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| Castles and Kings: Family Tour
An 8-Day tour starting from $3,694
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| History books come alive on our family London and Paris tour – see the Eiffel Tower, Tower of London, Windsor Castle, Versailles, Notre Dame, and a performance of Wicked in London’s West End. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Tour prices are per person in U.S. dollars. All hotel accommodations, First Class accommodations on the Eurostar, motor coach transportation, sightseeing, admissions, luggage handling and the services of the local guides, drivers and the Tauck Director are included.
Meals: 7 Breakfasts, 3 Lunches & 3 Dinners Hotel Accomodations: Night 1,2,3,4 Langham Hotel, London London, England Night 5,6,7 The Westin Paris Paris, France Tauck Director – Each ‘Castles & Kings: London to Paris’ tour is conducted by a Tauck Director who remains with the group throughout the duration of the tour. Your Tauck Director is a professional, fully trained employee of Tauck. Gratuities Included – All gratuities for restaurant and hotel staffs, local guides and drivers, and the Tauck Director are included. No Options Sold – Your Tauck Director will assist you with information on free-time activities based on honest opinion and guidance, but will not sell you anything. This means better value and a more relaxed, pleasant experience for you.
Day 1 – Arrive London / A private double-decker bus ride
Tour departs: 11:00 AM from London’s Heathrow Airport. Welcome to London, one of Europe’s most delightful capital cities. You will be spending the next four nights in the heart of London, minutes from landmark sights. Board a private double-decker bus for a fun-filled sightseeing excursion this afternoon – it’s a perfect introduction to some of the most famous sights in London. Join us for a welcome reception and dinner tonight as you get to know your fellow travelers. Meals LD
Day 2 – Tower of London and a ride on the London Eye Meet an English “Beefeater” today before exploring the infamous Tower of London – it has served as both a castle and prison through the centuries! See the Bloody Tower and the priceless Crown Jewels, and then board a riverboat for a scenic cruise along the Thames River. You will experience a different view of the city from your glass pod on the British Airways London Eye; the world’s highest observation wheel takes you 450 feet above the Thames River. Meals BL Day 3 – Windsor Castle and Wicked in the West End theatre district See how English royalty live on a visit to Windsor Castle; built by William the Conqueror in 1070, it has been home to the kings and queens of England for over 900 years! When Queen Elizabeth is in residence, a flag called the Royal Standard flies from the Round Tower; at other times, you’ll see the Union Flag. View Queen Mary’s Dolls’ House, dating back to 1924; this exquisitely detailed miniature palace even has a tiny wine cellar that contains real wine. London’s West End is the largest theatre district in the world, dating back to 1663. Tonight you’ll get a chance to experience the magic of theatre when you attend a performance of the hit musical Wicked; this “spectacular spectacle” reveals that you’ve not been told the whole story about the Land of Oz... Meals B Day 4 – Explore London’s famous museums A choice of activities today includes visiting one of two popular museums. Mingle with superstars and your favorite celebrities on a visit to Madame Tussaud’s Wax Museum where everyone looks real – or see Egyptian mummies, including animals, on a guided tour of the British Museum. The remainder of the day is free. Meals B Day 5 – Travel First Class aboard Eurostar to Paris Travel First Class aboard the high-speed Eurostar train today for a journey that takes you from London to Paris in just two hours and fifteen minutes, the fastest time ever, with an amazing ride under the English Channel. We’ll introduce you to the city on a sightseeing tour, and then check you into your hotel, overlooking Tuilerie Gardens. Dinner tonight is at Montparnasse Tower, boasting phenomenal views of the Eiffel Tower and the glittering city below. Meals BLD Day 6 – Tour the Palace at Château de Versailles Standing about a half hour outside of Paris, Château de Versailles, one of the most extravagant palaces in Europe, virtually glitters with gold! During a guided tour this morning, you won’t be surprised to learn that Louis XIV spent a lot of money building this royal residence –it would cost more than $2 billion to build today. Hear stories about life in the palace, and stroll through its beautiful formal gardens. You’ll be back in Paris before lunch, where you can explore as you wish – your hotel is close to the famous Musée du Louvre; the world’s largest palace and museum, it houses some of the greatest art in the world. Meals B Day 7 – Visit Notre Dame and Montmartre Some say that Notre Dame is the true heart of Paris, reigning proudly over the Ile de la Cité and the River Seine since the 12th century. You’ll have a chance to tour this huge Gothic cathedral with a local expert today, seeing the bell tower made famous by Quasimodo in The Hunchback of Notre Dame. For centuries, Parisian artists have flocked to Montmartre where they draw, paint, and sketch. A guided walking tour takes you through this hilltop village for a chance to see them at work. Enjoy free time to explore this afternoon before we treat you to a private farewell dinner cruise on the River Seine. Bid au revoir to Paris under the glow of the city lights tonight. Meals BD Day 8 – Journey home Tour Ends: 9:30 AM at Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport. Persons departing at other times should secure their own transportation to the airport. Allow a minimum of 2 1⁄2 hours for flight check-in. Meals B
Embark on a royal journey through time in two of Europe’s most exciting capital cities. Visit London’s majestic castles, steeped in the history and pageantry of centuries-old traditions; soar high above the River Thames on the world’s highest observation wheel and meet celebrities at Madame Tussaud’s Wax Museum. A rail journey under the English Channel speeds you to Paris, where the Eiffel Tower, Versailles Palace, Notre Dame Cathedral, and the artists of Montmartre welcome you with joie de vivre.
Price Per Person
Single Double Triple Quadruple $3890 $3694 $3890 $5164 Children 11 and under Discount $100 Children under 18 must be booked in a room with at least one adult. Quadruple accommodations are not available for four adults. Note: Triples are usually a two-bedded room with a rollaway cot or a sofa bed; quadruples may be accommodated in a two-bedded room with rollaway cot or two adjoining rooms, when available. All gratuities are included. International Airfare is additional. Call for special rates on international air for travel originating in the U.S. (subject to availability). Your family's comfort is important to us. Ask us about booking an additional hotel night before your journey begins and be sure to consider our Guest Protection Plan offering important travel advantages and a money-back refund if your travel plans change. Recommended age: 8+ |
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