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Name:  Marie Forbes - Personal Touch Travel

Ticket (main) 209240

Phone: +1 732-951-9562

Group Size:  19 to o 25 paying customers + 2 leaders free

Ship Schedule:  Symphony Of The Seas 

Barcelona, Spain (14 Oct d1800); Palma De Mallorca, Spain (15 Oct 0800-1600); Marseille, France (16 Oct 0900-1800); La Spezia, Italy (17 Oct 0830-2030); Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy (18 Oct 0700-1900); Naples, Italy (19 Oct 0700-1830); Valencia, Spain (21 Oct 1000-2200); Barcelona, Spain (23 Oct a0500)

CURRENCY:  Prices are listed in EURO as the currency may fluctuate. As of January 2018 1 EUR is worth 1.22 USD.  To know what the USD approximate value will be take the EUR amounts below and multiply by 1.30. When you pay by credit card the card will automatically convert it and charge the current exchange value.

Price Disclaimer

The prices shown are for a minimum number of people as indicated at each tour. If there will be less people travelling, the prices will need to be recalculated.  All quotes are subjected to availability

BARCELONA October 13 - Airport to Hotel  TRANSFER ONLY                   

Group Code: Forbes_Symphony    Tour Code: BarcelonaTransfer      Pay Here

GROUP PRICE: EUR 345.00 (approximately $448.00)  

(suggestions for your customers): EUR 16.50 or  USD 20.00 for 21 paying customers (+ 2 complimentary)

SUGGEST PRICING THIS FOR 19 payinpeople (+ 2 complimentary)

PICK UP at Airport: TOTAL 23 pax (including 2 free group leaders) 12 - 15 people have booked flight at 10:05 AM with flight UA 120 from Newark. We will eventually have 21 + 2 people to pick up.

DROP OFF: Vinci Gala hotel (Ronda de Sant Pere, 32, 08010) 

INCLUSIONS: 

• Travel in air conditioned bus

• Licensed professional driver.

• Licensed English speaking escort

• Prices include all taxes and fees, no hidden costs.

EXCLUSIONS:

• Entrance tickets to Museums or Archeological sites are not included

• Lunch, drinks and gratuities.

DURATION: approx. 4 hours from pick up to drop off time

TIME: You indicate the desired pick up time

BARCELONA October 14 4H Transfer  Hotel to ship + Tour of Barcelona 

Group Code: Forbes_Symphony    Tour Code: BarcelonaTransferTour4H      Pay Here

GROUP PRICE: EUR 800.00 (approximately $960.00)

(suggestions for your customers): EUR 43.00 (for 19 people) to EUR 32.00 for 25 paying customers

SUGGEST PRICING THIS FOR 19 payin people (+ 2 complimentary)

PICK UP at 2:00 pm at Vinci Gala hotel (Ronda de Sant Pere, 32, 08010)  your guide will meet you at the airport right outside the luggage security area holding a sign with your name. 

INCLUSIONS: 

• Travel in air conditioned bus

• Licensed professional driver.

• Licensed English speaking guide service. 

• Prices include all taxes and fees, no hidden costs.

EXCLUSIONS:

• Entrance tickets to Museums or Archeological sites are not included

• Lunch, drinks and gratuities.

DURATION: approx. 4 hours from pick up to drop off time

TIME: You indicate the desired pick up time

Tour Description

Proposed Itinerary (may be reversed or rearranged as needed).

• Pick up at the airport (driver will have a sign with your name)

• Depart and visit 2 separate areas in Barcelona:

  • Gothic Section: Barcelona Cathedral, Jewish Section, Roman Ruins. This part of the tour is mainly walking. If you prefer not walking, also it is possible. Old Port and waterfront: Ramblas, Colombus Memorial, Barceloneta district and beach, Olympic Village.

  • Montjuich area: Plaza España, Nationale Palace, Olympic Ring and Montjuic Castle.

