Day 01 :
Arrive into London
City Tour of London
Welcome
to London the land of Rich Heritage. Upon arrival our friendly tour manager
will greet you outside the customs area. We then board our air-conditioned
coach as we begin our Grand Tour of Europe. A local guide takes you on a
panoramic city tour of London. See Buckingham Palace, Westminster Abbey, the
Houses of Parliament, Big Ben and the Tower of London, home to the British
Crown Jewels. Also see Nelson's Column at Trafalgar Square, the statue of
Eros at Piccadilly Circus, St. Paul's Cathedral, the symbolic Tower Bridge,
the vast Hyde Park and London Eye, world's tallest Ferris wheel. We check
into the hotel after 1400 hrs. Your hotel has been especially chosen, making
it ideal for shopping and for your friends and relatives to visit you. The
evening is free for you to explore the city on your own. London offers some
of the best shopping in Europe at various famous shopping malls at High
Street right next to your hotel. Tonight you have the opportunity to explore
London's numerous restaurants and dine on your own. Overnight at luxury
hotel in London.
Day 02 :
Travel by the Eurostar
Orientation tour of Brussels
After a continental breakfast, we
proceed to Waterloo station to board the Eurostar. Relax in the comfort and
luxury of the ultra modern Eurostar as one of the world's fastest trains
takes you under the English Channel, to Brussels. On arrival in Brussels,
the Head Quarters of the European Union, we take you on an orientation tour
of the city. See the adorable Manneken Pis Statue, a charming fountain of a
little boy, today the symbol of Brussels. Visit the beautiful Grand Place
and see the Town Hall, Municipal Museum and ornate Guild houses. Also see
the Royal Palace, St. Michael's Cathedral and the mammoth Palace of Justice.
Next we stop at the Atomium - a structure representing the concept of an
iron molecule enlarged 165 billion times. Later we drive to Antwerp. Today,
enjoy a veg / non-veg dinner at an Indian restaurant. Overnight at Hotel in
Antwerp.
Day 03 :
Visit Madurodam
Visit the wooden
shoe factory
After a continental breakfast, we begin our journey to
Holland. We proceed to The Hague, political capital of The Netherlands. Here
we visit Madurodam, Holland in miniature. Feel like a giant amidst models of
palaces, canals, windmills, harbours, airports, and even doll-like figures
in postures of daily activities. We then stop at one of the windmills - a
symbol of Holland and a splendid backdrop for a family photograph. Later,
enjoy a demonstration on the art of making wooden shoes, at Ratterman's
Factory. Avail of the opportunity to shop for wooden shoes and other Dutch
souvenirs. We now proceed to Amsterdam. Discover Amsterdam in a novel
manner, as we take you on a cruise along its canals, the best way to see
this captivating city. We then visit the renowned Van Moppes Diamond
Factory. Enjoy a presentation on diamond cutting and shop for diamonds at
specially discounted prices for customers. Enjoy an Indian veg / non-veg
dinner. Overnight at a luxury Hotel in Holland.
Day
04 :
See the Cologne Cathedral
Enjoy the Rhine Cruise
After
a continental breakfast, we drive to Cologne, famous for Eau de Cologne and
the Cologne Cathedral. This 515 foot tall gothic Cathedral, which took
almost six centuries to build, can hold upto 40,000 people and is Germany's
most visited monument. Later, we drive into the Rhine valley, where we begin
our romantic Rhine Cruise. The enchanting Rhine river passes through four
countries. Our cruise takes us through the most romantic part of the River
Rhine, past the legendary Loreley Rock, medieval castles atop riverside
cliffs, vineyards and quaint towns with half timbered houses as the Rhine
meanders through the valleys. Along the whole length of the river, each
castle, island and even a rock boasts of it's own tale of chivalry and
legend. We continue our journey to Heidelberg. Enjoy an Indian veg / non-veg
dinner. Overnight at a luxury hotel in Heidelberg.
Day 05 :
Visit Heidelberg
Drive through the Black Forest
Visit the Rhine
Falls
Onto Switzerland
After a continental breakfast, we take
you for an orientation tour of Heidelberg, surrounded by mountains and
forests & spread on both sides of the river Neckar. Take this
opportunity to stroll through 'Altstadt', the old town, full of narrow
alleys, cobble-stoned streets and lined with ornate buildings, which include
the Town Hall, the church of the Holy Spirit and the Jesuit Church.
Experience the laid back atmosphere at the Market Square with it's fountain
of Hercules and many sidewalk cafes. Take a picture of the famed ruins of
the Heidelberg Castle, high up on the Konigstuhl Mountains. Later we journey
through the spectacular scenery of the Black Forest, home of the Cuckoo
Clock and Black Forest cakes. We stop at the Drubba Centre in the very heart
of the forest. Here you have an opportunity to buy Cuckoo Clocks and other
souvenirs at specially discounted prices for customers only. We then begin
our journey to Switzerland - a fascinating country known for its spectacular
mountain scenery, sparkling lakes and folklore traditions. As we arrive into
Switzerland, its sheer beauty will stun you. We drive to Schaffhausen, to
visit the mighty Rhine Falls. Admire the thundering beauty of Europe's most
powerful waterfalls. Later, we proceed to check into your hotel. Enjoy an
Indian veg / non- veg dinner. Overnight at luxury hotel in Switzerland.
