12 Days / 11 Nights
United Kingdom | France | Switzerland | Liechtenstein | Austria | Italy
Price
USD 2200
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A whirlwind visit to the heart of Europe, home to one of the most nourishing and richest of cultures. A world of chateaux and champagne, gondolas and gypsy violins. You will enjoy moments of pure joy as you travel from one city to the next. Ancient ruins, medieval towns... READ MORE...
A whirlwind visit to the heart of Europe, home to one of the most nourishing and richest of cultures. A world of chateaux and champagne, gondolas and gypsy violins. You will enjoy moments of pure joy as you travel from one city to the next. Ancient ruins, medieval towns and snow-capped mountains, countries without borders, a diversity of landscape and culture that no other continent can match. Your southern journey takes you via the Europa Bridge and the Brenner Pass to Italy.
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All 'must see' sights covered
Easy travelling, smooth sailing - On a Cox & Kings holiday you can just relax and we'll take care of everything.
Easy travelling, smooth sailing - On a Cox & Kings holiday you can just relax and we'll take care of everything.
First Class service - From location, service, to ambience, every detail is looked into, to ensure that your stay is an enjoyable one.
A Friend in need - Our Tour Manager Indeed - Our Tour Manager will at once make you feel at home. He'll show you the sights, guide you and take care of any problem, small or big!
Great Meals - Stimulate your palate with a wide array of Indian dishes carefully selected and flavoured with authentic ingredients and spices.
Sightseeing that takes your breath away - Enjoy the scenic journey through Europe with its ever changing landscape - from bustling cosmopolitan cities to tranquil lakes and alpine mountains. We offer a terrific holiday value that's impossible to match!
Fabulous optionals, Great prices - You can design the holidays of your choice from the plethora of options before you.
Ride on the London Eye
Visit Madame Tussauds Wax Museum
Enjoy views of Paris from River Seine Cruise
See the world famous Lido Show and followed by an illumination tour of the 'City of Lights'
Meet Mickey and Minnie at Euro Disney Park
Visit the exclusive Mt. Cox & Kings with Gala dinner in Switzerland
Visit Glacier 3000 - one of the most beautiful Alpine peaks
Be dazzled in Swarovski Crystal Worlds
Wander through Venice - the lagoon city
Explore Vatican City with visit to St. Peter's Basilica
Welcome to your 'Cox & Kings - European Whirl' tour.
On arrival in London, post immigration and customs, proceed to the hotel (check-in after 1400 hours).
Note: Transfers would be on your own arrangements.
Cox & Kings takes care to schedule your sightseeing only the next day so that you can relax after your long flight and get over your jetlag.
Overnight in London.
( Indian dinner at the hotel )
London
Live history through a guided panoramic highlight city tour of London. Get acquainted with some of London's iconic landmarks like the Tower Bridge, Tower of London, and the River Thames. Continue your tour to Hyde Park, Big Ben, Westminster Palace, Westminster Abbey, St. Paul's Cathedral, London Eye, the famous Piccadilly Circus, Nelson's Column at Trafalgar Square followed by the majesty of Buckingham Palace which is the Queen's official residence. Enjoy watching the Changing of the Guard (on days when this takes place).
Feel the thrill, as you ride the London Eye, the world's fourth tallest Ferris wheel. Enjoy views of London during the gradual 30-minutes flight.
Next you have a date with over 400 celebrities at Madame Tussauds Wax Museum, the world's largest exhibition of life like wax models. Take a photograph with Amitabh Bachchan and other renowned celebrities.
Enjoy some leisure time at Oxford Street (time permitting) and then reunite in the evening at a pre-appointed time and place as informed by your tour manager.
Overnight in London.
( Breakfast at the hotel, lunch at an Indian restaurant and Indian dinner at the hotel )
London - Paris
Today, proceed to Folkstone to cross the English Channel through the Eurotunnel or drive to Dover to take the ferry and arrive in Calais. Drive through beautiful landscapes to Paris, the 'City of Lights'.
