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Maaza Tour - 7 days

Highlights

Germany, Switzerland, Geneva, Paris, Channel Crossings

Itinerary

Day 1    London – Dover - Ferry – Calais – Mannheim / Frankfurt area
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 join the super fast highways and proceed to Germany. Driving into the Rhine valley, we board a cruise ship for an unforgettable trip along the River Rhine. Admire the majestic views, mountain top fairy tale castles and fortresses from a bygone era. Late evening we reach our overnight stop and check into our hotel. (D)

Day 2    Mannheim / Frankfurt area – Heidelberg – Black Forest – Switzerland: Rhine Falls
Depart this morning for Heidelberg, situated on the banks of the River Neckar, to see the Heidelberg Castle (photo stop). Joining the Autobahn we enter into the enchanting Black Forest region, where you will marvel at the timeless serenity and unparalleled scenery around you. Our first stop is at scenic Lake Titisee where you have time to shop for cuckoo clocks. Continuing our drive, we pass through small idyllic villages before crossing the Swiss border. We stop at Schaffhausen to visit the majestic Rhine Falls. Later we check into our hotel for a two-nights stay. (B, L, D)

Day 3    Switzerland: Engelberg – Mount Titlis – Lucerne
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 visit the town of Lucerne, to see the Chapel Bridge and the Lion Monument. Late evening return to our hotel. (B, L, D)

Day 4    Switzerland: Interlaken – Jungfraujoch – Geneva area
We first drive to the town of Interlaken, the scene of many “Bollywood” films. From there a short drive brings us to Lauterbrunnen, where we board the train for the scenic journey to Jungfraujoch – Top of Europe, the highest railway station in Europe at 3,454 metres (weather permitting). Visit the Ice Palace with ice sculptures or enjoy the panoramic views from the Sphinx Terrace. Early evening we begin our descent and onto our hotel for an overnight stay. (B, L, D)

Day 5    Geneva - Paris
Early morning, we depart for Geneva, Switzerland’s truly international city and home to many international organizations. On our panoramic tour, we will see the main sights: UN buildings, English gardens, the Flower Clock and the Jet d’eau. We then board our boat for a cruise on Lake Geneva. Later we join the super fast highways of France, driving past vineyards and mustard fields. Continue onto Paris, one of the most exciting and popular cities of Europe, renowned for it’s fashion, perfumes, and of course the most talked about French wines. Late evening we check into our hotel for a two–nights stay, later we proceed for dinner. (B, L, D)

Day 6    Paris
This morning, on our orientation tour of Paris, we will be introduced to the main sights of this beautiful city: Arc de Triomphe, Champs Elysees, Place de la Concorde, and the Opera. Later enjoy a cruise on the River Seine - admire the spectacular facades from the boat. We then meet our expert local guide to visit the Palace of Versailles, the former residence of the famous “Sun King”. Finally join us for an exciting optional Lido cabaret show. (B, L, D)

Day 7    Paris – Calais - Ferry – Dover – London
Today we visit the top floor of the Eiffel Tower to witness a spectacular panoramic view of the city. Next we visit a French perfumery for some last minute shopping. Early afternoon we depart and journey north for Calais to board the ferry for the return channel crossing. On arrival at Dover port, we board our local coach and 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)