Best Of Europe 11 Night - 12 Day Package

Package Overview

On this tour, travel to the beautiful cities of mainland Europe extensively. Get close to the sights and sounds of different cultures and feel the pristine beauty that nature has to offer. Get the opportunity to buy the most famous chocolates, crystals, watches, clothing and a lot more from different shops in different cities across the continent. With an experienced tour manager to stay with you all through, your tour will be a truly memorable one !!!

Day wise Itinerary

• Day 1 : ARRIVAL AT PARIS Meals on Board, Packed Dinner Welcome to Paris, France!!!

  Assemble at Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport 4 hours before boarding the flight where you will meet our tour coordinator. After a short briefing, complete your immigration formalities and proceed to board the flight to Dubai at 0945 hours. Reach Dubai International Airport at 1310 hours and proceed to board the connecting flight to Paris at 1440 hours. Arrive Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport at around 2000 hours.
  Today we arrive at one of the most beautiful and fashionable capitals of Europe Paris!!! On arrival in Paris, complete the immigration formalities and proceed directly to the hotel for check in.
  Meals: Meals on Board, Packed Dinner
  Overnight in Paris

  • Themes Sightseeing
• Day 2 : PARIS - Versailles Palace (optional), City Tour, Louvre Museum, Eiffel Tower (3rd Level), Seine River Cruise | Breakfast, Light Snacks, Dinner

  Breakfast at the hotel.
  Today you have the option of visiting the Versailles Palace (optional), the principal royal residence of France from 1682, under Louis XIV, until the start of the French Revolution in 1789, under Louis XVI. It is located in the department of Yvelines, in the region of Ile-de-France, about 20 kilometers southwest of the centre of Paris. Later the coach will take you around Paris for a panoramic tour with a local guide where you will see all its cultural and architectural glory and see the Place de La Concorde, L'Arc de Triomphe, Champs Elysees.
  Later proceed to the Louvre Museum to visit one of the most famous and historic attractions in Paris.The Louvre Museum is the building that is not only important for Paris as a city but for whole world housing the valuable pieces of art from many cultures and nations.
  In the evening, you will proceed to climb on to the 3rd Level of the Eiffel Tower, the iconic symbol of the city.The Eiffel Tower is an iron lattice tower located on the Champ de Mars in Paris, France. It was named after the engineer Alexandre Gustave Eiffel, whose company designed and built the tower. Erected in 1889 as the entrance arch to the 1889 World's Fair, it was initially criticized by some of France's leading artists and intellectuals for its design, but has become both a global cultural icon of France and one of the most recognizable structures in the world. The tower is the tallest structure in Paris and the most-visited paid monument in the world.
  In the evening, board the cruise and enjoy an hour on the River Seine. The Seine River Cruise is a very popular way to see Paris and one we always recommend to visitors to the city. As you float along the Seine River, it allows you to take in many of the highlights of the city - the Louvre, the Eiffel Tower, the Musée d'Orsay, Notre Dame Cathedral, etc. Many of Paris's most famous and important buildings, bridges and attractions can be seen from the river. The river viewpoint also allows you to gain some good insight into the city's history, evolution and architecture. In fact, the banks of the Seine in Paris were inscribed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1991. Later, the entire group will enjoy Indian Dinner in the restaurant and return back to the hotel to rest.
  Meals: Breakfast, Light Snacks, Dinner
  Overnight in Paris

  • Themes Monuments & Historical Places, Museums
• Day 3 : PARIS-HEIDELBERG | Breakfast, Light Snacks, Dinner

  Breakfast at the Hotel and check out early.
  Today the road will take you towards one of the most beautiful and fashionable journeys through Europe as you proceed to Heidelberg. Enjoy and relax in your comfortable coach while enjoying the scenic beauty of the European countryside. Dinner at a Local Indian Restaurant.
  Meals: Breakfast, Light Snacks, Dinner
  Overnight in Heidelberg

  • Themes Sightseeing
• Day 4 : HEIDELBERG - Heidelberg Castle - BLACK FOREST REGION

