Classical Europe
19 Days
from $4,389
Tour Code: CLE
Experience Europe’s grandest cities, linger along the Mediterranean, and enjoy charming villages and idyllic countryside along the way. This 19-day adventure is a fantastic introduction to Europe as a whole: experience a variety of different cultures and countries and see all the classical sites---everything you’ve always dreamed of seeing on your European adventure!
Enjoy the enchantment of Paris and charming Burgundy before crossing into Switzerland to indulge in Swiss chocolates and Alpine views in medieval Lucerne. Heading south into the French Riviera, you’ll relax along the Cote d’Azur and enjoy an included visit to the famed Monaco. Florence, Rome and Venice lure you into Italy for Mediterranean sunshine, art and architecture.
After a Venetian canal cruise, you’ll cross the snow-capped Alps to the “imperial” capital of Vienna. Our morning drive takes us to Salzburg, home of the “Sound of Music”. Your last two nights are in the capital of Bavaria, Munich. Don’t miss the experience of a real German beer hall in Munich. The last evening, wish your new friends a fond Auf Wiedersehen at the included Farewell Dinner.
Stay in our selection of European First Class accommodations and enjoy 23 meals including Welcome Reception with snacks, 17 Buffet Breakfasts, 3 Three-Course Dinners with tea or coffee, 2 Highlight Dinners and 1 Farewell Dinner with wine. To ensure a comfortable travel experience, our motorcoaches are equipped with large panoramic windows, reclining seats, air-conditioning and restroom facilities.
Tour price is per person and is based on two people sharing a twin bedded room. Single rooms are available at a supplement or you can choose to participate in our room share program.
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Your Tour Price Includes
VIP Door-to-Door Transfer
Transfers you from your door step to select airports. Start your vacation in style with our outbound VIP Door-to-Door Town Car airport transfer service available on every tour from over 40 cities throughout the USA. Our service will collect your from you home and transfer you to your departure airport. We will arrange a pick-up time from your home that suits you, and your driver will meet you at your front door and assist with your bags before transporting you to the airport with ample time for check-in. |
Loud & ClearThis tour utilizes our personal audio system allowing you to roam and explore sites (within 60 feet) without missing any insight from your Tour Director or local guide. |
TransportationLuxury motorcoach with A/C, panoramic windows, reclining seats & emergency restroom. Airport arrival and departure transfers as noted in itinerary included with the purchase of combined air and land package. |
Travel DocumentsTravel wallet, travel planner & map. $100 Frequent Traveler Discount upon return for a future tour. |
Local Expert Guides: Paris, Florence, Rome, Venice, Vienna & SalzburgLocal Expert Guides in Paris, Florence, Rome, Venice, Vienna & Salzburg. |
First Class HotelsHotels are an expensive element of any tour and certainly one of the most important. For our tours we reserve European Standard First Class Hotels (or best available) and all hotel rooms feature a private bathroom. You’ll enjoy our selection of hotels such as Radisson, Hilton and Sheraton. |
Professional Tour DirectorYour tour will be conducted by the most experienced Tour Directors in the business and will be with you throughout the tour. |
23 MealsWelcome Reception with snacks, 17 Breakfasts, 3 Three-Course Dinners with tea or coffee, 2 Highlight Dinners and 1 Farewell Dinner with wine. |
Included Tour Highlights
Paris sightseeing tourParis sightseeing views the Champs Élysées, Arc de Triomphe, Notre Dame and visits the Eiffel Tower. |
Visit St. Francis' Basilica in AssisiFree time to explore St. Francis’ Basilica, known for its 13th century fresco paintings. |
Lucerne sightseeing includes a stop a the Lion Monument
View the famous Lion Monument, the masterful stone sculpture in honor of the heroic Swiss Guard of Louis XVI. |
Venice sightseeing and canal cruiseTake a cruise to St. Mark’s Square to view the Bridge of Sighs and Doge’s Palace. |
Visit the Principality of Monaco & see the famous Monte Carlo CasinoMonaco and its surroundings offer marvelous landscapes and sea views unique to the South of France. Monaco, an ancient Principality steeped in a rich and colorful history, is considered by many to be Europe’s most fascinating country. Though the Principality covers but one square mile, it stands as a proud monarchy with his Serene Highness Prince Rainier III as its head of state. Today people visit Monaco and its glittering district Monte-Carlo not simply to vacation, not just to test their standing with lady luck, nor merely to see and be seen, but to revel in the memorable life-enhancing experience that is Monaco. |
Vienna sightseeing tourVisit Schönbrunn Palace and view Hofburg Palace and the State Opera in Vienna. |
See the Leaning Tower of Pisa
The Tower of Pisa is the bell tower of the Cathedral. Its construction began in the August of 1173 and continued (with two long interruptions) for about 200 years. In the past it was widely believed that the inclination of the Tower was part of the project ever since its beginning, but now we know that it is not so. The Tower was designed to be "vertical" and started to incline during its construction. Both because of its inclination, and its beauty, from 1173 up to the present the Tower has been the object of very special attention. During its construction efforts were made to halt the incipient inclination through the use of special construction devices; later columns and other damaged parts were substituted on more than one occasion; today, interventions are being carried out within the sub-soil in order to significantly reduce the inclination and to ensure that Tower will have a long life. |
Salzburg city tour |
Florence sightseeingFlorence sightseeing includes Signoria Square, the Cathedral, Piazzale Michelangelo and Santa Croce Basilica. |
