leisurely walkin tour wit a Local Specialist. Dine in your otel t is evenin . (B, D) Hotel: Mercure City Return to Munich W ere your ourney be an. Celebrate a memorable holiday with new friends at an unfor ettable arewell inner. (B, FD) Hotel: Sheraton Westpark/Holiday Inn Westpark Farewell Munich Say a fond auf Wiedersehen to Germany, at t e end of your e ilaratin uro ean experience. Find out more about your free airport transfer at trafal ar.com/freetransfers. (B)

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Get stuck into Polish comfort food and all the other highlights on this travel experience showcasing the Best of Poland. Explore Warsaw's proud history, the enduring beauty of Kraków and the da sk glo ing a er trade all hile discovering the resilience of the olish people.

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Welcome to Warsaw Connect with Warsaw's steadfast spirit – a city rebuilt from the ashes of World War II. This evenin , meet your fellow travellers and Travel irector at your hotel. (WR) Hotel: Crowne Plaza Hub

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Discover Historic Warsaw T is mornin , embark on an in de t uided si tseein tour wit a Local Specialist. Gain a dee er understandin of ow t e city was rebuilt after t e devastation of t e Second World War. n your free time, you may consider an Optional Experience to Wilanów Palace. (B)

ourney to oru and ultural Wroc a Stop in the medieval town of Toru t is mornin , a N SC listed World erita e Site. ou ll oin your Local Specialist for a si tseein tour t at will reveal t e city s eanin Tower, t e ouse of famed astronomer Nicolaus Co ernicus and Toru Castle, amon ot er key attractions. Continue to Wroc aw, a former uro ean Ca ital of Culture . Toni t, en oy dinner at your hotel. (B, D) Hotel: Q Plus plore Wroc a T is mornin , oin your Local Specialist on a uided tour of t e city. iscover its complex history and see some of its most important sites, includin Wroc aw Cat edral, t e ain arket Square, ld Town all and Salt Square, a former medieval market lace and today, a ower market. Dive Into Culture and visit the Baroque ceremonial all of Aula eo oldina at Wroc aw niversity. T is afternoon, consider oinin an tional erience to si Castle and N SC listed widnica C urc of Peace. (B, ) to the atra ountains and akopane our journey today takes you towards the foot of the Tatra ountains, t e i est mountain ran e of t e Car at ians, w ic stretc across Central uro e. S end some free time en oyin t e local town or consider takin an tional erience. Break bread with a local Polish family at the foothills of the Tatra ountains in ako ane. ou ll Connect With Locals and ain insi ts into t eir way of life in t e olis i lands, w ile en oyin a ome cooked dinner featurin local s ecialities at t is memorable Be My Guest experience. Warm up at your Stays With Stories accommodation, t e ercure otel ako ane, nestled ri t ne t to t e ski slo e and bubblin eot ermal pools. (B, BMG, , ) otel ercure aspro y

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n ards to oastal da sk Journey to Gda sk, the amber capital of the world and one of the oldest cities in oland. n oy a si tseein tour wit a Local Specialist, t en Dive Into Culture durin a visit to t e uro ean Solidarity Centre, w ic reveals t e istory of Solidarity, t e olis trade union and civil resistance movement. Toni t, dinner is served at your otel. (B, D, ) Hotel: Radisson Hotel & Suites da sk our Way Enjoy a full free day to explore Gda sk on your terms. Consider oinin an tional erience to visit albork Castle, founded by t e Teutonic rder of ni ts in 2 . (B)

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ontinue to rak Travel to Kraków where you will enjoy views of the Royal Castle and Cathedral on Wawel ill durin your tour wit a Local Specialist. our walkin tour t rou t e ld Town includes a visit to the Cloth Hall and St. Mary's Church. T is evenin , er a s sam le some lively olis entertainment with dinner. (B) Hotel: Qubus rak our Way Consider oinin an tional erience to t e Wielic ka Salt ine, renowned as t e nder round Salt Cat edral of oland. T e rest of t e day is yours to e lore t e si ts on your own. (B)

enture to usch it and eturn to Warsa We visit t e concentration cam at Ausc wit , a oi nant reminder of t e orrors er etrated durin t e olocaust. Travellin to Jasna G ra onastery, we see t e iconic Black adonna of C stoc owa. T is evenin , we arrive in Warsaw, w ere we en oy a Farewell Dinner with newfound friends. (B, FD) Hotel: Crowne Plaza Hub

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A jam-packed Bohemian trip showcasing the stories of central Europe. Learn about its colourful folklore and the tragedies of war as you visit in the heart of Old Town Kraków, slice through the Carpathians and see all the highlights of Prague, Budapest and Vienna.

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Welcome to Berlin Start your central European adventure in Berlin. S end time meanderin t rou t is remarkable city before meetin your Travel Director and fellow travellers for a Welcome Reception. (WR) Hotel: Hilton plore ustlin erlin Explore an iconic landmark of a unified Berlin and reunified Germany durin an e erience at t e Berlin T Tower. n oy ins irin 360° views of the city, then see the neo-Renaissance eic sta , Tier arten, Brandenbur Gate and nter den Linden Boulevard with a Local Specialist. Spend some free time t is afternoon e lorin t e city on your own. (B) ourney to o na and on to Warsa We travel t rou atc work farm landsca es sto in in o na , before arrivin in t e modern olis ca ital, Warsaw. You'll check in to your Stays With Stories accommodation, the Leonardo Royal hotel, situated ust 500 metres from t e Warsaw risin useum and near t e remains of t e etto walls if you d like to dive dee er into t e area s tra ic istory. (B, D, ) Hotel: Leonardo Royal iscover istoric Warsa Join a Local Specialist this mornin to e lore Warsaw s colourful istoric centre, includin t e ld Town, w ic t e Na is destroyed in retaliation for t e brave Warsaw risin . We ll also see t e Warsaw G etto, tra ically immortalised in t e oi nant oman olanski film T e ianist . S end t e rest of t e day e lorin t e city s si ts on your own. Consider a visit to the Wilanów Palace, a priceless testimony to the splendour of Poland's royal past, and treat yourself to a C o in recital, before oinin your travel com anions t is evenin for a delicious e ional inner at a local restaurant. (B, RD)

enture throu h lovakia to udapest Drive south t rou t e Tatras mountains and across t e border into Slovakia. Continue to un ary and arrive later in t e majestic capital of Budapest. (B) otel ercure orona

ncover the reasures of udapest We join a Local Specialist for a si tseein tour, featurin views of t e famous C ain Brid e and t e N SC listed Castle Hill district with a visit to the Fisherman's Bastion. See eroes Square to ay tribute to t e a yar c ieftains w o founded t e un arian nation. S end t e rest of t e day e lorin on your own or consider a tri to Szentendre, a lively riverside town renowned for its art life. T is evenin , we Connect With Locals and join the Schieszl family for dinner and hear the story of their winery at our Be My Guest experience. (B, BMG, )

n ards to usch it and rak Dive Into Culture as we ay oma e to C stoc owa s Black adonna at the Jasna Góra Monastery. Continue to the Auschwitz emorial Site for a oi nant reminder of one of t e reatest tra edies of World War . We continue to t e enc antin city of rak w. (B, D, ) Hotel: Qubus

ee the lack adonna in estocho a. Stand in t e site t at il rims ave ocked to for over 600 years, where you'll learn all about t is sombre aintin s many miracles. iscover more at trafal ar.com.

ee the i hts of rak We take to t e beautiful streets of rak w, oinin a Local Specialist for a walkin tour of t e medieval ld Town. isit t e Mariacki Church, see Wawel Castle, then enjoy panoramic views of the city from Wawel Hill. The rest of t e day is yours to e lore t e si ts on your own. Consider oinin an tional erience to t e Wielic ka Salt ine, renowned as t e nder round Salt Cathedral of Poland. (B)

to ienna Cross t e illy Transdanubia re ion to t e oman town of Gy r. Amble alon Baross G bor utca before de artin for ienna. our Stays With Stories accommodation t is evenin is t e ilton anube Waterfront, a renovated rain silo built in 1916. (B, ) otel ilton anu e Waterfront d ire i rant ienna Tread in the footsteps of o art, aydn and Strauss, admirin ienna s im erial ele ance on an included si tseein tour with a Local Specialist. See t e arliament Buildin wit its marble statues, t e 3th century ofbur alace, State era ouse and St. Ste en s Cat edral. S end t e rest of t e day discoverin t e city at your own ace. Consider oinin an tional Experience to a famous local hostelry for traditional Austrian cuisine and a musical performance. (B)

enture to ra ue Travel nort to t e C ec e ublic and visit T bor, once a ussite stron old. T is afternoon, arrive in t e remarkable city of ra ue. (B, D) Hotel: NH City

he ld o n and ore in ra ue Join a Local Specialist t is mornin and visit St. itus Cat edral, cross t e ltava to t e ld Town Square and view t e 14th-century Astronomical Clock. Spend the rest of the day at leisure. (B)

ourney to rankfurt We journey west across the German border today before arrivin in rankfurt. S end t e last evenin wit your travel com anions and Travel Director at a Farewell Dinner. (B, FD) otel heraton en ach

are ell rankfurt We say farewell to our newfound friends. ind out more about your free air ort transfer at trafal ar.com/freetransfers. (B)

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Highlights of Eastern Europe 17 Days

8 Countries

24 Meals

From A$5295

Shine a spotlight on Prague's colourful medieval streets and good times with a local Hungarian family at their winery. On this exciting eastern Europe trip you'll get to know all the highlights and hidden gems of eight spellbinding countries and stay overnight on Lake Bled.

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• Visit ake Bled in Slovenia, is erman s Bastion in Budapest, Wawel Royal Castle in rakow, t e concentration cam at Ausc wit , Jasna G ra onastery, Berlin T Tower, St. itus Cat edral and t e ld Town Square of ra ue and T bor

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Lake Bled, Slovenia

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Welcome to Vienna Admire ienna s ofbur alace, Imperial Boulevards and the beloved St. Stephen's Cathedral in the company of a Local Specialist. We'll transfer to your Stays With Stories accommodation, t e ilton anube Waterfront, a renovated rain silo built in . T is evenin , we oin our Travel irector and fellow travellers for a Welcome Reception. (WR, ) Hotel: Hilton Danube Waterfront Journey to Lake Bled Journey t rou t e oibl ass to Slovenia, arrivin later at ake Bled. T is evenin , we dine at our hotel. (B, D) Hotel: Park

Lake Bled Your Way Spend the day on your own or consider oinin an tional erience to t e e tensive ma e of under round caves at osto na. (B)

ontinue to u l ana and a re We arrive in the Slovenian ca ital, ubl ana, w ere we will oin a Local Specialist for a si tseein tour to see its era ouse, Cat edral, National useum, T ree Brid es Square and Castle. We cross into Croatia and travel to its ca ital, a reb. (B, D) Hotel: Hilton Garden Inn/ Canopy by Hilton

iscover istoric a re lore a tale of two illto settlements and a reb s allurin streets, to t is day lit by as lam s in t e er Town. Join a Local Specialist who will share the landmarks of the city s ower and er Town, includin t e Got ic Cat edral, t e Arc bis o s alace, t e era ouse and St. Mark's Church. (B)

Onwards to Lake Balaton and Budapest Crossin t e border into un ary, we en oy a oto sto on the shores of Lake Balaton. We continue to Budapest our ome for t e ne t two ni ts. (B) Hotel: Ensana her al ar its i et

Explore Architectural Budapest Today, we oin a Local Specialist for a walkin tour of t e Castle district to admire views of the Danube and Fisherman's Bastion. See t e arliament and t e Great Syna o ue. ater, we meet t e Sc ies l family and Connect With Locals over dinner at our Be My Guest e erience. (B, BMG, )

to lovakia and on to rak Journey t rou Slovakia to oland and t e enc antin city of rak w. (B) Hotel: Qubus Connect With Locals WR Welcome Reception B Breakfast

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n to usch it stocho a and Warsa ur ourney t is mornin takes us to t e concentration cam at Ausc wit , a oi nant reminder of t e orrors er etrated durin t e olocaust. Travellin to Jasna G ra onastery, we Dive Into Culture and rub shoulders wit Cat olic il rims, w o ave ourneyed to t e famous shrine for centuries to see the iconic Black adonna of C stoc owa. T is evenin , we arrive in t e ele ant olis ca ital of Warsaw, w ere we will dine toni t at our otel, t e eonardo oyal. T is Stays With Stories accommodation is situated ust 500 metres from t e Warsaw risin useum and near t e remains of t e etto walls if you d like to dive dee er into t e area s tra ic istory. (B, D, , ) Hotel: Leonardo Royal

ee the i hts of Warsa T is mornin , we oin a Local Specialist visitin t e ld Town and t e site of t e Warsaw G etto. S end t e rest of t e day seein t e si ts. (B)

ourney to ustlin erlin Journey across oland s atc work countryside alon t e Autostrada Wolno ci (Motorway of Freedom). Cross the German border and arrive in Berlin, a ca ital city wit an enviable yout ful verve and c arisma. ere you ll en oy an evenin at leisure to e lore t e city your way. (B) Hotel: AC Humboldthain Park

ncover erlin s ecrets Ascend an icon of reunification t is mornin as you indul e in s ectacular panoramic views of the city from the Berlin TV Tower. Join a Local Specialist for a si tseein tour t rou t e city s reat landmarks, includin t e Brandenbur Gate, nter den inden Boulevard and t e eic sta Buildin . (B)

n ards to resden and ra ue Travel t rou t e Spreewald Forest to Dresden where your orientation tour will reveal insi ts into t e city s restoration. Amble t rou its streets to see t e Sem er era, win er alace and fully reconstructed rauenkirc e. We arrive later in lorious ra ue. S end your evenin savourin earty C ec avours durin a e ional Dinner at a local restaurant. (B, RD) Hotel: Vienna House Diplomat

iscover olourful ra ue Stroll t rou t e ancient streets of ra ue wit your Local Specialist who will s are insi ts into t e city s centuries old istory. arvel at ra ue Castle, t e th century C arles Brid e and ld Town Square. isit t e Cat edral of St. itus, t en en oy t e rest of t e day free to e lore or rela . (B)

hrou h outhern ohe ia to ienna Journey t rou t e lus reen and olden landsca es of sout ern Bo emia, sto in in T bor, once a ussite stron old. ater, we travel to t e im erial city of ienna, w ere we ll en oy a final arewell inner to et er. (B, FD) Hotel: Hilton Danube Waterfront

Farewell Vienna Say a fond farewell to your newfound friends and an e ic adventure to et er t rou eastern uro e. ind out more about your free air ort transfer at trafal ar.com/freetransfers. (B)

Explore the cultural heart of Croatia. Get a local perspective of this vibrant uro ean ca ital as you stroll alon caf lined streets to a reb s iconic St. ark s C urc , featurin t e coat of arms on its colourful roof. earn more at trafal ar.com.

d ire rak s har s We amble t rou t e beautiful streets of rak w t is mornin wit our Local Specialist, admirin views of t e oyal Castle and Cat edral on Wawel ill. ur walkin tour t rou t e ld Town includes a visit of t e St. Mary's Church and view of the Cloth Hall. Spend t e afternoon e lorin t e city or er a s oin an tional erience to t e Wielic ka Salt ine. T is evenin , we dine at our otel. (B, D)

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Best of Croatia and Slovenia 11 Days

2 Countries

14 Meals

From A$3275

Don't miss a thing on this epic Croatia and Slovenia trip where the travel highlight is a heartwarming visit with Monika and Gregor on their ecological farm near Lake Bled. Along with all the main sights, you'll soak up the sun-kissed village atmosphere on the sparkling Adriatic.

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• Explore a reb, ula, ovin , Tro ir, S lit and ubrovnik wit a ocal S ecialist

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DUBROVNIK

• See a reb s Ban Jela i Square, t e Tri le Brid e and Castle of ubl ana and t e ld City of ubrovnik • Scenic Cruise to Bled sland

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Welco e to a re mbark on an o t e beaten track discovery of Croatia. T e ca ital city of a reb is your s rin board to an enc antin ourney t rou w at was once a troubled re ion and is today a land of diverse cultures and traditions. Meet your Travel irector and fellow travellers t is evenin for a Welcome Reception and orientation drive. (WR) Hotel: Hilton Garden Inn Journey to Lakeside Bled S end t e mornin e lorin a reb wit a Local Specialist before travellin t rou romantic landsca es to t e lakeside resort town of Bled, where we'll stay the next two ni ts. (B) Hotel: Park iscover nchantin led S end today e lorin t is ma nificent settin on your terms, or consider oinin an tional erience to discover more of Slovenia s ma estic scenery. T is evenin , at our Be My Guest e erience, savour local Slovenian avours as you Connect With Locals at a traditional dinner with a local family. (B, BMG, )

n ards to u l ana and pati a We leave the beauty of Bled behind for one of Europe's smallest ca itals. mbark on an orientation tour of ubl ana t is mornin , admirin its ld Town, brid es and castle. We continue to t e seaside resort of ati a. (B) Hotel: Paris 10

Enjoy a Day in Pula and Rovinj Seaside splendour is on t e a enda today and you ll start your day in the coastal city of Pula on Croatia's Istrian Peninsula. A visit to the 1st century arena with a Local Specialist will unravel t e city s istorical role as a strate ic location for t e omans, stro ot s, enetians and Allied Forces in World War II. Later, we head to the fis in ort of ovin , w ere we wander t rou t e ld Town and witness it s editerranean in uences. eturn to ati a for some free time. See t e statuesque nymph, her hand outstretched to cradle a sea ull as a symbol of t is re ion, and admire t e belle oque arc itecture. (B) to tunnin litvice The extraordinary natural beauty of litvice takes centre sta e today as we embark on a uided walkin tour. Admire t e cascade of s ectacular waterfalls and crystal clear waters re ectin reen, rey and blue a ainst t e lus landsca es. n oy dinner at your hotel. (B, D) Hotel: Jezero

d ire istoric ro ir and on to plit Today, we visit t e walled island of Tro ir wit a Local Specialist. The stone town is connected to the mainland and t e island of iovo by brid es and will deli t lovers of art, and Renaissance, Baroque and Romanesque arc itecture. We continue our ourney to S lit, w ere we ll oin a Local Specialist for a si tseein tour, which includes entry into Diocletian's Palace, built for t e em eror s retirement. S end t e evenin on your own, or oin an tional erience to en oy traditional almatian avours. (B) Hotel: Atrium Split Your Way elve into centuries of erita e on t is free day in S lit. Consider a full day tional Experience to one of the Dalmatian islands. Ascend t e bell tower for ma nificent views of t e s rawlin terracotta roofs and w ite marble fa ades t at ed e on to t e Adriatic. r savour t e city s delicious astronomy at caf s tucked away in idden lanes. (B) ontinue to u rovnik The impressive walls of Dubrovnik beckon, but not before we stop to admire the extraordinary walled city of Ston, with its dramatic views and laid back fis in villa e atmos ere. Dive Into Culture and visit Europe's oldest salt pans where you'll hear how salt has been harvested here since ancient times. We continue to ubrovnik t is evenin . (B, ) Hotel: Lero plore conic u rovnik Tread in the footsteps of ord Byron and Geor e Bernard S aw, w o were intoxicated by the allure of Dubrovnik. With your Local Specialist, you'll embark on a Small Group Si tseein tour ast t e ector s alace, nofrio s Fountain and the Franciscan and Dominican monasteries, before s endin time on your own. As our ourney comes to an end, oin your travel companions for a Farewell Dinner. (B, FD) are ell u rovnik ur time to et er comes to an end t is mornin after breakfast. ind out more about your free air ort transfer at trafal ar.com/freetransfers. (B)

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plore soul stirrin nature in litvice. Admire all t e s ades of blue on t is stunnin encounter wit t e cascadin waterfalls and lakes of Croatia's Plitvice National Park. ead more at trafal ar.com.

