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SINGAPORE WITH BINTAN

5 NIGHTS / 6 DAYS

JC – IA – TOUR NO. 294

Singapore (3N)  Bintan (2N)

Honeymoon Romantic Shopping

Detail Itinerary

Day 1 (Singapore)

Welcome to Singapore! You will be welcomed on arrival at Singapore Changi Airport and transferred to your hotel. Enjoy the rest of the day getting your bearings and exploring the neighbourhood.

Later in the evening, you will be taken to Singapore’s famous Night Safari. The Night Safari is the world first nocturnal zoo and is one of the most popular tourist attractions in Singapore. Unlike traditional nocturnal houses, which reverse the day-night cycle of animals so they will be active by day, the Night Safari is an entire open-air zoo set in a humid tropical forest that is only open at night. It is divided into seven geographical zones, which can be explored either on foot via four walking trails, or by tram.

Day 2 (Singapore)

Your city tour will include all major attractions such as Merlion Park, Chinatown, Little India, City Hall and Parliament House. Shop for souvenirs at the Chinatown street market and try the uniquely Singaporean Roti Prata at Little India. Later you have free time in the afternoon to explore Singapore on your own.

Day 3 (Singapore)

Sentosa is a sunny island in Singapore, home to exciting events, themed attractions, award-winning spas, lush rainforests, golden sandy beaches and resort-style hotels. Your excursion to the island includes the delightful SEA Aquarium, one-way cable car line, the Wings of Time performance, Luge & Skyride, Butterfly Park & Insect Kingdom and much more.

Day 4 (Bintan)

After Breakfast, we proceed to Pier for our Ferry to Bintan. Bintan Island is part of Indonesia. Riau Archipelago, a short boat ride from the city of Singapore. Its northern Lagoi area is an upscale resort destination offering championship golf courses, secluded beaches and diverse water sports. The northeastern Trikora strip is a less-developed coastline. To the south, the provincial capital, Tanjung Pinang, has Dutch colonial architecture and a rich history as a trade port.

Day 5 (Bintan)

Today after Breakfast you have free time at leisure to explore the natural beauty of Bintan Island OR option to choose from a spectrum of attractions and embark on an exhilarating island adventure. Be constantly enriched by Bintan’s cultural and heritage sites, or have your breath taken away by the island’s untouched beauty of nature and wildlife. Indulge in a world-class rejuvenating spa (on your own), or immerse in a session of golf with a scenic backdrop.

Day 6 (Singapore)

Enjoy your last morning in Bintan & Singapore before checking out of your hotel and being transferred by ferry to Singapore. Transfer to the airport, where you will depart for your destination with bags full of souvenirs and happy memories.

Inclusion & Exclusion

Inclusions

3 Nights Accommodation in Singapore

2 Nights Accommodation in Bintan

Daily Breakfast

Night Safari Tour on SIC Basis

Half-Day Sentosa Tour (Oneway Cable Car + Luge & Skyride (2 Ride) + Butterfly park & Insect Kingdom + SEA Aquarium + Wings of Time)

Half-Day Singapore City Tour on SIC Basis

Two-way ferry tickets SIN-Bintan-SIN (Economy class)

Return land transfers Bintan pier-Bintan Resort-pier

Return airport transfers SIN-Bintan pier-SIN on private basis

Rates are not applicable on Blackout and Surcharge period

Exclusions

Airfare / Visa is excluded

Anything else not mentioned in inclusions

Train fare /Monument entry fees

Expenses of personal nature such as tips, telephone calls, laundry, liquor, etc.

Guide and entrance fees during sightseeing and any other item not included in ‘cost inclusions.’

Any increase in taxes and fuel, leading to increase in surface transportation and land arrangements, which may come into effect prior to departure

TRIO OF ACES

8 NIGHTS / 9 DAYS

JC – IA – TOUR NO. 169

BERLIN (2N)  Prague (2N)  INNSBRUCK (2N)  Vienna (2N)

Long Haul Luxury

Detail Itinerary

Day 1 (BERLIN)

Welcome to Europe! On your arrival at the airport you will be transfer to your hotel. You will receive information about the start of the circuit during the afternoon, or you can check the
informative panels in the hotel reception area. Enjoy the rest of the day at leisure.

