As we looked at the London Tower Bridge, even the Tour Manager marvelled at how the bridge opened and closed. It was like seeing magic in the day.

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1 28 As we looked at the London Tower Bridge, even the Tour Manager marvelled at how the bridge opened and closed. It was like seeing magic in the day.

2 Exotic Europe HIGHLIGHTS OF THE TOUR A complete value for money tour with maximum quality sightseeing Stay in convenient & comfortable hotels throughout your holiday Daily continental buffet breakfast included with hot eggs & fruits Daily Indian Jain / Vegetarian / Nonvegetarian lunches included Daily Indian Jain / Vegetarian / Nonvegetarian dinners included Welcome Indian Dinner with wine & soft drinks in Rome Guided city tour of Rome, Vatican City, Florence, Venice, Salzburg, Paris, London Experience the multi-sensorial Time Elevator and Visit the majestic Trevi Fountain in Rome Visit the Vatican City the Vatican Museum, Sistine Chapel and the St. Peter s Basilica See the Leaning Tower of Pisa Visit Ferrari Galleria Museum in Maranello Visit the St. Mark s Square in Venice with lunch on board your chartered boat Romantic Gondola Ride in Venice Visit the Murano glass showroom in Venice See the Golden Roof and the Maria Theresien Strasse in Innsbruck Excursion to Nordkette with local/indian lunch Visit the Swarovski Crystal Museum in Wattens, Austria Visit Hallien Salt Mine Caves, Austria Tour of Vaduz in a Mini Train Excursion to Jungfraujoch Top of Europe with champagne lunch and a visit to Interlaken Visit the Trummelbach Falls Visit Mt. Titlis in the world s first revolving cable car with cliff walk See the Lion Monument and the Kapell Brucke in Lucerne Cruise on Lake Lucerne Visit Schoggiland - Chocolate Factory Visit Zurich The financial Capital of Switzerland View the magnificent Rhine Falls in Schaffhausen Enjoy an authentic Black Forest Cake Visit Titisee, right in the heart of Black Forest See a Cuckoo clock demonstration Orientation Tour of Baden Baden Free time at the Altstadt Old Town in Heidelberg Enjoy a romantic cruise on the River Rhine Entrance to the beautiful Cologne Cathedral Visit Madurodam Holland in miniature in Den Haag Breathtaking view of Amsterdam city on a canal cruise Visit the world famous Keukenhof Tulip Gardens (till 13th May) Visit Zaanse Schans A working museum of well-preserved historic windmills and houses, cheese farm & wooden shoe factory (from 14th May) Free time at Dam square Photo stop at a traditional windmill in Amsterdam Tour of Brussels Grand Place and Photo stop at the Atomium Visit 3rd level of the Eiffel Tower Visit the Louvre Museum Cruise on the River Seine Full day at Euro Disney a super fun, stressfree and adventure experience Chance to see the Lido Show A unique experience of travelling under the English Channel aboard the world s fastest channel train, the Eurostar Included Visit the famous Madame Tussauds Wax Museum Ride the famous London Eye Visit the historic Tower of London Visit 10 countries in 19 days in a relaxed and at a leisurely pace covering Italy, the Vatican, Austria, Principality of Liechtenstein, Switzerland, Germany, The Netherlands, Belgium, France and United Kingdom Services of a professional, friendly, multilingual and experienced Tour Manager travelling with you throughout your tour 29

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4 Exot ic Europe 18 Nights/ 19 Days Italy, The Vatican, Austria, Principality of Liechtenstein, Switzerland, Germany, The Netherlands, Belgium, France & United Kingdom London Amsterdam Paris Mannhiem Zurich Titisee Innsbruck Engelberg Bologna Florence Pisa Rome 01 Welcome to Rome the eternal city. Experience the insightful Time Elevator and see the majestic Trevi Fountain. Welcome Indian Dinner with wine & soft drinks Today, enter the world of Vacations Exotica as you begin your beautiful journey of Europe. On arrival, at Rome airport meet your professional and experienced Tour Manager /Local Representative in the arrival area situated outside the customs hall. Drive directly to your hotel and check in. This evening, experience the multi-sensorial attraction Time Elevator that shows almost 3000 years of Roman history. See the majestic Trevi Fountain a fountain of grandeur and wishes. Tonight, enjoy a welcome Indian dinner with wine and soft drinks. Overnight at Hotel Barcelo Aran Park / Quality Hotel Rouge et Noir Roma or similar, in Rome. (D) 02 A Guided tour of Rome. Visit the Vatican Museum, Sistine Chapel and St. Peter s Basilica. After a continental buffet breakfast, check out and experience the magic of Rome on your extensive guided tour. Start your tour by visiting the Holy See - The Vatican (Shorts / Mini Skirts or Sleeveless vests not allowed). Marvel at the masterpieces of the Vatican Museum as your expert local English speaking guide leads you through. Visit the Pope s personal chapel - The Sistine Chapel. Get artistically inspired by its decoration, frescoed throughout by great artists including Michelangelo. Later, visit the holy church of St. Peter s and be amazed by its artistic and architectural grandeur. Next, see the Victor Emmanuel Monument, Roman Forum, Circus Maximus, Colosseum, Ancient temples and many more sights. Enjoy lunch. Later, depart and check into your hotel. Tonight, enjoy an Indian dinner. Overnight at Hotel Planet / Novotel or similar in Arezzo / Perugia. (B, L, D) 03 Guided tour of Florence. Onto Pisa - See the Leaning Tower of Pisa After a continental buffet breakfast, check out and drive to Florence. On arrival, join your experienced English speaking local guide for a city tour. See the Basilica di Santa Maria del Fiore - The Duomo. See the Gates of Paradise - The East Doors of the Baptistery, the Campanile and marvel at the open air sculpture museum in Piazza Della Signoria, the Santa 31

5 Croce where Michelangelo and Galileo are buried. Also see Ponte Vecchio - a medieval bridge over the River Arno. Get a bird s eye view of Florence from Piazzale Michelangelo where you can also see the statue of David, one of Michelangelo s masterpiece. After lunch, drive to the city of Pisa. Hold your breath as you enter the Square of Miracles and see the precariously Leaning Tower of Pisa. Later, drive to Bologna. Enjoy an Indian dinner. Overnight at Hotel Cosmopolitan / NH Hotel or similar in Bologna (B, L, D) 04 Visit Ferrari Galleria Museum in Maranello. Venice - The Queen of the Adriatic Sea. Lunch on board your private boat. Guided city tour of Venice. Gondola Ride in Venice. Visit the famous Murano Glass Showroom. After a continental buffet breakfast, check out and drive to Maranello, a town and commune in the region of Emilia- Romagna in northern Italy and home of Ferrari S.P.A. and the Scuderia Ferrari Formula One racing team. Visit the Ferrari Museum which has a collection of cars, images and trophies of Ferrari s victories all over the world. The exhibition of the Galleria is a discovery journey of Formula 1 racers, Grand Tourers and Sports-Prototypes that have made history. Proceed to the romantic city of Venice. Enjoy Indian lunch on board your chartered boat. Later, on your chartered boat, we take you to the traditional centre of the city - Piazza San Marco. This city of 117 islands in the Venetian Lagoon is sure to leave you mystified. On your guided tour, see the St. Mark s Basilica, Bridge of Sighs, the Doges Palace, the Campanile and many more sights. Experience the romance of this magical city on a Gondola ride included on your tour. Visit a Murano Glass Showroom and see the skills of these master craftsmen. Tonight, enjoy an Indian dinner. Overnight at Hotel Pino Verde / NH Hotel or similar in Padova. (B, L, D) 05 Onto Innsbruck. Visit the beautiful Nordkette in the heart of Innsbruck with lunch on top of the mountain. After a continental buffet breakfast, check out and drive to Innsbruck - the Tyrolean capital, in picturesque Austria. Feast your eyes on some spectacular