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Take a once in a lifetime adventure across France, playing petanque in Provence, wine tasting in Chateau Le Luc, and jet-setting with the rich and famous on the French Riviera in Nice. This indulgent Tour de France showcases the famous bubbles of the Champagne region, the mustard making city of Dijon and the endless vineyards of Burgundy. The sights, tastes and tours are carefully curated at every stop across France starting in Paris, ensuring an authentic and immersive experience. From an ascent into the Alps to the fashionista ski resort of Chamonix to the stunning Mont St Michel abbey near Deauville, the itinerary doesn't miss a beat. In Saint-Malo, the City of the Corsairs—navigate the maze of medieval streets, humming with local markets and cubby hole cocktail bars.
- Business class coach with extended leg room
- Top-rated dining, from farm-to-table to local restaurants
- 4 & 5-star stays
- Les-Baux-de-Provence: Meet owners Jean-Benoît and Catherine at their organic olive mill, where sustainable farming promotes biodiversity. Explore the groves, learn about eco-friendly cultivation and taste exceptional oils of the highest quality. Your visit supports the United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 12: Responsible Consumption and Production.
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You’ll arrive in Paris with time to follow its broad boulevards, pause beneath elegant balconies and hear cafe chatter spilling onto the pavements. At the hotel, you’ll meet your Travel Director and fellow guests before heading to a local restaurant, where dinner is served from recipes made with fresh ingredients and the scent of home-style cooking drifts from the kitchen. As glasses are raised and plates are passed around the table, you savor your first dinner in Paris.
Paris, France
Paris has been a thriving city for more than two thousand years. It is known all over the world as a city of art and romance, from its high-end cafes to the famous visage of the Eiffel Tower.
Follow the River Seine to Rouen, capital of Normandy, to admire its ancient cathedral - a masterpiece of Gothic style and the subject of a series of paintings by Claude Monet. Wander through the narrow streets beneath the Great Clock to the Old Market Square. Here, a superb modern church memorializes the burning of Joan of Arc on this very spot in 1431. Continue to the charming fishing town of Honfleur and wander along the harbor or stroll through the colorful streets. Close by, visit a family-owned apple farm for apple juice, cider and calvados tasting. Later, arrive at your luxurious hotel, located in the chic seaside resort of Deauville.
Rouen, France
A city on the River Seine in the north of France. It is the capital of the region of Normandy. Formerly one of the largest and most prosperous cities of medieval Europe, Rouen was the seat of the Exchequer of Normandy during the Middle Ages.
Deauville, France
Deauville is a chic seaside resort in Normandy, famous for its elegant beach, casino, and horse racing, offering a classic French coastal escape.
Follow the route of the Rangers and visit the bunkers and the Rangers Memorial at Pointe du Hoc. Then with a Local Specialist, spend a few reflective moments at the American Military Cemetery of Saint-Laurent, near Omaha Beach. Explore Normandy with your choice. Choose to visit the D-Day Museum in Arromanches and see the remnants of the artificial port in the bay. Alternatively, visit the Bayeux Cathedral. This evening you are treated to a delightful dinner, which promises creative cuisine, seasonal ingredients and delicious wines.
Omaha Beach
Though this beachfront is not actually called Omaha Beach, that was the codename given to the Allied invasion of the beaches of Normandy on D-Day in World War II.
Arromanches-les-Bains, France
A coastal town in Normandy, famous for the remnants of the artificial Mulberry Harbour from the D-Day landings, a must-visit for history buffs.
Deauville, France
Deauville is a chic seaside resort in Normandy, famous for its elegant beach, casino, and horse racing, offering a classic French coastal escape.
Journey through bocage country and explore the hilltop abbey of Mont Saint-Michel with your Local Specialist. Situated on an island, the abbey is reached by a bridge across the shining sands. Behind the outer ring of defenses huddles the small town – its singular street containing shops, cafes and hotels. Continue to stunning Saint-Malo, situated on the Rance Estuary and one of the most charming places in France. A Local Specialist will take you on an exploration of the City of the Corsairs. Walk through the maze of streets of Intra Muros, the walled city, home of Jacques Cartier and other celebrated voyagers. At your leisure, you can wander around the ramparts of the thick city walls, offering fantastic views over the old town and the bay. By night, the town’s medieval maze of winding streets is abuzz with quaint bars and restaurants. Alternatively, you may wish to join an optional experience to Cancale, known throughout France for its oyster beds, for a delicious meal of fresh seafood and other Breton specialties.
