Dates Available: 01/09/2011 to 31/03/2012 View Departure Dates and Surcharges
Tourist visas (single or multiple entries) may be required. Please refer to our tour consultants for more details.
Our vacation starts with a pleasant flight to the capital of Italy – Rome.
On arrival, embark on a sightseeing tour of Rome city, where you will get to view the Colosseum, one of the most magnificent monuments of ancient Rome. Built in 72 AD, it once seat 50,000 spectators and was the chief circus of the Roman empire where gladiatorial battles and other cruel glories were held. Our next stop will be the Trevi Fountain, make a wish by throwing a coin into the fountain. Proceed to St Peter’s Basilica in the Vatican City, the administrative and spiritual capital of Roman Catholicism. See the famous ‘Pieta’ by Michelangelo and works of art by many other Italian artists. (NB: Opening times may be subject to religious events in Vatican) (Meals On Board / Lunch / Italian Dinner)
This morning, a leisurely drive towards the Tuscany region, famous for Chianti wines and riches in art. Arrive in Florence and make a photo stop at Ponte Vecchio, a historic bridge for a superb view of River Arno. Continue with our walking tour to Piazza della Signoria, the lordship square, where you can see sculptures done by various famous Italian artists in the square and alongside the walls of Uffizi Gallery. At the old town, visit the Santa Maria del Fiore Cathedral. Another sightseeing stop not to be missed is the Door of Paradise at the Baptistery of St Giovanni, a matchless work of bronze that took Ghiberti 27 years to complete. Overnight in the Tuscany Region. (Breakfast / Florentine Steak Dinner)
We head to Pisa and visit the ‘Square of Miracles’ to appreciate the famous trio: Leaning Tower of Pisa, the Duomo and the Baptistery. After which, drive across the Apennine mountain range to one of the most romantic cities in Italy – Venice, a fabulous city of canals, gondolas and beautiful places erected on an archipelago of islands. Overnight in the Mestre region of Venice.
This morning, board a water taxi to Venice Island where we visit St Mark’s Square, which is bordered by the Doge’s Palace, St Mark’s Basilica and the Campanile. A photo stop will be made at the celebrated Bridge of Sighs, followed by a visit to a fine glass-blowing factory where we will be able to see richly coloured Venetian glass made to world class standard. You may wish to hop onto a gondola to tour the canals (at your own expense). Later, drive through the Inn river valley to the Alpine resort of Innsbruck, which grew around the bridge over the Inn. It was once the seat of the great Habsburg Empire and site of the Winter Olympics in 1964 and 1976. An orientation tour brings us to the Old Town Hall and the Golden Roof, where Emperor Maximillian I and his queen used to sit in the royal box and watch the jousting tournaments and plays in the square below. (Note: In end Jan 2012 during the Winter Olympics in Innsbruck, the visit to Innsbruck and Vaduz will be skipped and overnight stay in Innsbruck will be replaced by Milan.) (Breakfast / Austrian Snitzel Dinner)
This morning, head for the tiny Principality of Liechtenstein and its capital – Vaduz. Only 150 square kilometres in area, this independent monarchy is famous for its well-designed postage stamps. Drive on to Switzerland, passing beautiful lakes and the towering Swiss Alps. Arrive in Lucerne, one of Europe’s most picturesque resorts 437-metre above sea level.
Begin our sightseeing of Lucerne – visit the Lion Monument that is carved from a limestone cave to commemorate the bravery of the Swiss Guards during the French Revolution, and the 14th Century covered wooden Chapel Bridge. Then you are at leisure to shop for mouth-watering chocolate, Swiss knives, Rolex watches or visit Bucherer, Europe’s number one shop for watches and jewellery, and pick up a free souvenir. Alternatively, you may want to join an optional tour to Mt. Titlis by revolving cable car.