Munich city tour |
Rome sightseeing tour
St. Peter's Basilica Rome sightseeing tour includes the Roman Forum, Circus Maximus & visits to the Colosseum & St. Peter’s Basilica. |
Extension Packages
Add an extension package to your tour. Or ask about available pre- or post-hotel nights to extend on your own.
Add a 2-night pre-tour extension in LondonAdd a 2-night pre-tour extension in London from $490 per person (single supplement $155) |
Optional Excursions
Optional excursions can be purchased upon arrival.
The list below is a sampling of excursions that may be offered by your tour director.
Paris – Illuminations & Seine River CruiseThe City of Light radiates in all of her glory on a memorable drive along floodlit boulevards and down the Champs-Elysees while viewing such famous landmarks as the Arc de Triomphe and Opera. Later, we enjoy a Seine River cruise. |
Florence - Academy of Fine Arts & DavidWe visit the Academy of Fine Arts, housing the original ‘David’ and the Medici Chapel or the ‘Opera del Duomo’. Our expert guide brings to life the story of Michelangelo, Donatello, Leonardo da Vinci and the famous Medici rulers of this unique city. |
Paris - Guided Visit to Le Grand LouvreEnter one of the largest museums in the world for a tour of the Louvre’s most famous exhibits. With an expert local guide, admire the Mona Lisa and the Venus de Milo as well as the Winged Victory of Samothrace. Our visit through this former Royal Palace will be enhanced by the use of personal headsets. |
Rome - Vatican Museum & The Sistine ChapelA guided visit to the Vatican Museums which contain the accumulated treasures of the Popes including the famous collection of Tapestries and Maps. We visit a number of rooms before arriving at the greatest treasure of them all – the painted ceiling by Michelangelo in the Sistine Chapel. |
Paris - Notre Dame & Eiffel TowerThis afternoon you will first visit famous Notre Dame Cathedral on the City Island in the medieval quarters of Paris and later on we admire the most incredible views of Paris from the second floor of the Eiffel Tower, the symbol of the city. |
Rome – From the Spanish Steps to the Pantheon & Piazza NavonaThere is still no better way to discover the hidden corners or the famous sites of this enchanting city than by leisurely walking through it. Follow your guide through Rome’s center to see the Spanish Steps, Via Condotti, Navona Square and the best preserved Roman temple still standing today: the Pantheon. At the end of the tour, there is plenty of time to stroll around for shopping or treat yourself in a quaint café among the locals. |
Paris - Nouvelle Eve DinnerDinner with wine included at one of the most prestigious cabarets in town. An evening of exciting acts, stunning tableaux and wonderful entertainment. |
Rome - Trevi Fountain & DinnerOur evening introduction tour of Rome takes us to the fabulous Trevi fountain to make a wish! This visit is followed by dinner at one of Rome’s restaurants. Drinks are included. |
Lucerne - Mt. Stanserhorn & Lake CruiseWe begin with a scenic cruise across Lake Lucerne to the village of Stans, terminal of one of Switzerland’s oldest mountain railways. We ascend to the top by old-timer railway and modern cable car to reach 1898 m (6227 feet) - an excellent vantage from which to view the breathtaking scenery of Alpine Switzerland. Free time to take in the air and perhaps some refreshment before we descend to rejoin our coach. (On certain departures this optional may be operated in reverse, ending with the cruise.) |
Rome - Pompeii & SorrentoWe drive south to the ancient ruins of Pompeii, excavated after being buried under ash and pumice from the eruption of Vesuvius in 79AD. We have a guided tour of this well-preserved Roman city and later stop in magical Sorrento before returning to Rome passing the abbey of Monte Cassino. A fascinating day; well worth the drive. |
Lucerne - Swiss Fondue & Folklore ShowEnjoy a tasty Swiss meal (one of the courses will be the famous Swiss cheese fondue) in a typical restaurant. Whilst you enjoy dinner, join in the fun of a lively folklore show which includes yodeling, flag throwing, Alpenhorn blowing and other great Swiss entertainment. Drinks are included. |
Venice – Burano Island & Lunch/DinnerToday we take a private launch across the serene waters of the Lagoon to view the charming islands such as Murano, Torcello and St. Francesco Del Deserto. Escaping the crowds, we stop at the charming fisherman’s island of Burano, famous for its lace school. We make our way to a lovely restaurant to enjoy a delicious meal of regional specialties accompanied by unlimited wine! Time to wander the colorful attractive streets and shop for lace. This chance to see more of Venice should not be missed! A photographer’s paradise! |
Nice – Riviera '3 Corniches' & DinnerWe take a spectacular scenic drive along the Riviera to the 'Three Corniches' and enjoy breathtaking views along perhaps the most beautiful coast in Europe. We reach the 'Grand Corniche' and stop for a sweeping panorama over the Mediterranean coastline. We continue to our restaurant where we enjoy a dinner of local specialties from the region. (Drinks included). |
Venice – Gondola & SerenadeA beautiful and romantic tour through Venice’s canals awaits us. You’ll travel in a comfortable gondola under arched bridges, past lavish palaces, and picturesque piazzas, as you are serenaded with Italian melodies. A memorable way to see Venice! |
Nice – St. Paul & VenceA short drive along the coast before we reach the charming medieval town of Vence where we visit the colorful open air market and the Cathedral with works of Marc Chagall. Afterwards our tour continues to the fascinating hill top town of St. Paul renowned as an artist’s paradise and home to the famous. Like in a fairytale you wander the narrow streets lined with old stone houses and smell the fragrant air of Provence’s herbs and pine. |
Walking – Moderate Physical Activity Required

