EU TRAVEL JOURNAL - SOUTHERN & EASTERN EUROPE (NOV 2015 - MAR 2016)

SOUTHERN & EASTERN

EUROPE Winter Nov 2015 - Mar 2016

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ABOUT EU HOLIDAYS EU Holidays was founded by a group of experienced directors passionate about their work in the travel industry. They wanted to do something new that could better serve the travel needs of consumers, which is the main driving force behind the establishment of our travel agency.

VISION AND MISSION

PROGRESS AND MILESTONES

EU Holidays devotes our whole energy towards focusing on long haul package tours, which is our main differentiating factor from other travel agencies. We narrowed our attention to areas such as Europe, USA, Middle East and some of the more exotic locations as these are the leading travel destinations for locals in recent years. At EU Holidays, we want to establish our position as the leading professional agency that specializes in Europe and USA leisure travel package tours for the local market.

In EU Holidays, we want to take the hassle out of travelling, so as to let our customers fully experience their vacation without worrying over any details. Whether it is to relax and relieve stress, enjoy fun and exciting activities, explore new places, or learn and discover new knowledge, EU Holidays has a wide variety of itineraries designed to satisfy your travel needs. We want our customers to have faith that each time they book with EU Holidays, they will be embarking on the greatest adventure of their lives.

At EU Holidays, we take pride in providing our customers with excellent service by undergoing professional training and motivation courses and workshops. EU customers can easily meet our friendly and reliable staff face-to-face at the various travel fairs, outdoor roadshows and events that we participate in.

Our staffs are all committed to go the extra mile to please our customers and give them their dream vacation.

Within five years of business operations, we have expanded EU Holidays and opened up three other subsidiary offices to focus on the various needs of our customers. The EU MICE office was set up in 2013 to cater for corporate travel with a focus on corporate meetings, conventions and events. In that same year, EU Asia was launched to cater for customers who are interested in travelling within Asia. In the following year, we opened up EU Vacations to serve the Malaysian market. In doing so, EU Holidays strives to constantly improve our products and services so that we can better serve our customers.

Despite being a young company, EU Holidays has gained significant recognition from both customers and industry professionals. Founded in late 2010, EU Holidays was voted Top MasterCard Supporter in NATAS Travel, from as early as 2012 for four consecutive years. After just two years in business, EU Holidays was presented with two valuable awards – the Asia Excellence Award 2013 and the Singapore Excellence Award 2013. During the later half of the year, we also received the Singapore Quality Brands 2014 award. Since 2012, EU Holidays was named the ‘Best Travel Agency for Europe and USA Tours’ as voted by readers of ESCAPE! travel magazine. For two years running since 2014, we have also been awarded with the Weekender Travellers’ Choice Award as No. 1 for Europe and USA tours, voted by their readers.

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CONTENTS

11D Spain & Portugal ESP11A

14D Spain & Portugal + Andorra EMADW

15D Spain Portugal + Morocco ESPMA

10D Scenic Eastern Europe EEBUDW

14D Highlights of Eastern Europe EEMUCW

9D Germany’s Romantic Road

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10D Bavaria in Germany & Austria ECDEAA

11D Adventure to the Balkans EEBALA

15D Legend of Yugoslavia + Romania EEYUGO

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Spain & Portugal

Uncover breathtaking landscapes, vibrant cultures and cities awash in history along one of the most stunning areas of the Iberian Peninsula.

Andorra

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Ideally located in the Pyrenees Mountains, this tiny country is the perfect setting for you to enjoy your ski holiday in its full snowy splendour.

Morocco

Head off the beaten track and discover a diverse and fascinating culture that is pulsing with energy. Morocco is a place for novel experiences – leave the crowd behind and venture into the unspoilt lands of this exotic civilization.

Prague

Explore this magical metropolis where the old and the modern merges beautifully, whether in the form of architecture, music or culture – Prague is a city that will constantly surprise you.

PUBLISHING CONSULTANT Managing Publisher Executive Manager Admin Executive Writers Designers

Cecilia Woo Lilian Quek Melisah Roslan Cherlyn Ang, Angela Low, Nina Gee Ng Peiling, Syrus Kwan

EU Holidays Travel Journals are published by WWM PTE LTD for EU Holidays.

Cover image by 123RF/Rihardzz. Standing and walking stick figure images, cruise vectors and maps used in this brochure are derived from originals designed by Freepik.

No part of this publication is to be reproduced, stored, transmitted, digitally or otherwise, without the prior consent of the publisher. The information contained herein is accurate at time of printing. Changes may have occurred since this magazine went to print. The publisher will not be held liable for any damages, loss, injury or inconvenience, arising in connection with the contents of the brochure.

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EXTRA MILES, EXTRA SMILES KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE

When it comes to travel, there is nobody more passionate and enthusiastic than the staff at EU Holidays. Our employee’s love and dedication for their jobs drive them to deliver quality services. They are trained to be caring and attentive to every detail of what the customer desires, providing the best support that caters to their individual needs.

DIVERSE CHOICES & OPTIONS EU Holidays is well-known for our ability to design different types of itinerary to cater to different clienteles. Each itinerary is specially personalised to fit every customer’s needs, wants and interests. The option to extend your stay can even be arranged for your itinerary. New itineraries are also launched on a regular basis because we believe in creating an original and exclusive experience for our customers. EU Holidays takes special effort to craft a wide variety of unique itineraries that customers can choose from. The range of itineraries vary from premium to cost saving, active to relaxing tours, and intensive coverage or country focus packages. We also work directly with our partners to provide our customers with special privileges and additional perks for their trips.

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Our staff members are armed with vast travel knowledge and invaluable experience so as to assist our customers by giving the best advice to suit their needs. The company equips all staff with top quality and comprehensive in-house training, on-job training, and external courses lead by professionals in the field. These courses concentrate on providing our staff with the knowledge of giving the best travel experience in Europe and USA. This is an essential aspect of EU Holidays as we aim to give each and every customer an unforgettable holiday.

PASSION & LOVE

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INNOVATING TRENDSETTERS

EXCELLENT QUALITY MADE AFFORDABLE

REPUTATION AND AWARD WINNING

EU Holidays has always strived to stay ahead of the latest trends, especially for travel and technology. Our company was the first travel agency to introduce exclusive tours to the Norway Arctic Circle, and brought about the popular trend of travelling to Finland.

In order to provide our customers with unforgettable experiences when travelling with EU Holidays, we make the effort to reach out to organizations and companies overseas to obtain the best arrangements for activities and accommodations for our tour packages. For our Northern Europe tours, we have specially arranged for customers to stay in the newly launched and more spacious glass igloos in Finland. We are also the sole distributing partner for exclusive sledging activities on Mt. Bussalp for our Switzerland tours.

Quality should not be compromised for affordability. That is why here at EU Holidays, we believe in having the best of both worlds.

Our tour packages are customised to be the best value for your money. Offered at an attractive rate, our packages are packed with 4-5 star hotel stays, scrumptious meals, and an experience of a last time. EU Holidays is the only agency that offers you a night’s stay in a 5-star Hilton hotel on Venice islands as well as a 5-star Heritage hotel for your accommodation in Interlaken.

EU Holidays has the prestigious honour of receiving many awards such as the Asia Excellence Award 2013 and the Singapore Excellence Award 2013. Both ESCAPE! and Weekender travel magazines have also awarded EU Holidays as the No. 1 Reader’s Choice for Europe and USA tours. Our company has been recognized for our outstanding service, and also earned us a strong following of loyal customers.

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FEATURE

Get a taste of the vibrant culture in these nations on the Iberian Peninsula known for their history, gastronomy and nightlife.

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he Iberian Peninsula is the third largest European peninsula located in the southwest corner of Europe, and comprises of the countries Spain, Portugal, Andorra as well as the British Overseas Territory of Gibraltar. A land brimming with history dating all the way back to the ancient Greek and Roman Empire periods, we feature some of the highlights of two of the most popular tourist destinations on the Iberian coast, Spain and Portugal.

Spain – a beautiful and diverse country where you can find everything, from lush landscapes of rolling hills and green valleys, to snowy mountains with small, charming creeks in the North and even soft sand beaches and dry desert zones in the South and Western parts of the country. Millions

LISBON, PORTUGAL

SPAIN & PORTUGAL PLAZA DE ESPAÑA, SEVILLE, SPAIN

of holidaymakers flock to this sun-drenched nation for its sandy beaches, but many don’t know that Spain is just more than just home to sunshine and beaches.

If you’re a night owl or party animal, Spain is just perfect for you. The country of Spain has long been synonymous with fun, festive vibes, vivacity, great weather and most importantly, the vibrant nightlife.

You will find a whole host of restaurants, bars, concert venues, pubs and clubs where you can enjoy a fantastic night out in town and party all night long, even until the sun comes up. It is common to see the Spanish gathering to have drinks and chat from about 10 in the evening until the wee hours of morning. We recommend heading to nightclubs in Barcelona if you’re a fan of techno and electronic music, or party in Madrid’s fashionable and designer clubs, whereas Valencia is renowned for their beachfront discos. With so many different options, your sojourn in Spain is guaranteed to give you a night to remember.

If there’s anything you can’t miss while in Spain, it’s their tapas. This is a Spanish culinary specialty that comprises of a variety of dishes, including local delicacies such as Iberian cured ham, the traditional potato omelette, exquisite seafood or even miniature haute cuisine specialities that are presented in small quantities in the form of tapas. Giving you all the local flavours of Spain in a single meal, sampling tapas is also an excellent way to experience Spanish culture in its purest form and enjoy the charms of the bars and taverns, among which there are some that specialize in tapas. The Spanish custom of going out for a round of the tapas bars is also considered as a prelude to a night of partying and

dancing, which usually start after midnight.

On the other hand, Portugal has a friendly, laidback atmosphere that renders it more low-key than its neighbour, Spain.

A large part of the country’s charm is its fantastic coastline, flanked by glorious sands and dunes – perfect for languid days on the beach, relaxing and sun-tanning while sipping cocktails and beers. However, Portugal is also home to a rich legacy of historic cities, particularly Lisbon for its grand monuments and structures as well as medieval passageways.

The oldest capital in Europe after Athens, Lisbon’s history dates back to 300,000 years ago, when it was founded by Greek traveller and hero Ulysses and named Ulissipo or Olissipo, which means ‘enchanted port’.

Indeed, the much-coveted city became a battlefield for Phoenicians, Greeks Romans, Carthaginians and even Spaniards during the early years, whom all wanted a piece of this coastal city with its strategic location. Lisbon became the world’s most prosperous trading centre during the Age of Discoveries in the 15th century as the main departure point for all sea expeditions, and the discovery of new colonies and a new sea route to India propelled Portugal to become one of Europe’s former imperial powers. As a result, the current Lisbon houses a multitude of historical architecture, treasures and World Heritage monuments, attributing to the various influences from its past. Yet, Lisbon is also quickly gaining a reputation as one of Europe’s trendiest cities with a flourishing night scene. Ranging from house and electronica to classical music, Lisbon offers a host of bars, clubs and even Fado houses where you can dance the night away.

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SPAIN & PORTUGAL Soak up the year-round sun in Spain and Portugal, and uncover the overflowing treasures of their cities rich in tradition and culture.

SAGRADA FAMILIA, BARCELONA, SPAIN

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TOUR CODE: ESP11A

HIGHLIGHTS SPAIN

PORTUGAL

BARCELONA • Casa Batlló and Casa Milà • La Sagrada Familia • Columbus Monument • Montjuïc Hill • Las Ramblas MADRID • Royal Palace of Madrid (Entrance included) • Cibeles Fountain • Santiago Bernabéu Stadium • Puerta del Sol • Plaza Mayor GRANADA • Alhambra (Entrance included) • Generalife garden (Entrance included) SEVILLE • Seville Cathedral (Entrance included) • Giralda Bell Tower (Entrance included) • The Tomb of Christopher Columbus • Plaza de Toros • Plaza de España

LISBON • Rossio Square • Belem Tower • Jeronimos Monastery • Discoveries Monument

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PORTUGAL

Barcelona Madrid 2

SPAIN 2

Lisbon

Seville 1

Meal Plan 8 Breakfasts, 1 Lunch, 4 Dinners

4★ HOTELS BARCELONA Hesperia St. Just MADRID Silken Puerta GRANADA Hotel Granada Palace SEVILLE Vertice Aliarafe LISBON Altis Park *Note: Hotels subject to final confirmation. Should there be changes, customers will be offered similar accommodations as stated in this list.

SPECIAL Free WiFi on board

Granada

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DAY 1

DAY 4

Meals on Board

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

SINGAPORE → BARCELONA Assemble at Changi airport and take-off to the cosmopolitan city of Spain, Barcelona.

DAY 2

BARCELONA Meals on Board

DELICACIES

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Experience Barcelona in its full splendour through a tour of its city, where you can view the lauded art nouveau style buildings such as Casa Batlló and Casa Milà along the elegant Passeig de Gràcia avenue and the statuesque appearance of the La Sagrada Familia. Marvel at the towering Columbus Monument and the impressive Monumental Bullring before heading up to Montjuïc Hill for a spectacular vista of the city and its harbour. Then, make your way to Las Ramblas, a tree-lined pedestrian mall that stretches for 1.2km along the street in central Barcelona. You may also wish to make an optional pit stop at the La Roca Village Barcelona – a shopping galore brimming with designer boutiques.

