Traditional Grand European (KA) - 2013

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21 days from London to Paris


Traditional Grand European
Visit the great Colosseum in Rome
Visit the great Colosseum in Rome
Delightful Tuscan countryside
The iconic Chapel Bridge in Lucerne is the oldest wooden bridge in Europe
St. Peters Basilica in Vatican City
Changing of the Guard
St. Marks Square
Avignon Palace of Popes
Arc de Triomphe in Paris
Pay a visit to Cologne’s awesome gothic cathedral

Optional Excursions

The following list of optional excursions are examples only for this vacation. These optional excursions might or might not be offered. Whether it's a special dinner, a local show or a special behind-the-scenes glimpse into an historical site, optional excursions are a wonderful way to enrich your vacation even further. Plus, they give you flexibility. We include the must-see sites and experiences, and we also understand that people take interest in different activities and may want to craft a more personal vacation by hand-picking optional excursions that appeal to them.

Availability is subject to sufficient participation, weather conditions, seasonal suitability, days of operation, group interests, and general feasibility for your vacation. The approximate value listed gives you a good, general idea of what you can expect to pay but may vary once you are on your vacation. Some information provided might be in a foreign currency; you can use our online currency converter for exchange rate information.

Once you have booked your vacation, Globus provides the ability to pre-purchase excursions, register for your vacations and provide emergency contact information online.

A Taste of London
A unique chance to combine a traditional London pub experience with a relaxed, night-time river cruise, viewing some of the capital's most beautiful illuminated sights. Enjoy a three-course dinner with several local menu choices, including fish and chips and steak and ale pie at an historic London pub in the City of London. Following dinner you will enjoy scenic views from the comfort of your private cruiser, The Silver Bonito, owned by EDF Energy London Eye. Highlights include Tower Bridge, St. Paul's and the Houses of Parliament, with commentary from your guide as you cruise along the River Thames.
Approximate value: £61 GBP per person


Afternoon Excursion to Windsor Castle
Windsor Castle is the oldest and largest occupied castle in the world. One of the official residences of Queen Elizabeth II the castle is still used regularly for ceremonial and state occasions. Visit the magnificent State Apartments furnished with priceless works of art by Holbein, Rembrandt, Rubens and Van Dyck. See wonderful St.George's Chapel the burial place of ten monarchs including Henry VIII and Charles I.
Approximate value: £40 GBP per person


Buckingham Palace and the Royal Mews
Buckingham Palace serves as both the office and London residence of Her Majesty The Queen. During August and September when the Queen makes her annual visit to Scotland, the Palace's state rooms are open to visitors. These are the heart of the Palace, lavishly furnished with some of the greatest treasures from the Royal Collection which are used for ceremonial occasions and official entertaining. Before entry to the Palace you will visit the Royal Mews, one of the finest working stables still in existence. See the State vehicles, both horse-drawn carriages and cars, used for coronations, royal weddings and State Visits, including the magnificent Gold State Coach which has been used for every coronation since 1821 and was last used for The Queen's Golden Jubilee in 2002.
Approximate value: £51 GBP per person


Shownight - Billy Elliot (Monday Only)
This fully escorted, door-to-door evening excursion includes a gourmet dinner at a first class restaurant. Choose from a tasty 2 course, 3 choice menu with wine and coffee. Dinner is followed by best seats to see the original London staging of the inspirational musical Billy Elliot. One of the most celebrated, award-winning musicals on stage today, Billy Elliot has been dazzling London8217's West End since 2005, and has gone on to captivate audiences around the world. With unforgettable music by Elton John, sensational dance and a powerful storyline, this astonishing theatrical experience will stay with you forever.
Approximate value: £99 GBP per person


Shownight - Wicked (Monday Only)
This fully escorted, door-to-door evening excursion includes a gourmet dinner at a first class restaurant. Choose from a tasty 2 course, 3 choice menu with wine and coffee. Dinner is followed by best seats to see the sensational musical Wicked at the Apollo Victoria Theatre. "Wicked tells the incredible untold story of the witches of Oz and has been casting its spell over audiences across the world for a decade, winning over 80 international awards. Packed with thrilling technical wizardry, dazzling costumes and a brilliantly witty story, you'll be left spellbound by the powerful score, from multi GRAMMY and Academy Award winner Stephen Schwartz, that features the show-stopping Defying Gravity."
Approximate value: £99 GBP per person


Tower of London and Crown Jewels
The Tower of London is one of the most famous historic buildings in the world. Built by William the Conqueror in 1066-1067, it has been guarded by Yeoman Warders (popularly known as the Beefeaters) since the 14th century. It has been a fortress, a royal palace, a prison, a place of execution, and an armory. It is most famously known as the home to the priceless Crown Jewels, including the solid gold crown used at the coronation of Queen Elizabeth II, the Imperial State Crown and Sovereigns Sceptre, the incredible Cullinan diamonds, and the Koh-i-Noor.
Approximate value: £40 GBP per person


