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On arrival in London, meet your Ritz Tours representative at the airport and enjoy a comfortable transfer to the city. Along the way, stop by Windsor Castle*, the oldest occupied castle in the world and Queen Elizabeth II's favorite weekend retreat. See inside this ma...
Following breakfast, start your sightseeing at Her Majesty's Royal Palace and Fortress, the Tower of London*. Learn its storied history and legends as you explore this eerie castle, and hear how Anne Boleyn and Catherine Howard, two of Henry VIII's six wives, were exe...
Today, depart on the high-speed Eurostar train to Paris. Thrill as you arrive in the âCity of Lights,â whose landmarks inspire genuine awe. Upon arrival, explore at your own pace, perhaps relaxing at a café or strolling the handsome boulevards and streets. Later today, relax on an optional scenic River Seine Cruise, feasting your eyes on Notre Dame Cathedral and other landmarks from the water.
This morning, enjoy a guided visit to the Palace of Versailles*, the gilded residence of France's kings from 1682 to 1789. Marvel at the formal gardens and majestic palace and then return to Paris to visit the peerless Louvre Museum*, home to many of the world's great...
Leaving Paris, travel by coach to Lucerne in Switzerland. Tucked between Lake Lucerne and snow-tipped mountains, this lovely city encapsulates Switzerland's reputation as âthe playground of Europe.â If time allows, enjoy a short tour to its postcard-pretty Chapel Brid...
This morning, admire Lucerne's Chapel Bridge and Lion Monument if time didn't allow visits yesterday, and perhaps join our optional excursion to Mt. Pilatus, traveling up the 6,953-foot mountain by the world's steepest rack railway to enjoy the breathtaking views from...
Glamorous Milan combines contemporary swagger with a rich history. Today, dive into this bustling city that embodies Italy's passions for fashion, food and design. See magnificent Milan Cathedral and La Scala Opera House, where greats including Maria Callas and Lucian...
Today brings a trip to magical Venice, the hub of trade between Europe and the Orient in medieval times. Walk across the St. Mark's Square, one of the most beautiful squares in the world to , visit St. Mark's Basilica located in the heart of the city. Fusing Gothic, B...
Today's destination is Pisa, where you'll marvel at the remarkable Leaning Tower of Pisa. After taking in the tower, continue by coach to Tuscany's graceful capital, Florence. Considered the âCradle of the Renaissanceâ, Florence was home to Renaissance luminaries incl...
This morning, arrive in Rome, a UNESCO World Heritage site and sightseer's paradise. Tour the best of Italy's glorious capital, dubbed the âEternal Cityâ. See the Vatican City, the papal residence and spiritual center for the world's 1.2 billion Roman Catholics; strol...
Savor the memories of your odyssey around Europe as you take your return flight to the USA..
Relax on your international flight to London as you start your journey to the Old World.
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