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REGIONALEXPLORER

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Explore Europe by visiting two or more countries and

discover the peoples, stories and cultures in depth.

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Explore your personal interests, whether within an English country garden or on a gastronomic delight.

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Discover one European country in depth as you meet the people, heartheir stories, taste the

fl avors and enjoy richer cultural experiences.

CRUISE, RAIL AND COMBOSMulti-transport travel

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landscapes in ways best suited to the terrain.

AT LEISURESlower pace

Take it easy and stay 2 - 6 nights in each destination. With days that don’t start

before 9 am, we’ve designed itineraries that balance

inclusions with plenty of time for personal discovery.

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Fun for all

Created for the whole family to explore and enjoy

vacations that are made simple with plenty

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move seamlessly across several destinations withstress-free trips that last between 9 - 31days.

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EXCEPTIONAL QUALITY AND SERVICEIt’s so easy. We are with you all the way, taking care of every detail so you can enjoy the journey fully. Thanks to our local knowledge, you savor every nuance of the destination. Every trip is tailored to offer the best possible service, experience and value for our guests.

VIP ACCESS AND TREATMENTSkip the lines and get straight to the essence of your journey. Forget language barriers, travel plans and logistics details.Most trips include free airport transfers (except those starting and ending in London). It’s all designed for you.

THE RIGHT ACCOMMODATIONSAll of our selected hotels are hand-picked to fi t seamlessly with your itinerary and to showcase the destination.

TRAVEL IN COMFORTEnjoy luxury air-conditioned coaches, ample legroom, reclining seats, an on-board restroom, electrical socketsand WiFi. Some itineraries include travel by train or boat. Forget about map-reading,tolls and navigation.

UNMATCHED ITINERARIESEvery itinerary is designed to showcase the must-see sights and takes you deeper into each destination with Insider Experiences, Hidden Treasures and Be My Guest experiences.

LOCAL CULINARY DISCOVERIESFood is core to exploring and appreciating different cultures, breaking bread with locals and eating together, discovering new and exciting fl avors and recipes.

EXPERTS IN ALL LOCATIONSYour Travel Director is the key to your trip and, without a doubt, we have the best in the business. They hone their skills through bespoke training. With an unwavering passion for travel and discovery, they make your journey unforgettable.

WAYS TOTRAVELWe create trip styles designed as the ultimate way to discover a given destination. Choose from eight of them in Europe and Britain. So whether you like to see it all and hop borders, focus on one destination, or take your time exploring at leisure, select a trip style to suit you.

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• Preview Europe and BritainSecure your Summer 2018 vacation at 2017 prices.Just book by September 24, 2017.*

+ Pay in full by January 11, 2018to save an additional 10%.** + Past Trafalgar guests receive 5% off their 2018 land price and when booking two or more trips of 7 days or longer save an additional 2.5%. + Your price is then guaranteed, even if regular trip prices increase with the release of the brochure.

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YOUR INSIDER EXPERIENCES ▶ Cultural Insight atch as s illed cra sman ca ture the distincti e sound of the cuc oo demonstrating the centuries’ old cra of cloc ma ing in the lac orest

▶ Local Specialist or included sightseeing in ondon and aris

▶ Hidden Treasure n oy at least one sur riseidden reasure

YOUR INCLUDED SIGHTS ▶ ity tour in ondon and aris

▶ rientation of msterdam eidel erg and ucerne

▶ isit the hine alls in chaff hausen the ion Monument in ucerne and the iff el ower in aris

▶ ruise along the canals of msterdam and thei er hine

▶ iew the hite liff s of o er the ha el ridge in ucerne and the ham s lys es and rc de

riom he and era ouse in aris

▶ ee the orelei oc and ineyards of urgundy

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EUROPEANDISCOVERIES

THREE OF OUR 13 IN-DEPTH DISCOVERY VACATIONS

4

13 TRIPS

Parisian Cafe


YOUR INSIDER EXPERIENCES ▶ Cultural Insight itness the e uisite cra of glass lowing a delicate tradition that generations of

enetian cra smen ha e erfected o er the centuries

▶ Local Specialist or included sightseeing in ondon ome lorence and aris

▶ Hidden Treasure n oy at least one sur rise idden reasure

YOUR INCLUDED SIGHTS ▶ ity tour in ondon ome lorence and aris

▶ rientation of msterdam eidel erg Munich nns ruc enice and ucerne

▶ isit t. eter’s asilica in ome and the iffel ower in aris

▶ iew the canals in msterdam the olden oof in nns ruc t. Mar ’s uare in enice the ancient

sites in ome and the ha el ridge in ucerne

▶ ruise along the canals of msterdam and the i er hine

▶ ee the orelei oc and the ineyards of urgundy

YOUR INSIDER EXPERIENCES ▶ Cultural Insight atch as s illed cra sman ca ture the distincti e sound of the cuc oo demonstrating the centuries’ old cra of cloc ma ing in the lac orest

▶ Local Specialist or included sightseeing in ondon and aris


YOUR INCLUDED SIGHTS ▶ ity tour in ondon and aris

▶ rientation of msterdam eidel erg and ucerne

▶ isit the hine alls in chaffhausen the ion Monument in ucerne and the iffel ower in aris

▶ ruise along the canals of msterdam and the i er hine

▶ iew the hite liffs of o er the ha el ridge in ucerne and the ham s lys es and rc de

riom he and era ouse in aris

▶ ee the orelei oc and ineyards of urgundy

YOUR INSIDER EXPERIENCES ▶ Cultural Insight itness the e uisite cra of glass lowing a delicate tradition that generations of enetian cra smen ha e erfected o er the centuries

▶ Local Specialist or included sightseeing in ondon aris lorence and ome


YOUR INCLUDED SIGHTS ▶ ity tour in ondon aris lorence and ome

▶ rientation of ucerne and enice

▶ isit the iffel ower in aris and t. eter’s asilica in ome

▶ iew the hite liffs of o er the ham s lys es and rc de riom he in aris ion Monument and the ha el ridge in ucerne t. Mar ’s asilica in

enice and the ancient sites of ome

▶ ee the omme attlefields and the ineyards of urgundy


M A**Price based on European Whirl departing April 06, 2018. Conditions apply.^Saving based on European Whirl departing May 11, 2018. Conditions apply.


