Spain, Morocco & Portugal
14 Days
from $2,549
Tour Code: SMP
This sweeping 14-day tour offers magnificent vistas and exotic architecture, seasoned with the flavors and music of three captivating cultures! Not only will you experience the seduction of Spain and the gentle beauty of Portugal, but also a trip across the Strait of Gibraltar that will carry you to the exotic world of Morocco’s Casbah.
In Madrid, discover the astounding art of the Prado, before traveling south, past the white windmills of Don Quixote, to Andalusia. In the Moorish hilltop city of Granada, lose yourself in the ephemeral beauty of the Alhambra; on the sun-drenched Costa del Sol relax and soak in the beauty of the azure sea; and in lively Seville, sip sherry amidst the whirl of an optional Flamenco show.
Pass through stands of almond trees and cork oaks on your way to Lisbon and explore the city’s seafaring monuments and gardens.
Stay in our selection of European First Class accommodations and enjoy 19 meals including Welcome Reception with snacks, 12 Buffet Breakfasts, 2 Highlight Lunches, 4 Three-Course Dinners with tea or coffee, and 1 Farewell Dinner with wine.
To ensure a comfortable travel experience, our motor coaches 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.
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. |
Professional Tour DirectorYour tour will be conducted by the most experienced Tour Directors in the business and will be with you throughout the tour. |
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. |
Local Expert Guide: Madrid, Toledo, Cordoba, Gibraltar, Seville and LisbonLocal Expert Guides in Madrid, Toledo, Cordoba, Gibraltar, Seville and Lisbon. |
19 MealsWelcome Reception with snacks, 12 Buffet Breakfasts, 2 Highlight Lunches, 4 Three-Course Dinners with tea or coffee and 1 Farewell Dinner with wine. |
Included Tour Highlights
Visit the palatial Prado MuseumThe Prado Museum is renowned as being the largest art gallery in the world. It also exhibits sculptures, drawings, coins and other works of arts, but it is undoubtedly its large collection of paintings which has given it fame worldwide. |
Moroccan Casbah |
Madrid City TourSightseeing in the beautiful Spanish capital takes us to view the Royal Palace, Puerta del Sol and Plaza de Espana with its monument to Cervantes. |
St. Michael’s Cave & the Rock of Gibraltar
See St. Michael's Cave and the Rock of Gibraltar. |
| Sightseeing tour of Toledo |
Visit the tomb of Christopher ColumbusVisit the tomb of Christopher Columbus housed in Seville Cathedral. The coffin is borne aloft by four bronze heralds dressed in full mourning court, representing the medieval kingdoms of Spain: Castile, Leon, Aragon and Navarre. |
Mosque of the Caliphs
Visit the Mosque of the Caliphs in Cordoba. |
Lisbon City Tour |
Alhambra PalaceThe Alhambra is a true expression of the once flourishing Moorish civilization and is the finest example of its architecture in Spain. See the remains of the citadel, the so-called palace of the kings, and the quarters once used by officials. The halls and chambers surround a series of open courts, which include the Court of Lions containing arcades resting on 124 white marble columns. The interior of the building is adorned sumptuously with magnificent examples of the so-called honeycomb and stalactite vaulting; its walls and ceilings are decorated with geometric ornamentation of minute detail and intricacy, executed with surpassing skill in marble, alabaster, glazed tile, and carved plaster. |
Fatima and the Shrine of Our Lady of the RosaryVisit legendary Fatima where on May 13, 1917 the Virgin Mary is reported to have appeared to three shepherd children. Since the recognition of this apparition by the Vatican in the 1930’s, this has become one of the most important shrines in Europe and places of pilgrimage. You will admire the 213 foot high tower crested by a bronze crown and crystal cross and have time to enjoy this peaceful, holy place and shop for religious souvenirs. |
Explore & Discover
Explore & Discover events are the hands-on, more in-depth experiences that make your trip unique and unforgettable.
Explore & Discover™ Olive Mill Visit & Home Hosted LunchDay 6 - Olive Mill Visit & Home Hosted Lunch |
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.
Madrid – Fountains, Plazas & DinnerThis evening’s program includes a relaxing tour through the elegant new district of the city with its wide, tree-lined avenues and decorative fountains. Later, we join the locals at the Plaza Mayor for some “people-watching” before our included dinner in the old quarter of the city, drinks included. |
Seville – Flamenco Show and DrinkThis evening, enjoy the true spirit of Spain as we watch a spectacular and colorful Flamenco show. Drink included. |
Madrid – Royal Palace & West ParkDon’t miss this unique opportunity to visit and enjoy one of the best-preserved palaces in Europe. King Juan Carlos’ ancestors lived there for 200 years. We shall see the Royal Apartments, the Royal Pharmacy, Banqueting Hall and the Throne Room still in use today for special occasions. Marvel at the furniture, clocks, paintings and tapestries. We will also visit the beautiful Parque del Oeste (West Park) affording magnificent views of the city. |
Seville – Contrasts of Seville & Tapas DinnerSurprise yourself with Seville architecture’s striking contrasts. Enjoy the Roman wall and the avant-garde bridges, the Moorish watch tower and the opera house, the bullring and Eiffel’s marketplace... Then we do as the Spaniards do and enjoy tapas, small portions of different local specialties at a typical "bodega". Wine is included of course! |
Granada – Albaicin, La Cartuja & Royal ChapelThis afternoon, a unique opportunity to enjoy the quaint atmosphere of the old Moorish quarter with magnificent views of the Sierra Nevada mountains. A short visit to the 400-year old La Cartuja monastery and the Royal Chapel where Ferdinand and Isabella, the Catholic kings are buried, will complete the best of Granada’s monumental sights. |
Lisbon – Sintra, Cascais & EstorilFirst, we enjoy a scenic drive along the river Tagus and the Atlantic coast to view the Moorish-influenced Sintra palace, summer haven for monarchs since the 15th century. Next, we travel to seaside Cascais with the atmosphere of a traditional fishing village before returning to Lisbon via the fashionable resort city of Estoril, whose popular casino makes it the social center of this “Coast of Kings.” |
Costa del Sol – Malaga TourA short drive takes you into this beautiful Mediterranean city, where a short stop at the tip of its famous port provides a striking view of the waterfront districts. Then from the 400ft. high Gibralfaro hill and its old castle, enjoy a bird’s-eye view of Malaga bay. Downtown, an interesting walking tour takes you to view the Roman theatre ruins and the Cathedral. Round it all off with a tasting of the famed Malaga wine. |
Lisbon - Fado EveningSavor dinner in a typical Portuguese nightspot, specializing in beautiful and haunting Fado melodies. Wine included. |
Costa del Sol – Mijas Excursion with DinnerMijas is one of the most charming and characteristic hilltop villages in Andalusia. Offering panoramic views of the Mediterranean coast, Mijas is a step back in time with its quaint whitewashed houses, unique “square” bullring and unusual donkey taxi service. There will also be free time to take advantage of this shopper’s paradise. We shall enjoy a typical dinner of specialties in a characteristic restaurant. |
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.
DAY 1 USA - Madrid