Deauville, France
Deauville is a chic seaside resort in Normandy, famous for its elegant beach, casino, and horse racing, offering a classic French coastal escape.
Mont-Saint-Michel, France
Saint-Malo, France
Saint-Malo is a walled city on the northern coast of France that dates back to the sixth century AD. Its many history buildings dating back over a millennia have made it a popular destination for tourists and vacationers.
Head south through the Loire Valley, stopping to admire the moated Château d’Angers. Cross the river to Saumur, where you’ll join a local vintner for a guided tasting of the region’s elegant wines. Continue to the Château de Villandry, a masterpiece of Renaissance design, where you’ll explore its spectacular terraces, with ornate flowerbeds, tranquil pools and a flourishing potager. Later, arrive at your chateau hotel, sweeping views overlooking the capital of the Loire Valley.
Angers, France
A city in western France, about 300 km (190 mi) southwest of Paris. Angers enjoys a rich cultural life, made possible by its universities and museums.Main sights include the Chateau d'Angers, Saint-Maurice cathedral and more.
Saumur, France
Saumur is a historic town in France's Loire Valley, famous for its majestic château, quality sparkling wines, and the Cadre Noir cavalry school, earning it the nickname 'City of the White Horse'.
Montbazon, France
A charming town in the Loire Valley, known for its medieval castle and peaceful countryside, ideal for leisurely strolls and exploring historic ruins.
This morning, you might join an Optional Experience to the elegant Château de Chenonceau, set gracefully across the River Cher and surrounded by manicured gardens, or simply relax at your hotel. In the afternoon, meet your Local Specialist for an in-depth visit to the Château d’Amboise. Perched high above the Loire, this former royal residence was a political and cultural hub during the Renaissance, attracting Europe’s greatest minds. Stroll through its grand halls, adorned with period furnishings, and step onto the panoramic terraces overlooking the river. Here, you’ll also find the chapel where Leonardo da Vinci is buried, a poignant reminder of the close ties between the French court and the Italian master. This evening, enjoy a Farm-to-Table dinner at the historic Le Domaine de la Tortinière, featuring seasonal produce from its gardens and local farms for an authentic taste of the Loire Valley.
Amboise, France
is a commune in the Indre-et-Loire department in central France. It lies on the banks of the Loire River, 17 miles (27 km) east of Tours. Today a small market town, it was once home of the French royal court. The town of Amboise is also only about 11 miles (18 km) away from the historic Chateau de Chenonceau, situated on the Cher River near the small village of Chenonceaux. Its former name was Ambacia, from the old name of the river and marsh Amasse.
Traveling through the vast wheat fields of the Beauce region, Chartres Cathedral, nicknamed the 'Acropolis of France' by August Rodin, looms large on the horizon. Enjoy a guided tour of this architectural delight. From here, return to the French capital where your Travel Director introduces you to the fabulous sights of Paris, including the vast Place de la Concorde, where the guillotine once stood. Travel up the Champs Élysées to Napoleon's Arc de Triomphe. After dark, the City of Light really lives up to its name, when the monuments, buildings and bridges are lit up in all their glory. Add a special touch of excitement and glamour to your evening with the unforgettable thrill of a world-famous cabaret show — an Optional Experience not to be missed.
Paris, France
Paris has been a thriving city for more than two thousand years. It is known all over the world as a city of art and romance, from its high-end cafes to the famous visage of the Eiffel Tower.
During your time in Paris, see the impressive Eiffel Tower, the Luxor obelisk in the center of the Place de la Concorde and enjoy a drive along the Champs Élysées to Napoleon's Arc de Triomphe. You are in for a memorable evening with a delicious dinner of excellent French cuisine and wine to toast your journey through France.
Paris, France
Paris has been a thriving city for more than two thousand years. It is known all over the world as a city of art and romance, from its high-end cafes to the famous visage of the Eiffel Tower.