M A**Price based on European Highlights departing April 14, 2018. Conditions apply.^Saving based on European Highlights departing September 01, 2018. Conditions apply.


M A**Price based on European Traveler departing March 30, 2018. Conditions apply.^Saving based on European Traveler departing June 08, 2018. Conditions apply.

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ondon with a dri e ast the infamous attlefields in rance en route.

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the mesmerising landsca es of uro e its rich heritage and distincti e a ors

yours to share with new friends. lore msterdam from its la yrinthine canals

soa u ucerne’s fresh l ine air and say ien enue’ to the so histication and s lendor of aris.

lore the tradition and elegance of uro e’s most romantic ca ital cities the ma estic rc de riom he

ridge of ighs and istine ha el your gateways to an unforgetta le ourney.

n oy radiant aris and the enaissance romance of lorence dramatic l ine landsca es and the ternal ity of ome where you’ll toss a coin in the re i

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EUROPEAN WHIRL14 Days

9 Days

EUROPEAN TRAVELER

EUROPEAN HIGHLIGHTS

EUROPEAN DISCOVERIES 10

Days

THREE OF OUR 13 IN-DEPTH DISCOVERY VACATIONS

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YOUR INSIDER EXPERIENCES ▶ Be My Guest Eight generations of history with plenty of stories to tell. Enjoy a traditional dinner with the Landi family at their home near Florence, set within a garden of oak trees against the backdrop of Tuscan vineyards and olive groves

▶ Small Group Sightseeing BeA guided walking tour of ‘Secret Venice’ to the Rialto food market with a group size of no more than 25 guests

▶ Cultural Insight e ins ired y the magnifi cence of Michelangelo and da Vinci at the Vatican Museums and enjoy an exclusive visit up the spiral staircase designed by the famous architect Donato Bramante in a part of the Vatican not open to the public. Witness the e uisite cra of glass lowing on iudecca Island, a delicate tradition that generations of


▶ Local Specialist For included sightseeing in Rome, Assisi, Pisa, Florence, Bologna and Venice

YOUR INCLUDED SIGHTS ▶ City tour in Rome, Assisi, Florence, Bolognaand Venice

▶ Orientation of Pisa

▶ Visit St. Peter’s Basilica, the amazing Vatican Museums, the Sistine Chapel, the Colosseum in Rome and St. Francis’ Basilica in Assisi

▶ Cruise by private launch to St. Mark’s Square in Venice

▶ View Santa Croce Basilica, the Duomo in Florence, the Leaning Tower of Pisa and the Byzantine St. Mark’s Basilica in Venice

▶ See the ancient sites of Rome




R**Price based on Great Italian Cities departing August 03, 2018.Conditions apply.^Saving based on Great Italian Cities departing September 07, 2018. Conditions apply.

Italy, a feast of mouth-watering cuisines, art, style and beauty. Experience the country where Michelangelo dreamed u his master ieces gladiators crossed swords and omeo and uliet defi ed the stars. lore this inimita le destination from where regional a ors suff used the glo e to ecome worldwide fa orites.


Tread up the stone steps and down the grand boulevards of Italy’s capitals – the sidewalk café culture, enchanting Renaissance frescoes and incredible feats of classic architecture all must-see highlights of this leisurely jaunt through the cities of Rome, Florence and Venice. Explore the centuries-old Rialto food market, admire the embrace of Bologna’s Kissing Towers and say ‘ciao’ to Marco Polo.

†Per person double share. For departure dates, availability, prices and full terms and conditions that apply please visit www.trafalgar.com/preview. Saving based on booking now and paying in full by January 11, 2018.

10Days

ITALIANITINERARIES

THREE OF OUR 17 IMMERSIVE ITALIAN VACATIONS

6 The Colosseum

17 TRIPS


YOUR INSIDER EXPERIENCES ▶ Be My Guest Join the Callistri family at their ‘borgo’ in the Hamlet of Limonaia for a delicious Italian meal, olive oil tasting and leisurely walk through their olive groves and lemon orchards

▶ Cultural Insight itness the e uisite cra s of inlaid wood in Sorrento glassblowing on Giudecca Island, a delicate tradition that generations of Venetian cra smen ha e erfected o er the centuries

▶ Local Specialist For included sightseeing in ome om eii a ri ssisi and lorence

YOUR INCLUDED SIGHTS ▶ ity tour in ome om eii a ri ssisi and lorence

▶ Orientation of Venice and Siena

▶ Visit St. Peter’s Basilica, the amazing Vatican Museums and istine ha el and the oman Colosseum in Rome, the Commonwealth War

emetery in assino the e ca ations at om eii and t. rancis asilica in ssisi

▶ ruise to the eautiful sle of a ri and y ri ate launch to St. Mark’s Square in Venice

▶ iew the ancient sites of ome enedictine ey in Monte Cassino, the Faraglioni Rocks on the Isle of

a ri the y antine t Mar ’s asilica anta roce Basilica, Leaning Tower of Pisa and the Duomo