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Extend your trip through Croatia and Slovenia wit a nig t earls of t e Adriatic Croatian small grou cruise from ubrovnik to ati a. See ages 0 for tri details or visit trafalgar.com and view the full itinerary for the 'Best of Croatia, Slovenia and Pearls of the Adriatic'.

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Pearls of the Adriatic Croatian Cruising 9 Days

1 Country

From A$3120

17 Meals

There's nothing better than lazy days on the Adriatic which you'll get to experience on this Croatia cruise from Dubrovnik to Opatija. Discover why Rab is the 'island of love', explore the u ing historic centre of plit and fill up on sun kissed days along the al atian coast.

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Welcome to Dubrovnik m osin stone walls encircle t e ld Town of Croatia s most reco nisable city. n arrival in ubrovnik, you ll be met at t e air ort and transferred to your otel. T e rest of t e day is free to explore 'paradise on earth' in the words of Geor e Bernard S aw. our local ost will meet you and rovide su estions on ow to e lore t e city s limestone streets and ele ant courtyards lined wit remnants of ubrovnik s Golden A e. Hotel: More ark and ruise to or ula A leisurely start to your day could see you et your final fi of ubrovnik. T en, transfer to t e Aquamarin w ere you ll meet your onboard team. Set sail for or ula, most famously t e birt lace of arco olo and reminiscent of ubrovnik wit its medieval squares, c urc es and alaces. ou ll discover w y t e locals call it T e Black sland and see ow its towerin walls have shielded its capital for centuries as it came under t e rule of t e Greeks, t e omans, t e enetians and even t e Britis . After a tour t rou t e ld Town s narrow streets, you ll ave time to soak up the local atmosphere in one of the many konobas, restaurants or cocktail bars. (B, L) n ards to ictures ue etkovi Follow in the footste s of ancient llyrian, Greek and oman sailors as you cruise to etkovi . t s ere, on t e banks of t e Neretva, t at you ll find one of t e last remainin wetland deltas in uro e. A bar e ride into t e roves rovides t e erfect o ortunity to view t e local ora, fauna and birdlife. Ne t, visit t e Narona Arc aeolo ical useum, w ere you ll see t e remains of t e Au usteum oman tem le, at t e eart of w at was once a ma or oman stron old. Toni t, you ll be osted by t e Ca tain for dinner. (B, L, D) Continue to Historic Split our cruise continues towards the capital of Dalmatia and the home to the N SC listed iocletian s alace. lore S lit s bu in istorical town centre on foot wit your Local Specialist who will share all the iconic and unexpected i li ts wit you as you wind your way towards S lit arket at t e eart of Croatia s second lar est city. Watc t e animated vendors ly t eir fruits, fis and ve etables to locals visitin t e market for t eir daily rocery run. ou ll be tem ted to stay in S lit forever, but t e comfort of your s i beckons and you ll return to it later t is afternoon. (B, L) Admire the Krka Waterfalls and on to Šibenik Arrive in Skradin and travel to Bibic winery w ere you ll et to sam le some of t e indi enous varietals roduced by t is boutique family owned winery. Ne t u is a visit to rka Waterfalls National ark, w ere you ll visit Skradinski Buk, a s ectacular vanta e oint from w ic to view se arate falls cascadin 5 metres to t e ools below. ou ll ave t e afternoon to e lore the cultural monuments and waterfront attractions of ibenik, a istoric city alon t e almatian coast and the oldest native Croatian town on the shores of the Adriatic. (B, D)

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Visit Krka Waterfalls National Park. or t e best views, you ll ead to Skradinski Buk to capture the park's spectacular waterfalls on camera. iscover more at trafal ar.com.

to tunnin adar Cruise to adar, Croatia s oldest university town. rom t e st-century Roman forum to the 9th century St. onat C urc , t ere s istory around every turn. After e lorin t e wealt of museums, c urc es and alaces, you ll make your way to Zadar's Riva to see (and ear) t e mesmerisin Sea r an, com risin several stairs t at descend into t e sea. (B, L) ay plorin a sland Today you'll explore t e island of love . A uided tour of ab will reveal its i li ts, includin its ancient walls, c urc bell towers and t e monastery at t e th-century C urc of St. Justine. Sam le ab cake and en oy a resentation of ow t is local deli t is made. ub shoulders with local artists who add a splash of colour to t e streets of t e town before returnin to your cruise s i . (B, L)

Cruise to Opatija ati a was a favourite etaway of t e absbur s and it will be for you too. ften com ared to t e renc iviera, t e area as a colourful istory w ic is brou t to life by your Local Specialist. Savour t e town s caf culture and stroll down ran Jose romenade to t e fis in villa e of olosko. Toni t your arewell inner on board is aired wit live entertainment. (B, L, FD)

Disembark and Journey Home Say a fond farewell to your newfound friends at t e end of an unfor ettable ourney. ind out more about your free air ort transfer at trafal ar.com/freetransfers. (B)

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Reverse itinerary: T ese de artures sail sout bound from ati a to ubrovnik. ne fewer dinner is included. See trafalgar.com for full details. Tri code C CS

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lore t e beauty of t e Adriatic in comfort, boarding t e delu e Aquamarin or anta i a to navigate the picture-perfect Croatian coastline and secluded arbours. n oy an intimate encounter wit sun kissed resort towns and fis ing villages, made ossible wit small s i cruising. t s t e easiest way to e erience t e true Croatia.

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Balkan Delight 12 Days

3 Countries

17 Meals

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The secrets of Balkan travel are revealed on this jam-packed eastern Europe trip. Go underground and learn how Sarajevo once relied on its Bosnian War Tunnel, see the bridge of peace rebuilt with salvaged stone and explore Adriatic beauty, from Dubrovnik to Kotor.

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Your Must-See Highlights • Explore a reb, Sara evo, ostar, ubrovnik, otor, S lit, Tro ir, and litvice National ark wit a ocal S ecialist • Visit t e War Tunnel in Sara evo, otor in ontene ro and iocletian s alace in S lit • View t e Cat edral in a reb, t e ector s alace and city walls in ubrovnik and t e lakes and waterfalls of litvice National ark

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Day Welco e to a re Embark on an epic discovery of t e Balkans, a once troubled re ion and today a land of diverse cultures and traditions. Meet your Travel irector and fellow travellers t is evenin for a Welcome ece tion and evenin orientation drive. (WR) Hotel: Hilton Garden Inn

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plore istoric a re The paved squares and steep alleyways of a reb are ours to e lore t is mornin as we join a Local Specialist to delve into the city's ric medieval and reli ious istory. See t e ma estic cathedral on Kaptol and St. Mark's Church, with its vividly coloured tiled roof. Admire the Opera House, then take a stroll around the 17th century Ban Jela i Square. S end t e rest of t e afternoon on your own en oy anoramic city views from Strossmatre, ay tribute to a reb s atron saint at t e Stone Gate or wander t rou t e ld Town, twirlin your Šestine umbrella as you ramble t rou its labyrint ine lanes. er a s oin an tional erience to umrovec, birt lace of t e iconic leader Tito and en oy a delicious meal of re ional s ecialities wit ma nificent views of t e Croatian countryside. (B) Journey to Sarajevo We journey to Sarajevo, whose ric reli ious and multicultural erita e as earned it the nickname, the 'Jerusalem of Europe'. Its centuriesold reli ious istory is re ected in its beautiful syna o ues, mosques, and rt odo and Cat olic c urc es. elvin into t e de t s below Sara evo, we join a Local Specialist for an insider tour of the Bosnian war tunnel which allowed food, war supplies and humanitarian aid to come into the city, and eo le to et out. ear war time tales of bravery and tra edy. T is evenin , oin your travel com anions for dinner at your hotel. (B, D) Hotel: Novotel Bristol Uncover Sarajevo’s Secrets Join a Local Specialist for a uided walkin tour of t e city s ld Town, ast t e lar est mosque in t e Balkans, t e ternal Flame and the Sarajevo Roses that are dotted across the city as a stark reminder of the turmoil Sarajevo endured decades a o. urin your free time t is afternoon er a s ramble alon Co er Street seekin treasures, or drink from t e fountain of Sebil to secure your return to Sarajevo. (B) lon the al atian oast to u rovnik We ourney to t e secluded coves and dramatic cli s of t e Dalmatian coast that for centuries have attracted famous artists, actors and aristocrats. En route to Dubrovnik, t e earl of t e Adriatic, we sto at t e ma nificent ostar Brid e. A Local Specialist will provide tales of this im ressive brid e over t e Neretva iver and t e brid e kee ers w o watc ed over it in medieval times ivin Mostar its name. The 16th century brid e was destroyed durin t e war and as been rebuilt usin a e old traditions. n oy some free time to e lore t e town, before continuin to t e ancient city of ubrovnik. T is evenin , consider oinin a rivate sunset cruise wit dinner, en oyin t e best views of t is enc antin city from the water. (B) Hotel: Ariston iscover ictures ue u rovnik Stroll t rou t e limestone streets of t is stunnin medieval city, oinin a Small Grou Si tseein walkin tour of t e main si ts of ubrovnik wit a Local Specialist. Admire the ector s alace, nofrio s ountain and t e ranciscan and ominican monasteries. Consider takin a walk alon t e to of t e city walls. T is evenin , we travel to Osojnik for a Be My Guest e erience and Connect With Locals, oinin t e u oberac family for a traditional dinner in t e villa e t eir ancestors ave lived in for over 500 years. (B, BMG, ) Connect With Locals WR Welcome Reception B Breakfast

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ay in ontene ro a lin natural surrounds are ours to enjoy today as we travel to the Republic of ontene ro, w ere we will meet a Local Specialist and head towards the mouth of the Bay of Kotor. Celebrate centuries of history in Kotor, with its Venetian palaces and medieval churches. We return to ubrovnik t is evenin and dine at our otel. (B, D) Onwards to Split We ass old fis in villa es and modern resorts, arrivin in t e vibrant city of S lit. n oy a si tseein tour wit a Local Specialist featurin t e istoric inner city. Dive Into Culture and admire t e fa ades of iocletian s alace, w ic today forms half of the Old Town of Split. See the city's Renaissance and Gothic structures, Jupiter's Temple, t e eristyle and t e Cat edral. S end t e evenin on your own, or oin an tional erience to savour traditional almatian avours. (B, ) Hotel: Corner

Split Your Way ndul e in a full free day to discover Split on your terms. Ascend the bell tower for ma nificent views of t e s rawlin terracotta roofs t at ed e onto t e Adriatic or consider a full day tional erience to one of t e almatian islands. (B)

d ire ro ir s rchitecture and on to litvice This mornin , we visit t e walled island of Tro ir wit a Local Specialist. The stone town is a boon for lovers of art and Renaissance, Baroque and Romanesque architecture. We leave the coast and journey to the forested National ark of litvice, w ere we will dine toni t at our otel. (B, D) Hotel: Jezero

eturn to a re The tranquil turquoise, emerald and rey waters of litvice s multitude of lakes and waterfalls are e lored today on a walkin tour wit a Local Specialist. Amble past the scenic natural landscapes, admirin t e lus reen ve etation in t is N SC World erita e site. We return to a reb for a final arewell inner to et er, reminiscin over an enc antin Balkan e loration. (B, FD) otel he Westin

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Balkan Adventure 14 Days

7 Countries

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isit several countries on this adventure filled alkan trip here you ll venture deep into the arpathian ountains alk in the ythical footsteps of ount racula at ran astle in ransylvania and revel in the eauty history and traditions of the alkan nations.

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• Explore Buc arest, Bra ov, eliko T rnovo, Sofia, Sko e, Tirana, ostar, Sara evo and Bel rade wit a ocal S ecialist

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Welcome to Bucharest ou d be for iven for t inkin you were in Paris when you explore the Belle-Époque atmosphere of Romania's capital, Bucharest. Your first day will be free to e lore t e city your way. ater, join your Travel Director and fellow travellers for a Welcome Reception. (WR) Hotel: Intercontinental ourney to ransylvania and ra ov A full day of si tseein stretc es a ead, be innin in Buc arest where you'll join a Local Specialist to delve into the city's tumultuous history. See the immense Palace of t e arliament, one of t e lastin le acies left be ind by dictator Nicolae Ceau escu. enture to Sinaia and view ele Castle, t e summer retreat of omania s first kin . T en, continue to Bra ov and c eck in to your otel in oiana Bra ov ski resort. (B, D) Hotel: Ana Sport

ourney to ontene ro s otor and udva Soak up ontene ro s natural beauty as you drive towards Kotor. You'll have some time for lunch on your own and an orientation tour of t is fortified town. Travel to Budva next where your Travel Director will provide an orientation tour before you have the rest of the day to e lore ontene ro s iami on your own. (B) Hotel: Falkensteiner Venture to Mostar and Sarajevo In Mostar, a Local Specialist will lead you t rou its colourful cobbled streets and you ll view t e Stari ost ttoman style brid e reconstructed entirely usin traditional methods. Head to Sarajevo next where you'll delve into t e ric reli ious and multicultural erita e t at as earned it t e nickname, t e Jerusalem of uro e . Toni t you ll en oy dinner at your otel. (B, D) Hotel: Novotel Bristol

racula s astle and ore in ra ov T e i li t of t e day is t is mornin s visit to Bran Castle, t e le endary ome of racula. Dive Into Culture with a Local Specialist and learn about its history, then ourney to t e medieval streets of Bra ov, w ere you'll take a step back in time with a Local Specialist. our evenin is free to indul e in some of t e local Transylvanian favourites, or consider oinin your travel companions for an optional dinner. (B, )

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Continue to Medieval Veliko Târnovo Head south, t rou ancient villa es and tranquil landsca es across t e anube iver into Bul aria. our ourney ends in eliko T rnovo, t e City of t e Tsars and former ca ital of t e Bul arian m ire. ela after your scenic drive and join your travel companions for dinner at your hotel. (B, D) Hotel: Yantra Grand n ards to istoric ofia The fairy-tale façades of eliko T rnovo e ude medieval istory around every turn and your Local Specialist will reveal a rich history and culture befittin a former im erial ca ital. our ne t sto is t e N SC listed town of Arbanasi. isit t e C urc of t e Nativity before we continue to Sofia, where you'll join a Local Specialist for an in-depth si tseein tour of Bul aria s modern day ca ital includin views of t e olden domed St. Ale ander Nevsky Cat edral and St. Sofia C urc . ater, c eck in to your unique Stays With Stories accommodation, t e arinela otel desi ned by renowned Ja anese architect Kisho Kurokawa. (B, ) Hotel: Marinela

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Discover Sarajevo Join a Local Specialist for a uided walkin tour of Sara evo. isit t e War Tunnel, an under round tunnel of o e t at was built in 3 durin t e Sie e of Sara evo, allowin war su lies and umanitarian aid to reac t e city at t e ei t of t e Bosnian War. T en, en oy a free afternoon to explore on your own. (B)

ofia our Way You'll have a full day to explore this modern city built on Roman ruins. You could choose instead to oin an tional erience to t e N SC listed Rila Monastery, founded by the hermit St. Ivan of Rila in the 10th century. (B)

n the oad to el rade Travel t rou lus forests, pastures and the Bosnian Mountains into Serbia – a scenic day of drivin t at will end in Bel rade. T e W ite City as a lon istory w ic you ll ave an o ortunity to explore tomorrow. (B) Hotel: Mercure Excelsior

Cross to Macedonian Skopje Cross the Macedonian border today, bound for Sko e. See t e le acy of t e ttomans in t e mosques and ba aars as you oin a Local Specialist for a si tseein tour t is afternoon. ocal avours and stories are on t e menu toni t as you Connect With Locals at an exclusive Be My Guest experience. (B, BMG, ) Hotel: Holiday Inn

plore iverside el rade Your Local Specialist will s are t e si ts and sounds of Bel rade from an insider s ers ective t is mornin . isit aleme dan ortress and discover ow t e omans, ttomans and Austro un arians ave eac ad a and in rebuildin t e fortress. T is evenin , we reunite one final time for a rousin arewell inner to reminisce over our shared travel experience. (B, FD)

to l ania and irana eavin acedonia be ind, head to the Albanian capital of Tirana where you'll join a Local Specialist on arrival for a si tseein tour. ou ll view suc i li ts as t e alace of Culture, t e National ibrary and t e Clock Tower before en oyin dinner at your hotel. (B, D) Hotel: Hilton Garden Inn

are ell el rade All t at s left is to say a fond d i a as you bid your new friends farewell. Find out more about your free airport transfer at trafal ar.com/freetransfers. (B)

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vi rant ustria lovenia roatia trip filled ith travel adventures in entral urope. Walt your ay through ienna take a ro oat across lovenia s fairy tale ake led and e plore the agical alk ays aterfalls and lakes of litvice ational ark in roatia.

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• View t e Cat edral of var sland • See t e ofbur alace and m erial Boulevards of ienna, t e Clock Tower of Gra , t e Castle of ubl ana, t e ld City of ubrovnik and t e Cat edral of a reb

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Welcome to Vienna On arrival in Vienna, transfer to your Stays With Stories accommodation, the Hilton anube Waterfront, a renovated rain silo built in 1916. Meet your Travel Director and fellow travellers for a Welcome ece tion and evenin orientation drive ast some of t e city s da lin si ts. (WR, ) Hotel: Hilton Danube Waterfront Discover Imperial Vienna Immerse yourself in the ele ance and style of t is im erial ca ital. our Local Specialist will s are suc iconic si ts as t e era House, Parliament, St. Stephen's Cathedral and the 13th century ofbur alace. (B) ourney to tunnin ake led We journey south via t e breat takin oibl ass to Slovenia and t e rustic natural retreat of ake Bled, set a ainst t e backdro of forests and mountains. (B) Hotel: Kompas ake led our Way Spend the day at leisure, admirin ake Bled s crystal clear waters or consider oinin an tional erience to visit t e mystical Bled Island. (B, D) n ards to u l ana and litvice akes A short ourney brin s us to ubl ana, w ere a Local Specialist will share some of the Slovenian capital's most iconic si ts. Travel across t e Croatian border to litvice, where you will join a Local Specialist and admire the crystal clear waters re ectin reen, rey and blue a ainst t e lus landsca es. (B, D) Hotel: Jezero to plit and var sland Today, we travel to Croatia's sun-kissed Dalmatian coast to the city of Split where we will meet our Local Specialist and Dive Into Culture on a tour of t e N SC listed iocletian s Palace. View the Cathedral and Baptistery of Split, once t e Tem le of Ju iter, before travellin to var for a rela in t ree ni t stay. (B, D, ) Hotel: Amfora

var sland our Way estore your s irit, rela in in beautiful surrounds on this full free day to do as you wis . lore t e or eous rocky coastline on foot or oin an tional erience takin in t e island s si ts and tastes, wit a sto at one of uro e s oldest settlements, Stari Grad. (B) ross the Water to u rovnik Journey sout alon the picture-perfect Dalmatian coast, past seaside villa es to t e medieval city of ubrovnik its terracotta roofto s a ear to tumble into t e waters of the Adriatic. (B) Hotel: Ariston Uncover the Picturesque City Wander within the solid city walls on a Small Grou Si tseein tour. our Local Specialist unveils the labyrinth of lanes and main si ts of t is medieval city. Admire t e ector s Palace, Onofrio's Fountain and the Franciscan and ominican monasteries, before s endin time on your own. T is evenin we en oy a e ional inner at a local restaurant. (B, RD) u rovnik our Way Tread in the footsteps of ord Byron and Geor e Bernard S aw, w o were into icated by t e allure of ubrovnik. Climb t e medieval ram arts, ima inin a time w en ubrovnik fou t for its freedom a ainst ttoman attacks, or consider oinin an tional erience to ontene ro to see t e incredible Bay of otor. (B)

n to olourful a re We leave the splendour of Dubrovnik behind as we head north to the Croatian ca ital of a reb, our ome for t e ne t two ni ts. T is evenin we dine at our otel. (B, D) Hotel: The Westin

ncover a re s reasures Join a Local Specialist t is mornin for an e loration of t e er and ower Towns of t is traditional medieval city. ou ll see the majestic Cathedral, the Opera House and St. Mark's Church, with its colourfully tiled roof. The afternoon is yours to stroll t rou t e ld Town, twirlin your estine umbrella as you ramble alon its idden lanes, or consider an tional erience to umrovec in t e countryside. T is evenin , we en oy a Farewell Dinner celebration with our newfound friends and Travel Director. (B, FD)

Journey Home Bid your travel companions a fond farewell at the end of a memorable At Leisure holiday to et er. ind out more about your free air ort transfer at trafal ar.com/freetransfers. (B)

Explore Beautiful Hvar Island Set your watch to island time and en oy a leisurely uided walkin tour with a Local Specialist to var s ld Town. lore t e eace of a villa e w ere time as stood still and Connect With Locals over lunch cooked in a traditional style under an iron bell at our e clusive Be My Guest e erience. (B, BMG, )

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Wonders of St. Petersburg and Moscow 7 Days

1 Country

8 Meals

From A$2995

Explore the wonders of Russia on this bucket-list Moscow and St. Petersburg trip, taking in the Tsar's Winter Palace and the iconic domes of St. Basil's Cathedral. You'll pinch yourself as you explore the epic stage of St. Petersburg's Theatre and the heart of Red Square.

