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PILGRIMAGE TO LOURDES
On the occasion of the feast of the Immaculate Conception
06 - 10 DECEMBER ALSO VISITING: BIARRITZ, ST JEAN DE LUZ, TOULOUSE, PONT D’ESPAGNE & GAVARNIE Thursday, 06th December: Meet the tour leader at 0100 hrs (1a.m). at the Malta International Airport to check-in for our direct Air Malta flight to Lourdes, departing at 2.50 a.m. After arrival in Lourdes (at 5.20 a.m.), transfer to our comfortable 3-star hotel, followed by assignment of rooms & some time to rest. After breakfast we shall then make our first visit to the Grotto where Our Lady appeared to Bernadette in 1858. Join the tour leader for a walk around the town to visit places of interest around Lourdes including the Boly windmill and Cachot where Bernadette’s family lived for some time and the parish church where she was baptised. After lunch join our optional afternoon excursion as we visit Pont d’Espagne (1500 meters). The bridge was built in the 19th century and was used as a pathway into Spain by traders carrying their goods such as cheese, animals and wine in each direction. Return to the hotel for dinner at our hotel. Friday, 07th December: After an early breakfast we can offer you an optional day excursion to Toulouse, often described as “la ville Rose”, or the Pink city and is the fourth largest city in France. Join the tour leader for an interesting walk through the city centre of this attractive southern city with its wealth of 15th and 16th century townhouses, churches and bridges. You will have some free time for lunch (basic packed lunch is included) and the afternoon is free for personal sightseeing or shopping. We return to Lourdes in time for dinner. Saturday, 08th December: After breakfast the rest morning shall be at leisure for private prayers on the occasion of the feast of the Immaculate Conception. We shall participate in the International Mass in the underground basilica of St. Pius X which has a capacity for 20,000 pilgrims. After lunch we offer you an afternoon optional excursion visiting Gavarnie. We shall drive across the picturesque valley of Lavendan where we may enjoy the views including beautiful castles, fortress, churches, and waterfalls. After a photo stop at “Pont Du Napoleon” we move on to Gavarnie where one can admire the highest sited waterfall in Europe at an altitude of 4,400 feet. To get there one has to either walk or else on horseback (extra). Return to our hotel for dinner followed by free time. Sunday, 09th December: After breakfast we offer you an optional day excursion visiting Biarritz, Ibardin and St. Jean de Luz. (basic packed lunch provided). The coach will take us to the centre of Biarritz, which is located on the Atlantic coast and just 11 miles from the border with Spain. Join the tour leader for a walk through the town. We then proceed along the coast to the nearby St. Jean de Luz, a beautiful town located on the Basque coast. We then head to the mountain village of Col d’Ibardin, located on the border between Spain and France, where one can enjoy wonderful. Dinner at our hotel.
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PUGLIA & SOUTH ITALY 01 – 04 DECEMBER
VISITING: SASSI DI MATERA, BITONTO, GROTTE DI CASTELLANA, ALBEROBELLO, SAN GIOVANNI ROTONDO (PADRE PIO) & GARGANO Saturday, 01 December: Meet the tour leader at 8 p.m. at the Malta International Airport and check-in for our flight departing at 10.05 p.m. After our arrival in Bari (at 11.25 p.m.), we shall be transferred to our 4-star hotel, located in Barletta, followed by room allocation and overnight. Puglia, located in the south of Italy – the heel of Italy’s boot, is a true land of contrasts, flavours, colours, culture and great things to discover! Sunday, 02 December: After breakfast we offer you an optional day excursion, visiting the town of Matera in the region of Basilicata. This provincial capital stands in the heart of a region dissected by deeply eroded gorges. Matera has gained international fame for its ancient town, the “Sassi di Matera” (meaning “stones of Matera”). The Sassi originate from a prehistoric settlement, and are suspected to be some of the first human settlements in Italy. Before returning to our hotel we shall stop for a short visit in the town of Bitonto. In the center of this old town, one finds the cathedral (c. 1200), perhaps the finest example of Apulian Romanesque architecture. Return to our hotel for dinner (optional) & overnight.
Tuesday, 04 December: Today, after breakfast and room check-out you may wish to join our optional excursion visiting the beautiful national park of the Gargano Peninsula. We shall begin with a stop in San Giovanni Rotondo, the famous Padre Pio pilgrimage shrine. After enough time to visit the town including the famous church dedicated to Santa Maria delle Grazie we shall then drive through the Foresta Umbra. The Gargano is a promontory of stunning beaches, cliffs and forest on the Adriatic coast, admired for its rugged beauty. We shall return to our hotel followed by our transfer to Bari airport where we check in for our flight departing at 10 p.m. and scheduled to arrive in Malta at 11.25 p.m.
Monday, 03 December: Today we offer an interesting optional day excursion visiting the small town of Alberobello, a UNESCO World Heritage site, and the Grotte di Castellana. We begin our day by driving to Castellana-Grotte, famous for the network of caves found here. Discovered in 1938, these vast caves were created by underground rivers which filter down through the limestone soil of the Murge Hills. We shall have enough time to visit the numerous caves (entr. extra) with their richly-coloured stalactites and stalagmites. We shall then visit the town of Alberobello, site of the unusual districts of trulli, the characteristic white-washed conical-roofed houses of the area. The story behind Alberobello, once a town of trulli only, is a typically Italian one – its design was originally to fiddle taxes and fool the authorities. Enjoy walking through the centre of the town with trulli interspersed among buildings in a surreal fashion. We return to our hotel to prepare for dinner (extra) followed by overnight.