  Cuckoo Clock Factory, Rhine Falls - ENGELBERG | Breakfast, Light Snacks, Dinner
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  Breakfast at the Hotel and proceed to Heidelberg Castle.
  Heidelberg Castle is a ruin in Germany and a landmark of Heidelberg, located 80 meters (260 ft) up the northern part of the Königstuhl hillside and thereby dominates the view of the old downtown. The castle ruins are among the most important Renaissance structures north of the Alps and has only been partially rebuilt since its demolition in the 17th and 18th centuries.
  Then continue your journey through the Black Forest Region to visit the Druba Clock Factory (Cuckoo Clock). The first cuckoo clock from the Black Forest was made near the Titisee in the 17th century. In the beginning, these clocks were unadorned and geared for practical use, but with increasing popularity, they became more and more artful and decorative. Over the years the clock makers from the Black Forest continued to refine and develop the clocks until they attained the quality that we know today. These cuckoo clocks are still manufactured by hand in domestic production today and represent a tradition of premium quality craftsmanship from the Black Forest. Finally, travel all the way to the biggest waterfall in Europe - almighty Rhine Falls and enjoy a boat cruise before we finally reach Engelberg.If time permits, you can also explore Zurich with a short orientation.
  Meals: Breakfast, Light Snacks, Dinner
  Overnight in Engelberg

  • Themes Castles
• Day 5 : ENGELBERG - Mt. Titlis, Orientation of Lucerne | Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

  Breakfast at the hotel.
  Today, it's time for you to visit the famous Mt. Titlis.
  Mt. Titlis is a mountain of the Uri Alps, located on the border between the cantons of Obwalden and Berne. At 3,238 metres above sea level, it is the highest summit of the range north of the Susten Pass, between the Bernese Oberland and Central Switzerland.
  Also enjoy an adventure ride on the World's 1st Revolving Cable Car ride to the heights of Mt. Titlis. The roundcar with panoramic windows and a rotating floor, offering a turning view now rises in a number of spots around the world but Mt Titlis is the father of the "rotair". The Rotair gondola car has been updated since the original. The rotating car is only on the last of three separate cables from Engelberg taking 40 minutes to make the full trip with the last throw over the jagged crags of deep permanent glacier ice a five-minute ride making a 360 degree turn. You will also be visiting Ice Grotto.
  Once back to the mainland, proceed to Lucerne for a short orientation tour and see the famous Lion Monument and Kappelbrucke Wooden Bridge.
  The Lion Monument commemorates the Swiss Guards who were massacred in 1792 during the French Revolution, when revolutionaries stormed the Tuileries Palace in Paris, France. Mark Twain praised the sculpture of a mortally wounded lion as "the most mournful and moving piece of stone in the world.
  The Kappelbrucke Bridge is unique since it contains a number of interior paintings dating back to the 17th century, although many of them were destroyed along with most of the centuries-old bridge in a 1993 fire. Subsequently restored, it is the oldest wooden covered bridge in Europe, as well as the world's oldest surviving truss bridge. It serves as the city's symbol and as one of Switzerland's main tourist attractions. Evening free at leisure in Engelberg. Dinner at a local Indian Restaurant.
  Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
  Overnight in Engelberg

  • Themes Cable Car
• Day 6 : ENGELBERG - Mt. Jungfraujoch (optional) | Breakfast, Light Snacks, Dinner

  Breakfast at the hotel.
  Today you will visit Mt. Jungfraujoch by taking a Cogwheel Train from Lauterbrunnen to Europe's highest railway station Jungfraujoch via Kleine Scheidegg station. On top, you will have a chance to visit the Ice Palace with Ice sculptures and Sphinx Terrace. On the way back in the evening, stop in the valley and visit Interlaken for an orientation tour. Then proceed for dinner at an Indian Restaurant.
  Meals: Breakfast, Light Snacks, Dinner
  Overnight in Engelberg

  • Themes Sightseeing
• Day 7 : ENGELBERG – VADUZ - Orientation Tour, Tram Ride (optional), Swarovski Crystal World - INNSBRUCK | Breakfast, Light Snacks, Dinner

