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CONTENTS 32 handcra ed itineraries to reveal the best of Europe. Discover the individual beauty across 23 countries during Autumn, Winter and Spring.The Real Thing 6-7 GREAT BRITAIN AND IRELAND Days PagesMake a Di erence 8-9 6 34-35Free to Be 10 Real Britain 7 36-37Your Happy Place 11 Irish HighlightsYour Savings 12-13 Days PagesBooking Conditions 74-75 FRANCE, SPAIN,Extend Your Stay and Airport Transfers 76 PORTUGAL AND MOROCCO 9 38-39MyTrafalgar and Visa Cancellation Fee Waiver 77 9 40-41 Enchanting France NEW 9 42-43 Spanish Wonder 13 44-45 Wonders of Portugal NEW 16 46-47 Highlights of Spain and Portugal Spain, Morocco and PortugalCHRISTMAS SPECTACULARS Days Pages CENTRAL, EASTERN Days Pages Festive St. Petersburg and Moscow 7 14-15 AND NORTHERN EUROPE Christmas Markets of Austria, 10 48-49 Germany and Switzerland Prague, Vienna and Budapest 10 50-51 German Christmas Markets Imperial Europe 6 52-53 Northern Lights of Iceland incl. the Blue LagoonITALY AND COMBINATIONSSimply Italy 8 16-17 EASTERN MEDITERRANEAN Days PagesGreat Italian Cities Best of Greece with One-Day Cruise OptionReal Italy 8 18-19 Egyptian Itineraries 8 54-55Wonders of Italy NEW Jordan Experience with Dead Sea Option 9, 9, 12 56-57Best of Italy Days Pages Best of Turkey 58-59 8 20-21 Best of Israel 5 60-61CITY EXPLORERS 10 22-23 14 62-63London Explorer 10 24-25 EUROPEAN DISCOVERIES 9Paris Explorer 11 26-27 European Highlights with Eurostar Option 13 28-29 European Traveller Days Pages European Dream Days Pages Delights of London and Paris 7 64-65 8 30-31 European Whirl with Eurostar Option 8 66-67 8 32-33 8 68-69 9 70-71 12 72-73TRIP STYLE KEY Regional Explorer Christmas Spectaculars Discoveries At Leisure Country Explorertrafalgar.com costsavertour.com 1st Edition FE, 20 Apr 2018 a family of brands ttc.comPrinted in Singapore Trafalgar is a member of the family-owned The Travel Corporation (TTC) and is renowned and trusted for its outstanding quality, service, value, reliability and financial stability.2 *Cover price based on the Best of Turkey February 10, 2019 departure

It’s the sight of pure-white snow blanketing the Alps in Switzerland. It’s the crunch of Autumn leaves as you wander the streets of Venice. It’s the warmth of mulled wine at the oldest Christmas market in France. It might be a minute, an hour, a day. It’s found in a ‘pinch-me’ moment you didn’t expect, but will change the way you see the world forever;a world that isn’t black and white, but a kaleidoscope of colour – from the burnt orange of Autumn, to the ice blue of Winter and the green of a new Spring. That’s the beauty of Europe. From the iconic to the unexpected, Trafalgar connects you to the magic of the seasons and the colours of the world like no other. You choose the destination, we do the rest. It’s the people and places we’ve known since 1947, with feedback from over five million guests like you that fuel our innovation to cra Simply the Best holidays and bring you The Good Life.million+ 2 years Happy Guests of Guided Travel Italian Alps 3

OUR TRAVEL STYLES We've designed a variety of ways to share the secrets of Europe. Enrich your soul with the colour of the seasons in your choice of travel styles. Whenever you want to go, however you want to travel, that’s The Good Life. COUNTRY EXPLORER DISCOVERIES REGIONAL EXPLORER One country, Tick off multiple countries Get to know two or more done in depth in one amazing adventure countries really well With less distance to cover, you’ll be able Make the most of your time in Europe You’ll get a feel for a region, without to focus on exploring a country or region and see what makes this continent so seeing the entire continent. Regional special. Thanks to multilingual Travel Explorer trips connect you to people, on a deeper level. You’ll see the icons, Directors and Local Specialists, seeing places and experiences, with just the right but then go where other travellers don’t different cultures has never been so easy. amount of cross-cultural immersion. (and some places many locals don’t even You’re also guaranteed local connections through our Be My Guest experiences. know about). AT LEISURE CHRISTMAS SPECTACULARS See Europe and Britain at a slower pace Seasonal Specials Holidays don’t have to be fast paced Discover the festive charm of travelling –if you like yours in the slow lane, you’ll during the holiday season. Be swept up love our At Leisure trips. These journeys in the magic of local Christmas markets, traditional tasty treats and spectacular are crafted to give you more time to get lost, enjoy spontaneous moments frozen landscapes. and sleep in, while still gaining an appreciation for the regions you visit.4

OUR PROMISE TO YOU Exceptional holidays since 1947, with 80+ awards as the world's best guided holiday company. The Real Thing From sampling Tuscan flavours in a 12th century castle, to gingerbread and steamy bratwurst at a German Christmas market, we connect you with the ‘soul’ of Europe through the seasons. You’ll break bread with locals, dive into culture and be enriched by the magic of Autumn, Winter and Spring. Read more, p.6 Free to Be Get the real thing, without having to worry about a thing. We enable you to be truly in the moment, connected and inspired by the colours of Europe. Your handcrafted holiday and expert team ensure that you make the most of every day, leaving you ‘Free to Be’. Read more, p.10 Your Happy Place Whether you find it amidst the fairy lights lighting up the Champs-Élysées, or the fresh yellow daffodils at Buckingham Palace, we’re your champions of happy so you can let your best self shine. But don't take our word for it, take it from our travellers living The Good Life through the seasons. Read more, p.11 5

The RealThingWe connect you with the heart of CONNECTEurope in every season, whether WITH LOCALSit’s breaking bread with localson a Be My Guest dinner, A Real Taste of Cultureor seeing fairytales cometo life at Strasbourg’s Warm up with a homecooked meal (and a local wine,Christkindelsmärik or three!), and hear stories of daily life on an exclusive–the oldest Christmas Be My Guest experience. This is the real taste of Europe,market in France. on a platter just for you.It’s these ‘pinch me’moments that other  Look out for the BG notation within the itinerarytravellers may never day-by-day for your Be My Guest experience.know about orhave access to,but will colouryour worldforever. MORILLO FAMILY CASTLE OF TREBBIO SEVILLE, SPAIN FLORENCE, ITALY Enjoy a traditional The Pazzi and de Medici feud Andalusian dinner with is brought to light in this visit the Morillo family at their to the 12th century Castle of estate in Seville, where Trebbio where you will enjoy you’ll learn how to produce a traditional Tuscan buffet, and get to sample their explore the castle dungeons famed olive oil (after a and indulge in olive oil and welcome drink of sangria!). wine tasting. Spanish Wonder, p.40 Simply Italy, p.206 Pantheon on a snowy Winter day, Paris, France

STAYS WITH STORIESLiving the LegacyStay warm and cosy in accommodation that’s so much more than just a bed forthe night, but an important piece of local heritage. When immersed in the souland the stories behind it, you live the legacy yourself.HOTEL CENACOLO CHÂTEAU DE BEAUVOISASSISI, ITALY LOIRE VALLEY, FRANCEBuilt to welcome pilgrims visiting Join the ranks of King Louis XII at thisAssisi, Hotel Cenacolo is a fully extravagant 15th century French castle,renovated old Franciscan convent complete with sprawling gardens thatin nearby Santa Maria degli Angeli. show o the seasonal colours. Château de Beauvois, FranceBest of Italy, p.28 Enchanting France, p.38DIVE INTO CULTURE HIDDEN GEMSBeyond the Icons Local Secrets RevealedLeave your guidebook at home and discover the magical moments of each Your Travel Director will help you find theand every season. Whether it’s the smell of roasted chestnuts and gingerbread magic moments of Europe, enriching yourat Strasbourg’s Christkindelsmärik, a display of delicate glassblowing on soul with the colour of each season. On everyGiudecca Island, or a tour of the Vatican’s smooth and spiral staircase, in a part trip, they’ll surprise you with Hidden Gemsof the Museum not open to the public. It’s these insider moments, secret spots and secrets spots that you may never haveand local friends that will stay with you forever. the chance to discover alone. We can’t tell you exactly where they are – that would ruin the moment. But you won’t be disappointed. 7

MAKE A GIUDITTA BROZZETTI STUDIO SCHLOSS LEOPOLDSKRONDIFFERENCE PERUGIA, ITALY SALZBURG, AUSTRIATravel Today, Sustain Tomorrow Find Marta Cucchia in actionat her The hills are alive at this handsomeWe strive to make an impact globally, locally workshop in Perugia (main image), 18th centuryestate outside Salzburgand individually – from connecting you with established in 1921. She's the only where The Sound of Music's mostJoinTrafalgar experiences on trips where you can person in the world still using romantic scenes were filmed.help us support local communities, to reducing jacquered wooden looms to weave Staying here means you'll helpour carbon footprint worldwide. Umbrian, Medieval and Renaissance JoinTrafalgar keep this iconic hotel designs from wool and silk. Your and its museum alive and preserve visit supports JoinTrafalgar's efforts scenes from the beloved classic to keep this ancient craft alive. for generations to come.  On selected itineraries.  V isit trafalgar.com to see on which selected European trips you can enjoy these8 unique JoinTrafalgar experiences, and all other worldwide trips where you can Make a Difference.

THE REAL THING Our Three TreadRight Foundation Commitments As the non-profit arm of our family of travel brands,Invest in Local Communities TreadRight is dedicated to supporting sustainable Enjoy the holiday of tourism initiatives around the world. a lifetime and support the By offering financial support, TreadRight invests in local heritage of the people and community development projects and programmes that preserve the environment, with the ultimate goal of partnering communities you meet for a better future. along the way. Environmentalist and filmmaker Protect the Environment Céline Cousteau was a natural We enable you to minimise ambassador for TreadRight. As the granddaughter of explorer Jacques your travel footprint and Cousteau, she has grown up with reduce the environmental travel in her blood. impact on the places we visit. \"If you’re visiting a destination, you want the places to be alive, vibrantPartner for a Better FutureWe’re working with employees, and healthy, both economically andpartners and guests to support environmentally. To do that, you need to be able to take tourists to places that need the additional communities around the support, to small artisans that don’t get a lot of exposure, world. From volunteering to those hidden gems that are really worthwhile. I think that adventures with ME to WE brings a special, bespoke side to Trafalgar’s trips. At the end in India and Kenya to life of the day, people want meaning and purpose in their travel. changing development People want to experience a place wholly and deeply\".projects like bringing educationto underdeveloped areas with COACH TRANSPORT IS A GREENER WAY TO TRAVEL Free the Children, we make ≈ 85% less CO2 per passenger kilometre than car and air travel ≈ 40% less CO2 per passenger kilometre than rail travel a difference. 9

Fre to BJust choose your destination and YOURwe’ll take care of the rest. We enable DEDICATED TEAMyou to be truly in the moment, withoutneeding to worry about a thing. We’ll Show You the WayYou will enjoy rich, real connectionswith the places you go, and leave Our Travel Directors, Local Specialists and Drivers will share theconnected and inspired magic of each season in every step, giving heartfelt service andby our colourful world. colouring your European experience in Autumn, Winter and Spring.We bring you the very best T R AV E L LOCAL DRIVERShandcrafted holidays and an expert DIRECTORS SPECIALISTSteam that will enable you to make the Your Driver will getmost of every day, effortlessly delving Your on-trip Connect with the you there in stylein the beauty of the seasons and concierge and places you go onleaving you ‘Free to Be’. the ultimate local and comfort. expert, we've a deeper level No stress about trained our Travel with insights and unfamiliar tra ic Directors to be anecdotes from rules – just recline best in class, and relax as you understanding people on the watch the world what’s so special ground. Ask your about travelling Local Specialists go by. through the anything. seasons. YOUR HAND- CRAFTED HOLIDAY Make the most of your every day All your essentials are taken care of, from accommodation, meals and sightseeing to those 'pinch me' moments of deep local connection. Your time is precious and it’s in the best hands.10 Vineyards in Autumn, Modena, Italy

You Happ Plac We are your champions of happy. Whether you find it on the spring green hills out of Salzburg, the hidden streets of Venice while covered in autumn leaves, or sampling famous sherry in the city of Jerez, we’ll connect you to the moments that will let your best self shine. But don't take our word for it, take it from our travellers living The Good Life through the seasons.REAL GUEST Meet Chye HewFEEDBACK HAPPY GUEST, FROM AUSTRALIABecause We Believe So Much In WhatWe Do, See For Yourself «Our Travel Director’s passion for his job was unchallenged and his knowledgeWe care and we listen closely to our guests. We publish our of the history of the places we visited was astoundinglylive, unedited reviews online for everyone to see. It's this real comprehensive. Best of all, he looked a er our exclusiveguest feedback which fuels our innovation to continuely cra needs and tried his best to please each person in some way.Simply the Best holidays. The sights we saw were incredible and the intimate Be My Guests dinners pulled at the heartstrings».à Go to trafalgar.com/reviews to see for yourself. Smiles All AroundOur guests create infinite travel memories. These are endorsed by our real, unedited 4.6 star Feefo satisfaction rating. See what’s happening live by searching #simplytrafalgarWELLY, ENGLAND CLAUDIA, ITALY RHODA, ENGLAND COLLEEN, TURKEY TrafalgarTravel TrafalgarTalk TrafalgarTravel 11

YOUR SAVINGS BOOK EARLY EXCLUSIVE SAVE AIR DEALS .% TRAVEL WITH US FOR LESS -(up to US$261*) when you pay in full by getting to your holiday destination 23 August 2018. has never been more a ordable SAVE CONTACT US OR YOUR TRAVEL AGENT % FOR SPECIAL LOW FARES TO GET YOUR HOLIDAY(up to US$174*) when you pay in full by 25 October 2018. STARTED RIGHT BOOK NOW Book Early Savings Conditions: *Per person, based on the Northern Lights of Iceland incl Blue Lagoon 22 December 2018 departure. These Book Early/Early Bird savings apply to the land portion of selected holidays and departures. See itinerary pages. Can be combined with other discounts, where applicable. Not available on our CostSaver trips. Pay your deposit when booking and the balance by the date shown. Exclusions may apply and the o er may be withdrawn without notice. Savings are subject to availability; check the dates and rates section of the trip online at trafalgar.com for current savings availability. See page 74 for full conditions.12

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TRAVEL STYLE THE ESSENTIALS All taken care of FESTIVE a 6 nights[ ST. PETERSBURG Hotel accommodation AND MOSCOW b 8 meals 6 hot buffet breakfasts 2 dinners7 days - 1 country FROMUS$1725 PP* c On-trip transportCode: WFSM PER PERSON TWIN SHARE All transport shown (including high speed train). All transfers shownWalk in the footsteps of Peter the Great along the winter-white THE REAL THINGcarpets of St. Petersburg and Moscow – a discovery of Russia's Trafalgar highlightsvibrant, modern culture, haunting history, grand palaces and theimposing Red Square, on this festive sojourn to two fairy-tale Enjoy our hand-picked Trafalgarimperial cities. Insider Experiences. Here’s a sample of what you can expect. 3 ST. PETERSBURG RUSSIA SMALL GROUP SIGHTSEEING HIGH-SPEED TRAIN Visit the home of the Tsars on a guided tour 3 with a group size of fewer than 25 guests, exploring the treasures of St. Petersburg's MOSCOW Hermitage Museum LOCAL SPECIALIST For included sightseeing in St. Petersburg and Moscow HIDDEN TREASURE Enjoy at least one surprise Hidden Treasure THE ICONS City tour in St. Petersburg ▶ Moscow Visit the Hermitage Museum ▶ the Peter and Paul Fortress in St. Petersburg ▶ the Kremlin in Moscow View the Tsar's Winter Palace ▶ Nevsky Prospekt ▶ St. Isaac's Cathedral and the statue of Peter the Great in St. Petersburg ▶ Red Square and St. Basil's Cathedral in Moscow SIMPLY THE BEST Take it from our real reviews from real guests, we’ve earned an average 4.6 satisfaction rating. See all at: trafalgar.com/reviews14 Christmas market in Red Square, Moscow Start End Overnight stays Sightseeing stops

YOUR HOLIDAY 7 Depart Moscow YOUR HOLIDAY PLANNER For now it's time to say a sad do svidaniya to1 Arrive St. Petersburg (3 Nights) two great Russian cities. Airport transfers are PRICE PP PRICE PP Imposing, stately, magnificent – St. Petersburg available. Conditions apply. (BB) extends her warm welcome for a festive Start End Twin Start End Twin sojourn that will see you visit two imperial St. Share St. Share cities cloaked in a magical winter blanket. Petersburg Moscow Petersburg Moscow Meet your Travel Director and fellow travellers for a Welcome Reception and light dinner at WE 12 DEC TU 18 DEC 1725 qns SU 30 DEC SA 05 JAN 1850 your hotel before an enchanting introduction MO 17 DEC SU 23 DEC 1725 2019 1725 of the city during an orientation drive. (WR) WE 19 DEC TU 25 DEC 1725 MO 07 JAN SU 13 JAN Hotel: Courtyard by Marriott Vasilievsky qs SU 23 DEC SA 29 DEC 1850 SEAAVRILNYGBSIRSDAVE US$139p.p.2 St. Petersburg Sightseeing d Single Supplement (add to price above): US$420p.p. Admire Peter the Great's inspiring vision that culminated in the creation of a majestic city to r Multiple trip discount: : Young traveller discount: rival Europe's most magnificent capitals. Join SAVE up to US$46 SAVE US$170 your Local Specialist on a sightseeing tour that will take you past the Tsar's regal Winter Palace, s Triple room discount: ; Pastguests: St. Isaac's Cathedral and the grand avenue SAVE US$290p.p. Access to VIP benefits of Nevsky Prospekt. Included is a visit to the 18th century Peter and Paul Fortress. (BB) q Christmas & New Year's Eve Highlights: CHRISTMAS SPECTACULAR The 23 December 2018 departure will3 Hermitage Museum Visit and celebrate Christmas in St. Petersburg. The St. Petersburg e d 30 December 2018 departure will toast New Catherine the Great's cherished collection of art Year's Eve in St. Petersburg. Each of these takes centre stage today as we enjoy a Small specially arranged festive meal celebrations Group Sightseeing visit to the Hermitage will replace one of the included meals Museum with a Local Specialist. Navigate the featured in the itinerary. spectacular corridors that house one of the world's largest and most valuable art collections w Hermitage: Visit will take place on Day 2 representing the development of world culture instead of Day 3 on this marked departure. and art from the Stone Age to the 20th century. Spend the rest of the day exploring the grand 5 Kremlin: Visit will take place on Day 6 boulevards, golden spires and regal façades of instead of Day 5 on these marked departures. this great city. Why not end your St. Petersburg visit in a colourful whirl of traditional dance at a For my part, I travel not to go f MORE ABOUT YOUR TRIP Russian folklore show? (BB) anywhere, but to go. I travel for travel’s sake. The great affair is Airport transfers: On arrival at St. Petersburg4 St. Petersburg ▶  High-Speed Train to move. Airport transfers will operate at 2.30pm ▶  Moscow (3 Nights) and 5pm. Guests arriving later should make Tuck into hearty Russian fare before embarking Robert Louis Stevenson their own way to the hotel. Return transfers by high-speed train to Moscow, passing a on the last travel day will arrive at Moscow wintery landscape of soaring church spires and (19th-century Scottish novelist, poet, Sheremetyevo Airport at 5am and 11am and at small villages. The Russian capital wears its essayist and travel writer) Moscow Domodedovo Airport at 5am and 1pm. extraordinary triumphs and tumultuous history Important Visa Information: Visas are on its sleeve and we have an opportunity to required for this trip. Please speak to your explore both over the next few days. Follow the travel agent at the time of booking to assess imposing red walls of the Kremlin and chilly your specific requirements. Visas cannot be banks of the Moskva River on this exploration issued at borders in Europe. of Russia's political, economic, religious and Gratuities: Option to pre-pay gratuities for financial hub. (BB) Hotel: Marriott Tverskaya Travel Director and Driver US$68 per person. WiFi: See page 74 for details.5 Moscow Christmas Markets e d Book early for great savings - see pages 12-13. An enchanting winter wonderland awaits as Extra nights' accommodation page 76. we admire the more than 400 dazzling light * All prices are per person, twin share. installations that illuminate the city for its Visit trafalgar.com for availability, up-to-date annual Christmas Light festival. Meander itineraries and Optional Experiences. through bustling squares that come alive with Christmas Market stalls – smells of mulled wine, gingerbread and caviar-filled crepes fill the air while stalls spill over with an astounding array of handcrafted gifts. Join a Local Specialist on a sightseeing tour to see the vibrant façade of St. Basil's Cathedral and visit the Kremlin. Then there's plenty of time to stock up on festive souvenirs and explore one of the world's grandest cities on your own terms. (BB)6 Moscow e Moscow's fascinating history and culture are yours to explore today. Spend your full day at leisure discovering the victories and tragedies that have shaped this magnificent city, from the elegant frescoed metro stations to the sad graveyard of Fallen Monuments. Consider visiting one of the city's museums or take an Optional Experience to Sergiyev Posad, the largest religious and cultural centre in Russia. Our journey together is almost at its end as we join our travel companions for a Farewell Dinner. (BB, FD)d Insider Experience BB Buffet Breakfast RM Regional Meal DW Dinner with WineWR Welcome Reception FB Full Breakfast BG Be My Guest Dining FD Farewell Dinnere Free time L Lunch D Dinner 15

TRAVEL STYLE THE ESSENTIALS All taken care of CHRISTMAS MARKETS a 7 nights[ OF AUSTRIA, GERMANY Hotel accommodation AND SWITZERLAND b 11 meals 7 hot buffet breakfasts 4 dinners8 days - 4 countries FROMUS$1575 PP* c On-trip transportCode: WCMA PER PERSON TWIN SHARE All transport shown All transfers shownCandles and carols, snowflakes and stollen – wander through THE REAL THINGcentral Europe's cosy Christmas markets sipping toasty Glühwein Trafalgar highlightsas you admire the handmade wooden toys, delectable Christmasfare and intricate decorations drawing crowds every year to enjoy Enjoy our hand-picked Trafalgarits enchanting festive cheer. Insider Experiences. Here’s a sample of what you can expect. LOCAL SPECIALIST For included sightseeing in Vienna and Salzburg HIDDEN TREASURE Enjoy at least one surprise Hidden Treasure THE ICONS Visit the Christmas Markets of Vienna ▶ Salzburg ▶ Munich ▶ Innsbruck ▶ Luc erne City tour in Vienna ▶ Salzburg Orientation of Munic h ▶ Oberammergau ▶ Innsbruck ▶ Luc erne Visit Vaduz the capital of Liechtenstein View Mozart's birthplace in Salzburg ▶ the Marienplatz in Munich ▶ the Golden Roof in Innsbruck ▶ the Lion Monument and Chapel Bridge in Lucerne See stunning Alpine sc enery SIMPLY THE BEST Take it from our real reviews from real guests, we’ve earned an average 4.6 satisfaction rating. See all at: trafalgar.com/reviews GERMANY MUNICH VIENNA 2 2 Oberammergau SalzburgZURICH LIECHTENSTEIN AUSTRIA 2 Vaduz 1 INNSBRUCKLUCERNESWITZERLAND16 Traditional Christmas treats Start End Overnight stays Sightseeing stops

