Majestic Europe without Disney

14 Day Tour

14 Days – Majestic Europe without Disney (Code: MJEP)

Early Bird Offer

Book 12 weeks in advance £120 OFF per adult & child
Book 10 weeks in advance £75 OFF per adult & child
Book 6 weeks in advance £40 OFF per adult & child

Tour Highlights

Belgium

  • Atomium Structure photo stop
  • Walking Tour of Brussels view the Grand Place & Manneken Pis Statue

Netherlands

  • Keukenhof Tulip Gardens OR Madurodam Model Village with entrance
  • Amsterdam Canal Cruise with entrance
  • Cheese & Clog Demonstration with entrance

Germany

  • Cologne visit: Cologne Cathedral
  • River Rhine Cruise with entrance and complimentary tea
  • Heidelberg Castle: photo stop
  • Black Forest: drive through the scenic region
  • Free time to explore Lake Titisee

Switzerland

  • Mt Jungfrau with entrance
  • Mt Titlis with entrance
  • Rhine Falls: The largest plain waterfalls in Europe
  • Geneva City Tour: view Flower Clock, UN Building, Jet d’Eau, and more
  • Lucerne City Tour: view the Lion Monument & Chapel Bridge
  • Interlaken: Free time to explore & shop

Liechtenstein & Austria

  • Vaduz: photo stop
  • Golden Roof: view and free time to explore Innsbruck City
  • Swarovski Crystal Museum with entrance

Italy

  • Venice
    Boat ride to St. Marks Square, Gondola Ride with entrance
  • Rome
    City Tour with local guide, Colosseum photo stop, view Trevi fountain, Roman Forum.
  • Florence
    City Tour with local guide, Statue of David at Piazza Michelangelo, Ponte Vecchio, view the Piazza Della Signoria, Basilica of Santa Croce (from outside) and The Duomo
  • Pisa view the Leaning Tower (from outside) & The Duomo

Vatican

  • St Peters Basilica & Square

France

  • Eiffel Tower (Top Floor*) with entrance
  • River Seine Boat Cruise with entrance
  • Versailles Gardens with entrance
  • French Perfumery included
  • Carrousel du Louvre (Louvre Museum entrance not included)
  • Paris Orientation Tour
  • Paris Illumination Tour included in your price
*Subject to Availability – In the event of the Eiffel Tower restricitng access/closure the ticket price difference for the restricted floor will be reimbursed. Eiffel Tower during national holidays or events may be substituted by Montparnasse tower or will be refunded.

Price Includes

  • Return transportation by deluxe AC coach from your selected pick-up point
  • Return channel crossing via Eurotunnel or Ferry
  • 13 nights accommodation in a 3/4* hotel with breakfast
  • 12 Indian dinners, 1 continental dinner, 11 vegetarian lunches, and 1 continental lunch
  • Entrances and sightseeing as mentioned in Tour Highlights
  • All tips and service charges
  • Premium service of a Star Tours’ Representative
  • ABTA Legal Protection

Pick Up Points/Drop Off Points

You can now call us and select to have Brussels Airport (BRU) as a pick up at 13:30 from the Information Desk on Arrivals Level 2.
(At a supplement of £35 ($50) per person)

You can also select Charles de Gaulle Airport, Paris (CDG) as a drop off. Drop off time will be approx 14:30.

Passengers who select the Brussels Atomium as their pick-up point for this tour will not be able to join the Brussels sightseeing tour, as it is conducted prior to the group arriving at the Atomium.

Hotels

  • 2 nights at Hotel NH Eindhoven Koningshof or similar
  • 1 night at Hotel Residenz or similar
  • 3 nights at H+ Hotel & Spa Engelberg or similar
  • 1 night at Hotel Stay Inn or similar
  • 1 night at Sheraton Padova or similar
  • 1 night at Hotel La Giocca or similar
  • 1 night at Hotel Lago Verde or similar
  • 1 night at Adagio Thoiry Hotel or similar
  • 2 nights at Novotel Massy or similar

The Star Difference

  • Excursion to Mt. Titlis & Mt. Jungfrau included in your price
  • Enjoy Indian lunch at Mt. Jungfrau
  • Enjoy a complimentary tea at River Rhine Cruise
  • Enjoy a complimentary Italian ice cream in Italy
  • Gondola ride in Venice included
  • Paris Illumination Tour included
  • Tips and service charge included
  • ABTA Protection

Disney Infromation:

Download the Disneyland Paris app on your smartphone or tablet in order to consult the Disney Park Guide and access real-time information about shows and parades. The app also features attraction queuing times and detailsof any attraction closures.

Additional Excursions

Excursions Adult Child
Zurich City Tour 5 Euros Free
Rome Night Tour 20 Euros Free
Ice Flyer 12 Euros 6 Euros
(6 – 15 Years)
Please note: Due to the Vatican’s Holy Year celebrations in 2025, including the rare occurrence of the opening of the Holy Doors, which only happens once every 25 years, there may be changes to the Rome portion of your itinerary. Access to areas like St. Peter’s Basilica may be restricted, especially during key events. We will do our best to provide alternative visits to other monuments if required. While we aim to keep you informed, some changes may be confirmed closer to your tour date or whilst on tour Book Now

Tour Itinerary

Note
You can join this Tour directly in Europe to avoid coming into the UK.
You can start on Day 1 in Brussels and on the last day leave at CDG Airport in Paris.

Day 1

London – Calais – Brussels – Netherlands (Distance: 550 Kms)


Today morning join up with your coach and depart towards Dover for your crossing to Calais or Dunkerque; you will require your passports at hand as we will cross the UK and French immigration, as well as security. The crossing on the ferry will last approx. 90 Minutes; 40 minutes if the crossing is from the Euro Tunnel train. Once we are in mainland Europe we make our way towards Belgium, in the early afternoon we stop for Lunch, a picnic style buffet awaits you.

