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Enchanting Europe

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SIGN up with Tafalgar to discover the best of Europe. Discover Europe from changing autumn leaves to fresh snowfall and the festive cheer of magical Christmas Markets in winter and a kaleidosco­pe of colourful flowers and bustling activities in spring.

Drawing on local expertise, Trafalgar brings you deeper into a destinatio­n, introducin­g you to local cultures, cuisine and history. Treat yourself to the best of the seasons and choose from its brand new trips or much- loved favourites this MATTA Fair.

A new addition to Trafalgar’s offerings is the much- anticipate­d six- day Northern Lights of Iceland. Explore Iceland with its stylish Nordic culture and the captivatin­g beauty of its steaming geysers, majestic glaciers and the Northern Lights.

In the capital Reykjavik, explore the rich Icelandic heritage as you visit major attraction­s, including the Hallgrimsk­irkja church, the Parliament House, the Old Harbour and the Skogar Folk Museum.

Delve into breathtaki­ng natural landscapes from the spectacula­r waterfalls of Seljalands­foss and Skogafoss to the ice cap Eyjafjalla­jökull, which covers a volcano and the black sand beach at Vik.

Get great photo opportunit­ies of the Strokkur geyser and the majestic Golden Waterfall in the Thingvelli­r National Park

Another highlight of this trip is the chance to soak in the natural geothermal spa in the world- famous Blue Lagoon.

From the romance of Verona to the beauty of the Isle of Capri, explore Italy’s most famous cities with Trafalgar’s 10- day Real Italy trip.

Discover Rome as you explore iconic landmarks such as the Vatican Museums, the Sistine Chapel with Michelange­lo’s frescoed ceiling, St Peter’s Basilica, Colosseum and the chariot- racing grounds of Circus Maximus.

Have a taste of Italy with the Be My Guest dinner at the historic Villa il Leccio in Florence and the Chianti vineyards and olive groves in Tuscany.

Other highlights include visiting the unique floating city of Venice, seeing the famous Juliet’s balcony in Verona, crossing the Bay of Naples to the idyllic Isle of Capri, and exploring the excavation­s of the ancient Roman town of Pompeii.

Six- day Northern Lights of Iceland: 10- day Real Italy:

Gain insights into the intriguing history and culture of Prague, Budapest and Vienna, with a pause in musical Salzburg on the 10- day Imperial Europe top seller. Visit Regensburg, an unspoilt medieval gem in Germany en route to Prague, “Paris of the East” and home to the thousand- year- old Prague Castle, St Vitus Cathedral and other magical bridges, gold- tipped towers as well as church domes.

Explore the Slovak capital of Bratislava with its eclectic Gothic, Baroque and Art Deco architectu­re. In Budapest, visit the famous Chain Bridge, the Unesco- listed Castle Hill district and the Fisherman’s Bastion to enjoy superb views across the Danube overlookin­g the Parliament and city.

Hop over to Vienna, one of the most culturally attuned cities in Europe, and westward to the historic city of Salzburg, the setting for The Sound of Music film.

10- day Imperial Europe: 13- day Highlights of Spain & Portugal:

See the very best of Mediterran­ean Europe with the 13- day Highlights of Spain & Portugal trip. Explore the lively cities like Madrid to see the Royal Palace, Puerto del Sol and the Cervantes monument. In Valencia, view the hanging houses built on the edge of cliffs over a deep gorge at Cuenca. Visit the Plaza de Espana, Maria Luisa Park, Giralda Bell Tower and the world’s largest Gothic cathedral in Seville. Admire the Unesco World Heritage site of the Hieronymit­e Monastery in Lisbon and the walled City of Avila in Spain.

Be inspired by amazing Islamic art, striking arches and Byzantine mosaics of the Cathedral Mosque of Cordoba and the magnificen­t example of Moorish architectu­re of the Alhambra Palace in Granada.

Mixing iconic sights and seasonal delights such as festive markets and illuminate­d landmarks, experience Europe at its most charming with Trafalgar’s top- selling eight- day Christmas Markets of Austria, Germany & Switzerlan­d trip. Explore the iconic monuments of Vienna with the Hofburg Palace, the Parliament, City Hall and the grand State Opera House.

Christmas Spectacula­r:

Experience Christkind­lmarkt, the Christmas Market in Salzburg, to indulge in delicious gingerbrea­d and shop for home- made wooden toys and seasonal gifts.

Indulge in Swiss delights on offer at the wooden stalls and carousels and traditiona­l music as part of the mix at the Christmas Market at Franziskan­erplatz, Lucerne.

Visit amazing landmarks such as the beautifull­y manicured Mirabell Gardens, Mozart’s birthplace and the Old City in Salzburg.

Visit Innsbruck for the 15th century Golden Roof and Old Town Square, Vaduz, for its picturesqu­e castle in the mountainou­s principali­ty of Liechtenst­ein, and Lucerne for the famous Chapel Bridge and the Lion Monument.

Save up to 17.5% and walk away with an exclusive gift when you book your holiday with Trafalgar. That’s not all, combine these with other discounts, including the 5% Frequent Traveller Discount, 5% Group Discount and Young Traveller Discount of up to 10%.

Visit Holiday Tours at Booth No. 1245- 1268 in Hall 1 or contact 03- 6286 6220 for more informatio­n.

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Be enchanted by the beautiful site of Portugal.
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The romantic floating city of Venice.
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Spring in full bloom in Florence, Italy.

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