The Hills will be Alive! Sound of Music & More Tour. June 11-18, 2014 Salzburg, Vienna, Austria Salzburg & Munich. May 1-9,

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1 The Hills will be Alive! Sound of Music & More Tour Exclusively with Elisabeth von Trapp June 11-18, 2014 Salzburg, Vienna, Austria Salzburg & Munich An Experience of a Lifetime awaits you on this exclusive Sound of Music and More Tour to Salzburg with Elisabeth von Trapp. We know many Daniel O Donnell Austria Tour Fans wanted to see Austria and experience the sights of The Sound of Music! This tour is just for you. Elisabeth was being considered as a Guest Star with Daniel at the Vienna Concerts, so you know she is an accomplished singer. She will be with you on this Awesome Austrian Adventure! May 1-9, For Elisabeth von Trapp, the Sounds of Music are part of her earliest memories. Born and raised in Vermont, Elisabeth is the granddaughter of the legendary Maria and Baron von Trapp, whose story inspired The Sound of Music. Singing professionally since childhood, Elisabeth has enthralled audiences from European cathedrals to Washington D.C. s Kennedy Center. Elisabeth s Grandmother, Maria von Trapp in the Hills of Salzburg. Inspired by her father Werner von Trapp s guitar playing and singing, Elisabeth has carried on the legacy of the internationally renowned Trapp Family Singers. She began taking piano lessons when she was eight and by the age of sixteen she was playing guitar and traveling the back roads of New England performing with her siblings at weddings, gospel meetings and town halls. Now she performs around the world and summers in Salzburg! MET Tours, operator of Daniel O Donnell Tours, is excited to present this special Tour. You will meet Elisabeth von Trapp. She will be your private guide to her favorite Sound of Music sights. She will also share with you her experiences growing up in the famous von Trapp family. And you will be her special guests at one of her popular concerts at Mirabell Palace! Salzburg is not just The Sound of Music City it is a world-reknown destination. Being in the middle of Austria, it is the perfect place to unpack for a week and explore nearby attractions. You will see a fairytale castle that will make you feel like Royalty. Visit the Eagle s Nest and cruise on a crystal clear Alp fjord. An optional train trip to Vienna will be comfortable and memorable as well. While we will not have Daniel O Donnell Concerts, you will see where Daniel went on his visit! Sensational Salzburg The von Trapp Mansion 20th Century Fox

2 Wednesday, June 11, 2014 (Valid Passport is required for travel to Europe) Flights depart from USA and Canada for Munich, Germany. Munich has the most flights to and from the US and Canada, more flights, means lower rates. Flights are overnight and include movies and meals. MET Tours can assist on your flights. A group block will be held from Detroit, MI. Austrian Airlines will have flights as well. Rates and reservations will be available in July Rates will vary, but should be around $1, $1, Thursday, June 12, 2014 Arrive in the morning and meet your local Guide/Escort who will be with you throughout the tour. As it is just a short drive to Salzburg, a city tour of Munich is included for you before your scenic drive to Salzburg. Check into the famous Pitter Hotel. This 4-Star Hotel located in the heart of Salzburg if a perfect home for an unrushed six-night stay. From the grand marble lobby to the chestnut tree lined gardens, The Pitter is a Grand Hotel with all the modern amenities. After your journey relax with wonderful dinner here at the hotel. (D) Friday, June 13, 2014 A full breakfast is included every morning your hotel daily. This morning you will meet Elisabeth von Trapp. She will personally spend the morning with you and show you some of her favorite sights of the Sound of Music. Mirabell Gardens and Pegasus Fountain (dancing scene with Maria and the children, Maria and the children sing Do-Re-Mi,) Leopoldskron Palace (where the family lived in the film) Hellbrunn Palace (the Sound of Music Pavilion, One of the most famous and romantic scenes was filmed here: I am 16 going on 17,) Nonnberg Convent (where Maria lived as a young novice,) Mondsee Church (wedding scene,) The Benedictine Convent