LIVING LESSONS IN
EUROPE
FRANcE • ITALY • GERMANY • BRITAIN • SPAIN • GREEcE • TURkEY 2014-15 EDUcATIONAL TOURS PROGRAM
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Why travel to Europe with G.E.T Educational Tours? 9With over 50 years experience providing "Living Lessons" in Europe and around the world, G.E.T Educational Tours sets the benchmark for educational tour programs
9We offer the confidence of travelling with a fully accredited travel agent and support you with a highly knowledgeable, innovative and experienced educational tours consultant
9Our “Living Lessons” in France, Italy, Germany, Britain, Spain, Greece & Turkey are designed by experienced teachers to immerse students in language and culture, to ensure the widest possible choice of itineraries and to provide access to the best value service providers
9We can arrange language lessons in major and regional centres, homestay & high school experiences in France, Italy and Germany for groups (including small groups of less than 10) and individual students, rail travel throughout Europe and optional excursions 9G.E.T Educational Tours service quality commitment includes departure support, flexible group size, flexible tour dates, personalised itineraries reflecting individual curriculum requirements and interests, assistance with planning and pre-tour briefings
TOUR INcLUSIONS
9Return economy class air travel 9Pre-paid taxes, levies and charges 9Return airport/hotel transfers in Europe 9Group check-in at Sydney, Melbourne & Brisbane airports 9Information sessions in metro areas 924 hour emergency contact numbers 9Accommodation as specified (multishare) 9Single rooms for teachers are available 9Breakfast daily as indicated in itinerary 9Lunches and dinners as indicated in itinerary 9Homestay accommodation (where applicable) 9Language lessons as indicated in itinerary 9Tours and additional transfers as indicated in itinerary 9Entrance fees as indicated in itinerary 9Private coach while touring
"Living Lessons" in Europe
9Rail fares as indicated in itinerary contact G·E·T Educational Tours for a no obligation quote.
From the culture of contemporary France to the extraordinary history of Italy, the heritage of Britain and the vibrancy of modern Germany it's impossible to evaluate the significance of European heritage, culture and languages to 21st century Australian students.
Meals Key: B = Breakfast, L = Lunch, D = Dinner
Whether your tour is aimed at assisting language students to improve the skills learned in class by negotiating their way through a busy Paris railway station, increasing art students appreciation of the Baroque masters in Madrid’s Prado museum, invigorating commerce students in "The City" of London or bringing the ancient world alive for history students on the streets of Pompeii, the significance of your group's "Living Lesson" in Europe cannot be over-estimated. To Australian students, Europe represents the ultimate classroom where they will benefit from real-world experience beyond the classroom and engage with education that is much more than just the acquisition of knowledge. At G•E•T Educational Tours we recognise that improving young people’s understanding, skills, values and personal development can significantly enhance learning and achievement. Educational tours are without doubt amongst the most memorable learning experiences. They help us to make sense of the world around us by establishing the link between feelings and learning. They stay with us far beyond our school years and affect our behaviour, lifestyle and work. They influence our values and the decisions we make. They allow us to transfer learning experienced outside to the classroom and vice versa.
G•E•T Educational Tours proudly supports The Smith Family "Learning for Life" program The Smith Family is a national, independent, social enterprise that supports disadvantaged Australian children to create a better future through education.
G•E•T Educational Tours "Living Lessons" are about raising achievement through an organised, powerful approach to learning in which direct experience is of prime importance. "Living Lessons" are not only about what we learn, but importantly how and where we learn.
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FRANcE BY RAIL We believe this is the perfect introduction to France combining quality student accommodation in Paris with intercity high-speed rail travel offering groups the opportunity to immerse themselves in the French language & culture. Designed by G.E.T Educational Tours innovative and experienced specialists to provide outstanding value, this tour can be upgraded with options including language lessons in Paris, Montpellier, Rouen or Tours, homestays with full board and a unique opportunity for students to visit the WWI battlefields of the Somme. DAYS 1 & 2
AUSTRALIA – PARIS (D)
Fly from Australia to Paris and transfer to your accommodation at FIAP Jean Monnet for 5 nights on arrival. DAYS 3-6
PARIS (B, D)
PARIS – TOURS (B)
Travel to the Loire Valley by train and enjoy your typically French two-star hotel close to the railway station with breakfast daily. DAY 8
TOURS (B)
Guided tour of the Loire Valley by private coach and visit its magnificent landmarks, Chenonceau castle, Amboise castle and Clos Lucé castle, the last residence of Leonardo da Vinci. DAY 9
TOURS – PARIS (B, D)
9 Meet and greet service & return airport coach transfers 9 6 unforgettable Paris nights at FIAP including breakfast & dinner daily 9 5 days Paris Visite card (zones 1-3) 9 Rail sector fares (2nd class) 9 2 nights two-star hotel with breakfast in Tours & Loire Valley tour Recommended for small groups of 12 to 20 students
Paris Options* Guided walking tour of Paris (3 hours) Choice of art & museum, history & architecture or off the beaten track (design your own). Entrance fees additional. Eiffel Tower climb (subject to availability) 2nd floor or top floor available, school letter required for school group prices, ideal to skip the long waiting queues by pre-booking. 1 hour Seine River cruise Enjoy a 1 hour panoramic cruise on the Seine River departing from Pont de l’Alma near the Eiffel Tower.
Return to Paris by train for one night at FIAP Jean Monnet. DAYS 10 & 11
9 Return international economy airfares including pre-paid taxes & charges
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Accommodation at a dedicated student hostel providing quality and unparalleled facilities. Includes buffet breakfast & dinner daily and a Paris Visite card to allow students to explore this fascinating city. Options include French language lessons at Paris Langues. DAY 7
PAckAGE INcLUDES:
PARIS – AUSTRALIA (B)
Transfer to the airport for your return flight arriving the next day in Australia. (Subject to airline schedules)
Disneyland Paris The 1 Day/1 Park ticket is the easiest option for a visit to Disneyland Paris. Just take the RER train right to the Park entrance. Louvre museum (subject to availability) For school groups the entrance for the students is free if a school letter can be provided. G•E•T can arrange for a group reservation, entrance for adults/escorts and guided tours. Versailles Palace (subject to availability) For school groups the entrance for the students is free if a school letter can be provided. G•E•T can arrange for a group reservation, entrance for adults/escorts and guided tours. Accessible by RER train. Paris Story Learn all about the history of Paris from Lutèce to the Paris of today in a 50 minute display on a 12-metre-wide panoramic screen. Located conveniently near the Opéra it is easily accessible.
Le Louvre
Monet’s Garden in Giverny Half or full day coach tour to Giverny (& Auvers - full day) with entrance to the Foundation Monet to visit the house and the garden of his famous water lilies.
Leçons et hébergement chez l'habitant
*Options at extra cost
French lessons at Paris Langues Maximise students time in Paris with 15 hours of language lessons conveniently held at FIAP. Homestay & language lessons in Rouen* Combine 6 nights homestay (breakfast, lunch & dinner) in Rouen with 4 nights in Paris and 2 nights in Tours (15 days/12 nights). Includes rail sector fares with 15 hours of language lessons. Optional activities include a half day excursion to Giverny and a full day coach tour to Mont St Michel . A further option replaces the rail travel back to Paris with a coach tour to the Somme Battlefields before continuing to Paris. Homestay & language lessons in Montpellier* Combine 6 nights homestay (breakfast, lunch & dinner) in Montpellier with 4 nights in Paris and 2 nights in Tours (15 days/12 nights). Includes return rail sector fares with 15 hours of language lessons in Montpellier, an orientation walk and rail sector fares to Avignon and your choice of Nimes or Arles. Homestay & language lessons at the University of Tours (Touraine)* 6 nights homestay with (breakfast, & dinner) combined with 15 hours of French language tuition at the Institut de Touraine (in conjunction with the University of Tours). Social and cultural activities include a Tours city tour, Amboise Castle and Clos Lucé castle, and a confectionary tour.