VIP Door-to-Door Transfer to your local airport for your overnight flight to Madrid.
DAY 2 Arrive Madrid

Welcome to Madrid. On arrival
at Madrid Airport, your airport
transfer leaves for the tour hotel
at 09:00, 11:00, 13:30 and 16:00.
This
evening enjoy a Welcome Reception
with time to relax and explore.
Welcome Reception Included
DAY 3 Madrid

Our morning sightseeing tour
takes us to view the Royal Palace,
Puerta del Sol and Plaza de España
with its monument to Cervantes,
the writer of Don Quixote. Then,
on to a highlight visit to the palatial
Prado Museum, one of the
world’s greatest art galleries with
works by El Greco, Velazquez,
Goya and Italian and Dutch masters.
Your afternoon is at leisure.
Buffet Breakfast Included
DAY 4 Madrid - Toledo - Cordoba

This morning we head south to
Spain’s former capital, the Roman-founded
Toledo, majestically located
on a granite hill. Our sightseeing
tour of this World Heritage
Historic City, with our resident
local expert, views the 13th century
Gothic Cathedral and visits
Santa Maria La Blanca Synagogue,
one of the oldest synagogue buildings
in Europe, and Santo Tome
Church, home to El Greco’s most
famous painting. Continue south
through the rugged landscapes of
Don Quixote’s La Mancha with its
characteristic white windmills to
the Andalusian city of Cordoba.
Buffet Breakfast and Dinner Included
DAY 5 Cordoba - Granada

