Grand Tour Europe

The Grand Tour visits eight countries— England, Austria, Spain, Italy, Switzerland, Germany, France, and tiny Liechtenstein. You will hike the Alps, balloon over the Burgundy Valley, swim and sunbathe on the Spanish Mediterranean, and so much more.

We will start our journey in London, where we take in the British Museum, the London Bridge, and the Globe Theatre.

Then it’s off to France and the wonders of Paris! Here we visit the Eiffel Tower and the Louvre, while enjoying the famed French cuisine. We will also visit Dijon and the Burgundy Valley, for an experience unlike any other.

Next, we head to Zermatt for some of the most picturesque hiking in the world. Then it’s on to Munich, via Liechtenstein, to visit fairy-tale castles.

After a stay in historic Salzburg, we move to Venice, to explore the famed canals and bridges of this graceful city. Florence is next, with Michelangelo’s David and the Duomo.

A quick ride will find us in Rome. Here we will visit the Spanish Steps, the Trevi Fountain, the Colosseum, and the Forum.

Finally, we fly to Barcelona and tour its worldrenowned avant-garde architecture, relax on beautiful beaches, and discover why this is one of Europe’s most beloved cities.

COURSES

Grade 12 World History: The West & The World (CHY4U)
Grade 11 Fashion (AWI3M)
Grade 12 Fashion (AWI4M)
Grade 11 Photography (AWQ3M)
Grade 12 Photography (AWQ4M)

Note: A course material fee of $395 applies to:

Grade 11 Fashion (AWI3M) & Grade 12 Fashion (AWI4M)

This fee covers the following:
- entrance to galleries & museums related to fashion industry
- art supplies for graphical assignments
- facilities & supplies for sewing in Paris
- explore handmade lace production in Burano
- visit to leather production facilities near Florence
- meeting at a highly regarded fashion house

DATES (Subject to change)

July 4 to July 29, 2012

ITINERARY

Approximately 3 days in London, 3 days in Paris, 1 day in Dijon, 3 days in Zermatt, 2 days in Munich, Salzberg, Venice, Florence, 3 days in Rome, 3 days in Barcelona

What we will do in London:
Experience:
- The British Museum
- The Globe Theatre
- The London Bridge

What we will do in Paris:
Visit:
- The Eiffel Tower
- The Louvre

What we will do in Dijon & the Burgundy Valley:
- Hot air balloon flight

What we will do in Munich
Visit:
- Concentration camp at Dachau
- Marienplatz

What we will do in Salzburg:
Tour:
- Sound of Music highlights
- Getreidegasse
- Alter Markt Square

What we will do in Venice:
Explore:
- The famed canals and bridges
- Rialto Market
- Piazza San Marco

What we will do in Florence:
Experience:
- Michelangelo’s David
- The Ponte Vecchio Bridge

What we will do in Rome:
Visit:
- The Spanish Steps
- The Trevi Fountain
- The Colosseum
- The Forum

What we will do in Barcelona:
Experience:
- Gaudí architecture
- The beachfront boardwalk
- Las Ramblas
- Segrada Familia

FLIGHT INFORMATION

Wednesday July 4	Air Transat flight 322	Depart Toronto 9:55 pm	Arrive London Gatwick 9:55 am, July 5

Sunday July 29	Air Transat flight 281	Depart Barcelona 12:30 pm	Arrive Toronto 3:35 pm