Tour Details - LONDON & PARIS: A TALE OF TWO CITIES
LONDON & PARIS: A TALE OF TWO CITIES
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Tour Duration: 7 days Tour Code: RFF2012 Tour Type: Prices From: A$1819 [Tour Dates]
Tour Itinerary
Day
Description
1
CHEERS, LONDON. Time at leisure today to rest before your adventure begins, or you may choose to set out on your own to discover London. At 6 pm, your Tour Director will meet you and your family for some activities to help you get acquainted with your travelling companions, followed by a special WELCOME PARTY & DINNER at your hotel. (D)
2
DISCOVER LONDON & RIDE THE LONDON EYE. Join your Local Guide on a traditional London double-decker bus for a memorable morning of sightseeing that includes all the famous landmarks: the Houses of Parliament and Big Ben beside the River Thames, Westminster Abbey, Whitehall's mounted horseguards and the Prime Minister's Downing Street, Piccadilly Circus, and Buckingham Palace. A special highlight is a "flight" on the LONDON EYE, the world's tallest observation wheel with stunning views of the city. The afternoon is free. Tonight, why not take in one of London's West End theatre shows? (B)
3
EXPLORE LONDON. The whole day is free for independent sightseeing. Consider an afternoon visit to the Tower of London, which has been guarded by the Beefeaters since the 14th century, or to Windsor Castle, the Queen's favourite residence. This evening, maybe dinner followed by a cruise on the River Thames? (B)
4
TRAVEL THE "CHUNNEL" TO PARIS, FRANCE & GO TO THE TOP OF THE EIFFEL TOWER Board the high-speed EUROSTAR TRAIN to the "City of Light." Later, ride the elevators to the TOP OF THE EIFFEL TOWER for spectacular views of the city. (B)
5
DISCOVER PARIS & VISIT NOTRE DAME. This morning, with your Local Guide, see the city where Remy, from the movie Ratatouille, discovered French cuisine. Admire some of the most famous sights: the Opera, Arc de Triomphe, Champs-Elysees, and visit NOTRE DAME CATHEDRAL, where Napoleon was crowned emperor in 1804. The balance of the day is at leisure for an optional excursion. (B)
6
EXPLORE PARIS. Spend the entire day exploring on your own, or join an optional excursion to immerse your family further into Parisian history and culture. This evening, a French SEND-OFF CELEBRATION DINNER has been included at a local restaurant to celebrate the success of your unforgettable vacation
7
PARIS. Au revoir. Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning. (B)
LONDON: Welcome dinner; guided sightseeing on a traditional doubledecker bus; ride the London Eye
LONDON-PARIS: By high-speed Eurostar train
PARIS: Ascend the Eiffel Tower to the top floor; guided sightseeing, visit Notre Dame Cathedral; Send-Off Celebration Dinner at a local restaurant
MEALS: Full buffet breakfast (B), 2 three-course dinners (D), including a welcome dinner in London and a Send-Off Celebration Dinner in Paris
Inside visits and special features are shown in UPPERCASE in the tour description, including admission charges where applicable.
Meals Breakfast - 6 Lunch - 0 Dinner - 2
Optional Excursions
To help plan your leisure time, as well as your pre-tour budgeting, here is a list of optional excursions that may be offered on this tour.
Availability is subject to sufficient participation, weather conditions, seasonal suitability, group interests, and general feasibility for your tour. Please note prices may be based on the previous year and are subject to change. Full terms and conditions are contained in the important travel documents.
Cost
Description
39
GBP
Name:TOWER OF LONDON AND CROWN JEWELS AFTERNOONS DAILY Location:LONDON Details:Let your guide bring the 900-year-old Tower Of London to life before you inspect the fabulous Crown Jewels. Afternoons daily.
39
GBP
Name:AFTERNOON EXCURSION TO WINDSOR CASTLE DAILY Location:LONDON Details:Enjoy your guided visit to the Queen's favourite residence, the largest inhabited castle in the world. The highlight is the newly refurbished state rooms.
49
GBP
Name:BUCKINGHAM PALACE AND THE ROYAL MEWS AFTERNOONS DAILY JULY 31 TO SEPTEMBER 30 Location:LONDON Details:First a guided visit to the Royal Mews to see the magnificent gold coach, then admire over 20 grand rooms in the palace used by the Queen for state occasions.
59
GBP
Name:A TASTE OF LONDON DAILY APRIL TO OCTOBER Location:LONDON Details:Ideal for your arrival day, this guided evening excursion includes a 3-course dinner with wine and beer at a contemporary London restaurant, followed by a narrated illumination cruise on the River Thames.
