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Andorra, Barcelona & the Pyrenees
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| 11 Days Select Door to Door |
Nestling on the borders of France and Spain, in the heart of the spectacular Pyrenees, the principality of Andorra is the smallest tate in Europe. This is a country of incomparable beauty and endless fascination, combining Romanesque art, museums and monuments with sumptuous scenery and a packed calendar of festivities and celebrations throughout the year. Our itinerary this year allows more time in this gorgeous country whilst also visiting the majestic Catalan capital of Barcelona and the mighty Pyrenees. |
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Austrian Lakes & The Sound of Music
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| 10 Days Value Tour |
| Spectacular landscapes, mountains, lakes and rivers are just some of the attractions on this unique tour to Austria. You’ll be based in picturesque Vocklabruck - known as the gateway to Salzkammergut - a region awash with blue glassy lakes and soaring craggy peaks. Vocklabruck is a lively town with a special ambience and a perfect blend of medieval building and cosy inns. Out and about you’ll be humming the showstoppers from The Sound of Music as we journey to sumptuous Salzburg and explore some of this richly historic country’s most breathtakingly pretty towns. An especially memorable holiday experience to treasure forever. |
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Austrian Tyrol Extravaganza
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| 12 Days Select Tour |
| Spectacular landscapes, mountains and lakes are just some of Austria’s attractions. Choose the Post Hotel in the idyllic village of Strengen in the Arlberg region and explore quaint villages and the historic Tyrolean capital of Innsbruck. Alternatively, opt for the Panther Hotel in popular Saalbach in the heart of the Glemm Valley and enjoy excursions including sumptuous Salzburg and the landmark resort of Kitzbuhel. We travel by ferry from Hull to Zeebrugge with overnight dinner, B&B stays in Germany on both the outward and return journeys to ensure you arrive refreshed and return revitalized. |
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Austrian Tyrol Extravaganza
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| 12 Days Select Tour |
| Spectacular landscapes, mountains and lakes are just some of Austria’s attractions. Choose the Post Hotel in the idyllic village of Strengen in the Arlberg region and explore quaint villages and the historic Tyrolean capital of Innsbruck. Alternatively, opt for the Panther Hotel in popular Saalbach in the heart of the Glemm Valley and enjoy excursions including sumptuous Salzburg and the landmark resort of Kitzbuhel. We travel by ferry from Hull to Zeebrugge with overnight dinner, B&B stays in Germany on both the outward and return journeys to ensure you arrive refreshed and return revitalized. |
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Croatia & the Istrian Riviera
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| 13 Days Select Tour |
| Charming Croatia has in recent years become an increasingly popular destination with British tourists. It’s not hard to understand why. The country’s glorious climate, rich history, friendly people and keen prices all combine to make this a must-see summer destination. This wonderful tour takes us to the lovely resort of Rabac on the golden coastline known as the Istrian Riviera. When you’re not soaking up the rays or embarking on our fascinating excursions (which also give us a flavour of Trieste in Italy and Ljubljana in Slovenia) be sure to sample the local cake known as Croaterra, one of the tastiest treats in the world! |
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Diano Marina & the French & Italian Rivieras
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| 12 Days Select Tour |
| This wonderful tour combines the inimitable style of the Italian Riviera and the sophistication of the French Riviera. Enchanting Diano Marina features pine clad hills and olive groves reaching down to the sparkling coast and is one of the premier resorts of the Italian Riviera of Flowers. |
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Dutch Delights
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| 5 Days Value Tour |
| The highlight of this tour will be our day in Arnhem where the main attraction is the Dutch Open Air Museum. This pretty, sprawling park features all kinds of reconstructed traditional buildings from a manor to an eel pedlar’s shack, windmills to workshops. Costumed staff seem to have stepped out of the past as they demonstrate facets of life from bygone days while exhibitions showcase a range of artefacts including toys, furniture and paintings. Breda is sure to delight both gentlemen and ladies as it’s renowned not only for its beer but also for being the custodian of the highest density of shoe shops in the Netherlands! This fortified city dates from the eleventh century and houses one of the country’s most astonishing gothic churches, the Great Church of Our Lady. Our final Dutch delight is our stop Gouda, famed not only for its cheese but also for the stained glass windows in its Great St John’s Church, deemed to be amongst the finest in the world. |
