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European Splendours 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 Guided city tour of London, Paris, Venice, Rome, Florence Ride the famous London Eye Visit the famous Madame Tussauds Wax Museum A unique experience of travelling under the English Channel aboard the world s fastest channel train, the Eurostar Included Cruise on the River Seine Visit 3rd level of the Eiffel Tower Visit Fragonard Perfume Museum Full day visit to Euro Disney in Paris Chance to see the Lido Show Visit Bruparck Mini Europe in Brussels Tour of Brussels Grand Place and Photo stop at the Atomium See the world famous Keukenhof Tulip Gardens (till 13th May) Visit Zaanse Schans (from 14th May) A working museum with a collection of wellpreserved historic windmills and houses, cheese farm and a wooden shoe factory Free time at Scheveningen beach Breathtaking view of Amsterdam city on a Canal Cruise Photo stop at a traditional windmill in Amsterdam See the beautiful Cologne Cathedral Enjoy a romantic cruise on River Rhine Free time at the Altstadt Old Town in Heidelberg Visit Black Forest - See a Cuckoo clock demonstration View the magnificent Rhine Falls in Schaffhausen Visit Zurich The financial Capital of Switzerland Chance to see Jungfraujoch Top of Europe with champagne lunch on top Chance to see Trummelbach Falls Chance to Visit Interlaken Visit Mt. Titlis in the world s first revolving cable car and also enjoy the Cliff walk. See the Lion Monument and the Kapell Brucke in Lucerne Tour of Vaduz Capital of Liechtenstein, in a Mini Train See the Golden Roof and the Maria Theresien Strasse in Innsbruck Visit the Swarovski Crystal Museum in Wattens, Austria Visit the St. Mark s Square in Venice with lunch on board your chartered boat Visit the Murano glass showroom in Venice See the Leaning Tower of Pisa Guided City Tour of Florence Photo stop at Piazzale Michelangelo Visit The Vatican the Vatican Museum, Sistine Chapel and the St. Peter s Cathedral Guided City Tour Rome See the Trevi Fountain Rome Visit 10 countries in 15 days in a relaxed and at a leisurely pace covering United Kingdom, France, Belgium, The Netherlands, Germany, Switzerland, Liechtenstein, Austria, Italy & The Vatican Services of a professional, friendly, multilingual and experienced Tour Manager travelling with you throughout your tour. 59
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European Splendours 14 Nights/ 15 Days United Kingdom, France, Belgium, The Netherlands, Germany, Switzerland, Principality of Liechtenstein, Austria, Italy & The Vatican London Brussels Paris Mannheim Innsbruck Engelberg Padova Arezzo Rome 01 Welcome to London!!! Ride the world s largest observation wheel - The London Eye. Today, enter the world of Vacations Exotica as you begin your beautiful journey of Europe. On arrival at the 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. Later, proceed to get the best ever view of this English capital as you get on board the London Eye - 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 Heston Hyde / Thistle Heathrow or similar, in London. (D) 02 Guided City tour of London. Visit Madam Tussauds Wax Museum. 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. After lunch, 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. Enjoy time at leisure on the world famous Oxford Street. Tonight, enjoy an Indian dinner. Overnight at Hotel Heston Hyde / Thistle Heathrow or similar, in London. (B, L, D) 03 Ride the Eurostar to Paris. Visit the Fragonard Perfume Museum. Guided City Tour of Paris. Visit the 3rd level of the Eiffel Tower. Opt to see the Lido Show. check out and proceed to St. Pancras station to board the ultramodern train - Eurostar to Paris, capital city of France. On arrival, enjoy lunch and later 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. Later, visit the famous Fragonard perfume museum. Tonight, enjoy an Indian dinner. Tonight, do not miss an opportunity to see the light, sound and dance extravaganza - The Lido Show. Overnight at Hotel Residhome Roissy Park / Novotel or similar, in Paris. (B, L, D) 61
