Tour Dates Tuesday 01 October to Saturday 12 October Race Date - Sunday, 6 October 2019 3 Country Marathon Race Day = Full Marathon, Half Marathon, Quarter Marathon, Relay and an 11k walk. We are thrilled to offer this very unique tour featuring 4 European countries in 1 great trip with a wide variety of included extras and escorted by Garth & Helena Millar of Fundy Sports & Tourism. Germany, Austria and Switzerland are all featured in the marathon and we will make a side trip to Liechtenstein for a walking tour of Vaduz the capital. Also included are wonderful highlights including overnight stays in Zurich, Innsbruck and Munich giving us a real European flair to our trip. Race start in Lindau Click on this link for an English version of the 2018 Athlete / Race Guide - https://issuu.com/dieterheidegger/docs/marathon-guide_a6_2018-english Please contact Garth or Helena on 506 721 1553 or e-mail Helena.millar@visiontravel.ca for more info.
Tour Inclusions Transatlantic Flights Saint John* to Zurich and return from Munich. 2 nights in Zurich. 5 nights in Bregenz (Marathon venue). 1 night in Innsbruck. 2 nights in Munich. 10 Breakfasts. Coach travel as described in itinerary. Ferry crossings between Lindau & Bregenz and Bregenz & Fredrichshafen. Step On Tour guides in Zurich, Vaduz, Munich & Innsbruck. Entrance to Neuschwanstein Castle & Munich for the Olympic Park & TV Tower. Fully escorted by Garth & Helena Millar. Comprehensive Final Surge Training program hosted by Daryl Steeves. *other airports available please ask us. Tour Pricing $4199.00 per person based on 2 people sharing a room $250.00 deposit due at time of booking $250.00 interim payment on 28 Feb 2019 $750.00 interim payment on 30 April 2019 Remaining Balance due on or before 17 August 2019
Daily Tour itinerary: Tuesday 01 October Depart Saint John at 12.15pm Arrive Toronto at 1.45pm Depart Toronto at 6.20pm Arrive Zurich at 7.50am on Wednesday 02 October Wednesday 02 October Upon arrival in Zurich we will transfer to our hotel and will join a local guide for a walking tour of Zurich to help us adjust to local Swiss time, featuring the historic city centre and the lake side of the city. Dinner at leisure this evening. The city of Zurich, a global center for banking and finance, lies at the north end of Lake Zurich in northern Switzerland. The picturesque lanes of the central Altstadt (Old Town), on either side of the Limmat River, reflect its pre-medieval history. Thursday 03 October American style breakfast in hotel followed by full day at leisure in Zurich. Dinner at leisure this evening. Optional Excursion - Tour to Kleine Scheidegg + Cogwheel Rail Price = $177.00 per person CAD Escape the hectic rhythm of the city for a full day of relaxation in the heart of the Alps, the heavenly Bernese Oberland. Located at the foot of the Kleine Sheidegg, one of the most beautiful Alpine panoramas, it offers unparalleled views of the famous triple peaks Eiger, Monch and Jungfrau the Ogre, the Monk and the Maiden. Hop onto our comfortable coach for a leisurely ride through the magnificent countryside towards Interlaken, an astounding region located between two shimmering lakes. After a break in this area, found in the heart of the Jungfrau region, continue to the renowned Grindelwald resort, where you will board a thrilling cogwheel train. This sturdy ride will trundle you up to the top of the Kleine Sheidegg. Contemplate the breath-taking north face of the Eiger, seemingly at arm s reach. Relish the sensational alpine environment during your stay at Kleine Sheidegg. This is the starting point of many stunning hikes, such as the Jungfrau Eiger Walk, which has magnificent views of the rock and ice masses that slowly move along the Eiger Glacier
Friday 04 October After a leisurely breakfast we will depart Zurich, Switzerland for our 2 hour drive to Austria and our base for the next 4 nights in Bregenz & remainder of day at leisure to explore. Hotel Weisses Kreuz - https://www.hotelweisseskreuz.at/ Hotel Weisses Kreuz Bregenz is an Austrian city at the eastern end of Lake Constance (Bodensee). It is the capital of the state of Vorarlberg. The region offers a variety of outdoor sports including cycling, mountain biking, walking, trekking, tennis, paragliding and all kinds of water sports. Saturday 05 October American style breakfast in hotel followed by walk to the pier to take the ferry (included in tour) to Lindau for packet pick-up between 9am-7pm at the Inselhalle in LindauDay. Remainder of day at leisure.
