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2 People Breakfast Swiss Pass Excursions

Brussels, Black Forest, Rhine Falls, Mount Titlis, Lucerne, Venice, Florence, Rome, Pisa, Nice, Paris

9 Nights / 10 Days Tour
01 Day One: London – Dover - Ferry – Calais – Brussels – Mannheim / Frankfurt area

Welcome to the first day of your tour! This morning, at the check-in point, meet your Tour Manager and join the coach for a leisurely drive to Dover port, to board the ferry for the short channel crossing to Calais. Upon arrival, we proceed through Belgium. We first visit the city of Brussels, where on our orientation tour we see the Grand Place and the Mannekin Pis statue. Continuing our drive, we reach our overnight stop and check into our hotel. (Dinner)

02 Day Two: Mannheim / Frankfurt area - Black Forest – Rhine Falls - Switzerland

Joining the autobahn we enter into the enchanting Black Forest region, where you will marvel at the timeless serenity and unparalleled scenery around you. Our first stop is at scenic Lake Titisee where you have time to shop for cuckoo clocks. Continuing our drive, we pass through small idyllic villages before crossing the Swiss border. We stop at Schaffhausen, to visit the majestic Rhine Falls. Later we check into our hotel for a two nights stay. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

03 Day Three: Switzerland: Mount Titlis - Lucerne

Driving through the Swiss alpine region and the winding mountain roads to the valley of Engelberg, we start our ascent to board the world’s first revolving cable car, reaching the peak of 10,000 feet and the highest viewpoint in central Switzerland – Mount Titlis (weather permitting). Visit the Glacier Grotto or enjoy a breathtaking panorama from the sun terrace. In the afternoon, we begin our descent, passing melting glaciers and majestic waterfalls. Later we visit the town of Lucerne, to see the Chapel Bridge and the Lion Monument. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

04Day Four: Switzerland – Venice / Padova area

Driving south through the Gotthard tunnel, we pass spectacular scenery around the lake regions of Lugano and Como. Welcome to Italy! We continue on the autostradas to Venice, the city of unparalleled beauty and romantic gondolas. Our tour starts with a boat ride to St. Mark’s Square – the most elegant square in the world, to see the Bridge of Sighs, the Doges Palace and Basilica di San Marco. Here we also have a chance to watch the Venetian glass blowers at work. Late evening we check into our hotel. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

05 Day Five: Venice / Padova area – Florence - Rome

Today we depart for Florence. Watch the amazing scenery change as we cross the Appennines and the gentle hilly countryside of Tuscany to reach Florence. On arrival, we visit Piazzale Michelangelo to enjoy one of the best views of this renaissance city across the River Arno. Later we continue our journey to the ‘Eternal City’, where we check into our hotel for a two-night stay. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

06 Day Six: Rome

This morning, you have free time or join the Optional excursion – Visit to Sistine Chapel, where we meet our local guide who will show us the splendours of the Vatican Museums, including the Sistine Chapel. Later, with the local guide, we will all visit St. Peter’s Basilica, a renaissance masterpiece. In the afternoon, we take in other ancient sights - Piazza Venezia, the Roman Forum, which was the political centre of the Roman Empire, Colosseum, Circus Maximus, and the spectacular Trevi Fountain, where you may make a wish. Later you have some free time for shopping. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

07 Day Seven: Rome - Pisa – San Remo area

Today we depart for Pisa, where we visit the Field of Miracles. Marvel at the marble Cathedral in the Pisan Romanesque style, the Baptistery, and one of the wonders of the world, the legendary Leaning Tower. Continuing, we drive past spectacular scenery along the Ligurian Sea and arrive at the Italian Riviera region, where you check into your hotel. After dinner, you may either rest in your hotel or join the Optional excursion – Monte Carlo by Night Tour. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

08 Day Eight: San Remo area – Nice - Lyon

This morning, we visit a French Perfumery to see a demonstration of how French perfumes are made. Later we visit Nice, where we see the main sights, including the Flower Market and the Promenade des Anglais, a sea-front avenue. Proceeding, we drive through the Provence of Cezanne and Van Gogh onto the Lyon area where we check into our hotel for an overnight stay. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

09 Day Nine: Lyon – Paris

Today we depart for Paris, one of the most exciting and popular cities of Europe, renowned for its fashion, perfumes, and of course French Champagne and wines. Later, we proceed for a Paris by Night Tour. On our tour we will see the main sights illuminated. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

10 Day Ten: Paris – Calais - Ferry – Dover – London

This morning, we will be introduced to the main sights of this beautiful city: Hotel des Invalides, Arc de Triomphe, Champs Elysees, Place de la Concorde, and the Opera. We then visit the third floor (**) of the Eiffel Tower to witness a spectacular panoramic view of the city. Later enjoy an amazing cruise on the River Seine - admire the spectacular facades from your covered boat. Early afternoon we depart and journey north for Calais to board the ferry for the return crossing. On arrival at Dover port, we proceed to London, where the tour ends, and its time to say farewell to the friends you have made on tour. (Breakfast, Lunch) Note (**): The reservation to visit the Eiffel Tower is subject to availability, and could be to the 2nd / 3rd Floor.

Highlights
  • BRUSSELS:Orientation Tour including the Grand Place and Mannekin Pis
  • BRUSSELS:Orientation Tour including the Grand Place and Mannekin Pis
  • BLACK FOREST: Visit Lake Titisee, scenic drive
  • SWITZERLAND:See the Rhine Falls, cable car ride to Mount Titlis and visit to Lucerne
  • VENICE:Boat ride to St. Mark’s Square, visit St. Mark’s Square - see the Bridge of Sighs, Doges Palace and the Basilica di San Marco
  • FLORENCE:View of the city from Piazzale Michelangelo
  • ROME: Guided City Tour including a visit to St. Peter’s Basilica, see Piazza Venezia, the Colosseum and Trevi Fountain
  • PISA:: See the Leaning Tower and Square of Miracles
  • ITALIAN RIVIERA: Scenic drive
  • FRENCH RIVIERA:Visit French Perfumery and Nice
  • PARIS:Orientation Tour of Paris, visit to third floor (**) of the Eiffel Tower and River Seine Cruise
Our Price Includes
  • 9 nights in a First Class Hotel with private facilities
  • 9 Vegetarian Buffet Breakfasts, 9 Indian Vegetarian Lunches (Hot / Packed) and 9 Indian Vegetarian / Non Vegetarian Dinners
  • Meal Plan is indicated at the bottom of your daily Itinerary: Breakfast, Indian Vegetarian / Non Vegetarian Dinner, Indian Vegetarian Lunch (Hot / Packed)
  • Return channel crossings by Ferry
  • All coach transportation by executive cruise liners from departure to tour termination points
  • All sightseeing, entrances and excursions as mentioned in the Itinerary
  • Services of Bi-lingual Tour Manager throughout the Tour
  • ll tips and service charges for Tour Manager and Coach Driver
Price does not include
  • Meals other than those indicated above, drinks, tips, laundry, telephone calls & expenses of personal nature.
  • Airfare, airport tax, visa, travel and health insurance.
  • Local Transfers from Airport/Railway Station to Hotel and Exucursion Sites or vice-versa at places mentioned above.
Note
  • The Tour Cost is subject to change without prior notice.
  • Hotels : Subject to Availability at the time of making Reservation
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