Not all areas included on this tour are accessible by motor vehicle. Visiting ancient ruins and a handful of other listed sites may require some walking, sometimes on cobblestone streets. Be sure to pack comfortable and safe walking shoes and get ready to enjoy these fascinating attractions up close and personal.
This tour requires moderate physical activity. You should be in good health, able to climb stairs and walk slightly longer distances, possibly over uneven grounds and cobblestone streets.
Add a 2-night Pre-Tour Extension to London

Add a 2-night Pre-tour extension in London from just $490 per person!
(Single Supplement from $155)
Start your vacation in style with 2 amazing nights in London! Take in a West End show, have afternoon tea at Harrods or take a scenic cruise down the River Thames and visit the imposing Tower of London - the choices of what to see and do are endless!
Price Includes:
2-nights accommodation in the Thistle Marble Arch Hotel.
Transfer from the airport to your hotel.
Half-day London sightseeing tour.
Local Host
Eurostar train from London to Paris to start your tour. (Station transfers not included).
Day 1 USA - Paris

VIP Door-to-Door Transfer to your local airport for your overnight flight to Paris.
Day 2 Arrive Paris

On arrival at Charles de Gualle
Airport, your airport transfer
leaves for the tour hotel at 09:00,
12.00 & 15:00. Later this evening,
join your Tour Director and fellow
travelers for a Welcome Reception
followed by time to relax and explore.
Welcome Reception Included
Day 3 Paris

This morning we see the ChampsÉlysées,
Arc de Triomphe, Opera
House, Gothic Cathedral of Notre
Dame and the River Seine. After
a special visit to the 2nd floor of
the Eiffel Tower, the afternoon is
free to join an optional tour to the
Louvre Museum or simply relax in
a sidewalk café. Tonight, a French
dinner and Cabaret complete with
the French Cancan would be hard
to resist!
Buffet Breakfast Included
Day 4 Paris - Beaune - Lucerne

South today through the famous
wine-producing region of
Burgundy, with a stop in the
medieval town of Beaune. Then,
through the hilly region of Franche
Comté, past the fortified town
of Belfort, part of the wartime
defenses of the Maginot Line and
gateway to Alsace. We later cross
the mighty Rhine at Basel and
our home in Switzerland for two
relaxing nights will be the lakeside
resort of Lucerne.
Buffet Breakfast and Dinner Included
Day 5 Lucerne

View the impressive city wall
with its multiple watchtowers and
marvel at the decorated covered
bridge. Next, we visit the famous
Lion Monument, the masterful
stone sculpture in honor of the
heroic Swiss Guard of Louis XVI.
Balance of the day is at leisure
for a cable car ride into the Swiss
Alps and to shop for chocolate
and watches.
Buffet Breakfast Included
Day 6 Lucerne - French Riviera

South through the heart of Switzerland
this morning as we follow
the St. Gotthard route to the beautiful
Italian Lake District. Conclude
the day with arrival on the
spectacular French Riviera for our
two night stay on the Cote d´Azur
with its famous sea front, shops
and cultural life.
Buffet Breakfast Included
Day 7 French Riviera

This morning, visit the medieval
village of St. Paul de Vence. Walk
through its winding streets and see vine-covered houses plus
magnificent views of the sea and
mountains. After an afternoon
at leisure, this evening enjoy
this playground of the rich
and famous with a Highlight
Dinner and included visit to the
Principality of Monaco and see
the famous Monte Carlo Casino.
Buffet Breakfast and Highlight Dinner Included
Day 8 French Riviera - Pisa - Florence

First, we cross the border into Italy,
past Genoa, birthplace of Christopher
Columbus, to Pisa to view
the extraordinary Leaning Tower.
Continue into the heart of Tuscany
to Florence.
Buffet Breakfast and Dinner Included
Day 9 Florence

Florence sightseeing with your local expert visits Signoria Square, the Cathedral, Piazzale Michelangelo and Santa Croce Square. Time to shop for gold and leather before a relaxing afternoon and time free to explore the world famous museums or drive into the Tuscan countryside for an optional visit to medieval San Gimignano.
Buffet Breakfast Included
Day 10 Florence - Rome