Day 2 (BERLIN)

Ease your way into the local culture with a guided visit of Germany’s incredible capital, Berlin. You shall visit the historic centre, Museum Island, the Reichstag, the Brandenburg Gates and the city’s magnificent parks. You will also have the opportunity of stopping at the Holocaust Memorial and the Berlin Wall Museum. Enjoy an evening in the lively area of Kantstrasse, a district that offers different types of ethnic restaurants to dine in (Indian, Oriental, Italian, German, and so on).

Day 3 (Prague)

Journey through forests toward Dresden, a city which, due to its exceptional architectural and artistic heritage, has become one of the biggest tourist destinations in Germany. You will have time to explore some of the impressive palaces and to have lunch at one of its many restaurants and coffee shops. You will then depart for the Czech Republic arriving in Prague. At the end of the afternoon, we provide transport to take you to the Old Town Square, the perfect place to acquaint yourself with Prague. 

Dinner included.

Day 4 (Prague)

Today you will take a tour of baroque jewel of Europe. Our local expert will provide a guided city tour, which will include all of the city’s attractions. During the tour you will visit the iconic Prague Castle (admission included). Later, you shall take a boat tour on the river Vltava and enjoy the sights of the city from the water. You will have the afternoon free to explore Prague. 

In the evening, you will be taken to the historic city centre to enjoy Prague’s vibrant nightlife. Indian dinner included. Return to hotel.

Day 5 (INNSBRUCK)

Today you travel to Bavaria arriving in Munich at midday. Begin your tour of the city at Olympiapark, before you visit the futuristic BMW WELT with its fascinating architecture and multi-use exhibition of BMW, the prestigious German vehicle brand. After that, time for lunch and a stroll in the historic centre. In the afternoon you will travel to Austria, arriving in Innsbruck in the evening. Indian dinner included.

Day 6 (INNSBRUCK)

Begin your day with a visit to the Swarovski Museum, the renowned home of crystals. You will visit its impressive gardens and learn how the pieces of crystal are produced. Then, time to stroll in the historic centre of Innsbruck. After this, you travel through the Alps to Kitzbühel, a popular ski resort that sees snow throughout the year. Dinner included (vegetarian option possible).

Day 7 (Vienna)

Today you make you way to the historic city of Salzburg. Your guide accompanies you to the beautiful streets of the historic centre of this city declared a World Heritage site. You will then continue to Vienna, past delightful lakes and mountains. You will stop at St. Wolfgang, a famous place of pilgrimage in Austria and then on to Traunkirchen along with the very beautiful Traunsee lake, where we include a cruise on the lake to see four castles, disembarking in Gmunden. You will arrive in Vienna at the end of the afternoon. Indian dinner included.

Day 8 (Vienna)

Explore this magnificent city with a local expert. You will experience its majestic avenues, its palaces and the vibrant city centre. Then, head the Schönbrunn Palace where visitors can stroll around and enjoy its beautiful gardens.  After lunch, enjoy the afternoon in the city center.  In the evening you will go to the City Hall Square to enjoy the lighting and the nightlife in the neighbouring streets. Indian dinner included.

Day 9 (Vienna)

Enjoy breakfast at the hotel and head to the airport for your flight back home, marking the end of our services.

Inclusion & Exclusion

Inclusions

Europamundo General Services : Travel by bus with English speaking guide, basic travel insurance, and breakfast buffet.

Includes arrival transfer

Boat: Vltava River in Prague, Traunsee lake in Traunkirchen.

City tour in : Berlin, Prague, Vienna.

Evening Transfer: Kantstrasse area in Berlin, City Hall Square in Vienna.

Ticket admission: Holocaust Memorial and Berlin Wall Museum in Berlin, Prague Castle, BMW Welt in Munich, Swarovski Crystal Museum in Innsbruck.

6 Lunch or Dinner Included in: Berlin, Prague, Prague, Innsbruck, Kitzbuhel, Salzburg.

Exclusions

Anything else not mentioned in inclusions.

Air fare / Train fare / Visa Fees / Monument fare.

Expenses of personal nature such as tips, telephone calls, laundry, liquor etc.

Guide & Entrance fees during sightseeing or any other item not specified in ‘cost inclusions’

Any increase in taxes or fuel, leading to increase in surface transportation and land arrangements, which may come into effect prior to departure.

