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France & Central Europe in 19 Days • 17 Nights in Destination

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The perfect trip to discover the Old Continent! This adventure combines a complete historical tour of France and a fascinating train journey around the capitals of Central Europe.

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Vienna
Budapest
Prague
Berlin
Caen
Loire Valley
Mont Saint Michel
Normandy
Paris
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All flights
Accommodation
Some transfers
Activities
Breakfast only
Availability
Departures available until
until December 2023
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From + $1,150
Categories available
charm
included

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Accommodation: 17 Nights

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Included activities

Included
Included activity for day 3 in Paris
Duration 02:00h Approx. Pick up time: info at destination
Physical rating:
Moderate

Paris Sightseeing Tour

Discover some of the most iconic and memorable places of Paris and admire the beauty of this incredible and romantic city. See Place Vendôme Square, marvel at the Paris Opera House and head to the Latin Quarter to see the impressive Pantheon.

What's included: Pick up at hotel. Panoramic tour of Paris by bus with English speaking guide. Stop at Eiffel Tower for pictures. Not included: Drop off at hotels, entrance tickets to monuments, meals, drinks, tips and any other service not mentioned in `what's included´

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Included
Included activity for day 4
Duration 02:00h Approx. Pick up time: info at destination
Physical rating:
Moderate

Visit to the Chambord Chateaux & Estate

Visit the incredible Chambord Castle & Estate, one of the most emblematic chateaux in France and the finest example of French-Renaissance architecture!

What's included: Entrance included. Free time to discover the castle and its gardens Not included: Audio-guide (can be purchased at the destination)

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Included
Included activity for day 5 in Tours
Duration 01:30h Approx. Pick up time: info at destination
Physical rating:
Moderate

Castle of Amboise

This historic Castle, built in the late 15th century, became the favored royal residence under Charles VIII. Thereafter a place of residence for French kings from the 15th to the 19th century.

What's included: Entrance fee to Castle of Amboise. Free time to visit the site. Not included: Guide or audio-guide, meals, drinks, tips or any other service not mentioned in what's included.

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Included
Included activity for day 5 in Tours
Duration 02:00h Approx. Pick up time: info at destination
Physical rating:
Light

Visit to the Castle of Chenonceau

Known as the 'Ladies Castle', this two-story castle perched on a bridge over the River Cher. Constructed in 1513, the castle is defined by an almost uninterrupted succession of women who built, restored and saved it.

What's included: Entrance included Not included: Audio-guide (can be purchased at the destination)

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The price includes

  • premium care
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  • Departures from main US airports.
  • International flights: US - Paris, Paris - Berlin, Budapest - US.
  • Train 2nd. Class: Berlin - Prague, Prague - Vienna, Vienna - Budapest.*
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  • 17 nights accommodation in Charm category hotels. **
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  • 17 Breakfasts.
  • Airport-hotel-airport transfers included.
  • Entrance to the most famous Loire valley castles: Chambord, Chenonceau & Amboise and to Mont-St-Michel Abbey.
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  • Air taxes and fuel surcharge.
  • Sightseeing tour of Paris, guided tour of Normandy World War II landing beaches and city tours in Berlin, Prague & Budapest.
  • English speaking tour leader from day 4 to day 8. ***
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  • Cheese factory experience with tasting.

*The cancellation policy applicable is according to the Terms and Conditions available and agreed at the time of your purchase

Not included

Tax, meals, drinks, tips and any other services not mentioned in what's included.

In Berlin, Prague, Vienna & Budapest the transfers from the Train stations to the hotels and viceversa are not included. You will have the possibility to add a private transfer for an additional cost in the next step of the booking process.

About France:

** Important: accommodation tax is not included and must be paid directly to the hotel (Approx. 1,50€ per person per night).

*** A professional English-speaking tour manager will be travelling with the group in France from day 4 to day 8.

About Central Europe (Berlin, Prague, Vienna & Budapest): 

* Transfers from the Train stations to the hotels and viceversa are not included. You will have the possibility to add them to your program for an additional cost in the next step of the booking process.

*** Please note: this part of the itinerary is an independent tour, not a group tour. It includes accommodation, some activities and some transfers, but you will not be accompanied by a guide throughout the entire trip in Centraleurope, nor will you be traveling in a group.

Train tickets included in the program are in 2nd Class.

  • Entry requirements
    Valid passport with a minimum of six months validity.
  • Visa
    No visa is required for tourist stays of up to 90 days.
  • Currency
    Euro.
  • Language
    French.
  • Electricity
    230 V. Adapter not required.
  • Health
    There are no mandatory vaccinations required.
  • Time zone
    UTC + 01:00.
  • Other useful information
    Taxis do not have a particular colour, however you can spot them at the station or in the street by their luminous lettering on the roof of the car.
  • Tourist Office website
    http://ee.france.fr/

Remember to download your e-ticket to confirm the times of your flights and to complete online check-in using the airline's website, or directly at the check-in desk at the airport.

Accommodation at the hotels is as indicated. In the event of any changes to accommodation, they will always be of the same or a higher category. The category of hotels is not standardized across all countries in the world. For this reason, the criteria may differ depending on the destination country's own standards.

In the case of adverse weather conditions, for safety reasons or for any other reasons deemed appropriate, the order and duration of the excursions included in the itinerary may be changed or canceled without prior notice.

If you have reduced mobility/require the use of a wheelchair and prefer to go at your own pace, please contact our customer service team at +1 888-488-0592 or via our contact form.

 

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