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Day 1 : Hometown -- London (Britain)
Our Golden Highlights tour in Europe begins as we board our comfortable flight to London, the capital of Britain.
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Day 2 : London (L)
Upon arrival, we first stop at Chinatown for a Cantonese style dim sum lunch. Our panoramic city tour includes the Big Ben Clock, Westminster Abbey, Parliament building, Tower Bridge, St. Paul’s Cathedral, Buckingham Palace (photo stop). And a special visit to British Museum (Note: No compensation will be given if the Museum is closed)
Hotel: Holiday Inn M4 or Park Inn Heathrow London or similar class hotel. -
Day 3 : London -- Rome (Italy) (B/D)
Depart London for Rome,.a 28centuries old city famed as the eternal city. After arrival, we begin our panoramic city tour, which includes Piazza Venezia, Independence Monument, Roman Forum, Constantine’s Arch, Colosseum. We end our tour at the spectacular Trevi Fountain, where you may want to throw a coin into to the fountain to ensure your return to Rome.
Hotel: Holiday Inn Eur Parco De Medici or similar class hotel. -
Day 4 : Rome -- Vatican -- Pisa -- Florence (B/D)
Visit Vatican this morning, sightseeing includes ST. Peter’s Basilica, the largest church in the world, and St. Peter’s Square. Depart north to Pisa to see the Leaning Tower of Pisa, one of the Seven Wonders of the World. We then drive to Florence for the night, the birthplace of the Italian Renaissance, the cultural and artistic heart of Italy.
Hotel: Starhotel Vespucci or similar class hotel. -
Day 5 : Florence -- Venice (B/D)
Our morning walking tour takes in the Duomo (Santa Maria del Fiore), Ghiberti’s “Gates of Paradise” (Baptistery), Giotto’s Campanile, the birth house of the poet Dante, Piazza della Signoria, Palazzo Vecchio, and Piazza Santa Croce. There is a free time for shopping your beloved souvenirs. Continue driving to the most enchanting city in Italy, Venice.
Hotel: Sheraton Padova or similar -
Day 6 : Venice -- Milan (B/L)
Venice, made up of 118 islands, 150 canals and 400 bridges, is one of the most beautiful cities in the world. Upon arrival, transfer to St. Marco island by fast boat. Our sightseeing includes Piazza San Marco, Basilica St. Marco, Doge’s Palace, Bridge of Sighs and the Campanile. If time allows, a visit to a glass factory. We recommend a leisurely and smooth gondola ride (optional). After lunch, we drive to Milan , the second largest city in Italy, our orientation city tour takes in the Cathedral of Milan (Duomo), La Scala, Da Vinci Statue, and the world-famous Milan opera house.
Hotel: Holiday Inn or Crown Plaza Milan Linate or similar class hotel. -
Day 7 : Milan -- Lucerne (Switzerland) (B/D)
A scenic drive to Switzerland, we arrive at the foothills of Mount Titlis. If you desire, your may take the optional tour up to the top of Mt. titlis by cable car for a fantastic bird’s eye view of the surrounding snow covered peaks. Perhaps have some shopping or have a drink in one of the outdoor café. Then we proceed to Lucerne, enjoy free time to shop for Swiss watches , other Swiss specialties and photo stop at Kapell Bridge.
Hotel: Astoria Hotel or similar class hotel. -
Day 8 : Lucerne -- Paris (France) (B/D)
This morning, a quick photo stop at the Lion Monument, a homage to the bravery and loyalty of Swiss guards. Today, a an unforgettable journey through a beautiful rural France of charming villages, picture perfect vineyards and magnificent chateau. After arriving at Paris, we are transferred to the town for dinner. After dinner, an optional tour of River Seine Cruise and Paris night tour.
Hotel: Holiday Inn Versailles Bougival or similar class hotel. -
Day 9 : Paris (B/D)
The highlight today is a guided tour of Louvre Museum (licensed guide and entrance fee included), During the tour, we will see some of the best-known art masterpieces in the world. This afternoon is free for leisure, or joining an optional tour to Versailles Palace, Tonight, enjoy an elegant French dinner of escargots, goose liver pate etc.
