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Cosmos [?]
Depart from: London
Duration:
11 days
Highlights:
When you want to see Western Europe's highlights but don't have a lot of time, this is the vacation for you! Sample famous French food"from fresh baguettes and pastries to gourmet cuisine and fine wines. See London's famous museums, shop at its famous stores on Bond Street and Knightsbridge, or kick back and stroll through lovely Hyde Park. A highlight of your trip is Germany's Romantic Road, a trade route during the middle ages. Step back in tim
...e as you travel this famous area with its charming villages, cobblestone streets, walled cities, and scenic countryside. Stop in Rothenburg, a walled town that has retained its medieval character, and really experience the appeal of the Romantic Road. Once you cross into Austria, head south into Italy to visit the unique floating city of Venice as well as Romeo and Juliet's Verona. Another highlight is your stay in Lucerne, situated on the shores of beautiful Lake Lucerne and nestled within the snowcapped Swiss Alps. See this picturesque town's famous Chapel Bridge, built in 1333 as part of the city's fortifications and now the oldest preserved wooden bridge in Europe. Don't miss the Water Tower, built approximately 1300, which has served as a place to store loot, a treasury, a jail, and a torture chamber. Overnight in Dijon and in Paris, the stunning "City of Light," where you'll enjoy guided sightseeing of the highlights and free time to explore on your own. Cross the Channel by ferry to jolly old England! Your vacation ends in London, the perfect conclusion to a great adventure.April 20 departure - Easter Week Read More
Cosmos [?]
Duration:
9 days
Highlights:
This exciting adventure introduces you to the fascinating major cities of the Iberian Peninsula, many of which are UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Begin with an overnight and free time in the Spanish capital of Madrid. Then, visit fortified Avila and pretty Salamanca, pearls of the Castille region, and cross the Sierra da Estrela into Portugal to reach Coimbra, a charming hillside town that overlooks the Mondego River. Stop in Fatima to see its famo
...us sanctuary, then on to the awesome walled city of Obidos with its towers and bastions. Spend two nights in Lisbon and discover explorer Henry the Navigator's exquisite city. Back into Spain via the Sierra de Aracena for two overnights in Seville, a lively city on the banks of the Guadalquivir River. The vibrant city center boasts many stunning highlights, including the Cathedral, the Alcazar, and the Plaza d'Espana. Admire the Andalusian landscapes on the way to Cordoba with its Alcazar and lovely Mezquita. Travel across Don Quixote's La Mancha, known for its castles and windmills, and return to Madrid for the final two nights of your vacation.April 15 departure - Holy Week in SevilleApril 29 departure - Feria in Seville Read More
Cosmos [?]
Duration:
15 days
Highlights:
Combine the highlights of the Iberian Peninsula with fascinating Morocco on this unforgettable vacation. Start in Madrid, Spain's grand capital, then visit fortified Avila with its many towers and renaissance Salamanca. Enter Portugal and arrive in Coimbra, a charming hillside town that overlooks the Mondego River. Visit the Batalha Monastery, the Sanctuary of Fatima, and arrive in explorer Henry the Navigator's exquisite city of Lisbon. Spend tw
...o nights in spectacular Seville before boarding a ferry for Morocco. As you arrive on the African continent, motor to the old walled city of Fez for two overnights. Visit a traditional medina on the included sightseeing tour. Next, head through the Middle Atlas mountain range to Marrakesh, known for its colorful Djemaa el Fna, a square bustling with acrobats, storytellers, dancers, singers, and food stalls. See Casablanca, then Rabat, capital of the Kingdom of Morocco. Re-cross the Strait of Gibraltar and return to mainland Spain. Drive through the Andalusian countryside to Granada for a treat: a visit to the exotic Alhambra complex, residence of Moorish kings. Retrace Don Quixote's footsteps as you travel past the windmills and castles of La Mancha, then return to Madrid for the conclusion of your exciting journey.April 17 departure - Easter in SevilleMay 1 departure - Feria in SevilleDec 21 departure - Christmas in Lisbon Read More
Globus [?]
Duration:
14 days
Highlights:
This is the best way to see of the highlights of Europe in two weeks! Start with a special welcome dinner with wine at a fine Parisian restaurant. Enjoy two-night stays in Paris, Rome, Venice, and Amsterdam, as well as guided sightseeing that includes the major sights, like the second floor of the Eiffel Tower, Michelangelo's David in Florence, Rome's Colosseum and Sistine Chapel, and St. Mark's Basilica and Doges' Palace in Venice. In Florence,
...a special dinner at a local restaurant is included. Also enjoy an overnight stay in Lugano, a private boat ride in Venice, a cruise down the Rhine, and a canal cruise in Amsterdam, as well as stops in Ferrara, Innsbruck, Austria, medieval Rothenburg in Germany, and an overnight in Munich.A good story starts with a good vacation. What story might you discover next? Read More
Cosmos [?]
