Spain, Portugal and Morocco Tour

Group Departure:  March 29, 2011

Tour Price:  From USD 3,188.00++ per person based on twin sharing


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Spain, Portugal and Morocco (March 29, 2011)


Tour Highlights:      
Combine the highlights of the Iberian Peninsula with fascinating Morocco on this unforgettable vacation. Visit renaissance Salamanca. The Sanctuary of Fatima, and arrive in explorer Henry the Navigator’s exquisite city of Lisbon. Old walled city of Fez for two overnights. Visit a traditional medina Next, head through the Middle Atlas mountain range to Marrakesh, known for its colorful Djemaa el Fna, a square bustling with acrobats, storytellers, dancers, singers, and food stalls.



MAR 29 DEPART MANILA

Depart Manila, board on your favorite airline, enjoy in flight meals and entertainment.

MAR 30 ARRIVAL - MADRID, SPAIN (B,D)

Upon arrival, transfer to hotel. The rest of the day is free to start exploring lively Madrid.

MAR 31 MADRID-TOLEDO-MADRID (B,D)

A full day guided sightseeing tour of the Spanish capital, situated 2,180 feet above sea level, the Spaniards say it’s the nearest thing to heaven. Tour includes the Avenida Mayor, Puerta del Sol, Parliament Square, and the Royal Palace. In the afternoon drive to Toledo, for sightseeing tour, the splendid setting of this old walled city, then later back to Madrid.


Puerta Del Sol, Madrid

APR 01 MADRID-SALAMANCA (B,D)

After breakfast, proceed to Salamanca for half day tour , just six miles from the spot where Wellington routed Napoleon’s Army in 1812. Visit the House of Shells (La Casa De Las Conchas) See Salamanca's Plaza Mayor, Cathedral and University buildings. Then free time in the afternoon for shopping, and explore of your own (B,D)



Salamanca's Plaza Mayor
APR 02 SALAMANCA-FATIMA (B,D)

After breakfast, transfer to Fatima, will have sighseeing tour of Fatima, see the Little Chapel of the Apparitions, Basilica, the site of Francesco and Jacinta's graves, the Hamlet of Aljustrel, where the children lived, and Valinhos, the site of Our Lady's appearance after the children's return from prison. Follow the Stations of the Cross along the Via Sacra (The Sacred Way) culminating in the Chapel of Calvary, which overlooks all of Fatima.



APR 03 FATIMA-LISBON (B,D)

After breakfast, transfer to Lisbon for half day sightseeing. Li Henry the Navigator made Lisbon the 15th-century mistress of the seas. Tour includes his monument, the Belem Tower, the Moorish Citadel, and the impressive Black Horse Square. Spend the afternoon in the city for shopping, until you transfer to the hotel for check in dinner.

APR 04 LISBON-SEVILLE (B,D)

After breakfast, from the rolling plains of the Alentejo with its woodlands of cork and eucalyptus trees, southwards all the way to the blinding light of Andalusia. Admire its neat white-painted villages and sun-drenched plantations of olives, figs, and almonds, while traveling by way of Beja into magnificent Seville. Upon arrival, you will be transferred to your hotel for check in, the rest of the day is free for shopping. Then Dinner

Seville
APR 05 SEVILLE (B,D)

After breakfast, half day sightseeing tour of Seville one of Spain’s most colorful cities. Perhaps you'd like to spend this morning enjoying sightseeing tour including the main highlights of this vibrant city.

APR 06 SEVILLE-FERRY TO MOROCCO-FEZ (B,D)

After breakfast, an interesting drive today which starts with views of the sherry wine region before reaching the coast for embarkation on the ferry to Morocco. Next motor south along what was once north Africa’s infamous Barbary coast. Join the new motorway for the drive southwards then west bypassing Meknes.


APR 07 FEZ (B,D)
After breakfast, you will have a half day sightseeing tour of ancient Fez, which occupies a position of outstanding scenic beauty. This morning visit the Medina on the included sightseeing and enjoy the maze of narrow streets through the colorful bazaars and the exotic atmosphere. Dinner.