Travel south to the “Eternal City” of Rome for a leisurely three night stay. This evening enjoy a special dinner with local wine in the heart of Rome. Buon Appetito!
Buffet Breakfast and Highlight Dinner Included
Day 11 Rome

This morning enjoy a guided sightseeing tour to view the Roman Forum and Circus Maximus, with visits to St. Peter’s Basilica and the Colosseum, site of gladiatorial combats and early Christian martyrdom. Enjoy an afternoon at leisure.
Buffet Breakfast Included
Day 12 Rome - Free Day

Enjoy a full day Free in Rome or perhaps join an optional tour to perhaps join a full day optional tour to Sorrento and the ruins of Pompeii.
Buffet Breakfast Included
Day 13 Rome - Assisi - Venice

It’s “Arrivederci Roma” as we cross the Apennine Mountains on our
way to mystical Assisi – the pinkstoned
city ringed by medieval
ramparts, set in the heart of the
Umbrian Hills. Free time to explore
St. Francis’ Basilica, known
for its 13th century fresco paintings
before continuing northwards
across the River Po to our hotel in
Mestre.
Buffet Breakfast and Dinner Included
Day 14 Venice

This morning our Venice sightseeing
includes a cruise to St. Mark’s
Square to view the Bridge of Sighs
and Doges’ Palace. The remainder
of the day in Venice is at leisure.
Buffet Breakfast Included
Day 15 Venice - Vienna

We leave behind the magic of Venice
as we travel through Italy’s Carnic
Alps, crossing the border into
Austria, through the Carinthian
Lake District and continue past
wooded mountains, over the Semmering
Pass before arriving in the
‘imperial’ capital of Vienna, city of
Strauss, the Waltz and Hapsburgs
and Sacher cake with cream!
Buffet Breakfast Included
Day 16 Vienna

Enjoy included sightseeing that reveals
both imperial and contemporary
Vienna with your local expert
guide starting with a special highlight
visit to Schönbrunn Palace
with its magnificently preserved
staterooms and exquisite gardens.
Later on we’ll stop for photographs
at Emperor Franz Josef ’s Hofburg
Palace and end our tour at the
magnificent State Opera.
Buffet Breakfast Included
Day 17 Vienna - Salzburg - Munich

By the mighty Danube our morning
drive brings us to Salzburg, the
home of the “Sound of Music.” Explore
this city of Mozart with your
local guide, shop in the Getreide
Gasse and spot the movie locations
before continuing through
southern Bavaria to Munich. Tonight,
you may wish to try a stein
of local beer in the atmosphere of
a German beer hall.
Buffet Breakfast Included
Day 18 Munich

After our orientation drive,
including views of the Olympic
Stadium and the famous
Glockenspiel in the Marienplatz
town hall square, it is time
to catch up with last minute
shopping, explore Munich’s
great museums, or just relax in
the Bavarian capital. Perhaps
take an optional trip into the
surrounding Alps and visit
Linderhof, the hunting lodge of
“Mad King Ludwig” with a stop
in the Passion Play village of
Oberammergau before returning
to Munich. Tonight, reminisce
about the highlights of your
tour at an included Highlight
Farewell Dinner.
Buffet Breakfast and Farewell Dinner Included
Day 19 Munich - USA