on Nonnberg: it is here that nuns sing Maria. As we have a full week here in beautiful Salzburg, there is no need to try and see and visit your favorite Sound of Music sights in less than one day as the other tours do. We will explore and enjoy at a leisurely pace. Balance of the day free to browse the historic city center and enjoy a café dinner on your own. (B) Saturday, June 14, 2014 After Breakfast you will again be joined by Elisabeth to visit more of her favorite sights! Residenz Square and Residenz Fountain: Maria crosses Residenz square in a bus on her way from Nonnberg Convent to the Trapp Villa singing I have confidence in me, Felsenreitschule: here, the Trapp Family performed its farewell song and Baron von Trapp sang Edelweiss, St. Peter s Cemetery: it was here that the dramatic flight scenes were filmed. We will then head outside of town to visit St. Gilgen Wolfgangsee (the historic hills in the opening scene in the movie.) Enjoy a cruise on Lake Wolfgang, the same lake the children fell into off their little boat! Elisabeth will also share with you her stories of growing up in her famous singing family and her fun adventures. Dinner is included tonight at the hotel follow by a concert by Elisabeth von Trapp at the Mirabell Palace. She will perform your favorite songs from the Sound of Music plus other hits and her own published songs. You will see that Music is Alive in the von Trapp family! Elisabeth s concerts are very popular in Salzburg. (B, D) Sunday, June 15, 2014 Today is a free day; an optional Train Trip to Vienna will be available. It is a scenic 2 ½ hour train ride to Vienna so we will leave early. On arrival at the city center station we will have a walking city tour showing you the famous sights in this beautiful city on the romantic Danube River. You will have free time in the afternoon to browse the shops and cafes, make sure you try a Linzer Torte. Our comfortable train ride home has a dining and bar car to relax in. (B) Monday, June 16, 2014 Salzburg is not just the location for the Sound of Music. With its many nearby outstanding attractions and sights, it is a vacation destination. We have included the best day journeys to show you how awesome Austria is! The city itself is known as the birthplace of Music and Mozart! After breakfast we journey to beautiful Lake Chiemsee. Visit the Royal Palace of Herrenchiemsee a fairytale refuge for the fairytale king. In 1878, Ludwig II of Bavaria commissioned an extravagant palace to be built on idyllic Herrenwörth Island in Lake Chiemsee. Inspired by the French Sun King Louis XIV, this fairytale showpiece now attracts millions of visitors every year. Even the boat ride to the island is like being in a fairytale. This is the final castle of Ludwig II and the biggest and most expensive of all. It looks like Versailles. As an example of cost is not an issue, thirty industrious women worked for 7 years on the embroidery for the bed cover. Late afternoon arrive back in Salzburg with the balance of the day and evening free to enjoy. (B)

3 Tuesday, June 17, 2014 Another awesome journey today as we travel to one of the most famous destination in the world. In the 20th century the name of Berchtesgaden took on a historical note as Hitler s Eagles Nest came here overlooking the fantastically lovely countryside. This Tea-House lodge, which sits like a James Bond fantasy atop an alpine peak, was a gift to Adolf Hitler from his allies for his 50th birthday in According to the tour guide, the fireplace was a little extra from Mussolini. In 1945, victorious allied soldiers chipped off countless souvenirs from the fireplace. The bombs of WW2 did not touch Eagles Nest. It is an incredible place, you will ride in the famous golden elevator have a tour of Eagle s Nest and free time at the top. All proceeds from Eagle s Nest tours go to a charitable trust. The Watzmann is Germany s second highest mountain and the Konigsee is a thin, fjord-like lake that hooks itself around the foot. You ll take the ferry around the lake past dramatic mountain and forest scenery. You ll will stop at the lovely baroque chapel of St. Bartholomew and photograph the magnificent sights on this jewel of Bavarian lakes. Your ferry captain may even breakout in a song as the mountain s surrounding the fjord