Trafalgar > The Cosmopolitan

The Cosmopolitan
23 Days starting from $3,175

Countries Visited:
Austria, France, Germany, Holland, Italy, Switzerland, United Kingdom

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Length: 23 Days
Type: Costsaver Europe & Britain 2008
Category: Discovery
Operator: Trafalgar
Tour Code: ECOS-2008
   
 
 
About This Tour


Cities Visited:
London, Paris, Lyon, Nice, Florence, Rome, Venice, Vienna, Innsbruck, Lake Lucerne, Rhineland, Amsterdam

 
  • What's Included
  • Itinerary
  • Dates & Prices
  • Sightseeing
  • Details
  • SPECIALS

Exciting Highlights
  • Dover: See the White Cliffs.
  • Paris: Sightseeing includes views of the Arc de Triomphe, Champs Elysées, Eiffel Tower and Notre Dame Cathedral.
  • Avignon: See the Palace of the Popes.
  • French Riviera: Fabulous drive along the coast. Orientation tour in Nice.
  • Monte Carlo: Excursion to see one of the casinos.
  • Pisa: View the Leaning Tower.
  • Florence: Spectacular views from Piazzale Michelangelo.
  • Rome: Sightseeing features St. Peter''s Basilica and views of the Colosseum and the Forum.
  • Venice: Cruise the canals by vaporetto. Visit a traditional glass-blowing factory.
  • Scenic Route: The Austrian Lake District and Italian/Austrian Alps.
  • Vienna: Sightseeing tour includes the Opera, Imperial Boulevards and the Hofburg.
  • Salzburg: Visit the baroque town of Mozart''s birth.
  • Innsbruck: See the Golden Roof, Wilten Basilica and Olympic ski-jump.
  • Liechtenstein: Visit the capital of the tiny principality, Vaduz.
  • Lucerne: Orientation includes the Lion Monument and medieval Old Town.
  • Schaffhausen: Stop to admire the Rhine Falls.
  • Heidelberg: View the Castle.
  • Black Forest: Drive through Germany''s famous forest and see Lake Titisee.
  • Rhineland: Scenic Rhine cruise (weather permitting).
  • Cologne: View the gothic Cathedral.
  • Amsterdam: Orientation tour plus a countryside excursion to Volendam. Visit a cheese farm and clog workshop.

Fabulous Sightseeing
Sightseeing/orientation in Paris, Avignon, French Riviera, Florence, Rome, Venice, Vienna, Salzburg, Innsbruck, Vaduz, Lucerne, Heidelberg, Cologne and Amsterdam.
Unbeatable Features
  • Accommodation in twin-bedded rooms with private facilities.
  • 1 Continental Breakfast and 2 Buffet Breakfasts in London.
  • Buffet breakfast daily whilst on tour
  • 10 Three course dinners – see day by day itinerary.
  • All hotel service charges, local taxes, baggage handling and hotel tips are included.
  • Services throughout the tour of a professional multi-lingual Tour Director.
  • The services of a Trafalgar Representative if you stay at the recommended London hotel.
  • Specialised local guide in Paris, Rome and Vienna.
  • Cross-Channel transportation.
  • Touring by luxury air-conditioned coach with reclining seats.
  • Complimentary pick-up and drop off at your Trafalgar London Hotel on the day of departure and return of the coach tour.
  • A stylish wallet, tour documents and map book journal.

Airport Transfers
  • London Gateways: A Trafalgar bonus – transfers can be expensive, particularly between the Airport and central London. When you book your Costsaver tour with Trafalgar your transfers to and from the airport are included. It''s that simple. Trafalgar has included a Free transfer to and from your airport and Central London.
  • Important – Please Note: Passengers will only be entitled to transfers to and from London Airports providing the following conditions are met:
  • You are staying at a London hotel, booked by Trafalgar, on the night of your arrival and the night prior to the date of your departure.
  • Flights are either booked by Trafalgar or detailed information on flights is provided by your Travel Agent not less than 21 days prior to departure.
  • Only one included transfer both inbound and outbound per tour is included by Trafalgar. Transfers are by express train to a Central London Rail Station.
  • Heathrow Express operates between 05.10-23.30. Gatwick Express operates inbound services between 05.20-23.45 and outbound services from 04.30-23.45. Transfers outside of these times are at the passengers own expense.
  • In the event of unforeseen events (road or rail works, demonstrations, strikes) Trafalgar will not be held responsible for delayed or cancelled transfers.
  • No refund is available for passengers not utilising this service.
  • Why not upgrade to a Hotelink transfer from the Airport to-the-door of your Trafalgar London hotel? (please ask Trafalgar or your travel agent of the additional upgrade price per person when booking)
  • European Gateways: With Trafalgar all passengers will receive complimentary arrival and departure transfers on the scheduled arrival and departure day of their tour at the times specified below. Please ensure your Travel Agent reserves your flight to co-ordinate with the transfer times shown.
  • With Trafalgar all passengers will receive complimentary arrival and departure transfers on the scheduled arrival and departure day of their tour at the times specified below. Please ensure your Travel Agent reserves your flight to co-ordinate with the transfer times shown.
  • Passengers arriving before or leaving after the scheduled tour days are not entitled to a transfer but may book and purchase one through Trafalgar providing that they also purchase the additional pre and/or post tour hotel night(s) from Trafalgar. Please ask for prices of transfers at the time of booking your extra night accommodation.
  • Land only passengers arriving or departing on the scheduled tour arrival or departure days but whose flights don''t coincide with the listed transfer times below may also book and purchase these transfers. Flight details must be provided to Trafalgar not less than 21 days before the flight departure.
  • Click here to see scheduled transfer times.
  • Day 1 - Depart USA Overnight transatlantic flight to London.


