CLASSIC EUROPE TOUR (16 DAYS) 2018

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1 AKSHAR TRAVELS PVT. LTD. 21, City Centre, 2nd Floor, Swastik Cross Road, C. G. Road, Ahmedabad Tel: Web:- GST Number: 24AAWFS8289D1ZH CLASSIC EUROPE TOUR (16 DAYS) 2018 ITINERARY DAYS 1 Arrive U.K.: London Meals: Dinner Today, arrive at your Heathrow Airport / Wembley area hotel (transfer not included), and check-in (after 14:00 p.m.). In the afternoon, you will meet your Tour Manager and depart for a panoramic tour of London to see the main sights: Buckingham Palace, Westminster Abbey, Houses of Parliament, Trafalgar Square, St. Paul?s Cathedral, Tower Bridge and Tower of London. Early evening return to your hotel. (Dinner) DAYS 2 UK: London Folkestone/ Dover France: Calais Belgium: Brussels - The Netherlands This morning, at the check-in point, you will meet your Tour Manager and join the coach for a leisurely drive from London to Folkestone or Dover, for the short channel crossing to Calais by Eurotunnel Le Shuttle or Ferry. On arrival, we proceed to Brussels, the capital of Belgium and the seat of several European Union institutions including the European Commission and Parliament. Here we visit the Grand Place and see the MannekinPis statue and the Atomium (photo stop). Later we drive to our hotel and check-in for a two-night stay.(breakfast only for passengers staying at London Hotel on Day 1, Dinner) DAYS 3 The Netherlands: Den Haag / Lisse, Volendam, Amsterdam Today, we visit the Madurodam Model Village to see miniature Holland (or Keukenhof Gardens for arrivals in Holland between 22nd March 2018 and 13th May 2018). Later, we drive north through the flat landscape of Holland passing windmills from a bygone era, to visit a cheese and clog making farm. You can sample local made cheeses and learn how the famous wooden clogs are made, before visiting the picturesque fishing village of Volendam, where you have some free time. We then proceed to the cosmopolitan city of Amsterdam for a canal cruise through the city?s complex system of waterways. Later we return to our hotel. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

2 DAYS 4 The Netherlands - Germany: Cologne Rhine Cruise - Frankfurt / Mannheim area Today we proceed east into Germany. Joining the autobahn, we arrive at the famous city of Cologne where you can marvel Europe?s largest Gothic twin spire cathedral. Continuing our drive into the Rhine valley we board a cruise ship for an unforgettable trip along the River Rhine. Admire the majestic views, mountain top fairy tale castles and fortresses from a bygone era. Late evening check into our hotel for an overnight stop. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner) DAYS 5 Germany: Frankfurt / Mannheim area - Black Forest Switzerland: Rhine Falls - Zurich Today, we depart after breakfast. Joining the auto-bahn we enter the enchanting Black Forest region, where you will marvel at the timeless serenity and unparalleled scenery around you. We visit a Cuckoo Clock outlet where you have time to shop for cuckoo clocks and other souvenirs. Continuing our drive, we pass through small idyllic villages before crossing the Swiss border. Our first stop in Switzerland is to visit the majestic Rhine Falls. We then proceed to the financial capital of Switzerland, Zurich for a short panoramic tour. Later we continue our journey and check-in at our hotel for a three-night stay. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner) DAYS 6 Switzerland: Jungfraujoch- Interlaken Today, we first drive to Lauterbrunnen (or GrindelwaldGrund), where we board the train for the scenic journey to Jungfraujoch Top of Europe, the highest railway station in Europe at 3,454 metres (weather permitting). Visit the Ice Palace with ice sculptures or enjoy the panoramic views from the Sphinx Terrace. In the afternoon, we begin our descent to the picturesque town of Interlaken, the scene of many Bollywood films, where you have some time to browse through the shops. We return to our hotel after dinner. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner) DAYS 7 Switzerland: Lucerne - Mount Titlis This morning we visit the town of Lucerneto see the ChapelBridge.Enjoy some free time or join the additional excursion - Lake Lucerne Cruise. We then drive through the Swiss alpine region and the winding mountain roads to the valley of Engelberg, where we begin our ascent to board the world?s first revolving cable car, reaching the peak of 10,000 feet and the highest viewpoint in central Switzerland MountTitlis (weather permitting). Visit the Glacier Grotto or enjoy a breathtaking panorama from the sun terrace. You can also take a cliff-walk? along Europe?s highest suspension bridge. Later, we begin our descent and proceed to Lucerne to see the Lion Monument. After dinner, we return to our hotel. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner) DAYS 8 Switzerland - Principality of Liechtenstein: Vaduz - Austria:Wattens - Innsbruck This morning we depart for the Principality of Liechtenstein, where you have some free time in the capital, Vaduz. Later we continue our drive to Wattens in Austria,where we visit the famous Swarovski Crystal Worlds, for a tour through the kaleidoscope of senses and to see sparkling crystal artworks by famous artists. Visit the Crystal Worlds Shop displaying a unique selection of Swarovski products.we then proceed to Innsbruck, the capital of the Tyrol region. Enjoy this charming town of green domes and red roofs - see the Hofburg and the GoldenesDachl. Late evening, we check-in at our hotel for anovernight stay. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

