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FESTIVALS & EVENTS | 2014-2015

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ET. GO. CHRISTMAS & NEW YEAR’S Dreaming of a white Christmas? Watch Europe’s cobblestoned streets turn into a fairytale of Christmas markets, mulled DEC

wine and snow-capped rooftops. Then ring in the new year and dance the night away in Amsterdam or Berlin. Romantic getaway or wolf pack bromance? Your call.

VENICE CARNIVAL If you like the idea of baroque dress-ups and looking like the Phantom of the Opera, Venice is the place to be. FEB

Celebrate in true Cinderella fashion during an extravagant week of music, balls and theatre. We expect it could be completely… completely wonderful.

LAS FALLAS Watch the hometown of paella go up in smoke during one of the wildest street festivals on the European calendar. MAR

Expect lots of fireworks, giant satirical papier-mâché sculptures and fiery cooking displays. This is the world’s pyrotechnic capital so earplugs are recommended for sensitive listeners and self-appointed fun police.

LA TOMATINA Everyone loves a good food fight. Join 20,000 people to dispose 40 metric

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tonnes of council-funded tomatoes in the world’s biggest vegetable skirmish. You’ll not only get your daily dose of vegetables, you’ll also have a perfectly valid excuse to dance in the streets and drink sangria at 11am with cool people from all over the world.

OKTOBERFEST Officially the world’s biggest party, Oktoberfest draws a crowd of seven million

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people every year to celebrate the three best things to come out of Germany: beer, bratwurst and pretzels. The dress code is Bavarian classic, lederhosen are optional and singing, hugging and dancing on tables is encouraged. Prost!

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DAYS 3-4 Kirchdorf. The best of both worlds for you this week with two guided mountain tours during the week and enough free time to explore your way. Add this to a Tyrolean dinner which will really stick to your ribs and we're in ski heaven. (B) (B,D) DAY 5 Kirchdorf. If you fancy an alternative to skiing, try snow bikes for the day. Hop up the mountain by cable car before hitting cruise control on the way back down. A mountain-side après-ski is a must before we head for home and its nightlife. (B) DAYS 6-7 Kirchdorf. Two more days to confirm your title as King (or Queen) of the Mountains. And if skiing is getting just too tiring, there’s toboggans for a #tbt treat. (B,D) (B) DAY 8 Kirchdorf. Say Auf Wiedersehen to your fellow ski bunnies as we head for home after breakfast. (B)

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On the bucket list (included) + Tobogganing night on the Wilder Kaiser + Exclusive Topdeck mountain tour with qualified instructors

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More inclusions + 7 breakfasts (B), 2 dinners including traditional Tyrolean ribs night (D) (3 course meal, vegetarian option available)* + 7 nights in a traditional Austrian Bed & Breakfast Chalet + English-speaking Topdeck representative.

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*Tyrolean ribs night will be a Christmas dinner during Christmas week

Don't worry about carrying heavy equipment. Book everything you need on arrival. Skis, snowboards, helmets and boots. Check. Then choose lessons (if you need them) and a lift pass (you'll probably need one of these). Easy.

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All items listed within the Bucket list and More inclusions are included within the price of your trip. Other activities mentioned are optional (and so may cost extra) but too awesome to miss out.

DAY 2 Kirchdorf. Kick-off your week in style with your first day on the slopes. There are pistes for team Red Bull or those who prefer the gentler side of life plus lunchtime pit stops with carb power in mind. Then take some guidance from the experts at the St Johann Ski Show. (B)

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DAY 1 Kirchdorf, Austria. It’s all about the set-up today. If you need transfers from the airport, we’re on it. Then get out the tick-list and choose lessons, equipment and lift passes (all paid in resort so you get exactly what you need). Simple.

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8 DAY Ski Austria

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4 DAY Iceland Explorer MAKE YOUR OWN WAY TO REYKJAVIK

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DAY 1 Reykjavik, Iceland. With landscapes like this, Iceland might as well be its own solar system. Make your own way to your accommodation for a date with your Trip Leader and fellow #topdeckers. Make friends, swap travel legends and grab some drinks. This is going to be epic. (D) DAY 2 Reykjavik. Off to the Blue Lagoon today. Sounds like something out of Disney and looks like something from space. Lunar landscape. Natural geothermal pools. The chance to explore and swim. In winter. Outside. Iceland is awesome. If life couldn’t (or shouldn’t) get any better than that, wait ‘til tonight. We’re off chasing the Northern Lights. Visibility can’t be guaranteed but if you nail that shot you won’t need to take another photo again. Ever. (B)

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All items listed within the Bucket list and More inclusions are included within the price of your trip. Other activities mentioned are optional (and so may cost extra) but too awesome to miss out.

DAY 3 Reykjavik. Swap natural wonders for city life with a free day in über-cool Reykjavik. Check out the views from Hallgrímskirkja then hit up the half-submerged City Hall and grab a coffee with half your body under the waterline. Surreal. If you're a nature-lover, don't miss the Golden Circle for 300km of the very best Icelandic landscapes. Also, the UNESCO Heritage Site Thingvellir National

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On the bucket list (included) + Tour of the Blue Lagoon with local guide + ‘Northern Lights Hunt’ tour + An introduction to Iceland’s nightlife

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Park hosts the country’s first Parliament as well as Geysir (you got that one, right?) and Gullfoss Falls. Come nightfall, there are foodie haunts abound. Local delicacies like smoked sheep head or rotten shark = a little too much for most. But we’re up for a burger and a beer with the locals in Vitastigur. Or for something even more local, head to the other end of the lake for great food and great views. Worth the trip. Be warned, the best nightlife starts late. Like midnight. (B) DAY 4 Reykjavik. Farewells today. Don’t get too upset. You ticked off a Buzzfeed killer. (B)

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MAKE YOUR OWN WAY TO RIGA

DAY 2 Riga. Today is ours to really explore the spectacular scenery of this beautiful UNESCOWorld-Heritage-listed city. Our walking tour this morning, with a local guide, will unveil all the mains sights from the medieval architecture through to more recent 19th-century buildings. Tonight try delicious local dishes at our welcome dinner. Following that, check out one of the many beer cellars in the Old Town. (B,D) DAY 3 Overnight Coach, Riga to St Petersburg, Russia. Today is another free day to lose yourself in the vibrant Latvian capital. Discover hidden gems as you make your way through the narrow, winding cobblestone streets that are home to numerous restaurants, cafes and bars. Tonight, we take an overnight bus to St Petersburg. (B) DAY 4 St. Petersburg. Wake up today in Russia, the largest country in the world and spans some 11 time zones. Russian history is truly fascinating, and our destination today is historic St Petersburg, the former imperial capital. After a city tour, free time for you to do some exploring on our own and discover the lingering grandeur of this famous city. Tonight is yours to try the nightlife in St Petersburg; why not take in the ballet? DAY 5 St. Petersburg. Merry Christmas! Although not here. Fortunately for us today is not the day Russians celebrate Christmas so everything will still be open to explore. This morning we make our way to the Hermitage, one of the most famed and celebrated art museums in the world, for an included guided visit. After, free time to explore more of the magical winter sights that St Petersburg has to offer. Despite being in Russia, we will celebrate Christmas tonight with a traditional dinner. (B,D)

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On the bucket list (included) + Guided tours of Riga, Tallinn & St Petersburg + Hermitage Museum entrance & tour + Christmas dinner

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More inclusions + 7 breakfasts (B), 3 dinners (D) + 7 nights hotel accommodation (twin or triple-share) & 1 overnight bus + Coach transport from St Petersburg to Tallinn + Awesome Trip Leader DAY 6 St Petersburg. A free day for you to take to the streets of St Petersburg. The Nevsky Prospekt – home of The Hermitage of yesterday – is a 3-mile stretch of the city well worth a further look. Playing host to great museums and architectural gems such as the Church on Spilled Blood it’s also the city’s cultural and social centre. Handy cafes, bars and restaurants line the main drag (and just off it) to rest your feet after epic sightseeing. Enjoy. (B)

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TRIP PRICE OF €995 5%, 10% OR 12.5% OFF the price with our Festival & Event Rewards. More info p.2

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All items listed within the Bucket list and More inclusions are included within the price of your trip. Other activities mentioned are optional (and so may cost extra) but too awesome to miss out.

DAY 7 St Petersburg to Tallinn, Estonia. Farewell to Russia as we journey across the plains to Tallinn, the capital of Estonia. It is easy to see why Tallinn is another UNESCO world heritage site, with its panorama of medieval history, culture and Gothic charm. (B,D) DAY 8 Tallinn. A free day to really explore the city. Make your way to the Town Hall square where – if you can find it – there’s a small circular stone marked with a compass rose and embedded in the ground which, when you stand on it, you can see the five most famous spires of Tallinn. There was even a hole cut in a roof to make way for the view. #funfact. (B) DAY 9 Tallinn. Sadly our Baltic Christmas ends this morning after breakfast, whereupon we will have to say our goodbyes and go our separate ways. (B) For a detailed itinerary visit our website.

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DAY 1 Riga, Latvia. Our exciting Baltic trip begins today in the heart of Riga’s Old Town where we meet the rest of the group and find out more details about the trip. We then head out for an evening to get to know our fellow travellers a little bit better and to get into the local Riga spirit.

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9 DAY Baltic Explorer

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2 DAY Brugge Christmas Markets COACH LONDON

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On the bucket list (included) + Walking tour of Brugge + Experience the Brugge Christmas Markets

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DAY 1 Brugge, Belgium. Christmas spirits are high as we depart London. Awaiting us is the enchanting medieval city of Brugge, with one of Europe's most famous Christmas markets.

1 breakfast (B), 1 dinner (D) 1 night hostel accommodation (multi-share) Modern air-conditioned coach Return ferry crossings Awesome Trip Leader

DAY 2 Brugge. After breakfast, wander the medieval streets or go gift hunting at the Brugge Christmas markets. Make sure you hit up a chocolate store before leaving, your friends will thank you forever! This afternoon we say farewell to Belgium and head back to London. (B) For a detailed itinerary visit our website.

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All items listed within the Bucket list and More inclusions are included within the price of your trip. Other activities mentioned are optional (and so may cost extra) but too awesome to miss out.

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After we cross the Channel, we drive north until we hit the border of Belgium and on towards Brugge. Tonight, a walking tour and dinner is the perfect start to your trip. And then there's the chance to make a start on 90,000 types of Belgian beer or sample that mulled wine. (B,D)

4 DAY Brugge Christmas COACH LONDON

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On the bucket list (included) + Walking tours of Brugge & Brussels + Belgian Christmas lunch + Belgian chocolate shop visit

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DAY 1 London, England to Brugge, Belgium. An early start from London takes us to Brugge where amazing architecture, Christmas markets and a great festive atmosphere await! Today, a walking tour will take in the main sights of this medieval gem. DAY 2 Brugge. Zalig Kerstfeest! What does Santa have for you on Christmas morning? Spend the day at Brugge Christmas markets, sampling traditional Christmas foods and delicious mulled wine. With an included Christmas lunch this will definitely be a Belgian Christmas with a difference! Lap up the fantastic atmosphere, in one of the best places in Europe to spend Christmas day. (B,L)

DAY 3 Brugge. Enjoy a day trip by coach today to Brussels, the capital of Belgium. Take in the main sights of what is considered one of Europe’s most beautiful capital cities. Perhaps try one of the city’s famous fish cafes, or one of the hundreds of different beers on offer. Then back to Brugge. (B) DAY 4 Brugge to London, England. Our trip ends in London and on our way back we make a stop at a delicious chocolate shop to stock up! (B) For a detailed itinerary visit our website.

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More inclusions + 3 breakfasts (B), 1 lunch (L) + 3 nights hostel accommodation (multi-share) + Return ferry crossings + Modern air-conditioned coach + Awesome Trip Leader + Driver

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All items listed within the Bucket list and More inclusions are included within the price of your trip. Other activities mentioned are optional (and so may cost extra) but too awesome to miss out.