Through Champagne’s vineyard country, neat rows of vines line your route, changing with the seasons from tender green shoots to dense summer leaves and copper-toned autumn color. In Troyes, you wander through the medieval Old Town, looking up at crooked timber frames and painted houses leaning towards narrow streets. A glass of Champagne follows, with a soft pop of the cork, fine bubbles rising and the crisp taste of the region’s best-known export on your lips. In Dijon, your Travel Director leads you through streets lined with carved stone façades and traces the history behind the city’s architecture.
Troyes, France
A historic city in the Champagne region, known for its well-preserved medieval half-timbered houses and churches.
Dijon, France
The earliest archaeological finds within the city limits of Dijon date to the Neolithic period. Dijon later became a Roman settlement named Divio, located on the road from Lyon to Paris. The province was home to the Dukes of Burgundy from the early 11th until the late 15th centuries and Dijon was a place of tremendous wealth and power, one of the great European centres of art, learning and science.
In Dijon, you wander through old courtyards, gazing at the grand architecture left by the Dukes of Burgundy, whose power once rivalled that of France’s kings. You may choose an Optional Experience to Beaune, Burgundy’s wine capital, where glazed rooftops catch the light and cool cellars offer the scent of oak and ageing wine. Later, another Optional Experience takes you to the Premier Cru village of Fixin. Here, you raise a glass of Burgundy, taste its dark fruit and savor a traditional dinner as candlelight flickers across the table.
Dijon, France
The earliest archaeological finds within the city limits of Dijon date to the Neolithic period. Dijon later became a Roman settlement named Divio, located on the road from Lyon to Paris. The province was home to the Dukes of Burgundy from the early 11th until the late 15th centuries and Dijon was a place of tremendous wealth and power, one of the great European centres of art, learning and science.
As you climb into the high Alps, Mont Blanc rises above the valley and the air turns cooler around you. In Chamonix, you might ride the cable car for wide views across the mountain peaks and the resort far below, or explore the streets at your own pace beneath the surrounding slopes. This evening, you may choose an Optional Experience in a traditional chalet.
Chamonix, France
Located in the northwestern part of the Alps, about 90 minutes' drive from Geneva, it is a French town at an altitude of 1,035m on the border of Switzerland, France and Italy.
Between the lake and mountains, Annecy invites you into lanes crossed by narrow canals, where water laps against the banks beneath old bridges and medieval buildings lean towards one another. With free time in the Old Town, you can choose a place for lunch, follow the winding lanes through Little Venice and pause on the bridges to watch the reflections ripple below. From Annecy, you continue to Grenoble, then settle in for dinner at a local restaurant as the city lights begin to glow outside.
Annecy, France
Annecy is a small city in the Savoy region of France that started coming to prominence in the 1400s. It hosts a small annual film festival.
Grenoble, France
Situated at the foot of the French Alps, Grenoble is a city that dates back to Antiquity, and thus, has a rich history and architectural makeup. Popular attractions include La Bastille, Palace of the Parliament of Dauphine, Museum of Grenoble, and more.
Following the mountain road once traveled by Napoleon, you wind through steep passes and deep valleys before Provence opens towards the French Riviera. In Nice, you step into streets washed with Mediterranean color and set out to explore at your own pace. Later, you might wander through the Old Town, listening to voices echo between ochre buildings before reaching Cours Saleya, where fresh flowers fill the stalls and their perfume drifts between rows of bistro tables.
Nice, France
This city in southeastern France is located on the gorgeous Mediterranean Sea. Nice has been a tourist destination for hundreds of years, enticing first the British and then the rest of the world with is amazing scenery and beaches.
On the Côte d’Azur, you begin among stoppered bottles and carefully blended fragrances at a local perfumery, where floral, citrus and woody notes unfold one by one. In Monaco, you'll follow the bends of the Grand Prix circuit before selecting your preferred experience. At the Oceanographic Museum, you watch tropical fish move through blue-lit aquariums above the sea. Or enter the Royal Palace beneath painted ceilings, then step into the hush of Monaco Cathedral, where Princess Grace lies at rest. Later, you may join an Optional Experience to Èze, climbing through its medieval lanes to the Botanical Gardens, where sculptural cacti and succulents weave among the ruins of a fortress high above the sea.
Nice, France
This city in southeastern France is located on the gorgeous Mediterranean Sea. Nice has been a tourist destination for hundreds of years, enticing first the British and then the rest of the world with is amazing scenery and beaches.
