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EUROPE
& BRITAIN
Guided Vacations & City Breaks
Travel beyond
the expected
with exclusive
Insider Experiences
104 unique itineraries
and a choice of
vacation styles
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Travel beyond
the expected
Traveling is one of life’s greatest experiences.
For every new horizon we cross, we broaden
our own.
With every culture we encounter, we enrich ours.
For every intriguing new character we meet, we
become more interesting people ourselves.
It’s this passion for traveling differently which
has inspired our guided vacations for more
than 67 years.
We’ve formed friendships with locals eager
to reveal their stories and secrets; honed our
deep understanding of cultures and customs;
uncovered hidden treasures; and crafted the art
of sharing our discoveries to give you real and
rich experiences.
As you travel with us, looked after by our
incredible Travel Directors, you’ll feel genuinely
connected to the places you explore.
“Travel is in our DNA.
It’s our passion to help
our guests travel beyond
the expected.”
Gavin Tollman, Trafalgar CEO
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Your Trafalgar Guide
Our brochure is full of information to make sure you
find the perfect vacation for you.
Tip: for help navigating, leave this page open as
you explore our European trip styles.
Our trip styles
Discoveries – Multi-country vacations
giving an overview of Europe
Regionals – An in-depth experience of
one or a few countries
Family Experiences – Trips made for
sharing time together - perfect for all
kinds of family groups
At Leisure – Later starts and longer
stays for a more relaxed pace
Special Interest – Vacations with a
focus on interests from history to food
City Breaks – Single and multi-city
unescorted vacations, with all the
essentials organized
Our Insider Experiences
Local Experts – Feel the passion of a
local as they share their home city
with you
Unique Insights – Get a rare insight or
behind-the-scenes visit into
well-known places
Hidden Treasures – Encounter secret
spots, found (and shared) by your
Travel Director
Local Specialties – Meet local artisans
or sample regional produce
Be My Guest – Hear stories from local
families as you dine on home-cooked
dishes with them
Authentic Accommodations – Stay
in places which embrace the region’s
traditions or styles
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What’s always included
• The services of your Travel Director
• Must-see sightseeing and
surprise extras
• All your accommodations –
always with private facilities
• Breakfast every day
• Approximately half your evening
meals – including tips
• A luxury air-conditioned coach to
travel in
• All your hotel tips, charges and local
taxes – including porter service
• Audio headsets for flexible
sightseeing
*or Egyptologist in Egypt and Local Host on
City Breaks and Greek Cruises
Londonderry
IRELAND
Killarney
Oporto
Dublin
PORTUGAL
Lisbon
Vilamoura
Evora
Belfast
CELTIC SEA
Viseu
Fatima
Isle of Skye
MOROCCO
Marrakesh
Glasgow
Santander
Seville
Rabat
Casablanca
Fez
SPAIN
Edinburgh
York
UNITED
KINGDOM
FRANCE
THE
Stratford-upon-Avon
Waterford
Rotterdam
London
Bath
Bruges
BAY OF BISCAY
Plymouth
Lille
Omaha Beach
Bayeux Caen Paris
Cordoba
Ouarzazate
Salamanca
Mont St Michel
Burgos
Santaigo de Compostela
Pamplona
Madrid
Valencia
Granada
Costa del Sol
Erfoud
Tours
Amboise
Bordeaux
Barcelona
NORTH SE
BE
Be
Lyon
Avigno
Nimes
Biarritz
Mar
Lourdes
Carcass
ALGERIA

NORTH SEA
rd
Rotterdam
Beach
oise
FRANCE
x
Paris
THE NETHERLANDS
Amsterdam
Zutphen
Brussels
BELGIUM
NORWAY
DENMARK
GERMANY
SWITZERLAND
CORSICA
Oslo
Cologne
Frankfurt
Luxembourg
Munich
Innsbruck
Zurich
Chamonix
Lyon
Turin Milan
Beaune
Evian
Venice
Aix-les-Bains
Avignon Aix-en-Provence
Nimes
Nice
Marseille
des
Cannes
Carcassonne
a
IA
Bruges
Lille
NORWEGIAN SEA
Groningen
Bergen
Stavanger
Ajaccio
Alghero
Cagliari
Geiranger
Sognefjord
Lillehammer
Aalborg
Hamburg
Olbia
SARDINIA
TUNISIA
Florence
ITALY
SWEDEN
Copenhagen
Berlin
Prague
CZECH REPUBLIC
Vienna
AUSTRIA
SLOVENIA
Rome
Isle of Capri
Stockholm
Zagreb
CROATIA
Plitvice Lakes
Hvar
Dubrovnik
Sorrento
POLAND
Alberobello
Warsaw
Krakow
SLOVAKIA
Lecce
Budapest
HUNGARY
GREECE
FINLAND
LATVIA
LITHUANIA
Vilnius
ROMANIA
ESTONIA
Riga
Helsinki
Tallinn
BULGARIA
Palermo
Taormina
SICILY
Agrigento
Kalambaka
Delphi
Olympia
Athens
Mykonos
MALTA
LIBYA
GULF OF
BOTHNIA
BALTIC SEA
BOSNIA
& HERZE-
GOVINA
Belgrade
MONTE
-NEGRO
SERBIA
ALBANIA
MACEDONIA
Santorini
CRETE
BELARUS
UKRAINE
Minsk
MOLDOVA
Bursa
Canakkale
Izmir
Pamukkale
EGYPT
Istanbul
St Petersburg
TURKEY
MEDITERRANEAN SEA
Alexandria
Cairo
LAKE
LADOGA
Novgorod
RUSSIA
Ankara
Konya
Antalya
Luxor
Aswan
CYPRUS
BLACK SEA
Tiberias
Tel Aviv
Jerusalem
GAZA STRIP
ISRAEL
Cappadocia
LEBANON
Ein Gev
Amman
Moscow
JORDAN
Petra
Sharm
el Sheikh
RED
SEA
PALESTINE
SYRIA
IRAQ
GEORGIA
SAUDI ARABIA

Local Experts
As you listen to Penny Lane, on
the street which inspired the
song, Phil excitedly points out
The Beatles’ old haunts in his
thick Liverpudlian accent
before he takes you down into
the buzz and atmosphere of
the Cavern Club. A real-life
friend of the band and local
boy himself, the city feels alive
with his personal memories.
Taking you deep
inside Europe
Local Specialties
Meeting the makers of
Scotland’s slowest distilled malt
whisky, you experience their
patience and dedication,
learning the process before you
get to try a ‘wee dram’. You also
hear tales of smugglers, about
how Rob Roy hid in the oak tree,
and about the ghost of Cochran
Cartwright, who fell in the dam
on one of his regular ‘tastings’.
Be My Guest
Stepping into the Schieszl
family’s wine cellar, the barrel
forming its door doesn’t seem as
important as the wine you taste.
It’s not until later over dinner that
Konrád tells you the spine-tingling
story of how the barrel saved
their Jewish neighbors’ lives
during the war – and later saved
his grandfather’s vineyard
during communism.
Unique Insights
A unique look at Italy’s passion
for food, larger-than-life
Florentine chef, Libero, meets
you at his favorite market to
buy fresh ingredients for
homemade ravioli. Inviting you
back to his restaurant kitchen,
you chat as you create lunch
together before heading to his
garden to dine al fresco and
hear stories of life in Florence.
Authentic
Accommodations
Relaxing in its cool
sun-dappled courtyards,
discover hidden patios
connecting two former palaces
which, along with classical
Sevillian houses, create Las
Casas de la Judería. A
maze-like property that begs
to be explored, each room has
been restored to reflect the
rustic opulence of the old
Jewish Quarter of Seville.
Look out for more A Insider Experiences
on our trip itinerary pages
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Discover your
piece of Europe
FEATURING: Opposite
top right – Santorini, Greece;
Opposite bottom middle
– Moscow, Russia; Below
– Istanbul, Turkey; Bottom
left – Bavaria, Germany; Left
– London, England

Europe is a continent of contrasts. Classic favorites live
side-by-side with less discovered nations, with each bringing
its own distinct personality. Understanding the nuances of each
country, we take you deep into their differences, helping you make
the most of every moment of your time in Europe.
Italy
Italy’s love of ‘la dolce vita’ has given
rise to the Renaissance art, passion for
food, and exuberant yet effortless style
you see. We’ll also introduce you to
the locals, secrets and stories behind
each city and region, like the bustle of
the Rialto fish market enlivening your
senses as you step into this hub of
Venetian life with our Local Expert,
on a walking tour of Secret Venice.
See our 17 Italy vacations on
pages 28-61
Britain and Ireland
The royal pomp and pageantry; cream
teas and country pubs; and traditional
customs, local folklore and friendly
characters you encounter take you
straight to Britain and Ireland’s true
essence. Like in Belfast, where our local
cabbie takes you around the city in
his black cab, passionately sharing his
personal memories of ‘The Troubles’.
See our 19 Britain and Ireland
vacations on pages 62-99
Spain, Portugal, Morocco
and France
They might share borders, but
once you cross into each of these
neighboring countries you quickly
discover their many differences,
from their modern ways of life to
their traditions and history, revealed
through the stories we tell. Like at the
Alhambra in Granada, where one of
our experts paints vivid pictures of life
in the palace, showing you not just the
intricate hand-carvings most visitors
focus on, but the stories behind them.
See our 14 vacations in these
countries on pages 100-127
Central and Eastern Europe
including Russia and
Scandinavia
The many faces of Europe’s central
and eastern bloc - like Russia, which
emerged from the Iron Curtain with a
vibrant edge - meet the contemporary
cool of Scandinavia. Less well-known
than their western neighbors, unique
moments come thick and fast here,
whether it’s sharing canapés with ballet
dancers in St Petersburg, exploring
the world’s cycling capital, Groningen,
by bike, or trying the owner’s homebrewed
beer in a Gasthof in the
Austrian Alps.
See our 20 vacations in these
countries on pages 128-167
Eastern Mediterranean
Warm island sands in Greece.
Mineral-rich waters in the Dead Sea.
The Blue Mosque of Istanbul. The
dramatic scenery in Greece, Israel,
Egypt and Turkey is met by monuments
of ancient civilisations and the firmly
held traditions of these countries.
Meeting locals - like the residents of
Demircidere who share their traditional
bread-making secrets with you - takes
you beyond the beaches and into the
soul of the Eastern Med.
See our 10 vacations Eastern
Mediterranean vacations on
pages 169-189
European Discoveries
Sometimes seeing one destination
just isn’t enough. Our multi-country
European Discoveries are designed to
take you on a seamless voyage across
the continent - bringing together up to
12 countries in a single vacation.
Each itinerary is meticulously crafted
to balance the different identities
of the places you visit, so you can
experience the diversity of Europe.
See our 18 European Discoveries on
pages 190-225
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We’ve designed our collection
to help you see Europe your
way. Lively or relaxed? One
country or a dozen? We’ve
listened to our guests and
infused each itinerary with
our 67 years’ experience
and knowledge.
Our vacations come with carefully
planned sightseeing, dining and hotels,
chosen so you can experience the
best of the destination – with just the
right blend of shared experiences
and free time.
How do you
like to travel?
DEEP INSIDE
with Regionals
Taking you deep into a destination, our
in-depth Regional itineraries have been
crafted for those wanting to absorb the
spirit and soul of a country, or even a
region like the Alps or Mediterranean
where neighboring countries share
similar culture, scenery or even food.
And then we add a unique twist with
our Insider Experiences, so you can
explore, chat or even dine with locals.
Many travelers just see Paris. Our Best of
France trip (page 108-109) goes beyond
the chic capital to rich experiences like
tasting local wine in Beaune.
COVERING GROUND
with Discoveries
An instant introduction to Europe’s
diversity, we created our Discoveries
collection for those wanting to
experience more of the continent in one
vacation. Faster-paced encounters with
up to 12 countries, they don’t just skim
the surface; our Travel Directors still take
you beyond the expected, introducing
you to local people and moments.
One of our bestselling vacations, Grand
European (page 220-221) takes in 11
countries, as you get to know locals
who share icons and secrets.

TAKING IT SLOW
with At Leisure
Slower-paced, our At Leisure vacations
give you longer stays and longer lie-ins
– in fact, you rarely have to leave the
hotel before 9am. Usually stopping for
two to six nights in each destination, you
have more free time to explore – but still
get the same insider knowledge of your
Travel Director and Insider Experiences.
Our leisurely Greek Island Hopper
(page 178-179) mixes ancient Athens
with a laid-back island feel, with three
nights on both Mykonos and Santorini.
FEATURING: far left -
Paris, France; top left -
Bayern, Germany; bottom
left - Amsterdam, The
Netherlands; left - Venice,
Italy; below - Rome, Italy;
above - Lindos, Greece
SHARING TIME
with Family Experiences
Designed for all kinds of families sharing
time together, our Family Experiences
mix education and entertainment for
everyone from children to grandparents
while showing you the very best of Europe.
Of course the hotels and restaurants have
been hand-picked to meet family needs,
but it is experiences like learning how
to Flamenco together which make them
different and memorable.
Gladiators, Gondolas and Gold (page
36-37) sees families enrolling in
Gladiator school and making pizzas
with an Italian chef in Rome.
FOLLOWING PASSIONS
with Special Interest
Specially designed for travelers wanting
to experience a particular side of
Europe, our select Special Interest trips
could see you discovering Italy through
its food or England through its country
gardens, or even crossing Europe by
rail. A collection of carefully created
vacations, they’re ideal whether you’re
passionate about the theme – or just
want to see Europe differently.
Our WWI & WWII Battlefields trip
(page 106-107) is particularly poignant
for 2014, on the 100th anniversary of
the start of World War One.
INDEPENDENT BUT EASY
with City Breaks
The ultimate city break vacations, these
unescorted single and multi-destination
trips focus on Europe’s classic
capitals. Giving the independence
and excitement of a city break with
the insider knowledge and ease of a
Trafalgar vacation, all the essentials are
organized and every new city starts
with an introduction to the sights from
one of our local connections.
On our London, Paris and Rome break
(page 236-237), locals meet you in
each city to tell homespun stories
about the famous icons.
Look out for these trip
styles when choosing your
vacation on page 10
Don’t want everything
included?
Our CostSaver range gives
you amazing value – without
compromising on the quality
you expect from our guided
vacations. You still get all the
essentials and see more than
just the icons, but more of the
experiences are optional. Visit
www.trafalgar.com/CostSaver
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Start your
journey
Europe is covered and uncovered on our 104
itineraries, with 44 destinations and a choice
of vacation styles to explore in our brochure.
Enjoy your journey.
Travel beyond the expected 2
Your Trafalgar Guide 3-5
Discover your piece of Europe 6-7
How do you like to travel? 8-9
Start your journey 10-11
Expect… the unexpected 12-15
Our people. Our passion 16-17
Seeing things differently 18-19
Flavors of Europe 20-21
The right place to stay 22-23
Your journey made easy 24-25
Everything is taken care of 26
Connecting with our world 27
Our hotel collection, customized group
vacations, express check-in & things to know 238
London Reception Center &
extend your stay in London 239
Extend your stay in Europe 240
Airport transfers 241
Trafalgar’s travel protection & booking conditions 242-243
Six ways to save 244-245
European Regionals
Italy & Combinations Days Page
Italian Holiday 8 28-29
Rome & Tuscan Highlights 10 30-31
Northern Italy including Cinque Terre 10 32-33
Milan & Italian Treasures 10 34-35
Gladiators, Gondolas & Gold 11 36-37
Flavors of Italy 11 38-39
Italian Discovery 11 40-41
Great Italian Cities 11 42-43
Contrasts of Italy 11 44-45
Corsica & Sardinia 12 46-47
Italy Bellissimo 12 48-49
Italian Concerto 12 50-51
Best of Italy 14 52-53
Italian Glory 14 54-55
Grand Italian Experience 18 56-57
Southern Italy & Sicily 11 58-59
Best of Italy & Sicily 16 60-61
Britain & Ireland
Spain, Portugal, Morocco
& France
Days Page
Real Britain 10 62-63
Best of Devon & Cornwall 9 64-65
Scenic England 10 66-67
Amazing Britain 11 68-69
English Country Gardens 10 70-71
Castles & Kilts 11 72-73
Best of Britain 15 74-75
The Britannia 19 76-77
Britain & Ireland Highlights 11 78-79
Wonders of Britain & Ireland 16 80-81
Britain & Ireland Panorama 20 82-83
Britain & Ireland Grandeur 24 84-85
Irish Highlights 8 86-87
Scenic Ireland 9 88-89
Best of Ireland 11 90-91
Irish Experience 12 92-93
Best of Ireland & Scotland 16 94-95
Best of Scotland 8 96-97
Scottish Highlands, Islands & Cities 14 98-99
Days Page
The Treasures of France 9 100-101
Wonderful France 10 102-103
Paris & Provence 12 104-105
WWI & WWII Battlefields 13 106-107
Best of France 14 108-109
Highlights of France & Barcelona with Madrid Option 11 110-111
Spanish Wonder 10 112-113
Spanish Salsa 10 114-115
Best of Spain 16 116-117
Northern Spain NEW 12 118-119
Best of Portugal 12 120-121
Highlights of Spain & Portugal 14 122-123
Spain, Morocco & Portugal 17 124-125
Best of Morocco 10 126-127

Central & Eastern Europe
including Russia & Scandinavia Days Page
Best of Holland 8 128-129
Best of Holland, Belgium & Luxembourg 11 130-131
Best of Germany 13 132-133
Best of Germany & Austria 14 134-135
Sound of Music 11 136-137
Switzerland & Austria 14 138-139
Swiss Delight NEW 8 140-141
Contrasts of Switzerland 9 142-143
Best of Switzerland 10 144-145
Grand Alpine Experience 15 146-147
Imperial Europe 11 148-149
Bohemian Highlights 16 150-151
Prague, Vienna & Budapest 11 152-153
Highlights of Eastern Europe 18 154-155
The Balkans & Venice NEW 14 156-157
Highlights of Austria, Slovenia & Croatia 15 158-159
Wonders of St. Petersburg & Moscow 9 160-161
Scenic Scandinavia & its Fjords 15 162-163
Best of Finland, Russia & the Baltic States 16 164-165
Capitals of the North 16 166-167
See our deals –
with six ways
to save
on pages 244-245
Eastern Mediterranean
Days Page
Introduction to Greek Island Cruises 168
Athens & Aegean 9 169
Ancient Lands 9 170
Aegean Odyssey 12 171
Best of Greece 9 172-173
Best of Greece with 3 & 4 Day Cruise Options 13/14 174-175
Best of Greece with 7 Day Cruise Options 17 176-177
Greek Island Hopper 11 178-179
Jordan Experience with Dead Sea Option 6 180-181
Best of Egypt 10 182-183
Best of Israel 10 184-185
Highlights of Turkey with Cruise Option 9 186-187
Best of Turkey with Cruise Option 15 188-189
European Discoveries
Delights of London & Paris NEW 10 190-191
European Highlights with Eurostar Option 10 192-193
European Traveler 11 194-195
European Dream 11 196-197
European Splendor 14 198-199
European Wonderland 14 200-201
European Marvel with Eurostar Option 15 202-203
European Whirl incl. Eurostar 15 204-205
Scenic Europe incl. T.G.V & Eurostar Option 15 206-207
European Spotlight 15 208-209
Contrasts of Europe incl. Eurostar 16 210-211
European Interlude incl. Eurostar 18 212-213
European Horizons with Eurostar Option 19 214-215
Wonders of Europe incl. Eurostar NEW 18 216-217
Traditional Europe incl. Eurostar 21 218-219
Grand European with Eurostar Option 24 220-221
Great European 31 222-223
European Supreme with Cruise & Eurostar Opt. 32 224-225
City Breaks
Introduction to City Breaks 226
London Week 8 227
London & Paris including Eurostar 9 228-229
Magic & Make Believe 9 230-231
Paris Week 9 232-233
Paris & Rome 9 234-235
London, Paris & Rome including Eurostar 11 236-237
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Expect…
the unexpected
FEATURING: top left - Athens,
Greece; top right - London,
England; middle - Rome, Italy;
above - Paris, France; left
- Edinburgh, Scotland; right -
Rome, Italy

It can be exciting to discover guided vacations
aren’t all mapped out, as first-timer Paul
Nugent found out this year.
There’s a romance to the notion of
traveling. Hitting the open road, finding
guesthouses with real character,
chatting with locals at a bar and seeing
the iconic sights. But, I’ll freely admit
I’ve found the dream is rarely the reality.
For some, traveling alone is an
adventure. For me, guided travel gave
me all the adventure I was after – with
none of the hard work.
I got to see the places I wanted
to see, but also got under the
skin of the country – and still
had a much-needed vacation
It could be the time it takes to plan,
the thought of driving on foreign roads
or the prospect of making it round all
the sights in just one day, but letting
someone else do the work just makes
sense. On my trip I got to see the
places I wanted to see, but also got
under the skin of the country – and
still had a much-needed vacation.
On my first guided vacation, I was
looking forward to the obvious benefits,
like the fact someone else would look
after my every need and get me from
A to B. The fact I wouldn’t have to
negotiate public transport in my first
five minutes in the country. And the
fact I wouldn’t have to scramble for
coins at tolls, worry about parking in a
capital city, or read up on road rules on
the plane ride over.
I’ve driven round the Arc de Triomphe,
along cliff-edge roads in Corsica and
through the Mont Blanc Tunnel under
the Alps. And, while I had some good
times, I didn’t really get to take in the
scenery and destination properly. (And
I’m not entirely sure how I, the hire car
or my relationship survived.)
I was looking forward to the
obvious benefits, like the fact
someone else would look after
my every need
I was also eagerly anticipating having
my route planned out for me by people
who really understand the countries I’d
visit. It was knowing the hotels were all
booked, the best restaurants had been
picked and I’d definitely see all the
landmarks – without me having been
a slave to online search engines for
months beforehand.
And I’d no longer approach a
reception, phrase book in hand, to ask
for directions before giving up and
uttering the inimitable phrase ‘do you
speak English?’
But I wasn’t on the coach long before
I realized I was getting much more
than my dream of a chauffeur, trip
planner and linguist all rolled into one.
I was getting more than I could have
arranged on my own.
I thought I had guided
vacations all mapped out. But
this was something different
The thought of someone else doing
the work for me had encouraged me
to look at guided vacations. But it was
realizing someone was using their
local connections to get me exclusive
hotel, travel and sightseeing deals that
sold it to me. Oh yes, before I traveled
with Trafalgar, I thought I had guided
vacations all mapped out. But this was
something different.
www.trafalgar.com/WhyGuided
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FEATURING: right
- Paris, France
continued...
The difference started when I realized
my luggage had made it on to the
coach without me even thinking about
it; a very pleasant surprise that broke
all those rules about ‘keeping your
luggage with you at all times’. And it
continued like that the whole vacation,
with my bag magically appearing at my
hotel rooms and back onto the coach.
We’ve all been there. I’ve lugged a
suitcase through countless European
city centers after long flights and tricky
hotel transfers. I’ve kept my fingers
crossed that the budget hotel I found will
miraculously have turned into a swanky
pad, while my partner Vanessa grumbles
every time my suitcase wobbles to the
side and hits her in the shin.
Someone carrying that luggage.
Someone checking me in at the hotel
and just handing me my key. Someone
there to point out restaurants to fit my
random dining requirements – or the
best shop to buy authentic gifts rather
than over-priced tourist tack. It was
these little luxuries which left me free
to just enjoy the experience.
More than a personal concierge
… she knew more than most
would think possible about the
places we visited
My Travel Director, Anna, was more
than a personal concierge though.
She knew more than most would think
possible about the places we visited
– understanding each region’s people,
economy, history, politics and food.

Chatting with her over breakfast, she
told me it wasn’t just the heritage
which attracted her to Trafalgar. It
was appreciating she’d get bespoke
training to help her share her passion
for her home nation. And knowing
the itineraries would let her take her
guests inside each destination – and
add her own personal touch.
She introduced us to her local
connections who’d share their
cities, homes or even dinners
with us
As we traveled, Anna told us stories
about characters she’d met. She
shared anecdotes about her own life
growing up in the places she took us.
And she introduced us to her local
connections, who’d share their cities,
homes or even dinners with us. I’d
always thought guided vacations
were all pre-planned, but sometimes
Anna took us off-route, choosing more
scenic roads or showing us hidden
places she’d found and loved.
Completely impromptu, she heard
about a little village fair and pointed it
out, answered a tricky question about
a crop growing in the fields we were
passing, and found a shop selling
fabric for a fellow guest keen
on quilting.
We were fast-tracked past the
queues into iconic landmarks
But it wasn’t just about bespoke
moments. We’d come to see the sights.
After all, you couldn’t go home from
Paris without seeing the Eiffel Tower or
Rome without seeing the Vatican. And
we were fast-tracked past the queues
into iconic landmarks – it didn’t just save
us time, it made us feel a little like VIPs.
There’s something about travel
which connects people
It was moments like this which sealed
the friendships I’d made with my fellow
travelers. It seems far-fetched that
friendships can be forged so quickly
– but there’s something about travel
which connects people.
Having trips tailored to families; to
people with a passion for food; to
travelers wanting to see more than one
country; even to those wanting to lie-in;
meant you felt you really were with
like-minded people.
Sharing experiences like dining with
farmers in their home, my first (rather
inelegant) attempt at wine tasting,
watching ancient Stonehenge appear
on the misty horizon, and losing my
Cornish Pasty to a squawking seagull,
only to find out half my fellow travelers
did too, sped up bonds which normally
take years to form.
The sightseeing and shared
experiences were seamlessly
paired with free time to dine,
explore and unwind
I have to confess, I had made
assumptions about traveling as
a group. I thought it would be like
a cruise on wheels, but I soon
discovered a more intimate and
in-depth adventure, with moments
which felt truly exclusive and local.
Anna told me about the team who find
the experiences she gets to share, like
Christine who travels across Europe,
literally knocking on doors to find
amazing home-cooked meals and local
characters travelers can dine with.
I thought I’d stay in run-of-the-mill
hotels; but one night you could be
staying in the buzz of a capital city and
the next be in an old palace packed
with tradition and romantic stories. It
feels like each hotel is cherry-picked to
suit the day – and squeeze in the most
local color.
And I thought every moment would be
spent together, but the sightseeing and
shared experiences were seamlessly
paired with free time to dine, explore
and unwind. Sometimes I asked Anna
for her recommendations; sometimes I
joined one of her Optional Experiences;
and sometimes I just headed to a little
café and reminded myself I was really
here, in Europe, on vacation.
It was in one of these cafés when I
found myself reading my guidebook
for pleasure, rather than frantically
searching it for a restaurant, direction
or foreign phrase; and I realized this
Trafalgar trip hadn’t let me see Europe; it
had let me experience it – and enjoy it.
www.trafalgar.com/WhyGuided
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Knowledge, experience,
expertise
A love of his country; the passion to
seek out new experiences; the warmth
to make guests feel at home when
they’ve only just arrived: Pino (opposite
far right) is just one of the Travel
Directors who bring our vacations to life.
Looked after by our dedicated team,
our bespoke Travel Director training
program puts them in our guests’
shoes, helping them become true
Insiders by showing new ways to
share their knowledge and bring every
destination into focus in unique and
inspiring ways.
Our people.
Our passion.
A diverse group of people, they come
from all different walks of life – but they
share a love of travel and their home
nations. This inspires them to open
up their country to you, whether it’s a
recommendation for a local restaurant
that serves the most delicious version
of a typical dish, or the best place
to find those all important, and truly
authentic, souvenirs.
They explore the icons with you,
then seek out surprise places and
A Hidden Treasures that add an extra
richness to your vacation, giving you
unexpected stories that often become
the memories you share when you
return home. They could be personal
favorites, like Pino’s much-loved
Caravaggios, or something they found
with your Coach Driver, like the lessused
roads that weave between the
jagged cliffs and stalactite caves of
ancient Cheddar Gorge in England.
They work hand-in-hand with our skilled
and friendly Drivers, capable chauffeurs
with years of experience at the wheel.
And with the many Local Experts they
introduce you to along the way; people
who live in the places you’re visiting,
giving you a shortcut to understanding
each region, and an even deeper and
more personal perspective.

Born and raised in Italy, Pino Campi, one of our Travel Directors,
uses his local knowledge, experience (and a little bit
of Latin passion) to bring lesser-known aspects of Italy to life.
When we bring our guests to
Italy I want to show them its secrets,
not just the sights they’ve come to see.
Rome has so many stories, so much
history. I love scouring the city for
Hidden Treasures, like the Caravaggio
paintings hidden in the church of Santa
Maria del Popolo. It’s an unassuming
church that’s easy to miss, but inside
it’s just beautiful. I love art history,
so being able to take our guests
somewhere they may not have found,
and seeing their faces as I tell them
about my favorite Baroque artist’s
techniques and escapades, while
they view his work, is one of my
favorite moments.
FEATURING: bottom left -
Aegean Islands, Greece;
below - Rome, Italy
I’ve been working as a Travel Director
for almost a decade. I love the fact that
I inspire our guests, listening to them
and finding out their interests and
passions so I can use my knowledge
to help them really discover and enjoy
my country – a place they’ve often
dreamed of seeing. It just makes me
happy, taking care of the little details,
getting to know people from all over
the world, and making every vacation
easy so guests can get on and enjoy
themselves - I can’t think of a job I’d
rather do.
Pino Campi, Trafalgar Travel Director
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When you’re visiting a new
place, there’s nothing like
having a friend there to
welcome you. Someone to
take you to the sights – but
also take you deeper to reveal
the secrets.
Must-see sights
Seeing things
differently
There are places which make it onto
postcards and into guidebooks. Places
like the Eiffel Tower, Buckingham Palace,
and the Leaning Tower of Pisa. These
exciting landmarks are always part of
our trips.
And our audio headsets give you the
freedom to explore the sights at your
own pace, pausing to take photos or
just absorb everything around you,
without missing out on your Travel
Director’s insights.
But we also take you beyond the
expected, introducing you to local
people and sharing our deep
insider knowledge.

Unique Insights
Our A Unique Insights were inspired
by our love of uncovering things not
found in guidebooks. Sometimes
these moments give a different
viewpoint of the famous sights: in
the hush of the Vatican museums
we slip away from other visitors to
tread the famous Bramante staircase,
not usually open to the public. And
sometimes they show a twist on local
life: in Barcelona, one of our local
connections helps us mingle with
busy Spaniards bargaining at the lively
La Boqueria Market.
FEATURING: top right
- Cambridge, England;
center - Vatican, Rome; top
middle - Cairo, Egypt; top
left - Edinburgh, Scotland;
middle left - Pisa, Italy
Customize your trip
Everyone likes a little time for
themselves, so our itineraries always
include free time to explore on
your own. If you’re in need of a little
inspiration, we can give ideas.
Or you can join one of our Optional
Experiences, created to help
personalize your trip with more things
that interest you – whether it’s a
sound and light show at the Egyptian
pyramids or a horse and carriage
ride in Innsbruck.
Local Specialties
Meeting artisans who carry on age-old
traditions gives a fresh perspective on
a country’s culture, like the Venetian
glassblowers, the Scottish whisky
distillers and the cuckoo clock makers
of Germany’s Black Forest we meet.
Seeing them at work gives you an
appreciation for the A Local Specialties
others just take home as souvenirs.
Local Experts
Our travels across Europe have
unearthed some unforgettable
characters. Local radio personalities,
black cab drivers, historians: each
A Local Expert adds a diverse
personal spin to ‘seeing the sights’.
Like the students of Cambridge
University, who talk about studying at
this famous college as they punt you
along the river. With anecdotes and
quirky facts about life in the places you
visit, they are the ultimate insiders in
their hometown.
“The perfect balance
of planned activities,
shopping experiences and
suggestions for what to do
in free time to maximize
our travel opportunities.”
Elaine, East Norriton, USA
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More than meals, in Europe food is
about memories – and socializing.
There’s nothing like tasting classic
food and drink in their home nations.
Like fish and chips in a cozy British
pub, crisp champagne in a French
vineyard, or authentic gelatos in a
slick Italian pavement café.
The dishes may be different but there’s one
philosophy which unites Europe – food is best
enjoyed with friends, old and new.
It’s this philosophy which inspires our dining
experiences. Like our relaxed Welcome
Receptions, where you can get to know your
fellow guests and Travel Director over drinks or
dinner. And our Farewell Dinners, the perfect
forum to relive the memories, share email
addresses and talk about where to go next.
Flavors
of Europe

Dining with locals
We’ve formed many friendships as
we’ve explored Europe seeking out
unique venues and their hosts.
Our A Be My Guest experiences aren’t
just about fantastic food. Invited into
the homes of people we’ve met on our
travels, they’re also about hearing stories
of local life and legends in intimate
settings, from vineyards to farmhouses.
On the shores of Loch Ard in Scotland,
father and son Fergus and Gregor
Wood welcome you to their working
hill farm. After hearing about life as a
Scottish farmer, you head into their
17th century barn for a family supper
of dishes like local lamb, and the
obligatory whisky mac, served up
with romantic stories of the farm’s
connections to the infamous
Rob Roy and a rousing ‘Session’
singing competition.
And in Italy, we visit the Telli Family,
who invite you to dinner on a tiny
island on Lake Maggiore. Arriving by
boat, you are met by Signor Telli who
leads you to a pretty tower. Serving
up home-cooked Italian dishes, the
family tell you about the young prince
who used to play in the tower with
his brothers and cousins, pretending
it was a pirate’s hideaway. And how,
years later, he returned to turn it into a
restaurant called ‘La Piratera’, named
after his childhood game.
FEATURING: top left - Libero
Cooking School, Italy; center
- Be My Guest in Florence,
Italy; bottom left - Rome, Italy
Our secret recipe
We carefully plan your dining to match
the day. When we’re on a road trip and
won’t return until late, we’ll include a
meal at the hotel restaurant. When
we’re staying central, you’re free to find
your own favorites – or try your Travel
Director’s personal recommendations.
And, when we’re staying near a
restaurant we know and love, serving
typical dishes, we’ll take you there for a
Regional Meal.
Of course breakfast is always included,
along with up to half your evening
meals. And we always plan in some
time to stop for lunch in just the right
spot for your journey.
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The right
place to stay
We seek out the right hotel to
create the right experience,
using the expertise we’ve built
over 67 years to craft the
perfect blend of charm,
location and quality.
We know one size doesn’t fit all. So
sometimes we stay with internationally
renowned names, like Sofitel,
InterContinental and Westin, and other
times we hand-pick independent hotels
which add a truly unique flavor. After all,
the ‘right’ hotel doesn’t always meet set
criteria – you can’t measure charm.
Of course, sometimes it is all about
the star rating, so you’ll always stay
in four or five star accommodations
with us. Comfort goes without saying.
And sometimes it’s all about being
central: but we make sure we pick
hotels that complement your stay,
so you can truly get the most out
of your destination. Like in Venice,
where we’ll either stay among the
scenic canals, or on Lido di Venezia
island, where wealthy Italians
choose to live and vacation.

