FLAVOURS OF EUROPE
11 NIGHTS/12 DAYS
UNITED KINGDOM, FRANCE, SWITZERLAND, GERMANY, AUSTRIA, ITALY
DAY TO DAY ITINERARY:
DAY 01: ARRIVE LONDON (D)
Welcome onboard the Flavors of Europe tour with Elegant World. Upon arrival at London airport, complete your immigration and customs formalities.
Next, board your coach and proceed for an Indian Dinner. Later, check into the hotel and unwind. Overnight at the hotel after a sumptuous Indian dinner.
DAY 02: LONDON (BF, D)
After breakfast, we proceed for a guided city tour of this iconic city and its many landmarks such as the Parliament House, Big Ben, and West Minister Abbey, St. Paul’s Cathedral, London Bridge, Trafalgar Square, Buckingham Palace and many such historic monuments. There will be photo stops at several of these places. Later spend the afternoon at Madame Tussaud’s Wax Museum along with an exciting 4D show. Rest of the day is free to explore the city on your own.
Shop for souvenirs or take a stroll on Oxford Street, Hyde Park and you might also want to visit world famous Harrods.
Next you have some free time to check out below optional sightseeing or spend some time on your own.
OPTIONAL: You can also choose to visit Her Majesty's Royal Palace and Fortress, more commonly known as the “Tower of London”, a historic castle on the north bank of the River Thames in central London, England where you have the chance to see the Kohinoor apart from many other crown jewels.
OPTIONAL: Next continue to visit the iconic London Eye, a 443 feet tall giant Ferris wheel situated on the banks of the
River Thames for a bird-eye view of the London cityscape.
Next we proceed for an Indian Dinner before returning to the hotel.
DAY 03: LONDON –DOVER –CALAIS - PARIS (BF, D)
In the morning, enjoy breakfast at the hotel and check out from your hotel and drive to Dover and take Euro Shuttle/Ferry to Calais in France.
Up on arrival in Calais, board your coach and transfer to Paris. Enjoy beautiful French country-side on this drive.
Upon arrival proceed for dinner and check into the hotel to relax and unwind.
DAY 04: PARIS (BF, D)
After enjoying a leisurely breakfast, proceed for a guided city tour of Paris and see the best-loved Parisian sights –
Alexander Bridge, Arc de Triomphe, Concorde Square, Opera House, Invalids, Champs Elysees and much more. Then visit the magnificent Louvre Museum for a chance to see the world-famous Monalisa and other artworks of renowned European artists.
Enjoy some free time for shopping. We shall then proceed to visit the 2nd level of the celebrated Eiffel Tower and then an hour’s cruising on the river Seine past some famous landmarks for a great first introduction to Europe’s most exciting city. Seine is centrally situated in Paris and a boat tour covers a great deal of the city. Both the Left Bank and the Right Bank are visible from the boat. Later in the evening enjoy a delicious dinner at an Indian restaurant before heading back to the hotel.
DAY 05: PARIS-ZURICH (BF, D)
After breakfast, check out and proceed to Zurich. Sit back and relax in your coach while we drive towards scenic Switzerland. Upon arrival, check in and unwind. Later, proceed for Indian Dinner & overnight at the hotel.
DAY 06: ZURICH (BF, D)
After breakfast, you may relax in the comforts of your hotel
OR
OPTIONAL: Join us for a magical Alpine excursion to the Top of Europe – Jungfraujoch. Board a cogwheel train to reach
The highest railway station in Europe at 11,375 feet. Here you gain access to a high Alpine wonderland of ice and snow.
Enjoy a Local or an Indian lunch in the scenic surroundings. Visit the Ice Palace and experience the breathtaking
Panoramic view from the Sphinx Observation Terrace overlooking the longest glacier in the Alps - the Altesch Glacier.
Later drive to Interlaken, a unique and fascinating city situated between two lakes Thun and Brienz to experience some
Free shopping time. Drive back to enjoy a sumptuous Indian dinner. Overnight at the hotel.
DAY 07: ZURICH – LAKE TITISEE (BF, D)
After breakfast, proceed to Engel berg to embark on your trip to Mt. Titlis. Ascend to the top in the world’s first revolving cable car – The TitlisRotair Gondola that gives you a 360 degree view of the magnificent mountain peaks and glacier crevasses around. At 10,000 feet, feel humbled with unrestricted scenery of the Alpine landscape. Later, proceed for an orientation tour of Lucerne, one of the largest cities in Switzerland. Here, you will also enjoy free time for shopping.
