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London and Paris

A Cultural Journey

September 3 - 11, 2018

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To travel to London and Paris is to step into two of the most culturally and historically rich cities in the world. Six of London’s most significant cultural landmarks are listed as UNESCO World Heritage Sites. We will then cross the English Channel on the high-speed Eurostar Train. For centuries Paris has been a flourishing cultural center with its hundreds of museums, galleries and churches that grace nearly every part of the city. One of the best places to start a cultural journey is the Louvre. A visit to Versailles, lunch at the Eiffel Tower and an evening cruise on the River Seine add to the charm of this tour.

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B = Breakfast, L = Lunch, D = Dinner

Monday, 3 Sep 2018: Arrive London; City Sightseeing Tour; Welcome Dinner at Local Pub (D)
Schedule your arrival into London no later than 10:00am and take provided transfer to the hotel. The tour begins at 1:15PM in the lobby of the hotel. We will make introductions before departing for our city tour of London. See iconic sights such as the Houses of Parliament, Trafalgar Square, Buckingham Palace, St. Paul's Cathedral and Tower Bridge, to name just a few iconic places. Upon return to the hotel we will enjoy a light dinner at a local pub this evening. Overnight London - 4 nights

Tuesday, 4 Sep 2018: Tower of London; Westminster Abbey; High Tea (B,O)
We begin the day at the Tower of London to glimpse the crown jewels. After a quick lunch break, we head to Westminster Abbey, one of the world's great churches and an architectural masterpiece of the 13th to 16th centuries. Today, it's a living pageant of British history, from the shrine of St. Edward the Confessor, the tombs of kings and queens, and countless memorials to the famous and the great. It has been the setting for every Coronation since 1066 and for numerous other royal occasions. Later we enjoy afternoon tea, the quintessential English experience and the perfect way to end our day.

Wednesday, 5 Sep 2018: Windsor Castle and Town of Windsor (B)
We travel through the English countryside to Windsor Castle, home of the British royal family for more than 900 years and now the Queen's favorite weekend retreat. The castle was built in the 11th century after the Norman invasion and is the world's oldest and largest occupied castle. It is steeped in royal history and antique furnishings. We'll see the Gothic St George's Chapel, one of the most beautiful and impressive buildings in England and the final resting place for 10 monarchs. After visiting the castle, enjoy time exploring the town. We'll return to London late afternoon.

Thursday, 6 Sep 2018: Free Day in London (B)
Today is your day to experience aspects of London that most appeal to you. You may want to visit the world-famous British Museum, poke around Harrods, arguably the world's most famous department store, wander the world's largest antiques market along Portabello Road or peruse modern art at the Tate. You can even book a day trip to Stonehenge. Your WTT Tour Leader will have a sightseeing itinerary if you wish to spend the day with her. This evening would be a good time to see a play in the West End if you are interested.

Friday, 7 Sep 2018: Eurostar Train to Paris; City Sightseeing Tour; Seine River Cruise (B)
We catch the Eurostar train to Paris this morning for an enjoyable 2 1/2-hour journey that takes us under the English Channel and emerges in the French countryside before terminating in Paris. Upon arrival, we meet our guide for a sightseeing tour of the iconic sites of Paris. You'll see why Paris is regarded as one of the most beautiful cities in the world. Afterward, we check-in to our centrally located hotel and have time to relax and freshen up. Later this evening we see Paris from the Seine. Many historic landmarks line the river and a plethora of bridges span it, some of which are centuries old and designated as historical heritage sites in their own right. This night-time cruise is simply stunning. Overnight Paris- 4 nights

Saturday, 8 Sep 2018: Monet's Garden; The Palace of Versailles (B)
Our day begins in Giverny to see the gardens that inspired French Impressionist painter Claude Monet. After time for lunch in Giverny we visit the Palace of Versailles, the center of political power in France under Louis XIV. The breathtaking chateau features the King’s Grand Apartments, the Museum of the History of France and the Hall of Mirrors, where the Treaty of Versailles, ending the First World War, was ratified. We return to Paris late this afternoon.

