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TABLE OF CONTENT SLOVENIA AND CROATIA WONDERS OF SLOVENIA AND CROATIA (LG 18)

BOHEMIAN COUNTRYSIDE (LG 01)

13 days: Ljubljana – Postojna – Bled – Zagreb – Plitvice –

9 days: Prague – Karlovy Vary – Ceske Budejovice – Holasovice –

Split – Dubrovnik – Montenegro . .................................................. 4

Cesky Krumlov – Lednice – Moravsky Krumlov – Kutna Hora – Prague ................................................................ 26

CROATIAN UNESCO HERITAGE TOUR (LG 17) 8 days: Zagreb – Plitvice – Zadar – Split – Dubrovnik – Mljet ...................................................................... 6

GOURMET TOUR OF THE JEWELS OF AUSTRIA & SLOVENIA (LG 13) 12 days: Vienna – Maribor – Ljubljana – Postojna –

SLOVENIAN PEARLS THROUGH GOLF PLAYING (LG 11)

Piran – Kranjska Gora – Bled ..................................................... 28

8 days: Ljubljana – Volcji Potok – Bled – Postojna – Catez – Ptuj .............................................................................. 8

ALPINE-TIROL-DOLOMITES TOUR (LG 09) 10 days: Vienna – Ljubljana – Postojna – Ljubljana – Bled –

SLOVENIA WINE TOUR (LG 45)

Heiligenblut – Grossglockner – Cortina d’Ampezzo – Passo Sella –

8 days: Ljubljana –Bled – Goriska Brda – Portoroz -

St. Christina – Innsbruck – Vienna ............................................... 30

Maribor – Ptuj – Bizeljsko - Ljubljana ........................................... 10

GERMANY AND SWITZERLAND (LG 07) 16 days: Frankfurt – Rudesheim – Heidelberg – Munich – Dachau –

BALKAN AREA

Passau – Fussen – Neuschwanstein – Fussen – Lucerne – Pilatus – Interlaken – Lugano – Milan . ......................................... 32

BALKAN HIGHLIGHTS (LG 10) 15 days: Athens – Ohrid – Tirana – Dubrovnik – Split – Bled – Ljubljana – Zagreb .......................................................... 12

WESTERN AND SOUTHERN EUROPE

PILGRIMAGE TO MEDJUGORJE (LG 41)

THE ART CIRCLE TOUR (LG 36)

7 days: Dubrovnik – Medjugorje - Split ........................................ 14

8 days: Rome – Assisi – Siena – Florence – Padua – Venice – Verona – Lake Como – Milan – San Marino – Perugia – Rome . .......... 34

SECRETS OF SERBIAN MONASTERIES (LG 15) 7 days: Belgrade – Manasija – Ravanica – Ljubostinja –

FRENCH ART AND HISTORY (LG 40)

Vrnjacka banja – Zica – Studenica – Sopocani –

8 days: Paris – St. Malo – Nantes – Angers – Tours – Amboise –

Novi Pazar – Milesevo – Zlatibor ................................................. 16

Blois – Chambord – Orléans – Gien – Briar - Montargis – Fontainebleau . ....................................................................... 36

THE BEST OF BULGARIA (LG 39) 8 days: Sofia – Plovdiv – Kazanlak – Shipka Pass –

HIGHTLIGHTS OF SPAIN AND PORTUGAL (LG 44)

Tryavna – Arbanassi – Sofia ....................................................... 18

16 days: Madrid – Toledo – Salamanca – Porto – Fatima – Lisbon – Seville – Costa del Sol – Granada – Valencia – Barcelona ................. 38

DRACULA TOUR (LG 27) 5 days: Bucharest – Bran – Sighisoara – Sibiel – Sibiu – Bucharest . ................................................................... 20

CENTRAL AND EASTERN EUROPE

SCANDINAVIA AND THE BALTIC SCANDINAVIAN CAPITALS (LG 38) 9 days: Stockholm – Helsinki – Stockholm – Jonkoping – Malmo – Copenhagen – Kattegat – Oslo . .................................................. 40

NOSTALGIC JOURNEY TO BAROQUE HUNGARY (LG 42) 8 days: Budapest – Veszprem – Herend – Fertod ............................ 22

BALTIC PEARLS (LG 24) 8 days: Helsinki – Stockholm – Riga – Tallinn – St. Petersburg –

JEWISH HERITAGE TOUR OF POLAND (LG 43)

Helsinki ................................................................................. 42

8 days: Warsaw – Krakow – Auschwitz – Lublin – Warsaw ................ 24

Legend: B = Breakfast; D = Dinner; O = Overnight; L = Lunch,

= UNESCO world heritage

Editor: Kompas d.d., Pražakova 4, 1514 Ljubljana, Slovenia • Programmes commercially prepared by: Kompas d.d., Incoming Department • Translated by: U.T.A. Prevajanje • Photographs: archives Kompas, STO (www.slovenia.info), HTZ • Graphical design: RD Borgis, Ljubljana • Print: Schwarz d.o.o. • Circulation: 2.000 copies • Ljubljana, June 2009

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Dear Partner,

It is my pleasure to be writing to you to showcase and to invite you to get to know a little more about Kompas. I would also like to outline the opportunities we offer our expanding network of travel partners. As you may already be aware, Kompas is a major international travel corporation dedicated to providing our partners and guests with excellence, guaranteed quality, flexibility and the most professional service attainable. The far-reaching Kompas Group comprises 20 companies, 6 representative offices and a franchise, all of which we own. Our breadth of provision is reflected in the Kompas International Travel Network, made up of 47 agencies in 20 European countries, the USA, China and Canada. Kompas was also a leading player in setting up the MOA, Mediterranean Operators’ Association, which specialises in destination management services in the main Mediterranean destinations. In partnership with the 15 MOA service centres, our International Network affords provision of the service that you and your clients expect. As a result, Kompas is a market leader in the organisation of travel in both the commercial and consumer sectors. Our inbound business features as its core elements Croatia, Slovenia, the Czech Republic, Hungary, Austria, Poland and Russia; while outbound we cater for all European countries and worldwide destinations on every continent. Our comprehensive firstto-last services include hotel accommodation, transport, ticketing, product development and others. Our partners and clients may safely rely on our guaranteed-departure tours. These facilities, in association with the resources of our truly international network, ensure that we are ideal hand-in-hand partners for you and your clients. The net result is that via Kompas, your single partner, all of Europe is available to your clients. In addition to these advantages, Kompas has also prepared a wealth of exciting new itineraries to meet the most diverse and demanding of tastes. Should something unexpected arise, our 24-hour service centre ensures a prompt response and a perfect solution. Lastly, allow me to welcome you to Europe and the world of Kompas. Should you require any further information, please do not hesitate to get in touch.