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Your Must-See Highlights • Explore t e ermita e useum in St. etersbur and oscow wit a ocal S ecialist

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Welco e to t. eters ur Tread in the footsteps of tsars and tsarinas, of artists, poets and musicians, w ose reat ifts to t e romantic city of St. etersbur you will have an opportunity to see over the next few days. T is evenin , meet your Travel irector and fellow travellers for a Welcome ece tion and li t dinner. (WR) Hotel: Park Inn by Radisson Nevsky he er ita e and ore in t. eters ur Explore t e mi t of im erial ussia on a si tseein tour wit a Local Specialist. iew t e ma nificent Tsar s Winter alace, Nevsky ros ekt, St. saac s Cat edral and t e statue of eter t e Great. isit t e eter and aul ortress on an included visit before we Connect With Locals, meetin some of t e students of St. etersbur s T eatre for cana s and a sta e erformance. earn how your visit will Make Travel Matter by su ortin t e t eatrical education of St. etersbur s yout . ater, oin a Small Grou Si tseein visit wit a Local Specialist to t e ermita e useum. Consider a t eatre visit to en oy a fascinatin ussian olklore erformance. (B, , , )

a workin monastery w ic still o erated durin t e at eist years of Communist rule. T en, return to oscow for a uided si tseein tour wit your Local Specialist w ic features t e im osin walls of t e remlin. (B) 6

osco our Way A leisurely start to your day could see you en oyin t e kofe culture of Moscow with the locals. ou could c oose instead to oin an tional erience inside t e remlin and e lore t e olden domed Cat edral of C rist t e Saviour before takin a stroll alon Arbat street, oscow s ontmartre. T is evenin , toast to t e ma ic and ma nificence of ot er ussia, oinin your fellow travellers for a arewell inner. (B, FD) are ell ussia We close t e door on our e ic At Leisure holiday in two iconic Russian cities and say farewell to newfound friends. ind out more about your free air ort transfer at trafal ar.com/freetransfers. (B)

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t. eters ur our Way The narrow lanes and rand boulevards of St. etersbur are ours to e lore today. Admire t e ornate domes and colourful mosaics of the Church of the Saviour on Spilled Blood and t e old lated dome of St. saac s Cat edral. (B)

ourney y i h peed rain to osco After a earty breakfast, en oy some time at leisure before boardin a train to t e ussian ca ital. n route, contem late t e tumultuous and ca tivatin istory of an ancient city t at oo es randeur, and t e indomitable s irit of t e ussian nation w ic saw it send t e first man to outer s ace. Straddlin t e oskva iver, t is city is t e country s olitical, economic, reli ious and financial ub and your ome for t e ne t t ree ni ts. (B) Hotel: Hilton enin radskaya

plore a nificent osco Enjoy a leisurely mornin e lorin oscow your way or ead to the ancient 14th century town of Ser iev osad on ussia s Golden in route on an tional erience. ome to t e beautiful blue and old onion domes of t e Trinity avra of St. Ser ius, t e town is t e centre of rt odo fait and ussia s most im ortant il rima e site. isit t e Troitse Ser iieyeva avra,

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Wander far o the eaten track on this eorgia and r enia trip fro ine tasting to the holy spring and spiritual songs of eghard onastery. et to grips ith local life in the foothills of the aucasus ountains and learn ho to ake lavash ith a fa ily in arni.

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• View etek i C urc , Narikala ortress, four N SC World erita e sites includin t e Jvari onastery, t e Svetitsk oveli Cathedral and the monastic complex of a at, ake Sevan, t e cross stones in Noratus, t e Win s of Tatev cableway, or ira onastery, ount Ararat, t e Cascade Com le in erevan and t e N SC listed Ge ard onastery

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Welcome to Tbilisi A smor asbord of arc itectural marvels overlook t e cobbled streets of Geor ia s ca ital. n arrival in Tbilisi, you ll be met at t e air ort and transferred to your otel w ere you ll meet your Travel irector and fellow travellers for a Welcome ece tion wit drinks and Geor ian style fare t is evenin . (WR) Hotel: Wyndham Grand Explore Colourful Tbilisi our si tseein tour be ins at t e 3th century etek i C urc , from t ere you ll wind your way alon narrow streets and stroll ast t e atterned balconies and colourful fa ades t at are so c aracteristic of t is city. Ascend to t e ancient Narikala ortress by cable car ne t, before delvin into t e le end of t e Golden leece at t e Geor ian National useum. (B) Onwards to Mtskheta and on to Akhaseni Leave Tbilisi be ind as you ead to t e ancient ca ital of tsk eta. nown as t e reli ious centre of Geor ia, you ll revel in t e twin N SC World erita e sites – the 6th century Jvari onastery and th century Svetitsk oveli Cat edral. elve into t e city s C ristian istory w ic saw it ranted t e status of a oly City , t en retire to your otel w ere you ll en oy dinner. (B, L, D) Hotel: Wine Resort

to i hna hi and return to ilisi Travel to the fortified town of Si na i in t e eart of Geor ia s wine re ion. isit Bodbe onastery, one of t e country s most rominent il rima e sites, t en ead to akabeti villa e in Sa ared o w ere you ll Connect With Locals and en oy lunc and a wine tastin . At t is e clusive Be My Guest e erience, your ost will treat you to some of t e local wines, followed by a master class in Geor ian bread bakin and churchkhela sweets. eturn to your otel later for an evenin at leisure. (B, BMG, ) Hotel: Wyndham Grand

A Day in Uplistsikhe and Gori Trace the ancient Silk oute and visit listsik e Cave Town w ere you ll find an ancient t eatre, c urc and dwellin s ewn directly out of t e rocky illside. Ne t, delve into t e life of t e former leader of t e Soviet nion at t e Jose Stalin useum in Gori, is birt lace. ater, Connect With Locals at a o s wine cellar w ere you ll sam le some of t e local wines roduced usin a traditional met od. a o and is wife arina re ale uests wit colourful stories of t eir life as wine roducers in t e area before you return to Tbilisi. (B, ) Connect With Locals WR Welcome Reception B Breakfast

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d ire tunnin ake evan and oris A day of tranquil beauty awaits at ake Sevan your reward for an early start to t e day. ou ll see first and w y it is deservin of its nickname T e Blue earl of Armenia before sto in in t e lakeside villa e of Noratus. ead to e e nad or, w ere you ll savour a omemade lunc of local s ecialties. T en, en oy a quick oto sto in ara un e, known as Armenia s Stone en e . Toni t you ll en oy dinner at your otel in Goris. (B, L, D) Hotel: Goris ourney to the atev o ple rarat alley and on to erevan A t rillin start to t e day sees us take a tri across t e Win s of Tatev cableway to t e monastery on t e ed e of not in . Watc t e e ic scenery unfold as t e world s lon est aerial tramway delivers you to t e th century A ostolic monastery. T en, continue to S inu ayr villa e w ere you ll a i r to the local community w ic makes a livin from craftin traditional wool car ets. n oy lunc in a local family s ome nearby before continuin to your final sto for t e day, or ira onastery. Admire t e views of ount Ararat, Armenia s national symbol, t en ead to erevan, t e country s ca ital. (B, L, ) Hotel: Ramada By Wyndham

iscover istoric erevan our si tseein tour will start in e ublic Square and continue to t e Cascade Com le , ome to t e Gafes ian Centre w ic ouses some of Armenia s most im ortant works of art. Take t e Great Cascade to ictory ark for incredible views of t e eart of t e city before visitin t e movin Armenian Genocide emorial, dedicated to t e memory of over a million Armenians w o eris ed in t e first enocide of t e 20th century. The rest of the day is free to e lore t e city your way. (B)

ay plorin e hard onastery Today s e cursion takes us to t e N SC listed Ge ard onastery. ewn artly from t e surroundin rock, Ge ard is most famous for its incredible acoustics and s ectacular natural beauty. ou ll Dive Into Culture durin a movin erformance of Armenian s iritual son s, or sharakans, erformed by a live quintet, before a scenic drive brin s you to Garni. ere you ll meet a local family w o will teac you ow to make Armenia s national atbread lavash aired wit c eese and reens. Connect With Locals as you sample the brduj snack you ve ust made yourself and take a walk around your ost s arden and orc ard. n your return to erevan, en oy delicious avours of t e le endary Armenian brandy durin a local distillery visit. Toni t, you ll end your e ic adventure t rou Geor ia and Armenia wit a arewell inner in a traditional Armenian tavern, aired wit folk son s and dance. (B, FD, , )

are ell erevan t s time to say a fond farewell to new friends and re are for your ourney ome. ind out more about your free air ort transfer at trafal ar.com/freetransfers. (B)

earn a out eor ian ine history. eet Beka at is traditional wine cellar and learn ow it s been made for centuries in fascinatin clay Kvevri ars t at are buried under round. ead more at trafal ar.com.

ontinue to onastic a hpat and ili an Bid farewell to Geor ia and cross t e border into Armenia. our first taste of t is ancient land is t e N SC listed monastic com le of a at featurin incredible works of medieval Armenian arc itecture. n oy lunc in ora et villa e, t en Dive Into Culture by tastin ussian ancakes and omemade tea wit a local in ioletovo villa e, before eadin to ili an for your overni t stay. (B, L, D, ) Hotel: Best Western Plus Paradise

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St. Petersburg's domes are the golden start to your sightseeing journey – an incredible eastern Europe trip including Moscow's Red Square, the Baltic capitals and Finland's cool capital. You'll also love meeting a Belarussian family for vodka tasting and accordion songs.

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Welcome to Helsinki Welcome to Helsinki, the cool ca ital of inland, before meetin your Travel irector and fellow travel companions for an orientation drive to see t e city s iconic si ts followed by a Welcome Reception. (WR) Hotel: Holiday Inn City Centre

enture to t. eters ur Follow the beautiful s oreline alon t e Gulf of inland, crossin t e border into ussia. We ourney t rou t e lus forests of arelia to t e im erial city of St. etersbur our ome for t e ne t t ree ni ts. ou will ave t e o tion of admirin t e enice of t e Nort , takin to its waters and navi atin t e city s canals by boat. T is evenin , we dine at our otel. (B, D) Hotel: Holiday Inn Moskovskie Vorota

he er ita e and ore in t. eters ur Join a Local Specialist t is mornin to e lore t e city s iconic si ts includin t e Tsar s Winter alace, Nevsky ros ekt, St. saac s Cat edral and t e Statue of eter t e Great. isit t e eter and aul ortress, t en oin a Small Grou Si tseein tour wit a Local Specialist to t e s ectacular ermita e useum, one of t e world s lar est and most valuable art collections. Admire t e e quisite works of da inci, embrandt and ermeer w ic an roudly on its ma nificent Baroque and ococo walls. (B, ) t. eters ur our Way S end t e day e lorin St. etersbur , admirin t e ornate olden domes and colourful mosaics of cathedrals and churches. Consider oinin an tional erience to a i ener y ussian folklore s ow. (B) ourney y i h peed rain to osco Leave St. etersbur be ind, boardin your i s eed train bound for ussia s im osin ca ital city. elve into t e tumultuous and ca tivatin istory of oscow, an ancient city t at oo es randeur. T is evenin , we dine at our hotel. (B, D) Hotel: Azimut Olympic

osco our Way Immerse yourself in the kofe culture of oscow, before takin to its streets to learn about the city's triumphs and defeats. Consider an tional erience to t e Tsar s Treasury C amber or St. Ser ius onastery and its andicraft market. (B) n ards to insk ass near t e bloody battlefields of Borodino and stop for lunch in the Smolensk re ion. We cross t e border and ourney to insk, w ere toni t we dine on traditional cuisine at our hotel. (B, L, D) otel ro ne la a Discover Slavic Minsk T is mornin , we oin our Local Specialist to see t e iconic si ts of insk, includin t e ero City emorial. T is evenin , Connect With Locals and join Anatolij and his family in their Belarus farmstead for a traditional dinner. n oy rousin accordion c oruses and, of course, a few shots at this exclusive Be My Guest experience. (B, BMG, ) Continue to Vilnius We ourney west to ilnius. Join a Local Specialist on a leisurely tour past the city s iconic si ts. lore t e Baroque C urc of St. Peter and St. Paul. Then, walk to the Gates of Dawn, the Carmelite Church of St. Theresa and former Jewis G etto, assin t e Cat edral on t e way. (B) Hotel: Courtyard by Marriott City Center to iauliai and i a n oy a leisurely mornin in ilnius, de artin t e city after lunc . ur first sto is the extraordinary Hill of Crosses at Šiauliai. We arrive in t e ancient city of i a later, w ere we will s end t e ne t two ni ts. T is evenin , after dinner, maybe take to the streets to explore the Latvian capital's ins irin Got ic s ires. (B, D) Hotel: AC by Marriott

ncover i a s ecrets Stroll t rou t e windin medieval streets of i a s N SC listed ld Town wit one of t e world s finest collections of Art Nouveau buildin s and a anseatic trade istory we will ave an o ortunity to e lore durin a si tseein and walkin tour wit a Local Specialist. S end t e rest of t e day e lorin t e si ts on your terms. (B)

Journey to Coastal Tallinn We follow t e Gulf of i a nort into stonia, and travel via arnu. lore t e beautifully preserved streets of Tallinn's old Hanseatic Quarter with a Local Specialist. See its 15th century u ike Jal Gate and visit t e Ale ander Nevsky Cat edral. T is evenin , you ll c eck into our Stays With Stories accommodation, t e Nordic orum otel, o erin marvellous views over Tallinn s N SC ld Town, and t e first otel to lead t e way in urban beekee in . (B, ) Hotel: Nordic Forum

i h speed train fro t. eters ur to osco . This is how the locals travel between these two main centres and you'll follow t eir lead aboard a i s eed Sa san ( ere rine alcon) bullet train. iscover more at trafal ar.com.

Return to Helsinki We board a ferry t is mornin , crossin t e Baltic Sea to elsinki w ere we ll meet a Local Specialist for a si tseein tour ast Finlandia Hall, the Senate and Market Squares, and t e caf lined s lanadi. T is evenin , we oin our fellow travellers for a special Farewell Dinner. (B, FD) Hotel: Holiday Inn City Centre

plore a nificent osco Join a Local Specialist for a si tseein tour of t e im osin ed Square. See t e domes of St. Basil s Cat edral, before venturin beyond within the red walls of the Kremlin for a memorable visit to the seat of Russian power. (B)

are ell elsinki We say a fond farewell to newfound friends at the end of a memorable trip. Find out more about your free airport transfer at trafal ar.com/freetransfers. (B)

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Live a little lagom and travel to northern Europe's historic, stylish and cosmopolitan cities on this fairy-tale Scandinavia tour. You'll learn about the area's Viking history, why Helsinki is the capital of cool and dine a idst the for er hunting and fishing grounds of edish kings.

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• Visit i eland Scul ture ark in slo and t e City all in Stock olm • View t e ittle ermaid in Co en a en and inlandia all in elsinki • See B rsen, C ristiansbor alace and Amalienbor alace in Co en a en, Akers us, t e oyal alace and t e era ouse in slo, Storkyrkan, iddar olmen C urc and t e oyal alace in Stock olm, t e Sibelius onument, t e lym ic Stadium and t e era ouse in elsinki • Scenic Cruise across t e Baltic Sea

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Welco e to openha en The Danish capital hasn't lost any of its fairy tale air over t e centuries, as you ll come to discover w en you s end your first day e lorin t is colourful city. n arrival, transfer to your Stays With Stories accommodation, t e istoric oeni otel in t e eart of Co en a en s most ele ant district. T en s end your free time soakin u t e suns ine wit t e fun lovin locals before oinin your Travel irector and fellow travellers for a Welcome ece tion. (WR, ) Hotel: Phoenix

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plore istoric openha en Connect with the heartfelt gg of your Danish hosts when you join a Local Specialist t is mornin for a si tseein tour t at will reveal all t e i li ts of Co en a en s ld Town. See t e distinctive dra on tail s ire of t e 17th-century Børsen (Stock c an e), C ristiansbor alace and t e ittle ermaid, demurely seated on a rock overlookin an elinie romenade. See t e ome of enmark s beloved royal family, Amalienbor alace, t en s end t e rest of t e day e lorin Co en a en your way. (B) Journey to Oslo Cross t e resund by ferry and wind your way nort , t rou t e Swedis countryside ast Got enbur to Norway. ou ll want to kee your camera at the ready to capture the scenic landscapes t at line your route to slo, Norway s down to eart ca ital. (B) Hotel: Scandic Solli ikin s and ore in slo Tread in the footsteps of t e ikin s t is mornin as you oin your Local Specialist for a si tseein tour t at will reveal slo s lon standin seafarin erita e. See t e medieval fortress of Akers us, t e ele ant oyal alace and slo era ouse. isit a wonderland of Norwe ian scul tures left be ind by Gustav i eland in is scul ture ark, t en en oy a free afternoon to e lore t e city on your terms. ou could c oose instead to embark on an tional erience to see t e t ree ori inal ikin lon s i s at t e ikin S i useum. (B) Onwards to Stockholm Journey t rou arlstad situated on ake nern, t e lar est lake in Sweden, and ass rebro, wit its 3th century castle, before continuin to Stock olm. ndul e in a free evenin to e lore Beauty on Water , as t e locals refer to t eir ca ital. Consider oinin an tional erience to t e cobbled Gamla Stan to admire its medieval istory on a walkin tour, followed by a traditional Swedis meal in a local restaurant. (B) Hotel: Elite Palace Discover Beautiful Stockholm Style and substance are t in s Stock olm as in abundance, as you ll discover when you join your Local Specialist for a si tseein tour t is mornin . See Stock olm s istoric mot er c urc , Storkyrkan and t e oyal alace, t en Dive Into Culture and visit t e City all. ater, oin your fellow travellers at an e clusive eco friendly Be My Guest experience and Connect With Locals over dinner amidst t e former untin and fis in rounds of Swedis kin s. (B, BMG, , )

r anic country food in rural eden. Join Carola in er restaurant built on t e former untin rounds of Swedis kin s for an eco-friendly foodie encounter around an o en fire. earn more at trafal ar.com.

