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Independent& Private Chauffeur Vacations

Europe

flexible options, travel any day on more than 175 vacations

travel on your own, but never alone!

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Dear Traveler,

Europe is a continent of spellbinding beauty and endless variety. Her countries sparkle with a fusion of the modern world and the history of centuries past. She has timeless cities, grand architecture, striking monuments and delectable cuisine – it is no wonder we love to visit again and again! Your trip to Europe with Brendan Vacations will be filled with great fun, enriching experiences and cherished memories.

Because we know that no two travelers are alike, we offer a variety of travel styles for you to choose from. In this travel catalog, you will find our Independent and Private Chauffeur Vacations. Both of these styles provide independence along with the helpful hand of a local expert to assist you throughout your stay.

Independent Vacations include the essentials of travel – accommodations in your choice of hotel standard, rail or ferry transportation between cities, private airport/hotel transfers, sightseeing in each city and daily breakfast – all pre-booked before you leave home. Your vacation can include just two cities or as many as four, with options to add more. You choose how many nights you want in each city, where you want your vacation to start and end, even when you want to go – most Independent Vacations travel every day of the week! We’ve put together more than 35 exciting packages, including favorite cities such as Rome, Florence & Venice, Athens & Mykonos, Barcelona & Madrid, London & Paris and so many more. Once in Europe, you have the freedom to plan your days as you wish, with the assistance of local hosts. You may just want a recommendation for a romantic dinner, or you might suddenly remember a site you wanted to visit but forgot to include. No need to worry – your local hosts will make sure you don’t miss a thing! They are like your personal concierge – always just a phone call away. On Brendan’s Independent Vacations, you travel on your own, but never alone!

As the name implies, Private Chauffeur Vacations are the epitome of comfort, convenience and relaxation. You plan your itinerary with guidance from our Brendan Specialists. We have a wide selection of accommodations – from first class hotels to deluxe resorts to elegant castles and manors. You decide which sights and experiences you want included – we do the work putting it all together for you. Then, from the moment you arrive to the moment you depart, your private chauffeur is there for all of your needs. They will transfer you quickly and efficiently from/to the airport, drive you throughout your vacation – at the times you want – stopping where you want to stop along the way, make sure your luggage is delivered to your room, and handle every detail of your trip. All you have to do is sit back in your luxurious automobile and take in the scenery and sights. Truly the ultimate in travel.

When you are planning your vacation, you want to work with an expert, and that expert is Brendan. We have over 40 years

experience in planning the perfect vacation, and as you look through this travel catalog, know that we offer you worry-free arrangements, exceptional experiences, and service that is second to none, all from a company you can trust and depend on. We were founded on the grand Irish traditions of gracious hospitality, affability and an indomitable spirit, and we maintain these qualities today. Our travel experts will handle all aspects of your vacation and are devoted to making it everything you desire. This travel catalog is your guide to finding the vacation of your dreams.

Our only goal is to make your travels the most spectacular you’ve ever had, until your next trip with us. When you are ready to book, your travel agent will work seamlessly with Brendan Vacations to handle all of the details to ensure you an easy and hassle-free vacation experience of a lifetime.

welcome

Happy traveling!

nico zenner

President Brendan Vacations

ITALY, GREECE & CROATIA14 ROME & SORRENTO

5, 6 or 7 days 16 SICILY: PALERMO & TAORMINA

5, 6 or 7 days 18 ROME, FLORENCE & VENICE

7, 8 or 10 days 20 ROME & FLORENCE

5, 6 or 7 days 22 ROME & VENICE

5, 6 or 7 days 24 FLORENCE & VENICE

5, 6 or 7 days 26 OPTIONAL SIGHTSEEING

Italy 27 YOUR PERSONALLY SELECTEd

HOTELS Italy

28 ATHENS & MYKONOS 7, 8 or 9 days

30 ATHENS & SANTORINI 7, 8 or 9 days

32 ATHENS, MYKONOS & SANTORINI 8, 9 or 10 days

34 OPTIONAL SIGHTSEEING Greece

35 YOUR PERSONALLY SELECTEd HOTELS Greece

36 ZAGREB, SPLIT & dUBROVNIK 7, 8 or 10 days

38 dUBROVNIK, dALMATIAN COAST & ZAGREB 9 days

39 OPTIONAL SIGHTSEEING Croatia & Slovenia

40 YOUR PERSONALLY SELECTEd HOTELS Croatia

EUROPE

INdEPENdENT VACATIONSTravel on your own, but never alone!

Brendan Vacations is a division of the family-owned The Travel Corporation, and is renowned and trusted for its out standing quality, service, value, reliability and financial stability.

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Vacation Selections

4 Your Choice, Your Vacation Style – Independent Vacations6 Private Chauffeur Vacations8 Very Accommodating10 It’s about the People11 Travel Protection Plan130 Terms & Conditions

BEFORE YOU GOWESTERN EUROPE 42 LONdON & PARIS

5, 6, 7 or 8 days

44 LONdON & AMSTERdAM 5, 6 or 7 days

46 LONdON & BRUSSELS 5, 6 or 7 days

48 AMSTERdAM, PARIS & LONdON 7, 8 or 10 days

50 AMSTERdAM & BRUSSELS OR PARIS 5, 6 or 7 days

52 AMSTERdAM, BRUSSELS & PARIS 7, 8 or 10 days

54 dUBLIN & KILLARNEY 5, 6 or 7 days

56 dUBLIN & BELFAST 4 or 5 days

57 OPTIONAL SIGHTSEEING London, Paris, Brussels, Amsterdam, Dublin & Killarney

59 YOUR PERSONALLY SELECTEd HOTELS Great Britain & Western Europe

SPAIN 62 MAdRId, GRANAdA & SEVILLE

7, 8 or 10 days

64 BARCELONA & MAdRId 5, 6 or 7 days

66 BARCELONA & MAdRId PLUS TOLEdO 6 or 7 days

67 OPTIONAL SIGHTSEEING Spain

68 YOUR PERSONALLY SELECTEd HOTELS Spain

CENTRAL & EASTERN EUROPE 70 SWITZERLANd

7, 8 or 10 days

72 MUNICH, SALZBURG & VIENNA 7, 8 or 10 days

74 MUNICH & BERLIN OR PRAGUE 5, 6 or 7 days

76 PRAGUE & VIENNA 5, 6 or 7 days

78 VIENNA, PRAGUE & MUNICH 7, 8 or 10 days

80 BERLIN, PRAGUE & VIENNA 7, 8 or 10 days

82 BERLIN, PRAGUE & MUNICH 7, 8 or 10 days

84 BUdAPEST, PRAGUE & MUNICH 7, 8 or 10 days

86 PRAGUE, VIENNA & BUdAPEST 7, 8 or 10 days

88 PRAGUE & BUdAPEST 5, 6 or 7 days

90 WARSAW, KRAKOW & PRAGUE 7, 8 or 10 days

92 BERLIN, WARSAW & KRAKOW 7, 8 or 10 days

94 MOSCOW & ST. PETERSBURG 5, 6 or 7 days

96 OPTIONAL SIGHTSEEING Czech Republic, Austria, Hungary, Germany & Russia

98 YOUR PERSONALLY SELECTEd HOTELS Central & Eastern Europe

103 CITY BREAKS Athens, Rome, Venice, Florence, Madrid, Barcelona

104 CITY BREAKS London, Dublin, Amsterdam, Munich, Berlin, Paris, Vienna, Budapest, Prague,Tallinn

SAMPLE ITINERARIES108 IRISH CITIES, LANdSCAPES

& CASTLES

109 FAMILY AdVENTURE ON THE EMERALd ISLE

110 BONNIE SCOTLANd

111 ENGLANd PLUS EdINBURGH

113 NORMANdY & LOIRE VALLEY CHATEAUX

114 PROVENCE

115 ALSACE & BURGUNdY

116 HISTORIC BENELUX

118 TUSCANY & UMBRIA

119 FASCINATING SICILY

120 ICONIC ITALY

121 ITALY’S ENCHANTING LAKE dISTRICT

122 ANCIENT GREECE

123 CROATIA & SLOVENIA

125 GERMANY FOR CAR ENTHUSIASTS

126 GERMANY, AUSTRIA & SWITZERLANd

127 CZECH & AUSTRIAN TREASURES

128 SHORT BREAKS Normandy Beaches; The Chateaux of the Loire Valley; The Cotswolds, Bath & Stonehenge; The Scenic Amalfi Coast & Sorrento; Tuscan Treasures; Greece – In the Footsteps of the Gods

PRIVATE CHAUFFEUR VACATIONS

Traveling is a wonderful way to expand your horizons, experience new cultures and cuisines, and take a break from the stresses of everyday life. Many travelers like the group motorcoach vacation option. Others prefer to set out completely on their own. But what about the people who want a little of both – independence yet the security of knowing there’s someone there to guide and assist you if needed? Brendan has the answer.

INDEPENDENT VACATIONSFor those seeking a vacation that has all the essentials for travel taken care of before leaving the U.S. but who do not want to travel on a group tour, an Independent Vacation is just what you’re looking for. You travel with pre-confirmed accommodations, transportation between destinations, sightseeing and the assistance of a Brendan local host in each city, available to advise and help you in any way needed, 24/7. A perfect solution for travelers seeking just a little help from the experts while still setting off at their own pace.

YOUR CHOICE

Your Vacation Style

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Your vacation includes a variety of overnight stays, a choice of three hotel standards (Moderate, First Class and Premier – see page 9), private airport transfers, rail or ferry tickets and sightseeing options in some of Europe’s greatest cities. You decide how many nights you want to spend in the cities included in your chosen program and what standard of hotel suits your budget, then leave the rest to us. Brendan will make your hotel reservations, book your airport transfers and transportation between cities, and arrange a sightseeing or orientation tour for each of the main cities on your itinerary; all you have to do is relax and enjoy the sights and sounds, flavors and scents of each stop you make along the way.

And in each city in which you stay, you have the assistance of a Brendan local host. They will visit you at your hotel the day you arrive, and are available by phone any time during your stay to offer advice and answer questions. You might want to arrange for more sightseeing. Maybe you’d like a recommendation for a cozy restaurant or a lively pub.

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Shopping tips may be your desire. Whatever your need – your Brendan local host is there to help, 24/7! Your friendly hosts are a wonderful asset to your vacation experience.

Most of our itineraries include train transportation between cities. On the Premier hotel level, first class rail tickets are included. For First Class and Moderate levels, standard class rail tickets are the norm. If you prefer a first class ticket, upgrades are available at a low cost. For Greek islands itineraries, you’ll travel by ferry between Athens and the islands. If you wish, you can upgrade to flights. Prices for upgrades are shown on itinerary pages.

Private airport arrival and departure transfers are included for every Independent Vacation. This is a great savings in both time and money – there’s no waiting for a scheduled motorcoach transfer. For hotel and train or ferry transfers during your vacation, the hotels we’ve selected for you to choose from are all within easy reach of train stations and ferry ports – either walking or by a short taxi ride. If you prefer a private transfer, Brendan can arrange them at a low cost. Just ask your Brendan Specialist for details when you make your reservation.

Independent Vacations are a fun and leisurely way to “Travel Alone, But Never On Your Own...”

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PRIVATE CHAUFFEUR VACATIONSBrendan’s Private Chauffeur Vacations in Ireland and the UK have been so popular, we’re branching out to cover more of Europe! These exclusive trips offer the ultimate in vacation comfort – you choose the number of nights you want in each city, sightseeing, and hotel accommodations – whatever suits your interests and budget. Plus, you have a private chauffeur to read the maps and do the driving! On pages 108-127, you will find sample itineraries. You can take one of these or we will help you design your own unique itinerary. Then your private chauffeur will show you Europe your way – with helpful hints, insider tips and expert guidance all along the way.

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For travelers who want to add a short Private Chauffeur Vacation to a longer travel package, we offer a selection of 4-day excursions. Our offerings in this catalog are for France, England, Italy and Greece, but we can accommodate you in any of the countries featured in our Private Chauffeur collection. Again, the short itineraries you will find on pages 128-129 are suggestions. With the help of one of our Brendan Specialists you can create an itinerary around your interests, time frame, budget and desires.

With Private Chauffeur Vacations, it’s all up to you. Where do you want to go? Brendan can arrange these exclusive vacations in Ireland, Scotland, England, France, Italy including Sicily, Greece, Croatia, Slovenia, Germany, Switzerland, Benelux (Belgium, the Netherlands and Luxembourg), Prague and Austria. You might want to focus on one of these countries. Perhaps visit two or more. It’s your vacation, so dream big and let us make your dreams a reality! There are, of course, the main cities in each country. Often in these you don’t need a chauffeur, as reliable transportation is readily available. Sometimes having your private chauffeur as your guide makes your visit easier and more interesting.

But outside of the main cities, as you drive across the countryside, with your own private car and chauffeur you are free to really explore. See something that excites your imagination? Ask your private chauffeur to stop. Notice a town that looks interesting? Take a break there and find out more. Want to seize a photo opportunity, suddenly feel like grabbing a bite to eat or drive by a shop that you just don’t want to miss? Your time and schedule are yours, so have your private chauffeur park, and you’re off on a shopping spree!

TUSCAN COUNTRYSIDE

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There’s no better way to really immerse yourself in the true culture of your destination, and to get to know the country and her people more intimately.

How much time do you want to spend? Since you’re designing your own trip, it can be as long or as short as you want it to be. You can take a panoramic tour of a region or go in-depth. You can spend a week or more meandering through cities and towns or just a few days after a longer tour, focusing on an area of particular interest to you. The choice is yours – let your Brendan Specialist know what you want, and they will help you plan your perfect vacation.

What kind of hotels do you want to stay in? Deluxe 5-star properties including castles and manors – unique boutique accommoda tions – charming B&Bs – it’s all available, you just have to ask. A luxurious stay in a castle or manor may strike your fancy. Perhaps a hotel overlooking a racetrack or high in the Alps is more to your liking. Whatever you prefer, Brendan can do it. We have relationships with all varieties of properties, all with our guests in mind.

What kind of car do you want? Something small for two guests or larger vehicle to accommodate a group of extended family and friends. Brendan offers a wide range of transportation options – from economy to luxury, compact to minivans. You decide which will be the most comfortable for your travels.

What sightseeing and visits do you want included? A view from the outside of an attraction may be all you want. You may prefer to go inside and explore a site at length. In areas known for their culinary specialties, such as wine, olive oil or cheese, a tour and tasting might be the order of the day! Whatever you want included, we can organize it for you. And remember – your time is your own. If you want to make an unplanned stop as you travel, just tell your private chauffeur, and they will accommodate your requests.

Private Chauffeur Vacations are truly the Ultimate in Travel.

WHERE QUALITY & VALUE MEETAll of Brendan’s expertise comes with the knowledge you are getting the best value possible. With an ever-changing dollar, this is more important than ever. Plus, you are traveling with the peace of mind that comes from working with a strong and financially secure company.

So whether you travel on your own, with a partner, family or friends, you can be certain that a Brendan Vacation will guarantee you an unsurpassed travel experience.

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AccommodatingFor Private Chauffeur vaCations, Brendan’s suggested hotels are listed on each itinerary page. Our ratings are: Deluxe (DLX), Moderate Deluxe (MD), Superior First Class (SF) and First Class (F). But whatever the rating, you can be assured that your hotel will be comfortable and perfectly located. Your city hotel will be well-situated for sightseeing, dining and shopping. Hotels in the country have scenic locations. And each hotel is inspected to insure they meet our exacting standards before we recommend them to you. If you have a favorite hotel in any city you’ll be visiting, or if you want to stay in properties other than the ones we list, just ask your Brendan Specialist when you make your booking. We have contracts with thousands of hotels, so we’ll likely be able to book exactly what you want.

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BrenDan golD If you are looking for the epitome of comfort, class and style, Brendan Gold Independent or Private Chauffeur Vacations are the ones for you. All of our Private Chauffeur Vacations and a number of the hotels and resorts we feature on Independent Vacations are marked as Brendan Gold.

To find these hotels, just look for the [gold logo] logo on the “Your Personally Selected Hotels” pages. These properties are mostly rated 5 star or offer an exceptional experience that would be difficult to replicate anywhere else. The accommo da tions range from castles and manor houses to ultra-deluxe hotels and resorts. Whether you take a Private Chauffeur Vacation or choose an Independent one, you can rest assured that your Brendan Gold experience will be all you have dreamed of and more.

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angleterre hotel (premier),st. petersburg, russia

On our Independent VacatIons, our hotels are centrally located and convenient for shopping, dining and attractions. We offer four accommodation standards, Brendan Gold, Premier, First Class and Moderate. You choose the hotel class that best suits your needs and budget.

To help you decide, our rating system is:

LOGO Brendan Gold – An exceptional property offering the best in everything

HHHHH – HHHHH Premier – A deluxe property offering excellent service, facilities, guest rooms and amenities

HHHH First Class – A full service property with a wide range of facilities and comfortable rooms offering many amenities

HHH – HHHH Moderate – An economy to Moderate First Class property with basic room amenities and limited public rooms and facilities

amfora hvar grand beach resort (first class)hvar, croatia

astir thira (moderate)santorini, greece

grand hotel de la minerve (premier)rome, italy

From your Brendan local hosts to your private chauffeur to the friendly residents in big cities and little villages to your warm and welcoming hotel staff, the people you’ll meet on your Brendan Vacation will make your experience even more memorable.

BRENDAN LOCAL HOSTS

On Brendan’s Independent Vacations, you will have a new friend in each city you visit – someone who knows the “lay of the land” and can answer any questions you have. Your Brendan local host will drop by your hotel on the day you arrive, give you any additional information you’ll need, plus they’ll make sure you know how to reach them for the remainder of your stay. Whether you want a recommendation for a restaurant, suggestions for shopping or help arranging sightseeing, your local host knows it all. You can even ask for tips on little known sites and secrets of their hometowns. After your orien ta tion meeting, they’ll always be just a phone call away, 24/7!

PRIVATE CHAUFFEURS

The person who greets you at the airport or your hotel on the day your vacation starts, will become the friend you bid a fond, maybe even tearful, farewell to on the last day of your vacation. Your private chauffeur will be your guide, advisor, navigator

ONE OF THE mOST DELIgHTFUL PARTS OF ANy VACATION IS THE PEOPLE yOU mEET ALONg THE wAy

IT’S ABOUT THE

People

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and translator. You’ll see sights and visit spots known only to the locals that you would never find on your own. With your private chauffeur, your European travels will take on a new and wonderful dimension. Your vacation and your new friend will become treasured memories to be cherished for years to come.

EXPERIENCED gUIDES

Local guides, experts in viticulture, olive oil producers and other specialists will join you from time to time during your travels to enhance and intensify your experience. Sharing their specialized knowledge is a delight for them, and their in-depth and entertaining presentations are an added Brendan bonus.

mAkINg NEw FRIENDS

Whether you take an Independent or a Private Chauffeur Vacation, you have a chance to meet new friends every day, as you chat with the staff at your hotel, stop off in a pub, ask a friendly local for directions or shop at a little village store. You’ll share the fun of making discoveries, tasting tempting new flavors and laughing over a witty anecdote as you discover a new world with your private chauffeur or local hosts, guides and other experts.

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Brendan Vacations shares the coverage available under the USTOA $1 Million Travelers Assistance Program with affiliates of TravCorp USA, Inc. who, as an Active Member of the USTOA, is required to post $1 Million with USTOA to be used to reimburse, in accordance with the terms and conditions of the USTOA $1 Million Travelers Assistance Program, the advance payments of Brendan Vacations’ customers in the unlikely event of Brendan Vacations’ bankruptcy, insolvency or cessation of business. Further, you should understand that the $1 Million posted byTravCorp USA, Inc. and shared among its affiliates may be sufficient to provide only a partial recovery of the advance payments received by Brendan Vacations. More details of the USTOA Travelers Assistance Program and a list of affiliates may be obtained by writing to USTOA at 345 Seventh Avenue, Suite 1801, New York, New York 10001, or by email to [email protected] or by visiting their website at www.USTOA.com.

The traveling public has always been concerned about the protection of their advanced bookings. As part of Brendan’s commitment to providing our customers with peace of mind in all dealings with Brendan Vacations, Travcorp Financial Services Limited has provided a letter of credit to Brendan Vacations of US$20 Million in respect of all customers traveling with Brendan Vacations.

financial protectionUS$20 million

yoUr peace of mind gUarantee

going “green” for tHe fUtUre

We are concerned about our world-wide “family”

... the earth’s future

Brendan Vacations, as part of The Travel Corporation, is proud to be using 100% recycled paper for the body of all our travel catalogs.

Some of the positive impacts of this include:

• Saving more than 67,000* trees per year

• Reducing landfill waste that produces harmful greenhouse gases

In addition, the paper used is rated “Excellent” by the World Wildlife Federation’s (WWF) environmental benchmarking tool.

We are proud to commit to using one of the most environmentally-friendly, coated recycled papers on Planet Earth.

* Calculation based on that provided by The Environmental Defense Fund.

SUStainaBle toUriSmCaring for the places we visit and protecting our environment is important to us at Brendan. When traveling with us, you can be confident you are opting for one of the most environmentally friendly ways to travel. Coach travel has been proven to emit less carbon or greenhouse gases on a per passenger basis than either train or car travel*.

*DEFRA (UK Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs)

Brendan Vacations is proud to be part of a joint initiative by The Travel Corporation family of brands that collectively support TreadRight, a nonprofit organization working to ensure the destinations we visit remain vibrant for future genera tions of travelers. Established in 2008,

TreadRight has committed more than $1.5 million to sustainable tourism projects worldwide, including annually supporting the World Travel & Tourism Council’s Tourism for Tomorrow Awards. To learn more about the projects that TreadRight is involved with, please visit www.treadright.org.

Brendan Vacations and TreadRight are excited to support the work of the National Trust, now for the second year. To date, we’ve provided assistance for the building of new, environmentallysustainable visitor facilities at Northern Ireland’s Giant’s Causeway, a World Heritagelisted site, as well as an appeal to safeguard the iconic White Cliffs of Dover.

The National Trust is working to preserve and protect coasts, countryside, historic buildings, gardens and monuments in England, Wales and Northern Ireland. To find out more about the Trust, visit www.nationaltrust.org.uk.

Independent VacationsTravel on your own, but never alone

15th century ross castle sits onthe shores of lough sheelin in county kerry

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Italy, Greece& Croatia

the colosseum in rome was built by emperor vespasian, founder of the flavian dynasty, for titus, his successor

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ROME TO SORRENTO

Rome & Sorrento

YOUR TRAVEL VALUE INCLUDES

> Private airport transfers in Rome on Day 1 and from Sorrento to Naples on Day 5/6/7

> Transfer between Naples train station and Sorrento hotel

> Twin-bedded rooms in your selected, centrally located hotels, hotel taxes and service charges (bed taxes are payable directly at hotels)

> Breakfast daily (B)

> Services of an English-speaking local host in each city, available 24/7

> High-speed train transportation Rome/Naples aboard Trenitalia or Italo

> Hop-on Hop-off city tour in Rome

> Travel documents

$896FROM

LAND ONLY

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5 DAYS

1 ARRIVE IN ROME, ITALY

2 ROME, CITY SIghTSEEINg B

3 ROME / NApLES / SORRENTO B

4 SORRENTO, A FULL FREE DAY B

5 SORRENTO / DEpART NApLES B

ROMEROME

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YOUR pERSONALLY SELECTED hOTELS & TRANSpORTATION

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Rome | Grand Hotel de la Minerve or Hotel Ambasciatori Palace Sorrento | Hotel ResidenzaTrain |1st class ticket with reserved seat

FIRST CLASS Rome | Hotel Genova Sorrento | Michelangelo HotelTrain* |2nd class ticket with reserved seat

MODERATE Rome | Hotel Montecarlo or Hotel Andreotti Sorrento | Hotel Zi’TeresaTrain* |2nd class ticket with reserved seat

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3 ROME, A FULL FREE DAY B




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TRAVEL IN EIThER DIRECTION

For added flexibility, you can choose to start your vacation in either Rome or Sorrento.

* UpgRADE YOUR RAIL EXpERIENCE!For an even more comfortable train journey, upgrade to First Class from only $75 per person. Enjoy a large ergonomic seat with additional leg room and computer laptop hook-up.

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YOUR inclUded SiGHTSeeinG

ROMe Discover Rome your own way on a Hop-on Hop-off tour. There are nine stops along the way. You decide which sights you want to view from the coach and which you want to visit (entrance fees not included). There is an English-speaking host on the coach to answer questions. The total duration of the tour if you do not get off the coach is approximately 1½-2 hours. Coaches depart Termini Station every 25 minutes.

OPTiOnAl SiGHTSeeinG

SORRenTO

Pompeii & Vesuvio* Full day, $182 per person

Capri & Anacapri* Full day, $207 per person

Positano, Amalfi, Ravello* Full day, $141 per person

* Includes entrance fees

PRiceS PeR PeRSOn FROM* PReMieR FiRST clASS MOdeRATe Twin Single Triple Twin Single Triple Twin Single Triple

5 dAYS REF: ISP

Apr 1-Apr 30 $1,497 $2,545 $1,468 $1,118 $1,900 $1,089 $896 $1,524 $868 May 1-Jun 30 $1,639 $2,786 $1,610 $1,203 $2,045 $1,174 $966 $1,642 $937 Jul 1-Aug 31 $1,593 $2,708 $1,565 $1,058 $1,799 $1,030 $896 $1,524 $868 Sep 1-Oct 31 $1,639 $2,786 $1,610 $1,167 $1,984 $1,139 $966 $1,642 $937 6 dAYS REF: ISQ

Apr 1-Apr 30 $1,836 $3,121 $1,801 $1,296 $2,204 $1,261 $1,012 $1,721 $977 May 1-Jun 30 $2,006 $3,411 $1,971 $1,385 $2,354 $1,349 $1,082 $1,839 $1,047 Jul 1-Aug 31 $1,860 $3,162 $1,825 $1,172 $1,992 $1,136 $977 $1,661 $941 Sep 1-Oct 31 $2,006 $3,411 $1,971 $1,346 $2,289 $1,311 $1,082 $1,839 $1,047 7 dAYS REF: ISR

Apr 1-Apr 30 $1,994 $3,390 $1,951 $1,427 $2,427 $1,385 $1,102 $1,873 $1,059 May 1-Jun 30 $2,164 $3,679 $2,121 $1,527 $2,596 $1,484 $1,179 $2,004 $1,136 Jul 1-Aug 31 $2,097 $3,566 $2,055 $1,315 $2,235 $1,272 $1,074 $1,825 $1,031 Sep 1-Oct 31 $2,164 $3,679 $2,121 $1,480 $2,515 $1,437 $1,179 $2,004 $1,136

Travel any day.

* Per person prices are land only. Airfare is additional. Your Brendan Specialist will quote you the lowest airfare available to us at the time of booking.

Extra nights are available in Rome and Sorrento.

Because of the close proximity between hotels and the train station in Rome, transfers are on your own. Private transfers are available at an extra charge. easy hotel/train station transfer instructions will be provided in your documentation.

Rome and Sorrento bed taxes are not included in the vacation prices. Guests are required to make payment directly to the hotel at the time of check-out. Taxes are applicable to all hotel stays. Your Brendan Specialist will advise you at the time of booking the approximate amount you should budget. Bed tax amount is dependent on the hotel’s category rating.

HOTel lA ReSidenzAPReMieR

This recently renovated 42-star hotel is surrounded by a botanical garden close to the city center and 600 feet from the coast

81 comfortable rooms offer A/C, Internet access, a minibar, safe and TV

Bar/lounge and restaurant

Concierge desk, pool and wellness center

HOTel MicHelAnGelOFiRST clASS

This 4-star hotel is your oasis in the heart of Sorrento

121 tastefully furnished rooms offer A/C, Internet access, a safe, tv and more

Bar and 2 restaurants

Pool, roof garden with Jacuzzis

HOTel zi’ TeReSAMOdeRATe

A 3-star recently refurbished hotel, centrally located near Lauro Square

58 rooms with A/C, WiFi access available, a safe, TV and more

Bar, breakfast room and restaurant

24-hour reception, elevator, garden, rooftop pool and terrace

Sorrento - Your Personally Selected Hotels

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PALERMO TO TAORMINA

Sicily: Palermo & Taormina


> Private airport transfers in Palermo on Day 1 and Taormina on Day 5/6/7

> Twin-bedded rooms in your selected, centrally located hotels, hotel taxes and service charges



> Hop-on Hop-off city tour in Palermo

> Private car transportation between Palermo and Taormina

> Travel documents

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16

5 DAYS

1 ARRIVE IN PALERMO, ITALY

2 PALERMO, CITY SIghTSEEINg B

3 PALERMO / TAORMINA B

4 TAORMINA, A FULL FREE DAY B

5 DEPART TAORMINA B

REF: ISX

YOUR PERSONALLY SELECTED hOTELS

PREMIER

Palermo | Grand Hotel Villa Igiea Taormina | Grand Hotel San Pietro

FIRST CLASS Palermo | Grand Hotel Villa Igiea Taormina | Excelsior Palace Hotel

MODERATE Palermo | Astoria Palace HotelTaormina | Hotel Isabella

6 DAYS






6 DEPART TAORMINA B

S i c i l y

PALERMOPALERMO

MT.ETNA

MT. ETNA

TAORMINATAORMINA

CATANIAAIRPORT

2

3

REF: ISY

7 DAYS



3 PALERMO, A FULL FREE DAY B




7 DEPART TAORMINA B

S i c i l y

PALERMOPALERMO

MT.ETNA

MT. ETNA

TAORMINATAORMINA

CATANIAAIRPORT

3

3

REF: ISZ

S i c i l y

PALERMOPALERMO

MT.ETNA

MT. ETNA

TAORMINATAORMINA

CATANIAAIRPORT

2

2


For added flexibility, you can choose to start your vacation in either Palermo or Taormina.

teatro greco in taormina

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PAleRMOTake in the marvelous sights of Palermo from a double-decker coach on a Hop-On Hop-Off sightseeing tour. There are two routes to choose from, each offering historic and beautiful views. You are free to relax and enjoy the recorded commentary, or get off the coach and visit the sites of your choice (admissions not included).

TAORMinAEnjoy a full free day exploring Taormina on your own. Perched on the side of Monte Tauro, the town offers fantastic views of the coast and Mt. Etna volcano and has remnants of its Greek and Roman habitants, a fine medieval quarter, castle ruins and modern shops and restaurants.


5 dAYS REF: ISX Apr 1-Apr 30 $1,697 $2,884 $1,669 $1,231 $2,093 $1,203 $1,062 $1,806 $1,034 May 1-Jun 30 $1,795 $3,052 $1,766 $1,271 $2,161 $1,243 $1,091 $1,855 $1,062 Jul 1-Aug 31 $1,697 $2,884 $1,669 $1,250 $2,124 $1,221 $1,116 $1,897 $1,088 Sep 1-Oct 31 $1,795 $3,052 $1,766 $1,271 $2,161 $1,243 $1,091 $1,855 $1,062 Nov 1-Dec 31‡ $1,782 $3,028 $1,752 $1,293 $2,198 $1,263 $1,115 $1,897 $1,085 Jan 1-Mar 31 ‘14‡ $1,782 $3,028 $1,752 $1,293 $2,198 $1,263 $1,115 $1,897 $1,0856 dAYS REF: ISY Apr 1-Apr 30 $1,967 $3,343 $1,931 $1,403 $2,386 $1,367 $1,174 $1,997 $1,139 May 1-Jun 30 $2,126 $3,614 $2,090 $1,437 $2,442 $1,402 $1,189 $2,021 $1,153 Jul 1-Aug 31 $1,967 $3,343 $1,931 $1,397 $2,376 $1,362 $1,243 $2,112 $1,207 Sep 1-Oct 31 $2,126 $3,614 $2,090 $1,437 $2,442 $1,402 $1,189 $2,021 $1,153 Nov 1-Dec 31‡ $2,065 $3,510 $2,028 $1,473 $2,505 $1,436 $1,233 $2,096 $1,196 Jan 1-Mar 31 ‘14‡ $2,065 $3,510 $2,028 $1,473 $2,505 $1,436 $1,233 $2,096 $1,1967 dAYS REF: ISZ Apr 1-Apr 30 $2,157 $3,666 $2,114 $1,541 $2,620 $1,498 $1,251 $2,127 $1,208 May 1-Jun 30 $2,300 $3,911 $2,258 $1,559 $2,651 $1,517 $1,271 $2,161 $1,228 Jul 1-Aug 31 $2,157 $3,666 $2,114 $1,527 $2,594 $1,484 $1,314 $2,234 $1,271 Sep 1-Oct 31 $2,300 $3,911 $2,258 $1,559 $2,651 $1,517 $1,271 $2,161 $1,228 Nov 1-Dec 31 $2,265 $3,850 $2,220 $1,618 $2,751 $1,573 $1,314 $2,234 $1,269 Jan 1-Mar 31 ‘14 $2,265 $3,850 $2,220 $1,618 $2,751 $1,573 $1,314 $2,234 $1,269

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‡ Dates are subject to price, hotel and itinerary modifications. Details will be available in Apr 2013.

Extra nights are available in Palermo and Taormina.

GRAnd HOTel villA iGieAPReMieR

A 5-star hotel overlooking the Bay of Palermo • 122 guest rooms feature WiFi internet access, a flat-screen satellite TV and other amenities • Bar and restaurant • Terraced gardens, pool, and tennis courts

HOTel GARiBAldiFiRST clASS

A modern 4-star hotel centrally located for discovering the city • 71 bright rooms feature A/C, a TV, minibar and free WiFi • Bar and café • 24-hour reception and concierge desk

ASTORiA PAlAce HOTelMOdeRATe

This contemporary 3.5-star hotel enjoys a great location close to both the port and city center • 320 rooms offer A/C, Internet access, a safe, minibar and TV • Lounge and 4 restaurants • Concierge, rooftop terrace and health club

Palermo Hotels

GRAnd HOTel SAn PieTROPReMieR

A unique, peaceful 5-star hotel with breathtaking views of the Mediterranean Sea • 63 beautiful rooms feature A/C, a balcony, minibar, safe, TV and free WiFi • 2 bars and 3 restaurants • Beach, pool and Spa

eXcelSiOR PAlAce HOTelFiRST clASS

A historic 4-star hotel surrounded by beautiful Sicilian gardens, close to the town center • 85 classic rooms offer A/C, a minibar, safe, TV and free WiFi • Bar and restaurant • Concierge desk, park and pool

HOTel iSABellAMOdeRATe

This 3-star hotel is a hidden gem located in the heart of Taormina • 32 stylish rooms feature A/C, Internet access, a minibar, safe and TV • 24-hour reception and concierge desk

Taormina Hotels


ROME TO VENICE

Rome, Florence & Venice


> Private airport transfers in Rome on Day 1 and Venice on Day 7/8/10




> High-speed train transportation Rome/Florence and Florence/Venice aboard Trenitalia or Italo


> Sightseeing with a local guide in Florence and Venice

> Travel documents

$1339FROM

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7 DAYS



3 ROME / FLORENCE B

4 FLORENCE, CITY SIghTSEEINg B

5 FLORENCE / VENICE B

6 VENICE, CITY SIghTSEEINg B

7 DEpART VENICE B

VENI C EVENICE

FLORENCEFLORENCE

ROMEROME

I t a l y

To/FromSorrentoExtension

2

2

2

REF: INZ


pREMIER Rome | Grand Hotel de la Minerve or Hotel Ambasciatori PalaceFlorence | NH Porta Rossa or Hotel Albani FirenzeVenice | Hotel Carlton on the Grand Canal or Hotel Principe (canal view room in both hotels)Trains | 1st class tickets with reserved seats

FIRST CLASS Rome | GenovaFlorence | Croce Di Malta or Anglo-AmericanVenice | Principe or Carlton on the Grand CanalTrains* | 2nd class tickets with reserved seats

MODERATE Rome | Montecarlo or AndreottiFlorence | DonatelloVenice | Carlton Capri Trains* | 2nd class tickets with reserved seats

8 DAYS



3 ROME / FLORENCE B


5 FLORENCE, A FULL FREE DAY B



8 DEpART VENICE B

VENI C EVENICE

FLORENCEFLORENCE

ROMEROME

I t a l y


2

2

3

REF: INY

10 DAYS




4 ROME / FLORENCE B





9 VENICE, A FULL FREE DAY B

10 DEpART VENICE B

VENI C EVENICE

FLORENCEFLORENCE

ROMEROME

I t a l y


3

3

3

REF: INR


For added flexibility, you can choose to start your vacation in either Rome or Venice.

* UpgRADE YOUR RAIL EXpERIENCE!For an even more comfortable train journey, upgrade to First Class from only $114 per person.

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Discover the beauty of Sorrento Add 4 days to the beginning or end of your vacation. Available from Rome, not Venice.

1 Rome / NAPLeS / SoRReNto Make your own way to the Rome train station for your journey to Naples. You will be met at the Naples train station and transferred to your Sorrento hotel.

2-3 SoRReNto. tWo fuLL fRee dAyS Two full days to enjoy beautiful Sorrento at your own pace. Perhaps take an optional excursion to Capri or Pompeii. B dAiLy

4 dePARt SoRReNto You will be transferred to the Naples Airport where your vacation ends. Extra nights are available in Sorrento, if you wish to extend your stay. B

your travel Value includes One-way train ticket with reserved seat from Rome/Naples • Transfer between Naples train station and Sorrento hotel • Breakfast daily (B) • An English-speaking local host • Private airport transfer on Day 4

your Personally Selected Hotel & transportationPRemieR Hotel La Residenza / 1st class ticket fiRSt CLASS Hotel Michelangelo / 2nd class ticket*

modeRAte Hotel Zi’Teresa / 2nd class ticket*

Price Per Person from: Twin $579-$594, depending on your choice of hotel and date of travel.

NOTE: Sorrento bed tax is not included in vacation prices.

* first Class train upgrade from: $75 per person

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RomeDiscover Rome your own way on a Hop-on Hop-off tour. There are nine stops along the way, allowing you to see such highlights as the Forum, Trevi Fountain, Vatican Square and more. You decide which sights you want to view from the coach and which you want to visit (entrance fees not included). There is an English-speaking host on the coach to answer questions. The total duration of the tour if you do not get off the coach is approximately 1½ -2 hours. Coaches depart Termini Station every 25 minutes.

fLoReNCeDrive along the romantic Viale Dei Colli up to Piazzale Michelangelo for a view of the city. Then travel through the old city center to the Duomo Complex to see Giotto’s Bell Tower, the Baptistery with its famous bronze doors, the “Gates of Paradise,” and the Cathedral with Brunelleschi’s magnificent Cupola. A short walk through Florence’s historic streets brings you to the Galleria dell’Accademia*, where you can admire David by Michel angelo and other great works of art.

* The Galleria dell’Accademia is closed on Mondays and will be replaced by the Bargello Museum or the Medici Chapels.

PRiCeS PeR PeRSoN fRom* PRemieR fiRSt CLASS modeRAte twin Single triple twin Single triple twin Single triple

7 dAyS REF: INZ Apr 1-Apr 30 $2,421 $4,117 $2,379 $1,636 $2,780 $1,593 $1,473 $2,503 $1,430 May 1-Jun 30 $2,563 $4,358 $2,521 $1,781 $3,027 $1,738 $1,556 $2,645 $1,514 Jul 1-Aug 31 $2,254 $3,831 $2,211 $1,512 $2,574 $1,470 $1,339 $2,276 $1,296 Sep 1-Oct 31 $2,563 $4,358 $2,521 $1,781 $3,027 $1,738 $1,518 $2,580 $1,475 Nov 1-Dec 31‡ $2,366 $4,023 $2,321 $1,588 $2,703 $1,543 $1,406 $2,390 $1,361 Jan 1-Mar 31 ‘14‡ $2,366 $4,023 $2,321 $1,588 $2,703 $1,543 $1,406 $2,390 $1,3618 dAyS REF: INY Apr 1-Apr 30 $2,672 $4,543 $2,623 $1,754 $2,981 $1,704 $1,603 $2,725 $1,553 May 1-Jun 30 $2,796 $4,753 $2,746 $1,935 $3,290 $1,886 $1,680 $2,856 $1,630 Jul 1-Aug 31 $2,384 $4,053 $2,334 $1,627 $2,766 $1,578 $1,392 $2,366 $1,342 Sep 1-Oct 31 $2,796 $4,753 $2,746 $1,935 $3,290 $1,886 $1,680 $2,856 $1,630 Nov 1-Dec 31‡ $2,503 $4,255 $2,451 $1,709 $2,904 $1,657 $1,461 $2,484 $1,409 Jan 1-Mar 31 ‘14‡ $2,503 $4,255 $2,451 $1,709 $2,904 $1,657 $1,461 $2,484 $1,40910 dAyS REF: INR Apr 1-Apr 30 $3,300 $5,610 $3,236 $2,154 $3,662 $2,090 $1,873 $3,184 $1,809 May 1-Jun 30 $3,510 $5,967 $3,446 $2,336 $3,972 $2,272 $1,970 $3,348 $1,906 Jul 1-Aug 31 $2,922 $4,969 $2,858 $1,914 $3,255 $1,850 $1,623 $2,759 $1,559 Sep 1-Oct 31 $3,510 $5,967 $3,446 $2,336 $3,972 $2,272 $1,970 $3,348 $1,906 Nov 1-Dec 31‡ $3,068 $5,217 $3,001 $2,010 $3,417 $1,943 $1,704 $2,897 $1,637 Jan 1-Mar 31 ‘14‡ $3,068 $5,217 $3,001 $2,010 $3,417 $1,943 $1,704 $2,897 $1,637

travel any day.



Extra nights are available in Rome and Venice.

Because of the close proximity between hotels and train stations, transfers are on your own. Private transfers are available in Rome and florence at an extra charge. easy hotel/train station transfer instructions will be provided in your documentation.

Rome, Florence and Venice bed taxes are not included in the vacation prices. Guests are required to make payment directly to the hotel at the time of check-out. Taxes are applicable to all hotel stays. Your Brendan Specialist will advise you at the time of booking the approximate amount you should budget. Bed tax amount is dependent on the hotel’s category rating.

Enhance Your Vacation in Venice and Stay at the Elegant

LuNA HoteL BAGLioNi

This magnificent 5-star hotel is located in a 12-century Venetian palazzo facing the San Marco Basin and close to St. Mark’s Square.

SuPPLemeNt PRiCeS PeR PeRSoN fRomTWIN PREMIER FIRST CLASS MODERATE

2 Nights $252-$421 $482-$761 $438-$8283 Nights $486-$772 $668-$1,050 $657-$1,218

GoiNG oN A CRuiSe?Add a private transfer between your Rome hotel and Civitavecchia port (or vice versa).

Price Per Person from: 1 guest $307; 2 guests $158; 3 guests $126; 4 guests $91.

VeNiCe*Your walking tour of this splendid city begins at St. Mark’s Square. Visit the Venetian Gothic-style Doge’s Palace and St. Mark’s Basilica, named for Venice’s patron saint. There is time to view the Bell Tower and the Bridge of Sighs before stopping to visit a glassblowing factory for a demonstration of this traditional Venetian art form.

*This tour does not operate on Dec 25, Jan 1 and May 1.

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ROME TO FLORENcE

Rome & Florence

YOUR TRAVEL VALUE INcLUDES

> Private airport transfers in Rome on Day 1 and Florence on Day 5/6/7




> High-speed train transportation Rome/Florence aboard Trenitalia or Italo


> Sightseeing with a local guide in Florence

> Travel documents

$772FROM

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5 DAYS


2 ROME, cITY SIghTSEEINg B

3 ROME / FLORENcE B

4 FLORENcE, cITY SIghTSEEINg B

5 DEpART FLORENcE BFLORENCEFLORENCE

ROMEROME

I t a l y


2

2

REF: IRT

YOUR pERSONALLY SELEcTED hOTELS & TRANSpORTATION

pREMIER Rome | Grand Hotel de la Minerve or Hotel Ambasciatori PalaceFlorence | NH Porta Rossa or Hotel Albani FirenzeTrain | 1st class ticket with reserved seat

FIRST cLASS Rome | Hotel GenovaFlorence | Croce Di Malta or Anglo-AmericanTrain* | 2nd class ticket with reserved seat

MODERATE Rome | Hotel Montecarlo or Hotel AndreottiFlorence | Hotel DonatelloTrain* | 2nd class ticket with reserved seat

6 DAYS




4 ROME / FLORENcE B


6 DEpART FLORENcE BFLORENCEFLORENCE

ROMEROME

I t a l y


3

2

REF: IRF

7 DAYS




4 ROME / FLORENcE B


6 FLORENcE, A FULL FREE DAY B

7 DEpART FLORENcE B

FLORENCEFLORENCE

ROMEROME

I t a l y


3

3

REF: IRG

TRAVEL IN EIThER DIREcTION

For added flexibility, you can choose to start your vacation in either Rome or Florence.

* UpgRADE YOUR RAIL EXpERIENcE!For an even more comfortable train journey, upgrade to First Class from only $50 per person.

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Discover the beauty of Sorrento ...Add 4 days to the beginning or end of your vacation. Available from Rome, not Venice.

1 Rome / NAPLeS / SoRReNto Make your way to the Rome train station for your trip to Naples. You will be met at the Naples train station and transferred to your Sorrento hotel. B

2-3 SoRReNto. 2 fuLL fRee dAyS Two full days free to enjoy Sorrento at your own pace. Optional excursions to Capri and Pompeii are available. B dAiLy

4 SoRReNto / NAPLeS You will be transferred to the airport in Naples where your vacation ends. Extra nights are available. B

your travel Value includes One-way train ticket with reserved seat from Rome/Naples • Transfer between Naples train station and Sorrento hotel • Breakfast daily (B) • An English-speaking local host • Private airport transfer on Day 4

youR iNcLuded SiGHtSeeiNG

RomeDiscover Rome your own way on a Hop-on Hop-off tour. There are nine stops along the way. You decide which sights you want to view from the coach and which you want to visit (entrance fees not included). There is an English-speaking host on the coach to answer questions. The total duration of the tour if you do not get off the coach is approximately 1½-2 hours. Coaches depart Termini Station every 25 minutes.

fLoReNceExperience the Renaissance city Florence. Travel along Viale Dei Colli, and up to Piazzale Michelangelo for a view of the city. Then on to see such sights as Giotto’s Bell Tower, the Baptistery and the Cathedral. A short stroll through Florence’s historical streets brings you to the Galleria dell’ Accademia*, home to Michelangelo’s David.* The Galleria dell’Accademia is closed on Mondays and will

be replaced by the Bargello Museum or the Medici Chapels.

PRiceS PeR PeRSoN fRom* PRemieR fiRSt cLASS modeRAte twin Single triple twin Single triple twin Single triple

5 dAyS REF: IRT Apr 1-Apr 30 $1,538 $2,614 $1,509 $960 $1,632 $932 $873 $1,485 $845 May 1-Jun 30 $1,680 $2,856 $1,651 $1,105 $1,879 $1,076 $953 $1,620 $924 Jul 1-Aug 31 $1,404 $2,387 $1,376 $899 $1,528 $870 $772 $1,314 $744 Sep 1-Oct 31 $1,680 $2,856 $1,651 $1,105 $1,879 $1,076 $930 $1,582 $902 Nov 1-Dec 31‡ $1,475 $2,506 $1,445 $944 $1,604 $914 $811 $1,379 $781 Jan 1-Mar 31 ‘14‡ $1,475 $2,506 $1,445 $944 $1,604 $914 $811 $1,379 $7816 dAyS REF: IRF Apr 1-Apr 30 $1,876 $3,189 $1,840 $1,139 $1,935 $1,103 $988 $1,680 $953 May 1-Jun 30 $2,046 $3,479 $2,011 $1,284 $2,183 $1,248 $1,069 $1,818 $1,034 Jul 1-Aug 31 $1,671 $2,841 $1,636 $1,012 $1,721 $977 $838 $1,424 $802 Sep 1-Oct 31 $2,046 $3,479 $2,011 $1,284 $2,183 $1,248 $1,045 $1,776 $1,010 Nov 1-Dec 31‡ $1,755 $2,983 $1,718 $1,063 $1,807 $1,026 $880 $1,495 $842 Jan 1-Mar 31 ‘14‡ $1,755 $2,983 $1,718 $1,063 $1,807 $1,026 $880 $1,495 $8427 dAyS REF: IRG Apr 1-Apr 30 $2,089 $3,551 $2,046 $1,237 $2,103 $1,194 $1,101 $1,872 $1,058 May 1-Jun 30 $2,259 $3,841 $2,217 $1,420 $2,414 $1,377 $1,180 $2,006 $1,137 Jul 1-Aug 31 $1,846 $3,138 $1,803 $1,112 $1,890 $1,069 $922 $1,566 $879 Sep 1-Oct 31 $2,259 $3,841 $2,217 $1,420 $2,414 $1,377 $1,157 $1,968 $1,115 Nov 1-Dec 31‡ $1,938 $3,295 $1,894 $1,167 $1,985 $1,123 $968 $1,645 $923 Jan 1-Mar 31 ‘14‡ $1,938 $3,295 $1,894 $1,167 $1,985 $1,123 $968 $1,645 $923

travel any day.