  Breakfast at the Hotel.
  Continue your journey to Innsbruck, Austria via Vaduz, Liechtenstein.
  The most prominent landmark of Vaduz is Vaduz Castle, the home of the reigning prince of Liechtenstein and the Liechtenstein princely family. The castle is visible from almost any location in Vaduz, being perched atop a steep hill in the middle of the city. The Cathedral of St. Florin, Government House and City Hall are also well-known landmarks, displaying the various styles and periods of architecture that the city is known for.
  Explore the city with an Orientation Tour where you can also hop on the Tram Ride (optional). En route to Innsbruck, stop at Wattens to visit the Swarovski Crystal World. Upon arrival at Innsbruck, if time permits, you will be given a short orientation tour. Then proceed to hotel for check-in.
  Meals: Breakfast, Light Snacks, Dinner
  Overnight in Innsbruck

  • Themes Sightseeing
• Day 8 : INNSBRUCK - VENICE - City Tour - PADOVA | Breakfast, Light Snacks, Dinner

  Breakfast at the hotel.
  Continue your journey to Padova and shall reach in the evening. En route, explore Venice with a short orientation tour.
  Take Vaporetto to the Main Island and proceed for a Guided City Tour of Venice including St. Marks's Square and Pizetta San Marco, which is located in the heart of the city. All the other urban spaces in the city (except Pizzetta and Piazzale Roma) are called "campi" (fields). This article relates to both of them. A remark usually attributed to Napoleon called the Piazza San Marco 'the drawing room of Europe. Then proceed to Padova for check-in and dinner at a local Indian restaurant. Meals: Breakfast, Light Snacks, Dinner
  Overnight in Padova

  • Themes Sightseeing
• Day 9 : PADOVA - PISA - Leaning Tower of Pisa - FLORENCE - City Tour Breakfast, Light Snacks, Dinner

  Breakfast at the hotel.
  Check out and continue towards Florence. En route, stop at Pisa for a visit to the Leaning Tower of Pisa (entrance not included).
  The Leaning Tower of Pisa is situated behind the Cathedral and is the third oldest structure in Pisa's Cathedral Square (Piazza del Duomo) after the Cathedral and the Baptistery. The tower's tilt began during construction, caused by an inadequate foundation on the ground too soft on one side to properly support the structure's weight. The tilt increased in the decades before the structure was completed and gradually increased until the structure was stabilized (and the tilt partially corrected) by efforts in the late 20th and early 21st centuries.
  Upon reaching Florence, proceed for a short City Tour of Florence along with a visit to Piazzale Michelangelo. This Florentine piazza was designed by architect Giuseppe Poggi and built in 1869 on a hill just south of the historic center during the redevelopment of Oltrarno, the left (South) bank of the Arno River.
  Dinner at an Indian restaurant and proceed to hotel for check-in.
  Meals: Breakfast, Light Snacks, Dinner
  Overnight in Florence

  • Themes Monuments & Historical Places
• Day 10 : FLORENCE - ROME - The Colosseum (subject to availability), Orientation Tour | Breakfast, Light Snacks, Dinner

  Breakfast at the hotel.
  Check out and continue towards Rome. After reaching in the afternoon, proceed to visit the Colosseum (subject to availability) along with a short Orientation Tour including the Roman Forum and Trevi Fountain.
  The Colosseum - See the grandeur in all its magnificence as you savour an opportunity to enter the famous and largest Amphitheatre ever built. It is estimated that the Colosseum could house 50,000-80,000 spectators.
  The Roman Forum - A rectangular forum (plaza) surrounded by the ruins of several important ancient government buildings at the center of the city of Rome. Trevi Fountain - An 18th century fountain in the Trevi district in Rome, Italy, designed by Italian architect Nicola Salvi and completed by Giuseppe Pannini and several others. Meals: Breakfast, Light Snacks, Dinner
  Overnight in Rome

  • Themes Sightseeing
• Day 11 : ROME - Vatican City - DEPARTURE FROM ROME | Breakfast, Light Snacks, Dinner on Board