YOUR HOLIDAY yours to explore this charming Swiss city, or join YOUR HOLIDAY PLANNER your Travel Director for an Optional Experience1 Arrive Vienna (2 Nights) to the peak of a nearby mountain top. Tonight, PRICE PP PRICE PPWrite your very own Christmas story on a festive we celebrate our magical journey together Start End Twin Start End Twinforay to some of Europe's most magical Christmas Vienna Zurich Share Vienna Zurich Share during a Farewell Dinner filled with ChristmasMarkets. Our journey begins in Vienna, which you cheer and all the trimmings. (BB, FD) FR 23 NOV FR 30 NOV 1575 TU 04 DEC TU 11 DEC 1575will have an opportunity to explore before meeting 8 Lucerne ▶  Depart Zurich SU 25 NOV SU 02 DEC 1575 WE 05 DEC WE 12 DEC 1575your Travel Director and fellow travellers for a MO 26 NOV MO 03 DEC 1575 TH 06 DEC TH 13 DEC 1575Welcome Reception with drinks and a light meal We bid a festive farewell to our travel companions, TU 27 NOV TU 04 DEC 1575 FR 07 DEC FR 14 DEC 1575followed by an evening orientation drive. (WR) returning home with magical Christmas WE 28 NOV WE 05 DEC 1575 SA 08 DEC SA 15 DEC 1595Hotel: Hilton Danube Waterfront memories. There is a morning transfer to Zurich FR 30 NOV FR 07 DEC 1575 SU 09 DEC SU 16 DEC 1595 airport from Lucerne. Conditions apply. (BB) WE 12 DEC WE 19 DEC 1625 SU 02 DEC SU 09 DEC 1575 TH 13 DEC TH 20 DEC 16252 Vienna Sightseeing and Christmas Note: Please do not book flights which depart ESAAVRILNYGBSIRSADVE US$122p.p. Markets d before 10am from Zurich airport. Join your Local Specialist for a sightseeingtour of the Austrian capital, from its Parliamentand City Hall to the grand State Opera Houseand Hofburg Palace, once the home of the Single Supplement (add to price above): US$400p.p.Habsburgs, one of the most powerful royal r Multiple trip discount: : Young traveller discount:houses of Europe. We feed our Christmas spirit SAVE up to US$41 SAVE US$150with a visit to the enchanting Christkindlmarkt CHRISTMAS SPECTACULARthis afternoon and feast on delicious gingerbread s Triple room discount: ; Pastguests: SAVE US$20p.p. Access to VIP benefitsand Glühwein, wandering past wooden stallspiled high with handcrafted toys, seasonal giftsand tasty festive fare. (BB) f MORE ABOUT YOUR TRIP3 Vienna ▶  Salzburg ▶  Munich (2 Nights) I had the best time :) Airport Transfers: On arrival at Vienna airport d Everything was very well transfers will operate at 10am, 12.30pm Venture along the scenic Danube Valley to Mozart's organised. It was good value and 2.30pm. Guests arriving later should beloved Salzburg, where we'll join a Local for money. Our travel director make their own way to the first hotel. Return Specialist on a walking tour to see the beautifully was very informative and kept transfers from Lucerne will arrive at Zurich manicured Mirabell Gardens and the Old City things fun. Airport at 8am. before crossing Alpine landscapes to Munich, Christmas Markets: Are generally open from the capital of Bavaria. This evening, we dine at Lynsey, from South Africa the beginning of Advent until 24 December our hotel. (BB, D) Hotel: Sheraton Westpark 2018. Trafalgar reserves the right to substitute sites and excursions in keeping with the events4 Munich Orientation e of the season. Bundle up warmly and join your Travel Director Gratuities: Option to pre-pay gratuities for on an orientation tour of one of Germany's Travel Director and Driver US$78 per person. liveliest cities. Embrace the festive cheer in WiFi: See page 74 for details. Marienplatz with its impressive Town Hall Book early for great savings - see pages 12-13. and the ornate Glockenspiel. Then, spend the Extra nights' accommodation page 76. rest of your day savouring the sights, sounds * All prices are per person, twin share. and smells of Munich's Christmas market – a Visit trafalgar.com for availability, up-to-date dazzling display of twinkling lights, carols and a itineraries and Optional Experiences. magnificent Christmas tree. Continue your feast and indulge in Munich's unrivalled hospitality with an optional visit to a famous beer hall. (BB)5 Munich ▶  Oberammergau ▶  Innsbruck We leave Munich behind and travel through the romantic Bavarian countryside en route to Oberammergau, which hosts the poignant Passion Play every ten years. Admire the village's intricate woodcarvings and elaborate frescoes depicting Bavarian themes before continuing to Innsbruck. Indulge in delicious Kiachl doughnuts and Glühwein at the bustling Christmas market before returning to your hotel for dinner. (BB, D) Hotel: Grauer Bär6 Innsbruck ▶  Vaduz ▶  Lucerne (2 Nights) A fairy-tale winter wonderland beckons as we see the ski jump that towers over Innsbruck and continue to Vaduz to view its turreted castle, perched perfectly above the Liechtenstein capital. Our final stop today is in Lucerne, where we'll spend the next two nights. Our orientation tour of the city takes us past the sad Lion of Lucerne and famous wooden Chapel Bridge. (BB) Hotel: Astoria7 Lucerne Orientation e Embrace the Yuletide cheer in true Swiss-style during a visit to Lucerne's Christmas market at Franziskanerplatz, in the heart of the city's Old Town. Ramble past traditional wooden stalls, a warm mug of Glühwein in hand, and admire the swirling Christmas carousel with the joyful sounds of happy children. The rest of the day isd Insider Experience BB Buffet Breakfast RM Regional Meal DW Dinner with WineWR Welcome Reception FB Full Breakfast BG Be My Guest Dining FD Farewell Dinnere Free time L Lunch D Dinner 17

TRAVEL STYLE THE ESSENTIALS All taken care of GERMAN a 7 nights[ CHRISTMAS Hotel accommodation MARKETS b 11 meals 7 hot buffet breakfasts 4 dinners8 days - 1 country FROMUS$1595 PP* c On-trip transportCode: WMAR PER PERSON TWIN SHARE All transport shown All transfers shownTravel to the fairy-tale land of Germany's Christmas markets, THE REAL THINGsharing the festive season spirit and gemütlichkeit of the locals Trafalgar highlightsamidst magical fairy lights, rousing oompah music and the spicyscents of glühwein, steamy bratwurst and gingerbread hearts to Enjoy our hand-picked Trafalgarbeat the winter chill. Insider Experiences. Here’s a sample of what you can expect. CULTURAL INSIGHT Enjoy priority access and a 360° bird's-eye view over such landmarks as the Berliner Dom, Brandenburg Gate and Checkpoint Charlie from Berlin's famous TV Tower before it opens to the general public LOCAL SPECIALIST For included sightseeing in Berlin HIDDEN TREASURE Enjoy at least one surprise Hidden TreasureGERMANY 2 BERLIN THE ICONS Eisenach Erfurt Leipzig DRESDEN Visit the Berlin TV Tower City tour in Berlin 1 2 Orientation of Frankfurt ▶ Rothenburg ▶ Nuremberg ▶ Weimar ▶ Dresden and WEIMAR Leipzig Visit the Christmas Markets of Rothenburg ▶ Nuremberg ▶ Wartburg Castle in Eisenach ▶ Erfurt, Weimar, Dresden, Leipzig and Berlin View the Opera House and Zwinger Palace in Dresden ▶ the Brandenburg Gate and Reichstag Building in Berlin SIMPLY THE BEST Take it from our real reviews from real guests, we’ve earned an average 4.6 satisfaction rating. See all at: trafalgar.com/reviews 1 1 NUREMBERGFRANKFURT Rothenburg18 Nutcracker souvenirs Start End Overnight stays Sightseeing stops

YOUR HOLIDAY Berlin embarking on a sightseeing tour past YOUR HOLIDAY PLANNER the Brandenburg Gate, Unter den Linden1 Arrive Frankfurt Boulevard, the Reichstag building, Tiergarten PRICE PP PRICE PP Tame your festive wanderlust with the smells of and the shopping and entertainment district of Glühwein and Stollen on this magical journey that Kurfürstendamm. The rest of the day is yours Start End Twin Start End Twin begins in Frankfurt. After check-in this afternoon, to explore this cosmopolitan city or consider Frankfurt Berlin Share Frankfurt Berlin Share join your Travel Director on an orientation tour of joining Berlin's Secret Past Optional Experience. the city's dynamic financial centre and medieval Our magical Christmas journey almost at its end, FR 23 NOV FR 30 NOV 1595 FR 07 DEC FR 14 DEC 1595 Römerplatz. Later, meet with your fellow travellers we'll spend the evening with our Travel Director TH 29 NOV TH 06 DEC 1595 SA 08 DEC SA 15 DEC 1595 for a Welcome Reception with drinks and a light and fellow travellers for a delicious Farewell FR 30 NOV FR 07 DEC 1595 SU 09 DEC SU 16 DEC 1595 meal. (WR) Hotel: Sheraton Offenbach Dinner with wine. (BB, FD) TH 13 DEC TH 20 DEC 1595 TH 06 DEC TH 13 DEC 15952 Frankfurt ▶  Rothenburg ▶  Nuremberg 8 Depart Berlin ESAAVRILNYGBSIRSADVE US$120p.p. Fairy-tale Bavarian landscapes line your journey For now, it's time to bid a festive farewell to to the medieval walled town of Rothenburg where our travel companions as we return home Single Supplement (add to price above): US$380p.p. you'll enjoy an orientation walk with your Travel filled with magical memories. Morning Director past picture-perfect half-timbered transfers are available to Berlin Tegel Airport. r Multiple trip discount: : Young traveller discount: houses and the old Town Hall. Savour a slice Conditions apply. (BB) SAVE up to US$40 SAVE US$150 or two of Schneeballen or shop for gifts at the Reiterlesmarkt before continuing to Nuremberg s Triple room discount: ; Pastguests: CHRISTMAS SPECTACULAR with its mighty ramparts and St. Sebald's Church. SAVE US$10p.p. Access to VIP benefits Our next stop is the famous Christkindlesmarkt where sweet gingerbread hearts hang from the f MORE ABOUT YOUR TRIP stalls and the famous Zwetschgenmännle prune men pose in all their Christmas splendour. (BB, D) Airport Transfers: On arrival to Frankfurt Hotel: Novotel Messezentrum Airport transfers will operate at 9.30am, 12noon and 2.30pm. Guests arriving later3 Nuremberg ▶  Eisenach (Wartburg Of the gladdest moments should make their own way to the hotel. Castle) ▶  Erfurt ▶  Weimar in human life, methinks, is Return transfers on the last travel day will Embrace hundreds of years of festive spirit at the a departure upon a distant arrive at Berlin Tegel Airport at 8am and 10am. Eisenach Christmas market held in the UNESCO journey to unknown lands. Christmas Markets: Are generally open from World Heritage Wartburg Castle. Ramble past the beginning of Advent until 24 December sizzling Bratwurst and steaming vats of Glühwein Sir Richard Francis Burton 2018. Trafalgar reserves the right to substitute as you soak up the magical atmosphere. Next sites and Christmas market inclusions in on our Christmas wish-list is Erfurt's medieval (19th-century British consul, explorer, keeping with the events of the season. market – its Weinachtspyramiden is the gateway Orientalist and swordsman) Gratuities: Option to pre-pay gratuities for to delicious aromas of schnitzel, gingerbread Travel Director and Driver US$78 per person. and egg punch, enjoyed against the backdrop of WiFi: See page 74 for details. St. Mary's Cathedral and St. Severus Church. See Book early for great savings - see pages 12-13. the market Ferris wheel and Merchants' Bridge, Extra nights' accommodation page 76. the largest inhabited bridge in Europe, spanning * All prices are per person, twin share. 120m. Our final stop on our festive foray today Visit trafalgar.com for availability, up-to-date is the UNESCO World Heritage town of Weimar, itineraries and Optional Experiences. where tonight we dine at our hotel. (BB, D) Hotel: Leonardo4 Weimar ▶  Dresden (2 Nights) Enjoy a leisurely morning in Weimar before travelling to Dresden, the ‘Florence on the Elbe'. Spend the day admiring the magnificent restoration of a city that was all but destroyed during World War II. Consider indulging in traditional German cuisine this evening at a local restaurant. (BB) Hotel: Pullman Newa5 Full Day at Dresden Christmas Market Germany's Christmas traditions take centre stage today as we wander through Dresden's Striezelmarkt, Germany's oldest Christmas market. Admire the dazzling display of twinkling lights, handcrafted decorations and Christmas carols. If you're lucky enough to visit on the second weekend in advent, pay homage to the original Dresdner Christstollen. (BB)6 Dresden ▶  Leipzig ▶  Berlin (2 Nights) Immerse yourself in centuries of Yuletide traditions at Leipzig Christmas market as you wander past more than 250 decorated stalls in the Marktplatz. Take a trip back in time as you savour the scents of Glögi wine and admire the traditional crafts in ‘Ancient Leipzig'. We leave vibrant Leipzig for Berlin where we'll spend the next two nights. (BB) Hotel: Sheraton Grand Esplanade7 Berlin Sightseeing e d You won't need Santa's reindeer to ascend hundreds of metres into the air for a Cultural Insight and 360° views of the city from the Berlin TV Tower. Join your Local Specialist for fascinating insights into old East and Westd Insider Experience BB Buffet Breakfast RM Regional Meal DW Dinner with WineWR Welcome Reception FB Full Breakfast BG Be My Guest Dining FD Farewell Dinnere Free time L Lunch D Dinner 19

TRAVEL STYLE THE ESSENTIALS All taken care of SIMPLYQ ITALY a 7 nights Hotel accommodation8 days - 2 countries b 11 mealsCode: WISI 7 hot buffet breakfasts 1 Be My Guest lunch 3 dinners with local wine FROMUS$1650 PP* c On-trip transport PER PERSON TWIN SHARE All transport shown All transfers shownSample Tuscan flavours in the exquisite Chianti countryside THE REAL THINGand ramble along blissfully quiet cobblestone lanes and grand Trafalgar highlightscity avenues to admire the beauty of Italy's iconic cities in quietcontemplation, far, far away from the summer crowds… Enjoy our hand-picked Trafalgar Insider Experiences. Here’s a sample VENICE of what you can expect. 2 BE MY GUEST ITALY The Pazzi and de Medici feud is brought to light in this visit to the 12th century Castle of Trebbio where you will enjoy a traditional Tuscan buffet, explore the castle dungeons, and indulge in olive oil and wine tasting CULTURAL INSIGHTS Be inspired by the magnificence of Michelangelo at The Vatican Museums and enjoy an exclusive visit up the spiral staircase designed by the famous architect Donato Bramante in a part of the Vatican not open to the public. Witness the exquisite craft of glassblowing on Giudecca Island, a delicate tradition that generations of Venetian craftsmen have perfected over the centuries LOCAL SPECIALISTS For included sightseeing in Rome and Florence HIDDEN TREASURES Enjoy at least one surprise Hidden Treasure FLORENCE THE ICONS 2 Pisa City tour in Rome ▶ Florenc e Siena Orientation of Venic e ▶ Pisa ▶ Siena Visit the Vatic an Museums ▶ St. Peter's 1 2 ROME Basilica and the Colosseum in Rome View St. Mark's Basilica and the Bridge of Sighs in Venice ▶ the Leaning Tower of Pisa ▶ the Duomo in Florence ▶ Piazza del Campo in Siena See the ancient sites of Rome ▶ the canals of Venic e SIMPLY THE BEST Take it from our real reviews from real guests, we’ve earned an average 4.6 satisfaction rating. See all at: trafalgar.com/reviews20 Pisa reflections Start End Overnight stays Sightseeing stops

YOUR HOLIDAY 7 Florence ▶  Siena ▶  Rome YOUR HOLIDAY PLANNER Our romance with Italy continues as we head south1 Arrive Rome (2 Nights) to the charming medieval city of Siena. See the PRICE PP PRICE PP TwinAh Roma! Once the capital of the world and today impressive Piazza del Campo where the Palio di Start End Twin Start End Shareyours to explore before meeting your Travel Rome Rome Share Rome Rome Siena horse race has been held for centuries, thenDirector and fellow travellers for a Welcome consider indulging in a slice or two of the local SU 04 NOV SU 11 NOV 1650 SU 27 JAN SU 03 FEB 1725 SU 18 NOV SU 25 NOV 1695Reception and orientation drive past some of Panforte before continuing to the Eternal City of SU 10 FEB SU 17 FEB 1725the city's most magnificent sights, including SU 02 DEC SU 09 DEC 1695 u SU 24 FEB SU 03 MAR 1925St. Peter's Basilica. (WR) Hotel: Grand Tiberio Rome. Tonight we toast to our new-found gioia di SU 16 DEC SU 23 DEC 1750 vivere inspired by Italy. Join your Travel Director and q SU 23 DEC SU 30 DEC 1925 amici for an unforgettable Farewell Dinner. (BB, FD) q SU 30 DEC SU 06 JAN 1925 SU 10 MAR SU 17 MAR 17502 Rome Sightseeing e d Hotel: Sheraton Parco De Medici 1725 SU 24 MAR SU 31 MAR 1750 Join your Local Specialist this morning for 2019a tour of the Vatican Museums and Cultural SU 13 JAN SU 20 JAN SU 07 APR SU 14 APR 1975Insight. Ascend the smooth and step-less 8 Depart RomeBramante spiral staircase, admire Michelangelo's Arrivederci Roma! We bid a fond farewell to a ESAAVRILNYGBSIRSADVE US$148p.p. memorable journey through Italy. Transfersmagnificent frescoed ceiling in the Sistine Chapel are available to Rome Fiumicino Airport.and visit St. Peter's Basilica to see his sorrowful Conditions apply. (BB)Pietà. We venture to the birthplace of western Single Supplement (add to price above): US$330p.p.civilisation next and celebrate the enduring Exceptions 24 Feb 19: US$440p.p.symbols that stand today as a testament of themight of an ancient power. See the impressive 07 Apr 19: US$440p.p. ITALY AND COMBINATIONSColosseum, where brave warriors once battled r Multiple trip discount: : Young traveller discount:for supremacy and Circus Maximus where SAVE up to US$49 SAVE US$170chariots would thunder down the racetrack. Therest of the afternoon is yours to explore more s Triple room discount: ; Pastguests: SAVE US$40p.p. Access to VIP benefitsof the city or people-watch in one of the grand q Christmas & New Year's Eve Highlights:piazze sipping an Italian coffee or two. (BB) The 23 December 2018 departure will celebrate Christmas in Venice. The3 Rome ▶  Venice (2 Nights) The experience of my trip was 30 December 2018 departure will toast New We journey through scenic Umbria today to see beyond my expectations. Simply Year's Eve in Rome. Each of these specially the impressive hilltop towns of Orte and Orvieto put, it was magnifico. arranged festive meal celebrations will before travelling through Tuscany with its Chianti replace one of the included meals featured in vineyards and terraced olive groves. Cross the Molly, from USA the itinerary. lush Apennine Mountains en route to Venice, the Queen of the Adriatic. Tonight, we dine at our 7 Venice Carnival: This departure will be hotel. (BB, DW) Hotel: Boscolo Bellini staying in Venice during the Carnival of Venice 2019.4 Venice Orientation e d The exquisite ancient tradition of glassblowing f MORE ABOUT YOUR TRIP takes centre stage this morning on a Cultural Insight to Giudecca Island where we'll visit a Airport Transfers: Transfers on arrival at glassblowing workshop. Exploring the magical Rome Fiumicino Airport will operate at 9.30am, waterways of Venice, we take an orientation 12.30pm, and 3.30pm. Guests arriving later cruise by private motor launch to St. Mark's should make their own way to the first hotel. Square, viewing the ornate Doge's Palace and Return transfers from the last hotel will arrive at renowned Bridge of Sighs, so named for the Rome Fiumicino Airport at 7am and 9.30am. sound prisoners would make as they crossed Gratuities: Option to pre-pay gratuities for the bridge to meet their executioner. Spend the Travel Director and Driver US$78 per person. rest of the day exploring the charming calle and WiFi: See page 74 for details. canals of Venice, or join an Optional Experience Book early for great savings - see pages 12-13. boat trip to the Island of Burano for a delicious Extra nights' accommodation page 76. traditional meal. (BB) * All prices are per person, twin share. Visit trafalgar.com for availability, up-to-date5 Venice ▶  Pisa ▶  Florence (2 Nights) itineraries and Optional Experiences. The city of Pisa beckons this morning as we cross the Veneto plains and steep Appenine Mountains to see its incredible Leaning Tower, carved marble Cathedral and the Baptistery in the Square of Miracles. We continue through the vineyard-clad hills of Tuscany to Renaissance Florence for our two-night stay. (BB) Hotel: Grand Mediterraneo6 Florence Sightseeing e d Join your Local Specialist on a guided walking tour through the charming cobblestone streets and squares of Florence. See the multi-coloured Duomo, Ponte Vecchio and Piazza della Signoria before venturing across the Arno River to Piazzale Michelangelo where you'll be rewarded with spectacular views of this glorious city. Spend the rest of your morning shopping for leather and gold, retire to a café for decadent hot chocolate, or consider visiting the Fine Arts Academy to see the famous statue of David by Michelangelo. The 12th century Castle of Trebbio welcomes us for an authentic Be My Guest Tuscan lunch, and olive oil and wine tasting. (BB, BG)d Insider Experience BB Buffet Breakfast RM Regional Meal DW Dinner with WineWR Welcome Reception FB Full Breakfast BG Be My Guest Dining FD Farewell Dinnere Free time L Lunch D Dinner 21