Authentic Accommodations
Our local connections have introduced
us to some unusual and exciting
A Authentic Accommodations, which we
couldn’t resist sharing with you. Unique
places to stay, each reflects the area
you’re in. There’s the Turkish cave hotel
in Cappadocia, where the Yigitoglu
family proudly share their grandly
restored house beside the ancient
Ortahisar rock castle. There’s the
Renaissance palace in Spain, where
Napoleon’s army slept before attacking
Vitoria. And there’s the wonderful hotel
we found near the Vatican, which used
to be owned by Catholic monks and
donates profits to charitable missions.
FEATURING: top center - The Gleneagle
Hotel, Killarney, Ireland; top right - The
Amfora, Hvar, Croatia; right - The Grand
Hotel Europe, Lucerne, Switzerland; below
- Amalia Hotel, Nafplion, Greece; below
right - Las Casas de la Juderia, Seville,
Spain; bottom right - Grande Albergo
Ausonia & Hungaria, Venice, Italy; center
- Hotel Corallo, Sorrento, Italy; bottom left
- Kasbah Hotel Chergui, Morocco; top left -
Hostellerie Le Cèdre, Beaune, France
Rest assured
While we tailor our hotels to match our
vacations, there are some things you
can be sure of.
You’ll receive the same impeccable
service and quality, whether staying
in a cutting-edge modern hotel or
authentic guesthouse – our Quality
Control team check each and every
one of them.
We take care of checking you in,
carrying your luggage and paying any
gratuities, saving you time and energy.
And at most hotels you’ll find WiFi.
www.trafalgar.com/EuropeHotels
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It’s not just about getting from A to B, but
the experiences you have along the way
that turn a trip into an extraordinary journey.
Europe’s country, city and coastal roads become
more than scenery with us. Your Travel Director
introduces you to each destination before you arrive,
and shares anecdotes and knowledge of the places
you pass on the way.
On the journey, you get to know your fellow
travelers; chatting, sharing stories and beginning
friendships sealed by a shared love of travel.
Our Coach Drivers know the roads less traveled, so
we ask them to take you on the scenic routes where
possible to reveal landscapes and towns you might
not otherwise see. And, with years of experience,
they take the worry out of the road, looking after
the parking costs, road tolls and prerequisite map
reading for you (we even look after your luggage
from door to door throughout the journey).
FEATURING: far right
- coastal roads, Spain;
bottom left - Paris, France
Your journey
made easy

Traveling in comfort
With comfortable reclining seats, an
onboard restroom and WiFi in most
European countries, our air-conditioned
coaches are a luxurious way to travel. They
have European electrical outlets so you
can charge cameras and phones between
destinations. And the panoramic windows
give incredible views.
Other ways to travel
Of course, we’re the experts in coach travel,
but we tailor our vacations and sometimes
select other transport to enhance your trip.
Hand-picked and quality checked by us, these
add a different flavor to your vacation. Whether
it’s passing medieval ruins on a tranquil Rhine
cruise or relaxing on the Bernina Express in
Switzerland, on a train journey so uniquely
beautiful it’s been recognized by UNESCO.
Greener travel
As part of our commitment to the environment,
we constantly strive to become more carbon
efficient. 2013 figures* confirm our coaches
emit less carbon or greenhouse gas per guest
than cars or trains. And we update the vehicles
in our coach fleet to the latest model at least
every five years, ensuring we stay on top of
innovations in carbon-efficient travel.
*Source DEFRA (UK Dept for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs)
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Everything taken
care of
Small details can make a big
difference to your vacation.
That’s why we can organize
these little, but important,
extras for you.
Airport transfers
We include complimentary airport
transfers for your arrival and departure
(at set times). But, if you’re coming earlier
or staying longer (and have booked your
hotel through us), or are just flying at
a different time, we’ve also negotiated
competitive rates for transfers at other
times and can arrange them for you.
More details on p241
Staying longer
FEATURING: top left and
right - London Reception
Center, England; bottom
left - Florence, Italy
If you want to stay a little longer before
or after your vacation, we source special
deals through our trusted and quality
checked hotel partners. You can find the
hotels on pages 239-240 or, for London,
on trip itinerary pages. Just ask your
Travel Agent to book your extra nights.
More details on p240
Personal concierge service
Our welcoming team at Trafalgar’s
London Reception Center help you make
the most of your time in this capital city.
Listening to your needs, Hosts can
book London sightseeing and attraction
tickets, make recommendations and
even help with transport. Pop in to
speak to them or just use the space
to catch up on news and emails, with
complimentary internet access and
local papers.
You can even buy currency packs
there – to get you started in each
country you visit with us.
More details on p239
Tap into the conversation
We know guests often have questions
before they travel. Our Facebook page
is the perfect place to connect with
past travelers or other like-minded
guests about to travel. You can also tap
into our insider knowledge on Twitter.
Or read our blog, updated regularly with
news of our destinations and insights
from our on-road Travel Directors.
www.facebook.com/TrafalgarTravel
@TrafalgarTalk
www.trafalgarblog.com

Connecting with
our world
We believe in going beyond
the expected. It’s something
you experience as you
travel with us – but it’s also
our philosophy for how we
connect with our world.
It’s about going beyond being
responsible with carbon emissions,
recycled paper and donations to
charitable causes – we believe
these go without saying; it’s about
connecting with the communities we
visit, and making it easy for you to
do the same.
FEATURING: center -
Dover, England; inset
- Paris, France
Our vacations support local people
and their traditions and livelihoods.
It could be meeting artisans at
their workshops, staying at a little
authentic hotel, or dining on local
produce at a farm or vineyard.
These meaningful grassroots
moments let us give back to the
places and people who welcome us.
We also work with our parent
company’s (The Travel Corporation)
foundation, TreadRight, which has
donated more than USD$2 million
since 2008. Through this foundation,
we help fund National Trust work at
the UK’s White Cliffs of Dover and
Quarry Bank Mill.
You can see this work first hand
– just look for this logo on
itineraries visiting a National Trust
project and visit www.treadright.org
to discover more.
National Trust Images/Andrew Butler
Quarry Bank Mill, UK
– just one of the projects we help fund
This unique project gives an insight
into the Industrial Revolution which
changed Britain – and the lives of
the workers that fuelled it. And your
visit with us helps the National Trust
preserve it.
National Trust Images/Andrew Butler
Quarry Bank Mill was built by Samuel
Greg to profit from the power of the
River Bollin. The project tells the
stories of this community: the pauper
children taken from families, the
workers who toiled and the Gregs
who lived in luxury.
www.trafalgar.com/SustainableTourism
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Italian Holiday
Roman monuments, Venetian canals and Florentine artistry complement the tranquil beauty of Lake Garda, your
base for one night of this perfect introduction to Italy.
It’s Insider moments like… bypassing the main queues and stepping straight from the sun-drenched streets of
Rome into the cool calm of the holiest place in the eternal city. Discovering why no photo can ever capture
the beauty of the Sistine Chapel, as you stand before Michelangelo’s greatest work. And listening to our
expert recount secrets of the Vatican’s past and present, unfolding the story of this incomparable Renaissance
masterpiece, and the biblical lessons it depicts.
It's iconic places
City Tours in Rome and Florence. Orientation of Venice. Visit
St Peter’s Basilica, the amazing Vatican Museums, Sistine
Chapel and the Roman Colosseum. Cruise by private launch to
St. Mark’s Square in Venice. View the Roman Forum,
the Byzantine St Mark’s Basilica, Santa Croce Basilica and
the Duomo in Florence.
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Regional
St. Peter's Basilica, Rome
Gondolas, Venice

Start
End
CORSICA
It’s travel beyond the expected
Day 1 | *Depart Canada
Overnight flight to Rome.
LAKE GARDA 1
ITALY
FLORENCE
Mediterranean
Sea
Number of overnight stays
Sightseeing stops
Day 2 | Arrive Rome (2 Nights)
Welcome to Rome, the Eternal City! Relax after your
journey or take a leisurely stroll through ancient
streets. This evening, join your Travel Director and
traveling companions for a Welcome Reception and
evening orientation drive to see St. Peter’s Basilica.
This is the perfect introduction to the sights which
await you! (WR) Hotel: Cardinal St Peter
Day 3 | Rome Sightseeing and Free Time
Visit St. Peter’s Basilica in the Vatican City and view
Michelangelos Pietà. View the Forum during your
sightseeing tour with a A Local Expert. Visit the
mighty Colosseum, site of public events, and see
the Circus Maximus. Spend the rest of the day
seeing the sights of your choice. Shop for souvenirs
or relax and watch the world go by. (BB)
Day 4 | Rome | Venice
Your included sightseeing tour with a A Local
Expert begins at the Vatican Museums. Experience
a A Unique Insight in the Vatican when you
ascend the smooth and step-less spiral staircase
designed by famous architect Donato Bramante.
Admire Michelangelo’s magnificent frescoed ceiling
in the Sistine Chapel. Follow the valley of the River
Tiber north into Umbria and pass the impressive
hilltop towns of Orte and Orvieto. Through Tuscan
landscapes and terraced olive groves, over the
Apennine hills, past Bologna and finally across
the Veneto plains before arriving at your hotel in
Venice. Enjoy dining at your hotel this evening.
(BB DW) Hotel: NH Laguna Palace
Day 5 | Venice Sightseeing | Lake Garda
Savor the sights and sounds of this floating
Byzantine city on your included canal cruise by
private launch to St. Mark’s Square. View the
Bridge of Sighs and the ornate Doge’s Palace. Visit
a A Local Specialty glassblowing workshop, with
free time afterwards to explore on your own. Later,
travel to the Italian Lake District. (BB) Hotel: Poiano
1
VENICE
1
1
2 ROME
Adriatic
Sea
CROATIA
Day 6 | Lake Garda | Florence
Enjoy stunning views of Lake Garda this
morning. Perhaps take the opportunity to join a
boat ride across its waters before continuing
your journey to Florence. This evening, enjoy a
memorable A Be My Guest dining experience in a
Tuscan villa situated on an organic olive-oil estate
overlooking Florence and the Tuscan hills. (BB BG)
Hotel: Grand Hotel Mediterraneo
Day 7 | Florence | Rome
In Florence, the city’s rich medieval and Renaissance
history is brought to life by your A Local Expert.
See Piazza della Signoria, with its impressive
sculptures and imposing palazzi. View the multicolored
marble Duomo and the famous Baptistery
with its bronze doors. View the Ponte Vecchio, a
spectacular feat of engineering dating from the
Middle Ages. Traveling south, the Tuscan landscape
− characterized by rolling hills and picturesque olive
groves − is breath-taking. Through Umbria’s shady
valleys, with olive and cypress trees, you reach the
valley of the Tiber River, which leads you back to
Rome. Spend leisure time relaxing or exploring. In
Rome tonight, celebrate the end of your vacation
with your companions at a Farewell Dinner.
(BB FD) Hotel: Executive Style
Day 8 | Rome | Canada
After breakfast say ‘arrivederci’ to Rome and your
traveling companions as you return home with
wonderful memories of Italy. Transfers are available.
Conditions apply. (BB)
Don’t want everything
included?
Check out our similar Italian Dream vacation.
Our CostSaver trips have fewer inclusions
so you save money – giving you extra
free time to explore independently. Visit
www.trafalgar.com/CostSaver
Italian Holiday
8 days – 2 Countries
Regional
From: C$1999 (per person twin share)
Includes: 6 nights’ accommodations (5 hotels).
6 hot buffet breakfasts. 4 dinners (including
Welcome Reception, Be My Guest, three course
dinner with wine and Farewell Dinner). All land
transport shown. All transfers shown. All our
featured inclusions shown on page 3.
BOOK & PAY EARLY
SAVE UP
TO C$218 p.p.
Other
savings
CRUISE
CONNECTION
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Single
Supp.
Option
BOOK BEFORE:
15 January save 10%
31 March save 7.5%
Frequent traveler discount SAVE up to C$109 p.p Second trip discount SAVE up to C$54 p.p
Young traveler discount C$200 Triple room discount C$50 p.p
Single
Supp.
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Starts Ends Twin
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*Canada Canada Share
*Canada Canada Share
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TRIP NOTES
Cruise Connection: This trip starts or ends in a popular cruise port, so you can
combine a cruise with a more in-depth guided experience in Europe.
WiFi: See pages 242-243 for details.
Airport Transfers: On arrival to Rome Fiumicino Airport transfers will operate at
9.30am, 12.30pm and 3.30pm. Guests arriving later should make their own way
to the hotel. Return transfers on the last travel day will arrive at Rome Fiumicino
Airport at 7am and 9.30am.
All prices are per person on a twin share basis.
For the best savings and to avoid disappointment book early.
For details on Trafalgar’s great savings see pages 244–245.
For extra nights’ accommodations see pages 239–240.
* International Air: Trafalgar guarantees to quote you the lowest possible airfare
available on the day that you book. Please note that airfares are not included in the
prices above. See page 245.
Visit www.trafalgar.com for availability and up-to-date itineraries and
Optional Experiences.
Statue of David, Florence
KEY: A Insider Experience WR Welcome Reception FB Full Breakfast
BB Buffet Breakfast L Lunch D Dinner RM Regional Meal FD Farewell Dinner
BG Be My Guest Dining DW Dinner with Wine
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Rome & Tuscan Highlights
With the heart of Tuscany as your base, ancient customs and medieval cities meet the Leaning Tower and
picturesque olive groves, in a leisurely journey of culture and art.
It’s Insider moments like… the quiet hush of the Museo Leonardiano, housed in the medieval castle that guards
the old town of Vinci. It’s the murmur of voices as your Travel Director sheds light on the life and works of
Leonardo, in the ancient town of his birth. Feeling the past merge into the present, you leave the museum and
step into the chatter of modern Italian daily life to explore Piazza Conti Guidi, where the earthy tang of olives
groves is unchanged since Da Vinci himself walked the streets.
It's iconic places
City Tours in Rome, Florence and Assisi. Visit St. Peter’s Basilica,
the amazing Vatican Museum and Sistine Chapel, the medieval
town of San Gimignano, the Tuscan city of Siena, the Leonardiano
Museum in the town of Vinci and St. Francis’ Basilica in Assisi.
Views of the Roman Forum, the Leaning Tower of Pisa, Santa
Croce Basilica and the Duomo in Florence.
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Colosseum, Rome
At Leisure
Tuscany
St. Peter's Basilica, Rome

CORSICA
Start
End
It’s travel beyond the expected
Day 1 | *Depart Canada
Overnight flight to Rome.
ITALY
MONTECATINI
6
Pisa
Number of overnight stays
Sightseeing stops
Vinci
San
Gimignano
Mediterranean
Sea
Siena
Day 2 | Arrive Rome
Welcome to Rome, the Eternal City! The city stands
on the Tiber river and enjoys a long and celebrated
history. Relax after your journey. Later, meet your
Travel Director and fellow travelers for a Welcome
Reception. Then an orientation drive will show
you the Tiber and St. Peter’s Basilica - a perfect
introduction to the sights which await you! (WR)
Hotel: Cardinal St Peter
Day 3 | Rome Sightseeing | Montecatini
(Tuscan Hills) (6 Nights)
Your included Small Group Sightseeing tour with a
A Local Expert begins at the Vatican Museums.
Experience a A Unique Insight in the Vatican
when you ascend the smooth and step-less spiral
staircase designed by famous architect Donato
Bramante. Admire Michelangelo’s magnificent
frescoed ceiling in the Sistine Chapel and then visit
St. Peter’s Basilica to see his famous Pietà. Your
tour continues in ancient Rome where you view the
enormous Colosseum and the ancient Forum, once
the center of Roman rule. Later, enjoy a spectacular
scenic drive through the Tuscan Hills to the spa
resort of Montecatini, your home for the next six
nights! (BB DW) Hotel: Columbia
Day 4 | San Gimignano and Siena Excursion
Explore San Gimignano known as the ‘medieval
Manhattan’, famed for its ring of towers which
can be seen several kilometers from town. Shop
for locally-produced delicacies and hand-painted
Tuscan pottery. Later, in Siena, see the Piazza del
Campo, scene of the celebrated annual Palio horse
race, and the stunning marble Cathedral which
dominates the town. (BB)
Day 5 | Pisa and Vinci Excursion
In the coastal town of Pisa see the famous Leaning
Tower, the finely sculpted marble Cathedral and the
Florence
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ROME
Adriatic
Sea
ornate Baptistery. Then travel to the scenic Tuscan
town of Vinci where you will enjoy an A Unique
Insight about the life of Leonardo da Vinci with an
included visit to the Museo Leonardiano containing
some of his work. Join your fellow travelers tonight
for a wonderful A Be My Guest dinner experience
with beautiful views over the Tuscan hills. (BB BG)
Day 6 | Montecatini At Leisure
Montecatini Terme is one of Italy’s most popular
thermal spa destinations, and you have the entire
day to do exactly as you please! Your Travel
Director will be available for suggestions on how to
spend your day. (BB)
Day 7 | Florence Excursion
Your A Local Expert gives you a fascinating
account of the history of Renaissance Florence
during your walking tour. See the magnificent
Duomo and Piazza della Signoria. View the Ponte
Vecchio bridge, one of the city’s most famous
landmarks. (BB)
Day 8 | Montecatini At Leisure
Enjoy a relaxed morning at the hotel before having
a delicious Regional Meal in the Tuscan countryside
for lunch. (BB RM)
Day 9 | Montecatini (Tuscan Hills) | Assisi |
Rome
Set on the slopes of Mount Subasio, Assisi is the
birthplace of St. Francis. Visit the Basilica during
your walking tour with a A Local Expert. In Rome
tonight, celebrate the end of your vacation with
your companions at a Farewell Dinner. (BB FD)
Hotel: Sheraton Golf Parco de Medici
Day 10 | Rome | Canada
Say ‘arrivederci Roma’ at the end of a relaxing and
memorable Italian vacation. Airport transfers are
available. Conditions apply. (BB)
Rome & Tuscan Highlights
10 days – 2 Countries
At Leisure
From: C$2499 (per person twin share)
Includes: 8 nights’ accommodations (3 hotels).
8 hot buffet breakfasts. 1 Regional Meal lunch.
4 dinners (including Welcome Reception, Be
My Guest, three course dinner with wine and
Farewell Dinner). All land transport shown.
All transfers shown. All our featured inclusions
shown on page 3.
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TRIP NOTES
Cruise Connection: This trip starts or ends in a popular cruise port, so you can
combine a cruise with a more in-depth guided experience in Europe.
WiFi: See pages 242-243 for details.
Airport transfers: On arrival to Rome Fiumicino Airport transfers will operate at
9.30am, 12.30pm and 3.30pm. Guests arriving later should make their own way
to the hotel. Return transfers on the last travel day will arrive at Rome Fiumicino
Airport at 7am and 9.30am.
All prices are per person on a twin share basis.
For the best savings and to avoid disappointment book early.
For details on Trafalgar’s great savings see pages 244–245.
For extra nights’ accommodations see pages 239–240.
* International Air: Trafalgar guarantees to quote you the lowest possible airfare
available on the day that you book. Please note that airfares are not included in the
prices above. See page 245.
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Optional Experiences.
San Gimignano
KEY: A Insider Experience WR Welcome Reception FB Full Breakfast
BB Buffet Breakfast L Lunch D Dinner RM Regional Meal FD Farewell Dinner
BG Be My Guest Dining DW Dinner with Wine
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Northern Italy Including Cinque Terre
Fashion capital Milan gives way to the jagged, sun-drenched coastline of the villages of Cinque Terre, as refined
elegance and untamed beauty unite in the contrasts of Northern Italy.
It’s Insider moments like… the calming splash of fountains as you wander through the Villa Taranto gardens, the
classic lines of northern elegance receding as you travel onwards to the Ligurian coast. It’s feeling the sunshine
and salt spray on your skin and the rich perfume of baking focaccia in the air as you discover the traditions of
the fishing villages of Cinque Terre. And marvelling at the rainbow of pastel-colored houses nestling against
rugged cliffs, as you learn about the epic flood of 2011 that threatened their future.
It's iconic places
City Tours in Milan, Genoa, Parma and the Cinque Terre.
Orientations in Stresa on Lake Maggiore, Santa Margherita and
La Spezia. Visit the botanical gardens at Villa Taranto and the
beautifully decorated monastic complex of Certosa di Pavia. View
the Gothic Cathedral and La Scala Opera House in Milan, the
Renaissance Palaces in Genoa and the colorful coastal towns in
the Cinque Terre.
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It’s travel beyond the expected
Day 1 | *Depart Canada
Overnight flight to Milan.
Day 2 | Arrive Milan (2 Nights)
Welcome to Milan, Italy’s commercial and financial
hub. Relax after check–in and later meet your fellow
travelers and Travel Director for a Welcome Reception
and evening orientation drive. (WR) Hotel: NH Touring
Day 3 | Milan Sightseeing and Free Time
Your A Local Expert takes you on a walking tour of
Milan. View the sights of the city including the Gothic
Cathedral, the glass–domed Galleria and La Scala
Opera House. Enjoy free time this afternoon to visit a
museum or perhaps consider an optional experience
to Sforza Castle. (BB)
Day 4 | Milan | Baveno (2 Nights)
Drive north–west to the Italian Lake District. Found on
the southern side of the Alps, Lake Maggiore is one
of the most famous sights in Lombardy and is known
for its beautiful waters and picturesque views. Enjoy
an A Unique Insight into the flora of the local area
when you visit the beautiful botanical gardens of
Villa Taranto. See azalea, maple, rhododendron and
camellia avenues, rare lilies and gardens containing
over 300 varieties of dahlias. You will have free
time here for lunch. Later, stop to view the sights of
Stresa on the shores of the lake before checking in
to your hotel for a two night stay. This evening, take
a private boat to an island on Lake Maggiore for a
special A Be My Guest dining experience. (BB BG)
Hotel: Simplon
Day 5 | Baveno Free Day
A full day to relax and enjoy your Italian lakeside
experience. Enjoy the beautiful surroundings of your
hotel or consider taking an excursion to one of the
Borromean Islands – Isola Bella, which includes a
visit inside the Borromeo Palace. This evening dine
at your hotel. (BB DW)
Day 6 | Baveno | Genoa | Santa Margherita
(2 Nights)
Stop in Genoa, birthplace of Columbus, for an
included guided walking tour with a A Local Expert.
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Sightseeing stops
Italian Lakes
Genoa
2
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MARGHERITA
Mediterranean
Sea
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MILAN
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Pavia
Cinque Terre
ITALY
Soragna
La Spezia
View some of the majestic Renaissance and Baroque
palaces of the noble families of Genoa and visit
the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Via Garibaldi.
Arrive in Santa Margherita, check in to your hotel
and enjoy free time to explore. (BB DW) Hotel: Park
Hotel Suisse
Day 7 | Santa Margherita | Full Day Cinque Terre
Excursion
Enjoy an included full day excursion to see the
Cinque Terre – a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This
magnificent coastline can only be reached by boat or
train from La Spezia. Visit two of the five picturesque
fishing villages with your A Local Expert. (BB)
Day 8 | Santa Margherita | Langhirano | Soragna |
Parma
Enjoy a relaxing start to the day as you drive towards
Parma stopping in a small town called Langhirano.
Here you will visit the Museum of Prosciutto di Parma
and hear about this gastronomic delicacy which is
famous the world over. Stop to take a picture of
the castle at Torrechiara. Arrive in the small town of
Soragna for a A Local Specialty visit to the Museo
del Parmigiano–Reggiano to discover the history and
process involved in the manufacture of this popular
cheese. This evening consider taking an optional
experience for a gourmet dinner. (BB) Hotel: Parma
e Congressi
Day 9 | Parma | Pavia | Milan
This morning enjoy a guided tour of Parma with
your A Local Expert. This gastronomic city in the
Italian region of Emilia-Romagna is famous for its
architecture, prosciutto and cheese. It is also home
to one of the oldest universities in the world. Later
this afternoon you will stop at the famous Certosa
di Pavia to admire the gothic and renaissance
architecture of this monastic complex. Tonight enjoy
a Farewell Dinner with your companions and Travel
Director. (BB FD) Hotel: Novotel Milano Ca Granda
Day 10 | Milan | Canada
This morning say ‘arrivederci’ to Italy as your
fascinating vacation comes to an end. Transfers are
available. Conditions apply. (BB)
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PARMA
Northern Italy Including
Cinque Terre
10 days – 1 Country
Regional
From: C$2325 (per person twin share)
Includes: 8 nights’ accommodations (5 hotels).
8 hot buffet breakfasts. 5 dinners (including
Welcome Reception, Be My Guest, 2 three
course dinners with wine and Farewell Dinner).
All land transport shown. All transfers shown.
All our featured inclusions shown on page 3.
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TRIP NOTES
WiFi: See pages 242-243 for details.
Airport transfers: On arrival at Milan Malpensa Airport transfers will operate at 9am
and 12.30pm. Guests arriving later should make their own way to the hotel. Return
transfers on the last travel day will arrive at Milan Malpensa Airport at 7.30am and
10.30am.
All prices are per person on a twin share basis.
For the best savings and to avoid disappointment book early.
For details on Trafalgar’s great savings see pages 244–245.
For extra nights’ accommodations see pages 239–240.
* International Air: Trafalgar guarantees to quote you the lowest possible airfare
available on the day that you book. Please note that airfares are not included in the
prices above. See page 245.
Visit www.trafalgar.com for availability and up-to-date itineraries and
Optional Experiences.
Certosa Di Pavia, Pavia
KEY: A Insider Experience WR Welcome Reception FB Full Breakfast
BB Buffet Breakfast L Lunch D Dinner RM Regional Meal FD Farewell Dinner
BG Be My Guest Dining DW Dinner with Wine
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Milan & Italian Treasures
The lush backdrop of Lake Garda, your home for five nights, the poetic beauty of the towns of the great Italian lakes
is revealed in this enjoyable exploration of culture and style.
It’s Insider moments like… the friendly chatter of the Fabiano family as they welcome you into their home, a five
hundred year old convent on the shores of Lake Garda. As you tour the vineyards, you learn the techniques of
organic wine production from expert winemaker Lorenzo Fabiano. He tells you about his favorite drop as you
explore their wine cellars together. And then emerge to a traditional meal, with wine from the very vines you
strolled between, as the family share rich tales of convent life in 16th century Italy.
It's iconic places
City Tours in Verona and Modena. Orientation in Milan. Visit
beautiful Lake Como and Lake Garda, the towns of Bassano del
Grappa and Marostica. Visit the Ferrari Museum in Maranello.
View the Duomo and La Scala Opera House in Milan, the Piazza
del Duomo in Bergamo, the imposing Scaliger Castle at Sirmione
and the Romanesque Cathedral in Modena. See Juliet’s Balcony
and the Roman Arena in Verona.
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At Leisure
Lake Garda
Bassano Del Grappa

Como
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MILAN
Mediterranean
Sea
It’s travel beyond the expected
Day 1 | *Depart Canada
Overnight flight to Milan.
Bergamo
ITALY
Day 2 | Arrive Milan (2 Nights)
Welcome to Milan! Relax and unwind after your
journey. Later, see the sights during an orientation
of the city center including the Gothic Duomo, 19 th
century Galleria and La Scala Opera House. This
evening, meet and get to know your companions
and Travel Director at a Welcome Reception. (WR)
Hotel: AC Hotel Milano
Day 3 | Milan Free Time and Como Excursion
Enjoy free time this morning to explore Milan. Later,
travel to scenic Lake Como and visit Como town.
Enjoy a cappuccino or a gelato in your free time
before returning to Milan later in the afternoon. (BB)
Day 4 | Milan | Bergamo | Lake Garda
(5 Nights)
Visit the ancient town of Bergamo near the foothills
of the Alps. Explore the streets of the old town
before continuing your journey to Lake Garda for
a relaxing five-night stay. (BB) Hotel: Portici Riva
del Garda
Day 5 | Marostica and Bassano Del Grappa
Excursion
Your excursion starts by visiting Marostica, a
beautiful 14 th century town. Finish this leisurely day
by visiting Bassano del Grappa, renowned for its
white brandy and magnificent scenery. Return later
to Lake Garda. Dine at your hotel this evening.
(BB DW)
Day 6 | Sirmione and Verona Excursion
Stop to see Scaliger Castle at Sirmione. In
Shakespeare’s romantic city of Verona, see the
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Sirmione
Verona
Modena
Start
End
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Grappa
Marostica
Number of overnight stays
Sightseeing stops
Roman arena and Juliet’s balcony during your
walking tour of the town with a A Local Expert.
Spend this afternoon exploring this city at your own
pace. Join your companions this evening and visit a
villa near Lake Garda, converted from a 15 th century
convent, for a special A Be My Guest dinner and
vineyard experience. (BB BG)
Day 7 | Lake Garda At Leisure
You have a whole day to do as you please!
Take a stroll along the sparkling lakeside, relax
surrounded by beautiful scenery, or perhaps take
an optional experience to visit the magnificent
Dolomite mountain range. (BB)
Day 8 | Modena Excursion
Enjoy today’s excursion to the interesting
gastronomic city of Modena. A A Local Expert will
walk you through the Old Town and show you the
Piazza Grande including views of the Ghirlandina
Tower. You will also see the magnificent 12 th century
Romanesque Cathedral. Sample some of the local
specialty balsamic vinegars. After a short drive, visit
the Ferrari Museum for a A Unique Insight into
the history of this luxurious Italian icon founded by
Enzo Ferrari. (BB)
Day 9 | Lake Garda | Milan
This morning, travel back to Milan for free time
to explore the city. This evening, join your fellow
travelers to celebrate the end of your vacation at
a Farewell Dinner. (BB FD) Hotel: Starhotels Tourist
Day 10 | Milan | Canada
Say ‘arrivederci’ this morning to Italy and your
companions at the end of a memorable vacation.
Airport transfers are available. Conditions apply. (BB)
Milan & Italian Treasures
10 days – 1 Country
At Leisure
From: C$2135 (per person twin share)
Includes: 8 nights’ accommodations (3 hotels).
8 hot buffet breakfasts. 4 dinners (including
Welcome Reception, Be My Guest, three course
dinner with wine and Farewell Dinner). All land
transport shown. All transfers shown. All our
featured inclusions shown on page 3.
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TRIP NOTES
WiFi: See pages 242-243 for details.
Airport transfers: On arrival to Milan Malpensa Airport transfers will operate at 9am
and 12.30pm. Guests arriving later should make their own way to the hotel. Return
transfers on the last travel day will arrive at Milan Malpensa Airport at
7.30am and 10.30am.
All prices are per person on a twin share basis.
For the best savings and to avoid disappointment book early.
For details on Trafalgar’s great savings see pages 244–245.
For extra nights’ accommodations see pages 239–240.
* International Air: Trafalgar guarantees to quote you the lowest possible airfare
available on the day that you book. Please note that airfares are not included in the
prices above. See page 245.
Visit www.trafalgar.com for availability and up-to-date itineraries and
Optional Experiences.
Bergamo
KEY: A Insider Experience WR Welcome Reception FB Full Breakfast
BB Buffet Breakfast L Lunch D Dinner RM Regional Meal FD Farewell Dinner
BG Be My Guest Dining DW Dinner with Wine
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Gladiators, Gondolas & Gold
Rome’s savagery, Venice’s decadence and Florence’s romance – this family trip introduces the different characters
of Italy, with three nights in three diverse cities.
It’s Insider moments like… feeling the heavy weight of the sword in your hand, as a Gladiator teaches you and
your children age-old combat skills at Gladiator training school. And listening to the gruesome history of battles
and bloodshed in ancient Rome, almost hearing the roar of the crowd as you and your family enter the ring.
And it’s imagining the heat of the sun beating down on those who trained before you, as they battled for their
lives against tigers, lions and the fearsome weapons of their fellow slaves.
It's iconic places
City Tours in Rome, Assisi, Florence, Bologna and Venice.
Orientation of Pisa. Visit St Francis’ Basilica in Assisi, St. Peter’s
Basilica in Rome, the Academy of Fine Arts in Florence,
the amazing Vatican Museums, the Sistine Chapel and the
Roman Colosseum. Cruise by private launch to St. Mark’s Square.
View Santa Croce Basilica and the Duomo, the Leaning Tower of
Pisa, the Byzantine St Mark’s Basilica and the Roman Forum.
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Italian Pizza
Family Experiences
Colosseum, Rome
Grand Canal, Venice