After Lunch, we continue to drive towards Brussels, the Capital of Belgium. On arrival in Brussels, we depart the coach and make our way on foot through the charming cobbled streets of Brussels to the Old Town. Here marvel at the “The Grand Place” or Grote Markt, which is the central square of Brussels. The Square provides wonderful opportunities to photograph the opulent guildhalls and the two larger and imposing edifices of the city’s Town Hall, and the King’s House or Breadhouse building containing the Museum of the City of Brussels. You can then continue down the adjacent street to see the Manneken Pis, an iconic 17th-century bronze fountain, depicting a naked little boy urinating into a fountain’s basin. The Manneken Pis can often be found dressed in costume during festivals. Before departing Brussels, we board the coach and do a photo stop at a giant stainless steel atom, known as the “Atomium”; originally constructed for the 1958 Brussels World’s Fair.

Note : On occasions there can be severe delays crossing the English Channel and therefore a city tour of Brussels will be replaced by city tour of Zurich on day four .

We then proceed towards our hotel and restaurant in the Netherlands. Depending on the hotel location we either go to the restaurant for our Indian dinner, or we head towards the hotel, where dinner will be served in one of the conference rooms by our very own caterers.
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Day 2

Keukenhof Tulip Gardens or Madurodam – Amsterdam (Distance: 190 Kms)


Today morning after breakfast, we visit the world renowned Keukenhof Tulip Gardens; famed for its breathtaking displays of flowers, Keukenhof has over six million bulbs that form a sea of flowers, between March and May, it is spread amongst 32 Hectares and is one of the world’s largest flower gardens, situated in Lisse, South Holland. (After early May departures Keukenhof will be closed for the season, and instead will be replaced by Madurodam model village – Madurodam is a miniature park and tourist attraction. It is home to a range of 1:25 scale model replicas of famous Dutch landmarks, historical cities and large developments).

In the early afternoon we make our way North of Amsterdam heading towards the Cheese and Clog farm. At the Cheese and Clog farm enjoy a briefing on the cheese making process and the uses of clogs in Dutch history and modern times from a local.

Later afternoon we head towards Amsterdam, the capital of Netherlands. Famous for its artistic heritage, and elaborate canal system and narrow houses with gabled facades. Enjoy this magnificent city from the Canal as the cruise that will take you through the intricate canal networks of Amsterdam.

We will then proceed in the evening to enjoy our Indian meal before we settle down for the final night in Holland, as the following day we check out and continue our tour towards Germany.
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Day 3

Holland – Cologne – River Rhine Cruise (Distance: 530 Kms)


Today morning after breakfast, we check out of the hotel and board the coach heading South-East through the Netherlands and making our way into Germany heading towards Cologne (Also known in German as Koln). We disembark the coach in Cologne and walk towards the Cologne Cathedral (Cathedral Church of Saint Peter) It is well renowned for its gothic architecture and was declared a World Heritage Site in 1996. It is also Germany’s most visited landmark. Inside you can admire the vast naïve, which itself is impressive, attracting an average of 20,000 people a day. Don’t forget to take to picture the Cathedral from the outside; the 157 meters Cathedral is truly a masterpiece; taking over six hundred years to construct and is one of the best-known architectural monuments in Germany. We then meet up and continue to walk towards our Indian restaurant for our lunch, before we board the coach again.

We continue our drive deeper into Germany before we board our boat for a tranquil and scenic board ride on the River Rhine. Here marvel at the amazing vineyards and national parks along the way, as well as the historic castles as you cruise along the longest river in Germany. Whilst aboard your cruise, enjoy a cup of tea to accompany the wonderful scenery, as you wind down the afternoon.

We then re-join our coach and make our way toward the Hotel. We enjoy a delicious Indian meal before we get our head down for the night, getting ready to check out tomorrow morning.
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Day 4

Heidelberg – Black Forest – Lake Titisee – Rhine Falls (Distance: 480 Kms)


After breakfast, we load our luggage on the coach. Today morning you may have a change of coach, seats and tour manager, as our combination tours will merge today morning. Your tour continues with new friends.

We then continue to the town of Heidelberg sitting on the footbed of the River Necker in Southwestern Germany. We carry out our short orientation tour of the small town taking in the views and history of the Old Bridge, which has picturesque views of Heidelberg Castle perched on the hill as well as the Old Church in the main town. Our short trip to Heidelberg concludes with a quick photo stop at the Old Town Square, before boarding the coach and head towards the Black Forest.

We continue our drive into South East Germany. Whilst we drive through the Black Forest, enjoy the tree-lined alpine views, and be fascinated by the deep gorges along the way. We then arrive at the small town of Titisee-Neustadt in the middle of the Black Forest, among dark fir trees, high hills, spectacular cliffs and gentle valleys sits the largest natural lake in the Black Forest, Titisee, which stretches for some 2 km (over 1 mile). Here enjoy some free time to wonder the quaint streets and relax by the lake or shop for locally made cuckoo clocks as well as a varied selection of souvenirs. After your shopping trip, we have our Indian lunch, before we head towards Switzerland.

We continue our journey heading South of Germany and into Schaffhausen a city in north-eastern Switzerland on the river Rhine, next to the German border. On arrival why not take the time to admire the prime tourist attraction of the Rhine Falls, Europe’s largest open-plain waterfalls. You have the time to enjoy a quick trip to the centre of falls on the erosion resistant rock or simply bide the short time we have here admiring the beauty from the banks of the River Rhine with the Wörth Castle in the backdrop.

Today you have an opportunity to conduct an optional tour of Zurich. Spend the one-hour free time that your tour representative gives you in the city centre to discover Zurich city by foot, with the main highlights including – The Fraumünster Church, renowned for its stunning stained-glass windows created by Chagall. The Grossmunster evangelical protestant church in the medieval old town, or simply admire the beautiful lake of Zurich. The free-time given to you to check out a snap shot of Zurich city centre.

We continue our journey from the Rhine falls toward Central Switzerland. We have our Indian meal either at the restaurant or the hotel before we settle in for our three nights at the hotel.
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Day 5

Mt. Jungfrau – Interlaken (Distance: 230 Kms)


We have an early breakfast today and head out on the coach towards Interlaken and Lauterbrunnen. Depending on the train reservation we will either do Interlaken or Mt Jungfrau first.