Monaco City, Monaco
Located on a headland that extends into the Mediterranean Sea, Monaco is nicknamed The Rock. It has a Mediterranean climate, with an average temperature of 10℃ in January, 24℃ in August and 16℃ in the year.
Nice, France
This city in southeastern France is located on the gorgeous Mediterranean Sea. Nice has been a tourist destination for hundreds of years, enticing first the British and then the rest of the world with is amazing scenery and beaches.
High above the Riviera, you'll wander through Saint-Paul de Vence, passing fountains, vine-covered walls and glimpses of mountains and sea between the medieval lanes. Next, you try your hand at pétanque, weighing the metal boule in your palm before sending it skimming across the gravel. After the game, you'll raise a glass of anise-scented pastis. In Aix-en-Provence, the journey continues beneath the plane trees of Cours Mirabeau, where elegant mansions line the avenue on the way to your hotel.
Saint-Paul-de-Vence, France
Saint-Paul-de-Vence is a medieval hilltop village in Provence, famous for its well-preserved architecture, artistic heritage, and charming streets, recognized as one of France's most beautiful villages.
Aix-en-Provence, France
This city in southern France, just north of Marseilles, has a longtime reputation as a university town. It is a cultural center, and is home to many theaters for dance, concert, and drama.
At Pont du Gard, you stand beneath vast tiers of arches supporting the Roman aqueduct before continuing to Avignon, where medieval walls and the legacy of the 14th-century papacy surround you. Your MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience takes you into a local olive estate, where leaves rustle through the groves and you find out how olives travel from tree to table. During the tasting, you'll learn how to distinguish each note on the palate by comparing each oil’s aroma, color and texture. Back in Aix-en-Provence, the evening is yours to linger over a cafe table, browse the boutiques or enjoy the city at your own pace.
Aix-en-Provence, France
This city in southern France, just north of Marseilles, has a longtime reputation as a university town. It is a cultural center, and is home to many theaters for dance, concert, and drama.
Pont du Gard
Pont du Gard is a Roman monument built halfway through the 1st century AD. It is a three-leval aqueduct which allows water to flow across the Gardon River to supply the city of Nimes. It is one of France's top tourist attractions and a World Heritage Site.
Avignon, France
One of the few French cities to have preserved its ramparts.The historic centre, which includes the Palais des Papes, the cathedral, and the Pont d'Avignon, became a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1995. The medieval monuments and the annual Festival d'Avignon have helped to make the town a major centre for tourism.
Aix-en-Provence, France
This city in southern France, just north of Marseilles, has a longtime reputation as a university town. It is a cultural center, and is home to many theaters for dance, concert, and drama.
Among Arles’ honey-toned buildings, you pass the Roman Arena and the broken columns of the ancient theater, following streets that later caught Vincent van Gogh’s eye. Across the Languedoc, Carcassonne rises behind two rings of fortified walls. You enter beneath its towers, cross the worn paving within the UNESCO-listed fortress and look up at the medieval keep. In Albi, your Travel Director guides you past the Toulouse-Lautrec Museum and the immense red-brick walls of Sainte-Cécile Cathedral. Afterwards, you can wander at your leisure, perhaps pausing beside the Tarn, where the medieval arches of Pont-Vieux stretch towards Albi’s terracotta skyline.
Arles, France
This historical city in southern France dates back to ancient Roman times, and the ruins of the old amphitheater can still be visited today. Vincent Van Gogh, the famous impressionist painter, live here for many years, producing over 300 works.
Carcassonne, France
This fortified French town shows evidence of settlement dating back to around 3500 BC. The most notable feature of the town is the medieval walls that surround it.
Albi, France
Albi is a historic city in southern France, famous for its distinctive red-brick architecture and the UNESCO-listed Sainte-Cécile Cathedral, earning it the nickname 'The Red City'.
With a full day at leisure, you might follow Albi's russet lanes to where the nutty scent of local cheeses mingles with butter-rich pastries beneath the ironwork of the covered market. Perhaps wander through the gardens of the Palais de la Berbie, among sweeping arabesques of deep-green boxwood curled across white gravel. You could also join today’s Optional Experience to Puycelsi, Castelnau-de-Montmiral and a village marché. This evening, you'll settle into a local restaurant and savor a dinner prepared with carefully selected fresh ingredients.
