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DINNER IN MONTE CARLO, A VISIT TO CINQUE TERRE AND LUNCH WITH THE LOCALS IN TUSCANY – YOUR JOURNEY FROM MADRID'S ROYAL PALACE TO THE ANCIENT COLOSSEUM IN ROME IS DOTTED WITH MEMORABLE HIGHLIGHTS.

ARRIVE MADRID (2 NIGHTS) Settle into the passionate embrace of fi ery Madrid, your launch pad to an epic journey through Spain, France and Italy. Join your fellow travellers and Travel Director for a Welcome Reception and orientation drive past some of Madrid's most iconic sites. (WR) Hotel: AC Cuzco

MADRID SIGHTSEEING AND FREE TIME We join a 'Local Specialist' this morning for a sightseeing tour of the Spanish capital, during which we'll see the Royal Palace, the off icial residence of the Spanish royal family and the Cibeles Fountain. Enjoy an aft ernoon on your own, exploring the world's best collection of Spanish art at the Prado Museum. Or consider joining an Optional Experience to the imperial city of Toledo. (B)

MADRID – ZARAGOZA – BARCELONA (2 NIGHTS) Leave Europe's highest capital behind, bound for the Costa Dorada and the sun-kissed shores of Barcelona. We venture to the pretty banks of the Ebro River and to mystical Zaragoza, whose centuries of heritage have been shaped by the Romans, Moors and Christians. Continue to ‘Barca' and enjoy some time to recharge siesta style this evening or dive into the indelible sights, sounds and fl avours of this enchanting city on your free evening. (B) Hotel: Condal Mar

BARCELONA SIGHTSEEING AND FREE TIME Join your 'Local Specialist' this morning for a sightseeing tour, ascend Montjuïc to get your bearings and enjoy panoramic views of the city. See the monument to Christopher Columbus and vibrant Las Ramblas, before stopping at Antonio Gaudí's unfi nished masterpiece, La Sagrada Família . Enjoy the rest of your day at leisure or consider joining an Optional Experience to the hilltop monastery of Montserrat to see the mystical Black Madonna, the patron saint of Catalonia. (B)

BARCELONA – ARLES – AVIGNON We journey via the foothills of the Pyrenees into France. Stop in Arles, where Vincent van Gogh found inspiration for so many paintings. We arrive in the Provençal city of Avignon later this aft ernoon, where we'll view the Gothic Papal Palace and bridge made famous in the song – sur le pont d'Avignon . (B) Hotel: Novotel Centre

AVIGNON – PONT DU GARD – LOURMARIN – NICE (2 NIGHTS) Start the day with a visit to the UNESCO-listed Pont du Gard. Then, our journey takes us through the picture-perfect wheat and lavender fi elds of Provence, immortalised in the works of Van Gogh and Cézanne. We'll 'Dive Into Culture' in the Provençal town of Lourmarin, where you can shop for local produce such as wine, olive oil, herbes de Provenceand saff ron. This evening, we arrive in Nice, on the sun-kissed shores of the French Riviera. (B, ) Hotel: Novotel Centre Vieux

MONACO EXCURSION Kick back and enjoy a well-deserved morning at leisure on the glorious French Riviera. Soak up the holiday atmosphere or perhaps join an Optional Experience to the nearby hilltop town of Saint-Paul-de-Vence, one of the oldest medieval towns on the French Riviera. Later, visit the Principality of Monaco, where you will have an opportunity to view the cathedral where Prince Rainier and Grace Kelly were married. This evening, the glitz and glamour of Monte Carlo beckons and you'll join your new friends for a memorable dinner in sophisticated surrounds. (B, RD)

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ICONIC HIGHLIGHTS• SIGHTSEEING TOUR with a Local

Specialist in Madrid, Barcelona, Cinque Terre, Florence and Rome

• ORIENTATION of Arles, Avignon, Lourmarin, Monaco and Pisa

• VISIT Pont du Gard, the French Riviera, Piazza della Signoria in Florence and St. Peter's Basilica in Rome

• VIEW La Sagrada Família in Barcelona, the Papal Palace in Avignon, the Palace and Cathedral in Monaco, the Leaning Tower of Pisa, the Duomo and Ponte Vecchio in Florence and the Colosseum in Rome

