Overview

Experience all the best of Eastern Europe on our 15-day Highlights of Eastern Europe tour. Go behind the former Iron Curtain and discover this fascinating and less traveled region of Europe. After arrival into Budapest, we visit the twin sides of Buda and Pest. Visit the Castle district and Matthias Church, then gaze over the Danube from Fisherman’s Bastion. We cross the Tatra Mountains toward our next wonderful destination Krakow. Krakow was the seat of Poland’s kings for centuries and your local guide will revel you with tales from the past on your walking tour. Head to Wawal Hill to visit the castle and cathedral.

We will spend some reflective moments in the city and concentration camp of Oswiecim, better known throughout the world by its German name, Auschwitz, the most infamous site of the Holocaust. Our next stop is the 14th century Monastery of Jasna Gora, famous for the Black Madonna, said to have been painted by St. Luke

In Warsaw, see the “wedding cake” Palace of Culture and the Chopin Memorial. Pay your respects at the Monument of the Ghetto Heroes.

From Warsaw head into Germany and see the Brandenburg Gate and drive along the Unter den Linden in former East Berlin. Also, see the Opera House and don’t miss the great shopping opportunities in Berlin.

Enjoy a city tour of Dresden on our way to Prague. Then visit 1000 year-old Prague Castle; explore the town square with its famous astronomical clock and enjoy some of Europe’s most lively nightlife. Continue on to the delightful Czech town of Cesky Krumlov and enjoy the wonders of small town Czech Republic.

The tour concludes in magical Vienna; visit the splendid grandeur of Schonbrunn Palace and take in some of the fantastic cafes this city is known for after seeing the sights along the “Ringstrasse’.

Stay in our selection of European First Class accommodations and enjoy 19 meals including Welcome Reception with snacks, 13 Buffet Breakfasts, 4 Three-Course Dinners with tea or coffee, 1 Dine-Around Dinner and 1 Farewell Dinner with wine.

To ensure a comfortable travel experience, our motor coaches are equipped with large panoramic windows, reclining seats, air-conditioning and restroom facilities.

Tour price is per person and is based on two people sharing a twin bedded room. Single rooms are available at a supplement or you can choose to participate in our room share program.

Note: this tour is operated by our sister company.

Your Tour Price Includes

VIP Door-to-Door Transfer Transfers you from your door step to select airports. Start your vacation in style with our outbound VIP Door-to-Door Town Car airport transfer service available on every tour from over 40 cities throughout the USA. Our service will collect your from you home and transfer you to your departure airport. We will arrange a pick-up time from your home that suits you, and your driver will meet you at your front door and assist with your bags before transporting you to the airport with ample time for check-in. VIP Door-to-Door Transfer	Loud & Clear This tour utilizes our personal audio system allowing you to roam and explore sites (within 60 feet) without missing any insight from your Tour Director or local guide. Loud & Clear
Transportation Luxury motorcoach with A/C, panoramic windows, reclining seats & emergency restroom. Airport arrival and departure transfers as noted in itinerary included with the purchase of combined air and land package. Transportation	Travel Documents Travel wallet, travel planner & map. $100 Frequent Traveler Discount upon return for a future tour. Travel Documents
Professional Tour Director Your tour will be conducted by the most experienced Tour Directors in the business and will be with you throughout the tour. They will take the worry out of foreign travel as they manage the intricate details of your tour, keeping you entertained with anecdotes and stories to make sure your vacation is educational, entertaining and fun! Professional Tour Director	First Class Hotels Hotels are an expensive element of any tour and certainly one of the most important. For our tours we reserve European Standard First Class Hotels (or best available) and all hotel rooms feature a private bathroom. You’ll enjoy our selection of hotels such as Radisson, Hilton and Sheraton. First Class Hotels
Local Expert Guides: Budapest, Krakow, Oswiecim, Warsaw, Berlin, Prague, Cesky Krumlov and Vienna Local Expert Guides in Budapest, Krakow, Oswiecim, Warsaw, Berlin, Prague, Cesky Krumlov and Vienna. Our Local Expert Guides are the cream of the crop. As native citizens of the cities they represent, they offer a fascinating insight into local history, customs and tradition while entertaining you with stories that only a local would know! Local Expert Guides: Budapest, Krakow, Oswiecim, Warsaw, Berlin, Prague, Cesky Krumlov and Vienna	19 Meals Welcome Reception with snacks, 13 Buffet Breakfasts, 4 Three-Course Dinners with tea or coffee, 1 Dine-Around Dinner and 1 Farewell Dinner with wine. For your dining convenience, we have included breakfast every day as well as many 3-course dinners. You’ll enjoy the chance to meet and dine with other tour members yet still have some mealtimes free to dine when and where you like. 19 Meals

