10 DAY Roman Road EHPALR-8

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1 10 DAY Roman Road EHPALR-8 This tour visits: France, Switzerland, Monaco, Italy, Vatican City A Roman soldier faced an arduous journey home: day-long marches, tough rations, sleeping outside in the elements... If only they could have done it the Topdeck way! Staying in hotels full of character, our journey from London goes via the glory of Paris, over the formidable Swiss Alps, past the glamorous French Riviera and the Renaissance beauty of Florence. It's said that 'all roads lead to Rome', but this journey is far more interesting than any other! The Bucket List More Inclusions Paris city driving tour French Riviera perfumery experience Guided tour of Monaco Walking tour of Rome Local guide in Florence Paris gourmet picnic beside the Eiffel Tower 9 breakfasts, 4 dinners 9 nights in hotel accommodation (twin or double) English Channel crossing Modern air-conditioned coach with free wifi Guided tours of all major cities Awesome Trip Leader + Driver Trip Itinerary

2 Day 1 - London, England to Paris, France All good things start with Paris. Meet the crew, grab some supplies and hit the road early in the morning as we jump across to Paris. Pinch yourself and Instagram your first selfie before we kick off the trip with a guided driving tour. Home to Coco Chanel, the Eiffel Tower and the Mona Lisa, Paris has more than deserved its reputation as the European capital for all things culture, fashion and food. And you're about to find out why. -Paris city driving tour -Gourmet picnic by the Eiffel Tower Day 2 - Paris More ooh la la today. With Parisian charm crammed into every nook and cranny, make sure you hit all of the iconic haunts. This morning: free time. From the Louvre and Musée d'orsay to l'arc de Triomphe and the Champs Elysées, you'll be sure to make a solid dent in your bucket list. End your day with an optional Seine river cruise or a #throwback bohemian cabaret show. Optional activities: -Traditional Paris cabaret -Seine river cruise -Paris bike tour Day 3 - Paris Last chance to leave no grand Parisian boulevard un-strolled, no fabulous wines left unopened and no delectable French dish uneaten. Today, make the most of an optional Paris Food tour - thank us later. Optional activities: -Visit to Versailles -Paris food tour Day 4 - Paris to Swiss Alps, Switzerland

3 Trade in Parisian streets for snowy peaks. Here, watch the mountains charm the pants off you with jaw-dropping scenery and delightful village feels. Expect magazine-worthy photo ops. Day 5 - Swiss Alps Laid-back, Alpine village living on the cards today. Breathe in the mountain air and explore by foot, bike or goat (if you can get them to stand still long enough). With the potential offered by these mountains, dinner will be calorie neutral. Optional activities: -Mount Titlis excursion Day 6 - Swiss Alps to French Riviera, France Swap to bonjour today as we follow in Napoleon's footsteps downwards to the glamorous French Riviera to rub shoulders with the rich and famous. Day 7 - French Riviera including Monaco visit Bring your paparazzi posse to the beach or let loose among the designer boutiques in Nice's Old Town. Later: Roll with the jet set as we hit up Monaco for a guided tour and the chance to see how the 1% live (hint: it involves lots of fur and bathing in caviar). Feeling lucky? Take to the tables at the Monte Carlo Casino and make it rain (or not). -Guided tour of Monaco Day 8 - French Riviera to Florence, Italy En route to Florence - where over 1,800 restaurants can be found and more culture than you can poke a gelato at. First, a pit stop to get a picture with that leaning tower. Get schooled on the Medici family and strut along the Ponte Vecchio (the only bridge not bombed in WWII). Try: a Florentine steak. Google it, and thank us later. -Perfume factory visit -Pisa visit

