Dates Available: 01/08/2011 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. (Meals on Board)
Upon arrival, embark on a sightseeing tour of Rome city with a visit to St Peter’s Basilica in the Vatican City, the administrative and spiritual capital of Roman Catholicism (Note: Entrance is subject to opening days/times). See the famous ‘Pietà’ by Michelangelo and works of art by many other Italian artists. Later, proceed to the Colosseum, one of the most magnificent monuments of ancient Rome. Built in 72 AD, it once used to 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, one of the main fi lming sites of ‘Triumph in the Skies’. Make a wish by tossing a coin into the fountain. (Meals On Board/Lunch/Italian Dinner)
This morning, a scenic drive towards Tuscany Region, passing olive orchards and the Chianti region where famous Italian wines are produced to the staggering riches of Florence. First, make a photo stop at Ponte Vecchio, a historic bridge for a superb view of River Arno. Continue with our walking tour to see the sculptures alongside the walls of Uffizi Gallery, and proceed to Piazza della Signoria - the lordship square, unveiling many sculptures by famous Italian sculptors including a copy of Michelangelo’s well-known ‘David’ statue. At the old town, visit the 3rd largest cathedral in the Catholic world, the Santa Maria del Fiore Cathedral. Another sightseeing stop not to be missed is the Door of Paradise at the Baptistery of St Giovanni, which Ghiberti took 27 years to complete. (Breakfast/Florentine Steak Dinner)
After breakfast, proceed to the historic university city of Pisa, famous for its architectural beauty. We embark on a guided tour to Piazza dei Miracoli to find the celebrated Leaning Tower, the Duomo - an unequalled masterpiece of Romanesque art, and the Baptistery. Travel through the fertile, picturesque Tuscan countryside 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. (Breakfast/Dinner)
This morning, board a water taxi to Venice Island and commence on our sightseeing tour - visit St Mark’s Square, which is bordered by the Doge’s Palace, St Mark’s Basilica, the Campanile (bell tower) and other governmental buildings. A photo stop will be made at the celebrated Bridge of Sighs. Next, visit a fi ne glass-blowing factory where you 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). After which, transfer to the fashion centre of Italy - Milan. (Breakfast/Dinner)
After breakfast, enjoy a leisurely drive across the Swiss border to Interlaken, a Bernese Oberland resort beautifully situated between two sparkling lakes and beneath the towering Jungfrau. Marvel at the scenic splendours and glories of nature surrounding the town. (Breakfast/Swiss Fondue Dinner)
Today, you are free at leisure to enjoy this spectacular holiday resort situated in the heart of the Swiss Alps. Simply relax and enjoy a scenic feast of snow-capped peaks, or you may like to take an optional tour to Jungfraujoch - Top of Europe by a spectacular train ride! (Breakfast)
This morning, we drive to the beautiful town of Engelberg for a series of cable cars to Mount Titlis, an unique glacier paradise and enjoy panoramic views at 10,000 feet above sea level (Note: If Mt Titlis is closed for maintenance, it will be replaced with another mountain excursion). Continue to the gateway to central Switzerland - Lucerne, where we will see the Lion Monument that is carved from a limestone cliff to commemorate the bravery of the Swiss Guards during the French Revolution. Visit the rebuilt 14th century covered wooden Chapel Bridge. Then you are at leisure to shop for fine Swiss products like chocolate, music boxes, Swiss knives, and Rolex watches or stroll through the streets of fine 15th and 16th century houses. You may like to visit Bucherer, Europe’s number one shop for watches and jewellery, and collect a free souvenir. (Breakfast/Dinner)
Bid farewell to mesmerizing Switzerland as we arrive in the capital of France - Paris. In the evening, you may like to join an optional tour to the world renowned ‘Moulin Rouge’, a typical French Can-Can Revue with all its fun, colour and excitement! (Breakfast)
Today, tour the city of Paris, starting from the glorious Arc de Triomphe erected by Napoleon in 1806 as a memorial to his victorious battles. 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 de l’Étoile. 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 France. Ascend to the 2nd level of Eiffel Tower, which has become an enduring symbol of the city of Paris. Continue with our tour as we drive past the Notre Dame Cathedral and Louvre Museum’s famous glass pyramids. Later, go shopping at Galeries Lafayette where you can find many luxury brands under one roof. This evening, you may enjoy an optional cruise on the romantic River Seine. (Breakfast/Lunch)
Bid 'Au Revoir' to France with our departure transfer to the airport for our flight back to Singapore. We hope that you have had an enjoyable time with SA Tours! (Breakfast/Meals on Board)
Note: Tour may operate in reverse order for selected departure dates.