After breakfast, proceed to Schaffhausen for a visit to Europe’s largest waterfall, Rhine Falls. Listen to the roar of the mighty Rhine Falls as the glacial waters of the Rhine hurl over the rocks. Continue our journey through the Black Forest region of Germany, with a visit to the Cuckoo Clock Workshop where we will watch a demonstration on the assembly of the cuckoo clock. Enjoy the famous Pork Knuckle with Black Forest Gateau in its place of origin. (Breakfast / Pork Knuckle Lunch / Dinner)
Travel to Cologne, one of the busiest and oldest cities in Germany, and see the splendid gothic Cologne Cathedral. Thereafter, continue northbound to Holland, passing enroute characteristic dykes, canals and windmills of the picturesque Dutch countryside. Upon arrival in Amsterdam, board a glass-domed boat cruise through the canals as you glide gently past some of the city’s 800 bridges, quaint historic buildings and barges moored along the sides. After dinner, take a stroll through Amsterdam’s well-known red light district situated near Dam Square.
This morning, our tour of Amsterdam starts with a drive to Dam Square and the Royal Palace, then a visit to the diamond-cutting factory before proceeding to learn about cheese and clogs making. Snap a great shot with the unique traditional windmills as the backdrop!
After breakfast, continue to Brussels, the lively and bustling capital of Belgium. Our sightseeing tour of Brussels begins with the site of the 1958 World Fair and view the Atomium, Chinese Pavilion and Japanese Pagoda. Take a picture with the cheeky Manneken Pis for remembrance before proceeding to the Grand Place, one of the most beautiful and impressive squares in Europe. Then drive on to Paris. This evening, you may consider to take an optional River Seine cruise, or watch the renowned 'Moulin Rouge', a typical French Can-Can Revue with all its fun, colour and excitement (at your own expense).
Enjoy a sightseeing tour of Paris, starting with the glorious Arc de Triomphe erected by Napoleon in 1806. Since 1919, it has become a National Monument to the Unknown Soldiers of France. Situated on a small hill with 12 avenues radiating like rays of lights from a star, the area was aptly named Place L’Etoile. Drive down the Champs-Élysées, which was laid in the 17th Century before arriving at Place de la Concorde, one of the largest squares in the world. Later, ascend to the 2nd level of Eiffel Tower, which has become an enduring symbol of the city of Paris. Continue past the Notre Dame Cathedral and Louvre Museum’s famous glass pyramids. This afternoon, enjoy shopping in Galeries Lafayette where you can find many luxury brands under one roof.
The day is free for you to explore this vibrant city at your leisure. You may consider to visit the world renowned UNESO World Heritage Site – Palace of Versailles or fun-filled Disneyland Paris (at your own expense).
Bid 'Au Revoir' to France with your departure transfer to the airport for your flight back to Singapore. (Note: Airport transfer may be on seat-in-coach basis as the Tour Manager will accompany the group to London should majority of the passengers continue on the 16D ESRO Tour.) We hope that you have had an enjoyable time with SA Tours! (Breakfast / Meals On Board)
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15D Europe Spotlight
15D Europe Spotlight
(CODE:ESRP)
ITALY
• Rome: Colosseum · Trevi Fountain
· Roman Forum · Piazza Venezia
• Vatican City: St Peter’s Basilica
· Michelangelo’s ‘Pieta’
• Florence: Santa Maria del Fiore Cathedral
· Ponte Vecchio · Uffizi Gallery
· Door of Paradise · Piazza della Signoria
• Pisa: · Leaning Tower of Pisa
· Duomo · Baptistery
• Venice: St Mark’s Square · St Mark’s Basilica
· Doge’s Palace · Campanile
· Bridge of Sighs · Glass-Blowing Factory
AUSTRIA
• Innsbruck: Old Town Hall · Golden Roof
· Swarovski Crystal Showroom
LIECHTENSTEIN
• Vaduz
SWITZERLAND
• Lucerne: Lion Monument · Chapel Bridge
· Lake Lucerne
GERMANY
• Black Forest: Cuckoo Clock Workshop
• Cologne: Cologne Cathedral
THE NETHERLANDS (HOLLAND)
• Amsterdam: Canal Cruise · Dam Square
· Royal Palace · Red Light District
· Diamond-Cutting Factory
· Cheese & Clogs Making Demonstration
BELGIUM
• Brussels: Atomium · Manneken Pis
· Grand Place
FRANCE
• Paris: Arc de Triomphe · Champ Élysées
· Place de la Concorde · Eiffel Tower 2nd Level
MEALS PLAN:
• 12 Breakfasts, 3 Lunches, 9 Dinners
SPECIALTY MEALS:
• Italian Dinner
• Florentine Steak
• Austrian Snitzel
• Pork Knuckle Lunch with Black Forest Cake
(Note: Specialty Meals for Aug-Oct '11 differ
from above - please refer to SA tour brochure)
Tourist visas (single or multiple entries) may be required. Please refer to our tour consultants for more details.