• Return to your hotel after about 4 hours from agreed pick up time

Itinerary details are indicative and may need to be changed by the driver in case of heavy traffic or any other unforeseen situation

Oct. 14 BARCELONA 4H: Tour of Sagrada Familia + transfer to ship                      

Group Code: Forbes_Symphony    Tour Code: Barcelona4H      Pay Here

GROUP PRICE: EUR 800.00 (approximately $960.00) + Sagrada Familia entrance

(suggestions for your customers): EUR 43.00 (for 19 people) to EUR 32.00 for 25 paying customers

Sagrada Familia Entrance Tickets:  EUR 20.50 per person (includes tickets + audio equipment)

DISCLAIMER: Price for the Sagrada Familia tickets has not been disclosed for the month of October. We are basing our price on 2017 fare and if they chnage, you will be notified far in advance. 

PICK UP at 9:00 am at the hotel Vinci Gala (Ronda de Sant Pere, 32, 08010) : your guide will meet you at the hotel. 

INCLUSIONS: 

• Travel in air conditioned bus

• Licensed professional driver.

• Licensed English speaking guide service. 

• Entrance tickets to Sagrada Familia. 

• Prices include all taxes and fees, no hidden costs.

EXCLUSIONS: 

• • optional entrance to Park Guell 7 EUR per person.

  • Lunch, drinks and gratuities.

DURATION: approx. 4 hours from pick up to drop off time

TIME: You indicate the desired pick up time (8:00 or 8:30 am suggested) and hotel location (same hotel for all customers)

Tour Description

Proposed Itinerary (may be reversed or rearranged as needed).

• Pick up at your hotel in Barcelona

  • Depart and visit  the following in Barcelona all about Gaudi: Sagrada Familia with inside guided tour,  Casa Batllo and Casa Mila, and optionally Park Guell which requires entrance tickets to be paid at entrance time (7 EUR per person). 

• Return to your hotel or be dropped off at your ship after about 4 hours from agreed pick up time

Itinerary details are indicative and may need to be changed by the driver in case of heavy traffic or any other unforeseen situation

NO - Oct 15 PALMA: Best of Tramuntana Mountains Half Day Private Excursion  

Group Code: Forbes_Symphony    Tour Code: Tramuntana4H      Pay Here

GROUP PRICE: EUR 970.00 (approximately $1,164.00)

(suggestions for your customers): EUR 51.00 (for 19 people) to EUR 39.00 for 25 paying customers

PICK UP: your guide will meet you at the ship's pier holding a sign with your name. 

INCLUSIONS:

• Travel in modern, comfortable bus

• Official Licensed English Speaking Guide will accompany you during the whole duration of the tour.

• Prices include all taxes and fees, no hidden costs.

EXCLUSIONS:

• Entrance tickets to Museums or Archeological sites are not included.

• Lunch, drinks, and gratuities.

DURATION: approx. 4 hours from pick up to drop off time

TIME: You indicate the desired pick up time (9:00 am suggested) 

• Disembark your cruise ship at the port in Palma de Mallorca and get into an awaiting air-conditioned bus with your private guide. 

• After panoramic drive of the city  sea  front follow the curvaceous coastal road as you travel to Valldemossa and absorb gorgeous views of the Mediterranean Sea. 

• Arrive at one of the island’s highest villages and gaze at unrivaled views from an elevation 430 yards (400 meters) above sea level. 

• Continue to the quaint Sierra de Tramuntana coastal road to  village of Deia and absorb the beauty of the Soller Vally, a verdant expanse replete with luscious orange and olive trees. 

• Arrive at Port Soller and enjoy some relaxed free time in the splendid seaside town;  explore the historical harbor before returning to your private car. Relax during the return journey to Palma through the impressive mountain range of the Serra de Tramutana and admire distinct agricultural terraces and ancient water mills. Arrive in Palma well in advance of your cruise ship’s departure.