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ark on an verni ht ruise Consider s endin your free mornin on an tional erience to t e asa useum. T e cool ca ital of inland beckons as you board your overni t cruise to elsinki, assin t rou Stock olm s arc i ela o as you watc t e sun set over t e Baltic Sea. (B)

Arrive in Vibrant Helsinki Continue your cruise across t e Baltic, arrivin in elsinki in time to oin your Local Specialist for a si tseein tour. See t e modern marble fa ades of inlandia all, t e Senate and the colourful stalls in Market Square before oinin your fellow travellers for a arewell inner. aise a lass of aquavit and toast to your epic adventure across t e ca itals of Scandinavia. Kippis! (B, FD) Hotel: Holiday Inn City Centre

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Capitals of the North 15 Days

5 Countries

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Travel from the port cities of Scandinavia to Mother Russia's St. Petersburg and Moscow. Launching your Scandinavia and Russia trip in Copenhagen, you'll sail across the Baltic, dine like Swedish royalty and take to the stage with the talented St. Petersburg Theatre of Youth.

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Your Must-See Highlights • Explore Co en a en, slo, Stock olm, elsinki, t e ermita e useum in St. etersbur and oscow wit a ocal S ecialist • Visit i eland Scul ture ark in slo, t e City all in Stock olm, t e eter and aul ortress in St. etersbur and St. Basil s Cat edral in oscow

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• View t e ittle ermaid in Co en a en, t e inlandia all in elsinki, t e Tsar s Winter alace, Nevsky ros ekt, St. saac s Cat edral and t e statue of eter t e Great in St. etersbur and ed Square and t e Walls of t e remlin in oscow • See B rsen, C ristiansbor alace and Amalienbor alace in Co en a en, Akers us, t e oyal alace and t e era ouse in slo, Storkyrkan, iddar olmen C urc and t e oyal alace in Stock olm, t e Sibelius onument, t e lym ic Stadium and t e era ouse in elsinki • Scenic Cruise across t e Baltic Sea

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Welco e to openha en Spend a leisurely afternoon connectin wit t e gg atmosphere of Co en a en, before meetin your Travel irector and fellow travellers for a Welcome ece tion and evenin orientation drive. Check in to your S a i S ri acco mmodation, t e istoric oeni otel in t e eart of Co en a en s most ele ant district. (WR, ) Hotel: Phoenix

i L al , meetin some of t e students of St. etersbur s T eatre for cana s and a sta e performance. Learn how your visit will a ra l a r by su ortin t e t eatrical education of St. etersbur s yout . ater, oin a Small Grou Si tseein visit wit a L al S iali to the ermita e useum. (B, , , )

plore istoric openha en Join a L al S iali today for a si tseein tour of t e iconic si ts of Co en a en. See t e beloved ittle ermaid, t e enaissance Stock c an e, and t e oyal alaces of Amalienbor and C ristiansbor . An afternoon at leisure could see you c oose an tional erience visitin t e anis iviera. (B) Journey to Oslo Cross t e resund by ferry and wind your way nort , t rou t e Swedis countryside ast Got enbur to Norway. (B) Hotel: Scandic Solli

Discover Beautiful Stockholm Join your Local S iali for a si tseein tour t is mornin , includin si ts of Stock olm s istoric mot er c urc , Storkyrkan, t e oyal alace and a visit to City all. T is evenin i L al over dinner durin a eco friendly e erience of Swedis os itality amidst t e former untin and fis in rounds of Swedis kin s. (B, BMG, )

t. eters ur our Way Admire the ornate domes and colourful mosaics of the Church of the Saviour on Spilled Blood and t e old lated dome of St. saac s Cat edral. Consider oinin an tional erience to cruise t e iver Neva and t e canals of St. etersbur . (B) ourney y i h peed rain to osco Board a train to t e ussian ca ital. Straddlin t e oskva iver, oscow is t e country s olitical, economic, reli ious and financial ub and your ome for t e ne t t ree ni ts. (B) otel ilton enin radskaya

ark on an verni ht ruise Spend your day e lorin t e city on your own or er a s oin an e cursion to t e asa useum s owcasin t e th century wars i reclaimed from t e seabed. T is evenin , we board an overni t ferry and cross t e Baltic bound for inland. (B)

plore a nificent osco T e im osin ed Square takes centre sta e t is mornin durin a uided si tseein tour wit a L al S iali . isit inside St. Basil s Cat edral and see t e remlin Walls before s endin some time at leisure e lorin t e si ts. (B)

Arrive in Vibrant Helsinki After an early arrival in elsinki, meet your L al S iali for an introduction to t e city s iconic si ts and its Swedis and ussian erita e. See t e modern marble fa ades of inlandia all, t e Senate and t e colourful stalls in arket Square. n oy a e ional inner wit your fellow travel companions. (B, RD) Hotel: Holiday Inn City Centre

osco our Way ick start your mornin immersin yourself in the culture of oscow, before takin to its streets to learn about its trium s and defeats. Consider an tional erience to t e th century Ser iyev osad, a lace of il rima e and t e lar est reli ious and cultural centre in ussia. T is evenin , oin your fellow travellers for a arewell inner. (B, FD)

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ontinue to t. eters ur We depart Finland and ourney to t e im erial city of St. etersbur w ere eter t e Great s ma ic touc on its astel ued fa ades and ele ant canals rovides t e erfect introduction to our adventure t rou ussia. Toni t, dinner is served at your otel. (B, D) Hotel: Park Inn by Radisson Nevsky

Farewell Moscow Say a fond farewell to Russia and newfound friends after your memorable oliday comes to an end after breakfast. ind out more about your free air ort transfer at trafal ar.com/freetransfers. (B)

he er ita e and ore in t. eters ur lore t e mi t of im erial ussia on a si tseein tour with a L al S iali . iew t e ma nificent Tsar s Winter alace, Nevsky ros ekt, St. saac s Cat edral and t e statue of eter t e Great. isit t e eter and aul ortress on an included visit before we

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ikin s and ore in slo Join your L al S iali t is mornin for a si tseein tour of slo. See t e medieval fortress of Akers us, t e ele ant oyal alace and slo era ouse and visit i eland Scul ture ark. n oy a free afternoon to e lore t e city on your terms. (B) Onwards to Stockholm We cross t e border into Sweden today and continue via Karlstad on Lake nern, t e lar est lake in t e uro ean nion. assin rebro, we arrive in t e island rin ed ca ital of Stockholm. (B) Hotel: Elite Palace

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Scenic Scandinavia and its Fjords 14 Days

3 Countries

21 Meals

From A$5275

Your travels will reveal the storybook beauty and colourful history of Scandinavia. On this Scandinavian trip, you'll see the fairy tales of Hans Christian Andersen come to life, hop aboard one of Europe's most exciting train journeys and learn about farm life near Bergen.

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Welco e to openha en mbrace t is enc antin Danish capital that inspired Hans Christian Andersen to s are tales of mermaids, queens and u ly ducklin s wit t e world. S end t e day embracin its quintessential gg found t rou out its c armin streets before en oyin a late afternoon orientation drive and Welcome Reception with your Travel irector and travel com anions. (WR) Hotel: Marriott plore istoric openha en Join a L al S iali today for a si tseein and walkin tour of t e iconic si ts of Co en a en, includin t e Amalienbor alace uarter. See t e th century Stock c an e, C ristianbor alace and t e Neo Classical Cat edral, before ayin tribute to t e tra ic ittle ermaid. S end t e rest of t e day on your own. T is evenin , consider a canal cruise wit stunnin city views. (B) ourney throu h tunnin cenery to anders Journey to Odense, then continue across pastoral landscapes to Randers, with its half-timbered merc ant ouses. Toni t, we stay at one of Trafal ar s S a i S ri – the Hotel Randers, one of t e oldest otels in t e area wit ori inal artwork and a ric uestbook. (B, ) Hotel: Randers

et ail for tavan er Set sail from Hirtshals across t e Ska errak to ristiansand in Norway. rive nort ast f ords, lakes and forests to Stavan er, one of Norway s oldest settlements. (B, D) Hotel: Thon Maritim

n ards to olourful er en Embark on an island o from Stavan er. n Ber en, we take an orientation tour ast t e 3th century aakon s all, t e bustlin fis market and colourful Bry en uarter. T is evenin , we i L al over dinner at a special e erience, visitin t e vre ide farm, worked for five enerations by t e same family. (B, BMG, ) Hotel: Thon Orion

inner on a orkin far . Join the vre ide family for a Norwe ian dinner and traditional music on their livestock farm, which as been a workin farm since t e 500s. iscover more at trafal ar.com.

Enjoy the Scenic Flåm Railway and on to o nef ord We drive east to the popular ski resort of oss, w ere we ll board a train ascendin over 0 metres above sea level. i l r on one of t e world s most e citin train ourneys, t rou t e l m alley ast t e osfossen alls. ater, arrive in So nef ord, t e in of t e ords , w ere we will stay overni t at one of Trafal ar s S a i S ri , the So nef ord otel, located on a eninsula stretc in into t e So nef ord. (B, D, , ) otel o nef ord ontinue to eiran er Norway s incredible lacier countryside surrounds us as we skirt the immense Nordf ord on t e way to Geiran erf ord. Toni t, we stay on t e s ores of t e f ord at one of Trafal ar s Sa i S ri otel avila Geiran er. (B, D, ) Hotel: Havila ay at the reathtakin eiran erf ord Spend a full day admirin t is s ectacular natural wonder. Consider an tional erience to t e Trollsti en and see Norway s most famous mountain road. inner is at your otel t is evenin . (B, D) Venture to Historic Lom and Lillehammer A scenic drive from Geiran er t rou i eaks brin s us to om, w ere we will visit a 2th-century wooden stave c urc . We continue t rou t e Gudbrandsdalen alley before arrivin in ille ammer, t e roud ost of t e Winter lym ics. (B, D) Hotel: Scandic Victoria n to ikin illed slo See the unusual Olympic ice arena beside the lake at Hamar as we travel to Norway s cultural ca ital, slo. Join a L al S iali w o will s are t e city s iconic si ts, includin views of the medieval fortress of Akershus, the Opera and th century oyal alace. We visit t e fascinatin i eland Scul ture ark, before s endin t e rest of t e day at leisure. (B) Hotel: Scandic Solli

Journey to Stockholm We cross the border into Sweden today and continue via arlstad on ake nern, t e lar est lake in t e uro ean nion. assin rebro, we arrive in t e island rin ed ca ital of Stock olm for a two ni t stay. (B) Hotel: Clarion

Discover Beautiful Stockholm We meet our Local S iali t is mornin for a si tseein tour of t e waterside City Hall and see the medieval Storkyrkan, Riddarholm Church and the Royal Palace at the heart of Stock olm s quaint ld Town. T e rest of t e day is free to e lore as you wis . Join your fellow travellers and Travel irector for a arewell inner t is evenin . (B, FD)

Farewell Scandinavia ur e ic ourney as come to an end. Bid Stock olm and your newfound friends a fond farewell. ind out more about your free air ort transfer at trafal ar.com/freetransfers. (B)

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er en our Way n oy a full free day in t e cultural centre of Ber en or ascend its funicular for s ectacular views of t e f ords and islands. Consider an tional erience to Telav , w ic layed a si nificant role in t e secret Nort Sea boat tra ic between Norway and Great Britain durin World War . (B)

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4 Countries

28 Meals

Don't miss a thing on this exhilarating Scandinavian trip. Your travels will feature fjords, glaciers and staggering scenery. Meet Santa Claus in Lapland, live the frilu sliv of your Norwegian hosts and venture across the Arctic Circle to the land of the Midnight Sun.

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• Explore Co en a en, Stock olm, elsinki and lso wit a ocal S ecialist

• Visit City all in Stock olm, Santa Claus illa e, Saariselk , onnin sv , Nort Ca e isitor Centre, Alta, Troms , Svolv r, Geiran erf ord, t e Stave c urc in om, ille ammer and i eland Scul ture ark in slo • View t e umber ack Brid e, t e ibrary and a ia all in ovaniemi and t e Cat edral of t e Nort ern i ts in Alta • See t e C ristianbor alace and t e ittle ermaid in Co en a en, Sibelius onument, t e lym ic Stadium, t e era ouse and inlandia all in elsinki, t e Blood oad , Saltf ellet Svartisen National ark, Junkerdal National ark, Nidaros Cat edral, t e ld Town Brid e and on ens ate in Trond eim, Akers us, t e era ouse and t e oyal alace in slo and t e B rsen

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Welco e to openha en The capital of Denmark is brimmin wit c aracter. n arrival, transfer to your otel, t en s end t e rest of t e day discoverin t e city your way before meetin your Travel irector and fellow travellers for a Welcome ece tion. (WR) Hotel: Marriott plore istoric openha en A Local Specialist reveals all t e i li ts of Co en a en and some idden ems on t is mornin s si tseein tour. See Amalienbor alace, t e ittle ermaid and t e thcentury Stock c an e. (B) Journey to Stockholm ou ll leave Co en a en t is mornin , travellin nort to elsin r. ere you ll board t e ferry to Sweden and be in your ourney across its lus reen s ruce clad landsca es to Stock olm. (B) Hotel: Elite Palace ark on an verni ht ruise Stock olm s oyal alace and City all are t e i li ts of t is mornin s si tseein wit a Local Specialist. ater, we leave Stock olm and board our overni t ferry to elsinki. (B) Arrive in Helsinki and on to Jyväskylä Disembark your ferry after breakfast, ust in time to oin your Local Specialist for a mornin si tseein tour. T e eart of innis akeland is your ne t sto . Toni t s Be My Guest experience in Jyväskylä is one to remember as you Connect With Locals over a traditional dinner. (B, BMG, ) Hotel: Verso

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Onwards to the Arctic Circle eavin Jyv skyl after breakfast, we ead to ovaniemi, t e ca ital of a land. Sit back and en oy t e scenery as we ourney nort towards t e Arctic Circle. (B, ) Hotel: Scandic Pohjanhovi Explore Santa Claus’s Hometown Your Way Get your bearin s on an orientation wit your Travel irector w o will s ow you umber ack Brid e and a ia all. Dive Into Culture and tell Santa ow ood you ve been w en you visit im at is Santa Claus illa e on t e Arctic Circle and see is ost o ice. (B, ) to ni ue aariselk Travel north to the o ular winter s orts resort of Saariselk . (B, D) Hotel: Santa’s Tunturi Connect With Locals WR Welcome Reception B Breakfast

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enture to orthern ost onnin sv t doesn t et more nort in Norway t an onnin sv , t e ateway to t e Nort Ca e. After dinner at your otel, ead to t e Nort Ca e isitor Centre to see t e idni t Sun. (B, D) Hotel: Scandic Nordkapp Continue to Alta Arrivin in Alta, you ll view t e modern Nort ern i ts Cat edral. ater, you could oin an o tional visit to usky arm. (B) Hotel: Thon Alta On to Friendly Tromsø ollow t e windin route to Troms , t e Gateway to t e Arctic . T e backdro may be snow ca ed, but t ere s not in c illy about t e warmt of t e locals, as you ll come to discover on your free evenin . (B) Hotel: Radisson Blu ourney to the tunnin ofoten slands ou ll ourney sout from Troms to Svolv r, t e erfect base from w ic to e lore Norway s e quisite ofoten slands. But first, dinner at your otel. (B, D) Hotel: Thon

he ofoten slands our Way Lace up your boots and re are for a day of adventure. T e ofoten slands is aradise for outdoor ent usiasts. (B)

ross the rctic ircle to o ana ou ll see laciers and f ords as you wind your way towards o ana, assin Saltf ellet Svartisen National ark, Junkerdal National ark and t e Blood oad , built by risoners durin World War . (B, D) Hotel: Scandic eyer arden

Onwards to Colourful Trondheim T is mornin we ourney sout to Trond eim, sto in en route in t e amusin ly named villa e of ell, Norway. T is afternoon, you ll see Trond eim s th century Nidaros Cat edral and t e ornamental red ortals of t e ld Town Brid e. (B) Hotel: Scandic Lerkendal

ontinue to cenic eir an er T e ueen of t e ords takes centre sta e today and you ll quickly discover w y s e is ustifiably inscribed in t e N SC World erita e ist. A s ecial treat awaits as you s end t e ni t at one of Trafal ar s Stays with Stories otel avila Geiran er, w ic o ers s ectacular views. (B, D) Hotel: Havila

ay at the reathtakin eiran erf ord Soak up t is s ectacular feat of nature or consider an tional erience alon Trollsti en oad wit its air in turns carved into t e stee mountain slo e. (B, D)

Venture to Historic Lom, Lillehammer and Oslo Visit t e 2th century wooden Stave c urc in om, t en ead to ille ammer, w ere you ll learn about t e u ely successful Winter lym ic ames. our final sto toni t is slo. (B) Hotel: Scandic Solli

ikin s and ore in slo Join your Local Specialist t is mornin for a si tseein tour, includin views of t e medieval fortress of Akers us, t e era and t e th century oyal alace. isit t e eculiar i eland Scul ture ark t en s end t e rest of t e day at leisure. Toni t you ll come to et er one last time for a fittin arewell inner. (B, FD)

Journey Home Bid your new friends a fond farewell and re are for your return tri ome. ind out more about your free air ort transfer at trafal ar.com/freetransfers. (B)

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Iceland including the Blue Lagoon 6 Days

1 Country

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Welcome to Reykjavik our e ic ourney t rou lus lava fields and t e windswe t landsca es of celand be ins in t e quirky ca ital of eyk avik. T e nort ernmost ca ital of t e world seems infused wit vivid colour, from t e bustlin byway of au ave ur to t e ent usiasm of t e city s friendly locals. S end time e lorin celand s ikin erita e, ay tribute to t e sun and sna a selfie in front of T e Sun oya er or stroll around t e lively ld arbour before meetin your Travel irector and fellow travellers for a Welcome ece tion to kick start your love a air wit celand. (WR) Hotel: Grand Reykjavik

by waters t at ori inate under round. Continue to Grindav k and Dive Into Culture at its world famous Blue a oon ( lease remember to ack your swimwear), sinkin into its milky blue waters amidst t e surroundin black lava field. Soak u the restorative properties of its mineral-rich waters and ealin mud, w ic is said to do wonders for your skin, before returnin to eyk avik for your final evenin wit new friends. Toni t, you ll toast to an enric in ourney t rou celand at a rousin arewell inner. (B, FD, ) Hotel: Grand Reykjavik

ourney to eykholt and on to or anes Explore t e small ca ital city of eyk avik on a si tseein tour wit your Travel irector t is mornin . ou ll view t e lass fa ades of ar a Concert all, Austurv llur Square and all r mskirk a C urc , w ose ot er worldly arc itecture is a nod to celand s volcanic ori ins. ead to t e tiny fis in town of Akranes to visit its useum Centre and li t ouse. iew eildartun u ver, uro e s i est owin ot s rin , followed by a visit to eyk olt, famously t e former 13th century ome of one of celand s most loved aut ors, Snorri Sturluson. Nature takes centre sta e as you end your day and admire raunfoss and nearby Barnafoss (C ildren s alls) to learn about t e tra ic le end t at ave t ese ra id waters its name. (B, D) Hotel: B59 ay to plore the n fellsnes eninsula Bundle u warmly as you make your way to t e wild, sea swe t Sn fellsnes eninsula. T e eninsula is fondly known as celand in miniature for boastin all t ose natural treasures volcanoes, laciers and waterfalls in ust 0 km. lore on your own or consider oinin an tional erience, cruisin Breidaf ordur Bay. Sam le ikin sus i and marvel at t e quaint fis in villa es and black sand beac es. ee your eyes eeled for t e star of t e s ow, t e Sn fells kull lacier, famous for bein t e location for Jules erne s novel Journey to t e Centre of t e art . ater, return to your otel in Bor arnes to en oy an evenin at leisure. (B) n ards throu h hin vellir ational ark to ullfoss eysir and elfoss ot er Nature s ma ic touc can be seen around every turn on today s e loration of celand s famous Golden Circle . isit t e Golden Waterfall of Gullfoss, t en ead to t e world famous ot s rin area of Geysir wit its lively Strokkur which spouts water some 30 metres into the air every few minutes. ou ll also see first and ow t e movements of t e Nort American and urasian tectonic lates ave carved into t e art s crust in t e N SC listed T in vellir National ark, t e ancient site w ere celand s national arliament would unite and old its sessions over t e centuries, from 30 to . ead to fstidalur airy arm ne t, for a quick ice cream tastin . T is evenin , Connect With Locals wit a local storyteller and er son writer usband, and delve into t eir colourful family istory, t en oin t em for dinner at an e clusive Be My Guest e erience. (B, BMG, ) otel elfoss

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Walk in the very place western civilisation was born as your travels reveal all the best of Greece highlights. ro the other ordly cli top eteora onasteries to alking the acred Way as the ancients once did in Delphi, this journey back in time will bring centuries of history to life.