When we head towards Lauterbrunnen Valley, the deepest U-shaped valley in the world with either side rising a sheer 1000 meters. We have a jaw-dropping train journey on a cogwheel that takes us up to the top of Mt. Jungfrau at 3454 meters above sea level. At the top, have free time to explore the Ice Palace to view life-sized ice sculptures carved from the Glacier, visit the Sphinx observation tower for spectacular views of the Aletsch glacier and surrounding peaks, often said you could see as far as Italy on a clear day. Then spend your remaining time buying souvenirs and chocolates before we meet up at our meeting point at the top and go for our Indian lunch with spectacular views.

Today also spend time in Interlaken, a small town nestled between Lake Thun and Lake Brienz. The Höheweg is Interlaken’s main street which runs between Interlaken West and Interlaken Ost Railway Stations, spend the time shopping away for souvenirs along the high street or simply admire the rich views of the Bernese Alps. Why not wander through the Kursaal Garden, where you can see a 350 Kg statue of the renowned Indian filmmaker, the late Yash Chopra.

After a jam-packed day in Interlaken and Lauterbrunnen, we make our way back for our Indian meal and hotel. With a day full of memories get in a good night sleep for another adventurous day tomorrow.
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Day 6

Mt. Titlis – Lucerne (Distance: 90 Kms)


After breakfast today we ascend 10,000ft to the summit of Mt. Titlis. We take a small cable car or funicular depending on the time of the year before we take the world’s first revolving cable car, the Titlis Rotair. The Rotair makes one full revolution whilst we ascend to the top of Mt Titlis giving you a 360-degree view of the Uri Alps. Once we reach the top you can not only enjoy the breath-taking panoramic views of the surrounding Swiss landscapes, but you will have ample time to take pictures in traditional Swiss outfits, buy souvenirs and walk the highest Cliff Walk, a suspended pedestrian bridge along the cliff of Mount Titlis 3,000 m above sea level, it is believed to be the highest elevation suspension bridge in Europe (subject to operation). Spend the morning playing in the snow and visit the ice caves.

On Mt Titlis, you can also enjoy the optional Ice Flyer (subject to operation). The Ice Flyer chairlift sweeps you smoothly and safely over crisp, virgin snowfields and icy depths. Some of the crevasses are up to twenty metres deep. Only on Mt Titlis can you expect such a fantastic glacier experience, and don’t forget to smile as you can purchase a perfect souvenir of your picture from the photo studio shop.

We make our way down in the early afternoon for our well-deserved Indian lunch from all the activities of the morning. Once our energy levels are back up from our lunch, we board our coach and make our way down from Engelberg to the beautiful city of Luzern (Lucerne).

In Lucerne spend the time admiring Lake Luzern, the fourth largest lake in Switzerland, with Mt Pilatus, Mt Rigi and the Swiss Alps in the background, or take a wonderful walk around the Old Town and shop to your heart content in the pretty cobbled streets with top high street fashion names. Don’t forget to walk and view the Chapel Bridge also known as Kapellbrücke, the famous 204 meters long wooden covered bridge originally built in 1333, regarded as the oldest covered bridge in Europe. We later visit the Lion Monument, or the Lion of Lucerne, a rock relief, designed by Bertel Thorvaldsen. It commemorates the Swiss Guards who were massacred in 1792 during the French Revolution when revolutionaries stormed the Tuileries Palace in Paris. The carving has often been heralded as “the most mournful and moving piece of stone in the world”.

We board back onto the coach after another fun filled day heading for our evening Indian meal and hotel. It is time to pack our bags again for our checkout tomorrow morning where we make our way towards Liechtenstein and Austria in the morning.
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Day 7

Switzerland – Vaduz – Swarovski – Innsbruck (Distance: 400 Kms)


After breakfast, we load our bags on the coach and make our way East of Switzerland heading into one of the smallest countries in Europe, Liechtenstein. We have a shortstop in Vaduz, the capital of Liechtenstein. Here you can see the “Schloss Vaduz”, which is the Vaduz Castle. The castle hangs above Vaduz high above on the hills.

Late afternoon we reach Innsbruck, which is a city in the Alps. We go on a short orientation tour covering the main pragmatic sights of the Goldenes Dachl, a landmark structure located in the Old Town, It is considered the city’s most famous symbol decorated by 2657 shiny tiles.

We will also visit the Swarovski Crystal Worlds a museum, located in Wattens, Austria. The museum was built in 1995 in celebration of the 100th anniversary of the Austria based crystal company Swarovski. The museum features a cafe as well as a park surrounding the building. See the Chambers of Wonder at Swarovski Crystal Worlds, where international and national artists, designers, and architects have interpreted crystal in their own ways. Later why not even purchase some Swarovski yourself, or for your loved ones.

We board back onto the coach and head to our hotel and restaurant. Today evening enjoy a hot continental meal before we put our heads down for the night.
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Day 8

Innsbruck – Venice (Distance: 400 Kms)


We check out after breakfast today and make our way towards Italy. We spend the morning travelling through the Eastern Alps of Austria before making our way in the early afternoon to the Veneto region of Italy, the location of Venice. Once we reach the Venice region, we go for our Indian lunch at the restaurant before making our way to Venice.

On arrival at the Ports in Venice, we board our Vaporetto (Italian small boat) to make our way towards the main island and dock at San Marco. The main city of Venice is unique in its own right and holds many names; “The City of Water”, “City of Bridges”, “The Floating City”, and “City of Canals”, the names become very apparent as we glide through the Grand Canal. We then make our way to Piazza San Marco known as St Mark’s Square, the main square opens up to the impressive Saint Mark’s Basilica, the most famous of the city’s churches and one of the best-known examples of Italo-Byzantine architecture, as well as the famous St Mark’s Campanile (bell tower), one of the most recognizable symbols of the city at 98.5 metres high. You will have time to also picture the famous Bridge of sighs and the intricate Clock Tower known as the Torre dell’Orologio.

Later enjoy a Gondola ride through a few of the canals that make up the intricate 118 islands of Venice. Glide along the quaint canals and admire the architecture involved in building this lagoon city. The short gondola ride is a unique experience on a flat-bottomed Venetian rowing boat, well suited to the conditions of the Venetian lagoon.

We later head back of the vaporetto back to the coach and drive to our hotel and restaurant. Today evening enjoy a buffet Indian meal and settle in for the night.
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Day 9

Venice – Florence – Rome (Distance: 580 Kms)


Today after breakfast we check out of the hotel and board the coach for our drive towards Florence. We head down South-west towards Florence, before the evening where we drive towards Rome. Once we reach Florence, we go for our Indian lunch at the restaurant before making our way to the City. The coach will drop the group off in the city centre and drive away as they cannot remain in the city centre.

