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EASTERNEUROPE

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2020

Featuring Poland ⁄ Czech Republic ⁄ Hungary

Germany ⁄ Austria ⁄ Estonia

Latvia ⁄ Lithuania ⁄ Slovak Republic

Romania ⁄ Bulgaria

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Starting from humble beginnings more than two decades ago, Beyond Travel has grown into a highly regarded, international tour operator renowned for our experience and expertise in Eastern Europe, Russia, The Balkans, Sri Lanka, India, Scandinavia, Croatia and Central Asia.

You’ll find our holidays to be richly rewarding – a treasure trove of wonderful experiences and unforgettable memories. They are carefully curated to provide a deeper, more meaningful experience of the countries and cultures that you will encounter.

Although we cater for different tastes and budgets all of our holidays share one thing in common – a commitment to make your holiday a truly relaxing and rewarding adventure that will stay with you for years to come.

We’re an Australian company whose philosophy is to tread lightly wherever we travel, and to have a positive and sustainable impact on the countries we are privileged to visit. This makes us welcome guests and greatly enriches the cultural connections we make along the way.

Every member of our team is passionate about providing expert advice on the unique destinations we travel to – on holidays that are beyond the ordinary.

We do hope you will join us soon.

Planning your holiday is an exciting time, full of anticipation and expectation. Welcome to Beyond Travel, and a selection of holidays that will fulfil your dreams.

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Escorted Tours 10-19

MOSCOW TO PRAGUE 18 days Moscow to Prague 10

TALLINN TO VIENNA 14 days Tallinn to Vienna 12

EASTERN EUROPEAN PANORAMA 13 days Vienna to Prague 13

EUROPEAN RHAPSODY 11 days Warsaw to Budapest 14

POLISH & BALTIC JEWELS 13 days Krakow to Tallinn 15

BALTIC IMPRESSIONS 10 days Tallinn to Tallinn 16

BALTIC CLASSICAL 8 days Vilnius to Tallinn 17

THE MAGIC OF POLAND 7 days Warsaw to Krakow 18

THE TREASURES OF POLAND 11 days Warsaw to Warsaw 19

Tailor-Made Tours For the independent traveller 20-27

THREE IMPERIAL CAPITALS 10 days Prague to Budapest 20

BOHEMIA TO BUDAPEST 11 days Prague to Budapest 21

CENTRAL EUROPEAN DISCOVERY 16 days Berlin to Budapest 22

BEST OF THE BALTICS & POLAND 15 days Tallinn to Krakow 23

VIA BALTICA 7 days Tallinn to Vilnius 24

TREASURES OF BULGARIA & ROMANIA 9 days Sofia to Bucharest 25

AUTHENTIC BULGARIA 8 days Sofia to Sofia 26

DISCOVER ROMANIA 7 days Bucharest to Bucharest 27

City Stay Packages Accommodation, sightseeing and transfers 28-42

PRAGUE, CZECH REPUBLIC 28

CESKY KRUMLOV, CZECH REPUBLIC 30

BRATISLAVA, SLOVAK REPUBLIC 30

BUDAPEST, HUNGARY 31

SALZBURG, AUSTRIA 32

VIENNA, AUSTRIA 33

SOFIA, BULGARIA 34

BUCHAREST, ROMANIA 35

WARSAW, POLAND 36

KRAKOW, POLAND 37

MUNICH, GERMANY 38

BERLIN, GERMANY 39

TALLINN, ESTONIA 40

RIGA, LATVIA 41

VILNIUS, LITHUANIA 42

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LOCAL KNOWLEDGEWith almost three decades of experience in this region we have extensive local knowledge that our team will be delighted to share with you. And, through our long-standing relationships in Eastern Europe you are assured of value, choice and reliability. You will be in good hands, travelling with local experts who speak English so you can be confident of your choice in choosing to travel with Beyond.

INFORMED ADVICEYou know you’re getting well informed advice when it comes from locally based teams. Passionate about their country, they value our guests very highly so you can expect the very best of service and attention. Our long standing local partners are chosen for their reliability, their professionalism and expertise.

A WIDER CHOICE AND CUSTOMISED ITINERARIES With Beyond Travel you will be spoilt for choice with a large range of holiday options. From panoramic tours of the area to more focused explorations of specific countries. Choose from premium escorted group tours, tailor-made holidays crafted for you to cruises, ferries, and car hire.

Plus we offer a large range of accommodation options from boutique to deluxe, from 5 star hotels to great value 3 star options for those on a budget, as well as convenient city stay packages at major gateways all featuring local sightseeing. Some of the city highlights on offer can take you behind the former iron curtain and experience three of what were Soviet capitals - Vilnius Lithuania, Riga Latvia or Tallinn in Estonia.

In addition, if you are a member of a group, organisation or club, we can arrange group bookings. Just call our friendly, experienced team. You’ll find our advice invaluable.

GUARANTEED DEPARTURESSeveral of the holidays in this brochure have guaranteed departures, which allows you to plan with peace of mind in the knowledge that you can safely confirm other arrangements around your holiday without risk of being disappointed.

WE LOOK AFTER YOUBeyond Travel are here to look after you from the moment you call our office to seek information or make a booking. On some holidays, our local experts will pick you up at the airport and arrange your transfers – all as detailed on each itinerary page.

YOUR HOLIDAY IS SECUREYou can travel with peace of mind knowing that your holiday is secure. Beyond Travel is a member of the Council of Australian Tour Operators (CATO) and also accredited with the AFTA Travel Accreditation Scheme (ATAS). (AFTA is the Australian Federation of Travel Agents).

REAL VALUEWe take pride in delivering outstanding value. This isn’t just about price; value is about what you actually get for your money. Even so, we have lots of great deals on offer. Check out our “HOT” deals online, subscribe to our newsletter for special offers and you can even ask us to price match if you find the same product cheaper elsewhere.

WE’RE GIVING SOMETHING BACKAs part of our philosophy “to give something back by enriching the lives of our people, our passengers and the wider community through travel”, Beyond Travel has committed to supporting the local Sri Lankan community which has been significantly affected by the downturn in tourism as a result of the 2019 Easter attacks. We will be supporting twenty local families, including farmers, drivers and local tourism staff with direct relief aid. You too, can give back by visiting this beautiful destination.

Beyond Travel also has a partnership with a Croatian travel and tourism operator, Katarina Line, and contributes 2 Euro to the Down Syndrome Association of Rijeka and Dubrovnik for every booking made through Beyond Travel on Katarina Line.

Additionally, Beyond Travel and its staff are involved in a host of volunteer work with a variety of organisations at home.

We are an award-winning Australian company and we have been sharing our passion for Eastern Europe with Australian and New Zealand guests for more than 25 years. During this time we have become the leading specialist to Eastern Europe and beyond.

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There’s so much choice, from pre and post tour hotel stays and city packages to additional tours, city packages throughout the region, small ship cruises, sightseeing, rail passes and more…

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Find all the latest deals online visit www.beyondtravel.com.auBonus Discover More Travel Vouchers apply to select 2020 escorted tours as outlined on the individual tour pages. The voucher amount varies by tour and is indicated on the tour page. The offer is valid on bookings deposited by 31 December 2019. The vouchers are valid for redemption against additional services featured in our brochures or on our websites until the end of 2020. Vouchers have no cash value, refunds are not available for unused amounts and vouchers are invalid should the tour they were issued with be cancelled. On request; you can transfer your voucher to family and friends. Vouchers are subject to availability to redeem against travel services featured in our brochures or on our websites. Further terms and conditions apply see page 43 or visit the websites, call or email us for full details.

“ We had a ball. The great organisation, terrific guides and interesting itinerary – they all made my job very easy and all went to plan. Your input in altering the standard itinerary certainly opened our eyes”. C. Huon

We are one of the leading tour and travel companies in Eastern Europe.

Whether you visit to a particular place, spend several days touring, visit a selection of countries or stay in a city for an event we can tailor an itinerary covering your guest’s needs and interests.

Accommodation choices offered are from budget to luxury. Whatever your dreams, whatever your group needs, call us today to discuss your requirements. We can assist with destination choices, forms of transport, special attractions and one-of-a-kind experiences.

We’d love to share our experience and expertise to make your group travel one to remember.

WE OFFER• Secure, extensive, first-hand knowledge of the regions

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• The highest level of customer service to meet clients’ needs

• Competitive rates and great value inclusions

• Complete flexibility to design tailor-made itineraries for Special Interest groups

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At Beyond Travel we have a wealth of experience, knowledge and passion for the region. Our friendly staff in our groups department has the skills to provide all the necessary arrangements to create bespoke travel experiences.

Can’t find what you need? We aim to please, let us know and we will do our best to assist you. You can also share your bonus by gifting it to family or friends.Terms and Conditions apply see the websites or page 43 for details.

Enjoy more European adventuresWhatever is on your wish list in Europe Beyond Travel can assist in making your dreams become reality.

Perhaps your wish list includes a trip to see the Northern Lights, a visit to Santa’s village in Lapland, a river cruise in Russia, railway journey across the continent to China, or a sun-drenched island holiday in Greece. From Turkey to the Arctic Circle we have Europe covered.

Our expert team can help you make your European adventure an immersive discovery. So why not extend your stay with one of the tours featured in these brochures. Download your copy from our website or call for a printed brochure.

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Small Group Journeys

Coastal Cruises

Escorted Tours

Tailor-Made Tours

City Stay Packages

2020

Featuring Slovenia & Greece

Croatia ⁄ Greece ⁄ Turkey ⁄ Slovenia

Montenegro ⁄ Albania ⁄ Macedonia ⁄ Serbia

Bosnia & Herzegovina


Discover unique destinations Small Group Journeys

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River Cruises

Legendary Rail Journeys

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City Stay Packages

2020


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RUSSIA SCANDINAVIA

Russia ⁄ Finland ⁄ Denmark ⁄ Norway ⁄ Sweden ⁄ Iceland

Belarus ⁄ Ukraine ⁄ Georgia ⁄ China ⁄ Mongolia ⁄ Central Asia


CRUISECROATIA

Deluxe CruisesFirst Class CruisesTraditional Cruises

Mini CruisesCruise-toursExtend your stay tours

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Small Ship Cruising Croatia ⁄ Bosnia & Herzegovina Montenegro ⁄ Slovenia ⁄ Italy ⁄ Greece


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MOSCOW TO PRAGUE 18 Days / Moscow to Prague

This is one of the most popular tours and it’s easy to see why. Join the entire premium 18 day adventure or the shorter option that finishes in Warsaw. Discover Moscow, take a high speed train to St. Petersburg where the sheer grandeur and history of this imperial city will impress. With 2 night stays you will have time to admire the Gothic Spires that dominate Riga’s cityscape, see the Chopin Memorial in Warsaw and discover Prague, which some say rivals Paris for beauty.

DAY 1 Moscow Your tour commences with an arrival airport transfer to your hotel. This evening, join your fellow travellers and Tour Manager at tonight’s welcome dinner. D

Marriott Grand Hotel (5 star)

DAY 2 Moscow Moscow is the symbolic heart and soul of Russia. Your sightseeing tour begins at Red Square, dominated by the red walls of the Kremlin and the colourful onion domes of St. Basil’s Cathedral. After a tour of the Kremlin grounds, visit the famous Armoury Museum, treasury of the Russian Czars, with its opulent collection of Faberge Eggs, royal thrones, crowns and carriages. Continue along the banks of the Moskva River passing the Novodevichy Convent, then ending your tour at the Arbat Street shopping district. B


DAY 3 Moscow / Sergiev Posad Depart Moscow for a sightseeing tour of 14th century Sergiev Posad, renowned as a centre of ancient Russian art and architecture. Within the old walled city admire the fairy-tale golden and blue domes of the beautiful Holy Trinity St. Sergius Lavra monastery. After lunch at a popular restaurant, return to Moscow, the rest of the day at leisure. This evening you may take an optional tour of Moscow’s famed Metro, which Stalin called “Palaces for the People.” BL


DAY 4 Moscow – St. Petersburg Enjoy a last morning in Moscow before your departure on the highspeed Sapsan train to St. Petersburg. BD

Ambassador Hotel (4 star) / Crown Plaza Ligovsky (4 star)

DAY 5 St. Petersburg Spread over 100 islands linked by over 600 bridges, imperial St. Petersburg is often referred to as the “Venice of the North.” Enjoy a guided city tour along the Nevsky Prospekt to see Palace Square

with the Winter Palace and the golden domes of St. Isaac’s Cathedral. You will also visit Peter and Paul Fortress, site of the first settlement of the city and the burial vault of the Romanov Dynasty. B


DAY 6 St. Petersburg Today, explore the world famous Hermitage Museum, housed in the Winter Palace, the former home of the Czars. One of the world’s oldest and largest museums, the Hermitage houses an immense collection of art including masterpieces by Leonardo da Vinci, Rafael, Rembrandt, Rubens and French Impressionists. BD


DAY 7 St. Petersburg – Tallinn Depart for Tallinn with a stop in Narva on the Estonian border. Continue to Tallinn, Estonia’s capital, situated on the southern coast of the Gulf of Finland. BD

Park Inn by Radisson Meriton (4 star)

DAY 8 Tallinn – Riga Tallinn boasts the best preserved medieval town in Northern Europe. Your walking tour of this charming city with its distinctive architecture takes in Toompea Castle, Alexander Nevsky Cathedral and 14th century Gothic Town Hall. In the afternoon, depart for Riga, capital of Latvia. BD

Radisson Blu Latvija Hotel (4 star)

DAY 9 Riga Riga, founded in 1201, is often referred to as the “Paris of the Baltics”. Your morning sightseeing tour of the Old Town includes Riga Castle, home of the Latvian president, Dome Cathedral with its world famous organ, Powder Tower and the district of Art Nouveau houses. B


DAY 10 Riga – Vilnius Depart on a scenic journey through the Baltic countryside to Vilnius. On arrival, your afternoon and evening is at leisure. BD

Hotel Novotel Vilnius Centre (4 star)

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Escorted by a professional English-speaking Tour Manager

4 and 5 star hotel accommodation

17 breakfasts, 2 lunches and 9 dinners

Guided tours: Moscow, St. Petersburg, Tallinn, Riga, Vilnius, Warsaw, Krakow and Prague

Visit: Czestochowa and Auschwitz-Birkenau

Entrance fees

Wireless “whisper” headset technology used for touring

Transportation by air-conditioned vehicle

2nd class rail: Moscow – St. Petersburg

Arrival and departure airport transfers (first and last day only)

Highlights

Discover Moscow, the nation’s capital with the Kremlin as its historic core

Admire the fairy-tale golden domes of the monastery in Sergiev Posad

Take a high speed train from Moscow to St. Petersburg

Visit Auschwitz-Birkenau, the notorious WW II concentration camp

Wander the beautifully-preserved medieval city of Tallinn

Riga’s historic city is a UNESCO World Heritage Site – explore on a guided walking tour

700-year old Warsaw will delight

Explore Prague, City of a Hundred Spires and one of the most beautiful cities in the world

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DAY 11 Vilnius Today enjoy a panoramic walking tour of Vilnius, one of Europe’s most charming Old Towns with its maze of baroque-inspired architecture and cobblestone streets. Visit the Old Town to see such sights as St. Stanislav’s Cathedral, Gediminas Tower, the baroque Peter and Paul Church and ruins of Vilnius Castle. B


DAY 12 Vilnius – Warsaw Depart the former Soviet Union through the picturesque countryside of Lithuania and northern Poland to Warsaw. BLD

Hotel Mercure Grand (4 star)

DAY 13 Warsaw On a morning tour of Warsaw, a city with over 700 years of history, you will drive along the Royal Route from Castle Square to Lazienki Park and Palace, the summer residence of Poland’s last king. Continue with a walk through the Old Town to see Market Square and St. John’s Cathedral. B


DAY 14 Warsaw – Krakow Travel to Czestochowa, to visit the Yasna Gora Monastery with its famous portrait of the Black Madonna. In the afternoon you will tour Auschwitz-Birkenau, the notorious World War II concentration camps and now a sombre memorial to the Holocaust. Continue to Krakow. BD

Mercure Old Town (4 star)

NOTE: 14 Day Moscow to Warsaw tour ends this morning after breakfast with a departure airport transfer for your onward journey.

