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DAY 1 – Arrival
- Arrival in Venice. Meet your coach driver and English speaking tour leader at the airport.
- Transfer to your hotel and check-in.
- Rest of the day and dinner at leisure.
- Overnight.
DAY 2 – Venice
- Breakfast at the hotel.
- Meet English speaking guide for a half-day sightseeing tour of Venice, 2 hrs. You will enjoy a nice walk admiring main attraction of this unique city, like Piazza San Marco with the Basilica, Doge’s Palace and Bridge of sights, Torre dell’Orologio ending in Rialto bridge.
- Lunch at leisure.
- 30-minutes gondola ride followed by afternoon at leisure (or activity/visit with supplement).
- Day at leisure in Venice.
- Dinner at leisure.
- Overnight.
DAY 3 – Venice
- Breakfast at the hotel.
- Meet private vaporetto and departure for a full-day excursion to Venice islands. The visit will be done by your tour leader and you will see the most 3 known islands of Venice, Murano, famous for glass production, Burano, famous for its cosy colourful house where you will also stop for lunch and Torcello, where you will see its Basilica.
- Return back to Venice in the afternoon.
- Dinner at leisure.
- Overnight in Mestre.
DAY 4 – Venice
- Breakfast at the hotel.
- Day at leisure or optional day to Padova to discover the amazing venetian Villas.
- Overnight.
DAY 5 – Venice to Florence
- Breakfast at the hotel and check-out.
- Meet coach and departure for Florence.
- On the way stop at a vineyard located in Verona area for a visit followed by a wine tasting, the area is famous for the production of Amarone wine and Valpolicella wine.
- Proceed for Verona where you will enjoy a lunch at leisure and spend the afternoon on your own.
- Upon arrival in Florence check-in at the hotel.
- Dinner at leisure.
- Overnight in Florence.
DAY 6 – Florence
- Breakfast at the hotel.
- Meet English speaking guide for a half-day sightseeing tour of Florence, 3 hrs. This walk will introduce you to the historic center of the city. We will cross the most famous squares: Piazza del Duomo, Santa Maria del Fiore with its Baptistery and Giotto’s Campanile, the Piazza della Signoria with the façade of the Palazzo Vecchio, the heart of Florentine life, a true open-air museum with historic and important statues, the Court Offices, the Republic Square with its elegant cafés, the Loggia del Porcellino and the Ponte Vecchio bridge, the oldest bridge over the Arno where you will find many gold shops.
- Lunch and afternoon at leisure (or activity/visit with supplement).
- Dinner at leisure.
- Overnight in Florence.
DAY 7 – Florence
- Breakfast at the hotel.
- Meet coach and departure for Chianti area. Upon arrival in Siena you will meet your guide for a half-day sightseeing tour, 3 hrs. You will discover the most hidden corners and fascinating squares of Siena, like Piazza del Campo, where in summer the famous “Palio” horse ride takes place and Piazza Santa Maria Assunta, with the famous Duomo and the Baptistery.
- You will proceed to a farm/vineyard like Vignamaggio or similar where you will enjoy a lunch with local products.
- First afternoon at leisure at the farm.
- Proceed to Castello di Verrazzano for a visit of the Castle followed by a wine tasting.
- In the early evening enjoy a dinner at the castle (or similar).
- Transfer back to the hotel.
- Overnight in Florence.
DAY 8 – Pisa
- Breakfast at the hotel.
- Departure for Pisa where you will meet your English speaking guide for a half-day sightseeing tour of the town, 2 hrs. You will have the possibility to see its main important monuments like the Piazza dei Miracoli with the Leaning Tower, the Cathedral, the monumental cemetery and the Baptistery, Piazza dei Cavalieri with the Tower of Conte Ugolino and the Carovana Palace.
- Proceed by coach to La Spezia where you will have lunch at a local restaurant.
- In the early afternoon you will meet your English speaking guide for a half-day sightseeing tour of Cinque Terre, 4 hrs. You will board a public boat and navigate through the coast from where you will admire all 5 nice villages, like Monterosso al Mare, Vernazza, Corniglia, Manarola and Rio Maggiore. Time permitting you will have the possibility of stopping in 1 or 2 villages for a nice walk.
- Return back to the hotel.
- Dinner at leisure.
- Overnight in Florence.
DAY 9 – Florence to Naples/Sorrento
- Breakfast at the hotel and check-out.
- Meet coach and departure for Naples/Sorrento area. Stop on the way in Assisi where you will your English speaking guide for a half-day sightseeing tour, 2 hrs. You will admire its beauties through a nice walk like San Francesco Basilica, San Rufino Cathedral, Santa Chiara Basilica and Piazza del Comune.
- Proceed for Naples/Sorrento area. Check-in at the hotel.
- Dinner at leisure.
- Overnight in Naples/Sorrento area.
DAY 10 – Capri
- Breakfast at the hotel.
- Meet coach and English speaking guide and transfer to Naples/Sorrento Port.
- Transfer by jetfoil from Naples/Sorrento to Capri.
- Some of the main features of the island include the Marina Piccola (the little harbour), the Belvedere of Tragara (a high panoramic promenade lined with villas), the limestone crags called sea stacks that project above the sea (the Faraglioni), the town of Anacapri, the Blue Grotto (Grotta Azzurra), and the ruins of the Imperial Roman villas. Upon arrival we will take local mini-buses which will bring us through a panoramic path to Anacapri. We will walk through main attractions of the islands and admire the panorama with the Faraglioni. We will descend to Capri city centre where we will spend time at leisure through it narrow and characteristic streets. During the day the visit via sea to the marvellous Blue Grotto is included.
- In the afternoon we will reach the port of Capri with the funicular from where we will take the jetfoil back to Naples/Sorrento.
- Transfer by coach to the hotel.
- Dinner at leisure.
- Overnight in Naples/Sorrento area.
DAY 11 – Amalfi
- Breakfast at the hotel.
- Meet coach and English speaking guide for a full-day excursion of Amalfi coast, 8 hrs.
- The whole morning will be dedicated to the « Lemon culture », main product of the area. We will visit a “Limoneto” (Lemon Grove) where we will be given explications on the growing of Limone Coasta d’Amalfi IGP and we will visit a farm dealing with the selection and transformation of the lemons. At the end we will visit a small producer of the famous liquor produced with these lemons, the Limoncello.
- Lunch at the farm.
- Proceed for Amalfi where we will enjoy a guided visit of the town, 2 hrs including the Dom of S. Andrea Apostolo.
- We will take the mini-buses and continue the tour admiring the Costiera; we will stop in Positano Alta for a wonderful view on the coasts.
- return back to the hotel.
- Dinner at leisure.
- Overnight in Naples/Sorrento area.
DAY 12 – Naples/Sorrento to Rome
- Breakfast at the hotel and check-out.