  • Day 2- Arrive London (2 nights) Time to relax after checking into your Trafalgar hotel.

    Hotel: Jurys Islington (2 nights)


  • Day 3 - London at leisure A full day at leisure to explore Britains capital. (Buffet Breakfast)


  • Day 4 - London - Paris (2 nights) A warm welcome from our Tour Director as we drive to Dover and view the White Cliffs. From here a short Channel crossing takes us to Calais in France and the elegant capital, Paris. (Continental Breakfast)

    Hotel: Mercure La Defense 5


  • Day 5 - Paris sightseeing & at leisure Our day begins with a guided sightseeing tour which includes views of the Arc de Triomphe, Champs Elysées, the Eiffel Tower and Notre Dame Cathedral. After there is time at leisure perhaps to, take an optional excursion to Montmartre and the imposing Sacré Coeur. (Buffet Breakfast)


  • Day 6 - Paris - Lyon We drive through the Forest of Fontainebleau and the wine growing region of Burgundy. Then travel along the valley of the River Saône to its confluence with the Rhône to arrive in Lyon for dinner and our overnight stay. (Buffet Breakfast / Dinner)

    Hotel: Kyriad Perrache


  • Day 7 - Lyon - Nice (2 nights) Today, via Montélimar, we arrive in Avignon with its Papal Palace. Then we continue through the beautiful countryside of Van Gogh to Nice on the French Riviera. (Buffet Breakfast / Dinner)

    Hotel: Busby (2 nights)


  • Day 8 - Nice & Monte Carlo Enjoy a full day to relax on the beach, or if you prefer, wander into the Old Town. This evening, we''re off on an included excursion to Monte Carlo, try out your luck at one of the casinos! (Buffet Breakfast)


  • Day 9 - Nice - Florence (Bisenzio) We cross the Italian border, past Genoa, Columbus'' birthplace, to Pisa with its famous Leaning Tower. Next on to Florence to enjoy a scenic view of the city from Piazzale Michelangelo. Later, there''s time at leisure to see the Cathedral, Giotto''s Bell Tower, Baptistery, Signoria Square and Santa Croce Basilica. (Buffet Breakfast / Dinner)

    Hotel: Granducato


  • Day 10 - Florence (Bisenzio) - Rome (2 nights) After breakfast this morning we enjoy some free time to shop for fine quality leather and gold before travelling through the olive groves and scenic vineyards of Tuscany to Rome for two nights. (Buffet Breakfast)

    Hotel: Parco Dei Medici (2 nights)


  • Day 11 - Rome sightseeing & at leisure Rome has many historical treasures. Our sightseeing tour shows us the main sights from views of the Forum and mighty Colosseum to St. Peter''s in the Vatican. Tonight, why not enjoy dinner in a local trattoria? (Buffet Breakfast)


  • Day 12 - Rome - Venice (Monastier) (2 nights) Today, cross the Apennine Mountains, then the delta of the River Po to arrive in magical Venice. (Buffet Breakfast / Dinner)

    Hotel: Park Hotel Villa Fiorita (2 nights)


  • Day 13 - Venice orientation & at leisure Today as we cruise along the criss-crossing canals we see vivid reminders of medieval maritime power and wealth. At leisure, why not venture out to the islands of the lagoon? (Buffet Breakfast / Dinner)


