Wonders Of Eastern Europe

7 Nights

Vienna (1N) ǀ Budapest (2N) ǀ Prague (2N) ǀ Salzburg (2N)

ABOUT THE TOUR:

Introducing our Spectacular Wonders of Eastern Europe Tour. Embark on a journey of a lifetime with our exclusive 7 Nights Tour, designed to immerse you in the cultural treasures of Vienna, Budapest, Prague, and Salzburg. This meticulously curated itinerary is tailor-made for travelers seeking to immerse themselves in Eastern Europes iconic landmarks, all while maintaining a budget-friendly approach.

Our medium-paced itinerary ensures you make the most of every moment. You will enjoy comfortable accommodations at handpicked 4-star hotels, strategically located on the outskirts of cities, typically within a 20-kilometer radius from the city center.

Delight your taste buds with delectable Indian meals served throughout the tour.

What sets our “Blockbuster Tour” apart is the presence of a dedicated and experienced full-time tour manager who will be with you every step of the way. Fluent in both Hindi and English, they are there to make your Eastern European dream vacation seamless and stress-free.

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS:

Comfortable stay at our handpicked 4-Star hotels
All Must See Sightseeing included
Daily Continental Breakfast
Daily Jain / Veg./ Non-Veg. Dinners
All transfers by luxury A/C coaches
Schengen Visa Charges & Travel Insurance included
Schengen Visa Appointments
Services of a dedicated and experienced Hindi / English speaking Tour Manager

VIENNA:

Stay for 1 Nights at Leonardo Hotel Vienna Schönbrunn or similar
Guided City Tour of Vienna

BUDAPEST

Stay for 2 Nights at Danubius Hotel Arena or Similar
Guided City tour of Budapest
Enjoy exotic Szechenyi Thermal Baths

PRAGUE

Stay for 2 Nights at Clarion Congress Hotel Prague or Similar
Guided City tour of Prague
Orientation tour of Bratislava
Vltava river cruise

SALZBURG

Stay for 2 Nights at ARCOTEL Castellani Salzburg or Similar
Guided tour of Salzburg
Day trip to Hallstatt
Day trip to Zell am see

MEALS:

7 Continental Breakfast
7 Indian Jain / Vegetarian / Non – Vegetarian Dinners

FLIGHTS :

Return Economy flights

ITINERARY :

DAY 01 : INDIA – VIENNA

Arrive Vienna

Our representatives will welcome you to Vienna, the capital of Austria. As the “City of Music,” this is one of the most artistic cities where world’s best classical musicians like Beethoven and Mozart were born. After you clear your immigration process, you will be escorted to your ride headed for your hotel for check-in. Rest after a long journey, enjoy your dinner.

Overnight in Vienna.

Dinner (ü)

DAY 02 : VIENNA – BUDAPEST

Guided City Tour of Vienna

Enjoy your breakfast today before we head out on a city tour. We’ll go on a guided sightseeing around Vienna with a local guide in Vienna’s Innere Stadt (1st District) or the Old Town.

The tour includes the famed Ring (Ringtrasse) which refers to the tree-lined boulevards that goes around the center of the city. These lines of trees are also where you can get the best historical sights and more than any road in the world. And following this boulevard, we’ll find the Stephansplatz, the center of the Vienna where we can find the iconic St. Stephen’s Cathedral. From here, we’ll stroll down the Karntnerstrasse, an iconic shopping avenue of Vienna to let you shop to your heart’s content. This place has existed since the Roman Age and is also known as the Carinthian Street. Not far is the famous Vienna State Opera House, also known as the Wiener Staatsoper which doesn’t just embodies such a dense cultural value, but also historical value. Continue your tour as we pass by the Museum of Fine Arts, the Museum of Natural History, the Hofburg, Parliament, City Hall, the Burg theater and the University.

We’ll continue driving after the tour to Budapest and check-in at the hotel. Enjoy your dinner before our Overnight stay in Budapest.

Continental Breakfast (ü) Dinner (ü)

DAY 03 : BUDAPEST

City Tour In Budapest With Szechenyi Thermal Baths

Enjoy your breakfast today in Budapest before we head out for a city tour, starting with the UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Heroes’ Square. A guide will take you through possibly the most iconic square of Budapest where a number of statues are erected to celebrate historic figures in Hungary at the Millennium Monument. Then we’ll head off to the Fishermen’s Bastion which is a castle of fairy tale design located on the Buda side of the city. This place has a panoramic viewing terrace where you can have an exquisite view of Budapest.

