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Deluxe Private Chauffeured and Fully Escorted Multi Country
Tour
Provided by Andreas and Roberto of Gioia Tour Service
2200 km - Worry & Stress free Travel
Family size group of maximum 5/6 people + Chauffeur or
Maximum of 10/12 people in 2 luxurious Mercedes Vans
Fly in Frankfurt/Germany - Fly out Rome/Italy or different
if necessary
Tour can be provided all year around starting February 15th
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Itinerary of 16 Days/15 Nights
(Length and Itinerary can be changed on request)
Rhine Castles, Black Forest, Rheinfall, Lucerne, Glacier
Express Train
Ride, Swiss Alps, St. Moritz
Lake Maggiore, Borromean Islands,
Liguria Region – Gulf of Poets, Portofino, Cinque Terre
Tuscany Region – Carrara Marble Mountains,
Bicycle ride in Lucca, San Gimignano
Tuscan Hill Towns, Chianti Wine Tasting,
5 Star Luxury Spa Fonteverde (Tuscany)
Black Forest,
Park Hotel
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Day
1 - Arrival Frankfurt Airport - Transfer to Castle
Greet and Meet your Chauffeur /Tour Manager at the Frankfurt
Airport and start your adventure through all these European
Countries with him.
It’s off on the open road this morning from Frankfurt to the
majestic and fabled Rhine. Follow the river past the castles
of Burg Rheinstein and Burg Sooneck to Bacharach, famed for
its half timbered houses. Awesome scenery is at every turn,
but prepare yourself for spectacular views from the 1000
year old Castle of Schönburg, where you will stay for 2
nights. Dining like Kings at the Castle Restaurant, with the
Rhine winding around under knees.
Hotel Info:
2 nights www.hotel-schoenburg.com
The Porsche Museum
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2 - Rhine Villages & Castles
Full day to explore those “Castles on the Rhine” perched
along both sides of the river. High above Braubach is the
mighty Marksburg, the only castle-fortress in the entire
Rhine-Valley never to have been destroyed. Here you will
find a great collection of armor as well as an interesting
medieval garden.
Brewery
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3 - The Black Forest
Your day begins with a drive crossing briefly into France to
Strasbourg, one of that country’s best preserved medieval
towns. Stop for lunch and a stroll around that beautiful
City. Back to Germany deeper into the “Schwarzwald” via the
unique Gutach Falls which plunges down the mountain side in
seven spectacular stages. Continue deep into the Black
Forest to the center of the clock making industry and the
home of the Cuckoo Clock. Overnight at Hotel Wehrle in
Triberg. See the biggest Cuckoo Clock of the world!!! Use of
wonderful Spa facilities at the Hotel.
Hotel Info:
1 night www.parkhotel-wehrle.de
Village in Germany
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4 - Black Forest/Germany to Lucerne/Switzerland
Late morning, start driving through the “Forest” via the
famous Rhine falls into the Swiss countryside and along the
shores of the beautiful Lake of Lucerne. Settle into the
Romantik Hotel “Wilden Mann” for 2 nights. Bratwurst for
Lunch in the fairytale village of “Stein am Rhein”. Fine
dining Dinner in Lucerne!
Hotel Info:
2 nights www.wilden-mann.ch
Schoenburg-am-Rhein, the
Castle
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Day
5 - Lucerne
Because Lucerne is ideal for taking a stroll, we call our
guided city tour «a walk around Lucerne». On the Walk & City
Train Tour, you will learn important, humorous and
interesting facts about Lucerne’s history, churches,
bridges, narrow streets, towers, squares and, of course,
Lucerne’s trademark – the Chapel Bridge with the Water
Tower.
Lucerne
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Day
6 Lucerne - Glacier Express Train Ride - St. Moritz
After a wonderful breakfast, departure to Andermatt. Then
it’s all aboard the Glacier Express Train for an
unforgettable trip across 291 bridges and through 91 tunnels
to St. Moritz where you’ll enjoy breath-taking views of the
Alps. Enjoy the beautiful landscape of the lovely Engadin
Valley, and settle in for a two-night stay in Celerina. St.
Moritz, home of the international jet-set, is considered the
oldest and one of the most famous winter resorts in the
world. Every winter this alpine village hosts the “White
Turf” horse race on the frozen Lake St. Moritz.
Hotel Info:
2 nights www.rosatsch.ch
PRETZELS, BEER, PASTA AND WINE TOUR !!
