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hotel Feature sYmbolsFacilities for disabled personsLocated close to a railway station Close to the Old Town
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canaDa Whistler Winter Experience 4FlyOver Canada - Attraction 4Canadian Sampler Accommodation 5
austria - salzburGAdevnt in the City - Vienna 6St Wolfgang Experience in Winter 6Christmas Markets in Salzkammergut 7Skiing at Schladming 7Christmas in Salzburg 8New Year in Salzburg 8Salzburg Winter Experiences 9Deer Feeding 9Horse-drawn Sleigh Ride 9Silent Night - Holy Night Tour 9
sWitzerlanDSwiss Rail - Interlaken - Jungfraujoch 10Swiss Rail - 3 White Peaks 10Walstatterhof - Package 11Wilden Mann - Package 11
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holidays on location Level 5, 1 Princess Street,
Kew VIC 3101 Australia
Reservations: 1300 65 10 65
Tel: +61 3 9851 8747
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GermanYChristmas Delight 12Festive Christmas Markets 13Christmas Fantasy 13Experience Berlin with Crowne Plaza 14Charlottenburg Palace Packages 14Christmas in Rothenburg 15New Year in Rothenburg 15
uniteD KinGDom - lonDonWinter in London - Apartments 16Day Tours from London 16
France - parisWinter in Paris at the Victoria Palace 17Day Tours from Paris 17
czech republic - praGueWinter in Prague - Apartment 18Day Tour from Prague 18
hunGarY - buDapestWinter in Budapest - Apartment 18Day Tour from Budapest 18
italY - romeWinter in Rome - Apartment 18Day Tour 18
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View of Schwaegalp and Saentis
Horse-drawn carriage in the snow, Austria
Snow boarders at Schladming, Austria
Lucerne in winter, Switzerland
Capilano Suspension Bridge in winter, Canada
Enjoying the Christmas Markets, Germany
Louvre Museum illuminated at night, France
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Prices are per person in Australian Dollars and are subject to currency fluctuation.
Day 5 | Free DayToday is a day to enjoy the charm of Whistler Resort.
Day 6 | Whistler to VancouverTransfer (included) back to Downtown Vancouver or the airport.
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Fly-over Canada - vanCouver virtual Flight ride attraCtion
the eXperience Virtual FliGht - real amazement!Guests will soar from coast to coast on a breathtaking aerial journey taking in the excitement of Canada through the latest in virtual flight-ride technology. Groups of up to 60 guests at a time will strap in and be lifted in front of a large custom spherical screen where they will move in concert with a film showing some of Canada’s most-stunning sites from the air. It will be a fully immersive experience including wind, mist and even scents!
Whistler town in Winter © Whistler BC Tourism
Whistler town in Winter © Whistler BC Tourism
Whistler town in Winter © Whistler BC Tourism
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canada The vast frontier of Canada is a land of prairies, mountains, fields of glaciers, lakes and coastlines. Filled with wildlife like wolves, moose, bears, eagles and other animals, the Canadian landscape is one of great natural beauty and provides ample opportunity for outdoor sports like hiking, canoeing, skiing, 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.
Whistler Winter experienCe6 Days / 5 nights
package includes:• 5 nights accommodation• 3 hour snowmobile tour• 50 - 60 minute sleigh ride• 3 hour dog sledding• 3 hour snowshoe tour• Return transfers from
Vancouver Airport or Downtown Hotel
• Canadian sales tax less GST rebate
Day 1 | Vancouver to WhistlerTransfer (included) from either Vancouver Airport or Downtown Hotel to your overnight accommodation in Whistler.
Day 2 | evening sleigh rideFull day to enjoy Whistler Resort. Your hotel concierge can assist with the many winter leisure activities available. This evening take a sleigh ride under the stars. Tucking yourself in the blanketed warmth of your canopied sleigh, the horses tour through the pristine wilderness. Enjoy the view of the lights in Whistler village before making a short stop at a cosy cabin to warm up by the fire pit with a cup of hot chocolate.
Day 3 | snowmobile tour*This snowmobile ride, designed for first timers, follows wide mountain trails along the Fitzsimmons Creek watershed. Enjoy a perfect mix of easy riding and scenery.
Day 4 | Dog sledding & snowshoeingIn the morning, let your dog team lead you into the old growth forest of the Callaghan Valley. Stop for a warm up at a trapper’s cabin on Totem Pole Lake and learn about the history of the Canadian fur trappers. Join your professional musher in harnessing and staging the dogs, learn the commands and feel the thrill of driving your own team. This afternoon ride the gondola up Whistler Mountain, then strap on your snowshoes for a trip through freshly fallen snow in Whistler’s old growth forest.
hours oF operationFlyOver Canada is open 7 days a week including all Public Holidays excluding Christmas Day. Open all year round 10am until 9pm, extended hours in summer July and August until 10pm on Friday and Saturday nights.
prices are per personAdult 18 – 64 $25.00
Youth 13 – 17 $22.00
Senior 65+ $22.00
Child 4 – 12 $19.00
Rates are not valid for special events or
seasonal attractions.
heiGht restriction Minimum 102 cms
Whistler Winter experience
Hotel Prices From 1235 2311
Hotel Prices From 1354 2547
Hotel Prices From 1363 2594
Hotel - Aava Hotel - Deluxe Guest Room Hotel - Hilton Whistler Resort & Spa Hotel - Fairmont Chateau Whistler
* All snowmobile drivers must have a valid drivers license.
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low season, twin share
Prices are per person in Australian Dollars and are subject to currency fluctuation. Contact our office for additional Canadian locations. Hotel room photographs may not be specific to the actual room occupied.
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Canadian sampler accommodation in Vancouver | Victoria | Whistler | Kamloops | banff | Jasper | montréal
prices From $95 per person per night,
low season, twin share
prices From $92 per person per night,
low season, twin share
This downtown Montreal hotel is a short walk from the McGill Subway Station and McGill University. All 456 rooms include a coffee maker, work desk and Wi-Fi.
Directly on the waterfront, overlooking the Inner Harbour, within walking distance of the downtown area. All 239 rooms include private facilities and a SmartDesk.
montréal | delta montréal
viCtoria | delta oCean pointe
vanCouver | metropolitan hotel
vanCouver | rosellen suites
kamloops | sun peaks grand hotel
Located in downtown Vancouver, this luxury hotel is close to the Vancouver Art Gallery. 197 rooms each with a soaking tub, cable TV and minibar. Wi-Fi is available.
Nestled in Vancouver’s West End, this all-suite hotel offers 27 spacious studios and suites with fully-equipped kitchens, separate living and dining areas.
Boasting ski-to-door access, this resort is centrally-located in the Sun Peaks Ski Village. 220 guest rooms offer modern amenities, cable TV and free Wi-Fi.
prices From $98 per person per night,
low season, twin share
accommoDation prices on request contact our oFFice
prices From $118 per person per night,
low season, twin share
prices From $87 per person per night,
low season, twin share
Whistler | delta Whistler village suites
Located across from the Whistler Conference Centre and close to three golf courses. This hotel is surrounded by shopping stores and restaurants.
prices From $221 per person per night,
Loft Suite, twin share
banFF | Caribou lodge and spa +
Nestled in Banff, this mountain lodge offers luxurious spa services and facilities and is within walking distance of the town centre. 195 rooms with private facilities.