Included Tour Highlights

Budapest City Tour Budapest sightseeing includes the Fishermans Bastion with visits to Matthias Church in Buda’s old Castle Hill District and Heroes’ Square in Pest. Budapest City Tour	Berlin city tour See Tiergarten, Reichstag and Brandenburg Gate in Berlin. Berlin city tour
Oravsky Hrad Castle See Oravsky Hrad Castle and some of Slovakia’s traditional wooden houses. Oravsky Hrad Castle	Dresden Walking Tour See Dresden’s reconstructed Frauenkirche Cathedral, Zwinger Palace and Opera House. Dresden Walking Tour
Visit Krakow Visit St. Mary’s Chruch in Krakow. Visit Wawal Cathedral, view Cloth Hall and the courtyard of Jagiellonian University. Visit Krakow	Visit St.Vitus Cathedral and the Astronomical Clock in Prague St. Vitus’s Cathedral is the largest and the most important church in Prague and is where the coronations of Czech kings and queens takes place. The remains of provincial patron saints, sovereigns, noblemen and archbishops are interred here. St. Vitus Cathedral lies in the third courtyard of the Prague castle (Hradcany) and is the religious heart of the whole country. Work on the cathedral began in 1344 when the Bohemian Bishopric was promoted to Archbishopric, but was finally finished in 1929. The first architect was the Frenchman Matthew of Arras. After his death, Swabian Peter Parler took over. His masons’ lodge continued to work on the building until the Hussite Wars. Finally completed by architects and artists of the 19th and 20th centuries. The main attraction of the cathedral is the Chapel of the main Czech patron saint ’good king’ Wenceslas. The magnificient chapel of St. Wenceslas also contains the Czech crown jewels. Visit St.Vitus Cathedral and the Astronomical Clock in Prague
Tour Auschwitz Tour the former Auschwitz concentration camp. The fortified walls, barbed wire, platforms, barracks, gallows, gas chambers and cremation ovens show the conditions within which the Nazi genocide took place in the former concentration and extermination camp of Auschwitz- Birkenau, the largest in the Third Reich. According to historical investigations, 1.5 million people were systematically starved, tortured and murdered in this camp, the symbol of humanity’s cruelty to its fellow human beings in the 20th century. Tour Auschwitz	Explore the medieval streets of Cesky Krumlov Join a local guide and visit the castle in Cesky Krumlov. Cesky Krumlov is the second best-preserved historical town in Bohemia after Prague and is designated as one of UNESCO’s World Monuments. Although it was seriously neglected under communism, it is currently being renovated. It was built in the protection of a curve of the Vltava River, which makes almost a complete circle. It was the official residence of the Rosenbergs for 300 years. Situated at the foot of the castle, Cesky Krumlov retains its ancient beauty despite past neglect. Explore the medieval streets of Cesky Krumlov
Tour of Warsaw Visit the Chopin Memorial, Ghetto memorial and reconstructed Old Town in Warsaw. After the Nazi invasion, some 400,000 Jews were rounded up and forced to stay in the Jewish ghetto. A three-metre-high (ten-foot) wall encircled the area, from the Palace of Culture and Science to the Umschlagplatz monument, corner of ulica Stawki and ulica Dzika. This stark monument, erected in the late 1980s, marks the place from where Jews were despatched by train to the Treblinka concentration camp, following the Ghetto Uprising of 19 April 1943. Tour of Warsaw	Visit the State Apartments of Schonbrunn Palace Visit the State Apartments of Schönbrunn Palace and view the Hofburg Imperial Residence, Opera House and Parliament and St. Charles Church. A legacy of the opulent Hapsburg dynasty, Schoenbrunn is one of the many Imperial palaces scattered around Vienna. A truly magnificent Baroque style Palace set amongst splendid gardens it has great historical importance. 45 of the 1441 rooms are open to the public for guided tours. The lavish Rocco interior was mainly the responsibility of Empress Maria Theresia and the highlights include the lavish state rooms, the living quarters and offices of Emperor Francis Joseph, the Hall of Mirrors where a six year old Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart gave his first royal concert and the Vieux Lacque Room where Napoleon met with his generals. A visit to Shoenbrunn is a magnificent way to learn the history of Austria. Visit the State Apartments of Schonbrunn Palace

Optional Excursions

Optional excursions can be purchased upon arrival.
The list below is a sampling of excursions that may be offered by your tour director.

