European Highlights (12  Nights)

Code: SA734
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Switzerland - Mt TitlisParis - Eiffel TowerAmsterdam - CanalItaly - Colosseum
Europe has always been at the top of a world traveller’s list. It has history, culture, art, glamour, beauty and thrills, each city steeped in beauty that is inimitable and unique! To travel to the most famous places in Europe, to be able to gather all the jewels it has to offer, to experience the brilliance of its amazing countries in a single vacation, an experience that you will cherish for the rest of your life!
Inclusions
  • Cost of your Round trip Economy class Airfare valid for the duration of the Tour
  • Airport taxes as per the routing of the Tour
  • 2 nights accommodation in Netherlands
    (Van der Valk Hotel Haarlem / NH Naarden / NH Zandvoort / Park Inn by Radisson Amsterdam Airport Schiphol / Similar*)
  • Amsterdam Orientation tour with Canal Cruise
  • Brussels Orientation tour
  • 2 nights accommodation in Paris
    (BEST WESTERN / Holiday Inn Express Paris - CDG Airport / Hotel Novotel Noisy le Grand / ibis Styles Paris Bercy / OnlySuites / Similar*)
  • Guided Paris City Tour
  • Eiffel Tower 2nd Level / Montparnasse
  • Seine River Cruise
  • 4 nights accommodation in Switzerland
    (Holiday Inn Express Luzern - Kriens / Hotel Allegra / Crowne Plaza Zurich / Mövenpick Hotel Zürich Regensdorf / Hotel Arte - Olten / Similar*)
  • Zurich Orientation tour
  • 1 night accommodation in Venice / Padova
    (Crowne Plaza / Park Hotel Villa Fiorita / Best Western Airvenice / Russott Hotel / Four Points by Sheraton Padova / Hotel NH Padova / Similar*)
  • Venice Island tour
  • 2 nights accommodation in Rome
    (Hotel Mercure Roma West / Best Western Hotel Roma Tor Vergata / Hotel ibis Styles Roma Vintage / Hotel Novotel Roma Est / Hotel NH / Similar*)
  • Guided Rome City tour + Vatican tour
  • Excursion to Pisa
  • 1 night accommodation in Florence / Pisa
    (The Gate Hotel / West Florence Hotel / Charme Hotel / Tower Inn Pisa Valdera / Hotel Galilei / Similar*)
  • Milan Orientation tour
  • Cost of the Visa
  • Services of Tour Manager or Local Representatives
  • Meals (Breakfast & Dinner), Coach Tours, Transfers, Entrance fees, Sightseeing and Surface Transportation as mentioned in the Itinerary
  • All Tours & Transfers on Seat In Coach (shared) Basis
  • All Hotel & Airlines taxes
  • Tip
Exclusions
  • Any increase in the Air fare, Fuel surcharge and Taxes charged by the Airlines on your Air Ticket
  • Any increase in the Rate of Exchange leading to an increase in all Land Arrangement which may come into effect prior to Departure
  • Cost of extension of the Validity or Deviation from route of your Air Ticket
  • Cost of the Additional Suggested Excursions
  • Porterage, Laundry, Wines, Mineral water, Telephone charges, All items of personal nature and also Food & Drinks not forming part of the Group Menus
  • Cost of Overseas Travel Insurance policy (Insurance if required will be quoted based on Age of traveller & the period of Stay)
  • Any Service not mentioned in Inclusions
  • Surcharge (if Any)
Package Options:
Day 1: Welcome to Amsterdam

Welcome to Amsterdam- the Netherlands’ capital. It is one of the greatest small cities in the world. From canals to world-famous museums and historical sights, it is one of the most romantic & beautiful cities in Europe. On arrival, you will be met with our local representative at the airport, outside the customs area. After your pick up from the airport, you will proceed to a carefully chosen Indian restaurant for dinner. After the dinner, you will check in to the hotel.