Sunday, 9 Sep 2018: The Louvre Tour; Lunch at Eiffel Tower; Free Time (B,L)
A tour of the Louvre, originally a royal palace, will introduce us to the museum’s most famous works, including the Mona Lisa and Venus de Milo. The museum itself is one of the world's largest, the most visited, and a historic monument. Then, we're off to enjoy lunch at another Parisian landmark – the Eiffel Tower. After lunch, the rest of the day is at leisure.

Monday, 10 Sep 2018: Free Day in Paris; Farewell Dinner (B,D)
Today is yours to further explore Paris. Your WTT Tour Leader will offer suggestions on how to maximize this day. She will have a sightseeing itinerary if you wish to spend the day with her. Perhaps you'd like to explore the Tuileries Gardens or window shop along the Champs-Elysees or climb the impressive Arc de Triomphe. We end our adventure with a Farewell Dinner tonight at a local restaurant.

Tuesday, 11 Sep 2018: Return Home from Paris (B)
Sadly, our time together has come to an end. Based on the departure time you provide WTT, your Tour Leader will organize travelers into small groups so you can ride-share to the airport if you wish. You can also take the Air France airport bus or ride the RER suburban train.

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Room Share	Single Room	Non-Members	Status of This Tour
$4,254.00	$5,461.00	ADD $100.00	More than 1/2 Full

$500.00 Due at time of Reservation

Your Tour Includes...

HIGHLIGHTS and EXPERIENCES:
- Small group no larger than 18
- Tour London and Paris utilizing a combination of public and private transportation.
- Travel by Eurostar Train under the English Channel
- Visit and tour Windsor Castle, Tower of London and Westminster Abbey
- Versailles, The Louvre, Seine River Cruise
- WTT Tour Leader to enhance the individual & group experience
- Time to explore personal interests & suggestions for things to do
- And More...See itinerary for additional highlights and experiences

PLUS...
- All tipping of local guides
- Arrival transfer
- Arranged room sharing with another solo traveler
- Travel Dollar credits* toward future travel with WTT
(* Travel Dollars are a benefit of WTT membership

Lodging

London: Mercure London Kensington
Paris: Hotel Dauphine Saint Germain

In the unlikely event WTT is unable to provide the hotel accommodation(s) listed, for whatever reason, WTT will substitute similar quality accommodation(s) at no additional cost to the traveler.

Meals

- Breakfast daily
- 1 Lunch at the Eiffel Tower
- 1 Afternoon Tea
- 2 Dinners

Selections for the included lunches and dinners will highlight the local cuisine. Vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free dietary requests can be accommodated on this tour with limited selections.

Activity Rating

Is this trip right for you? This trip's minimum requirements require you be able to: 1) manage your own luggage without assistance, 2) keep up with the group's walking pace, particularly when traversing busy city streets, and 3) climb stairs.

In addition to the minimum requirements, the specific activities on this tour require a lot of walking, averaging 3-5 miles over the course of most days. In addition, the tour uses subways and trains, which require the ability to navigate multiple flights of stairs and board and exit the cars quickly and expeditiously. These are rated as follows:
- 60% Easy
- 40% Moderate (walking, stair-climbing)
- 0% Strenuous
If you are in doubt as to your ability to meet these physical activity requirements, you should not sign up for this trip.

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Want a Roommate...or not?

Traveling Solo? Most of the women on your tour are traveling solo!
- If you wish to share with another solo traveler, select this option on the Reservation Form and your tour price will automatically be based on the room share price.
- Or, you may select a single room, when available, on the Reservation Form and your tour price will be automatically based on the single room price.
- These choices are clearly stated on the Reservation Form.