  • Day 14 - Venice (Monastier) - Vienna (2 nights) This morning we travel into the Carnian Alps to the Austrian border and Lake District. From here we enjoy a scenic drive to the Carinthian Lake District and the Alpine Highway. Next the Vienna Woods give way to the Danube Plains and Imperial Vienna. (Buffet Breakfast)

    Hotel: Kavalier (2 nights)


  • Day 15 - Vienna sightseeing & at leisure Our sightseeing tour of the city shows us the Opera, Imperial Boulevards, the Hofburg and the Parliament. Then time at leisure.(Buffet Breakfast)


  • Day 16 - Vienna - Innsbruck (Igls) We drive via Mondsee Lake and the Salzkammergut to Salzburg. Here an orientation reveals places associated with "The Sound of Music" and Salzburg''s famous son, Mozart. Next on to Innsbruck. (Buffet Breakfast / Dinner)

    Hotel: Bon Alpina


  • Day 17 - Innsbruck (Igls) - Lucerne (2 nights) Our morning orientation in Innsbruck reveals many delights such as the Golden Roof, Hofburg Palace, Wilten Basilica and the Olympic ski-jump. Then, we drive west to Vaduz, capital of the small Principality of Liechtenstein. Later, a scenic drive through Switzerland brings us to pretty Lucerne.(Buffet Breakfast / Dinner)

    Hotel: Weinhof (2 nights)


  • Day 18 - Lucerne orientation & at leisure Enjoy a full day to relax in this fascinating town. First an orientation shows us the medieval Old Town, poignant Lion Monument and Cathedral. Don''t miss the chance to join an optional to ascend one of the nearby surrounding mountains. (Buffet Breakfast / Dinner)


  • Day 19 - Lucerne – Rhineland (Mannheim) Today we travel to Schaffhausen to view the Rhine Falls. Then we drive into Germany, and past Lake Titisee in the heart of the Black Forest, before heading to the University town of Heidelberg. Here we view its famous castle before arriving at our hotel in Weinheim.  (Buffet Breakfast / Dinner)

    Hotel: NH Mannheim


  • Day 20 - Rhineland (Mannheim) – Amsterdam (2 nights) We enjoy a scenic Rhine cruise today beginning at St. Goar, sheltering beneath the Lorelei. We glide past castles and vineyards to Boppard. Then on to Cologne where we admire its Cathedral, before heading to the friendly city of Amsterdam. (Buffet Breakfast / Dinner)

    Hotel: Ibis Schiphol (2 nights)


  • Day 21 - Amsterdam orientation, Volendam excursion & at leisure Our orientation shows us the Tower of Tears, the Royal Palace, Dam Square and more. Then enjoy a visit to a diamond-polishing factory before we drive out of the city, to the fishing village of Volendam. We also stop to visit a cheese farm and a clog-making workshop. We return to Amsterdam with time at leisure.  (Buffet Breakfast)


  • Day 22 - Amsterdam - London Today''s journey takes us through Dutch and Belgian countryside to Calais. Here we board our ferry for the short sea crossing to Dover and our return to London by coach. (Buffet Breakfast)


  • Day 23 -London - USA Bid farewell on your return flight to the USA. (Buffet Breakfast)



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A NOTE ABOUT AIRFARE: We encourage you to buy your airfare from the tour operator, because if your tour cancels then your airlines tickets will be covered. Purchasing flights separately at a lesser rate and incorporating it with a Non-Guaranteed Departure Date can result in loss of total cost of your flight investment. Depending on the fare rules, flights may be Non-Refundable and/or Non-Transferable. Neither the tour operator and/or Atlas Cruises & Tours will be held responsible for loss if a tour is cancelled for Lack of Participation. If you would like to check for discounted fares on Guaranteed Departures or for competitive pricing on air and hotel packages, we invite you to follow this link.

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TRAVEL DOCUMENTS: Necessary Travel Documents such as Passports and Visas is the responsibility of the traveler. Passports must be valid six months from your return travel date.

         
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* For single travellers purchasing the twin-share option, please note that there is a no smoking policy in all shared rooms.
Please note: In addition to being sold out or on a request basis only, a tour departure may not be displayed on this site for operation reasons.
For details on discounts that apply to this tour please refer to a brochure or see your Travel Agent.
The displayed prices are based on twin-share accommodation. A single supplement price is available on request.
  • Dover
  • Paris
  • Avignon
  • French Riviera
  • Monte Carlo
  • Pisa
  • Florence
  • Rome
  • Venice
  • Scenic Route
  • Vienna
  • Salzburg
  • Innsbruck
  • Liechtenstein
  • Lucerne
  • Schaffhausen
  • Heidelberg
  • Black Forest
  • Rhineland
  • Cologne
  • Amsterdam
This list indicates brochure rates and dates.
* For single travellers purchasing the twin-share option, please note that there is a no smoking policy in all shared rooms.
Please note: In addition to being sold out or on a request basis only, a tour departure may not be displayed on this site for operation reasons.
For details on discounts that apply to this tour please refer to a brochure or see your Travel Agent.
The displayed prices are based on twin-share accommodation. A single supplement price is available on request.