Monday, 10th December: Early morning room check out and transfer to Lourdes airport and check-in for our direct Airmalta flight departing at 4.20 a.m. and scheduled to arrive back in Malta at 6.40 a.m.
PRICE: Twin/Triple €529 Single €599 Child (2-5 yrs sharing) €403 Child (6-11 yrs sharing) €435 Travel Insurance: Adults €19 / Child €9.50 PRICE INCLUDES: - Direct Flights Malta/Lourdes/Malta on Air Malta - Transfers Airport/Hotel/Airport - Accommodation at the central superior 3-Star Hotel Padoue in Lourdes (or similar) - All Rooms with Private Facilities - Full Board (Rooms kept until departure - 4 X Breakfast, 4 X Lunch, 4 X Dinner) - Airport Taxes, Fuel Surcharge & Service Surcharge - Tour Leader OPTIONAL EXCURSIONS ADULTS CHILDREN Biarritz & St. Jean Du Luz €35 €18 Pont D’Espagne €24 €12 Gavarnie €24 €12 Toulouse €40 €20 Special rate if all Excursions are taken €115 €56 Excursions will only be organised if a minimum amount of client’s book
PRICE INCLUDES: PRICE PER PERSON: - Flights Malta/Bari/Malta on Ryanair (1 Cabin Bag not NORMAL SPECIAL* weighing more than 10 Kgs & size of 55cmsx40cmsx20cms) TWIN €269 €199 Coach Transfers Airport/Hotel/Airport SINGLE €309 €239 3 nights Accommodation at the 4-star Best Western CHILD (sharing) €239 €169 Hotel dei Cavalieri in Barletta (or similar) HALF BOARD SUPPL (for 2 meals) €32 €32 All Rooms with Private Shower/WC * The Special rates are only applicable should all excursions be taken Daily Breakfast Travel Insurance: Adults €19 / Child €9.50 - Airport Taxes, Fuel Surcharge & Service Charge OPTIONAL EXCURSIONS ADULTS CHILDREN - Tour Leader Day Sassi Di Matera & Bitonto €38 €19 Day Alberobello & Grotte` €38 €19 Day Gargano & S. Giovanni Rotondo €42 €20 Price For All Optionals €118 €58 *SPECIAL PRICE IS ONLY VALID WHEN THE EXCURSIONS PACKAGE IS TAKEN
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PRE-CHRISTMAS LONDON SHOPPING 08 - 13 DECEMBER
London is full of great places to do your Christmas shopping: Harrods Emerald City currently lights up Knightsbridge with magical green lights, highlighting its exterior. Gucci has its chic Christmas styling and christmas displays. Westfield London also has some great deals for your christmas shopping, so take advantage of all the great shopping deals for your Christmas.
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GERMAN CHRISTMAS MARKETS 10 – 15 DECEMBER
Germany is the birthplace of Christmas Markets, where you can escape commercialism for a traditional & authentic experience. VISITING: MUNICH, GARMISCH, AUGSBURG, NUREMBURG, OBERAMMERGAU & SALZBURG XMAS MARKETS, & OBERAMMERGAU NATIVITY CRIB TRAIL, ZUGSPITZE, CHIEMSEE LAKE DISTRICT Monday, 10th December: Meet the tour leader at Malta International airport at 07.25 a.m. for check in on Air Malta flight KM306 departing to Munich at 09.25 a.m. Upon arrival in Munich at 11.45 a.m., a private coach will transfer the group to our hotel – Gastehaus Thalkirchen. After room check-in you may join the tour leader for a short trip by tram to the city to discover Munich and its Christmas markets held on the Marienplatz whose roots go back to the 14th century. Rest of the evening is at leisure. Tuesday, 11th December: After breakfast we depart for our optional day excursion and drive to Innsbruck, the capital of the Tyrol region. We shall first visit the Ambras Castle (entr. extra), considered to be one of the most important sights of Innsbruck and located on the hills above the city. This castle is considered to be one of the most beautiful Renaissance castles in Europe. Afterwards join the tour leader for a walking tour through the centre of Innsbruck where you shall see the Golden Roof, the Hofkirche (entr extra) and the medieval tower. Enough free time is given before we then proceed to our hotel for dinner (optional). Wednesday, 12th December: Breakfast at hotel. Today’s optional full day excursion takes us to Nymphenburg Castle & Augsburg Xmas market. Nymphenburg Castle, in the west of the city, was originally built as a holiday home in the 1600s for the Royal Family of Bavaria (entr. extra), it was extended throughout the 18th century by a succession of rulers and contains some of the most remarkable rococo architecture in Europe. We also take a stroll around the grounds of the palace. Continue to Augsburg where the Christmas Market is held right in the center of the city on the square - the Rathausplatz - in front of the town hall and on neighboring streets. Its history goes back 500 years to a small market that was held before Christmas. Now over 150 stands offer a great variety of Christmas articles, toys and refreshments.