YOUR INSIDER EXPERIENCES ▶ Be My Guest ight generations of history with lenty of stories to tell. Enjoy a traditional dinner with the Landi family at their home near Florence, set within a garden of oa trees against the ac dro of uscan vineyards and olive groves

▶ Small Group Sightseeing e guided wal ing tour of ‘Secret Venice’ to the Rialto food market with a grou si e of no more than guests

▶ Cultural Insight e ins ired y the magnificence of Michelangelo and da Vinci at the Vatican Museums and en oy an e clusi e isit u the s iral staircase designed by the famous architect Donato Bramante in a art of the atican not o en to the u lic. itness the e uisite cra of glass lowing on iudecca Island, a delicate tradition that generations of


▶ Local Specialist For included sightseeing in ome ssisi isa lorence ologna and enice

YOUR INCLUDED SIGHTS ▶ ity tour in ome ssisi lorence ologna and Venice

▶ Orientation of Pisa

▶ Visit St. Peter’s Basilica, the amazing Vatican Museums the istine ha el the olosseum in ome and t. rancis’ asilica in ssisi

▶ ruise y ri ate launch to t. Mar ’s uare in enice

▶ View Santa Croce Basilica, the Duomo in Florence, the Leaning Tower of Pisa and the Byzantine St. Mark’s Basilica in Venice

▶ See the ancient sites of Rome

YOUR INSIDER EXPERIENCES ▶ Be My Guest Join Signor Telli for an exclusive dinner and ei tem i’ at his family run restaurant on the secluded Isola Madre island on Lake Maggiore

▶ Cultural Insight scend the smooth and steless s iral staircase designed y famous architect

onato ramante in a art of the atican not o en to the u lic. itness the e uisite cra of glassblowing on Giudecca Island, a delicate tradition that generations of enetian cra smen ha e erfected o er the centuries

▶ Local Specialist For included sightseeing in Rome, om eii a ri ssisi and lorence

YOUR INCLUDED SIGHTS ▶ ity tour in ome om eii a ri ssisi and lorence

▶ Orientation of Venice and Milan

▶ isit t. eter’s asilica the istine ha el atican Museum, the Colosseum in Rome, the Commonwealth

ar emetery in assino the e ca ations at om eii t. rancis asilica in ssisi ictures ue a e omo

and the medieval city of San Gimignano

▶ ruise to the eautiful sle of a ri and ri ate launch to St. Mark’s Square in Venice

▶ iew the enedictine ey in Monte assino uliet’s Balcony in Verona, the Byzantine St. Mark’s Basilica in enice the othic athedral and a cala era House in Milan, the Leaning Tower of Pisa and the Duomo in Florence

▶ See the ancient sites of Rome including Circus Ma imuse clusi e resort of ortofino

**C$4875PP†Visits 2 Countries Code: ITBE


**C$3250PP†Visits 2 Countries Code: IGIC


**C$4050PP†Visits 2 Countries Code: ITBO



Q A**Price based on Italy Bellissimo departing July 19, 2018. Conditions apply.^Savingbased on Italy Bellissimo departing May 03, 2018. Conditions apply.


R**Price based on Great Italian Cities departing August 03, 2018. Conditions apply.^Saving based on Great Italian Cities departing September 07, 2018. Conditions apply.


Q A**Price based on Best of Italy departing July 20, 2018. Conditions apply.^Saving based on Best of Italy departing September 02, 2018. Conditions apply.

The beauty and grace of Italy is a aleidosco e of colors fragrances and

tastes e lored on a tri that entures from the interior to the coast, and the sultry sun soa ed island of a ri. Stay in an old Franciscan convent in the irth lace of t rancis ssisi. he con ent was originally uilt for ilgrims to this eaceful hillside town ut its stone walls now hold slick modern décor.

read u the stone ste s and down the grand oule ards of taly’s ca itals the sidewalk café culture, enchanting Renaissance frescoes and incredible feats of classic architecture all must see highlights of this leisurely jaunt through the cities of

ome lorence and enice. lore the centuries old ialto food mar et admire the embrace of Bologna’s Kissing Towers and say ‘ciao’ to Marco Polo.

dd a dash of issimo’ to your lo e affair with taly as you e lore its ca ti ating landsca es culture and the mouthwatering a ors that ha e ins ired its residents to coin the hrase irst we eat then we do everything else...” Your Italian discovery made ever more delectable amidst the lemon scents of Sorrento, Renaissance romance in Florence and im osing ome.


ITALY BELLISSIMO11 Days

10 Days

BEST OF ITALY

GREAT ITALIAN CITIES

13 Days

THREE OF OUR 17 IMMERSIVE ITALIAN VACATIONS

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Q A**Price based on Best of Ireland departing September 28, 2018. Conditions apply.^Saving based on Best of Ireland departing June 26, 2018. Conditions apply.

Steeped in history and mystery and dappled with legends, lakes, lochs and laughter. From north to south, the islands and highlands of Britain and Ireland provide a wealth of grand travel adventures. The royal treatment awaiting you includes castles cottages and cream teas character fi lled towns and cities and mesmerising green landscapes.