Extra nights are available in Rome and Florence.

Because of the close proximity between hotels and train stations, transfers are on your own. Private transfers are available at an extra charge. easy hotel/train station transfer instructions will be provided in your documentation.

Rome and Florence bed taxes are not included in the vacation prices. Guests are required to make payment directly to the hotel at the time of check-out. Taxes are applicable to all hotel stays. Your Brendan Specialist will advise you at the time of booking the approximate amount you should budget. Bed tax amount is dependent on the hotel’s category rating.

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your Personally Selected Hotel & transportationPRemieR Hotel La Residenza / 1st class ticket fiRSt cLASS Michelangelo / 2nd class ticket*

modeRAte Zi’Teresa / 2nd class ticket*

Price Per Person from: Twin $579-$594, depending on your choice of hotel and date of travel.


* first class train upgrade from: $75 per person

GoiNG oN A cRuiSe?Add a private transfer between your Rome hotel and Civitavecchia port (or vice versa).

Price Per Person from: 1 guest $307; 2 guests $158; 3 guests $126; 4 guests $91.

tHe ReNAiSSANce city of fLoReNce


ROME TO VENICE

Rome & Venice


> Private airport transfers in Rome on Day 1 and Venice on Day 5/6/7




> High-speed train transportation Rome/Venice aboard Trenitalia or Italo


> Sightseeing with a local guide in Venice

> Travel documents

$992FROM

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22

5 DAYS



3 ROME / VENICE B


5 DEpART VENICE B

VENI C EVENICE

ROMEROME

I t a l y


2

2

REF: IFV


pREMIER Rome | Grand Hotel de la Minerve or Hotel Ambasciatori PalaceVenice | Hotel Carlton on the Grand Canal or Hotel Principe (canal view room in both hotels)Train | 1st class ticket with reserved seat

FIRST CLASS Rome | GenovaVenice | Principe or Carlton on the Grand CanalTrain* | 2nd class ticket with reserved seat

MODERATE Rome | Montecarlo or AndreottiVenice | Carlton Capri Train* | 2nd class ticket with reserved seat

6 DAYS




4 ROME / VENICE B


6 DEpART VENICE B

VENI C EVENICE

ROMEROME

I t a l y


3

2

REF: IRV

7 DAYS




4 ROME / VENICE B



7 DEpART VENICE B

VENI C EVENICE

ROMEROME

I t a l y


3

3

REF: IRH


For added flexibility, you can choose to start your vacation in either Rome or Venice.


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ROMeDiscover Rome your own way on a Hop-on Hop-off tour. There are nine stops along the way, allowing you to see such highlights as the Forum, Trevi Fountain, Vatican Square and more. You decide which sights you want to view from the coach and which you want to visit (entrance fees not included). There is an English-speaking host on the coach to answer questions. The total duration of the tour if you do not get off the coach is approximately 1½ -2 hours. Coaches depart Termini Station every 25 minutes.

Venice*Your walking tour of this splendid city begins at St. Mark’s Square. Visit the Venetian Gothic-style Doge’s Palace and St. Mark’s Basilica, named for Venice’s patron saint. There is time to view the Bell Tower and the Bridge of Sighs before stopping to visit a glassblowing factory for a demonstration of this traditional Venetian art form.

* This tour does not operate on Dec 25, Jan 1 and May 1.

PRiceS PeR PeRSOn FROM* PReMieR FiRST claSS MOdeRaTe Twin Single Triple Twin Single Triple Twin Single Triple

5 daYS REF: IFV

Apr 1-Apr 30 $1,845 $3,135 $1,816 $1,262 $2,146 $1,234 $1,054 $1,791 $1,025 May 1-Jun 30 $1,987 $3,377 $1,958 $1,372 $2,332 $1,343 $1,150 $1,955 $1,122 Jul 1-Aug 31 $1,728 $2,938 $1,700 $1,167 $1,984 $1,139 $944 $1,606 $916 Sep 1-Oct 31 $1,987 $3,377 $1,958 $1,372 $2,332 $1,343 $1,150 $1,955 $1,122 Nov 1-Dec 31‡ $1,815 $3,085 $1,785 $1,226 $2,083 $1,196 $992 $1,686 $962 Jan 1-Mar 31 ‘14‡ $1,815 $3,085 $1,785 $1,226 $2,083 $1,196 $992 $1,686 $9626 daYS REF: IRV

Apr 1-Apr 30 $2,183 $3,710 $2,147 $1,441 $2,451 $1,406 $1,169 $1,987 $1,133 May 1-Jun 30 $2,354 $4,003 $2,319 $1,552 $2,638 $1,517 $1,265 $2,151 $1,230 Jul 1-Aug 31 $1,974 $3,355 $1,938 $1,258 $2,139 $1,223 $1,055 $1,793 $1,020 Sep 1-Oct 31 $2,354 $4,003 $2,319 $1,552 $2,638 $1,517 $1,265 $2,151 $1,230 Nov 1-Dec 31‡ $2,072 $3,523 $2,035 $1,321 $2,245 $1,284 $1,108 $1,883 $1,071 Jan 1-Mar 31 ‘14‡ $2,072 $3,523 $2,035 $1,321 $2,245 $1,284 $1,108 $1,883 $1,0717 daYS REF: IRH

Apr 1 -Apr 30 $2,472 $4,203 $2,430 $1,643 $2,793 $1,600 $1,322 $2,248 $1,279 May 1-Jun 30 $2,681 $4,558 $2,638 $1,752 $2,979 $1,710 $1,458 $2,479 $1,416 Jul 1-Aug 31 $2,266 $3,852 $2,224 $1,420 $2,414 $1,377 $1,197 $2,035 $1,154 Sep 1-Oct 31 $2,681 $4,558 $2,638 $1,752 $2,979 $1,710 $1,458 $2,479 $1,416 Nov 1-Dec 31‡ $2,380 $4,045 $2,335 $1,491 $2,535 $1,446 $1,257 $2,137 $1,212 Jan 1-Mar 31 ‘14‡ $2,380 $4,045 $2,335 $1,491 $2,535 $1,446 $1,257 $2,137 $1,212

Travel any day.



Extra nights are available in Rome and Venice.


Rome and Venice bed taxes are not included in the vacation prices. Guests are required to make payment directly to the hotel at the time of check-out. Taxes are applicable to all hotel stays. Your Brendan Specialist will advise you at the time of booking the approximate amount you should budget. Bed tax amount is dependent on the hotel’s category rating.

TReVi FOUnTain, ROMe

Discover the beauty of Sorrento Add 4 days to the beginning or end of your vacation. Available from Rome, not Venice.

1 ROMe / naPleS / SORRenTO Make your own way to the Rome train station for your journey to Naples. You will be met at the Naples train station and transferred to your Sorrento hotel.

2-3 SORRenTO. TWO FUll FRee daYS Two full days to enjoy beautiful Sorrento at your own pace. B dailY

4 dePaRT SORRenTO You will be transferred to the Naples Airport where your vacation ends. Extra nights are available in Sorrento. B

Your Travel Value includes One-way train ticket with reserved seat from Rome/Naples • Transfer between Naples train station and Sorrento hotel • Breakfast daily (B) • An English-speaking local host • Private airport transfer on Day 4

Your Personally Selected Hotel & TransportationPReMieR Hotel La Residenza / 1st class ticket FiRST claSS Hotel Michelangelo / 2nd class ticket* MOdeRaTe Hotel Zi’Teresa / 2nd class ticket*

Price Per Person From: Twin $579-$594, depending on your choice of hotel and date of travel.


*First class Train Upgrade From: $75 per person


lUna HOTel BaGliOni


SUPPleMenT PRiceS PeR PeRSOn FROMTWIN PREMIER FIRST CLASS MODERATE

2 Nights $252-$421 $482-$761 $438-$8283 Nights $486-$772 $668-$1,050 $657-$1,218

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FLORENCE TO VENICE

Florence & Venice


> Private airport transfers in Florence on Day 1 and Venice on Day 5/6/7




> High-speed train transportation Florence/ Venice aboard Trenitalia or Italo

> Sightseeing with a local guide in Florence and Venice

> Travel documents

$950FROm

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5 DAYS

1 ARRIVE IN FLORENCE, ITALY




5 DEpART VENICE B

VENI C EVENICE

FLORENCEFLORENCEItaly

To/FromRome

Extension

To/FromMilan

Extension

2

2

REF: IFY


pREmIER Florence | NH Porta Rossa or Hotel Albani FirenzeVenice | Hotel Carlton on the Grand Canal or Hotel Principe (canal view room in both hotels)Train | 1st class ticket with reserved seat

FIRST CLASS Florence | Croce Di Malta or Anglo-AmericanVenice | Principe or Carlton on the Grand CanalTrain* | 2nd class ticket with reserved seat

mODERATE Florence | DonatelloVenice | Carlton Capri Train* | 2nd class ticket with reserved seat

6 DAYS






6 DEpART VENICE B

VENI C EVENICE


To/FromRome

Extension

To/FromMilan

Extension

2

3

REF: IFW

7 DAYS







7 DEpART VENICE B

VENI C EVENICE


To/FromRome

Extension

To/FromMilan

Extension

3

3

REF: IFX


For added flexibility, you can choose to start your vacation in either Florence or Venice


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FlORenceDrive along the romantic Viale Dei Colli up to Piazzale Michelangelo for a view of the city. Then travel through the old city center to the Duomo Complex to see Giotto’s Bell Tower, the Baptistery with its famous bronze doors, the “Gates of Paradise,” and the Cathedral with Brunelleschi’s magnificent Cupola. A short walk through Florence’s historic streets brings you to the Galleria dell’Accademia*, where you can admire David by Michelangelo and other great works of art.* The Galleria dell’Accademia is closed on Mondays and will

be replaced by the Bargello Museum or the Medici Chapels.

Venice*Your walking tour of this splendid city begins at St. Mark’s Square. Visit the Venetian Gothic-style Doge’s Palace and St. Mark’s Basilica, named for Venice’s patron saint. There is time to view the Bell Tower and the Bridge of Sighs before stopping to visit a glassblowing factory for a demonstration of this traditional Venetian art form.

* This tour does not operate on Dec 25, Jan 1 and May 1.


5 daYS REF: IFY Apr 1-Apr 30 $1,482 $2,521 $1,454 $1,088 $1,849 $1,059 $993 $1,687 $964 May 1-Jun 30 $1,607 $2,732 $1,579 $1,234 $2,097 $1,206 $1,089 $1,852 $1,061 Jul 1-Aug 31 $1,437 $2,442 $1,409 $1,064 $1,808 $1,035 $950 $1,615 $922 Sep 1-Oct 31 $1,607 $2,732 $1,579 $1,234 $2,097 $1,206 $1,089 $1,852 $1,061 Nov 1-Dec 31‡ $1,509 $2,565 $1,479 $1,117 $1,898 $1,087 $997 $1,695 $968 Jan 1-Mar 31 ‘14‡ $1,509 $2,565 $1,479 $1,117 $1,898 $1,087 $997 $1,695 $968

6 daYS REF: IFW Apr 1-Apr 30 $1,695 $2,883 $1,660 $1,147 $1,951 $1,112 $1,105 $1,879 $1,069 May 1-Jun 30 $1,819 $3,093 $1,784 $1,369 $2,327 $1,333 $1,201 $2,042 $1,166 Jul 1-Aug 31 $1,590 $2,704 $1,555 $1,162 $1,975 $1,126 $1,032 $1,755 $997 Sep 1-Oct 31 $1,819 $3,093 $1,784 $1,369 $2,327 $1,333 $1,201 $2,042 $1,166 Nov 1-Dec 31‡ $1,670 $2,839 $1,633 $1,220 $2,074 $1,182 $1,084 $1,843 $1,047 Jan 1-Mar 31 ‘14‡ $1,670 $2,839 $1,633 $1,220 $2,074 $1,182 $1,084 $1,843 $1,047

7 daYS REF: IFX Apr 1-Apr 30 $1,984 $3,373 $1,941 $1,387 $2,359 $1,345 $1,296 $2,204 $1,254 May 1-Jun 30 $2,107 $3,583 $2,065 $1,531 $2,603 $1,488 $1,393 $2,369 $1,350 Jul 1-Aug 31 $1,860 $3,162 $1,818 $1,323 $2,249 $1,281 $1,153 $1,960 $1,110 Sep 1-Oct 31 $2,107 $3,583 $2,065 $1,609 $2,735 $1,566 $1,393 $2,369 $1,350 Nov 1-Dec 31‡ $1,953 $3,320 $1,908 $1,390 $2,362 $1,345 $1,211 $2,058 $1,166 Jan 1-Mar 31 ‘14‡ $1,953 $3,320 $1,908 $1,390 $2,362 $1,345 $1,211 $2,058 $1,166

Travel any day.



Extra nights are available in Florence and Venice.

Because of the close proximity between hotels and train stations, transfers are on your own. Private transfers in Florence are available at an extra charge. easy hotel/train station transfer instructions will be provided in your documentation.

Florence and Venice bed taxes are not included in the vacation prices. Guests are required to make payment directly to the hotel at the time of check-out. Taxes are applicable to all hotel stays. Your Brendan Specialist will advise you at the time of booking the approximate amount you should budget. Bed tax amount is dependent on the hotel’s category rating.

Discover the Magic of Milan… Add 3 days to the beginning or end of your vacation in Italy’s fashion and design capital. Available from either Florence or Venice.

1 FlORence OR Venice / Milan

2 Milan, ciTY SiGHTSeeinG B

3 dePaRT Milan B

Your Travel Value includes One-way train ticket with reserved seat Florence or Venice/Milan • Breakfast daily (B) • An English-speaking local host • Hop-on Hop-off city tour • Airport transfer on Day 3

Your Personally Selected Hotel & TrainPReMieR Carlton Baglioni / 1st class ticket

FiRST claSS Hotel Hermitage / 2nd class ticket*

MOdeRaTe Hotel Flora / 2nd class ticket*

Price Per Person From: (Ref: BMl/BMV)

Twin $535-$551, depending on your choice of hotel and date of travel. Extra nights available in Milan.

* First class Train Upgrade From: $50 per person

Fall in Love with Rome… Add 3 days to the beginning or end of your vacation in magnificent Rome. Available from Florence, not Venice.

1 FlORence / ROMe

2 ROMe, ciTY SiGHTSeeinG B

3 dePaRT ROMe B

Your Travel Value includes One-way train ticket with reserved seat from Florence/Rome • Breakfast daily (B) • An English-speaking local host • Hop-on Hop-off city tour • Airport transfer on Day 3

Your Personally Selected Hotel & TrainPReMieR Grand Hotel De La Minerve or Hotel Ambasciatori Palace / 1st class ticketFiRST claSS Hotel Genova / 2nd class ticket* MOdeRaTe Hotel Montecarlo or Hotel Andreotti / 2nd class ticket*

Price Per Person From: (Ref: iFR)

Twin $473-$588, depending on your choice of hotel and date of travel Extra nights available in Rome. NOTE: Rome bed tax is not included in vacation prices.



lUna HOTel BaGliOni


SUPPleMenT PRiceS PeR PeRSOn FROMTWIN PREMIER FIRST CLASS MODERATE

2 Nights $252-$421 $482-$761 $438-$8283 Nights $486-$772 $668-$1,050 $657-$1,218

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Rome DISCoVErING roME ElITE WAlKING ToUr Your walk begins at Campo dei Fiori. On to see Piazza Farnese, Palazzo Spada and Piazza Navona. Visit the Pantheon, and learn the history and architectural secrets of the building. Finally, see Piazza Colonna, the Trevi Fountain and Piazza di Spagna. operates: Mon, Tue, Thu & Sat (Jan 1-Mar 15 & Nov 1-Dec 30); Daily (Mar 16-Oct 31); 9:30 a.m.; 3 hrsprice per person From: $85. Pick-up at your hotel available for an additional fee of approx. $13 per person.

IMpErIAl roME Visit the remarkable Colosseum. Then see Palatine Hill, the Forum, the Arch of Titus, Piazza Venezia and more.operates: Daily; 3:00 p.m.; 3 hrs

price per person From: $92

ThE VATICAN Visit the Vatican Museums which house one of the largest art collections in Europe. Next is the incredible Sistine Chapel. On to see the 16th century Bernini Staircase, then, in St. Peter’s Basilica, admire the Pietà, Michelangelo’s masterpiece.Note: During high season there may be some waiting time at the entrance to the museum. On Wednesdays, the Basilica will not be visited. Shorts and sleeveless tops are not permitted in the Basilica.

operates: Daily except Sundays & religious holidays; morning; 4 hrsprice per person From: $101

NAplES & poMpEII Journey south to Naples. Take a walking tour of the city. On to Pompeii for a visit. Buried by an eruption of Mt. Vesuvius in 79 A.D., the city and its inhabitants were both destroyed and preserved by the volcanic ash and debris.operates: Daily; 6:30 a.m.-9:30 p.m.price per person From: $195 includes lunch

Florence pISA Drive to the historic city of Pisa. See the Piazza dei Miracoli with the celebrated Leaning Tower and the Baptistery. Visit the Cathedral before returning to Florence. operates: Daily (Mar 16-Nov 15); Tue, Thu, Sat & Sun (Nov 16-Mar 15); 4½ hrsprice per person From: $91

TIrAMISU: ITAlY’S MoST popUlAr DESSErT Take a fun lesson, learning how to make authentic Italian tiramisu. You’ll also enjoy tasting three types of this rich and famous dessert. At the end of the class you will get complete recipes so you can prepare your own tiramisu at home! operates: Daily; 2:30 p.m.; 2 hrsprice per person From: $61

ChIANTI WINE TASTING IN A CASTlE Drive through the famous Chianti landscape and stop at an imposing medieval castle. Tour the cellars and the castle, followed by a tasting of a selection of fine wines.operates: Mon, Wed Thu, Sat & Sun; 2:00 p.m.; 5 hrsprice per person From: $190

Venice INSIDE VENICE Visit the Doge’s Palace and see the splendid staterooms, then cross the Bridge of Sighs for a view of the prisons. On to visit grand St. Mark’s Basilica. operates: Daily (Apr 1-Oct 31); 11:00 a.m.; 2 hrsprice per person From: $84

phoToGrAphY ToUr A professional photographer will instruct you on how to take expert photos at some lesser-visited sites in Venice. All you have to do is provide the camera (however modest). No previous experience is required. operates: Tue, Thu & Sun; 8:00 a.m. & 4:00 p.m.; 2 hrsprice per person From: $116

lEGENDS & GhoSTS oF VENICE Take an evening walk to discover unusual areas of the city, accompanied by tales, legends and anecdotes.operates: Daily (Apr 1-Oct 31); 8:00 p.m.; 1½ hrsprice per person From: $40

Sorrento poMpEII & VESUVIUS* operates: Tue & Sun (Apr 1-Oct 31); 9 a.m.-5 p.m.price per person From: $182

CAprI & ANACAprI* operates: Mon, Wed, Thu & Sat (Apr 1-Oct 31); 9 a.m.-5 p.m.price per person From: $207

ThE AMAlFI CoAST – poSITANo, AMAlFI & rAVEllo* operates: Mon, Tue, Wed & Sun, (Apr 1-Oct 31); 8:45 a.m.-5 p.m.price per person From: $141

Palermo MoNTE pEllEGrINo & MoNDEllo operates: Fri; 2 p.m.-6 p.m.price per person From: $85

AGrIGENTo & pIAZZA ArMErINA operates: Thu; 8:30 a.m.-6:30 p.m.price per person From: $216

CEFAlÙ & SANTo STEFANo DI CAMASTrA operates: Wed (Apr 1-Jun 15 & Sep 16-Mar 31) and Sat (Jun 16-Sep 15); 2:30 p.m.-7 p.m.price per person From: $142

ThE CoUNTrY hEArT oF SICIlY operates: Fri; 9 a.m.-5 p.m.price per person From: $229

Taormina SYrACUSE* operates: Mon & Thu; 7 a.m.-5 p.m.price per person From: $84

AlCANTArA & MoUNT ETNA* operates: 7 a.m.-4:30 p.m.price per person From: $80

IN ThE STEpS oF “ThE GoDFAThEr”* operates: Daily; 9:30 a.m. & 3:30 p.m.; 4½ hours.price per person From: $64

* Entrance fees not included.

ThE bErNINI STAIrCASEIN ThE VATICAN

yo u r p e r s o na l ly s e l e c t e d h ot e l s

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grand hotel de la minervepremier

A 5-star hotel housed in a 17th-century mansion overlooking the Pantheon

135 rooms and suites offer A/C, Internet access, a safe, TV and more


Concierge service, fitness room, laundry service

genovaFirst class

A 4-star hotel set in the Esquiline District, within walking distance of Termini Station

91 comfortable rooms offer A/C, a minibar, safe, TV and free WiFi


24-hour reception and concierge service

montecarlomoderate

A refined 3-star hotel in the old town center and near the Termini train station

44 stylish rooms feature A/C, a minibar, safe, TV and free WiFi

Bar and breakfast room

24-hour reception and tour desk

Rome

nh porta rossapremier

This 12th-century 4.5-star hotel is a historical landmark, close to the Duomo and art galleries

72 refined rooms feature A/C, a minibar, elegant furnishings, TV and free WiFi


24-hour front desk and laundry service

croce di maltaFirst class

A 4-star property set between the Arno River and Santa Maria Novella Train Station

98 rooms have Internet access, a minibar, satellite TV and more

2 bars and a restaurant

24-hr reception, seasonal pool and rooftop terrace

donatellomoderate

This 3-star hotel is near Fortezza da Basso and Piazza San Marco

60 rooms feature A/C, Internet access, sound-proofed windows, a TV and more


Garden courtyard and elevator

carlton caprimoderate

This romantic 3-star hotel is located in small square near the Piazzale Roma vaporetto stop

37 classic rooms feature A/C, a minibar, safe, TV and free WiFi

Bar, restaurant and breakfast room


carlton on the grand canalpremier

A lovely 4-star superior hotel opposite the Santa Lucia Train Station

150 rooms and suites have A/C, Internet access, a TV and more

Guaranteed canal view room for Brendan guests


Concierge, free entry to the Casino, inside patio

principeFirst class

Find this 4-star hotel on the banks of the Grand Canal, near the Santa Lucia Train Station

139 rooms and suites with A/C, a minibar, safe, TV and more

Bar and restaurant

24-hr reception, Internet access and private water taxi landing

Florence

Venice


AThENS TO AThENS

Athens & Mykonos


> Private airport transfers in Athens on Days 1 and 7/8/9

> Twin-bedded rooms in your selected, centrally located hotels or similar, hotel taxes and service charges



> Round-trip port/hotel transfers in Athens and Mykonos

> Round-trip high-speed ferry tickets in economy class from Athens/Mykonos

> Hop-on Hop-off city tour in Athens

> Sightseeing with local guide in Mykonos

> Travel documents

$1157FROm

LAND ONLY

28

7 DAYS

1 ARRIVE IN AThENS, GREECE

2 AThENS, CITY SIGhTSEEING B

3 AThENS / mYKONOS B

4 mYKONOS, ISLAND SIGhTSEEING B

5 mYKONOS, A FULL FREE DAY B

6 mYKONOS / AThENS B

7 DEpART AThENS B

MYKONOSMYKONOSATHENSATHENS

3

12

REF: GAJ

YOUR pERSONALLY SELECTED hOTELS

pREmIER Athens | Electra Palace Mykonos | Saint John

FIRST CLASS Athens | Hera Mykonos | Porto Mykonos

mODERATE Athens | Philippos Mykonos | Mykonian K Complex

8 DAYS








8 DEpART AThENS B

REF: GAK

9 DAYS









9 DEpART AThENS B

REF: GAL


4

12


5

12

PpREFER TO FLY TO ThE ISLANDS?For a shorter journey to and from the islands, upgrade to scheduled flights between Athens and Mykonos from only $450 per person.

1 OVERNIGhT STAY1 START CITY 1 END CITY

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ATHenSSee the highlights of Athens from a Hop-On Hop-Off coach, allowing you to view ancient and modern sights while you drive through the city. Or, get off the coach as often as you’d like to visit areas of particular interest (entrance fees not included).

MYKOnOS Walk along the narrow streets of Chora, the port and main town on Mykonos. There are many opportunities to take photographs as you stroll through the labyrinth of the old town. See the famous windmills and look for Petros the Pelican, the mascot of Mykonos. Then head out to explore the island by coach, viewing some of the most famous beaches and admiring the landscape. In the village of Ano Mera, an idyllic place not far from Chora, there is time for a stroll around the tradi tional square. Your next stop is Kalafatis Beach before returning to Chora for a free afternoon.


7 dAYS REF: GAJ

May 1-May 31 $1,589 $2,538 $1,355 $1,533 $2,343 $1,371 $1,157 $1,656 $1,042 Jun 1-Jun 30 $1,882 $3,122 $1,589 $1,700 $2,643 $1,519 $1,305 $1,951 $1,175 Jul 1-Aug 31 $2,058 $3,478 $1,727 $1,834 $2,847 $1,644 $1,486 $2,314 $1,345 Sep 1-Sep 30 $1,882 $3,122 $1,589 $1,700 $2,643 $1,519 $1,305 $1,951 $1,175 Oct 1-Oct 31 $1,589 $2,538 $1,355 $1,533 $2,343 $1,371 $1,157 $1,656 $1,0428 dAYS REF: GAK

May 1-May 31 $1,715 $2,791 $1,460 $1,702 $2,648 $1,523 $1,226 $1,783 $1,103 Jun 1-Jun 30 $2,106 $3,572 $1,771 $1,923 $3,047 $1,721 $1,424 $2,177 $1,282 Jul 1-Aug 31 $2,343 $4,045 $1,957 $2,108 $3,342 $1,890 $1,680 $2,676 $1,519 Sep 1-Sep 30 $2,106 $3,572 $1,771 $1,923 $3,047 $1,721 $1,424 $2,177 $1,282 Oct 1-Oct 31 $1,715 $2,791 $1,460 $1,702 $2,648 $1,523 $1,226 $1,783 $1,1039 dAYS REF: GAL

May 1-May 31 $1,842 $3,045 $1,565 $1,872 $2,952 $1,676 $1,296 $1,908 $1,167 Jun 1-Jun 30 $2,330 $4,021 $1,953 $2,147 $3,451 $1,923 $1,543 $2,403 $1,389 Jul 1-Aug 31 $2,627 $4,614 $2,187 $2,383 $3,835 $2,137 $1,872 $3,041 $1,694 Sep 1-Sep 30 $2,330 $4,021 $1,953 $2,147 $3,451 $1,923 $1,543 $2,403 $1,389 Oct 1-Oct 31 $1,842 $3,045 $1,565 $1,872 $2,952 $1,676 $1,296 $1,908 $1,167

Travel any day.


Extra nights are available in Athens.Memorable Private SightseeingPrivate sightseeing is available in Athens from $261 per person (2 guests) and in Mykonos from $497 per person (2 guests).

MYKOnOS

view OF THe AcROPOliS And PARTHenOn, ATHenS


AThENS TO AThENS

Athens & Santorini






> Round-trip port/hotel transfers in Athens and Santorini

> Round-trip high-speed ferry tickets in economy class from Athens/Santorini


> Sightseeing with a local guide in Santorini

> Travel documents

$1196FROm

LAND ONLY

30

7 DAYS



3 AThENS / SANTORINI B

4 SANTORINI, ISLAND SIGhTSEEING B

5 SANTORINI, A FULL FREE DAY B

6 SANTORINI / AThENS B

7 DEpART AThENS B

SANTORINISANTORINI

ATHENSATHENS

3

12

REF: GAG

YOUR pERSONALLY SELECTED hOTELS

pREmIER Athens | Electra Palace Santorini | Andronis Suites

FIRST CLASS Athens | Hera Santorini | Cliff Side

mODERATE Athens | Philippos Santorini | Astir Thiras

8 DAYS








8 DEpART AThENS B

REF: GAH

9 DAYS









9 DEpART AThENS B

REF: GAI

PpREFER TO FLY TO ThE ISLANDS?For a shorter journey to and from the islands, upgrade to scheduled flights between Athens and Santorini from only $450 per person.

SANTORINISANTORINI

ATHENSATHENS

4

12

SANTORINISANTORINI

ATHENSATHENS

5

12


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ATHenSSee the highlights of Athens from a Hop-On Hop-Off coach, allowing you to view ancient and modern sights while you drive through the city. Or, get off the coach as often as you’d like to visit areas of particular interest (entrance fees not included).

SAnTORini Travel to Profitis Ilias, the highest point on the island, for the panoramic view. On to famous Red Beach, near the village of Akrotiri. After a stop here, go on to the black beach of Perivolos where you can go for a swim. Next is the picturesque village of Megalohori with its typical traditional Cycladic houses and neoclassic buildings. On your return, visit a winery and enjoy a tasting. Afterwards, you’ll be taken back to your hotel, where the rest of the day is free.


7 dAYS REF: GAG


8 dAYS REF: GAH


9 dAYS REF: GAI


Travel any day.


Extra nights are available in Athens.Memorable Private SightseeingPrivate sightseeing is available in Athens from $261 per person (2 guests) and in Santorini from $497 per person (2 guests).

SAnTORini


AThENS TO AThENS

Athens, Mykonos & Santorini






> Round-trip port/hotel transfers in Athens, Mykonos and Santorini

> High-speed ferry tickets in economy class from Athens/Mykonos, Mykonos/Santorini and Santorini/Athens


> Sightseeing with a local guide in Mykonos and Santorini

> Travel documents

$1549FROm

LAND ONLY

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9 DAYS





5 mYKONOS / SANTORINI B



8 DEpART AThENS B


SANTORINISANTORINI

2

1 2

2

REF: GAA


pREmIER Athens | Electra Palace Mykonos | Saint John Santorini | Andronis Suites

FIRST CLASS Athens | Hera Mykonos | Porto Mykonos Santorini | Cliff Side

mODERATE Athens | Philippos Mykonos | Mykonian K Complex Santorini | Astir Thiras

9 DAYS









9 DEpART AThENS B

REF: GAB

10 DAYS










10 DEpART AThENS B

REF: GAC


SANTORINISANTORINI

3

1 2

2


SANTORINISANTORINI

3

1 2

3

PpREFER TO FLY TO ThE ISLANDS?For a shorter journey to and from the islands, upgrade to scheduled flights between Athens/Mykonos and Santorini/Athens from only $450 per person. Not available Mykonos/Santorini.

9 DAYS









9 DEpART AThENS B

REF: GAD


SANTORINISANTORINI

2

1 2

3


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ATHenSSee the highlights of Athens from a Hop-on Hop-off coach, allowing you to view ancient and modern sights while you drive through the city. Or, get off the coach as often as you’d like to visit areas of particular interest (entrance fees not included).

MYKOnOS Walk along the narrow streets of Chora, the port and main town on Mykonos. See the famous windmills and look for Petros the Pelican, the mascot of Mykonos. Then head out to explore the island by coach, view ing some of the most famous beaches and admiring the landscape. In the village of Ano Mera, an idyllic place not far from Chora, there is time for a stroll around the tradi tional square. Your next stop is Kalafatis Beach before returning to Chora.

SAnTORini Travel to Profitis Ilias, the highest point on the island, for the panoramic view. On to Red Beach, near the village of Akrotiri. After a stop here, go on to the black beach of Perivolos where you can go for a swim. Next is the picturesque village of Megalohori with its typical traditional Cycladic houses and neoclassic buildings. On your return, visit a winery and enjoy a tasting. Afterwards, you’ll be taken back to your hotel, where the balance of the day is free.


8 dAYS REF: GAA May 1-May 31 $3,128 $5,236 $2,611 $2,066 $3,106 $1,828 $1,549 $2,094 $1,436 Jun 1-Jun 30 $3,274 $5,527 $2,722 $2,177 $3,306 $1,927 $1,702 $2,377 $1,563 Jul 1-Aug 31 $3,496 $5,972 $2,896 $2,320 $3,538 $2,060 $1,844 $2,680 $1,700 Sep 1-Sep 30 $3,274 $5,527 $2,722 $2,177 $3,306 $1,927 $1,702 $2,377 $1,563 Oct 1-Oct 31 $3,128 $5,236 $2,611 $2,066 $3,106 $1,828 $1,549 $2,094 $1,4369 dAYS REF: GAB May 1-May 31 $3,255 $5,489 $2,716 $2,234 $3,411 $1,981 $1,618 $2,221 $1,498 Jun 1-Jun 30 $3,447 $5,871 $2,864 $2,401 $3,710 $2,129 $1,820 $2,603 $1,670 Jul 1-Aug 31 $3,780 $6,539 $3,126 $2,593 $4,033 $2,308 $2,038 $3,043 $1,874 Sep 1-Sep 30 $3,447 $5,871 $2,864 $2,401 $3,710 $2,129 $1,820 $2,603 $1,670 Oct 1-Oct 31 $3,255 $5,489 $2,716 $2,234 $3,411 $1,981 $1,618 $2,221 $1,4989 dAYS REF: GAD May 1-May 31 $3,772 $6,521 $3,102 $2,248 $3,473 $1,965 $1,614 $2,209 $1,498 Jun 1-Jun 30 $3,944 $6,866 $3,231 $2,359 $3,673 $2,064 $1,791 $2,538 $1,646 Jul 1-Aug 31 $4,166 $7,312 $3,405 $2,532 $3,964 $2,225 $1,955 $2,878 $1,799 Sep 1-Sep 30 $3,944 $6,866 $3,231 $2,359 $3,673 $2,064 $1,791 $2,538 $1,646 Oct 1-Oct 31 $3,772 $6,521 $3,102 $2,248 $3,473 $1,965 $1,614 $2,209 $1,49810 dAYS REF: GAC May 1-May 31 $3,898 $6,775 $3,205 $2,419 $3,778 $2,118 $1,684 $2,335 $1,559 Jun 1-Jun 30 $4,116 $7,212 $3,373 $2,583 $4,077 $2,266 $1,910 $2,761 $1,751 Jul 1-Aug 31 $4,451 $7,880 $3,635 $2,807 $4,457 $2,472 $2,149 $3,243 $1,973 Sep 1-Sep 30 $4,116 $7,212 $3,373 $2,583 $4,077 $2,266 $1,910 $2,761 $1,751 Oct 1-Oct 31 $3,898 $6,775 $3,205 $2,419 $3,778 $2,118 $1,684 $2,335 $1,559

Travel any day.


Extra nights are available in Athens.

Memorable Private SightseeingPrivate sightseeing is available in Athens from $261 per person (2 guests) and in Mykonos or Santorini from $497 per person (2 guests).

viSiT THe Scenic iSlAnd OF SAnTORini

MYKOnOS

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Athens ATHENS SIGHTSEEING A morning to relive the glorious past and admire the striking modern structures of the city. Visit the Acropolis to see the Parthenon. See the Temple of Zeus, the Monument to the Unknown Soldier and more. End your tour with a visit to the Acropolis Museum.operates: Daily except Mon; 8:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.


operates: Mon without the Museum visit; 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.


ATHENS FooD ToUr Take a tasty walking tour of the Greek capital! You’ll learn about traditional foods as you stroll from bakeries to delicatessens to grocery stores, sampling sweets and savories along the way. End your tour at the bustling Varvakeios food market.operates: Daily except Sun (no tours on Jan 1, Mar 25, Good Friday, Easter, May 1 and Dec 25 & 26); 9:30 a.m.-1:00 p.m.


ACropolIS & CITY ToUr Visit the archaeological museum at the Syntagma Square Metro Station. On to see

the Monument to the Unknown Soldier. View the Temple of Zeus and Hadrian’s Arch before heading to the Plaka. Then, walk up to see the Parthenon atop the Acropolis*.

operates: Daily (no tours on Jan 1, Mar 25, Good Friday, Easter, May 1 and Dec 25 & 26); 9:30 a.m.; 3 hrs


ACropolIS, CITY ToUr & ACropolIS MUSEUM From the Syntagma Metro Station with its collection of antiquities to the Monument to the Unknown Soldier with its Evzone guards and more, you’ll see the best of Athens. Next, view the Parthenon crowning the Acropolis*. Then visit the Acropolis Museum*, housing stunning sculptures, art work and more remnants of the ancient civilization that once thrived here.

operates: Daily except Mon (no tours on Jan 1, Mar 25, Good Friday, Easter, May 1 and Dec 25 & 26); 9:30 a.m.; 5 hrs


ATHENS BY NIGHT Drive through the city and see the illuminated Acropolis. Then on for a visit of the Museum of Ancient Greek Musical Instruments. Next, head to the Plaka and a favorite restaurant for dinner and a folklore show.

operates: Tue, Wed, Thu & Sat.; 8:15 p.m.-12:00 a.m.

price per person From: $88 (drinks not included)

ArGolIS Head out of Athens and travel to Mycenae. See the Beehive Tombs and Treasury of Atreus, and hear the tale of Agamemnon’s murder! On to Nauplia, the first capital of Greece, then continue to Epidaurus. See the ancient theatre, still in use today. Later, return to Athens. operates: Tue, Wed, Thu & Sat; 8:30 a.m.- 7:00 p.m


DElpHI Travel north through Levadia and Arachova to Delphi. Considered in ancient times to be the center of the world, it was here that the famous Oracle of Apollo was located. Walk along the Sacred Way to the sanctuary, and

see the site of the Pythian Games, second only to the Olympics in the days of old. Later, return to Athens. operates: Daily; 8:30 a.m.-7:00 p.m.


oNE DAY CrUISE Transfer to the port at Piraeus and board your ship for a full day adventure! Setting sail, your first stop is on Hydra. Your time is free in this mecca for painters, craftsmen and photographers. Then on to Aegina. Stroll through the village and perhaps stop at one of the markets. Enjoy lunch on board as you cruise to Poros. Here, climb to the bell tower to take in the spectacular views. Back on board your ship, delight in a Greek folklore show as you sail back to Piraeus, then transfer to Athens.operates: Daily; 7:30 a.m.-7:00 p.m.

price per person From: $141 includes lunch

Santorini AKroTIrI See the Akrotiri excavations*, then head to Red Beach for photos. Next is the Perivolos black sand beach, where you may want to go for a swim. Admire the views as you return, making stops at Megalochori and the Wine Promotion Center to learn the wine-making process from grape pressing to bottling. operates: Daily except Mon; 9:45 a.m.-5:00 p.m.


Mykonos DEloS Travel to Delos, the sacred island of Apollo and Artemis. Now deserted, the island is home to the ruins of the Temple of Apollo, the sanctuary of Artemis, the theatre and Lion Street. At the museum, there are displays of Archaic, Classic, Hellenistic and Roman sculptures, as well as other items from everyday life in ancient times. operates: Daily except Mon; 10:30 a.m.-1:30 or 2:30 p.m.


* Entrance fees not included.

THE EvzoNE GUArDS AT THEMoNUMENT To THE UNKNowN SolDIEr


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electra palace hotelpreMIer

This 5-star neo-classical hotel and Spa is located in the historic Plaka, near the Acropolis

155 rooms and suites offer A/C, Internet access, a minibar, safe, TV and more

Breakfast room, 2 restaurants and a bar

24-hour reception, indoor pool and gym

hera hotelFIrst class

A 4-star boutique hotel set in the heart of Athens

38 stylish rooms offer A/C, a minibar, satellite TV and free WiFi

Bar and restaurant

Concierge desk, laundry service and rooftop terrace

phIlIppos hotelModerate

A 3-star family owned hotel in the old city district, just minutes from the Acropolis

50 modern rooms feature A/C, Internet access, a safe and TV

Breakfast room, coffee shop and bar

24-hour reception and laundry service

Athens

saInt John hotel VIllas & spa preMIer

An idyllic stunning oasis, this 5-star resort is located on a magnificent private beach

136 luxurious rooms and suites feature A/C, balcony or veranda, a TV, free WiFi and more

2 bars and 4 restaurants

Breakfast room, Spa, swimming pools and tennis

porto MyKonos FIrst class

This romantic 4-star hotel overlooks the port and is a short stroll away from Mykonos town

60 rooms offer A/C, a balcony or patio, minibar, TV, free WiFi and more

2 bars, 2 restaurants and breakfast room

Concierge desk, health club, library and pool

MyKonIan K coMpleX Moderate

This 3-star hotel is located in the heart of Mykonos town

138 stylish rooms feature A/C, a balcony, Internet access, safe and TV

Bar and restaurant

Concierge desk, pools, spa and tennis courts

astIr thIra Moderate

A beautiful 3-star hotel close to the town of Fira with a spectacular view of the caldera

23 comfortable rooms offer A/C, a balcony, safe, TV and free WiFi

Bar, cafe and breakfast room

Concierge desk and pool

andronIs suItes preMIer

A luxury 5-star resort carved into the Caldera cliff with heavenly views of the Aegean Sea

22 romantic suites offer a balcony, a CD player, TV, Jacuzzi, a minibar, safe and free WiFi

Breakfast room and fine dining restaurant

Concierge, laundry service, pool and Spa

clIFF sIde suItesFIrst class

This magnificent 4-star hotel is situated on a cliff a short distance from Fira town

23 cave-like rooms feature A/C, a balcony, TV, CD player, Internet access, a minibar and safe

Pool bar and breakfast room

24-hour reception, airport shuttle and pool

Mykonos

Santorini


zAgREb TO DubROVNIk

Zagreb, Split & Dubrovnik

YOuR TRAVEL VALuE INCLuDES

> Private airport transfers in Zagreb on Day 1 and Dubrovnik on Day 7/8/10


> Breakfast daily (b)


> First class train transportation Zagreb/Split

> Private car transportation Split/Dubrovnik

> Sightseeing with local guide in Zagreb, Split and Dubrovnik

> Travel documents

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7 DAYS

1 ARRIVE IN zAgREb, CROATIA

2 zAgREb, CITY SIghTSEEINg b

3 zAgREb / SpLIT b

4 SpLIT, CITY SIghTSEEINg b

5 SpLIT / DubROVNIk b

6 DubROVNIk, CITY SIghTSEEINg b

7 DEpART DubROVNIk b

CroatiaZAGREBZAGREB

SPLITSPLIT

DUBROVNIKDUBROVNIK

Bosnia &Herzegovina

Slovenia

To/FromLjubljana Extension 2

2

2

REF: CZS

YOuR pERSONALLY SELECTED hOTELS

pREmIER Zagreb | Hotel Westin Split | Hotel AtriumDubrovnik | Hotel Argentina or Excelsior

FIRST CLASS Zagreb | Hotel Palace Split | Hotel President Dubrovnik | Lacroma

mODERATE Zagreb | Hotel LagunaSplit | Hotel Art Dubrovnik | Hotel Laro

8 DAYS



3 zAgREb / SpLIT b


5 SpLIT, A FuLL FREE DAY b




CroatiaZAGREBZAGREB

SPLITSPLIT

DUBROVNIKDUBROVNIK

Bosnia &Herzegovina

Slovenia


2

3

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3 zAgREb, A FuLL FREE DAY b

4 zAgREb / SpLIT b


6 SpLIT, A FuLL FREE DAY b



9 DubROVNIk, A FuLL FREE DAY b


CroatiaZAGREBZAGREB

SPLITSPLIT

DUBROVNIKDUBROVNIK

Bosnia &Herzegovina

Slovenia


3

3

REF: CZD


For added flexibility, you can choose to start your vacation in either Zagreb or Dubrovnik

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ZAGReBDiscover the highlights of the Croatian capital on a morning city and walking tour. With a history dating back to 1094, there is much to see here. In the “Upper Town,” snap photos of the Cathedral of Mary’s Assumption and the Gothic Church of St. Mark. Then, visit the “Lower Town,” featuring the main square of Jelacic.

SPliTDiscover Split, the largest city in the Dalmatia area and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Explore this 1,700-year-old city during your half-day morning city and walking tour. View remnants of the city’s Roman heritage, its Renaissance and Gothic structures, and its contemporary attractions.

dUBROVniKImmerse yourself in the beauty of Dubrovnik, a UNESCO Cultural Heritage site, with your private local guide. Surrounded by ramparts and fortresses, this ancient town is a treasure trove of architectural and cultural master pieces, carefully preserved over the centuries. Take a pleasant walk past the Rector’s Palace, Franciscan Monastery with its 14th-century Pharmacy, and more.


7 dAYS REF: CZS

Apr 1-Apr 30 $1,784 $3,032 $1,741 $1,602 $2,724 $1,559 $1,332 $2,265 $1,289 May 1-May 31 $1,813 $3,083 $1,771 $1,620 $2,755 $1,578 $1,426 $2,424 $1,383 Jun 1-Jun 30 $1,862 $3,165 $1,819 $1,654 $2,812 $1,612 $1,458 $2,479 $1,416 Jul 1-Aug 31 $2,083 $3,541 $2,041 $1,944 $3,304 $1,901 $1,488 $2,530 $1,446 Sep 1-Sep 30 $1,951 $3,317 $1,908 $1,798 $3,056 $1,755 $1,458 $2,479 $1,416 Oct 1-Oct 31 $1,913 $3,252 $1,870 $1,781 $3,027 $1,738 $1,426 $2,424 $1,3838 dAYS REF: CZZ

Apr 1-Apr 30 $1,911 $3,249 $1,862 $1,734 $2,948 $1,684 $1,417 $2,410 $1,367 May 1-May 31 $1,941 $3,300 $1,891 $1,752 $2,979 $1,703 $1,525 $2,593 $1,475 Jun 1-Jun 30 $1,989 $3,382 $1,940 $1,786 $3,037 $1,737 $1,558 $2,648 $1,508 Jul 1-Aug 31 $2,211 $3,759 $2,161 $2,076 $3,529 $2,026 $1,588 $2,699 $1,538 Sep 1-Sep 30 $2,079 $3,534 $2,029 $1,930 $3,280 $1,880 $1,558 $2,648 $1,508 Oct 1-Oct 31 $2,041 $3,469 $1,991 $1,913 $3,252 $1,863 $1,525 $2,593 $1,47510 dAYS REF: CZD

Apr 1-Apr 30 $2,224 $3,780 $2,160 $1,947 $3,310 $1,883 $1,588 $2,699 $1,524 May 1-May 31 $2,254 $3,831 $2,190 $1,965 $3,341 $1,901 $1,695 $2,883 $1,632 Jun 1-Jun 30 $2,302 $3,914 $2,238 $1,999 $3,399 $1,935 $1,771 $3,010 $1,707 Jul 1-Aug 31 $2,553 $4,341 $2,489 $2,332 $3,963 $2,268 $1,801 $3,062 $1,737 Sep 1-Sep 30 $2,391 $4,065 $2,327 $2,143 $3,642 $2,079 $1,771 $3,010 $1,707 Oct 1-Oct 31 $2,353 $4,000 $2,289 $2,126 $3,614 $2,062 $1,695 $2,883 $1,632

Travel any day.


Extra nights are available in Zagreb and Dubrovnik.

Because of the close proximity between hotels and train stations, transfers are on your own in Zagreb and Split. Private transfers are available at an extra charge. easy hotel/train station transfer instructions will be provided in your documentation.

Add Ljubljana to your vacationAdd 3 days to the beginning or end of your vacation. Available from Zagreb, not Dubrovnik.

dAY

1 ZAGReB / lJUBlJAnA, SlOVeniA After breakfast, embark on your first class train journey to charming Ljubljana.

2 lJUBlJAnA. ciTY SiGHTSeeinG On a walking tour see Old Town, the Baroque Town Hall, famous Robba Fountain, the open-air market, St. Nicholas Cathedral, Triple Bridge, Dragon Bridge and more. B

3 dePART lJUBlJAnA You will be transferred to airport where your vacation ends. B

Your Travel Value includes First class train transportation Zagreb/Ljubljana • Breakfast daily (B) • Half-day city walking tour • local host • Airport transfer on Day 3

Your Personally Selected ljubljana HotelPReMieR Grand Hotel Union BusinessFiRST clASS Hotel LevMOdeRATe Central Hotel

Price Per Person From: Twin $447-$518, depending on your choice of hotel and date of travel. Extra nights are available.

