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Visit London, Paris, Versailles, Luceme, Milan, Pisa, Rome, Florence and Venice. Specially arrange channel crossing by "Le Shuttle" train. Includes international air ticket, deluxe hotel accommodation with daily breakfast and dinner (Chinese or local style) (except the 4th, the 8th and the 10th days); professional Chinese / English-speaking tour escort throughout the trip; comprehensive itinerary and appropriately-timed schedule, admissions where applicable. |
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| Day 1 U.S.A. - LONDON (England) |
| Overnight flight to London, also known as the "Fog Capital".
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| Day 2 LONDON (D) |
| Upon arrival in the morning, a city tour includes the Tower of London with its priceless jewels and St. Paul's Cathedral - the world's second largest cathedral. After lunch in China Town, we visit the splendid British Museum with its art treasures. We proceed to Trafalgar Square, Westminster Abbey, Buckingham Palace, and The Houses of Parliament. Hotel: Holiday Inn King Cross or similar |
| Day 3 LONDON - PARIS (FRANCE) (B/D) |
| Firstly, we will take a short channel tunnel crossing by " Le Shuttle " to France. Heading south to Paris for a guided tour of Louvre Museum with its 3 highlights of Venus, Winged Victory and Mona Lisa. In the evening, we will enjoy an optional tour of Seine River Cruise or Eiffel Tower. Hotel: Novotel La Defense or similar |
| Day 4 PARIS - VERSAILLES (B) |
| After breakfast, we will take a short drive to the Palace of Versailles to see its collections of paintings, furniture and royal gardens. Then a tour of the Eiffel Tower, Champs Elysees, Concord Square, Arc de Triomphe and Notre Dame this afternoon. Hotel: Novotel La Defense or similar |
| Day 5 PARIS - LUCERNE (B/D) |
| On the way to Lucerne, enjoy a fast ride skirting the vineyards of Burgundy and Fontainebleau Forest. Highlights of the lakeside medieval town, Lucerne with its Chapel bridge, Water Tower and Lion Monument are Featured on this afternoon's orientation. Do not leave without bringing home souvenirs of the infamous Swiss-made watches and world-renowned chocolate products. Hotel: Grand Hotel Europe or similar |
| Day 6 LUCERNE - MILAN (ITALY) (B/D) |
| Morning, enjoy free time at leisure, or an optional tour of Mt. Titlis will be arranged. Then, head south to dynamic Milan, Italy's 2nd largest city. Visit the magnificent Gothic Duomo, glass-domed Galleria and famous Scala Opera house, which are remarkable sights. Hotel: Holiday Inn Linate or similar |
| Day 7 MILAN - PISA - ROME (B/D) |
| We shall start the day by driving through breathtaking scenery to Pisa to view the Leaning Tower of Pisa before we arrive in Rome, Rome means history. Hotel: Hotel Regent or similar |
| Day 8 ROME - VATICAN CITY - FLORENCE (B) |
| This morning, our first stop is the Vatican to marvel at St. Peter's Cathedral. The accessibility of its historic center enables us to walk from the Colossuem, through the Forum, the Arch of Victory, Trevvi Fountain and Pantheon. Afternoon, embark to Florence, Cradle of Renaissance. Hotel: Art Hotel Miro or similar |
| Day 9 FLORENCE - VENICE (B/D) |
| Today, a city tour on foot includes Michelangelo Square, Old Palace, Old Bridge, Signoria Square and Duomo, the biggest dome in the world. We also will have a chance to shop in a major leather factory store. Afternoon, we will proceed to Venice, captivating city of canals and palaces. Hotel: Russott or similar |
| Day 10 VENICE (B) |
| Morning, we take a water taxi to St. Mark’s Cathedral. Feast your eyes on the Doge’s Palace, the Bridge of Sighs and a glass-blowing factory. An optional "gondola" ride will be arranged. Hotel: Russott or similar |
| Day 11 VENICE - U.S.A. (B) |
| After breakfast, we will transfer to airport for return flight to the U.S.A.! CIAO!
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