- Meet coach and departure for Rome.
- On the way stop in Pompei where you will meet the guide for a half-day sightseeing tour, 2 hrs. Pompei was buried by a disastrous eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 a.D. Hot volcanic ashes completely covered the city and trapped the inhabitants, leaving us with a still life picture of a Roman city of two thousand years ago. Pompei was rediscovered only by chance in 1748, under the kingdom of Charles of the Bourbon family and so far 80% of the city has been dug out. Since Pompei was not destroyed but just sealed off by volcanic matters, a visit to Pompei is not only an excursion but a trip back to the past: streets, shops, villas, baths are all intact, with still bright frescoes and mosaics.
- Proceed for Vesuvio area rich in vineyards, fruits trees and cereals. You will stop at a vineyard located on the feet of the Vesusio that produces the famous wine Lacryma Christi. You will visit the vineyard and their cellars and enjoy a lunch with local products and paired with a wine tasting.
- In the afternoon proceed for Rome and check-in at the hotel.
- Dinner at leisure.
- Overnight in Rome.
DAY 13 – Rome
- Breakfast at the hotel.
- Meet English speaking guide and coach at the hotel and departure for a full-day sightseeing tour of Imperial Rome + Vatican Museums, 8 hrs.
- We will start the visit from the Vatican Museums with the Rooms of Raffaello, the Gallery of the Chandeliers, the Gallery of Tapestries, the Gallery of Geographical Maps by ending to the marvellous Sixstine Chapel with the Michelangelo frescos. From here we will reach Saint Peter’s Basilica to discover its majesty, mosaics, statues among which the Pietà by Michelangelo. The visit will end in Saint Peter’s Square, expression of the genius of great artists.
- Lunch at leisure.
- The coach will drop-off us near the Colosseum, the most important symbol of ancient Rome, from where we will start the visit. We will continue through the Roman Forum, the political, commercial and religious centre of the old city. We will walk through the rests of the city, the Arch of Constantin, Saint Constantin Basilica, the Temple of Vesta, The Senate, the Arch of Titus. We will arrive to Piazza Venezia with its majestic Vittoriano, the national monumen dedicated to the Unknown Soldier and we will climb the Capitol Hill from which terrace we can enjoy a panoramic view on the Forum.
- Rest of the day at leisure.
- Overnight in Rome.
DAY 14 – Rome
- Breakfast at the hotel.
- Meet English speaking guide and coach at the hotel and departure for a half-day of Baroque Rome, 4 hrs.
- This walking tour will lead us to the main Baroque squares of Rome historical centre: we will go down the Spanish steps, throw a coin into the famous Trevi Fountain, see the beautiful Piazza Navona with its majestic fountains and admire the Pantheon Temple. During the sightseeing tour, we will stop at the popular “Tazza d’Oro” coffee shop to taste the delicious ‘Granita’, an iced creamy coffee with cream on the top.
- Lunch and afternoon at leisure (or activity/visit with supplement).
- Dinner at a local restaurant in Rome (Like Ristorante Alfredo or similar).
- Overnight in Rome.
DAY 15 – Departure
- Breakfast at the hotel and check-out.
- Meet coach and transfer to the airport.
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DAY 1 – Arrival
- Arrival in London via the London-Heathrow Airport. Transfer by private coach from the airport to your hotel in central London.
- Check-in at your hotel for 2 nights on Bed & Breakfast basis.
- Free time in the afternoon.
- Dinner at leisure.
- Overnight in London.
DAY 2 – London
- Breakfast at the hotel.
- The day starts with a Sightseeing of Central London in a private coach & with your English speaking guide: Piccadilly Circus, Westminster Abbey, Tower of London, Tower Bridge, Buckingham Palace (and if possible the guard changing) … Your tour will be ending in the little village of Greenwich.
- Lunch (3 courses, NO drinks) in a traditional pub in Greenwich.
- Transfer back to hotel and free time in the afternoon.
- Transfer to dock for your Dinner cruise on the Thames* (3 hour cruise, 4 courses dinner + 1 welcome drink).
- Transfer back to hotel for the night.
* Dinner cruise on the Thames running from Monday to Friday.
DAY 3 – Stonehenge & Salisbury
- Breakfast at the hotel and check-out.
- Early morning departure for the famous UNESCO World Heritage Site: Stonehenge.
- After your visit, continue to Salisbury, city well-known for her cathedral (entrance not included).
- Free time in the city ended by a traditional English routine: The Cream Tea (tea, scones & clotted cream… soooo British!).
- Continuation to Poole / Bournemouth area.
- Check-in at your hotel.
- Dinner on your own.
DAY 4 – Jersey (Channel Islands)
- Early breakfast at the hotel and check-out.
- Transfer to the ferry terminal; crossing from Poole to the biggest of the Channel Islands, Jersey (due to the size of the boat, the crossing will be by foot). This is an island shaped by the sea where some of the most astonishing tides in the world circle the coast and feed the land. An island that's small on size, but big on personality, where country lanes open to cliff top views and the sea is never more than ten minutes away. An island of rediscovery packed with activities to experience and explore. Arrival in St Helier & visit the quaint village of St Aubin & the Noirmont Point.
- Transfer to your hotel & check-in for 2 nights on Bed & Breakfast basis.
- Dinner on your own.
- Overnight in Jersey.
DAY 5 – Jersey
- Breakfast at the hotel.
- Depart for Mont Orgueil and visit of the castle. Jersey Heritage makes history come to life at Mont Orgueil Castle, which protected Jersey against the French invasion over 600 years ago. Explore the network of staircases, towers and secret rooms to discover hidden treasures and breathtaking views. Discover secret artwork commissioned to tell the story of the castle, climb turrets to find the medieval ‘wheel of urine’ and descend into the cellar to experience the 'witchcraft' exhibit.
- Free time for lunch in Gorey.
- In the afternoon you will reach the Mare Wine Estate for a visit & a tasting. Return to the hotel late in the afternoon.
- Dinner on your own.
- Overnight in Jersey.
DAY 6 – Jersey to St Malo
- Breakfast at the hotel and check-out.
- Ferry crossing from Jersey to Saint-Malo (France).
- Arrival in Saint-Malo and transfer by private coach from the harbour to your hotel in Saint-Malo.
- Free time for lunch at leisure.
- In the afternoon, meet your local guide for a walking tour of the historical city. Enjoy some free time for the rest of the day.
- Dinner on your own.
- Overnight in Saint-Malo.
DAY 7 – Saint-Michel Mount & Marine Farm (Oyster Farming) in Cancale
- Breakfast at the hotel.
- Depart for the world famous Unesco World Heritage Mont Saint Michel. Visit the famous Abbey with your local guide and discover all the secrets of the mount.