DUBROVNIK WAS FOUNDED IN THE 7TH CENTURY

Cr oat iaZAGREBZAGREB

SPLITSPLIT

HVARHVAR

DUBROVNIKDUBROVNIK

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ADRIATICSEA

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Post Extension

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1

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Dubrovnik, Dalmatian Coast & Zagreb


> Private airport transfers in Dubrovnik on Day 1 and Zagreb on Day 9




> Ferry transportation Dubrovnik/ Korcula/Hvar (Stari Grad) - deck tickets

> Catamaran transportation Hvar/Split - deck tickets

> First Class train transportation Split/Zagreb

> Sightseeing with a local guide in Dubrovnik, Split and Zagreb

> Travel documents

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PRICES PER PERSON FROm* REF: ECR PREmIER FIRST CLASS mODERATE Twin Single Triple Twin Single Triple Twin Single Triple

Apr 1-Apr 30 $2,049 $3,483 $1,992 $1,664 $2,829 $1,607 $1,356 $2,305 $1,299May 1-May 31 $2,079 $3,534 $2,022 $1,683 $2,860 $1,626 $1,413 $2,401 $1,356Jun 1-Jun 30 $2,127 $3,617 $2,070 $1,717 $2,918 $1,660 $1,434 $2,438 $1,377Jul 1-Aug 31 $2,349 $3,993 $2,292 $2,006 $3,411 $1,950 $1,579 $2,684 $1,522Sep 1-Sep 30 $2,217 $3,769 $2,160 $1,860 $3,162 $1,803 $1,478 $2,513 $1,421Oct 1-Oct 31 $2,178 $3,703 $2,121 $1,843 $3,134 $1,786 $1,457 $2,476 $1,400

Arrive Dubrovnik any mon or Thu.


Extra nights are available in Dubrovnik and Zagreb.

Because of the close proximity between hotels and pier/coach terminal, transfers are on your own. Private transfers are available at an extra charge. Easy hotel/pier/coach terminal transfer instructions will be provided in your documentation.

YOUR PERSONALLY SELECTED hOTELS

PREmIER Dubrovnik | Hotel Argentina or ExcelsiorHvar | Hotel Adriana or Hotel RivaSplit | Atrium Hotel Zagreb | Hotel Westin

FIRST CLASS Dubrovnik | Valamar Lacroma Hvar | Amfora Hvar Grand Beach Resort – room with balcony Split | Hotel PresidentZagreb | Palace Hotel

mODERATE Dubrovnik | Hotel Lero Hvar | Amfora Hvar Grand Beach Resort – standard roomSplit | Hotel ArtZagreb | Hotel Laguna

NOTE: The ferry from Dubrovnik/Korcula & Korcula/Hvar, only operates on Sundays and Thursdays, from Jun to Sep. In the event that the ferries are not available, a private car transfer will be provided. Program and ferry schedules are subject to change.

DUBROVNIK TO ZAGREB

1 ARRIVE IN DUBROVNIK, CROATIA On arrival, you are met and transferred to your hotel. Meet your local host who will provide you with valuable information for your stay.

2 DUBROVNIK. CITY SIGhTSEEING This morning, join your local guide on a walking tour of this ancient city of archi tec-tural and cultural masterpieces. See the Rector’s Palace, the Franciscan Monastery with its 14th century Pharmacy and more. B

3 DUBROVNIK. A FULL FREE DAY Enjoy full day to explore this magical city. Ask your local host about optional excursions. B

4 DUBROVNIK / hVAR (STARI GRAD) Make your way to the nearby pier for your morning ferry to the island of Hvar. B

5 hVAR. A FULL FREE DAY Enjoy a full day exploring sunny Hvar. B

6 hVAR / SPLIT. CITY SIGhTSEEING This morning, embark on your catamaran to Split, the largest city in Dalamatia and a UNESCO World Heritage site. On an after noon sightseeing tour, view remnants of the city’s Roman heritage, its Renaissance and Gothic structures, and its contemporary attractions. B

7 SPLIT / ZAGREB This morning, make your way to the train station for your first class train journey to Zagreb, the vibrant capital city of Croatia. B

8 ZAGREB. CITY SIGhTSEEING On a morning tour, view highlights including the Cathedral of Mary’s Assumption in Upper Town and the main square of Jelacic in the Lower Town. B

9 DEPART ZAGREB You will be transferred to Zagreb Airport where your vacation ends or the train station if extending your trip to Ljubljana. B

DAY

Add Ljubljana to the end of your vacation

1 ZAGREB / LJUBLJANA, SLOVENIA After breakfast, embark on your first class train journey to charming Ljubljana.

2 LJUBLJANA. CITY SIGhTSEEING On a walking tour see Old Town, the Baroque Town Hall, famous Robba Fountain, the open-air market, St. Nicholas Cathedral, Triple Bridge, Dragon Bridge and more. B

3 DEPART LJUBLJANA You will be transferred to airport where your vacation ends. B

Your Travel Value Includes First class train transportation Zagreb/Ljubljana • Breakfast daily B • Half-day city walking tour • An English-speaking local host • Airport transfer on Day 3

Your Personally Selected Ljubljana hotelsPREmIER Grand Hotel Union BusinessFIRST CLASS Hotel LevmODERATE Central Hotel

Price Per Person From: Twin $447-$518, depending on your choice of hotel and date of travel. Available from Zagreb, not Dubrovnik.

DAY

1 OVERNIGhT STAY

1 START CITY

1 END CITY

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Croatia & SloveniaExplorE

Dubrovnik DUBroVNIK pANorAMA & CITY ToUr Surrounded by ramparts and fortresses, this ancient town is a treasure trove of cultural and architectural masterpieces. Take in a panoramic view of the city, then continue with a walking tour. Visit the Rector’s Palace and the Franciscan Monastery with its 14th century Pharmacy. operates: Tue (May 1-Oct 1); 4 hrs


MEDJUGorJE Experience the pilgrimage site of Medjugorje and discover the phenomenon that has made this one of the most famous places throughout the Catholic world. Attend Mass, then you may wish to visit the Apparition Hill where the Virgin Mary first appeared.Note: Valid passport required.

operates: Wed (May 15-Oct 1); 8 hrs


MoSTAr Mostar has seen varied cultures and religions over the centuries, each of them leaving its own traces on the city. Drive along the coast, then turn inland through Herzegovina and

continue to Mostar. A guided tour will show you the city highlights, including the old bazaar and a typical Turkish house.Note: Valid passport required.

operates: Wed, Thu & Sat (May 5-Oct 1); 8 hrs


MoNTENEGro The Montenegro coast offers natural beauty and historical sites. Your journey takes you to the mouth of the Bay of Kotor and on through the towns of Risan and Perast to Cetinje. Visit King Nikola’s museum, then return to the coast for a ferry ride across the bay to Dubrovnik.Note: Valid passport required.

operates: Mon, Wed & Fri (May 1-Oct 1); 8 hrs


KorCUlA BY hYDroFoIl Local legends say that Korcula is the birth-place of Marco Polo. A city tour includes visits to cultural and historical monuments, including the Treasury of the Abbey, the City Museum and the Museum of Icons. The rest of the day is free to shop or stroll through town before returning to Dubrovnik.operates: Sat (May 1-Sep 30); 8 hrs


LjubljanaBlED Travel to the pretty town of Bled, set on Lake Bled. You’ll see why this has been a favorite vacation spot for aristocratic guests for over 100 years. Visit the castle, perched on a cliff above the lake, then ride in a “pletna” or water taxi to the island in the middle of the lake. Later, return to Ljubljana.operates: Thu; 6 hrs

price per person From: $274 (private tour)

BlED & BohINJ Drive to Bled, a picturesque town in the Julian Alps. There’s time to take in the spectacular scenery, then head to Bohinj, situated on glacial Bohinj Lake. A short walk will bring you to Savica Waterfall. You might want to visit St. John’s Church or take a cable car ride up Mt. Vogel (both additional expense) before returning to Ljubljana.operates: Sun; 9 hrs


poSToJNA CAVE & prEDJAMA CASTlE Journey to the Postojna Cave, 13 miles long and over two million years old. See stalactites and stalagmites as you ride on the electric train and walk through the cave. On to Predjama Castle, set dramatically on a 400-foot-high cliff. After a visit to the castle, return to Ljubljana. Note: Warm clothing and comfortable shoes recommended.

operates: Mon, Wed & Thu; 6 hrs

price per person From: $307 (private tour) MoSTAr

lAKE BlED


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hotel arGentInapreMIer

A historic 5-star hotel located on the Adriatic Sea with views over Old Town • 127 rooms offer A/C, a minibar, TV, free WiFi and more • 3 restaurants, Piano Bar, beach restaurant and breakfast room • Private beach nearby, indoor/outdoor pool, Spa

lacroMa ValaMar duBroVnIKFIrst class

This stunning 4-star hotel is set on the Babin Kuk peninsula • 385 modern rooms feature A/C, a TV, minibar, safe and free WiFi • Fine dining and buffet restaurant with terraces • Concierge desk, 2 pools, beach access and Spa

hotel leroModerate

A newly remodeled 3-star hotel in the center of Dubrovnik, walking distance to Old Town • 155 contemporary rooms offer A/C, a satellite TV, and free WiFi • Bar, 2 restaurants and breakfast room • Pool and nearby beach

Dubrovnik

hotel laGunaModerate

A 3-star hotel located in the center of Zagreb, close to shopping and attractions • 160 spacious rooms offer A/C, a TV and free WiFi • Bar and free parking • 24-hour reception

westInpreMIer

A 5-star hotel near the Mimara Museum and Croatian National Theater • 378 rooms and suites with free Internet, a minibar and more • Bar, restaurant and café • 24-hour reception, gym, massage treatments, parking, pool and sauna

hotel palaceFIrst class

Find this 4-star hotel on Josip Juraj Strossmayer Square, at Zrinjevac City Park • 123 rooms and suites have A/C, a safe, TV, WiFi access and more • Café and restaurant • Concierge, dry cleaning service, parking

Zagreb

hotel atrIuMpreMIer

This 5-star property is located in the city center, near Diocletian’s Palace and shopping • 124 rooms are equipped with A/C, a minibar, safe, TV and more • Bar and restaurant • Fitness room, indoor pool, Spa, Finnish sauna

hotel presIdentFIrst class

A 4-star urban hotel situated in the center of town, at the foot of famous Marjan Hill • 73 elegantly furnished rooms feature A/C, a minibar, safe, TV, Jacuzzi bath and free WiFi • Bar and restaurant • Concierge desk, Spa and terrace

art hotelModerate

This comfortable 3.5-star hotel is within walking distance of Diocletian’s Palace • 36 spacious rooms offer A/C, a minibar, safe, TV and free WiFi • Bar and restaurant • 24-hour reception and fitness center

Split

hotel adrIanapreMIer

This boutique 5-star hotel boasts spectacular views of the town and marina • 59 intimate rooms feature A/C, a minibar, TV, down pillows and bedding and free WiFi • Rooftop bar and marina-front restaurant • 24-hour reception, rooftop pool and Spa

hotel aMFora (room with balcony)FIrst class

A 4-star hotel tucked away in a tranquil bay, only a short walk from the historic city • 324 contemporary rooms and suites feature A/C, a minibar, safe, TV and free WiFi • Bar and 4 restaurants • Beach club, concierge desk, pool and Spa

hotel aMFora (room without balcony)Moderate

A 4-star hotel tucked away in a tranquil bay, only a short walk from the historic city • 324 contemporary rooms and suites feature A/C, a minibar, safe, TV and free WiFi • Bar and 4 restaurants • Beach club, concierge desk, pool and Spa

Hvar

Western Europeincluding the United Kingdom & Ireland

the eiffel tower in paris was built for the world’s fairto demonstrate that iron could be as strong as stonewhile being infinitely lighter. 41


LONDON TO PARIS


> Private airport transfers in London on Day 1 and Paris on Day 5/6/7/8




> High-speed train transportation London/Paris aboard the Eurostar

> Hop-on Hop-off city tours in London and Paris

> Travel documents

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5 DAYS

1 ARRIVE IN LONDON, ENGLAND

2 LONDON, CITY SIGhTSEEING B

3 LONDON / PARIS, FRANCE B

4 PARIS, CITY SIGhTSEEING B

5 DEPART PARIS B

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YOUR PERSONALLY SELECTED hOTELS & TRANSPORTATION

PREmIER London | Hilton on Park Lane or similar Paris | Hotel de Vigny or similarTrain | Standard Premier class ticket with reserved seat

FIRST CLASS London | Holiday Inn Regents Park or Danubius Hotel Regents Park (for triples) Paris | Hotel Arioso or Normandy Hotel Train* | Standard class ticket with reserved seat

mODERATE London | Holiday Inn Express Earls Court or Imperial Hotel Paris | Hotel Villa Modigliani or Hotel Provinces OperaTrain* | Standard class ticket with reserved seat

6 DAYS





5 PARIS, A FULL FREE DAY B

6 DEPART PARIS B

REF: ELF

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3 LONDON, A FULL FREE DAY B




7 DEPART PARIS B

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8 DEPART PARIS B

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* UPGRADE YOUR RAIL EXPERIENCE!For an even more comfortable train journey, upgrade to Standard Premier class from only $213 per person. Enjoy extra spacious seats, a light meal and drinks served at your seat and complimentary magazines on board.

For added flexibility, you can choose to start your vacation in either London or Paris, as well as Rome.

London & Parisplus Rome option

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lOndOn Discover London your own way on a Hop-on Hop-off tour. View the city’s landmarks such as Buckingham Palace, the Houses of Parliament, Westminster Abbey, Big Ben, the London Eye and more. You decide which you want to view from the coach and which you want to explore in depth (entrance fees not included). There are more than 70 stops along the way.

PARiS Enjoy a sightseeing tour of Paris from the comfort of a Hop-on Hop-off double-decker coach. View all the landmarks such as, the Opéra, Place Vendôme, Concorde Square, Champs-Elysées Avenue, Arch of Triumph, Eiffel Tower, Invalides, Orsay Museum, The Louvre, Notre-Dame Cathedral, Sorbonne, Pantheon Church and more (entrance fees not included).


5 dAYS REF: ELZ Apr 1-30 $1,897 $3,225 $1,869 $1,271 $2,161 $1,243 $1,083 $1,842 $1,055 May 1-Jun 30 $1,970 $3,348 $1,941 $1,417 $2,410 $1,389 $1,193 $2,028 $1,164 Jul 1-Aug 31 $1,883 $3,201 $1,855 $1,369 $2,327 $1,340 $1,101 $1,872 $1,072 Sep 1-Oct 31 $2,068 $3,515 $2,039 $1,417 $2,410 $1,389 $1,193 $2,028 $1,164 Nov 1-Dec 31‡ $2,068 $3,515 $2,039 $1,417 $2,410 $1,389 $1,193 $2,028 $1,164 Jan 1-Mar 31 ‘14‡ $2,068 $3,515 $2,039 $1,417 $2,410 $1,389 $1,193 $2,028 $1,1646 dAYS REF: ELF Apr 1-30 $2,168 $3,686 $2,133 $1,460 $2,482 $1,424 $1,214 $2,065 $1,179 May 1-Jun 30 $2,244 $3,814 $2,208 $1,626 $2,765 $1,590 $1,318 $2,241 $1,282 Jul 1-Aug 31 $2,127 $3,617 $2,092 $1,548 $2,631 $1,512 $1,220 $2,073 $1,184 Sep 1-Oct 31 $2,244 $3,814 $2,208 $1,626 $2,765 $1,590 $1,318 $2,241 $1,282 Nov 1-Dec 31‡ $2,234 $3,798 $2,196 $1,625 $2,763 $1,588 $1,281 $2,177 $1,243 Jan 1-Mar 31 ‘14‡ $2,234 $3,798 $2,196 $1,625 $2,763 $1,588 $1,281 $2,177 $1,2437 dAYS REF: ELP Apr 1-30 $2,397 $4,075 $2,354 $1,555 $2,644 $1,512 $1,417 $2,410 $1,375 May 1-Jun 30 $2,549 $4,332 $2,506 $1,786 $3,037 $1,744 $1,460 $2,482 $1,417 Jul 1-Aug 31 $2,397 $4,075 $2,354 $1,555 $2,644 $1,512 $1,417 $2,410 $1,375 Sep 1-Oct 31 $2,549 $4,332 $2,506 $1,786 $3,037 $1,744 $1,460 $2,482 $1,417 Nov 1-Dec 31‡ $2,517 $4,279 $2,472 $1,633 $2,776 $1,588 $1,488 $2,530 $1,443 Jan 1-Mar 31 ‘14‡ $2,517 $4,279 $2,472 $1,633 $2,776 $1,588 $1,488 $2,530 $1,4438 dAYS REF: EEP Apr 1-30 $2,695 $4,582 $2,645 $1,801 $3,062 $1,751 $1,558 $2,648 $1,508 May 1-Jun 30 $2,856 $4,855 $2,806 $2,073 $3,524 $2,024 $1,602 $2,724 $1,552 Jul 1-Aug 31 $2,768 $4,704 $2,718 $1,833 $3,117 $1,784 $1,558 $2,648 $1,508 Sep 1-Oct 31 $2,856 $4,855 $2,806 $2,073 $3,524 $2,024 $1,602 $2,724 $1,552 Nov 1-Dec 31‡ $2,906 $4,940 $2,854 $1,925 $3,273 $1,873 $1,636 $2,781 $1,583 Jan 1-Mar 31 ‘14‡ $2,906 $4,940 $2,854 $1,925 $3,273 $1,873 $1,636 $2,781 $1,583

Travel any day.



Extra nights are available in London and Paris.


Discover Rome ...add a Rome City Break!Add 2 nights in the “Eternal City” of Rome to the beginning or end of your vacation.

1 ARRiVe in ROMe, iTAlY At Rome Airport, you will be met and transferred to your hotel. Your local host is available to help plan the exciting days ahead.

2 ROMe, ciTY SiGHTSeeinG Discover the highlights of Rome your own way on a Hop-on Hop-off journey through the city. B

3 dePART ROMe Transfer to Rome Airport where your vacation ends. Extra nights are available if you wish to extend your stay in Rome. B

Your Travel Value includes Private airport transfers on Days 1 and 3 • Breakfast daily (B) • An English-speaking local host • Hop-on Hop-off city tour

Your Personally Selected Hotel PReMieR Grand Hotel De La Minerve or Hotel Ambasciatori Palace

FiRST clASS Hotel Genova MOdeRATe Montecarlo or Andreotti

Price Per Person From: (Ref: QRM)Twin $345-$949 (land only), depending on your choice of hotel and date of travel. Land only prices do not include airfare.

let us drive, you relax ...

WORRY-FRee TRAin STATiOn TRAnSFeR PAckAGe

Add private transfers between your hotels and train stations in London and Paris for $114 per person.

lOndOn’S HOUSeS OF PARliAMenT

nOTRe-dAMe cATHedRAl, PARiS


LONDON TO AMSTERDAM

London & Amsterdam


> Private airport transfers in London on Day 1 and Amsterdam on Day 5/6/7




> High-speed train transportation London/Amsterdam aboard the Eurostar and Thalys

> Hop-on Hop-off city tours in London and Amsterdam

> Travel documents

$1416FROM

LAND ONLY

44

5 DAYS



3 LONDON / BRUSSELS (connect ion) / AMSTERDAM, NEThERLANDS B

4 AMSTERDAM, CITY SIGhTSEEING B

5 DEpART AMSTERDAM B

Nether

lands

England

LONDONAMSTERDAM

Thalys

BRUSSELSBRUSSELS

Belgium

Eurostar

(connection only)

Fran ce

22

REF: BAA


pREMIER London | Hilton on Park Lane or similar Amsterdam | NH Barbizon PalaceTrains | Standard Premier class (Eurostar) / 1st class (Thalys) tickets with reserved seats

FIRST CLASS London | Holiday Inn Regents Park or Danubius Hotel Regents Park (for triples) Amsterdam | NH Carlton AmsterdamTrains* | Standard class (Eurostar) / 2nd class (Thalys) tickets with reserved seats

MODERATE London | Holiday Inn Express Earls Court or Imperial Hotel Amsterdam | Tulip Inn Amsterdam CentreTrains* | Standard class (Eurostar) / 2nd class (Thalys) tickets with reserved seats

6 DAYS







Nether

lands

England

LONDONAMSTERDAM

Thalys

BRUSSELSBRUSSELS

Belgium

Eurostar

(connection only)

Fran ce

23

REF: BAB

7 DAYS






6 AMSTERDAM, A FULL FREE DAY B


Nether

lands

England

LONDONAMSTERDAM

Thalys

BRUSSELSBRUSSELS

Belgium

Eurostar

(connection only)

Fran ce

33

REF: BAC


For added flexibility, you can choose to start your vacation in either London or Amsterdam.

* UpGRADE YOUR RAIL EXpERIENCE!For an even more comfortable train journey, upgrade to Standard Premier Class (London/Brussels) / First Class (Brussels/Amsterdam) from only $135 per person. Enjoy a more spacious seat, a light meal and drink served at your seat (Eurostar) and free WiFi (Thalys).

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YOUR INcLUdEd SIgHTSEEINg

LONdON

Discover London your own way on a Hop-on Hop-off tour. View the city’s landmarks such as Buckingham Palace, the Houses of Parliament, Westminster Abbey, Big Ben, the London Eye and more. You decide which you want to view from the coach and which you want to explore in-depth (entrance fees not included). There are more than 70 stops along the way.

AmSTERdAm

Experience Amsterdam’s top sights while escaping the bustle of the city streets. The Canal Bus offers a fabulous Hop-on Hop-off route with 14 stops crisscrossing the city. You can hop on and off to your heart’s content, catching all the sights from the Van Gogh Museum to Albert Cuyp Market and the Anne Frank House (entrance fees not included).

pRIcES pER pERSON FROm* pREmIER FIRST cLASS mOdERATE Twin Single Triple Twin Single Triple Twin Single Triple

5 dAYS REF: BAA

Apr 1-Apr 30 $1,955 $3,324 $1,927 $1,559 $2,651 $1,531 $1,416 $2,407 $1,387 May 1-Jun 30 $2,553 $4,341 $2,525 $1,602 $2,724 $1,573 $1,453 $2,469 $1,424 Jul 1-Aug 31 $2,029 $3,449 $2,001 $1,539 $2,617 $1,511 $1,387 $2,359 $1,359 Sep 1-Oct 31 $2,127 $3,617 $2,099 $1,602 $2,724 $1,573 $1,453 $2,469 $1,424 Nov 1-Dec 31‡ $2,131 $3,622 $2,101 $1,616 $2,748 $1,586 $1,457 $2,477 $1,427 Jan 1-Mar 31 ‘14‡ $2,131 $3,622 $2,101 $1,616 $2,748 $1,586 $1,457 $2,477 $1,4276 dAYS REF: BAB

Apr 1-Apr 30 $2,352 $3,997 $2,316 $1,678 $2,853 $1,643 $1,529 $2,600 $1,494 May 1-Jun 30 $2,525 $4,293 $2,489 $1,755 $2,983 $1,720 $1,579 $2,684 $1,544 Jul 1-Aug 31 $2,427 $4,125 $2,391 $1,667 $2,834 $1,632 $1,501 $2,552 $1,465 Sep 1-Oct 31 $2,525 $4,293 $2,489 $1,755 $2,983 $1,720 $1,579 $2,684 $1,544 Nov 1-Dec 31‡ $2,548 $4,331 $2,511 $1,750 $2,976 $1,713 $1,576 $2,679 $1,539 Jan 1-Mar 31 ‘14‡ $2,548 $4,331 $2,511 $1,750 $2,976 $1,713 $1,576 $2,679 $1,5397 dAYS REF: BAC

Apr 1-Apr 30 $2,607 $4,432 $2,565 $1,870 $3,179 $1,828 $1,659 $2,820 $1,616 May 1-Jun 30 $2,780 $4,727 $2,738 $2,369 $4,027 $2,326 $1,713 $2,911 $1,670 Jul 1-Aug 31 $2,682 $4,560 $2,640 $1,859 $3,160 $1,816 $1,630 $2,772 $1,588 Sep 1-Oct 31 $2,780 $4,727 $2,738 $2,369 $4,027 $2,326 $1,713 $2,911 $1,670 Nov 1-Dec 31‡ $2,816 $4,788 $2,772 $1,952 $3,317 $1,907 $1,712 $2,910 $1,667 Jan 1-Mar 31 ‘14‡ $2,816 $4,788 $2,772 $1,952 $3,317 $1,907 $1,712 $2,910 $1,667

Travel any day.


‡ Dates are subject to price and itinerary modifications. Details will be available in Apr 2013.

Extra nights are available in London and Amsterdam.

Because of the close proximity between hotels and train stations, transfers are on your own. private transfers are available at an extra charge. Easy hotel/train station transfer instructions will be provided in your documentation.

Discover more of Europewith an exciting City Break!Add 2 or more nights in Rome, Florence, Venice, Barcelona or other great European cities. There are 16 different City Breaks to choose from.See pages 103-104 for more details.

A SpEcTAcULAR vIEW OF THE cITYABOARd THE 443-FT TALL LONdON EYE

THE pIcTURE-pERFEcT gABLEd HOUSES ALONg ONE OF AmSTERdAm’S mANY cANALS


LONDON TO bRuSSELS

London & Brussels


> Private airport transfers in London on Day 1 and Brussels on Day 5/6/7




> High-speed train transportation London/Brussels aboard Eurostar

> Hop-on Hop-off city tours in London and Brussels

> Travel documents

$1150FROm

LAND ONLY

46

5 DAYS


2 LONDON, CITY SIGhTSEEING b

3 LONDON / bRuSSELS, bELGIum b

4 bRuSSELS, CITY SIGhTSEEING b

5 DEpART bRuSSELS b

France

England

LONDON

BRUSSELSEurostar

To/FromParis

City Break

Belgium

2

2

REF: BAD

YOuR pERSONALLY SELECTED hOTELS & TRANSpORTATION

pREmIER London | Hilton on Park Lane or similar Brussels | Conrad Hotel BrusselsTrain | Standard Premier class ticket with reserved seat

FIRST CLASS London | Holiday Inn Regents Park or Danubius Hotel Regents Park (for triples) Brussels | NH Atlanta Brussels HotelTrain* | Standard class ticket with reserved seat

mODERATE London | Holiday Inn Express Earls Court or Imperial Hotel Brussels | NH Brussels City CentreTrain* | Standard class ticket with reserved seat

6 DAYS



3 LONDON, A FuLL FREE DAY b



6 DEpART bRuSSELS b

France

England

LONDON

BRUSSELSEurostar

To/FromParis

City Break

Belgium

2

3

REF: BAE

7 DAYS



3 LONDON, A FuLL FREE DAY b



6 bRuSSELS, A FuLL FREE DAY b

7 DEpART bRuSSELS bFrance

England

LONDON

BRUSSELSEurostar

To/FromParis

City Break

Belgium

3

3

REF: BAF


For added flexibility, you can choose to start your vacation in either London or Brussels.

* upGRADE YOuR RAIL EXpERIENCE!For an even more comfortable train journey, including a more spacious seat and a light meal and drink served at your seat, upgrade to Standard Premier Class from only $135 per person.

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Let us drive, you relax...WORRY-FREE TRAIN STATION TRANSFER pAckAgE Add private transfers between your hotels and train stations in London and Brussels from $114 per person.


LONdONDiscover London your own way on a Hop-on Hop-off tour. View the city’s landmarks such as Buckingham Palace, the Houses of Parliament, Westminster Abbey, Big Ben, the London Eye and more. You decide which you want to view from the coach and which you want to explore in-depth (entrance fees not included). There are more than 70 stops along the way.

bRUSSELSImmerse yourself in Brussels, the cultural center of the European Union. On your Hop- on Hop-off city tour, view highlights such as the Sablon District with countless antique stores and the magnificent Palace of Justice, the Heysel District with the world famous Atomium, stately Royal Square and fashionable Louise Square (entrance fees not included). Threre are 13 stops along the way.

pRIcES pER pERSON FROM* pREMIER FIRST cLASS MOdERATE Twin Single Triple Twin Single Triple Twin Single Triple

5 dAYS REF: BAD Apr 1-May 31 $2,039 $3,466 $2,011 $1,326 $2,255 $1,298 $1,245 $2,117 $1,217 Jun 1-Jun 30 $2,347 $3,990 $2,319 $1,363 $2,317 $1,335 $1,277 $2,170 $1,248 Jul 1-Jul 31 $1,791 $3,044 $1,762 $1,191 $2,025 $1,163 $1,122 $1,907 $1,093 Aug 1-Aug 31 $2,035 $3,459 $2,006 $1,267 $2,153 $1,238 $1,150 $1,955 $1,122 Sep 1-Sep 30 $2,347 $3,990 $2,319 $1,426 $2,424 $1,397 $1,291 $2,194 $1,262 Oct 1-Oct 31 $2,095 $3,560 $2,066 $1,345 $2,286 $1,316 $1,267 $2,153 $1,238 Nov 1-Dec 31‡ $1,880 $3,197 $1,850 $1,251 $2,126 $1,221 $1,178 $2,002 $1,148 Jan 1-Mar 31 ‘14‡ $1,880 $3,197 $1,850 $1,251 $2,126 $1,221 $1,178 $2,002 $1,1486 dAYS REF: BAE Apr 1-May 31 $2,401 $4,083 $2,366 $1,484 $2,523 $1,448 $1,373 $2,334 $1,338 Jun 1-Jun 30 $2,843 $4,832 $2,807 $1,542 $2,621 $1,507 $1,419 $2,411 $1,383 Jul 1-Jul 31 $2,174 $3,696 $2,139 $1,336 $2,271 $1,301 $1,250 $2,124 $1,214 Aug 1-Aug 31 $2,468 $4,196 $2,432 $1,458 $2,479 $1,423 $1,292 $2,197 $1,257 Sep 1-Sep 30 $2,752 $4,679 $2,716 $1,646 $2,797 $1,610 $1,453 $2,469 $1,417 Oct 1-Oct 31 $2,525 $4,293 $2,489 $1,505 $2,559 $1,470 $1,407 $2,391 $1,372 Nov 1-Dec 31‡ $2,283 $3,881 $2,245 $1,403 $2,384 $1,366 $1,312 $2,231 $1,275 Jan 1-Mar 31 ‘14‡ $2,283 $3,881 $2,245 $1,403 $2,384 $1,366 $1,312 $2,231 $1,2757 dAYS REF: BAF Apr 1-May 31 $2,678 $4,553 $2,636 $1,640 $2,789 $1,598 $1,497 $2,545 $1,454 Jun 1-Jun 30 $3,118 $5,301 $3,076 $1,698 $2,887 $1,656 $1,561 $2,653 $1,518 Jul 1-Jul 31 $2,376 $4,038 $2,333 $1,426 $2,424 $1,383 $1,322 $2,248 $1,279 Aug 1-Aug 31 $2,618 $4,450 $2,576 $1,548 $2,631 $1,505 $1,419 $2,411 $1,376 Sep 1 -Sep 30 $3,027 $5,146 $2,985 $1,802 $3,063 $1,759 $1,590 $2,704 $1,548 Oct 1-Oct 31 $2,734 $4,648 $2,691 $1,660 $2,822 $1,617 $1,551 $2,636 $1,508 Nov 1-Dec 31‡ $2,494 $4,240 $2,450 $1,497 $2,545 $1,452 $1,388 $2,360 $1,343 Jan 1-Mar 31 ‘14‡ $2,494 $4,240 $2,450 $1,497 $2,545 $1,452 $1,388 $2,360 $1,343

Travel any day.



Extra nights are available in London and Amsterdam.

because of the close proximity between hotels and train stations, transfers are on your own. private transfers are available at an extra charge. Easy hotel/train station transfer instructions will be provided in your documentation.

Explore the “City of Light”...Add 3 days in Paris to the beginning or end of your vacation. Available from either Brussels or London.

1 bRUSSELS OR LONdON / pARIS

2 pARIS, cITY SIgHTSEEINg b

3 dEpART pARIS b

Your Travel Value Includes One-way train ticket with reserved seat from Brussels/Paris or London/Paris • Breakfast daily (b) • An English-speaking local host • Hop-on Hop-off city tour • Private airport transfer on Day 3Your personally Selected Hotel & Train Transportation

pREMIER Hotel de Vigny / 1st class ticket (from/to Brussels)/Standard Premier class (from/to London)

FIRST cLASS Arioso Hotel or Normandy Hotel / 2nd class ticket* MOdERATE Hotel Villa Modigliani or Hotel Provinces Opera / 2nd class ticket*

price per person From: Twin $628-$1,414, depending on your choice of hotel and date of travel. Extra nights are available in Paris.

* First class Train Upgrade From: $163 per person (from/to Brussels); $215 per person (from/to London)

THE LONdON EYE ANd HOUSES OF pARLIAMENT – LONdON, OLd ANd NEW

THE gRANd-pLAcE, bRUSSELS


AmSTERDAm TO LONDON

Amsterdam, Paris & London


> Private airport transfers in Amsterdam on Day 1 and London on Day 7/8/10




> High-speed train transportation Amsterdam/Paris aboard Thalys and Paris/London aboard Eurostar

> Hop-on Hop-off city tours in Amsterdam, Paris and London

> Travel documents

$1752FROm

LAND ONLY

48

7 DAYS

1 ARRIVE IN AmSTERDAm, NETHERLANDS

2 AmSTERDAm, CITY SIgHTSEEINg B

3 AmSTERDAm / PARIS, FRANCE B

4 PARIS, CITY SIgHTSEEINg B

5 PARIS / LONDON, ENgLAND B

6 LONDON, CITY SIgHTSEEINg B

7 DEPART LONDON BFrance

England

LONDON

PARIS

Belgium

AMSTERDAMNetherlands

Eurostar

Thalys

2

22

REF: BAG

YOUR PERSONALLY SELECTED HOTELS & TRANSPORTATION

PREmIER Amsterdam | NH Barbizon PalaceParis | Hotel de Vigny or similarLondon | Hilton on Park Lane or similar Trains | Standard Premier class (Eurostar) / 1st class (Thalys) tickets with reserved seats

FIRST CLASS Amsterdam | NH Carlton AmsterdamParis | Hotel Arioso or Normandy Hotel London | Holiday Inn Regents Park or Danubius Hotel Regents Park (for triples) Trains* | Standard class (Eurostar) / 2nd class (Thalys) tickets with reserved seats

mODERATE Amsterdam | Tulip Inn Amsterdam CentreParis | Hotel Villa Modigliani or Hotel Provinces OperaLondon | Holiday Inn Express Earls Court or Imperial Hotel Trains* | Standard class (Eurostar) / 2nd class tickets (Thalys) with reserved seats

8 DAYS








8 DEPART LONDON B

France

England

LONDON

PARIS

Belgium


Eurostar

Thalys

3

22

REF: BAH

10 DAYS



3 AmSTERDAm, A FULL FREE DAY B







10 DEPART LONDON B

France

England

LONDON

PARIS

Belgium


Eurostar

Thalys

3

33

REF: BAJ

TRAVEL IN EITHER DIRECTION

For added flexibility, you can choose to start your vacation in either Amsterdam or London.

* UPgRADE YOUR RAIL EXPERIENCE!For an even more comfortable train journey, upgrade to Standard Premier Class (Eurostar)/First Class (Thalys) from only $241 per person. Enjoy a more spacious seat, a light meal and drink served at your seat (Eurostar) and free WiFi (Thalys).

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AmSTERdAm Experience Amsterdam’s top sights while escaping the bustle of the city streets. The Canal Bus offers a fabulous Hop-on Hop-off route with 14 stops crisscrossing the city. You can hop-on-and-off to your heart’s content, catching all the sights from the Van Gogh Museum to Albert Cuyp Market and the Anne Frank House (entrance fees not included).

pARIS Enjoy a sightseeing tour of Paris from the comfort of a Hop-on Hop-off double-decker coach. View all the landmarks such as, the Opéra, Place Vendôme, Concorde Square, Champs-Elysées Avenue, Arch of Triumph, Eiffel Tower, Invalides, Orsay Museum, The Louvre, Notre-Dame Cathedral, Sorbonne, Pantheon Church and more (entrance fees not included).

LONdON Discover London your own way on a Hop-on Hop-off tour. View the city’s landmarks such as Buckingham Palace, the Houses of Parliament, Westminster Abbey, Big Ben, the London Eye and more. You decide which you want to view from the coach and which you want to explore in-depth (entrance fees not included). There are more than 70 stops along the way.

pRIcES pER pERSON FROm* pREmIER FIRST cLASS mOdERATE Twin Single Triple Twin Single Triple Twin Single Triple

7 dAYS REF: BAG

Apr 1-Apr 30 $2,837 $4,824 $2,795 $2,069 $3,517 $2,026 $1,813 $3,083 $1,771 May 1-Jun 30 $3,157 $5,366 $3,114 $2,195 $3,732 $2,153 $1,867 $3,175 $1,825 Jul 1-Aug 31 $2,780 $4,727 $2,738 $1,982 $3,370 $1,940 $1,752 $2,979 $1,710 Sep 1-Oct 31 $3,157 $5,366 $3,114 $2,195 $3,732 $2,153 $1,813 $3,083 $1,771 Nov 1-Dec 31 ‡ $2,919 $4,964 $2,875 $2,081 $3,538 $2,037 $1,840 $3,128 $1,795 Jan 1-Mar 31 ‘14 ‡ $2,919 $4,964 $2,875 $2,081 $3,538 $2,037 $1,840 $3,128 $1,7958 dAYS REF: BAH

Apr 1-Apr 30 $3,087 $5,248 $3,037 $2,262 $3,845 $2,212 $1,931 $3,283 $1,882 May 1-Jun 30 $3,405 $5,789 $3,355 $2,388 $4,060 $2,339 $2,012 $3,421 $1,962 Jul 1-Aug 31 $3,022 $5,138 $2,972 $2,153 $3,659 $2,103 $1,894 $3,221 $1,845 Sep 1-Oct 31 $3,405 $5,789 $3,355 $2,388 $4,060 $2,339 $2,012 $3,421 $1,962 Nov 1-Dec 31 ‡ $3,173 $5,394 $3,121 $2,260 $3,842 $2,208 $1,989 $3,382 $1,937 Jan 1-Mar 31 ‘14 ‡ $3,173 $5,394 $3,121 $2,260 $3,842 $2,208 $1,989 $3,382 $1,93710 dAYS REF: BAJ

Apr 1-Apr 30 $3,739 $6,356 $3,675 $2,582 $4,389 $2,518 $2,167 $3,683 $2,103 May 1-Jun 30 $4,057 $6,897 $3,993 $2,695 $4,582 $2,631 $2,248 $3,821 $2,184 Jul 1-Aug 31 $3,674 $6,245 $3,610 $2,472 $4,203 $2,408 $2,119 $3,601 $2,055 Sep 1-Oct 31 $4,057 $6,897 $3,993 $2,695 $4,582 $2,631 $2,248 $3,821 $2,184 Nov 1-Dec 31 ‡ $3,857 $6,557 $3,790 $2,596 $4,413 $2,529 $2,225 $3,781 $2,157 Jan 1-Mar 31 ‘14 ‡ $3,857 $6,557 $3,790 $2,596 $4,413 $2,529 $2,225 $3,781 $2,157

Travel any day.



Extra nights are available in Amsterdam and London.

Because of the close proximity between hotels and train stations, transfers are on your own. private transfers are available at an extra charge. Easy hotel/train station transfer instructions will be provided in your documentation.

Discover more of Europewith an exciting City Break!Add 2 or more nights in Rome, Florence, Venice, Barcelona or other great European cities. There are 16 different City Breaks to choose from. See pages 103-104 for more details.

THE EIFFEL TOWER, pARIS


AmSTERDAm TO bRuSSELS OR pARIS

Amsterdam & Brussels or Paris


> Private airport transfers in Amsterdam on Day 1 and Brussels or Paris on Day 5/6/7




> High-speed train transportation Amsterdam/Brussels or Amsterdam/Paris

> Hop-on Hop-off city tours in Amsterdam and Brussels or Amsterdam and Paris

> Travel documents

$1127FROm

LAND ONLY

50

5 DAYS


2 AmSTERDAm, CITY SIgHTSEEINg b

3 AmSTERDAm / bRuSSELS, bELgIum OR pARIS, FRANCE b

4 bRuSSELS OR pARIS, CITY SIgHTSEEINg b

5 DEpART bRuSSELS OR pARIS bBRUSSELS

Belgium

AMSTERDAM Netherlands

PARIS

Thalys

France

To/FromLondon

City Break

OR

Thalys

2

2

2

2

REF: BAN or BAX

YOuR pERSONALLY SELECTED HOTELS & TRANSpORTATION

pREmIER Amsterdam | NH Barbizon PalaceBrussels | Conrad Hotel BrusselsParis | Hotel de Vigny or similarTrain | Standard Premier class with reserved seats

FIRST CLASS Amsterdam | NH Carlton AmsterdamBrussels | NH Atlanta Brussels HotelParis | Hotel Arioso or Normandy Hotel Train* | Standard class with reserved seats

mODERATE Amsterdam | Tulip Inn Amsterdam CentreBrussels | NH Brussels City CentreParis | Hotel Villa Modigliani or Hotel Provinces OperaTrain* | Standard class with reserved seats

6 DAYS



3 AmSTERDAm, A FuLL FREE DAY b



6 DEpART bRuSSELS OR pARIS b

7 DAYS



3 AmSTERDAm, A FuLL FREE DAY b



6 bRuSSELS OR pARIS, A FuLL FREE DAY b

7 DEpART bRuSSELS OR pARIS b


For added flexibility, you can choose to start your vacation in either Amsterdam, Brussels or Paris.

* upgRADE YOuR RAIL EXpERIENCE!For a more comfortable train journey, upgrade to First Class from only $57 from Amsterdam/Brussels or $107 from Amsterdam/Paris. Enjoy access to the Thalys Lounge, spacious and comfortable seats, free WiFi and electrical outlets at your seat, and friendly staff to service you at your seat.

REF: BAO or BAY

REF: BAP or BAZ

BRUSSELSBelgium


PARIS

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YOUR INCLUDED SIGHTSEEING

AMSTERDAMExperience Amsterdam’s top sights while escaping the bustle of the city streets. The Canal Bus offers 3 Hop-on Hop-off routes with 14 stops crisscrossing the city. You can hop-on-and-off to your heart’s content, catching all the sights from the Van Gogh Museum to Albert Cuyp Market and the Anne Frank House (entrance fees not included).

BRUSSELSImmerse yourself in Brussels, the cultural center for the European Union. On your Hop-on Hop-off city tour, view highlights such as the Sablon District with countless antique stores and the magnificent Palace of Justice, the Heysel District with the world famous Atomium, Royal Square and fashion able Louise Square (entrance fees not included).

PARISEnjoy a sightseeing tour of Paris from the comfort of a Hop-on Hop-off double-decker coach. View all the landmarks such as the Opéra, Place Vendôme, Concorde Square, Champs-Elysées Avenue, Arch of Triumph, Eiffel Tower, Invalides, Orsay Museum, the Louvre, Notre-Dame Cathedral, Sorbonne and more (entrance fees not included).

PRICES PER PERSON FROM* PREMIER FIRST CLASS MODERATE Twin Single Triple Twin Single Triple Twin Single Triple

AMSTERDAM & BRUSSELS5 DAYS REF: BAN Apr 1-Apr 30 $1,705 $2,900 $1,677 $1,417 $2,410 $1,389 $1,287 $2,187 $1,258 May 1-May 31 $1,894 $3,221 $1,866 $1,446 $2,458 $1,417 $1,338 $2,273 $1,309 Jun 1-Jun 30 $1,934 $3,287 $1,906 $1,488 $2,530 $1,460 $1,363 $2,317 $1,335 Jul 1-Aug 31 $1,582 $2,689 $1,553 $1,210 $2,056 $1,181 $1,127 $1,917 $1,099 Sep 1-Sep 30 $1,894 $3,221 $1,866 $1,409 $2,394 $1,380 $1,287 $2,187 $1,258 Oct 1-Oct 31 $1,839 $3,127 $1,811 $1,380 $2,346 $1,352 $1,258 $2,139 $1,230 Nov 1-Mar 31 ‘14‡ $1,661 $2,824 $1,631 $1,270 $2,159 $1,241 $1,184 $2,013 $1,1546 DAYS REF: BAO Apr 1-Apr 30 $2,158 $3,669 $2,123 $1,640 $2,789 $1,605 $1,456 $2,475 $1,420 May 1-May 31 $2,229 $3,790 $2,194 $1,669 $2,837 $1,633 $1,484 $2,523 $1,448 Jun 1-Jun 30 $2,349 $3,993 $2,313 $1,711 $2,910 $1,676 $1,505 $2,559 $1,470 Jul 1-Aug 31 $1,855 $3,152 $1,819 $1,385 $2,354 $1,349 $1,269 $2,158 $1,234 Sep 1-Sep 30 $2,229 $3,790 $2,194 $1,640 $2,789 $1,605 $1,456 $2,475 $1,420 Oct 1-Oct 31 $2,173 $3,693 $2,137 $1,612 $2,741 $1,576 $1,429 $2,428 $1,393 Nov 1-Mar 31 ‘14‡ $1,947 $3,310 $1,910 $1,454 $2,472 $1,416 $1,333 $2,266 $1,2967 DAYS REF: BAP Apr 1-Apr 30 $2,428 $4,128 $2,386 $1,795 $3,052 $1,752 $1,595 $2,711 $1,552 May 1-May 31 $2,516 $4,277 $2,474 $1,811 $3,079 $1,768 $1,707 $2,901 $1,664 Jun 1-Jun 30 $2,549 $4,334 $2,506 $1,863 $3,167 $1,820 $1,595 $2,711 $1,552 Jul 1-Aug 31 $2,038 $3,465 $1,995 $1,473 $2,503 $1,430 $1,342 $2,282 $1,299 Sep 1-Sep 30 $2,506 $4,261 $2,464 $1,795 $3,052 $1,752 $1,595 $2,711 $1,552 Oct 1-Oct 31 $2,428 $4,128 $2,386 $1,766 $3,003 $1,724 $1,566 $2,663 $1,524 Nov 1-Mar 31 ‘14‡ $2,140 $3,638 $2,095 $1,546 $2,629 $1,501 $1,409 $2,396 $1,364

AMSTERDAM & PARIS5 DAYS REF: BAX Apr 1-Apr 30 $1,917 $3,259 $1,889 $1,402 $2,383 $1,373 $1,166 $1,982 $1,137 May 1-May 31 $1,987 $3,377 $1,958 $1,485 $2,525 $1,457 $1,304 $2,217 $1,275 Jun 1-Jun 30 $2,059 $3,500 $2,031 $1,512 $2,572 $1,484 $1,156 $1,965 $1,127 Jul 1-Aug 31 $1,850 $3,145 $1,822 $1,321 $2,245 $1,292 $1,135 $1,928 $1,106 Sep 1-Sep 30 $1,987 $3,377 $1,958 $1,485 $2,525 $1,457 $1,304 $2,217 $1,275 Oct 1-Oct 31 $1,917 $3,259 $1,889 $1,463 $2,486 $1,434 $1,285 $2,185 $1,257 Nov 1-Mar 31 ‘14‡ $1,943 $3,303 $1,913 $1,387 $2,357 $1,357 $1,191 $2,025 $1,1616 DAYS REF: BAY Apr 1-Apr 30 $2,123 $3,610 $2,087 $1,633 $2,776 $1,598 $1,366 $2,322 $1,331 May 1-May 31 $2,195 $3,732 $2,160 $1,703 $2,894 $1,667 $1,477 $2,511 $1,441 Jun 1-Jun 30 $2,271 $3,860 $2,235 $1,725 $2,932 $1,690 $1,335 $2,269 $1,299 Jul 1-Aug 31 $2,095 $3,561 $2,059 $1,548 $2,631 $1,512 $1,299 $2,210 $1,264 Sep 1-Sep 30 $2,195 $3,732 $2,160 $1,703 $2,894 $1,667 $1,477 $2,511 $1,441 Oct 1-Oct 31 $2,180 $3,705 $2,144 $1,676 $2,849 $1,640 $1,370 $2,330 $1,335 Nov 1-Mar 31 ‘14‡ $2,199 $3,739 $2,162 $1,625 $2,763 $1,588 $1,364 $2,320 $1,3277 DAYS REF: BAZ Apr 1-Apr 30 $2,394 $4,070 $2,352 $1,796 $3,054 $1,754 $1,477 $2,511 $1,434 May 1-May 31 $2,522 $4,287 $2,479 $1,924 $3,272 $1,882 $1,626 $2,765 $1,583 Jun 1-Jun 30 $2,542 $4,321 $2,499 $1,945 $3,307 $1,903 $1,512 $2,572 $1,470 Jul 1-Aug 31 $2,394 $4,070 $2,352 $1,642 $2,790 $1,599 $1,441 $2,451 $1,399 Sep 1-Sep 30 $2,522 $4,287 $2,479 $1,924 $3,272 $1,882 $1,626 $2,765 $1,583 Oct 1-Oct 31 $2,503 $4,256 $2,461 $1,897 $3,225 $1,855 $1,519 $2,583 $1,477 Nov 1-Mar 31 ‘14‡ $2,514 $4,273 $2,469 $1,724 $2,930 $1,679 $1,513 $2,573 $1,469

Travel any day.