On arrival at our drop off point in Florence, we meet our local professional guide. The tour of this renaissance city and former capital starts by viewing the impressive architecture of some of the finest historic buildings in Italy. The guide will provide you an in-depth knowledge of some of Florence’s most iconic sights including the Duomo of Florence the largest brick dome ever created, along with photo stops at Basilica of Santa Croce, the final burial place of Michelangelo, statue of David replica, and the famous Ponte Vecchio Bridge on the Arno River. The tour of Florence will be a walking tour as many parts of the city are pedestrianised and only accessible on foot.

We then meet up with our coach towards the Arno River and proceed to make our way out of Florence. Just before we hit the highway we stop at the Piazelle Michelangelo, for the most outstanding views of Florence, the stop allows a panoramic view of the city and beyond. We stop for a quick photo stop here before boarding the coach and making our way to Rome.

We reach Rome in the evening, and we make our way to the hotel or restaurant for our meal and night stay.

Today the tour rep may conduct an optional tour of Rome by Night. The tour is conducted on the coach and includes Rome’s most beautiful sites to be admired at night in comfort of the coach and by foot. The subdued lighting of the Colosseum – the largest amphitheatre built during the Roman Empire, St. Angelo’s, St. Peters church and Piazza Venezia will provide you with wonderful photos. The tour will last 90 minutes, late into the evening.
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Day 10

Rome – Vatican City – Montecatini (Distance: 380 Kms)


Today morning we check out of the hotel and make our short drive towards the city centre of Rome. We will be spending time in Rome until the afternoon before we make our way to the Montecatini region of Italy near Pisa.

You will also be met with a local professional guide whilst in Rome. The guide will immerse you in the rich history of Rome and explain the key sights of Rome. The Rome tour will include a short photo-stop of the Colosseum, also known as the Flavian Amphitheatre and arguably one of the most recognised sights; the stop is surrounded by other sights such as Constantine arch. You will also see the Roman Forums, where ancient civilisation developed. Later you will visit the Vatican City, home to the Pope and the Roman Catholic Church to see the St. Peter’s Basilica, it should be noted that you should wear appropriate attire for a place of worship, as this is a stipulation of entry. We will then walk across to view the Trevi Fountains, arguably the most beautiful fountains in all of Rome, here enjoy a gelato ice cream. It should be noted many parts of Rome will be done on foot as places such as Trevi Fountain and Roman Forums are only accessible on foot.

In the afternoon we depart towards Montecatini, which is in the region of Tuscany for our overnight stay. We head towards our hotel and restaurant in the region. Today evening enjoy a buffet Indian meal, before settling in for our one-night stay.
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Day 11

Pisa – Geneva (Distance: 580 Kms)


After breakfast, we load our luggage on the coach and leave the Montecatini region and make our short drive towards the city of Pisa, best known for its iconic Leaning Tower.

On arrival in Pisa, we disembark the coach, and we make our transfer towards the Piazza dei Miracoli, we walk through the small market and enter the Piazza dei Miracoli through the iron gates, where the magnificent Leaning Tower of Pisa can be seen tilting since its completion in 1372, the 56m white-marble cylinder is the bell tower of the Romanesque, striped-marble cathedral that rises next to the tower. Also, in the piazza is the Baptistry, an ecclesiastical building constructed from 1152 to 1363.

We then walk to our restaurant for our Indian meal, before we transfer back to our coach on the outskirts of Pisa. In the early afternoon once we return to the coach we make our way towards Switzerland, heading towards the city of Geneva.

Once we reach Geneva in the evening, we make a couple of short photo stops. We make our way to the “Jardin Anglais”, known as the English Gardens. Here we stop for photos of the National Monument, which features lady Geneva and Lady Helvetica; also see the Flower Clock an iconic outdoor flower clock designed in 1955, made with colourful blooms that change seasonally, and finally of the Jet d’Eau (subject to operation), a fountain, lit up at night, pumping half a cubic meter of water per second 140m into the air.

We then head towards the United Nations of Geneva (UNOG) for our second photo stop, the UNOG is the second-largest of the four major office sites of the United Nations and situated in the Palais des Nations building constructed for the League of Nations between 1929 and 1938. Capture an amazing picture containing all the flags of the countries of the United Nations.

We then finish our quick trip to Geneva by heading towards the restaurant and hotel. We have our buffet Indian dinner before we pack in for the night.
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Day 12

Geneva – Paris (Distance: 580 Kms)


Today after breakfast check out of the hotel, and we make our way towards Paris. You will not be reaching Paris until late in the afternoon, and we will be stopping on route for Lunch. The lunch stop will only sell continental food, and there will be no fast food restaurants located within the services.

On arrival in the “City of Lights” – Paris, we make our way to the renowned, and world recognised the Eiffel Tower. Your journey will take you to the top of the Eiffel Tower. It should be noted that as the Eiffel Tower is the worlds most visited paid monument you should expect long security and ticket queues as reservations are not always available. Additionally, you will be provided tickets for the highest floor possible, should the top floor ticket not be available or closed then the ticket difference will be reimbursed to you on the completion of your tour. On instances we may conduct Montparnasse Tower, where the Eiffel Tower is closed due to national holidays, Bastille day parades etc., or non-operational due to any other reason, an advanced warning will not be given in relation to the change of monument.

In the evening we will then make our way to the restaurant for our group buffet meal, on the allocation of our entry time enjoy your Indian dinner and then settle back in your seats on the coach for a night tour of Paris.

We then commence the Paris Illumination Tour, which lasts 90 Minutes and takes you around the key sights of Paris at Night, see the Louvre, Arc de Triumphe, Concorde and Invalides from the comfort of your coach, with the magnificent street lights and monumental lights gravitating you towards the wonderful sights and monuments. See the Eiffel Tower sparkle on the hour, for five minutes immersing you in the city of Paris, and truly recognise why it has been nicknamed the “City of Lights”.