Hotel: Holiday Inn Versailles Bougival or similar -
Day 10 : Paris -- Brussels (Belgium) (B)
Our morning city tour visits Eiffel Tower, Notre Dame Cathedral, Triumphal Arch, pass by Place de la Concord and Champs-Élysées, etc A quick stop at a well-known tax-free store before leave Paris. We then travel to capital of Belgium, Brussels, We first make a photo stop at Atomium, continue visit stops at the splendid Grand Place, famed for its renaissance style guild houses and the flamboyant Gothic city hall; and the world famous Manneken Pis Statue.
Hotel: Holiday Inn or Crowne Plaza Brussels Airport or similar class hotel. -
Day 11 : Brussels -- Amsterdam (Holland) (B/D)
A scenic drive takes us to Amsterdam, our first visit “ Windmill Village”. And we attend a live demonstration to see how the famous Dutch wooden shoes are made and then go for a tasting of delicious, locally made cheese. An canal cruise is included. Amsterdam is one of the most important diamond processing centers in the world; we’ll take the opportunity to visit a well-known diamond factory. After dinner, we take a walking tour of the city’s famous red light district (photography not allowed).
Hotel: Schiphol A4 or similar -
Day 12 : Amsterdam -- London -- Hometown (B)
An early morning flight to London for connection with your homebound flight. Stay behind London is allowed, please contact your travel agents for more information.
Operated by Grand Holidays
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Departure Date: Every Fri
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New YorkTour Price Fuel Surcharge Tour Price Fuel Surcharge Tour Price Fuel Surcharge 10/1-10/21 2449 289 2449 289 2299 289 10/22-12/20 2299 289 2299 289 2199 289 12/21-12/23 2449 289 2449 289 2299 289 12/24-3/31/2011 2299 289 2299 289 2199 289 **Price is subject to change without prior notice
Remark:
Tax charge from $260 up
Child Price: without bed: 80% of Adult fare
with bed: 90% of Adult
Single Supplement: 599
Land Only : $1999(incl domestic tkt + tax/Fuel $146)
Weekend Surcharge: $35 each way
Change date Penalty: $200
Ticket Validity: 6 months
Booking class: "N" , upsell " X" + $50 & " Q" + $100 each way
Stopover surcharge: London Free
Add on Zone Chart Zone Cities Add-On VIA 0 DEN 320 NYC 1 BOS 50 Non Stop NYC fare 2 MIA/MCO 80 Non Stop NYC fare 3 ATL, CHS, DAY, JAX, MCO, ORD, ORF 230 NYC 4 WAS/CHI 50 Non Stop NYC fare 5 HOU 300/260 NYC/WAS/ORD 6 STL 300/100 NYC/ORD 7 AUS, CUN, DFW, SAT, SJU, STT, TUL 320 NYC 8 CLE, CMH, CVG, DAY, DTT, ORF, PIT, RDU, RIC, YOW 200 NYC 9 LAS, PSP, RNO 130/150 SFO/LAX Hotel: Accommodation at business class hotels throughout
Food: Daily American style buffet breakfast at hotel
Virgin Atlantic Airlines’ non-stop flights to London from both East & East coasts, avoid the hassle of changing flights/airports and time wasted. Sightseeing: Highlights included the Leaning Tower of Pisa, Holland Windmill Village to see how the famous Dutch wooden shoes are made and taste delicious cheese, Switzerland Mount Range (not included cable car ticket). Visit to the Louvre Museum, British Museum and canal cruise in Amsterdam.
Hotel: Accommodation at business class hotels throughout
Food: Daily American style buffet breakfast at hotel
Guide: A professional, bilingual (English/Chinese) tour guide escorting the tour group throughout the trip.
Guide: A professional, bilingual (English/Chinese) tour guide escorting the tour group throughout the trip.