DAY 3

BARCELONA Breakfast

Enjoy a free day of leisure for some shopping or sightseeing at your pleasure in Barcelona.

Explore the vibrant streets of the city and indulge in its quirkiness, be it in their art, architecture or even cuisine.

BARCELONA → ZARAGOZA → MADRID Revel in the majestic architecture of the Basilica of Our Lady of The Pillar in the city of Zaragoza, reputed to be the first church in history that is dedicated to the Blessed Virgin Mary. Thereafter, proceed to Madrid to retire for the night.

DAY 5

MADRID Breakfast

Kick off the day with an exciting tour of Madrid, and make sure you are armed with a camera as you make the first stop at the impressive Royal Palace of Madrid and step foot into some of its luxurious rooms, including the lavish gold and scarlet throne room. Continue on to the Cibeles Fountain, a beautiful marble fountain of the Roman goddess of nature, Cybele, and is seen as one of Madrid’s most prominent symbols.

Stop by Gran Via, Santiago Bernabéu Stadium – home to the Real Madrid football club, Puerta del Sol and Plaza Mayor for a fleeting glimpse into the heart of Madrid culture. If you are craving for some shopping, you may wish to make an optional visit to El Corte Inglés, the largest department store group in Europe. *Note: If Royal Palace is closed, it will be replaced by Prado Museum or Royal Palace of El Pardo.

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CIBELES FOUNTAIN, MADRID, SPAIN

ALHAMBRA, GRANADA, SPAIN

DAY 6

DAY 8

DAY 10

Breakfast, Dinner

Breakfast, Dinner

Breakfast, Meals on Board

MADRID → GRANADA Make your way to Granada and get to know the most fascinating sights of the city as you embark on a city tour escorted by a local guide. Visit the Alhambra, a UNESCO World Heritage Site where varying transformations come about as the light and water create different decorative effects on the special clay walls. Then, move on to the Generalife and be wowed by the lush greenery and sprinkling fountains in the extensive gardens of the leisure residence that belonged to former Arab kings.

SEVILLE → LISBON

DAY 7

Get your cameras ready as we set off for the captivating coastal city, Lisbon. Home to the world’s greatest explorers such as Vasco de Gama, Magellan and Prince Henry the Navigator, embark on an adventure through Europe’s second-oldest capital to discover some of its famous historical treasures.

Stop by Lisbon’s most iconic monument, the World Heritage Belem Tower, and also not forgetting the Jeronimos Monastery with its exquisite cloisters, the Discoveries Monument built in honour of Henry the Navigator, and the fascinating history of Rossio Square.

Breakfast, Dinner

DAY 9

GRANADA → SEVILLE Head on to Seville and set off on an introductory city tour – take in the sights of the Plaza de Toros, an impressive bullring that took several decades to construct, and the Plaza de Espana, a building complex that is a beautiful work of Spanish Renaissance Revival style in architecture. Also, visit the majestic Seville Cathedral, where the tomb of Christopher Columbus is also located, and enter the Giralda bell tower, one of the three remaining Almohad minarets in the world.

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LISBON → SINGAPORE Enjoy the rest of the day at leisure till it is time to transfer to the airport for your flight home.

DAY 11

ARRIVAL IN SINGAPORE We hope you enjoyed your vacation with EU Holidays and we look forward to seeing you again for your next trip.

LISBON Breakfast

Enjoy a free day of leisure for some shopping or sightseeing at your pleasure in Lisbon, where there is so much to see and do.

Delve into the city’s historical attraction with the sea, or visit some of the numerous ostentatious gold gilded palaces and churches – a testament to the extensive riches of Lisbon in the past. Otherwise, take a step back from all the sightseeing and lose yourself in the pleasures of the art nouveau shops and street cafes in the city.

Note: • The sequence of the itinerary, flight schedules and hotels are subject to change without prior notice in the event of unforeseen circumstances.

• During major events and festivals, accommodation may be re-located to outside of the city or in another city without prior notice.

• Wi-Fi on board service is currently available in Spain only.

Service is strictly subject to confirmation and availability by the coach and service provider and cannot be guaranteed.

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BELEM TOWER, LISBON, PORTUGAL

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SPAIN & PORTUGAL+ ANDORRA Get the best of both worlds as you soak up the winter sun of Spain and Portugal, and embrace the chill and snow in ski paradise, Andorra.

PUENTE NUEVO (NEW BRIDGE) RONDA, SPAIN

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TOUR CODE: EMADW

HIGHLIGHTS

Andorra 1

SPAIN MADRID • Royal Palace of Madrid (Entrance included) • Cibeles Fountain • Santiago Bernabéu Stadium • Puerta del Sol • Plaza Mayor TOLEDO • Toledo Cathedral SEGOVIA • Aqueduct of Segovia • Segovia Cathedral • Alcazar of Segovia SALAMANCA • Plaza Mayor • 12th Century Old and New Cathedral • University of Salamanca • House of Shells SEVILLE • Seville Cathedral (Entrance included) • Giralda Bell Tower (Entrance included) • The Tomb of Christopher Columbus • Plaza de Toros • Plaza de España RONDA • Puente Nuevo (New Bridge) • El Tajo Canyon • Plaza de Toros de Ronda (Entrance included) CÓRDOBA • Mezquita Mosque (Entrance included) • Historic centre of Cordoba

GRANADA • Alhambra (Entrance included) • Generalife garden (Entrance included) VALENCIA • Valencia Cathedral • Serrano or Cuarte Towers BARCELONA • Casa Batlló and Casa Milà • La Sagrada Familia (Entrance included) • Columbus Monument • Montjuïc Hill • Las Ramblas

Segovia Salamanca

PORTUGAL

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Barcelona

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Ávila Fatima Lisbon

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Madrid

Peniscola

Toledo 2

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Valaencia

Cordoba Seville 1

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Ronda 1

SPAIN

Guadix

Granada

Costa Del Sol

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PORTUGAL FATIMA • Religious Sanctuary of Fatima • Chapel of Apparitions • Berlin Wall LISBON • Rossio Square • The Alfama • Castle of São Jorge • Cristo Rei • Port of Lisbon • Belem Tower • Jeronimos Monastery • Discoveries Monument

DAY 1

ANDORRA

Meals on Board

ANDORRA CITY • Husky safari • Snowmobile safari

4★ HOTELS MADRID Holiday Inn SALAMANCA Vinicci Ciudad LISBON Novotel SEVILLE Hilton Garden Inn COSTA DEL SOL Melia GRANADA Abades Nevada Palace VALENCIA AC by Marriott Valencia BARCELONA Fira Congress ANDORRA Holiday Inn *Note: Hotels subject to final confirmation. Should there be changes, customers will be offered similar accommodations as stated in this list.

DELICACIES

SPECIAL

Meal Plan

• Free WiFi on board • Bullring entrance • Snowmobile ride • Husky dog sledge

11 Breakfasts, 2 Lunches, 6 Dinners

Specialities • Spanish Tapas • Segovia’s Famous Roast Suckling Pig • Valencian Traditional Seafood Paella • Portuguese Piri-Piri Chicken

SINGAPORE → MADRID

you are craving to shop, you may wish to make an optional visit to El Corte Inglés, the largest department store group in Europe.

Assemble at Changi airport and depart for Madrid, the central capital of Spain.

*Note: If Royal Palace is closed, it will be replaced by a visit to Prado Museum.

DAY 2

DAY 3

MADRID → TOLEDO → MADRID

Lunch

Kick off the day with an exciting tour of Toledo, the city of three cultures – Arabic, Christian and Jewish – and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Wander through the narrow maze of streets to arrive at the Toledo Cathedral, a sacred site that houses important masterpieces such as a stunning baroque high altar and two El Greco paintings. Then, proceed to Madrid for a guided city tour which includes the Royal Palace* and its lavish gold and scarlet throne room as well as the Cibeles Fountain, one of Madrid’s most prominent symbols. Stop

by Gran Via, Santiago Bernabéu Stadium – home to the Real Madrid football club – Puerta del Sol and Plaza Mayor for a fleeting glimpse into the heart of Madrid culture. If

MADRID → SEGOVIA → ÁVILA → SALAMANCA

Breakfast, Lunch – Segovia’s Roast Suckling Pig

Head northwest to Segovia for an orientation tour of the historic city and visit the 2000-year-old Aqueduct of Segovia, one of the best-preserved ancient Roman monuments on the Iberian Peninsula. Whip out your camera for the magnificent Segovia Cathedral and the Alcázar of Segovia, before settling down for a sumptuous meal of Segovia’s famous roast suckling pig for lunch. Go for a leisure drive past the old Spanish town of Ávila to Salamanca. Enjoy an idle walk through the university town for a close-up view of the Baroque architecture in Salamanca’s Plaza Mayor, the Old and New Cathedral, the University of Salamanca and the House of Shells.

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MOSQUE-CATHEDRAL OF CÓRDOBA, SPAIN

DAY 6

Breakfast, Dinner – Portuguese Piri-Piri Chicken

Breakfast, Dinner

SALAMANCA → FATIMA → LISBON

Cross over to Portugal and embark on a guided stroll through Fátima to one of the most important Catholic shrines in the world, the Sanctuary of Fátima. Here, be greeted with the sight of the Berlin Wall, followed by the Chapel of Apparitions at the heart of the sanctuary where four million pilgrims converge yearly. A scenic drive through the magnificent Serra d’Aire Mountains brings you to Lisbon, the capital city of Portugal.

DAY 5

LISBON Breakfast

Adventure through Europe’s second-oldest capital and home to the world’s greatest explorers such as Vasco de Gama, Magellan and Prince Henry the Navigator, to discover some of its historical treasures. Stop by Lisbon’s most iconic monument, the World Heritage Belem Tower, the Jeronimos Monastery with its exquisite cloisters, and the Discoveries Monument built in honour of Henry the Navigator. Enjoy the lively atmosphere of Rossio Square, the medieval alleyways of the Alfama quarter, the impressive view of the Castle of São Jorge, the outstanding Cristo Rei, and the scene of swaying cruise boats docked at the Port of Lisbon. If time permits, you may wish to indulge in an optional treat at the famous egg tart confectionary, Pasteis de Belem, or join an optional tour to the towns of Sintra, Cascais, Estoril and Cabo Da Roca.

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LISBON → SEVILLE Enjoy a smooth drive back to Spain as we continue our journey to the capital of Spain’s Andalusia region, Seville. Set off on a city tour and take in the sights of the Plaza de Toros, an impressive bullring that took several decades to construct, and the Plaza de España, a building complex that is a beautiful work of Spanish Renaissance Revival style in architecture. Visit the majestic Seville Cathedral, where Christopher Columbus was buried, and enter the Giralda bell tower, one of the three remaining Almohad minarets in the world.

DAY 8

COSTA DEL SOL → CÓRDOBA → GRANADA Breakfast, Dinner – Spanish Tapas

Leave the Mediterranean coast for Córdoba, an important Roman city and an Islamic cultural centre during the Middle Ages.

Meander around the squares and alley streets in the Historic Centre of Córdoba and proceed to enter the grand MosqueCathedral of Córdoba also known as the Mezquita Mosque, an important testament to the presence of Islam in the West and a impressive artistic achievement of its time for its sheer size and height of its ceilings. Then, depart for Granada for a night.

DAY 7

DAY 9

Breakfast, Dinner

Breakfast, Dinner – Valencian Seafood Paella

SEVILLE → RONDA → COSTA DEL SOL Travel to Ronda, an ancient city located about 750-meters above sea level, and make a beeline for the Puento Nuevo bridge to enjoy a thrilling view of the 100-metre deep El Tajo canyon and a breath-taking panorama over the Serranía de Ronda mountains. Pay a visit to the Plaza de Toros de Ronda, one of the oldest bullrings in Spain and learn about the bullfighting sport at the in-house museum. As night falls, head down to Costa del Sol to spend the night at a seaside resort. If time permits, you may wish to take part in an optional excursion to the city of Gibraltar.

GRANADA → GUADIX → VALENCIA

Make your way to Granada and gander at the most fascinating sights of the city as you embark on a tour escorted by a local guide.

Visit the Alhambra palace, a UNESCO World Heritage Site where varying transformations come about as the light and water create different decorative effects on the special clay walls. Then, move on to the Generalife and be wowed by the lush greenery and sprinkling fountains in the extensive gardens of the leisure residence that belonged to former Arab kings. As the sun sets, drive past the troglodyte town of Guadix to reach Valencia, where you will be treated to a traditional Valencian seafood paella dinner.

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DAY 10

VALENCIA → PENISCOLA → BARCELONA Breakfast, Dinner

Embark on a sightseeing tour of Valencia where you can admire the unique Gothic exterior of Valencia Cathedral, and stop for some photos at the imposing Towers of Serrano or Cuarte that were designed as defensive structures along the old city walls.

Then ride along the Mediterranean coast, past Peniscola, to arrive in Barcelona for the night.

