Travel Ahead Holidays - Europe with London

Europe tour with London

HIGHLIGHTS

1. UNITED KINGDOM

London:

o Guided city tour.

o Entrance to Madame Tussauds Wax Museum.

o Ride on the London Eye.

2. FRANCE

Paris:

o Guided city tour

o Visit to the 3rd level of the Eiffel Tower

o Chance to see the World famous LIDO show (OPTIONAL)

o Fun–filled trip to Euro Disney

3. BELGIUM

Brussels:

o Orientation tour with Grand Place and Manneken Pis Statue Photo stop at the Atomium

4. NETHERLANDS

· Amsterdam:

· The Hague:

o Amsterdam Canal cruise

o Free time at Dam Square

o Visit a Cheese Farm & Wooden shoe factory

o Madurodam

5. GERMANY

· Cologne:

· Rhineland:

· Frankfurt:

Black forest region:

o Historic Cologne Cathedral.

o River Rhine cruise.

o Orientation Tour

o Cuckoo clock demonstration at Black Forest.

6. SWITZERLAND:

o Visit Mt. Titlis in world’s first rotating cable car.

o Orientation tour of Lucerne.

o Cruise on Lake Lucerne.

o Visit a Swiss chocolate factory

o Chance to visit Jungfraujoch – top of Europe by cogwheel train with photo stop at

o Interlaken. (OPTIONAL)

o Visit Rhine Falls.

7. AUSTRIA

o Wattens: Visit the Swarovski Crystal Headquarters and Museum.

o Innsbruck: Orientation tour of Innsbruck

8. ITALY

· Venice: Visit St. Mark’s square on a private boat.

Gondola ride.

Visit Murano Glass showroom along with glass making demonstration.

Florence: Guided city tour

Pisa: Leaning Tower of Pisa

9. VATICAN

o Vatican City: Entrance to the Vatican Museum with Sistine Chapel Visit to the magnificent St. Peter’s Basilica.

Suggested Itinerary

Day 01: Welcome to London - (D)

Bon voyage! Today you are off on your exciting European tour with Travel Ahead, as you board your flight to London. Proceed for dinner at an Indian restaurant. Later drive to your hotel and check–in.

Overnight in London.

Please note: The Tour Manager may not be travelling with the group on the same flight and will meet you once you exit the baggage claim area or at the hotel if there are multiple arrivals. However, either our Travel Ahead station manager or a local representative will be there at the airport to assist you. If you are a Joining direct passenger you can check–in on your own at the hotel (the standard check–in time is 1500hrs)

Day 02: Guided city tour – Madame Tussauds wax museum – London Eye. (B,L,D)

After continental buffet breakfast, we proceed for a guided city tour with an English speaking local guide to see the highlights of London: Buckingham Palace, Hyde Park, Big Ben, Westminster Abbey, Houses of Parliament, Trafalgar Square, Tower Bridge, River Thames and many more. Enjoy lunch at an Indian restaurant. Next visit the famous Madame Tussauds wax museum. This museum houses a unique collection of world’s largest wax works of famous personalities, including India’s top leaders and film stars. Also we take you on the renowned London Eye – one of the world’s largest observation wheels. Later in the evening enjoy dinner at an Indian restaurant and drive back to your hotel. Overnight in London.

Day 03: Le Shuttle / Ferry to Paris – Guided City tour. (B,PL,D)

After continental buffet / boxed breakfast check out and proceed by Le Shuttle / Ferry to the romantic city of Paris. Packed Indian lunch will be provided. On arrival in Paris, we take you on an exhilarating city tour with an English speaking local guide, who will show you many of the best – loved Parisian sights – Alexander Bridge, Arc de Triomphe, Concorde Square, Opera House, Invalides, Champs Elysees and many more. Later in the evening enjoy dinner at an Indian restaurant. Check in to the hotel.

Overnight in Paris.

