2. Preparing for departure
Confirmed Dates
& Itinerary
Optional Excursions
What to Bring
Flights &
Arrival Day
On Tour Director
Accommodations
& Meals
Spending Money
& Tipping
Travel Documents
& Contacts
Global Travel
Protection Plan
Resources, Tools
& Support

3. Map London, Paris, Florence, and Rome (12-day tour)
Departure Date: 6/05/17
Return Date: 6/16/17

4. Our itinerary
CHANGE TO ITINERARY

5. Old Schedule New Schedule DAY 6 Visit a Paris museum
See the Eiffel Tower*
Exploration time in Paris
Travel by night train to Florence
Day 6:
Paris Museum Visit
Dinner in Paris
Night boat trip on the Seine/Eiffel Tower*
Overnight in Paris
Day 7:
Internal Flight Paris to Florence
Florence Guided Sightseeing
With your expert local guide you will see:
Piazza della Signoria
Ponte Vecchio
Chiesa di Santa Croce
Gates of Paradise
Dinner in Florence
Overnight in Florence
DAY 7
Visit San Miniato al Monte*
Take a guided tour of Florence
With your expert local guide you will see:
Piazza della Signoria
Ponte Vecchio
Chiesa di Santa Croce
Gates of Paradise
Visit the Duomo*
Dinner in Florence
Overnight in Florence

6. Optional excursions
Versailles: Join an optional excursion to the grand palace of Versailles, where Louis XIV held court in the most lavish style imaginable. On a tour, stroll through the elegantly landscaped gardens, the historic Hall of Mirrors, and the ornately decorated State Apartments. Note: Versailles is closed on Mondays.
London Eye: Soar into the sky aboard the London Eye, a 40-story, 32- capsule observation wheel that offers spectacular views of the city. Also enjoy the 4D Experience, a 3D film complete with in-theater special effects like wind, snow and mist.
Sweet Taste of Italy: Discover why food plays such an integral role in Italy’s culture as you dive into this hands-on cooking class. Together with expert chefs, learn how to make delicious gelato, cookies, and biscuits. As you make the treats, your chefs will share stories about the importance of food in Italy, including the history of biscuits and why they’re used to celebrate special days. You’ll find out the tricks of Italian cuisine, learn all about the ingredients you’re using, and walk away with a new (delicious) Italian vocabulary. At the end of the class, you’ll be able to taste and enjoy what you and your group have created. You’ll also be able to take cookies home (if there’s any left!).
The deadline to enroll on any new optional excursions will be 50 days prior to departure.

7. Packing
Pack light: We will be responsible for loading our own luggage on and off the bus and into hotels.
You are responsible for any luggage handling fees charged by the airlines. See the fees at eftours.com/baggage
Carry any valuables or medications in your EF backpack or carry-on.
Pack a change of clothes in your carry-on in case your luggage is lost.
A full packing list can be found in the Tour Handbook or at eftours.com/packinglist

8. FLIGHTS AND AIRPORT

9. Flights
Group meeting point: Delta Check-in desk Albuquerque International Sunport
Group meeting time: 12:00 pm Noon Monday June 5th (6/5/2017)

10. Flights SEAT ASSIGNMENTS In-flight meal requests YOUR TICKET
Seats will be assigned at check-in.
Contact the airlines at least 72 hours prior to departure.
Frequent flier miles cannot be accrued and tickets are not eligible for upgrade.
Baggage allowance
Confirm baggage allowance with each airline before departure. You’re responsible for any associated fees. Visit eftours.com/baggage for a full list of airline policies.

11. Arrival
We’ll meet our Tour Director once we have cleared customs and claimed our baggage.
We might have to wait at the airport for other groups.
We’ll start tour immediately and won’t check in to our hotel until the end of the day.
Staying awake throughout our arrival day is the best way to beat jet lag.

12. Tour Director
Our dedicated Tour Director will be with us throughout tour to handle logistics and provide suggestions for activities.
All Tour Directors are trained to handle any emergencies that could arise on tour. They have 24-hour access to local EF offices, as well as EF’s worldwide and North American headquarters.

13. MEALS

14. Meals
Breakfast typically includes cereal, bread, juice, coffee and tea.
Lunch is on our own.
Dinners will be a mix of local cuisine and familiar dishes served as a preset meal for our group, rather than chosen from a menu.
Food portions are smaller than they are in the U.S.
Table water is included; other beverages will be of additional costs.
Bottled water is included in countries where it is deemed necessary.
Please inform us of any allergies.

15. Hotels Generally, hotel rooms are smaller than in the U.S.
Most hotels will not have air conditioning or elevators.
Wi-Fi will not always be available, and when it is there may be a fee.
Late check-ins may be necessary.

16. Rooming
Students are roomed 3-4 per room in a combination of twin and shared double beds.
Adults will share twin rooms with other adults.
Students may be roomed with EF travelers from different schools.

17. Global Travel Protection Plan
For just $155 your plan covers:
Illness and accident
Baggage and property
Tour cancellation and interruption
Flight delay
24-hour access to an English-speaking representative

18. Spending money ATMs are the best way to get money
Don’t bring traveler’s checks
Notify your bank or credit card company that you’ll be abroad
Bring the equivalent of $50 – 60 in the currency of your arrival destination
We are responsible for our lunches and tipping

19. Passports and Visas

20. Passports & visas
All travelers are responsible for securing necessary documentation
Valid passports are required for all travelers.
Name and gender listed on your EF account must exactly match passport information.
Passports must be valid for 6 months after tour.
Non-U.S. citizens may require special visas or other travel documents.
Carry a copy of your passport with you and also leave a copy at home.

21. Tipping Tips to turn in 1st day $110
Tour director
Local guides
Bus driver
$6 per day per participant
$6 per day x 11 days of tour = $66 per person
$1-2 per local guide per participant x 7
$3 per day per participant
$3 per day x 12 days of tour = $36 per person
Tips to turn in 1st day $110
Money to have on hand for Local Guides $6-$10
Total: $116-$120 per traveler

22. Emergency Contacts
EF will use the emergency contact list if they need to communicate any information while we’re on tour.
Emergency contacts cannot be traveling with this group and must be available for the duration of the tour.
Confirm your emergency contacts at least 30 days prior to departure.
Make sure your information is correct and up to date. All changes can be made on your personalized website.

23. Your resources Tour handbook Personalized website Safety handbook
You should have received this 30 days after enrollment.
Log in to watch destination videos, review your itinerary and find hotel and flight information as it becomes available.
Safety handbook
Look for it in the mail about 50 days prior to departure.

24. Tools to travel with Hotel address & phone number Ef backpack
When I get the hotel information, I will give everyone a copy of this list.
Ef backpack
EMERGENCY CALLING CARD
Great to use as a carry-on bag or for use during the day.
Your go-to for information about how to reach the local equivalent of 911 while abroad.
Emergency phone number
wristband
For all travelers to wear on tour; includes EF’s emergency phone number. (Only dial this number in the event of an emergency.

25. A world of support EF Emergency Service Team numbers
From the U.S.: While abroad:

26. “
The purpose of life is to live it, to taste it, to experience to the utmost, to reach out eagerly and without feat for newer and richer experience.
ELEANOR ROOSEVELT