23 April 2008

Experience the grand and historic side of France with Trafalgar

The images of grand chÃƒ~¢teaux, rolling green vineyards and fields of historic relics dominate the northern region of France.

Sound like your scene? Why not enjoy a distinguished holiday in France with Trafalgar.

The eight-day Treasures of France visits Paris, Rouen, Honfleur, Bayeux, Loire Valley, Chartres and Fontainebleau.

A few of the many highlights of the itinerary include:

Paris: enjoy a thrilling ascent of the Eiffel Tower, visit Montmartre, plus sightseeing with views of the Louvre and Champs Elysees

Rouen: visit Joan of Arc's city

Honfleur: enjoy a visit to this picturesque harbour town

Normandy: tour the D-Day landing beaches

Mont St. Michel: see the Benedictine Abbey

Loire Valley: enjoy wine tasting in chÃƒ~¢teaux country

Chenonceau: take a guided visit to Catherine de Medici's spectacular chÃƒ~¢teau

Chambord: see the largest chÃƒ~¢teau in the Loire Valley

Amboise: visit the chÃƒ~¢teau that dominates the town where Leonardo da Vinci died

Fontainebleau: visit the famous Renaissance Palace.

Priced from $1950 per person, twin share (land only) this tour includes first-class hotel accommodation, touring by luxury air conditioned coach, sightseeing, a professional multi-lingual tour director, hot buffet breakfast daily, most dinners including farewell dinner with wine in Paris and airport transfers. Departures are available from 12 April to 18 October, 2008.

As the European expert, Trafalgar is committed to offering you the most extensive range of holiday choices across all of Europe and the UK. With fully escorted train holidays, river cruises, Mediterranean cruising, as well as coach touring, the breadth of TrafalgarÃ¢â¬â¢s transportation options is unparalleled, ensuring that your journey is just as exciting as each fascinating destination.

For more information visit www.trafalgar.net.au/Europe.

by: The Mole