scenery as you drive over the Brenner Pass into Innsbruck. On arrival visit Nordkette the Jewel of the Alps, where breath-taking 360 view leaves a lasting impression, with the capital of the Alps on one side and Tyrol s most extensive conservation area on the other. Also enjoy local / Indian lunch on top with amazing views as your backdrop. Proceed on an orientation tour of Innsbruck. Experience the charm of this city like the Golden Roof and St. Anne s Column on Maria Theresien Strasse, from where you also get spectacular views of the Alps. Check into your hotel. You also have some free time to relax. Tonight, enjoy an Indian dinner. Overnight at Alp Hotel / Hotel Grauer Baer or similar, in Innsbruck. (B, L, D) 06 Onto Salzburg. Visit Hallien Salt Mine in Salzburg. Guided city tour of Salzburg. After a continental buffet breakfast drive to Salzburg. Visit the Hallien Salt Mine where fun, adventure and mystical moments await you in the ancient realm of the White Gold. Here, in the world s oldest mine that will take you kilometres deep into the mountain. After lunch, proceed on a guided tour of Salzburg which is not only the home of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart - a UNESCO World Heritage site and the setting of the film, the Sound of Music, but it is also a cultural hub of Austria. Experience the charm of this city through the old town, see the famous house where Mozart stayed and visit the famous Mirabell gardens. Drive back to Innsbruck. Tonight, enjoy an Indian dinner. Overnight at Alp Hotel / Hotel Grauer Baer or similar, in Innsbruck. (B, L, D) 07 Visit the Swarovski Crystal Museum in Wattens. Visit Vaduz - The capital of the tiny Principality of Liechtenstein. Enjoy a mini train ride. Onto Switzerland! After a continental buffet breakfast, check out and get set for a glittering experience as you visit the Swarovski Crystal Museum in Wattens. Walk through the scintillating Chambers of Wonder marvel at the display and buy a souvenir for your near and dear ones. Later, drive to the charming Principality of Liechtenstein. On arrival, enjoy lunch. Later, in Vaduz, enjoy a mini train ride that takes you around this quaint town. Next, drive to Engelberg in Central Switzerland, on arrival check into the hotel. Tonight, enjoy an Indian dinner. Overnight at Hotel Schweizerhof / Ramada or similar, in Engelberg/ Zurich. (B, L, D) 32

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8 08 Excursion to Jungfraujoch - Top of Europe (3454 mts). A Champagne lunch on top. Visit Trummelbach Falls and Interlaken. After a continental buffet breakfast, get set for an excursion to Jungfraujoch an experience of your lifetime. Drive to Lauterbrunnen to board the cog wheel train to Jungfraujoch (3454 mts.) - a world of eternal ice and snow. Enjoy a delicious lunch with champagne on Top of Europe. Visit the Ice Palace, the highestaltitude ice palace in the world and the Sphinx Terrace, the views from here are considered the best in Switzerland. Next, visit the Trummelbach Falls - the only waterfalls in Europe inside a mountain which are made accessible to man. Later, proceed to the picture perfect town of Interlaken nestled between two lakes. Be enthralled by the beauty of this town before driving back to your hotel. Tonight, enjoy an Indian dinner. Overnight at Hotel Schweizerhof / Ramada or similar, in Engelberg/Zurich. (B, L, D) 09 Mt Titlis - A landscape close to heaven. Lucerne Orientation Tour. Cruise on Lake Lucerne After a continental buffet breakfast, proceed for an excursion that will surely leave you spellbound. Enjoy stunning views from the world s first revolving cable car - Rotair on your way up to Mt. Titlis (3020 mts). Here visit the Ice Grotto and indulge yourself in the world of snow on the snow terrace with Cliff Walk (subject to weather conditions). After lunch, drive to the beautiful lakeside town of Lucerne. See the dramatic Lion Monument and the Kapell Brucke as you soak in the beauty of this city. You also have