Overnight stay at the hotel in Amsterdam. (Dinner)

 

Day 2: Orientation tour with Canal Cruise

After a delightful breakfast, we will proceed for touring this happy & carefree city, where Windmills still wield their magic. Visit Zaanse Schans- a working museum with a collection of well preserved historic windmills, characteristic green wooden houses, museums and traditional Dutch crafts and shops. Later, visit a wooden shoe factory and see how clogs are made. Also see the making of the famous Dutch cheese on your visit to a cheese farm. Also we will get acquainted with this city of canals through a canal cruise. Next, visit the heart of this great city- Dam Square. See the Royal Palace, Nieuwe Kerk and the War Memorial. Later we will return to the hotel after having Dinner at Indian Restaurant.

Overnight stay at the hotel in Amsterdam. (Breakfast + Dinner)

 

Day 3: Amsterdam to Paris (via Brussels)

After a hearty continental breakfast, we will check out from our hotel and drive to Paris. En route enjoy Brussels Orientation tour. See the adorable Manneken Pis Statue, which is a charming fountain of a naked little boy urinating into a fountain's basin. Also visit the beautiful Grand Place, Town Hall, City Museum & St Michael Cathedral. After the tour we continue our drive to the most romantic city in the world- Paris! On Arrival, we will have dinner in a brilliant Indian restaurant before checking into our hotel.

Overnight stay at the hotel in Paris. (Breakfast + Dinner)

 

Day 4 Sightseeing tour & Optional Lido Show

Sightseeing tour includes- City tour of Paris + Seine River Cruise + Tour of Eiffel Tower
After a sumptuous breakfast at the hotel, we will proceed to visit the most famous landmark of Paris - the magnificent Eiffel Tower. We will get a bird’s eye view of the beautiful Paris from an impressive height of 377 feet, from the second level of Eiffel Tower. After this, we will go for a magical river cruise of the Seine River. After this invigorating cruise, we will begin our city tour of this historic city, exploring Paris and all its iconic and glorious sights! We will visit Champs Elysees, one of the most famous and glamorous boulevards in the whole world, with iconic stores and impossibly beautiful cafes lining the street. We will visit the wonderful opera, the gorgeous Town Hall and the National Assembly, we will see the famous Louvre museum (from the outside) and the Arc De Triomphe.

After a lavish dinner, we will proceed back to the hotel, or you can choose to watch the Lido show- one of the most famous and long running shows in Paris (at an extra cost). With exotic, glamorous dancers, beautiful setting, foot tapping music, scintillating costumes and a beautifully racy atmosphere, this promises to be the quintessential night out in the most dazzling city in the world! You will be taken to the hotel after the show.

Overnight stay at the hotel in Paris. (Breakfast + Dinner)

 

Day 5: Paris to Zurich (9 Hours drive)

After a hearty continental breakfast, we will check out from our hotel and proceed to Zurich in a coach. The scintillating beauty of the Swizz Alps, the pristine lakes, quaint farms with cows dotting the greenery and breathtaking scenery giving us company, this journey promises to be a soul stirring experience. We will have dinner in a brilliant Indian restaurant in Zurich before checking into our hotel.

Overnight stay at the hotel in Switzerland. (Breakfast + Dinner)

 

Day 6 Orientation tour & Remaining Day Free

After a brilliant breakfast, proceed for Zurich Orientation tour. Visit the busiest street of Zurich- Shopping Street & Boutiques. One of the largest of Swiss cities situated on the northern shore of the lake that bears the same name. Zurich retains much of its 19th century charm even today. After the tour return back to Hotel (by own).

OR

We would recommend for Excursion to Mount Titlis with Ice Flyer, the famous cable cars to reach the top of Mount Titlis, and the fantastic Lucerne City tour (at an extra cost). At 10,000 feet above the sea level, Mount Titlis is the highest peak in Central Switzerland, affording a view which is unmatched by any other peak nearby! We reach the peak by changing three cable cars (ice flyers), with breathtaking views of the majestic Swiss Alps sweeping past us. Once we get to the top, we will get some free time to relax, take in our beautiful surroundings, play with the snow, or relax at the café or visit the Ice Cave.

