Great European 2009
Day 1- London - Paris (2 nights)
We drive to Dover for our Channel crossing to France, where we join our coach and drive across World War I Battlefields to Paris. Tonight, enjoy a Welcome Drink with your Tour Director and fellow travellers.
Hotel: Renaissance la Defense (2 nights)
Day 2- Paris sightseeing & at leisure
Morning sightseeing includes an ascent to the second level of the Eiffel Tower, a drive along the Champs Elysees to the Arc de Triomphe and Notre Dame Cathedral. Then time at leisure to shop or explore. (Buffet Breakfast)
Day 3- Paris – Chartres – Bordeaux
Our first stop is at Chartres, renowned for its Cathedral's windows. Then we continue on to the Loire at Tours and the wine-region of Bordeaux for the night. (Buffet Breakfast / Dinner)
Hotel: Mercure Meriadeck Centre
Day 4- Bordeaux – Lourdes
Through the vineyards of Sauternes and Graves to Lourdes where we see the basilica on top of St. Bernadette's grotto. Why not join the torchlit procession to the basilica this evening? (Buffet Breakfast / Dinner)
Hotel: Mercure Imperial
Day 5- Lourdes – Pau – Biarritz – Burgos
After breakfast, we head to medieval Pau, then on to seaside Biarritz. Then into Spain and El Cid's Burgos with its gothic Cathedral. This evening, dinner will be served at our hotel. (Buffet Breakfast / Dinner)
Hotel: Puerta de Burgos
Day 6- Burgos - Madrid (2 nights)
Our morning drive takes us across the Sierra de Guadarrama to Madrid. This afternoon we enjoy a guided tour of the Prado Museum, Spain’s greatest art gallery. (Buffet Breakfast)
Hotel: Holiday Inn (2 nights)
Day 7- Madrid sightseeing & at leisure
Our morning sightseeing tour continues, seeing the Royal Palace and Plaza de España. Then time at leisure with the chance to take an optional excursion to the 'Valley of the Fallen'. (Buffet Breakfast)
Day 8- Madrid - Barcelona (2 nights)
We pass Guadalajara and through the Gorges of Jalon into Aragon province. We see the ruins of the Castle of Somayen en route to Barcelona where tonight we enjoy dinner in a typical restaurant. (Buffet Breakfast / Highlight Dinner)
Hotel: Abba Sants (2 nights)
Day 9- Barcelona sightseeing & at leisure
The old Cathedral and art nouveau fantasies of Gaudi highlight our sightseeing tour. Tonight, why not experience the passion of a fiery flamenco show. (Buffet Breakfast)
Day 10- Barcelona – Cannes – Nice (2 nights)
Our morning drive takes us into France along the coast via fashionable Cannes and on to Nice, capital of the Cote d’Azur. Dinner is at a typical French restaurant this evening. (Buffet Breakfast / Highlight Dinner)
Hotel: NH Hotel (2 nights)
Day 11- Nice – Monaco & Perfumery Excursion
Today we drive to the Principality of Monaco where we see the Palace of the Grimaldis and the Cathedral where Princess Grace is buried. Today our Tour Director will share a surprising Hidden Treasure with us! Later, we will visit a perfumery before returning to Nice with time at leisure. (Buffet Breakfast)
Day 12- Nice – Pisa – Montecatini
After breakfast this morning we drive past Genoa, Columbus' birthplace, before arriving in Pisa to view the incredible Leaning Tower. Then on to the popular spa town of Montecatini for the night. (Buffet Breakfast / Dinner)
Hotel: Croce di Malta
Day 13- Montecatini – Florence – Assisi
Today we drive to Florence where our guided walking tour, using our effective audio system, features the Cathedral and Baptistery and visits Santa Croce Basilica, Signoria Square and the Academy of Fine Arts to see Michelangelo's statue of 'David'. Then time at leisure to explore or shop before driving up to Piazzale Michelangelo for stunning views of the city. Finally, across the Tuscan and Umbrian hills to Assisi. (Buffet Breakfast / Dinner)
Hotel: Windsor Savoia
Day 14- Assisi – Pompeii – Sorrento
Orientation of this peaceful town shows us the Basilica of St. Francis and the Church of Santa Maria degli Angeli. Next, past the Abbey of Monte Cassino before a walking tour of Pompeii enhanced by the use of our audio equipment and brought to life again by our local guide! Finally, on to our hotel in Sorrento. (Buffet Breakfast / Dinner)