We then late in the night make our way to the hotel for our two-night stay. Get a good night’s sleep as more wonders await you tomorrow.
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Day 13

City Tour with Versailles Gardens (Distance: 90 Kms)


After your continental breakfast, we board the coach for our full day city tour. We start the day by making our way 27 Kms out of Paris and head towards the town of Versailles.

On arrival at Versailles make your way to the Garden of Versailles, a fine example of 17th-century French landscaping covering an area of more than 800 hectares. Use this free time to take mesmerising photos, souvenir shopping or simply relax admiring the Royal Lawns with the Grand Canal in the background. The gardens are landscaped in the classic French Garden style perfected here by André Le Nôtre.

We then make our way back towards Paris, where we go to the restaurant for our Indian lunch, after our meal we continue to the city centre of Paris, heading towards the Arts-et-Métiers quarters of Paris.

We then visit the Fragonard Perfume Museum and get a brief insight into the origins of the different type of fragrances and the history of the Fragonard brand, you then have a chance to purchase some unique French fragrances, soaps, candles and more.

We then visit famous ”Carrousel du Louvre” home to the famous glass pyramid, here you can buy your own ticket to visit museum and view some of the famous artefacts and sculptures housed here. Why not take the short time we have here to see the ‘Mona Lisa’ or Marley horses, or simply bide the time shopping for loved ones.

In the evening we will then make our way to the restaurant for Indian dinner, on the allocation of our entry time enjoy your meal and then we continue back to the hotel, getting ready to check out of the hotel tomorrow.
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Day 14

Paris – Calais – London (Distance: 460 Kms)


Today morning we check out of the hotel after breakfast and load the luggage depending on your final drop off point.

We then make our way back to the centre of Paris, where we embark on the famous “Bateaux” cruises of Paris for our one hour cruise along the River Seine, we cover the stunning architecture that Paris has to offer on sights such as the Grand Palais, Petite Palais, Pont Alexandre 3rd bridge, National Assembly, Invalides and of course the spectacular Eiffel Tower. The glass-covered boat is at your disposal, choose to sit inside or outside whilst listening to the commentary of the sights.

Whilst travelling around Paris over the last two days you would have covered various other sights including the Vendome, home to the Ritz Hotel; Concorde square made famous during the French revolution and Avenue des Champs Élysées, the largest tree-lined boulevard in Paris.

We then depart Paris and make our way towards Calais, not before stopping at an Indian restaurant for our last meal together. After Lunch, we continue to make our way back to London.

The journey back we say goodbye to friends we have made along the way as we drop off those getting off on the route.

Once we reach Calais, we cross over back into Dover or Folkestone depending on our crossing schedule for the tour on the day. We continue our journey towards Wembley and dropping passengers off at their respective drop-offs.
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Important Notes
On occasions, due to large events, traffic, logistics and availability of reservations, it may be necessary to change the above itinerary. However, all aspects of the itinerary will be covered. In the event of the Eiffel Tower restricting access the price difference for the restricted floor will be reimbursed. Eiffel Tower when closed during national holidays or events may be substituted by Montparnasse tower or will be refunded.

As coaches are prohibited in certain parts of Pisa, Rome, Florence and Venice majority of the tour will be conducted by walking. Please note on occasions during peak season maximum occupancy per room will be 2 persons, in which case an alternative room configuration will be provided.

B=Breakfast, L=Lunch, CL=Continental Lunch, D=Dinner, CD=Continental Dinner Book Now

Other Information

DEPARTURE DATES ADULT from CHILD (2-11 YRS) from
Nov – 02 (2024) $3,245.00 $2,595.00
Mar – 29 $3,625.00 $2,940.00
Apr – 05, 12, 19, 26 $3,680.00 $2,980.00
May – 03, 05, 07, 10, 12, 17, 19, 24, 26, 31 $3,760.00 $3,005.00
Jun – 02, 07, 09, 14, 16, 18, 21, 23, 25, 28, 30 $3,690.00 $2,995.00
Jul – 02, 05, 07, 09, 12, 16, 19, 23, 26 $3,735.00 $2,995.00
Aug – 02, 09, 16, 18, 23, 27, 30 $3,735.00 $2,995.00
Sep – 06, 13, 20 $3,690.00 $2,995.00
Oct – 04, 11, 18 $3,610.00 $2,925.00


Price per person based on 2/3 adults sharing a room

Child 2 – 11 years must share a room with 2/3 adults

Infants 0 – 23 months price is from $775 for a seat in coach only

Max occupancy per room is 3 person (excluding infants)

$405 reduction will apply for 2nd child without a bed

Single supplement will be an additional $920

Early Bird Offer
Book 12 weeks in advance and get $165 OFF per adult and child
Book 10 weeks in advance and get $105 OFF per adult and child
Book 6 weeks in advance and get $55 OFF per adult and child


Discover general information about our tours by clicking here . Additionally, should you have any questions, our Frequently Asked Questions page may already contain the answers to your questions.

Country Capital Currency Visa Required Time Zone Electricity Country Code
Belgium Brussels Euro Schengen UTC + 1 230V,50Hz +32
Netherlands Amsterdam Euro Schengen UTC + 1 230V,50Hz +31
Germany Berlin Euro Schengen UTC + 1 230V,50Hz +49
Switzerland Berne CHF (Euro is accepted at many places*) Schengen UTC + 1 230V,50Hz +41
Liechtenstein Vaduz Swiss Franc Schengen UTC + 1 230V,50Hz +423
Austria Vienna Euro Schengen UTC + 1 230V,50Hz +43
Italy Rome Euro Schengen UTC + 1 230V,50Hz +39
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*Change will be given back in local currency

In most of Western Europe, the currency you will require will be Euros. However, you will need Swiss Francs (CHF) when travelling in Switzerland. It is possible to make purchases in Euros at selected establishments in Switzerland, but please note that change will typically be given in CHF.

We advise passengers to exchange any spending money before they travel. Whilst on tour, exchanging currency can be very inconvenient, and not all places we visit will have ATMs or accept credit/debit cards.

We also recommend passengers keep some change in coins on hand, as using toilets in many parts of Europe is not free.

Please note that USD, GBP, or travellers’ cheques are not widely accepted at locations on this tour.

An important point to note whilst on a touring holiday is that some long journeys are unavoidable, especially when travelling from city to city.