We bid farewell to Europe.
Departure transfers arrive at
Munich airport at 7:30, 9:30 and
13:00.
Buffet Breakfast Included
of $400 per couple when you book by
February 10, 2012.
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$4,389 | $200 | ||
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Departure Details
Departures are available March through November 2012.
Add a 2-night pre-tour extension to London from just $490 per person!
Pricing Details
The prices above are for the land only portion of the tour and include the Early Booking Discount of $200 per person. In order to qualify for the discounts you must book and deposit by February 10, 2012.
Airfare is available at an additional cost from over 60 departure cities, call for an up-to-the-minute air quote from your hometown. When you book your Air & Land package together by you’ll save an additional $200 per couple!
Tour price is per person and is based on two people sharing a twin bedded room. Single rooms are available at a supplement or you can choose to participate in our room share program.
Single Room Supplement: from $1,430
At times we offer discounted departures where the price has been discounted to reflect savings. Discounted rates are valid for new bookings only and are not combinable with any other offers.
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City |
Hotel |
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| 2,3 | Paris | Pullman La Defense | |||||||||||||||
Pullman La Defense
Pullman La Defense Location: Light and comfortable, the Pullman La Defense is located in the middle of the business district of La Defense, across from the CNIT convention center and just minutes from the center of Paris. Hotel Amenities
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Location: Light and comfortable, the Pullman La Defense is located in the middle of the business district of La Defense, across from the CNIT convention center and just minutes from the center of Paris. |
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| 4,5 | Lucerne | Flora Hotel | |||||||||||||||
Flora Hotel
Flora Hotel Location: The Ameron Hotel Flora is a 4-star business hotel ideally located near Lucerne’s central station as well as the Rosengart Museum. The world famous Kapell bridge is nearby and there are gorgeous views of the panoramic mountains Hotel Amenities
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Location: The Ameron Hotel Flora is a 4-star business hotel ideally located near Lucerne’s central station as well as the Rosengart Museum. The world famous Kapell bridge is nearby and there are gorgeous views of the panoramic mountains |
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| 6,7 | Monte Carlo | Fairmont Monte Carlo | |||||||||||||||
Fairmont Monte Carlo
Fairmont Monte Carlo Location: Four star luxury hotel located in the heart of the Principality of Monaco between the Mediterranean Sea and the legendary Monte Carlo Casino. The hotel offers two restaurants, a bar, new pool space on the roof and a new spa. The hotel also offers a fitness area and in-house casino. Hotel Amenities
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Location: Four star luxury hotel located in the heart of the Principality of Monaco between the Mediterranean Sea and the legendary Monte Carlo Casino. The hotel offers two restaurants, a bar, new pool space on the roof and a new spa. The hotel also offers a fitness area and in-house casino. |
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| 8,9 | Florence | Grand Mediterraneo Hotel | |||||||||||||||
Grand Mediterraneo Hotel
First Class Grand Mediterraneo Hotel Location: With a view of the famous river Amo near the beautiful Piazza Santa Croce, the Grand Hotel Mediterraneo offers a stunning panoramic view of the city and close access to sights such as the Uffizi Gallery, the Via Roma, Via Tornabuoni, & Via Calzaiuoli. Hotel Amenities
In-Room Amenities
Location: With a view of the famous river Amo near the beautiful Piazza Santa Croce, the Grand Hotel Mediterraneo offers a stunning panoramic view of the city and close access to sights such as the Uffizi Gallery, the Via Roma, Via Tornabuoni, & Via Calzaiuoli. |
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| 10-12 | Rome | Villa Pamphili | |||||||||||||||
Villa Pamphili
First Class Villa Pamphili Location: 4-star hotel located in an up-market residential area beside the historical & famed Villa Pamphilli Park in the center of the eternal city of Rome. The hotel is just a few minutes from the Vatican and offers a free courtesy bus back and forth. Hotel Amenities
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Location: 4-star hotel located in an up-market residential area beside the historical & famed Villa Pamphilli Park in the center of the eternal city of Rome. The hotel is just a few minutes from the Vatican and offers a free courtesy bus back and forth. |
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| 13,14 | Venice-Mestre | Laguna Palace | |||||||||||||||
Laguna Palace
First Class Laguna Palace Location: 4-star hotel situated in a privileged area located 5 minutes from the Mestre Railway Station and 10 minutes from Venice. A marina has been created between the hotel buildings to connect with all of the canals enabling easy access to the heart of Venice. Hotel Amenities
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Location: 4-star hotel situated in a privileged area located 5 minutes from the Mestre Railway Station and 10 minutes from Venice. A marina has been created between the hotel buildings to connect with all of the canals enabling easy access to the heart of Venice. |
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| 15,16 | Vienna | Hotel Am Konzerthaus | |||||||||||||||
Hotel Am Konzerthaus
Hotel Am Konzerthaus Location: Modern décor and a stylish venue make Hotel Am Konzerthaus a perfect choice in Vienna. Close to city center and the main train station, the hotel is directly across from the Vienna Concert Hall and Akademie Theatre. Hotel Amenities
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Location: Modern décor and a stylish venue make Hotel Am Konzerthaus a perfect choice in Vienna. Close to city center and the main train station, the hotel is directly across from the Vienna Concert Hall and Akademie Theatre. |
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| 17,18 | Munich | Sheraton Munich Arabellapark | |||||||||||||||
Sheraton Munich Arabellapark
First Class Sheraton Munich Arabellapark Location: Bavarian charm greets you at the lavishly renovated (in 2008) Sheraton Arabellapark Hotel. Just 10minutes from city center this hotel offers convenience and comfort. Hotel Amenities