Day 04: Disney Park / Disney Studios – Eiffel Tower (3rd level) – Optional Lido show. (B,PL,D)

After continental buffet breakfast proceed to have a fun filled day at Disneyland Paris where we have some fun, adventure and entertainment on our tour to Disney Park and enjoy the many rides (all included) OR you can visit the Disney Studios and be amazed by the stunning stunt shows, watch a film being made and see real life sets where famous movies were created. Today packed Indian lunch will be provided. Next, we proceed to visit the top of the Eiffel Tower (3rd level), from where you will have a splendid view of this beautiful city. Enjoy dinner at an Indian restaurant. Tonight, you have a chance to experience the glamour of the famous Lido Show – an unforgettable experience on your tour. Overnight in Paris.

Day 05: Orientation tour of Brussels – Photo stop at the Atomium. (B,L,D)

After continental buffet breakfast, check out and drive to Brussels. This afternoon, enjoy lunch at an Indian restaurant. Next, we proceed on orientation tour where we visit the world renowned Grand Place and the legendary Manneken Pis statue. Enroute see the St. Michaels Church and take a photo stop at the Atomium. After dinner at an Indian restaurant, drive to your hotel and check–in.

Overnight in Eindhoven / Helmond.

Day 06: Madurodam – Cheese farm and a wooden shoe factory – Dam Square – Amsterdam canal cruise. (B,L,D)

After continental buffet breakfast drive to visit Madurodam – Holland in miniature, replicated in minute detail on a 1:25 scale. Later we visit a cheese farm and a wooden shoe factory. See a demonstration of how cheese is made and wooden shoes are carved out of wooden blocks. You also have a chance to savour some cheese. Later enjoy lunch at an Indian restaurant. Visit the famous Dam Square – the real heart of Amsterdam, where the Royal Palace, the Nieuwe Kerk and the War Memorial overlooks this vast and bustling open space. Next board your glass–topped boat for an exciting canal cruise. After a dinner at Indian restaurant, proceed to your hotel. Overnight in Eindhoven/Helmond.

Day 07: Cologne Cathedral – Rhine River cruise – Frankfurt orientation tour. (B,L,D)

After continental buffet breakfast, check out and proceed to Cologne. Visit the impressive Cologne Cathedral, a fine example of amazing Gothic architecture. This afternoon enjoy lunch at an Indian restaurant. Later we proceed to board your scenic cruise on the River Rhine. Cruising down the Rhine, you will pass steep slopes covered with vineyards. The River Rhine is one of Europe’s major navigable rivers. Next proceed for a Frankfurt orientation tour. This evening, enjoy dinner at an Indian restaurant, before you check in to your hotel. Overnight in Frankfurt.

Day 08: Black Forest – See Rhine Falls. (B,L,D)

After continental buffet breakfast at the hotel, check out and proceed to Black Forest, surrounded by dark fir trees, fairy tale woods and flowering meadows. Here is the home of the world–famous cuckoo clock, get invited for a demonstration and buy one for your home – a prized possession. Today enjoy lunch at an Indian restaurant with an authentic black forest pastry. Later, cross over into Switzerland and arrive into Schaffhausen to visit the Rhine Falls – one of the largest waterfalls in Europe. This evening, enjoy dinner at an Indian restaurant and check in to the hotel.

Overnight in Zurich / Central Switzerland.

Day 09: Day is Free OR Optional Jungfraujoch and Interlaken. (B,D)

After continental buffet breakfast, day is at leisure OR you have a chance to join us on an adventurous ride to visit Jungfraujoch –The Top of Europe, for a memorable encounter with snow and ice – a high–point of your tour! Proceed to Lauterbrunnen / Grindelwald Grund where the excitement continues. You will be amazed at the scenic splendour that you see from aboard the cogwheel train, which takes you to a height of 3,454 metres to reach Jungfraujoch– Europe’s highest railway station! Experience the magic of the mountains and visit the Ice Palace on top of the longest glacier in the Alps. Take a high speed elevator to the Sphinx observatory deck. Today enjoy an Indian lunch. Later take a photo stop at Interlaken, a charming city nestled between two lakes and surrounded by the splendid Bernese Oberland Mountains. Treasure these wonderful moments as you drive back to your hotel after dinner at an Indian restaurant.