Left: Capilano Suspension Bridge in winter, North Vancouver; Right: Vancouver Christmas Market © Vancouver Tourism
Totem, Victoria © Victoria Tourism
The resort is located on Beauvert Lake, within Jasper National Park, a 5 minute drive from the town centre. 451 cabins each with a flat-screen TV and a refrigerator.
Jasper | Fairmont Jasper park lodge
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austria is full of music, mountains and memories of its imperial past. You will discover magnificent scenery around every corner – vineyards, ancient castles and abbeys overlooking the Danube River, wooded hills rising out of lush farmlands, lakes dotted with sailboats and ringed by soaring mountains, alpine peaks and their icy world of glaciers reaching for the sky! You are surrounded by history and can even trace events dating back to the Romans, Charlemagne, Emperor Maximilian, the Turks, the Swedes in the Thirty Years’ War, Empress Maria Theresa, Napoleon and Emperor Franz Joseph.
advent in the Citypackage must be booked in conjunction with 3,4 or 5-star Vienna accommodation
• 72-hour Vienna Card• A Hot Drink• A meal of your choice• 1 Christmas Village Mug• Admission to Museum of Fine Arts
and the Imperial Treasury • Coffee and Cake at the
traditional “Central” Cafe
advent in the city adult
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Christmas in viennaDiscover the magic of the christmas markets of Vienna
Christmas markets in ViennaStep into the joy of Christmas with the beautiful streets of Vienna as your backdrop. Punch and chestnut s tands draw cus tomers wi th seasonal treats and stallholders get shoppers in the Christmas spirit with handcrafted goods. The Christmas Markets in Vienna truly are an age-old tradition. The forerunners of the present-day events date back to the Middle Ages when in 1298 Albrecht I granted Vienna’s citizens the privilege of holding a December Market or “Krippenmarkt”. Since then, the character and prevalence of these markets has changed considerably. Nowadays, over 20 official Advent Markets sell a vast array of seasonal gifts and mouth-watering treats.
Viennese christmas marKetWhere: In front of the City HallThe Viennese Christmas Market in front of the City Hall is an unforgettable highlight for those eager to get into the spirit of the season. The unique backdrop gives this market a charm of its own, and the delicious aromas are sure to lull all visitors into the seasonal joy. Inside the City Hall on the ground floor there is an area dedicated to children, where they can learn how to make Christmas cookies or candles.
christmas & neW Year’s marKet at schönbrunn palaceWhere: Parade Court, in front of Schönbrunn PalaceApproximately 60 exhibitors present handicrafts and original gifts such as hand-made Christmas decorations and nativity sets for visitors to admire and purchase right in front of the famous Schönbrunn Palace. The fragrance of freshly baked Vanillekipferl and hot punch fills the air and creates a wonderful atmosphere.
christmas VillaGe maria-theresien platz Where: Maria-Theresien PlatzExperience impressive Viennese buildings and traditional customs at the Christmas Village Maria-Theresien Platz this winter, located between the Museum of Natural History and the Museum of Art. There is no escaping the Christmas atmosphere with festively decorated market stalls and a vast array of culinary delights.
christmas VillaGebelVeDere palaceWhere: Belvedere Palace, Prinz Eugen-StraßeExplore baroque lifestyle and traditional festive handicrafts. The popular Christmas Village Belvedere Palace is set against the glorious baroque backdrop of the world-famous residence, one of Vienna‘s most-beautiful and significant sights. More than 40 festively-decorated market-stalls offer handcrafted goods, elaborate Christmas decorations and special culinary delights.
st. WolFgang experienCe in Winter4 Days - 3 nights
st. Wolfgang experience in Winter4 Days - 3 nights - Prices From
White horse inn St Wolfgang ****
2-19 Nov 2014 (boat ride not available) 805 1116
21 Nov – 19 Dec 2014 916 1219
Optional: Private transfers Salzburg to St Wolfgang and Munich Airport to St Wolfgang available
White horse inn St. Wolfgang **** Located right on the shore of Lake Wolfgang, this 4-star superior hotel offers panoramic lake and mountain views. The traditionally-furnished rooms offer satellite TV, a bathroom with hairdryer, and free internet access via modem. The rooms are located in 9 historic buildings in the centre of St. Wolfgang.
price includes:• 3 nights accommodation in a
room with balcony & lake view at the famous White Horse Inn (Weisses Rössl St. Wolfgang)
• Buffet breakfast daily• Coffee and cake at a local
coffee shop in St. Wolfgang• A boat ride from St. Wolfgang –
St. Gilgen and return (available 1 Apr - 26 Oct 2014, and on Advent weekends, till 2 Jan 2015)
• Service charges, local tax and VAT
White Horse Inn: Suite
White Horse Inn: Exterior
hotel list For advent in the Cityadvent in the city must be booked in conjunction with the Vienna hotels listed below
star rating Vienna hotels
Admiral, Airo Tower, Alexander, Altwienerhof, Austria Classic Wien, Beim Theresianum, Capri, Donauwalzer, Graf Stadion, Lucia, Messe, Post, Ramada Encore Vienna City, Savoy, Stadthalle, Wien Mariahilf, Zipser
Ananas, Atlantis, Courtyard by Marriott Wien Schönbrunn, Daniel, Das Tigra, Delta, Erzherzog Rainer, Holiday Inn Vienna City, Kaiser Franz Josef, Kaiserhof, Levante Laudon, Nestroy, NH Atterseehaus, NH Belvedere, NH Danube City, NH Wien, Stefanie, Starlight Suiten Hotel am Heumarkt
Do & Co, Grand Hotel, Hilton Vienna Plaza, Imperial, Le Méridien, The Levante Parliament, Renaissance Wien, Sacher Wien, Steigenberger Herrenhof, Vienna Marriot,
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sChladming is a small town in the Austrian state of Styria and has become a large winter sports resort. The town is 100km from Salzburg. The shopping area has many cafes, restaurants and a variety of shops.