Albi, France
Albi is a historic city in southern France, famous for its distinctive red-brick architecture and the UNESCO-listed Sainte-Cécile Cathedral, earning it the nickname 'The Red City'.
In Cahors, you stand before the three fortified towers of Pont Valentré. Weaving through the open-air market, you may pause over baskets of seasonal produce and bottles of the city’s deep-red Black Wine with its notes of blackberry, plum and black pepper that dance on the tongue. Continue to Rocamadour, where stone lanes rise in tiers above the Alzou canyon, tracing a pilgrimage route traveled for centuries on the Camino de Santiago. Later, take your seat for a Farm-to-Table Dinner, tasting ingredients sourced nearby and sipping regional wine as each course arrives.
Cahors, France
Cahors, a historic town in southwest France, is famed for its robust "black wine" and centuries-old architecture. Stroll through medieval lanes and cross the iconic Valentré Bridge to discover its charm.
Rocamadour, France
Rocamadour is a spectacular medieval cliffside village in southwestern France, renowned for its religious sanctuary and dramatic architecture built into limestone cliffs.
Traveling through the Dordogne Valley, you step into the cool half-light of Lascaux II, where reproductions of prehistoric horses, bulls and deer sweep across the cave walls in ochre, charcoal and rust. In Sarlat-la-Canéda, wander through a medieval center of honey-gold limestone, passing carved doorways, shuttered windows and narrow lanes that glow warmly in the light. The scent of baking pastry and coffee may drift from nearby cafes as you linger beneath the old façades and watch the town move around you. This evening, the journey winds through the wooded Dordogne countryside back to your hotel for dinner.
Lascaux, France
Lascaux is renowned for its prehistoric cave paintings, a major archaeological site with a replica cave open to visitors.
La Roque-Gageac, France
La Roque-Gageac is a stunning village in the Dordogne department, nestled between cliffs and the Dordogne River, recognized as one of France's most beautiful villages.
Arriving in Paris, you’re free to follow its broad avenues, settle at a cafe table or wander along the river as the scent of warm bread drifts from nearby boulangeries. After dusk, bridges and elegant buildings glow against the night, their reflections trembling across the Seine. Later, you settle in for French cuisine and wine, tasting each course as glasses catch the soft light across the table.
Paris, France
Paris has been a thriving city for more than two thousand years. It is known all over the world as a city of art and romance, from its high-end cafes to the famous visage of the Eiffel Tower.
Today, you'll leave the French countryside behind as you transfer to the airport.
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- TRIP RUN BY INSIGHT VACATIONS.
- Day 1: Complimentary arrival transfers depart Charles De Gaulle International Airport (CDG) from Terminal 2F at 08:30, 11:00 and 13:30 and from Terminal 1 at 09:00, 11:30 and 14:00 on the first day of the tour. Guest should arrive at least 2 hours before the last transfer time. Please be aware when booking your flights.
- Day 22: Complimentary departure transfers arrive at Charles De Gaulle International Airport (CDG) on the last day of the tour at 08:00 and 11:00.
The drop off is at Terminal 2 E/F (only place we are allowed to drop) and Terminal 1. - CHARGEABLE TRANSFERS: Chargeable transfers available in Paris. Guests who have booked their extra hotel nights with us, or whose flight times do not coincide with the shuttle coach timings may purchase a chargeable transfer. However, guests booking independent hotel nights should make their own transfer arrangements.
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Touring: By air-conditioned / air-ventilated motor coaches. Please note that on some Regional European First Class Tours and London sightseeing, motor coaches without toilet facilities are used. In the Middle East and South America, air-conditioned / air-ventilated motor coaches (or minibuses) without toilet facilities are used. If due to circumstances beyond our control coaches are used otherwise than as advertised, a refund of $10 per person will be made.
Touring: By air-conditioned / air-ventilated motor coaches. Please note that on some Regional European First Class Tours and London sightseeing, motor coaches without toilet facilities are used. In the Middle East and South America, air-conditioned / air-ventilated motor coaches (or minibuses) without toilet facilities are used. If due to circumstances beyond our control coaches are used otherwise than as advertised, a refund of $10 per person will be made.