After spending a few hours in this magical area, in the afternoon, we will proceed to the picturesque Lucerne. We will get to know the city intimately with a city tour, which would take us to the Kapellbruck Bridge and the famous Lion monument. We will get some time here to shop for some famous Swiss memorabilia like Swiss chocolates, Swiss army knives and Swiss watches. Later in the evening, return to your hotel after having Dinner at Indian Restaurant.

Overnight stay at the hotel in Switzerland. (Breakfast + Dinner)

Note:-
Zurich Orientation tour will be provided only if Group stays at Zurich.
Dinner Credit of 10 Euro (per person) will be refunded, if passenger is choosing Day free & easy option.

 

Day 7: Day Free at Leisure OR Optional tour

Free Day for Exploration OR Optional Excursion to Mt Jungfraujoch with Tour of Interlaken City (at an extra cost)

After a sumptuous and hearty breakfast, you are free to spend the day as you deem fit. You can laze around in the bed, or just marinate in the beauty if arguably the most beautiful city in the world!

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We can immerse ourselves in the beauty of the Alps, and visit Jungfraujoch and the Interlaken (at an extra cost). We will drive through the exquisitely picturesque views to Grund/Lauterbrunnen, from where we will board a train to take us to Jungfraujoch. The train ride in itself is uniquely pleasing, as it takes us from twists and turns and tunnels and mountain passes in the great Alps, to the Jungfraujoch station, the highest altitude station in all of Europe at 11,333 feet. Get enchanted with the magic of the Alps at the Sphinx Terrace, see the stunning views from Jungfrau Peak, and watch the remarkable Aletsch Glacier. We will also visit the spectacular Ice Palace, where we can see incredible ice sculptures, while incased in ice ourselves! The whole experience of ice and snow on the plateau is unforgettable and quite surreal. We can send postcards to our friends and family from here, the highest altitude post office in all of Europe. You can enjoy a brilliant lunch at an Indian restaurant in Jungfraujoch on your own. We will return via the Interlaken City. You will have free time at your disposal here, to roam, shop for the famous Swiss chocolates, Swiss watches and other memorabilia, or simply explore the beautiful cafes here. From here, we will proceed to the hotel after having Dinner at Indian Restaurant.

Overnight stay at the hotel in Switzerland. (Breakfast + Dinner)

Note:-
Dinner Credit of 10 Euro (per person) will be refunded, if passenger is choosing Day free & easy option.

 

Day 8: Day Free at Leisure OR Optional tour

Optional Day trip: Visit Rhine Falls & Black Forest (at an Extra cost)

After a brilliant and hearty breakfast, you can explore the beauty of Switzerland at your own pace. You can get wowed by the breathtaking views of this paradise on earth, indulge in some shopping, delight in the culinary masterpieces of Switzerland, walk around to take in the stunning surroundings or ride in the public transport system. You are free to relax and enjoy the city on your own.

OR

We suggest you to opt for day trip to Visit Rhine Falls & Black Forest (at an Extra cost). Get ready to visit the hauntingly beautiful Black Forest in Germany. We will visit the Drubba village, the original makers of the famous cuckoo clocks. We can see how these are made, and get a chance to buy them as unique gifts or souvenirs. We will later drive to Rhine Water Falls, Europe’s most powerful water falls! The sheer force and the thundering beauty of these falls will make this a memorable experience. Later in the evening, drive back to Switzerland. Proceed to an Indian restaurant for a delightful dinner, after which we will return to our hotel.

Overnight stay at the hotel in Switzerland. (Breakfast + Dinner)

Note:-
Dinner Credit of 10 Euro (per person) will be refunded, if passenger is choosing Day free & easy option.

 

Day 9: Switzerland - Venice (6 Hours Drive)

After enjoying a scrumptious breakfast at the hotel, we will check out and leave for one of the most exotic, most popular destinations in Europe- Venice. With charming Gondola rides on the canals, the beautiful architecture, the myriad museums and the many islands dotting its shore, Venice is a delight like no other. On reaching this beautiful place, we will check in to our hotel, freshen up, and proceed for Venice Island tour. Steeped in history, this city has a lot to offer. We will see St Marks’ Square, Doge’s Palace, the prisons of Venice, the utterly romantic bridge of sighs, the clock tower, and the most church this city boasts of, St. Marks Basilica. We will dine at a lovingly selected Indian restaurant, after which we will drive back to our hotel.