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12D Treasures of Europe
12天 绮丽风光欧洲之旅
(CODE:EZRF)
ITALY
• Rome: Colosseum · Trevi Fountain
· Piazza Venezia · Roman Forum
• Vatican City: St Peter's Basilica
· Michelangelo's 'Pieta'
• Florence: · Santa Maria del Fiore Cathedral
· Door of Paradise · Uffizi Gallery
· Piazza della Signoria · Ponte Vecchio
• Pisa: Leaning Tower of Pisa · Baptistery
· Duomo
• Venice: St Mark’s Square · St Mark’s Basilica
· Doge's Palace · Campanile · Bridge of Sighs
· Glass-Blowing Factory
• Milan: Shopping at Signature Boutiques
SWITZERLAND
• Interlaken: Gateway to Jungfrau Region
• Lucerne: Mount Titlis · Lake Lucerne
· Chapel Bridge · Lion Monument
FRANCE
• Paris: Arc de Triomphe · Champs-Élysées
· Place de la Concorde · Eiffel Tower 2nd Level
MEALS PLAN:
• 9 Breakfasts, 2 Lunches, 6 Dinners
SPECIALTY MEALS:
• Italian Dinner
• Florentine Steak
• Swiss Fondue Combo
(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
Upon arrival, embark on a sightseeing tour of Rome city with a visit to St Peter’s Basilica in the Vatican City, the administrative and spiritual capital of Roman Catholicism (Note: Entrance is subject to opening days/times). See the famous ‘Pietà’ by Michelangelo and works of art by many other Italian artists. Later, proceed to the Colosseum, one of the most magnificent monuments of ancient Rome. Built in 72 AD, it once used to 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, one of the main fi lming sites of ‘Triumph in the Skies’. Make a wish by tossing a coin into the fountain. (Meals On Board/Lunch/Italian Dinner)
DAY 3
ROME - FLORENCE - TUSCANY REGION
This morning, a scenic drive towards Tuscany Region, passing olive orchards and the Chianti region where famous Italian wines are produced to the staggering riches of Florence. First, make a photo stop at Ponte Vecchio, a historic bridge for a superb view of River Arno. Continue with our walking tour to see the sculptures alongside the walls of Uffizi Gallery, and proceed to Piazza della Signoria - the lordship square, unveiling many sculptures by famous Italian sculptors including a copy of Michelangelo’s well-known ‘David’ statue. At the old town, visit the 3rd largest cathedral in the Catholic world, the Santa Maria del Fiore Cathedral. Another sightseeing stop not to be missed is the Door of Paradise at the Baptistery of St Giovanni, which Ghiberti took 27 years to complete. (Breakfast/Florentine Steak Dinner)
DAY 4
TUSCANY REGION - PISA - VENICE (MESTRE)
After breakfast, proceed to the historic university city of Pisa, famous for its architectural beauty. We embark on a guided tour to Piazza dei Miracoli to find the celebrated Leaning Tower, the Duomo - an unequalled masterpiece of Romanesque art, and the Baptistery. Travel through the fertile, picturesque Tuscan countryside 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. (Breakfast/Dinner)
DAY 5
VENICE - MILAN
This morning, board a water taxi to Venice Island and commence on our sightseeing tour - visit St Mark’s Square, which is bordered by the Doge’s Palace, St Mark’s Basilica, the Campanile (bell tower) and other governmental buildings. A photo stop will be made at the celebrated Bridge of Sighs. Next, visit a fi ne glass-blowing factory where you 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). After which, transfer to the fashion centre of Italy - Milan. (Breakfast/Dinner)
DAY 6
MILAN - INTERLAKEN
After breakfast, enjoy a leisurely drive across the Swiss border to Interlaken, a Bernese Oberland resort beautifully situated between two sparkling lakes and beneath the towering Jungfrau. Marvel at the scenic splendours and glories of nature surrounding the town. (Breakfast/Swiss Fondue Dinner)
DAY 7
INTERLAKEN
Today, you are free at leisure to enjoy this spectacular holiday resort situated in the heart of the Swiss Alps. Simply relax and enjoy a scenic feast of snow-capped peaks, or you may like to take an optional tour to Jungfraujoch - Top of Europe by a spectacular train ride! (Breakfast)
DAY 8
INTERLAKEN - MT TITLIS - LUCERNE
This morning, we drive to the beautiful town of Engelberg for a series of cable cars to Mount Titlis, an unique glacier paradise and enjoy panoramic views at 10,000 feet above sea level (Note: If Mt Titlis is closed for maintenance, it will be replaced with another mountain excursion). Continue to the gateway to central Switzerland - Lucerne, where we will see the Lion Monument that is carved from a limestone cliff to commemorate the bravery of the Swiss Guards during the French Revolution. Visit the rebuilt 14th century covered wooden Chapel Bridge. Then you are at leisure to shop for fine Swiss products like chocolate, music boxes, Swiss knives, and Rolex watches or stroll through the streets of fine 15th and 16th century houses. You may like to visit Bucherer, Europe’s number one shop for watches and jewellery, and collect a free souvenir. (Breakfast/Dinner)
DAY 9
LUCERNE - PARIS
Bid farewell to mesmerizing Switzerland as we arrive in the capital of France - Paris. In the evening, you may like to join an optional tour to the world renowned ‘Moulin Rouge’, a typical French Can-Can Revue with all its fun, colour and excitement! (Breakfast)
DAY 10
PARIS
Today, tour the city of Paris, starting from the glorious Arc de Triomphe erected by Napoleon in 1806 as a memorial to his victorious battles. 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 de l’Étoile. 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 France. Ascend to the 2nd level of Eiffel Tower, which has become an enduring symbol of the city of Paris. Continue with our tour as we drive past the Notre Dame Cathedral and Louvre Museum’s famous glass pyramids. Later, go shopping at Galeries Lafayette where you can find many luxury brands under one roof. This evening, you may enjoy an optional cruise on the romantic River Seine. (Breakfast/Lunch)
DAY 11
PARIS - SINGAPORE
Bid 'Au Revoir' to France with our departure transfer to the airport for our flight back to Singapore. We hope that you have had an enjoyable time with SA Tours! (Breakfast/Meals on Board)
DAY 12
ARRIVE IN SINGAPORE
Note: Tour may operate in reverse order for selected departure dates.
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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