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Gems of Lake Garda & Shakespeare's Verona
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| 10 Days Select Tour |
| On this magnifico tour we stay in the stylish Italian resort of Riva del Garda and we’re treated to some of the most beautiful and emblematic sights in Italy. Once a Roman settlement, bustling Riva del Garda features winding streets and waterfront squares, a quaint harbour and sandy beach, turreted fortress and baroque church. Our packed itinerary takes us to the prettiest resorts that stud the banks of the lake as well as to the legendary city of Verona where you’ll be surrounded by history at every turn from Romanesque and Renaissance monuments to exquisite churches and their frescoes. Verona, of course, was also the romantic setting for Shakespeare’s Romeo & Juliet. |
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German River Cruises
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| 10 Day Door to Door Palmer Value |
We’re especially proud of these cruises aboard the ever popular river cruiser Prinses Christina. There are two great itineraries to choose from. Perhaps you’ll select a wonderful cruise along the regal Rhine and the magical Moselle that takes in a visit to the European gardening event of the year, Floriade 2012. Or maybe you’ll opt for a gentle glide through the mighty Rhine Valley to the unbelievably beautiful Black Forest. Either way, you’ll have the holiday of a lifetime! |
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Grand Duchy of Luxembourg
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| 6 Days Value Tour |
| Nestling between Germany, France and Belgium, the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg is an enchanting little country of striking contrasts and a beguiling history littered with Counts and dynasties. This fairytale haven is a land of lush rolling hills and verdant valleys, dazzling lakes and ancient woodlands, historic fortresses and picture-postcard hamlets. Our holiday is based in Vianden, tucked-away in a delightful spot near the border with Germany and towered over by an impeccably restored medieval castle. Lying in the valley of the Our River, this idyllic town is an area of outstanding beauty with pretty riverbank walks and a chairlift up the mountain giving panoramic views of the surrounding countryside.We venture out to visit lovely Echternach, cross the border to explore Trier, Germany’s oldest town and spend time in Luxembourg City. |
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Grand European Tour
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| 15 Days Select Tour |
| A long, leisurely tour of continental Europe was once an extravagance only the wealthiest could contemplate. Nowadays, thanks to Glenton, you too can follow in the footsteps of the aristocracy. Last year our Grand European Tour was such a soar away success we added a second date to meet demand. And we’re sure this year’s circuit will be just as popular. For 2013 our intriguing destinations feature an enchanting blend of historic cities, relaxing resorts and emblematic landmarks. Explore medieval Mulhouse, perfectly situated on the French, German and Swiss borders then chill out by the seaside in the chic Tuscany resort of Marina de Pietrasanta. Take a relaxing boat trip around Slovenia’s stunning Lake Bled as an enchanting prelude to your guided tour of Vienna’s architectural treasures. Then it’s off to Germany where we follow the Romantic Road to distinguished Rothenburg with its ancient city walls and gothic fountains. A perfect blend of captivation and relaxation. |
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Italian Lakes
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| 12 Days Select Tour |
| From our atmospheric base on the banks of legendary Lake Maggiore, this exciting tour allows us to discover the equally lovely lakes of Como and Lugano as well as spending time in the majestic cities of Milan and Turin. Despite this packed itinerary, we still have two days to lap up the unique ambience of Lake Maggiore with its palm trees, balmy weather, impressive architecture and soothing café culture. |
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Lake Bled & Ljubljana
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| 10 Days Select Tour |
| Tucked away in the heart of Europe where the Alps meet the Mediterranean, Slovenia boasts an ever-changing landscape. Based in stunning Lake Bled, wherever you go you’ll be surrounded by a fairytale backdrop of mountains and lakes, towers and castles. |