04 A full day at Disneyland Paris. Cruise on River Seine. get set for an experience to Disney Magic as you visit Euro Disney - where dreams come to life. Experience a super-fun, stress-free adventure that will fill your day with enough magic to last forever. Enjoy the many rides on offer at the park (all included). OR you can visit the amazing Walt Disney Studio - 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. Later in the evening, enjoy a cruise on the River Seine and admire the beautiful monuments of this spectacular city. Tonight, enjoy an Indian dinner. Overnight at Hotel Residhome Roissy Park / Novotel or similar, in Paris. (B, PL, D) 05 Orientation tour of Brussels, Visit Grand Place Photo stop at Atomium - Visit Bruparck (Mini Europe). check out and drive to Brussels, capital city of Belgium. On arrival, visit Bruparck (Mini Europe) where you will see all the important sights of Europe in miniature. It exhibits approximately 80 cities and 350 buildings, reproductions of monuments in the European Union, at a scale of 1:25. Enjoy lunch at Bruparck. Later, enjoy a photo stop at the Atomium. Later visit the Grand Place rated as 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. Tonight, enjoy an Indian dinner. Overnight at Hotel Novotel / NH Hotel or similar, in Breda / Antwerp/ Eindhoven. (B, L, D) 06 Onto the Netherlands - Visit Keukenhof (till 13th May). Visit Zaanse Schans (after 14th May). Enjoy a canal cruise in Amsterdam. TILL 13 th MAY: After a continental Buffet Breakfast, proceed to Lisse to experience the Ultimate Tulip Extravaganza Keukenhof. Later Photo Stop at a Traditional Windmill. After lunch experience the Amsterdam s richness and cultural heritage on your canal cruise aboard a glass topped boat. Enjoy free time at the famous Dam square See the Royal Palace and Nieuwe Kerk. Later some free time at Scheveningen beach. Tonight, enjoy an Indian dinner. Overnight at Hotel Novotel / NH Hotel or similar, in Breda / Antwerp. (B, L, D) 14 th MAY ONWARDS; After a continental buffet breakfast, proceed to 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 the cheese farm. After lunch, Experience the Amsterdam s richness and cultural heritage on your canal cruise aboard a glass topped boat. Enjoy free time at the famous Dam square See the Royal Palace and Nieuwe Kerk. Later some free time at Scheveningen beach. Tonight, enjoy an Indian dinner. Overnight at Hotel Novotel / NH Hotel or similar, in Breda / Antwerp. / Eindhoven (B, L, D) 07 Onto Cologne - the dramatic German city. Romantic Rhine Cruise. Visit the Altstadt (Old Town). check out and drive to the city of Cologne - home to the famous Eau de Cologne. Get fascinated by the sight of the massive Cologne Cathedral a fine example of Gothic architecture. After lunch, proceed to the quaint village of Boppard, 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 St. Goar. Later, drive to the beautiful city of Heidelberg - situated on the banks of River Neckar. Visit the Altstadt - Old Town and continue on an orientation tour of this historic city. View the mighty ruins of the Heidelberg castle. Tonight, enjoy an Indian dinner. Overnight at Hotel Mercure / Michel or similar, in Heppenheim / Heidelberg. (B, L, D) 08 Visit the heart of the Black Forest. See a Cuckoo Clock demonstration. View the Rhine falls in Schaffhausen. Visit Zurich - the commercial capital. After a continental buffet breakfast, check out and experience a natural wonder as you drive through the mystical Black Forest in Germany, synonymous with the Black Forest Cake and home to the Cuckoo Clocks. 62