Depart from: London
Duration:
10 days
Highlights:
Get a "Taste of Europe" and sample some of Western Europe's best-loved areas, including England, Holland, Germany, Switzerland, and France. You'll visit the main cities"London, Amsterdam, Lucerne, and Paris"but you'll also behold fascinating scenery and cruise legendary waterways. Experience the wonder of a cruise on the Rhine"with its picturesque countryside, historical castles, and charming villages. See the mythical Lorelei rock and hear the l
...egend about the distraught maiden who sat on the rock combing her long golden hair and luring passing navigators to their death. In Amsterdam, hear about its 165 canals at a total length of 62 miles. As such an integral part of the city, you'll enjoy a canal cruise to appreciate Amsterdam from the waterways. Breakfast is included daily, and most days, you'll have the opportunity to venture out and try local cuisine. Sample a pint of bitter in a local British pub, savor French wines in the Parisian cafes, and try the local beers in Germany.April 21 departure - Easter WeekDec 17 departure - Christmas in ParisDec 24 departure - New Years in Paris Read More
Cosmos [?]
Duration:
9 days
Highlights:
The rediscovered jewels of Imperial Europe are the focus of this popular vacation, which includes overnights in Munich, Prague, Vienna, Budapest, and Salzburg. In Prague, see the tolling of the Astronomical Clock, when a medieval figure of death emerges to pull the bell cord. Operating for over six centuries, this is a highlight of any trip to Prague. Also enjoy the sights, sounds, and tastes of Vienna"maybe sit in a cafe with a piece of scrumpti
...ous Sachertorte while listening to a legendary waltz or explore the inside of St. Stephen's Cathedral with its Romanesque and Gothic architecture. Even more fabulous architecture awaits in Budapest, the "Paris of the East," where you'll see the 11th-century Matthias Coronation Church, which has witnessed coronations and royal weddings alike.April 18 departure - Easter WeekDec 5 & Dec 12 departures include visits to Nuremberg, Prague, Vienna, Budapest, Salzburg Christmas marketsDec 20 departure - Christmas lunch in Budapest Read More
Cosmos [?]
Depart from: London
Duration:
9 days
Highlights:
Explore the best of Ireland, Wales, and England on this exciting vacation. Begin your trip with free time in London, then head out to explore enigmatic Stonehenge, majestic Salisbury with its magnificent cathedral, and elegant Georgian Bath with its famous Roman relics. Overnight in Bristol, where John Cabot set sail to discover America in 1497. Cross into Wales and enjoy an orientation drive in Cardiff, the capital of Wales. Motor through rich d
...airy farmland to Pembroke, where you take the ferry across St. George's Channel to Ireland. Take time in Blarney, famous for the legendary Stone of Eloquence, and visit the castle or shop for Irish handicrafts. Then, travel on to the bustling resort of Killarney. Next, an exciting drive along the "Ring of Kerry" with spectacular views of seascapes, mountains, and verdant vegetation. Stop in Adare, known for its remarkable thatched cottages, and see the sights on an orientation tour of Limerick. Travel east to Dublin, Ireland's capital, where the orientation drive shows you statue-lined O'Connell Street and St. Patrick's Cathedral. You have time to tour Dublin on your own and browse its shops. Leave Ireland and cross the Irish Sea to Wales, arriving in Holyhead on the Welsh Isle of Anglesey. Then, drive through scenic Snowdonia National Park and Llanberis Pass to pretty Betws-y-Coed. Spend the night in Wrexham before traveling south to England. Stop in Shakespeare's Stratford-upon-Avon, where you have time to take photos of Anne Hathaway's Cottage and tour the town on your own. You trip ends back in London, the finale of your wonderful adventure. Read More
Cosmos [?]
Duration:
8 days
Highlights:
Greece is a fascinating country with a long history and many traditions. This vacation features the major sights, starting in Athens with its Acropolis and lively Plaka district dotted with cafes and archaeological findings. Discover Meteora with its extraordinary monasteries built on rock formations; ancient Delphi, site of the Delphic Oracle; and Olympia, site of the first Olympic Games. Test the acoustics at the Epidauros Theater, and explore
...Mycenae, where Agamemnon's golden mask was found. Cross the Corinth Canal and return to Athens for the conclusion of your Greek adventure. Read More
Cosmos [?]