This 4-star hotel in the centre of Schladming has 130 spacious rooms each furnished in an elegant Alpine-style and feature a bathroom, a living area with satellite TV and a minibar. Hotel offers free Wi-Fi.
skiing at schladmingHotel Falkensteiner Schladming
1 Dec - 23 Dec 2014, 10-16 Jan 2015, 4-11 Apr 2015 1400 1818
17-24 Jan 2015, 7-13 Feb 2015, 21 Feb - 3 Apr 2015 1735 2153
6-9 Jan 2015, 28 Jan - 6 Feb 2015, 14-20 Feb 2015 1893 2310
Additional nights on application. Package excludes dates 24, 25 & 31 December 2014
8 Days / 7 night package also available: Contact our reservations department for further details
optional extras available
private transfers
Salzburg - Schladming (one way) $491 per vehicle, per two passengers
Munich Airport - Schaldming (one way) $1423 per vehicle, per two passengers
train tickets (2nd class and seat reservation) Salzburg - Schladming $51 per person
Munich - Schladming $168 per person
equipment hire Basic ski & ski sticks, ski boots and helmet for 3-days / 7 days
Please contact our office for full details
adult beginner lesson Group ski course 4 hrs per day for 3 days / 5 days
3 days: $360 pp; 5 days $402 ppPlease contact our office for full details
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skiing at sChladming5 Days / 4 nights - hotel Falkensteiner schladming
Hotel Falkensteiner Schladming, Standard room
Hotel Falkensteiner Schladming, Exterior
price includes:• 4 nights accommodation at 4-star
Hotel Falkensteiner Schladming in a standard room with private facilities and breakfast daily
• One dinner at the hotel restaurant (excludes beverages)
• One bottle of mineral water (per room) delivered to guest room on day of arrival
• One 3-day ski pass• Service charges, local tax and VAT
Schladming
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Christmas markets in salzkammergutDiscover the magic of the christmas in the salzkammergut
adVent at lake WolFgang Discover one of the most beautiful Christmas markets in the Salzkammergut region of Austria.
Visit the Christmas markets at Lake Wolfgang, enjoy the unique advent boat ride on the lake and walk through the three villages of St. Gilgen, Strobl and St. Wolfgang.
Enjoy the magnificent atmosphere and the wonderful decorations, with thousands of candles, lanterns, torches and hundreds of Christmas trees and other amazing sights and sounds.
program:• Depart by bus to Lake Wolfgang• Arrival at Strobl - visit of
the crib village• Boat ride to St. Wolfgang
- visit of the Christmas Market• Bus drive to St. Gilgen - visit of the
Christmas Market• Return by bus to Salzburg
package includes:• 1 Wolfgangsee Christmas Punch
incl. Wolfgangsee Cup• 1 Original Wolfgangsee
Christmas candle• Boat ride on Lake Wolfgang• Return bus ride from Salzburg• Multilingual guide
tour information Departure time: 01.00 pmDuration: approx. 5 hours
Availability:Nov 29th & 30th, 2014December 6th, 7th, & 8th, 2014December 13th & 14th, 2014December 20th & 21st, 2014
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Departs 1:00p.m. Duration: approx. 5 hours,
Christmas in Bad Ischl © Salzkammergut tourism
Horse-drawn sleigh rides © Salzkammergut tourism
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Christmas in Mondsee © Salzkammergut tourism
Christmas in the Salzkammergut Region © Salzkammergut tourism
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Christmas in salzburg4 Days / 3 nights
Salzburg
salZburgUntil 1816 Salzburg was a city-state, independent of the Habsburgs and ruled by powerful prince-archbishops. It is situated on the northern border of Austria, 113km southeast of Munich, in a picturesque setting surrounded by mountains. Mozart was born here and the city’s fascination with its most-famous son is best demonstrated during the Salzburg Festival which presents world-class performances of opera, drama and concerts over a period of six weeks each summer. Mozart’s impression has been left all over the town - his image is on every postcard and chocolate box and both his birthplace and family house are now museums offering detailed insight into his life and work.
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4 days / 3 nights from 23-24 Dec 2014 752 928 690
Goldenes theaterhotel (cordial theater)
4 days / 3 nights from 23-24 Dec 2014 690 778 636
altstadt radisson blu
Standard: 4 days / 3 nights from 23-24 Dec 2014 985 1179 -
Executive: 4 days / 3 nights from 23-24 Dec 2014 1111 1446 -
Specific booking conditions apply for these packages, please contact our office for details.
prices includes:• 4 nights accommodation in
nominated 4 or 5-star hotel, in a room with private facilities and breakfast daily
• Coffee and cake at the famous Café Sacher, Salzburg
• 24-hour Salzburg Card for transport within the city and free or reduced admission to the city’s attractions
• Service charges, taxes & VAT
neW year in salzburg5 Days / 4 nights or 4 Days / 3 nights
new Year in salzburg 4 Days / 3 Nights - Price from
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30 Dec 2014 - 2 Jan 2015 975 1155
altstadt radisson blu
Standard: 30 Dec 2014 - 2 Jan 2015
1423 1888
prices includes:• 3 nights accommodation in
nominated 4 or 5-star hotel, in a room with private facilities and breakfast daily
• Coffee and cake at the famous Café Sacher, Salzburg
• Service charges, taxes & VAT
prices includes:• 3 nights accommodation in
nominated 4 or 5-star hotel, in a room with private facilities and breakfast daily
• Coffee and cake at the famous Café Sacher, Salzburg
• Service charges, taxes & VAT
4 days - 3 nigHts 30 Dec Arrive Salzburg by your own arrangements.Welcome drink at the hotel bar.
31 Dec Full day Alpine Tour & Sleigh Ride. New Year’s Eve Dinner.
1 Jan New Year’s Day Concert commencing at 11:30 a.m.
2 JanA sweet souvenir of Salzburg per booking, will be offered on departure.
5 days - 4 nigHts 29 Dec Arrive Salzburg by your own arrangements.Welcome drink at the hotel bar.
30 DecSalzburg City Tour by coach (1½ hrs).
31 Dec Full day Alpine Tour & Sleigh Ride. New Year’s Eve Dinner.
1 Jan New Year’s Day Concert commencing at 11:30 a.m.
2 JanA sweet souvenir of Salzburg per booking, will be offered on departure.
new Year in salzburg 5 Days / 4 Nights - Price from
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29 Dec 2014 - 2 Jan 2015 1145 1388
altstadt radisson blu
Standard: 29 Dec 2014 - 2 Jan 2015
1774 2394
option 2 24 Dec Arrive Salzburg by your own arrangements. Welcome drink at the hotel bar. Christmas Eve dinner, either at the hotel or at the Stieglbrau Restaurant (excluding drinks).
25 Dec Full day Alpine Glacier Excursion and Sleigh Ride.
26 Dec Post-Christmas concert commencing at 3pm performed either at Mirabell Palace or Salzburg Fortress (return cable-car tickets included when the performance is at the Fortress).
27 DecA sweet souvenir of Salzburg per booking, will be offered on departure.
option 1 23 Dec Arrive Salzburg by your own arrangements. Welcome drink at the hotel bar.
2 4 D e c Chr i s tmas Conce r t commencing at 3p.m. performed either at Mirabell Palace or Salzburg Fortress (return cable-car tickets included when the performance is at the Fortress). Christmas Eve dinner, either at the hotel or at the Stieglbrau Restaurant (excluding drinks).
25 Dec Full day Alpine Glacier Excursion and Sleigh Ride.
26 DecA sweet souvenir of Salzburg per booking, will be offered on departure.
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The Christmas carol “Silent Night, Holy Night!” was heard for the first time on Christmas Eve in 1818 in the St. Nikolaus Parish Church.