Christmas market is famous for its Nuremberg Bratwursts, small charcoal-grilled sausages, and its “Lebkuchen”, gingerbread cookies. Keep an eye out for the famous little figurines made out of dried plums, the signature souvenir from the Nuremberg Christmas Market. Friday, 14th December: Breakfast is followed by an optional full day excursion to Salzburg & Chiemsee Lake. During the Christmas Market, the city’s historic Old Town is transformed into a world of bustling merriment, a delightful blend of warmth, snow-covered rooftops and domes, the scents of hot mulled wine, gingerbread and roasted almonds. In the afternoon, we proceed to Lake Chiemsee often referred as the crown jewel of Bavaria. The architecture of the town is extremely picturesque and many of the shops and houses are decorated with elaborate frescoes in the traditional style of Upper Bavaria. Saturday, 15th December : After an early breakfast and room check-out we offer and optional excursion visiting Germany’s premier winter resort of Garmisch-Partenkirchen were can enjoy the atmosphere of a traditional German Christmas. The peak of Zugspitze, the tallest mountain in Germany, located in the south of Garmisch, provides you with breathtaking views over Bavarian, Austrian, Swiss, and Italian mountains (cable-car extra). In the afternoon we travel towards the quaint town of Oberammergau having the Ammergau Alps in the backdrop where traditionally the famous passion play takes place every 10 years. We can´t miss the Christmas market accompanied by carol singing and last but not least the “nativity trail” which features more than 36 stations at which the works of the artists are exhibited. Our coach shall then transfer us to Munich airport in time for check in on KM1309 departing at 8 p.m. arriving in Malta at 11.45 p.m. (with a short stop in Catania).
Thursday, 13th December (Public Holiday in Malta): After breakfast prepare yourself for a full day optional trip to discover Nuremberg’s biggest open-air Christmas market. This market features 180 wooden huts festooned with red and white cloth, lights and fresh garlands; the locals fondly call their Christmas market “our little town of wood and cloth”. A traditional and unique atmosphere is guaranteed at the Nuremberg Christmas market. The Nuremberg
PRICE: Triple €499 Twin €519 Single €719 Child (2-11 yrs sharing) €369
PRICE INCLUDES: • Air Malta Flights Malta/Heathrow/Malta • 5 nights at the 3* Royal National Hotel or similar • Daily Breakfast • All Taxes & Airport Charges
Flight Timings - Malta Heathrow 08 Dec KM100 7:50am - 10:25am 13 Dec KM103 08:30pm - 00:40am
PRICE PER PERSON: NORMAL SPECIAL* TRIPLE SHARING €559 €459 TWIN SHARING €579 €479 SINGLE €679 €579 CHILDREN 2-11 YRS SHARING WITH 2 ADULTS €479 €389 HALF BOARD - €95 per person (X 5 meals) TRAVEL INSURANCE - Eur22 per adult & Eur11 per child * SPECIAL PRICE IS ONLY VALID WHEN THE HALF BOARD & EXCURSIONS PACKAGE ARE TAKEN
OPTIONAL EXCURSIONS ADULTS CHILDREN GARMISCH/ZUGSPITZE & OBERAMMERGAU €26 €12 NYMPHENBURG & AUSBURG €34 €17 NUREMBERG €34 €17 SALZBURG & LAKE CHIEMSEE €34 €17 INNSBRUCK €34 €17 TOTAL FOR ALL EXCURSIONS: €162 €80 Excursions will only be organised if a minimum amount of client’s book
PRICE INCLUDES: Return Air Malta flights to Munich Airport transfers 5 nights accommodation at the 3* Superior Gastehaus Thalkirchen (or similar) Daily breakfast Services of a Tour Leader Airport taxes & charges.
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JEWELS OF HUNGARY & BUDAPEST 29 DECEMBER – 02 JANUARY
NEW YEAR AT LAGO DI GARDA & NORTHERN ITALY 30 DECEMBER - 06 JANUARY
VISITING: VENICE, SIRMIONE, LIMONE, BARDOLINO, GARDA, MALCESINE, DOLOMITI MOUNTAINS, BERGAMO, LAKE ISEO,
ALSO VISITING: VIENNA, DANUBE BEND, EGER, GODOLLO & PUSZTA
VERONA, MANTOVA, MADONNA DI CAMPIGLIO, PADOVA & GARDALAND THEME PARK
SATURDAY, 29 DECEMBER: Meet the tour leader at 5 a.m. at the Malta International Airport and check-in for our direct Air Malta charter flight to Budapest, departing at 7 a.m. After our arrival in Hungary our private coach shall transfer us to our hotel. As it would be too early to check-in our rooms, we offer you an optional excursion visiting the wonderful region of Eger in Northern Hungary. Famous for the world-renowned wine produced there and also for the attractive Baroque buildings it boasts, such as the Basilica, the Archbishop’s Palace. We shall return to our hotel for room allocation in the late afternoon. This evening we then offer an optional Folklore Show & Dinner (incl. coach transfers).