Hotel: Johanna Park
Day 15- Sorrento – Isle of Capri – Rome (2 nights)
We enjoy a trip to the enchanting Isle of Capri, where a guided walking tour using audio equipment takes in the Piazzetta and views over the Faraglioni rocks. Enjoy time on your own before we cruise to Naples and continue our journey to the 'Eternal City', Rome. (Buffet Breakfast)
Hotel: Jolly Leonardo da Vinci (2 nights)
Day 16- Rome sightseeing & at leisure
Morning sightseeing with an included audio system, will feature a visit to St. Peter's Basilica in the Vatican and views of the Forum, the mighty Colosseum. and the Circus Maximus where chariot races used to take place. Then time is your own to do as you please. Why not visit the Sistine Chapel? (Buffet Breakfast)
Day 17- Rome – Venice (Lido) (2 nights)
Today we drive past hilltop towns into the Apennine Mountains. Then via Bologna and past Padua to cruise to the Lido – part of the floating city of Venice, where we spend the next two nights. (Buffet Breakfast / Dinner)
Hotel: Petit Palais (2 nights)
Day 18- Venice sightseeing & at leisure
Savour this Byzantine jewel on a canal cruise by private launch to St. Mark's Square, viewing the Bridge of Sighs. After a visit to a glass-blowing factory, time is your own to explore or take a Lagoon cruise. (Buffet Breakfast / Dinner)
Day 19- Venice (Lido) – Vienna (2 nights)
The Carnic Alps herald the Austrian border and Lake District. We travel across the great Alpine highways en route to the Danube Plains and Imperial Vienna for two nights. (Buffet Breakfast)
Hotel: Renaissance (2 nights)
Day 20- Vienna sightseeing & at leisure
Our sightseeing tour shows us the Opera, the Hofburg, Stadtpark, Parliament and Imperial Boulevards. The rest of the day is at leisure. (Buffet Breakfast)
Day 21- Vienna – Salzburg
Through the Danube Valley past the Abbey of Melk and Dürnstein castle before arriving in Salzburg. A guided walking tour shows us Mozart's birthplace and scenes from "The Sound of Music". Tonight we enjoy dinner in a typical restaurant. (Buffet Breakfast / Highlight Dinner)
Hotel: CD Hotel
Day 22- Salzburg – Innsbruck – Oberammergau
First to mountain ringed Innsbruck for an orientation tour, then onto Germany and pretty Oberammergau where we see the Passion Play Theatre and another Hidden Treasure is revealed to us all by our Tour Director. (Buffet Breakfast / Dinner)
Hotel: Hotel Wittelsbach
Day 23- Oberammergau – Liechtenstein – Lucerne (2 nights)
Via Garmisch Partenkirchen, we travel to the Arlberg region of Austria. Then on to Vaduz, capital of Liechtenstein. Finally, we approach lakeside Lucerne, our home for the next two nights. (Buffet Breakfast / Dinner)
Hotel: Radisson SAS (2 nights)
Day 24- Lucerne orientation & at leisure
Orientation includes a visit to the famous Lion Monument and the Chapel Bridge. Then the rest of the day is at leisure to shop or relax. (Buffet Breakfast)
Day 25- Lucerne – Freiburg – Heidelberg – Rhine Cruise – Boppard
First to Freiburg, with its Cathedral before arriving at Heidelberg to view its impressive red sandstone Castle. Next on to St. Goar for our Rhine cruise to Boppard and our hotel. (Buffet Breakfast / Dinner)
Hotel: Best Western Bellevue Rheinhotel
Day 26- Boppard – Amsterdam
Along the Rhine Valley to Cologne to see its gothic Cathedral. Then we cross the border at Arnhem to Amsterdam where later we enjoy a Farewell Dinner with our Tour Director and fellow travellers as we cruise through the canals in our glass topped boat. (Buffet Breakfast / Farewell Dinner)
Hotel: Mercure aan de Amstel
Day 27- Amsterdam – London
Orientation highlights the main sights before we visit a diamond-polishing factory. On through Belgium to Calais for our ferry to Dover and back to London. (Buffet Breakfast)
Please note: Provisional Itinerary 2009
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Great European 2009 Optional Excursions
ESP8 - BARCELONA. Flamenco Spectacular with Dinner
We start off this evening with a fabulous dinner, drinks included. Then sit back and enjoy a superb flamenco spectacular. This modern interpretation of Spain’s most famous entertainment really offers the best show in town!