YOUR INSIDER EXPERIENCES ▶ Be My Guest n oy a traditional a ernoon tea with

anoff ee and aileys a ors in the ld itchens of a stately 16th century home near the charming town of Westport

▶ Cultural Insight Explore the tragic history of Ireland’s famine emigration at the Dunbrody Famine Ship Experience, a replica of one of the original famine ships used in the 1800s, and learn how delicate rish crystal is cra ed at the ouse of Waterford Crystal during a workshop tour

▶ Local Specialist For included sightseeing in Dublin

▶ Hidden Treasure Enjoy at least one surpriseidden reasure

YOUR INCLUDED SIGHTS ▶ City tour in Dublin

▶ rientation of aterford illarney imeric Galway and Donegal

▶ Visit the Glasnevin Trust in Dublin, Famine Ship in New Ross, the crystal showroom at Waterford,

larney to iss the stone and gain the gi of the ga ’ dare unratty fol ar liff s of Moher the rugged urren mystical onnemara ylemore ey the

Marian hrine at noc and ounty onegal

▶ View St. Patrick’s Cathedral and Phoenix Park in u lin ing ohn’s astle and t. Mary’s athedral

in imeric and onegal astle

▶ See the Cathedral of Galway

▶ cenic dri es along the ing of erry and theDingle Peninsula

Ravishingly beautiful and enchanting to explore, you’ll soon learn why the Irish say if you’re lucky enough to be Irish, you’re luc y enough isit the ing of erry an unspoilt region of Western Ireland featured in ohn ayne’s he uiet Man’.

ee the stronghold of the ’ onnell lan and beautiful Dingle Peninsula, as well as Adare, one of Ireland’s prettiest villages.

**C$2550PP†Visits 1 Country ode


BRITAIN ANDIRELAND

THREE OF OUR 21 HISTORICALBRITAIN & IRELAND VACATIONS

10Days

8

21 TRIPS

Irish Dancers



Q A**Price based on Best of Ireland departing September 28, 2018. Conditions apply.^Saving based on Best of Ireland departing June 26, 2018. Conditions apply.


K A**Price based on Britain and Ireland Highlights departing April 06, 2018. Conditions apply.^Saving based on Britain and Ireland Highlights departing July 01, 2018. Conditions apply.



K W A**Price based on Best of Ireland and Scotland departing April 14, 2018. Conditions apply.^Saving based on Best of Ireland and Scotland departing July 21, 2018. Conditions apply.

YOUR INSIDER EXPERIENCES ▶ Be My Guest n oy a traditional a ernoon tea with

anoffee and aileys a ors in the ld itchens of a stately 16th century home near the charming town of Westport

▶ Cultural Insight Explore the tragic history of Ireland’s famine emigration at the Dunbrody Famine Ship Experience, a replica of one of the original famine ships used in the 1800s, and learn how delicate rish crystal is cra ed at the ouse of Waterford Crystal during a workshop tour

▶ Local Specialist For included sightseeing in Dublin

▶ Hidden Treasure Enjoy at least one surprise idden reasure

YOUR INCLUDED SIGHTS ▶ City tour in Dublin

▶ rientation of aterford illarney imeric Galway and Donegal

▶ isit the lasne in rust in u lin amine hi in New Ross, the crystal showroom at Waterford,

larney to iss the stone and gain the gi of the ga ’ dare unratty fol ar liffs of Moher the rugged urren mystical onnemara ylemore ey the

Marian hrine at noc and ounty onegal

▶ View St. Patrick’s Cathedral and Phoenix Park in u lin ing ohn’s astle and t. Mary’s athedral

in imeric and onegal astle

▶ See the Cathedral of Galway

▶ cenic dri es along the ing of erry and the Dingle Peninsula

YOUR INSIDER EXPERIENCES ▶ Be My Guest Enjoy a hearty Welsh dinner with a farming family and their animals in the beautiful award-winning vineyards of Wale

▶ Cultural Insight dmire reland’s finest thoroughbreds at the Irish National Stud Farm and learn how delicate rish crystal is cra ed at the

ouse of aterford rystal during a wor sho tour

▶ Local Specialist For included sightseeing in Edinburgh, Belfast and Dublin

▶ Hidden Treasure Enjoy at least one surprise idden reasure

YOUR INCLUDED SIGHTS ▶ City tour in Edinburgh, Belfast and Dublin

▶ rientation of Yor lasgow ardiff and ath

▶ Visit Shakespeare’s Birthplace in Stratford-upon-Avon, Edinburgh Castle, Gretna Green, the Irish National Stud farm and Japanese Garden, the Waterford Crystal Showroom, the Roman Baths in Bath and the ancient stone circle at Stonehenge

▶ iew Yor Minster lasgow athedral and eorge uare and il enny astle and ardens

▶ ee the Millennium tadium in ardiff

YOUR INSIDER EXPERIENCES ▶ Be My Guest It’s 1930s Ireland revisited. Visit the wor ing farms of Muc ross ta ing you ac to a time of traditional farming where you’ll meet the families who plough the land, learn how to churn butter and dine in the Quilles Farmhouse against the backdrop of the la es of illarney

▶ Cultural Insight dmire reland’s finest thoroughbreds at the Irish National Stud Farm.

isco er the full story of the itanic at the itanic Belfast visitor attraction and monument in Belfast.

earn how rish crystal is cra ed at the ouse of Waterford Crystal during a workshop tour. And visit Glengoyne, known as Scotland’s most beautiful whisky distillery, for a tour and a tasting of their uni ue ighland single malt whis y

YOUR INCLUDED SIGHTS ▶ ity tour in u lin ondonderry erry elfast and Edinburgh

▶ rientation of aterford imeric alway and Glasgow

▶ Visit the Irish National Stud the Waterford Crystal showroom larney astle the orld

eritage ite of the iant’s auseway itanic Museum itlochry and din urgh astle

▶ View Galway Cathedral, Eilean Donan Castle, the attlefield of ulloden and the th green at

St. Andrews

▶ cenic dri e around the ing of erry

Ravishingly beautiful and enchanting to explore, you’ll soon learn why the Irish say if you’re lucky enough to be Irish, you’re luc y enough isit the ing of erry an unspoilt region of Western Ireland featured in ohn ayne’s he uiet Man’.

ee the stronghold of the ’ onnell lan and beautiful Dingle Peninsula, as well as Adare, one of Ireland’s prettiest villages.

