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EuropE at a glance

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Very few places in the world can recreate the timeless splendour of Europe – a historical, cultural and geographical continent which holds most of the must-see countries of the world. From North to South, this mass of culture keeps on surprising and mystifying with its wealth of sights, sounds, peoples and parties. Be prepared for the most enchanting and exciting trip of a lifetime as you take a journey to a part of the earth that never ceases to amaze!

Europe has a startling wealth of history. You’ll be astonished to experience the intertwining of ancient and modern that Europe presents visitors with at every turn. The origins of democracy were founded in Athens and the Napoleonic grandeur of Paris. Yet you’ll also encounter the less-expected sites such as the timeless Romantic Road of Bavaria, Germany and the grand Alps of France, Switzerland and Italy.

Europe today is a continent more united than ever, with the European Union (EU) stretching from the Arctic to the top of Africa, and a single currency now used in the majority of European states. The centuries of history behind these countries have brought unique cultural values and traditions. There are very few places where you can pass through so many countries in such a short span of time and witness the striking differences between each one!

The vast frontier of Canada is a land of windswept prairies, towering mountains, fields of glaciers, pristine lakes and rocky coastlines. Filled with diverse wildlife such as wolves, moose, bears, eagles and other animals, the Canadian landscape is one of great natural beauty and provides ample opportunity for outdoor sports such as hiking, canoeing, fishing, skiing, snowmobiling, and even dog sledding.

While the image of Canada in most people’s minds is one of untouched wilderness, Canada’s cities are just as colourful. Whether you’d like to attend a rodeo in Calgary, marvel at the museums in Ottawa, browse the restaurants and art galleries of Toronto’s Distillery District, or have a picnic in Vancouver’s Stanley Park, the cosmopolitan cities spread across Canada offer a range of attractions that will please any traveller.

In the words of Canada Tourism: ‘Getting a first-hand experience of Canadian culture helps travellers understand where our country comes from and where it’s heading. Welcoming travellers with open arms gives them the sense of connection they crave—and those authentic, meaningful moments keep them coming back’. We couldn’t agree more.

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CoaCh Touring & Self Drive

‘holidays on location’ has built its reputation on

offering quality, value-for-money travel arrangements

for the individual traveller. So, why have we now

published a brochure full of group coach touring?

Well, we believe that the truly independent traveller

can make use of specialised tours to ‘fill in the gaps’.

Much as you would take a city coach tour to get your bearings when first in a strange city, a group tour of a specific region(s) can give you the same overview of what’s on offer. The understanding gained of a particular area on a guided coach tour would be difficult to replicate without extensive local knowledge and linguistic skills.

Having spent a night or two at a particularly enchanting spot, it’s only natural that you would immediately start planning your return, but this time to stay a week and explore the surrounding area at your leisure. The group departures in this brochure offer extensive touring in a single country, exploring its various regions at length.

Group tours offer many advantages to those of us who want a more relaxed touring experience. To have your transport, hotel and sightseeing organised and your particular needs looked after by your driver and/or guide – not to mention your baggage – can be a most satisfying feeling.

As for meals, tours generally include breakfasts and there is usually a welcome dinner and farewell dinner with lunches at your own expense. This means that you have ample time to enjoy meals at leisure in your own company or with people with whom you have taken up with. You can do as much or as little as you want.

Of course, if you elect not to take part in a particular event on a day, it’s your choice! So, we hope that if you haven’t previously considered a specialised group tour, the foregoing may serve to help you make up your mind that these tours are not about rigid schedules like that much clichéd ‘if it’s Tuesday it must be …’ Far from it. If it’s Tuesday it must be my free day to relax by the pool bar or perhaps a little retail therapy beforehand.

However, there are times when a hire car really can be, by far, the better and more leisurely transport solution. We think this is the case with the six programs we developed especially for the self-drive enthusiast. Germany’s Romantic Road; Britain’s Devon and Cornwall and Historical England and Wales; and the three Canadian itineraries are all good examples of a leisurely approach to discovering a regions charm.

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• City Packages & Accommodation

• Christmas Market Tours

• Unique Regions of Germany

• Independent Coach Tours

• Day Touring Options

• German Theme Parks

• Self-drive Tours

• Cycling Tours

Neuschwanstein Castle ©GNTBLondon Telephone Box © Visit Britain Eiffel Tower, Paris

• British Escorted Coach Tours

• Irish Escorted Coach Tours

• London City Packages

• Edinburgh Military Tattoo

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• London Day Touring Options

• Edinburgh Day Touring Options

• Glasgow Day Touring Options

• Britrail Passes and Tickets

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• Swiss City Packages

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• Cycling Tours

• Hiking Tours


• Swiss Passes & Tickets

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• City Packages

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• Canadian Passes and Tickets

• Wild Canada Adventure

• Calgary Stampede

• Rocky Mountaineer

• Escorted Coach Touring

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irElandEscortEd coach tours 16-23taste of scotland & ireland | 11D-10N | Departs Glasgow 16-17irish adventure | 8D-7N | Departs Dublin 18irish pub & folk | 8D-7N | Departs Dublin 19irish classic | 12D-11N | Departs Dublin 20-21irish spirit | 8D-7N | Departs Dublin 22taste of ireland | 7D-6N | Departs Dublin 23

scotlanddaY tours 9-10ExtEndEd tours 11-12loch ness, inverness & the highlands | 2D-1N | Departs Edinburgh or Glasgow 11the lowlands, northern highlands, the West coast & skye 5D-4N | Departs Edinburgh or Glasgow 11skye, orkney, loch ness & the highlands | 7D-6N | Departs Edinburgh 12EscortEd coach tours 13-27scottish dream | 8D-7N | Departs Glasgow 13scottish isles and Glens | 13D-12N | Departs Glasgow 14-15taste of scotland & ireland | 11D-10N | Departs Glasgow 16-17

sWitzErland EscortEd coach tours 43-49romantic swiss tour | 2D-1N | Departs Zurich 43typical swiss tour | 4D-3N | Departs Geneva 43charming swiss tour | 4D-3N | Departs Zurich 44swiss panorama tour | 6D-5N | Departs Geneva 44swiss Grand alpine tour with Jungfraujoch | 7D-6N | Departs Zurich 45swiss charming tour with Jungfraujoch | 5D-4N | Departs Zurich 46swiss Grand alpine tour with Glacier Express | 6D-5N | Departs Zurich 47swiss splendour tour with Glacier Express | 7D-6N | Departs Geneva 48scenic swiss tour | 8D-7N | Departs Zurich 49Pre and Post Tour Accommodation 49

turKEY EscortEd coach tours 51-55Western turkey | 8D-7N | Departs Istanbul 51taste of turkey | 10D-9N | Departs Istanbul 51classics of turkey | 11D-10N | Departs Istanbul 52Glories of turkey | 14D-13N | Departs Istanbul 53authentic adventure | 12D-11N | Departs Istanbul 54-55

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BooKinG conditions 70-71

Holidays on Location is part of a family-owned business specialising in individual and group travel to destinations throughout the world.

hotEl fEaturE sYMBolsAir-conditioned roomsFacilities for disabled personsLocated close to a railway station

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BritainEscortEd coach tours 24-29heart of Wales & England | 8D-7N | Departs London 24the Best of Britain | 9D-8N | Departs London Heathrow 25British & irish Grandeur | 14D-13N | Departs London 26-27sElf-drivE tours 28-29devon & cornwall | 9D-8N | Departs London 28historical England & Wales | 10D-9N | Departs Bath 29

canadaindEpEndEnt coach tours 57-61pacific coast Experience | 6D-5N | Departs Vancouver 57discover city, sea & sky | 7D-6N | Departs Vancouver 58alpine coach Experience | 4D-3N | Departs Vancouver 59Garden, Grapes & Glaciers | 2D-1N | Departs Calgary 59Mountains, Waterfalls & Wines | 8D-7N | Departs Calgary 60Exploring atlantic canada | 13D-12N | Departs Halifax 61sElf-drivE tours 62-65totem circle | 15D-14N | Departs Vancouver 62-63ranches, Wines & Bed & Breakfast | 7D-6N | Departs Kelowna 64Quebec countryside & cities | 8D-7N | Departs Montréal 65

francEExtEndEd tours 31-33paris & Mont saint-Michel | 3D-2N | Departs Paris 31Mont saint-Michel & loire valley castles | 2D-1N | Departs Paris 31loire valley castles | 2D-1N | Departs Paris 32normandy / saint-Malo & Mont saint-Michel | 2D-1N | Departs Paris 32Mont saint-Michel & loire valley castles | 3D-2N | Departs Paris 33normandy / saint-Malo / Mont saint-Michel & loire valley castles | 4D-3N 33

GErManY EscortEd coach tours 35-39luther, Berlin & the fairy tale road | 8D-7N | Departs Frankfurt 35romantic Germany | 7D-6N | Departs Frankfurt 36christmas delight | 4D-3N | Departs Frankfurt 38festive christmas Markets | 7D-6N | Departs Frankfurt 39christmas fantasy | 11D-10N | Departs Frankfurt 39indEpEndEnt coach tours 40-41romantic road & rothenburg | 2D-1N | Departs Frankfurt 40three castles tour | 2D-1N | Departs Frankfurt 40augsburg & royal castles | 4D-3N | Departs Frankfurt 41heidelberg & royal castles | 5D-4N | Departs Frankfurt 41sElf-drivE tour 37romantic road | 5D-4N | Departs Frankfurt 37

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Images from left to right: front cover: Fulking, England; Back cover: Château Frontenac, Quebec

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irElandOne hundred thousand welcomes!Ireland is a country steeped in history and culture, where folklore is a part of everyday life. Indulge yourself in breathtaking landscapes, beautiful coastal beaches, the unique atmosphere, quaint Irish villages and be charmed by the locals, who will always have the time for a friendly wave or chat.

tHE BritisH islEsThe British Isles are a group of islands off the northwest coast of continental Europe that include the islands of Great Britain, Ireland and over six thousand smaller isles. There are two sovereign states located on the islands: Ireland (sometimes called the Republic of Ireland) and the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland (commonly known as the United Kingdom).

Left to right: London Bus passing Big Ben; Bagpiper at Urquhart Castle, Scotland; Millennium Centre, Wales; Trinity College, Dublin

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scotland The Land of Thistle & Heather Scotland is a haven of purity, beauty, wilderness and romance. Its ruggedness, honesty and authenticity makes it one of the most interesting countries in the world. This evocative nature coupled with the buzzing world of film, celebrity, challenge, adventure and reality makes Scotland a must-see country.

England England is the lifeblood of Great Britain and has had a huge impact on the history of the world. All the regions of England are easily accessible from London, famous for its history, culture and pageantry. With its pomp and ceremony, wonderful idiosyncrasies and vibrant diversity, today’s England is friendly, welcoming, fascinating and fun.

nortHErn irElandNorthern Ireland is a land of immense variety, with wave-swept coastal drives, hazy mountains, vast open moorland, loughs and glassy lakes, heavy with fish. There are intriguing towns and villages tucked away, cosmopolitan cities, each with their own history and culture. Compact and accessible, it’s a region you can tour at your own pace.

WalEs With dramatic mountains, tumbling rivers, green valleys and Europe’s largest concentrations of medieval fortresses, it is a real gem. The Welsh have a unique culture, language and heritage distinguish them from the English. Although best-known for their unpronounceable place names, roaring men’s choirs and fierce Rugby teams - this is a friendly and hospitable nation.

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Useful Information

Location/Time Zone: Coordinated Universal Time (UTC) is the same time as Greenwich Mean Time (GMT)

Population of Britain: (2009)59,755,700England: 49,997,100 Scotland: 5,114,600 Wales: 2,946,200Northern Ireland: 1,697,800Ireland: 4,400,000

National Capital: LondonIreland Capital: Dublin

Land Area of Britain: 242,000 sq.km

Currency: Pound (UK) Euro (Republic of Ireland)

UK Languages: EnglishIreland Languages: Irish, English

International dialling code: +44 (UK) +353 (Ireland)Source: Wikipedia: Date access Jan 2010

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Prices are per person in Australian Dollars and are subject to currency fluctuation. Rates not valid during certain trade congress meetings.

*Child = 3 years to 15 years

rosslyn chapel, dunfermline & stirling castle adult child/senior*

Prices From 78 72

Departs Edinburgh: Tue / Thu / Fri (4 Apr - 31 Oct 2014) at 9:00 a.m., Tour returns approx. 5:30 p.m.

*Child = 3-15 years, Seniors = 60+

loch ness, Glen coe & the highlands adult child/senior*

Prices From 94 84

Departs Edinburgh: Daily (7 Apr- 31 Oct 2014) at 8:00 a.m., Tour returns approx. 7:30 p m.


stirling castle, loch lomond & Glengoyne adult child/senior*

Prices From 94 78

Departs Edinburgh: Daily (4 Apr - 31 Oct 2014) at 9:15 a m., Tour returns approx. 6:00 p.m.


loCh neSS, glen Coe & The highlanDS departs Edinburgh

STirling CaSTle, loCh loMonD & glengoyne departs Edinburgh

roSSlyn ChaPel, DunferMline & STirling CaSTledeparts Edinburgh

Board your waiting motorcoach and get ready for a day of adventure. As you head towards the Highlands you’ll see the amazing Forth Railway Bridge. Then try some delicious home baking in the Highland town of Pitlochry.Enjoy the stunning scenery as you travel through the spectacular and unique wilderness of the Cairngorms National Park. Loch Ness is justly famous all over the world for its beauty and mystery. We stop here for lunch and you’ll have ample time for some delicious food and a thrilling ‘monster spotting’ trip out on the waters of the loch~.~Optional extra - subject to seasonal availability.

As you drive north out of Edinburgh you’ll be amazed by the engineering miracle of the Forth Railway Bridge. Then, as you are travelling through Stirlingshire, your guide will bring to life the turbulent times of William Wallace - dramatised in the film ‘Braveheart’ - and explain his link to the countryside you’re passing through. We’ll stop at the beautiful city of Stirling, site of the Wallace Monument. You’ll have ample time to explore Stirling castle^ or stroll through the beautiful and ancient streets that surround it.

The tour starts with a modern marvel, the Forth Railway Bridge. As you cross into Fife your guide will tell you about the heroes of Scotland’s past who battled in this ancient kingdom.

Your first stop is the town of Dunfermline. Walk down the beautiful nave of Dunfermline Abbey^, the final resting place of Robert the Bruce, who battled for Scotland’s right to be a nation. Into Stirlingshire you will have a brief stop at the city of Stirling, site of the monument of Scottish hero William Wallace (whose life was dramatised in the film ‘Braveheart’). You’ll have time to stroll through the ancient streets that surround it. There is also the chance to explore the Stirling castle^.

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Glen Coe is broodingly beautiful and steeped in history! As you stand at the mouth of the glen, you’ll feel the past come to life as our guide tells you about the terrible massacre of the MacDonald Clan.

Take in the view along the Duke’s Pass. The route takes you through the spectacular pass which offers breathtaking views to the peaks of the stunning Trossach Mountains and carries you past some of Scotland’s most picturesque lochs.

Your lunchtime stop is by Loch Lomond. Why not try lunch at a traditional pub built out of a 300-year-old oak tree and then walk the shores of Britain’s largest expanse of fresh water? The journey home holds one last treat. You’ll have the chance to visit one of Scotland’s most beautiful distilleries and get a taste of the true spirit of the country - a Highland Malt Whisky^.^Optional Extras

From Stirling, head to Bannockburn, the battlefield where Robert the Bruce routed the English in 1314.

The tour finishes with a historical mystery at Rosslyn Chapel̂ , made famous in Dan Brown’s novel, ‘The Da Vinci Code’. Is this the resting place of the Holy Grail? No one really knows, but you’ll love the chapel and the beautiful walk you can take through Roslin Glen and the ruins of Rosslyn Castle.^Optional extras

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Apprentice Pillar, Rosslyn Chapel ©Rosslyn Templars

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Left: Highland Games celebrations, Braemar; Right: Urquhart Castle on Loch Ness

The route home takes you past the beautiful city of Stirling and you’ll be able to see its stunning castle and learn more about the exploits of William Wallace that were dramatised in the film Braveheart.

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Departs Edinburgh: Sat / Sun (4 Apr - 31 Oct 14) at 9:00 a.m., Tour returns approx. 6:00 p.m.


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Glasgow: Departs 9:15 a.m., Returns: 6:00 p.m. 78 72

Edinburgh: Departs 8:00 a.m. Returns 7:30 p.m. 90 84

Departs Edinburgh & Glasgow: Mon / Fri / Sat / Sun (4 Apr - 31 Oct 2014)


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The BlaCk iSle, CaiThneSS, John o’groaTS & DunCanSBy heaD departs inverness

Today drive to Fife crossing the Firth of Forth - there will be a chance to take a photo of famous Forth Railway Bridge.

St Andrews is the star attraction of this tour. As the spiritual home of golf, it is a must-see for all devotees of the game, but it also boasts a stunning beach, great cafes and shops, a beautiful university and an ancient cathedral.

Travel west to Falkland and there will be some time to walk round this beautiful village with its unique craft shops and houses. There is an option of visiting the Palace~, which has the oldest tennis courts in use anywhere in the world!~Optional extra - subject to seasonal availability.

Depart Edinburgh and head through Scotland’s bustling central belt to show you Scotland’s largest city, Glasgow. Then it’s on to Loch Lomond (the largest expanse of fresh water in the country) where you will stop off at the conservation village of Luss for coffee and sightseeing.

Head deep into the Highlands, passing through breathtaking scenery (including views along Loch Awe, the longest in Scotland). The countryside here is rich with history. Pass haunting Kilchurn Castle (historically a stronghold of the Campbell Clan) and the Pass of Brander (where Robert the Bruce had a notable victory).

Depart Inverness and head across the beautiful Black Isle to the Cromarty Firth. Driving through this beautiful landscape, there will be a chance to learn about the history of the region, including the story of the First Duke of Sutherland, whose agents were involved in the most-notorious of the Highland clearances in the 19th Century!

the Black isle, caithness, John o’Groats & duncansby head adult child/senior*

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Departs Inverness: Tue / Thu (4 Apr - 31 Oct 14) at 8:15 a.m., Tour returns approx. 7:30 p.m.


Continue to the East Neuk. This is an often forgotten corner of Fife that has some particularly-beautiful historic fishing villages and coastal scenery.

To finish, stop at Anstruther and have the chance to experience an award-winning ‘fish supper’~ (as it’s known to true Scots). Return home full of good food and good memories.~Optional extra - subject to seasonal availability.

Continue to Oban where there will be time to explore this Victorian seaside town. Climb up to McCaig’s Tower, take in the views to the Isles of Mull and Kerrera and try some of the freshest seafood you’ll ever have tasted!

On the way back to Edinburgh, visit the seat of the Campbell Clan at Inveraray, where there will be a stop to enjoy an ice-cream, homemade sweets, cakes and coffee while drinking in the beauty of Loch Fyne.* Meals not included

Travel through the brooding and magnificent landscape of Caithness. This is a beautiful place full of amazing scenery and some of Scotland’s most fascinating and rare wildlife! At lunchtime, enjoy a coastal stop at one of the region’s picturesque harbours. There will be the chance to learn about the region’s traditional herring fishing industry.

Falkland Palace © Visit Britain

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Left: National Wallace Monument, Stirling; Right: Kilchurn Castle, near Argyll and Bute

After lunch continue to John O’Groats where the will be more photo opportunities. Stroll along the cliff-top path at Duncansby Head and take in the dramatic views of sea stacks and the sea itself. Duncansby is rich in birdlife including guillemot, kittiwakes and, its most-famous residents, puffins (until late July). There are binoculars available on-board our mini-coach for a chance for a “close-up” view. After visiting Duncansby, continue southward to Inverness travelling through some breathtaking scenery.

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day 4 | castles, Mountains & loch nessDepart Skye for the beautiful Eilean Donan Castle^. Drive past the spectacular Torridon Mountains and through the stunning scenery of Glen Affric! Stroll up to a waterfall, surrounded by ancient Caledonian Forest. Then it’s on to your bed, near the fabled shores of Loch Ness. Overnight Drumnadrochit.^Optional extra

day 5 | Monster hunting, historic Battlefields and homeToday there is time to explore Loch Ness! Why not take a boat tour over to Urquhart Castle^, visit the Loch Ness 2000 Exhibition^, or just monster hunt from the shore?

Head south and have the chance to visit the battlefield of Culloden^, the site of the defeat of the Jacobite forces. En-route, pass the stunning Cairngorm Mountains and be able to explore the picturesque town of Pitlochry before arriving back in Edinburgh and Glasgow.^Optional extra

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Travelling together from Stirling, continue the tour with a woodland walk in the Highlands at Dunkeld. Experience the breathtaking Drumochter Pass, past the stunning peaks of the Cairngorm National Park and visit Culloden~, last stand of the Jacobites against the British government forces. Sleep by the Shores of Loch Ness. The first day ends at Drumnadrochit, a beautiful welcoming village on the banks of Loch Ness!Overnight Drumnadrochit.~Optional extra - subject to seasonal availability.

day 2 | high hills and historyTravel through the haunting landscape of Glen Coe (scene of the terrible massacre of the MacDonald Clan) past Ben Nevis (Britain’s tallest peak) and on, over the sea, to the magical Isle of Skye! Overnight Kyleakin.

day 3 | Explore skyeExplore Skye’s mysteries and landscape. Here the mountains and beaches beckon, so lose yourself amongst the spectacular scenery of the Cuillin Mountains, the slanting hills of Quiraing and the incredible Trotternish Peninsula! Overnight Kyleakin.

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The lowlanDS, norThern highlanDS, The weST CoaST & Skyedeparts Edinburgh or Glasgow | 5 days - 4 nights

day 1 | head into the highlandsFrom Edinburgh: Leaving the capital behind, travel to Stirling to join with your fellow travellers. From Glasgow: Head towards Stirling to join the other travellers from Edinburgh.

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Glasgow: Departs 9:45 a.m., Returns: 5:45 p.m. 290 320 360 379

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Departs Mondays (7 Apr - 31 Oct 14)Edinburgh: Departs 8:30 a.m. Returns 7:00 p.m. Glasgow: Departs 9:45 a m., Returns: 5:30 p m.

day 1 | trossachs to obanThis wide-ranging tour starts by heading west through the beautiful scenery of Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park to Kilmartin Glen. Here you’ll explore Scotland’s ancient past. Walk in the footsteps of the first Scots at Dunadd Hill Fort and the Temple Wood Stone Circle. Then it’s on to the picturesque seaside town of Oban. Overnight Oban.

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Bagpiper wearing Traditional Highland costume©British Tourist Authority

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Left: Urquhart Castle; Right: Trossachs National Park

Quiraing, Isle of Skye ©Stefan Krause

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day 2 | Go Monster huntingAfter a delicious Scottish breakfast, explore the loch. Why not take a boat tour over to Urquhart Castle~, visit the Loch Ness 2000 Exhibition~, or just monster hunt from the shore? As you travel south, take in the majestic sweep of the Great Glen and the stunning heights of Ben Nevis, Britain’s highest mountain.

Then visit Glen Coe and feel the past come-to-life as your guide describes the terrible massacre of the MacDonald Clan. The route home travels past the beautiful city of Stirling and its stunning castle to learn more about the exploits of William Wallace - the Scottish hero brought to life in the film ‘Braveheart’. Return to either Edinburgh or Glasgow.~Optional extra - subject to seasonal availability.

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Departure dates: 7 April - 31 October 2014

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day 1 | trossachs to obanThis wide-ranging Highland and Islands tour starts by heading west through the beautiful scenery of Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park to Kilmartin Glen. Here you’ll be able to explore Scotland’s ancient past. With over 5,000 years of history laid-out before you, you’ll be able to walk in the footsteps of the first Scots at Dunadd Hill Fort and the Temple Wood Stone Circle. Overnight Oban.

day 2 | high hills and historyToday the tour takes you through the haunting landscape of Glen Coe (scene of the terrible massacre of the MacDonald Clan), past Ben Nevis (Britain’s tallest peak) and on, over the sea, to the magical Isle of Skye. Overnight Kyleakin.

day 3 | skyeToday you’ll have the whole of the day to explore Skye’s beautiful landscape! Here the mountains and beaches beckon, so lose yourself amongst the spectacular scenery of the Cuillin Mountains, the slanting hills of Quiraing and the incredible Trotternish Peninsula. Overnight Kyleakin.

day 4 | castles, Mountains & loch nessOnce you leave Skye the first stop is a visit to idyllic Eilean Donan Castle*. You then drive past the spectacular Torridon Mountains and through the stunning scenery. Here you can stroll up to a beautiful waterfall, surrounded by ancient Caledonian Forest. Then it’s on to your bed, near the fabled shores of Loch Ness. Overnight Drumnadrochit.

day 5 | orkney islesToday head north via Inverness and the spectacular coastal scenery of the Moray and Cromarty Firths. Board the ferry for the memorable trip to the mysterious and magical Orkney Isles. Once you arrive you can take-in the stunning scenery and start exploring. You’ll visit the beautiful Italian Chapel, which was built by Italian prisoners of war. You’ll also see the famous Churchill Barriers – causeways that were constructed to protect the British naval fleet from submarines. Overnight Kirkwall.

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day 6 | ancient history of the islesFrom your base in Kirkwall, which boasts many craft and gift shops to enjoy, you’ll spend the whole day exploring the islands. This is a land full of ancient history and you’ll be able to take in prehistoric marvels such as the Maeshowe* chambered cairn, the world-famous Neolithic village of Skara Brae* and the brooding stone circles of Stenness and the Ring o’Brodgar. The finishes with a visit to beautiful St. Magnus Cathedral. Overnight Kirkwall.

day 7 | home via inverness, culloden and the cairngorms.Today start with an early ferry ride back to the mainland. You’ll get the chance to take in Inverness, the capital of the Highlands. As we head home, you’ll be able to visit the battlefield of Culloden*, the site of the defeat of the Jacobite forces. You’ll also pass the stunning Cairngorm Mountains and explore the picturesque town of Pitlochry.*Optional extras

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Left-to-right: Trossarchs National Park; Village of Kirkwall

HomEcominG Scotland 2014In 2014 Scotland welcomes the world to join in the exciting Year of Homecoming. In addition to the Commonwealth Games and Ryder Cup, there's our year-long pro-gramme of events and activities to showcase all that's great about Scotland; mouth-watering food & drink events, lots to get you active in our great outdoors plus spec-tacular arts, cultural and ancestral heritage to explore. Whenever you come and wherever you visit, you’ll be very welcome so join us and be part of Homecoming Scotland 2014!

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coach throughout• Services of a professional

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First-Class hotels with private bath/shower

• Full Scottish breakfast daily (B) • 6 dinners (D) including:

− Ghillie Dhu Ceilidh with traditional Scottish band in Edinburgh

− Scottish Highland Evening − 4 table d’hote dinners

• Welcome get-together drink• Sightseeing tours of

Glasgow and Edinburgh• Scenic cruise of Loch Lomond• Ferry to the Isle of Skye• Whisky tasting and tour at a

Speyside Distillery• Scottish afternoon tea and

scones at Falls of Feugh• Reserved seats for Edinburgh

Military Tattoo on 27 July to 17 August 2014 departures

• Visits and admissions to: − Kelvingrove Art

Gallery & Museum, − Inveraray Castle, − Clan Donald Centre at

Armadale Castle, − Culloden Battlefield

Visitor Centre, − Balmoral Castle or Crathes Castle, − Glamis Castle, − St. Andrews − Edinburgh Castle

• Edinburgh open-top bus tour (9-day tour only)

• All local taxes, hotel service charges & porterage for one suitcase, per person

SCoTTiSh DreaM8 days - 7 nights or 9 days - 8 nights - departs Glasgow

day 1 | Glasgow city tourArrive Glasgow Airport. Complimentary group transfer departs Glasgow Airport at 8:00 am, 10:00 am or 12:00 noon. Passengers arriving later transfer to the hotel at their own expense. At 2:30 pm take a coach tour to see the attractions of Glasgow including Victorian buildings, parks, Glasgow Cathedral and the River Clyde, famous for ship building. Visit collections in Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum, originally opened in 1901. Chat with your tour director and fellow travellers over a welcome drink before dinner. (D)

day 2 | loch lomond cruise & inveraray castleDepart Glasgow and drive along the banks of Loch Lomond with views of Ben Lomond. At Tarbet, embark on a short cruise around the loch and admire the views. Travel across the mountains to visit Inveraray Castle. This Campbell family home was built between 1746 and 1789. A guided tour will reveal the history of the family as you view the Armoury Hall and many of its fine rooms. Browse around the nearby town, planned by the Campbell family. Journey across Rannoch Moor and through Glen Coe, a glen made famous by the Campbells’ massacre of the Clan Macdonald in 1692, and continue to Ballachulish on the coast. (B,D)

day 3 | isle of skye & clan donald centreThis morning head north via Fort William and take the “Road to the Isles”, stopping for photos at the Glenfinnan Monument. At Mallaig cross by ferry to the Isle of Skye. Visit the Clan Donald Centre to discover the history of Clan Donald, Lords of the Isles. Drive through part of the island and return to the mainland by bridge, stopping at Eilean Donan Castle. Drive along the shores of Loch Ness, famous for its monster before continuing to your hotel in Nairn. Enjoy a special cabaret with Scottish Music and dance. (B,D)

day 4 | culloden Battlefield & distillery Drive to Culloden Moor to tour the Culloden Battlefield Visitor Centre. Walk around the battlefield where, on 16 April 1746, British Government forces defeated the army of Prince Charles Edward Stuart in just one hour and ended hopes of restoring the Jacobite Stuarts to the British throne. Drive into the Speyside region. Many of Scotland’s famous distilleries are located here near the River Spey. Stop at one of the prominent distilleries to learn about whisky making and sample a “wee dram” at the end of the tour. Drive to your 19th century manor house hotel near Blairs.(B, D)

day 5 | Balmoral castle & afternoon teaDrive along “Royal Deeside”. Pass the Royal Family’s Balmoral Castle and visit the Crathie Church. Near the village of Banchory stop at the Falls of Feugh, a charming tea shop. Sample afternoon tea with scones and enjoy a talk on bagpipes, fishing or other aspects of Highland life. Continue to Blairs to your 19th century mansion in time for dinner. (B,D)

day 6 | Glamis castle & st. andrewsTravel through Aberdeenshire to visit Glamis Castle, the setting of “Macbeth”. Drive across Tay Bridge to St. Andrews, the “Home of Golf.” See the Royal and Ancient Clubhouse and the Old Course and enjoy free time to visit the British Golf Museum or browse through the medieval town with its cathedral and castle. Drive south to Edinburgh, Scotland’s capi al. In the evening enjoy a Scottish Evening with dinner and entertainment (B D)

scottish dream8 days / 7 nights (Sunday & Wednesday Departures)Prices from

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27 Apr - 25 May 2014 (Sun & Wed) 2090 2609 2007 2504

28 May - 23 Jul 2014, 20 Aug - 28 Sep 2014 (Sun & Wed) 2175 2694 2088 2586

27 Jul - 10 Aug 2014 (Sun & Wed) 2439 2957 2341 2839

scottish dream 9 Days / 8 Nights: Prices on request

Left: St. Andrews Golf Course ‘The Home of Golf’ © BTA; Right: Ben Lomond © Britain On View

If you have booked the 9-day tour, spend an additional day in Edinburgh on your own. Use your voucher for an open-top bus tour.

day 9 | homeward boundTake a shuttle bus transfer to Edinburgh Airport. (B)

Edinburgh Castle © Visit Scotland

Glenfinnan Monument, Scotland © Visit Scotland

day 7 | Edinburgh castle & city tourThis morning explore Edinburgh on a sightseeing tour. Compare the mansions of the Georgian 200-year-old “New Town” with the medieval townhouses along the Royal Mile. See Princes Street, the shopping thoroughfare that separates the two areas Finish your tour at the Edinburgh Castle where you can see historic buildings and enjoy views of Edinburgh. The rest of the day is free for independent exploring, shopping and dining. The 27 July to 17 August 2014 departures enjoy the Military Tattoo at Edinburgh Castle. (B)

day 8 | depart Edinburgh airport or Extend your stayIf you are on an 8-day tour, tour ends with a group transfer arriving at Edinburgh Airport by 6:30am or 9:00am. (B)

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price includes:

• Group transfer from/to airport - arrival and departure

• Sightseeing by luxury coach throughout

• Services of a professional tour director

• Accommodation in Superior & First-Class hotels with private bath/shower

• 11 Full Scottish breakfasts daily (B)• 11 dinners (D) including:

− Edinburgh restaurant dinner − Scottish Highland Evening − 9 table d’hôte dinners

• Welcome get-together drink• Sightseeing tours of Glasgow

and Edinburgh• Loch Lomond scenic cruise• Ferry rides to Mull, Iona,

Skye and Orkney• Oban Distillery whisky tasting

and tour• Walking ghost tour of Edinburgh• Reserved seats for Royal

Edinburgh Military Tattoo on 25 July to 10 August 2014 departures

• Visits and admissions to − Glasgow Cathedral, − Iona Abbey − Clan Donald Centre

at Armadale Castle, − Dunvegan Castle, − Eilean Donan Castle, − Inverewe Gardens, − Caithness Horizons, − Skara Brae, − Ring of Brodgar, − St. Magnus Cathedral, − Italian Chapel, − Dunrobin Castle, − Urquhart Castle, − Culloden Battlefield

Visitor Centre, − Fort George − St Andrews and

Edinburgh Castle • All local taxes, hotel service

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scottisH Kiltthe Kilt is a knee-length garment with pleats at the rear, originating in the traditional dress of men and boys in the Scottish Highlands of the 16th century. Since the 19th century it has become associated with the wider culture of Scotland in general, or with Celtic (and more specifically Gaelic) heritage even more broadly. It is most often made of woollen cloth in a tartan pattern.Although the kilt is most often worn on formal occasions and at Highland games and sports events, it has also been adapted as an item of fashionable informal male clothing in recent years, returning to its roots as an everyday garment.

