Maaza Tour
8 Days
Den Haag, Cologne, Rhine Cruise, Heidelberg, Black Forest, Rhine Falls, Mount
Titlis, Lucerne, Interlaken, Jungfraujoch, Geneva, and Paris
Tour Code: 08D–MAZ (out Sundays – return Sundays)
DAY 1: LONDON – DOVER - FERRY – CALAIS – THE
NETHERLANDS
This morning, at the check-in point, you will meet your Tour Manager and
join the coach for a leisurely drive from London to Dover port, to board the
ferry for the short channel crossing to Calais. Upon arrival, we proceed
through Belgium and Netherlands to visit Madurodam Model Village to see
miniature Holland (or Keukenhof Gardens for arrivals in Holland between
March 18th and May 16th). En route you will see countryside and also the
iconic windmills of Holland. After dinner, you may either rest in your hotel
or join the additional excursion - Amsterdam by Night
Tour. We proceed to the cosmopolitan city of Amsterdam for a canal
cruise through the city’s complex system of waterways. Return to hotel late
evening. (Dinner)
DAY DAY 2: THE NETHERLANDS - COLOGNE - RHINE CRUISE -
MANNHEIM / FRANKFURT AREA
Today after breakfast, we depart east across The Netherlands and into
Germany. We arrive at the famous city of Cologne where you can marvel
Europe’s largest Gothic twin spire cathedral. Continuing our drive into the
Rhine valley we board a cruise ship for an unforgettable trip along the
River Rhine, which traverses through four countries. Admire the majestic
views, mountain top fairy tale castles and fortresses from a bygone era.
Late evening check into our hotel for an overnight stop. (Breakfast, Lunch,
Dinner)
DAY 3: MANNHEIM / FRANKFURT AREA – HEIDELBERG – BLACK
FOREST – SWITZERLAND: RHINE FALLS
Depart this morning for Heidelberg, situated on the banks of the River
Neckar, to see the Heidelberg Castle (photo stop). Joining the autobahn we
enter into the enchanting Black Forest region, where you will marvel at the
timeless serenity and unparalleled scenery around you. Our first stop is at
scenic Lake Titisee where you have time to shop for cuckoo clocks.
Continuing our drive, we pass through small idyllic villages before crossing
the Swiss border. We stop at Schaffhausen to visit the majestic Rhine Falls.
Later we check into our hotel for a two night stay. (Breakfast, Lunch,
Dinner)
DAY 4: SWITZERLAND: ENGELBERG – MOUNT TITLIS – LUCERNE
Driving through the Swiss alpine region and the winding mountain roads to
the valley of Engelberg, we start our ascent to board the world’s first
revolving cable car, reaching the peak of 10,000 feet and the highest
viewpoint in central Switzerland (weather permitting). Visit the Glacier
Grotto or enjoy a breathtaking panorama from the sun terrace. In the
afternoon, we begin our descent, passing the glaciers and thawing ice, which
create majestic waterfalls. Later we visit the town of Lucerne, to see the
Chapel Bridge and the Lion Monument. This evening, why not join the
additional excursion - Lake Lucerne Cruise.
(Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
DAY 5: SWITZERLAND: INTERLAKEN – JUNGFRAUJOCH –
LAUSANNE / GENEVA AREA
Today, we first drive to the town of Interlaken, the scene of many
“Bollywood” films, where you have some time to browse through the shops or
join the additional excursion - Trummelbach Waterfalls.
From there a short drive brings us to Lauterbrunnen, where we board the
train for the scenic journey to Jungfraujoch – Top of Europe, the highest
railway station in Europe at 3,454 metres (weather permitting). Visit the
Ice Palace with ice sculptures or enjoy the panoramic views from the Sphinx
Terrace. Early evening we begin our descent and onto our hotel for an
overnight stay. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
DAY 6: GENEVA - PARIS
Early morning, we depart for Geneva, Switzerland’s truly international city
and home to many international organizations. On our panoramic tour, we will
see the main sights: UN buildings, English gardens, the Flower Clock and the
Jet d’eau. Continue onto Paris, one of the most exciting and popular cities
of Europe, renowned for it’s fashion, perfumes, and of course the most
talked about French champagne and wines. On arrival, we check into our
hotel. After dinner, you may either rest in your hotel or join the
additional excursion - Paris by Night Tour. On our tour we will see the main
sights illuminated, and enjoy a spectacular cruise on the River Seine -
admire the spectacular facades from your covered boat. (Breakfast, Lunch,
Dinner)
DAY 7: PARIS
Today you have the choice of two exciting day tours;
PARIS – CITY TOUR
This morning, on our orientation tour of Paris, we will be introduced to the
main sights of this beautiful city: Hotel des Invalides, Arc de Triomphe,
Champs Elysees, Place de la Concorde, and the Opera. We then visit the
Louvre Museum, where you can see the famous Mona Lisa painting by Leonardo
Da Vinci. Later, we proceed to Versailles, where we meet our expert local
guide to visit the Palace of Versailles, the former residence of the famous
“Sun King”. Finally join us for an exciting optional Lido
Paris Cabaret show. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
OR
DISNEYLAND PARIS THEME PARK
A short drive to the famous Disneyland Paris Theme Park where a full day of
excitement for the entire family awaits you. Meet all your favourite Disney
characters, see the amazing show “Honey, I shrunk the audience”, ride the
hair-raising “Space Mountain” roller coaster. Finally join us for an
exciting optional Lido Paris Cabaret show.
(Breakfast, Dinner)
DAY 8: PARIS – CALAIS - FERRY – DOVER – LONDON
Today we visit the second floor of the Eiffel Tower to witness a spectacular
panoramic view of the city. Next we visit a French perfumery for some last
minute shopping. Early afternoon we depart and journey north for Calais to
board the ferry for the return channel crossing. On arrival at Dover port,
we proceed to London, where the tour ends, and its time to say farewell to
all the friends you have made on tour. (Breakfast, Lunch)