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COACH LONDON

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On the bucket list (included)

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+ Paris city lights tour + Seine river cruise ticket + Christmas lunch

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4 DAY Paris Christmas

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TRIP PRICE OF €380

+ 3 breakfasts (B), 1 lunch (L), 1 dinner (D) + 3 nights hotel accommodation (twin or triple-share) + Return ferry crossings + Modern air-conditioned coach + Awesome Trip Leader + Driver

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All items listed within the Bucket list and More inclusions are included within the price of your trip. Other activities mentioned are optional (and so may cost extra) but too awesome to miss out.

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DAY 1 London, England to Paris, France. Today we depart London, down to the White Cliffs of Dover and across the Channel for France. A drive over to Paris, home of amazing museums, beautiful churches and fashionable boutiques. Tonight is special for two reasons: an included dinner to get to know your fellow travel buddies, and then into the night for a city lights tour of Paris. What looks better than Paris during the day? Paris by night, at Christmas, that's what. Even the Eiffel Tower sparkles. (D) DAY 2 Paris. Joyeux Noel! Enjoy breakfast before taking advantage of the quiet streets to explore the greats. Check out the Champs Èlysèes, the Tuileries Gardens and Notre Dame. Then we’ll jump aboard for a river cruise along the Seine before embracing our festive food coma with Christmas lunch. (B,L)

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DAY 3 Paris. Today is yours. Choose museums, choose Christmas markets, choose Père Lachaise or Sacré-Cœur. The choice really is yours. This evening, you have the option to see one of the oldest cabaret shows in Paris at the famous ‘Paradis Latin’, in one of Paris’ very few original cabaret halls. (B) DAY 4 Paris to London, England. We return to London where our trip ends and we say our fond farewells to new friends. (B) For a detailed itinerary visit our website.

4 DAY Amsterdam New Year COACH LONDON

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NIGHT HOSTEL ACCOMMODATION

Dates & Prices 2014/15

On the bucket list (included)

TRIP CODE: EFNAH4

+ Walking tour of Amsterdam + New Year’s Eve dinner & party

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TRIP PRICE OF €415 5%, 10% OR 12.5% OFF the price with our Festival & Event Rewards. More info p.2

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All items listed within the Bucket list and More inclusions are included within the price of your trip. Other activities mentioned are optional (and so may cost extra) but too awesome to miss out.

€104/day

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More inclusions + 3 breakfasts (B), 1 dinner (D) + 3 nights hostel accommodation (multi-share) + Return ferry crossings + Modern air-conditioned coach + Awesome Trip Leader + Driver DAY 1 London, England to Amsterdam, The Netherlands. Departing early we make our way to Amsterdam via Calais. The Dutch capital has much to offer, including amazing museums, tasty food and world-renowned nightlife. This evening our Topdeck crew will open your eyes to the myriad sights of what has been a favourite European destination for over 500 years. DAY 2 Amsterdam. There’s plenty of free time to take in the abundant culture of Amsterdam, perhaps paying a visit to the Rijksmuseum, Anne Frank Museum, the Van Gogh Museum (it’s advisable to book tickets in advance) or even the Heineken Experience! Join us for our included dinner in the evening whilst travelling along the city's canals! (B,D)

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DAY 3 Amsterdam. The countdown begins! Enjoy a well-deserved sleep-in as the day is yours to explore the city. Why not do as the locals do and hire a bike and cruise the streets. The celebrations begin in the afternoon as New Year in the southern hemisphere is celebrated! Welcome in 2015 at our included New Year’s Eve party. For those wishing to continue the party, the bars and clubs in Amsterdam will be heaving! (B) DAY 4 Amsterdam to London, England. Happy New Year! We return to London this evening. (B) For a detailed itinerary visit our website.

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4 DAY Budapest New Year MAKE YOUR OWN WAY TO BUDAPEST

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All items listed within the Bucket list and More inclusions are included within the price of your trip. Other activities mentioned are optional (and so may cost extra) but too awesome to miss out.

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DAY 1 Budapest, Hungary. Buda, Pest or Obuda. That’s what you would have called this city a couple of hundred years ago. After a fancy unification between an Emperor and a King, the cities became one. Tonight, get to know which side you are on (hint: check the name of the roads near the river) and your new travel buddies over a Hungarian feast, generally meaning gigantic sizes and lots of goulash. Whispers among travellers claim Budapest has the best nightlife in Europe, so venture into the night and onto the streets to see what the gossip is all about. Don’t let the name ‘ruin bar’ deter you, as one of them was voted the best bar in the world. The fun part? Exploring them all to find it. (D) DAY 2 Budapest. Enjoy your recollections of last night's fun times over breakfast. With sleep for the weak, we're straight into a guided tour of Budapest. Exploring the cosmopolitan city centre you'll take in sights such as Heroes Square and St Stephen's Cathedral. This afternoon, feel like a King with entry into Budapest’s most famous attraction, Buda Castle. With parts of the castle nearly 1,000 years old, Instagram heaven awaits those who choose to explore Fisherman’s Bastion. Just watch out for knights and dragons. The rest of the day? Up to you. Explore. Eat. Enjoy. (B)

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DAY 3 Budapest. Step 1: Be rested up. Step 2: Eat a big lunch. Step 3: Get ready for one of the biggest nights as Budapest sure knows how to do this. Game face on. Superstition is high today in the

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On the bucket list (included) + Budapest guided tour + Entry to Buda Castle

More inclusions + 3 breakfasts (B), 1 dinner (D) + 3 nights hostel accommodation (multi-share) + Awesome Trip Leader capital, don’t be surprised if you see locals making constant noise to scare off demons (some will even carry a bullwhip with a cracker). If you want to do the day right: don’t get into an argument, don’t do your laundry and definitely don’t sew anything, it will bring you good fortune. Lucky for you, you’ll spend the day chilling out in the city's many baths to avoid any troubles for your future. Tonight though, the Danube is going to explode in fireworks in one of the coolest spectacles you’ll ever see. If that's not your scene, there are bars and clubs open 'til sunrise. (B) DAY 4 Budapest. Whether you will wake up clear of mind or with hazy memories of the best night ever, we have brought in the New Year, and this sadly means that our Budapest New Year's experience finishes after breakfast. (B) For a detailed itinerary visit our website.

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More inclusions + 3 breakfasts (B) + 3 nights hotel accommodation (multi-share) + Modern air-conditioned coach + Awesome Trip Leader

TRIP PRICE OF €495 GOT THE TRAVEL BUG? Book two or more trips at the same time and SAVE 5-10%

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+ Walking tour of Edinburgh + Join the Hogmanay celebrations & street party

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4 DAY Hogmanay

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DAY 1 London, England to Edinburgh, Scotland. Departing early we head north towards Scotland’s historic capital, Edinburgh! World renowned for its friendly locals and great nightlife, Edinburgh in short, is one of the Europe’s best cities to visit. In the evening get to know your fellow travellers and kick off the Hogmanay celebrations. DAY 2 Edinburgh. The countdown begins! Our sightseeing begins with a tour of Edinburgh, taking in the stunning sights in this historic city. Tonight, soak up the amazing atmosphere that engulfs the streets of Edinburgh and join over 100,000 party goers at the world famous Edinburgh street party. (B)

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DAY 3 Edinburgh & Stirling Castle. After a well-deserved sleep-in, for those that are ready for more sightseeing, there is an afternoon trip to Stirling Castle, scene of the battle of Stirling. Stirling is one of the largest and most important castles in Scotland. This evening is our final chance to experience Edinburgh’s world renowned night life, and toast the memories of the past few days! (B) DAY 4 Edinburgh to London, England. We say our sad farewells to Scotland, and head back south towards London, where the trip ends. (B) For a detailed itinerary visit our website.

5 DAY Hogmanay COACH LONDON

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All items listed within the Bucket list and More inclusions are included within the price of your trip. Other activities mentioned are optional (and so may cost extra) but too awesome to miss out.

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+ Walking tour of Edinburgh + Join the Hogmanay celebrations & street party + Join in on the traditional Looney Dook

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TRIP CODE: EFNEH5

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+ 4 breakfasts (B) + 4 nights hostel accommodation (multi-share) + Modern air-conditioned coach + Awesome Trip Leader DAY 1 London, England to Edinburgh, Scotland. Scotland’s historic capital, Edinburgh has so much to offer and is world renowned for its friendly locals and great nightlife. Although Edinburgh is a compact city you’ll be amazed at the diverse ‘villages’ just waiting to be uncovered. In the evening get to know your fellow travellers and kick off the Hogmanay celebrations! DAY 2 Edinburgh & Stirling Castle. Our sightseeing begins with a tour of Edinburgh. For those that are ready for more sightseeing, there’s an afternoon trip to Stirling Castle, scene of the battle of Stirling. (B) DAY 3 Edinburgh. The New Year celebrations commence in the afternoon as the New Year passes in each of the cities around the world. Soak up the amazing atmosphere that engulfs the streets of

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Edinburgh and join over 100,000 party goers at the world famous Edinburgh street party. (B) DAY 4 Edinburgh & Looney Dook. Happy New Year! The day starts with the famous Looney Dook where we watch locals and tourists alike take a traditional dip in the Scottish waters. If you are feeling like braving it yourself register on the official Looney Dook site. (B) DAY 5 Edinburgh to London, England. We say our sad farewells to Scotland, and head back south towards London, where the trip ends. (B) For a detailed itinerary visit our website.

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4 DAY Krakow New Year 3

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On the bucket list (included)

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+ Walking tour of Krakow + Join the New Year celebrations in the Old Town + Visit to the Schindler Factory

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DAY 3 Krakow. Wander through the mysterious streets of the Old Town with its cafes, pubs and restaurants. A highlight is Wawel castle, once home to the powerful Polish kings at a time when Krakow was capital of a dominant Polish kingdom.

DAY 1 Krakow, Poland. Our trip begins today in Krakow. After meeting your awesome Trip Leader and New Year buddies, we head out for an evening meal to try out our tastebuds with Polish cuisine. Krakow’s nightlife is very much up and coming, why not see what the fuss is all about? (D) DAY 2 Krakow. This morning, a sobering visit to the Schindler Factory, where Oskar Schindler rescued over 1,000 Jews from near certain death at the hands of the Nazis. Afterwards, we'll head to the Jewish old town of Kazimierz. A chance for more history and to see its rebirth. (B)

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+ 3 breakfasts (B), 1 dinner (D) + 3 nights hotel accommodation (twin or triple-share) + Awesome Trip Leader

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TRIP CODE: EFNKH4

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The market square is a fantastic place to see in the New Year alongside the locals. A spectacular fireworks display awaits after the countdown, and the many bars in the Old Town will be going on until the early hours. (B)

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All items listed within the Bucket list and More inclusions are included within the price of your trip. Other activities mentioned are optional (and so may cost extra) but too awesome to miss out.

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DAY 4 Krakow. Happy New Year! The tour finishes in the morning after breakfast, when it will be time to say a fond farewell to our Topdeck companions! (B) For a detailed itinerary visit our website.

4 DAY Prague New Year MAKE YOUR OWN WAY TO PRAGUE

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On the bucket list (included) + Walking tour of Prague + Join the New Year celebrations in Old Prague + New Year’s Eve dinner

Dates & Prices 2014/15

NO. OF NIGHTS STAY DAY STOP

DAY 1 Prague, Czech Republic. Our trip begins today in the amazing Czech city of Prague. Meet your Trip Leader and your travel mates, before getting to know each other over a welcome dinner. Afterwards, we will hit the streets of the Old Town to check out the bustling nightlife for which Prague is known. (D) DAY 2 Prague. After breakfast this morning, your Trip Leader will take you back into the Old Town for an incredible walking tour of the many sights, perfectly setting you up for the rest of the day to explore this wonderful city. Visit Hradcany Castle,

the largest palace in Europe or the Josefov Quarter and try and find the golem (Google it). Or, simply wander through the streets of Old Prague and it will still sweep you away. (B) DAY 3 Prague. Prague is a terrific city for a New Year’s Eve party, our group dinner will start you off before seeing in the New Year in the centre of Prague. Expect one big party! (B,D) DAY 4 Prague. Happy New Year! The tour finishes in the morning after breakfast, when it will be time to say a fond farewell to our Topdeck companions! (B) For a detailed itinerary visit our website.