A few facts about sharing a room:

- All shared rooms have 2 beds
- All shared rooms are non-smoking
- Your roommate will be of similar age
- Most solo travelers elect to share a room.
- See "Frequently Asked Questions" TAB for more details

Arrival and Departure Information

Travelers will make their own air arrangements as follows:
When searching for flights for this trip, be sure to search "Multi-city" (on Kayak.com) or "Multiple Destinations" (on Expedia)/ For comparison, you may also want to search for one-way fares.

- Arrival Airport: LHR - London, England (Heathrow Airport)
- Arrival Date: Monday, September 3rd. Arrive no later than 10:00am.
- Arrival Transfer: Transfer Included. Details will be provided in the Final Travel Instructions.

- Departure Airport: CDG - Paris, France (Charles de Gaulle Airport)
- Departure Date: Tuesday, September 11th. Depart at your convenience.
- Departure Transfer: Not Included. WTT Tour Leader will help facilitate ride-sharing.

Want to Arrive a Day Early?

Worried about possible flight delays? Consider arriving one day before the official tour start date. Many of our travelers choose this optional service. Your pre-tour package includes:

- The room (standard check-in times apply)
- Breakfast the following morning
- Transfer from airport to hotel
- Optional activity suggestions prior to tour
$326.00 Roomshare $493.00 Single

The pre-tour package is an optional service. Rates are established at time of tour posting. Early check-in is solely at the discretion of the hotel and cannot be arranged in advance.

Important Reminders About This Trip

- Travelers are required to have a valid passport. Most countries require your passport to be valid a minimum of six months after your return home date, and have at least two consecutive blank pages.

Payment Dates and Cancellation Policies

Important Payment Dates:
- At Space Reservation: Initial Deposit is due.
- Wednesday, 7 Mar 2018: Initial deposit forfeited if traveler cancels after this date.
- Saturday, 26 May 2018: Payment in full.

Please review our travel and cancellation policies before making your reservation. You will be asked to confirm you have read and understood WTT's travel polices before we will accept your reservation.

Travel Insurance: We highly recommend purchasing travel insurance to protect you in the event you need to cancel your tour. WTT will mail you information from 2 reliable travel insurance providers at the time we confirm your reservation.

You can review the insurance information from TravelGuard to get an idea of rates.

Not Included in the Price

- Airfare or other transportation from your home and return to your home,
- Departure transfers
- Meals and activities not specified in the itinerary,
- Any personal expenses,
- Any gratuities for WTT Tour Leader
- Travel Insurance

Important Reminders

- Travelers are required to have a valid passport. Most countries require your passport to be valid a minimum of six months after your return home date, and have at least two consecutive blank pages.

Packing Suggestions

In general the temperature, rainfall and humidity levels vary based on the time of the year. We suggest you monitor weather apps before you depart for the most current information. For weather refer to http://www.accuweather.com/en/world-weather. There is always a chance of rain in London.

For This Trip You May Want—

Lightweight but warm jacket/sweater for cool mornings and evenings
Inexpensive rain poncho or travel-sized umbrella, just in case
Sunscreen, sunglasses, and a hat
Washcloth or loofah as they may not be available in hotels
One smart-casual outfit if you'd like to dress up a bit for dinners
Bring what you need for a good night's sleep, such as earplugs, white noise generator, sleeping pills, etc. Unfamiliar noises of all types can disrupt your rest.

Good Packing Habits—

Pack a limited amount of comfortable, casual clothing that layer and coordinate. Your fellow travelers will not mind – or even notice – seeing you in the same clothing.
For longer trips, plan to do laundry half-way through the tour.
Bring only two pairs of everyday shoes: one pair of well-broken-in walking shoes, and a second pair that could do double-duty as a walking shoe or a slightly dressy shoe.
Pare down your beauty regimen to the bare minimum and always pack travel-sized toiletries.
Pack medication in your carry-on and pack only as much as needed for the duration of your tour plus a few extra day

Luggage

On every WTT tour, our policies regarding luggage restrictions are driven by a) the physical space limitations of the vehicles we use, b) the requirement that all travelers be able to manage their own belongings without assistance and c) the restrictions imposed by other forms of transportation such as trains.