French exchange A fantastic opportunity for students to study in France and stay with a French family - the perfect immersion in French language & culture. Offered by G•E•T Educational Tours in conjunction with CEI, this premium program offers students a “Living Lesson” in France from just a few weeks to several months. As a member of a French family, students study at a local school and make friends in their community, discovering and practicing real-world French. Designed for Year 10 & 11 students, participants between 16 and 18 years will be carefully matched to their host family based on common interests. There is a stringent screening process with closing dates for applications in March/April each year and most departures in late November or early December. French Exchange Program includes return economy class airfares to Paris, meet & greet on arrival, transfers to students homestay city or village and the assistance of co-ordinators in France and Australia*. * Homestay available Sundays – Saturdays only.
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EXPÉRIENCE FRANÇAISE DAY 1 AUSTRALIA – PARIS Fly from Australia to Paris. DAY 2 PARIS (D) Arrive in Paris and transfer to your 3 nights’ accommodation. A 3 day Paris Visite Card zones 1-3 will be provided for your use. Dinner at hostel. DAY 3 PARIS (B, D) Breakfast at hostel. In the morning enjoy a city sightseeing coach tour of Paris’ major landmarks such as Louvre Pyramid, Champs Elysées, Arc de Triomphe, Eiffel Tower, Musée d’Orsay, Notre Dame and Saint Germain-des-Prés (entrances not included). DAY 4 PARIS (B, D) Breakfast at hostel. Own arrangements for sightseeing today. Dinner at hostel. DAY 5 PARIS – YPRES (B, D) Breakfast at hostel followed by check out. Travel by coach to the Belgian battlefields. Visit the battlefield sites in/around Ypres. Proceed to your accommodation and check in. Early dinner at hotel. Walk to the Menin Gate to hear the Last Post. DAY 6 YPRES – VILLERS–BRETONNEUX – AMIENS AREA (B, D) Breakfast at hotel followed by check out. Travel via Fromelles to the Somme. Meet your local guide for a guided tour of the Somme Battlefields including the Australian memorial near Villers-Bretonneux and the Franco-Australian museum in Villers-Bretonneux (entrance included). Other sites to be visited could be Le Hamel and, time permitting, Péronne museum (not included). Proceed to your accommodation in the Amiens area and check in. Dinner at hotel. DAY 7 AMIENS AREA – CAEN (B, D) Breakfast at hotel followed by check out. Depart Amiens area and travel via Rouen and the seaside towns of Honfleur, Trouville and Deauville to Caen. On arrival in Caen check in to your accommodation (2 nights’ accommodation). Dinner at hotel. DAY 8 CAEN - D-DAY BEACHES (B, D) Breakfast at hotel. In the morning visit the Caen Memorial Museum (entrance included). Spend the remainder of the day exploring this historical area of Normandy, including the WW2 landing beaches of Utah, Omaha and Juno. Return to Caen. Dinner at hotel. DAY 9 CAEN – MONT ST. MICHEL – ST MALO (B, D) Breakfast at hotel followed by check out. Depart Caen and travel to Bayeux. Visit the famous Bayeux tapestry depicting the battle of Hastings (entrance included). Continue to Mont St.Michel (entrance to the Abbey included). Proceed to St Malo and check in to the accommodation. Dinner included. DAY 10 ST MALO – TOURS (B, D) Breakfast at hotel followed by check out. Travel south to the Loire Valley through the beautiful countryside of Brittany to the Loire Valley. Check in to your 2 nights accommodation in Tours. Dinner at a nearby restaurant. DAY 11 LOIRE VALLEY (B, D) Breakfast at hotel. Enjoy a full day guided tour of the Loire Valley including the Chenonceau castle, Amboise castle and Clos Lucé castle (entrances included). Return to Tours. Dinner at a nearby restaurant. DAY 12 TOURS – PARIS (B, D) Breakfast at hotel followed by check out. Travel by coach to Chartres and enjoy a guided tour of the Cathedral. Proceed to Paris by coach and check into your accommodation. Free time for some last minute sightseeing and shopping. Dinner at hostel. DAYS 13 & 14 PARIS – AUSTRALIA (B) Breakfast at hostel followed by check out. Transfer to the airport and check in for the return flight to Australia.
Eiffel Tower
WWI Battlefields add-ons DAY TOUR 10 hour day trip from Paris by private coach to experience the places where Australian and Allied soldiers participated in the great battles of WWI on the Western Front in the Somme region including Australian Memorial, Le Hamel and the Franco–Australian Museum in VillersBretonneux. 2 NIGHTS / 3 DAY TOUR OF THE SOMME DAY 1
PARIS – AMIENS (D)
Depart Paris by train for Amiens and enjoy a guided tour of the town that afternoon, including Notre Dame Cathedral and Jules Verne's home. DAY 2
THE SOMME (B, L, D)
Following breakfast this guided tour of the historic battlefields and memorials includes the Museum of the Great War at Péronne, Le Circuit de Souvenir – Pozières Tank Memorial, Albert, Le Hamel and Villers-Bretonneux. DAY 3
AMIENS – PARIS (B)
Return to Paris by train. PACKAGE INCLUDES: 99 2 nights hotel accommodation with private facilities 99 2 breakfasts, 2 dinners and 1 lunch 99 Half day guided visit in Amiens and full day guided tour of battlefields
PACKAGE INCLUDES: 99 Return international economy airfares including pre-paid taxes & charges 99 7 nights 2 star hotels and 4 nights hostel accommodation with breakfast and dinner daily (single room for teachers) 99 Return airport coach transfers & half day guided Paris Sightseeing Tour 99 7 Days private coach 99 3 Day Paris Visite Card zones 1-3 99 Half day guided sightseeing tour of Paris by coach 99 Guided tour of the Somme Battlefields & Chartres Cathedral 99 Entrance fees to Franco-Australian Museum in Villers-Bretonneux, Bayeux tapestry, Caen Memorial museum and Chenonceau castle, Amboise castle and Clos Lucé castle Recommended for groups of 20 or more students Prices for this tour can be found on our website - www.getours.com.au
99 Private coach & museum entrance Prices for this tour can be found on our website - www.getours.com.au Options: Ypres, Belgium (Flanders) available on request Also available from London with Eurostar WWI tour to Turkey and France A history tour to combine visiting Gallipoli in Turkey and the Somme battlefields in France can be arranged. The Belgian battlefields around Ypres can be included. Coach travel both in Turkey and France/Belgium. An English speaking tour escort will be included in Turkey. Early planning required for tours over ANZAC Day. Please contact G•E•T for sample itineraries.