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BARCELONA Breakfast

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Experience Barcelona in its full splendour through a tour to view the lauded art nouveau style buildings such as Casa Batlló and Casa Milà along the elegant Passeig de Gràcia avenue and enter the statuesque La Sagrada Familia church for its the stunning interior. Marvel at the towering Columbus Monument and the impressive Monumental Bullring before heading up to Montjuïc Hill for a spectacular vista of

the city and its harbour. Then, make your way to Las Ramblas, a tree-lined pedestrian mall that stretches for 1.2km along the street in central Barcelona. You may also wish to pay an optional visit to the Monastery of Montserrat located on the Montserrat Mountain in Catalonia.

DAY 13

DAY 12

We hope you enjoyed your vacation with EU Holidays and we look forward to seeing you again for your next trip.

BARCELONA → ANDORRA Breakfast

Adventure in Andorra, a landlocked microstate in the Pyrenees Mountain renowned for skiing and shopping. Set off on a heart-pounding race through the forests of the winter resort as you navigate your own snowmobile on the Snowmobile Safari.

Excitement awaits as you embark on an extraordinary adventure on the snow-capped mountains and forests while driving a sledge pulled by gorgeous husky dogs.

PLAZA DE TOROS DE RONDA, SPAIN

ANDORRA → BARCELONA → SINGAPORE Breakfast, Meals on Board

Enjoy the rest of the day at leisure till it is time to transfer to the airport for your flight home.

DAY 14

ARRIVAL IN SINGAPORE

Note: • The sequence of the itinerary, flight schedules and hotels are subject to change without prior notice in the event of unforeseen circumstances.

• Snow activities subject to weather conditions.

• During major events and festivals, accommodation may be re-located to outside of the city or in another city without prior notice.

• Upgrades of hotels are subject to hotel room availability.

• Wi-Fi on board service is currently available in Spain only.

Service is strictly subject to confirmation and availability by the coach and service provider and cannot be guaranteed.

RIDING SNOWMOBILES IN ANDORRA

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FEATURE

ANDORRA If you think Andorra is nothing but skiing and shopping, think again.

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andwiched between Spain and France is this tiny principality of Andorra, a landlocked, independent state located in the Pyrenees in Southern Europe. Much of the country is rough and mountainous, surrounded by lofty peaks and valleys. Due to its high elevation, Andorra has severe winters with abundant snow, and with the sun shining all year round, it makes the perfect haven for ski enthusiasts. Despite its size – the 16th smallest country in the world by land and 11th smallest by population – Andorra has plenty to offer besides the snow and mountains: authentic mountain cuisine, an endless list of entertainment and leisure activities to choose from, tax-free shopping and the exciting nightlife.

Skiing is the core of Andorra, where there are two large skiing domains – Grandvalira and Vallnord – that comprises 303km of runs where a total of 109 ski lifts carry over 156,000 skiers per hour. Grandvalira, the larger of the two, has the biggest ski domain in the Pyrenees and offers seven different sectors for customers to pick from, each sector fully equipped with ski and snowboard schools, restaurants and nurseries to provide you with all that you need on your skiing expedition. Don’t worry if you’re completely new to skiing, there are professional instructors to guide you along as well as classes for all skill levels that you can enrol for. For families with young children, there are special courses

PHOTOS: 123RF/SERGEY NOVIKOV, IAKOV FILIMONOV

ANDORRA LA VELLA

SKI LIFTS ON THE PYRENEES MOUNTAINS

tailored for kids aged 3 to 12, and nurseries where your toddlers can indulge in fun-filled activities and entertainment. Don’t have a taste for skiing? Fear not as the resort has a host of other adventure activities such as mushing – a sledge drawn by a team of dogs – snowmobile and buggy rides, parachute jumping and even helicopter flights, all guaranteed to make your winter adventure a fun and memorable one.

Andorra is also known as a shopping paradise, where you may find luxury fashion brands at attractive, tax-free prices. With more than 1,500 shops and boutiques packed within the compact area of Andorra, you are sure to find all that you’re looking for, whether it may be luxury fashion brands, jewellery, electronic equipment or even sportswear and equipment. With shops staying open seven days a week and closed only for four national holidays, Andorra is a shopping paradise not to be missed.

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SPAIN & PORTUGAL + MOROCCO Set off on a journey of discovery and get to know the stories behind cities moulded by diverse people of various religions, each leaving their mark to form the distinctive character that we see today.

HASSAN II MOSQUE, CASABLANCA, MOROCCO

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PHOTO: 123RF/MEGASTOCKER

TOUR CODE: ESPMA

HIGHLIGHTS BARCELONA • Casa Batlló and Casa Milà • La Sagrada Familia • Columbus Monument • Montjuïc Hill • Las Ramblas MADRID • Royal Palace of Madrid (Entrance included) • Cibeles Fountain • Santiago Bernabéu Stadium • Puerta del Sol • Plaza Mayor TOLEDO • Toledo Cathedral SEGOVIA • Aqueduct of Segovia • Segovia Cathedral • Alcazar of Segovia SALAMANCA • Plaza Mayor • 12th Century Old and New Cathedral • University of Salamanca • House of Shells SEVILLE • Seville Cathedral (Entrance included) • Giralda Bell Tower (Entrance included) • The Tomb of Christopher Columbus • Plaza de Toros • Plaza de España

Zaragoza

Segovia

SPAIN

Salamanca

PORTUGAL

GRANADA • Alhambra (Entrance included) • Generalife garden (Entrance included)

1

Barcelona

1

Ávila Fatima Lisbon

PORTUGAL

2

Madrid

Toledo 2

Costa Del Sol

SPAIN

FATIMA • Religious Sanctuary of Fatima • Chapel of Apparitions • Berlin Wall LISBON • Rossio Square • The Alfama • Castle of São Jorge • Cristo Rei • Port of Lisbon • Belem Tower • Jeronimos Monastery • Discoveries Monument

DELICACIES

Specialities

MOROCCO

Meal Plan

TANGIER • Caves of Hercules • Grand Socco RABAT • Oudayas Kasbah • Mausoleum of Mohamed V CASABLANCA • Hassan II Mosque • Ain Diab corniche

12 Breakfasts, 4 Lunches, 7 Dinners

• Spanish Tapas • Segovia’s Famous Roast Suckling Pig • Portugal’s Piri-Piri Chicken

4★ HOTELS BARCELONA Fira Congress MADRID Holiday Inn Alcala SALAMANCA Vinicci Ciudad de Salamanca LISBON Açores Lisboa SEVILLE Hilton Garden Inn GRANADA Abades Nevada Palace COSTA DEL SOL Melia Costa del Sol TANGIER El Oumnia Puerto FEZ Hotel Sofia CASABLANCA Atlas Almohades *Note: Hotels subject to final confirmation. Should there be changes, customers will be offered similar accommodations as stated in this list.

Seville 1

1

Ronda

Granada

Flight path Traverse by coach Featured destinations Overnight stays 1 2

1

Tangier 1

1 Fez

Rabat 1 Casablanca

DAY 1

SINGAPORE → BARCELONA Meals on Board

Assemble at Changi airport and take-off to the cosmopolitan city of Spain, Barcelona.

MOROCCO

of Zaragoza, reputed to be the first church in history that is dedicated to the Blessed Virgin Mary. You may also wish to pay an optional visit to the Monastery of Montserrat located in Catalonia. Thereafter, proceed to Madrid to retire for the night.

DAY 2

BARCELONA Meals on Board, Dinner

Experience Barcelona in its full splendour through a tour of its city, where you can view the lauded art nouveau style buildings such as Casa Batlló and Casa Milà along the elegant Passeig de Gràcia avenue and the statuesque appearance of the La Sagrada Familia*. Marvel at the towering Columbus Monument and the impressive Monumental Bullring before heading up to Montjuïc Hill for a spectacular vista of the city and its harbour. Then, make your way to the 1.2km long pedestrian mall, Las Ramblas in central Barcelona. You may also wish to pay an optional visit to the Monastery of Montserrat located in Catalonia.

DAY 4

MADRID → TOLEDO → MADRID Breakfast, Lunch

DAY 3

Kick off the day with an exciting tour of Toledo, also known as the city of three cultures – Arabic, Christian and Jewish.

Wander through the narrow maze of streets to arrive at the Toledo Cathedral, a sacred site that houses important masterpieces.

Return to Madrid for a guided city tour to the Royal Palace* with its lavish gold and scarlet throne room as well as the Cibeles Fountain, which is one of Madrid’s most prominent symbols. Stop by Gran Via, Santiago Bernabéu Stadium – home to the Real Madrid football club, Puerta del Sol and Plaza Mayor for a glimpse into the heart of Madrid culture. If you are craving to shop, you may wish to make an optional visit to El Corte Inglés, the largest department store group in Europe.

Breakfast

*Note: If Royal Palace is closed, it will be replaced by Prado Museum or Royal Palace of El Pardo.

*Note: If La Sagrada Familia is closed, it will be replaced by Park Güell.

BARCELONA → ZARAGOZA → MADRID Revel in the majestic architecture of the Basilica of Our Lady of The Pillar in the city

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COSTA DEL SOL → GRANADA Breakfast, Dinner – Spanish Tapas

Make your way to Granada and gander at the most fascinating sights of the city on a tour led by a local guide. Visit the Alhambra palace, a UNESCO World Heritage Site where light and water create varying decorative effects on the special clay walls. Then, visit the lush greenery and sprinkling fountains of the extensive gardens of Generalife that once belonged to former Arab kings.

DAY 11

GRANADA → TANGIER Breakfast, Dinner

SALAMANCA CATHEDRAL, SALAMANCA, SPAIN

MADRID → SEGOVIA → ÁVILA → SALAMANCA Breakfast, Lunch – Roast Suckling Pig

Head northwest to Segovia for an tour of the historic city and visit the 2000-year-old Aqueduct of Segovia, one of the bestpreserved ancient Roman monuments in the Iberian Peninsula. Snap shots of the magnificent Segovia Cathedral and Alcázar of Segovia, before settling down for a sumptuous lunch of Segovia’s famous roast suckling pig. Drive past the old medieval Spanish town of Ávila to Salamanca, and enjoy an idle walk through the university town for a view of the Baroque architecture in Salamanca’s Plaza Mayor, the Old and New Cathedral, the University of Salamanca and the House of Shells.

DAY 6

SALAMANCA → FATIMA → LISBON

Breakfast, Dinner – Portuguese Piri-Piri Chicken

Cross over to Portugal and embark on a guided stroll through Fátima to one of the most important Catholic shrines in the world, the Sanctuary of Fátima. Here, you will see a segment of the Berlin Wall its the entrance and the Chapel of Apparitions. A scenic drive through the magnificent Serra d’Aire Mountains brings you to Lisbon, the capital city of Portugal.

DAY 7

LISBON Breakfast

Lisbon is home to the world’s greatest explorers and famous historical treasures, such as the World Heritage Belem Tower, the Jeronimos Monastery with its exquisite cloisters, and the Discoveries Monument

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built in honour of Henry the Navigator. Enjoy the lively atmosphere of Rossio Square, Alfama quarter, Castle of São Jorge, Cristo Rei, and the scene of swaying cruise boats docked at the Port of Lisbon. You may wish to indulge in treats at the renowned egg tart confectionary, Pastéis de Belém. Feel free to join an optional tour to the towns of Sintra, Cascais, Estoril, and Cabo Da Roca.

DAY 8

LISBON → SEVILLE

DAY 12

TANGIER → FEZ

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Journey to Morocco’s cultural and spiritual centre, Fez. Learn about the city through an exploration of the medersas, caravanserais, palaces, mosques, residences and fountains in the medina dating back to the 13th century.

Breakfast, Dinner

Take a ride back to Spain as we continue our journey to the capital the Andalusia region, Seville for a city tour. Take in the sights of the impressive Plaza de Toros and the beautiful Plaza de España, a complex of Spanish Renaissance Revival style architecture.

Visit the majestic Seville Cathedral where Christopher Columbus was entombed, and enter the Giralda bell tower, one of three remaining Almohad minarets in the world.

DAY 9

SEVILLE → RONDA → COSTA DEL SOL Breakfast

Travel to ancient Ronda located 750-metres above sea level, and make a beeline for the Puento Nuevo bridge for a thrilling view of the 100-metre deep El Tajo gorge and a breath-taking panorama over the Serranía de Ronda mountains. Visit to the Plaza de Toros de Ronda, one of the oldest bullrings in Spain and learn about bullfighting as a sport at its museum. As night falls, head to Costa del Sol to spend the night at a seaside resort. You may wish to take an optional excursion to the city of Gibraltar.

DAY 13

FEZ → RABAT → CASABLANCA Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Travel to the capital of Morocco, Rabat for a tour of the city. Pay a visit to the Oudayas Kasbah, a massive ancient fortress quarter built in the 12th century and its beautiful white and blue interior of Mediterranean flavour. Stop by the Mausoleum of Mohamed V and delight in the artistic design of the mosque, complete with detailed motifs and dazzling chandeliers. Later, proceed on to Casablanca for the Hassan II Mosque, the largest mosque in Morocco and Africa with the world’s tallest minaret; and stroll along the Ain Diab corniche.

DAY 14

CASABLANCA → SINGAPORE

Breakfast, Meals on Board

Enjoy the rest of the day at leisure till it is time to transfer to the airport for your flight home.

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ARRIVAL IN SINGAPORE We hope you enjoyed your vacation with EU Holidays and we look forward to seeing you again for your next trip.