Following the damaging floods of the 1890’s, St. Nikolaus’ church was demolished and the Silent Night Memorial Chapel was built on the site and consecrated on August 15, 1937.
Every year on December 24th at 5:00 p.m., a memorial service in honour of the creators of the Silent Night carol takes place in front of the Silent Night Memorial Chapel.
silent night - holy night tour24 December 3p.m. - 7p.m.
Deer-feeding, © Fuschlsee Tourismus GMBH
Hintersee © Fuschlsee Tourismus GMBH
Silent Night Memorial Chapel © Salzburg Tourism
salzburg Winter experienCes
A full day excursion takes you along the Salzach River valley past many of Austria’s ski resorts. Near Schladming, location of the 1982 Ski World Championships, we ascend up to the ‘Steirische Ramsau’ 1000m above sea level at the base of one of the alpine glacier massives - the Dachstein.
In the village there is time for a stroll in the frosty fresh air and lunch (at your own expense) in one of the local inns. Your guide will inform you of the possibilities. Then you’ll hear the jingling bells on the reigns as the sleighs line up across the field and your winter sleigh-ride begins!
A stop for refreshments is made along the way (at your own expense) where the horses rest and you have the possibility to try some Austrian specialities. Hopefully, it will be a day that you will remember long afterwards! Excursion destination may be altered due to snow conditions.
prices includes:• Private 8-seater minibus or
4-seater Mercedes limousine E-class transfer
• Private driver-guide• Hotel pick-up and drop-off• Service charges, taxes & VAT
note: Warm clothing, gloves and warm shoes are essential for this tour.
Let us take you to the romantic village of Hintersee (25km from Salzburg). Here wild deer (approx. 100 – 150) come down to this point especially to be fed during the winter months (daily at 3 pm – if there is snow).
Here you can participate in and watch the local deer being fed. Then snuggle up in a local inn for a warming drink. Afterwards, there will be the extra opportunity to visit the village Puppet Museum before returning to Salzburg.
horse-draWn sleigh rideprivate tour (3 hours) & regular tour (8 hours)
deer-Feedingregular tour (5 hours)
regular tour price includes:• Hotel pick-up and drop-off• Sleigh ride• Service charges, taxes & VAT
note: Warm clothing, gloves and warm shoes are essential for this tour.
Left: Deer feeding in Hintersee ©Salzburg Tourism; Right: Horse-drawn sleigh ride © Fuschlsee Tourismus GMBH
Thousands of people from around the world attend the ceremony and finish by singing “Silent Night” in their own language. A tour-guide will escort you by bus through the foothills of the alps, along the Salzach River valley to Oberndorf where you can participate in this touching Christmas celebration.
silent night - holy night adult child
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Duration: approx. 4 hours
Deer-Feeding Regular tour -1-8 pax
per departure*
Price From 698
Duration: 5hrs; *Price based on per departure. Price excludes deer feeding, warming drink and €10 per person entry to the Puppet Museum.
horse-drawn sleigh ride Price From
regular tour adult child*
Duration: Approx. 8 hours 148 100
Valid: 25, 26, 27, 28 & 31 Dec 2014
private tour adult child*
Duration: 4 hours - Prices on application
Valid: 1 Dec 2014 – 31 Mar 15, Child: 6-11yrs
Ask our reservations team for private tour details.
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There is no more relaxing way to enjoy the magnificent scenery of the Swiss Alps than on a rail tour! The Swiss railway system includes some of the most impressive engineering in the world travelling through valleys and mountain passes and past beautiful lakes and villages. Choose from our range of Switzerland Rail Holidays to find what suits you. There are many options available and we can tailor your Swiss rail journey to suit you.
Day 1 | interlakenArrival in Interlaken by 1st class train from Swiss border or international airport rail station. Overnight in Interlaken.
Day 2 | excursion to JungfraujochExcursion to the Jungfraujoch – Top of Europe. From Interlaken Ost the train takes you via Lauterbrunnen (change of trains) and Wengen to the Kleine Scheidegg, at the foot of the famous Eiger North Wall. Then by Jungfrau Railway to the Jungfraujoch – at 3454m the highest railway station in Europe. Enjoy breathtaking views of the Aletsch Glacier, the longest glacier in the Alps. Overnight in Interlaken. (B)
Day 3 | Depart switzerlandReturn to Swiss border or international airport rail station or alternatively continue your stay in Switzerland. (B)
price includes:• Swiss Card with 2 first-class rail
transfers (from/to Swiss border or airport rail station)
• 2 nights accommodation in Interlaken in a room with private facilities and breakfast daily
• Excursion to the Jungfraujoch in 2nd class (1st-class not available)
• Service charges, taxes and VAT
Does not include• Train seat reservations
interlaken - JungfraujochPrices from:
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1 Jul 14 - 31 Mar 15 729 825 838 927 927 1004
additional nights
Interlaken 130 178 187 232 229 267
Child & Seniors rates on application. Excludes Christmas and New Year Periods.
Valid from 01 July 2014 to 31 March 2015 RTSP26
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Day 4 | excursion to Glacier 3000Board the train to Zweisimmen and change to the MOB train to the noble city of Gstaad. Take the postal bus to Col du Pillon (Glacier 3000) where you board the panoramic cable-car which takes you to the eternal snow at 3000 metres in just 15 minutes! From the mountain top station you have access to all the glacier adventures. Experience the countryside with optional add-ons such as a dog-sled ride, a tour with the snow bus, a spectacular hike along a well-marked trail or enjoy stunning views of the most famous alpine peaks – Jungfrau, Matterhorn and Mont Blanc! Overnight in Interlaken. (B)
Day | 5 excursion to Jungfraujoch Depart Interlaken for Jungfraujoch - the highest train station in Europe (Top of Europe). See impressive views of snow-capped peaks and the Aletsch Glacier, which extends for 22 km and is the longest glacier in the Alps. Overnight in Interlaken. (B)
Day 6 | Depart interlakenDepart Interlaken by train for Swiss border or international airport rail station or alternatively continue your stay in Switzerland. (B)
price includes:• Swiss Card 3 White Peaks with
6 first-class rail transfers (from/to Swiss border or airport rail station) including excursions to Mt. Titlis with Ice Flyer and chairlift, Glacier 3000 and Jungfraujoch
• Seat reservation on the Brünig Express from Lucerne to Interlaken
• 2 nights Lucerne, 3 nights Interlaken in a room with private facilities and breakfast daily
• Any additional tickets for optional excursions to travel by rail, boat,postal-coaches and cable-cars can be purchased at 25–50% of the regular fares
• Service charges, taxes and VAT
Does not include• Train seat reservations unless
otherwise stated
RTSP15
Day 1 | arrive lucerneArrival in Lucerne by first-class train from Swiss border or international airport rail station. A stunning setting, world-famous sights, modern architecture, endowed museums and much more make Lucerne a thrilling city to visit! Overnight in Lucerne.
