Day 1                                     Depart USA/Canada bound for Europe-London
Board your overnight Trans-Atlantic flight for the trip of a lifetime awaiting you in Europe!

Day 2                                     Arrive in London
Arrive into London and depending on your arrival time start exploring this great city! Later, meet up with your fellow travelers and tour manager over dinner at 6pm and also enjoy a walking tour around some of London’s landmark spots with your tour manager. Check out the happening hub of Soho, the bright lights of the famous Piccadilly Circus at West End and/or the street performers in Convent Garden. (D)

Day 3                                     London
With 2 days in London, there’s plenty of time to explore this buzzing cosmopolitan capital, where black taxis and red double-decker buses flash past historic buildings. See London’s iconic buildings and UNESCO World Heritage sites on tour-learn about Big Ben, the Royal Family’s place of residence, Buckingham Palace, the horror tales of the Tower of London, and Westminster Abbey, where Princess Diana’s funeral service was held.
With your included day pass for the London Underground take advantage of the tube system. Use it like a local and move around the city at your own pace exploring this vibrant city!  (B)

Day 4                                     London
During your time in London, there’s also an optional excursion to see the UNESCO World Heritage site of Stonehenge. Choose to get up close to the famous ring of stones and learn more about the legends surrounding them.
Also we visit Bath to see this gorgeous city, complete with terraces, promenades and heritage buildings. Get the background on the city’s name and Roman past in an optional excursion to the stunning Roman Baths.
On your last night in London experience a bit of London culture by seeing a famous West End musical – it’s on us! Afterward, London has it all; jazz bars, traditional pubs, and loads of live music- dive into the action! (B)

Day 5                                     London to Paris
We hit the road and take a ferry past the White Cliffs of Dover. Travel past World War 1 battle fields in the Valley of the Somme to Paris.  Tonight, enjoy Paris with the “Tour of Illuminations”, which shows off the French capital’s nickname, “City of Lights”. Lamp-lit bridges and cafés give us a real taste of Paris’ romance.  See some of the world’s most-recognized monuments, like the Eiffel Tower and the Arc de Triomphe. (B,D)
 
Day 6                                     Paris
Enjoy your day- discover Paris’ many bistros, museums, tree-lined avenues and diverse quartiers (neighborhoods).  Get a feel for French flair by window shopping on the Left Bank, visit the Notre Dame cathedral or explore the Louvre- get up close to the famous Mona Lisa. Try indulging in some delicious pastries and relax in one of Paris’ many green spaces. Then we head to Fragonard. This perfumery has an elegant interior and is a unique setting for a look into the history of perfume. It’s also a chance to pick up some French perfume at great prices. (B)

Day 7                                     Paris
Time in Paris includes a trip out to France’s most well-known chateau: Versailles, once home to the Sun King, Louis 14th and hot spot of the French Revolution. Check out the impressive exterior of this extravagant palace then enjoy a guided tour of the former royal family’s luxurious living quarters.
Tonight, maybe treat yourself to a real Parisian night, starting with dinner and a show at an authentic cabaret with can-can girls and champagne. But don’t stop there – hit the clubs for a night to remember. (B)

Day 8Depart for Home or Extend your Stay
It’s time to say good-by to new friends, then off to the airport for your flight home arriving the same day.

For Optional Tour to Rome
Includes transfer to train station, overnight train to Rome, transfer to Rome hotel, 2 breakfasts, 2 day pass on Rome metro, 2 nights hotel accommodations.  Using your metro pass see many sites such as Piazza Venezia, Trevi Fountain, Pantheon, Piazza Navona, Colosseum & Roman Forum, and Vatican City-see St. Peter's Basilica and the Sistine Chapel. (You’ll travel independently by train and will be met by a tour representative in Rome and transferred to your hotel. Your stay in Rome is unescorted.)   

(Day 8)                                  (Overnight Train to Rome Tonight)
Day 9                                     Rome (unescorted)
Day 10                                   Rome (unescorted)
Day 11                                   Rome- Depart for Home
Our tour ends after breakfast & it’s time to say “arrivederci” to your new friends.  (B)

For Optional Extension in Paris
                Includes 2 more nights in Paris, 3 breakfasts, 2 day metro pass to see many sites in Paris.
                (Your 2 night extension in Paris is unescorted.)

(Day 8) Paris Extension
Day 9                                     Paris Extension
Day 10                                   Paris-Depart for Home

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Price
Land only, per person, based on double occupancy (remember we can put you with a roommate!)

Featured Dates-May 13-20 ($1255); Jul 15-22 ($1319); Sept 16-23($ 1285);

New Years Dec 26-Jan 2, 2012 ($1069)

Other Dates Available:

($1225) April 22-29          ($1285) September 9-16

($1285) May 27-June 3    ($1055) October 14-21
($1255) August 19-26       ($1039) November 25-December 2
($1029) March 16-23, 2012            

Dates above are for London and Paris only.  Add 3 days at the end of the trip for the Rome extension and 2 days for the Paris extension.
Please note- the Paris and Rome extensions are unescorted.  For Rome- you will travel independently by train and will be met by a tour representative in Rome and transferred to your hotel.

For a room to yourself: add to above price if you want a room to yourself-Very limited availability
London & Paris: $ 310.00 ($255 for winter vacations-call for details) 
Rome Extension: $485.00 ($419 for winter vacations-call for details)   
Paris Extension: $380.00 ($305 for winter vacations-call for details)
Prices are subject to price modification for the winter trips 2011/2012-call for details.

An $8.00 document issuance fee will be applied on all bookings per our tour operator.

Travel Insurance-   $129.00-169.00 
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.  Within 48 hours-reason must be a medical issue and other approved reasons. 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 (LHR) and out Paris (CDG), or Rome (FCO).
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Transfers are only in London via the tube from Heathrow and are $33 from hotel to Rome airport. (A taxi is approximately 15Euros one way).  Airport transfer from Paris hotel is not offered. Taxi service (25 Euro+) or metro is available in destination.  We need your flight schedule as soon as you get it for transfers.

See more of London prior to your tour for a day or two to get over your jetlag or for more time to explore London.
 (Prices differ per season & subject to change), includes private bath:
Per night -$ 90.00 Extend your stay in London, double occupancy/per person, Single $135, maximum 5-nights.

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.

Fine Print— London & Paris with optional Paris and or Rome extension! 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
61 days or more prior to commencement of services                                              Deposit will be non-refundable
60-22 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, changeable with a fee + any higher ticket price. 

Travel insurance is highly recommended; please consider the purchase of it carefully!