Overnight in Zurich/Central Switzerland.

Note: Passengers not opting for Optional excursion the dinner will be packed and delivered to the hotel when the group arrives.

Day 10: Scenic Lake Lucerne cruise – Orientation tour of Lucerne – Mt. Titlis. (B,L,D)

After continental buffet breakfast, we proceed to scenic Lucerne. Enjoy a scenic cruise on the serene waters of Lake Lucerne. Enjoy orientation tour where you will see Lion Monument and the Kapell Brucke (wooden bridge). Here you will also have some free time to shop for famous Swiss watches, knives and chocolates. After having lunch at an Indian restaurant, we take you on one of the most memorable experiences of your Europe tour – visit Mt. Titlis. Adventure awaits you in an all new Rotair –the world’s first rotating cable–car ride which takes you to Mount Titlis, a truly once–in– a Life time experience. Remain spellbound as you ascend the snow–clad mountains. Experience the snow and ice on top of Mt. Titlis at 3,020 metres as a breathtaking panorama unfolds. Do not forget to visit the new attraction “Cliff Walk”. Later, tonight, after dinner at an Indian restaurant return back to your hotel. Overnight in Zurich/Central Switzerland

Day 11: Swiss chocolate factory – Orientation tour of Innsbruck – Swarovski Crystal headquarters and Museum.

(B,L,D)

This morning, after continental buffet breakfast, check out and proceed to see art of making the world famous Swiss chocolates as we visit a Swiss chocolate factory before we enter Austria. Enjoy lunch at an Indian Restaurant. Later continue your drive to Innsbruck. On arrival 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. Later proceed 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. Tonight enjoy dinner at an Indian restaurant and check in to hotel. Overnight in Seefeld.

Day 12: Venice – Gondola ride – Murano glass demonstration. (B,L,D)

After continental buffet breakfast check out and drive towards Italy. Proceed to the pier and board a private boat which will take you to the heart of Venice – The St. Mark’s Square. Today, enjoy lunch on boat. This astonishingly wonderful lagoon city is a special delight to visitors. Sail over the Guidecca Canal, as you catch a glimpse of the serene waters of the Adriatic Sea. On arrival, admire The St. Mark’s square with the Basilica, Doge’s Palace, Campanile and Bridge of Sighs. Later, you will be taken on an unforgettable gondola ride through the narrow canals for a true depiction of this lagoon city. Also visit the Murano Glass showroom where you see the glass making demonstration. Tonight, after dinner at an Indian restaurant check into your hotel. Overnight in Occhiobello / Ferrara.

Day 13: Guided city tour of Florence – See Leaning Tower of Pisa (B, L, D)

After continental buffet breakfast check out and proceed to Florence. Meet your English speaking local guide for a walking city tour of Florence, including the Duomo, the Campanile, the Baptistry with its Gates to Paradise, Piazza Della Signoria – an open air museum of sculptures. Drive to Piazzale Michelangelo, a square on top of a hill with a replica of the impressive statue of David and also get a bird’s eye view of the city of Florence. After lunch at an Indian restaurant drive to Pisa. Visit the Square of Miracles. Photograph your family with the Leaning Tower in the backdrop. You also have some free time to shop. After dinner at an Indian restaurant check into your hotel.

Overnight in Arezzo.

Day 14: Guided tour of Vatican museum and Sistine Chapel – Guided city tour of Rome. (B,L,D)

After continental buffet breakfast check out of your hotel and proceed to Rome. Today, enjoy lunch at an Indian restaurant. Next proceed for a city tour of Rome and Vatican with an expert English speaking local guide. Enter the Vatican City – the smallest country in the world (shorts or sleeveless vests not allowed) with a visit to the Vatican Museum and the world famous Sistine Chapel. Furthermore 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, see the imposing Colosseum, a vast amphitheatre, known for its gladiator fights. Also see the Victor Emmanuel Monument, the Roman Forum and many more sights of this historic city. Tonight enjoy dinner at an Indian restaurant and check into your hotel.