Day 2 | excursion to mt. titlisTrain trip to Engelberg, going to the top in the world's first revolving gondola called Rotair, is like being an eagle, exploring the landscape of the glacier world! Titlis Rotair offers various attractions such as riding the Ice Flyer chairlift over glacier crevasses, having fun while snow tubing at the Titlis Glacier Park. Overnight in Lucerne. (B)
Day 3 | lucerne to interlakenTrain journey over the Brünig Pass to Interlaken situated at the foot the famous trio of peaks, the Eiger, the Mönch and the Jungfrau. Overnight in Interlaken. (B)
3 White peaksPrices from:
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additional nights
Lucerne 134 184 191 235 191 235
Interlaken 130 178 184 229 229 267
*Mix 4/5-star = 5-star-hotel Lindner Grand Hotel Beau Rivage in Interlaken and 4-star-hotel in Lucerne
Child and Senior rates on application. Excludes Christmas and New Year Periods.
Valid from 1 July to 7 Oct 2014, 25 Oct to 4 Nov 2014 & 16 Nov 2014 to 31 March 2015
Group in front of the Kapellbrücke, Lucerne
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Located close to the City Centre, 60km from the Zurich Airport, just a few metres from the station. 80 rooms, all with private facilities, tea & coffee making facilities, phone, TV and alarm clock.
Hotel located in the picturesque Old Town. Individually-decorated rooms with a traditional feel, linked with modern comfort, combine with the outstanding cuisine of its restaurants to create a home-away-from-home atmosphere.
Winter in lucerne at the Wilden mannPrices from:
Superior Room
*1 Nov 2014 - 31 Mar 2015 632 876
*Superior room for single use
additional nights on application from 1 Nov 2014- 30 April 2015
price includes:• 2 nights accommodation at
4-star Hotel Wilden Mann in a superior room with private facilities, including breakfast daily
• Pre-dinner welcome drink• One 3-course dinner with starter,
main course and dessert plus glass of house wine per person served at the hotel’s restaurant
• Rigi Round trip excursion − Boat Cruise from
Lucerne to Vitznau − Cogwheel railway from
Vitznau to Mt Rigi-Kulm − Aerial cable car from
Rigi-Kaltbad to Weggis − Return trip from
Weggis to Lucerne• Service charges, taxes and VAT
Hotel Wilden Mann, Restaurant
Hotel Wilden Mann, Exterior
Hotel Waldstätterhof, Above: Room; Below left: Lobby; Below right: Exterior
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Hotel Wilden Mann, Superior Room
Winter in luCerne at the WaldstätterhoF4 Days / 3 nights
Winter in luCerne at the Wilden mann3 Days / 2 nights
Lucerne Water Bridge © STS swiss-image.ch
Hotel Waldstätterhof, Standard Room Hotel Wilden Mann, Standard Room
Hotel Waldstätterhof, Exterior
Lucerne – one of the loveliest cities in Switzerland!
It is the storybook image of a Swiss town, abounding in cobblestoned streets,
historic spires and turrets, covered bridges, frescoed houses and fountains.
A visit to Mt. Titlis, Mt. Pilatus or Mt Rigi is also highly-recommended!
Winter in lucerne at the Waldstätterhof Prices from:
Superior Room Junior Suite
1 Nov - 23 Dec 14 263 343 247 311 439 279
additional nights on application. Package excludes dates 24, 25 & 31 December 2014
Child policy, when sharing with two adults: 0-5yrs: free of charge; 6-11yrs: 50% off adult rate; 12-15yrs: 30% off adult rate.
price includes:• 2 nights accommodation at
3-star Hotel Waldstätterhof in a superior room with private facilities and breakfast daily
• Fruit plate delivered to your room on arrival
• One 3-course dinner (excludes beverages) served at the hotel’s restaurant, per person
• Tea & coffee making facilities• Service charges, taxes and VAT
This package is not to be used in conjunction with any other offer.
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Day 2 | leipzig – meissen – DresdenContinue to Meissen and visit one of Germany’s o ldest porcela in manufacturers. Continue on 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 “Striezelmarkt” Christmas Market. 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 of 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)
Frankfurt Christmas Market
Frankfurt Christmas Market
Day 1 | Frankfurt – eisenach – 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 will find one of the Germany’s 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.
Christmas delight4 Days - 3 nights - Departs Frankfurt - escorted coach tour
price includes:• Coach transportation
as per itinerary• 3 nights at selected First-Class
and Superior Tourist-Class hotels, in a room with private facilities and breakfast daily. Hotels listed are subject to change.
• Welcome Snack, Leipzig Christmas Market (local speciality)
• Farewell Dinner in Plauen• Entrance fees, tickets and
other services at: − Wartburg Castle, Eisenach − Porcelain Manufactory, Meissen
• Professional bilingual English/Spanish speaking tour guide throughout the tour
• Baggage handling (1 piece per person)
• Service charges and taxes
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Day 4 | plauen – bamberg – Frankfurt This morning travel through Franconian forest to the city of Bamberg which has an Old Town, and is a declared UNESCO World Heritage Site. See the Cathedral and the former Benedictine Abbey of Michaelsberg. Walk through the pedestrian-zone around the Cathedral where the Bamberg Christmas Market is located. Travel through the hills of Franconia reaching Frankfurt in the late afternoon. (B)
Handmade decorations at the Christmas Markets
christmas Delight 4 days / 3 nights - Prices from
Depart Frankfurt 782 968 707
Senior (60+) 756 943 683
Departs Frankfurt on Wed/Sun: 3 Dec and 7 Dec 2014
Please note, departure and arrival times/places are subject to change. Due to possible changes during the year, all departure dates/places will be stated on our confirmation. During fair periods a supplement may be charged with regard to accommodation or a suitable alternative may be chosen in the surrounding region. Prices are per person in Australian Dollars and are subject to currency fluctuation.
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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.
Dresden Christmas Market
Augsburg Christmas Market © Bayern
GermanY is one of the most stable and progressive countries in the world, boasting the largest national economy in the European Union! It also happens to be a country that is home to an wealth of cultural riches, a famous beer and wine industry and 27 UNESCO World Heritage Sites. There are a wealth of prime German tourist destinations as well, including several themed tourist routes that take in the country’s countryside, and which feature notable cultural assets such as Germany’s wine routes, its historic castles, its Black Forest and more!
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Left-to-right: Munich Christmas Market; Rothenburg Christmas Market © Bayern
Black Forest Christmas Market
Festive Christmas markets7 Days - 6 nights - Departs Frankfurt - escorted coach tour
Christmas Fantasy11 Days - 10 nightsDeparts Frankfurt
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christmas Fantasy11 Days / 10 Nights Prices from
Depart Frankfurt 2202 2761 2086
Senior (60+) 2124 2684 2008
Departs Frankfurt on Sundays: 30 Nov and 7 Dec 2014
price includes:• Coach transportation
as per itinerary• 6 nights at selected First-Class
and Superior Tourist-Class hotels, in a 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 Castle, Nuremberg, − Residence, Würzburg
• Professional bilingual English/Spanish-speaking tour guide throughout the tour
• Baggage handling (1 piece per person)
• Service charges and taxes
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 Delight Tour with an additional night in Frankfurt between tours to enjoy a real Christmas fantasy!