Duration:
12 days
Highlights:
Experience the cities, culture, and unspoiled landscapes of Scandinavia on this remarkable vacation. Begin with two overnights in Denmark's capital, Copenhagen. Stop in Odense, Hans Christian Andersen's home, and continue through the Jutland peninsula to reach Frederikshavn. From here, cross the Kattegat Channel by ferry to Gothenburg, Sweden, and continue by motorcoach into Norway for an overnight in Oslo. Included sightseeing of Norway's capita
...l features the City Hall, National Theatre, Royal Palace, and Gustav Vigeland's sculpture park. On to the scenic Telemark region. A spectacular journey delivers you to the Vemork Norwegian Industrial Workers Museum, a tribute to recent history's heroes. The views become more and more stunning as you cross the Hardangerfjord by ferry to arrive in Bergen, home of composer Grieg. After two overnights in this fascinating city, enjoy a cruise on the amazing Sognefjord, where the mountains meet the sea. Next up: Fagernes, Lillehammer of Olympics fame, and through fairytale landscapes to Karlstad. Stop at Gripsholm Castle before reaching Stockholm, the Swedish capital set on 14 islands with canals, palaces, and parks. Guided sightseeing shows you the highlights, the perfect ending to this exciting Scandinavian exploration. Read More
Cosmos [?]
Duration:
15 days
Highlights:
Get to know multi-faceted Spain on this exciting vacation. Start and end your journey in Madrid, the country's grand capital. Visit the Aranjuez Royal Palace, marvel at the Cuenca "hanging houses," and explore the ancient winding streets of Valencia. Drive along the Mediterranean coast and stop at Peniscola Castle on the way to beautiful Barcelona. Travel through Catalonia, stop in Saragossa, and continue to Pamplona, known for its running of the
... bulls. Carry on to Basque Country: visit San Sebastian, the seaport city of Bilbao, and the provincial capital of Castilla and Leon, Burgos. The heart of Spain reveals even more stunning cities, such as Segovia, Avila, and Salamanca, known for their unique historical centers and acclaimed for their wine production. Next, head south into sunny Andalusia for two overnights in spectacular Seville. Sample sherry wine in Jerez; stop in the white-washed village of Ronda; visit the exotic Alhambra complex, residence of the Moorish kings in Granada; enjoy the labyrinth of Cordoba's old Moorish quarter surrounding the exquisite Mezquita; and retrace Don Quixote's footsteps as you travel among the windmills and castles of La Mancha. In Madrid, enjoy a guided sightseeing tour of this elegant city. Read More
Cosmos [?]
Depart from: London
Duration:
9 days
Highlights:
This exciting vacation is a delightful introduction to the history and culture of England, Scotland, and Wales. Begin your trip in London with a full day to discover the city's landmarks on your own or to take an optional tour. Afterwards, enjoy a walking tour in Cambridge, one of the country's oldest seats of learning, and then in York, England's most complete medieval city. See a section of Hadrian's Wall, the Roman coast-to-coast defense again
...st marauding northern tribes, before arriving in Edinburgh, Scotland's capital, where your guided sightseeing tour includes mighty Edinburgh Castle with its Crown Jewels. Travel south through the Lowlands to Gretna Green, where the blacksmith used to wed young runaway couples. Continue through the Lake District, considered the finest of England's national parks. Visit Wordsworth's charming Grasmere and follow the shores of beautiful Lake Windermere, England's largest lake. Enjoy a walking tour of 2,000-year-old Chester, stop at Ironbridge "Cradle of the Industrial Revolution," and tour fascinating William Shakespeare's Stratford-upon-Avon. Through the scenic Cotswolds, to the Welsh capital of Cardiff, where you enjoy an orientation drive. Later, explore elegant Georgian Bath, famous for its Roman relics, see mysterious Stonehenge and majestic Salisbury, and return to London for the conclusion of your grand Britain vacation.Special Departure:Tickets for the world-famous Edinburgh Military Tattoo are included for Aug 6, Aug 13 & Aug 20 departures. Read More
Cosmos [?]
Depart from: Dublin
Duration:
9 days
Highlights:
Explore Ireland in depth and hear exciting stories of its rich history, legends, and myths. Begin your trip in Dublin, Ireland's capital, with an orientation drive that introduces you to Dublin's major attractions, then travel north through the Boyne Valley and the Mountains of Mourne to Downpatrick and via Strangford Lough to Belfast, the vibrant capital of Northern Ireland. Take the scenic route along the Antrim coast to dramatic Giant's Causew
...ay, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Visit Derry and Donegal, then drive along Donegal Bay on your way to Sligo. Via Knock, where pilgrims from around the world flock to the Marian Shrine, and vibrant coastal Galway, head for the breathtaking 668-foot Cliffs of Moher. Take photographs of the thatched cottages in Adare, then drink in the scenery on the Dingle Peninsula before arriving in the bustling resort of Killarney. More spectacular vistas await you during the coastal drive along the beautiful "Ring of Kerry," where you see sparkling seascapes, mountains dotted with brightly colored farmhouses, winding lanes bordered with verdant vegetation, and spectacular views of the Lakes of Killarney. Next, stop in Blarney, famous for its castle and Stone of Eloquence, and enjoy an included visit to the newly opened House of Waterford Crystal. Heading north, visit Ireland's oldest handweaving mill at Avoca, and Glendalough with St. Kevin's Irish Christianity Centre ruins. Back in Dublin, your vacation ends with an exciting optional tour. Read More