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2010 - 29 August - 4 OctoberA SPECTACULAR INTERLUDE IN EUROPE35 days to visit some of the most amazing destinations and scenery in Europe
Tour Overview Following two nights in the eternal city of Rome we board our comfy mini buses and begin our no-rush exploration of some of the most scenic countryside in the world. We will leisurely visit and explore many exciting and historic European villages and cities and enjoy relaxing picnics along the way. Our first stay out of Rome is the beautiful medieval hill-top town of Cortona (of Under the Tuscan Sun fame). The overnight ferry from Ancona Italy takes us across the Adriatic Sea to Split Croatia. We explore Plitvicki Lakes a favourite with Interlude travelers with good reason. It is one of the most breathtakingly beautiful spots set in a World Heritage National Park. Words cannot describe this utterly un-spoilt valley situated between high forested mountains in which lies, one below another, a string of sixteen beautiful lakes of crystal blue-green colour. Onto Budapest Hungary via Keszthely on the shores of Lake Balaton, Europe's largest freshwater lake. Three nights in Budapest and so much to see before we continue our journey to Mozart's city, Vienna. Then discover the fascinating history of Prague, the unspoilt ancient capital of the Czech Republic. Now a stay with a difference, in the picturesque farm community of Acharting Austria (9km from Salzburg) to indulge in the warm hospitality and delicious cuisine in a wonderful family run hotel. This will be our base to venture into Salzburg city, visit Hitler's Eagles Nest (weather permitting), Berchtesgaden and the intriguing Salt Mines where one can walk underground into Germany. Marvel at the immense natural beauty of the small Slovenian lakeside village Bled favoured by the medieval kings of Slovenia. Bled, together with its surroundings, ranks among the most beautiful and romantic alpine resorts Back to Italy starting with two nights in Mestre Venice; perfect for the 'first-timers to discover Venice and for those who wish to return and rekindle the memories of this unique city. A short drive to Historic Verona and all it's glory, remarkable for its rich Romanesque and Gothic architecture and of course not to be missed, Juliet's house and balcony. We move along to the charming and elegant Italian lakeside village Stresa on Lake Maggiore before we venture to the Swiss Alps and Zermatt. Here the amazing cogged railway can take you to the lower slopes of the magnificent Matterhorn to be stunned by a different kind of breathtaking scenery . The large image on our home page was taken from this slope. Onto Colmar France, bordering Germany, where churches, cloisters, half-timbered houses, balconies, facades from the Renaissance give Colmar a very special and charming city center to meander. No visit to France is complete without a stay in the famous Champagne region. Our guided tour and tasting in the world's largest champagne house of Mot and Chandon founded in 1743 in Epernay is extra special. Our final stay before our tour ends in Paris, is Pronne in the Somme. A time for reflection as we visit the Historic de la Grande Guerre or WW1 war museum, meander through the now peaceful and scenic countryside to the imposing grounds of the Australian National War Memorial and war graves. See the legendary school in the village of Viliers Bretonneux with close links to Victoria and the stirring Australian War Museum attached to the school. After 2 nights in Paris the City of Light, it is time to return home loaded with many priceless memories and images of wonderful places and fascinating people you have met over the past five weeks, or you may choose to continue your travels independently. Here is the route map to whet your travel appetite
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OPTIONAL - 7 DAY INSIDE PASSAGE17 - 24 September 2011 This cruise goes from Vancouver to Vancouver. Ports of call offering shore excursions in Juneau Alaska, Skagway Alaska and Ketchikan Alaska. See Tracy Arm, Glacier Bay.
OPTIONAL - NEW YORK CITY18 - 25 October 2011 Fly to New York City for 4 nights.This will be free time for personal exploration of this exciting city staying in a perfectly located hotel near Times Square. Return to Canada from New York City by Ambrak rail to Toronto for 2 nights. Fly Toronto to Sydney
Louisbourg Fortress
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AN INTERLUDE IN CANADA 2011 - 28 days to experience the very best of amazing Canada.The itinerary for our INTERLUDE IN CANADA 2011 tour differs to our typical Interlude Tours formula in two ways: Firstly we are offering two optional add-on mini ventures .... a 7 day inside passage cruise before our Interlude tour and 5 days in new york City at the end of the tour. Secondly, to travel the vast distances in Canada comfortably, we have integrated various means of transport - ferry, rail,coach and domestic air. TOUR OVERVIEW - 24 September- 21 October 2011We fly into Vancouver and begin our Interlude tour in beautiful historic Victoria on Vancouver Island, the home of the magnificent Royal Victorian Butchart Gardens. Following 2 nights in cosmopolitan Vancouver, we begin our breathtaking rail journey on the legendary Rocky Mountaineer Sea to Sky to overnight in the gorgeous resort town of Whistler. Our rail journey continues through spectacular and varied scenery; river canyons and farmlands of Pemberton Valley, Fraser Canyon and ranch lands of Cariboo plateau to follow the banks of the Fraser River to overnight in Quesnel. Still following the Fraser River, our journey continues eastward toward the majestic Canadian Rockies and Jasper National Park, travelling through the forests of northern British Columbia, past Mount Robson, the highest peak in the Canadian Rockies to Jasper in Alberta province. Our coach travel begins along the renowned Icefields Parkway with thrilling views of stunning peaks, mountain lakes, ancient glaciers and lake Louise. Our stay is in the spectacular Banff Springs Hotel for 2 nights. Flying out of Calgary, we land in the French Canadian city of Montreal styaing 3 nights. Enough time to stroll historic Old Montreal, the Old Port, venture underground to the 33km pedestrian network and visit the unique Montreal neighbourhoods. Journey on to the UNESCO World Herigage site Quebec City via the efficient Canadian rail system, Via rail. One of a kind, Quebec City is the only walled city on the continent north of Mexico. There are many hidden treasure to discover in the historic city, the most famous being the imposing Chateau Frontenac perched atop a cliff that looks down on St Lawrence River. Quebec City is like old world Europe in North America and its inhabitants are proud to share it with visitors. An overnight train journey will take us from Quebec City to disembark in Sackville, New brunswick. From here we travel by coach over the 13km Confederation Bridge to PEI (Prince Edward Island).During ou time in PEI, we will visit Anne of Green Gables Museum and historic Charlottetown. The following six days will be spent touring and visitng the major attractions of Nova Scotia. The highlights include the fascinating Alexander Graham Bell National Historic Museum, going back in time at Louisbourg Fortress, driving the picturesque world famous Cabot Trail in Cape Breton Highlands National Park of Canada, Uniacke Estate, Halifax, Lunenburg and Peggy's cove. Depart Halifax by air to Toronto where our Interlude tour ends after 2 nights here, when we board our return flight to Sydney. THE COST of this tour will be announced as soon as we finalize our negotiations with various Canadian suppliers. We expect it to be under $15000 per person twin share including economy international and domestic airfares. Both OPTIONAL ADD-ON mini-ventures will be priced separately.
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