Overnight in Rome

Day 15: Fly back with pleasant memories. (B)

After continental buffet/boxed breakfast, we check out and proceed to the airport for your flight back home. Packed lunch will be provided, on this day, if your flight departs after 1800hrs local time. Do spare a few minutes to provide your feedback to your Tour Manager. Your valued suggestions will be most appreciated. Arrive home with pleasant memories of your European tour, which we are sure you will treasure for a lifetime.

Package Cost per person on twin / triple sharing basis: Rs. 2, 55,000/-

WHAT YOUR TOUR PRICE INCLUDES:

Sightseeing and accommodation as per the above mentioned itinerary.

ACCOMMODATION

· 02 nights at Hotel Heston Hyde / Crowne Plaza or similar in London Heathrow.

· 02 nights at Hotel Novotel / Mercure / Courtyard by Marriott or similar in Paris.

· 02 nights at Hotel NH / Best Western or similar in Eindhoven / Helmond.

· 01 night at Hotel NH / Intercity / Comfort or similar in Frankfurt.

· 03 nights at Hotel Hilton / Movenpick / Schweizerhof or similar in Zurich / Central Switzerland.

· 01 night at Hotel Alpenkoning / Seelos / Hochland or similar in Seefeld.

· 01 night at Hotel Unaway / Best Western / Astra or similar in Occhiobello / Ferrara.

· 01 night at Hotel Planet or similar in Arezzo.

· 01 night at Hotel Antonella or similar in Rome.

Note: All hotels will be either around the airport area or in the outskirts.

MEALS

· Daily Continental buffet breakfast.

· 12 Indian Jain / vegetarian / non–vegetarian lunches

· 14 Indian Jain / vegetarian / non–vegetarian dinners.

· Note: Packed lunches, if applicable, will be Jain / vegetarian

AIRFARE, VISAS AND MEDICAL INSURANCE

· Return economy class group airfare as per the itinerary.

· All local taxes and services as of 1^ST April 2018.

· Cost of Visa and Medical Insurance for the duration of the tour.

Please Note:

All inclusions and terms & conditions are as per the attachment

This is just a quotation and no bookings have been made

Amount of booking deposit: INR 50,000 per person

Departure date mentioned refers to the tour start date and not the date of departure from India

While Travel Ahead India takes extreme care to ensure all your sightseeing and excursions are not on holidays / closed dates but due to the itinerary / sudden changes it sometimes becomes unavoidable. Travel Ahead India will make every possible attempt to arrange for alternate sightseeing and excursions on such days. However no refund will be provided as such events are beyond our control

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Cancellation Policy for EUROPE :-

Cancellation Charges when a Cancellation is made	Per Person Charges
35 days or more prior to the departure of the Tour	INR 50,000/-
34 - 21 days prior to the departure of the Tour	INR 80,000/-
20 - 11 days prior to the departure of the Tour	INR 1,00,000/
10 days or less prior to departure of the tour or a “No Show” on the tour	100% of the Tour Cost

Important Terms and Conditions :-

The Above quote and discounts (If any) are valid for today and may vary subject to seats availability.

1. Initial booking amount is INR 50,000/- per person.(nonrefundable) along with signed booking form.

2. Passport copies are mandatory required in order to confirm the booking. Passport should not have observations / handwritten / torn / Damaged / inked. Also passport should valid for atleast 06 months on return date of travel.

3. The entire balance amount needs to be made 35 days prior to the departure date.

4. Final payments would be collected as per prevailing rate of exchange on the day of final payment.

5. GST 5% will be applicable on total tour cost.

6. PAN card is mandatory required for any transactions whether it it cash or online payments.

7. FX portion payments mandatory to be paid from client’s savings account only.

8. Cash payment over INR 1, 99,999/- is not acceptable.

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