Vienna - Dinner in a Country Mansion We see the famous Prater Amusement Park, then cross the Danube to arrive at one of the most famous restaurants in Austria. Former patrons include Napoleon, the Emperor Franz Joseph, Luciano Pavarotti, Liz Taylor and Arnold Schwarzenegger. In this historic country mansion we will enjoy a delicious dinner in one of the elegant dining rooms. Choose your main dish from various Austrian specialties and enjoy the live music and unlimited drinks. €60 Euro Vienna - Dinner in a Country Mansion	Warsaw - Vilanov Palace & Gardens A guided visit to the 17th century baroque summer residence of the Polish King John III Sobieski. Within the palace you will find a collection of royal furniture, portraits and china which forms part of the National Museum. An interesting and informative visit. €31 Euro Warsaw - Vilanov Palace & Gardens
Vienna - Hidden Treasures of Old Vienna Walking Tour Take a leisurely walk with our local history expert and discover hidden squares and tucked-away corners of the old city; see the Art Nouveau Anker Clock, and find out what a Viennese Inn was like in 1447. Learn about the Vienna Synagogue, and visit mysterious St. Rupert's church, considered by many the oldest in town. Last but not least, marvel at the Gothic vaults of St. Stephen's cathedral as our guide explains its importance to Austrian culture and history. €25 Euro Vienna - Hidden Treasures of Old Vienna Walking Tour	Warsaw - Chopin Concert The spirit of Warsaw and the music of Chopin go hand in hand. This exclusive private recital of his music will be performed for you by a celebrated Polish pianist in a concert venue located in the center of Warsaw. Champagne will be served during the intermission. €42 Euro Warsaw - Chopin Concert
Vienna - Gala Viennese Concert A wonderful concert of Viennese Classical music including some of the most famous works of Johann Strauss and Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, performed by highly acclaimed soloists and dancers. A glass of champagne is also included during this special evening. €48 Euro (or €95 Euro with dinner) Vienna - Gala Viennese Concert	Krakow - Salt Mines Excursion A visit to the 600 year old salt mines on the outskirts of Krakow, where we view an underground world of chambers filled with absolutely unique salt sculptures, sculpted from salt by the miners themselves (placed by UNESCO on the World Heritage list). €46 Euro Krakow - Salt Mines Excursion
Prague - Romantic Prague By Night Enjoy your introduction to Prague. Start with an evening river cruise through the old city with drinks included. We then explore the narrow medieval streets either by miniature motorized train or minibus. (Occasionally this excursion may be operated without the river cruise at €34). €46 Euro Prague - Romantic Prague By Night	Krakow - Polish Dinner with Folklore Show Enjoy a generous selection from the traditional Polish cuisine in a restaurant in the countryside. A local, beautifully dressed folk group and a live band will entertain you with songs and dances during your dinner. Drinks included. €51 Euro Krakow - Polish Dinner with Folklore Show
Prague - Jewish Prague This tour shows us an aspect of Prague's history that has had a significant impact on the city's development since the medieval era. We visit two of the many synagogues as well as Europe's oldest surviving Jewish cemetery, all in the heart of the old town. €31 Euro Prague - Jewish Prague	Budapest - Danube Cruise Dinner & Drinks The most leisurely way to discover this fairy-tale city is a guided cruise on the Danube. You will see Margaret Island, the Parliament Building, Castle Hill with the Fisherman’s Bastion, the Royal Palace, the Citadel and the University while enjoying a sumptuous buffet and fine Hungarian wine. €58 Euro Budapest - Danube Cruise Dinner & Drinks
Berlin - Berliner Dinner & Entertainment Enjoy traditional Berliner cuisine in a lively local restaurant with live music and unlimited drinks included. €47 Euro Berlin - Berliner Dinner & Entertainment	Budapest - Treasures of Budapest The Hungarian Parliament building is one of the largest and most ornate parliamentary buildings in the world. On a private guided tour of this Gothic-revival marvel we see the Hungarian crown jewels along with the Crown of St. Stephan. The next stop is recently restored St. Stephen’s Basilica dedicated to the patron saint of Hungary, with its imposing renaissance-inspired dome. Our tour concludes with a visit to the atmospheric Central Market Hall with time for strolling and shopping. €39 Euro Budapest - Treasures of Budapest
Berlin - Highlights of Former East Berlin We first make a visit to the Soviet War Memorial in Trepow Park. Afterwards, we continue to the East Side Gallery, the largest stretch of the former Berlin Wall. Finally we drive to Checkpoint Charlie and visit the museum documenting nearly 30 years of dramatic escape attempts across the 'Iron Curtain'. €33 Euro Berlin - Highlights of Former East Berlin

