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Hey, who is steering this bus. We are now in the countdown phase and getting excited for our adventure to Europe. In less than 36 hours we will be aboard our bus taking the group to SFO. It's time for last minute packing, last minute shopping and last minute sleeping. I'm adding our itinerary to this note, so you can travel along with us and anticipate each day's fun. Hold on to your hats as we are about to be transported 5727 miles away. (I hope we don't make a left turn, cuz then it will be more like 19,175 miles). Since we are not in Europe yet, I will not give the kilometers equivelent. Hey, if you are reading this post, you are already on the internet, so go look it up yourself. Aloha!!!!
Europe08 Tour Itinerary
Jul 10, 2008 Overnight Flight Depart from the USA.
Jul 11, 2008 Madrid Arrive in Spain's cosmopolitan capital and spend the day exploring Madrid.
Jul 12, 2008 Madrid Sightseeing with a local guide shows you the statue of Don Quixote at the Plaza de España. View the Royal Palace, Alcalá gate and the famous bullring, Las Ventas, before entering the Prado.
Jul 13, 2008 Packing Clothes
On no, Madame Robb can't decide what to take. I guess she will take everything in the closet. Burgos
This morning drive to the palace monastery of El Escorial. Continue to ancient Avila,one of the best preserved walled cities in Europe. After visiting Segovia and the dreamlike Alcázar, journey to Burgos.
Jul 14, 2008 San Sebastian A morning sightseeing tour of Burgos introduces you to the city that was home to Spanish hero El Cid. This afternoon drive to the coastal city of San Sebastian.
Jul 15, 2008 San Sebastian Today you are free to relax on the beach, or opt for a morning excursion to the Guggenheim Museum in Bilbao, with lunch.
Jul 16, 2008 Dordogne Valley This morning cross the Spain-France border and arrive in Biarritz. Continue on to Bordeaux, the wine capital of the world and a center for arts and culture. This afternoon journey to the Dordogne Valley for dinner and a night's rest.
Jul 17, 2008 Dordogne Valley Spend the day exploring the Dordogne region. See the pilgrimage site of Rocamadour, including a visit of Gouffre du Padirac caves. Also visit Sarlat-la-Canéda, a town so well preserved you will feel as though you stepped back in time.
Jul 18, 2008 Loire Valley This morning travel to the Loire
Munchies
Do we have enough snacks for the bus ride to SFO? Valley, stopping along the way to visit the towns of Poitiers (known for its Romanesque churches) and Limoges.
Jul 19, 2008 Paris Visit Chenonceau, the château of six women. Then discover mighty Chambord, the sprawling creation commissioned by Francis I. Continue on to Chartres Cathedral, famous for its precious stained-glass windows, before arriving in the City of Light for a night's rest.
Jul 20, 2008 Paris This morning a guided sightseeing tour shows you many of Paris' most famous sites such as the Arc de Triomphe, the Place de la Concorde and the bustling Champs-Elyseés. Stop for a photograph in front of Paris' most famous site of all, the Eiffel Tower and learn the history of this once not-so-popular attraction before continuing to Notre Dame. In the afternoon enjoy a trip to Louis XIV's Versailles. Tour the Hall of Mirrors before exploring the beautifully maintained gardens.
Jul 21, 2008 London Daytime journey by Eurostar train through the Channel Tunnel. In three hours arrive in London, the bustling capital where the old and new live side-by-side.
Jul 22, 2008 London A local guide introduces you to this fascinating city. See St. Paul's Cathedral, Trafalgar Square and
More Packing
I don't think all of this will fit in the suitcase that Mrs. Zaccone provided! the Changing of the Guard, if available. The afternoon is free for a Thames cruise or a visit to the British Museum.
Jul 23, 2008 London Enjoy an excursion to Bath, Stonehenge and Salisbury. Visit Bath before pondering the mysterious stone circles at Stonehenge. At Salisbury, visit the cathedral with its magnificent spire.
Jul 24, 2008 Departure Depart for the USA.
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Doug Elliott
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Very Cool Paul... Looking forward to the updates...
Paul (and crew), Looks like an aggressive schedule, but I'm sure you are up for the challenge. Will continue to monitor the Euro from here, and will toss a few your way if needed (brought home more than we thought on our trip - after emptying the luggage)... Good luck and safe travels... Our thoughts and prayers are with you... Doug