Cordoba, situated in the fertile
valley of the River Guadalquivir,
has an extensive array of
architectural monuments built
by the Romans, the Moors and
early Christians. Our sightseeing
tour visits the magnificent 8th
century Mosque of the Caliphs,
famous for its 850 pillars of
porphyry, marble and jasper.
Then, travel through the endless
Andalusian olive groves on our way to Moorish hilltop Granada
with its spectacular views of
the surrounding Sierra Nevada
Mountains.
Buffet Breakfast and Dinner Included
DAY 6 Granada - Costa del Sol (Hidden Spain Excursion Included)

This morning features a highlight
visit to the famed Alhambra:
to pass through its gates is to
enter an Arabian Night’s dream!
A fantasy of “lace in stone”, surrounded
by arabesque gardens and
fountains, the Alhambra accords
superb views of the Old Quarter
and Sacromonte, a mountain
occupied by Gypsy cave dwellers.
Then, we travel south to the
vibrant Costa del Sol for a leisurely
3-night stay. On the way, we visit a
working rural olive mill. Taste the
various oils and join the locals at
the village square for an Andalusian
home-hosted lunch as part of
our Explore & Discover™ series.
Buffet Breakfast, Highlight Lunch and Dinner Included
DAY 7 Costa del Sol (Morocco Excursion Included)

An exciting morning drive brings
us to Algeciras for the ferry across
the Strait of Gibraltar where the
Atlantic meets the Mediterranean.
Once in Morocco you will dive
into a true journey through the
past, experience the Medina and
enjoy a Moroccan feast with local
entertainment before returning to
Spain this evening.
Buffet Breakfast and Highlight Lunch Included
DAY 8 Costa del Sol - Free Day

A whole day to relax by the blue
Mediterranean waters, stroll along
the beach front or even take an
optional trip into the hills to visit
the quaint white-washed village
of Mijas.
Buffet Breakfast Included
DAY 9 Costa del Sol - Gibraltar - Seville

A short drive takes us to the British
city of Gibraltar, where we
tour the famed Rock, visit St. Michael’s
Cave and see the Barbary
Apes! After free time downtown,
we return to Spain and continue
through bull-breeding farms and
the vineyards of Jerez, home of
sherry, to a pleasant two-night stay
in Seville, Andalusia’s most beautiful
city. Tonight, experience an optional
authentic Andalusian fiery
Flamenco show.
Buffet Breakfast and Dinner Included
DAY 10 Seville

Our morning sightseeing takes
us back in time as we observe 800
years of influence by the Moors.
After admiring Maria
Luisa Park, with its
spectacular Plaza de
España, we view the
Alcazar Palace, walk
through the old district
of Santa Cruz and visit
the world’s largest gothic
Cathedral, where we’ll
see the impressive tomb
of Columbus. Enjoy
an afternoon at leisure.
Buffet Breakfast Included
DAY 11 Seville - Lisbon

Across the border and into the Algarve,
this relaxing morning drive
takes us through the cork-oak forests
of Alentejo, also known as Portugal’s
granary, into Lisbon, the beautiful
Portuguese capital city.
Buffet Breakfast Included
DAY 12 Lisbon

Our morning sightseeing tour
stops at the Monument of the
Discoveries, the Tower of Belem
perched on the banks of the Tagus,
and visits the Hieronymite Monastery,
where we will see the tomb
of Vasco da Gama. From this city
many navigators set sail, and we
will hear about Magellan, Dias
and Henry as we tour this exciting
Portuguese capital. The old Alfama
district and the Liberdade treelined
boulevard, with its beautiful
mosaic sidewalks, as well as Rossio and Commerce squares are
also part of our program. In the
afternoon, plenty of time to enjoy
an optional tour to the village of
Sintra and the pretty harbor of
Cascais.
Buffet Breakfast Included
DAY 13 Lisbon (Fatima Excursion Included)

