EASTERN EUROPE With CROATIA & SLOVENIA 13 NIGHTS / 14 DAYS HIGHLIGHTS OF THE TOUR Munich (01 Night) City Tour BMW Museum Prague, Czech Republic (02 Nights) Prague River Cruise Prague Castle City Tour Vienna, (01 Night) Vienna, City Tour Schoenbrunn Palace Bratislavia Free Time to Explore City Budapest (03 Nights) Budapest City Tour Danube River Cruise Magic Hungary Show Zagreb ( 02 Nights ) Folklore Show Zagreb City Tour Slovenia Lake Bled Tour Ljubljana City Tour Zadar ( 02 Nights ) Plitvice Lakes, Rastoke Village Pag Island Zadar City Tour with Sea Organ
Split ( 01 Night ) Split Walking Tour Dubrovnik (01 Night ) Dubrovnik City Tour with Cable Car Departure Dates: Departure Month Departure Dates May 7, 22 June 6 Hotel Names: COUNTRY CITY NIGHTS HOTEL NAME Germany Munich 01 Holiday Inn or Similar Czech Republic Prague 02 Diplomat or Dorint or Similar Austria Vienna 01 ATH Anans or Anatol or Doppio or Similar Hungary Budapest 03 Best Western or Mercure Buda or Similar Croatia Zagreb 02 Holiday Hotel or Similar Zadar 02 Success Apartment or Similar Split 01 Hotel Bellevue or Similar Dubrovnik 01 Hotel Petka or Similar Tour Cost: Per Adult on twin sharing basis Third person in same room Single person in Room Child with bed Child without bed Infant 2370 EURO + AIR FARE 2370 EURO + AIR FARE EURO + AIR FARE 1820 EURO + AIR FARE 1420 EURO + AIR FARE 400 EURO + AIR FARE ***BOOK YOUR TOUR IN ADVANCE TO GET THE BEST AND CHEAPEST AIRFARE. ***
City Detail 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. Prague is the capital and largest city of the Czech Republic. It is the 14th largest city in the European Union. It is also the historical capital of Bohemia. Situated in the north-west of the country on the Vltava River. The city has a temperate climate, with warm summers and chilly winters. Main attractions include the Prague Castle, the Charles Bridge, Old Town Square with the Prague astronomical clock, the Jewish Quarter, Petřín hill and Vyšehrad. Since 1992, the extensive historic centre of Prague has been included in the UNESCO list of World Heritage Sites. Vienna is the capital and largest city of Austria and one of the nine states of Austria. The historic centre of Vienna is rich in architectural ensembles, including Baroque castles and gardens, and the late-19th-century Ringstraße lined with grand buildings, monuments and parks. Budapest is the capital and by far the most populous city of Hungary and one of the largest cities in the Union. Among Budapest's important museums and cultural institutions, the most visited art museum is the Museum of Fine Arts, which is noted for one of the largest collections of all periods of European art and comprises more than 100,000 pieces. Zagreb, Croatia s north-western capital is distinguished by its 18th- and 19thcentury Austro-Hungarian architecture. At its centre, Upper Town is the site of the Gothic, twin-spired Zagreb Cathedral and 13th-century St. Mark s Church, with a colourfully tiled roof. Nearby is pedestrian-friendly Tkalčićeva Street, lined with outdoor cafes. Lower Town has the Main Square, Ban Jelačić, plus shops, museums and parks.
Ljubljana, Ljubljana is Slovenia's capital and largest city. It's known for its university population and green spaces, including expansive Tivoli Park. The curving Ljubljanica River, lined in outdoor cafes, divides the city's old town from its commercial hub. Ljubljana has many museums, including the National Museum of Slovenia, displaying historic exhibitions, and the Museum of Modern Art, home to 20th-century Slovene paintings and sculptures. Zadar, a city on Croatia s Dalmatian coast, is known for the Roman and Venetian ruins of its peninsular Old Town. There are several Venetian gates in the city walls. Surrounding the Roman-era Forum is 11th-century St. Mary s Convent, with religious art dating to the 8th century. There s also the grand, 12th-century St. Anastasia s Cathedral and the round, 9th-century pre-romanesque Church of St. Donatus. Split, a town on Croatia s Dalmatian Coast, is known for its beaches and the fortresslike complex at its center, Diocletian's Palace, erected by the Roman emperor in the 4th century. Once home to thousands, its sprawling remains include more than 200 buildings. Within its white stone walls and under its courtyards are a cathedral and numerous shops, bars, cafes, hotels and houses. Dubrovnik is a city in southern Croatia fronting the Adriatic Sea. It's known for its distinctive Old Town, encircled with massive stone walls completed in the 16th century. Its well-preserved buildings range from baroque St. Blaise Church to Renaissance Sponza Palace and Gothic Rector s Palace, now a history museum. Paved with limestone, the pedestrianized Stradun (or Placa) is lined with shops and restaurants.