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Porterage & Luggage Allowance: Baggage handling for one suitcase per person on tour, at hotels, is included in the tour price. Due to limited coach capacity, this single bag should have dimensions not exceeding 30"x18"x10" (76x46x25cm) and weight not exceeding 50 lbs (23kg). A charge of up to US$5 per traveling day will be collected by the Tour Director if a second piece of baggage is carried, or if the suitcase exceeds the established weight and/or dimensions. However it cannot be guaranteed that more than one suitcase will be carried. Hand luggage should be one piece per person and should be limited in size (not exceeding 30x28x14cm or 12x11x6) so as to fit under your coach seat or in the small overhead shelf. These are the responsibility of each tour member and should be taken onto the motor coach with you. Please note that luggage with telescopic handles and wheels will not fit in the overhead compartments and can therefore not be accepted as carry-on luggage for safety reasons. Porterage at train stations is not included. We will not accept liability for any loss or damage to baggage or any of the passenger's belongings. Passengers should report any lost items to the Tour Director who will assist in completing a lost property form that can be used for any insurance claim in this matter. However, we cannot assist in locating any lost items once the passenger has returned home.
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our Only (Land Tours) No. of days prior to tour departure* and Cancellation Free as a % of total price:
- Over 45 days: $US200
- 45 - 22 days: 25%
- 21 - 8 days: 30%
- 7 - 1 days: 50%
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Tour Prices:Are based on costs, charges, tariffs, rates, prices, taxes, levies and exchange rates as at time brochures went to print. Should these change, the price of your vacation may increase. No surcharges in respect of cost or currency fluctuations will be made once payment for the deposit of your land tour is received. This does not apply to fuel surcharges and any taxes, charges or levies imposed by any government or their agencies. In exchange for these guarantees, no refund will be made if costs are reduced. Please note that if the total tour price increases by more than 10%, passengers will have the right to cancel their tour within 7 days of notification of the surcharge without penalty.
Tour Cancellation: We reserves the right to cancel or re-schedule any tour departure in accordance with operating requirements or circumstances beyond its control. If cancellation is made any time prior to departure* of the tour, our only liability will be to refund to the passenger the amount it has received for the tour booking.
We are not responsible for any other travel arrangement affected due to our cancellations.
Travel Insurance: We recommend that all passengers purchase comprehensive travel insurance. Certain countries have a requirement for foreign visitors to have valid medical insurance on entry. We cannot be held responsible if a passenger is denied entry for being unable to provide details to the authorities of such insurance. We do not employ staff doctors or nurses. Should you need medical attention, it will be at local facilities, at your expense. We are not responsible for any costs incurred as a result of medical services, or for the quality of medical care or medical services you receive.
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General Information and Conditions
Tour Prices:Are based on costs, charges, tariffs, rates, prices, taxes, levies and exchange rates as at time brochures went to print. Should these change, the price of your vacation may increase. No surcharges in respect of cost or currency fluctuations will be made once payment for the deposit of your land tour is received. This does not apply to fuel surcharges and any taxes, charges or levies imposed by any government or their agencies. In exchange for these guarantees, no refund will be made if costs are reduced. Please note that if the total tour price increases by more than 10%, passengers will have the right to cancel their tour within 7 days of notification of the surcharge without penalty.
Tour Cancellation: We reserves the right to cancel or re-schedule any tour departure in accordance with operating requirements or circumstances beyond its control. If cancellation is made any time prior to departure* of the tour, our only liability will be to refund to the passenger the amount it has received for the tour booking.
We are not responsible for any other travel arrangement affected due to our cancellations.
Travel Insurance: We recommend that all passengers purchase comprehensive travel insurance. Certain countries have a requirement for foreign visitors to have valid medical insurance on entry. We cannot be held responsible if a passenger is denied entry for being unable to provide details to the authorities of such insurance. We do not employ staff doctors or nurses. Should you need medical attention, it will be at local facilities, at your expense. We are not responsible for any costs incurred as a result of medical services, or for the quality of medical care or medical services you receive.
Complaints procedure: Should you have a complaint in respect of your vacation, you should inform your Tour Director/Representative immediately. If the matter cannot be resolved after the Tour Director's/Representative's best endeavors to do so during the holiday.
Responsibility:
- The Operators shall be responsible to the passenger for supplying the services and accommodations described on the website, except where such services cannot be supplied or the itinerary used is changed due to delays or other causes of whatever kind or nature beyond the control of the Operators. In such circumstances, the Operators will do their best to supply comparable services, accommodations and itineraries and there shall be no refund in this connection.