TRAVEL STYLE THE ESSENTIALS All taken care of GREATR ITALIAN CITIES a 9 nights Hotel accommodation10 days - 2 countries b 13 mealsCode: WGIC 9 hot buffet breakfasts 4 dinners (including Be My Guest) with local wine FROMUS$2150 PP* c On-trip transport PER PERSON TWIN SHARE All transport shown All transfers shownTread up the stone steps and down the grand boulevards of Italy's THE REAL THINGcapitals – the pavement café culture, enchanting Renaissance Trafalgar highlightsfrescoes and incredible feats of classic architecture all must-see highlights of this leisurely jaunt through the cities of Rome, Enjoy our hand-picked TrafalgarFlorence and Venice. Explore the centuries-old Rialto food market Insider Experiences. Here’s a sampleand admire the embrace of Bologna's Kissing Towers. of what you can expect. VENICE BE MY GUEST 3 Enjoy local Tuscan cuisine with Count Miari Fulcis on his 15th century organic olive oil estateITALY in the Tuscan hills, used as a location for many famous films like ‘Room with a View' and ‘Tea Bologna with Mussolini' Pisa 3 FLORENCE CULTURAL INSIGHT Be inspired by the magnificence of Michelangelo at The Vatican Museums and enjoy an exclusive visit up the spiral staircase designed by the famous architect Donato Bramante in a part of the Vatican not open to the public. Witness the exquisite craft of glassblowing on Giudecca Island, a delicate tradition that generations of Venetian craftsmen have perfected over the centuries SMALL GROUP SIGHTSEEING A guided walking tour of 'Secret Venice' to the Rialto food market with a group size of no more than 25 guests LOCAL SPECIALIST For included sightseeing in Rome, Assisi, Florence, Pisa, Bologna and Venice HIDDEN TREASURE Enjoy at least one surprise Hidden Treasure Tuscany Assisi 3 ROME THE ICONS PaOvaMiPlaEbIIleOPoTnIODNaAyL3EXPERIENCE City tour in Rome ▶ Assisi ▶ Florence ▶ Bologna ▶ Venice Orientation of Pisa Visit St. Peter's Basilica ▶ the amazing Vatican Museums ▶ the Sistine Chapel ▶ the Colosseum in Rome ▶ St. Francis' Basilica in Assisi Cruise by private launch to St. Mark's Square in Venice View Santa Croce Basilica and the Duomo in Florence ▶ the Leaning Tower of Pisa ▶ the Byzantine St. Mark's Basilica in Venice See the ancient sites of Rome22 Statue of David, Florence Start End Overnight stays Sightseeing stops

YOUR HOLIDAY 7 Florence ▶ Bologna ▶ Venice (3 Nights) YOUR HOLIDAY PLANNER1 Arrive Rome (3 Nights) d PRICE PP PRICE PP Travelling north, through the Apennines, we TwinYou're in for a bellissimo journey through the arrive in the medieval city of Bologna, perhaps Start End Twin Start End Sharespectacular capitals of Italy, which kicks off Rome Venice Share Rome Venice best known for the delicious spaghetti sauce thatin the Eternal City of Rome. Join your travel bears its name. Your sightseeing tour with a Local FR 26 OCT SU 04 NOV 2325 FR 25 JAN SU 03 FEB 2225companions and Travel Director for a memorable Specialist includes views of the Kissing Towers FR 02 NOV SU 11 NOV 2225 FR 01 FEB SU 10 FEB 2150Welcome Reception. Your introduction to la FR 09 NOV SU 18 NOV 2225 FR 08 FEB SU 17 FEB 2195dolce vita begins with an orientation drive to which lean towards each other, seemingly poised FR 16 NOV SU 25 NOV 2225 ◆ FR 22 FEB SU 03 MAR 2525 to embrace. Then it's off to the romantic island FR 23 NOV SU 02 DEC 2225 FR 01 MAR SU 10 MAR 2225view the magnificent St. Peter's Basilica. (WR) city of Venice with its rich cultural and artistic FR 30 NOV SU 09 DEC 2225 FR 08 MAR SU 17 MAR 2225Hotel: Victoria heritage which you will have an opportunity to FR 15 MAR SU 24 MAR 2250 explore on your own terms this evening. Glide FR 07 DEC SU 16 DEC 2225 FR 22 MAR SU 31 MAR 23952 Rome Sightseeing and At Leisure e d along its enchanting canals in a gondola or q SU 23 DEC TU 01 JAN 2875 FR 29 MAR SU 07 APR 2450 We embark today on an included sightseeing wander through the city's labyrinthine lanes, over q WE 26 DEC FR 04 JAN 2795 FR 05 APR SU 14 APR 2695 tour with a Local Specialist at the Vatican bridges and into quiet campi before dining tonight 2475 Museums, enjoying a Cultural Insight into the at your hotel. (BB, DW) Hotel: Boscolo Bellini 2019 2225 great men whose astonishing works were said to FR 04 JAN SU 13 JAN FR 18 JAN SU 27 JANhave been inspired by the divine. See Bramante's 8 Venice ▶ Canal Cruise and Orientation ESAAVRILNYGBSIRSADVE US$216p.p.smooth and step-less spiral staircase, themagnificent frescoed ceiling painted by ed Savour the unforgettable sights of Venice as youMichelangelo in the serene Sistine Chapel and cruise by private launch to St. Mark's Square to ITALY AND COMBINATIONShis sorrowful Pietà during our visit to St. Peter's admire the Bridge of Sighs, Palladian Churches, Single Supplement (add to price above): US$560p.p.Basilica. We tread in the footsteps of gladiators, Customs House, St. Mark's Basilica and the Exceptions 23 Dec 18 to 04 Jan 19: US$750p.p.slaves, merchants and royalty, crossing the Tiber ornate Doge's Palace. Encounter the delicateRiver into Imperial Rome to visit the ancient Venetian art of glassblowing during a Cultural 22 Feb 19 to 05 Apr 19: US$640 p.p.Colosseum, the largest amphitheatre in the Insight on Giudecca Island before spending the r Multiple trip discount: : Young traveller discount:Roman Empire. Imagine crowds of enthusiastic rest of the afternoon at leisure. Visit the Fine Arts SAVE up to US$72 SAVE US$230onlookers cheering their chariot racers to victory Academy, relax at a café on St. Mark's Square orat the Circus Maximus before the rest of the consider a boat trip to the colourful fishing island s Triple room discount: ; Pastguests: SAVE US$60p.p. Access to VIP benefitsafternoon spent at leisure discovering more of Burano for a delicious meal. (BB)of the city or relaxing at a pavement café andwatching the frenetic pace of Rome. (BB) 9 Secret Venice Walking Tour and visit to q Christmas & New Year's Eve Highlights: the Rialto Food Market d The 23 December 2018 departure will Sites made famous in poetry, song and prose celebrate Christmas in Rome and New3 Rome At Leisure e are explored today during a leisurely stroll from Year's Eve in Venice. The 26 December The cobblestone streets and charming piazze 2018 departure will toast New Year's Eve inof Rome are yours to explore today. Ask your our hotel along the canals to the famous Rialto Florence. Each of these specially arrangedTravel Director for tips on what to see and Bridge where we will join a guided Small Group festive meal celebrations will replace one ofdo, or consider an Optional Experience to the Sightseeing walking tour, which will bring all the included meals featured in the itinerary.fascinating excavations at the tragic city of the flavours of Italy to life at a centuries-oldPompeii, near the Bay of Naples. (BB) food market. Ambling through the narrow calle 7 Venice Carnival: This departure will be of Venice, we admire the beautiful architecture, staying in Venice during the Carnival of4 Rome ▶ Assisi ▶ Florence (3 Nights) d including walking over the Rialto Bridge before Venice 2019. Today we meander north to the birthplace spending the rest of the day to visit the sights of of St. Francis of Assisi on the slopes of Mount your choice. Our love affair with Italy's capitals f MORE ABOUT YOUR TRIP Subasio. Join your Local Specialist for a visit comes to an end this evening as we enjoy a to the Basilica, the final resting place of this Farewell Dinner in a local restaurant. (BB, FD) Airport Transfers: On arrival at Rome Fiumicino famous saint. Our final stop in Assisi is Giotto's Airport transfers will operate at 9.30am,enchanting frescoes before continuing our 12.30pm and 3.30pm. Guests arriving laterjourney through the scenic Tuscan countryside to 10 Depart Venice should make their own way to the hotel. Return For now it's time to say a fond arrivederci to transfers on the last travel day will arrive atthe picturesque Renaissance city of Florence. (BB) Italy and newfound friends who have shared Venice Marco Polo Airport at 8am and 9.30am.Hotel: Ambasciatori in the memorable sights, sounds and flavours. Gratuities: Option to pre-pay gratuities for Transfers are available. Conditions apply. (BB) Travel Director and Driver US$86 per person.5 Florence Sightseeing and At Leisure e WiFi: See page 74 for details. Book early for great savings - see pages 12-13.d Extra nights' accommodation page 76.Enjoy a leisurely encounter with the artistic * All prices are per person, twin share.and architectural marvels of Florence during Visit trafalgar.com for availability, up-to-dateyour sightseeing tour with a Local Specialist. itineraries and Optional Experiences.Visit the striking Piazza della Signoria withits impressive sculptures and palazzi. Amblethrough the charming cobblestone lanes to themulti-coloured marble Duomo and Baptistery, Leisurelybefore admiring the scenic view of the PonteVecchio straddling the Arno River. Spend the rest of the afternoon sauntering through the historic centre of Florence, shopping for high-quality 3 nights each in leather for which the city is famous, or admiring Rome, Florence and the artistic contribution of the de' Medicis at Venice. Savour all the every turn. (BB) flavours of Italy in its6 Florence ▶ Excursion to Pisa d enchanting cities. After free time in Florence cross the fertile ArnoValley to Pisa and join a Local Specialist to visitthe Square of Miracles, home to the incredibleLeaning Tower and beautifully sculpted marbleCathedral. See the ornate Baptistery and theCamposanto, built on sacred soil brought backfrom the Holy Land during the Crusades. Ourunforgettable encounter with Tuscany continuesthis evening during a special Be My Guest dinnerat a Tuscan organic olive oil estate. (BB, BG)d Insider Experience BB Buffet Breakfast RM Regional Meal DW Dinner with WineWR Welcome Reception FB Full Breakfast BG Be My Guest Dining FD Farewell Dinnere Free time L Lunch D Dinner 23

TRAVEL STYLE THE ESSENTIALS All taken care of REALQ ITALY a 9 nights Hotel accommodation10 days - 2 countries b 15 mealsCode: WITM 9 hot buffet breakfasts FROMUS$2125 PP* 6 dinners (including Be My Guest) PER PERSON TWIN SHARE with local wine c On-trip transport All transport shownWander through the ruins and beautifully maintained monuments (including return Capri cruise)of yesteryear, exploring the captivating art, history and culture All transfers shownthat has shaped Italy's centuries-old story – across vineyards andolive groves, quaint clifftop seaside villages and grand cities, like THE REAL THINGSorrento, Venice and Rome. Trafalgar highlights VENICE Enjoy our hand-picked Trafalgar Verona 2 Insider Experiences. Here’s a sample of what you can expect.ITALY BE MY GUEST Eight generations and plenty of stories to tell. Enjoy a traditional dinner with the Landi family at their home near Siena, set within a garden of oak trees against the backdrop of Tuscan vineyards and olive groves CULTURAL INSIGHT Be inspired by the magnificence of Michelangelo at the Vatican Museums and enjoy an exclusive visit up the spiral staircase designed by the famous architect Donato Bramante in a part of the Vatican not open to the public. Witness the exquisite craft of glassblowing on Giudecca Island, a delicate tradition that generations of Venetian craftsmen have perfected over the centuries. LOCAL SPECIALISTS For included sightseeing in Rome, Florence, Isle of Capri and Pompeii 2 FLORENCE ROME THE ICONS 21 City tour in Rome ▶ Florence ▶ Capri ▶ Pompeii Cassino Orientation of Venice ▶ Verona Visit St. Peter's Basilica ▶ the Colosseum Pompeii and Vatican Museums in Rome ▶ the Isle of Capri 2 SORRENTO Commonwealth Cemetery in Cassino Cruise to the beautiful Isle of Capri View St. Mark's Basilica and the Bridge of Sighs in Venice ▶ Juliet's Balcony in Verona ▶ the Duomo in Florence ▶ the Abbey of Monte Cassino See the canals of Venice ▶ Mount Vesuvius24 St. Peter’s Basilica, Rome Start End Overnight stays Sightseeing stops

YOUR HOLIDAY Sorrento and our introduction to the Amalfi YOUR HOLIDAY PLANNER Coast, a delicious dinner at our hotel. (BB, DW)1 Arrive Rome (2 Nights) Hotel: Johanna Park PRICE PP PRICE PP TwinOur launch pad to an epic journey through Italy 8 Isle Of Capri Excursion e d Start End Twin Start End Sharebegins in the Eternal City of Rome. Tread in the Cross the Bay of Naples by ferry to the chic island Rome Rome Share Rome Romefootsteps of gods and goddesses, emperors playground of Capri where you'll join a Localand gladiators as you explore its ancient Specialist to see its sophisticated sights and rub FR 02 NOV SU 11 NOV 2195 2019 2125streets before joining your Travel Director and shoulders with the beautiful people. Consider ✚ FR 23 NOV SU 02 DEC 2195 ✚ FR 15 MAR SU 24 MAR 2195fellow travellers for a Welcome Reception and an Optional Experience to Anacapri for beautiful 2275orientation drive past some of the city's most views of the Tyrrhenian Sea and insight into a TH 13 DEC SA 22 DEC 2195 FR 22 MAR SU 31 MARiconic sights. (WR) Hotel: Grand Tiberio slower, more peaceful way of life. This evening, ql SA 22 DEC MO 31 DEC 2395 FR 29 MAR SU 07 APR 2450 q FR 28 DEC SU 06 JAN FR 05 APR SU 14 APR 22952 Rome Sightseeing e d the flavours of fresh seafood are celebrated during SEAAVRILNYGBSIRSDAVE US$184p.p.We join a Local Specialist this morning fora fascinating tour of the Vatican Museums a Regional Meal at a local restaurant. (BB, RM)and a Cultural Insight. Ascend the smoothand step-less spiral staircase designed by 9 Sorrento ▶  Pompeii ▶  Cassino ▶  Rome Single Supplement (add to price above): US$460p.p.Donato Bramanto and admire Michelangelo's dmagnificent frescoed ceiling in the Sistine The tragic immortalisation of an ancient r Multiple trip discount: : Young traveller discount: ITALY AND COMBINATIONSChapel before visiting St. Peter's Basilica to see civilisation is ours to explore at Pompeii today, SAVE up to US$61 SAVE US$220his sorrowful Pietà. We continue to the Palatine preserved by volcanic ash when Vesuvius eruptedHill, once the capital of the world, imagining in 79 AD. We join a Local Specialist for a walking s Triple room discount: ; Pastguests:the thunderous applause of spectators as they tour to gain insights into the day-to-day life of the SAVE US$40p.p. Access to VIP benefitscheered brave warriors in the Colosseum and city's former residents. Visit the CommonwealthCircus Maximus centuries ago. There's time Cemetery in Cassino, which lies below the 9 Special Rate Solo Rooming: Theseafterwards to explore the city on your own, or famous Montecassino Abbey, the site of a fierce departures include 20-100% discount onrelax in one of the city's piazze watching the battle during World War II. Our Italian odyssey our standard single supplement. Please seeworld go by. (BB) ends in Rome where we join our Travel Director website for pricing. and travel companions for a Farewell Dinner,3 Rome ▶  Venice (2 Nights) d celebrating excess in true Italian style. (BB, FD) q Christmas & New Year's Eve Highlights: Hotel: Sheraton Parco De Medici The 22 December 2018 departure willJourney past the hilltop towns of Orte and celebrate Christmas in Venice. TheOrvieto and cross the steep Appenine Mountains 10 Depart Rome 28 December 2018 departure will toast Newbefore arriving in Venice, the Queen of the It's time to bid Rome a sad arrivederci as we Year's Eve in Venice. Each of these speciallyAdriatic, where tonight we enjoy a Regional Meal. prepare to depart Italy. Transfers are available to arranged festive meal celebrations will(BB, RM) Hotel: Le Boulevard Rome Fiumicino Airport. Conditions apply. (BB) replace one of the included meals featured in the itinerary.4 Venice Orientation e d Witness the delicate craft of Venetian 3 Vatican Museum: Visit will take place on glassblowing during a Cultural Insight at a Day 9 instead of Day 2 on this departure. glassblowing workshop on Giudecca Island. Then cruise by private launch to St. Mark's Take only memories; leave f MORE ABOUT YOUR TRIP Square, sharing the city's bustling waterways only footprints. with ferries, gondolas and yachts. We'll see the Airport Transfers: Transfers on arrival Byzantine Basilica, Bridge of Sighs and ornate Chief Seattle at Rome Fiumicino Airport will operate at Doges' Palace before spending the rest of the 9.30am, 12.30pm and 3.30pm. Guests arriving afternoon exploring the labyrinthine calle or (19th-century orator and leader of later should make their own way to the first enjoying a relaxing spritz in a quiet piazza. (BB) the indigenous Suquamish and the hotel. Return transfers to Rome Fiumicino Duwamish tribes, in what is now the Airport will operate at 7am and 9.30am.5 Venice ▶  Verona ▶  Florence (2 Nights) state of Washington, USA) Gratuities: Option to pre-pay gratuities for d Travel Director and Driver US$97 per person. Shakespeare's star-crossed lovers take centre WiFi: See page 74 for details. stage today as we take a leisurely drive to Verona, Book early for great savings - see pages 12-13. the setting for Romeo and Juliet. We'll see the Extra nights' accommodation page 76. impressive Roman Arena, the third-largest in * All prices are per person, twin share. Italy, and Juliet's balcony. Departing Verona, we Visit trafalgar.com for availability, up-to-date travel south, through the rolling vineyard-clad itineraries and Optional Experiences. landscapes of Tuscany to Renaissance Florence where we'll spend the evening indulging in a memorable Be My Guest dinner with the Landi family set within a beautiful garden of oak trees. (BB, BG) Hotel: Grand Mediterraneo6 Florence Sightseeing e d Join your Local Specialist for a guided walking tour through the charming cobblestone streets of Florence, past the multi-coloured Duomo with its impressive dome engineered by Brunelleschi and the Baptistery with its inspiring gilded bronze doors. The rest of the afternoon is yours to explore a city that inspired artists, poets and painters to create masterpieces. Consider a visit to the Academy of Fine Arts to see Michelangelo's statue of David, enjoy spectacular views from Piazza Michelangelo or take an Optional Experience to medieval San Gimignano, famous for its hilltop towers. (BB)7 Florence ▶  Sorrento (2 Nights) Travel through the fertile Campanian plains to the Bay of Naples that lies in the shadow of Mount Vesuvius. Our home for the next two nights isd Insider Experience BB Buffet Breakfast RM Regional Meal DW Dinner with WineWR Welcome Reception FB Full Breakfast BG Be My Guest Dining FD Farewell Dinnere Free time L Lunch D Dinner 25

TRAVEL STYLE THE ESSENTIALS All taken care of WONDERSQ OF ITALY a 10 nights Hotel accommodationNEW 11 days b 15 meals 2 countries 10 hot buffet breakfasts Code: WITR 1 lunch (Be My Guest) 4 dinners with local wine FROMUS$2175 PP* c On-trip transport PER PERSON TWIN SHARE All transport shown All transfers shownPay tribute to the extraordinary masterpieces of Italy's greats THE REAL THING– the captivating arias of Puccini and splendour of da Vinci, Trafalgar highlightsMichelangelo and Botticelli's talents in their full glory throughoutthis enduring exploration of Italy's alluring art, architecture and Enjoy our hand-picked Trafalgarold-world charm. See the city of one hundred churches, the Insider Experiences. Here’s a sampleimposing towers of picturesque San Gimignano and the seas of what you can expect.of pastel pinks, yellows and blues that cling dramatically to theCinque Terre's Ligurian cliffs. BE MY GUEST Verona VENICE The Lenzi family invites you to join them for dinner and a Chianti and olive oil tasting on 2 their Tuscan wine farm which is located on the ancient road between Siena and FlorenceITALY Bologna CTineqrruee AUTHENTIC ACCOMMODATION LUCCA Built to welcome pilgrims visiting Assisi, Hotel 2 Cenacolo is a fully renovated old Franciscan convent in nearby Santa Maria degli Angeli Pisa 2 FLORENCE CULTURAL INSIGHT Be inspired by the magnificence of Michelangelo at The Vatican Museums and enjoy an exclusive visit up the spiral staircase designed by the famous architect Donato Bramante in a part of the Vatican not open to the public. Witness the exquisite craft of glassblowing on Giudecca Island, a delicate tradition that generations of Venetian craftsmen have perfected over the centuries LOCAL SPECIALIST For included sightseeing in Rome, the Cinque Terre, Florence, Assisi and Tivoli HIDDEN TREASURE Enjoy at least one surprise Hidden Treasure SGaimnignano 1 ASSISI ROME Tivoli THE ICONS 21 City tour in Rome ▶ Florence ▶ Assisi Orientation of Pisa ▶ San Gimignano ▶ Verona ▶ Venice Visit The Vatican Museums ▶ The Colosseum in Rome ▶ a Venetian glassblowing factory ▶ UNESCO World Heritage Tivoli Gardens Travel by train to the Cinque Terre View the ancient sites of Rome ▶ Leaning Tower of Pisa26 San Gimignano Start End Overnight stays Sightseeing stops