Start
End
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It’s travel beyond the expected
Day 1 | *Depart Canada
Overnight flight to Rome.
Bologna
Mediterranean
Sea
Number of overnight stays
Sightseeing stops
3
FLORENCE
Day 2 | Arrive Rome (3 Nights)
Welcome to Italy! After check-in, take a wander
through the city’s ancient streets and soak up the
amazing atmosphere. This afternoon, meet with your
Travel Director and fellow travelers for a Kick-off
Party. (KP) Hotel: Crowne Plaza St Peters
Day 3 | Rome Sightseeing
Your A Local Expert takes you on a sightseeing
tour, starting with a guided visit of the Vatican
Museums featuring Michelangelo’s frescoed ceiling
in the Sistine Chapel. Explore St. Peter’s Basilica,
one of the holiest sites in the world. Across the Tiber
in ancient Rome, tour the Colosseum, former site of
gladiatorial combat, and see the Forum. This evening,
learn how to make a A Local Specialty during an
authentic Italian pizza cooking demonstration and eat
it too. Delicious! (BB D)
Day 4 | Rome | Visit a Gladiator School and
Free Time
This morning experience a A Unique Insight into the
life of a Roman gladiator. After a short introduction to
Roman history you will learn the basics of gladiatorial
sword fighting - an experience to remember forever.
This afternoon explore the city on your own.
Rome’s rich history is apparent everywhere you look
and there is so much to see and do! Perhaps take
a trip to the Castel Sant’Angelo, relax in the Villa
Borghese or throw a coin in the Trevi Fountain. (BB)
Day 5 | Rome | Assisi | Florence (3 Nights)
With a A Local Expert discover Assisi, the
birthplace of St. Francis, nestled on the slopes of
Mount Subasio. Visit St. Francis’ Basilica and the
Church of St. Mary of the Angels, where the saint
founded the Order of Franciscans. Arrive later in
the spectacular city of Florence. (BB) Hotel: Grand
Hotel Mediterraneo
Day 6 | Florence Sightseeing
See the sights of Florence during your walking tour
with a A Local Expert, including the magnificent
Cathedral and the famous Baptistery. Marvel at
ROME
3 VENICE
3
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ITALY
SLOVENIA
Adriatic
Sea
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Michelangelo’s statue of David at the Academy of
Fine Arts. Afterwards, your Travel Director will take
you to indulge in a refreshing gelato, a A Local
Specialty in the city where it was invented! (BB)
Day 7 | Florence | Excursion to Pisa
View one of the most famous sights in the world
– the Leaning Tower of Pisa in the ‘Field of
Miracles’! Tonight, join your companions for a special
A Be My Guest dinner at a magnificent Tuscan
villa with beautiful views across olive groves and
vineyards. (BB BG)
Day 8 | Florence | Bologna | Venice (3 Nights)
Cross the dramatic Apennine Mountains and stop
in Bologna – the home of ‘Spaghetti Bolognese’
– for a wonderful sightseeing tour with your
A Local Expert. Arrive later this afternoon in the
magical Byzantine city of Venice – Queen of the
Adriatic. (BB DW) Hotel: Novotel Venezia Mestre
Day 9 | Venice | Canal Cruise and Orientation
Cruise by private launch to St. Mark’s Square
and view the Bridge of Sighs, where condemned
prisoners caught their last glimpse of the city.
View the exquisite Doge’s Palace, St. Marks Basilica
and the Campanile. Experience a A Local Specialty
first hand during a glassblowing demonstration and
learn about the Venetian tradition of Carnival masks
with the chance to make your own! Later, perhaps
take a ride on a gondola – it’s a great way to see
the city in all its glory! (BB)
Day 10 | Secret Venice Walking Tour and Visit
to the Market
Glide along the canals to Rialto Bridge. Gain a
A Unique Insight on your visit to an ancient
fish market and see the hidden parts of Venice
during your walking tour with a A Local Expert.
Later, join your fellow travelers for a Farewell Lunch
at a local restaurant. (BB FL)
Day 11 | Venice | Canada
Say ‘ciao Italia’ at the end of your successful
Italian adventure as you prepare to return home
with fantastic memories of your family vacation.
Airport transfers are available. Conditions apply. (BB)
Gladiators, Gondolas
& Gold
11 days – 2 Countries
Family Experiences
From: C$2425 (per person twin share)
Includes: 9 nights’ accommodations (3 hotels).
9 hot buffet breakfasts. Farewell lunch.
4 dinners (including Kick-off Party, Be My
Guest, three course dinner with wine and Rome
cooking demonstration). All land transport
shown. All transfers shown. All our featured
inclusions shown on page 3.
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for these departures. Join us in Europe to celebrate the Festive Season!
TRIP NOTES
WiFi: See pages 242-243 for details.
Guaranteed Room Share: Is not available on this trip. Single rooms are not
available unless traveling as part of a family group.
Airport transfers: On arrival to Rome Airport transfers will operate at 9.30am,
12.30pm and 3.30pm. Guests arriving later should make their own way to the hotel.
Return transfers on the last travel day will arrive at Venice’s Marco Polo Airport at
8am and 9.30am.
All prices are per person on a twin share basis.
For the best savings and to avoid disappointment book early.
For details on Trafalgar’s great savings see pages 244–245.
For extra nights’ accommodations see pages 239–240.
* International Air: Trafalgar guarantees to quote you the lowest possible airfare
available on the day that you book. Please note that airfares are not included in
the prices above. See page 245.
Visit www.trafalgar.com for availability and up-to-date itineraries and
Optional Experiences.
Gladiator School, Rome
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Flavors of Italy
Bolognese in Bologna, Chianti in Tuscany, Prosciutto in Parma, this ‘foodie’ trip explores the traditions of Italian
cuisine and wine at their origin, providing an in-depth taste of a nation.
It’s Insider moments like… the tranquillity of our San Gimignano hotel compared to the buzzing Italian food
market as you shop with Libero, a charismatic chef we know in Florence. Together you choose the freshest local
ingredients, like vegetables straight from the Tuscan soil. From the market to his kitchen, he teaches you how
to make handmade ravioli and shares the secrets of Italian cuisine in a cooking lesson. Then invites you to the
garden to enjoy the traditional meal you made from scratch, washed down with his homemade wine.
It's iconic places
City Tours in Rome, Florence, Bologna and Venice. Orientation in
Parma. Visit St. Peter’s Basilica, the town of Greve, the Academy
of Fine Arts in Florence and the famous food markets in Venice.
Cruise by private launch to St. Mark’s Square in Venice and along
the Grand Canal. View the Roman Forum, Santa Croce Basilica
and the Duomo in Florence, the Kissing Towers in Bologna, the
Byzantine St. Mark’s Basilica and the Rialto Bridge. See the
Leaning Tower of Pisa.
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It’s travel beyond the expected
Day 1 | *Depart Canada
Overnight flight to Rome.
Day 2 | Arrive Rome (2 Nights)
Welcome to Rome, the capital of Italy! Relax after
your journey and meet your Travel Director and
companions this evening for a Welcome Reception
to hear details about your exciting vacation.
Discover the beauty of this city during an evening
orientation drive. Pause to enjoy the atmosphere at
the buzzing Piazza Navona where you will indulge in
a delicious gelato. (WR) Hotel: Milton Roma
Day 3 | Rome Sightseeing and Free Time
View the Colosseum and see the Circus Maximus
during your sightseeing tour with a A Local Expert.
Visit St. Peter’s Basilica in the Vatican City and view
Michelangelo’s Pieta. Consider an excursion inside
the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel to see the
breath-taking ceiling or spend the rest of the day
seeing the sights of your choice. (BB)
Special Interest
Florence
Day 4 | Rome | Greve | San Gimignano
(3 Nights)
Drive through Lazio, and the provinces of Umbria
and Tuscany to the charming town of Greve. Visit
a wine and olive oil outlet and taste excellent
Chianti’s and extra virgin olive oils! Greve’s main
square has some of the finest food shops in Europe
- don’t forget to try the salami. Later, travel through
picturesque scenery to your beautiful historic hotel
in a characteristic village near San Gimignano.
Tonight enjoy a special A Be My Guest dinner
with wine in a family-owned vineyard overlooking
the rolling Chianti Hills. (BB BG) Hotel: Relais
Cappuccina A Authentic Accommodation
Day 5 | Florence Sightseeing
Your A Local Expert takes you on a walking tour
to the Accademia to see Michelangelo’s famous
statue of David. Admire Piazza della Signoria and
the colored marble Duomo. This evening, over a
glass of wine, enjoy a short talk from your Travel
Director on the basic principles of Italian cuisine

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and learn a few words of Italian in preparation for
your shopping and cooking day tomorrow! (BB DW)
Day 6 | Tuscan Lifestyle Experience
Begin your day at a fruit and vegetable market
in Florence by gaining a A Unique Insight into
Italian cuisine from a professional chef. Here you
will participate in purchases of the fresh produce
for your cooking lesson. Take your produce to
the restaurant and spend time together preparing
your delicious luncheon with a glass of wine! After
enjoying a relaxing and memorable Regional Meal
return to your Tuscan town for the night. Your
evening is free to do as you please. (BB RM)
Day 7 | San Gimignano | Pisa | Parma
This morning stop in Pisa to view the amazing
Leaning Tower and the majestic cathedral and
baptistery set in the Field of Miracles. Travel to
Parma where a memorable Regional Meal of local
specialties awaits you. (BB RM) Hotel: Palace
Maria Luigia
Day 8 | Parma | Bologna
A short drive will bring you to Bologna. This city is
renowned for its culinary tradition and cured meats
such as prosciutto, mortadella and salami. It has
also given its name to the well-known meat-based
pasta sauce called ragù alla bolognese. Here you
will enjoy a walking tour with a A Local Expert
who will enlighten you further on local delicacies.
Stop to take in views of the famous Kissing Towers.
In your free time you could perhaps try a local
delicatessen such as Tamburini to taste some
regional specialties. This evening is yours to enjoy
in Bologna. You may decide to take an optional
experience into the countryside to savor a gourmet
dinner in the grounds of an ancient castle. (BB)
Hotel: Una Hotel Bologna
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Day 9 | Bologna | Venice (2 Nights)
See the Basilica, the Bridge of Sighs and the
Doge’s Palace during your private cruise to St.
Mark’s Square. Stop at Giudecca island to visit a
glassblowing workshop for a A Local Specialty
demonstration and see other traditional crafts.
Spend time exploring the labyrinth of streets and
canals on your own or join an optional experience.
(BB) Hotel: Boscolo Bellini
Day 10 | Secret Venice Walking Tour
Cruise along the Grand Canal to the Rialto Bridge.
Your A Local Expert brings the city to life during
your walking tour. See how the locals shop for food
and find out about some of the regional cuisine.
Cross the Rialto see a range of curious and beautiful
architecture including Marco Polo’s house. The rest
of the day is free to explore, or perhaps consider
an excursion to Burano for some delicious local
seafood! Celebrate this evening with your Travel
Director and companions at a special Farewell
Dinner with wine at a local restaurant. (BB FD)
Day 11 | Venice | Canada
This morning, say ‘arrivederci’ to your fellow
travelers at the end of your wonderful Flavors
of Italy vacation! Transfers are available.
Conditions apply. (BB)
Authentic
Accommodation
Relais Cappuccina, San Gimignano, Italy
When visiting San Gimignano, we usually
relax at nearby Relais Cappuccina to stay
longer in the Tuscan hills. This charming
A Authentic Accommodation centers round
an Art Nouveau-style Italian villa, built by a
local nobleman.
Flavors of Italy
11 days – 2 Countries
Special Interest
From: C$2999 (per person twin share)
Includes: 10 nights’ accommodations (5 hotels).
9 hot buffet breakfasts. Regional Meal lunch. 5
dinners (including Welcome Reception, Be My
Guest, Regional Meal, three course dinner with
wine and Farewell Dinner). All land transport
shown. All transfers shown. All our featured
inclusions shown on page 3.
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TO C$320 p.p.
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TRIP NOTES
Cruise Connection: This trip starts or ends in a popular cruise port, so you can
combine a cruise with a more in-depth guided experience in Europe.
WiFi: See pages 242-243 for details.
Airport transfers: On arrival to Rome Fiumicino Airport transfers will operate at
9.30am, 12.30pm and 3.30pm. Guests arriving later should make their own way to
the hotel. Return transfers on the last travel day will arrive at Venice Marco Polo
Airport at 8am and 9.30am.
All prices are per person on a twin share basis.
For the best savings and to avoid disappointment book early.
For details on Trafalgar’s great savings see pages 244–245.
For extra nights’ accommodations see pages 239–240.
* International Air: Trafalgar guarantees to quote you the lowest possible airfare
available on the day that you book. Please note that airfares are not included in the
prices above. See page 245.
Visit www.trafalgar.com for availability and up-to-date itineraries and
Optional Experiences.
Florence
KEY: A Insider Experience WR Welcome Reception FB Full Breakfast
BB Buffet Breakfast L Lunch D Dinner RM Regional Meal FD Farewell Dinner
BG Be My Guest Dining DW Dinner with Wine
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Italian Discovery
Wine regions, floating cities and historic capitals. Six of Italy’s best known cities are explored, in this regional feast
of beauty and culture.
It’s Insider moments like… sharing a home-cooked meal with the Landi family at the Villa il Leccio, their home
for nine generations. Savouring delicious dishes cooked to perfection by Giadda Landi and her mother, made
with fresh produce grown and farmed on the land by sons Cosimo and Gregorio. Accompanied by a glass or
two of Chianti, made right on the premises, they eagerly reveal their family history, and how they transformed
a 14th century lookout tower into a buzzing family home and business.
It's iconic places
City Tours in Rome, Florence, Milan, Bologna and Assisi.
Orientation in Venice and Turin. Visit St. Peter’s Basilica,
the Vatican Museums, the Sistine Chapel, the Roman Colosseum,
the medieval city of Ferrara and St. Francis Basilica in Assisi.
Cruise by private launch to St. Mark’s Square in Venice. View the
Roman Forum, Santa Croce Basilica, the Duomo, the Leaning
Tower of Pisa, beautiful Lake Maggiore, the Gothic Cathedral
and La Scala Opera House in Milan, the Byzantine St. Mark’s
Basilica and the Kissing Towers in Bologna. See the Roman
Arena and Juliet’s Balcony in Verona.
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Verona
Spiral staircase in the Vatican
It’s travel beyond
the expected
Regional
Venice
Day 1 | *Depart Canada
Overnight flight to Rome.
Day 2 | Arrive Rome (2 Nights)
Welcome to Rome, the Eternal City! Relax after your
journey or perhaps take a stroll through this historic
city. Join your Travel Director and fellow travelers
later for a Welcome Reception. Then, an evening
orientation drive will take you to admire and view
the magnificent St. Peter’s Basilica - a perfect start
to your Italian Discovery! (WR) Hotel: NH Leonardo
da Vinci
Day 3 | Rome Sightseeing and Free Time
Your included sightseeing tour with a A Local
Expert begins at the Vatican Museums. Experience
a A Unique Insight in the Vatican when you ascend
the smooth and step-less spiral staircase designed
by famous architect Donato Bramante. Admire
Michelangelo’s magnificent frescoed ceiling in the
Sistine Chapel and then visit St. Peter’s Basilica to

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see his famous Pietà. Your tour continues in ancient
Rome. View the Forum and see the Circus Maximus,
where chariot races were held. Visit the impressive
Colosseum. There’s time afterwards to explore the
city on your own, or simply relax and watch the
world go by! (BB)
Day 4 | Rome | Florence
Drive north through picturesque scenery to the
Renaissance city of Florence in Tuscany. View
the city in all its glory from Piazzale Michelangelo.
Your A Local Expert reveals Florence’s rich
cultural heritage during your walking tour. See
Piazza della Signoria, with its impressive sculptures
and imposing palazzi. See the marble Duomo and
the famous Baptistery, renowned for its bronze
doors with relief sculptures. View the ancient
Ponte Vecchio, one of the most famous landmarks
in Florence. Afterwards, explore on your own
or shop for high quality leather and 18-carat
gold jewelry. This evening, enjoy a memorable
A Be My Guest dining experience in a Tuscan villa
situated on an organic olive-oil estate overlooking
Florence and the Tuscan Hills. (BB BG) Hotel: Grand
Hotel Mediterraneo
Day 5 | Florence | Pisa | Turin
A short journey brings you to Pisa, and the famous
Leaning Tower in the Field of Miracles. There’s time
for photos before you continue past the marble
quarries of Carrara and the resorts of Portofino,
Rapallo and Genoa. In Turin, see the Antonelliana
building and the Piazza San Carlo during your
orientation tour. (BB) Hotel: Concord Torino
Day 6 | Turin | Lake Maggiore | Milan
From Turin via Lake Maggiore, you arrive in Milan.
Your A Local Expert takes you on a tour of the
city’s spectacular sights including the Galleria, the
Gothic Cathedral and the renowned opera house
La Scala. (BB DW) Hotel: Atahotel Quark
Day 7 | Milan | Verona | Venice (2 Nights)
Stop in Verona, where Shakespeare based his
most famous play, to see Juliet’s balcony and the
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2,000 year old Roman arena, still in use today.
Continue across the Veneto plains to the magical
city of Venice. (BB DW) Hotel: Viktoria Palace
Day 8 | Venice Sightseeing and Free Time
View the Doge’s Palace and the Byzantine Basilica
on your cruise by private launch to St. Mark’s
Square. Watch the Venetian craftsmen at work
creating A Local Specialty at a glass blowing
workshop on Guidecca Island. Spend free time
afterwards as you wish. Relax in a café, shop for
souvenirs or take an optional experience to one of
the islands in the lagoon! (BB)
Day 9 | Venice | Ferrara | Bologna
Visit Ferrara, a city of artistic importance during
the Renaissance. Later, in Bologna - famous for
its university, architecture, fine sausages and
hams - your A Local Expert shows you the sights
including Neptune’s fountain, the Kissing Towers
and Piazza Maggiore. Don’t forget to sample the
excellent local cuisine! (BB) Hotel: Una
Day 10 | Bologna | Assisi | Rome
Cross the dramatic Apennine Mountains to
Assisi on the slopes of Mount Subasio. Enjoy
a walking tour of St. Francis’ hometown with a
A Local Expert. Visit the magnificent Basilica
and see the tomb of St. Francis who founded the
Franciscan Order in Assisi in 1208. See the Church
of Santa Maria delgi Angeli, built on the site of his
death. Later, travel south towards Rome, passing
the scenic hilltop town of Orte. Tonight, join your
companions and Travel Director for a Farewell
Dinner with wine. (BB FD) Hotel: Sheraton Golf
Parco de Medici
Day 11 | Rome | Canada
Say ‘arrivederci’ to your newfound friends at the
end of your memorable Italian vacation. Transfers
are available. Conditions apply. (BB)
Italian Discovery
11 days – 2 Countries
Regional
From: C$2750 (per person twin share)
Includes: 9 nights’ accommodations (7 hotels).
9 hot buffet breakfasts. 5 dinners (including
Welcome Reception, Be My Guest, 2 three
course dinners with wine and Farewell Dinner).
All land transport shown. All transfers shown.
All our featured inclusions shown on page 3.
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TRIP NOTES
Cruise Connection: This trip starts or ends in a popular cruise port, so you can
combine a cruise with a more in-depth guided experience in Europe.
WiFi: See pages 242-243 for details.
Airport transfers: On arrival to Rome Fiumicino Airport transfers will operate at
9.30am, 12.30pm and 3.30pm. Guests arriving later should make their own way
to the hotel. Return transfers on the last travel day will arrive at Rome Fiumicino
Airport at 7am and 9.30am.
For the best savings and to avoid disappointment book early.
For details on Trafalgar’s great savings see pages 244–245.
For extra nights’ accommodations see pages 239–240.
All prices are per person on a twin share basis.
* International Air: Trafalgar guarantees to quote you the lowest possible airfare
available on the day that you book. Please note that airfares are not included in
the prices above. See page 245.
Visit www.trafalgar.com for availability and up-to-date itineraries and
Optional Experiences.
Italian Gelato
KEY: A Insider Experience WR Welcome Reception FB Full Breakfast
BB Buffet Breakfast L Lunch D Dinner RM Regional Meal FD Farewell Dinner
BG Be My Guest Dining DW Dinner with Wine
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Great Italian Cities
Floating islands, Papal splendor and Renaissance masters. Italy’s greatest cities are in the spotlight on an epic
discovery of Venice, Florence and Rome.
It’s Insider moments like… tasting rich, traditional Tuscan soup, garnished with aromatic basil picked straight
from your hosts’ own garden. The warmth of the charismatic Baj Macario family envelops you as they welcome
you to the halls, vineyards and olive groves of their 14th century castle and share their family history. They tell
stories of the murderous Pazzi, the original owners, as you stand in cellars that once were their dungeons, and
invite you to enjoy an exclusive tasting of the Chianti wines produced on their estate.
It's iconic places
City Tours in Rome, Assisi, Florence, Bologna and Venice.
Orientation of Pisa. Visit St. Francis Basilica, St. Peter’s Basilica,
the amazing Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel and the Roman
Colosseum. Cruise by private launch to St. Mark’s Square. View
Santa Croce Basilica and the Duomo, the Leaning Tower of Pisa,
the Byzantine St. Mark’s Basilica and the Roman Forum.
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Florence
It’s travel beyond the expected
Day 1 | *Depart Canada
Overnight flight to Rome.
Day 2 | Arrive Rome (3 Nights)
Welcome to Rome, the Eternal City! Relax after your
journey or explore this fascinating city on your own.
Later, meet your companions and Travel Director for a
Welcome Reception. It’s the perfect opportunity to get
to know everyone! An orientation drive will take you to
view St. Peter’s Basilica - a great start to your Italian
vacation! (WR) Hotel: Grand Palatino
Day 3 | Rome Sightseeing
Your included sightseeing tour with a A Local
Expert begins at the Vatican Museums. Experience
a A Unique Insight in the Vatican when you
ascend the smooth and step-less spiral staircase
designed by famous architect Donato Bramante.
Admire Michelangelo’s magnificent frescoed ceiling in
the Sistine Chapel and then visit St. Peter’s Basilica
At Leisure
Roman Forum, Rome
to see his famous Pietà. Later, view the Forum,
center of daily life in ancient Rome as well as visit
the impressive Colosseum, the largest in the Roman
Empire. See the Circus Maximus where Ben Hur-style
chariot racing took place. Spend free time discovering
more of the city or relax at a sidewalk café and watch
the world go by. (BB)
Day 4 | Rome At Leisure
Spend today as you please. Your Travel Director
will be able to help you get the most from your day
at leisure. Alternatively, consider joining an optional
experience to the renowned excavations at Pompeii,
close to the Bay of Naples. (BB)
Day 5 | Rome | Assisi | Florence (3 Nights)
Drive north to the mystical town of Assisi on the
slopes of Mount Subasio. Your A Local Expert shows
you all the sights. Visit St. Francis’ Basilica and see
Giotto’s enchanting frescoes. Visit the Church of Santa