PHOTO: 123RF/IAKOV FILIMONOV

DAY 5

Head across the straits to Tangier in Morocco by ferry. The city tour takes you to the mythical Caves of Hercules of Greek lore; and the Grand Socco, a dynamic mixture of contrasting lifestyles, colours and architecture where old and new meet.

MOROCCO

FEATURE

Delve into the labyrinth of Moroccan traditions and culture as you traverse through the bygone medinas of this northern African nation

BLUE MEDINA, CHEFCHAOUEN

PHOTOS: 123RF/RUANGRAT JUTAPONGTHAM, SABINO PARENTE, KASTO

HASSAN II MOSQUE, CASABLANCA

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t first glance, Morocco seems to be a world away from Europe, though in reality, it is merely an hour’s ride on the ferry from Spain. Located in Northern Africa, the Moroccan kingdom is a melting of diverse traditions and cultures, with traditional Islam as the main stronghold – a wholly unfamiliar territory for most visitors.

Despite years under French and Spanish colonial rule, Morocco has persisted in retaining its own roots and culture as seen in the beautiful ancient medinas, whereas more modern cosmopolitan cities like Rabat and Casablanca comprise of a fascinating blend of the exotic and the familiar.

Rabat The product of a fertile exchange between the Arabo-Muslim past and Western modernism, this inscribed city encompasses the ‘new town’ conceived and built by the French Protectorate from 1912 to the 1930s

MOROCCAN POTTERY PLATES

as well as older parts of the city that dates back to 12th century. Among its ancient architectural treasures, the Oudayas Kasbah is a place not to be missed, an ancient walled area where the red ochre fortified walls stand in stark contrast with the inner walls and houses furnished in Mediterranean white and blue trim.

Casablanca The largest city and port in Morocco, Casablanca is considered the economic capital of Morocco and right at the heart of Moroccan business. Despite it being the most European out of all Moroccan cities, it is home to one of the largest and most beautiful mosques in the world, the Hassan II Mosque. Revel in the intricate Moorish architectural style similar to the Alhambra or the Mezquita in Spain, and don’t miss the chance to view the tallest minaret in the world where lasers shine a beam from the

top of the minaret at night to point the way towards Mecca.

The Ancient Medina of Fez A visit to Morocco is never complete without an experience of its ancient city centres, replete with old buildings, structures and traditions that stretch back centuries, transporting you back in time to the past. The medina of Fez stands out particularly, as the imperial city that is one of the best-preserved old cities in the Arab world. The former capital of Morocco was founded in the 9th century, and contains numerous monumental structures – madrasas, fondouks, palaces, residences, mosques and fountains – that date from this period. Lose yourself in the narrow medieval lanes of history or delve right in and absorb the colourful noise and confusion of one of their bustling souks.

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SCENIC EASTERN EUROPE Unearth the vivid landscapes of cities steeped in history on this fascinating tour of eastern Europe.

ČESKÝ KRUMLOV, CZECH REPUBLIC

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PHOTO: 123RF/NICKOLAY ADAMIUK

TOUR CODE: EEBUDW

HIGHLIGHTS HUNGARY

CZECH REPUBLIC

BUDAPEST • Heroes’ Square • Matthias Church • Fisherman’s Bastion • Gellért Hill • Vaci Utca

ČESKÝ KRUMLOV • Český Krumlov Castle • Old Town KARLOVY VARY • Spa town PRAGUE • Prague Castle • St. Vitus Cathedral • Old Royal Palace • Wenceslas Square • Astronomical Clock • Charles Bridge

SLOVAKIA BRATISLAVA • Old Town • Bratislava Castle • Grassalkovich Palace • Primate’s Palace

CZECH REPUBLIC

Karlovy Vary 2

SLOVAKIA

Prague

1

Pilsen

Český Krumlov 1

Vienna

1 Bratislava 2 Budapest

AUSTRIA VIENNA • Schönbrunn Palace • St. Stephen’s Cathedral • Ringstrasse • Hofburg Imperial Palace • State Opera House

AUSTRIA

HUNGARY Flight path Traverse by coach Featured destinations Overnight stays 1 2

DELICACIES Meal Plan

DAY 1

DAY 3

Meals on Board

Breakfast

4★ HOTELS

Assemble at Changi airport and take-off to the capital city of Hungary, Budapest.

BUDAPEST Novotel Budapest City BRATISLAVA Austria Trend Hotel VIENNA Pentahotel PILSEN Courtyard by Marriot PRAGUE Pentahotel

DAY 2

Enjoy a free day of leisure for some shopping or sightseeing at your pleasure in Budapest.

You may wish to embark on an optional Danube river cruise that covers the most fascinating sights in Budapest, or visit one of the many thermal baths in Budapest known for their medicinal and healing properties.

7 Breakfasts, 6 Dinners

*Note: Hotels subject to final confirmation. Should there be changes, customers will be offered similar accommodations as stated in this list.

SINGAPORE → BUDAPEST

BUDAPEST Dinner

Get to know the true culture of Budapest, also known as the ‘City of Baths’ through a guided city tour that will help you pack as much as possible into your exploration of the city. The first stop of the tour is the renowned Matthias Church, one of the oldest buildings in Budapest with over 700 years of history and frescoes done by famous Hungarian painters. Head up to Gellért Hill next for some of the best panoramic views of the entire city. Continue on to Fisherman’s Bastion for a view of the beautiful turrets, see the impressive Heroes’ Square and the Millennium Monument located in its middle, and the get some shopping done in the bustling indoor market, Central Market Hall.

BUDAPEST

DAY 4

BUDAPEST → BRATISLAVA

Breakfast, Dinner – Western Fare

Journey to Bratislava, the political, economic and cultural centre of Slovakia, and along the way, you may wish to make an optional pit stop at the Designer Outlet Pandorf near Vienna for a spot of shopping.

Set off on a sightseeing tour of the city’s main attractions – visit the Old Town for a view of some of the oldest historical buildings, the unique Bratislava Castle that resembles an upturned table atop a hill, the Grassalkovich Palace which is the current seat of the President of Slovakia, and the most beautiful building in Bratislava, the renowned Primate’s Palace.

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HEROES’ SQUARE, BUDAPEST, HUNGARY

DAY 5

BRATISLAVA → VIENNA Breakfast, Dinner

Embark on an unforgettable getaway to the romantic capital of Austria, Vienna.

Step foot in the renowned Schönbrunn Palace and revel in the stunning interior of the massive 1,441-room baroque complex – think white porcelain tile stoves, exquisite bohemian crystal chandeliers and whitelacquered ceilings and walls covered in gold leaf ornamentation. Then, continue on the guided tour to the glorious Ringstrasse with its wealth of parks and monuments, the State Opera house, the majestic Reichsrat Parliament Building and Rathaus (city hall), and the Hofburg Imperial Palace. Last but not least, end the day with a visit to one of the most important Gothic structures in Austria – St. Stephen’s Cathedral.

DAY 6

VIENNA → ČESKÝ KRUMLOV → PILSEN

RATHAUS (CITY HALL), VIENNA, AUSTRIA

DAY 7

church St. George’s Basilica and the Old Royal Palace. Cross the iconic Charles Bridge and proceed into the Old Town for a glimpse of the Astronomical Clock, one of the greatest treasures of the city. Then head towards the last stop of the day – Wenceslas Square, the vibrant social and commercial centre of Prague.

Breakfast, Dinner

DAY 9

area packed with 300 protected medieval buildings, and where the Český Krumlov Castle, second largest castle in the Czech Republic and the town’s crowning glory, is located. Following that, transfer to Pilsen for your overnight stay.

PILSEN → KARLOVY VARY → PRAGUE Start the day with a walking tour of Pilsen; visit the Old Town and the world-famous Pilsner Urquell Brewery where you can savour a taste of one of the most popular styles of lager beer. Then, head to spa town Karlovy Vary and stop by their Old Town and the spa houses and hotels famous for their therapeutic thermal spa treatments. Do not leave without getting some of Karlovy Vary’s traditional souvenirs, such as the Karlsbad wafers or trinkets from the Moser glass factory. Continue on to Prague, the capital of Czech Republic for the night.

PRAGUE → SINGAPORE Breakfast, Meals on Board

Enjoy the rest of the day at leisure till it is time to transfer to the airport for your flight home.

DAY 10

ARRIVAL IN SINGAPORE We hope you enjoyed your vacation with EU Holidays and we look forward to seeing you again for your next trip.

Breakfast, Dinner

Cross over to Czech Republic and make your way to one of the country’s finest medieval sites, Český Krumlov. A small town with history dating back to the Middle Ages, the relatively undisturbed historic architectural layout and buildings of Český Krumlov has earned it a place on the UNESCO World Heritage List. Go on a guided walkthrough of its Old Town, an

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DAY 8

PRAGUE Breakfast, Dinner

Begin with a half-day walking tour of the city nicknamed the ‘City of a Hundred Spires’.

Get an up-close look at the famous Prague Castle and the symbolic structures housed within it – the state’s spiritual symbol St. Vitus Cathedral, the best preserved Romanesque

Note: • The sequence of the itinerary, flight schedules and hotels are subject to change without prior notice in the event of unforeseen circumstances.

PHOTOS: 123RF/WILLIAM PERUGINI, ALIAKSEI SKREIDZELEU, TANJAKRSTEVSKA

PRAGUE, CZECH REPUBLIC

FEATURE

PRAGUE

The City of a Hundred Spires awaits with its wealth of architectural and historical treasures

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rague, the capital and largest city of the Czech Republic, is famous for its towers, winding streets and diverse buildings and architecture, earning it the nickname ‘the City of a Hundred Spires’. The beauty and history of this city is unrivalled; the magnificent buildings of all kinds of architectural styles, picturesque bridges and footbridges over the river Vltava and historic gardens and parks dating all the way back to the Middle Ages – these are just some of the unique charms of Prague that has earned it a place in the UNESCO World Heritage Site List. If you’re feeling slightly overwhelmed and don’t know where to start, make sure you check out these three attractions that made it to our must-visit list.

PHOTOS: 123RF/SERGII FIGURNYI, MARTIN33

Prague Castle You can’t get away without spending at least a few hours exploring the Prague Castle, an important symbol of Czech Republic for more than a thousand years and the seat of past Czech rulers and later presidents. A massive complex that comprises of palaces, chapels, museums, galleries and gardens, including treasures like the Old Royal Palace and St. Vitus Cathedral, the castle is a festival of architectural styles ranging from 10th century Romanesque style to Gothic modifications in the 14th century as well as ongoing modern additions and makeovers.

Don’t miss the St. Vitus Cathedral, a Gothic masterpiece with alluring Art Nouveau stained glass windows and historical scenes done in relief on the bronze door.

Charles Bridge An inspiration for artists and poets alike, the oldest bridge in Prague has a silhouette that is majestic by day and romantic at night. Built in 1402 with fortified towers (Lesser Town Bridge Towers, Old Town Bridge Tower) at each end of the bridge that are major attractions in their own right, a stroll along the cobblestoned path lined with Baroque statues would leave you breathless with wonder We highly recommend an evening visit when the bridge is swathed in dusky purple light and a mystical atmosphere, or see the

PRAGUE IN WINTER

bridge’s transformation at night when it is illuminated with light, with the impressive shadow of Prague Castle looming high in the background.

Astronomical Clock on Old Town Square Visit one of the world’s most fascinating clock tower, one of the greatest treasures of Prague for 600 years that was once considered one of the wonders of the world. The medieval Old Town Astronomical Clock is the only clock in the world that shows four different times, and is the last one to track Central European, Babylonian and Sidereal time. Make a point to camp in front of the clock tower before the clock strikes twelve every hour, prepare for an animated performance as the sides of the clock come alive – you’ll see a skeleton ringing a bell, a Turk shaking his head, a miser with a purse full of money, and Vanity looking in a mirror and a rooster crowing, before the sounding of the huge bell at the top of the tower to mark the end of the brief performance.

ASTRONOMICAL CLOCK TOWER

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HIGHLIGHTS OF EASTERN EUROPE Rediscover the Europe’s richest cultures on a voyage through the beautifully antiquated cities of the east.

NEUSCHWANSTEIN CASTLE, BAVARIA, GERMANY

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PHOTO: 123RF/ANDREAS ZERNDL

TOUR CODE: EEMUCW

HIGHLIGHTS CZECH REPUBLIC

HUNGARY

PRAGUE • Prague Castle • St. Vitus Cathedral • Old Royal Palace • Wenceslas Square • Astronomical Clock • Charles Bridge

BUDAPEST • Heroes’ Square • Matthias Church • Fisherman’s Bastion • Gellért Hill • Vaci Utca

GERMANY FUSSEN • Neuschwanstein Castle DRESDEN • The Church of Our Lady (Frauenkirche) • Semper Opera House • Zwinger Palace • Saxon Wall BERLIN • Berlin Wall • Unter Den Linden • Reichstag • Brandenburg Gate • Checkpoint Charlie

Berlin 1

AUSTRIA

POLAND KRAKÓW • Auschwitz Concentration Camp • Wawel Royal Castle • Old Town Square • St. Mary’s Basilica • Cloth Hall • Wieliczka Salt Mine

Dresden

GERMANY

VIENNA • Schönbrunn Palace • St. Stephen’s Cathedral • Ringstrasse • Hofburg Imperial Palace • State Opera House SALZBURG • “The Sound of Music“ film setting • Mirabell Palace • Old Town

POLAND 1 Wrocław

2

CZECH REPUBLIC Donovaly

1 Munich

Meal Plan 11 Breakfasts, 1 Lunch, 10 Dinners

Specialty Meals • Hungarian Folk Show Dinner • German Pork Knuckle • Wiener Schnitzel Dinner & Sacher Cake

4-5★ HOTELS

1

*Note: Hotels subject to final confirmation. Should there be changes, customers will be offered similar accommodations as stated in this list.