SUNDAY, 30 DECEMBER: Meet the tour leader at 2.30 p.m. at Malta Int. Airport to check-in for our Airmalta flight departing at 4.35 p.m. After our arrival in Milan Linate transfer by private coach to our 3-star hotel located a short distance from the centre of Riva del Garda, at the northern tip of Lake Garda, which is the largest lake in Italy having a surface area of 370 km2 and is nearly 52 kms long. Dinner (optional) and assignment of rooms. MONDAY, 31 DECEMBER: After breakfast we offer you an optional excursion visiting Bergamo, Lago d’Iseo & Mantova. Upon arrival, we shall stop at Begamo Bassa and take the funicular (extra) up to Bergamo Alta, with its 16th Century Venetian perimeter wall, the strategically-placed Castle, winding alleyway and attractive medieval and Renaissance buildings. After enough free time, we then drive to the beautiful and charming Lago d’Iseo. Free time for some souvenir shopping and stroll along the shores before we drive on to Mantova. On arrival the tour leader shall take you for a short walk through this ancient but beautiful town where you can see some magnificent buildings. After some free time we return to our hotel in time to prepare for the New Year’s Eve dinner (optional, incl. live music & a glass of sparkling wine). Enjoy the evening as we bid farewell to 2012 and welcome the New Year!
SUNDAY, 30 DECEMEBER: After an early breakfast, we offer an optional day excursion visiting Vienna, the City of Music. On our arrival in Austria’s capital city we shall make a short stop at the Schonbrunn Palace to see its marvellous grounds and the famous Nettuno fountain lying under the dominating ‘Gloriette’. Our next stop would be at the famous Hunderwasserhaus with its unique but impressive design. We then continue our panoramic city tour passing by numerous important buildings. The rest of the afternoon is free and you may admire some important sites such as the Hofburg (Imperial Palace) and the imposing St. Stephen Cathedral or you may wish to spend some free time on the renowned shopping street of Mariahilferstrasse. We shall then return to our hotel in Budapest in the evening.
TUESDAY, 01 JANUARY: After breakfast we depart for an optional tour to the Dolomite Mountains - Madonna di Campiglio and the Valle Rendena. We begin by driving north on the breathtaking route through the Rendena Valley. Madonna di Campiglio is a famous skiing resort with quaint houses and spectacular views of the surrounding mountains. In the afternoon we shall have enough time to take a cable car ride (extra and subject to weather) and go on top of one of the surrounding mountains where we shall enjoy magnificent views of the Dolomiti Mountains. Later we drive south through the Adige Valley back to our hotel in time to prepare for dinner (optional) and overnight.
MONDAY, 31 DECEMBER: Today, after breakfast, we offer you an optional morning city tour of Budapest, also known as the “Pearl of the Danube”. This city is situated on the River Danube and is in fact two towns (Buda and Pest) linked together by many spectacular bridges. We shall begin our excursion by enjoying the stunning panorama of the city from the citadel situated on the top of Gellert Hill. Our city tour also gives us the opportunity to view the picturesque Fishermen’s Bastion, Church of St. Matthias, Parliament Building, the Royal Palace and Heroes Square. At the end of the city tour, our coach shall drop us in the pedestrian area of Budapest for some free time. We return to our hotel in time to prepare for the optional New Year’s Eve celebration on board the recently refurbished M.V Europa on the Danube River. We shall enjoy dinner (incl. beer, wine & soft drinks) and a live show with music whilst ushering in 2013!
and a restaurant with an a la carte menu. We depart from Gardaland at circa 6.30 p.m. and return to our hotel for dinner (optional). SATURDAY, 05 JANUARY: After an early breakfast you may join our tour leader on our optional excursion as we visit Padova. Once a prosperous trading town in Roman times, Padova is also famous because St Anthony the Hermit died here in 1231, at the age of 36. Join the tour leader for a walk in the historic city centre, passing by the Basilica del Santo, dedicated to St Anthony and where the saint is buried, the Prato della Valle, the University, Piazza delle Erbe and Piazza dei Signori. After lunch (not incl.) we shall stop for some time in a large shopping complex for your last minute shopping. We shall then arrive at the hotel in time to prepare for dinner (optional) followed by overnight. SUNDAY, 06 JANUARY: After breakfast and room check-out we offer our final optional half day excursion visiting the eastern side of the lake, stopping in the towns of Bardolino, famous for its wine, Garda & Malcesine. Enough time in each town before we transfer to Milan Linate airport where we check-in for our direct Airmalta flight departing at 7.25 p.m. to arrive in Malta at 9.25 p.m.
WEDNESDAY, 02 JANUARY: After breakfast, we offer you a wonderful optional day excursion as we explore Verona & Lago di Garda. After departing from our hotel we shall visit the wonderful city of Verona, the legendary home of Romeo and Juliet. We shall see the mighty Arena, one of the largest of the ancient Roman Empire and shall walk along the colourful streets to the enchanting Piazza delle Erbe and Via Cappello, where one finds a Gothic palace said to be Juliet’s house. We then continue our excursion as we visit our next stop - Sirmione, probably the most picturesque town on the lake. The old town is situated on a peninsula at the southern-most point of the lake, jutting out of the mainland and is surrounded by the water. Our day continues as we drive along the picturesque west coast of the Lago di Garda before stopping at the beautiful town of Limone. Located on a narrow strip of land at the foot of a tall, rock cliff, Limone is considered one of the most popular towns of the lake, although still boasting a small-town charm. We then drive on to our hotel followed by dinner (optional).
