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Tour Description
Visit many of the famous cities and sights in Europe, with two-night stays in Lucerne, Vienna, Venice, Rome, Nice, Barcelona, Madrid, and Paris. Then there's the high-speed Eurostar train ride from London to Brussels, a canal cruise in Amsterdam, a Rhine cruise, the Black Forest, the Rhine Falls, Liechtenstein, Innsbruck, a walking tour with a Local Guide in Salzburg, a private boat transfer in Venice, the Leaning Tower of Pisa, St. Paul de Vence, Arles, Burgos, Bilbao with a visit to the Guggenheim Museum, Biarritz, and Bordeaux.
From there you'll take the high-speed 'TGV' train to Paris. Sightseeing in all major cities includes the major sights, as well as highlight features such as the Doges' Palace, the Colosseum, Sistine Chapel, Michelangelo's David, the Prado Museum in Madrid, and a ride up to the second floor of the Eiffel Tower. You'll see all the European continental coasts: the English Channel, the North Sea coast, the Italian and French Rivieras, and the Bay of Biscay. No other holiday offers so much. Included Features
- LONDON-BRUSSELS: By high-speed Eurostar train.
- BRUSSELS: Visit Grand'Place; welcome dinner.
- Amsterdam: Canal cruise; diamond centre.
- COLOGNE: Visit the cathedral.
- RHINE CRUISE.
- HEIDELBBERG: Take pictures of the castle.
- BLACK FOREST & RHINE FALLS.
- Lucerne: Walking tour including the Lion Monument & Chapel Bridge.
- VADUZ: Visit the capital of Liechtenstein.
- Innsbruck: Walk to the Golden Roof.
- SALZBURG: Guided walking tour visit Mirabell Gardens and St. Peter's Churchyard.
- Vienna: Guided sightseeing, visit the Strauss House.
- VENICE: Private boat ride; guided walking tour, visit St. Mark's Square & Basilica, Doges' Palace and the Bridge of Sighs; glassblowers' demonstration.
- ROME: Guided sightseeing, visit the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel, St. Peter's Square and Basilica, the Colosseum and Roman Forum.
- FLORENCE: Guided walking tour, visit Michelangelo's David, and Signoria Square.
- PISA: Marvel at the legendary Leaning Tower.
- NICE: Visit perfume factory; excursion to St. Paul de Vence.
- ARLES: Walk to the Roman Amphitheater.
- BARCELONA: Guided sightseeing, visit the gothic quarter; take pictures of the Sagrada Familia Basilica.
- MADRID: Guided sightseeing, visit the Prado Museum.
- BURGOS: Visit.
- BILBAO: Guided visit to the Guggenheim Museum.
- BIARRITZ: Visit the seaside resort.
- BORDEAUX: Orientation drive.
- BORDEAUX-PARIS: By high-speed TGV train (first-class).
- PARIS: Guided sightseeing, ascend the Eiffel Tower: farewell dinner at a local restaurant
- Inside visits and special features are shown in UPPERCASE in the tour description, including admission charges where applicable.
Tour Meals
- Full buffet breakfast (B); 11 three-course dinners (D), including a welcome dinner in Brussels and a special farewell dinner with wine in Paris
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London - Brussels, Belgium.
Meet your Tour Director and travelling companions and board the EUROSTAR TRAIN to Brussels. Walk to GRAND' PLACE and see famous Manneken Pis, followed by a welcome dinner at your hotel. (D)
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Brussels - Amsterdam, Holland.
In Amsterdam, enjoy a CANAL CRUISE, the best way to see the 700-year old capital, and visit a major DIAMOND CENTRE. Later, how about an optional excursion to Volendam? (B/D)
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Amsterdam - Cologne - Heidelberg, Germany - Rhineland
Past the locale of A Bridge Too Far on the way to Cologne. Here, visit the gothic CATHEDRAL. The afternoon's highlight is a romantic RHINE CRUISE. Arrive in Heidelberg and take pictures of its castle. (B/D)
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Rhineland - Lucerne, Switzerland.