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ITALY BY RAIL DAYS 1 & 2
AUSTRALIA – ROME (D)
Fly from Australia to Rome and transfer to your accommodation on arrival. DAY 3
ROME (B, D)
Following breakfast, time to explore the rich treasures of this magnificent city. A 3 day Roma Pass for public transport will be provided. Optional guided walking tour of Ancient Rome or Baroque Rome available. DAY 4
ROME (B, D)
Visit the Vatican City, including St. Peter’s Basilica, Michelangelo's famous Pieta and the Sistine Chapel. There will be time for your own exploration or shopping in this wonderful city. DAY 5
ROME – FLORENCE (B, D)
After breakfast depart Rome for 3 nights in an extraordinary Renaissance city. See the Uffizi, stand in awe of The Duomo, meet de' Medici at the Pitti Palace. DAYS 6 & 7
FLORENCE (B, D)
Florence lends itself to discovery of its history and architecture by foot. Suggested excursions include train trips to Pisa, famous for its leaning tower and the Basilica and Siena with its narrow gothic streets, lined with palaces and mansions converging on the famous Piazza del Campo. DAY 8
FLORENCE – VENICE (B, D)
Following breakfast travel by train to magnificent Venice. Includes a 48 hour Vaporetto Pass. DAY 9
VENICE (B, D)
With its canals, walking streets, St. Mark’s Square, the Basilica and the Bridge of Sighs, days are easily filled in Venice. DAY 10
VENICE - MILAN (B, D)
Transfer to Milan where you can spend the remainder of the day exploring this bustling, fashionable, business capital. Subject to availability you can see the famous Cenacolo Vinciano in the Santa Maria delle Grazie church. DAY 11 & 12
Siena
Dante Alighieri Language & homestay – Siena Enjoy 6 nights homestay with breakfast & dinner in Siena and 15 hours of language lessons (teachers accommodated in hotels or apartments). An orientation walk of Siena is included. Options include cooking lessons in the school's professionally equipped kitchen. * Homestay available Sundays – Saturdays only.
Language Options*
MILAN – AUSTRALIA (B)
Transfer to the airport for your return flight arriving the next day in Australia. (Subject to airline schedules)
Prato (Monash University)
PACKAGE INCLUDES: 99 Return international economy airfares including pre-paid taxes & charges
Enjoy 6 nights hotel accommodation with breakfast in Prato and 15 hours of language lessons. Options include excursions to Florence or Pisa. Language or art lessons in Florence 15 hours of lessons in Florence.
99 Return airport coach transfers 99 9 nights 2 star hotel accommodation with breakfast & dinner
Language lessons in Rome 15 hours of language lessons in Rome.
99 Rail sector fares (second class) 99 3 day Roma Pass & 48 hour Vaporetto Pass 99 Guided tour of Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel (school letter required)
* Lessons available Monday to Friday and at extra cost.
Options include guided walking tours in Rome, Florence or Venice, entrance to the Accademia or the Uffizi Galleries in Florence Recommended for small groups of 12 to 20 students Prices for this tour can be found on our website - www.getours.com.au
Colosseum
Venice
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AVENTURA ITALIANA DAYS 1 & 2
AUSTRALIA – ROME (D)
PACKAGE INCLUDES: 99 Return international economy airfares including pre-paid taxes & charges
Fly from Australia to Rome and transfer to your accommodation on arrival. DAY 3
99 Return airport coach transfers
ROME (B, D)
After breakfast enjoy a half day guided walking tour of Rome designed to introduce the rich treasures of this magnificent city. Choose between the Ancient Rome tour with the Roman Forum, the Colosseum and the Pantheon or the Modern Rome tour with the Trevi Fountain, the Spanish Steps and the shopping street of Via Condotti. DAY 4
ROME (B, D)
A day at Vatican City will begin in St. Peter’s Square. Visit St. Peter’s Basilica with its many treasures and masterpieces including the famous Pieta of Michelangelo. A guided visit of the Vatican Museums will allow you to view its impressive collection including the extraordinary ceiling in the Sistine Chapel. DAY 5
99 Intercity coach transfers 99 3 day Roma Pass and 48 hour Vaporetto Pass 99 12 nights 2 star hotel accommodation with breakfast & dinner 99 Guided tours of Rome, Vatican City, Florence, and Venice 99 Entrance fees to either the Accademia or Uffizi Galleries, Ferrari Museum Recommended for groups of 20 or more students Prices for this tour can be found on our website - www.getours.com.au
ROME (B, D)
Suggested visits include one of the many catacombs or a trip to Tivoli to visit Villa d’Este and Hadrian’s Villa. Alternatively a full day excursion to Pompeii with a visit of the excavations can be considered. DAY 6
ROME – ASSISI (B, D)
Depart Rome and travel to Assisi in Umbria, the heart of Italy. Explore the medieval town with its many churches and see the basilica of St. Francis. DAY 7
ASSISI – SIENA – SAN GIMIGNANO (B, D)
Depart Assisi to medieval Siena in Tuscany to explore the Duomo and the famous Piazza del Campo. Continue to San Gimignano, the walled city with its beautiful towers. DAY 8
SAN GIMIGNANO – FLORENCE (B, D)
Continue your tour through the Tuscany region to Florence, the birthplace of Italian Renaissance. See some of the many churches like Santa Maria Novella, the Brancacci Chapel at Santa Maria del Carmine and of course the Duomo. DAY 9
FLORENCE (B, D)
Following breakfast enjoy a guided walking tour before visiting either the Accademia or the Uffizi Galleries. DAY 10
FLORENCE (B, D)
Suggested activities include taking the train to Pisa. DAY 11
The Vatican
FLORENCE – MODENA – VENICE (B, D)
Depart Florence and travel to Venice via Modena to visit the Ferrari Museum near the factory. DAY 12
VENICE (B, D)
Italy Options*
A guided tour starting from the famous Piazza San Marco will introduce you to this magnificent city. See sights such as the Rialto with its market stalls, the Doges Palace, the Bridge of Sighs and of course the Basilica. The included Vaporetto Pass will allow you to visit Murano and Burano islands in the afternoon.
Rome Crypt and Catacomb Tour Peel back the millennia as you descend into Rome's underground burial chambers.
DAY 13
Pompeii options
VENICE – MILAN (B, D)
Transfer to Milan where you can spend the remainder of the day exploring this bustling, fashionable, business capital. Subject to availability you can see the famous Cenacolo Vinciano in the Santa Maria delle Grazie church. DAYS 14 & 15
MILAN – AUSTRALIA (B)
Transfer to the airport for your return flight arriving the next day in Australia. (Subject to airline schedules).
Choose from a day trip to visit Pompeii or a 2 day/1 night option to visit Pompeii and Herculaneum. Walking tours of Rome, Florence & Venice Enjoy either a half or full day tour of these cities. Gladiator Tour Don’t miss this opportunity to re-create Roman history and get hands-on with ancient history and life as a gladiator. Activities include dressing up and learning basic techniques of gladiatorial sword fighting and a museum visit. Sorrento–Capri–Pompeii (3 Days/2 Nights) From Capri’s scenic coastline to the Roman town of Pompeii, destroyed by Mt. Vesuvius in AD 79, Italy has many mesmerising sights. Includes bustling Naples, the stunning Italian coast at Sorrento, a guided tour of Pompeii, two nights accommodation and a private touring coach. Cooking lessons In either Florence or Siena, enjoy a lesson cooking traditional Italian fare from Pizza to Spaghetti.
