2024 USD Dates & Prices

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 $260 for a seat in coach only

Max occupancy per room is 3 person (excluding infants )

$105 reduction will apply for 2nd child without a bed

Single supplement will be an additional $245

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 Details

*Change will be given back in local currency

Additional Excursions

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.

Paris Illuminations Tour – The tour lasts 90 Minutes and takes you around the key sights of Paris at Night, see the Louvre, Arc de Triomphe, Concorde, Invalides and the sparkling Eiffel Tower from the comfort of the coach.

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 purchase items in Euros whilst in Switzerland (selected establishments); however it should be noted that the change will be given back in CHF.

Passengers should exchange any spending money for their holiday before they travel. Whilst on tour, it is very inconvenient, and not all places you visit will have ATMs or accept credit/debit cards.

We also advise our passengers to keep some change in coins on them whilst on tour as using toilets in many parts of Europe is not free.

USD, GBP or travellers' cheques are not widely accepted at locations in this tour.

Distances

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:

Eurostar

Standard class tickets are included as part of your package. Please note seat selection on group booking is not possible. You are required to check-in with the group and individual check-in may not be possible. You are requried to check-in with the Tour Rep at London St Pancreas International 100 minutes before departure.

Amentities on board the Eurostar may vary, and Star Tours are not responsible for these services.

Your Standard class tickets include your baggage allowance, and no meals are included in the ticket price.

Children and Infants aged between 0 - 4 Years will not be provided a seat on the Eurostar train and will be required to sit with parents/guardian.

For security check and on board facility advice please see Eurostar's website by clicking here

Traveling with Eurostar

For a seamless and enjoyable experience, we kindly recommend that you arrive punctually at the station. Once you breeze through our checks, you can unwind in the departure lounge until it's time for your train to be announced. To ensure you have ample time for all pre-departure procedures, please adhere to the recommended arrival time rather than rushing just before the gates close. Rest assured, all border and luggage checks take place before you embark, allowing you the freedom to disembark at your destination with ease.

Navigating Ticket Gates

Upon reaching the ticket gates, a simple scan of the barcode on your paper ticket, provided by your tour manager, is all that's required. Remember to scan each ticket individually to secure your seat and avoid any unexpected changes. If a new ticket is issued upon scanning, it signifies a seat alteration; keep it safe, as it will guide you to your new spot when you board.

Security Precautions

Following ticket gates, a thorough security check is conducted, both for your personal belongings and luggage. Please ensure you adhere to luggage weight restrictions and avoid carrying prohibited items. Whilst there is no weight allowance on the train please do not the weight restrictions for the coach.

Passport Control

Your passport will undergo two checks-first for UK exit procedures and then by the French authorities. If you possess a biometric passport with an electronic chip, consider using the convenient ePassport gates rather than the manual passport control booth.

Eurostar Departure Lounge

Our Eurostar departure lounge is equipped with a range of amenities, making your wait as comfortable as possible:

• The Station Pantry offers a selection of snacks and beverages.

• A Pret a Manger for a quick, delicious meal.

• A tax-free shop for last-minute shopping.

• Cash machines with both euros and pounds.

• Restrooms with baby-changing facilities.

• Complimentary Wi-Fi.

• A bureau de change for currency exchange.

• A Changing Places facility for added accessibility.

Boarding Information

The platform for your train's departure will be displayed on screens within the departure lounge as boarding time approaches, usually around 20 minutes before the scheduled departure.

Getting to London St Pancras

St. Pancras International is conveniently situated in central London, in the King's Cross area. It is easily accessible via National Rail, Underground, London bus services, and by car. The King's Cross St Pancras Underground station serves several tube lines, including Hammersmith & City, Circle, Metropolitan, Northern, Piccadilly, and Victoria lines, ensuring smooth connectivity to and from the station.

Food

Breakfast will be provided at the hotels. The breakfast is usually in a separate dining area of the hotel and is usually a continental breakfast consisting of tea, coffee, bread, cereals, fruit and yoghurt.

Passengers can choose from different diets, including vegetarian, Jain or non-vegetarian (Halal will not always be available) meals. Passengers should advise the tour manager of their preferred diet on day one. The meals are pre-set buffet, and a menu choice is unavailable. Meals will be provided with Tap Water only. There are days when a pre-set continental meal will be provided.

Lunches are usually vegetarian only and are provided outdoors at a service station/rest area where limited or no seating is available. Lunch is served in a picnic-style buffet arrangement. Dinners are usually provided in a separate dining facility within the hotel or restaurant. You should always consult your tour manager if unsure of what ingredients a dish contains.

Foreign Office Travel Advice

For the latest travel advice from the Foreign & Commonwealth Office click on the link below to get Country specific details.