Go beyond the ‘great’ and see the best of Britain and Ireland on one trip, starting your tale of two islands in

ondon and e loring such city gems as Edinburgh, Glasgow, Belfast, Dublin and Cardiff. Explore the countryside tra eling through the Yor shire ales and the rugged Ayrshire Coast, before saddling up for a visit to the Irish National Stud Farm.

Pretty pink heather hues and a perfect emerald green landsca e define the rugged beauty of Scotland and Ireland – home to enduring myths and legends, grand castles, bloody battles and the perfect swing. Visit their charismatic capitals of Dublin, Belfast, Glasgow and Edinburgh, trace the history of the

aco ites in the cottish ighlands and follow the footsteps of a giant.

**C$2550PP†Visits 1 Country ode




**C$3975PP†Visits 3 Countries Code: BIAS


BRITAIN AND IRELAND

THREE OF OUR 21 HISTORICAL BRITAIN & IRELAND VACATIONS

BEST OF IRELAND10 Days

10 Days

BEST OF IRELAND AND SCOTLAND

BRITAIN AND IRELAND HIGHLIGHTS

15 Days

9


YOUR INSIDER EXPERIENCES ▶ Be My Guest eturn to century rance and

oin the de Montferrier family on their farm near the famous h teau de illandry for a traditional three course ourangeau dinner accom anied y local wines

▶ Local Specialist or included sightseeing in arcassonne and aris

YOUR INCLUDED SIGHTS ▶ nsider wal ing tour in aris and city tourin arcassonne

▶ rientation of aris eaune yon ignon Monaco ice rles ourdes and ordeau

▶ isit the os ice de eaune h teau henonceau ay Museum laude Monet’s home at i erny

and he iff el ower

▶ iew the a al alace in ignon he oyal alace athedral while in Monaco romenade des nglais

and lace Massena in ice t ernadette’s rotto in ourdes s lanade des uinconces in ordeau the ey of Mont t. Michel and the ay each of

maha while in ormandy

▶ ee the oman m itheatre and the athedral in rles

▶ cenic dri e through ordogne and oire alley


Q**Price based on Best of France departing October 21, 2018. Conditions apply.^Saving based on Best of France departing September 16, 2018. Conditions apply.

sun struc fi esta of a ors colors and aromas to indulge the senses. a ie en rose awaits you in uro e’s south. rom mellow Morocco to the eaches of ormandy this region is rimming with warmth and style ancient chateau and uaint illages su lime dining and e uisite coastlines in contrast with chic cosmo olitan cities.


n oy rance la carte ch teau chic each resorts and delicious cuisine ser ed

with a dash of rench i iera medie al astide illages and a healthy hel ing of ordeau . ourney through the romantic oire alley to the eaches of iarrit

and arcassonne with its enchanting city walls. ross ignon’s famous ridge see the ay anding eaches in ormandy and isit laude Monet’s home in i erny.




13Days

FRANCE, SPAIN, PORTUGAL AND MOROCCO

THREE OF OUR 13 EXCEPTIONAL FRANCE, SPAIN,PORTUGAL AND MOROCCO VACATIONS

10 Orange Grove, Spain

13 TRIPS


YOUR INSIDER EXPERIENCES ▶ Be My Guest eturn to century rance and

oin the de Montferrier family on their farm near the famous h teau de illandry for a traditional three course ourangeau dinner accom anied y local wines

▶ Local Specialist or included sightseeing in arcassonne and aris

YOUR INCLUDED SIGHTS ▶ nsider wal ing tour in aris and city tour in arcassonne

▶ rientation of aris eaune yon ignon Monaco ice rles ourdes and ordeau

▶ isit the os ice de eaune h teau henonceau ay Museum laude Monet’s home at i erny

and he iffel ower

▶ iew the a al alace in ignon he oyal alace athedral while in Monaco romenade des nglais

and lace Massena in ice t ernadette’s rotto in ourdes s lanade des uinconces in ordeau the ey of Mont t. Michel and the ay each of

maha while in ormandy

▶ ee the oman m itheatre and the athedral in rles

▶ cenic dri e through ordogne and oire alley

YOUR INSIDER EXPERIENCES ▶ Be My Guest n oy a traditional ndalusian dinner and the charming com any of the Morillo family whose oli e oil you’ll learn how to roduce and get to sam le a er a welcome drin of sangria in their sun da led courtyard

▶ Local Specialist or included sightseeing in arcelona ranada e ille rdo a oledo and Madrid


YOUR INCLUDED SIGHTS ▶ ity tour in arcelona e ille rdo oledo and Madrid

▶ rientation of urgos antander il ao an e astian am lona and alencia

▶ isit he om of l id in urgos the lham ra alace in ranada the oc of i raltar athedral

in e ille the Mos ue of the ali hs in rdo a the ynagogue and anto om in oledo and the rado

Museum in Madrid

▶ iew the uggenheim Museum in il ao a oncha ay in an e astian the athedral of arago a the astle of e iscola errano and uart owers and

the ity of rts and ciences com le designed y antiago alatra a in alencia

YOUR INSIDER EXPERIENCES ▶ Be My Guest addle u for a su er stud farm

isit the tragic story of unre uited lo e and a traditional home coo ed lunch with iago and era in ortugal’s eautiful lente o

▶ Cultural Insight he in inci le swords of oledo ha e defended cities for centuries. isit an inlaid steel factory in oledo to see local cra smen forging the highest uality steel. isit a Moroccan harmacy to learn a out local healing creams and cosmetics made from regional ingredients

▶ Local Specialist or included sightseeing in Madrid oledo e Marra esh e ille and is on

YOUR INCLUDED SIGHTS ▶ ity tour in Madrid oledo e Marra esh e ille and is on

▶ rientation of asa lanca a at angier tima and alamanca

▶ isit the ynagogue and anto om in oledo the lham ra alace in ranada ahia alace in Marra esh athedral in e ille Monastery of the

ieronymites in is on and la a Mayor in alamanca

▶ iew assan Mos ue in asa lanca oyal alace in a at el m ower in is on and the hrine at tima


Q**Price based on Best of France departing October 21, 2018. Conditions apply.^Saving based on Best of France departing September 16, 2018. Conditions apply.