Yours sincerely,

Mrs. Tatjana Juriševicˇ Executive Director International Network

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Wh y Kompas ?



T R A D I T I O N , E X P E R I E N C E , M O D E R N I T Y, E X C E L L E N C E

Kompas is a major international travel firm that blends tradition and modernity. Founded in 1951, it has kept a commitment to quality, excellence, flexibility and the best service available. The €200 million annual turnover, of which half is inbound business, underlines our market presence. Our first-to-last services include hotel accommodation, transport, ticketing, product development and more. Our partners and clients may safely rely on our guaranteed-departure tours. We are very proud of our first-class and forward-looking staff. These assets, hand-in-hand with the resources of our truly international network, ensure that we are ideal partners for you and your clients.



COMING OR GOING, WE ’RE ALREADY THERE .

Our inbound business features Croatia, Slovenia, the Czech Republic, Hungary, Austria, Poland and Russia as its core elements, while outbound we cater for all European countries and worldwide destinations on every continent.



F R O M S T R E N G T H T O S T R E N G T H T H R O U G H PA R T N E R S H I P

The Kompas Group comprises 20 companies, 6 representative offices and a franchise, all owned by Kompas. The Kompas International Travel Network is made up of 47 agencies in 20 European countries, the USA, China and Canada. In partnership with the 15 Mediterranean Operators’ Association service centres, our International Network affords provision of the service that you and your clients expect.

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MAKING DOING BUSINESS EASY

As well as the outstanding service that professional travellers demand, business becomes a pleasure due to the added value arising from our selection of organised activities and other extras. Whatever your needs, our 24-hour service centre ensures a prompt response and a perfect solution.



YOUR TEAM FOR TEAMBUILDING SUCCESS

We have extensive experience in organising bespoke incentive travel featuring carefully planned activities such as team building, adrenaline activities, wellness, cultural visits and training. All these are designed in line with the client’s precise needs, expectations and unique requirements arising from their sphere of the business world.



CO N F E R E N C E S T H E P R O F E S S I O N A L WAY

Your client’s event must be spot-on in terms of organisation, facilities, travel and professional back up. Smoothness and the absence of stress are ever our watchwords, based upon our long years of first-class know-how in the field, efficient scheduling and co-ordination of every element. All the facilities and add-ons that make a fine conference are guaranteed, including catering services, gala dinners, easy transport and top-class hotels.



A R T A N D C U LT U R E W I T H T H E E X P E R T S

For those seeking glorious cultural tours, we ensure your itinerary includes places and people of importance, with single- or multi-country expertly guided, guaranteed departure tours. We promise sights and shows at the heart of many European destinations, letting you relax and soak up the atmosphere safe in the knowledge that every detail has been seen to.



W E E K E N D S O F C U LT U R E A N D L I V E LY N I G H T L I F E

City breaks are for those seeking a brief stay in a European capital, attractive cultural or historical centre or tourist resort. Our first-class professional organisation assures your clients a smooth and trouble-free weekend away.



D AY S TO R E M E M B E R , M E M O R I E S TO C H E R I S H

Our daily excursion programme boasts day tours from various Slovenian and Croatian tourist centres, taking visitors to the most interesting and attractive sites. Kompas cruises in Dalmatia allow your guests to marvel at the spectacular coast with its countless idyllic islands and sleepy villages. Our Prince of Venice hydrofoil takes visitors on a wonderful day trip across the Adriatic to that world famous pearl of romance and architecture, Venice.



TA I LO R E D TO YO U R N E E D S F R OM F I R ST TO L A ST

We tailor our products to suit the needs of your guests. Whether they seek to explore French romance, English history, Italian gusto or Balkan spirit, there’s something for everyone. Individual packages designed to meet your needs perfectly are a speciality. We offer trips from skiing to surfing. Our FIT department manages accommodation bookings, flights and car rental and is happy to put together a tailor-made package for every customer. Kompas’ highly-experienced experts are on hand to make an offer within one full working day.

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WONDERS O F S LO V E N I A A N D C R O AT I A (LG18) • 13 days: Ljubljana – Postojna – Bled – Zagreb – Plitvice – Split – Dubrovnik – Montenegro Bohinj

FEATURES

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Accommodation at selected hotels, service charges & hotel taxes, luggage handling  Breakfast daily, dinners and lunches as per program  Arrival and departure transfers  Touring by modern air-conditioned motor coach  Professional tour director throughout

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Postojna Caves – world-famous cave system Plitvice Lakes - listed by UNESCO  Island of Korcula - birthplace of the adventurer and traveller Marco Polo  Dubrovnik, a UNESCO World Heritage site  Traditional food and local wines, including lobster dinner and oyster tasting

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Day 2: Ljubljana – Postojna – Nova Gorica After breakfast, city tour of Ljubljana with its open air market, City Hall, Three Bridges and the Parliament. After lunch, we take you to the world-famous and biggest Slovenian cave system - the Postojna Caves, and Predjama Castle, hanging dramatically in the middle of a rocky cliff. Continue to Nova Gorica to gamble your night away at Casino. (B,D,O)

Day 1: Ljubljana You will be met at Ljubljana airport and transferred to a selected hotel. (O)

Day 3: Nova Gorica – Kobarid – Kranjska Gora After breakfast, drive through the wonderful valley of the Soca river to Kobarid, where you will visit the stunning First World War museum. Afterwards your journey takes you over the mountain pass of Vrsic, where you can enjoy breathtaking panoramic views of the valley, to the picturesque alpine resort of Kranjska Gora. (B,D,O)