Overnight stay at the hotel in Venice / Padova. (Breakfast + Dinner)

 

Day 10: Venice - Rome (About 8 Hours Drive)

After a pleasant breakfast at the hotel, we will check out and proceed to the beautiful, historic city of Rome. As the saying goes, Rome wasn’t built in a day, and the sights and sheer magnitude of the architecture tells us why! On arrival, we will proceed to have dinner at a carefully chosen Indian restaurant, before checking into our hotel.

Overnight stay at the hotel in Rome. (Breakfast + Dinner)

 

Day 11: Rome City tour & Vatican City tour

After a delightful breakfast at the hotel, we will visit the city of wonders with full of excitement. We will set out to tour this brilliant city, and the Vatican City, the seat of the Catholic Church, and home of the pope. Vatican also happens to be the smallest country, but with one of the richest art collection in the world! During the course of the day, we will get to see Piazza Venezia in the very heart of the city, Victor Emmanuel II monument, the hugely popular coliseum, St. Peter’s Basilica, and myriad other historic buildings. Also visit the Trevi Fountain, which is the largest Baroque fountain in the city and one of the most famous fountains in the world. Later we will dine at a lovingly selected Indian restaurant, after which we will return to the hotel.

Overnight stay at the hotel in Rome. (Breakfast + Dinner)

 

Day 12: Rome - Excursion to Pisa - Florence

Post breakfast at the hotel we will check out from the hotel. Later we will begin with a tour of “The Field of Miracles and Dreams” which happens to be one of the most famous places in the world. This whole square will charm your senses as its lush greenery hosts the leaning Tower of Pisa, the Camposanto, the Duomo and the Baptistery. The whole square is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Later continue your journey to Florence. On arrival, we will dine at a lovingly selected Indian restaurant, after which we will check in to the hotel.

Overnight stay at the hotel in Florence / Pisa. (Breakfast + Dinner)

 

Day 13: Florence - Milan (Departure)

Post breakfast at the hotel we will check out from the hotel & drive to Milan- Italy’s second biggest city and one of the world capitals of Design & Fashion. It is said that if Rome is heart of Italy, Milan is it’s head. Proceed for Orientation tour of this beautiful city. Enjoy the atmosphere and feed the pigeons at Piazza del Duomo while taking a look at the stunning splendor of Milan Cathedral- Italy’s largest gothic structure. Marvel at the stylish beauty of the Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II as you walk through it. Take a look at La Scala, Milan’s pride and one of Europe’s most prestigious Opera House and the statue of Leonardo da Vinci besides it.

After tour you will be dropped at airport. It is time to say goodbye to the beautiful, exciting Europe and the friends we have made, and go back home with the indelible memories we have created. With the memories, experiences and photographs of a lifetime, this Euro trip will draw to an end. We would love to hear your stories, and your feedback. Please write to us with anything you would want to share with us, as this keeps us motivated in our effort to provide beautiful holiday experiences to our guests. (Breakfast)

 

Tentative Itinerary

  • Above Itinerary is just indicative, do not consider it as a Final Schedule. It can be changed or swapped or rerouted.
  • Date & Time of Tours can be changed by Local Agent / Tour Operator.
  • Any Driving distance mentioned in the itinerary is tentative, actual time may vary depending on traffic condition and various other factors beyond our control.
  • This is a Group package & if you make any amendment, your services & price will differ from that of the existing package.
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    Package Options:
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    Flights from India