It is advisable that passengers carry necessities that they may need for the day such as water, dry snacks, cameras, etc., in their hand luggage.

It should be noted that the travel times are extensive on this tour.

Please see a summary of the distances you will be covered below:

From To Distance in kms(Approx) Travelling Time(Approx)
Wembley Dover 159 2hrs 30mins
Calais Brussels 200 2hrs 45mins
Brussels Atomium Structure 7 20mins
Atomium Structure Zoetermeer 172 2hrs
Zoetermeer Madurodam 17 20mins
Zoetermeer Keukenhof Tulip Gardens 37 40mins
Madurodam Volendam 60 1hr
Volendam Amsterdam 22 30mins
Amsterdam Zoetermeer 53 1hr
Zoetermeer Cologne 270 3hrs 30mins
Cologne Boppard 121 1hr 30mins
Boppard Limburgerhof 135 1hr 30mins
Limburgerhof Heidelberg 42 40mins
Heidelberg Black Forest 206 2hrs 15mins
Black Forest Rhine Fall 74 1hr 15mins
Rhine Falls Zurich 53 1hr
Zurich Engelberg 86 1hr 15mins
Rhine Falls Engelberg 144 2hrs
Engelberg Interlaken 85 1hr 20mins
Interlaken Grindelwald (Jungfraujoch) 20 30mins
Engelberg Lucerne 35 40mins
Engelberg Innsbruck 349 4hrs 15mins
Innsbruck Venice 389 4hrs 15mins
Venice Rome 546 6hrs
Rome Florence 291 3hrs 15mins
Florence Pisa 102 1hr 45mins
Pisa Geneva 544 6hrs 30mins
Geneva Paris 540 6hrs
Paris Calais 296 3hrs
Above is for indication purposes only
Calais Brussels Amsterdam Köln Heidelberg Strasbourg Mannheim Rhine Falls Engelberg Luzern Interlaken
Calais 200 370 419 652 652 631 800 887 853 905
Brussels 200 212 220 563 429 433 708 695 661 714
Amsterdam 370 212 267 506 608 499 772 871 838 890
Köln 419 220 267 254 354 244 520 619 586 638
Heidelberg 652 563 506 254 139 19 272 371 337 389
Strasbourg 621 429 608 354 139 137 181 268 235 287
Mannheim 631 433 499 244 19 137 285 382 349 401
Rhine Falls 800 708 772 520 272 181 285 144 110 222
Engelberg 887 695 871 619 371 268 382 144 35 86
Luzern 853 661 838 586 337 235 349 110 35 68
Interlaken 905 714 890 638 389 287 401 222 86 68
Geneva 821 786 992 740 491 389 503 324 298 265 215
Bern 854 663 839 587 338 236 350 171 146 112 56
Zurich 842 650 827 575 326 223 338 53 85 52 118
Vaduz 950 758 887 635 386 331 398 149 165 131 198
Innsbruck 1141 947 994 742 510 542 522 287 349 315 382
Verona 1245 1045 1230 978 729 627 741 489 393 412
Venice 1360 1169 1345 1093 844 742 856 604 513 508 527
Rome 1682 1490 1667 1414 1166 1064 1178 926 835 830 848
Florence 1382 1199 1368 1116 906 793 908 690 586 580 578
Pisa 1358 1192 1368 1116 888 765 879 627 531 550 569
Paris 296 311 508 499 542 487 522 702 701 667 628


Amsterdam Canal Cruise The Amsterdam Canal Cruise provides a relaxing view of the city’s charming architecture and famous canals. Cruises last around 60 minutes, passing landmarks like the Anne Frank House and Skinny Bridge. Depending on the day, the cruise takes a different path through the city, depending on the amount of traffic on the canals and the size of the boat

Cheese & Clog Factory At the Cheese & Clog Factory, visitors can witness the traditional Dutch craftsmanship of wooden clog-making and cheese production. Taste authentic Dutch cheeses such as Gouda and explore the souvenir shop for local products. Be aware that cobblestone pathways may present challenges for those with mobility issues.

Eiffel Tower The Eiffel Tower is one of the most iconic landmarks in the world. Timed access to the 2nd floor provides stunning views over Paris. For those wishing to visit the summit, separate tickets are required, and queues can be very long. Expect a long wait in the queues, especially during peak tourist seasons.

Fragonard Perfumery At the Fragonard Perfumery, visitors can learn about the art of perfume making. The guided tour includes a visit to the laboratory and a chance to purchase exclusive fragrances. Take advantage of the opportunity to discover how perfumes are crafted using traditional methods.

Interlaken Nestled between two lakes and surrounded by the Swiss Alps, Interlaken is a hub for outdoor activities like hiking and paragliding. While on tour, explore the picturesque town, and don’t miss the views of the surrounding Jungfrau Region.

Keukenhof Gardens Keukenhof, one of the most extensive flower gardens in the world, boasts 7 million bulbs. Visits are timed to allow a glimpse of its vast beauty, so it’s essential to plan by checking the Keukenhof website to prioritise key areas, such as the Windmill, Tulip Mosaic, and themed gardens. The expansive grounds require comfortable walking shoes, and early planning helps make the most of the limited time available.

Lake Titisee Located in the Black Forest of Germany, Lake Titisee is a scenic spot and offers a chance to explore the charming lakeside town. Known for its crystal-clear waters, the lake is a popular spot for relaxing walks and purchasing local crafts such as cuckoo clocks.

Louvre Museum The Louvre, the world’s largest art museum, houses over 38,000 works. Entrance tickets are not included in the tour, and advance booking is recommended. Focus on highlights such as the Mona Lisa, Venus de Milo, and Winged Victory of Samothrace. Use the Louvre website to plan your visit, as time may be limited.

Madurodam Model Village At Madurodam in The Hague, visitors can experience a miniature version of the Netherlands, including famous landmarks like Schiphol Airport and Rijksmuseum. The park is expansive, so wear comfortable shoes and use the Madurodam app for a guided tour.

Mt. Jungfrau Mt. Jungfrau, known as the Top of Europe, offers a breathtaking experience with the Jungfrau Railway, taking you to an altitude of 3,454 meters. At the summit, visitors can explore the Ice Palace and Aletsch Glacier. Given the high altitude, temperatures can drop to freezing even in summer, so warm clothing is essential.