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Welcome to Athens Put the 'oh' in opa and embark on an unfor ettable e loration of an ancient land of ods and oddesses, myt s and le ends. our s rin board to your s ellbindin oliday is t e vibrant ca ital of At ens, an e ortless mi of ancient treasures and modern verve, w ic you will ave an o ortunity to e lore after bein transferred to your otel. T is evenin , oin your Travel irector and travel com anions for a Welcome ece tion, includin a li t meal and welcome drink. (WR) Hotel: Divani Palace Acropolis plore a in thens Join your Local Specialist for a uided si tseein tour to t e ancient com le t at was once t e Cradle of Western Civilisation . We ll ave an o ortunity to e lore t e Acro olis wit its treasures. We ll admire t e art enon, dedicated to t e oddess At ena, t e oyal alace, Tem le of eus and t e A ora. Dive Into Culture and see remarkable dis lays of an ancient world durin an included visit to t e Acro olis useum, and see adrian s Arc and t e stadium w ere t e first modern lym ics took lace. T e rest of t e day is yours to en oy on your own. Stroll t rou t e laka, eo le watc in Synta ma Square or o in searc of the city's tastiest souvlaki. (B, ) Journey to Corinth, Mycenae and Nafplion We de art At ens crossin t e mi ty Corint Canal to t e wild elo onnesian eninsula. Arrivin in Corint , we oin a Local Specialist to e lore an ancient city t at several em ires fou t over t rou out t e centuries. We continue to ycenae, a mi ty kin dom of Ancient Greece, w ere we ll see t e Bee ive Tombs (t e Treasury of Atreus), t e ion Gate and t e remains of A amemnon s oyal alace, in t e company of a Local Specialist. ater, we ll travel to Epidaurus to visit the ancient Theatre and view the Sanctuary of Ascle ius, t e God of edicine, w ose snake entwined sta remains t e symbol of medicine to t is day. (B, D) Hotel: Amalia Nafplio

Continue to Ancient Olympia We traverse the ountains of Arcadia to ancient lym ia, t e site of t e first lym ic Games eld in BC. T is evenin , we Connect With Locals oinin t e arambellas family for dinner on their olive and wine farm at a Be My Guest e erience featurin traditional dancin and characteristic Greek philoxenia. (B, BMG, ) Hotel: Amalia Olympia

Onwards to Patras and Delphi We oin a Local Specialist t is mornin to delve into centuries of istory. We ll visit t e ancient lym ic site, t e museum and the ruined remains of the Temples of eus and era. eavin lym ia, we skirt t e coastline nort to atras, crossin t e Gulf of Corint to mainland Greece before continuin to el i, our ome for t e ni t. (B) Hotel: Amalia Delphi to her opylae and ala aka Tread in the footste s of t e ancient Greeks, w o would descend on the sanctuary of Delphi to consult with the most im ortant oracle in t e classical world. Join your Local Specialist and walk the Sacred Way to the 4th century Tem le of A ollo. iew t e statues immortalisin t e stren t of t e at letes w o once competed in the Pythian Games held in honour of A ollo and t e Arts. A scenic afternoon drive brin s us to T ermo ylae, famous for t e eroic defence by eonidas and is brave S artans a ainst t e invadin ersians. We cross t e lus T essaly re ion, t e bread basket of Greece , t en travel over t e ourmaraki ass towards alambaka. (B, D) otel alia ala aka Admire Meteora and Return to Athens The UNESCO World erita e monasteries of eteora are our first sto today. Join a Local Specialist to visit two of t e si astern rt odo monasteries t at clin im ressively to immense, rounded rock towers overlookin t e town. A scenic drive returns us to At ens, w ere we ll en oy a rousin arewell inner wit our travel companions and reminisce over an incredible ourney t rou Greece. (B, FD) Hotel: Divani Palace Acropolis Farewell Athens We say a fond farewell to our newfound friends and t e treasures of Greece after an unfor ettable ourney or oin a 3, or day Ae ean cruise. See a es 20 20 . ind out more about your free air ort transfer at trafal ar.com/freetransfers. (B)

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Continue to Ancient Ephesus and Patmos Visit the Turkish shores of Kusadasi for a complimentary Shore Experience to ancient Ephesus. We continue to Patmos, the site where the Book of Revelation was written by St. John. Here, you could choose to see the Cave of t e A ocaly se and St. Jo n s onastery as an Optional Experience. (B, L, D)

Disembark in Athens and Journey Home This mornin , disembark from your cruise s i for your transfer to the airport. Find out more about your free air ort transfer at trafal ar.com/freetransfers. (B)

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ark and ruise to tunnin ykonos We depart At ens, boardin our s i to cruise t e a ure waters of t e Ae ean, bound for ykonos. S end t e evenin ettin lost in its labyrint ine lanes lined by w ite was ed cotta es and tumblin cerise bou ainvillea. (B, L, D) Continue to Ancient Ephesus and Patmos Touch the Turkish coastline and visit the port of Kusadasi for a complimentary Shore Experience to the ancient city of Ephesus. We continue to Patmos later, where the Book of Revelations was written by St. John. Here, you could c oose to visit t e Cave of t e A ocaly se and St. John’s Monastery on an Optional Experience. (B, L, D) A Day to Explore Beautiful Rhodes T e enc antin ld Town of odes takes centre sta e today as we walk in t e footste s of t e medieval kni ts w o conquered t is land on our com limentary S ore Experience. (B, L, D)

Cruise to Heraklion and on to Santorini We sail to eraklion on t e island of Crete, w ere we ave t e opportunity to delve into the centuries-old culture and erita e of t e inoans at t e alace of nossos. ur final sto today is t e beautiful volcanic island of Santorini wit its cli to villa es, w ere you mi t consider an optional Shore Experience to the sunkissed villa e of ia. (B, L, D) Disembark in Athens and Journey Home This mornin , disembark from your s i for your transfer to the airport. Find out more about your free airport transfer at trafal ar.com/freetransfers. (B) Trip code: AG

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ark and ruise to tunnin ykonos We leave t e bustlin city streets of At ens and cruise to Mykonos, where the Windmills of Kato Mili extend a warm evenin welcome as t ey ave to arrivin seafarers for centuries. ou ll ave t e evenin free to e lore t e windin lanes of C ora, strollin ast w itewas ed cotta es and tumblin cerise bou ainvillea as you admire t e retty boutiques, then follow your nose to the best seafood in town. As the sun sets over Mykonos, there’s no better place for cocktails than Little Venice. (B, L, D)

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Embark on Your 7-Day Cruise S end t e mornin on your own e lorin w at was once t e Cradle of Western Civilisation . See t e city s ancient sites before boardin your cruise s i t is afternoon for your seven ni t cruise t rou t e Ae ean. (B, D)

Explore the Iconic Ephesus Ruins Arrive in Kusadasi, your ateway to t e ancient Greek City of esus. ou ll oin an included Ancient esus si tseein tour before returnin to your s i for your evenin departure. (B, L, D)

Rhodes Your Way Explore the medieval Old Town of odes and oin an included walkin tour revealin t e story of t e ni ts of St. Jo n. Join an included visit to Lindos, in the heart of Rhodes, and visit the seven lod es of t e rder of St. Jo n w ere t e ori inal coats of arms are still dis layed. (B, L, D)

d ire rete s ios ikolaos Arrivin in Crete t is mornin , you ll ave some free time to e lore t e c armin arbour town of A ios Nikolaos. Consider an Optional Experience to Heraklion’s Palace of nossos or e lore t e Crete countryside. (B, L, D)

Enjoy Sunny Santorini Admire the dramatic volcanic landsca e of Santorini, an ins irin backdro for laid back island life. eturn to t e s i t is evenin w ere you ll stay overni t. (B, L, D)

ourney to ilos and ykonos Dock in the former home of the famous Venus de Milo. There’s time to e lore t e sland of Colours on an tional erience, before continuin to ykonos for an evenin s ent a ainst t e backdro of its characteristic windmills. (B, L, D)

arvel at ykonos Enjoy a full free day to explore the narrow ramblin streets of C ora. ou could c oose an o tional visit t e Sacred sland of elos, t e birt lace of A ollo. e art t is evenin for At ens, celebratin a final evenin on board wit new friends. (B, L, D)

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Slow the world right down when you board this Greek island hop and experience how the locals enjoy life on the islands of Santorini and Mykonos. Your journey begins and ends in lively Athens where there's plenty of time to explore ancient treasures and see all the sights.

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Welcome to Athens Ease into a simpler way of life – t e into icatin ly slow ace of t e Cycladic islands is t e ultimate de arture from reality, but not before you en oy a assionate encounter wit At ens after bein transferred to your otel. Join your Travel irector and fellow travellers for a Welcome ece tion includin a welcome drink and li t meal to kick o your At eisure discovery of Greece s ca ital and t e enc antin islands of ykonos and Santorini. (WR) Hotel: Radisson Blu Park

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Explore Ancient Athens mbark on a ourney to antiquity with your Local Specialist who will take you to t e Acro olis, a sacred site since ycenaen times. ma ine At enians ascendin t e illto s rine to wors i At ena at t e art enon, and see t e anat inaiko lym ic stadium, t e Tem le of eus and adrian s Arc . Admire t e om om marc of t e v one uards at t e Tomb of t e nknown Soldier, t en s end t e rest of t e day on your own soakin u t e verve of t is vibrant city. (B) Cruise to Santorini We de art At ens and cruise to Santorini, w ere we ll s end t e ne t t ree days e lorin t e island s dramatic beauty. Stroll t rou t e volcanic island s quaint cli to towns. Blue domed w itewas ed fa ades clin dramatically to t e multi coloured cli s rovidin a s ectacular backdro for e quisite sunsets. Join your com anions t is evenin for a memorable meal of Greek cuisine. (B, D) Hotel: El Greco Santorini Your Way iew t e ma nificent caldera, see t e island s ancient ruins or ramble t rou t e windin streets of ira and ia today is yours to en oy a leisurely e loration of t is beautiful island on your own. ndul e in a day of sunbat in and rela ation on one of its many beac es or s o u a storm at its boutique stores. (B) Enjoy Sunny Santorini Toast to t e s ellbindin beauty of Santorini at a local winery and learn about t e art of winemakin in t e re ion. T en consider a ride in a caique (sailin boat) to t e volcanic island of Nea ameni to swim in its lorious ot s rin s anot er full day at leisure to rela and soak u t e island s atmos ere. (B)

Cruise to Mykonos We take a short ferry transfer to ykonos its c aracteristic illside windmills overlook t e beautiful bay and stand as an endurin reetin to all w o arrive. n oy an orientation before s endin t e rest of your day ettin lost amidst t e island s labyrint ine lanes, lined wit w itewas ed cotta es and tumblin cerise bou ainvillea. Take to t e lay round of t e ric and famous and er a s e erience t e island s vibrant ni tlife. (B, D) Hotel: Pelican Bay

Admire Mykonos Set your watc to island time and en oy a lorious day soakin u t e laid back vibe of ykonos. S end your day rela in on its beautiful beac es, si c am a ne in t e icturesque ittle enice waterside, or visit some of its istorical treasures, includin t e th century C urc of t e ara ortiani, t e Arc aeolo ical useum and t e Ae ean aritime useum. (B)

dyllic island livin on ykonos. Experience t e everyday c arm of your island osts as you soak u t e sun kissed s lendour and festive atmos ere on t is irresistible Greek island. ead more at trafal ar.com.

Marvel at Mykonos ick back and en oy anot er idyllic day in beautiful surrounds. ndul e in local seafood avours, en oy a leisurely swim in t e calm waters of t e Ae ean or consider a tri to see t e myt ical sanctuary of elos, believed by t e ancients to be t e birt lace of Artemis and A ollo. (B) Cruise to Athens We return to At ens, via a i s eed ferry. After bein transferred to your otel, you ave free time for some last minute souvenir s o in . (B) Hotel: Radisson Blu Park Farewell Athens Say a fond farewell to Greece and your newfound friends as you are transferred to t e air ort for t e i t ome. ind out more about your free air ort transfer at trafal ar.com/freetransfers. (B)

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Secrets of Greece including Corfu 11 Days

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n in depth reece trip for history u s and lovers of reek food and culture. ou ll en oy traditional dinner and dancing on an olive far travel to the enchanting island of orfu and e plore ancient sights like ycenae ly pia and elphi you ve read a out in history ooks.

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• Visit the Theatre at Epidaurus, the Olympic Stadium in Olympia, the island of Corfu, the monastery of Palaiokastritsa and Achilleon Palace, the towns of Ioannina and Metsovo, the rock monasteries in Meteora, Mount elion re ion, t e ome of t e racle at Delphi, the port town of Galaxidi and the Acropolis in Athens

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Welcome to Athens Delve into the treasures of Greece in its vibrant ca ital. ick o your in de t discovery of w at was once t e Cradle of Western Civilisation t is evenin , w en you meet your Travel irector and travel companions for a Welcome Reception. (WR) Hotel: Radisson Blu Park Journey to Epidaurus and Nafplion Our leisurely drive takes us to t e scenic nort east elo onnese and ast t e Corint Canal, w ic straddles two ulfs. ur first sto is t e ancient T eatre of idaurus and t e Sanctuary of Ascle ius, God of edicine. S end t e rest of t e day e lorin t e enetian ins ired seaport of Nafplion. (B) Hotel: Amalia Nafplio ay plorin ycenae Continuin our drive inland, we visit ycenae. Stroll t rou t e ion Gate and A amemnon s oyal alace, before seein t e tomb of t is fearless Greek leader w o commanded t e Greeks in t eir battles a ainst Tro an forces. T is afternoon, we Dive Into Culture and sam le delicious local vinta es, ainin insi ts into t e Nemea re ion s wine industry. (B, )

Continue on to Lakeside Ioannina We bid farewell to island livin on Corfu and sail back to t e mainland, continuin to t e lively lakeside city of oannina, w ere we s end t e rest of t e day at leisure. (B) otel u ac on ress enter and pa

Journey to Meteora and Mount Pelion T e delicious avours of etsovone c eese and wine rovide a fittin start to our day. We continue to alambaka and admire t e famous By antine onasteries of eteora t at stand almost im ossibly erc ed ato colossal boulders. ass t e seaside town of olos before arrivin into ortaria. (B) Hotel: Despotiko

Admire Thermopylae, Delphi and on to Galaxidi We sto in T ermo ylae, t e site w ere eonidas and is 300 S artans fou t bravely a ainst t e invadin ersians. Join a Local Specialist for a uided visit to el i. Walk t e Sacred Way to t e th century Tem le of A ollo and ramble t rou w at remains of t is ancient sanctuary. T e seaside villa e of Gala idi, is our final sto for t e day. (B) Hotel: Nostos

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Onwards to Ancient Olympia Crossin t e elo onnese, we ead towards t e famous villa e of lym ia, w ere at letes com eted for su remacy in t e ancient lym ic Games. T is evenin , we Connect With Locals oinin t e arambellas family on t eir olive and wine farm for a traditional Be My Guest e erience includin dinner and dancin . (B, BMG, ) otel ly pic illa e to ikopolis and ail to orfu We leave the eninsula and return to mainland Greece, continuin nort ast Am iloc ia and reve a, before arrivin in Nikopolis to see where the Battle of Actium took lace. Boardin a ferry, we cross to t e beautiful island of Corfu. (B) Hotel: Cavalieri ay to iscover a in orfu Be in your day wit an orientation tour of t e island, followed by a visit to t e enetian Castle and t e onastery of alaiokastritsa. ater, we sto at t e aeacian styled Ac illeion alace. Stroll t rou its m erial Gardens and en oy ma nificent views of t e lus valley and listenin onian Sea. (B)

Return to Athens We return to cosmopolitan Athens for a day of delvin into antiquity. We ascend to t e Acro olis and oin a Local Specialist for a si tseein tour wit ma nificent views of At ena s art enon, t e A ora, oyal alace and Tem le of eus. See adrian s Arc and view t e stadium w ere t e first modern lym ics took lace in . n our final evenin to et er, we oin our fellow travellers for a arewell inner to celebrate to et er. (B, FD) Hotel: Radisson Blu Park

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Farewell Athens We bid farewell to At ens and newfound friends as we re are to de art Greece, or oin t e 3 day Santorini tension. ind out more about your free air ort transfer at trafal ar.com/freetransfers. (B)

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Cruise to Sunny Santorini Board a i s eed ferry to t e idyllic island of Santorini. Transfer to your hotel with an orientation on arrival and s end free time e lorin . (B) Hotel: El Greco

iscover tunnin antorini n oy a full free day to e lore t e sun kissed s ores of Santorini its villa es, vineyards and caldera. (B)

Santorini Your Way Anot er full day to e lore Santorini. ndul e in its wines or consider a ride in a caique to the volcanic island of Nea amini. (B)

Fly to Athens and Journey Home Take a s ort i t back to At ens t is mornin . Say oodbye to Greece as you continue your ourney ome. (B)

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Highlights of Turkey 10 Days

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17 Meals

From A$2795 Past Guest Rated

Travel along the age-old trading routes that linked East and West revealing all the Highlights of Turkey. Do some haggling of your own in Istanbul's Grand Bazaar, fall asleep amidst the fairy-tale landscapes of Cappadocia and walk in the footsteps of the ancient Greeks in Ephesus.