2

Salzburg

Budapest

HUNGARY

Wattens

Flight path Traverse by coach Featured destinations Overnight stays 1 2

AUSTRIA

DAY 1

SINGAPORE → MUNICH Meals on Board

Assemble at Singapore Changi Airport and depart for Munich, the capital of Bavaria.

DAY 2

MUNICH → FUSSEN → WATTENS → SALZBURG Once you arrive, make your way to the town of Fussen to visit Neuschwanstein Castle, one of the most popular of all palaces and castles in Europe. The biggest draw is that Neuschwanstein was built as a place of retreat for the King Ludwig II, transformed into a medieval dream world filled with all of his longing and ideals. Thereafter, drive on to Wattens and stop by the Swarovski Crystal World, a glittering fantasy world housing the world’s biggest crystal, before proceeding to Salzburg for the night.

DAY 3

PRAGUE Sheraton BERLIN Leonardo Royal WROCŁAW Mercure Centrum KRAKOW Radisson Blu BUDAPEST Marriott Budapest VIENNA A.T.H Doppio SALZBURG A.T.H Europa MUNICH Leonardo Hotel & Residence

SLOVAKIA

Vienna

1

Fussen

Dinner

DELICACIES

2 Kraków

Prague

SALZBURG → VIENNA

Breakfast, Dinner – Wiener Schnitzel

Discover the beautiful setting of the famous film “The Sound of Music” in the city of Salzburg. Waltz through the lush gardens of Mirabell Palace, and visit the birthplace of famous classical music prodigy Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart at No. 9 Getreidegasse.

Continue on the walking tour to the Old

Town of Salzburg to admire the ensemble of baroque and medieval buildings, and drop by the magnificent Residence Square with its beautiful fountain. Then, journey on to the ‘city of music’, Vienna, as the sun goes down. We recommend an optional concert or opera show at any of the famous opera houses for your evening’s enjoyment.

DAY 4

VIENNA → BUDAPEST Breakfast, Dinner

Embark on an unforgettable excursion of the romantic capital of Austria, Vienna. Step foot in the renowned Schönbrunn Palace and revel in the stunning interior of the massive 1,441-room baroque complex – think white porcelain tile stoves, exquisite bohemian crystal chandeliers and whitelacquered ceilings and walls covered in gold leaf ornamentation. Then, continue to the glorious Ringstrasse with its wealth of parks and monuments, the State Opera house, the majestic Reichsrat Parliament Building and Rathaus (city hall), and the Hofburg Imperial Palace. Last but not least, end the day with a visit to one of the most important Gothic structures in Austria – St. Stephen’s Cathedral. Afterwards, carry on to Budapest, the capital of Hungary for the night. Along the way, you may wish to visit the Designer Outlet Pandorf for a spot of shopping.

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HUNGARIAN PARLIAMENT AND DANUBE RIVER, BUDAPEST, HUNGARY

BUDAPEST Breakfast, Dinner with Hungarian Folk Show

Get to know the true culture of Budapest, also known as the ‘City of Baths’ through a guided city tour that will help you pack as much as possible into your exploration of the city. The first stop of the tour is the renowned Matthias Church, one of the oldest buildings in Budapest with over 700 years of history and frescoes done by famous Hungarian painters. Next, head up to Gellért Hill next for some of the best panoramic views of the entire city. Continue on to Fisherman’s Bastion for a view of the beautiful turrets, see the impressive Heroes’ Square and the Millennium Monument located in its middle, and stroll along the fashionable shopping street, Váci Utca. As night falls, enjoy a sumptuous dinner while being entertained with a Hungarian folk show. You may also wish to embark on an optional Danube river cruise that covers the most fascinating sights in Budapest.

hundred years, the mine has involved the work of tens of generations of Poland miners. Embark on a magical journey through the saline labyrinth to learn more about the history and traditions of Wieliczka, and get a closer look at the various salt formations and deposits.

DAY 7

KRAKÓW Breakfast, Dinner

Take a side trip out of town to the infamous Auschwitz Concentration Camp for a historical tour. Then, embark on a half day walking tour of Kraków and its captivating medieval structures. Visit the GothicRenaissance Wawel Royal Castle, and venture down to the historic Old Town to explore Europe’s largest market square along with medieval houses, palaces and churches.

Marvel over the spectacular interior of St. Mary’s Basilica and the medieval masterpiece of the Cloth Hall.

DAY 8

DAY 6

BUDAPEST → DONOVALY → KRAKÓW Breakfast, Dinner

Head on a scenic drive to Kraków by crossing over the border into Slovakia to wind through Donovaly and past the Tatra Mountains. Proceed to the renowned Wieliczka Salt Mine, a world class monument of Poland that is among the UNESCO’s World Cultural and Natural Heritage List. With a history of several

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KRAKÓW → WROCŁAW

blast at the vibrant Market Square, which is bursting at the seams with cafes, restaurants, shops and hotels.

DAY 9

WROCŁAW → BERLIN

Breakfast, Dinner – German Pork Knuckle

Make your way to Berlin and start off with a half day city tour to get a feel of its dynamic culture and turbulent past. Start with the beautiful Unter den Linden, an elegant boulevard in the heart of Berlin connecting the Bradenburg Gate to the Schlossbrücke bridge. Visit the Reichstag, the seat of the German Parliament that reflects the tumultuous history of Germany. Next, stop by the famous East – West German border crossing Checkpoint Charlie, which is also the scene of various thrillers and espionage novels. Last but not least comes the main highlight of the tour: the Berlin Wall. Trail along the double row of cobblestones that formed the symbolic boundary separating the democratic East Berlin from communist West Berlin.

Breakfast, Dinner

Journey on to Wrocław, the historical capital of Lower Silesia in Western Poland.

The town’s perch upon the Odra River along with the veritable maze of islands and bridges have thus earned it the nickname ‘Venice of Poland’. Mill about the Old Town of Wrocław, a remarkable area filled with Baroque splendour that was painfully reconstructed after WWII. Next, have a

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DAY 10

BERLIN → DRESDEN → PRAGUE Breakfast, Lunch

Carry on to Prague, but make a pit stop at Dresden along the way for their significant art treasure, architectural sights and alluring landscape. Explore the city on foot for a tour of The Church of Our Lady (Frauenkirche), the Semper Opera House, the Zwinger Palace and the Saxon Wall.

DAY 11

PRAGUE Breakfast, Dinner – Local Czech Fare

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Begin with a half-day walking tour of the city nicknamed the ‘City of a Hundred Spires’.

Get an up-close look at the famous Prague Castle and the symbolic structures housed within it – the state’s spiritual symbol St. Vitus Cathedral, the best preserved Romanesque church St. George’s Basilica and the Old Royal Palace. Cross the iconic Charles Bridge and proceed into the Old Town for a glimpse of the Astronomical Clock, one of the greatest treasures of the city. Then head

towards the last stop of the day – Wenceslas Square, the vibrant social and commercial centre of Prague. You may also wish to make an optional trip to spa town Karlovy Vary to enjoy their renowned therapeutic thermal spa treatments.

DAY 13

MUNICH → SINGAPORE Breakfast, Meals on Board

Enjoy the rest of the day at leisure till it is time to transfer to the airport for your flight home.

DAY 14

DAY 12

ARRIVAL IN SINGAPORE

Breakfast, Dinner

We hope you enjoyed your vacation with EU Holidays and we look forward to seeing you again for your next trip.

PRAGUE → MUNICH After breakfast, transfer to Munich and enjoy the rest of the day at leisure. You may wish to go on an optional excursion to the worldfamous Pilsner Urquell Brewery in Pilsen where you can savour a taste of one of the most popular styles of lager beer.

Note: • The sequence of the itinerary, flight schedules and hotels are subject to change without prior notice in the event of unforeseen circumstances.

• During major events and festivals, accommodation may be re-located to outside of the city or in another city without prior notice.

• Upgrades of hotels are subject to hotel room availability.

KRAKÓW, POLAND

BRANDENBURG GATE, BERLIN, GERMANY

KRAKÓW OLD CITY MARKET SQUARE, POLAND

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GERMANY’S ROMANTIC ROAD Embark on a quintessential holiday route through Germany with your loved ones and be rewarded with the gorgeous sights of the most beautiful landscapes of the history-rich nation.

TOUR CODE: ECCDEA

CHRISTMAS MARKET IN FRANKFURT, GERMANY

HIGHLIGHTS

Meal Plan

GERMANY

6 Breakfasts, 1 Lunch, 4 Dinners

FRANKFURT • Cathedral of St. Bartholomew • St. Paul’s Church • Old Opera House • Römer STUTTGART • Old Castle • Schillerplatz • Staatstheater Stuttgart SCHWANGAU • Neuschwanstein Castle • Hohenschwangau

GERMANY Frankfurt 1

Stuttgart

5

Würzburg

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Nuremberg

NUREMBERG • Nuremberg Castle • Hospital of the Holy Spirit • Nuremberg Hauptmarkt • Schöner Brunnen WÜRZBURG • Würzburg Residence • Court Gardens • Alte Mainbrücke • Fortress Marienberg • St. Mary’s Church

HOTELS FRANKFURT Mercure STUTTGART Holiday Inn *Note: Hotels subject to final confirmation. Should there be changes, customers will be offered similar accommodations as stated in this list.

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PHOTO: 123RF/SBORISOV

DELICACIES

BAVARIA CITY CENTRE, GERMANY

DAY 1

SINGAPORE → FRANKFURT Meals on Board

Assemble at Singapore Changi Airport and take-off to Frankfurt, the business and financial centre of Germany.

make a point to visit the less famous but equally important neighbouring castle, Hohenschwangau, the former Bavarian ruling house. Thereafter, return to your hotel in Stuttgart to rest for the night.

DAY 4

DAY 2

STUTTGART → NUREMBERG → STUTTGART

Lunch – Local Fare

Breakfast, Dinner – Chinese Fare

Set off on your romantic getaway as you depart from Frankfurt to Stuttgart, and enjoy the spread of lush valleys and landscapes along the way. Once you arrive, embark on an orientation tour of this green city, which brings you to visit the Old Castle that dates back to the 10th century, the Baroque-style New Castle, Schillerplatz as well as the opulent Staatstheater Stuttgart.

Journey to Nuremberg, known as the ‘unofficial capital’ of the Holy Roman Empire due to its historical and geographical importance. Embark on a tour of the medieval city and take in the sights of Nuremberg Castle, the Hospital of the Holy Spirit, Nuremberg Hauptmarkt and its famous fountain, the Schöner Brunnen.

FRANKFURT → STUTTGART

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STUTTGART → SCHWANGAU → STUTTGART

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Breakfast, Dinner – Local Fare

Take a side trip out of Stuttgart and make your way to Schwangau for an up-close view of the famous castle known as the icon of romance and fairytales – the Neuschwanstein Castle. The inspiration for the castle featured in Disney’s classic fairytale “The Sleeping Beauty”, this picturesque clifftop castle was built for King Ludwig II between 1869 and 1886 and was meant to “embody the true spirit of the medieval German castle”. We recommend walking up to the Marienbrücke – the suspension footbridge behind the castle, the perfect spot for beautiful pictures of the castle with Schwangau in the background. Next,

STUTTGART → WÜRZBURG → STUTTGART Breakfast, Dinner – Local Fare

Travel to Würzburg, a city situated in the northern tip of Bavaria. Located at the Main River, Würzburg is set in a beautiful hilly location and lies smack in the middle of one of Germany’s largest wine-producing regions. In addition to excellent white wine and restaurants, Würzburg also offers visitors a wide array of historic art and architecture spanning the Romanesque, Gothic, Renaissance, and Baroque and Rococo periods. Visit popular attractions such as the UNESCO World Heritage Site Würzburg Residence and its gorgeous Court Gardens, Alte Mainbrücke, Fortress Marienberg as well as St. Mary’s Church.

DAY 6

STUTTGART Breakfast

Enjoy a free day of leisure for you to do some shopping or make up your own sightseeing itinerary. If you’re at a loss what to do, why not take an optional trip to nearby cities like Vaduz in Liechtenstein or Lucerne in Switzerland where excitement await.

DAY 7

STUTTGART → FRANKFURT Breakfast, Dinner – Chinese Fare

Make your way back to Frankfurt for a tour of the city. Be amazed by the beautiful Renaissance frescoes of the Gothic-style Cathedral of St. Bartholomew, and proceed to visit Germany’s important political symbol – St. Paul’s Church. Next, view the Renaissance exterior of the Old Opera House, and admire the gabled façade of Frankfurt’s city hall building – the Römer, especially its renowned balcony from which many famous people have waved to a cheering crowd below.