Sunday 06 October American style breakfast in hotel followed by walk to the pier to take the ferry (included in tour) to Lindau Race Day - All runners start at 10.30 am in Lindau(GER) harbour final timings to be confirmed. The marathon starts from the beautiful Island of Lindau harbour, then passes through the Austrian towns Lochau, Bregenz, Hard, Höchst, it then crosses the Swiss border at St. Margreten and continues across the Rheindamm back to Hard and finally finishes in Bregenz. A marathon to enjoy 60% of the course takes place along Lake Constance. You pass the world s largest open theatre, with the stage design of the opera Turandot. Then passing through reeds and woods, you finally finish in the Casino-Stadium in Bregenz, where a cheering crowd awaits you. Race start in Lindau Remainder of day at leisure Monday 07 October After breakfast we will walk from our hotel to the town pier for a cruise to Friedrichshafen followed by a short walk to the Zeppelin museum with entrance included.
Tuesday 08 October Depart our hotel this morning for a 1 hour drive to Vaduz, the capital of Liechtenstein where we will join a local guide for a walking tour of the city before transferring back to our hotel in Bregenz. Vaduz Castle
Wednesday 09 October Depart our hotel this morning for a 2 hour drive to Neuschwanstein Castle with entrance included. Seven weeks after the death of King Ludwig II in 1886, Neuschwanstein was opened to the public. The shy king had built the castle in order to withdraw from public life now vast numbers of people came to view his private refuge. Today Neuschwanstein is one of the most popular of all the palaces and castles in Europe. Every year 1.4 million people visit "the castle of the fairy-tale king". In the summer around 6,000 visitors a day stream through rooms that were intended for a single inhabitant. The setting of Neuschwanstein could not be more idyllic. On conclusion of our castle visit we will depart for Austria and an overnight stay in Innsbruck with an afternoon walking tour included for everyone. Evening on own for supper. Thursday 10 October After breakfast we depart for a 2.30hr drive to Munich where on arrival we will enjoy a city tour with a local guide which will include the Olympic Stadium and entrance to the TV tower.
Munich, Bavaria s capital, is home to centuries-old buildings and numerous museums. The city is known for its annual Oktoberfest celebration and its beer halls, including the famed Hofbräuhaus, founded in 1589. In the Altstadt (Old Town), central Marienplatz square contains landmarks such as Neo-Gothic Neues Rathaus (town hall), with a popular glockenspiel show that chimes and reenacts stories from the 16th century. Friday 11 October Our final free day in Munich is completely for last minute sightseeing or shopping Optional Excursion - Berchtesgaden and the Eagle's Nest price as of $81.65CAD per person Take a day to explore the impressive natural bounty along the German Alpine Road, coupled with a bit of history, as you take in a few sites used by the Third Reich at the height of World War II. Offering a bit of past and present, you're sure to have a day to remember. After a scenic drive along the German Alpine Road, through vibrant green valleys amidst the remarkable peaks of the Alps, you'll make your way to Berchtesgaden. A classical village high in the Alps, gaze at the beautiful dark pines set against a blue sky, before heading up onto the Obersalzberg mountain. Take in the stunning views of the rich landscapes set before you, and appreciate the fact that this beauty was also the scenic backdrop to a darker time in history. Still with many remnants of years spent as one of Hitler's mountain retreats, the site contains a labyrinth of bunkers prepared by the Nazi's for protection during their reign. Take a visit to the NS Documentation Centre, which provides visitors with historic information Saturday 12 October Depart Munich at 11.50am Arrive Toronto at 2.25pm Depart Toronto at 4.55pm Arrive Saint John at 8.30pm Important Notes Accommodation = Zurich for 2 nights Bregenz for 4 nights Innsbruck for 1 night Munich for 2 nights Meals 10 breakfasts included. Passport - Passengers should be in possession of a valid passport and must ensure that they comply with applicable visa requirements. It is the responsibility of each person to advise their travel agent of their citizenship/nationality of all members of the travelling party to ensure the agent provides correct documentation requirements. Tax some European cities have a tourism tax which if applicable must be paid directly to the hotel in the respective city. Gratuities are not included for driver or local guides. Pricing prices are based on a minimum of 25 paying passengers. If we do not reach our minimum numbers by 31 Jan 2019 we refund your deposit in full.
Race Registration is not included, however, we will contact the Race Director for a group discount. Prices are based on hotel mentioned on the itinerary or similar subject to availability at the time of reservation. Should the tour coincide with a trade fair or any other special event we reserve the right to accommodate the group in an alternate hotel and advise a supplement if applicable. Should there be any change in Government taxes we reserve the right to pass on any increases to you. Should currencies fluctuate by more than 3% Operation Europe shall forward revised prices. Early breakfasts before 07.00hrs may incur supplements. Please refer to VIC Tours Terms & Conditions which can be viewed on their website - http://www.victours.ca/5696-2/ Standard Cancellation Policy " 56 days or MORE prior to departure: $100 CAD per person or deposit value of specific tour* " 55-45 days prior to departure: 50% of total price** " 20 days or LESS prior to departure: 100% non-refundable Travel Insurance we can offer competitive rates for Cancellation and / or Medical Insurance through our association with Vision Travel and Manulife please contact Helena or Garth for a quote 506 721 1553. Please contact Garth or Helena on 506 721 1553 or e-mail Helena.millar@visiontravel.ca for more info.