Checkout some Swiss watches and chocolates or the world-class Swiss knives. Next, we drive on to Schaffhausen to
Experience the magnificent Rhine Falls, Europe’s biggest and most spectacular falls where you can feel the roar and
Vibration of the water thundering down. Later drive through the beautiful German country side onto the Black Forestland Lake Titisee area.
Upon arrival, check into the hotel after a hearty Indian Dinner.
DAY 08: LAKE TITISEE - INNSBRUCK (BF, D)
After breakfast, check out and visit the Cuckoo clock factory before moving onto picturesque Austria. First, we drive to Wattens, where you will visit the world–famous Swarovski Crystal Museum. Enjoy a mesmerizing experience in the "world of crystals". An experience that leaves you amazed at the dazzling glitter as you walk through this museum. A great opportunity to buy a souvenir for your family.
Upon arrival at Innsbruck, see the famous Golden Roof as you stroll on cobblestone pathways and get a feel of old European charm during your orientation tour of Innsbruck. Next, proceed for Indian Dinner & check in and unwind at the hotel.
DAY 9: INNSBRUCK- VENICE (BF, D)
Today, after an early morning breakfast drive to Venice through the Dolomites. Relish the magnificent scenery all around. We arrive at the Tronchetto Pier early in the afternoon. Here you board your private boat (Vaperettos) for transfer to St. Marks Square, Venice.
Feel the magic of this unique city in a brief guided tour. Its Canals are its roads and vaperettos are its buses, gently gliding along its canals with brilliant mansions on both sides. Free time for you to go around the St. Mark’s Square and visits the famous Murano Glass factory to marvel at the colorful pieces of art. Later we return to Padova and proceed for dinner and then onward to the hotel.
DAY 10: VENICE–PISA-FLORENCE (BF, D)
Post breakfast, check out and proceed to Pisa. On arrival visit Leaning Tower at the Square of Miracle. Some free time here.
Afterwards, we visit the historic city of Florence –the cradle of Renaissance. Along with your English speaking local guide, proceed for a city tour of historic Florence. This includes the Duomo, city’s most iconic landmark, the Campanile, the Baptistery with its Gates to Paradise, Piazza Della Signoria – an open air museum crammed with Renaissance sculptures, edged by historic cafes and presided over by the magnificent Palazzo Vechio, the famed Ponte Vecchio Bridge across the river Arno. End the day with a sumptuous Indian dinner and then check in at the hotel.
DAY 11: FLORENCE –ROME (BF, D)
After breakfast in the morning, we check out and depart for the eternal city of Rome passing through the scenic Tuscany district. Post lunch meet our guide and head for Vatican. Enter the Vatican City – the smallest country in the world (shorts or sleeveless vests not allowed). Here, visit the holy Basilica of St. Peter’s – the incomparable home of architectural and artistic masterpieces by Michelangelo and Bernini, which will leave you spellbound. Next proceed for a guided city tour of Rome. See the Victor Emmanuel Monument, Spanish Steps, the Roman Forum, and Trevi Fountain, Pantheon, Colosseum and many more sights of this historic city. Later proceed for Indian Dinner then check into the hotel.
DAY 12: DEPART ROME (BF)
Today enjoy a leisurely breakfast at the hotel. After we check out, and transfer to airport for your flight back to India
With wonderful memories of the European holiday with Elegant World..!
INCLUSIONS
Return airfare on Economy Class ex-Kolkata • UK Visa Charge
Schengen Visa Charge • Services of an Indian Tour Manager from India
Accommodation
Daily breakfast except on the day of arrival • Daily dinners
Sightseeing as per above
Travel Insurance (up to 59 years)
Driver & Guide Tips
City Taxes payable locally in European cities (as on 1st October, 2018; any increase in the taxes has to be borne separately)
ALL INCLUIVE TOUR PRICE
(Ex- KOLKATA) PER ADULT ON TWIN/DOUBLE/TRIPLE INR 94,300 + EUR 1570
PER CHILD WITH BED SHARING ROOM WITH 2ADULTS INR 93,800 + EUR 1300
PER CHILD WITHOUT BED SHARING ROOM WITH 2ADULTS INR 93,800 + EUR 1100 SINGLE SUPPLEMENT AMOUNT EUR 750
ALL INCLUIVE TOUR PRICE
(Ex- DELHI) PER ADULT ON TWIN/DOUBLE/TRIPLE INR 87,300 + EUR 1570
PER CHILD WITH BED SHARING ROOM WITH 2ADULTS INR 86,800 + EUR 1300
PER CHILD WITHOUT BED SHARING ROOM WITH 2ADULTS INR 86,800 + EUR 1100 SINGLE SUPPLEMENT AMOUNT EUR 750
Note: GST @ 5% on the total billing amount will be applicable extra Rate Of Exchange as on date of final payment would be applicable.