The Bulb Fields and Keukenhof
This colorful excursion drives through outstanding flower fields to Keukenhof Park, where you will have time to admire some of the world's most beautiful spring flowers. Garden enthusiasts and nature lovers can celebrate spring when the 79-acre (32-hectare) park will be a feast for the eyes, with a staggering 7 million bulbs in full bloom, flowering shrubs, centuries-old trees, and ornamental lakes with fountains. There are untold opportunities for amateur and professional photographers, and art devotees will also enjoy the pieces around the park by famous Dutch and foreign artists.
Approximate value: €34 EUR per person


Volendam, Its Windmill and Cheese Farm
Visit a Dutch cheese farm and windmill, before enjoying a drink in the quaint fishing village of Volendam, where many inhabitants still wear traditional costumes.
Approximate value: €26 EUR per person


Mount Pilatus
Journey almost 7,000 feet (2,132m) up - via the world's steepest cogwheel railway (with an inclination of 48 degrees), the silent aerial tramway and the panoramic gondola for spectacular views over central Switzerland. The Mount Pilatus mountain range was first inhabited by Celtic herdsmen and later became well-known to travelers worldwide when completion of the Gotthard Route made the area more accessible. The rugged cliffs above Lucerne have been cloaked in myth and legend since the middle Ages when it was believed a dragon with healing powers and spirits inhabited the rocky crevices. It has also been said the restless ghost of a Roman governor once found lasting peace in Lake Pilatus and for a long time it was forbidden to climb the mountain should they disturb Pontius Pilate. See why composer Richard Wagner, Queen Victoria (on horseback), King Don Carlos of Spain, Antarctic explorer Lincoln Ellsworth, Vladimir Lenin, leader of the Russian Revolution, and others who have reached the top, have been awed by the imposing Alpine panorama.
Approximate value: €58 EUR per person


One Hour Cruise on Lake Lucerne
Board your private motorboat for an enchanting and relaxing one-hour cruise on glassy Lake Lucerne, also known as the Vierwaldstattersee (Lake of the Four Forest Cantons). Marvel at the spectacular mountain scenery and admire fjords, bays, and rolling meadows.
Approximate value: €31 EUR per person


Swiss Folklore Party and Dinner
Contrary to belief, not all Swiss can yodel or blow the alphorn, but those you will meet at your after-dinner folklore party are real experts. They entertain you with merry melodies on the accordion and traditional dances, while you sample cheese fondue and a drink of your choice.
Approximate value: €72 EUR per person


Bavarian Evening
Where is the beer capital of the world? Where can you find so many beer-halls, beer-gardens, beer-cellars and the legendary Oktoberfest? ... Obvious it is MUNICH!!! Tonight join your Tour Director and dive into the heart of Munich's food and beer culture. Try a Bavarian three course dinner with coffee and a stein of beer (or wine or soft drink) and be ready to say "Prost!".
Approximate value: €56 EUR per person


Famous Hofbrauhaus
Enjoy a stein of beer at the famous Hofbrauhaus, where Bavarian musicians never fail to put everyone in a genuine "Oktoberfest" mood.
Approximate value: €27 EUR per person


Classical Austrian Dinner
Enjoy a 4-course Austrian dinner with drinks at a typical local restaurant.
Approximate value: €55 EUR per person


Heurigen Dinner
Enjoy dinner with music and wine at one of the Heurigen (wine taverns) in the wine-growing area of the Vienna Woods. A Heuriger is a tavern that serves its own wine from the current harvest year and traditional fare such as Wienerschnitzel and Apfelstrudel.
Approximate value: €53 EUR per person


Schoenbrunn Palace
One of Europe's most impressive baroque palace complexes, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and former summer residence of the imperial family, Schonbrunn was originally built in 1642 and later redesigned from the ground up by Empress Maria Theresa. The dazzling residential apartments and state rooms with their original furnishings and decorations, and the impressive park and gardens surrounding the palace, convey an authentic impression of the imperial lifestyle.
Approximate value: €44 EUR per person


Waltz and Operetta Concert
An opera house orchestra and soloists perform famous works by Johann Strauss, Lehar, Mozart, and more in one of the city's elegant concert halls.
Approximate value: €52 EUR per person


A Venetian Night Out Including Transfer
Travel by private water taxi along the splendid Grand Canal with its elegant palaces to a fine Venetian restaurant. Taste four mouth-watering courses of local specialties and wine or soft drinks. After dinner there is time to explore and absorb the unique, romantic atmosphere of Venice by night.
Approximate value: €71 EUR per person


Gondola Serenade
Enjoy a ride in a traditional gondola, gliding through centuries-old canals, under famous arched bridges, past lavish palaces and quaint piazzas. These long, narrow, flat-bottomed boats with a high prow and stern were designed specifically for the Venetian canals and made in unique shipyards called Squero. Black is the obligatory color, due to a law passed to reduce how the rich and noble over-decorated their personal craft. The comb at the front of the gondola is made of iron and serves not only to balance the boat, but is also the symbol of gondolas and Venice. The six comb teeth represent the six Venetian districts-i sestieri.
Approximate value: €38 EUR per person