- Try the famous Mère Poulard’s Omelette for lunch (3 course, NO Drinks).
- Early afternoon departure to Cancale. Here your guide will teach you the oyster farming process, the History beyond it, you will have a look at the workshops, oyster ponds and will end up with some tasting of 2 types of oysters.
- Dinner on your own.
- Overnight in Saint-Malo.
DAY 8 – Saumur & Loire Valley
- Early breakfast at the hotel.
- Depart towards the Loire Valley region. The Loire Valley is an outstanding cultural landscape of great beauty, containing historic towns and villages, great architectural monuments (the châteaux), and cultivated lands formed by many centuries of interaction between their population and the physical environment, primarily the river Loire itself.
- Arrive in Grand Saumur for a local specialty lunch in a troglodyte restaurant (3 courses, NO Drinks) including the “fouées” (sort of pasties).
- In the afternoon, visit of the Cadre Noir of Saumur. French Classical riding, with its prestigious military history, is the foundation for the Cadre Noir, and the teaching of the school. The Cadre Noir is the framework of the school and the écuyers form the main body of instructors at the National Riding School.
- Depart towards Tours.
- Dinner on your own.
- Overnight in Tours.
DAY 9 –Tours & Amboise
- Breakfast at the hotel.
- After breakfast, visit of Chambord Estate (or Chenonceau Castle alternatively, if Chambord happens to not be available or open), one of the most magnificent Renaissance French Castles. Chambord is the largest château in the Loire Valley; it was built to serve as a hunting lodge for Francis I, who maintained his royal residences at the châteaux of Blois and Amboise. The original design of the Château de Chambord is attributed, though with some doubt, to Domenico da Cortona; Leonardo da Vinci may also have been involved.
- A stop for lunch (not included) will be scheduled on your road to Bourges.
- On the way stop in a goat dairy for a little visit and tasting of course!
- Check in at the hotel upon late afternoon in Bourges.
- Dinner at leisure.
- Overnight in Bourges.
DAY 10 – Burgundy
- Breakfast at the hotel.
- Departure to Morvan Regional Natural Park. You will cross it from east to west to finally reach the city of Autun. A local guide will take you through the Gate of Morvan and get you connected with the fascinating History of the city. Formerly named Augustodunum, Autun was a thriving Aeduan city - as evidenced by the numerous remains of Gallo-Roman monuments. At the gates of the Morvan, Autun became the country town: a concentration of large businesses, SMEs and industries, a dynamic agricultural and rural world.
- Lunch on a farm (3 courses, no drinks for max 28 pax; if more than 28 pax, a local restaurant will be booked), to enjoy some local products.
- In the afternoon, guided visit of Burgundy snails.
- Dinner at leisure.
- Overnight in Beaune.
DAY 11 – Burgundy & Geneva
- Breakfast at the hotel.
- On your way to Switzerland, a stop at one of Burgundy wine cellar will be the perfect occasion for a tasting.
- Lunch at Café de Paris (3 courses, No Drinks).
- Arrival in Geneva in the afternoon. Embedded between nearby Alpine peaks and the hilly terrain of the Jura, the French-speaking city of Geneva lies in the bay where the Rhone leaves Lake Geneva. With its humanitarian tradition and cosmopolitan flair, the European seat of the UNO and headquarters of the Red Cross is known as the «capital of peace».
- Guided city tour and free time to explore this exquisite city.
- Continue on to Montreux.
- Dinner at leisure.
- Overnight in Montreux.
DAY 12 – Montreux to Berne to Lugano
- Breakfast.
- Continuation towards Berne for a guided city tour including the famous Clock Tower (entrance inc.). The city of Bern was built with local sandstone in Gothic style with gables, bay windows, and more arcades than any of the city in Europe. Berne claims Switzerland's highest Gothic cathedral, the Münster- Cathedral, and the Heiliggeist-Kirche, a prime example of 18th century Protestant church architecture. Throughout the city are towers, arcades, and lots of old fountains. The Münster-Terrasse, a square in front of the Cathedral, has been a famous meeting place over the centuries.
- Lunch at Kornhauskeller restaurant (3 courses, NO drinks).
- Departure towards Lugano and check in at your hotel.
Lugano, the largest town in the holiday region of Ticino, is not only Switzerland's third most important financial centre and a conference, banking and business centre, but also a town of parks and flowers, villas and sacred buildings. With Mediterranean flair, Lugano offers all the advantages of a world-class city, combined with the cachet of a small town. - Dinner (3 courses, NO drinks) at Grotto Broggini.
- Overnight in Lugano.
DAY 13 – Swiss & Lake Maggiore
- Breakfast.
- A nice cruise from Locarno will take you to the Brissago Islands. Lotus blossoms, giant sequoias, bald cypresses, perennial banana plants, and even eucalyptus trees grow in the Botanical Gardens on the two Brissago islands in Lago Maggiore. The water of the lake stores warmth so well that there are hardly any days with frost in the winter, and the Alps also form a protective barrier against cold air from the north. This climate favours the growth of exotic plants.
- Lunch on your own in Ascon.
- Continuation towards Locarno. Wine tasting.
- At the end of the day, transfer to the hotel in Stresa.
- Welcome cocktail followed by Dinner (3 courses, NO drinks) at your hotel.
DAY 14 – Lake Maggiore
- Breakfast.
- Today will be dedicated to the discovery of the beautiful Borromean Islands. Immersed in the marvellous and suggestive waters of Lake Maggiore, the Borromean Islands are jaw-droppingly beautiful. Loved by Ernest Hemingway and, in more recent times, by the English Royals, this Archipelago is made up of the monumental Isola Bella, with its 17th-Century Palazzo Borromeo, surrounded by scenographic gardens, the picturesque Isola dei Pescatori (Fishermen’s Island), Isola Madre, noted for its botanical garden, rich in rare plants, the little Island of San Giovanni that faces Pallanza, and the Rock of Marghera.
- Lunch (3 course, NO drinks) in Isola Pescatori.
- Return to your hotel for a free dinner.
DAY 15 – Lake Maggiore to Milan
- After breakfast, departure towards Milan. Milan, a metropolis in Italy's northern Lombardy region, is a global capital of fashion and design. Home to the national stock exchange, it’s a financial hub also known for its high- end restaurants and shops. The Gothic Duomo di Milano cathedral and the Santa Maria delle Grazie convent, housing Leonardo da Vinci’s mural “The Last Supper,” testify to centuries of art and culture.
- Upon arrival, meet our English speaking guide for a half day guided tour of Milan - exteriors of Sforzesco Castle, Vittorio Emanuele Gallery and La Scala Theatre.
- Free time for Lunch.
- Entrance to the Dome in the beginning of the afternoon (close the morning). Then rest of the afternoon at leisure.