TUESDAY, 01 JANUARY: After a relaxed breakfast we offer you another interesting optional excursion as we explore the Danube Bend. This great river is Europe’s second longest river, with a total of 2857kms, stretching from the Black Forest to the Black Sea! Over the years the river carved a path between the Visegrad and Borzsony Mountains, considered to be one of the most beautiful stretches of the Danube River. We shall start with a visit to the town of Visegrad, which used to be a Roman stronghold and which, in the 14th century became the seat of the Angevins kings. We then head on to the picturesque baroque town of Szentendre, with its skyline dominated by seven churches. Most of the pretty and winding streets lead up to one of the hilltop churches. Later on we shall take a ferry boat (incl.) and cross to the east bank of the Danube so as to explore another charming town, Vac. Enjoy some free time in this attractive small baroque town and admire the main sites, including the Cathedral of St Mary and the Triumphal Arch. We shall then head back to our hotel.
THURSDAY, 03 JANUARY: Today you may join the tour leader for an unforgettable optional day excursion as we visit Venice, considered to be one of the most beautiful cities in the world! On arrival, we take a boat to Piazza San Marco (boat fare not incl.). One may wish to visit the Basilica San Marco or the Palazzo Ducale (entr. fee extra), the official residence of each Venetian ruler. Alternatively you will have plenty of time to explore some of the other famous landmarks that this wonderful city has to offer. You can admire the Ponte dei Sospiri, built as a passageway between the Palazzo Ducale and the prison, the Campanile and the famous Rialto Bridge. We shall have enough free time for lunch (extra) and to wander along the alleyways and the unique canals of this outstanding city, before returning to our hotel in the late afternoon for dinner (optional).
WEDNESDAY, 02 JANUARY: After breakfast and room check out we offer you an optional day excursion visiting Godollo and Puszta. The beautiful Royal Palace in Godollo is one of the largest baroque palaces (entr. extra) and was the summer residence of Hungarian King Franz Josef 1 and his wife Elisabeth (Sissy). Afterwards we shall head for the Puszta region where we shall have the opportunity to attend a special horse show. This unique show, which also includes lunch, is a presentation of a centuries-old horse riding tradition by professional riders. We shall then transfer to Budapest airport for check-in for our direct Air Malta flight departing at 7.45 p.m. to arrive in Malta at 10 p.m. in Malta.
PRICE PER PERSON: NORMAL SPECIAL* €449 €349 per Person in a Triple Room €459 €359 per Person Sharing a Twin Room €359 €289 for Children Sharing With 2 Paying Adults €565 €465 Person in a Single Room New Year’s Dinner (Incl. Beer, Wine & Soft Drinks) - €135 per adult & €75 per child Insurance: €19 Adults / €9.50 Child
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FRIDAY, 04 JANUARY: After breakfast, transfer (optional) to the incredible Gardaland Theme Park (entr. not incl.). Gardaland is Italy’s largest fun park and offers 35 top attractions in a 45 hectare green area. There are 4 characteristic villages and attractions such as the Top Spin, rollercoasters such as the Blue Tornado, the Valley of the Kings, the castle of Merlin and the Magic Mountain. There are also fantastic shows in the Delphinarium, in the Blue Theatre, Garda on Ice and more. Gardaland also offers many restaurants including pizzerias, a self-service restaurant
PRICE INCLUDES: - Direct Air Malta flights Malta/Budapest/Malta - 4 Nights Accommodation at the 4-Star Hotel Novotel Budapest Congress (or similar) - All Rooms With Private Shower/WC, TV, Room Safe, Tea/ Coffee maker, hair dryer & A/C. - Daily Breakfast - Transfers Airport/Hotel/Airport - Services of an experienced Tour Leader - Airport Taxes, Fuel Surcharge & Service Charge
OPTIONAL EXCURSIONS ADULTS CHILDREN - Eger €35 €20 - Budapest €25 €12 - Day Vienna €40 €22 - Day Danube Bend €35 €20 - Day Godollo & Puzsta (Incl Lunch) €48 €38 - Folklore & Dinner €39 €30 - Total for All Excursions €222 €142 *SPECIAL PRICE IS ONLY VALID WHEN THE EXCURSION PACKAGE & NEW YEAR’S EVE DINNER ARE TAKEN
PRICE PER PERSON: NORMAL SPECIAL* €479 €379 per person in a Triple room €499 €399 per Person in a Twin room €359 €289 per child U-12 with 2 adults €615 €515 Single room Half Board (6 meals) supplement €84 New Year’s Eve Dinner €58 Insurance: €22 Adults / €11 Child OPTIONAL EXCURSIONS ADULTS CHILDREN Lago Di Garda & Verona €38 €19 Dolomiti Mountains €36 €18 Venice €40 €20 Transfer Gardaland €24 €12 Bergamo/Lago D’Iseo/Mantova €38 €19 Padova €34 €17 Afternoon Bardolino, Garda & Malcesine €20 €10 Total cost for all Excursions €230 €115