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Experience the world of Cuckoo Clocks during an interesting demonstration. After lunch, drive to Schaffhausen to view one of Europe s natural wonders the spectacular Rhine Falls. Continue your journey into Switzerland as you drive to the largest city and Financial Capital in Switzerland Zurich. Free time at the Zurich Lake. Later check into the hotel at Engelberg. Tonight, enjoy an Indian dinner. Overnight at Hotel Terrace / Central or similar in Engelberg / Zurich. (B, L, D) 09 Day is at leisure (No lunch) OR Chance to visit Excursion to Jungfraujoch - Top of Europe (3454 metres). A Champagne lunch on top. Visit Trummelbach Falls and Interlaken. After a continental buffet breakfast, day is at leisure OR get set for an excursion to Jungfraujoch an experience of your lifetime. Drive to Lauterbrunnen to board the cog wheel train to Jungfraujoch (3454 metres.) - a world of eternal ice and snow. Enjoy a delicious lunch with champagne on Top of Europe. Visit the Ice Palace, the highest-altitude 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 waterfall in Europe inside a mountain which is 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 Terrace / Central or similar in Engelberg / Zurich. (B, D) 10 Mt Titlis - A landscape close to heavenwith Cliff Walk. Lucerne Orientation Tour. 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 and enjoy a cliff walk (weather permitting). 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. Tonight, enjoy an Indian dinner. Overnight at Hotel Terrace / Central or similar in Engelberg / Zurich. (B, L, D) 11 Visit Vaduz The capital of the tiny Principality of Liechtenstein. Enjoy a Mini Train ride. Visit the Swarovski Crystal Museum in Wattens. Onto Innsbruck. check out and drive to the charming Principality of Liechtenstein. On arrival in Vaduz, enjoy a mini train ride that takes you around this quaint town. After lunch, proceed to Innsbruck, in picturesque Austria. Feast your eyes on some spectacular scenery as you drive to Wattens - Austria. Get set for a glittering experience as you visit the Swarovski Crystal Museum in Wattens. This museum is a blend of art, technology and pure magic. Later, drive to the Tyrolean capital - Innsbruck and experience the charm of this city as you see some intriguing sights like the Golden Roof and St. Anne s Column on Maria Theresien Strasse, for spectacular views of the Alps. Tonight, enjoy an Indian dinner. Overnight at Hotel Alp / Alpenkoening or similar in Innsbruck / Seefeld. (B, L, D) 12 Venice - the Queen of the Adriatic Sea. Guided City Tour of Venice. Visit the famous Murano Glass Showroom. check out and drive to the romantic city of Venice. Enjoy lunch on board your chartered boat 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. Visit the Murano Glass Showroom and see the skills of these master craftsmen. Tonight, enjoy an Indian dinner. Overnight at Hotel Cosmopolitan / Da Porto or similar in Bologna / Vicenza. (B, L, D) 13 Onto Pisa - See the Leaning Tower of Pisa. Guided City Tour of Florence. check out and drive to the city of Pisa. En route, enjoy lunch. Hold your breath as you enter the Square of Miracles and see the precariously Leaning Tower of Pisa (photo stop). Later drive to Florence, on arrival proceed on a guided tour of this beautiful city. 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 65
in Piazza Della Signoria and many more sights. Also, see the 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 masterpieces. Tonight, enjoy an Indian dinner. Overnight at Hotel Planet / Best Western or similar, in Arezzo / Perugia. (B, L, D) 14 A Guided City Tour of Rome. Visit the Vatican home to the Vatican Museum, Sistine Chapel and St. Peter s Basilica check out and drive to Rome. Join an experienced English speaking local guide for a city tour of Rome. Your city tour will also expose you to beautiful sights like the opulent Colosseum, the Victor Emmanuel Monument, Roman Forum, Circus Maximus and ancient temples and many more sights. Visit the Trevi fountain. After lunch visit 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. Tonight, enjoy an Indian dinner. Overnight at Hotel Barcelo Aran Park / Idea Z3 or similar, in Rome. (B, L, D) 15 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, which you will treasure for a lifetime. (B) WHAT YOUR TOUR PRICE INCLUDES WHAT YOUR TOUR PRICE INCLUDES SIGHTSEEING AND EXCURSIONS UNITED KINGDOM London : Guided city tour with