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Day 4: Kranjska Gora – Bohinj – Bled Continue to Bled, the pearl of the Alpine region, with its magnificent lake. After a bus ride around the lake, a guided tour of Bled castle will start. Then you will be taken by a special Bled "pletna" boat to the island. Afterwards, you visit Lake Bohinj and Mt. Vogel above it. From here you can have a view of the highest Slovene peak, Mt. Triglav. (B,D,O)

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ited, boasting lush vegetation and a crystal clear sea. The boat takes you to the town of Lumbarda in a picturesque cove, where the summer residences of former patrician families can be seen. Enjoy fresh lobster at a local restaurant. (B,L,D,O)

Day 6: Zagreb – Plitvice Experience the past and present of Zagreb by passing through the streets of the Lower and Upper Town, by visiting the famous arcades and sculptures in Mirogoj Park Cemetery, by entering Zagreb Cathedral, or by taking in the everyday lively atmosphere of Dolac Market. Continue to Plitvice National Park, protected by UNESCO. (B,D,O)

Day 10: Korcula island – Dubrovnik Morning ride by ferry and coach to Dubrovnik, with a short stop at the town of Ston. After a snack in a Dalmatian cellar, we continue to Dubrovnik. A pleasant walk through the old part of Dubrovnik will show you the city’s highlights, its exceptional beauty and rich cultural heritage. (B,D,O) Day 11: Dubrovnik We begin the the morning with a walking tour of the city, which is on UNESCO’s List of Cultural Heritage. This ancient town surrounded by ramparts and fortresses is a treasure trove of architectural and cultural master places, scrupulously preserved over the centuries. A pleasant walk will take you to the Rector's Palace, the Franciscan Monastery with its pharmacy, as well as to the other places of interest. Lunch and afternoon free. (B,L,D,O)

Day 7: Plitvice – Trogir – Split After we reach the coast, we have lunch in Trogir. The heart of this beautiful city full of history is a small islet lying between gentle hills on the mainland and the coast of the island of Ciovo. Afterwards, we continue to Split. We tour the 3rd century Diocletian Palace, where we visit the cellars, the Peristyle, the Golden and Silver Gates, the Cathedral, the Temple of Jupiter and other historical sights. (B,L,D,O) Day 8: Split – Korcula island We take a ferry ride to the island of Korcula, known for its beauty and for being the birth place of the world’s most famous traveler, Marco Polo. (B,D,O)

Day 12: Dubrovnik – Montenegro Hardly one hour from Dubrovnik, the neighboring country of Montenegro provides incomparable natural beauties and an abundance of historical sites. Our drive takes us to the mouth of the Bay of Kotor and along the curving road through the towns of Risan and Perast to Kotor. Our descent from the heights will take us to Cetinje, the former seat of Montenegro’s ruler, today a city museum. Afterwards, we return to the coast with a short stop above Sveti Stefan and Budva. Our return drive to Dubrovnik will be shortened by a ferry ride across the bay. (B,D,O)

Day 9: Korcula island After breakfast, we will take you through the old town of Korcula.The beautifully preserved main town is undoubtedly the main highlight of this lush green Adriatic island, with its cluster of lovely beaches. After lunch at a local restaurant, we take you to a boat ride. Leaving the town of Korcula behind, we sail towards the Korcula archipelago, consisting of some twenty islands and islets. Badija, with its 15th century monastery; Vrnik, famous for its two quarries, and Majsan with prehistoric remains, are among the best known islands in the archipelago. Most of the islands are uninhab-

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Day 13: Dubrovnik After breakfast, transfer to Dubrovnik airport. (B)

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C R O AT I A N U N E S CO H E R I TA G E TO U R (LG17) • 8 days: Zagreb – Plitvice – Zadar – Split – Dubrovnik – Mljet

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Accommodation at selected hotels, service charges & hotel taxes, luggage handling  Breakfast daily, dinners and lunches as per program  Arrival and departure transfers ITALY  Touring by modern air-conditioned motor coach  Professional tour director throughout 

HUNGARY SLOVENIA

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HIGHLIGHTS Plitvice Lakes National Park – inscripted by UNESCO since 1979  The St. James Cathedral in Sibenik - a UNESCO monument since 2000  Trogir - a UNESCO monument since 1997  Split with the palace of Diocletian - a UNESCO monument since 1979  Dubrovnik - a UNESCO monument since 1979 

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Day 2: Zagreb – Plitvice Morning city tour of Zagreb, to experience the past and present of Zagreb by passing through the streets of the Lower and Upper Town, by visiting the famous arcades and sculptures of Mirogoj Park Cemetery, by visiting Zagreb Cathedral. Afterwards, depart for the Plitvice Lakes, the largest national park in Croatia, under the protection of UNESCO for it's natural beauty. Arrival in Plitvice and afternoon tour of the Plitvice National Park. (B,D,O)

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Day 3: Plitvice – Paklenica – Zadar Departure to Paklenica National Park, known for its unique Karst landscape consisting of the Great and Small Paklenica Canyons. After a sightseeing visit of the park, departure to Zadar for sightseeing. We will visit the ruins of the Roman Forum, the Cathedral and St. Donat's Church. (B,D,O)

Day 7: Dubrovnik – Mljet Full-day excursion to the Island of Mljet, which is one of the loveliest and most densely wooded islands in the Adriatic. The main attractions are two salt-water lakes and the old Benedictine monastery; in the middle of the Great Lake there is an islet. (B,D,O)

Day 4: Zadar – Trogir – Split Morning departure to Krka Waterfalls National Park. Tour of the waterfalls and a boat ride to the islet of Visovac for a visit to the Franciscan monastery. We continue to Sibenik, with the Cathedral of St Jacob, a Gothic masterpiece. We continue to Trogir, a picturesque medieval town. (B,D,O)

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Day 5: Split – Dubrovnik Morning city tour of Split, with Diocletian's Palace, with the Peristyle, and Jupiter`s Temple. Afternoon departure for Dubrovnik. (B,D,O)

