BEST OF SLOVAKIA TOUR 2018 (6 DAYS)

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1 BEST OF SLOVAKIA TOUR 2018 (6 DAYS) ITINERARY We invite you to come to Slovakia - the hidden gem of Europe. Immerse with us into the green and untouched countryside. Stroll with us through beautiful middle-aged town squares, visit the World Heritage and cultural sites. Above all, have fun and enjoy every moment of your Slovakia Holiday. 6 days tour with total of 920 km / 570 miles on the road. Tour starts & ends in Bratislava On route: Banska Stiavnica > Vlkolinec > Strbske Pleso > Stara Lesna (High Tatra region) > Levoca > Spiss castle > Bratislava This is an original, hand-made itinerary based on 10 years of traveling, discovering and exploring Slovakia. We have carefully selected the worth-to-see sights, restaurants, café's and hotels/pensions. We will do our best to make your Slovakia Holiday lovely, memorable and unique. Designed by Peter Blazicek, the founder of Best Slovakia Tours - Travel agency and Tour operator, passionate, experienced traveler and tour guide. Expert guide on private tours in Slovakia and Central European countries. 1

2 DAY 1, WELCOME TO BRATISLAVA (2x overnight in Bratislava) Welcome to Bratislava. Relax or take a leisurely stroll around the city. This evening join your Tour Guide and travelling companions for a Welcome Drink and itinerary introduction. Your lovely holiday has just started. DAY 2, BRATISLAVA QUALITY SIGHTSEEING TOUR Start the day with Quality sightseeing tour and see the highlights of this charming city. Primate Palace - the largest in Bratislava where the Treaty of Pressburg was signed, see the mysterious tapestries inside the Hall of Mirrors, St. Martin Cathedral the coronations place of 18 rulers including Austria-Hungarian empress Maria Theresa, Michaels gate - the only preserved gate, strolling through historical narrow streets. Climb up to Bratislava castle and enjoy views on the city. We drive to Devin castle - situated at the confluence of the Danube & Morava rivers. Its owners could control the important trade route along the Danube as well as one branch of the Amber Road. Samples of Current wine is waiting for you. It s a regional specialty. DAY 3, BANSKA STIAVNICA (2x overnight in High Tatras) This morning we have a scenic drive northeast. A stop in a picturesque Banska Stiavnica town, connected with the mining of silver, gold. It is like to step in the past centuries. Admire Old, New castle and Holy Trinity square. Lunch break to try some traditional meals from a local restaurant and try beers from local top quality microbrewery. A short town s introduction with a lunch break and continue to High Tatra mountains where we show you Strbske Pleso alpine lake, have a rest with coffee & cake, drive to Stara Lesna village. For dinner we accompany you to Koliba a traditional wooden chalet with traditional tasty Slovak dishes, waiters in folk costumes and Slovak folk music. Start with a shot of Slivovica a plum brandy and continue with our national meal Bryndzove halusky. DAY 4, UNCOVER THE BEAUTY OF TATRA MOUNTAINS It's easy to fall in love with High Tatras - mountains with its picturesque valleys, brooks, waterfalls, colorful meadows, tarns with crystal clear water. We take a cable car to get to Skalnate pleso (optional, tickets not included). Breathtaking views are waiting for you. Then we take a pleasant walking tour*, trail goes through blueberry bushes and dwarf pines until we reach the oldest tiny mountain cottage (1hr 30min). What about to try a tasty tee from local herbs? A few steps further we will admire the waterfalls. The right time for taking pictures and relaxing. We end up going down by funicular railway to Stary Smokovec town. 2

3 *For non-hikers, we only organize a cable car trip, without a hiking tour. Instead of a hiking tour it is a possibility to visit the only accessible cave in High Tatras - the Belianska cave. Back to Pension P2004. Day 5, LEVOCA & SPISS CASTLE / UNESCO History enthusiasts will admire charming middle-aged town Levoca, cultural & historic jewel among Slovak towns. Visit of Roman Catholic church of St. Jacob with its largest wooden wing gothic altar in the world - a masterpiece from Master Paul of Levoca. Museum visit & strolling around. Lunch break followed by visit of Spiss castle. It is not just an evidence of architectural development from the 12th to 18th century, but it is one of the largest castles in Central Europe. Mighty and impressive fortress in a stunning location. Transfer to Bratislava and at leisure. DAY 6, DEPARTURE Your memorable holiday comes to an end today. We are ready to arrange for you an airport transfer for discounted rates. Would you like to add extra days in Slovakia? What about visiting Vienna, Budapest, Prague or Krakow? WHAT IS ALWAYS INCLUDED Meals: 5x Breakfasts Overnights: 5x overnights in 3star carefully selected hotels/pensions Including VAT (Value Added Tax) Tour guides: Bratislava city tour with a local expert, during the whole tour professional and licensed Guide-driver-translator Transportation: Air conditioned cars, vans or buses, Refreshment on board - mineral water, diesel, parking, motorway fees Map of Bratislava, information material, Brochures, leaflets, Photos of Your Holiday on USB sticks 3