DAY 15 Krakow Your sightseeing tour of the culture-packed city of Krakow will start at Wawel Hill to see the Royal Castle and Cathedral. Walk through the magical Old Town and visit the Main Market Square, the largest medieval square in Europe. B


DAY 16 Krakow – Prague Drive through Poland, Slovakia and finally into the Czech Republic. Today’s destination is Prague, with its baroque churches, promenades, parks and medieval Old Town. BD

Angelo Hotel by Vienna House (4 star) / Andels by Vienna House (4 star)

DAY 17 Prague Your city tour of Prague starts with a drive to Wenceslas Square and then across the Vltava River for a guided tour of Prague’s Hradcany district which overlooks the river and city beyond. Hradcany is Prague’s main attraction and here you will visit St. Vitus Cathedral, the resting place of Czech kings, and the Royal Castle of Hradcany which dominates Prague’s beautiful skyline. Continue with a walk to see St. George’s Basilica, the Golden Lane and Daliborka Tower. B


DAY 18 Prague Your tour concludes with a departure airport transfer for your onward journey. B

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Extend your stay Beyond Travel has a range of City Spotlights and accommodation options in Tallinn (see page 40) and Vienna (see page 33).

TALLINN TO VIENNA14 Days / Tallinn to Vienna

DAY 1 Tallinn Commence your tour with an arrival transfer to your hotel. This evening, join your fellow travellers and guide at a welcome dinner. D

Hotel Park Inn Radisson Meriton (4 star)

DAY 2 Tallinn – Riga Tallinn boasts the best preserved medieval town in Northern Europe. Your walking tour of this charming city with its distinctive architecture takes in Toompea Castle, Alexander Nevsky Cathedral and 14th century Gothic Town Hall. In the afternoon, depart for Riga, capital of Latvia. BD


DAY 3 Riga Riga, founded in 1201, is often referred to as the “Paris of the Baltics.” Your morning sightseeing tour of the Old Town includes Riga Castle, home of the Latvian president, Dome Cathedral with its world famous organ, Powder Tower and the district of Art Nouveau houses. B


DAY 4 Riga – Vilnius Depart on a scenic journey through the Baltic countryside to Vilnius. On arrival, your afternoon and evening is at leisure. BD


DAY 5 Vilnius Today enjoy a panoramic walking tour of Vilnius, one of Europe’s most charming Old Towns with its maze of baroque-inspired architecture and cobblestone streets. Visit the Old Town to see St. Stanislav’s Cathedral, Gediminas Tower, and ruins of Vilnius Castle. B


DAY 6 Vilnius – Warsaw Depart the former Soviet Union through the picturesque countryside of Lithuania and northern Poland to Warsaw. BLD


DAY 7 Warsaw On a morning tour of Warsaw, drive along the Royal Route from Castle Square to Lazienki Park and Palace, the summer residence of Poland’s last king. Walk through the Old Town to Market Square and St. John’s Cathedral. B


DAY 8 Warsaw – Krakow Travel to Czestochowa, to visit the Yasna Gora Monastery with its famous portrait of the Black Madonna. In the afternoon you will tour Auschwitz-Birkenau. Continue to Krakow. BD


DAY 9 Krakow Your sightseeing tour of the culture-packed city of Krakow will start at Wawel Hill to see the Royal Castle and Cathedral. Walk through the magical Old Town and visit the Main Market Square, the largest medieval square in Europe with its Cloth Hall. B



Angelo Hotel by Vienna House (4 star)

DAY 11 Prague Your city tour of Prague starts with a drive to Wenceslas Square and then across the Vltava River for a guided

tour of Prague’s Hradcany district. Hradcany is Prague’s main attraction and here you will visit St. Vitus Cathedral, the resting place of Czech kings, and the Royal Castle of Hradcany which dominates Prague’s skyline. Continue with a walk and an afternoon at leisure. B

Angelo Hotel by Vienna House (4 star)

DAY 12 Prague – Vienna Travel south to Vienna, the ‘city of waltzes,’ where, after check-in to your hotel, the afternoon is free to explore. B

Hilton Vienna am Stadtpark (5 star)

NOTE: 12 Day Tallinn to Prague tour ends this morning after breakfast.

DAY 13 Vienna Your sightseeing tour features the Hofburg Palace, once the seat of the Hapsburg Empire, Belvedere Palace, St. Stephen’s Cathedral and the Prater Amusement Park. After an afternoon at leisure. BD


DAY 14 Vienna Your tour concludes with a departure airport transfer for your onward journey. B

Highlights

Begin in Tallinn, one of the best preserved medieval towns in Europe

Explore Riga, known as the ‘Paris of the Baltics’

Learn about the fascinating history of Warsaw in Poland

Spend two nights in Vienna, the city of waltz

Wander the largest medieval square in Europe in Krakow




13 breakfasts, 1 lunch and 7 dinners

Guided tours: Tallinn, Riga, Vilnius, Warsaw, Krakow, Prague and Vienna

Entrance fees


Transportation by air-conditioned coach

Arrival and departure transfers (first and last day only)

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12 days Tallinn – Prague from $5,470 from $2,470



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EASTERN EUROPEAN PANORAMA13 Days / Vienna to Prague

DAY 1 ViennaBegin with a transfer to your hotel. This evening, meet your Tour Manager and fellow travellers at a welcome dinner. D

Imperial Riding School Renaissance (4 star)

DAY 2 Vienna Join a guided tour and visit the Hofburg and Belvedere Palaces, Prater Amusement Park, St. Stephen’s Cathedral and other reminders of the city’s imperial past. B

Imperial Riding School Renaissance (4 star)

DAY 3 Vienna – Budapest Journey across the border to Hungary and through the Transdanubian region to Budapest. BD

Radisson Blue Beke (4 star)

DAY 4 Budapest On a guided tour, learn how this city came to be, the joining of Obuda with Buda and Pest to form united Budapest. You’ll see the Royal Palace, The Parliament, Fisherman’s Bastion, Gellert Hill with its Citadel among other attractions. Enjoy the rest of the day at leisure. B

Radisson Blue Beke (4 star)

DAY 5 Budapest – Krakow The road to Krakow winds through the open Danube Valley to the lovely hills and countryside of Slovakia. After passing the picturesque Tatras Mountains, you cross into the great plains of Poland. After a full day’s scenic drive, arrive in Krakow and enjoy a relaxing dinner with your fellow travellers. BD

Holiday Inn City Center (5 star)

DAY 6 Krakow Today, a guided tour will take you to Wawel Hill, the Royal Castle and Royal Cathedral. Then wander the Old Town and see the Main Market Square and Renaissance Cloth Hill. Afternoon is at leisure to discover more. B

Holiday Inn City Center (5 star)

DAY 7 Krakow – Warsaw Take a guided tour of Auschwitz-Birkenau, notorious concentration camp during WWII. On the way to Warsaw, visit Yasna Gora Monastery which houses the “Black Madonna”. BD


DAY 8 Warsaw Join a guided tour of the 700 year old capital of Poland and see sights such as Castle Square, Lazienki Palace, the Palace of Science and Culture, Old Market Square, St. John’s Cathedral among many other fascinations. B


DAY 9 Warsaw – Poznan – Berlin Today you depart Warsaw and continue to the German capital, Berlin. En route, stop in the lovely Polish city of Poznan for a short tour, then travel through the fertile, central plains into Germany. In the late afternoon, you arrive in the reunified, captivating city of Berlin for an evening dinner and overnight. BD

Hotel ABBA (4 star)

DAY 10 Berlin This morning’s guided tour features views of the impressive Reichstag and Schloss Charlottenburg. Travel through the city and see sights such as the Opera, Schiller Theater and the Kaiser Wilhelm Museum. B

Hotel ABBA (4 star)

DAY 11 Berlin – Dresden – Prague Travel to Dresden, a beautiful Saxony Baroque city, for your orientation tour. View the Zwinger Palace, the newly re-built Frauenkirche and Semperoper House, as well as the popular “Gruenes Gewolbe” (Green Vault) and afterwards continue to Prague, the beautiful Czech capital. BD

Mamaison Riverside Prague (4 star)

DAY 12 Prague Built over 1000 years ago, Prague is a wonder of beautiful architecture, bridges, nature and culture. On a guided tour, drive past Wenceslas and Castle Squares before a walk through the town visiting sights such as the Royal Castle of Hradcany and St. George’s Basilica. Then, wander through the old quarter and view the Jewish Ghetto and the famous Astronomical Clock. Enjoy the rest of the day at leisure. B

Mamaison Riverside Prague (4 star)

DAY 13 Prague Your tour concludes with a departure transfer for your onward journey. B

Highlights

Gain a real sense for each city with 2 night stays

Explore Vienna’s Baroque, imperial architecture

Visit Budapest on the banks of the mighty River Danube

See Wawel Hill in Krakow with its nationally symbolic buildings

Experience Berlin, a city with a vibrant culture and world-class museums

Delight your taste buds with the traditional food in the Czech Republic




12 breakfasts and 6 dinners

Guided tours: Vienna, Budapest, Krakow, Warsaw, Berlin and Prague

Entrance fees




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Extend your stay Beyond Travel has a range of City Spotlights and accommodation options in Vienna (see page 33) and Prague (see pages 28/29).

EUROPEAN RHAPSODY11 Days / Warsaw to Budapest

DAY 1 Warsaw Your tour commences with an arrival airport transfer to your hotel. This evening, join your fellow travellers and Tour Manager at tonight’s welcome dinner. D


DAY 2 Warsaw On a morning tour of Warsaw, a city with over 700 years of history, you will drive along the Royal Route from Castle Square to Lazienki Park and Palace, the summer residence of Poland’s last king. Continue with a walk through the Old Town to see Market Square and St. John’s Cathedral. B


DAY 3 Warsaw – Krakow Travel to Czestochowa, to visit the Yasna Gora Monastery with its famous portrait of the Black Madonna. In the afternoon you will tour Auschwitz-Birkenau, the notorious World War II concentration camps and now a sombre memorial to the Holocaust. Continue to Krakow. BD


DAY 4 Krakow Your sightseeing tour of the culture-packed city of Krakow will start at Wawel Hill to see the Royal Castle and Cathedral. Walk through the magical Old Town and visit the Main Market Square, the largest medieval square in Europe. B




DAY 6 Prague Your city tour of Prague starts with a drive to Wenceslas Square and then across the Vltava River for a guided tour of Prague’s Hradcany district which overlooks the river and city beyond.

Hradcany is Prague’s main attraction and here you will visit St. Vitus Cathedral, the resting place of Czech kings, and the Royal Castle of Hradcany which dominates Prague’s beautiful skyline. Continue with a walk to see St. George’s Basilica, the Golden Lane and Daliborka Tower before an afternoon at leisure. B


DAY 7 Prague – Vienna Travel south to Vienna, the ‘City of Waltzes,’ where, after check in to your hotel, the afternoon is free to explore Austria’s majestic capital. B


DAY 8 Vienna Your sightseeing tour features the Hofburg Palace, once the seat of the Hapsburg Empire, Belvedere Palace,St. Stephen’s Cathedral and the Prater Amusement Park. After an afternoon at leisure, join your fellow travellers for a farewell dinner. BD


DAY 9 Vienna – Budapest Today your journey continues to Budapest, “Paris of the East”. After check in to your hotel, enjoy a free afternoon to explore the city or take a stroll along the city’s best known street Vaci Utca, try a delicious slice of apple strudel, sip some Hungarian wine or perhaps join one of the optional excursions available this afternoon. B

Museum Hotel (4 star)

DAY 10 BudapestOn a guided tour, learn how this city came to be, the joining of Obuda with Buda and Pest to form united Budapest. You’ll see the Royal Palace, The Parliament, Fisherman’s Bastion, Gellert Hill with its Citadel among other attractions. Tonight, enjoy a farewell dinner with entertainment in a typical Csarda restaurant. BD

Museum Hotel (4 star)

DAY 11 Budapest Your tour concludes with a departure airport transfer for your onward journey. B

Highlights

Discover Warsaw’s 700 years of history

See the famous portrait of the Black Madonna in Czestochowa

Visit Auschwitz-Birkenau, the notorious WWII concentration camp

Walk through the Old Town of Krakow

Witness the well-preserved architecture of Prague in the “Heart of Europe”

Discover Viennese charm, wonderful coffee houses and cosy wine taverns





Guided tours: Warsaw, Krakow, Prague, Vienna and Budapest

Visit: Czestochowa and Auschwitz-Birkenau

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POLISH & BALTIC JEWELS13 Days / Krakow to Tallinn

DAY 1 Krakow Your tour commences with an optional arrival transfer to your hotel. This evening, join your fellow travellers and guide at a welcome meeting. B

Novotel Krakow Centrum (4 star)

DAY 2 Krakow A morning tour of this once royal capital takes you to the charming Old Town to see St. Mary’s Church and the Cloth Hall before visiting Wawel Castle and its Cathedral. B

Novotel Krakow Centrum (4 star)

DAY 3 Krakow – Czestochowa – Warsaw Travel to Czestochowa, to visit the Yasna Gora Monastery and its famous Black Madonna. Reach Warsaw in the afternoon and check in to your hotel. B

Hotel Mercure Warsaw Centrum (4 star)

DAY 4 Warsaw Your morning sightseeing tour of Warsaw takes you along the Royal Route into the Old Town with its Royal Castle, St. John’s Cathedral and bustling Market Square. B

Hotel Mercure Warsaw Centrum (4 star)

DAY 5 Warsaw – Olsztyn This morning travel through the forests of North Poland into the Masurian Lakeland. Your afternoon excursion takes in the myriad of postglacial lakes, charming Mragowa, the baroque church of Swieta Lipka and picturesque Gizycko. This evening you’ll reach Olsztyn and check into your hotel. B

Hotel Przystan (4 star)

DAY 6 Olsztyn – Kaunas – Vilnius Today, continue along the eastern fringe of the Masurian Lakeland into Lithuania. Make a brief stop in Kaunas, former capital of Lithuania, to admire its beautiful Old Town and elegant baroque Town Hall. Arrive in Vilnius. B

Radisson Blu Hotel Lietuva (4 star)

DAY 7 Vilnius Vilnius is a maze of baroque inspired architecture and cobblestone streets. Your walking tour of the Old Town visits the city’s cathedral, Gediminas Tower, Old University and 16th century Gates of the Dawn. The afternoon offers an optional excursion to Trakai, the medieval capital of Lithuania. B


DAY 8 Vilnius – Hill Of Crosses – Riga Depart Vilnius and stop at the Hill of Crosses, one of Lithuania’s most holy sites. Then cross into Latvia and visit Rundale Palace. Arrive in Riga in the late afternoon. B

Hotel Wellton Riverside (4 star)

DAY 9 Riga Enjoy a morning walking tour of Riga’s Old Town, including Riga Castle, Dome Cathedral, St. Peter’s Church and Freedom Monument. Join an optional afternoon excursion to Jurmala, famous for its wooden architecture and in the evening, an optional organ concert at the Dome Cathedral will be offered. B


DAY 10 Riga This morning’s optional tour is to Gauja National Park, where you visit Sigulda and the ruins of two castles. The afternoon offers an optional visit to the Riga Motor Museum which has an impressive collection of vintage cars including some Soviet limousines from the Kremlin Garage. B


DAY 11 Riga – Tallinn Drive along the coastal highway to the Estonian resort town of Pärnu. Enjoy a short tour before travelling through northern Estonia to Tallinn. B

Radisson Blu Hotel Olympia (4 star)

DAY 12 Tallinn Tallinn is a charming blend of medieval tranquillity and modern urban life. Explore the walled city on a walking tour and see Toompea Castle, Dome Cathedral and Old Town Hall. In the afternoon, take an optional excursion to Kadriorg Park with its baroque palace built for Peter the Great and KUMU, the award-winning new Estonian Art museum. Your final evening is celebrated with an optional medieval dinner. B


DAY 13 Tallinn Your tour concludes with an optional departure transfer for your onward journey. B

All optional tours featured in the itinerary can be purchased during your tour. Full details and prices will be supplied with your travel documentation.

