European Accent 2010 Optional Excursions
FLOT02 - FLORENCE. Artistic Highlights
Our guided tour begins with the Academy of Fine Arts with its Michelangelo collection including the world famous statue of David. The statue established its creator as the leading sculptor of his day and ensured continued patronage for him by the Medici rulers of the city republic. We continue to the Duomo with its dome by Brunelleschi, Bell Tower by Giotto and the Paradise Doors of the Baptistry by Ghiberti. Finally we arrive in the political centre of Florence, Signoria Square. Our visit will be enhanced by the effective use of our excellent audio system.
35 (€)
LCRT03 - LUCERNE. Mount Pilatus
A scenic lakeshore drive brings us to our cog-wheel railway, where we board our train to the summit of Lucerne’s most well-known mountain. Here you have time to explore, admire the many sweeping views and breathe in the fresh mountain air. Later a series of cable cars will bring us gradually down through fields and forests to the foot of this majestic mountain. (On certain departures the ascent as well as the descent of the mountain will be by cable car only)
55 (€)
NCET05 - NICE. Monte Carlo Excursion
Your chance to break the bank! We drive to the Principality of Monaco for a taste of the high life in the celebrity resort of Monte Carlo. We’ll visit a famous Monte Carlo casino before returning to Nice.
19 (€)
NCET01 - NICE. The Artists' village of St. Paul
We drive into the hills behind the Riviera coast and visit the medieval town of St. Paul. In this fashionable town, a photographer’s paradise and home of artists and the famous, you will have the chance to admire the well preserved city walls and browse in the galleries.
19 (€)
PART25 - PARIS. Dinner & Hidden Gems of Paris
Spend an evening discovering one of the areas of Paris made famous by artists, writers and students over the centuries, followed by an unforgettable dinner in typical Parisian style, drinks included.
62 (€)
PART09 - PARIS. Dinner and Cabaret
(Should tickets to the Moulin Rouge be unavailable, you will be offered an alternative as below) Dinner with wines included at one of the most prestigious cabaret shows in town! Enjoy an evening of exciting acts, stunning tableaux and wonderful entertainment - including, of course, the world famous Can-Can. A night in Paris that you will never forget!
113 (€)
PART24 - PARIS. Moulin Rouge Cabaret and Dinner
An unforgettable evening of French entertainment at Paris’ most famous Cabaret, ‘Le Moulin Rouge’. Dinner, wine and Champagne will be included.
145 (€)
PART02 - PARIS. Seine Cruise & Paris by Night
Paris at night is a city transformed. Enjoy this superb 'city of light' as we take a leisurely cruise on one of the popular river boats under the bridges of Paris, admiring the wonderful buildings which adorn the banks of the River Seine. Afterwards, as we drive through this amazing city, we shall stop at some vantage points for you to capture these fascinating sights on camera.
32 (€)
PART01 - PARIS. The Louvre & Eiffel Tower
We start with a conducted tour of one of the finest art galleries in the world - the Louvre. A chance to admire the Mona Lisa and the Venus de Milo amongst the many thousands of exhibits in this former Royal Palace. In addition, you may wish to admire the city from on high and ascend to the second stage of the Eiffel Tower. (On occasions when the Louvre is closed, we will visit the Sainte Chapelle). Our visit will be enhanced by the effective use of our excellent audio system.
49 (€)
PART07 - PARIS. Versailles - The Palace and Gardens
We leave the bustle of the city for the splendour and magnificence of Versailles. Created by the “Sun King” Louis XIV, the palace became the envy of every other European ruler. Our guide takes us through the State apartments, including the famous Hall of Mirrors. All of this enhanced with the use of our excellent audio system. Afterwards, take a stroll through the meticulous tree-lined gardens.
59 (€)
ROMT41 - ROME. Introduction to Rome by Night & Piazza Navona.
Cameras at the ready for the many magnificent sights awaiting us as we 'do as the Romans do' and take an evening 'Passegiata', or evening stroll. We will discover the many hidden delights that Rome has to offer. These can only be truly appreciated by wandering slowly through the labyrinth of narrow streets and beautiful squares which have developed over many centuries, creating an amazing legacy for us today, like Piazza Navona, with its lively cafes. Later we will ascend the 'Capitol Hill', just one of the features of this remarkable evening.
32 (€)
ROMT05 - ROME. Roman dinner with live musical entertainment
An evening of great entertainment and fun. A delicious Italian meal, including wine and soft drinks, is served while you are treated to a wonderful musical show, in a unique setting.
57 (€)
ROMT04 - ROME. Roman Evening with Dinner
A light hearted evening in Rome. We will relax and enjoy a typical Italian meal (drinks included), while live musicians entertain us. To complete our evening, we will drive along the Via Veneto, a location made famous by the film 'La Dolce Vita', and throw our coins into the Trevi Fountain. A wonderful end to our day.
57 (€)
ROMT22 - ROME. Roman Highlights with the Colosseum
An extension to the included sightseeing tour which allows us to admire the artistic masterpieces collected and commissioned by the Popes and displayed in the Vatican Museums. See the famous Tapestry Gallery and Gallery of Maps then finally wonder at the masterpieces in the Sistine Chapel. Take your time - Michelangelo spent 11 years in the preparation of the vault and altar wall! Our visit will be enhanced by the effective use of our excellent audio system. Later we will enjoy an interior visit of the Colosseum, scene of many gladiatorial combats.
69 (€)
VCET86 - VENICE Magical Venice
A scintillating introduction to this magical city! First we cruise along the Grand Canal by private water taxis admiring the elegant Palazzos. We see the Rialto Bridge and then reach the ‘most beautiful outdoor drawing room in the world’ - St. Mark’s Square, where we will enjoy an included drink. Then enjoy a romantic gondola journey along canals full of character and colour, while musicians and singers entertain. See the magnificent and elegant palaces, witnesses of the past splendours of the ‘Serenissima’. (Without the drink, Euros 60)
69 (€)
Child Prices: Apply to children under the age of 16.