  Breakfast at the hotel.
  Check out and proceed to Vatican City (subject to availability) to explore the famous - Vatican Museum, Sistine Chapel and St. Peter's Basilica.
  Vatican Museum - Inside the museum, there are works of art that are among the greatest in the world, including some of the most renowned classical sculptures and most important masterpieces of Renaissance art in the world.
  Sistine Chapel - Famous for its architecture and decoration that Michelangelo painted 1,100 m2 (12,000 sq. ft.) of the chapel ceiling between 1508 and 1512. St. Peter's Basilica - The most renowned work of Renaissance architecture and one of the largest churches in the world that have been described as "holding a unique position in the Christian world" and as "the greatest of all churches of Christendom". In Catholic tradition, the Basilica is the burial site of St. Peter, one of Christ's Apostles and also the first Pope. Tradition and strong historical evidence hold that St. Peter's tomb is directly below the high altar of the Basilica.
  Later proceed to Leonardo da Vinci Rome Fiumicino Airport for your return flight to India at 2210 hours.
  Meals: Breakfast, Light Snacks, Dinner on Board

  • Themes Museums
• Day 12 : DUBAI - KOLKATA

  At around 0550 hours, reach Dubai International Airport for layover and board your connecting flight to Kolkata at 1305 hours. Reach Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport at 1915 hours, where you will separate from the group and head home with happy memories.

  • Themes Sightseeing

Inclusions

• Economy class return airfare from Kolkata with airport taxes
• Luxury coach travel throughout the tour
• 3/4 Star Hotel Accommodation on twin share with Continental Breakfast
• Meals & Sightseeing as per itinerary
• Schengen Visa
• Travel Insurance up to 69 years of age
• Service of ALPS tour coordinator
• English Speaking Guide as mentioned in the itinerary
• Tips for Guides and Drivers

Exclusions

• City Tax - approx. EUR 35 - EUR 40 per person (mandatory)
• GST 5%
• TCS (as applicable) will be added on the total package cost which is completely refundable after filing ITR and the same will be reflected on Form 26AS
• For passengers above 69 years of age Travel insurance will be additional
• Porterage handling at airport/hotels/station
• Expenses of personal nature such as laundry, wines, mineral water, food & drink not included in the regular menu provided by us, pay TV, telephone calls, minibar, etc.
• Cost of excursions, city sightseeing, entrance fees and local guides other than those mentioned in the "Tour Cost Includes"
• Sightseeing and Tours other than those mentioned in the inclusions
• Meals other than those mentioned in the itinerary
• Any other items not mentioned in inclusions

Package Start From

• Kolkata, West Bengal, India, Asia

DOCUMENTS REQUIRED FOR VISA

• Original passport valid for at least 6 months from the date of return to India 4 recent photographs with white background (35 x 45 mm), 70% facial image, matt finish, dark-coloured garments Covering Letter 6 months' bank statement with good balance. All financial documents (eg. FD, SB, LIC, Share, Pension Book etc.) Property paper (Tax bill of house / land or deed). Trade License If business / pay slip for last 3 to 4 months Last 3yrs. income tax return● NOC letter from office in case employed

Terms & Conditions

• A non-refundable amount of INR 75,000 per PAX (to be adjusted with the package cost) to be deposited at the time of booking Remaining INR balance to be deposited on the day of Visa application. Entire EUR component to be paid in one go 30 days prior to departure. Cancellation 35 days prior to departure - 50% of the total amount will be refunded. Cancellation 20 days prior to departure - No amount will be refunded. Surcharges apply for any trade fair/special event/weekend OR any other event in the city. Odd-time transfers may also incur supplement charges. The standard check-in time at hotels is 1400hours & check-out time is 1200hours. However, in some cities/hotels, there might be an exception. Child age 2 – 11 years; above 11 years is considered an adult ● All rates and availability are subject to change at the time of booking. We reserve the right to use alternative accommodation, sightseeing tours and transfer of equal or higher standards. No refunds either in part or full will be made for any unused services in above package like ground transportation, meals, accommodation, sightseeing tours, etc. Any issues arising while on tour should be informed to us immediately during the tour only in order for us to act on the same. Issues raised after the end of the tour will not be entitled to any feedback. Granting / refusal of visas is at the sole discretion of the concerned consulate / embassy / immigration authority. We are not responsible for any missed services / meals due to change / delay in flight timing. We are not responsible for any excess baggage charges by any airlines for the clients.
• Package Cost is subject to change due to increase or decrease in airline / govt. taxes as per IATA rule & Rate of Exchange for the mentioned currency.
• All entrances are subject to availability, weather conditions and unpredictable situations.

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