Fez



APR 08 FEZ-MIDDLE ATLAS-MARRAKESH (B,D)

After breakfast, a long drive but enjoyable the glimpses of North African village life reminiscent of Beau Geste while motoring through the Middle Atlas on your way to Marrakech. Upon arrival check in to the hotel, then dinner

APR 09 MARRAKESH (B,D)

After breakfast, the highlight of this morning is the included city sightseeing. You’ll really feel as if you’ve stopped the march of time. Marrakech has always been a meeting place, first just a group of nomad tents, now a bustling city. This guided tour includes the souks, the El Badi Palace, the Bahia Palace etc.

Marrakesh

APR 10 MARRAKESH- RABAT (B,D)
After breakfast, a long drive of the motorway northwards to Rabat, Morocco’s capital city, upon arrival, we will check-in to our hotel in Rabat, the rest of the day is free to explore the city of your own. Dinner at the hotel.

APR 11 RABAT (B,D)

After breakfast, we will have full day sightseeing and shopping tour, we will visit the Mechouar (ramparts and walls surrounding the Royal Palace), the fortified Oudaya Kasbah, the marvelous Mohamed V mausoleum, View the Hassan Tower, visit to Andolusian Gardens.

Royal Palace, Casablanca

APR 12 RABAT – CASABLANCA (B,D)

After breakfast, this morning drive northwest from the heartland of Morocco by way of Settat, to reach the most western of all Moroccan cities Casablanca, the economic capital of Morocco. We will visit the Mohammad V square, Royal Palace and Habbous district and the residential area of Anfa. We will have our lunch in one of the famous fish restaurants located at seafront.


APR 13 CASABLANCA – MANILA (B)

After breakfast, transfer to the airport for flight back to Manila.

APR 14 MANILA

Arrived Manila from a very memorable grand tour


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Inclusions:
Roundtrip airfare via Emirates
4 star hotel accommodation on twin
Daily Breakfast and Dinner
Transfers by private coach
All entrance fees to the sites and the Museums mentioned in the above program
Round trip airport transfers,
English speaking local guide
Private Motor coach services
Filipino Tour Escort / Coordinator
Souvenir Bag and Travel Kit
Personalized Luggage Tags
Travel Insurance

Exclusions:
Phil. Travel Tax
Airfare Taxes and Visa fee
Tips for diver and guide ($10/pax/day)
Lunch and Beverages for meals
Terminal fee P750.00
All items of a personal nature




Photo Credits:
www.fotolibra.com
www.commons.wikimedia.org
www.searchpictures.net
www.travellerspoint.com
www.allposters.co.uk
www.picasaweb.google.com

European Encounter with London

Group Departure:  April 15 / May 06, 2011

Tour Price:  From USD 3,388.00+ per person based on Twin Sharing




*** 15 Days touring through the United Kingdom, the Netherlands, Belgium, France, Switzerland and Italy ***


To download itinerary, please click here:
European Encounter with London (April 15, 2011)
European Encounter with London (May 6, 2011)




APR 15 DEPART MANILA

Depart Manila aboard your favorite airline. Enjoy in-flight meals and entertainment.



Big Ben and the House of Parliament
 
APR 16 LONDON

Upon arrival, you will be meeting your guide and do half-day morning tours of the popular sights of London such as St. Paul's Cathedral or Tower Bridge. You will also see the Tower of London where you will have an opportunity to take photos. The tour also includes a stunning view of neo-gothic architecture - Big Ben and the Houses of Parliament that can be seen from across the River Thames. Transfer to hotel.





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APR 17 LONDON After breakfast, enjoy half-day city tour. You will see Westminster Abbey where many British monarchs have been crowned before making a stop at the London home of Queen Elizabeth II, Buckingham Palace, for another photo opportunity. When possible, you will see the ceremony of the Changing of the Guards here as well. Dinner then check in to your hotel.


APR 18 LONDON/ AMSTERDAM

Early morning pick up from your hotel for transfer to Harwich for a ferry ride to Hook Van Holland. Then immediately transfer to Amsterdam for dinner and check in.


