Essential Central Europe: Budapest, Vienna & Prague

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1 Essential Central Europe: Budapest, Vienna & Prague

2 Featuring Extraordinary Experiences: Private Danube Cruise in Budapest VIP Tour of Strahov Monastery in Prague Itinerary at a glance: Day 1 Day 2 Day 3 Day 4 Day 5 Day 6 Day 7 Day 8 Day 9 Day 10 Arrival in Budapest, Hungary Budapest Sightseeing Budapest Sightseeing Budapest to Vienna by Train Vienna Sightseeing Vienna Sightseeing Vienna to Prague by Train Prague Sightseeing Prague Sightseeing Prague Departure

3 Why Exeter International? At Exeter International we have been creating memories and crafting our trademark extraordinary journeys to Central Europe, Russia, Scandinavia, and Central Asia for 25 years. Our specialty is to distill the best of the best in iconic places that are on so many people s travel must-do list. We are not a call center of nameless, faceless people. We do not try to be everything to everyone. We are a small team of specialists. We are all committed to providing the best travel experiences to our destinations. Each member of our team has travelled extensively throughout our destinations, giving them insider knowledge lacking in many other tour operators. Our Extraordinary Experiences are different, unusual, and often closed to the general public. We can offer special insider access that takes you beyond the typical tourist sites. We know how important it is to remain authentic and increasingly going beyond the well-known sites is what is important to our guests discovering the little-known museum or street market that adds to their experience. We do this through our local knowledge, cultivating our extensive contacts and regularly visiting each destination to enable us to share the most up-to-date insider information with you, our valued partner. The most important part of your trip will be your guides. Guides come in many quality levels, especially in our part of the world. We have worked with a core group of the best of the best for over 20 years. We know them like family and if they weren't the best, they wouldn't work for us. Simply stated, a guide can make or break your experience. You should have 100% confidence in who is introducing you to your guide and the level of guiding that you are going to get throughout the countries you will be visiting. The best does indeed cost more and we pay our guides at the very top of the market, with pride. You'll also want to know what kind of vehicle your tour will include. We use luxury late-model vehicles, often Mercedes, Audi, BMW, or Volkswagen, depending on the size of the vehicle you need. You'll want to see things that may or may not be open to the public and go in early or after hours before the crowds whenever possible. We also make every effort to skip lines whenever possible. Avoiding long museum lines is one of our top priorities and we work hard to minimize the wait time to get into the most popular sights in each city, maximizing your time in each destination. You'll want impeccable planning and someone to bounce ideas off of before your trip and speak English as well as you do while planning your trip so there are no cultural misunderstandings when you arrive. You'll also want someone to talk to if your trip is not perfect when you get home. These are all ways that we distinguish ourselves from all other companies. A lot goes into our travel program design. We arrange the program so that it is flawless and effortless for our travelers from the time they set foot in the first city until they leave us. The expertise to set up an itinerary like this comes after years of investing in staff on both sides of the Atlantic, and this too is a value that is incorporated into our traveler's trips with us.

4 DAY 1 Arrive in Budapest Upon arrival into Budapest, your Exeter International driver will be waiting for you outside of customs and baggage claim. Please note that no airfare is included in your trip cost. You will be transferred to the historic and perfectly located hotel, in the center of Pest. On the way to the hotel, you will see sights of historical significance, including St. Stephen s Basilica, a cross between Neo- Classical and Renaissance-style architecture completed in the late 19th century. Over the centuries, Budapest flourished as a crossroads where East meets West in the heart of Europe. Ancient cultures such as the Magyars, the Mongols and the Turks have all left an indelible mark on this magical city. Buda and Pest, separated by the Danube River, are characterized by an assortment of monuments, elegant streets, wine taverns, coffee houses and Turkish baths. Upon arrival at your hotel, enjoy the rest of your day at leisure. Exeter Services Airport transfer Hotel Aria Hotel

