<WE12D1> EUROPE DELIGHT 12 DAYS

View: London, Paris, Lucerne, Venice, Lucca, Rome

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DAY 1   USA - London (England)

We depart USA for London, the capital city of England. Overnight on board.

DAY 2   London

Upon arrival at London, we immediately start the sightseeing tour with a visit to the State Apartments of Windsor Castle, one of the oldest continuously inhabited royal residence in the world and the weekend home of Queen Elizabeth.

We check in to our luxury hotel perfectly located by the famous Tower Bridge of River Thames. The rest of the day is free for us at leisure. If you desire, you may stroll along the river and enjoy the fantastic views of London from the Tower Bridge.

DAY 3   London

This morning after breakfast we start our city tour with a visit to the Tower of London. Founded nearly a millennium ago and expanded upon over the centuries since, the Tower of London has been a fortress, a royal residence and state prison. We see the exhibition of the Crown Jewels and also the freightless ravens outside the tower.

Later, a panoramic drive shows us the city including the Parliament Building, Big Ben, and Trafalgar Square. Photo stops in front of the Buckingham Palace and Westminster Abbey are arranged.

 After arrival at Chinatown, free time will be given for leisure. If you desire, you may participate the optional tour to Cambridge.

DAY 4   London - Eurostar Train - Paris (France)

Take the fast and comfortable Eurostar Train to Paris. The journey is about two and a half hours. After arriving at Paris, we are transferred to the town and the rest of the day is free.

You may shop at the world famous Lafayette Department Store or just sit at an outdoor cafe and watch the world go by, or perhaps take an optional tour of River Seine Cruise.

DAY 5   Paris

A morning drive outside the city takes us to Versailles Palace, once the pride of France and the envy of many monarchs in Europe.

Later, we visit the Louvre Museum to see some of the most famous works of art in its incomparable collection. A scenic drive of the city shows us in all the other famous landmarks: the Eiffel Tower, the Opera House, Place De La Concord, Champs Elysees, and Arc De Triomphe.

DAY 6   Paris - Lucerne (Switzerland)

A leisurely drive to Lucerne offers scenes of the rural beauties of France and Switzerland: vineyards, rolling farmlands, forest, pastures, and villages. Later in the afternoon we arrive at Lucerne for dinner. Tonight, you may want to take a walk from the hotel to the center of the town Lucerne. Perhaps have some shopping or have a drink in one of the outdoor café

Day 7   Lucerne – Mt. Titlis – Lucerne

Our morning sightseeing tour takes us to the ancient Kapell Bridge and the Lion Monument. Walk along the shores of the lovely Lake Lucerne or on the wooden Kapell Bridge. In the afternoon, enjoy free time to shop for Swiss watches and other Swiss specialties.

If you desire, you 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.

Day 8   Lucerne - Milan (Italy) - Verona – Venice

Travel south to Milan, the center of fashion and design in Italy. Our city orientation tour takes ECDLus to the Cathedral, La Scala, and the Da Vinci Statue. Proceed to Verona. An orientation tour will show us around the city filled with history and numberous attractions.

The most famous attraction in town and travelers should not miss out is Juliet's house. Continue driving to perhaps the most enchanting city in Italy, Venice, for overnight accommodation.

Day 9   Venice - Pisa – Lucca

Our sightseeing tour of Venice includes the St. Mark’s Basilica, the Magical Piazza St. Marco, and the Bridge of Sighs. If you desire, you may want to take an unforgettable gondola ride and see the Grand Canal from the best vantage point. Continue traveling to Pisa to see the world renowned Leaning Tower in the afternoon. We stay in Lucca for overnight.

Day 10   Lucca - Florence – Rome

Florence is the birthplace of the Italian Renaissance, and a city built by many geniuses. A walking tour shows us the famous landmarks: the Duomo, the Bronze Doors of the Baptistery called the “Door of Paradise”, and the 13C Santa Croce Basilica, Signoria Square. We also have an opportunity to shop in a major leather factory outlet store. Later in the afternoon, we arrive at the enchanting city, Rome.

Day 11   Rome

In Rome, you can feel the uninterrupted flow of the ages from the classical era of the ancient Romans to the contemporary life being lived in centuries old settings. First of all, we go to Vatican where we visit St. Peter’s Square and St. Peter’s Basilica. Of course, later, our tour takes us to the eternal Colosseum, the Roman Forum, Constantine’s Triumphal Arch, Spanish Steps, Trevi Fountain. Some free time will be given to walk around and shop for the famous Italian goods on Via Condotti.

Day 12   Rome – USA

Our European 12-days tour is at an end as we board our homebound flight to the USA.

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