On arrival, check-in to your hotel.
Later this evening, after an early dinner, proceed for 'A Gala Evening in Paris' to experience the joie de vivre of 'Gaie Paris'.
This enchanted evening unfolds with a cruise on the River Seine, sailing under old and beautiful bridges, admiring illuminated monuments as you glide by True bliss! We stretch the night for you with an Illumination tour, driving past spectacularly lit landmarks of Paris. It's magic!
Sparkle over a glass of champagne and enjoy the world famous Lido Show with extraordinary sets and extravagant costumes.
Overnight in Paris.
( Breakfast at the hotel, Packed lunch from an Indian restaurant and Dinner at an Indian restaurant )
Paris
Today, proceed to Euro Disney! Unleash the child in you for a fun filled excursion! Thrilling rides, favorite Disney characters and incredible shows makes it a complete family attraction.
Note: Your park ticket gives you the option of entering either Euro Disney Park or Walt Disney Studios.
The Euro Disney Park is divided into Frontier land, Adventure land, Fantasyland, and Discovery land which are the four magical themed lands and the ever famous Main Street USA. Thrilling rides, incredible shows, parades, fantasy and excitement guarantees non-stop fun and action. Fairytales come to life here. Thrills are available in all sizes and shapes. Big thrills such as Space Mountain Mission 2, Indiana Jones, Big Thunder Mountain, takes you to the edge of the universe and little ones, where you can sail around the world with 'It's a small small world'.
Family fun is around every corner, from Pirates of the Caribbean to the Mad Hatter's Tea Cups. Favourite Disney characters are waiting to meet you. You can 'Hello' Pooh, 'Howdy' Goofy and meet Mickey and Minnie. Do not forget to take a snapshot with one of your favourite Disney characters! Say 'Cheese' and get a photograph accompanied by a hug and an autograph.
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Discover the magical world of cinema and television at Walt Disney Studios where a behind the scenes destination sensation awaits you. Experience movie magic and cinema sets coming to life through cinemagical 'lots', featuring thrilling attractions and spectacular shows with your dreams centre-stage allowing your 'screendreams' to come true! Make your big screen debut at Toon Studio or Production Courtyard.
Then, enjoy a guided panoramic highlight city tour visiting famous monuments like the Pyramid of the Louvre, Garnier's Opera, the largest opera theatre in the world, the River Seine, the Place de la Concorde - the site of the infamous guillotine, the Champs Elysees - one of the most fashionable streets in the world, the Napoleanic Arc de Triomphe and the Hotel des Invalides.
End the day taking in the dazzling overview of the glittering city as you ascend by an elevator to the 2nd level of the Eiffel Tower!
Overnight in Paris.
( Breakfast at the hotel and dinner at an Indian restaurant )
Paris - Switzerland
Today, after an early breakfast, drive to Geneva, one of Switzerland's most privileged cities, said to have the second highest quality of living in the world!
We begin the visit with a drive to the Palais des Nations (the European Headquarters of the United Nations) and the Musée Ariana. Be awestruck by the great white plume of the world's tallest fountain in Europe - the magnificent Jet d'Eau and pause for a photograph here and at the beautiful floral clock in the Jardin Anglais!
Exclusive entertainment is lined up for you. A mountain that's all yours! We make sure that ultimate fantasy comes true with Mt. Cox & Kings so exclusive, that it's only for you! Getting there is half the fun! Wind your way uphill in a cable car, (weather permitting) with a panoramic 360 degree view. That's not all! We top it with disco dancing and a sumptuous dinner! Yes, with Cox & Kings, you're constantly on a high!
(Note: In the event of bad weather or the cable car not being operational, a gala dinner will be organised instead at an alternate location)
Later, proceed to your hotel and check-in.
Overnight in Leysin.