5 DAY 2 Budapest This morning your private guide will take you to the magnificent House of Parliament, which is the country s largest building and the symbol of Budapest. Here you will have the opportunity to see the dome, which boasts an elaborate design of Neo-Gothic gilding. Inside the building, the stunning interiors combine sweeping grand staircases, original frescoes, paintings and sculptures. For most, the highlight of this visit is the viewing of the crown jewels of Hungary. One of the most notable items in the collection is the Holy Crown of Hungary, the only crown known today with the holy attribute and dating from the 11th century. This crown has had quite a history seized by the U.S. Army in 1945, it was held in Fort Knox until 1978, when it was returned to Hungary. Tours of Parliament are at a pre-set time and you must walk through with a larger group and a Parliament guide. Next, drive across the lovely 19th-century Chain Bridge to the Budapest Funicular (vertical rail car), which will take you up the side of Buda s historic Royal Palace, the former Hapsburg palace during the 19-century and rebuilt in the Neo-Classical style after it was destroyed during World War II. A stroll through the castle area, known as Varhegy, will take you to the Fisherman s Bastion for the most impressive views over Pest, across the Danube. Here you ll see Matyas Church, a Neo-Gothic reconstruction dating from 1874 and in which many organ and choral concerts can be heard. The entire cobble-stoned area, lined with cafés and small shops, is perfect for spending the remaining afternoon. Exeter Services Vehicle, Driver & Guide (6 Hours) Hotel Aria Hotel

6 DAY 3 Option 1 Budapest Jewish Heritage Today can explore the beauty of Central Pest with your guide. Prior to visiting the Jewish Quarter, your guide will take you to the Budapest Market Hall. Built by Eiffel in the 19th century, the covered market boasts soaring metal columns, high walkways and beautiful produce shops. More than being a place where one can purchase some handcrafted and typical Hungarian souvenirs, it s a market where locals go to purchase their produce and meats a meeting place for many and a place where you can enjoy authentic local flavor. Next, your guide will take you to the Great Budapest Synagogue, the Jewish Museum, and the Holocaust Memorial. Since the 19th century, Budapest s Jewish community became well integrated into Hungarian society and three synagogues were built. In 1944, a ghetto was created in Pest, which was later followed by the deportation of thousands of Jews. You can walk through part of the former Jewish neighborhood to see an old synagogue on Rumbach Street. From here, your guide will take you to the Great Synagogue, the largest of the three previously mentioned and impressive in its Byzantine and Moorish style architecture. You can also visit the Jewish Museum that is part of the synagogue, and afterwards, walk over to the Holocaust Memorial. The sculpture of a weeping willow was designed in memory of the 600,000 Hungarian Jews who died under the Nazis in World War II. Enjoy this afternoon at your leisure to explore independently. Exeter International Extraordinary Experience This evening your driver will meet you for the short journey to the river port. Tonight you will see Budapest at its most beautiful from the waters of the Danube with all the monuments lit in thousands of white lights. Enjoy all of this from a luxury private boat with your own skipper. Exeter Services Vehicle, Driver & Guide (3 Hours); Evening Transfer Hotel Aria Hotel

7 DAY 3 Option 2 Budapest Art Nouveau & History Meet your guide and driver today for an exploration of the beauty of Central Pest. Begin with a visit to the Budapest Market Hall. Built in the 19th century, the covered market boasts soaring metal columns, high walkways and beautiful produce shops. More than being a place where one can purchase some handcrafted and typical Hungarian souvenirs, it s a market where locals go to purchase their produce and meats a meeting place for many and a place where you can enjoy authentic local flavor. Afterwards, take the short drive to Hero s Square and see the Millennium Monument, designed to commemorate Hungary s Millennium Celebrations in 1896, though not completed until It marked Budapest s high point of its development in the history of the Austro-Hungarian monarchy. As you drive today, you will see Andrassy Boulevard. Driving this beautiful boulevard will give you a glimpse into the stunning architecture that Budapest is known for, especially the beautiful art nouveau buildings that have been preserved. Your guide will take you to some of her favorite spots for the most gorgeous art nouveau architecture, including the tiny and private Art Nouveau Museum and coffee house. As time allows, visit the House of Terror near the State Opera House which used to be the headquarters of the Arrow Cross Fascist Association prior to World War II. After World War II, the building was used as the Communist Party Headquarters, and was used by both organizations as one of the most notorious prisons in Hungary. Today it s an exhibit about life under fascism in Hungary. It s a graphic and powerful reminder of the brutality of the regime. Exeter International Extraordinary Experience This evening your driver will meet you for the short journey to the river port. Tonight you will see Budapest at its most beautiful from the waters of the Danube with all the monuments lit in thousands of white lights. Enjoy all of this from a luxury private boat with your own skipper. Exeter Services Vehicle, Driver & Guide (3 Hours); Evening Transfer Hotel Aria Hotel

