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Classic European Vistas: Cities, Mountains & Lakes

Duration
13 Days
Prices From:
AU$ 4,527

FIRST-CLASS | TAILOR-MADE: Follow in the footsteps of the Grand Tour, travelling from Paris to Milan on this sublime Europe vacation. Take in the sights and culture of some of the world’s great cities, and the spectacular natural beauty of the Alps.


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This 13-day trip through Europe connects its two most fashionable cities, Paris and Milan, weaving through beautiful Switzerland and northern Italy en route.

A four night stay gives you time to explore Paris in depth. Spend a day exploring with your hop-on, hop-off bus pass, taking in up to fifty popular tourist spots around the city. Multilingual commentary will help you put your discoveries into context as you uncover the tales of Paris. The following day takes you off the tourist trail to the Fragonard Perfume Museum. The sensory feast continues with lunch at La Boutique des Saveurs, along with a wine tasting, ideal for beginners, connoisseurs, and everyone in between. Your last full day in Paris includes a walking tour from Palais Royal to Opera Garnier, exploring the secret passageways and back alleys of Paris.

Go on to Switzerland, and the often-mentioned, but rarely understood city of Geneva. See the UN headquarters, the Flower Clock, and the Old Town on a guided tour. Then perhaps opt for a cruise on Lake Geneva to admire the snow-capped mountains, Bellerive Castle and other sights, all with commentary as you pass by. Then drive to Annecy, where canals and colourful houses create one of the most unique villages in the Alps. Another Alpine village awaits at Chamonix, where you’ll have the morning at leisure to explore before returning to Geneva.

Head to Milan, the fashion and financial capital of Italy. In Milan, a tour will help you get your bearings, taking in the famous boutiques, cathedrals, and natural attractions. Then take some time to explore on your own, but don’t bother trying to squeeze in a glimpse of The Last Supper. It’s included on the comprehensive da Vinci tour you’ll take the following day. Visit the Sala di Leonardo and see the Atlantic Codex, then skip the line at the Maria delle Grazie to see the famous painting.

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Duration
13 Days
Prices From:
AU$ 4,527

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Day 1

Paris Airport to Paris Central Hotels

Duration1 Hour

Eden Opera

The Eden Opera hotel has a privileged location in the very heart of Paris for your business or leisure trips. The hotel Eden Opera is located close to Montmartre, The Opera House Garnier, big department stores of Haussmann Boulevard and many theaters and cabarets as Mogador or Moulin Rouge.

Meal Plan Full Breakfast
Duration4 Nights
Accommodation

Eden Opera

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    Eden Opera



    The Eden Opera hotel has a privileged location in the very heart of Paris for your business or leisure trips. The hotel Eden Opera is located close to Montmartre, The Opera House Garnier, big department stores of Haussmann Boulevard and many theaters and cabarets as …

    The Eden Opera hotel has a privileged location in the very heart of Paris for your business or leisure trips. The hotel Eden Opera is located close to Montmartre, The Opera House Garnier, big department stores of Haussmann Boulevard and many theaters and cabarets as Mogador or Moulin Rouge.

    Facilities

    • 24 Hour Reception
    • Bar
    • Concierge
    • Elevator
    • Fax/Photocopying
    • Laundry Service
    • Lobby
    • Luggage Room

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Day 2

Paris Open Tour - Hop On/Off Bus 1 Day

Visit Paris boarding an open top bus "Open Tour Paris" and enjoy an exceptional view of Paris. Hop on Hop off as often as you please and see Paris in your own time and at your own pace with the 4 tour itineraries. Explore the Paris you have been looking for, historical, romantic, fashionable, fun and shopper friendly while listening to nice audio guided commentaries! Bus frequency gives you the opportunity to visit at your own pace the top monuments and to be seated comfortably each time you take the bus.

Duration12 Hours
Day 3

Eiffel Tower 2nd Fl + Cruise + Paris City Tour

Take a tour by air-conditioned panoramic coach and enjoy the opportunity to see Paris and learn about its history and most famous sights through an audio guide commentary. Marvel at Paris's best-known sights: Place Vendome Square, the Opera House, the Pantheon, the Luxembourg Palace and Gardens, the Orsay Museum, Place de la Concorde Square, the Champs-Elysees, the Arc de Triomphe (Arc of Triumph), and the Invalides.