ITINERARY: Day 01 Mumbai Munich Assemble at Chhatrapati Shiva International airport 3 ½ Hrs Prior to your departure. Board your flight departing for Munich. Arrive Munich Airport & Proceed to our hotel. Please note Check In Time at Hotel is 1500 Hrs. Kindly Manage to relax in Hotel Lobby. Day free for rest. Overnight at Hotel. Overnight in Munich. Lunch ( ) Dinner ( ) Day 02: Munich -- Prague ( 386 Km 4 Hour Drive) After B/f procced for Munich City tour, 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 Visit Marianplatz city Square, Marian Column, The Marienplatz S- Bahn and U-Bahn station, an important transportation hub is located below the square. Visit famous BMW Museum is an automobile museum of BMW history located near the Olympiapark in Munich, witness and seat on latest cars/bikes and take pictures. The museum was established in 1973, shortly after the Summer Olympics opened. After that proceed to Prague. Overnight in Prague. Breakfast ( ) Packed Lunch ( ) Dinner ( ) Day 03: Prague After Breakfast, proceed to The Prague Grand City Sightseeing Tour is very popular, providing a superb introduction to this beautiful city. Prague, capital city of the Czech Republic, is bisected by the Vltava River. Nicknamed the City of a Hundred Spires, it's known for its Old Town Square, the heart of its historic core, with colorful baroque buildings, Gothic churches and the medieval Astronomical Clock, which gives an animated hourly show. Completed in 1402, pedestrian Charles Bridge is lined with statues of Catholic saints This sightseeing excursion is part by coach, part on foot (as many of the most interesting areas of Prague are pedestrianized). A 90 minute guided walk through the Prague Castle complex to discover the major sights within. Admire the grandeur of Saint Vitus Cathedral, the architecture of the Old Royal Palace, and enjoy stunning views over the whole of Prague. From Prague Castle we head for the river, for a stroll across Charles Bridge, and for more wonderful views of the city. And also enjoy Prague River Cruise (Vlatava River Cruise). Overnight at Prague. Breakfast ( ) Lunch ( ) Dinner ( )
Day 04: Prague - Vienna ( 305 Km 3.5 Hour Drive) After Breakfast proceed to Vienna. Upon reaching, we take you for Guided tour of Vienna along with visit to Schonbrunn Palace. The tour gives you a thorough overview of Vienna's most significant historical sites and focuses on the famous Schonbrunn Palace. You'll also see the Museum of Applied Arts, the State Opera House, the Museum of Fine Arts and the Museum of Natural History. Overnight at Vienna. Breakfast ( ) Lunch ( ) Dinner ( ) Day 05: Vienna Bratislava- Budapest ( 243 Km 2.5 Hour Drive) After buffet Breakfast, proceed to Slovakia capital Bratislava. 1 Hour free time in Bratislava to explore the beautiful city. Later proceed to Budapest, Hungary s Capital and grandest city. Upon arrival check in to the hotel and evening we take you for Danube River Cruise. Budapest split by the Danube, Buda s rolling hills and Pest s wide boulevards are easy to explore, even if you can t master the notoriously difficult language. Overnight in Budapest. Breakfast ( ) Lunch ( ) Dinner ( ) Day 06: Budapest City Tour After breakfasts proceed for Budapest City Tour the Grand City Sightseeing Tour makes the perfect introduction for the first time visitor. Your travels will take you across the Danube on the Margaret Bridge; show you the House of Parliament, the Royal Castle, Fisherman's Bastion and much more. You will cross the Danube on the Margaret Bridge (Margaret Island) and drive to the Royal Castle on the Buda side. Here you will visit the Fisherman's Bastion (Promenade) and the Matthias Church (Interior visit),you will also climb the Gellert Hill for fantastic photo opportunities of the city before crossing Elizabeth Bridge and driving by the City Park towards Heroes' square (Promenade). Passing by the Opera and St. Stephen's Basilica you reach to the city center, where your tour ends. Breakfast ( ) Lunch ( ) Dinner ( ) Day 07: Budapest After Breakfast we will proceed to Visit the beautiful Baroque Palace in Gödöllő. After only a 30-minute drive from Budapest we arrive to the former summer residence of Queen Elisabeth (Sisi) and Francis Joseph (Habsburg Emperor & Hungarian King 1867-1916). The interior visit of the Gödöllő Palace gives you a glimpse of times under the Austro-Hungarian Empire. You will become acquainted with the secrets of the private life, the hidden doors, rooms and lovers of the royal couple.after the interior visit of the palace, we drive to a traditional Farm where you will be welcomed with Hungarian "pogácsa" and the national welcome drink, "pálinka". Horsemen will take you for a carriage ride and will invite you to a traditional Horse Show. The most unique part of the show is the so called "Puszta