The ride continues to the Matthias Church, a Roman Catholic Church built on Gellert Hill while overlooking the Danube River. It is the second largest church of medieval Buda and is one of the most unique in Europe featuring prominent Romanesque style in 1015.

Then continue to the Parliament House that was mainly built in Gothic Revival style with Baroque and Renaissance influence. Construction began in 1885, roughly a decade since Buda, Obuda and Pest united and was finished in 1904. Behold the century-long history and gorgeous architecture of this building. Also included in the trip is the Royal Palace, also known as the Buda Castle, which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This historical site was the home to the Hungarian Kings and is now where you can find the National Gallery and Budapest History Museum (entrances not included).

After passing through the first Chain Bridge which is permanent suspension bridge that connects Buda and Pest, we’ll head out to the Széchenyi Bath which was built in 1913. It is one of Europe’s largest bath complexes built in Neo-Baroque style featuring 15 indoor pools, saunas, massages and obviously, 3 outdoor thermal baths. Relax and bath in the healing pools before we go for dinner.

Overnight stay at hotel in Budapest for overnight stay.

Continental Breakfast (ü) Dinner (ü)

DAY 04 : BUDAPEST – PRAGUE

Transfer To Prague With Orientation Tour Of Bratislava

Enjoy your breakfast today before we check-out and leave Budapest. We are going to Prague today and on our way, we’ll stop at Bratislava, the capital city of Slovakia. On arrival, we start a city tour from the Old Town area where the cobbled streets and colourful buildings create such an aesthetic view. As we walk through the winding alleyways, we’ll arrive at St. Martin’s Cathedral, a three-nave 15th century Gothic cathedral that was built on top of another Romanesque church from 1221.

Then head over to St. Michael Tower which is also known as the Michael’s Gate and is the only preserved gate from the medieval fortifications among the oldest buildings here. Continuing after lunch, we’ll visit the iconic Renaissance palace, Bratislava Castle, built in the 16th century and has been turned into the Museum of History. This is famously known as the official seat of Maria Theresa in the 18th century.

We continue driving to Prague and to your hotel for check-in before you rest and spend the night in Prague..

Continental Breakfast (ü) Dinner (ü)

DAY 05 : PRAGUE

Prague City Tour l Witness The Walk Of The Apostles At The Astronomical Clock l Vltava River Cruise

Enjoy your breakfast today before we head out on a city tour in Prague. A guide will accompany you to Hradcany Castle which is a name referring to the large number of palaces, churches, offices, courtyards, and gardens within 110 acres of land. The castle was built in the 9th century and is one of the biggest in the world and is the current seat of the President of the Czech Republic.

Next is the Cathedral of St. Vitus, which is a Roman Catholic metropolitan cathedral in Prague. It’s also the seat of the Archbishop of Prague and is the largest and most important cathedral in Prague that saw the coronations of multiple Czech kings and queens.

The Astronomical Clock is another historical piece of work attached to the Old Town Hall made during the medieval era. Then visit the Old Town Square which is a historical square filled with old buildings of various time period architecture from the 1400s. We’ll then visit the Charles Bridge which is a stone Gothic bridge that allows us to cross the Vltava River, connecting the Old Town and Lesser Town.

In the evening, we’ll cross the Vltava River with a different mode, which is on a cruise, and enjoy a stunning view of Prague. We’ll head back to the hotel after dinner.

Overnight stay in Prague

Continental Breakfast (ü) Dinner (ü)

DAY 06 : PRAGUE – SALZBURG

Salzburg City Tour

Enjoy your breakfast this morning in Prague before we check-out. We’re going to leave for Salzburg to look around one of most stunning cities in Europe. It’s going to be a delightful day of touring around this picturesque city nestled between the Salzburg Alps and the River Salzach. A local guide will take you to the famous sites and share stories of these places.

Starting with the Salzburg Cathedral, we’ll see one of early Baroque era’s best works that remains as the centrepiece of Salzburg since the 17th century. Tour this gorgeous historic building before we visit the Residenz Fountain which was the most gorgeous fountain in Salzburg, one of the best places to get your selfies.

Then we’ll head over to the Love Lock Bridge that goes over the Salzach River which is also a symbol of eternal love. Couples believe by writing their names on a lock and locking it on the bridge while tossing out the key will lock their love eternally. Past the bridge is the Getreidegasse, a shopping street that’s remained as Salzburg’s busiest street for hundreds of years. In fact, it was first mentioned in 1150 under the name “Trabgasse.” This was also where Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart was born and raised until he was 17. We’ll also visit another street, Linzergasse, which home to handicrafts, vintage stores, restaurants, and hostels.