Morning stop in the BLACK FOREST. Next, take pictures of the thundering RHINE FALLS and continue to Lucerne. (B/D)
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Lucerne.
During your walking tour, admire the LION MONUMENT and cross the famous covered CHAPEL BRIDGE to the Jesuit Church. Afterwards, shop for Swiss watches and choose from our optional activities: climb a mountain by cable car, take a cruise on the fjord-like lake, or sign up for a folklore party. (B)
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Lucerne - Liechtenstein - Innsbruck, Austria - Salzburg.
A short stop in Vaduz, capital of the pocket-sized Principality of Liechtenstein. Next is Innsbruck, Austria's Olympic resort in the Tyrolean mountains. Walk to Emperor Maximilian's GOLDEN ROOF before continuing to Salzburg. (B/D)
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Salzburg - Vienna.
A pleasant stroll with your Local Guide takes you through the historic centre. Admire exquisite MIRABELL GARDENS, the Great Festival Hall, and ST. PETER'S CHURCHYARD. Then, drive along the Danube Valley to Vienna. (B)
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Vienna.
Guided sightseeing features Prater Park with its Ferris wheel, the United Nations City, the State Opera House, the Jewish quarter, St. Stephen's Cathedral, a stop at the Hofburg Palace, and a visit to STRAUSS HOUSE. Optional excursions to Schonbrunn Palace or to Grinzing are available. (B)
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Vienna - Venice, Italy.
Journey across scenic Semmering Pass to Venice. Tonight is your chance to sample the city's fine restaurants. (B)
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Venice.
Enter in style by PRIVATE BOAT. Highlights of your guided walking tour are ST. MARK'S SQUARE and its BASILICA, lavish DOGES' PALACE and the BRIDGE OF SIGHS. Also enjoy a GLASSBLOWERS' DEMONSTRATION. (B/D)
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Venice - Rome.
A scenic drive across the wooded Apennines brings you to the "Eternal City." (B)
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Rome.
Sightseeing with your Local Guide starts with a visit to the VATICAN MUSEUMS and SISTINE CHAPEL. Continue to monumental ST. PETER'S SQUARE and BASILICA. Also visit the COLOSSEUM and the ROMAN FORUM. (B)
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Rome - Florence - Tuscany.
In Florence, enjoy a walking tour with a Local Guide and visit Michelangelo's celebrated David in the ACADEMY OF FINE ARTS. Admire the CATHEDRAL, and also visit sculpture-studded SIGNORIA SQUARE. (B/D)
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Tuscany. Excursion To Pisa.
Focus on Pisa this morning and take pictures of its famous Leaning Tower. The afternoon is at leisure. This evening, you may wish to join an optional dinner to a fine Tuscan restaurant to try out the local specialties. (B)
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Tuscany - Nice, France.
Enjoy a scenic drive along the Italian and French Riviera, and a stop at a PERFUME FACTORY. Tonight, an optional excursion is available to Monte Carlo. (B)
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Nice. Excursion To St. Paul De Vence.
This morning, visit the picturesque hilltop town of St. Paul de Vence. Afternoon and evening at leisure. (B)
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Nice - Arles - Barcelona, Spain.
In Arles, walk to the famous Roman Amphitheater and enjoy free time. Next, continue to the Spanish border. Overnight in Barcelona. (B/D)
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Barcelona.
Sightseeing with a Local Guide features the spectacular Sagrada Familia, Gaudi's masterpiece, and a panoramic view of the city and harbour from Montjuic Hill. Also visit the GOTHIC QUARTER. Afternoon at leisure. (B)
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Barcelona - Madrid.
Rustic Catalonian and Aragonian landscapes on your journey to Madrid, the capital of Spain since 1561. (B)
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Madrid.
Guided sightseeing features the highlights of Madrid. Then, a visit to the palatial PRADO MUSEUM with its priceless art treasures. Enjoy free time afterwards. (B)
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Madrid - Burgos - Bilbao.