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day 1 | Glasgow arrival & city tourYour tour starts at Glasgow Airport with group transfers to your hotel at 8:00 am, 10:00 am or 12:00 noon. Passengers arriving later will transfer to the hotel at their own expense. At 2:30 pm take a coach tour to see Glasgow’s main attractions and visit Glasgow Cathedral, dating from the 12th century. Chat with your tour director and travel companions about your itinerary over a welcome drink before dinner. Overnight in Glasgow. (D)

day 2 | loch lomond & oban distilleryTravel into the Highlands as you drive alongside the lovely shores of Loch Lomond and embark on a short cruise to admire the scenery all around. Drive to the town of Inveraray, a planned Georgian town and spend some time there to look at the elegant buildings set along the shoreline. Continue your drive to Oban on the west coast and visit Oban Distillery to see how whisky is distilled and sample some at the end of the tour. Overnight in Oban. (B,D)

day 3 | isles of Mull & ionaTake a ferry ride from Oban to the Isle of Mull, which is one of the most beautiful of the Hebrides. After a scenic drive across the mountains of Mull take another short ferry ride to the tiny, peaceful Isle of Iona. Visit Iona Abbey, Scotland’s first Christian settlement, which was founded by the Irish Saint Columba in the 6th century. It is the burial place of many Scottish kings and forms an active ecumenical community today. Then enjoy some free time before returning to Oban by coach and ferry. Overnight in Oban. (B,D)

day 4 | “road to the isles” & clan donald centreTravel the scenic “Road to the Isles” passing Loch Shiel and the Glenfinnan Monument. Cross by ferry to the Isle of Skye, often called the “Misty Isle” due to the showers that drift across the mountains. Visit the Clan Donald Centre at Armadale Castle to discover the history of the clans of the region. Cross back to the mainland by bridge to your charming family-owned hotel near Kyle of Lochalsh. (B,D)

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day 5 | isle of skye & dunvegan castleToday explore more of the Isle of Skye and Bonnie Prince Charlie associations. Travel to Dunvegan Castle, stronghold of the Chiefs of MacLeod for nearly 800 years, making it the oldest continuously inhabited castle in Scotland. View priceless family heirlooms and stroll through formal gardens. Stop in Portree where brightly-painted houses cluster around a large bay. Return to your hotel for free time before dinner. (B,D)

day 6 | Eilean donan castle & inverewe GardensTour and take photos of the romantic Eilean Donan Castle. Enjoy more Highland scenery as you drive to Inverewe Gardens, where a haven of trees and shrubs was created from 50 acres of bleak headland in 1862. The varied plantings thrive due to the warmth of the Gulf Stream. Travel to Ullapool, an active fishing and ferry port that was built in 1788, and check in to your hotel. Overnight in Ullapool (B,D)

day 7 | highland scenery & durnessToday explore a remote Highland area with huge tracts of bogland, rugged mountains and coastline. Stop in Durness, one of Scotland’s most remote hamlets and learn about the 18th and 19th century Highland Clearances. Stop in Bettyhill, a village built in 1814 to replace crofts destroyed by the Clearances and continue to Thurso. Visit Caithness Horizons Museum and check in to your hotel. Overnight in Thurso. (B,D)

day 8 | isle of orkney & skara BraeTake a ferry ride from the mainland to explore the largest island of Orkney. Visit Skara Brae, a 5,000-year-old village, to see remains of houses. View the Ring of Brodgar, a circle of prehistoric standing stones and see 12th century St. Magnus Cathedral in Kirkwall. Drive across the Churchill Barriers, created during World War II to deter German submarines and see the Italian Chapel, built from two Nissen huts with elaborate paintings. Return to the mainland by ferry. (B,D)

SCoTTiSh iSleS anD glenS 13 days - 12 nights - departs Glasgow

day 9 | John o’ Groats & dunrobin castleDrive along the coast to John o’ Groats, the most northerly village on the British mainland. Visit Dunrobin Castle, dating to 1275 but renovated in the mid-1800’s. With 189 rooms this is the largest mansion in northern Scotland. Watch a demonstration of falconry in the castle gardens to see trained birds of prey. Continue south to your hotel in Nairn, located on the Moray Firth. (B,D)

day 10 | urquhart castle & cullodenDrive along the shores of Loch Ness to visit the picturesque ruins of Urquhart Castle. Stop at the Culloden Visitor Centre for a walk around the moor where Bonnie Prince Charlie was defeated at the Battle of Culloden in 1746. Visit the vast ramparts at Fort George, planned in 1747 as an English army base. A Scottish Highland evening in your hotel will feature haggis, traditional foods and lively bagpipe music and dance. (B,D)

day 11 |sheepdog trials & st andrewsDrive south past the majestic Cairngorm Mountains to Leault Farm where dogs herd sheep through various obstacles. Travel south through mountainous countryside and to the east coast to St Andrews, the “Home of Golf.” Enjoy free time to visit the British Golf Museum or browse through the medieval town with its cathedral and castle. Drive south into Edinburgh and after dinner at a popular restaurant join a local guide for a fun ghost walking tour. Overnight in Edinburgh. (B,D)

day 12 | Edinburgh castle & city tourThis morning discover Edinburgh on a sightseeing tour. See the wide streets and elegant mansions of the 200-year-old Georgian “New Town” and walk along part of the Royal Mile, the oldest part of the city. Finish your tour at the imposing Edinburgh Castle to see historic buildings and for views of Edinburgh. On 25 July 25 to 10 August 2014 departures enjoy the Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo at Edinburgh Castle. Overnight in Edinburgh. (B)

day 13 | tour Ends Edinburgh airportTake a transfer to arrive at Edinburgh Airport by 6:30 am or 9:00 am.(B)

HigHlands of scotland contain some of the most spectacular scenery in the world! A timeless wonderland, where roads and railways cut through breathtaking mountain views, past the deep and mysterious lochs, through the world’s finest whisky-producing regions, and up to the highest peaks in Britain.

The long and dramatic Loch Ness, a short journey from Inverness, with its mythical monster, affectionately known as ‘Nessie’, has attracted thousands over the past century, all eager to catch a glimpse! The region is rich in heritage, and has played host to many bloody battles between the proud and ancient Scottish clans. Off the coast, the Hebrides, Orkney and Shetland Islands with their rugged and dramatic scenery, reveal ancient settlements and unspoilt insights into the ancient history of Scotland.

Military Tattoo Celebrations © Visit Britain

Edinburgh Castle

Old Course at St Andrews

Left: Lively Scottish Dancing © Scottish Viewpoint - scottishviewpoint.com; Right: Bagpiper at Urquhart Castle © Visit Scotland

scottish isles and Glens13 days / 12 nightsPrices from

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9-23 May 2014 3251 4002 3121 3842

6-20 Jun 2014 3367 4118 3233 3954

4-18 Jul 2014 3406 4157 3270 3991

25 July - 10 Aug 2014^ 3731 4482 3582 4303

22 Aug - 26 Sep 2014 4026 4877 3864 4682

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Urquhart Castle

Loch Ness

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TaSTe of SCoTlanD & irelanD 10 days - 9 nights or 11 days - 10 nights - departs Glasgow



coach throughout • Services of a professional

tour director • Accommodation in Superior First-

Class hotels with private facilities• Full Scottish & Irish

breakfast daily (B)• 6 dinners (D) including

− Scottish Highland Evening − Edinburgh restaurant dinner − Canal Cruise dinner & live music − Bunratty Castle Medieval Banquet − 2 table d’hote dinners

• 1 lunch (L) on Ring of Kerry• Welcome get-together drink • Sightseeing tours of Glasgow,

Edinburgh and Dublin• Loch Ness cruise• Blair Athol Distillery whisky

tasting and tour• Edinburgh ghost walking tour• Reserved seats for Royal Edinburgh

Military Tattoo on 29 July to 19 August 2014 departures

• Ferries from Scotland to Ireland and across the River Shannon

• Tour and a pint at the Guinness Storehouse

• Farmhouse tea and scones with sheepdog display

• Horse-drawn jaunting car ride in Killarney

• Visits and admissions to − Provand’s Lordship, − Spean Bridge Woollen Mill, − St Andrews, − Edinburgh Castle, − Titanic Belfast, − Blarney Castle, − Blarney Woollen Mills, − Skellig Experience and − Cliffs of Moher


day 1 | Glasgow highlightsStart your trip at Glasgow Airport with a group transfer to your hotel. If you arrive later than noon, transfer to the hotel at your own expense. At 2:30 pm tour Glasgow, a city that flourished in Victorian times. Drive around George Square with its City Chambers and nearby Glasgow Cathedral. Visit Provand’s Lordship, Glasgow’s oldest house built in 1471, and step back in time to discover Glasgow’s unique history. Join your tour director and travel companions for a welcome drink before dinner. Overnight in Glasgow.(D)

day 2 | loch lomond & loch ness cruiseTravel alongside Loch Lomond, renowned for its beauty. Travel through the valley of Glen Coe, notorious for the Campbell massacre of the Clan Macdonald in 1692. Continue through Fort William and stop at the Spean Bridge Woollen Mill, which offers a good selection of quality Scottish goods. At Fort Augustus embark on a short cruise on Loch Ness to keep an eye out for “Nessie” as well as admire the lovely scenery of this long, narrow lake. Continue to Nairn for a Scottish Highland evening. (Friday departures will stay in Inverness and enjoy a ceilidh, a musical evening).(B,D)

Loch Ness

Sample of typical Irish food

Riverside Museum of Transport & Travel

View of Edinburgh, Scotland

Sign advertising local whiskies

locH nEssis a large, deep, freshwater loch in the Scottish Highlands extending for approximately 37km southwest of Inverness. Its surface is 15.8m above sea level. Loch Ness is best-known for the alleged sightings of the cryptozoological Loch Ness Monster.

the loch ness Monster (Scottish Gaelic: Niseag) is reputed to inhabit Loch Ness in the Scottish Highlands. It is similar to other supposed lake monsters in Scotland and around the world, though its description varies from one account to the next. Popular interest and belief in the animal has varied since it was brought to the world’s attention in 1933. Evidence of its existence is anecdotal, with minimal and much-disputed photographic material and sonar readings.

The scientific community regards the Loch Ness Monster as a modern-day myth, and explains sightings as a mix of hoaxes and wishful-thinking. Despite this, it remains one of the most-famous examples of cryptozoology. The legendary monster has been affectionately referred to by the nickname Nessie (Scottish Gaelic: Niseag) since the 1950s.

One of the most iconic images of Nessie is known as the "Surgeon's Photograph". Its importance lies in the fact that it was the first photo and only photographic evidence of a “head and neck” – all the others are humps or disturbances.

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TaSTe of SCoTlanD & irelanD 10 days - 9 nights or 11 days - 10 nights - departs Glasgow

taste of scotland & ireland 10 days / 9 nights Prices from

adult seniors 60+

9-23 Mar 2014, 28 Oct - 30 Nov 2014 (Sun) 2090 2779 2007 2668

30 Mar - 25 Apr 2014 (Tue, Fri & Sun) 2168 2855 2081 2740

27 Apr - 25 May 2014 (Tue, Fri & Sun) 2477 3168 2378 3038

28 May - 27 Jul, 22 Aug - 26 Sep 2014 (Tue, Fri & Sun) 2516 3205 2653 3315

1-19 Aug 2014 (Tue, Fri & Sun) ^ 2764 3453 2653 3315

28 Sep - 26 Oct 2014 (Tue, Fri & Sun) 2206 2895 2188 2779

^ Military Tattoo Departures - 29 July to 19 August 2014 departures11 Days/ 10 Nights departures: On application

day 3 | Whisky tasting & st andrewsDrive to Blair Athol Distillery in Pitlochry to see how whisky is distilled and sample some. Continue south to St Andrews, renowned as the “Home of Golf” and for its university, Scotland’s oldest and spend some time to explore on your own. Drive south to Edinburgh and to your manor house hotel, set on 1,000 acres with two golf courses and spa facilities a few miles from the city. In the evening dine at a restaurant and discover the haunts of Edinburgh’s eccentric characters in the Old Town on a fun walking tour. (B,D)

day 4 | Edinburgh castle & city tourThis morning an Edinburgh city guide will point out the sights of this capital city. Drive along the Princes Street and through the wide streets of the 200-year-old Georgian New Town. Walk along part of the Royal Mile where medieval houses reach 11 floors tall. Visit Edinburgh Castle, which dominates the city and contains the Scottish Crown Jewels and the Stone of Scone. The balance of the day is free. On July 29 to August 19 departures, seats are reserved for the Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo. Overnight in Edinburgh. (B)

day 5 | titanic Belfast & dublinDepart Edinburgh early this morning and drive south through Ayrshire and along the coast. At Cairnryan take a ferry ride to Belfast for a visit to Titanic Belfast. Learn about this famous liner which was built in the adjacent docks. State-of-the-art displays describe Belfast, working conditions and many other aspects of the ship. Drive south to Dublin and check in to your hotel, located overlooking Dublin Bay. The evening is at leisure for independent dining. Overnight in Dublin. (B)

day 6 | dublin & canal dinner cruiseTour central Dublin to see public buildings, parks and rows of Georgian houses with brightly painted doorways. Visit the Guinness Storehouse to learn about the famous bre and sample a creamy pint in the rooftop bar with views of Dublin. The afternoon is at leisure so that you may explore the city on your own. In the evening enjoy a canal dinner cruise with traditional Irish music aboard a former Guinness barge through central Dublin.(B,D)

day 7 | Blarney castle & KillarneyTravel through the midlands of Ireland, stopping for photos at the Rock of Cashel. Visit a farmhouse for tea with scones and watch skilled sheep dogs herd sheep. Continue south to visit Blarney Castle and kiss the famous “Stone of Eloquence.” Also visit the Blarney Woollen Mills where you can find quality Irish-made goods. Drive to Killarney, set beside lakes and mountains. Check in to your hotel and relax before dinner. Afterwards you may like to explore some of Killarney’s famous “singing pubs.”(B,D)

day 8 | ring of Kerry & skellig ExperienceTake a jaunting car ride to view Ross Castle set on Lough Leane. Then embark on the Ring of Kerry drive – a winding route with sights of mountains and coastal views. Cross to Valencia Island by bridge to visit the Skellig Experience which describes the lives of early Christian monks on the nearby islands. Savour a pub lunch and stop in Sneem to admire brightly painted houses. Pause at Moll’s Gap for views before returning to Killarney where you have an evening free for independent dining. (B,L)

day 9 | cliffs of Moher & Bunratty castleTake a ferry ride across the River Shannon to reach the Cliffs of Moher, a wall of sandstone that reaches 700 feet above the Atlantic Ocean. Check in to Bunratty Castle Hotel, close to Bunratty Castle and Folk Park. If you wish, you may visit the Folk Park, have a drink in the 200-year-old Durty Nelly’s Pub or shop at the Bunratty Mills. In the evening head to Bunratty Castle for a medieval-style feast where the lords and ladies will serenade you with song and harp music. (B,D)

day 10 | shannon airport ordublin Extension via GalwayClients on the 10-day tour will take a group transfer to nearby Shannon Airport where the tour concludes at 10:30 a m.

Rock of Cashel

Military Tattoo at Edinburgh Castle

Galway Bay

© Dublin Tourism

Lough Leane

guinnEss is a popular dry stout that originated in Arthur Guinness’ first brewery in Leixlip, Co Kildare but it then moved to its present home at St. James’s Gate in Dublin. The beer is based on the porter style that originated in London in the early 18th century. It is one of the most-successful beer brands in the world, being exported worldwide!

The distinctive feature in the flavour is the roasted barley which remains unfermented. For many years a portion of the beer was aged to give a sharp lactic flavour, but Guinness has refused to confirm if this still occurs. The thick creamy head is the result of the beer being mixed with nitrogen when being served.

It is extremely popular with the Irish and, in spite of a decline in consumption over recent years, is the best-selling alcoholic drink of all time in Ireland, where Guinness & Co. makes almost €2 billion’s worth annually.

Those on the 11-day tour will drive to Galway for a tour around the central part of the city. Then travel to Clonmacnoise Monastic Site, founded in 546 AD by Saint Ciaran. View Celtic crosses, round towers and ruins of medieval churches. Drive to Dublin and check into a different hotel and you are free for independent activities and dining. Overnight in Dublin. (B)

day 11 | tour Ends dublin airportUse your taxi transfer to reach Dublin Airport in time to check in for your flight home. (B)

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Left to right: Couple walking through Killarney National Park; Sunset at Owenahincia, Cork

irish adventure 8 days / 7 nightsMon & Wed Departures - Prices from

adult seniors 60+

17 Feb -26 Mar 2014 (Mon) 1332 1765 1278 1694

31 Mar - 28 Apr 2014 (Mon & Wed) 1494 1928 1434 1850

30 Apr - 24 Sep 2014 (Mon & Wed) 1680 2113 1613 2029

3 Nov - 8 Dec 2014 (Mon) 1332 1765 1278 1694

irish adventure 9 Days / 8 Nights Tour: Prices on Request



coach throughout• Professional tour

director throughout• Accommodation in superior &


• Full Irish breakfast daily (B) • 5 dinners (D) including:

− Dinner & traditional show, Dublin − 4 table d’hote dinners

• 1 Lunch (L) on Ring of Kerry• Welcome get-together drink• Walking tours of Waterford and

Derry with local guides• Sheepdog trials of Ring of Kerry• Walking tours of Waterford and

Derry with local guides• Ferry ride across the

River Shannon• Visits and admissions to

− Book of Kells at Trinity College, − Glendalough Visitor Centre, − Dunbrody Famine Ship, − House of Waterford Crystal, − Blarney Castle, − Blarney Woollen Mills, − Skellig Experience, − Cliffs of Moher, − Knock Shrine, − W. B. Yeats’ Grave, − Giant’s Causeway and − Titanic Belfast

• Dublin open-top bus tour with a visit and drink at Guinness Storehouse or Old Jameson Distillery (9-day tour)


iriSh aDvenTure8 days - 7 nights or 9 days - 8 nights - departs dublin

day 1 | dublin tour & Book of KellsYour tour starts at Dublin Airport with a group transfer to your hotel between 7:00 am and 12:00 noon. If you arrive later than noon, transfer to the hotel at your own expense. At 2:00 pm join a local guide for a half-day escorted Dublin tour to see Georgian squares with brightly-painted doors, O’Connell Street and the statues of the Famine Memorial. Visit Trinity College’s campus and the Old Library to view the manuscript of the Book of Kells. In the evening meet your tour director over a welcome drink to discuss your trip.

day 2 | 6th century Glendalough & Waterford Walking tour This morning leave Dublin to see the scenery of the Wicklow Mountains on the way to Glendalough. Learn about St. Kevin’s 6th century monastery in the Glendalough Visitor Centre and walk through the site to see its round tower, church ruins and Celtic crosses. Continue your drive south to New Ross where a walk through the reconstructed 19th century Dunbrody Famine Ship demonstrates the harsh conditions that emigrants endured. Drive to your hotel in Waterford and, after dinner, take a walking tour around the streets of the historic city with a local guide. (B, D)

If you have booked the 9-day tour, spend an additional night in Dublin and enjoy an independent Dublin open-top bus tour pass (valid for 48 hours), with a visit to Guinness or Jameson to sample a pint or a shot.

day 9: depart for homeTake a taxi transfer to Dublin Airport on final day. (B)

day 3 |Waterford crystal & Blarney castleVisit the House of Waterford Crystal to learn about glass blowing and cutting and see one-of-a-kind masterpieces. Travel along the south coast via Dungarvan and the outskirts of Cork to Blarney. Climb the steps of the famous Blarney Castle to kiss the “Stone of Eloquence.” You will also have time to shop at the Blarney Woollen Mills, which stocks excellent Irish products. Then journey west through rugged countryside to Killarney and settle in to your centrally-located hotel. (B, D)

day 4 | ring of Kerry & skellig ExperienceEnjoy the highlights of Ireland’s scenery on the Ring of Kerry route. The road winds between the Macgillycuddy’s Reeks Mountains on one side and the Atlantic coastline on the other. Watch a shepherd and his trained dogs skilfully round up sheep. Drive through Killorglin and Cahirciveen and stop for a casual pub lunch. Cross by bridge to Valencia Island and visit the Skellig Experience to learn about the islands off the end of the peninsula where monks lived in early Christian times. Stop in the village of Sneem and also at Moll’s Gap for mountain views. On your return to Killarney you are free for independent dining. (B, L)

day 5 | cliffs of Moher & GalwayTravel north from Killarney and take a ferry ride across the River Shannon Estuary and continue along the coast of County Clare. View the Cliffs of Moher rising to heights of almost 700 feet above the wild Atlantic swells and walk to O’Brien’s Tower at the highest point for great views. Drive through the rounded limestone hills of the Burren and around the shores of Galway Bay. Take a short orientation tour of central Galway before checking in to your hotel. (B, D)

day 6 | Yeats’ Grave & derry WalkHead north to visit the pilgrimage town of Knock, one of the world’s leading shrines. See the church where villagers saw a vision of the Virgin Mary in 1879. Travel through County Sligo and stop to view W. B. Yeats’ grave in Drumcliffe Churchyard, in the shadow of Benbulben mountain. Follow the shoreline of Donegal Bay to Donegal town and past the Blue Stack Mountains to Derry. On arrival in Derry take a drive around the city, including the Bogside area, with a local guide before walking along the fortification walls, which encircle the old city and date from 1613 AD.(B, D)

day 7 |Giant’s causeway & abbey tavernToday explore the northern coastline, stopping for photos at the ruins of Dunluce Castle. Visit the Giant’s Causeway, hexagonal columns formed by volcanic activity over 60 million years ago. Drive to Belfast for a visit to Titanic Belfast to learn about RMS Titanic through displays. See the docks where this liner was built just over a century ago. Continue to check in to your hotel on the north side of Dublin. Drive to the Abbey Tavern for a farewell dinner and entertaining traditional Irish songs and step-dancing. (B, D)

day 8 | depart for home For clients booked on our 8-day tour, group transfers are provided to Dublin Airport to arrive at 6:00 am, 9:00 am or 12:00 noon (B).

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day 6 | Westport house & achill island ExcursionVisit Westport House, an 18th century mansion, set in superb parkland with views overlooking Clew Bay and the Atlantic Ocean. Drive around Clew Bay and cross by bridge to Achill Island. Follow the Atlantic Drive to capture views of steeply-sloped mountains and the Atlantic Ocean. Stop at the Beehive Restaurant in Keel for lunch and see the Deserted Village, the remains of nearly 100 stone cottages abandoned around the time of the 1840’s Famine. Return to Westport for free time.(B, L)

day 7 | Kilbeggan distillery & 12th century Brazen head pubDrive eastwards to the center of Ireland and in Kilbeggan visit the historic Kilbeggan Distillery Experience, established in 1757, to see how whiskey is distilled and enjoy a creamy Irish coffee. Continue your journey to Dublin and check in to your hotel. In the evening head to the Brazen Head Pub, Dublin’s oldest, dating back to 1198 for an evening of “Food, Folk and Fairies” where story-telling will reveal Ireland’s myths and beliefs in times past. (B, D)

day 8 | tour Ends dublin airportGroup transfers are provided to Dublin Airport to arrive at 6:00 am, 9:00 am or 12:00 noon. (B)

Left: Keem Beach on Achill Island; Right: Famine Memorial, Dublin

Red Door in Kinsale

irish pubs & folklore tour8 days / 7 nights - Wed & Sat Departures Prices from

adult seniors 60+

15 Feb - 22 Mar, 1 Nov - 6 Dec 2014 (Sat) 1393 1796 1338 1724

29 Mar - 26 Apr 2014 (Wed, Sun) 1510 1912 1449 1836

30 Apr - 28 May 2014 (Wed, Sun) 1672 2075 1605 1992

31 May - 27 Sep 2014 (Wed, Sun) 1742 2144 1672 2059

1-25 Oct 2014 (Sat) 1510 1912 1449 1836

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iriSh PuBS & folklore8 days - 7 nights or 9 days - 8 nights - departs dublin

day 1 | dublin & trinity college WalkYour tour starts at Dublin Airport with a group transfer to your hotel between 7:00 am and 12:00 noon. If you arrive later than noon, transfer to the hotel at your own expense. At 2:00 pm join a local guide for a half-day escorted Dublin tour to see Georgian squares with brightly-painted doors, O’Connell Street and the statues of the Famine Memorial. Visit the Guinness Storehouse to explore the many exhibitions, ending in the rooftop bar with a creamy pint of stout. Back at your hotel discuss your itinerary over a welcome drink and you are free for dinner.

day 2 | farmhouse visit & Medieval KilkennyDepart Dublin and stop at a working beef, sheep and horse farm to meet the owners. Sample tea and home-baked scones and learn about country living in Ireland. Arrive in Kilkenny and check in to your centrally-located hotel. Take a walking tour through this medieval city to view merchants’ houses, historic pubs along Kilkenny’s Medieval Mile. Enjoy free time to browse around the compact little city before dinner. (B, D)

day 3 |Waterford crystal & Blarney castleDrive to the port of Waterford to visit the House of Waterford Crystal. Drive along the south coast to visit Blarney Castle to kiss the “Stone of Eloquence.” Enjoy some time for shopping at the Blarney Woollen Mills! Travel through County Cork and on to Killarney and check in to your hotel. In the evening explore some of the pubs where traditional Irish music is played.(B, D)



coach throughout• Services of a professional

Irish tour director• Accommodation in First-Class

hotels with private facilities • Full Irish breakfasts daily (B)• 5 dinners (D) including:

− Kate Kearney’s Cottage Irish night − Food, Folk and Fairies dinner/

show at the Brazen Head Pub − 3 table d’hote dinners

• Welcome get-together drink• 2 Lunches (L)• Tour of Dublin with a local guide • Tour and a pint at the

Guinness Storehouse• Farmhouse visit for tea and scones• Walking tour of Kilkenny’s

Medieval Mile• Ferry ride across the

River Shannon• Day tour to Achill Island• Tour and an Irish coffee at

Kilbeggan Distillery Experience• Visits and admissions to:

− House of Waterford Crystal, − Blarney Castle, − Blarney Woollen Mills, − Dingle Brewing Company, − Cliffs of Moher − and Westport House

• Dublin open-top bus tour with a visit and drink at Old Jameson Distillery (9- day tour only)


day 4 | dingle peninsula & pub dinnerToday discover more gems of Dingle Peninsula made famous by two movies, “Ryan’s Daughter” and “Far & Away”,. Drive to Slea Head at the westernmost tip for views of the Atlantic Ocean and the Blasket Islands. Also see early Christian monastic beehive huts. Back in Dingle watch brewing processes at the Dingle Brewing Company and sample some of the local brew. Spend some free time in the town of Dingle before heading back to Killarney. In the evening drive to Kate Kearney’s Cottage for dinner and traditional Irish entertainment with songs and step-dancing.(B, D)

day 5 | cliffs of Moher, connemara & MayoDrive for a short ferry ride across the River Shannon Estuary. View the Cliffs of Moher that rise almost 700 feet above Atlantic swells. Sit down to lunch in a pub in the village of Doolin. Pass around the shores of Galway Bay and stop in Galway city for a look around. Continue through the Connemara region with hills, lakes and open country. Stop in Leenane, renowned as the location of the movie, “The Field.” Continue to Westport, an estate town built in 1780, and check in to your hotel. Westport is a great town with lots of interesting shops and traditional pubs, many with live music. (B, L, D)

If you have booked the 9-day tour, spend an additional night in Dublin and enjoy an independent Dublin open-top bus tour pass (valid for 48 hours), a visit to the Old Jameson Distillery to learn how whisky is created and enjoy a sample.

day 9 |tour ends at dublin airportTake a taxi transfer to Dublin Airport on final day. (B)

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Stained glass image of St Patrick

iriSh ClaSSiC 12 days - 11 nights or 13 days - 12 nights | departs dublin

day 3 | titanic Belfast & Walking tourThis morning take a panoramic tour around central Belfast to see Victorian buildings, the imposing City Hall in Donegall Square and the shipyards where RMS Titanic was built in 1912. Visit Titanic Belfast to learn about this ill-fated famous liner through state-of-the-art displays. In the afternoon visit the imposing Mount Stewart House to see priceless works of art and furnishings as well as the extensive gardens. (B)

day 4 | Giant’s causeway & derry WalkDrive north along the scenic route of the “Nine Glens of Antrim,” for lovely views of mountains, valleys and coastline. Stop at the Giant’s Causeway, enormous hexagonal columns formed by volcanic activity 60 million years ago. Continue to Derry and join a local guide for a short walking tour around the defensive walls that encircle the compact old city. Overnight in Derry. (B,D)

day 5 | atlantic donegal & WestportTravel through the rugged countryside of Donegal, renowned for heathery hills, sheep and the many tweeds made from their wool. In Ardara visit Triona Design to sample freshly-baked scones with tea and see demonstrations of spinning and weaving. Stop in Donegal town to browse around and pause at W. B. Yeats’ Grave in Sligo, a region that he loved to write about. Drive to Westport and enjoy free time before dinner. Overnight in Westport. (B,D)

day 6 | Westport house & achill islandVisit the stately Westport House, which contains a wealth of interesting portraits, furniture and silver. Travel around Clew Bay to Achill Island, joined to the mainland by bridge. Follow the Atlantic Drive to capture wonderful views of steeply-sloped mountains plunging into the shimmering Atlantic Ocean. See the Deserted Village, ruins of cottages abandoned during the 1840’s Famine. Overnight in Westport. (B,D)

price includes:• Transfer on arrival and departure• Sightseeing by luxury

coach throughout • Services of a professional

Irish tour director• Accommodation in Superior


• Full Irish breakfasts daily (B) • 8 dinners (D) including:

− Dinner and traditional Irish entertainment at a Dublin Pub

− Medieval Banquet and entertainment at Bunratty Castle

− 6 table d’hôte dinners• 1 lunch (L)• Welcome get-together drink• Tours of Dublin and Belfast• Walking tours of Derry and

Waterford with local guides• Day tour to Achill Island• Horse-drawn jaunting car ride

in Killarney• Sheepdog trails on Ring of Kerry• Irish coffee and music session at

the Marine Bar in Dungarvan• Visits and admissions to

− Dublin Castle, − Down Cathedral, − St. Patrick Centre, − Ulster Folk Park, − Titanic Belfast, − Mount Stewart House & Gardens − Giant’s Causeway, − Triona Design, − W. B. Yeats’ Grave, − Westport House, − Connemara Marble Factory, − Poulnabrone Dolmen, − Cliffs of Moher, − Foynes Flying Boat Museum, − Blarney Castle, − Blarney Woollen Mills, − House of Waterford Crystal, − Dunbrody Famine Ship − and Kennedy Homestead

• Dublin open-top bus tour with complimentary visit and a drink at Guinness Storehouse or Old Jameson Distillery. (13 day tour only)


Cliffs ofMoher

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Ardara

Downpatrick

MourneMountains

AntrimCoast

MountStewart

Giant’sCauseway

New Ross

Dungarvan

Waterford

Killarney

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Galway

Foynes

Shannon-Erne

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Town Hall, Belfast

day 1 | dublin arrival & dublin castleStart in Dublin Airport with a group transfer to your hotel between 7:00 am and 12:00 noon. If your flight arrives later, transfer to the hotel at your own expense. At 2:00 pm tour Dublin to see elegant Georgian townhouses, pass St. Stephen’s Green and cross the River Liffey to view the Famine Memorial and drive along O’Connell Street. Take a guided tour through Dublin Castle. In the evening meet your tour director over a welcome drink to discuss your trip.

day 2 | st. patrick’s Grave & ulster folk parkDrive north to visit Down Cathedral to see St. Patrick’s reputed burial site, marked by a huge boulder. Learn about the many stories of his work, life and times in the nearby St. Patrick Centre and why he is so important in Ireland. On the outskirts of Belfast visit the Ulster Folk Park to see traditional town buildings of many types, including churches, a bank, police station and doctor’s office. Also see rural cottages set in gardens and fields and showing crafts, crops and farm animals. Drive to your hotel in central Belfast and relax before dinner. (B,D)

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adult seniors 60+

8-22 Mar, 1-15 Nov 2014 (Sat) 2214 2934 2125 2817

29 Mar - 26 Apr 2014 (Thu & Sat) 2384 3104 2289 2980

1-24 May 2014 (Thu & Sat) 2733 3454 2623 3315

29 May - 25 Sep 2014 (Thu & Sat) 2810 3530 2698 3389

27 Sep - 25 Oct 2014 (Thu & Sat) 2454 3174 2356 3047

irish classic 13 Days / 12 Nights Tour: Prices on request

iriSh ClaSSiC 12 days - 11 nights or 13 days - 12 nights- Escorted coach tour

For those on the 13 day tour, spend an additional day in Dublin with an individual Dublin Open-Top Bus Tour pass with a visit to either Guinness Storehouse or Old Jameson Distillery (valid for 24 hours) (B)

day 13 | homeward boundA voucher is provided for Independent transfer to the Airport (B).

day 7 |cliffs of Moher & Bunratty BanquetTravel through Maam Cross in the heart of Connemara and visit the Connemara Marble Factory. Stop in Galway and drive through the Burren to view the majestic Cliffs of Moher, which rise 700 feet above the foaming Atlantic Ocean. Walk to O’Brien’s Tower for great views of Galway Bay and the Aran Islands. At Bunratty check in to your hotel, right beside the Bunratty Folk Park and Durty Nelly’s Pub. Head to Bunratty Castle for a jolly medieval-style dinner where the lords and ladies serenade you. (B,D)

day 9 | Killarney’s lakes & Jaunting car rideTake a traditional horse-drawn jaunting car ride to Ross Castle for views of Lough Leane, Killarney’s largest lake. Drive to the delightful town of Kenmare where brightly-painted buildings are enhanced with flowers and savour a casual pub lunch. View spectacular mountain scenery at Moll’s Gap and Ladies’ View. The evening is free in Killarney. (B,L)

day 10 |Blarney castle & traditional MusicTravel to Blarney Castle to climb to the top and kiss the famous “Stone of Eloquence.” Also shop at the Blarney Woollen Mills. Drive to Dungarvan to the Marine Bar for a creamy Irish coffee and an informal traditional music session. Continue to Waterford and after dinner join a local guide for a stroll around the historic streets of this old port city. (B,D)

day 11 |Waterford & taylor’s three rockVisit the House of Waterford Crystal to see how molten glass is blown into shapes before being cut by hand by experts and view priceless trophies. In New Ross explore the Dunbrody Famine Ship which transported people to the U.S. during the 1940’s Famine. Stop at the nearby Kennedy Homestead where the ancestors of President Kennedy lived. In Dublin, this evening’s destination is Taylor’s Three Rock Pub for dinner with traditional Irish songs and intricate step-dancing. (B,D)

day 12 | depart for homeGroup transfers are provided to Dublin Airport to arrive at 6:00 am, 9:00 am or 12:00 noon. (B)

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Guinness Storehouse Old Jameson Distillery Entry © Dublin Tourism

day 8 | flying Boat Museum & dingle peninsulaDrive through the outskirts of Limerick and alongside the River Shannon to visit Foynes Flying Boat Museum. During the 1930’s and early 1940’s, aircraft landed on the River Shannon and the museum’s memorabilia recreates this era. Journey along the Dingle Peninsula for glorious scenic views. Stop in the town of Dingle and head to your hotel in Killarney. (B,D)

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WatErford crystalWaterford Crystal is a trademark brand of crystal glassware produced Waterford Wedgwood, Waterford Company.