76 (€)
ESP4 - BARCELONA. Montserrat
Leaving Barcelona, we head for the sacred mountain of Catalonia. Ascending this staggering rock formation we admire its spectacular panoramic views before arriving at the ‘Basilica Real’. Here, newly-weds pledge their vows to the mystical Black Virgin.
35 (€)
ESP1 - BARCELONA. Pueblo Espanol* & the Picasso Museum or Olympic Stadium
The Spanish village was built for a world fair as a living exhibition of the great buildings and regions of this spectacular country. Our guided visit allows us time to admire and maybe shop for handicrafts in the many artisans workshops. Afterwards, we head downtown to the Picasso Museum. Among the many famous exhibits of Spain’s greatest modern painter, we can particularly admire those from his early years. When the museum is closed, we will visit the Olympic Stadium. (* on certain departures the incredible works of Antonio Gaudi in the Guell Park or the Casa Mila will be included instead of the Pueblo Espanol)
35 (€)
I5c - BAY OF NAPLES
Capri Highlights with Lunch. Minibuses will take us on a spectacular drive to Anacapri with its magnificent views over the Mediterranean. Time for a spot of window shopping before visiting the Villa of the Swedish doctor, Axel Munthe, with its cool white washed walls and charming antiques. Our local guide will show us further highlights of this beautiful island before lunch in a picturesque restaurant (wine/soft drink included). ( On certain tours, lunch will be substituted for a beautiful crusie around the island, visiting the white grottos.)
50 (€)
F21 - FRENCH RIVIERA. Riviera Dinner and Monte Carlo by Night
Late afternoon drive along the Corniche Roads with their spectacular Mediterranean vistas to one of the characteristic restaurants of the Riviera. Later we drive on to soak up the atmosphere of Monte Carlo with its famed casino gardens and turn of the century architecture. Time to break the bank at the Prince’s new American Games Casino! (Dinner with drinks included)
66 (€)
F5 - FRENCH RIVIERA. St. Paul de Vence
We drive into the hills behind the Riviera coast and visit the medieval town of St. Paul de Vence. In this fashionable town, a photographer’s paradise and home of artists and the famous, you will have the chance to admire the well preserved city walls and browse in the galleries.
19 (€)
F20 - FRENCH RIVIERA. The Three Corniches, Lunch or Dinner
We take a scenic excursion along the Riviera of the Three Corniche Roads, enjoying spectacular views along perhaps the most beautiful coast in Europe. We reach the ‘Grand Corniche’ - the highway which follows the ancient Aurelian Way. There, the Emperor Augustus erected a Roman ‘Trophy’ - a dazzling white sacrificial temple to mark the border between Rome and Gaul (modern-day France). We continue to our restaurant where we will enjoy a typical meal of specialities from the French Riviera. (Drinks included).
65 (€)
CH1a - Happy Hour Cruise
Like CH1 and includes 2 drinks
47 (sf)
A27 - INNSBRUCK. Horse & Carriage Ride
A spectacular drive leads us to a typical mountain village. Then we enjoy a horse drawn carriage ride through the magnificent alpine scenery. We stop for a drink before our return to Innsbruck.
35 (€)
A39 - INNSBRUCK. Rural haven and Olympic contender
First we enjoy a spectacular drive leading us to a typical mountain village where we take a horse-drawn carriage ride through the magnificent alpine valley. Then we ascend to the new ski-jump, built in a bid to host the 2008 Winter Olympics. Enjoy the breathtaking views from the top before we see the spot where the Tyrolean Freedom fighters, led by Andreas Hofer, beat Napoleon’s troops into retreat.
50 (€)
A8 - INNSBRUCK. Tyrolean Evening
Enjoy a lively evening of traditional entertainment. Singers, dancers, and musicians dressed in national costume provide a colourful show of folklore and fun. (includes two drinks)
39 (€)
CH12 - LUCERNE. Folklore Evening and Dinner
Tonight we shall enjoy a tasty Swiss meal (one of the courses will be the famous Swiss cheese fondue) in a typical restaurant. Whilst you enjoy dinner, join in the fun of a lively folklore show which includes yodelling, flagthrowing, Alpine horn blowing and many other customary Swiss entertainment. Drinks are included.
