Europe at a glance 17 days

ITINERARY

DAY 1: MADRID

Arrive at the airport 3 hours before departure of the transatlantic flight to MADRID. Dinner and overnight on board.

DAY 2: MADRID

Arrival in MADRID, welcome and transfer to your hotel by our correspondent. Accommodation

DAY 3: MADRID

Breakfast. In the morning panoramic city tour with local guide, visiting the Plaza de España, Cibeles Fountain, Plaza de Oriente, Puerta de Alcalá, University City, etc. In the afternoon we suggest an optional visit to the imperial city of Toledo, Spain's national monument of art and history. Enjoy Toledo's past on a walk through cobblestone alleys and explore the medieval architecture and fortified walls of the World Heritage City. Accommodations. On tours departing on Saturdays you will have 1 night at the beginning of the tour in Madrid and 2 nights at the end of the tour together with the visit of Madrid.

DAY 4: MADRID - SAN SEBASTIÁN - LOURDES

Breakfast. Departure to San Sebastian, one of the most beautiful cities in Spain. Time to stroll through its old town. Continuation to the French Pyrenees region. Arrival in Lourdes. Free time to attend the impressive procession of the Torches (there are days when it is not celebrated) and visit the Holy Grotto where, according to tradition, the Virgin appeared to Bernadette (arrival time permitting). Lodging.

DAY 5: LOURDES - BLOIS - ORLÉANS

Breakfast. Departure through beautiful landscapes of the French countryside to Blois, historic city located on the banks of the Loire and one of the most representative sites of the region, with its important Royal Castle. Continuation to Orleans. Free time. Overnight stay.

DAY 6: ORLÉANS - PARIS

Breakfast. Departure to the French capital. Arrival and panoramic tour of the City of Light, walking along the Avenue des Champs Elysees, Arc de Triomphe, Eiffel Tower, Ile de la Cité, etc. Short time to visit the Miraculous Medal. Afternoon free to explore the city or take the optional excursion of Illuminations and Cruise on the Seine or a special evening enjoying a cabaret show at the Lido. Lodging.

DAY 7: PARIS

Breakfast. Free day for optional excursions to Versailles, visit the Louvre Museum and the Notre Dame Cathedral or visit the bohemian district of Montmartre, meeting place of painters, writers and artists. Lodging.

DAY 8: PARIS - DIJON - ZURICH

Breakfast. Departure to Dijon, you can stroll through its medieval historic center where you will find one of the oldest museums in France, the Museum of Fine Arts. Continue to Switzerland. Arrival in Zurich, time to stroll in this beautiful Swiss city, optionally you can take the guided tour where we will visit the Bahnhofstrasse, the Lindenhof hill, the old district of miners and fishermen Schippe, and the oldest bridge in Zurich Rathaus-Brücke where the City Hall is located on the shore of the lake, etc.. Lodging.

DAY 9: ZURICH - LUCERNE - VADUZ (LIECHTENSTEIN) - INNSBRUCK

Breakfast. Departure to Lucerne, located on the shores of Lake Lucerne, which has preserved its medieval charm in its buildings, squares and narrow streets. Optionally you can make an excursion to Mount Titlis: you will ascend by cable car to the top of the snowy mountains of the Swiss Alps, appreciating the beautiful scenery and enjoying the snow, a unique experience and the various attractions found there. At the indicated time departure along the Alps to Vaduz, capital of the principality of Liechtenstein, which has a lively old town. After a brief stop, departure to the capital of Tyrol: Innsbruck. Free time to explore the historic center and the most important monuments, including the Golden Roof, Maria Theresiam Strasse, St. Anna's Column, etc.. Optionally, we suggest attending a Tyrolean dance show. Lodging.

DAY 10: INNSBRUCK - PADOVA - VENICE

Breakfast. Free time to explore the historic center, at the agreed time departure towards the Brenner Alpine Pass, where you will find one of the highest viaducts in Europe, until you reach Padova, city known for the Saint; time to visit its cathedral. Continuation to Venice, arrival and overnight, optionally we suggest you to complete your time with a gondola ride.

DAY 11: VENICE - FERRARA - FLORENCE

Breakfast. Morning dedicated to the visit of Venice. Transfer by vaporetto to St. Mark's Square. Walking tour, visiting St. Mark's Square, the Doge's Palace, the Bridge of Sighs, etc. Free time to wander on your own through the labyrinthine streets and canals, and admire the contrasts between the beautiful palaces located on the Grand Canal and the small churches. Departure to Ferrara, brief stop and continuation of the trip to Florence, capital of Tuscany and main city of Italian art. Arrival and accommodation.