YES - Oct 15 PALMA: Palma and Valldemossa or (NO) Palma and Beach stop - Guided Half Day Private Shore Excursion 

Group Code: Forbes_Symphony    Tour Code: Palma4H      Pay Here

GROUP PRICE: EUR 800.00 (approximately $960.00)

(suggestions for your customers): EUR 43.00 (for 19 people) to EUR 32.00 for 25 paying customers

PICK UP 9:30 am: your guide will meet you at the ship's pier holding a sign with your name. 

INCLUSIONS:

• Travel in modern, comfortable bus

• Official Licensed English Speaking Guide will accompany you during the whole duration of the tour.

• Prices include all taxes and fees, no hidden costs.

EXCLUSIONS:

• Entrance tickets to Museums or Archeological sites are not included.

• Lunch, drinks, and gratuities.

DURATION: approx. 4 hours from pick up to drop off time

TIME: You indicate the desired pick up time (9:00 am suggested) 

Tour Description

The Official Licensed English Speaking Guide will accompany you during the whole duration of the tour. You can choose between 2 Itineraries:

Palma and Valldemossa:

• Pick up at cruise ship’s pier (guide will have a sign with your name)

• Depart pier and drive along the sea front to see the many beautiful buildings of the area.

• Visit one of Mallorca's most important medieval monuments: the Bellver Castle, which stands on a hill and offers an astounding view of Palma and its port.

• Drive to Valldemossa (30 minutes approx) to explore this charming village and the surroundings of la Cartuja.

• Drive back to Palma de Mallorca and take a walking tour of the Gothic quarter, La Seu Cathedral (optional visit), the city hall in Plaza de Cort, Almudaina Palace and the historic stock exchange building (La Lonja), the most important monument in the city center.

• Visit Mallorca's famous Jewish quarter, strolling through its narrow, charming streets.

• Visit the Renaissance walls surrounding the old town and enjoy the amazing panoramic view.

• Drive to the Passeig Maritimo, a waterfront promenade where some of the most important yacht clubs and marinas of Mallorca are located or stay on your own for an independent walk in the city.

• NOTE: if interested, you can add to the above itinerary an inside visit of the Bullfighting ring and of a Pearls Factory without any extra admission  fee.

• Return to the port.

Palma and Beach stop (we will not do this, but try to make a picture stop)

• Pick up at cruise ship’s pier (driver will have a sign with your name)

• Depart pier and drive strait to  The Beach of Illetas  one of the most beautiful beaches in the area

• Stop at the Beach (2 hours). Free showers at the beach . Available restaurants , sunbeds etc. at extra price

• Drive to  Mallorca's most important medieval monuments: the Bellver Castle, which stands on a hill and offers an astounding view of Palma and its port.

• Drive  to Palma for  a Little walk at paque del Mar to take pictures of La Seu Cathedral, Almudaina Palace, walking S'Hort del Rei Gardens and fountains and a little independent walk for shopping at your own pace.

• Visit the Renaissance walls surrounding the old town and enjoy the amazing panoramic view.

• Drive to the Passeig Maritimo, a waterfront promenade where some of the most important yacht clubs and marinas of Mallorca are.

• Return to the port

Itinerary details are indicative and may need to be changed by the driver in case of heavy traffic or any other unforeseen situation. 

Oct 16 MARSEILLE: Half Day Private Guiuded Shore Excursion                            

Group Code: Forbes_Symphony    Tour Code: Marseille4H      Pay Here

GROUP PRICE: EUR 950.00 (approximately $1,140.00) (4 hours itinerary: Marseille OR Aix en Provance)

(suggestions for your customers): EUR 50.00 (for 19 people) to EUR 38.00 for 25 paying customers

YES GROUP PRICE: EUR 1,090.00 (approximately $1,308.00) (5 hours Marseille AND Aix en Provance)

(suggestions for your customers): EUR 58.00 (for 19 people) to EUR 44.00 for 25 paying customers