93 (sf)
CH1 - LUCERNE. Lake Cruise
Widely considered to be the most lovely of the mountain lakes, much of the shoreline of Lake Lucerne can only be fully appreciated from the water. Admire the spectacular homes of the fortunate few, privileged to live on its scenic shores, as we cruise gently by.
37 (sf)
CH17 - LUCERNE. Lake Cruise & Mountain Excursion
On certain departures, for operational reasons CH1 and the mountain trip will be combined.
106 (sf)
CH11 - LUCERNE. Mount Pilatus
A scenic lakeshore drive brings us to our cog-wheel railway, where we board our train to the summit of Lucerne’s most well-known mountain. Here you have time to explore, admire the many sweeping views and breathe in the fresh mountain air. Later a series of cable cars will bring us gradually down through fields and forests to the foot of this majestic mountain. (On certain departures the ascent as well as the descent of the mountain will be by cable car only)
80 (sf)
ESP6a - MADRID. El Escorial and the Valley of the Fallen
This guided tour takes us first to the royal city of El Escorial. This great monastery-palace was built in the foothills of the Guadarrama mountains by Philip II, in thanksgiving for his victory over the French at the battle of St. Quentin in 1557. After a break for lunch, we continue to visit the memorial built by Franco to those who fell in the Civil War. High in the mountains, with splendid views, this amazing memorial was cut into the rock face to create the largest basilica ever built. It is surmounted by a cross some 410 feet high.
43 (€)
ESP6b - MADRID. Excursion to Toledo
Visit the ancient capital of Spain, situated above the River Tagus. It contains the nation’s principal Cathedral as well as some of El Greco’s famous views. Echoes of Moorish and Jewish cultures abound. It is also famed for the production of Damascene work - intricate inlaid gold decorating jewellery and craftwork.
41 (€)
ESP7 - MADRID. Fountains and Plazas of Madrid with Dinner
This introductory evening tour offers us the chance to admire the elegance of the new city, with its wide, tree-lined avenues and decorative fountains, before we experience the flavour of the old. Join the locals in a little idle chat and “people-watching” as they sip an aperitif before dinner in the old quarter of the city, drinks included.
51 (€)
F9a - PARIS. Dinner & Montmartre or Seine Cruise. Bon appetit!
Enjoy dinner and drinks in a typical Parisian restaurant, then visit Montmarte, the old artists’ quarter made famous in the paintings of Toulouse-Lautrec and Utrillo. Dominated by the brilliant white dome of the Sacre Coeur Basilica, its fascinating narrow streets and outdoor cafés, give a real flavour of Parisian life. Alternatively, after dinner, we will enjoy a floodlit Seine Cruise.
62 (€)
F38 - PARIS. Dinner and Cabaret
Dinner with wines included at one of the most prestigious cabaret shows in town! Enjoy an evening of exciting acts, stunning tableaux and wonderful entertainment - including, of course, the world famous Can-Can. A night in Paris that you will never forget!
113 (€)
F8 - PARIS. Illuminations and Dinner
After an unforgettable dinner in typical Parisian style, drinks included, we take a drive through the city. By night, Paris is a city transformed - no other city has such striking illuminations, such glamour or romance. Amongst the splendours we see the Place de la Concorde, Arc de Triomphe, Cathedral of Notre Dame, Champs Elysées and the Eiffel Tower.
62 (€)
F10a - PARIS. Illuminations and the Seine Cruise
No other city has such striking illuminations, best appreciated on our guided sightseeing night drive. We take in the Place de la Concorde, Champs Elysées, Arc de Triomphe and of course the famed Eiffel Tower from the Trocadero. Finally we embark on the ever-popular riverboats along the Seine for a leisurely cruise under the bridges of Paris.
32 (€)
F11 - PARIS. Illuminations, the Sacre Coeur and Montmartre
See the splendour of Paris by night on this evening tour of the main sights, dramatically floodlit, then visit Montmartre, the old artists’ quarter made famous in the paintings of Toulouse-Lautrec and Utrillo. Dominated by the brilliant white dome of Sacré Coeur Basilica, its fascinating narrow streets and outdoor cafés give a real flavour of Paris life.