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Maria degli Angeli, which stands on the site where
St. Francis died. Arrive later in Florence, birthplace of
the Renaissance. (BB) Hotel: Ambasciatori
Day 6 | Florence Sightseeing
Learn about Florence’s rich cultural history during your
sightseeing tour with your A Local Expert. See Piazza
della Signoria, with its impressive sculptures and
imposing palazzi, and the multi-colored marble Duomo
and Baptistery, famous for its bronze doors with relief
sculptures. View the Ponte Vecchio, one of the city’s
most famous landmarks. (BB)
Day 7 | Florence | Excursion to Pisa
Cross the Arno Valley to Pisa, a former maritime
city on the Ligurian Sea. In the Field of Miracles,
home to some of the city’s most famous sights,
see the incredible Leaning Tower and the beautifully
sculpted marble Cathedral. See the Baptistery and
the cemetery, built on soil brought from Calvary in the
Holy Land. Spend free time shopping for souvenirs
in Florence, renowned for high quality leather and
18-carat gold jewelry. This evening, travel to a Tuscan
wine and olive oil estate for a special A Be My Guest
dinner in a historic castle. (BB BG)
Day 8 | Florence | Bologna | Venice (3 Nights)
Travel through the Apennines to Bologna, home to
one of the oldest universities in Europe and famous
for sausages and salamis! Your sightseeing tour
with a A Local Expert includes views of the Kissing
Towers, which lean towards each other, seemingly
poised to embrace. Later, cross the Veneto plains to
Venice. This Byzantine city, constructed in a lagoon,
has an incredibly rich cultural and artistic heritage.
This evening, you might like to take a gondola ride
along enchanting canals - it’s the perfect introduction
to this magical city! Dine tonight at your hotel. (BB DW)
Hotel: Boscolo Bellini
Day 9 | Venice | Canal Cruise and Sightseeing
Savor the unique sights of Venice as you cruise
by private launch to St. Mark’s Square. See the
Bridge of Sighs, Palladian Churches, Customs House,
Grand Canal, St Mark’s Basilica and the ornate
Doge’s Palace. Watch the Venetian craftsmen at
work creating a A Local Specialty at a glassblowing
workshop on Giudecca island. Free time is an
opportunity to visit the Fine Arts Academy, simply relax
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to Pompeii on Day 3
at a café on St. Mark’s Square or consider a boat
trip to the Island of Burano for a delicious seafood
meal. (BB)
Day 10 | Secret Venice Walking Tour and
visit to the Market
Enjoy a boat trip along the canals to the Rialto Bridge
to join your Small Group Sightseeing walking tour
with a A Local Expert of the colorful, centuries-old
fish market and narrow ‘calle’ or streets. See the
beautiful architecture, including Marco Polo’s house.
For the rest of the day you are free to visit the
sights of your choice. Celebrate this evening with
your fellow travelers at a Farewell Dinner in a local
restaurant. (BB FD)
Day 11 | Venice | Canada
Say ‘arrivederci’ to Italy and your newfound friends
at the end of your memorable Italian vacation!
Transfers are available. Conditions apply. (BB)
TRIP NOTES
Cruise Connection: This trip starts or ends in a
popular cruise port, so you can combine a cruise
with a more in-depth guided experience in Europe.
WiFi: See pages 242-243 for details.
Airport Transfers: On arrival at Rome Fiumicino Airport
transfers will operate at 9.30am, 12.30pm and 3.30pm.
Guests arriving later should make their own way to the
hotel. Return transfers on the last travel day will arrive
at Venice Marco Polo Airport at 8am and 9.30am.
Venice, Florence and Rome: Some departures may
start in Venice and end in Rome operating with the
same itinerary and inclusions, but in reverse. Please
check with your Travel Agent at the time of booking.
For the best savings and to avoid disappointment
book early.
For details on Trafalgar’s great savings see pages
244–245.
For extra nights’ accommodations see pages
239–240.
All prices are per person on a twin share basis.
* International Air: Trafalgar guarantees to quote you
the lowest possible airfare available on the day that
you book. Please note that airfares are not included
in the prices above. See page 245.
Visit www.trafalgar.com for availability and up-to-date
itineraries and Optional Experiences.
Great Italian Cities
11 days – 2 Countries
At Leisure
From: C$2599 (per person twin share)
Includes: 9 nights’ accommodations (3 hotels).
9 hot buffet breakfasts 4 dinners (including
Welcome Reception, Be My Guest, three course
dinner with wine and Farewell Dinner).
All land transport shown. All transfers shown.
All our featured inclusions shown on page 3.
BOOK & PAY EARLY
SAVE UP
TO C$338 p.p.
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Contrasts of Italy
Rome, Florence and Venice. The country’s cultural capitals are brought to life in a journey by high-speed train
through the vibrant center of Italy.
It’s Insider moments like… being transported back to the 14th century by your Venetian guide as he leads you
through the maze of streets to the ancient Rialto fish market, your ears ringing with the shouts of stallholders
and the crunch of ice on shining scales. Marvelling at the variety of fresh seafood on display, the scent of salt in
the air follows you onwards to the Bridge of Sighs, to hear the story of Casanova, and imagine the prisoners’
final laments.
It's iconic places
City Tours in Rome, Florence and Venice. Visit St. Peter’s
Basilica, the Academy of Fine Arts in Florence, the Vatican
Museums, Sistine Chapel, and the Roman Colosseum. Cruise by
private launch to St. Mark’s Square in Venice. View the Roman
Forum, Santa Croce Basilica and the Duomo in Florence and the
Byzantine St. Mark’s Basilica. See the Leaning Tower of Pisa.
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Duomo, Florence
Special Interest
It’s travel beyond
the expected
St. Mark's Square, Venice
Day 1 | *Depart Canada
Overnight flight to Rome.
Day 2 | Arrive Rome (3 Nights)
Welcome to Rome, the Eternal City! Relax after your
journey or take a stroll through the city’s ancient
streets. Join your companions and Travel Director
this evening for a Welcome Reception. Later, an
orientation drive will be the perfect introduction to
this magical city. (WR) Hotel: Grand Hotel Palatino
Day 3 | Rome Sightseeing
Your included sightseeing tour with a A Local
Expert begins at the Vatican Museums. Experience
a A Unique Insight in the Vatican when you ascend
the smooth and step-less spiral staircase designed
by famous architect Donato Bramante. Admire
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Sistine Chapel and then visit St. Peter’s Basilica to
see his famous Pietá. Your tour continues in ancient
Rome. View the Forum and visit the impressive
Colosseum. There’s time afterwards to explore
the city on your own, or simply relax and watch
the world go by! (BB)
Day 4 | Rome | Free Time
Your day is free to see the sights of your choice.
Consider taking a trip to the ancient Catacombs,
or take an excursion to Tivoli to see the house
and gardens of the Villa d’Este - a marvelous
example of Renaissance architecture. This evening,
why not make a wish and throw a coin in the
Trevi fountain. (BB)
Day 5 | Rome | High Speed Train | Florence
(3 Nights)
Take the high-speed train on a comfortable journey
(1 hour 35 minutes) through scenic countryside
to Florence, birthplace of the Renaissance. Your
A Local Expert shows you a wealth of historical
treasures during your walking tour of Florence
including the Ponte Vecchio. Visit the Fine Arts
Academy to see one of the most famous works of
the Renaissance – Michelangelo’s statue of David.
Finish at Piazza della Signoria, featuring wonderful
sculptures and palazzi. (BB) Hotel: Ambasciatori
Day 6 | Florence | Excursion to Pisa
This morning enjoy views of Florence from Piazzale
Michelangelo before a short drive along the Arno
Valley brings you to Pisa, a former maritime city.
Explore the Field of Miracles and see the famous
Leaning Tower and the marble Cathedral. See the
Baptistery – the largest in Italy - and the cemetery,
which is reputedly built on soil brought from the
Holy Land. Afterwards, join your companions for a
special Regional Meal at a local restaurant. Relax
this evening in Florence. (BB RM)
Day 7 | Florence | Free Time
Spend the day on your own exploring the delights
of this historic and picturesque city. As well as
museums and galleries, there are beautiful gardens
and wonderful palaces to discover, such as the
Boboli and the Pitti Palace. There are many villages
just outside the city with wonderful markets where
you can buy all manner of local specialties. Or shop
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for the latest fashions in Florence’s elegant and
sophisticated boutiques. This evening, consider an
optional experience to Chianti for dinner! (BB)
Day 8 | Florence | High Speed Train | Venice
(3 Nights)
All aboard the express train for Venice! Marvel at
the scenery as you pass through the Apennine hills
and across the Veneto plain. It takes just 2 hours
and 8 minutes to reach Venice, its ornate Gothic
and Renaissance palaces beautifully reflected
in the Venetian lagoon. This evening, consider
a gondola ride along enchanting canals - it’s
the perfect introduction to this magical city! (BB)
Hotel: Boscolo Bellini
Day 9 | Canal Cruise and Orientation
Savor the sights and sounds of this unique
Byzantine city as you cruise to St. Mark’s Square
by private launch. See the Bridge of Sighs, Palladian
Churches, the Customs House, Grand Canal, St.
Mark’s Basilica and Campanile as well as the
Doge’s Palace on your orientation of the city. Watch
the Venetian craftsmen at work creating a A Local
Specialty at a glass blowing workshop on Giudecca
Island. Spend free time afterwards exploring on
your own. Perhaps visit the Accademia or relax and
experience ‘la dolce vita’ at a sidewalk cafe. You
might like to cruise to an island in the lagoon for a
delicious seafood meal! (BB)
Day 10 | Secret Venice Walking Tour
Your A Local Expert brings the city’s rich heritage
to life. Cross the Rialto Bridge and visit the ancient
fish market. Wander through the narrow streets and
see the house of Marco Polo, and other interesting
and beautiful works of art. See the sights of your
choice afterwards, and celebrate this evening with
your companions at a Farewell Dinner in a local
restaurant. (BB FD)
Day 11 | Venice | Canada
Say ‘arrivederci’ to Italy and your fellow travelers
as this fascinating vacation comes to an end.
Transfers are available. Conditions apply. (BB)
Contrasts of Italy
11 days – 2 Countries
Special Interest
From: C$2885 (per person twin share)
Includes: 9 nights’ accommodations (3 hotels).
9 hot buffet breakfasts. 1 Regional Meal lunch.
2 dinners (including Welcome Reception and
Farewell Dinner). All land transport shown
(including 2 high speed trains). All transfers shown.
All our featured inclusions shown on page 3.
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TRIP NOTES
Cruise Connection: This trip starts or ends in a popular cruise port, so you can
combine a cruise with a more in-depth guided experience in Europe.
WiFi: See pages 242-243 for details.
Airport transfers: On arrival to Rome Fiumicino Airport transfers will operate at
9.30am, 12.30pm and 3.30pm. Guests arriving later should make their own way to
the hotel. Return transfers on the last travel day will arrive at Venice Marco Polo
Airport at 8am and 9.30am.
Please note: Guaranteed Room Share is not available on this trip.
All prices are per person on a twin share basis.
For the best savings and to avoid disappointment book early.
For details on Trafalgar’s great savings see pages 244–245.
For extra nights’ accommodations see pages 239–240.
* International Air: Trafalgar guarantees to quote you the lowest possible airfare
available on the day that you book. Please note that airfares are not included in the
prices above. See page 245.
Visit www.trafalgar.com for availability and up-to-date itineraries and
Optional Experiences.
Piazza Navona, Rome
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BG Be My Guest Dining DW Dinner with Wine
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Corsica & Sardinia
Chilled island life meets ancient history and cultural diversity — French Corsica and Italian Sardinia are revealed in
a relaxed taste of two unique islands.
It’s Insider moments like… running your fingers across the sun-warmed stone of the ‘nuraghi’ at Su Nuraxi, an
ancient site with a defense system unique to Sardinia. Narrow walls and cool alleys give way to bright blue
sky, as you wander within the ruins listening to stories of the life in the village 2,800 years ago. Then meeting
the modern locals in Alghero at Piera and Gavino’s farm. Welcomed by the family, you indulge in home-grown
organic produce, sampling traditional recipes in the warmth of Sardinian hospitality.
It's iconic places
City Tours in Cagliari, Barumini and Bonifacio. Orientations in
Alghero, La Maddalena and Nuoro. Visit the UNESCO World
Heritage site to see the Nuraghi of Su Nuraxi, the town
and gardens of Ile Rousse, the cultural capital of the island
of Sardinia, Nuoro. Ferry across to the unspoilt island of La
Maddalena. View the Cathedral of Santa Maria and the San
Pancrazio Towers in Cagliari. See the Basilica of San Saturno
built in the 5th century in Cagliari. Scenic drive along the
magnificent Costa Smeralda coastline.
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Day 1 | *Depart Canada
Overnight flight to Cagliari.
Day 2 | Arrive Cagliari (2 Nights)
Welcome to the capital of Sardinia and the island’s
largest city located on the southern coast of
Sardinia. Meet your Travel Director and fellow
travelers this evening for a Welcome Reception.
(WR) Hotel: T Hotel
Day 3 | Cagliari Sightseeing and At Leisure
Explore Sardinia’s capital and the largest town
on the island with a A Local Expert. Visit the
castello district including views of the Cathedral
of Santa Maria, the Archbishop’s Palace and the
Elephant and San Pancrazio Towers. See the
Basilica of San Saturno built in the 5 th century.
Visit the Marina District and see the Roman ruins.
This afternoon consider an excursion to the
botanical gardens. (BB)
At Leisure
Corsica
Day 4 | Cagliari | Barumini | Alghero (2 Nights)
Enjoy a scenic drive through the interior of the
island stopping at the UNESCO World Heritage Site
Su Nuraxi which stands at the edge of Barumini, a
farming town in Marmilla. A A Local Expert will
show you one of the most important architectural
examples of early Sardinian civilization which is
a special type of defensive structure known as
nuraghi. This megalithic complex was established
in the late 2nd millennium B.C. during the Bronze
Age. It remained buried until 1949, when a massive
flood washed away the earth surrounding the
upper section. It is regarded as the finest and
most complete example of this remarkable form of
prehistoric architecture in the world. Continue on
to Alghero, a beautiful town with a strong Spanish
influence. (BB DW) Hotel: Carlos V
Day 5 | Alghero Sightseeing and At Leisure
Your Travel Director will take you on a pleasant
stroll through the old town of Alghero this morning.
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generations, this lovely old town still retains an air
of the Spanish region of Catalonia, since it once
formed part of the kingdom of Aragon. The local
residents still speak with a Spanish dialect. Many
of the older buildings are in a Catalan Gothic style
reminiscent of Barcelona. See sights including the
harbor, cathedral Santa Maria and Piazza Ginasio in
the heart of the old town. This afternoon consider
an excursion to the craggy cliffs of Capo Caccia.
This evening a scenic drive will take you to the
home of a local family to experience a delightful
Sardinian A Be My Guest experience. (BB BG)
Day 6 | Alghero | Bonifacio | Ajaccio (2 Nights)
After breakfast, enjoy a scenic drive along the
northern coast to Santa Teresa Gallura, before
taking the ferry across to the French island of
Corsica, just a few miles away (crossing time
approx. 1 hour). On arrival in Bonifacio enjoy a tour
with a A Local Expert and then free time to explore
this stunning fortified town. Dramatically situated on
a limestone peninsula, there are spectacular views
of the Mediterranean from the impressive Citadel
plus a delightful harbor and marina. From Bonifacio,
we continue to your luxurious hotel in Ajaccio for
a two night stay. (BB) Hotel: Sofitel Golfe D’Ajaccio
Day 7 | Ajaccio At Leisure
Enjoy a full day of leisure or take an optional
experience to another part of the island. Your
Travel Director will advise of the options available
to you. (BB DW)
Day 8 | Ajaccio | Bonifacio | Ferry to Sardinia |
Costa Smealda | Olbia (3 Nights)
Travel back to Bonifacio for the return ferry crossing
to Santa Teresa Gallura. From here enjoy a scenic
drive along the fabulous Costa Smeralda coastline
with its turquoise waters. Stop at the popular
resort of Porto Cervo, the playground of the rich
and famous developed by the Aga Khan in the
1960s, before continuing to your hotel in Olbia. (BB)
Hotel: Mercure Olbia Harmaea
Day 9 | Excursion to La Maddalena
This morning take a trip back to the exclusive and
beautiful Costa Smeralda, which owes its name to
the emerald green colored waters. From the harbor
town of Palau you will take a ferry to the unspoilt
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island of La Maddalena. The old town perched on
a hill is a charming maze of narrow streets and
small squares. This is where the young Napoleon
suffered the first defeat of his military career after
islanders withstood a three-day siege launched
from Corsica. Enjoy the scenery and sample some
of the local cuisine in your free time for lunch. Later,
return to your hotel in Olbia. (BB)
Day 10 | Olbia At Leisure
Enjoy a full day of leisure or take an optional
experience to another part of the island. Your
Travel Director will advise of the options available
to you. (BB)
Day 11 | Olbia | Nuoro | Oliena | Orgosolo |
Cagliari
Today travel south through the Barbagia area,
considered the heart of Sardinia with ancient
traditions which survive alongside modern life,
evident in the landscape, the architecture and
the cuisine. The museum in Nuoro, the capital of
the province, has many reminders of the culture
of this ancient population. Continue through the
vineyards to Oliena where you will enjoy a Wine
Tasting. See the ‘murales’ of Orgosolo and the
famous bandit villages before returning to Cagliari
for the final night of your trip. This evening join your
Travel Director and fellow travelers to celebrate your
memorable vacation with a Farewell Dinner. (BB FD)
Hotel: Regina Margherita
Day 12 | Cagliari | Canada
This morning, say goodbye to your fellow
travelers at the end of your wonderful Corsica
and Sardinian vacation. Transfers are available.
Conditions apply. (BB)
Corsica & Sardinia
12 days – 2 Countries
At Leisure
From: C$3099 (per person twin share)
Includes: 10 nights’ accommodations (5 hotels).
10 hot buffet breakfasts. 5 dinners (including
Welcome Reception, Be My Guest, 2 three
course dinners with wine and Farewell Dinner).
All land transport shown (including return ferry).
All transfers shown. All our featured inclusions
shown on page 3.
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TRIP NOTES
WiFi: See pages 242-243 for details.
Airport transfers: On arrival to Cagliari Elmas Airport transfers will operate at
11.15am and 2pm. Guests arriving later should make their own way to the hotel.
Return transfers on the last travel day will arrive at Cagliari Elmas Airport at
4.30am and 7am.
All prices are per person on a twin share basis.
For the best savings and to avoid disappointment book early.
For details on Trafalgar’s great savings see pages 244–245.
For extra nights’ accommodations see pages 239–240.
* International Air: Trafalgar guarantees to quote you the lowest possible airfare
available on the day that you book. Please note that airfares are not included in the
prices above. See page 245.
Visit www.trafalgar.com for availability and up-to-date itineraries and
Optional Experiences.
Cathedral Santa Maria, Alghero
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BB Buffet Breakfast L Lunch D Dinner RM Regional Meal FD Farewell Dinner
BG Be My Guest Dining DW Dinner with Wine
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Italy Bellissimo
The beauty and grace of Italy is a kaleidoscope of colors, fragrances and tastes, explored on a trip that ventures
from the interior to the coast, and the sultry, sun-soaked island of Capri.
It’s Insider moments like… waking in Capri to wander the sun-dappled streets, gelato in hand, as you discover
the hidden highlights of this celebrity hideaway. Swimming in crystal-clear waters and lazing in the sunshine
of a perfect island day. Days later, the lemony scent of Capri is recalled at ‘Il Borgo della Limonaia’, the Tuscan
home of Daniella Callistri and her family. They welcome you to their home, the scent of lemons lingering as you
taste the family olive oil and wine, before a meal of traditional Tuscan delicacies at the Callistri table.
It's iconic places
City Tours in Rome, Pompeii, Assisi and Florence. Orientations
in Venice, Montecatini and Siena. Visit St. Peter’s Basilica,
the amazing Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel and the Roman
Colosseum, the Commonwealth Cemetery, the excavations at
Pompeii, St. Francis Basilica and the Leaning Tower of Pisa.
Cruise to the beautiful Isle of Capri and by private launch to St.
Mark’s Square in Venice. View the Roman Forum, the Faraglioni
Rocks on the Isle of Capri, the Byzantine St Mark’s Basilica,
Palladian Villas, Santa Croce Basilica and the Duomo.
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Isle of Capri
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the expected
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Day 1 | *Depart Canada
Overnight flight to Rome.
Day 2 | Arrive Rome (2 Nights)
Welcome to Rome, capital of Italy! Relax after
check-in, or take a leisurely stroll through the city’s
ancient streets. Meet your Travel Director and fellow
travelers this evening for a Welcome Reception.
Then enjoy an evening orientation drive to see St.
Peter’s Basilica - the perfect introduction to your
vacation. (WR) Hotel: Grand Hotel Tiberio
Day 3 | Rome Sightseeing and Free Time
Your included sightseeing tour with a A Local
Expert begins at the Vatican Museums. Experience
a A Unique Insight when you ascend the smooth
and step-less spiral staircase designed by famous
architect Donato Bramante. Admire Michelangelo’s
magnificent frescoed ceiling in the Sistine Chapel
and then visit St. Peter’s Basilica to see his famous
Pietà. Your tour continues in ancient Rome. View
the Forum and visit the impressive Colosseum.
There’s time afterwards to explore the city on your
own, or simply relax and watch the world go by!
Note: Certain departures will visit the Sistine Chapel
on your return to Rome. (BB)
Day 4 | Rome | Pompeii | Isle Of Capri
(2 Nights)
Visit the Commonwealth Cemetery at Monte
Cassino in the valley below the Abbey. Visit the
excavations at Pompeii - buried for centuries
beneath volcanic ash after Mount Vesuvius erupted
in 79 AD - with commentary from your A Local
Expert. In Sorrento, see fine craftsmanship at an
inlaid wood factory, during a A Local Specialty
demonstration. Cruise across the Bay of Naples to
the beautiful Isle of Capri, your home for the next
two nights! Dine tonight at your hotel. (BB DW)
Hotel: Regina Cristina
Day 5 | Capri Orientation and Free Time
Your walking orientation of Capri town includes
views of the Marina Piccola. Admire the legendary
Piazzetta, the center of local life! Spend free time
shopping at elegant boutiques, or perhaps explore
the coast of this pretty island by private motor
launch. (BB)
Day 6 | Isle Of Capri | Naples | Assisi
Sail back across the Mediterranean to ‘Bella Napoli’.
Drive through Naples and north via Latium into the
Umbrian hills to the mystical town of Assisi. Your
A Local Expert shows you the sights including
views of the Church of St. Mary of the Angels, where
St. Francis died. Visit the Basilica, featuring frescoes
by Giotto. Dine tonight at your hotel. (BB DW)
Hotel: Cenacolo A Authentic Accommodation

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Day 7 | Assisi | Venice (2 Nights)
This morning after breakfast, travel through scenic
countryside towards Venice, Queen of the Adriatic.
Spend two nights on picturesque Lido island.
(BB) Hotel: Principie/Grande Albergo Ausonia &
Hungaria A Authentic Accommodation
Day 8 | Venice Sightseeing and Free Time
Venice is a remarkable Byzantine city with a rich
cultural and maritime history, which is evident during
your cruise to St. Mark’s Square. See the Basilica,
Bridge of Sighs and Doge’s Palace. Watch the
Venetian craftsmen at work creating a A Local
Specialty at a glassblowing workshop on Giudecca
island. This afternoon explore on your own, shop
for souvenirs or perhaps take a boat trip around the
islands in the lagoon! (BB)
Day 9 | Venice | Pisa | Montecatini (Tuscan
Hills) (2 Nights)
This morning travel to Pisa to see the famous
Leaning Tower. Later arrive in the spa-resort of
Montecatini in Tuscany, your home for the next two
nights. (BB) Hotel: Minerva Palace
Day 10 | Florence Excursion
Your day excursion to the Renaissance city of
Florence is incredible! Your A Local Expert shows
you all the sights including views of the marble
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Duomo, magnificent Baptistery and Piazza della
Signoria, with its statues and stunning palazzi.
Free time afterwards is an opportunity to explore
museums and art galleries. Shop for high quality
leather goods and 18-carat gold jewelry in
Florentine boutiques. Join your companions later
for an authentic Tuscan A Be My Guest dining
experience at a farmhouse set amid beautiful olive
groves in the country. (BB BG)
Day 11 | Montecatini (Tuscan Hills) | Siena |
Rome
Discover Siena, a picturesque medieval town in the
heart of Tuscany, famous for the annual Palio horse
race. Admire the architecture on Piazza del Campo
as you sip a cool drink at a sidewalk café. Shop
for unique local pottery before returning to Rome.
Join your companions this evening and celebrate
the end of your vacation with a Farewell Dinner.
(BB FD) Hotel: Sheraton Golf Parco De Medici/
Grand Hotel Tiberio
Cenacolo, Assisi, Italy
An old Franciscan convent, built for pilgrims visiting Assisi, we often choose Hotel Cenacolo when
in this scenic part of Italy. Sensitively restored, the stone walls of this A Authentic Accommodation
hold slick modern decor.
Grande Albergo Ausonia & Hungaria, Venice, Italy
When we stay on the exclusive Lido di Venezia, we often plump for Grande Albergo Ausonia &
Hungaria. Rich in romantic history, this A Authentic Accommodation is a prestigious icon in Venice
and has original period furnishings.
Italy Bellissimo
12 days – 2 Countries
Regional
From: C$3275 (per person twin share)
Includes: 10 nights’ accommodations (6 hotels).
10 hot buffet breakfasts. 5 dinners (including
Welcome Reception, Be My Guest, 2 three
course dinners with wine and Farewell Dinner).
All land transport shown (including return
cruise). All transfers shown. All our featured
inclusions shown on page 3.
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Day 12 | Rome | Canada
After breakfast, say farewell to Italy and your
newfound friends as you prepare to return home
after a memorable Italian journey of discovery!
Airport transfers are available to Fiumicino airport.
Conditions apply. (BB) TRIP NOTES
Cruise Connection: This trip starts or ends in a popular cruise port, so you can
combine a cruise with a more in-depth guided experience in Europe.
WiFi: See pages 242-243 for details.
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Airport transfers: On arrival to Rome Fiumicino Airport transfers will operate at
9.30am, 12.30pm and 3.30pm. Guests arriving later should make their own way
to the hotel. Return transfers on the last travel day will arrive at Rome Fiumicino
Airport at 7am and 9.30am.
All prices are per person on a twin share basis.
For the best savings and to avoid disappointment book early.
For details on Trafalgar’s great savings see pages 244–245.
For extra nights’ accommodations see pages 239–240.
* International Air: Trafalgar guarantees to quote you the lowest possible airfare
available on the day that you book. Please note that airfares are not included in the
prices above. See page 245.
Visit www.trafalgar.com for availability and up-to-date itineraries and
Optional Experiences.
KEY: A Insider Experience WR Welcome Reception FB Full Breakfast
BB Buffet Breakfast L Lunch D Dinner RM Regional Meal FD Farewell Dinner
BG Be My Guest Dining DW Dinner with Wine
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Italian Concerto
This relaxed exploration of Italy savors the old-world beauty of Venice, Florence and Rome, then journeys onwards,
to the laid-back southern lifestyle of the Amalfi coast.
It’s Insider moments like… the buzz of the crowd softening as you approach the historic ruins of the famous
lost city of Pompeii. Dust stirring underfoot as you listen to tales of the tragic last hours of its existence.
It’s imagining the streets ringing with laughter at the festival of fire, just hours before the molten lava of
Mt Vesuvius buried the city. And standing in the cool shadows of temples as you discover the life and beliefs of
an ancient culture, through the muted colors and designs of its mosaics.
It's iconic places
City Tours in Rome, Pompeii and Florence. Orientation of Venice.
Visit St. Peter’s Basilica, the Roman Colosseum, the ruins of
Pompeii and the Commonwealth War Cemetery. Cruise to the
beautiful Isle of Capri and by private launch to St. Mark’s Square
in Venice. View the Roman Forum, the ancient Romanesque
Abbey at Pomposa, the Duomo in Florence and the Byzantine
St. Mark’s Basilica. See the home of the d’Este family in Ferrara.
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Italian pottery
At Leisure
Grand Canal, Venice
Florence

CORSICA
SARDINIA
SARDINA
Start
End
ITALY
It’s travel beyond the expected
Day 1 | *Depart Canada
Overnight flight to Rome.
FLORENCE 2
Number of overnight stays
Sightseeing stops
ROME
Mediterranean
Sea
VENICE
2
Ferrara
Day 2 | Arrive Rome (3 Nights)
Welcome to Rome, the Eternal City! Relax after
your journey, then meet your Travel Director and
fellow travelers later for a Welcome Reception. This
evening, enjoy an orientation drive to see St. Peter’s
Basilica and the Tiber, a great introduction to this
magical city. (WR) Hotel: Una
Day 3 | Rome Sightseeing and Free Time
This morning join your A Local Expert to visit
St. Peter’s Basilica in the Vatican City and view
Michelangelo’s Pietà. Your sightseeing tour
continues in ancient Rome. View the Forum and see
Circus Maximus, where chariot races where held.
Visit inside the impressive Colosseum. There’s time
afterwards to explore the city on your own. (BB)
Day 4 | Rome | At Leisure
The day is yours to explore this wonderful city.
Consider a trip to the ancient catacombs or take
an excursion to Tivoli, site of the magnificent
Villa d’Este. Visit museums and gardens, or simply
experience ‘la dolce vita’ at a sidewalk café in one
of the city’s many piazzas. (BB)
Day 5 | Rome | Monte Cassino | Pompeii |
Amalfi Coast (Maiori) (3 Nights)
Stop to view the Abbey at Monte Cassino and
visit the cemetery in the valley below. In Pompeii -
buried for centuries when Mount Vesuvius erupted
in 79 AD - your A Local Expert takes you on
a fascinating Small Group Sightseeing tour of
the excavations. Arrive later at your hotel on the
Amalfi Coast where you dine tonight. (BB DW)
Hotel: Pietra Di Luna/San Pietro/Panorama
Day 6 | Amalfi Coast Free Time
Your day is free to do as you please. Perhaps visit the
splendid Villa Rufolo at Ravello or shop for souvenirs.
Enjoy dinner at your hotel this evening. (BB DW)
Day 7 | Isle of Capri Excursion
Sail to the magical island of Capri, a favorite resort
3
Monte
Cassino
Pompeii
Isle of Capri
SLOVENIA
3
Adriatic
Sea
AMALFI
COAST
CROATIA
among Italians. Ascend to Capri town by funicular
railway for a guided walking tour with included views
of Marina Piccola and the famous Piazzetta. Later,
your Travel Director takes you on an orientation tour
of Amalfi town, featuring medieval streets and the
spectacular Romanesque Church. (BB)
Day 8 | Amalfi Coast (Maiori) | Florence
(2 Nights)
North through Umbria and into Tuscany you arrive in
Florence. Tonight why not dine at one of the city’s
many trattorias. (BB) Hotel: Croce Di Malta
Day 9 | Florence Sightseeing and Wine Tasting
Your A Local Expert shows you all the main
sights including the marble Duomo and Piazza della
Signoria, with its amazing sculptures. View the famous
Ponte Vecchio, followed by a Wine Tasting with
your Travel Director featuring popular Tuscan wines.
Join your companions this evening for an authentic
A Be My Guest dinner in a castle on a wine and
olive estate. (BB BG)
Day 10 | Florence | Ferrara | Venice
Marvel at the breath-taking scenery on your journey
across the Apennines via Bologna. In Ferrara, see
the family home of the notorious d’Este family.
Arrive later in the Byzantine city of Venice, Queen of
the Adriatic, where you stay for the next two nights.
(BB) Hotel: Principe/Continental
Day 11 | Venice Sightseeing and Free Time
See the island of St. George, the elegant Customs
House, the Doge’s Palace and the Bridge of
Sighs as you cruise to St. Mark’s Square in your
private launch. Watch the Venetian craftsmen
at work creating a A Local Specialty at
a glassblowing workshop on Giudecca island.
This evening, enjoy a Farewell Dinner with your
Travel Director and newfound friends (BB FD)
Day 12 | Venice | Canada
Say ‘arrivederci’ to your companions as your
memorable Italian vacation comes to an end.
Transfers are available. Conditions apply. (BB)
Italian Concerto
12 days – 2 Countries
At Leisure
From: C$3265 (per person twin share)
Includes: 10 nights’ accommodations (4 hotels).
10 hot buffet breakfasts. 5 dinners (including
Welcome Reception, Be My Guest, 2 three
course dinners with wine and Farewell Dinner).
All land transport shown (including return
cruise). All transfers shown. All our featured
inclusions shown on page 3.
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TRIP NOTES
Cruise Connection: This trip starts or ends in a popular cruise port, so you can
combine a cruise with a more in-depth guided experience in Europe.
WiFi: See pages 242-243 for details.
Airport transfers: On arrival to Rome Fiumicino Airport transfers will operate at
9.30am, 12.30pm and 3.30pm. Guests arriving later should make their own way to
the hotel. Return transfers on the last travel day will arrive at Venice Marco Polo
Airport at 8am and 9.30am.
For the best savings and to avoid disappointment book early.
For details on Trafalgar’s great savings see pages 244–245.
For extra nights’ accommodations see pages 239–240.
All prices are per person on a twin share basis.
* International Air: Trafalgar guarantees to quote you the lowest possible airfare
available on the day that you book. Please note that airfares are not included in
the prices above. See page 245.
Visit www.trafalgar.com for availability and up-to-date itineraries and
Optional Experiences.
KEY: A Insider Experience WR Welcome Reception FB Full Breakfast
BB Buffet Breakfast L Lunch D Dinner RM Regional Meal FD Farewell Dinner
BG Be My Guest Dining DW Dinner with Wine
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Best of Italy
The essence of ‘la dolce vita’ is explored through the cuisine, art and landscapes of Italy, from its iconic cities and
turquoise lakes to its balmy southern shores.
It’s Insider moments like… the ripple of waves and reflection of the sky, as you speed by private boat towards
Isola Madre, a secluded island on Lake Maggiore where young princes used to play. As Signor Telli welcomes
you he brings the history of the island to life, and reveals why it’s nicknamed ‘La Piratera’. Then he shares tales
of his family over traditional lakeside cuisine, and crisp chilled Gavi wine, and explains how the childhood
fantasies of a prince inspired their family restaurant, the setting for your delicious dinner.
It's iconic places
City Tours in Rome, Pompeii, Assisi, Milan and Florence.
Orientation of Venice. Cruise to the beautiful Isle of Capri and by
private launch to St. Mark’s Square in Venice. Visit St. Peter’s
Basilica, the Sistine Chapel, Vatican Museum, the Roman
Colosseum, the Commonwealth War Cemetery, the excavations
at Pompeii, St. Francis Basilica in Assisi, picturesque Lake
Como and the medieval city of Siena. View the Roman Forum,
the ancient Romanesque Abbey at Pomposa, the Byzantine St.
Mark’s Basilica in Venice, the Roman Arena and Juliet’s Balcony
in Verona, the Gothic Cathedral and La Scala Opera House in
Milan, the Leaning Tower of Pisa and the Duomo in Florence.
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Lake Como
It’s travel beyond the expected
Day 1 | *Depart Canada
Overnight flight to Rome.
Day 2 | Arrive Rome (2 Nights)
Welcome to Rome, the Eternal City! Spend the rest of
your day relaxing or take a leisurely stroll around the
city. Join your companions and your Travel Director
later for a Welcome Reception. Then enjoy an
orientation drive to see St. Peter’s Basilica and other
sights - a great introduction to this beautiful city.
(WR) Hotel: Il Cantico A Authentic Accommodation
Day 3 | Rome Sightseeing and Free Time
Your included sightseeing tour with a A Local
Expert begins at the Vatican Museums. Experience
a A Unique Insight in the Vatican when you ascend
the smooth and step-less spiral staircase designed
by famous architect Donato Bramante. Admire
Michelangelo’s magnificent frescoed ceiling in the
Sistine Chapel and then visit St. Peter’s Basilica to
see his famous Pietà. Your tour continues in ancient
Rome. View the Forum and see the Circus Maximus,
where chariot races were held. Visit the impressive
Colosseum. There’s time afterwards to explore the
city on your own, or simply relax and watch the
world go by! (BB)
Day 4 | Rome | Pompeii | Sorrento (2 Nights)
Visit the Commonwealth War Cemetery near Monte
Cassino. Your A Local Expert tells you all about
the devastation caused by the eruption of Vesuvius
in AD 79 during your walking tour of Pompeii. Arrive
later at your hotel in Sorrento where you dine
tonight. (BB DW) Hotel: Johanna Park/Corallo
Day 5 | Isle Of Capri Excursion
Witness the art of inlaid wood-working, a A Local
Regional
Duomo, Florence
Specialty for which Sorrento is famous. Later,
embark on an included excursion by ferry to the
Isle of Capri. See the local gardens and other sights
during an orientation walk of Capri town. Spend time
exploring this lovely island on your own. Perhaps
consider visiting the villa of the Swedish doctor,
Axel Munthe. (BB)
Day 6 | Sorrento | Assisi
Assisi is a mystical town perched on the slopes of
Mount Subasio overlooking the peaceful Umbrian
landscape. Under the protection of St. Francis this
city is still enclosed by medieval ramparts. Your
A Local Expert takes you on a walking tour, which
includes a visit to the Basilica of St. Francis, famous
for its frescoes depicting the life of this much-loved
saint. Spend time afterwards exploring on your own
and shopping for souvenirs. Dine at your hotel this
evening. (BB DW) Hotel: Cenacolo
Day 7 | Assisi | Venice (2 Nights)
Today, enjoy the glorious countryside and historic
architecture of the Emilia Romagna region. The
area is also renowned for its cuisine such as
Tortellini, Mortadella and Parmesan cheese, which
you could sample during your lunch stop. Arrive
later in Venice, Queen of the Adriatic. (BB DW)
Hotel: Grande Albergo Ausonia & Hungaria
Day 8 | Venice Sightseeing and Free Time
Your cruise by private launch to St. Mark’s Square
is magical! View the Bridge of Sighs, the beautiful
Doge’s Palace and the Basilica. Watch a A Local
Specialty demonstration of the ancient art of
glassblowing at a traditional workshop on Giudecca
island. Spend free time seeing the sights of your
choice. You might like to cruise across the lagoon

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Pisa
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to the Island of Burano and enjoy a delicious
seafood meal. (BB)
Day 9 | Venice | Verona | Milan | Lake
Maggiore (2 Nights)
This morning travel to Verona, the home of
Shakespeare’s star-crossed lovers, to admire the
Roman arena and Juliet’s balcony. Cross the plains
of Lombardy to Milan for a walking tour of this
fashionable city with your A Local Expert. See
the Gothic Duomo, La Scala Opera house and the
famous Galleria. Dine tonight at your hotel. (BB DW)
Hotel: Simplon
Day 10 | Lake Como Excursion
Travel to the beautiful Lake Como with free time
to explore or simply soak up the scenery. This
evening, take a private boat to an island on Lake
Maggiore for a special A Be My Guest dinner
experience. (BB BG)
Day 11 | Lake Maggiore | Pisa | Florence
(2 Nights)
Cross the Plains of Lombardy, the forested Apennine
Mountains, and pass by Genoa to Pisa. View the
extraordinary Leaning Tower before arriving in
Florence, birthplace of the Renaissance. Tonight,
you might like to sample some local Tuscan cuisine.
(BB) Hotel: Grand Hotel Mediterraneo/Adler Cavalieri
Day 12 | Florence Sightseeing and Free Time
Your A Local Expert brings the city’s rich history to
life during your walking tour. See the Cathedral and
Piazza della Signoria and view Ponte Vecchio. Enjoy
spectacular panoramic views of Florence from
Piazzale Michelangelo. Spend free time exploring or
shop for high quality leather and gold. (BB)
Day 13 | Florence | Siena | Rome
Set in scenic Tuscan countryside, visit the medieval
town of Siena, famous for its exciting Palio horse
race. This evening in Rome, join your Travel Director
and new found friends for a Farewell Dinner.
(BB FD) Hotel: Sheraton Golf Parco de Medici
Day 14 | Rome | Canada
Say ‘arrivederci Roma’ at the end of your memorable
vacation in Italy. Transfers are available to Rome
Fiumicino Airport. Conditions apply. (BB)
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Hotels and inclusions may vary slightly. Please
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TRIP NOTES
Cruise Connection: This trip starts or ends in a
popular cruise port, so you can combine a cruise
with a more in-depth guided experience in Europe.
WiFi: See pages 242-243 for details.
Airport transfers: On arrival to Rome Fiumicino Airport
transfers will operate at 9.30am, 12.30pm and 3.30pm.
Guests arriving later should make their own way to the
hotel. Return transfers on the last travel day will arrive
at Rome Fiumicino Airport at 7am and 9.30am.
All prices are per person on a twin share basis.
For the best savings and to avoid disappointment
book early.
For details on Trafalgar’s great savings see pages 244–245.
For extra nights’ accommodations see pages 239–240.
* International Air: Trafalgar guarantees to quote
you the lowest possible airfare available on the day
that you book. Please note that airfares are not
included in the prices above. See page 245.
Visit www.trafalgar.com for availability and up-to-date
itineraries and Optional Experiences.
2
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Adriatic
Sea
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Best of Italy
14 days – 2 Countries
Regional
From: C$2775 (per person twin share)
Includes: 12 nights’ accommodations (7 hotels).
12 hot buffet breakfasts. 7 dinners (including
Welcome Reception, Be My Guest, 4 three
course dinners with wine and Farewell Dinner).
All land transport shown (including return
cruise). All transfers shown. All our featured
inclusions shown on page 3.
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CONNECTION
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Italian Glory
All roads lead to Rome. That’s why we start in Milan, our exploration of the beauty and culture of Como, Venice,
Florence and the Amalfi Coast leading us on to the vibrant Italian capital.
It’s Insider moments like… the fruity explosion of olive oil on your tongue while sampling the fresh produce
of the Fattoria di Maiano. At the heart of Tuscany, you’ll meet the family of Count Fulcis in their 15th century
villa, where the love story a ‘Room with a View’ was filmed, and learn about the principles of organic olive oil
production. Later, the smell of tomatoes, garlic and fresh baking bread beckons you from the formal gardens,
to sit down together to a meal of lush local flavor framed by the rolling hills of Tuscany.
It's iconic places
City Tours in Milan, Venice, Florence, Pompeii and Rome.
Orientation of Lake Como. Visit the excavations at Pompeii,
St. Peter’s Basilica and the Roman Colosseum. Cruise by private
launch to St. Mark’s Square in Venice and to the Isle of Capri.
View the Gothic Cathedral and La Scala Opera House in Milan,
the Byzantine St. Mark’s Basilica in Venice, the Duomo in
Florence, the Abbey at Monte Cassino and the Roman Forum.
See the Roman Arena and Juliet’s Balcony in Verona.
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Pompeii
It’s travel beyond the expected
Day 1 | *Depart Canada
Overnight flight to Milan.
Day 2 | Arrive Milan | Como (2 Nights)
Welcome to Milan - capital of the Lombardy region!
Transfer to your hotel in Como. Unwind or take
a leisurely stroll to see the exquisite villas and
gardens. Meet your travel companions and your
Travel Director later for a Welcome Reception. (WR)
Hotel: Barchetta Palace
Day 3 | Milan Excursion
Enjoy an orientation tour of Como before heading
to Milan. In fashionable Milan, your A Local Expert
shows you the impressive sights. View the Gothic
cathedral, La Scala and the Galleria. (BB)
Day 4 | Como | Verona | Venice (3 Nights)
See the Roman arena and Juliet’s balcony in
Verona, the setting of Shakespeare’s most
At Leisure
St. Peter's Basilica, Rome
famous play. There’s time to relax or shop on the
Via Mazzini. Arrive later in the Renaissance city
of Venice, your home for the next three nights.
Consider a gondola ride this evening – the perfect
introduction to this romantic city! Dine tonight
at your hotel. (BB DW) Hotel: Best Western
Villa Mabapa
Day 5 | Venice Sightseeing and Free Time
Admire Venice in all its glory as you approach
St. Mark’s Square by private launch. See the Bridge
of Sighs, the Doge’s Palace and the Byzantine
Basilica. Watch the Venetian craftsmen at work
creating a A Local Specialty at a glassblowing
workshop on Giudecca island. Spend the afternoon
exploring the city on your own. (BB)
Day 6 | Secret Venice Walking Tour and visit
to the Market
Cruise along the Grand Canal to the Rialto Bridge.
Your A Local Expert brings the city to life during