At the foot of the Eiffel Tower, step aboard for an hour-long musical cruise along the Seine with an audio guide. Marvel at the amazing architecture of the heart of Paris's most prestigious monuments lining the banks of the Seine: the Louvre Museum, Notre Dame Cathedral, the Orsay Museum, the Conciergerie. Then, with your priority access, skip the line and speed up by elevator to the 2nd floor of the Eiffel Tower, Paris's most unmissable monument.

This tour ends at Place de Sydney.

Duration4 Hours
Day 4

Giverny and Versailles with Lunch

In the morning at Giverny you have a guided visit of part of the wonderful gardens. Then, you will be on your own to visit Claude Monet's house and studio. The driver/guide will also provide you with the entrance ticket to the new " Musee des Impressionnismes Giverny". Lunch is included at "the Moulin de Fourges" (drinks included). Then there is a pleasant drive through the countryside of the Seine Valley. At Versailles you have a guided visit of the gardens. Then visit with an audio guide the State Apartments of the Palace. Entrance tickets included.

Duration9 Hours
Day 5

Paris Hotel to Paris Train Station/Port

Duration1 Hour

Geneva Train Station to City Center

Duration0 Minutes

Novotel Centre Geneva

A stone's throw from Lake Geneva, discover the Novotel Genève Centre. For a business trip, family vacation or a romantic weekend break, relax and unwind in our spacious and comfortable rooms. Extremely convenient for business travelers, this 4-star hotel is close to a number of prestigious institutions and boasts 5 meeting rooms. Take a relaxing break in the steam room or work up a sweat in the fitness center. Sample healthy cuisine in the restaurant. Life is good at Novotel. Car park (max. height 5 ft. 7 in)

Meal Plan ROOM and ONLY
Duration3 Nights
Day 6

Geneva City Tour

This city sightseeing tour is a perfect introduction to Geneva. It is especially great if you've just arrived in the city and want to get a lay of the land. Geneva is a global city, home to many international groups, UN agency headquarters and other diplomatic organizations. On this brief city sightseeing tour, your local tour guide will show you where many of these famous organizations are housed, and introduce you to Geneva's top sights, like the Jet d'Eau on Lake Geneva. You will tour the city on a bus, and go for a ride on a mini-train to get a taste of Geneva's history. Then, your friendly local guide will lead you around Geneva's Old Town, entertaining you with facts about Swiss history.

Duration2 Hours
Day 7

Chamonix and Mont-Blanc

After boarding an air-conditioned coach in Geneva in the morning, relax on an unforgettable 1.5 hour drive across the Switzerland-France border and through the picturesque Arve Valley to Chamonix. This stunning Alpine village is situated at the foot of majestic Mont Blanc, the highest peak in Europe at 15,780 feet (4,800 meters).

For those crunched for time (or scared of heights), this option is ideal. When you arrive in Chamonix, you'll have the rest of the morning to explore independently. Enjoy picturesque mountain views around every corner as you discover the town's many delights, such as Parc Loisir, Musee Alpin, Lac Gaillands and Atelier Les Racines. Cozy up at a typical French bistro or chic Alpine chalet to indulge in the satisfying Savoyard specialty: fondue. Board the coach in the late afternoon for the ride back to Geneva.

Duration7 Hours
Day 8

Day at Leisure

Today is totally free and at leisure. You can take advantage of any optional activities available or simply relax.

Day 9

City Center to Geneva Train Station

Duration0 Minutes

Milan Train Station to Milan Hotel

Duration30 Minutes

Unahotels Cusani Milano

The Cusani Milano is a modern 4-star hotel is ideally situated between the Duomo and Castello Sforzesco, perfect for exploring Milan's historic center. Guests will enjoy its modern, spacious bedrooms and suites, renowned restaurant, meeting and business facilities and fully equipped fitness room. Other services the hotel offers are free WiFi, accessibility rooms and babysitting services.