- Where the passenger occupies a motorcoach seat fitted with a safety belt, neither the Operators nor their agents or co-operating organizations or service providers concerned will be liable for any injury, illness or death or for any loss or damages or claims whatsoever arising from any accident or incident, if the safety belt is not being worn at the time of such accident or incident.
- Transportation companies, are not to be held responsible for any act, omission or event during the time passengers are not on transportation or conveyances. We rely on international convention which may apply to the services provided by us, our suppliers or agents with respect to any claim of any nature brought by you against us as a result of the provision of those services. International conventions which apply may include: Warsaw Convention 1929, (as amended by Hague Protocol and Montreal Protocol) in relation to air travel, or Montreal Convention; the Berne Convention for rail travel; Athens Convention 1974 for carriage by sea; the Geneva Convention for carriage by road and the Paris Convention 1962 for Hotels. We are to be regarded as having all benefit of these conventions on limiting our liability in relation to any claim for death, injury, loss, damage and delay to passengers and luggage. Enrollment in and payment for a tour shall constitute agreement and acceptance by the passenger of the terms and conditions set forth in this brochure which cannot be varied except in writing by an officer of the Company.
- In the case of computer or human billing error we reserve the right to re-invoice passengers with correct billing.
- We are not responsible for omissions, printing and/or typographical errors, in brochures, on Internet sites correspondence or invoices or in any other media where such information may be presented. We reserve the right to make corrections as required. The terms and conditions listed remain in effect until replaced. These terms and conditions replace all previous versions.
Prices may vary and are subject to availability by season, weekend, and/or holiday.
While we will make every effort to maintain a regular operation, we reserve the right to cancel a scheduled trip and issue a full refund to affected customers under special circumstances.
We reserve the right to modify the tour arrangements for smooth operation of the tour.
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Passports are needed when traveling outside your home country. Your passport should be valid for 6 months beyond the conclusion of your trip.
You are responsible for obtaining all necessary visas prior to the departure of your tour. Depending on your nationality, you may need visas to enter certain countries included on your tour. Please note that obtaining visas can take up to six weeks prior to your departure. It is strongly advised that you consult your travel agent, and local Consulate or Embassy of the country you are visiting, well in advance to determine which visas you require and how to obtain them.
The meals on tour will provide you with a balanced diet and are based on local foods and menus. We can accommodate passengers who prefer a vegetarian diet and can assist with diabetic, gluten free and other medically recommended diets. Please advise at time of booking. We regret that we are unable to supply meals in accordance with strict religious requirements.
Most hotels do offer laundry service, and in some cities Laundromats are also available. However, it is a good idea to try and pack enough clothing without having to do laundry, as it can sometimes be costly and/or inconvenient.
Yes, your Tour Director will implement a seat rotation system, whereby passengers rotate seats on the coach daily. This allows for all passengers to experience the different views from various seats and maximize interaction.
We regret that no refunds can be made for absences from a tour, including but not limited to, missed meals or sightseeing.
Due to limited space on the motor coach, you are requested to bring one suitcase per person with the dimensions of 30in. x 18in. x 10in. (76cm x 46cm x 25cm) and weight not exceeding 23kg. You can also bring one piece of hand luggage, provided it is small enough to take on the coach and does not have telescope handles.
Yes, baggage handling is provided at no extra charge. One suitcase per person will be brought to your hotel room.
We have pre-paid certain tips and gratuities for you such as all baggage handling at hotels and ports. Tips to restaurant staff for meals are also included in the price of your tour.
Tips are customarily given to your Tour Director, Driver and Local Guides at your discretion. The recommended amounts are: Tour Directors US$4 per day, Drivers US$2.50 per day and Local Guides US$1 per day.
Yes, as long as it is fully collapsible, non-motorized and you are traveling with an able-bodied companion capable of pushing you in it. Please advise us when booking if you plan to bring a wheelchair.
There will be a maximum of 49 people on First Class, CostSaver and Breakaway tours throughout Europe.
Absolutely. We design each itinerary with the perfect balance between planned itineraries and time on your own to explore.
Rest assured that you will ride in comfort, as we have the finest fleet of air-conditioned motor coaches, all with reclining seats from Mercedes, Setra, Volvo and Fiat.
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