    • Delhi - Amsterdam

    • 2

    Flights for India

    • Milan - Delhi

    Package Options:
    Online Booking Procedure
    • To book online, you need to make payment as per the minimum booking amount specified in “Book Online” section of this package OR Rs. 10,000/- per person.
    • As soon as you make an online booking, you will receive a booking voucher in your email.
    • You will receive a call from our support staff about your booking status.
    • We will start the process at our end while you sit back at home and dream about your holiday.
    • The balance payment would be collected as per the case mentioned below:
    • If you are booking within 10 days of date of travel,
      • You will need to make payment of 100%  of the tour package cost/ tour components costs at time of booking process is undertaken.
      • Any amendment or cancelation made by traveler would be chargeable as per cancellation policy. 
    • If you are booking within 10 – 20 days of date of travel,
      • You will need to make payment of 75% of the tour package cost / tour components costs at the time of booking process is undertaken.
      • Any amendment or cancelation made by traveler would be chargeable as per cancellation policy.
      • Balance payment will be required to be paid at the time of confirmation of booking. 
    • If you are booking within more than 20 days of date of travel,
      • You will need to make payment of booking amount of Rs. 20,000/- per pax at the time of booking process is undertaken.
      • Any amendment or cancelation made by traveler would be chargeable as per cancellation policy.
      • Balance payment will be required to be paid at the time of confirmation of booking. 
    • If your booking is having tour components which needs guaranteed booking as per stipulated condition,
      • You will need to make payment of 100%  of the tour package cost/ tour components costs at time of booking process is undertaken..
      • No cancellation will be allowed once booking is made even if by some reason short payment has been made. The tourist will have to make entire payment whether he or she travels or not.
    • You will be kept informed at every step of the process like:
      • When your visa is successfully done.
      • Your hotel rooms are booked.
      • Your Flights are confirmed.
      • Any other inclusion in the package.
    • Once the entire package formalities are completed at our end, our representative will deliver the package to your door steps.

     

    Standard Booking Procedure (in case of Offline Bookings)

    • If you are booking within 10 days of date of travel,
      • You will need to make payment of 100%  of the tour package cost/ tour components costs at time of booking process is undertaken.
      • Any amendment or cancelation made by traveler would be chargeable as per cancellation policy. 
    • If you are booking within 10 – 20 days of date of travel,
      • You will need to make payment of 75% of the tour package cost / tour components costs at the time of booking process is undertaken.
      • Any amendment or cancelation made by traveler would be chargeable as per cancellation policy.
      • Balance payment will be required to be paid at the time of confirmation of booking. 
    • If you are booking within more than 20 days of date of travel,
      • You will need to make payment of booking amount of Rs. 20,000/- per pax at the time of booking process is undertaken.
      • Any amendment or cancelation made by traveler would be chargeable as per cancellation policy.
      • Balance payment will be required to be paid at the time of confirmation of booking. 
    • If your booking is having tour components which needs guaranteed booking as per stipulated condition,
      • You will need to make payment of 100%  of the tour package cost/ tour components costs at time of booking process is undertaken..
      • No cancellation will be allowed once booking is made even if by some reason short payment has been made. The tourist will have to make entire payment whether he or she travels or not.

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    Important Information

    • This package cost is based on national EUR rate at Rs. 78/-, the bench mark rate taken uniformally as EUR is too much volatile and can’t be changed in itinerary / handout frequently. This is the HDFC Bank TT Selling rate taken at which the Bank will be making remittance to vendors abroad through Telex Transfer for land-arrangements etc. Please don’t get confused with the Inter Bank rate or Currency buying / selling rates being quoted on Currency rate sites or Bank’s Currency trading site.
    • To avoid impact of future fluctuation you can get the package cost freezed by making 100% payment of package cost adjusted at the prevailing TT selling rate of HDFC Bank at time booking or within 5 days of it. There will be Rs. 500/- (pp) extra towards Remittance & Bank transaction charges payable as remittance will be sent separately for & on your behalf.
    • Else, if you choose to make payments as per Schedule of Payment given in itinerary - at time of full & final payment the TT selling rate prevailing at that time shall apply.