make for some very unique acoustics! You will say were not in Kansas anymore another great movie! Enjoy a wonderful closing dinner with our friends here at The Pitter. (B,D) Wednesday, June 18, 2014 Morning transfers to Munich airport and your flight back home. It will be difficult to leave the awesome Alps and the wonderful Austrian people and all that great Music! (B) For those who would like to extend their vacation while they are in Europe, we are holding group space on a wonderful River Cruise that begins on June 18th! You ll treasure every moment of this memorable 8-day Danube River cruise from fascinating Nuremberg to exciting Budapest. From Nuremberg, set sail for medieval Regensburg, Passau, Vienna, and Budapest, with guided sightseeing in each city. Sail through the fascinating Main Danube Canal and witness the scenic beauty as you cruise past quaint towns. Attend a beer tasting, tour Melk s splendid Benedictine Abbey, and experience the music, art, culture, and historical sights in Vienna and conclude in exotic Budapest a memorable additional to your vacation! June 18-June 25, You will experience one of the newest and most innovative River Cruise Ships in the world, The Avalon Vista. With her inaugural sailing in 2012, this is a brand new ship that features a beautiful smoke free interior and friendly English speaking crew. The suites feature Wall-to-Wall Panoramic Windows and oversized balconies. Our package includes transfers from Munich Airport to the ship in Nuremberg (just about 100 miles away) and transfer from the ship to Budapest Airport. No worries or travel to book, a seamless addition to your Salzburg vacation. On your Avalon Waterways River Cruise, all of your meals, beverages (including champagne, wines, beer, soft drinks) and shore excursions are included. It is no wonder why European River Cruises are so popular and Avalon is at the top with the newest ships. So make the most of your airfare dollars and enjoy a River Cruise of a lifetime! SOUND OF MUSIC AND MORE TOUR INCLUDES: - English speaking Tour Guide and Deluxe motor coach transportation throughout as per itinerary - Daily European breakfast buffet at Hotels- Three, 3-course Dinners at the Hotels - 6 Nights accommodation at a 4-star Hotel Pitter in Salzburg - Exclusive Sound of Music and More Tour by Elisabeth von Trapp to include 2 private Sound of Music sightseeing tours with Elisabeth and top reserved seats for her Concert. - City tour of Munich - Boat cruise at Lake Wolfgangsee from St.Gilgen- Boat cruise at Lake Chiemsee to Herrenchiemsee Island - Herrenchiemsee Castle - Eagle s Nest Tour Konigsee Fjord cruise. - All Taxes, Porterage for one bag per person at the Hotels. NOT INCLUDED IN THE COST: - Airfare-Porterage of luggage at airports- Tips for driver, tour escort, local guides, hotel staff, and waiters - Drinks, coffee/tea with included meals unless specified, Passport Fees, Items of a Personal Nature PRICING $1, US Per Person Based on Double Occupancy for those who were booked on Daniel O Donnell s Austria Tour (and their guests.) $1, US Per Person for new reservations. Single Supplement on Request. Contact: MET Tours TOUR (8687) from the US and Canada or visit The Sound of Music & More Tour with Elisabeth von Trapp, is licensed by Ed Hall, Esq. and managed with permission by MET Tours.

4 20th Century Fox The Hills will be Alive when you are with Elisabeth von Trapp in Salzburg. 20th Century Fox 20th Century Fox 20th Century Fox Awesome Austria, A Fairytale Country dotted with Castles, Mountains and Chalets with flower boxes ablaze in color! Take a Lake Cruiser to an Enchanted Island to visit a Fairytale Castle! This is one of King Ludwig s many Palaces. The money spent on them, Priceless. The Hall of Mirrors, one of 70 planned rooms at the Palace. He had many Palaces which are now top tourist attractions.

5 The World-Famous Eagles Nest, a 50th Birthday present to Hitler for his command center, liberated by U.S.Troops. Enjoy a scenic cruise on Konigsee Fjord to St. Bartholomew Island and have free time in popular Berchtesgaden. The Place to stay in Salzburg, the famous Hotel Pitter with its great location, restaurants, gardens and what a view! With the Optional Rail Journey to Vienna, you will see the sights and enjoy the sweet delights!