And then head to the Mirabell Gardens which is the iconic setting of the classic Hollywood musical “The Sound of Music.” Built surrounding the Baroque palace, re-enact the scene as we go through the garden and under the arches where she sang Do Re Mi.

We’ll drive to your hotel for check-in and overnight stay in Salzburg.

Continental Breakfast (ü) Dinner (ü)

DAY 07 : SALZBURG

Day Trip To Hallstatt And Zell Am See

Enjoy your breakfast before we go on a trip out of Salzburg to Hallstatt. On our way to Hallstatt, enjoy the view of Salzkammergut. Hallstatt is also known as the Pearl of the Salzkammergut which is where you can find these small, charming villages with the breathtaking nature as the backdrop. You’ll have two hours here in Hallstatt to explore the area on your own. Visit the lake for a relaxing stroll or meet the locals by visiting the vendors and stores. We’ll also ride past the Mullback Waterfall to visit the local museum (entry fee not included).

The trip continues to Zell am See which is a small city that has the Alpines on one side and the lake Zell on the other. This city brags one of the best views in the world and we’ll take you out on a stroll through the town center or visit the lakeside promenade for the views. Today is a day of tranquillity as we appreciate the beauty of East Europe and small villages.

We’ll go back to Salzburg later after dinner for your overnight stay.

Continental Breakfast (ü) Dinner (ü)

DAY 08 : RETURN HOME

Transfer To Vienna For Departure

Enjoy your breakfast before we check-out of Salzburg. We’re heading for Vienna today where you’ll take your flight back home. The Eastern Europe ends as we drop you off at the International Airport as you leave with pleasant memories from your trip here.

DEPARTURE DATES:

SEP	9
OCT	11
NOV	5

TOUR COST INCLUDES THE FOLLOWING:

Cost of return economy class air tickets
Inclusions as mentioned in the above itinerary
Meals as mentioned in the above itinerary.
Multiple Entry Schengen Visa
Travel Insurance (For upto 60 years of age)
Comfortable coach with professional driver as per the itinerary.
All Tours & Transfers on private basis
01 Tour Manager.

TOUR COST DOES NOT INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING:

Any services not mentioned in “Inclusions” above.
Mandatory tips of Euro 3 per person per day
Tips to guides / drivers /hotels/porterage etc.
Phone calls, spa, laundry, mini bar or any other items of personal nature.
Beer / alcoholic beverages.
Expenses and Services of a personal nature
Any increase in Airport Taxes, Government Taxes, Fuel Charges or introduction of any new taxes or levies presently calculated as on date.
Any Excess luggage apart from the stipulated weight approved by the selected airlines and the space available in coach
Any incidental expenses not mentioned in “Inclusions” above will have to be paid by the passenger
Porterage at the hotel or at the airport
Early Check in and Late Check out.

IMPORTANT NOTES:

All above rates are net per person in a twin sharing room and as mentioned
All transfers and sightseeing using Air – Conditioned Coach.
General check-in time is 1500 Hrs. and check-out is at 1100Hrs.
Early check-in and late check-out will be subject to availability and will incur additional cost.
On receipt of your advance we will block the services as per prevailing rates. Your final rates and requirement will be subject to availability at the time of receiving your confirmation.
Rates are based on and valid for MINIMUM GUARANTEE OF 30 FULL PAYING ADULTS TRAVELLING TOGETHER AT ALL TIMES IF PASSENGER COUNT CHANGE THE TOUR PRICE IS GOING TO CHANGE.
Rates are for arrival and departure transfers and coach tours onwards in group vehicles with all passengers arriving /departing together (in the same group flight). Airport transfer rates are not valid in case passengers are arriving / departing on different flights other than group flights. Any change in passenger numbers will result in change in rates

BASIS OF PRICE

The price is inclusive and based on current taxes and levies in force. Any variance in the taxes would be charged additionally accordingly.
Tour itinerary will be as mentioned above. Any modification in the terms of itinerary is not allowed.
If passengers do not arrive or depart with the group, additional charges will be incurred. Should the group arrive during a trade fair / festival or high demand period, we reserve the right to amend the prices accordingly or offer an alternative location.
Late sitting in a restaurant for meals is totally subject to the terms & conditions of the hotel / restaurant used. Same will be requested but cannot be guaranteed.
If groups arrive from different hubs and separate transfers are required or in case of any additional services required, then the applicable cost would be payable immediately
Issuance of visa is at the sole discretion of the respective embassy / consulate. Consulate has every right to call for additional supportive documents; any guarantee from the individual, corporate, personal appearance or reject the visa.
Accommodation and meals as per itinerary.
No refund or reduction will be given for any services, which are not utilized
Cost is applicable for a minimum paying adults traveling together as mentioned above. Supplement charges will be applicable in case of reduction or increase in the group strength
Quote does not include any meals not specified in the itinerary. In case the same is required, during transfers, sightseeing and day trips, additional will be charged, on actual
All arrangements made by Exclusive Trips are in the capacity of an agent only. Exclusive Trips will not be liable for claims or expenses arising from circumstances beyond our control such as accidents, injuries delayed or cancelled flights & acts or forces of nature.