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Day 6: Dubrovnik Sightseeing tour of Dubrovnik, which is on UNESCO-s list of Cultural Heritage. A pleasant walk will take you to the Franciscan Monastery, with it's 14th-century pharmacy, Dominican monastery, Rector`s Palace and Cathedral. In the afternoon, an optional tour of the city walls, with magnificent fortresses and towers. (B,D,O)

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SLOVENIAN PEARLS T H R O U G H G O L F P L AY I N G (LG11) • 8 days: Ljubljana – Volcji Potok – Bled – Postojna – Catez – Ptuj

FEATURES Accommodation at selected hotels, service charges & hotel taxes, luggage handling  Breakfast daily, dinners and lunches as per program  Arrival and departure transfers  Touring by modern air-conditioned motor coach  Professional tour director throughout

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Golf in the beautiful Slovenian countryside Traditional food and tasting of excellent Slovenian wines

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and Ljubljana Castle. After a delicious lunch, departure for the Volcji Potok Arboretum, where you can play golf. Return to Ljubljana. (B,L,D,O) Day 3: Ljubljana – Bled After breakfast, departure for the alpine town of Bled. We visit Bled Castle and the lake and have a “pletna” boat ride to the island in the lake. After lunch, visit Bled Country Club to play golf. After the game, check-in at a hotel in Bled. (B,D,O)

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Day 4: Bled – Bovec – Nova Gorica We depart for Bovec, a town in a valley below the Julian Alps. Rafting on the beautiful emerald Soca River is organised: For guests who don't want to join rafting, an optional tour is organized, such as hiking or a visit to a museum. Lunch and proceed to Nova Gorica for evening entertainment in the Casino. (B,L,D,O) Day 5: Nova Gorica – Postojna – Mokrice – Catez Our journey continues to Postojna, where we will stop to enjoy the Postojna Caves. Lunch at a local restaurant, with a Karst prosciutto menu. Proceed to Mokrice for golf at Mokrice Castle. (B,L,D,O) Day 6: Mokrice – Olimje Proceed to Olimje. Visit the chocolate factory. Tasting typical local wine. Lunch at a local restaurant, with a menu of mountain deer specialties. The afternoon is reserved for golf and for relaxation at Olimje Spa. (B,L,D,O)

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Day 7: Olimje – Ptuj – Slovenske Konjice After breakfast, proceed to the town of Ptuj for sighseeing. After lunch at Slovenske Konjice, a game of golf. (B,D,O)

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Day 8: Slovenske Konjice After breakfast, proceed to Ljubljana airport. (B)

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SLOVENIA WINE TOUR (LG45) • 8 days: Ljubljana – Bled – Goriska Brda – Portoroz – Maribor – Ptuj – Bizeljsko – Ljubljana

FEATURES AUSTRIA

Accommodation at selected hotels, service charges & hotel taxes, luggage handling  Breakfast daily, dinners and lunches as per program  Arrival and departure transfers  Touring by modern air-conditioned coach  Professional tour director throughout 

HUNGA Maribor Bohinj

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HIGHLIGHTS Goriska Brda - »Slovenian Tuscany » hills  Vina Koper wine cellar famous for the refosco wines  Lipica stud farm with Lipica white horses  Maribor Vinag wine cellar and Jeruzalem vineyard hills  Rogaska crystal factory  Olimje monastery with one of the oldest pharmacies in Europe

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Day 1: Ljubljana Upon arrival to Ljubljana airport you will be met and transferred to Bled. Some free time before evening transfer to Radovljica for visiting Apean museum and welcome dinner at a local restaurant starting with wine tasting at their wine cellar. Overnight in Bled. (D,O)

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Day 2: Bled – Kobarid – Goriska Brda Today visit Bled castle and take the typical “pletna” boat to the island in the middle of the lake. Then continue to Kranjska Gora and Kobarid where you will visit the stunning First World War museum. We will travel to Goriska Brda region for dinner with wine tasting in typical tourist farm. (B,D,O)

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Day 4: Portoroz – Karst – Maribor Enjoy a sightseeing tour of Piran and Koper where we will visit the Vina Koper wine cellar famous for the refosco wines. After wine tasting continue to Lipica stud farm and see the Lipica white horses. Afterwards visit one of the best teran wine producers near Dutovlje with wine tasting. Continue to Maribor. Today’s dinner will be in a local restaurant. (B,D,O) Day 5: Maribor – Ptuj Sightseeing tour of Maribor and Vinag wine cellar with wine tasting.Then continue to Ptuj and visit the castle in the Old town. In the evening drive to Jeruzalem hill for dinner with wines at local “gostilna”.Overnight in Maribor. (B,D,O)

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Day 2: Athens After breakfast, half-day Athens Sightseeing Tour. Visit the immortal Acropolis, with each architectural masterpiece, the Parthenon, the Erectheum with the Porch of the Meidens, and the Temple of Nike Apertos, Wingless Victory. Below the Acropolis lie the Ancient Agora and the Theaters of Dionyssos and Herodus Atticus.Afternoon free. Afternoon free. (B,D,O)

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Day 10: Dubrovnik – Split Departure north to Split along the spectacular Adriatic coast. Enjoy a city tour, featuring the historic inner city built around the Roman Emperor Diocletian’s Palace, a UNESCO World Cultural Heritage site. (B,D,O) Day 11: Split – Trogir – Plitvice After breakfast, we head north along the coast to Trogir. Our journey continues as we turn inland towards the Plitvice Lakes National Park. Upon arrival, we take a walking tour around several of the lower lakes and enjoy the breathtaking scenery of this natural wonder. (B,D,O) Day 12: Plitvice – Postojna – Bled We return to the coast to the beautiful bay of Kvarner and its popular resort, Opatija. Then we head north to Postojna and one of the biggest caves in Europe. Here we tour the fantastic subterranean world by miniature electric train. Afterwards, our journey continues to Bled. (B,D,O) Day 13: Bled Our morning sightseeing tour features the town of Bled, with the lake-shore, and includes a visit to Bled Castle, perched on a cliff high above the lake. The rest of the day is free for optional activities, such as visiting the old church with a collection of religious art on the small island in the middle of the Lake Bled. (B,D,O) Day 14: Bled – Ljubljana – Zagreb We start the day with the tour of Ljubljana, the capital of Slovenia, where we will visit all the most significant sights in the old city centre: the open-air Central Market, Three Bridges, the Baroque Town Hall and Robba's Fountain. Then proceed to Zagreb, the capital of Croatia. (B,D,O) Day 15: Zagreb This morning enjoy Zagreb, where we visit St. Mark’s Church, St. Catherine’s Church, the Cathedral, the Parliament and the Government Palace. Rest of the day is free to explore the winding streets of the old town. Afterwards, transfer to Zagreb airport. (B)