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your walking tour. See how the locals shop for
food and find out about some of the regional
cuisine including the delicious seafood. Cross the
Rialto Bridge and see the beautiful architecture
including Marco Polo’s house. The rest of the day
is free to explore, or perhaps consider an optional
experience to Burano for some delicious local
seafood! (BB)
Day 7 | Venice | Florence (2 Nights)
Travel through picturesque Tuscan countryside to
Florence for a two night stay. Tonight, join your
fellow travelers and Travel Director for an authentic
A Be My Guest dinner in a local restaurant with
stunning views over the rolling Chianti hills. (BB BG)
Hotel: Roma
Day 8 | Florence Sightseeing and Free Time
Learn about Florence’s artistic heritage during a
walking tour with your A Local Expert. See the
multi colored Duomo and the Piazza della Signoria.
View the Ponte Vecchio bridge, one of the city’s
most famous landmarks. Enjoy panoramic views
of the city from Piazzale Michelangelo. Spend free
time shopping for high quality leather and gold or
consider an optional experience to the Fine Arts
Academy to see Michelangelo’s ‘David’. (BB)
Day 9 | Florence | Amalfi Coast (Maiori)
(3 Nights)
Drive south from Florence through the Arno Valley
and past the Bay of Naples to your hotel in Maiori
on the Amalfi coast. Dine tonight at your hotel.
(BB DW) Hotel: Pietra Di Luna/San Pietro/Panorama
Day 10 | Amalfi Coast At Leisure
Spend the day relaxing on this magnificent
coastline. Sip a cappuccino, browse in the shops
or perhaps take a dip in the Mediterranean.
The choice is yours! (BB)
VENICE
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Day 11 | Isle of Capri and Amalfi Town Excursion
Take a ferry to the Isle of Capri, and continue
to Capri town by funicular railway. See the
famous Piazzetta, during your guided walking tour.
Spend time exploring on your own. Perhaps visit
the house of Dr. Axel Munthe or shop for souvenirs.
Later, cruise to the charming town of Amalfi to
see the Romanesque Church and other interesting
sights. Dine tonight at your hotel. (BB DW)
Day 12 | Amalfi Coast (Maiori) | Pompeii | Rome
(2 Nights)
Mount Vesuvius erupted in 79 AD, leaving Pompeii
covered for centuries by a layer of volcanic ash.
Your A Local Expert tells you the history of this
partially buried ancient town during a Small Group
Sightseeing walking tour. Later, enjoy views of the
Abbey of Monte Cassino on the way to Rome.
Tonight, consider an evening excursion in the city.
(BB) Hotel: Grand Hotel Tiberio
Day 13 | Rome Sightseeing and At Leisure
This morning join your A Local Expert to visit
St. Peter’s Basilica in the Vatican City and view
Michelangelo’s Pietà. Your sightseeing tour
continues in ancient Rome. View the Forum and
see Circus Maximus, where chariot races where
held. Visit inside the impressive Colosseum.
There’s time afterwards to explore the city on
your own, or simply relax and watch the world go
by! (BB FD)
Day 14 | Rome | Canada
Say ‘arrivederci Roma’ at the end of a memorable
vacation! Airport transfers are available. Conditions
apply. (BB)
Italian Glory
14 days – 2 Countries
At Leisure
From: C$3675 (per person twin share)
Includes: 12 nights’ accommodations (5 hotels).
12 hot buffet breakfasts. 6 dinners (including
Welcome Reception, Be My Guest, 3 three
course dinners with wine and Farewell Dinner).
All land transport shown (including return
cruise). All transfers shown. All our featured
inclusions shown on page 3.
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TO C$395 p.p.
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TRIP NOTES
Cruise Connection: This trip starts or ends in a popular cruise port, so you can
combine a cruise with a more in-depth guided experience in Europe.
WiFi: See pages 242-243 for details.
Airport transfers: On arrival to Milan Malpensa Airport transfers will operate at
9am and 12.30pm. Guests arriving later should make their own way to the hotel.
Return transfers on the last travel day will arrive at Rome Fiumicino Airport at
7am and 9.30am.
All prices are per person on a twin share basis.
For the best savings and to avoid disappointment book early.
For details on Trafalgar’s great savings see pages 244–245.
For extra nights’ accommodations see pages 239–240.
* International Air: Trafalgar guarantees to quote you the lowest possible airfare
available on the day that you book. Please note that airfares are not included in
the prices above. See page 245.
Visit www.trafalgar.com for availability and up-to-date itineraries and
Optional Experiences.
Venice
KEY: A Insider Experience WR Welcome Reception FB Full Breakfast
BB Buffet Breakfast L Lunch D Dinner RM Regional Meal FD Farewell Dinner
BG Be My Guest Dining DW Dinner with Wine
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Grand Italian Experience
Mountains to coast, from the trulli houses of Alberobello to Santa Margherita on the Italian Riviera, this trip reveals
the traditions, art and landscapes that define the many faces of Italy.
It’s Insider moments like… admiring the cool white walls of the Rotolo family farm, built in the classical trulli
style unique to Puglia. Welcomed by the couple and their four children you hear farming stories passed down
through generations, and learn about the organic produce they grow and make. Trying it for yourself, you enjoy
delicious roasted meats and traditional tarali biscuits made from scratch by daughter Mariana, all washed
down with the farm’s own wine and shared together with the family.
It's iconic places
City Tours in Rome, Pompeii, Assisi, Milan and Florence.
Orientation in Siena, Venice and Alberobello. Visit St. Peter’s
Basilica, the Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel, the Roman
Colosseum, the excavations at Pompeii, the Commonwealth War
Cemetery, St. Francis Basilica in Assisi and the ski resort of
Cortina d’Ampezzo. View the Roman Forum, the Byzantine
St. Mark’s Basilica, the Gothic Cathedral and La Scala Opera
House in Milan, the Leaning Tower of Pisa, Santa Croce Basilica
and the Duomo in Florence. Cruise to the Isle of Capri, by private
launch to St. Mark’s Square in Venice and to the exclusive resort
of Portofino. See the Roman Arena and Juliet’s Balcony.
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Dolomites
It’s travel beyond the expected
Day 1 | *Depart Canada
Overnight flight to Rome.
Day 2 | Arrive Rome (2 Nights)
Welcome to Rome, the Eternal City! Unwind after
your journey. Later, enjoy a Welcome Reception
with your companions and your Travel Director.
Then take an orientation drive to see the Tiber and
St. Peter’s Basilica, a perfect introduction to this
magical city. (WR) Hotel: AW Cicerone Hotel
Day 3 | Rome Sightseeing
Your included sightseeing tour with a A Local
Expert begins at the Vatican Museums. Experience
a A Unique Insight when you ascend the smooth
and step-less spiral staircase designed by famous
architect Donato Bramante. Admire Michelangelo’s
magnificent frescoed ceiling in the Sistine Chapel
and then visit St. Peter’s Basilica to see his
famous Pietà. Your tour continues in ancient Rome.
View the Forum and see the Circus Maximus,
where chariot races were held. Visit the impressive
Colosseum. There’s time to explore the city on
your own, or simply relax and watch the world go
by! (BB)
Day 4 | Rome | Alberobello (2 Nights)
Drive eastwards through the spectacular Abruzzi
Mountains to the Alberobello region near the
Adriatic coast. (BB DW) Hotel: Sierra Silvana
Regional
Alberobello
Day 5 | Alberobello Sightseeing and Free Time
See the unique limestone houses – trulli – during
your orientation of the town of Alberobello. This
afternoon consider an optional experience to
the town of Matera which served as one of the
movie locations for ‘The Passion of the Christ’,
starring Mel Gibson. This evening enjoy a special
A Be My Guest dinner in a traditional trulli building
in Alberobello. (BB BG)
Day 6 | Alberobello | Sorrento (2 Nights)
This morning travel to the gorgeous coastal town
of Sorrento famous for its delicious limoncello drink.
Your orientation includes views of Piazza Tasso and
Corsa Italia. You will then have free time to explore
the town. (BB) Hotel: Grand Parco del Sole
Day 7 | Isle of Capri Excursion
Watch a A Local Specialty demonstration at an
inlaid-wood workshop, followed by a cruise to
the beautiful Isle of Capri. See Capri town and
Marina Piccola during your guided walking tour. Visit
the Piazzetta where the rich and famous sip their
cappuccinos. Dine tonight at your hotel. (BB DW)
Day 8 | Sorrento | Pompeii | Assisi
Visit the excavations of the city of Pompeii, which
lay buried for centuries after Mount Vesuvius
erupted in 79 AD. Your A Local Expert provides
insight into this UNESCO World Heritage site.
Visit the Commonwealth War Cemetery near Monte

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Cassino. Continue your journey through the hills
of Frascati and Umbria to arrive at Assisi on
the slopes of Mount Subasio. Dine tonight at
your hotel. (BB DW) Hotel: Cenacolo A Authentic
Accommodation
Day 9 | Assisi | Verona | Venice (2 Nights)
Meet your A Local Expert this morning for
a walking tour of Assisi, including a visit to
St. Francis’ Basilica, featuring frescoes by Giotto,
and the Basilica of Santa Maria degli Angeli.
Continue your journey and visit the fair city of
Verona for views of Juliet’s balcony and the Roman
arena. Arrive later in the magical Byzantine city of
Venice, Queen of the Adriatic. (BB) Hotel: Biasutti
Day 10 | Venice Sightseeing and Free Time
Venice is a very special city. View the Bridge of
Sighs, Doge’s Palace and St. Mark’s Basilica during
your cruise by private launch to St. Mark’s Square.
Watch the Venetian craftsmen at work creating
a A Local Specialty at a glassblowing workshop
on Giudecca island. Spend free time shopping, or
perhaps enjoy a local seafood meal on the Island
of Burano. (BB)
Day 11 | Venice | Cortina d’Ampezzo
Traverse the Veneto plains to Cortina d’Ampezzo in
the Dolomites – a winter sport resort which hosted
the Winter Olympics in 1956. See the world-famous
Olympic ski-jump and spend the rest of the day
relaxing in the mountains. Dine tonight at your hotel.
(BB DW) Hotel: Europa
Day 12 | Cortina d’Ampezzo | Italian Lakes
Enjoy a scenic drive through northern Italy and the
Lake District. Arrive on the banks of Lake Maggiore
where you have free time to explore the town of
Baverno. Stroll along the banks of the lake or enjoy
a drink at an outdoor café. (BB) Hotel: Simplon
Day 13 | Italian Lakes | Milan | Santa Margherita
(2 Nights)
Arrive in Milan and enjoy a guided tour with a
A Local Expert. See the Duomo, the Galleria and
the famous La Scala Opera House. Later arrive on
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the Italian Riviera. Cruise to the port of Portofino
(weather permitting) before returning to your hotel
in Santa Margherita. Dine tonight at your hotel.
(BB DW) Hotel: Park Suisse
Day 14 | Santa Margherita Free Time
Relax or explore this famous Ligurian resort.
Or, consider joining an optional experience to the
beautiful Cinque Terre. (BB)
Day 15 | Santa Margherita | Pisa | Florence
(2 Nights)
Travel south into Tuscany and stop to view the
famous Leaning Tower of Pisa. Then travel to the
Renaissance city of Florence. Your walking tour with
a A Local Expert includes views of the magnificent
Duomo, Giotto’s Bell Tower and the Baptistery.
View the Ponte Vecchio, one of Florence’s most
famous landmarks. You might like to shop for
high quality leather and 18-carat gold, or simply
relax and enjoy the atmosphere. (BB) Hotel: NH
Anglo American
Day 16 | Florence Free Time
Enjoy a full day to explore this fascinating city.
You might like to visit the Academy of Fine Arts and
see Michelangelo’s statue of David or visit gardens
and palaces like the Boboli and Pitti Palace.
Whatever you decide, your Travel Director will be on
hand to help you get the most out of your day. (BB)
Day 17 | Florence | Siena | Rome
Past the sprawling vineyards of Chianti you arrive
at the medieval city of Siena. See the Piazza del
Campo, scene of the annual Palio horse races, and
the Cathedral. Enjoy free time to shop for souvenirs
and Tuscan specialties before returning to Rome.
Celebrate the end of your vacation this evening
with your companions at a Farewell Dinner. (BB FD)
Hotel: Sheraton Golf Parco de Medici
Day 18 | Rome | Canada
After breakfast, say ‘arrivederci’ to Rome and
your new found friends at the end of your
Grand Italian Experience. Transfers are available.
Conditions apply. (BB)
Grand Italian Experience
18 days – 2 Countries
Regional
From: C$4335 (per person twin share)
Includes: 16 nights’ accommodations (10 hotels).
16 hot buffet breakfasts. 8 dinners (including
Welcome Reception, Be My Guest, 5 three
course dinners with wine and Farewell Dinner).
All land transport shown (including return
cruise). All transfers shown. All our featured
inclusions shown on page 3.
BOOK & PAY EARLY
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TO C$459 p.p.
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s Alternative hotels: Departures may be accommodated in alternative locations.
All sightseeing and inclusions will remain as described.
TRIP NOTES
WiFi: See pages 242-243 for details.
Cruise Connection: This trip starts or ends in a popular cruise port, so you can
combine a cruise with a more in-depth guided experience in Europe.
Airport transfers: On arrival to Rome Fiumicino Airport transfers will operate at
9.30am, 12.30pm and 3.30pm. Guests arriving later should make their own way
to the hotel. Return transfers on the last travel day will arrive at Rome Fiumicino
Airport at 7am and 9.30am.
All prices are per person on a twin share basis.
For the best savings and to avoid disappointment book early.
For details on Trafalgar’s great savings see pages 244–245.
For extra nights’ accommodations see pages 239–240.
* International Air: Trafalgar guarantees to quote you the lowest possible airfare
available on the day that you book. Please note that airfares are not included in
the prices above. See page 245.
Visit www.trafalgar.com for availability and up-to-date itineraries and
Optional Experiences.
Authentic Accommodation
Cenacolo, Assisi, Italy
An old Franciscan convent, built for pilgrims visiting Assisi, we often
choose Hotel Cenacolo when in this scenic part of Italy. Sensitively
restored, the stone walls of this A Authentic Accommodation hold slick
modern decor.
KEY: A Insider Experience WR Welcome Reception FB Full Breakfast
BB Buffet Breakfast L Lunch D Dinner RM Regional Meal FD Farewell Dinner
BG Be My Guest Dining DW Dinner with Wine
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Southern Italy & Sicily
Descending from Rome to Palermo, the south of Italy gives way to the fiery splendors of Sicily and the towering
shadow of Italy’s largest active volcano, Etna.
It’s Insider moments like… the smoky richness and deep red of the ‘Nerello Mascalese’ grape, grown in the
volcanic soil at the foot of Mount Etna. It’s the taste of the fruit and the land, as you learn how to identify
the subtle aromas from an expert local sommelier, and build up an appetite as you stroll through the farm,
vineyards and cellars. And it’s finding the flavor of the Sicilian sunshine in the rich, heartiness of the cuisine, as
you enjoy the freshest grilled vegetable antipasti, homemade pasta and renowned ‘Liperus’ wine.
It's iconic places
City tours in Pompeii, Taormina, Agrigento and Palermo. Visit
the excavations at Pompeii, the Commonwealth War Cemetery,
an inlaid wood factory in Sorrento, the impressive ruins of the
ancient Greek Theater at Taormina, the Temples of Concord
and Juno at Agrigento, the castle gardens in Erice, the Norman
Cathedral at Monreale and the fishing village of Mondello. View
St Peter’s Basilica, the Abbey at Monte Cassino, the fortress
town of Enna and Palermo Cathedral. Cruise to the Isle of Capri.
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St. Peter's Basilica, Rome

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Day 1 | *Depart Canada
Overnight flight to Rome.
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Monte
Cassino
Day 2 | Arrive Rome
Welcome to Rome, the Eternal City! Relax after
your journey or explore on your own. Meet your
Travel Director and fellow travelers this evening
for a Welcome Reception. Afterwards, enjoy an
orientation drive through the city to see St. Peter’s
Basilica in the Vatican City and other sights – a
perfect introduction to this beautiful city. (WR)
Hotel: NH Villa Carpegna
Day 3 | Rome | Pompeii | Sorrento (2 Nights)
From Rome, visit the Commonwealth Cemetery at
Monte Cassino. Your A Local Expert takes you
on a fascinating walking tour of the excavations
at Pompeii - buried for centuries under a layer
of volcanic ash when Vesuvius erupted in 79
AD. Arrive later at your hotel in Sorrento. (BB)
Hotel: Grand Hotel Parco del Sole
Day 4 | Sorrento | Isle Of Capri Excursion
Watch a A Local Specialty demonstration of the
art of inlaid wood at a workshop in Sorrento. Take
a ferry to the Isle of Capri, and continue to Capri
town by funicular railway. See the famous Piazzetta,
during our guided walking tour. (BB)
Day 5 | Sorrento | Taormina (Giardini Naxos)
(3 Nights)
Drive south via Salerno and through Calabria and
take the ferry across the straits of Messina to Sicily
and the resort town of Taormina. This evening,
enjoy dinner at your hotel. (BB DW) Hotel: Sant
Alphio Garden
Day 6 | Taormina Sightseeing and Free Time
Your A Local Expert takes you on a walking
tour of Taormina on the slopes of Mount Tauro
overlooking the sea. Visit the Greek theater and
the sub-tropical terraced gardens. Stroll along the
elegant Corso Umberto to the Piazza for splendid
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panoramic views across the bay. Spend free time
shopping for souvenirs and handmade lace on the
Corso. (BB)
Day 7 | Taormina Free Time
Enjoy a full day to do as you please in this beautiful
resort town. Shop, relax or see the sights of your
choice. Whatever you decide, your Travel Director
will be on hand to help you get the most out of
your day. Tonight savor a delicious A Be My Guest
dinner at a beautiful Sicilian winery and restaurant
overlooking Mount Etna. (BB BG)
Day 8 | Taormina | Enna | Agrigento
Enjoy spectacular views of Enna on the way to
Agrigento, where your A Local Expert takes you
to visit the Valley of the Temples - the finest Greek
sanctuary in Sicily. See the splendid Temple of
Concord and the Temple of Juno overlooking the
sea. (BB) Hotel: Dioscuri Bay Palace
Day 9 | Agrigento | Erice | Palermo (2 Nights)
Visit the Balio gardens situated at the ruined Venus
Castle for breathtaking views of the sea, saltpans,
and wooded hillsides. Continue your journey to
the Sicilian capital, Palermo. (BB) Hotel: Grand
Federico II
Day 10 | Palermo Sightseeing and Excursion
to Monreale and Mondello
Meet your A Local Expert this morning for a
sightseeing tour of Palermo. See Piazza Bellini
and the Cathedral. Travel to the town of Monreale
for views of La Conca d’Oro and explore the
magnificent 12 th century Norman Cathedral. Visit
the fishing village of Mondello with its breathtaking
beach. Later join your companions and celebrate
with a Farewell Dinner at a local restaurant. (BB FD)
Day 11 | Palermo | Canada
Say ‘arrivederci’ to Sicily and your newfound friends
at the end of a memorable vacation! Transfers are
available. Conditions apply. (BB)
Southern Italy & Sicily
11 days – 2 Countries
Regional
From: C$2435 (per person twin share)
Includes: 9 nights’ accommodations (5 hotels).
9 hot buffet breakfasts. 4 dinners (including
Welcome Reception, Be My Guest, three course
dinner with wine and Farewell Dinner). All land
transport shown (including return ferry).
All transfers shown. All our featured inclusions
shown on page 3.
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TRIP NOTES
Cruise Connection: This trip starts or ends in a popular cruise port, so you can
combine a cruise with a more in-depth guided experience in Europe.
WiFi: See pages 242-243 for details.
Airport transfers: On arrival to Rome Fiumicino Airport transfers will operate at
9.30am, 12.30pm and 3.30pm. Guests arriving later should make their own way to the
hotel. Return transfers on the last travel day will arrive at Palermo Airport at 8am.
All prices are per person on a twin share basis.
For the best savings and to avoid disappointment book early.
For details on Trafalgar’s great savings see pages 244–245.
For extra nights’ accommodations see pages 239–240.
* International Air: Trafalgar guarantees to quote you the lowest possible airfare
available on the day that you book. Please note that airfares are not included in the
prices above. See page 245.
Visit www.trafalgar.com for availability and up-to-date itineraries and
Optional Experiences.
Taormina
KEY: A Insider Experience WR Welcome Reception FB Full Breakfast
BB Buffet Breakfast L Lunch D Dinner RM Regional Meal FD Farewell Dinner
BG Be My Guest Dining DW Dinner with Wine
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Best of Italy & Sicily
Traditional north to passionate south, this odyssey traces the length of Italy, exploring its cultural and geographical
diversity by land and sea.
It’s Insider moments like… the knowledge of your Local Expert casting light on the shadows of Agrigento, one of
the greatest ancient cities of the Mediterranean. Walking among the ruins, it’s hearing how a Greek settlement
on the coast of Sicily helped the tyrant Thero fight for control of the island. And it’s seeing the piety of ruthless
regimes as you wander between the cool pillars of the Temple of Concord, searching for marks of the enemy fire
that scarred its walls more than 2,400 years before.
It's iconic places
City Tours in Rome, Florence, Venice, Pompeii, Palermo and Agrigento
Assisi. Orientation of Sorrento. View the Roman Forum, Santa Croce
Basilica and the Duomo in Florence, the Byzantine St. Mark’s
Basilica, Palermo Cathedral and the fortress town of Enna.
Visit St. Peter’s Basilica, the amazing Vatican Museums, Sistine
Chapel, the Roman Colosseum, the Church of St. Apollinaris,
St. Francis Basilica, the excavations at Pompeii, the Norman
Cathedral at Monreale, the fishing village of Mondello, the Valley of
the Temples and an inlaid wood factory in Sorrento. Cruise by private
launch to St. Mark’s Square in Venice and to the Isle of Capri.
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Isle of Capri
It’s travel beyond the expected
Day 1 | *Depart Canada
Overnight flight to Rome.
Day 2 | Arrive Rome (2 Nights)
Welcome to Rome, the Eternal City! Spend the
day relaxing. Join your fellow travelers and Travel
Director this evening for a Welcome Reception.
Afterwards, enjoy an orientation drive through the
city to see St. Peter’s Basilica and other sights -
a perfect introduction to this beautiful city. (WR)
Hotel: Milton Roma
Day 3 | Rome Sightseeing and Free Time
Your included sightseeing tour with a A Local
Expert begins at the Vatican Museums. Experience
a A Unique Insight when you ascend the smooth
and step-less spiral staircase designed by famous
architect Donato Bramante. Admire Michelangelo’s
magnificent frescoed ceiling in the Sistine Chapel
and then visit St. Peter’s Basilica to see his
famous Pietà. Your tour continues in ancient Rome.
View the Forum and see Circus Maximus, where
chariot races were held. Visit the impressive
Colosseum. There’s time afterwards to explore the
city on your own, or simply relax and watch the
world go by! (BB)
Regional
Greek Theater, Taormina
Day 4 | Rome | Florence
This morning, travel to the Renaissance city of
Florence, with free time to take a leisurely stroll
through historic streets and soak up the unique
atmosphere! (BB) Hotel: Grand Mediterraneo
Day 5 | Florence Sightseeing | Venice
(2 Nights)
Experience the incredible sights of Florence on
your walking tour with a A Local Expert. See the
magnificent marble Duomo, Signoria Square and
Ponte Vecchio. Marvel at the panoramic views from
Piazzale Michelangelo. Later, drive to the floating
city of Venice. This evening, why not appreciate
this elegant city from the comfort of a gondola?
(BB RM) Hotel: Le Boulevard
Day 6 | Venice Sightseeing and Free Time
Your cruise by private launch to St. Mark’s Square
is spectacular! View the Bridge of Sighs and
the ornate Doge’s Palace. Watch the Venetian
craftsmen at work creating a A Local Specialty
at a glassblowing workshop on Giudecca island.
Spend free time shopping or relaxing. Consider
a boat trip to the colorful island of Burano for a
delicious seafood lunch. (BB)

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Day 7 | Venice | Assisi
Drive south from Venice along the Adriatic coast.
Later, in the spiritual city of Assisi on the slopes
of Mount Subasio, visit St. Francis’ Basilica on
your walking tour with a A Local Expert. (BB DW)
Hotel: Grand Roseo
Day 8 | Assisi | Pompeii | Naples | At Sea
The ancient city of Pompeii was buried beneath
volcanic ash when Mount Vesuvius erupted in
79 AD, and lay undiscovered for centuries. Your
A Local Expert gives a fascinating account of
the excavations during your walking tour. A short
journey brings you to Naples for your overnight
cruise to Palermo, Sicily’s capital. (BB)
Day 9 | At Sea | Palermo
Arrive this morning in the Sicilian capital, Palermo.
Meet your A Local Expert for a sightseeing tour
of the city which includes the honey colored
cathedral and Piazza Bellini. Travel to the town of
Monreale and visit the magnificent 12 th century
Norman Cathedral. Admire views of the Conca d’Oro
before continuing your journey to visit the beautiful
fishing village of Mondello. Return to Palermo this
afternoon. Hotel: Principe di Villafranca
Day 10 | Palermo | Agrigento
In Agrigento, your A Local Expert takes you
on a tour of the Valley of the Temples. This
UNESCO World Heritage site is home to five ancient
Greek temples dating from the 6 th century BC.
These are some of the grandest Grecian remains
outside Athens! Dine tonight at your hotel. (BB DW)
Hotel: Dioscuri Bay Palaca
Day 11 | Agrigento | Enna | Taormina (Giardini
Naxos) (2 Nights)
Travel through the vineyards of the southern hills
towards the seaside resort of Taormina, stopping
en route to enjoy views of the fortress town of
Enna. Arrive this afternoon in the resort town of
Taormina, your home for the next two nights. (BB)
Hotel: Caesar Palace
Day 12 | Taormina | Free Time
Spend the day relaxing in this fun Sicilian resort.
Perhaps swim and sunbathe or shop for handmade
lace on the Corso. Consider joining an optional
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Isle of Capri
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SLOVENIA
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BOSNIA &
HERZEGOVINA
excursion to Savoca, the village made famous by
‘The Godfather’, and the crater of Sicily’s active
volcano, Mount Etna, widely regarded as one of
the most impressive in the world. This evening, join
your companions for a very special A Be My Guest
dinner in a vineyard close to Mount Etna. (BB BG)
Day 13 | Taormina (Giardini Naxos) | Sorrento
(2 Nights)
Cross the Straits of Messina to mainland Italy
by ferry, driving north through rustic Calabria via
Salerno to your hotel in Sorrento. Tonight, relax at
your hotel and take in the scenery. Hotel: Johanna
Park
Day 14 | Isle of Capri Excursion
Visit an inlaid-wood workshop to see a A Local
Specialty demonstration of this local craft. Take a
short cruise to the charming Isle of Capri, and enjoy
an orientation walk of Capri town. Appreciate views
across the sea and Marina Piccola. Spend free time
afterwards exploring this charming island on your
own! Later in Sorrento – famous for the alcoholic
digestive Limoncello − visit Piazza Tasso, with its
many cafés, and shop in boutiques on the Corso
Italia. (BB DW)
Day 15 | Sorrento | Rome
Admire the spectacular coastline as you drive
north from Sorrento. Stop at Cassino to view
the Benedictine Abbey. Arrive later in Rome, and
spend the rest of the day shopping or seeing the
sights. Tonight, celebrate with your companions and
your Travel Director at a Farewell Dinner. (BB FD)
Hotel: Sheraton Golf Parco de Medici
Day 16 | Rome | Canada
Say ‘arrivederci Roma’ as you prepare for your journey
home with wonderful memories of your vacation.
Transfers are available. Conditions apply. (BB)
Best of Italy & Sicily
16 days – 2 Countries
Regional
From: C$4075 (per person twin share)
Includes: 14 nights’ accommodations (9 hotels
and overnight cruise). 14 hot buffet breakfasts.
7 dinners (including Welcome Reception, Be
My Guest, 4 three course dinners with wine
and Farewell Dinner). All land transport shown
(including overnight cruise, ferry and return
cruise). All transfers shown. All our featured
inclusions shown on page 3.
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TRIP NOTES
Cruise Connection: This trip starts or ends in a popular cruise port, so you can
combine a cruise with a more in-depth guided experience in Europe.
WiFi: See pages 242-243 for details.
Airport transfers: On arrival to Rome Fiumicino Airport transfers will operate at
9.30am, 12.30pm and 3.30pm. Guests arriving later should make their own way
to the hotel. Return transfers on the last travel day will arrive at Rome Fiumicino
Airport at 7am and 9.30am.
* International Air: Trafalgar guarantees to quote you the lowest possible airfare
available on the day that you book. Please note that airfares are not included in
the prices above. See page 245.
All prices are per person on a twin share basis.
For the best savings and to avoid disappointment book early.
For details on Trafalgar’s great savings see pages 244–245.
For extra nights’ accommodations see pages 239–240.
Visit www.trafalgar.com for availability and up-to-date itineraries and
Optional Experiences.
Palazzo Vecchio, Florence
KEY: A Insider Experience WR Welcome Reception FB Full Breakfast
BB Buffet Breakfast L Lunch D Dinner RM Regional Meal FD Farewell Dinner
BG Be My Guest Dining DW Dinner with Wine
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Real Britain
Cityscapes and scenic lakes, this lively round-trip goes from London to Bristol, Chester, Edinburgh and York for a
fast-paced taste of British culture and craftsmanship.
It’s Insider moments like… stepping onto the drive of a classic country house, in the England you always
imagined. It’s chatting with your hosts as they unveil the history and heritage of their family home, and invite
you to discover their little corner of tradition. It’s inhaling the lush perfume of an English country garden,
feeling the tickle of grass against your feet. And, of course, it’s sampling real home cooking with local produce,
as you experience British hospitality first-hand with the owners of this ‘country pile’.
It's iconic places
City tour in London and Edinburgh. Orientations of Bath, Chester,
Grasmere and York. Visit the ancient stone circle at Stonehenge,
the Roman Baths in Bath, Wedgewood Visitor Center, Gretna Green,
Edinburgh Castle, medieval Alnwick, and Shakespeare’s birthplace
in Stratford-upon-Avon. View Anne Hathaway’s thatched cottage,
the home to Harry Potter & Hogwarts’ Alnwick Castle and York
Minster. See the Lake District’s magnificent scenery.
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Roman Baths, Bath