8 DAY 4 Budapest - Vienna This morning your driver will meet you at your hotel for the transfer to the station to meet the express train (2.5 hours) to Vienna. First class tickets are included. This route may also be covered via private car and driver with stops in the countryside at additional cost. Early afternoon arrival into Vienna, where your private driver will welcome you and transfer you to the hotel in the very center of the city. The remainder of the day will be at leisure. Vienna is a city whose history stretches back over 2,000 years. Originally a Celtic Settlement, it became part of the Roman Empire in 15 BC. The Romans were forced to leave the region during the fourth century as northern tribes regained their foothold in Eastern Europe. By 1155, the Babenbergs declared Vienna a civitas indicating that it was developing into a wellordered community. From this time forward Vienna grew under the influence of the Byzantium Empire, the Orient, Martin Luther, the threat of the Turks, Emperor Franz Joseph, Maria Theresa, Richard the Lion Heart, Karl Marx, and a host of other fascinating events and people, creating one of the world s great cultural centers. Exeter Services Station Transfers Hotel Sans Souci

9 DAY 5 Vienna This morning your guide will meet you in your hotel lobby. Vienna is a wonderful city to see on foot, as most major sights are located very close together. During your walk this morning with your guide, you will see the soaring St. Stephens Cathedral with its unusual colored ceramic tile roof. Your guide will take you through the interior of the cathedral and, if you have the energy, you can climb to the top of the steeple for a spectacular view over central Vienna! Before visiting the Hofburg Palace, you ll have a quick visit of the Hapsburg Imperial Crypt in the Capuchin Church. You ll have a quick introduction to the entire Hapsburg ruling family before continuing. Afterwards, you can continue on your walking tour of the Hofburg Palace complex. Your guide will take you into the lavish private living quarters of Empress Elizabeth and Emperor Franz Joseph from the 18 th and 19 th Centuries. Empress Elizabeth (Sisi) was the Austrian s Princess Di and prior to entering the Imperial Apartments, there is an exhibition of her life, which is quite interesting. When you exit the Hofburg, your guide will show you some of the most famous coffeehouses of Vienna, including Demel, located not far from the Hofburg. Demel is the perfect place to stop for a rest and a snack. Exeter Services Guide (4 Hours) Hotel Sans Souci

10 DAY 6 Vienna Today, meet your guide and board the local tram with your guide to head to the nearby Belvedere Palace and Gardens. This palace, built as the summer residence of Prince Eugene of Savoy, is situated on a gently sloping hill. The two main palaces (upper and lower) are linked by formal French gardens and both now house wonderful art collections. Today you will focus on the Upper Belvedere, which holds a wonderful collection of 19th and 20th century art, including the best Klimt collection in the world. In 2018 Vienna is celebrating Modernism, as four if its most important figures died 100 years ago Klimt, Schiele, Otto Wagner and Koloman Moser. There will be special exhibitions along this theme all across the city. If you re interested in exploring further, ask your guide what is on during your stay. Afterward, you might want to hop on the Ring Tram with your guide to take the short journey around the historic Ring that encircles Vienna. You ll see all the most important buildings and monuments of the city in this one journey. Later, if you like, your guide will take you to the Naschmarkt, not far from your hotel, for a glimpse into one of the best markets in Vienna. This market dates to the 16th century and now features a huge array of food, from fresh fruits and vegetables, to spices, bread and pastries. There are also several small restaurants featuring different cuisines the perfect place to stop for an afternoon respite. Exeter Services Guide (6 Hours) Hotel: Sans Souci

11 DAY 7 Vienna - Prague This morning your driver will meet you for your transfer to the station to meet your express train to Prague (five hours). First class tickets are included. This route may also be covered via private car and driver with stops in the countryside at additional cost. Late afternoon arrival into Prague, where you will be met by your driver for your transfer to your hotel in the city center. Perhaps more than any other city in Europe, Prague has kept its pre-modern charm. Spared the destruction of the Second World War, the ancient structures of the city still exist in their original state. Prague is a walking city as it was designed over many centuries for the pedestrian and the horse. The inner city lacks major avenues as found in Paris or Rome, giving the city its unique character. Exeter Services Station Transfers Hotel Aria