32 (€)
F39 - PARIS. Le Grand Louvre or Musee D'Orsay
The Louvre - the biggest and bestknown museum in the world was once the palace for the kings. Follow the expert guide through the sumptuous maze of galleries to see the main attractions including Leonardo da Vinci's masterpiece - the 'Mona Lisa'. Alternatively, explore the world of the Impressionists in the prize winning converted railway station of the Musee d'Orsay. Our visit will be enhanced by the effective use of our excellent audio system.
39 (€)
F55 - PARIS. Moulin Rouge Cabaret and Dinner
An unforgettable evening of French entertainment at Paris’ most famous Cabaret, ‘Le Moulin Rouge’. Dinner, wine and Champagne will be included.
144 (€)
F12a - PARIS. The Louvre and Les Invalides or Montmartre or Seine Cruise
We start with a conducted tour, enhanced by our excellent audio system, of one of the finest Art galleries in the world – the Louvre. A chance to admire the Mona Lisa and the Venus de Milo amongst the many thousands of exhibits in this former Royal Palace. Alternatively, we will visit Les Invalides – the church in the army museum where Napoleon Bonaparte is buried OR take a funicular ride up to the artists' quarter of Montmartre, OR take a cruise along the Seine in one of the ever-popular riverboats.
45 (€)
F13 - PARIS. Versailles - The Palace and Gardens
We leave the bustle of the city for the splendour and magnificence of Versailles. Created by the “Sun King” Louis XIV, the palace becamethe envy of every other European ruler. Our guide takes us through the State apartments, including the famous Hall of Mirrors. All of this enhanced with the use of our excellent audio system. Afterwards, take a stroll through the meticulous tree-lined gardens.
58 (€)
I70 - ROME. Ancient and Baroque Christian sites
First we drive past the ancient baths of the Emperor Caracalla, scene of the ‘3 tenors concert’ in 1990, to the Catacombs outside the Roman Walls. Christians used these underground churches and cemeteries for assemblies and to escape persecution. Then on to visit the 5th century Church of St. Peter in Chains*, housing not only the chains which are said to have fettered St. Peter, but also one of Michelangelo’s greatest works of sculpture – Moses – a statue belonging to the mausoleum of Julius II. (* on certain departures the Church of St. Paul without the Walls will be visited instead of the Church of St. Peter in Chains) Our visit will be enhanced by the effective use of our excellent audio system.
33 (€)
I7 - ROME. Evening Tour: Fountains and Dinner
A lighthearted introduction to the “Eternal City”. Make sure of a safe return to Rome as you toss coins in to the Trevi Fountain. Drive along the glamorous Via Veneto - famed as the setting of “la dolce vita”, and admire the splendour of the monuments in magnificent Piazza Venezia. Then relax and enjoy a typical Italian meal with drinks included.
57 (€)
I35 - ROME. Roman dinner and concert of live musical entertainment
We spend the evening in one of Rome’s finest restaurants. Here we will enjoy a delicious dinner, punctuated by a concert of typical Italian songs and ‘bel canto’ for which this country is justifiably famous! Sit back, relax and imbibe the special Roman atmosphere – the wine or soft drinks are also included!
57 (€)
I16 - ROME. Roman Highlights
On certain departures, for operational reasons, tour I15 may be combined with an interior visit of the Colosseum, or the catacombs, or St Pauls outside the walls. Our visit will be enhanced by the effective use of our excellent audio system.
65 (€)
I11 - ROME. Tivoli and Lunch or Dinner
An excursion to the ancient Sabine town of Tivoli situated a few miles outside Rome to enjoy the gardens and fountains of the Villa D’Este. You will visit its grottos and pavilions, the Avenue of a Hundred Fountains, and the Dragon Fountain of the Organ. We end the visit with a typical Italian lunch or dinner, wine, soft drinks and music. (without lunch/dinner 40)
59 (€)
I15 - ROME. Vatican Museums & the Sistine Chapel
An extension to the included sightseeing tour which allows us to admire the artistic masterpieces collected and commissioned by the Popes. See the famous Tapestry Gallery and Gallery of Maps then finally wonder at the masterpieces in the Sistine Chapel. Take your time - Michelangelo spent 11 years in the preparation of the vault and altar wall! Our visit will be enhanced by the effective use of our excellent audio system.