SWISS & ITALIAN SPOTLIGHT

6 NIGHTS / 7 DAYS

JC – IA – TOUR NO. 168

Zurich (3N)  Milan (1N)  Rome (2N)

Family Heritage

Detail Itinerary

Day 1 (Zurich)

Welcome to Europe!!!. On arrival at the airport, we shall be waiting to transfer you to the hotel. You can enjoy free time until your tour starts, information about the meeting place and start time can be found on the information boards in the hotel reception area.

Day 2 (Zurich)

Journey by train. We start the day with a stroll in the most populated city of Switzerland, Zurich, the financial and cultural capital of the country. Zurich has twice been declared the city with the best quality of life in the world. After this we will board a boat for a trip on Zurich lake, this will last about two hours. The boat makes brief stops, allowing us to admire the villages along the way. We get off in RAPPERSWIL, a small and highly picturesque village overlooked by its medieval castle. We return to Zurich by train and will see the efficiency and punctuality of the Swiss Railways. Enjoy an evening in the historic centre next to the lake, here you can dine at one of the many restaurants offering a wide range of different cuisines.

Day 3 (Zurich)

Today´s journey has beautiful landscapes with high mountains and lakes. Breathtaking scenery in the region of Interlaken. We will stop in GRINDELWALD where we will have time for a coffee before taking the cable car up to the mountain. We will walk along the winding path which will lead us to the “footbridge over the empty”. Dare to walk along the bridge amongst the fantastic scenery enjoying glaciers all around us. We will take lunch up the mountain (included) before heading back down. We continue to LUCERNE, one of the most beautiful cities in Switzerland. In the evening we have time to stroll around, enjoying the city and taking dinner before we return to the hotel in Zurich.

Day 4 (Milan)

Picturesque villages as Morcote. Shores of Como. In the morning we will travel to BURGLEN, the tiny village where William Tell was born, we will visit the chapel of the XVI century with paintings illustrating his life. Afterwards continue to the enchanting little town of MORCOTE, with its houses made of stone and covered with flowers. Next, we enter Italy and make a stop in Como, on the shores of a lake. The city highlights a Gothic Cathedral. On to MILAN, where our guide will take you to the impressive Duomo Square. Time for dinner at one of the restaurants offering a wide range of international cuisines. After dinner, transfer back to the hotel.

Day 5 (Rome)

Today we continue our journey towards PISA. On a little tourist train, we will travel to the Piazza Dei Miracoli (Square of Miracles), where there will be time to admire one of the most alluring and beautiful art complexes in Italy, including the well known Leaning Tower of Pisa. Then, we continue to Rome, arriving at the end of the afternoon.

Day 6 (Rome)

In the morning, we will have a tour of the city, which will be a great introduction to “The Eternal city”. We enter the tiny state of the Vatican. Vatican City is a principal centre of Christianity in the world. You will be able to visit St. Peter’s Basilica. We will also enter the Roman Colosseum (admission price included), the principal symbol of Rome. This impressive con­struction dates back 2,000 years and will transport us in time so that we can learn about ancient society in the Roman Empire. In the evening we will transfer you to the Via Cavour area, where you will find many interna­tional restaurants to enjoy your dinner at. After dinner return to the hotel.

Day 7 (Rome)

End of our services. Check the time of your flight in case you need an additional night.

Inclusion & Exclusion

Inclusions

Europamundo General Services: Travel by bus with English speaking guide, basic travel insurance and breakfast buffet.

Includes arrival transfer

City tour in ROME

Boat: Zurich lake in ZURICH

Evening transfer: Via Cavour in Rome in ROME

Ticket admission: Coliseum of Rome in ROME

Train: Rapperswil / Zurich in ZURICH, Piazza Dei Miracoli in Pisa in PISA

Funicular: Cable Car to Grindelwald First in ZURICH, Cable Car to Grindelwald First in Lucerne

1 Lunch Included in: Lucerne

Exclusions

Anything else not mentioned in inclusions.

Air fare / Train fare / Visa Fees / Monument fare.

Expenses of personal nature such as tips, telephone calls, laundry, liquor etc.

Guide & Entrance fees during sightseeing or any other item not specified in ‘cost inclusions’

Any increase in taxes or fuel, leading to increase in surface transportation and land arrangements, which may come into effect prior to departure.