Q**Price based on Best of Spain departing June 08, 2018. Conditions apply.^Saving based on Best of Spain departing September 07, 2018. Conditions apply.


K**Price based on Spain Morocco and Portugal departing July 07, 2018. Conditions apply.^Saving based on Spain Morocco and Portugal departing September 01, 2018. Conditions apply.

n oy rance la carte ch teau chic each resorts and delicious cuisine ser ed

with a dash of rench i iera medie al astide illages and a healthy hel ing of ordeau . ourney through the romantic oire alley to the eaches of iarrit

and arcassonne with its enchanting city walls. ross ignon’s famous ridge see the ay anding eaches in ormandy and isit laude Monet’s home in i erny.

itch your siesta and em race the s irit of ain the i rant citysca es of Madrid e ille and arcelona running of the ulls in am lona the smell of orange est en route to alencia yours to disco er as you indulge in ain’s intense a ors and e lore the oman and Moorish in uences that ha e sha ed its distinct art architecture and culture.

rnate architectural wonders the scent of s ice mar ets and warm Mediterranean sun are yours to e lore. ander down Madrid’s ran ia isit the e uisite

lham ra alace and learn the art of haggling in the la yrinthine Medina.

ra el to the seafaring city of is on atima the site of religious miracles

and cross in to ain to admire the rare eauty of alamanca.






**C$3525PP†Visits 3 Countries ode M


BEST OF FRANCE13 Days

15 Days

SPAIN, MOROCCO AND PORTUGAL

BEST OF SPAIN 16 Days

THREE OF OUR 13 EXCEPTIONAL FRANCE, SPAIN, PORTUGAL AND MOROCCO VACATIONS

11


YOUR INSIDER EXPERIENCES ▶ Be My Guest Join the Schieszl family for hearty Hungarian fare and the story of their winery, which doubled as a hiding place during WWII for a Jewish friend who was eeing a i ersecution

▶ Local Specialist For included sightseeing in Prague, Budapest, Vienna and Salzburg

▶ Hidden Treasure Enjoy at least one surpriseHidden Treasure

YOUR INCLUDED SIGHTS ▶ City tour in Prague, Budapest, Vienna and Salzburg

▶ Orientation of Munich and Regensburg

▶ Visit Bratislava the capital of Slovakia, the Fisherman’s Bastion in Budapest and the Baroque town center of y r

▶ View the Marienplatz in Munich, St. Vitus’ Cathedral and the Old Town Square of Prague, the Imperial Boulevards of Vienna and Melk Abbey


K**Price based on Imperial Europe departing June 29, 2018. Conditions apply.^Saving based on Imperial Europe departing September 07, 2018. Conditions apply.

A kaleidoscope of enjoyable experiences, from the unspoiled, craggy Croatian islands to the vibrancy of Germany. Central and Eastern Europe are rich in diverse traditions. The region has a fascinating wartime history, boasting Bohemian romance, rustic charm and the extravagance of the far-north cities, all topped off with the reathta ing wiss l s.


Magical cities of bridges, cathedrals, cobbled lanes, and castles – central Europe’s capitals put on a stately show in which the leads are played by Bohemian Prague, the eclectic Slovakian capital of Bratislava, and the beautiful Danube river featuring the regal cities of Vienna and Budapest where you’ll break bread with a local family and hear of their heart-warming WWII rescue.


**C$2495PP†Visits 5 Countries Code: CEOX


10Days

CENTRAL AND EASTERN EUROPE ITINERARIES

THREE OF OUR 15 CENTRAL ANDEASTERN EUROPE VACATIONS

12 Swiss Alps

15 TRIPS


YOUR INSIDER EXPERIENCES ▶ Be My Guest Sister Monika takes you on a tour of the Monastery of Kloster Wernberg, originally a castle, today home to 60 Missionary Sisters of the Precious Blood with whom you’ll enjoy a traditional Carinthian dinner

▶ Cultural Insight Visit the Lipizzaner Stud Farm at Piber which has bred horses since 1920 and today provides all the stallions for the Spanish Riding School in Vienna

▶ Local Specialist For included sightseeing in Salzburg and Vienna


YOUR INCLUDED SIGHTS ▶ City tour in Salzburg and Vienna

▶ Orientation of Zurich, Graz, Innsbruck and Lucerne

▶ Visit Vaduz the capital of Liechtenstein, the Italian ski resort of Cortina d’Ampezzo, the mountain resort of St. Moritz, lakeside Stresa and Zermatt

▶ View the Golden Roof and Hofburg Palace in Innsbruck, the Matterhorn and Jungfrau mountains (weather permitting, the castle of Chillon, the city of Berne and Chapel Bridge and Lion Monument in Lucerne

▶ See Melk Abbey and the Wachau Valley

YOUR INSIDER EXPERIENCES ▶ Be My Guest Join the Schieszl family for hearty Hungarian fare and the story of their winery, which doubled as a hiding place during WWII for a Jewish friend who was eeing a i ersecution