DAY 12: FLORENCE - ASSISI - ROME

Panoramic tour, including the Cathedral, the Baptistery, Ponte Vecchio and the Piazzas della Signoria and Santa Crocce. Transfer to Piazza Michelangelo, located on the top of one of the hills surrounding the city, where you will have the opportunity to take a nice photo of the group overlooking a landscape that dominates the whole of Florence. Continuation to Assisi, an interesting walled city. Visit of its Basilicas, with the tomb of St. Francis. The trip will continue to Rome, the Eternal City. Upon arrival there is the possibility of an optional visit of Baroque Rome, to know the heart of the city, with interesting places such as Piazza Navona, the Trevi Fountain, the Pantheon, etc.. Return to the hotel and overnight.

DAY 13: ROME

Breakfast. Departure to the Vatican City to attend the Papal Audience (if the Pope is in Rome). Continue to the panoramic visit of the Imperial City, visiting the Roman Forum, Colosseum, Arch of Constantine, Circus Maximus, Baths of Caracalla, Pyramid to finish in St. Peter's Square in Vatican City. Rest of the day at leisure for an optional excursion to the famous Vatican Museums and Michelangelo's masterpiece, the Sistine Chapel. Accommodation

DAY 14: ROME - PISA - NICE

Breakfast. Departure to Pisa. Stop at Piazza dei Miracoli to admire the beautiful monumental complex formed by the Cathedral, Baptistery and the famous Leaning Tower. Continuation to Nice, capital of the French Riviera. It is suggested to enjoy the atmosphere of this cosmopolitan city or participate in an optional excursion to Monaco, Monte Carlo and its famous casino.

DAY 15: NICE - NIMES - BARCELONA

Breakfast. Brief panoramic tour of the city to continue to the city of Nimes; free time for lunch and continuation to the Spanish border through Provence and its magnificent highways. Arrival in Barcelona. We suggest enjoying the many nightlife possibilities that the city offers. Overnight stay.

DAY 16: BARCELONA - ZARAGOZA - MADRID

Breakfast. In the morning panoramic city tour with local guide, including its most typical and picturesque places. Departure to Zaragoza. Free time to visit the Basilica of the Virgen del Pilar, patron saint of the Hispanic world, and tour the old town. In the afternoon, continuation to Madrid. Overnight stay.

DAY 17: MADRID

Breakfast. At the scheduled time transfer to Madrid airport to board our flight to the city of origin. End of our services.

INCLUDES

• ROUND TRIP AIR
• LODGING IN T/P CATEGORY HOTELS
• DAILY BREAKFAST
• ACCOMPANYING GUIDE THROUGHOUT THE TOUR
• TOURIST BUS TRANSPORTATION
• AIRPORT - HOTEL - AIRPORT TRANSFERS
• VAPORETTO TRANSFERS IN VENICE
• VISIT WITH LOCAL GUIDE AT THE INDICATED PLACES

NOT INCLUDED

• ANY SERVICE NOT SPECIFIED ABOVE
• TRAVEL ASSISTANCE INSURANCE AND ALL-CAUSE CANCELLATION INSURANCE (RECOMMENDED, ASK FOR PRICE)
• ANY LUNCH OR DINNER NOT MENTIONED IN THE PROGRAM, EXCEPT FOR BREAKFASTS
• EXTRA EXPENSES AND PERSONAL EXPENSES
• ALL TIPS
• OPTIONAL EXCURSIONS
• TAXES USD $888.55 USD

COVID RECOMMENDATIONS

Travel is subject to changes, provisions and/or restrictions issued by international governments in light of the Covid-19 pandemic situation.

TERMS AND CONDITIONS: GENERAL CONDITIONS

• Acceptance of this itinerary implies full compliance with the circuit.
• The order of the itinerary may be changed without altering its content.
• Departures may be subject to variations and/or modifications depending on occupancy.
• Passport must be valid for at least 6 months after the return date of the trip.
• There are no refunds or cancellations, change in name penalty USD $250 USD + VAT and this change can only be made prior to the issuance of the airline ticket. Once the ticket is issued it is non-refundable, non-cancellable, non-endorsable and non-exchangeable. Please consult directly with your Travel Consultant prior to the settlement of your package.
• Globetrotter Excursions. is not responsible if the passenger is unable to travel on the stipulated dates.
• Optional excursions are paid directly upon arrival at the destination. *Prices subject to change without prior notice. Once the total amount of the program has been paid, the following conditions apply:
  • Cancellation 30 days prior to departure: 25% of the land portion cost
  • Cancellation 21 days prior to departure: 50% of the land portion cost
  • Cancellation 10 days prior to departure: 75% of the cost of the land portion of the trip.
  • Cancellation less than 10 days prior to departure: Land portion is non-refundable.

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