DUBROVNIK

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MEDJUGORJE

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SECRETS OF SERBIAN MONASTERIES (LG15) • 7 days: Belgrade – Manasija – Ravanica – Ljubostinja – Vrnjacka banja – Zica – Studenica – Sopocani AUSTRIA – Novi Pazar – Milesevo – Zlatibor

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Day 3: Belgrade – Manasija – Ravanica – Ljubostinja – Vrnjacka banja After breakfast departure to the monasteries of the Morava river walley. First we visit the monastery Manasija. Frescoes in this monastery are the most beautiful in the so-called Morava – cycle and belong to the best works of the old serbian painting overall. Just an hour away we arrive to monastery Ravanica. The tour continues to the former capital city of Serbia – Krusevac where we visit the old women's monastery Ljubostinja. Drive to spa Vrnjacka banja. (B,D,O) Day 4: Vrnjacka banja – Zica – Studenica – Sopocani – Novi Pazar Heading toward Kraljevo we visit Zica monastery. Zica was the first seat of Serbian diocese, where all the Serbian rul-

ers of the Middle ages were crowned. We continue to the monastery at Studenica, which consists of three churches: the church of Our Lady, the church of St. Nicholaus and the church of the king. The monastery is also on the UNESCO world heritage list. Free for lunch. Afterwards, the tour continues to the monastery at Sopocani, which is known for its numerous scenes from the life of the Christ and extraordinary holy figures. It is included in the UNESCO world heritage list. (B,L,D,O) Day 5: Novi Pazar – Milesevo – Zlatibor After breakfast, we drive to Mileseva monastery. The greatest value of this monastery respresent its frescoes. The most famous frescoe is ‘Angel on Christ's Tomb’, which was inspired by antique art and is preserved only partly. In Mileseva, we find the grave of King Vladislav, which is also known as consecration place of the first Serbian archbishop, St. Sava. We continue to nature park Zlatibor. (B,L,D,O) Day 6: Zlatibor – Belgrade Retun to Belgrade with a stop in Topola, the hometown of Djordje Petrovic, named Kardjordjevic, the leader of the first Serbian rebellion against the Ottomans. Here we can see the Kardjordje Church and the Mausoleum Church of St. George. (B,L,D,O) Day 7: Belgrade After breakfast, transfer to Belgrade Airport. (B)

ZLATIBOR

Day 2: Belgrade During the sightseeing tour we visit the most important sights of this lively capital. The most preserved is the core of Belgrade’s fort – Kalemegdan with its numerous walls, towers, bridges and passages. Kalemegdan as we know today, is a National Park, where you can among other sights also find a rich military museum. Close follows the cathedral »Saborna crkva« and the aristocratic mansion Konak. During the tour we also visit St. Sava temple – the big orthodox temple, the republic square, Slavija – square, the National theatre, St. Marco church, the National museum, Knez Mihajlova Street, Terazije - square, the bridges of Belgrade. Dinner in the artistic part of Belgrade - Skadarlija. (B,L,D,O)

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THE BEST OF BULGARIA (LG39) • 8 days: Sofia – Plovdiv – Kazanlak – Shipka Pass – Tryavna – Arbanassi – Sofia

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Day 5: Kazanlak – Shipka Pass – Tryavna Visit the newly discovered Thracian golden treasures in Kazanlak Museum. On to Golyamata Kosmatka Tomb and the UNESCO World Heritage 4th century BC Thracian Tomb, then on to lovely Tryavna, via the historical Shipka Pass. (B,D,O)

SOFIA - RILA MONESTERY

Day 6: Tryavna – Veliko Turnovo Walking tour of Tryavna, featuring 17th century vaulted stone bridges, houses, churches and a square with a clocktower. Sightseeing of the royal city of Veliko Turnovo and gorgeous Tsarevets Hill, with amazing views and dramatic medieval fortifications. (B,D,O)

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DRACULA TOUR (LG27) • 5 days: Bucharest – Bran – Sighisoara – Sibiel – Sibiu – Bucharest POLAND

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(LG43) • 8 days: Warsaw – Krakow – Auschwitz – Lublin – Warsaw LATVIA

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Day 1: Warsaw Arrival at Warsaw airport, transfer to selected hotel. (D, O) Day 2: Warsaw Full-day guided tour of Jewish sites, including the site of the Warsaw ghetto and the uprising monument, Nozyk Synagogue and Okopowa Cemetery, Uumschlagplaz, Mila 18 bunker memorial and the Jewish Historical Institute. The afternoon continues with a visit including views of the royal route, royal castle, gothic St. Johns Cathedral, old market square, Lazienki Royal Park and the nearby Belvedere Palace. (B, D,O) Day 3: Warsaw – Krakow Transfer to Warsaw railway station to take the first class train from Warsaw to Krakow. Upon arrival in Krakow, visit to the Kazimierz, the former Jewish section, than the ancient Remuh Synagogue and the nearby old cemetery. Stop at the old synagogue, Szeroka Street, and drive to former ghetto zone, near Oskar Schindler’s factory. (B,D,O) Day 4: Auschwitz – Krakow We drive to Auschwitz/ Birkenau to visit the concentration camp. After return to Krakow, free time in the city. (B,D,O)