DAY 1
SINGAPORE - ROME
Our vacation starts with a pleasant flight to the capital of Italy – Rome.
(Meals on Board)
DAY 2
ROME
On arrival, embark on a sightseeing tour of Rome city, where you will get to view the Colosseum, one of the most magnificent monuments of ancient Rome. Built in 72 AD, it once seat 50,000 spectators and was the chief circus of the Roman empire where gladiatorial battles and other cruel glories were held. Our next stop will be the Trevi Fountain, make a wish by throwing a coin into the fountain. Proceed to St Peter’s Basilica in the Vatican City, the administrative and spiritual capital of Roman Catholicism. See the famous ‘Pieta’ by Michelangelo and works of art by many other Italian artists. (NB: Opening times may be subject to religious events in Vatican) (Meals On Board / Lunch / Italian Dinner)
DAY 3
ROME - FLORENCE - TUSCANY REGION
This morning, a leisurely drive towards the Tuscany region, famous for Chianti wines and riches in art. Arrive in Florence and make a photo stop at Ponte Vecchio, a historic bridge for a superb view of River Arno. Continue with our walking tour to Piazza della Signoria, the lordship square, where you can see sculptures done by various famous Italian artists in the square and alongside the walls of Uffizi Gallery. At the old town, visit the Santa Maria del Fiore Cathedral. Another sightseeing stop not to be missed is the Door of Paradise at the Baptistery of St Giovanni, a matchless work of bronze that took Ghiberti 27 years to complete. Overnight in the Tuscany Region. (Breakfast / Florentine Steak Dinner)
DAY 4
TUSCANY REGION - PISA - VENICE (MESTRE)
We head to Pisa and visit the ‘Square of Miracles’ to appreciate the famous trio: Leaning Tower of Pisa, the Duomo and the Baptistery. After which, drive across the Apennine mountain range to one of the most romantic cities in Italy – Venice, a fabulous city of canals, gondolas and beautiful places erected on an archipelago of islands. Overnight in the Mestre region of Venice.
(Breakfast / Dinner)
DAY 5
VENICE - INNSBRUCK
This morning, board a water taxi to Venice Island where we visit St Mark’s Square, which is bordered by the Doge’s Palace, St Mark’s Basilica and the Campanile. A photo stop will be made at the celebrated Bridge of Sighs, followed by a visit to a fine glass-blowing factory where we will be able to see richly coloured Venetian glass made to world class standard. You may wish to hop onto a gondola to tour the canals (at your own expense). Later, drive through the Inn river valley to the Alpine resort of Innsbruck, which grew around the bridge over the Inn. It was once the seat of the great Habsburg Empire and site of the Winter Olympics in 1964 and 1976. An orientation tour brings us to the Old Town Hall and the Golden Roof, where Emperor Maximillian I and his queen used to sit in the royal box and watch the jousting tournaments and plays in the square below. (Note: In end Jan 2012 during the Winter Olympics in Innsbruck, the visit to Innsbruck and Vaduz will be skipped and overnight stay in Innsbruck will be replaced by Milan.) (Breakfast / Austrian Snitzel Dinner)
DAY 6
INNSBRUCK - VADUZ - LUCERNE
This morning, head for the tiny Principality of Liechtenstein and its capital – Vaduz. Only 150 square kilometres in area, this independent monarchy is famous for its well-designed postage stamps. Drive on to Switzerland, passing beautiful lakes and the towering Swiss Alps. Arrive in Lucerne, one of Europe’s most picturesque resorts 437-metre above sea level.