APR 19 AMSTERDAM

After breakfast, sightseeing tour of Amsterdam.  Visit the clog factory followed by a canal cruise before you visit the Diamond Factory. Free day at leisure in the afternoon. You’ll have your dinner before you transfer back to your hotel.




Grand Place, Brussels
   APR 20 AMSTERDAM/BRUSSELS/PARIS

After breakfast, transfer to France city Capital and one of Europe’s Loveliest City, Paris via Brussels. Short stop in Brussels to see the famous Grand Place where the Town Hall is located. See also The Manneken Pis, a fountain/statue of a little boy has stood for centuries. The Manneken Pis or 'Peeing Boy' is not only the beloved symbol of the city, he has also become an icon of urology. Lunch under own arrangement then proceed to Paris for check-in and dinner.






Louvre at Night
  APR 21 PARIS
After breakfast, city orientation of Paris will follow. Guided tour starts with view of Notre Dame Cathedral, have a view of the façade of Louvre Museum, Champs-Elysées, Arch of Triumph, The Opera, Concorde Square, Vendom Square and to top it all ascend to the second level of Eiffel Tower. The rest of the afternoon is free to acquaint yourself with what the city has to offer with its fashionable shops, impressive museums, and the “joie de vivre” Paris rarely fails to impress its visitors. Dinner in a local restaurant.


APR 22 PARIS/LUCERNE

After breakfast, morning drive to Lucerne via Dijon. We enter Switzerland, with wonderful tranquil lakes, en route to picturesque Lucerne. Dinner in the hotel







Mt. Titlis
  APR 23 LUCERNE/MT TITLIS/LUCERNE

After breakfast your tour will be highlighted by taking a cable car ride to the Peak of Mt. Titlis (10,000 ft). Take some time to enjoy the panoramic view of the Swiss Alps as you spend your time taking pictures of the Snowcapped Mountains. Later proceed back to Lucerne, to do some last minute shopping then dinner at the hotel.



APR 24 LUCERNE/ VENICE

After breakfast, morning drive takes us past alpine peaks and through lush green meadows as we make our way into Italy at Chiasso. Shortly afterwards, we continue to magical Venice, the city of Marco Polo.  Dinner then check in to your hotel

APR 25 VENICE

After breakfast you will have your half day tour of Venice on foot. Tour includes St. Mark’s Square and its Cathedral, panoramic views of Doge’s Palace and time to see a traditional Murano Glass Blowing. Afternoon is free at leisure don’t miss out on the optional gondola trip, gliding along the picturesque canals with a local troubadour to serenade you. Dinner will be served.




Florence
 APR 26 VENICE/ FLORENCE

This morning, you’ll be transferred to Florence-one of the liveliest and most creative in Europe with some of the world's greatest Works of Art and magnificent buildings. Upon arrival you will proceed to the city for your city orientation. Visit includes the works of Michelangelo, the Cathedral and it’s dome, the Baptistery, then to the open gallery of Piazza Signoria, then to Santa Croce.


APR 27 FLORENCE/ROME

After breakfast, transfer to Rome. Passing the Tuscany and Umbria Region. Enjoy the sceneries of the Countryside of Italy. Upon arrival in Rome known as the eternal city. Short orientation by bus, and then proceed for dinner and hotel check in




The Roman Forum
 APR 28 ROME

After breakfast, full day tour of Rome will take you to the major sights and Landmarks visiting Sistine Chapel and Vatican Museum with St. Peter’s Basilica and it’s Square, The Colloseum, Roman Forum, Trevi Fountain, the Spanish Steps and more. Some free time in the afternoon for last minute shopping. Dinner then back to your hotel.




APR 29 ROME MANILA

After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your flight back to Manila.

APR 30 ARRIVE MANILA

Arrive Manila from a very memorable Grand tour of Europe.