The business was founded in 1793 by George and William Penrose, and produced extremely fine crystal that became world-renowned. Nevertheless, their company later closed, reportedly due to excessive taxation of the product. In 1947, the company reopened under new ownership due to the superb reputation of the original glassware.

Today, tour the Waterford Crystal Factory and watch skilled crafts people create elegant masterpieces from molten glass. In the showrooms see a huge collection of tableware and trophies.

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day 1 | dublin tour & trinity college Your tour starts at Dublin Airport with a group transfer to your hotel between 7:00 am and 12:00 noon. If you arrive later than noon, transfer to the hotel at your own expense. At 2:00 pm join your group and a local guide for an introductory look around central Dublin. See shopping areas around Grafton and Nassau Streets, view Dublin’s elegant Georgian squares with imposing townhouses and pause at the Famine Memorial. Walk through the campus of Trinity College to the Old Library to view the illuminated manuscript of the 8th century Book of Kells and learn how monks created this and other masterpieces. Back at your hotel meet with your guide and travel companions for a welcome drink and discuss your itinerary.

day 2 | farm visit & Waterford crystalDepart Dublin and drive through the countryside to County Kilkenny for a stop at a farm in Jerpoint for Tea and Scones and to experience country life. Continue South to visit the House of Waterford Crystal to see how these elaborate pieces are hand-crafted. After dinner in Waterford, take a stroll with a local guide to learn about local history. (B, D)

price includes:

• Group transfer on arrival and departure, if arrival in Dublin is before noon


• Professional tour director throughout

• Accommodation in First-Class hotels with private bath/shower

• Full Irish breakfast daily (B)• Pub lunch in Portmagee• 4 dinners (D) including:

− Dinner and traditional show in Dublin

− 3 table d’hote dinners• Welcome get-together drink• Tour of Dublin with a local guide• Tea & scones at Jerpoint Park• Walking Tour of Waterford• Ferry ride across the River Shannon• Sheepdog trials at Caherconnell• Coffee and talk on Irish life at

Standun of Spiddal• “The Quiet Man” walking

tour of Cong• Corrib Princess cruise from Galway

(22 Mar - 1 Nov 2014 departures) • Tour and Tasting at Kilbeggan

Distillery Experience• Visits and admissions to

− Book of Kells at Trinity College, − House of Waterford Crystal, − Titanic Experience − Blarney Castle, − Blarney Woollen Mills, − Skellig Experience, − Cliffs of Moher,

• Dublin open-top bus tour with a visit and drink at Guinness Storehouse or Old Jameson Distillery (9-day tour only)


irish spirit tour 8 days / 7 nightsPrices from

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8-22 Feb 2014 (Sat) 1301 1773 1249 1702

1-27 Mar 2014 (Sat) 1362 1835 1308 1761

29 Mar - 26 Apr 2014 1448 1920 1390 1843

1 May - 27 Sep 2014 (Thu & Sat) 1664 2137 1602 2051

2-25 Oct 2014 (Thu & Sat) 1455 1928 1397 1850

30 Oct - 13 Dec 2014 1316 1788 1263 1717

irish spirit tour 9 Days / 8 Nights: Prices on request

iriSh SPiriT8 days - 7 nights or 9 days - 8 nights - departs dublin

day 3 | titanic Experience & Blarney castleTravel along the south coast to Cobh to visit the Titanic Experience, learn about the poor souls who embarked on the ill-fated maiden voyage of the RMS Titanic. Continue to the village of Blarney to visit Blarney Castle and kiss the Blarney Stone. Enjoy some time exploring Blarney Woollen Mills before driving to Killarney. (B, D)

day 4 | ring of Kerry & pub lunchView the highlights of Ireland’s natural scenery on the Ring of Kerry route. The road winds between the Macgillycuddy’s Reeks Mountains on one side and the Atlantic coastline on the other. Enjoy a pub lunch before taking the bridge to Valencia Island. Visit the Skellig Experience to learn about the rocky islands off the end of the peninsula where monks lived in early Christian times. Today the islands form a protected bird sanctuary. Stop in the attractive village of Sneem and also at Moll’s Gap to view the Three Lakes of Killarney. Relish some free time to browse around Killarney before dining on your own. (B, L)

day 5 | cliffs of Moher and Galway BayLeave Killarney and drive north to Tarbert for a 20-minute ferry ride across the wide River Shannon Estuary. Your tour continues along the Clare coast to the Cliffs of Moher, a spectacular wall of limestone that reaches to almost 700 feet above the Atlantic Ocean. Walk along the top of the cliffs to O’Brien’s Tower for great views. Drive through the Burren and stop in Caherconnell to watch as trained dogs show their skills in herding sheep. Continue around the shores of Galway Bay to take a short orientation tour of Galway city before checking in to your hotel. (B, D)

Left: Dingle Peninsula © Tourism Ireland; Right: Connemara

day 6 | connemara & “Quiet Man” WalkToday explore the Connemara region, a region of hills, lakes and peat bogs. Travel alongside Galway Bay and stop at Standun of Spiddal for coffee and a talk on various aspects of Irish life and traditional crafts. Continue to the quaint village of Cong where the ‘Quiet Man’ film was filmed in 1952. Head to Eddie’s Pub in nearby Clonbur for lunch before returning to Galway to embark on the Corrib Princess for a scenic cruise on Lough Corrib to the north of the city (22 Mar – 1 Nov 2014 departures). (B, D)

day 7 |Kilbeggan distillery & irish EveningThis morning enjoy some free time in Galway before driving to Kilbeggan to visit the Kilbeggan Distillery Experience, established in 1757 making it the world’s oldest. See how whiskey is distilled on modern equipment in the old buildings and enjoy a sample of the finished product. Continue your journey to Dublin and check in to your hotel. Finish up your tour in a Dublin Pub with dinner and a lively show of traditional music, songs and step-dancing. (B, D)

day 8 | homeward bound or extra day in dublinFor those booked on the 8-day tour, complimentary group transfer is provided to Dublin Airport to arrive at 6:00 am, 9:00 am or 12:00 noon. (B)

If you have booked the 9-day tour, spend an additional day in Dublin with an independent Dublin open-top bus tour pass and a visit to either Guinness Storehouse or Old Jameson Distillery. (B)

day 9 | homeward bound After breakfast, transfer to Dublin airport in good time to check in for your flights. (B)

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day 6 | dublin Extension via GalwayAfter breakfast, drive through Galway and out along the famous Galway Bay to Spiddal where the locals still speak the Irish language. Drive across the boglands of Connemara to Moycullen to visit the Connemara Marble Factory. See how marble is made into products and enjoy tea and scones. Drive into Galway for a tour around the principal areas and then take time to look around the city before travelling to Dublin. Check into your hotel, centrally located off O’Connell Street. You are free this evening to spend the final night of your tour exploring the pubs in the lively Temple Bar area. (B)

day 7 | depart from dublin airportComplimentary group transfer is provided to Dublin Airport to arrive at 6:00 am, 9:00 am or 12:00 noon to check-in for your flight. (B)

Left to right: Lakes of Killarney; Sheep near Connemara

Jaunting Cart, Killarney

taste of ireland TAA13 (Tour D)7 days / 6 nights - Sun, Wed & Fri DeparturesPrices from

adult seniors 60+

19 Jan - 28 Mar 2014 1161 1541 1115 1479

29 Mar - 27 Apr 2014 1262 1641 1211 1576

30 Apr - 30 Sep 2014 1463 1842 1405 1769

1-29 Oct 2014 1277 1657 1226 1590

taste of ireland - tours a,B,c & z: On request

TaSTe of irelanD7 days - 6 nights (tour d) - departs dublin

day 1 |arrive dublin & city sightseeingArrive at Dublin Airport. Go to the Tours desk in the Arrivals Hall where staff will arrange a group transfer between 7:00 am and 12:00 noon to your hotel. If your flight arrives later than noon, transfer to the hotel at your own expense. In the afternoon use your independent open-top bus tour voucher for a Guinness or Jameson visit and tasting – this voucher is valid for 48 hours.

day 2 | dublin & pub EveningEnjoy a free morning in Dublin for further sightseeing with the included vouchers. At 2:00 pm join a local guide for a tour of Dublin. See historic buildings such as Trinity College, where the Book of Kells is housed; the Famine Memorial; and rows of Georgian houses. Stop at Dublin Castle for a guided tour through the State Apartments. Return to your hotel for a get-together with your tour group and a welcome drink. In the evening enjoy a dinner of Irish specialities, which is followed by a show of traditional Irish songs and step-dancing. (B,D)

price includes:

• Arrival transfer between Dublin Airport & hotel, if arrival in Dublin is before noon


• Professional tour director throughout

• Accommodation in Superior & First-Class hotels with private bath/shower

• Full Irish breakfast daily (B) except on day of arrival

• 3 dinners (D) including − Merry Ploughboy Pub dinner

and traditional show − Bunratty Castle Medieval Banquet − 1 table d hote dinners in Killarney

• 1 Lunch (L) on Ring of Kerry• Welcome get-together drink• Tour of Dublin with a local guide• Dublin open-top bus tour with

complimentary visit and a drink at Guinness Storehouse or Old Jameson Distillery (Tours C & D only)

• Tea and scones at the Connemara Marble Factory

• Sheepdog trials on Ring of Kerry• Ferry ride across the

River Shannon• Visits and admissions to

− Dublin Castle, − Blarney Castle, − Blarney Woollen Mills, − Skellig Experience, − Cliffs of Moher


day 3 | Blarney castle & KillarneyDepart Dublin and travel through the Irish midlands. Stop to view the church ruins atop the Rock of Cashel. Continue your drive south and, just a few miles outside Cork, visit Blarney Castle to kiss the famous “Stone of Eloquence.” Also visit the Blarney Woollen Mills where you can find Irish-made goods. Drive through Macroom and into County Kerry. Arrive in Killarney. Check in to your hotel and relax before dinner. After dinner, take a stroll through the town and explore Killarney’s singing pubs. (B,D)

day 4 | ring of Kerry & skellig ExperienceToday embark on Ireland’s scenic drive of 100 miles – the Ring of Kerry. Stop at Kells to meet a local farmer, Brendan Ferris, for a taste of farm life with a sheepdog demonstration. Drive through the village of Cahirciveen and cross to Valencia Island by bridge. Visit the Skellig Experience to learn about the rocky islands where Christian monks lived in austere conditions. Stop to walk around Sneem, known for its brightly-painted houses. Pause at Moll’s Gap for a view of the Three Lakes of Killarney. Return to Killarney and enjoy dinner at your hotel. (B,D)

day 5 |cliffs of Moher & Bunratty castleLeave Killarney and drive to Tarbert for a 20-minute ferry ride across the River Shannon Estuary. Your tour continues along the Clare coast to the Cliffs of Moher, a wall of limestone that reaches 700 feet above the Atlantic Ocean. Drive past Lahinch Golf Links and through the town of Ennis to Bunratty. Check into Bunratty Castle Hotel, which is located close to Bunratty Castle and Folk Park. In the evening head to Bunratty Castle. Take your place in the Great Hall for a medieval-style feast of excellent dishes and wine. During and after the meal the lords and ladies will serenade you with song and harp music. (B, D)

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Tour A: 1 night in Dublin at start and finishing in Shannon – 4 nights

Tour B: 1 night in Dublin at start and finishing with an overnight in Dublin – 5 nights

Tour C: 2 nights in Dublin at start and finishing in Shannon – 5 nights

Tour Z: 1 night in Dublin at start and finishing in Dublin Airport on evening of day 5 – 4 nights

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day 2 | city sights & tower of london This morning take a panoramic tour of central London to see some of the famous landmarks including Piccadilly Circus, Nelson’s Column and lions of Trafalgar Square, Big Ben towering over the Houses of Parliament and Hyde Park. Visit the Tower of London to view the Crown Jewels, guarded by Beefeaters in distinctive Tudor uniforms. Learn about the many famous and royal prisoners held in the dungeons and see the ravens, symbols of the endurance of the Tower. The afternoon is at leisure for shopping or further sightseeing; there is no shortage of great things to see and do in this exciting city. In the evening you are free for dinner. (B)

day 3 | stonehenge, Bath & cardiff castle BanquetDrive to Salisbury Plain to view the huge monoliths of Stonehenge and learn about their history. Next stop in Bath, popular for its natural hot springs with the Romans 2,000years ago and again in the Regency period. Take a short panoramic drive to view elegant row houses and Bath Abbey before visiting the Roman Baths and Pump Room to see many sections still preserved after two millennia. Travel into Wales for a tour around Cardiff Castle, developed in Roman times and transformed into an elaborate Gothic-style castle in the 19th century. Then sit down in the Castle for a fun Welsh banquet with entertainment. (B, D)

hearT of waleS & englanD8 days - 7 nights - departs london

day 1 | london & Welcome dinnerYour trip starts at Heathrow Airport with a pre-booked independent transfer to your hotel. In the evening meet your tour director and fellow travelers and enjoy a welcome drink while you discuss your vacation and the places that you will visit. Then sit down for a welcome dinner in your hotel. (D)

price includes• Group transfer at start

and end of tour• Sightseeing by luxury coach • Accommodation in Superior

& First-Class Hotels with private facilities

• Professional tour director • Full breakfast daily (B)• 6 dinners (D) including:

− Welcome dinner in London − Cardiff Castle Welsh Banquet − 4 Table d’hote dinners

• Welcome get-together drink• Tours of London, Cardiff and

Stratford-upon-Avon• Narrow-gauge train ride

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Oxford and Windsor• Visits and admissions to:

− Tower of London − Stonehenge, − Roman Baths & Pump Room, − Cardiff Castle, − National Slate Museum, − Caernarfon Castle, − Shakespeare s Birthplace − and Windsor Castle


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3-24 May 2014 2206 2787 2118 2675

31 May - 27 Sep 2014 2230 2810 2140 2698

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day 4 | Brecon Beacons & snowdoniaTake a panoramic drive around Cardiff, Wales’ proud capital, to view the principal features and the regenerated Cardiff Bay area. Drive through the gentle hills of Brecon Beacons National Park and continue north through charming countryside, where sheep graze peacefully. Wales is famous for its wool production and its mainly agricultural economy. Take a narrow-gauge train ride through the heart of Snowdonia to admire mountain scenery. Travel to Caernarfon for your next overnight stay. Caernarfon is renowned for its great stone castle, built in 1283 by Edward I, where Charles, the Prince of Wales, was invested in 1969. You may stroll around the narrow old streets after dinner. (B,D)

day 5 | national slate Museum & caernarfon castleToday tour scenic North Wales starting at the National Slate Museum which relates the hardships of this region’s slate industry, developed in Victorian times. As you drive through the countryside view Snowdon, the highest peak in Wales. Pause in the village of Betws-y-Coed before heading to Conwy, a walled town with a huge castle, centuries-old buildings and the smallest house in Britain. Back in Caernarfon, tour Caernarfon Castle, once a vast military stronghold and a royal palace. Explore walkways around the massive walls and battlements that dominate the town. After dinner you may like to check out some of the old pubs around the town. (B,D)

day 6 | llangollen & shakespeare’s stratford-upon-avonDrive through the scenery of North Wales and take a break in the village of Llangollen before heading across the English border into Shropshire. Explore the picturesque town of Bridgnorth to see fine gabled and half-timbered houses. Drive to Stratford-upon-Avon for a panoramic tour around the lovely old town with distinctive black-and-white houses and shops. Visit Shakespeare’s Birthplace to see an exhibition about his life and work. Then enter the house where he was born to see rooms furnished as they would have been in his day. Check in to your nearby Tudor-style hotel and enjoy free time before dinner. (B,D)

day 7 | cotswolds & Windsor castleDrive through part of the Cotswolds and stop in the village of Broadway to look at quaint old houses built of honey-hued stone. Drive south to Oxford for a walking tour through the historic city to learn about the most famous colleges, including Christ Church College, founded in 1524, and the many prominent graduates. Take some time for a browse around Oxford on your own. A short drive will bring you to Windsor to visit Windsor Castle, one of The Queen’s official residences and the largest occupied castle in the world. Marvel at the size of the castle and walk through the State Apartments. Check in to your hotel, close to the Castle, for a farewell dinner with your travel group. After dinner, take a brief stroll around the town. (B,D)

day 8 | tour Ends heathrow airportTravel by group coach transfer to arrive at Heathrow Airport at either 7:00 am or 10:00 am to allow plenty of time for check in formalities. (B)

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day 1 | heathrow airport & Windsor castleStart your tour at Heathrow Airport with a transfer to your hotel in Windsor. At 2:30 pm depart your hotel to visit Windsor Castle, residence of The Queen and the largest inhabited castle in the world. See the State Apartments and courtyards. In the evening meet your tour director and trip participants over a welcome drink to discuss your itinerary before dining in your hotel. (D)

day 2 | cotswolds & shakespeare’s BirthplaceHead out into the English countryside today and travel through the Cotswolds. This region was important in the Middle Ages when the wool produced was vital to the economy. Most of the villages date back centuries and are built in the local warm-toned stone. Stop in one of the villages to take photos before driving to Stratford-upon-Avon. Here visit Shakespeare’s Birthplace to see an exhibition about his life and work. Then enter the house where he was born to see rooms furnished as they would have been in his day. Drive north to Yorkshire and check in to your traditional hotel in central Harrogate. (B,D)

day 3 | York Minster & scottish EveningDrive to nearby York for a walking tour through medieval streets to see black and white half-timbered houses. Stroll along the Shambles, one of narrowest alleyways where the overhanging upper floors almost form an arch across the street. Tour the stately York Minster, which is renowned for stained glass windows. Travel through the Northumberland National Park and pause in Jedburgh to view the abbey ruins. Continue through the countryside of the Scottish Borders to Edinburgh where your hotel is just a few miles outside the city. Enjoy a Scottish Evening with dinner and entertainment. (B,D)

day 4 | Edinburgh castle & Guided city tourExplore Edinburgh this morning, starting in the 200-year-old “New Town” with its Georgian houses where many famous writers and inventors lived. See the Royal Mile where the medieval houses are clustered together with some as high as 11 floors. Tour Edinburgh Castle to see the Crown Jewels of Scotland and the Stone of Destiny. The afternoon is free for independent activities. On 3 to 17 August 2014 departures watch the Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo on the Castle Esplanade. (B)

day 5 | lake district & Beatles’ liverpoolStop in Gretna Green, the first village across the border from England where couples used to cross into Scotland to be married at the Old Blacksmith’s Shop. Drive through the Lake District, a region associated with Beatrix Potter. Stop in Grasmere where the poet William Wordsworth spent some time. Continue to Liverpool to visit The Beatles Story where you can hear their music and learn about their lives and work. Check in to your hotel and after dinner you may head to the world-famous Cavern Club. (B,D)

day 6 | tintern abbey & cardiff castle BanquetDrive through Shropshire, one of the most unspoiled parts of rural England and close to the Welsh border. Stop in Ludlow, a town that can trace its origins back 900 years, to see the castle and old black-and- white houses. Continue through the Welsh countryside to visit the ruins of Tintern Abbey, founded in 1131. Continue to Cardiff, the youngest and fastest-growing capital city in Europe. Visit Cardiff Castle, which dates back nearly 2,000 years. See the 19th century fairy-tale apartments and then enjoy a great Welsh banquet right in the Castle. (B,D)

day 7 | roman Baths & stonehengeTake a tour around the highlights of Cardiff including the older buildings as well as the Wales Millennium Centre. A short drive will bring you to the spa city of Bath, popular for its natural hot springs with the Romans 2,000 years ago and again in the 18th century Regency period. Visit the Roman Baths and Pump Room. At Salisbury Plain marvel at the vast monoliths of Stonehenge. Continue into London and check in to your hotel. (B)

day 8 | tower of london & tourToday explore London on an independent open-top sightseeing bus tour – you have a choice of routes around London’s famous landmarks so you may get on and off wherever you wish. There is also a walking tour and a River Thames cruise. Visit either the Tower of London to view the Crown Jewels or Kensington Palace, home of Princess Diana. In the evening you are free for dinner. (B)

day 9 | tour Ends heathrow airportTake a transfer to Heathrow Airport in time for check in formalities. Transfers to Gatwick Airport can be arranged at additional cost. (B)

the Best of Britain 9 days / 8 nights (Sunday Departures) - Prices from

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9 - 23 Mar 2014 2245 3073 2155 2950

30 Mar - 20 Apr 2014, 26 Oct - 23 Nov 2014 2276 3104 2276 2185

27 Apr - 22 Jun 2014, 24 Aug - 28 Sep 2014 2384 3213 2289 3084

29 Jun - 27 Jul 2014 2415 3244 2319 3114

3-17 Aug 2014 2593 3422 2490 3285

5-19 Oct 2014 2369 3197 2274 3069

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Left to right: Oxford University © Britain on view; Changing of the Guard, London © Britain on view; Stonehenge © Britain on view

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• Welcome get-together drink• Walking tours of Windsor & York• Tours of Edinburgh and Cardiff• London open-top bus tour with

Tower of London or Kensington Palace visit

• Reserved seats for Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo on 3 to 17 August 2014 departures

• Visits and admissions to: Windsor Castle, Shakespeare’s Birthplace, York Minster, Edinburgh Castle, Old Blacksmith’s Shop at Gretna Green, The Beatles Story, Tintern Abbey, Cardiff Castle, Roman Baths & Pump Room, Stonehenge and Tower of London


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• 13 full breakfasts daily (B) • 8 dinners (D) including

− Welcome dinner in London − Scottish Evening in Edinburgh − Pub dinner & traditional show

in Dublin − Cardiff Castle Welsh Banquet − 4 table d’hote dinners

• 1 lunch (L) • Welcome get-together drink• Tours of London, Edinburgh,

Belfast, Dublin and Cardiff • London open-top bus tour

with Tower of London or Kensington Palace visit

• Walking tours of Cambridge, York, Derry, Dublin’s Trinity College and Waterford

• Reserved seats for Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo on 3 to 17 August 2014 departures

• Round trip ferry transportation between Britain & Ireland & across River Shannon

• Horse-drawn jaunting car ride in Killarney

• Visits and admissions to: − Tower Bridge Exhibition, − York Minster, − Alnwick Castle & Garden, − Edinburgh Castle, − Giant’s Causeway, − Titanic Belfast, − Book of Kells at

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day 1 | london arrival & tourStart your trip at Heathrow Airport with an independent transfer to your hotel. At 2:00 pm take a panoramic tour of central London to see famous landmarks including Piccadilly Circus, Nelson’s Column, Trafalgar Square and Big Ben. Visit Tower Bridge Experience for stunning London views and learn about the inner workings of this famous bridge. In the evening meet your tour director for a welcome drink before dinner in your hotel. (D)

day 2 | tower of london & city sightsToday you may schedule your London sightseeing when you take an open-top bus tour around the many famous landmarks. There are a number of different bus routes as well as a walking tour and a cruise on the River Thames. Visit either the Tower of London to view the magnificent Crown Jewels or Kensington Palace, home of Princess Diana. You are free to choose a restaurant to dine independently. (B)

day 3 |cambridge & York Walking toursVisit Cambridge for a stroll past some of the famous colleges, including King’s College, and the Mathematical Bridge over the River Cam. Head north to York for a walking tour to appreciate narrow streets and medieval houses. The stately York Minster, with towers and stained glass, is the highlight of the walk. Check in to your hotel and relax before dinner. (B,D)

day 4 |alnwick castle & Edinburgh EveningHead north to visit Alnwick Castle, the second largest inhabited castle in England. View the lavish State Rooms with a stunning array of art, portraits and furniture. The Alnwick Garden is beautifully landscaped and enhanced with architectural and water features. Travel through the scenic Northumberland National Park and make a brief stop in Jedburgh to view the ruins of the abbey. Drive to Edinburgh and enjoy dinner at a Scottish Evening with bagpipes, dancing and song. (B,D)

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day 5 | Edinburgh castle & Guided city tourDiscover Edinburgh’s highlights on a city tour. See the Georgian “New Town” with streets and the medieval city along the Royal Mile. Tour Edinburgh Castle to view the Crown Jewels of Scotland and the Stone of Destiny. The rest of the day is free for independent activities. On 3 to 17 August 2014 departures, experience the world-famous Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo. (B)

day 6 | titanic Belfast & Ballygally castle stayThis morning will be an early start as you drive to Cairnryan for a short ferry ride to Belfast. Take a panoramic tour to see the highlights, including Victorian buildings, the impressive City Hall and the shipyards where RMS Titanic was built in 1912. Visit Titanic Belfast to learn about this ill-fated famous liner through state-of-the-art displays. Continue to historic Ballygally Castle Hotel in time for dinner and your overnight stay. (B,D)

day 7 | Giant’s causeway & derry WalkTravel along the scenic coastal route of the “Nine Glens of Antrim” and visit the Giant’s Causeway, hexagonal columns formed by volcanic activity over 60 million years ago. The enormous rocks have spawned legends about the mythical giant, Finn McCool. Continue to Derry for a walking tour around the medieval city walls with a local guide. Drive south to your Victorian hotel located on Dublin Bay, a few miles from the city and dine on your own this evening. (B)

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day 8 | dublin tour & pub dinnerThis morning tour central Dublin to see spacious Georgian squares and streets, landmark public buildings and graceful townhouses. Take a guided tour of Trinity College’s campus and view the Book of Kells in the Old Library. The afternoon is free and enjoy dinner at a Dublin Pub followed by a show with Irish music and dance. (B,D)

day 9 | cliffs of Moher & KillarneyThis morning drive through central Ireland to view the Cliffs of Moher on the west coast. These magnificent cliffs extend for five miles and rise to heights of almost 700 feet and offer wonderful views of Galway Bay and the Aran Islands. Take a ferry across the River Shannon Estuary to reach Killarney. Check in to your centrally-located hotel. (B,D)

day 10 | skellig Experience & sheepdogsTake a leisurely jaunting car ride to Ross Castle, set on Lough Leane. Then embark on the Ring of Kerry tour for constantly-changing vistas of mountains, open Atlantic Ocean, beaches and cliffs. Visit the Skellig Experience to learn about early Christian monks and savour a casual lunch. Stop at Moll’s Gap for panoramic views before returning to Killarney. (B, L)

day 11 | Blarney castle & Waterford crystalVisit Blarney Castle this morning to kiss the “Stone of Eloquence” and shop at the Blarney Woollen Mills. Travel to Waterford and at the House of Waterford Crystal see how glass is blown and cut by master craftspeople and view a collection of trophies. In the evening take a walking tour with a local guide to discover the history of this old port city. (B,D)

day 12 | south Wales & cardiff castle BanquetDepart Waterford early this morning to catch the ferry from Rosslare to South Wales. Journey through South Wales where coal used to be mined to Cardiff and take a brief tour of the city. Head to Cardiff Castle, developed in Roman times and transformed into an Gothic-style residence in the 19th century. A tour of the Castle is followed by a fun Welsh banquet. (B,D)

day 13 | roman Baths & stonehengeThis morning drive to Bath, popular for its natural hot springs with the Romans 2,000 years ago and again in the 18th century. Tour the Roman Baths and Pump Room, well preserved after two millennia and view stately Regency mansions. Drive to Salisbury Plain to view the prehistoric circle of vast monoliths at Stonehenge. Continue to your London hotel again. (B)

day 14 | tour Ends heathrow airport or extra day in londonIf you are on a 14-day tour, transfer to Heathrow Airport to arrive by 9:00 am (B).

tHE giant’s causEWay The Giant’s Causeway is an area of about 40,000 interlocking basalt columns, the result of an ancient volcanic eruption. It is located on the northeast coast of Northern Ireland, about two miles (3 km) north of the town of Bushmills. It was declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 1986, and a National Nature Reserve in 1987 by the Department of the Environment for Northern Ireland.