(Breakfast / Dinner)
DAY 7
LUCERNE
Begin our sightseeing of Lucerne – visit the Lion Monument that is carved from a limestone cave to commemorate the bravery of the Swiss Guards during the French Revolution, and the 14th Century covered wooden Chapel Bridge. Then you are at leisure to shop for mouth-watering chocolate, Swiss knives, Rolex watches or visit Bucherer, Europe’s number one shop for watches and jewellery, and pick up a free souvenir. Alternatively, you may want to join an optional tour to Mt. Titlis by revolving cable car.
(Breakfast)
DAY 8
LUCERNE - BLACK FOREST - RHINELAND
After breakfast, proceed to Schaffhausen for a visit to Europe’s largest waterfall, Rhine Falls. Listen to the roar of the mighty Rhine Falls as the glacial waters of the Rhine hurl over the rocks. Continue our journey through the Black Forest region of Germany, with a visit to the Cuckoo Clock Workshop where we will watch a demonstration on the assembly of the cuckoo clock. Enjoy the famous Pork Knuckle with Black Forest Gateau in its place of origin. (Breakfast / Pork Knuckle Lunch / Dinner)
DAY 9
RHINELAND - COLOGNE - AMSTERDAM
Travel to Cologne, one of the busiest and oldest cities in Germany, and see the splendid gothic Cologne Cathedral. Thereafter, continue northbound to Holland, passing enroute characteristic dykes, canals and windmills of the picturesque Dutch countryside. Upon arrival in Amsterdam, board a glass-domed boat cruise through the canals as you glide gently past some of the city’s 800 bridges, quaint historic buildings and barges moored along the sides. After dinner, take a stroll through Amsterdam’s well-known red light district situated near Dam Square.
(Breakfast / Dinner)
DAY 10
AMSTERDAM
This morning, our tour of Amsterdam starts with a drive to Dam Square and the Royal Palace, then a visit to the diamond-cutting factory before proceeding to learn about cheese and clogs making. Snap a great shot with the unique traditional windmills as the backdrop!
(Breakfast / Dinner)
DAY 11
AMSTERDAM - BRUSSELS - PARIS
After breakfast, continue to Brussels, the lively and bustling capital of Belgium. Our sightseeing tour of Brussels begins with the site of the 1958 World Fair and view the Atomium, Chinese Pavilion and Japanese Pagoda. Take a picture with the cheeky Manneken Pis for remembrance before proceeding to the Grand Place, one of the most beautiful and impressive squares in Europe. Then drive on to Paris. This evening, you may consider to take an optional River Seine cruise, or watch the renowned 'Moulin Rouge', a typical French Can-Can Revue with all its fun, colour and excitement (at your own expense).
(Breakfast / Dinner)
DAY 12
PARIS
Enjoy a sightseeing tour of Paris, starting with the glorious Arc de Triomphe erected by Napoleon in 1806. Since 1919, it has become a National Monument to the Unknown Soldiers of France. Situated on a small hill with 12 avenues radiating like rays of lights from a star, the area was aptly named Place L’Etoile. Drive down the Champs-Élysées, which was laid in the 17th Century before arriving at Place de la Concorde, one of the largest squares in the world. Later, ascend to the 2nd level of Eiffel Tower, which has become an enduring symbol of the city of Paris. Continue past the Notre Dame Cathedral and Louvre Museum’s famous glass pyramids. This afternoon, enjoy shopping in Galeries Lafayette where you can find many luxury brands under one roof.
(Breakfast / Lunch)
DAY 13
PARIS
The day is free for you to explore this vibrant city at your leisure. You may consider to visit the world renowned UNESO World Heritage Site – Palace of Versailles or fun-filled Disneyland Paris (at your own expense).
(Breakfast)
DAY 14
PARIS - SINGAPORE
Bid 'Au Revoir' to France with your departure transfer to the airport for your flight back to Singapore. (Note: Airport transfer may be on seat-in-coach basis as the Tour Manager will accompany the group to London should majority of the passengers continue on the 16D ESRO Tour.) We hope that you have had an enjoyable time with SA Tours! (Breakfast / Meals On Board)
DAY 15
ARRIVE IN SINGAPORE
Remarks:
The sequence of the itinerary may be subject to change with/without prior notice.
In the event that a place of visit/attraction is closed to visitors, it will be replaced with an alternative if possible.
During major events/trade shows/peak season, accommodation may not be in the city mentioned.
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