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Lake Garda, Venice & Verona
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| 12 Days Value Tour |
| Awe-inspiring Lake Garda is the largest and most celebrated of the Italian lakes. Our leisurely twelve day trip to this unspoiled paradise gives you plenty of time to relax by its banks and marvel at the pastel-painted villages reflected in the shimmering water. We are based in Toscalano-Maderno, an especially delightful corner of the lake known the world over as the “Riviera of Lemons”. Our fabulous Italian adventure also takes us to several of the other gorgeous resorts that stud the glistening shores of the lake as well as to the equally enthralling historic cities of Venice and Verona. |
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Pied Piper & the scenic Harz Mountains
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| 7 Days Select Tour |
| This exciting tour is a wonderful blend of rustic sightseeing and urban sophistication. Our base is the vibrant German city of Hanover, where the many attractions include acres of green spaces and the spectacular man-made lake known as the Maschsee. Be sure to see the Opera House, the City Hall and the fascinating Aldstadt or “old city” which is composed of forty buildings that were left standing after the Second World War and moved to the one spot. We also visit the unbelievably beautiful Harz Mountains region and the historic city of Hamelin where we follow in the mesmerising footsteps of the Pied Piper. |
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Portugal's Silver Coast
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| 12 Days Select Tour |
| Located on the extreme west of Europe, Portugal borders the Atlantic Ocean with pristine beaches endowed with a rare beauty. Stretching from Lisbon to Fiqueira da Foz, its sparkling Silver Coast gets its name from the effect of the sun on the ocean waves. Here you will find picturesque villages dotted along the glorious coastline and discover the real Portuguese way of life. Once a fishing village, our resort of Vieira de Leiria has a sandy beach lined with bars and terraces along with great architecture and a variety of shops. We delve into more of Portugal with excursions to the charming capital of Lisbon, built on a series of hills offering stunning vistas from every angle and we discover the bohemian lifestyle of Coimbra, a university city on the banks of the River Mondego. |
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Spectacular Switzerland
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| 10 Days Select Tour |
| Famous for its tranquil landscapes and peaceful people, Switzerland is a truly unique and welcoming destination. Three of Europe's most distinct cultures come together in this extraordinary nation that merges influences from Germany, France and Italy whilst retaining its own fascinating identity. Our base for this exciting holiday is the Alpine town of Bad Ragaz, a long-established spa resort where the many sights include the old Pfafer Spa with its museum and Paracelsus Memorial. The nearby Sargens Museum incorporates a folk museum and the Giessenpark is ideal for a scenic stroll. We include a train ride that demonstrate the immense beauty of the region and a guide of the countries capital Zurich. |
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Terrific Tuscany
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| 12 Days Select Tour |
| For many decades Tuscany has been one of the most popular tourist destinations on the enchanting west coast of Italy. There are numerous reasons why the region exercises this enduring magnetism on visitors. Stroll through the impressive streets of Florence and gorge yourself on exquisite Renaissance art and architecture in Europe, as well as some of the most tempting dishes and finest wines to be found anywhere. By way of contrast, relax with a book on the glorious beaches close to our hotel or enjoy a twilight stroll through picture postcard scenery. Based in the classic Italian seaside town of Marina di Pietrasanta, our holiday itinerary has been carefully planned to ensure you go home having seen all of the very best that this magical part of Italy has to offer. |
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Three Countries River Cruise
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| 10 Days Value Tour |
| The meandering waters of the Moselle showcase some of Europe’s most picturesque river cruising as they lap embankment-hugging vineyards and border enchanting towns. Uncover the delights of the Moselle and the smaller River Seille and River Saar as you cruise upstream from France and along the boundaries of Luxembourg and Germany. And when you step ashore, explore impossibly pretty medieval towns and villages where time appears to have stood still. |
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