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Location: Bavarian charm greets you at the lavishly renovated (in 2008) Sheraton Arabellapark Hotel. Just 10minutes from city center this hotel offers convenience and comfort. |
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How to Make Your Reservation:
After selecting your tour and departure date, simply call 1-800-552-5545 and a Travel Specialist will take your reservation over the phone. You can pay your $350.00 deposit by credit card, or alternately you can mail a check made payable to Grand European Tours to the following address: GRAND EUROPEAN TOURS 6000 Meadows Road, Suite 520 Lake Oswego, OR 97035 USA. Please make your reservations as early as possible since many of our tours are completely filled 4 to 6 months before departure.
Final Payment:
Upon receiving the $350.00 deposit per person, you will be sent a confirmation. VISA, MASTERCARD, American Express and DISCOVER CARD may be used for this deposit amount, however, final payment is preferred by check or money order and is due in our Oregon office 60 days prior to the departure date. If reservations are made less than 60 days prior to departure, payment in full is required at the time of booking. If final payments are not received on time, Grand European Tours (2003) Inc. may cancel the reservation and invoke the cancellation fee. For Highlights of South Africa tour and all River Cruises final payment is due 90 days prior to departure.
Pricing:
Land prices printed in this catalog are per person based on double occupancy. The Operator reserves the right to adjust prices due to fluctuations in foreign exchange rates, imposed fuel surcharges, taxes, charges and levies imposed by any third party including government and its agencies. Should these change the price of your tour by more than 10% you may cancel without penalty within 7 days after we notify you of the increase.
Cancellations, Changes & Refunds:
If a cancellation in writing is received by Grand European Tours (2003) Inc. 30 days or less after your reservation has been made, your $350.00 deposit will be FULLY REFUNDED. *See Air Reservations section for specific change fee information for air reservations. For cancellations or changes thereafter but more than 61 days prior to departure there will be a $350.00 per person fee assessed. If you must withdraw or make a change 60 days or less prior to departure (90 days or less for River Cruises and Highlights of South Africa), the following fees will apply:
| Number of Days Prior to Departure | Cancellation/Change Land Tours – Per Person |
| 31 - 60 Days | 25% of tour cost |
| 15 - 30 Days | 50% of tour cost |
| Less than 15 Days | 100% of tour cost |
| Number of Days Prior to Departure | Cancellation/Change River Cruises – Per Person |
| 89 – 60 Days | 35% of the cost |
| 59 – 30 Days | 50% of the cost |
| 100% of the cost |
Air Reservations:
Air Add-On prices listed in this catalog were effective on August 19, 2011 and their availability is limited. At the time you purchase your tour, air prices may be higher. Air Add-On prices shown include September 11th Security fee, government fees, taxes and airline fuel surcharges based on destination and routing. The total price at time of purchase may vary slightly due to fluctuations in currency exchange. For the most competitive and up to date pricing from your departure city call our toll free number at 1-800-552-5545. Quoted air reservation prices are inclusive of all taxes and fees and are subject to change before payment is made in full. Air transportation is in economy class by scheduled airlines. Business class is available upon request. Some tours are not available from all of the airports. Requests for specific airlines, non-stop or direct flights and/or seat assignments are accepted as preferences only and cannot be guaranteed. Frequent flyer programs are under the control of the respective airlines. Your airline tickets will be electronically issued in lieu of paper tickets. Please note that your airline tickets and other tour documentation must bear your FULL name as it appears on your passport. Please note that airline reservations can only be made for dates less than 331 days out.
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Passports and Visas:
A valid U.S passport is required for traveling outside of the U.S.; including to Canada & Mexico. Passport application forms may be obtained from your local post office. All passports must contain at least 3 blank visa pages and must be valid for 6 months after the completion of your tour. Entry visa application forms will be sent prior to your departure for U.S. passport holders. Russia ($218*), China ($193*), Brazil ($220*) and Vietnam & Cambodia ($283*). An entry fee is required upon arrival at the airport in Egypt ($15*), Turkey ($20*) and Zimbabwe ($30*), these countries prefer payment in U.S. dollars rather than local currency. A per person Departure Tax is required at Costa Rica ($26*) and Peru ($31*) paid at the airport. A onetime Reciprocity Tax is required upon entry at the airport in Buenos Aires, Argentina ($140*) and Santiago, Chile ($131*); the fee can be paid in local currency, US Dollars, credit card or traveler check; the tax is valid for multiple entries for 10 years or until your passport expires. Australia requires an electronic visa ($0*) which is obtained at the time of airline ticket purchase. *All visa costs and entry/exit requirements can change at any time. Please visit travel.state.gov for current information. Individuals who do not hold a U.S. passport should contact CIBT/ZVS at 1-866-788-1100 to see if visas are required.
Travel Documents:
Approximately 15 days prior to the departure date you will receive a travel information package that will include your airline itinerary, travel tips, hotel list, baggage tag, travel wallet, etc. Visas, when required, will be distributed as soon as they are issued by the countries involved. Please note that your airline tickets and other tour documentation must bear your FULL name as it appears on your passport.
Tour Membership:
These tours require a blend of adventuresome spirit, physical fitness, walking ability, mental alertness, and a capacity for accepting situations as they exist and not, necessarily, as we would find them in America. If you have health concerns, we suggest that you contact your physician to help determine the suitability of one of these tours for you. We regret that we are unable to accept requests for special diets or itinerary variations. Disabled travelers requiring special attention or treatment on any tour must be reported when reservations are made. A companion who is able to provide the required assistance must accompany any person who is unable to travel independently or who needs any type of assistance.
Baggage:
Due to limited motorcoach storage capacity, each tour member is permitted one large suitcase not to exceed 50 pounds in weight nor 30”x22”x10” in dimension on European tours. Handling of this bag by hotel porters is included in the tour price. In addition, each person is allowed one small piece of carry-on size luggage that does not exceed the dimensions of 12”x11”x6” and is the complete responsibility of the tour member and must be taken on the motorcoach with you. Carry-ons with telescopic handles and wheels will not fit in the overhead compartments and therefore cannot be accepted as carry-on luggage for safety reasons. Please note, North America, Mexico and Egypt tours have smaller baggage dimensions which are noted in your pre-tour documentation. Grand European Tours (2003) Inc. does not assume any responsibility for loss or damage to baggage or passengers’ belongings. Please note: It is your responsibility to verify the baggage weight restrictions for the individual airlines that you will be traveling on as in some instances baggage is restricted. Airline baggage charges collected at check-in are not included and are at passengers own expense.
VIP Door-to-Door Transfer Service:
The VIP Door-to-Door Transfer service is available for all customers departing from the 41 airports highlighted on page 12 and living within a 25 mile radius from point of departure to your chosen airport. It is an outbound service only. Maximum passengers in one car can not exceed four. For bookings with more than four people, further vehicles may be necessary and further supplementary charges will apply. For any journeys greater than 25 miles a supplementary cost for additional mileage will apply and will be advised within 48 hours of booking if necessary. Mileage is based on journey information from www.mapquest. com. Should you not use the VIP Door-to-Door Transfer we will deduct $50 per person from your tour price (this must be advised at time of booking). Cancellation of service or changes must be made 72 hours before scheduled pick-up.
Early Departure or Extended Stay:
If you wish to depart early or extend your stay in Europe, flight and hotel arrangements can be made by contacting our Oregon office. Airport transfers are not included but may be purchased through GET. On most tours you can reserve up to 3 additional nights at the hotel where your tour starts and ends, however space may be limited and is subject to availability. Please call for our low cost rates and availability. Luggage handling and breakfast is not included on North American tour extensions.
Land Tour Only:
If you wish to make independent flight arrangements, you may still reserve the land portion of a tour. Hotel-airport transfers are subject to availability and flight details must be provided in writing at least 45 days prior to departure. See tour page for specific transfer times.
Airport Transfers:
Complimentary airport arrival and departure transfers are included in the tour price when you purchase our land/air package and operate at fixed times on the first and last day of your tour. See the individual tour pages for details. For those making their own flight arrangements or extending at GET hotels, transfers can be purchased; please call for details. London Heathrow Airport Arrivals: For tours commencing in London, we have included a free group shuttle to/from LHR for clients that have booked our combined land/air packages. For clients that have made their own flight arrangements GET has negotiated special rates for shuttle transfers from LHR to your London hotel (which must be booked through GET) at a price of $40 per person per single trip to/from LHR. London Gatwick Airport Arrivals: Clients arriving at LGW who have booked our combined land/air packages are provided with a Gatwick Express train voucher to Victoria Station, and will need to make their own way from Victoria Station to the tour hotel. For clients that have made their own flight arrangements we suggest you visit www.gatwickexpress. com for transfer information.
Smoking:
Please note that we do not permit smoking on our motorcoaches, however, frequent stops are made while touring.
Surface Travel & Sightseeing:
Ground arrangements are provided by Grand European Operations Ltd., a separate company, and include inter-city travel by private motorcoach with air-conditioning and an emergency restroom*, ferry, train, and ship as per the itinerary. Activities on days indicated in the itinerary as being “at leisure or optional” are left to your discretion. *Some exceptions apply.
Holidays:
During local or national holidays some museums, restaurants or sightseeing may be limited or not available. Alternatives will be offered wherever possible. At times, some itineraries may be operated in reverse; you will be advised at the time of booking. Nile River Cruises: due to the unreliability of domestic air scheduling, religious festivals and other unforeseen circumstances, the order of some itineraries may need to change at short notice; on occasion an alternative cruise boat of equal standing may be used.
Hotels:
The hotels reserved for our tours are rated as European Standard First Class. All hotel rooms provide a private bath (and/or shower) and toilet. These hotels are clean, comfortable and located so as to best facilitate guided sightseeing of the area. Hotels reserved for each tour are indicated in the Day-By-Day Itinerary. If, for any reason, it becomes necessary to use other hotels, they will be of a similar standard, where possible. We only contract non-smoking rooms. All accommodations, meals and services have been designated as first class in Russia, Eastern Europe and provincial areas though some tourism facilities are less developed than what might normally be expected in this category. Tours in North and South America use Standard First Class hotels
Single Rooms:
A limited number of single rooms are available at the supplement shown for each tour. While single rooms provide privacy, they are often smaller than twin-bedded rooms. We do offer the option to join our non-smoking Room Share Program (see page 13 for details). The Room Share Program is not available on tours/cruises to Greece, Egypt, Mexico, Hawaii, Costa Rica, Peru, South America, South Africa, China, Select London & Paris, Select London, Paris & Rome, all European River Cruises and all pre or post tour extensions.
Triple Rooms:
Triple room accommodations are available on a limited basis at a reduced price. Triple rooms usually consist of a twin-bedded room with an additional folding bed or cot for the third person. They may not be comfortable for three adults. Triple rooms are not available on cruises.
Meals:
WR=Welcome Reception. Breakfasts are served as: B=Breakfast, BB=Buffet Breakfast, CB=Continental Breakfast, SB=Scandinavian Buffet Breakfast, FB=Full Breakfast. Lunches (L) and three-course table d’hote (set menu) dinners (D), (FD) farewell dinners and (BD) buffet dinners are shown in the itinerary for each tour and are generally catered by the hotel in which you are residing. (HD)Highlight Dinner and (HL) Highlight Lunch will be catered at a local restaurant or special venue. (DA) Dine-Around dinners are catered at a selection of restaurants preselected by Grand European Tours. Please note in cases of early morning departures, FB may not be available. Please note that we are unable to accept requests for special menus to meet dietary or religious requirements.
Tour Price Does Not Include:
Beverages and meals not detailed in the itinerary. Personal expenses including passport and visa fees, alcoholic beverages, optional sightseeing tours, laundry, phone calls, traditional end of the tour gratuity to your Tour Director and Motorcoach Driver, tips to local city guides, crew tips and all other items of a personal nature, airport tax, service & security charges and port taxes. (Subject to change.) Travel Insurance is also not included but is highly recommended.
Consumer Disclosure Notice:
Please read the Terms and Conditions carefully, as your deposit and payment for a trip constitutes consent to all conditions and general information contained in this brochure.
Responsibility:
These trips are arranged by Grand European Operations Ltd. (“Operator”) in conjunction with Grand European Tours (2003) Inc. It has made the travel arrangements as agent for the transportation carriers and other suppliers of services connected with the tour (“suppliers”) all of which are independent contractors. The Operator in no way owns or operates the vehicles or facilities to be used during the trip, and does not guarantee or assume responsibility for the acts and/or omissions of suppliers, their employees, agents, etc. Transportation companies, airlines etc. are not to be held responsible for any act, omission or event during the time passengers are not on board planes, transportation or conveyances. We rely on international convention which may apply to the services provided by us, our suppliers or agents with respect to any claim of any nature brought by you against us as a result of the provision of those services. International conventions which apply may include: Warsaw Convention 1929, (as amended by Hague Protocol and Montreal Protocol) in relation to air travel, or Montreal Convention; the Berne Convention for rail travel; Athens Convention 1974 for carriage by sea; the Geneva Convention for carriage by road and the Paris Convention 1962 for Hotels. We are to be regarded as having all benefit of these conventions on limiting our liability in relation to any claim for death, injury, loss, damage and delay to passengers and luggage. Enrollment in and payment for a tour shall constitute agreement and acceptance by the passenger of the terms and conditions set forth in this brochure which cannot be varied except in writing by an officer of the Company.
All bookings are accepted subject to the conditions imposed by suppliers and Operator, including airline, cruise line, rail, coach, hotel, restaurants, insurance and other companies, firms or persons concerned with the trip, and the Operator will make no refund in the event of their delay, cancellation, overbooking, strike, force majeure or for elements of the package not used by customer. If there is a difference between the Operator’s Conditions and those published by a supplier, the conditions of supplier shall apply. The Operator reserves the right to cancel a trip or change the itinerary whenever in its sole judgment conditions warrant, or if the Operator deems it necessary for your comfort, convenience or safety. Trips outside the USA require a valid passport. You are responsible for, and release the Operator from, passport, visa, vaccination requirements, and safety conditions in travel destinations. The Operator strongly recommends you purchase appropriate cancellation/medical/baggage insurance for the trip, which is available from the Operator. For medical information, call the Center for Disease Control at 800- 232-4636 or visit www.cdc.gov/travel, and for U.S. State Department travel advisories, call 202-647- 5225. The Operator reserves the right to decline to accept any person as a member of the tour, or to require any participant to withdraw from the trip at any time who presents a significant risk to the health or safety of himself or others which can not be eliminated or reduced to an acceptable level by the Operator’s reasonable accommodation. The Operator reserves the right to correct an error in the advertised price prior to your departure. Prices in this brochure are accurate at the time of printing and are subject to change without notice due to changes in market factors including but not limited to foreign currency and supplier cost fluctuations. Prices set forth in future brochures shall supersede the prices in this brochure. Airfare quotes, and Air Add-ons in this brochure are subject to airline capacity limitations and higher airfares may apply depending on seat availability at the time of reservation. A contract is made when your reservation and payment are accepted by the Operator at its office, and any dispute shall be governed by Oregon law and subject to the jurisdiction of Portland, Oregon. In calculating the cost of your trip, Operator has relied on your consent to these terms and in the absence of this release, the trip cost would have been higher. Operator reserves the right to substitute hotels of similar quality at any time or to make changes in itinerary of similar quality. Operator will not be responsible to any person for expense, loss of time, money or other circumstance resulting from a change in itinerary or change of tour arrangements. Operator also reserves the right to cancel a tour prior to departure, and in such cases all payments made to date will be refunded and shall constitute full settlement. If you purchase an airline ticket separately, ensure that your travel agent explains the conditions under which the ticket is issued, as the Operator assumes no responsibility for such airline ticket cancellation fees. Please understand that not all museums and attractions are open every day of the year. Operator reserves the right to vary the sequence of sightseeing and/ or to re-route the order of cities if that will enable you to visit all listed excursions. In either case, the itinerary content will be maintained to the extent possible and there are no refunds for any unused or unavailable excursions. Promotional offers subject to change. This brochure supersedes any other current brochure on the market.
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