GST of 5 % applicable on the Final Package Cost

SWITZERLAND

 6 NIGHTS / 7 DAYS

JC – IA – TOUR NO. 167

Lucerne (3N)  Interlaken (2N)  Zurich (1N)

Honeymoon Romantic Diwali

Detail Itinerary

Day 1 (Lucerne)

Arrive at Zurich Airport. Take a direct train from Zurich Flughafen(Airport) for Lucerne. Reach Lucerne & check in at the hotel. You can explore the beautiful city on foot OR spend the day at leisure. Spend the evening at leisure.

Overnight at the Lucerne Hotel.

Day 2 (Lucerne)

Continental breakfast at the hotel. Today get ready for an excursion to Mt. Titlis. Take the train to Engelberg. Your roundtrip ticket takes you from Engelberg to Mount Titlis by cable car. At 3020 m / 10,000 ft. The glacier paradise with the world famous ROTAIR-provides a 360-degree panoramic view of the snow-covered valleys, glaciers, Black Forest region, lakes & mountains.

Overnight at the Lucerne Hotel.

Day 3 (Lucerne)

Continental Breakfast at the hotel. Get ready for an excursion to Mt. Pilatus. Enjoy a magnificent 90 mins boat cruise to Alpnachastad from Lucerne and board the steepest cogwheel train in the world to reach the top of Mt. Pilatus. On your way back take panoramic on your way back take panoramic Lucerne. Evening at leisure.

Overnight at the Lucerne Hotel.

Day 4 (Interlaken)

Continental breakfast at the hotel. Check out & reach Lucerne railway station. Board the famous Golden Pass panoramic train to Interlaken. Arrive Interlaken & check in at the hotel. You are free to explore Interlaken, the captivating “capital” of Switzerland’s beautiful Bernese Oberland. Evening at leisure.

Overnight at the Interlaken Hotel.

Day 5 (Interlaken)

Continental Breakfast at the hotel. Board the train from Interlaken Ost to Grindelwald, from where you take cogwheel train that takes you to the top of Jungfraujoch the world’s highest railway station at11333 ft. Experience the view from the biggest glacier in the Alps, the Aletsch Glacier and ice palace. Spend the evening at leisure.

Overnight at the Interlaken Hotel.

Day 6 (Zurich)

Continental breakfast at the hotel. Check out and reach Interlaken railway station for your train to Zurich. Check in at the hotel. Go out to visit the most spectacular waterfall in Europe, The Rhine falls. Spend the rest of the day exploring Zurich’s cobbled streets, wandering through its museums, exploring its flea markets etc.

Overnight at Zurich Hotel.

Day 7 (Zurich)

After continental breakfast check out of the hotel. Take a pre-scheduled hotel shuttle to reach Zurich Airport for your onwards flight OR continue your journey to paradise.

Inclusion & Exclusion

Inclusions

2 overnight stays in Interlaken with breakfast

3 overnight stay in Lucerne with breakfast

1 overnight stay in Zurich with breakfast

Swiss Travel Consecutive Pass for 8 days 2nd class

Excursion to Mt. Jungfraujoch with Swiss Pass

Excursion to Mt. Pilatus with Swiss Pass

Excursion to Mt. Titlis with Swiss Pass

Excursion to Rhine Falls with Swiss Pass

Lake Lucerne Cruise with Swiss Pass

Vat is included

Exclusions

Anything which is not specified under Inclusions

Expenses of personal nature such as tips, telephone calls, laundry, liquor etc.

Guide & Entrance fees during sightseeing or any other item not specified in ‘cost inclusions.

Any increase in taxes or fuel, ROE, leading to increase in surface transportation and land arrangements, which may come into effect prior to departure.

Expenses of personal nature such as tips, telephone calls, laundry, liquor etc.

Any Surcharges if applicable due to peak season or any other event

City / Tourist Tax to be paid extra directly to Hotel at Check-In

Rates are subject to availability & are subject to change depending on the season, surcharge, exhibitions, fairs etc.