( Breakfast at the hotel, packed lunch from an Indian restaurant and Gala dinner at Mt. Cox & Kings )
Switzerland
The day is at leisure for independent activities. You can also enjoy an optional excursion to Jungfrau, the 'Top of Europe', a wonderful world of glaciers and eternal ice.
Overnight in Leysin.
( Breakfast and Indian dinner at the hotel )
Switzerland
Glacier 3000 awaits! An everlasting snow mountain, offering panoramic views of the most beautiful summits of the Alps. Ascent by cable car to Scex Rouge (2971m).
A special adrenaline kick with a wild ride on the Alpine Coaster (weather permitting), the world's highest bobsleigh track. You can cruise along at approx. 40 km/hour and with the brakes you determine how fast you want to go. The ultimate highlight is the 520-degree loop, followed by 10 curves, 6 waves, 3 jumps and 2 bridges.
The View Point (stairs) located directly behind the restaurant Botta 3000 has a 360-degree view that includes some of the most beautiful alpine peaks - from the Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau to the Matterhorn and the 107 meters Peak Walk along a suspension bridge. Later, proceed to the Ice Express to ride the snow bus over the glacier. Enjoy a hot buffet lunch and return to Col du Pillion.
Then, visit the popular holiday resort of Interlaken, cradled cozily between the beautiful lakes of Brienz and Thun, where even today you see horse-drawn carriages. You will have your first encounter with the marvels of Swiss shopping. Most visitors take home two things - memories of a beautiful country and a Swiss watch. Next to a virtually unlimited selection of watches and jewellery, every store carries gifts and souvenirs, priced for every pocket.
Continue to your hotel and check-in.
Overnight in Central Switzerland.
( Breakfast at the hotel, Indian lunch at Glacier 3000 and Indian dinner at the hotel )
Central Switzerland - Innsbruck
Today, proceed on to Lucerne which consists picturesque mountains, lakes, cowbells, alpine villages and meadows, the poignant Lion Monument, the covered wooden Kapellbrücke (chapel bridge), and the ornate Jesuit Church. You will have another encounter with the marvels of Swiss shopping.
Next, your drive today takes you to the Principality of Liechtenstein and a stop at Vaduz - the capital, famous for postage stamps.
Then, transfer to Austria. En route, halt at the internationally renowned Swarovski Crystal Worlds in Wattens, and prepare to be dazzled at the 'Chambers of Wonder'! In a wondrous blue hall dominated by a Unicum- a wall of crystal, you see the world's biggest crystal and it's smallest! Over 7 million people from all corners of the globe have already been thrilled by the Swarovski experience - now you are one of them!
Continue a scenic drive to Innsbruck. Located on the Inn River, Innsbruck is one of Europe's most beautiful and lively cities. Being an international centre for winter sports, it has hosted the Winter Olympics twice! The orientation tour introduces you to its world famous sights. View the Golden Roof or 'Goldenes Dachl', an ornate Gothic balcony erected by the Emperor Maximilian I in the 15th century, decorated with gold painted copper shingles. Next, walk to the Imperial Church followed by the 'Hofburg' or Imperial Palace. This capital of the Alps, has a history of 800 years!
Later, check-in to the hotel.
Overnight in Innsbruck.
( Breakfast at the hotel, lunch at an Indian restaurant and Indian dinner at the hotel )
Innsbruck - Padova
Today, your journey takes you on a drive past quaint villages, medieval castles, fruit orchards and cutting across the fertile Adriatic Plains, to the magical lagoon city of Venice. Nothing prepares you for the captivating city of canals and palaces - Venice is simply unique! Built on 117 small islands, it is a pedestrian's city, so get set for a walking tour.
Cruise from Tronchetto Pier and glide romantically past fairytale palaces, through incredible miniature canals to the Piazza San Marco (St. Marks Square), where you disembark. Napoleon dubbed the Square the 'finest drawing room in Europe' for its constant carnival atmosphere! Witness the bronze Moors striking the hour, as they have been doing for the past 500 years! From there to the Doge's Palace, connected by the 'Bridge of Sighs' to its prisons. It was from here that the legendary lover Casanova made his famous escape!
