London and Paris Family Adventure

br />Enjoy the best of London and Paris on this 8-day leisurely family tour. All of the top sights are included, as well as plenty of free time for your own discoveries. See Buckingham Palace, the Tower of London, Big Ben and St. Paul’s Cathedral. Soar above the city on the London Eye, and enjoy a London theatre performance. Cross the channel on the high-speed Eurostar Train, where you will soak in the life of Paris, including a visit to the stunning Palace of Versailles. Finish your trip with dinner in the spectacular setting of the Eiffel Tower, followed by a cruise on the River Seine.

Day 1: Overnight Flight
Make your way through two of the world's most lively, popular cities on one tour. Discover two cities rich in history, castles and kings - London and Paris. Begin your vacation with an overnight flight.

Day 2: Windsor, England - Tour Begins
Your tour officially begins today in Windsor – site of the famous castle, long the favored residence of the Royal family. Meet your fellow travelers at a traditional English pub dinner.

Day 3: London
Begin your exploration into British history with a panoramic sightseeing tour of London. See St. Paul’s, Big Ben, Westminster Abbey and Trafalgar Square. Stop at Buckingham Palace and, when available, see the Changing of the Guards*. Next, soar above the city on the London Eye, one of the most iconic landmarks in London and an engineering marvel. Cap off your day with a theatre performance** in London’s vibrant theatre district!

Day 4: London
Begin your day with a visit to the Tower of London. Steeped in history, the tower has served as a prison, a medieval fortress, a palace and much more over its long history. View the Crown Jewels, see the famous ravens and 500 years of royal armor plus, learn the stories of the prisoners, many of them royal, who were held behind its walls. The rest of the day is yours to spend with your family independently exploring London. Perhaps join us in the world of show-business and Harry Potter, visit the British Museum or the London Zoo, or stop by Harrods famous food court - create your best London experience!

Day 5: London - Eurostar Train - Paris, France
Sit back and relax as you are whisked from London to Paris aboard the innovative Eurostar High Speed Train via the Channel Tunnel. Say “bonjour” to Paris with a locally guided tour where you will see the world-famous Arc de Triomphe, Notre Dame Cathedral, Champs-Elysees, Place de la Concorde and the magnificent Place Vendome. Begin your adventures in French cuisine during dinner in a charming local restaurant, complete with traditional musical entertainment.

Day 6: Paris
Spend today at King Louis XIV’s magnificent Palace and Gardens of Versailles, the largest palace in Europe. Relive history as you walk through the various rooms of the State Apartments, including the Queen's bed chamber and the famous Hall of Mirrors. Stroll the incredible gardens, some of the most famous in the world, which took over 40 years to complete. After your return to Paris, the remainder of the day is yours to explore.

Day 7: Paris
Enjoy a full day on your own in Paris to do whatever suits your family the best. Perhaps you’ll join an excursion to the incomparable Louvre Museum, indulge in the world’s best shopping on the Champs Elysees or stop in a patisserie to sample a chocolate confection…it’s a Paris family adventure your way! Tonight, sample delicious French cuisine and breathtaking views of the “City of Lights” during dinner at the Eiffel Tower, the tallest and most famous building in Paris. Following dinner, bid farewell to Paris during a Seine River cruise against a backdrop of the city’s magical skyline.

Day 8: Paris - Tour Ends
Your tour ends, leaving you with many pleasant memories of a wonderful vacation.

Touring Date	Land Only	Land + Air	Single (Land Only)	Single (Land + Air)
6/14/2012 - 6/21/2012	$2,399
7/19/2012 - 7/26/2012	$2,299
8/16/2012 - 8/23/2012	$2,299
4/11/2013 - 4/18/2013	$2,399
Note: Departures appearing above in green are guaranteed to operate by the tour operator.
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