Highlights

Discover two of Poland’s great cities – Krakow and Warsaw

Visit the unique and holy Hill of Crosses

Visit the beautiful Estonian resort town of Pärnu

Experience Riga’s Old Town on a walking tour

Spend 3 nights in Riga, the cultural hub of the Baltic region


Escorted by a professional multilingual Tour Manager

4 star hotel accommodation

12 breakfasts

Guided tours: Krakow, Warsaw, Vilnius, Riga, Pärnu and Tallinn

Excursion to the Masurian Lakeland


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Highlights

Travel with a small group (maximum 26)

Uncover the highlights of 3 wonderful countries: Estonia, Latvia and Lithuania

Admire the stunning landscapes and medieval ruins of Gauja National Park

Be charmed by the delights of Tallinn’s picturesque Old Town


Escorted by a professional multilingual Tour Manager


9 breakfasts

Guided tours: Vilnius, Riga, Tallinn, Klaipeda and Pärnu

Visit: Palmse Manor House, Rundale Palace and Hill of Crosses




Small Group Tour Small Group Tour

DAY 1 Tallinn Your tour commences with an optional arrival transfer. This evening, join your fellow travellers and your guide at a welcome meeting.


DAY 2 Tallinn – Lahemaa National Park – Cesis Depart Tallinn and head south via Lahemaa National Park to visit the Manor Houses in Palmse and Vihula. Continue to Tartu for a brief tour of the charming Old Town. Cross the border into Latvia and travel to Cesis, a quaint Hanseatic city known for its winding streets, historic castle ruins and lavish gardens. B

Hotel Kolonna Cesis (3 star)

DAY 3 Cesis – Gauja National Park – Vilnius Today, drive through Gauja National Park and admire its picturesque landscapes, medieval castle ruins and unique sculpture parks. En route to Lithuania, visit the magnificent Rundale Palace, built by Rastrelli as the summer residence of the Duke of Courland. Arrive in Vilnius late in the afternoon. B


DAY 4 Vilnius – Trakai – Klaipeda Lithuania’s lovely capital is famous for having more than 1,200 medieval buildings and 48 churches. Your morning sightseeing includes a panoramic walking tour of the Old Town and renowned sights such as St. Stanislav’s Cathedral, Gediminas Tower, the Gothic St. Anna’s Church and “Gates of the Dawn.” After, continue to Trakai for a visit to its well preserved castle situated on an island in Lake Galve. Arrive at Klaipeda in the late afternoon. B

National Hotel (4 star)

DAY 5 Klaipeda Enjoy a free day for your own activities or join the full-day optional excursion to the Curonian Spit, a narrow peninsula 100km long between the Baltic Sea and the Curonian Lagoon which is home to quaint fishing villages, huge pine forests and endless sand dunes. This evening, enjoy an optional Lithuanian dinner at a local restaurant. B

National Hotel (4 star)

DAY 6 Klaipeda – Riga This morning’s sightseeing tour of Klaipeda takes you on a walk through the Old Town with its narrow, cobblestone streets and old guild houses. Continuing north, visit picturesque Lake Platelli and the Hill of Crosses before reaching Riga in the late afternoon. In the evening, an optional organ concert in the Dome Cathedral is available. B

Hotel Wellton Riverside

DAY 7 Riga Riga is the largest of the three Baltic capitals and boasts a true kaleidoscope of architectural styles. Your walking tour of the Old Town includes Riga Castle and Cathedral, St. Peter’s Church, the Swedish Gates and Freedom Monument. This afternoon, opt to visit Jurmala, famous for its wooden architecture and sandy beaches. This evening, enjoy an optional Latvian dinner at a local restaurant. B

Hotel Wellton Riverside

DAY 8 Riga – Tallinn Continue along the coastal highway to the Estonian resort town of Pärnu. Enjoy a short tour before heading into the dense forests as you travel through northern Estonia to Tallinn. B


DAY 9 Tallinn Tallinn is a charming blend of medieval tranquillity and modern urban life. The Old Town is explored on a walking tour where you will see Toompea Castle, Dome Cathedral, Alexander Nevsky Church and Old Town Hall. An afternoon optional excursion will be offered to Kadriorg Park with its baroque palace built for Peter the Great and KUMU, the award-winning new Estonian Art museum, with its collections of classic and contemporary fine art. Your final evening offers an optional medieval dinner. B


DAY 10 Tallinn Your tour concludes with an optional departure transfer for your onward journey. B

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BALTIC IMPRESSIONS10 Days / Tallinn to Tallinn

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BALTIC CLASSICAL8 Days / Vilnius to Tallinn

DAY 1 Vilnius Arrive in Vilnius with an optional transfer to your hotel. Tonight, join your fellow travellers and Tour Manager at a welcome meeting.

Hotel Radisson Blu Lietuva (4 star)

DAY 2 Vilnius - Klaipeda Explore Lithuania’s lovely capital on a walking tour of the Old Town and renowned sights such as St. Stanislav’s Cathedral, Gediminas Castle, the Gothic St. Anna’s Church and “Gates of the Dawn.” After, continue to Trakai for a visit to its well-preserved castle situated on an island in Lake Galve. Arrive in Klaipeda late afternoon. B

Hotel National (4 star)

DAY 3 Klaipeda Today, opt to join a full-day optional excursion to the Curonian Spit, a narrow peninsula 100km long between the Baltic Sea and the Curonian Lagoon, home to quaint fishing villages, huge pine forests and endless sand dunes. This evening, enjoy an optional Lithuanian dinner at a local restaurant. B

Hotel National (4 star)

DAY 4 Klaipeda - Riga This morning’s sightseeing tour of Klaipeda takes you on a walk through the Old Town with its narrow, cobblestone streets and old guild houses. Continue north to Lake Platelli and pass the Hill of Crosses before reaching Riga in the late afternoon. This evening, an optional organ concert in the Dome Cathedral is available. B


DAY 5 Riga Riga, founded in 1201, is a true kaleidoscope of architectural styles. Your walking tour of the Old Town includes Riga Castle, Dome Cathedral, St. Peter’s Church and Freedom Monument. In the afternoon, join an optional visit to Jurmala which is famous for its wooden architecture and sandy beaches. This evening enjoy an optional dinner at a traditional Latvian restaurant. B


DAY 6 Riga - Tallinn Drive along the coastal highway to the Estonian summer resort of Pärnu. Enjoy a short tour of the resort before travelling through northern Estonia to Tallinn. B

Hotel Radisson Blu Olympia (4 star)

DAY 7 Tallinn Explore the walled city of Tallinn on a walking tour and see Toompea Castle, Dome Cathedral and Old Town Hall. In the afternoon, take an optional excursion to Kadriorg Park with its baroque palace built for Peter the Great. Your final evening is celebrated with an optional medieval dinner. B

Hotel Radisson Blu Olympia (4 star)

DAY 8 Tallinn Your tour concludes after breakfast with an optional departure transfer. B

Highlights

Travel with a small group (maximum 26)

Visit the unique 14th C island castle in Trakai

Explore the quaint old town of Klaipeda with its many churches

Experience the eeriness of the iconic Hill of Crosses


Escorted by a professional English-speaking* Tour Manager


7 breakfasts

Guided tours: Vilnius, Klaipeda, Riga, Pärnu and Tallinn

Visit: Trakai Castle, Lake Platelli and Hill of Crosses

Entrance fees


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THE MAGIC OF POLAND7 Days / Warsaw to Krakow

DAY 1 Warsaw Your tour commences with an optional arrival airport transfer to your hotel. In the evening, meet your fellow travellers for a drive along the Royal Route and a short walk through the Old Town. A welcome dinner of Polish specialties tonight is at a local restaurant. D

Novotel Warszawa Centrum (4 star)

DAY 2 Warsaw This morning you will be introduced to Warsaw’s highlights on a city tour that includes the Old Town, beautifully re-built after World War II, the impressive Royal Castle, where Poland’s Constitution was proclaimed in 1791, and the former area of the infamous Warsaw Ghetto. In the evening, you will be treated to a concert of the works of Frederic Chopin, Poland’s greatest composer, performed by a pianist in a two-part recital. BL

Novotel Warszawa Centrum (4 star)

DAY 3 Warsaw – Czestochowa – Zakopane Your Polish journey continues south to Zakopane, one of the most picturesque places in Poland located at the foot of the Tatra Mountains. En route, you will visit Yasna Gora Monastery in Czestochowa, home to the famous portrait of the Black Madonna. BL

Mercure Kasprowy (3 star)

DAY 4 Zakopane – Krakow Embark on sightseeing tour of Zakopane, renowned for its many beautiful wooden churches and chapels, then take a cable car up Gubalowka Mountain for spectacular views of the High Tatra Mountains. En route to Krakow, enjoy a leisurely boat trip along the scenic Dunajec River. BD

Novotel Krakow City West (4 star)

DAY 5 Krakow / Auschwitz – Birkenau This morning, take a sightseeing tour of Krakow and visit the Royal Castle home to three dynasties of Polish monarchs, and the Cathedral, the coronation and burial site of many Polish kings,

on Wawel Hill. This is followed by the Old Town with its Market Square and Cloth Hall. In the afternoon, visit the former Nazi concentration camp of Auschwitz-Birkenau. BL


DAY 6 Krakow / Wieliczka Enjoy a morning at leisure to further explore Krakow. The afternoon is reserved for a visit to the oldest salt mine in Europe at Wieliczka, an amazing underground world of salt lakes, galleries and chapels. After a tour of the many chambers, grottoes and chapels, return to have a farewell dinner in a local restaurant, then return to Krakow. BD


DAY 7 Krakow Your tour concludes with an optional departure transfer for your onward journey. B

Highlights

Enjoy traditional Polish dishes and see why Poland is one of the food capitals of Eastern Europe

Explore Warsaw, a city almost destroyed in WWII

Take a scenic cable car journey to Gubalowka Mountain for spectacular views of the High Tatra Mountains

Visit the former Nazi concentration camp of Auschwitz-Birkenau

Witness a folklore show and enjoy a farewell dinner in Wieliczka





Guided tours: Warsaw, Zakopane, Krakow

Visit: Jasna Gora Monastery, Pieniny National Park, the Martyrdom Museum at Auschwitz-Birkenau, Wieliczka Salt Mine

Frederic Chopin part piano recital

Dunajec River rafting trip

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THE TREASURES OF POLAND11 Days / Warsaw to Warsaw

DAY 1 Warsaw Your tour commences with an optional arrival transfer to your hotel. In the evening, meet your fellow travellers and Tour Manager for a drive along the Royal Route and a walk through the Old Town. A welcome dinner of Polish specialties is at a local restaurant. D

Novotel Warsaw Centrum (4 star)

DAY 2 Warsaw Highlights of a half-day city tour include Warsaw’s Old Town, the impressive Royal Castle, and the former Warsaw Ghetto. In the evening, be treated to a Chopin concert, performed by a pianist in a two-part recital. BL


DAY 3 Warsaw – Czestochowa – Zakopane Your journey continues south to Zakopane. En route, you will visit Yasna Gora Monastery in Czestochowa, home to the famous Black Madonna. This afternoon, start your discovery of Zakopane, one of the most picturesque parts of Poland right at the foot of the Tatra Mountains. BL

Mercure Kasprowy (3 star)

DAY 4 Zakopane – Krakow Embark on a sightseeing tour and see the many beautiful wooden churches and chapels which Zakopane is renowned. Then take a cable car up Gubalowka Mountain for spectacular views of the Tatra Mountains. En route to Krakow, enjoy a boat trip along the scenic Dunajec River. BD

Novotel Krakow City West Hotel (4 star)

DAY 5 Krakow / Auschwitz – Birkenau Krakow, the medieval capital of Poland, is a royal city located on the Vistula River. Visit the Royal Castle and Cathedral on Wawel Hill and the Old Town with its Market Square. In the afternoon, visit the former Nazi concentration camp of Auschwitz-Birkenau. BL


DAY 6 Krakow / Wieliczka This morning is at leisure to further explore Krakow yourself. The afternoon is reserved for a visit to the oldest salt

mine in Europe at Wieliczka. After a tour of the mines, enjoy dinner and a folklore show. BD


DAY 7 Krakow – Torun After breakfast, drive north to Lowicz, a typical Mazovian town famous for its folk art. Enjoy a wonderful lunch hosted by a local family in a cottage at the foot of Lowicz Castle. Then continue to Torun, considered one of the most historic cities of Poland. BL

Hotel Mercure Torun Centrum (3 star)

DAY 8 Torun – Gdansk Begin today with a tour of the UNESCO-listed Old Town including its 13th century Town Hall, medieval fortification walls and charming streets. Afterwards travel to Gdansk, the birthplace of Poland’s Solidarity movement. Upon arrival, take a brief orientation walk around town then the rest of your day is at leisure. BL

Hotel Mercure Gdansk Stare Miasto (4 star)

DAY 9 Gdansk / Malbork Take a tour of Gdansk’s picturesque Old Town, complete with unique Hanseatic-style architecture. See the Upland and Golden Gates, Prison Tower, and Mariacka Street and Long Market lined with grand mansions. This afternoon you will visit Malbork Castle, a massive red-brick structure which is an imposing reminder of the Teutonic Knights. BL

Hotel Mercure Gdansk Stare Miasto (4 star)

DAY 10 Gdansk – Gdynia – Sopot – Oliwa – Warsaw Today’s first stop is Gdynia, the youngest city of the tri-city complex, which also includes Sopot the famous seaside resort on the Baltic Sea. Afterwards you will travel south towards Warsaw, stopping en route at in Oliwa to take in a concert performance at the city’s cathedral, famous for its one-of-a kind pipe organ. Arrive back to Warsaw in the late afternoon. BL


DAY 11 Warsaw Your tour concludes with an optional departure transfer for your onward journey. B

Highlights

Visit all the major cities in Poland and get a great feel for this country

Explore the Polish great outdoors with an overnight in the Tatra Mountains

Visit the oldest salt mine in Europe

Enjoy a scenic boat cruise on the Dunajec River in Krakow

See Malbork castle, an imposing reminder of the Teutonic Knights

Visit the UNESCO old town of Gdansk

Enjoy a concert performance in Oliwa at the city’s cathedral





Guided tours: Warsaw, Zakopane, Krakow, Torun, Gdansk

Visit: Jasna Gora Monastery, Gubalowka Mountain, Auschwitz-Birkenau, Wieliczka Salt Mine, Lowicz Castle, Teutonic Knights Castle, Oliwa Cathedral

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Frederic Chopin part piano recital

Dunajec River rafting trip


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THREE IMPERIAL CAPITALS10 Days / Between Prague and Budapest

DAY 1 Prague Your tour commences with an arrival transfer to your hotel, the rest of the day is free to explore Prague. The evening, as the sun sets, is a perfect time to cross the Charles Bridge and see the city beautifully illuminated at night.

Hotel Cloister Inn (3 star)

DAY 2 Prague Prague, the City of Spires, is a fascinating blend of Gothic architecture, medieval atmosphere and historic facades. On a city tour take a walk through the Hradcany District with Prague Castle and Cathedral, the Golden Lane and St. Vitus’ Cathedral. See the Charles Bridge before a drive through the Jewish Quarter and the Old Town Square. Your afternoon is at leisure to soak up the atmosphere of this intriguing city. B


DAY 3 Prague Today is at leisure to get to know the capital city of the Czech Republic. Alternatively, we recommend an optional excursion out of the city – why not visit the medieval town of

Cesky Krumlov in Bohemia; the well-known spa town of Karlovy Vary or the silver mining town of Kutna Hora, which includes the famous Bone Church – for details of these excursions and more please see page 28/29. B


DAY 4 Prague – Vienna Continue your trip with a transfer to the station for your 4 hour train ride to Vienna. After a pleasant journey through the Central European countryside arrive in the Austrian capital to be met with a private transfer to your hotel for the next three nights. B

Hotel Stefanie (3 star)

DAY 5 Vienna A morning tour of Vienna will showcase the historical sights of Vienna. Along the Ringstrasse see the State Opera House, Museum Quarter, Hofburg Palace and Town Hall. The highlight of the tour is a visit to magnificent Schönbrunn Palace, former summer residence of the Hapsburg family. During your free time in the afternoon, visit one of the city’s many renowned museums and palaces. B


DAY 6 Vienna Today is at leisure to explore this imperial city. Some optional excursions we recommend are a leisurely cruise along the Danube Valley to the Benedictine Abbey at Melk or an evening of Viennese songs and operettas at a Grinzing wine tavern. For full details of these and many other tour options please see page 33. B


DAY 7 Vienna – Budapest Transfer by private vehicle to the railway station for your 3 hour train journey to Budapest. On arrival transfer to your hotel and then begin exploring the Hungarian capital. B

Promenade City Hotel (3 star)

DAY 8 Budapest This morning, take a city tour of Budapest, two former villages, Buda and Pest that straddle the mighty River Danube. Cross the Danube to the Buda side and see the Royal Castle, Fisherman’s Bastion and Gellert Hill for spectacular views of the city. Back in Pest pass St. Stephen’s Basilica and the Opera House en route to Heroes’ Square. B


DAY 9 Budapest Today is at leisure for you to explore this beautiful city. Optional excursions available include a trip to thepicturesque artist’s village of Szentendre on the banks of the Danube; the charming wine town of Eger; Lake Balaton and the many spa resorts that line the lake. For full details of all of the tours please see page 31. B


DAY 10 Budapest Your tour concludes with a departure transfer for your onward journey. B

Highlights

Discover the cobbled lanes and bohemian vibe of Old Town Prague

Walk in the footsteps of history’s great artists and composers in the imperial city of Vienna

Take the time to indulge in Budapest’s thermal healing waters

Enjoy a train ride through the countryside from Prague to Vienna – a perfect opportunity to relax



9 breakfasts

Guided tours: Prague, Vienna and Budapest

2nd class rail: Prague – Vienna, Vienna – Budapest

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BOHEMIA TO BUDAPEST11 Days / Prague to Budapest

DAY 1 Prague Your tour commences with an arrival transfer to your hotel. The remainder of the day is at leisure to explore this charming city. A walk through the Old Town and across Charles Bridge is recommended.