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    Terms & Conditions

    • If Visa get rejected for any Reason Minimum Rs. 25,000/- per person will be deducted towards processing from your amount before 30 days of Travel (Within 30 Days of Travel date Visa rejection Charges as per Cancellation Policy).
    • Need Visa Document within 07 days after Booking in such a way that visa is processed at our end 45 clear days prior to date of travel.
    • In case of unavailability in mentioned hotels, alternate accommodation will be arranged in a similar category hotel.
    • Due to operational reasons, the routing of this tour may be amended. However all mentioned services will remain unchanged.
    • As hotels / Flights / Itinerary / Route are subject to change without notice, no compensation will be paid for changes.
    • Tour operated subject to minimum 20 passengers.
    • You must be in possession of a valid Multiple Entry Schengen Visa. The cost of this Visa is included in your tour price. Some Consulates may request for a personal interview. You will have to attend this Interview.
    • The 3rd person sharing the room is provided with an additional mattress or a rollaway bed
    • As per EU hotel occupancy regulations, maximum 3 persons are allowed in one room
    • It is entirely your responsibility to arrange, provide and carry on tour valid travel documents including Passport, which is valid for a period of at least six months from the date of travel on the tour with necessary Visa/s and immigration clearance (if applicable), confirmed air tickets, documents confirming insurance to cover risk to life, limb and property for the duration of the tour, medical clearances, inoculation / vaccination certificates as the case may be to be able to travel as per the tour itinerary.
    • The Service Voucher(s) along with air-tickets and other travel documents would be given to you 4 days prior to the departure, only on payment of full tour cost including foreign exchange component 30 days prior to the departure of the tour and adherence to the schedule of documentation by you.
    • If the booking is accepted less than 30 days prior to departure, you shall make full payment of the tour cost including foreign exchange component and deposits at the time of booking.
    • It is entirely your responsibility to check the Service Voucher(s) / Tickets / Visas / Insurance Policies carefully and to let the Company know immediately in the event of any error.
    • Tour cancellation charge as per Below cancellation Policy.
    • All driving distance is Tentative / Depend on Traffic
    • Any increase in rate of exchange leading to an increase in surface transportation and land arrangements which may come into effect prior to departure. The tour price is subject to increase without notice if this rate changes substantially prior to departure.

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    Cancellation Policy

    • Cancellation Policy applicable for booking done as Guarantee Booking
      This is to inform you, prior to confirm your booking which need guarantee booking that our normal cancellation policy mentioned immediately hereunder will not be applicable for your booking.
      Cancellation Policy
      Cancellation charges per person will be applicable as following:
      • Booking Amount = Rs. 25,000/- person (Non Refundable)
      • If cancellation is made any time not less than 46 days prior to departure, Rs. 25,000/- shall be deducted.
      • If cancellation is made 45 to 15 days prior to departure, 40% of tour cost or Rs. 70,000/- (whichever is higher) shall be deducted.
      • If cancellation is made 14 to 08 days prior to departure, 75% of tour cost shall be deducted.
      • If cancellation is made anytime within 07 days prior to departure or In case passenger is no show at the time of departure, 100% of tour cost shall be deducted.
    • In addition to the above, in case of cancellation of tour by either party, the amount spent by the Company on visas, medical insurance, POE including administrative charges would be payable by the Client. If the total cancellation charges mentioned above exceed the amount paid by the Client, the balance amount would be payable by the Client.
    • In case of Third Party Products (EU Rail, Cruise, etc.) the rules relating to cancellation and the cancellation schedule prescribed by the concerned Third Party Service Provider would be applicable and in addition the Company shall have the right to claim service and communication charges.
    • Cancellation Policy due to VISA Rejection
      If Visa gets rejected for any reason, Cancellation charges will per person will be applicable as following:-
      • If Visa is rejected 70 days before date of travel, Rs. 12,000/- shall be deducted
      • If Visa is rejected 69 to 31 days before date of travel, Rs. 25,000/- shall be deducted
      • If Visa is rejected 30 to 15 days before date of travel, Rs. 70,000/- shall be deducted
      • If Visa is rejected 14 to 08 days before date of travel, 75% of package cost shall be deducted
      • If Visa is rejected anytime within 7 days before date of travel, 100% of package cost shall be deducted

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