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BOHEMIAN COUNTRYSIDE (LG01) • 9 days: Prague – Karlovy Vary – Ceske Budejovice – Holasovice – Cesky Krumlov – Lednice – Moravsky Krumlov – Kutna Hora – Prague

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GERMANY

Český Krumlov

AUSTRIA

ITINERARY Day 1: Prague Arrival at Prague airport and transfer to selected hotel. (D,O) Day 2: Karlovy Vary Morning visit to the Lidice Memorial and Museum. Continue to Karlovy Vary, known for its springs that have been utilized since the Middle Ages. Visit the Becher Factory and Moser Glass Factory. Walking city tour of Karlovy Vary, or by cable car to Diana Look-out for a fantastic view. (B,D,O) Day 3: Ceske Budejovice After breakfast visit the baroque Tepla Monastery and its park. Visit of Lomec Church with its unique hanging altar. Arrival to Ceske Budejovice, known for its “Budvar” (Budweizer) beer.You will see also the Samson fountain, an important work of South Bohemian baroque style. (B,D,O) Day 4: Holasovice – Cesky Krumlov After a visit to Hluboka Castle, one of the most beautiful Bohemian monuments we continue to Holasovice, an example of a traditional Central European village, an UNESCO World Heritage. Continue with sightseeing of Cesky Krumlov and its castle. Visit the Cistercian monastery at Vyssi Brod, situated in the foothills of the Bohemian Forest mountain range, in a romantic setting amidst thick forests, on the right bank of the upper course of the River Vltava. Evening return to Ceske Budejovice. (B,D,O)

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Day 5: Lednice Departure to South Moravia, an area of rich history, architectural treasures, great wine and hospitality. Visit of Telc, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Visit of the 11th century castle Vranov Nad Dyji. Overnight in Lednice. (B,D,O) Day 6: Lednice Visit of the UNESCO World Heritage site called the LedniceValtice Cultural Landscape. Visit of Lednice and its many decorative constructions like he Temple of the Three Graces and the Temple of Apollon. Visit the Museum of Folklore Costumes in Uherske Hradiste. Wine tasting in Petrov closed to village Straznice. The area is renowned for its wonderful fusion of hearty country cuisine and wonderful local wines. Overnight in Lednice. (B,D,O)

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Day 7: Moravsky Krumlov – Kutna Hora – Prague Visit of Moravsky Krumlov Castle a town that dates back to 1227. Visit of Havlickuv Brod where around one hundred monuments have been preserved in the town's centre. Visit of Kutna Hora where the city tour included the entrance to the St. Barbara Church and Royal Mint (Vlassky Court). Visit the Charnel House in Sedlec and drive to Prague. (B,D,O)

CESKE BUDEJOVICE

PRAGUE

Day 8: Prague Half-day city tour of Prague by coach, followed by a visit to Prague Castle, which is the seat of the President of the Czech Republic. Visit St. Vithus’ Cathedral, a spiritual symbol of the Czech state which contains underground tombs of Czech kings. You will also see National Theatre, Charles Bridge, the Old Town Square, the Old Town Hall, St. Nicho-

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G O U R M E T TO U R T H R O U G H O F T H E J E W E L S O F A U ST R I A A N D S LO V E N I A (LG13) • 12 days: Vienna – Maribor – Ljubljana – Postojna – Piran – Kranjska Gora – Bled CZECH REUBLIC

FEATURES Accommodation at selected hotels, service charges & hotel taxes, luggage handling  Breakfast daily, dinners and lunches as per program  Arrival and departure transfers  Touring by modern air-conditioned coach  Professional tour director throughout 

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Vienna

AUSTRIA

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Traditional meals and folklore music at local restaurants, wine-tasting of excellent local wines  Vienna, one of the most beautiful European cities  Relaxation at a thermal spa with 400 years of history  Soca Valley, a true pearl of the alpine world  Postojna Caves, the biggest and internationally known cave system in Slovenia 

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Day 5: Maribor – Ptuj – Rogaska Slatina Our journey continues to the town of Ptuj, and Rogaska Slatina, a health resort with 400 years of history. Free time to relax. (B,D,O) Day 6: Rogaska Slatina – Ljubljana On this day, we take you to Ljubljana, Slovenian's capital city. Our tour begins with a visit to the open market, the City Hall, Three Bridges and the Parliament. Lunch at a local restaurant. Afternoon free. (B,L,D,O) Day 7: Ljubljana – Postojna – Piran On the way to the coast we visit the Postojna Caves. A ride by electric train will be followed by a guided walking tour. Only 9km away from Postojna is one of the most interesting baroque castles in Slovenia, Predjama Castle. It hangs dramatically in the middle of a high rocky cliff. After lunch at a local restaurant, we invite you to visit the town of Piran, a coastal city with charming Venetian architecture. (B,D,O) Day 8: Portoroz – Nova Gorica After breakfast, departure for Lipica for a guided visit of the stables of the Lipizzaner horses. After a typical local meal, we take you to the picturesque village of Stanjel, with typical Karst architecture, which is followed by a tasting of the local delicacy, air-cured prosciutto and the Teran famous red wine at a typical Karst farm. Continue to Nova Gorica and gamble the night away at the Casino. (B,L,D,O)

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Day 9: Nova Gorica – Kranjska Gora After breakfast, a drive through the wonderful Soca Valley to the town of Kobarid, to visit the stunning First World War museum. After a meal in a local restaurant, our journey takes us over the mountain pass of Vrsic, where you can enjoy the breathtaking panoramic views of the valley, and then to the picturesque alpine resort of Kranjska gora. (B,L,D,O) Day 10: Kranjska Gora – Bled We continue to Bled, a unique Alpine town, with its emerald-green lake, and a church on the island in the middle of the lake. After a bus ride around the lake, there is a guided tour of Bled Castle. Then you will be taken by typical 'pletna' boat to the island. Lunch at a local restaurant. Afterwards, we take you to Vintgar Gorge. Dinner with folk music at a local restaurant. (B,L,D,O) Day 11: Bled – Bohinj – Vogel – Bled After breakfast, departure for Lake Bohinj and a cable-car ride up Mt.Vogel. After a pleasant mountain snack, visit the largest glacial lake in Slovenia, with a view of the highest Slovene peak Mt.Triglav rising above it. (B,D,O) Day 12: Departure Breakfast and transfer to Ljubljana Airport. (B)

