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SWITZERLAND - Resort Stay
Best of Switzerland
10 days
from
Towering mountains and serene lakes make Switzerland one of Europes most spectacular holiday destinations. From the town of Meiringen you will delight in marvellous mountain passes, rolling pastures, and picturesque villages.
YOUR ITINERARY DAY 1 - Local departure and a mid-morning crossing to Calais. Continue to your overnight stop in the Metz area of France on a bed and breakfast basis. DAY 2 - Continue south into Switzerland, crossing the border at Basel. Late afternoon arrival at your hotel in Meiringen for a seven night stay. DAYS 3 TO 8 - At leisure to relax and enjoy our range of included excursions. Meiringen - A half day introductory tour, including entrance to the Sherlock Holmes Museum and a visit to the Reichenbach Falls. Three Passes Tour - A full day tour through the spectacular mountain passes of Grimsel, Furka and Susten (operates subject to weather). The following excursions are optional: Top of Europe - Take an incredible rail journey to the Jungfraujoch, the highest railway station in Europe at over 11,000ft. The views from the summit are truly stunning. Bern - A full day tour to the Swiss capital and picturesque Lake Thun. Bernese Oberland - A scenic full day trip visiting Trummelbach Falls and the pretty Alpine village of Grindelwald. Idyllic Switzerland - A scenic drive to Interlaken, with a cruise on Lake Brienz. We also visit the Ballenberg Open Air Folk Museum. DAY 9 - Depart for France and a final overnight stop.
£529
HALF BOARD IN RESORT
Highlights Include Meiringen Three Passes Tour Optional Excursions Top of Europe Bern Bernese Oberland Idyllic Switzerland
LAKE THUN
DAY 10 - Continue to Calais for a late afternoon crossing to the UK, returning to your departure point in the evening. YOUR HOTEL You will stay at the family-run, Sporthotel Sherlock Holmes in Meiringen. Hotel amenities include lift, indoor swimming pool, sauna, restaurant, bar and all bedrooms have private facilities, hairdryer, TV and telephone.
Whats Included
Return travel by air-conditioned executive coach Channel crossings by ferry Seven nights half board accommodation Overnight hotel accommodation as detailed Services of a Travelsphere Tour Manager Excursions as detailed
2008 Dates & Prices
Holiday ref: ESBW
Areas A, E & F Aug 30 £559 Areas B, C & D June 28 £529 Aug 23 £559
Deposit £100 per person Single room £130 For insurance information, please see page 95. All prices are per person based on two people sharing a twin or double-bedded room with private facilities FREE LOCAL DEPARTURES, OR JOIN AT THE PORT Join FREE at a local departure point. See page 89 for your relevant area or join direct at the port on any date shown above
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ITALY - Short Break
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Surrounded by the rolling Tuscany hills, the beautiful and vibrant Renaissance city of Florence is home to a treasure trove of artistic delights, created by some of the great masters, including Michelangelos statue David.
YOUR CITY Built beside the River Arno, the compact historic centre of Florence is easily explored on foot. Marvel at the magnificent Duomo, take a stroll across the delightful Ponte Vecchio Bridge, with its famous silver and gold jewellery shops, or explore the side streets and market places in search of a bargain or two. Visit Il Porcellino, the statue of a boar, located in Mercato Nuovo, throw a coin into the grating at its feet and rub its shiny nose to ensure your return to this artistic city. INCLUDED EXCURSION Florence - Join our included panoramic tour by coach, with great views from Piazzale Michelangelo followed by a guided walking tour of the historic centre. CHOICE OF OPTIONAL EXCURSIONS
LEANING TOWER, PISA
Delights of Florence
5 days
from
£509
Fly from
Highlights Include Florence City Tour Optional Excursions Pisa & Lucca San Gimignano & Siena
Gatwick
2008 Dates, Prices & Flight Information
Holiday ref: FIF
Gatwick
Meridiana Depart 0945 hrs Return arr. 1915 hrs
FLORENCE
Whats Included
Return scheduled flights to Florence Transfers between airport and hotel Services of an air-conditioned executive coach Four nights accommodation including breakfast Services of a Travelsphere Tour Manager City sightseeing tour with guide All UK and overseas airport taxes and security charges
Pisa - A three-quarter day excursion to see the Cathedral and Baptistry, and of course, the famous Leaning Tower, located in the Field of Miracles. We then continue to nearby Lucca. San Gimignano & Siena - Visit the lovely hilltop town of San Gimignano, and Siena, one of the most perfectly preserved medieval cities in Europe. YOUR HOTEL You will stay in the centrally located Hotel Ambasciatori/Diplomat, just a ten minute walk from the River Arno, the main shopping area and the historical Duomo (cathedral). These adjoining hotels have been recently renovated and amenities include a reception area, breakfast room serving buffet breakfast, American bar and lift. All bedrooms are well appointed.
May 21 Sept 10
£519 £529
Oct 8
£509
Deposit £100 per person Single room £100 For insurance information, please see page 95. All prices are per person based on two people sharing a twin or double-bedded room with private facilities ALSO FLY FROM... Regional connecting flights are also available. Please see page 5 for details. TRANSFERS MAKE YOUR OWN WAY Transfer time from the airport to your hotel is approx. 30 mins. Save £150. Please see page 5 for further details.
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