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Welcome to Istanbul S end t e day e lorin stanbul after bein transferred to your otel. Later, you'll meet your Travel Director and travel com anions for a memorable Welcome ece tion. (WR) Hotel: Radisson Blu Sisli Discover Colourful Istanbul Delve into the treasures of t e ttoman m ire, strollin t rou To ka i alace, t e Basilica of a ia So ia and t e Blue osque. Dive Into Culture as you a le for souvenirs at stanbul s Grand Ba aar. ater, visit t e By antine i odrome. (B, ) Journey to Gallipoli and Çanakkale Today, pay tribute to t e t ousands of men w o fou t bravely at Galli oli. See one ine Cemetery, t en s end a quiet moment at An ac Cove and C unuk Bair. Toni t you ll stay in anakkale, and dine in your otel. (B, D) Hotel: Kolin to roy er a on and ir Admire the arc aeolo ical e cavations at Troy and t e symbolic re lica of t e Tro an orse, t en continue to er amon to visit t e Ascle ion edical Centre wit its symbol of modern medicine. T is afternoon, Connect With Locals over lunch in Demircidere at a Be My Guest e erience. inner is at your otel in mir. (B, BMG, D, ) Hotel: Mövenpick Admire the Ruins of Ephesus and on to Pamukkale lore t e ruins of t e ancient Greek city of esus, admirin t e ibrary of Celsus and Tem le of Artemis. Ne t, visit t e ouse of t e ir in ary, t e Tem le of adrian, and t e 2nd-century Great T eatre, still in use today. ater, rela and en oy t e blissful t ermal ools at your otel in amukkale. (B, D) Hotel: Colossae Thermal Connect Wit ocals WR Welcome ece tion B Breakfast

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Onwards to Hierapolis and Konya T is mornin en oy a visit to t e ancient ruins of t e oly City of iera olis wit its limestone laden t ermal s rin s. our last sto today is onya. (B, D) Hotel: Dedeman

Continue to Cappadocia isit t e evlana useum and ausoleum in onya, a former dervis lod e of t e evlevi order. Continuin your ourney to Ca adocia, you ll see a 3th-century caravanserai then Dive Into Culture to learn about t e art of ottery makin in Avanos. Toni t you ll en oy an overni t stay at one of Trafal ar s Stays With Stories set alon side t e ancient rta isar rock castle. (B, , ) Hotel: Dilek Kaya

A Day to Explore Spectacular Göreme The w imsical landsca es of Ca adocia take centre sta e today as you visit t e G reme en Air useum, t e a aba and i il adi valleys and under round city of Saratli. ou ll learn about t e art of car et weavin durin a visit to a Turkis car et em orium before an included dinner. (B, D)

Return to Istanbul Take a s ort i t t is mornin to stanbul, w ere t e rest of t e day is yours to e lore t e city your way. ou could c oose to oin an o tional cruise and sail t e waters of t e Bos orus w ic se arate Asia and uro e. Toni t, oin your Travel irector and fellow com anions for a arewell inner. (B, FD) Hotel: Radisson Blu Sisli

Farewell Istanbul Say a fond farewell to Turkey and newfound friends as you de art for our i t ome. ind out more about your free air ort transfer at trafal ar.com/freetransfers. (B)

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Best of Turkey 14 Days

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26 Meals

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From the legends of Troy to ancient Greek cities, your travels will reveal the places where history happened. On this in-depth Best of Turkey voyage, you'll also venture into the Taurus Mountains for lunch with the Yazir community and relax on the shores of the Turkish Riviera.

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Blue Mosque, Istanbul

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Welcome to Istanbul our ourney of discovery t rou ancient lands and em ires starts in stanbul. Transfer to your otel, t en oin your Travel irector and fellow travellers for a Welcome ece tion. (WR) Hotel: Radisson Blu Sisli

Discover Colourful Istanbul mbark on a uided tour of To ka i alace, a ia So ia, t e i odrome and t e Blue osque. T en Dive Into Culture to e lore t e Grand Ba aar. (B, )

Journey to Gallipoli and Çanakkale Journey to Galli oli to see An ac Cove and t e ardanelles. ou ll visit t e cemeteries of one ine and C unuk Bair, t en continue to anakkale. (B, D) Hotel: Kolin

On the Road to Aspendos and Konya Witness t e world s best reserved t eatre of antiquity in As endos, before continuin to onya, for insi ts into t e W irlin ervis sect. Continue to t e aratay Tile useum. (B, D) Hotel: Dedeman Continue to Cappadocia See a well reserved 3th-century caravanserai before your ourney to Ca adocia and Saratli. ndul e in a e ional inner and stay in one of Trafal ar s Stays With Stories located alon side t e ancient rta isar rock castle. (B, RD, ) Hotel: Dilek Kaya A Day to Explore Spectacular Göreme isit t e G reme en Air useum to admire t e e traordinary rock ewn c urc es and learn about t e art of ottery makin in Avanos. (B, D)

to roy er a on and ir lore t e le end of Troy, visit t e ancient Ascle ion edical Centre in er amon, t en travel to mir. (B, D) Hotel: Mövenpick

Explore the Ruins of Ephesus isit t e ruins of esus and see t e ouse of ir in ary at t. oressos. (B)

Onwards to Ankara We visit t e useum of Anatolian Civilisations and t e final restin lace of t e country s beloved Atat rk in Ankara. (B, D) Hotel: Mövenpick

Return to Istanbul eturn to stanbul for a memorable arewell inner. (B, FD) Hotel: Radisson Blu Sisli

Farewell Istanbul Bid stanbul and newfound friends a fond farewell. ind out more about your free air ort transfer at trafal ar.com/freetransfers. (B)

Onwards to Pamukkale Journey inland to amukkale. ela in t e blissful t ermal ools before dinner. (B, D) Hotel: Colossae Thermal Venture to Hierapolis and Antalya isit ancient iera olis and amukkale s Cotton Castle S rin s. Later, Connect With Locals over a Be My Guest lunch wit t e a ir community. Continue to Antalya. (B, BMG, D, ) Hotel: Rixos Downtown n oy ncient er e n oy a free mornin on t e Turkis iviera. T is afternoon, travel to er e and visit t e Antalya Arc aeolo ical useum. (B, L, D)

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Festive Meal: A New ear s ve dinner as been arranged for t ese de artures. Join us in uro e to celebrate t e festive season. lease note, C ristmas is not celebrated in Turkey.

Anzac Day: T e de arture marked in t e rice anel is a s ecial An ac ay de arture. T is itinerary is altered to take in t e commemorations and events at Galli oli.

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Egyptian Trips Follow in the footsteps of the Pharaohs on three timeless trips through Egypt. See the Pyramids and make your way through spice-scented markets brimming with copper, carpets, silver and perfume. Youâ€™ll also hop aboard a felucca for a slow cruise along the colourful shores of the Nile River as you uncover the treasures and antiquities of Egyptian royalty.

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required for this trip. Please check with your Travel Agent when making your reservation to assess your requirements.

Nile Cruise: All three itineraries include a

cruise along the legendary River Nile on board the most luxurious of ships; the MS Miriam, MS Medea or MS Sapphire (or similar cruise ship). Please Note: Cruise itineraries on the Nile

may vary occasionally according to seasonal circumstances. Visits to sights and highlights will not be a ected. Abu Simbel Optional Experience is available on all of these itineraries. Visit trafalgar.com for up-to-date information.

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DAY Welcome to Cairo Embark on an expedition to the land of the Pharaohs. On arrival at Cairo Airport, transfer to your otel and rela after your ourney. Hotel: Hilton Heliopolis

Fly to Luxor and Embark on Your Nile Cruise Fly to u or t is mornin to visit t e Tem le of Amun and t e im osin Avenue of t e S in . isit t e u or useum before returnin to your cruise s i for lunc .(B, L, D) Hotel: Nile Cruise

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ay to plore the alley of the in s Immerse yourself in t e ancient istory of y t s alley of t e in s. isit t e mortuary tem le of ueen ats e sut, t e Colossi of emnon and t e Grand Tem le of u or. Connect With Locals as you en oy a traditional Be My Guest bite to eat of freshly baked bread with honey and mint tea on u or s West Bank. (B, L, BMG, D, ) Journey to Ancient Kom-Ombo Sail u stream to om mbo and tour t e Tem le. onnin your gala a , you ll en oy a traditional y tian dinner on board later. (B, L, D) Onwards to Aswan Set sail on a traditional felucca and sail ast t e Botanical Gardens on itc ener s sland. lore t e Aswan am t en travel to t e Tem le of sis, followed by a visit to t e nfinis ed belisk, lyin semi carved from t e solid bedrock. (B, L, D)

DAY 1

Welcome to Cairo elve into t e antiquities of y t on t is e ic ourney w ic be ins in Cairo. n arrival, transfer to your hotel for a day at leisure. Hotel: Le Meridien Pyramids

Discover Colourful Cairo n oy a uided tour of t e y tian useum, ome of in Tutank amun s riceless treasures. iew t e Great yramids at Gi a, includin t e yramid of C eo s and t e S in . (B)

Fly to Aswan and Embark on Your Nile Cruise We y to Aswan and visit t e i am before travellin by motorboat to t e Tem le of sis. T en board a felucca and sail around t e Botanical Gardens on itc ener s sland and see t e A a an ausoleum. (B, L, D) Hotel: Nile Cruise

Admire the Wonders of Giza urin a full day e cursion see t e Colossus of amses and t e Alabaster S in at em is. isit t e Ste yramid at Sakkara, t en marvel at t e Great yramid of Gi a and t e mi ty S in . T is evenin , watc a da lin sound and li t s ow. (B)

Fly to Luxor and Embark on Your Nile Cruise Fly to Luxor for a uided tour of t e arnak Tem le Com le . T en e lore u or useum and marvel at t e u or Tem le before boardin your cruise s i . (B, L, D) Hotel: Nile Cruise

Explore Ancient Dendera Explore the beautifully preserved endera Tem le, t en return to u or. (B, L, D)

Journey to Aswan Today, we sail to tranquil Aswan, arrivin , arrivin in time for dinner. (B, L, D)

he i h a and ore in s an Continue today, to t e Tem le of sis on t e sland of ilae, t en view t e nfinis ed belisk, lyin semi carved from t e solid bedrock, and visit t e i am in Aswan. (B, L, D)

Onwards to Philae and Kitchenerâ€™s Island Consider an tional erience to Abu Simbel. ater, sail in a felucca around t e Botanical Gardens on itc ener s sland. (B, L, D)

to ncient o o Today, we ll visit t e roo ess Tem le of om mbo, wors i in two ods. (B, L, D)

ail to tunnin u or Watc ow t e river ives life to an arid landsca e as you sail down t e Nile to u or. (B, L, D)

Disembark and Fly to Cairo isembark in u or and Connect With Locals as you en oy a traditional Be My Guest e erience wit fres ly baked bread, oney and mint tea. lore t e West Bank com le of mortuary tem les and tombs, t en y to Cairo. (B, BMG, ) Hotel: Ramses Hilton

Discover Colourful Cairo isit t e an in C urc of St. ary and t e Sultan assan osque in ld Cairo, t e Alabaster osque and t e y tian useum. (B)

Farewell Cairo Our expedition at its end, take a transfer to t e air ort for your onward ourney. ind out more about your free air ort transfer at trafal ar.com/freetransfers. (B)

Journey to Ancient Kom-Ombo S end t e mornin rela in on your Nile cruise or consider oinin an tional erience to see t e ama in Tem le of amses at Abu Simbel. T is afternoon, we ll visit t e Tem le of om mbo, before an evenin celebration of y t s culture and cuisine. (B, L, D) Uncover Luxorâ€™s Treasures Set sail early for u or on t e banks of t e Nile. ere you ll ave time to visit t e u or useum and see an astoundin collection of arc aeolo ical treasures. (B, L, D) Disembark and Fly to Cairo isit u or s ancient Great Tem le today before you e lore its iconic alley of t e in s. Connect With Locals as you en oy a traditional Be My Guest e erience wit fres ly baked bread, oney and mint tea t en marvel at t e Colossi of emnon, t e arnak Tem le Com le and ueen ats e sut s Tem le before your i t to Cairo. (B, BMG, ) Hotel: Ramses Hilton n ards to a in le andria Journey to t e ort city of Ale andria, sto in at t e Co tic onasteries at Wadi el Natrun (if o en). inner t is evenin is in an unfor ettable seaside settin . (B, RD) Hotel: Helnan Palestine

Admire the Wonders of Giza T e Great yramids of Gi a beckon today and we ave an o ortunity to embark on a soul stirrin encounter wit ancient treasures t e Colossus of amses , t e Ste yramid of Sakkara and t e eni matic Great S in . (B)

Return to Cairo elve into t e treasures of Ale ander t e Great s once ros erous editerranean city. Tour t e oman Am it eatre and om ey s illar at t e ancient acro olis. isit t e om l S oqafa Catacomb and t e National useum. (B) Hotel: Hilton Heliopolis

Depart Cairo ur e ic ourney at its end, we say farewell to newfound friends. Find out more about your free airport transfer at trafal ar.com/freetransfers. (B)

T is tri de arts every Wednesday between 3 3 ctober 202 .

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Welcome to Cairo our encounter wit y t s ancient ast be ins in its ca ital, Cairo. n arrival, transfer to your hotel for a day at leisure. Hotel: Ramses Hilton

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25 Meals

Disembark and Fly to Cairo n oy a day at leisure or er a s oin an tional erience to t e Sun Tem le of Abu Simbel before yin back to Cairo t is afternoon. (B) Hotel: Ramses Hilton Discover Colourful Cairo mbark on a si tseein tour t rou t e caco ony of Cairo s busy streets. isit t e an in C urc of St. ary and t e Sultan assan osque in ld Cairo and see t e ancient Citadel, t e Alabaster osque and Tutank amun s riceless treasures at t e y tian useum. (B)

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Trip code: GW T is tri de arts every Tuesday between 30 arc and 2 ctober 202 . Winter de artures o erate every Tuesday between ctober 202 and 2 A ril 2022 (Tri code W GW).

Winter de artures o erate every Saturday between ctober 202 and A ril 2022 (Tri code W G ).

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Country Explorer

Best of Israel 8 Days

1 Country

11 Meals

From A$4095 Past Guest Rated

n e traordinary first hand encounter ith fa iliar places and stories this est of srael travel experience will bring centuries of history to life and reveal the proud traditions of the resilient Jewish people. You'll also visit Bethlehem, the birthplace of Jesus and visit Manger Square.

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Jaffa Gate, Jerusalem

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ourney fro el viv to erusale After arrivin in t e sacred city of Jerusalem, you ll oin your Travel irector and fellow travellers for a Welcome rink. Hotel: Dan Panorama A Day to Explore the Dead Sea and Masada Journey to t e site w ere t e ead Sea Scrolls were found and visit t e strikin cli to fortress of asada. Stroll t rou t e e cavations of erod s alatial retreat, before returnin to t e salty waters of t e ead Sea (time ermittin ). (B, D) The Church of Nativity in Bethlehem Admire t e ld City of Jerusalem from t e ount of lives. T en Dive Into Culture at t e Wailin Wall watc in fait ful Jews cede t eir rayers to t e ancient rocks. See t e ome of t e ock and follow t e at taken by C rist alon t e ia olorosa to Gol ot a, arrivin at t e C urc of t e oly Se ulc re. ater, travel to Bet le em and visit t e C urc of Nativity, built on t e site considered to be t e birt lace of Jesus. (B, ) Onwards to Lower Galilee isit ad as em to commemorate t e lives lost in t e olocaust. See t e ead Sea Scrolls, t e nesset, and t e Givat am Cam us of t e ebrew niversity. n Na aret , you ll visit t e C urc of Annunciation, w ose cu ola overlooks t e cave in w ic Arc an el Gabriel a eared to ary. Celebrate a stron sense of community at your overni t sto at a ibbut otel. (B, D) Hotel: Kibbutz Lavi Admire Capernaum, the Mount of Beatitudes and Safed Be in t e day wit a boat ride on t e Sea of Galilee and visit t e Jesus Boat. Continue to

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t e ruins of t e old syna o ue at Ca ernaum, t en visit t e ount of Beatitudes, w ere Jesus delivered t e Sermon on t e ount. Ne t, venture to t e birt lace of t e abbala movement, Safed. (B, D) 6

On to Acre, Haifa, Caesarea and Tel Aviv Continue to t e almost intact 2t century under round city of Acre, before en oyin views of t e ersian an in Gardens of aifa. ma ine ancient seafarin traders lyin t eir wares in Caesarea, w ere we visit t e oman Am it eatre. T en travel to t e vibrant city of Tel Aviv. (B) Hotel: Dan Panorama Discover Coastal Tel Aviv isit abin Square t is mornin and learn about t e assassination of rime inister it ak abin. T en continue to Newe edek, t e first nei bour ood of Tel Aviv, before strollin t rou t e ancient ruins of ld Ja a. Connect With Locals over lunc at an e clusive Be My Guest e erience in A ami nei bour ood, w ere you ll ear t e story of a C ristian irl rowin u in a Jewis , uslim and C ristian area. (B, BMG, ) Farewell Tel Aviv Say a fond farewell to fellow il rims as you re are for your ourney ome. ind out more about your free air ort transfer at trafal ar.com/freetransfers. (B)

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Country Explorer

Jordan Experience 6 Days

1 Country

11 Meals

From A$2450 Past Guest Rated

Travel to the ‘Rose City' of Petra, the highlight on this Jordan trip. But there's more to discover as you learn about Jordanian culture with the Khzoz family, have dinner with a Bedouin tribe and spend a soulful night gazing at the clear night's sky when you stay in Wadi Rum desert.

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Camel, Jordan

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Welcome to Amman Arrivin in t e w ite stone city of Amman, you ll be transferred to your otel. eet your fellow travellers t is evenin for a Welcome ece tion followed by dinner. (WR) Hotel: Landmark Explore Ancient Jerash Embark on a city tour of Amman t en Make Travel Matter at t e raq al Amir Women s Association and admire t eir arts and crafts. Try your and at makin some of your own mementoes before en oyin a lunc re ared by t e women. Continue to Jeras , before returnin to t e seven ills of Amman, w ere toni t we ll Connect With Locals over dinner for an e clusive Be My Guest e erience wit a local family. (B, L, BMG, , ) Onwards to Petra our ourney continues on t e fabled in s i way to visit ount Nebo, w ere oses is buried. ou ll see t e adaba osaic a and ascend to t e Crusader S obak Castle. Arrivin in etra later, you ll oin a Bedouin tribe for dinner. (B, RD) Hotel: Petra Guesthouse Discover Colourful Petra and Scenic Wadi Rum ma ine silk and s ice caravans lyin t eir wares as you Dive Into Culture and enter t e mystical tradin city of etra t rou t e narrow Siq. mer in from t e at , t e stone fa ade of t e Treasury wit its ornate decoration looms a ead. Continue your ourney to Wadi um, w ere you ll c eck in to your lu ury accommodation in Bedouin tents. (B, D, ) Hotel: Mazayen Rum Camp

Farewell Jordan T is mornin , bid farewell to t is e traordinary land. ind out more about your free air ort transfer at trafal ar.com/freetransfers. (B)

Optional Extension to the Dead Sea Extend your holiday and visit the mysterious Dead Sea where you can relax at the resort set in a beautiful landscape. See trafalgar.com for details. Tri code J

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Journey to Amman T is mornin , embark on a desert ee tour, t en return to Amman in time for your arewell inner. (B, FD) Hotel: Landmark Connect Wit ocals WR Welcome Reception B Breakfast

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Cruise or Rail

3 Continents Cruise 10 Days

5 Countries

22 Meals

From A$3758* Past Guest Rated

Combine your passion for ancient history and culture with a relaxing sea voyage to Egypt, reece srael yprus and urkey. ou ll encounter ti eless onders sophisticated seaside ports and the diversity of the Eastern Mediterranean.