• SEE the Royal Palace and Cibeles Fountain in Madrid, Las Ramblas in Barcelona, the Papal Palace in Avignon and the towns of Orvieto and Orte

GUEST REVIEW RATED: 4.4 /5

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13 DAYS 5 COUNTRIES 18 MEALS FROM US$3595 PP*

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Make A DifferenceBMG Be My Guest

ARRIVE MADRID (2 NIGHTS) Settle into the passionate embrace of fi ery Madrid, your launch pad to an epic journey through Spain, France and Italy. Join your fellow travellers and Travel Director for a Welcome Reception and orientation drive past some of Madrid's most iconic sites. (WR) Hotel: AC Cuzco

MADRID SIGHTSEEING AND FREE TIME We join a 'Local Specialist' this morning for a sightseeing tour of the Spanish capital, during which we'll see the Royal Palace, the off icial residence of the Spanish royal family and the Cibeles Fountain. Enjoy an aft ernoon on your own, exploring the world's best collection of Spanish art at the Prado Museum. Or consider joining an Optional Experience to the imperial city of Toledo. (B)

MADRID – ZARAGOZA – BARCELONA (2 NIGHTS) Leave Europe's highest capital behind, bound for the Costa Dorada and the sun-kissed shores of Barcelona. We venture to the pretty banks of the Ebro River and to mystical Zaragoza, whose centuries of heritage have been shaped by the Romans, Moors and Christians. Continue to ‘Barca' and enjoy some time to recharge siesta style this evening or dive into the indelible sights, sounds and fl avours of this enchanting city on your free evening. (B) Hotel: Condal Mar

BARCELONA SIGHTSEEING AND FREE TIME Join your 'Local Specialist' this morning for a sightseeing tour, ascend Montjuïc to get your bearings and enjoy panoramic views of the city. See the monument to Christopher Columbus and vibrant Las Ramblas, before stopping at Antonio Gaudí's unfi nished masterpiece, La Sagrada Família . Enjoy the rest of your day at leisure or consider joining an Optional Experience to the hilltop monastery of Montserrat to see the mystical Black Madonna, the patron saint of Catalonia. (B)

BARCELONA – ARLES – AVIGNON We journey via the foothills of the Pyrenees into France. Stop in Arles, where Vincent van Gogh found inspiration for so many paintings. We arrive in the Provençal city of Avignon later this aft ernoon, where we'll view the Gothic Papal Palace and bridge made famous in the song – sur le pont d'Avignon . (B) Hotel: Novotel Centre

AVIGNON – PONT DU GARD – LOURMARIN – NICE (2 NIGHTS) Start the day with a visit to the UNESCO-listed Pont du Gard. Then, our journey takes us through the picture-perfect wheat and lavender fi elds of Provence, immortalised in the works of Van Gogh and Cézanne. We'll 'Dive Into Culture' in the Provençal town of Lourmarin, where you can shop for local produce such as wine, olive oil, herbes de Provenceand saff ron. This evening, we arrive in Nice, on the sun-kissed shores of the French Riviera. (B, ) Hotel: Novotel Centre Vieux

MONACO EXCURSION Kick back and enjoy a well-deserved morning at leisure on the glorious French Riviera. Soak up the holiday atmosphere or perhaps join an Optional Experience to the nearby hilltop town of Saint-Paul-de-Vence, one of the oldest medieval towns on the French Riviera. Later, visit the Principality of Monaco, where you will have an opportunity to view the cathedral where Prince Rainier and Grace Kelly were married. This evening, the glitz and glamour of Monte Carlo beckons and you'll join your new friends for a memorable dinner in sophisticated surrounds. (B, RD)

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ICONIC HIGHLIGHTS• SIGHTSEEING TOUR with a Local

Specialist in Madrid, Barcelona, Cinque Terre, Florence and Rome

• ORIENTATION of Arles, Avignon, Lourmarin, Monaco and Pisa

• VISIT Pont du Gard, the French Riviera, Piazza della Signoria in Florence and St. Peter's Basilica in Rome

• VIEW La Sagrada Família in Barcelona, the Papal Palace in Avignon, the Palace and Cathedral in Monaco, the Leaning Tower of Pisa, the Duomo and Ponte Vecchio in Florence and the Colosseum in Rome

• SEE the Royal Palace and Cibeles Fountain in Madrid, Las Ramblas in Barcelona, the Papal Palace in Avignon and the towns of Orvieto and Orte

GUEST REVIEW RATED: 4.4 /5

NICE – CINQUE TERRE – PISA Cross the border into Italy to the dramatic UNESCO-listed Cinque Terre, a series of centuries-old seaside villages which cling impossibly to rugged cliff s that plunge into the Ligurian Sea. Later, we head to Pisa where tonight, you'll dine in your hotel. (B, D) Hotel: AC by Marriott

Explore Cinque Terre, on the Italian Riviera, with its sweeping vistas of the Ligurian coastline and centuries-old harbour towns where pastel-hued façades jostle for their spot in the sun.