Extra nights are available in Amsterdam, Brussels and Paris.

Because of the close proximity between hotels and train stations, transfers are on your own. Private transfers are available at an extra charge. Easy hotel/train station transfer instructions will be provided in your documentation.

Discover London from BrusselsAdd 3 days to the beginning or end of your vacation. Available from Brussels, not Amsterdam. (See pages 48-49 for London option from Paris.)

1 BRUSSELS / LONDON

2 LONDON, CITY SIGHTSEEING B

3 DEPART LONDON B

Your Travel Value Includes One-way train ticket with reserved seat from Brussels/London • Breakfast daily (B) • An English-speaking local host • Hop-on Hop-off city tour • Private airport transfer on Day 3

Your Personally Selected London Hotel & Train TransportationPREMIERHotel Hilton on Park Lane or similar / 1st class ticketFIRST CLASSHoliday Inn Regents Park or Danubius Regents Park† / 2nd class ticket* MODERATEHoliday Inn Express Earls Court or Imperial Hotel / 2nd class ticket*

Price Per Person From: Twin $675-$1,414, depending on your choice of hotel and date of travel. Extra nights are available in London.†Triple room reservations will be accommodated at the Danubius Regents Park.

* First Class Train Upgrade From: $163 per person

Let us drive, you relax...WORRY-FREE TRAIN STATION TRANSFER PACKAGE Add private transfers between your hotels and train stations in Amsterdam, Brussels and Paris from $170 per person.

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AmSTERDAm TO PARIS

Amsterdam, Brussels & Paris


> Private airport transfers in Amsterdam on Day 1 and Paris on Day 7/8/10




> High-speed train transportation Amsterdam/Brussels and Brussels/Paris aboard Thalys

> Hop-on Hop-off city tours in Amsterdam, Brussels and Paris

> Travel documents

$1555FROm

LAND ONLY

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7 DAYS



3 AmSTERDAm / BRUSSELS, BELgIUm B

4 BRUSSELS, CITY SIgHTSEEINg B

5 BRUSSELS / PARIS, FRANCE B


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England

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PREmIER Amsterdam | NH Barbizon PalaceBrussels | Conrad Hotel BrusselsParis | Hotel de Vigny or similarTrains |1st class tickets with reserved seats

FIRST CLASS Amsterdam | NH Carlton AmsterdamBrussels | NH Atlanta Brussels HotelParis | Hotel Arioso or Normandy Hotel Trains* | 2nd class tickets with reserved seats

mODERATE Amsterdam | Tulip Inn Amsterdam CentreBrussels | NH Brussels City CentreParis | Hotel Villa Modigliani or Hotel Provinces OperaTrains* | 2nd class tickets with reserved seats

8 DAYS





5 BRUSSELS, A FULL FREE DAY B



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For added flexibility, you can choose to start your vacation in either Amsterdam or Paris.

* UPgRADE YOUR RAIL EXPERIENCE!For an even more comfortable train journey, upgrade to First Class from only $135 per person. Enjoy access to the Thalys Lounge, spacious and comfortable seats, free WiFi and electrical outlets at your seat.

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amSTeRdam Experience Amsterdam’s top sights while escaping the bustle of the city streets. The Canal Bus offers 3 fabulous Hop-on Hop-off routes with 20 stops crisscrossing the city. You can hop-on-and-off to your heart’s content, catching all the sights from the Van Gogh Museum to Albert Cuyp Market and the Anne Frank House (entrance fees not included).

bRUSSelS Immerse yourself in Brussels, the cultural center for the European Union. On your Hop-on Hop-off city tour, view highlights such as the Sablon District with countless antique stores and the magnificent Palace of Justice, the Heysel District with the world famous Atomium, stately Royal Square and fashionable Louise Square (entrance fees not included).

PaRiS Enjoy a sightseeing tour of Paris from the comfort of a Hop-on Hop-off double-decker coach. View all the landmarks such as, the Opéra, Place Vendôme, Concorde Square, Champs-Elysées Avenue, Arch of Triumph, Eiffel Tower, Invalides, Orsay Museum, The Louvre, Notre-Dame Cathedral, Sorbonne, Pantheon Church and more (entrance fees not included).

PRiceS PeR PeRSOn FROm* PRemieR FiRST claSS mOdeRaTe Twin Single Triple Twin Single Triple Twin Single Triple

7 daYS REF: BAQ Apr 1-May 31 $2,780 $4,727 $2,738 $2,087 $3,549 $2,045 $1,836 $3,121 $1,793 Jun 1-Jun 30 $2,978 $5,062 $2,935 $2,120 $3,604 $2,077 $1,889 $3,211 $1,846 Jul 1-Jul 31 $2,511 $4,269 $2,468 $1,913 $3,252 $1,870 $1,613 $2,742 $1,571 Aug 1-Aug 31 $2,388 $4,060 $2,346 $1,771 $3,010 $1,728 $1,555 $2,644 $1,512 Sep 1-Sep 30 $2,978 $5,062 $2,935 $2,120 $3,604 $2,077 $1,836 $3,121 $1,793 Oct 1-Oct 31 $2,839 $4,825 $2,796 $2,063 $3,507 $2,021 $1,758 $2,989 $1,715 Nov 1-Dec 31 ‡ $2,508 $4,263 $2,463 $1,859 $3,161 $1,815 $1,633 $2,776 $1,588 Jan 1-Mar 31 ‘14 ‡ $2,508 $4,263 $2,463 $1,859 $3,161 $1,815 $1,633 $2,776 $1,5888 daYS REF: BAR Apr 1-May 31 $3,120 $5,304 $3,070 $2,303 $3,915 $2,254 $1,985 $3,375 $1,935 Jun 1-Jun 30 $3,201 $5,441 $3,151 $2,340 $3,979 $2,290 $2,016 $3,428 $1,967 Jul 1-Jul 31 $2,663 $4,527 $2,613 $1,953 $3,320 $1,903 $1,828 $3,107 $1,778 Aug 1-Aug 31 $2,540 $4,318 $2,491 $1,862 $3,165 $1,812 $1,775 $3,018 $1,725 Sep 1-Sep 30 $3,316 $5,637 $3,266 $2,303 $3,915 $2,254 $1,985 $3,375 $1,935 Oct 1-Oct 31 $3,161 $5,373 $3,111 $2,244 $3,814 $2,194 $1,889 $3,211 $1,839 Nov 1-Dec 31 ‡ $2,667 $4,534 $2,615 $1,955 $3,323 $1,903 $1,864 $3,168 $1,812 Jan 1-Mar 31 ‘14 ‡ $2,667 $4,534 $2,615 $1,955 $3,323 $1,903 $1,864 $3,168 $1,81210 daYS REF: BAS Apr 1-May 31 $3,858 $6,559 $3,794 $2,715 $4,615 $2,651 $2,187 $3,718 $2,123 Jun 1-Jun 30 $3,946 $6,708 $3,882 $2,783 $4,731 $2,719 $2,237 $3,803 $2,173 Jul 1-Jul 31 $3,676 $6,249 $3,612 $2,370 $4,029 $2,306 $1,935 $3,290 $1,872 Aug 1-Aug 31 $3,351 $5,697 $3,287 $2,252 $3,828 $2,188 $1,893 $3,218 $1,829 Sep 1-Sep 30 $3,972 $6,752 $3,908 $2,715 $4,615 $2,651 $2,315 $3,935 $2,251 Oct 1 -Oct 31 $3,739 $6,356 $3,675 $2,684 $4,562 $2,620 $2,232 $3,794 $2,168 Nov 1-Dec 31 ‡ $3,519 $5,982 $3,452 $2,365 $4,020 $2,298 $1,988 $3,379 $1,920 Jan 1-Mar 31 ‘14 ‡ $3,519 $5,982 $3,452 $2,365 $4,020 $2,298 $1,988 $3,379 $1,920

Travel any day.



Extra nights are available in Amsterdam and Paris.

because of the close proximity between hotels and train stations, transfers are on your own. Private transfers are available at an extra charge. easy hotel/train station transfer instructions will be provided in your documentation.

Discover jolly olde London...Add 3 days to the beginning or end of your vacation. Available from Paris, not Amsterdam.

1 PaRiS / lOndOn, enGland b

2 lOndOn, ciTY SiGHTSeeinG b

3 dePaRT lOndOn b

Your Travel Value includes One-way train ticket with reserved seat from Paris/London • Breakfast daily (b) • An English-speaking local host • Hop-on Hop-off city tour • Private airport transfer on Day 3

Your Personally Selected london Hotel & Train TransportationPRemieR Hilton on Park Lane or similar / Standard Premier class ticket

FiRST claSS Holiday Inn Regents Park or Danubius Regents Park† / Standard class ticket* mOdeRaTe Holiday Inn Express Earls Court or Imperial Hotel / Standard class ticket*

Price Per Person From: (Ref: Ple)Twin $675-$1,414, depending on your choice of hotel and date of travel. Extra nights are available in London.†Triple room reservations will be accommodated at the Danubius Regents Park

*Standard Premier class Train Upgrade From: $163 per person

let us drive, you relax ... WORRY FRee TRain STaTiOn TRanSFeR PackaGe

Add private transfers between your hotels and train stations in Amsterdam, Brussels and Paris from only $170 per person.

THe aTOmiUm, bRUSSelS


Dublin & Killarney


> Round-trip airport transfers in Dublin on Days 1 and 5/6/7

> Twin-bedded rooms in your selected, centrally located hotels; hotel taxes and service charges


> Services of a local host in each city, 24/7

> Round-trip train transportation Dublin/Killarney

> Hop-on Hop-off city tour in Dublin (REF: DDK6D and DDK7 only)

> Ring of Kerry tour in Killarney

> Travel documents

$699FROm

LAND ONLY

54

5 DAYS

1 ARRIVE IN DUBLIN, IRELAND

2 DUBLIN / KILLARNEY B

3 RINg OF KERRY ExCURSION B

4 KILLARNEY / DUBLIN B

5 DEpART DUBLIN B

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pREmIER Dublin | The Shelbourne Killarney | Killarney Park Hotel Train | 1st class ticket with reserved seat

FIRST CLASS Dublin | O’Callaghan’s Alexander Hotel Killarney | The Malton Train* | 2nd class ticket with reserved seat

mODERATE Dublin | Ashling Hotel Killarney | Arbutus HotelTrain* | 2nd class ticket with reserved seat

6 DAYS




4 KILLARNEY, A FULL FREE DAY B


6 DEpART DUBLIN B

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REF: DDK7* UpgRADE YOUR RAIL ExpERIENCE!For an even more comfortable train journey, including spacious electrically adjustable seats and additional leg room, upgrade to First Class from only $122 per person.

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dUBlin See all the highlights of the city on a Hop-on Hop-off tour. Entertaining guides will take you to see famous sites such as Dublin Castle, Trinity College, the Guinness Storehouse and many more (entrance fees not included). Pick up the tour at more than 20 stops every 15-20 minutes and travel at your own pace. You can stay on the coach or get off as often as you’d like, to see your favorites up close.

KillaRneY RinG Of KeRRY excURiOn Travel the road that winds around the lovely Iveragh Peninsula, better known as the Ring of Kerry. Admire the breathtaking scenery of majestic landscapes and crashing seas on your guided coach tour. Delight in tradi tional Irish life as you stop in quaint villages along the way. This is a sight not to be missed!

PRiceS PeR PeRSOn fROM* PReMieR fiRST claSS MOdeRaTe Twin Single Triple Twin Single Triple Twin Single Triple

5 daYS REF: DDK5 Apr 1-Apr 30 $1,109 $1,699 $1,054 $759 $1,099 $721 $699 $979 $664 May 1-Jun 30 $1,149 $1,769 $1,092 $809 $1,149 $769 $729 $1,029 $693 Jul 1-Aug 31 $1,159 $1,759 $1,101 $839 $1,179 $797 $749 $1,069 $712 Sep 1-Oct 31 $1,149 $1,769 $1,092 $809 $1,149 $769 $729 $1,029 $693

6 daYS REF: DDK6 Apr 1-Apr 30 $1,249 $1,927 $1,187 $859 $1,239 $816 $769 $1,099 $731 May 1-Jun 30 $1,299 $2,039 $1,234 $919 $1,309 $873 $819 $1,169 $778 Jul 1-Aug 31 $1,319 $2,069 $1,253 $959 $1,349 $911 $849 $1,299 $807 Sep 1-Oct 31 $1,299 $2,039 $1,234 $919 $1,309 $873 $819 $1,169 $778

6 daYS REF: DDK6D Apr 1-Apr 30 $1,269 $2,019 $1,206 $849 $1,259 $807 $739 $1,039 $702 May 1-Jun 30 $1,309 $2,099 $1,244 $909 $1,319 $864 $759 $1,109 $721 Jul 1-Aug 31 $1,279 $2,039 $1,215 $959 $1,369 $911 $769 $1,139 $731 Sep 1-Oct 31 $1,309 $2,099 $1,244 $909 $1,319 $864 $759 $1,109 $721

7 daYS REF: DDK7 Apr 1-Apr 30 $1,409 $2,249 $1,339 $949 $1,409 $902 $839 $1,229 $797 May 1-Jun 30 $1,469 $2,359 $1,396 $1,019 $1,489 $968 $899 $1,309 $854 Jul 1-Aug 31 $1,459 $2,349 $1,386 $1,069 $1,529 $1,016 $929 $1,369 $883 Sep 1-Oct 31 $1,469 $2,359 $1,396 $1,019 $1,489 $968 $899 $1,309 $854

Travel any day.


Extra nights available in Dublin.

Because of the close proximity between hotels and train station in dublin, transfers are on your own. Private train station transfers in dublin are available at an extra charge. Hotels in Killarney are within a block or two of the train station.

let us drive, you relax...

WORRY-fRee TRain STaTiOn TRanSfeR PacKaGe

Add private transfers between your hotel and train station in Dublin from $127 (1-2 guests) and Belfast from $89 (1-4 guests).

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RinG Of KeRRY

Ha’PennY BRidGe, dUBlin


Dublin & Belfast


> Round-trip airport transfers in Dublin on Day 1 and Belfast on Day 4/5

> Twin-bedded rooms in your selected, centrally located hotels; hotel taxes and service charges


> Services of a local host in each city, 24/7

> Train transportation Dublin/Belfast

> Hop-on Hop-off city tour in Dublin (REF: DDB5 only) - see page 55 for description

> Hop-on Hop-off city tour in Belfast

> Travel documents

$599FROm

LAND ONLY

56

4 DAYS


2 DUBLIN / BELFAST, NORThERN IRELAND B

3 BELFAST, CITY SIghTSEEINg B

4 DEpART BELFAST B

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YOUR INCLUDED CITY SIghTSEEINg

DUBLIN See the highlights of the city on a Hop-on Hop-off tour. See page 55 for description.

BELFAST The perfect way to see Belfast at your own pace is on a Hop-on Hop-off tour! You can stay on the coach and watch the city sights as you pass by, or get off and see what you want to up close (entrance fees not included). Pick up the tour at one of the 20 stops, including the Titanic’s Dock & Pump House, the Parliament buildings, Shaftsbury Square and many more.

pRICES pER pERSON FROm* pREmIER FIRST CLASS mODERATE Twin Single Triple Twin Single Triple Twin Single Triple

4 DAYS REF: DDB4 Apr 1-Apr 30 $849 $1,219 $807 $689 $989 $655 $599 $889 $569 May 1-Jun 30 $899 $1,289 $854 $699 $999 $664 $629 $909 $598 Jul 1-Aug 31 $909 $1,299 $864 $709 $1,009 $674 $899 $609 $854 Sep 1-Oct 31 $899 $1,289 $854 $699 $999 $664 $629 $909 $598

5 DAYS REF: DDB5 Apr 1-Apr 30 $1,039 $1,589 $987 $779 $1,149 $740 $679 $1,009 $645 May 1-Jun 30 $1,059 $1,609 $1,006 $789 $1,159 $750 $696 $1,039 $661 Jul 1-Aug 31 $969 $1,479 $921 $819 $1,199 $778 $719 $1,069 $683 Sep 1-Oct 31 $1,059 $1,609 $1,006 $789 $1,159 $750 $696 $1,039 $661

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* Per person prices are land only. For information on hotels, please see page 60. Airfare is additional. Your Brendan Specialist will quote you the lowest airfare available to us at the time of booking.

Extra nights are available in Dublin and Belfast.

Because of the close proximity between hotels and train station in Dublin and Belfast, transfers are on your own. private train station transfers are available at an extra charge. A return by train to Dublin is available, from $98 per person.


pREmIER Dublin | The Shelbourne Belfast | The Fitzwilliam Train | 1st class ticket with reserved seat

FIRST CLASS Dublin | O’Callaghan’s Alexander Hotel Belfast | Europa Hotel Train* | 2nd class ticket with reserved seat

mODERATE Dublin | Ashling Hotel Belfast | Park Inn by RadissonTrain* | 2nd class ticket with reserved seat

5 DAYS



3 DUBLIN / BELFAST, NORThERN IRELAND B

4 BELFAST, CITY SIghTSEEINg B

5 DEpART BELFAST B

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London, Paris & BrusselsExplorE

London

loNDoN EYE Ride the exciting London Eye high above historic London. Take in the outstanding views from the 443-foot high wheel. operates: Daily; open from 10:00 a.m.-8:30 p.m.


HArrY poTTEr HoGWArTS ExprESS Spend the afternoon with Harry! You will be transferred to the Warner Bros. Studio for a behind-the-scenes look at the movie world of the famous wizard. See some of the sets, props, and cos tumes used in the making of the movies, and learn some of the secrets as well.Note: This is not an escorted tour. Once booked, tickets are non-refundable.

operates: Tue, Thu & Sat; 1:00 p.m.-6:30 p.m.

price per person From: Adult $162, Child (5-15 yrs) $149

roYAl loNDoN Enjoy a tour of the British capital. See famous sites including Parliament Square, Big Ben, Westminster Abbey, Buckingham Palace, Kensington Palace and more.operates: Daily; 8:45 a.m.-12:00 p.m.


SToNEHENGE ExprESS Travel across the plains to Stonehenge, one of the most famous stone circles in the world. While its origins are still shrouded in mystery, a visit to this UNESCO World Heritage site is a must! You can stroll around the stones with an audio guide, and try to solve the riddle yourself.operates: Daily (Apr-Oct, except Jun 21); Tue, Thu, Sat & Sun (Nov-Mar); 12:15 p.m.-7:00 p.m.


SAlISBUrY CATHEDrAl, SToNEHENGE & BATH Your tour starts in Salisbury with a visit to Salisbury Cathedral. On the Chapter House to see one of four surviving copies of the Magna Carta. Next is Stonehenge, where your audio guide takes you around the standing stones. Finally, visit the Roman Baths, built over 2000 years ago. operates: Daily; 8:45 a.m.-7:00 p.m


WArWICK CASTlE, STrATForD, oxForD & CoTSWolDS Visit Warwick Castle, dating back over 1,000 years. The castle will take you to a time of sumptuous banquets, bloody battles and royal splendor. Then, a drive through the Cotswolds brings you to Shakespeare’s Stratford-upon-Avon, where you’ll visit his birthplace. On for a walking tour of Oxford. See the colleges and visit the Great Hall, the inspiration for Harry Potter’s Hogwart’s Hall. operates: Daily; 8:45 a.m.-7:00 p.m.


Paris lE ToUr DE FrANCE oF WINE This informative experience is perfect for anyone who wants to learn about French wine. You’ll taste six different varieties, discover the styles from the main wine regions of France and find out how to properly taste wine. Santé! operates: Daily; 5:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m.


WINE & CHEESE lUNCH A delicious way to learn about the wines and cheeses of France! Taste five different varietals, perfectly matched with artisanal cheeses. Your sommelier will teach you about the vintages and pairings. operates: Daily; 12:15 p.m.; 1½ hrs


VErSAIllES ApArTMENTS Visit the extravagent home of the Sun King, Louis XIV. See the magnificent Hall of Mirrors, the Queen’s apartments and the elegant gardens. operates: Daily except Mon (Apr-Sep; no tour May 1); daily except Sun (Oct-Mar; no tours Dec 25 & Jan 1); 8:45 a.m. & 2:00 p.m.; 4 hrs


EIFFEl ToWEr DINNEr, CrUISE & MoUlIN roUGE Enjoy dinner and the view from the Eiffel Tower’s Le 58 Restaurant, on the first floor of the monument. Then a cruise along the River Seine shows you highlights of the impressive “City of Light.” End with the exciting show at the famous Moulin Rouge.operates: Daily (except Jan 1, Feb 14, Jul 14, Dec 24, 25 & 31); 6:15 p.m.; 4 hrs

price per person From: $391; $251 (no Moulin Rouge)

GIVErNY Make an unforgettable visit to the beautiful gardens at Giverny, where Impressionist painter Claude Monet lived and worked from 1883 until his death in 1926. See the famous Japanese bridge, and perhaps visit his home and studio. operates: Apr-Oct; Daily except Sun; 1:45 p.m.; 5 hrs


Brussels

GHENT & BrUGES ExCUrSIoN Travel to Ghent and take in the highlights of the city, including St. Bavo’s Cathedral, the Castle of the Count of Flanders and the Belfrey. Then on to Bruges. See the Lake of Love and the Beguinage. Then, on a walking tour, view Saint John’s Hospital, Market Square and the medieval Chapel of the Holy Blood. operates: Daily (Apr-Oct); Tue, Thu, Sat & Sun (Nov-Mar); 9:00 a.m.; 9½ hrs


ANTWErp ExCUrSIoN Visit Antwerp where a walking tour begins at the city fortress and continues to the Market Square. Stop at Our Lady’s Cathedral to see works by master artist Peter Paul Rubens. This is also the world’s diamond center, and no visit would be complete without a stop at a diamond workshop! operates: Mon, Wed, Fri & Sat (Apr-Oct); Wed & Sat (Nov-Mar); 1:15 p.m.; 5½ hrs

price per person From: $ 61

warwick castle

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The Netherlands & IrelandExplorE

Amsterdam CANAl CrUISE Board a glass-topped canal cruiser and glide through the city, viewing centuries-old canal houses and the old port. Your cruise is an hour long, and you have the option to add a “Skip the Line” entrance to the Van Gogh Museum or the Hermitage Museum.operates: Daily; from 10:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m.; 1 hr cruise onlyprice per person From: $18

operates: Daily; from 10:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m.; 1 hr cruise + the Van Gogh Museumprice per person From: $47

operates: Daily; from 10:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.; 1 hr cruise + the Hermitage Museum


UNIQUE DINNEr CrUISE Savor a 4-course meal while you cruise through the illuminated city.operates: Daily; 8:00 p.m.; 2½ hrs


CoUNTrYSIDE BIKE ToUr Climb aboard a bike for a unique view of the Dutch countryside. Ride along 25 miles of scenic paths through a nature reserve and past villages and brooks. You’ll be accompanied by an experienced guide.operates: Daily; 10:30 a.m.; 4 hrs


VolENDAM, MArKEN & WINDMIllS Travel out to the delightful f ishing villages of Volendam and Marken. See the Zaanse Schans with its charming windmills – a typical Dutch scene. Visit a wooden shoe maker and per haps buy a pair for yourself, then on to learn the secrets of making cheese at a local factory.operates: Daily; 9:00 a.m., 12:00 p.m. & 2:30 p.m.; 5 hrs


BrUGES, BElGIUM ExCUrSIoN Head across the border into Belgium and travel to the pretty city of Bruges. A walking tour shows off the highlights of this UNESCO listed city, then your time is free to explore. The city is also known for chocolate and lace, so don’t miss the sweets and gift shops!operates: Sun & Wed; 11 hrs


Dublin ABBEY TAVErN Enjoy a lively show reflecting Ireland’s wealth of music and song, served with a 5-course Irish dinner.operates: Thu, Fri, Sat; 7:30 p.m.; 2¾ hrs


GUINNESS STorEHoUSE Experience the true taste of Guinness at this museum showcasing the history of “The Black Stuff,” and enjoy a free pint in the Gravity Bar, with 360° views of Dublin.operates: Daily; 1 hr, self guided tour, plus your time in the Gravity Bar


olD JAMESoN DISTIllErY ToUr Discover the history of this Irish Whiskey Distillery and how water, barley and yeast are combined to form the golden spirit. Then, savor a Jameson Signature drink.operates: Daily; open 9:30 a.m.-6 p.m.; 1 hr


DUBlIN WAlKING ToUr See the highlights of the Irish capital plus some of her hidden surprises on this easy walk with a knowledgeable local guide.operates: Most days; 1½ - 2 hrs price per person From: $17

WICKloW MoUNTAINS, VAllEY & lAKES Travel through the Wicklow Mountains and visit Avoca village. On to Glendalough to see the monastic settlement founded by St. Kevin.

operates: Daily; 9:15 a.m.; 7½ hrs price per person From: $39

DUBlIN CITY BIKE ToUr Take an easy-paced, eco-friendly bike tour of Dublin with a local guide to show you the sights. Includes the use of a state-of-the-art Dahon bike.

operates: Mar 1-Nov 30; Daily; 2½-3 hrs price per person From: $37

DUBlIN BAY & CASTlE ToUr Travel to historic Malahide Castle. Tour the castle and stroll through the gardens, then stop for stunning views of Dublin Bay.

operates: Daily (Apr-Oct); 9:30 p.m. & 2 p.m. 3½ hrs price per person From: $37

Killarney roSS CASTlE & KIllArNEY ESTATE JAUNTING CAr ToUr Hear tales of history, legend and folklore as you ramble through Killarney National Park in a horse-drawn jaunting car. See splendid Ross Castle, built in the 15th century and admire the spectacular scenery.

operates: Daily; minimum 2 passengers; 1 hr


DINGlE pENINSUlA ToUr The Dingle Peninsula stretches out into the Atlantic Ocean on the Southwest coast of Ireland. Renowned for its scenery, this is a journey not to be missed. You’ll enjoy the vistas and stops in villages along the way.

operates: Daily; Apr-Oct; 10:30 a.m.-5 p.m.


DUBLIN CITY BIKE TOUR


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hIlton on parK lane preMIer

An award winning 5-star hotel located on Park Lane, in the heart of Mayfair overlooking Hyde Park

453 rooms and suites feature A/C, Internet access, a TV and more


Fitness room, laundry service, 24-hour room service and more

holIday Inn reGents parK FIrst class

This contemporary 4-star hotel boasts a superb central location and transportion links

332 rooms offer A/C, a coffee/tea maker, Internet access, a minibar and TV

Bar and restaurant

Concierge and laundry service

holIday Inn express earls court Moderate

This 3.5-star hotel is close to the West Kensington Tube station

150 contemporary rooms feature A/C, a coffee/tea maker, Internet access and TV


Free WiFi in the lobby

London

hotel de vIGny preMIer

A luxury 5-star hotel located in the heart of Paris, close to the Champs-Elysees

37 tranquil rooms offer A/C, marble bathrooms, Internet access, a minibar, safe and TV

Bar and restaurant

24-hour reception and concierge desk

arIoso hotel FIrst class

This 19th-century boutique 4-star hotel is close to the Champs-Elysees and Parc Monceau

28 cozy and quiet rooms offer A/C, a minibar, safe, TV and free WiFi


Concierge desk, library and rooftop terrace

hotel vIlla ModIGlIanIModerate

A charming 3-star hotel located on the Left Bank near the Montparnasse Railway Station

100 contemporary rooms feature A/C, a safe, TV and free WiFi

Bar, restaurant and terrace


nh atlanta cIty centreModerate

This 3.5-star modern hotel is close to shops, Grand’Place and a subway station

246 rooms offer A/C, a minibar, safe, TV and free WiFi

Bar, restaurant and 24-hour room service

24-hour reception and fitness center

conrad hotel brussels preMIer

A stunning 5-star hotel set on the fashionable Avenue Louise with a 19th-century facade

269 magnificent rooms and suites offer A/C, marble bathrooms, Internet access, a safe and TV

Bar and elegant restaurant

Concierge desk, health Spa and laundry service

nh atlanta brussels hotelFIrst class

A centrally located 4-star hotel minutes from the city’s sights and train station

241 welcoming rooms offer A/C, a safe, TV and free WiFi

Breakfast room, rooftop terrace and restaurant

Billiards room, concierge desk and health club

Paris

Brussels


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nh BarBIZon palace preMIer

A 5-star hotel in the heart of Old Amsterdam

274 distinctive rooms offer A/C, a minibar, safe, TV and free WiFi

Bar, 2 restaurants and 24-hour room service


nh carlton aMsterdaM FIrst class

This elegant 4-star hotel is situated in the heart of the city, overlooking the Flower Market

218 stylish rooms offer A/C, a minibar, satellite TV and free WiFi

Bar, cafe and restaurant


tulIp Inn aMsterdaM centre Moderate

A 3-star city-center hotel, only a 3 minute walk to the central train station

110 comfortable rooms with a coffee/tea maker, safe, Internet access and flat-screen TV

Breakfast room and lobby lounge


Amsterdam

the shelBourne preMIer

A charming, historic 5-star hotel overlooking St. Stephen’s Green, minutes from Trinity College

246 spacious rooms offer A/C, luxurious bedding, an iPod dock, safe, TV and free WiFi

2 stylish lounges, restaurant and bar

Concierge desk, fitness center and Spa

o’callaGhan aleXander hotel FIrst class

This beautiful, contemporary 4-star hotel is nestled in a quiet corner at Merrion Square

102 well-appointed rooms feature A/C, Internet access, a safe, tea/coffee maker and TV

2 restaurants

24-hour reception, concierge desk and gym

ashlInG hotel Moderate

A 4-star hotel located adjacent to Heuston Station, and a 5 minute train ride to the city center

225 spacious rooms offer A/C, a tea/coffee maker, safe, hot towel rack, TV and free WiFi

Bar, restaurant and 24-hour room service


arButus hotel Moderate

A historic family-run 4-star hotel in the town center

25 guest rooms offer a coffee/tea maker, desk and satellite TV

Buckleys Bar serves traditional Irish fare

24-hour reception, free WiFi in lobby and fireplace

KIllarney parK hotel preMIer

This luxury 5-star hotel is wonderfully situated in the town center

68 classic and contemporary rooms offer A/C, a DVD player, safe, TV, free WiFi and more

Bar, restaurant, breakfast room and Afternoon Tea service

Concierge desk, putting green, tennis and Spa

the Malton FIrst class

A 4-star superior hotel surrounded by 6 acres of gardens, located in the center of town

171 spacious rooms feature a fireplace, safe, TV, free WiFi and bottled water

Bar, 3 restaurants, breakfast room and Afternoon Tea service

Concierge desk, fitness center, pool and tennis

Dublin

Killarney

Spain

the royal palace, in madrid has 2,800 rooms, over 40 balconies, parade grounds, a plaza and alarge landscaped park

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MADRID TO SEVILLE

Madrid, Granada & Seville


> Private airport transfers in Madrid on Day 1 and Seville on Day 7/8/10

> Twin-bedded rooms in your selected, centrally located hotel, hotel taxes and service charges



> High-speed train transportation Madrid/Granada aboard the Altaria

> Train transportation Granada/Seville

> Hop-on Hop-off city tours in Madrid, Granada and Seville

> Travel documents

$1122FROM

LAND ONLY

62

7 DAYS

1 ARRIVE IN MADRID, SPAIN

2 MADRID, CITY SIghTSEEINg B

3 MADRID / gRANADA B

4 gRANADA, CITY SIghTSEEINg B

5 gRANADA / SEVILLE B

6 SEVILLE, CITY SIghTSEEINg B

7 DEPART SEVILLE B

MADRIDMADRID

SEVILLESEVILLE

Spain

GRANADAGRANADA

Portugal

To/FromBarcelonaExtension

Altaria

2

22

REF: EGS


PREMIER Madrid | Melia Madrid PrincesaGranada | Hotel M.A. Nazaries Seville | Grand Melia Colon Train | 1st class ticket with reserved seat

FIRST CLASS Madrid | El Coloso HotelGranada | Melia Granada Hotel Seville | Ribera de Triana Hotel Train* | 2nd class ticket with reserved seat

MODERATE Madrid | Hotel Regente or Principe PioGranada | Hotel Juan Miguel Seville | Eurostars Regina Train* | 2nd class ticket with reserved seat

8 DAYS





5 gRANADA, A FULL FREE DAY B



8 DEPART SEVILLE B

MADRIDMADRID

SEVILLESEVILLE

Spain

GRANADAGRANADA

Portugal


Altaria

2

32

REF: EGT

10 DAYS



3 MADRID, A FULL FREE DAY B



6 gRANADA, A FULL FREE DAY B



9 SEVILLE, A FULL FREE DAY B

10 DEPART SEVILLE B

MADRIDMADRID

SEVILLESEVILLE

Spain

GRANADAGRANADA

Portugal


Altaria

3

33

REF: EGU


For added flexibility, you can choose to start your vacation in either Madrid or Seville.

* UPgRADE YOUR RAIL EXPERIENCE!For an even more comfortable train journey from Madrid/Granada (not available Granada/Seville), upgrade to First Class for only $114 per person. Enjoy a more spacious seat with added leg room, a welcome drink, at-seat meal and more.

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MAdRidGet a unique view of Madrid on a Hop-on Hop- off tour. Choose between two routes covering all of the city’s highlights, from historical sites and monu ments to the modern Madrid of sky scrapers and cosmopolitan architec-ture. See such highlights such as the Royal Palace, the Paseo del Prado and the Puerta de Alcalá (entrance fees not included). Each route is approximately 2 hours if you do not get off the coach.

GRAnAdAExplore Granada your own way on a Hop-on Hop-off city tour. Discover this cultural hot-spot, famous for its Moorish architecture when you visit the Alhambra and the Generalife, and see the Parque de las Ciencias, the neighborhoods of Albaicin and Sacromonte, and the Cathedral (entrance fees not included). The route is approximately 12 hours if you do not get off the coach.

SevilleSeville is an his toric masterpiece full of Islamic monu ments, gardens and Flamenco festivals. Enjoy a tour around the city and Hop-on Hop-off at your convenience at 11 different stops. See such city highlights such as the splendid Torre del Oro, the Puente de San Telmo, the University of Seville and the Casino de la Exposicion (entrance fees not included). The route is approximately 12 hours if you do not get off the coach.


7 dAYS REF: EGS Apr 1-Jun 30 $2,066 $3,512 $2,024 $1,403 $2,386 $1,360 $1,287 $2,187 $1,244 Jul 1-Aug 31 $1,876 $3,189 $1,833 $1,213 $2,062 $1,170 $1,122 $1,907 $1,079 Sep 1-Sep 30 $2,066 $3,512 $2,024 $1,403 $2,386 $1,360 $1,308 $2,224 $1,265 Oct 1-Oct 31 $2,038 $3,465 $1,995 $1,332 $2,265 $1,289 $1,272 $2,163 $1,230 Nov 1-Dec 31‡ $1,970 $3,349 $1,925 $1,273 $2,165 $1,229 $1,178 $2,002 $1,133 Jan 1-Mar 31 ‘14‡ $1,970 $3,349 $1,925 $1,273 $2,165 $1,229 $1,178 $2,002 $1,133

8 dAYS REF: EGT Apr 1-Jun 30 $2,204 $3,746 $2,154 $1,500 $2,549 $1,450 $1,385 $2,353 $1,335 Jul 1-Aug 31 $1,989 $3,382 $1,940 $1,275 $2,168 $1,225 $1,164 $1,979 $1,115 Sep 1-Sep 30 $2,204 $3,746 $2,154 $1,500 $2,549 $1,450 $1,385 $2,353 $1,335 Oct 1-Oct 31 $2,175 $3,698 $2,126 $1,467 $2,494 $1,417 $1,363 $2,317 $1,314 Nov 1-Dec 31‡ $2,089 $3,552 $2,037 $1,339 $2,277 $1,287 $1,223 $2,078 $1,170 Jan 1-Mar 31 ‘14‡ $2,089 $3,552 $2,037 $1,339 $2,277 $1,287 $1,223 $2,078 $1,170

10 dAYS REF: EGU Apr 1-Jun 30 $2,601 $4,422 $2,538 $1,703 $2,894 $1,639 $1,633 $2,776 $1,569 Jul 1-Aug 31 $2,317 $3,939 $2,254 $1,403 $2,386 $1,339 $1,271 $2,160 $1,207 Sep 1-Sep 30 $2,601 $4,422 $2,538 $1,660 $2,822 $1,596 $1,633 $2,776 $1,569 Oct 1-Oct 31 $2,584 $4,393 $2,521 $1,633 $2,776 $1,569 $1,562 $2,655 $1,498 Nov 1-Dec 31‡ $2,433 $4,136 $2,366 $1,473 $2,505 $1,406 $1,334 $2,268 $1,267 Jan 1-Mar 31 ‘14‡ $2,433 $4,136 $2,366 $1,473 $2,505 $1,406 $1,334 $2,268 $1,267

Travel any day.



Extra nights are available in Madrid and Seville.

Because of the close proximity between hotels and train stations, transfers are on your own. Private transfers in all cities are available at an extra charge. easy hotel/train station transfer instructions will be provided in your documentation.

Discover vibrant Barcelona…Add 3 days to the beginning or end of your vacation. Available from Madrid, not Seville.

1 MAdRid / BARcelOnA

2 BARcelOnA, ciTY SiGHTSeeinG B

3 dePART BARcelOnA B

Your Travel value includes One-way train ticket with reserved seat from Madrid/Barcelona • Breakfast daily (B) • An English-speaking local host • Hop-on Hop-off city tour • Private airport transfer on Day 3

Your Personally Selected Hotel & TransportationPReMieR Melia Barcelona Hotel / 1st class ticket

FiRST clASS Abba Sants Hotel / 2nd class ticket*MOdeRATe Hotel Park / 2nd class ticket*

Price Per Person From: (Ref: eBc)

Twin $639-$966, depending on your choice of hotel and date of travel. Extra nights are available in Barcelona.

*First class Train Upgrade: $142 per person

THe AlHAMBRA, GRAnAdA

Seville’S BeAUTiFUl MARiA lUiSA PARk


BARCELONA TO MADRID

Barcelona & Madrid


> Private airport transfers in Barcelona on Day 1 and Madrid on Day 5/6/7

> Twin-bedded rooms in your selected, centrally located hotels, hotel taxes and service charges (for Barcelona, bed taxes are paid directly at the hotels)



> High-speed train transportation Barcelona/Madrid aboard the AVE

> Hop-on Hop-off city tours in Barcelona and Madrid

> Travel documents

$966FROM

LAND ONLY

64

5 DAYS

1 ARRIVE IN BARCELONA, SPAIN

2 BARCELONA, CITY SIghTSEEINg B

3 BARCELONA / MADRID B


5 DEPART MADRID B

MADRIDMADRID

BARCELONABARCELONASpain

Portugal

To/FromSeville

Extension To/FromGranada

Extension

AVE

2

2

REF: ETM


PREMIER Barcelona | Melia Barcelona Hotel Madrid | Melia Madrid PrincesaTrain | 1st class ticket with reserved seat

FIRST CLASS Barcelona | Abba Sants Hotel Madrid | Hotel El Coloso Train* | 2nd class ticket with reserved seat

MODERATE Barcelona | Park Hotel Madrid | Hotel Regente or Principe PioTrain* | 2nd class ticket with reserved seat

6 DAYS



3 BARCELONA, A FULL FREE DAY B



6 DEPART MADRID B

MADRIDMADRID


Portugal

To/FromSeville


Extension

AVE

2

3

REF: EBM

7 DAYS






6 MADRID, A FULL FREE DAY B

7 DEPART MADRID B

MADRIDMADRID


Portugal

To/FromSeville


Extension

AVE

3

3

REF: EZN


For added flexibility, you can choose to start your vacation in either Barcelona or Madrid.

* UPgRADE YOUR RAIL EXPERIENCE!

For an even more comfortable train journey, upgrade to First Class from only $142 per person. Enjoy access to AVE lounges at stations, a roomy reclining seat, and meal service at your seat.

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baRcelOnaBarcelona is a charming and diverse city, set on the northeastern Mediterranean coast. A temperate climate, sandy beaches, wonderful art and architecture, and excellent cuisine make it an enticing getaway. Discover lovely Barcelona on a Hop-on Hop-off journey through the city aboard an open-top, double decker coach. There are two routes and many stops to choose from at highlights such as Plaza de Cataluña, the cathedral and its


5 daYS REF: ETM Apr 1-Apr 30 $1,458 $2,479 $1,430 $1,068 $1,815 $1,039 $1,030 $1,751 $1,001 May 1-Jun 30 $1,481 $2,518 $1,453 $1,096 $1,863 $1,068 $1,044 $1,774 $1,015 Jul 1-Jul 31 $1,298 $2,207 $1,269 $1,048 $1,782 $1,020 $1,001 $1,701 $973 Aug 1-Aug 31 $1,277 $2,170 $1,248 $1,007 $1,711 $978 $966 $1,642 $937 Sep 1-Sep 30 $1,481 $2,518 $1,453 $1,096 $1,863 $1,068 $1,044 $1,774 $1,015 Oct 1-Oct 31 $1,458 $2,479 $1,430 $1,068 $1,815 $1,039 $1,030 $1,751 $1,001 Nov 1-Dec 31‡ $1,340 $2,278 $1,311 $1,057 $1,797 $1,027 $1,014 $1,724 $984 Jan 1-Mar 31 ‘14‡ $1,340 $2,278 $1,311 $1,057 $1,797 $1,027 $1,014 $1,724 $9846 daYS REF: EBM Apr 1-Apr 30 $1,610 $2,738 $1,575 $1,183 $2,011 $1,147 $1,108 $1,883 $1,072 May 1-Jun 30 $1,633 $2,776 $1,598 $1,213 $2,062 $1,177 $1,160 $1,972 $1,125 Jul 1-Jul 31 $1,421 $2,417 $1,386 $1,201 $2,042 $1,166 $1,113 $1,893 $1,078 Aug 1-Aug 31 $1,419 $2,411 $1,383 $1,153 $1,960 $1,118 $1,064 $1,808 $1,028 Sep 1-Sep 30 $1,633 $2,776 $1,598 $1,213 $2,062 $1,177 $1,160 $1,972 $1,125 Oct 1-Oct 31 $1,610 $2,738 $1,575 $1,181 $2,009 $1,146 $1,133 $1,927 $1,098 Nov 1-Dec 31‡ $1,490 $2,532 $1,452 $1,211 $2,058 $1,173 $1,117 $1,898 $1,079 Jan 1-Mar 31 ‘14‡ $1,490 $2,532 $1,452 $1,211 $2,058 $1,173 $1,117 $1,898 $1,0797 daYS REF: EZN Apr 1-Apr 30 $1,816 $3,087 $1,774 $1,314 $2,232 $1,271 $1,244 $2,114 $1,201 May 1-Jun 30 $1,839 $3,125 $1,796 $1,342 $2,282 $1,299 $1,264 $2,148 $1,221 Jul 1-Jul 31 $1,563 $2,658 $1,521 $1,201 $2,042 $1,159 $1,173 $1,994 $1,130 Aug 1-Aug 31 $1,548 $2,631 $1,505 $1,176 $1,999 $1,133 $1,129 $1,920 $1,086 Sep 1-Sep 30 $1,839 $3,125 $1,796 $1,342 $2,282 $1,299 $1,264 $2,148 $1,221 Oct 1-Oct 31 $1,816 $3,087 $1,774 $1,316 $2,238 $1,274 $1,244 $2,114 $1,201 Nov 1-Dec 31‡ $1,625 $2,763 $1,580 $1,235 $2,099 $1,190 $1,185 $2,016 $1,141 Jan 1-Mar 31 ‘14‡ $1,625 $2,763 $1,580 $1,235 $2,099 $1,190 $1,185 $2,016 $1,141

Travel any day.



Extra nights are available in Barcelona and Madrid.


Barcelona and Madrid bed taxes are not included in the vacation prices. Guests are required to make payment directly to the hotel at the time of check-out. Taxes are applicable to all hotel stays. Your Brendan Specialist will advise you at the time of booking the approximate amount you should budget. Bed tax amount is dependent on the hotel’s category rating.

Discover Granada: “The Moorish Jewel”…Add 3 days to the beginning or end of your vacation. Available from Madrid, not Barcelona.

1 MadRid / GRanada

2 GRanada, ciTY SiGHTSeeinG b

3 dePaRT GRanada b

Your Travel Value includes One-way train ticket with reserved seat from Madrid/Granada • Breakfast daily b • An English-speaking local host • Hop-on Hop-off city tour • Private airport transfer on Day 3

Your Personally Selected Hotel & Train TransportationPReMieR Hotel M.A. Nazaries / 1st class ticket

FiRST claSS Melia Granada Hotel / 2nd class ticket*MOdeRaTe Hotel Juan Miguel / 2nd class ticket*

Price Per Person From: (Ref: eGR) Twin $308-$700, depending on your choice of hotel and date of travel. Extra nights are available in Granada.


Discover Seville, the capital of Andalusia …Add 3 days to the beginning or end of your vacation. Available from Madrid, not Barcelona.

1 MadRid / SeVille

2 SeVille, ciTY SiGHTSeeinG b

3 dePaRT SeVille b

Your Travel Value includes One-way train ticket with reserved seat from Madrid/Seville • Breakfast daily b • An English-speaking local host • Hop-on Hop-off city tour • Private airport transfer on Day 3

Your Personally Selected Hotel & Train TransportationPReMieR Gran Melia Colon / 1st class ticket

FiRST claSS Ribera de Triana Hotel / 2nd class ticket*MOdeRaTe Eurostars Regina / 2nd class ticket*

Price Per Person From: (Ref: eSe)

Twin $506-$856, depending on your choice of hotel and date of travel. Extra nights are available in Seville.

* First class Train Upgrade: $114 per person

cloister, Gothic Quarter, Sagrada Familia Cathedral, Parque Guell, Villa Olimpica, up the Montjuïc Mountain for a panoramic view of the city and harbor and perhaps visit the Poble Espanyol (entrance fees not included). Each route is approximately 2 hours, if you do not get off the coach.

MadRidGet a unique view of Madrid aboard the open- top double-decker Hop-on Hop-off coach. There are two routes to choose from cover-ing all of the city’s highlights, from historical sites and monu ments to the modern Madrid of skyscrapers and cosmo politan architec-ture. See the spectacular Royal Palace, the Paseo del Prado and the Puerta de Alcalá. A drive down the Gran Vía, the capital’s most important road during the first half of the last century, gives insight into its unique architectural diversity and out standing examples of the Belle Epoque, such as the Casino de Madrid and the Palace Hotel (entrance fees not included). Each route is approximately 2 hours, if you do not get off the coach.