Day 06 :
An option to visit Mt. Titlis, Lucerne, Hiflyer ride and
a Lake cruise
After a continental breakfast, the day is free for
you to explore this quaint Swiss town on your own. Or take this once in a
lifetime opportunity to visit Mt. Titlis, Lucerne, a cruise on Lake Lucerne
and a Hiflyer ride. We start the day with an excursion to Mt.Titlis, which
at 10,000 ft is the highest peak in central Switzerland. As you journey to
Mt. Titlis through a series of three different cable car rides, you will be
amazed as the scenery changes from green meadows, scenic lakes to snow clad
mountains. See over 200 cable cars with different flags of various nations.
Lookout for cable car # 73 that carries the Indian flag! The last leg of the
ascent will be in the world's first rotating cable car - the "Titlis
Rotair". At Mt. Titlis you have free time to play and enjoy in the
snow, visit the Ice Cave or just relax at the restaurant. At the Terrace on
top of the Mt. Titlis summit station, weather permitting, you could take an
unforgettable ride on the "Ice Flyer" an enclosed ski lift that
travels only a few meters over the Titlis Glacier. You have an opportunity
to get a picture at the Nostalgie Photo Studio, a perfect family memento.
Enjoy an Indian vegetarian lunch. We then proceed to Lucerne for an
orientation tour. Lucerne is one of the six most frequently visited cities
in the world. We see the Lion Monument, 'Lowendenkmal', hewn from a
limestone cliff to commemorate the bravery and loyalty of Swiss Guards. We
take you for a cruise on Lake Lucerne. Marvel at the attractive backdrop of
this city set amongst the snow-clad Central Alps. Then, (weather permitting)
take an exhilarating ride on the Hiflyer, a hot air balloon that takes you
140 metres high for a breathtaking view of Lucerne and the Alps. You have
free time at Schwanenplatz to shop for Swiss army knives, chocolates,
watches, souvenirs, etc. You could take a stroll across the Kappelbrucke,
the world's oldest covered wooden bridge originally built in 1333 over the
Reuss river, which leads you to the beautiful 17th century Jesuit Church.
Enjoy an Indian veg / non-veg dinner. Overnight at luxury hotel in
Switzerland.
Day 07 :
An Option to visit Jungfraujoch
and Interlaken
After a continental breakfast, the day is free to
explore this Swiss town on your own. Or take this opportunity to visit
Jungfraujoch and picturesque Interlaken. Our scenic drive to Jungfraujoch,
the highest altitude railway station in Europe at 11,133 ft. takes us along
lovely lakes and mountain passes. Marvel at the changes in alpine scenery as
your charming cog-wheel train takes you on a unique journey to Jungfrau, the
very Top of Europe. From the Sphinx Terrace, you can view the Jungfrau Peak
and the awesome Aletsch Glacier. Also visit the Ice Palace, where you see a
beautiful display of sculptures made of ice, while being encased in ice
yourself. Have a memorable encounter with eternal snow and ice at the
Plateau. Send a postcard to your friends and relatives from Europe's highest
altitude Post Office with it's special postmark. We then serve you an Indian
vegetarian lunch at Jungfraujoch, the Top of Europe. Later we proceed to
Interlaken, one of Switzerland's best-known health and pleasure resorts,
nestled between lakes and splendid mountains. Here, you have free time to
relax at the numerous cafes or shop for souvenirs, Swiss watches etc. Enjoy
an Indian veg / non-veg dinner. Overnight at Hotel.
Day 08 :
Onto Venice - the City of Canals
City Tour of Venice
After a continental breakfast, we start our journey towards Venice, the
romantic Canal City of Italy. Our scenic drive takes us through picturesque
lakes and tunnels as we journey from the Swiss to the Italian Alps. We
arrive in Venice, an archipelago of 118 islands, 150 canals and 400 bridges.
We drive over Mussolini's Bridge of Liberty and then take a boat ride to St.
Mark's Square, the very heart of Venice. Here see the historic Ducal Palace,
the infamous prison, the Bridge of Sighs, the exquisite Clock Tower and the
baroque splendor of St. Marks Basilica. We then visit the Murano Glass
factory where a master craftsman will demonstrate the art of creating the
famous Venetian blown glass. Do not miss this opportunity to buy souvenirs
at specially discounted prices. We return to St. Mark's Square, the most
photographed Square in the World, where you have free time to feed the
pigeons, look for souvenirs and soak in the atmosphere of this charming
city. Enjoy an Indian veg / non-veg dinner. Overnight at a luxury Hotel in
Venice.