YOUR HOLIDAY 8 Venice Orientation e d YOUR HOLIDAY PLANNER We cruise by private launch to the island of1 Arrive Rome (2 Nights) Giudecca to enjoy a unique Cultural Insight PRICE PP PRICE PP Open your heart to a whirlwind of fiery passion, into the centuries-old tradition of Venetian Twin fascinating antiquities and hearty flavours glassblowing before seeing St. Mark's Basilica, the Start End Twin Start End Share crafted by Italian mammas over centuries. Join ornate Doge's Palace and the Bridge of Sighs. (BB) Rome Rome Share Rome Rome your travel companions and Travel Director for a Welcome Reception and orientation drive to see 9 Venice ▶  Bologna ▶  Assisi SU 28 OCT WE 07 NOV 2225 2019 2175 St. Peter's Basilica and the bustling cityscape by Travel through scenic countryside to the mystical SU 06 JAN WE 16 JAN night. (WR) Hotel: Il Cantico town of Assisi, stopping en route in the city of SU 04 NOV WE 14 NOV 2225 Bologna to view its Kissing Towers that lean SU 18 NOV WE 28 NOV 2225 SU 10 MAR WE 20 MAR 2225 SU 24 MAR WE 03 APR 2295 SU 09 DEC WE 19 DEC 2225 q SU 23 DEC WE 02 JAN 2675 SU 07 APR WE 17 APR 2495 SU 14 APR WE 24 APR 24952 Rome Sightseeing e d towards each other. We continue to our hotel in Visit the Vatican for an included sightseeing tour with a Local Specialist at The Vatican Museums. Assisi where we will dine this evening. (BB, DW) ESAAVRILNYGBSIRSDAVE US$201p.p. Admire the works of great masters – the smooth, Hotel: Cenacolo Authentic Accommodation step-less spiral staircase designed by famous 10 Assisi Sightseeing ▶  Tivoli Gardens Single Supplement (add to price above): US$430p.p. architect Donato Bramante, the magnificent ▶  Rome d Exceptions 23 Dec 18: US$620p.p. frescoed ceiling in the Sistine Chapel and Discover the legacy of St. Francis of Assisi in his 07 Apr 19 to 14 Apr 19: US$520p.p. sorrowful Pietà inside of St. Peter's Basilica. home town on the slopes of Mount Subasio. We In ancient Rome, we remember the brave join a Local Specialist who will take us on a r Multiple trip discount: : Young traveller discount: ITALY AND COMBINATIONS gladiators who fought for supremacy at the fascinating walking tour to visit the Basilica of SAVE up to US$67 SAVE US$230 Colosseum during our included visit, and see the St. Francis, renowned for its beautiful frescoes Circus Maximus. This afternoon we have time to depicting the life of this much-loved saint. s Triple room discount: ; Pastguests: explore more of the city's sights. (BB) We continue to Tivoli for a guided visit with a SAVE US$50p.p. Access to VIP benefits3 Rome ▶  Pisa ▶  Lucca (2 Nights) Local Specialist of the UNESCO World HeritageWe travel north to the city of Pisa, visiting its terraced hillside Renaissance gardens of Villa q Christmas & New Year's Eve Highlights: d'Este. This evening we enjoy an early special The 23 December 2018 departure willSquare of Miracles to view the architectural feat Farewell Dinner with our fellow travellers and celebrate Christmas in Lucca and New Year'sof the Leaning Tower and picturesque UNESCO Eve in Assisi. Each of these specially arrangeddesignated Piazza del Duomo with Italy's largest Travel Director before returning to Rome. festive meal celebrations will replace one of (BB, FD) Hotel: Sheraton Parco De Medici the included meals featured in the itinerary.Baptistery. Continue onto Lucca with free time tomeander through the medieval streets to admire 11 Depart Rome the 14th Century San Martino Cathedral and the It's time to say a fond saluto to Italy and ourPiazza dell'Anfiteatro built on the site of an ancient newfound friends after a memorable journey. f MORE ABOUT YOUR TRIPRoman arena, relax in Piazza San Michele or ascend Transfers are available. Conditions apply. (BB)one of the city's ancient towers for panoramicviews. (BB) Hotel: Grand Guinigi Lucca Airport transfers: On arrival at Rome4 Cinque Terre Excursion d Fiumicino Airport transfers will operate at A sea of pastel pinks, yellows and blues cling 9.30am, 12.30pm and 3.30pm. Guests arriving dramatically to the Ligurian cliffs in the charming later should make their own way to the hotel. Cinque Terre (Five Lands) UNESCO World Return transfers on the last travel day will arrive Heritage Site which we will have an opportunity at Rome Fiumicino Airport at 7am and 9.30am. to explore today on our included excursion. Gratuities: Option to pre-pay gratuities for Join a Local Specialist and travel by train to Travel Director and Driver US$107 per person. experience unforgettable old-world charm in a WiFi: See page 74 for details. picturesque fishing village. (BB, DW) Book early for great savings - see pages 12-13. Extra nights' accommodation page 76.5 Lucca ▶  San Gimignano ▶  Florence * All prices are per person, twin share. (2 Nights) d Visit trafalgar.com for availability, up-to-date The gentle Tuscan landscape gives way to the itineraries and Optional Experiences. hilltop town of San Gimignano, famed for its stunning medieval architecture and 72 historic towers. We enjoy a Be My Guest lunch with wine in a beautiful family owned vineyard overlooking the rolling Chianti Hills, before arriving in Florence, our home for the next two nights. (BB, BG) Hotel: Grand Mediterraneo6 Florence Sightseeing e d We join a Local Specialist who will bring the legacy of the influential de'Medici family to life. Walk along the cobblestone lanes into expansive piazze, viewing the magnificent marble Duomo and the replica of the David statue in Piazza della Signoria. View the 400-year-old Ponte Vecchio and admire spectacular panoramic views from Piazzale Michelangelo. The rest of the day is yours to explore the Cradle of the Renaissance on your terms. (BB)7 Florence ▶  Verona ▶  Venice (2 Nights) Shakespeare's star-crossed lovers are remembered today during our jaunt to the romantic city of Verona where we will view Juliet's Balcony and the 1st century Roman Arena, still used today to host spectacular operatic performances. We venture to Venice next, our home for the next two nights. (BB) Hotel: Boscolo Bellinid Insider Experience BB Buffet Breakfast RM Regional Meal DW Dinner with WineWR Welcome Reception FB Full Breakfast BG Be My Guest Dining FD Farewell Dinnere Free time L Lunch D Dinner 27

TRAVEL STYLE THE ESSENTIALS All taken care of BEST OFQ ITALY a 12 nights Hotel accommodation13 days - 2 countries b 19 mealsCode: WTBO 12 hot buffet breakfasts 7 dinners (including Be My Guest) with local wine FROMUS$2750 PP* c On-trip transport PER PERSON TWIN SHARE All transport shown (including return Capri cruise)Add a dash of ‘issimo' to your love affair with Italy as you explore All transfers shownits captivating landscapes, culture, and the mouth-wateringflavours that have inspired its residents to coin the phrase: “First THE REAL THINGwe eat, then we do everything else...” Your Italian discovery Trafalgar highlightsmade ever more delectable amidst the lemon scents of Sorrento,Renaissance romance in Florence and imposing Rome. Enjoy our hand-picked Trafalgar Insider Experiences. Here’s a sample ITALIAN LAKES VENICE of what you can expect. 2 2 BE MY GUESTITALY Milan Verona The Pazzi and de Medici feud is brought to light in this visit to the 12th century Castle of Trebbio where you will enjoy a traditional Tuscan buffet, explore the castle dungeons, and indulge in olive oil and wine tasting AUTHENTIC ACCOMMODATION Built to welcome pilgrims visiting Assisi, Hotel Cenacolo is a fully renovated old Franciscan convent in nearby Santa Maria degli Angeli CULTURAL INSIGHT Follow in the footsteps of Michelangelo when visiting the Vatican Museums. Ascend the smooth and stepless spiral staircase designed by architect Donato Bramante, in a part of the Vatican not open to the public. Witness the exquisite craft of glassblowing on Giudecca Island LOCAL SPECIALIST For included sightseeing in Rome, Pompeii, Capri, Assisi and Florence FLORENCE ASSISI THE ICONS Pisa 2 1 City tour in Rome ▶ Pompeii ▶ Capri ▶ Assisi San Gimignano ▶ Florenc e Orientation of Venic e ▶ Milan 1 2 ROME Visit St. Peter's Basilic a ▶ the Sistine Chapel Cassino ▶ Vatican Museum ▶ the Colosseum in Rome ▶ the Commonwealth War Cemetery in Cassino Pompeii SORRENTO ▶ the excavations at Pompeii ▶ St. Francis Basilica in Assisi, picturesque Lake Como, the 2 medieval city of San Gimignano Cruise to the beautiful Isle of Capri, private launch Isle of Capri to St. Mark's Square in Venice View the Benedictine Abbey in Monte Cassino ▶ Juliet's Balcony in Verona ▶ the Byzantine St. Mark's Basilica in Venice ▶ the Gothic Cathedral and La Scala Opera House in Milan ▶ the Leaning Tower of Pisa, the Duomo in Florence See the ancient sites of Rome including Circ us Maximus28 Italian Pasta Start End Overnight stays Sightseeing stops

YOUR HOLIDAY 8 Venice ▶  Milan ▶  Lake Maggiore YOUR HOLIDAY PLANNER (2 Nights)1 Arrive Rome (2 Nights) Today we cross the lush green plains of PRICE PP PRICE PP TwinCiao Roma! Explore this imperial city of emperors Lombardy to sophisticated Milan, the global Start End Twin Start End Shareand senators, gods and goddesses, before Rome Rome Share Rome Rome capital of design and fashion. An orientationjoining your companions and Travel Director tour takes us past the intricate Gothic Duomo, SU 28 OCT FR 09 NOV 2895 SU 27 JAN FR 08 FEB 2795later for a Welcome Reception. Our introduction La Scala Opera house and the famous Galleria, SU 04 NOV FR 16 NOV 2895 ✚ SU 03 FEB FR 15 FEB 2795to the Eternal City is an evening orientation drive before we enjoy a Regional Meal. (BB, RM) SU 11 NOV FR 23 NOV 2825 SU 10 FEB FR 22 FEB 2750to view some of the sights which await you. (WR) Hotel: Barchetta Excelsior ✚ SU 18 NOV FR 30 NOV 2825 2795Hotel: Grand Tiberio 9 Lake Como Excursion d SU 25 NOV FR 07 DEC 2825 u SU 17 FEB FR 01 MAR 2995 u SU 24 FEB FR 08 MAR2 Rome Sightseeing e d The glistening blue waters of Lake Como SU 02 DEC FR 14 DEC 2925 SU 03 MAR FR 15 MAR 2895The Holy See takes centre stage today as we join ✚ SU 09 DEC FR 21 DEC 2925 SU 10 MAR FR 22 MAR 2895a Local Specialist for an included sightseeing welcome us today, with free time to enjoy the q SU 16 DEC FR 28 DEC 2925 SU 17 MAR FR 29 MAR 2995tour in the fascinating Vatican Museums. Witness lakeside lifestyle and beautiful scenery that q TH 20 DEC TU 01 JAN 3195 SU 24 MAR FR 05 APR 3150 has enchanted visitors for millennia. Spend q SU 23 DEC FR 04 JAN 3195 FR 29 MAR WE 10 APR 3225first-hand the masterpieces of Bramante and the day exploring the picturesque little towns, q TH 27 DEC TU 08 JAN 3195 SU 31 MAR FR 12 APR 3225Michelangelo in a Cultural Insight, admiring indulge in the delicious gelato of the area, take 2795 TU 02 APR SU 14 APR 3295the smooth, step-less staircase, the magnificent the funicular for spectacular views of the lake or 2019 2795 WE 03 APR MO 15 APR 3295frescoed ceiling in the Sistine Chapel Experience perhaps consider a cruise on the lake. (BB) TH 03 JAN TU 15 JAN 2795 FR 05 APR WE 17 APR 3295and the marble masterpiece of Pietà, housed SU 06 JAN FR 18 JAN 2795 SU 07 APR FR 19 APR 3295in St. Peter's Basilica. We venture across the 10 Lake Maggiore ▶  Pisa ▶  Florence ✚ SU 13 JAN FR 25 JAN ITALY AND COMBINATIONSTiber and into Ancient Rome to visit the famous (2 Nights) SU 20 JAN FR 01 FEBColosseum and see Circus Maximus, once the site The charm of Tuscany lures us across the forestedof celebrated chariot races. This afternoon, enjoy Apennine Mountains, past Genoa to the famous ESAAVRILNYGBSIRSDAVE US$247p.p.free time to explore the city streets of Rome on city of Pisa and its Square of Miracles where weyour terms. (BB) will enjoy an opportunity to view the Leaning Single Supplement (add to price above): US$640p.p. Tower. Our next stop is Florence, the Cradle of the Exceptions 02 Dec 18: US$720p.p. 24 Feb 19 to 07 Apr 19: US$720p.p.3 Rome ▶  Cassino ▶  Pompeii ▶  Sorrento Renaissance. (BB) Hotel: Grand Mediterraneo(2 Nights) dToday we pay tribute to the brave souls of the 11 Florence Sightseeing e d r Multiple trip discount: : Young traveller discount:World War II Italian Campaign whose last resting Delve into the extravagant legacy of the de' SAVE up to US$82 SAVE US$290place is the Commonwealth War Cemetery Medici in the company of a Local Specialist. Thein Cassino. We view the Benedictine Abbey, elegant Duomo dominates the skyline as we visit s Triple room discount: ; Pastguests:which featured as the site of the Battle of Monte Piazza della Signoria with its exquisite statues SAVE US$90p.p. Access to VIP benefitsCassino in 1944, before heading south to the and palazzi. Enjoy spectacular panoramicwell-preserved ruins of Pompeii. Here we join views of the beautiful skyline of Florence and 9 Special Rate Solo Rooming: Thesea Local Specialist who will share details of the the 400-year-old Ponte Vecchio from Piazzale departures include 20-100% discount ondevastation caused by the eruption of Vesuvius Michelangelo. Tonight experience typical Tuscan our standard single supplement. Please seein AD 79. (BB, DW) Hotel: Johanna Park cuisine as you enjoy a special Be My Guest website for pricing. dinner with a local family. (BB, BG)4 Isle of Capri Excursion d q Christmas & New Year's Eve Highlights: We cross the Bay of Naples today by ferry to the 12 Florence ▶  San Gimignano ▶  Rome The 16 December 2018 departure will glamorous Isle of Capri where we will visit some This morning we visit the charming Tuscan hill celebrate Christmas in Florence. The of its landmark sights. Wander past the chic town of San Gimignano, within whose colourful 20 December 2018 departure will celebrate boutiques and pavement cafés in Capri Town in city walls are extraordinary examples of Christmas in Venice and New Year's Eve in the company of a Local Specialist. (BB) medieval architecture and history. This evening Rome. The 23 December 2018 will celebrate in Rome we enjoy a Farewell Dinner spent in the Christmas in Sorrento and New Year's5 Sorrento ▶  Assisi d company of newfound friends and our Travel Eve in the Italian Lakes. The 27 December We join our Local Specialist in Assisi for a Director. (BB, FD) Hotel: Grand Tiberio 2018 departure will toast New Year's Eve walking tour to visit the Basilica of St. Francis. 13 Depart Rome in Assisi. Each of these specially arranged See the remnants of Roman heritage at the Our discovery of the best of Italy has sadly festive meal celebrations will replace one of church of Santa Maria Sopra Minerva, shop come to an end. Transfers are available to Rome the included meals featured in the itinerary. on Corza Mazzini or admire the beautiful Fiumicino Airport. Conditions apply. (BB) façade of San Rufino Cathedral. Dine tonight 7 Venice Carnival: These departures willat your hotel. (BB, DW) Hotel: Cenacolo be staying in Venice during the Carnival of Venice 2019.Authentic Accommodation6 Assisi ▶  Verona ▶  Venice (2 Nights) d f MORE ABOUT YOUR TRIP Today enjoy the glorious countryside and historic architecture of the Emilia Romagna region. This Airport transfers: On arrival at Rome area is also renowned for its cuisine such as Fiumicino Airport transfers will operate at tortellini, mortadella and parmesan cheese. Travel 9.30am, 12.30pm and 3.30pm. Guests arriving to Verona, the home of Shakespeare's star-crossed later should make their own way to the hotel. lovers, to admire the Roman arena and Juliet's Return transfers on the last travel day will arrive Balcony. Arrive later in Venice, the Queen of the at Rome Fiumicino Airport at 7am and 9.30am. Adriatic. (BB, DW) Hotel: Principe/Amadeus Gratuities: Option to pre-pay gratuities for Travel Director and Driver US$127 per person.Please note: On certain departures Verona will WiFi: See page 74 for details.be visited on Day 8 instead of Day 6. Book early for great savings - see pages 12-13. Extra nights' accommodation page 76.7 Venice Orientation e d * All prices are per person, twin share. We venture to the island of Giudecca where Visit trafalgar.com for availability, up-to-date talented tradesmen share their centuries-old itineraries and Optional Experiences. glassmaking traditions in a Cultural Insight, before meandering through the domain of St. Mark to view the impressive square and Basilica that still bear his name. Our journey through Venice takes us past the opulent Doge's Palace and the Bridge of Sighs, before an afternoon at leisure. (BB)d Insider Experience BB Buffet Breakfast RM Regional Meal DW Dinner with WineWR Welcome Reception FB Full Breakfast BG Be My Guest Dining FD Farewell Dinnere Free time L Lunch D Dinner 29

TRAVEL STYLE THE ESSENTIALS All taken care of LONDONR EXPLORER a 7 nights Hotel accommodation8 days - 1 country b 11 mealsCode: WLON 7 full breakfasts 1 cream tea 3 dinners FROMUS$1975 PP* c On-trip transport PER PERSON TWIN SHARE All transport shownThe Union Jack waves its greeting as you amble through London's THE REAL THINGavenues and lush green spaces, tracing centuries of heritage and Trafalgar highlightshistorical landmarks from Big Ben to Buckingham Palace on thisAt Leisure holiday. Marvel at castles, cathedrals and palaces, see Enjoy our hand-picked Trafalgarthe picturesque Cotswolds and indulge in a traditional English Insider Experiences. Here’s a samplecream tea. of what you can expect. CULTURAL INSIGHT Forage for the freshest food buys at Britain's most renowned food market – Borough Market and rub shoulders with royalty enjoying an English cream tea at Kensington Palace LOCAL SPECIALIST For included sightseeing in London and a guided tour of Westminster Abbey HIDDEN TREASURE Enjoy at least one surprise Hidden Treasure ENGLAND THE ICONS City tour in London Orientation of Borough Market ▶ Greenwich Visit Windsor Castle ▶ Stonehenge ▶ Westminster Abbey ▶ Kensington Palace ▶ You will also have a choice of fantastic free museums to visit including the Imperial War Museum and the British Museum View Big Ben ▶ the Houses of Parliament ▶ Westminster Abbey and Buckingham Palace Scenic cruise on the Thames from the London Eye down to Greenwich 3-day London Oyster card pass OPTIONAL EXPERIENCE SIMPLY THE BEST Stratford upon Avon, Oxford and the Cotswolds Take it from our real reviews from real guests, we’ve earned an average 4.6 satisfaction Stratford upon Avon rating. See all at: trafalgar.com/reviews Cotswolds Oxford LONDON Windsor Castle 7 Stonehenge30 London Start End Overnight stays Sightseeing stops

YOUR HOLIDAY the daily lives of Londoners. Embrace your YOUR HOLIDAY PLANNER inner foodie and indulge in the flavours of the1 Arrive London (7 Nights) best of British, before spending the rest of the PRICE PP PRICE PPEmbrace the pomp and pageantry of a city that day at leisure visiting London's extraordinary Start End Twin Start End Twinmarches to its very own vibrant cosmopolitan museums, many of which are free to visit. Use London London Share London London Sharetune – yours to explore before meeting your your London Oyster card to traverse the length SU 04 NOV SU 11 NOV 2150 SU 20 JAN SU 27 JAN 2025Travel Director and fellow travellers this evening and breadth of London. (FB) SU 11 NOV SU 18 NOV 2150 SU 27 JAN SU 03 FEB 2025for a Welcome Reception to kick off your grand SU 18 NOV SU 25 NOV 2150 SU 03 FEB SU 10 FEB 1975At Leisure exploration. (WR) Hotel: The Tower 7 London At Leisure and Farewell Dinner SU 25 NOV SU 02 DEC 2150 ] SU 10 FEB SU 17 FEB 2095 in Greenwich e SU 17 FEB SU 24 FEB 2150 Enjoy one last full day in the lively city streets of SU 02 DEC SU 09 DEC 2150 SU 24 FEB SU 03 MAR 21502 London Sightseeing and At Leisure or SU 09 DEC SU 16 DEC 2150 SU 03 MAR SU 10 MAR 2150 SU 16 DEC SU 23 DEC 2150 SU 10 MAR SU 17 MAR 2150Tower of London Optional Experience e London. This afternoon meet with your Travel q1 SU 23 DEC SU 30 DEC 2295 SU 17 MAR SU 24 MAR 2150Ease into London's energetic pace this morning q SU 30 DEC SU 06 JAN 2325 SU 24 MAR SU 31 MAR 2150before embarking on an included half-day Director and travel companions for a leisurely 2050 cruise down the Thames to Greenwich. Sail 2019 2025sightseeing tour with your Travel Director under the famous Tower Bridge before enjoying SU 06 JAN SU 13 JANfeaturing Big Ben, the Houses of Parliament, a Farewell Dinner at a historic pub with a toast to SU 13 JAN SU 20 JANBuckingham Palace and Westminster Abbey. your unforgettable week. (FB, FD) ESAAVRILNYGBSIRSDAVE US$174p.p.See the stately Changing of the Guard beforeyour sightseeing tour finishes in central London. 8 Depart London Single Supplement (add to price above): US$800p.p. CITY EXPLORERSpend the rest of the day enjoying a slice of After breakfast, say a fond farewell to London Exceptions 16 Dec 18 to 03 Feb 19: US$750p.p.London culture or join an Optional Experience and newfound friends as you prepare to returnto the Tower of London to see the magnificent home after a memorable At Leisure holiday r Multiple trip discount: : Young traveller discount:Crown Jewels and meet the Yeoman Warders of in one of the world's greatest cities. Airport SAVE up to US$20 SAVE US$210Her Majesty's Royal Palace and Fortress. This Transfers to London Airports are available toevening, we enjoy a delicious meal at Heddon purchase. Conditions apply. (FB) ; Pastguests: Access to VIP benefitsStreet Kitchen in the heart of the West End –one of Chef Gordon Ramsay's most-celebratedLondon eateries. (FB, RM) PERFECT COMBINATIONS q Christmas & New Year's Eve Highlights: The 23 December 2018 departure will3 Excursion to Windsor Castle and INCLUDING ROME EXPLORER celebrate Christmas in London. And the Stonehenge 30 December 2018 departure will toast New Regal traditions and ancient monuments take Why not extend your holiday by adding another City Year's Eve in London. Each of these specially centre stage today as we embark on a full-day Explorer to this trip? For itinerary and departure arranged festive meal celebrations will excursion from London. Visit Windsor Castle, details see pages 32-33 for the ‘Paris Explorer’ or replace one of the included meals featured in one of the Queen's elegant homes including visit our website for the ‘Rome Explorer’. the itinerary. the superb Georgian State Apartments and St. George's Chapel before free time for lunch WINTER WONDERLAND 1 Christmas Day: Is celebrated in the United in this historic market town. Our next stop sees HYDE PARK Kingdom on 25 December. The majority of us delve into the fascinating history of the best- businesses and organisations (except for known prehistoric monument in Europe – the Mid November 2018 - Early January 2019 hospitals) are closed on Christmas Day. Some ancient circle at Stonehenge before returning smaller stores selling food may open however to London. (FB) public transport services may not operate at all. Your itinerary may be affected and4 London At Leisure or full-day Optional Get in the festive spirit and visit Hyde Park inclusions changed to accommodate closures. Experience to Oxford and the which hosts the annual Winter Wonderland Cotswolds e extravaganza! This is a popular event which ] Valentines: This departure will be in London Armed with your 3-day travel pass, London attracts people from all over the country, on Valentine's Day. truly is your oyster. Your Travel Director will give offering festive cuisine from all over the world, you suggestions on how to make the most out handcrafted gifts and unique experiences f MORE ABOUT YOUR TRIP of your full day at leisure. Walk through 'The like enjoying a cocktail in Bar Ice, admiring City' exploring the oldest part of London. Pay the sculptures in The Magical Ice Kingdom or Shared Rooming: Room Share and triple tribute to Admiral Nelson in Trafalgar Square and watching the spinning acrobats in the Circus rooms are not available on this trip. wander down The Mall to Buckingham Palace. Megadome. There is something for everyone! London Airport Transfers: Transfers available Alternatively, consider a full-day Optional to purchase. Conditions apply. See page 76 for Experience to the enchanting Cotswolds, visiting details. Shakespeare's Stratford-upon-Avon with a stop Gratuities: Option to pre-pay gratuities for in the university town of Oxford. Get a real taste Travel Director and Driver, US$70 per person. of the city this evening with Trafalgar's exclusive WiFi: See page 74 for details. Eatwith Optional Experiences. Consider sharing Book early for great savings - see pages 12-13. delicious traditional flavours with a local family Extra nights' accommodation page 76. in their home. (FB) * All prices are per person, twin share. Visit trafalgar.com for availability, up-to-date5 Westminster Abbey and Kensington Leisurely itineraries and Optional Experiences. Palace with English Cream Tea d Imagine the kings and queens who have glided 7 nights in vibrant EATWITH OPTIONAL gracefully up the 13th century mosaic floor London. Meander through EXPERIENCE of Westminster Abbey which we will have an opportunity to explore this morning on a Borough Market to Get a real taste of the city with Trafalgar’s guided visit with a Local Specialist. Later, visit see where locals have exclusive Eatwith Optional Experiences. Visit Kensington Palace for a Cultural Insight into the shopped for centuries. Christabel at her North London home and enjoy lives of the Royal Family. Tour the Royal Palace a slice of her legendary salted caramel tart. that was once home to Diana, Princess of Wales, and indulge in a delicious English cream tea in The Orangery surrounded by beautiful formal gardens before returning to your hotel. (FB)6 London Borough Food Market and Iconic Museums d Saunter past the buzzing stalls of Borough Market. Your Travel Director will take you on a leisurely walk for a Cultural Insight intod Insider Experience BB Buffet Breakfast RM Regional Meal DW Dinner with WineWR Welcome Reception FB Full Breakfast BG Be My Guest Dining FD Farewell Dinnere Free time L Lunch D Dinner 31