SPANISH RING WITH LISBON

11 NIGHTS / 12 DAYS

JC – IA – TOUR NO. 164

Madrid (2N)  Barcelona (2N)  Valencia (1N)  Granada (2N)  Seville (2N)  Lisbon (2N)

Long Haul Romantic

Detail Itinerary

Day 1 ( Madrid)

Welcome to Madrid! On your arrival at the airport, we shall be waiting with transport to take you to your hotel. Our guide will greet you at the hotel and provide you with all the necessary information. In the evening, we provide a transfer to the Egyptian Temple of Debod, Plaza de España and Gran Via; a vibrant district where you can dine at one of many charming restaurants.

Day 2 ( Madrid)

This morning, experience the city on a guided tour, which showcases the city’s history and culture. You will visit the beautiful Plaza Mayor with its broad and magnificent avenues and fountains and the Plaza de Toros de las Ventas, an iconic bull ring. Here you will learn about the tradition of “corridas” in the Bullfighting Museum. You will then take a walking tour of the Andalusia style Retiro Park and Crystal Palace. Enjoy the rest of the afternoon at leisure.

At sunset we will take you to the Plaza de Oriente in the historic centre of Madrid, opposite the Royal Palace. Take your pick from the many restaurants serving varied cuisines (Indian, Middle Eastern and Spanish).

Day 3 ( Madrid)

You will depart early in the morning towards Aragón. En route, you will visit Zaragoza a beautiful city that traces its origins to Roman times. Take a guided tour of the Basílica del Pilar. After the tour, you will have time to visit this impressive sanctuary and enjoy the city centre. Later, make your way to Catalonia to the Monastery of Poblet, one of the best preserved medieval monasteries in the world (entrance and guided tour included). You will then go on to the Benedictine monastery of Montserrat with a ride on the rack train included for its fantastic views. Continue to Barcelona where you will arrive in the afternoon.

Important note: In the winter months, from November to March, due to the shorter days, the Monastery of Poblet will not be part of the itinerary (so you can reach Montserrat before nightfall).

Day 4 (Barcelona)

Today you will discover the beautiful Mediterranean city of Barcelona. Your visit includes an informative city tour with a local expert. You will also visit the city’s historic central area with its Gothic neighbourhood dating back to the Middle Ages. Visit the area where the Olympic Games took place and the basilica of La Sagrada Familia, a masterpiece of the Modernist architect, Antoni Gaudi. Subsequently, we include the entry ticket to “Poble Espanyol” (meaning “Spanish Village”) an open air architectural museum that showcases the architecture and culture of Spain. Be delighted by the best Spanish craftsmanship and discover the architectural styles, traditions and folklore of the different communities in Spain. Explore the city on your own for the rest of the day. In the evening we provide transfers to Las Ramblas and Plaza Catalunya area, where you can select from a great variety of restaurants (including Indian, Chinese, Halal, International and regional Spanish cuisine). 

Day 5 (Barcelona)

Travel south along the Mediterranean. A special stop is made at Peñiscola, a small walled town on the shores of the sea. After a short introduction by our guide, you can make your way through the town, exploring the fishing port, thirteenth century castle and the beach. You will then travel to Valencia, the third largest city in Spain, where you will see the City of Arts and Sciences, the most important modern tourist site in the city of Valencia. Next, take a walk through the historic centre of the city, and our guide will accompany us to the Cathedral. In the evening transfer to the Plaza de Toros, a bullring inspired by the Colosseum of Rome. In this area you will have time to dine in line with your preferences (Spanish, Indian, international, etc.).

Day 6 (Valencia)

 Today you will travel to Alicante, a picturesque port city on the Costa Blanca famous for its colourful houses, ninth century castle and narrow streets. After lunch go on your way to the Murcia region, to Caravaca de la Cruz, a town considered by the Catholic Church as one of its five holy cities on account of a relic of Christ’s Cross. We include a ride up to the historic area on the tourist train. After this you will take a scenic route through the Andalusia region. You will arrive at Granada at the end of the day.

Day 7 (Granada)

Enjoy a full day in Granada with a tour (including entrance and local guide) of the immense Alhambra Palace and its beautiful Arab gardens. After lunch, you will have the afternoon free to see the Cathedral with the sepulchre of the Catholic Kings. Later, take an evening transfer to the city centre of Granada, to experience an unforgettable evening of delectable food and music. Tonight you have the option to attend a flamenco dance show and visit the traditional neighbourhood of Sacramonte.