- Transfer towards the hotel and check in.
- Dinner at leisure.
- Overnight in Milan.
DAY 16 – Milan, Parma & Versilia
- Breakfast and early transfer to Parma.
- Visit a Parmigiano Reggiano factory and tasting of Parmigiano.
- Continue with a visit to a ham factory followed by light lunch (1 hot dish + ham/parmesan, 1/2 water + 1/4 wine).
- Parma’s centre is full of art masterpieces, wide green spaces, little and big treasures from different ages, welcoming visitors and citizens all in the refined atmosphere of a petite capital. The presence of music in the history of the city is various and recognised worldwide; the spirit of initiative and everyone’s passion give the city a deserved relevant position among the capitals of music. The gastronomic tradition is also very remarkable, offering, besides cold cuts and cheese which are famous all over the world, first courses of homemade pasta cooked in different ways.
- Transfer to the hotel in Versilia.
- Dinner at leisure.
DAY 17 – Vernazza, Monterosso & Portovenere
- Breakfast and transfer to La Spezia.
- Meet our English speaking guide and departure for a full day excursion to Cinque Terre and Portovenere. Cinque Terre offer not only sea, beautiful footpaths with breathing taking views, old churches, sanctuaries, oratories and some castles, diving in Riomaggiore and has food and wines of first quality. The Cinque Terre is a National Park of Italy since 1997 and is a UNESCO protected site. Cinque Terre consists of five villages (from north to south): Monterosso, Vernazza, Corniglia, Manarola and Riomaggiore. Crossing to Vernazza to visit this typical village.
- Free time for lunch.
- Boat ride to Portovenere.
- After the visit, ferry back to La Spezia and transfer back to your hotel.
- Dinner (3 courses, NO drinks) in a local restaurant.
- Overnight in Versilia.
DAY 18 – Florence
- Breakfast and departure to Florence.
Florence, capital of Italy’s Tuscany region, is home to many masterpieces of Renaissance art and architecture. One of its most iconic sights is the Duomo, a cathedral with a terracotta- tiled dome engineered by Brunelleschi and a bell tower by Giotto. The Galleria dell'Accademia displays Michelangelo’s “David” sculpture. The Uffizi Gallery exhibits Botticelli’s “The Birth of Venus” and da Vinci’s “Annunciation”. Meet our English speaking guide and departure for a half day guided tour of Florence – Dome (included), Baptistery, Repubblica Square, Old Bridge, Signoria Square with Palazzo Vecchio and Loggia dei Lanzi. - Lunch in a local restaurant.
- Free afternoon to wander around Florence and discover its beauties.
- Overnight in Florence.
DAY 19 – Venice
- After breakfast, departure to Florence train station to catch your train to Venice (+/- 2 hour).
Venice, the capital of northern Italy’s Veneto region, is built on more than 100 small islands in a lagoon in the Adriatic Sea. It has no roads, just canals – including the Grand Canal thoroughfare – lined with Renaissance and Gothic palaces. The central square, Piazza San Marco, contains St. Mark’s Basilica, which is tiled with Byzantine mosaics, and the Campanile bell tower offering views of the city’s Red roofs. - Upon arrival, transfer by private boat to San Marco Cornoldi.
- Free time for lunch.
- Meet our English speaking guide and departure for a half day guided tour of Venice historical city centre - Saint Marc Basilica and Square, Doges Palace and Sights Bridge (entrance included).
- Free afternoon to immerse yourself in Venice unique atmosphere.
- Overnight in Venice.
DAY 20 – Departure
- Breakfast at the hotel.
- Transfer by private boat to Venice airport.
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DAY 1 – Arrival
- Arrival in Vilnius, the capital city of Lithuania. Private meeting at the airport by guide or driver and transfer to the hotel accordingly to your flight times.
- Check in at the hotel.
- Dinner and overnight in Vilnius for the entire group together.
DAY 2 – Vilnius / Trakai
- Breakfast at the hotel.
- Vilnius city tour. Vilnius, the capital of Lithuania was founded in 1323 when Grand Duke Gediminas built a castle there, nowadays bustling city with one of the oldest and most charming Old Towns in Europe. The splendid architectural blend of Gothic, Renaissance, and Baroque styles makes this a wonderful city to explore. During sightseeing tour you will visit Old town, which is included to the UNESCO World Heritage. Visit Cathedral and Cathedral Square and pass by Gediminas Avenue, the Parliament and President's Palace, Vilnius University and Town Hall. Continue walking narrow old streets, visit St. Anna's Church - a gem of Gothic architecture, Gates of Dawn and St. Peter-Paul Church.
- Departure to Trakai. Trakai is the former capital of Lithuania, which is situated on an island in the middle of a lake. The 14th century red brick castle now houses the Art Museum. The castles of Trakai are the best known works of defensive architecture in Lithuania. The old town of Trakai, which includes the Island and the Peninsula Castles, surrounded by lakes, is one of the most impressive and most picturesque locations in Europe. Here still reside small national minority of Karaites, which is confessing Judaism. It is believed they were brought from the Crimea by the Grand Lithuanian Duke Vytautas.
- Dinner and overnight in Vilnius.
DAY 3 – Vilnius / ŠiauliaI / Rundale / Riga
- Breakfast at the hotel.
- Departure to Riga via The Hill of Crosses, located 12 kilometers north of the small industrial city of Siauliai (pronounced shoo-lay) is the Lithuanian national pilgrimage centre. Standing upon a small hill are many hundreds of thousands of crosses that represent Christian devotion and a memorial to Lithuanian national identity.
- Further travel to Rundale.
On the way, visit the beautiful Rundale Palace, the most magnificent masterpiece of baroque architecture in the Baltic States, lies at a distance of 70 km from Riga. It was built in the first part of the 18th century by the Italian architect F. B. Rastrelli, the baroque genius from Italy who created many of St. Petersburg’s finest buildings including the Winter Palace. The professionally renovated palace interiors are decorated with authentic 18th cent. furniture, paintings and china. The most impressive are the Golden Hall, the White Hall, the bedroom of the Duke of Courland Johan Ernst Biron. The palace boasts a beautiful French-style park. - Further travel to Riga.
- Dinner and overnight in Riga.
DAY 4 – Riga
- Breakfast at the hotel.
- Today Enjoy Riga - Capital of Latvia. A medieval Hanseatic town, will include exterior view of St. Peter's Church from whose steeple will be the best views in the city, Riga castle with its three wonderful museums, Dome Cathedral (interior visit), which boasts one of the world’s largest pipe organs, and the old Guild houses. You will see why Riga came to be known as one of Europe's leading exponents of the late 19th and early 20th century architectural style of Art Nouveau. Riga boasts Europe's greatest concentration of jugendstil (German Art Nouveau) buildings. An architectural historian will highlight details of the finest city facades.