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TRIP CODE: EFNPH4 START

FINISH

More inclusions + 3 breakfasts (B), 2 dinners (D) + 3 nights hostel accommodation (multi-share) + Awesome Trip Leader

MEALS

DEC

JAN

TRIP PRICE OF €285 FRIENDS WITH BENEFITS Get 4 friends to book and travel together and SAVE 5% EACH!

4 DAYS

285

€

PER PERSON

All items listed within the Bucket list and More inclusions are included within the price of your trip. Other activities mentioned are optional (and so may cost extra) but too awesome to miss out.

€72/day

MAKE YOUR OWN WAY TO BERLIN

NIGHTS HOSTEL ACCOMMODATION

Dates & Prices 2014/15

On the bucket list (included)

TRIP CODE: EFNBH4

+ Walking tour of Berlin + Join the New Year celebrations at the Brandenburg Gate

START

EUR FINISH

DEC

JAN

MEALS

Winter 2014/15

4 DAY Berlin New Year

More inclusions

TRIP PRICE OF €315

+ 3 breakfasts (B), 1 dinner (D) + 3 nights hostel accommodation (multi-share) + Awesome Trip Leader

TRAVELLED WITH US BEFORE? Aw, shucks, here’s 5% OFF your next trip!

4 DAYS

315

€

PER PERSON

All items listed within the Bucket list and More inclusions are included within the price of your trip. Other activities mentioned are optional (and so may cost extra) but too awesome to miss out.

DAY 1 Berlin, Germany. Our trip begins in Berlin. In the afternoon there will be a welcome meeting, before we head out for an evening to get to know our fellow travellers. Enjoy an included group dinner before your first chance to experience the exciting nightlife for which Berlin is famous. (D) DAY 2 Berlin. Many years have now passed since the collapse of the Berlin Wall, once separating East from West Berlin. The many sights and museums that you’ll see on our walking tour will help to give you an understanding of the history of the city.

€79/day

The afternoon is yours to explore the festive atmosphere or to try a spot of shopping amongst Berlin’s Christmas markets. Why not enjoy a little music, sample some traditional German food and try a glass of the Christmas glühwein. (B)

NO. OF NIGHTS STAY DAY STOP

DAY 3 Berlin. Enjoy a well-deserved sleep-in as the day is yours to explore the city. The official ‘Silvester’ (New Year’s Eve) programme kicks off at around 5.30pm so head in early to get a good position to count down to a memorable New Year! (B) DAY 4 Berlin. Happy New Year! The tour finishes in the morning after breakfast, when it will be time to say a fond farewell to our Topdeck companions! Enjoy the remainder of your stay in fantastic Berlin! (B) For a detailed itinerary visit our website.

4 DAY Madrid New Year MAKE YOUR OWN WAY TO MADRID

NIGHTS HOSTEL ACCOMMODATION

Dates & Prices 2014/15

On the bucket list (included)

TRIP CODE: EFNMH4

+ Walking tour of Madrid + Entrance of the Royal Palace + Join the New Year celebrations in downtown Madrid

START

EUR FINISH

DEC

JAN

TRIP PRICE OF €255 GOT THE TRAVEL BUG? Book two or more trips at the same time and SAVE 5-10%

4 DAYS

255

€

PER PERSON

All items listed within the Bucket list and More inclusions are included within the price of your trip. Other activities mentioned are optional (and so may cost extra) but too awesome to miss out.

€64/day

MEALS

More inclusions + 3 breakfasts (B), 1 dinner (D) + 3 nights hostel accommodation (multi-share) + Awesome Trip Leader DAY 1 Madrid, Spain. Hola! Welcome to Spain! Our trip begins today in Spain’s capital Madrid. After our welcome meeting we head out for an evening meal with our fellow travellers. To say Spanish cuisine is one of the best in the world is almost an understatement. (D) DAY 2 Madrid. After breakfast this morning, your Trip Leader will take you on a walking tour of historic Madrid. Full of some of the most majestic sights in Europe, you'll tick off the sights of this beautiful city including the opulent Royal Palace. (B) DAY 3 Madrid. We head out together to the city centre to celebrate New Year Spanish style! Save a little appetite for the Spanish tradition of eating a grape as the bell chimes for each hour at the turn of New Year! Afterwards, trust the Spaniards to know how to throw a fiesta, with the party in the town

NO. OF NIGHTS STAY DAY STOP

centre of Madrid sure to be going on until the early hours of the new year. (B) DAY 4 Madrid. Happy New Year! Sadly your trip ends after breakfast but hopefully it's after one of the best nights out ever. Say your fond farewells. The only decision left is whether to stay in Madrid. (B) For a detailed itinerary visit our website.

4-14 DAYS

CABINS, B&B & HOSTELS

TWIN & MULTISHARE

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MAKE YOUR OWN WAY TO VENICE

NIGHTS CABIN ACCOMMODATION

On the bucket list (included) + Topdeck welcome party + Walking tour of Venice + Join the historic Venice Carnival celebrations + Vaporetto ride on the Grand Canal, Venice

MEALS

Dates & Prices 2015 FINISH

FEB

TRIP PRICE OF €255

4 DAYS

255

€

NO. OF NIGHTS STAY

gondola ride to see Venice from the water and explore the city taking in the festive atmosphere of Venice during Carnival. Perhaps even find your own Venetian mask to wear! (B)

DAY 2 Venice. We travel across the bay to the unique and charming city of Venice. Built on an archipelago of small islands, Venice is a network of bustling canals, beautiful bridges, charming squares and narrow passageways. Our included walking tour is the best way to appreciate sights such as St Mark’s Square, the AcEURemia, Doge’s Palace and stunning St Mark’s Basilica. Take an optional

5%, 10% OR 12.5% OFF the price with our Festival & Event Rewards. More info p.2

+ 3 breakfasts (B) + 3 nights cabin accommodation, with heating (twin-share) + Commemorative t-shirt + Awesome Trip Leader

DAY 1 Venice, Italy. Benvenuti in Italia! Welcome to Italy! We meet at our accommodation in the afternoon for our welcome meeting. Spend the evening getting to know your fellow travellers and getting into the spirit of the Venice Carnival.

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TRIP CODE: EFVCHS START

More inclusions

DAY STOP

Spring 2015

4 DAY Venice Carnival

DAY 3 Venice. Today is the biggest day of the Carnival, with street and canal parades showcasing the amazing and ornate costumes worn by the locals. The squares of Venice will be overflowing with people, with plenty of live entertainment and activities for everyone to enjoy. (B)

PER PERSON

All items listed within the Bucket list and More inclusions are included within the price of your trip. Other activities mentioned are optional (and so may cost extra) but too awesome to miss out.

€64/day

DAY 4 Venice. The trip finishes in the morning after breakfast, when it will be time to say a fond farewell to our Topdeck companions. Enjoy the remainder of your stay in fantastic Venice! (B) For a detailed itinerary visit our website.

4 DAY Las Fallas MAKE YOUR OWN WAY TO VALENCIA

On the bucket list (included) + Walking tour of Valencia + Join the Las Fallas celebrations

More inclusions + 3 breakfasts (B) + 3 nights hostel accommodation (multi-share) + Commemorative t-shirt + Awesome Trip Leader

NO. OF NIGHTS STAY DAY STOP

DAY 1 Valencia, Spain. Viva España! Our adventure begins in the glorious Spanish city of Valencia. We meet our Topdeck Trip Leader in the afternoon for a welcome briefing, before heading out to get to know our fellow travellers – a great chance to get into the spirit of Las Fallas, one of Europe's great festivals. DAY 2 Valencia. After a walking tour, check out the awesome 'fallas' or monuments located all over Old Town. Head to the Plaza del Ayuntamiento in time for the 'mascleta' (fireworks display), grab a spot to watch 'l'ofrena floral' (the offering of the flowers) and party Spanish style long into the night. Don't miss the midnight fireworks display. (B)

NIGHTS HOSTEL ACCOMMODATION

DAY 3 Valencia. With a free day to enjoy Valencia why not visit the beach or one of the many restaurants along the busy port? Today is your last chance to take in the awe-inspiring displays and parades that accompany the celebrations and to dance along to the non-stop music. The climax of the festival, the 'crema', is a huge burning ritual and an experience that will not be forgotten. (B) DAY 4 Valencia. The trip finishes in the morning after breakfast, when it will be time to say a fond farewell to our Topdeck companions. Enjoy the remainder of your stay in fantastic Valencia! (B) For a detailed itinerary visit our website.

MEALS

Dates & Prices 2015 EUR

TRIP CODE: EFLFHT START

FINISH

MAR

TRIP PRICE OF €260 GOT THE TRAVEL BUG? Book two or more trips at the same time and SAVE 5-10%

4 DAYS

260

€

PER PERSON

All items listed within the Bucket list and More inclusions are included within the price of your trip. Other activities mentioned are optional (and so may cost extra) but too awesome to miss out.

€65/day

18 Spring 2015

4 DAY St Patrick's Day 3

MAKE YOUR OWN WAY TO DUBLIN

NIGHTS HOSTEL ACCOMMODATION

On the bucket list (included) + Walking tour of Dublin + Guinness Storehouse tour & complimentary pint of Guinness + Join the St Patrick's Day Parade & celebrations

Dates & Prices 2015 FINISH

EFSPHS

MAR

EFLFHT

MAR

SHARED BATHROOM TRIP PRICE OF €285

+ 3 breakfasts (B) + 3 nights hostel accommodation (multi-share) + Commemorative t-shirt + Awesome Trip Leader meet up to visit the bars, pubs and clubs of the buzzing Temple Bar district before tomorrow’s festivities. (B)

DAY STOP

EUR

TRIP CODE: EFSPHS/EFSPHT START

More inclusions

NO. OF NIGHTS STAY

MEALS

DAY 1 Dublin, Ireland. Top o' the morning to you! Our trip begins in the glorious Irish capital of Dublin. We meet at our accommodation in the evening for our welcome meeting, before heading out for drinks with our fellow travellers. It’s a great chance to get into the spirit of St Patrick’s Day and the city of Dublin.

DAY 3 Dublin. The day we've all been waiting for! We head into the heart of the celebrations to secure a spot for the St Patrick’s Day Parade. This is a day like no other and the atmosphere in the streets will have you singing and dancing with the locals in no time. Tonight, why not party on into the wee hours at Topdeck’s St Patrick’s Day after-party! (B)

DAY 2 Dublin. We start the day with a walking tour around the sights of Dublin before finishing at the world famous Guinness Storehouse. We’ll take a tour to see how the precious drop is created before sampling a free pint in the Skybar, famous for its 360 degree panoramic views of Dublin. The rest of the day is free to explore the city. In the evening

DAY 4 Dublin. The trip finishes in the morning after breakfast, when it will be time to say a fond farewell to our Topdeck companions. Enjoy the remainder of your stay in fantastic Dublin! (B)

ENSUITE TRIP PRICE OF €310 TRAVELLED WITH US BEFORE? Aw, shucks, here’s 5% OFF your next trip!

4 DAYS

285

€

PER PERSON

All items listed within the Bucket list and More inclusions are included within the price of your trip. Other activities mentioned are optional (and so may cost extra) but too awesome to miss out.

Starting from €72/day

For a detailed itinerary visit our website.

4 DAY King's Day COACH LONDON

LONDON

NIGHTS HOSTEL ACCOMMODATION

On the bucket list (included) + Orientation tour of Amsterdam + Join the King's Day celebrations + Dutch cheese & clog making demonstration

Dates & Prices 2015

NO. OF NIGHTS STAY DAY STOP

DAY 1 London, England to Amsterdam, The Netherlands. After an early departure from London, we catch a ferry and then drive north to Amsterdam. Let us show you around (yes, the Red Light District too) before letting you into the night. DAY 2 Amsterdam. Today is ours to take in Amsterdam's abundant culture. The Anne Frank Museum, the Van Gogh Museum and the Rijksmuseum are well worth visiting. Or why not take to two wheels like a local and see the city by bike? This evening is Koninginnenacht (King’s Night) when the carnival atmosphere starts. DJs play on

public squares, boats fill canals, and live music hits the streets. (B) DAY 3 Amsterdam. It’s time for the Netherlands' largest holiday. Take to the streets and canals to join the thousands of revellers celebrating Koninginnedag (King’s Day). Dress in orange to blend in with the Dutch crowds, and party with the locals until the early hours. (B) DAY 4 Amsterdam to London, England. Don’t tell us we don’t teach you anything as you find out how clogs and cheese are made this morning. Then our trip back to London and farewell. (B) For a detailed itinerary visit our website.