Enjoy a morning excursion to Fátima,
the famed Portuguese Shrine
and pilgrimage center, where we
admire the Basilica of Our Lady
of the Rosary. The afternoon is at
leisure. Tonight, we say our goodbyes
to our newfound friends during
an included Highlight Farewell
Dinner at a local restaurant.
Buffet Breakfast and Farewell Dinner Included
DAY 14 Lisbon - USA

It’s “Hasta la vista” or “Adeus” to
Iberia as we are transferred to
the airport for our return flight
home! Departure transfers arrive
at Lisbon Airport at 06:30 &
08:30.
Buffet Breakfast Included
of $400 per couple when you book by
February 10, 2012.
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Departure Details
Departures are available from November 2011 through October 2012.
November 2011 departures through March 2012 departures operate the 2011 itinerary. Call for details.
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 $710
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.
Day |
City |
Hotel |
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Hesperia Emperatriz
First Class Hesperia Emperatriz Location: 4-star hotel centrally located in the commercial district of Madrid. Hotel Amenities
Location: 4-star hotel centrally located in the commercial district of Madrid. |
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| 4 | Cordoba | Macia Alfaros | |||||||||||||||||||
Macia Alfaros
Macia Alfaros Location: Situated in the heart of Cordoba, the Hotel Macia Alfaros is close to the Plaza de la Corredera and Cordoba Mezquita. Hotel Amenities
In-Room Amenities
Location: Situated in the heart of Cordoba, the Hotel Macia Alfaros is close to the Plaza de la Corredera and Cordoba Mezquita. |
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| 5 | Granada | Hotel Alhamar | |||||||||||||||||||
Hotel Alhamar
First Class Hotel Alhamar Location: Brand new 4 star hotel located in the commercial center, 3km from the old town and within a km of Lorca Park. Hotel Amenities
In-Room Amenities
Location: Brand new 4 star hotel located in the commercial center, 3km from the old town and within a km of Lorca Park. |
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| 6-8 | Costa Del Sol | Melia Costa del Sol | |||||||||||||||||||
Melia Costa del Sol
First Class Melia Costa del Sol Location: The Melia Costa del Sol hotel is situated on the privileged landmark of Playa de Bajondillo, right on the sea front. 10 min walking from the shopping area of Torremolinos and 5 min using the lift Hotel Amenities
In-Room Amenities
Location: The Melia Costa del Sol hotel is situated on the privileged landmark of Playa de Bajondillo, right on the sea front. 10 min walking from the shopping area of Torremolinos and 5 min using the lift |
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Hesperia Lebreros
Hesperia Lebreros Location: The four star Hesperia Lebreros is one of Sevillas classic hotels, ideally located near one of the city’s main shopping areas and five minutes from the historic center. Hotel Amenities
Location: The four star Hesperia Lebreros is one of Sevillas classic hotels, ideally located near one of the city’s main shopping areas and five minutes from the historic center. |
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Corinthia Alfa Hotel Lisbon
Corinthia Alfa Hotel Lisbon Location: Stylish hotel located in the centre of Lisbon’s financial district overlooking the 18th century Aqueduct & Monsanto Nature Park. Only steps from public transport to get you to the historic city center. Hotel Amenities
In-Room Amenities
Location: Stylish hotel located in the centre of Lisbon’s financial district overlooking the 18th century Aqueduct & Monsanto Nature Park. Only steps from public transport to get you to the historic city center. |
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Travel Tools
Terms and Conditions
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.
Airline Tickets Issued by Grand EuropeanTours:
The following charges apply for cancellations or changes to airline arrangements made by Grand European Tours: • Prior to Airline Ticketing: service fee of $50 per person • After Airline Ticketing: service fee of $75 per person plus any airline imposed penalties which may be up to 100% of the airline ticket value.
DOT Advisory:
The Department of Transportation requires us to inform you of the following conditions. The package price is subject to change as a result of increases in fuel surcharges and/or government taxes until it has been paid in full. You must consent to the possibility that, until you pay for your package in full, your price could go up. Once you have paid in full we would only pass along increases in government taxes if applicable at that time. You have 7 days from receipt of the first invoice to revoke your consent and request a refund, at which time we would cancel your booking.
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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