3 DAYS 9 Austria Italy: Venice - Venice / Padova area This morning we enjoy some spectacular scenery as we drive across Europabrucke, one of Europe?s highest bridges, winding our way through the Brenner pass to cross the Italian border. We leave behind the mountains for sunny Italy, to visit Venice, the city of unparalleled beauty and romantic gondolas. Our visit begins with a boat ride to St. Mark?s Square the most elegant square in the world, to see the Bridge of Sighs, the DogesPalace and the Basilica di San Marco. Here we also have a chance to watch the Venetian glass blowers at work and maybe buy a souvenir for the family. Late evening, check-in at our hotel. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner) DAYS 10 Italy: Venice / Padova area Pisa - Florence Arezzo area Today we depart for Pisa. Watch the amazing scenery change as we cross the Apennine mountains and the gentle hilly countryside of Tuscany to reach Pisa, where we visit the Field of Miracles. Here you can marvel at the marble Cathedral in the Pisan-Romanesque style, the Baptistery, and one of the wonders of the world, the legendary Leaning Tower. Leaving Pisa, we continue on the motorways to Florence. On arrival in the city of the Medicis, we will visit Piazzale Michelangelo to enjoy one of the best views of this renaissance city across the River Arno. You then have some free time to wander around this city, where traffic is banned from the historic centre, admiring its timeless beauty. Later we continue our journey and check-in at our hotel for a two-night stay. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner) DAYS 11 Italy: Arezzo area Rome Arezzo area Passing sunlit valleys of the Chianti wine country and ancient fortresses perched high on the hills, we reach the Eternal City?. On arrival, we meet our local guide and proceed to the Vatican City, where we will visit St. Peter?s Basilica and Square, a renaissance masterpiece. In the afternoon, we take in the ancient sights of Rome - Piazza Venezia, the Roman Forum, which was the political centre of the Roman Empire, Colosseum (photo stop), Arch of Constantine, Circus Maximus, and the spectacular Trevi Fountain, where you may make a wish. Late evening return to our hotel. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner) Important Note: Due to restrictions on coaches for entering many parts of Rome, much of the tour may be done on foot or by local buses. DAYS 12 Arezzo - Switzerland: Geneva Overnight stop Early morning, we depart for Switzerland.On arrival we proceed to Geneva, Switzerland?s truly cosmopolitan city and home to many international organizations. On our panoramic tour, we will see the main sights: UN buildings, English gardens, the Flower Clock and the Jet d?eau (weather permitting). Later we continue our journey and check-in at our hotel for an overnight stay. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner) DAYS 13 Switzerland - France: Paris Early morning, we depart for Paris, one of the most exciting and popular cities of Europe, renowned for its fashion, perfumes, and of course the most talked about French champagne and wines. On arrival in Paris, enjoy an amazing cruise (*) on the River Seine - admire the spectacular facades from your covered boat. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