Lagoon Cruise and Meal in Burano
Appreciate the peaceful vistas of the Lagoon while you glide past the islands of Santa Elena, San Michele and the famous Lido. On picturesque Burano island, renowned for its lace making and colorful houses, savor a mouth-watering meal, with drinks included. Afterwards there's time to shop and stroll.
Approximate value: €69 EUR per person


Orientation Drive & Roman Dinner
Enjoy an unforgettable drive through some of the "Eternal City's" more exclusive streets. Marvel at the impressive piazzas, fountains, ancient buildings in all their majesty, and much more. This tour will include a 4-course dinner, with wine and soft drinks, at a popular Roman restaurant.
Approximate value: €59 EUR per person


Roman Highlights
Enjoy a guided stroll through the historical center of Rome. Your Tour Director will propose a tailor-made itinerary featuring some of the city's authentic jewels. For instance: Trastevere and its Basilica of Santa Maria, or the baroque district with Campo de' Fiori, the Pantheon, San Luigi dei Francesi, famed Piazza Navona, Via dei Condotti, Piazza del Popolo with its church of Santa Maria del Popolo, and displays of Caravaggio paintings.
Approximate value: €38 EUR per person


Roman Highlights & Dinner
A guided stroll through the historical center of Rome. Your Tour Director will propose a tailor-made itinerary featuring some of the city's authentic jewels. For instance, Trastevere and its Basilica of Santa Maria, the baroque district, Campo de' Fiori, the Pantheon, San Luigi dei Francesi, famous Piazza Navona, Via dei Condotti, and Piazza del Popolo with its church of Santa Maria del Popolo and displays of Caravaggio paintings. After your walk, relax and enjoy a 4-course dinner, including drinks, at a popular Roman restaurant.
Approximate value: €65 EUR per person


Excursion to St. Paul de Vence
Marvel at the lovely landscapes on your way to Saint Paul de Vence, a medieval Provencal village made famous by world-renowned artists such as Chagall, Matisse and Cezanne, where you seem to travel back in time. Enjoy free time to wander through the paved historical streets lined with art galleries and craft shops, view the valley from the well-preserved cemetery ramparts, and enjoy the peace and harmony of this idyllic spot.
Approximate value: €27 EUR per person


Montecarlo by Night and Dinner
Enjoy a scenic drive along the Riviera followed by a delicious French dinner, with wine, in Prince Albert's Monte Carlo. On your walking tour of the Old Town, admire the cathedral and the royal palace. Time to gamble at the famous Grand Casino or to relax on a terrace, basking in the elegant atmosphere.
Approximate value: €67 EUR per person


Panoramic Drive and Provencal Dinner
Take in breathtaking views of the French Riviera on your way up through the famous corniche (cliff roads). Then, proceed to delightful Eze, perched on a rock 1,400 feet above sea level, for a tasty dinner in a traditional restaurant.
Approximate value: €52 EUR per person


Dinner and Show at La Nouvelle Eve
No visit to Paris is complete without a night out at the cabaret! Enjoy a whirling international dinner show (unlimited wine) at Pigalle's one and only La Nouvelle Eve.
Approximate value: €124 EUR per person


Dinner and Show at Moulin Rouge
Enjoy an unforgettable evening at the world-renowned Moulin Rouge, home of the French Can Can for more than a century. Dinner with half a bottle of wine is served during the show and a glass of champagne completes your evening in style.
Approximate value: €164 EUR per person


Excursion to the Louvre Museum
Your guide will bring to life the most celebrated treasures of the impressive Louvre Museum, including da Vinci's famous Mona Lisa. Built originally as a royal fortress in the Middle Ages, the Central Arts Museum was opened to the public in 1793. The Louvre holds 35,000 works of art divided into eight categories: paintings, prints & drawings, sculpture, decorative arts, Greek, Etruscan & Roman antiquities, Egyptian antiquities, Near Eastern antiquities, and Islamic art. NOTE: This excursion is not available to groups on Tuesdays, public holidays, and Sundays.
Approximate value: €45 EUR per person


Excursion to the Palace of Versailles
Travel out of Paris to the lavish 17th-century baroque Palace of Versailles, built by the Sun King, Louis XIV, with its magnificent State Apartments, Hall of Mirrors, and Royal Chapel. Your Local Guide will bring its history to life during your visit, then time at leisure to stroll through parts of the elegant 250-acre gardens. Louis XIII originally purchased Versailles and its surrounding land to serve as his hunting lodge. Later, his son, Louis XIV, decided to make it his seat of government, and in 1682, he installed his impressive court and numerous noble visitors in sumptuous surroundings, a symbol of absolute monarchy. NOTE: This excursion is not available on Mondays and public holidays.
Approximate value: €61 EUR per person