PRICE INCLUDES: • Flights Malta/Milan Linate/Malta on Airmalta • 7-nights accommodation at the Hotel Al Maso in Riva del Garda (or similar) • Daily Breakfast • All Rooms with Private Facilities • Transfers Airport/Hotel/Airport • Services of an experienced Tour Leader
*SPECIAL PRICES ARE ONLY VALID WHEN THE HALF BOARD, NEW YEAR EVE DINNER & EXCURSION PACKAGES ARE TAKEN
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NEW YEAR IN AUSTRIA, GERMANY & THE CZECH REPUBLIC 30 DECEMBER – 06 JANUARY
VISITING: SALZKAMMERGUT (SOUND OF MUSIC), MONDSEE, ST. WOLFGANG, LINZ, SALZBURG, VIENNA, CESKY KRUMLOV, BUDEJOVICE, MELK, MARIAZELL, STEYR & PASSAU SUNDAY, 30 DECEMBER: Meet the tour leader at 1230 hours (12.30 p.m.) at the Malta International Airport for check-in on our Airmalta flight departing at 2.30 p.m. for Vienna. After our arrival, transfer to our superior 4-star hotel in Linz for room check-in and we then suggest you enjoy a stroll through Linz, which is the capital of Upper Austria followed by overnight. MONDAY, 31 DECEMBER: After breakfast we offer an optional day excursion to the beautiful Bavarian town of Passau. Described as the Bavarian Venice and also The City of Three Rivers, magical Passau is very much defined by water. Situated on a peninsula where the River Danube is met by the River Inn from the south and the Rive Ilz from the Bavarian Forest to the North. One may admire the beautiful scenery by taking a boat ride (not incl. and subject to weather conditions). Enjoy some free time or you may wish to visit the most modern shopping mall of Passau – the ‘Stadtgalerie’. We shall then return back to our hotel in time to prepare for the last night of the year! We shall celebrate the last evening of the year in style at our hotel with a special New Year’s Eve gala-dinner (extra) which also includes a welcome drink, beer, wine & non- alcoholic drinks at table (until 1 a.m.). After dinner you may dance the night away at the Design Bar to the tunes of a Live Band which will be in attendance. TUESDAY, 01 JANUARY: After a late breakfast we offer an optional excursion to the beautiful area of Berchtesgaden, passing through one of the most scenic routes before we stop in Koenigsee, Germany’s highest lake. One may opt to join the tour leader for a boat trip (extra & weather permitting) on the lake to the peninsula of St. Bartholomew. This beautiful lake bends around the Mount Watzmann and looks like a Norwegian Fjord. After we return back to our hotel you may wish to visit the casino of Linz, located within walking distance to our hotel.
free time we continue on our way to St. Wolfgang, a pretty village on the lake with the same name. We return to our hotel in the late afternoon. SATURDAY, 05 JANUARY: Today we offer you a wonderful optional excursion to the neighbouring Czech Republic to visit the UNESCO listed town of Cesky Krumlov and Budejovice. Guarded over by the huge Renaissance style castle (entr. fee extra), Cesky Krumlov is considered to be Bohemia’s most beautiful town. We shall visit the superbly preserved Old Town, which in 1992 was given the status of an UNESCO World Heritage Site. We shall then visit the town of Budejovice (Budweis), famous as beer has been brewed here since the 13th century. The large town square boasts of various medieval & baroque buildings, including the old town hall and the ‘Black’ Town Tower. In the early evening we shall then return to the hotel where you may wish to enjoy the rest of the evening in the centre of Linz. SUNDAY, 06 JANUARY: After breakfast we shall depart from our hotel and our coach shall take us to the beautiful city of Steyr which boasts of a glorious past, giving its name to the province of Styria and becoming, for a time, a rival to Vienna. Enjoy a walk through the Old Town before we then head to Vienna where we shall make a short stop at the Schonbrunn Palace to see its marvellous grounds and the famous Nettuno fountain lying under the dominating ‘Gloriette’. We then head to Vienna airport for our Airmalta flight departing at 5.55 p.m. ( to arrive in Malta at 8.10 p.m.)
WEDNESDAY, 02 JANUARY: After breakfast, we offer you another interesting optional day excursion, this time visiting one of the most famous pilgrimage places in Austria, Maria Zell and Melk. The picturesque village of Mariazell, beautifully situated at the foot of the Alps in the province of Styria, is also well known for the church that houses the miraculous statue of Our Lady and Child. After having visited the basilica of Maria Zell we continue on our way to the Monastery of Melk to visit the world famous Benedictine Abbey (entr. extra). This fortified abbey stands on top of a rocky rise overlooking the Danube. (If due to adverse weather conditions we would not be able to drive to Mariazell, we reserve the right to substitute Mariazell with a drive through the Wachau region including Duernstein, where King Richard the Lionheart was once imprisoned).