End this exciting tour with a brief visit to a Murano Glass Showroom (when open) for a demonstration in glass blowing. It was on the island of Murano that glass was first made in Europe and hand blown Venetian glass is world famous.
Relish a sumptuous dinner on the return cruise to Tronchetto Pier.
Continue to your hotel and check-in. Overnight in Padova.
( Breakfast at the hotel, lunch at an Indian restaurant and dinner on board the cruise )
Padova - Tuscany
Drive across the Apennine Mountains, along the Brenta River past Bologna, to Pisa - the hometown of Galileo and a city, which makes the most of its claim to fame from its Leaning Tower! It has leaned almost since construction first started, due to the swampy soil beneath it. During a photo stop here, note its striking beauty along with its characteristic tilt.
Continue to Florence, a shrine to the wonders of the Renaissance, with more artistic treasures per square metre than any other city in the world! Included in your guided walking tour of Florence is a visit to the remarkable Duomo (when open for visitors), which is the fourth largest cathedral in the world. Besides it is the 'Gate to Paradise' - the heavenly gilded bronze doors of the Baptistery, originally a pagan temple and an open-air gallery in Signoria Square. Walk on the famous Ponte Vecchio, the oldest surviving bridge in the city. After all this exercise, add to the feel good factor. It's time to indulge yourself with some more works of art - genuine Florentine leather bags and souvenirs! Happy shopping! Then, drive to the magical Piazzale Michelangelo for a view of the city.
After an exciting tour, drive through a stretch of olive groves and vineyards to the Tuscany region where on arrival you will be checked in to your hotel.
Overnight in Arezzo.
( Breakfast at the hotel, lunch at an Indian restaurant and Indian dinner at the hotel )
Arezzo
'Rome was not built in a day'- the truth of this oft quoted adage hits you with full force, as we pack in all the 'must see' agenda into our guided panoramic highlight city tour! According to legend, Rome was founded by Romulus and Remus in 753 BC.
Start your guided introduction to Rome with a journey to The Vatican, the smallest nation in the world! It boasts a priceless art collection and is probably per square foot the richest country in the world! The most famous square of The Vatican is St. Peter's Square with St. Peter's Basilica, one of the largest churches in the world. Gaze in awe at Michelangelo's Pieta.
Continue your tour driving past the triumphal Arch of Constantine, one of the most important commemorative monuments of antiquity and then drive through Piazza Venezia, where the grandiose monument to the reunification of Italy is often referred to as the Marble wedding cake! Pass the Circus Maximus - the Hippodrome - known for its ancient chariot races, which was reconstructed by Hollywood for the well known movie 'Ben Hur'!
Pay tribute to the brave Gladiators of Rome. At this amphitheatre, the notorious and gory gladiatorial games were held, where they fought one another and wild animals while the crowd roared! Pass the ruins of the Roman Forum and end the tour at the famous Trevi Fountain. Legend has it, that if you make a wish and toss a coin over your left shoulder into the fountain, you are sure to return to Rome! We at Cox & Kings look forward to that!
After an exciting tour, relax and enjoy your return drive to the hotel.
Note: Due to Rome city regulations, certain roads may be off limits for long distance coaches. This may result in the Rome sightseeing being done partly by foot / public transport.
Overnight in Arezzo.
( Breakfast at the hotel, lunch at an Indian restaurant and Indian dinner at the hotel )
Homeward Bound
Good times need never end! As you get ready for the airport and your flight back home (transfers would be on your own arrangements), relive the high points of your 'Cox & Kings - European Whirl' tour. We are confident you will join us again sometime soon....
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Note: - This tour may run with an altered flow due to operational constraints.
( Breakfast, either at the hotel or on board the flight )