40 (€)
A13 - SALZBURG. Berchtesgaden and Hohenringstrasse Excursion
A scenic drive in the Bavarian Alps to Berchtesgaden within sight of Hitler’s Bavarian Redoubt. Then via the Hohenringstrasse, we ascend 5000 ft along one of the most beautiful mountain roads of Europe.
34 (€)
A14 - SALZBURG. Eagle’s Nest Tour & Bavarian Alps
Driving deep into the National Park past bucolic farmhouses and picturesque villages, we arrive at the ruins of Obersalzburg. From here we transfer to special motorcoaches adapted to the scenic mountain climb to Hilter’s notorious ‘Eagle’s Nest’. Through the arches we will have splendid views up to the ‘Hohen Göll’ and across snow-capped peaks.
45 (€)
I85 - VENICE Magical Venice
On certain departures, for operational reasons, tours I49 & I19 will be combined, excluding the drink.
60 (€)
I19 - VENICE. Gondola Serenade
An ideal introduction to this unique and magical city. Enjoy a romantic gondola journey along canals full of character and colour, while musicians and singers entertain. See the Grand Canal with its magnificent and elegant palaces, witnesses of the past splendours of the ‘Serenissima’.
32 (€)
I18 - VENICE. Lagoon Cruise with Lunch or Dinner
A half day off the beaten track! We are taken by private boat to the nearby islands in the lagoon of Venice. See the island of Murano and the Hermitage of San Francesco del Deserto. Lunch or dinner is taken at the island of the ‘fisherman’ - Burano - a photographer’s paradise. Drinks are also included.
65 (€)
I71 - VENICE. Venetian Glories
Accompanied by a local expert we are taken into the magnificent Doges’ Palace – home to the rulers of the Venetian republic for hundreds of years. We are shown the main highlights of the palace and its elegant courtyards, before entering the Byzantine Basilica of St. Mark the Evangelist, patron saint of the city of Venice. Here we admire the stunning golden mosaics and wonderful Byzantine architecture. (entrance fees included).
34 (€)
I49 - VENICE. Venice by Night
A scintillating introduction to this magical city! First we cruise along the Grand Canal by private water taxis admiring the elegant Palazzos. We see the Rialto Bridge and then reach the ‘most beautiful outdoor drawing room in the world’ - St. Mark’s Square. Here we will have time to wonder at the impressive architecture before enjoying an included drink at one of the chic ‘al fresco’ cafés whilst listening to the music of its own orchestra. We return to our coach on the mainland by private motor launch. (1 drink inc.)
43 (€)
A4b - VIENNA. Hungarian Gypsy Dinner and Schnapps Museum or Prater Wheel
First we visit the cheerful Prater Park to take a gentle ride on the historic Big Wheel and admire the picturesque skyline of Vienna. Alternatively, we will visit the home of the Fischer family to see how the local Schnapps is made and to taste some delicious samples! Then continue to a Hungarian Gypsy Restaurant, where we enjoy echoes of a bygone era and regional food specialities. (Drinks and Music included).
60 (€)
A1 - VIENNA. Imperial Highlights
We enjoy a guided visit to the Palace of Schönbrunn, with its magnificently preserved state rooms and exquisite gardens. From the summer residence of the Hapsburg monarchs, we continue to either the Imperial Treasures, the Vienna Opera House or the Crypts and Vaults of the Imperial family for a guided tour.
40 (€)
A28 - VIENNA. Vienna Palace Concert
A wonderful concert of Viennese classical music including some of the most famous works of Johann Strauss and Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, performed by some of the most highly acclaimed soloists and dancers in Austria. A glass of champagne is included during the interval.
46 (€)
A29 - VIENNA. Vienna Woods and Wine Village Dinner
A scenic drive along the Vienna Woods Panoramic Road (Hohenstrasse) offers beautiful views of the city and the Danube River. Then on to one of the romantic wine villages, where Viennese specialities and 'Schrammelmusik' await us.
56 (€)
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- All tour information is correct at time of tours going live, however is subject to change, please confirm all details at time of booking.
- For full terms and conditions, please refer to our Conditions page.