Itinerary

Dates & Prices

Depart Return	Land Only Price	Price includes savings of:	Request a Quote or Book Now
Fri 05/25/12 Fri 06/08/12	$3,679	$150	Call 1-877-622-9109 for price
Fri 06/01/12 Fri 06/15/12	$3,679	$150	Call 1-877-622-9109 for price
Fri 06/08/12 Fri 06/22/12	$3,679	$150	Call 1-877-622-9109 for price
Fri 06/15/12 Fri 06/29/12	$3,579	$250	Call 1-877-622-9109 for price
Fri 06/22/12 Fri 07/06/12	$3,679	$150	Call 1-877-622-9109 for price
Fri 07/06/12 Fri 07/20/12	$3,549	$250
Fri 07/13/12 Fri 07/27/12	$3,649	$150
Fri 07/20/12 Fri 08/03/12	$3,649	$150
Sun 07/22/12 Sun 08/05/12	$3,649	$150
Fri 08/03/12 Fri 08/17/12	$3,649	$150
Fri 08/10/12 Fri 08/24/12	$3,649	$150
Fri 08/17/12 Fri 08/31/12	$3,649	$150
Fri 08/24/12 Fri 09/07/12	$3,649	$150
Fri 08/31/12 Fri 09/14/12	$3,729	$150
Sun 09/02/12 Sun 09/16/12	$3,729	$150
Fri 09/07/12 Fri 09/21/12	$3,729	$150
Fri 09/14/12 Fri 09/28/12	$3,729	$150
Fri 09/21/12 Fri 10/05/12	$3,729	$150
Fri 09/28/12 Fri 10/12/12	$3,729	$150
Fri 10/05/12 Fri 10/19/12	$3,699	$150
Fri 10/12/12 Fri 10/26/12	$3,699	$150

Departure Details

Departures are available April through October 2012.

Seat Sale Discounts, if applicable, will be highlighted above. Some restrictions may apply please call for details.

Pricing Details

The prices above are for the land only portion of the tour and include the Early Booking Discount of $150 per person. In order to qualify for the discounts you must book and deposit by June 15, 2012.

Airfare is available at an additional cost from over 60 departure cities, call for an up-to-the-minute air quote from your hometown. When you book your Air & Land package together by you’ll save an additional $100 per couple!

Tour price is per person and is based on two people sharing a twin bedded room. Single rooms are available at a supplement or you can choose to participate in our room share program.

Single Room Supplement: from $1,205

At times we offer discounted departures where the price has been discounted to reflect savings. Discounted rates are valid for new bookings only and are not combinable with any other offers.

Please Note: This tour is operated by our sister company.