Venice
*Options at extra cost
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Germany by rail DAYS 1 & 2
AUSTRALIA – FRANKFURT – NÜRNBERG (D)
PACKAGE INCLUDES:
Fly from Australia to Frankfurt and take the train directly to Nürnberg from the airport. Check in on arrival (rooms may not be ready until 2.00 pm). Day 3
NÜRNBERG (B, D)
Following breakfast experience this city famous for the ‘Judgement of Nürnberg’. Visit the Hauptmarkt, Handwerkerhof and the Justizgebaude. Day 4
99 Return airport coach transfers 99 6 or 9 nights (Berlin Extension) youth hostel/ hotel accommodation with breakfast & dinner 99 Walking tour of Munich / Coach tour of Berlin and Potsdam 99 Bayerntickets for Dachau and Neuschwanstein / Berlin Welcome Card
NÜRNBERG – MUNICH (B, D)
Originally a village founded by Benedictine Monks and now the heart and capital of Bavaria, Munich highlights include Nymphenburg Palace and Deutsche Museum, the largest technical museum in the world. Day 5
99 Return international economy airfares including pre-paid taxes & charges
99 Entrances to Neuschwanstein Castle / Cecilienhof or Sanssouci Palace 99 Intercity travel by rail / departure transfer by coach Recommended for small groups of 12 to 20 students Prices for this tour can be found on our website - www.getours.com.au
MUNICH (B, D)
After breakfast travel by public transport (included) to Dachau Memorial - site of the first German concentration camp and home to more than 206,000 political opponents, Jews, clergymen and so-called "undesirable elements" imprisoned by the National Socialist regime between 1933 and 1945. Day 6
MUNICH (B, D)
Full day excursion to Hohenschwangau and a guided tour of picture-perfect Neuschwanstein Castle built in the 19th century by "mad" King Ludwig. Day 7
MUNICH (B, D)
Free day in Munich to practise your language skills. Suggestions include a day excursion to nearby Salzburg, Austria by train. DayS 8 & 9
MUNICH – AUSTRALIA (B)
Following breakfast transfer to Munich airport for your flight to Australia arriving the next day.
(Subject to airline schedules)
Brandenburg Gate
Berlin Extension Day 8
Homestay Options*
MUNICH – BERLIN (B, D)
Following breakfast travel by train to Berlin. On arrival enjoy a guided city tour by coach. Highlights include the Brandenburg Gate, Reichstag, Tiergarten, Unter den Linden, Alexanderplatz and Museum Island. Day 9
BERLIN (B, D)
• Rail travel to and from homestay location
Germany Options*
BERLIN (B, D)
Travel by public transport to Potsdam for a half-day guided tour including the old baroque town hall, Nikolai Church, the Dutch quarter and either Sanssouci Palace or the Cecilienhof where the former allies of WW11 negotiated the post war world order that emerged. DayS 11 & 12
• School attendance & local activities • Homestay location depends on German school terms and availability
Use your Berlin Welcome card to explore the city. Suggested visits include the Mauermuseum at former Checkpoint Charlie, the modern Potsdamer Platz and the shopping area around the famous Ku’Damm. Day 10
• 6 nights homestay with full board
BERLIN – AUSTRALIA (B)
Following breakfast transfer to Berlin Airport for your flight to Australia arriving the next day. (Subject to airline schedules)
The Berlin Story An exciting multimedia journey through 800 years of the Berliner's history from medieval times through the dark period of the National Socialist regime to the cold war. Includes a visit to an original nuclear shelter. Museums Pass Berlin Visit the famous Prussian Cultural Heritage buildings of Museum Island including the Pergamon Museum, Egyptian Museum and Gemäldegalerie. Jüdisches Museum Berlin Europe's largest Jewish Museum presents the panorama of two millennia of German-Jewish history, its cultural achievements, and its horror. Opened in 2001, the museum sets a 21st century benchmark for museums. Additional nights Additional nights en route available e.g. in Dresden, Leipzig or at the start/end of the tour e.g. in Frankfurt, Hamburg. Guided walking tours Guided walking tours for all cities available.
Reichstag
*Options at extra cost
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ENTDECKUNGSREISE NACH DEUTSCHLAND DAYS 1 & 2
AUSTRALIA – FRANKFURT – RHINE VALLEY (D)
PACKAGE INCLUDES:
Fly from Australia to Frankfurt and transfer to the nearby Rhine Valley. Enjoy a boat cruise on the Rhine River passing the famous Loreley Rock. DAY 3
RHINE VALLEY – COLOGNE (B, D)
99 Return international economy airfares including pre-paid taxes & charges 99 Return airport coach transfers 99 11 nights youth hostel/hotel accommodation with breakfast & dinner
Continue to Cologne via Bonn, the former capital of Germany. Explore Cologne and its famous Cathedral which, in contrast to the city centre, suffered minor damages at the end of WWII. DAY 4 COLOGNE – BERLIN (B, D)
99 Private coach travel on tour (Cologne – Berlin by ICE high speed train) 99 Rhine River cruise, Dachau Memorial Site, Neuschwanstein Castle and Salt Mine Berchtesgaden
Experience the ICE high speed train from Cologne to Berlin. On arrival enjoy a city tour by coach. Highlights include the Brandenburg Gate, Reichstag, Tiergarten, Unter den Linden, Alexanderplatz and Museum Island.
99 Coach tour in Berlin & Potsdam, walking tours in Dresden and Munich.
DAY 5
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BERLIN (B, D)
Recommended for groups of 20 or more students
Coach tour to Potsdam including a visit of Sanssouci Palace. The city sights tour will take you through the Dutch and Russian Quarter, past the Nikolai Church and to the Glienicker Brücke where Russia and the Western Allies exchanged spies during the Cold War. See Cecilienhof, where the former allies of WWII negotiated the post world war order that emerged. DAY 6
BERLIN (B, D)
Suggested sightseeing includes the Reichstag, the Mauermuseum at former Checkpoint Charlie, the Jewish museum, the East Side Gallery and modern Potsdamer Platz with the Sony Centre. Visit some of the many museums on the Museum Island or enjoy shopping at Friedrichstrasse. DAY 7
BERLIN – DRESDEN (B, D)
Following breakfast depart Berlin by coach to Dresden in the former GDR. A guided walking tour will introduce you to the baroque city which got almost totally destroyed at the end of WWII. See the newly renovated Frauenkirche, the Semperoper and the Zwinger Palace. DAY 8
DRESDEN – NÜRNBERG (B, D)
Continue to Nurnberg and enjoy this lively city where medieval and modern elements co-exist. Not only famous for its Christmas Market and sausages, it is also renowned for the Nazi Rally Grounds and the “Judgement of Nürnberg”. DAY 9
Wuerzburg
NÜRNBERG – MUNICH (B, D)
Depart to Dachau, site of the first German concentration camp and home to more than 206,000 political opponents, Jews, clergymen and so-called “undesirable elements” imprisoned by the National Socialist regime between 1933 and 1945. Proceed to Munich, the capital of the free state of Bavaria. DAY 10
MUNICH (B, D)
A walking tour of Munich, originally a village founded by Benedictine Monks. Suggested visits include the Deutsche Museum, the largest technical museum in the world and the BMW museum near the Olympiapark, site of the 1972 Olympics. DAY 11
MUNICH (B, D)
Full day excursion to Hohenschwangau and a guided tour of picture-perfect Neuschwanstein Castle built in the 19th century by “mad” Kind Ludwig. DAY 12
MUNICH – SALZBURG – MUNICH (B, D)
Travel to Salzburg by train, visit the Hohensalzburg Fortress. Optional Sound of Music tour (hop on hop off bus). Return to Munich. DAYS 13 & 14
MUNICH – AUSTRALIA (B, D)
Transfer to the airport for your return flight to Australia arriving the next day. (Subject to airline schedules)
Austria Options* Salzburg Experience the breathtaking beauty of one of Europe's most beautiful cities - once the home of Mozart and renowned around the world for its architecture, music and food - on a day-tour from Munich. Sound of Music Tour The hills are alive with breathtaking views of the landscape made famous by the musical, the Sound of Music. Highlights include the historical and architectural landmarks of Salzburg and the stunning lake district. *Options at extra cost
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SPAIN BY RAIL DAYS 1 & 2
AUSTRALIA – MADRID (D)
PACKAGE INCLUDES: 99 Return international economy airfares including pre-paid taxes & charges
Fly from Australia to Madrid, the thriving capital of Spain. On arrival you will be taken by coach on a city tour.