In a 2005 poll of Radio Times readers, the Giant’s Causeway was named as the fourth greatest natural wonder in the United Kingdom. The tops of the columns form stepping stones that lead from the cliff foot and disappear under the sea. Most of the columns are hexagonal, although there are also some with four, five, seven and eight sides. The tallest are about 12 metres (36 ft) high, and the solidified lava in the cliffs is 28 metres thick in places.The Giant’s Causeway is today owned and managed by the National Trust and it is the most-popular tourist attraction in Northern Ireland!

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Left to right: Blarney Castle where you can kiss the “Stone of Eloquence”; The Rock of Cashel; Roman Baths, Bath

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day 15 | tour Ends heathrow airportTransfer to Heathrow Airport to arrive by 9:00 am (B).

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Devon & Cornwall9 days - 8 nights - self-drive touring | from london

day 1 | arrive londonIndividual arrival to Gatwick or Heathrow airport. Overnight in a hotel near the airport.

day 2 |london – stonehenge – plymouthStart with a journey to Salisbury where you can visit Stonehenge. Stonehenge is a unique, prehistoric World Heritage Site. Continue to Wardour Castle, rarely visited due to limited access. Built in the late 14th century by John Lord Lovel, the hexagonal ruins of this medieval castle stand in landscaped gardens by Capability Brown. Your journey continues through the Wiltshire countryside where you will see many quaint villages. This afternoon enjoy a visit to Montacute House - a Elizabethan house, adorned with chimneys, carved parapets and gardens. Continue to Plymouth/Torquay for overnight.

day 3 | torquayToday, travel along the coastline of the English Riviera to Torquay. Torquay’s famous seven hills provide the backdrop to a waterfront scene that matches anything you’ll find on the French Riviera. Stunning views are to be seen just about every where across the Bay, out over the English Channel, along the 40 miles of Lyme Bay to Portland Bill or inland towards the Tors of Dartmoor. Return to Plymouth for overnight.

day 4 | dartmoorThis morning start off with a tour of the Castle Drogo, which has views of the countryside. Continue the day with a tour of Dartmoor National Park, the ‘Hound of the Baskerville’ country. Dartmoor is now the least-inhabited part of England. See wild Dartmoor Ponies, wooded valleys with quaint thatched cottages and heather clad moors. Your first stop will be Buckland-in-the-Moor, one of the most picturesque thatch and granite villages in Dartmoor. Drive through Dartmeet at the confluence of the East and West Dart Rivers. The next stop is Grimspound, an impressive site of Bronze Age huts built 4,000 years ago! Make a stop at Becky Falls with its woodland walks and a viewing platform over the 72 foot falls. Return to your hotel for overnight.

day 5 |tintagel castle, pencarrow & padstowThis morning continue our journey to Cornwall. Visit Cotehele, a Tudor house in the Tamar valley filled with antique textiles, armour and furniture. The gardens draw people from around the world. Next visit Tintagel Castle, the legendary birthplace of King Arthur. Continue to Pencarrow, the home of the Molesworth-St Aubyn family. Enjoy a tour of this residence and see all the things the family loves best. After lunch, continue to the fishing village of Padstow. The harbour is often crowded with fishing boats and yachts. The tiny houses seem to tumble over each other toward the harbour. Sample the local delights of Cornish ice-cream. Overnight in Penzance/Falmouth Area.

day 6 | st ives & st Michael’s MountAfter breakfast, travel to St Ives, an old fishing village with narrow alleyways, steep slopes and seafood restaurants. You can take time to visit the studios of working artists after a visit to the Tate Gallery. Continue to St Michael’s Mount where, according to Cornish legend, the Archangel St Michael appeared. This is a rocky island crowned by a medieval castle and church which is accessible on foot at low tide across a causeway or at other times by a short boat trip. You can enjoy a guided tour of the castle. Return to your hotel for overnight.

day 7 | trebah Gardens & st MawesThis morning start the day with a visit to Trebah Gardens which enjoy a stunning location. Discover 26 acres of sub-tropical paradise, explore under canopies bursting with exotic blooms and follow tunnels of colour that cascade down to a private beach on the Helford River. A recognised area of outstanding natural beauty, you will rhododendrons and magnolias.Continue to the fishing village of St Mawes where you will have time to explore the narrow streets. Enjoy a visit to the Waterside Art Gallery which features the work of many local artists. After lunch, continue to St Mawes Castle. It is the finest example of Tudor military architecture, built by King Henry VIII to defend England from an impending French invasion. Continue onto picturesque Newquay. Return to your hotel for overnight.

day 8 | somerset – london Today, tour through Somerset en route to London. This is a county famed for its cider apples. Enjoy a tour of Burrow Hill Cider at Pass Vale Farm. You will have the opportunity to view the copper stills and sample the cider and cider brandy amongst oak vats, barrels and presses – all associated with 150 years of cider making. Continue on to Winchester. Once in the town enjoy a visit to Winchester Cathedral which dates from 1079 with a church on this site since 648. Jane Austen is buried here in the north aisle. Continue to London and overnight in a hotel near Gatwick/Heathrow airport.

day 9 | departureAfter enjoying breakfast in your hotel, transfer to the airport and join your flight home or continue your stay in Britain.

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day 1 | arrive BathArrive in Bath area where you will spend two nights. Bath is a unique city; its hot springs, Roman Baths, Abbey and Georgian stone crescents have attracted visitors for centuries. Set in rolling countryside, just over 100 miles west of London, it is a beautiful and unforgettable place to visit.

day 2 | BathSpend today exploring the city of Bath. Designated by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site, Bath is home to some of the finest architectural sights in Europe such as the Royal Crescent, the Circus and Pulteney Bridge alongside an extensive collection of museums and attractions. Discover Bath's heritage at the world-famous Roman Baths, bathe in Britain's only natural thermal waters at Thermae Bath Spa or visit the 15th century Bath Abbey. Return to your accommodation in the Bath area.

day 3 | stratford-upon-avonAfter breakfast enjoy the scenery as you travel through the Cotswolds to Stratford-upon-Avon. You will visit Shakespeare's Birthplace, where he was born on April 23, 1564 and died on the same date 52 years later, as well as the Shakespeare Centre. Make a visit to Holy Trinity Church, the parish church where Shakespeare is buried, located near the River Avon. Visit Anne Hathaway’s House, made famous on chocolate boxes and tea towels. The cottage is located in Shottery, which lies a mile west of Stratford. The cottage belonged to the Hathaway family. Although referred to as a cottage, it is actually a, twelve-roomed, Elizabethan farmhouse. Parts of the building structure date back further than the 15th century. Overnight at your hotel in the Stratford area.

day 4 | stratford-upon-avonContinue your exploration of all things Shakespeare with a visit to Mary Arden’s Cottage, the home of William Shakespeare’s mother now transformed into a countryside museum. The barns and outbuildings, together with the adjoining Glebe farm, now house the Shakespeare Countryside Museum. This afternoon visit Warwick Castle, Britain’s Greatest Medieval Experience. The towers and ramparts offer views of the Castle grounds and the town of Warwick. The dungeon and torture chamber contrast with the elegance of the state rooms and the baronial great hall. Return to your hotel.

day 5 | shrewsburyToday you will visit the town of Shrewsbury on the border between England & Wales. Shrewsbury has been called ‘England’s finest Tudor town’ with good reason, black and white properties are everywhere and over 660 listed buildings all linked by ancient shuts or passageways. Charles Darwin’s statue stands outside the library, erected in 1894. Shrewsbury is also known as the ‘Town of Flowers’, having won floral awards and accolades such as a gold medals in the National Britain in Bloom competition and the European Entente Florale competition. The towns Quarry Park provides the setting for the annual Shrewsbury Flower Show during the summer. Continue to the Caernarfon/Llangollen area for overnight.

day 6 | snowdonia national parkStart today with a visit to Caernarfon Castle. Caernarfon is possibly the most striking medieval monument in Wales. Begun in 1283 by Edward I, Caernarfon was constructed as military stronghold and also as a seat of government and royal palace. Its unique towers, battlements and colour-banded walls were designed to echo Constantinople. This afternoon is spent exploring the Snowdonia National Park. The park, which has the Welsh name ‘Eryri’ meaning ‘the place of the eagles’, is an area of outstanding natural beauty covering 838 square miles. Return to your accommodation in Caernarfon/Llangollen for overnight.

day 7 | chesterAfter breakfast, depart for the town of Chester. Encircled by a two-mile ring of Roman and medieval walls, Chester is a rare blend of the ancient and traditional with modern cosmopolitan chic. Continue through the Peak District. In the northern area you can roam on wild open moorland with views overlooking sites such as the Derwent Dams. Visit grand houses such as Chatsworth with its farmyard, or the caverns at Castleton featuring Blue John stone, stalactites and stalagmites. Travel on to Nottingham area where you will stay overnight.

day 8 | nottinghamToday discover the legend of Robin Hood. Visit the home of the Sheriff of Nottingham at Nottingham Castle. Wander through the museum and art gallery, and take a souvenir photo at the statue. Have lunch at Ye Olde Trip to Jerusalem, said to be the oldest inn in England. Spend the afternoon at the Tales of Robin Hood, the city centre attraction which brings the legend to life. Travel on to the Cambridge area where you will stay overnight.

day 9 | cambridgeToday is spent exploring the University City of Cambridge. Its famous Colleges are home to over 17,000 students – Kings College Chapel is a familiar image all over the world. Cambridge’s heritage also includes an outstanding record of scientific and artistic achievements – Newton, Darwin, Wordsworth, Milton, Ian McKellan, John Cleese and Zadie Smith were all educated here. Cambridge is rich in museums, ancient churches and historical tradition. Visit the Fitzwilliam Museum, or the Round Church, one of only 4 round churches in Britain. The University College Gardens are one of the great secret delights of the city. Return to your hotel in the Cambridge area.

day 10 | depart cambridgeAfter enjoying breakfast in your hotel, transfer to the airport and join your flight home or continue your stay in Britain.


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norMandy l andingsThe Normandy Landings were the landing operations of the Allied Invasion of Normandy, during World War II. The landings commenced on 6 June 1944 (D-Day) and took place along a 50-mile (80 km) stretch of the Normandy coast divided into five sectors: Utah, Omaha, Gold, Juno and Sword. The beaches at Normandy are still referred to on maps and signposts by their invasion codenames. There are several vast cemeteries in the area.

Falaise d’Aval, Normandy

st Malo City of PiratesWalled and built with the same grey granite stone as Mont St-Michel, St. Malo was originally a fortified island at the mouth of the Rance, controlling not only the estuary but the open sea beyond.

In later centuries it became notorious as the home of a fierce breed of pirate-mariners.The corsaires of St-Malo not only forced English ships passing up the Channel to pay tribute, but also brought wealth from further afield.

St-Malo is the most visited place in Brittany, thanks more to its superb old citadelle. From outside the walls, the dignified ensemble of the old city might seem stern and forbidding, but passing through into the streets within the walls brings you into a busy, lively town full of character.

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paris is one of the most-fascinating cities in Europe, and tourists to this wonderful city will find that things to see and do are almost limitless! Known as the ‘City of Light’, the beauty of Paris is overwhelming and architectural and artistic heritage combine to make any visit an unforgettable experience! The city of Paris got its name from the Parisii, a tribe of Gauls who settled on the Ile de la Cité between 250 and 200 B.C.

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Name: French RepublicRépublique française (French)

Location/Time Zone: Central European Time (UST+1)

Size: 674,843 km2

Capital: Paris

Currency: The Euro € (EUR)

Motto: Liberté, Égalité, Fraternité(Liberty, Equality, Fraternity)

Official Language: French

Population:65,073,482(January 1, 2009 estimate)

Calling code: +33

FRANCE is one of the world’s most popular tourist destinations offering an abundance of culture and scenery. Paris, Avignon, Provence, Lyon, Beaune, Loire Valley to name a few are steeped in history and offer their unique atmosphere and charm.

loirE vallEyLoire Valley (French: Vallée de la Loire) is known as the Garden of France and the Cradle of the French Language. It is also noteworthy for the quality of its architectural heritage, in its historic towns such as Amboise, Angers, Blois, Chinon, Nantes, Orléans, Saumur, and Tours, but in particular for its world-famous castles, such as the Châteaux d’Amboise, Château de Chambord, Château de Villandry and Chenonceau and more particularly its many cultural monuments, which illustrate to an exceptional degree the ideals of the Renaissance and the Age of the Enlightenment on western European thought and design

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day 1 | arrive parisArrive Paris. Day at leisure.Overnight at the Victoria Palace.

day 2 | paris - Mont saint-MichelTake the Normandy motorway to reach Mont Saint Michel Bay. Stop for lunch at Restaurant Relais St. Michel. Ascend to the Abbey (by the ramparts or by the village) located on the top of the rocky island situated in the biggest bay in Europe. The Mont Saint-Michel Abbey, rightly named “The Marvel of the Western World” is still one of the most-famous pilgrimage centres since the Middle Ages and is recognized as a World Heritage site by UNESCO. The guided visit covers the interior of the Abbey. Return to Paris by 9:45 p.m. Overnight at the Victoria Palace, Paris. (B)

day 3 | depart paris Depart after breakfast or extend your stay in Paris. (B)

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Left: Mont Saint-Michel, Right: Chateau and garden Villandry;

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PariS & MonT SainT-MiChel 3 days - 2 nights - paris city package

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day 1 | paris - angersDrive across the region of Normandy. Brunch at l’Aigle with drinks included. Guided visit to the abbey of Mont Saint-Michel. Free time to visit the village. Dinner and overnight in Angers at the Hotel Mercure-Lac de Maine or similar. (D)

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day 2 | châteaux countryAngers (view the Château from outside). Pass by Cunault and Saumur. Guided visit to the Château of Langeais. Amboise: lunch - own arrangements. Afternoon guided visit to the Château of Chenonceau. Pass by Cheverny. Guided visit to the Castle of Chambord. Return to Paris at approximately 9:00 p.m. (B)

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Exterior, Victoria Palace

The Victoria Palace Hotel has been a landmark on the Left Bank since 1913 and served as a Parisian home to such major figures as the Irish writer James Joyce and the Italian painter Giorgio de Chirico. It has 62 spacious and luxurious guest rooms, junior suites and one bedroom suites. The hotel remains faithful to a very traditional idea of Parisian elegance.

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day 2 |saint Malo and Mont saint MichelDepart for Caen towards Saint-Malo located in the Brittany region. Guided visit of the town including a walk along the ramparts and the cathedral. After lunch (free-time) depart for Mont St. Michel (frontier between the Brittany and Normandy regions). Cont nue the afternoon with a guided visit of the abbey and free-time for strolling and shopping. Depart for Paris at approximately 4.30p.m. with a stop en-route. Arrive Paris at approximately 9.15 p.m. (B)

norManDy / SainT-Malo anD MonT SainT MiChel 2 days - 1 night - Extended coach tour from paris

loire valley CaSTleS 2 days - 1 night - Extended coach tour from paris

day 1 | amboise, clos lucé, toursCross the southern districts of Paris to take the Aquitaine motorway. A guided visit of the Amboise Castle overlooking the Loire River offers an excellent introduction to the history of the region. Free-time will be allocated for lunch. The afternoon continues with a guided visit of the Clos-Lucé, Leonardo da Vinci's last dwelling and the gardens of Villandry. We then visit the old historic districts of Tours. Dinner and accommodation at the Mercure Tours Nord hotel (or similar). (D)

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• Breakfast included (B)• Evening meal at your hotel• Guided visits as per itinerary• First-Class tour coach throughout• Service charges and taxes

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3 Apr - 9 Oct 2014 (Thursdays) 619 681 552

Departs 7:15a.m. Thursdays except June 5, August 28, September 4 and special events.*Child staying with 2 adults

day 1 | paris, rouen, honfleur, omaha Beach, caenTravel alonge the Normandy motorway for our first stop at Rouen, for a walking tour in the old town before continuing to Honfleur. On the way between Rouen and Honfleur, view the newly-built Normandy bridge. Honfleur: free-time for lunch. We continue to the beaches of Normandy and pass by the Landing Beaches of Omaha. Visit the American Cemetery of Saint-Laurent. Arromanches (Stop). Dinner and overnight stay at Novotel Caen (or similar). (D)

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day 1 | rouen, honfleur, normandy, landing Beaches, caenTravel along the Normandy motorway for your first stop at Rouen for a walking tour in the old town before continuing to Honfleur. On the way between Rouen and Honfleur, view the newly built Normandy bridge. In Honfleur you have free time for lunch. Continue to the beaches of Normandy and the American Landing Beaches of Omaha. Visit the American Cemetery of Saint-Laurent. Stop at Arromanches. Dinner and overnight stay at Novotel Caen, or similar. (D)

day 2 | saint Malo, Mont saint Michel, angersDepart Caen at 7:30 a.m. for Brittany. Guided visit of St Malo (ramparts, the cathedral, etc). After lunch (free-time) depart for Mont Saint-Michel (frontier between Brittany and Normandy regions) for a guided-visit of the Abbey followed by free-time. Depart around 4.30 p.m. Dinner and overnight stay at Hotel Mercure Lac de Maine, Angers or similar. (B,D)

day 3 | langeais castle, amboise, clos lucé, villandry, toursWe depart Angers at 8:00 a.m. (Short stop at Château d’Angers for photo-stop) and pass by Cunault and Saumur. Guided visit to the Castle of Langeais before lunch (free time) at Amboise. After noon visit to the Clos-Lucé, last dwelling of Leonardo da Vinci. We then visit of the Gardens of Villandry Castle. Visit the historic districts of Tours. Dinner and overnight stay at the Hotel Mercure Tours Nord, Tours, or similar. (B,D)

day 4 | chenonceau, cheverny, chambordFor our final day in the Loire Valley, our itinerary includes guided visits to Chenonceau, Cheverny and Chambord Châteaux with a farewell lunch at the Hotel Saint-Hubert at Cheverny. Depart Chambord at approximately 4.30 p.m. Return to Paris at approximately 9.00 p.m. (B)

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day 1 |paris - Mont saint-Michel - angersDrive across the region of Normandy. Brunch at l’Aigle with drinks included. Guided visit to the Abbey of Mont Saint-Michel. Free-time to visit the village. Dinner and overnight at Angers. Hotel Mercure-Lac de Maine, Angers or similar. (D)

day 2 | chateaux countryAngers (view of chateau from outside). Pass by Cunault and Saumur. Guided visit to the Chateau of Langeais. Amboise: lunch - own arrangements. Guided visit to the Clos-Lucé, the last dwelling of Leonardo da Vinci. Visit the gardens of Villandry. Guided walking-tour in the charming oldest part of the city of Tours. Dinner and overnight at Tours. Hotel Mercure Tours Nord, Tours or similar. (B,D)

day 3 | cheverny - parisGuided visit to the Chateau of Chenonceau. We continue for a guided visit of the Château de Cheverny and lunch. Guided-visit to the Chateau of Chambord. Return to Paris at approximately 7:00p.m. (B)

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castle route 1,000km, castles and palaces.Mannheim (Elector’s Palace), Heidelberg (Old Town, Castle), Neckarsteinach (Four-Castle Town), Bad Rappenau (Moated Palace), Rothenburg (historic buildings, Crime & Punishment Museum, Christmas Museum), Nuremberg (Old Town, Kaiserburg Castle), Bamberg (UNESCO, Altenburg Castle), Kulmbach (Plassenburg Castle), Bayreuth (Festival Town, Wagner).

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cheese route500km, traditionally-made raw-milk cheeses & dairies. Holtsee (Dairy co-op, Cheese cellar, shops and guided tours), Molfsee (open-air museum), Kiel (Laboe Village, harbour), Glücksburg (moated castle, rosarium, Mencke Planetarium, “artefact” energy infotainment centre), Horst (Dannwisch Cheese Dairy), Bendorf (Lohmühle cheese makers) Plön (Lakes, castle), Oster-Ohrstedt (raw-milk cheese dairy) Ratzeburg (island town surrounded by four lakes).

fairy tale route600km, fairytales, myths, legends & culture.Bremen (Town Musicians), Hamlyn (The Pied Piper’s Town), Hanau (Birthplace and memorial to the Brothers Grimm), Hofgeismar (Sleeping Beauty’s Castle: Sababurg), Kassel (Capital of the German Fairytale Route, Brothers Grimm Museum), Polle (Cinderella), Schwalmstadt (Little Red Riding Hood country), Steinau (Brothers Grimm House), Schauenburg (Märchenwache Arts and Exhibition Centre), Trendelburg (Rapunzel).

Wine route85km, wine, culture, nature, relaxation & fun.Bockenheim (Our Lady of the Grapes, St. Lambert’s Church), Grünstadt (historic monuments), Bad Dürkheim (Giant wine barrel) Wachenheim (Castle) Deidesheim (Parish Church, museum) Neustadt (Half-timbered houses, railway museum, Hambach Castle), Edenboken (Old vintner’s houses), Bad Bergzabern (Palaces, Petronella Spa), Schweigen-Rechtenback (Gateway to the Wine Route).

Left-to-right: Children in costume,Düsseldorf, Neuschwanstein Castle, Heidelberg Castle, Beer drinking at Munich Festival

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Name: Federal Republic of GermanyBundesrepublik Deutschland (German)


Size: 357,021 km2

Capital: Berlin

Currency: The Euro € (EUR)

Motto: “Einigkeit und Recht und Freiheit” (Unity, Justice and Freedom)

Official Language: German

Population: 81.89 million (2012)

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The Pied Piper is a legend about the abduction of children from the town of Hamelin (Hameln). Famous versions of the legend are given by the Brothers Grimm.

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• Welcome dinner• Farewell dinner in Hamelin• Entrance fees, tickets &

other services: − Wartburg Castle, Eisenach, − Harbour Cruise, Hamburg, − Green Vault, Dresden or

Museum of your choice in Dresden

• Professional bilingual English/Spanish speaking guide throughout the tour

• Excursions and city tours not marked as optional in itinerary

• Baggage handling (1 piece per person)


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day 1 | frankfurt – Eisenach – Weimar Depart Frankfurt in the morning and drive eastward to Eisenach, dominated by Wartburg Castle. Visit one of the most important buildings of German history and see the room where Martin Luther in only eleven weeks translated the New Testament. Three hundred years before, St. Elizabeth of Thuringia spent almost all her life at the Wartburg. Afterwards, we continue to a cultural treasure, Weimar, where numerous famous persons like Goethe, Schiller, Liszt and Richard Strauss lived and worked. In the evening a Welcome Dinner will be served at our hotel. Overnight at Hotel Leonardo or similar. (D)

day 2 | Weimar – dresdenAfter breakfast drive to Dresden, the capital of the Free State of Saxony. On a city tour see one of the loveliest cities of central Europe! Due to its mild climate, the baroque architecture and the renowned museums, Dresden is also called ‘Florence of the Elbe’. See the Semper Opera House, the baroque Zwinger, the Green Vault and, overall, the restored Frauenkirche. Nowadays, it is hard to believe that after the bombing in 1945 the city centre was completely destroyed. The rest of the day is free for own activities. Overnight at Park Inn or similar. (B)

day 3 | dresden – Wittenberg – potsdam – BerlinToday we return to the traces of Luther and visit Wittenberg where the reformation started on 31 October 1517 when Martin, according to history, nailed his 95 theses to the portal of the Castle Church. Afterwards, we depart towards Potsdam and the impressive courtyards of Sanssouci Palace, the former summer residence of Frederick the Great, King of Prussia. In the late afternoon we arrive at Berlin. Overnight at Berlin Charlottenburg or similar. (B)

day 4 | BerlinDuring a city tour see all the highlights of Germany’s capital and most-exciting city! See Brandenburg Gate, Reichstag, the Victory Column, Palace Bellevue, Kaiser-Wilhelm-Memorial Church, Checkpoint Charlie, remains of the Wall, Boulevard Unter den Linden and the Berliner Dom (Berlin Cathedral). The afternoon is free for own activities. Take the opportunity to do an optional boat trip which gives you some memorable views from the Channel Spree. Please just ask your guide! Overnight at Berlin Charlottenburg or similar. (B)

day 5 | Berlin – hamburgToday we head north. Our first stop is Hamburg. Enjoy all the main sights of this booming city like St. Michälis Church (called Michel), St. Pauli Quarter, Landungsbrücken, Speicherstadt and the brand-new Hafen City before discovering Germany’s largest port on a typical harbour cruise. The evening is free, maybe for a walk along the Reeperbahn? This amusement district originally was visited by sailors who were able to spend a whole six months pay in only one happy night! Nowadays, of course, you can also see more ‘civilised’ areas. Overnight at Best Western Queens Hotel or similar. (B)

day 6 | hamburg – Bremen – hamelinAfter breakfast depart for Bremen, the free Hanseatic city at River Weser with an old tradition of seafaring. See ‘Roland’ at the Market Square, the cathedral, the city hall and the bronze statue of Grimms’ Bremer Stadtmusikanten. Rub the donkey’s hooves and a wish comes true! After a walk through the narrow streets of Schnoor Quarter with tiny houses, we turn travel the famous German Fairy Tale Route. In the afternoon we reach Hamelin, a city known for the Pied Piper, another legend that appears in the writings of the Brothers Grimm. Its former wealth – due to its favourable location as a trading centre on the River Weser, was reflected in its lavishly decorated houses. The delightful centre is a listed site of historical interest. After check-in at the hotel, celebrate our farewell dinner. Overnight at Mercure Hotel or similar. (B,D)

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day 7 | hamelin – frankfurtAlong the Weser River follow the Fairy Tale Route towards the small and unique city of Hann Münden. Never destroyed, Hann Münden is one the best-preserved half-timbered places in Germany. Enjoy this jewel of Weser Renaissance style before we continue our trip to Frankfurt. On the way to the south we make stops along the road, depending on the weather and traffic situation. In the afternoon we reach Frankfurt where a panoramic city tour of Germany’s financial capital awaits us. Overnight at InterCity Hotel or similar. (B)

day 8 | frankfurtOur exciting journey ends with breakfast at the hotel. (B)

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• Welcome dinner in Rothenburg• Farewell dinner in Heidelberg• Entrance fees, tickets

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(only courtyard) − Olympic Tower, Munich, − Heidelberg Castle

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• All excursions and city tours not marked as optional in the itinerary & baggage handling (1 piece per person)


day 1 |frankfurt – Würzburg – rothenburg Depart Frankfurt in the morning for a drive through the Spessart Mountains to Würzburg. Enjoy a tour of the Residence, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Continue on the Romantic Road to Rothenburg, Germany’s “Jewel of the Middle Ages“. Partake in a walking tour which includes a visit to the Jakobskirche with an altar by Tilman Riemenschneider. Enjoy a welcome dinner with a welcome drink. Afterwards join the tour with Night Watchman Overnight at Hotel Eisenhut or similar. (D)

day 4 | füssen – hohenschwangau – linderhof – rottenbuch – füssenFrom Füssen it is only a short trip to Hohenschwangau and the castle of King Ludwig II, Neuschwanstein! After a guided visit, continue to Linderhof and its castle on a scenic tour through Austria. Late afternoon, we arrive back in Füssen to see more Rococo architecture and the monastery church Rottenbuch. Overnight at Luitpoldpark-hotel or similar. (B)

day 5 | füssen – lake constance – lindau - Konstanz The tour continues to Lake Constance. Arrive at the north shore of the lake, located between Germany, Switzerland and Austria. Enjoy a walking tour of Lindau before continuing to Konstanz. Continue to Singen. Overnight at Hotel Holiday Inn Express or similar. (B)

day 6 | lake constance - Black forest - freiburg – heidelberg Travel to the Black Forest and Freiburg. After a city tour of Friiburg, continue to Heidelberg to see the inner courtyard of the impressive castle, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and the wine cellar with its big barrel. Enjoy a 3-course farewell dinner at Zum Ritter St. Georg Restaurant. Overnight at Hotel Zum Ritter St. Georg or similar. (B,D)

day 7 | heidelberg – rüdesheim – frankfurt Depart Heidelberg early morning to travel to the Upper Middle Rhine Valley, also a declared UNESCO World Heritage Site and famous for its wines and vineyards. In Ruedesheim we board a steamer for a Rhine River cruise, passing fascinating castles, ruins and the legendary Loreley Rock. Your coach awaits you in St. Goarshausen to return you to Frankfurt where your journey ends with a short panoramic city tour of Germany’s financial capital at approx. 4:00 p.m. (B)

day 2 | rothenburg – augsburg – Munich Today continue along the Romantic Road. See charming villages like Dinkelsbühl or Nördlingen before arriving at Augsburg. Continue to the Bavarian capital, Munich. Enjoy a city tour, showing you the sights of the Bavarian capital including the Nymphenburg Palace and Olympic Tower before checking into your hotel. In the afternoon, take a walk to the ‘Glockenspiel’ (carillon) at Marienplatz. The evening is free for own activities. Overnight at Hotel Eizglesserei or similar. (B)

day 3 |Munich – Garmisch-partenkirchen - Ettal - oberammergau - füssen Depending on the weather conditions today, drive to Garmisch-Partenkirchen, situated at the foot the Zugspitze and one of the most-important wintersport towns in Southern Germany, before going on to the Benedectine Abbey of Ettal and to Oberammergau. The village is internationally-famous for its Passion Play – generally performed every ten years – and for its numerous buildings with Tromp l’oeil (lueftlmalerei) painted façades. Before arriving in Füssen, we make a short stop at the glorious Rococo church in Wies. Overnight at Luitpoldpark-Hotel or similar. (B)

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day 1 | frankfurtArrive Frankfurt by own arrangements. Collect documentation upon check-in to your hotel. Overnight at InterCityHotel or similar.

day 2 | frankfurt - rothenburg - dinkelsbühlAfter breakfast drive along the Autobahn A3 towards Würzburg through the Spessart Mountains. Following the scenic Tauber Valley, passing-by small, historical villages you arrive at Rothenburg o.d. Tauber, the medieval jewel of Germany. Commencing at 2:00p.m. from the City Hall, join the City Walk. From there, it is just a short ride to Dinkelsbühl, the former free Imperial town, surrounded by ancient town walls which you will explore when you accompany the Night Watchman in the evening. Overnight at Hotel Goldene Kanne or similar. (B)

day 3 |dinkelsbühl - nördlingen - augsburgThis morning head south to Nördlingen, the only town in Germany where you can walk the walls and battlements all the way round. The historical old-town is dominated by the bell tower of St. George Church. Your next stop is Augsburg, Germany’s second-oldest town, founded by the Romans in 15 B.C. You are invited to join a city tour, commencing at 2:00p.m. from the City Hall. Overnight at InterCityHotel or similar. (B)

day 4 |augsburg - Wies - hohenschwangau After breakfast you are following the Romantic Road heading to the Alps, where the first stop will be at the Wies Church, another architectural treasure and the most beautiful Rococo church of Bavaria. The Romantic Road ends in Füssen and only 3km away is Hohenschwangau with the Royal Castles. Upon check-in at Hotel Müller you will receive your tickets for Neuschwanstein Castle. Overnight at Hotel Müller or similar. (B)

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day 5 | hohenschwangauTour ends with breakfast. Visit Neuschwanstein Castle today if you have not already done so. Make arrangements for your departure or continue your stay in Germany. (B)

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gErMan cHristMas MarKEtsThe magical world of traditional German Christmas Markets is casting more visitors under its spell every year! The historic Christmas Markets, held in cities, towns and villages throughout the country, are becoming increasingly more popular, due, no doubt, to the enchanting Festive Season atmosphere they evoke.

The Christmas fairs and markets of Germany are unique. If you're tired of commercialism taking over this holiday period and would like to get right away for a real traditional and romantic Christmas Market, you may wish to consider heading to Germany where gifts are not mass-produced but craft work of real quality!

Here you can purchase all kinds of Christmas merchandise and gifts, especially traditional things such as crib figurines, toys, wood carvings, marionettes, candles and lambskin shoes. Many are difficult to resist - as will be the glass of delicious mulled wine you are offered and the baked apples that are very welcome on crisp winter days.