- Visit of Riga Central Market - Europe's largest and the most updated market in their city. Farmers are always happy to bring their products here. In 1998, the territory of the market, being part of the historic centre of Riga, was included in UNESCO World Heritage List. During Visit to Market everyone will have a chance to taste different products – Fish, Meat, Bread, different sweets and etc.
- Few hours free this afternoon for shopping.
- Dinner and overnight in Riga.
DAY 5 – Riga, Open Air Museum & Jurmala
- Breakfast at the hotel.
- Morning tour to Open Air Museum. Located at a distance of 14 km from the centre of Riga on the banks of the picturesque Lake Jugla. The museum was started in 1924 and now it is one of the oldest open air museums in Europe. Old houses, household articles of peasants, fishermen and craftsmen have been brought there from all regions of Latvia. There is even an inn, a mill and several churches. In the exhibition hall you can find exhibitions of applied art. The museum has 107 buildings on its territory all in all (about 100 ha).
- Afternoon tour to Jurmala.
Jurmala is the place to enjoy sea breeze, sun, nature, architecture and cultural life. It has 150-year-old resort traditions and has become the largest resort area in the Baltic’s. The look of Jurmala since 19th century has been characterised by its wooden architecture, cottage-style buildings and resort centres. Romantic streets and wooden cottages surrounded by pine trees also nowadays create the vision of the olden days. Stroll along Jomas Street - the most popular pedestrian walkway with its many little restaurants and diverse entertainment. Visit the city’s white-sand beach area, which is still the largest draw to Jurmala. - Dinner and overnight in Riga.
DAY 6 – Riga, Sigulda / Turaida / Parnu / Tallinn
- Breakfast at the hotel.
- Departure to Tallinn. First stop on route is the Gauja National Park.
- One of the most picturesque towns in Latvia - Sigulda, often called the Latvian Switzerland, is located about 50 km from Riga in the Gauja River valley. Sigulda is situated in the Gauja National Park and is known as the most popular tourist and leisure destination as well as a famous winter sports resort in Latvia because of its bob-sleigh track and the down-hill skiing routes. Experience a genuine whiff of the Middle Ages, a time of romantic legends, castles and heroic figures, visiting the ruins of the 13th century Crusader Castle, and the 19th century Kropotkin’s Palace in the outskirts of Sigulda. By coach you will travel down into the river valley, enjoy the landscape and the walk to the sandstone grottoes on the ancient river bank.
- Next visit The Turaida Museum Reserve - the historical centre of Turaida and comprises archaeological, historical and art monuments that tell us about the events that have taken place since the 11th century. The Turaida walled castle, which is a medieval architectural monument, is situated on the Turaida castle mound. The church mound is an ancient site for a church and graveyard. Turaida church, one of the oldest wooden churches built by the local rural craftsmen, is situated here. A graveyard was established here for the first baptised Liivs. Under an old linden tree is the legendary tomb of Roze that commemorates a girl who sacrificed herself in the name of love.
- Further travel to Tallinn by bus. Another stop in Parnu, the best known Estonian resort and also a Hanseatic city, a harbour city and a university city. The sleepy rhythm of Pärnu changes completely when the flag of the Estonian summer capital starts flying high on the summer equinox – life on the beach, dozens of festivals, night clubs and the big party crowd that have moved here. The city is very charming and it contains a nice 19th century shopping district. While walking in the city enjoy its parks and the streets.
- Arrival to Tallinn in late afternoon, check-in the hotel.
- Dinner and overnight in Tallinn.
DAY 7 – Tallinn & Kadriorg
- Breakfast at the hotel.
- City tour of Tallinn, a picturesque old city, where whole districts date back to the Middle Ages. You will visit the Old Town with its quaint narrow streets and beautiful merchants' houses exemplifying the best of Gothic architecture. The tour includes Toompea Castle, the 13th century Dome church, the 19th century Russian orthodox Cathedral of Alexander Nevskij, the 15th century town Hall square, the Old Guild built to celebrate Tallinn's membership in the Hanseatic League, and St. Olaf's church. On Driving part visit Tallinn’s suburbs and Song Festival Grounds, St Brigittes monastery and Pirita area.
- Afternoon tour of Kadriorg Palace. The palace, constructed as a gift by Peter the Great to his wife Catherine I in the 1720's, is an excellent example of Baroque architecture. The Foreign Art Museum of the Kadriorg Palace displays paintings, sculptures, graphic art and applied art of Western Europe and the Russia from the 16 -20 century.
- Few hours free in the afternoon for shopping.
- Medieval dinner feast at famous restaurant OLDE HANSA.
- Overnight in Tallinn.
DAY 7 – Departure
- Breakfast at the hotel.
- Free time in Tallinn, to enjoy some shopping or just strolling around the streets.
- Private transfer to airport depending on flight times.
See the 11 day itinerary
DAY 1 – Arrival
Meet & Greet by local guide and transfer to your hotel.
Melbourne - Victoria's capital, Melbourne, sits on the Yarra River and around the shores of Port Phillip Bay. Lauded for its sense of style and elegance, Melbourne boasts glamorous festivals and events, Australia's best shopping, a lively passion for eating and drinking, and a flourishing interest in the arts. Restored and preserved nineteenth-century architecture, built following the discovery of gold, provides a heady reminder of a prosperous age, while beautifully tended parks and gardens present a therapeutic respite from the pace of city life.
Accommodation: Travelodge Southbank Melbourne, Guest Room, 3 Nights
Includes: 3 x Full Buffet Breakfast
DAY 2 – Melbourne
This morning you will be met in the lobby by your local tour guide and accompanied on a city sights tour.
Discover marvellous Melbourne. Experience all sites including: Collins Street, Docklands, Chinatown, Queen Victoria Market, Carlton, Fitzroy, East Melbourne, the Sports Precinct (Tennis Centre, MCG), Federation Square, Southbank, St Kilda Road, South Yarra, Toorak, Albert Park, St Kilda and more.
In the afternoon continue to the Yarra Valley.
Lunch is reserved today at Fergusson Winery & Restaurant.
After lunch you will enjoy wine tastings at some of the regions wineries before returning to Melbourne late afternoon.
DAY 3 – Melbourne
Full day excursion to the Great Ocean Road accompanied by your local tour guide.
Today’s tour of the Great Ocean Road allows passengers the time to fully enjoy views of one of the most spectacular coastal drives in the world. Watch the ocean crashing on the rocks, stop for a coffee or a walk on the beach and finally be blown away by the ancient rock formations – the Twelve Apostles. Visitors won’t be taking home just photos, they’ll be taking memories.
Scenic drive South West of Melbourne past the City of Geelong (Victoria’s second largest city).