an English speaking local guide : See the famous Changing of the Guards (weather permitting) : Ride on the famous London Eye : Visit the Madame Tussauds Wax Museum FRANCE Paris : Guided city tour with an English speaking local guide : Entrance to the 3rd level of the Eiffel Tower : Full day excursion to Euro Disney : Cruise on the River Seine : Visit Fragonard museum BELGIUM Brussels : Tour of the city : A visit to the Grand Place and Mannekin Pis Statue : Photo stop at the Atomium : Visit Bruparck Europe in Miniature with lunch NETHERLANDS Lisse : TILL 13th MAY - Visit Keukenhof Tulip Gardens. Zaanse Schans : FROM 14th MAY - Visit the traditional village of Windmills, Museums and Traditional Dutch Craft Shops Wooden shoe factory and Cheese farm Amsterdam : Enjoy a canal cruise : Photo stop at a traditional windmill Scheveningen : Enjoy free time at the Scheveningen beach GERMANY Cologne : See the Gothic Cologne Cathedral Boppard : Rhine River Cruise St. Goar : Visit this storybook town Heidelberg : Free time at the Altstadt - Old Town Black Forest : Visit the heart of Black Forest : See a demonstration of Cuckoo clock making SWITZERLAND Schaffhausen : See the magnificent Rhine Falls Zurich : Orientation tour & Free time at Lake Zurich Lucerne : Tour of the city : See the Lion Monument and the Kapell Brucke Engelberg : Excursion to Mt. Titlis included with Cliff Walk (weather permitting) LIECHTENSTEIN Vaduz : Tour of Vaduz on board a Mini-Train AUSTRIA Wattens : Visit the Swarovski Crystal Museum Innsbruck : Tour of Innsbruck ITALY Venice Pisa Florence Rome THE VATICAN Vatican City : Guided city tour with an English speaking local guide : Visit the famous St. Mark s Square : Visit the Murano Glass Showroom : See the Leaning Tower of Pisa : Guided city tour with an English speaking local guide : Photo stop at Piazalle Michelangelo : See the majestic Trevi fountain : Guided city tour with an English speaking local guide : Visit the Vatican Museum and Sistine Chapel : Visit the St. Peter s Cathedral HOTELS 02 Nights at Hotel Heston Hyde / Thistle Heathrow or similar, in London 02 Nights at Hotel Residhome Roissy Park / Novotel or similar, in Paris 02 Nights at Hotel Novotel / NH Hotel or similar, in Breda / Antwerp/ Eindhoven 01 night at Hotel Mercure / Michel or similar, in Heppenheim / Heidelberg 03 Nights at Hotel Terrace / Central or similar in Engelberg/Zurich 66
WHAT YOUR TOUR PRICE INCLUDES 01 Night at Hotel Alp / Alpenkoening or similar in Innsbruck / Seefeld 01 Night at Hotel Cosmopolitan / Da Porto or similar in Bologna/ Vicenza 01 Night at Hotel Planet / Best Western or similar, in Arezzo / Perugia 01 Night at Hotel Barcelo Aran Park / Idea Z3 or similar in Rome MEALS Daily Continental Buffet breakfast with hot eggs and fresh fruits Daily Indian Jain/ Vegetarian/ Non-Vegetarian lunches (Except on Day 09) Daily Indian Jain/ Vegetarian/ Non-Vegetarian dinners 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 London to Paris 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 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) Porterage 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 in London / Paris / Rome, 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 Belgium, the Netherlands, Germany, Liechtenstein, Austria, Italy, the Vatican, Switzerland and France (The visa cost has been calculated as of 01st October 2017. 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 is not responsible for granting of visas and is only a facilitator in the visa application process Enquire for DEPARTURE DATES Departure May : 04, 18 DATES June : 01, 15 July : 06 Note: 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. IMPORTANT All tours will be operated subject to a minimum of 25 full paying passengers traveling together. Incase 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 additional It is extremely important to possess an Overseas Travel Insurance policy before you travel on your tour. We have included the cost of overseas travel 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. 67