five formation" when a horseman is standing and balancing on two horses and conducting three more in front of him. Breakfast ( ) Lunch ( ) Dinner ( ) Day 08: Budapest Zagreb After breakfast proceed to The Croatian capital Zagreb is young and playful at heart, despite the almost thousand year-old history of its old town. By day, the city beats to the pulse of its thriving businesses, letting its hair down come sunset. And despite being a thoroughly modern metropolis, the locals welcome visitors with traditional Croatian hospitality. Evening enjoy unforgettable Folklore show by a popular Croatian folklore ensemble "KUD Horvati" together followed by latin music in a restaurant where tradition and modern are intertwined. In a one-hour rich program, folklore ensemble will delight you with songs, music and dance performances of Zagreb area. Overnight Zagreb. Breakfast ( ) Lunch ( ) Dinner ( ) DAY 09: Zagreb Lake Bled & Ljubljana Zagreb (Zagreb to Bled: Approx 3.5 hours, 200 km) After breakfast depart for Bled & Ljubljana excursion.welcome to Bled! With immense natural beauty, Bled, together with its surroundings, ranks among the most beautiful alpine resorts, renowned for its mild, healing climate and thermal lake water. The beauty of the mountains reflected on the lake, the sun, the serenity and the fresh air arouse pleasant feelings in visitors throughout the year. Take a trip across the lake in the traditional Pletna boat and relax in the atmosphere. Ljubljana city tour: The tour, beginning in front of the Town Hall, takes you through the historical city centre, whose unique architecture is the legacy of the Baroque and Art Nouveau periods and, most notably, the work of the famous 20th century architect Jože Plečnik. Ljubljana Castle, standing on a hill above the city for about 900 years, is Ljubljana's main attraction. On this tour, you will learn about its history and enjoy beautiful city views afforded by the castle's ramparts Later evening enjoy the City Tour of Zagreb A walk through Zagreb is an interesting and pleasant journey that encapsulates both history and modern day life. Iliac, the longest street in Zagreb, divides the city into the old roman tic Upper Town and the young, busy and busi ness ori en tated Lower Town. The Upper and Lower Towns are con nected through the Kamenita vrata (Stone gate), yet another recognizable Zagreb tourist attraction that is linked to many legends and beliefs, as well as to faith and peace.
For some, the most recognizable place in Zagreb is its neogothic Cathedral situated at Kaptol. Others tend to remember the always lively central Ban Jelačić Square or The Mimara Museum. Zagreb is also the site of many cul tural and international events. The journey through Zagreb is not fin ished. You may best learn about it by walking down the city streets and enjoy ing a cap puc cino in one of its many city cafes or visit the lively market of Dolac Overnight: Zagreb Breakfast ( ) Packed Lunch ( ) Dinner ( ) DAY 10: Zagreb Plitvice Zadar (Zagreb to Plitvice to Zadar: Approx 10 hours & 270 km) After breakfast, we proceed for Plitvice Lakes. The beauty of this UNESCO world heritage site lays in its 16 terraced lakes, inter-connected by waterfalls, gorges, rivers, forests and diversity of the animal life. See this natural wonderland made of wooden footbridges, shuttle buses and electric boats along the lakes, which are renowned for their distinctive colors that change constantly. Plitvice lakes are one of the best sites in the world and once you visit, you will know why. After having a gala time in Plitvice, we further move to Rastoke Village which is 30minutes from Plitvice. Proceed to Zadar Welcome to Zadar! a city of exceptional history and rich cultural heritage, a city of tourism We guarantee that you will take a little piece of Zadar in your heart! Check-in at hotel and relax. Overnight: Zadar Breakfast ( ) Packed Lunch ( ) Dinner ( ) DAY 11 : Zadar Pag Island (Approx 1 hour & 60 km) After breakfast proceed to enjoy Pag Island, Visit Cheese Factory & free time for water activities. Later in the evening we take you for a walking tour of Zadar. We'll lead you through the city (pedestrian area) to the most important locations and instruct you in front of all our cultural asset and point the most important things that you may also like to visit during your stay in the city. First the Sea organ and greetings to the Sun installation, Roman Forum and Temple, St. Mary and Basilica St Donat. We continue by St. Anastasia Cathedral and continue by St. Grisogonus Church toward noble square. Next point is St. Simeon Church and Square of Five Wells within remains of all three circles of historic city walls. Next point is glorious 15 th City Land Gate.At the end of guidance we will take you to taste famous Zadar liqueur Maraskino where the production of liqueurs began in the 14th century.