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Inclusions:
Roundtrip Economy Airfare via Thai Airways

First Class hotel Accommodations on twin
Daily breakfast
Daily dinner (Mix of Local & Chinese)
Panoramic cable car ride to Mt. Titlis
Pre-departure briefing
Local Guide During city tour
Entrance to the 2nd Level of Eiffel Tower
Entrances as stated on the itinerary
Private Deluxe Motor coach
Filipino Tour Coordinator
Souvenir Bag and Travel Kit
Personalized Luggage tags

Exclusions:
Phil. Travel Tax (P1620)
Airfare taxes
Lunch and beverages during meals
Visa fees are subject to change
   *P5000 Schengen / P6000 UK
War Risk Insurance
Airport Terminal Fees (P750)
Tips for the guide and driver ($10/day)
Travel Insurance



Photo Credits:
www.hydeparktowershotel.com
www.visitingdc.com
www.solarworld.co.uk
www.earthinpictures.com
www.owall.net
www.atouchoftuscany.com
www.pixdaus.com




Affordable Europe Tour

Group Departure:  March 25/ 28/ 30, April 16, May 09,  2011

Tour Price:  from USD 2,750.00+ per person (Twin)

To download itinerary, please click here:
Affordable Europe (March 25, 2011)
Affordable Europe (March 28, 2011)
Affordable Europe (March 30, 2011)
Affordable Europe (April 16, 2011)
Affordable Europe (May 09, 2011)



Tour Highlights:
See Notre Dame Cathedral, Seine River Cruise in Paris, Ascend to the 2nd level of Eiffel Tower, Visit Brussels Grand Place and Atomium, Visit to Cheese and Clog Factory in Holland, Amsterdam Canal Cruise, Rhine River Cruise in Germany, Black forest Cuckoo Clock Demo, and Photo stop in Rhine Falls, Mt. Titlis Excursion, photo stop of Vaduz Castle, Visit to Swarovsky Factory, See St Mark’s Square and the Basilica, Visit to Vatican Museum, Sistine Chapel, St Peters Basilica and the Square, the Colosseo, Roman Forum, Trive Fountain, Spanish steps & more.

 
MAR 28 DEPART MANILA

Depart Manila on a prestigious Airline. Enjoy in flight meals and entertainment.

MAR 29 ARRIVE PARIS

Arrive Paris, after Customs and Immigration formalities,  proceed with orientation tour within the city or you may take an optional tour to Versailles Palace, the official residence of the King and Queen during the 14th – 16th century. Then a Parisien River Cruise will follow to see Paris while crossing the river Seine. Dinner and Check in.


The Eiffel Tower
MAR 30 PARIS

After breakfast, city orientation of Paris will follow. Guided tour starts with view of Notre Dame Cathedral,  view of the façade of Louvre Museum, Champs-Elysées, Arc de Triomphe, The Opera, Concorde Square, Vendom Square and to top it all ascend to the second level of the Eiffel Tower. The rest of the day is free. Then, dinner in a local restaurant


MAR 31 PARIS- BRUSSELS -AMSTERDAM

After breakfast, transfer to Amsterdam with a lunch stop in Brussels. See Grand Place and the Manekin Pis and a photo Stop in Atomium will commence. Later proceed to Amsterdam. Dinner, check in at your hotel.


APR 01 AMSTERDAM

After breakfast, city orientation of Amsterdam will follow with a visit to a Diamond Polishing House followed by a canal cruise.  Later, visit a Cheese and clog factory.






Heidelberg
 APR 02 AMSTERDAM- BOPPARD- ST GOAR- HEIDELBERG

After breakfast, transfer to Boppard to take a Rhine River Cruise to St. Goar. Admire the pretty villages, the castles perched high above the river, and the numerous terraced vineyards. Upon arrival in St Goar, reboard your coach and proceed to Heidelberg for a short city orientation. Dinner and check in at your hotel.



APR 03 HEIDELBERG -TITISEE -RHINEFALLS- LUCERNE

After breakfast, say goodbye to Germany as you travel onto the beautiful Lakeside city of Lucerne, Switzerland. A short stop in the Black Forest Region of Germany in Titisee for a cuckoo clock demonstration. Continue to Shaffhausen to see Europe’s largest Falls, the Rhinefalls. Then proceed to Lucerne for Hotel dinner and check in .