12 DAY 8 Prague This morning your guide and driver will meet you for an overview drive of some of Prague s top sites. Drive by the famous Dancing House and through the historical area of Vysehrad, with its 10th century fort. You will also observe modern local Czech life with a drive through the bustling residential area of Vinohrady, once covered by vineyards. You will then head towards the Castle District and Hradčany. Exeter International Extraordinary Experience Today you have a VIP visit to the Strahov Monastery. Here, you will be invited into the two main halls of the library (the Philosophical Hall and the Theological Hall). These two halls are always viewed by the public through the narrow doorways at the end of each room, but you will be allowed to enter the rooms to walk alone among the ancient books and artifacts. Included today will also be a visit to the Prague Castle complex. This castle, designed with courtyards inside of courtyards, is a fascinating view into the lives of the Czech monarchy. You might want to step into the towering and wonderfully Neo-Gothic St. Vitus Cathedral inside the complex. As a side note, the castle complex and the cathedral are often very crowded with lines. Once in the castle territory, if the line is daunting, skip the cathedral. You can then visit Lobkowicz Palace. We love a visit to the Lobkowicz Palace. The audio guide that you will use is recorded by Mr. William Lobkowicz himself, an American who reclaimed his lost family property. The tour will give you an insight into their life and their collection of paintings, decorative art, music scores (one with Mozart s own handwritten notes), arms and armors. Don t miss the original score of Beethoven s Eroica! Your day will end in the Malá Strana or Little Quarter, which is best known for the Wallenstein Palace and Church of St. Nicholas. Also, it is here in the Malá Strana that you will find many charming restaurants and unique shops full of Bohemian glass and the marionettes that are so famous in Prague. Exeter Services Vehicle & Driver (3 Hours); Guide (6 Hours) Hotel Aria

13 DAY 9 Prague Today your guide will meet you in your hotel lobby and will and take you through Prague s famous Jewish Quarter and the Old Town. Visit the historic synagogues, including the stunning Spanish Synagogue and the ancient Old-New Synagogue, which was built in the late 13 th Century, making it the oldest synagogue still in use in Europe. While in the Jewish Quarter, you may decide to visit the Old Jewish Cemetery, founded in the late 15 th Century and still corresponding to its original medieval size. Over the centuries, more than 100,000 people are believed to have been buried here. After your tour of the Jewish Quarter, your guide will take you through Prague s storybook Old Town. You ll want to see the beautiful expanse of the Charles Bridge but it s a more magical experience to visit it very late or very early on your own, when it s free of the souvenir stands and tourists. Your guide will give you a quick lesson of Prague s history, evident in every building and small passage way of this 800 year old city. Be sure not to miss the fairytale-like Old Town Hall Tower (1364) that stands above Old Town Square- you can even go to the top of the tower for a splendid view over the district. Finally, you will enter New Town- which is new because it was only founded in 1348! Here you can visit Wenceslas Square, were over the many centuries demonstrations of civil discontent have taken place. At the top of the square you will see the imposing building of the National Museum and the Monument to St Wenceslas, the patron of the Czech lands, by sculptor Josef Myslbek. Exeter Services Guide (4 Hours) Hotel Aria

14 DAY 10 Prague This morning, after check-out, your driver will meet you in the lobby of your hotel for your transfer to the airport to catch your onward flight. Exeter Services Departure Transfer

15 What s Included: Prices: For Two (2) guests traveling together For Four (4) guests traveling together January-March From $5900 July & August; From $6275 November April-June; September & October; From $6500 December January-March From $4425 July & August; From $4775 November April-June; September & October; From $5000 December All pricing is per person and based on double occupancy. Airfare is not included.

