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Discover Europe 2010/Winter 2011
14 Days
England Netherlands Germany Austria Italy Vatican City Switzerland France
Apr 29-May 12 September 14-27 (In Munich during Oktoberfest!)
May 25-June 7 November 14-27 (Over Thanksgiving)
June 24– July 7 December 26, 2009 – January 8, 2011 (Over New Year’s!)
August 10-23 February 27-March 12, 2011
March 20-April 2, 2011
Come join us for this great vacation to explore Europe’s most exciting cities and regions! This trip is for those of you that are ages 35 & younger and don’t need first class hotels to have a good time! Go out dancing in London; enjoy the canals of Amsterdam and the scenic Rhine Valley; have some good German beer in Munich; see the famous glass blowing in Venice; spend time in beautiful Lucerne; and see the dazzling night lights of Paris and so much more!
Experience the excitement and beauty of Europe on this get-aquainted-to-Europe tour that has a great blend of sightseeing, adventure, free time, fun stuff, culture, and socializing all in an affordable package and everyone is 35 and younger! This is a great way to see Europe and meet lots of new friends!
Quote from a European traveler on an age 35 and younger trip:
I knew it would be fun, but I didn’t know it would be that much fun! !“
Price includes all of this:
- 12 Nights accommodations in superior tourist class hotels with private facilities.
- Hotel tips, local taxes and service charges.
- Modern air-conditioned coach
- Experienced, professional Tour Manager and Driver
- Ferry Crossing
- Total 17 meals
- 11 continental breakfasts (B in itinerary)
- 6 three course dinners (D in itinerary)
- Sightseeing as follows:
- England: see the White Cliffs of Dover
- Amsterdam: See the canals, gable houses and city by night
- Rhine Valley: Scenic drive along the Rhine River, Visit the riverside town St. Goar
- Munich: See the Glockenspiel & Marienplatz, visit a beerhall, see how a beerstein is crafted
- Austrian Tyrol: See this picturesque area, famous for adventure sports
- Brenner Pass: Scenic drive past vineyards, orchards & castles
- Venice: transfer to the islands; see St. Mark’s Sq, Bridge of Sighs, Doges' Palace, Murano glass-blowing
- Rome: See Piazza Venezia, Trevi Fountain, Pantheon, Piazza Navona, Colosseum & Roman Forum
- Vatican City: See St. Peter's Basilica
- Florence: Walking tour with a local guide, see the Duomo, Basilica Santa Croce, Giotto's Bell Tower, the Baptistry & Piazza della Signoria, Florentine leather craft demonstration
- Lucerne: See the Wooden Chapel Bridge, view the Lion Monument
- Burgundy: See the Chablis & Burgundy vineyards
- Paris: see- Eiffel Tower, Arc de Triomphe, Louvre, Champs Élysées, Notre Dame Cathedral; French Perfumery
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Discover Europe 2010- March 2011 |
Discover Europe 2010/Winter 2011
14 days
Apr 29-May 12 September 14-27 (In Munich during Oktoberfest!)
May 25-June 7November 14-27 (Over Thanksgiving)
June 24– July 7 December 26, 2009 – January 8, 2011 (Over New Year’s!)
August 10-23 February 27-March 12, 2011
March 20-April 2, 2011
England – Netherlands – Germany – Austria –Italy – Vatican City – Switzerland – France
Come join us for this great vacation to explore Europe’s most exciting cities and regions! This trip is for those of you that are ages 35 & younger and don’t need first class hotels to have a good time! Go out dancing in London; enjoy the canals of Amsterdam and the scenic Rhine Valley; have some good German beer in Munich; see the famous glass blowing in Venice; spend time in beautiful Lucerne; and see the dazzling night lights of Paris and so much more!
Experience the excitement and beauty of Europe on this get-aquainted-to-Europe tour that has a great blend of sightseeing, adventure, free time, fun stuff, culture, and socializing all in an affordable package and everyone is 35 and younger! This is a great way to see Europe and meet lots of new friends!
Quote from a European traveler on an age 35 and younger trip:
“I knew it would be fun, but I didn’t know it would be that much fun! !“
Price includes all of this:
- 12 Nights accommodations in superior tourist class hotels with private facilities.
- Hotel tips, local taxes and service charges.