Spectacular views of the Southern Ocean known as the Surf Coast. Stop for a coffee at Split Point Lighthouse a good photo opportunity!
Regular photo stops along the way to make the most of the views.
Wildlife in the area (depending on the season) include, whales, dolphins, kangaroos, echidnas, bandicoots, and many different birds.
Lunch at a local restaurant.
DAY 4 – Melbourne / Ayers Rock
Private transfer to the airport.
Upon arrival you will be met by a driver.
In the afternoon tour the massive series of conglomerate domes commonly known as the Olgas. Spend time exploring this awesome gorge and unusual array of rock formations.
Travel to the sunset viewing strip approximately 2km from Ayers Rock. View the sun's setting rays and marvel at the changing colours as sunset approaches and falls on Ayers Rock while enjoying some sparkling wine and nibbles.
Ayers Rock - is known as the spiritual heart of Australia and is home to one of the country’s most impressive landmarks ‘Uluru’. Made of sandstone and a ‘true’ monolith Uluru resides in Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park. Located down towards the southwest corner of the Northern Territory and close to the geographic centre of Australia, at Ayers Rock you can experience a fiery sunset at Uluru, wind through Kings Canyon and see the ancient red rocks” The Olgas” of Kata-Tjuta.
Accommodation: Outback Pioneer Hotel, Standard Room, 1 Night
Includes: 1 x Full Breakfast
DAY 5 – Ayers Rock / Cairns
Before sunrise you’re your local tour guide will take you to marvel at the sunrise over Uluru – a truly unique experience and entirely different to sunset.
Transfer to the airport accompanied by your local guide.
Meet & Greet by local guide and transfer to your hotel.
Cairns - As the heart of the World Heritage-listed Great Barrier Reef and Wet Tropics rainforest and energised by nature, Cairns is the place to soak up the tropical lifestyle. Discover an exciting city that takes pride in its cultural heritage and where time seems to last a little longer. Swim at the Esplanade lagoon, sample local produce at a farmer's market, enjoy free entertainment, shop for a summer wardrobe or cruise around the marina. The compact city is easy to get around and has the reef, rainforest and outback on its doorstep.
Accommodation: Cairns Plaza Hotel, Standard Room, 3 Nights
Includes: 3 x Cooked Breakfast
DAY 6 – Cairns
Meet your tour guide in the lobby this morning for an excursion to the Great Barrier Reef.
This morning you will be collected from your hotel by a Reef Magic Cruises representative and transferred to the Reef Magic Cruises office located inside the Cairns Reef Fleet Terminal.
Depart with Reef Magic Cruises to the Marine World activity platform. The travel time is only 90 minutes direct from Cairns on a fast stable motor catamaran. Upon arrival you will spend 5 hours at Marine World on the Outer Great Barrier Reef.
Transferred back to your accommodation by Reef Magic Cruises.
Includes:
- All snorkelling equipment including personal flotation devices in adult/child sizes
- On board Marine Biology presentation/talk en-route to the reef
- Semi-Submersible tours with interactive commentary
- Glass Bottom Boat tours with interactive commentary
- Fish feeding and identification session with our Marine Biologist
- Underwater Observatory
- Use of Sundeck, Fresh Water Showers and Changing Rooms
- Morning/Afternoon Tea plus a full hot/cold buffet lunch with vegetarian options
- Tea/Coffee and drinking water is available free of charge throughout the day
- Access to reference materials on the reef
- German & French speaking crew are available to assist international visitors
Excludes Optional Activities:
Available at additional cost, optional activities may be pre-booked or you may prefer to wait until the day and speak with our crew who can suggest the best activities to suit your swimming ability:
- Introductory Scuba Diving – no experience necessary. Small group, max 4 students per instructor. Minimum age is 12 years with parental consent required for those under 18 years. Opportunity for up to 3 dives in a day.
- Certified Scuba Diving – all dives fully guided at no extra charge, include use of dedicated dive tender to access pristine and varied dive locations. Up to 3 dives in a day.
- Helmet Diving. A scuba-style experience without even getting your head wet!
- Marine Biologist Guided Snorkel Tours (beginner and advanced level)
- Reef-Scenic Helicopter flights 5, 10 & 30 minutes scenic flights from Marine World or fly/cruise, cruise/fly and fly/fly options to/from Cairns.
- Relax on the sundeck and enjoy the regions only reef-based massage therapist! (bookings recommended)
- Wet suit and lycra suit hire: $6 each. Wet suits are 5mm with short arms/legs & are included for all divers. Lycra suits provide fantastic sun protection and in season are useful in reducing the risk of jelly fish stings.
- Lockers are available on board Reef Magic for just $2 per use & are suitable for small personal items such as phones, jewellery or wallets. While theft is very rare on board we suggest valuables are better off left in your hotel room or with the concierge rather than brought to the reef.
DAY 7 – Cairns
Meet your tour guide in the lobby this morning for an excursion to Kuranda.
Transfer to the train station.
Kuranda Scenic Rail
Today you will board your train for a spectacular rail journey aboard the Kuranda Connection.
The original Kuranda Scenic Railway is a spectacular journey comprising unsurpassed views of World Heritage Listed rainforest, steep ravines and picturesque waterfalls within the Barron Gorge National Park. Constructed between 1882 and 1891 it is considered an engineering feat of tremendous magnitude. Hundreds of men were employed to build the 15 hand-made tunnels and 37 bridges that stand as a monument to the pioneers of tropical North Queensland. This famous railway winds its way from Cairns to Kuranda, the village in the rainforest.
Free time in Kuranda. Lunch at own expense.
Skyrail Rainforest Cableway
Skyrail spans 7.5kms over Australia’s pristine tropical rainforests. You’ll glide just metres above the rainforest canopy before descending through the canopy layers and deep into the heart of the forest at Skyrail’s two rainforest mid-stations for the ultimate tropical rainforest experience. A Skyrail Experience will take approximately 1½ hours one way. Your Skyrail experience will commence or conclude at either Smithfield or Kuranda, depending on your direction of travel. Skyrail can be combined with a variety of other attractions including the Kuranda Scenic Railway to create the perfect half or full day tour.
Transfer provided from the Skyrail Station to the hotel.
DAY 8 – Cairns / Sydney
Transfer to the airport accompanied by your local guide.
Meet & Greet by local guide and transfer to your hotel.
Sydney: is one of the world’s most loved cities and it has a sunny and vibrant buzz that makes it the ultimate year round destination. Sydney's laid-back outdoor lifestyle and physical allure make it one of the world's top cities to visit and live in. The stunning harbour provides a dramatic backdrop for the city's famous icons – the Sydney Opera House and Sydney Harbour Bridge. There's a wide-ranging cultural life, a dynamic food scene and vibrant cityscape of outstanding contemporary and colonial architecture. Iconic beaches – most notably Bondi and Manly – and five major national parks deliver unforgettable outdoor experiences. Sydney extends north and south of the harbour in a golden chain of easy-to-reach beaches. You can spend an entire day on the beach as you swim in the surf, then eat and party at the shoreline restaurants and bars.