99 Return airport coach transfers
DAY 3 & 4
99 4 nights Madrid and 1 night Seville at 3 star hotels including breakfast & dinner daily
MADRID (B, D)
Visit the Prado’s rich collection of Spanish and Flemish paintings and the Reina Sofia’s vast collection of modern art like Picasso’s Guernica. The afternoons are free for strolls through the historic heart of Madrid. DAY 5
MADRID – SEVILLE (B, D)
The new AVE high speed train takes you to Seville, regarded as the quintessential Andalusian city. A walking tour will take you to the cathedral and old Santa Cruz quarter where beautifully tiled patios and tiny cobbled streets abound. DAY 6
99 City tour of Madrid & walking tour of Seville 99 High-Speed AVE 2nd class fares 99 Entrances to Prado museum & Reina Sofia museum Recommended for groups of 15-20 students Prices for this tour can be found on our website - www.getours.com.au
SEVILLE – MADRID (B, D)
Return to Madrid on the AVE train. DAYS 7 & 8
MADRID – AUSTRALIA (B)
Transfer to the airport for your return flight to Australia arriving the next day. (Subject to airline schedules)
Barcelona add-on DAY 1
MADRID – BARCELONA (B, D)
Travel by AVE high speed train to Barcelona, the capital of Catalonia. A guided city tour by coach will introduce you to this diverse city with its modern architecture. Visit the Sagrada Familia as the most famous example of Gaudi’s architecture. DAY 2
BARCELONA (B, D)
Walk around the winding streets, hidden squares, fountains and palaces in the Barri Gotic. Suggested sightseeing includes a visit to Parc Guell, a visit to a Flamenco Show or a Tapas cooking demonstration. DAYS 3 & 4
BARCELONA – AUSTRALIA (B, D)
Transfer to the airport for your return flight to Australia arriving the next day. (Subject to airline schedules) PACKAGE INCLUDES:
Antoni Gaudi
99 2 nights at 3 star hotel including breakfast & dinner daily 99 High Speed AVE 2nd class fares and return coach transfers
Homestay Options – Salamanca & Seville*
99 City tour by coach & La Sagrada Familia
• 6 nights homestay including breakfast & dinner daily • 15 hours of language lessons
Cordoba – Granada add-on DAY 1
• Orientation walking tour of the city • Cultural activities in the afternoons
SEVILLE – CORDOBA (B,D)
Travel by private coach to Cordoba in Andalucia. A walking tour will show why this ancient city has been declared a World Heritage Site. DAY 2 CORDOBA – GRANADA (B,D)
• Return transfer from Madrid Note: Language lessons are available in Barcelona, Madrid and Cordoba (no homestay available in this city)
*Options at extra cost
Continue to Granada. Half day guided tour of this last bastion of 8 centuries of Moorish rule in Spain. DAY 3
GRANADA (B,D)
Granada offers the greatest achievements of Moorish architecture in Spain. Visit the Alhambra Palace and the gardens of the Generalife. DAY 4
GRANADA – MADRID (B,D)
Time for any last minute sightseeing before returning to Madrid for overnight accommodation. PACKAGE INCLUDES: 99 3 nights at 3 star hotel including breakfast & dinner daily 99 Transportation by private coach 99 2 walking tour of Cordoba, Granada and Alhambra / entrance to Alhambra
Toledo
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Homestay information General Information
Germany:
• Minimum age 14 years
• Arranged with a local high school
• P olice checks are not available however language schools will interview and visit host families before accepting them
• May have to take public transport to school
• Homestay forms are required a minimum of 3 months prior to departure
• H alf board or full board available (lunch either at school canteen or students to prepare their packed lunch from their host family)
• D ietary requirements and allergies are critical information for the homestay selection process. Please note homestay families have the right to refuse a student
• Teachers stay in 2 star hotel/B&B with daily breakfast
• School to provide homestay pairing list with completed homestay forms
• Language classes can be arranged on request
• Student to attend school with host student during the week
France: • Arranged with a local language school • Group to arrive on a Sunday to begin lessons on Monday • Generally 2 students of the same gender per family • H ost families may or may not have children and could be single persons or couples, either retired or working full time • May have to take public transport to language school (tickets will be included) • H alf board or full board available (lunch either at language school or students to prepare their packed lunch from their host family) • Teachers stay in 2 star hotel/B&B with daily breakfast or in apartments • Up to 15 students in 1 closed group, 16-25 students in 2 closed groups Italy: • Arranged with a local language school • Group to arrive on a Sunday to begin lessons on a Monday • Generally 2 students of the same gender per family • H ost families may or may not have children and could be single persons or couples, either retired or working full time • May have to take public transport to language school (tickets will be included) • Daily breakfast and dinner Neuschwanstein
• Teachers stay in 2 star hotel/B&B with daily breakfast or in apartments • Up to 15 students in 1 closed group, 16-25 students in 2 closed groups • Only available for language students (art/history students to stay at hotel with teachers) Spain: • Arranged with a local language school • Group to arrive on a Sunday to begin lessons on Monday • Generally 2 students of the same gender per family • H ost families may or may not have children and could be single persons or couples, either retired or working full time • May have to take public transport to language school (tickets will be included) • H alf board or full board available (lunch either at language school or students to prepare their packed lunch from host family) • Teachers stay in 2 star hotel/B&B with daily breakfast or in apartments • Up to 15 students in 1 closed group, 16-25 students in 2 closed groups
Spain - Changing of the guards
Turkey
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HIGHLIGHTS OF TURKEY DAYS 1 & 2
TURKEY add-on
AUSTRALIA – ISTANBUL (D)
DAY 9 KUSADASI - ANTALYA (B, D)
Fly from Australia to Istanbul and transfer to your accommodation on arrival.
Depart Kusadasi for Antalya. The drive is through villages famous for their handmade carpets.
DAY 3
DAY 10
ISTANBUL (B, D)
Full day tour of Istanbul. Sites to be visited include St Sophia, the Hippodrome, Rome Square, Blue Mosque and Kapalicarsi (Grand Bazaar), Topkapi Palace and the Suleymaniye Mosque.. DAY 4
ISTANBUL – CANAKKALE (B, D)
Depart Istanbul and travel to Canakkale. Time permitting cross the Dardanelles to the Gallipoli Peninsular. Visit Anzac Cove and Lone Pine Cemetery before returning to Canakkale. DAY 5 CANAKKALE – GALLIPOLI - CANAKKALE (B, D) Cross the Dardanelles and enjoy a guided tour of the WWI battlefields. Entrance to the new museum included. Return to Canakkale for overnight. DAY 6 CANAKKALE – TROY – PERGAMUM – KUSADASI (B, D) Travel to Troy. Visit the ruins famous for the Trojan horse. Continue to Pergamum – cultural and political centre during the Byzantine period. Overnight in Kusadasi. DAY 7 KUSADASI – EPHESUS – KUSADASI (B, D) Tour the famous ruins of Ephesus – provincial capital city of Ancient Rome. Visits will be made to Mary’s house, the Temple of Artemis and the Virgin Goddess of the Chase (one of the 7 Wonders of the World). Overnight in Kusadasi. DAY 8 KUSADASI – APHRODISIAS/HIERAPOLIS – KUSADASI (B, D) Today visits include Aphrodisias (capital city of entertainment and sculpture, 2-4C AD), Hierapolis and Pamukkale (famous for its white lime cascades). Overnight in Kusadasi.