It is best to travel as lightly as possible. Most travelers regret when they have packed too much.
Bring only one suitcase no larger than 26 inches high as measured from the FLOOR to the top of the retracted handle. The medium-size in a 3-piece luggage set easily meets this requirement and will be plenty roomy for this length of trip.
You are responsible for managing your own belongings. You must be able to manage your own bag and all other belongings while boarding the train to Paris on this itinerary. Trains do not stop long in stations and you will not have time to search for a porter. Luggage is stored in overhead bins on the train.
We expect you to take your belongings from the coach to your room and to bring it back to the coach on days we change hotels. We do not provide luggage pulls; they are not safe and are inconvenient.
Steps exist at most hotel entrances. On occasion the coach must unload passengers and luggage some distance from the hotel entrance.
If you carry a purse, it should be worn across your body, hands-free.

Fitness

Walking is a key component of all WTT tours. On some days, between walking tours and personal exploration you can expect to walk 4-5 miles over the course of a day, often on uneven terrain such as cobblestones or along busy city streets. This itinerary makes use of subways, hich require you to descend multiple sets of stairs and board and exit in an expeditious manner.

Health Recommendations

The standards for health and hygiene in London and Paris are excellent. You should practice the same hygiene rules as here in the US. While there are no specific vaccine requirements, you should be up-to-date on routine vaccinations while traveling to any destination. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) provides additional guidance at https://wwwnc.cdc.gov/travel/destinations/list. Please discuss any vaccine or health concerns with your healthcare provider.

Phone & Internet

Only you can determine your need to stay in contact while traveling. Internet access is available in most hotels, sometimes for a fee.

If you are bringing a cell phone, contact your cell phone service provider before departing about adding international calling and/or texting features. Texting internationally is often less expensive than placing a cell phone call.
Learn how to make an international call BEFORE you leave. Consult your cell provider and check out the web site www.HowtoCallAbroad.com.

Electricity

You may need to purchase an adapter. To determine the electric plug configuration needed for your destination, refer to http://www.iec.ch/worldplugs/list_bylocation.html. A universal adaptor supports a wide variety of sockets/plugs. You should also check your electronic devices for voltage compatibility. Many countries operate on 220V or 230V, which differs from most of North America. Most of today's electronics (laptops, phone chargers etc.) are multi-voltage and will work worldwide automatically, without a transformer. Consult your owner's manual for further details.

Money

Only you can determine the optimum amount of cash to take on tour. When budgeting for out-of-pocket expenses, there are several aspects to consider: the number of meals you are responsible for, the amount of money you like to have on-hand for snacks and drinks, and your individual shopping interests and habits.

Notify your credit card issuer that you will be traveling and provide the dates of travel.
ATMs are typically the best way to obtaining cash; they are found in most towns and cities; you must know your PIN number for your debit and credit cards in order to use the ATMs.
England's official currency is the Pound (GBP). The official currency used in France is the Euro.
Exchange $100 or so into local currency so you have cash upon arrival.
Be sure to keep cash on hand for cabs, tips, smaller purchases, etc.

Tipping

All tips to local guides during your tour have already been paid on your behalf.

You are responsible for tipping wait-staff, porters, or other individuals who provide a service to you at the hotel, or other public locations.
Many restaurants, pubs and hotels will include a service charge. If there is no service charge attached to the bill you should tip for good service. An appropriate amount would be 10-15 per cent of the total bill.
If you receive excellent service at a hotel a small tip is appreciated.
You may want to tip your WTT Tour Leader for an outstanding job. The amount is entirely a personal preference. If you'd like a guideline, consider $5-$8 per day.

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