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Accomodations

Day	City	Hotel
2,3	Budapest	Sofitel Budapest Chain Bridge
	Sofitel Budapest Chain Bridge Sofitel Budapest Chain Bridge Széchenyi István tér 2 Budapest Hungary Visit Website Location: With a view of the famous Chain Bridge, this 5 star luxury hotel is conveniently located near the River Danube, Hungarian Parliament, Budapest Opera and Castle District in downtown Budapest. Hotel Amenities Laundry Service Sauna Pool Spa In-Room Amenities Location: With a view of the famous Chain Bridge, this 5 star luxury hotel is conveniently located near the River Danube, Hungarian Parliament, Budapest Opera and Castle District in downtown Budapest.
4,5	Krakow	Sheraton Krakow
	Sheraton Krakow First Class Sheraton Krakow 7 Powisle Street Krakow Poland Visit Website Location: The hotel is ideally located on the bank of the Wisla river near the famous Wawel Castle with stunning views to both. Just a 10 minute walk to the Market Square of the Old Town. Hotel Amenities Fitness Center Pool Laundry Service Sauna In-Room Amenities Location: The hotel is ideally located on the bank of the Wisla river near the famous Wawel Castle with stunning views to both. Just a 10 minute walk to the Market Square of the Old Town.
6,7	Warsaw	Radisson Blu Warsaw
	Radisson Blu Warsaw Radisson Blu Warsaw Grzybowska 24-00-132 Warsaw Poland Visit Website Location: Standing out amongst the luxury hotels in Warsaw, the Radisson Blu Centrum hotel is ideally located in city center. In-Room Amenities Location: Standing out amongst the luxury hotels in Warsaw, the Radisson Blu Centrum hotel is ideally located in city center.
8,9	Berlin	Marriott Berlin
	Marriott Berlin Marriott Berlin Inge-Beisheim-Platz 1 Berlin Germany Visit Website Location: Located right at the beautiful and cultural Gendarmenmarkt, in the historical centre of the city. Within walking distance of all major government buildings, ministries, embassies and association offices. Close to the hotel is the Brandenburg Gate, the Potsdamer Platz, the famous Unter-den-Linden Strasse and Alexander Platz. The U2 Underground train station is right in front of the hotel. Hotel Amenities Fitness Center Pool Laundry Service In-Room Amenities Location: Located right at the beautiful and cultural Gendarmenmarkt, in the historical centre of the city. Within walking distance of all major government buildings, ministries, embassies and association offices. Close to the hotel is the Brandenburg Gate, the Potsdamer Platz, the famous Unter-den-Linden Strasse and Alexander Platz. The U2 Underground train station is right in front of the hotel.
10,11	Prague	Hotel Palace Prague
	Hotel Palace Prague First Class Hotel Palace Prague Panská 12 Prague Czech Republic Visit Website Location: The luxury five star hotel is located directly in the historical city center of Prague. All the main historical sights are within walking distance. Hotel Amenities Massage In-Room Amenities Location: The luxury five star hotel is located directly in the historical city center of Prague. All the main historical sights are within walking distance.
12	Cesky Krumlov	The Old Inn Hotel
	The Old Inn Hotel The Old Inn Hotel Namesti Svornosti 12 Cesky Krumlov Czech Republic Visit Website Location: Four star hotel located the beautiful ancient town of Cesky Krumlov which belongs to the UNESCO World Cultural Heritage Fund. Unique atmosphere of the town nicely fits to the gorgeous location in the valley of the Vitava River. Hotel Amenities Bar - Lounge Restaurant(s) In-Room Amenities Location: Four star hotel located the beautiful ancient town of Cesky Krumlov which belongs to the UNESCO World Cultural Heritage Fund. Unique atmosphere of the town nicely fits to the gorgeous location in the valley of the Vitava River.
13,14	Vienna	Hilton Vienna Am Stadpark
	Hilton Vienna Am Stadpark First Class Hilton Vienna Am Stadpark Am Stadtpark 1 Vienna Austria Visit Website Location: Set in the heart of Vienna adjacent to the popular city park “Stadtpark,” St. Stephen’s Cathedral, the Vienna State Opera as well as shopping districts just a few minutes walk away. Hotel Amenities Bar - Lounge Massage Business Center Newsstand Cafe Pool Concierge Restaurant(s) Currency Exchange Safe Deposit Box Fitness Center Sauna Gift Shop Tennis Court Laundry Service In-Room Amenities Location: Set in the heart of Vienna adjacent to the popular city park “Stadtpark,” St. Stephen’s Cathedral, the Vienna State Opera as well as shopping districts just a few minutes walk away.

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After selecting your tour and departure date, simply call 1-800-552-5545 and a Travel Specialist will take your reservation over the phone. You can pay your $350.00 deposit by credit card, or alternately you can mail a check made payable to Grand European Tours to the following address: GRAND EUROPEAN TOURS 6000 Meadows Road, Suite 520 Lake Oswego, OR 97035 USA. Please make your reservations as early as possible since many of our tours are completely filled 4 to 6 months before departure.

Upon receiving the $350.00 deposit per person, you will be sent a confirmation. VISA, MASTERCARD, American Express and DISCOVER CARD may be used for this deposit amount, however, final payment is preferred by check or money order and is due in our Oregon office 60 days prior to the departure date. If reservations are made less than 60 days prior to departure, payment in full is required at the time of booking. If final payments are not received on time, Grand European Tours (2003) Inc. may cancel the reservation and invoke the cancellation fee. For Highlights of South Africa tour and all River Cruises final payment is due 90 days prior to departure.

Land prices printed in this catalog are per person based on double occupancy. The Operator reserves the right to adjust prices due to fluctuations in foreign exchange rates, imposed fuel surcharges, taxes, charges and levies imposed by any third party including government and its agencies. Should these change the price of your tour by more than 10% you may cancel without penalty within 7 days after we notify you of the increase.

If a cancellation in writing is received by Grand European Tours (2003) Inc. 30 days or less after your reservation has been made, your $350.00 deposit will be FULLY REFUNDED. *See Air Reservations section for specific change fee information for air reservations. For cancellations or changes thereafter but more than 61 days prior to departure there will be a $350.00 per person fee assessed. If you must withdraw or make a change 60 days or less prior to departure (90 days or less for River Cruises and Highlights of South Africa), the following fees will apply:

Less than 30 Days

Number of Days Prior to Departure	Cancellation/Change Land Tours – Per Person
31 - 60 Days	25% of tour cost
15 - 30 Days	50% of tour cost
Less than 15 Days	100% of tour cost
Number of Days Prior to Departure	Cancellation/Change River Cruises – Per Person
89 – 60 Days	35% of the cost
59 – 30 Days	50% of the cost
	100% of the cost

In addition, no refunds are made for unused portions of a tour or cruise including but not limited to missed meals or sightseeing, motorcoach travel and the non-use of hotel rooms.