16 Accommodations Budapest Three (3) nights at the Aria Budapest Hotel; Tax and Buffet Breakfast included daily. This eclectic boutique hotel has a perfect location near St. Stephen s Basilica. It borders a lovely pedestrian street leading right to the Danube. Elegant Andrassy Avenue is a few steps away. The hotel features a music theme that is interwoven into all aspects of the hotel, including the décor, room themes and more. The hotel is made up of four wings, each with its own style of décor. Overall, the décor is contemporary and makes use of vibrant colors. Rooms may either have a view of the city or the hotel s interior garden. The hotel has a fine dining restaurant, Stradivari, as well as a Jazz bar. Its best feature is its unique rooftop bar and lounge. All guests of the Aria have complimentary WiFi, complimentary afternoon wine and cheese reception, complimentary bottled spring water in the rooms, turndown service with fine chocolates and access to the spa and multi-media library. Luxury Room: Luxury rooms offer approximately square feet of space. They include a private open air balcony with view overlooking the beautiful Music Garden Courtyard. Most of the luxurious Onyx bathrooms will offer a separate tub and shower, as well as a bidet toilet and heated towel racks. Some rooms have free standing soaking tubs. Vienna Three (3) nights at the Sans Souci; Tax and Buffet Breakfast included daily. This is our favorite boutique hotel in the city and it is in a prime location adjacent to the Museum Quarter, right in the heart of Vienna. The hotel s interior design is cool and contemporary and inspired by Philippe Starck. The hotel s 63 rooms and suites are all individually designed and feature many historic elements of this 1870 s building, including parquet flooring and high ceilings. The hotel offers a small restaurant and bar as well as a large holistic wellness center that includes a small fitness center and a lap-pool. Luxury Room: These rooms feature approximately 275 square feet of space, beautifully designed with a mix of the contemporary and traditional. All have bathrooms with a shower only (no tub) and bedding is either one king or two twins. Rooms are decorated with photos of Vienna by Hubertus von Hohenlohe. Views tend to be the quiet inner courtyard. Prague Three (3) nights at the Aria Prague; Tax and Buffet Breakfast included daily. This boutique hotel is situated in one of our favorite neighborhoods in Prague Mala Strana. The hotel has a musical theme with a music library and even a music concierge. It has a lovely rooftop terrace overlooking one of the castle gardens and a fantastic restaurant serving modern Czech cuisine. The hotel features just 51 rooms, all of which are undergoing renovation in winter 2017/2018. They are spacious, and many suite possibilities exist. All rooms have complimentary WiFi. All rooms are nonsmoking. Deluxe Room: These rooms feature square feet of space and all have one king bed. Rooms face either nearby St Nicholas Church or the hotel s Winter Garden Atrium.

17 Meals No meals included, other than breakfast as described above. Your final documents will include our top recommendations. Your guides will recommend restaurants that fit your exact needs daily. Services Private vehicle, driver and guide at your service as described. The timing for each day is noted in your program. Exeter International s local offices are available for your assistance 24 hours per day while you are traveling. Our local staff may also assist you with restaurant reservations and purchasing of additional theater and museum tickets at your request. Transportation Transportation is included as noted. Unless otherwise noted, all transfer service is with a driver only, not a guide. In general, drivers have limited English-speaking skills. Timing for each day is noted in your program. Guides Hand chosen for their knowledge on local history, art & architecture. Guides are at your disposal as noted in your itinerary. Tickets All entrance tickets as described in the program.

18 Hotel Option: Four Seasons Gresham Palace Budapest January-March July & August; November April-June; September & October; December From $475 per person(total for 3 nights) From $650 per person (total for 3 nights) From $650 per person (total for 3 nights) The Four Seasons Gresham Palace is the product of a painstaking 110 million Euro restoration and is now the most opulent hotel in all of Budapest. The hotel, which opened its doors on June 18, 2004, is housed in a historic landmark palace on the banks of the Danube River and has lived a rich history entertaining celebrities as they pass through Budapest. This is a destination hotel of historical significance. This 179-room hotel was badly damaged in WW II when the Germans detonated the Chain Bridge in front of the building. However, thanks to the work of numerous artists, masons, and talented metal workers, today guests may once again enjoy what has always been Budapest s most prestigious address. This is simply, without question, the finest hotel in the city. All guestrooms offer very spacious accommodations, featuring marble bathrooms that include a deep soaking tub, separate glass-walled shower and large vanity mirror. Most offer the WC in a separate alcove with a third telephone. Rooms offer sumptuous down duvets and pillows. Gresham Room: Gresham Rooms are located throughout the hotel and feature 409 to 506 square feet of space, allowing them to have a small sitting area. Rooms may feature one king bed or two twin beds. They offer views of the courtyard or the neighboring streets. These rooms are quite spacious, so they can accommodate an extra bed if required.