some free time for shopping of the world renowned Swiss watches, Swiss knives, chocolates, souvenirs, etc. Enjoy a Cruise on the lake of the four cantons - Lake Lucerne. Tonight, enjoy an Indian dinner. Overnight at Hotel Schweizerhof / Ramada or similar, in Engelberg/Zurich. (B, L, D) 10 Visit SchoggiLand - Chocolate Factory. See the Rhine falls in Schaffhausen. Orientation tour of Zurich After a continental buffet breakfast, check out & drive to Flawil. Visit SchoggiLand - Chocolate Factory. Experience the process of production, learn more about the secrets of chocolate. After lunch, proceed on an orientation tour of Zurich, the bustling and charming financial capital. Onto Schaffhausen to see one of Europe s natural wonders The spectacular Rhine Falls. Next, drive through the mystical Black Forest in Germany. Tonight, enjoy an Indian dinner. Overnight at Hotel Wyndham Garden / Maritim hotel or similar in Black Forest Region. (B, L, D) 11 Onto Titisee the heart of the Black Forest. Cuckoo Clock demonstration. Heidelberg Visit the Altstadt. Visit Baden Baden After a continental buffet breakfast, check out and visit Titisee, a stunning lakeside town and home to the Cuckoo Clocks. Enjoy free time at Lake Titisee. After lunch, experience the world of Cuckoo Clocks during an interesting demonstration. Next, drive to the spa town Baden Baden and enjoy an orientation tour. Later drive to Heidelberg situated on the Neckar River. Enjoy a tour of this historic city and visit the Altstadt the old town and view the Heidelberg Castle. Tonight, enjoy an Indian dinner. Overnight at Hotel NH / Park Inn / Mercure or similar, in Mannheim / Wiernheim. (B, L, D) 12 Romantic Rhine Cruise. Onto Cologne - the dramatic German city. After a continental buffet breakfast, check out and drive to the quaint village of St. Goar, located in the central Rhine valley and board your Rhine cruise. This cruise will expose you to some of Germany s most stunning landscapes cruise through the wine region and enjoy views of old castles as you arrive into Boppard. Next, drive to the city of Cologne - home of the famous Eau de Cologne. Get fascinated by the sight of the massive Cologne Cathedral a fine example of Gothic architecture. After lunch, drive towards The Netherlands and arrive in Rotterdam. Tonight, enjoy an Indian dinner. Overnight at Hotel Novotel Brainpark / Intel or similar, in Rotterdam / Eindhoven. (B, L, D) 35

9 13 Visit Madurodam. Visit Keukenhof (till 13 th May). Visit Zaanse Schans, a wooden shoe factory and a cheese farm (From 14 th May). Photo stop at a traditional windmill. Enjoy a canal cruise in Amsterdam. TILL 13 th MAY: After a continental buffet breakfast, drive to Lisse to experience the ultimate Tulip Extravaganza - Keukenhof. After lunch drive to Den Haag & visit Madurodam, Holland in miniature where you see all of Holland s important sights built on a 1:25 scale. The city s richness and cultural heritage comes to life on your canal cruise aboard a glass topped boat. Enjoy some free time at Dam Square. 14 TH MAY ONWARDS: After a continental buffet breakfast, proceed to visit Zaanse Schans a working museum with a collection of well-preserved historic windmills, characteristic green wooden houses, museums and traditional Dutch crafts and shops. Later, visit a wooden shoe factory and see how clogs are made. Also see the making of the famous Dutch cheese on your visit to a cheese farm. After lunch drive to Den Haag & visit Madurodam, Holland in miniature where you see all of Holland s important sights built on a 1:25 scale. The city s richness and cultural heritage comes to life on your canal cruise aboard a glass topped boat. Some free time at Dam square. Tonight, enjoy an Indian dinner. Overnight at Hotel Novotel Brainpark / Intel or similar, in Rotterdam / Eindhoven. (B, L, D) 14 Orientation tour of Brussels. Onto Paris - The Cultural and Fashion Capital. Enjoy a Cruise on the River Seine. After a continental buffet breakfast, check out and depart