Air Add-On prices listed in this catalog were effective on April 6, 2012 and their availability is limited. At the time you purchase your tour, air prices may be higher. Air Add-On prices shown include September 11th Security fee, government fees, taxes and airline fuel surcharges based on destination and routing. The total price at time of purchase may vary slightly due to fluctuations in currency exchange. For the most competitive and up to date pricing from your departure city call our toll free number at 1-800-552-5545. Quoted air reservation prices are inclusive of all taxes and fees and are subject to change before payment is made in full. Air transportation is in economy class by scheduled airlines. Business class is available upon request. Some tours are not available from all of the airports. Requests for specific airlines, non-stop or direct flights and/or seat assignments are accepted as preferences only and cannot be guaranteed. Frequent flyer programs are under the control of the respective airlines. Your airline tickets will be electronically issued in lieu of paper tickets. Please note that your airline tickets and other tour documentation must bear your FULL name as it appears on your passport. Please note that airline reservations can only be made for dates less than 331 days out.

The following charges apply for cancellations or changes to airline arrangements made by Grand European Tours: • Prior to Airline Ticketing: service fee of $50 per person • After Airline Ticketing: service fee of $75 per person plus any airline imposed penalties which may be up to 100% of the airline ticket value.

The Department of Transportation requires us to inform you of the following conditions. The package price is subject to change as a result of increases in fuel surcharges and/or government taxes until it has been paid in full. You must consent to the possibility that, until you pay for your package in full, your price could go up. Once you have paid in full we would only pass along increases in government taxes if applicable at that time. You have 7 days from receipt of the first invoice to revoke your consent and request a refund, at which time we would cancel your booking.

A valid U.S passport is required for traveling outside of the U.S.; including to Canada & Mexico. Passport application forms may be obtained from your local post office. All passports must contain at least 3 blank visa pages and must be valid for 6 months after the completion of your tour. Entry visa application forms will be sent prior to your departure for U.S. passport holders visiting the following countries: Russia ($218*), China ($193*), Brazil ($220*) and Vietnam & Cambodia ($283*). An entry fee is required upon arrival at the airport in Egypt ($15*), Turkey ($20*) and Zimbabwe ($30*), these countries prefer payment in U.S. dollars rather than local currency. A per person Departure Tax is required at Costa Rica ($26*) and Peru ($31*) paid at the airport. A onetime Reciprocity Tax is required upon entry at the airport in Buenos Aires, Argentina ($140*) and Santiago, Chile ($131*); the fee can be paid in local currency, US Dollars, credit card or traveler check; the tax is valid for multiple entries for 10 years or until your passport expires. Australia requires an electronic visa ($0*) which is obtained at the time of airline ticket purchase. *All visa costs and entry/exit requirements can change at any time. Please visit travel.state.gov for current information. Individuals who do not hold a U.S. passport should contact CIBT/ZVS at 1-866-788-1100 to see if visas are required.

Approximately 15 days prior to the departure date you will receive a travel information package that will include your airline itinerary, travel tips, hotel list, baggage tag, travel wallet, etc. Visas, when required, will be distributed as soon as they are issued by the countries involved. Please note that your airline tickets and other tour documentation must bear your FULL name as it appears on your passport.

These tours require a blend of adventuresome spirit, physical fitness, walking ability, mental alertness, and a capacity for accepting situations as they exist and not, necessarily, as we would find them in America. If you have health concerns, we suggest that you contact your physician to help determine the suitability of one of these tours for you. We regret that we are unable to accept requests for special diets or itinerary variations. Disabled travelers requiring special attention or treatment on any tour must be reported when reservations are made. A companion who is able to provide the required assistance must accompany any person who is unable to travel independently or who needs any type of assistance.

Due to limited motorcoach storage capacity, each tour member is permitted one large suitcase not to exceed 50 pounds in weight nor 30”x22”x10” in dimension on European tours. Handling of this bag by hotel porters is included in the tour price. In addition, each person is allowed one small piece of carry-on size luggage that does not exceed the dimensions of 12”x11”x6” and is the complete responsibility of the tour member and must be taken on the motorcoach with you. Carryons with telescopic handles and wheels will not fit in the overhead compartments and therefore cannot be accepted as carry-on luggage for safety reasons. Please note, North America, Mexico and Egypt tours have smaller baggage dimensions which are noted in your pre-tour documentation. Grand European Tours (2003) Inc. does not assume any responsibility for loss or damage to baggage or passengers’ belongings. Please note: It is your responsibility to verify the baggage weight restrictions for the individual airlines that you will be traveling on as in some instances baggage is restricted. Airline baggage charges collected at check-in are not included and are at passengers own expense.