ANTALYA – KONYA – CAPPADOCIA (B, D)
Early departure (600 kilometre drive) from Antalya. Drive to Konya, the holy city of Muslims. Visit the Mausoleum of Melina and the Museum of Whirling Dervishes. Continue along the famous Silk Road to Cappadocia. DAY 11 CAPPADOCIA (B, D) Spend the full day in and around Cappadocia exploring the lunar landscape and rock hewn houses. Visit Goreme Valley churches to see the Orthodox Icon paintings on the walls, the underground city of Ozkonak and amazing rock formations of Avcilar, Pasabagi and Red Valley. DAY 12 CAPPADOCIA – ANKARA (B, D) Early departure to Ankara. On arrival begin your tour of Ankara. The first visit will be to the museum of Anatolian Civilizations, which has a unique and priceless collection dating back to the pre-historic era. A visit will also be made to either the Ata Tower or Anitkabir. Dinner and overnight accommodation in Ankara. DAY 13
ANKARA – ISTANBUL (B, D)
Travel to Istanbul for your last night in Turkey. DAYS 14 & 15
ISTANBUL – AUSTRALIA (B)
Transfer to the airport for your return flight to Australia arriving the next day. (Subject to airline schedules) PACKAGE INCLUDES: 99 2 additional nights 3 star hotel accommodation with breakfast and dinner daily 99 3 additional days of private touring coach & English speaking tour escort
DAY 9 KUSADASI (B, D) Breakfast at hotel. Free day in Kusadasi.
99 Additional entrance fees to museums and places of interest as per itinerary (days 10-12)
DAY 10 KUSADASI – IZMIR – ISTANBUL (B, D)
Recommended for groups of 15 or more students
Coach transfer to Izmir airport and fly to Istanbul. On arrival coach transfer to the accommodation and check in.
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DAY 11
ISTANBUL (B, D)
Free day in Istanbul. DAYS 12 & 13
ISTANBUL – AUSTRALIA (B)
Transfer from Ankara to Istanbul for your return flight to Australia arriving the next day. (Subject to airline schedules)
PACKAGE INCLUDES: 99 Return international economy airfares including pre-paid taxes & charges 99 Return airport coach transfers 99 9 nights 3 star hotel accommodation with breakfast & dinner daily
The Sultan Ahmed Mosque
99 Private touring coach (days 4-10) & English speaking tour escort (days 2-10) 99 Entrance fees to museums and places of interest as per itinerary 99 Local guide in Gallipoli 99 One-way domestic flight Izmir - Istanbul Recommended for groups of 15 or more students Prices for this tour can be found on our website - www.getours.com.au WWI tour to Turkey and France A history tour to combine visiting Gallipoli in Turkey and the Somme battlefields in France can be arranged. The Belgian battlefields around Ypres can be included. Coach travel both in Turkey and France/Belgium. An English speaking tour escort will be included in Turkey. Early planning required for tours over ANZAC Day. Please contact G•E•T for sample itineraries. Gallipoli
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THE CLASSICAL TOUR OF GREECE & ITALY DAYS 1 & 2
PACKAGE INCLUDES:
AUSTRALIA – ATHENS (D)
99 Return international economy airfares including pre-paid taxes & charges
Fly from Australia to Athens. On arrival enjoy a half day guided tour before checking into your hotel. Free afternoon (at teachers’ discretion).
99 Return airport coach transfers
DAYS 3 & 4
99 9 nights 2 star hotel accommodation with breakfast & dinner
ATHENS (B, D)
From the Acropolis to Omonia Square your free days will allow you to see all the famous sites of ancient and modern Athens including the Panathenian Stadium (site of the first modern Olympic Games in 1896), the Presidential Palace (ex Royal Palace), the Roman Temple of Olympian Zeus and the Acropolis, Athens' crowning beauty. Highlights include the impressive Parthenon, the Propylaea, the Temple of Athena Nike and the Erechtheion, with its Porch of Maidens. We suggest you spend time at the Acropolis Museum. DAY 5
ATHENS – DELPHI (B, D)
99 Private touring coach day 5 - 7 and 8 - 9 99 Overnight ferry in couchette with breakfast & dinner 99 Tour escort in Greece 99 Guided tours of Athens, Delphi, Olympia, Pompeii, Herculaneum, Rome and the Vatican Museum 99 Entrance fees to Pompeii, Herculaneum, Vatican Museum with Sistine Chapel
Following breakfast transfer by coach to one of the most famous sites of classical Greece renowned for its theatre, Temple of Apollo and ancient ruins. Delphi was at the heart of the classical Greek world, and considered the centre of the earth and the universe.
99 3 day Roma Pass
DAY 6
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DELPHI – OLYMPIA (B, D)
Recommended for groups of 25-30 students
After breakfast enjoy a half-day tour of Delphi and continue to Olympia to visit famous archaeological sites and museums, and experience the glory that was classical Greece. DAY 7
OLYMPIA – PATRAS (B, D)
Half-day tour of Olympia followed by an afternoon transfer to Patras to board the overnight ferry to Italy. DAY 8
BRINDISI – POMPEII (B, D)
Meet your coach on arrival and transfer to Pompeii for a guided tour of this once bustling Roman city destroyed in AD 79 by Mt. Vesuvius. DAY 9
POMPEII – ROME (B, D)
Tour of the nearby Roman beach resort of Herculaneum which was also a victim of the volcano. Travel to Rome for overnight.
Pompeii
DAY 10
Turkey add-on
ROME (B, D)
Meet your guide for a half-day walking tour of Ancient Rome including the Colosseum and the Roman Forum. Free afternoon for individual sightseeing (at teachers’ discretion). A 3 day Roma Pass for public transport is included. DAY 11
ROME (B, D)
PACKAGE INCLUDES: 99 Return airport transfers in Istanbul
Use your Roma Pass to travel to the Vatican by public transport. Guided visit of the Vatican Museum including the Sistine Chapel. Free afternoon (at teachers’ discretion).
99 4 nights 3 star hotel with breakfast & dinner
DAYS 12 & 13
99 Private touring coach & English speaking tour escort
ROME – AUSTRALIA (B)
Transfer to the airport for your return flight arriving the next day in Australia. (Subject to airline schedules).