GROUP PRICE: EUR 1,909.00 (approximately $1,308.00) (5 hours Cassis itinerary:  5HC1 see below)

(suggestions for your customers): EUR 58.00 (for 19 people) to EUR 44.00 for 25 paying customers

additional per person costs: optional transfer service from bus stop in Cassis for the train shuttle to the harbor EUR 6.00 pp and optional calanmques minicruise EUR 15.00 pp

SEE IF WE CAN BE PICKED UP AT 10:00 AM for 5 hours

TIME: pick up time: available slots only at 9:00AM - 1:00PM - 1:30PM

PICK UP: your guide will meet you at the ship's pier holding a sign with your name. NOTE: Depending on the docking area of the ship, the group might have to walk with the guide around 5-10 minutes maximum to reach the coach and the driver.

INCLUSIONS:

• Travel in an air-conditioned bus

• Licensed professional driver.

• Licensed English speaking guide

• Prices include all taxes and fees, no hidden costs.

EXCLUSIONS:

• Entrance tickets to sites of interest are not included.

• Wine tasting to be paid on site (€12 per person at each winery) if included in the itinerary.

• Lunch, drinks, and gratuities.

DURATION: approx.4 hours from pick up to drop off time or 5 hours for Chassis tour (see itinerary below).

Tour Description

We suggest different itineraries from this port. You can choose among:

• Itinerary 4Hours Marseille OR Aix en Provance 

• Itinerary 5Hours Marseille AND Aix en Provance 

• Itinerary 5Hours Chassis and the Calanques (this itinerary costs 15% more as the tour lasts 5 hours). Also for those interested the cost of the optional  Calanques mini-cruise is EUR 16 per person.

MARSEILLE: the second biggest city in France after Paris. Discover the old port created by the Greeks in the 6th century BC, with its Cathedral Notre Dame de la Garde overlooking the sea.You will start the visit by Notre Dame de la Garde, 19th-century basilica, cherished by the locals, that will offer you an exceptional view of the ocean city, the Frioul islands, and the If Castle. Passing by the Cité Radieuse (Classified Historic Monument) of Le Corbusier. You will be taken to the villages of traditional fishermen of Callelongue and the Goudes. Back by the Corniche, you will make a stopover in the Vallon des Auffes, where little traditional fishing boats and cabins jostle for space. Then, you will reach the Abbey of Saint Victor (11st century) that overlooks the entry to the Old Port. This followed by a drive to the famous Canebière, to the freshness of the Longchamp Palace and its majestic fountain.

AIX EN PROVENCE: discover Aix en Provence, elegant town in Provence: the fountains, the famous Cours Mirabeau, the private mansions, the places frequented by the painter Paul Cezanne. Walk with your guide on the Cours Mirabeau lined with 17th and 18th-century private mansions, where large plane trees offer shade on hot summer days. The old town is packed with shops, architectural and religious sites, bustling squares and refreshing fountains. Take a stroll through one of the numerous markets taking place every day in the center of the city. Aix is also the birthplace of the painter Paul Cézanne. Don't miss the opportunity to visit the Cézanne's studio that was built from his own plans and where time seems to stand still (entrance tickets for this optional stop are not included - €6 per person).

CHASSIS: is a very ancient fishing port and the harbor is probably the most beautiful part of the village.You will have the possibility to board a 45-minute boat trip to discover 3 Calanques, steep-walled coves with tiny harbors or beaches at the end (tickets for this optional stop are not included - €16 per person approx).

Itinerary details are indicative and may need to be changed by the driver in case of heavy traffic or any other unforeseen situation.

Oct 17 La Spezia: Florence/Pisa shore excursion by Vans                                    

Group Code: Forbes_Symphony    Tour Code: LaSpezia   Pay Here

PER PERSON PRICE: EUR 100.00 (approximately $120.00) the van tours will have a per person price with a minimum of 19 paying customers

PICK UP: 9:30 am your driver will meet you at the ship's pier holding a sign with your name.