TRAVEL STYLE THE ESSENTIALS All taken care of PARISR EXPLORER a 7 nights Hotel accommodation8 days - 1 country b 11 mealsCode: WPAR 7 hot buffet breakfasts FROMUS$1895 PP* 1 Regional Meal lunch PER PERSON TWIN SHARE 1 Parisian Brasserie voucher 2 dinners with local wineWith the zest of a large city and the heart of a little village, Paris c On-trip transportreveals its secrets to a select few. See the City of Light on this All transport shownAt Leisure holiday as it has never been seen before – the hidden All transfers showncourtyards and charming arrondissements, each with their owndistinct personality. You'll also witness the opulence of Versailles THE REAL THINGand sample French flavours fit for royalty. Trafalgar highlights Enjoy our hand-picked Trafalgar Insider Experiences. Here’s a sample of what you can expect. CULTURAL INSIGHT Discover Paris on Parisian terms as your Local Specialist reveals some of the city's hidden gems, including a behind the scenes tour of Montmartre to discover the secrets of the artists quarter. The secrets of la cuisine are yours to discover and enjoy as you learn how to cook the Parisian way with a local chef SMALL GROUP SIGHTSEEING Enjoy an in-depth, intimate guided tour at the fascinating Louvre Museum in a group size of no more than 25 guests LOCAL SPECIALIST For included sightseeing in Paris, Montmartre, the Louvre and Versailles HIDDEN TREASURE Enjoy at least one surprise Hidden TreasureNORMANDY AND THE D-DAY 7 PARIS THE ICONSBEACHES OPTIONAL EXPERIENCE VersaillesAVAILABLE ON DAY 3 Insider walking tour in Paris with a Local Specialist Orientation tour in Paris FRANCE Visit the Royal Estate of Versailles including the Royal Palace ▶ Petit Trianon and Marie Antoinette's Hamlet “Le Petit Hameau” ▶ ascend to second floor of the Eiffel Tower ▶ the “village” of Montmartre, the Latin Quarter and the shopping district of Paris View the Champs Élysées ▶ Paris Opera House ▶ Arc de Triomphe ▶ Place de la Concorde ▶ Notre Dame Cathedral SIMPLY THE BEST Take it from our real reviews from real guests, we’ve earned an average 4.6 satisfaction rating. See all at: trafalgar.com/reviews32 Art Deco Metro Sign, Paris Start End Overnight stays Sightseeing stops

YOUR HOLIDAY romantic hideaways. Spend the rest of the day at YOUR HOLIDAY PLANNER leisure embracing your inner bon vivant before1 Arrive Paris (7 Nights) embarking on a special evening experience Start PRICE PP Start PRICE PP Paris is well deserving of its title – the City of at the renowned Louvre museum. Enjoy the Paris End Twin Paris End Twin Light – and it is yours to explore At Leisure in quiet atmopshere of the museum during this Paris Share Paris Share depth over the next few days. Check-in to your Small Group Sightseeing tour with your centrally located hotel and spend the afternoon Local Specialist. (BB) SU 04 NOV SU 11 NOV 1950 2019 1950 getting to know your picturesque surrounds. 7 Paris Morning At Leisure, Walking Tour SU 18 NOV SU 25 NOV 1950 SU 13 JAN SU 20 JAN 1950 Wander through the leafy boulevards and and Farewell Dinner e SU 27 JAN SU 03 FEB 1895 winding cobblestone lanes of the French capital, Today is your last chance for last-minute SU 02 DEC SU 09 DEC 1950 ] SU 10 FEB SU 17 FEB 1950 stopping for a leisurely café au lait while watching souvenir shopping or alternatively participate SU 16 DEC SU 23 DEC 1950 SU 24 FEB SU 03 MAR 1950 sophisticated Parisians go by their day-to-day. on an Optional Experience to visit the Musée q SU 23 DEC SU 30 DEC 2075 SU 10 MAR SU 17 MAR 1950 This evening join your fellow travellers and Travel d'Orsay. During the festive season, visit the q SU 30 DEC SU 06 JAN 2125 SU 24 MAR SU 31 MAR Director for a quintessentially Parisian Welcome Christmas markets that are held all over the Reception. (WR) Hotel: Novotel Tour Eiffel capital: in Montparnasse, on the Avenue des SEAAVRILNYGBSIRSDAVE US$159p.p. Champs-Élysées and in La Défense. Or visit2 Paris Sightseeing and At Leisure e the Nativity scenes in Notre-Dame de Paris Single Supplement (add to price above): US$650p.p. Join your Travel Director this morning for a cathedral, the Madeleine church, and Basilique fascinating tour of this mesmerising city. View Sacré-Cœur. Whether they be traditional, r :Multiple trip discount: Young traveller discount: CITY EXPLORER the grand Champs Élysées, Place de la Concorde baroque or modern, these veritable works of SAVE up to US$53 SAVE US$190 and Arc de Triomphe, built by Napoleon in the 19th art welcome a large number of visitors. This century. Delve into its hidden squares and secret afternoon enjoy a walking tour to a part of ; Pastguests: passages, visiting one of Paris' most historic Paris where you will discover how the French Access to VIP benefits neighbourhoods and a favourite local haunt that Revolution began. Join your Travel Director and remains a secret to outsiders. Gaze from the companions for a Farewell Dinner at an iconic q Christmas & New Year's Eve Highlights: second level of the Eiffel Tower to the boulevards Parisian restaurant dating back to 1686. (BB, FD) The 23 December 2018 departure will below. Spend the evening at leisure, or take an 8 Depart Paris celebrate Christmas in Paris. And the Optional Experience to the Latin Quarter for a After breakfast, it's time to bid Paris au 30 December 2018 departure will toast New visit inside the medieval Notre-Dame and a scenic revoir as you prepare to return home after a Year's Eve in Paris. Each of these specially cruise down the River Seine. (BB) memorable At Leisure break in one of the world's arranged festive meal celebrations will greatest cities. Airport transfers are available. replace one of the included meals featured in3 Paris At Leisure or Optional D-Day Conditions apply. (BB) the itinerary. Beach Experience e Spend the day soaking up the sights and sounds PERFECT COMBINATIONS ] Valentines: This departure will be in Paris on of this elegant European capital. Your Travel INCLUDING ROME EXPLORER Valentine's Day. Director will suggest activities and attractions that will ensure a memorable day spent Why not extend your holiday by adding f MORE ABOUT YOUR TRIP discovering Paris. You may wish to experience another City Explorer to this trip? For itinerary a full-day Optional Experience on the northern and departure details see pages 30-31 for the Shared Rooming: Room Share and Triple coast of France to uncover the poignant history ‘London Explorer’ or visit our website for the Rooms are not available on this trip. of the D-Day Landing. Spend your evening at ‘Rome Explorer’. Airport Transfers: On arrival to Paris Charles leisure exploring the city's glittering sights at De Gaulle Airport transfers will operate at night or use your Parisian Brasserie voucher to 8am, 11am and 2pm. Guests arriving later indulge in delicious French flavours at one of the should make their own way to the hotel. nearby brasseries. (BB) Return transfers on the last travel day will arrive at Paris Charles De Gaulle Airport at 8am4 Full-Day Excursion to the Palace and DINE OUT AT A TOP and 11.30am. Royal Estate of Versailles d e PARISIAN BRASSERIE Gratuities: Option to pre-pay gratuities for Tread in the footsteps of French nobility Travel Director and Driver US$78 per person. and explore the opulence and splendour of Included Parisian Brasserie voucher which WiFi: See page 74 for details. Versailles. Join a Local Specialist as you wander gives you a choice of centrally located Parisian Book early for great savings - see pages 12-13. through the palace's extraordinary Hall of brasseries to visit for either lunch or dinner. Extra nights' accommodation page 76. Mirrors and Battles Gallery. Meander through * All prices are per person, twin share. the picturesque Royal Gardens and visit Petit Visit trafalgar.com for availability, up-to-date Trianon to see first-hand how the French Royal itineraries and Optional Experiences. Family lived in private. Get a real taste of the city with Trafalgar's exclusive Eatwith Optional EATWITH OPTIONAL Experiences. Share delicious traditional flavours EXPERIENCE with a local family in their home. (BB) Get a real taste of the city with Trafalgar’s5 French Cuisine Experience and Leisurely exclusive Eatwith Optional Experiences. Meet At Leisure e d Joelle and her family for a memorable coq au Enjoy a Cultural Insight savouring the exquisite 7 nights in beautiful Paris. vin dinner and embrace your inner Parisian. flavours of French cuisine as you meet a real Delve into the fantasy Parisian chef for an unforgettable gourmet lunch world of King Louis XIV experience, delving into local culinary secrets, at Versailles. delicious flavours and aromas that you will have an opportunity to create yourself and enjoy afterwards. Spend the rest of the day at leisure. This evening perhaps discover the pageantry and French flair of a traditional cabaret performance at the world-famous Moulin Rouge. (BB, RM)6 Visit Montmartre and the Louvre d A leisurely start to our morning sees us take a private street trolley car back in time to the colourful hillside “village” of Montmartre and home to the picturesque Sacré-Coeur. Join your Local Specialist and tread in the footsteps of Picasso, Dali and Van Gogh as you meander through hidden squares, artists' haunts andd Insider Experience BB Buffet Breakfast RM Regional Meal DW Dinner with WineWR Welcome Reception FB Full Breakfast BG Be My Guest Dining FD Farewell Dinnere Free time L Lunch D Dinner 33

TRAVEL STYLE THE ESSENTIALS All taken care of REALQ BRITAIN a 5 nights Hotel accommodation b 7 meals 5 full breakfasts 2 dinners (including Be My Guest)6 days - 3 countries FROMUS$1150 PP* c On-trip transportCode: WIBT PER PERSON TWIN SHARE All transport shownPure poetry awaits as you journey north to the land of the bonny THE REAL THINGand brave. Meandering through the lush green landscapes of Trafalgar highlightsBritain, you'll see the mythical Stonehenge and journey to Walesand its capital, Cardiff. Admire the beautiful Lake District and Enjoy our hand-picked Trafalgarconsider eloping at Gretna Green, before rambling up the Royal Insider Experiences. Here’s a sampleMile en route back to London via Shakespeare's birthplace. of what you can expect. BE MY GUEST This evening join a local family for hearty British hospitality and a home-cooked dinner in their country home in Yorkshire LOCAL SPECIALIST For included sightseeing in Edinburgh HIDDEN TREASURE Enjoy at least one surprise Hidden Treasure SCOTLAND THE ICONS EDINBURGH 2 YORK City tour in Edinburgh Hadrians Orientation of Bath ▶ Cardiff ▶ Liverpool Wall 1 ▶ York Visit Stonehenge ▶ the Roman Baths in Gretna Green Bath ▶ the Tudor town of Ludlow ▶ Gretna Green ▶ Edinburgh Castle ▶ Shakespeare's Grasmere Birthplace in Stratford-upon-Avon Lake View Bath Abbey ▶ Cardiff Castle ▶ the Lake District District's magnificent scenery ▶ Hadrian's Wall ▶ York Minster ▶ Anne Hathaway's 1 LIVERPOOL thatched cottage See the Millennium Stadium in Cardiff ▶ the Palace of Holyroodhouse in Edinburgh SIMPLY THE BEST Take it from our real reviews from real guests, we’ve earned an average 4.6 satisfaction rating. See all at: trafalgar.com/reviews Ludlow ENGLAND WALES Stratford-upon-Avon CARDIFF 1 Bath LONDON Stonehenge34 Scottish bagpipes Start End Overnight stays Sightseeing stops

YOUR HOLIDAY This evening join a local family for hearty British YOUR HOLIDAY PLANNER hospitality and a home-cooked Be My Guest1 London ▶  Stonehenge ▶  Bath ▶  Cardiff Farewell Dinner in their country home. (FB, BG) PRICE PP PRICE PP Experience first-hand what's \"great\" about Hotel: Park Inn by Radisson Great Britain on this mesmerising sojourn past 6 York ▶  Stratford-upon-Avon ▶  London Start End Twin Start End Twin the peaks of Wales and the rolling hills and lush Delve into the fascinating story of Shakespeare's London London Share London London Share farmlands of England to bonnie Scotland. We life at his Birthplace and Visitor Centre in kickstart our adventure in the cosmopolitan Stratford-upon-Avon, and view Anne Hathaway's MO 05 NOV SA 10 NOV 1195 MO 21 JAN SA 26 JAN 1195 capital of London, heading west to the stone thatched cottage. We return to London this MO 12 NOV SA 17 NOV 1195 MO 28 JAN SA 02 FEB 1195 monoliths at Stonehenge whose centuries-old evening where our memorable encounter with MO 19 NOV SA 24 NOV 1195 MO 04 FEB SA 09 FEB 1195 myths have yet to be fully revealed. The elegant Britain's icons comes to an end. (FB) MO 26 NOV SA 01 DEC 1195 MO 11 FEB SA 16 FEB 1150 Georgian architecture of Bath takes centre stage MO 18 FEB SA 23 FEB 1195 during our visit to this famous spa town where MO 03 DEC SA 08 DEC 1195 MO 25 FEB SA 02 MAR 1195 we'll see the Abbey and visit the Roman baths MO 10 DEC SA 15 DEC 1195 MO 04 MAR SA 09 MAR 1195 before crossing the Severn Estuary to Cardiff, MO 17 DEC SA 22 DEC 1195 MO 11 MAR SA 16 MAR 1195 capital of Wales. Delve into the proud culture qH MO 24 DEC SA 29 DEC 1395 MO 18 MAR SA 23 MAR 1195 and heritage of the Welsh as you embark on an qu SA 29 DEC TH 03 JAN 1475 MO 25 MAR SA 30 MAR 1195 orientation of the city to see the Millennium 1195 Stadium and the medieval Cardiff Castle in 2019 1195 the heart of the city. Tonight, we celebrate the MO 07 JAN SA 12 JAN beginning of an epic adventure through Britain at MO 14 JAN SA 19 JAN a Welcome Reception. (WR) Hotel: Park Inn by Radisson City Centre ESAAVRILNYGBSIRSDAVE US$111p.p. GREAT BRITAIN AND IRELAND Single Supplement (add to price above): US$270p.p. Exceptions 29 Dec 18: US$470p.p.2 Cardiff ▶  Ludlow ▶  Liverpool : sYoungtravellerdiscount: Triple room discount: The charming half-timbered Tudor houses of SAVE US$120 SAVE US$10p.p. Ludlow feature today on our exploration of this market town with its medieval walls and ; Pastguests: historic castle. We meander north through Access to VIP benefits the Shropshire Hills and lush green Cheshire landscapes to the bold British city of Liverpool, q Christmas & New Year's Eve Highlights: hometown of the 'Fab Four'. Saunter through The 24 December 2018 departure will its edgy Scouse streets and perhaps visit The celebrate Christmas in Liverpool. The Cavern Club where The Beatles once played on 29 December 2018 departure will toast your evening at leisure. (FB) Hotel: Jurys Inn New Year's Eve in Edinburgh. Each of these specially arranged festive meal celebrations3 Liverpool ▶  Lake District ▶  Gretna This is our second trip with will replace one of the included meals Green ▶  Edinburgh (2 Nights) Trafalgar within 2 years and featured in the itinerary. The enchanting views of Britain's Lake District as always we were treated with provide a scenic backdrop for our leisurely drive a great tour director and driver 1 Christmas Day: Is celebrated in the United north to Scotland – views that inspired the and a wonderful tour. Kingdom on 25 December. The majority of centuries-old writings of such literary greats as businesses and organisations (except for William Wordsworth, who declared the village George, from Australia hospitals) are closed on Christmas Day. Some of Grasmere \"the loveliest spot that man hath smaller stores selling food may open however ever found\". We stop at the runaway wedding public transport services may not operate capital that is Gretna Green where \"Blacksmith at all. Your itinerary may be affected and Priests\" would marry couples over the Marriage inclusions changed to accommodate closures. Anvil. Later, we arrive in enchanting Edinburgh – our home for the next two nights. If your 7 Hogmanay: Marked departure will celebrate visit coincides with the Edinburgh Festival, Hogmanay in Edinburgh. enjoy rousing performances at the spectacular Edinburgh Tattoo in the city's striking castle f MORE ABOUT YOUR TRIP grounds. (FB) Hotel: Leonardo Royal Your London Hotel: Hilton Kensington4 Edinburgh Sightseeing e d For rates and full details please see page 76. Ramble up the Royal Mile in the mesmerising This trip departs from our London Reception medieval city of Edinburgh where you'll join a Centre or the above hotel providing that you Local Specialist on an included city sightseeing have reserved your accommodation at this tour. Meander through the Old Town and view hotel through Trafalgar. Arthur's Seat and the Palace of Holyroodhouse, London Airport Transfers: Transfers available for centuries the seat of the kings and queens of to purchase. Conditions apply. See page 76 the Scots. Your choice of sightseeing could see for details. you visit either Edinburgh's Camera Obscura Gratuities: Option to pre-pay gratuities for or Edinburgh Castle. Spend the rest of the day Travel Director and Driver US$57 per person. exploring Auld Reekie's charming cobblestone WiFi: See page 74 for details. streets, medieval relics and elegant Georgian Book early for great savings - see pages 12-13. and Gothic façades on your own or join your Extra nights' accommodation page 76. Travel Director on an Optional Experience to visit * All prices are per person, twin share. the Royal Yacht Britannia. Soak up the irresistible Visit trafalgar.com for availability, up-to-date charm of the city and consider attending a lively itineraries and Optional Experiences. Scottish banquet with traditional haggis and bagpipes this evening. (FB)5 Edinburgh ▶  Hadrian’s Wall ▶  York d Trace the northern frontier of the Roman Empire at Hadrian's Wall before crossing the River Tyne and venturing south to the ancient cathedral city of York, whose origins hark back to Roman times. Saunter along the famous Shambles and view York Minster, one of the greatest cathedrals in the world.d Insider Experience BB Buffet Breakfast RM Regional Meal DW Dinner with WineWR Welcome Reception FB Full Breakfast BG Be My Guest Dining FD Farewell Dinnere Free time L Lunch D Dinner 35

TRAVEL STYLE THE ESSENTIALS All taken care of IRISHQ HIGHLIGHTS a 6 nights Hotel accommodation b 9 meals 6 full breakfasts 3 dinners (including Be My Guest)7 days - 1 country FROMUS$1195 PP* c On-trip transportCode: WRIH PER PERSON TWIN SHARE All transport shown (including ferry) All transfers shownShare a pint and some Irish ‘craic' with new friends and you'll THE REAL THINGwish you'd stayed longer – your journey from Dublin through Trafalgar highlightsIreland's lush counties and charming towns gives a taste of whatyou will enjoy on the Emerald Isle. From cathedrals and castles to Enjoy our hand-picked Trafalgarexquisite Waterford crystal, stately city squares and scenic coastal Insider Experiences. Here’s a sampledrives, there's a lot to say sláinte about. of what you can expect. BE MY GUEST Traditional Irish fare with an Italian twist is served up at Glenealy Farmhouse near Dublin with the charming Fulvio family on hand to share their story CULTURAL INSIGHT Explore the tragic history of Ireland's famine emigration at the Dunbrody Famine Ship Experience, a replica of one of the original famine ships used in the 1800s, and learn how delicate Irish crystal is crafted at the House of Waterford Crystal during a workshop tour LOCAL SPECIALIST For included sightseeing in Dublin HIDDEN TREASURE Enjoy at least one surprise Hidden Treasure IRELAND DUBLIN THE ICONS Galway 11 City tour in Dublin Orientation of Galway ▶ Limerick ▶ WaterfordCliffs of Moher Co. Wicklow Visit Bunratty Folk Park ▶ the Cliffs of Moher ▶ Blarney to kiss the stone and gain the ‘gift of Bunratty the gab' ▶ the Crystal Showroom at Waterford LIMERICK ▶ the famine ship in New Ross View St. Patrick's Cathedral in Dublin ▶ King 1 John's Castle ▶ St. Mary's Cathedral in Limerick See the Cathedral of GalwayFERRY Scenic drive of the Ring of Kerry New Ross SIMPLY THE BESTRing of 2 KILLARNEY WATERFORD 1 Take it from our real reviews from real guests,Kerry Macroom we’ve earned an average 4.6 satisfaction Youghal rating. See all at: trafalgar.com/reviews Blarney36 Irish sheep farming, Ring of Kerry Start End Overnight stays Sightseeing stops