Mt. Titlis A visit to Mt. Titlis offers a thrilling cable car ride to the summit, where you’ll experience the Glacier Cave and Titlis Cliff Walk, Europe’s highest suspension bridge. Prepare for cold temperatures, even in summer, and wear sturdy footwear for exploring snowy areas.

Rhine Falls As Europe’s largest waterfall, Rhine Falls provides awe-inspiring views. You can take a boat ride close to the falls or enjoy the view from various platforms. The pathways near the falls can be slippery, so non-slip footwear is recommended. Explore surrounding trails and viewing points for a complete experience.

River Rhine Cruise This scenic cruise along the River Rhine offers spectacular views of castles, vineyards, and quaint villages. Lasting 1 hour, the cruise provides comfortable seating, both indoor and on deck, and is ideal for photography enthusiasts. Be prepared for cooler temperatures on the water.

River Seine Boat Cruise A Seine River cruise offers a leisurely way to take in Paris’s top sights, including the Eiffel Tower, Notre-Dame Cathedral, and Musée d’Orsay. Cruises typically last around 1 hour.

St. Peter’s Basilica Located in Vatican City, St. Peter’s Basilica is a sacred site and a place of worship. Visitors must wear modest clothing (no shorts, bare shoulders, or revealing attire). Inside, you can see Michelangelo’s Pietà.

Swarovski Crystal World Located in Wattens, Austria, Swarovski Crystal World offers a dazzling display of crystal installations, including the Crystal Dome and Crystal Cloud. The outdoor garden features beautiful sculptures and a labyrinth, making it a relaxing addition to the indoor exhibits. Prepare for both indoor and outdoor exploration by dressing accordingly.

Venice Gondola Ride A gondola ride through the canals of Venice is a unique experience. Each gondola holds up to five passengers and is typically shared with others. Private gondolas are not available on this tour. The ride offers scenic views of Venice’s historical buildings and bridges.

Versailles Gardens The visit to the Gardens of Versailles will be limited to the garden areas, and entry to the Château itself may not be possible due to time constraints and visitor numbers. The gardens are vast, so plan your time to see iconic sites like the Grand Canal and the Fountain of Latona.

Zurich City Tour – Discover Zurich city on foot, with the main highlights including – The Fraumünster Church, renowned for its stunning stained-glass windows created by Chagall. The Grossmunster evangelical protestant church in the mediaeval old town, or admire the beautiful lake of Zurich.

Ice Flyer – The chairlift sweeps you smoothly and safely over crisp, virgin snowfields and icy depths. Some of the crevasses are up to twenty metres deep. Only on Mt Titlis can you expect such a fantastic glacier experience.

Rome Night Tour – Rome’s most beautiful sites can be admired at night in the comfort of the coach and by foot. The subdued lighting of the Colosseum – the largest amphitheatre built during the Roman Empire, St. Angelo’s, St. Peters church and Piazza Venezia will provide you with beautiful photos.

Please note that not all hotels on this tour will have air conditioning or kettles. If you require warm milk for a baby, we recommend bringing your bottle warmer and milk supply. Passengers may also want to carry a small travel iron and hairdryer, as these amenities may not be available in all hotel rooms.

In some European hotels, double occupancy rooms may consist of two single beds pushed together. We work with such hotels, so please be prepared for this arrangement.

If you use additional services such as the phone, minibar, or pay-per-view TV in your room, these costs are not included in the tour package and must be settled directly with the hotel upon checkout.

The maximum occupancy per room on this tour is three people. However, from March to May, some hotels may only accommodate a maximum of two people per room.

Passengers can choose from various meal options, including vegetarian, Jain, or non-vegetarian. Please note that Jain and Halal meals may not always be available. We ask that passengers inform the tour manager of their preferred diet on the first day of the tour. Meals are served as pre-set buffets, and menu choices are not available. Only tap water will be provided with meals. On some days, a pre-set continental meal may be served.

Breakfast will be provided at the hotels, usually in a designated dining area, and typically consists of a continental selection including tea, coffee, bread, cereals, fruit, and yoghurt.

Lunches are generally vegetarian, though there may be occasions when a non-vegetarian dish is offered. Dinners are typically served in a separate dining area within the hotel or at a restaurant. If you have any concerns about the ingredients in a dish, please consult your tour manager.

If you require specific allergen information, please get in touch with us in advance so we can assist you accordingly.

Passengers are advised to arrive at their designated pick-up point no later than 15 minutes before the scheduled departure time. Your invoice will clearly state the exact pick-up location, address, and time. If you have selected a pick-up point outside of Wembley, Southall, or East Ham, your precise pick-up time will be confirmed closer to your departure.

On the return journey from the continent, we are scheduled to arrive at Dover or Folkestone between 20:00 and 21:00 hours, after which we will proceed to the original London pick-up points. The anticipated arrival time in London is between 22:30 and 00:30 hours (the following day).

For passengers using our pick-up points services outside of London, transportation may be arranged via private car, minibus, or alternative coach for your journey to and from London. In rare cases, you may experience a wait of up to an hour for a connecting transfer upon your return. Passengers will receive a confirmation call from Star Tours the day before departure to finalise details.

Please note that Star Tours reserves the right to adjust pick-up times up to 12 hours before departure if needed.

For a comprehensive list of available pick-up points, please get in touch with us directly for more details.

When travelling to Europe, it’s crucial to ensure your passport and visa requirements are in order before departure. Passport Requirements:

Your passport must be valid for at least three months beyond your intended stay in Europe. It should also have been issued within the last ten years and/have sufficient blank pages for entry and exit stamps.

Visa Requirements:

If you are a national of India, Pakistan, or Bangladesh, you must obtain a Schengen visa before travelling. This visa allows entry into any of the 27 Schengen countries for short stays (up to 90 days within 180 days).

Ensure you apply for your Schengen visa well in advance, as processing times may vary.

Nationals of British, American, Australian, Canadian, and other visa-exempt countries currently do not require a Schengen visa for short stays (up to 90 days within 180 days). However, starting in 2025, all visa-exempt travellers (including British and American citizens) must apply for ETIAS (European Travel Information and Authorization System) before entering the Schengen Area.