HOTELS

Breakfast at the hotels will be provided in the main hall or the group room separately but it will be totally the hotel’s discretion.
Breakfasts taken before 07:00 hours & packed breakfast boxes may incur a supplement.
Complimentary tea/Coffee makers in the rooms, air-conditioning, mini bar cannot be guaranteed.
Most hotels in Europe are not air conditioned.
All hotels provided will be 4 star rated and in outskirts of the city.
Any damages incurred in the hotel rooms will be payable by the passengers directly and Exclusive Trips will not be responsible for the same
Any extra services taken at the hotel the passengers will have to pay the same directly before check out. Exclusive Trips will not be responsible for the same.

MEALS

Standard duration for meals at restaurants will be 45 minutes to 1 hour. More time is subject to discretion of restaurant and additional time may impact the coach duration.
Standard course for meals at restaurants includes 02 veg dishes, 01 non-veg dish(chicken), 1 Daal, Rice or Pulao, Yoghurt or Raita, Roti / Naan, Salad, Papad, Pickle, 01 Sweet dish and tap water.
Breakfast will be Continental as provided by the hotel

COACH

Considering traffic situation and driving hours, Sightseeing/Orientation tours may be revised/changed if on road it is not possible to cover the day within LDC regulations. The Tour Leader must manage the driving hours.
Water bottle in the coach is not included in the offer.

Please note EC regulations for Long Distance Coach Drivers: (EU regulations no. 561/2006 – 1073/2009)

Driver is not to exceed 11 hrs on duty with the group
The duty time with the group would be reduced as required, incase the Coach parking location is someplace other than group stay hotel.
In one day, a driver is not permitted to drive for more than 9 hrs
In one day, a driver must have 11 consecutive hours of rest
Driver is required to have a min. rest time of 45 minutes for every 4.5 hours of wheel time
One driver could drive maximum 12 days continuously then 2 days rest is mandatory.
Incase Local Coach/Mini-van is used instead of a LDC coach then duty time not to exceed 10-11hrs duty
Coach/mini-van can not enter ZTL or restricted area or any walking street and separate taxi/vehicle needs to be arranged at own cost for some specific centrally located hotels.
The daily driving hours can go upto 8 – 11 hrs.
The toilets in coach are not for the use of the passengers, although there will be comfort stops at regular intervals.

AIRLINE

Airlines will be as per the one booked by Exclusive Trips.
We do not guarantee direct flights. The airlines booked on group tours will / can be with one or two stopovers depending on availability from the departure Hub.
If you prefer a specific airline, you can opt to receive an airline reduction from us and book your own ticket
For guest buying there own tickets, airport transfers are not guaranteed unless they are present at the airport / hotel at the time of the group transfers. In this scenario, guest will have to arrange their own transfer to and from airports. In no circumstances special transfers will be given to the guest.

BAGGAGE :

Only 1 Piece of Bag weighing maximum 20 Kgs. And one small hand bag not weighing more than 7 kgs. will be allowed on tour.
Even if the airline gives provision for more, on tour it will only be One 1 piece of bag weighing maximum 20 kgs and one hand bag not weighing more than 7 kgs.
If the guest carrying more luggage, and if the coach trunk is full, the luggage will be kept inside the coach in aisle which will be inconvenient for the guests and if the same is not possible, the guest will have to make their own arrangements for the transfer of luggage
Guest have to carry their own luggage. Porterage is not included in the cost

TIPS

Standard tips are EUR 3 per pax /day and is Mandatory

PAYMENTS:

Our Payment Terms:

PAYMENT ITEM	AMOUNT PAYABLE	DATE / TIME OF PAYMENT
Deposit Amount	INR 60.000/-	At the time of Booking
2^nd Installment	INR 1, 100,00/-	Clear 50 days in advance or immediately when the visas are done. Whichever is earlier
Final Payment	Balance Full Amount	Clear 30 days prior to departure

Cancellation & Amendments

Cancellation charges will be as per the cancellation policy mentioned below. If a person is shifting from one departure date to another, the same will be treated as cancellation from one tour to another and the charges as mentioned will apply.