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N. IRELAND
IRELAND
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Overnight flight to London.
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Sea
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SCOTLAND
EDINBURGH
Gretna Green
WALES
Day 2 | Arrive London (2 Nights)
Welcome to London. Relax or spend time exploring
this fascinating city. Hotel: Copthorne Tara
Day 3 | London Sightseeing and Free Time
See the famous sights including Big Ben, the
Houses of Parliament and Buckingham Palace with
your A Local Expert. The afternoon is yours to
continue exploring London on your own. (FB)
Day 4 | London | Stonehenge | Bath | Bristol
Visit the historic stone monoliths at Stonehenge
where pagans once worshiped before stopping
in the Georgian town of Bath. Visit the Roman
baths from which the city derives its name. Tonight,
enjoy a Welcome Reception with a traditional pub
meal. It’s the ideal opportunity to get to know
your Travel Director and fellow travelers. (FB WR)
Hotel: Radisson Blu Bristol
Day 5 | Bristol | Wedgwood | Chester
Visit the Wedgwood Visitor Center for a A Local
Specialty demonstration and learn about the
manufacture of porcelain in the region known
as the potteries. See the medieval city walls at
Chester and admire the Tudor architecture and the
galleried shops known as the Rows. In your free
time, explore the city and perhaps treat yourself to
a traditional English Cream Tea, or join an optional
experience through the spectacular Horseshoe
Pass to visit the Welsh town of Llangollen, home to
the famous music Eisteddfod. (FB) Hotel: Crowne
Plaza Chester
Day 6 | Chester | Grasmere | Gretna Green |
Edinburgh (2 Nights)
Admire the views throughout the scenic Lake District.
These scenes provided William Wordsworth with
the inspiration to write the poem ‘Daffodils’. Visit the
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BRISTOL 1
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town of Grasmere to see St. Oswald’s church where
the poet is buried. Stop at Gretna Green across the
Scottish border, a town popular with eloping couples.
Here the marriage ceremony was traditionally
performed across a blacksmith’s anvil. Then travel to
the historic capital, Edinburgh, your home for the next
two nights. (FB) Hotel: Apex European
Day 7 | Edinburgh Sightseeing and Free Time
This morning, discover the elegance of the city
with your A Local Expert on your included city
sightseeing tour. See the Royal Mile in the Old
Town. View the Palace of Holyroodhouse and
Arthur’s Seat. Your guided visit inside Edinburgh
Castle is informative and engaging. Spend free time
exploring on your own or join your Travel Director
on an optional experience to the Royal Yacht
Britannia. Tonight, why not attend a lively Scottish
banquet with traditional haggis and bagpipes? (FB)
Day 8 | Edinburgh | Alnwick | York
Visit the medieval market town of Alnwick. View
the castle, home to the Duke of Northumberland,
and recently featured as Hogwarts in a number
of Harry Potter films and also in the movie Robin
Hood Prince of Thieves. Cross the River Tyne
and continue to the Roman city of York. See York
Minster and walk along the famous Shambles.
Tonight enjoy a A Be My Guest Farewell Dinner at a
country home. Meet the family and learn the history
of the house before enjoying a hearty home cooked
meal. (FB BG) Hotel: Hotel 53
Day 9 | York | Stratford-upon-Avon | London
Visit Shakespeare’s birthplace and Visitor Center
in Stratford-upon-Avon and see Anne Hathaway’s
thatched cottage. Later, arrive back into London.
(FB) Hotel: Copthorne Tara
Day 10 | London | Canada
Say farewell to London today as you return home
with magical memories. (FB)
Real Britain
10 days – 2 Countries
Regional
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Guest). All land transport shown. All our
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l Edinburgh Tattoo 1-23 August 2014: We’ve included Tattoo tickets when you’re
in Edinburgh during these dates.
s Chester Horse Races 2014: On this date, your hotel may be in Manchester or
Liverpool - but sightseeing will still be as shown.
u Alternative hotels: Departures may be accommodated in alternative locations.
All sightseeing and inclusions will remain as described.
n Winter Departures (WIBT): Departures marked in the price panel are subject to
change in price, discount and hotel. Prices and discounts will be confirmed in
May 2014.
H Festive Celebrations: Christmas and New Year Celebrations have been arranged
for these departures. Join us in Europe to celebrate the Festive Season!
TRIP NOTES
WiFi: See pages 242-243 for details.
London Airport Shuttle: Service available to purchase, conditions apply.
See page 241 for details.
Unused London Accommodation: Prices are per person per night C$149
All prices are per person on a twin share basis.
For the best savings and to avoid disappointment book early.
For details on Trafalgar’s great savings see pages 244–245.
For extra nights’ accommodations see pages 239–240.
* International Air: Trafalgar guarantees to quote you the lowest possible airfare
available on the day that you book. Please note that airfares are not included in the
prices above. See page 245.
Visit www.trafalgar.com for availability and up-to-date itineraries and
Optional Experiences.
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Best of Devon & Cornwall
City to shore, the crafts and creativity of the west of England come in to focus as you journey through the ages,
via Plymouth, Bideford and Bristol.
It’s Insider moments like… tracing the steps of Mr Darcy in the village where Pride and Prejudice was filmed,
and seeing the spots that were captured in the Harry Potter movies – and imagining the magical tales spun
about this place which has been barely touched by time. It’s taking in the dramatic Cornish coastline where
smugglers used to thrive. And, after seeing local artists’ work on display at the Devon Guild of Craftsmen, it’s
crossing rugged Dartmoor and hearing legends on your way to the burial site of King Arthur.
It's iconic places
Orientations of Plymouth, Bristol, and Bath. Visit the ancient stone
circle at Stonehenge, Polperro, the ancient seaport of Bideford, the
gorgeous artists’ colony of St. Ives, Glastonbury Abbey ruins, the
Roman Baths in Bath, quaint Lacock village and royal Windsor.
View Tintagel Castle in Cornwall, the Mayflower Steps in Plymouth,
St. Michaels Mount, Cheddar Gorge and Windsor Castle.
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St. Ives, Cornwall
Lacock

Irish
Sea
It’s travel beyond the expected
Day 1 | *Depart Canada
Overnight flight to London.
Day 2 | Arrive London
Welcome to London! Your day is free to explore this
vibrant capital city. Hotel: Hilton Kensington
Day 3 | London | Stonehenge | Bideford
This morning, travel to rural Wiltshire and visit
the mystical ancient monoliths at Stonehenge
on Salisbury Plain before arriving at the historic
seaport of Bideford. This evening, get to know
your companions and Travel Director at Welcome
Reception including a light evening meal with drinks.
(FB WR) Hotel: Durrant House
Day 4 | Bideford | Tintagel | Polperro |
Plymouth (2 Nights)
Drive along the north Cornish coast to enjoy views
of the ruined Tintagel Castle which is steeped in
mystery and legend and said to be the birthplace
of King Arthur. Travel through Bodmin en route to
Polperro, a picturesque old fishing village with its
narrow streets and lanes and old cottages dotted
around the small harbor. This afternoon enjoy a
A Be My Guest Cornish Cream Tea on a local farm
with spectacular views over the nearby meadows.
Arrive later in Plymouth where tonight you have
free time to explore this maritime city. (FB BG)
Hotel: Jurys Inn Plymouth
Day 5 | Cornish Excursion
This morning, why not take an optional cruise
around famous Plymouth harbor before setting off
to explore Cornwall. The Cornish coast is famous
for smugglers’ coves and quaint villages on the way
to St. Ives, a popular resort with artists and tourists.
Enjoy views of St. Michaels Mount near Penzance.
Cross Bodmin Moor, dominated by dramatic granite
tors on your way back to Plymouth. Tonight, why
not join an optional experience dinner at a nearby
traditional pub. (FB)
WALES ENGLAND
BRISTOL
2 Lacock Windsor 1 1
Cheddar Gorge
Glastonbury
Bath
LONDON
BIDEFORD 1
Exmoor
Stonehenge
Tintagel
Dartmoor
National Park
Bovey Tracey
St. Ives
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Mount
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Day 6 | Plymouth | Glastonbury | Cheddar
Gorge | Bristol (2 Nights)
This morning gain an A Unique Insight into
contemporary and traditional handicrafts at The
Devon Guild of Craftsmen in Bovey Tracey. Visit the
ruins of Glastonbury Abbey and see the legendary
burial site of King Arthur. Travel through the
spectacular limestone landscape of Cheddar Gorge
en route to Bristol. Your orientation includes views of
the Clifton Suspension Bridge and Brunel’s SS Great
Britain, the world’s first ocean-going, propeller driven,
iron ship. (FB) Hotel: Radisson Blu Bristol
Day 7 | Bath Excursion
A short drive will bring you to the Georgian town of
Bath. See the beautiful Pulteney Bridge spanning
the River Avon and view the impressive Abbey,
founded in 1499. Visit the Roman Baths, from which
the city takes its name, and see the hot thermal
pool of the ‘Great Bath’. Enjoy free time to explore
the city at your own pace. Why not stroll around
the impressive Royal Crescent, a masterpiece
of Georgian architecture, or visit the Jane Austin
museum. Later, arrive back in Bristol where you have
free time to explore the historic city. This evening
join your companions for a Farewell Dinner. (FB FD)
Day 8 | Bristol | Lacock | Windsor | London
Drive to the picturesque town of Lacock, with its
honey colored stone cottages and 15 th century
inns. The village has also been used as the
movie location for Pride Prejudice and Harry Potter
amongst others. Stop in Royal Windsor with time to
explore the quaint town before returning to London.
(FB) Hotel: Hilton Kensington
Day 9 | London | Canada
Time to say farewell to newfound friends before
your return flight home. (FB)
Best of Devon & Cornwall
9 days – 1 Country
Regional
From: C$1665 (per person twin share)
Includes: 7 nights’ accommodations (4 hotels).
7 full breakfasts. Be My Guest cream tea. 2
dinners (including Welcome Reception and
Farewell Dinner). All land transport shown.
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TRIP NOTES
WiFi: See pages 242-243 for details.
London Airport Shuttle: Service available to purchase, conditions apply.
See page 241 for details.
Unused London Accommodation: Prices are per person per night C$145
All prices are per person on a twin share basis.
For the best savings and to avoid disappointment book early.
For details on Trafalgar’s great savings see pages 244–245.
For extra nights’ accommodations see pages 239–240.
* International Air: Trafalgar guarantees to quote you the lowest possible airfare
available on the day that you book. Please note that airfares are not included in the
prices above. See page 245.
Visit www.trafalgar.com for availability and up-to-date itineraries and
Optional Experiences.
KEY: A Insider Experience WR Welcome Reception FB Full Breakfast
BB Buffet Breakfast L Lunch D Dinner RM Regional Meal FD Farewell Dinner
BG Be My Guest Dining DW Dinner with Wine
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Scenic England
Romans. Pagans. Twentieth Century pop icons. The cultural development of a nation is explored on this English
experience, taking in London, Bath, Chester and Liverpool.
It’s Insider moments like… the calls of Chester’s Town Crier echoing in the streets, as he shares the history of an
age-old tradition. Showing you how to deliver a ‘proclamation’, he reconstructs the 15th century around you,
with stories of a Crier’s life in historic Britain. Traveling back in time, stories of Tudors give way to those of
foreign conquerors – revealing how the Romans changed Britain as you visit the ruins they left behind. You
could even take a walk of the ancient city walls to see where history left its mark.
It's iconic places
City tour of London. Orientations of Plymouth, Bath, Chester,
Liverpool, York and Cambridge. Visit the ancient stone circle
at Stonehenge, picturesque Polperro, the ancient seaport of
Bideford, Glastonbury Abbey ruins, the Roman Baths in Bath,
Shakespeare’s birthplace in Stratford-upon-Avon and the
market town of Skipton. View Tintagel Castle in Cornwall, Anne
Hathaway’s thatched cottage, York Minster and Kings College
Cambridge. See the Mayflower Steps where the Pilgrim Fathers
set sail, and the Lake District’s scenery.
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Shakespeare's Birthplace, Stratford-Upon-Avon
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Tintagel
Polperro

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Overnight flight to London.
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Day 2 | Arrive London
Welcome to London! Spend time relaxing after
check-in or take a leisurely stroll and get a feel for
this vibrant, fascinating city! Hotel: Hilton Kensington
Day 3 | London | Stonehenge | Plymouth
Visit the ancient, mysterious Stonehenge, site of
prehistoric pagan worship. Enjoy a scenic drive
through the English countryside en route to
Plymouth where you enjoy a traditional Welcome
Pub Reception where you enjoy a typical pub meal
and drink with time to socialise with your fellow
travelers and Travel Director. (FB WR) Hotel: Jurys
Inn Plymouth
Day 4 | Plymouth | Polperro | Tintagel | Bideford
Enjoy an orientation of Plymouth to see the Hoe
and Mayflower Steps where the Pilgrim Fathers
set sail. Why not take an optional cruise around
famous Plymouth harbor before arriving in Polperro,
a picturesque fishing village with its old cottages and
narrow streets. Enjoy views of the ruined Tintagel
Castle which is steeped in mystery and legend and
said to be the birthplace of King Arthur. This evening
arrive in the ancient seaport of Bideford. Dine tonight
at your hotel. (FB D) Hotel: Durrant House
Day 5 | Bideford | Glastonbury | Bath | Stratfordupon-Avon
Discover the ruins at Glastonbury on an included
visit, once the grandest and richest Abbey in England
and said to be the burial place of King Arthur. Visit
the world famous Roman Baths, a magnificent temple
built around Britain’s only hot springs. After a scenic
drive through the Cotswold countryside, enjoy an
included visit to Shakespeare’s Birthplace and Visitor
Center and see Anne Hathaway’s cottage. (FB)
Hotel: The Falcon
Day 6 | Stratford-upon-Avon | Chester |
Liverpool
See the ancient city walls, famous Tudor ‘Rows’
and fascinating Roman ruins in Chester on your
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Skipton
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Cambridge
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orientation walk of the town. Enjoy a A Unique
Insight into the life of the local Town Crier – an
esteemed position which dates back to medieval
times. Later arrive in the exciting and friendly city of
Liverpool. (FB) Hotel: Jurys Inn Liverpool
Day 7 | Liverpool | Yorkshire Dales | York |
Brontë Country
A scenic drive through Lancashire brings you to
Skipton on the edge of the picturesque Yorkshire
Dales. Skipton is a quaint market town which
straddles the Leeds – Liverpool Canal which was
built to transport goods between these cities
during the Industrial Revolution. For lunch enjoy a
A Be My Guest experience at a Country House in the
Yorkshire countryside. Later arrive in York and see
the famous Minster and walk along the ‘Shambles’.
This evening you can relax at your splendid
country hotel. (FB BG) Hotel: Marriott Hollins Hall
A Authentic Accommodation
Day 8 | Brontë Country | Cambridge | London
(2 Nights)
See the magnificent architecture of King’s College
Chapel in the prestigious university city of Cambridge.
Enjoy free time for lunch and a walk to the River Cam
to see the famous Cambridge ‘backs’. Arrive in London
in the early evening. (FB) Hotel: Hilton Kensington
Day 9 | London Sightseeing and Free Time
See the famous sights of London including
Buckingham Palce and Big Ben during your included
half day sightseeing tour with a A Local Expert.
Afterwards there will be free time for shopping or
exploring on your own. (FB)
Day 10 | London | Canada
Say goodbye to your companions as you leave
London and return home with many special
memories of your vacation. (FB)
Scenic England
10 days – 1 Country
Regional
From: C$2025 (per person twin share)
Includes: 8 nights’ accommodations (Authentic
Accommodations and 5 hotels). 8 full breakfasts.
Be My Guest lunch. 2 Dinners (including
Welcome Reception and three course dinner).
All land transport shown. All our featured
inclusions shown on page 3.
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s Alternative hotels: Departures may be accommodated in alternative locations.
All sightseeing and inclusions will remain as described.
TRIP NOTES
WiFi: See pages 242-243 for details.
London Airport Shuttle: Service available to purchase, conditions apply.
See page 241 for details.
Unused London Accommodation: Prices are per person per night C$145
All prices are per person on a twin share basis.
For the best savings and to avoid disappointment book early.
For details on Trafalgar’s great savings see pages 244–245.
For extra nights’ accommodations see pages 239–240.
* International Air: Trafalgar guarantees to quote you the lowest possible airfare
available on the day that you book. Please note that airfares are not included in the
prices above. See page 245.
Visit www.trafalgar.com for availability and up-to-date itineraries and
Optional Experiences.
Authentic Accommodation
Marriott Hollins Hall, Shipley, England
200 acres hold the truly traditional Marriott Hollins Hall in Shipley,
a typically English ‘country pile’ built in 1878. Although this
A Authentic Accommodation, featured on some of our trips, didn’t have
its pool back then.
KEY: A Insider Experience WR Welcome Reception FB Full Breakfast
BB Buffet Breakfast L Lunch D Dinner RM Regional Meal FD Farewell Dinner
BG Be My Guest Dining DW Dinner with Wine
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Amazing Britain
Sprawling cities and beautiful scenery – these are countries of contrasts. Lochs, lakes and bustling streets come
under the spotlight in this comprehensive look at England and Scotland.
It’s Insider moments like… the whistle and roar of the industrial revolution, evoked by the steam and clank of
Quarry Bank cotton mill. The rush of Europe’s most powerful waterwheel the soundtrack, as your National
Trust guide explains how channelling the power of the Bollin River changed the face and fortune of Britain.
Water is a prominent feature of this land – you’ll see the River Avon in Shakespeare country, the spectacular
Forth Bridge, the bonny banks of Loch Lomond, and Lake Windermere – the largest natural lake in England.
It's iconic places
City tour in Edinburgh. Orientations of York, Glasgow, Grasmere
and Bath. Visit Shakespeare’s birthplace in Stratford-upon-Avon,
Edinburgh Castle, Whisky Distillery, Quarry Bank Mill, the
Roman Baths in Bath and the ancient stone circle at Stonehenge.
View Anne Hathaway’s thatched cottage, York Minster and
Hadrians’ Wall. See the 18th hole on the Old Course at
St Andrews, Blair Castle, the Lake District’s and Cardiff Castle.
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Firth of Forth Bridge, Edinburgh
Lake District
It’s travel beyond
the expected
Regional
Jedburgh Abbey, Jedburgh
Day 1 | *Depart Canada
Overnight flight to London.
Day 2 | Arrive London
Welcome to London! After check-in, relax or
spend time exploring this wonderful city.
Hotel: Hilton Kensington
Day 3 | London | Stratford-upon-Avon | York
This morning, travel to Stratford-upon-Avon to
view Anne Hathaway’s thatched cottage and visit
Shakespeare’s Birthplace and Visitor Center. In
your free time explore the charming cobbled
streets of the town or walk along the banks of
the River Avon. In York, view the ancient city walls,
picturesque Shambles, and the magnificent Minster
during your orientation walk through the Roman
town. This evening, get to know your companions

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and Travel Director at a Welcome Pub Reception,
which includes a typical British pub meal and drink.
(FB WR) Hotel: Hotel 53
Day 4 | York | Durham | Edinburgh (2 Nights)
Set around the picturesque River Wear, Durham
enjoys a long and varied history. View the 11 th
century Norman cathedral, the castle overlooking
Palace Green, and a host of other fine period
buildings. Photograph Hadrian’s Wall before a
scenic drive through Northumberland National Park.
Admire spectacular views of the Cheviot Hills as you
cross the Scottish border. Stop to admire the ruins
of Jedburgh Abbey before arriving in Edinburgh,
Scotland’s bustling capital. (FB) Hotel: Jurys Inn
Day 5 | Edinburgh Sightseeing and Free Time
Set in rugged landscape and containing a vast
array of medieval and Georgian architecture,
Edinburgh is a fascinating city. This morning your
A Local Expert takes you on a sightseeing tour
which includes the Royal Mile, views of the Palace
of Holyroodhouse, Arthur’s Seat, Princes Street,
the Scottish Parliament plus an included visit to
Edinburgh Castle. This afternoon enjoy free time to
explore the city at your own pace or join your Travel
Director on an optional experience to Rosslyn
Chapel, famous for its association with the Knights
Templar. During the Edinburgh Festival, your visit
includes tickets to the spectacular Edinburgh Tattoo
on the castle grounds. (FB)
Day 6 | Edinburgh | St. Andrews | Pitlochry |
Scottish Highlands
Cross the spectacular Forth Bridge to the ancient
Kingdom of Fife and onto the famous golf course
at St. Andrews. Stop to take photographs at the
18 th hole! Drive over the River Tay into the Scottish
Highlands. Enjoy an included A Local Specialty at
a whisky distillery to sample a ‘wee dram’. Arrive
at Pitlochry, a charming village on the edge of
the Cairngorms National Park. A picturesque drive
brings you to your hotel. Dine tonight in your hotel.
(FB D) Hotel: Macdonalds Four Seasons
Day 7 | Scottish Highlands | Spean Bridge |
Glencoe | Loch Lomond | Glasgow
View the Commando Memorial at Spean Bridge
and see views of Britain’s highest mountain –
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Grasmere
WALES
Cardi
Pitlochry
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St. Andrews
EDINBURGH
Lake
District
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Hadrian’s Wall
Durham
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Bank Mill
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Ben Nevis. Drive to Glencoe, the site of a bloody
and cruel massacre in 1692. Traveling south through
picturesque landscapes to Scotland’s prettiest
loch, Loch Lomond. Later you arrive in Glasgow
where your orientation includes George Square
and St. Mungo’s Cathedral. (FB) Hotel: Radisson
Blu/Marks Hotel
Day 8 | Glasgow | Grasmere | Quarry Bank Mill |
Manchester
Return to England and visit the Lake District
where the great poet William Wordsworth once
lived. Visit Grasmere where he wrote his most
famous poem ‘Daffodils’ and see his final resting
place in the churchyard of St. Oswald’s Church.
View Lake Windermere, the largest natural lake in
England. This afternoon gain a A Unique Insight
into the life of communities during the Industrial
Revolution. Manchester and the surrounding region
was heavily involved in the textile industry and a
visit to Quarry Bank Mill, a National Trust property,
shows how the local towns were established
during this important period in British history. (FB)
Hotel: Park Inn Manchester Victoria
Day 9 | Manchester | Cardiff | Bristol
This morning travel south and see the Malvern
Hills as you enter Wales. Enjoy a A Be My Guest
Farewell Lunch on a working farm where you
can explore the gardens, see the animals and
enjoy traditional Welsh hospitality. Later, drive
through the capital city, Cardiff. See the castle
and the Millennium stadium before crossing the
Severn Estuary and arriving in Bristol. (FB BG)
Hotel: Mercure Holland House
Day 10 | Bristol | Bath | Stonehenge | London
Visit the ancient city of Bath. See the splendid
Georgian architecture and enjoy an included visit
to the Roman Baths. Visit the mysterious prehistoric
monoliths at Stonehenge. A scenic drive through
Wiltshire and Hampshire brings you back to London.
(FB) Hotel: Hilton Kensington
Day 11 | London | Canada
Say farewell to your traveling companions as
you prepare to return home after a memorable
vacation. (FB)
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Amazing Britain
11 days – 3 Countries
Regional
From: C$1899 (per person twin share)
Includes: 9 nights’ accommodations (7 hotels).
9 full breakfast. Be My Guest Farewell Lunch.
2 dinners (including Welcome Reception and three
course dinner). All land transport shown. All our
featured inclusions shown on page 3.
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l Edinburgh Tattoo 1-23 August 2014: We’ve included Tattoo tickets when you’re
in Edinburgh during these dates.
s Alternative hotels: Departures may be accommodated in alternative locations.
All sightseeing and inclusions will remain as described.
TRIP NOTES
WiFi: See pages 242-243 for details.
London Airport Shuttle: Service available to purchase, conditions apply.
See page 241 for details.
Unused London Accommodations: Prices are per person per night $145
Treadright: See page 27 for details.
All prices are per person on a twin share basis.
For the best savings and to avoid disappointment book early.
For details on Trafalgar’s great savings see pages 244–245.
For extra nights’ accommodations see pages 239–240.
* International Air: Trafalgar guarantees to quote you the lowest possible airfare
available on the day that you book. Please note that airfares are not included in the
prices above. See page 245.
Visit www.trafalgar.com for availability and up-to-date itineraries and
Optional Experiences.
KEY: A Insider Experience WR Welcome Reception FB Full Breakfast
BB Buffet Breakfast L Lunch D Dinner RM Regional Meal FD Farewell Dinner
BG Be My Guest Dining DW Dinner with Wine
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English Country Gardens
From the Bluebell steam train and seaside tastes of Brighton to the poetic gardens of Sissinghurst and traditional
cream teas, discover the flowers and feasts of south-east England.
It’s Insider moments like… walking in the shadow of Henry VIII at Hampton Court, your Local Expert
recounting near-forgotten recipes from the Royal Tudor kitchen. Getting inspired by the green fingers of mastergardener
Capability Brown, as you breathe in the scent of Sheffield Park gardens. The tang of salt spray in the
breeze, as your National Trust expert helps you find the flowers unique to the White Cliffs of Dover. And tasting
wine at Kent’s oldest vineyard, discovering a cool climate doesn’t prevent it making a good tipple.
It's iconic places
City tour in London. Orientation of Brighton. Visit Hampton Court
Palace, RHS Wisley Gardens, Kew Gardens, Capability Brown’s
Sheffield Park and Gardens, the National Trust White Cliffs of
Dover conservation project, Canterbury Cathedral, Vita Sackville-
West’s Sissinghurst Gardens, Hever Castle, Winston Churchills’
Chartwell and tasting the wine at Kent’s oldest commercial
vineyard – Biddenden Vineyards.
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Kew Gardens, London
It’s travel beyond the expected
Day 1 | *Depart Canada
Overnight flight to London.
Day 2 | Arrive London (3 Nights)
After checking in at your hotel, why not explore the
city of London? Whether you stroll through one of
the Royal Parks, shop in the vibrant West End or
visit one of the world famous historical attractions,
London has plenty to keep you entertained.
Later, meet with your Travel Director and fellow
companions for a traditional English pub Welcome
Reception. (WR) Hotel: Cumberland
Day 3 | London Sightseeing and Excursion to
Hampton Court Palace
See Big Ben, the Houses of Parliament, Westminster
Abbey and Buckingham Palace on your half day
introductory sightseeing tour with your A Local
Expert. This afternoon visit Hampton Court Palace,
the most modern, sophisticated and magnificent
palace of its age. See the vast Tudor kitchens,
and the tapestries in the Great Hall with a A Local
Expert. Lose yourself in the most famous Maze and
visit the Privy Garden. Tonight, consider joining your
Travel Director for dinner at a lively restaurant or
perhaps take in a West End show. (FB)
Day 4 | London | Excursion to Wisley Gardens
This morning travel to the pleasant gardens of
Wisley. Renowned as the flagship garden of the
Special Interest
Hever Castle, Edenbridge
Royal Horticultural Society, Wisley captures the
imagination with richly planted borders, luscious rose
gardens and the state-of-the-art glasshouse. Here
you will enjoy a Small Group Sightseeing experience
around parts of the garden. You will then have free
time to have lunch in one of the restaurants in the
grounds. Later, return to London when you will have
the option to sightsee further or take an optional
experience on the London Eye with a cruise on the
Thames before returning to your hotel. (FB)
Day 5 | London | Kew Gardens | Sheffield
Park and Gardens | Bluebell Railway | Sussex
Coastline (2 Nights)
Enjoy an included visit to Kew Gardens. This
botanical garden is known as the world’s most
famous – a UNESCO World Heritage Site comprising
centuries of royal history. Explore inside the vast
Victorian glasshouses and see the indoor galleries.
Here you will take an included 40 minute bus
tour around part of the garden. You will then have
free time to lunch in one of the restaurants in
the grounds. Later travel south and visit Sheffield
Park and Gardens. The National Trust acquired
this property in 1954 and the garden is comprised
of four large lakes and a variety of rare trees
and shrubs. The magnificent landscaping of the
garden was laid out in the 18 th century by Capability
Brown. From Sheffield Park enjoy a ride on one of
England’s most famous steam trains – the Bluebell