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Windmills, Rhodes

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Welcome to Athens At ens is your s rin board to an e citin cruise adventure to t ree continents uro e, Africa and Asia. S end t e day e lorin t e si ts before oinin your fellow travellers on an unfor ettable e erience. Hotel: Marriott

Discover Ancient Athens Ste back in time, oinin a Local Specialist today for a ourney into antiquity. ou ll Dive Into Culture on a uided si tseein tour of t e Acro olis t at will reveal t e wonders of ancient At ens. Admire t e marc of t e curiously clad v one uards at t e Tomb of t e nknown Soldier, t en board your cruise s i for your ourney across t e editerranean. (B, D, )

ela as you ruise to ypt Sail on t e calm waters of t e Ae ean ast t e Greek sles towards t e Nort African coastline. ou ll ave a full day at sea to recover from all of yesterday s si tseein in At ens. (B, L, D) Marvel at the Great Pyramid of Giza As the sun rises we arrive in ort Said. Dive Into Culture on a uided e cursion to t e only remainin Wonder of t e Ancient World, t e Great yramid of Gi a. c an e t e desert landsca e for t e caco ony of Cairo w ere you ll see some of t e city s most famous istoric monuments, before re oinin your cruise in ort Said. (B, L, D, ) Explore Historic Ashdod Sailin east, we arrive in As dod, t e ateway to Ja a, Tel Aviv, Jerusalem and Bet le em. mbark on an tional erience to srael s most famous reli ious si ts and cultural i li ts. lore t e oly landmarks in Jerusalem, includin Tem le ountain, t e Wailin Wall and t e C urc of t e oly Se ulc re, and visit t e birt lace of Jesus C rist, Bet le em. (B, L, D) Connect Wit ocals WR Welcome ece tion B Breakfast

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iscover i rant i assol T e so isticated seaside ort of imassol emer es on t e ori on t is mornin . ou ll ave an afternoon to e lore t e medieval ld Town or stroll alon t e seafront romenade and cobbled streets to t e old fis in arbour. (B, L, D) Admire Remarkable Rhodes We arrive on t e scenic s ores of odes, one of t e most o ular oliday destinations in Greece wit its beautiful beac es and centuries old istory. ou ll ave free time to rela or c oose an tional erience e loration of t e ancient indos Acro olis and Citadel of t e ni ts erc ed i above t e coast and t e quiet villa e of indos below. r oin a walkin tour t rou t e medieval eart of t e N SC listed ld Town of odes. e oin your cruise in time for dinner. (B, L, D) Marvel at the Iconic Ruins of Ephesus We arrive in usadasi, your ateway to t e ancient Greek city of esus. Join an included e cursion to t is N SC World erita e Site, ome to t e Tem le of Artemis. Stroll alon side t e marble colonnades to adrian s Tem le and t e Great T eatre, carved into t e side of t. ion. ater consider s endin some time e lorin t e Turkis seaside settin , before returnin to your s i t is evenin for dinner. (B, L, D)

thens our Way We return to t e Greek ca ital t is mornin and are transferred to our otel, after w ic we ll ave a full day at leisure to e lore on our own or sim ly rela . T is evenin , w y not oin your fellow travel com anions for a rousin celebration to toast to your three-continents journey? (B) Hotel: Marriott

Farewell Athens ur cruise adventure at its end, we bid new friends a fond farewell. ind out more about your free air ort transfer at trafal ar.com/freetransfers. (B)

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Regional Explorer

Scandinavian Northern Lights 9 Days

2 Countries

From A$5150

13 Meals

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Snow, Santa Claus and the fascinating culture of the Sámi people await on this arctic adventure in pursuit of the Northern Lights that dance across the dark winter skies of Finland and Sweden.

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Northern Lights

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Welcome to Helsinki Helsinki kick-starts your hunt for t e mystical Nort ern i ts. n arrival, you ll be transferred to your otel. T ere s time to fres en u before oinin your Local Specialist for a city si tseein tour and Welcome ece tion. (WR) Hotel: Holiday Inn City Centre Journey to Saariselkä Fly north of the Arctic Circle to valo and take a s ort drive to t e enc antin snowy esca e of Saariselk . Bundle u and embrace t e S mi way of life as you Dive Into Culture and board a slei for a ride t rou t e snowy forest. Toni t, if t e sky is clear, you will ave your first o ortunity to marvel at t e Aurora Borealis after dinner at t e otel. (B, D, ) Hotel: Santa’s Tunturi Discover the Siida Sámi Museum elve into t e centuries old traditions and erita e of t e S mi eo le w en you Dive Into Culture and visit t e Siida S mi useum. T is afternoon, you ll want to oin an tional erience usky safari. Watc in wonder as t ese ea er do s race across t e w ite landsca e wit you in tow. (B, )

century stone c urc . Continue to ule , t e lar est city in Swedis a land for an afternoon to s end as you wis . (B) Hotel: Clarion Sense 6

to anta laus illa e and e i isit ovaniemi, t e o icial ometown of Santa Claus. Celebrate t e ma ic of C ristmas w en you Dive Into Culture and s are yuletide reetin s wit Santa at is ost o ice. Toni t in emi, we stay at one of Trafal ar s Stays With Stories w ere we ave anot er o ortunity to view t e Nort ern i ts t rou our otel s iconic lass roofs. (B, D, , ) otel easide lass illas enture to ule in edish apland Bid farewell to inland, bound for Sweden. our first sto is in t e c urc villa e of Gammelstad, N SC listed for its 2 wooden ouses built around an early 5th-

n ards to iruna enture nort to Jokkmokk, ome to an annual winter market w ic as been runnin for 00 years. ater, en oy a uided tour t rou t e tte museum learnin t e story of life and survival in t e demandin nort ern climate. Toni t, Connect With Locals over a truly unique Be My Guest e erience in iruna. ou ll oin a S mi reindeer herder family for a traditional dinner in their Sámi lavvu. (B, BMG, ) Hotel: Scandic Ferrum iruna our Way S end t e day e lorin iruna at your own ace or take t e o tion to embark on an under round mine tour. T is afternoon, maybe visit t e ce otel an tional erience w ic includes a drink at t e ice bar and an ice scul tin e erience. Toni t is your last c ance to catc a lim se of t e Nort ern i ts. (B) n oy tunnin tockhol eave t e Arctic be ind and y to Stock olm. Join your Local Specialist for a city si tseein tour includin a visit to t e City all, w ere Nobel ri e banquets are eld and embark on an tional erience to t e asa useum to view t e world s best reserved th century wars i . Toni t, your ourney in searc of t e Nort ern i ts comes to an end wit a memorable arewell inner. (B, FD) Hotel: Clarion Farewell Stockholm As our journey to see the Nort ern i ts comes to an end, bid a fond farewell to Scandinavia and newfound friends. ind out more about your free air ort transfer at trafal ar.com/ freetransfers. (B)

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Christmas Spectacular

Christmas Markets Get swept up in the magic of Christmas as you visit Europeâ€™s oldest and most enchanting Christmas Markets. From Salzburg to St. Petersburg, youâ€™ll revel in local traditions as you ander through edieval s uares filled ith t inkling lights festive songs and the ar ing notes of mulled wine and gingerbread in the air.

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required for the trip to Russia. Please speak to your travel agent at the time of booking to assess your s ecific requirements. isas cannot be issued at borders in Europe.

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Austrian Christmas Markets

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Christmas Markets of Austria, Germany and Switzerland

7 Days

8 Meals

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DAY Welco e to t. eters ur St. etersbur e tends a warm welcome for a festive so ourn. But first, meet your Travel irector and fellow travellers for a Welcome ece tion and li t dinner before an orientation drive. (WR) Hotel: Courtyard by Marriott Vasilievsky

iscover istoric t. eters ur Join your Local Specialist on a si tseein tour t at will take you ast t e Tsar s re al Winter alace, St. saac s Cat edral and t e rand avenue of Nevsky ros ekt. ncluded is a visit to t e t century eter and aul ortress. ater, Connect With Locals and meet some of t e students of St. etersbur s T eatre. (B, )

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plore the pectacular er ita e useu Cat erine t e Great s c eris ed collection of art takes centre sta e today as we Dive Into Culture and en oy a Small Grou Si tseein visit to t e ermita e useum wit a Local Specialist. S end t e rest of t e day on your own e lorin t e rand boulevards and re al fa ades of t is reat city. (B, ) ourney y i h peed rain to osco Tuck into a earty breakfast of ussian fare before embarkin on a i s eed train to oscow. ollow t e im osin red walls of t e remlin on t is e loration of ussia s olitical, economic, reli ious and financial ub. (B) otel arriott verskaya n oy osco s tunnin hrist as arkets An enc antin winter wonderland awaits as we admire t e more t an 00 da lin li t installations t at illuminate t e city for its annual C ristmas i t festival. Stroll t rou city squares t at come alive wit C ristmas market stalls, t en oin a Local Specialist on a si tseein tour to see t e vibrant fa ade of St. Basil s Cat edral and visit t e remlin. (B)

osco our Way S end your full day at leisure discoverin t e victories and tra edies t at ave s a ed t is ma nificent city. Consider oinin an tional erience to Ser iyev osad, t e lar est reli ious and cultural centre in ussia. ater, you ll oin new friends for a arewell inner. (B, FD)

are ell osco or now it s time to say a fond do svidaniya to two reat ussian cities. ind out more about your free air ort transfer at trafal ar.com/freetransfers. (B)

Welcome to Vienna Write your very own C ristmas story on a festive foray be innin in ienna. eet your Travel irector and fellow travellers later for an orientation drive and Welcome ece tion wit drinks and a li t meal. (WR) Hotel: Hilton Danube Waterfront

iscover ienna s pectacular hrist as arkets Join your Local Specialist for a si tseein tour of t e Austrian ca ital, from its arliament and City all, to t e rand State era ouse and ofbur alace. We feed our C ristmas s irit wit a visit to t e enc antin Christkindlmarkt t is afternoon and feast on delicious in erbread and gl i . (B)

Journey to Munich enture alon t e scenic anube alley to o art s beloved Sal bur , w ere we ll Dive Into Culture wit a Local Specialist on a walkin tour to see t e irabell Gardens and ot er si ts t at featured in t e Sound of usic . ater, travel to unic . (B, D, ) Hotel: Holiday Inn Westpark

n oy avarian unich s a ical hrist as Markets Bundle u warmly for an orientation tour of one of Germany s liveliest cities. mbrace t e festive c eer in arien lat wit its ornate Glockens iel. T en, s end t e rest of your day at unic s C ristmas market a da lin dis lay of twinklin li ts and a ma nificent C ristmas tree. (B)

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to nns ruck Travel t rou Bavaria to berammer au, w ic osts t e assion lay every ten years. Admire t e villa e s intricate woodcarvin s and elaborate frescoes before continuin to nnsbruck and maybe try delicious Kiachl dou nuts at t e bustlin C ristmas market. (B, D) Hotel: Grauer BĂ¤r Venture to Lucerne A winter wonderland beckons as we see t e ski um t at towers over nnsbruck. Continue to adu to view its turreted castle t en ead to ucerne for an orientation tour and si ts of t e sad ion of ucerne and famous wooden C a el Brid e. (B) Hotel: Astoria plore ucerne s estive litterin i hts Embrace t e uletide c eer in true Swiss s irit durin a visit to ucerne s C ristmas market. amble ast traditional wooden stalls, a warm mu of l i in and. Toni t, we celebrate our ma ical ourney to et er durin an e clusive Be My Guest e erience and arewell inner filled wit C ristmas c eer as you Connect With Locals in t eir ome. (B, BMG, ) Journey Home We bid a festive farewell to our travel com anions, returnin ome wit ma ical C ristmas memories. ind out more about your free air ort transfer at trafal ar.com/freetransfers. (B)

Welcome to Frankfurt Tame your festive wanderlust on t is ma ical ourney t at be ins in rankfurt. After c eckin in, oin your Travel irector on an orientation tour before a Welcome ece tion wit drinks and a li t meal. (WR) otel heraton en ach

enture to ure er n t e medieval walled town of ot enbur , you ll en oy an orientation walk ast icture erfect alf timbered ouses and t e ld Town all. Continue to Nurember wit its mi ty ram arts and visit t e famous Christkindlesmarkt w ere t e famous g m l rune men ose in all t eir C ristmas s lendour. (B, D) otel on ress ercure

to Wei ar mbrace undreds of years of festive s irit at t e isenac C ristmas market eld in t e N SC World erita e Wartbur Castle. Ne t on our C ristmas wis list is rfurt s medieval market its Weinachtspyramiden is t e ateway to delicious aromas of in erbread and e unc . ur final sto on our festive foray today is Weimar. ( Sat/Sun only). (B, D) Hotel: Leonardo

Journey to Dresden Travel to resden, t e lorence on t e lbe. S end t e day admirin t e ma nificent restoration of a city t at was all but destroyed durin World War . otel ull an e a

Discover the Festive Atmosphere at Dresden Christmas Markets Germany s C ristmas traditions take centre sta e today as we Dive Into Culture and wander t rou resden s Strie elmarkt, Germany s oldest C ristmas market. (B, )

d ire a ical eip i and on to erlin Take a tri back in time at ei i s C ristmas market as you savour t e scents of l gi wine and admire t e traditional crafts. (B) Hotel: Sheraton Grand Esplanade

Explore Berlin Ascend undreds of metres into t e air and admire 3 0 views of t e city from t e Berlin T Tower. our Local Specialist will s are insi ts into old ast and West Berlin durin a si tseein tour includin t e Brandenbur Gate, nter den inden Boulevard, t e eic sta buildin and urf rstendamm. S end your final evenin at an e clusive Be My Guest e erience and arewell inner as you Connect With Locals in t eir ome. (B, BMG, )

are ell to er any Bid a festive farewell to new friends as you return ome filled wit ma ical memories. ind out more about your free air ort transfer at trafal ar.com/freetransfers. (B)

Christmas Spectaculars

Festive St. Petersburg and Moscow

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Land of the Gods 13 Days

2 Countries

25 Meals

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i lical encounter a aits on this epic ourney that ill see you visit the ld ity of erusale ethlehe s hurch of the ativity and the ose ed city of etra.

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Welco e to el viv n arrival in Tel Aviv, you will be met and transferred to your otel. T is evenin , oin your Travel Director and fellow travellers for a Welcome Reception. (WR) Hotel: Dan Panorama Journey to Sea of Galilee our day be ins at t e old ort of Ja a. Continue to Caesarea, built by erod t e Great, t en travel to e ido. our final sto is ount Carmel w ere li a confronted t e ro ets of Baal. (B, D) Hotel: Nof Ginosar Explore Capernaum and the Mount of Beatitudes Sail on t e Sea of Galilee and see t e Jesus Boat before visitin t e 2nd century syna o ue at Ca ernaum. Sto at Tab a, t en visit t e C urc of ulti lication and t e ount of Beatitudes. (B, D)

iscover erusale mbark on a walkin tour of Jerusalem s ld Town. Ascend t e ount of lives, t en stroll t rou t e Garden of Get semane. isit t e Jewis uarter and view t e Western Wall. ater, walk t e Station of t e Cross to t e C urc of t e oly Sepulchre. (B, D)

On to Nazareth and Jerusalem See w ere Jesus turned water into wine and t en t e C urc of t e Annunciation. iew Gideon s S rin and later visit Beit S e an. (B, D) Hotel: Dan

ross llen y rid e to ordan Cross t e border to Jordan and meet your Jordanian Travel irector. isit t e Bet any Beyond Jordan ut eran C urc , t e site of Jesus ba tism before continuin to Amman. (B, D) Hotel: Landmark ncover the reasures of an and ra al ir mbark on a city tour of Amman. T en Make Travel Matter at t e raq al Amir Women s Association and en oy a meal re ared by t e women. Continue to t e ancient city of Jeras , before returnin to Amman to Connect With Locals and enjoy a traditional Be My Guest e erience and dinner wit a Jordanian family. (B, L, BMG, , ) ay plorin ount e o ada a and ho ak Castle ollow t e in s i way and visit ount Nebo. See t e adaba osaic a before ascendin to t e Crusader S obak Castle. Arrivin in etra later, you ll oin a Bedouin tribe for dinner. (B, RD, ) Hotel: Hayat Zaman

Venture to Bethlehem Drive to Ein Karem to visit the C urc of t e isitation. See t e ead Sea Scrolls, t en ourney to Bet le em w ere your Local Specialist will uide you t rou t e C urc of t e Nativity. (B, D)

ake in the a nificent etra and ontinue to Wadi Rum Dive Into Culture today at etra. nter t e city t rou t e Siq and see t e ma nificent 0 metre fa ade of t e Treasury. Continue your ourney to Wadi um, w ere you ll c eck in to your lu ury accommodation in Bedouin tents. (B, D, ) Hotel: Mazayen Rum Camp

to d ire the asada ortress and the ead ea n your drive to Jeric o, you ll see w ere t e ead Sea Scrolls were discovered. Continue to t e cli to fortress of asada. T en, e lore t e e cavations of erod s alace wit some free time to oat in t e ead Sea. (B, D)

arvel at esert andscapes hen eturn to Amman mbark on a ee tour t rou t e desert, t en return to Amman for a arewell inner wit your travel companions. (B, FD) Hotel: Landmark

Farewell Amman our s iritual ourney t rou two oly lands comes to an end t is mornin . ind out more about your free air ort transfer at trafal ar.com/freetransfers. (B)

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Days of Devotion 12 Days

3 Countries

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Trace the paths of pilgrims to some of Europe's most important and sacred religious centres – a spiritual journey to Lourdes, Santiago de Compostela and Fátima, with an opportunity to attend Mass.

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Welcome to Barcelona Meet your Travel Director and fellow travel com anions t is evenin for a Welcome Reception and orientation of the city. (WR) Hotel: Senator plore ustlin arcelona S end t e mornin e lorin Barcelona in t e com any of your Local Specialist. Dive Into Culture and see the fairy-tale façades of La Sagrada Família. The rest of the day is yours to explore. (B, ) Journey to Ancient Carcassone We journey north to t e fortified city of Carcassonne. Join a Local Specialist and view t e Cit . inner is at your otel t is evenin . (B, D) Hotel: Mercure Porte de la Cité Onwards to Lourdes Journey to ourdes, t e lobal centre of t e arian il rima e. As t e sun sets, oin your fellow il rims and Dive Into Culture for the movin Torc li t rocession. Join believers from all over t e world in sin in t e Ave aria of ourdes. (B, ) Hotel: Mercure Impérial ee the Wondrous i hts in ourdes Attend Sunday ass, t en trace t e story of Saint Bernadette of ourdes, w o witnessed t e arian a aritions of t e mmaculate Conce tion. A Local Specialist will accom any you on a visit to St. Bernadette s Grotto. (B) to ncover the reasures of ur os Continue to Bur os w ere you ll meet your Local Specialist for a si tseein tour of it s t e medieval centre and visit t e N SC listed Cat edral of Saint ary of Bur os. n oy dinner toni t at a local restaurant. (B, RD) Hotel: NH Collection Palacio Connect Wit ocals WR Welcome Reception B Breakfast

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il ri a e to antia o de o postela Follow in t e footste s of Saint James, crossin t e S anis Nort to Santia o de Com ostela. n arrival, your Travel irector will rovide a brief orientation of t e city. T is evenin , you ave an o ortunity to attend il rim s ass. (B) Hotel: Eurostars San Lázaro

iscover antia o de o postela Join a Local Specialist t is mornin for a si tseein tour w ic includes a visit to t e Cat edral of Santia o de Com ostela, t e end of t e Camino de Santia o. n oy dinner at our otel t is evenin . (B, D)

Venture to Fátima Journey sout to t e Cat olic il rima e site of tima. T is evenin you ll oin wors i ers from all over t e world at an evenin Rosary. (B) Hotel: Fátima

Fátima Your Way Take t e tima Tourist Train (tickets included) to t e tiny villa e of Al ustrel, w ere t e t ree s e erds once lived, to see t eir umble ome. (B)

Continue to Colourful Lisbon A s ort ourney t is mornin sees us arrive in isbon. ou ll meet a Local Specialist who will accompany us on a drive to Bel m. ou ll see t e onument to t e iscoveries and t e Bel m Tower before embarkin on a visit to the exquisite 15th-century Hieronymite Monastery. After a day of si tseein , we Connect With Locals oinin a ortu uese family for an e clusive Be My Guest experience and Farewell Dinner. (B, BMG, ) Hotel: Neya Lisboa Farewell Lisbon Say farewell to newfound friends after a memorable s iritual ourney. ind out more about your free air ort transfer at trafal ar.com/freetransfers. (B)

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12 COUNTRIES

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Enchanting Emerald Isle 4.7

Castles and Manors

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Ste into t is most enc anting of reland tri s, revealing w at life is like on t e island. Breat e in t e fres Galway air and wander t e ower scented gardens of Kylemore Abbey before dinner in the O'Connells' home to learn all about the ‘lost' town of Newtown Jerpoint.