GUell PaRk, baRcelOna


Barcelona & Madridplus Toledo option


> Private airport transfers in Barcelona on Day 1 and Madrid on Day 6/7




> High-speed train transportation Barcelona/Madrid aboard the AVE

> Hop-on Hop-off city tours in Barcelona and Madrid - see page 64 for details

> Full day tour of Toledo

> Travel documents

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6 DAYS


2 BARCELONA, CITY SIGHTSEEING B


4 MADRID, CITY SIGHTSEEING B

5 MADRID / TOLEDO DAY TRIP B

6 DEPART MADRID B

MADRIDMADRID

BARCELONABARCELONA

SpainTOLEDOTOLEDOPortugal

3

2

REF: ESL


PREMIER Barcelona | Melia Barcelona Madrid | Melia Madrid PrincesaTrain | 1st class ticket with reserved seat

FIRST CLASS Barcelona | Abba Sants Hotel Madrid | El Coloso HotelTrain* | 2nd class ticket with reserved seat

MODERATE Barcelona | Park Hotel Madrid | Regente Hotel or Principe PioTrain* | 2nd class ticket with reserved seat

BARCELONA TO MADRID

$1177FROM

LAND ONLY

PRICES PER PERSON FROM* PREMIER FIRST CLASS MODERATE Twin Single Triple Twin Single Triple Twin Single Triple

6 DAYS REF: ESL Apr 1-Apr 30 $1,740 $2,958 $1,704 $1,296 $2,204 $1,261 $1,221 $2,076 $1,186 May 1-Jun 30 $1,785 $3,035 $1,749 $1,326 $2,255 $1,291 $1,274 $2,166 $1,238 Jul 1-Jul 31 $1,561 $2,653 $1,525 $1,315 $2,235 $1,279 $1,227 $2,086 $1,191 Aug 1-Aug 31 $1,532 $2,604 $1,497 $1,267 $2,153 $1,231 $1,177 $2,001 $1,142 Sep 1-Sep 30 $1,785 $3,035 $1,749 $1,326 $2,255 $1,291 $1,274 $2,166 $1,238 Oct 1-Oct 31 $1,740 $2,958 $1,704 $1,295 $2,201 $1,260 $1,247 $2,120 $1,2117 DAYS REF: ESM Apr 1-Apr 30 $1,937 $3,293 $1,894 $1,417 $2,410 $1,375 $1,363 $2,317 $1,321 May 1-Jun 30 $1,958 $3,328 $1,916 $1,456 $2,475 $1,413 $1,377 $2,342 $1,335 Jul 1-Jul 31 $1,684 $2,863 $1,642 $1,315 $2,235 $1,272 $1,275 $2,168 $1,233 Aug 1-Aug 31 $1,656 $2,814 $1,613 $1,289 $2,192 $1,247 $1,247 $2,120 $1,204 Sep 1-Sep 30 $1,958 $3,328 $1,916 $1,456 $2,475 $1,413 $1,377 $2,342 $1,335 Oct 1-Oct 31 $1,937 $3,293 $1,894 $1,430 $2,431 $1,387 $1,358 $2,308 $1,315Travel any day.


Extra nights are available in Barcelona and Madrid.

Because of the close proximity between hotels and train stations, transfers are on your own. Private transfers are available at an extra charge. Easy hotel/train station transfer instructions will be provided in your documentation.Barcelona bed taxes are not included in the vacation prices. Guests are required to make payment directly to the hotel at the time of check-out. Taxes are applicable to all hotel stays. Your Brendan Specialist will advise you at the time of booking the approximate amount you should budget. Bed tax amount is dependent on the hotel’s category rating.


For added flexibility, you can choose to start your vacation in either Barcelona or Madrid.

YOUR INCLUDED SIGHTSEEING

TOLEDO DAY TRIPTravel 44 miles southwest of Madrid to the imperial city of Toledo, settled in the 7th century, and now a UNESCO World Heritage site. Enjoy a panoramic sightseeing tour of this “city of three cultures.” See highlights of the historic center such as the Cathedral, the Church of St. Tomé with El Entierro del señor de Orgaz – a master piece of the famous 16-century painter El Greco – and the Synagogue of Sta. María la Blanca.

* UPGRADE YOUR RAIL EXPERIENCE!For an even more comfortable train journey, upgrade to First Class from only $142 per person. Enjoy access to AVE lounges at stations, roomy reclining seat, and meal service at your seat.

7 DAYS


2 BARCELONA, CITY SIGHTSEEING B



5 MADRID, CITY SIGHTSEEING B

6 MADRID / TOLEDO DAY TRIP B

7 DEPART MADRID B

MADRIDMADRID

BARCELONABARCELONA

SpainTOLEDOTOLEDOPortugal

3

3

REF: ESM

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SpainExplorE

Madrid roYAl MoNASTErY oF ESCorIAl Visit the impressive royal Monastery El Escorial, built to commemorate the Spanish victory in the battle of San Quentin. You’ll see the Hapsburgs Palace, the mausoleum, chapter houses and the basilica.operates: Daily except Mon; 8:45 a.m.; 5 hrs


AVIlA & SEGoVIA Journey to the walled city of Ávila, a UNESCO World Heritage site. See the Santa Teresa Convent, gothic palaces, the 12th century cathedral and more. Then on to Segovia, for views of the cathedral, the Roman aqueduct and the elegant and imposing Alcazar.operates: Tue & Thu (Apr-Dec except Dec 24, 25 & 31); 9:45 a.m.; 9 hrs

price per person From: $133 tour only; $168 with lunch

Barcelona BArCEloNA ArTISTIC: GAUDI, MoDErNISM & GoTHIC Antoni Gaudi was one of Spain’s most famous architects. See many of his creations as you tour the city. Start with his apartment, then on to see La Pedrera and visit Parc Guell. Next is his unfinished masterpiece, La Sagrade Familia. You will also see the bull ring and the Cathedral Santa Maria del Mar. operates: Daily; 3:30 p.m.; 3½ hrs


BArCEloNA ClASSIC & ArTISTIC See the highlights of the city, from the Plaza de Cataluna to the Gothic Quarter and Villa Olimpica. Ascend Montjüic Mountain and take in the splendid view of Barcelona. Visit the Poble Espanyol, then join the Barcelona Artistic tour. operates: Daily; 9:45 a.m.; 7 hrs


MoNTSErrAT Drive through picturesque villages to Montserrat, rising 4,051 feet. Stop to visit

the impressive Royal Basilica, home of the Romanesque carving of the Black Virgin. There’s time to take in the scenery before returning to Barcelona. operates: Daily; 9:30 a.m.; 5 hrs


SITGES & FrEIxENET WINErY Visit the Freixenet Cava Cellars to learn about the history and production of the sparkling Spanish wine. Board a small train to travel through the underground cellars, then on to the tasting room for samples. Returning to Barcelona, stop in Sitges, set on the Catalan Coast.operates: Fri, Sat & Sun (except Jan 1 & Dec 24-26 & 31); 8:45 a.m.; 6 hrs


FlAMENCo SHoW IN TABlAo CorDoBES The Tablao Cordobes, established in 1970, presents one of the finest Flamenco shows in Spain. Enjoy the show over dinner or with a drink. operates: Daily; 8:15 p.m., 10:00 p.m. & 11:30 p.m. drink only; 7:00 p.m., 8:30 p.m., & 10:00 p.m. with dinner

price per person From: $78 drink only; $146 with dinner

lA pEDrErA BY NIGHT Visit Casa Milà, more commonly known as La Pedrera, a marvelous creation by Antoni Gaudi. Spectacular by day, this grand

building is even more interesting at night. Discover its secrets and see how it comes to life after dark. operates: Daily; 8:30 p.m.-12:00 a.m.


Seville CorDoBA Journey to historic Cordoba on a full-day excursion. See the Alcazar de Los Reyes Cristianos and the Mezquita, then explore the Jewish Quarter on a walk. After a visit to the ornate Synagogue, there’s time to shop before returning to Seville.operates: Tue, Thu & Sat (except Dec 24, 25, 31 and Jan 1); 8:15 a.m.; 9 hrs


Granada GrANADA HISTorIC & ArTISTIC WAlKING ToUr Start your tour with a visit to the Royal Chapel. See the cathedral, then on to view Gran Via, the royal hospital, Jardines del Triunfo and the Carthusian Monastery. In the Moorish quarter of the Albaicín, stop at the Mirador de San Nicholas, take in the view, then on to Sacromonte, where the Gypsies live in caves. operates: Daily except except Dec 24, 25, 31 and Jan 1; 4:15 p.m.; 2½ hrs


THE MEzqUITA – THE GrEAT MoSqUE oF CorDoBA – WAS orIGINAllY BUIlT IN 784


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melia barcelona hotel premier

A 5-star hotel located in the cultural and commercial heart of Barcelona • 333 elegant rooms and suites offer A/C, a minibar, safe, TV, free WiFi and more • Breakfast room, lounge and restaurant • Spa, 24-hour reception and concierge desk

abba sants hotel First class

A modern 4-star hotel located downtown, close to the main train station • 140 contemporary rooms feature A/C, a minibar, safe, TV, free WiFi • Bar and restaurant • 24-hour reception and laundry service

park hotelmoderate

A 3-star historic hotel located in Old Town close to the main train station • 91 welcoming rooms offer A/C, a safe, TV and free WiFi • Bar and coffee shop • 24-hour reception and concierge service

Barcelona

eurostars regina moderate

This 3-star hotel offers traditional Spanish style set in the city center • 90 spacious rooms feature A/C, a minibar, safe, TV and free WiFi • Breakfast room • 24-hour reception and outdoor courtyard

gran melia colon premier

A city center 5-star hotel near the Alcazar • 146 rooms offer A/C, coffee/tea tray, Internet access, a TV and more • Bar, lounge and restaurant • Fitness room, Spa and laundry service

ribera de triana hotel First class

A modern 4-star hotel in the heart of the city, on the Guadalquivir River • 137 rooms offer A/C, a minibar, safe, TV and free WiFi • Bar and restaurant • 24-hour reception, gym and rooftop terrace

Seville

hotel juan miguel moderate

This 3-star hotel lies within walking distance of the Cathedral and the Real Chapel • 66 rooms offer A/C, a minibar, safe, TV, free WiFi and great family options • Coffee shop • 24-hour reception and laundry service

hotel m.a. nazaries premier

A 5-star hotel set in the historic heart of the city with easy access to the area highlights • 253 luxurious rooms offer A/C, a minibar, safe, TV and free WiFi • Bar and 2 restaurants • Concierge desk, fitness center and health Spa

melia granada hotel First class

A modern 4-star hotel in the historic heart of Granada next to Puerta Real and shopping • 232 comfortable rooms feature A/C, a minibar, safe, TV and free WiFi • Bar and restaurant • 24-hour reception and laundry service

Granada

melia madrid princesa hotel premier

This luxury 5-star hotel is just minutes from the Plaza de Espana and Plaza Mayor • 274 contem porary rooms offer A/C, a minibar, safe, TV, towel heater and free WiFi • Restaurant, lounge and tapas bar • 24-hour reception, concierge desk and Spa

hotel el colosoFirst class

A modern 4-star hotel located in the heart of Madrid’s cultural and entertainment neighborhood • 133 rooms feature A/C, a minibar, safe, TV and free WiFi • Breakfast room • 24-hour reception and laundry service

hotel regente moderate

In Calle Gran Vía, a few minutes walk from the Ramblas and Picasso Museum • 154 rooms have A/C, a desk, safe, satellite TV, WiFi access and more • Cafeteria and bar • Fitness room, laundry service and parking

Madrid

Central &Eastern Europe

the hungarian parliament buildingwas constructed to express the sovereignty of the nation and was scompleted in 1904

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zuRIch TO zuRIch

Switzerland including St. Moritz, Zermatt & Lucerne

YOuR TRAVEL VALuE INcLuDES

> Private airport transfers in Zurich on Day 1 and Lucerne on Day7/8/10




> Train transportation Zurich/St. Moritz, Zermatt/Lucerne and Lucerne/Zurich Airport

> Glacier Express train from St. Moritz/Zermatt

> Sightseeing with a local guide in Lucerne

> Travel documents

$2492FROm

LAND ONLY

70

7 DAYS

1 ARRIVE IN zuRIch, SwITzERLAND

2 zuRIch / ST. mORITz B

3 ST. mORITz / zERmATT B

4 zERmATT, A FuLL FREE DAY B

5 zERmATT / LucERNE B

6 LucERNE, cITY SIghTSEEINg B

7 LucERNE / DEpART zuRIch AIRpORT B

ST.MORITZST.MORITZ

Switzerland

Italy

ZURICHZURICH

ZERMATTZERMATT

LUCERNELUCERNE

Glacier ExpressGlacier Express

High Speed Train

1

2

2

1

REF: EZQ

YOuR pERSONALLY SELEcTED hOTELS & TRANSpORTATION

pREmIER Zurich | Hotel Glockenhof Vienna | Hotel SchweizerhofZermatt | Boutique Hotel Alex Lucerne | Art Deco Hotel MontanaTrains | 1st class ticket with reserved seats

FIRST cLASS Zurich | Leonardo Boutique Hotel Rigihof Vienna | La Margna HotelZermatt | Alex Schlosshotel Lucerne | Hotel Continental ParkTrains* | 2nd class ticket with reserved seats

mODERATE Zurich | Best Western Hotel Montana Vienna | Hauser Hotel St. MoritzZermatt | Hotel La Couronne Zermatt Lucerne | Waldstaeterhof Hotel LuzerneTrains* | 2nd class ticket with reserved seats

8 DAYS



3 ST. mORITz, A FuLL FREE DAY B






REF: EZR

10 DAYS











REF: EZS

* upgRADE YOuR RAIL EXpERIENcE!For an even more comfortable train journey, upgrade to First Class from only $398 per person. Enjoy large, comfortable reclining seats and extra leg room.

ST.MORITZST.MORITZ

Switzerland

Italy

ZURICHZURICH

ZERMATTZERMATT

LUCERNELUCERNE


High Speed Train

1

2

2

2

ST.MORITZST.MORITZ

Switzerland

Italy

ZURICHZURICH

ZERMATTZERMATT

LUCERNELUCERNE


High Speed Train

1

2

3

3

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lUceRneSee the beautiful bridges and sights of Lucerne on a walking city sightseeing tour. A local guide will show you some of the city’s most stunning attractions including the Lion Monument, Chapel Bridge, Town Hall, Jesuit Church, Concert Hall and Congress Hall.

ABOUT THe GlAcieR expReSS The Glacier Express is one of the most famous railways in the world. It travels from St. Moritz to Zermatt in approximately 72 hours; passing through untouched mountain landscapes, glamorous health resorts, deep gorges, delightful valleys, 91 tunnels and across 291 impressive bridges.

Travel any day.


Extra nights are available in Zurich and Lucerne.

Because of the close proximity between hotels and train stations and the intimate layout of the mountain towns, transfers are on your own. easy hotel/train station transfer instructions will be provided in your documentation.

pRiceS peR peRSOn FROM* pReMieR FiRST clASS MOdeRATe Twin Single Triple Twin Single Triple Twin Single Triple

7 dAYS REF: EZQ Apr 1-Apr 30 $3,419 $5,813 $3,377 $2,851 $4,848 $2,809 $2,492 $4,237 $2,450 May 1-Jun 30 $3,490 $5,934 $3,448 $2,932 $4,986 $2,890 $2,592 $4,406 $2,549 Jul 1-Aug 31 $3,574 $6,076 $3,532 $2,968 $5,045 $2,925 $2,634 $4,479 $2,592 Sep 1-Oct 31 $3,490 $5,934 $3,448 $2,932 $4,986 $2,890 $2,592 $4,406 $2,549

8 dAYS REF: EZR Apr 1-Apr 30 $3,740 $6,359 $3,691 $3,161 $5,373 $3,111 $2,709 $4,606 $2,660 May 1-Jun 30 $3,794 $6,450 $3,745 $3,206 $5,451 $3,157 $2,749 $4,673 $2,699 Jul 1-Aug 31 $3,854 $6,552 $3,804 $3,248 $5,521 $3,198 $2,813 $4,783 $2,763 Sep 1-Oct 31 $3,794 $6,450 $3,745 $3,206 $5,451 $3,157 $2,749 $4,673 $2,699

7 dAYS REF: EZS Apr 1-Apr 30 $4,266 $7,252 $4,202 $3,628 $6,168 $3,564 $3,093 $5,258 $3,029 May 1-Jun 30 $4,340 $7,377 $4,276 $3,699 $6,289 $3,635 $3,150 $5,355 $3,086 Jul 1-Aug 31 $4,382 $7,449 $4,318 $3,754 $6,383 $3,691 $3,196 $5,434 $3,133 Sep 1-Oct 31 $4,340 $7,377 $4,276 $3,699 $6,289 $3,635 $3,150 $5,355 $3,086

YOUR peRSOnAllY SelecTed ZURicH HOTelS

THe MATTeRHORn’S FOUR STeep SideS FAce THe FOUR cOMpASS pOinTS

HOTel GlOckenHOF(pReMieR)

leOnARdO BOUTiqUe HOTel RiGiHOF(FiRST clASS)

BeST weSTeRn HOTel MOnTAnA (MOdeRATe)

THe GlAcieR expReSS TRAin FiRST RAn in 1930 And HAS THe RepUTATiOn OF BeinG THe SlOweSTexpReSS TRAin in THe wORld


muNIch TO VIENNA

Munich, Salzburg & Vienna


> Private airport transfers in Munich on Day 1 and Vienna on Day 7/8/10




> Train transportation Munich/Salzburg/Vienna

> Hop-on Hop-off city tour in Munich

> Sightseeing with a local guide in Salzburg and Vienna

> Visit to Schönbrunn Palace in Vienna including admission charges

> Travel documents

$1385FROm

LAND ONLY

72

7 DAYS

1 ARRIVE IN muNIch, gERmANY

2 muNIch, cITY SIghTSEEINg B

3 muNIch / SALzBuRg, AuSTRIA B

4 SALzBuRg, cITY SIghTSEEINg B

5 SALzBuRg / VIENNA B

6 VIENNA, cITY SIghTSEEINg B

7 DEpART VIENNA B

VIENNAVIENNA

Germany

MUNICHMUNICH

SALZBURGSALZBURGAustria

Czech Republic

2 2

2

REF: EZD

YOuR pERSONALLY SELEcTED hOTELS & TRANSpORTATION

pREmIER Munich | Bayerischer HofSalzburg | Crowne Plaza or Radisson Blu AltstadtVienna | Hilton Vienna Trains | 1st class tickets with reserved seats

FIRST cLASS Munich | King’s First Class HotelSalzburg | Austria Trend Hotel EuropaVienna | Austria Trend Hotel SavoyenTrains* | 2nd class tickets with reserved seats

mODERATE Munich | King’s Center HotelSalzburg | Hotel HofwirtVienna | Atlantis Hotel ViennaTrains* | 2nd class tickets with reserved seats

8 DAYS





5 SALzBuRg, A FuLL FREE DAY B



8 DEpART VIENNA B

VIENNAVIENNA

Germany

MUNICHMUNICH


Czech Republic

2 2

3

REF: EZE

10 DAYS



3 muNIch, A FuLL FREE DAY B



6 SALzBuRg, A FuLL FREE DAY B



9 VIENNA, A FuLL FREE DAY B

10 DEpART VIENNA B

VIENNAVIENNA

Germany

MUNICHMUNICH


Czech Republic

3 3

3

REF: EZF


For added flexibility, you can choose to start your vacation in either Munich or Vienna.

* upgRADE YOuR RAIL EXpERIENcE!For an even more comfortable train journey, upgrade to First Class from only $114 per person.

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MUnicHEnjoy a Hop-on Hop-off tour of downtown Munich that includes highlights such as the Koenigsplatz, Old and New Pinakothek, the Isartor (City Gate), the Royal Palace, the Angel of Freedom and Odeonsplatz. Next is the Olympiapark, site of the 1972 Summer Olympics and present-day site of an attractive sports and leisure center. The platform on the Olympic Tower provides a superior view over the city of Munich (entrance fees not included).

SAlZBURGEnjoy a “Salzburg & Sound of Music Tour.” This half-day tour combines Salzburg’s historic sights, beautiful lakes and mountains and many of the locations from the movie The Sound of Music.

ViennAVienna, Austria’s capital has a rich history dating back to Roman times. Your morning sightseeing tour starts with a drive to see the Town Hall, City Park, State Opera House, Empress Maria Theresia Monument, Votive Church and Belvedere Palace. View Prater Amusement Park with its Giant Ferris Wheel and the modern United Nations City. The highlight of the tour is an inside visit to Schönbrunn Palace. Travel any day.


Extra nights are available in Berlin and Vienna.



7 dAYS REF: EZD


8 dAYS REF: EZE


10 dAYS REF: EZF


Discover more of Europe with an exciting City Break!Add 2 or more nights in Prague, Budapest and other great European cities. There are 16 different cities to choose from. See pages 103-104 for more details.



Add private transfers between your hotels and train stations in Munich, Salzburg and Vienna from $114 per person.

SAlZBURG WAS nAMed A UneScOWORld cUlTURAl HeRiTAGe SiTe in 1997

JOHAnn STRAUSS MOnUMenTin THe STAdTPARk, ViennA


MUNICH TO bERLIN OR pRAgUE

Munich & Berlin or Prague


> Private airport transfers in Munich on Day 1 and Berlin or Prague on Day 5/6/7




> Train transportation Munich/Berlin or Munich/Prague

> Sightseeing with a local guide in Berlin or Prague

> Hop-on Hop-off tour in Munich

> Travel documents

NOTE: Medical travel insurance is required for the Czech Republic.

$947FROM

LAND ONLY

74

5 DAYS

1 ARRIVE IN MUNICH, gERMANY

2 MUNICH, CITY SIgHTSEEINg b

3 MUNICH / bERLIN OR pRAgUE, CzECH REpUbLIC b

4 bERLIN OR pRAgUE, CITY SIgHTSEEINg b

5 DEpART bERLIN OR pRAgUE b

MUNICHMUNICH

Ge r many

Czech Republic

BERLINBERLIN

PRAGUEPRAGUE

2

2

OR2 2

YOUR pERSONALLY SELECTED HOTELS & TRANSpORTATION

pREMIER Munich | Bayerischer HofBerlin | The Westin GrandPrague | Hotel PresidentTrain | 1st class ticket with reserved seat

FIRST CLASS Munich | King’s First Class HotelBerlin | Abba Berlin HotelPrague | Century Old Town - MGallery CollectionTrain* | 2nd class ticket with reserved seat

MODERATE Munich | King’s Center HotelBerlin | Leonardo Hotel BerlinPrague | Ibis Praha Old Town Train* | 2nd class ticket with reserved seat

6 DAYS





5 bERLIN OR pRAgUE, A FULL FREE DAY b


MUNICHMUNICH

Ge r many

Czech Republic

BERLINBERLIN

PRAGUEPRAGUE

3

3

OR2 2

7 DAYS



3 MUNICH, A FULL FREE DAY b



6 bERLIN OR pRAgUE, A FULL FREE DAY b


MUNICHMUNICH

Ge r many

Czech Republic

BERLINBERLIN

PRAGUEPRAGUE

3

3

OR3 3

REF: EGB/EZC


For added flexibility, you can choose to start your vacation in either Munich, Berlin or Prague.

* UpgRADE YOUR RAIL EXpERIENCE!For an even more comfortable train journey, upgrade to First Class from only $85 per person (Munich/Berlin) and from $85 (Munich/Prague).

REF: EMB/EZB

REF: EGM/EZA

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mUnicH Enjoy a Hop-on Hop-off tour of downtown Munich that includes highlights such as the Koenigsplatz, Old and New Pinakothek, the Isartor (City Gate), the Royal Palace, the Angel of Freedom and Odeonsplatz. Next is the Olympiapark, site of the 1972 Summer Olympics and present-day site of a sports and leisure center. The platform on the Olympic Tower provides a superior view over the city of Munich (entrance fees not included).

BeRlin Discover Berlin your own way on a Hop-on Hop-off city-circle tour, complete with head-sets. You can stay on the bus for the full two-hour tour or hop-off at any of the 20 different stops along the way. See the highlights of the city including Checkpoint Charlie, Brandenburg Gate, the Reichstag, Jewish Museum and Museum Island (entrance fees not included).

PRAGUe Your morning sightseeing begins with a drive through Wenceslas Square, and past Strahov Stadium and Castle Square. Then continue on a walking tour and see the Royal Castle of Hradcany with gothic St. Vitus Cathedral. Travel over Charles Bridge to view the Jewish Ghetto and the world famous Astronomical clock.

Travel any day.


Extra nights are available in Munich and Berlin or Prague.


PRiceS PeR PeRSOn FROm* PRemieR FiRST clASS mOdeRATe Twin Single Triple Twin Single Triple Twin Single Triple

5 dAYS - mUnicH & BeRlin REF: EGM Apr 1-Apr 30 $2,359 $4,010 $2,330 $1,258 $2,139 $1,230 $1,173 $1,994 $1,145 May 1-May 31 $2,492 $4,236 $2,464 $1,284 $2,183 $1,255 $1,191 $2,025 $1,163 Jun 1-Jun 30 $2,408 $4,094 $2,380 $1,309 $2,225 $1,281 $1,208 $2,055 $1,180 Jul 1-Aug 31 $2,285 $3,884 $2,256 $1,187 $2,018 $1,159 $1,085 $1,845 $1,056 Sep 1-Sep 17 $2,430 $4,131 $2,401 $1,272 $2,163 $1,244 $1,340 $2,279 $1,312 Sep 18-Oct 31 $2,555 $4,342 $2,526 $1,798 $3,056 $1,769 $1,613 $2,742 $1,585

6 dAYS - mUnicH & BeRlin REF: EMB Apr 1-Apr 30 $2,496 $4,244 $2,461 $1,343 $2,283 $1,308 $1,237 $2,103 $1,201 May 1-May 31 $2,630 $4,470 $2,594 $1,369 $2,327 $1,333 $1,255 $2,134 $1,220 Jun 1-Jun 30 $2,546 $4,328 $2,511 $1,394 $2,370 $1,359 $1,272 $2,163 $1,237 Jul 1-Aug 31 $2,423 $4,118 $2,387 $1,272 $2,163 $1,237 $1,149 $1,953 $1,113 Sep 1-Sep 17 $2,567 $4,365 $2,532 $1,358 $2,308 $1,322 $1,277 $2,170 $1,241 Sep 18-Oct 31 $2,695 $4,582 $2,660 $1,883 $3,201 $1,847 $1,677 $2,851 $1,642

7 dAYS - mUnicH & BeRlin REF: EXP Apr 1-Apr 30 $2,908 $4,944 $2,866 $1,446 $2,458 $1,403 $1,329 $2,259 $1,287 May 1-May 31 $3,042 $5,170 $2,999 $1,471 $2,501 $1,429 $1,348 $2,290 $1,305 Jun 1-Jun 30 $2,958 $5,028 $2,915 $1,497 $2,545 $1,454 $1,365 $2,320 $1,322 Jul 1-Aug 31 $2,834 $4,818 $2,792 $1,375 $2,337 $1,332 $1,241 $2,110 $1,198 Sep 1-Sep 17 $2,979 $5,065 $2,937 $1,460 $2,482 $1,417 $1,497 $2,545 $1,454 Sep 18-Oct 31 $3,110 $5,287 $3,067 $1,985 $3,375 $1,943 $1,769 $3,008 $1,727

5 dAYS - mUnicH & PRAGUe REF: EZA Apr 1-Apr 30 $1,659 $2,820 $1,630 $1,021 $1,735 $993 $943 $1,603 $914 May 1-May 31 $1,940 $3,297 $1,911 $1,049 $1,784 $1,021 $1,015 $1,725 $987 Jun 1-Jun 30 $1,835 $3,118 $1,806 $1,021 $1,735 $993 $980 $1,666 $951 Jul 1-Aug 31 $1,772 $3,013 $1,744 $978 $1,663 $950 $947 $1,610 $919 Sep 1-Sep 30 $2,022 $3,438 $1,994 $1,585 $2,694 $1,556 $1,417 $2,410 $1,389 Oct 1-Oct 31 $1,856 $3,155 $1,828 $1,352 $2,298 $1,323 $1,220 $2,073 $1,191

6 dAYS - mUnicH & PRAGUe REF: EZB Apr 1-Apr 30 $1,904 $3,238 $1,869 $1,129 $1,918 $1,093 $1,037 $1,762 $1,001 May 1-May 31 $2,072 $3,522 $2,036 $1,157 $1,967 $1,122 $1,091 $1,855 $1,055 Jun 1-Jun 30 $1,967 $3,343 $1,931 $1,122 $1,907 $1,086 $1,051 $1,786 $1,015 Jul 1-Aug 31 $1,904 $3,238 $1,869 $1,086 $1,847 $1,051 $1,025 $1,742 $990 Sep 1-Sep 30 $2,154 $3,662 $2,119 $1,693 $2,877 $1,657 $1,552 $2,638 $1,517 Oct 1-Oct 31 $1,988 $3,380 $1,953 $1,460 $2,482 $1,424 $1,314 $2,234 $1,278

7 dAYS - mUnicH & PRAGUe REF: EZCP Apr 1-Apr 30 $2,350 $3,994 $2,308 $1,233 $2,096 $1,190 $1,135 $1,928 $1,092 May 1-May 31 $2,435 $4,139 $2,393 $1,267 $2,153 $1,224 $1,190 $2,024 $1,147 Jun 1-Jun 30 $2,393 $4,067 $2,350 $1,244 $2,114 $1,201 $1,143 $1,943 $1,105 Jul 1-Aug 31 $2,350 $3,994 $2,308 $1,196 $2,032 $1,153 $1,125 $1,911 $1,082 Sep 1-Sep 30 $2,682 $4,560 $2,640 $1,795 $3,052 $1,752 $1,659 $2,820 $1,616 Oct 1-Oct 31 $2,434 $4,136 $2,391 $1,562 $2,655 $1,519 $1,406 $2,390 $1,363

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3 pRAguE / VIENNA, AuSTRIA B

4 VIENNA, CITY SIgHTSEEINg B

5 DEpART VIENNA B

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PRAGUe

Your morning sightseeing begins with a drive through Wenceslas Square, and past the Strahov Stadium and Castle Square. Stop to see the Royal Castle of Hradcany and St. Vitus Cathedral. Continuing on a walking tour, see the Jewish Ghetto and the world famous Astronomical clock.

ViennA

Vienna, Austria’s capital, has a rich history dating back to Roman times. Your morning sightseeing tour starts with a drive to see the Town Hall, City Park, State Opera House, Empress Maria Theresia Monument, Votive Church and the Belvedere Palace. View the Prater amusement park with its giant Ferris wheel and the modern United Nations City. The highlight of the tour is an inside visit to Schönbrunn Palace.

Travel any day.



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5 dAYS REF: EPA Apr 1-Apr 30 $1,244 $2,114 $1,216 $951 $1,617 $923 $895 $1,521 $866 May 1-May 31 $1,301 $2,211 $1,272 $1,011 $1,718 $983 $924 $1,572 $896 Jun 1-Jun 30 $1,244 $2,114 $1,216 $987 $1,678 $959 $873 $1,485 $845 Jul 1-Aug 31 $1,172 $1,992 $1,143 $903 $1,535 $875 $851 $1,446 $822 Sep 1-Sep 30 $1,301 $2,211 $1,272 $1,011 $1,718 $983 $895 $1,521 $866 Oct 1-Oct 31 $1,284 $2,183 $1,255 $1,003 $1,704 $974 $880 $1,497 $852 Nov 1-Dec 31‡ $1,230 $2,092 $1,200 $948 $1,612 $918 $893 $1,518 $863 Jan 1-Mar 31 ‘14‡ $1,230 $2,092 $1,200 $948 $1,612 $918 $893 $1,518 $8636 dAYS REF: EPV Apr 1-Apr 30 $1,358 $2,308 $1,322 $1,068 $1,815 $1,032 $995 $1,693 $960 May 1-May 31 $1,441 $2,451 $1,406 $1,126 $1,914 $1,091 $1,056 $1,796 $1,021 Jun 1-Jun 30 $1,342 $2,282 $1,306 $1,102 $1,873 $1,066 $995 $1,693 $960 Jul 1-Aug 31 $1,243 $2,113 $1,207 $1,001 $1,703 $966 $930 $1,582 $895 Sep 1-Sep 30 $1,441 $2,451 $1,406 $1,126 $1,914 $1,091 $995 $1,693 $960 Oct 1-Oct 31 $1,413 $2,403 $1,377 $1,108 $1,883 $1,072 $980 $1,666 $944 Nov 1-Dec 31‡ $1,305 $2,219 $1,267 $1,051 $1,788 $1,014 $977 $1,661 $939 Jan 1-Mar 31 ‘14‡ $1,305 $2,219 $1,267 $1,051 $1,788 $1,014 $977 $1,661 $9397 dAYS REF: ECV Apr 1-Apr 30 $1,592 $2,707 $1,549 $1,191 $2,025 $1,149 $1,098 $1,866 $1,055 May 1-May 31 $1,640 $2,789 $1,598 $1,268 $2,156 $1,225 $1,159 $1,970 $1,116 Jun 1-Jun 30 $1,559 $2,651 $1,517 $1,243 $2,113 $1,200 $1,098 $1,866 $1,055 Jul 1-Aug 31 $1,419 $2,411 $1,376 $1,115 $1,896 $1,072 $1,034 $1,758 $991 Sep 1-Sep 30 $1,640 $2,789 $1,598 $1,264 $2,148 $1,221 $1,098 $1,866 $1,055 Oct 1-Oct 31 $1,669 $2,837 $1,626 $1,243 $2,113 $1,200 $1,069 $1,818 $1,027 Nov 1-Dec 31‡ $1,490 $2,532 $1,445 $1,170 $1,990 $1,126 $1,085 $1,846 $1,041 Jan 1-Mar 31 ‘14‡ $1,490 $2,532 $1,445 $1,170 $1,990 $1,126 $1,085 $1,846 $1,041


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4 PRAguE, cITY SIghTSEEINg B

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ViennAVienna, Austria’s capital has a rich history dating back to Roman times. Your morning sightseeing tour starts with a drive to see the Town Hall, City Park, State Opera House, Empress Maria Theresia Monument, Votive Church and Belvedere Palace. View the Prater Amusement Park with its giant Ferris wheel and the modern United Nations City. The highlight of the tour is an inside visit to Schönbrunn Palace.

PRAGUeYour morning sightseeing begins with a drive through Wenceslas Square, and past the Strahov Stadium and Castle Square. Stop to see the Royal Castle of Hradcany and St. Vitus Cathedral. Continuing on a walking tour, see the Jewish Ghetto and the world famous Astronomical clock.

MUnicHEnjoy a Hop-on Hop-off tour of downtown Munich that includes highlights such as the Koenigsplatz, Old and New Pinakothek, the Isartor (City Gate), the Royal Palace, the Angel of Freedom and Odeonsplatz. Next is the Olympiapark, site of the 1972 Summer Olympics and present-day site of an attractive sports and leisure center. The platform on the Olympic Tower provides a superior view over the city of Munich (entrance fees not included).

Travel any day.


Extra nights are available in Vienna and Munich.



7 dAYS REF: EZT Apr 1-Apr 30 $2,657 $4,517 $2,614 $1,609 $2,735 $1,566 $1,515 $2,576 $1,473 May 1-May 31 $2,837 $4,824 $2,795 $1,987 $3,377 $1,944 $1,576 $2,680 $1,534 Jun 1-Jun 30 $2,638 $4,486 $2,596 $1,632 $2,773 $1,589 $1,515 $2,576 $1,473 Jul 1-Aug 31 $2,458 $4,179 $2,415 $1,553 $2,641 $1,511 $1,473 $2,503 $1,430 Sep 1-Sep 30 $2,837 $4,824 $2,795 $2,204 $3,746 $2,161 $2,006 $3,411 $1,964 Oct 1-Oct 31 $2,712 $4,611 $2,670 $1,654 $2,813 $1,612 $1,515 $2,576 $1,473

8 dAYS REF: EZH Apr 1-Apr 30 $2,770 $4,710 $2,721 $1,717 $2,918 $1,667 $1,617 $2,749 $1,568 May 1-May 31 $3,117 $5,298 $3,067 $2,095 $3,560 $2,045 $1,677 $2,851 $1,627 Jun 1-Jun 30 $2,770 $4,710 $2,721 $1,740 $2,956 $1,690 $1,617 $2,749 $1,568 Jul 1-Aug 31 $2,590 $4,403 $2,540 $1,644 $2,795 $1,595 $1,552 $2,638 $1,502 Sep 1-Sep 30 $3,118 $5,301 $3,069 $2,312 $2,511 $2,262 $2,100 $3,570 $2,050 Oct 1-Oct 31 $2,837 $4,824 $2,787 $1,766 $3,003 $1,717 $1,617 $2,749 $1,568

10 dAYS REF: EZI Apr 1-Apr 30 $3,449 $5,863 $3,385 $1,945 $3,307 $1,882 $1,818 $3,090 $1,754 May 1-May 31 $3,615 $6,146 $3,551 $2,329 $3,959 $2,265 $1,874 $3,186 $1,811 Jun 1-Jun 30 $3,449 $5,863 $3,385 $1,974 $3,355 $1,910 $1,818 $3,090 $1,754 Jul 1-Aug 31 $3,259 $5,541 $3,195 $1,873 $3,184 $1,809 $1,752 $2,979 $1,688 Sep 1-Sep 30 $3,746 $6,369 $3,682 $2,546 $4,328 $2,482 $2,286 $3,887 $2,222 Oct 1-Oct 31 $3,500 $5,950 $3,436 $2,026 $3,445 $1,962 $1,818 $3,090 $1,754

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1 ARRIVE IN BERLIN, GERmANY

2 BERLIN, CITY SIGhTSEEING B

3 BERLIN / PRAGUE, CZECh REPUBLIC B

4 PRAGUE, CITY SIGhTSEEING B

5 PRAGUE / VIENNA, AUSTRIA B

6 VIENNA, CITY SIGhTSEEING B

7 DEPART VIENNA B

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BeRlin

Discover Berlin your own way on a Hop-on Hop-off City-Circle tour, complete with headsets. There are 20 different stops along the way. See the highlights of the city includ ing Checkpoint Charlie, Brandenburg Gate and the Reichstag. If you like, you can also stay on the bus for the full two-hour tour (entrance fees not included).

PRAGUe

Your morning sightseeing begins with a drive through Wenceslas Square, and past the Strahov Stadium and Castle Square. Stop to see the Royal Castle of Hradcany and St. Vitus Cathedral. Continuing on a walking tour, see the Jewish Ghetto and the world famous Astronomical clock.

ViennA

A morning tour will bring to life the most important historical sights of Austria’s cul- t ural capital. The tour includes a visit to the showrooms of Schönbrunn Palace, the former summer residence of the Habsburg family.

Travel any day.


Extra nights are available in Berlin and Vienna.



7 dAYS REF: EGA

Apr 1-Apr 30 $2,130 $3,621 $2,087 $1,511 $2,569 $1,468 $1,417 $2,410 $1,375 May 1-May 31 $2,185 $3,715 $2,143 $1,566 $2,663 $1,524 $1,473 $2,503 $1,430 Jun 1-Jun 30 $2,163 $3,676 $2,120 $1,522 $2,587 $1,480 $1,394 $2,370 $1,352 Jul 1-Aug 31 $2,008 $3,414 $1,965 $1,436 $2,441 $1,393 $1,373 $2,334 $1,331 Sep 1-Sep 30 $2,326 $3,955 $2,283 $1,571 $2,670 $1,528 $1,441 $2,450 $1,399 Oct 1-Oct 31 $2,218 $3,770 $2,175 $1,561 $2,653 $1,518 $1,427 $2,425 $1,3858 dAYS REF: EGX

Apr 1-Apr 30 $2,244 $3,814 $2,194 $1,633 $2,776 $1,583 $1,518 $2,580 $1,468 May 1-May 31 $2,325 $3,952 $2,275 $1,687 $2,868 $1,637 $1,544 $2,624 $1,494 Jun 1-Jun 30 $2,276 $3,870 $2,227 $1,615 $2,745 $1,565 $1,474 $2,506 $1,424 Jul 1-Aug 31 $2,121 $3,607 $2,072 $1,528 $2,597 $1,478 $1,454 $2,472 $1,404 Sep 1-Sep 30 $2,360 $4,012 $2,310 $1,687 $2,868 $1,637 $1,544 $2,624 $1,494 Oct 1-Oct 31 $2,343 $3,983 $2,293 $1,664 $2,829 $1,615 $1,529 $2,600 $1,48010 dAYS REF: ECA

Apr 1-Apr 30 $2,705 $4,598 $2,641 $1,859 $3,160 $1,795 $1,710 $2,907 $1,646 May 1-May 31 $2,802 $4,763 $2,738 $1,940 $3,297 $1,876 $1,778 $3,022 $1,714 Jun 1-Jun 30 $2,755 $4,683 $2,691 $1,893 $3,218 $1,829 $1,741 $2,959 $1,677 Jul 1-Aug 31 $2,522 $4,287 $2,458 $1,738 $2,955 $1,674 $1,644 $2,796 $1,580 Sep 1-Sep 30 $2,839 $4,825 $2,775 $1,940 $3,297 $1,876 $1,748 $2,972 $1,684 Oct 1-Oct 31 $2,806 $4,770 $2,742 $1,923 $3,269 $1,859 $1,741 $2,959 $1,677let us drive, you relax ...

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3 BERLIN / PRAGUE, CZECH REPUBLIC B

4 PRAGUE, CITY SIGHTSEEING B

5 PRAGUE / MUNICH, GERMANY B

6 MUNICH, CITY SIGHTSEEING B

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BeRlin Discover Berlin your own way on a Hop-on Hop-off city-circle tour, complete with head - sets. You can stay on the bus for the full two-hour tour or hop-off at any of the 20 different stops along the way. See the highlights of the city including Brandenburg Gate, Checkpoint Charlie, the Reichstag, Jewish Museum and Museum Island (entrance fees not included).

PRAGUe Your morning sightseeing begins with a drive through Wenceslas Square, and past Strahov Stadium and Castle Square. Then continue on a walking tour and see the Royal Castle of Hradcany with gothic St. Vitus Cathedral. Travel over Charles Bridge to view the Jewish Ghetto and the world famous Astronomical clock.

mUnicH Enjoy a Hop-on Hop-off tour of downtown Munich that includes highlights such as the Koenigsplatz, Old and New Pinakothek, the Isartor (City Gate), the Royal Palace, the Angel of Freedom and Odeonsplatz. Next is the Olympiapark, site of the 1972 Summer Olympics and present-day site of a sports and leisure center. The platform on the Olympic Tower provides a superior view over the city of Munich (entrance fees not included).

Travel any day.



Extra nights are available in Berlin and Munich.



7 dAYS REF: EZM Apr 1-Apr 30 $2,511 $4,269 $2,468 $1,595 $2,711 $1,552 $1,511 $2,569 $1,468 May 1-May 31 $2,839 $4,825 $2,796 $1,774 $3,015 $1,731 $1,701 $2,893 $1,659 Jun 1-Jun 30 $2,707 $4,601 $2,664 $1,551 $2,636 $1,508 $1,531 $2,603 $1,488 Jul 1-Aug 31 $2,624 $4,462 $2,582 $1,517 $2,579 $1,474 $1,467 $2,494 $1,424 Sep 1-Sep 30 $2,928 $4,977 $2,885 $2,123 $3,608 $2,080 $1,847 $3,141 $1,805 Oct 1-Oct 31 $2,805 $4,767 $2,762 $1,873 $3,184 $1,830 $1,598 $2,715 $1,555 Nov 1-Dec 31‡ $2,636 $4,482 $2,591 $1,592 $2,708 $1,548 $1,540 $2,618 $1,495 Jan 1-Mar 31 ‘14‡ $2,636 $4,482 $2,591 $1,592 $2,708 $1,548 $1,540 $2,618 $1,495

8 dAYS REF: EZO Apr 1-Apr 30 $2,787 $4,739 $2,738 $1,688 $2,870 $1,639 $1,612 $2,739 $1,562 May 1-May 31 $2,905 $4,939 $2,856 $1,867 $3,174 $1,818 $1,799 $3,059 $1,749 Jun 1-Jun 30 $2,822 $4,797 $2,772 $1,644 $2,796 $1,595 $1,663 $2,827 $1,613 Jul 1-Aug 31 $2,738 $4,655 $2,688 $1,610 $2,738 $1,561 $1,546 $2,628 $1,497 Sep 1-Sep 30 $3,070 $5,219 $3,020 $2,235 $3,800 $2,185 $2,127 $3,617 $2,077 Oct 1-Oct 31 $2,905 $4,939 $2,856 $1,981 $3,367 $1,931 $1,703 $2,894 $1,653 Nov 1-Dec 31‡ $2,875 $4,887 $2,822 $1,691 $2,875 $1,639 $1,624 $2,760 $1,572 Jan 1-Mar 31 ‘14‡ $2,875 $4,887 $2,822 $1,691 $2,875 $1,639 $1,624 $2,760 $1,572

10 dAYS REF: EXP Apr 1-Apr 30 $3,461 $5,883 $3,397 $1,933 $3,286 $1,869 $1,799 $3,059 $1,735 May 1-May 31 $3,676 $6,249 $3,612 $2,076 $3,529 $2,012 $1,972 $3,353 $1,908 Jun 1-Jun 30 $3,510 $5,967 $3,446 $1,933 $3,286 $1,869 $1,836 $3,121 $1,772 Jul 1-Aug 31 $3,387 $5,757 $3,323 $1,812 $3,080 $1,748 $1,734 $2,948 $1,670 Sep 1-Sep 30 $3,843 $6,532 $3,779 $2,479 $4,215 $2,415 $2,305 $3,918 $2,241 Oct 1-Oct 31 $3,594 $6,110 $3,534 $2,205 $3,749 $2,141 $1,830 $3,111 $1,766 Nov 1-Dec 31‡ $3,556 $6,045 $3,489 $1,903 $3,234 $1,835 $1,821 $3,095 $1,753 Jan 1-Mar 31 ‘14‡ $3,556 $6,045 $3,489 $1,903 $3,234 $1,835 $1,821 $3,095 $1,753

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$1393FROM

LAND ONLY

84

7 DAYS

1 ARRIVE IN BuDApEST, HuNGARY

2 BuDApEST, CITY SIGHTSEEING B

3 BuDApEST / pRAGuE, CZECH REpuBLIC B

4 pRAGuE, CITY SIGHTSEEING B

5 pRAGuE / MuNICH, GERMANY B

6 MuNICH, CITY SIGHTSEEING B

7 DEpART MuNICH B

REF: EZJ


pREMIER Budapest | Kempinski Hotel CorvinusPrague | Hotel PresidentMunich | Bayerisher HofTrains | 1st class tickets with reserved seats

FIRST CLASS Budapest | Danubius Hotel Astoria or Mercure KoronaPrague | Century Old Town - MGallery CollectionMunich | King’s First Class HotelTrains* | 2nd class tickets with reserved seats

MODERATE Budapest | Ibis Budapest City Hotel or Ibis Budapest Heroes SquarePrague | Ibis Praha Old Town Munich | King’s Center HotelTrains* | 2nd class tickets with reserved seats

8 DAYS





5 pRAGuE, A FuLL FREE DAY B



8 DEpART MuNICH B

REF: EZK

10 DAYS



3 BuDApEST, A FuLL FREE DAY B



6 pRAGuE, A FuLL FREE DAY B



9 MuNICH, A FuLL FREE DAY B

10 DEpART MuNICH B

REF: EZL


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Czech Republic

PRAGUEPRAGUE

Austria

BUDAPESTBUDAPEST

Hungary

Slovakia

MUNICHMUNICH

Germany

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2

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Czech Republic

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Austria

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Hungary

Slovakia

MUNICHMUNICH

Germany

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Czech Republic

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Austria

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Slovakia

MUNICHMUNICH

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BUdAPeSTIn 1873, the twin cities of Buda and Pest joined with ancient Óbuda to form a new, unified city, Budapest. Charming and beautiful, the city was declared a World Heritage site in 1987. See all of the main attractions of the city on a morning sightseeing tour including Parliament, the Castle Hill area, the Royal Palace, Fisherman’s Bastion, Matthias Coronation Church, Hero’s Square and Gellert Hill with its Citadel.

PRAGUeYour morning sightseeing begins with a drive through Wenceslas Square, and past Strahov Stadium and Castle Square. Then continue on a walking tour and see the Royal Castle of Hradcany with gothic St. Vitus Cathedral. Travel over Charles Bridge to view the Jewish Ghetto and the world famous Astronomical clock.

mUnicHEnjoy a Hopon Hopoff tour of downtown Munich that includes highlights such as the Koenigsplatz, Old and New Pinakothek, the Isartor (City Gate), the Royal Palace, the Angel of Freedom and Odeonsplatz. Next is the Olympiapark, site of the 1972 Summer Olympics and presentday site of a sports and leisure center. The platform on the Olympic Tower provides a superior view over the city of Munich (entrance fees not included).