28 December – 02 January VISITING: BUCHAREST, SINAIA, BRAN & BRASOV Romania offers a rich tapestry of vacation experiences and tourist attractions unique in Central- Eastern Europe: medieval towns in Transylvania, the world-famous Painted Monasteries in Bucovina, traditional villages in Maramures, the magnificent architecture of Bucharest, the romantic Danube Delta, fairy-tale castles, Black Sea resorts, the majestic Carpathian Mountains, spas and much more Friday 28th December: Malta - Bucharest : Depart Malta International Airport at 5 a.m. Upon arrival at 8.10 a.m., transfer to your city center hotel followed by room check-in and some free time to rest. We then invite you for an optional city tour excursion of Bucharest. Since the second half of the 19th century, Bucharest was known as “The Little Paris of the East” because of its many Parisian aspects in the city lay out, architecture and lifestyle. Drive on the grand avenues such as Magheru, Kiseleff and Victory avenue. Stop in the Revolution Square and learn about the December 1989 Romanian Revolution. See the Palace of the Parliament - the second largest building in the world which will put you in direct contact with Romania’s last years of its communist power under the dictatorship of Nicolai Ceausescu. Enjoy some free time shopping before returning to your hotel. Saturday 29th December: Sinaia : After breakfast, today we suggest an optional excursion to the mountain resort of Sinaia, where you’ll visit Peles Castle, the most beautiful castle in Romania, residence of the former royal family and Sinaia Monastery, a beautiful example of the Byzantine architectural style. There is an optional cable car ride (up the mountain 2,000 mts – extra at circa €10) which offers you a splendid panorama of all the surrounding mountains. There, one may have lunch for an additional charge of €15. There will be some time for souvenir shopping before the transfer to your hotel in Bucharest. Sunday 30th December: Bran & Brasov: Today’s optional tour takes you to the village of Bran - to visit the most famous Bran Castle. The castle got its fame from Count Dracula’s legend, written in 1897 by Bran Stoker and later on made into a film by Francis Ford Coppola. Along the history, the castle had a strategic mission being border between Transylvania and Wallachia. Today the museum houses a collection of ceramics, silver collection, furniture, weapons and folk costumes. Continuing the tour, we cross the mountains to Transylvania to the city of Brasov where we will have a walking city tour of the old town. The highlight should be the imposing Black Church, and the main attractions are the well, 146m deep, and the panoramic view over the barsa region. Some free time for shopping before our return to our hotel in Bucharest.
THURSDAY, 03 JANUARY: Today, after an early breakfast we offer (optional) a day excursion to the wonderful capital city of Austria - Vienna. Our first stop would be at the famous Hunderwasserhaus with its unique but impressive design. We then continue on our panoramic city tour passing by numerous important buildings before some free time and you may admire some important sites such as the Hofburg (Imperial Palace) and the imposing St. Stephen Cathedral or you may spend some free time for shopping on Mariahilferstrasse.
Monday 31st December: Bucharest: After breakfast the rest of the day is at leisure for personal sightseeing or shopping. This evening we suggest you enjoy The New Year Eve gala dinner (optional). The event also includes an open bar.
FRIDAY, 04 JANUARY: After breakfast, we shall visit the wonderful city of Salzburg & the beautiful Salzkammergut area. After our arrival in Salzburg you could join the tour leader for a walk through the Old Town. Salzburg, Mozart’s birthplace, is a delight to behold from the first sight of the outline of the Hohensalzburg, the symbol of the power of the prince-archbishops. Afterwards enjoy some free time for personal sightseeing or shopping on Getreidegasse, Salzburg’s main shopping street before we then drive to the village of Mondsee, and shall see the beautiful Parish Church which was the setting of the wedding in the film ‘Sound of Music’. After some
Tuesday 1st January: Happy New Year to all! : Breakfast at hotel. Free day to enjoy the city. Join the tour leader further exploring places of interest. Wednesday 2nd January: Bucharest - Malta : After breakfast rest of the day is free for last minute shopping or sightseeing. At 10.30 p.m. transfer to Otopeni Airport for your flight back to Malta. Estimated time of arrival in Malta is at 3 a.m. (local time).
PRICE PER PERSON: NORMAL SPECIAL* €679 €579 per Person in a Triple Room €699 €599 per Person Sharing a Twin Room €469 €399 for Children Sharing with 2 Paying Adults €110 Single Room Supplement (on Twin Rate) €129 New Year’s Eve Dinner (Incl. Beer, Wine & Soft Drinks) Insurance: €22 Adults / €11 Child
PRICE INCLUDES: OPTIONAL EXCURSIONS ADULT CHILDREN Day Salzburg & Salzkammergut €38 €19 Day Cesky Krumlov €35 €17 Day Koenigsee €34 €17 Day Mariazell & Melk €36 €18 Day Passau €34 €17 Day Vienna €38 €19 Total Cost for all Excursions €215 €107
ROMANIA – “The Little Paris of the East”
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•Flights Malta/Vienna/Malta on Airmalta •Airport Taxes & Charges •Free Steyr Excursion •7 night’s accommodation at the 4-star Courtyard by Marriott Hotel (or similar) in Linz (Upper Austria) •All Rooms with Private Facilities, TV, Minibar, Telephone & Hairdryer •Daily Buffet Breakfast •Transfers Airport/Hotel/Airport •Tour Leader
*SPECIAL PRICE IS ONLY VALID WHEN THE EXCURSIONS PACKAGE IS TAKEN
PRICE PER PERSON: Twin Sharing €399 Triple Sharing €350 Single €441 Children 2-11 Yrs (Sharing) FREE New Year Gala Dinner (incl. drinks) - €99 Travel Insurance – Adults at €24 & Children at €13
OPTIONAL EXCURSIONS ADULT CHILDREN Half day City Tour of Bucharest €35 €25 Full day Sinaia including entrance to Peles castle €70 €50 Full day Bran and Brasov (entrance to Draculas’ castle is included) €80 €55
PRICE INCLUDES: • AirMalta flights Malta/Bucharest/Malta • Airport transfers • 5 nights accommodation at the 4* Novotel Bucarest City Center (or similar) • Daily breakfast • Internet access in every room • Rooms equipped with private facilities • All taxes & Airport Charges • Tour Leader BONUS: Early & Late Check-Out at Hotel & Children stay for FREE when sharing a twin room!