Swiss Alps
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7 St. Moritz and Surroundings
The whole day is dedicated to explore the beautiful Engadine
area. St. Moritz Sightseeing - Shopping - Winter/Summer
Sport Activities.
Horse-Drawn Sleigh Rides: Take a merry and elegant sleigh
ride through the wonderful winter forest, tucked into a cozy
warm woolen blanket. How about a cheese fondue in a homey
‘Stüvetta’ to round off the day?
Swiss Alps
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8 Switzerland to Lake Maggiore-Italy
Leave St. Moritz after a rich breakfast, driving via the
famous “Passo del S. Bernardino”, which takes us south into
the Ticino, that Italian speaking part of southern
Switzerland. Stop for a quick stroll through the town of
Bellinzona. Then drive southwest to the resort of Ascona,
spend some time there for lunch, visiting its Old Town and
wandering its narrow streets. Back into the car and finally
crossing the Swiss/Italy Border. Arrival in Canobbio at Lake
Maggiore in the afternoon. Settle into Hotel Cannobbio just
for 1 night. Easy going Pizzeria for dinner.
Hotel Info:
1 night www.hotelcannobio.com
Lake Maggiore
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9 Lake Maggiore to The Italian Riviera
Early 9 Am departure for a long driving day to the Italian
Riviera. Cruising along the beautiful shores of Lake
Maggiore, we will use the Italian Autostrada in order to get
around busy Milan and for crossing the Alpi Apennini . Once
arrived at the Mediterranean Sea, stop at VIP Portofino,
have a nice espresso and then a stop at the beautiful
seaside town of Santa Margherita for a late lunch. Arrival
in Lerici on the Gulf of Poets, where we settle for 2 nights
at the family run Doria Park Hotel.
Portofino
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10 - Day Excursion to The Cinque Terre
Depending on the weather, we’ll take the boat, train, or our
private Van, and visit the remote 5 towns comprising the
breathtaking Cinque Terre. The Cinque Terre is a unique
area, full of tiny peninsulas and romantic bays. The towns
are terraced, almost falling into the sea, and form the
gorgeous National Nature Reserve of the Cinque Terre. We
will walk at least the famous “Via dell Amore”, which
connects 2 villages. – If there is more time and energy, we
walk to another one. Light lunch based on pasta al Pesto.
Back to our Hotel in Lerici and dinner on your own. –
downstairs!!
Hotel Info:
2 nights www.doriaparkhotel.it
Liguria
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11 - Lerici (Liguria) to Lucca (Tuscany)
Breakfast and ready to drive towards Tuscany. We’ll drive
for a Cappuccino & Cornetto at the enchanting village of
Pietrasanta. The village is famous for its marble sculptors
who work on marble quarried in the nearby hills. En route
stop at Pisa in order to fix the Leaning Tower. A short
drive from Pisa lies Lucca, a lovely city enclosed by
massive red brick walls. Built between 1504 and 1645 it
represents one of the best-preserved Renaissance defenses in
Europe. The Piccolo Puccini Hotel is our final destination
today.
Hotel Info:
2 nights www.hotelpuccini.com
Lerici, the port
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12 - Exploring Lucca by Bike & Foot
Today we’ll rent bikes and ride atop the ancient walls – 3
miles long- that have been transformed into a park. We will
enjoy the splendid landscape of the city and its many bell
towers that are silhouetted against the horizon of what was
once a defensive fortification, but that currently serves
the purpose of maintaining intact the center of a
wonderfully charming medieval city.
Great Shopping – Great Food – Great Sightseeing - by Bike &
Walk
For lunch we shop at a local Alimentari Foccaccia Bread,
Salami, Prosciutto, local Wine, Dried Tomatoes, Pecorino –
and have a picnic on the wall.
Dinner at La Vecchia Trattoria Buralli – Specialty La
Tagliata (Meat).
Lucca,
Amphitheatre Square
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13 - Lucca - Chianti Tour - San Casciano dei Bagni
Moving away from Lucca, the road begins to snake its way
through the gentle hills of the Chianti – visit famous San
Gimignano. Guided wine tasting tour with a stop at a family
run vineyard and a visit of their cellar. Lunch inside the
walls of Monteriggione. The tiny fortified hamlet of
Monteriggioni perfectly conserves its medieval appearance.