Travel any day.


Extra nights are available in Budapest and Munich.



7 dAYS REF: EZJ Apr 1Apr 30 $2,503 $4,256 $2,461 $1,534 $2,607 $1,491 $1,454 $2,472 $1,411 May 1May 31 $2,637 $4,483 $2,594 $1,752 $2,979 $1,710 $1,532 $2,604 $1,490 Jun 1Jun 30 $2,572 $4,372 $2,529 $1,589 $2,701 $1,546 $1,419 $2,411 $1,376 Jul 1Aug 31 $2,440 $4,148 $2,397 $1,487 $2,528 $1,444 $1,393 $2,369 $1,350 Sep 1Sep 30 $2,748 $4,670 $2,705 $2,129 $3,618 $2,086 $1,953 $3,320 $1,910 Oct 1Oct 31 $2,582 $4,389 $2,539 $1,576 $2,680 $1,534 $1,559 $2,651 $1,5178 dAYS REF: EZK Apr 1Apr 30 $2,617 $4,449 $2,567 $1,650 $2,805 $1,600 $1,555 $2,644 $1,505 May 1May 31 $2,769 $4,707 $2,719 $1,860 $3,162 $1,811 $1,626 $2,765 $1,576 Jun 1Jun 30 $2,698 $4,587 $2,648 $1,697 $2,885 $1,647 $1,512 $2,572 $1,463 Jul 1Aug 31 $2,617 $4,449 $2,567 $1,579 $2,684 $1,529 $1,473 $2,503 $1,423 Sep 1Sep 30 $2,890 $4,913 $2,840 $2,237 $3,801 $2,187 $2,046 $3,479 $1,997 Oct 1Oct 31 $2,724 $4,631 $2,674 $1,691 $2,876 $1,642 $1,659 $2,820 $1,60910 dAYS REF: EZL Apr 1Apr 30 $3,208 $5,453 $3,144 $1,850 $3,145 $1,786 $1,730 $2,941 $1,666 May 1May 31 $3,394 $5,769 $3,330 $2,065 $3,510 $2,001 $1,758 $2,989 $1,694 Jun 1Jun 30 $3,310 $5,627 $3,246 $1,913 $3,252 $1,849 $1,664 $2,829 $1,600 Jul 1Aug 31 $3,208 $5,453 $3,144 $1,779 $3,025 $1,715 $1,640 $2,789 $1,576 Sep 1Sep 30 $3,574 $6,076 $3,510 $2,441 $4,149 $2,377 $2,198 $3,737 $2,134 Oct 1Oct 31 $3,326 $5,653 $3,262 $1,913 $3,252 $1,849 $1,811 $3,121 $1,747

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7 DAYS

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4 VIENNA, CITY SIGHTSEEING B

5 VIENNA / BUDAPEST, HUNGARY B

6 BUDAPEST, CITY SIGHTSEEING B

7 DEPART BUDAPEST B

VIENNAVIENNA

Czech Republic

PRAGUEPRAGUE

Austria

BUDAPESTBUDAPEST

Hungary

Slovakia

To/FromKrakow

Extension

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PREmIER Prague | President HotelVienna | Hilton Vienna Budapest | Kempinski Hotel CorvinusTrains | 1st class tickets with reserved seats

FIRST CLASS Prague | Century Old Town - MGallery CollectionVienna | Austria Trend Hotel SavoyenBudapest | Danubius Hotel Astoria or Mercure KoronaTrains* | 2nd class tickets with reserved seats

mODERATE Prague | Ibis Praha Old Town Vienna | Atlantis Hotel ViennaBudapest | Ibis Budapest City Hotel or Ibis Budapest Heroes SquareTrains* | 2nd class tickets with reserved seats

8 DAYS








8 DEPART BUDAPEST B

VIENNAVIENNA

Czech Republic

PRAGUEPRAGUE

Austria

BUDAPESTBUDAPEST

Hungary

Slovakia

To/FromKrakow

Extension

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2

3

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10 DAYS









9 BUDAPEST, A FULL FREE DAY B

10 DEPART BUDAPEST B

VIENNAVIENNA

Czech Republic

PRAGUEPRAGUE

Austria

BUDAPESTBUDAPEST

Hungary

Slovakia

To/FromKrakow

Extension

3

3

3

REF: EBV



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Schönbrunn Palace, viennaYOur included SiGhTSeeinG

PraGueYour morning sightseeing begins with a drive through Wenceslas Square, and past the Strahov Stadium and Castle Square. Stop to see the Royal Castle of Hradcany and St. Vitus Cathedral. Continuing on a walking tour, see the Jewish Ghetto and the world famous Astronomical clock.

viennaA morning tour will bring to life the most important historical sights of Austria’s cultural capital. The tour includes a visit to the showrooms of Schönbrunn Palace, the former summer residence of the Habsburg family.

budaPeSTA morning tour includes views of all the main attractions: the Parliament, Royal Palace, Castle Hill, Fisherman’s Bastion, Matthias Coronation Church, Hero’s Square and Gellert Hill with its citadel.

Travel any day.



Extra nights are available in Prague and Budapest.


PriceS Per PerSOn FrOM* PreMier FirST claSS MOderaTe Twin Single Triple Twin Single Triple Twin Single Triple

7 daYS REF: EVX Apr 1-Jun 30 $2,052 $3,488 $2,009 $1,612 $2,739 $1,569 $1,244 $2,114 $1,201 Jul 1-Aug 31 $1,792 $3,046 $1,749 $1,484 $2,523 $1,441 $1,162 $1,975 $1,119 Sep 1-Oct 31 $2,151 $3,657 $2,109 $1,612 $2,739 $1,569 $1,379 $2,344 $1,336 Nov 1-Dec 31‡ $1,882 $3,198 $1,837 $1,558 $2,650 $1,513 $1,220 $2,074 $1,175 Jan 1-Mar 31 ‘14‡ $1,882 $3,198 $1,837 $1,558 $2,650 $1,513 $1,220 $2,074 $1,175

8 daYS REF: EVY Apr 1-Jun 30 $2,734 $4,646 $2,684 $2,123 $3,608 $2,073 $1,559 $2,651 $1,509 Jul 1-Aug 31 $2,474 $4,205 $2,424 $1,894 $3,221 $1,845 $1,474 $2,506 $1,424 Sep 1-Oct 31 $2,833 $4,815 $2,783 $1,982 $3,370 $1,933 $1,703 $2,894 $1,653 Nov 1-Dec 31‡ $2,597 $4,415 $2,545 $1,989 $3,382 $1,937 $1,548 $2,632 $1,495 Jan 1-Mar 31 ‘14‡ $2,597 $4,415 $2,545 $1,989 $3,382 $1,937 $1,548 $2,632 $1,495

10 daYS REF: EBV Apr 1-Jun 30 $2,549 $4,332 $2,485 $1,967 $3,343 $1,903 $1,457 $2,476 $1,393 Jul 1-Aug 31 $2,289 $3,891 $2,225 $1,742 $2,962 $1,678 $1,375 $2,337 $1,311 Sep 1-Oct 31 $2,648 $4,501 $2,584 $1,967 $3,343 $1,903 $1,592 $2,707 $1,528 Nov 1-Dec 31‡ $2,403 $4,085 $2,336 $1,829 $3,110 $1,762 $1,443 $2,454 $1,376 Jan 1-Mar 31 ‘14‡ $2,403 $4,085 $2,336 $1,829 $3,110 $1,762 $1,443 $2,454 $1,376

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1 PraGue / krakOW, POland Transfer independently to Praha Hlavni Nadr (Prague Main Train Station) for your train journey to Krakow. On arrival make your own way to your hotel. b

2 krakOW, ciTY SiGhTSeeinG On a city tour, discover beautiful, culture-packed Krakow. Visit the Jewish District of Kazimierz and St. Mary’s Church; see the Royal Castle and Wawel. b

3 deParT krakOW Transfer to Krakow Airport where your vacation ends. Extra nights are available if you wish to extend your stay. b

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$764FROm

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5 DAYS



3 PRAGUE / BUDAPEST, HUNGARY B


5 DEPART BUDAPEST B

Czech Republic

PRAGUEPRAGUE

Austria

BUDAPESTBUDAPEST

Hungary

Slovakia

To/FromKrakow

2

2

REF: ECH


PREmIER Prague | Hotel PresidentBudapest | Kempinski Hotel CorvinusTrain | 1st class ticket with reserved seat

FIRST CLASS Prague | Century Old Town - MGallery CollectionBudapest | Danubius Hotel Astoria or Mercure KoronaTrain* | 2nd class ticket with reserved seat

mODERATE Prague | Ibis Praha Old Town Budapest | Ibis Budapest City Hotel or Ibis Budapest Heroes SquareTrain* | 2nd class ticket with reserved seat

6 DAYS






6 DEPART BUDAPEST B

Czech Republic

PRAGUEPRAGUE

Austria

BUDAPESTBUDAPEST

Hungary

Slovakia

To/FromKrakow

2

3

REF: EPH

7 DAYS






6 BUDAPEST, A FULL FREE DAY B

7 DEPART BUDAPEST B

Czech Republic

PRAGUEPRAGUE

Austria

BUDAPESTBUDAPEST

Hungary

Slovakia

To/FromKrakow

3

3

REF: EPB



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PRAGUe Your morning sightseeing begins with a drive through Wenceslas Square, and past the Strahov Stadium and Castle Square. Stop to see the Royal Castle of Hradcany and St. Vitus Cathedral. Continuing on a walking tour, see the Jewish Ghetto and the world famous Astronomical clock.

BUdAPeST In 1873, the twin cities of Buda and Pest joined with ancient Óbuda to form a new, unified city, Budapest. Charming and beautiful, the city was declared a World Heritage site in 1987. Your morning sight see ing tour includes all the main attractions: Parliament, Castle Hill, the Royal Palace, Fisherman’s Bastion, Matthias Church, Heroes’ Square and Gellert Hill with its Citadel.

Travel any day.



Extra nights are available in Prague and Budapest.



5 dAYS REF: ECH Apr 1Apr 30 $1,071 $1,820 $1,042 $882 $1,642 $853 $804 $1,366 $775 May 1May 31 $1,194 $2,059 $1,166 $923 $1,569 $895 $824 $1,400 $795 Jun 1Jun 30 $1,139 $1,935 $1,110 $903 $1,535 $875 $781 $1,328 $753 Jul 1Aug 31 $1,071 $1,820 $1,042 $835 $1,420 $807 $764 $1,299 $736 Sep 1Sep 30 $1,149 $1,953 $1,120 $923 $1,569 $895 $824 $1,400 $795 Oct 1Oct 31 $1,135 $1,928 $1,106 $882 $1,500 $853 $808 $1,373 $780 Nov 1Dec 31‡ $1,124 $1,911 $1,094 $877 $1,491 $847 $802 $1,364 $772 Jan 1Mar 31 ‘14‡ $1,124 $1,911 $1,094 $877 $1,491 $847 $802 $1,364 $7726 dAYS REF: EPH Apr 1Apr 30 $1,184 $2,014 $1,149 $998 $1,697 $963 $905 $1,538 $869 May 1May 31 $1,336 $2,272 $1,301 $1,039 $1,766 $1,004 $926 $1,573 $890 Jun 1Jun 30 $1,252 $2,129 $1,217 $968 $1,646 $933 $886 $1,507 $851 Jul 1Aug 31 $1,184 $2,014 $1,149 $926 $1,573 $890 $843 $1,434 $808 Sep 1Sep 30 $1,291 $2,194 $1,255 $1,039 $1,766 $1,004 $926 $1,573 $890 Oct 1Oct 31 $1,277 $2,170 $1,241 $1,024 $1,741 $988 $909 $1,545 $873 Nov 1Dec 31‡ $1,243 $2,114 $1,206 $972 $1,652 $935 $886 $1,506 $848 Jan 1Mar 31 ‘14‡ $1,243 $2,114 $1,206 $972 $1,652 $935 $886 $1,506 $8487 dAYS REF: EPB Apr 1Apr 30 $1,331 $2,262 $1,288 $1,089 $1,852 $1,047 $957 $1,627 $914 May 1May 31 $1,517 $2,579 $1,474 $1,152 $1,958 $1,109 $985 $1,676 $943 Jun 1Jun 30 $1,433 $2,435 $1,390 $1,065 $1,811 $1,022 $956 $1,624 $913 Jul 1Aug 31 $1,331 $2,262 $1,288 $1,018 $1,731 $976 $912 $1,549 $869 Sep 1Sep 30 $1,448 $2,462 $1,406 $1,152 $1,958 $1,109 $1,003 $1,704 $960 Oct 1Oct 31 $1,420 $2,414 $1,377 $1,135 $1,928 $1,092 $977 $1,661 $934 Nov 1Dec 31‡ $1,397 $2,375 $1,352 $1,069 $1,818 $1,024 $957 $1,627 $912 Jan 1Mar 31 ‘14‡ $1,397 $2,375 $1,352 $1,069 $1,818 $1,024 $957 $1,627 $912



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Add 2 nights in Krakow to your vacationYour Travel Value includes Train transportation Prague/Krakow • Breakfast daily (B) • An English-speaking local host • Half-day city sightseeing tour • Private airport transfer on Day 3

Price Per Person From: Twin $496$538, depending on your choice of hotel and date of travel. Available from Prague, not Budapest.

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wARSAw TO pRAguE

Warsaw, Krakow & Prague


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$1203FROm

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90

7 DAYS

1 ARRIVE IN wARSAw, pOLAND

2 wARSAw, CITY SIghTSEEINg B

3 wARSAw / KRAKOw B

4 KRAKOw, CITY SIghTSEEINg B

5 KRAKOw / pRAguE, CZECh REpuBLIC* B

6 pRAguE, CITY SIghTSEEINg B

7 DEpART pRAguE B

KRAKOWKRAKOW

Poland

Czech Republic

WARSAWWARSAW

PRAGUEPRAGUE

KATOWICEKATOWICE*2 2

2

REF: EPC

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8 DAYS



3 wARSAw / KRAKOw B


5 KRAKOw, A FuLL FREE DAY B



8 DEpART pRAguE B

KRAKOWKRAKOW

Poland

Czech Republic

WARSAWWARSAW

PRAGUEPRAGUE


2

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4 wARSAw / KRAKOw B


6 KRAKOw, A FuLL FREE DAY B




10 DEpART pRAguE B

KRAKOWKRAKOW

Poland

Czech Republic

WARSAWWARSAW

PRAGUEPRAGUE


3

REF: EWP

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Experience more culture...add an optional sightseeing tour!warsaw

PrIVaTE JEwIsH HErITagE TOUr

Operates: Daily except Jewish holidays Price Per Person: $229 (2 guests)

CHOPIN CONCErT Operates: Daily (Apr 16-Oct 15) except Sun & Mon

Price Per Person From: $348 (2 guests)

krakOw

TraCEs OF THE JEwIsH CULTUrE Operates: Wed & Sun

Price Per Person: $84

aUsCHwITZ-BIrkENaU Operates: Twice daily except for holidays

Price Per Person From: $84

wIELICZka saLT MINE Operates: Twice daily except holidays Price Per Person: $84

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YOUr INCLUdEd sIgHTsEEINg

warsawA morning city tour includes all the main monuments and sights of Warsaw. See the Old Town and New Town, the Royal Route and Historic Sights – the Ghetto Memorial, the Monument of the Warsaw Uprising, the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, the Grand Theater, Chopin’s Monument, Pilsudski Palace, Lazienki Park and the Belvedere Palace.

krakOwOn a morning walking tour, discover the beautiful, historic and culture-packed city of Krakow. Visit the Jewish District of Kazimierz, Wawel Hill, the Royal Castle and 14th-century Cathedral. Stroll along Kanonicza and Grodzka Streets to reach Collegium Maius (Great College). Lastly, make your way to the Main Market Square; and finish with a visit to St. Mary’s church, home to the stunning medieval altar sculpted by Veit Stoss.

PragUEYour morning sightseeing begins with a drive through Wenceslas Square, and past Strahov Stadium and Castle Square. Next continue on a walking tour and see the Royal Castle of Hradcany with gothic St. Vitus Cathedral. Continue over Charles Bridge to view the Jewish Ghetto and the world famous Astronomical clock.

Travel any day.


Extra nights are available in Warsaw and Prague.

Because of the close proximity between hotels and train stations, transfers are on your own. Private transfers are available at an extra charge. Easy hotel/train station transfer instructions will be provided in your documentation.

PrICEs PEr PErsON FrOM* PrEMIEr FIrsT CLass MOdEraTE Twin single Triple Twin single Triple Twin single Triple

7 daYs REF: EPC


8 daYs REF: EZP


10 daYs REF: EWP


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Berlin, Warsaw & Krakow


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$1162FROm

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7 DAYS

1 ARRIVE IN BERLIN, gERmANY

2 BERLIN, CITY SIghTSEEINg B

3 BERLIN / wARSAw, pOLAND B


5 wARSAw / KRAKOw B


7 DEpART KRAKOw B

KRAKOWKRAKOW

Poland

CzechRepublic

WARSAWWARSAWBERLINBERLIN

Germany

To/FromPrague

Extension

2

2

2

REF: EBK


pREmIER Berlin | The Westin GrandWarsaw | Polonia Palace HotelKrakow | Holiday Inn Krakow City CentreTrains | 1st class tickets with reserved seats

FIRST CLASS Berlin | Abba Berlin HotelWarsaw | Holiday Inn Warsaw Krakow | Hotel GalaxyTrains* | 2nd class tickets with reserved seats

mODERATE Berlin | Leonardo Hotel Berlin Warsaw | MDM Hotel City CentreKrakow | Hotel MaksymilianTrains* | 2nd class tickets with reserved seats

8 DAYS





5 wARSAw, A FULL FREE DAY B

6 wARSAw / KRAKOw B


8 DEpART KRAKOw B

KRAKOWKRAKOW

Poland

CzechRepublic


Germany

To/FromPrague

Extension

2

2

3

REF: EBT

10 DAYS






6 wARSAw, A FULL FREE DAY B

7 wARSAw / KRAKOw B


9 KRAKOw, A FULL FREE DAY B

10 DEpART KRAKOw B

KRAKOWKRAKOW

Poland

CzechRepublic


Germany

To/FromPrague

Extension

3

3

3

REF: EBW


For added flexibility, you can choose to start your vacation in either Berlin or Krakow


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BeRlin Discover Berlin your own way on a Hop-on Hop-off City-Circle tour, complete with head-sets. There are 20 different stops along the way. See the highlights of the city includ ing Checkpoint Charlie, Brandenburg Gate and the Reichstag. If you like, you can also stay on the bus for the full two-hour tour (entrance fees not included).

waRSaw A morning city tour includes all the main monuments and sights of Warsaw. See the Old Town and New Town, the Royal Route and Historic Sights – the Ghetto Memorial, the Monument of the Warsaw Uprising, the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, the Grand Theater, Chopin’s Monument, Pilsudski Palace, Lazienki Park and the Belvedere Palace.

KRaKOw On a morning walking tour, discover the beautiful, historic and culture-packed city of Krakow. Visit the Jewish District of Kazimierz, Wawel Hill, the Royal Castle and 14th-century Cathedral. Stroll along Kanonicza and Grodzka Streets to reach Collegium Maius (Great College). Lastly, make your way to the Main Market Square; and finish with a visit to St. Mary’s church, home to the stunning medieval altar sculpted by Veit Stoss.

Travel any day.


Extra nights are available in Berlin and Krakow.



7 daYS REF: EBK

Apr 1-30 $1,623 $2,759 $1,580 $1,569 $2,667 $1,527 $1,241 $2,110 $1,198 May 1-31 $1,839 $3,125 $1,796 $1,640 $2,787 $1,598 $1,301 $2,211 $1,258 Jun 1-30 $1,876 $3,189 $1,833 $1,671 $2,841 $1,629 $1,332 $2,265 $1,289 Jul 1-Aug 31 $1,507 $2,562 $1,464 $1,396 $2,373 $1,353 $1,162 $1,975 $1,119 Sep 1-30 $1,876 $3,189 $1,833 $1,671 $2,841 $1,629 $1,332 $2,265 $1,289 Oct 1-31 $1,839 $3,125 $1,796 $1,640 $2,787 $1,598 $1,301 $2,211 $1,258

8 daYS REF: EBT


10 daYS REF: EBW



wORRY FRee TRain STaTiOn TRanSFeR PacKaGeAdd private transfers between your hotels and train stations in Berlin, Warsaw and Krakow from only $142 per person.

Discover Prague ...Add 4 days to the beginning or end of your vacation. Available from Krakow, not Berlin.

1 KRaKOw, POland / PRaGUe, cZecH RePUBlic

2 PRaGUe, ciTY SiGHTSeeinG B

3 dePaRT PRaGUe B

Private transfers are available for an additional charge.

Your Travel Value includes One-way train ticket with reserved seat from Krakow/Prague • Breakfast daily (B) • An English-speaking local host • Half-day city sightseeing tour

Your Personally Selected Hotel & TransportationPReMieR Hotel President / 1st class ticket

FiRST claSS Century Old Town - MGallery Collection/ 2nd class ticket *MOdeRaTe Ibis Old Town / 2nd class ticket *

Price Per Person From: Twin $479-$550, depending on your choice of hotel and date of travel. Extra nights are available.


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BRandenBURG GaTe, BeRlin

Old TOwn, waRSaw


MOSCOW TO ST. PETERSBURG

Moscow & St. Petersburg


> Private airport transfers in Moscow on Day 1 and St. Petersburg on Day 5/6/7




> High-speed train transportation Moscow/St. Petersburg aboard the Sapsan

> Transfers between your hotels and train stations in Moscow and St. Petersburg

> Sightseeing with a local guide in Moscow and St. Petersburg including inside visits to the Kremlin in Moscow and Hermitage Museum in St. Petersburg

> Travel documents

NOTE: You may require a visa and/or be subject to an entrance fee to Russia. Please check with your local consulate for current information. Responsibility for obtaining visas rests with the traveler.

$1801FROM

LAND ONLY

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5 DAYS

1 ARRIVE IN MOSCOW, RUSSIA

2 MOSCOW, CITY SIGHTSEEING B

3 MOSCOW / ST. PETERSBURG B

4 ST. PETERSBURG, CITY SIGHTSEEING B

5 DEPART ST. PETERSBURG B

Lithuania

Latvia

Finland

Estonia

Belarus

LakeLadoga

ST. PETERSBURGST. PETERSBURG

MOSCOWMOSCOW

R ussiaTo/FromTallinn City Break

Gulf of Finland

Sapsan

2

2

REF: EMP


PREMIER Moscow | Marriott Grand HotelSt. Petersburg | Angleterre HotelTrain | 1st class ticket with reserved seat

FIRST CLASS Moscow | Hotel Katerina ParkSt. Petersburg | Park Inn Nevsky ProspectTrain* | 2nd class ticket with reserved seat

6 DAYS





5 ST. PETERSBURG, A FULL FREE DAY B


REF: EMQ

7 DAYS



3 MOSCOW, A FULL FREE DAY B



6 ST. PETERSBURG, A FULL FREE DAY B


REF: EMS


For added flexibility, you can choose to start your vacation in either Moscow or St. Petersburg

* UPGRADE YOUR RAIL EXPERIENCE!Your train journey is approximately 4 hours. For an even more comfortable train journey, upgrade to First Class from only $204 per person. First Class features include complimentary food and drinks, additional leg room and WiFi.

Lithuania

Latvia

Finland

Estonia

Belarus

LakeLadoga


MOSCOWMOSCOW


Gulf of Finland

Sapsan

3

2

Lithuania

Latvia

Finland

Estonia

Belarus

LakeLadoga


MOSCOWMOSCOW


Gulf of Finland

Sapsan

3

3

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MOScOWMoscow, one of the largest cities in the world, is the symbolic heart and soul of the country. This morning’s private sightseeing tour with a local guide features Red Square, dominated by St. Basil’s Cathedral and by the massive red walls of the Kremlin*. Visit the Kremlin and view the Armory Museum and conclude your tour with stroll through GUM, Russia’s largest department store.*Kremlin Museum is closed for visits on Thursdays.

ST. PeTeRSBURGThere are not many cities in the world that can match the grace of St. Petersburg. When Peter the Great founded the city in 1703, he hired Europe’s best architects, craftsmen and artists to build and decorate it. Spread over 100 islands and linked by over 600 bridges, it is often referred to as “Venice of the North.” Your private morning sightseeing tour with a local guide will feature the world-famous Hermitage Museum**, which houses many treasures from the Czarist era.**Hermitage Museum is closed for visits on Mondays.

Travel any day.


Extra nights are available in Moscow and St. Petersburg.

PRiceS PeR PeRSOn FROM* PReMieR FiRST claSS Twin Single Triple Twin Single Triple

5 daYS REF: EMP

Apr 1-Apr 30 $2,404 $3,933 $2,376 $1,843 $3,134 $1,815 May 1-Jul 14 $2,800 $4,608 $2,772 $2,005 $3,408 $1,977 Jul 15-Jul 31 $2,404 $3,933 $2,376 $1,801 $3,062 $1,772 Aug 1-Aug 31 $2,435 $3,987 $2,407 $1,843 $3,134 $1,815 Sep 1-Oct 31 $2,704 $4,443 $2,675 $1,862 $3,165 $1,833

6 daYS REF: EMQ

Apr 1-Apr 30 $2,636 $4,327 $2,600 $1,985 $3,375 $1,950 May 1-Jul 14 $2,949 $4,861 $2,914 $2,126 $4,338 $2,516 Jul 15-Jul 31 $2,567 $4,212 $2,532 $1,926 $3,273 $1,890 Aug 1-Aug 31 $2,530 $4,149 $2,495 $1,972 $3,353 $1,937 Sep 1-Oct 31 $2,846 $4,685 $2,810 $2,008 $3,414 $1,9727 daYS REF: EMS

Apr 1-Apr 30 $2,836 $4,668 $2,651 $2,076 $3,529 $2,033 May 1-Jul 14 $3,257 $5,385 $3,215 $2,286 $3,887 $2,244 Jul 15-Jul 31 $2,768 $4,551 $2,725 $2,031 $3,452 $1,988 Aug 1-Aug 31 $2,711 $4,455 $2,668 $2,116 $3,597 $2,073 Sep 1-Oct 31 $2,992 $4,933 $2,949 $2,120 $3,604 $2,077

Discover Estonia with a Tallinn City Break!Add 2 nights in Estonian’s maritime city of Tallinn to the beginning or end of your vacation. Available from either Moscow or St. Petersburg.

1 aRRiVe in Tallinn, eSTOnia On arrival at Tallinn Airport, you will be met and transferred to your centrally located hotel. Your local host is available to help plan the exciting days ahead.

2 Tallinn, ciTY SiGHTSeeinG Enjoy panoramic views of enchanting Tallinn with its fairy tale spires and cobblestone streets on a Hop-on Hop-off journey through the city. See the new town center, Vabaduse Valjak (Freedom Square) at the edge of Old Town, and nearby is the giant matchbox of Hotel Viru, the former tourist flagship and notorious den of Cold War intrigue. There are 8 stops along the way (entrance fees not included). B

3 dePaRT Tallinn Transfer to Tallinn Airport where your vacation ends. Extra nights are available if you wish to extend your stay. B

Your Travel Value includes Private airport transfer on Days 1 and 3 • Breakfast daily (B) • An English-speaking local host • Hop-on Hop-off city tour

Your Personally Selected Hotel PReMieR Radisson Blu Tallinn

FiRST claSS Meriton Grand Hotel

MOdeRaTe Park Inn Central by Radisson

Price Per Person From: Twin $291-$371 (land only), depending on your choice of hotel and date of travel. Land only prices do not include airfare.

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the cathedral of st. basil the blessed in moscow’s red square

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Czech Republic, Austria & HungaryExplorE

Prague JEWISH INTErEST ToUr On a unique walking tour, see the only central European Jewish quarter that survived the holocaust. Stroll through the old Jewish Cemetery, see some of the six surviving synagogues, and visit the Jewish Museum. operates: Daily except Sat & Jewish holidays; 10:15 a.m.; 2½ hrsprice per person From: $77

TErEZIN Visit the town and former concentration camp of Terezin. You’ll see both sides of the town, one which served as a transit camp for political prisoners, a Nazi concentration camp, and the town of Terezin itself, which was turned into a Jewish Ghetto. operates: Daily except Sat; 1:00 p.m.; 5 hrsprice per person From: $108

KoNopISTE CASTlE Founded in the 14th century and renovated in 1887 by Franz Ferdinand, this castle is famous for its fascinating collection of historical weapons and hunting trophies. operates: Daily except Mon (Apr 1-Oct 31); 9:00 a.m.; 4 hrsprice per person From: $291

KArlSTEJN CASTlE In a setting of dense forests, visit this majestic gothic castle first built in the 14th century by Charles IV and reconstructed several times over the years. Originally a depository for the Roman Empire’s coronation jewels and state documents, it now has a portrait gallery of Czech rulers and other works of art. operates: Daily except Mon (Apr 1-Oct 31); 1:00 p.m.; 4 hrsprice per person From: $107

SalzburgSAlT MINES Head out to the salt mines and board a miner’s train to travel into the heart of the mountain. You’ll learn how the salt was mined, then, going further into the cavern, try the miner’s slides. Take a raft across a salt lake, then it’s time to return to the outside world.operates: Daily; 9:00 a.m. & 2:00 p.m.; 4 hrsprice per person From: $105

EAGlE’S NEST Cross the border into Germany and stop in Obersalzberg, once a base of the Third Reich. Here, board a special bus for the trip up to the Eagle’s Nest, Hitler’s conference center in the Kehlstein Mountains. There’s time to explore the site before returning to Salzburg. operates: Daily (May 15-Oct 31); 9:00 a.m.; 4½ hrsprice per person From: $116

Vienna SISI WAlKING ToUr See St. Stephen’s Cathedral, the Graben, the Hofburg and more on a walk with a Local Guide. At the Spanish Riding School, you have the chance to attend a training session of the world-famous Lipizzaner horses (addi-tional cost). Then on for a visit to the Imperial apartments at the Hofburg. operates: Tue-Sat (Apr 1-Jul 3 & Aug 17-Dec 30, except May 1, Nov 1, Dec 25 & 26); 9:45 a.m.; 3 hrsprice per person From: $82

THE THIrD MAN IN VIENNA – UNDErGroUND ToUr Step into the world of intrigue following in the footsteps of The Third Man, the silver screen classic from 1948. Go under the city,

down the same staircase used in the movie, into the sewers of Vienna and the world of smugglers and spies. Note: Not suitable for children under 12.

operates: Thu-Sun (May-Oct); open 10:00 a.m.-7:00 p.m.; 1 hrprice per person From: $23

MAYErlING Travel into the Southern Vienna Woods to Mayerling, the former hunting lodge of Crown Prince Rudolph and the site of his murder. Then on for a boat ride on Europe’s largest subterranean lake. operates: Daily (Apr-Sep); Daily except Wed (Oct-Mar); 9:45 a.m.; 4 hrsprice per person From: $87

Budapest HoUSE oF pArlIAMENT ToUr Visit Hungary’s largest building, the House of Parliament. Take a walk around the 198,000 square foot building, then go inside to see the Session Room, staircase and Great Hall. operates: Daily except Mon (Apr-Oct); 9:30 a.m. & 1:15 p.m.; Daily except Mon (Nov-Mar); 9:30 a.m.; 1½ hrsprice per person From: $44

JEWISH BUDApEST Start with views of the World War II Victim’s Memorial and New Leopold Town, then on to visit the Dohany Street Synagogue and the Jewish Museum. Next, a walk through the Jewish Quarter shows you the Tree of Life and Temple of the Heroes. Note: The Synagogue reserves the right to cancel guided tours without notice on special occasions and Jewish holidays. Does not operate Dec & Jan.

operates: Mon, Wed, Fri & Sun (Apr 1-Oct 31); 10:00 a.m.; Fri & Sun (Nov 1-30 & Feb 1-Mar 31); 10:00 a.m.; 3 hrsprice per person From: $48

roYAl ToUr Head out of Budapest to visit Gödöllö, the former summer home of Queen Elisabeth, better known as Sisi. See the wonderful staterooms and take a stroll of the grounds, perhaps stopping to see the Royal Stables. operates: Daily (Apr 1-Oct 31); 9:00 a.m.; Wed, Thu & Sat (Nov 1-Mar 31); 10:00 a.m.; 4 hrsprice per person From: $82

THE HoUSE oF pArlIAMENT, BUDApEST

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Germany & RussiaExplorE

Munich roYAl CASTlES NEUSCHWANSTEIN & lINDErHoF An enchanting day visiting the fairy-tale castles of King Ludwig II! Your first stop is glorious Neuschwanstein. You’ll have plenty of time to see the opulent interiors before heading to Linderhof, a Rococo palace fashioned after Versailles. Visit the castle and grounds, then return to Munich. Castle entrance fees are additional (Euro 21) and payable on the coach.

operates: Daily except Mon (Apr-Oct); 8:30 a.m.-7:00 p.m.price per person From: $105

DACHAU CoNCENTrATIoN CAMp MEMorIAl ToUr Travel to Dachau Concentration Camp for a visit to the “Academy of Terror.” More than 200,000 people were imprisoned here during one of the darkest times in human existence.operates: Daily (Apr 1-Oct 15); 9:15 a.m.; 5 hrs


Berlin poTSDAM & SANSSoUCI ToUr Visit the former royal city of Potsdam, a UNESCO World Heritage site, and the Palace of Sanssouci. As you stroll through the elegant rooms and gardens, you are walking in the footsteps of kings, poets and philosophers. operates: Daily except Mon (Apr 1-Oct 31); Tue, Thu & Sat (Nov 1-Mar 31); 10:00 a.m.; 4 hrsprice per person From: $84

INSIDEr WAlKING ToUr Journey back in time to the days when Berlin was divided, East and West. See

the heart of East Berlin, the Berlin Wall, Brandenburg Gate, Checkpoint Charlie and more. operates: Daily; 4 hrs


St. Petersburg pETEr & pAUl ForTrESS The first building constructed in St. Peters-burg, the Fortress was meant to protect the city from enemy attacks. It is now a historical museum. Visit it and the grand cathedral where many of Russia’s Emperors are buried. operates: Daily (except Wed Nov-Mar); open 10:00 a.m.-7:00 p.m. (Tue 6:00 p.m.); 3 hrs


AlExANDEr NEVSKY lAVrA Founded in 1710, this beautiful building has housed many different institutions over the years. It is once again a cathedral. Its ceme-tery is the final resting place for Tchaikovsky, Korsakov and Dostoyevsky. operates: Daily except Thu; open 9:30 a.m.-7:00 p.m. Apr-Oct, 9:30 a.m.-6:00 p.m. Nov-Mar; 3 hrsprice per person From: $126 (private tour)

YUSUpoV pAlACE The Yusupov Palace is an impressive struc ture built along the Moika River. Tour its staterooms, theatre, and the cellar where the infamous Rasputin was murdered in 1916. operates: Daily except the first Wed of the month; 10:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. price per person From: $170 (private tour)

pAlACES & pArK oF pETErHoF Visit the magnificent park of Peterhof, a huge, landscaped estate. Stroll through

the gardens and fountains, and visit one of the extravagent palaces – the grand palace of Monplaisir or one of the two smaller palaces, Hermitage or Marly. operates: 6 hrsprice per person From: Grand Palace & Park $257; Small Palace & Park $243

pAlACE & pArK IN pUSHKIN Pay a call to Catherine the Great’s splendid palace in Pushkin. Set in beautiful gardens, the palace has been completely restored after WWII. You’ll feel like royalty as you stroll through the staterooms and graceful parklands. operates: Daily except Tue & the last Mon of the month; open 10:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.; 5 hrs


Moscow KrEMlIN, CATHEDrAl & ArMoUrY Visit Moscow’s imposing Kremlin, the seat of power in Russia for hundreds of years. In the center of this walled complex is Cathedral Square. Visit one of the cathdrals, then on to the Armory. Once a storehouse for weapons and jewelry, it is now a museum. operates: Daily except Thu; 4 hrsprice per person From: $528 (private tour)

TrETYAKoV STATE GAllErY Make a visit to this outstanding collection of Russian art, from icons to modern 20th century pieces. operates: Daily except Mon; open 10:00 a.m.-7:30 p.m.; 4 hrsprice per person From: $204

pUSHKIN FINE ArTS MUSEUM See works of West European art from the 13th century to the present day. The museum houses paintings by Boticelli, Rembrandt, Rubens and more.operates: Daily except Mon; open 10:00 a.m.-7:00 p.m.; 4 hrsprice per person From: $217

METro & ArBAT ToUr Moscow’s subway stations are remarkable works of art themselves, and are a must-see stop on any visit to the city. Then stroll along Arbat Street with its shops, art stalls and eateries.operates: Daily; 4 hrsprice per person From: $179

NEUSCHWANSTEIN CASTlE


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hotel schweizerhofpreMier

A traditional 4-star superior hotel offering views of the lake and a short walk to the Chantarella funicular

85 rooms offer A/C, a minibar, TV and free WiFi

Bars, restaurant and breakfast room

24-hour reception, laundry service and solarium

la Margna hotel first class

This historic 4-star hotel is just a short walk from the village center and train station

58 modern rooms are equipped with a minibar, safe, satellite TV and free WiFi

Lounge with fireplace and 2 restaurants

Library, tour assistance and wellness center

hauser hotel st. Moritz Moderate

A chic 3-star hotel in the center of town, only a 5-minute walk to the cable cars

51 comfortable rooms feature a safe, TV and free WiFi

Bar and restaurant


St. Moritz

boutique hotel alexpreMier

A luxury 5-star chalet steeped in Swiss tradition at the foot of the Matterhorn

84 beautifully furnished rooms feature A/C, a jetted bathtub, minibar, safe, TV and free WiFi


Concierge, health club, indoor pool and sauna

alex schlosshotel first class

This elegant 4-star hotel is located in the city center, near the train station

49 stylishly decorated rooms feature a balcony, safe, TV and free WiFi

Trendy bar and breakfast room

Health club, indoor pool and steam room

hotel la couronne zerMattModerate

A quiet central 3.5 star hotel located near the train station and a 10 minute walk to the cable cars

41 spacious rooms feature a desk, safe, TV and free WiFi

Bar, restaurant and terrace

Laundry service, sauna and ski storage

waldstaeterhof hotel Moderate

A 3-star hotel located close to the central train station and a short walk from Old Town

99 traditional and modern rooms offer A/C, a TV, coffee/tea maker and Internet access

Restaurant


art deco hotel MontanapreMier

This peaceful 4.5-star hotel is located on a hill overlooking Lake Lucerne, close to Old Town

66 Art Deco rooms feature a coffee/tea maker, iPod dock, minibar, safe, TV and free WiFi

2 lounges and a restaurant with a terrace

24-hour reception and Spa

hotel continental parkfirst class

A family-run 4-star hotel located next to the Lucerne train station

92 modern rooms offer A/C, a minibar, safe, TV and free WiFi

Bar and restaurant


Zermatt

Lucerne


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bayerischer hof preMier

This historic 5-star hotel in central Munich is a short walk to Marienplatz square

363 luxurious rooms feature A/C, Internet access, a minibar, safe and TV

6 bars and 5 gourmet restaurants

Concierge desk, rooftop garden and Spa

king’s first class first class

You’ll find this 4-star hotel only a 3 minute walk to the central train station and Alter Botanischer Garten

95 rooms and suites with Internet access, an iPod station and more


24-hour reception, fireplace lounge, sauna and relaxation room

king’s center Moderate

Historic 3-star property close to shopping, dining and entertainment, and a 5 minuate walk to the central train station

90 rooms feature a hairdryer, data port access, a TV and more


24-hour front desk, garden, laundry service and parking

Munich

crowne plaza salzburg preMier

A beautiful 4-star superior hotel not far from Mirabell Palace and Salzburg Cathedral


Bar and restaurants

Fitness center with gym, pool, sauna, solarium and steam room

austria trend europa first class

This modern 4-star hotel is centrally located, near Mirabell Gardens

102 rooms offer A/C, Internet access, a minibar, TV, hairdryer and more

Bar and restaurant

Great views over the city

hotel hofwirtModerate

A 3-star property in a central location, and a 10 minute stroll to the historic area

60 rooms have a TV, radio and more

Breakfast room, lounge, restaurant and terrace

Free WiFi in the lobby

atlantis hotel viennaModerate

A comfortable 3.5-star hotel located steps from the train station and bus stop

61 rooms feature A/C, Internet access, a minibar, safe and TV


24-hour reception and laundry services

hilton vienna preMier

A 5-star property adjacent to Stadtpark, near shopping and attractions


Bar and restaurant

Concierge, fitness room and laundry service

austria trend hotel savoyen first class

This 4-star hotel is a blend of the traditional and modern, and is located in the Embassy District

309 comfortable rooms offer A/C, a coffee/tea maker, minibar, TV and free WiFi

Atrium bar and 2 restaurants

24-hour reception and health club

Salzburg

Vienna


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the WestIn Grand preMIer

An elegant 5-star East Berlin hotel well connected to all public transportation

400 comfortable rooms offer A/C, Internet access, minibar, safe, TV and more

Bar, 2 restaurants and summer terrace

Concierge desk, fitness center and indoor pool

abba berlIn hotel FIrst class

A new 4-star contemporary hotel just a stroll away from the boutiques of Kurfurstendamm

214 modern rooms feature A/C, safe, TV and free WiFi

Lounge/bar and restaurant


leonardo hotel berlIn Moderate

This 3-star modern hotel is centrally located and close to the metro station

274 rooms offer A/C, coffee/tea maker, Internet access, safe and TV

Breakfast restaurant and lobby bar


Berlin

hotel presIdent preMIer

A 5-star hotel in the heart of the city, overlooking Prague Castle and the Vltava River

130 spacious rooms feature A/C, a minibar, safe, TV and free WiFi

Piano Bar and restaurant

Casino, fitness center and spa

century old toWn FIrst class

A member of MGallery collection, this 4-star hotel is located in the heart of the city just 10 minute walk from the Old Town Square and Wenceslas Square.

174 rooms and suites offer A/C, coffee/tea maker, safe, TV and free WiFi

Bar and brasserie-style restaurant with summer terrace

Laundry and parking available

IbIs praha old toWnModerate

This 3-star hotel is located in the historical district of Prague

271 rooms feature A/C, desk, TV and free WiFi


Concierge desk and laundry service

IbIs cItyModerate

A 3-star hotel set in the center of the business district with easy access to public transport

84 rooms offer A/C, courtyard view, TV and free WiFi

Bar/lounge and breakfast room


keMpInskI corvInus hotel preMIer

A 5-star hotel in the heart of Budapest, near the Danube River and major attractions

359 luxurious rooms feature A/C, premium bedding, minibar, safe, TV and free WiFi

4 restaurants including open air lounges serving Japanese and Italian fare

Concierge desk, luxury Spa and fitness center

danubIus hotel astorIa FIrst class

This stylish 4-star hotel is within walking distance to museums and a subway station

135 charming rooms offer A/C, Internet access, a minibar, safe and TV

Bar/lounge and traditional Hungarian restaurant


Prague

Budapest


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holIday Inn cIty centre preMIer

This 4.5-star hotel is a converted 19th-century palace in the heart of Old Krakow, near the Market Square

154 rooms and suites have A/C, free Internet, a TV, safe and more

Bar and restaurant

Concierge service, fitness room and massage room

hotel GalaXy FIrst class

This new 4-star hotel is located near the River Vistula and the Old Town

205 comfortable rooms offer A/C, a TV, coffee/tea maker, safe and Internet access

2 bars and a restaurant

Fitness center, indoor pool, Spa and tour desk

hotel MaKsyMIlIan Moderate

A 3-star hotel situated in the heart of Old Town, near the market square

37 individually decorated rooms feature a coffee/tea maker, safe, TV and free WiFi

Bar and restaurant


Krakow

polonIa palace hotel preMIer

A 4.5-star hotel close to the shopping district and opposite the Palace of Culture and Science

206 stylish rooms offer A/C, free bottled water, Internet access, a minibar, safe, and TV

Bar and restaurant

Concierge desk, fitness room and Spa

holIday Inn WarsaW FIrst class

This 4-star hotel is centrally located and minutes from the central railway station

338 rooms feature A/C, Internet access, a coffee/tea maker, minibar and TV


Fitness center and laundry service

MdM hotel cIty centreModerate

A 3-star property located in Constitution Square, near shopping and the train station

132 rooms offer a hairdryer, TV, WiFi access and more

Bar, bistro and restaurant

Parking

Golden tulIp VIctorIa hotelModerate

A 3.5-star hotel within walking distance to main attractions and located on one of the city’s many boulevards

81 confortable rooms offer A/C, a coffee/tea maker, minibar, TV and free WiFi

Bar and restaurant

Concierge desk and laundry service

athenee palace hIlton preMIer

This glorious 5-star hotel is a prestigious landmark located in the heart of the city

272 rooms offer stunning views, A/C, a balcony, Internet access, a minibar and TV

Traditional English bar and 2 restaurants

24-hour reception, casino, indoor pool and gym

hotel noVotel Bucharest cIty centre FIrst class

A 4-star hotel not far from the National Museum of Art and Cismigiu Park

258 rooms and suites feature A/C, a safe, TV, WiFi access and more

Bar and restaurant

Fitness center, indoor pool and parking

Warsaw

Bucharest


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marriott grand hotel premier

An elegant 4-star superior hotel, centrally located near Red Square, the Kremlin, the Bolshoi Theatre and Tverskaya Street shopping

The 372 spacious rooms and 15 suites feature A/C, Internet access, a minibar, safe, TV and more

Enjoy dining in the Samobranka Restaurant, dinner in the Grand Alexander and a snack or a drink in the Lobby Bar. The hotel also offers 24-hour room service.

Concierge, laundry and dry cleaning, gym, pool, sauna, solarium and Spa. Free WiFi in the hotel lobby.

hotel katerina park First class

A 4-star hotel situated opposite a park, just a 5-minute walk to great shopping

244 rooms and suites feature a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a hairdryer and free minibar

Bar and restaurant

Fitness center, free WiFi in the hotel lobby

Moscow

park inn neVsky prospekt First class

Find this 4-star hotel near the Moskovsky Train Station and Nevsky Prospekt

269 rooms and suites offer A/C, a safe, TV, free WiFi and more

Bar and restaurant

24-hr reception, fitness center and parking

park inn by radisson centralmoderate

A 3-star hotel just a short distance from the Old Town district

245 rooms with free high-speed Internet, a minibar, TV and more


24-hour reception, elevator, dry cleaning service and parking

radisson blu tallinn premier

A centrally located 4-star superior property, about a half mile from Old Town

280 rooms and suites offer A/C, free Internet, a TV and more


Concierge service, fitness center and sauna

meriton grand hotel conFerence & spa First class

A modern 4-star hotel, at the heart of the capital, close the Old Town and the Parliament

465 tastefully decorated rooms include A/C, a TV, minibar and free WiFi

3 bars, 5 restaurants and an ice cream café

24-hour reception, Spa and fitness facility

St. Petersburg

Tallinn

angleterre hotel premier

Set overlooking St. Isaac’s Cathedral, this 5-star hotel is a great base for exploring the city. It is not far from the Bronze Horseman, the Hermitage Museum and the River Neva.

193 elegant rooms and suites with A/C, Internet access, a coffee/tea maker, minibar, safe, TV and more

Dine in the Borsalino Restaurant with views of St. Isaac’s, stop by the bar, have Afternoon Tea in The Gallery or take advantage of the 24-hour room service

Concierge, laundry, fitness center, pool, sauna, solarium and Spa

City Breaks

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Each Exciting city BrEak includEs:• Private round-trip airport transfers• 2 nights accommodation in your choice of Premier, First Class or

Moderate hotels• Breakfast daily• Services of an English-speakings local host, available 24/7• City tour

1 arriVE in yOur chOsEn city You will be met and transferred to your hotel. The balance of your day is free to begin exploring on your own.