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A L P I N E -T I R O LDOLOMITES TOUR (LG09) • 10 days: Vienna – Ljubljana – Postojna – Ljubljana – Bled – Heiligenblut – Grossglockner – Cortina d'Ampezzo – Passo Sella – St. Christina – Innsbruck – Vienna

FEATURES Accommodation at selected hotels, service charges & hotel taxes, luggage handling  Breakfast daily, dinners and lunches as per program  Arrival and departure transfers  Touring by modern air-conditioned coach  Professional tour director throughout and local guides for city sightseeing 

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Vienna

GERMANY

HIGHLIGHTS Visit famous mountain regions in three neighboring countries: Austria, Slovenia and Italy LIECHTENSTEIN  Postojna Caves, Europe's best known caves  Alpine lakes: Lake Bled, Lake Bohinj, Lake Misurina, Lake Cerezza SWITZERLAND  Gondola ride to Grossglockner, the highest mountain in Austria and one of the highest peaks in the Alps  See the biggest galcier in Austria: Pasterze 

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HUNGARY

AUSTRIA Innsbruck

Graz

Heiligenblut

SLOVENIA

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ITALY Postojna

Ljubljana CROATIA

ITINERARY Day 1: Vienna – Ljubljana You will be met at Vienna airport and transferred to a selected hotel in Ljubljana. (O) Day 2: Ljubljana – Postojna – Ljubljana Half-day excursion to Postojna. Tour through Postojna Caves by special cave train, accompanied by guide. Lunch at a local restaurant. Afternoon sightseeing tour of Ljubljana begins with a visit to the open-air market, City Hall, Robba's Fountain, the Three Bridges and the Parliament. (B,L,D,O) Day 3: Ljubljana – Bled This morning we proceed to Bled. Our morning sightseeing tour features the town of Bled with the lake-shore, and includes a visit to Bled Castle, perched on a cliff high above the lake and a 'pletna' boat ride to Bled Island and entrance to St. Maria' Church. Afternoon free. (B,D,O)

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Day 4: Bled – Heiligenblut Transfer to nearby Bohinj Lake. Brief sightseeing and panoramic drive around the lake. After lunch at local restaurant continue to Austria, Heiligenblut.(B,L,D,O) Day 5: Heiligenblut – Grossglockner Full day visit to the Grossglockner Mountain Road. Visit the Kaiser Franz Josefs Hoehe visitor's centre, Grossglockner mountain by Gletscherbahn. Lunch and dinner at local restaurant. Overnight in Heiligenblut. (B,L,D,O) Day 6: Heiligenblut – Cortina d'Ampezzo Continue to Italy, towards Cortina D’Ampezzo, the famous Italian winter resort. Lunch at a local restaurant. Upon arrival, sighsteeing of the chic Cortina that attracts guests from all over the world: kings, princes, movie stars, politicians, authors and business leaders. (B,L,D,O) Day 7: Cortina d'Ampezzo Half-day - Lake Misurina sightseeing and its breath-taking views of the Tre Cime di Lavaredo. Afternoon visit to the mountain pass of 'Passo di Falzerago', where the views of the Dolomites are truly spectacular, with unlimited photographic opportunities. (B,D,O) Day 8: Cortina d'Ampezzo – Passo Sella Transfer to Passo di Sella, continue to Passo Pordoi and scenic Lake Carezza. (B,D,O) Day 9: Passo Sella – St. Christina – Innsbruck We start our day by driving through Gardena Pass and further on to Gerdena Valley, with a stop at St. Christina Village. Lunch at a local restaurant and drive to Innsbruck. (B,L,D,O)

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Day 10: Innsbruck – Vienna After breakfast, transfer to Vienna airport. (B)

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GERMANY AND SWITZERLAND (LG07) • 16 days: Frankfurt – Rüdesheim – Heidelberg – Munich – Dachau – Passau – Füssen – Neuschwanstein – Füssen – Lucerne – Pilatus – Interlaken – Lugano – Milan

FEATURES Accommodation at selected hotels, service charges & hotel taxes, luggage handling  Breakfast daily, dinners and lunches as per program  Arrival and departure transfers  Touring by modern air-conditioned coach  Professional tour director throughout 

GERMANY Frankfurt

Rüdesheim

CZECH REPUBLIC Heidelberg

HIGHLIGHTS Lovely Heidelberg Grand Munich, the capital of Bavaria  The memorial site at Dachau concentration camp  Hohes Schloss Castle  The Baroque complex of the former Benedictine monastery of St. Mang  Breathtaking hilltop Neuschwanstein Castle  Idyllic Lucerne, the ‘City of Lights’  Fabulous Mt Pilatus  The Jungfraubahn cog railway  Lugano, a town on the shores of a gorgeous lake 

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Day 1: Frankfurt Arrival at Frankfurt airport and transfer to a selected hotel, followed by a sightseeing tour of Frankfurt, with an imposing Gothic cathedral, quaint city hall and, of course, the highest skyscrapers in Europe. (D,O) Day 2: Frankfurt – Rüdesheim After a good breakfast, we set out on the Rhine coach tour. At St. Goarshausen, the mighty Rhine winds through an attractive gorge, famous for the mighty Lorelei Rock. Here we enjoy a relaxing panoramic boat cruise to picturesque Rudesheim, with wine tasting and lunch at Rudesheimer Castle, then return to Frankfurt. (B,D,O) Day 3: Frankfurt – Heidelberg A coach visit to lovely Heidelberg, one of Germany’s most beautiful cities, dominated by its historic old bridge, enchanting architecture and brooding castle on a wooded hill. Full sightseeing tour, then return to Frankfurt. (B,D,O)