4 Day 9 - Florence to Rome Buh-bye Florence. Enter Rome, then step back to 753 BC in one of the world's oldest open-air museums. Make like Caesar (the emperor, not the salad) and work up a colossus hunger as you pass by the Pantheon, throw your two cents in the Trevi Fountain, sit on the Spanish Steps and visit ancient history's version of The Hunger Games set at the Colosseum. Tonight, you're in Disneyland for foodies. Have fun. -Walking tour of Rome -Walking tour of Florence with local guide -Leather demonstration Day 10 - Rome including Vatican City visit Wake up, espresso, then we're outta here. Swing past the Vatican City with an optional tour. Today, we love and leave you to continue the adventure. Optional activity: -Vatican City tour Accommodation We endeavour to select a combination of good quality hotels that reflect the character of the local area as well as being as centrally located as possible, while striving to keep the cost affordable. Your trip will stay in a range of European hotels of three and four-star quality. Please be aware that European hotel rooms, especially those in major urban centres or older cities, may be smaller than what you are used to in other parts of the world. Standards and ratings may also be different to your home country. Rooms are en-suite and either twin or triple-share, depending on what you have booked. If you are a solo traveller, you will always be sharing a room with someone of the same sex unless you have paid an extra fee for your own room. If you are travelling as a couple and would prefer to have a double bed, please officially request a double room with your travel agent or Customer Service Consultant. We never presume that two people travelling together are a couple, even if you share the same surname, unless informed otherwise.

5 Optional Activities On all trips we have arranged extra activities that we think will enhance your travel experience, but you have a choice as to whether or not you will participate. These are not included in the cost of your trip. They are usually organised on a group participation basis and should be taken into consideration when budgeting your spending money. None of the Optional Activities on your trip are operated by Topdeck, nor do they form part of your contract with Topdeck for your trip. Topdeck arranges the activity as an agent of the local supplier. Should you participate in any Optional Activities your contract will be with the local supplier and their conditions will apply. Please note: while we make every effort to keep these prices as accurate and up-to-date as possible, they are subject to change and in rare circumstances the actual price may vary slightly to what is published here. France - Paris Traditional cabaret show in Paris 65 Scenic river cruise on the Seine 10 Bike tour of Paris 26 Paris Food Tour 89 Versailles 64 Switzerland - Engelberg Mount Titlis excursion 85 CHF Italy - Rome Vatican City our 45 Meals Your included meals are detailed in the 'More Inclusions' section of this document. Breakfasts are included every day in the hotel (except on the first morning). They are usually 'continental breakfasts', which are typical in most European countries. A typical breakfast may consist of cereals with milk or yoghurt, bread, croissants, cold meats, cheese and a range of spreads, with fruit juice, tea or coffee to drink. It is rare to get a hot breakfast in continental Europe, though on some occasions there may be some hot food available as well. Included evening meals are in local restaurants or accommodations, and are either two or three courses. In most cases table water is provided with the meals, and if you wish to purchase additional drinks you can do so at your own expense. If you have any dietary requirements we will make every effort to cater to your specific needs as long as you advise your travel agent or Customer Service Consultant when you book, or make note of this in the Topdeck app when you check in (refer below). However, please be aware that although we will do everything in our power to arrange it, we cannot guarantee that every restaurant we use will be able to cater to all dietary needs, particularly in Eastern Europe. We also cannot cater for tastes or dislikes, as most of our included evening meals feature

6 a set menu. No Tip Necessary Your Topdeck crew never expect tips themselves and will not ask for any; that s not what friends do! We also know how much tipping can cost you. So go ahead, spoil yourself with the money you will save by travelling with Topdeck (just don t forget Mum s souvenir). Topdeck Travel App Our travel app has landed! With a range of awesome features including a Currency Converter, Budget Tracker, Check-In tool and Social Timeline you can plan your trip like a pro. Think of it like your very own Topdeck Trip Leader, always on call with the latest info, weather, maps and city guides to give you the trip of a lifetime, all in the palm of your hand. Please note: The Topdeck Travel App should only be downloaded once you have booked onto your trip. You will not be able to log in unless you have a Topdeck Booking Reference Number. Get it for iphone Get it for Android Passenger safety One of the best parts of travelling is experiencing the nightlife and entertainment each city has to offer. However, amidst the fun and excitement, it s important to be aware of your surroundings and personal safety as well. Before you hit the road with us, it s important to be aware of the following: When you re on a night out, remember to avoid walking alone, particularly through deserted areas like beaches and back streets. Always stick together, take a taxi where possible, and keep a note of your accommodation details so you can find your way back to your fellow Topdeckers if you become separated. In some countries, alcoholic measures can be considerably larger than what you may be used to. Try to keep track of what you re drinking, and if you see one of your trip mates looking a little worse for wear, take them back to your accommodation. Be cautious when accepting drinks from strangers and never leave your drink unattended. It s also important to be aware that what you might consider harmless flirting may be interpreted differently in some countries. Be yourself and have fun, but don t be naïve, and be mindful of the signals you are sending out so that you don t find yourself in an uncomfortable situation.