EUR

TRIP CODE: EFKALL START

FINISH

More inclusions + 3 breakfasts (B) + 3 nights hostel accommodation (multi-share) + Return ferry crossings + Modern air-conditioned coach + Commemorative t-shirt + Awesome Trip Leader

MEALS

APR

TRIP PRICE OF €365 FRIENDS WITH BENEFITS Get 4 friends to book and travel together and SAVE 5% EACH!

4 DAYS

365

€

PER PERSON

All items listed within the Bucket list and More inclusions are included within the price of your trip. Other activities mentioned are optional (and so may cost extra) but too awesome to miss out.

€92/day

COACH LONDON

LONDON

NIGHTS HOSTEL ACCOMMODATION

Dates & Prices 2015 START

+ Orientation tours of Brugge & Brussels + Belgian Brewery tour + Belgian chocolate factory visit

FINISH

APR

MEALS

On the bucket list (included) EUR

TRIP CODE: EFEBHT

APR

More inclusions

TRIP PRICE OF €395

+ 3 breakfasts (B), 1 dinner (B) + 3 nights hostel accommodation (multi-share) + Return ferry crossings + Modern air-conditioned coach + Awesome Trip Leader + Driver

5%, 10% OR 12.5% OFF the price with our Festival & Event Rewards. More info p.2

4 DAYS

395

€

PER PERSON

€99/day

DAY 1 London, England to Brugge, Belgium. An arrival into Brugge means a walking tour of this medieval town before dinner at a local restaurant. (D) DAY 2 Brugge. Lovers of bikes, chocolate and beer – the choice is yours. A bike tour? A chocolate frenzy in Market Square? This afternoon we’re off to complete the trilogy with a visit to a Belgian brewery. (B)

DAY 3 Brugge. A day trip to Brussels – we’ll point the way then take time to explore. For foodies there’s seafood or frites mayo and beer fans will love the city’s beer houses. Then back to Brugge for our final night. (B) DAY 4 Brugge to London, England. We come over all Willy Wonka with a chocolate factory visit before our return journey to London. (B) For a detailed itinerary & map visit our website.

4 DAY Amsterdam Easter COACH LONDON

LONDON

NIGHTS HOSTEL ACCOMMODATION

Dates & Prices 2015 TRIP CODE: EFEAHS START

FINISH

APR

FINISH APR

More inclusions + 3 breakfasts (B) + 3 nights hostel accommodation (multi-share) + Return ferry crossings + Modern air-conditioned coach + Awesome Trip Leader + Driver

GOT THE TRAVEL BUG? Book two or more trips at the same time and SAVE 5-10%

4 DAYS

€

€103/day

MEALS

+ Day trip to the Keukenhof flower fields + Walking tour of Amsterdam + Dutch cheese & clogs demonstration

EUR START

On the bucket list (included)

TRIP PRICE OF €410

410

Spring 2015

4 DAY Brugge Easter

PER PERSON

DAY 1 London, England to Amsterdam, The Netherlands. Arrive into Amsterdam after a hop, skip and jump (or coach) where you’ll get your bearings with an orientation tour. DAY 2 Amsterdam. Free day. Why not make like a local and tour the city by bike? Then maybe the Anne Frank Haus or Van Gogh Museums? (B)

DAY 3 Amsterdam. Enjoy a tour of Keukenhof flower fields, home to over 6 million tulips. This evening offers the chance to cruise the canals. (B) DAY 4 Amsterdam to London, England. Off to see how clogs are made before our return journey to London. (B) For a detailed itinerary & map visit our website.

r e m m Su 4-13 DAYS

CAMP/DORM & APARTMENT

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MAKE YOUR OWN WAY TO PAMPLONA

NIGHTS APARTMENT ACCOMMODATION

Dates & Prices 2015

On the bucket list (included)

TRIP CODE: EFPHO4

+ Orientation tour of Pamplona + Join the San Fermin opening or closing ceremony celebrations

TYPE

START

EUR FINISH

VAMOS

JUL

FINALE

JUL

MEALS

Summer 2015

4 DAY Pamplona Vamos or Finale

More inclusions TRIP PRICE OF €505

+ 3 breakfasts (B) + 3 nights apartment accommodation (multi-share) + Awesome Trip Leader + Commemorative t-shirt

TRIP PRICE OF €575 TRAVELLED WITH US BEFORE? Aw, shucks, here’s 5% OFF your next trip!

4 DAYS

505

€

PER PERSON

All items listed within the Bucket list and More inclusions are included within the price of your trip. Other activities mentioned are optional (and so may cost extra) but too awesome to miss out.

Starting from €127/day

DAY 1 Pamplona, Spain. Bienvenidos a España! In the evening meet the rest of your group at our Topdeck welcome meeting before heading out on an orientation tour of Pamplona and your first chance to experience the exciting nightlife that the Spanish are famous for! DAY 2 Pamplona. If you are in Pamplona for the opening ceremony, you will head into town in the morning to get a good position for the opening ceremony celebrations. At midday on the 6th of July a rocket is fired from the balcony of the Town Hall which signals the start of the San Fermin festivities. Cava (local sparkling wine) is the order of the day and the locals go mad covering each other in sangria, flour, eggs and shaving cream. In true Spanish style, the party continues long into the night, as the locals and tourists alike continue this huge street party. (B)

NO. OF NIGHTS STAY DAY STOP

DAY 3 Pamplona. We get up early this morning to make sure we don't miss any of the excitement that is the San Fermin festival, a tradition that dates back hundreds of years. There is loads of entertainment all over town, from street parties to sangria fights for you to enjoy. And if you’re in Pamplona for the closing ceremony, the festivities officially end at midnight on the 14th July in front of the Town Hall. (B) DAY 4 Pamplona. In the morning it’s time to say goodbye to new friends and continue on with your travels. (B) For a detailed itinerary visit our website.

5 DAY Pamplona Cantante or Sorpresa MAKE YOUR OWN WAY TO PAMPLONA

NIGHTS CAMP/DORM ACCOMMODATION

Dates & Prices 2015

On the bucket list (included)

TRIP CODE: EFPC05/EFPD05

+ Join the San Fermin opening ceremony celebrations + Day trip to San Sebastian

START

EUR

FINISH

JUL

GOT THE TRAVEL BUG? Book two or more trips at the same time and SAVE 5-10%

5 DAYS

€

PER PERSON

All items listed within the Bucket list and More inclusions are included within the price of your trip. Other activities mentioned are optional (and so may cost extra) but too awesome to miss out.

€65/day

MEALS

More inclusions

TRIP PRICE OF €325

325

+ 3 breakfasts (B) + 1 extra breakfast included if you do not join the San Sebastian day trip + 4 nights camping in twin-share pre-erected tents with air mattresses or 4 nights dormitory accommodation (up to 30 per room) + Return coach transfers to the festival + Commemorative t-shirt + Awesome Trip Leader

NO. OF NIGHTS STAY DAY STOP

DAY 1 Pamplona, Spain. Make your way to Topdeck’s beautiful campsite at Lerate, southwest of Pamplona. Topdeck shuttles will do scheduled pickups from the Pamplona bus station. DAY 2 Pamplona “San Fermin” Opening Ceremony . We’re up early for a great Opening Ceremony position. At midday a rocket is fired from the balcony of the Town Hall to signal the start of the San Fermin festivities. The party continues all day. There are regular return shuttles between Pamplona and the campsite (B) DAY 3 Pamplona. Another chance to experience the festivities. With entertainment available throughout the town, soak up the atmosphere

wherever you choose. After a hectic morning, take the afternoon to relax at the campsite. There’s a Topdeck Sangria BBQ if you’re game. (B) DAY 4 Pamplona & San Sebastian Day Trip. An early stop in Pamplona town for more Fermin fun, then we’re off to San Sebastian. See: sandy beaches, the old town and a chilled out atmosphere. This evening, the choice is yours. DAY 5 Pamplona. A final opportunity to check out Pamplona, then back to camp for a farewell breakfast. (B) For a detailed itinerary visit our website.

22 Summer 2015

6 DAY Pamplona Fiesta COACH LONDON

PAMPLONA

NIGHTS CAMPING

MEALS

On the bucket list (included)

Dates & Prices 2015

+ Orientation tour of Pamplona + Join the San Fermin opening ceremony celebrations + Day trip to San Sebastian

START

DAY 1 London, England to Pamplona, Spain. Departing London we’ll then take the ferry to Calais before continuing by coach to Pamplona overnight. DAY 2 Pamplona. After campsite check-in, we head into Pamplona for our orientation tour. Afterwards, get your outfits ready or sample some of the local tapas bars. DAY 3 Pamplona “San Fermin” Opening Ceremony. We head into Pamplona to get a good spot for the opening ceremony celebrations. At midday a rocket is fired from the balcony of the Town Hall signalling the start of the San Fermin festivities and the party continues all day. (B)

JUL

TRIP PRICE OF €395 5%, 10% OR 12.5% OFF the price with our Festival & Event Rewards. More info p.2

DAY STOP

FINISH

More inclusions

NO. OF NIGHTS STAY

EUR

TRIP CODE: EFPCP6

6 DAYS

395

€

PER PERSON

All items listed within the Bucket list and More inclusions are included within the price of your trip. Other activities mentioned are optional (and so may cost extra) but too awesome to miss out.

DAY 4 Pamplona. There’s entertainment all over town today. And if you fancy, you can join us at camp for the optional Sangria BBQ this afternoon. (B)

€66/day

DAY 5 Pamplona & San Sebastian Day Trip. Soak up the early morning atmosphere as we head into Pamplona. Then to San Sebastian. Sandy beaches and a beautiful old town = chilled out atmosphere. DAY 6 Pamplona. An early morning jaunt to Pamplona for your last chance to savour the festivities before a goodbye breakfast back at camp. (B) For a detailed itinerary visit our website.

6 DAY Pamplona Pronto COACH LONDON

LONDON

NIGHTS CAMPING

On the bucket list (included) + Orientation tour of Pamplona + Join the San Fermin opening ceremony celebrations

MEALS

Dates & Prices 2015

NO. OF NIGHTS STAY DAY STOP

of the San Fermin festivities. Enjoy! There are regular shuttles to and from camp. (B)

DAY 1 London, England to Pamplona, Spain. We leave London for Dover this afternoon before catching the ferry to Calais. Once in France we’re back on the coach for the journey overnight to Pamplona.

DAY 4 Pamplona. With festivities across the town of Pamplona today you won’t be stuck for things to do. And in the afternoon we’ve got the Topdeck Sangria BBQ if you fancy. (B)

DAY 2 Pamplona. Check-in at camp then we’re straight into Pamplona for our orientation tour. Afterwards, why not sample some of the local tapas bars?

DAY 5 Pamplona to London, England. A final opportunity to soak up the atmosphere of Pamplona. Then relax at camp ready for our departure late afternoon en route to London. (B)

DAY 3 Pamplona “San Fermin” Opening Ceremony. We’re out early for a great spot at the opening ceremony. At midday a rocket is fired from the balcony of the Town Hall which signals the start

DAY 6 London. A quick ferry trip from Calais brings us to the final leg of our journey before we part in London. For a detailed itinerary visit our website.

FINISH

More inclusions + 3 breakfasts (B) + 3 nights camping in twin-share pre-erected tents with air mattresses + Modern air-conditioned coach + Return coach transfers to the festival + Commemorative t-shirt + Awesome Trip Leader + Driver

EUR

TRIP CODE: EFPCL6 START JUL

JUL

TRIP PRICE OF €440 FRIENDS WITH BENEFITS Get 4 friends to book and travel together and SAVE 5% EACH!

6 DAYS

440

€

PER PERSON

All items listed within the Bucket list and More inclusions are included within the price of your trip. Other activities mentioned are optional (and so may cost extra) but too awesome to miss out.