▶ Local Specialist For included sightseeing in Prague, Budapest, Vienna and Salzburg


YOUR INCLUDED SIGHTS ▶ City tour in Prague, Budapest, Vienna and Salzburg

▶ Orientation of Munich and Regensburg

▶ Visit Bratislava the capital of Slovakia, the Fisherman’s Bastion in Budapest and the Baroque town center of y r

▶ View the Marienplatz in Munich, St. Vitus’ Cathedral and the Old Town Square of Prague, the Imperial Boulevards of Vienna and Melk Abbey

YOUR INSIDER EXPERIENCES ▶ Be My Guest Experience life in rural Osojnik with the Muhoberac family who will show you how to

re are your meal on an o en fi re using only local ingredients and fresh aromatic Mediterranean herbs

▶ Small Group Sightseeing Enjoy a guided walking tour through the historic inner city of Dubrovnik with a group size of no more than 25 guests

▶ Local Specialist For included sightseeing in Zagreb, Sarajevo, Montenegro, Split, Trogir and Plitvice. Guided walking tour of Sarajevo War Tunnel


YOUR INCLUDED SIGHTS ▶ City tour in Zagreb, Sarajevo, Dubrovnik, Kotor, Split and Trogir

▶ Orientation of Mostar

▶ Visit the War Tunnels in Sarajevo, the charming towns of Kotor and Budva in Montenegro, Diocletian’s

alace in lit and lit ice ational ar

▶ View the Cathedral and Archbishop’s Palace in Zagreb, the Rector’s Palace and city walls in Dubrovnik and the lakes and waterfalls of Plitvice

ational ar

SAVE UP TO^ C390PP†

K**Price based on Switzerland and Austria departing April 08, 2018. Conditions apply.^Saving based on Switzerland and Austria departing June 24, 2018. Conditions apply.


K**Price based on Imperial Europe departing June 29, 2018. Conditions apply.^Saving based on Imperial Europe departing September 07, 2018. Conditions apply.


K**Price based on Balkan Delight departing April 07, 2018. Conditions apply.^Saving based on Balkan Delight departing September 08, 2018. Conditions apply.

Explore the Alpine landscapes of Austria, Switzerland, Liechtenstein and the northern fringes of Italy, following the Arlberg route into the Tyrol and the breathtaking scenery of the Wachau Valley. Cross the Tre Croci Pass to the heart of Italy’s Dolomites and spectacular Rhône Valley, enjoying beautiful Vienna, St. Moritz and Lake Geneva as you traverse the heart of Europe.

Magical cities of bridges, cathedrals, cobbled lanes, and castles – central Europe’s capitals put on a stately show in which the leads are played by Bohemian Prague, the eclectic Slovakian capital of Bratislava, and the beautiful Danube river featuring the regal cities of Vienna and Budapest where you’ll break bread with a local family and hear of their heart-warming WWII rescue.

The astonishing natural beauty and charming medieval cities of the Balkans show few signs of the con icts that ha e shaped this region. See the Sarajevo War Tunnels, the historic inner city of Split and Pearl of the Adriatic, Dubrovnik. Admire the longest and deepest fjord in Southern Europe and Plitvice’s crystal clear lakes, plunging waterfalls and emerald green landscapes.


**C$3625PP†Visits 4 Countries Code: SWAU


**C$2495PP†Visits 5 Countries Code: CEOX


**C$3195PP†Visits 3 Countries Code: BALK


SWITZERLAND AND AUSTRIA13

Days10

DaysBALKAN DELIGHT

IMPERIAL EUROPE 12Days

THREE OF OUR 15 CENTRAL ANDEASTERN EUROPE VACATIONS

13


YOUR INSIDER EXPERIENCES ▶ Be My Guest Visit Irina and her family in the wooden town of Vitoslavitskly – reminiscent of ‘Fiddler on the Roof’ – where you will see how traditional pancakes are made and learn about the art of traditional Russian liqueurs

▶ Authentic Accommodations Inspired by the era of Louis XVI, Copenhagen’s Hotel Phoenix has its origins in the late 17th century as the former home of a colonel of the Royal Life Guards

▶ Local Specialist For included sightseeing in Copenhagen, Stockholm, Helsinki, St. Petersburg and Moscow


YOUR INCLUDED SIGHTS ▶ City tour in Copenhagen, Stockholm, Helsinki,St. Petersburg and Moscow

▶ Orientation of Novgorod

▶ Visit the St. Peter and Paul Fortress and Hermitage Museum in St. Petersburg, Stockholm’s City Hall, the town of Tver, Kremlin Fort Novgorod and the Kremlin in Moscow

▶ View The Little Mermaid in Copenhagen and the Finlandia Hall in Helsinki


K**Price based on Capitals of the North departing July 15, 2018. Conditions apply.^Saving based on Capitals of the North departing May 13, 2018. Conditions apply.

Explore treasures and masterpieces in the north, where Vikings and czars once reigned. Let the natural wonders and beauty of the north dazzle you: Norway’s fjords, the colors of Copenhagen and the splendour of Scandinavia’s mountains. In St Petersburg, admire the spellbinding ‘onion dome’ architecture and the awe-ins iring tate ermitage museum once the off icial residence of the ussian monarchy. erience oth the expected and the unexpected.


From the Little Mermaid to the not so little Peter the Great – explore Northern Europe’s myths and legends, imperial landmarks and picturesque countryside. Travel from Copenhagen to Stockholm across the Øresund to the meadows of Smáland, shop in the market squares of Helsinki and marvel at the lavish testaments to Russian Imperialism in St. Petersburg and Moscow.


