Europe Delight 12 Days

• For departure from cities of Eastern Standard Time Zone, U.S. Domestic air fare reductions: $100

· Child fare is for children under 11 and do not ask for a third bed in the same room with parents.

· All prices and hotel accommodations are subject to change without notice

Day 1 USA to London, England

You will depart from the United States on an overnight flight to London.

Day 2 London

In the morning, we will travel to the picturesque town of Windsor for a visit of the State Apartments of Windsor Castle. This is one of the oldest, continuously inhabited royal residence in the world and the weekend home of Queen Elizabeth. After lunch, you will check in at the local hotel for the next two nights.

Day 3 London

There will be a morning visit to the Tower of London for a view of the crown jewels. Then, there will be a panoramic tour of the city, which includes the Parliament Building, Big Ben, Trafalgar Square, Piccadilly Circus, and the Tower Bridge. In front of the Buckingham Palace is a great photo spot. The afternoon will be set aside as leisure time.

Day 4 London to Paris, France

In the morning, you will board the supremely comfortable Eurostar Train and arrive at Paris, France. After the arrival, free time is set aside for you to shop at the world famous Lafayette Department Store or a duty free store. You may also just sit at an outdoor café and watch the busy streets. In the evening, perhaps you would like to join the optional illumination tour of Paris. This tour includes a cruise on the River Seine and a ticket to the 2^nd floor of the Eiffel Tower for a panoramic view of the city.

Day 5 Paris

According to French government statistics, Paris is visited by more tourists than any other city in the world. The full day tour takes you to all the famous landmarks, the Eiffel Tower, the Notre Dame Cathedral, the Place De La Concord, the Champs Elysees, the Arc De Triomphe, and Les Invalides. A quick drive outside the city takes us to Versailles Palace, once the pride of France and the envy of many monarchs in Europe. Later, we visit the Louvre Museum to see some of the most famous works of art in its incomparable collection.

Day 6 Paris to Lucerne, Switzerland

Today, you will depart from Paris and arrive at Lucerne. You will have an opportunity to tour the scenes of the rural beauties of France; vineyards, rolling farm lands, forest, pastures, and villages. In the evening, dinner will be served. Then, we will take a short walk from the hotel to the center of town. Perhaps some shopping can be done tonight, or you can enjoy a drink in one of the outdoor cafés. You can also take a walk along the shores of the lovely Lake Lucerne.

Day 7 Lucerne to Mt. Titlis

In Lucerne, you will take an exciting cable car ride to the top of Mt. Titilis for a fantastic bird’s eye view of the surrounding snow covered peaks. In the afternoon, free time will be available for you to shop for Swiss watches and other Swiss specialities.

Day 8 Lecerne to Milan to Venice, Italy (Breakfast and Lunch will be provided today)

Today, we travel to Milan, the center of fashion and design of Italy. Sites you will see include the fantastic Cathedral, La Scala, and the Da Vinci Statue. The construcion of the Cathedral began in the 14^th century and was completed in the 20^th century and La Scala was one of the most important opera houses in the world. Later, you will proceed to perhaps the most enchanting of all, Venice, Italy.

Day 9 Venice to Pisa to Lucca

Our morning sightseeing tour of Venice begins with the fantastic St. Mark’s Basilica, the Magical Piazza St. Marco, and the Bridge of Sighs. Then, if time permits, you may want to take an unforgettable gondola ride and see the Grand Canal from the best vantage point. Later, we travel to the Leaning Tower of Pisa. The Italians once had the idea of straightening the Tower to save it from collapsing. But, would it still be so amazing and interesting if it weren’t leaning? Well, you decide. In the evening, there will be an overnight stay in Lucca.

Day 10 Lucca to Florence to Rome (Breakfast and Lunch will be served today)

Florence is the birth place of the Italian Renaissance, and a city built by many geniuses. We will visit the Duomo, the Bronze Doors of the Baptistry (also known as the “Gates of Paradies” by Michelangelo because of its perfection), and the 13^th century Santa Croce Basilica, Signoria Square. Later, free time will be available to shop in a major leather factory outlet store.

Day 11 Rome

Rome, a city over 2700 years old and still feels young and vital. There are fountains, piazzas, ancient monuments and the vivacious and gregarious Romans who specialize in La Bolce Vita. The city tour visits some of the most well-known landmarks; The Colosseum, The Roman Forum, Constantine’s Triumphal Arch, Spanish Steps, Trevi Fountain, St. Peter’s Square, and St. Peter’s Basilica. Later that day, you may check out many of the famous Italian brands on Via Condotti.

Day 12 Rome to the USA (Breakfast will be served)

You will depart from Rome on a flight back to the USA.