The VIP Door-to-Door Transfer service is available for all customers departing from the 41 airports highlighted on page 12 and living within a 25 mile radius from point of departure to your chosen airport. It is an outbound service only. Maximum passengers in one car can not exceed four. For bookings with more than four people, further vehicles may be necessary and further supplementary charges will apply. For any journeys greater than 25 miles a supplementary cost for additional mileage will apply and will be advised within 48 hours of booking if necessary. Mileage is based on journey information from www.mapquest. com. Should you not use the VIP Door-to-Door Transfer we will deduct $50 per person from your tour price (this must be advised at time of booking). Cancellation of service or changes must be made 72 hours before scheduled pick-up.

If you wish to depart early or extend your stay in Europe, flight and hotel arrangements can be made by contacting our Oregon office. Airport transfers are not included but may be purchased through GET. On most tours you can reserve up to 3 additional nights at the hotel where your tour starts and ends, however space may be limited and is subject to availability. Please call for our low cost rates and availability. Luggage handling and breakfast is not included on North American tour extensions.

If you wish to make independent flight arrangements, you may still reserve the land portion of a tour. Hotel-airport transfers are subject to availability and flight details must be provided in writing at least 45 days prior to departure. See tour page for specific transfer times.

Complimentary airport arrival and departure transfers are included in the tour price when you purchase our land/air package and operate at Terms and Conditions 91  xed times on the  rst and last day of your tour. See the individual tour pages for details. For those making their own  ight arrangements or extending at GET hotels, transfers can be purchased; please call for details. London Heathrow Airport Arrivals: For tours commencing in London, we have included a free group shuttle to/from LHR for clients that have booked our combined land/air packages. For clients that have made their own  ight arrangements GET has negotiated special rates for shuttle transfers from LHR to your London hotel (which must be booked through GET) at a price of $40 per person per single trip to/from LHR. London Gatwick Airport Arrivals: Clients arriving at LGW who have booked our combined land/air packages are provided with a Gatwick Express train voucher to Victoria Station, and will need to make their own way from Victoria Station to the tour hotel. For clients that have made their own  ight arrangements we suggest you visit www.gatwickexpress. com for transfer information.

Please note that we do not permit smoking on our motorcoaches, however, frequent stops are made while touring.

Ground arrangements are provided by Grand European Operations Ltd., a separate company, and include inter-city travel by private motorcoach with air-conditioning and an emergency restroom*, ferry, train, and ship as per the itinerary. Activities on days indicated in the itinerary as being “at leisure or optional” are le– to your discretion. *Some exceptions apply.

During local or national holidays some museums, restaurants or sightseeing may be limited or not available. Alternatives will be offered wherever possible. At times, some itineraries may be operated in reverse; you will be advised at the time of booking. Nile River Cruises: due to the unreliability of domestic air scheduling, religious festivals and other unforeseen circumstances, the order of some itineraries may need to change at short notice; on occasion an alternative cruise boat of equal standing may be used.

šThe hotels reserved for our tours are rated as European Standard First Class. All hotel rooms provide a private bath (and/or shower) and toilet. š ese hotels are clean, comfortable and located so as to best facilitate guided sightseeing of the area. Hotels reserved for each tour are indicated in the Day-By-Day Itinerary. If, for any reason, it becomes necessary to use other hotels, they will be of a similar standard, where possible. We only contract non-smoking rooms. All accommodations, meals and services have been designated as  rst class in Russia, Eastern Europe and provincial areas though some tourism facilities are less developed than what might normally be expected in this category. Tours in North and South America use Standard First Class hotels.

A limited number of single rooms are available at the supplement shown for each tour. While single rooms provide privacy, they are o– en smaller than twin-bedded rooms. We do o˜ er the option to join our non-smoking Room Share Program (see page 13 for details). š e Room Share Program is not available on tours/cruises to Greece, Egypt, Mexico, Hawaii, Costa Rica, Peru, South America, South Africa, China, Select London & Paris, Select London, Paris & Rome, all European River Cruises and all pre or post tour extensions.

Triple room accommodations are available on a limited basis at a reduced price. Triple rooms usually consist of a twin-bedded room with an additional folding bed or cot for the third person. š ey may not be comfortable for three adults. Triple rooms are not available on cruises.