Accommodation: Travelodge Wynyard, Guest Room, 3 Nights
Includes: 2 x Full Buffet Breakfast
DAY 9 – Sydney
Your local guide will meet you in the lobby this morning.
Take in the famous sights of Sydney including the historic Rocks, Mrs Macquarie's Chair with its fabulous views of the harbour and Opera House, the Botanical Gardens, and Darling Harbour. To the east of the city centre lies Kings Cross, the exclusive suburbs of Double Bay and Rose Bay, as well as Watson's Bay and the Gap with stunning views back along the harbour to the city. At famous Bondi Beach see the white sands and surf typical of all Sydney's city beaches.
Captain Cook Cruises Sydney – Seafood Buffet Lunch Cruise
Depart with Captain Cook Cruises from for a Seafood Buffet Lunch Cruise on Sydney Harbour including Sydney rock oysters, ocean king prawns; succulent baked fish and smoked salmon, along with a wide range of non-seafood and vegetarian items to satisfy every taste. After lunch you may like to wander up to the open top deck for some Sydney sunshine, a close up photograph of the Opera House as we slowly glide by, or to wave at the climbers as we cruise under the Sydney Harbour Bridge. Commentary provided.
Afternoon at leisure. Make your own way back to the hotel.
DAY 10 – Sydney
Featherdale Wildlife Park
Today visit Featherdale Wildlife Park which is home to one of Australia's most comprehensive collections of native wildlife. Cuddle up to a Koala at no extra charge, and hand feed Kangaroos and Wallabies. From the initial greeting by the swaggie at the entrance to the park, you are invited to take a walk on the wild side and meet over 1,700 animals from more than 280 different species. As well as numerous Koalas and Kangaroos, features include face-to-face encounters with all kinds of wildlife including Wallabies, Emus, an amazingly diverse range of birds and 40 species of reptiles in the Reptilian Pavilion. You will also get the chance to encounter some more unexpected highlights such as Bettongs, Little Penguins, Wombats, a 4.5 metre Saltwater Crocodile and 30 species of endangered or vulnerable animals including Bilbies.
Scenic World Blue Mountains – Ultimate Discovery Pass
The ultimate Scenic World experience is located in Katoomba in Australia’s World Heritage-listed Blue Mountains. Ultimate Discovery Pass includes unlimited rides on the Railway, Skyway, Cableway and Walkway.
Scenic Skyway: Glide between cliff tops and gaze at the rainforest canopy through the glass floor of the Scenic Skyway! Suspended 270 metres above ancient ravines, the Skyway provides a unique thrill as breath-taking views are revealed beneath your feet through the electro-glass cabin floor. For the less adventurous, seating and solid flooring is also available! With 360° views, the 720 metre journey provides the best views of Katoomba Falls, the Three Sisters, and Jamison Valley stretching to the horizon. Disembark at the Skyway’s east station to access lookouts over the valley along with bush trails to Echo Point.
Scenic Railway: Discover the thrill of a 52 degree incline riding the steepest passenger railway in the world, the Scenic Railway. This unforgettable experience offers glass-roofed carriages with expansive views of the rainforest setting and spectacular Jamison Valley. Custom designed carriages allow passengers to choose their own adventure like never before, adjusting their seated position up to 20 degrees! Choose an adventurous ‘Cliffhanger’ ride at a steep 64 degree incline, or for those seeking a relaxed journey select the ‘Laid Back’ option. Of course, loyal fans can still ride the ‘Original’ at 52 degrees. The Railway experience descends 310 metres through a cliff-side tunnel, emerging into ancient rainforest at the Jamison Valley floor.
Scenic Cableway: Discover panoramic views of the World Heritage-listed Blue Mountains from the Scenic Cableway. The 545 metre journey gently descends into the Jamison Valley and also returns visitors to the top of the escarpment. The Cableway’s fully enclosed cabin provides a unique vantage point for viewing the Three Sisters, Orphan Rock, Mt Solitary and Katoomba Falls. Disembark at the bottom station to access the Scenic Walkway and stroll through 2.4 kilometres of Jurassic rainforest.
Scenic Walkway: Discover the tranquillity of ancient rainforest – or simply tire the kids out – strolling along our 2.4 kilometre Scenic Walkway. Brilliant in sunshine and even better in the rain, this elevated boardwalk immerses visitors in Jurassic rainforest on the Jamison Valley floor with minimal impact on the environment. Along the way, explore elements of the site’s coal mining history including the mine entrance, a replica miners’ hut and scale bronze sculpture of a miner and his pit pony. Learn about local flora, listen for the native lyre bird or taste pure Blue Mountains water straight from Marrangaroo Spring. Enjoy a peaceful moment in the open-air Rainforest Room, or on rest benches located along the route. Options for various walks taking ten minutes or a full hour are clearly signposted.
Lunch at a local restaurant.
Tour ends at Sydney Airport.
DAY 11 – Departure
Transfer to the airport accompanied by your local guide.
See the 16 day itinerary
DAY 1 – Arrival
Upon arrival at Sydney International Airport you will be met by the driver and transferred to your city accommodation.
Sydney - is one of the world’s most loved cities and it has a sunny and vibrant buzz that makes it the ultimate year round destination. Sydney's laid-back outdoor lifestyle and physical allure make it one of the world's top cities to visit and live in. The stunning harbour provides a dramatic backdrop for the city's famous icons – the Sydney Opera House and Sydney Harbour Bridge. There's a wide-ranging cultural life, a dynamic food scene and vibrant cityscape of outstanding contemporary and colonial architecture. Iconic beaches – most notably Bondi and Manly – and five major national parks deliver unforgettable outdoor experiences. Sydney extends north and south of the harbour in a golden chain of easy-to-reach beaches. You can spend an entire day on the beach as you swim in the surf, then eat and party at the shoreline restaurants and bars.
Accommodation: Pier One Sydney Harbour 5*, Waterside King Room, 2 Nights
Includes: 2 x Full Buffet Breakfast
DAY 2 – Sydney
Day at leisure.
Suggested optional activity, not included in costing:
Captain Cook Cruises Sydney – Seafood Buffet Lunch Cruise - Departs: No.6 Jetty Circular Quay at 12.30pm and disembark 2.20pm
Depart with Captain Cook Cruises from Circular Quay for a Seafood Buffet Lunch Cruise on Sydney Harbour including Sydney rock oysters, ocean king prawns; succulent baked fish and smoked salmon, along with a wide range of non-seafood and vegetarian items to satisfy every taste. After lunch you may like to wander up to the open top deck for some Sydney sunshine, a close up photograph of the Opera House as we slowly glide by, or to wave at the climbers as we cruise under the Sydney Harbour Bridge. Commentary provided.