YOUR HOLIDAY Cultural Insight into the tragic plight of the Irish YOUR HOLIDAY PLANNER emigrants who fled the potato famine during1 Arrive Dublin ▶  Afternoon Sightseeing d the 1800s. Continuing through County Wexford PRICE PP PRICE PPTread in the footsteps of James Joyce and Oscar and the lush countryside of County Wicklow, we Start End Twin Start End TwinWilde, through the lyrical streets of Dublin – journey to Dublin stopping en route at Glenealy Dublin Dublin Share Dublin Dublin Shareyour launch pad to a memorable encounter Farmhouse for a Farewell Be My Guest dinner SU 28 OCT SA 03 NOV 1250 SU 13 JAN SA 19 JAN 1250 SU 20 JAN SA 26 JAN 1250with Ireland's iconic highlights. This morning with the charming Fulvio family. (FB, BG) SU 04 NOV SA 10 NOV 1250 SU 27 JAN SA 02 FEB 1250is yours to soak up the charming atmosphere Hotel: Clayton SU 11 NOV SA 17 NOV 1250 SU 03 FEB SA 09 FEB 1250of the quirky capital, before meeting a Local SU 18 NOV SA 24 NOV 1250 SU 10 FEB SA 16 FEB 1195Specialist for a sightseeing tour with views of 7 Depart Dublin SU 25 NOV SA 01 DEC 1250 SU 17 FEB SA 23 FEB 1250Trinity College, St. Patrick's Cathedral and the For now, it's time to say a fond slán abhaile to SU 24 FEB SA 02 MAR 1250stately Georgian Squares. Indulge in a little Irish your fellow travellers as you close the curtain SU 02 DEC SA 08 DEC 1250 SU 03 MAR SA 09 MAR 1250craic this evening, joining your Travel Director on an unforgettable journey through the SU 09 DEC SA 15 DEC 1250 u TU 12 MAR MO 18 MAR 1295and fellow travellers for a traditional Irish pub Emerald Isle. Airport transfers are available. qH TH 20 DEC WE 26 DEC 1350 u SU 17 MAR SA 23 MAR 1295experience that will kickstart your holiday in Conditions apply. (FB) q WE 26 DEC TU 01 JAN 1395 WE 20 MAR TU 26 MAR 1295 q SU 30 DEC SA 05 JAN 1395 SU 24 MAR SA 30 MAR 1295style. (WR) Hotel: Ballsbridge 1250 2019 SU 06 JAN SA 12 JAN2 Dublin ▶  Galway ▶  Bunratty SEAAVRILNYGBSIRSDAVE US$105p.p. GREAT BRITAIN AND IRELAND ▶  Limerick We journey to Galway, the City of Tribes, where Single Supplement (add to price above): US$280p.p. we'll see its stone cathedral on the banks of Exceptions 12 Mar 19: US$320p.p. the Corrib and spend some free time exploring its colourful façades. Irish traditions and r Multiple trip discount: : Young traveller discount: heritage are explored during a fascinating visit SAVE up to US$35 SAVE US$120 to Bunratty Castle and its Folk Park, a living museum that reveals insights into life in Ireland s Triple room discount: ; Pastguests: during the 18th and 19th centuries. Be sure to drop SAVE US$10p.p. Access to VIP benefits into Mac's for a pint, meet the Bean an Tí and see if you can spot a fairy. Then travel to Limerick, q Christmas & New Year's Eve Highlights: our home for the night. Spend the rest of the The 20 December 2018 departure will evening at leisure enjoying the world-renowned celebrate Christmas in Dublin. The hospitality of the Irish. (FB) Hotel: Greenhills 26 December 2018 departure will toast New Year's Eve in Dublin. And the 30 December3 Limerick ▶  Cliffs of Moher ▶  Killarney Every detail of my trip was 2018 departure will toast New Year's Eve in (2 Nights) handled with the utmost care. Limerick. Each of these specially arranged This morning view the 13th century King John's Everything was taken care of festive meal celebrations will replace one of Castle overlooking the Shannon, St. Mary's from start to finish. I enjoyed the included meals featured in the itinerary. Cathedral and the Treaty Stone during your my trip thoroughly. orientation in Limerick. Our first stop is the 1 Christmas Day: Is celebrated in Ireland on spectacular sheer Cliffs of Moher where we will Susan, from USA 25 December. The majority of businesses learn about their history during a visit to the and organisations (except for hospitals) ‘Atlantic Edge' exhibition. After a picturesque are closed on Christmas Day. Some smaller coastal drive through the villages of Lahinch and stores selling food may open however public Kilrush, we take the ferry across the Shannon transport services may not operate at all. estuary. Our home for the next two nights Your itinerary may be affected and inclusions is the colourful little town of Killarney. (FB) changed to accommodate closures. Hotel: Killarney Avenue 7 St. Patrick's Day will be celebrated in4 Ring of Kerry Excursion Ireland on these departures Circle the spectacular Ring of Kerry – its emerald green hills, centuries-old stone villages and f MORE ABOUT YOUR TRIP vivid blue seascapes provide a breathtaking backdrop for our leisurely drive around this Airport transfers: On arrival at Dublin Airport beautiful coastline that has inspired writers and transfers will operate at 8.30am, 11am and poets for centuries. We'll see Daniel O'Connell's 1pm. Guests arriving later should make their Cahirciveen, the fishing village of Waterville, own way to the hotel. Return transfers on the Molls Gap and the Black Valley, renowned for last travel day will arrive at Dublin Airport at being the last place in Ireland without electricity 7am, 9am and 11am. and telephone networks. (FB) Gratuities: Option to pre-pay gratuities for Travel Director and Driver US$68 per person.5 Killarney ▶  Blarney ▶  Youghal WiFi: See page 74 for details. ▶  Waterford Book early for great savings - see pages 12-13. Cross the rugged Kerry Mountains and travel Extra nights' accommodation page 76. to Blarney Castle and kiss the stone that bears * All prices are per person, twin share. its name in pursuit of acquiring the ‘gift of the Visit trafalgar.com for availability, up-to-date gab'. En route to Waterford, we stop in the itineraries and Optional Experiences. historic seaport town of Youghal, once home to Sir Walter Raleigh. This evening we dine in our hotel. (FB, D) Hotel: Marina6 Waterford ▶  New Ross ▶  Co. Wicklow ▶  Dublin d Enjoy a Cultural Insight into the centuries-old tradition of crafting fine glass at the House of Waterford Crystal where we'll watch the talented master craftsmen in their workshop creating exquisite pieces. Our next stop is in the town of New Ross where we'll see the monument to John F. Kennedy who travelled to his ancestral family hometown in 1963. We'll visit the three- masted famine ship Dunbrody and gain ad Insider Experience BB Buffet Breakfast RM Regional Meal DW Dinner with WineWR Welcome Reception FB Full Breakfast BG Be My Guest Dining FD Farewell Dinnere Free time L Lunch D Dinner 37

TRAVEL STYLE THE ESSENTIALS All taken care of ENCHANTINGQ FRANCE a 8 nights Hotel accommodationNEW 9 days b 13 meals 1 country 8 hot buffet breakfasts Code: WENF 5 dinners (including Be My Guest) with local wine FROMUS$2295 PP* c On-trip transport PER PERSON TWIN SHARE All transport shown All transfers shownLet yourself be seduced by the sophistication and elegance of a THE REAL THINGfestive sojourn through France. Medieval châteaux, historic city Trafalgar highlightscentres and sumptuous French flavours of roasted chestnuts,fresh oysters and effervescent champagne are the order of the Enjoy our hand-picked Trafalgarday as you travel from Paris to Burgundy, Strasbourg to Dijon. Insider Experiences. Here’s a sample of what you can expect. BE MY GUEST Return to 17th century France and join a local family on their farm near the famous Château de Villandry for a traditional three-course Tourangelle dinner accompanied by local wines AUTHENTIC ACCOMMODATION Stay in a 18th century château containing antique furniture in the spectacular Loire region of France LOCAL SPECIALIST For included sightseeing in Paris, Loire Valley and Dijon HIDDEN TREASURE Enjoy at least one surprise Hidden Treasure Reims THE ICONS PARIS 1 2 La Vallée STRASBOURG 2 City tour in Paris and Dijon Shopping Outlet Orientation of Reims and Strasbourg Visit the oldest and largest French Christmas CHÂTEAU Market in Strasbourg ▶ the designer outlet DE BEAUVOIS shopping at La Vallée Village near Paris - home Loire Valley 2 Amboise Château 1 to 110 stores selling famous fashion and DIJON homeware brands Chenonceau Château SIMPLY THE BEST FRANCE Take it from our real reviews from real guests, we’ve earned an average 4.6 satisfaction rating. See all at: trafalgar.com/reviews38 Eiffel Tower, Paris Start End Overnight stays Sightseeing stops

YOUR HOLIDAY Place Kléber, waiting for night to fall to witness YOUR HOLIDAY PLANNER it towering over the square in all its illuminated1 Arrive Paris glory. (BB) Hotel: Le Boma PRICE PP PRICE PPSavour the good life in la belle France on this Start End Twin Start End Twinsophisticated sojourn that will see you visit 6 Strasbourg Christmas Markets Paris Paris Share Paris Paris Sharecharming towns, elegant country châteaux See Strasbourg's sights from the water thisand one of Europe's oldest Christmas markets. morning as you board your included river cruise WE 28 NOV TH 06 DEC 2295 TH 13 DEC FR 21 DEC 2350This evening we kickstart our festive foray that will take you past some of the important FR 30 NOV SA 08 DEC 2350 SA 15 DEC SU 23 DEC 2350through France, joining our fellow travellers buildings of the European Union institutions and Travel Director for a Welcome Reception such as the Council of Europe and the Europeanand orientation drive past the glittering icons Parliament. See the colourful half-timbered ESAAVRILNYGBSIRSDAVE US$176p.p.of Paris, from the Champs Élysées to the houses of Petite France that line the river banksEiffel Tower. (WR) Hotel: Novotel Tour Eiffel and travel through one of the lock systems on Single Supplement (add to price above): US$740p.p. the river. Spend the rest of the day exploring this2 Paris Sightseeing ▶  Château de beautiful medieval city, including its UNESCO r Multiple trip discount: : Young traveller discount:Beauvois (2 Nights) d World Heritage historic city centre. (BB) SAVE up to US$59 SAVE US$230Delve behind the grand boulevards of Paris,joining a Local Specialist on their discovery of 7 Strasbourg ▶  Reims ▶  Paris (2 Nights) s Triple room discount: ; Pastguests:the hidden squares and secret lanes of a Paris We journey back north to Paris today via the SAVE US$10p.p. Access to VIP benefitsthat few outsiders have had an opportunity to ancient Roman city of Reims. Pop the cork onexplore. Your short insider walk will culminate in France's capital of champagne and uncover the f MORE ABOUT YOUR TRIP FRANCE SPAIN PORTUGAL AND MOROCCOa visit to one of the city's loveliest squares, where imperial heritage of a city that for over a centuryyou'll encounter the authentic flavours of and crowned France's kings. After a brief orientation, Airport transfers: On arrival at Paris Charlesday-to-day life in Paris. Stroll through charming set off to explore the ornate Gothic architecture de Gaulle Airport transfers will operate athistoric neighbourhoods before ascending to of the 14th century Cathédrale Notre-Dame de 8am, 11am and 2pm. Guests arriving laterthe second level of the iconic Eiffel Tower for Reims or join an optional experience to sample the should make their own way to the hotel. Returnspectacular panoramic views of the city – the fruity flavours of the region's fine champagnes. transfers on the last travel day will arrive at Parisgrand boulevards, manicured gardens and iconic We continue to Paris where we spend the next two Charles de Gaulle Airport at 8am and 11.30am.Seine stretch as far as the eye can see. This nights seduced by the glitz and glamour of the City Gratuities: Option to pre-pay gratuities forafternoon, we leave Paris behind and journey of Light. Kick-start your love affair with Paris and Travel Director and Driver US$88 per person.to a magnificent château in the Loire Valley, consider joining an optional experience to one of the WiFi: See page 74 for details.our home for the next two nights. (BB, DW) city's famous cabaret shows to sample Montmatre's Book early for great savings - see pages 12-13.Hotel: Château de Beauvois nightlife. (BB) Hotel: Novotel Tour Eiffel Extra nights' accommodation page 76. * All prices are per person, twin share.3 Châteaux Excursion d 8 Paris Free Day or La Vallée Shopping Visit trafalgar.com for availability, up-to-date Tread in the footsteps of French nobility, Outlet Village Excursion itineraries and Optional Experiences. admiring the beautiful châteaux of the Loire Spend a full day exploring Paris on your terms. Valley. Join your Local Specialist for a visit to Stroll along the Seine, popping in to a patisserie the exquisite Amboise Royal Château, where for a tasty treat and some people watching, or King François I once hosted Leonard da Vinci, get your art fix at the Louvre, Pompidou Centre whose tomb now lies in the Chapel of Saint- and even Le Marais. Alternatively travel to the Hubert adjoining the château. Next stop is the outskirts of Paris to La Vallée Shopping Outlet fairy-tale Chenonceau Château which straddles Village and engage in some retail therapy at one the River Cher. Admire its beautiful Gothic and of the best outlet shopping villages in Europe Renaissance architecture, reflected in the waters with over 110 designer shops to chose from. This of the river, and exquisite masterpieces by evening, we revel in the city's intoxicating spirit Rubens and Tintoretto, before rambling through of bonhomie as we dine in one of the city's fine its magnificent landscaped gardens. This brasseries to toast to new friendships. (BB, FD)evening, we feed our soul and stomach during 9 Depart Parisan unforgettable Be My Guest Experience with For now, it's time to bid a festive farewell tobon amis. (BB, BG) France at the end of a memorable trip. Transfers are available to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport.4 Château de Beauvois ▶  Dijon Conditions apply. (BB) The lively city of Dijon and its imperial heritagetake centre stage today as we explore the capitalof Burgundy, whose historic centre has beenrecognised as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.Join a Local Specialist who'll regale you withfascinating insights into the lives of the dynamic AUTHENTIC ACCOMMODATIONBurgundian Dukes and their link to the Houseof Habsburg. Admire the city's well-preserved Château de Beauvois, Loire Valley, Francemonuments and see the Gothic masterpiece that is Step back in time with a two night stay atthe Church of Notre Dame and grand Ducal Palace, a gorgeous château once frequented byoverlooked by the Philippe le Bon tower. The rest Louis XIII. The regal 16th and 17th centuryof the day is yours to explore this medieval city. building has a number of wings, a manicuredSaunter down the splendid Rue des Forges for a flowered terrace, a Renaissance Tower and ajourney back to medieval times or consider a visit landscaped box-hedge garden, all surroundedto the superb Musée des Beaux-Arts. (BB, DW) by ancient woodland.Hotel: Mercure Dijon Centre Clémenceau5 Dijon ▶  Strasbourg (2 Nights) The smell of roasted chestnuts on a chilly day makes our visit to the capital of Christmas even more special. We visit Strasbourg's Christkindelsmärik today, one of the oldest Christmas markets in Europe and certainly one of the best, with 300 wooden chalets spread out over 11 sites. Browse the beautifully decorated Christmas stalls heaving with handmade decorations, local delicacies and Alsatian fare, then pay a visit to the giant Christmas tree ond Insider Experience BB Buffet Breakfast RM Regional Meal DW Dinner with WineWR Welcome Reception FB Full Breakfast BG Be My Guest Dining FD Farewell Dinnere Free time L Lunch D Dinner 39

TRAVEL STYLE THE ESSENTIALS All taken care of SPANISHQ WONDER a 8 nights Hotel accommodation9 days - 1 country b 12 mealsCode: WPWO 8 hot buffet breakfasts 4 dinners (including Be My Guest) with local wine FROMUS$1695 PP* c On-trip transport PER PERSON TWIN SHARE All transport shown All transfers shownSet your watch to a fiery Flamenco beat as you dance through THE REAL THINGthe heart of Spain from Madrid to Andalusia, famed for its Sierra Trafalgar highlightsNevada, Moorish-influenced architecture and the zesty scents oforange blossoms. Visit the ornate Alhambra Palace in Granada, Enjoy our hand-picked TrafalgarValencia's 19th century Bullring and marvel at Gaudi's Gothic gift to Insider Experiences. Here’s a sampleBarcelona, la Sagrada Familia. of what you can expect. BE MY GUEST Enjoy a traditional Andalusian dinner and the charming company of the Morillo family whose olive oil you'll learn how to produce and get to sample after a welcome drink of sangria in their sun-dappled courtyard CULTURAL INSIGHT The invincible swords of Toledo have defended cities for centuries. Visit an inlaid steel factory in Toledo to see local craftsmen forging the highest-quality steel LOCAL SPECIALIST For included sightseeing in Toledo, Madrid, Córdoba, Seville, Granada and Barcelona HIDDEN TREASURE Enjoy at least one surprise Hidden Treasure SPAIN COMPLIMENTARY TRANSFER BARCELONA THE ICONS available back to Madrid MADRID 2 2 City tour in Toledo ▶ Madrid ▶ Córdoba Toledo ▶ Seville ▶ Barc elona Peñíscola Orientation of Valenc ia Visit the Synagogue and Santo Tomé in VALENCIA 1 Toledo ▶ Mosque of the Caliphs in Cordoba ▶ Cathedral in Seville ▶ the Alhambra Córdoba 1 Guadix Palace in Granada ▶ Montjuïc hill ▶ Plaça de SEVILLE 2 GRANADA Catalunya in Barcelona View the Cave Homes of Guadix ▶ the Serrano and Quart Towers and the City of Arts and Sciences complex designed by Santiago Calatrava in Valencia SIMPLY THE BEST Take it from our real reviews from real guests, we’ve earned an average 4.6 satisfaction rating. See all at: trafalgar.com/reviews40 Flamenco Start End Overnight stays Sightseeing stops

YOUR HOLIDAY the ochre-coloured cliffs of the surrounding YOUR HOLIDAY PLANNER area. We travel to Valencia, where we will stay1 Arrive Madrid (2 Nights) overnight to view the Bullring and admire the Start PRICE PP Start PRICE PP Bienvenidos a Madrid. The lively capital of Spain architecture of its medieval cathedral and the Madrid End Twin Madrid End Twin is our launchpad to a memorable encounter with Serrano and Quart Towers. Embrace the city's Barcelona Share Barcelona Share one of Europe's most soulful destinations. Relax spirit of innovation and stop to view the City of in the lush surrounds of Buen Retiro Park, shop up Arts and Sciences, a large-scale urban recreation ✚ SA 27 OCT SU 04 NOV 1775 2019 1775 a storm on Gran Vía or people-watch over coffee centre for culture and science, designed by ✚ SA 05 JAN SU 13 JAN 1775 and napolitana con chocolate in Puerta del Sol. Santiago Calatrava. This evening dine at your SA 03 NOV SU 11 NOV 1775 1775 This evening join your fellow travellers and Travel hotel and take to the vibrant streets of the Old SA 10 NOV SU 18 NOV 1775 SA 02 FEB SU 10 FEB 1695 Director for a fiery Welcome Reception, followed Quarter. (BB, DW) Hotel: Silken Puerta ✚ SA 17 NOV SU 25 NOV 1775 ✚ SA 09 FEB SU 17 FEB 1775 by an orientation drive to see some of the city's 7 Valencia ▶  Peñiscola ▶  Barcelona SA 24 NOV SU 02 DEC 1775 1775 most iconic sights. (WR) Hotel: Ayre Gran Sightseeing (2 Nights) d SA 16 FEB SU 24 FEB 1775 Head north along the coast through the Levant ✚ SA 01 DEC SU 09 DEC 1775 SA 23 FEB SU 03 MAR 17752 Toledo Excursion and Madrid region and stop at Peñiscola, the City in the SA 08 DEC SU 16 DEC 1775 ✚ SA 02 MAR SU 10 MAR 1775 Sightseeing d Sea, to view the ancient castle of the ‘Spanish 1825 SA 09 MAR SU 17 MAR 1795 We head to Toledo, the former capital of Spain, Pope', built by the Knights Templar and used q TU 18 DEC WE 26 DEC 1825 SA 16 MAR SU 24 MAR 1795 where we join a Local Specialist for a walking in the film, 'El Cid'. We meander along the q TH 20 DEC FR 28 DEC 1995 SA 23 MAR SU 31 MAR tour of this city that dates back to Roman times. Costa Dorada to beguiling Barcelona with its q MO 24 DEC TU 01 JAN 1995 SA 30 MAR SU 07 APR We'll visit a traditional factory to gain a Cultural whimsical Gaudí architecture which we will q FR 28 DEC SA 05 JAN 1995 SA 06 APR SU 14 APR Insight into the age-old steel craft before seeing have an opportunity to view in the unfinished q SU 30 DEC MO 07 JAN one of El Greco's most famous paintings – 'The La Sagrada Família Cathedral, which has been Burial of Count Orgaz' – in the Church of Santo under construction since 1882. Stroll up Las SEAAVRILNYGBSIRSADVE US$150p.p. FRANCE SPAIN PORTUGAL AND MOROCCO Tomé. We'll also visit the synagogue during Ramblas, see the Plaça de Catalunya and pay our guided walk through Toledo's winding tribute to the great discoverer, Christopher Single Supplement (add to price above): US$450p.p. cobblestone lanes. We return to Madrid to Columbus with your Local Specialist. Take Exceptions 30 Mar 19 to 06 Apr 19: US$500p.p. admire the monument to Cervantes and Don a trip up Montjuïc for panoramic views of this Quixote at the Plaza de España and see Puerta enchanting city. The evening is yours to embrace r Multiple trip discount: : Young traveller discount: del Sol, the city's hub with our Local Specialist. the charm of Barcelona. Ramble through El Born SAVE up to US$50 SAVE US$180 Spend your evening at leisure delving into the for delicious tapas or consider visiting a Catalan- delicious flavours of Spain's tapas capital, style restaurant for a delicious dinner of local s Triple room discount: ; Pastguests: or perhaps join your newfound friends for a specialities. (BB) Hotel: U232  SAVE US$30p.p. Access to VIP benefits traditional Spanish dinner. (BB) 9 Special Rate Solo Rooming: These3 Madrid ▶  Córdoba ▶  Seville (2 Nights) 8 Barcelona e departures include 20-100% discount ond Explore centuries of history, contemporary our standard single supplement. Please seeJourneying south through La Mancha, we arrive culture and exquisite art and architecture website for pricing.in Córdoba, once a significant Moor settlement.Join a Local Specialist to visit the Mosque of the on your day at leisure. Visit Gaudí's fairy-tale q Christmas & New Year's Eve Highlights: Park Güell, ramble through the enchanting The 18 December 2018 departure willCaliphs and learn about centuries of Moorish rule Gothic Quarter or join an Optional Experience celebrate Christmas in Barcelona. Theand its influence on the culture and architecture 20 December 2018 departure will celebrateof the region. We travel to flamboyant Seville, to the monastery perched atop Montserrat to Christmas in Valencia. The 24 December see the mystical Black Madonna, the patron 2018 departure will celebrate Christmasour home for the next two nights. Consider an saint of Catalonia. This evening, we celebrate in Madrid and toast New Year's Eve inOptional Experience to see the colourful twirling Barcelona. The 28 December 2018 departureskirts of a fiery flamenco or rub shoulders a memorable journey through Spain with our will toast New Year's Eve in Seville. And the newfound friends and Travel Director at a special 30 December 2018 departure toast Newwith the sevillanos in search of delicious tapeo Farewell Dinner with wine. (BB, FD) Year's Eve in Madrid. Each of these speciallyand wine. (BB) Hotel: Meliá Sevilla 9 Depart Barcelona arranged festive meal celebrations will replace one of the included meals featured in4 Seville Sightseeing e d For now it's a sad adiós to Spain at the end of the itinerary.This morning we meet our Local Specialist fora sightseeing tour of Seville. View the symbolic a memorable holiday. Airport transfers areBell Tower of the Giralda, see the Moorish- available. Conditions apply. (BB) f MORE ABOUT YOUR TRIPinspired Maria Luisa Park with its tiled fountains, Please Note: Your coach returns to Madrid frompavilions and ponds, and walk through the Barcelona on Day 9. You are welcome to use this Airport transfers: On arrival at Madrid Airportimposing Plaza de España. Marvel at Christopher complimentary transfer. Drop-off in Madrid will transfers will operate at 10.30am, 1pm andColumbus' ornate tomb in the cathedral, then be at the Trafalgar Madrid hotel and not at the 3.30pm. Guests arriving later should maketake a walk through the former Jewish Quarter. airport. Arrival will be at approximately 6pm, their own way to the hotel. Return transfersThis evening, we join the Morillo family for a depending on traffic conditions. on the last travel day will arrive at Barcelonaunique Be My Guest dinner at their olive oil Airport at 8am.mill where you learn how oil is produced from Gratuities: Option to pre-pay gratuities forthe 6,000 trees and get to sample some of Travel Director and Driver US$88 per person.their produce. (BB, BG) WiFi: See page 74 for details. Book early for great savings - see pages 12-13.5 Seville ▶  Granada d Extra nights' accommodation page 76. Multicultural Granada takes centre stage today * All prices are per person, twin share. as we visit the magnificent Alhambra Palace Visit trafalgar.com for availability, up-to-date in the company of a Local Specialist. A fine itineraries and Optional Experiences. example of Moorish architecture, the Alhambra complex was mostly built during the 14th century towards the end of Islamic rule in Spain. Wander through the exotic water gardens of the Generalife, the royal Summer Palace, once linked to the other places by a covered walkway across the ravine, and admire the intricate design and detail around every turn. (BB) Hotel: Occidental6 Granada ▶  Guadix ▶  Valencia This morning we journey via the Mora Pass to Guadix in the northern foothills of the Sierra Nevada mountains where you will see the whitewashed troglodyte dwellings lodged intod Insider Experience BB Buffet Breakfast RM Regional Meal DW Dinner with WineWR Welcome Reception FB Full Breakfast BG Be My Guest Dining FD Farewell Dinnere Free time L Lunch D Dinner 41