**C$3725PP†Visits 4 Countries Code: SCRU


13Days

NORTHERN EUROPE,SCANDINAVIA ANDRUSSIA

THREE OF OUR 4 SPECTACULAR NORTHERN EUROPE,SCANDINAVIA AND RUSSIA VACATIONS

14

4 TRIPS

St. Basil’s Cathedral, Moscow


YOUR INSIDER EXPERIENCES ▶ Be My Guest Visit Irina and her family in the wooden town of Vitoslavitskly – reminiscent of ‘Fiddler on the Roof’ – where you will see how traditional pancakes are made and learn about the art of traditional Russian liqueurs

▶ Authentic Accommodations Inspired by the era of Louis XVI, Copenhagen’s Hotel Phoenix has its origins in the late 17th century as the former home of a colonel of the Royal Life Guards

▶ Local Specialist For included sightseeing in Copenhagen, Stockholm, Helsinki, St. Petersburg and Moscow

▶ Hidden Treasure Enjoy at least one surprise Hidden Treasure

YOUR INCLUDED SIGHTS ▶ City tour in Copenhagen, Stockholm, Helsinki, St. Petersburg and Moscow

▶ Orientation of Novgorod

▶ Visit the St. Peter and Paul Fortress and Hermitage Museum in St. Petersburg, Stockholm’s City Hall, the town of Tver, Kremlin Fort Novgorod and the Kremlin in Moscow

▶ View The Little Mermaid in Copenhagen and the Finlandia Hall in Helsinki

YOUR INSIDER EXPERIENCES ▶ Be My Guest Enjoy dinner with the Øvre-Eide family on their livestock farm in Norway that has been a working farm since the Viking Ages

▶ Cultural Insight Take a ride on one of the most exciting train journeys in the world, past mountains and waterfalls through the scenic Norwegian countryside to Flåm

▶ Local Specialist For included sightseeing in Copenhagen, Oslo and Stockholm


YOUR INCLUDED SIGHTS ▶ City tour in Copenhagen, Oslo and Stockholm

▶ Orientation of Bergen

▶ Visit Odense where Hans Christian Anderson was born, Stavanger, the Sognefjord, Geiranger, the Stave Chuch at Lom, the Olympic town of Lillehammer, Hamar, Vigeland Sculpture Park in Oslo and Stockholm’s City Hall

▶ View The Little Mermaid in Copenhagen, Haakon’s Hall in Bergen, the Geirangerfjord and Oslo’s Royal Palace

YOUR INSIDER EXPERIENCES ▶ Be My Guest Anatolij and his family welcome you to their Belarus farmstead for a traditional lunch, rousing accordion choruses and, of course, a few shots of vodka

▶ Local Specialist For included sightseeing in St.Petersburg, Moscow, Minsk, Vilnius, Riga, Tallinn and Helsinki


YOUR INCLUDED SIGHTS ▶ City tour in St. Petersburg, Moscow, Minsk, Vilnius, Riga, Tallinn and Helsinki

▶ Visit the St. Peter and Paul Fortress and Hermitage Museum in St. Petersburg, the Kremlin in Moscow, the Peter and Paul Church in Vilnius, the Hill of Crosses in Siauliai and the Alexander Nevsky Cathedral in Tallinn

▶ View Red Square in Moscow, Nevsky Prospekt and St. Isaac’s Cathedral in St. Petersburg, the Finlandia Hall in Helsinki


K**Price based on Capitals of the North departing July 15, 2018. Conditions apply.^Saving based on Capitals of the North departing May 13, 2018. Conditions apply.


K**Price based on Scenic Scandinavia and its Fjords departing September 30, 2018. Conditions apply.^Saving based on Scenic Scandinavia and its Fjords departing June 10, 2018. Conditions apply.


K**Price based on Best of Finland, Russia and the Baltic States departing April 22, 2018. Conditions apply.^Saving based on Best of Finland, Russia and the Baltic States departing June 24, 2018. Conditions apply.

From the Little Mermaid to the not so little Peter the Great – explore Northern Europe’s myths and legends, imperial landmarks and picturesque countryside. Travel from Copenhagen to Stockholm across the Øresund to the meadows of Smáland, shop in the market squares of Helsinki and marvel at the lavish testaments to Russian Imperialism in St. Petersburg and Moscow.

Beyond the deep fjords, glaciers and islands that dot the Scandinavian coastline are distinctly different cultures that will make your visit to Norway, Sweden and Denmark a fascinating journey of discovery. Celebrate elegant and historic architecture, extreme natural beauty and the heritage of the Vikings as you travel from Copenhagen to Odense, Stavangar to Stockholm, with breathtaking views in between.

Explore the rare Baltic gems of Lithuania, Estonia, Latvia and Belarus along the seaway from Helsinki to St. Petersburg for fascinating insights into the heritage of the Tsars and days spent seeing the magnificent sights of Moscow. You’ll also wander through the ancient capitals of Riga, Vilnius and Minsk and the beautifully preserved streets of Talinn’s Haseatic Quarter.


**C$3725PP†Visits 4 Countries Code: SCRU


**C$4450PP†Visits 3 Countries Code: SCFA


**C$4250PP†Visits 6 Countries Code: SCEH


CAPITALS OF THE NORTH

13 Days

14 Days

BEST OF FINLAND, RUSSIA AND THE BALTIC STATES

SCENIC SCANDINAVIA AND ITS FJORDS

15 Days

THREE OF OUR 4 SPECTACULAR NORTHERN EUROPE, SCANDINAVIA AND RUSSIA VACATIONS

15


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