For a complete list of the latest travel advice from the Foreign & Commonwealth Office click here

Hotels

Not all hotels on this tour will have air-conditioning.

Please also note that not all hotels provide a kettle. If you require warm milk for a baby, we advise you to carry your own bottle warmer and milk. Passengers may also want to take a small travel iron and hairdryer, as many hotel rooms may not have these facilities.

Some hotels in Europe, especially Germany, Switzerland, Austria & Italy, will provide two single beds put together as a Double occupancy room; we do contract with such hotels, and you should be prepared for such eventualities.

If you use services such as the phone or minibar or pay TV whilst in your room, you will have to pay the hotel directly when you check out; these services are not included in your tour cost.

The maximum occupancy per room on this tour is three person(s).

Other Advisories

General

Particular attention should be paid to the baggage allowance for this tour; this can be found on our general information page. Excess baggage may not be allowed on the coach. The WC facilities on the coach will be restricted on this tour.

The tour will merge and change tour reps/coaches partway through the tour.

High Altitude

You should only make trips to high altitudes if you feel healthy. The following recommendations apply:

Advanced age is no barrier to high altitude. The altitude is not a concern for blood pressure patients who are well-controlled with medication. Asthmatics can travel to high altitudes without any problems. High-altitude air is less polluted with particles that can cause an asthma attack. People with epilepsy who are well controlled with medication should be able to negotiate the altitude.

Pregnant women: There may be a particular risk for pregnancy even without pre-existing diseases over 2500-3000 metres. Caution is therefore advised if in doubt; please consult your doctor in advance.

Infants: Short-term stays at the mountain tops are unproblematic. Infants and young children often cannot equalise pressure during descent and are increasingly at risk of ear irritation. Regular swallowing (drinking, sucking on a bottle) during the descent can prevent aggravation. Because children can chill faster than adults, always pay attention to sufficient protection from the cold at high altitudes. Sunglasses and good sunscreen are necessary on the glaciers!

High altitude visits are not recommended for:

Lung and heart patients who are already short of breath while at rest or climbing stairs are advised not to stay at high altitudes. Patients with angina pectoris or severely impaired performance with heart enlargement and heart failure should not visit high altitudes. Those with medical therapy, coronary artery disease (angina pectoris) and heart enlargement should not visit high altitudes. Patients with a pronounced risk profile for cardiovascular disease (smoker + high blood pressure + diabetes + high blood fats + overweight + occasional chest pain) should consult the doctor before visiting high altitude. Do not stay at high altitude after having striated muscles or a stroke.

Pick up and Drop off points

This tour will start and end at St Pancras International Station, London.

Schengen Visa Details

Visas & Passports

A passport valid for three months beyond the length of stay and issued within the past ten years is required by all nationals. If you hold an Indian, Pakistani, or Bangladesh Passport, you must obtain a Schengen visa before travelling.

Many nationalities, such as British, EU and American nationals, do not require Schengen visas. Should you need further clarification, please get in touch with us.

Weather

Weather in much of Western Europe tends to be the same as in England and is unpredictable. Therefore, regardless of the time of the year, it is advisable to carry an umbrella.

Temperatures vary from place to place. Therefore, it is a good idea to check online for average temperatures for the destination(s) being visited, depending on the time of the year. On a multi-destination tour, passengers will likely travel through various weather fronts; whilst in Switzerland, during excursions to mountain tops, passengers may experience temperatures between 0 °c and 2 °c while simultaneously experiencing temperatures of over 30 °c whilst they are in France.

Passengers can be well prepared by carrying appropriate clothing, footwear and accessories. Passengers should also be aware that during the winter months, most of the sightseeing will be in the dark as, in Europe, the day becomes dark very early during winter.

Wheelchairs

We will accept lightweight manual wheelchairs for travel, subject to them being capable of being stowed in the luggage hold of the coach. It is also essential that a family member is also on tour to push their wheelchair. Star Tours will also request hotels for suitably equipped rooms; however, this is only on a request basis and cannot be guaranteed. It should be noted Mt Titlis & Eiffel Tower are not fully accessible for wheelchair users. In addition, Brussels, Luzern, Lion Monument, Pisa, Rome, Venice, and Florence will have cobbled streets, which may not be suitable for wheelchairs.

In most of Europe, the use of child seats in coaches is mandatory for children under the age of 12 or who are shorter than 150 cm. Children under 7 years old or less than 125 cm tall must use a child seat with a harness or a restraint system. Children between 7 and 12 years old or between 125 and 150 cm tall must use a booster seat or a seat cushion. It is the responsibility of the child's parent or guardian to provide the appropriate child seat for their child.