DAY 8

FRANKFURT → SINGAPORE Breakfast, Meals on Board

Enjoy the day free at leisure till it is time to transfer to the airport for your flight home.

DAY 9

SINGAPORE We hope you enjoyed your vacation with EU Holidays and we look forward to seeing you again for your next trip.

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BAVARIA IN GERMANY & AUSTRIA With scenery straight out of a storybook, Bavaria’s idyllic landscapes and historic beauty will leave you gaping in wonder.

TOUR CODE: ECDEAA

WÜRZBURG RESIDENCE, HEIDELBERG, GERMANY

4★ HOTELS

Meal Plan

STUTTGART Mercure FUSSEN Sonne INNSBRUCK Best Western SALZBURG Ramada MUNICH NH

7 Breakfasts, 1 Lunch, 5 Dinners

*Note: Hotels subject to final confirmation. Should there be changes, customers will be offered similar accommodations as stated in this list.

GERMANY Frankfurt

Heidelberg

Würzburg

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2

Prien

Stuttgart Munich

2

1

1

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Salzburg

1

Innsbruck

Werfen

AUSTRIA

HIGHLIGHTS GERMANY

AUSTRIA

HEIDELBERG • Old Town • Hauptstrasse WÜRZBURG • Würzburg Residence • Court Gardens • Alte Mainbrücke • Fortress Marienberg • St. Mary’s Church FUSSEN • Neuschwanstein Castle GRAINAU • Zugspitze (Entrance Included) PRIEN • Lake Chiemsee • Herrenchiemsee Castle MUNICH • Old Town

INNSBRUCK • Old Town • Golden Roof WERFEN • Eisriesenwelt Ice Caves SALZBURG • “The Sound of Music” film setting • Mirabell Palace • Old Town

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DELICACIES

DAY 1

DAY 4

DAY 7

Meals on Board

Breakfast, Dinner – Local Fare

Breakfast, Dinner – Chinese Fare

SINGAPORE → FRANKFURT Assemble at Singapore Changi Airport and depart for Frankfurt, the business and financial centre of Germany.

DAY 2

FRANKFURT → HEIDELBERG → STUTTGART Lunch – Local Fare

Set off on your exciting getaway once you arrive in Frankfurt and head to Heidelberg, named the UNESCO City of Literature due to its vibrant scene of writers, translators and theatre life. Embark on an orientation tour of this picturesque city, well-known for its romantic landscape with the towering Heidelberg Castle in the background.

Wander through the charming alleys and squares of the Old Town and immerse yourself in the unique ambience surrounded by history. You’ll soon find yourself at the traffic-free main street Hauptstrasse, which is bursting at the seams with cafes and restaurants as well as renowned branded stores and small boutiques. After which, proceed on to Stuttgart for the night.

DAY 3

STUTTGART → WÜRZBURG → STUTTGART Breakfast, Dinner – Local Fare

Spend the day in Würzburg, a city situated in the northern tip of Bavaria at the Main River.

Würzburg is set in a beautiful hilly location and offers visitors a wide array of historic art and architecture. Step foot into one of the most important baroque palaces in Europe, the Würzburg Residence, and be greeted with a rich array of furniture, tapestries, paintings and other art treasures of the 18th century.

Wander around the extensive grounds of the Court Gardens and bask in the opulent nature. Don’t miss popular attractions such as the Alte Mainbrücke, Fortress Marienberg as well as St. Mary’s Church.

STUTTGART → FUSSEN

Today, make your way to the town of Fussen to visit Neuschwanstein Castle, one of the most popular of all palaces and castles in Europe. Neuschwanstein Castle was originally meant as a place of retreat for the King Ludwig II, which soon transformed into a medieval dream world filled with all of his longing, ideals and inspirations. Explore the castle’s finest rooms and magnificent halls, which mostly incorporate elements from Wartburg Castle and embellished with details inspired by the medieval legends behind Richard Wagner’s operas.

DAY 5

FUSSEN → GRAINAU → INNSBRUCK Breakfast, Dinner – Chinese Fare

Feel what it’s like to have the whole of Germany at your feet as you prepare for a journey to the highest mountain in the country – the Zugspitze. Ascend up to the Zugspitze peak in comfort via cable car and enjoy the spectacular views down to the lake and over 400 mountain peaks across four countries reveals itself once you reach the top. Next, take a journey back in time as you visit Innsbruck, a city rich in traditions, imperial architecture and colourful history. A must-visit would be the Golden Roof located in Innsbruck’s Old Town, a three-storey balcony decorated with 2,657 gold-plated copper tiles.

DAY 6

INNSBRUCK → WERFEN → SALZBURG

SALZBURG → PRIEN → MUNICH Take a side trip to the idyllic Prien situated in the heart of Lake Chiemsee, for some gorgeous views of the Alpine meadows and mountains set in the backdrop across the glistening waters. From there, make your way to the largest island in the lake – the Herreninsel – to visit the Herrenchiemsee Castle – another of King Ludwig II’s famous castles. Embark on a guided tour of the castle that was modelled after Versailles and gaze in awe at the crowning glory of Herrenchiemsee - a huge hall of mirrors stretching over 98m in length complete with wall mirrors, domed ceilings with fresco paintings, gilded stucco, and glittering pendant chandeliers is a must to visit. We also recommend an optional excursion to the Salzwelten Salt Mines near Salzburg to learn more about the salt world and history of salt mining in Europe.

DAY 8

MUNICH Breakfast

Begin your orientation tour of Munich in its Old Town, where you will find the city’s top attractions such as the Marienplatz – home to the Old and New Town Halls, the Cathedral of Our Blessed Lady whose twin towers are visible in Munich’s skyline, the majestic Residence Palace of Munich and many others, all within walking distance of each other. Thereafter, enjoy the rest of the day free at leisure to do some shopping and sightseeing on your own in Munich.

Breakfast, Dinner – Local Fare

Get set for a chilling adventure to the Eisriesenwelt in Werfen, a mesmerizing natural wonder that is nothing like you’ve ever seen before. This world’s largest ice cave transforms in tandem with the climate outside the mountain, especially in winter, as the cold passage of air that seep in through openings cools the melting water entering the rock fissures, forming spectacular ice sculptures. A continuing stream of surprises await as you head to the beautiful setting of the famous film “The Sound of Music” in the city of Salzburg. Waltz through the lush gardens of Mirabell Palace, and visit the birthplace of famous classical music prodigy Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart at No. 9 Getreidegasse. Continue on the walking tour to the Old Town of Salzburg to admire the ensemble of baroque and medieval buildings, and drop by the magnificent Residence Square with its beautiful fountain.

DAY 9

MUNICH → SINGAPORE Breakfast, Meals on Board

Enjoy the rest of the day at leisure till it is time to transfer to the airport for your flight home.

DAY 10

ARRIVAL IN SINGAPORE We hope you enjoyed your vacation with EU Holidays and we look forward to seeing you again for your next trip.

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ADVENTURE TO THE BALKANS Gain a deeper understanding of the tumultuous pasts of Serbia, Croatia, Slovenia, and Bosnia and Herzegovina and admire their wealth of ancient treasures which serve as a testament to their history under oppressive rule.

LAKE BLED, SLOVENIA

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TOUR CODE: EEBALA

HIGHLIGHTS SERBIA BELGRADE • ‘Skadarlija’ • St. Sava Temple • Belgrade Fortress • National Parliament of Serbia • Old Palace • National Theatre • National Museum • Terazije Square • Kralja Milana Street • Kneza Miloša Street • May 25th Museum

BOSNIA AND HERZEGOVINA SARAJEVO • Old Town • Sarajevo War Tunnel MOSTAR • Old Bridge • Cejvan Cehaj Mosque • Old Bazaar • Turkish House POČITELJ • Počitelj Tower

CROATIA STON DUBROVNIK • Old Town • Rector’s Palace • Dubvronik City Walls • Onofrios Fountains SPLIT • Diocletian’s Palace (Entrance included) • Peristil Square • Temple of Jupiter (Entrance included)

HUNGARY

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SLOVENIA Lake Bled

ZADAR • Western Quay • Sea Organ • Monument to the Sun • St. Donatus Church • Roman Forum • St. Anastasia’s Cathedral • St. Mary’s Church • Lion’s Gate PLITVICE LAKES NATIONAL PARK ZAGREB • King Tomislav Square • Stone Gate • St. Mark’s Square • Church of St. Mark • Museum of Broken Relationships • Strossmayer Promenade • Zagreb Cathedral • Ban Jelačić Square • Dolac Market

SLOVENIA LJUBLJANA • Old Town • Central Market • Town Hall • Robba’s Fountain • Triple Bridge • Dragon Bridge • Ljubljana Castle • Lake Bled • Postojna Cave

4★ HOTELS BELGRADE Iira SARAJEVO Espagna MOSTAR Herzegovina DUBROVNIK Neptun ZADAR Kolovare ZAGRAD Ponorama LJUBLJANA Plaza *Note: Hotels subject to final confirmation. Should there be changes, customers will be offered similar accommodations as stated in this list.

Budapest

Ljubljana

Postojna 1

ITALY

1

Venice 1

SERBIA

Zagreb 1

Belgrade

Plitvice Lakes National Park

Sarajevo

1

Zadar

1 Mostar

Split

CROATIA

Ston

1

Dubrovnik

BOSNIA AND HERZEGOVINA

DELICACIES

Specialty Meals

Meal Plan

• Scenic lunch on clifftop castle overlooking Lake Bled • Seafood Risotto and Oysters Tasting

8 Breakfasts, 7 Lunches, 8 Dinners

DAY 1

DAY 4

Meals on Board

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

SINGAPORE → BUDAPEST Assemble at Changi airport and take-off to the capital city of Hungary, Budapest.

DAY 2

BUDAPEST → BELGRADE Meals on Board, Dinner

Travel to the capital of Serbia, Belgrade and dine in the bohemian quarter ‘Skadarlija’, where many famous people and celebrities have visited.

SARAJEVO → MOSTAR Make your way to the Sarajevo War Tunnel for a visceral wartime experience of the Siege of Sarajevo in the 1990s. Following that, head out to Mostar, a picturesque city spanning a deep valley of the Neretva River. Follow the tour guide and amble along the magnificent Old Bridge for an extraordinary panorama over the river, visit the oldest mosque in Mostar – Cejvan Cehaj Mosque, bask in the lively atmosphere of the Old Bazaar, and drop by the 350-year-old Turkish House.

DAY 3

BELGRADE → SARAJEVO Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Kick off the day with a sightseeing tour of Belgrade, also known as the ‘Gateway to the Balkans’ – pay a visit to famous attractions such as St. Sava Temple, Belgrade Fortress, the National Parliament of Serbia, the Old Palace, the National Theatre, the National Museum, Terazije Square, Kralja Milana Street, Kneza Miloša Street and last but not least, the May 25th Museum. Thereafter, cross over to Bosnia and Herzegovina and head for its capital, Sarajevo. Enjoy the rest of the day free at leisure to explore the historic Old Town and gain an insight into events of Sarajevo’s turbulent past.

DAY 5

MOSTAR → STON → DUBROVNIK

Breakfast, Lunch – Seafood Risotto and Oysters Tasting, Dinner

Begin the day with a photo-stop at the Počitelj tower located in a beautiful medieval town where Mediterranean and Oriental architectural styles intertwine. Make a brief stop in Ston for a sumptuous feast of seafood risotto and oysters for lunch, before continuing along the Dalmatian coast to arrive in Dubrovnik, a late-medieval walled city fronting the Adriatic Sea. Once you arrive, breeze into the stunning Old Town where you can admire the extensive monuments of different architectural styles.

Let your tour guide lead the way as you explore Dubrovnik – take in the sights of the Rectors Palace, the Dubrovnik City Walls, the Onofrios Fountains, and the Dominican and Franciscan Monasteries.

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DUBROVNIK → SPLIT → ZADAR Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Ramble through the Croatian countryside to wind up in Split, a town on Croatia’s Dalmatian Coast that was founded by the Emperor Diocletian in AD305 to construct his retirement palace. Have a ball of a time touring this seaside city with a guide, who will bring you to enter the massive Diocletian’s Palace and explore all its nooks and crannies, including the remains of the original palace, the Peristil Square as well as enter the Temple of Jupiter. Then, continue on to Zadar, a city built in the centre of the Croatian Adriatic with three thousand years of tumultuous history. Embark on a guided promenade about the city and visit the Western Quay for an up-close look at the Sea Organ and the Monument to the Sun, followed by St. Donatus Church, the Roman Forum, St. Anastasia’s Cathedral, St. Mary’s Church and the Lion’s Gate.

DAY 7

ZADAR → PLITVICE LAKES NATIONAL PARK → ZAGREB Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

A drive through the Croatian highlands reveals splendid alpine scenery as you arrive in one of Europe’s most impressive national parks – the Plitvice Lakes National Park. Take pleasure in a guided tour of the beautiful landscapes within the UNESCO National Heritage park, adorned with sixteen lakes that are interconnected by a series of

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waterfalls and deep woodland populated by deer, bears, wolves, boars and rare bird species. Savour the riveting beauty of nature from a different perspective on the waters as you join a cruise tour, before continuing on the road to the capital of Croatia, Zagreb.