Day 09 :
City tour of Florence
Birthplace
of the Renaissance
Onto Rome
After you have enjoyed a
continental breakfast at your hotel, we journey towards the city of
Florence, the enchanting art capital of Italy. En route, we pass through the
Po valley and Apennine Mountains. Today you have a chance to shop for
Italian leather and souvenirs. In Florence see the impressive Duomo, the
14th century Palazzo Vecchio Tower, the Basilica of Santa Croce and Ponte
Vecchio, Florence's most distinctive bridge on the Arno River. Visit the
Piazelle Michelangelo, for a breathtaking bird's eye view of Florence. Take
a picture with the Statue of David, originally created by Michelangelo.
Thereafter we proceed to Rome. Enjoy a veg / non-veg dinner at an Indian
restaurant. Overnight at a Luxury Hotel in Rome.
Day 10 :
City tour of Rome - the Eternal City
Visit the Vatican State
Onto Pisa
After a continental breakfast, we take you for a guided
city tour of Rome. Visit the Piazza Venezia. See the colossal Victor
Emmanuel II Monument, built to commemorate the 50th anniversary of Italian
re-unification. Relive the thrills of historic Rome at the ancient Roman &
Imperial Forums. Come face to face with the gigantic Colosseum - the symbol
of Rome. It is said that when the Colosseum falls, Rome will fall and the
world will follow. Visit the splendid Trevi Fountain. A Roman legend assures
your return to Rome if you throw a coin in the fountain. Visit the Vatican,
the world's smallest nation and the seat of Christianity and St. Peters
Basilica, the world's largest cathedral, which will amaze you with its size,
beauty and splendour.
Due to Rome Traffic Regulations, the roads may
be closed to private coaches entering the city. This may force us to modify
/ change / alter the sight seeing in Rome. The sight seeing will then have
to be done by foot / public transportation.
We then say 'Arrividerci
Roma' and proceed towards Pisa. Enjoy a continental veg / non-veg dinner.
Overnight at a luxury hotel in Pisa.
Day
11 :
See the Leaning Tower of Pisa
Onto Geneva
City tour of
Geneva
After a continental breakfast, we proceed to visit the "Field
of Miracles", wherein stands the grand Romanesque Pisan styled marble
Cathedral. See the Baptistery and the bell tower, known throughout the world
as the Leaning Tower of Pisa. Remember to take a photograph of your family
against this wonder of the world. We then begin our scenic drive to Geneva
an elegant city situated by the shores of Lake Geneva. On arrival, we take
you on a city tour of Geneva. We drive through the Ariana Park area, past
the Palais des Nations, the European arm of the UNO and the Red Cross. See
the famous Broken Chair and the Brunswick Monument. Drive over the famous
Mont Blanc Bridge with the River Rhone on one side and Lake Geneva on the
other. You have free time to stroll through the exquisite English Gardens.
Remember to take pictures of your family at the Floral Clock, a symbol of
Geneva and the Jet d'Eau, the worlds tallest fountain shooting upto 145
meters This evening, enjoy an Indian veg / non-veg dinner. Overnight at
luxury hotel in Geneva.
Day 12 :
Onto Paris, the City of
Romance
See the Eiffel Tower
After a continental breakfast,
we begin our journey to Paris, the fashion capital of the world. On arrival
in Paris we take you to see the Eiffel Tower, the Symbol of Paris. The view
from the 1st level will leave you breathless. The evening is free for you to
relax and explore this glamorous city on your own. Enjoy an Indian veg /
non-veg dinner. Overnight at a luxury hotel in Paris.
Day 13
:
City Tour of Paris
Visit Benlux duty free shop
Optional
'Grand Evening in Paris'
After a continental breakfast, we proceed
on a city tour of Paris, conducted by a local guide. Experience Paris in all
its charm, glamour and glory. See Place de la Concorde, the majestic Arc de
Triomphe, the fashionable Champs Elysees, the magnificent Opera, the famous
Notre Dame Cathedral and of course, the incomparable Eiffel Tower. We go
past the Louvre, the most prestigious museum in the world. See the grand
dome of Invalides and the splendid Ritz hotel at the Vendome Square. Later
we take you shopping at the famous Benlux duty free shop. Shop for perfumes,
cosmetics, etc. at discounted prices exclusively for clients. The evening is
free for you to relax and explore this glamorous city on your own. Or, you
have the option of treating yourself to a 'Grand Evening in Paris', an
exciting Optional package that combines fun and entertainment. The Grand
Evening includes a romantic cruise on the River Seine. You will be enchanted
as you pass by many of the Parisian monuments. See famous landmarks
magically lit-up on a fabulous illumination tour of Paris - the city of
lights. For the grand finale of the day, we have in store for you the finest
and most dazzling combination of beauty, rhythm and gaiety at Paradis Latin.
Built in 1889 and partially designed by Gustave Eiffel, the Paradis Latin is
perhaps the most Parisian of the great cabarets, both exciting and romantic.
Experience the magic and charm of its elegant surroundings, striking
ballets, shimmering costumes and talented dance troupes. Share a
complimentary bottle of champagne with your spouse and also enjoy an Indian
veg / non-veg dinner. Overnight at luxury hotel in Paris.
Day
14 : Departure to you respective onward destination.
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