Refunds:

For any amendment or cancellation in the services, refunds, if any, due after adjustment of such amendments/cancellations will be paid within 30 days from the date of amendment/cancellation. Refunds on account of airline or train travel amendments/cancellation, after adjusting the amendment/cancellation charges/fees will take a minimum 60 days to process, as this is the time frame taken by them.

Terms & Conditions:

All business is conducted in accordance with our Terms & Conditions. All clients doing business with Exclusive Trips will be deemed to have read and accepted to be bound by our Terms & Conditions.

Complaints with Services:

If any group member going to the specified locations has any complaint in respect of services provided by any of the independent contractors he / she / they shall immediately notify the same to Exclusive Trips Tour Manager, to enable ET to take up the matter with the independent contractor. Verbal intimation during the tour will ensure immediate corrective action. Written complaints will be accepted within 3 days of return of Tour else all balance payments if any to Partners and Invoices will be raised assuming full satisfaction

Travel Extension:

For last minute extension of stay on tours due to request or emergencies, all rooms and other services booked through us will have to be paid only to us in cash in the respective foreign exchange. The same is applicable to any delegate/attendee wanting to pay for their own stay. A valid invoice and cash receipt can be issued against the same. If the booking is done in advance, then 100% payment will have to be done by telegraphic transfer to our account or cheque/DD 01 week before the tour dates. Exclusive Trips shall not accept any liability or responsibility for any damages, loss, injury, accident, death, breakdown, irregularity, which may occur in carrying out the tour arrangement, weather conditions, strikes, war, quarantine and any other cause whatsoever and all such loss or expense must be borne by passenger themselves. Exclusive Trips will not be liable for any overstay expenses due to delay or changes in air or train schedule or other services due to sickness, weather conditions, strike, war, quarantine, or any other cause whatsoever. Insurance policies must be carried while on tour.

Cancellation Policy:

All services such as Airline seats / Hotel accommodation / ground transportation/ venues for tours/conferences/events are pre-blocked well in advance. We are liable to pay penalties to all our suppliers / vendors if these services are released within the below mentioned time frame.

All cancellations of bookings must be given in writing and acknowledged by ET. A transfer from one tour destination/event venue to another, prior to the date of the tour/conference/event will be treated as a cancellation, thereby attracting the cancellation charges as stated hereunder and a fresh booking on another. Detailed tour wise cancellation given below.

Cancellation Policy :

75 Days or more prior to departure	Booking Amount of INR 60,000/- per person
Within 74 to 60 days prior to departure	50% of the Tour Cost
Within 59 to 30 days prior to departure	75% of the Tour Cost
Within 29 days prior to departure	100% of the tour cost

TRAVEL DOCUMENTS & VISA

In order for passengers to undertake international travels it is mandatory to hold valid passport with minimum of 6 months validity from the date of return to India.

It is the passengers responsibility, to have the visa application made to the concerned Consulates / Authorities However, for certain cases, the Client may have to attend personal interviews at their own cost.

As granting or rejecting visas and immigration clearance is the sole prerogative of the concerned sovereign governments, Exclusive Trips shall neither be responsible in case of non-granting of such documents nor liable for any delay or other related act/omission or for any loss, expenses, damage or cost resulting from there.

Exclusive Trips would not be responsible in any way in case any clerical error regarding names, attachment of wrong photographs, duration, and type of visa (Single/Multiple entry) occurs in the consulate / embassy. Passengers shall be responsible to check the details, photos and the correctness thereof. In the event the application for visa made by any Client or the Company on behalf of the Client is rejected due to any other reason whatsoever, Exclusive Trips shall not be liable or responsible for the same.

AIl passports are required to be mailed for visas to different cities, company would mail the passport by reputed courier at an additional cost.

Consulates have every right to call for additional supportive documents; any guarantee from the corporate, personal appearance or reject the visa. Exclusive Trips will not be held responsible for such delays /rejection. If visa is rejected appropriate cancellation charges will be applicable.

It will be the responsibility of all the passengers to take care of their belongings at all times. Exclusive Trips will not be responsible for any loss or damage of any of the said belongings at any time.

Confirming the booking by paying the deposit amount, will be taken as an acceptance of all the above Terms & Conditions

FINAL HANDOVER:

All the Vouchers and the final hand over will be done 1 or 2 days prior to the departure

*Itinerary / Hotel / Sightseeing / Airlines / Routing Subject to Change without prior notice