Start off with a guided walking tour of the Upper and Lower Town – catch a glimpse of top attractions like the King Tomislav Square, the Stone Gate, St. Mark’s Square and the Church of St. Mark, the one-of-akind Museum of Broken Relationships, the Strossmayer Promenade, Zagreb Cathedral, Ban Jelačić Square and Dolac Market.

DAY 8

ZAGREB → LAKE BLED → LJUBLJANA Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Make your way to Lake Bled in the Julian Alps for a scenic lunch in its clifftop castle for a picture-perfect vista of glistening waters and the surrounding natural beauty. Next, proceed towards the capital of Slovenia, Ljubljana. A modern capital with small-town friendliness and atmosphere, Ljubljana is a picturesque gem graced with gorgeous alabaster bridges across the Ljubljana River and decorative Baroque facades. Embark on a guided tour to see the Old Town for some of the best-preserved medieval houses and visit the open-air Central Market, the baroque Town Hall, the beautiful Robba’s Fountain, and the grandiose Triple Bridge and Dragon Bridge. Lastly, take the funicular up to the stately Ljubljana Castle for an outstanding view over the city.

DAY 9

LJUBLJANA → POSTOJNA → VENICE

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Journey to the town of Postojna, and embark on a unique cave tour of the renowned Postojna Cave – one of the world’s largest karst monuments. Board the unique cave railway for an exciting adventure through dark passages to the Great Mountain, where you disembark and continue on foot across the Russian Bridge into the caves comprising of the Spaghetti Hall, the White Hall and the Red Hall. Press on further to view the renowned stalagmite in the Brilliant Passage and get a look at the Vivarium Proteus, otherwise known as the human fish. Then, you may wish to make an optional trip to the Predjama Castle before we proceed to Venice for the night.

DAY 10

VENICE → SINGAPORE Breakfast, Meals on Board

Enjoy the rest of the day at leisure till it is time to transfer to the airport for your flight home.

You may also wish to pay an optional visit to the McArthurGlen Designer Outlet for some last minute shopping.

DAY 11

ARRIVAL IN SINGAPORE We hope you enjoyed your vacation with EU Holidays and we look forward to seeing you again for your next trip.

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DAY 6

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LEGENDS OF YUGOSLAVIA + ROMANIA Journey through the folkloric cities of Yugoslavia and Romania to uncover the histories of these eastern European nations.

SPLIT, CROATIA

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TOUR CODE: EEYUGO

HIGHLIGHTS ROMANIA

CROATIA

BUCHAREST • Government Victoria Palace • Savings Palace • National Museum of Art (Entrance included) •House of People (Entrance included) SINAIA • Sinia Monastery • Peles Castle BRASOV • Old Town BRAN VILLAGE • Bran Castle “Dracula Castle“ (Entrance included) SIGHISOARA • Birthplace of Vlad Tepes (Dracula) • Clock Tower • History Museum

ZAGREB • Upper & Lower Town • Mirogoj Park Cemetary • St. Stephen Cathedral • Open Air Dolac Market SPLIT • Diocletian’s Palace (Entrance included) • Peristil Square • Temple of Jupiter (Entrance included) DUBROVNIK • Rector’s Palace • Dubrovnik City Walls • Onofrios Fountains • Franciscan & Dominican Monasteries PLITVICE LAKES NATIONAL PARK

SOUTHERN HUNGARY SZEGED • Old Town • Votive Church • Cathedral Square PÉCS

SLOVENIA LJUBLJANA • Slovenian National Opera and Ballet Theatre • Cathedral • National Museum of Slovenia • Ljubljana Castle • Lake Bled

BOSNIA AND HERZEGOVINA SARAJEVO • Old Town

DELICACIES Meal Plan 12 Breakfasts, 6 Lunches, 9 Dinners

3-4★ HOTELS BUCHAREST Novotel BRASOV Golden Time SIGHISOARA Korona SZEGED Novotel PÉCS Laterum ZAGREB Four Points by Sheraton LJUBLJANA Lev PLITVICE Jezero SPLIT Globo DUBROVNIK Ivka SARAJEVO Saraj *Note: Hotels subject to final confirmation. Should there be changes, customers will be offered similar accommodations as stated in this list.

Bran

HUNGARY

SLOVENIA 2

Szeged

Pécs

Ljubljana

Sighișoara

1

1

1

ROMANIA 1

Bran Sinaia

Zagreb

1

Brașov

1 1 Bucharest

Plitvice Lakes National Park

CROATIA

Sarajevo 1

1

Split

BOSNIA AND HERZEGOVINA

1

Dubrovnik

DAY 1

SINGAPORE → BUCHAREST Meals on Board

Assemble at Singapore Changi Airport and take-off to the capital of Romania, Bucharest.

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construction. Then, move on to Brașov, an enchanting medieval town world-renowned for its town square, dotted with resplendent baroque architecture and cosy outdoor cafes.

DAY 4

DAY 2

BUCHAREST Lunch, Dinner – with Folk Show

Escape to the energetic hub of Romania and get to know the ins and outs of Bucharest with a guided tour. Visit some of their impressive landmarks like the Victoria Palace, the former Royal Palace which now houses the National Museum of Art of Romania, and the Palace of the Savings Bank. Step foot into the National Museum of Art of Romania for a glimpse of the palace’s interior and admire the artworks of major Romanian artists. Then, feast your eyes upon the gargantuan of the Parliament Palace (formerly known as the People’s House) and see how the second largest administrative building in the world looks like from the inside. As the sun sets, gear up for an entertaining folk show performance while you enjoy a sumptuous dinner.

DAY 3

BUCHAREST → SINAIA → BRAȘOV AREA

Breakfast, Dinner

Set forth for Sinaia in the Prahova Valley for a pit stop. Embark on a guided tour of the city known as ‘the Carpathian Pearl’ to visit the Sinaia Monastery and the Peles Castle, which has a unique character due to the abundance of wood material used in its

BRAȘOV AREA → BRAN → SIGHIȘOARA Breakfast, Lunch

Leave no stone unturned as you set out on a city tour of Brașov and get your fill of the medieval storybook ambience and its wealth of historical attractions. Take a leisure stroll around the old Town Hall Square, peek inside the magnificent Black Church for a view of its large, stunning organ, or simply enjoy the view of the surrounding nature.

Afterwards, prep yourself for the highlight of this trip – a visit to the famous Bran Castle, also known as ‘Dracula’s Castle’ for two vastly different reasons: the first being that the notorious 14th century Walachian ruler Vlad Tepes (also known as Vlad the Impaler or Dracula) had been imprisoned here before, and the second is that the castle fits the description of the one belonging to the fictitious Count Dracula, a centuriesold vampire and sorcerer. Wander the dark passageways and haunting halls of the castle and let your imagination run wild in this sinister fortress. Thereafter, head north to Sighișoara, one of Romania’s prettiest towns and birthplace of Vlad Tepes (Dracula).

Wander the narrow cobbled streets and let the guide lead you to the majestic Clock Tower and the History Museum housed within it.

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LJUBLJANA, SLOVENIA

DAY 5

SIGHIȘOARA → SZEGED Breakfast, Dinner

Leave Romania and head towards Southern Hungary to the city of Szeged, otherwise known as the ‘city of sunshine’ due to its high number of sunshine hours. Pay a visit to the Szeged Synagogue, a monumental work of architecture with the most stunning interior decorated with ornate motifs that symbolize the world’s elements. Next, stop by the neobaroque style City Hall for its ceiling fresco and charming courtyard.

cafes and bars to indulge your palate and fine museums and galleries for the art and history buffs. Start off with a guided tour of the Upper and Lower Town and don’t forget to swing by the Mirogoj Park Cemetery, an architectural gem among some of the most beautiful memorial parks in Europe; as well as the open air Dolac Market for a sampling of the local produce and some lively atmosphere.

DAY 8

ZAGREB → LJUBLJANA

DAY 9

LJUBLJANA → BLED → LJUBLJANA

Breakfast, Dinner

Take a side trip out of Ljubljana for an excursion in the town of Postojna, where you may wish to pay an optional visit to its renowned Postojna cave – one of the world’s largest karst monuments. Following that, make your way to Lake Bled for a traditional Pletna boat cruise across the glistening waters and enjoy the surrounding natural beauty, also not missing the chance for some picture-perfect shots.

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

SZEGED → PÉCS Breakfast, Lunch

Wake up bright and early to have a look at the Old Town of Szeged, where you can slow down and stroll along the lovely Cathedral Square and see the majestic Votive Church, built to symbolize the hope of the people after the Great Flood (1879). Enjoy some free time at leisure until lunchtime to hunt for souvenirs, before you get going to Pécs, the fifth largest city in Hungary, to settle for the night.

DAY 7

PÉCS → ZAGREB

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Cross over to Croatia and head for its capital, Zagreb – a small metropolis city with plenty to offer. Unlike the popular coastal attractions of Croatia, Zagreb is a perpetual outdoor city brimming with restaurants,

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Head west towards the capital of Slovenia, Ljubljana. A modern capital with small-town friendliness and atmosphere, Ljubljana is a picturesque gem graced with gorgeous alabaster bridges across the Ljubljana river and decorative Baroque facades. The city is also famous for its diverse architecture, including legacies of the Roman, Baroque and Art Nouveau eras, owing to the grand vision of native born architect Jože Plečnik.

Embark on a guided tour to see the Old Town for some of the best-preserved medieval houses and visit the Slovenian National Opera and Ballet Theatre, the Cathedral, the National Museum of Slovenia and Ljubljana Castle.

DAY 10

LJUBLJANA → PLITVICE LAKES NATIONAL PARK Breakfast, Dinner

A drive through the Croatian highlands reveals splendid alpine scenery as you travel from Slovenia to Croatia to arrive in one of Europe’s most impressive national parks – the Plitvice Lakes National Park. Take pleasure in a guided tour of the beautiful landscapes within the UNESCO National Heritage park, adorned with sixteen lakes that are interconnected by a series of waterfalls and deep woodland populated by deer, bears, wolves, boars and rare bird species.

Savour the riveting beauty from a different perspective on the waters as you join a cruise tour, before retiring for the night in a hotel enclosed by this nature wonderland.

PHOTOS: 123RF/KASTO

DAY 6

DAY 11

PLITVICE LAKES NATIONAL PARK → SPLIT Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Ramble through the Croatian countryside and you’ll wind up in Split, a town on Croatia’s Dalmatian Coast that was founded by the Emperor Diocletian in AD305 to construct his retirement palace. Have a ball of a time touring this seaside city with a guide, who will bring you to enter the massive Diocletian’s Palace and explore all its nooks and crannies, including the remains of the original palace, the Peristil Square as well as enter the Temple of Jupiter.

DAY 12

SPLIT → DUBROVNIK Breakfast

PHOTO: 123RF/JOZSEF SZASZ-FABIAN, ALEN AJAN, SERGEJ RAZVODOVSKIJ

Traverse along the Dalmatian Coast from Split and reach Dubrovnik, a late-medieval walled city fronting the Adriatic Sea. Once you arrive, breeze into the stunning Old Town where you can admire the extensive medieval, Renaissance and Baroque monuments and structures and trail your

fingers along the well-preserved city walls as you walk. Let your tour guide lead the way as you explore Dubrovnik – take in the sights of the Rector’s Palace, the Dubrovnik City Walls, the Onofrios Fountains, and the Dominican and Franciscan Monasteries.

DAY 14

SARAJEVO → SINGAPORE Breakfast, Meals on Board

Enjoy the rest of the day at leisure till it is time to transfer to the airport for your flight home.

DAY 15

DAY 13

ARRIVAL IN SINGAPORE

Breakfast, Dinner

We hope you enjoyed your vacation with EU Holidays and we look forward to seeing you again for your next trip.

DUBROVNIK → SARAJEVO Depart Croatia for Sarajevo, the capital of Bosnia and Herzegovina that was besieged in the 1990s Bosnian War. Along the way, you may wish to consider an optional scenic excursion to Mostar and its magnificent stone arch, the city’s distinctive visual focus and icon. Begin a walking tour of Sarajevo and relish in the surrounding vistas of the Dinaric Alps and the Milijacka River. Delve into the historic Old Town that was largely restored after the war and gain an insight into the events of Sarajevo’s turbulent past.

Note: • The sequence of the itinerary, flight schedules and hotels are subject to change without prior notice in the event of unforeseen circumstances.

SARAJEVO, BOSNIA & HERZERGOVINA

BRAN CASTLE, BRAN VILLAGE, ROMANIA

CLOCK TOWER, SIGHISOARA, ROMANIA

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EXTRA PAMPERING FROM EU HOLIDAYS

EU Holidays Premium Customers can enjoy complimentary access to the Luxurious Premier Lounges at Singapore Changi Airport

Premium customers of EU Holidays can now enjoy complimentary access to the comforts of the three SATS Premier Club lounges found across all three terminals at SIngapore’s Changi Airport.

Providing the highest level of comfort and luxury in air travel, each lounge is aesthetically designed with a touch of class and equipped with modern conveniences to serve the evolving needs of our customers.

Highlights of the SATS lounges include: • Free flow of refreshments that include local signature “delights” and both alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages • Workstations with high-speed Internet connectivity and wireless access • Cable television with a wide variety of programmes, channels and movies.

• A wide selection of international magazines and newspapers.