T is grand reland castle tri is fit for royalty, including lavis stays in t e homes of Irish nobility. You'll travel to Kildare and learn all about the racehorses of Ireland, visit the Ring of Kerry and watch how delicate marble is carved in Connemara.

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Iconic Ireland and Ashford Castle

Shamrocks and Leprechauns 4.7

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A favourite Ireland trip for families combining happy travels with the luck of the Irish. Find your own pot of gold at the end of the rainbow, cuddling sheep on t e Wild Atlantic Way. ver wondered if boats can y See it first and in Foynes, all with no schoolbooks in sight.

Explore iconic Ireland and Ashford Castle, the former famous home of earls, rinces and t e famous Guinness family. See Connemara s wild and windswe t beauty, let t e wind w i you u at t e Cli s of o er and admire 40 shades of green circling the Ring of Kerry.

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Castles and Kilts /5

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SCOTLAND

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Llangollen

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Oxford 3

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LONDON

BATH

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Including: London, Bath, Ruthin Castle, Lancaster and Edinburgh This blockbuster family adventure is not your usual England and Scotland trip. From living life as a Roman soldier at Hadrian's Wall to crossing a moat to a 13 th-century Welsh castle for a medieval stay, the whole family will love this exciting experience.

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London and Paris Explorer 4.6

London Eye and Big Ben

Amsterdam Explorer

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Versailles

9 Days • 2 Countries • 11 meals

6 Days • 1 Country • 8 meals

Experience all the main icons of two great cities on this London and Paris trip. Enjoy an in-depth discovery of London with a side visit to Windsor, Bath, and the mystical giants of Stonehenge. It's just a hop across the pond to Paris to explore, dine and live like a local as you soak up its joie de vivre.

Explore the photogenic Dutch capital and iconic sights beyond its canals on this in-depth Amsterdam trip. You'll feast with the locals, see how they carve t eir sturdy clogs and e erience first and t e enduring symbols of Holland, from windmills to cheese.

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Great Iberian Cities 4.6

Sound of Music

4.8

SPAIN

BARCELONA

GERMANY

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PORTUGAL

MUNICH

Toledo

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Wachau Valley

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9 Days • 2 Countries • 12 meals

Blaze a trail on this exhilarating Spain and Portugal trip, as you travel from Gaudí's Barcelona to Portugal's 'Golden Age of Discoveries' in Lisbon. See the tomb of Columbus, admire great works in the Prado Museum and enjoy sweet sangria in Andalusia.

The perfect travel experience for lovers of the outdoors and history, this trip inspired by the Sound of Music brings the beauty of the Alps and familiar views from the silver screen to life. You'll hear all the stories of Bavaria and beyond spending quality time with locals.

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Best of Norway 4.4

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Geilo

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OSLO

9 Days • 1 Country • 14 meals

Including: Oslo, Hardangerfjord, Bergen, Songnefjord, Geiranger and Lillehammer Ease into the simplicity of life and a relaxing travel experience on the banks of the king and queen of the fjords. There's not a troll in sight on this Norway trip. Myths and legends aside, you'll visit a winter Olympics hub, the fairy-tale city of Bergen, and continental Europe's largest glacier.

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Booking Conditions

Very Important: The information below is a summary of the booking conditions as at the date of the production of this brochure and are for guidance only. T e ull Booking Conditions can be found at trafalgar.com/bookingconditions and form t e legal agreement between us and you as our guest. f t ere is any con ict between t e information below and t e ull Booking Conditions, t e ull Booking Conditions shall prevail. Booking Conditions are regularly updated and may have changed since this brochure was printed. Summary Booking And Cancellation Terms Level 1

Level 2

Level 3

Oberammergau

Additional Air Tickets

Extra Accommodations No additional deposit required

Chargeable Transfers No additional deposit required

Deposit due per person on booking

$200

A$350

A$500

A$770

As per airline policy

Final Payment Due (before departure)

60 days

90 days

120 days

90 Days

As per airline policy

In accordance with guided holiday

Cancellation Charges Per person if you cancel 120 days and over

Deposit

A$35 plus airline charges

A$35

119-90 days

Deposit

30%

Deposit

A$35 plus airline charges

A$35

60%

100 % of Oberammergau supplement + 30% A$35 plus airline charges of land only price excl. Oberammergau

A$35

Higher of A$35 or 25% of accommodations price

Higher of A$35 or 25% of transfer price Higher of A$35 or 30% of transfer price

89-60 days

Deposit

30%

59-16 days

30%

60%

90%

100 % of Oberammergau supplement + 30% A$35 plus airline charges of land only price excl. Oberammergau

15-8 days

50%

90%

100%

100 % of Oberammergau supplement + 50% A$35 plus airline charges of land only price excl. Oberammergau

Higher of A$35 or 30% of accommodations price

7-1 days

90%

100%

100 % of Oberammergau supplement + 90% A$35 plus airline charges of land only price excl. Oberammergau

Departure Day/No show

100%

100 %

100% of accommodations price 100% of accommodations price

A$35 plus airline charges

100% of transfer price 100% of transfer price

Level 1: Cancellation fees are the minimum cancellation fee charged and is used unless the trip is described as Level 2 or 3. Level 2: T ese tri s are listed trafalgar.com/bookingconditions but are generally tri s w ic include cruise/ferry, train or intra tri ig t elements Level 3: Cancellation fees to apply Antarctic Peninsula Cruise - Land of Penguins and Icebergs We o er Gold Seal rotection w ic may reduce your cancellation fees, lease see m ortant nformation trafalgar.com/gold seal rotection for details of t e Gold Seal rotection.

Your Holiday Booking

For the purposes of this document reference to “you” or “your” includes all guests in t e arty. Trafalgar Tours (A ST) T td is t e Sales Com any. T e erator for t e tri s will be as described in t e table below. Collectively t ese com anies are referred to as Trafalgar. Destination

Operator

Europe and Britain, Africa, Asia Trafalgar Tours Limited Security Security is a ma or concern to all of us and t e situation globally is constantly changing. Events around the world, coupled with the “Travel Advisories” put out by various governments, may at times necessitate changes to the accommodations and itinerary or even tri cancellation. ou must acce t t ese risks involved in travel to any country that may experience security di iculties and acce t res onsibility for your own travel decisions. Travel Insurance: Travel insurance is required for all guests covering all applicable dates of travel with Trafalgar. This insurance must cover tri interru tion, ersonal in ury, medical e enses, evacuation and repatriation cover including during pandemic events. COVID-19: An inherent risk of exposure to COVID-19 exists in any public place where people are present. COVID-19 is an extremely contagious disease that can lead to severe illness and death. According to the WHO senior citizens and guests with underlying medical conditions are especially vulnerable. We ask that you please take personal responsibility for your wellbeing. This begins with packing any personal protective equipment and sanitisers you require. Please adopt physical distancing and hygiene practices throughout your pre-trip travel arrangements and follow all health instructions whether physical signage, or requests from our rofessional sta , once you are olidaying wit us. To travel with Trafalgar, you voluntarily assume all risks related to exposure to COVID-19. Full details of hygiene protocols can be found on our website. Force Majeure orce a eure vent means any event or circumstance beyond the control of Trafalgar, including but not limited to: (a) an act of god (suc as eart quake, ood, fire, e losion, landslide, lig tning, action of the elements, force of nature, washout, typhoon, hurricane, cyclone, tsunami, storm or storm warning or natural disaster); (b) industrial dis utes, work ban or ot er labour dis ute or di iculty (c) acts of terrorism, political unrest, war or threat of war, riots or civil strife; (d) failure or delays to scheduled transportation and the closure of airports or ports; (e) pandemic, epidemic or health risk; (f) governmental and administrative actions (including closure of borders and travel warnings and restrictions).

Reservations And Payments

our tri will be confirmed after recei t of a non refundable de osit as detailed in t e Summary Booking and Cancellation Terms table. Air-inclusive bookings may require an additional non-refundable deposit or payment in full at the time of booking, see Air Arrangements section below. Final payment for your trip reservation will be due prior to de arture no later t an as detailed in t e Summary Booking and Cancellation Terms table.

Booking Changes

Name Changes: Trafalgar does not charge for name changes or name corrections, however where third party costs are incurred these will be passed on to the guest. Other Booking Changes: Trafalgar does not charge for minor booking

changes however where third party costs are incurred these will be assed on to t e guest. A c ange of tri date or itinerary after final ayment is due (see Summary Booking and Cancellation table) of departure date will be treated as a cancellation.

Cancellations And Refunds

Cancellation by Traveller: Travel arrangements for any member of the party may be cancelled at any time by written notice by the person who made the booking. If notice of cancellation is received by Trafalgar before final ayment is due (see Summary Booking and Cancellation table), the deposit will be retained. If cancellation is made after final ayment is due cancellation fees will a ly (see Summary Booking and Cancellation table). lease also refer to Air Cancellation Section w ere a licable. All cancellations fees as er t e Summary Booking and Cancellation table are additional to any cancellation fees or other charges that may be levied by your Travel Agent. Gold Seal rotection remiums are non refundable. Cancellation by Trafalgar: Trafalgar reserves the right, to modify or cancel any trip (definite or not), accommodation, in-destination activity or arrangement at any time. Cancellation due to Failure to Pay. If full payment is not received by t e due date (see Summary Booking and Cancellation table), Trafalgar has the right to cancel your reservation and no refund will be made . Trafalgar will not be responsible for lost reservations. Cancellation due to Force Majeure Events. If Trafalgar cancels a tri as a result of a orce a eure vent, a future travel credit ( TC) to the value of funds paid to date less any third-party costs incurred will be provided. All FTCs will be valid for 24 months from date of issue. W ere a tri is terminated mid tri due to a orce a eure event, if we provide you with any alternative services or assistance (such as hotels or travel) then you agree to pay for these costs. Cancellation due to Events other than Force Majeure Events. If the cancellation by Trafalgar is not as a result of a orce a eure vent, Trafalgar will provide an alternative comparable trip (if available) if an alternative is not available then a refund will be made. Trafalgar is not liable for any cancellation or change cost or penalties incurred on ot er travel arrangements, including air travel, t at may be a ected thereby. Trafalgar is not responsible for other travel arrangements that you or your party have made outside Trafalgar and which are a ected by our cancellations.

Oberammergau And Passion Play

All berammergau inclusive oliday rices are sub ect to c ange including, but not limited to, hotels, meals, sightseeing inclusions, itineraries, transfers and transportation. No Book Early savings nor any other discounts are applicable to the Oberammergau portion of the trip. Deposit protection guarantee is not available on trips including Oberammergau. Trafalgar has secured hotel accommodation either in Oberammergau or close by in the picturesque villages of the Bavarian Alps. Please note that single and triple rooms are not available for the berammergau stay. Solo travellers and tri le s are guests will be matched and accommodated in a twin/double room with a fellow solo Trafalgar traveller (of the same gender) for the duration of the stay. All services in Oberammergau are provided by a local agent, and hotel details will be advised by the Travel Director during the tri . N T W ere berammergau s ecific terms and conditions con ict wit t ose for olidays e cluding berammergau, t e s ecific Oberammergau terms and conditions shall prevail.

Flight Reservations, Deposits And Cancellations

Reservations/ Ticketing: Air-inclusive bookings and some intratri ig ts require an additional non refundable de osit or full payment may be required for your airfare at the time of booking. On receipt of full air payment your airfare, taxes and fuel surcharges are final. Trafalgar does not old an allocation of air seats and all ig t reservations are made on request and are sub ect to t e terms and conditions of t e airline. C anges to ig t itineraries and name changes and/or corrections may either not be allowed or may result in enalties c arged by t e airline. T ese are t e guest s responsibility along with the fees charged as described above. Air Changes or Cancellation After de osit as been received any changes, including cancellations incur a service fee, plus any airline penalties. Airline imposed penalties may be up to 100% of the air ticket price. Published Fares, Priced Match Fares, Promo Fares and some other airfares booked are non-refundable. Not showing up for your outbound ig t as booked and ticketed will be considered a no s ow, and all t e connecting ig ts associated wit t is one, even a return ig t will be cancelled and no refund will a ly.

Financial Protection

We provide full financial protection for our package holidays.

Trafalgar has been running trips for since 1947 and is a member of the Australian Federation of Travel Agents (AFTA). The members include all t e ma or tour o erators w o are financially bonded for your security and who maintain the highest standards. With the guarantees of these organisations, you know your trip and money are secure with Trafalgar.

Sales Company

T A A GA T S (A ST) T T (ABN 73 000 717 715) Travel ouse, evel 2, 35 Grafton Street, Bondi Junction, N.S.W. 2022 Telephone Numbers: S etro area (02) 5 3333 All other areas 1 300 78 78 78 Fax: (02) 9657 3456 License No: 2TA00 1889

Operators

Trafalgar Tours imited, Travel ouse, ue du anoir, St eter ort, Guernsey, G 2J T e Trafalgar grou of com anies as arketing/Sales/ Administrative o ices/agents in Australia, Brazil, Brunei, Canada, C ina, Guernsey, ong ong, ndia, ndonesia, srael, nited ingdom, reland, Ja an, alaysia, yanmar, New ealand, ili ines, Singa ore, Sout Africa, Sout orea, Sri anka, Swit erland, Taiwan, T ailand and t e SA. This brochure supersedes any other prior brochure on the market. See back cover for broc ure version and rint date.

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Ways to save

Deposit Protection Book with confidence, thanks to our deposit protection included with every booking. S ould your lans c ange, and you cancel your booking before final ayment is due, you ll receive a credit of A 200 er erson, to use toward your future travel plans.

Gold Seal Travel Protection Trafalgar’s Gold Seal Protection (GSP) plan costs only A$99 per person. Exclusively available at time of deposit, GSP gives you the additional peace of mind should your plans change. Here's what is covered:

Before your holiday

On your holiday

GS allows you to cancel your Trafalgar holiday for any reason without penalty prior to 30 days from your Australian departure date.

Should your holiday be interrupted and you leave at any time during the tri due to ersonal illness or in ury or be required to return to Australia because of t e serious in ury, illness or death of an immediate family member^:

f no orce a eure vent as occurred when you cancel, the value of your Trafalgar oliday re payment** will be refunded; or if a orce a eure vent does occur causing you to cancel, the Trafalgar oliday re ayment will be converted to a uture Travel Credit ( TC) of t e same value. T e TC may be redeemed against the cost of a new holiday provided by Trafalgar or one of our Travel Corporation sister brands, departing at any time wit in 2 mont s of your cancellation but is not redeemable for cas . f t e new tri or de arture is more e ensive t an t e TC you are res onsible for t e di erence in rice if the new trip or departure is less e ensive t an t e TC, a new TC will be issued for t e di erence. Airline travel costs and any related cancellation or rebooking costs are not covered by t e Gold Seal Protection Plan. lease note t at t e Gold Seal rotection lan cost is not refundable for any reason. Travel Agent fees and cancellation costs may apply. Trafalgar oliday re ayment means all monies paid to Trafalgar in respect of land arrangements only.

(a) you will be refunded A 0 er person/ per day for the unused portion of the holiday. Please note t at in some cases otels require a nig t cancellation fee. (b) Trafalgar will ay t e additional cost of airline travel for earlier or later return to Australia in the same class of air travel on t e first available ig t, provided the original return air tickets were booked through Trafalgar from Australia on Trafalgar’s recommended airline. A medical certificate is required to qualify for t is oliday interru tion and return ig t security rovision. orce a eure vent means any event or circumstance beyond Trafalgar’s control, including but not limited to an act of God (suc as eart quake, ood, fire, e losion, landslide, lig tning, action of the elements, force of nature, washout, typhoon, hurricane, tsunami, storm or storm warning or natural disaster) industrial dis utes, work ban or ot er labour dis ute or di iculty acts of terrorism, olitical unrest, war or threat of war, riots or civil strife; closure of airports or ports; pandemic, epidemic or health risk; governmental and administrative actions (including closure of borders and travel warning and restrictions). mmediate amily means a arent, sibling or c ild.

Book Early & Save Up To 10%*

Book With Others & Save Up To 10%

when you pay in full for your 2021 holiday by 17 December, 2020.

For young travellers 5-17, and triple share.

Book Again & Save Up To 5%

For our valued past VITs (Very Important Travellers).

Share A Room & Save

Multi-Trip Save up to 2.5%

To avoid extra costs, we can pair you in a shared room with a guest of the same gender.

When you book two or more trips.

Register for your trip You’ll unlock your ‘e-docs’ & support a greener future Once you've booked, register for your trip on my.trafalgar.com/register, and share your travel references. ou ll also gain access to your e travel documents 2 3 weeks rior to departure. Thanks to travelling paper free, we will plant a tree in your honour, with our partner One Tree lanted. ou will be making a di erence and supporting the restoration of devastated bus fire land across Australia.

Pay Early Savings Conditions: *Per person Twin Share. These Early Payment Discount savings of 10% apply to the land portion of selected holidays and departures. See itinerary pages. Can be combined wit ot er discounts, w ere a licable. ay your de osit w en booking and t e balance by t e date s own. er is sub ect to availability, e clusions may a ly and t e o er may be wit drawn at any time wit out notice. Trafalgar also o ers a .5 discount if you book ay in full by 25 ebruary, 202 . C eck t e dates section of t e tri on line at trafalgar.com for current savings availability. General Conditions: iscounts and savings only a ly to t e land ortion of your oliday and may not be available on all tri s and de artures. Not a licable wit e tra nig ts accommodation, o tional e tensions, airfares, ta es and fees, ig t su lements, surc arges, air ort transfers and does not a ly on any internal air ortion of a tri . Sometimes more t an one discount can a ly. T e clusive o ers are only available on select tri s and de artures after your initial tri is com leted. Savings are a lied to t e ig er riced of two tri s, if you book two at once. ulti tri wit two or more tri s a lies to olidays booked simultaneously, must be seven days or longer, savings are a lied to lowest rice tri , not available on our srael, Jordan and gy t tri s or cruises. or ulti tri Grou discounts to a ly t ey must be booked at t e same time, on t e same booking number, Grou iscount is not available on our Greek sland o er. Grou s are not available on some train olidays and our srael tri . S ecial ate Solo ooming discount is combinable wit our Grou Travel discount but is on a request basis. oung Travellers limited to one discount er room (two for amily eriences) w en accom anying an adult. oung travellers must be aged 5 at time of travel and discount is not available on our srael, Jordan and gy t tri s or cruises. Tri le rooms are suitable for two adults and one c ild (t ree adults may find rooms too small as t ey often ave one double and one foldaway bed and limited suitcase s ace). Tri le rooms are limited on cruises and not available on all tri s. uad rooms are available on our amily erience olidays and are suitable for two adults and two c ildren (bot aged or younger). S ared rooming will be accommodated in non smoking twin rooms and is not a licable on our train olidays, ondon, aris, Amsterdam City lorers, srael, Jordan, Greece tri s and amily eriences. olidays ave a limited number of single rooms. Solo travel is not acce ted on our amily erience olidays unless travelling as art of a family grou . e osit rotection credit cannot be used as a de osit against your future booking and can only be used as a credit against your final ayment. nly one credit per person can be applied to each booking. Cancellation fees and deadlines remain unchanged.

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