INCLUSIONS:

• Air conditioned transport by vans from the port of La Spezia

EXCLUSIONS: 

• Entrance tickets to Museums or Archaeological sites are not included (can be purchased separately here).

  • Licensed English speaking professional tour guide provides guided walking tours of sites 

DURATION: approx. 9 hours from pick up to drop off time

Tour Description

• Pick up in the morning from the port reaching Pisa after about 50-60 min. We will stop in Pisa directly in Miracle Square ranks as one of the world's loveliest squares where you can admire “La Torre Pendente” The leaning Tower Pisa's majestic Romanesque Cathedral and the unusual round Baptistry.

• We will continue for a 1 hour drive to Florence. 

• The tour of Florence starts with the wonderful Michelangelo Square where you can enjoy the most beautiful view of the city.

• The tour continues to the historical downtown area through which the driver will take you providing an overview.

• Your driver will drop you off in the historical area where you will be given free time to visit independently the beautiful Santa Croce Square, the Brunelleschi Dome, Piazza della Signoria and Ponte Vecchio the bridge famous for its unique charming appearance and for the fabulous jewelry shops.

• If interested, you will have limited time to visit to the Academy of Fine Arts where the Michelangelo’s David is, or Uffizi Gallery. You must have prepurchased skip the lines entrance tickets (not included in the tour price). 

• Your drive back to La Spezia will take approximately 1.5 to 2 hours.

Oct 18 - Civitavecchia (Rome), Best of Rome excursion by Vans                           

Group Code: Forbes_Symphony    Tour Code: BestOfRome   Pay Here

PER PERSON PRICE: EUR 75.00 (approximately $90.00) the van tours will have a per person price with a minimum of 19 paying customers

PICK UP 8:30 am: your driver will meet you at the ship's pier holding a sign with your name.

INCLUSIONS:

• Air conditioned transport by vans with pick up at ship's pi er included

  • English speaking professional drivers

EXCLUSIONS: 

• Entrance tickets to Museums or Archaeological sites are not included (can be purchased separately here).

• Licensed English speaking professional tour guide provides guided walking tours of sites 

DURATION: approx. 9 hours from pick up to drop off time

Proposed Itinerary (may be reversed or rearranged as needed - subjected to changes due to local conditions)

Proposed Itinerary by 8 seats vans (may be reversed or rearranged as needed)

• Pick up at cruise ship’s pier (driver will have a sign with your name) fro van tours, otherwise pick up is at the port exit reachd by free shuttle service from the ship

• Depart pier and drive to Rome, about  1.5 hours

• Reach and visit Vatican Area (S. Peter's Square), additionally you may be able to visit:

  • St. Peter's Basilica  - free to enter, will need to pass security check which is likely to have a very long line

  • Vatican Museum which includes the Sistine Chapel  - Skip the lines entrance tickets are absolutely necessary (purchased separately here). NOTE: To fully visit the Vatican we highly suggest choosing this option

• Drive to Circus Maximus for a spectacular view of Palatine Hill

• Reach and visit Colosseum and Roman Forum.  The Forum and Colosseum can be visited walking around from the outside.There will not be enouch time to enter the Colosseum

• Drive to area near Fontana di Trevi and visit the area (make sure to drop a coin!)

• IMPORTANT make a stop to see the Spanish Steps

• Continue for a visit to the Pantheon, and Piazza Navona

• Return to pier in Civitavecchia, about 1.5 hours

OCT 19 - Naples: Guide Private tour to Capri                                                         

Group Code: Forbes_Symphony    Tour Code: Capri   Pay Here

GROUP PRICE: EUR 410  (approximately $533) + Transfers cost EUR 53.50 per person

(suggestions for your customers): EUR 22.00 (for 19 people) to EUR 17.00 for 25 paying customers + transfer costs