North to Burgos for a short visit, then, continue to Bilbao and visit the famous GUGGENHEIM MUSEUM. (B/D)
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Bilbao - Biarritz, France - Bordeaux.
Visit Biarritz, an ancient fishing village turned trendy seaside resort. Continue through the Landes region to Bordeaux and enjoy an orientation tour. (B/D)
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Bordeaux - Paris.
Travel by high-speed TGV TRAIN to Paris. Afternoon at leisure or join an optional excursion to the Louvre Museum. Tonight, a lively cabaret show might just be the ticket! (B).
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Paris.
Morning sightseeing with a Local Guide includes the most famous sights and a visit to the second floor of the EIFFEL TOWER. An optional excursion to Versailles Palace is available. This evening, enjoy a farewell dinner with wine at one of Paris' fine restaurant. Afterwards, you may wish to join an optional drive through the "City of Light." (B/D)
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Paris - London, England.
Board the EUROSTAR TRAIN to London, arriving in the afternoon, where the holiday ends. (B)
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25 Day Europe In Depth Reviews
Tour reviews from past clients of Global Journeys.
1 Reviews,
Average Rating 4.0
of 5.
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The tour was above expectation. The tour guide was very knowledgable, approachable, helpful and entertaining. The bus driver was second to none. The extra tours on offer were excellent. Would not hesitate to recomment Globus Tours to any prospective traveller. One of the bonus' to your guided tours is your access to famous landmarks. (Coliseum, Vatican City, The Louvre, Eiffel Tower, Moulin Rouge just to name a few). Having caught the travel bug, will be checking Global Journeys web site for our next adventure.
Russell & Lynette Lissa (Australia)
Tour Date 03/04/2011 |
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General Information
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Tour Operator: Globus Tours
The combination of popular and innovative destinations, flawless service, and integrity, have earned Globus an enviable record in the travel industry. Customer loyalty is such that seven out of ten Globus customers have travelled with Globus before or have been recommended by past travellers - a notable achievement in a highly competitive industry. When it comes to escorted touring, Globus offers the finest first class tours throughout Europe, North America, South America and Asia.
Tour Type: Discovery
Ideal for the traveller who wishes to see it all at the right pace, accompanied by a professional Tour Director. Choose from Europe indepth or a specific area of Europe. These holidays will familiarize you with European culture while we handle all the details.
Frequently Asked Questions
Globus vacations are designed to offer you flexibility, choice, and a pace that best fits the way you want to travel. Globus offers MORE included features, MORE quality hotels, and MORE experience with over 80 years of taking travelers on unforgettable journeys. In addition, Globus offers MORE value with an average price less per day than our nearest competitor. The safety of our travelers and the richness of our vacations is a priority and it is what has made Globus the worldwide leader in travel and name you can trust.
Travel documents, including any paper tickets or e-ticket itineraries and other information, are sent approximately two to three weeks prior to departure from your home country, provided full payment has been received.
The average number of people on a Globus tour is 38, and we limit the number of tour members on our tours to a maximum of 44. This ensures smaller groups giving you more space, comfort and legroom. However our Platinum Collection tours carry a maximum of 40 passengers.
If there is ever a time you'll appreciate choosing Globus, it's when you board our luxury coaches. In Europe for instance, we limit our group size to just 44 people with the average group size being 38, this means fewer seats providing extra legroom for greater comfort. With panoramic windows, air-conditioning, state-of-the-art sound system and reclining seats, you'll journey in style when travelling from one superb destination to the other. Our Platinum Collection tours carry a maximum of 40 passengers. We offer daily rotation of seating, which gives everyone a variety of views.
Your tour director will accompany you from the start to the end of your tour, educating you on the places and the history of the destination. Local guides are included in many cities to give you in-depth information on the culture, history and attractions of the city. Both Tour Director and Local Guides have a passion for travel, people and the destination and look forward to sharing their passion with you. If you chose to book either a "pre" or "post" - vacation extension, please note that your Tour Director may not escort you during this part of your vacation. However, in such cases, a Local Host will be available should you require any assistance.