• Private rest booths with state-of-the art massage chairs • Pleasant shower amenities

SATS Premier Lounge T1 #031-67, Departure Transit Hall, Level 3 Operation Hours: 24 hours, 7 days a week

SATS Premier Lounge T2 #036-114, Departure Transit Hall, Level 3 Operation Hours: 24 hours, 7 days a week

SATS Premier Lounge T1 #03-MS-04, Departure Transit Hall, Level 3 Operation Hours: 24 hours, 7 days a week

Tour Booking Terms and Conditions You and your traveling companions are deemed to have read, understood and accepted the following terms and conditions.

EU Holidays Pte Ltd shall be referred to as “the Company” in the following.

1. RESERVATION, DEPOSIT & FULL PAYMENT 1.1 A deposit is required upon reservation. If your minimum deposit is less than the required amount, kindly top up the difference within the next two days.

Tour Type All Group Tour Packages (Except USA) USA & special departure Group Tour Packages Free & Easy Packages Tour organized by third parties (e.g. luxury cruise, overseas landoperator, airline etc.)

Deposit required per person S$500 S$1000 50% - 80% of total tour fare Amount per Terms & Conditions stipulated by principal suppliers

1.2 Payment of deposit does not constitute confirmation of the tour. All group tours are subjected to a minimum group size (as determined by the Company) in order for the confirmation to be effected and for the departure to be finalized.

1.3 Full payment is required no later than fourteen days prior to departure. In case of tours in peak season, full payment must be made one month before departure. If full payment is not received by the stipulated deadline, the Company reserves the right to forfeit the deposit and cancel the reservation. In such an event, the cancellation fee as stated below is payable by the Customer.

2. CANCELLATION BY THE CUSTOMER 2.1 Cancellation of booking must be made in writing or in person to avoid any misunderstanding.

2.2 The following cancellation charges applied once any group tour package booking is made:

No. of days between departure and receipt of cancellation notice 35 workings days or more 15-34 working days 08-14 working days 04-07 working days 03 working days and less

Cancellation fee per person All tours except those in peak season Tours in peak season 50% of deposit or S$250 whichever is higher Full deposit or S$500 whichever is higher Full deposit or S$500 whichever is higher 50% of tour fare or S$500 whichever is higher 50% of tour fare or S$500 whichever is higher 75% of tour fare or S$500 whichever is higher 75% of tour fare or S$500 whichever is higher Full tour fare Full tour fare Full tour fare

2.3 For tour products or individual components supplied by third parties, e.g. air ticket, hotel bookings, Cruises etc, cancellation fees under the terms and conditions of the respective third parties shall apply plus a minimum handling charge of S$50 per service per person.

3. CANCELLATION BY THE COMPANY 3.1 The Company acts as an agent for service suppliers. After deposit or full payment has been made, all arrangements are still subject to final confirmation by service suppliers. If due to some unforeseen circumstances the arrangement cannot be finalized and the reservation has to be cancelled, the Company will endeavour to notify the Customer at least one week before departure. At times due to low subscription for a group tour, the Company may choose to cancel the entire tour fourteen days prior to departure.

3.2 The Company may recommend alternative tours either to the same destination or other tours, based on the tour fare of that cancellation period. Should the customer decide not to accept the alternatives, a full refund on the amount paid by the customer will be made accordingly by the Company without further obligation.

3.3 The Customer shall receive the refund within four to six weeks upon the Company notifying the Customer of the cancellation.

3.4 The Company shall also not be held liable for any contingent costs incurred by the Customer arising from the cancellation.

4. REFUND POLICY 4.1 No refund will be made with respect to accommodation, meals, sightseeing tours or any other services included in the tour fare but not utilized by the Customer, either in part or full, or when the Customer amends, cancels or otherwise changes any arrangements after commencement of the tour.

4.2 All refund will be made within four to six weeks in a form of cheque. For credit card payment, refund will be made through the credit card company.

4.3 Air tickets with refund value will only be refunded to customers four to six weeks after the respective airlines have refunded to the Company. The standard processing period for air tickets refund varies from three to six months (subject to individual airlines).

4.4 During peak period, the refund process may be longer due to increase in transactions.

5. AMENDMENT TO BOOKINGS (REQUESTED BY PASSENGERS) 5.1 For any changes in departure date or tour type, cancellation charges apply as listed under section on “Cancellation by the Customer”.

5.2 For every request made regardless of whether any previous amendments was confirmed by airlines, hotel or otherwise, there will be a minimum fee of S$100 per person per amendment. This does not include any other charges imposed by the airlines, ground operator or hotel.

5.3 Any change made by the Customer to the existing booking must be in writing or in person at least fourteen days before the tour, after which strictly NO amendments allowed, or cancellation charge applies.

6. AMENDMENT TO TOUR ITINERARY BY COMPANY The Company makes reasonable effort to avoid changes in the itinerary. However, the Company reserves the right to make minor changes at any time due to unforeseen circumstances, especially during peak periods or in the event of other circumstances beyond our control.

7. EXTENSION OF STAY / DEVIATION 7.1 Extension of stay may be permitted at the end of tour, subject to the restriction of the air ticket, seat availability and hotel confirmation prior to the commencement of the tour. All requests must be made before issuance of air tickets. If the extension of stay / deviation is unable to be confirmed three weeks prior to the group’s departure date, the passenger is deemed to stick to the original tour schedule. In the event that the original schedule has been changed by the Company, any extra cost will be borne by the Customer.

7.2 Extension of stay / deviation will be at passenger’s own expenses and transfer to the airport will not be provided.

7.3 It is the Customer’s responsibility to hold firm confirmation of their return flight and to re-confirm their flight 72 hours prior to their return date.

7.4 The air ticket issued is a special ticket, restricted to specific airline only. It is non-negotiable, non-endorsable, nonreissuable, non- refundable & non-reroutable. Any alteration in routing or dates by the Customer is solely at his/her own risk. The Company and its associated agents will not be held responsible for any inconvenience caused and extra expenses incurred. No refunds will be made for any unused air ticket, accommodation, meals, or sightseeing in part or full.

8. TRAVEL DOCUMENTS, TRAVEL INSURANCE & TRAVEL VOUCHERS 8.1 Passport and other Travel Documents It is Customer’s sole responsibility to ensure that he / she has a valid passport with minimum 6 months validity from the date of scheduled return to Singapore, as well as the necessary visas, vaccinations, health certificates and all necessary travel documents as required by various government authorities of the destinations of travel.

8.2 Visa 8.2.1 The Customer may seek advice from the Company on visa application; however it is Customer’s own responsibility to obtain a valid visa.

8.2.2 If for any reason, application for visa or exit permit is rejected, full refund less S$100 administrative fee (excluding visa application fees paid to the respective embassies) will be made if the result of the rejection is submitted to the Company at least 35 days prior to departure. If less than 35 days’ notice is given, relevant cancellation fee as stated under section “Cancellation by the Customer” will be applied.

8.2.3 In consideration for the interests of other passengers in the same group, the Company strongly discourage ALL passengers from applying Visa upon Arrival at destiny country. The Company takes no responsibility being unable to wait for the passengers who apply Visa upon Arrival at the Custom.

8.2.4 The Company will not be responsible for any expenses, reimbursement or refund of the tour fare if the Customer is deported or refused entry by immigration authorities on the tour for whatever reasons, including improper travel documents, quarantine, custom regulations, possession of unlawful items or irregularities that may cause harm or damage to person or property.

8.3 Travel Insurance 8.3.1 Arrangement of travel insurance coverage is strongly recommended with respect to unforeseen circumstances such as trip cancellation, loss of deposit, baggage, personal accident, injury, illness, etc. Under no circumstances shall the Company be constructed as a carrier under a contract for safe carriage of the Customer or his / her baggage and other personal belongings.

8.3.2 The Company shall not be responsible for any loss or damage in relation to trip cancellation, loss of personal baggage, accidents, injuries and illness.

8.3.3 Should there be any amendment to the date and duration of travel, it is Customer’s responsibility to inform the travel insurance company to amend the date and duration of the insurance coverage.

8.3.4 The Company will be pleased to assist in the enquiries of any travel insurance and related matters.

8.4 Travel Vouchers The company issues travel vouchers from time to time as part of its promotional activities. The terms and conditions for the redemption of travel vouchers are clearly spelt out in the appropriate documents and shall be binding on the Customer.

9. GENERAL MATTERS RELATING TO TOURS 9.1 Accommodation Accommodation is as specified in the tour brochure / itinerary / tour booking form. In the event the specified accommodation is not available, every effort will be made to scout for an alternative in another accommodation of similar standard. Accommodation for adults is based on twin- share, double or triple-share bedrooms. Please note that the third bed usually will be a “roll-away” bed. Single room occupancy is at additional cost.

9.2 Baggage The Customer is allowed check-in baggage not exceeding 20 kilograms. Only one piece of hand luggage not exceeding 7 kilograms is allowed on board the aircraft. Excess baggage must be paid directly by the Customer.

9.3 Meals Meals, including meals on board flights, are as indicated in the tour brochure / itinerary / tour booking form. If meals on board are not served due to whatever reasons, there shall be no refund or replacement.

9.4 Seat Rotation For the convenience of all members of the group, passengers may be requested to rotate their seating arrangements on the coach during the period of the tour. Please cooperate when requested upon to do so by the tour manager / tour leader / guide.

9.5 Special Request If there are any requests regarding special meals, dietary requirements, adjoining rooms, flight seating arrangement and so on, please inform the Company upon booking. However, such requests are strictly subject to confirmation and availability by the airlines/hotels.

10. PRICING POLICIES 10.1 Tour Fare Includes Return economy class group tour air ticket, local transport, accommodation, admission fees, meals and sightseeing programme as stipulated in the tour brochure / itinerary / tour booking form.

10.2 Tour Fare Excludes Airport taxes, airport security taxes, airline insurance surcharges, fuel taxes, visa fees, travel insurance, customs user fees as specified by the airline and airport authorities; local transfer not stated in the itinerary (e.g. free & easy, deviation), laundry, excess baggage charges, beverages, room services, gratuities to drivers and tour managers / local guides and tips to hotel porters (if any); and personal expenses. Please refer to the Company for visa fees, gratuities to drivers and tour managers / local guides, and tips to hotel porters.

10.3 Child Fare Child fare is applicable to children below 12 years old on the scheduled date of departure from Singapore. The child fare is based on a twin-sharing accommodation with two adults and no additional bed will be provided. A surcharge will be imposed where an extra bed is required for the child or where the child occupies a room with only one adult.

10.4 Mode of Payment Payment may be made in cash, by NETS, cheques or credit cards. Cheques will only be accepted if presented to the Company at least seven working days before scheduled tour departure. Credit card payment may incur additional surcharge for special promotion packages, you may refer to our staff for confirmation.

11. RESPONSIBILITY 11.1 The Company acts as agent for the carriers, transportation companies, hotels and other principals of the tour packages.

The Company accepts no responsibility for any injuries, losses, damages, accidents, delays, theft, quarantine, customs regulations, strikes, weather hazards, political unrest, changes in itineraries, deportation or refusal of entry by Immigration Authorities resulting from improper travel documents, possession of unlawful items or irregularities that may be caused to person or property. Any losses and/or expenses incurred are the responsibility of the passenger. All proper travel documentation is the sole responsibility of the Customer.

11.2 The failure of the Customer to follow reasonable instructions including but not limited to check-in and check-out places or times or other cause and the losses and/or expenses resulting therefore shall be borne by the Customer.

11.3 The Company reserves the right to: 11.3.1 Alter tour itineraries, travel arrangements, accommodation due to unforeseen changes.

11.3.2 Cancel any reservations prior to departure for reasons including but not limited to the insufficient number of participants. The Company will recommend alternative tours, preferably to the same destination or to other destination. Should the Customer decided not to accept the alternatives, the deposit or tour fare to be refunded without further obligation on the part of the Company, upon Customer’s surrender to the Company of all documents issued by the Company for the purpose of the tour package.

11.3.3 Require any individual to withdraw from the tour if it is deemed that his/her behaviour is detrimental to or incompatible with the health, safety, interests, harmony and welfare of the other tour participants and the tour group as a whole. Under such circumstances, the Company shall be under no liability thereafter to any such person.

11.3.4 To specify the language in which the tour guide will conduct commentary in.

11.4 No tour guides, tour managers, tour leaders or other employees or agents of the Company are authorized to commit the Company to any liability and the Company shall not be bound by any statement or representation unless it is in writing and signed by a Management Executive of the Company.

11.5 The Company reserve the right to take photographs and films of the passenger while on tour with the Company, to be used for brochures advertising or publicity material without obtaining any further consent from the passenger.

11.6 All tour fares for the respective tour packages are correct at the time of reservation. The Company reserves the right to revise the tour fares and to determine the date of commencement of such revised tour fares.

12. COMPLAINT & CLAIM Any complaint / claim have to be made in writing within 7 days from the date of return. No responsibility is accepted in respect of any complaints / claims, which are made after 7 days of return.

13. MISCELLANEOUS The Company reserves the right to change, amend, insert or delete any Tour Booking Terms and Conditions containing in this document, as the case may be, without prior notice. The Tour Booking Terms and Conditions complement those terms and conditions contained in the relevant documents provided by third party service providers such as airline or cruise tickets, hotel check-ins etc.

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