- Modern air-conditioned coach
- Experienced, professional Tour Manager and Driver
- Ferry Crossing
- Total 17 meals
- 11 continental breakfasts (B in itinerary)
- 6 three course dinners (D in itinerary)
- Sightseeing as follows:
- England: see the White Cliffs of Dover
- Amsterdam: See the canals, gable houses and city by night
- Rhine Valley: Scenic drive along the Rhine River, Visit the riverside town St. Goar
- Munich: See the Glockenspiel & Marienplatz, visit a beerhall, see how a beerstein is crafted
- Austrian Tyrol: See this picturesque area, famous for adventure sports
- Brenner Pass: Scenic drive past vineyards, orchards & castles
- Venice: transfer to the islands; see St. Mark’s Sq, Bridge of Sighs, Doges' Palace, Murano glass-blowing
- Rome: See Piazza Venezia, Trevi Fountain, Pantheon, Piazza Navona, Colosseum & Roman Forum
- Vatican City: See St. Peter's Basilica
- Florence: Walking tour with a local guide, see the Duomo, Basilica Santa Croce, Giotto's Bell Tower, the Baptistry & Piazza della Signoria, Florentine leather craft demonstration
- Lucerne: See the Wooden Chapel Bridge, view the Lion Monument
- Burgundy: See the Chablis & Burgundy vineyards
- Paris: see- Eiffel Tower, Arc de Triomphe, Louvre, Champs Élysées, Notre Dame Cathedral; French Perfumery
Trip Itinerary
Day 1 Depart for Europe
Jet off to the trip of a lifetime awaiting you in Europe!
Day 2 Arrive London
Check-in to your hotel after 2pm and depending on your arrival time, start exploring until the meeting to meet your fellow travelers at 6pm. Enjoy getting to know your travel group this evening!
Day 3 London to Amsterdam
Meet your tour manager and see the White Cliffs of Dover as you ferry across the English Channel and then travel through Belgium and into the Netherlands to Amsterdam. (D)
Day 4 Amsterdam to Rhine Valley
This morning take time to explore one of Europe's most intriguing cities. Maybe visit Anne Frank's House or the Van Gogh Museum. This afternoon we cross the German border and head for the stunning Rhine Valley. (B,D)
Day 5 Rhine Valley to Munich
This morning learn how beersteins are crafted before traveling to the capital of Bavaria, Munich. Explore and see the famous Glockenspiel before we head to a traditional beer hall. (B)
Day 6 Munich to Austrian Tyrol
Be ‘wowed’ by stunning alpine scenery in route to a cool Tyrolean village. Tonight we stay in the picture postcard paradise of the Austrian Tyrol. (B,D)
Day 7 Austrian Tyrol to Venice
Today we wind through the astonishing beauty of the Brenner Pass to cross the border into Italy. It's a short boat ride to the historical centre of Venice to see St Mark's Square, the Doge's Palace and the Bridge of Sighs. There's no better way to see Venice than from a gondola so why not join us for a ride before treating yourself to a Venetian evening meal? (B)
Day 8 Venice to Rome
Past medieval hillside villages and through the Apennine Mountains, we travel south to the fabled Seven Hills of Rome. Do as the Romans do and stroll past the Trevi Fountain, the Pantheon and Piazza Navona. Later be delighted by your first glimpse of the Colosseum on our sightseeing tour. (B,D)
Day 9 Rome
Ancient and modern Rome await your discovery. Why not take a guided tour of the Imperial Forum and walk in the footsteps of Gladiators? In your free time explore the Vatican City and Sistine Chapel, snap up Italian fashions or just watch the world go by with a gelato (or two). (B)
Day 10 Rome to Florence
Our morning drive leads us to Florence, the Renaissance city set in the beautiful Tuscan Hills. Learn about the Duomo, Giotto's Bell-Tower, Piazza della Signoria and Santa Croce as our local guide walks us through the city. Free time to shop or visit one of the famous museums. (B)
Day 11 Florence to Lucerne
Our path takes us toward the towering Alps and the vast serene lakes of Switzerland. Be charmed by medieval Lucerne and enjoy shopping for local specialties - watches, chocolate and Swiss army knives. (B,D)
Day 12 Lucerne to Paris
We pass through the lush vineyards of Burgundy and Chablis to the "City of Lights" and you’ll then discover the beauty of fashionable Paris! (B,D)
Day 13 Paris
While in Paris see some of the most celebrated icons of Europe- the Louvre, Eiffel Tower, Nôtre Dame, Arc de Triomphe and the Champs Elysées! Enjoy your stay in Paris today with your friends from the group! Tonight, why not complete your Parisian experience with a French meal and a famous cabaret? (B)
Day 14 Paris to Home or Back to London
After breakfast, either take the complimentary transfer to Paris’ Charles de Gaulle Airport (est. arrival at 10 am) OR choose to take a complimentary transfer to central London with your Tour Manager and driver and extend your stay in London. (Est. arrival time in London is 6:30pm today) (B)
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Price
Land only, per person, based on double occupancy (remember we can put you with a roommate!)
$2179 Apr 29-May 12
$2235 May 25-June 7
$2235 June 24– July 7
$2179 August 10-23
$2235 September 14-27 (In Munich during Oktoberfest!)