€74/day

COACH LONDON

Dates & Prices 2015 EUR FINISH

JUL

TRIP PRICE OF €470

NIGHTS CAMPING

MEALS

+ Orientation tour of Pamplona + Join the San Fermin opening ceremony celebrations + Day trip to San Sebastian

More inclusions

TRAVELLED WITH US BEFORE? Aw, shucks, here’s 5% OFF your next trip!

7 DAYS

470

On the bucket list (included)

TRIP CODE: EFPCL7 START

LONDON

Summer 2015

7 DAY San Fermin Festivities

€

PER PERSON

All items listed within the Bucket list and More inclusions are included within the price of your trip. Other activities mentioned are optional (and so may cost extra) but too awesome to miss out.

€68/day

+ 3 breakfasts (B) + 1 extra breakfast included if you do not join the San Sebastian day trip + 4 nights camping in twin-share pre-erected tents with air mattresses + Modern air-conditioned coach + Return coach transfers to the festival + Commemorative t-shirt + Awesome Trip Leader + Driver DAY 1 London, England to Pamplona, Spain. Departing London this afternoon we’ll catch the ferry to Calais before our coach trip continues overnight to Pamplona. DAY 2 Pamplona. After check-in we head into Pamplona for our orientation tour. Afterwards, wander around the town to soak up the atmosphere or check out the local tapas bars - your choice. DAY 3 Pamplona “San Fermin” Opening Ceremony. It’s opening ceremony day. A rocket fired at midday signals the start of the San Fermin festivities but we’ll be there early to get a great spot. (B)

NO. OF NIGHTS STAY DAY STOP

DAY 4 Pamplona. A morning of festivities in Pamplona before the optional Sangria BBQ. Then head back into Pamplona for the fireworks display. (B) DAY 5 Pamplona & San Sebastian Day Trip. San Sebastian after a stop in Pamplona. Sandy beaches and beautiful old town in this chilled out city. DAY 6 Pamplona to London, England. A late afternoon departure for London means last chance to visit Pamplona or relax pool side. (B) DAY 7 London. We arrive back in London early afternoon and say adios. For a detailed itinerary visit our website.

8 DAY San Fermin & San Sebastian MAKE YOUR OWN WAY TO PAMPLONA

NIGHTS CAMP/DORM ACCOMMODATION

Dates & Prices 2015

On the bucket list (included)

TRIP CODE: EFPSO8

+ Orientation tour of Pamplona + Join the San Fermin opening ceremony celebrations + Walking tour of San Sebastian

START

EUR FINISH

JUL

TRIP PRICE OF €550 5%, 10% OR 12.5% OFF the price with our Festival & Event Rewards. More info p.2

8 DAYS

550

€

PER PERSON

All items listed within the Bucket list and More inclusions are included within the price of your trip. Other activities mentioned are optional (and so may cost extra) but too awesome to miss out.

€69/day

MEALS

More inclusions + 7 breakfasts (B) + 4 nights camping in twin-share pre-erected tents with air mattresses, 3 nights hostel accommodation on a multi-share basis + Modern air-conditioned coach + Return coach transfers to the festival + Commemorative t-shirt + Awesome Trip Leader + Driver DAY 1 Pamplona, Spain. Bienvenidos a España! Make your way to camp to meet your fellow #topdeckers. We’ll have regular, scheduled pick-ups from Pamplona bus station. DAY 2 Pamplona “San Fermin” Opening Ceremony. It’s opening ceremony day. At midday a rocket is fired signalling the start of the San Fermin festivities. Expect Cava, sangria, flour and eggs filling the streets. (B) DAY 3 Pamplona. An experience for all the senses as we join the festivities in the town. Then why not hit up the Topdeck Sangria BBQ this afternoon? (B)

NO. OF NIGHTS STAY DAY STOP

DAY 4 Pamplona. Another opportunity to soak up the amazing atmosphere of Pamplona. (B) DAY 5-6 Pamplona to San Sebastian. On to San Sebastian. Try surfing, or just chill out in the sun. Enough of the beach? Boutique shop the old town or take a wander to the Statue of Christ. (B) (B) DAY 7 San Sebastian. Free day means your choice. Just don’t forget the pinxtos. Then evening drinks. (B) DAY 8 San Sebastian. After breakfast it’s time to say adios. (B) For a detailed itinerary visit our website.

24 Summer 2015

13 DAY Spanish Festival Adventure MAKE YOUR OWN WAY TO BARCELONA

NO. OF NIGHTS STAY DAY STOP

Dates & Prices 2015 TRIP CODE: EFSFBP START

EUR FINISH

JUN

JUL

TRIP PRICE OF €1195 TRAVELLED WITH US BEFORE? Aw, shucks, here’s 5% OFF your next trip!

13 DAYS

1195

€

PER PERSON

All items listed within the Bucket list and More inclusions are included within the price of your trip. Other activities mentioned are optional (and so may cost extra) but too awesome to miss out.

12 NIGHTS HOSTEL & CAMPING ACCOMMODATION

DAY 1-2 Barcelona, Spain. Our trip begins in vibrant Barcelona. We meet our Topdeck Crew to find out about the festivals and other highlights ahead of us. With two nights here there’s plenty of time to explore. After a city driving tour, head up to the Park Güell for spectacular views, check out the Sagrada Familia or chill at the beach. (D) (B) DAY 3 Barcelona to Haro. Next is the small town of Haro in the Rioja wine region for the annual Haro Wine Festival, the highlight of which is the awesome Batalla Del Vino (Wine Battle). After a tasty BBQ at our campsite, party into the night with the locals in preparation for the battle tomorrow. (B,D) DAY 4 Haro & the Wine Battle. It’s an early start for the Batalla Del Vino itself! Dress in white, choose your ‘weapon’ (bucket, water pistol, bottle) and start dousing the crowds in copious amounts of red wine! It’s great fun and the festival is still largely off the tourist map, so you’ll be mixing with the locals. Afterwards it’s back to camp for showers and perhaps a siesta before having the rest of the day to yourself, why not take an optional visit to a local Rioja vineyard? (B) DAY 5-6 Haro to Madrid. Our next stop is Spain’s majestic capital, Madrid. Upon arrival we have a driving tour of the city taking in the Prado Museum, Gran Via and the Plaza de España amongst other landmarks. In your free time, maybe visit the Prado Museum or the Reina Sofia Museum (home to Pablo Picasso’s famous Guernica painting). Alternatively you could check out the Santiago Bernabeu Stadium (home to Real Madrid FC) or the 25,000 capacity Las Ventas Bullring. Enjoy an included dinner on the first night and our centrally located hostel is the ideal base for indulging in Madrid’s famous nightlife. (B,D) (B)

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DAY 7-9 Madrid to San Sebastian via Segovia. On our way to San Sebastian we stop in Segovia, one of Europe’s most spectacular Renaissance cities. It’s then on to coastal city of San Sebastian in the north of Spain. A walking tour takes in the city’s main sights. San Sebastian is also home to Europe’s finest city beaches and some of Spain’s best surf conditions, you can even take an optional surf lesson! (B,D) (B) (B)

MEALS

On the bucket list (included) + Join in the (Wine Battle) Haro + Driving tour of Barcelona + Driving tour of Madrid + Walking tour of Segovia + Walking tour of San Sebastian + Join the San Fermin opening ceremony celebrations

More inclusions + 12 breakfasts (B), 4 dinners (D) + 7 nights hostel accommodation (multishare), 5 nights camping in twin-share tents with air mattresses + Modern air-conditioned coach + Awesome Trip Leader + Driver DAY 10 San Sebastian to Pamplona. It’s a short drive to Pamplona and our lakeside campsite. Enjoy the pool and admire the scenery as we prepare for the San Fermin opening ceremony and festivities. (B) DAY 11 Pamplona “San Fermin” Opening Ceremony. The opening ceremony of San Fermin Festival is a sight to behold! A huge street party sees us mix with the locals, all dressed in white with red sashes and scarves. The sangria flows freely and the town of Pamplona comes alive, an amazing atmosphere and an unforgettable day! (B) DAY 12 Pamplona. An early start as we head into Pamplona to kick start our second day of celebrations. We'll return to camp for breakfast when you can relax and chill out before the evening fireworks. Not to mention the party. (B) DAY 13 Pamplona. It's your final chance to check out Pamplona before we return to camp for breakfast and farewells. (B) For a detailed itinerary visit our website.

MAKE YOUR OWN WAY TO BARCELONA

Dates & Prices 2015

On the bucket list (included)

TRIP CODE: EFSFBM

+ Driving tour of Barcelona + Join in the Batalla del Vino (Wine Battle) Haro + Driving tour of Madrid

START

EUR FINISH

JUN

JUL

NIGHTS HOSTEL & CAMPING ACCOMMODATION

MEALS

Summer 2015

7 DAY Spanish Wine Battle

More inclusions

TRIP PRICE OF €680 GOT THE TRAVEL BUG? Book two or more trips at the same time and SAVE 5-10%

7 DAYS

680

€

PER PERSON

All items listed within the Bucket list and More inclusions are included within the price of your trip. Other activities mentioned are optional (and so may cost extra) but too awesome to miss out.

€98/day

+ 6 breakfasts (B), 3 dinners (D) + 4 nights hostel accommodation (multishare), 2 nights camping in twin-share tents with air mattresses + Modern air-conditioned coach + Awesome Trip Leader + Driver DAY 1-2 Barcelona, Spain. Welcome to Barcelona. Meet your fellow travellers at a welcome meeting and over dinner. Then get to know Barcelona on our city driving tour before your chance to explore. Why not head up to the Park Güell for spectacular views, check out the Sagrada Familia or chill at the beach? (D) (B) DAY 3 Barcelona to Haro. Onto the small town of Haro in the Rioja wine region. We’re here to join in the annual Haro Wine Festival, the highlight is the awesome Batalla Del Vino (Wine Battle). After a tasty BBQ, party into the night with the locals in preparation for the festivities to come. (B,D) DAY 4 Haro & the Wine Battle. It’s an early start for the Batalla Del Vino itself. Douse the locals (not many tourists make it here) and each other in copious amounts of red wine. Afterwards it’s back to camp for breakfast and showers. With the rest of

NO. OF NIGHTS STAY DAY STOP

the day free to do as you please, why not take visit a local Rioja vineyard? (B) DAY 5-6 Haro to Madrid. Our next stop is Spain’s majestic capital, Madrid. A driving tour of the city takes in the Prado Museum, Gran Via and the Plaza de España amongst other landmarks. There’s plenty of free time to explore Madrid further. Don’t forget to sample some of Madrid’s excellent restaurants and famous nightlife! (B,D) (B) DAY 7 Madrid. After breakfast it’s time to say goodbye. (B) For a detailed itinerary visit our website.

9 DAY Madrid to Pamplona MAKE YOUR OWN WAY TO MADRID

NIGHTS HOSTEL & CAMPING ACCOMMODATION

Dates & Prices 2015

On the bucket list (included)

TRIP CODE: EFSFMP

+ + + +

START

EUR FINISH

JUN

JUL

TRIP PRICE OF €895 5%, 10% OR 12.5% OFF the price with our Festival & Event Rewards. More info p.2

9 DAYS

895

€

PER PERSON

All items listed within the Bucket list and More inclusions are included within the price of your trip. Other activities mentioned are optional (and so may cost extra) but too awesome to miss out.

€100/day

MEALS

Driving tour of Madrid Walking tour of Segovia Walking tour of San Sebastian Join the San Fermin opening ceremony celebrations

More inclusions + 8 breakfasts (B), 2 dinners (D) + 5 nights hostel accommodation (multi-share), 3 nights camping in twin-share pre-erected tents with air mattresses + Modern air-conditioned coach + Awesome Trip Leader + Driver

NO. OF NIGHTS STAY DAY STOP

DAY 1-2 Madrid, Spain. A driving tour of the main sights helps you get your bearings before dinner. On your free day, why not visit the Prado Museum, check out the Santiago Bernabeu Stadium or the Parque del Retiro? The nightlife’s not bad either. (D) (B)

DAY 6 San Sebastian to Pamplona. We arrive in Pamplona. Enjoy the pool and admire the scenery as we prepare for the opening ceremony. (B)

DAY 3-5 Madrid to San Sebastian via Segovia. En route to San Sebastian we’re in Segovia, a spectacular Renaissance city. Then San Sebastian, and a walking tour of the sights to see. San Sebastian is also home to to-die-for city beaches and some of Spain’s best surf conditions. Surf’s up! (B,D) (B)

DAY 8 Pamplona. Back to town this morning for more festivities. Then the chance to relax at camp to reserve energy for the evening’s fireworks. (B)

DAY 7 Pamplona “San Fermin” Opening Ceremony. A true sight to behold. After the official opening watch Pamplona come alive. (B)

DAY 9 Pamplona. An early last visit to Pamplona before a farewell breakfast at camp. (B) For a detailed itinerary visit our website.