DAY 3 – Hunter Valley, Sydney
Pick up at your hotel to go to the Hunter Valley. Full day touring in the Hunter Valley (Modern coach with toilet onboard - Maximum 10 hours per day).
Hunter Valley – The Hunter Valley is Australia’s oldest wine growing region where you’ll find more than 150 wineries producing world-class wines. It is also renowned for its fine dining, cooking schools, galleries, health spa retreats and golf courses. Here you can sample local cheeses, hand-made chocolates, charcuterie, dairy goods, sourdough breads and olive oils direct from the producers. After your epicurean indulgence, escape to the great outdoors with a game of golf, hot-air balloon or helicopter ride or shopping for antiques and local artworks in the region's many galleries.
Accommodation: Spicers Vineyards Estate 5*, King Spa Room, 2 Nights
Includes: 2 x Breakfast and wifi
DAY 4 – Hunter Valley, Sydney
Full day touring in the Hunter Valley (Modern coach with toilet onboard - Maximum 10 hours per day).
DAY 5 – Hunter Valley, Sydney - McLaren Vale, Adelaide
This morning, you will be picked up at your hotel Spicers Vineyards Estate and transferred to Sydney airport.
Arrival in Adelaide in the afternoon. Transfer from Adelaide airport to McLaren Vale.
McLaren Vale is home to sustainable wine growing, world-class wines and culinary experiences, as well as pristine natural attractions and unparalleled tourism offerings. South Australia's viticultural origins began in McLaren Vale and our region's Mediterranean climate continues to drive our region's wine style and diverse food culture.
Accommodation: Serafino Hotel 4* (in McLaren Vale), Resort Room, 1 night
Includes: 1 x Breakfast
DAY 6 – McLaren Vale - Barossa Valley
112 km drive, 1hr 50 minutes’ drive
Full day touring in McLaren Vale.
Late afternoon continue to Barossa Valley.
The Barossa Valley is a renowned wine-producing region northeast of Adelaide, in South Australia. The area encompasses towns such as Tanunda, Angaston and Nuriootpa, and an array of high-profile wineries offering tours and cellar-door tastings. Shiraz grapes are the local speciality. The stone cottages and Lutheran churches throughout the region are testament to a 19th-century wave of German settlers.
Accommodation: Novotel Barossa Valley Resort 4*, Combination of Studio King / Studio Twin Rooms 2 Nights
Includes: 2 x American Breakfast
DAY 7 – Barossa Valley
Enjoy a full day touring in the Barossa Valley.
DAY 8 – Barossa Valley / Adelaide airport / Launceston
This morning, you will be transferred from the Barossa Valley to Adelaide Airport.
Flight from Adelaide to Launceston with a layover in Melbourne.
Arrival at Launceston in the afternoon. Transfer from Launceston airport to your hotel.
Launceston - is Tasmania's second major city and a vibrant hub for food and wine, culture and nature. In fact, the whole region is jam-packed with city and country charm, gorgeous old towns, excellent food and wine and beautiful scenic highlights. One of Australia's oldest cities, Launceston has one of the best-preserved early cityscapes in Australia with its elegant Colonial and Victorian architecture and century-old parks. Just a short walk from the city centre, Cataract Gorge is a slice of wilderness right in the heart of town and Launceston's star natural attraction.
Accommodation: Peppers Seaport Hotel 4*, River View Studio, 2 Nights
Includes: 2 x Breakfast
DAY 9 – Launceston
Full day touring (8 hours maximum) in the vineyards in the region.
In the evening – Return transfers to restaurant in Launceston included.
DAY 10 – Launceston / Melbourne / Milawa
Pick up at your hotel and transfer to Launceston airport.
Pick up at Melbourne airport and transfer to Milawa.
Milawa: is a town in Victoria, Australia, located on Snow Road, 18 kilometres (11 mi) south-east of Wangaratta, in the Rural City of Wangaratta. At the 2011 census, Milawa and the surrounding area had a population of 592.[1] It is at the northern end of the King Valley wine region, between the King River to the west and Ovens River to the north (the meet in Wangaratta).Milawa is the hub of the Milawa Gourmet Region which offers a wide range of produce.The town is the home to the Brown Brothers vineyards, which have operated in the town since 1889. Milawa is also home to the Milawa Cheese Company and Milawa Mustards.
Accommodation: Lindenwarrah at Milawa 4*, Sunset View Rooms, 2 nights
Includes: 2 x Cooked Breakfast
DAY 11 – Milawa
Full Day touring in Milawa to discover the region.
DAY 12 – Yarra Valley
In the morning, you will leave Milawa to go to the famous Yarra Valley.
Yarra Valley – The Yarra Valley is approximately a one-hour drive north-east of Melbourne and is home to more than 80 wineries, ranging from small, family-owned operations to large estates. The region is renowned for producing Australia's finest pinot noir and sparkling wine, along with a range of other cool-climate wines. It was Victoria's first planted wine region back in 1838. The region is known for its fresh produce including freshwater salmon, trout and caviar, organically grown fruit and vegetables and handmade cheeses and preserves. Follow one of the many self-drive wine trails and fill your picnic hamper on the Yarra Valley Food Trail or at the many huge, fresh food markets.
Touring in the Yarra Valley. Drop off at the end of the afternoon at your accommodation.
Accommodation: Chateau Yering Historic House Hotel 5*, Mountain Suite, 2 Nights
Bed & Breakfast Package: including cooked breakfast.
DAY 13 – Yarra Valley
Full day touring in the Yarra Valley (Modern coach with toilet onboard - Maximum 10 hours per day).
DAY 14 – Yarra Valley / Melbourne
55 km – 1hr 15min drive
Pick up at your hotel in the morning and transfer to your hotel in Melbourne (Modern coach with toilet onboard).
Melbourne - Victoria's capital, Melbourne, sits on the Yarra River and around the shores of Port Phillip Bay. Lauded for its sense of style and elegance, Melbourne boasts glamorous festivals and events, Australia's best shopping, a lively passion for eating and drinking, and a flourishing interest in the arts. Restored and preserved nineteenth-century architecture, built following the discovery of gold, provides a heady reminder of a prosperous age, while beautifully tended parks and gardens present a therapeutic respite from the pace of city life.
Lunch at leisure.
Afternoon at leisure.
Accommodation: The Lyall Hotel & Spa 5*, Deluxe One Bedroom Suite, 2 nights
Includes: 2 x Full Breakfast
DAY 15 – Melbourne
Day at leisure in Melbourne.
DAY 16 – Departure
Transfer from your hotel to Melbourne airport for your flight back.
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