for Brussels. Proceed on an orientation tour of Brussels. Visit the Grand Place - one of the prettiest squares in the world. This is also a perfect place for you to try the delicious and world-famous Belgian waffles. See the unique Statue of Manneken Pis - symbolic to this city. Also, make a photo stop at the Atomium - symbol of Brussels. After lunch, proceed to the French Capital - Paris, a city seeped in history, art and fashion. After arrival, enjoy a cruise on the river Seine and admire the beautiful monuments of this spectacular city. Tonight, enjoy an Indian Dinner. Overnight at Hotel Courtyard Bois Colombes / Novotel / Mercure or similar, in Paris. (B, L, D) 15 Visit the 3 rd level of the Eiffel Tower. Guided city tour of Paris. Visit the Louvre Museum. Opt to see the Lido Show. After a continental buffet breakfast, visit the 3rd level of the Eiffel Tower - an unparalleled experience. Later, proceed on a guided city tour with an experienced local English speaking guide. Enjoy many sights like the Arc De Triomphe, Concorde Square, Opera House, Champs Elysees, Invalides and many more landmarks. After lunch, visit the ultimate art museum - The Louvre which houses art forms created by the best artists in history, including the legendary and mystical Mona Lisa. Tonight, enjoy an Indian dinner. Tonight, do not miss the opportunity to see the light, sound and dance extravaganza - The Lido Show. Overnight at Hotel Courtyard Bois Colombes / Novotel / Mercure or similar, in Paris. (B, L, D) 16 Full day at Disneyland Paris. After a continental buffet breakfast, get set to experience the Disney Magic as you visit Euro Disney - where dreams come to life. Experience a super-fun, stressfree adventure that will fill your day with enough magic to last forever. Enjoy the many rides on offer at the Disney Park (all included) OR you can visit the amazing Walt Disney Studios - the magical world of cinema and television, featuring thrilling attractions and spectacular shows. Go behind the magic on the Studio Tram Tour and discover the secrets of how movies and television shows are made. Also be amazed by the daredevils in the thrilling Stunt Show. Packed Lunch will be provided. Tonight, enjoy an Indian dinner. Overnight at Hotel Courtyard Bois Colombes / Novotel / Mercure or similar, in Paris. (B, PL, D) 17 Ride the hi-tech Eurostar to London. Visit Madam Tussauds Wax Museum. Ride the world s largest observation wheel - The London Eye. After a continental buffet breakfast, check out and proceed to the Gare du Nord station to board the ultramodern train - Eurostar that gets you to London in approximately two hours. On arrival, enjoy lunch. Later, visit the Madam Tussauds Wax Museum and meet wax replicas of the world s most famous personalities. This unparalleled experience is sure to delight the entire family. Next, proceed to get the best ever view of this English capital as you get on board the London Eye 36

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11 - one of the world s largest observation wheel that takes you 450 ft. above the River Thames. Tonight, enjoy an Indian dinner. Overnight at Hotel Copthrone Tara / Thistle Euston or similar, in London. (B, L, D) 18 Guided City tour of London. Visit the Tower of London. Free Time at the Oxford Street. After a continental buffet breakfast, get set to soak in the sights and sounds of this vibrant English city on a guided tour with an experienced local guide. See the Changing of the Guards outside the Buckingham Palace (weather permitting), the Hyde Park, Big Ben, Westminster Abbey, the Houses of Parliament, Trafalgar Square, Tower Bridge and many more important landmarks - a must see. After lunch, visit the Tower of London - home of the Crown Jewels including the Kohinoor Diamond. Enjoy free time on the world famous Oxford Street. Tonight, enjoy an Indian dinner. Overnight at Hotel Copthrone Tara / Thistle Euston or similar, in London. (B, L, D) 19 Farewell!!! After a continental buffet / boxed