The ambience is further enhanced by the aromas of hot chestnuts, grilled sausages and other tasty snacks! Youngsters especially, will be attracted to the gingerbread biscuits known as Lebkuchen, marzipan figures and other sweets.

day 2 leipzig – Meißen – dresdenContinue to Meißen. Visit Meißen, one of Germany’s oldest porcelain manufacturers. Continue to Dresden. After a city tour visiting sights such as the Frauenkirche, the Semper Opera House, the Zwinger and the Green Vault, check-in to your hotel. In the evening visit the Christmas Market in Dresden which is named “Striezelmarkt”. Walk through and see the 16-yard Christmas Pyramid as-well-as visiting the stalls. Overnight at Park Inn or similar. (B)

day 3 dresden – annaberg– schneeberg – plauen Continue to two ancient miner-villages Schneeberg and Annaberg. These villages are typical for the Erzgebirge (Ore Mountains) and home of traditional German woodcarving and Christmas Pyramids. The main attraction of Schneeberg, besides its Christmas Market, is St. Wolfgang’s Church. In the afternoon, continue towards Plauen, a city famous for its handcrafted lace. Farewell Dinner at your hotel. Overnight at Hotel Dormero or similar. (B,D)

Left: Selecting ornaments at the Stuttgart Christmas Market ; Right: Assortment of Christmas decorations ©GNTB

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Frankfurt Christmas Marketday 1 frankfurt – Erfurt – leipzigDepart Frankfurt in the morning, driving to Eisenach, dominated by the Wartburg Castle. Afterwards, continue to a cultural treasure, Weimar, where famous people like Goethe, Schiller, Liszt and Richard Strauss lived. Continue to Leipzig where you find one of the largest Christmas Markets, located in front of the ancient Town Hall. Marvel at the 25-yard Christmas Tree or stroll by the stalls with hand-crafted gifts from the region. Enjoy a very informal German-style snack with bratwurst and mulled wine at one of the food stalls. Overnight at Seaside Hotel or similar.

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• Farewell Dinner in Plauen• Entrance fees, tickets and other

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Left: Munich Christmas Market; Right: Lebkuchen stand selling biscuits at a Christmas Market

Rothenburg Christmas Market

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as per itinerary• 6 nights at selected First-Class and

Superior Tourist-Class hotels, room with private facilities with either bath or shower & breakfast daily. Hotels listed are subject to change.

• Welcome Dinner in Triberg• Farewell Dinner in Nuremburg• Entrance fees, tickets and other

services at: − Neuschwanstein Castle, − Jakobskirche, Rothenburg, − Deep Well & Tower at

Kaiserburg, Nuremberg, − Residence, Würzburg

• Professional bilingual English/Spanish-speaking tour guide throughout the tour



day 1 | frankfurt – Black forestDepart Frankfurt for Heidelberg for a walking tour of the town. Next stop is Baden-Baden. In the afternoon continue on to the Black Forest. Welcome dinner at your hotel. Overnight at Hotel BW Schwarzwald Residenz or similar. (D)

day 2 | Black forest – füssen Journey to the Allgäu region passing Lake Constance. There are several stops during the trip, one of them is at the Basilica of Birnau. Arrive at Hohenschwangau to see Neuschwanstein Castle! After the guided tour, check-in to Hotel Luitpold Park or similar. (B)

day 3 | füssen – Munich Arrive at Oberammergau, home of the Passion Plays, stopping at the church in Wies and Benedictine Abbey of Ettal. Continue to Munich. Enjoy a city tour ending at the Christmas Market. Overnight at Kings First Class Hotel or similar. (B)

day 4 | Munich – salzburg – Munich A full-day excursion to Salzburg. Walking tour through the Old Town, including Mozart’s birthplace, the Getreidegasse and the Cathedral. Explore the city at your leisure; visit the Christmas Market and taste the famous Salzburg sweet, the Mozartkugeln. Overnight at Kings First Class Hotel or similar. (B)

day 5 Munich – rothenburg – nuremberg Journey on the Romantic Road to Rothenburg. After a walking tour including the Jakobskirche, enjoy the Christmas Market and visit the world-famous Christmas Shop. In the afternoon continue to Nuremberg. Overnight at Hotel Park Inn by Radisson or similar. (B)

day 6 nurembergJoin the walk to the “Christkindl Market” in Nuremberg. Visit the Kaiserburg Castle before exploring the Christmas Market. Enjoy a dinner in one of the local restaurants. Overnight at Hotel Park Inn by Radisson or similar. (B,D)

day 7 nuremberg – Würzburg – frankfurt Depart for Würzburg. Enjoy a tour of the Residence and a last visit to a Christmas Market Arrive in Frankfurt in the afternoon. (B)

Combines the Festive Christmas Markets Tour and the Christmas Market Delight Tour with an additional night in Frankfurt between tours to enjoy a real Christmas fantasy!

day 1 to 3 On tour Christmas Delight» Frankfurt » Erfurt » Leipzig » Meißen » Dresden » Annaberg » Schneeberg » Plauen » Bamberg » Frankfurt

day 4 | frankfurtOvernight in Frankfurt

day 5 to 11On tour Festive Christmas Markets» Frankfurt » Black Forest » Füssen » Munich » Salzburg » Munich» Rothenburg » Nuremberg » Würzburg » Frankfurt


as per itinerary• 10 nights accommodation in

selected first class and superior tourist class hotels in room with private facilities either with bath or shower and breakfast daily

• Welcome Snack, Leipzig Christmas Market (local speciality)

• Dinner in the Black Forest region• Dinner in Plauen• Farewell Dinner in Nuremburg• Entrance fees, tickets and

other services:• Wartburg Castle, Eisenach• Porcelain Manufactory, Meissen• Neuschwanstein Castle• Jakobskirche, Rothenburg• Kaiserburg Castle, Nuremburg• Residence Würzburg• Professional bilingual English/

Spanish speaking tour guide throughout the tour



Drinking mulled wine at the Chrismas fair

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day 2 | hohenschwangau - MunichAfter breakfast, store your luggage at the hotel reception (at your own risk) and pick-up your entrance tickets for Hohenschwangau Castle at the front desk of your hotel. Enjoy a guided tour of the castle where the parents of King Ludwig ll lived. The rest of day is at leisure. In the late afternoon transfer back to Munich, where tour ends at approximately 7:00 p.m. (B)

romantic road & rothenburg tour GHEB6082 days / 1 night - Prices from

Frankfurt - Munich 2D/1N: Departs Frankfurt: Daily 8 a.m. 306 392

Reverse Itinerary: Munich - Frankfurt, Departs Munich: Daily 10:30 a.m.

325 415

Valid 13 Apr - 15 Oct 2014

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Departs Daily: 8:30a.m. from Karstadt Department Store opposite Munich Main train station.

325 417

Valid 1 Apr - 31 Oct 2014. Entrance tickets to be paid directly on the bus to the driver, Total Cost: €21 per person for Linderhof & Neuschwanstein Castles.

day 1 | frankfurt - rothenburgDepart Frankfurt for a picturesque tour through the Spessart Mountains to Würzburg, on the banks of the Main River. Continue along the Romantic Road to Rothenburg, Germany’s well-preserved ‘Jewel of the Middle Ages’ with its ramparts, city gates, town hall and Jakobskirche with an altar by famous woodcarver Tilman Riemenschneider. On arrival in Rothenburg, transfer by taxi to your hotel. In the afternoon, join the guided city walk tour or the evening Night Watchman tour. Overnight at Hotel Spitzweg, or similar.

roManTiC roaD & roThenBurg2 days - 1 night - independent coach tour - from frankfurt

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price includes:• 1 night’s accommodation in

selected hotel in room with private facilities with either bath or shower, and breakfast

• Touring in air-conditioned coach with WC as per itinerary

• Rothenburg Walking Tour• Return taxi transfers from coach

stop to hotel in Rothenburg• Service charges and taxes

day 2 | rothenburg - MunichAfter breakfast, transfer by taxi from the hotel to your coach stop. Your coach travels along the Romantic Road passing through such picturesque places as Dinkelsbühl, Nördlingen and Donauworth, with its high-gabled houses and cobbled streets. Continue through Augsburg, a metropolis during the Roman times and famous for its old trade dynasties during the Middle Ages. Arrive Munich at approx. 6 p.m. (B)

itinerary variations:Munich - Rothenburg - Frankfurt(Reverse Itinerary) departs Munich. Tour ends in Frankfurt at about 7:30 p.m.

departures are daily from mid april to mid october 2014.Travel is based on the regular coach services operated on the Romantic Road. Individual itineraries are enhanced with further features such as transfers, hotel accommodation and sightseeing programs. Additional nights may be added, subject to availability, to the suggested overnight stays detailed in the planned itinerary, or along the route depending on individual needs.

Tilman Riemenschneider Restaurant, Rothenburg Linderhof Castle

Hohenschwangau Castle

Doorway in the streets of Rothenburg

Three CaSTleS Tour2 days - 1 night - independent coach tour - from Munich

day 1 | Munich - hohenschwangauDepart Munich in the morning for your first stop at Linderhof Castle for a visit of approximately one hour (unfortunately time does not allow to visit the Moorish Pavilion and Grotto). Next is a short stop in Oberammergau before continuing your journey to Hohenschwangau. Your tour-guide will provide you with the entrance tickets to Linderhof and Neuschwanstein Castles (to be paid locally - see note in price grid). Upon arrival in Hohenschwangau, please check into your hotel first and then visit Neuschwanstein, the famous "Cinderella Castle", built by King Ludwig II. Overnight at Hotel Müller or similar.

price includes• 1 night’s accommodation at

Hotel Müller or similar with private facilities with either bath or shower, and breakfast


• Entrance tickets to Hohenschwangau Castle


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Departures Frankfurt: Daily 8:00 a.m. Valid 13 Apr - 15 Oct 2014

694 912

Reverse Itinerary: Munich - Frankfurt - Includes stop at Linderhof Castle. Departs Munich: Daily 8:30 a.m. Valid 13 Apr - 15 Oct 2014

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Oktoberfest & Munich Trade Fairs supplement (Contact our office for dates and prices)

heidelberg & royal castles GHEB605 - 5D/4N5 Days / 4 Nights - Prices from:

Frankfurt - Munich: Departs Frankfurt: Daily 9:30 a.m.Valid 13 Apr - 14 Oct 2014

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augSBurg & royal CaSTleS4 days - 3 nights - independent coach tour - from frankfurt

day 1 | frankfurt - rothenburgDepart from Frankfurt for a picturesque drive through the Spessart mountains to Würzburg, on the banks of the river Main. Continue on the Romantic Road to Rothenburg ob der Tauber, Germany’s well-preserved "Jewel of the Middle Ages" with its ramparts, city gates, town hall and Jakobskirche (church) with an altar by the famous woodcarver Tilman Riemenschneider. Upon arrival in Rothenburg, a taxi will take you to your hotel. In the afternoon or evening you are invited to join the City Walk with a local guide or the Historic Night Watchman in Rothenburg. Overnight at Hotel Spitzweg or similar.

day 2 | rothenburg - augsburgAfter breakfast, a taxi will meet you at your hotel and take you to the bus stop. Your coach drives along the Romantic Road passing picturesque places such as Dinkelsbühl and Nördlingen with high-gabled houses and cobbled-stoned streets. Arrive Augsburg early afternoon. Overnight at InterCityHotel or similar. (B)

day 3 | augsburg - hohenschwangau After breakfast, you are invited to join a City Tour starting from the City Hall (Rathaus). You will see important sights of Augsburg, famous for the old trading dynasties (the Fuggers). In the afternoon board the coach again to Hohenschwangau. Overnight at Hotel Müller or similar. (B)

day 4 | hohenschwangau - MunichIn the morning you receive your tickets for Neuschwanstein Castle at the front desk of your hotel. Visit the famous "Cinderella Castle", built by King Ludwig II. Late afternoon proceed to Munich, where tour ends at approximately 7:00 p.m. (B)

reverse itinerary:Additionally includes a stop at Linderhof Castle. Tour ends in Frankfurt at approximately 7:30p.m.

price includes• Accommodation in selected hotels

in room including private facilities (with either bath or shower)


• Breakfast daily• Return taxi transfers from coach

stop to hotel in Rothenburg• City walk in Rothenburg• City tour in Augsburg• Ticket for Neuschwanstein

Castle in Hohenschwangau*• Service charges and taxes

reverse itinerary: *Tickets to be paid directly to the bus driver €21 per person for Neuschwanstein & Linderhof Castles.)

Colourful houses in Dinkelsbühl ©GNTB

Maximilian Street, Augsburg

heiDelBerg & royal CaSTleS5 days - 4 nights - independent coach tour - from frankfurt

day 1 | frankfurt - heidelberg - frankfurtCommence your tour with a regular diversified half-day trip to Heidelberg, the old university town on the banks of Neckar River, including a visit to the inner courtyard of Heidelberg Castle (lunchbox provided). After returning to Frankfurt, the rest of the day is free for own activities. Overnight at InterCityHotel or similar.


hotels in room including private facilities (with either bath or shower)

• Breakfast daily• Touring in air-conditioned coach

with WC• Return taxi transfers from coach

stop to hotel in Rothenburg• Half-day tour to Heidelberg

including Heidelberg Castle• City tour in Augsburg• Rothenburg Walking Tour or

historic Night Watchman• Neuschwanstein Castle

entrance tickets*• Service charges and taxes

reverse itinerary: *Tickets to be paid directly to the bus driver €21 per person for Neuschwanstein & Linderhof Castles.

day 2 | frankfurt - rothenburgDepart Frankfurt for a drive through the Spessart Mountains to Würzburg. Continue on the Romantic Road to Rothenburg ob der Tauber, Germany’s well-preserved “Jewel of the Middle Ages” with its ramparts, city gates, and Jakobskirche (church) with an altar by the woodcarver Tilman Riemenschneider. Upon arrival in Rothenburg, a taxi will take you to your hotel. In the afternoon or evening join the City Walk with a local guide or the historic Night Watchman in Rothenburg. Overnight at Hotel Spitzweg or similar. (B)

day 3 | rothenburg - augsburgAfter breakfast, a taxi will meet you at your hotel and take you to the bus stop. Your coach drives along the Romantic Road passing places such as Dinkelsbühl and Nördlingen. Arrive Augsburg in the early afternoon. Overnight at InterCityHotel or similar. (B)

day 4 | augsburg - hohenschwangauAfter breakfast, you are invited to join a City Tour starting from the City Hall. You will see the important sights of Augsburg, which is famous for its old trading dynasties. In the afternoon, board the coach again for Hohenschwangau. Overnight at Hotel Müller or similar. (B)

day 5 | hohenschwangau - MunichIn the morning you receive your tickets for Neuschwanstein Castle at the front desk of your hotel. Visit the famous castle built by King Ludwig II. Late afternoon proceed to Munich, where tour ends at approximately 7:00 p.m. (B)

Left: View of the Zugspite from Garmisch-Partenkirchen; Right: Heidelberg Castle ©GNTB

Augsburg ©GNTB

Neuschwanstein Castle © GNTB


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locarno & lugano Unite the splendour of the Swiss Alps with the serenity of their lakes. Their Mediterranean climate and tropical vegetation contrast dramatically with the ruggedness of the Alps.

BErn – the Swiss capital.The bear featured on the present city coat of arms first appeared in 1224. Bern became a university city in 1834, and in 1848 it was chosen to be the Federal Capital of Switzerland by the 1st National Swiss Parliament.

intErlaKEn In the Jungfrau Region between the sparkling waters of Lake Brienz and Lake Thun – lies at the foot of the world famous Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau mountains. Its romantic horse-drawn carriages offer an ideal opportunity to enjoy the best of Switzerland.

gEnEva - close to the French border in the southwest corner of Switzerland – is a cosmopolitan city and home to many international organisations, the most famous being the United Nations. With lush forests, museums, art galleries, an Opera House and, of course, Lake Geneva with its ‘jet d’eau’ fountain, Geneva has something for everyone to enjoy.

MontrEux – the ‘Pearl of the Swiss Riviera’ – is situated on the shores of Lake Geneva. Montreux has casinos, hosts rock and jazz festivals and is a modern, up-tempo holiday resort. A visit to the Chateau de Chillon or an excursion to Rochers de Naye by scenic cogwheel train is a must!

ZuricH - with a magnificent view of the snowcapped Alps on the horizon, Zürich Downtown offers a unique mixture of attractions – over 50 museums and more than 100 art galleries, shops with international fashion labels and the most lively nightlife in Switzerland!

ZErMatt lies at the foot of the Matterhorn. The town’s touristic development is closely-linked to what is most probably the world’s most famous mountain. This vacation destination is a car-free zone, has preserved its original character and offers nearly unlimited possibilities as far as excursions are concerned.

lucErnE – one of the loveliest cities in Switzerland – is the storybook image of a Swiss town, abounding in cobblestoned streets, spires and turrets, covered bridges, frescoed houses and fountains. A visit to the peaks of Mt. Titlis or Mt. Pilatus is also highly recommended!

useful information

Name: Swiss Confederation


Size: 41,285 km2

Capital: Bern

Currency: Swiss franc (CHF)

Motto: “Unus pro omnibus, omnes pro uno” (Latin)“One for all, all for one”

Official Language: German, French, Italian, Romansh


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day 3 | lugano – lake como – Maloja pass – st. MoritzDepart Lugano and drive along the scenic road to Gandria where you cross the border into Italy. Drive along the romantic shores of Lake Como and Menaggio to Chiavenna in the lovely Breggaglia Valley. In Castasegna, re-enter Switzerland and start the ascent along the Maloja Pass, passing by crystal blue Lake Sils, and Silvaplana before arriving at the world-renowned alpine resort of St. Moritz. Overnight in St. Moritz at a first-class hotel. (B,D)

day 4 | st. Moritz – principality of liechtenstein – zurichDepart St. Moritz in the morning and cross the Fluela Pass to reach Davos and continue to the capital of the Principality of Liechtenstein, Vaduz, where there will be time for lunch and sightseeing. This tiny country with the mighty castle, which is the home of the present Prince and his family, attracts visitors from all over the world. In the afternoon continue to Zurich through the picturesque Toggenburg region with its distinctive farmhouses. Tour ends at approx. 5 p.m. in Zurich. (B)As the tour ends late in the day, consider pre-

booking a night in Zurich or other arrangements.

day 1 | zurich – lucerne – Mt. titlis – interlakenDepart Zurich for a short drive to the city of Lucerne where you visit the Lion Monument and walk over the 14th century wooden bridge. Time at leisure for shopping and sightseeing. At noon, proceed to the mountain resort of Engelberg. A cable-car ride to the summit of Mount Titlis brings you up into the high alpine region with its glaciers and eternal ice. Enjoy a magnificent ride in the world’s innovative revolving “ROTAIR” gondola (Take a warm sweater along). In the afternoon cross Brunig Pass to the Bernese Oberland and reach the village of Brienz, famous for its woodcarvers. Continue to the holiday resort of Interlaken at the foot of the Jungfrau mountain. Overnight in Interlaken at a first-class hotel.

day 2 | interlaken – Bern – Gruyères – GenevaDepart Interlaken in the morning and drive along beautiful Lake Thun to the Swiss capital, Bern. The city is attractively-set on a steep-sided curve of the Aare River and backed by the majestic alps. A city tour to the Old Town includes the Clock Tower, Kramgasse, and the 15th century Cathedral of St. Vincent. A drive south takes you to the scenic dairy farmlands of Gruyères. A beautiful hilltop town, preserved against time, which could be the magical setting for fairytales with its impressive, medieval castle. An informative visit to a milk products factory is a further highlight of the day. Continue to the Swiss Riviera and Geneva, the most cosmopolitan city of Switzerland, arriving in the late afternoon. We suggest an overnight stay in Geneva for the opportunity of exploring this city the following day. We can arrange Geneva accommodation to suit your budget. (B)

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Lucerne Cultural & Congress Centre, Lucerne

roManTiC SwiSS Tour2 days - 1 night - Escorted coach tour - departs zurich

hans Meier Escorted coach tours are created with special care, choosing the most scenic routes for you. The itinerary is designed to show as much as possible but at a leisurely pace which still allows you time to explore on your own. Travel in a modern, comfortable deluxe air-conditioned motor coach. With their friendly crew of experienced drivers and multilingual guides (English and Spanish-speaking) they will ensure that your stay in Switzerland will become an enjoyable experience!

Special NOTeHans Meier Tourist Ltd guarantee all

departures. However, should group size

be less than 12 passengers, Hans Meier

Tourist Ltd reserves the right to operate

the scheduled tour departures in a

smaller vehicle types with a driver/guide.

The tour company reserves the right to make changes to the tour program, without notice.

price includes:Accommodation in First-Class hotel*, in room with private facilities• Breakfast on day indicated (B)• Touring in deluxe air-

conditioned coaches• Services of a multilingual

tour director• Porterage and baggage

handling (1 piece per person)• Service charges and taxes

tours depart from:

zurich:

8:15 a.m from Bus Terminal Sihlquai

8:30 a.m. from Swissotel International

Geneva:

8:30 a.m. from Hotel Ramada Encore

9:00 a.m. from Gare Routiere (bus station)

- Place Dorciere, Geneva

Seniors Discount will be granted to Senior Citizens (age 60 or above). In order to qualify for the discount the exact date of birth is to be given at time of booking. Please Note: No discount can be granted

once booking is confirmed.

price includes:Accommodation in First-Class hotels, in room with private facilities• Breakfast daily and dinners on

days indicated (B) or (D)• Touring in deluxe air-




day 1 | Geneva – Montreux – zermattStart with a city tour of Geneva this morning, including the beautiful parks along the lake, the old town with its cathedral, the unique town-hall and the European seat of the United Nations. Late morning depart Geneva and drive to Lausanne and Montreux. Pass by Chillon Castle, the 13th century fortress made famous by Lord Byron’s poem. Time for lunch in Montreux. In the afternoon proceed through the Valais, the valley of the river Rhone with its orchards and vineyards. At Täsch board a cogwheel train that takes you to the mountain resort of Zermatt, at the foot of the mighty Matterhorn. Dinner and overnight in Zermatt at a first-class hotel. (D)

day 2 |zermatt – nufenen pass – luganoMorning at leisure in Zermatt – admire the quaint old farm houses and barns in their unique style, do some shopping, relax or take an optional cogwheel train to the Gornergrat for a spectacular view of the surrounding snow-covered peaks. Afternoon train to Täsch where your coach is waiting to take you over the breathtaking Nufenen Pass into the Italian-speaking part of Switzerland, to the garden city of Lugano. Overnight in Lugano at a first-class hotel. (B)

TyPiCal SwiSS Tour 4 days - 3 nights - Escorted coach tour - departs Geneva

romantic swiss tour ZR02G2 Days / 1 Night - Prices from:

Zurich - Geneva 595 638

Senior 60+ 567 610

Departs Zurich, every Monday 28 Apr - 13 Oct 2014

For pre and post tour accommodation please refer to page 49

typical swiss tour GT04Z4 Days / 3 Nights - Prices from:

Geneva - Zurich 1275 1514

Senior 60+ 1220 1458

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day 1 | zurich – lucerne – Mt. titlis – interlakenDepart Zurich for a short drive to the city of Lucerne where you visit the Lion Monument and walk over the 14th century wooden bridge. Time at leisure. At noon proceed to the mountain resort of Engelberg. A cable-car ride to the summit of Mount Titlis brings you up into the high alpine region with its glaciers and eternal ice. Enjoy a magnificent ride in the world’s innovative revolving “ROTAIR” gondola. In the afternoon cross the Brunig Pass to the Bernese Oberland and reach the village of Brienz, famous for its woodcarvers. Continue to the holiday resort of Interlaken at the foot of Jungfrau mountain. Overnight in Interlaken at a first-class hotel.

day 2 | interlaken – Bern – Gruyères – GenevaAfter breakfast depart Interlaken and drive along the Lake of Thun to the Swiss capital, Bern. The city is set on a steep-sided curve of the Aare River and backed by the majestic Alps. A city tour to the Old Town includes the Clock Tower, Kramgasse, and the 15th century Cathedral of St. Vincent. A drive south takes you to the scenic dairy farmlands of Gruyères, a hilltop town, preserved against time with its medieval castle. A visit to a milk products plant is a further highlight of the day. Continue to the Swiss Riviera, arriving Geneva, the most cosmopolitan city of Switzerland, late afternoon. Overnight in Geneva at a superior tourist-class hotel. (B)

day 3 | Geneva – Montreux – zermattThis morning depart with a city tour of Geneva. See the beautiful parks along the lake, the old town with its cathedral, the unique town-hall and the European seat of the United Nations. Late morning depart Geneva and drive to Lausanne and Montreux. Pass by Chillon Castle, the 13th century fortress made famous by Lord Byron’s poem. Time for lunch in Montreux. In the afternoon, proceed through the Valais, the valley of the river Rhone with its orchards and vineyards. At Täsch, board a cogwheel train that takes you to the mountain resort of Zermatt at the foot of the Matterhorn. Dinner and overnight in Zermatt at a first-class hotel. (B,D)

day 4 |zermatt – nufenen pass – zurichMorning at leisure in Zermatt. Just relax or take an optional cogwheel train up to Gornergrat for a spectacular view of the surrounding snow-covered peaks! In the afternoon, board the train to Täsch where the bus is waiting to take you over the breathtaking Nufenen Pass to Airolo. Return to Zurich by bus or train. Arrival in Zurich approx. 6:30 p.m. (B)As the tour ends late in the day, consider pre-


Zurich © STS swiss-image.ch Lugano

CharMing SwiSS Tour 4 days - 3 nights - Escorted coach tour - departs zurich

day 1 | Geneva – Montreux – zermattStart with a city tour of Geneva this morning. See the beautiful parks along the lake, the old town with its cathedral, the unique town-hall and the European seat of the United Nations. In the late morning leave Geneva and drive to Lausanne and Montreux. Pass by Chillon Castle, the 13th century fortress made famous by Lord Byron’s poem. In the afternoon proceed through the Valais, the valley of the river Rhone with its orchards and vineyards. At Täsch, board a cogwheel train that takes you to the mountain resort of Zermatt at the foot of the mighty Matterhorn. Dinner and overnight at first-class hotel. (D)

day 2 | zermatt – nufenen pass – luganoMorning at leisure in Zermatt – admire the old farm houses and barns in their unique style, do some shopping, relax or take an optional cogwheel train up to Gornergrat for views of the snow-covered peaks. Afternoon board the train to Täsch where the bus is waiting to take you over the breathtaking Nufenen Pass into the Italian-speaking part of Switzerland, to the garden city of Lugano. Overnight at first-class hotel. (B)

day 3 | lugano – lake como – Maloja pass – st. MoritzDepart Lugano and drive along the scenic road to Gandria to cross the border into Italy. Along the shores of Lake Como via Menaggio to Chiavenna in the Breggaglia Valley. In Castasegna re-enter Switzerland and start the ascent along the thirteen hairpin bends over the Maloja Pass. Passing by crystal blue Lake Sils and Silvaplana reach the world-renowned alpine resort of St. Moritz. Dinner and overnight at first-class hotel. (B,D)

day 4 | st. Moritz – principality of liechtenstein – zurichDepart St. Moritz in the morning and cross the Fluela Pass to reach Davos. In the capital of Principality of Liechtenstein, Vaduz, there will be time for lunch and for sightseeing. This tiny country with the castle, which is the home of the present Prince and his family, attracts visitors from all over the world. In the afternoon return to Zurich through the Toggenburg region with its farmhouses. Overnight at first-class hotel. (B)

day 5 | zurich – rapperswil – Boat ride on lake of zurichAt 10.00 a.m. the bus will collect you for a tour that shows you the most interesting sights of Zurich and its surroundings. Start with a city tour of Zurich. Along the Höhenstrasse that offers spectacular views into the Alps, drive to Rapperswil, the town of the roses, where you will see the rose garden, the castle and the deer park on the Lindenhof. Return to Zurich by boat approx. 4:00 p.m. – return to your hotel individually. Overnight at first-class hotel. (B)

day 6 | zurichBreakfast is served at the hotel. Check out individually no later than 11:00 a.m. (B)

SwiSS PanoraMa Tour 6 days - 5 nights - Escorted coach tour - departs Geneva

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Departs Zurich, every Monday 28 Apr - 13 Oct 2014


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day 5 |zermatt – nufenen pass – luganoMorning at leisure in Zermatt – admire the quaint old farm houses and barns in their unique style, do some shopping, relax or take an optional cogwheel train up to Gornergrat for views of the snow-covered peaks. Afternoon board the train to Täsch where your bus is waiting to take you over the Nufenen Pass into the Italian speaking part of Switzerland, to the city of Lugano. Overnight at first-class hotel. (B)

day 6 | lugano – lake como – Maloja pass – st. MoritzDepart Lugano and drive along the scenic road to Gandria where you cross the border into Italy. Along the shores of Lake Como pass by Menaggio and reach Chiavenna in the lovely Breggaglia Valley. In Castasegna re-enter Switzerland and drive through thirteen hairpin bends over the Maloja Pass. Passing by crystal blue Lake Sils and Silvaplana reach the world renowned mountain resort of St. Moritz in the late afternoon. Dinner and overnight at first-class hotel. (B,D)

day 7 | st. Moritz – principality of liechtenstein – zurichDepart St. Moritz in the morning and cross the Fluela Pass to reach Davos. In the capital of Principality of Liechtenstein, Vaduz, there will be time for lunch and for sightseeing. This tiny country with the mighty castle, which is the home of the present Prince and his family, attracts visitors from all over the world. In the afternoon return to Zurich through the Toggenburg region with its farmhouses. Arrival in Zurich at approx. 5:00 pm. (B)

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day 3 |interlaken – Bern – Gruyères – GenevaDepart Interlaken in the morning and drive along Lake Thun to the Swiss capital, Bern. The city is set on a steep-sided curve of the Aare River and backed by the Alps. A city tour to the Old Town includes the Clock Tower, Kramgasse, and the 15th century Cathedral of St. Vincent. A drive south takes you to the dairy farmlands, to Gruyères. A hilltop town, preserved against time with its impressive, medieval castle. A visit to a factory of delicious milk-products is a further highlight of the day. Continue your drive to the Vaud Riviera and reach Geneva. Overnight at superior tourist-class hotel. (B)

day 4 | Geneva – Montreux – zermattStart with a city tour of Geneva this morning. See the parks along the lake, the old town with its cathedral, the unique town-hall and the European seat of the United Nations. Late morning depart Geneva and drive to Lausanne and Montreux. Pass by Chillon Castle, the 13th century fortress made famous by Lord Byron’s poem. After noon proceed through the Valais, the valley of the river Rhone with its orchards and vineyards. At Täsch board a cogwheel train that takes you to the mountain resort of Zermatt at the foot of the Matterhorn. Dinner and overnight at first-class hotel. (B,D)

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day 1 |zurich – Jungfraujoch – interlakenDepart Zurich at 8.00 a.m. for a guided tour to the alpine world of the Bernese Oberland. In Lauterbrunnen board the cogwheel train for an mountain train trip via Kleine Scheidegg at the foot of the Eiger North Face to Jungfraujoch – Top of Europe at 3454 m! Today’s highlights include the Ice Palace, the Sphinx Observation Hall overlooking the Aletsch Glacier (Switzerland’s largest glacier) and the snow-capped peaks of the neighbouring countries. Late afternoon check-in to your hotel in Interlaken. Overnight at first-class hotel.

day 2 | interlakenToday is at your leisure. Interlaken is located between the lakes of Thun and Brienz, at the foot of the towering trio of the Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau. At about 6:00 p.m. meet with your guide in the lobby for a talk about the coach tour starting the following morning. Overnight at first-class hotel. (B)

SwiSS granD alPine Tour wiTh JungfrauJoCh7 days - 6 nights - Escorted coach tour - departs zurich

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swiss Grand alpine tour with Jungfraujoch IA07Z7 Days / 6 Nights - Prices from:


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Departs Zurich: 4, 18 May | 1, 15, 29 Jun | 13, 27 Jul | 10,24 Aug | 7, 21 Sep 2014For pre and post tour accommodation please refer to page 49


Mount titlis Glacier Excursion

All year round, Mount Titlis offers a snow and ice experience on the highest viewpoint in Central Switzerland. This unique glacier paradise is centrally located and easy to reach.

TITLIS CLIFF WALK “NEW for 2013”Get your thrills and walk along the cliff on Mount Titlis. The new glacier suspension bridge is the ultimate highlight of the Swiss Alps.

TitlisThe highest glacier excursion in Central Switzerland (10’000 feet)

Titlis RotairThe world’s first revolving cable-car that takes you into a unique glacier world!

Ice Flyer Chair LiftFloat safely over the glacier crevasses.

Titlis Glacier ParkEnjoy the thrills of a micro scooter, balancer, boogie board or classic snow tube.

Unique PanoramaBreathtaking view from the sun terrace or the windprotected Toporama.