Day 1 to 7 |On tour Festive Christmas Markets» Frankfurt » Black Forest » Füssen » Munich » Salzburg » Munich» Rothenburg » Nuremberg » Würzburg » Frankfurt
Day 7 | FrankfurtOvernight in Frankfurt
Day 8 to 11 | On tour Christmas Delight» Frankfurt » Eisenach » Leipzig » Meissen » Dresden » Annaberg » Schneeberg » Plauen » Bamberg » Frankfurt
price includes:• Coach transportation
as per itinerary• 10 nights accommodation in
selected First-Class and Superior Tourist-Class hotels in a room with private facilities either with bath or shower and breakfast daily
• Dinner in the Black Forest region• Dinner in Nuremburg• Farewell Dinner in Plauen• Welcome Snack, Leipzig
Christmas Market (local speciality)• Entrance fees, tickets and
other services: − Neuschwanstein Castle − Jakobskirche, Rothenburg − Deep Well & Tower at
Kaiserburg Castle, Nuremberg, − Residence, Würzburg − Wartburg Castle, Eisenach − Porcelain Manufactory, Meissen
• Professional English speaking tour guide throughout the tour
• Baggage handling (1 piece per person)
• Service charges and taxes
Festive christmas markets 7 days / 6 nights - Prices from
Depart Frankfurt 1429 1779 1355
Senior (60+) 1390 1739 1325
Departs Frankfurt on Sundays: 30 Nov and 7 Dec 2014
Please note, departure and arrival times/places are subject to change. Due to possible changes during the year, all departure dates/places will be stated on our confirmation. During fair periods a supplement may be charged with regard to accommodation or a suitable alternative may be chosen in the surrounding region. Prices are per person in Australian Dollars and are subject to currency fluctuation.
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the Crowne Plaza Berlin Hotel in a room with private facilities
• Breakfast daily• ½ day sightseeing tour to Potsdam
(excludes entrance fees#)• Service charges and taxes
experienCe berlin With CroWne plaza3 Days - 2 nights - city package
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# Does not include entrance to Potsdam’s Palaces. Must be paid locally.
berlinFor most of the latter part of the 20th century, Berlin has stood as a symbol of the division between East and West, split by the infamous fortified wall erected to separate the socialist sector from the democratic district. When the Berlin Wall was pulled down in 1990 the city discovered that it suddenly had two of everything, most notably two very distinct societies separated both socially and economically. The past decade has seen Berlin embracing unification and rebuilding itself as a modern European capital.
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Palace Tour operates between 10:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m.concert 8:00 p.m. Admission 8:30 p.m. Concert commences 10:15 p.m. Concert ends (approx. time)
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palaCe tour, dinner and ConCert - royal Compositions
The tour takes you to the chambers of Charlottenburg Palace. Prior to the concert, you will enjoy an three-course dinner at the Orangery. The dinner is followed by a concert performed by the Berlin Palace Orchestra. Collect your tickets at the Small Orangery office between 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. (You may commence your palace tour any time between 10:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m.) .
6:30 pm Dinner at the west wing ofthe Grand Orangery 8:00 pm Admission into concert wing 8:30 pm Concert commences 10:15 pm Concert ends (approx. time)
Prices from Vip a b cFrederick’s arts - palace tour & concert1 Jul - 21 Dec 2014 167 122 99 74prussian night - Dinner & concert1 Jul - 21 Dec 2014 211 167 145 119royal composition - palace tour, Dinner & concert1 Jul - 21 Dec 2014 232 187 165 139
Beverages are not included with the dinner. Cloakroom charges are ¤1 per item. Programs are ¤5 each. *Contact our reservation team for complete concert dates.Concert Packages also available for Christmas & New Year’s Eve, on application.
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cHarlottenburg palace is the largest residence of the Hohenzollern Dynasty in Berlin. This magnificent palace is surrounded by a baroque garden, in which diverse architectures melt into a unique ensemble!
The Berliner Residenz Orchestra plays famous Baroque-era works by candlelight, with musicians in period costumes - a unique opportunity to understand what it was like to attend a party in the 18th century. Guests can combine the concert with a tour of Charlottenburg Castle with dinner, amongst hundreds of lit candles.
crowne plaza berlin This 4-star hotel is a 2-minute walk from the Kurfürstendamm shopping street. It offers 423 rooms each with flat-screen TV, tea/coffee facilities and a safety deposit box. Guests can use the hotel’s wellness facilities, including a modern gym, sauna and massage service. The hotel is a 5-minute walk from the KaDeWe Department Store, Kaiser Wilhelm Memorial Church, and Wittenbergplatz Underground Station.
Crowne Plaza Berlin Hotel: exteriorBrandenburg Gate in Winter
Christmas Market on Alexanderplatz, Berlin ©VisitBerlin
Left-to-right: Christmas Markets at Alexanterplatz, Berlin Opera house ©GNTB
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the First-Class Hotel Eisenhut in a room with private facilities and breakfast daily
• Welcome-drink served in the afternoon at the hotel bar
• One 3-course dinner, with a bottle of mineral water, served at the hotel’s restaurant
• Festive Christmas Dinner served at the hotel’s restaurant
• Entry ticket to the Christmas Museum
• The Night Watchman guided walking tour
• Service charges and taxes
christmas in rothenburgPrices fromValid 23-25 Dec 2014 & 24-26 Dec 2014
Standard Room 470 505 465
Tauber Valley View Room 534 635 509
price includes• 2 nights accommodation
at the First-Class Hotel Eisenhut in room with private facilities, and breakfast daily
• Welcome-drink served in the afternoon at the hotel bar
• 3-course dinner, with a bottle of mineral water, served at the hotel’s restaurant
• Festive New Year Dinner, served at the hotel’s restaurant
• Entry ticket to the Christmas Museum
• The Night Watchman guided walking tour
• Service charges and taxes
Käthe Wohlfahrt christmas Village & museum The world-famous Christmas Village of Käthe Wohlfahrt was opened in Rothenburg ob der Tauber in 1981. Experience the historic journey of the Christmas festival and discover of how decorations have evolved over the years. You will find Christmas tree decorations, cribs, Christmas pyramids from the workshops of the Erzgebirge, figurines and candleholders and incense burners.
new Year in rothenburgPrices from Valid 30 Dec 2014 - 1 Jan 2015 or 31 Dec 2014 - 2 Jan 2015
Standard Room 617 663 612
Tauber Valley View Room 658 784 653
Left-to-right: Window Shopping in Rothenburg; Christmas Market at the Town Hall, Rothenburg ©GNTB
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Käthe Wohlfahrt Christmas Village ©HOL
Käthe Wohlfahrt Christmas Village © Käthe WohlfahrtChristmas Museum © Käthe Wohlfahrt Christmas Museum © Käthe Wohlfahrt
Hotel Eisenhut: Exterior
Hotel Eisenhut: Entrance in Winter
Hotel Eisenhut: Lobby
rotHenburgRothenburg ob der Tauber (o.d.T) is the dream town for all romantics. This old Imperial Free City, its walled fortifications towering over the Tauber Valley, is the epitome of urban and rural harmony. To take a walk through this small place with its timeless feel is to come face to face with vanished centuries. Its proud Town Hall, the soaring towers and stout walls, the churches and patrician houses offer insight into its medieval history and is considered a symbol of the German Middle Ages.
hotel eisenhut Feel at-home in a hotel where hospitality is living history, yet enjoy the modern comforts of an international hotel. Dine in the ambience of past centuries where the culinary arts have been fostered by tradition and presented at your table for your enjoyment. Re-live the memories of an ancient lifestyle and relax in a natural and inviting environment. Each room is unique in size and decor.