Meal Plan Full Breakfast
Duration4 Nights
Accommodation

Unahotels Cusani Milano

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    Unahotels Cusani Milano



    The Cusani Milano is a modern 4-star hotel is ideally situated between the Duomo and Castello Sforzesco, perfect for exploring Milan's historic center. Guests will enjoy its modern, spacious bedrooms and suites, renowned restaurant, meeting and business facilities and fully equipped fitness room. Other services …

    The Cusani Milano is a modern 4-star hotel is ideally situated between the Duomo and Castello Sforzesco, perfect for exploring Milan's historic center. Guests will enjoy its modern, spacious bedrooms and suites, renowned restaurant, meeting and business facilities and fully equipped fitness room. Other services the hotel offers are free WiFi, accessibility rooms and babysitting services.

    Facilities

    • Breakfast Room
    • Cafe
    • Fitness Room
    • Free WiFi
    • Meeting Rooms
    • Restaurant

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Day 10

Day at Leisure

Today is totally free and at leisure. You can take advantage of any optional activities available or simply relax.

Day 11

Walking Tour and Da Vinci's Last Supper

Enjoy a small group tour of Milan and visit one of the world's most famous paintings at the Cenacola Museum, Leonardo's Last Supper.

Explore the heart of one of Italy's most vibrant city, the main industrial hub and futuristic metropolis, with a tour created to be the perfect mix of art and history. Led by an expert local tour guide, you will learn about Milan's history which dates back to 400 B.C. Once the epicenter of power, it was ruled by the Visconti family and cultivated by the Sforza lords, leaving behind the grandiose castle namesake, the city boasts a refined atmosphere and brilliant contemporary art scene, as well as unique artistic masterpieces. It was the home and workshop of Leonardo Da Vinci and many other artists.

On the walking tour, you will visit the square and see the stunning Duomo Cathedral and its flamboyant gothic pinnacles and gargoyles. Next, stroll down elegant shopping streets and wide avenues, as you discover the city's grandeur, its fine landmarks and palaces. Admire La Scala, one of the world's leading opera houses before reaching the Sforza Royal Palace. During your walking tour, you'll get an introduction to Milan's gastronomic culture with a typical food tasting. On the visit to the Cenacolo Museum, skip the line and enter the impressive masterpiece of Leonardo Da Vinci, "The Last Supper", wherein silent contemplation you will be able to witness the grandeur of this city and its soul, painted by one of mankind's greatest genius, Leonardo. This is a comprehensive tour into the heart and soul of Milan that will take you on a journey in time, from the past and a glance into the future.

Duration3 Hours
Day 12

Day at Leisure

Today is totally free and at leisure. You can take advantage of any optional activities available or simply relax.

Day 13

Milan Hotel to Linate Airport

Duration30 Minutes

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DEPARTURES:

Departs Mondays (subject to availability)

PRICE INCLUDES:

  • Private arrival and departure airport transfers
  • 4 nights in moderate accommodations in Paris
  • 3 nights in moderate accommodations in Geneva
  • 4 nights in deluxe accommodations in Milan
  • 1 day hop-on hop-off sightseeing pass
  • Small group "Paris Must Effel Tower plus Cruise" (max 8 guests)
  • Small group Giverny and Versailles tour (max 8 guests)
  • Private train station transfers in Paris and Geneva
  • Geneva city tour (max 40 guests)
  • Private train station transfers in Geneva and Milan
  • Milan City walking tour
  • Breakfast on days 1-4 and 10-13

PRICE EXCLUDES:

  • Travel insurance
  • International and domestic airfare & airfare taxes
  • Meals and beverages not mentioned
  • Gratuities
  • Items of a personal nature
  • Visa fees if applicable

TERMS AND CONDITIONS:

Prices are "from" per person based on twin/double share accommodation and for travel in low season. Seasonal surcharges and blackout dates may apply. Limited seat/spaces and all pricing is subject to change and availability. Rates for single or triple travellers are available on request - please inquire.

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15 Oct 2023
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