Hotel Leonardo (4 star)

DAY 2 Prague Your comprehensive scheduled city tour includes Wenceslas Square, Charles Bridge, Prague’s Royal Castle, medieval Old Town Square and historic Jewish Quarter. After a free afternoon, this evening’s dinner will be in a stylish wine cellar where you can enjoy traditional Czech dishes whilst being entertained with a folklore show. BD


DAY 3 Prague – Cesky Krumlov Take the morning shuttle transfer through the beautiful Bohemian countryside to the medieval town of Cesky Krumlov. After check in at your hotel, meet your local guide for a privately guided tour of this UNESCO-protected town with its cobblestone streets and grand castle, one of the largest in Europe. B

Hotel Bellevue (4 star)

DAY 4 Cesky Krumlov / Telc – Trebon Travel east to Telc for a tour of the Renaissance Old Town including the main square with its many multi-coloured gabled house. After free time, depart for Trebon, the famous centre of the Bohemian lakes area and a well-known spa town. After a walking tour of the town with your guide return to Cesky Krumlov for overnight. B

Hotel Bellevue (4 star)

DAY 5 Cesky Krumlov – Bratislava This morning take a shuttle transfer to Bratislava, capital of the Slovak Republic. Your city tour will include the castle, historic restored Old Town, St. Martin’s Cathedral and Primate’s Palace. B

Skaritz Hotel & Residence (4 star)

DAY 6 Bratislava / Small Carpathians Take an excursion to the picturesque Small Carpathians region where you will visit a family winery in Modra to enjoy lunch and wine tasting. Afterwards

continue to Pezinok to visit a local pottery manufacturer, before returning to Bratislava. BL

Skaritz Hotel & Residence (4 star)

DAY 7 Bratislava – Poprad – Tatranska Lomnica From Bratislava, board a scenic train through the majestic Tatra Mountains to Poprad, from where you will drive to a village in the High Tatras, a region famous for its traditional costumes and typical wooden architecture. B

Grand Hotel Praha (4 star)

DAY 8 Tatranska Lomnica – Spis – Kosice Leaving the High Tatras by private vehicle you will visit the historic town of Kezmarok and explore the dramatic ruins of Spis Castle* built in the 12th century. Following lunch (own expense), you continue to Kosice, where you will have a tour of the Old Town and dinner. BD

Hotel Bristol (4 star)

*Note: Spis Castle is only open April to November.

DAY 9 Kosice – Budapest Cross the border and drive to the Hungarian capital city of Budapest. The balance of your day is at leisure to start your exploration of this city whose two main parts are divided by the Danube River. B

Boutique Hotel (4 star)

DAY 10 Budapest On a morning scheduled city tour you first visit Pest to see St. Stephen’s Basilica, State Opera House, Hero’s Square and House of Parliament. Then cross the Danube River to Buda where you will visit St. Matthias Church, Fisherman’s Bastion and the castle district. In the evening, enjoy a Hungarian dinner and folklore show. BD

Boutique Hotel (4 star)


Highlights

Travel through some of Eastern Europe’s most fascinating countries – the Czech Republic, Slovakia and Hungary

Wander the cobbled laneways of Bohemia’s Cesky Krumlov

Taste the local Slovakian wines at a family winery in Modra

Overnight in the scenic High Tatras mountain range

Explore the cosmopolitan city of Budapest



10 breakfasts, 1 lunch and 3 dinners

Guided tours: Prague, Cesky Krumlov, Telc, Trebon, Bratislava and Budapest

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Transportation by shuttle bus: Prague – Cesky Krumlov, Cesky Krumlov – Bratislava

1st class rail tickets: Bratislava – Poprad

Transportation by private, air-conditioned vehicle: Poprad – Kosice – Budapest


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CENTRAL EUROPEAN DISCOVERY16 Days / Berlin to Budapest

DAY 1 Berlin Start your discovery of Central Europe in Berlin with a transfer to your hotel. The remainder of your day is free.

Leonardo Royal Hotel (4 star)

DAY 2 Berlin Few European cities have a history as fascinating and turbulent as Berlin. On this comprehensive sightseeing tour you will see the city’s landmark sights - parts of the Berlin Wall, Brandenburg Gate, the Reichstag, ‘Unter den Linden’ boulevard, Potsdamer Platz and the Berlin Cathedral. B


DAY 3 Berlin Discover more of Berlin with a full day at leisure. We suggest a visit to ‘Museum Island’, or a day trip to the ‘Garden City’ of Potsdam. Make sure to also indulge in some hearty Bavarian dishes! B


DAY 4 Berlin – Warsaw Transfer to the railway station for your train to Warsaw where the rest of your day is at leisure to acquaint yourself with the Polish capital. B

Hotel Polonia Palace (4 star)

DAY 5 Warsaw This 700-year-old city is a symbol of Polish nationhood and the will to survive against great odds. Today, enjoy a city tour covering all the must see sights including Monument to the Heroes of the Warsaw Ghetto and the Barbican. This evening is at your leisure. We suggest a stroll down the pedestrian street Nowy Swiat to find famous A. Blikle, the best place to sample Polish pastries. B

Polonia Palace Hotel (4 star)

DAY 6 Warsaw – Krakow Enjoy the views of rural Poland as you journey by train from Warsaw to Krakow. On arrival transfer to your hotel. B

Hotel Senacki (4 star)

DAY 7 Krakow Today you will discover the beautiful, historic, and culture-packed city of Kraków on a sightseeing tour. Visit the former Jewish district of Kazimierz, Wawel Hill and the Royal Castle, the Main Market Square in the Old Town with its large Gothic Cloth Hall. End the day at St. Mary’s Church. B


DAY 8 Krakow This morning, explore the famous Wieliczka Salt Mines. In 1978 the mine was placed on the UNESCO World Cultural Heritage list. The rest of your day can be spent at leisure. B


DAY 9 Krakow – Prague This morning you will travel by coach from Poland to the Czech Republic. On arrival in Prague, transfer to your hotel. B


DAY 10 Prague The ‘City of Spires’ is a fascinating blend of Gothic architecture, medieval atmosphere and historic facades. Enjoy a walking city tour and take in all the famous sites. Your afternoon is at leisure. B


DAY 11 Prague Today is at leisure to further explore the capital city of the Czech Republic. Perhaps investigate the KGB Museum, take a walk to find the John Lennon Wall or taste some authentic beer. B


DAY 12 Prague – Vienna Travel by train through the European countryside to Vienna where you will be met with a private transfer to your hotel. B

Hotel Kaiserhof (4 star)

DAY 13 Vienna Your tour of Vienna will showcase all the historical sights. During your free time in the afternoon, visit one of the city’s many renowned museums and be sure to try the famous apple strudel. B

Hotel Kaiserhof (4 star)

DAY 14 Vienna – Budapest Transfer to the railway station for your train to Budapest. On arrival, transfer to your hotel. B

Hotel K&K Opera (4 star)

DAY 15 Budapest Today’s tour will take you to the two former villages of Buda and Pest. See the Royal Castle, Fisherman’s Bastion, St. Stephen’s Basilica and Heroes’ Square. B

Hotel K&K Opera (4 star)


Highlights

Embrace the energy of Berlin, from the east to the west there is much to see

Explore Poland’s two great cities, resilient Warsaw and charming Krakow

Experience the culture and the history of Europe’s imperial cities, Prague, Vienna and Budapest

See the Wieliczka Salt Mines – a World Heritage UNESCO Cultural Heritage site

Enjoy relaxing train travel



15 breakfasts

Guided tours: Berlin, Warsaw, Krakow, Wieliczka Salt Mine, Prague, Vienna and Budapest

Entrance fees

2nd class rail: Berlin-Warsaw, Warsaw-Krakow, Prague-Vienna and Vienna-Budapest

Coach: Krakow-Prague

Arrival and departure transfers by private vehicle (except Warsaw due to proximity of hotel to station)

Tailor-Made

PRAGUE

Extend your stay Beyond Travel has a range of City Spotlights and accommodation options in Berlin (see page 39) and Budapest (see page 31).



Berlin – Budapest from $3,255




BEST OF THE BALTICS & POLAND15 Days / Tallinn to Krakow

DAY 1 Tallinn Your tour of the Baltics and Poland starts today with an arrival airport transfer to your hotel. The rest of the day is yours to explore Tallinn.

My City Hotel (4 star)

DAY 2 Tallinn On a comprehensive tour of this perfectly preserved walled city, you will see Tallinn’s Dome Cathedral, Toompea Castle and medieval 13th century Town Hall. B


DAY 3 Tallinn – Riga Depart for Riga by private vehicle along the Via Baltica Highway. Arrive at your hotel in the afternoon, and the rest of your day can be spent at leisure. B

Hotel Opera & Spa (4 star)

DAY 4 Riga Explore Riga’s fascinating mix of German, Latvian and Russian heritage on a walking tour which will include the Art Nouveau district and the Freedom Monument, Swedish Gate, St. Peter’s Church and Dome Cathedral. B


DAY 5 Riga / Gauja National Park After breakfast, take an excursion to Gauja National Park. Established in 1973 and known as the ’LivonianSwitzerland’, you’ll discover a unique combination of picturesque landscapes, the Gauja River and medieval castles. You will also visit 12th century Sigulda and the ruins of Turaida Castle. B


DAY 6 Riga – Vilnius Travel south to Rundale Palace, built in the 17th century by the baroque master, Rastrelli. After a tour of its state rooms and gardens, continue into Lithuania and on to Vilnius, stopping en route at Siauliai to see the evocative Hill of Crosses. B

Hotel Artis Centrum (4 star)

DAY 7 Vilnius On your tour of the charming Old Town, walk the maze of cobblestone streets and admire the city’s highlights, such as St. Anna’s Church, Chapel of the Dawn, Vilnius Cathedral and the 14th century Gediminas Tower. B

Hotel Artis Centrum (4 star)

DAY 8 Vilnius – Mazury Lake District Today, cross into northeast Poland, where your destination is the picturesque Mazury Lake District. En route, stop at Wigry National Park for a cruise on the lake to see Cameldolite Monastery. Also visit Boyen Fortress, one of the biggest Prussian fortifications built in the 19th century. B

Castle Ryn Hotel (4 star)

DAY 9 Mazury Lake District – Warsaw This morning you visit Gierloz (Wolf’s Lair), Hitler’s headquarters for the eastern front during WWII, and Swieta Lipka, a lovely baroque church famous for its legendary silver Madonna. You will also experience gothic Nidzica Castle before continuing to the Polish capital, Warsaw. B


DAY 10 Warsaw On a morning city tour, discover the Royal Route and learn about Jewish Warsaw including a visit to the formerGhetto and the Old Town, beautifully rebuilt after WWII. B


DAY 11 Warsaw – Lodz – Wroclaw Today, drive to Wroclaw. En route, visit the city of Lodz to see Poznanski Palace and take a tour of the remarkable Factory Museum, then on to Wroclaw. B

Best Western Premier City Centre (4 star)

DAY 12 Wroclaw – Moszna – Krakow This morning with your guide visit Wroclaw’s Ostrow Tumski (Cathedral Island), Wroclaw Cathedral and famous Raclawice Panorama. Continue to Krakow. B


DAY 13 Krakow On this morning’s tour see Wawel Castle and visit Krakow’s historic centre. This afternoon visit Krakow’s Jewish district of Kazimierz and the Schindler Museum. B


DAY 14 Krakow A day at leisure. B


DAY 15 Krakow Your tour concludes with a departure transfer for your onward journey. B

Highlights

Marvel at the picturesque landscapes of Gauja National Park, known as ‘Livonian Switzerland’

See the eerie Hill of Crosses, Lithuania’s largest Catholic site

Overnight in the Castle Ryn Hotel, a meticulously restored Teutonic Castle in the Mazury Lake District

Explore the historic Old Towns of Warsaw, Wroclaw and Krakow



14 breakfasts

English-speaking guide/driver

Guided tours: Tallinn, Riga, Gauja National Park, Rundale Palace, Vilnius, Mazury Lake District, Warsaw, Lodz, Wroclaw and Krakow

Services of English-speaking local guides



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Prices from $6,495*

Per Person Twin Share

Tallinn – Krakow from $6,495





*From price is per person based on twin share in low season.

Extend your stay Beyond Travel has a range of City Spotlights and accommodation options in Tallinn (see page 40).

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VIA BALTICA7 Days / Between Tallinn and Vilnius

DAY 1 Tallinn Your discovery of the Baltic region begins with an arrival transfer to your hotel. The remainder of your day is at leisure to acquaint yourself with the wonderful sights of Tallinn, Estonia’s beautiful capital city!


DAY 2 Tallinn Tallinn is a charming blend of medieval tranquility and modern urban life. A morning walking tour takes you along the cobblestone streets through the walled Old Town to see Toompea Castle, Dome Cathedral and Old Town Hall. The rest of the day is free for you to further explore Tallinn. B


DAY 3 Tallinn – Riga This morning, you will be transferred to the coach terminal for your scheduled coach service to Riga. On arrival you’ll be transferred to your hotel. B

Hotel Opera and Spa (4 star)

DAY 4 Riga Riga is the largest of the three Baltic capitals and boasts a true kaleidoscope of architectural styles. Your walking tour of the Old Town includes such sights as Riga Castle and Cathedral, St. Peter’s Church, Powder Tower and Freedom Monument. The afternoon and evening are at leisure for you to experience this beautiful city, or possibly enjoy an optional excursion to impressive Rundale Palace, built by Rastrelli as the summer residence of the Duke of Courland (see page 41 for details). B

Hotel Opera and Spa (4 star)

Today, there is an opportunity to visit the Hill of Crosses, one of Lithuania’s most holy relics (at additional expense). Please enquire with Beyond Travel for further details.

DAY 5 Riga – Vilnius After breakfast, depart for Vilnius by scheduled coach service. You will be transferred from the hotel to the coach terminal. On arrival, be transferred to your hotel. B

Artis Centrum Hotel (4 star)

DAY 6 Vilnius This morning’s walking tour includes the Old Town with its many renowned sights such as St. Stanislav’s Cathedral, Gediminas Castle, the baroque Peter and Paul Church, Gothic St. Anna’s Church and “Gates of the Dawn”. The remainder of the day is free for your own exploration or take an optional afternoon excursion to Trakai Castle (see page 42 for details). B

Artis Centrum Hotel (4 star)

DAY 7 Vilnius Your tour concludes with a departure transfer for your onward journey. B

Highlights

Wander through Tallinn’s historic and charming Old Town

See the Three brothers, the oldest complex of houses in Riga

Visit the Gates of Dawn, one of the most visited shrines in Vilnius

Enjoy leisure time to absorb the local culture, or for more in-depth exploration there is a range of optional excursions



6 breakfasts

Guided tours: Tallinn, Riga, Vilnius

Transportation by air-conditioned coach: Tallinn – Riga, Riga – Vilnius

Arrival and departure transfers by private vehicle

Tailor-Made

RIGA

VILLNIUS

Extend your stay Beyond Travel has a range of City Spotlights and accommodation options in Tallinn (see page 40) and Vilnius (see page 42).