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EARLY PAYMENT DISCOUNT - Save up to 10%

Many Trafalgar tours sell out months before the departure date, so book NOW to avoid disappointment.The earlier you pay, the more you save! If you book and pay in full you'll save up to 10% off the Land-only portion of your trip. Below is our Early Payment Saving options - pay between:

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All tours must be booked and paid for in full for this discount to apply. This discount does not apply to our Free & Easy Series, Greek Cruises, Egypt, European Express tour and extra night accommodation.*When booking our Basel to Amsterdam River Cruise please check our River Cruise brochure for the savings and discounts exclusions. Conditions apply.

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SAVE ON YOUR 2nd TOUR - Save 5%

Book two Trafalgar holidays, each 8 days or longer for a reduction of 5% off the land portion of the tour with the shortest duration. Take three tours and save on two! Ask your travel professional for suggestions on your perfect tour combination.

IMPORTANT: Tours are combinable with second and subsequent additional tours. Tours must be booked at the same time. Discount is per person only and does NOT apply to our Free & Easy Series, Cruises, Egypt and extra night accommodation or any combination of a tour plus a cruise or rail journey as shown in brochures. Please see our Trafalgar brochures for their saving or discount exclusions. Conditions apply.

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TRAVEL WITH FRIENDS - Save 5%

A party of five or more friends - Travel with 5 to 8 friends or family members on the same tour and everyone will receive a discount of 5% off the Land portion of the tour.

A party of 9 or more friends - Further significant savings are available for larger groups of friends and families traveling together. Ask your Travel Agent for full details.

IMPORTANT: Space is limited to one group per motorcoach, so book early! These discounts cannot be combined with any other rooming, Young Traveler or Triple Room Discounts. Names of all passengers traveling must be advised to Trafalgar at the time of booking in order to qualify. These discounts do not apply to extra night accommodation, are not combinable with our Frequent Traveler offer and are not available on Winter tours, Free & Easy Series, Cruises, Egypt, Turkey, Israel and Greece tours. Conditions apply.

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YOUNG TRAVELER AGES - SAVE 10%

Share your holiday memories with your family and take advantage of a discount on the Land-only portion of your tour. Young Travelers must be under the age of 18 years old on the tour departure date, and MUST be accompanied by and adult (limit of one young traveler per room).

On all escorted tours, children under 5 years old are NOT accepted. The Young Traveler must be the specified age at the time of travel to be eligible for this discount. This discount cannot be combined with our TRAVEL WITH FRIENDS DISCOUNTS, and is limited to one young traveler discount per room. It also does not apply to our Free & Easy Series, Cruises, Egypt, Turkey or Israel tours, extra night accommodation or London and gateway accommodation. Conditions apply.

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SINGLE TRAVELER room share and save

One of the great benefits of Escorted Travel is the ease of traveling solo, and with Trafalgar we make it simple by offering the following options:

Guaranteed Room Share

When traveling alone, we understand that some clients do not want to incur the expense of an additional single room supplement. With this in mind, on the majority of our itineraries, Trafalgar offers you the opportunity to purchase these tours on a 'room sharing' basis. We will accommodate you with a fellow passenger of the same sex on a 'twin room' basis (non-smoking rooms only). Please note that regrettably, we cannot guarantee that room mates will be of a similar age group. Even so, it is an enjoyable way to travel and get to make new friends and a positive way to stretch your vacation budget further. If we fail to match you we will provide a single room at no extra cost.

This service does not apply to our Free & Easy Series, Cruises, European Express tour, Egypt, Turkey, Israel and extra night accommodation. Conditions apply.

Single Supplement Value

If you prefer the privacy of your own room, you'll appreciate our low single room supplement.

TRIPLE ROOM DISCOUNT

Travel with three people, sharing one room and each of you will receive a discount off the land-only portion of your tour price. Each itinerary page will list the price reduction, see the tour of your choice.

Triple room discounts are based on sharing a twin-bedded room with an extra bed which may be a rollaway. This discount is applicable to itineraries featuring the Triple Room Reduction offer only.


   
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