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day 1 |zurich – Jungfraujoch – interlakenDepart Zurich at 8.00 a.m. for a guided tour to the magnificent alpine world of the Bernese Oberland. In Lauterbrunnen we board the cogwheel train for a most interesting mountain train trip via Kleine Scheidegg at the foot of the famous Eiger North Face to Jungfraujoch – Top of Europe at 3,454 m / 11,333 ft – Europe’s highest railway station. Today’s highlights include the beautiful Ice Palace, the Sphinx Observation Hall overlooking the Aletsch Glacier (Switzerland’s largest glacier) and the snow-capped peaks of the neighbouring countries. In the late afternoon check-in at your hotel in Interlaken. Dinner on your own. Overnight at first class hotel.






day 2 | independent stay in interlakenToday is at your leisure. Interlaken is located between the lakes of Thun and Brienz, at the foot of the towering trio of the Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau. A perfect place to relax, or to do some sightseeing and shopping along the Höhenstrasse, the boulevard street in Interlaken with nice restaurants, elegant fashion, watch and jewellers' shops. Interlaken is ideally located for many excursions. Enjoy a leisurely cruise on a modern motor ship or one of the renovated stately steamers on Lake of Thun. At about 6 p.m. meet with your guide in the lobby for the coach tour starting the following morning. Dinner on your own. Overnight at first class hotel.

day 3 | interlaken – Berne – Gruyères – GenevaDepart Interlaken in the morning and drive along beautiful Lake of Thun to the Sw ss capital, Berne. The city is attractively set on a steep-sided curve of the River Aare and backed by the majestic Alps. A city tour to the Old Town includes the Clock Tower, Kramgasse, and the 15th century Cathedral of St. Vincent. A drive south takes us to the scenic dairy farmlands, to Gruyères. A beautiful hilltop town, preserved against time, which could be the magical setting for fairytales with its impressive, medieval castle. An informative visit to a factory of delicious milk product is a further highlight of our day. We continue our drive to the Vaud Riviera and reach Geneva, the most cosmopolitan city of Switzerland. Dinner on your own. Overnight at first class hotel.

day 4 | Geneva – Montreux – zermattDepart with a city tour of Geneva this morning. We will show you the beautiful parks along the lake, the old town with its cathedral, the unique town-hall and the European seat of the United Nations. In the late morning we leave Geneva and drive to Lausanne and Montreux. We pass by Chillon Castle, the 13th century fortress made famous by Lord Byron’s poem. Time for lunch in Montreux. In the afternoon we proceed through the Valais, the valley of the river Rhone with its orchards and vineyards. At Täsch we will board a cogwheel train that takes us to the mountain resort of Zermatt at the foot of the mighty Matterhorn. Dinner and overnight at first class hotel.

day 5 | zermatt – nufenen pass – zurichMorning at leisure in Zermatt – admire the quaint old farm houses and barns in their unique style, do some shopping, relax or take an optional cogwheel train up to Gornergrat for a spectacular view of the surrounding snow-covered peaks. After noon board the train to Täsch where our bus is waiting to take us over the breathtaking Nufenen Pass to Airolo. Return to Zurich by bus or train. Arrival in Zurich approx. 6.30 p.m.

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The cogwheel railway takes passengers from Kleine Scheidegg to the Jungfraujoch - Top of Europe, is Europe’s highest-altitude railway station in a world of rock, ice and snow. Seven of the nine kilometres of railway are in a tunnel hewn in the rock of the Eiger and Mönch.

the Jungfrau railway – 100 yearsCelebrated its centenary in 2012

Europe’s highest-altitude railway station was opened on 1 August in 1912 (Swiss National Day). At 3,454 metres above sea level, the scenically spectacular Jungfraujoch – Top of Europe – became accessible to a wider public. The idea of building a railway up the Jungfrau Mountain came to Adolf Guyer-Zeller, an already renowned railway pioneer, while hiking in the Jungfrau Region in 1893. Captivated by the towering trio – Eiger, Mönch & Jungfrau, he jotted down notes and sketches which corresponded very closely to the subsequent planning and construction of the Jungfrau Railway. Others before him had dreamed of building what became known as the “railway to the sky”.

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liEcHtEnstEinthe principality of liechtenstein

The House of Liechtenstein is one of the oldest noble families in Europe and a very successful entrepreneurial family! The Princely Art Collections are among the most-important private art-collections in the world and encompass major works of European art over four centuries.

Vaduz Castle is the residence of the Princely Family. Visible from far-away and yet close enough to touch, the famous landmark is perched on a rocky terrace above Vaduz, accessible by a romantic footpath. If the blue-red flag with the golden crown flies above the Castle, the Prince is at home. See Vaduz for it’s culture, gastronomy, the beautiful outdoors, festivals and unique way of life. A one-night stop just doesn’t do Liechtenstein’s many attractions justice!

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day 1 zurich – lucerne – Mt. titlis – interlakenDepart Zurich at 8.30 a.m. A short drive takes you to the city of Lucerne where we visit the Lion Monument and walk over the 14th century wooden bridge. Time at leisure for shopping and sightseeing. At noon you will proceed to the mountain resort of Engelberg. A cable-car ride to the summit of Mount Titlis brings you up into the high alpine region with its glaciers and eternal ice. Enjoy a magnificent ride in the revolving “ROTAIR” gondola (Take a warm sweater along). In the afternoon we cross Brunig Pass to the Bernese Oberland and reach the village Brienz, where you will see woodcarvers at work. Continue to the holiday resort of Interlaken at the foot of Jungfrau mountain. Dinner on your own. Overnight at first-class hotel.

day 2 interlaken – Bern– Gruyères – GenevaDepart Interlaken in the morning and drive along Lake Thun to the Swiss capital, Bern. The city is attractively set on a steep-sided curve of the River Aare and backed by the Alps. A city tour to the Old Town includes the Clock Tower, Kramgasse, and the 15th century Cathedral of St. Vincent. A drive south takes you to the scenic dairy farmlands, to Gruyères. A hilltop town, preserved against time, which could be the setting for fairytales with its medieval castle. An informative visit to a factory of milk products is a further highlight of your day. Continue your drive to the Vaud Riviera and reach Geneva, the most cosmopolitan city of Switzerland. Dinner on your own. Overnight at superior tourist-class hotel. (B)

day 3 Geneva – Montreux – zermattStart with a city tour of Geneva this morning. You will see the beautiful parks along the lake, the old town with its cathedral, the unique town-hall and the European seat of the United Nations. In the late morning you will leave Geneva and drive to Lausanne and Montreux. You will pass by Chillon Castle, the 13th century fortress made famous by Lord Byron’s poem. In the afternoon proceed through the Valais, the valley of the river Rhone with its orchards and vineyards. At Täsch you will board a cogwheel train that takes you to the mountain resort of Zermatt at the foot of the mighty Matterhorn. Dinner and overnight at first-class hotel. (B,D)

day 4 zermattFull day at leisure in Zermatt – admire the quaint farm houses and barns in their unique style, do some shopping, relax or take an optional cogwheel train up to Gornergrat for a spectacular view of the surrounding snow-covered peaks. Dinner and overnight at first-class hotel. (B,D)

day 5 (unescorted) zermatt – Glacier Express train – st. MoritzToday you will travel on the legendary “Glacier Express Train”. You board the train in Zermatt in the morning and a magnificent travelling day is ahead of you. Seated in a comfortable 2nd class compartment, you will pass by breathtaking mountain scenery, snow-covered peaks, meadows with wild flowers and tiny old villages. In the late afternoon you will arrive at the world-renowned mountain resort of St. Moritz. Dinner and overnight at first-class hotel. (B,D)

day 6 st. Moritz – principality of liechtenstein – zurichDepart St. Moritz in the morning and cross the Fluela Pass to reach Davos. In the capital of Principality of Liechtenstein, Vaduz, there will be time for lunch and for sightseeing. This tiny country with the mighty castle, which is the home of the present Prince and his family, attracts visitors from all over the world. In the afternoon you will return to Zurich through the Toggenburg region with its picturesque farmhouses. Arrival in Zurich at approx. 5p.m. (B)

swiss Grand alpine tour with Glacier Express ZGL6ZPrices from:

Adult Senior 60+

Zurich - Zurich 2727 3016 2647 2935

Upgrade to 1st class Rail 2926 3215 2846 3134

Departs Zurich, every Monday 29 Apr - 15 Oct 2014; Glacier Express tickets in 2nd Class


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Glacier Express Zermatt - St. Moritz

A 7½ hour railway journey across 291 bridges, through 91 tunnels and across the Oberalp Pass at 2’033 metres. The Glacier Express travels a picturesque route between the Graubünden holiday region, the sunny Valais region with its glacier landscape, and the regions of the South. Travel in comfort through the natural beauty of a landscape rich in ancient mountain forests, peaceful alpine meadows, rushing mountain streams and mountain valleys. It was on June 25, 1930 that the Glacier Express started summer operations from Zermatt to St.Moritz, but it was to take more than 50 years before the trains were able to also cross the impassable Furka alpine route in winter. Construction work on the Furka tunnel between Oberwald and Realp began in 1973 and services could finally start on 26 June 1982, allowing the Glacier Express to run year-round.

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Glacier Express Train crossing Landwasser Viaduct

price includes:Accommodation in First-Class hotels, in rooms with private facilities• Breakfast daily and dinners on


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day 1 | Geneva – Montreux – zermattStart with a city tour of Geneva this morning. In the late morning depart Geneva and drive to Lausanne and Montreux. You will pass Chillon Castle, the 13th century fortress made famous by Lord Byron’s poem. In the afternoon proceed through the Valais. At Täsch board a cogwheel train that takes you to Zermatt at the foot of the mighty Matterhorn. Dinner and overnight in Zermatt at a first-class hotel. (D)

day 2 | zermattFull day at leisure in Zermatt. Admire the quaint old farm houses and barns in their unique style, do some shopping or relax. Dinner and overnight in Zermatt at a first-class hotel. (B,D)

day 3 | zermatt (unescorted)– Glacier Express train – st. MoritzToday you will travel on the legendary “Glacier Express Train” boarding in Zermatt for a morning departure. A magnificent travelling day is ahead of you. Seated in a comfortable 2nd class compartment. In the late afternoon you will arrive at St. Moritz. Dinner and overnight in St. Moritz at a first-class hotel. (B,D)

day 4 | st. Moritz – vaduz – zurichDepart St. Moritz in the morning and cross the Fluela Pass to reach Davos.In the capital of the Principality of Liechtenstein, Vaduz, there will be time for lunch and for sightseeing. This tiny country with the mighty castle, which is the home of the present Prince and his family, attracts visitors from all over the world. In the afternoon travel to Zurich through the Toggenburg region with its picturesque farmhouses. Overnight in Zurich at a first-class hotel. (B)

swiss splendour tour with Glacier Express GGL7GPrices from:

Geneva - Geneva 2927 3341

Senior 60+ 2847 3261

Upgrade to 1st class Rail 3126 3538

Departs Geneva, every Wednesday 30 April - 8 Oct 2014. Glacier Express tickets in 2nd Class.For pre and post tour accommodation please refer to page 49

day 5 | zurich – rapperswil – Boat ride on lake zurichAt 10 a.m. the bus will collect you for a tour that shows you the most interesting sights of Zurich and its surroundings starting with a city tour of Zurich. Along the Höhenstrasse that offers spectacular views into the Alps, you will drive to Rapperswil, the town of the roses, where you will see the rose garden, the castle and the deer park at the Lindenhof. Return to Zurich by boat approx. 4 p.m. – return to your hotel. Overnight in Zurich at a first-class hotel. (B)

day 6 | zurich – lucerne – Mt. titlis – interlakenDepart Zurich at 8:30 a.m. A short drive takes you to the city of Lucerne where you’ll visit the Lion Monument and walk over the 14th century wooden bridge. Time at leisure for shopping and sightseeing. At noon proceed to the mountain resort of Engelberg. A cable-car ride to the summit of Mount Titlis brings you up into the high alpine region. Enjoy a ride in the world’s revolving “ROTAIR” gondola. In the afternoon cross the Brünig Pass to the Bernese Oberland to reach the village of Brienz, where you will see woodcarvers at work. Continue to Interlaken at the foot of Jungfrau mountain. Overnight in Interlaken at a first-class hotel. (B)

day 7 |interlaken – Bern – Gruyères – GenevaDepart Interlaken in the morning and drive along Lake Thun to the Swiss capital, Bern. The city is set on a steep-sided curve of the River Aare and backed by the majestic alps. A city tour to the Old Town includes the Clock Tower, Kramgasse, and the 15th century Cathedral of St. Vincent. A drive south takes us to the dairy farmlands, to Gruyères: a beautiful hilltop town, preserved against time with its impressive, medieval castle. An informative visit to a milk products factory is a further highlight of the day. Continue driving to the Vaud Riviera and reach Geneva. Tour ends at approx. 5:30 p.m. (B)

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pre/post tour accommodation Prices from:

Swissotel International Zurich - Oerlikon 144 258

Hotel Ramada Encore Geneva - Carouge + 144 239

Note: The hotels above only are sold in conjunction with coach tours.

As most of our coach tours depart early and arrive at your destination late in the day, please ensure that you have booked pre and post tour accommodation before you depart Australia.

The Ramada Encore Geneva is the largest 3-star hotel in the city. The hotel is ideally located between Geneva Stadium and Praille Shopping Centre. Both modern and warm, making your stay enjoyable. 154 air-conditioned rooms, connections: computer and internet via fibre optics, reception 24/7, covered parking.

ramada Encore Geneva-carouge

Swissôtel Zurich is a First-Class superior hotel that boasts a prime location within business, cultural, shopping and entertainment areas; ideally located between Zurich Airport and Zurich City. The 347 non-smoking rooms and suites reflect a contemporary and sophisticated style, and feature panoramic views of Zurich and the snow-capped Swiss Alps.

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Pre anD PoST CoaCh Tour aCCoMMoDaTion stay in zurich or Geneva before or after your tour

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Departs Zurich every Monday: 28 Apr - 13 Oct 2014

For pre and post tour accommodation please refer to page 35.

day 1 | zurich – lucerne – Mt. titlis – interlakenDepart Zurich for a short drive to the city of Lucerne to visit the Lion Monument and walk over the 14th century wooden bridge. Time at leisure for shopping and sightseeing. At noon proceed to the mountain resort of Engelberg. A cable-car ride to the summit of Mount Titlis brings you up into the high alpine region with its glaciers and eternal ice. Enjoy a magnificent ride in the world’s innovative revolving “ROTAIR” gondola. In the afternoon, cross Brunig Pass to the Bernese Oberland and reach Brienz village to see woodcarvers at work. Continue to the holiday resort of Interlaken at the foot of Jungfrau mountain. Overnight at a first-class hotel.

day 2 | interlaken – Bern – Gruyères – Geneva Depart Interlaken in the morning and drive along the beautiful Lake Thun to the Swiss capital - Berne. The city is set on a steepsided curve of the River Aare and backed by the majestic Alps. A city tour of the Old Town includes the Clock Tower, Kramgasse, and the 15th century Cathedral of St. Vincent. Drive south to the scenic dairy farmlands of Gruyères. A beautiful hilltop town, preserved against time, which could be the magical setting for fairytales with its impressive, medieval Castle. An informative visit to a milk products factory is a further highlight of the day. Continue to the Vaud Riviera and reach Geneva, the most cosmopolitan city of Switzerland. Overnight at superior tourist-class hotel. (B)

day 3 | Geneva – Montreux – zermattCommence the day with a city-tour of Geneva the European seat of the United Nations. Late morning depart Geneva and drive to Lausanne and Montreux. Pass by Chillon Castle, the 13th century fortress made famous by Lord Byron’s poem and proceed through the Valais, the valley of the river Rhone. At Täsch board a train that takes you to Zermatt, at the foot of the Matterhorn. Dinner & overnight at a first-class hotel. (B,D)

day 4 | zermatt – nufenen pass – luganoMorning at leisure in Zermatt. Take an optional cogwheel train up to Gornergrat for a view of the surrounding peaks. After noon board the train to Täsch where your bus is waiting to take you over the breathtaking Nufenen Pass into the Italian-speaking part of Switzerland, Lugano. Overnight at a first-class hotel. (B)

day 5 | lugano – lake como – Maloja pass – st. Moritz Depart Lugano and drive along the scenic road to Gandria where you cross the border into Italy. Travel along the shores of Lake Como via Menaggio to Chiavenna in the Breggaglia Valley. Re-enter Switzerland at Castasegna. Pass by Lake Sils and Silvaplana to reach St. Moritz. Overnight at a first-class hotel in St. Moritz. (B,D)

day 6 | st. Moritz – vaduz – zurichDepart St. Moritz in the morning and cross the Fluela Pass to reach Davos. In the capital of Principality of Liechtenstein, Vaduz, there will be time for lunch and sightseeing. Return to Zurich in the afternoon, passing through the Toggenburg region with its picturesque farmhouses. Overnight at a first-class hotel. (B)

day 7 |rapperswil – Boatride on lake zurichAt 10 a.m. your bus will collect you for a tour of the sights of Zurich and its surroundings. Drive along the Höhenstrasse, with its spectacular views into the Alps, before arriving in Rapperswil. Return to Zurich unescorted by boat. at approx. 4 p.m. - return to your hotel. Dinner on-your-own. Overnight at a first-class hotel. (B)

day 8 | tour endsYour tour concludes after breakfast at your hotel. (B)

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visa inforMationAustralia Ordinary and official passport holders are required to have visa to enter Turkey. Ordinary passport holders can obtain three month-multiple entry e-Visas via the website www.evisa.gov.tr.

istanBulThe splendid city of Istanbul has many unique and fascinating features. It is the only city in the world reaching across two continents, with its old city in Europe and modern Istanbul situated in Asia, separated by the Bosphorus Strait. It is also unique in having had capital status during two successive empires, Christian Byzantine and Islamic Ottoman, and the legacy from both is visible in the modern city today.

cappadocia, a historical region of Turkey which is a example of the effects of erosion of the volcanic tuff sediments by wind and water. Typical features are pillars, columns, towers, obelisks and needles that reach heights of 40m. The major remnant of erosion, Akdağ (1,325m), is the dominant feature in the valley. In the ruin-like landscape of the Man has added to the workmanship of the elements by digging cells, churches and veritable subterranean cities which together make up one of the world’s largest cave dwelling complexes.

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Blue Mosque (sultan ahmet camii)The Sultan Ahmet Camii, commonly known as the Blue Mosque, with its tiers of magnificent domes and six graceful minarets is one of the most-striking and immediately-distinguishable structures on Istanbul’s skyline.

topkapi palace MuseumThe Topkapi Sarayi, built by Mehmet the Conqueror as a Sultan's Palace, consists of a sprawling collection of buildings arranged around several interconnecting courtyards.

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covered Bazaar (Kapali Çarsi)The oldest and biggest enclosed bazaar in the world, also known as the Grand Bazaar, is one of the most enticing and mesmerizing attractions in Istanbul!

EphesusEphesus is the biggest and best-preserved ancient city in the country and is one of the world's spectacular historical sites.

ancient troyFor about 3,000 years the fascinating story involving the destruction of the prosperous city of Troy in a long war fought over the legendary beauty, Helen, was thought to be fiction.

GoremeThe small town of Goreme is situated in the middle of the Valley of Fairy Chimneys, surrounded by the eerie shapes and fantastic rock formations that have made the region famous.

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Name: Republic of TurkeyTürkiye Cumhuriyeti

Location/Time Zone: Eastern Europe (UST+2)

Size: 783,562 km2

Capital: Ankara

Currency: Turkish liraa (TRY)

Motto: Egemenlik, kayıtsız şartsız Milletindir, “Sovereignty unconditionally belongs to the Nation”

Official Language: Turkish

Population: 75.62 million (2013 est.)

Calling code: +90

turKEyLinking Europe and the Middle East, suspended between the new and the long-established, Turkey retains a balance of both east and west. Modern city boutiques and exotic bazaars clamour for customers. The different regions of Turkey offer an assortment of landscapes, activities and characters, and whether one is a history or archaeology enthusiast, a sun-worshipper, or city-lover keen on shopping!

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day 3 | Gallipoli – dardanelles – canakkale Morning departure for Gallipoli and visit Anzac Cove, Lone Pine Cemetery and Chunuk Bair, then across the Dardanelles to Canakkale for overnight. (B,D)

day 4 | troy – pergamum – KusadasiToday we visit Troy with its famous wooden horse. Before arriving into Asclepion, enjoy lunch with locals in a traditional local village. Then continue to Pergamum to visit the ancient Medical Center in Asclepion and continue to Kusadasi for overnight.

day 5 | Ephesus & st. Mary’s house – Kusadasi Tour the famous ruins of Ephesus and St. Mary’s House and visit a regional rug production centre. Afternoon optional: Tour of Sardis or Sirince.(B,D)

day 6 | Kusadası – pamukkaleDrive through fertile valleys to Pamukkale (white lime cascades) visit Hierapolis and enjoy the thermal pools of your hotel (B,D)

day 7 | hierapolis – MarmarisTravel south to the resort city of Marmaris, afternoon is free. (B,D)

day 8 | Marmaris Tour ends after breakfast. (B)

Morning complimentary transfer to Marmaris Pier for travellers who would like to take a ferry to Rhodes.

day 3 |Gallipoli – dardanelles – canakkale Morning departure for Gallipoli and visit Anzac Cove, Lone Pine Cemetery and Chunuk Bair, then across the Dardanelles to Canakkale. Overnight in Canakkale. (B,D)

day 4 | troy – pergamum – KusadasiToday visit Troy with its famous wooden-horse, tour the ancient Medical Centre Asclepion in Pergamum and continue on to Kusadasi. Overnight in Kusadasi. (B,D)

day 5 | Ephesus & st. Mary’s house – Kusadasi Tour the famous ruins of Ephesus and St. Mary’s House and visit a regional rug production centre. Afternoon optional: Tour of Sardis or Sirince. (B,D)

day 6 | Kusadası – pamukkale Drive through fertile valleys to Pamukkale (white lime cascades) visit Hierapolis and enjoy the thermal pools of your hotel. (B,D)

day 7 | hierapolis – Gocek or fethiyeVisit the Hierapolis Roman Health Spa ruins and then travel south to the resort city of Gocek or Fethiye to board a gulet yacht. (B,D)

day 8 | Yacht cruise (lycian coast)Sail across beautiful bays surrounded by high-forested hills. (B,L,D)

day 9 | Yacht cruise (lycian coast) Continue cruising the Mediterranean coast, explore nearby Lycian ruins, swim or simply relax. (B,L,D)

day 10 | MarmarisEnd your cruise with breakfast in Marmaris. (B)


Australia Ordinary and official passport holders are required to have visa to enter Turkey. Ordinary passport holders can obtain three month-multiple entry e-Visas via the website www.evisa.gov.tr.

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day 1 | istanbulArrival and transfer to hotel. Welcome briefing.

day 2 | istanbul Full day tour includes: Topkapi Palace (excluding harem), Hippodrome, Blue Mosque, St. Sophia and the Grand Bazaar. Optional: Dinner with belly dancing entertainment. (B)

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Transfer: An A/C Vehicle and a driver will pick you up to drive to Gulet or your hotel in Marmaris

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day 1 | istanbul Arrival and transfer to hotel. Welcome briefing.

day 2 | istanbul Enjoy a full day tour including a visit to Topkapi Palace Museum, residence of the Ottoman Sultans between 1453–1852 (excluding harem). Visit the Hippodrome, which was once the center of life where chariot racing and other public events took place. Tour the Blue Mosque built between 1609 and 1616, famous for its blue ceramic tiles. Your last stop will be the famous Grand Bazaar, the world’s largest and oldest covered market with over 60 streets. Join an optional dinner with belly dancing entertainment.

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day 3 | istanbul – ankara This morning depart on an optional tour of St. Sophia, a church built in the 6th century Byzantine capital, converted to a mosque by the Ottomans, and now a museum and one of the world’s greatest architectural wonders. Continue to cruise along Bosphorus cruise enjoying the strait that separates Asia and Europe. Its shores are lined with fine neighbourhoods, Ottoman palaces, fortresses, old wooden villas, hotels, parks and gardens, restaurants and cafés. Depart for the capital city of Ankara for overnight. (B,D)

day 4 | ankara – cappadociaVisit the Museum of Anatolian Civilizations, a historic caravanserai holding artifacts from up to 7500 years old. Visit the Mausoleum of Ataturk, the father of modern Turkey. Drive to Cappadocia, touring a 13th century caravanserai en route. Pay a visit to the underground city of Saratli, one of the many underground settlements. Enjoy dinner at a local restaurant and join an optional Whirling Dervishes performance. Overnight in Cappadocia. (B)

day 5 | cappadociaConsider an optional early morning hot air balloon tour and experience floating through volcanic valleys, fairy chimneys and caves at sunrise. After breakfast visit Goreme, a historical region of Turkey, located among the rock formations, which was first settled back in the Roman period. Many rock churches can still be seen today, as Christianity was then the prevailing religion in that region. Continue to the town of Avanos renowned for its high quality earthenware. Also visit Pasabagi, Red Valley and attend a brief regional pottery workshop in a cave. (B)

day 6 | cappadocia – pamukkale Drive to Pamukkale. En-route visit the famous mausoleum of the Sufi philosopher Mevlana. Drive to Pamukkale, dinner and overnight. (B,D)

day 7 | pamukkale – KusadasiVisit the unique cotton fortress of Pamukkale, with its white lime cascades formed by mineral springs, and the ruins of the Roman health spa of Hierapolis. Proceed to Kusadasi for dinner and overnight.

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day 8 | Ephesus & st. Mary’s house – KusadasiTour the famous ruins of Ephesus, an important cultural center of the ancient world, and explore 2,000 year-old marble streets, a theater, the Library of Celsius, a gymnasium and Hadrian’s Temple. Take a short drive to see St. Mary’s stone cottage where it is believed Virgin Mary spent her last years accompanied by St. John. Continue to a regional rug production center to have a firsthand experience of this unique art form. Join an optional afternoon tour of Sirince. (B,D)

day 9 |pergamum – troy – canakkaleVisit the ancient Medical Center Asclepion in Pergamum and continue to a traditional local village for lunch with locals. Then continue to Troy with its famous wooden horse, best known for being the setting of the Trojan War and many cities built on top of each other. Continue to Canakkale for overnight. (B,D)

day 10 |dardanelles – Gallipoli – istanbul Morning departure for Gallipoli and visit Anzac Cove, Lone Pine Cemetery, Chunuk Bair, then drive to Istanbul for a farewell dinner. Overnight in Istanbul. (B)

day 11 | istanbul – return Transfer to the airport for your return flight home. (B)

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day 1 | istanbulUpon arrival you will be met and transferred to your hotel. Welcome briefing will be held.

day 2 | istanbulEnjoy a full day tour including a visit to Topkapi Palace Museum, residence of the Ottoman Sultans between 1453–1852 (excluding harem). Visit the Hippodrome, which was once the center of life where chariot racing and other public events took place. Tour the Blue Mosque built between 1609 and 1616, famous for its blue ceramic tiles. Next see St. Sophia, a church built in the 6th century Byzantine capital, converted to a mosque by the Ottomans, and now a museum and one of the world’s greatest architectural wonders. Your last stop will be the famous Grand Bazaar, the world’s largest and oldest covered market with over 60 streets. Join an optional dinner with belly dancing entertainment(B)

day 3 |Gallipoli – dardanelles – canakkaleMorning departure for Gallipoli and visit Anzac Cove, Lone Pine Cemetery and Chunuk Bair, then across the Dardanelles to Canakkale for overnight. (B,D)

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day 4 | troy – pergamum – Kusadasi Visit Troy with its famous wooden horse, best known for being the setting of the Trojan War and many cities built on top of each other. Before arriving into Asclepion, enjoy lunch with locals in a local village. Then continue to Pergamum to visit the ancient Medical Center in Asclepion and continue to Kusadasi for overnight. (B,L,D)

day 5 | Ephesus & st. Mary’s house – Kusadasi Tour the famous ruins of Ephesus, an important cultural center of the ancient world, and explore 2,000 year-old marble streets, a theater, the Library of Celsius, a gymnasium and Hadrian’s Temple. Take a short drive to see St. Mary’s stone cottage where it is believed Virgin Mary spent her last years accompanied by St. John. Continue to a regional rug production center to have a firsthand experience of this unique art form. Join an optional afternoon tour of Sirince.

day 6 | Kusadası – pamukkaleDrive through fertile valleys to Pamukkale (white lime cascades) visit Hierapolis and enjoy the thermal pools of your hotel. (B,D)

day 7 | pamukkale – perge – antalyaMorning drive to Antalya, arrive at mid-noon, pay a visit to the ancient city of Perge, a relaxed afternoon by the Mediterranean coast. (B,D)

day 8 | antalya: optional tour of phaselis or Yacht cruise Enjoy a day at leisure. Join an optional tour of Phaselis, an ancient coastal city, or a lazy yacht cruise along the Turquoise Coast of the Mediterranean. Dinner at a special local restaurant. (B,D)

day 9 | antalya – aspendos – KonyaAfter breakfast depart for Konya, en route visit the ancient city Aspendos, known for having the best-preserved theatre of antiquity. Visit the Mausoleum of Mevlana who was a Sufi philosopher. This was also the dervish lodge of the Mevlevi order, better known as the Whirling Dervishes. Continue to the Karatay Koran School, an 800 year-old building, once a Selcuk Islamic theological seminary. Overnight in Konya. (B)

day 10 | Konya – cappadocia In the morning, drive to Cappadocia, the land of the fairy chimneys. En route, visit a 13th century caravanserai. Pay a visit to the underground city of Saratli, one of the many underground settlements. Enjoy dinner at a local restaurant and join an optional Whirling Dervishes performance. (B,D)

day 11 | cappadociaConsider an optional early morning hot air balloon tour and experience floating through volcanic valleys, fairy chimneys and caves at sunrise. After breakfast visit Goreme, a historical region of Turkey. Continue to the town of Avanos renowned for its high quality earthenware. Also visit Pasabagi, Red Valley and attend a brief regional pottery workshop in a cave. (B,D)

day 12 | cappadocia – ankaran the morning, depart for the capital city of Ankara through the salt lake area. Enjoy an afternoon tour of the Ataturk Mausoleum and the Museum of Anatolian Civilizations, a historic caravanserai holding artifacts from up to 7500 years old.(B,D)

day 13 | istanbulAfter breakfast take a scenic drive to Istanbul. Afternoon Optional: half day Bosphorus Cruise, including last-minute shopping in the Spice Market. Tonight farewell dinner. (B,D)

day 14 | istanbulTransfer to the airport. (B)


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day 1 | arrive istanbul Upon arrival you will be met and transferred to your hotel. Welcome briefing will be held.

day 2 | istanbul Enjoy a half-day sightseeing tour of St. Sophia and the Hippodrome. In the afternoon, join an optional Bosphorus cruise and Spice Market tour. Overnight in Istanbul. (B)

day 3 | istanbulIn the morning visit Topkapi Palace, the Blue Mosque and the Grand Bazaar. In the evening, join an optional Turkish dinner and enjoy belly and folk dancing entertainment. Overnight in Istanbul. (B)

day 4 | Gallipoli & troy – assos In the morning depart for Gallipoli to visit Anzac Cove, the Lone Pine Cemetery and Chunuk Bair. Before we cross the Dardanelles, visit Suvla Vineyard and wine cellar to taste famous Turkish wines. Continue to Canakkale to visit Troy. Drive to Yesilyurt for dinner and overnight. (B,D)

day 5 | Kusadasi via pergamum In the morning, drive through the olive forests and stop at an olive museum. Then visit an ethnographical museum in Tahta Kuslar (wooden birds) village. Before arriving in to Asclepion, enjoy lunch with locals in a local village. The last stop of the day will be the ancient Medical Centre Asclepion in Pergamum. Overnight in Kusadasi. (B,L,D)

day 6 | Ephesus & st. Mary’s houseMorning tour of the glorious ruins at Ephesus, explore 2,000 year-old marble streets, a theatre, the l brary of Celsius, a gymnasium and Hadrian’s Temple. Take a short drive to see St. Mary’s House where she stayed later in life accompanied by St. John, also visit the traditional village of Sirince. Overnight in Kusadasi. (B,D)

day 7 | Kusadasi – cappadociaDepart on an early morning flight to Kayseri and then proceed to Cappadocia to explore the moon-like landscapes. Drive to Soganli Valley which has been continuously inhabited since the earliest days of the Christian era and is home to churches that date from the 9th-13th centuries. Soganli, like other valleys in Cappadocia, exemplifies the harmony between man and nature. Tonight join an optional Whirling Dervishes performance in an authentic cave setting. (B,D)

day 8 | cappadociaConsider an optional early morning hot air balloon tour and experience floating through volcanic valleys, fairy chimneys and caves at sunrise. After breakfast visit Goreme, a historical region of Turkey, located among the rock formations, which was first settled, back in the Roman period. Continue to Ozkonak and tour Pigeon Valley Avcilar, the eight-story underground city, and a local pottery making village, Avanos. Conclude with a visit to a traditional Turkish family home. Enjoy dinner from a traditional restaurant. Overnight in Cappadocia. (B,D)

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day 9 | cappadocia – antalyaProceed to Antalya through the Taurus Mountains and visit Aspendos, the Roman city at the base of the mountains and continue to Perge. Enjoy lunch in a casual, traditional village restaurant. Overnight in Antalya. (B,L,D)

day 10 | antalyaRelax with a free day on the Mediterranean Coast or join an optional tour to the Archeological Museum of Antalya combined with a cruise from the old Roman yacht harbor. Dinner and overnight in Antalya. (B,D)

For those on the 15 Day tour Blue cruise extension

Depart early for Fethiye to board a gulet at 10:30am. Spend the afternoon visiting beautiful islands and finally hoist near Göcek Island. Following lunch and a swimming break, cruise to Yassica Island to spend the night and cherish the wonderful scenery. (B,L,D)

day 13 | Bedri rahmi Bay – domuz island – aga limaniAfter breakfast, cruise to Bedri Rahmi Bay named after the famous Turkish artist who set voyage on one of the first ‘blue cruises’ in Turkey. Continue to Domuz Island for a swim and anchor in Aga Limani for dinner and overnight. (B,L,D)

day 14 | Kumlubük – cennet island – Marmaris Depart early and enjoy breakfast in Kumlubük Bay. Anchor at Cennet Island for our last swimming break and lunch. Proceed to Marmaris Harbour by 4:00pm. Guests wishing to see more of Marmaris are recommended to go to the city centre and experience the nightlife. Overnight stay in Marmaris. (B,L,D)

day 15 | MarmarisDepart from the boat and transfer to the Dalaman Airport. (B)

cappadocia Göreme is a town in Cappadocia, a historical region of Turkey which is a spectacular example of the effects of erosion of the volcanic tuff sediments by wind and water. Typical features are pillars, columns, towers, obelisks and needles that reach heights of 40m. The major remnant of erosion, Akdağ (1,325m), is the dominant feature in the valley. The nearby Erciyas volcano is still active with occasional minor eruptions. Within these rock formations people have excavated a network of caves which served as refuges, residences, storage and places of worship dating from the 4th century.