4 DAYS 14 France: Paris Meals: Breakfast, Dinner Today you have the choice of two exciting day tours; Paris City Tour Today we proceed to Versailles, to visit the magnificent Gardens at the Palace of Versailles, the former residence of the famous Sun King. This afternoon on our orientation tour of Paris, we will be introduced to the main sights (outside view) of this beautiful city: Hôtel des Invalides, Place de la Concorde, Opéra National de Paris, the Louvre Museum and Arc de Triomphe. Later, enjoy some free time at the Avenue des Champs-Élysées, the beautiful boulevard known for its cinemas, cafés, and luxury shops (duration is time permitting). After dinner you may either rest in your hotel or join the additional excursion - Evening in Paris Tour. On our tour we will see the main sights illuminated. Later, why not join us for an exciting optional Lido Paris CabaretShow. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner) OR Disneyland Paris (**) This morning we drive to the famous DisneylandParis where a day of excitement awaits the entire family. Visit Disneyland Park: meet your favourite Disney characters, watch amazing shows, ride the hair-raising Space Mountain: Mission 2 roller coaster, enter Indiana Jones and the Temple of Peril and find yourself in a runaway wagon speeding through the ancient ruins. Alternatively, you can visit the Walt Disney Studios: Lights, Camera, Hollywood, Action! Climb aboard the Studio Tram for a fun-packed, behind-the-scenes tour to where the movie magic is made.early evening, we depart from Disneyland Paris. After dinner you may either rest in your hotel or join the additional excursion - Evening in Paris Tour. On our tour we will see the main sights illuminated.later, why not join us for an exciting optional Lido Paris CabaretShow. (Breakfast, Dinner) DAYS 15 France: Paris Calais - Ferry U.K.: Dover London Today we visit the third floor (***) of the Eiffel Tower to witness a spectacular panoramic view of the city. Later, we visit a French perfumery for some last-minute shopping. Early afternoon we depart and journey north for Calais to board the ferry for the return channel crossing. On arrival at Dover port, we proceed to London, check into our hotel for an overnight stop. (Breakfast, Lunch)

5 DAYS 16 U.K.:London Check-out from Hotel This morning check-out of the Hotel (before 11:00 a.m.) and proceed for your flight / home, on your own. The Tour ends. (Breakfastonly for passengers staying at London Hotel on Day 15) Note (*): Please note that the River Seine Cruise may be operated on either Day 13, Day 14 or Day 15 as per convenience. Note (**): A supplement is payable for the visit to Disneyland Paris the details are mentioned under Additional Excursions below. Note (***):Please note that the visit to the Eiffel Tower may be operated on either Day 13, Day 14 or Day 15 as per convenience. The reservation for the visit to the Eiffel Tower is subject to availability, and could be up to the 2nd Floor or 3rd Floor. HIGHLIGHTS LONDON: Panoramic Tour BRUSSELS:Visit the Grand Place; see the MannekinPis and the Atomium (photo stop) THE NETHERLANDS: Visit Madurodam (or Keukenhof Gardens between 22nd March 2018 and 13th May 2018); visit Cheese & Clog making Farm; visit Volendam; Amsterdam Canal Cruise COLOGNE: Visit the Gothic Cathedral Dom RHINE VALLEY: Scenic drive; River Rhine Cruise BLACK FOREST: Scenic drive; visit Cuckoo Clock outlet SWITZERLAND:See the Rhine Falls;visit Zurich, Interlaken, Lucerne and Geneva;visit Jungfraujoch - Top of Europe;visit Mount Titlis VADUZ:Free time in the City Centre AUSTRIA: Visit to Swarovski Crystal Worlds; visit Innsbruck - see the Hofburg and GoldenesDachl VENICE: Boat ride to St. Mark?s Square; visit St. Mark?s Square - see the Bridge of Sighs, Doges Palace and the Basilica di San Marco PISA: Visit Field of Miracles see the Cathedral, and Leaning Tower FLORENCE: View of the city from Piazzale Michelangelo; free time in historic centre of the city VATICAN CITY: Visit to St. Peter?s Basilica and Square ROME: Guided City Tour to see Piazza Venezia, the Roman Forum, Colosseum and Circus Maximus; visit the Trevi Fountain PARIS: Paris City Tour: River Seine Cruise (*);visit to the Gardens at the Palace of Versailles; Orientation Tour of Paris; visit to third floor (***) of the Eiffel Tower; French Perfumery OR