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Tallinn – Vilnius (or reverse) from $1,460




DAY 1 Sofia Welcome to Bulgaria! Your tour commences with an arrival transfer. Spend the remainder of your day exploring this historic city. D

Rosslyn Thracia Hotel (4 star)

DAY 2 Sofia After breakfast enjoy a sightseeing tour of the nation’s capital. Highlights include the 5th century St. Sofia Basilica, National Parliament, the ruins of the Roman Serdica and the Alexander Nevsky Cathedral. In the afternoon you have free time to further explore Sofia or opt to take an excursion to Boyana Church. B

Rosslyn Thracia Hotel (4 star)

DAY 3 Sofia – Rila Monastery – Plovdiv Today you’ll drive along the picturesque mountain roads to Rila Monastery, the biggest Bulgarian spiritual center since the Middle Ages. This 10th century monastery contains a rich collection of icons, wall-paintings and rare books and is included on UNESCO’s World

Heritage list. After a traditional lunch, continue to Plovdiv. Spend this evening exploring the Capital of Culture for 2019. BL

Ramada Plovdiv Trimontium (4 star)

DAY 4 Plovdiv – Kazanlak – Etara – Veliko Tarnovo Admire Plovdiv’s highlights on a walking tour through the beautiful Old Town and marvel at the 18th century Bulgarian architecture, Orthodox churches, Muslim mosques and 2nd century Roman Amphitheatre. Continue to Kazanluk, capital of the Valley of the Roses, to learn about the production of Bulgarian rose oil followed by avisit to the 4th century Thracian Kazanlak Tomb. After, depart for Etara where you can wander the unique open-air museum which recreates 19th Century Bulgarian life. In the late afternoon, arrive in the Old Capital, Veliko Tarnovo. BD

Authentic Hotel Gurko (3 star)

DAY 5 Veliko Tarnovo – Ruse – Bucharest Discover Veliko Tarnovo’s historic Tsarevets Hill as well as the Patriarchal Church and Emperor Baldwin’s Tower on a guided walking tour. Continue through the Rusenski Lom river valley to visit the UNESCO listed rock churches of Ivanovo, famous for their unique frescoes. Cross the border into Romania and meet your Romanian guide who will travel with you onto Bucharest, for a panoramic tour of the capital. Your tour will include such sights as the Palace of the Parliament, Opera House and Revolution Square. BD

Hotel Central (4 star)

DAY 6 Bucharest – Sibiu This morning take a tour of the Romanian Parliament building, the second largest building in the world. You then depart through the Carpathian Mountains via the spectacular Oltului Valley dotted with centuries old churches, to medieval Sibiu. This afternoon, explore Sibiu on a city tour and see the Evangelical Church, the Council Tower, Liars’ Bridge, and Brukenthal Palace. BD

Hotel Continental Forum (4 star)

DAY 7 Sibiu – Sighisoara – Bran – Brasov This morning admire the perfectly preserved, medieval town of Biertan in Transylvania which has changed little over time. Continue to beautiful Sighisoara, birthplace of Vlad Dracula, for a city tour and lunch at the famous restaurant, Vlad Drakula. In Bran you will tour Dracula’s Castle before travelling to charming Brasov. BL

Boutique Hotel Casa Cranta (4 star)

DAY 8 Brasov – Sinaia – Bucharest Enjoy your morning city tour which will reveal the magnificence of Brasov. Visit the Black Church, the largest Gothic church between Vienna and Istanbul, as well as the historic Old Town Hall. In the afternoon travel to Sinaia for a tour of the enchanting Peles Castle. Marvel at its fine collection of sculptures, then drive to Bucharest for dinner. BD

Hotel Central (4 star)

DAY 9 Bucharest Your tour concludes after breakfast with an airport transfer for your onward journey. B

Highlights

Discover Rila Monastery, an architectural beauty hidden within the Rila Mountains

Explore the Romanian Parliament building, the second largest building in the world constructed by locally sourced marble

Admire the Medieval town of Biertan in Transylvania

Visit the world famous Dracula Castle in Bran





Guided tours: Sofia, Plovdiv, Veliko Tarnovo, Bucharest, Sibiu, Sighisoara, Brasov

Entrance fees

Transportation by air-conditioned



Sophia – Bucharest (or reverse) from $4,155



Tailor-Made TREASURES OF BULGARIA & ROMANIA9 Days / Between Sofia and Bucharest

Extend your stay Beyond Travel has a range of City Spotlights and accommodation options in Sofia (see page 34) and Bucharest (see page 35).



DRACULA CASTLE, BRAN

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AUTHENTIC BULGARIA8 Days / Sofia to Sofia

DAY 1 Sofia Your tour of Bulgaria commences today with an optional airport transfer to your hotel in central Sofia. The rest of your day is at leisure to enjoy the country’s capital city. Rosslyn Thracia Hotel (4 star)

DAY 2 Sofia After breakfast embark on a full day sightseeing tour. Visit St Nedelya Square, the Royal Palace, Alexander Nevski Cathedral and more. This afternoon, continue to the outskirts of Sofia to see Boyana Church, one of the most perfectly preserved monuments of East-European medieval art. This evening, enjoy a traditional Bulgarian dinner and folklore show. BDRosslyn Thracia Hotel (4 star)

DAY 3 Sofia – Arbanassi – Veliko Tarnovo After breakfast, drive to the old residence of Bulgarian Kings – Arbanassi village. Enjoy some time at a local ethnographical complex, before continuing to Veliko Tarnovo, the old capital of Bulgaria. A short sightseeing tour will take you Tsarevets Fortress to see the Patriarchal church and Emperor Baldwin’s Tower. After, walk along the old Trade Street to pick up some handmade souvenirs. BLGrand Hotel Yantra (4 star)

DAY 4 Veliko Tarnovo – Kazanlak – Plovdiv This morning you’ll visit a unique open air museum in Etar which represents what local life was like in Bulgaria in the 19th century. Continue to Kazanlak via Stoletov peak. Upon arrival, visit the replica of Thracian Kazanlak Tomb and a family-run rose oil distillery operating since 1909. Reach Plovdiv in the late afternoon. BDRamada Plovdiv Trimontium (4 star)

DAY 5 Plovdiv – Rhodopes Mountain – Leshten Village Your morning sightseeing of Plovdiv Old Town will take you to see the Ancient Theatre, Fortress Walls and Roman Stadium which is still used today. After, you’ll continue to Rhodopes Mountain for a journey along the narrow railway lines. Be sure to have your camera ready for this scenic ride! Arrive this afternoon in Leshten we’re you’ll stay the night in a preserved 19th Century house. BDLeshten Rural Houses

DAY 6 Leshten Village – Melnik – Sandanski Take a picturesque drive past Pirin Mountain to the most famous wine-growing region in Bulgaria, Struma River Valley, for wine tasting. Then descend to Melnik, the smallest town in the country, where only 800 people live. Continue to Sandanski, one of the towns bordering UNESCO protected Pirin National Park. The rest of the day is free to wander the city’s pedestrian street or enjoy a spa treatment at the hotel. BLInterhotel Sandanski (4 star)

DAY 7 Sandanski – Rila Monastery – Sofia Today you will visit the famous Rila Monastery, the biggest Bulgarian spiritual center since the Middle Ages located in a beautiful mountain area. After exploring the church, wall paintings and museum continue back to Sofia. BLRosslyn Thracia Hotel (4 star)

DAY 8 Sofia Your tour concludes after breakfast. B

Highlights

Take a spectacular and scenic steam train journey through Rhodopes Mountain

Visit the Ethnographic museum of Etar

Try traditional Balkan cuisine in authentic Bulgarian restaurants

See the magnificent mural paintings in UNESCO protected Boyana Church

Stay in an authentic 19th century house in the beautiful village of Leshten




7 breakfasts, 3 lunches and 3 d inners

Guided tours: Sofia, Veliko Tarnovo, Kazanlak, Plovdiv

Visit: Boyana Church, Rhodopes Mountain, Rila Monastery

Wine tasting in Struma River Valley

Entrance fees


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DAY 1 Bucharest Your tour commences with an arrival transfer to your hotel. After check-in, start your discovery of Romania’s capital city followed by dinner at a local restaurant. D

Le Boutique Hotel Moxa (4 star)

DAY 2 Bucharest – Olt Valley – Sibiu Explore the highlights of Bucharest this morning on a city tour. Visit imposing Parliament Palace, the world’s second largest building second only to the pentagon and see the historic city centre. Continue to spectacular Olt Valley, dotted with centuries old churches, before arriving in medieval Sibiu, the cultural capital of Romania. BD

Ramada Sibiu Hotel (4 star) or Levoslav House Boutique (4 star)

DAY 3 Sibiu / Sibiel Today you will explore Sibiu’s impressive Old Town and visit Brukenthal Museum and the Astra Open Air Museum to gain an insight into Romanian history, culture and heritage. Continue to the

nearby village of Sibiel for a typical home cooked Romanian dinner. Return to Sibiu for overnight. BD

Ramada Sibiu Hotel (4 star) or Levoslav House Boutique (4 star)

DAY 4 Sibiu – Biertan – Sighisoara This morning, admire the perfectly preserved, medieval towns of Medias and Biertan in Transylvania. This area is the heart of traditional and rural Romanian life and has changed little over time. Continue to beautiful Sighisoara, birthplace of Vlad Dracula. Enjoy a city tour, followed by free time to explore the winding, cobblestone streets before dinner at the famous restaurant “Casa Vlad Dracul” where the legend of Dracula was created. BD

Hotel Casa Wagner (3 star) or Casa Georgius Krauss Hotel (3 star)

DAY 5 Sighisoara – Bran – Brasov Explore Sighisoara’s 12th century citadel, which is fortified with towers and artillery bastions, before continuing to Bran for a tour of Dracula’s castle. Travel

to the charming town of Brasov for an afternoon city tour that will reveal the magnificence of this city. Here you will visit the Black Church, the largest Gothic church between Vienna and Istanbul, as well as the historic Old Town Hall. BD

Hotel Casa Wagner (3 star) or Bella Muzica (3 star)

DAY 6 Brasov – Sinaia – Bucharest After breakfast, travel to Sinaia for a tour of the enchanting Peles Castle, the neo-renaissance masterpiece built by King Carol l. Today the castle is a popular attraction where you can admire the fine collection of paintings, sculptures and furniture that remains. Return to Bucharest for farewell dinner and folklore performance at restaurant Pescarus. BD

Le Boutique Hotel Moxa (4 star)

DAY 7 Bucharest Your tour concludes with a departure transfer for your onward journey. B

PELES CASTLE, SINAIA

Highlights

Wander the streets of the UNESCO listed Old Town in medieval Sighisoara

Enjoy culinary experiences including a home cooked meal in the village of Sibiel and dinner in the famous restaurant “Casa Vlad Dracul”

Explore “Dracula’s Castle” located on the rolling hills of Transylvania

Visit the enchanting Peles Castle in Sinaia





Guided tours: Bucharest, Sibiu, Sighisoara, Bran including Bran Castle, Brasov and Sinaia including Peles Castle

Entrance fees





Bucharest – Bucharest from $2,995



DISCOVER ROMANIA7 Days / Bucharest to Bucharest

SIGHISOARA

Extend your stay Beyond Travel has a range of City Spotlights and accommodation options in Bucharest (see page 35).

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PRAGUE CZECH REPUBLIC4 Days / Tailor-Made

GRAND PRAGUE

Enjoy a wonderful stay in one of Europe’s most charming cities. Discover the beauty of Prague’s Old Town, the stunning views from the Castle District, the flavours of authentic Czech cuisine and the energetic atmosphere of this popular city.

DAY 1 PragueUpon arrival in Prague, you will be met and transferred to your hotel. After check-in the rest of the day is at leisure.

DAY 2 Prague This morning tour one of the world’s most beautiful cities by coach. Prague is a fascinating blend of baroque and gothic architecture, medieval atmosphere and historic facades hugging the shores of the winding Vltava River. See the State Opera, National Museum, Wenceslas Square and the Castle District which you will explore on foot. Afterwards, enjoy a cruise along

the Vltava River that will showcase the Charles Bridge, National Theatre and Prague Castle. B

DAY 3 Prague Your day is free to continue your exploration of Prague. Tonight, spend an evening enjoying the wonderful food, drink and entertainment at a traditional Czech Restaurant. BD

DAY 4 PragueFollowing breakfast this morning, check-out of your hotel and be transferred to the airport for your onward journey. B

CREATE YOUR OWN SPOTLIGHT TOUR

Our recommended hotels1 Hotel Paris *****

from $164* per personA luxury hotel and iconic Art-Nouveau building ideally situated in Prague’s historical centre.

2 Ventana Hotel ***** from $157* per personAn Art-Nouveau palace converted into a luxurious boutique hotel. Located in the heart of Prague’s Old Town.

3 Hotel Rott **** from $148* per personFeaturing a captivating neo-renaissance façade, this 4 star hotel is perfectly located in the Old Town.

4 Hotel K+K Central **** from $125* per personUnique and stylish hotel with a sophisticated and contemporary feel located in the heart of Prague.

5 Hotel Leonardo **** from $105* per personA quaint boutique hotel with unique interiors throughout. Within walking distance to the Old Town and castle district. A Beyond Travel favourite!

6 Hotel Liberty **** from $81* per personA small, classically styled, boutique hotel located near Wenceslas Square. Rooms feature all essential amenities, while the hotel features a gym, spa and sauna.

7 Hotel Cloister Inn*** from $72* per personA simple and comfortably furnished hotel conveniently located within walking distance to the Old Town and Prague Castle.


3 nights accommodation

3 breakfasts and 1 dinner

Guided tour: Grand City Tour


Prices from $521* per person twin share

Hotel Cloister Inn *** from $521*

Hotel Liberty **** from $548*

Hotel Ventana ***** from $776*

PRAGUE

GROUP TOURS

Grand City Tour from $66 per personVisit many of Prague’s famous landmarks, including the Old Town square, to view the famous Astronomical Clock, Prague Castle with St. Vitus Cathedral and Wenceslas Square.

Departs Daily at 10.20, 11.30 & 14.15 Duration 3 hours

The Best of Prague from $106 per personExplore famous Prague sights such as the National Museum, Dancing House and Prague Castle. Walk across the Charles Bridge and through the Old Town square where you can see the famed Astronomical Clock. Discover the Jewish Quarter before a cruise on the Vltava River, complete with 2-course lunch and snacks on board.

Departs Daily at 10.20 Duration 6.5 hours

Folklore Dinner from $123 per personSpend an evening at a stylish wine cellar, where you can enjoy traditional Czech dishes, beers and wine with Bohemian, Moravian and Slovakian folk songs.

Departs Wed & Sat at 19.00 (Jan-Mar & Nov-Dec), Daily at 19.00 (Apr-Oct) Duration 3.5 hours

Vltava River Cruise from $47 per personTransfer from your hotel to the Vltava River, where you will relax on a river cruise as you enjoy tea, coffee & cake. Take in the panoramic views of Prague as you see many of the city’s highlights, such as Prague Castle and Charles Bridge.


Sightseeing options

*From prices are per person, per night in AUD, based on twin share in low season, and include breakfast and taxes.

Many more hotels available, many with instant confirmation. Contact Beyond Travel for details and prices.


Private transfer Per vehicle (1-2 pax)

Airport to hotel $69

Railway Station/Coach terminal to hotel $57

Prague to Cesky Krumlov $517

Prague to Brno $564

5 Days / Tailor-Made

PRAGUE & ITS NEIGHBOURS

Prague and the surrounding cities are some of the most beautiful in Europe. Discover the remarkable architecture of Prague, the extraordinary Church of Bones in Kutna Hora and the stunning town of Cesky Krumlov during this 5 day package.

DAY 1 PragueUpon arriving in Prague, you will be met and transferred to your hotel. You can enjoy a free evening.