It is customary worldwide to pay tips to Tour Directors and Drivers on all international vacations and these are not included in your quote. The option to prepay these tips prior to departure is possible however. Please ask your consultant to include this in your quote. You will receive Gratuity vouchers with your travel documents and all you need to do is give this to the Tour Director and driver or Cruise Director and ship's crew at the end of the vacation.
Yes, Globus offers over 200 tours worldwide and it is not possible to include these all in our brochures. All tours are featured on this site and it has been designed to make it easy for you to find the right tour by simply search via the destination to which you want to travel.
Have you considered pre or post tour accommodation? We offer fantastic rates hard to find elsewhere and this may enable you to select sequential tours with minimal disruption to your intended travel plans.
Globus uses the Eurostar for all channel crossing from London to Europe. The Eurostar takes you from the heart of London to the centre of Paris in 2 hours 15 minutes or Brussels in around 2 hours, while other operators will travel all day using coach, ferry and coach. With Globus you effective get an extra half day to explore in each direction.
Unlike other tour operators Globus has 50 hosts located at the airport and in each of our London hotels, so you only have to walk to the lobby not half way across London for assistance. Your host is there to help you with all your questions on London, they will provide you with maps, directions and a wide range of tours to ensure you see the best of London. Whether it be a city orientation tour, or dinner and a West End show your host will provide you with all the information and assistance you require.
Globus do not take reservations on a "share" basis. Sidestep the single room supplement by travelling with a friend if you can.
We have a dedicated section on our website providing more detailed information on Globus including FAQ's on what you need to know before, during and after your travel; as well as information on their 'Touring Styles', and a comprehensive search facility to enable you to easily find more of their tours. Read more> (NB: This link will take you away from this tour itinerary page).
Airport Transfer Information
Globus tour members may reserve our airport transfer service at AU$ 25 per person one way on the tour start and end date of the tour (Excluding tours during the London Olympics, contact us for details) and are available for flights arriving/departing, within the following times. Please see travel documents for full details regarding set pick-up times at designated airport locations.
For very early departures, please note that breakfast cannot be included.
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6am - 3pm |
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Milan (Malpensa) |
7am - 3 pm |
| Athens |
24 hours |
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Milan (Linate) |
7am - 3pm |
| Barcelona |
7am - 3pm |
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Moscow |
6am - 3pm |
| Berlin |
6am - 4pm |
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Munich |
6am - 3pm |
| Brussels |
6am - 3pm |
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Naples |
7am - 6pm |
| Budapest |
6am - 3pm |
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Nice |
7am - 3pm |
| Cairo |
24 hours |
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Oslo |
6am - 4pm |
| Copenhagen |
6am - 4pm |
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Paris (Charles de Gaulle) |
6am - 2pm |
| Dublin |
6am - 1pm |
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Paris (Orly) |
6am - 2pm |
| Edinburgh |
6am - 3pm |
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Prague |
6am - 3pm |
| Frankfurt |
6am - 3pm |
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Rome (Fiumicino) |
24 hours |
| Glasgow |
6am - 2pm |
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St. Petersburg |
7am - 3pm |
| Istanbul |
24 hours |
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Venice |
7am - 3pm |
| Lisbon |
6am - 4pm |
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Vienna |
6am - 3pm |
| London (Heathrow) |
24 hours |
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Warsaw |
6am - 3pm |
| London (Gatwick) |
6am - 3pm |
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Zurich (Arrival) |
6am - 3pm |
| Madrid |
6am - 3pm |
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Zurich (Departure) |
10am - 3pm |
| Malaga |
7am - 2pm |
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Note: Airport transfers can be arranged when you purchase extra nights before or after the tour - airport transfer tarriffs will be outlined in your quote.
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