6 Disneyland Paris: River Seine Cruise (*); Visit to Disneyland Paris one day one park pass (**); visit to third floor (***) of the Eiffel Tower; French Perfumery INCLUSIONS 15 nights at First Class Hotels with private facilities Meal Plan is indicated at the bottom of your daily itinerary: 13 Continental Breakfasts (2 additional Breakfasts for passengers staying at London Hotel on Day 1 and Day 15),12 Vegetarian Lunches (Hot / Packed) (1 additional Lunch on Day 14 for Paris City Tour passengers) and 13 Indian Dinners (1 additional Dinner for passengers staying at London Hotel on Day 1) Return channel crossings by Ferry or Eurotunnel Le Shuttle Return transportation by deluxe air-conditioned Coach All sightseeing, entrances and excursions as mentioned in the Itinerary All tips and service charges EXCLUSIONS Excursions Adult Child (2 11 years) Lake Lucerne Cruise $40.00 $35.00 Supplement for visit to Disneyland Paris on Day 14 $50.00 $45.00 Evening in Paris Tour $20.00 $20.00 Lido Paris Cabaret Show (23:00 p.m.) $ $45.00

7 TOUR DATE AND PRICE Tour Code: 16D CLA (out Sundays return Mondays) MARCH 25 APRIL 01, 08, 15, 22, 29 MAY 06, 13, 20, 27 JUNE 03, 10, 17, 24 JULY 01, 08, 15, 22, 29 AUGUST 05, 12, 19, 26 SEPTEMBER02, 09, 16, 23 OCTOMBER 14 Price TOUR PRICES Adult $2, Child 2 11 years $1, Infant 0 23 months $ Single Person $3, Adult Rate is based on 2/3 Adults (12+ years) sharing Twin / Triple Rooms Child (2-11 years) must share a Room with 2 Adults Maximum occupancy per room is 3 persons $ reduction on Child Tour Price will apply for the 2nd Child without a bed Infant price is for Coach Seat only. TERMS & CONDITIONS Above rates are subject to change with our prior notice. Above rates are subject to availability & confirmation by the airline & hotel Price is valid for minimum 2 Passengers traveling together. There is No Refund for unutilized Service. Room Rates based on Standard Rooms. Supplement cost will be applicable for Sea facing/lake Facing / Deluxe / Suite Rooms. Meals Doesn t Include any Water Bottles, Beverages Hard/Soft drinks, Fruit Juices Optional sightseeing has to be booked in advance on your own by paying an additional cost. PAYMENTS All payments towards the tour cost must be made by the client to the company in accordance with the procedure and time frame mentioned herein below. All payments made within 10 days prior to the tour departure date will have to be paid in cash / Demand Draft. Customer PAN number is mandatory for all transactions. Payments made towards the foreign exchange component of your tour will be calculated as per the ROE (rate of exchange) of that given day. Payment Procedure Minimum Per Person Payment to be made by the client Charges