TRAVEL STYLE THE ESSENTIALSQ WONDERS OF a 8 nights PORTUGAL Hotel accommodation b 12 meals 8 hot buffet breakfasts 4 dinners with local wineNEW 9 days FROMUS$1595 PP* c On-trip transport 1 country PER PERSON TWIN SHARE All transport shown Code: WPOR All transfers shownLet the melancholic trill of the Fado Guitar follow you from THE REAL THINGPortugal's Manueline Lisbon to Baroque Oporto and the port Trafalgar highlightswine Douro Valley. Wander through the medieval cities of Obidos,Évora and Guimarães, and visit the religious landmarks of Fatima, Enjoy our hand-picked TrafalgarBatalha and the dramatic Hieronymite Monastery, enjoying a Insider Experiences. Here’s a sampledelicious pasteis de nata or two along the way. of what you can expect. Guimarães BE MY GUEST Mateus Enjoy typical Portuguese hospitality with OPORTO 2 an evening spent with a local family close to Lisbon. Enjoy a delicious home-cooked meal 1 VISEU delivering the flavours Portugal is famous for. Coimbra CULTURAL INSIGHT BataFlhÁaTIM1 A Sample the Douro Valley's delicious Port wine- Nazaré Tomar CdeasVtiedleo making tradition at one of the local Port wine Obidos lodges LISBON LOCAL SPECIALIST 12 For included sightseeing in Lisbon, Evora and Oporto 1 ÉVORA HIDDEN TREASURE PORTUGAL Enjoy at least one surprise Hidden Treasure THE ICONS City tour in Lisbon ▶ Évora ▶ Oporto Orientation of Castelo de Vide ▶ Viseu ▶ Tomar ▶ Nazaré ▶ Obidos Visit the Hieronymite Monastery in Lisbon ▶ the cathedral in Evora ▶ the Palace Gardens at Palacio de Mateus ▶ the Stock Exchange Palace and Arabian Hall in Oporto ▶ the University Library of Coimbra ▶ the Convent of Christ in Tomar ▶ the Shrine at Fátima ▶ the Gothic Monastery at Batalha and the medieval village of Obidos View the Castle of Guimarães SIMPLY THE BEST Take it from our real reviews from real guests, we’ve earned an average 4.6 satisfaction rating. See all at: trafalgar.com/reviews42 Lisbon Tram Start End Overnight stays Sightseeing stops

YOUR HOLIDAY 7 Oporto ▶  Coimbra ▶  Tomar ▶  Fátima YOUR HOLIDAY PLANNER Soak up the grand atmosphere of one of Europe's1 Arrive Lisbon (2 Nights) greatest and oldest universities and meander PRICE PP PRICE PP Bem vindo a Lisboa. A sea of pastel pinks, yellows through the ancient streets and squares of and blues dot the seven hills of the romantic Coimbra this morning, before journeying to the Start End Twin Start End Twin Portuguese capital, which you will have an Templar city of Tomar to visit the Convent of Lisbon Lisbon Share Lisbon Lisbon Share opportunity to explore today before meeting Christ, originally built as a Templar stronghold in your fellow travellers and Travel Director the 12th century and today an exquisite reminder SA 27 OCT SU 04 NOV 1595 SA 12 JAN SU 20 JAN 1595 for a Welcome Reception and orientation of the Portuguese Renaissance. We arrive in the SA 19 JAN SU 27 JAN 1595 drive past the city's most iconic sights. (WR) pilgrimage centre of Fátima where we'll dine in SA 03 NOV SU 11 NOV 1595 SA 26 JAN SU 03 FEB 1595 Hotel: Olissippo Marques de Sa our hotel. (BB, DW) Hotel: Fatima Hotel SA 10 NOV SU 18 NOV 1595 SA 17 NOV SU 25 NOV 1595 SA 02 FEB SU 10 FEB 1595 SA 24 NOV SU 02 DEC 1595 SA 09 FEB SU 17 FEB 1595 SA 16 FEB SU 24 FEB 1595 SA 01 DEC SU 09 DEC 1595 SA 23 FEB SU 03 MAR 1595 SA 08 DEC SU 16 DEC 15952 Lisbon Sightseeing e d 8 Fátima ▶  Batalha ▶  Nazaré ▶  Obidos SA 15 DEC SU 23 DEC 1595 SA 02 MAR SU 10 MAR 1595 Delve into Lisbon's centuries-old seafaring ▶  Lisbon d q SA 22 DEC SU 30 DEC 1750 SA 09 MAR SU 17 MAR 1595heritage today, paying tribute to the brave men q SA 29 DEC SU 06 JAN 1825 SA 16 MAR SU 24 MAR 1595who set off from these shores to discover a new This morning we rub shoulders with millions 1595 SA 23 MAR SU 31 MAR 1595 of Catholic pilgrims who have journeyed to the 2019 SA 30 MAR SU 07 APR 1695world. We'll see the shimmering white Monument shrine where three young shepherds famously SA 05 JAN SU 13 JANto the Discoveries, the iconic suspension bridge saw the apparition of the Virgin at the pilgrimage ESAAVRILNYGBSIRSADVE US$137p.p.spanning the River Tagus, Belém Tower, builtto commemorate Vasco da Gama's expedition. site of Fátima. En route to Lisbon, we stop at the imposing monastery of Batalha – a UNESCOWe join a Local Specialist for a sightseeing World Heritage site, it is the best example of late FRANCE SPAIN PORTUGAL AND MOROCCOtour of the UNESCO World Heritage Site of the Gothic architecture in Portugal. Our next stop isHieronymite Monastery, an exquisite testament Single Supplement (add to price above): US$420 p.p. at the quaint fishing village of Nazaré before we Exceptions 29 Dec 18: US$480 p.p.to 15th century Manueline architecture and art. visit the medieval walled city of Obidos with itsJoin an Optional Experience to the historic towns 30 Mar 19: US$480 p.p. quaint white-washed houses and cobblestoneof Cascais and Queluz or enjoy a traditional roads. Our last night in Portugal together sees r Multiple trip discount: : Young traveller discount:Portuguese dinner amidst the heart-wrenching, us toast to an incredible journey at a Be My SAVE up to US$46 SAVE US$160melancholic sounds of the fado. (BB) Guest Farewell Dinner with wine. (BB, BG) Hotel: Olissippo Marques de Sa s TriplE room discount: ; Pastguests:3 Lisbon ▶  Évora d SAVE US$50p.p. Access to VIP benefitsTravel to the ancient Alentejo city of Évora. Join 9 Depart Lisbon q Christmas and New Year's Eve Highlights:your Local Specialist and visit the elaborate Say a fond adeus to your fellow travellers The 22 December 2018 departure willcathedral, Roman temple and the Chapel of at the end of an unforgettable Portuguese celebrate Christmas in Viseu. TheBones. Spend the rest of our day delving into 29 December 2018 departure will toast Newthe medieval history of this enchanting city. holiday. Airport transfers are available. Year's Eve in Evora. Each of these specially Conditions apply. (BB) arranged festive meal celebrations willConsider joining an Optional Experience to the replace one of the included meals featured invillage of Monsaraz set against the stunning the itinerary.backdrop of golden olive groves. This evening wedine at our hotel in Évora. (BB, DW)Hotel: M’ar de Ar Muralhas4 Évora ▶  Castelo de Vide ▶  Viseu f MORE ABOUT YOUR TRIP Our first stop today is in the quaint hilltop town of Castelo de Vide with its charming white Airport transfers: On arrival at Lisbon Airport façades, narrow alleys and fascinating Jewish transfers will operate at 9.30am, 12.30pm and Quarter. Travel north towards the Serra de 3.30pm. Guests arriving later should make Estrela mountains and arrive later in Viseu. (BB) their own way to the hotel. Return transfers on Hotel: Grao Vasco the last travel day will arrive at Lisbon Airport at 7am and 9.30am.5 Viseu ▶  Mateus ▶  Guimarães ▶  Oporto I am not the same having seen Gratuities: Option to pre-pay gratuities for (2 Nights) the moon shine on the other side Travel Director and Driver, US$88 per person. Vineyard-clad hills provide an enchanting of the world. WiFi: See page 74 for details. backdrop for our journey today through the Book early for great savings - see pages 12-13. Douro Valley where port wine is produced. We Mary Anne Radmacher Extra nights' accommodation page 76. explore the magnificent gardens at the beautiful * All prices are per person, twin share. baroque Palácio de Mateus, depicted on the label (modern American author and artist) Visit trafalgar.com for availability, up-to-date of the distinctive Mateus wine bottles. We then itineraries and Optional Experiences. continue via Guimarães for views of its impressive 10th century castle before arriving in Oporto where we will spend the next two nights. (BB) Hotel: Crowne Plaza6 Oporto Sightseeing e d Join a Local Specialist today for a sightseeing tour in Oporto which takes you past baroque churches and along the winding cobblestone lanes that tumble down towards the Douro. See the remarkable bridges that span the river and the Gothic Church of St. Francis. Visit the Stock Exchange Palace with its splendid Arabian Hall inspired by Granada's Alhambra, before experiencing a fascinating Cultural Insight into the centuries-old tradition of local port production at a tasting in a port cellar. Spend the rest of the afternoon strolling through the historic centre of Oporto, admire the azulejo-clad façades or visit Livraria Lello, the city's oldest book store with its iconic red staircase. (BB)d Insider Experience BB Buffet Breakfast RM Regional Meal DW Dinner with WineWR Welcome Reception FB Full Breakfast BG Be My Guest Dining FD Farewell Dinnere Free time L Lunch D Dinner 43

TRAVEL STYLE THE ESSENTIALS All taken care of HIGHLIGHTS a 12 nightsK OF SPAIN AND Hotel accommodation PORTUGAL b 18 meals13 days - 2 countries 12 hot buffet breakfastsCode: WHIG 1 lunch (Be My Guest) 5 dinners with local wine FROMUS$2150 PP* c On-trip transport PER PERSON TWIN SHARE All transport shown All transfers shownKick off your Iberian adventure in Madrid before heading to the THE REAL THINGhanging houses in Cuenca and devouring delicious paella in Trafalgar highlightsValencia. See the troglodyte cave dwellings at Guadix, the 14thcentury Alhambra Palace and passionate Flamenco in Seville Enjoy our hand-picked Trafalgarbefore heading to Portugal's Algarve, its hilly capital, Lisbon, and Insider Experiences. Here’s a sampleFátima, site of celebrated religious miracles. of what you can expect. BE MY GUEST Saddle up for a superb stud farm visit, the tragic story of unrequited love and a traditional home- cooked lunch with Tiago and Vera in Portugal's beautiful Alentejo CULTURAL INSIGHT Sample the famous sherry tradition in the southern Spanish city of Jerez, that has been making wine since the 7th century. The invincible swords of Toledo have defended cities for centuries. Visit an inlaid steel factory in Toledo to see local craftsmen forging the highest quality steel LOCAL SPECIALIST For included sightseeing in Granada, Córdoba, Seville, Lisbon, Toledo and Madrid HIDDEN TREASURE Enjoy at least one surprise Hidden TreasurePORTUGAL SPAIN THE ICONS SALAMANCA City tour in Córdoba ▶ Seville ▶ Lisbon 1 MADRID ▶ Toledo ▶ Madrid Orientation of Valenc ia ▶ Cadiz ▶ the Algarve 21 Region ▶ Salamanca Visit the Alhambra Palace in Granada Fátima Toledo Cuenca ▶ Cathedral Mosque in Córdoba ▶ Seville LISBON VALENCIA 1 Cathedral ▶ the Hieronomyte Monastery in Lisbon, the Shrine at Fátima, Plaza Mayor in2 Salamanca, Santo Tomé, Synagogue in Toledo View the Hanging Houses of Cuenca ▶ the Córdoba Towers of Serrano and Quart and the City of Arts and Sciences complex designed by Santiago Calatrava in Valencia ▶ The Cave Houses of GuadixALGARVE SEVILLE Guadix 1 3 1 Jerez GRANADA Cádiz44 Traditional Spanish Paella Start End Overnight stays Sightseeing stops

YOUR HOLIDAY spectacular 16th century Hieronymite Monastery, YOUR HOLIDAY PLANNER and Belém Tower, built as a tribute to Vasco1 Arrive Madrid da Gama's journey of discovery. (BB, BG) PRICE PP PRICE PP Embrace la buena vida and soak up the Hotel: Olissippo Marquês de Sá passionate atmosphere of Madrid's vibrant Start End Twin Start End Twin streets before joining your fellow travellers and 9 Lisbon e Madrid Madrid Share Madrid Madrid Share Travel Director for a Welcome Reception and Meander through the cobblestone lanes of old orientation of the city's glorious sights as the sun town Lisbon and the grand shopping boulevards ✚ SU 28 OCT FR 09 NOV 2225 2019 2225 sets on the capital. (WR) Hotel: Ayre Gran that stretch from the shores of the Tagus ✚ SU 13 JAN FR 25 JAN and Lisbon Baixa to Rossio. Today is yours to SU 11 NOV FR 23 NOV 22252 Madrid ▶  Cuenca ▶  Valencia embrace the charm of the Portuguese capital. SU 25 NOV FR 07 DEC 2225 SU 03 FEB FR 15 FEB 2225 Witness the dramatic honey-coloured clifftop Consider joining an Optional Experience to the SU 10 FEB FR 22 FEB 2150 hanging houses of Cuenca during our first historic towns of Cascais and Queluz. (BB) ✚ SU 02 DEC FR 14 DEC 2225 ✚ SU 17 FEB FR 01 MAR 2225 stop today before we journey to Valencia. An q SU 16 DEC FR 28 DEC 2325 SU 24 FEB FR 08 MAR 2225 orientation drive will include views of the 15th 10 Lisbon ▶  Fátima ▶  Salamanca q FR 21 DEC WE 02 JAN 2475 century Towers of Serrano and Quart, and the City Follow the road taken by pilgrims over the q MO 24 DEC SA 05 JAN 2475 ✚ SU 10 MAR FR 22 MAR 2225 of Arts and Sciences. (BB) Hotel: Silken Puerta last 100 years to the Shrine at Fátima, site q SU 30 DEC FR 11 JAN 2475 SU 17 MAR FR 29 MAR 2250 of celebrated religious miracles. We leave SU 24 MAR FR 05 APR 22503 Valencia ▶  Guadix ▶  Granada Portugal, travelling to the historic Spanish city Meandering through the sierra of Spain, we of Salamanca where we will view its 18th century ESAAVRILNYGBSIRSADVE US$186p.p. arrive in Guadix. Witness how generations of Plaza Mayor during our orientation tour. (BB) Guadix locals have carved cosy abodes into their Hotel: Gran Corona Sol Single Supplement (add to price above): US$570p.p. rocky surrounds, then travel through the jagged Mora Pass to Granada. This evening, sample the 11 Salamanca ▶  Toledo ▶  Madrid (2 Nights) r Multiple trip discount: : Young traveller discount: FRANCE SPAIN PORTUGAL AND MOROCCO hearty flavours of Andalusia during a special d SAVE up to US$62 SAVE US$220 Regional Meal at a local restaurant. (BB, RM) See the walled city of Ávila, the town of stones Hotel: Occidental and saints, so named for its vast collection of s Triple room discount: ; Pastguests: Romanesque and Gothic churches. We arrive in SAVE US$30p.p. Access to VIP benefits4 Granada ▶  Córdoba ▶  Seville (3 Nights) the clifftop city of Toledo where we'll visit the d Church of Santo Tomé, home to one of El Greco's 9 Special Rate Solo Rooming: This departure Tread in the footsteps of Spain's last emirs, most famous paintings – The Burial of Count includes 20-100% discount on our standard joining your Local Specialist for a visit to the Orgaz. Join a Local Specialist for a guided walk single supplement. Please see website incredible Alhambra, it's amazing palaces, through the quaint streets and see the oldest for pricing. gardens and fountains. Soak up the tranquil synagogue building still standing in Europe. Later atmosphere in quiet courtyards, follow its enjoy a Cultural Insight into the historical steel q Christmas & New Year's Eve Highlights: colossal ancient walls and admire the ornate industry while watching local craftsmen at work. The 16 December 2018 departure will stone carvings. We leave Granada behind for We arrive in Madrid this evening, our home for the celebrate Christmas in Salamanca. The Córdoba where we'll join a Local Specialist to next two nights. (BB) Hotel: Rafael Atocha 21 December 2018 departure will celebrate visit the mesmerising Cathedral of Córdoba, Christmas in Seville and toast the New Year the former mosque of the caliphs and a jewel 12 Madrid Sightseeing e d in Madrid. The 24 December 2018 departure of Hispano-Islamic art featuring striking arches This morning we join a Local Specialist for a will celebrate Christmas in Valencia and New and Byzantine mosaics. Our final stop for the sightseeing tour of Madrid where you will see the Year's Eve in Lisbon. And the 30 December day is beguiling Seville, our home for the next Royal Palace, Puerta del Sol and the Cervantes 2018 departure toast New Year's Eve in three nights. (BB, DW) Hotel: Meliá Sevilla Monument with its stone representations of Valencia. Each of these specially arranged Don Quixote's \"true love\". Spend the rest of festive meal celebrations will replace one of5 Seville Sightseeing e d the afternoon exploring the city on your terms. the included meals featured in the itinerary. Seville takes centre stage today as we spend the This evening marks the end of our memorable day exploring this charismatic city. We'll see the journey through the Iberian Peninsula. Join your f MORE ABOUT YOUR TRIP symbolic Giralda Bell Tower in the company of fellow companions and Travel Director for a a Local Specialist, then visit the Maria Luisa Farewell Dinner. (BB, FD) Airport transfers: Transfers on arrival at Park. We'll walk through the imposing Plaza de Madrid Airport will operate at 10.30am, 1pm España and visit the largest Gothic Cathedral 13 Depart Madrid and 3.30pm. Guests arriving later should in the world, where the explorer Christopher For now it's time to say a fond adiós to Spain and make their own way to the first hotel. Return Columbus is entombed. Perhaps witness Portugal at the end of a memorable holiday. Airport transfers from the last hotel will arrive at the twirling of colourful skirts and rhythmic transfers are available. Conditions apply. (BB) Madrid Airport at 8.30am and 11am. clapping of castanets this evening at a fiery Gratuities: Option to pre-pay gratuities for flamenco performance. (BB) Travel Director and Driver US$127 per person. WiFi: See page 74 for details.6 Seville ▶  Jerez and Cádiz Excursion d Book early for great savings - see pages 12-13. We indulge in the aromatic flavours of Jerez Extra nights' accommodation page 76. today as we gain a Cultural Insight into the * All prices are per person, twin share. centuries-old tradition of Spanish sherry Visit trafalgar.com for availability, up-to-date production. The leafy boulevards and quiet itineraries and Optional Experiences. plazas of romantic Cádiz are our next stop. (BB)7 Seville ▶  Algarve Region We journey from Spain to the sun-kissed shores of southern Portugal's Algarve, a retreat for sun-worshippers with its spectacular natural landscapes and fascinating heritage. (BB, DW) Hotel: Agua Riverside8 Algarve ▶  Lisbon Sightseeing (2 Nights) d Travel north to the Serra da Arrábida mountains and the golden landscapes of the Alentejo where you'll enjoy a delicious Be My Guest lunch at a traditional Stud Ranch where Lusitano horses have been reared since the 18th century. We arrive in the seafaring Portuguese capital of Lisbon this afternoon where we'll join a Local Specialist for a sightseeing tour of thed Insider Experience BB Buffet Breakfast RM Regional Meal DW Dinner with WineWR Welcome Reception FB Full Breakfast BG Be My Guest Dining FD Farewell Dinnere Free time L Lunch D Dinner 45