RULES OF ENGAGEMENT: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5.

Cannon shot = game on. Squash. Throw. Repeat. Only throw tomatoes. Give way to trucks. No ripping and tearing.

MAKE YOUR OWN WAY TO VALENCIA

DAY 3 Valencia (Buñol & La Tomatina). It’s an early start in the morning as we travel by private coach to Buñol for the world’s biggest food fight – La Tomatina. Tens of thousands of revellers make the journey to this small Spanish village each year geared up for a day to remember. The atmosphere building up to the ‘fight’ is like one big street party, with the occasional water fight added in just for fun! Technically the festival doesn’t kick off until someone has climbed a ‘greased pole’ to retrieve a ham, however a cannon blast will also signal the start of the onslaught at approximately 11.00am. At this time huge trucks full of tomatoes roll through the street dropping their loads in the middle of the packed crowds. The fight lasts for an hour, at which time another cannon blast indicates the end of the battle. It’s then time to clean up as best you can before heading back to Valencia for a shower and a well-earned rest. In the evening join us for our farewell party to toast the memories of your La Tomatina experience. (B) DAY 4 Valencia. The tour finishes in the morning after breakfast, when it will be time to say a fond farewell to your Topdeck companions! Enjoy the remainder of your stay in fantastic Valencia! (B)

MEALS

NO. OF NIGHTS STAY DAY STOP

On the bucket list (included) + + + +

Welcome Party Walking tour of Valencia Ticket for La Tomatina festivities at Buñol Farewell Party

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FINISH AUG

AUG

EUR

TRIP CODE: EFLTHS

More inclusions + 3 breakfasts (B) + 3 nights hostel accommodation (multi-share) (EFLTHS) & 3* and 4* hotel accommodation (twin or triple share) (EFLTH3/EFLTH4) + Return coach transport to Buñol + Commemorative t-shirt + Awesome Trip Leader

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4-6

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4 DAYS

325

€

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TRIP PRICE OF €355

4 DAYS

355

€

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ACCOMMODATION

TRIP PRICE OF €395

4 DAYS

395

€

PER PERSON

All items listed within the Bucket list and More inclusions are included within the price of your trip. Other activities mentioned are optional (and so may cost extra) but too awesome to miss out.

DAY 2 Valencia. The day begins with a walking tour of the Old Town of Valencia, taking in such highlights as the Central Market, Plaza Redona, the Cathedral of Valencia and the Basilica of Our Lady the Forsaken. In the afternoon you can wander the streets to explore the rest of this fascinating city, or simply head to the beach and work on your tan! In the evening head out and discover some of the delicious local cuisine – why not sit back at a tapas restaurant enjoying a range of different dishes and maybe a sangria or two! (B)

NIGHTS HOTEL OR HOSTEL ACCOMMODATION

€8 artin 2/ g fr da om y

DAY 1 Valencia, Spain. Our trip begins today in the glorious Spanish city of Valencia. Meet everyone in the afternoon and join them for a welcome meeting in the evening where we will hear more details about the festival and our trip. It’s then out for an evening getting to know your fellow travellers.

Summer 2015

4 DAY La Tomatina

ZIGET

MAKE YOUR OWN WAY TO DUBROVNIK

DAY 2 Dubrovnik to Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina via Mostar. A city still known for the tragic legacy of its 1990s war is now a flourishing European city. En route, we’ll make a stop at Mostar to visit a landmark which typifies this rebirth. The 16th century Stari Most bridge was destroyed during the war but has been restored to its former glory in the years since. Arriving into Sarajevo, we’ll get our bearings with a driving tour before dinner. (B,D) DAY 3 Sarajevo. A free day in Sarajevo gives you a great opportunity to explore the city’s past. Why not wander through the beautiful old town or take a tour of the bunkers and war tunnel built by Bosnian forces underneath the airport’s runway? Make sure you make a stop at the plaque outside the Museum of Sarajevo which marks the spot where Franz Ferdinand was shot – the event that triggered WW1. (B) DAY 4 Sarajevo to Belgrade, Serbia. Enjoy the ride today with a scenic drive between Sarajevo and Belgrade. Arriving into another of Eastern Europe’s more hidden gems, we’ll do sightseeing by four wheels ticking off the Kalemegdan Fortress and Cathedral of St Sava. (B,D) DAY 5 Belgrade. Your choice today with a free day to explore. If history’s your thing, there are walking or cycling tours which take in the city’s fascinating past as part of Communist Yugoslavia. If a laid back, chill out is more your cup of tea there’s Ada Ciganlija – an island on the River Sava with a lake just right for a swim and a shore perfect for sun worshipping. (B) DAY 6 Belgrade to Budapest, Hungary. Your chance to find out why Budapest often rides high in lists of European must-dos. Arriving into the city we’ll take a tour to see the main sights and make sure you’ve got your bearings. After dinner why not find out why ruin bars are top of the pops right now. (B,D)

NIGHTS HOTEL/HOSTEL ACCOMMODATION

COUNTRIES

MEALS

NO. OF NIGHTS STAY

On the bucket list (included) + Tickets for 3 days entry to Sziget Festival + Visit to Mostar + Tours of all major cities

DAY STOP

Dates & Prices 2015 TRIP CODE: EFESB5 START

More inclusions + 9 breakfasts (B), 4 dinners (D) + 6 nights dorm accommodation (multi-share), 3 nights hotel (twin-share) accommodation + Budapest public transport ticket for 3 days + Modern air-conditioned coach + Awesome Trip Leader DAY 7 Budapest to Sziget. Far from us to suggest this is the start of the main event but it’s our first day at Sziget. #Excited. The line-up for 2015 is still to be announced but with bands such as Blink 182, Imagine Dragons, Placebo, The Prodigy and Calvin Harris at last year’s we’re betting on some big stars. But it’s not all about the main stage – indulge every musical whim with dance, house, pop, rock and everything in between. (B)

EUR FINISH

AUG

TRIP PRICE OF €985 TRAVELLED WITH US BEFORE? Aw, shucks, here’s 5% OFF your next trip!

10 DAYS

985

€

PER PERSON

All items listed within the Bucket list and More inclusions are included within the price of your trip. Other activities mentioned are optional (and so may cost extra) but too awesome to miss out.

DAYS 8-9 Budapest to Sziget. After a first day getting your bearings you’ve got two more days to enjoy the spectacle of Sziget. Enjoy theatre, street food, folk dancing, beaches, sports and amusements – it’s all here on the self-styled Island of Freedom. And when you find the chance there’s always that music thing. (B) (B) DAY 10 Budapest. After the whirlwind of Sziget, take a breath, enjoy your final breakfast then say goodbye as the trip ends. You might want to stick around though… (B)

€9 9/ da y

DAY 1 Dubrovnik, Croatia. Make your way to Dubrovnik to meet up with your fellow Topdeckers. We’ll start the trip with the chance to explore this great city by foot before you enjoy dinner and the chance to share travel tales. The nightlife here isn’t bad either if you’re up for it. (D)

Sziget 2015

10 DAY Road to Sziget

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MAKE YOUR OWN WAY TO MUNICH

DAY 1 Munich, Germany. Wilkommen in München, welcome to Munich! Arrive today and make your way to our hostel for a welcome meeting and walking tour. The evening is yours to do as you please - why not try some delicious pork knuckles and sauerkraut in one of Munich’s beer houses. DAY 2 Munich. What first began as a horse race in a field to celebrate the wedding of Bavarian Prince Ludwig in the beginning of the 19th century has subsequently grown into the world’s largest festival, attracting upwards of six million visitors every year! Join the crowds and check out what it’s all about, there’s more to do here than just drink beer although there is a lot of beer drinking done! Over the two weeks some seven million litres of beer will be consumed in the various brewery-run tents. Order yourself one of the colossal one-litre glasses of beer, known in the local dialect as a ‘maß’ (pronounced ‘muss’) and get ready to sing along with the obligatory ‘oompah band’. Enjoy what is likely to be one of the most memorable days of your life. Prost! (B) DAY 3 Munich. After breakfast, those wishing to sample another side of Germany may wish to join us for a sobering experience on our optional excursion to the former concentration camp of Dachau. This site just north of Munich was the first Concentration Camp in Germany, now preserved as a memorial to the millions that perished in the Holocaust. We return to Munich this afternoon to spend our final night at the Oktoberfest grounds, or for those wishing to rest the liver why not jump on one of the many carnival rides or head into the city for some sightseeing! (B)

NIGHTS HOSTEL ACCOMMODATION

Oktoberfest

4 DAY Bräumeister MEALS

NO. OF NIGHTS STAY

On the bucket list (included)

DAY STOP

+ Walking tour of Munich + Join the Oktoberfest celebrations

Dates & Prices 2015

More inclusions

START

+ 3 continental breakfasts (B) + 3 nights accommodation in multi-share hostel dorm rooms within walking distance of the festival grounds + Commemorative t-shirt + Awesome Trip Leader

EUR

TRIP CODE: EFOHO4 FINISH

SEP

OCT

TRIP PRICE OF €320 TRIP PRICE OF €340 FRIENDS WITH BENEFITS Get 4 friends to book and travel together and SAVE 5% EACH!

4 DAYS FROM

320

€

PER PERSON

All items listed within the Bucket list and More inclusions are included within the price of your trip. Other activities mentioned are optional (and so may cost extra) but too awesome to miss out.

DAY 4 Munich. It’s time to say goodbye to Oktoberfest and newly-made friends. At least for another year that is! (B)

€8 artin 0/ g fr da om y

For a detailed itinerary visit our website.

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MAKE YOUR OWN WAY TO MUNICH

NIGHTS CAMPING

MEALS

Dates & Prices 2015

On the bucket list (included) + Join the Oktoberfest celebrations

DAY STOP

DAY 1 Munich, Germany. Wilkommen in München, welcome to Munich! Arrive at any time during the day and make your way to our campsite. DAY 2 Munich. There’s more to do here than just drink beer although there is a lot of beer drinking done! Order yourself one of the colossal one-litre glasses of beer, and get ready to sing along with the ‘oompah band’. Enjoy what is likely to be one of the most memorable days of your life. Prost! (B) DAY 3 Munich. The day is yours to do as you please, it’s a good time to try out some of the different beer halls you may have missed the day before, after all there are many more here than just the travellers’

FINISH

More inclusions

SEP

+ 3 hot breakfasts (B) + 3 nights camping in twin-share pre-erected tents with air mattresses + Return coach transport to Oktoberfest grounds + European trained Topdeck crew

SEP

OCT

SEP

TRIP PRICE OF €185 TRIP PRICE OF €195

favourite Hofbräuhaus. For those looking to take it a bit easier there is a whole different world of fun going on outside the tents. Of course, if you wanted to head in to town for a spot of sightseeing, the city centre is only a short S-Bahn-ride away. (B)

NO. OF NIGHTS STAY

EUR

TRIP CODE: EFOCO4 START

TRIP PRICE OF €215 GOT THE TRAVEL BUG? Book two or more trips at the same time and SAVE 5-10%

4 DAYS FROM

185

DAY 4 Munich. As all good things must come to an end, it’s time to say goodbye to Oktoberfest and newly-made friends. At least for another year that is! (B)

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For a detailed itinerary visit our website.

CAMPING ONLY

PER PERSON

All items listed within the Bucket list and More inclusions are included within the price of your trip. Other activities mentioned are optional (and so may cost extra) but too awesome to miss out.

BUILD YOUR OWN

Starting from €47/day

If your dates don’t exactly match ours, don’t worry. It’s your trip, your way so sign up to join on a camping basis on the dates you choose with a great cost per night pricetag. Same great experience, tailored to you. For more details, visit our website.