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Sheeld Park
Railway. (FB D) Hotel: The Grand Hotel Eastbourne/
Hilton Avisford Park/The Thistle Brighton
Day 6 | Sussex Coastline | Excursion to
Brighton
After a leisurely start, enjoy a drive along the coast
to Brighton. Thanks to the Prince Regent, the town
has always enjoyed a reputation for elegance,
fun and architecture. You may decide to visit the
impressive Brighton Pavilion or shop for interesting
items in The Lanes. “The Lanes” form a retail,
leisure and residential area near the seafront,
characterized by narrow alleyways following the
street pattern of the original fishing village. Perhaps
enjoy fish and chips for lunch before returning to
your hotel. This evening is free to dine at one of the
local restaurants. (FB)
Day 7 | Sussex Coastline | Dover | Canterbury |
Mount Ephraim Country House | Royal Tunbridge
Wells (2 Nights)
Travel to Dover for a A Unique Insight into the
White Cliffs of Dover. A member of the National
Trust will provide a talk on the significance of
the cliffs and the conservation thereof. Later visit
Canterbury which is a historic English cathedral city.
Parts of the city have been designated a UNESCO
World Heritage Site. Thomas Becket’s murder at
Canterbury Cathedral in 1170 led to the cathedral
becoming a place of pilgrimage for Christians
worldwide and this pilgrimage later provided the
theme for Geoffrey Chaucer’s 14 th -century literary
classic The Canterbury Tales. You will have free
time to explore the city before enjoying a delicious
A Be My Guest Cream Tea at Mount Ephraim
Country House later this afternoon. Then it is on to
Royal Tunbridge Wells for a two night stay. Dinner
will be served at your hotel this evening. (FB BG D)
Hotel: Mercure Tunbridge Wells
Day 8 | Royal Tunbridge Wells | Excursion to
Sissinghurst Gardens and Biddenden Vineyards
Visit the beautiful gardens at Sissinghurst. This
garden was created in the 1930s by Vita Sackville-
West, poet and gardening writer, and her husband
Harold Nicolson, author and diplomat. Sissinghurst’s
garden is one of the best-loved in the whole of the
United Kingdom, drawing visitors from all over the
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Biddenden
Vineyards
Mount Ephraim
Country House
Sissinghurst Gardens
English Channel
Canterbury
White Clis
of Dover
Dover
world. The garden itself is designed as a series
of “rooms”, each with a different character of color
and/or theme, divided by high clipped hedges and
pink brick walls. This afternoon travel to Biddenden
Vineyard - Kent’s oldest commercial vineyard, enjoy
a A Local Specialty. Established by the Barnes
family in 1969 to produce wines and ciders, this
vineyard is set in 22 acres on a gentle south facing
slope in a shallow sheltered valley. Traditional
Kentish ciders have also been made here for
over 20 years together with farm pressed apple
juices. The visit includes a vineyard walk, winery
talk and tasting including a complimentary glass of
wine. Later return to your hotel in Royal Tunbridge
Wells. (FB)
Day 9 | Royal Tunbridge Wells | Hever Castle |
Chartwell | London
Enjoy a visit to Hever Castle for a Small Group
Sightseeing experience with the gardeners to
see these award-winning formal gardens. Each
garden has its own style and character, from the
giant topiary chess set and herb collection of the
Tudor Garden to the magnificent Pompeiian Wall
and collection of classical statuary in the Italian
Garden. The celebrated Rose Garden contains
over 4,000 roses within its walls, and there’s an
impressive herbaceous border stretching over 100
meters. You will also have an included ticket to
see inside the castle itself at your own pace. The
oldest part of the castle dates to 1270 and it has
become well known as the childhood home of
its most famous inhabitant, Anne Boleyn – wife
of Henry VIII. Later travel a short distance to visit
Chartwell. This is where Sir Winston Churchill lived
with his wife until his death in 1965. Now owned by
the National Trust, the house and gardens have
been beautifully preserved. Return to London this
evening where you will enjoy a Farewell Dinner.
(FB FD) Hotel: Cumberland
Day 10 | London | Canada
Say goodbye to your fellow travelers at the end of
this wonderful English Country Gardens experience.
Airport transfers are available. Conditions apply. (FB)
English Country Gardens
10 days – 1 Country
Special Interest
From: C$2799 (per person twin share)
Includes: 8 nights’ accommodations (4 hotels).
8 full breakfasts. Be My Guest Cream Tea.
4 dinners (including Welcome Reception,
2 three course dinners and Farewell Dinner).
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inclusions shown on page 3.
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s Chelsea Flower Show: We’ve included Chelsea Flower Show tickets when you’re
in London during these departures, to replace the excursion to Wisley Gardens.
TRIP NOTES
WiFi: See pages 242-243 for details.
Treadright: See page 27 for details.
London Airport Shuttle: Service available to purchase, conditions apply.
See page 241 for details.
All prices are per person on a twin share basis.
For the best savings and to avoid disappointment book early.
For details on Trafalgar’s great savings see pages 244–245.
For extra nights’ accommodations see pages 239–240.
* International Air: Trafalgar guarantees to quote you the lowest possible airfare
available on the day that you book. Please note that airfares are not included in the
prices above. See page 245.
Visit www.trafalgar.com for availability and up-to-date itineraries and
Optional Experiences.
White Cliffs, Dover
Sissinghurst Gardens, Sissinghurst
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BG Be My Guest Dining DW Dinner with Wine
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Castles & Kilts
Castles, crown jewels and Harry Potter – this classic family experience introduces the history, mystery and magic
of England, Wales and Scotland.
It’s Insider moments like… stepping inside Harry Potter’s red telephone box, butterflies fluttering in your tummy
as you imagine the descent into the Ministry of Magic. It’s discovering Platform 9 ¾ in search for the Hogwart’s
Express with your Local Expert. It’s waking up as a guest in Ruthin Castle, just as kings and queens have done
for hundreds of years. And it’s the tingling of goose bumps on your skin as you listen to the tales of bravery and
treason at Edinburgh Castle, home of royalty, rebellion and the Stone of Destiny.
It's iconic places
City tours of London and Edinburgh. Orientation of Bristol and
Liverpool. Visit The Tower of London, one of the famous Oxford
University halls, picturesque Lacock village, the Roman Baths of Bath,
Crosby Beach to see Another Place, Tatton Park to meet the Butler
and Housekeeper, the Lake District, Hadrian’s Wall, the Roman Army
Museum and Roman Vindolanda, and Edinburgh Castle.
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Tatton Park, Cheshire
Family Experiences
It’s travel beyond
the expected
Tower of London, London
Day 1 | *Depart Canada
Overnight flight to London.
Day 2 | Arrive in London (3 Nights)
Welcome to London – one of the most exciting
capital cities in the world! After check-in, the rest
of the day is free for you to explore. This evening,
meet with your fellow travelers and Travel Director
at the hotel. Tonight we will take you out for a fun
evening at a popular London restaurant for your
Kick-Off Party. Your Travel Director will explain
all the cool things you can do in London. (KP)
Hotel: Holiday Inn Kings Cross Bloomsbury
Day 3 | London Sightseeing
Your A Local Expert shows you the city’s sights,
including Buckingham Palace, the Houses of
Parliament, Big Ben and Westminster Abbey. See the
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and Mr. Weasley descend into the secret Ministry
of Magic in the ‘Order of the Phoenix’. Admire the
magical platform 9 ¾ sign where Harry catches
the Hogwarts Express! Watch the Changing of the
Guard at Buckingham Palace (subject to event taking
place). After free time for lunch at St Katherine’s
Dock near Tower Bridge, visit the Tower of London
to see the Crown Jewels. This evening you might like
to attend a medieval banquet with King Henry VIII
and his court of knights, musicians and singers! (FB)
Day 4 | London | Free Day
Today you are free to explore the city on your
own. Perhaps visit Tate Modern or the scary
London Dungeon. Shop for fashions in the West
End, pop into the most famous toy store in the
world – Hamleys on Regent Street – or take a day
trip to Windsor Castle. Afterwards you might like to
take an optional experience to the London Eye for
amazing views across this wonderful city or take a
cruise along the Thames. The options are endless
and your Travel Director will be happy to help. (FB)
Day 5 | London | Oxford | Lacock | Bristol
Travel west to Oxford for an orientation of this
famous university city. Kings, Queens, Presidents
and Prime Ministers have all studied here, and you
may even have the chance to look inside one of
the historic halls (if students are not sitting exams).
Later travel to picturesque Lacock in rural Wiltshire
– one of England’s most beautiful villages. See
Harry Potter’s house and other historic buildings
used as locations in recent movies. Perhaps take
time to enjoy a traditional afternoon tea and cake in
one of the local tea rooms before arriving in Bristol
for a relaxing overnight stay. (FB) Hotel: Radisson
Blu Bristol
Day 6 | Bristol | Bath | Ruthin Castle (2 Nights)
Your orientation of Bath includes the Pulteney
Bridge and famous Georgian architecture. Visit the
Roman Baths and Pump Room and see Bath Abbey,
founded in 1499. Arrive later in Wales at a fantastic
medieval-style castle which is your home for the
next two nights! (FB) Hotel: Ruthin Castle
Day 7 | Excursion to Liverpool
Spend the day exploring Liverpool. There are many
things to see and do, including the free World
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Oxford
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Museum and the Merseyside Maritime Museum
featuring a gallery devoted to the story of the
Titanic. Fans of the Fab Four might like to join
a ‘Beatles Tour’! At Crosby Beach see Antony
Gormley’s ‘Another Place’ before returning to your
castle for free time in the afternoon. Tonight, join
your companions for a medieval feast! (FB RM)
Day 8 | Ruthin Castle | Tatton Park | Lancaster
Visit Tatton Park for a A Unique Insight, into an
elegant mansion house set in 1,000 acre deer park,
where the butler and housekeeper take you on
a guided tour. Continue north to the Lake District
and see some of the most beautiful countryside
in the world. Perhaps take a ride in a steam
train or cruise across Lake Windermere before
reaching your hotel, where you dine tonight. (FB D)
Hotel: Lancaster House
Day 9 | Lancaster | Hadrian’s Wall | Edinburgh
(2 Nights)
Visit the Roman Army Museum and Roman
Vindolanda for an insight into life as a Roman
soldier and see excavations on the site. Visit
Hadrian’s Wall, built by order of the Emperor Hadrian
in AD122, the most important Roman monument in
Britain. Later in Edinburgh – Scotland’s capital –
your Travel Director will propose a fun night out!
(FB) Hotel: Marriott Edinburgh
Day 10 | Edinburgh Sightseeing
Experience the beautiful sights of Edinburgh during
your sightseeing tour with a A Local Expert,
including the Castle, Royal Mile and the famous
Scott Monument. See the Scottish Crown Jewels
during your visit to Edinburgh Castle and hear
tales of bravery, treason and intrigue. Spend the
afternoon exploring on your own or join your Travel
Director for an excursion to Leith to see the Royal
Yacht Britannia. Celebrate the end of your journey
this evening with your fellow travelers and Travel
Director at a special Farewell Dinner. (FB FD)
Day 11 | Edinburgh | Canada
Say goodbye to your companions at the end of
an amazing vacation. Transfers are available to
Edinburgh Airport. Conditions apply. (FB)
Castles & Kilts
11 days – 3 Countries
Family Experiences
From: C$2650 (per person twin share)
Includes: 9 nights’ accommodations (5 hotels)
9 full breakfasts. 4 dinners (including Kick
off Party, Regional Meal, three course dinner
and Farewell Dinner). All land transport shown.
All transfers shown. All our featured inclusions
shown on page 3.
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l Edinburgh Tattoo 1-23 August 2014: We’ve included Tattoo tickets when you’re
in Edinburgh during these dates.
s Alternative hotels: Departures may be accommodated in alternative locations.
All sightseeing and inclusions will remain as described.
TRIP NOTES
WiFi: See pages 242-243 for details.
London Airport Shuttle: Service available to purchase, conditions apply.
See page 241 for details.
Airport transfers: Transfers on the last travel day will arrive at Edinburgh Airport at
7.00am and 9.00am.
Please note: Guaranteed Room Share is not available on this trip. Single rooms are
not available unless traveling as part of a family group.
All prices are per person on a twin share basis.
For the best savings and to avoid disappointment book early.
For details on Trafalgar’s great savings see pages 244–245.
For extra nights’ accommodations see pages 239–240.
* International Air: Trafalgar guarantees to quote you the lowest possible airfare
available on the day that you book. Please note that airfares are not included in the
prices above. See page 245.
Visit www.trafalgar.com for availability and up-to-date itineraries and
Optional Experiences.
Ruthin Castle, Ruthin
KEY: A Insider Experience KP Kick-Off Party FB Full Breakfast
BB Buffet Breakfast L Lunch D Dinner RM Regional Meal FD Farewell Dinner
BG Be My Guest Dining DW Dinner with Wine
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Best of Britain
This British experience unveils the pomp, ceremony and unique soundtracks of England, Wales and Scotland
through its cultural traditions and tastes.
It’s Insider moments like… traveling down Penny Lane to the sound of the song as Phil, bonafide friend of The
Beatles, shares stories of the band in his Liverpudlian lilt. It’s experiencing the silence of Tintern Abbey and
the Isle of Skye. And it’s hearing the West Country voices of the Dyer family, who welcome you to Blackmore
Farm – Ann treats you to a feast in the Great Hall of the 15th century manor house, with local cider and often
the dairy farm’s own scrumptious ice cream.
It's iconic places
City tour in London, Liverpool and Edinburgh. Orientations of Bath,
Plymouth, Cardiff, Chester, Glasgow and York. Visit the ancient
stone circle at Stonehenge, picturesque Polperro, Glastonbury
Abbey, the Roman Baths in Bath, the town of Ludlow, the Clan
Donald Center, medieval Alnwick, and Shakespeare’s birthplace
in Stratford-upon-Avon. View Tintern Abbey in the Wye Valley,
Anne Hathaway’s thatched cottage, Alnwick Castle the home
to Harry Potter & Hogwarts and York Minster. See Dartmoor, the
Lake District, Ben Nevis and Glencoe in the Scottish Highlands,
the Isle of Skye and the 18th hole at St Andrews.
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It’s travel beyond the expected
Day 1 | *Depart Canada
Overnight flight to London.
Day 2 | Arrive London (2 Nights)
Welcome to Britain! After check-in, spend time
simply relaxing or take a leisurely stroll through
the bustling streets of London. Hotel: Park
Plaza Riverbank
Day 3 | London Sightseeing and Free Time
This morning a A Local Expert will take you
on a sightseeing tour of London. See Big Ben,
Westminster Abbey and the Houses of Parliament.
You are free later to explore and shop on your own
in the center of London. (FB)
Day 4 | London | Stonehenge | Bath | Exeter
(2 Nights)
This morning, travel to rural Wiltshire and visit
the mystical ancient monoliths at Stonehenge on
Salisbury Plain. On arrival in Bath see the impressive
Abbey and visit the Roman Baths from which the
town derives its name. Later, we arrive into the
historic cathedral city of Exeter. This evening, get
to know your companions and Travel Director
for a Welcome Drink in a local pub followed by
dinner in your hotel. (FB WR) Hotel: Mercure
Exeter Southgate
Regional
Stonehenge, Salisbury
Day 5 | Plymouth | Polperro | Dartmoor
Excursion
Your orientation of Plymouth includes the Mayflower
steps, where the pilgrim fathers set sail for the New
World. See the Royal Citadel overlooking Plymouth
Sound. Consider taking an optional cruise around
the famous harbor. Visit Polperro, a quaint fishing
village nested around a picturesque harbor. Later,
cross rugged Dartmoor, famous for its dramatic
and breath-taking scenery. Later enjoy a A Unique
Insight into local crafts at the Devon Guild of
Craftsmen, before arriving at your hotel. (FB)
Day 6 | Exeter | Glastonbury | Cardiff
Enjoy a picturesque drive through the South West
countryside to Glastonbury. Visit the ruined Abbey,
said to be the burial place of King Arthur. Later
enjoy a special A Be My Guest lunch in a 15 th
century Manor House on a working dairy farm in
Somerset. Cardiff, the capital of Wales, is your final
destination. View the impressive castle and the
Millennium stadium during your orientation, before
checking in at your hotel. (FB BG) Hotel: Park Inn
City Center
Day 7 | Cardiff | Tintern | Ludlow | Chester |
Liverpool
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Tintern Abbey, which inspired the romantic poets.
Cross the beautiful Welsh Marches at Hereford
to visit the Tudor market town of Ludlow in
Shropshire. Your Travel Director takes you on a
walking orientation tour of Chester, which includes
views of the medieval walls, the Cathedral and the
famous Tudor Rows. Liverpool is the home of the
Merseybeat! This evening, hear tales of the ‘Fab
Four’ as you drive through Liverpool with your
A Local Expert on an included Beatles tour. (FB)
Hotel: Jurys Inn Liverpool
Day 8 | Liverpool | Lake District | Glasgow
Travel north through characteristically glorious
scenery from Lancashire to the Lake District.
Traveling along the shores of England’s largest
lake, Windermere, and through countryside that
inspired the Romantic poets, you reach Grasmere.
View the grave of William Wordsworth, buried at
St. Oswald’s Church. We cross the Scottish border
and visit Gretna Green, where eloping couples
would say their vows over the anvil. This afternoon,
your orientation tour of Glasgow includes views
of the Cathedral, magnificent George Square and
the River Clyde, former heart of the shipbuilding
industry. Celebrate your first night in Scotland with
a Regional Meal in a local restaurant. (FB RM)
Hotel: Jurys Inn Glasgow
Day 9 | Glasgow | Glencoe | Scottish Highlands
(2 Nights)
Journey along the bonnie banks of Loch Lomond,
immortalized in the well-known Scottish song,
towards the site of the 1692 massacre, Glencoe −
‘Glen of the Weeping’. At the Commando Memorial
near Fort William, see breath-taking views of
Britain’s highest mountain, Ben Nevis. Dine tonight
at your hotel in the Scottish Highlands. (FB D)
Hotel: Macdonalds Four Seasons
Day 10 | Isle of Skye And Scenic Highland
Excursion
Travel through Inverness, known as the capital of
The Highlands and along the banks of the famous
Loch Ness. View Eilean Donan Castle before
crossing the bridge to the Isle of Skye. Visit the
Clan Donald Center and the Museum of the Isles,
where you can trace your genealogy or explore the
wonderful gardens. Later take the ferry to Mallaig
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and continue your journey through the lochs and
glens of the Scottish Highlands to your hotel. (FB D)
Day 11 | Scottish Highlands | Pitlochry |
St. Andrews | Edinburgh (2 Nights)
Heading south, stop in the picturesque village of
Pitlochry before heading to the historic town of St.
Andrews, the home of golf. Take a photograph on
the 18 th hole of the Old Course, where the game
was first played 600 years ago! Cross the Firth
of Forth to the Scottish capital, Edinburgh, your
home for the next two nights. During the Edinburgh
Festival, tickets to the Edinburgh Tattoo in the
castle grounds are included. (FB) Hotel: Apex
European/Marriott
Day 12 | Edinburgh Sightseeing and Free Time
This morning, your A Local Expert takes you on
a sightseeing tour of this wonderful city, including
a visit to Edinburgh Castle, perched high above
the city. See the Royal Mile, the elegant Palace of
Holyroodhouse in the shadow of Arthur’s Seat and
the new Scottish Parliament building. Admire the
elegant Georgian architecture in the New Town.
Tonight, why not enjoy an optional night out including
traditional song, dance and Scottish fare? (FB)
Day 13 | Edinburgh | Alnwick | York
Visit the medieval market town of Alnwick. See
the impressive castle, home to the Duke of
Northumberland, and the Tenantry Column, topped
by the Percy Lion. Marvel at the magnificent
scenery as you cross Northumberland. Cross the
River Tyne at Newcastle en route to York where
your walking orientation includes the medieval
walls, the Shambles and the awe-inspiring Minster.
This evening enjoy a Farewell Dinner with your
fellow travelers. (FB FD) Hotel: Hotel 53
Day 14 | York | Stratford-upon-Avon | London
View Anne Hathaway’s thatched cottage and visit
Shakespeare’s Birthplace and Visitor Center in
Stratford-upon-Avon, where the bard was born and
raised. Explore the cobbled streets or walk along
the banks of the River Avon. Later, travel back to
London. (FB) Hotel: Park Plaza Riverbank
Day 15 | London | Canada
Say goodbye to your new found friends at the end
of a memorable vacation. (FB)
Best of Britain
15 days – 3 Countries
Regional
From: C$3035 (per person twin share)
Includes: 13 nights’ accommodations (8 hotels).
13 full breakfasts. Be My Guest lunch. 5 dinners
(including Welcome Reception, Regional Meal, 2
three course dinners and Farewell Dinner).
All land transport shown. All our featured
inclusions shown on page 3.
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l Edinburgh Tattoo 1-23 August 2014: Tickets for this event are included on
departures marked in the price panel.
s Alternative hotels: Departures may be accommodated in alternative locations.
All sightseeing and inclusions will remain as described.
TRIP NOTES
WiFi: See pages 242-243 for details.
London Airport Shuttle: Service available to purchase, conditions apply.
See page 241 for details.
Unused London Accommodation: Prices are per person per night C$146
All prices are per person on a twin share basis.
For the best savings and to avoid disappointment book early.
For details on Trafalgar’s great savings see pages 244–245.
For extra nights’ accommodations see pages 239–240.
* International Air: Trafalgar guarantees to quote you the lowest possible airfare
available on the day that you book. Please note that airfares are not included in the
prices above. See page 245.
Visit www.trafalgar.com for availability and up-to-date itineraries and
Optional Experiences.
KEY: A Insider Experience WR Welcome Reception FB Full Breakfast
BB Buffet Breakfast L Lunch D Dinner RM Regional Meal FD Farewell Dinner
BG Be My Guest Dining DW Dinner with Wine
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The Britannia
England, Wales and Scotland unite, on this epic regional journey through the cultural highlights of Britain - St Ives,
Snowdonia and the Isle of Skye.
It’s Insider moments like… the creak of wood and whisper of leaves as you glide along the River Cam in
Cambridge, finding out the best way to steer a ‘punt’ from your chauffeur, a student at the university. Meeting
the owners of the restored Hall at Abby-Cwm-Hir, who tell you renovation stories as you tour their Gothic home.
And the memory of the clash of steel against steel at Caernarfon Castle, the history of this medieval stronghold
singing through the stones as you explore the ancient battleground of Welsh and English alike.
It's iconic places
City tour in London and Edinburgh. Orientations of Brighton,
Plymouth, Bath, Bristol, Chester, Manchester, Glasgow, York
and Cambridge. Visit the ancient stone circle at Stonehenge,
Glastonbury Abbey ruins, the Roman Baths in Bath and
Shakespeare’s birthplace in Stratford-upon-Avon, the imposing
Caernarfon Castle, Quarry Bank Mill, the town of Gretna Green,
the Clan Donald Center, the Isle of Skye, a Scottish Whisky
Distillery, Edinburgh Castle, the market town of Melton Mowbray
the university city of Cambridge and the National Stud at
Newmarket. View Anne Hathaway’s thatched cottage, medieval
Alnwick, Durham Castle and Cathedral and York Minster. See
the Mayflower Steps where the Pilgrim Fathers set sail, the Lake
District, Loch Ness in the Scottish Highlands and the 18 th hole at
St Andrews.
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Cambridge
Isle of Skye
It’s travel beyond the expected
Day 1 | *Depart Canada
Overnight flight to London.
Day 2 | Arrive London (2 Nights)
Welcome to London! Spend the day as you wish
relaxing or exploring the city. Hotel: Hilton Kensington
Day 3 | London Sightseeing and Free Time
See all the major city sights during your included
morning sightseeing tour with a A Local Expert.
Later, you are free to explore and shop on your
own in the center of London. (FB)
Day 4 | London | Brighton | Southampton
Meet your traveling companions and Travel Director
before leaving London for the south coast town
of Brighton. See the exotic pavilion, built for the
Prince Regent who later became King George
IV. Walk through The Lanes, a shopping area
full of quaint and quirky shops and cafes. Stroll
along the seafront or even onto the famous
Pier. Later, arrive in Southampton where you join
your Travel Director and fellow companions to enjoy
a Welcome Reception in a typical English pub.
(FB WR) Hotel: Jurys Inn Southampton
Day 5 | Southampton | Stonehenge | Plymouth
(2 Nights)
Travel through the beautiful New Forest to
mystical Stonehenge where you visit the ancient
stone circle. Cross Salisbury Plain through lush
countryside to the historic naval city of Plymouth for
a two night stay. View the Mayflower steps, where
the Pilgrim Fathers set sail for the New World and
see the Royal Citadel overlooking Plymouth Sound
during your orientation of the city. This afternoon,
you might like to join an optional cruise around the
historic harbor. Dine tonight at your hotel. (FB D)
Hotel: Jurys Inn Plymouth
Day 6 | Cornish Excursion
The rugged Cornish coast is famous for smugglers’
coves and quaint fishing villages, which you will
see on the way to Land’s End, the most westerly
point in England. Visit St. Ives, a beautiful resort
popular with artists and tourists. Enjoy views of
St. Michael’s Mount near Penzance. Cross Bodmin
Moor, dominated by dramatic granite tors, on your
way back to Plymouth. (FB)
Day 7 | Plymouth | Glastonbury | Bath | Bristol
Visit the ruins of Glastonbury Abbey and see the
legendary burial site of King Arthur. On arrival in
the city of Bath, admire the Georgian buildings and
visit the Roman Baths after which the city is named.
Enjoy a scenic drive to Bristol. This evening offers
an opportunity to join an optional experience to
the idyllic village of Lacock to enjoy dinner in a
traditional English inn. (FB) Hotel: Radisson Blu
Regional
Day 8 | Bristol | Stratford-upon-Avon |
Llandrindod Wells
This morning we travel to the town of Stratfordupon-Avon.
Visit the birthplace and visitor center of
William Shakespeare, with time to explore the city
or enjoy a leisurely lunch. Later, enjoy a picturesque
drive through the Welsh Marches to Llandrindod
Wells. Enjoy an extra special A Be My Guest
experience at a Victorian Gothic Revival mansion
overlooking the ruins of a 12 th century Cistercian
Abbey. Enjoy drinks and canapés before a guided
tour of the house and gardens. Dine tonight at your
hotel. (FB BG D) Hotel: Metropole
Day 9 | Llandrindod Wells | Snowdonia National
Park | Caernarfon | Manchester (2 Nights)
Take in the breath-taking views of North Wales as
you travel through Snowdonia National Park. Visit
the picturesque village of Betws-y-Coed which
attracts many artists who appreciate its natural
beauty. In Caernarfon visit the ancient castle built
by Edward I. In 1969 this was the setting for the
investiture of Prince Charles to become the current
Prince of Wales. A scenic drive along the North
Wales Coast will bring you to Manchester, a city
famous for its industrial heritage and immense
creative output. (FB D) Hotel: Jurys Inn Manchester
Day 10 | Chester and Quarry Bank Mill
Excursion
This morning visit Chester and see the ‘Rows’
and the Cathedral during your walking orientation.
In your free time why not walk the impressive
city walls. Manchester was the heart of textile
manufacturing during the Industrial Revolution, so
an included visit to Quarry Bank Mill a National
Trust property gives a A Unique Insight into how
communities lived during this period. (FB)
Day 11 | Manchester | Lake District | Gretna
Green | Glasgow
Travel north through characteristically glorious
scenery, from Lancashire to the Lake District.
Traveling along the shores of England’s largest
lake, Windermere, and through countryside that
inspired the Romantic poets, you reach Grasmere.
View the grave of William Wordsworth, buried at St.
Oswald’s Church. We cross the Scottish border and
visit Gretna Green, where eloping couples would
say their vows over the anvil. This afternoon, your
orientation tour of Glasgow includes views of the
Cathedral, the magnificent George Square and the
River Clyde, former heart of the shipbuilding industry.
(FB) Hotel: Jurys Inn Glasgow
Day 12 | Glasgow | Glencoe | Scottish
Highlands (2 Nights)
Journey along the bonnie banks of Loch Lomond,
immortalized in the well-known Scottish song,

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North Atlantic
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IRELAND
Isle of Skye
N.IRELAND
towards the site of the 1692 massacre, Glencoe
− ‘Glen of the Weeping’. At the Commando
Memorial near Fort William, see breath-taking
views of Britain’s highest mountain, Ben Nevis. (FB)
Hotel: Macdonalds Four Seasons
Day 13 | Isle of Skye and Scenic Highland
Excursion
Travel through Inverness, known as the capital of
The Highlands and along the banks of the famous
Loch Ness. View Eilean Donan Castle before
crossing the bridge to the Isle of Skye. Visit the
Clan Donald Center and the Museum of the Isles,
where you can trace your genealogy or explore the
wonderful gardens. Later take the ferry to Mallaig
and continue your journey through the lochs and
glens of the Scottish Highlands to your hotel. (FB D)
Day 14 | Scottish Highlands | St. Andrews |
Edinburgh (2 Nights)
Heading south, stop in the picturesque village of
Pitlochry. Enjoy a A Local Specialty with an included
visit to a whisky distillery to sample a ‘wee dram’
before heading to the historic town of St. Andrews,
the home of golf. Take a photograph on the 18 th
hole of the Old Course, where the game was first
played 600 years ago! Cross the Firth of Forth to the
Scottish capital, Edinburgh, your home for the next
two nights. (FB) Hotel: Marriott Edinburgh
Day 15 | Edinburgh Sightseeing and Free Time
This morning, your A Local Expert takes you on
a sightseeing tour of this wonderful city, including
a visit to Edinburgh Castle, perched high above
the city. See the Royal Mile, the elegant Palace
of Holyroodhouse in the shadow of Arthur’s Seat
and the new Scottish Parliament building. Admire
the elegant Georgian architecture in the New
Town. Tonight, why not enjoy an optional night
out including traditional song, dance and Scottish
fare? During the Edinburgh Festival, tickets to
the Edinburgh Tattoo in the castle grounds are
included. (FB)
2 SCOTTISH HIGHLANDS
GLASGOW 1
2 EDINBURGH
North
SCOTLAND
LLANDRINDOD WELLS 1
WALES
St. Ives 2
St. Michael’s Mount PLYMOUTH
Number of overnight stays
Sightseeing stops
Mallaig
Glencoe
Irish
Sea
Caernarfon
Snowdonia National Park
Lake District
Pitlochry
MANCHESTER
BRISTOL 1
Glastonbury
St. Andrews
Gretna
Green
Chester
2
ENGLAND
Alnwick
Durham
HARROGATE
1
York
Quarry
Bank Mill
Melton Mowbray
CAMBRIDGE
Stratford- 1 Newmarket
Upon-Avon
Bath
2 1
Stonehenge
LONDON
1 Brighton
SOUTHAMPTON
English Channel
Sea
FRANCE
Day 16 | Edinburgh | Alnwick | Durham | Harrogate
Visit the medieval market town of Alnwick. See
the impressive castle, home to the Duke of
Northumberland, and the Tenantry Column, topped
by the Percy Lion. View Durham Castle and
Cathedral, both striking examples of Norman
architecture. Tonight, dine at your hotel in the spa
town of Harrogate. (FB D) Hotel: Yorkshire
Day 17 | Harrogate | York | Melton Mowbray |
Cambridge
In York, your Travel Director will show you the
magnificent Minster, the city walls and the famous
Shambles on your orientation tour. Travel south
to the market town of Melton Mowbray famous
for traditional English delicacies such as Stilton
Cheese and Pork Pies. Here enjoy a A Local
Specialty pie-making demonstration and tasting
with a local pie-maker. Later arrive in the stunning
university city of Cambridge. This evening, celebrate
the conclusion of a memorable vacation with your
fellow travelers at a Farewell Dinner. After dinner
your Travel Director will take your and your travel
companions for a Farewell Drink in a local pub.
(FB FD) Hotel: Cambridge City/The Belfry
Day 18 | Cambridge | Newmarket | London
See the magnificent architecture of King’s
College Chapel in the prestigious university city of
Cambridge. Get an inside look at life as a student
at one of these renowned colleges as you glide
past the famous ‘backs’ on the River Cam with
your A Local Expert ‘chauffeur’ on a flat-bottomed
boat known as a ‘punt’. This afternoon visit the
Newmarket National Stud, devoted to thoroughbred
horse breeding since 1916 where you will gain a
A Unique Insight into the raising of thoroughbred
champions. Arrive in London in the early evening.
(FB) Hotel: Hilton Kensington
Day 19 | London | Canada
After breakfast say farewell to your companions at
the end of a memorable vacation. (FB)
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19 days – 3 Countries
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From: C$3850 (per person twin share)
Includes: 17 nights’ accommodations (11 hotels).
17 full breakfasts. Be My Guest lunch.
7 dinners (including Welcome Reception,
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TRIP NOTES
WiFi: See pages 242-243 for details.
London Airport Shuttle: Service available to purchase, conditions apply.
See page 241 for details.
Unused London Accommodation: Prices are per person per night $145
Treadright: See page 27 for details.
All prices are per person on a twin share basis.
For the best savings and to avoid disappointment book early.
For details on Trafalgar’s great savings see pages 244–245.
For extra nights’ accommodations see pages 239–240.
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Durham Cathedral, Durham
KEY: A Insider Experience WR Welcome Reception FB Full Breakfast
BB Buffet Breakfast L Lunch D Dinner RM Regional Meal FD Farewell Dinner
BG Be My Guest Dining DW Dinner with Wine
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Britain & Ireland Highlights
Engineering, invention and Romantic Poets, the epic diversity squeezed into a remarkably tiny region is explored
through the towns, cities and countryside of Britain and Ireland.
It’s Insider moments like… learning how to pour the perfect Guinness in the famous Storehouse, the panoramic
view of Dublin’s skyline as your backdrop. Watching the peaty blackness gather at the bottom of the glass, as
those last few drops are added at the perfect moment. And maybe even seeing the artistry, as the traditional
Shamrock design appears, symbol of the country in which you stand. And taking your first sip of Ireland’s iconic
national drink, in the complex home of its birth.
It's iconic places
City tour in Edinburgh, Belfast and Dublin. Orientations of York,
Glasgow, Cardiff and Bath. Visit Shakespeare’s birthplace in
Stratford-upon-Avon, Edinburgh Castle, the town of Gretna Green,
the Falkirk Wheel, the Irish National Stud farm and Japanese
Garden, the Waterford Crystal showroom, the Roman Baths
in Bath and the ancient stone circle at Stonehenge. View York
Minster, Glasgow Cathedral and George Square, Kilkenny Castle
and gardens. See the Millenium Stadium in Cardiff.
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George Square, Glasgow
It’s travel beyond
the expected
Regional
Anne Hathaway's Cottage, Stratford-Upon-Avon
Day 1 | *Depart Canada
Overnight flight to London.
Day 2 | Arrive London
Welcome to London! Relax after your flight or spend
time exploring the city on your own. Hotel: Park
Plaza Riverbank
Day 3 | London | Stratford-upon-Avon | York |
Harrogate
A scenic drive through beautiful countryside brings
you to Stratford-upon-Avon. Visit Shakespeare’s
Birthplace and Visitor Center and see Anne
Hathaway’s cottage. Later, in the Viking town of
York, enjoy a walk along its historic streets. View
the cobbled Shambles, the ancient city walls and
the magnificent York Minster. This evening, get to
know your companions and your Travel Director
at a Welcome Pub Reception, which includes
a typical British pub meal and drinks. (FB WR)
Hotel: Holiday Inn