19 Hotel Option: Sacher Vienna January-March July & August; November April-June; September & October; December From $225 per person(total for 3 nights) From $525 per person (total for 3 nights) From $525 per person (total for 3 nights) This luxury Viennese hotel is part of the city like the Opera House, the Prater Ferris wheel, the Fiaker horse carriages and the Lipizzaner horses. The Sacher, as the Viennese call it, is a hotel that combines contemporary Viennese comfort and luxury with the charm and feel of the old Habsburg monarchy. In 1876, Eduard Sacher founded the Hotel Sacher in Vienna. He was the son of the creator of the Original Sacher-Torte, a unique chocolate cake. Soon after its creation, the Sacher became a world famous meeting point for politicians, artists and the aristocracy. Since 1934, the hotel has been run by the Gürtler family, who is very keen on maintaining the hotel s old tradition. A simple glance from its windows shows the hotel s special location. It is right in the city center, close to the pedestrian shopping area Kärtnerstraße, opposite the Opera House and only a tiny walk away from St. Stephen s Cathedral, the Hofburg and the elegant Ringstraße, a road which boasts Vienna s major sites, like the Burgtheater and the City Hall. All 152 rooms and suites are recently renovated, newly arranged and equipped with the latest technology, offering all amenities of a luxury hotel. Deluxe Rooms: These rooms feature between 375 to 430 square feet and offer top-of-the-range luxury and comfort. All rooms are carefully decorated in light colors and with elaborate antiques and original paintings of famous artists. The bathrooms are elegant and efficient with all the necessary amenities and house-brand bath products. Bedding is either one king or two twins and views are generally of the city.

20 Hotel Option: Park Hyatt Vienna January-March July & August; November April-June; September & October; December From $325 per person(total for 3 nights) From $350 per person (total for 3 nights) From $375 per person (total for 3 nights) Located in a former bank building, the hotel reflects its 100 year old history with wood paneling, stained glass and marble, all gorgeously restored. Surrounding on three sides by the pedestrian streets of the Golden Quarter, the hotel avoids all the traffic yet is in the heart of the city. Set just off Kohlmarket, all the best shopping and restaurants can be found right outside the Hyatt s door. Vienna s best sights are within a few minutes walk. The Bank restaurant serves breakfast, lunch and dinner and features a large open kitchen concept. The restaurant specializes in regional cuisine, with all ingredients from local sources. It s a true farm-to-table restaurant. The chefs have an herb garden on the hotel rooftop. An additional cafe and a bar round out the public spaces. The full service spa features separate his and her areas with sauna and steam rooms. The highlight is a swimming pool located in the former bank vault. The extensive fitness center features Technogym equipment. The unique feature of this hotel is that that have been able to preserve the historic elements of the building, including some gorgeous art deco design features, while incorporating a very contemporary feel with the furnishings. Just about every room has a separate shower and tub and most rooms have double sinks. Closets are huge and there are many connecting room possibilities. All rooms feature complimentary WiFi. Park Rooms: Park Rooms average square feet and have views of the inner courtyard. These are some of the largest entry-level rooms in Vienna. Rooms feature one king or two twin beds.

21 Hotel Option: Augustine Prague January-March July & August; November April-June; September & October; December From $175 per person(total for 3 nights) No difference in cost No difference in cost The Augustine is located in Prague's charming neighborhood of Mala Strana. The 101-room property has been created from a complex of five buildings, most of which are historical monuments. The largest and most important structure is St. Thomas's Monastery, which dates to the 1400s. Key historic features such as cloistered terraces, wooden ceilings, wine vaults and stone arches have been incorporated into the hotel design. Decor is a unique mix of contemporary and traditional that draws upon the wonderful Czech design of the early 20 th century, making the Augustine one of few luxury hotels that offers a real sense of place. The hotel features the Augustine Restaurant with a beautiful courtyard setting to be enjoyed when weather permits. Don t miss the cellar St. Thomas Brewery Bar, located in the monastery s original brewery building, complete with 17 th century stalactites and stalagmites. The hotel also features a fitness center and extensive spa services. All rooms have been designed to reflect the monastic history and features of the hotel and combine contemporary furniture and design with traditional features. Decorative features are inspired by early 20 th century Czech Cubism. Most rooms feature parquet flooring. Deluxe Room: The spacious average 463 square feet of space, with lovely views of the city to the Lesser Town, the Monastery courtyard or the Sundial Garden. These rooms feature either a king or two twin beds.