2 sightsEEing & FrEE tiME Head out to see the city highlights of your European destination. Afterward you are free to see more on your own, shop or perhaps take an optional excursion. Ask your local host for suggestions. B

3 dEPart You will be transferred to the airport, where your vacation ends. B

Travel any day. Extra nights are available.

ExtEnd yOur VacatiOnadd 2 or more nights in these exciting European cities

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yOur city sightsEEing:

athensSee the ancient and modern sights of Athens on a Hop-On Hop-Off tour. From Syntagma Square, head out for views of the Acropolis and Parthenon, Hadrian’s Arch, the National Gardens, Omonia Square and more. Get off the coach as often as you like for up-close inspections (admissions not included).

Prices Per Person From (ref: Qat) twin single triplePremier $491 $851 $384First Class $341-$382 $549-$639 $281-$309Moderate $309-$337 $514-$547 $257-$277

romeDiscover Rome your own way on a Hop-On Hop-Off journey through the city. There are nine stops, and you decide which sights you want to view from the coach and which you want to visit (admissions not included). There is an English-speaking host on board to answer questions. Buses depart Termini Station every 25 minutes.

Prices Per Person From (ref: QrM) twin single triplePremier $747-$949 $1,269-$1,613 $733-$934First Class $442-$586 $751-$997 $427-$572Moderate $345-$460 $586-$782 $331-$446

Venice Your walking tour* starts at St. Mark’s Square. Visit the Doge’s Palace and St. Mark’s Basilica, then view the Bell Tower and the Bridge of Sighs. Visit a glassblowing factory, where you will see a demonstration of this traditional craft. * This tour does not operate on Dec 25, Jan 1 and May 1

Prices Per Person From (ref: QVc) twin single triplePremier $805-$893 $1,369-$1,518 $791-$879First Class $601-$680 $1,021-$1,156 $586-$666Moderate $518-$584 $882-$993 $504-$569

Florence Admire the view from the Piazzale Michelangelo then drive through the city center to see Giotto’s Bell Tower, the Baptistery with its bronze doors and the Cathedral with the Cupola Del Brunelleschi. Next, walk to the renowned Galleria dell’Accademia* where you can see the famous David by Michelangelo. * The Galleria dell’Accademia is closed on Mondays and will be replaced by the Bargello Museum or the Medici Chapels.

Prices Per Person From (ref: QFl) twin single triplePremier $623-$700 $1,059-$1,190 $609-$686First Class $470-$544 $799-$924 $456-$530Moderate $439-$510 $746-$866 $425-$496

MadridGet a unique view of Madrid aboard a Hop-On Hop-Off sightseeing bus. There are two tours to choose from, covering the city’s highlights from historical sites and monuments to modern Madrid. See the Royal Palace, Gran Vía, the Casino de Madrid and more. You decide which you want to view from the coach and which you want to visit (admissions not included).

Prices Per Person From (ref: QMd) twin single triplePremier $572-$619 $973-$1,052 $558-$605First Class $430-$466 $731-$792 $416-$452Moderate $358-$423 $608-$720 $344-$409

BarcelonaDiscover Barcelona on a Hop-On Hop-Off journey through the city. There are three routes to choose from, with stops at places such as the Gothic Quarter, the Sagrada Familia, Parque Guell, Villa Olimpica and more. You decide which you want to view from the coach and which you want to visit (admissions not included).

Prices Per Person From (ref: QBn) twin single triplePremier $481-$582 $818-$990 $467-$568First Class $456-$544 $775-$842 $442-$481Moderate $432-$515 $734-$876 $417-$501

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ExtEnd Your Vacationadd 2 or more nights in these exciting European cities

LondonDiscover London your own way on a Hop-On Hop-Off tour. View the city’s landmarks such as the Big Ben, the Houses of Parliament, Westminster Abbey, Buckingham Palace, the London Eye and more. You decide which sights you want to view from the coach and which you want to visit (admissions not included).

Prices Per Person From (ref: QLn) twin Single triplePremier $941-$983 $1,600-$1,670 $927-$968First Class $619-$670 $1,054-$1,139 $605-$656Moderate $586-$636 $997-$1,082 $572-$622

dublin See the highlights of the city on a Hop-On Hop-Off tour. Entertaining guides will take you to see famous sites such as Dublin Castle, Trinity College, the Guinness Storehouse and many more. You can stay on the coach or get off as often as you’d like, to see your favorites up close (admissions not included).

Prices Per Person From (ref: Qdu) twin Single triplePremier $409-$499 $759-$929 $359-$439First Class $349-$359 $509-$549 $309-$319Moderate $289-$309 $449-$509 $269-$279

amsterdam Experience Amsterdam’s top sights while escaping the bustle of the city streets. The Canal Bus offers three great Hop-On Hop-Off routes to choose from. You can disembark to visit the sites you’re most interested in, including the Van Gogh Museum, Albert Cuyp Market and the Anne Frank House (admissions not included).

Prices Per Person From (ref: QMd) twin Single triplePremier $811-$839 $1,379-$1,427 $797-$825First Class $642-$709 $1,091-$1,204 $628-$694Moderate $588-$606 $1,000-$1,031 $574-$592

MunichEnjoy a Hop-On Hop-Off tour of downtown Munich, with stops at the Koenigsplatz, Old and New Pinakothek, the Isartor (City Gate), Royal Palace, Angel of Freedom and Odeonsplatz (admissions not included).

Prices Per Person From (ref: QMu) twin Single triplePremier $982-$1,096 $1,670-$1,863 $968-$1,001First Class $530-$613 $900-$1,042 $515-$599Moderate $479-$565 $814-$961 $464-$551

BerlinExperience Berlin on a Hop-On Hop-Off tour guided with earphones. You can get on and off the coach at 16 different landmarks around the city at your leisure (admissions not included), or stay on the bus for the full tour.

Prices Per Person From (ref: QBr) twin Single triplePremier $692-$774 $1,176-$1,31 $677-$760First Class $469-$548 $797-$932 $454-$534Moderate $464-$488 $790-$831 $450-$474

ParisEnjoy a sightseeing tour of Paris on a Hop-On Hop-Off double-decker coach. View all the landmarks such as the Champs-Elysées, Arch of Triumph, Eiffel Tower, Notre-Dame Cathedral and more. You decide which sights you want to view from the coach and which you want to visit (admissions not included).

Prices Per Person From (ref: QPr) twin Single triplePremier $828-$900 1,386-$1,531 $814-$886First Class $579-$707 $985-$1,203 $565-$693Moderate $503-$552 $853-$939 $488-$538

ViennaYour sightseeing tour starts with a drive to see the Town Hall, City Park and more. View the Prater Amusement Park with its giant Ferris Wheel and the United Nations City. The highlight is a visit to Schönbrunn Palace for a guided walk through its splendid staterooms and apartments.

Prices Per Person From (ref: QVn) twin Single triplePremier $497-$692 $845-$1,176 $483-$677First Class $454-$518 $772-$882 $440-$504Moderate $429-$488 $728-$831 $415-$474

BudapestYour sightseeing tour is on a coach with an expert local guide. See all the main city attractions: the Parliament, Castle Hill, Royal Palace, Fisherman’s Bastion, Matthias Coronation Church, Hero’s Square and Gellert Hill with its Citadel.

Prices Per Person From (ref: QBd) twin Single triplePremier $484-$552 $824-$939 $470-$538First Class $375-$416 $638-$707 $361-$402Moderate $329-$359 $561-$611 $315-$345

PragueA city tour will start with a panoramic drive to see Wenceslas Square, the Strahov Stadium and Castle Square. Then, on a walking tour, see the Royal Castle of Hradcany with gothic St. Vitus Cathedral and Loretto Church. Travel over the Charles Bridge to view the Jewish Ghetto and the Astronomical Clock.

Prices Per Person From (ref: QPG) twin Single triplePremier $416-$476 $707-$809 $402-$462First Class $372-$420 $632-$748 $358-$426Moderate $348-$406 $592-$690 $334-$392

tallinnDiscover Tallinn on a Hop-On Hop-Off city tour. You can choose between 3 routes and see the old town, a UNESCO World Heritage site, Vabaduse Valjak (Freedom Square), the Hotel Viru and more.

Prices Per Person From (ref: QtL) twin Single triplePremier $334-$362 $567-$630 $320-$356First Class $308-$342 $524-$582 $294-$328Moderate $291-$315 $496-$535 $277-$301

Private ChauffeurVacations

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Design your own private vacation ...Brendan can help design and plan your private chauffeur vacation throughout Europe. From Ireland to Eastern Europe and from France to Italy and Greece, we’re here to provide the vacation of a lifetime.

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1 Arrive in Dublin, irelAnD Welcome to Dublin! Upon arrival, you will be met and transferred to your hotel by your private chauffeur. This afternoon, your voyage of discovery begins with a city tour. Visit St. Patrick’s Cathedral, founded in 1190, tour Dublin’s Georgian squares, and walk the cobbled courtyards of Trinity College to its unique world treasure – the ornate 8th-century Book of Kells. The rest of the day is free.

2 boyne vAlley excursion Travel to the Boyne Valley in County Meath. This river valley was the cradle of Irish civilization and supported a sophisticated society in Neolithic times. Witness this when you stop at the Bru-na-Boinne Centre to visit one of the important Neolithic tombs at Newgrange or Knowth. Return to the city, where the balance of the day is at leisure. b

3 Dublin / WAterforD En route to Waterford, visit Powerscourt Estate’s glorious formal gardens. Also stop at Glendalough, the “Valley of the Two Lakes,” famous for its early monastic ruins and scenic setting. Continue to the ancient town of Waterford with colorful terrace houses, cafés and bars overlooking the quay side. Enjoy a night in Waterford Castle, set on its own private island on the River Suir. b

4 WAterforD / KillArney Your day starts with a visit to Blarney Castle with its magical stone that gives the gift of eloquence for a kiss. Stroll across to the Blarney Woollen Mills to shop for fine traditional knitwear and crafts. Then continue on to the charming town of Killarney. b

5 ring of Kerry excursion Admire the breathtaking scenery of rugged landscapes and crashing seas along the famous Ring of Kerry. Delight in traditional Irish life as you stop in quaint villages along the way. This is sight not to be missed! Later, your evening is free in Killarney. b

6 KillArney / DromolAnD cAstle Pass through pastoral farmlands, stopping at the Flying Boat Museum of Pan Am fame in Foynes. On to the picturesque village village of Adare, then continue to Dromoland Castle. This elegant 16th- century baronial castle features luxurious accommodation in a splendid setting. b

7 DromolAnD / DepArt shAnnon You will be transferred to Shannon Airport where your vacation ends. b

Add 2 or more nights in London, Edinburgh or Paris to your vacation. See pages 103-104 for ideas and other cities.

DUBLIN TO SHANNON

your brenDAn golD trAvel vAlue incluDes

> Private airport and/or hotel transfers on Days 1 and 7

> Accommodations in hotels listed or similar; hotel taxes, service charges and tips for baggage handling

> Breakfast (b) daily

> Transportation in a privately-driven Mercedes Benz; your Irish private chauffeur is your guide

> Free WiFi in your Mercedes

> Sightseeing, special features and scenic highlights as indicated in the itinerary, including admission charges

> Portfolio of travel documents

suggesteD hotels

Dublin | Merrion Hotel Dlx

Waterford | Waterford Castle sf Killarney | Aghadoe Heights Hotel & Spa Dlx

Newmarket-on-Fergus | Dromoland Castle Dlx

Dlx Deluxe sf Superior First Class

$3750from

lAnD only

DAY

price per person from*# of guests 1 2 3 4 Land only $4,700 $3,750 $3,300 $2,950

travel any dayAsk your Brendan Specialist for prices for larger parties. You can modify this itinerary including the hotels and sightseeing to suit your interests and needs.

* Per person prices are land only. Your Brendan Specialist will quote you the lowest airfare available from your hometown at the time of booking.

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Irish Cities, Landscapes & Castles

PRIVATE CHAUFFEUR VACATION

sAmple itinerAry

Meet your private chauffeurYour private chauffeur is a highly trained professional who will enrich your travels with a wealth of expert knowledge. Departure times and a flexible balance between driving and sightseeing can be agreed upon each day. In addition, advice on entertainment, restaurants and more is readily available.

DUBLINDUBLIN

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WATERFORDWATERFORD

SHANNONSHANNON

Ring ofKerry

Ring ofKerry

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1 Arrive in Dublin, irelAnD Welcome to Dublin! Relax this afternoon, ask your helpful chauffeur for suggestions or perhaps travel to Powerscourt Gardens for a stroll amid the green hills and sparkling lakes. Your evening is free.

2 HiSTOriC Dublin Head out for an exciting morning on the Viking Splash Tour of Dublin. See the sights of the city by land and water aboard an amphibious World War II vehicle (DUKW), offering vistas not available on other Dublin tours. Afterward, view the colorful 8th- century Book of Kells and the cobbled courtyards of Trinity College. Your afternoon is free to explore the city and shop. b

3 Dublin / gAlwAy Stop for a cruise on the River Shannon, sailing from Clonmacnoise just like the Vikings did in 842. Continue to Galway for a city tour, then on to Connemara and your Bed & Breakfast farmhouse “home” for the next two nights. There is always something to do on the farm – why not help out the bog, feed the chickens, or visit the donkeys. A personalized tour will give you an insight into Irish farming life. b

4 ArAn iSlAnDS eXCurSiOn A full day excursion takes you to the fascinating Aran Islands. These Irish-speaking islands are famous for their unique way of life. Here age-old traditions co-exist comfortably with modern living, making this excursion a perfect way to catch a glimpse of traditional Irish living. See the main attractions of the island, then return to the town of Kilronan with time to explore further by bike (needs to be pre-booked), or browse in the shops. b

5 gAlwAy / killArney Travel to Doolin and board a boat to the Cliffs of Moher. The cliffs provide an unrivalled view of the Atlantic. Here, see a world unchanged since the pre-Celtic masters of magic, the Tuatha Dé Danann, ruled Ireland. Then on to lively Killarney. b

6 killArney SigHTSeeing & ring OF kerry eXCurSiOn Start the day with a ride on a traditional jaunting car, or horse-drawn cart. Hear local legends and folklore as you clip clop along Killarney’s lakes to Ross Castle, set on the shores of Lough Leane. Then travel the road that winds around the colorful Ring of Kerry, one of Ireland’s most scenic drives. b

DUBLIN TO SHANNON

yOur brenDAn gOlD TrAvel vAlue inCluDeS


> Accommodations in hotels listed or similar; hotel taxes, service charges and tips for baggage handling


> Transportation in a privately-driven Mercedes Benz; your Irish private chauffeur is your guide

> Free WiFi in your Mercedes



SuggeSTeD HOTelS

Dublin | The Westbury DlX

Galway | Dan O’Hara’s B&B

Killarney | The Malton Hotel SF or Killarney Plaza Hotel SF

Newmarket-on-Fergus | Dromoland Castle DlX

DlX Deluxe SF Superior First Class

$3878FrOm

lAnD Only

DAY

7 killArney/bunrATTy / DrOmOlAnD CASTle This morning visit Bunratty Folk Park and tour the 15th century castle. Then walk through the streets of the Folk Park, a “living village,” recreating everyday life as it was in rural Ireland some 100 years ago. Continue on and spend your last night on vacation at luxurious Dromoland Castle. Relax for the afternoon or enjoy some of the estate activities. b

8 DrOmOlAnD CASTle / DePArT SHAnnOn You will be transferred to the airport where your vacation ends. b

Add 2 or more nights in London, Edinburgh or Paris to your vacation. See pages 103-104 for ideas and other cities.

PriCe Per PerSOn*# OF gueSTS 2 3-6 7-10 Land only $3,878 $3,125 $2,146

Travel any dayAsk your Brendan Specialist for prices for larger parties. You can modify this itinerary including the hotels and sight see ing to suit your family’s interests and needs.


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Family Adventure on the Emerald Isle


SAmPle iTinerAry

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KILLARNEYKILLARNEY

SHANNONSHANNON

Ring ofKerry

Ring ofKerry

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GALWAYGALWAYARAN

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1 Edinburgh, Scotland Welcome to Scotland. You will be met at the airport and transferred to your hotel. This afternoon, a sightseeing tour will show you the Georgian-period New Town, the Old City, Royal Mile and Holyrood Palace. Take a guided tour of Edin burgh Castle where you can see the Scottish Crown Jewels. Your evening is free.

brEndan SuggEStion: During August, add a day in Edinburgh and attend a performance of the world-famous Military Tattoo. After a day at leisure, head to the Edinburgh Castle Esplanade for an unforgettable evening. The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo is a not-to-be-missed spectacle, with bands, musicians and other performers from around the world all taking part. This extravaganza is an explosion of music, marching and excitement. You’ll have a grandstand seat for this sell-out show (2013 performance dates: Aug 2-24, Mon-Sat).

2 Edinburgh / invErnESS Drive to St Andrews, a mecca for golfers. It is also home to one of Europe’s oldest universities, and it was here that Prince William and Kate Middleton met. Continue north, stopping in your choice of towns along the way. In Perth you can visit Branklyn Garden and Scone Palace. Maybe take a break in Pitlochry and tour the Blair Atholl Distillery. On through Cairngorms National Park to Inverness, known as the capital of the Highlands. There’s time to browse through the Victorian Market, see the historic buildings or stroll along the River Ness before heading to your hotel. b

brEndan SuggEStion: Add a day in the Orkney Islands. Travel to Thurso, then take the ferry to Orkney. Visit the Ring of Brodgar, a stone circle older than the pyramids of Egypt; Skara Brae, a stone age village; and Maes Howe, a prehistoric burial mound with Viking-carved graffiti on its walls. You’ll overnight at a B&B or Moderate First Class hotel. Return to mainland Scotland the next day. b

3 invErnESS / iSlE oF SKYE Head south to Loch Ness and stop to look for the famous monster Nessie. Then continue through rolling Highland scenery to Loch Alsh. Stop for a photo of Eilan Donan Castle, then cross the Skye Bridge to the scenic Isle of Skye. You might want to stop at Dunvegan Castle to hear about 13 centuries of Macleod Clan history. Perhaps visit the Talisker Whisky Distillery to learn the secrets of making the “water of life” and, of course, sample a dram. Your evening is free. b

4 iSlE oF SKYE / loch loMond After a leisurely morning, drive to Armadale and take the ferry to Mallaig. This afternoon, board the Jacobite Steam Train, considered

Edinburgh to Edinburgh

Your brEndan gold travEl valuE includES


> Twin-bedded rooms in hotels listed or similar; hotel taxes, service charges and tips for baggage handling


> Transportation in a private chauffeur-driven Mercedes Benz or similar



SuggEStEd hotElS

Edinburgh | The Balmoral Hotel dlX

Inverness | Rocpool Reserve Md

Isle of Skye | Duisdale House SF

Loch Lomond | Cameron House Hotel dlX

Edinburgh | The Balmoral Hotel dlX

dlX Deluxe Md Moderate DeluxeSF Superior First Class

$3569FroM

land onlY

DAYone of the greatest rail trips in the world. As you travel, see the Glenfinnan Viaduct, well known to Harry Potter fans familiar with the “Hogwarts Express.” Disembark in Fort William and continue through Glencoe and on across Rob Roy country to Trossachs National Park and sparkling Loch Lomond. b

5 loch loMond / glaSgoW / Edinburgh Start the day with a cruise on majestic Loch Lomond. Then travel to Glasgow. Your private chauffeur will take you on a city tour including a visit to St. Mungo’s Cathedral. Continue to see the unique Falkirk Wheel, and on to Stirling Castle. This impressive structure was the home of Mary, Queen of Scots. Visit the castle and stroll through the gardens, then it’s time to return to Edinburgh. b

6 dEpart Edinburgh Your private chauffeur will take you to the airport, where your vacation ends. b

Add 2 or more nights in London, Dublin or Paris to your vacation. See pages 103-104 for ideas and other cities.

pricE pEr pErSon FroM*# oF guEStS 1 2 3 4 Land only $4,228 $3,569 $2,629 $2,410



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Bonnie ScotlandPRIVATE CHAUFFEUR VACATION

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Scotland

ISLE OFSKYE

ISLE OFSKYE INVERNESSINVERNESS

GLENCOEGLENCOE

GLASGOWGLASGOW

LOCHLOMOND

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PERTHPERTH ST.ANDREWS

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1 LONDON, ENGLAND / BATH Settle back in your comfortable Mercedes and head out to Oxford. A walking tour shows off the university buildings. Leaving Oxford, travel south to visit the ancient monoliths at Stonehenge. This mysterious stone circle has puzzled archaeologists for centuries. After your visit, head to elegant Bath.

BRENDAN SUGGESTION: Add two days to your vacation and see London’s highlights. Arriving in London you will be met by your private chauffeur and transferred to the deluxe Radisson Blu Edwardian Hamp shire. The balance of the day is free to begin explor ing the British capital on your own.

On your second day in London, head out on a private sightseeing tour. Tonight, attend your choice of West End show. Options include “Wicked,” “Jersey Boys” and more. B

On your third morning, depart London for Oxford. B

2 BATH / STRATFORD / CHESTER Admire the Georgian architecture and visit the Roman Baths before heading to Stratford-upon-Avon, the home of William Shakespeare. Visit his birthplace and travel outside of the town to see the pretty thatched-roof cottage of his wife, Anne Hathaway. Then on to the walled city of Chester. B

3 NORTH WALES EXCURSION Journey into North Wales, stopping first in Snowdonia National Park. Mount Snowdon, at 3,560 feet, dominates the scenery. Conquer the mountain with a ride on the Snowdon Railway. Steam past waterfalls and forests as you wind your way to the summit. Back at ground level, head to majestic 13th century Caernarfon Castle for a visit. Finally, visit imposing Conwy Castle before returning to Chester. B

LONDON TO EDINBURGH

YOUR BRENDAN GOLD TRAVEL VALUE INCLUDES



> Breakfast (B) daily




$5449FROm

LAND ONLY

DAY

4 CHESTER / LAKE DISTRICT Travel to Liverpool, of Beatles fame, and see some of the sites made famous by the Fab Four. Continue to Windermere in the Lake District. Start with a cruise on Lake Coniston, then on to Hill Top, Beatrix Potter’s home. Next is Hawkshead with its quaint alleyways and 16th-century grammar school. Finally, visit Grasmere, where William Wordsworth spent most of his life. B

5 LAKE DISTRICT / YORK Travel to Kirkby Lons dale. The town has many attractions, including a cheese shop with its own resident pianist! Skirt Yorkshire Dales National Park to Haworth, known for its connection with the Brontë sisters, who wrote most of their famous works, including Jane Eyre and Wuthering Heights, while living at the Haworth Parsonage. On to York. B

6 YORK / EDINBURGH, SCOTLAND Start the day with a sightseeing tour of York. See York Minster, the Shambles and more. Then head north to Alnwick Castle. Take in its lavish interiors and, if you dare, visit The Lost Cellars. Cross the border into Scotland and stop at the impressive ruins of Jedburgh Abbey. Finally, on to Edinburgh. B

7 EDINBURGH SIGHTSEEING & FREE TImE See the highlights of the city, including a visit to Edinburgh Castle and the Royal Botanic Garden. The rest of the day is free. B

BRENDAN SUGGESTION: During August, attend a performance of the world-famous Military Tattoo. Tonight, head to the Edinburgh Castle Esplanade for an unforgettable evening. The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo is a not-to- be-missed spectacle. You’ll have a grandstand seat for this sell-out show (2013 performance dates: Aug 2-24, Mon-Sat).

8 DEPART EDINBURGH You will be driven to Edinburgh International Airport, where your vacation ends. B

Add 2 or more nights in Dublin or Paris to your vacation. See pages 103-104 for ideas and other cities.

PRICE PER PERSON FROm*# OF GUESTS 1 2 3 4 Land only $9,560 $5,449 $4,111 $3,394

Travel any dayAsk your Brendan Specialist for prices for larger parties. You can modify this itinerary including the hotels and sightseeing to suit your interests and needs.


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SUGGESTED HOTELS

Bath | Macdonald Bath Spa & Hotel mD Chester | Chester Grosvenor Hotel & Spa DLX Lake District | Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa SF York | Cedar Court Grand Hotel & Spa DLX Edinburgh | The Balmoral DLX

DLX Deluxe mD Moderate DeluxeSF Superior First Class

England plus EdinburghPRIVATE CHAUFFEUR VACATION

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1 PARIS, FRANCE / BAYEUX Meet your private chauffeur at the Paris airport on your arrival or at your Paris hotel. Head out of the city and stop at Giverny for a visit to the gardens that inspired the Impres sionist artist Monet. Continue traveling to Caen to see the Abbaye aux Hommes and visit the Memorial Centre for History and Peace, commemorating World War II. Explore the DDay exhibits, reliving this somber moment in history. Later, drive to Bayeux, where your evening is free.

2 BAYEUX / MONT ST. MICHEL Visit the Tapestry Museum and see the Bayeux Tapestry, depicting the Battle of Hastings in 1066. Then head to the sites of more recent battles at the DDay Landing Beaches. Visit the American Cemetery & Memorial in CollevillesurMer, then on to the beaches where about 56,000 Allied troops landed on June 6, 1944, subsequently sustain ing over 10,000 casualities. The American forces landed on Utah and Omaha Beaches, and you will visit both. Later, travel to Mont St. Michel. B

3 MONT ST. MICHEL / LOIRE VALLEY Start the day with a visit to the Gothic Abbey set a mile off the coast in the Bay of MontSaintMichel. Then travel south through the rolling French countryside to the Loire Valley, worldrenown for the marvelous chateaux and gardens found here. Stop in AzayleRideau and visit Villandry Chateau with its magnificent park. Continue to Luynes, your home for the next three nights. B

4 LOIRE VALLEY CHATEAUX A day to revel in the glories of the French Renaissance! Start with a visit to Chenonceau set on the River Cher. This fairytale castle has a fine collection of furniture, tapestries and works of art, as well as splendid gardens. Next, visit Amboise, the childhood home of King Francois I. By invitation of the King, Leonardo da Vinci came to the chateau in 1515, living and working in nearby Clos Lucé until his death in 1519. Return to your hotel, a former 17th century mansion, where your evening is at leisure. B

5 LOIRE VALLEY CHATEAUX Visit more of the spectacular chateaux of the Loire Valley. Blois is your first stop. A favorite of French royalty, it is now a fine arts museum housing collections of paintings and sculpture. After time to visit the castle and see the exhibits, continue to Chambord with its lavish chateau and grounds. Originally built as hunting lodge, it was designed for beauty rather than as a fortress. There’s time to visit the castle and stroll the grounds before returning to Luynes. B

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6 LOIRE VALLEY / CHARTES / PARIS Leaving the Loire Valley, stop at Chartes to visit the venerable cathedral. See the famous stained glass rose window and the mismatched spires, then return to Paris where your vacation ends. You will be dropped off at Charles de Gaulle Airport or your hotel. B

BRENDAN SUGGESTION: Add 2 days and visit Fontainebleau Castle & see Paris. After your stop at Chartres, head to Fontainebleau to visit the marvelous castle, a UNESCO World Heritage site. There’s time to tour the castle and roam through the gardens before heading to Paris and your hotel, the deluxe ShangriLa. Your evening is free in the grand “City of Light.” B

On your second day in Paris, a private tour takes in views of all the city highlights. Tonight head to the famous Lido or Moulin Rouge and enjoy the dazzling show. B

PRICE PER PERSON FROM*# OF GUESTS 1 2 3 4 Land only $13,099 $6,813 $5,196 $4,029




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Bayeux | Château de Bellefontaine F

Mont St. Michel | Hotel Relais Saint Michel F

Loire Valley | Domaine de Beauvois F

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1 Arrive in nice, frAnce Your private chauffeur will greet you at Nice’s airport or your Nice hotel and take you on an orientation tour of the city. See Place Massena, the Promenade des Anglais, the Old Town and more. The balance of your day is free to continue exploring on your own, take a quiet stroll along the beautiful Bay of Angels, or perhaps enjoy a fresh seafood dinner at a charming seaside restaurant.

BrenDAn SUGGeSTiOn: Add a day in Nice and take an excursion to Monaco & Monte Carlo. Drive along the spectacular Cote d’Azur to the Principality of Monaco. See the impressive Prince’s Palace, the gleaming white Cathedral where Princess Grace and Prince Rainier were married and more. Then your private chauffeur will take you to Monte Carlo to visit the grand Casino (must be over 18 years), built in 1878. Perhaps play Roulette or Trente et Quarante, and go home a winner! Later, return to Nice for an evening at leisure. B

2 nice / AiX-en-PrOvence Head out along the coast to Cannes. See the Film Festival Center on the Boulevard de la Croisette, then continue through the Provençal countryside to Aix-en-Provence, com monly known as Aix. Your private chauffeur will show you the highlights of the “City of a Thousand Fountains.” This was the birthplace of the artist Paul Cezanne, and its beauty and lovely surroundings were the inspiration for many of his paintings. Your evening is free to relax or explore the town on your own. B

3 MÉnerBeS eXcUrSiOn Enjoy a leisurely morning in Aix, then travel to Ménerbes, celebrated by Peter Mayle in his book A Year in Provence. You might want to visit the Corkscrew Museum, where a collection of more than 1,000 styles of this handy little tool are on display! Later, return to Aix for a relaxing evening. B

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4 AiX-en-PrOvence / AviGnOn Head out on your own schedule, driving to Les Baux. Selected as one of the “Most Beautiful Villages in France,” it offers breathtaking views over Provence and the Camargue. Visit the ruins of Baux Castle and learn about the tumultuous history of the town. Continue to the village of St. Rémy-de-Provence, immor-talized in the paintings of Vincent Van Gogh. You will see many of the places that inspired his work as well as the Greco-Roman ruins of Glanum. Then on to the “City of Popes,” Avignon. The rest of your day is at leisure. B

5 ArLeS & niMeS eXcUrSiOn A visit to Arles includes the Roman Arena, site of gladitorial combats, and the ruins of the Roman Theatre. On to L’Espace Van Gogh, the mental hospital in which the artist stayed after he cut off a piece of his ear. There’s time to stroll through the town and perhaps stop for a drink in Café Van Gogh, still recognizable as The Café Terrace painted by Van Gogh in 1888. Then head to Nimes, dating back 2,000 years. The remnants of the Roman years include one of the best-preserved Roman arenas in the world. See that and more before returning to Avignon. B

BrenDAn SUGGeSTiOn: Add a day in Avignon and take an excursion to Orange and Châteauneuf-du-Pape. Travel north to the ancient city of Orange. See the Roman Theatre, one of the best-preserved theatres in Europe, and the Triomphal Arch, both UNESCO World Heritage sites. There’s time to stroll through town before heading to Châteauneuf-du-Pape. Planted with vineyards in the 12th century, the town has been synonymous with fine wine for centuries. Visit one of the cellars and enjoy a tasting. B

6 AviGnOn / DePArT MArSeiLLe Leaving Avignon, it’s about an hour’s drive to Marseille, where your vacation ends. You will be dropped off at the airport or your hotel. B

Add 2 or more nights in Paris, London or Rome to your vacation. See pages 103-104 for ideas and other cities.

Price Per PerSOn frOM*# Of GUeSTS 1 2 3 4 Land only $11,964 $6,093 $5,357 $4,072



visit Brendanvacations.comfor up-to-date information.

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Nice | Hotel La Perouse – superior seaview room Sf Aix-en-Provence | Grand Hotel du Roi René f Avignon | Hotel Cloitre Saint Louis f

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1 DEPART PARIS, FRANCE / CHAMPAGNE Your private chauffeur will greet you at the Paris airport or your hotel. Drive across the serene countryside to the city of Chateau-Thierry, a key battle site in WWI. Stop for photos of the impressive American Monument, then continue your journey to Épernay in the Champagne region. On an orientation tour with your private chauffeur, see the Avenue de Champagne with its 19th-century champagne houses. Look for such world-famous names as Moët et Chandon, Perrier Jouet, Mercier and others. Then on to your hotel.

2 CHAMPAGNE EXCURSION After a leisurely morning, head underground to visit the caves and cellars of some of the renowned Champagne producers in Épernay. Enjoy a tour and tasting at your choice of cellars. Then, in nearby Hautvillers, visit the church and see the abbey where Dom Pierre Perignon experi mented with wine-making, ultimately leading to the creation of the bubbly we know and love today. Your evening is free. B

3 CHAMPAGNE / ALSACE-LORRAINE Cross the rolling French countryside to Nancy, in the heart of Lorraine. Mix with the locals at La Place Stanislas, admire the buildings and fountains, and perhaps shop for the bergamonte candies Nancy is famous for. Then on to Alsace, on the border with Germany, and your hotel in the charming city of Strasbourg. B

4 ALSACE-LORRAINE EXCURSION A wonderful day of vineyards, villages and wine! Your private chauffeur will take you along the Route de Vins, so you can discover the estates that produce some of the finest Rieslings, Gewürztraminers and Pinot Noirs in the world. Later, return to your boutique hotel, where your evening is free. B

PARIS TO PARIS








SUGGESTED HOTELS

Vinay | Hostellerie de la Briqueterie DLX

Strasbourg | Hotel Regent Petite France - MGallery F

Beaune | Château de Gilly F in Gilly les Citeaux

DLX Deluxe F First Class

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5 ALSACE-LORRAINE / BURGUNDY As you travel from Alsace-Lorraine into Burgundy, make stops in some of the enchant-ing villages along the way. There’s Colmar, with the Bartholdi Museum dedicated to the Statue of Liberty, Belfort, with its Citadel and splendid views of the surrounding countryside, Besançon, with the Pont Battant, and many others – the choice is yours. Arriving in Dijon, soak in the atmosphere of one of France’s gastronomic centers. Kir, a blending of white wine and cassis, was invented here, as well as Dijon mustard. There’s even a museum dedicated to mustard! After time for sight-seeing and shopping, continue to Beaune, the capital of the Burgundy wine region. B

6 BURGUNDY WINE EXCURSION The first vines were brought here by the Greeks in 600 B.C., and over the centuries Burgundy has become a major center of wine produc tion. Delight in a day of visiting some of the excellent vineyards in the area. Stop at Chambertin, Clos de Vougeot and Château Romanée Conti, among others, for tours and tastings as you wish. After an idyllic day, your evening is free. B

7 BEAUNE / DEPART PARIS Leaving Beaune, head north to Paris (approxi-mately 3 hours without stops). Along the way, you might want to take a break in Auxerre, Chablis, or Fontainebleau. Then arrive in Paris, where your vacation ends. You will be dropped off at the airport or your hotel. B

BRENDAN SUGGESTION: Add 2 days to your vacation and see the highlights of Paris. Arriving in Paris, you will be driven to your hotel, the deluxe Shangri-La. The rest of the day is free to explore the “City of Light” your way.

On your second day in Paris, head out on a private city tour. You’ll see all the highlights, plus ascend to the second floor of the Eiffel Tower and take in the panoramic views of the city. Your afternoon is free. B

You will be transferred to the airport on your third morning, where your vacation ends. B



* Per person prices are land only. Your Brendan Specialist will quote you the lowest airfare available from your hometown at the time of booking. Visit BrendanVacations.com

for up-to-date information.

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1 AMSTERDAM, NETHERLANDS / ROTTERDAM Your private chauffeur will greet you at the airport or your Amsterdam hotel, and you’ll head out to the Dutch capital, The Hague. Next, visit a farm workshop that has been making cheese and wooden shoes for more than 100 years. Continue to Delft, world-renown for the blue and white pottery of the same name. Visit a porcelain manufacturer before traveling to Kinderdijk, a small village with no less than 19 traditional windmills. End the day in Rotterdam, one of the world’s largest ports.

BRENDAN SUGGESTION: During April & May, add a day in Amsterdam and take an excur sion to Keukenhof. Your private chauffeur will drive you to Keukenhof, the world’s largest flower gardens, resplendent with color and fragrance. These 59-acre gardens have 9½ miles of footpaths and over 7 million tulip, daffodil and hyacinth plants. After plenty of time to enjoy the gardens, return to Amsterdam, where the rest of the day is free (Keukenhof is open daily Mar 21-May 20, 2013). B

2 ROTTERDAM / ANTWERP, BELGIUM Drive south across the border with Belgium and on to Antwerp. Antwerp is synonymous with diamonds, and a visit to a diamond cutting workshop is a must! The city is also associated with Baroque painter Peter Paul Rubens, who lived here in the early 17th cen tury. See his home, plus the Steen (stone castle), elegant guild houses and more on a sightseeing tour. Afterward, your time is free. B

3 ANTWERP / LUXEMBOURG Travel to southern Belgium and stop at a snail farm where you will learn about farming techniques and sample escargot pâté. On to visit Bastogne, a little town in heart of the forest of the Ardens. It is famous for the part it played in the Battle of the Bulge during World War II. Finally, travel to Luxemburg and its capital, Luxembourg City. B

4 LUXEMBOURG / GHENT, BELGIUM Your private chauffeur will take you on a tour of this 1,000-year-old fortress city. Discover the historic old town with the Palace of the Grand Dukes, the Cathedral and the EU Parliament building.Then head back into Belgium. You might want to stop at the Château and Farm of Falaën and two other famous sites, Annevoie and Freÿr, known for their magnificent gardens. After a visit to the little town of Dinant, arrive in Ghent, a university city with interesting medieval sights including Gravesteen Castle, the Belfry Tower, the Episcopal Palace and the Castle of Gerald the Devil. B

AMSTERDAM TO BRUSSELS








SUGGESTED HOTELS

Rotterdam | Manhattan Hotel DLX Antwerp | Hilton Antwerp F Luxembourg | Le Royal DLX Ghent | Sandton Grand Hotel Reylof SF Bruges | Kempinski Duke’s Palace DLX Brussels | Amigo Roco Forte Hotel DLX

DLX Deluxe SF Superior First ClassF First Class

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5 GHENT / BRUGES Take a walking tour including a visit to famous St. Bavo Cathedral to see its beautiful altar-piece, the Adoration of the Mystic Lamb painted by Jan and Hubert van Eyck in 1432. Later, drive through the Flemish countryside to Bruges, known as the “Venice of the North.” See the highlights on a walking tour, enjoy a cruise along the city’s canals and visit a Lace Center for a demonstration of this traditional art. Then you are free to explore on your own. B

6 BRUGES / BRUSSELS Drive to Brussels, the Belgian capital. No visit to Brussels would be complete without seeing the Grand’Place, a UNESCO-listed site. On to see the Atomium, Royal Palace and the adorable little Manneken-Pis. The rest of the day is free. B

7 DEPART BRUSSELS You will be transferred to Brussels airport, where your vacation ends. B

Add 2 or more nights in London or Paris to your vacation. See pages 103-104 for ideas and other cities.




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1 ARRIVE IN ROME, ITALY Your private chauffeur will greet you at Rome’s Leonardo da Vinci Airport and transfer you to your hotel. The rest of the day is free for you to explore the Eternal City your way.

2 ROME / FLORENCE Head out of Rome and on to Florence. On a walking tour, see the highlights of this exquisite Renaissance gem, including the Cathedral, Bell Tower and the Baptistery with the magnificent bronze “Gates of Paradise.” Next, a cooking class teaches you the secrets of making an authentic Italian dish, which you will enjoy as a light dinner. B D

3 CHIANTI COUNTRY EXCURSION Travel into the delightful Tuscan countryside. Your first stop is in Panzano to visit the Tenuta Fontodi where you will meet the wine producers of the Bio district, visit the cellars and enjoy a wine tasting. On to Greve and the Podere Le Fornaci, an organic farm where you can sample delicious cheeses made from the milk of the goats that graze in the Chianti hills. Return to Florence, where your evening is at leisure. B

4 SIENA & SAN GIMIGNANO EXCURSION Start a full-day Tuscan excursion in Siena. Wander through this medieval city, viewing its Gothic architecture and art-filled piazzas. There’s time to shop, people watch or relax over a slice of panforte, a traditional pastry. Then on to San Gimignano along the ancient Via Francigena. Stop at the little family-run farmhouse, Il Castagnolino, to learn about the techniques used in producing organic olive oil and enjoy a sample. In San Gimignano, admire the many towers, once the skyscrapers of the 13th and 14th centuries. Later, return to your hotel in Florence. B

ROME TO ROME




> Breakfast (B) daily; 1 dinner (D)




SUGGESTED HOTELS

Rome | Regina Baglioni DLX

Florence | Grand Hotel Villa de Medici DLX

Umbria| Relais Todini DLX

Rome| Regina Baglioni DLX

DLX Deluxe

$8841FROM

LAND ONLY

DAYBRENDAN SUGGESTION: Add a day in Florence to your vacation and take an excur sion to Pisa. Your private chauffeur will transport you to the marvelous Square of Miracles in Pisa. See the Cathedral, the Bap tistery and, of course, the famous Leaning Tower. At the north end of the Square is a cemetery which purportedly has dirt from the Holy Land. Back in Florence, you might want to walk through the historic city center and take a break at one of Florence’s gelaterias – after all, legend says it was invented here in the 16th century! B

5 FLORENCE / ORVIETO / UMBRIA Travel south to Orvieto, situated on top of a hill and offering splendid views of the surrounding countryside. See the highlights of the town, including the Gothic Duomo Cathedral, one of the most beautiful churches in Italy. Next, visit the Palazzo del Gusto, an institution promoting local and sustainable food and wine. You might want to call in at the Adriano Pastry Shop to try Orvieto’s typical cakes and desserts, including chocolates made with chilies and saffron. Then on to Todi, a little medieval town. Your time here is free. Later, travel to your hotel in the heart of the Umbrian countryside. B

6 ASSISI & MONTEFALCO EXCURSION Drive to Assisi for city tour including a visit to the 13th-century Basilica of St Francis. Then, travel to Montefalco. Visit the charming medieval city and taste the local Sagrantino wine at the Azienda Scacciadiavoli. On to the ancient olive groves belonging to the Azienda Romanelli family. Discover the many plant varieties and learn the techniques of extra virgin olive oil production, then enjoy a tasting. B

7 UMBRIA / ROME After a leisurely breakfast, leave Umbria and return to Rome. B

8 DEPART ROME It’s time to say arrivederci to your private chauffeur as you are transferred to the airport where your vacation ends. B

Add 2 or more nights in Rome or Venice to your vacation. See pages 103-104 for ideas and other cities.




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Tuscany & UmbriaPRIVATE CHAUFFEUR VACATION

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FLOREN C E

ORVIETO

SAN GIMIGNANO U MB R I A

ROME

Italy

MONTEFALCOSIENA ASSISI

GREVEPANZANO

11

2

3

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1 END CITY

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1 ARRIVE IN PALERMO, SICILY, ItALY Arriving at Palermo-Punta Raisi Airport, your private chauffeur will greet you and transfer you to your hotel. The rest of the day is free for you to begin exploring Sicily’s largest city.

2 PALERMO SIGHtSEEING & MONREALE EXCURSION Founded by the Phoenicians, Palermo has a history dating back thousands of years. See some of the highlights, including the Cathedral, the Norman Palace and the Palatine Chapel on a city sightseeing tour. Then on to visit Monreale with its outstanding Cathedral and Benedictine Cloister built in the 12th century. The balance of your day is free. B

3 PALERMO SIGHtSEEING & CEFALÙ EXCURSION Start the day with a not-for-the-faint-of-heart visit to the Capuchin Catacombs with their macabre collection of mummies. Next, wander through the traditional outdoor Vucciria Market. Seafood, herbs and local produce are all on display. Then leave Palermo and travel along the coast to Cefalù. This little town was the favorite residence of Norman King Roger II, who built the monumental Cathedral. A visit shows off its fine Byzantine mosaics, some of the most beautiful in the world. There’s time free to stroll along the narrow city streets before returning to Palermo. B

4 PALERMO / SEGEStA / ERICE / tRAPANI AREA Travel to Segesta, an ancient Greek town, and see the mighty Doric temple and the Greek theatre. Then on to the medieval hilltop city of Erice, famous for its almond biscuits and pastries. Visit the historical center and see the Chiesa Matrice with its impressive bell tower, the Balio, Norman Castle and Venus Castle. Finally, arrive in the fishing village of Trapani. Take a panoramic orientation tour before arriving at your seaside hotel. B

PALERMO tO CAtANIA

YOUR BRENDAN GOLD tRAVEL VALUE INCLUDES







SUGGEStED HOtELS

Palermo | Hilton Villa Igiea DLX

Trapani | Kempinski Giardino di Costanza DLX in Mazara del Vallo

Agrigento| Villa Athena DLX

Taormina| Grand Hotel Timeo, by Orient Express DLX

DLX Deluxe

$7758FROM

LAND ONLY

DAY

5 tRAPANI AREA / SELINUNtE / AGRIGENtO After a leisurely breakfast depart for Selinunte and visit one of the largest archaeological parks in Europe. See the Acropolis and its temples, evidence of the Greek and Phoenician-Punic civilizations that flourished here. Continue to Agrigento and visit the Valle dei Templi (Valley of the Temples), a UNESCO World Heritage site. This vestige of ancient Greece dates back to the 5th and 6th centuries B.C. After your visit, the balance of the day is free to browse along the streets of Agrigento, or perhaps relax over a plate of antipasto or a luscious pastry. B

6 AGRIGENtO / tAORMINA Travel across Sicily to Taormina, making stops along the way to admire the beautiful land scapes and the sparkling sea. Arriving in Taormina, your private chauffeur will take you to visit to the historic city center and show you the highlights, then your evening is at leisure. B

7 tAORMINA. FREE tIME A full day free. Taormina is set on the eastern coast of Sicily, overlooking the Ionian Sea and Mount Etna. You might want to browse through the shops in the Medieval Quarter or mingle with the locals on the Corso Umberto lined with stores and restaurants. There are also museums, gardens, piazzas and beaches vying to capture your attention. If you prefer to go farther afield, perhaps have your private chauffeur drive you to Tenuta San Michele in Santa Venerina and visit the cellar followed by a wine tasting. Or an excursion to Mount Etna, the largest active volcano in Europe, might be of interest. The views are incredible! B

8 tAORMINA / DEPARt CAtANIA It’s time to say arrivederci to your private chauffeur as you are transferred to the airport in Catania where your vacation ends. B

Add 2 or more nights in Rome, Florence or Venice to your vacation. See pages 103-104 for ideas and other cities.

PRICE PER PERSON FROM*# OF GUEStS 1 2 3 4 Land only $14,896 $7,758 $6,130 $5,096



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Fascinating SicilyPRIVATE CHAUFFEUR VACATION

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S i c i l y

PALERMOPALERMO

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TAORMINATAORMINACEFALÚCEFALÚ

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1 ARRIVE IN ROME, ITALY Your private chauffeur will greet you at Rome’s Leonardo da Vinci International Airport and take you to your hotel. Then you are free to begin exploring the Eternal City and capture the spirit of “La Dolce Vita.”

2 ROME SIGHTSEEING “Rome was not built in a day,” so the saying goes. With a history dating back at least as far as 753 B.C., the origins of the city are enveloped in myth and legend. But whatever its true heritage, once established, Rome grew quickly, with kings and emperors leaving their marks by means of imposing structures. See many of these ancient buildings on a city tour with your private chauffeur. Visit Vatican City with the Basilica of St. Peter, and enjoy an exclusive viewing of the fabulous Sistine Chapel. Later, discover Rome’s Renaissance and Baroque legacy, viewing the Spanish Steps, Piazza Navona and the unparalleled Trevi Fountain. Be sure to throw a coin in the foun tain to ensure you’ll return to Rome some day! B

3 ROME SIGHTSEEING Your private chauffeur will take you to the Castelli Romani, a collection of little hilltowns southeast of Rome. Visit some of these lovely towns, known for their wines and produce. This afternoon, visit the Forum, Colosseum, and Pantheon. B

4 ROME / FLORENCE Traveling north, stop in Orvieto. Perched on a rocky outcrop, the city boasts one of Italy’s most spectacular cathedrals. Visit the awe-inspiring building which took over 100 years to build. Then continue to Florence. Your evening is free in this Renaissance gem. B

ROME TO VENICE








SUGGESTED HOTELS

Rome | Grand Hotel de la Minerve DLX Florence | Rocco Forte Savoy DLX Venice| Danieli DLX

DLX Deluxe

$10,970FROM

LAND ONLY

DAY

5 FLORENCE SIGHTSEEING & WINE TASTING A private city tour includes views of all the highlights of Florence. See the cathedral with the famous Dome by Brunelleschi, the Baptistery with its bronze Gates of Paradise, Signoria Square and more. Next, visit the renowned Uffizi Gallery, containing a vast collection of priceless Renaissance pieces. This afternoon, head to Cantinetta Antinori Winery, set in the heart of the city. The Antinori family has been making wine for over six hundred years, and you’ll have a chance to sample their expertise with a tasting. B

6 SAN GIMIGNANO & SIENA EXCURSION After a leisurely breakfast, travel to San Gimignano, a little town set in the Tuscan hills with panoramic views. Visit the town, then stop at a wine cellar and enjoy a tasting. Continue to Siena. See the highlights of the city on an orien tation tour, and spend some time brows ing in the shops before returning to Florence. B

7 FLORENCE / PISA / VENICE Travel to Pisa to admire the Piazza dei Miracoli or Square of Miracles with the famous Leaning Tower. Then on to Venice, the “floating” city built across 118 islands in a lagoon. After checking in at your hotel, you are free to explore the city and its canals at your own pace. B

8 VENICE SIGHTSEEING & FREE TIME A private sightseeing tour takes you to the heart of the city. At majestic St. Mark’s Square, visit the Basilica of St. Mark. This venerable building is truly an over whelm ing sight to behold. The mosiacs, gold-domed ceilings and grand arches are spectacular. Your afternoon is free to explore more, people watch or do some last-minute shopping. B

9 DEPART VENICE After breakfast, your private chauffeur will take you to Venice International Airport, where your vacation ends. B




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Iconic ItalyPRIVATE CHAUFFEUR VACATION

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ORVIETO

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VENICE

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1 ARRIVE IN MILAN, ITALY Welcome to Italy! Your private chauffeur will greet you and take you to your hotel. The rest of your day is at leisure.