Lucerne, Switzerland

APR 04 LUCERNE -  MT. TITLIS - LUCERNE

After breakfast your tour will be highlighted by taking the world’s first revolving cable car to the Peak of Mt. Titlis (3020 m). Take some time to enjoy the panoramic view of the Swiss Alps as you spend your time taking pictures of the Snowcapped Mountains. Later proceed back to Lucerne for some last minute shopping. Dinner in the hotel.


APR 05 LUCERNE-  VADUZ - INNSBRUCK

Breakfast in your hotel. Motorcoach to Austria via Vaduz, the Capital of the Principality of Liechtenstein . Then take the Scenic Highway of Tyrol Region of Austria. Upon arrival in Innsbruck, a short city orientation will follow. Dinner, then check in at your hotel.





Venice
APR 06 INNSBRUCK - VENICE

Breakfast inside the hotel. Say goodbye to Austria but say hello to Italy. Motorcoach to Troncheto pier and take your vaporetto ride to San Marco. City sightseeing on foot of Venice Island visiting Basilica de San Marco, the St. Mark’s Square, Bridge of Sighs followed by a Murano glass Blowing Demonstration. Back to Troncheto, then check in to your hotel in Venice Mestre.




APR 07 VENICE - ROME

After breakfast, transfer to Rome. Passing the Tuscan and  Umbria Regions. Enjoy the scenery of the Countryside of Italy. Upon arrival in Rome, proceed to dinner and hotel check in.


The Colesseum
 APR 08 ROME

After breakfast, full day tour of Rome will take you to the major sights and landmarks visiting Sistine Chapel and Vatican Museum, then to St. Peter’s Basilica and its Square, The Colosseum, Roman Forum, Trevi Fountain, the Spanish Steps and more. Some free time in the afternoon for last minute shopping. Dinner then back to your hotel.


 
 
APR 09 ROME - MANILA

After breakfast, free time to do your last minute shopping then transfer to the airport for your flight back to Manila.

APR 10 ARRIVE MANILA

Arrive Manila from a very memorable and affordable grand tour of Europe.


--- End of Tour ---





Inclusions:
Roundtrip Economy Airfare
3 -4 Star Hotel Accommodations on twin
Daily Breakfast inside the hotel
Daily dinner (Local & Chinese Meals)
Excursion to Mt. Titlis
Rhine River Cruise in Germany
Pre departure Merienda briefing
Local Guide During city tour
Entrance to the 2nd Level of Eiffel Tower
Entrance to Vatican Museum
Private LDC Motorcoach services
Filipino Tour Escort/ Coordinator
Souvenir Bag and Travel Kit
Personalized Luggage tags
Travel Insurance


Exclusions:
Phil. Travel Tax (P1620)
Airline taxes
Lunch and beverages during meals
Visa fee  (Schengen)
War Risk Insurance
Airport Terminal Fees (P750)
Tips for Guide & Driver $10/ person/day


* Minimum of 30 persons for this tour to push through.  Please call our office if you wish to book. 



Photo Credits:
www.visitingdc.com
www.luraastor.blogspot.com
www.dorlingkindersley-uk.co.uk
www.dsi.unive.it
www.desktopnature.com











Taste of the East

Group Departure:  March 28 / April 17 / May 08, 2011

Tour Price: From USD 3,288.00+ per person (Twin)


To download itinerary, please click here:
Taste of the East (March 28, 2011)
Taste of the East (April 17, 2011)
Taste of the East (May 08, 2011)


TOUR HIGHLIGHTS:
See Brandenburg Gate, Reichstag, Opera house in Berlin, Lazienki Palace, Gothic Town Hall, Market Square of Wroclaw, Visit to Jasna Gora Monastery House of the Black Madonna in Częstochowa Visit to Auschwitz Concentration Camp. See Wieliczka Salt Mine Cave. See Europe’s Most Beautiful City Prague, Charles Bridge the Astronomical clock. View Opera House, Parliament Bldg, Town Hall & Schonbrunn Palace in Vienna.Tour of Church of St. Matthias the beautiful Parliament Building. Royal Palace & Heroes Square of Budapest.