Overnight: Zadar Breakfast ( ) Packed Lunch ( ) Dinner ( ) DAY 12: Zadar to Split (Approx. 2 hours & 170 km) ) After breakfast proceed to travel south along the spectacular Adriatic coast, past old villages and new resorts, to Split. Enjoy a city tour featuring the historic inner city, built around the Roman Emperor. Split - The Jewel of an Empire Follow in his footsteps by exploring Diocletian s Palace and a region home to islands, stunning natural landscapes such as Biokovo Mountain and Zlatni Rat beach on the island of Brač, and a wealth of culture that will defy your expectations. Overnight : Split Breakfast ( ) Packed Lunch ( ) Dinner ( ) DAY 13: Split to Dubrovnik (Approx 3 hours & 230 km) After breakfast, Goodbye to Split and proceed to heaven on earth Dubrovnik. Walls are built to protect treasures, and in Dubrovnik this is particularly accurate, with 1,940 metres of stone surrounding one of the world s most beautiful cities. As George Bernard Shaw stated: If you want to see heaven on Earth, come to Dubrovnik. Discover Dubrovnik is the ultimate tour for visitors who wish to take in all the main sights and explore the architecture and history of this famous city. Accompanied by our experienced guide, the story of Dubrovnik's golden age will unfold before your eyes.the route takes you around the Old Town via Onofrio's Fountain and up Prijeko Street to the Old Port - the key to Dubrovnik's trading and maritime success. Along the way you will pay a visit to St. Saviour's, the grandiose Franciscan and Dominican church, and see wine-producing vines believed to be more than 100 years old. Ships from Dubrovnik were reknowned throughout the Mediterranean and galleons from the Republic could be found in navies across Europe and beyond. These ships were built and loaded in the legendary Arsenal, which is another stop on the tour. Once in the Old Port, your guide will relate the stories of the famous Quarantine and the nearby fortresses of St. Luke and St. John as well as legends about the Church of St Blaise, the Cathedral, the Rector's Palace, Sponza Palace, and Orlando's Column.Discover Dubrovnik is your tour. It lasts one hour and in that time you will be entertained, informed and leave with a true understanding of the Dubrovnik's multi-layered past. Overnight: Dubrovnik Breakfast ( ) Packed Lunch ( ) Dinner ( ) DAY 14 : Dubrovnik - Mumbai Doviđenja Croatia! Transfer from Dubrovnik hotel to airport and fly with beautiful memories back home. Breakfast ( )
INCLUSIONS : Tour Manager Services throughout the tour. Travel by comfortable A/C coach as per the tour itinerary. Entrance fees of all sightseeing places to be visited from inside. Accommodation in comfortable and convenient hotels on twin sharing basis. All Meals Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (set menu) as mentioned in the itinerary Breakfast will be served from the hotel continental / American 100 % Veg and Jain (as per the diet) Lunch and dinner will provided by our Chef. All Tips Guide, Driver & Restaurants. GST Included Cost of insurance up to 59 years of age. TOUR COST DOES NOT INCLUDES: Air Fare. Visa Fees Cost of pre or post tour hotel accommodation Porterage, laundry, telephone charges, shopping, wines & alcoholic beverages, mineral water, items of personal nature and food or drink which is not part of a set group menu Any extra cost incurred on behalf of an individual due to illness, accident, hospitalisation, or any personal emergency. Any services or activity charges other than those included in the group tour itinerary. Anything specifically not mentioned in the tour price includes column. Cancellation policy: (No of day s) (Charges) 45 Days Prior to Departure 25 % of Tour Cost 30 Days Prior to Departure 50 % of Tour cost 15 Days Prior to Departure 75 % of Tour cost 07 Days Prior to Departure 100 % of Tour cost