PISA – FLORENCE (2 NIGHTS) View Pisa's Square of Miracles, where we'll see the famous Leaning Tower. Next, your introduction to Tuscany is an exclusive 'Be My Guest' lunch where you'll ‘Connect With Locals'over traditional fare and the legendary hospitality for which the region is renowned. Continue to the birthplace of the Renaissance where we'll dine at our hotel this evening. (B, BMG, D, ) Hotel: Grand Mediterraneo

FLORENCE SIGHTSEEING AND FREE TIME Join your 'Local Specialist' this morning for a sightseeing tour of magical Florence. View the multi-coloured Duomo and the 675-year-old Ponte Vecchio. Then, walk through what was once the political hub of the city, the Piazza della Signoria, a veritable open-air treasure trove featuring wonderful sculptures and palazzi . Spend the rest of the day on your own exploration of Florence's iconic and unexpected sights. (B)

FLORENCE – ROME (2 NIGHTS) Journey through the rolling hills of Tuscany and Umbria, past the hilltop villages of Orvieto and Orte, before arriving in Rome, the 'Eternal City' and our home for the next two nights. (B) Hotel: Crowne Plaza St. Peter’s

ROME SIGHTSEEING AND FREE TIME This morning, we'll visit the centre of Christianity and see the imposing St. Peter's Basilica, where Michelangelo's sorrowful Pietà has been admired by millions. We venture into Ancient Rome with a 'Local Specialist'and explore the remnants of Roman rule, enjoying views of the Colosseum and Circus Maximus. On your fi nal aft ernoon, enjoy some free time to indulge in la dolce vita . This evening marks the end of a magnifi cent journey through southern Europe. Join your fellow travellers and Travel Director for an unforgettable Farewell Dinner. (B, FD)

DEPART ROME For now it's a fond farewell to Rome and your newfound friends as your holiday through Spain, France and Italy comes to an end. Airport transfers are available. Conditions apply. (B)

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YOUR HOLIDAY PLANNER

HANDCRAFTED HIGHLIGHTSHere’s just a sample of the many special Trafalgar highlights included in your trip.

CONNECT WITH LOCALS The Pazzi and de Medici feud is brought to light in this visit to the 12 th century Castle of Trebbio where you will enjoy a traditional Tuscan 'Be My Guest' buff et, explore the cellars, and indulge in olive oil and wine tasting. ( Day 9 )

DIVE INTO CULTURE Explore the Provençal market in the town of Lourmarin which contains produce and treasures from local regions. ( Day 6 )

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TRAVEL STYLE

Connect With Locals

KP Kick Off Party B Breakfast

Stays With StoriesL LunchD Dinner

Dive Into Culture

RD Regional DinnerFD Farewell Dinner

Make A Difference

Family FunBMG Be My Guest

Single Supplement (add to price above): US$990 PP

PAY EARLY SAVINGS SAVE UP TO US$365 PP

OTHER GREAT SAVINGS

1. Young Traveller Savings SAVE US$360

2. Multi Trip Savings SAVE UP TO US$91

3. Triple Share Savings SAVE UP TO US$140 PP

4. VIT (Very Important Traveller) Benefi ts for past guests

MORE ABOUT YOUR TRIP * All prices are per person, twin share.

Airport Transfer: Transfers arriving at Madrid Airport will operate at 10.30am, 1pm and 3.30pm. Guests arriving later should make their own way to the fi rst hotel. Hotel transfers from the last hotel will arrive at Rome Fiumicino Airport at 7am and 9.30am.

Gratuities: Option to pre-pay gratuities for Travel Director and Driver, US$122 per person.

Drinking Water: Tap water is safe to drink in all of the destinations on this trip. Please remember to bring a water bottle.

Trip code: SPRO

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