TRAVEL STYLE THE ESSENTIALS All taken care of SPAIN, a 15 nightsK MOROCCO AND Hotel accommodation PORTUGAL b 22 meals16 days - 3 countries 15 hot buffet breakfastsCode: WSMP FROMUS$2750 PP* 1 lunch (Be My Guest) PER PERSON TWIN SHARE 3 dinners 3 dinners with local wineOrnate architectural wonders, the scent of spice markets and c On-trip transportwarm Mediterranean sun are yours to explore. Wander down All transport shownMadrid's Gran Via, visit the exquisite Alhambra Palace and learn (including ferry to Morocco)the art of haggling in the labyrinthine Medina. Travel to the All transfers shownseafaring city of Lisbon, Fatima, the site of religious miracles, andcross in to Spain to admire the rare beauty of Salamanca. THE REAL THING Trafalgar highlights SALAMANCA SPAIN 1 MADRID Enjoy our hand-picked Trafalgar Insider Experiences. Here’s a sample 12 of what you can expect. BE MY GUEST Saddle up for a superb stud farm visit, the tragic story of unrequited love and a traditional home- cooked lunch with Tiago and Vera in Portugal's beautiful Alentejo CULTURAL INSIGHT The invincible swords of Toledo have defended cities for centuries. Visit an inlaid steel factory in Toledo to see local craftsmen forging the highest quality steel. Visit a Moroccan pharmacy to learn about local healing creams and cosmetics made from regional ingredients LOCAL SPECIALIST For included sightseeing in Madrid, Toledo, Fez, Marrakesh, Seville and Lisbon HIDDEN TREASURE Enjoy at least one surprise Hidden Treasure Fátima Toledo 2 LISBON THE ICONS SEVILLE GRANADA City tour in Madrid ▶ Toledo ▶ Fez 21 ▶ Marrakesh ▶ Seville ▶ Lisbon COSTA DEL SOL Orientation of Casablanca ▶ Rabat ▶ Tangier 1 ▶ Fátima ▶ Salamanca Visit the Synagogue and Santo Tomé in Toledo FETRARYNGIER1 ▶ the Alhambra Palace in Granada ▶ Bahia Palace in Marrakesh ▶ Cathedral in Seville Rabat 2 FEZ ▶ Monastery of the Hieronymites in Lisbon, Casablanca Plaza Mayor in Salamanca View Hassan II Mosque in Casablanca ▶ Royal MOROCCO Palace in Rabat ▶ Belém Tower in Lisbon ▶ the Shrine at Fátima Atlas 2 Mountains SIMPLY THE BEST MARRAKESH Take it from our real reviews from real guests, we’ve earned an average 4.6 satisfaction rating. See all at: trafalgar.com/reviews46 Moroccan spices Start End Overnight stays Sightseeing stops

YOUR HOLIDAY 9 Marrakesh ▶  Casablanca ▶  Rabat YOUR HOLIDAY PLANNER ▶  Tangier1 Arrive Madrid (2 Nights) We journey north to enchanting Casablanca to PRICE PP PRICE PP Kick off your unforgettable journey in the fiery experience first-hand the intrigue and romance Spanish capital of Madrid. Explore the city's of this city immortalised by Hollywood. We Start End Twin Start End Twin vibrant streets before joining your fellow continue to the Moroccan capital, Rabat. Here Madrid Madrid Share Madrid Madrid Share travellers and Travel Director for a Welcome we will view the Mausoleum of Mohammed V and Reception and orientation drive past some of the 19th century Royal Palace. We arrive in Tangier ✚ SA 27 OCT SU 11 NOV 2795 SA 19 JAN SU 03 FEB 2795 city's most iconic sites. (WR) Hotel: AC Cuzco later this evening where we will dine in our hotel. (BB, D) Hotel: El Minzah ✚ SA 03 NOV SU 18 NOV 2795 ✚ SA 02 FEB SU 17 FEB 27502 Madrid Sightseeing e d SA 10 NOV SU 25 NOV 2795 SA 23 FEB SU 10 MAR 2850 Join a Local Specialist on this day of discovery, 10 Tangier ▶  Seville (2 Nights) SA 17 NOV SU 02 DEC 2795 SA 02 MAR SU 17 MAR 2850 including views of the iconic Cibeles Fountain, Crossing the Straits of Gibraltar by ferry, we SA 24 NOV SU 09 DEC 2795 SA 09 MAR SU 24 MAR 2850 the bustling Gran Vía, Paseo de la Castellana and arrive in Spain and journey through the region SA 16 MAR SU 31 MAR 2850 Puerta del Sol, Madrid's most famous square. At of Jerez to Seville – our home for the next two ✚ SA 01 DEC SU 16 DEC 2795 SA 23 MAR SU 07 APR 2850 Plaza de España, we admire the monument to nights. Perhaps embrace the intoxicating sights q TU 11 DEC WE 26 DEC 2850 SA 30 MAR SU 14 APR 2850 Cervantes before spending the rest of the day at of colourful twirling skirts and the clapping q SU 16 DEC MO 31 DEC 2995 SA 06 APR SU 21 APR 2850 leisure indulging in la buena vida. Consider an sounds of castanets as you watch a traditional q TH 20 DEC FR 04 JAN 2995 SA 13 APR SU 28 APR 2850 Optional Experience to the medieval UNESCO flamenco performance this evening. (BB) q FR 28 DEC SA 12 JAN 2995 World Heritage city of Segovia. (BB) Hotel: Meliá Lebreros 2795 2019 ✚ SA 05 JAN SU 20 JAN3 Madrid ▶  Toledo ▶  Granada d ESAAVRILNYGBSIRSDAVE US$225p.p. FRANCE SPAIN PORTUGAL AND MOROCCOJoin your Local Specialist for a walking 11 Seville Sightseeing e d Single Supplement (add to price above): US$820p.p. Join a Local Specialist for a sightseeing tourtour of Toledo that will take you to visit the that will take you past the iconic Giralda Tower. r Multiple trip discount: : Young traveller discount:Church of Santo Tomé, home to one of El Admire the tiled fountains and pavilions in the SAVE up to US$75 SAVE US$280Greco's most famous paintings - The Burial Maria Luisa Park and visit the imposing Plaza deof the Count of Orgaz. Celebrate the tradition España. See Christopher Columbus' ornate tomb s Triple room discount: ; Pastguests:of steel manufacturing and moulding during in the Cathedral, the largest Gothic Cathedral in SAVE US$60p.p. Access to VIP benefitsa Cultural Insight at a local steel factory the world, and enjoy a walk through the historic 9 Special Rate Solo Rooming: Thesebefore meandering through the breathtaking Jewish Quarter. (BB) departures include 20-100% discount onAndalusian landscape to Granada. (BB, DW) our standard single supplement. Please seeHotel: Allegro 12 Seville ▶  Lisbon (2 Nights) d website for pricing. Your panoramic journey continues through the4 Granada ▶  Costa del Sol d province of Huelva. We cross into the golden q Christmas & New Year's Eve Highlights:Tread in the footsteps of Spain's last emirs fields of the Alentejo region, where we will enjoy a Please note Morocco does not celebrateand admire the impressive palatial city of the memorable Be My Guest lunch at a local stud farm Christmas. The 11 December 2018 departureAlhambra, a 14th century fortress that is said to before arriving in Lisbon this afternoon. (BB, BG) will celebrate Christmas in Madrid. Thehave been inspired by poetry and reflects the Hotel: Olissippo Marquês de Sá 16 December 2018 departure will celebratedescription of paradise found in Islamic verse. Christmas in Seville. The 20 DecemberJoin a Local Specialist for a guided visit then 13 Lisbon Sightseeing e d 2018 departure will toast New Year's Eve incontinue to the famous Costa del Sol where we See the gleaming Monument to the Discoveries, Lisbon. And the 28 December 2018 departurewill spend tonight. (BB) Hotel: Meliá the suspension bridge spanning the River Tagus, toast New Year's Eve in Costa del Sol. Each Belém Tower and the quaint Alfama district, of these specially arranged festive meal5 Costa del Sol ▶  Fez (2 Nights) home to the melancholic fado. Join a Local celebrations will replace one of the includedWe travel along the sun-kissed shores of the Specialist for a sightseeing tour of the UNESCO- meals featured in the itinerary.Mediterranean and cross to North Africa byferry. A memorable drive past the Rif Mountains listed Hieronymite Monastery before spending free time exploring the city's quaint bairros orbrings us to the Imperial city of Fez. (BB, D) perhaps consider an Optional Experience toHotel: Marriott Jnan Palace discover Portugal's Golden Triangle of Queluz, f MORE ABOUT YOUR TRIP Cascais and Estoril. (BB)6 Fez Sightseeing e d Airport transfers: On arrival at Madrid AirportJoin a Local Specialist for a sightseeing tour transfers will operate at 10.30am, 1.00pm andthrough the cultural and spiritual centre of 14 Lisbon ▶  Fátima ▶  Salamanca 3.30pm. Guests arriving later should make We trace the path of pilgrims who for decades their own way to the hotel. Return transfers onMorocco. Meander through the fascinating Medina have ventured north to the celebrated shrine the last travel day will arrive at Madrid Airportof Fez, view its fortifications and Royal Palace, at 8.30am and 11.00am.and admire traditional Moroccan handiwork at Fátima to pray to the Virgin Mary and see the Note: Visas may be required for this trip. site of celebrated religious miracles. Departing Please speak with your Travel Agent whenduring a visit to a carpet cooperative. Spend the Portugal, we arrive in the historic university city making your reservation to assess yourrest of your afternoon at leisure or consider a visit of Salamanca. (BB) Hotel: Gran Corona Sol specific requirements.to the Imperial city of Meknes. (BB) Gratuities: Option to pre-pay gratuities for 15 Salamanca ▶  Madrid Travel Director and Driver US$156 per person.7 Fez ▶  Marrakesh (2 Nights) Traversing the Sierra de Guadarrama Mountains WiFi: See page 74 for details.Departing Fez, we journey west to the vibrant Book early for great savings - see pages 12-13.city of Marrakesh. Embrace the unrivalled energy we arrive in Madrid, Europe's highest capital Extra nights' accommodation page 76. city. Spend this afternoon exploring the sights. * All prices are per person, twin share.of a city that is said to have been the favourite This evening we join our travel companions and Visit trafalgar.com for availability, up-to-dateholiday haunt of Sir Winston Churchill. (BB) itineraries and Optional Experiences.Hotel: Le Méridien N’Fis Travel Director for a memorable Farewell Dinner with wine. (BB, FD) Hotel: Rafael Atocha8 Marrakesh Sightseeing e d 16 Depart Madrid We join a Local Specialist this morning for a Our epic journey through Spain, Morocco and walking tour through the charming streets of Portugal comes to an end this morning. Transfers Marrakesh. Visit the exquisitely detailed Bahia are available. Conditions apply. (BB) Palace and soak up the spirited atmosphere in the Old Quarter's Djemaa el-Fna Square. We'll visit a traditional Moroccan pharmacy for a fascinating Cultural Insight into the blending of creams and cosmetics from regional ingredients, spending the rest of the day at leisure. (BB, D)d Insider Experience BB Buffet Breakfast RM Regional Meal DW Dinner with WineWR Welcome Reception FB Full Breakfast BG Be My Guest Dining FD Farewell Dinnere Free time L Lunch D Dinner 47

TRAVEL STYLE THE ESSENTIALS All taken care of PRAGUE, a 9 nightsR VIENNA AND Hotel accommodation BUDAPEST b 12 meals 9 hot buffet breakfasts 3 dinners (including Be My Guest)10 days - 4 countries FROMUS$1595 PP* c On-trip transportCode: WPVB PER PERSON TWIN SHARE All transport shown All transfers shownExplore Central Europe's centres of culture and arts At Leisure THE REAL THING– three riverside cities straddling mighty rivers and promising Trafalgar highlightscenturies of tradition and an exhilarating youthful energy. SeePrague's Astronomical Clock and Old Town Square, treat yourself Enjoy our hand-picked Trafalgarto a slice of Sachertorte and view the Hofburg Palace in Vienna. Insider Experiences. Here’s a sampleFollow the Danube to Budapest, visiting Buda's Castle District and of what you can expect.the Fisherman's Bastion. BE MY GUEST Join the Schieszl family for hearty Hungarian fare and the story of their winery, which doubled as a hiding place during WWII for a Jewish friend who was fleeing Nazi persecution CULTURAL INSIGHT Enjoy a visit to the Kunsthistorisches Museum, the largest art museum in Austria, to view the Royal Collection before the general public have access SMALL GROUP SIGHTSEEING Enjoy an expert guided walking tour in Prague with a group size of no more than 25 guests LOCAL SPECIALIST For included sightseeing in Prague, Vienna and Budapest HIDDEN TREASURE Enjoy at least one surprise Hidden TreasurePRAGUE3 CZECH THE ICONS REPUBLIC City tour in Prague ▶ Vienna ▶ Budapest SLOVAKIA Visit St. Vitus' Cathedral and the Old Town VIENNA 3 Bratislava Square of Prague ▶ the Kunsthistorisches Museum in Vienna for a private visit ▶ theAUSTRIA old Hungarian capital of Esztergom ▶ the UNESCO-listed Castle District ▶ Fisherman's Bastion in Budapest View the Presidential Palace and Old Town of Bratislava ▶ the Hofburg Palace and Imperial Boulevards of Vienna Esztergom SIMPLY THE BEST 3 Take it from our real reviews from real guests, we’ve earned an average 4.6 satisfaction BUDAPEST rating. See all at: trafalgar.com/reviews HUNGARY48 View of Parliament, Budapest Start End Overnight stays Sightseeing stops

YOUR HOLIDAY stopping in Esztergom to view its Castle Hill, YOUR HOLIDAY PLANNER domed Cathedral, and St. Thomas Hill. We follow1 Arrive Prague (3 Nights) the scenic riverine landscape to the romantic PRICE PP PRICE PPThe gleaming spires of Prague shine brightly city of Budapest where we will spend the Start End Twin Start End Twinon this At Leisure sojourn through the Imperial next three nights. Enjoy the evening at leisure Prague Budapest Share Prague Budapest Sharecapitals of Prague, Vienna and Budapest, the sipping Hungarian wines or consider gliding FR 26 OCT SU 04 NOV 1650 ✚ FR 18 JAN SU 27 JAN 1650springboard to an unforgettable trip. Admire along the Danube on a scenic river cruise. (BB) FR 09 NOV SU 18 NOV 1650 FR 01 FEB SU 10 FEB 1650the Gothic, Renaissance and Baroque façades Hotel: Art’otel FR 23 NOV SU 02 DEC 1725 ✚ FR 15 FEB SU 24 FEB 1595along its cobblestone streets before joining 8 Budapest Sightseeing and At Leisure e ● FR 07 DEC SU 16 DEC 1725 FR 01 MAR SU 10 MAR 1650your Travel Director and travel companions for d q● FR 21 DEC SU 30 DEC 1825 FR 15 MAR SU 24 MAR 1650an unforgettable Welcome Reception to kick off Join a Local Specialist this morning for a 1925 FR 29 MAR SU 07 APR 1650your holiday. (WR) Hotel: Angelo fascinating walking tour through the winding q FR 28 DEC SU 06 JAN 1650 SU 07 APR TU 16 APR 1675 20192 Prague Sightseeing and At Leisure e cobblestone lanes of Buda's Castle District in ✚ FR 04 JAN SU 13 JANd Buda. Visit the Fisherman's Bastion, view the ESAAVRILNYGBSIRSADVE US$144p.p.Delve into centuries of heritage joining your Matthias Church and drive to Pest to see theLocal Specialist for a Small Group Sightseeing Great Synagogue, the largest in Europe. We payguided walk past the city's iconic sights. Visit the tribute to the seven chieftains of the Magyars infinal resting place of Bohemian kings, St. Vitus' Heroes' Square before enjoying time at leisure Single Supplement (add to price above): US$430p.p.Cathedral, set within the precincts of Prague to indulge in coffee and krémes in the charming Exceptions 23 Nov 18 to 28 Dec 18: US$520p.p.Castle, and admire the Astronomical Clock inthe charming Old Town Square with its hourly Jewish Quarter or shopping for Hungarian r Multiple trip discount: : Young traveller discount: CENTRAL, EASTERN AND NORTHERN EUROPE embroidery and fine porcelain. Tonight enjoy SAVE up to US$48 SAVE US$160Walk of the Apostles. See the 14th century Charles a Be My Guest dinner with the Schieszl familyBridge, lined with the Baroque statues of saints and hear the story of their winery which once s Triple room discount: ; Pastguests:before spending the afternoon admiring the SAVE US$30p.p. Access to VIP benefits sheltered a Jewish friend who was fleeingspectacular cityscape on your terms. (BB) Nazi persecution. (BB, BG) ✚ Special Rate Solo Rooming: These3 Prague At Leisure e 9 Budapest At Leisure e departures include 20-100% discount onPlan your day and see the sights of your choice. our standard single supplement. Please seeYou might like to take an Optional Experience Venture up Gellert Hill for spectacular views of website for pricing. the Budapest skyline, relax in the Szechenyito the historical German city of Dresden. Baths or consider an Optional Experience q Christmas & New Year's Eve Highlights:Alternatively, take time to explore the small The 21 December 2018 departure willstreets and shops of Prague and spend the to Szentendre, a charming riverside village celebrate Christmas in Vienna. Theevening at your leisure. (BB) popular with artists and craftworkers. On our 28 December 2018 departure will toast New last evening together, we toast to a magnificent Year's Eve in Vienna. Each of these specially journey to the Imperial capitals and enjoy a arranged festive meal celebrations will4 Prague ▶ Bratislava ▶ Vienna (3 Nights) Farewell Dinner in a local restaurant. (BB, FD) replace one of the included meals featured in Travel south from Prague through lush Moravian the itinerary.landscapes to Bratislava, passing its Presidential 10 Depart BudapestPalace and quaint Old Town before continuing We say a fond farewell to our companions and 3 Christmas Market Departures: Please noteyour journey to Austria and the Imperial that guests on departures during Advent willcity of Vienna – our home for the next three Travel Director today after an unforgettable experience the festivities of the Christmas At Leisure trip. Transfers are provided to Markets in Prague, Vienna and Budapest. Looknights. Admire the city's musical talents and Budapest airport. Conditions apply. (BB) for the departures marked in the price panel.consider attending a Viennese concert. (BB)Hotel: Hilton Danube Waterfront5 Vienna Sightseeing and At Leisure e Leisurely f MORE ABOUT YOUR TRIP d The heritage of one of Europe's most influential 3 nights to enjoy the Airport Transfers: On arrival at Prague Airport royal families is explored this morning during enchanting City of transfers will operate at 11am and 2.30pm. an exclusive Cultural Insight and guided Music. Amble through Guests arriving later should make their own visit to the Habsburgs royal collection of the grand boulevards of way to the hotel. Return transfers on the last art and wonders before the doors are open imperial Vienna. travel day will arrive at Budapest Airport at to the general public. Visit the spectacular 7am and 11am. Kunstkammer in this private insider visit and see Gratuities: Option to pre-pay gratuities for a treasure trove of valuable objects collected Travel Director and Driver US$97 per person. by the emperors and archdukes of Habsburg WiFi: See page 74 for details. over the centuries. Later, we join an included Book early for great savings - see pages 12-13. sightseeing tour with a Local Specialist to view Extra nights' accommodation page 76. the Hofburg Palace, the official residence of the * All prices are per person, twin share. President of Austria and former home of the Visit trafalgar.com for availability, up-to-date Habsburg Dynasty. We'll see such sights such as itineraries and Optional Experiences. the Parliament Building, the magnificent Opera House and St. Stephen's Cathedral with its geometrically tiled roof. Spend the afternoon at leisure soaking up the city's ka ee culture with a slice or two of Sachertorte. (BB)6 Vienna At Leisure e Today is yours to explore the City of Music on your terms. Tread in the footsteps of the great sons of Vienna – Mozart, Haydn and Strauss, as you delve into the city's rich musical heritage nurtured by aristocrats throughout the centuries. Consider a visit to the beautiful Baroque Schönbrunn Palace or see the elegant Lipizzaner stallions at the Spanish Riding School – the choice is yours. (BB)7 Vienna ▶ Esztergom ▶ Budapest (3 Nights) Meander along the Danube Bend, a narrow twisting valley in the pretty Carpathian Basin,d Insider Experience BB Buffet Breakfast RM Regional Meal DW Dinner with WineWR Welcome Reception FB Full Breakfast BG Be My Guest Dining FD Farewell Dinnere Free time L Lunch D Dinner 49

TRAVEL STYLE THE ESSENTIALS All taken care of IMPERIALK EUROPE a 9 nights Hotel accommodation b 14 meals 9 hot buffet breakfasts 5 dinners (including Be My Guest)10 days - 5 countries FROMUS$1775 PP* c On-trip transportCode: WEOX PER PERSON TWIN SHARE All transport shown All transfers shownMagical cities of bridges, cathedrals, cobbled lanes, and castles – THE REAL THINGcentral Europe's capitals put on a stately show in which the leads Trafalgar highlightsare played by Bohemian Prague, the eclectic Slovakian capital ofBratislava, and the beautiful Danube river featuring the regal cities Enjoy our hand-picked Trafalgarof Vienna and Budapest where you'll break bread with a local Insider Experiences. Here’s a samplefamily and hear of their heart-warming WWII rescue. of what you can expect. BE MY GUEST Join the Schieszl family for hearty Hungarian fare and the story of their winery, which doubled as a hiding place during WWII for a Jewish friend who was fleeing Nazi persecution LOCAL SPECIALIST For included sightseeing in Prague, Budapest, Vienna and Salzburg HIDDEN TREASURE Enjoy at least one surprise Hidden TreasureGERMANY PRAGUE THE ICONS 2 Regensburg City tour in Prague ▶ Budapest ▶ ViennaMUNICH 1 1 CZECH ▶ Salzburg REPUBLIC Orientation of Munich ▶ Regensburg Visit Bratislava the capital of Slovakia ▶ the Fisherman's Bastion in Budapest ▶ the Baroque town centre of Győr View the Marienplatz in Munich ▶ St. Vitus' Cathedral and the Old Town Square of Prague, the Imperial Boulevards of Vienna, Melk Abbey SIMPLY THE BEST Take it from our real reviews from real guests, we’ve earned an average 4.6 satisfaction rating. See all at: trafalgar.com/reviews 1 VIENNA SLOVAKIA SALZBURG 2 Bratislava AUSTRIA Győr 2 BUDAPEST HUNGARY50 Astronomical clock, Prague Start End Overnight stays Sightseeing stops