99 Istanbul city sights tour & Bosphorus cruise 99 Visits to Anzac Cove, Troy and the Grand Bazaar in Istanbul 99 Entrance to Hagia Sophia, Topkapi Palace, Blue Mosque
Pompeii
Hierapolis
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LITERARY BRITAIN DAYS 1 & 2
AUSTRALIA – LONDON (D)
PACKAGE INCLUDES:
Fly from Australia to London Heathrow and transfer on arrival to your hotel in Bloomsbury, the literary heart of London. This afternoon take a leisurely walk to Russell Square, where T.S. Eliot worked for 40 years, Bloomsbury Square and Bedford Square, site of the Dickens Museum. DAY 3
LONDON (B, D)
A full-day of London sightseeing including the famous sites of Big Ben and the Houses of Parliament, Buckingham Palace, Tower Bridge and Westminster Abbey. Visit 3 of London’s major attractions; St Paul’s Cathedral, the Tower of London and The Globe Theatre, a faithful reconstruction of the 1599 open-air playhouse designed by Shakespeare. Optional performance at The Globe. DAY 4
99 Return international economy airfares including pre-paid taxes & charges 99 Return airport coach transfers 99 10 nights accommodation in 2 star hotels 99 Intercity transfers 99 Local coach & guides for sightseeing 99 Entrance to attractions and museums as per itinerary Recommended for groups of 20 or more students Prices for this tour can be found on our website - www.getours.com.au
LONDON – CANTERBURY– ROCHESTER – LONDON (B, D)
Enjoy a full day excursion to Kent and East Sussex. Includes a guided tour of Canterbury's stunning Cathedral, a major centre of medieval Christianity and the destination of Chaucer’s pilgrims. Return to London via Rochester. DAY 5
LONDON – WINCHESTER – SOUTHAMPTON (B, D)
Following breakfast travel by coach to Jane Austen’s Hampshire and the charming village of Steventon where she was born and lived her first 25 years. Continue to Winchester and visit its magnificent Cathedral, where you will find Jane’s tomb. Overnight accommodation in Southampton. DAY 6
The Globe
SOUTHAMPTON – STONEHENGE – BATH (B, D)
Visit the mystical and monumental 5,000-year-old Stonehenge on the way to the ancient city of Bath. Jane Austen fans will recognise many of this Georgian city’s landmarks from her novels including the magnificent Royal Crescent. Take afternoon tea at the Pump Rooms (as described in Austen’s Northanger Abbey) and visit the adjoining Roman Baths. DAY 7
BATH – OXFORD – STRATFORD (B, D)
After breakfast travel to Oxford, famous for its university and visit Christ Church, one of the largest colleges and recently the location for scenes in J.K. Rowling’s Harry Potter films (you will instantly recognise the dining room at Hogwarts). Continue to Stratford-upon-Avon. DAY 8
STRATFORD-UPON-AVON (B, D)
A full day to explore Shakespeare’s birthplace including his 16th century family home on Henley Street and Shakesperience, a dramatic high-tech audio visual presentation of Shakespeare in a unique and thrilling way. Optional evening performance by the RSC. DAY 9
London Options*
STRATFORD – LAKE DISTRICT (B, D)
Travel north through the midlands to the scenic Lake District with highlights including Dove Cottage, final home of Lakeland poet William Wordsworth, a cruise on Lake Coniston on the Steam Yacht Gondola to John Ruskin’s house, Brantwood and a guided tour of Rydal Mount, another of Wordsworth’s residences. DAY 10
LAKE DISTRICT – YORK (B, D)
Journey across the Moors this morning to Yorkshire with a stop at the charming village of Haworth to visit the family home of the Bronte sisters now known as the Bronte Parsonage Museum. In the afternoon, visit the World Heritage site Fountains Abbey. DAY 11
YORK – LONDON (B, D)
Free morning to independently explore York and its ancient streets with highlights including the Minster cathedral followed by an afternoon transfer to London. DAYS 12 & 13
LONDON – AUSTRALIA (B)
Transfer to London Heathrow Airport for your return flight arriving the next day in Australia.
(Subject to airline schedules)
St Paul’s Cathedral
British Museum Open every day 10:00am to 5:30pm. Groups of 10 or more must pre-book. Audio tour available at additional cost. The Tower of London More than just a prison, the epicentre of nearly 1000 years of British history. Madame Tussauds Harry Potter’s studio WWII Cabinet Room & Churchill War Rooms As seen in nearly every movie ever made about WWII in Europe, the nerve centre of the world as London came under attack during the Battle of Britain. London Eye The city's best view overlooking the Houses of Parliament and Big Ben. Tate Britain & Tate Modern Groups of 10 or more available. Gallery Discovery tours and workshops may be available during UK school terms. Covent Garden Royal Opera House Blue badge guide (half day) The Dungeons - Jack the Ripper West End show *Options at extra cost
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EUROPEAN ART & CULTURE DAYS 1 & 2
PACKAGE INCLUDES:
AUSTRALIA – PARIS (D)
99 Return international economy airfares including pre-paid taxes & charges
Fly from Australia to Paris and transfer to your accommodation on arrival. DAY 3
99 Return airport coach transfers
PARIS (B, D)
Morning tour of the major Paris sights by coach with the remainder of the day free to enjoy the sights using your 3 day Paris Visite card. Suggested visits include the Musée du Louvre and the Musée d’Orsay. DAY 4
PARIS (B, D)
99 Paris – Venice (2nd class) overnight train 99 3 day Paris Visite card (zones 1-5) and Venice Vaporetto Pass 99 Guided tours in Paris, Venice, Florence, Rome & Vatican City
Catch the RER to Versailles to discover the largest and most dazzling royal residence ever built surrounded by gardens and parklands. Highlights of this sumptuous palace include Louis XIV's suite, the Hall of Mirrors, Marie Antoinette's apartments and the apartment of the Dauphin and Dauphine. DAY 5
99 13 nights 2 star hotel/hostel accommodation with breakfast & dinner
PARIS (B, D)
99 3 day Roma pass 99 Entrance to Monet's home, Versailles Palace, Peggy Guggenheim Museum, Accademia or Uffizi Gallery, Vatican Museum including the Sistine Chapel Prices for this tour can be found on our website - www.getours.com.au
Following breakfast travel by coach to Auvers-sur-Oise, Vincent Van Gogh’s village at the end of his life where he painted some of his most famous pictures. Continue to Giverny to visit Claude Monet’s home, garden and water lily pond. DAY 6
PARIS – VENICE (B, D)
Free day for activities at teachers’ discretion. Suggested gallery visits include the Centre George Pompidou, Musée Picasso, Musée de l’Orangerie, Jeu de Paume, Musée Auguste Rodin or sketching the sites of Paris. Take the overnight train (6 berth compartments) to Venice. DAY 7
VENICE (B, D)
Arrive in Venice. Half day guided walking tour begin at Piazza San Marco with the Doges Palace and the Bridge of Sighs. A 72 hour Vaporetto Pass (boat ticket) is included. Optional visit to the Accademia in Venice. DAYS 8 & 9
VENICE (B, D)
Visit the Peggy Guggenheim collection. Suggestions include an excursion by Vaporetto to Murano and Burano islands to see glass blowing and lace-making craftsmanship or visit the Rialto with its market stalls, shopping streets and canals. DAY 10
VENICE – FLORENCE (B, D)
Depart for a 3 night stay in Florence. Leonardo da Vinci, Botticelli and Michelangelo began their careers here and produced magnificent masterpieces during the peak of the Renaissance period. DAYS 11 & 12
FLORENCE (B, D)
Enjoy a half day guided tour introducing you to sights such as the Duomo with the adjacent Baptistry and the Uffizi Gallery with the greatest collection of paintings in Italy and the Accademia Gallery to see Michelangelo's ‘David’. Stroll across the Ponte Vecchio and enjoy the local shopping. Visit the Market for your food during the tour. DAY 13
FLORENCE – SAN GIMIGNANO – ROME (B, D)
Stop in the hilltop town of San Gimignano with its 13 medieval towers before arriving in Rome for 3 nights. DAY 14
ROME (B, D)
A half day guided tour introduces Rome's rich treasures including the ruins of the Forum, Colosseum and the Pantheon. Delight in the many piazzas, Trevi Fountain, Spanish Steps and shopping on Via Condotti. DAY 15
VATICAN CITY (B, D)
A day at the Vatican City will begin in St Peter’s Square with a visit to the Basilica and includes a guided tour of the Vatican Museum to view its impressive collection including the extraordinary ceiling in the Sistine Chapel. DAYS 16 & 17
Sistine Chapel
ROME – AUSTRALIA (B)
Transfer to the airport for your return flight to Australia arriving the next day. (Subject to airline schedules).
