DAY 1, Thursday - Depart for France
Depart for France
DAY 2, Friday - Arrive in Paris
Arrive in Paris, the capital of France, and transfer to your hotel. Most flights arrive in the early morning, and your room may not be ready for you. In this case, leave your luggage with the concierge and your Tour Manager will provide suggestions for you to begin to explore the city on your own. Your tour will begin with an orientation meeting with your Tour Manager at approximately 6 PM, followed by dinner. We recommend that you select flights which arrive no later than 4 PM
Overnight: Paris
Meals: Dinner
DAY 3, Saturday - Paris City Tour
Drive along the impressive Champs Elysees to the Arc de Triomphe, Concorde Square, and the iconic Eiffel Tower, a symbol of Paris. Continue to the celebrated Rive Gauche, the lively Left Bank, home to the artistic community of Montparnasse. View the Latin Quarter and pass the colorful Luxembourg Gardens, set around the Luxembourg Palace. The afternoon is free to explore Paris at your own pace
Overnight: Paris
Meals: Breakfast
DAY 4, Sunday - Full Day in Paris
Spend the day at leisure, or join the optional tour to Versailles. Visit the Palace of Versailles, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, to experience the splendor of French classical architecture. Step inside the sumptuous palace and visit the extravagant State Apartments, including a guided visit to the Reception Halls, the Royal Bedroom, and the Hall of Mirrors. You will also have free time to walk the palace grounds and formal gardens, designed by Andre le Notre. Dinner tonight is at the hotel
Optional: Palace of Versailles
Overnight: Paris
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
DAY 5, Monday - Chocolate Demonstration & Tasting, Eiffel Tower
This morning, visit a gourmet chocolate museum, and discover 4,000 years of cocoa and chocolate history. Explore exhibits that trace the journey of chocolate from its origins with the ancient Mayas and Aztecs to its evolution in Europe as a beloved delicacy. Learn about chocolate-making techniques and view historical tools and machinery. Conclude with tastings of a variety of French chocolates. Savor classic French dishes for lunch, then head to the Eiffel Tower, one of the world's most recognized landmarks. Ascend to its viewing platforms and admire stunning views of Paris. Gain insight into the tower's history, its construction for the 1889 Exposition Universelle, and its status as a symbol of French innovation
Overnight: Paris
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
DAY 6, Tuesday - Eurostar High-Speed Train to London, Decker Tour of London
Board the high-speed Eurostar train at Paris Gare du Nord station for your trip to cosmopolitan London via the Chunnel, a 31-mile-long underwater tunnel. Upon arrival in St Pancras International Station, set out on a private open-top bus panoramic tour of the city, taking in sweeping views of the capital's most famous sights while your guide brings its history and landmarks to life. Tonight, have dinner at the hotel
Overnight: London
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
DAY 7, Wednesday - London Eye, Afternoon Tea
Step aboard the London Eye for a leisurely 30-minute ride high above the River Thames. From your spacious glass capsule, marvel at the breathtaking 360-degree panoramic views of London's skyline, including the Houses of Parliament, Big Ben, Westminster Abbey, St. Paul's Cathedral, and Buckingham Palace. Later, experience a traditional afternoon tea, a quintessential British tradition. Enjoy a delectable array of finger sandwiches, sweet and savory pastries, scones, and cakes, accompanied by your choice of fine teas
Overnight: London
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
DAY 8, Thursday - Full Day in London
Today is free to discover London at your own pace. Perhaps, participate in the optional Full Day Stonehenge & Bath. Travel to the circles of Stonehenge. Located in the middle of Salisbury Plain, Stonehenge is unique among stone circles, and its construction still defies belief. The first stone was placed here 5000 years ago, and the structure was finally completed 1400 years later. Continue to Bath's Georgian Crescents to find elegant stone buildings with terraces, crescents, and graceful squares. Visit the original 2000-year-old Roman Baths and Georgian Pump Room with its natural mineral water. Return to London in the afternoon
Optional: Full Day Stonehenge & Bath
Overnight: London
Meals: Breakfast
DAY 9, Friday - Thames River Cruise, Tower of London
Your day of exploration begins with a cruise on the Thames. Expert narrators share authentic stories of the Tower of London, St. Paul's Cathedral, Westminster, and the London Eye as you glide past these famous sights and take in views of London's skyline from the water. Afterward, tour the historic Tower of London, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Wander its storied grounds, see the dazzling Crown Jewels, and discover centuries of royal intrigue. During your visit, enjoy a special meet-and greet with a Yeoman Warder (Beefeater), who will share tales and personal insights into life within the Tower. Tonight, at dinner, bid farewell to your Tour Manager
Overnight: London
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
DAY 10, Saturday - Depart England
Transfer to the airport for your departure flight
Meals: Breakfast
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