5 DAY Prostmeister COACH LONDON

LONDON

NIGHTS CAMPING

On the bucket list (included) + Walking tour of Munich + Join the Oktoberfest celebrations

More inclusions + 3 hot breakfasts (B) + 2 nights camping in twin-share pre-erected tents with air mattresses + Modern air-conditioned coach transport from London to Munich return including ferries + Return coach transport to Oktoberfest grounds + Commemorative t-shirt + Awesome Trip Leader + Driver NO. OF NIGHTS STAY DAY STOP

With so many choices it’s a good thing you have all day. (B)

DAY 1 London, England to Munich, Germany. Departing from London in the afternoon we drive through France overnight, crossing the German border near the Netherlands, as we head to Munich!

DAY 4 Munich, Germany to London, England. Check out Munich in the morning or visit the beer halls one last time before a late afternoon departure for the drive back to London. (B)

DAY 2 Munich. After checking in at the campsite it’s off to Oktoberfest. The biggest beer festival in the world with over six million visitors per year and millions of litres of beer consumed it’s safe to assume you’ll have fun. Prost! (B)

DAY 5 London. Today we say our sad farewells to Europe, heading to Calais to catch our ferry back to England, where the trip finishes early in the afternoon. Upon arrival back in London, we say our fond farewells to our Topdeck companions.

DAY 3 Munich. It’s your choice today. Try out different beer tents, take a ride at the fairground, or eat it all up at the food stalls around the tents.

For a detailed itinerary visit our website.

MEALS

Dates & Prices 2015 EUR

TRIP CODE: EFOCL5 START

FINISH

SEP

SEP SEP

OCT

TRIP PRICE OF €380 TRIP PRICE OF €395 5%, 10% OR 12.5% OFF the price with our Festival & Event Rewards. More info p.2

5 DAYS FROM

380

€

PER PERSON

All items listed within the Bucket list and More inclusions are included within the price of your trip. Other activities mentioned are optional (and so may cost extra) but too awesome to miss out.

Starting from €76/day

COACH LONDON

Dates & Prices 2015 EUR FINISH

SEP

OCT

SEP

NIGHTS CAMPING

MEALS

++ Walking tour of Munich ++ Join the Oktoberfest celebrations ++ Visit former concentration camp Dachau

More inclusions ++ 4 hot breakfasts (B) ++ 3 nights camping in twin-share pre-erected tents with air mattresses ++ Return coach transport to Oktoberfest grounds ++ Modern air-conditioned coach transport from London to Munich return including ferries ++ Commemorative t-shirt ++ Awesome Trip Leader + Driver

TRIP PRICE OF €420 TRIP PRICE OF €435 TRAVELLED WITH US BEFORE? Aw, shucks, here’s 5% OFF your next trip!

6 days from

420

On the bucket list (included)

TRIP CODE: EFOCL6 START

LONDON

Oktoberfest

6 DAY Steinmeister

€

NO. OF NIGHTS STAY DAY STOP

per person

All items listed within the Bucket list and More inclusions are included within the price of your trip. Other activities mentioned are optional (and so may cost extra) but too awesome to miss out.

Starting from €70/day

DAY 1 London, England to Munich, Germany. We’ll leave London this afternoon to make our way to Munich overnight. DAY 2 Munich. After early campsite check-in, you’re off to Oktoberfest. It’s the world’s largest festival with upwards of six million visitors yearly and millions of litres of beer consumed over the two weeks. Prost! (B) DAY 3 Munich. The day is yours to do as you please, it’s a good time to try out some of the different beer halls. Or expand your horizons outside the tents with a visit to the hundreds of food stalls and fairground rides. (B)

DAY 4 Munich. A day for reflection as we make our way to the former concentration camp of Dachau. Preserved as a reminder of the evils that occurred during the Holocaust, Dachau was the first concentration camp erected during WWII. (B) DAY 5 Munich, Germany to London, England. Check out Munich in the morning or visit the beer halls one last time before we leave for London this afternoon. (B) DAY 6 London. An early afternoon arrival in London for goodbyes. For a detailed itinerary visit our website.

7 DAY Grossmeister COACH LONDON

LONDON

Dates & Prices 2015 EUR FINISH

SEP

OCT

SEP

OCT

FRIENDS WITH BENEFITS Get 4 friends to book and travel together and SAVE 5% EACH!

Prague

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Munich

7 days from

465

€

per person

All items listed within the Bucket list and More inclusions are included within the price of your trip. Other activities mentioned are optional (and so may cost extra) but too awesome to miss out.

Starting from €67/day

NIGHTS HOSTEL & CAMPING ACCOMMODATION

MEALS

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Walking tour of Munich Join the Oktoberfest celebrations Visit former concentration camp Dachau Guided tour of Prague

More inclusions

TRIP PRICE OF €475

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TRIP PRICE OF €465

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COUNTRIES

On the bucket list (included)

TRIP CODE: EFOCL7 START

++ 4 hot breakfasts & 1 continental (B) ++ 3 nights camping in twin-share pre-erected tents with air mattresses, 1 night hostel accommodation on a multi-share basis ++ Return coach transport to Oktoberfest grounds ++ Modern air-conditioned coach transport from London return including ferries ++ Commemorative t-shirt ++ Awesome Trip Leader + Driver DAY 1 London, England to Munich, Germany. Departing from London in the afternoon we drive through the night en route to Munich. DAY 2 Munich. Early check-in at camp leaves plenty of time to explore the Oktoberfest grounds. As the world’s largest beer festival there’s plenty to see. And drink. Prost! (B) DAY 3 Munich. A free day to do as you please. There’s beer tents aplenty for your appreciation or make like a big kid and take a turn on the fairground. (B)

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DAY 4 Munich. A visit to former concentration camp Dachau makes for a contemplative day. (B) DAY 5 Munich, Germany to Prague, Czech Republic. We’ll see Hradcany Castle, Charles Bridge and Tyn Church as we tour Prague on foot before letting you loose. (B) DAY 6-7 Prague to London, England. A free morning to tick off any last must-dos. Then we leave to drive back to London overnight to say our farewells. (B) For a detailed itinerary visit our website.

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CODE EFPHO4 EFPCO5/ EFPDO5 EFPCP6 EFPCL6 EFPCL7

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DAYS TRIP NAME 8 Day San Fermin & San Sebastian 13 Day Spanish Festival Adventure 7 Day Spanish Wine Battle 9 Day Madrid to Pamplona 4 Day La Tomatina 10 Day Road to Sziget

CODE EFPSO8 EFSFBP EFSFBM EFSFMP EFLTHS EFESB5

P. 23 24 25 25 27 29

DAYS 4 Day 4 Day 5 Day 6 Day 7 Day

TRIP NAME Braümeister Festmeister Prostmeister Steinmeister Grossmeister

CODE EFPHO4 EFOCO4 EFOCL5 EFPCL6 EFPCL7

P. 31 32 32 33 33

Antalya

SEP - OCT 2015

FROM

4-7

€

Cappadocia

Konya

DAYS 4 Day 14Day 8 Day 4 Day 4 Day 5 Day

OKTOBERFEST 2015

FROM FROM

4-13 COACH/ MAKE YOUR OWN WAY

CODE EFBPH4 EFNEH4 EFNEH5 EFNKH4 EFNPH4 EFNBH4 EFNMH4

Ankara

TURKEY

TERMS & CONDITIONS It is our intention to set out clearly and simply the responsibilities which we at Top Deck Tours Ltd, Level One, 107 Power Road, London, W4 5PY England, a company registered in the UK (UK Registration number 04905253), hereafter referred to as “Topdeck, us or we” have to You, your heirs, executors and assigns and any member of your party and their heirs, executors and assigns (“You”) and which You, in turn, have to us when a contract is made between us. You should therefore read and understand the contents. All trips in this brochure are operated by Topdeck, except the ANZAC trips to Turkey (pages 20-23), which are operated by contracted local operators New Faces Tourism and Travel, (Istanbul, Turkey). Your contract will be with Top Deck as the operator, save for these excepted trips in which case your contract will be with New Faces and will be subject to their respective booking conditions. Please read their booking conditions on our website www.topdecktravel.co.uk before You book, or ask for a copy. All Topdeck trips are sold subject to the following conditions (“these Conditions”). 1. (a) Please note that our trips are designed for young people between the ages of 18 to 39 years. We may in special circumstances approve persons outside this range. If You are 17 years of age and wish to book on one of our trips, please contact us before making a booking as we will require the written consent of your parent or guardian. We reserve the sole right to decline a booking request from You should we think our trips are not suited to You. (b) A contract between You and us will exist as soon as we issue an invoice in response to your request for a booking and the deposit has been paid to your travel agent or us. BOOKING YOUR TRIP 2. Bookings can be made either through your local travel agent or with us direct and must be secured with a deposit of €40 (€75 for the following trips: Ski Austria (page 7), Iceland Explorer (page 8) and the Spanish Festival Adventure Trip and sectors (pages 28-29)) per person paid at the time of booking. This deposit is non-refundable unless we cancel your trip. If You are making a booking within 42 days of departure, then full payment is required PROVIDED HOWEVER that if the trip comprises a special offer we may require full payment including any pre and post accommodation and sundry service charges to be paid at the time specified in the offer. Your booking is taken to be confirmed, and accepted when we issue an invoice. If your booking is made through a travel agent, we will address all correspondence to that travel agent. All monies paid by You to the travel agent will be held by them on behalf of Topdeck. If You arrange your trip direct with us, all correspondence and communications will be sent to your address in our booking file unless You specify otherwise. Balance of all payments is required at least 42 days prior to your trip departure date. If You do not pay within this period we may deem your booking cancelled and your deposit forfeited. 3. Alterations or cancellations by You after your booking has been accepted will be effected subject to the provisions of clauses 5, 6 and 7 of these Conditions. 4. Prices quoted in our brochures are calculated on costs and exchange rates at 05 August 2014. These prices may increase or decrease and we reserve the sole right to alter prices and other particulars contained in our brochures and on our website. Price changes in trips featured in subsequent brochure versions will supersede the prices in this brochure. (The version date is indicated on the back cover of this brochure). Before You make a booking we will provide You with details of the current price of your chosen trip This will also be displayed on the website. Once You have accepted this price and your booking has been confirmed in accordance with clause 2 that price will remain fixed and will not be subject to surcharges. 5. You must clearly state all your requirements at the time of booking. Please note that any dietary requirements will be a request only. We cannot guarantee special dietary requirements nor will we assume any responsibility or liability if your special requirements cannot be fulfilled. If You want to change any aspect of your booking including but not limited to a change to a trip of shorter duration or different departure date You must notify us as soon as possible in writing. We will do our best to accommodate your requested changes but You will be required to pay an amendment fee of €30 per person per change. If a request is made less than 42 days before departure, normal cancellation fees will apply in accordance with clause 7 unless the transfer or change is to an earlier departure of the same trip. In the event of a request for a change to be made a new invoice will be issued by Topdeck and cancellation charges/amendment fees will be shown. All amendment fees are payable within 7 days of the issue of a new invoice or on the date of departure, whichever is the sooner. 6. If You are prevented from traveling as a result of illness, the death of an immediate family member, jury service, or other reason beyond your control which we consider significant, we will agree to your booking being transferred to another person who satisfies all the conditions applicable to the trip, subject to You and the other person accepting liability for full payment of the trip cost and any additional costs arising from the transfer PROVIDED THAT we must be given at least 21 days written notice of the proposed change. CANCELLATION BY YOU 7. Cancellation of a booking by You must be made in writing. We will not regard a booking as cancelled unless and until written notice is received by us. On cancellation the following charges will apply: Days before Departure Over 42 days 42-29 days 28-14 days 13-7 days 6-3 days 2-0 days

% of trip cost forfeited Deposit 40% 60% 80% 90% 100%

Pre/post accomm Nil 40% 60% 100% 100% 100%

London Transfers Nil Nil Nil Nil 100% 100%

CANCELLATION OR MODIFICATION BY US 8. Every effort will be made to operate all trips as advertised but it must be remembered that our trips are planned up to eighteen months in advance. We therefore reserve the sole right, at our discretion, to modify or cancel any trip, accommodation or arrangement at any time. We will notify You as soon as possible of any changes and they will form part of our contract with You. In the case of any material modification or cancellation, we will, if possible, provide You with three alternatives: (1) a trip of an equivalent or closely similar standard and price, if available; (2) a trip of a lower standard together with a refund of the difference in price; or (3) cancellation with a full refund of all monies paid. 9. A material modification is one which has a serious effect on your trip and includes a change of departure date, departure point or airport, or change of departure time of more than twelve hours, which would cause substantial inconvenience to You. We do not consider a change of accommodation, or transport style a material change. 10. We will endeavor not to materially modify or cancel the trip within 42 days of the date of the scheduled departure unless compelled to do so because of circumstances beyond our reasonable control. If a material modification or cancellation is made by us within six weeks of the scheduled departure date for reasons other than Force Majeure in accordance with clause 21 You will receive compensation as stated in the scale below. Period before scheduled departure date that we notify You or your travel agent together with the compensation offered.

