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10 Days ~ England ~
France ~ Italy
This tour
is for the independent traveller who wants to spend time in the three most
renowned capital cities of Europe – London, Paris & Rome.
A comprehensive half day
sightseeing tour is included in each city to introduce you to all the famous
sights and attractions, then there is ample time to explore at your leisure.
You will also enjoy the added benefit of travelling by Eurostar – the high
speed service from London to Paris – and overnight sleeper train from Paris
to Rome.
DAY 1 – MON –
ARRIVE LONDON
After checking in to
your hotel, the afternoon is yours to relax or to explore this
immense metropolis which is steeped in history and tradition. Spend the
evening at an informative meeting and enjoy a Welcome Drink with your
Insight local host.
DAY 2 – TUE –
LONDON SIGHTSEEING
Your first full day
includes a sightseeing tour of London’s West End, passing Westminster
Abbey, Piccadilly Circus, Trafalgar Square, Nelson’s Column, Downing
Street, the Houses of Parliament, Big Ben and, of course, Buckingham Palace.
The afternoon is yours to visit the capital’s fabulous museums, shop in
the department stores on Oxford Street or see a show at one of London’s
world-renowned theatres. (Full Breakfast)
DAY 3 – WED –
LONDON AT LEISURE
Today is at leisure to
further explore London or for sightseeing further afield. Maybe enjoy a half-day
tour to Royal Windsor Castle or a full day excursion to Stonehenge and Bath
– all these and many more First Class tours are offered by Insight’s
sister company, Evan Evans Tours (see page 21 for details). (Full Breakfast)
DAY 4 – THU –
LONDON – PARIS
Meet your Tour Director
who will escort you to Waterloo Station to take the Eurostar to Paris. After
a journey of just two-and-a-half hours, passing through the famous Channel
Tunnel en route, arrive in Paris and transfer to your hotel. The afternoon
is yours to explore this romantic city. Consider taking an optional tour of
the sparkling Paris illuminations at night. (Full Breakfast)
DAY 5 – FRI –
PARIS SIGHTSEEING
An included sightseeing
tour shows you the highlights of the city, including the Eiffel Tower, Arc
de Triomphe, Opera House, the immense facades of the Louvre and the
captivating 13th century Gothic Notre Dame Cathedral. The afternoon is set
aside for you to explore Paris at your own pace. Don’t miss the chance to
visit one of the world-famous cabaret shows for an evening of excitement and
glamour. (Continental Breakfast)
DAY 6 – SAT –
PARIS AT LEISURE
The riches of this great
capital are yours to discover today: take the funicular up to the bohemian
painters’ quarter of Montmartre and to Sacré-Coeur Basilica. Or dedicate
the day to the huge collections of the Louvre or a tour to magnificent
Versailles. Don’t forget to buy last-minute presents and souvenirs in the
grand department stores. (Continental Breakfast)
DAY 7 – SUN –
OVERNIGHT TRAIN TO ROME
Another free day in
Paris. Why not visit impressionist painter, Claude Monet’s house and
gardens? This evening we bid farewell to our Tour Director and depart for
Rome on our comfortable overnight train with sleeper compartment. (Continental Breakfast)
DAY 8 – MON –
ROME SIGHTSEEING
On arrival, meet your
local Insight host for a guided tour of Rome: see St Peter’s Basilica in
the Vatican City, the Forum and Colosseum. Then there’s time for you to
explore Rome at leisure. A must for art lovers are the treasures of the
Vatican Museum and the Sistine Chapel.(Continental Breakfast)
DAY 9 – TUE –
ROME AT LEISURE
A day for last-minute
shopping and sightseeing. Spend some time in the designer stores near the
Spanish Steps. Perhaps visit hilltop Tivoli to see the water-gardens of the
Villa d’Este. Or sip a cappuccino at a sidewalk café in the Piazza Navona
and watch life go by. (Continental Breakfast)
DAY 10 – WED –
ROME
Your tour ends after
breakfast. (Continental Breakfast)
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