DAY 2 Prague Today is reserved for exploring the Czech Republic’s incredible capital city. Prague is an enchanting mixture of beautiful buildings, enticing atmosphere and an engaging history. Explore the Castle District and the Old Town where you will see Prague Castle, Charles Bridge, the State Opera and Wenceslas Square. B

DAY 3 Prague / Kunta HoraDepart Prague and journey to Kutna Hora, home to the gothic St, Barbara’s Church, a beautiful building featuring medieval frescoes and flying buttresses.

See the famous Sedlec Ossuary, also known as the Church of Bones, a small Roman Catholic Chapel decorated with thousands of human bones. B

DAY 4 Prague / Cesky KrumlovVenture south to the picturesque town of Cesky Krumlov, a UNESCO World Heritage listed site. The stunning 13th century castle dominates the skyline and overlooks the Vltava River and the old town square. B

DAY 5 PragueAfter breakfast and hotel check-out you will be transferred to the airport for your further travels. B



4 breakfasts

Guided tours: Grand City Tour, Kutna Hora and Cesky Krumlov



Hotel Cloister Inn *** from $690*

Hotel Liberty **** from $726*

Hotel Ventana ***** from $1,030*

PRAGUE

CZESKY KRUMLOV

The Secret of Beer from $69 per personTransfer from your hotel to the visitor’s centre of Prague’s largest brewery – Staropramen. After learning the process of beer production, you will be treated to traditional beer tastings and receive a complementary beer glass as a gift.


Kutna Hour from $90 per personExplore one of Bohemia’s most interesting and architecturally rich towns. This half day trip highlights the towns silver mining heritage and a visit to the fascinating Church of Bones.

Departs Daily at 12.30 Duration 5 hours

Cesky Krumlov from $177 per personExplore this picturesque medieval town in Southern Bohemia. Walk the cobblestone streets to the magnificent castle, one of the biggest in Central Europe.

Departs Daily (except Mon) at 09.30 Duration 10.5 hours

Dresden from $165 per personExplore the historical sights of Germany’s Dresden, as well as the beautiful Bohemian Central Mountains. On your guided tour, walk through the Old Town and discover a fascinating history and a city full of stunning Renaissance architecture.

Departs Wed & Sat at 09.30 (Apr-Oct) Duration 10 hours

City Stay

Recommended hotels1 Radisson Blu

Carlton Hotel **** from $106* per personAn historic hotel, featuring high ceilings and rich furnishings. Conveniently located between the Old Town and Daunbe River.

2 Skaritz Hotel & Residence **** from $98* per personA small and charming hotel with stylish décor, located in the pedestrian only area of the Old Town.

3 Park Inn Danube Hotel *** from $93* per personSuperior, modern 3 star hotel featuring comfortable rooms conveniently located close to the Danube River and Bratislava Castle.

Recommended hotels1 Hotel Ruze ****

from $140* per personA polished 5 star hotel in a 16th century building located in the historic town centre. This charming hotel features a wellness centre and is within walking distance to the castle.

2 The Old Inn **** from $118* per personA wonderful hotel with charming décor creating a cosy atmosphere, perfectly located on the main square of the Old Town.

3 Hotel Bellevue **** from $90* per personDating back to the 16th century, this former bakery is home to a lovely, comfortable 4 star hotel close to both the castle and Old Town.

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Cesky Krumlov to Prague $410

Shuttle transfer Per person

Cesky Krumlov to Prague $125

Cesky Krumlov to Vienna or Salzburg $137


Airport/railway station to hotel $115

Pier to hotel $94

Bratislava to Vienna Airport $224

Bratislava to Budapest $540

CESKY KRUMLOV CZECH REPUBLIC


BRATISLAVA SLOVAK REPUBLIC


*From prices are per person, per night in AUD, based on twin share in low season, and include breakfast and taxes. Privately guided tour price based on minimum 2 people with entrance fees paid locally.

*From prices are per person, per night in AUD, based on twin share in low season, and include breakfast and taxes. Privately guided tour price based on minimum 2 people with entrance fees paid locally.

SPOTLIGHT ON CESKY KRUMLOV

Nestled at the base of the Samava forest and hugging the Vltava River, the beauty of Cesky Krumlov is a sight to behold. Over three days, uncover a charming Bohemian town you won’t forget.

DAY 1 Cesky KrumlovUpon arriving in Cesky Krumlov, please make your way to your hotel for check in. The remainder of your day is at leisure.

DAY 2 Cesky Krumlov This morning embark on a walking tour of the city. Wander through the cobblestone streets of the Old Town as you take in the beautiful surroundings. Visit the castle, where you will be rewarded with magnificent views. B

DAY 3 Cesky Krumlov Your tour concludes upon check out from your hotel. B

SPOTLIGHT ON BRATISLAVA

Surrounded by vineyards and the Little Carpathian Mountains and perched along the Danube River, Bratislava is a must-see. Discover a beautiful 18th century Old Town, known for lively bars and café’s during a 3 day stay.

DAY 1 BratislavaUpon arrival in Bratislava, you will be met and transferred to your hotel. After check-in the rest of the day is at leisure.

DAY 2 Bratislava Explore Bratislava on a walking tour of the city. See the city’s main square, with its Old Town Hall, medieval Michael’s Gate and Tower, and imposing castle. Visit the Gothic St. Martin’s Cathedral, whose spire dominates the skyline. B

DAY 3 BratislavaFollowing breakfast, check-out of your hotel and be transferred to the airport for your onward journey. B




2 breakfasts

Guided tour: Walking Tour



2 breakfasts

Guided tour: Walking Tour



Hotel Bellevue **** from $307*

Hotel Ruze ***** from $407


Park Inn Danube Hotel ***

from $398*

Skaritz Hotel & Residence ****

from $408*

CESKY KRUMLOV BRATISLAVA

Sightseeing option

PRIVATE TOUR

Private Walking Tour from $127 per personDiscover this picturesque medieval town set in the heart of the Bohemian countryside. Wander through the cobbled stone streets of the Old Town and visit one of the biggest castles in Central Europe.

Departs Daily (except Mon) at 10.00 (Apr-Oct) Duration 3 hours

Sightseeing option

PRIVATE TOUR

Private Walking Tour from $106 per personDiscover Slovakia’s historic and tenacious capital city. See the beautifully restored Old town with its winding streets, St. Martin’s Cathedral and Government Palace.



Sightseeing options

GROUP TOURS

City Tour from $49 per personA comprehensive tour featuring the highlights of Buda and Pest. See the Fisherman’s Bastion, Gellert Hill, the Citadel, House of Parliament and St. Stephen’s Basilica.

Departs Daily at 10.00 & 14.30 (Jan-Dec) Departs Daily at 11.00 (Apr-Oct) Duration 3 hours

City Tour including the House of Parliament from $108 per personSee all the main sights of Buda and Pest including the Fisherman’s Bastion, Matthias Church, Gellert Hill, the Citadel and St. Stephen’s Basilica. You will also tour the incredible House of Parliament building.

Departs Daily (except Mon) at 09.00, 13.15 (Apr-Oct) Duration 4 hours

Folklore & Budapest by Night Tour from $112 per person Spend an enjoyable evening in the hills of Buda at a traditional Hungarian restaurant with wine and live folklore entertainment. En route to your hotel, stop at the Citadel to see the ‘Paris of the East’ illuminated at night.

Departs Fri & Sat at 19.00 (Jan-Mar, Nov-Dec), Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri & Sat at 19.00 (Apr-Oct) Duration 4 hours

MORE SIGHTSEEING

Szentendre from $78 per personDuration 4.5 hours

Danube Bend from $107 per personDuration 9 hours

BUDAPEST HUNGARY4 Days / Tailor-Made


SPOTLIGHT ON BUDAPEST

A great introduction to the exciting city of Budapest. Uncover the city’s highlights on both sides of the Danube including the spectacular Castle District and the busy downtown area of Vaci Utca. Take a detour outside of Budapest on a trip to the artist’s village of Szentendre.

DAY 1 BudapestUpon arrival in Budapest, you will be met and transferred to your hotel where you can begin your exploration of this enchanting city with an afternoon at leisure.

DAY 2 Budapest Get to know Budapest on a morning city tour. Make your way to the Royal Castle where you will visit Fisherman’s Bastion and Matthias Church. Continue to Gellert Hill and the Citadel from amazing views of the city. Return to the Pest side and see Heroes’ Square before a tour of the neo-gothic Houses of Parliament. B

DAY 3 Budapest / SzentendreJourney north to the quaint artist village of Szentendre, known for its open-air Ethnographic Museum. Wander through the baroque centre of town and enjoy free time to shop before returning to Budapest for a free evening. B

DAY 4 Budapest Enjoy breakfast before checking out of your hotel. You will then be met and transferred to the airport for your onward journey. B


Our recommended hotels1 New York Palace Hotel *****

from $197* per personA grand 19th century building with stunning interiors and luxurious furnishings throughout. The hotel houses the historic New York Café opened in 1894.

2 Hotel Sofitel Chain Bridge ***** from $192* per personA modern, sophisticated hotel featuring elegantly furnished rooms and perfectly located in the heart of vibrant Pest near the Danube River.

3 Prestige Hotel **** from $156* per personLocated in the heart of lively Pest, this elegantly renovated former palace combines classic vintage styling and state-of-the-art facilities. A highlight is the Michelin starred restaurant, Costes Downtown.

4 Hotel K+K Opera **** from $103* per personA first-class recently refurbished hotel. Ideally located next to the Opera House and a short walk to the main pedestrian street of Vaci Utca.

5 Continental Hotel **** from $100* per personThis elegant design hotel combines a great downtown location for exploring the city with warm and inviting interiors for a memorable stay. Great value!

6 Promenade City Hotel *** from $74* per personA stylish and modern designed property, centrally located on the main pedestrian street of Vaci Utca.




3 breakfasts

Guided tours: City tour, Ethnographic Museum



Promenade City Hotel *** from $486*

Hotel K + K Opera **** from $573*Hotel Sofitel Chain Bridge *****

from $856*



Bucharest to Brasov $71

BUDAPEST

City Stay

Sightseeing options

GROUP TOURS

City Tour – On the Traces of Mozart from $57 per person Explore Salzburg, birthplace of Mozart and the setting for “The Sound of Music”. See its impressive Gothic and Baroque monuments including the dominant Hohensalzburg.

Departs Daily at 09.15, 11.00, 12.00, 14.00 & 15.00 Duration 2.5 hours

Sound of Music Tour from $94 per person Journey through breathtaking landscapes made famous by “The Sound of Music”. Visit the Mirabell Gardens where Maria and the children sang ‘Do-Re-Mi’ and the church in Modsee where Maria was married.

Departs Daily at 09.15 & 14.00Duration 4 hours

Lakes & Mountains from $98 per person Experience the beauty of one of Austria’s most beautiful regions, the Lakes District. Visit Fuschl, Castle Huttenstein and the St. Wolfgang, St. Gilgen and Mondsee Lakes.

Departs Daily at 14.00 (May-Oct)Duration 4 hours

Bavarian Alps & Salt Mines from $105 per person Travel through the Bavarian mountains, along the Königseeche valley to reach the 500 year old Saltmines. Wearing traditional miners’ clothing you will descend into the grottos of a magical world. Your adventure finishes with a raft ride on the salt lake, before returning to Salzburg via Berchtesgaden.

Departs Daily at 08.45, 14.00Duration 4.5 hours



Railway station to hotel $179

SALZBURG AUSTRIA4 Days / Tailor-Made

SPOTLIGHT ON SALZBURG

Explore the beautiful alpine city of Salzburg and its surrounds during your 4 day stay. Visit such highlights as Mozart’s birthplace, location from ‘The Sound of Music’ film, the impressive Hohensalzburg fortress and the scenic alpine region.

DAY 1 Salzburg On arrival in Salzburg; make your own way to your chosen hotel.

DAY 2 Salzburg Explore Salzburg, birthplace of Mozart and the setting for “The Sound of Music”. See its impressive Gothic and Baroque monuments including the dominant Hohensalzburg. Choose a morning or afternoon tour and spend the rest of the day at leisure enjoying beautiful Salzburg. B

DAY 3 Salzburg / Lakes District Experience the beauty of one of Austria’s most beautiful regions, the Lakes District. Visit Fuschl, Castle Huttenstein and the St. Wolfgang, St. Gilgen and Mondsee Lakes. B

DAY 4 SalzburgFollowing breakfast your tour concludes upon check out. B


Our recommended hotels1 Hotel Goldener Hirsch *****

from $279* per person This ‘Luxury Collection Hotel’ offers a rich tradition and rooms furnished with original antiques and handmade furniture. Located on the famous Getreidegasse close to Mozart’s birthplace.

2 Radisson Blu Hotel Altstadt ***** from $197* per personA stunning property featuring unique design and style throughout. An ideal, central location just a few steps away from the Salzach River.

3 Hotel Villa Carlton **** from $132* per personA small, charming hotel fully renovated in 2011. Cosy, spacious rooms with modern style décor are a feature of this hotel located near the beautiful Mirabell Gardens.

4 Der Salzburger Hof Hotel **** from $114* per personA unique and warm atmosphere welcomes each traveller at this family run property. Rooms are individually styled, located near the railway station, 15 minutes’ walk to the Old Town.

5 Hotel Amadeus *** from $167* per personA typical 15th century Salzburg old city house converted into a charming hotel. This small hotel is perfectly located in Salzburg’s historical centre.

6 Star Inn Salzburg Zentrum *** from $104* per personA modern and comfortable hotel located within walking distance to all the city’s main attractions.



3 breakfasts

Guided tours: Salzburg City Tour, Lakes & Mountains Tour

Prices from $467 per person twin share

Starr Inn Salzburg Zentrum ***

from $467

Hotel Villa Carlton **** from $551Radisson Blu Hotel Altstadt *****

from $746

* From prices are per person, per night in AUD, based on twin share in low season, and include breakfast and taxes.


SALZBURG

City Stay






VIENNA AUSTRIA4 Days / Tailor-Made

*From prices are per person, per night in AUD based on twin share in low season and include breakfast and taxes. Privately guided tour based on a minimum 2 people.

SPOTLIGHT ON VIENNA

Austria’s majestic capital city, Vienna, is a highlight of any European holiday. This package explores the major historical sights and grand palaces of the city as well as the forested highlands of the Vienna Woods.

DAY 1 ViennaUpon arriving in Vienna, you will be met and transferred to your hotel. Once you have checked in, you can enjoy a free evening.

DAY 2 Vienna Embark on a sightseeing tour of the most significant historical sights of Vienna. Drive along the Ringstrasse and see the State Opera House, Natural History Museum, Hofburg Palace and City Hall. The highlight is a guided tour of Schonbrunn Palace, once the summer residence of the Hapsburg family. B

DAY 3 Vienna Drive through the romantic Helenental Valley as you journey to the southern part of the Vienna Woods to the former Mayerling Hunting Lodge. Enjoy a boat ride on Seagrotte, Europe’s largest subterranean lake. B

DAY 4 ViennaAfter breakfast and hotel check-out you will be transferred to the airport for your further travels. B


Our recommended hotels1 Hotel San Souci *****

from $460* per personThis charismatic hotel offers subtle luxury and a relaxed atmosphere. Located in the trendy Museum Quarter near Hofburg Palace.

2 Hotel Astoria **** from $148* per personA historic hotel, operating since 1912, with old world charm, traditional design and timeless elegance. Located on the Kärtnerstrasse, Vienna’s famous pedestrian street.

3 Hotel Kaiserhof **** from $143* per personThis traditional, elegant hotel offers warm and cosy rooms in a quiet area of Vienna’s historical centre, just minutes away from Vienna State Opera House.

4 Starlight Suites Am Salzgries**** from $114* per personA modern and well-equipped hotel situated just a few minutes walk to St. Stephen’s Cathedral. Each suite includes a separate bedroom and living area with small kitchenette.

5 Hotel Zipser *** from $140* per personA lovely family run property located within walking distance of the Hofburg, Museum quarter and many more of Vienna’s historic attractions.

6 Hotel Stefanie *** from $123* per personThis charming, historic hotel offers 400 years of hotel history, with traditional and cosy room décor. Located in the city’s historic centre, just 10min walk to St. Stephens Cathedral.