Over 42 days 42-29 days 28-14 days 13-7 days 6-0 days

nil €25 €35 €50 €100

11. Topdeck reserves to itself the sole right to require a minimum number of participants for certain trips and in the event that there are insufficient bookings recorded by not later than 42 days before the scheduled departure date we will be entitled to cancel the scheduled trip, whereupon all monies paid by You for your Topdeck trip shall be refunded but no further compensation will be paid and You and Topdeck hereby agree to mutually release each other from any further obligations which would have been enforceable had the trip not been cancelled. 12. We reserve the right to alter or substitute the type or size of vehicle, or style of transport mentioned in the brochure, depending on the number of passengers carried, which can vary from trip to trip. Normally the maximum group size is 48 passengers. Please also note there are strict laws in Europe governing Driver’s driving hours and this may necessitate utilizing public transport in some cities. OUR LIABILITY TO YOU 13. Save where the provisions of Force Majeure apply, in the event that the trip does not reasonably comply with the description in the brochure, Topdeck may compensate You to a maximum value equal to twice the price of the trip but excluding insurance premiums and amendment fees AND Topdeck will only be liable to pay the maximum amount of compensation where there has been a total failure of consideration for your payment. Where the failure to provide such trip is not caused by any fault of Topdeck, its agents or suppliers or is caused by or contributed to by You, Topdeck will not be liable to pay any compensation. 14. If You are killed, injured or become ill during or as a result of, carriage by ship, train or coach forming part of the trip in circumstances where such death, injury or illness is not caused by or contributed to by You our liability to pay damages and/or the amount of compensation we will be liable to pay is limited in accordance with the liability of a carrier under any international Convention applicable to such events, including, but not limited to: •

In respect of carriage by sea: the Athens Convention 1974;

•

In respect of carriage by rail, the Berne Convention 1961; and,

•

In respect of carriage by road, the Geneva Convention 1973.

15. The terms of these Conventions are incorporated into and form part of our contract with You. You should know that the carrier will rely upon its ‘conditions of carriage’ which may limit or remove the carrier’s liability to You and limit compensation under any international Conventions. 16. In the event that Topdeck (or its insurers) make any payment to You for death, personal injury or illness, You must give us or our insurers all and any rights You may have to take action against the party responsible for causing the death, personal injury or illness and You must co-operate fully with us in seeking recovery of any payment we may make from such party. 17. Your booking is accepted on the understanding that You appreciate the possible risks inherent in adventure travel and that You undertake the trips featured in this brochure of your own volition. Every effort will be made to operate all trips featured in this brochure but because of the number of countries visited on trips there may be a necessity to vary the itinerary from that stated in the brochure, and delays may occur for a variety of reasons beyond our control. The need for a flexible attitude to this type of travel is stressed in our publication. The final decision on the itinerary and the content of the trip will be taken by the Trip Leader, as appointed by us in the interest of the group as a whole. Please note that due to Public holidays some sights or activities may not be available on a particular trip. 18. No refund will be made for services made available by Topdeck but which for whatever reason are not used by You once the trip has departed. OPTIONAL ACTIVITIES AND EXCURSIONS 19. Topdeck and/or its associated staff partners and suppliers makes no warranties or representations in relation to implied or explicit suggestion and/or recommendation for services, activities and events not highlighted as included in the related trip(s). Information not explicitly noted as included is provided 'as is"' and intended to be general in nature so may not be suitable for your particular needs. It is essential that you ensure that any/all risk associated with getting to/ from, the participation in or visitation of any area, activity, event or venue is in-line with your expectations and suitably covered under your travel insurance 20. During Your trip You will be offered the chance to purchase various optional excursions and activities. Topdeck does not own, operate or control any of the companies or individuals which provide the optional activities or excursions. Some of the optional activities and excursions, such as canyoning are inherently risky. If You want to take part in such optional activities or excursions You must be fit enough to do so and must follow all reasonable instructions. The standards of health and safety which will be adopted by the company or the individual providing the optional activity or excursion will be those of the country where the optional activity or excursion takes place. Please note that these standards may not be the same as You would find in the UK, or in Your home country. If You wish to book any optional excursion or activity, You may do so subject to the operator’s terms and conditions. Your contract will be with the operator of the activity or excursion and will be governed by local law. Topdeck acts only as their agent. Topdeck’s Trip Leader will have further details and additional information can be found on our website. Topdeck accepts no liability for any act or omission of any operator, its employees, agents or subcontractors. EXCLUSION OF LIABILITY – FORCE MAJEURE 21. We do not accept liability for any loss, damage or expense resulting from war or terrorist activities threatened or actual, civil unrest, industrial action threatened or actual, weather conditions, fire, flood, drought, closures, unforeseen alterations to public transport schedules, rescheduling of aircraft or boats, epidemic or outbreaks of illness or any other event outside our control which either delays or extends or reduces the trip, or compels a change in the trip arrangements after departure. CONTRAVENTION OF LAW We will not be responsible for any loss or damage sustained by You as a result of a contravention of any law or regulation of any of the countries visited while on the trip. HEALTH AND MEDICAL CONDITIONS 22. If You have a medical condition or disability which may affect your trip, we ask that You inform us in writing at the time of booking the trip of any special arrangements required by You so that we are able to advise as to the suitability of those arrangements. If we reasonably feel we are unable to satisfactorily accommodate your particular needs, we reserve the right to decline the booking or ask for You to be accompanied by a person who is able to provide full assistance to You throughout your trip. YOUR LIABILITY TO US 23. You will not be permitted to embark or continue on the trip if your mental or physical condition is, in the reasonable opinion of any representative of Topdeck, such as to render You incapable of caring for yourself, or whereby You become objectionable to other passengers, or You become a hazard to yourself or other passengers. We will not be responsible for expenses resulting in You being precluded from completing the trip for any reason, nor will we refund You any part of your trip cost. In all cases we will notify You of the reasons why we have

taken this action. We will have no obligation to arrange for your return to the point of the trip departure where your condition manifests itself after the trip departure. Further, if the trip involves travel by air, the captain of your aircraft can refuse to allow You to fly on the aircraft if he believes that You could be dangerous or disruptive to other passengers on the flight. TRAVEL DOCUMENTS 24. Please ensure You carefully read your invoice, tickets and all other documents we send to You as soon as You receive them, and contact your travel agent, or us immediately if any information appears to be incorrect. We will not accept any liability if You fail to notify us of any inaccuracy in any document within 14 days of us sending them to You or your agent. While we will do our best to rectify any changes made outside this time, it is your responsibility to meet any additional costs which may be involved, except in the case of an error made by Topdeck and where there is reasonable justification for You not contacting us within the specified time. You are responsible for ensuring that all necessary travel documents including, but not limited to, passports, visas and vaccination certificates are valid and subsisting. We strongly recommend that You verify current documentation requirements and all other relevant protocols and procedures associated with your trip with your travel agent or us. Please note requirements change and you must check with your Consulate for the most up to date information, including but not limited to Visa requirements for the countries visited on your Trip. Passports must have an expiry date of at least six months after completion of the trip. INSURANCE 25. You must take out comprehensive travel insurance before You travel on your trip. Your insurance protection must include cover for cancellation, medical and repatriation expenses, personal injury and accident, death and loss of personal baggage and money and personal liability insurance. Evidence of such insurances must be produced to Topdeck on request and normally on day one of your trip. Insurance cover offered by credit card companies or reciprocal medical cover agreements are often not comprehensive. 25. You hereby indemnify us against all third-party actions taken against us for loss or damage caused by You or arising from your participation on the trip. 26. You hereby indemnify us against all third-party actions taken against us for loss or damage caused by You or arising from your participation on the trip. 27. In the event of You making a claim against Topdeck arising out of the trip, You hereby assign to us, any rights to take action against any third party supplier or any other person or party that Topdeck reasonably considers to be a party to the action and to co-operate fully with Topdeck should Topdeck or its insurers wish to enforce those rights which have been assigned to Topdeck. 28. In the event that You make a claim against us which is covered by your insurance policy, You agree to pursue the claim through your insurer either in addition to, or in substitution for, your claim against us (if any). We agree to indemnify You in respect of reasonable expenses incurred in successfully pursuing such a claim and acknowledge that any settlement made by the insurer shall not prejudice your rights against us. 29. In the event of You not making a claim before 5 working days of the maximum length of time permitted by your policy, You must assign, by letter sent by courier delivery to Topdeck not less than 5 working days prior to the said specified time, the benefit of the policy and give immediate notice of such an assignment to your insurer. COMPLAINTS 30. In the event of any dissatisfaction with the accommodation or any other service provided by Topdeck, You must report it immediately to the Trip Leader so that action can be taken to remedy the problem. Failure to notify the Trip Leader of any problem immediately may prejudice Topdeck and may result in your ability to claim compensation from us being extinguished or reduced. Any complaint made to Topdeck following the conclusion of the trip should be made in writing within 28 days of completion of the trip. In the event that You do not notify us in writing within 28 days, Topdeck’s ability to investigate the complaint may be prejudiced and may extinguish your claim. If you have a dispute with the Company which we cannot resolve, You may call upon the ABTA low cost Arbitration Scheme (details on request) which is administered independently by the Institute of Independent Arbitrators. This scheme does not apply to claims over £5000 per person or £25,000 per booking, nor does it apply to claims solely in respect of physical injuries, illness, or their consequences. DATA PROTECTION 31. Topdeck has measures in place to protect the personal booking information held by it. However, in order to make your booking and ensure that your travel arrangements run smoothly, we need to use the information You provide and pass it on to other relevant suppliers who are responsible for parts of your travel arrangements. In making this booking, your consent to this information being passed on to the relevant persons is deemed to be given unless You object and advise Topdeck of your objection at the time of booking. The information may also be provided to public authorities such as Customs or Immigration if required by them, or as required by law. This consent applies to any sensitive information that You give to us such as details of any disabilities or dietary/religious requirements. SMOKING 32. Topdeck operates a non-smoking policy on our coaches (although we make frequent stops for breaks), and in most of our accommodation. LUGGAGE 33. There are strict weight limits for coaches when fully loaded. Therefore You are only entitled to have one piece of main luggage of standard size (see the pre-departure information or our website for size limits), and not weighing more than 20kg. In addition You may bring a sleeping bag, as required on specific trips, and a daypack. FINANCIAL PROTECTION 34. The Company is a member of ABTA (L8291/Y2992) and is bonded to provide for your financial protection in the event of the Company’s insolvency GENERAL 35. You understand that future Topdeck advertising and publicity material may include statements made by passengers, or their photographs, and You consent to such use of your comments or photographic/video likeness. 36. No servant, agent, employee or representative of the Company has any right to alter, vary or waive any of these Conditions, nor undertake any activity likely to lead to increased liability whatsoever on behalf of Topdeck unless such be in writing and signed by a duly authorised person. 37. All contracts for bookings made with Topdeck, for trips in this brochure, are governed by English law and are subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the English Courts in the UK, should any dispute between us not be otherwise amicably agreed. 38. Interpretation • In these Conditions, any words importing the singular or plural numbers shall include the plural or singular number respectively or words importing a particular gender shall include all genders. • Notice required to be given in writing in these Conditions may be given by mail, facsimile transmission or email.

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