Afternoon drink at Piazza del Campo in Siena. If there is
still time and energy, there awaits a site of great beauty:
the Benedictine ‘Abbey of Monte Oliveto Maggiore. Final
destination is the 5 Star Luxury Spa Fonteverde in San
Casciano dei Bagni.
Hotel Info:
3 nights www.fonteverdespa.com or www.adler-thermae.com
San Casciano dei Bagni, Palazzo Bologna
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14 - Fonteverde Luxury Spa
No driving today !!
Day 14 - Fonteverde Luxury Spa Enjoy the beautiful
facilities at the Luxury 5 Star Spa of Fonteverde, Member OF
VIRTUOSO SPAS and LEADING SPAS OF THE WORLD.
Set in the Val d’Orcia in the southern-most part of Tuscany
and near the ancient hill town of San Casciano dei Bagni,
the Fonteverde Spa is situated in one of the most beautiful
parts of Tuscany.
P.S. There are many options with local tour guides
Fonteverde Luxury Spa,
the outdoor pool
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15 - ½ Day Explore Countryside - ½ Day Spa
Recommended visits include: Radicofani, passing through the
ancient medieval hamlet of Ghino di Tacco, Rocca with its
beautiful views, and on the way back, the ancient Roman via
Cassia, testimonial to the splendors of the historical Mille
Miglia race.
Another beautiful drive along the panoramic route passing
Monte Cetona. Food lovers must visit Cetona, an ancient
hamlet where the first settlers arrived about 40,000 years
ago. On the way to Chianciano, the drive is along an
enchanting road bordered by cypress trees where many Italian
and foreign filmmakers have filmed. A splendid panoramic
view is possible from the crest, which unwinds between the
Val d’Orcia and the Val di Chiana. On our return we stop in
the delightful medieval city of Pienza, where you can taste
the famous pecorino cheese with a Brunello wine.
San Quirico Val d’Orcia
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16 - Flight back to USA from Rome
Early departure to the Roma/Fiumicino Airport.
Say Goodbye to your Chauffeur/Tour
Manager/Escort/Interpreter
Arrividerci Italia
Fiumicino Airport
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Or
optional: Enjoy full escorted City stay and Private Tour of
Rome with our cultural expert Roberto 2-4 days suggested.
This 2 week long Private Tour is designed for anybody:
Single Travelers, Couples, Friends, Families etc, which like
the comfort to be driven and escorted from A to Z to
experience 3 European Countries. Listen to different
languages, eat in local places, as well as in fine dining
venues. Every Day will be different - Variety!!! Also we are
great improvisers, once on the road. There is always
somebody to drive you even you drink a bit too much vino.
That is what we call “Worry Free Travel” with Andreas &
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At
what point you join the tour and the daily Itinerary are
flexible to some extent. Touring & Sightseeing will be
reviewed Day by Day. The Hotel Reservations once taken, are
not possible to change.
Cost for Transportation & Touring is 2300 euro per person
for the 16 Day Tour. – minimum 5 people. With four people
add 200 euro surcharge per person. Three people or less,
contact us for different pricing. This amount is paid
directly to Andreas or Roberto of Gioia Tour Service.
This cost includes:
Fully escorted Transportation & Tour throughout the whole 16
days with multilingual Driver/Tour Manager in a luxurious
Mercedes Van with Maximum occupancy of 5/6 passengers. All
transportation costs like gas, motorway tolls, border fees,
parking, bribes etc.
Doesn’t include:
Vat Tax 10%
Airfare - book trough your Travel Agent or by yourself
Hotels - book trough your Travel Agent or by yourself or we
reserve for you with your Credit Card Numbers
Accommodations for Chauffeur/Tour Manager
Meals for Chauffeur/Tour Manager if served together with
clients
Entrance Fees, Wine Tasting, Train Ride, Boat Ride, City
Guides, Public Transportation, Bicycle rent and anything not
specifically mentioned as included.
Tips and Gratuity |
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We
will be happy to give you more info about this Tour.
Please contact:
Andreas Krah
Via S. Agostino 181 A
56121 Pisa – Italy
andreas@tours-europe.com
+39-050-40677 Office +39-348-782-0844 Cell
Roberto Contursi
roberto@tours-europe.com
Elizabeth McCorkle
PO Box 1857 Bandon, OR 97411
elisa@tours-europe.com
Cell 541-297-2773
Office 541-347-4400 |
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