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day tours From londonDiscover london with these day tours
Winter in london at 44 Curzon streetlondon city apartments
Winter in london at no. 1 the mansionslondon city apartments
united kingdom
londonengland’s historic capital has been the centre of the british empire for generations, and is imbued with a sense of history. modern london has retained its ancient heritage and is wonderful for exploring the origins of Western culture. traditional attractions amaze and astound even today!
Jack the ripper - evening tour
Leeds CastLe, Canterbury & dover
City of London Afternoon tour
Windsor Castle, stonehenge & roman Baths
Windsor castleBuilt high above the River Thames, Windsor Castle has been home to the Royal Family for 900 years and is still an Official Residence of the Queen. We visit the magnificent State Apartments*, still used for State occasions and Royal receptions. Take some time to explore the castle grounds and the fourteenth-century St. George's Chapel, one of the most beautiful examples of medieval church architecture in England and a burial place of kings and queens, including Henry VIII and his third wife Jane Seymour.
stonehengeClouded in mystery, the ancient stone circle of Stonehenge is an amazing feat of engineering and the most-important prehistoric site in England, but beyond its archaeological significance and possible astronomical role, Stonehenge is also a place of spiritual importance.
bathWe also visit the beautiful Georgian City of Bath and take you on a panoramic tour of some of the finest architectural sights in Europe, including Bath Abbey, the Royal Crescent, the Circus, the Assembly Rooms and the famous Pulteney Bridge. Explore the Roman Baths, built around thermal springs, which have been supplying water for over 2,000 years. Return to London at approx 8.00 pm
Admission to Windsor Castle, Stonehenge and the Roman Baths is included in the tour price.
Windsor castle, stonehenge & roman baths T21Prices from:
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Duration: Full Day 160
Departs 7:50 a m. daily except 24-26 Dec 2014*Viewing at Windsor Castle is restricted on Sundays.
leeds castle, canterbury & Dover T22Prices from:
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Duration: Full Day 151
Departs 8:45 a.m. Tue-Sat except 24-26 Dec 2014
city of london afternoon tour T2 Prices from:
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Duration: 4½ Hours 95
Departs daily 1:00p.m. except 16, 24-26 Dec 2014 & 1 Jan 2015
Jack the ripper - evening tour T5Prices from:
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Duration: 3 hours 58
Departs 7:15 p.m. Sun only (1 Oct 2014 to 31 Mar 2015)
st paul’s cathedralA guided tour of Sir Christopher Wren’s masterpiece - St Paul’s Cathedral - crowned by the magnificent dome that is so much a part of the London sky.
the tower of london, crown Jewels and thames river cruiseFounded by William the Conqueror in 1066-7 and enlarged by successive sovereigns, the Tower of London is one of the world’s most-famous and spectacular fortresses. Over the past century it has been a Royal Palace, an armoury and a place of imprisonment and execution. The Beefeaters who guard the Tower will regale you with stories of its past. You have the choice to take the River Cruise and end your tour at Westminster Pier, or take the cruise on another day and return with your guide back to Victoria Station. Tour concludes at approx 5.30 pm
44 curzon street
44 Curzon Street offers a wide selection of serviced apartments designed to
provide comfort, privacy and excellent value for money. Whether you
are travelling on business or leisure our aim is to provide you with the
feeling that you have your very own home in the heart of London!
no.1 the mansions
No.1 The Mansions is an elegant property built at the end of the nineteenth
century, offering a superb selection of extremely comfortable apartments. They
provide a high standard of accommodation with each spacious apartment
individually designed and decorated, with different layouts to suit varied needs.
Studioprices From $171 per studio per night,
low season, twin share
Studioprices From $127 per studio per night,
low season, twin share
2 bedroom apartmentprices From $276 per apartment per night,
low season, twin share
1 bedroom apartmentprices From $233 per apartment per night,
low season, twin share
1 bedroom apartmentprices From $189 per apartment per night,
low season, twin share
Left-to-right: London Eye and Big Ben Clock Tower; Trafalgar Square during the festive season © Visit Britain
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illuminations oF parisDiscover the delight and magic of Paris by night! See the illuminated monuments in the districts of Concorde Square, Champs-Elysées, Trocadero, Eiffel Tower, Pyramid of the Louvre, Notre- Dameparis by night IP adult child
Duration: 2 hours 53 46
Winter: Departs daily 7:00 p m except 31 Dec 2014,
dinner eiFFel toWer, Cruise & moulin rouge
Dinner at the 58 Tour Eiffel Restaurant (3-course meal & beverages included), located on the first floor of the Eiffel Tower. Dinner is followed by a relaxing scenic Seine River cruise to see the monuments and bridges of Paris. At the end of the evening, the Moulin Rouge fabulous show FÉERIE (2nd Show), with its famous French Can-Can. Dinner cruise DECM adult child
Duration: 6 hours 471 471
Departs daily 6:15 p m. (1 Jul 2014 - 31 Mar 2015), except special events. Additional departures on request. Price includes one glass of champagne per person at the Moulin Rouge
grand louvre Walking tourThe walking tour begins with a stroll through the public area of the Louvre Museum. The visit continues inside the museum where you will see areas such as the Medieval Fortress, the Modern Pyramid, the Egyptian Department. With your guide you will discover several collections ranging from the Ancient Greek statuary to Romantic French paintings. Among the museum’s most famous works are Leonardo da Vinci’s Mona Lisa and the Venus de Milo.Grand louvre Walking tour GL
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Duration: 2½ hours 104 63
Mon, Fri, Sat & Sun at 9.30 a.m. except on the 1st Sunday of the month 25 Dec 2014 & 1 Jan 2015. Additional departures: 26 & 27 Dec 2014: 2:15 p m. 28 Dec 2014: 6:30 p.m.
montmartre & the louvreMontmartre is where numerous artists (Van Gogh, Renoir, Picasso) settled with their families to enjoy the simple country life. Enjoy a guided walking tour of the village and Place du Tertre, and visit the Sacred Heart Basilica (unguided). Spend over an hour on a guided tour of the Louvre, where amongst the many works of art you will see the Venus de Milo, the Winged Victory and Da Vinci’s Mona Lisa.montmarte & the louvre ML
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Duration: 4½ hours 142 85
(1 Jul 2014 - 31 Mar 2015) Departs: Mon, Wed & Fri 2:00 p.m. except special events. Please note: On Mondays the Louvre tour is completed before travelling to Montmartre. Wed & Fri are possible to stay longer at the Louvre.
day tours From parisDiscover paris with these day tours
versailles apartmentsVersailles represents the grandeur of classical French architecture. The extravagant decoration of the entire site reflects the will of King Louis XIV. The tour includes a guided visit to the reception area of the beautifully decorated State Apartments (Hall of Mirrors and Queen’s Apartments) with free time to stroll around the palace in the French gardens (entrance fees are included).