In the ruin-like landscape of the Cappadocia Plateau where natural erosion has sculpted the tuff into shapes which are eerily reminiscent of towers, spires, domes and pyramids, man has added to the workmanship of the elements by digging cells, churches and veritable subterranean cities which together make up one of the world’s largest cave dwelling complexes! This phenomenal site excels especially for the beauty of the decor of the Christian sanctuaries whose features make Cappadocia one of the leading examples of post-iconoclast Byzantine art.

day 11 | Myra – finike – KalkanDepart in the morning for Myra. Visit the home church of St. Nicholas (Santa Claus) where the floor of the church is made of opus sectile, a mosaic of coloured marble, and there are some remains of frescoes on the walls. Because of the plague that swept through Anatolia (Myra lost one-third of its population to it in 542-3 AD), Muslim raids, flooding and earthquakes, Myra was abandoned by the 11th century. What remains is very impressive - a large theatre with the backdrop of Myra’s famous rock-cut tombs. The sight of these is quite striking. Dinner and overnight in Kalkan.

day 12 | Kalkan – fethiye – istanbulIn the morning drive to Fethiye and visit the Lycian Tombs. Later, transfer to the Dalaman Airport for an afternoon flight to Istanbul. (B)

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Location/Time Zone: Newfoundland Time Zone, Atlantic Time Zone, Eastern Time, Central Time Zone, Mountain Time Zone, and the Pacific Time Zone(UTC−3.5 to −8)

Size: 9,984,670 km2

Capital: Ottawa

Currency: Canadian dollar (CAD)

Motto: “A Mari Usque Ad Mare” (Latin)“From Sea to Sea”

Official Language: English, French


Calling code: +1

canadaThe vast frontier of Canada is a land of prairies, mountains, fields of glaciers, lakes and rocky coastlines. Filled with diverse wildlife such as wolves, moose, bears, eagles and other animals, the Canadian landscape is one of great natural beauty and provides ample opportunity for outdoor sports such as hiking, fishing, skiing and snowmobiling. Canada’s cities are just as colourful. Whether you’d like to attend a rodeo in Calgary, marvel at the museums in Ottawa, browse the restaurants and art galleries of Toronto’s Distillery District, or have a picnic in Vancouver’s Stanley Park.

MontrEalFrench-speaking Montreal is romantic and elegant. This charming island city has plenty to see and do, especially in the realm of culture, and those who plan to travel to Montreal can check a very full calendar of festival events and take in one of these to spice up their visit.

QuEBEc cityQuebec City is the heart of Canadian French civilization and the only walled city in North America. The old city of Quebec has been designated a world heritage site by UNESCO to preserve its unique architecture and charm. The old city is set on two levels connected by steps and a funicular.

ottaWaCanada’s Capital and the country’s fourth largest metropolis, Ottawa is located in Eastern Ontario at the junction of three majestic waterways and just across the Ottawa River from Gatineau, Quebec. A cosmopolitan, intimate capital, Ottawa is a place where you can immerse yourself in Canadian and culture.

vancouvEr Vancouver is located between the majestic snowcapped Coast Mountains and the Pacific Ocean, enjoys a mild climate year-round and is surrounded by some of the most stunning natural beauty in the world.

victoriaLocated on the southernmost tip of Vancouver Island, Victoria is sometimes called the most British city in Canada. Victoria is a popular port on Alaskan cruises. Tourists are drawn to Victoria’s manicured gardens and Mediterranean climate, but this large city has many attractions for the whole family.

torontoA holiday in Toronto provides non-stop adventure for tourists with its distinct, compact neighbourhoods, each offering something different, from the summer cultural festivals along the harbourfront to the gaudiness of the Yonge Street strip.

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day 1 | arrival in vancouverUpon arrival at the Vancouver International Airport, transfer on your own by scheduled motorcoach service, limousine or taxi to your downtown hotel. The rest of the evening is at your leisure. Overnight in Vancouver.

day 2 | discovering vancouverIncluded today is a Trolley Tour where you can tour Vancouver at your own pace! Take the entire tour in 2 hours or get off the trolley at any one of the 20 stops to visit attractions. Later, take a free shuttle to Capilano Suspension Bridge. Operating since 1889, Capilano Suspension Bridge is suspended 450 feet across and 230 feet above Capilano River. Admission includes: world-famous Capilano Suspension Bridge, thrilling Treetops Adventure and Cliffhanger Walk. Overnight in Vancouver.

PaCifiC CoaST exPerienCe6 days - 5 nights | vancouver - victoria - vancouver

day 3 | vancouver - victoriaYour tour aboard a scheduled motorcoach leaves Vancouver and takes you to Tsawwassen for a 90- minute ferry ride to Vancouver Island. En route to Victoria you will visit the world renowned Butchart Gardens. Other sightseeing features include University of Victoria, Royal Victorian Yacht Club, Beacon Hill Park and the attractions around the Inner Harbour.Overnight in Victoria.

day 4 | sightseeing in victoriaToday is a free day to explore the city. Included is admission to the Royal British Columbia Museum and National Geographic Imax Theatre. This museum is located near the harbour in Victoria and has exhibits on almost everything from First Nations Culture to the most beloved artists from around the world. The National Geographic IMAX is located at the Royal BC Museum. Overnight in Victoria.

day 5 | victoria to vancouverEnjoy a morning free to explore the beautiful city of Victoria. Transfer back to the Victoria bus depot by taxi to board your scheduled motorcoach late this afternoon for your return trip to Vancouver. Overnight in Vancouver.

day 6 | vancouverYour morning is at leisure until your independent transfer to the Vancouver International Airport for your ongoing or homeward flight.

price includes:• 5 nights hotel accommodation• Sightseeing tour from

Vancouver to Victoria including ferry fare

• Entries and Admissions: − Vancouver Aquarium − Marine Science Centre

• Admission and transfers to: − Capilano Suspension Bridge − Butchart Gardens − Royal BC Museum − National Geographic

IMAX Theatre• Transfers to Victoria to

Vancouver by coach & ferry• Vancouver Taxi Transfer

- as indicated in itinerary• Documentation including

itinerary, brochures, maps and vouchers

• Hotel luggage handling• HST and GST taxes

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Moderate Hotels used: Vancouver - Century Plaza Hotel, Studio Room, Victoria - Marriott Inner Harbour, Standard Room

Deluxe Hotels used: Vancouver - The Fairmont Hotel Vancouver, - Fairmont RoomVictoria - The Fairmont Empress, Fairmont Room

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Left-to-right: Niagara Falls, Grizzly Bear at Grouse Mountain, Vancouver

Capilano Suspension Bridge, Vancouver

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day 1 | vancouver to victoriaUpon arrival in Vancouver, transfer by one of many regularly scheduled motor coach services over the Strait of Georgia (BC Ferry fare also included) from the Vancouver bus depot to the Victoria bus depot and then transfer by taxi (included) to your selected hotel. Overnight in Victoria

DiSCover CiTy, Sea & Sky 7 days - 6 nights | vancouver - victoria - Whistler - vancouver

day 2 | victoriaSpend your morning at leisure in Victoria and then get ready for a 90 minute, fully-narrated Victoria City Tour. This narrated tour shows you the famous landmarks of the city and explains the history behind them. Discover Victoria’s homes, gardens, the Legislative Building, Beacon Hill Park, Mile Zero, the residential areas of the Uplands and Oak Bay and other historical points like Chinatown and Antique Row. At 1:00 pm you’ll depart downtown Victoria depot with a scenic trip to the world famous Butchart Gardens. Once at the Gardens, take a stroll and enjoy the floral displays for your choice of 2 or 3 hours. Take the 4:00 pm or 5:30 pm shuttle back to downtown Victoria to end your day’s excursion. Overnight in Victoria.

day 3 | victoria to vancouverEnjoy a free morning before returning to Vancouver. Take any scheduled motor coach and ferry service back to the mainland. Upon arrival into Vancouver, transfer by taxi (included) to your hotel. Spend the rest of the day exploring the city. Attractions you may wish to visit include The Lookout! Tower or the Vancouver Art Gallery. Overnight in Vancouver

price includes:• 6 nights accommodation• Return transfers between

Vancouver Airport or downtown bus depot to Victoria Bus depot (including ferry fares) including a scenic cruise through the Strait of Georgia

• Taxi transfer from Victoria bus depot to hotel

• City tour of Victoria• Butchart Gardens Admission• Taxi transfer from Vancouver

bus depot to hotel• Vancouver Trolley Tour• Admission to the Vancouver

Aquarium• Sunset Dinner Cruise in

Vancouver• Rocky Mountaineer “Whistler

Classic” train from Vancouver to Whistler including breakfast and transfers

• Treetop Canopy Walk OR Ziptrek Ecotour in Whistler

• Transfer from Whistler to Vancouver airport or downtown

• Luggage handling at hotels• HST and GST taxes

city value Moderate deluxe

VictoriaBest Western Carlton Plaza,

Standard RoomVictoria Marriott Inner

Harbour, Standard RoomThe Fairmont Empress,

Fairmont Room

VancouverSandman Vancouver

City Centre, Standard RoomCentury Plaza Hotel,

Studio RoomThe Fairmont Hotel

Vancouver, Fairmont Room

WhistlerListel Whistler,Standard Room

Delta Whistler VillageInn & Suites, Delta Room

The Fairmont Chateau Whistler, Fairmont Room

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day 4 | vancouverExperience Vancouver’s Trolley Attractions Tour today - and tour at your own pace! Take the entire tour in 2 hours or get off the trolley at any one of the 20 stops to visit attractions, shop or dine. Then re-board another trolley to continue your tour. Some of the 20 stops include the Totem Poles in Stanley Park, Gastown, Vancouver Aquarium, English Bay, and Granville Island. Included is admission to the Vancouver Aquarium. Later this evening, take in a West Coast Sunset over the Pacific Ocean on an evening dinner cruise past Stanley Park, through English Bay and into False Creek. Included onboard is a buffet-style meal featuring filet of fresh BC salmon and slow roasted “Baron” of prime Alberta beef as well as live entertainment from one of the featured performers. Overnight in Vancouver. (D)

day 5 | vancouver to WhistlerThe Whistler Mountaineer is a 3-hour, premier train journey from North Vancouver to Whistler. This service delivers the unique blend of contrasts the Sea to Sky region is famous for; cities and old growth forests, action and serenity, deep valleys and snow-capped peaks, seascapes and mountain views. Included is breakfast served at your seat and interpretive commentary from the onboard attendants. Overnight in Whistler. (B)

day 6 | WhistlerToday’s options in Whistler are the choice of the Tree Trek Canopy Walk, a walk through a network of suspension bridges, boardwalks and trails that take you from the forest floor to the upper reaches of the forest canopy OR try the Ziptrek Ecotour where you’ll experience the exhilaration of flying as you glide along steel ziplines suspended high above the white-water river that divides Whistler and Blackcomb Mountains. The ziplines are joined by a network of ground based boardwalks and trails, and by aerial stairways and bridges at heights of over eighty feet in the tree canopy! Overnight in Whistler

day 7 | Whistler to vancouverThis day is at leisure until your transfer to Vancouver. Travel along the scenic Sea to Sky Highway offering panoramic views of Howe Sound and the Coast Range Mountains. Other highlights en route include the Shannon Falls and the Stawamus Chief rock face. Continue to the coastal city of Vancouver, travelling across the Lions’ Gate Bridge (named after two mountain peaks said to resemble sleeping lions). Upon arrival in Vancouver, choose to be dropped off at a downtown hotel or the Vancouver International Airport for your ongoing or homeward flight.

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Left-to-right: Aerial view of Vancouver, Parliament Building, Victoria BC

Totem Poles at Stanley Park, Vancouver

Vancouver from Stanley Park

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garDenS, graPeS & glaCierS 2 days - 1 night - calgary - vancouver

day 1 | calgary to KelownaEarly morning departure from the city of Calgary takes you from the prairies, through the foothills and into the Rocky Mountains of Banff National Park. Witness a change of scenery from the horizon of central Alberta to mountain peaks, in just 90 minutes. After a brief stop in the town of Banff, and continue to Lake Louise, one of the most stunning emerald green lakes in the Canadian Rockies. There will be enough time to explore the Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise on your own. Ascending Roger’s Pass, the summit of Glacier National Park, this route follows the Canadian Pacific rail line all along the way. A lunch break (included) is made in the alpine town of Revelstoke. Driving further south, the Trans Canada Highway travels past Craigellachie. Continue on your journey into the wine region of the Okanagan Valley, through the town of Vernon. The last stop of the day is at a local winery for an exclusive tour and educational wine tasting. Sample a variety of hand-crafted Okanagan wines in this unique and authentic setting. An evening arrival at your Kelowna hotel allows time for dinner (meal not included) and exploration of the lakefront. Overnight in Kelowna. (L)

price includes:• 1 night accommodation• Exclusive sightseeing between

Calgary and Vancouver• 1 breakfast and 2 lunches

between Vancouver and Banff• Admission to Hell’s Gate (when

starting from Calgary)• Wine tasting in Kelowna & Take

Home Gift• Luggage handling at hotel• National Park fees• HST and GST taxes

Gardens, Grapes & Glaciers 2 Days - 1 Night - Calgary - Vancouver - Departs Daily Itinerary available in reverse - Prices from:

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Hotel Used: Moderate Hotel Kelowna. Child and Quad rates also available.

day 2 | Kelowna to vancouver After breakfast, depart the Okanagan Valley on the Coquihalla highway which travels through the interior to the town of Merritt. There, time is allowed at the Visitor Centre to learn about this historic territory, one of the premier ranching settlements in British Columbia from 1880. Then follow the Fraser River where en route a stop is made at Hell’s Gate, located in the scenic Fraser Canyon. You will descend from the highway level in one of two gondolas, and experience a flight directly above the Hell’s Gate fishways, where sockeye salmon travel to their spawning grounds. At the lower terminal, after a 152-metre descent across the canyon, there are observation points to view the Fraser River surging through the gorge. Admission and lunch are included before your return trip up to the highway level. Following lunch, continue along the Fraser River, a major salmon spawning route. This area attracts and feeds many predators such as eagles and bears who depend on this yearly feast that sustains them during the winter months ahead. Travel through the Fraser delta region and then into downtown Vancouver, for a late afternoon arrival. (B, L)

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day 1 | vancouver to KelownaDepart Vancouver, through the lush Fraser delta region, and over the Coquihalla Pass. Start along the Fraser River, a major salmon spawning route. This area attracts and feeds many predators such as eagles and bears who depend on this yearly feast that sustains them during the winter months ahead. After lunch, continue your trek on the Coquihalla Highway up into the heart of ranching country. A brief stop at the Merritt Visitor Centre allows time to stretch and learn about one of the ranching settlements in British Columbia from 1880. Travel onto the wine region of the Okanagan Valley. Visit a local winery for a tour and wine tasting. Sample a variety of hand-crafted Okanagan wines in this setting. Kelowna is the cultural centre of the Okanagan Valley. Evening in Kelowna at leisure. Overnight in Kelowna. (L)

alPine exPlorer 4 days - 3 nights - vancouver - calgary

day 2 | Kelowna to BanffAfter breakfast, travel through the Okanagan Valley, through the town of Vernon. After a quick stop in either Armstrong or Sicamous continue onto the Monashee Mountains and travel past Craigellachie. Stop for lunch in the Revelstoke. Ascending Roger’s Pass, the summit of Glacier National Park. As you enter Banff National Park, stop at world-famous Lake Louise, a stunning emerald green lake. Continue to the town of Banff for your overnight. Overnight in Banff. (B, L)

day 3 | Banff to columbia icefield (Round Trip) Today’s journey travels along the famous Icefields Parkway. Travel through Banff and Jasper National Parks with stops at the Columbia Icefield & the Glacier Skywalk. At the Columbia Icefield, enjoy lunch at the Columbia Icefield Discovery Centre. After, board a Brewster Ice Explorer and travel onto the icy slopes of the Athabasca Glacier. This excursion allows you to travel in a Brewster Ice Explorer to the middle of the 362 meter high glacier while the driver/guide explains how the glaciers are formed. Only a few minutes from the Athabasca Glacier is the Glacier Skywalk which consists of a 400 metre interpretive boardwalk and a observation platform extending 30 metres out over the Sunwapta Valley. Return to Banff along the Icefields Parkway. Overnight in Banff.

day 4 | Banff to calgaryThis morning’s excursion tours through the town of Banff and its environs. Ascend Tunnel Mountain Drive to view Bow Falls and the hoodoos, followed by a visit to Lake Minnewanka and Two Jack Lake. Then take a ride on a gondola car to the top of Sulphur Mountain. Early this afternoon, depart Banff and travel to Calgary. Upon arrival, you will be dropped off either at your downtown hotel or the Calgary Airport.

price includes:• 3 nights hotel accommodation• Visit Banff, Lake Louise ,

Columbia Icefield and Kelowna• Glacier Adventure & lunch• Glacier Skywalk• Souvenir photograph at either

the Banff Gondola or the Columbia Icefield

• Sightseeing excursion of Banff• Banff Gondola• Exclusive sightseeing between

Banff and Vancouver• Wine tasting in Kelowna

& Take Home Gift• 1 breakfast and 2 lunches

between Vancouver and Banff• Luggage handling at hotels• National Park fees• HST and GST taxes

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Value Hotels: Prices & hotels available on request.

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Deluxe Hotels used: Moderate Hotel Kelowna & The Fairmont Banff Springs,Fairmont Room

Left-to-right: Brewster Ice Explorers on the Glaciers, Icefields Parkway; Kelowna © Kelowna Tourism

Cedaer Creek Winery, Kelowna

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day 1 | calgary to BanffToday, transfer to the resort town of Banff from the Calgary International Airport or your downtown hotel (included). Upon arrival in Banff, you will be dropped off at your hotel. Overnight in Banff.

price includes:• 7 nights accommodation on

room only basis• Sightseeing excursion of Banff• Banff Gondola• Banff Lake Cruise

(May 9 - Oct 5 2014)• Excursion from Banff to Jasper• Glacier Adventure & lunch• Glacier Skywalk• Souvenir photograph at either

the Banff Gondola or the Columbia Icefield

• Transfer from Jasper to Lake Louise

• Exclusive sightseeing between Lake Louise and Vancouver

• 2 breakfasts and 2 lunches between Vancouver and Lake Louise

• Admission to Hell’s Gate (when starting from Calgary)

• Tour while in Kelowna, options include: The Sampler (including lunch) or Eastside Bench Winery Tour (including lunch)

• Wine tasting in Kelowna & Take Home Gift

• Luggage handling at hotels• National Park fees• HST and GST taxes

not included• Transfers between airports, hotels

and bus depots (unless noted)• Meals (unless noted)• Gratuities to sightseeing

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Vineyards in Kelowna

Left: Maligne Lake, Jasper; Right: Enjoying a drink in Kelowna

day 2 | BanffThis morning’s excursion tours through the town of Banff. Ascend Tunnel Mountain Drive to view Bow Falls and the hoodoos, followed by a visit to Lake Minnewanka and Two Jack Lake. Later, take a ride (included) on a gondola car to the top of Sulphur Mountain. Enjoy a panorama of mountain ranges, valleys, lakes and views of the Banff town site, 770 metres below. This afternoon, take a short excursion to Lake Minnewanka, one of Alberta’s largest bodies of water, for your boat cruise. Cruise for approximately 1.5 hours, travelling beneath the peaks of Mount Aylmer and Mount Inglismaldie, the hoodoo clusters and into Devil’s Gap. Return to Banff via Two Jack Lake and Mount Rundle. Overnight in Banff.

day 3 | Banff to JasperToday’s journey travels north along the Icefields Parkway, one of the most spectacular highways in North America. Travel through Banff and Jasper National Parks with a stop at the Columbia Icefield allowing time for a Brewster “Glacier Experience.” A memorable trip onto the icy slopes of the Athabasca Glacier in a specially designed Brewster Ice Explorer, takes you to the middle of the glacier while the driver/guide explains how the glaciers are formed and points out interesting geological features. Leaving the Athabasca Glacier, visit the newly opened Glacier Skywalk prior to your arrival into Jasper. Overnight in Jasper

day 4 | Jasper to lake louiseSpend the morning exploring Jasper on your own. You may wish to visit the local shops, take an optional sightseeing excursion of Jasper or visit Whistler’s Mountain and ride the skytram to the summit. This afternoon depart Jasper and travel south along the scenic Icefields Parkway to the Lake Louse. Overnight in Lake Louise.

day 5 | lake louise to KelownaToday, depart Lake Louise and head into the province of British Columbia. Ascending Roger’s Pass, the summit of Glacier National Park. A lunch break (included) is made in the alpine town of Revelstoke. Continue on your journey into the famed wine region of the Okanagan Valley, through the town of Vernon. Visit a local winery for an exclusive tour and educational wine tasting. Sample a variety of hand-crafted Okanagan wines in this unique and authentic setting. An evening arrival at your Kelowna hotel allows time for dinner (meal not included) and exploration of the lakefront.Overnight in Kelowna. (L)

day 6 | KelownaStart your day off with a delicious Okanagan breakfast (included) at your hotel. Afterwards you will have your choice of taking one of two winery tours. Option #1 The Sampler: Exciting and fun winery tour in Kelowna. Visit local wineries for a tour and wine tastings. Enjoy wine tastings at Mission Hill, Quails’ Gate Estate Winery and at one other winery. Savour delectable cuisine (lunch included) overlooking vineyards, Okanagan Lake and the Valley. Option #2 Eastside Bench: Enjoy an in depth wine tour with stops at Carmelis Goat Cheese farm, Summerhill Pyramid Winery, Cedar Creek Estate Winery and Tantalus Winery. Artisan lunch included. Overnight in Kelowna. (B,L)


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day 7 | Kelowna to vancouverAfter breakfast (included), depart the Okanagan Valley on the Coquihalla highway which travels through the interior to the town of Merritt. There, time is allowed at the Visitor Centre to stretch and learn about this historic territory, one of the premier ranching settlements in British Columbia from 1880. Then follow the Fraser River and connect with the Fraser Canyon. En route a stop is made at Hell’s Gate, located in Fraser Canyon. Descend from the highway level in one of two gondolas, directly above the Hell’s Gate fishways,. At the lower terminal, after a 152-metre descent across the canyon, there are observation points to view the Fraser River. Following lunch, connect with the Fraser River, a major salmon spawning route. On the last leg of your journey, you’ll find yourself travelling through the Fraser delta region and then into Vancouver, for a late afternoon arrival. Overnight in Vancouver. (B)

day 8 | depart vancouverA morning check out of your hotel and transfer (not included) to the Vancouver International Airport.

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on room only basis• 24 meals including:

− 2 lobster dinners• Welcome Reception• Joggins Fossil Cliffs – a UNESCO

World Heritage Site• Dinner Cruise on Shediac Bay• Hopewell Rocks Ocean Tidal

Exploration Site• Fundy National Park• Saint John City Tour

including Reversing Falls• St. Andrew’s by-the-Sea Day Trip• Ferry from New Brunswick

to Nova Scotia• Grand Pre National Historic Site• Annapolis Valley

Winery Tour & Tasting• Peggy’s Cove• Lunenburg – a UNESCO

World Heritage Site• Fisheries Museum of the Atlantic• Glooscap Heritage Centre

& Mi’kmaq Museum• Confederation Bridge

to Prince Edward Island• Anne of Green Gables

Heritage Place• Ferry from Prince Edward Island

to Nova Scotia• Alexander Graham Bell

National Historic Site• World Famous Cabot Trail• Cape Breton Highlands

National Park• Fortress of Louisbourg National

Historic Site• 2 Whale Watching Boat Tours• Luggage handling at hotels• HST and GST taxes


and bus depots (unless noted)• Meals (unless noted)• Gratuities to sightseeing motor

coach drivers and taxi drivers

day 10 | charlottetown to BaddeckFerry over the Northumberland Strait back to Nova Scotia and proceed to Cape Breton Island - the Scotland of North America – via the Canso Causeway. Visit the Alexander Graham Bell National Historic Site in Baddeck. Overnight in Baddeck. (B, D)

day 11 | cabot trail touring Today, travel the Cabot Trail which winds around Cape Breton’s northern shore, ascending to the plateaus of Cape Breton Highlands National Park. Lookouts offer vistas of this rugged coastline. Also enjoy a Whale Watching Boat Tour (weather permitting). Overnight in Baddeck. (B, L, D)

day 12 | Baddeck to halifaxToday visit the Fortress of Louisbourg National Historic Site, a reconstruction depicting the settlement of 1744 New France. Proceed along the shore of the Bras d’Or Lake to the mainland, and back to Halifax for one last night in the Maritimes. Overnight in Halifax. (B)

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exPlore aTlanTiC CanaDa 13 days - 12 nights - halifax to halifax

day 1 | arrive halifaxArrive in Halifax and check in to our accommodations which are located in the downtown of this urban centre on the Atlantic Ocean. Meet our Tour Director and fellow travellers this evening at a Welcome Reception. Overnight in Halifax.

day 2 | halifax to MonctonExplore the Bay of Fundy and learn about the world’s highest tides as we meander its coastline to New Brunswick’s bilingual city of Moncton. En route, explore the Joggins Fossil Cliffs, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. See exposed layers of rock revealing the world’s most complete fossil record of life in the “Coal Age” of 300 million years ago. After crossing into New Brunswick, a culinary experience awaits as we cruise the waters of Shediac Bay aboard a lobster boat; learn about the fishing industry and enjoy a lobster supper. Arrive in Moncton and check into your hotel. Overnight in Moncton.

day 3 | Moncton to saint JohnVisit the Hopewell Rocks on the coast of the Bay of Fundy. Marvel at these massive flower-pot shaped formations sculpted by the highest tides on the planet. Travel through Fundy National Park on to Canada’s first incorporated city, Saint John, on the southern New Brunswick coast. Enjoy a city tour, including the Reversing Falls, before checking into your Harbour-front accommodations. Overnight in Saint John. (B, L, D)

day 4 | st. andrews by-the-sea Enjoy a day trip to St. Andrews by-the Sea where the quaint charm of this coastal town is sure to captivate. After a Whale Watching Boat Tour (weather permitting), the afternoon is yours discover this seaside gem at your own pace. Overnight in St. Andrews. (B, L)

day 5 | saint John - annapolis valleyEnjoy free time in Saint John this morning before you ferry back to Nova Scotia; be on the look-out for whales as you cross the Bay of Fundy. Arrive in Digby, the scallop capital of the world, where the fresh sea air and passionate Acadian culture combine to form an historically rich town. Overnight in Digby. (B, D)

day 6 | annapolis valley to halifaxTravel the Annapolis Valley and learn about the French Acadians who established their first settlement in the early 1600’s. Visit Grand Pre National Historic Site where fact and fiction blend to reveal the romance of the Land of Evangeline. Visit a local winery for a tour and tasting before arriving in Halifax for the evening. Overnight in Halifax. (B)

day 7 | halifax to oak islandDiscover the charm of the renowned fishing village of Peggy’s Cove over breakfast. Travel Nova Scotia’s South Shore and on to the UNESCO World Heritage Town of Lunenburg, renowned for it’s fleets of Grand Banks’ fishing schooners. Take a walking tour of one of the most remarkably preserved colonial settlements in the New World, and visit the Fisheries Museum of the Atlantic to learn about the town’s seafaring heritage. Travel to Mahone Bay where 19th century-built churches represents an iconic cultural landscape of Nova Scotia. Enjoy some free time to stroll through the town. Arrive in Western Shore for the night and learn of Oak Island. Overnight in Oak Island. (B, D)

day 8 | oak island to charlottetownTravel by ferry to Prince Edward Island via the Confederation Bridge, the world’s longest continuous multi-span bridge. En route, learn about Mi’kmaq culture at the Glooscap Heritage Centre & Mi’kmaq Museum. Experience true Maritime hospitality this evening at a Prince Edward Island lobster supper before checking into your accommodation. Overnight in Charlottetown. (B, D)

day 9 | prince Edward island Enjoy a free morning in Charlottetown, or join a walking tour of the city. This afternoon, make your way to Prince Edward Island National Park. Before returning to Charlottetown, visit Green Gables Heritage Site, the inspiration of Lucy Maud Montgomery’s classic Anne of Green Gables books. Overnight in Charlottetown. (B, L)

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National Historic Site − Fort Rodd Hill National

Historic Site − Fisgard Lighthouse

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and Conference Centre − Whale watching in

Telegraph Cove − Fort St. James

National Historic Site − Maligne Lake Cruise − Glacier Adventure − Glacier Skywalk − Souvenir photograph

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− Banff Gondola − Banff’s Upper Hot Springs − Hell’s Gate Tram

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day 1 | Exploring vancouverPick up your rental car (not included) and proceed to your Vancouver hotel. The day is yours to discover the coastal city of Vancouver. Canada’s third-largest metropolitan centre, Vancouver is a busy port with a multi-cultural ambiance. Overnight in Vancouver.

day 2 | vancouver - victoriaYour destination today is the city of Victoria located on Vancouver Island. Departing Vancouver, stop at the village of Steveston and newly-restored Gulf of Georgia Cannery National Historic Site. This salmon cannery, built in 1894, now houses interpretive displays and exhibitions about the west coast fishing industry. Continue to the Tsawwassen Ferry Terminal for your 90 min. ride to Victoria (ferry fare included). Overnight in Victoria.

day 3 | victoriaEnjoy a day at leisure to explore Victoria’s attractions, museums, galleries, parks and Inner Harbour. Visit Fort Rodd Hill & Fisgard Lighthouse, a former military installation and first permanent lighthouse built in 1860 that is still functioning today. Rest of the day is at leisure to explore Victoria. Overnight in Victoria.

day 4 | victoria - campbell riverDeparting Victoria, wind your way up the Island Highway through such communities as Duncan, known as the “City of Totems”. Here you will find an authentic representation of the Northwest Coast Indians’ world at the Quw’utsun’ Heritage Village (formerly known as Cowichan). This site features totem carving demonstrations, weaving, beading and knitting. Continuing, pass the community of Chemainus, the “City of Murals”. Your final destination today is Campbell River - “Salmon Capital of the World”. Upon arrival, spend your evening in one of the most serene and tranquil areas of the country. Overnight in Campbell River.

day 5 | campbell river - port hardyYour route today features a stop at Telegraph Cove for a 5-hour nature cruise. Possible wildlife sightings may include Dall’s porpoises, harbour seals, otters, killer whales or bald eagles. Depart Telegraph Cove and continue on the Island Highway, reaching its northern terminus at the city of Port Hardy. Overnight in Port Hardy.

day 6 | cruising - prince rupertAn early morning transfer to the B.C. Ferry Terminal where you will board your vessel bound for a full day of cruising on one of the world’s most beautiful ocean voyages. As you follow 400 km of B.C.’s coastline, you will be tracing a path between the northern tip of Vancouver Island and Prince Rupert, the gateway to Alaska. Overnight in Prince Rupert.

day 7 | prince rupert - smithersDeparting Prince Rupert today, follow the Yellowhead Highway through northern British Columbia’s forested landscape. Your first stop will be the fishing village of Port Edward followed by the replica Gitksan Indian Village of ‘Ksan (admission not included), adjacent to the town of Old Hazelton. Overnight in Smithers.

day 8 | smithers - prince GeorgeContinuing on the Yellowhead Highway, make a short detour to the Fort St. James National Historic Site, an 1896 Hudson’s Bay Company fur trading post. The site features reconstructed and restored buildings that house artifacts and replicas of furs, trade goods, and furnishing of the late 1800’s. Overnight in Prince George.