Note: in the Alhambra complex, the Nazari palaces allow a limited number of people in at a time. Sometimes your visit may be in the afternoon, depending on the timetables in which we are allowed in. In the highly improbable case of not being able to visit this area of the Alhambra, a visit to the Alcázares will be included in Seville (which has similar architecture and features).

Day 8 (Granada)

 You will leave Granada today and travel towards the Costa del Sol. Arrive at the seaside resort of Malaga where you will have time for a stroll in the historic centre with its baroque cathedral and the famous Picasso Museum. After this, continue along the coastal motorway with beautiful views of the Mediterranean. You will visit Puerto Banus in Marbella lavish marina popular among the rich and famous. In the afternoon you will pass through the hills on your way to Ronda, a beautiful town perched at the top of a gorge. Continue to Seville where you will arrive at the end of the afternoon.

Day 9 (Seville)

After breakfast, a local expert take you on a fascinating tour of Seville featuring the Cathedral and its famous Giralda, the banks of the Guadalquivir River, popular neighbourhoods of Santa Cruz and Triana and the beautiful Plaza de España. (Note: If the group has fewer than fifteen travellers, it can be arranged in both Spanish and English). At the end of the afternoon, you will go to the historic city centre area (Calle Alfonso XII) where you can dine at one of the many different restaurants serving your favourite cuisine ranging from Indian and Chinese to traditional Spanish.

Day 10 (Seville)

 We leave Seville and travel to Palos de la Frontera, in the province of Huelva. You will visit the Carabelas Museum from where Christopher Columbus set sail for America on 3 August 1492. You will also visit the Rabida Friary a World Heritage site and a Franciscan monastery strongly linked to the history of the discovery of the Americas. After this you will travel to Portugal. You will stop at for lunch at Mertola, an ancient Muslim city, with the opportunity to visit its church that was a mosque. After this, drive through charming white washed villages on your way to Evora, a World Heritage site famous for its Roman temple, Gothic Cathedral and wide cobbled streets. The highlight of your visit will be the impressive Chapel of Bones built with over 5000 skeletons. You will arrive in Lisbon at the end of the day.

Day 11 (Lisbon)

In the morning we have a sightseeing tour with a local guide (note: Explanations may be given by our guide if the group has fewer than twelve people). We visit traditional neighbourhoods, which take in the Belem district, which is the birthplace of the great Portuguese navigators who sailed the oceans in the Fifteenth Century. We shall look round the Monument to the Discoveries, Belem Tower, and enter to the beautiful Jeronimos Monastery, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. In the Belem neighbourhood, we invite all our travellers to try a “Belem cake”, an exquisite local delicacy. The afternoon is free so that you can explore this great city independently.

We include night transportation to Restauradores Square , full of atmosphere with its bars and cafes from where we suggest you to take the “Elevador da Gloria” that brings you to the Upper district and its viewpoint.

Day 12 (Lisbon)

Enjoy your last day in Lisbon before leaving for the airport for your flight back home.

Inclusion & Exclusion

Inclusions

Travel by bus with English speaking guide, basic travel insurance, and breakfast buffet.

Includes arrival transfer

City tour in: Madrid, Barcelona, Granada, Seville and Lisbon.

Evening transfer:   Debod Temple and Plaza de Espana/Gran Via in Madrid, Plaza de Oriente in Madrid, Ramblas and Plaza de Cataluna in Barcelona, Plaza de Toros de Valencia in Valencia, Plaza de Gracia in Granada and Bairro Alto in Lisbon.

Ticket admission:  Plaza de Toros de las Ventas in Madrid, Poblet Monastery in Poblet, Poble Espanyol in Barcelona, Alhambra in Granada, La Rabida Monastery in La Rabida Monastery, the Chapel of Bones in Evora, Funicular Bairro Alto in Lisbon.

Train: Montserrat in Montserrat, Caravaca de la Cruz in Caravaca de la Cruz.

Exclusions

Air fare / train fare/ monument entrance fees.

Any meals other than those specified in ‘Package Inclusions’.

Expenses of personal nature such as tips, telephone calls, laundry, liquor, etc.

Any other item not specified in ‘Package Inclusions’

Guide & entrance fees during sightseeing.

Any increase in taxes or fuel, leading to increase in surface transportation and land arrangements, which may come into effect prior to departure.