Versailles apartments VA adult child
Duration: 4 hours 132 71
Departs 2:00 p.m. Daily except Mon, (1 Jul 2014 - 31 Mar 2015)1st Sunday of the month, 25 Dec 2014 & 1 Jan 2015
Winter in paris at the viCtoria palaCe 3 Days / 2 nights - paris city package
Winter in paris at Citadines prestige 3 Days / 2 nights - paris apartment package
price includes• 2 nights accommodation at the
5-star Victoria Palace Hotel in room with private facilities and breakfast daily
• Cruise & Illuminations Tour* (4 hours) − One-hour cruise on the Seine,
ticket included − Tour the city in a coach with
recorded commentary and individual headphones
• Service charges and taxes
price includes• 2 nights accommodation at the
4-star Citadines Prestige Saint-Germain-des-Pres Apart’hotel in room with private facilities
• Cruise & Illuminations Tour* (4 hours) − One-hour cruise on the Seine,
ticket included − Tour the city in a coach with
recorded commentary and individual headphones
• Service charges and taxes
Winter in paris at the Victoria palace 3 days / 2 nights - Prices from
1 Nov - 27 Dec 2014, 2 Jan - 31 Mar 2015
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* Tour excludes 24 & 31 Dec 2014
Winter in paris at citadines prestige saint-Germain-des-pres3 days / 2 nights - Prices from
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* Tour excludes 24 & 31 Dec 2014
Prices are per person in a Premier Studio.
Tour departs at 7:00 p.m.
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Exterior, Victoria Palace
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Apartment, Citadines Prestige Saint-Germain-des-Pres
Apartment, Citadines Prestige Saint-Germain-des-Pres
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.
citadines prestige saint-Germain-des-pres parisLocated in the heart of Paris in one of its most-attractive districts, this Apart’hotel sits on the banks of the Seine opposite the Pont-Neuf. This establishment offers 204 fully-furnished apartments. Rooms feature private facilities with hairdryer, a fully-equipped separate kitchen area with stove, microwave/grill, dishwasher and fridge, TV with satellite channels, safe deposit box and direct-line phone.
francep a r i sis one of the most-fascinating cities in europe! known as the ‘city of light’, the beauty of paris is overwhelming and its architectural and artistic heritage combine to make any visit an unforgettable experience!
Left-to-right: Louvre museum at night, Paris at night, Parisian Christmas Markets © Paris Tourism
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vatiCan tourThe Vatican is one of the most interesting and beautiful sites in the world. The guide will take you to some of its major attractions, as well as to some lesser known areas, and give you a broad base for understanding the history, architecture, and politics of the Vatican.Vatican tour Price from adult
Duration: 3 hours 60
Departs daily except Sundays at 9:00 a.m. 11:00 a m. & 1:00 p.m. (3 Nov 2014 - 31 Mar 2015 except 24-26 Dec, 31 Dec 2014 - 1 Jan 2015)
trianon borgo pio prices From
Studio 189
1 Bedroom Apartment 346
2 Bedroom Apartment 408
Prices are per apartment per night, low season.
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1 Bedroom Apartment 198
Prices are per apartment per night, low season.
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budapestis divided in two by the majestic danube river. buda is the centre of culture and the coffee-house society of the city, while pest houses the business and shopping districts. a cosmopolitan capital with a long rich and fascinating history!
budapest grand CityCommence from the Chain Bridge. Drive over Margaret Bridge to Buda where a stop introduces (on foot) the Castle District area. Highlights of the walking tour include: Matthias Church and the Fishermen’s Bastion, Gellért Hill. Drive across Elisabeth Bridge to Pest. Visit the Central Market Hall, followed by the largest Synagogue in Europe and the City Park. Drive past Europe’s largest thermal spa, the Budapest Zoo and stop at the Heroes’ Square. Continue to downtown Pest, pass the Opera House and St Stephen’s Basilica. Visit the neo-gothic House of Parliament (guided tour included). The tour ends in the city centre. budapest Grand city T1 adult child
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Duration: 4½ hours; Departs 10:00 a.m. Wed-SunWinter: 1 Nov 2014 - 31 Mar 2015
Winter in budapestapartment & Day tour
Parliament House at night, BudapestCharles Bridge, Prague
Colosseum, Rome
Winter in pragueapartment & Day tour
Winter in romeapartment & Day tour
prague grand City tourDuring the tour you will be given information about Golden Prague’s historic monuments - the State Opera, the National Museum, Wenceslas Square, the Charles Square & Prague Castle. Take a walk around the Castle Courtyards where you will see St. Vitus Cathedral. The bus will take you across the Vltava River to the Old Town, St. Nicholas Church, the Týn Cathedral and the Old Town Hall with its astronomical clock (Horloge) and apostles. Tour ends in the city centre.
prague Grand city T1 adult child
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Duration: 3½ hours, Departs daily 9:30 a.m. & 2 p m.1 Nov 2014 - 14 Apr 2015.
prague is a city known for its ‘thousand spires’, its medieval old town, the famous charles bridge, Hradcany castle with its superb views of the town, and its many breweries. a city of immense beauty and diversity – one visit will not suffice!
the eternal city of rome opens for the visitor as a living museum. rome is one of world’s most photogenic cities - not surprising when you remember what’s here - the Vatican, the trevi fountain, st peter’s square, spanish steps and the colosseum. Whether you spend your time sightseeing, or enjoy a coffee in one ot the many cafés, it will be your own roman Holiday.
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Surrounded by parks and gardens, only a short walk to central Prague offering 30 modern apartments featuring fully equipped kitchenettes, a DVD player, a Hi-fi system and free Wi-Fi.
Located on a quiet street between Castel Sant’Angelo and the Vatican City, the Aparthotel offers 45 spacious self-catering apartments with modern furnishings, a fully equipped kitchen, satellite TV, and a private bathroom.
Located in the historic heart of the city and just a short walk from the Danube, this Apart’hotel combines style with comfort. 97 spacious, air-conditioned and fu l l y - ser v iced rooms and apartments with a kitchen/kitchenette.
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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 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.
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. 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.
7 late bookingsIf a booking request for all 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.
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, H king 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 Type61+ 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%
^ = Percentage of total gross value of tour booked.
11 cancellationsPoint-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
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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 officialHolidays 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 June 2014. 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.
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 & Canada, 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 (No. 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 has 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.
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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