$1715 **November 14-27 (Over Thanksgiving)
$1765 **December 26, 2009 – January 8, 2011 (Over New Year’s!)
$1665 **February 27-March 12, 2011
$1699 **March 20-April 2, 2011
$ 565.00 Single supplement: add to above price if you want a room to yourself. Very limited availability.
**$ 445.00 Single supplement: add to above price for trips after November 2010 and into March of 2011.
An $8.00 document delivery fee will be applied on all bookings per our tour operator.
**New Year’s and 2011 Trips
There may be a change in pricing for the November, New Year’s 2010 and 2011 trips applied by August or September 2010-book early! Also, there is a slightly modified itinerary change: 1 night in the Austrian Tyrol is replaced by 1 night in Innsbruck. Ask the reservationist re the complete details.
Travel Insurance- $169.00.
Pay for your travel insurance with your deposit & you receive “Any-Reason” insurance (in the form of travel certificates to be used within 2 years with our tour operator) allowing you to cancel for any reason up to 48 hours prior to your trip. Insurance is highly recommended. Insurance is non refundable and does not cover air arrangements not made by our tour operator.
Airfare is additional. We can help or you can check online with the different airlines. Fares are based on availability at time of booking. You fly into London but may fly home from Paris or London (you’ll need a post night in London- we can book for you).
Transfers are not included on arrival. You may purchase a $10.00 voucher for the subway (tube) if you are flying into Heathrow. If arriving into Gatwick in London you can purchase a transfer for $42 one way that gets you to Victoria Station and then onto the hotel. Your departure from Paris includes a complimentary transfer to the Paris airport (CDG) by 10am-your flight must be departing after twelve noon at least, allowing more time is preferable. We need your flight schedule as soon as you get it. If going back to London, you’ll need to stay overnight in London and the transfer to the airport is not included unless you purchase the 2 night post London package which includes a tube (subway) pass.
Price does not include airfare and taxes, airport transfers as noted above, items of a personal nature-i.e. phone calls, meals not included, alcoholic & other beverages not offered with included meals, transfers, tips to guides & drivers, travel insurance.
See more of London before or after your tour to get over your jetlag or explore before you have to head back home on this unescorted tour extension. Includes 2 nights accommodations, continental breakfast daily, return tube Heathrow airport transfer on return day to home, open top bus sightseeing tour, London show theater tickets to one of a selection of shows. Staff assistance. “Welcome to London” information booklet.
$ 295-$335 Extend your stay in London for 2 days, double occupancy, (for May to October dates only.) Single $409.00
$ 265-$315 Extend your stay in London for 2 days, double occupancy, (for Nov. 09 to March 2010 only.)Single $365.00
All prices subject to availability and are subject to change. Ask regarding complete details and prices. 4 night packages include even more (4 nights from $629 per person, double occupancy; all above 2 night package inclusions PLUS 3 day tube (subway) and bus pass, day trip to Stonehenge and entry fee, guided tour of Roman Baths in Bath.
Fine Print— Discover Europe! 2010/Winter 2011
Your payment for a reservation on this trip constitutes consent and acknowledgement of all the provisions in this Fine Print listed below and in the Singles Travel Company General Terms and Conditions. Please make sure you read both of these important pieces of information and call us with any questions.
A non-refundable deposit of $200.00 (plus travel insurance if you want it) is due with your reservation.
Final payment is due 60 days prior to departure date. Credit cards (Visa or Mastercard) or checks (made payable to Travel Advisors of Los Gatos) are accepted.
Cancellation Fees and Refunds All cancellations must be in writing. Cancellation Fees as follows: Regardless of when you cancel, there will be a charge from Singles Travel Company of $50 applied to your credit card plus the following cancellation fees: Insurance is non-refundable.
Period of Notice Cancellation Fee
More than 45 days prior to commencement of services Your deposit will be non-refundable
45-22 days prior to commencement of services 25% of total price
21-8 days prior to commencement of services 30% of total price
7-1 days prior to commencement of services 50% of total price
On day of departure/no show 100% of total price
When the percentage cancellation fee is less than the tour deposit, the cancellation fee will equal loss of the deposit. No refunds on unused portions of the tour. A fee of $30 per transaction may be charged for any alteration or revision made to a reservation. Cancellation fees also apply to additional accommodations reserved prior to and after the tour booked with the tour operator of the trip. Due to air carrier guidelines, you may be charged up to a $200 penalty if you cancel your air booked with the tour operator within 120 days of departure. After airline tickets are issued, airline cancellations are per the airline’s policy/ and or the tour operator if purchased through the tour operator and may be non-refundable.
Travel insurance is highly recommended, please consider the purchase of it carefully
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