The ETIAS application is a simple online process that requires travellers to provide personal information and pay a small fee (€7). Once approved, the authorisation will be valid for three years or until your passport expires.

Entry/Exit System (EES):

From Early 2025, the EES will be introduced across Schengen countries. This system will electronically record the entry and exit of all non-EU travellers, replacing manual passport stamping. Travelers’ biometric data (fingerprints and facial images) will be/recorded during their first entry into the Schengen Area.

If you need more information or assistance with your visa or ETIAS requirements, please don’t hesitate to contact us.

Visa Details & Document Required Embassy to Apply Reason Port of Entry/Exit
Applying from UK (Click Here) French Entry/Exit & Max Stay Calais, France/Calais, France
Applying from India (Click Here) Swiss Max Stay Calais, France/Calais, France


The weather across much of Western and Central Europe, including France, Germany, the Netherlands, Belgium, Italy, Portugal, Spain, Austria, Luxembourg, and Liechtenstein, can be variable and unpredictable, like in/England. Regardless of the time of year, carrying an umbrella and preparing for sudden weather changes is always advisable.

Temperature Variations:

France, Belgium, Netherlands, and Germany: In these countries, the weather can fluctuate widely depending on the season. Summers can bring temperatures around 25-30°C, while winters are much colder, often dropping below 5°C.

Spain, Portugal, and Italy: Southern European countries, particularly Spain and Portugal, tend to have warmer temperatures, especially in summer, when temperatures can reach 30-40°C. Coastal areas tend to be more temperate.

Austria, Switzerland, and Liechtenstein: Temperatures can vary dramatically in alpine regions, particularly in Austria and Switzerland. During high-altitude excursions, temperatures can range between 0°C and 2°C on mountaintops, even in summer, while lowland areas could simultaneously experience temperatures exceeding 30°C.

It’s a good idea to check the specific forecast for each destination before your trip, especially on a multi-destination tour, as you may encounter different weather conditions in each country.

Preparation Tips:

Layered Clothing: Bring a variety of clothing layers to adjust to changing temperatures throughout the day.

Winter Months: If travelling in winter, be aware that daylight hours are short, and sightseeing often happens in the dark. It gets dark in Northern Europe and the Alps, sometimes as early as 16:00 hrs.

Footwear & Accessories: Comfortable shoes, waterproof jackets, and cold-weather gear (for alpine regions) are highly recommended.

By preparing for various conditions, travellers can comfortably enjoy their time across these beautiful European destinations, regardless of season.

We welcome passengers using lightweight manual wheelchairs on our tours, provided the wheelchair can be stowed in the coach’s luggage hold. Passengers are encouraged to contact us in advance to ensure we can meet their specific mobility needs. Our staff will try to assist passengers with reduced mobility in compliance with the Regulations. Please note, however, that a family member or companion will need to be present to assist with pushing the wheelchair throughout the tour.

We will request accessible hotel rooms for wheelchair users wherever possible, but this depends on availability and cannot be guaranteed. We advise passengers to inform us of their requirements in advance so we can make the necessary requests.

Please be aware that specific destinations, such as Mt. Titlis and the Eiffel Tower, are inaccessible to wheelchair users. Additionally, locations like Brussels, Lucerne, Lion Monument, Pisa, Rome, Venice, and Florence have cobbled streets, which may make it difficult for wheelchairs to navigate. Passengers should take these factors into account when planning their trip.

Child Seat Requirements:

In most European countries, it is mandatory for children under the age of 12 years or shorter than 150 cm to use appropriate child restraints while travelling in a coach.

Children under seven years old or under 125 cm tall must use a child seat with a harness or/appropriate restraint system.

Children aged 7 to 12 years or between 125 cm and 150 cm tall must use a booster seat or a seat cushion.

The parent or guardian is responsible for providing a suitable child seat for their child. Passengers should ensure they bring the appropriate child restraint system that complies with local laws in the visited countries, as there may be minor variations in regulations across European nations.

Baggage and Packing Due to limited storage space on coaches, checking the baggage allowance for your tour before departure is essential. Ensure your luggage meets the size and weight requirements in your tour documents. Excess baggage may not be permitted.

Pack a small day bag for personal items, medications, snacks, and travel documents to keep with you during the journey, as accessing the main luggage may not be possible until designated stops.

Punctuality

Respect timings during stops; there will be scheduled comfort breaks and sightseeing stops throughout the tour. Be sure to return to the coach on time after each stop to avoid delays and respect the entire group’s schedule. Coaches operate on a strict timetable to ensure that all scheduled visits and activities are completed on time. Passengers who arrive late at any point may risk missing the coach, as drivers cannot wait beyond the allocated time for each stop.

The tour may sometimes involve changes in coaches or representatives, particularly when merging with other groups. Please adhere to the instructed times for these transitions to ensure smooth coordination.

Coach Facilities

While most coaches are equipped with WC facilities, they may be limited in availability. Using restroom facilities during scheduled breaks at rest stops is recommended to avoid discomfort.

Seating and Safety:

By law, passengers must wear seat belts where fitted. Seats are pre-assigned and given to you on the departure date. Seat requests are not taken under any circumstance.

Personal Health and Medication

Bring any necessary medications with you in your day bag. If you are prone to motion sickness, carry appropriate remedies or medications to ensure a comfortable journey.

If your tour includes high-altitude destinations, ensure you are medically fit to travel at such heights. Those with heart or lung conditions should consult a doctor beforehand. Pack sunscreen, sunglasses, and warm clothing, as temperatures can vary significantly at high altitudes.

Cultural and Local Etiquette

Be mindful of the local customs and etiquette, especially when visiting religious or historical sites. Dress modestly where required, and be respectful of local customs and traditions.

Electronics and Connectivity

Some coaches are equipped with USB charging ports, but this is not guaranteed. Ensure your devices are charged beforehand, and consider bringing a portable charger/power bank.

WiFi is unavailable on the coach, so bring along books, headphones, or downloaded movies and music to enjoy during long journey stretches.

Environmental Awareness

Be conscious of the environment during your tour. Carry a reusable water bottle to reduce plastic waste, fill up at restaurants and hotels, and dispose of trash properly at rest stops.

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