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Day 13: Interlaken – Lugano After breakfast, our tour goes on to breathtaking Lake Lugano, whose incredible beauty cradled between tall, green mountains has a dramatic quality. Its calm mirror-like waters change in colour and mood through the day and through the seasons. (B,D,O) Day 14: Lugano After breakfast, we enjoy a sightseeing tour of the pretty lakeside parks, churches and villas of Lugano, where Swiss elegance meets Italian joie de vivre. In the afternoon, there is a fabulous panoramic boat tour of Lake Lugano. (B,D,O) Day 15: Lugano A free day in Lugano, an opportunity to pick up some gifts and souvenirs in its small shops, wander around the attractive streets, with numerous cafes and restaurants, and, of course, enjoy a nice lunch and cappuccino or glass of wine. (B,D,O) Day 16: Lugano – Milan After breakfast, we drive to Milan, with a short sightseeing tour of the best sights, such as the Gothic masterpiece of Milan Cathedral, the lovely Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II arcade and the grand La Scala opera house. Departure from Milan. (B)

Day 9: Fussen – Lucerne After breakfast we travel through perfect Alpine scenery via Bodensee, crossing into Austria and then Switzerland, passing some of Switzerland’s most picturesque places, arriving late afternoon in wonderful Lucerne, the ‘City of Lights’. (B,D,O) Day 10: Lucerne – Pilatus After breakfast, a whole-day excursion to Pilatus Mountain, taking the steepest cog railway in the world to the peak 2132m above sea level - to see the breathtaking panorama of mountain peaks, with a typical Swiss dinner in the evening. (B,D,O) Day 11: Lucerne – Interlaken After breakfast, drive to Interlaken to enjoy the stunning views of the majestic Swiss Alps, with the picturesque Hoheweg valley, peaceful Lake Thun and the majestic Jungfrau, at 4,152m the highest peak in the area. (B,D,O)

MILAN

Day 12: Interlaken – Jungfraujoch – the Top of Europe After breakfast, a full day excursion to Jungfraujoch, where a cog railway runs inside the mountain, up to a station that at 3,454m is the highest in Europe. After enjoying the unforgettable views, we have a live evening folklore show. (B,D,O)

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THE ART CIRCLE TOUR (LG36) • 8 days: Rome – Assisi – Siena – Florence - Padua – Venice – Verona – Lake Como – Milan – San Marino - Perugia – Rome

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HIGHLIGHTS Vatican and Ancient Rome  Wonderful Assisi FRANCE  Siena’s historic centre  Glorious Florence  Padua, a city of fine basilicas and piazzas  World-famous Venice  Milan, famous for fashion and architecture  Bologna  Mountainous San Marino  Fascinating, atmospheric Perugia

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Day 1: Rome After arrival in Rome, our sightseeing tour will take us on a visit to the Vatican and Ancient Rome. Transfer to a selected hotel. (D,O) Day 2: Rome – Assisi – Siena – Florence We leave Rome for lovely walled Assisi, hometown of St. Francis. We visit the St Francis Basilica with early Renaissance masterpieces by Giotto and Cimabue. We continue to Siena, the beautiful medieval city famous for its Romanesque architecture, and then on to glorious Florence. (B,D,O) Day 3: Florence A morning guided sightseeing tour of the cradle of the Renaissance to see its best sights, including the Piazza del Duomo, the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, Giotto's Bell Tower, the Baptistery of St. John and much more. The rest of the day is free for optional sightseeing or shopping. (B,D,O)

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Day 4: Florence – Padua – Venice We visit fabulous Padua to see the famous Cathedral of St. Anthony, protected by Donatello's 'Gattamelata', then go on to world-famous Venice to enjoy a guided walking tour of this unique city. You will see the stunning St. Mark’s Piazza and Basilica, the Doge's Palace and the Bridge of Sighs, then visit a glass factory to see glass moulding. (B,D,O) Day 5: Venice After breakfast, a free day to further explore the wonders of Venice, or take an optional tour to the attractive islands of Murano, Burano and Torcello by motor-launch. (B,D,O) Day 6: Venice – Verona – Lake Como Morning departure for spectacular Verona to see the town of Romeo and Juliet, famous for the lovely Piazza delle Erbe, Roman Arena and Castelvecchio Bridge. Our tour then continues to pretty Como on the shore of the lake of the same name. (B,D,O) Day 7: Lake Como – Milan – San Marino Today, we head for beautiful Milan and a panoramic tour of the city’s sights, then on to fascinating medieval Bologna, one of Italy’s most important art cities, with its charming Piazza Maggiore and Piazza del Nettuno. Proceed to San Marino, the world's oldest independent republic. (B,D,O)

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Day 8: San Marino – Perugia – Rome We go to Perugia, a charming university town, with a splendid atmosphere, to visit the impressive Cathedral and the Palazzo dei Priori. Proceed to Rome, where our tour comes to an end. (B)

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(LG40) • 8 days: Paris – St. Malo – Nantes – Angers – Tours – Amboise – Blois – Chambord – Orléans – Gien – Briar - Montargis – Fontainebleau

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sightseeing around the town. Onward to the imposing Angers Fortress, and to medieval Tours, with dinner and overnight. (B,D,O) Day 5: Tours – Amboise – Blois – Chambord – Orleans After breakfast, view the fabulous half-timbered medieval buildings of Tours, with its fine cafe-filled squares. Then we go on to the stunning Chateau de Blois, one of France's most prestigious Renaissance monuments, and a favourite home of French kings. (B,D,O) Day 6: Orleans – Gien – Briar - Montargis – Fontainebleau Joan of Arc's pretty Orléans on the mighty Loire River has much to see within its old walls. We also visit Anne of Beaujeu's Castle of Gien, the magnificent aqueduct at Briare and Montargis, which calls itself the Venice of Gatinais because of its 127 bridges. (B,D,O) Day 7: Fontainebleau – Paris A morning visit to the world famous UNESCO-listed Fontainebleau Palace, which every French king rightly cherished and embellished with the stunning work of their best artists, painters, sculptors, architects and gardeners. After lunch, return to Paris. (B,L,D,O)

PARIS - EIFFEL TOWER

Day 8: Paris Free time before your airport transfer can be used to visit artistic Montmartre and the dramatic Church of Sacre Coeur. Transfer to the airport. (B)

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