breakfast, check out and proceed to the airport for your flight back home. Arrive home with pleasant memories of your European tour with Vacations Exotica, which you will treasure for a lifetime. (B) WHAT YOUR TOUR PRICE INCLUDES WHAT YOUR TOUR PRICE INCLUDES THE VATICAN Vatican City : Visit the Vatican Museum and Sistine Chapel : Visit the St. Peter s Basilica ITALY Rome Florence Pisa Maranello Venice AUSTRIA Innsbruck Wattens Salzburg : Time Elevator Show : See the majestic Trevi fountain : Guided city tour with an English speaking local guide : Guided city tour with an English speaking local guide : Photo stop at Piazalle Michelangelo : See the Leaning Tower of Pisa : Visit to Ferrari Galleria Museum : Guided city tour with an English speaking local guide : Visit the famous St. Mark s Square : Romantic Gondola Ride in Venice : Visit the Murano Glass Showroom : Enjoy lunch on a private boat : Excursion to Nordkette with local / Indian lunch : Orientation tour of Innsbruck : Visit the Swarovski Crystal Museum and Showroom : Guided city tour of Salzburg Guided tour of Hallien Salt Mine Caves LEICHSTENSTEIN Vaduz : Tour of Vaduz on board a Mini-Train SWITZERLAND Jungfraujoch : Full day excursion with Champagne lunch on top : See the famous glacier waterfalls - The Trummelbach Falls Interlaken : Visit this picturesque town of Interlaken Lucerne : Orientation tour of the city : See the Lion Monument and the Kapell Brucke : Cruise on Lake Lucerne Flawil : Visit SchoggiLand - Chocolate Factory Engelberg : Excursion to Mt. Titlis included with cliff walk (subject to weather conditions) Zurich : Orientation tour of the city Schaffhausen : See the magnificent Rhine Falls GERMANY Black Forest : Visit the heart of Black Forest Titisee : See a demonstration of Cuckoo clock making : Taste an authentic Black Forest Cake : Free time at the Altstadt - Old Town : Visit this storybook town : Rhine Cruise : Visit the Gothic Cologne Cathedral Heidelberg St. Goar Boppard Cologne THE NETHERLANDS The Hague : Visit Madurodam - Holland in Miniature Lisse : Visit Keukenhof Tulip gardens (till 13th May) Amsterdam : Enjoy a canal cruise : Photo stop at a traditional windmill : Free time at Dam square Zaanse Schans : Visit the traditional village of Windmills, Museums and Traditional Dutch Craft Shops. Wooden shoe factory and cheese farm (from 14th May) BELGIUM Brussels FRANCE Paris : Tour of the city : A visit to the Grand Place and Manneken Pis Statue : Photo stop at the Atomium : Guided city tour with an English speaking local guide : Entrance to the 3rd level of the Eiffel Tower : Cruise on the River Seine : Full day excursion to Euro Disney : Visit the world famous Louvre Museum UNITED KINGDOM London : Guided city tour with an English speaking local guide : See the famous Changing of the Guards (Weather permitting) : Visit the Madame Tussauds Wax Museum : Ride on the famous London Eye : Entrance to the historic Tower of London 38

12 WHAT YOUR TOUR PRICE INCLUDES HOTELS 01 night at Hotel Barcelo Aran Park / Warmth or similar, in Rome 01 night at Hotel Planet / Novotel or similar in Arezzo / Perugia 01 Nights at Hotel Cosmopolitan / NH Hotel or similar in Bologna 01 night at Hotel Pino Verde / NH Hotel or similar in Padova 02 nights at Alp Hotel / Hotel Grauer Baer or similar, in Innsbruck 03 nights at Hotel Schweizerhof / Ramada or similar, in Engelberg/ Zurich 01 night at Hotel Wyndham Garden / Maritim hotel or similar in Black Forest Region 01 night at Hotel NH / Park Inn / Mercure or similar, in Mannheim / Wiernheim 02 nights at Hotel Novotel Brainpark / Intel or similar, in Rotterdam/ Eindhoven 03 nights at Hotel Courtyard Bois Colombes / Novotel / Mercure or similar, in Paris 02 nights at Hotel Copthrone Tara / Thistle Euston or similar, in London MEALS Daily Continental buffet breakfast with hot eggs and fresh fruits Daily Indian Jain / Vegetarian / Non Vegetarian / Local lunches including a champagne lunch at Jungfraujoch Top of Europe Daily Indian Jain / Vegetarian / Non Vegetarian / Local dinners Welcome Indian dinner with Wine & Soft drinks in Rome TRANSFERS All transfers and extensive excursions with entrance fees (as specified in the itinerary) by deluxe air conditioned coach in the Continent of Europe Eurostar from Paris to London AIRFARE & VISAS Return economy class group airfare as per the itinerary Cost of ticket taxes Cost of Multiple Entry UK visa Cost of Multiple Entry Schengen visa All local taxes as of 01st October 2017 TOUR MANAGER Services of a professional and experienced Tour Manager or a local representative throughout your tour in Europe DEPARTURE DATES Enquire for additional May : 04 June : 03 July : 06 Departure Note: DATES On certain dates, passengers travelling ex-kolkata will depart 01 night prior and there will be a long transit. Passengers have the option of taking STPC at an extra cost On certain departure dates the itinerary may be operated in reverse order. However, all services and inclusions will remain the same. WHAT YOUR TOUR PRICE DOES NOT INCLUDE Cost of deviation - In case you wish to deviate from the group departure dates mentioned in the brochure i.e. either travel before the departure date of your tour or would like to come back on a later date after the tour ends, there will be an additional charge that will be applicable which will be advised to you by our sales team / partner agent. The same subject to availability of seats for the given dates & ticket validity. Kindly also note, the deviation request is to be made at the time of booking or at least 45 days prior to departure date. Tour cost is subject to GOI/RBI regulations under Liberalized Remittance Scheme (LRS) No Porterage included Tips to drivers, guides, etc of EUR 03 per person/child per day for the duration of the tour. Any increase in the rate of exchange leading to an increase in surface transportation and land arrangements, which may come into effect prior to departure. (The foreign currency component will be calculated as on date of payment). The tour price is subject to increase without notice if this rate changes substantially prior to the departure of your tour Any expenses of personal nature such as laundry, wines, mineral water, food and drink not in the regular menu provided by us, pay TV, mini-bar, telephone calls, etc. Meals other than what is mentioned in your Itinerary Cost of excursions, city sightseeing, entrance fees and local guides other than that mentioned in What Your Tour Price Includes In case of any increase in the visa cost the same will be borne by the client. The cost would vary in case of any change in European Community visa policies. Taxes as Applicable. PRE/POST TOUR ACCOMMODATION Cost of Pre/Post Tour accommodation at Rome / London, will be available on request VISAS REQUIRED TO TRAVEL ON YOUR TOUR Multiple Entry Schengen & UK Visas Cost of above mentioned Visas is included in your Tour Price. The Schengen visa is valid for travel into Italy, The Vatican, Austria, Principality of Liechtenstein, Switzerland, Germany, The Netherlands, Belgium & France (The visa cost has been calculated as of 01st October In case of any increase in the visa cost the same will be borne by the client) Important: The dates and granting of Visas is at the sole discretion of the concerned consulate. Vacations Exotica are not responsible for granting of visas and is only a facilitator in the visa application process. IMPORTANT All tours will be operated subject to a minimum of 25 full paying passengers traveling together. In case there are less than 25 full paying passengers the clients will be given an option of travelling on any another departure date. OVERSEAS TRAVEL INSURANCE It is extremely important to possess an overseas medical insurance policy before you travel on your tour. We have included the cost of overseas medical insurance for the duration of the tour. For any passengers above 60 years of age and those who wish to extend their holiday, additional charges would apply. 39