2 MILAN SIGHTSEEING & FREE TIME After breakfast at your hotel, a private tour shows you the highlights of Milan. Discover the Duomo Cathedral, La Scala Theatre, Castello Sforzesco, the Vittorio Emanuele Gallery and the Leonardo da Vinci’s Last Supper, painted on the wall of Santa Maria delle Grazie. This afternoon, bask in the atmosphere of the world’s capital of fashion, and shop in the most exclusive shops, from Gucci to Bally, from Christian Dior to Alberta Ferretti, Versace and more. B

3 MILAN / LECCO / BELLAGIO / LAKE COMO Driving towards the Italian lakes region, stop in Lecco and see the piazzas, the Duomo and the bell tower. Then on to the captivating town of Bellagio. Take in views of the town and lake on a walk with your private guide. Continue to Cernobbio, another lovely lakeside town, where your evening is free. B

4 LAKE COMO / LAKE GARDA After a leisurely breakfast, bid Lake Como farewell. Traveling east, stop in the famous wine region of Franciacorta. Visit the Cantine Berlucchi of Relais Franciacorta, where the famous Prosecco white wine has been produced since 1961. Enjoy a tour and a tasting. Then on to Sirmione, set on a peninsula stretching out into Lake Garda. Your time is free to stroll through the village known as the “Pearl of the Lake,” and to relax at the thermal hot springs. B

5 SIRMIONE SIGHTSEEING & MODENA EXCURSION See Scaliger Castle and the ruins of an ancient villa in Sirmione. Then head to Modena. A walking tour shows you the Piazza Grande and the 12th century cathedral with its Gothic bell tower. On to visit the Enzo Ferrari House Museum, the childhood home of Enzo Ferrari,

MILAN TO VENICE








SUGGESTED HOTELS

Milan | Principe di Savoia DLX Lake Como | Grand Hotel Villa d’Este SF in Cernobbio Lake Garda| Palace Hotel Villa Cortine MD in Sirmione

DLX Deluxe MD Moderate DeluxeSF Superior First Class

$9608FROM

LAND ONLY

DAY

with displays of his iconic cars. Modena is also known for Balsamic vinegar, so a stop at the Balsamic Vinegar Museum in nearby Spilamberto is a must! Later, return to Sirmione for a free evening. B

6 MAROSTICA & BASSANO DEL GRAPPA EXCURSION Head to the little town of Marostica. Starting in the Piazza Castello, walk to see the chessboard for the living chess festival held here biennially, then on to see the Castello Inferiore. Next, visit Bassano del Grappa, set on the Brenta River. See the Ponte degli Alpini, the Palazzo del Comune and Loggia dei Podestà, then take in the view of the town from the Torre Civica. This area is known for the fine Grappa wine it produces, and you’ll visit a cellar and sample some of the vintages before returning to Sirmione. B

7 LAKE GARDA / VENICE Drive through delightful landscapes to Verona, the home of Shakespeare’s starcrossed lovers. See Juliet’s balcony, the Piazza Bra, the Roman arena and more before heading to Venice. You will be transferred to the Venice Air port or your hotel, where your vacation ends. B

Add 2 or more nights in Venice, Florence or Rome to your vacation. See pages 103-104 for ideas and other cities.



* Per person prices are land only. Your Brendan Specialist will quote you the lowest airfare avail able from your hometown at the time of booking.

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Italy’s Enchanting Lake District


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BELLAGIO

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1 ARRIVE IN ZAGREB, CROATIA Your private chauffeur will greet you and drive you to your hotel. The rest of the day is free to explore the Croatian capital at your own pace. Your private chauffeur is available for sightseeing, shopping and other activites.

BRENDAN SUGGESTION: Add a day in Zagreb to your vacation. After breakfast at your hotel, take a city tour featuring the historic Upper Town with the beautiful Cathedral, impressive Parliament and superb Government Palace. Your afternoon is free. B

2 ZAGREB / LJUBLJANA, SLOVENIA Cross the border into Slovenia and on to Ljubljana, the Slovenian capital. Discover the baroque Old Town with its bridges, churches, palaces and squares on a walking tour. See Robba Fountain, the open-air market, the three bridges and more. In the afternoon, perhaps have your private chauffeur take you up to the castle, or simply browse through the shops. B

3 BLED & BOHINJ EXCURSION Travel to Lake Bled, with its emerald-green lake, a church on the island in the middle of the lake and a medieval castle perched on a cliff above town. Visit the castle, then enjoy a ride to the island in a “pletna” or water taxi. Continue to the breathtaking Bohinj Valley. Take in the grand vistas of glacial Bohinj Lake, the Julian Alps and Savica Waterfall. You might want to visit St. John’s Church, adorned with 13th century frescoes, or take a cable car up Mt. Vogel. Later, return to Ljubljana. B

4 LJUBLJANA / POSTOJNA / PLITVICE LAKES, CROATIA Leaving Ljubljana, your first stop is at the Postojna Cave. This 13-mile long system of subterranean caves is absolutely incredible! Ride the electric train, then walk through cave halls with stalactites, stalagmites and other speleothems. On to Predjama Castle, one of the most unique Renaissance castles in Slovenia, with its dramatic setting in the middle of 400- foot-high rocky cliff. End the day at UNESCO-listed Plitvice Lakes National Park. B

5 PLITVICE LAKES / SPLIT Delight in a scenic day touring through the park! There are terraces with 16 lakes connected by hundreds of waterfalls. Continue to Split, where your time is free to relax, shop or people watch in a harborside café and savor a dish of Soparnik with a glass of Croatian wine. B

6 SPLIT SIGHTSEEING & FREE TIME A walking tour of Split’s Old City focuses on the 17th century Diocletian’s Palace and provides a look at the city’s Roman heritage,

ZAGREB TO DUBROVNIK








SUGGESTED HOTELS

Zagreb | Esplanade Zagreb DLX

Ljubljana | Grand Hotel Union SF

Plitvice Lakes | Jezero F

Split | Luxe – boutique SF

Dubrovnik| Hotel Excelsior & Spa DLX

DLX Deluxe SF Superior First ClassM Moderate

$5451FROM

LAND ONLY

DAYRenaissance and Gothic structures, and contemporary attractions. Then your time is free. Perhaps have your private chauffeur show you more of the city, take you on a shopping spree or drop you off at a museum. B

7 SPLIT / DUBROVNIK Drive to Dubrovnik, with its picturesque setting. In Old Dubrovnik, see the Rector’s Palace, Bell Tower Clock and Sponza Palace on a walking tour. Then visit the Dominican Monastery and Franciscan Monastery with its Pharmacy, one of the oldest in the world. The afternoon is yours to do as you please. Your private chauffeur is at your beck and call for excursions, sightsee ing and shopping. B

8 MONTENEGRO EXCURSION Travel to the Bay of Kotor, the longest and deepest fjord in Southern Europe. As you drive, you can stop in the archaeological gem of Risan, the bay-side town of Kotor, and Cetinje, once the seat of Montenegrin rulers and today a city-museum. On your return to Croatia, visit the villages of Sveti Stefan and Budva. B

9 DEPART DUBROVNIK You will be dropped off at the airport, where your vacation ends. B

Add 2 or more nights in many European cities. See pages 103-104 for ideas.





Croatia & SloveniaPRIVATE CHAUFFEUR VACATION

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1 FRANKFURT, GERMANY / NÜRBURGRING Your private chauffeur will greet you at Frankfurt’s airport or your hotel. Heading out of the city, stop in Rüdesheim and board a river boat for a cruise along the most scenic stretch of the Rhine. Dis embarking in St. Goar, your private chauffeur will be waiting to take you on to Koblenz. Ascend by cable car to impressive Ehrenbreitstein Fortress. The day ends at the Nürburgring Motorsports Complex where your hotel overlooks the raceway.

2 NÜRBURGRING / STUTTGART An exciting morning starts with a lap on the Nordschleife, a unique racetrack with blind curves and treacherous crests. The “Green Hell” is one of the most challeng ing tracks for any driver. After this adrenalin rush, head to peaceful Heidelberg. Visit the ruins of the castle, and take in the spectacular views. Then on to Stuttgart, renowned for cars and wine. B

3 STUTTGART CARS & FREE TIME Your morning is devoted to the vehicles of two famous car-makers: Mercedes-Benz and Porsche. Start with a visit to the Mercedes Benz Museum, with over 1,400 different models of the elegant automobiles on display. Then on to visit the Porsche Museum. This collection features 80 of the most important prototypes of the sleek machines. The rest of the day is free to enjoy this iconic city at your own pace. B

4 STUTTGART / BLACK FOREST / LINDAU Leave the automotive delights of Stuttgart and head back to nature. Drive through the Black Forest with its dense woods and mountain lakes. Stop in Titisee-Neustadt and browse through the shops and stroll along the lakefront. From there, follow the shores of Lake Constance to the Bavarian town of Lindau. B

5 LINDAU / FÜSSEN Enjoy a leisurely morning in Lindau. Stroll the historic city center or take a swim in the lake. In the afternoon drive along the German Alpine Road (weather permitting) to Füssen. Your time here is your own. Stay in town or have your private chauffeur take you on a tour of the surrounding countryside. B

6 FÜSSEN / MUNICH Start the day with a visit to Neuschwan stein Castle, built by King Ludwig II. Continue to Ludwig’s smallest and favorite castle, Linderhof. Next, travel to Oberammergau, famous for wood carving and the frescoes painted on the town’s buildings. After your visit here, continue to Munich. B

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SUGGESTED HOTELS

Nürburgring | Dorint Am Nürburgring-Hocheifel F

Stuttgart | Althoff Hotel Am Schlossgarten DLX

Lindau | Hotel Bayerischer Hof DLX

Füssen | Hotel Sonne F

Munich| Sofitel Munich Bayerpost DLX


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7 MUNICH CARS & FREE TIME Today is dedicated to the Bavarian Motor Works, better known as BMW. Start with a visit to the BMW Museum. It tells the history of this renowned brand and displays a collec tion of cars, engines and motorcycles, as well as some extravagant futuristic models. Then head to the “BMW Welt” and take a guided tour of the exhibition. After a highlight visit to the BMW factory, the rest of your day is free. Tonight you might want to mix with the locals at the famous Hofbräuhaus! B

8 INGOLSTADT AUDI EXCURSION Travel to Ingolstadt, the home of the Audi factory. A visit to the modern museum reveals a display of about 50 cars and 30 motor cycles of this superb brand. After your stop, your time is free to shop at the Ingolstadt Village Luxury Outlet or visit more sights in Munich. B

9 DEPART MUNICH Your private chauffeur will drop you off at the airport, where your vacation ends. B






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1 ARRIVE IN MUNICH, GERMANY Your private chauffeur will greet you at the airport or your hotel, then is available to show you around the city, and offer suggestions for your free time and meals. Tonight, perhaps mix with the locals at the world-famous Hofbrähaus.

2 MUNICH SIGHTSEEING & DACHAU EXCURSION See the highlights of Munich, including the impressive City Hall, Olympic Park and baroque Nymphenburg Palace. This afternoon, travel to Dachau Concentration Camp for a somber visit to the Memorial. Between 1933 and 1945, at least 200,000 people were imprisoned here. Afterward, return to Munich. B

3 MUNICH / INNSBRUCK, AUSTRIA Drive south, crossing the border into Austria and continue to Innsbruck. In a breathtakingly scenic setting, Innsbruck has been home to two Winter Olympics and is a top winter sports destination. Your private chauffeur will take you on a drive to acquaint you with the town. You’ll see the famous Golden Roof, Imperial Hofburg and more. You might want to go just outside of Innsbruck to Wattens and visit the sparkling world of Swarovski Crystal at Kristallwelten. Your evening is at leisure. B

4 INNSBRUCK / ST. MORITZ, SWITZERLAND Travel through outstanding mountain scenery from Austria into Switzerland. Arriving in St. Moritz, high in the Swiss Alps, your time is free to take in the stunning vistas, breath the clear mountain air and truly relax. The perfect escape from the stresses of everyday life! B

5 ST. MORITZ / LUCERNE Leave this mountain resort and head across Switzerland. You might want to make a stop in Vaduz, capital of the little Principality of Liechtenstein. The Art Museum here has one of the oldest private collections in Europe, plus there’s a fine Stamp Museum, surely of interest to philatelists. Then continue to Lucerne, set on Lake Lucerne and one of the prettiest towns in Switzerland. B

6 LUCERNE SIGHTSEEING & FREE TIME Your private chauffeur will show you the poignant Lion Monument and orient you to the town. Among the “must see” sights are the wooden Chapel Bridge with its gable paintings, the Jesuit church, and Kornmarkt Square with the Town Hall and Pfistern Guildhall. Then there’s time to shop for Swiss chocolate and watches, cruise on Lake Lucerne, take a cable car ride up one of the nearby mountains or savor a fondue lunch or dinner. The choice is yours! B

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SUGGESTED HOTELS

Munich | Sofitel Munich Bayerpost DLX

Innsbruck | Grand Hotel Europa DLX

St.. Moritz | Hotel Schweizerhof F

Lucerne | Romantik Wilden Mann – boutique F

Freiburg | Park Hotel Post F


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7 LUCERNE / FREIBURG, GERMANY Skirt Zurich as you head north, crossing the Swiss-German border and traveling through the Black Forest to Titisee-Neustadt. Stop in this lovely village set on the banks of Lake Titisee. You’ll see a cuckoo clock making demonstration, a specialty of the Black Forest. Then on to Freiburg, called the “sunniest city in Germany.” Tonight is your opportunity to sample authentic Black Forest Cake. B

8 FREIBURG / DEPART MUNICH Leaving Freiburg, drive through the rolling countryside and along Lake Constance to Munich, where your vacation ends in the mid-afternoon. You will be dropped off at the airport or your hotel. B






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1 PRAGUE, CZECH REPUBLIC Your private chauffeur will greet you at the airport or hotel and provide you an orientation tour of city. Then your time is free to relax or begin exploring the “City of a Hundred Spires” on your own.

2 PRAGUE SIGHTSEEING & FREE TIME A private walking tour shows off historic and modern Prague. Stroll through the Old and New Towns and see Prague Castle. Continue, viewing the National Theater, Charles Bridge, the Loreto and more. This afternoon, you might want to shop for crystal or jewelry, mix with the locals in Wenceslas Square, relax in a café or take a quiet stroll along the Vltava River. B

3 PRAGUE / CESKÝ KRUMLOV Travel through the beautiful landscapes of Southern Bohemia to Ceský Krumlov. A UNESCO World Heritage site, this charming city has more than 300 historic buildings dominated by a huge castle. Visit the Old Town and the Church of St. Vitus, then on to visit the Castle Complex with its bear moat. Afterward your time is your own. B

4 CESKÝ KRUMLOV / LINZ, AUSTRIA / SALZBURG Cross the border into Austria and continue to Linz. This modern city on the Danube River is a fusion of technology and history. Your private chauffeur will show you the highlights of the city, then there’s time to shop or visit one of the many museums before heading to Salzburg. A drive through the city will acquaint you with the historic sights, shops and restaurants, then your time is free to explore them your way. B

5 SALZBURG SIGHTSEEING Start your private tour of Salzburg with views of Mirabell Palace, built by the Archbishop Wolf Dietrich for his mistress and their children. Continue along the Schwarzstraße and stop for photos of Mozart’s home on the Makartplatz. Admire the Church of the Holy Trinity, the Festival House, Horse Pond and St. Blasius Church. Then, a “must” for fans of the movie The Sound of Music – see the Palace of Leopoldskron, the gazebo where Liesl and Rolf sang “Sixteen Going on Seventeen,” Nonnberg Abbey and the church where Maria and the Captain were married in the film. B

6 SALZBURG / VIENNA As you travel east, there are plenty of towns and villages in which you can stop for a break. Arriving in Melk, board a cruise along one of the lovliest stretches of the Danube River. As you glide down the river, pass impressive Melk Abbey and Dürnstein, where Richard the LionHearted was imprisoned in 1193. Your private chauffeur will meet you when you

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SUGGESTED HOTELS

Prague | Hilton MD

Ceský Krumlov | Hotel Ruze SF Salzburg | Radisson Blu F

Vienna | Hilton DLX

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disembark in Krems, then continue to Vienna, the “City of Waltz.” There’s time this afternoon to visit one of the many fine museums, to stroll through a park, to go on a shopping spree along Mariahilfer Straße or perhaps just relax in a café and savor a slice of Sachertorte. B

7 VIENNA SIGHTSEEING & FREE TIME A private walking tour of the city center takes in views of St. Stephen’s Cathedral and the Graben, and visits the Hofburg, winter residence of Habsburgs. Next, visit the Spanish Riding School and see the world famous Lipizzaner horses in action. Afterward, your time is free. Perhaps visit Schönbrunn Palace. B

8 DEPART VIENNA You will be dropped off at the airport, where your vacation ends. B






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NormaNdy Beaches4 days / 3 Night s

Your private chauffeur will whisk you from Paris, heading north. Stop in Giverny, Claude Monet’s home and gardens, and Caen, with the Memorial Center for History and Peace. Later, arrive at the Villa Lara in Bayeux, your home for the next 3 nights.

Spend a day reliving some of the most sobering moments of WWII at the D-Day Landing Beaches. Visit the American Cemetery & Memorial and the Pointe du Hoc Ranger Monument, poignant reminders of the bravery of the Allied troops. See the Bayeux Tapestry with its recreation of the 1066 Battle of Hastings, then take a trip to Mont St. Michel to visit the impressive Gothic Abbey.

All too soon it’s time for your private chauffeur to return you to Paris.

The coTswolds, BaTh & sToNeheNge4 days / 3 Night s

Travel in style from London to Oxford, in your luxury Mercedes with your private chauffeur. Stop to see the colleges, then continue into the pretty Cotswolds. With rolling green countryside and quaint little villages, this area is famous for being “typically English.” Take a break in Burford, call in at Bourton-on-the-Water and see the “Cathedral of the Cotswolds” in Northleach as you head to your hotel near Cheltenham, the singular Cowley Manor.

Famous literary towns include Gloucester, well-known because of two Potters – Beatrix and Harry – Swindon, of Jasper Fforde fame, and Sevenhampton, where Ian Fleming is buried. Don’t miss the chance for a real Afternoon Tea, an English tradition since the mid-1800s.

Then on to Georgian Bath, with it’s splendid architecture and the Roman Baths. Your base is the Macdonald Bath Spa & Hotel.

And as you travel across the Salisbury Plains on your way back to London, visit Stonehenge, enveloped in the mysteries of time.

The chaTeaux of The loire Valley4 days / 3 Night s

Meet your private chauffeur in Paris and travel into the splendid Loire Valley. This is where French Royalty chose to build their lavish palaces and manors in the days of old. You’ll feel like royalty in your comfortable room at the many castle hotels available to choose from.

With two full days to visit chateaux, you’ll set a leisurely pace and spend as much time as you wish in each castle and strolling through their spectacular gardens. On your agenda: fairytale Chenonceau with its fine collections of art, and Amboise, which claims Leonardo da Vinci as a favorite visitor. There is also Blois, now a fine arts museum, and quintessential Chambord with its double helix staircase.

Returning to Paris, stop to see the famous Rose Window in Chartes Cathedral and one more chateau – opulent Fontainebleau.

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The Scenic AmAlfi coAST & SorrenTo4 Days / 3 night s

With your private chauffeur behind the wheel, motor out of Rome and head south to Pompeii. Both destroyed and preserved by an eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 A.D., the remains of the city are fascinating to visit. Take in views of the sea and landscapes as you head to your hotel, the San Pietro in Positano.

The Amalfi Coast is a UNESCO World Heritage site – proclaimed so because of its beauty. As you ride along between the mountains and the sea, you’ll agree with this designation. Stop in some of the pictur esque villages such as Ravello, Maiori and Praiano. Then head to Sorrento and into the Bay of Naples as you cruise to the Isle of Capri on a scenic full-day excursion.

When it’s time to return to Rome, your private chauffeur will lead the way, stopping for a break at the Abbey and cemeteries of Monte Cassino as you travel north.

Greece – in The fooTSTepS of The GoDS4 Days / 3 night s

Leave Athens and head to Delphi with your private chauffeur at the wheel. Delphi is home to the Oracle of the god Apollo. You may hear his words of wisdom as you walk the Sacred Way to his sanctuary then on to the archaeological museum. Continue to the mountainside village of Arachova, and end the day at the Santa Marina Resort.

Next, travel to Olympia for a visit to the temples of the gods Zeus and Hera. This is also the home of the original Olympic games, held in 776 B.C. The Arty Grand Hotel is your home tonight.

Cross the countryside to Mycenae, where Agamemnon was murdered by his wife Clytemnestra. See the Lion Gates, Beehive Tombs and the Treasury of Atreus. Then on to Nafplion, the first capital of modern Greece, and your hotel, the Nafplia Palace. Your time here is free.

Stop in Epidaurus to visit the ancient theatre and the Asklepieion, a sacred healing sanctuary devoted to the god Asklepius. Then bid farewell to the gods as you return to Athens.

TuScAn TreASureS4 Days / 3 night s

Greetings from Rome and your private chauffeur as you climb into your Mercedes for a sojourn in the Tuscan countryside. Your first visit is Florence, a Renaissance gem. You’ll see all the highlights, with time to shop afterward. Then on to check in at your villa in the heart of Tuscany, your home for the next 3 nights.

A toothsome day awaits. Start at an olive oil producer with a tour and a tasting of this classic pantry staple. Then head out for an afternoon wine tasting at a fine Chianti vineyard – a must on a trip to Italy! On your next culinary day, you’ll take a cooking class to learn how to make an authentic Italian dish and eat it too.

When it’s time to say arrivederci, your private chauffeur will return you to the Eternal City with stops in Pienza to sample its Pecorino cheese and Montalcino to taste the local honey along the way.

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DEPOSIT & FINAL PAYMENT Independent Vacations: A non-refundable deposit of $200 per person per program is required within 7 days of booking.Private Chauffeur Vacations: A non-refundable deposit of $1000 per booking is re-quired within 14 days of booking. If after 14 days the deposit is not received, your vacation will be repriced with the current exchange rates. All Vacations: Payment in full for airfare from your U.S. gateway to your European destination is required at the time of booking flights. Upon receipt of full air payment, your airfare, taxes and fuel surcharges are final, regardless of any future price fluctuations. Certain other products may have additional deposit requirements; this will be advised at the time of booking or on your invoice. The deposit forms part of your final payment, which is due at least 45 days prior to departure (65 days for Private Chauffeur Vacations). Payment of the deposit and/or full payment indicates acceptance of our Terms and Conditions (in the case where a credit card is used, this is true whether or not the appropriate draft has actually been signed). If we do not receive final payment by the specified date, we reserve the right to cancel the reservation. Payment in full is required at the time of booking for reservations made less than 45 days prior to the vacation departure (65 days for Private Chauffeur Vacations). In the case of computer or human billing errors, we reserve the right to reinvoice with correct pricing. Your Travel Agent shall hold all monies for each person on the booking until it is confirmed. When confirmed, your Travel Agent shall provide the money held to Brendan. You consent to us depositing monies received by us as required by law. We will be entitled to keep any interest earned. You consent that all monies paid to us whether through your Travel Agent, by deposit or otherwise, may be disbursed by us as and when we see fit. Before payment on any program can be accepted, Brendan must receive guests’ (written) consent acknowledging and accepting the responsibility for additional payment should any prices increase, including intra-trip airfare. However, once paid in full the vacation price is guaranteed, provided no material changes are made to the itinerary or number of travelers. We reserve the right to refuse a booking without giving any reason and shall in that event return any monies received. Credit Card Bookings: Brendan should be advised of the credit card number when making the reservation. Credit card payments require certain information. Third party credit card pay-ments require additional information. HANDLING & REVISION FEES A fee of $35 or more per person may be charged for any alteration made after a booking is confirmed. Any alterations risk the loss of air space or increased airfares. Name changes or corrections will be treated as a cancellation of air; all normal air cancellation fees will apply. A change of program date or itinerary within 45 days of departure (65 days for Private Chauffeur Vacations) will be treated as a cancellation and new booking; regular cancellation fees will apply. Bookings made within 30 days of departure incur special handling fees.CANCELLATIONS & CANCELLATION FEES All cancellations must be advised in writing via email or letter to Guest Services. The following per person cancellation fees apply:Independent Vacations

46+ days prior to departure day*: Full deposit‡; 45-22 days prior to departure day*: 25% of total price‡; 21-4 days prior to departure day*: 50% of total price‡; 3 days or less: 100% of total price‡.

Private Chauffeur Vacations66+ days prior to departure day*: full deposit‡; 65-22 days prior to departure day*: 20% of total price‡; 21-8 days prior to departure day*: 30% of total price‡; 7 days or less: 100% of total price‡.

‡ Plus the Travel Protection Plan’s insurance premium, if purchased* “Departure day” is considered the date

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Brendan services begin. These fees are in addition to any cancellation fees that may be levied by your Travel Agent.Should a passenger sharing a room cancel, the remaining passenger(s) will be charged for a single (or twin share) room.

VACATION CANCELLATION In the unlikely event Brendan must cancel or reschedule any departure due to operating requirements or circumstances beyond its control, we will try to rebook the same or a similar vacation and, where flights have been confirmed by Brendan, will attempt to confirm an air schedule for the new dates, subject to availability. If there is a difference in cost, it will be at the guest’s expense or savings. If the alternative trip is not accepted within 7 days, we will refund all monies paid to Brendan and will be under no further obligation or liability. If cancellation is made any time prior to departure, Brendan’s only liability will be to refund to the passenger the amount it has received for the booking. Brendan is not liable for any other travel arrangements affected due to our cancellations or any cancellation penalties incurred on any other travel arrangements including air tickets purchased separately. If purchasing a non-refundable air ticket, please make sure that your Travel Agent explains the difficulties associated with these. Brendan cannot be held responsible for any change/cancellation penalties associated with non-refundable airfares.

REFUNDS FOR UNUSED SERVICES No refunds will be made for unused services once travel has commenced. If you leave your vacation early due to illness, you must obtain a medical certificate in support of any insurance claim. We regret that no refunds can be made for absences from a program, including but not limited to, missed meals or sightseeing. Employees of any domestic or overseas service supplier are not authorized to indicate or make refunds without respect to Brendan’s stated Terms and Conditions.

SERVICE INQUIRIES Should you have a complaint while on vacation, you should inform your Brendan local host or private chauffeur immediately. If the matter cannot be resolved after his/her best efforts or if after the program you wish to inquire about any services provided, please ensure that all corre-spondence relating to those services is received by Brendan within 60 days after the program completion date. To expedite processing, please email all correspondence to: [email protected] INFORMATION The following cancellation charges apply for airline arrangements made by Brendan:• Prior to Airline Ticketing: service fee $50.00

per person.• After Airline Ticketing: service fee $75.00

per person plus any airline imposed penalties which may be up to 100% of the air ticket value.

Airline Availability: Where possible Brendan will offer a choice of schedules and airfares. Some schedules may contain multiple connec-tions and/or airlines. The schedule of guests’ choice may not be the lowest fare offered. Once your air schedule is confirmed, any alterations risk the loss of air space and/or increased air-fares. Air tickets issued by Brendan are subject to restrictions. Any and all changes to air tickets issued by Brendan must be processed through Brendan. Change penalties vary depending on the airline. Brendan does not hold block space on any airline and does not guarantee air availability. Seats are limited in our contracted class of service and are not available on every flight. During peak travel times, there may not be any availability. If we book and ticket a published airfare for you, there is a $75 service fee. Guests traveling with other guests but originating in different gateway cities might not be confirmed on the same airline or routing. Flight delays and itinerary or schedule changes are the sole responsibility of and under the control of the airline. Brendan reserves the right to offer alternative schedules for itineraries affected by airlines’ changes of flight schedules and equipment.Airline Arrangements: Seat assignments and special meals can be requested at the time

of booking. Brendan cannot guarantee con-firmation of preferences. Not all airlines offer pre-assigned seats and some may charge for pre-assigned seats. Any additional charges will be at guests’ expense. Where pre-assigned seats are not offered or different seats are desired, guests are requested to contact airline(s) directly, and to reconfirm their request with the airline 30 days prior to departure. Seat-ing is solely under the control of the airline and subject to change up until departure. Frequent Flyer Miles can be accrued on most air carriers, but upgrades using mileage are not permitted. Some airfares may not be eligible to accrue Frequent Flier Miles/Points. AIRPORT TRANSFERS Your flights must be booked by Brendan or detailed flight information provided to Brendan no less than 21 days prior to departure. Once transfers are confirmed they cannot be changed. You must stay at the program hotel booked by Brendan on the night of your arrival and the night prior to your departure. In the event of flight delays outside of Brendan’s control, transfers will be considered cancelled. No refund is avail - able for missed transfers or for passengers not using this service. In the case of unforeseen events (such as but not limited to road or rail work, strikes or demonstrations), Brendan will not be responsible for delayed or cancelled transfers.PASSPORTS & VISAS A valid machine-readable passport is required of all program participants traveling outside of the United States. It must be valid at least six months after your date of return to the U.S. Some programs require passport details be provided at the time of booking. Brendan will not be responsible for delays in confirmation or disruption to passengers’ travel plans should these details not be provided at that time.Securing visas is the responsibility of the guest. ALL travelers, regardless of the passport they hold, must check with the consulates of the countries being visited to determine if any visas are needed. See BrendanVacations.com/passportandvisas for more details.HEALTH REQUIREMENTS Passengers should check with the consulates and/or the local health boards for the latest health requirements for their destination(s). YOUNG PROGRAM PARTICIPANTS Program participants under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult. If a child will be traveling with adults other than parents, or with only one parent, it is the passenger’s responsibil-ity to contact the appropriate consulates and the applicable airlines to ensure children have the required documentation for travel, particularly outside the U.S.PROGRAM ARRANGEMENTS Brendan strives to provide an enjoyable and safe travel experience for all. We welcome passen-gers with special needs or disabilities. However, please note the following:• Passengers are required to advise Brendan at

the time of booking of any physical, medical or other special needs that require accommoda-tion.

• All guests must ensure they are medically and physically fit for travel. Brendan may impose safety requirements necessary for the safe operation of the program. Brendan may also exclude an individual from participating in a tour or an activity if that individual’s participa-tion poses a direct threat to health or safety.

• Motorized scooters are not allowed on Inde-pendent Vacations.

• Brendan does not provide personal devices (such as wheelchairs, hearing aids or eye glasses) or services of a personal nature (such as pushing a wheelchair or help in eating, toileting or dressing). A companion capable of providing such assistance must accompany any passenger who requires services of a personal nature.

• Brendan does not employ medical personnel. Any necessary medical attention will be provided by a local facility at the passenger’s expense. Brendan is not responsible or liable for any losses or costs incurred as a result of medical services obtained while on tour, or for the quality of the care or services received.

Passengers should be aware that some vacation programs include rough terrain, extensive walk-

ing over cobblestone streets, uneven pavement, steps and locations which may not be easily accessible or accessible by wheelchair. During the program, we may make arrangements with carriers, hotels and other independent suppliers to provide travel services. These parties are independent entities over which Brendan has no control. We cannot guarantee disability access or accommodations for passengers traveling on international tours. Many Optional Excursions are operated by inde pendent third party suppliers, not Brendan. Your contract will be with the operator of the excursion. We are not responsible for providing the excursion, or anything that happens during the excursion. Some involve outdoor activities and/or can be physically demanding. You must make your own decisions about excursions and participate only in activities that suit your physical ability. We recommend you check whether any insurance you have also includes your participation in adventure activities you may undertake. Brendan may, in its sole discretion, decline the booking of any passenger or remove any pas-senger who cannot comply or refuses to comply with Brendan’s Terms and Conditions. Brendan is not responsible for any costs incurred in the event a passenger is removed from a trip, excur-sion, aircraft, ship or train. Passengers agree not to hold Brendan or any of its related entities liable for any actions taken under these Terms and Conditions. If you damage any property or an accommodation in which you are staying, you must reimburse the property owner or accommodation provider concerned for the cost of the damage before the end of your stay (if the cost has been established or as soon as it has been established if later). You must indemnify us for the full amount of any claim (including legal costs) made against us. Criminal proceedings may be instigated. BRENDAN LOCAL HOSTS On Independent Vacations there is a Brendan local host available to assist you at any time.CITY TOURING Most touring is on an air-conditioned motor-coach. Seats cannot be booked on coaches. Also there is a strict no-alcohol, no-smoking policy on board coaches, mini-buses and vans.PROGRAM PRICES All prices are in US dollars unless otherwise specified. The availability of vacation prices in this catalog is limited; for current prices please visit BrendanVacations.com or call 1-800-421-8446. Private Chauffeur rates are for low season; higher rates are available for other dates. Prices are based on costs, charges, tariffs, rates, prices, taxes, levies, exchange rates and other considerations as of December 2012. All are subject to change. No surcharges regarding cost or currency fluctuations will be made to the land only price once the deposit is received. However, airport taxes, fuel surcharges and taxes, charges and levies imposed by a government, airlines or agencies may be passed on at any time, even after the deposit is received or vacation is paid for. If, before full payment, the total vacation price increases by more than 10%, guests have the right to cancel within 7 days of notification of the new price, without penalty. (These guarantees do not apply to pre-registered bookings or departures where prices are still subject to confirmation. In exchange for these guarantees, no refund will be made if costs are reduced.)AIR-RELATED TAXES, FEES AND RESTRICTIONS The TSA/Homeland Security Administra tion requires Brendan to collect passenger’s personal information before travel. Deposit and/or full payment will not be accepted for any book-ing until these details are received. The required information:• Passenger’s full name as it appears on the

passport (including middle name)• Date of birth• Gender• Redress Number, if applicableFor more information, please see www.tsa.gov. Incomplete or inaccurate information may result in additional charges payable directly to the airline or, in the worst-case scenario, you may be denied boarding. International and intra-vacation airfares (if any)

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will be provided upon booking, will be based on round-trip purchase, and will include fuel sur - charges imposed by the airlines and any addi-tional air-related taxes and fees. If the customer is notified of the potential for a price increase prior to the time that the full amount agreed upon has been paid and customer’s written con-sent prior to accepting any payment has been obtained, we reserve the right to recover from you increases in those surcharges. Any addi tional air-related taxes and fees, such as seat selec-tion, baggage handling (see BrendanVacations.com/baggage), and/or any other services are the sole responsibility of the customer(s). Additional air-related restrictions may apply. NOTE: Some countries charge a separate entry, departure or reciprocity tax that is collected at the airport and usually paid for in local currency. Please ask your Travel Agent or check with the consulates of the countries being visited for current information.HOTEL ACCOMMODATIONS Prices are per person and based on two persons sharing a twin-bedded room with private bath or shower. When booking triple or quad rooms, please note that this is based on sharing the existing bedding (usually two beds) in a twin-bedded standard room, triples may have 2 double beds, 1 double bed and 1 rollaway, or the extra bed may be a foldaway or sofa bed (cost of rollaway not included in quads). Availability of triple rooms is limited; quads are reserved to limited departures and are for families with children (2 adults and 2 children 15 years and under), not for 4 adults. Note that single rooms are generally smaller than twin-bedded rooms and that hotel standards, facilities and services provided may vary from those in the US and are often local in style. Non-smoking rooms cannot be guaranteed. Substitute hotels may be used at certain times and will be of similar standard whenever possible. At peak periods hotels may vary from those stated on itinerary pages. Passengers who are members of Hotel Frequent Traveler programs are not entitled to earn points with any hotels featured.

MEALS Any special meal requirements will be made on a REQUEST basis only. Brendan cannot guarantee special meal requests nor will we assume any responsibility or liability if special meal requests are not fulfilled.

BAGGAGE Baggage handling is not included in the Inde-pendent program price. Airlines may impose strict weight and size limits for luggage and may also charge fees for checked baggage, including the first checked bag. Please check with your airline(s) directly for the most current baggage regulations and related fees (see BrendanVaca-tions.com/baggage). Brendan is not responsible for additional fees imposed by air carriers. Generally, your luggage should have dimensions not exceeding 30”x18”x10” (76x46x25cm) and weight not exceeding 50 lbs (23kg).

Brendan will not accept liability for any loss or damage to baggage or any of the passenger’s belongings. Passengers should report any lost items to the Brendan local host, private chauf-feur or airline representative, who will assist in completing a lost property form that can be used for any insurance claim in this matter. Brendan cannot assist in locating any lost items once the passenger has returned home.

TIPS No tipping is included on Independent or Private Chauffeur programs.

HOLIDAYS & ITINERARY VARIATIONS Brendan constantly strives to improve itiner aries and features. If such improvements can be made, or unforeseen circumstances beyond our control make changes necessary, we reserve the right to vary itineraries and to substitute hotels. Religious festivals, holidays, trade fairs or other events occasionally cause changes from scheduled hotels and activities, and certain facilities such as museums, sightseeing tours, and shopping may be limited. Similarly, holidays, closing days and other circumstances may necessitate a change in the day of the week for scheduled sightseeing or other activi-ties. Departures in early and late seasons are potentially operated in cool weather conditions. As a result, slight itinerary variations may occur, and certain activities may not be available. If you feel your enjoyment might be diminished by such limitations, please check with your Travel Agent or National Tourist Office before selecting a specific departure date. Sightseeing and

other services may occasionally be provided by third parties in which case transportation and itineraries may vary.TRAVEL DOCUMENTS There is a $10 fee to mail travel documents ($25 for Private Chauffeur Vacations); you can opt to have them sent electronically at no charge instead. If you prefer paper documents, they will be sent via UPS (or regular mail) 21 days prior to departure*, provided full payment has been received. If final payment is not received when due, costs to courier documents are the responsibility of the guest. Payments received 30 days or less prior to departure* require bank clearance before documents are sent. There is a $35 documentation charge if you need your documents earlier than the above time frame. A charge of $35 will be applied if you/your Travel Agent request documents to be sent via overnight delivery within the continental U.S. Outside of the continental U.S., the minimum charge is $50. The actual cost will be advised at the time of booking.NOT INCLUDED IN PROGRAM PRICES Airfares, air-related taxes, surcharges and fees (unless you purchase a land and air package from Brendan); additional fees charged by airlines, such as checked and/or excess baggage (see BrendanVacations.com/baggage), seat selection and/or any other services; passport and visa fees; insurances of all kinds; Internet access fees; laundry; phone calls; beverages; meals not detailed in the itinerary; discretionary tips/gratuities to Brendan local hosts, private chauffeurs, local travel experts, driver/guides, motorcoach drivers and local city/attraction guides; tips/gratuities on board ferries, trains or cruise ships; items of a personal nature; excess baggage; optional excursions, etc. Additional taxes and surcharges may be collected by for-eign government and non-government entities. The program price also does not cover costs and expenses such as the return to your home if you leave the trip at your own volition, due to illness or as a consequence of official action by the government of any country visited. This list is illustrative and not a complete list of every item not included.PHOTOGRAPHS & MAPS Photographs show places in geographic areas, but are not necessarily included in the program. Maps are for general information and may not reflect actual routings.SAFETY Please be aware that during your participa-tion in programs operated by Brendan, certain risks and dangers may arise beyond our control including, but not limited to, the hazards of traveling in undeveloped areas; travel by boat, train, automobile, aircraft or other means of transportation; the forces of nature; political unrest; and accident or illness in remote regions without means of rapid evacuation or medical facilities. Brendan will not have liability regard-ing provision of medical care or the adequacy of any care that may be rendered. Brendan will use its best efforts to ensure that adequate measures are taken.TRAVEL INSURANCE It is strongly recommended that all passen-gers take out comprehensive travel insurance including international air, cancellation and medical coverage. This may be arranged through your travel agent or Brendan. Brendan’s Travel Protection premiums are not refundable or transferable once purchased. Brendan makes no representation or guarantees concerning reimbursements of funds paid by you under any insurance claim.IMPORTANT – RESPONSIBILITY These programs are under the management of Brendan Vacations, Inc., Los Angeles, CA (hereinafter referred to as the “Company”) and services are provided by Suppliers believed by the Company to be reputable to operate in accordance with the standards set down by their own local authorities.Suppliers undertake the following duties:1. The Suppliers shall be responsible to the pas-

senger for supplying the services and accom-modations described in this catalog, except where such services cannot be supplied or the itinerary used is changed due to delays or other causes of whatever kind or nature beyond the control of the Suppliers/Company. In such circumstances, the Suppliers will do their best to provide comparable services, ac-commodations and itineraries and there shall be no refund in this connection.

2. This catalog represents the entire agreement between the passenger and the abovemen-tioned Company.

3. In the absence of their own negligence, neither the Company nor its agents or co-operating organizations shall be responsible for any cancellations or for acts of any other service providers concerned, diversions or substitution of equipment or any act, variation, postponement, omission or default whatso-ever by air carriers, land carriers, hoteliers or hotels, transportation companies, or any other persons providing any of the services and accommodations to passengers including any results thereof, such as changes in services, accommodations or facilities necessitated by same. Nor shall they be liable for any loss or damage to baggage or property, or for injury, illness or death, or for any damages or claims whatsoever arising from loss, negligence or delay from the act, error, omission, default or negligence of any person not its direct em-ployee or under its exclusive control, including any act, error, omission, default, or negligence of any country, government or governmental authority, officer or employee. All baggage and personal effects are at all times and in all circumstances at the risk of the participant. Baggage insurance is recommended. Upon return to the United States, if lost articles are found and returned to the owner, a minimum service fee of $50 will be charged. The carriers, accommodation and other suppliers providing services are independent contractors and are not agents, employees, servants or joint venturers of the Company or its affiliates. All certificates and other travel documents for services issued by the Company/Suppliers are subject to the terms and conditions specified by the carriers and suppliers and to the laws of the countries in which the services are supplied. Carriage by sea is subject to the Carrier’s Conditions of Carriage which are expressly incorporated into this contract, copies of which are available upon request. The Company is not responsible for any criminal conduct by third parties.

4. Where the passenger occupies a motorcoach seat fitted with a safety belt, neither the Company/Suppliers nor their agents or co-operating organizations or service providers concerned will be liable for any injury, illness or death or any loss or damages or claims whatsoever arising from any accident or incident, if the safety belt is not being worn at the time of such accident or incident.

5. Transportation companies, airlines, etc. are not to be held responsible for any act, omission or event during the time passengers are not on board planes, transportation or conveyances. We rely on international conven-tion which may apply to the services provided by us, our suppliers or agents with respect to any claim of any nature brought by you against us as a result of the provision of those services. International conventions which apply may include: Warsaw Convention 1929, (as amended by Hague Protocol and Montreal Protocol) in relation to air travel, or Montreal Convention; Berne Convention for rail travel; Athens Convention 1974 for carriage by sea; Geneva Convention for carriage by road and Paris Convention 1962 for hotels. We are to be regarded as having all benefit of these conven-tions on limiting our liability in relation to any claim for death, injury, loss, damage and/or delay to passengers and luggage. Enrollment in and payment for a vacation package shall constitute agreement and acceptance by the passenger of the terms and conditions set forth in this catalog which cannot be varied except in writing by an officer of the Company.

6. The agreement arising between the passenger and the Company under this catalog and the booking made by the passenger shall be governed by the law of the State of California, which shall have exclusive jurisdiction in the case of any dispute between the parties.

7. In the case of computer or human billing errors we reserve the right to re-invoice participants with correct billing.

8. Every effort is made to ensure catalog ac-curacy at the time of going to press; however Brendan cannot be held responsible for print-ing or typographical errors, or errors arising from unforeseen circumstances.

OTHER CONDITIONS & ACCEPTANCE It is your responsibility to comply with the terms, conditions and requirements of any service

provider, country or governmental authority, and to bear any costs or losses incurred as a consequence of you not complying with them. The person initializing or modifying the booking shall be deemed to have accepted these booking conditions.DATA PROTECTION In order to process your booking, Brendan will need to use personal information for you and other passengers included in your booking. This personal information may include each passenger’s name, address, phone number, email address, passport number, credit/debit card number and sensitive information such as health, medical, dietary, mobility, religious or other special requirements. This personal information may be passed on to other suppliers of your travel arrangements in addition to public authorities (such as customs and immigration), security and credit checking organizations, and otherwise as required by law. Similarly, we may also need to provide personal information to contractors who provide services to or for us (e.g., sending mail, processing payments, providing marketing assistance). This may involve sending personal information (including sensitive information) to other countries that may not afford the same level of protection for personal information. We may also use the personal information you provide us to review and improve the vacation packages and services that we offer, and to contact you (by post, email and/or telephone) about other vaca-tion packages and services offered by Brendan that you may be interested in. If you don’t want to receive this information, or if you want a copy of the personal information we hold about you, write to us at: BRENDAN VACATIONS, 17323 Ventura Blvd., Suite 200, Los Angeles, CA 91316. Brendan may charge a fee for supplying you with this information as permitted by law.EFFECTIVE DATES January 1 through December 31, 2013.

Terms and conditions are subject to change. Please refer to www.BrendanVacations.com/termsandconditions for updated policies.

CST#2084503-20 Registration as a seller of travel does not consti-tute approval by the State of California. We are a participant in the State of California’s Travel Consumer Restitution Fund. Passengers who purchase from within California: This transac-tion is covered by the California Travel Consumer Restitution Fund (TCRF) if the passenger is located in California at the time of payment. Eligible passengers may file a claim with TCRF if the passenger is owed a refund of more than $50 for transportation or travel services which the seller of travel failed to forward to a proper provider or such money was not refunded to you when required. The maximum amount which may be paid by the TCRF to any one passenger is the total amount paid on behalf of the passenger to the seller of travel, not to exceed $15,000. A claim must be submitted to the TCRF within 12 months after the scheduled completion date of the travel. A claim must include sufficient documentation to prove your claim and a $35 processing fee. Claimants must agree to waive their right to other civil remedies against a reg-istered participating seller of travel for matters arising out of a sale for which you file a TCRF claim. You may request a claim form by writing to: Travel Consumer Restitution Corporation, P.O. Box 6001, Larkspur, CA 94977-6001; or by faxing a request to: (415) 256-9756.Passengers purchasing from outside of Cali-fornia: This transaction is not covered by the California Travel Consumer Restitution Fund. This business is a participant in the United States Tour Operators Association’s (USTOA) Consumer Travel Protection Plan. You may make a claim to this Plan if you are owed a refund. The Plan covers losses for transportation or travel services that were not delivered or not refunded when required. A passenger may make a claim against the Plan within 12 months from when the passenger learns of the loss. USTOA’s total liability for all possible consumer claims from this seller of travel’s customers is limited to $1,000,000. To obtain information on how to make a claim against the plan, the passenger should contact USTOA at 345 Seventh Avenue, Suite 1801, New York, New York 10001, or by email to [email protected] or by visiting their website at www.USTOA.com. The maximum amount of any claim you, the passenger, can make against the plan is the total amount you have paid to date for this trip.

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