This package is best suited for those interested in exploring the culture and traditions of Western Canada’s First Nation’s people. Passing through historic sites and villages will bring you face to face with the people, their art, stories and history. Witness some of the most beautiful and awe-inspiring scenery in Western Canada.

Left-to-right: Black Bear on a rocky coastline near Campbell River ©Tourism BC/Tom Ryan, Mount Robson, the highest peak in the Canadian Rockies © Thompson Okanagan Tourism

Gitksan Village of ‘Ksan, Hazelton ©Tourism BC

Port Edward ©Tourism BC/JF Bergeron

Fisgard Lighthouse, Victoria ©Tourism BC/Tom Ryan

Prince Rupert ©Tourism BC

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thE KErModE BEar Spirit BearThe Kermode bear (Ursus americanus kermodei, pronounced kerr-MO-dee),also known as a "spirit bear" (particularly to the Native tribes of British Columbia), is a subspecies of the North American Black Bear living in the central and north coast of British Columbia, Canada. It is noted for about 1/10 of their population having white or cream-coloured coats.

Spirit bears hold a prominent place in the oral stories of the Canadian First Nations of the area. The kermodei subspecies ranges from Princess Royal Island to Prince Rupert, British Columbia on the coast, and inland toward Hazelton, British Columbia.

The Kermode bear was named after Francis Kermode, former director of the Royal B.C. Museum, who researched the subspecies and a colleague of William Hornaday, the zoologist who described it.

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day 9 | prince George - JasperVenturing eastward, enter the Rocky Mountains today and pass by Mount Robson, the highest peak in the Canadian Rockies. Check-in to your Jasper hotel before taking a wander through this mountain resort town. Overnight in Jasper.

day 10 | JasperA day at leisure to enjoy Jasper. Included is a boat cruise on Maligne Lake. Some suggested activities are stopping at Maligne Canyon or hiking one of the local trails. Overnight in Jasper.

day 11 | Jasper - BanffToday, travel the Icefields Parkway and stop at the Glacier Skywalk and then the Athabasca Glacier for an Ice Explorer ride onto the glacier. Other recommended stops are Athabasca Falls, Peyto Lake, Lake Louise, Moraine Lake and Johnson Canyon. Overnight in Banff.

day 12 | BanffEnjoy the sights of Banff this morning as you enter a Banff Gondola car that will whisk you to the summit of Sulphur mountain. Also included in your package is admission to the Upper Hot Springs and the Cave and Basin National Historic Site. Overnight in Banff.

day 13 | Banff - KamloopsDeparting Banff today, travel along the Trans Canada Highway 1 and into Yoho National Park. The mountains are the source for the park’s many waterfalls including Laughing Falls, Wapta Falls, Twin Falls and one of Canada’s highest at 254 metres, Takakkaw Falls. The water from the melting glacier sediment gives Emerald Lake and famed Lake O’Hara their unique green hue. A short drive beyond Revelstoke you will find Craigellachie, where the “last spike” was driven completing the Canadian Pacific Railway in 1885. Your destination today is Kamloops, the largest city in south central BC. Overnight in Kamloops.

day 14 | Kamploops to vancouverContinue your journey through near-desert regions before following the Fraser River through a narrow canyon. During this stretch of highway, stop at Hell’s Gate for a tram ride over the unique fish ladders in the Fraser River that aid spawning salmon in this difficult part of the river. Make a stop at Hell’s Gate, for a tram ride, before continuing on to downtown Vancouver. Overnight in Vancouver.

day 15 | departing vancouverYour vacation concludes today with the return of your rental vehicle to either the Vancouver International Airport or any downtown drop-off location.

Left-to-right: Spirit Island on the Malign Lake, Jasper; Hell’s Gate Tram ride over the Fraser River © Hell’s Gate Airtram

Fraser River © Tourism British Columbia

Upper Banff Hot Springs

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day 1 | Kelowna to pentictonUpon arrival at the Kelowna Airport, pick up a rental car (not included) and travel to Penticton, one of the only Canadian cities located in a semi-arid desert region. Cradled within tree trimmed mountain slopes, dramatic cliffs, and bordered by two pristine lakes, Penticton offers her natural beauty all year round. Some of the major attractions are: wineries, fruit orchards, Okanagan Lake, Skaha Lake, Channel between the lakes and Farmer John’s Petting Zoo. (Attractions not included). Overnight in Penticton.

day 2 | pentictonToday, go on winery tasting adventure! Visit four wineries including See Ya Later Ranch, Jackson-Triggs Okanagan Estate and Sumac Ridge Estate Winery. Lunch is included today at the Cellar Door Bistro. The rest of the day is at your leisure. Overnight in Penticton.

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day 3 | penticton - osoyoosLeave Penticton today and travel to Osoyoos, one of the hottest areas and most unusual geographical regions in Canada. The community lies in the shadow of the Cascade Mountains creating a hot, sunny, dry climate. For this reason, the area boasts its own climate zone called “Osoyoos Arid Biotic Zone.” Canada’s lowest annual precipitation, warmest annual temperature, and warmest fresh water lake can be found here. This arid zone is the northern tip of the Sonoran Desert which extends from Mexico into Canada. It is biologically classified as Canada’s only desert because of the unique flora and fauna that call the area home. Overnight in Osoyoos.

day 4 | osoyoos - MerrittToday, leave the wineries and desert and travel to ranching country. The city of Merritt is your destination today. Right from the beginning, early settlers were attracted to the area because of its rich grasslands ideally suited for livestock. Overnight in Merritt.

day 5 | MerrittToday, explore the area. There are many historic sites in Merritt such as the Baillie House (built in 1908) and Douglas Lake Ranch. Established in 1886, it is Canada’s largest working cattle ranch. The ranch is approximately 515,000 acres in size, has in the neighbourhood of 18,000 head of cattle. Overnight in Merritt.

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day 6 | Merritt - chaseDepart Merritt today and travel towards Chase. You are entering the Shuswap area of British Columbia. With one thousand kilometres (600 miles) of shoreline possessing 25 marine parks, sandy beaches, private coves and narrow channels, this area deserves its distinction of being “The House Boating Capital of Canada.” Your destination today is the town of Chase located on Little Shuswap Lake. The local scenery is a study in contrasts with rolling ranchlands and thick forests. Overnight in Chase.

day 7 | chase - KelownaReturn to Kelowna today. Travel through rich farmlands, vineyards and orchards. Don’t forget to stop by a local fruit stand. They offer an outstanding variety of local fruits, vegetables and preserves. Upon arrival back into Kelowna, your ranch stay concludes with the return of your rental vehicle.

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Left-to-right: Osoyoos © Destination Osoyoos; Sockeye salmon run in the Adams River, Chase ©Chun Lee

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Vineyard in Kelowna © Kelowna Tourism

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Located in southern British Columbia, Canada - the Okanagan Valley is one of the warmest regions in all of Canada. The Okanagan is comprised of the major centres of Kelowna, Penticton, Vernon and Osoyoos. During the summer months, visitors are offered countless sandy beaches, hot sun, and a variety of outdoor and water activities. Okanagan Lake provides the valley not only with excellent swimming but is also a spectacular backdrop to the golf courses and wineries and popular ski resorts located in the rolling hills of the valley. The Okanagan is considered a premiere wine valley and a tour of the local wineries is a must for anyone visiting the region.

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day 1 | MontrealPick up your rental vehicle (not included) upon arrival at Montréal’s Dorval airport. After checking in to your hotel, the day is yours to explore this fascinating city’s blend of old and new. The buildings of Old Town Montréal date from the 1700’s, and today host housing boutiques, galleries and restaurants. Among the attractions in Old Town is Pointe-a-Calliere, Museum of Archaeology and History (not included) - don’t miss the underground archaeological tour and multimedia show. Overnight in Montréal

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day 2 | Montreal - tremblant (241 km)On your way to Tremblant, take a short detour to visit the Fur Trade at Lachine National Historic Site - interactive exhibits depicting life for the fur traders and voyageurs of the 18th century. There are many other activities and points of interest in the Lachine area to visit before you continue on your short trip to Tremblant (approximately 2.5 hours from Lachine). Overnight in Tremblant

day 3 | tremblantToday is all yours to explore the great outdoors at Mont Tremblant! You may wish try canoeing, horseback riding, biking, exploring a forest canopy, hiking, air or sea plane tours. Or you may wish to just wander around the many shops and sample the great cuisine.Overnight in Tremblant

day 4 | tremblant to trois-rivieresDepart Tremblant bound for Trois-Rivieres. En route, visit Fort Lennox National Historic Site, an authentic reconstruction of a British fortification. Next on your journey is Fort Chambly National Historic Site a stone fort built by the French in 1711 and restored in 1983. Overnight in Trois-Rivières

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− Fort Lennox National Historic Site

− Fort Chambly National Historic Site

− Forges du Saint-Maurice National Historic Site

− Fortifications of Québec National Historic Site

− Old Port of Québec Interpretive Centre

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day 5 | trois-rivieres - la Malbaie (253 km)This morning, visit Forges du Saint-Maurice National Historic Site in Trois-Rivieres, birthplace of Canada’s steel industry. Next, continue northward to La Maurice National Park, a hiker’s paradise. Continue onto your destination of Pointe-Au-Pic, following the St. Lawrence River. This historic waterway will take you into the scenic Québec countryside that presents many photo opportunities. Overnight in La Malbaie

day 6 | la MalbaieToday take a trip to Tadoussac to see the whales! The St. Lawrence River is home to several species of marine mammals, including such whales as minkes, fins and even the mammoth blue whale. Keep your camera ready and marvel at the beauty of the region’s landscape. You may see a beluga whale surface from the water. The excursion is guided by an experienced team of naturalists.Overnight in La Malbaie.

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day 7 | la Malbaie to Quebec city (141 km)Today you will return to Québec City. Founded in 1606 and North America’s only European-style “walled” city, there are a number of excellent national historic sites within the city, each presenting a glimpse of Canada’s past. Visit the Fortifications of Québec National Historic Site. Modern-day Québec City is terrific, too - sidewalk cafes, artists and entertainers, shopping, galleries, all brimming with French passion and joie de vivre. Visit the Citadel - Musee du Royal 22nd Regiment. Overnight in Québec City

day 8 | depart Quebec cityYour vacation concludes today with check out at your hotel and the return of your rental vehicle.

Left-to-right: Fortifications of Québec National Historic Site © Parks Canada; Place Royale , Quebec City © Louis Vezina

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Comfortable family-run hotel in the centre of the city, close to Mirabell Gardens and the main railway station. All rooms with private facilities. Breakfast room and bar.

This historic, 5-star hotel is located close to Frankfurt’s Main Train Station. 297 rooms with private facilities and flat-screen TV, located either in the modern or historic wing.

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This 4-star hotel is a 2-minute walk from the Kurfürstendamm shopping street. 423 rooms with flat-screen TV, tea/coffee facilities and a safety deposit box.

Located in the Old-town next to the Christmas Museum in Rothenburg featuring traditional-styled rooms, each is unique in size and decor.

Close to Munich Central Station, this grand hotel offers 86 elegant rooms each with a four-poster bed, coffee machine, flat-screen TV and a iPod docking station.

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Spacious living room with work area, bedroom, fully equipped kitchen, bathroom, telephone, broadband LAN and TV/video

Situated in the heart of Zurich’s Old Town and a short distance from the Bahnhofstrasse. The hotel has 62 rooms with every modern convenience.

Located beside the Alte Brücke Bridge, this historic hotel offers classical-styled rooms. 39 spacious rooms each feature Wi-Fi, cable TV andminibar.


Left-to-Right: Eiffel Tower, Paris; Trevi Fountain, Rome; Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II, Milan; Gondolas in Venice


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Booking conditions1 Goods and services tax – GstDoes not apply to overseas arrangements such as hotels, tours, hire cars but does apply to service fees charged in Australia, such as amendment and cancellation fees. Where applicable, GST is included in the prices quoted.

2 Brochure validityThis brochure is valid from 1 April 2014 to 31 March 2015, except where indicated otherwise elsewhere in this brochure.

3 deposits and final paymentsDeposit: A NON-REFUNDABLE deposit of A$165.00 per person for land-only bookings, A$330.00 per person for all coach tours & packaged holidays, A$550.00 per person for all Brewster Vacations Canada Inc. and Rocky Mountaineer Tours, is payable at time of placing your booking. In the event where your booking request cannot be confirmed, we will refund your deposit in full.Final Payment: Final payment is due 60 days before your departure date from Australia for all products (except for Brewster Vacations Canada Inc. and Rocky Mountaineer products and services) booked with Holidays on Location including packaged holidays with rail travel segments that may remain unconfirmed due to reservation of the same being out of range at the time full payment is due. Final Payment for Brewster Vacations Canada Inc. and Rocky Mountaineer products and services is due 75 days before your departure date from Australia.

4 single room supplementSingle occupancy of a room by choice or circumstance is subject to the applicable supplement as charged by the service provider.

5 individual rail BookingsA minimum fee of A$33 per booking will be levied on all point-to-point European and Canadian rail bookings, and seat reservations .

6 Booking and amendment feesBooking conditions and amendment fees apply to all products and services except for Brewster Vacations Canada Inc. and Rocky Mountaineer products and services. PLEASE NOTE: Booking fees are applicable for one-night stays and when no accommodation has been booked with requested service. Prior to document issue: One change permitted without penalty (excludes airline, rail, cruise or other services where an amendment may be treated as a cancellation). Subsequent amendments will attract a fee of A$55 per file, per amendment. An amendment is a change to an existing booking and not a transfer to another tour, where cancellation fees may apply. Correct names: To avoid any possible inconvenience or denial of service. It is important that the booking name given to Holidays on Location is exactly as shown in your passport. Any name, initial or spelling change will incur a fee of A$55.00 per file and if this is required to be made after documents have been issued a A$110.00 per file will apply. Proof of age to qualify for a seniors discount must be evidenced before the booking is confirmed. After confirmation but before document issue a fee of A$55.00 per person and after document issue and if the discount can be secured a fee of A$110.00 per person will apply to change a confirmed booking.

6.1 amendment fees for: a. Brewster vacations canada inc. We, at Holidays On Location, advise and declare the following special amendment fees and conditions imposed by Brewster Vacations Canada Inc. as follows: “Any amendments or cancellations cause administration and communication expenses as well as potential loss of revenue to Brewster.These costs will be absorbed (unless otherwise identified at time of reservation or indicated in the tariff ) up until the cancellation policies listed below take effect. Notification of cancellation is based on a working week in Canada and must be received in writing. Weekend days or statutory holidays cannot be calculated in “days” prior to policies for cancellation fee avoidance. Submission of cancellations to Brewster Vacations Canada during non-business days or hours of operations may result in a late cancellation submission to the reservation. Please be aware of time zones and dates when submitting cancellations to Brewster. An acknowledgement of cancellation notice will be sent; should you NOT receive this notice, then cancellation has NOT been received by Brewster Vacations Canada and must be resent. Charges will be based on the date cancellation is received by Brewster. In the event of major fuel price increases, Brewster Vacations Canada Inc. Reserves the right to adjust the contracted price accordingly with a fuel surcharge.”

b. rocky MountaineerWe, at Holidays On Location, advise and declare the following amendment fees and conditions imposed by Rocky Mountaineer as follows:“Rocky Mountaineer charges full cancellation policies for name changes, which includes spelling corrections for misspelled names. Rocky Mountaineer SilverLeaf and GoldLeaf: Full penalty applies at 61 days prior to the first day of travel. Name changes are subject to a A$65 per person fee (RedLeaf , SilverLeaf & GoldLeaf).”

7 late BookingsIf a booking request for all other products except for Brewster Vacations Canada Inc. and Rocky Mountaineer products is received within 60 days prior to departure from Australia, after placement of the required non refundable deposit, full payment is required within 5 working days of confirmation of all arrangements except for rail travel segments that may remain unconfirmed. When placing a booking request for all Brewster Vacations Canada Inc. and Rocky Mountaineer products within 75 days before your departure from Australia, a full prepayment is required before confirmation.

8 unused servicesHolidays in Location does not authorize employees of overseas suppliers or service providers to promise a refund to clients for UNUSED SERVICES. All such services unless otherwise specified on voucher documentation issued by Holidays on Location remain non-refundable.

9 invoicesAll confirmed bookings/reservations will be issued with an invoice detailing all services booked and confirmed or in the case of rail sectors PN= Pending Need if such reservation falls out of system range. It is the responsibility of the booking agent or the person who has placed the booking on behalf of others to ensure that all details are correct and all related pricing and cancellation conditions have been understood and communicated to all members of your party involved with the booking/reservation.

10 invoice Errors & omissions (E&oE)The right is reserved to correct any errors in rates quoted or calculated for any service notwithstanding that the invoice may have been paid in full.

11 cancellationsShould you or any member of your party be forced to cancel your travel arrangements you must advise in writing your travel agent or Holidays On Location without further delay.

The following charges (including GST where applicable) will apply for all except Brewster Vacations Canada Inc., Rocky Mountaineer product and services and other coach tours.

If you cancel your reservation 60 days prior to your departure from Australia, your deposit is NON REFUNDABLE, nor can be transferred or credited to another booking.

Cancellation within 60 days of departure: A- Your deposit is non refundable. PLUS B- Additional charges levied by hotels, rail services ground handling agents or agencies and your Travel Agent up to 100% of the total cost of travel arrangements may not be refundable.

Exception to the rule are charges imposed by Coach Tours, Hiking and Cycling Tours, Rail Packages, Point to Point Rail Tickets related seat reservation charges to any form of Rail Travel and Rail passes where different terms and cancellation conditions may apply as listed below:-

tour type 61+ days

60-35 days

34-15days

14-0days

Coach Tours ̂ * Deposit 45% 60% 100%

Hiking/Cycling^ Deposit 35% 50% 100%

Rail Packages^ Deposit 45% 60% 100%

*Excluding Brewster Vacations Canada Inc. and Rocky Mountaineer Red, Silver and Gold Services

75+ days

74-46 days

46-15 days

14-0 days

Brewster Vacations^ Deposit 25% 80% 100%

RockyMountaineer^ Deposit

Deposit+150

100% 100%

^ = Percentage of total gross value of tour booked.

Point-to-Point Rail Tickets:Refunds where applicable, will be paid on a point-to-point rail ticket (except advance purchase tickets, where no refund applies once confirmed) provided the ticket is stamped as cancelled by any rail station in Europe, and is returned to our office prior to date of travel, in the original jacket of issue. Refunds and exchanges are subject to a minimum 25% cancellation fee.

Seat Reservations for Rail Travel:After issue of ticket, non-refundable.

Rail Passes:Refunds where applicable, will be paid if a pass is returned to our office totally unused and unvalidated by a rail station, and in the original jacket of issue. This must be done before the first day of validity of the pass, and within six months of the issue date. Refunds and exchanges are subject to a minimum 25% cancellation fee.

Rail Passes cannot be refunded or reissued if lost or stolen.

Car Hire:Scale of cancellation charges. Note that no refund is possible after car pick-up.

72 hours prior

71-48 hours

47-24 hours

Within 24 hours

No fee 2 days rental

2-4 days rental

4 days plus *

*4 days rental charge plus any other charges imposed by the car hire company or the value of total rental, whichever is the greater, may apply.

important note: No refund will be made on any pre-booked hotels, apartments, villas, homestays, transfers, transport and museum cards, cultural tickets, pre-paid restaurant bookings, city transport cards, day tours (no show: no refund) or other travel not used for whatever reason. No refund will be available for cancellations after holiday package has commenced or in respect of any tours, accommodation, rail, meals or any other services not utilised.

12 travel documentsAll travel documents (including hotel vouchers) should be handled by the passenger with the utmost care. In general, travel documents will be issued in Australia. In some instances, travel documents will be exchanged on arrival at an International Airport, rail station or at check-in at the hotel. However, if the request for delivery (in case of a late booking) is instigated by Travel Agent or client, a private delivery fee of between A$55 and A$165 (GST inclusive) will apply, depending on the delivery address. No refund will be processed for unused vouchers. Lost or stolen or destroyed travel documents (rail, transport, theatre, concert, special events, museum, exhibit or sightseeing tickets) cannot be replaced or refunded. Note carefully: Principals will only accept an official Holidays on Location voucher or their own voucher validated by Holidays on Location.

13 Extra servicesHolidays on Location and its associated representatives worldwide, will not accept responsibility nor approve requests to pay for additional charges for extra services requested by clients and not included in our final invoice. It is your responsibility to settle these charges, if any, before departure including parking and other fines or fees incurred when a rental vehicle is used.

14 Extra hotel nights or car rental daysThe special rates shown are available only when booked and paid in advance of your departure from Australia. Should you wish to obtain extra nights or additional days car rental when overseas, the cost will be at the local rates and cannot be booked through Holidays on Location.

15 costs not includedItineraries, packages and products do not include cost of travel from your home town to the city from which you are departing and the destination country you are travelling to overseas. You are also responsible for the cost of your passport, visas, airport taxes, fuel levies, government and local authority charges where applicable, excess baggage costs, insurance and items of a personal nature such as telephone calls, laundry, taxis outside of regular transfers provided, postage and communication costs, drinks, room service or meals, unless specified.

16 changes to prices and itinerariesSelling prices were calculated on exchange rates current as at 1st December 2013. All costs are subject to change at any time by the principals and/or because of currency fluctuations. no surcharges in respect of cost or currency deterioration will be made once full payment for your arrangements has been received. This guarantee does not apply to any taxes, charges or levies imposed by any government or their agencies or to errors or omissions. In exchange for these guarantees, no refund will be made if costs are reduced. The range of products featured in this brochure are offered at the selling prices shown on each page but prices printed do not imply that similar products may or may not be available at a lower price if obtained direct, however, payment sent overseas by travellers is excluded from the protection provided by Travel Agent Licensing and the Travel Compensation Fund. If we are forced to change your booking or part of it for reasons beyond our control, for instance if a European rail service changes its timetable or a hotelier overbooks his hotel accommodation, we reserve the right to vary your itinerary and will give you, or cause to be given to you, notice of these changes and provide you with alternative products or services of a similar standard.

17 hotel descriptionsDescriptions featured are based on current international hotel guides and contractual agreements provided by the hotels and suppliers. Any facilities shown as included are subject to change at any time. Please note that air-conditioning is not a common standard in Europe or Canada.

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touring services are available for these countries:Austria Belgium Canada Croatia Czech Rep. Denmark Finland France Germany Gibralta Greece Guernsey Hungary Iceland Ireland Isle of Man Italy Jersey Latvia Liechtenstein Luxembourg Malta Monaco Netherlands Norway Poland Slovenia Sweden Switzerland Turkey UK USA

rail services Amtrak Britrail Eurail Eurostar Scanrail ViaRail Country Passes Global Passes Sector Tickets

Counc l o Aust a i n Tou Ope ato sIntegrity & Comm tment

18 room and Bedding GuidePrices in this brochure are based on existing bedding in the room. Request for particular bedding arrangements must be made at the time of booking. A twin room can be either a room with two single beds or one double bed (either one double or two single mattresses). Triple room rates can apply to either a full-sized triple room built to take three beds or to a twin double room with an extra roll-away bed. The provision of hotel rooms is on a Run-of-House basis, unless otherwise specified. Particular room types e.g. interconnecting, twin vs double, can be requested but cannot be guaranteed.

19 childrenCosts vary according to the number of adults, ages of children travelling together, and accommodation selected. We will be pleased to quote on the required arrangements.

20 specified Meal servicesMeal inclusions specified in accommodation packages are based on set menus offering a choice of meal options.

21 car rentalEach vehicle is supplied under the terms and conditions of the contractor. Rental inclusions will be detailed on the invoice we provide to your Travel Agent. Specific car types cannot be guaranteed. Rental vehicles cannot be taken into some European countries.

22 hotel check-in and vehicle rentalsValidation of a current credit card will be required by the hotel and hire car companies on check-in/car pick-up. For certain hire car categories, two valid credit cards are required.

23 tours, Excursions & sightseeingThese are provided by motor coach (regular services) and include the services of a tour escort when indicated and/or local tourist guide/s whenever necessary. Both the tour escort and the local guide/s will conduct the tour/s in more than one language. The tour company reserves the right to make changes to the tour programme, without notice.

24 passports, visas, vaccinations and BaggageYour Travel Agent will have full details of current requirements. Holidays on Location is not responsible for advising you of health, visa or passport requirements and is not liable for any loss or exposure incurred by your failure to comply with any such requirements.

25 pre-departure contactIt is essential that you supply us with a contact telephone number where you can be reached, within 24 hours prior to your departure from home.

26 special Events, festivals & trade fairsBookings which run-over special events, festivals and trade fairs, may incur higher prices and cancellation fees.

27 Maps and photographsMaps are shown for general information and may not necessarily reflect actual routing, location or services provided. Photographs show places in the geographic areas, but are not necessarily included in the itineraries or tours. Hotel room photographs may not be specific to the actual room occupied.

28 luggageThe luggage allowance for transfers from airport/rail station to city hotel by multi-stop shuttle service, private car or mini-van applicable is 1 suitcase per person, weighing not more than 30kgs, to be stored in the rack provided in the shuttle or the boot of the car. Oversize or additional pieces will not be carried by the booked transport vehicle. In such a case, alternate arrangements must be made locally with the driver, and any additional cost settled on-the-spot. If you are planning to take additional cases with you, please tell us, so that arrangements can be made and the additional fees settled in advance. Holidays on Location will not accept billings beyond the contracted services.

29 travel insuranceTravel Insurance is not included in any of the prices in this brochure. It is a requirement by Holidays On Location that you have comprehensive travel insurance to cover you for the full duration of your journey for costs associated with illness, injury, death, loss of or damage to baggage or personal items, cancellation, loss of deposit, medical and hospitalization, repatriation and curtailment expenses due to illness, the need to return home unexpectedly, evacuation expenses, and accidental death or disability. Your travel agent is the most qualified person to provide professional advice in obtaining travel insurance. However, your are solely responsible for obtain the appropriate cover as set out above.

30 Booking arrangementsAll booking arrangements are to be made through your Travel Agent and the person making the booking shall be deemed to have accepted the Booking Conditions on behalf of all persons named in the booking. The contract will be governed by and subject to the Booking Conditions and to the general information contained in this brochure. No variation to the Booking Conditions shall be of any effect unless made in writing and with the authority of the directors of Holidays on Location. All communications from us will be sent to your Travel Agent. Your Travel Agent shall, on receipt of any monies, hold such monies for each and every person named in the booking until that booking is confirmed at which time, those monies shall be remitted to us.

31 about costsFor each product or package in Holidays on Location 2014-15 brochures and web pages, included in the selling price are charges to cover costs of research, reservations from travel agents in Australia and from Australia to Europe, postage, courier charges, facsimile, telephone, bank charges, currency transfers, documentation, itinerary preparation, brochure production, printing, brochure distribution, advertising and remuneration to Travel Agents. No break-up of costs is supplied. Receipt of your deposit signifies your acceptance of these normal commercial costs and reservation fees paid to our overseas associates.

32 consumer protectionHolidays on Location is a registered brand name used by Majestic International Travel Service Pty Ltd which holds a Travel Agent’s Licence (30186), is a member of the Travel Compensation Fund (or any consumer protection agency as mandated by law) keeps all client monies in a separate bank account, and is a member of ASTA, the American Society of Travel Agents and AFTA, the Australian Federation of Travel Agents. All monies received by Holidays on Location are, as required by law, deposited on your behalf into a trust account as client monies in the name of Holidays on Location with the National Australia Bank, our bankers. We will be entitled to keep any interest earned on such monies. It is a condition of confirmation of your booking and acceptance of your deposit in respect of your booking that all monies paid by you to us through your Travel Agent whether by way of a deposit or otherwise in respect of your booking, may be disbursed by us, as and when we see fit or in respect of the services to be provided or fees payable relating to your booking and the payment of a deposit or otherwise for your booking shall be deemed to be a direction to disburse such monies aforesaid. As from 1 July 2014 Holidays On Location intends to become a fully accredited member of ATAS (the AFTA travel accreditation scheme).

33 our responsibilityHolidays on Location and/or its associated companies or agents, give notice that they act as booking agents only for the persons or companies providing products and/or services and all receipts, tickets, voucher coupons or exchange orders are issued subject to the terms and conditions of such products and/or services. Holidays on Location and/or its associated companies or agents, do not accept any responsibility for loss or injury to persons or property whether by negligence or misadventure by the principal contracted to provide the products and/or services.

Holidays on Location and/or its associated companies or agents, are not liable for any delays, omissions, irregularities, illness, injuries, strikes, civil disturbances, wars, quarantines, floods or force majeure interfering with, altering, or adding to the cost of the products and/or services booked. Holidays on Location and/or its associated companies or agents, are not liable for any dissatisfaction the client may have with persons or companies providing or offering the products and/or services. The above exclusions of liability are subject to any statutory liability which may not be excluded by law. Holidays on Location and/or its associated companies or agents, do their best to make sure your arrangements are as agreed, however cannot represent or guarantee the standard, class or fitness for purpose of the product and/or service.

33 our responsibility (cont.)Holidays on Location and/or its associated companies or agents, only accept liability for, and only to the extent of, any loss or damage sustained as a result of its negligence or that of its employees. We are not liable for any act or omission or default, whether negligent or otherwise, of airlines, coach operators, shipping and rail companies, hoteliers or other persons providing products and/or services in connection with the product and/or services pursuant to a contract between them and yourselves and over whom we have no direct and exclusive control.

Holidays on Location and/or its associated companies or agents, are not liable in contract or in tort (actionable wrong) for any injury, damage, loss, delay, additional expenses or inconvenience caused directly or indirectly by force majeure or other events which are beyond our control, or which are not preventable by reasonable diligence on our part including, but not limited to war, civil disturbance, fire, floods, unusually severe weather, acts of God, acts of Government of any other authorities, accidents to/or failure of, machinery or equipment or industrial action (whether or not involving our employees and even through such action may be settled by agreeing to demands of a labour group).

It is the responsibility of the passenger to ensure that he or she is in possession of the proper travel documents and that they are in compliance with the current government and transport companies’ regulations. The right is reserved to modify the itinerary in any way considered necessary or desirable or to change any reservation, and/or means of conveyance, without notice and for any reason whatsoever. The right is also reserved to cancel or withdraw any tour, or any booking made for a passenger, or to decline to accept or retain any person as a member of a tour, for any reason whatsoever. No refunds can be made in respect of accommodation and meals not utilised and under no circumstances can refunds be authorised for tours and sightseeing excursions not undertaken.

34 consumer claimsAttempts should be made in the first instance to rectify any difficulties directly with the hotel management, our local representative or supplier. Should any difficulties not be resolved as they occur and you wish to lodge a claim, this must be made in writing with supporting documentation within 30 days of your return to Australia. The claim should be lodged through your Travel Agent.

35 law of contractThe Terms and Conditions published herein are governed by the laws of the State of Victoria, Australia, except when federal or other legislation takes precedence.

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