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09 – 13 JANUARY For the ultimate discount January sales shopping, London is always one of the best cities to find bargains aplenty, and with January sales well underway throughout central London it’s the perfect opportunity to go shopping and update your wardrobe. If you are boat enthusiast this is your chance to visit the famous London Boat Show held at Excel. The Royal National Hotel London is just a short walk from Oxford Street and Covent Garden. This hotel is the largest hotel in central London sleeping over 2,000 guests. All rooms are ensuite with satellite TV, direct dial phones and tea or coffee making facilities. Other amenities include gift shops, a Bureau de Change, underground pay garage and Living Well health club.
VISITING: PISA, BOLOGNA, FLORENCE, SIENA, SAN GIMIGNANO, LUCCA Friday, 08 February: Meet the tour leader at 10.30 A.M. At the Malta Inter- Monday, 11 February: Today, after breakfast, we offer you an optional day national Airport to check-in for our Ryanair flight to Bologna, departing at excursion as we visit beautiful Bologna, also known as the ‘red city’. After we 12.25 P.M. After our arrival (at 2.15 P.M.), Our coach shall take us to our 4-star arrive in the city, we shall walk to the heart of the city, Piazza Maggiore and hotel located in montecatini terme, where we shall be assigned our rooms. the adjoining Piazza Del Nettuno. These central squares are surrounded by After dinner (optional) you may then wish to enjoy a short familiarization famous palaces, such as the Palazzo Comunale, the Palazzo del Podesta and walk around the area of our hotel. the huge San Petronio Basilica. We shall continue our walk, seeing the Torre Degli Asinelli and Torre Garisenda, two tall leaning towers which belonged Saturday, 09 February: Today we offer an optional day excursion visit- to rival noble families in the middle ages and the famous St. Domenic’s ing what is considered to be one of world’s greatest artistic cities – Flor- Church. After enough free time we shall return to our hotel in time for dinence, the capital of Tuscany. We shall have enough time to wander through ner (optional). Later on you may wish to enjoy a walk to the centre of town. this incredible city where the pinnacle of brunelleschi’s stupendous dome dominates the landscape and see the most important buildings such as the Tuesday, 12 February: After an early breakfast (and room check-out) we Duomo, Uffizi galleries, one of the best art museums in the world, Palazzo offer you an optional excursion visiting the beautiful old city of Lucca. HidVecchio before reaching the shop-laden mediaeval Ponte Vecchio and the den behind imposing renaissance walls one finds the cathedral with its Santo Spirito church. Free time is given to either visit a museum (entr. Not exquisite façade and other attractive buildings. Enjoy some free time exincl.), Shop around or just enjoy a coffee while admiring the monumental ploring this medieval town or enjoy a walk along the legendary 4km-long old buildings that surround you. We shall return to Montecatini Terme in the passeggiata della mura before we drive on to the city of Pisa which was early evening in time for dinner (optional). once a maritime power, rivalling Genoa and Venice, but now it is undoubtedly famous for its iconic leaning tower. But the tower is only one of a trio Sunday, 10 February: After breakfast, join the tour leader for an optional of works of art and architecture in the city’s Piazza dei Miracoli, as one also excursion as we visit the central tuscan towns of Siena and San Gimignano. finds the Duomo and the Baptistry. We return to our hotel followed by our After driving through the wonderful Tuscany countryside, we shall arrive transfer to Pisa Airport in time for check-in on the Ryanair flight departing at one of italy’s most enchanting cities – Siena, with its medieval centre at 6.10 P.M., Before arriving in Malta at 7.50 P.M. bristling with majestic buildings. After enough time we shall then drive on through rolling Tuscan countryside to the famous hilltop walled town of San Gimignano, famous for its 14 medieval towers. Enjoy some free time exploring the heart of the town before we return to our hotel, followed by dinner (optional).
PRICE PER PERSON NORMAL SPECIAL*: €389 €319 per person Sharing a Triple Room €409 €339 per person Sharing a Twin Room €469 €399 per person in a Single Room €299 €239 per Child (U’12) Sharing With 2 Adults €48 €48 Half Board Supplement (X 4 meals) Above Rates Are Valid For Bookings Made By 31 Dec. After This Date Rates May Increase. Insurance: Adults €19 / Child €9.50
PRICE INCLUDES: • Air Malta Flights, Malta/London/Malta PRICE PER PERSON: • 4 nights’ Accommodation at the 3* Hotel Royal National TRIPLE SHARING €435 • Daily Breakfast TWIN SHARING €445 • All Taxes & Airport Charges SINGLE €599 FLIGHT TIMININGS CHILDREN 2-11 YRS SHARING WITH 2 ADULTS €345 09 Jan Malta / Gatwick KM116 8:35am - 10:55am 13 Jan Heathrow/Malta KM103 8:30pm-00:40am
OPTIONAL EXCURSIONS Day Bologna Day Florence Day Siena & San Gimignano Day Lucca & Pisa Price for all Excursions
ADULT €36 €38 €34 €32 €140
CHILDREN €18 €19 €17 €16 €70
PRICE INCLUDES: • Flights Malta/Bologna & Pisa/Malta on Ryanair (1 cabin bag not weighing more than 10 kgs and size of 55cmsx40cmsx20cms. - Checked in luggage possible at an extra charge)
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