OPTIONAL – subject to minimum 20 passengers agreeing for the tour
Entrance to Tower of London : EUR 42 per adult; EUR 30 per child
Entrance to London Eye : EUR 42 per adult; EUR 30 per child
Illumination tour of Paris : EUR 55 per adult; EUR 30 per
child Excursion to Mt. Jungfraujoch: EUR 299; EUR 166 per child
ACCOMMODATION: as per below or similar
London : Holiday Inn Express LHR T5
Paris : Campanile CDG Zurich : Holiday Inn Express Affoltern
Titisee : Best Western HofgutSternen
Innsbruck : Olympia
Padova : Al Pino Verde
Arezzo : Planet Hotel
Rome : BarceloAran Park
IMPORTANT NOTE:
• The itinerary/cities/hotels can be modified at the last minute for smoother operation of the tour and is at the discretion of Elegant World Pvt. Ltd.; Standard of Services shall not be compromised for same
• Any amount charged by the airlines for deviation of the tour by the passengers has to be paid separately
• Any increase in the airfare due to increase in taxes has to be paid extra (taxes currently calculated as on 1st October, 2018)
• Any change in routing by the airlines is beyond our control and the itinerary will change accordingly. Any Increase in Price due to this has to be borne by the clients
• Any changes in prices for hotels, local taxes, transportation cost will be charged extra (taxes currently calculated as on 1st October, 2018)
• For all transportation including airlines only 1 piece of check-in baggage is allowed (up to 15 kgs)
TOUR PRICE DOES NOT INCLUDE:
Cost of BTQ, available up to US$ 10,000 for a calendar year which the passenger may wish to carry for their personal expenses.
Any items of personal nature such as telephone bills, any medical expenses, laundry or for any Item which are not specifically mentioned in the itinerary
Porterage at hotels, apartment, airports and seaports, train station, tips, wines, mineral water etc.
Anything not specifically mentioned in “Tour Price includes” section.
PAYMENT SCHEDULE:
1. BOOKING FEE (PART REGISTRATION AMOUNT) OF RS 30,000 PER ADULT/CHILD (NON-REFUNDABLE).
2. BALANCE RUPEE AMOUNT TO BE PAID WITHIN 30 DAYS FROM THE DATE OF BOOKING.
3. FINAL FOREX PAYMENT 60 DAYS BEFORE DEPARTURE * ABOVE SCHEDULE IS ONLY APPLICABLE IF THE BOOKING IS MADE AT LEAST 3MONTHS IN ADVANCE ; OTHERWISE FULL INR PORTION TO BE COLLECTED AT THE TIME OF BOOKING & EUR TO BE COLLECTED BEFORE UK VISA APPLICATION
DOCUMENTATIONDEADLINE: All necessary documents for Visa processing need to be submitted within 15 Days from date of registration. If the booking date is within 45 days of departure then documents need to be submitted with in 48Hrs of registration.
CANCELLATION:
As we book services in advance and are bound to honor the commitments as to payment to the suppliers, cancellation of services earmarked results in the Company losing money depending upon the time of communication of cancellation to the supplier and therefore, the cancellation schedule, which is based on the above amongst other factors becomes applicable on cancellation. A. All scheduled Citius Travel Solutions’ Group tours and Individual tours, if circumstances make you cancel your tour, the cancellation must be intimated to us in writing. As per the Booking Conditions of the Tour we are constrained to levy the following Cancellation Charges.
CANCELLATION TERMS:
45 DAYS BEFORE DEPARTURE REGISTRATION AMOUNT + VISA FEES.
ii. 44-30 DAYS BEFORE DEPARTURE 60% OF THE TOUR COST
iii. 30-16DAYS BEFORE DEPARTURE 80% OF THE TOUR COST
iv. 15-8 DAYS BEFORE DEPARTURE 100% OF THE TOUR COST
v 7-0 DAYS OR NO SHOW 100% OF THE TOUR COST
In an event Schengen or any other visa is refused after obtaining UK visa, and then normal cancellation policy would apply as per terms and conditions. For calculation of days Sundays and holidays will not be calculated. In case of delay or refusal of visa resulting in cancellation/Deviation of tour immediately before original departure date, cancellation/Rebooking charges will have to borne by passengers. Granting of visa is entirely at the discretion of Embassy.
***** ALL THE CHARGES MENTIONED ABOVE IS FOR UNDERSTANDING AND IS SUBJECT TO VARY TIME TO TIME