99
GBP
Name:SHOWNIGHT - BILLY ELLIOT (MONDAYS - THURSDAYS) Location:LONDON Details:A marvellous evening in London's theatre district starts with a gourmet dinner a The Bank restaurant in Westminster followed by best seats at the Victoria Palace Theatre to see the original London staging of the inspirational musical Billy Elliot.
99
GBP
Name:SHOWNIGHT - WICKED (MONDAYS - THURSDAYS) Location:LONDON Details:A marvellous evening in London's theatre district starts with a gourmet dinner at The Bank restaurant in Wesminster followed by best seats at The Apollo Victoria Theatre to see the sensational London production of Wicked.
140
GBP
Name:SHOWNIGHT - WICKED (FRIDAYS & SATURDAYS) Location:LONDON Details:A marvellous evening in London's theatre district starts with a gourmet dinner at The Bank restaurant in Wesminster followed by best seats at The Apollo Victoria Theatre to see the sensational London production of Wicked.
140
GBP
Name:SHOWNIGHT - BILLY ELLIOT (FRIDAYS & SATURDAYS) Location:LONDON Details:A marvellous evening in London's theatre district starts with a gourmet dinner at The Bank restaurant in Westminster followed by best seats at the Victoria Palace Theatre to see the original London staging of the inspirational musical Billy Elliot.
79
GBP
Name:WARWICK CASTLE, STRATFORD, OXFORD AND THE COTSWOLDS DAILY APRIL TO OCTOBER Location:LONDON Details:Marvel at mighty Warwick Castle before driving on to Stratford-upon-Avon to visit the birthplace of William Shakespeare. Travel to Oxford via the picturesque Cotswolds to enjoy a private tour of Christ Church College, a Harry Potter film location.
79
GBP
Name:LEEDS CASTLE, CANTERBURY, DOVER, GREENWICH AND RIVER THAMES CRUISE (MONDAYS, WEDNESDAYS , FRIDAYS, SATURDAYS AND SUNDAYS) Location:LONDON Details:Visit Leeds Castle for a private tour, then drive through Dover and see the famous white cliffs. Stop in the famous ancient city of Canterbury and see its magnificent cathedral. After visiting Greenwich enjoy an exclusive reception as you cruise on the River Thames back to London.
80
GBP
Name:ENGLAND IN ONE DAY (TUESDAYS, FRIDAYS AND SUNDAYS) Location:LONDON Details:Discover the mysteries of Stonehenge before arriving in the beautiful Georgian city of Bath. Time to shop and explore before heading out into the Cotswolds countryside to Stratford upon Avon and William Shakespeare's Birthplace. Enjoy champagne and scones in the picturesque garden before returning to London.
76
GBP
Name:LUNCH IN THE COTSWOLDS (TUESDAYS, THURSDAYS AND SATURDAYS) Location:LONDON Details:This full day tour takes in Burford with its tea houses, the pretty village of Bibury for a fabulous two course lunch in the Swan Hotel, Bourton-on-the-Water and Shakespeare's Stratford-upon-Avon. Scones served at Halls Croft, the home of Shakespeare's daughter, rounds off a perfect day out.
55
GBP
Name:STONEHENGE AND BATH (DAILY) Location:LONDON Details:A full day excursion includes pre-historic Stonehenge and all afternoon in the Georgian city of Bath.
43
EUR
Name:FAMILY DINNER IN PARIS Location:PARIS Details:Like Remy from Ratatouille, discover French cuisine at a three-course dinner with drinks in a local restaurant.
37
EUR
Name:SEINE CRUISE AND MONTMARTRE Location:PARIS Details:Discover more of beautiful Paris with a cruise on the Seine river and a visit to the artistic district of Montmartre, famous for the white-domed Basilica of the Sacre Coeur.
61
EUR
Name:EXCURSION TO THE PALACE OF VERSAILLES Location:PARIS Details:Take a short journey out of Paris with your local guide to the lavish 17th-century baroque palace built by Sun King Louis XIV, with its magnificent STATE APARTMENTS, Hall of Mirrors, and the Royal Chapel. Time to stroll through parts of the elegant 101 hecatare (250-acre) GARDENS. Note: This excursion is not available on Mondays and public holidays.
45
EUR
Name:EXCURSION TO THE LOUVRE MUSEUM Location:PARIS Details:Let your guide bring to life the most celebrated treasures of the impressive LOUVRE MUSEUM including da Vinci's famous "Mona Lisa." Note: This excursion is not available to groups on Tuesdays, public holidays, and Sundays.
Optional Excursions