3 breakfasts

Guided tours: Group Vienna City Tour and Vienna Woods Tour



Hotel Stefanie *** from $690*

Hotel Kaiserhof **** from $750*

Hotel San Souci ***** from $1,701*

VIENNA. Source Copyright: KHM-Museumsverband

Sightseeing options

PRIVATE TOUR

Private Vienna Walking Tour from $229 per personExplore Vienna by foot on this guided tour of the Austrian capital. See the most important historical and cultural sights in the city centre including the museum quarter, the pedestrian Kärntnerstrasse, the Spanish Riding School and more.


GROUP TOURS

City Tour with Schobrunn Palace from $105 per personA showcase of Vienna’s most significant and historical sights. See the State Opera House, Museum Quarter, Hofburg Palace and Schönbrunn Palace, the former summer residence of the Hapsburg’s.


Vienna Woods - Mayerling from $110 per personDiscover the beauty of the Vienna Woods. Visit the former Mayerling hunting lodge, Cistercian Abbey of Heiligenkreuz and enjoy a boat ride on Seagrotte, Europe’s largest subterranean lake.

Departs Tue, Wed, fri & Sun at 09.15 Duration 4 hours

Romantic Danube Valley from $155 per personA full day excursion where you will experience the beauty of the Wachau Valley on a boat trip along the Danube. Pass charming villages, steep vineyards and old castles. Visitr Kems and Melk with its magnificent Benedictine Abbey.


City Stay





SOFIA BULGARIA3 Days / Tailor-Made

*From prices are per person in AUD, based on twin share in low season.Privately guided tour price based on minimum 2 people.

SPOTLIGHT ON SOFIA

Experience the serenity of laid-back Sofia on a 3 day city break. See the eclectic mix of remarkably manicured gardens and city parks as well as landmarks reflecting more than 2,000 years of history, including Greek, Roman, Ottoman and Soviet occupation.

DAY 1 SofiaUpon arriving in Sofia, you will be met and transferred to your hotel. Once you have checked in, you can enjoy a free evening.

DAY 2 Sofia Get to know the city today on a privately guided walking tour. See the Sofia’s oldest Christian Church; the St. George Rotunda, along with the iconic Alexander Nevsky Cathedral and St. Sofia Church. B

DAY 3 Sofia After breakfast and hotel check-out you will be transferred to the airport for your further travels. B


Our recommended hotels1 Hotel Anel *****

from $108* per personCentrally located in Midtown, this five star hotel features understated rooms with all the essential facilities. Hotel amenities include a bar, rooftop terrace and wellness centre.

2 Rosslyn Central Park Hotel **** from $98* per personSituated near the National Palace of Culture, this contemporary hotel has a great location. A contemporary hotel boasting warm Bulgarian hospitality.

3 Rosslyn Thracia Hotel **** from $94* per personStylish and modern hotel featuring comfortable rooms with Italian décor. Excellently located within walking distance to many sights.

4 Best Western Premier City Hotel **** from $82* per personA short walk from the iconic Alexander Nevsky Cathedral, this laid-back hotel is close to many eateries. Relaxed rooms include all the hallmark facilities of a Best Western property.

5 Sofia Place Hotel *** from $69* per personA small and peaceful hotel, situated in the town centre, close to shopping. Warmly decorated rooms feature all the essentials.

6 Budapest Hotel *** from $55* per personA small hotel, close to the railway station and main sights. This good value hotel offers spacious rooms and modern facilities.



2 breakfasts

Guided tour: CityWalking Tour



Budapest Hotel *** from $364*

Rosslyn Thracia Hotel **** from $442*

Hotel Anel ***** from $470*

SOFIA

Sightseeing options

PRIVATE TOURS

City Walking Tour from $160 per personExperience Bulgaria’s capital on a walking tour of the city. Included highlights are the Alexander Nevsky cathedral, the St. George Rotunda – the oldest Christian church in the city, as well as, the St. Sofia Church which gave its name to the city.


Rila Monastery & Boyana Church from $242 per personEnjoy a picturesque drive to the 10th century Rila Monastery where you can climb the wooden staircases to the monks cells in Hrelyo tower. See Boyana Church, included on the UNESCO World Heritage List.


Plovdiv Day Tour from $247 per personVisit Plovdiv, Bulgaria’s second largest city, for a walking tour through the cobblestone streets of the Old Town and see the Catholic Cathedral and 2nd century Roman Theatre.


Folklore Dinner from $91 per personVisit at typical folk-style restaurant where you will enjoy magnificent Bulgarian cuisine and a folklore show.


SOFIA

City Stay


Sightseeing options

PRIVATE TOURS

Private Classic City Tour from $205 per personExplore the enticing city of Bucharest with a private guide. See the Opera House, Cotoceni Palace, Revolution Square, Palace of Parliament and the open-air Village Museum.

Departs Daily at 9.00 Departs 7 hours

Prahova Valley including Peles & Bran Castles from $397 per personJourney into the Carpathian Mountains to discover the treasures and legends of Romania. Visit magnificent Peles Castle, Sinaia Monastery, Brasov and Bran Castle, home to Bram Stoker’s Dracula.

Departs Wed – Sun at 08.00 Duration 12 hours

BUCHAREST ROMANIA3 Days / Tailor-Made

*Hotel from prices are per person, per night in AUD, based on twin share in low season, and include breakfast and taxes. Privately guided tour price based on minimum 2 people.

SPOTLIGHT ON BUCHAREST

Explore the beauty of Bucharest. An intriguing city that is blossoming into a unique Eastern Europe capital. During this three day city stay, learn of the city’s historic charm and energetic nightlife scene.

DAY 1 BucharestUpon your arrival in Bucharest you will be met and transferred to your hotel for check-in. Begin your discovery of this remarkable city with an afternoon of free time.

DAY 2 Bucharest Get to know Bucharest on a private city tour. Explore Cismigiu Park; see the Opera House, and Cotoceni Palace, the residence of the Romanian President. Next, tour the Palace of Parliament

the second largest administrative building in the world. Continue to the 17th century Archbishop’s Church and Victoria Square before finishing with the Natural History Museum. B

DAY 3 Bucharest Enjoy breakfast before checking out of your hotel. An included transfer will take you to the airport for your onward journey. B


Our recommended hotels1 Hotel Epoque *****

from $168* per personThis deluxe property is an oasis in the heart of the city. Suites offer separate sleeping and living areas designed in a unique style with an overriding feeling of luxury and serenity.

2 Radisson Blu Hotel **** from $139* per personThis large, elegant five-star luxury property offers all the services and facilities of the Radisson chain. Perfectly located in the heart of the city.

3 Park Inn by Radisson **** from $138* per personSmall, luxury boutique hotel incorporating modern style and classical architecture. A change to the large chains, the hotel offers an intimate atmosphere and all the comforts you require. A Beyond Travel favourite!

4 Moxa Boutique Hotel **** from $71* per personA great value hotel with old-world charm, offering cozy rooms within a short walk to Cismigiu Garden.

5 Hotel Central *** from $68* per personA modern hotel with contemporary design offering good value accommodation. Situated just a few minutes walk from the Old City.




2 breakfasts

Guided tours: Classic City Tour



Hotel Central *** from $405*

Moxa Boutique Hotel **** from $411*

Radisson Blu Hotel ***** from $547*


Airport/railway station to hotel $64

Bucharest to Brasov $329

BUCHAREST

TRANSYLVANIA DISCOVERY Tailor-Made

4 Days Bucharest to Bucharest from $2,130 per person twin share

2020 daily departures

Discover the mystical Transylvanian region of Romania on a 4 day Tailor-Made tour. Uncover the capital of Bucharest on city tour, learn of the legend of Count Dracula on a visit to Bran Castle and explore Brasov, flanked by the imposing Carpathian Mountains. Visit the medieval town of Sighisoara, a UNESCO World Heritage Listed site and cross the Liar’s Bridge in Sibiu before returning to Bucharest.

Inclusions




Guided tours: Bucharest, Brasov, Sighisoara and Sibiu; transportation by air-conditioned vehicle


City Stay




WARSAW POLAND3 Days / Tailor-Made

*From prices are per person, per night in AUD, based on twin share in low season, and include breakfast and taxes. Privately guided tour price based on minimum 2 people.

SPOTLIGHT ON WARSAW

Discover the many faces of Poland’s lively capital city on this 3 day tour of Warsaw. Marvel at the Old Town, completely rebuilt after the devastation of World War II, experience the ghetto district or learn of the history surrounding the autumn 1944 Warsaw Uprising.

DAY 1 WarsawUpon arriving in Warsaw, you will be met by your driver and transferred to your hotel for check-in. Enjoy an evening at leisure where you can start your discovery of this impressive city.

DAY 2 Warsaw Tour the Royal Route which showcase remarkable aristocratic residences, historic churches and baroque sculptures. Enjoy the sights of the

Old Town, Castle Square, Chopin’s Monument and the Holy Cross Church. See the sobering reminders of Warsaw’s 20th century history, including the Ghetto Memorial. Finish with a visit to the Royal Park, commonly known as Lasienki. B

DAY 3 Warsaw After breakfast, check out of your hotel and transfer to the airport for your onward journey. B


Our recommended hotels1 Hotel Sofitel

Warsaw Victoria ***** from $208* per personA luxury hotel featuring elegantly styled rooms, perfectly located overlooking Saxon Gardens and within a short walk to the Old Town.

2 Novotel Centrum **** from $175* per personLocated within a 5 minute walk from the Central Train Station, with historic sites, monuments, shops and cultural institutions close by for great sightseeing.

3 Mamaison Residence Diana **** from $108* per personStylish serviced suites in a restored 19th century building, located in a beautiful and prestigious part of the city centre not far from the Old Town.

4 Polonia Palace Hotel **** from $93* per personA former mansion, this grand hotel has style and character throughout. Located only 15mins walk to the Old Town. A Beyond Travel favourite!

5 Golden Tulip Warsaw Centre *** from $98* per personA quality hotel for the budget conscious traveller, offering modern interiors. Located in central Warsaw, just 15 minutes walk to the city’s main attractions or a 5 minute tram ride.

6 Hotel Metropol *** from $62* per personA comfortable hotel, located downtown close to the railway station.



2 breakfasts

Guided tour: Private City Tour



Hotel Metropol *** from $310*

Polonia Palace Hotel **** from $372*

Hotel Sofitel Warsaw Victoria *****

from $602*

WARSAW

Sightseeing options

GROUP TOUR

Group City Tour from $76 per personTour the impressive aristocratic residences, historic churches and baroque sculptures of Warsaw’s Royal Route. See the Old Town, Castle Square, Chopin’s Monument, the Ghetto Memorial and the monument to commemorate the Warsaw uprising.

Departs Daily at 10.00 & 14.00 Duration 3.5 hours

PRIVATE TOURS

City Tour from $123 per personA private tour of the Old Town which includes the Royal Castle Square, St. John’s Cathedral, Market Square, the Barbican and the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier.


City Tour with Royal Castle from $207 per personEnjoy a private tour of the Warsaw’s highlights including the Old Town, Royal Castle Square, St. John’s Cathedral, Market Square, the Barbican and the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. Your tour includes entrance to the Royal Castle, which partly dates back to the 14th century.


Jewish Heritage Tour from $296 per personBefore WWII Warsaw had the second largest Jewish community in Europe, with your guide see what remains of their culture and heritage. Visit Umschlagplatz Wall, the Monument to the Warsaw Ghetto Heroes, the Jewish Cemetery and Nozyk Synagogue.



City Stay


Sightseeing options

GROUP TOURS

City Tour from $93 per personDiscover the highlights of Krakow including the Jewish quarter, Wawel Castle and Market Square, the largest town square in Europe.


Traces of Jewish Culture from $138 per personExplore Kazimierz, the historical centre of Krakow’s Jewish life. See the Old Synagogue, the Remuh Synagogue and cemetery and the locations that appear in ‘Schindler’s List’.

Departs Wed & Sun at 08.35 Duration 4 hours

Auschwitz-Birkenau from $93 per personThe former concentration camp is a sombre memorial of the Holocaust and the atrocities of WWII.

Departs Daily at various times Duration 7 hours

Wieliczka Salt Mine from $93 per person

Wieliczka - one of the oldest salt mines in Europe – has been in operation for at least 700 years. Take the underground tourist route to see 2.5km of galleries, chambers and chapels carved in salt.

Departs Daily at 08.35 (Jan-Dec), 17.00 (May-Aug) Duration 4 hours

Zakopane & the Tatra Mountains from $161 per personTour Zakopane, the winter capital of Poland, and see its splendid natural scenery and rich folk culture. Your tour includes a funicular to the top of Mount Gublowka.

Departs Wed & Sat at 08.35 Duration 10 hours

KRAKOW POLAND4 Days / Tailor-Made


SPOTLIGHT ON KRAKOW

Explore the ancient capital of Poland, with its outstanding architecture, galleries and monuments. Visit the city’s historical centre and Jewish quarter that make Krakow a must-see destination all year round.

DAY 1 KrakowUpon arrival in Krakow, you will be met and transferred to your hotel for check in. Venture in to town tonight to begin your discovery of this historic city.

DAY 2 Krakow Discover the beautiful, historic, and culture-packed city of Kraków by bus and by foot. Walk the streets of the former Jewish district before driving to Wawel Hill to see the Royal castle and 14th century Cathedral. Continue to the Main Market Square featuring the large Gothic Cloth Hall and St. Mary’s Church. B

DAY 3 Krakow / WieliczkaToday you’ll visit Wieliczka Salt Mine, one of the oldest salt mines in Europe that has been in operation for more than 700 years. Explore the UNESCO site as you descend 400 steps and see the many magnificent salt lakes hidden inside. B

DAY 4 KrakowEnjoy breakfast this morning before checking out of your hotel. An included transfer will take you to the airport for you further travels. B


Our recommended hotels1 Hotel Pod Roza *****

from $166* per personKrakow’s oldest hotel offers a charming and unique stay in the heart of Krakow, just 200m from the Old Town Square.

2 Wentzl Hotel **** from $149* per personA unique and charming boutique hotel exuding character and a cosy ambiance. Located on the Main Market Square.

3 Hotel Senacki **** from $100* per personA historic building which has been restored to its former glory and features traditional designed interiors. Located close to Old Town Square, overlooking the Church of Peter and Paul.

4 Hotel Amadeus **** from $94* per personA charming property located in the centre of Krakow’s Old Town. Cosy rooms feature furnishings inspired by the baroque period. A Beyond Travel favourite!

5 Hotel Classic *** from $90* per personA modern and simple hotel, located only a short walk to Old Town Square.

6 Hotel Columbus *** from $69* per personA colonial style hotel with spacious and comfortable rooms located in the trendy Jewish Quarter. A fantastic option for the traveller on a budget.



3 breakfasts

Guided tours: Krakow City Tour, Wieliczka Salt Mine



Hotel Classic *** from $525*

Hotel Senacki **** from $555*

Hotel Pod Roza ***** from $753*




Krakow to Warsaw $705

KRAKOW

City Stay

Sightseeing options

GROUP TOURS

Hop On Hop Off Grand Circle from $43 per personEnjoy the sights of Munich aboard an open top double-decker bus, see Marienplatz, Nymphenburg Palace and the Olympic Park.

Departs Daily between 10.00 & 15.00 (Jan-Mar & Nov-Dec)Daily between 09.40 & 16.00 (Mar-Oct) Duration 1 Day

The Romantic Road from $102 per personJourney along the famed Romantic Road, visiting Harburg, the hop growing region of Hallertau and the perfectly preserved medieval town of Rothenburg.

Departs Sun & Wed at 08.30 (Apr-Dec), Sat at 08.30 (9 May-6 Sep) Duration 11 hours

MORE SIGHTSEEING

The Royal Castles: Neuschwanstein & Linderhof from $107 per personThis tour offers you fast tracked access into the castle for your tour of King Ludwig II’s fairytale castles and includes a stop at the village of Oberammergau.Departs Daily at 08.30 Duration 10.5 hours

Dachau – Memorial Site from $54 per personUncover the history behind the Nazi regime walk through the remaining buildings and watch an educational film. Departs Mon, Thu & Sun at 09.00 Duration 6.5 hours




MUNICH GERMANY4 Days / Tailor-Made

*From prices are per person per night in AUD, based on twin share in low season and include breakfast and taxes.