4 WHAT IS EXCLUDED Flights to/from Slovakia, Return airport transfers (ask and get the special rate) Travel insurance, Personal expenses, Meals and drinks, Entrances (estimated EUR per person), cable car tickets, souvenirs, gratuities to Guide-driver (optional), local city tax (varies from EUR 0.5 to 1.75 per person per night) Anything not mentioned in included EXPERIENCE MORE There is already included in the price a high level of services, but we also offer you customize a tour. Better hotel? Special day trips? Any special services? We are ready to assist and help you. Tell us about your special requests >> 4

5 AVAILABILITY AND PRICES On Best Slovakia Tours' 10th birthday we want you to celebrate with us. Book a wonderful trip and enjoy 10% OFF. Travel MORE. For LESS. Before the Top Travel Season you can enjoy additional discount. Tour starts Tour ends Availability Old price New price April 12, 2018 April 17, 2018 available April 19, 2018 April 24, 2018 available April 26, 2018 May 01, 2018 available Top Travel Season: May - September May 03, 2018 May 08, 2018 available May 10, 2018 May 15, 2018 available May 17, 2018 May 22, 2018 available May 24, 2018 May 29, 2018 available May 31, 2018 June 05, 2018 available June 07, 2018 June 12, 2018 available June 14, 2018 June 19, 2018 available June 21, 2018 June 26, 2018 available June 28, 2018 July 03, 2018 available July 05, 2018 July 10, 2018 available July 12, 2018 July 17, 2018 available July 19, 2018 July 24, 2018 available July 26, 2018 July 31, 2018 available Aug. 02, 2018 Aug. 07, 2018 available Aug. 09, 2018 Aug. 14, 2018 available Aug. 16, 2018 Aug. 21, 2018 available Aug. 23, 2018 Aug. 28, 2018 available Aug. 30, 2018 Sept. 4, 2018 available Sept. 6, 2018 Sept. 11, 2018 available Sept. 13, 2018 Sept. 18, 2018 available Sept. 20, 2018 Sept. 25, 2018 available Sept. 27,2018 Oct. 2, 2018 available

6 If you prefer to travel out of the main season, then October is a great choice for you. The weather is still pleasant and you can enjoy the tour without crowds. And enjoy additional Low Season Discount per person. Oct. 4, 2018 Oct. 09, 2018 available Oct. 11, 2018 Oct. 16, 2018 available Oct. 18, 2018 Oct. 23, 2018 available *We do not operate this tour during the winter season (Nov-March) *Price is per person sharing twin/double room. Single room for surcharge Best of Slovakia Tour 2018 >> 6

7 PRIVATE TOUR SUITS YOU BETTER? If you would like to have a Best of Slovakia Tour just for you and your family or friends, we are ready to offer you this tour privately. You will choose the best possible travel dates for you and add places you wish to visit. Your private driver-guide will be from you from the first moment until your departure. We only use professional, licensed driver-guides, the real travel experts, passionate travelers and great companions. Request a Private Tour >> NEED A TRAVEL ADVICE FROM LOCALS? We are happy to answer all your questions and help with trip organizing. Keep questions coming. Contact us >> 7

8 WE ARE TRUSTED, RELIABLE AND RECOGNIZED Best Slovakia Tours, s.r.o. - Travel agency and Tour operator is recommended by Trip Advisor - the world's largest travel site. Best Slovakia Tours, s.r.o. - Travel agency and Tour operator is a member of Slovak Association of Travel Agencies and Tour Operators. Best Slovakia Tours, s.r.o. - Travel agency and Tour operator is fully insured against insolvency. It is a mandatory insurance for every tour operator in Slovakia. Leader in Small Group Tours & Private tours and in Slovakia Specialist in Private tours in Central Europe Follow us on Facebook, Instagram & Twitter Peter Blazicek Managing director & founder peter@bestslovakiatours.com Mobile: Jane Blazicek Office manager jane@bestslovakiatours.com Mobile: Best Slovakia Tours, s.r.o., Travel agency & Tour operator, Bohrova 7, Bratislava, Slovakia Phone: , peter@bestslovakiatours.com, Website is only operated by team of Best Slovakia Tours, s.r.o. VAT # SK