MAR 28 MANILA-VIENNA

Check-in at airport at 9pm


MAR 29 VIENNA

Depart Manila on a prestigious airline. Enjoy in-flight meals and entertainment.  Arrive Vienna, upon arrival you will meet an English Speaking Airport Assistant and then transfer to hotel for check-in


Schonbrunn Palace in Vienna
 MAR 30 VIENNA (B,D)

After Breakfast city tour of Vienna to see the State of Opera House, the Hofsburg, the Parliament, the Town Hall and the Ringstrasse, the famous Ring Boulevard with its monuments and view the Giant Ferris Wheels a the Viennese amusement park call “Prater”. Later, visit the State Apartments of the Schonbrunn Palace and garden – the former summer residence of the Habsburg.Rest of the day is free at leisure. Dinner.


MAR 31 VIENNA-BUDAPEST(B,D)

After breakfast, cross the border of Hungary and head to Budapest. Budapest possesses a rich and fascinating history as well as a vibrant cultural heritage.Recognizing the unique value of its traditions it has managed to maintain its magic and charm, and is rightly known as the Queen of the Danube.



Parliament Building in Budapest
 APR 01 BUDAPEST (B,D)

Start your sightseeing tour this morning with the visit to the superb murals in the Church of St. Matthias beside the Fisherman’s Bastion, from where we have a perfect vista of the beautiful Parliament Building. We view the Royal Palace of Buda, and then cross the Danube to the Pest district, where we visit Heroes Square and drive along Andrassy Boulevard.




APR 02 BUDAPEST-KRAKOW (B,D)

After breakfast, motor coach to the border of Poland. Upon arrival in Krakow, you will be transferred to a local restaurant for dinner. Then check in to your hotel




Wieliczka Salt Mine in Krakow
APR 03 KRAKOW (B,D)

After breakfast transfer to Wieliczka Salt Mine. This mine, a centuries-old tourist attraction cannot be compared to anything else in the world. The mine has been visited from its beginning by the famous and the mighty of this world. Kopernik, Goethe, Humboldt, Paderewski, Mendelejew, Baden Powell, Karol Wojtyla - who later became Pope John Paul II, ordinary people and crowned heads of state, all have visited this remarkable site. Later back to Krakow for dinner.




The Black Madonna
APR 04 KRAKOW-CZESTOCHOWA-WARSAW (B,D) After breakfast, guided city sightseeing then continue to visit Jasna Gora, the monastery near Czestochowa, and admire its Black Madonna, which is venerated as the “Queen of Poland” and has become the country’s national symbol

Next, stop in Auschwitz to visit what is left of the CONCENTRATION CAMP, a chilling reminder of the Holocaust. Evening arrival in Warsaw.







APR 05 WARSAW (B,D)

After breakfast , our local guide will tell us about the tormented, often tragic history of this important gateway city between East and West.

-- End of Tour --


Inclusions:
Roundtrip airfare via Emirates Airlines
First Class hotel Accommodations on twin sharing
Daily Buffet Breakfast inside the hotel
Daily dinner (Local & Chinese Meals)
Entrance to Wieliczka Salt Mine
Entrance to Schonbrunn palace
Entrance to Prague Castle
Private LDC /Motor coach Services
Pre-departure Merienda briefing
Local Guide During city tour
Private Deluxe Motorcoach
Filipino Tour Escort/ Coordinator
Souvenir Bag and Travel Kit
Personalized Luggage tags

Exclusions:
Phil. Travel Tax (P1620)
Airline taxes
Lunch and beverages during meals
Schengen Visa fee
War Risk Insurance
Airport Terminal Fees (P750)
Tips for Guide & Driver $10/ person/day

 
* Minimum of 25 pax to run this tour.  If you wish to book this, please call our office.