SPOTLIGHT ON MUNICH

Over 4 days discover Munich, a city famous for its art treasures, traditional costumes, haute cuisine, beer gardens, opera and nightlife! Also visit the fairytale castle of Neuschwanstein, often referred to as Cinderella’s Castle!!

DAY 1 MunichUpon arriving in Munich, you will be met and transferred your hotel for check-in. Tonight, enjoy an evening at leisure.

DAY 2 Munich Take in Munich’s incredible sights on a Hop On Hop Off Bus tour today. See Marienplatz, the Palace of Nymphenhurg and Olympic Park. Your ticket is valid for 24hrs. B

DAY 3 Munich Today you will visit two of King Ludwig II’s dream castles: Neuschwanstein and Linderhof. Experience the magic of Bavaria as you tour these two impressive castles. On your way back enjoy a stop in the small town of Oberammergau, famed for the decennial passion play. B

DAY 4 MunichAfter breakfast, check out of your hotel and transfer to the airport for your onward journey. B


Our recommended hotels1 Sofitel Munich

Bayerpost ***** from $226* per personA grand hotel featuring innovative interiors highlighted by natural materials, located in the city centre close to Marienplatz and all the city’s highlights.

2 Platzl Hotel **** from $177* per personA charming property located in the very heart of historic Munich near to the famous Hofbrauhaus. You will be greeted with an elegant blend of traditional Bavarian elements with modern conveniences and comfort.

3 Eden Hotel Wolff **** from $159* per personFounded in 1890, this traditional hotel offers charming rooms which complement the building’s historic features. Perfectly located within walking distance to the Old Town.

4 Mercure Hotel Munich City Centre **** from $135* per personA quality first class hotel offering large and modern rooms just within a short walk from the historic city centre.

5 King’s Hotel Center *** from $95* per personFriendly hospitality and inviting décor featuring bespoke furnishings await you at this lovely hotel located in the centre of Munich.

6 Creatif Hotel Elephant *** from $69* per personA great hotel for the budget traveller offering modern décor with a creative flair. Perfectly located within walking distance to Munich’s most popular sights.



3 breakfasts

Guided tours: Hop On Hop Off Tour, The Royal Castles: Neuschwanstein & Linderhof



Creatif Hotel Elephant *** from $538*Mercure Hotel Munich City Centre ****

from $736*


MUNICH

38 / BEYOND TRAVEL – WE’RE PASSIONATE AND HERE TO HELP YOU CHOOSE THE RIGHT HOLIDAY

City Stay


Our recommended hotels1 The Westin Grand Hotel *****

from $165* per personA stunning property with elegant design and décor. Perfectly situated on the historic Friedrichstrasse, just moments away from the Brandenburg Gate.

2 Radisson Blu Hotel ***** from $122* per personA contemporary hotel with an impressive lobby showcasing the world’s largest cylindrical aquarium. Located opposite Berlin Cathedral close to the River Spree.

3 Scandic Berlin Potsdamer Platz **** from $102* per personA modern first-class hotel near Potsdamer Platz, Berlin’s entertainment district. Contemporary Scandinavian design is a feature of the hotel’s stylish interiors.

4 Hotel Indigo Alexanderplatz **** from $100* per personThis modern and fresh hotel offers striking contemporary interiors in warm inviting colours, situated in a fantastic location near Alexanderplatz.

5 Leonardo Royal Hotel Berlin Alexanderplatz **** from $73* per personA superb first-class property with stylish design throughout, perfectly located in the vibrant district “Mitte”, near the famous Alexanderplatz. Fantastic Value!

6 Holiday Inn Express Berlin City Centre *** from $69* per personA comfortable hotel with bright and spacious rooms, ideally located a short 10 minute walk to Potsdamer Platz and Checkpoint Charlie.

Sightseeing options

GROUP TOURS

City Circle – Hop On Hop Off from $61 per personEnjoy the sights of Berlin with the freedom of this Hop On Hop Off tour. With over 20 stops, this tour includes Brandenburg Gate, Checkpoint Charlie, Reichstag, Charlottenburg Palace and much more. Ticket valid for 2 consecutive days.

Departs Daily between 10.00-17.00 (Nov-Mar) 10.00-18.00 (Apr-Oct)

Potsdam & Sanssouci Palace from $82 per personExplore Potsdam, an old garrison town famous for its 18th century palaces. Tour the Rococo Palace of Sanssouci, a favourite refuge of the Prussian King Friedrich II.

Departs Sat, Sun at 10.00 (Jan-Mar & Nov-Dec), Daily (except Mon) at 10.00 (Apr-Oct) Duration 4 hours

Departs Daily except Mon at 10.00 (Apr-Oct) Duration 4 hours

Discover Berlin from $32 per personSee the city’s famous sights by foot, including sections of the Berlin Wall, Brandenburg Gate and the Reichstag.

Departs Daily at 10.30 & 14.00 (Apr-Oct) Duration 4 hours

East Berlin and the Cold War from $32 per personTour Cold War Berlin and hear about Berlin’s divided days, communism, secret police and the Berlin Wall.

Departs Sat at 10.00 (Nov-Mar), Tue & Sat at 10.00 (Apr-Oct) Duration 4 hours

Sachsenhausen Concentration Camp from $32 per personOver 50,000 victims of the Nazis perished in Sachsenhausen. Your guide will provide an insightful account of the creation, life and liberation of the camp.

Departs Daily (except Mon) at 10.00 (Nov-Mar)Daily at 10.00 (Apr-Oct) Duration 6 hours

BERLIN GERMANY5 Days / Tailor-Made


GRAND BERLIN

With much to see and do in Berlin, this package is the perfect way to explore this exciting city. From the west of the city to the new and vibrant east, you will see the modern and historic Berlin which captures the imagination of so many travellers.

DAY 1 BerlinUpon your arrival in Berlin, you will be met and transferred to your hotel for check-in. This evening is free for you to begin your discovery of this vibrant city.

DAY 2 Berlin – City Circle Tour Get to know Berlin during your Hop On Hop Off tour today. See Potsdamerplatz, Checkpoint Charlie, the Bradenburg Gate and Charlottenburg Palace at your own pace with your 48hr ticket. B

DAY 3 BerlinExplore the former Royal City of Potsdam, a UNESCO site that is home

to splendid palaces and parks. Tour Sanssouci Palace, the favourite refuge of Prussia’s King Frederick II. B

DAY 4 BerlinSee the city’s landmark sights on a comprehensive walking tour. Visit the still intact sections of the Berlin Wall, the Reichstag, ‘Unter den Linden’ boulevard and Berlin Cathedral, and many more. B

DAY 5 BerlinAfter breakfast and hotel check-out you will be transferred to the airport for your onward journey. B




4 breakfasts

Guided tours: City Circle Tour, Potsdam & Sanssouci Palace, Discover Berlin


Prices from $616* per person twin shareHoliday Inn Express Berlin City Centre ***

from $616*

Hotel Indigo Alexanderplatz ****

from $740*

The Westin Grand Hotel *****

from $1,000*


Airport to Hotel $165

Railway Station to Hotel $139

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Sightseeing options

PRIVATE TOURS

Old Town Walking Tourfrom $89 per person Explore the beauty and charm of Tallinn, where distinctive medieval architecture and character remain. See the old city walls, Old Town, Toompea Castle and Dome Cathedral.


Kadriorg Park & KUMU Art Museum from $200 per person Tour beautiful Kadriorg Park, just a short distance from Tallinn. Return to Tallinn to visit the highly awarded KUMU Art Museum, one of the largest in Northern Europe.

Departs Daily (except Mon) at 10.00 Duration 3 hours

Rocca-al-Mare Open Air Museumfrom $200 per person Experience rural Estonia at the Rocca-al-Mare Museum. Wander through the wooden farmsteads, churches and windmills that represent life in various regions from the 17th-19th centuries.


Lahemaa National Parkfrom $376 per person Visit stunning Lahemaa National Park where lakes, rivers and unspoilt bays characterise the forested northern coast. Visit restored manor houses and the historic village of Altja.



Airport / railway station / port to hotel $71

Tallinn to Riga $564

TALLINN ESTONIA3 Days / Tailor-Made

*From prices are per person, per night in AUD, based on twin share in low season, and include breakfast and taxes.Privately guided tour price based on minimum 2 people.

SPOTLIGHT ON TALLINN

Discover Tallinn, an authentic medieval gem, on this three day package of the Estonian capital. Explore the Upper Town on Toompea Hill which provides fantastic views of the city, and the Lower Town, almost completely surrounded by the 2.5km city walls.

DAY 1 TallinnUpon arriving in Tallinn, you will be met and transferred to your hotel for check-in. Your evening is at leisure.

DAY 2 TallinnGet to know Tallinn as you explore the Old Town on foot. Your tour takes you around the old city walls and through the cobblestone streets where you will see Toompea Castle, Dome Cathedral and the Gothic 14th century Town Hall. B

DAY 3 TallinnAfter breakfast and check-out, you will be transferred to the airport for your onward journey. B


Our recommended hotels1 Telegraaf Hotel *****

from $195* per person A “Small Luxury Hotel of the World” which exudes elegance and sophistication. Close to the Town Hall Square in Tallinn’s Old Town.

2 Savoy Boutique Hotel ***** from $145* per personA small hotel with beautifully styled rooms. Located in the Old Town. Fantastic value!

3 Hotel Schloessle **** from $153* per personA delightful boutique hotel with unique styling in every room, nestled in the heart of the Old Town.

4 Hotel Palace **** from $109* per personAfter a complete renovation in 2014, this well-located hotel is excellent value. The elegant rooms pay homage to the history of the building whilst including all the modern features needed for todays savvy travellers.

5 My City Hotel **** from $104* per personA great hotel with classic décor and spacious rooms, perfectly located in the Old Town. A Beyond Travel favourite!

6 L’Ermitage Hotel **** from $70* per personA modern hotel with stylish interiors, located just a 5 minute walk to Tallinn’s historic centre.



2 breakfasts

Guided tour: Old Town Walking Tour



My City Hotel **** from $368*

Savoy Boutique Hotel ***** from $444*


TALLINN

TALLINN

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SPOTLIGHT ON RIGA

Explore the Baltic region’s largest city, where the cosmopolitan atmosphere and historic setting blend effortlessly. See the impressive Art Nouveau architecture, beautiful central city parks and quaint Old Town.

DAY 1 RigaUpon arriving in Riga you will be met and transferred to your hotel for check-in. Tonight, enjoy an evening at leisure where you can begin your discovery of this vibrant city.

DAY 2 RigaEnjoy a Walking Tour of Riga’s Old Town where you will see Riga Castle, Dome Cathedral and St. Peter’s Church. B

DAY 3 Riga After breakfast and check out of your hotel, meet your driver who will transfer you to the airport for your onward journey. B

Sightseeing options

PRIVATE TOURS

Old Town Walking Tour from $89 per personDiscover the cosmopolitan Latvian capital with its historic old town and beautiful parklands. See Riga Castle, Dome Cathedral and St. Peter’s Church which offers panoramic city views.


Ethnographical Open Air Museum from $188 per personSet amongst pine forests on the shores of Lake Jugla is Europe’s oldest open-air museum. See the farmsteads, churches, windmills and fishing villages which have been relocated to the museum for preservation.


Gauja National Park from $341 per personGauja National Park covers more than 900sqkm of an area known as ‘Livonian Switzerland’. Explore the parks picturesque landscapes, medieval castles and flora and fauna already extinct in other areas.


Rundale Palace from $353 per personVisit the 18th century Rundale Palace, built by Francesco Rastrelli who also designed St. Petersburg’s Winter Palace. Tour the palace interior which has been carefully restored to its former glory.


RIGA LATVIA3 Days / Tailor-Made

*From prices are per person, per night in AUD, based on twin share in low season, and include breakfast and taxes. Privately guided tour price based on minimum 2 people.


Our recommended hotels1 Grand Palace Hotel *****

from $153* per personThis ‘Leading Hotel of the World’ is a luxurious 5 star property with old world charm. Wonderfully located, just 200 metres from the Dome Cathedral.

2 Hotel Neiburgs ***** from $142* per personAn exquisite combination of historical heritage and contemporary design with apartment style rooms offering small kitchenettes. Located in the heart of Old Riga. A Beyond Travel favourite!

3 Hotel Opera & Spa **** from $82* per personA first-class hotel with modern furnishings. Close to the Opera House and Old Town.

4 Raddison Hotel Old Town **** from $80* per personThis important 19th century building has been converted to a well-appointed first class hotel, with a perfect location for exploring Riga by foot.

5 Avalon Hotel **** from $76* per personA classic, modern hotel conveniently located within walking distance of the Old Town and coach station.

6 Gutenburg Hotel *** from $55* per personA restored printing factory creates the backdrop for this charmingly quaint hotel. Located in the heart of Old Riga.



2 breakfasts




Gutenburg Hotel *** from $258*

Avalon Hotel **** from $300*

Hotel Neiburgs ***** from $432*

Private transfer Per vehicle (1-2 pax)Airport to hotel $59Railway/bus station to hotel $59Riga to Tallinn $564Riga to Vilnius $517Riga to Vilnius including stop at Hill of Crosses $658

RIGA


RIGA

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Sightseeing tours

PRIVATE TOURS

Old Town Walking Tourfrom $89 per person Discover one of Europe’s most charming old towns. Visit Vilnius Cathedral, Gediminas Tower, the Old University and the Gates of the Dawn.


Trakai Castle from $124 per person This well preserved, red brick Gothic castle is located on an island in Lake Galve in Trakai National Park. Explore the small town of Trakai, the old Lithuanian Capital, and its impressive lakeside castle.

Departs Daily (except Mon) at 10.00 Duration 4 hours

Kaunasfrom $376 per person Explore Lithuania’s second largest city with a vibrant atmosphere and beautiful Old Town. See the 13th century Kaunus Castle, the Basilica, Vitautas Church and Perkunas House.

Departs Daily (Except Sun & Mon) at 10.00 Duration 6 hours

Druskininkai National Parkfrom $388 per person Discover the beauty of Druskininkai National Park, the largest in Lithuania. Explore the park and the township of Druskininkai which, due to its mineral springs, is now a famous health resort.




Railway/bus station to hotel $59

Vilnius to Riga $517

Vilnius to Riga including stop at Hill of Crosses $658

VILNIUS LITHUANIA3 Days / Tailor-Made

*From prices are per person, per night in AUD, based on twin share in low season, and include breakfast and taxes.Privately guided tour price based on minimum 2 people.

SPOTLIGHT ON VILNIUS

Discover the beauty of the largest Baroque Old Town in Northern Europe, listed as a World Heritage site by UNESCO. A few days spent in this capital and you will understand its unique appeal as you get lost in the maze of cobbled streets.

DAY 1 VilniusWelcome to Vilnius! Upon your arrival, you will be met by your driver who will transfer you to your hotel for check-in.

DAY 2 VilniusToday wander the cobblestone streets as you wind your way through the Old Town on your walking tour. See Vilnius’ historic highlights, such as; Vilnius Cathedral, Gediminas Tower, the Old University and the Gates of the Dawn. B

DAY 3 VilniusYour tour concludes with a departure transfer to the airport. B


Our recommended hotels1 Radisson Blu Hotel

Astorija ***** from $194* per person An elegant hotel with all the facilities of the Radisson chain. Combining old world charm and modern comfort this hotel is ideally located in the Old Town.

2 Imperial Hotel **** from $125* per personA 16th century building with beautifully appointed rooms that blend comfort and style. Great location in the old town between the Cathedral and Gates of Dawn.

3 Artis Centrum Hotel **** from $98* per personJust a short 5 minute walk to the old town square, this quality hotel, housed in a renovated 19th century building, offers spacious rooms and excellent facilities.

4 Neringa Hotel **** from $89* per personA modern hotel with light and spacious rooms. Perfectly located on Gedimino Avenue in the centre of Vilnius.

5 Hotel Congress *** from $77* per personA clean and comfortable hotel with spacious, classically furnished rooms, located 15 minutes from the historic centre.

6 City Hotel Algirdas *** from $60* per personRelaxed, comfortable hotel for the budget conscious, located near the railway station. Scandinavian designed, well appointed rooms contain all facilities required for a pleasant visit.



2 breakfasts




City Hotel Algirdas *** from $268*

Artis Centrum Hotel **** from $344*Radisson Blue Hotel Astorija *****

from $536*


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City Stay


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