WR=Welcome Reception. Breakfasts are served as: B=Breakfast, BB=Bu˜ et Breakfast, CB=Continental Breakfast, SB=Scandinavian Bu˜ et Breakfast, FB=Full Breakfast. Lunches (L) and three-course table d’hote (set menu) dinners (D), (FD) farewell dinners and (BD) bu˜ et dinners are shown in the itinerary for each tour and are generally catered by the hotel in which you are residing. (HD)Highlight Dinner and (HL) Highlight Lunch will be catered at a local restaurant or special venue. (DA) Dine- Around dinners are catered at a selection of restaurants pre-selected by Grand European Tours. Please note in cases of early morning departures, FB may not be available. We are unable to accept requests for special menus to meet dietary or religious requirements.

Beverages and meals not detailed in the itinerary. Personal expenses including passport and visa fees, alcoholic beverages, optional sightseeing tours, laundry, phone calls, traditional end of the tour gratuity to your Tour Director and Motorcoach Driver, tips to local city guides, crew tips and all other items of a personal nature, airport tax, service & security charges and port taxes. (Subject to change.) Travel Insurance is also not included but is highly recommended.

Please read the Terms and Conditions carefully, as your deposit and payment for a trip constitutes consent to all conditions and general information contained in this brochure.

šThese trips are arranged by Grand European Operations Ltd. (“Operator”) in conjunction with Grand European Tours (2003) Inc. It has made the travel arrangements as agent for the transportation carriers and other suppliers of services connected with the tour (“suppliers”) all of which are independent contractors. š The Operator in no way owns or operates the vehicles or facilities to be used during the trip, and does not guarantee or assume responsibility for the acts and/or omissions of suppliers, their employees, agents, etc. 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 convention 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; the Berne Convention for rail travel; Athens Convention 1974 for carriage by sea; the Geneva Convention for carriage by road and the Paris Convention 1962 for Hotels. We are to be regarded as having all bene t of these conventions on limiting our liability in relation to any claim for death, injury, loss, damage and delay to passengers and luggage. Enrollment in and payment for a tour shall constitute agreement and acceptance by the passenger of the terms and conditions set forth in this brochure which cannot be varied except in writing by an officer of the Company.

All bookings are accepted subject to the conditions imposed by suppliers and Operator, including airline, cruise line, rail, coach, hotel, restaurants, insurance and other companies, firms or persons concerned with the trip, and the Operator will make no refund in the event of their delay, cancellation, overbooking, strike, force majeure or for elements of the package not used by customer. If there is a difference between the Operator’s Conditions and those published by a supplier, the conditions of supplier shall apply. š e Operator reserves the right to cancel a trip or change the itinerary whenever in its sole judgment conditions warrant, or if the Operator deems it necessary for your comfort, convenience or safety. Trips outside the USA require a valid passport. You are responsible for, and release the Operator from, passport, visa, vaccination requirements, and safety conditions in travel destinations. š e Operator strongly recommends you purchase appropriate cancellation/medical/baggage insurance for the trip, which is available from the Operator. For medical information, call the Center for Disease Control at 800- 232-4636 or visit www.cdc.gov/travel, and for U.S. State Department travel advisories, call 202-647- 5225. š e Operator reserves the right to decline to accept any person as a member of the tour, or to require any participant to withdraw from the trip at any time who presents a significant risk to the health or safety of himself or others which can not be eliminated or reduced to an acceptable level by the Operator’s reasonable accommodation. š e Operator reserves the right to correct an error in the advertised price prior to your departure. Prices in this brochure are accurate at the time of printing and are subject to change without notice due to changes in market factors including but not limited to foreign currency and supplier cost  fluctuations. Prices set forth in future brochures shall supersede the prices in this brochure. Airfare quotes, and Air Add-ons in this brochure are subject to airline capacity limitations and higher airfares may apply depending on seat availability at the time of reservation. A contract is made when your reservation and payment are accepted by the Operator at its office, and any dispute shall be governed by Oregon law and subject to the jurisdiction of Portland, Oregon. In calculating the cost of your trip, Operator has relied on your consent to these terms and in the absence of this release, the trip cost would have been higher. Operator reserves the right to substitute hotels of similar quality at any time or to make changes in itinerary of similar quality. Operator will not be responsible to any person for expense, loss of time, money or other circumstance resulting from a change in itinerary or change of tour arrangements. Operator also reserves the right to cancel a tour prior to departure, and in such cases all payments made to date will be refunded and shall constitute full settlement. If you purchase an airline ticket separately, ensure that your travel agent explains the conditions under which the ticket is issued, as the Operator assumes no responsibility for such airline ticket cancellation fees. Please understand that not all museums and attractions are open every day of the year. Operator reserves the right to vary the sequence of sightseeing and/ or to re-route the order of cities if that will enable you to visit all listed excursions. In either case, the itinerary content will be maintained to the extent possible and there are no refunds for any unused or unavailable excursions. Promotional offers subject to change. š is brochure supersedes any other current brochure on the market.

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