8 At the time of booking Within 15 days prior to departure of the Tour INR 30,000 per person* ( Non Refundable) 100% of the total Tour Cost IMPORTANT NOTES : Kindly Read Carefully below Important Notes : 1. MEALS : There will be American or continental breakfast serve at the hotel and ATPL cannot make any changes in the spread served. Lunch/dinner wherever provided on tour is on pre-set menus by the restaurants. The meal type selected by the passenger such as Jain / Veg / Non Veg is subject to availability at restaurants or airlines. If Meals are missed out by passenger due to late or non arrival on given time or mentioned restaurant there will be no refund/compensation for the same. 2. VEHICLES / SEATING ARRANGEMENT: In case of coach breakdown, ATPL will make every efforts to fix the problem but please note there will be no refund or monetary compensation for inconvenience cause or any missed portion of the itinerary, it is advisable not to leave your belongings behind at the time of disembarking/leaving the coach. ATPL will not be responsible or liable in case of loss of such items from the coach. All baggage and valuables or your passport in all circumstances will be responsibility of passenger. On tours, coach or vehicle used for transfer purposes including local sightseeing. There is no specific seat allocation and will be on first cum first serve basis. If Flight / Cruise / Coach Transfers / Sight scene missed out due to weather conditions / traffic jamm / Security Check in or any unavoidable circumstances, ATPL will not be responsible for the same. 3.VISA: Passenger should hold valid travel documents, Passport and visas during tour. It will be the passenger's responsibility to provide complete set of documents for visa required by the embassy/consulate before 1 month from departure date or as advised by the Company. In case of the visa application made by passenger or by the Company on his/her behalf is rejected by the consulate due to inadequate supporting documents or late submission of document or for whatever reason where the visa could not be processed ATPL will not be responsible for the visas & Visa fees and tour booking amount will be non-refundable. Due to any clerical error regarding name, attachment of wrong photograph, duration and type of visa (single/multiple entry) occurring on passport, refusal of visas on arrival or delays in visa procedure ATPL will not liable for any compensation. Passport is required to be courier to different cities for visas, Company would forward them by reputed courier. In case of any transmission delays or loss of passport arising in such transmission Company would not be responsible to compensate the same. 4. AIRLINES : ATPL does not reserve any rights for seat selection in airlines. The internal airline used for package are LCC, no food will be served on board. It allows 20 KG Check in Luggage and 07 KG Cabin Luggage. Additional baggage weight charged will be borne by passenger. In case of any circumstances, if Airlines get delay or cancel its flight or If guest / group miss further connection of flights during their connecting flight for the international sector ATPL will not be responsible due to any reason for the same. 5. HOTELS : If accommodation is not available in the mentioned hotel due to reason beyond our control. ATPL will make best efforts to shift passenger to a similar category hotel. No complaints or claim shall be made by the client in this respect. Also in case of the passenger are upgraded to a higher category room due to non-availability of STANDARD Room ATPL will not be liable to provide the same category room to other Guest. 6. During sight scene the vehicle will go up to permissible point only. From that point any arrangement to be made at extra cost have to be borne by passengers. 7. Check in time is 14:00 Hrs. and Check out time is 12:00 Hrs. and guest have to pay one night additional charge for early heck in or late check out. 8. Tour will be followed by itinerary and timing strictly. ATPL Tour Manager has the rights to change the itinerary on the tours with the concern of Head office due to unavoidable circumstances. Tour itinerary cannot be changed as per the passenger convenience.

9 9. In case of any Deportation / Arrest / Due to Immigration and Custom Clearance ATPL will not be legally responsible for any claim. There will be no refund for the tour package. 10. Optional sight scene have to be booked in advance paying an additional cost. There will be no refund / no change against the same. 11. Service will be given in exchange of Original Vouchers / itinerary only. 12. Akshar Travels will not be responsible for any kind of services & compensation in case of Death, accident, injury or any loss of baggage. All tourists advised to insure them-self by International Tourist Insurance or Mediclaim for any emergency during foreign Tour. 13. All Tourist are requested to check, watch & confirm Airlines Schedule Departure Time. In case of re-scheduling or cancellation of airlines / flight, if have any query requested to contact concern airlines. 14. There is no refund for any unutilized services. 15. Passengers traveling on international tour must reach the airport at least 3 Hours before the departure time. 16. Please read all the general Terms and Conditions and Cancellation Policy before book your tour / package. 17. For Children Travelling Without Parents Under Age Of 18 Years Need To Provide Noc Affidavit On Twenty Rupees Stamp Paper. 18. If a guest who has booked a group tour wishes to deviate from the tour schedule before or after the tour, she/he can do so by paying an additional cost. 19. For Individual Bookings, Guests on an Indian Tour can co-ordinate with the driver of the car/coach. Guests on a World tour can co-ordinate with ground handling agents to plan the next day's visit and sightseeing program. The car/coach has specific time limits within which it operates coach.