22 Hotel Option: Four Seasons Prague January-March July & August; November April-June; September & October; December From $500 per person(total for 3 nights) From $450 per person (total for 3 nights) From $300 per person (total for 3 nights) Overlooking Charles Bridge and Prague Castle on the banks of the Vltava River, the Four Seasons Prague offers baroque architecture, 21st-century comforts and intuitive Four Seasons service. The Four Seasons Hotel Prague features three historic buildings the Neo-Classicist Building, the Neo-Renaissance Building and the Baroque Building united by the modern Main Building to create one architecturally unique structure. The Hotel s 161 guest rooms, including 20 suites, are among the city s largest. Located just across the river from the Castle district and Mala Strana, the Four Seasons is perfectly situated to explore the fairytale city of Prague. All rooms at the Four Seasons feature a mix of décor tying back to different eras in Czech history. Most room categories have what Four Seasons calls Modernista décor, which is fresh and contemporary with touches of art deco. The Renaissance Rooms and most suites feature more classical décor. Each room features a very luxurious marble bathroom with a separate deep-soaking tub and shower and a separate water closet. Many rooms have floor to ceiling windows. Deluxe Rooms: Deluxe Rooms are on all floors of the hotel and offer an option of a single king bed or two twin beds. The average square footage is 428 and all have views of historic Prague. Because of their spacious size, these rooms can accommodate an extra bed, if necessary.

23 Exeter International Travel Information BAGGAGE The vehicles reserved for your itinerary can accommodate up to two medium-sized suitcases per person. If you intend to travel with additional luggage, please advise your travel consultant so appropriate arrangements may be made. In general, we schedule a sedan for parties of two, a minivan for parties of three to four and a minibus for parties of five or more. SIGHTSEEING Sightseeing arrangements have been made with your special interests in mind. Your drivers and guides are at your disposal as indicated in the itinerary. Within those time and mileage guidelines, you are free to modify your program as you please. Should you require additional time or mileage, the costs will be quoted on request and may be paid for locally in the local currency or U.S. Dollars. Every effort has been made to confirm that scheduled sightseeing venues will be open at the time you plan to visit them. However, individual estates, museums, gardens and other points of interest can change their hours of operation at short notice. In the event that a particular attraction is closed on the day or time of your visit, your guide will offer alternative arrangements or rearrange your sightseeing to accommodate these unexpected events. OPTIONAL EXPENSES Charges for extra meals, transport, sightseeing services or other optional additions to your established itinerary are your responsibility and must be paid locally in the local currency. GRATUITIES Gratuities are not included in your tour price. Gratuities are at your own discretion. We recommend $30 per person, per day for your guide and $15 per person, per day for your driver. For your airport or station transfer, a gratuity of $20 is customary, based on service. Dollars, Euros and any local currency are all accepted. DINING WITH YOUR GUIDE On days when dinner and lunch costs have not been included in your itinerary (or in your tour cost), you may, at your discretion, choose to invite your guide to dine with your party. You are under no obligation to do so but, if you do extend such an invitation, the guide is your guest and you will be responsible for the cost of his/her meal. Booking Conditions PAYMENTS Exeter International must receive a deposit of 25% of the total program cost before reservations for your independent travel program can be initiated. The balance of payment is due 60 days prior to departure. No reservations are made on your behalf until this deposit has been received. Availability and pricing is subject to change until this deposit is received. All deposits are nonrefundable. CANCELLATION Written cancellations received less than 60 days prior to departure are subject to the following forfeit of tour cost days prior to departure, 50% of total tour cost 14 or less days prior to departure, 100% of tour cost REFUNDS We regret that refunds cannot be issued for arrangements confirmed on your itinerary but unused once your tour has begun.

24 INSURANCE Exeter International strongly recommends the purchase of travel insurance to protect your investment. You will find insurance costs noted on your invoice and insurance coverage information in your original booking packet. PRICES AND ARRANGEMENTS Once an itinerary is finalized and final payment has been made, a $100 revision fee will be charged if the itinerary is changed. The tour price includes planning, handling and operational charges. Rates are quoted in US Dollars on the current rate of exchange and tariff as of Exeter International reserves the right to increase tour prices to cover increased costs, tariffs and taxes, and to reflect fluctuations in foreign exchange markets. Devaluation of a foreign currency will be weighed against any tariff increases imposed. Exeter International does not breakdown costs involved in any Small Group or Individual Travel Program. All arrangements are subject to availability and modification if necessary. Prices are subject to change if necessary until paid in full. Exeter International South Dakota Avenue Tampa, Florida Phone: (813) (800) Fax: (813)