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Ocean
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Kilkenny
WATERFORD
Ferry
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Day 4 | Harrogate | Lake District | Glasgow
(2 Nights)
From quaint villages around the Yorkshire Dales
National Park to the scenic glory of the Lake District,
your journey north is impressive. Traveling along
the shores of England’s largest lake, Windermere,
and through countryside that inspired the Romantic
poets, you reach Grasmere. View the grave of William
Wordsworth, buried at St. Oswald’s Church. We cross
the Scottish border and visit Gretna Green, where
eloping couples would make their vows over the
anvil. This afternoon, your orientation tour of Glasgow
includes views of the Cathedral, the magnificent
George Square and the River Clyde, former heart
of the shipbuilding industry. (FB) Hotel: Radisson Blu
Glasgow/Marks Hotel/Crutherland House
Day 5 | Edinburgh Excursion
Today, visit Edinburgh. Your A Local Expert takes you
on a sightseeing tour of this wonderful city, including
a visit to Edinburgh Castle, perched high above
the city. See the Royal Mile, the elegant Palace of
Holyroodhouse in the shadow of Arthur’s Seat and the
new Scottish Parliament building. Admire the elegant
Georgian architecture in the New Town. En route back
to Glasgow this afternoon, visit the Falkirk Wheel
Visitor Center to see this modern technological marvel
in action. This evening you will enjoy a delicious meal
at a local restaurant in Glasgow. (FB RM)
Day 6 | Glasgow | Belfast | Dublin (2 Nights)
Follow the rugged Ayrshire coast past the island
of Ailsa Craig, the stepping stone from Ireland to
Scotland, to board the ferry to Northern Ireland. View
City Hall, Queen’s University and the dock where the
Titanic was built with your A Local Expert. Cross the
border into the Irish Republic and later arrive in the
thriving city of Dublin. (FB) Hotel: Mespil
Day 7 | Dublin Sightseeing and Free Time
See Trinity College, St. Patrick’s Cathedral, Phoenix
Park and the stately Georgian Squares with your
A Local Expert. Enjoy a A Unique Insight during
your included visit to the Guinness Brewery for a
Storehouse tour and pint-pulling demonstration.
Spend the rest of the day as you please, why not
explore Temple Bar or Grafton Street, famous for its
street performers. This evening consider joining an
optional experience to an Irish cabaret. (FB)
1
Belfast
2
Number of overnight stays
Sightseeing stops
SCOTLAND
Falkirk
GLASGOW 2
Rosslare
Irish
Sea
DUBLIN
Pembroke
Ferry
WALES
Edinburgh
Gretna
Green
CARDIFF
1
Bath
Lake District
HARROGATE
1
York
ENGLAND
Stonehenge
North
Sea
Stratford-upon-Avon
1 1
LONDON
English Channel
FRANCE
Day 8 | Dublin | Kildare | Kilkenny | Waterford
This morning gain an A Unique Insight into rearing
world-class thoroughbreds when visiting the Irish
National Stud Farm established in 1946. After a
guided walk through the farm, take some time
to stroll through the tranquil Japanese Gardens,
regarded as the best in Europe. In Kilkenny, see
the imposing medieval castle and enjoy free time
for lunch. This afternoon enjoy a A Local Specialty
when you visit the House of Waterford Crystal. Watch
the master craftsmen at work during your tour of the
workshop, and see the exquisite completed pieces
in the showroom. (FB) Hotel: Waterford Marina
Day 9 | Waterford | Cardiff
Cross the Irish Sea to Wales, and continue your
journey to Cardiff Bay to view the Millennium Center
and the National Assembly. View the historic Cardiff
Castle and see the Millennium Stadium before arriving
at your hotel. Tonight, join your Travel Director and
travel companions for a memorable A Be My Guest
Farewell Dinner. (FD BG) Hotel: Park Inn City Center
Day 10 | Cardiff | Bath | Stonehenge | London
Cross the Severn Estuary into England and the
glorious city of Bath. See splendid Georgian
architecture during your orientation. Enjoy an
included visit to the Roman Baths from which the
city derives its name. In Wiltshire, visit the mysterious
monolithic stone circle at Stonehenge. Later, return
to London. (FB) Hotel: Park Plaza Riverbank
Day 11 | London | Canada
Say farewell to your traveling companions at the end
of your vacation, as you prepare to fly home with
wonderful memories. (FB)
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All sightseeing and inclusions will remain as described.
TRIP NOTES
WiFi: See pages 242-243 for details.
London Airport Shuttle: Service available to purchase, conditions apply.
See page 241 for details.
Unused London Accommodation: Prices are per person per night C$146
All prices are per person on a twin share basis.
For the best savings and to avoid disappointment book early.
For details on Trafalgar’s great savings see pages 244–245.
For extra nights’ accommodations see pages 239–240.
* International Air: Trafalgar guarantees to quote you the lowest possible airfare
available on the day that you book. Please note that airfares are not included in the
prices above. See page 245.
Visit www.trafalgar.com for availability and up-to-date itineraries and
Optional Experiences.
KEY: A Insider Experience WR Welcome Reception FB Full Breakfast
BB Buffet Breakfast L Lunch D Dinner RM Regional Meal FD Farewell Dinner
BG Be My Guest Dining DW Dinner with Wine
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Wonders of Britain & Ireland
Churchill and Wordsworth. Castles and legends. Rugged beauty and hidden places. The icons and secrets of Britain
and Ireland are explored in a cross-country itinerary over land and sea.
It’s Insider moments like… exploring the nooks and crannies of Molly Gallivan’s farm, shared with her seven
children two hundred years ago. Meeting Stephen and his wife, today’s owners, who’ll share stories of Molly’s
illegal home brew, sold to locals in her secret ‘Sibheen’ pub. And chatting about traditional farming life in
Ireland past and present, as the air thickens with the smell of homemade Irish stew and fresh apple pie, eaten
together in the hearth-warmed rooms of Molly’s own cottage.
It's iconic places
City tour in London, Dublin and Edinburgh. Orientations of Bath,
Cardiff, Chester, York and Oxford. Visit the ancient stone circle
at Stonehenge, the Roman Baths in Bath, the Waterford Crystal
showroom, Blarney Castle to kiss the stone, the Rock of Cashel,
the town of Gretna Green, medieval Alnwick, Shakespeare’s
birthplace in Stratford-upon-Avon and one of Oxford University’s
colleges (when open). View the home to Harry Potter & Hogwarts’
Alnwick Castle, York Minster, Anne Hathaway’s thatched cottage
and Sir Winston Churchill’s grave at Bladon. See the Lake District’s
magnificent scenery. Scenic drive around the Ring of Kerry.
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Edinburgh
It’s travel beyond the expected
Day 1 | *Depart Canada
Overnight flight to London.
Day 2 | Arrive London (2 Nights)
Welcome to London! Relax and unwind after your
journey or take a stroll and familiarize yourself
with the city’s unique and bustling atmosphere.
Hotel: Cumberland
Day 3 | London Sightseeing and Free Time
See the city’s major sights during your included
guided sightseeing tour with a A Local Expert.
There is time afterwards to explore, shop and watch
the world go by! (FB)
Day 4 | London | Stonehenge | Bath | Cardiff
Leaving the sights of London behind, travel to rural
Wiltshire and visit the mystical ancient monoliths at
Stonehenge on Salisbury Plain. Drive west through
spectacular countryside to the beautiful city of Bath.
Admire the Georgian architecture of the city and visit
the Roman baths before crossing the Severn Estuary
to Cardiff, capital of Wales. View the Millennium
Center and the National Assembly in Cardiff Bay.
See the Millennium Stadium as well as the historic
Cardiff Castle during your orientation of the city. This
evening, get to know your companions and Travel
Director at a Welcome Reception, which includes
a typical Welsh pub meal and drinks. (FB WR)
Hotel: Park Inn City Center
Regional
Pulteney Bridge, Bath
Day 5 | Cardiff | Waterford
Enjoy free time this morning to relax, explore the
city, or take the opportunity to visit Cardiff Castle.
Cross the Irish Sea to the Emerald Isle and travel to
historic Waterford. Dine tonight at your hotel. (FB D)
Hotel: Waterford Marina
Day 6 | Waterford | Blarney | Kenmare (2 Nights)
Visit the renowned House of Waterford Crystal.
Watch the master craftsmen at work during your
A Local Specialty demonstration in the workshop,
and see the exquisite completed pieces in the
showroom. At Blarney Castle, kiss the Blarney Stone
and acquire the ‘gift of the gab’. Cross the Kerry
Mountains to Kenmare, your home for the next two
nights. This evening, join your companions for a
A Be My Guest dinner on a traditional Irish farm in
Kenmare. (FB BG) Hotel: Kenmare Bay Hotel
Day 7 | Ring of Kerry Excursion
Today we experience Ireland’s most scenic coastal
drive around the Iveragh Peninsula, better known
as the ‘Ring of Kerry’. It is undoubtedly one of the
most magical and varied place in the whole of
Ireland and is truly a photographers delight. We will
also see Daniel O’Connell’s Cahirciveen, the fishing
village of Waterville, the Black Valley and Moll’s
Gap. Here mountains, valleys, lakes and sea blend
into a landscape that is often breath-taking beyond
words. (FB)

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Cashel
KENMARE
2
Blarney
Ring of
Kerry
Start
End
North Atlantic
Ocean
N.IRELAND
Number of overnight stays
Sightseeing stops
Day 8 | Kenmare | Cashel | Dublin (2 Nights)
This morning, visit the Rock of Cashel in County
Tipperary. The spectacular group of medieval
buildings, perched on an outcrop of limestone in
the Golden Vale, was once the seat of the kings
of Munster. It has one of the most remarkable
collections of Celtic art and medieval architecture to
be found anywhere in Europe. This evening, arrive
in the lively Irish capital, Dublin. (FB) Hotel: Maldron
Cardiff Lane
Day 9 | Dublin Sightseeing and Free Time
See Trinity College, St. Patrick’s Cathedral, Phoenix
Park and the stately Georgian Squares with your
A Local Expert. Enjoy a A Unique Insight during
your included visit to the Guinness Brewery for a
Storehouse tour and pint-pulling demonstration.
Spend the rest of the day as you please, why not
explore Temple Bar or Grafton Street, famous for its
street performers. This evening, consider joining an
excursion to an Irish cabaret. (FB)
Day 10 | Dublin | Chester | Liverpool
Cross the Irish Sea to Holyhead, Wales.
Stop at the station with the longest place
name in Europe, Llanfairpwllgwyngyllgogery
chwyrndrobwllllantysiliogogogoch. See the
spectacular landscape of Snowdonia National
Park as you travel to Chester. Your orientation
walk includes the medieval walls and the famous
Tudor ‘Rows’. Arrive later in historic Liverpool,
hometown of the legendary Beatles. This evening,
join your companions for a Regional Meal at a local
restaurant. (FB RM) Hotel: Jurys Inn Liverpool
Day 11 | Liverpool | Lake District | Edinburgh
(2 Nights)
Travel north through characteristically glorious
scenery from Lancashire to the Lake District.
Traveling along the shores of England’s largest lake,
Windermere, and through countryside that inspired
the Romantic poets, you reach Grasmere. View the
grave of William Wordsworth, buried at St. Oswald’s
Church. We cross the Scottish border and visit
Gretna Green, where eloping couples would make
their vows over the anvil. Later, arrive in the Scottish
capital Edinburgh – your home for the next two
nights. During the Festival, tickets to the spectacular
Edinburgh Tattoo are included. (FB) Hotel: Holyrood
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EDINBURGH
DUBLIN
2
Lake District
Irish
Sea
Ferry
1
1 YORK
LIVERPOOL
Dublin
Chester
Bay
WATERFORD
1
Ferry Stratford-
Upon-Avon
1 WARWICK
CARDIFF
1
Bladon
Oxford
Bath
2 1
LONDON
Stonehenge
WALES
2
Alnwick
North
Sea
ENGLAND
English Channel
Day 12 | Edinburgh Sightseeing and Free Time
This morning, your A Local Expert takes you on
a sightseeing tour of this wonderful city, including
a visit to Edinburgh Castle, perched high above
the city. See the Royal Mile, the elegant Palace of
Holyroodhouse in the shadow of Arthur’s Seat, and
the new Scottish Parliament building. Admire the
Georgian architecture in the New Town. (FB)
Day 13 | Edinburgh | Alnwick | York
Visit the medieval market town of Alnwick. See
the impressive castle, home to the Duke of
Northumberland, and the Tenantry Column, topped
by the Percy Lion. Marvel at the magnificent scenery
as you cross Northumberland. Cross the River
Tyne at Newcastle en route to York where your
walking orientation includes the medieval walls,
the Shambles and the awe-inspiring Minster. (FB)
Hotel: Hotel 53
Day 14 | York | Stratford-upon-Avon | Warwick
Visit Shakespeare’s Birthplace and Visitor Center in
Stratford-upon- Avon, where the bard was born and
raised. View Anne Hathaway’s picturesque thatched
cottage before enjoying some free time in the quaint
village. This evening, join your fellow travelers for a
Farewell Dinner at your hotel in Warwick. (FB FD)
Hotel: Hilton Warwick
Day 15 | Warwick | Bladon | Oxford | London
This morning, explore the town of Warwick or
join an optional experience to Warwick Castle.
Visit the charming little churchyard at Bladon, in
the picturesque Cotswolds, to view Sir Winston
Churchill’s grave. In Oxford, the oldest university
city in the British Isles, enjoy an orientation of the
city. View the Radcliffe Camera and the Bodleian
Library and walk around one of the famous colleges
(when available). Return to London this evening. (FB)
Hotel: Park Plaza County Hall
Day 16 | London | Canada
Say a fond farewell to your traveling companions at
the end of a wonderful vacation, as you prepare to
return home with treasured memories. (FB)
Wonders of Britain &
Ireland
16 days – 4 Countries
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From: C$3365 (per person twin share)
Includes: 14 nights’ accommodations (10 hotels).
14 full breakfasts. 5 dinners (including Welcome
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l Edinburgh Tattoo 1-23 August 2014: We’ve included Tattoo tickets when you’re
in Edinburgh during these dates.
H Festive Celebrations: Christmas and New Year Celebrations have been
arranged for this departure, including tickets to Hogmanay.
s Alternative hotels: Departures may be accommodated in alternative locations.
All sightseeing and inclusions will remain as described.
TRIP NOTES
WiFi: See pages 242-243 for details.
London Airport Shuttle: Service available to purchase, conditions apply.
See page 241 for details.
Unused London Accommodation: Prices are per person per night C$158
All prices are per person on a twin share basis.
For the best savings and to avoid disappointment book early.
For details on Trafalgar’s great savings see pages 244–245.
For extra nights’ accommodations see pages 239–240.
* International Air: Trafalgar guarantees to quote you the lowest possible airfare
available on the day that you book. Please note that airfares are not included in the
prices above. See page 245.
Visit www.trafalgar.com for availability and up-to-date itineraries and
Optional Experiences.
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Britain & Ireland Panorama
In the craic and Guinness of Ireland or the tea and scones of England, the welcoming hospitality of the British Isles
is one of its biggest attractions and one of your lasting memories.
It’s Insider moments like… picturing the scene as the world’s most famous liner left the tiny town of Cobh on its
ill-fated journey, a Titanic expert shares how it changed the community forever. Seeing the old custom’s house,
you can imagine the Irish emigrants as they took their last steps on terra firma, preparing for a new life in
America. And, as you walk through the streets with our Irish insider, you get a sense of the excitement and
nervousness they felt as they waved goodbye to loved ones staying behind in Cobh.
It's iconic places
City tour in London, Edinburgh and Dublin. Orientations of York,
Glasgow, Chester, Galway, Cork, Cobh, Cardiff, Bath and Plymouth.
Visit Shakespeare’s birthplace in Stratford-upon-Avon, Edinburgh
Castle, the Clan Donald Center, the Guinness Storehouse, Blarney
Castle to kiss the stone, the Waterford Crystal Showroom, the
Roman Baths in Bath, Glastonbury Abbey ruins and the ancient
stone circle at Stonehenge. View Anne Hathaway’s thatched
cottage, York Minster and the Mayflower Steps where the Pilgrim
Fathers set sail. See the Isle of Skye. Scenic drive around the Ring
of Kerry and enjoy a scenic Cornish Excursion.
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Eilean Donan Castle, Loch Duich
It’s travel beyond the expected
Day 1 | *Depart Canada
Overnight flight to London.
Day 2 | Arrive London (2 Nights)
Welcome to London! Spend time relaxing after your
journey or take a stroll through the streets of this
wonderful city. Hotel: Park Plaza Riverbank
Day 3 | London Sightseeing and Free Time
See all the major sights during your sightseeing tour
with a A Local Expert, including Big Ben and the
Houses of Parliament. Later, spend time exploring
the city or go shopping in one of the famous London
department stores. (FB)
Day 4 | London | Stratford-upon-Avon | York
A scenic drive through beautiful countryside brings
you to Stratford-upon-Avon. Visit Shakespeare’s
Birthplace and Visitor Center and see Anne
Hathaway’s cottage. Later, in the Viking town of York,
enjoy a walk along historic streets. View the cobbled
Shambles, the ancient city walls and the magnificent
York Minster. Tonight dine at your hotel where you
have a chance to meet with your Travel Director and
traveling companions. (FB WR) Hotel: Novotel York
Center/Novotel Leeds
Day 5 | York | Jedburgh | Edinburgh (2 Nights)
Rugged, dramatic and spectacular − the
Northumberland National Park is all these things and
more! View the remarkably intact ruins of the 12 th
century Jedburgh Abbey on your way to the beautiful
Scottish capital, Edinburgh. (FB) Hotel: Novotel City
Center/Barony Castle Hotel/Cardrona Hotel
Day 6 | Edinburgh Sightseeing and Free Time
Your morning sightseeing tour with your A Local
Expert includes the elegant New Town, Princes Street,
the Royal Mile, views of the Palace of Holyroodhouse
and Arthur’s Seat. Enjoy a guided visit of Edinburgh
Castle. During the Edinburgh Festival, your stay
includes tickets to the spectacular Edinburgh Tattoo.
Regional
Galway Cathedral, Galway York Minster, York
Tonight, consider a traditional Scottish night out with
haggis, dancing and bagpipes! (FB)
Day 7 | Edinburgh | St. Andrews | Pitlochry |
Scottish Highlands (2 Nights)
Travel across the Firth of Forth to St. Andrews to
view the celebrated ancient university and the home
of golf. Continue north across the Tay at Dundee, to
visit Pitlochry, a charming village on the banks of the
River Tummel. Explore the village or join an optional
experience to visit Blair Castle, ancestral home to
the Dukes of Atholl. (FB D) Hotel: Laggan Gaskmore/
Macdonalds Four Seasons
Day 8 | Isle of Skye and Scenic Highlands
Excursion
Travel through Inverness, known as the capital of The
Highlands and along the banks of the famous Loch
Ness. View Eilean Donan Castle before crossing the
bridge to the Isle of Skye. Visit the Clan Donald Center
and the Museum of the Isles, where you can trace
your genealogy or explore the wonderful gardens.
Later take the ferry to Mallaig and continue your
journey through the lochs and glens of the Scottish
Highlands to your hotel. (FB D)
Day 9 | Scottish Highlands | Glencoe | Glasgow
Stop at the Commando Memorial near Fort William
for breath-taking views of Britain’s highest mountain,
Ben Nevis. Continue south through Glencoe, ‘Glen
of the Weeping’, site of the infamous massacre of
the Macdonald clan by the Campbells in 1692. This
afternoon, your orientation tour of Glasgow includes
views of the Cathedral and magnificent George Square.
Visit the Necropolis for a A Unique Insight into one
of Europe’s most important 19 th century burial grounds.
(FB) Hotel: Jurys Inn Glasgow/Crutherland House
Day 10 | Glasgow | Lake District | Manchester
Cross the border into England and enjoy a special
A Be My Guest lunch at a working farm in the
idyllic Cumbrian countryside. Learn about traditional

Ferry
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N.IRELAND
Ferry
farming methods and see the sheep, goats and cattle
before enjoying lunch in the farmhouse. Later arrive
in Grasmere where you view the grave of William
Wordsworth. See England’s largest lake, Windermere
before arriving in Manchester. (FB BG) Hotel: Park Inn
Manchester Victoria/Jurys Inn Manchester
Day 11 | Manchester | Chester | Dublin (2 Nights)
In Chester see the timbered buildings known as
the ‘Rows’ before traveling along the scenic North
Wales coast to the Island of Anglesey, on your way
to Holyhead. Cross the Irish Sea to Dublin, the Irish
capital. This evening, join your companions for a
Regional Meal on a canal boat in Dublin. (FB RM)
Hotel: Camden Court/Bewleys Ballsbridge Hotel/
Ballsbridge Hotel
Day 12 | Dublin Sightseeing and Free Time
See Trinity College, St. Patrick’s Cathedral, Phoenix
Park and the stately Georgian Squares with your
A Local Expert. Enjoy a A Unique Insight during
your included visit to the Guinness Brewery for
a Storehouse tour and pint-pulling demonstration.
Spend the rest of the day as you please, why not
explore Temple Bar or Grafton Street, famous for its
street performers. This evening consider joining an
optional experience to an Irish cabaret. (FB)
Day 13 | Dublin | Galway | Limerick
Travel to the West coast and the city of Galway. View
Galway cathedral and Eyre Square before continuing
to Limerick. (FB) Hotel: Radisson Blu Limerick
Day 14 | Limerick | Ring of Kerry | Cork
Today we experience Ireland’s most scenic coastal
drive around the Iveragh Peninsula, better known as
the ‘Ring of Kerry’. It is undoubtedly one of the most
magical and varied places in the whole of Ireland
and is truly a photographers delight. We will also
see Daniel O’Connell’s Cahirciveen, the fishing village
of Waterville, the Black Valley and Moll’s Gap. Here
mountains, valleys, lakes and sea blend into a
landscape that is often breath-taking beyond words.
This evening enjoy dinner at your hotel in the city of
Cork. (FB D) Hotel: Rochestown Park
Day 15 | Cork | Blarney | Cobh | Waterford |
Wexford
Visit Blarney Castle and kiss the famous stone to
attain the ‘gift of the gab’! Stop in picturesque Cobh
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Glastonbury
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Grasmere
Pitlochry
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St. Ives 2 PLYMOUTH
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St. Andrews
Jedburgh Abbey
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Stonehenge
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English Channel
for a walking tour with a A Local Expert. This was
the final port of call for the Ttitanic on its fateful
voyage. This afternoon, visit the House of Waterford
Crystal. Watch the master craftsmen at work during
your A Local Specialty tour of the workshop, and
see the exquisite completed pieces in the showroom.
(FB) Hotel: Talbot
Day 16 | Wexford | Cardiff
Cross the Irish Sea to Wales, and continue your
journey to Cardiff Bay to view the Millennium Center
and the National Assembly. View the historic Cardiff
Castle and see the Millennium Stadium before arriving
at your hotel. (FB) Hotel: Maldron
Day 17 | Cardiff | Bath | Glastonbury | Plymouth
(2 Nights)
Drive east, over the Severn Estuary, to Bath. On
arrival in the city, admire the Georgian buildings and
visit the Roman Baths after which the city is named.
Spend some time exploring before making your way
to Glastonbury Abbey to see where King Arthur is
believed to be buried. Later, we arrive into the historic
naval port of Plymouth. (FB) Hotel: Jurys Inn Plymouth/
Copthorne Plymouth/Furture Inn
Day 18 | Cornish Excursion
Your orientation of Plymouth includes the Mayflower
steps, where the Pilgrim Fathers set sail for the New
World. See the Royal Citadel overlooking Plymouth
Sound. Cross the River Tamar and follow the Cornish
peninsula to St. Ives, the renowned artists’ colony.
Photograph St. Michael’s Mount near Penzance.
Relax and enjoy the stunning Cornish scenery! This
evening, join your companions and Travel Director for
a Farewell Dinner. (FB FD)
Day 19 | Plymouth | Stonehenge | London
Travel across Salisbury Plain to visit the mystical
ancient monoliths of Stonehenge. Travel back to
London this afternoon. (FB) Hotel: Park Plaza Riverbank
Day 20 | London | Canada
Say goodbye to your traveling companions as you
prepare to return home with treasured memories of
your trip. (FB)
Britain & Ireland Panorama
20 days – 4 Countries
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From: C$4125 (per person twin share)
Includes: 18 nights’ accommodations (12 hotels).
18 full breakfasts. Be My Guest lunch. 6 dinners
(including Regional Meal, 4 three course
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l Edinburgh Tattoo 1-23 August 2014: We’ve included Tattoo tickets when you’re
in Edinburgh during these dates.
s Alternative hotels: Departures may be accommodated in alternative locations.
All sightseeing and inclusions will remain as described.
TRIP NOTES
WiFi: See pages 242-243 for details.
London Airport Shuttle: Service available to purchase, conditions apply.
See page 241 for details.
Unused London Accommodation: Prices are per person per night C$146
All prices are per person on a twin share basis.
For the best savings and to avoid disappointment book early.
For details on Trafalgar’s great savings see pages 244–245.
For extra nights’ accommodations see pages 239–240.
* International Air: Trafalgar guarantees to quote you the lowest possible airfare
available on the day that you book. Please note that airfares are not included in the
prices above. See page 245.
Visit www.trafalgar.com for availability and up-to-date itineraries and
Optional Experiences.
KEY: A Insider Experience WR Welcome Reception FB Full Breakfast
BB Buffet Breakfast L Lunch D Dinner RM Regional Meal FD Farewell Dinner
BG Be My Guest Dining DW Dinner with Wine
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Britain & Ireland Grandeur
An experience of extremes, no corner of the British Isles is left unturned, from rural Glastonbury to its five ultraurban
capitals: Belfast, Dublin, Cardiff, Edinburgh and London.
It’s Insider moments like… driving through the streets in a Belfast Black Cab, as you hear the history of The
Troubles from someone who lived them. The gritty closeness of your cabbie’s memories is amplified by hearing
them with just a handful of travelers in such a unique setting. Borrowing his pen to add your own message to
Belfast’s peace wall, and pausing to hear the hidden messages behind the murals that pepper the city’s walls,
this cab ride covers the famous and the infamous of a two-sided city.
It's iconic places
City tour in London, Londonderry/Derry, Dublin, Belfast and
Edinburgh. Orientations of Plymouth, Bath, Cardiff, Limerick,
Galway, Chester, Glasgow, and York. Visit the ancient stone circle
at Stonehenge, the Roman Baths in Bath, Waterford Crystal
Showroom, Blarney Castle to kiss the stone, Giants Causeway,
Quarry Bank Mill, Culloden battlefield, Edinburgh Castle,
medieval Alnwick, Isle of Skye, and Shakespeare’s birthplace in
Stratford-upon-Avon. View the Mayflower Steps in Plymouth, the
magnificent Cliffs of Moher, the 18th hole at St Andrews, Eilean
Donan Castle, and York Minster. Scenic drives on a Cornish
Excursion, experience the Ring of Kerry and the rugged
Connemara countryside.
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Chester
Belfast
It’s travel beyond the expected
Day 1 | *Depart Canada
Overnight flight to London.
Day 2 | Arrive London (2 Nights)
Welcome to London! Relax after your journey and
look forward to your vacation in Great Britain and
Ireland. Hotel: Cumberland
Day 3 | London Sightseeing and Free Time
Marvel at the amazing sights during your included
half day guided sightseeing tour of London with a
A Local Expert. See the sights including Big Ben,
Westminster Abbey and the Houses of Parliament.
Later, spend time exploring the city independently or
go shopping in one of the famous London department
stores. (FB)
Day 4 | London | Stonehenge | Plymouth
(2 Nights)
Leaving the sights of London behind, travel to rural
Wiltshire and visit the mystical ancient monoliths at
Stonehenge. Later, arrive in the historic naval port of
Plymouth. This evening, get to know your companions
and Travel Director at a Welcome Reception, which
includes a typical British pub meal and drinks.
(FB WR) Hotel: Copthorne/Jurys Inn/Future Inn
Day 5 | Cornish Excursion
Your orientation of Plymouth includes the Mayflower
steps and see the Royal Citadel overlooking Plymouth
Sound. Cross the River Tamar and follow the Cornish
peninsula to St. Ives, the renowned artists’ colony.
Photograph St. Michael’s Mount near Penzance. Relax
and enjoy the stunning Cornish scenery! (FB)
Day 6 | Plymouth | Bath | Cardiff
On arrival in the city of Bath, admire the Georgian
buildings and visit the Roman Baths after which the
city is named. Spend some time exploring the city
before making your way to the Welsh capital Cardiff.
(FB) Hotel: The Parc Hotel/Maldron Hotel
Day 7 | Cardiff | Waterford
See the sights of Cardiff including the Millennium
Center and the National Assembly in Cardiff Bay. View
historic Cardiff Castle and see the Millennium Stadium.
Enjoy the scenic drive through Pembrokshire and
cross the Irish Sea to Rosslare. Enjoy dinner tonight
at your hotel in Waterford. (FB D) Hotel: Waterford
Marina/Filtzwilton Hotel
Day 8 | Waterford | Blarney | Kenmare (2 Nights)
Visit the renowned House of Waterford Crystal for a
A Local Specialty demonstration. Watch the master
craftsmen at work during your tour of the workshop.
At Blarney Castle, kiss the Blarney Stone and acquire
the ‘gift of the gab’. Cross the Kerry Mountains to
Kenmare, your home for the next two nights. Dine
tonight at your hotel. (FB D) Hotel: Kenmare Bay
Hotel/The Travel Inn Killarney/Carlton Hotel Tralee/
Gleneagle Killarney
Regional
Day 9 | Ring of Kerry Excursion
Today we experience Ireland’s most scenic coastal
drive around the Iveragh Peninsula, better known
as the ‘Ring of Kerry’. It is undoubtedly one of the
most magical and varied places in the whole of
Ireland and is truly a photographers delight. We will
also see Daniel O’Connell’s Cahirciveen, the fishing
village of Waterville, the Black Valley and Moll’s
Gap. Here mountains, valleys, lakes and sea blend
into a landscape that is often breath-taking beyond
words. (FB)
Day 10 | Kenmare | Limerick | Cliffs of Moher |
Galway
Drive through Adare, one of Ireland’s prettiest
villages, en route to Limerick on the banks of the
River Shannon. View King John’s Castle, St. Mary’s
Cathedral and the Treaty Stone. Visit the magnificent
Cliffs of Moher. In Galway, view the Cathedral and stroll
around Eyre Square. Dine tonight at your hotel. (FB D)
Hotel: Connacht Hotel/Maldron Hotel
Day 11 | Galway | Connemara | Donegal |
Letterkenny
From Galway travel through the dramatic Connemara
landscape. Later stop in Drumcliffe to see the grave
of W.B. Yeats. See the fishing village of Mullaghmore
where Lord Mountbatten once lived. Visit Donegal
and see the 15 th century castle before heading
to Letterkenny. Dine tonight at your hotel. (FB D)
Hotel: Radisson Blu Letterkenny/Clanree Hotel
Day 12 | Letterkenny | Londonderry | Giant’s
Causeway | Belfast
Cross the border to Londonderry in Northern Ireland.
Walk along the 17 th century city walls with your A Local
Expert and see the street murals of the Bogside. Visit
the Giant’s Causeway a UNESCO World Heritage
site and one of the most iconic natural wonders in
Britain. Finish the day with a scenic drive along the
Antrim Coast Road through Ballycastle to Belfast. (FB)
Hotel: Stormont Hotel Belfast/Europa Hotel
Day 13 | Belfast Sightseeing | Dublin (2 Nights)
This morning, meet your A Local Expert ‘Cabbie’ for
a trip through the famous city sights in a Black Cab.
Re-join your Travel Director and continue south. Cross
the River Boyne at Drogheda to enter the Irish capital
of Dublin, your home for the next two nights. (FB)
Hotel: Mespil/Bewleys Ballsbridge Hotel/Ballsbridge
Day 14 | Dublin Sightseeing and Free Time
See Trinity College, St. Patrick’s Cathedral, Phoenix
Park and the stately Georgian Squares with your
A Local Expert. Enjoy a A Unique Insight during
your included visit to the Guinness Brewery for
a Storehouse tour and pint-pulling demonstration.
Spend the rest of the day as you please, why not
explore Temple Bar or Grafton Street, famous for its
street performers. This evening consider joining an
optional experience to an Irish cabaret. (FB)

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Blarney
Start
End
North Atlantic
Ocean
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Donegal
ISLE OF SKYE
Londonderry
Day 15 | Dublin | Chester | Liverpool
Cross the Irish Sea to Wales and continue to Chester.
Your orientation walk here includes the Roman walls
and the famous Tudor ‘Rows’. Enjoy a A Unique
Insight into the life of the local Town Crier – an
esteemed position which dates back to medieval
times. Arrive later in historic Liverpool, hometown of
the legendary Beatles. (FB) Hotel: Jurys Inn Liverpool/
Jurys Inn Manchester
Day 16 | Liverpool | Quarry Bank Mill |
Lake District
After a leisurely start, visit Quarry Bank Mill, a National
Trust property that brings to life how communities lived
together during the Industrial Revolution. Manchester
and the surrounding area was greatly involved with
textile manufacturing during this period and today’s
visit will give you a A Unique Insight into life during
this important time in British history. Later, make your
way north to the idyllic Lake District. Travel along
the shores of England’s largest lake, Windermere.
View the grave of William Wordsworth, buried in the
village of Grasmere. Dine tonight at your hotel. (FB D)
Hotel: North Lakes Hotel/Castle Green Hotel
Day 17 | Lake District | Gretna Green | Glasgow
Cross the Scottish border and visit Gretna Green,
where eloping couples would make their vows over
the anvil. This afternoon, your orientation tour of
Glasgow includes views of the Cathedral, magnificent
George Square and the River Clyde, former heart
of the shipbuilding industry. This evening, join your
companions for a Regional Meal at a local restaurant.
(FB RM) Hotel: Marks Hotel/Jurys Inn
Day 18 | Glasgow | Glencoe | Isle of Skye
Travel along the bonnie banks of Loch Lomond
towards the site of the 1692 massacre at Glencoe
– ‘Glen of the Weeping’. Pass through Fort William
and see Britain’s Highest mountain, Ben Nevis. View
Eilean Donan Castle before crossing onto the Isle of
Skye. Dine tonight at your hotel. (FB D) Hotel: Dunollie/
Kings Arms/Tongadale
Day 19 | Isle of Skye | Loch Ness | Scottish
Highlands
Enjoy a scenic drive back to the mainland via Glen
Shiel and along the banks of Loch Ness, keeping
1
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1
Glencoe
St. Ives
St. Michael’s Mount
Number of overnight stays
Sightseeing stops
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Loch
Ness
GLASGOW
Giant’s Causeway
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SCOTLAND
LAKE
DISTRICT
WALES
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Culloden
Ferry
Pitlochry
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Glastonbury
St. Andrews
2 EDINBURGH
Gretna
Green
Alnwick
1 YORK
LIVERPOOL
1
Quarry
Bank Mill
Conwy Chester
ENGLAND
PLYMOUTH
English Channel
North
Sea
Stratford-Upon-Avon
Bath
2 1 LONDON
Stonehenge
FRANCE
an eye out for the elusive monster! Enjoy a special
A Be My Guest lunch in a beautiful Highland Castle.
Dine tonight at your hotel. (FB BG D) Hotel: Macdonalds
Four Seasons
Day 20 | Scottish Highlands | Pitlochry |
St. Andrews | Edinburgh (2 Nights)
Heading south, we stop in the picturesque village of
Pitlochry before heading to the historic town of St.
Andrews, the home of golf. Cross the Firth of Forth to
the Scottish capital, Edinburgh, your home for the next
two nights. During the Edinburgh Festival, tickets to
the Edinburgh Tattoo are included. (FB) Hotel: Marriott
Edinburgh/Cardrona Hotel Peebles/Jurys Inn
Day 21 | Edinburgh Sightseeing and Free Time
This morning, your A Local Expert takes you on a
sightseeing tour of this wonderful city, including a visit
to Edinburgh Castle, perched high above the city. See
the Royal Mile, Palace of Holyroodhouse and the new
Scottish Parliament building. Tonight, why not enjoy
an optional night out including traditional song, dance
and Scottish fare? (FB)
Day 22 | Edinburgh | Alnwick | York
Visit the medieval market town of Alnwick. See the
impressive castle and the Tenantry Column, topped
by the Percy Lion. Marvel at the magnificent scenery
en route to York where your walking orientation
includes the Shambles and the awe-inspiring Minster.
This evening enjoy a Farewell Dinner with your fellow
travelers. (FB FD) Hotel: Hotel 53/Novotel York Center/
Novotel Leeds
Day 23 | York | Stratford-upon-Avon | London
View Anne Hathaway’s picturesque thatched cottage
and visit Shakespeare’s Birthplace and Visitor Center
in Stratford-upon-Avon. Spend some time exploring
the town before heading back to London this
afternoon. (FB) Hotel: Cumberland
Day 24 | London | Canada
Say goodbye to your fellow travelers as you leave
London and return home with special memories. (FB)
Britain & Ireland Grandeur
24 days – 5 Countries
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From: C$4925 (per person twin share)
Includes: 22 nights’ accommodations (16 hotels).
22 full breakfasts. Be My Guest lunch.
10 dinners (including Welcome Reception,
Regional Meal, 7 three course dinners and
Farewell Dinner). All land transport shown
(including return ferry). All our featured
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