3 Days/2 Nights "Eurostar" London Extension Add two extra nights in London to experience this city's extraordinary art & culture heritage at museums. • T he National Gallery opened in 1838 to house one of Europe's greatest collections of Old Master's paintings including Jan Van Eyck's famous "Arnolfini Wedding", Piero della Francesca's magnificent "The Baptism of Christ", Botticelli's sensuous "Mars and Venus", Leonardo's "Virgin of the Rocks", Ruben's breathtaking "Chapeaux de Paille", Rembrandt's moving last self portrait and the great French Impressionists collection with Renoir, Monet, Pissarro and Cezanne. • T ate Britain which contains the main collection of British Art from the 16th century to the present day in a splendid 19th century home. • T ate Modern in a converted power station with its 20th century collection of modern and contemporary art including Italian futurists such as Boccioni or metaphysical painters such as De Chirico, French masterpieces in sculpture and paintings by Degas, Matisse, Picasso and an impressive collection of American Abstract Expressionists. • D ozens of exciting galleries, artists and creative movements down narrow lanes and anonymous doorways, the East End of London’s contemporary art scene is one of the world’s most vibrant and challenging.
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS What money should we take? The euro (EUR) is the unit of currency in France, Italy, Spain, Germany, Austria and Greece. The pound (GBP) is the unit of currency in the United Kingdom. The lira (TRL) is the unit of currency in Turkey. You might also visit some non-euro zone countries such as Switzerland and Norway. It's wise to travel with some limited local cash - maybe enough for the first day or two. Will our ATM cards work OK? While ATM machines can be the traveller’s best friend, it's important to check with the issuing bank to ensure transaction cards or credit cards are suitable for use in Europe. Note additional charges may apply if cards are used in ATM machines not affiliated with the issuing bank. Always carry some currency in case an ATM does not recognise or accept a card. Allow for conversion fees and additional bank charges when calculating prices. We strongly recommend students check with their bank on the correct procedures BEFORE TRAVELLING to Europe. Where will we stay? G.E.T Educational Tours uses a range of hotel, youth hostel and homestay accommodation as indicated in our itinerary; however, changes are sometimes possible. We will contact you if changes occur. Combinations of two-star hotels while touring and homestays are common. Note, European two-star hotels typically have small rooms compared to what students might be used to in Australia. Most hotels and hostels are located close to railway stations to minimise the hassle of arrivals and departures and, where possible, to eliminate the additional cost of transfers. How will we get about in Europe? The majority of our trips for small and medium group sizes use rail sector fares to travel around Europe. Train travel in Europe ranges from very fast and efficient inter-city connections on France's TGV to suburban commuter services more like Australia and overnight long-haul sleeper trains. Most groups choose to start their tour after the long flight from Australia with a coach transfer to their hotel or hostel. For extended itineraries or larger groups a touring coach might be preferable.
Lake Constance
Will we have a tour guide? How many students should my European group be and which countries can we visit? Student groups travelling to Europe mostly number between 15 and 25 students with one or two teacher escorts depending on size. Larger and smaller groups are possible - just ask your G.E.T Educational Tours representative. Your choice of destination depends on curriculum requirements and interests. Typically language groups travel only to the country of interest. Curriculum-based groups such as art or history groups, often visit multiple countries. It's possible to visit most countries in Europe with France, Italy, Germany, Britain, Spain, Turkey and Greece the most common. Stopovers in Singapore, Malaysia and Thailand are also available. Is there a lot of paperwork and travel documentation required? A valid passport is required. Non Australian and New Zealand passport holders may need to comply with visa or re-entry requirements. Visas are not usually required depending on the countries you will visit and the purpose of the tour. How much luggage can we take and what should we pack? Europe’s climate varies from cold northern winters to hot Mediterranean summers. Warm clothing may be required in any season in alpine regions. The best advice to anyone travelling to Europe or anywhere, is to take less stuff. It’s that easy!!! Benefits of bringing less stuff:
Tour guides can be included for part or all of the itinerary, but many teachers, particularly those leading groups using rail passes, prefer to encourage students to immerse themselves in the language and culture of their destination rather than rely on the services of an English speaking guide. It's important to recognise that while European touring coaches are well designed and equipped, unlike Australia, drivers are not permitted to act as tour guides. Guides are available at most European destinations for approx. 250 - 300 euros per day. Will our electrical appliances work? European countries use 220 volt power similar to Australia. However a European adaptor is required for all continental European countries including France, Italy and Germany, with a separate adaptor required for the UK/Ireland. What will we do if a member of our group requires medical assistance? Doctors, dentists, hospitals and urgent dispensary facilities are readily available throughout Europe. However it is advisable to carry your own medications. Students should also carry any scripts for prescribed drugs they might require. We recommend group members ask their own doctor for advice. Travel insurance is required for all passengers. Can you assist with risk assessments?
• Less stuff you might lose
Yes, we recognise that within the context of school travel, a risk assessment is the basis of a plan for how the group leader expects to lead their group on the trip with the objective of arriving home safe and sound. It is very important that you follow the guidelines for your particular school and the Department of Education. G.E.T Educational Tours have pro forma documents to assist you with key parts of your risk assessment, saving you time and effort in areas like accommodation and travel.
• Less stuff that could be stolen
Can we organise tours to other countries?
• Less stuff to worry about
Yes, we can. Please ask your tour consultant.
• Enjoy yourself more • Have room to bring back some select items • Have a lighter load to carry
Remember that airlines limit checked baggage and carry-on luggage (usually one 20kg checked bag and one 7kg carry-on). Some low-cost style airlines might have lower limits or charge extra for checked baggage. Students travelling by train will usually have to carry their own baggage on and off carriages. Also few two-star hotels or hostels offer baggage assistance and the smaller rooms typical in Europe can make large bags in shared rooms problematic.
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All verbal quotes are only an estimate of the price and written quotes are indicative with final price subject to advice on full payment and receipt of a signed G•E•T Educational Tours booking form. Passport & Visa Requirements Your passport and visas are not our responsibility and we are not liable for any loss or expenses caused by your failure to comply with these requirements. Flight reservations cannot be made without passenger names. You must, at the time of booking, advise the correct names of all passengers including students and escorts. It is vital that these conform exactly to the name in each passenger’s passport. Name changes after tickets have been issued will result in the issue of new tickets and vouchers and incur amendment charges and may require a higher airfare to be paid. G•E•T Educational Tours can accept no responsibility for any additional charges, or inability to travel as a result of incorrect notification of passenger names.
Airlines, ground handling companies, hotels, hostels, homestay accommodation operators, restaurants and tour operators may impose additional cancellation fees within 65 days of departure. Airline discount booking classes are subject to cancellation fees at any time following confirmation.
We will not refund any unused part of your itinerary including accommodation, transfers, tours, and airfares. Airline refunds following cancellation will be made when the airline completes the refund transaction (this may be in excess of 60 days). The price of your tour is not guaranteed until full payment has been received. Travel Insurance It is a condition of travelling on our international tours that students and escorts are fully covered by comprehensive travel insurance. This should be valid for the full duration of your itinerary. G•E•T Educational Tours offers suitable travel insurance for this tour. Luggage Free luggage allowances will be strictly enforced with excess baggage carried by airlines at their discretion and at passengers own expense. Note most full service airlines offer a 20kg free baggage allowance. Some low cost airlines may offer a lower allowance or levy an additional charge for baggage.
Law of Contract G•E•T Educational Tours and its suppliers, including airlines, do not accept liability in contract or in tort (actionable wrong) for any injury, damage, loss, delay, additional expense or inconvenience caused directly, or indirectly by force majeure or other events beyond our control, or which are not preventable by reasonable diligence on its part including, but not limited to, war, civil disturbance, fire, flood, unusually severe weather, acts of God, acts of Government or other authorities, accident to or failure of machinery or equipment, or industrial action (whether or not involving its employees and even though such action may be settled by acceding to the demands of a labour group). G•E•T Educational Tours cannot accept responsibility for subsequent changes or withdrawal of prices, details or services which are subject to change without notice. This contract is governed by the law of the State of Victoria.
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