Europe
Alpine Tour - 5 days
HighlightsParis, Switzerland, Germany, Brussels, Channel Crossings
Itinerary
Day 1 London – Dover
- Ferry – Calais - Paris
This morning, at the check-in point, you will meet your Tour Manager and
join the coach for a leisurely drive from London to Dover port, to board
the ferry for the short channel crossing to Calais. Upon arrival, we proceed
through France to reach the capital, Paris. On arrival, we visit the top
floor of the Eiffel Tower to witness a spectacular panoramic view of the
city. Later on our brief panoramic tour of Paris, we will be introduced
to the main sights of this beautiful city: Arc de Triopmhe, Champs Elysees,
Place de la Concorde, and the Opera. Late evening check into our hotel
for on overnight stay. (D)
Day 2 Paris – Switzerland: Lucerne
Early morning we leave Paris behind us. Joining the super fast highways
of France, we drive past mustard fields and vineyards, before crossing
the Swiss border. We proceed directly to the town of Lucerne, to see the
Chapel Bridge and the Lion Monument. Later we check into our hotel for
a two-nights stay. (B, L, D)
Day 3 Switzerland: Mount Titlis - Interlaken
Driving through the Swiss alpine region and the winding mountain roads
to the valley of Engelberg, we start our ascent to board the world’s
first revolving cable car, reaching the peak of 10,000 feet and the highest
viewpoint in central Switzerland (weather permitting). Visit the Glacier
Grotto or enjoy a breathtaking panorama from the sun terrace. In the afternoon,
we begin our descent, passing the glaciers and thawing ice, which create
majestic waterfalls. Later we drive to the town of Interlaken, the scene
of many “Bollywood” films. Late evening return to our hotel.
(B, L, D)
Day 4 Switzerland: Rhine Falls – Black
Forest – Nancy
We leave this morning for Schaffhausen to visit the majestic Rhine Falls.
Continuing our drive, we cross the German border. Passing through small
idyllic villages, enter into the enchanting Black Forest region, where
you will marvel at the timeless serenity and unparalleled scenery around
you. We stop at the scenic Lake Titisee where you have time to shop for
cuckoo clocks. Late evening check into our hotel for an overnight stop.
(B, L, D)
Day 5 Nancy – Brussels - Calais - Ferry
– Dover – London
Depart this morning for Belgium. We stop in Brussels, where on our orientation
tour we see the Grand Place, the Mannekin Pis statue and the Atomium (photo
stop). Late afternoon we depart and journey north for Calais to board
the ferry for the return channel crossing. We arrive London late evening,
where the tour ends, and its time to say farewell to all the friends you
have made on tour. (B, L)
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