6 The Avalon Vista, will take you to the heart of Old Europe with a great staff and fine accomodations. Day 1 Nuremberg (Embarkation): onboard welcome reception, Welcome Dinner. Day 2 Nuremberg: choice of guided sightseeing or Nuremberg Trials tour; onboard lecture; beer tasting, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Day 3 Regensburg: guided walk; enjoy a snack at the Historische Wurstküche, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Day 4 Passau Linz: guided walk in Passau, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Day 5 Melk Vienna: guided visit of the Benedictine Abbey in Melk, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Day 6 Vienna: guided sightseeing, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Day 7 Budapest: guided sightseeing, see Fishermen s Bastion, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Day 8 Budapest (Disembarkation-Transfer to the Airport) Breakfast and Good-bys! Group Rates; Staterooms start at $2, per person double occupany and include taxes, transfers all meals and sightseeing as detailed. There are further discounts for bookings made by June 24, This is a new ship and the weather will be beautiful! Call the office at for more details or to get onboard. Due to the size of the ship, just 80 staterooms, we have limited space, first come, first served. View the ship, see the cruise and get top reviews at

7 Day 1, June 18, 204 Nuremberg, Germany (Transfer from Muncih Airport Embarkation) Welcome to Germany! Before dinner, meet your crew for a welcome reception. (Dinner) Day 2, June 19, 2014 Nuremberg Although 90% of Nuremberg s Old Town suffered extensive damage during WWII, much of it has been restored to the glory it once knew as the unofficial capital of the Holy Roman Empire. Today, choose from an included GUIDED SIGHTSEEING TOUR and marvel at this thousand-year-old city s medieval fortifications, extraordinary gothic churches, and the Kaiserburg (Imperial Castle), or join a more specialized NUREMBERG TRIALS tour. During free time, be sure to make a wish at the beautiful fountain in the Hauptmarkt (main square). Legend says your wish will come true if you turn its gold ring three times. Then, enjoy a tranquil afternoon of cruising. Take in an interesting ONBOARD LECTURE about the engineering marvel that is the Main Danube Canal. Before dinner we ll introduce you to some of Germany s FAMOUS BEERS! (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner) Day 3, June 20, 2014 Regensburg Arrive in Regensburg after breakfast. Dating back to the time of the Celts around 500 BC, Regensburg is one of Germany s best preserved medieval cities. Established during the Holy Roman Empire and the only German city not bombed during WWII, Regensburg has at least 1,300 listed buildings of historic interest. Architectural highlights of your GUIDED WALK include the Altes Rathaus (Old Town Hall), built in the 13th century, and Porta Pretoria, gates to an ancient Roman fort built in 179 AD. Wander through the city s lanes and alleys to discover the many mansions with high towers. Wealthy families built these towers to emphasize their status and wealth during the Middle Ages, and many still remain today. Walk across the 12th-century Steinerne Brücke (Stone Bridge), the oldest of its kind in Germany. Grab a beer and enjoy an included SNACK at the Historische Wurstküche (Old Sausage Kitchen), one of Germany s oldest restaurants. Bask in the vibrant atmosphere and take in the remarkable views along the river. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner) Day 4, June 21, 2014 Passau Linz, Austria This morning, dock in Passau. Uniquely located where the Inn, Ilz, and Danube Rivers converge, Passau is a maze of narrow cobblestone streets lined with beautiful patrician houses. St. Stephen s Cathedral, a masterpiece of Italian baroque architecture, houses one of the world s largest church organs with 17,774 pipes. Take in the highlights on the included GUIDED WALK. Then, sail to Linz, Austria s third-largest town, which lies on both banks of the Danube and is an important industrial town and busy river port. Alternatively, take an optional full-day excursion to Salzburg to see the popular Sound of Music sights or to Èeský Krumlov in the Czech Republic, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Rejoin the ship in Linz. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner) Day 5, June 22, 2014 Melk Vienna This morning, enjoy an included GUIDED VISIT of Melk s magnificent 11th-century BENEDICTINE ABBEY, one of Europe s largest monasteries. The abbey houses an ornate library with over 80,000 printed books and 2,000 manuscripts. You ll be captivated by the splendor of the church with its frescoed ceilings, stunning high altar, marble statues, and 210-foot-high cupola. The view from the terrace of the abbey over the Danube and surrounding countryside is breathtaking! During lunchtime, cruise through the picturesque Wachau Valley, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Pass the magnificent baroque Stiftskirche with its blue façade, the landmark of Dürnstein, before arriving in Vienna this evening. Known as the City of Music, it inspired the creative genius of Mozart, Beethoven, and Strauss. An optional concert is available tonight. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner) Day 6, June 23, 2014 Vienna Once the center of the mighty Habsburg Empire, Austria s magical capital on the blue Danube is a showcase of gilded architecture. This is home to the lavish Hofburg Imperial Palace complex with its Vienna Boy s Choir and dazzling Lipizzaner stallions; the neorenaissance Vienna Opera House; and awe-inspiring St. Stephen s Cathedral plus, countless other sights shown to you by your Local Guide during your included CITY TOUR. Shop in the delightful pedestrian Kärntnerstrasse, and be sure to take a break and enjoy a piece of decadent Sachertorte or Apfelstrudel in one of the classic Viennese coffee houses, historic institutions that helped shape Viennese culture! In the late afternoon, leave Vienna for Budapest. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner) Day 7 June 24, 2014 Budapest, Hungary Spanning the banks of the Danube, Budapest is one of Eastern Europe s liveliest cities. Whether you re seeing the sights, shopping for handcrafted embroidery or Herend porcelain, or basking in the coffee house culture over a rich cream cake in the renowned Gerbeaud Café, Budapest s unique energy is positively palatable. On your GUIDED SIGHTSEEING TOUR, see the massive hilltop castle complex with its remarkable Fishermen s Bastion and 11th-century Matthias Church, the coronation spot of several Hungarian monarchs. Be sure to take note of the city s eight bridges many famous sights in and of themselves which connect ancient Buda on the right bank with Pest on the left. You may even want to walk across Chain Bridge, a symbol of Budapest built in Perhaps visit St. Stephen s Basilica; shop at the Great Market Hall and purchase paprika at one of its 180 vendor stalls; wander around the Royal Palace grounds; or stroll along Váci utca, the main shopping street. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner) Day 8, June 25, 2014 Budapest (Disembarkation-transfer to the airport) Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning. (Breakfast) River Cruising is very popular and convienient way to explore the real beauty of Old Europe. While the price at first may seem expensive, when you add-up everything that is included you will see it is a real value.

8 Sound of Music and More Tour! June 11-18, 2014 (from USA-Canada) Reservation Form Please fill out information below and return with your deposit to: MET Tours, 107 W. Wayne St., Maumee, OH USA One Form Per Family Name. 24/7 Secure Fax Office , TOUR 30 Years DanielODonnellTours.com Name: Date of Birth As it appears on your Passport. A valid Passport is required for this tour. Roommate s Name: Date of Birth As it appears on your Passport. A valid Passport is required for this tour. Address: This form must be kept in locked files and shredded on completion. City: State: Zip: Day Phone: Address Reservation Information: Tour Cost for Daniel O Donnel Austria Passengers is $1, Per Person Double Occupancy. Other Passengers $1, Airfare is extra and will be available in August Deposit and Payment Schedule: $ per person is required to make a reservation and reserve concert tickets. This is refundable less a $ fee per person up to February 7, The fee is transferable to a replacement up to final payment. Final Payment is on or before Feb.7, Travel & Cancellation Insurance: NTA Travel Protection and Travelex Insurance policies are available. Brochures will be mailed with your confirmation letter. Pre-Existing medical conditions are covered with timely policy purchase. Tour Cancellations will cost: Feb. 8, 2014-March 8~$300, March 9- April 8~50%, April 10 and under ~100%. Travel Insurance is available and highly recommended to cover this expense. Method of Payment: Enclosed is check for $ OFFICE USE: Res. Number: Air Booking No. Date Paid: Make checks payable to: MET Tours-Music Austria Charge $ on Credit Card: Visa MasterCard Discover American Express Card No: Exp. Date: Signature as it appears on card: Terms and conditions: Elizabeth von Trapp, her management and staff act only as advisers for this programs and as such cannot be held liable for any negligence under any circumstance. MET Tours, a licensed and bonded travel company acts only as an agent for the various airlines, bus lines and other suppliers and as an agent cannot be held liable for negligence on their behalf. By your participation in this program, you confirm and hold harmless both entities. The Tour Operator and Group Advisor cannot be held responsible for any delay, change of schedules, acts of war, terrorism, weather, strikes, and other causes. As with all Performing Artist Travel in the event that Artist can not perform as stated, a refund for the concert ticket or substitute Artist will be offered. The Land and Air arrangement are subject to the above noted fees and are not dependant on the Artist. Baggage is accepted at owners risk. TP Signature Passenger One Date Signature Passenger Two Date